WGMD Fishing Report 6-12-22

Sunday was an interesting day. I didn’t have a drop of rain in Milton, but when I called Old Inlet Bait and Tackle and asked about fishing at the Inlet and along the beach, they said in this downpour? They told me the sun was just coming back out and they hoped the water would…

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Breaking: Deputy Shot in Pittsville; Man Wanted for Questioning located.

UPDATED – 4 AM: The man who was wanted for question regarding an incident in Pittsville Sunday night has been located; the Wicomico County Sheriff’s Office said Maryland State Police will provide further information UPDATED – 11pm : The Wicomico County Sheriff’s Office is looking for Austin Davidson for questioning in reference to an officer-involved…

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Governors Carney and Hogan Meet in Dewey for Crabcakes!

Yes! That was indeed Maryland Governor Larry Hogan seen joining Delaware Governor John Carney atĀ Woody’s Dewey BeachĀ early Sunday afternoon for crab cakes! The meeting was the result ofĀ thisĀ March MadnessĀ wagerĀ between the two men regarding the first round of the 2022 Women’s NCAA Basketball Tournament. The agreement was that the loser would buy the winner crab cakes…

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OCPD Investigating Early Morning Stabbing at 8th Street

Ocean City Police have arrested a suspect wanted in connection with a stabbing at 8th Street early Sunday morning. Police were called just after 4am and found a victim with a stab wound – the victim was flown to Shock Trauma for treatment. Witnesses provided a description of the suspect who was located at a…

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Athlete Dies During Escape the Cape Triathlon

The Escape the Cape Triathlon took place on Sunday morning. Delaware River and Bay Authority officials say a 70 plus year old man from Wilmington became in need of medical attention near the end of the swim finish. Lifeguards took the man from the water in Lower Township and gave him CPR and transported him…

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WGMD Fishing Report 6-11-22

Saturday was better than predicted. Rick’s Bait and Tackle reported the first boat limit of flounder from the Old Grounds that I have seen. Brian Murdaugh, Tyler Parsons, Steve Hove and Jim Welsh used Gulp! and minnows to accomplish the feat. The Surface Tension with Captain Keith had Preston, Mark and Tad out to ocean…

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Food Bank of Delaware Mobile Food Pantry Monday in Georgetown

There will be a drive-thru mobile food pantry on Monday at Crossroad Community Church on State Forest Road west of Georgetown. The mobile food pantry will begin at 10am – you can register in advance, however on-site registration will also be available. Remember to bring proof of Delaware residency – and have your backseat or…

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UPDATED: Millsboro Voters Choose Kimberley Kaan

UPDATED – 6/11/22 8:45pm – Voters in Millsboro have chosen new representation for District 1. Newcomer Kimberley Kaan received the most votes with 284 to incumbent Tim Hodges 159 tallies. In District 2, John Thoroughgood ran unopposed and will return to the Town Council for another 3 years. Kaan and Thoroughgood will be sworn in…

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WGMD Radio Flea Market 6-11-22

Connie – 302-947-9412 – Brand new Boho hanging chair – $75 – Used whirlpool dishwasher – $50 Sam – 443-614-8412 – 1998 Mazda B2500 small pick up – $3100 – 2019 Master tow car Trailer, 20ft long x 7 ft wide, great shape – $5000 Pat – 302-947-9783 – Driver side running board for Dodge…

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WGMD Fishing Report 6-10-22

Friday was a good day to go fishing and a lot of folks did just that. Lewes Harbour Marina said the Katydid left the dock at 4:00 AM for an offshore run and had not returned when I called around 5:00 PM. At last report, the best tuna action was at least 90 miles off…

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DE Climate Change Measure Passed in State Senate

Legislation regarding climate change (SB 305) has been passed in the Delaware State Senate by a 13 to 6 vote. This measure will adopt a comprehensive approach to reduce emissions of greenhouse gases in Delaware by not less than 50% by 2030. According to the legislation, the Governor and DNREC will update the Climate Action…

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Vote by Mail Legislation Introduced in DE General Assembly

Legislation has been filed in the General Assembly that would allow Delaware residents to vote by mail – starting this year. Senate Bill 320 – sponsored by Senator Kyle Evans Gay would direct the Department of Elections to provide an application for a mail ballot before a state primary, general or special election. A team…

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Man Struck By 8 Gunshots In Dover

Dover Police are investigating a shooting in which the victim was struck eight times in his torso and upper extremities.The victim was found Thursday shortly before 10:00 p.m. in the 100-block of South New Street. The 20-year-old man was treated by officers and medics and was taken to Bayhealth Kent General. He was listed in…

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Wicomico Co. FY ’23 Operating Budget Adopted

Wicomico County now has a Fiscal Year 2023 operating budget in place. The budget amounts to $173-million.Acting Wicomico County Executive John Psota said that the spending plant keeps the focus on core services such as education, public safety and health, while investing into infrastructure.Spending is up 11.7% over FY ’22, reflecting continued economic vitality.Psota said…

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Del. Legislation Seeks To ban Single-Use Plastic Coffee Stirrers, Polystyrene Containers At Restaurants

Delaware restaurants would be prohibited from serving ready-to-eat food in polystyrene containers, under legislation that has been approved in the State Senate. Polystyrene is best known as Styrofoam. The bill, Senate Substitute 1 for Senate Bill 134, would also require restaurants to only provide single-use plastic straws if requested by a customer, and single-use plastic…

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VIDEO | Md. Transitions To COVIDReady Maryland Long-Term Preparation Plan

Maryland now has a long-term plan to minimize the risk of COVID-19, transitioning from an emergency health response into an ongoing operation of state government.Governor Larry Hogan said Thursday that COVIDReady Maryland includes expanding test-to-treat services, which allow people to get tested, evaluated and treated during one visit at one location. The COVID-Ready Maryland plan…

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WGMD Fishing Report 6-9-22

No boats sailed from Lewes or Indian River marinas on Thursday according to Lewes Harbour Marina and Hook ā€˜em and Cook ā€˜em. There is a new and a first tripletail state record in Virginia. Last July Richard H. Stuart, Jr. was fishing with his dad, Richard H. Stuart, Sr. in the Chesapeake Bay. They were…

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