Effects of Thanksgiving Meal Inflation in Delaware and Maryland
With inflation wreaking havoc on US food prices, it’s not surprising that holiday plans and meals will be affected. A new study shows specific ways surging prices will have on Delaware and Maryland’s signature Thanksgiving dish compared to last year. See the infographic below: Additional Information from the Press Release: While the previous two Covid-affected…
Read MoreHoliday Safety Campaign on Delaware Roads Begins Tomorrow, November 18th
We are entering a time of the year that consistently ranks as one of the most dangerous for those who travel on roadways. Starting tomorrow, the Delaware Office of Highway Safety will begin its annual holiday safety campaign to help prevent crashes, injuries and deaths. What you can expect includes a more highly visible law…
Read MoreJake Smith Monologue – 11-17-22 – “The Real Ron DeSantis”
Mike Bradley with Executive Director of The OC Chamber of Commerce, Amy Thompson – 11-17-22
Upcoming Road Closure
Shingle Point Road between Gravel Hill Road and Harbeson Road will be closed starting Monday, November 28th and continuing through Friday, December 9th. Zack Excavating will be working to remove and replace crossroad pipes. You’ll find detour information from DelDOT below: Detour: Motorists traveling north on Shingle Point Road will continue north on Rt. 30,…
Read MoreSussex County Offices to Close Early on Dec 2
If you have any business to conduct at Sussex County facilities in the coming days, you’ll need to plan accordingly on one day in December. Sussex County government offices will close on December 2nd from 12 pm through the rest of the day due to an annual employee luncheon. They will be open for regular…
Read MorePlans to Expand Broadband Internet Technology in Maryland
The process to expand Broadband Internet technology in Maryland is underway. Salisbury University’s Eastern Shore Regional GIS Cooperative has earned a $2.44 million grant from the Office of Statewide Broadband. A new year-long project will include collecting, analyzing, and visualizing the broadband Internet capacity across Maryland. Project manager Mary Buffington says that now, more than…
Read MoreWGMD Fishing Report 11-16-22
Wednesday saw small craft advisories up and no boats fished the ocean or bay. Old Inlet Bait and Tackle told us the same old story. Lots of small tog at the Inlet with the occasional keeper. The same sand fleas and green crab baits that have been effective for the past two months or more…
Read MoreWGMD Picture of the Day
WGMD’s Throwback Thursday Picture of the Day was taken by Marianne Dolente of Georgetown – it’s from last week’s Return Day celebration on the Circle in Georgetown. WGMD/The Talk of Delmarva has broadcast live during Return Day for many years. It’s always a special day – and a tradition not found anywhere else in the country. Click for full view
Read MoreNew Veteran Indicator Designation for Driver’s Licenses or Identification Cards
U.S. Armed Forces or the National Guard Veterans can now add a new Veteran indicator to their driver license or identification card. Governor John Carney signed into law House Bill 408 last month, making proof of service more convenient. A Veteran would not need to carry a separate card or official discharge forms. More information…
Read MorePublic Workshop on Low-Stress Bikeways
A DelDOT public workshop is being held this evening (November 16th) from 5 to 7 pm at the Cape Henlopen High School library. The purpose of the workshop is to provide information and seek input on the SR 1 Low-Stress Bikeways Study. The level of cycling stress depends on road and traffic conditions. You’re invited…
Read MoreUpdated Recycling Information from DNREC
Have you ever had questions about what and where to recycle? If you live in Delaware, check out DNREC’s updated online resource to help you determine what is acceptable in terms of how you manage trash. The resource includes pictures of more than 375 common items and lets you know how and where you can…
Read MoreMaryland’s Most Popular Deer Hunting Season Set to Begin
Hunters will look forward to more weekend opportunities to hunt and contribute to managingMaryland’s deer population. The two-week firearms hunting season for sika and white-tailed deer willopen Saturday, November 26th and continue through Saturday, December 10th. The two-week seasonincludes Sunday hunting in all but three Maryland counties. You can check the calendar with theinformation at…
Read MoreRoad Closure Starting Monday in Laurel, Delaware
Branch School Road between Route 24/Sharptown Road and Susan Beach Road will be closed startingMonday, November 21st and continuing through Monday, December 12th. If you drive north or southon Branch School Road, you’ll be detoured. Road work will involve removing and replacingunderground pipes. Detour Information from the DelDOT traffic alert: Detour: Motorists traveling south on…
Read MoreLegislation Introduced to Lower Prescription Drug Costs for Seniors with Chronic Conditions
If you’re a senior enrolled in the Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE), legislation justintroduced will enable you to choose your Medicare Part D plan for prescription drugs, which will reduceoverall costs. Senators Tom Carper and Bill Cassidy of Louisiana proposed the legislation, which wouldsave Medicare-only PACE participants an average of nearly $1000…
Read MoreMaryland State Police Seek Public’s Assistance in Kent County Homicide Case
Maryland State Police need your help in solving a murder case from 2021. Police say a 51-year oldman—Kimm Anthony Knott of Millington—Maryland died in a house fire that happened just before 1a.m. on October 30th, 2021 in Kent County, Delaware. Investigators determined that someoneintentionally caused the blaze. The results of the autopsy showed his death…
Read MoreDelaware State Police Investigating Fatal Collision
A 59-year old driver is dead and a 22-year old passenger is in the hospital for treatment after the vehiclethey were in drifted off the roadway and struck a tree. The collision occurred on Route 13 in Smyrnayesterday afternoon, November 15th. The 59-year old was from Dover, which is also where the 22-yearold lives. State…
Read MorePrescription Drug Drop-Off Event
Planning to attend the Ravens vs Panthers game on November 20th? From 10 am to 1 pm that day, the Maryland state attorney general, Drug Enforcement Administration, the Baltimore Ravens, and the science and technology company Leidos will hold what’s called the Prescription Drug Take-Back event. The purpose of the event is to allow those…
Read MoreImprovements Coming to Delaware Electric Cooperative Service
If you’re a Delaware Electric Cooperative customer, you’ll soon experience improved reliability of service. DEC has completed construction on a new substation in Sussex County. The Dorey Substation, which was energized in late October, will provide power to about 2100 homes in the Georgetown area for decades. The facility will be a big help due…
Read MoreWGMD Fishing Report 11-15-22
Tuesday was more like the November fishing days we are used to. Boats that ran from Lewes and Indian River found tog and sea bass as you would expect at this time of year. Lewes Harbour Marina told us the Katydid came in from ocean structure with a catch of sea bass and tog. The…
Read MoreWGMD Picture of the Day
Joe Hurst – Dagsboro – Sundown across the Indian River. Click for full view
Read MoreAG Jennings Announces Opioid Settlement with Walmart
Delaware has reached a settlement with Walmart to resolve allegations that it contributed to the opioid addiction crisis by failing to properly oversee the dispensing of opioids at its stores. Delaware Attorney General Kathy Jennings says the settlement will provide over $3-billion nationally and will require Walmart to make significant improvements in how its pharmacies…
Read MoreDSP Investigating Ellendale Area Shooting
A 74 year old Ellendale area man heard a single gunshot Monday afternoon – just before 5pm and contacted police. Delaware State Police responded to a home on Reynolds Pond Road and found that the home had been struck by one round – the victim was not injured. Police continue to investigate and ask anyone…
Read MoreDNREC to Hold Virtual Meetings Wed & Thurs on Adoption of CA Advanced Clean Cars II Program
Notice from DNREC: Delaware’s adoption of California’s Advanced Clean Cars II Program DNREC’s Division of Air Quality will also host a virtual workshop on amending 7 DE Admin. Code 1140 to update the adoption of California’s Advanced Clean Car II low-emission vehicle and greenhouse gas standards and add requirements for zero emission vehicles (ZEVs) for model year 2027 and…
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