Woman Charged With Biting Dewey Beach Police Officer

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A woman is charged with biting a Dewey Beach Police officer during an attempted arrest.Dewey Beach Police said Sunday that officers were attempting to arrest another male subject who was involved in an altercation Saturday at about 12:12 a.m. According to Police, 25-year-old Kylee Pitts of Townsend became disorderly and did not comply with lawful…

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Kayakers Discover Body in Dover

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Dover Police are investigating the discovery of a body in the area of the Saint Jones River behind Capitol Green.A group of kayakers saw the body on the shoreline Saturday and notified police. According to police, the body is that of a male but was in an advanced state of decomposition. There were no obvious…

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WGMD Fishing Report 7-2-22

Saturday was another hot and windy day with small craft advisories up on the ocean. My good friend Randy Morton has caught a 9-pound, 2-ounce sheepshead on a fiddler crab at the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel to set the pending IGFA men’s 8-pound line class world record. Randy is one of the truly good guys…

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4th of July Blast in Ocean Pines

The Ocean Pines Recreation and Parks Department will once again host a 4th of July fireworks celebration at Veterans Memorial Park on Route 589 and Cathell Road.   From the Ocean Pines Association: The event this year is scheduled from 5-8:45 p.m. on Monday, July 4, with carnival games, dry slides and bounce houses for…

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WGMD Radio Flea Market 7-2-22

Bill – 302-684-3882 – Heavy Duty Dolly Tow Bar – ask for price David – 302-858-5006 – LOOKING FOR: Adult three wheel bike Colin/Hong Kong – 302-751-1124 – Beatles Magical Mystery Tour vinyl mint in package – $50 Barbra – 410-948-8279 – GE Microwave – $20 – GE Clock Radio – $20 – Small, ladies…

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Fire Heavily Damages Barn in Salisbury

photo courtesy of Salisbury Fire Department, shared on Facebook)

The Maryland State Fire Marshal’s Office is investigating a fire that swept through a wood-framed barn on Farmers Market Road in Salisbury. The blaze was reported Friday at about 7:52 p.m. by someone who was passing by. About 40 firefighters with the Salisbury Fire Department had the fire under control in about 45 minutes. No…

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Worcester Co. Invites Interested Applicants For Police Accountability Boards

The Worcester County Commissioners are inviting local residents to come forward if they are interested in serving on three new civilian police accountability boards.Under a new state law, the Maryland Police Accountability Act replaces the Law Enforcement Officers Bill of Rights as the system that guides police discipline, making it a more external process.The Police…

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Funding Comes To Del. State Parks For Campground Upgrades

Photo courtesy of the office of Senator Tom Carper

Campground upgrades are coming to several Delaware State Parks, thanks to funds from the American Rescue Plan Travel, Tourism and Outdoor Recreation Program.Senator Tom Carper, D-Del., Delaware Natural Resources Secretary Shawn Garvin as well as U.S. Economic Development Administration Regional Director Linda Cruz Carnall visited Cape Henlopen State Park to announce $3.2-million for enhancements to…

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WGMD Fishing Report 7-1-22

Friday was hot and windy with small craft advisories up on the ocean. Lewes Harbour Marina said the only boat that went out was the Angler and she returned with a catch of croakers from bay structure. Old Inlet Bait and Tackle reported that the opening day of tog season was met with open arms…

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Update: Del. State Auditor Kathy McGuiness Convicted of 3 Charges

*Additional story update: Delaware State House Majority Leader Valerie Longhurst, D-Bear and Majority Whip Larry Mitchell, D-Elsmere released this statement Friday following the conviction of State Auditor Kathy McGuiness: “We put our trust in our elected officials – especially those whose responsibility is to serve as a watchdog for the state’s finances – and when…

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Independence Day Travel Tips

Vehicles, cyclists, scooters and pedestrians will all be on the move this weekend. DelDOT urges drivers and everyone to proceed with caution and to expect congestion.To date, there have been 75 crash-related fatalities in Delaware this year, a 40% increase over the same time of last year. “No matter how you plan to get around…

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That’s a Wrap: 151st Del. General Assembly Concludes

Governor John Carney and legislators gathered following the end of the 151st Delaware General Assembly (photo courtesy of the office of Gov. John Carney)

The curtain has come down on the 151st Delaware General Assembly.Members of the House and Senate stayed in session after midnight to meet constitutional requirements to have a special session if it’s necessary. “We’ve done a lot this legislative session to move the state forward,” Governor John Carney said. “We’ve signed a sustainable budget. We…

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WGMD Fishing Report 6-30-22

Thursday morning was absolutely beautiful and perfect for surf fishing. So that’s what I did. This time I went to Three Rs Road. Hardly anyone on the beach when I arrived around 0630. Set up with one rod out far and one in close. Both baited with Fish Bites bloodworm. Caught two nice kings on…

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Trial of Auditor McGuiness Goes to Jury

Jury deliberations are underway in the trial of Delaware State Auditor Kathy McGuiness.The Jury in Kent County Superior Court got the case Thursday afternoon.The panel started deliberations and will return today.McGuiness is charged with felony theft, felony intimidation, contract structuring, official misconduct and conflict of interest.

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Del. Grants-in-Aid Packages Totals $69.1-Million

On the final day of the Delaware General Assembly session, lawmakers approved a Grants-in-Aid bill that sets a new record: $69.1-million. The annual part of the budget provides funding for fire companies, EMS squads, senior centers, veterans groups and other community organizations and non-profits. Organizations are involved in a wide range of services: mental health…

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