Jake Smith Monologue – 07-02-21 – “Off The Cuff”
Maryland Corrections Employees to Receive Salary Increases
Governor Larry Hogan today announced $13 million in salary increases for employees who are charged with the care and custody of inmates within Maryland’s correctional facilities. This follows the administration’s announcement last week of increased salaries for new hires into these critical positions. These salary enhancements are designed to enhance the state’s ability to compete…
Read MoreDART First State to Run Regular Sunday Schedule
DART First State services, both fixed route and paratransit, will operate on a regular Sunday schedule, along with the 305 Beach Connection and Beach Bus services. DART’s 305 Beach Connection provides a relaxing ride from Wilmington to Rehoboth Beach on Saturdays, Sundays and holidays through September 6. Fares are $2 per zone; the one-way cash…
Read MoreBridgeville Man Arrested after Pursuit from Lewes to Ellendale
A Bridgeville man has been arrested by Delaware State Police after leading trooper on a vehicle pursuit on Thursday. Police went to the Red Mill Inn in Lewes attempting to locate 22 year old Marquez Brewer, who was wanted for a shooting incident in the Coverdale Community. Brewer was spotted in the parking lot, but…
Read MoreDelaware Ag Officials Warn of Poison Hemlock in Sussex County
The Delaware Department of Agriculture is warning all residents about two deadly species of hemlock recently found in Sussex County. Environmental scientists have confirmed the presence of poison hemlock (Conicum maculatum) and spotted water hemlock (Cicuta maculata). All parts of the plants – leaves, stems, flowers, and roots – are poisonous to humans and animals.…
Read MoreDSU Completes Acquisition Of Wesley College
Delaware State University has officially become the first Historically Black College and University to acquire another institution of higher education with its acquisition of Wesley College in Dover. Officials announced Thursday that the Wesley campus will be known as the Downtown DSU Campus, with its own leadership team.Delaware State plans to expand nursing program facilities…
Read MoreMadelyn Rowan and Sasha Motsko from the White Marlin Open – 07-02-21
New Seaford Park Also Honors Region’s Heritage
The new Oyster House Park in Seaford is opening up, giving more locals citizens and visitors access to the Nanticoke River, while exploring the area’s history. The ribbon was cut at the park at the site of the old J.B. Robinson Oyster House Thursday. Construction began in December 2020 and focused on enhancing access to…
Read MoreWGMD Fishing Report 7-1-21
Hot and humid at the beach with a pretty stuff southwest wind and a forecast of thunderstorms had the boats staying pretty close to shore. Friday and Saturday will be a bit unsettled as well. The Gale Force with Captain Aaron Herd had the Kerr group aboard for a half-day charter at Indian River Inlet. …
Read MoreGreenwood Man Wanted For Criminal Charges
Delaware State Police are looking for a 26-year-old Greenwood man on criminal charges stemming from incidents in March and May of this year. According to Delaware State Police, Aaron Jenkins is wanted for terroristic threatening, assault 3rd-degree, theft under $1,500 and theft by false pretense. Anyone with information about the whereabouts of Aaron Jenkins of…
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Carmen Rogers – Milton – Sunsetting / Click for full view
Read MoreVisiting The Beach? Advice: Arrive Early, Stay Late
Motorists traveling to or through Maryland over Independence Day weekend should be prepared to share the roadways with plenty of other drivers… as well as pedestrians and cyclists. The Maryland State Highway Administration said Thursday that non-emergency lane and shoulder closures in high-volume areas will be suspended between Friday and Wednesday. MDOT SHA plans to deploy…
Read MorePossible Tornado Strikes In Milford Area
(Update Friday morning) The clean-up is underway after powerful storms and a possible tornado swept through portions of Delmarva late Thursday afternoon. Damaged structures, toppled trees and downed power lines were the result, but as of yet no injuries have been reported.One hard-hit area was Milford and Slaughter Beach. Milford officials said the city will…
Read MoreDel. Meets COVID Vax Goal
Delaware has crossed the finish line in reaching a coronavirus vaccination milestone. According to Delaware Public Health and Governor John Carney, just over 70% of adults have received at least one dose of COVID-19 vaccine, reaching the goal before July 4th as stated by President Biden. “Delawareans have pulled together, done their part and gotten…
Read MoreDuck Boat Crashes into Pontoon Boat near Milton
Delaware Natural Resources Police officers are investigating a boat accident reported around 7:45 p.m. Wednesday on Round Pole Branch Creek off the Broadkill River involving a pontoon boat and a duck boat. This is just southwest of the Coastal Highway bridge over the Broadkill River. Sgt. Brooke Mitchell, DNRP spokeswoman, says the duck boat ran…
Read MoreJake Smith Monologue – 07-01-21 – “You Be The Judge”
Here’s What A Fireworks Accident Can Do…
Marylanders are being encouraged to leave the fireworks to the professionals at a public display and not to take fireworks into their own hands – lest they explode and caused damage to those hands. Fire Marshal Brian Geraci pointed out that fireworks are prohibited in Ocean City and several western shore counties. People who insist…
Read MoreFire Officials: Leave Fireworks To The Pros
Fireworks are nothing to play around with… The Delaware State Fire Marshal’s Office reminded Delawareans and visitors this week that sparklers and ground-based novelty items can be purchased by someone 18 or older for 30 days up to and including July 4th, and can only be used on July 4th. Delaware code prohibits possession, sale…
Read MoreDriver Killed In Overnight Crash Near Laurel
A single-vehicle wreck in the Laurel area has claimed the life of an 18-year-old Seaford male. Delaware State Police said a northbound car on Scott Land Road approached an S-curve near Ross Point Road at about 3:34 a.m. Thursday, but the vehicle swerved, traveled sideways down an embankment and struck a tree. The driver died…
Read MoreBoys & Girls Club Opens On Eastern Shore
The Eastern Shore has its first Boys and Girls Club. Governor Larry Hogan took part in a ribbon cutting Wednesday at the facility in Cambridge. Hogan said it will be the first of several Boys and Girls Clubs in Eastern Shore counties. “All of our Maryland Boys & Girls Clubs provide hope and a safe,…
Read MoreUpdate: 2 Arrested For Seaford Burglary
Two suspects are facing burglary related charges after being linked to a break-in and theft at the Tru Blu convenience store on Middleford Road in Seaford. Delaware State Police said tips from the public and investigative leads resulted in the arrests of 18-year-old Jermaine Watson of Seaford and a 16-year-old male. The burglary occurred early…
Read MoreWGMD Fishing Report 6-30-21
Wednesday was another hot day at the beach with a strong southwest wind. Thursday will see the weather begin to change with rain in the forecast and seas in the ocean of three to four feet. Ryan West caught two nice flounder out of the Lewes and Rehoboth Canal on Wednesday. Robbie at Lewes Harbour…
Read MoreDover Shootings Leave 1 Dead, 3 Injured
Dover Police provided this update Thursday morning: The Dover Police Department is providing an update regarding the victims of the shooting incident that occurred at 11:08 p.m. on June 30th in the area of S. New Street and Reed Street. The victim that died as a result of the incident has been identified as 19-year-old…
Read MoreWGMD Picture of the Day
WGMD’s Throwback Thursday Picture of the Day – 2007 with WGMD afternoon host Randy Nelson getting ready for a ride on the Goodyear Blimp at the airport in Georgetown. Randy, along with Thom Wheeler and his wife and guests sailed over much of Sussex County that afternoon – taking pictures much of the way. What a ride! / Click for full view
Read MoreWhat Is Happening To The Birds?
Scientists and wildlife experts are investigating why songbirds are becoming sick or dying or in some cases appearing to fly erratically or stumble. According to the Department of Natural Resources, similar incidents have been reported in at least six states. Most affected have been European starlings, blue jays and common grackles and the disorder has…
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