Governors Of Del., Md. Wager Crab Cakes Over Women’s Basketball Tournament Clash
Pride, bragging rights – and crab cakes – will be on the line as the Delaware and Maryland women’s basketball teams clash in the NCAA Tournament.Delaware Governor John Carney and Maryland Governor Larry Hogan are wagering crab cakes on the outcome of the game this evening. “Crab cakes and basketball—that’s what Maryland does,” Hogan said.…
Read MoreSussex Co. Man Wanted On Criminal Charges
A Sussex County man is wanted on several warrants, capias and violation of probation.According to Delaware State Police, 30-year-old Durron Jones II could be in the Dagsboro, Seaford, Bridgeville or Delmar area.State Police said James is a black male, approximately 6’2″, and weighs approximately 180 lbsAnyone with information on the whereabouts of Durron Jones II…
Read MoreMountaire Selbyville Employees Vote To Certify Teamsters
According to Mountaire Farms, an overwhelming majority of employees at its Selbyville processing plant who are members of Teamsters Local 355 have voted to remove the union. The National Labor Relations Board counted the votes, following an in-person election that was overseen by an NLRB official. The vote was 140-29 to separate from the union.…
Read MoreH5N1 Avian Influenza Detected At Kent Co. Broiler Operation
A case of highly pathogenic H5N1 avian influenza has been confirmed in a Kent County commercial broiler farm.This is the first confirmed case in central Delaware, following earlier positive test results in New Castle County, Queen Anne’s County and Cecil County.Testing activity has increased since the recent discoveries and poultry farmers and growers have been…
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Del. Offers $56-Million In Grants To Build Expanded Broadband
Delaware is making $56-million in Broadband Infrastructure Grants available to begin making high-speed wired broadband connection available to every Delaware home.Comcast, Verizon and Mediacom plan to extend their existing coverage areas to serve thousands more homes and businesses that currently do not have access to high speed wired broadband.The providers applied for the grant application…
Read MoreTwo-Vehicle Rollover Crash Leaves One Driver Dead
A two-vehicle crash in the Salisbury area has left one person dead.According to the Wicomico County Sheriff’s Office, both vehicles rolled over after colliding Thursday morning at Naylor Mill Road and Brick Kiln Road.One driver, 60-year-old Michelle Barkley of Salisbury, died at the scene. The other driver was taken to a local hospital.There were no…
Read MoreTraffic Stop, Foot Pursuit Leads To Suspect’s Arrest For Drugs, Firearm Charge
A stop for a traffic violation recently led to the recovery of a firearm as well as narcotics.According to Seaford Police, a backseat passenger in the vehicle that was stopped on Norman Eskridge Highway last weekend jumped out of the vehicle and began to run through a parking lot. An officer caught him during a…
Read MoreMike Bradley with Seaford School District Board Candidate, George DelFarno – 03-17-22
Delawareans Warned To Contribute Carefully To Ukraine-Related Causes
Delawareans are being advised to be alert for possible scams surrounding efforts to help the people of Ukraine. “It speaks volumes of our neighbors that so many Delawareans have taken action to help the Ukrainian people,” Delaware Attorney General Kathy Jennings said Wednesday.  “Unfortunately, scammers are shameless and see a crisis as an opportunity. To…
Read MoreTraffic Safety Awareness, Enforcement Ramps Up In Del. As Fatal Accident Rates Rise
Nearly three months into 2022, traffic fatalities in Delaware are currently doubled compared to this time of 2021, and the Delaware Office of Highway Safety and law enforcement agency partners are taking action to reverse the alarming trend. The campaign in March will focus on the dangers of speeding and the importance of following posted…
Read MoreUpdate: Man Found Dead Near Burning Vehicle
Update: Delaware State Police said Thursday night that there are no signs of foul play in connection with the death of a man whose body was found in a ditch near a burning vehicle.The 54-year-old Seaford man was pronounced dead at the scene early Wednesday morning, where troopers responded to reports of a vehicle fire…
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Throw Back Thursday Picture of the Day – remembering Art Curley, former WGMD announcer and host from the Sunny 92 days. Art Curley did it all – and still visited the station – or called – until he died at 90 in September 2013 / Click for full view
Read MoreIn Memoriam: Del. Supreme Court Justice Ret. Randy Holland
Retired Delaware Supreme Court Justice Randy Holland – who was the youngest person to be appointed to the Supreme Court and became the longest-serving jurist on Delaware’s highest court – has died. According to the Delaware Judiciary, Holland died on Tuesday of this week. Tributes and condolences started to pour in when his passing was…
Read MoreUpdate: Dover Fire Leaves One Person Dead, Several Injured
Update: Dover Police and the fire department continue to investigate the cause of a fatal fire early Wednesday.57-year-old Gowens Williams was found deceased in the mixed-use building at Loockerman Street and South New Street early Wednesday morning.One woman was admitted to a local hospital for treatment of smoke inhalation. Six other people have been treated…
Read MoreRegional Agencies Plan St. Patrick’s Day Enforcement Initiatives
A collaborative law enforcement Border to Border effort is underway as Delmarva police agencies are planning to focus on traffic safety and motor vehicle violations on Route 13 in Delaware, Maryland and Virginia. The safety campaign lasts through Saint Patrick’s Day Thursday and into the weekend. The Delaware Office of Highway Safety and corresponding state…
Read MoreDel. Senate Advances Tax Relief Bills For Retired Military, Active Fire-EMS
Thousands of retired military service members and Delaware first responders could get relief on their taxes. One measure passed by the State Senate Tuesday would exclude up to $12,500 worth of military pension income from state tax calculations for all retired service members, regardless of age, starting in 2023. “Our nation’s retired service members, each…
Read MoreFire Scorches Mobile Home In Long Neck Area
A structure fire in Paradise Cove off Long Neck Road is under investigation.A shed fire apparently spread to a residential structure Tuesday afternoon. The roof of the mobile home off Oyster Road also fell in. No injuries were reported.Members of the Indian River Volunteer Fire Company were joined by personnel from other fire companies and…
Read MoreMd. Primary Election Moved To July 19th As Redistricting Fights Continue
Uncertainty over redistricting has led to a change in the date of the 2022 Maryland primary election.The Maryland Court of Appeals has moved the primary from June 28th to July 19th. Candidates who faced a deadline to file this Friday now have until April 15th. To read the order, please CLICK HERE A challenge to…
Read MoreIRSD Qualifies 4 Teams for VEX Robotics World Championships in Dallas
Four teams of Indian River School District students have qualified for the VEX Robotics World Championships in Dallas, Texas on May 8-12. A team from Lord Baltimore Elementary School qualified by winning the Design Award at the Bots at the Beach Regional Competition on February 26 at H.O. Brittingham Elementary School in Milton. Team members…
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Mike Bradley with Maryland 38B Delegate, Carl Anderton – 03-15-22
Mike Bradley with Delaware State District 20 Representative, Steve Smyk – 03-15-22
Mike Bradley with Delaware State Senate Candidate For District 16, Kim Petters – 03-15-22
7 Displaced Following House Fire In Salisbury
Seven people have been displaced following an early morning house fire on Barclay Street in Salisbury. The blaze broke out before dawn Tuesday. The fire apparently originated on the second floor. No injuries were reported. The American Red Cross is assisting the people who were displaced by the fire. The Maryland State Fire Marshal is…
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