Talbot County Man Arrested for Physically Abusing his One-Month-Old Infant

A Talbot County man has been arrested for physically abusing his one-month-old infant. According to the Talbot County Sheriff’s Office, 19-year-old Geovanni J. Greaves of Wittman, Maryland, faces multiple charges that include First Degree Child Abuse, Second Degree Child Abuse, First Degree Assault, Second Degree Assault, and Reckless Endangerment. On March 18th, Deputies from the…

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Juvenile Charged After Stolen Vehicle Crash in Seaford

A juvenile has been arrested in connection with a stolen vehicle and crash in Seaford on March 24th. Police say a stolen black Cadillac reported at Planet Fitness around 8:10 p.m. was later involved in a rollover crash near Bridgeville Highway and Sussex Highway after failing to navigate a curve. The driver fled the scene…

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Governor Moore Authorizes Second Loan Payment Supporting Workers Impacted by Shutdown

Maryland Governor Wes Moore has authorized a second round of payments through the state’s Federal Shutdown Loan Program to support federal workers affected by the partial government shutdown. The program provides $700 no-interest loans to “excepted” federal employees—those working without pay and not eligible for unemployment benefits. State officials say the effort is aimed at…

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Plant Grants Offered by the Town of Ocean City for the Beach District Area and Pollinator Gardens

The Town of Ocean City, Maryland is now accepting applications for plant grants to support dune restoration and pollinator gardens. The program offers beach-friendly plants for the dune area and pollinator plants for residential properties within town limits. Applicants must be Ocean City residents or property owners, and the deadline to apply is April 17th.…

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Wicomico County Holiday Closure Information

Wicomico County Government Offices will be closed Friday, April 3rd in observance of Good Friday. On Friday, April 3rd, the Newland Park Landfill, Convenience Center and Brush Pile and the Upper Ferry and Whitehaven Ferry will be open regular hours. All external Convenience Centers will also be open. On Sunday, April 5th, the Newland Park…

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Bill Limiting Civil Arrests in Courthouses Passes Delaware House

Delaware’s House of Representatives has passed a bill that would prevent civil arrests—such as those related to immigration enforcement—from taking place in courthouses or certain labor hearing offices unless law enforcement has a judicial warrant or gives proper notice. Supporters say the goal is to ensure people feel safe showing up for court proceedings, whether…

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Wicomico County Open Air Burn at Newland Park Landfill on Wednesday, March 25

The Solid Waste Division (weather dependent) plans to commence with a MD-DNR Forest Service permit-authorized Open-Air Burn of post-storm brush, on Wednesday, March 25 on County owned property behind the Newland Park Landfill. Solid Waste Division staff will perform all necessary controls, and appropriate local first responders have been notified. For questions, please call our…

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Mosquito Control to Spray for Mosquito Larvae Downstate during Daylight Hours Wednesday

Weather permitting; the Delaware Mosquito Control Section plans the following insecticide application for mosquito larvae located in flooded forested wetland habitats. This application could take place during the daylight hours on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, via helicopter (registration numbers N2268W and/or N862W). Application of Vectobac12AS (liquid BTI) to control mosquito larvae in the following areas: In Woodside. Near Dagsboro, Fenwick…

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Two Arrested on Felony Drug Charges in Georgetown

Members of the Sussex County Drug Unit, Sussex County Governor’s Task Force, SORT and Georgetown Police executed a search warrant at a property on East North Street in Georgetown last Friday. This was the result of an investigation of 24 year old Jahlier Pettyjohn for the distribution of illegal narcotics from the residence. During the…

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UPDATED: Virtual Public Hearing for DNREC Proposed Standalone Total Fish Length Regulation – Wednesday, March 25

UPDATED – 03/24/26 – DNREC’s Division of Fish and Wildlife will hold a virtual public hearing Wednesday, March 25, at 6pm to consider comments from the public on a proposed regulation detailing the definition of total fish length. The proposed amendments may be inspected online at http://regulations.delaware.gov/services/current_issue.shtml or in-person, by appointment only, by contacting responsible staff John…

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Dover Man Arrested for 4 Burglaries in 2 Day in Dover

Dover Police have made an arrest in four burglaries that occurred in the early morning hours of March 21st and 22nd. Police were called to Pizza Time at 4:15am on March 21st, Lana Nails at 1:22am, Restaurante El Gallito at 1:45am and Off the Top Barber at 1:45am on March 22nd. Investigation identified a silver…

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Millsboro Man Dead after Single Vehicle Crash Near Georgetown

A Millsboro man is dead after a single vehicle crash on Zoar Road near Georgetown just after 5 Sunday evening. Delaware State Police say a pickup truck driven by 23 year old William Chilel-Ramirez of Millsboro was eastbound on Zoar Road west of Governor Stockley Road and failed to navigate a curve. The pickup traveled into…

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Sussex County Inspector Injured in Industrial Accident in Lewes

Just after noon Monday, Lewes emergency personnel were called for a report of an industrial accident in the area of Savannah Road near Bayview Medical Drive. Delaware State Police say that preliminary investigation revealed that a Sussex County Inspector, a 75 year old man from Dover, was standing near an excavator when it swing –…

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Confirmed Rabid Skunk Found Off Route 50 West of Berlin

Worcester County Health Department advises that a confirmed rabid skunk has been found off Route 50 in the area of Tall Timber Road west of Berlin. Health officials remind you that if you, your family or pets have had contact with the rabid skunk – contact the County Health Department’s Office of Environmental Health immediately…

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