Lineup Revealed For DFRC Blue-Gold All-Star Football Game
The DFRC has named the players for the 65th DFRC Blue-Gold All-Star Football Game, June 18th at Delaware Stadium. The DFRC Blue-Gold Allā Star Football Game showcases Hand-in-Hand Buddiesā children and young adults with intellectual disABILITIESā and Delawareās finest high school students who participate as football players, cheerleaders, band members, and school ambassadors. History: The first…
Read MoreWGMD Fishing Report 5-13-21
Thursday saw perfect fishing weather and it is supposed to continue right through the weekend. For whatever reason, very few people are fishing, but those that are, have found success from boat and beach. Deanna from Hook āem and Cook āem sent us a report and photo of Susan Krepshaw and her 8.2-pound rockfish caught…
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Diana Lynn B – Elliotts Island – Vienna, MD / Click for full view
Read MoreJake Smith Monologue – 05-13-21 – “Waving The White Flag”
Mike Bradley with Brad Connor of the Southern Sussex Rotary Club – 05-13-21
Md. To Lift More Restrictions Sat.
Maryland will lift any capacity restrictions on outdoor entertainment venues, arts and sports events as well as indoor entertainment venues and conventions effective this Saturday. Governor Larry Hogan also said Wednesday that any remaining restrictions on indoor and outdoor dining will be going away. Here in Maryland, our plan is to get everything back to…
Read MoreDel. Bill Targets Polystyrene Containers, Plastic Stirrers
Polystyrene containers and plastic straws are targeted in new legislation in the Delaware General Assembly. A bill (SB 134) has been introduced that would prohibit restaurants from serving food in containers made of what’s commonly branded Styrofoam. Also, establishments would not provide single-use plastic straws unless requested by the customer. Single-use plastic coffee stirrers, cocktail…
Read MoreBurglary Investigation Leads To 2 Arrests
A man is charged with multiple burglaries in Kent County that Delaware State Police say have occurred since March of this year. Police started an investigation of burglaries and thefts at residences and sheds as well as reports of several stole vehicles. 33-year-old Stephen Lemmons of Felton, according to police, was identified as a possible…
Read MoreMan Charged With Pepper-Spray Attack
An Ellendale man is charged with pepper-spraying a 17-year-old girl he knows, who went to meet with him in the parking lot of an apartment complex. Delaware State Police said Wednesday that 21-year-old Mardis Powell Junior became aggressive with the girl, grabbed her cellphone and threw it to the ground, then deployed the pepper spray.…
Read MoreDSU To Cancel $730,655 Of Student Loan Debt
Delaware State University will cancel hundreds of thousands of dollars in student loan debt incurred by recent graduates who have faced financial hardship during the COVID-19 pandemic. Funds from the American Rescue Plan are being used to reduce student loan debt by a total of $730,655. The average eligible DSU graduate could qualify for $3,276…
Read MoreDel., Md. Monitor Gas Supplies Following Pipeline Disruption
The Governors of Maryland and Delaware are responding to the possible effects of the Colonial Pipeline hacking on the region’s gas supply. Maryland Governor Larry Hogan Wednesday authorized Transportation Secretary Greg Slater to issue emergency waivers of weight restrictions and hours-of-service requirements for Maryland ‘motor carriers.’ Hogan added that the gas supply chain is still…
Read MoreWGMD Fishing Report 5-12-21
Wednesday saw small craft advisories up in the morning and that discouraged most folks from going out in the ocean or bay. Believe it or not, but the forecast for the next few days, including the weekend, looks good. That includes Saturday when sea bass season opens and tog season closes. Curt Smith sent me…
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WGMD Throwback Thursday Picture of the Week -going back the Cruisin’ OC in 2009. The picture is by Donny Reed of Ocean City of “The Judge” / Click for full view
Read MoreUpdate: Police ID Suspect, Victim In JTVCC Homicide
Delaware State Police provided the following update Wednesday afternoon: The Delaware State Police have arrested 55-year-oldĀ John CameronĀ of Claymont, DE, for murder. The incident occurred on Monday, May 10, 2021, at approximately 08:13 a.m., when troopers responded to the James T. Vaughn Correctional Center located at 1181 Paddock Road, Smyrna, for a reported homicide.Ā Investigation has…
Read MoreDel. Emergency Order Update Eliminates Most Business Capacity Restrictions
Governor John Carney Wednesday signed the 28th modification to the original state of emergency COVID-19 order, which allows most business capacity restrictions to go away effective May 21st. School bus distancing requirements are also updated, and other changes that were announced last week are formalized. According to Carney, the following changes take effect at 8:00…
Read MoreRehoboth Officials Address Masking, July 4th Fireworks
Rehoboth Beach has revised masking guidelines to follow state guidance in outdoor areas. Commissioners voted Tuesday to require that masks be worn outdoors only where social distancing cannot be maintained. Previously, masks were required in the downtown area. Masks are still required on the Rehoboth boardwalk. Also, whether there will be fireworks on 4th of…
Read MoreOak Orchard Fire Sends 3 To Hospitals For Observation
A fire in the Oak Orchard area sent three people to area medical facilities for observation early Wednesday. According to the Indian River Volunteer Fire Company, the blaze was reported with people possibly trapped on Cherokee Avenue in Riverdale Park. Firefighters determined that all occupants were accounted for and out of the home. Firefighters from…
Read MoreBlaze Near Frederica Under Investigation
A fire spread to two residential structures, a couple of vehicles and a camper east of Frederica Tuesday. The blaze broke out Tuesday morning, drawing firefighters from South Bowers, Ellendale and Carlisle fire companies. There was no word of any injuries, and the cause of the fire is still under investigation.
Read MoreDSP Recruits For Troopers
Delaware State Police are encouraging people who are interested in becoming a State Trooper to apply for the current fall 2021 hiring process. Applications are due by this Friday at 8:00 a.m. for consideration. Delaware State Police are also accepting applications for the Spring 2022 Academy Class. For more information and to apply, please CLICK…
Read MoreOC Special Event Zone In Effect May 18th-23rd
Ocean City is getting the word out about a Special Event Zone that begins Tuesday May 18th and continues through the following Sunday, during the spring Cruisin’ Ocean City event. The provision increases fines for motor vehicle violations and establishes speed limits. Citizens and visitors should expect increased police presence with Ocean City Police getting…
Read MoreWGMD Fishing Report 5-11-21
Tuesday saw much lighter winds than predicted, but very few boats left the dock. There are small craft advisories up for Wednesday morning, but they are supposed to come down by the afternoon. There is still hope for the weekend. At Lewes Harbour Marina, Tommy said the only fish they saw all day were some…
Read MoreUPDATE: School Board Election Results – 5 Sussex Races in 4 Districts
Election results: Delaware School Board Election Results are in, following a vote in several contested races Tuesday. In Cape Henlopen, Janis Hanwell defeated Ashley Murray, 3,108 to 1,212. Delmar School District voters elected Dawn Turner and incumbent Farrah Morelli to at-large positions. In Laurel, David Nichols won by just seven votes over two other candidates.…
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Claire Christopher – Philadelphia – Mountaire’s Millsboro plant / Click for full view
Read MoreSussex County Council Approves Appointment of Jordan Warfel to BOA
The Sussex County Council was back in their chambers on the Circle this week. They heard a presentation from Dr. David Tam, President and CEO of Beebe Healthcare. He discussed the hospital’s multiple locations and health offerings throughout the county. A public hearing on the Banks Property Annexation of the Dagsboro/Frankford Area of the Sussex…
Read MoreDownstate Mosquito Spraying Tuesday Evening
A message from DNREC-MOSQUITO CONTROL Weather permitting; the Delaware Mosquito Control Section plans the following insecticide application(s) during the evening hours on Tuesday, May 11, 2021: Application of Anvil 10+10 (Sumithrin/PBO) with a truck-mounted sprayer to control adult mosquitoes in the following areas: In and near Selbyville, Camden, and Georgetown. Near Marydel, Felton, Harrington, Bridgeville, Seaford, Laurel, Delmar, Millsboro,…
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