DSP Arrest Laurel Man for April Burglary
A Laurel man who was wanted in connection with a burglary on April 26th has been arrested by Delaware State Police. A trooper had spotted 49 year old Robert Jefferson in the area of East Trap Pond Road on Thursday and attempted a traffic stop, but Jefferson failed to stop – and a pursuit began.…
Read MoreMd. Launches $25-M Youth Recovery Program
Maryland is forming a public-private partnership to help young people recover from the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, which have included disruption caused by prolonged periods out of school. Governor Larry Hogan said Thursday the initiative is known as Project Bounce Back. It includes several state agencies, Boys and Girls Clubs of America, Microsoft, Linked-in…
Read MoreDel. Phases Out Wait List For COVID Vax Appointments
Delaware is no longer operating a wait list for a COVID-19 vaccination, effective at 3:00 p.m. today (Friday). According to Delaware Public Health, the state is entering a new phase with its program as more vaccine becomes available. DPH will now advise Delawareans about the multiple ways to get vaccinated with or without an appointment…
Read MoreReport: Long-Term Care Facilities Faced Confusion, Conflicting Guidance
The early days of the COVID-19 pandemic were confusing times for Delaware long-term care facilities. They could have received clearer guidance and assistance from the state, according to a new special report from State Auditor Kathy McGuiness. To read the report and its six recommendations, please CLICK HERE According to McGuiness, long-term care administrators were…
Read MoreDel. Bill Addresses Looming Eviction Risk
Keeping Delawareans in their homes who are at risk of eviction is the goal of legislation introduced in the Delaware General Assembly. (SB 101) Tenants who are facing the greatest financial hardship could receive free legal counsel. Also, a diversion program would be created to resolve most landlord-tenant disputes before they go to court. “Delaware…
Read MoreDel. Legislation Would Mandate Police Body-Worn Cameras
A statewide body-worn camera mandate and a uniform policy for their use by law enforcement officers would be the result of legislation introduced in the Delaware General Assembly. The bill filed Thursday (HB 195) would require law enforcement officers and certain employees of the Department of Correction and the Department of Services for Children, Youth…
Read MoreMd. Man Pleads Guilty To Child Porn Charges
A Caroline County man has pled guilty to possession of child pornography. According to the US Attorney’s Office for the District of Maryland, 47-year-old Daniel Provencal entered his plea Thursday.Prosecutors said Provencal acknowledged he was on supervised release at the time for a 2006 federal conviction for distribution of child pornography. Provencal, according to the…
Read MoreWGMD Fishing Report 5-6-21
Thursday saw small craft advisories up in the morning so very few boats went out. Friday looks good with light southeast winds and seas less than two feet. Deanna at Hook ‘em and Cook ‘em checked a 21-inch flounder for Taylor Brewington and a 19-inch flounder for Jake Prosino. Both caught in the Back Bays.…
Read MoreJake Smith Monologue 05-06-21 – “From The Moment We are Born, We Begin to Die”
Madelyn Rowan and Sasha Motsko from the White Marlin Open with Mike Bradley – 05-06-21
Delaware State Senator, Ernie Lopez, with Mike Bradley – 05-06-21
Lewes Election For Council, BPW Is This Sat.
It’s almost election day in Lewes. This Saturday, three candidates are competing for two seats on Lewes City Council. Incumbent Rob Morgan, Carolyn Jones and Khalil Saliba are pursuing three-year terms. Deputy Mayor Bonnie Osler is not seeking re-election. Votes may be cast Saturday at Lewes City Hall between 8:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. For…
Read MoreKeith Heacook Scholarship Fund Established
The Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore has established the Corporal Keith Heacook Memorial Scholarship in honor of the Delmar Police officer who died after being assaulted while on duty. Corporal Heacook responded to a call for a fight in progress in the Delmar area just after 5am on Sunday, April 25, 2021. He was…
Read MoreBar-Restaurant Employee Charged With Decking Unruly Patron
An employee of a Millville establishment is charged with slugging a 26-year-old man who became unruly and who is himself facing a pending charges of indecent exposure and disorderly conduct. According to Delaware State Police, troopers arrived at Hooked Up Ale House on Town Center Road last weekend, where the 26-year-old man was unconscious in…
Read MoreWednesday saw reasonably good weather after the rain quit, but once again, not many people were fishing. Small craft advisories are up for Thursday with northwest winds of 15 to 20 with gusts to 30 knots. Friday looks really good with northeast winds of five to ten and seas of less than two feet. Amanda…
Read MoreWGMD Picture of the Day
WGMD Throwback Thursday Picture of the Day! Going back to pre-1999 – Wayne Cannon at Open Mic at the Rusty Rudder – interviewing Howdy Doody and Buffalo Bob / Click for full view
Read MoreBill Would Grant Delawareans 12 Weeks of Paid Family, Medical Leave
The Healthy Delaware Families Act (SB 1) has been introduced in the Delaware General Assembly – a bill that would make up to 12 weeks of paid family and medical leave available for workers. The measure sponsored by State Senator Sarah McBride, D-Wilmington / Claymont, would make leave available if a worker experiences a serious…
Read MoreReturning UD Students Must Prove COVID Vax
The University of Delaware will require students to demonstrate proof of a COVID-19 vaccination. Differing from Delaware State, UD will not be requiring faculty and staff to get vaccinated. UD President Dennis Assanis outlined the policy in a letter to the university community Wednesday: Dear UD Community, I hope this message finds you in good…
Read MoreDART ‘Stuff the Bus’ Collects 4.8 Tons Of Food Donations
A recent food drive to “Stuff the Bus” actually stuffed two, 28-foot paratransit buses with non-perishable food donations to benefit the Food Bank of Delaware and Hunger Relief Partners. According to Delaware Transit Corporation, DART’s Stuff the Bus drive between April 26th and April 30th collected 4.8 tons, or 9.621 pounds of food. The buses…
Read MoreDSU To Require COVID Vaccinations For Students, Staff
Delaware State University will require returning students and employees in the fall to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination. The policy was announced Wednesday at a community forum. There would be exceptions for approved medical or religious reasons. According to DSU President Tony Allen, the requirement is a “logical extension” of the university’s COVID-19 regime, which…
Read MoreUPDATED: OCPD Arrest MD Teen in Tagging Incident on Boardwalk; Bethany PD Charge 2 for Graffiti
On Sunday, Ocean City Police Department officers responded to a report of “tagging” in the downtown area with blue spray paint. During the course of the investigation, patrol officers located the suspect in the area of 4th Street and the Boardwalk. The suspect, 17 year old male from Lutherville-Timonium, MD, was arrested and charged with…
Read MoreMd. Mobilizes Vax Teams To Visit Nursing Homes
Maryland will deploy more mobile COVID-19 vaccination teams to conduct clinics at more than 30 nursing homes each week. Governor Larry Hogan said Tuesday that the state is taking additional steps to encourage nursing home staff to get the shot. Part of the outreach and confidence campaign will involve highlighting and sharing. The Department of…
Read More3 Arrested In Connection With Gunshots In Harrington
Harrington Police have arrested three suspects in connection with an incident involving shots fired toward a home. Police say a vehicle pulled up to a residence on Mill Street Monday night. Two people got out and opened fire on the home that was occupied by adults and juveniles. No injuries were reported. According to police,…
Read MoreWoman Charged In Smyrna Child’s Death
A woman faces two counts of Murder by Abuse or Neglect in connection with the death of her child, whose remains were discovered near a softball field in Smyrna but went unidentified for months. 28-year-old Kristie Haas faces new charges in a superseding indictment, according to Delaware Attorney General Kathy Jennings. Haas and her husband,…
Read MoreMemorial Service Honors Fallen Del. Troopers
Delaware State Police will conduct the annual Memorial Service and Wreath-Laying Ceremony today in Dover. The service is scheduled to take place at 9:30 a.m. (Wednesday) at the Delaware State Police Training Academy, 1441 North DuPont Highway. 24 troopers have lost their lives in the line of duty since 1923. Fellow troopers, family members, relatives…
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