Jake Smith Monologue – 03-22-21 – “Baby Boomers: Beasts Of Burden!”
Revised Del. Police Accountability Bill Introduced, Draws Early Criticism
A revised bill to revise the Delaware Law Enforcement Officers Bill of Rights has been introduced in the Delaware General Assembly.Sponsors of SS 1 for SB 149 said Monday that it would be a step toward opening serious and substantial police misconduct records to public view, something Delaware has lacked for more than 25 years.…
Read MoreFire In Burn Pit Spreads To Home, Structures, Boats And Brush
A fire in a burn pit Monday afternoon spread to brush, travel trailers, boats and other structures including a single-story home.The fire was reported Monday afternoon on Cordrey Road in the Oak Orchard area. According to the Indian River Volunteer Fire Company, numerous other fire departments assisted at the scene or covered.One firefighter was evaluated…
Read MoreRetired Army General Enters Race For Del. House 20th District
A lifelong Delawarean and long-time Sussex Countian is stepping up to try to keep State House District 20 in Republican hands. Retired Army Colonel Dallas Wingate told WGMD’s Mike Bradley Monday that that his military career matters in this election. “My last post of importance was with the Delaware National Guard as the Operations Chief.…
Read MoreVIDIO: Sen Chris Coons Opening Statement on Nomination of Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson to US Supreme Court
U.S. Senator Chris Coons (D-Del.), a member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, delivers opening remarks on the nomination of Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson to the U.S. Supreme Court. This is the first of four days of committee hearings on Judge Jackson’s nomination.
Read MoreWoman Found With Cocaine, Heroin Following Attempted Traffic Stop
A Seaford woman is facing drug-related charges and traffic offenses following an attempted traffic stop for speeding.According to Delaware State Police, the driver kept going as she was heading eastbound on Hardscrabble Road in the area of Shiloh Church Road Sunday night. The vehicle traveled into a field and landed in a ditch.Police said 23-year-old…
Read MoreSussex County Council to Revisit Buffer Ordinance Tuesday
The Sussex County Council meets Tuesday morning for its regular meeting. This week the Council will revisit the proposed buffer ordinance amendment. The Council deferred a vote on the ordinance amendment after the public hearing which occurred during two meetings – January 11 and February 22 was completed so that all the testimony could be…
Read MoreUPDATED: DSP Identify Victim in Officer-Involved Fatal Shooting in Dewey Beach
Update Monday: Delaware State Police have identified the victim who died during a Dewey Beach Police Officer-involved shooting as Rodney K. Robinson II, 21, of Milford.The Delaware State Police Homicide Unit continue to investigate this incident and are asking anyone who may have witnessed this incident or has video surveillance to please contact Sgt. Stephen Yeich…
Read MoreAtlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission to Hold Virtual Public Hearing on Recreational Harvest Control Rule
The Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission (ASMFC) will hold a joint Delaware-New Jersey virtual public hearing regarding the Recreational Harvest Control Rule Draft Addenda to the Summer Flounder, Scup and Black Sea Bass Fishery Management Plan (FMP) and the Bluefish FMP, the Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control announced today. The virtual hearing will be held…
Read MoreJake Smith Monologue – 03-21-22 – “The Family That Steals Together…Pt. 2”
Mike Bradley with Delaware State 20th RD Candidate, Dallas Wingate – 03-21-22
House Fire Leaves Firefighter, Occupant With Minor Injuries
A firefighter and one occupant of a home suffered minor injuries following a blaze in Caroline County over the weekend.According to the Maryland State Fire Marshal’s office, the fire started Saturday morning at the home on Camp Road in Denton. A dog and a cat also perished in the fire. The Red Cross is assisting…
Read MoreRoute 90 Project Into Ocean City Begins Sunday
During the final week of March, residents and visitors in Ocean City will be directed to use Route 50 into downtown Ocean City.A nearly 12-mile section of Route 90 will undergo maintenance on five consecutive nights, weather permitting, starting Sunday March 27th.According to the Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration, the work will involve…
Read MoreSnow Hill Election Scheduled For May 3rd
The Town of Snow Hill is making preparations for its election Tuesday, May 3rd. The offices of Mayor and Eastern District Council are on the line this year.Interested candidates have until Thursday March 31st at 4:30 p.m. to submit an application, which is available from Town Hall. Applications must be requested from Town Hall Administrative…
Read MoreRabid Fox Found in Rehoboth Beach Neighborhood
The Delaware Division of Public Health (DPH) is advising Sussex County residents, who live or spend time near the area of Bayard Avenue and Philadelphia Street in Rehoboth Beach, of a positive case of rabies in a fox. One individual, a non-Delaware resident, was potentially exposed to the fox in the residential neighborhood. The fox was tested for…
Read MoreWGMD Radio Flea Market 3-19-22
Bill – 302-684-3882 / Joe 302-339-1146 – Heavy duty automobile tow dolly with accessories – $650 Patty – 302-253-8030 – FREE:Â Rabbit with Toys and Crate Beau – 302-684-4886 – 200 yr old China cabinet with dinnerware – will haggle – 3 old typewriters – will haggle Mike – 917-273-7987 – LOOKING FOR: Bushcraft or…
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Jean Messick – Millsboro – Stroll at waters edge on the bay side. Click for full view
Read MoreUPDATED: President Biden Arrives in Rehoboth for Weekend
UPDATED – 6:30pm – President Biden arrived at Gordons Pond in Rehoboth Beach on Marine One just after 6pm. Click here for pictures from the Rehoboth Beach VFC ============================================================= President Biden will spend the weekend at his Rehoboth Beach home. He’s expected to arrive in Rehoboth just after 6pm. Temporary Flight Restrictions went up this…
Read MoreNew Outdoor Public Dining Policy Adopted by Rehoboth Commissioners
Acknowledging that one of the few silver linings of the covid pandemic was a discovery for many of the joys of outdoor dining, the Rehoboth Beach Board of Commissioners adopted today a policy that allows for year-round outdoor dining on public spaces in the Nation’s Summer Capital. The city’s policy balances the need for safe,…
Read MoreRehoboth Commissioners Approve FY 2023 Budget
Rehoboth Beach commissioners adopted this afternoon a $30.1 million budget for fiscal year (FY) 2023. The adopted budget maintains current tax and utility rates, allocates $6.4 million for capital improvements, and provides for a maximum 3% raise for employees. The $30,149,743 balanced budget represents a 9% increase over the adopted FY22 budget. The city’s fiscal…
Read More30-Day Gas Tax Holiday in Effect in Maryland
Comptroller Peter Franchot has announced that Maryland’s gas tax is now suspended for 30 days, after legislation was passed by the General Assembly and signed by Gov. Larry Hogan today. “This gas tax holiday returns $100 million to Marylanders’ wallets and should provide economic relief for motorists who have seen prices soar in recent weeks,” Comptroller…
Read MoreCrash Near Delmar Leaves 1 Dead
A crash just after 6 Thursday night near Delmar has left one person dead. Delaware State Police say a pickup truck driven by 22 year old Luke Figgs of Delmar was southbound on Susan Beach Road and stopped for a posted stop sign. A Honda driven by a 30 year old woman from Mardela Springs,…
Read MoreUPDATED: DSP Identify Driver Killed In Two-Vehicle Crash Tuesday near Millsboro
UPDATED: 3/18/22 – Delaware State Police have identified the victim that died in a fatal motor vehicle collision late Tuesday night on eastbound Millsboro Highway (Route 24) in the area of Revel Road as Micheline Victor, 53, of Salisbury. The investigation is continuing. ============================================================== A crash on Millsboro Highway (Route 24) has claimed one life. According…
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