Talk of Delmarva Fishing Report 08/29/25

User 284190339 · 08-29-25 Fishing Report Thursday was another nice day and fishing saw some improvement. Captain Aaron Herd on the Gale Force had Richie, Brian and Chase out for an afternoon charter at Indian River Inlet. Live spot was the bait and they caught four keeper flounder. One was 19 inches, two were 19.5…

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Governor Matt Meyer Vetoes SB 63 And SB 75

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Delaware Governor Matt Meyer has returned two bills to the General Assembly without his signature: Senate Bill 63 (with SA 1)–pertaining to wage enforcement in construction and Senate Bill 75 (with SA 1 & 2)–pertaining to local zoning and retail cannabis. In separate veto statements, the Governor outlined his concerns and a path forward that…

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Easton Airport Airfield Modernization Program Project Update

As the calendar turns into September, the Easton Airport is looking forward to moving into the next phase of their Airfield Modernization Program. The next phase of the project will focus on upgrading the airfield’s electrical infrastructure. This will involve installing a new electrical vault and regulators, running new conduit for the entire length of…

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Maryland Board of Public Works Approves $30M in Statewide Projects

Governor Wes Moore and the Board of Public Works have advanced $30.4 million in strategic investments to strengthen communities across the state, including the Eastern Shore. Among the projects approved was a $325,000 investment to acquire 27 acres in Worcester County that will be added to the Pocomoke State Forest, providing space to plant more…

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Governor Meyer’s Office Announces Fall Internship Program

Governor Matt Meyer’s office is now accepting applications for its Fall internship program. Over eight weeks, interns will assist the Office of the Governor staff by serving Delaware residents and gaining knowledge about state government. Potential projects and responsibilities include drafting proclamations, tributes, and event memos; answering constituent calls; and attending events such as a cabinet…

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Talk of Delmarva Fishing Report 08/28/25

  User 284190339 · 08-28-25 Fishing Report Wednesday saw bright sunshine and what felt like light winds on land, but according to Hook ‘em and Cook ‘em it was pretty rough on the ocean. The Judy V fished close to shore and had croaker while the Captain Bob ran down to Fenwick Shoal and caught…

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House Fire in Cambridge Under Investigation

The cause of a house fire that occurred yesterday, August 27th on Race Street in Cambridge, Dorchester County is under investigation. The occupants of the two story, wood frame, single family home discovered the fire and were able to safely evacuate and are being assisted by the American Red Cross. Total damage is estimated to…

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Update – Suspect Arrested in Connection with Shots Fired Incident

Delaware State Police have arrested 19-year-old Brandon Carter of Dover in connection with a shots fired incident last month. On July 11th at about 5:20 a.m., troopers responded to Washington Place in Dover for the shots fired report. When they arrived, troopers learned that multiple rounds were fired at an occupied residence. Five adults and…

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Salisbury Man Sentenced for 2022 shooting into Felton Home

A Salisbury man has been sentenced for his role in a shooting that happened in 2022. Jared Hopkins, who is 28 years old, was sentenced on August 13th to 55 years of incarceration suspended after 14 years for decreasing levels of supervision. The shots were fired into an occupied home injuring a woman in Felton.…

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Legislative Leaders Announce Formation of Special Committees to Investigate Property Reassessment

House and Senate Democratic leadership have announced the formation of bipartisan Special Committees to investigate the recent statewide property reassessment and consider additional legislative action to improve the process and offer targeted tax relief. The Committees will hold a series of public hearings this fall to examine several topics, including probing the property valuation methodologies…

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Maryland State Police Boosting Enforcement Efforts for Labor Day Weekend

Maryland State Troopers from all 23 barracks across the state will conduct high-visibility patrols from Friday, August 29th to Sunday, August 31st. The State Police Impaired Driving Reduction Effort (SPIDRE) team – a specialized unit trained to identify impaired drivers—will also work to reduce impaired driving-related injuries and deaths. Among the planned initiatives: include troopers…

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Seaford Police Investigating Robbery at Lowe’s Parking Lot

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Seaford Police are asking for help in identifying the occupants of a vehicle (pictured below) yesterday, August 26th at 2:45 p.m. The vehicle was involved in a robbery in the Lowe’s parking lot. The vehicle is a red Chevrolet Impala displaying Virginia registration 2135BBM. The rear passenger side tire is a spare. Anyone with information…

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40th Annual Bethany Beach Jazz Funeral to be Held Labor Day

The Bethany Beach Jazz Funeral, now in its 40th year, will be held on Labor Day, Monday, September 1st on the Bethany Beach Boardwalk. This free, family-friendly event begins around 5:30 p.m. at the north end of the boardwalk and features live jazz music and a parade to celebrate the end of the summer season.…

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House Fire in Linkwood, Dorchester County–Accidental

A fire that occurred late yesterday afternoon at a house on Ocean Gateway, Linkwood, in Dorchester County has been ruled accidental. According to the Maryland Office of the State Fire Marshal, a failure in the bathroom exhaust fan caused the blaze. The occupants were home when the fire occurred. The activation of smoke alarms in…

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Talk of Delmarva Fishing Report 08/27/25

User 284190339 · 08-27-25 Fishing Report Tuesday saw very nice weather, but fishing remained slow. Lewes Harbour Marina said the only boat that sailed was the Bottom Line and he ran all the way to the deep to bring back some dolphin or mahi. Breakwater Tackle on the fishing pier at Cape Henlopen State Park…

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Sussex County Mosquito Spraying Tuesday Evening

Weather permitting; the Delaware Mosquito Control Section plans the following insecticide application(s) during the evening hours on Tuesday, August 26, 2025: Application of Zenivex E4 (Etofenprox) with a truck-mounted sprayer to control adult mosquitoes in the following areas: In and near Laurel. Near Bethel, Seaford, Delmar, and Lewes. For notification purposes, spraying will be done in the following spray zones: 146,…

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Gov Meyer Invites Public Input To Shape Delaware’s Rural Health Transformation Plan

Your input is requested to guide investments from the federal Rural Health Transformation Program. Governor Matt Meyer says this is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to re-imagine how health care is delivered in rural Delaware. This is a $50-billion initiative that will strengthen health care in rural communities nationwide. Delaware would receive significant resources from FY 2026…

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Proposed Electrical Regulation Could Hike Costs, Trigger Layoffs, and Delay Projects

A proposed rule in the recent State Register of Regulations would require any contractor installing a low-voltage system to have the work performed by a licensed electrician. Currently Delaware does not require special licensing or certification for low-voltage techs and these installations are exempt from requiring a licensed electrician. If approved, this proposal would eliminate…

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