WGMD Picture of the Day
Dave Nelson – Ocean View – Doe and calf along the Indian River Bay. Click for full view
Read MoreMilford Man Charged with Weapons & Traffic Violations after Dewey Beach Traffic Stop
A traffic stop by Dewey Beach Police early Sunday morning led to the arrest of a Milford man. Police contacted the driver, 24 year old Dontwain Cornish, on Coastal Highway in the area of King Charles Avenue, and saw marijuana in plain view in the vehicle. Cornish also admitted to having a concealed firearm in…
Read MoreMaryland’s American Rescue Plan, State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds Report Released
The State of Maryland has submitted it’s 2022 American Rescue Plan, State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds Annual Performance Report to the US Treasury. The report details expenditures from March 3, 2021 through June 30, 2022. It also includes planned allocations for FY 2023. Governor Hogan says the State has used these resources to supplement…
Read MorePartial Closure at Maryland part of Assateague Island National Seashore
The National Park Service has partially closed a portion of the North Beach Swimming area which is usually guarded at the Maryland part of Assateague Island National Seashore after pieces of military munitions debris has been found on the beach over the last two weeks. Officials say 7 pieces of munitions debris have been found…
Read MoreDeadlines Near for Voters, Potential Candidates for Berlin Town Election
The Town of Berlin is preparing for its municipal election, Tuesday October 4th.Voters must be registered or have any updated information filed by September 2nd. Berlin does not conduct separate voter registration. Anyone who needs to register or must update information such as a home address should contact the Worcester County Board of Elections at…
Read MoreDE Hunters Need to Register Temporary Deer Stands, Ground Blinds & Trail-cameras
If you are a hunter – effective today – you are required to register temporary deer stands, deer ground blinds and trail cameras that have been placed and left overnight on state wildlife areas. The registration is free through an online deer stand and trail-cam registration form. A single registration number can be used for…
Read MoreJake Smith Monologue – 08-01-22 – “Founding Principals”
DSP Investigating after Body Found at Edge of Roadway near Lincoln
Delaware State Police are conducting a criminal investigation after the body of a man was found lying near the roadway Sunday morning around 1:30 in the area of Staytonville Road and North Union Church Road near Lincoln. Police have not yet identified the victim, who was pronounced dead at the scene. They ask anyone with…
Read MoreNational Night Out Activities
Tuesday, August 2nd is National Night out. What started as a night to hang out on your porch and meet your neighbors and local law enforcement officers has become a community celebration. Local law enforcement and other first responders join the community for a meet and greet – with demonstrations, information, food, entertainment and lots…
Read MoreFishing Line Prank Could Have Been Dangerous or Deadly, Investigators Say
It is not a harmless prank…A Caroline County Sheriff’s deputy responded to the Hunting Creek Bridge at Choptank Sunday regarding a report of juveniles who were disrupting traffic. The juveniles were not located but the officer drove into heavy-duty fishing line that was strung from one side of the bridge to another.The fishing line damaged…
Read MoreVolunteer Registration Begins for Del. Coastal Cleanup
There is much more summer to come, but volunteers are already being recruited to take part in the 35th Delaware Coastal Cleanup.41 spots along beaches and waterways will be targeted Saturday, September 17th between 9:00 a.m. and noon. Online registration opens today (Monday) and is open through Wednesday, August 31st. Volunteers may choose the location…
Read MoreLittle League Senior League Softball World Series Returns to Roxana for First Time Since 2019
For the first time in three years, the Senior League Softball World Series returns to Roxana, drawing teams from the Philippines to the Netherlands to compete with other US and regional teams. Opening ceremonies take place this afternoon (Monday) at 4:30 p.m. on Bruce Layton Field. Sunday’s championship game will be shown nationally on ESPN-2.…
Read MoreWGMD Fishing Report 7-31-22
Sunday was a bit breezy, but fish were caught. Nick Garcia had a good weekend fishing Delaware Bay. On Saturday he and his cousin Caleb made it through a rough morning with the wind against the current to catch a 19-inch flounder, lots of small flounder, some bluefish, a 15-inch trout and some ribbonfish on…
Read MoreRehoboth Beach Patrol Celebrates its 100th Anniversary!
Around 500 guests including 350 past and current Rehoboth Beach Patrol guards celebrated the Patrol’s 100th anniversary Saturday night at the Rehoboth Beach Convention Center. The celebration, delayed a year because of Covid, brought together several generations of RBP alumni, including 92-year-old Jerry Radkin, the oldest attending lifeguard, with current guards and younger alumni. The RBP…
Read MoreBoy Gets Wire Impaled in His Toe, Taken to Hospital
A nine-year-old boy was taken to the hospital Sunday after he got stuck when a piece of wire became impaled in his toe. It was reported around 2:30 p.m. here on the dunes south of Grenoble Place. The beach patrol called for EMS personnel from Rehoboth Beach VFC who ultimately cut the wire with it…
Read MorePreventing Scooter Crashes on Coastal Highway Shoulder
Last Sunday’s motor scooter (moped) crash on the shoulder of Coastal Highway at Church Street outside of Rehoboth was indeed similar to the previous ones. Sr. Cpl. Jason Hatchell, state police spokesman, says the 18-year-old male rider was headed north along the shoulder approaching Church Street as this Mitsubishi Eclipse was turning across from the…
Read MoreAUGUST IS BACK TO SCHOOL MONTH
It’s nearly that time to head back to the classroom. Time to dust off your backpacks, fill them up and get ready for the start of a new school year. For students and parents – that means collecting school supplies, new clothes, checkups for school and sports. For teachers – it’s developing lesson plans and…
Read MoreAUGUST IS NATIONAL WELLNESS MONTH
This is national Wellness Month – and focuses on self-care, managing stress and promoting healthy routines – even a small change can impact your health in positive ways. Drink more water. Make healthy food choices – Add more fruits and veggies to your meals Monitor your sleep habits Stretch – Join a yoga, walking, or…
Read MoreWGMD Fishing Report 7-30-22
Saturday was a beautiful day to go fishing. Lewes Harbour Marina reported that Price Lindsay, Steve Friend and Jim and Jaden Azato caught 4 yellowfin tuna and one dolphin while chunking from Jim’s boat the Tuna Tickler II. The Falgowskis were at it again. Captain Evan had the Perfect Mixture out to the inshore lumps…
Read MoreDeath Investigation, Suspected Homicide
First responders were called to Staytonville Road off North Union Church Road around 1:45 a.m. Sunday for a man down, possibly a pedestrian struck. But the victim was pronounced dead at the scene with suspected gunshot wounds. Homicide detectives are en route. This is north of Beach Highway (Route 16) between Ellendale and Oakley.
Read MoreUpdate: Milton Crash Leaves 1 Dead, 2 Injured
*story update* Delaware State Police have identified the woman who died in a crash on Milton-Ellendale Highway at Mulberry Street Saturday morning. 20-year-old Jennifer Urias Tacuri of Woodbridge, Virginia was the driver of a car that collided with a vehicle that apparently turned into its path. She died at a local hospital. Two other passengers…
Read MoreWGMD Radio Flea Market 7-30-22
Bill / 302-684-3882 – Heavy Duty Dolly Tow Bar, new tires with winch, all accessories – ask for price Joe / 302-381-5114 – Maytag Electric dryer – $50 Jeff – Harrington / 215-206-7140 – Custom-built Harley Davidson trike – Call for details and price Sam / 443-614-8412 – 1964 Ford Galaxy parts, car good condition…
Read More3 Vehicle Crash North of Millsboro Leaves 1 Injured
Delaware State Police were called to Route 113 and Governor Stockley Road just after 6 Friday night for a vehicle crash. Police tell The Talk of Delmarva that three vehicles were involved and one driver – a 23 year old woman from Delmar, MD received minor injuries. No others requested medical attention. Police say everyone…
Read MoreCDC Raises DE Covid-19 Community Levels to High Statewide
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) raised Delaware’s COVID-19 community levels to the High category (red) in all three counties on July 28, 2022. As a result, the Division of Public Health (DPH) is asking Delawareans to follow the CDC’s key strategies at this level of community spread: Wear a well-fitting mask in indoor…
Read MoreWGMD Fishing Report 7-29-22
Friday saw light winds and calm seas. I was on the beach at 3Rs Road around 6:00AM and set up to catch a cobia. I had some kingfish heads that Robbie at Lewes Harbour Marina saved for me and I rigged one of them on a fish-finder rig. Once that was out there, I rigged…
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