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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Carol Tabor – Ocean View – Seagull napping at Bayshore in Ocean View. Click for full view
Read MoreGovernor Matt Meyer Vetoes SB 63 And SB 75
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…
Read MoreEaston 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…
Read MoreMaryland 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…
Read MoreOcean City MD Police Investigating July 5th Assault, Suspects Still At Large
The Ocean City, Maryland Police Department is investigating an assault that happened in the area of 14th Street & St Louis Avenue on July 5th at about 3:00 a.m. Officers have been following up on other investigative leads and have been unable to identify the suspects. The individuals possibly live in the Lancaster, Pennsylvania area.…
Read MoreMaryland State Police Investigating Fatal Two-Vehicle Crash In Worcester County
Maryland State Police are investigating a deadly crash in Worcester County in the Ocean City area that happened just after 10 a.m. yesterday, August 27th. Troopers say 65-year-old Dennis Ellis of Berlin was riding his motorcycle west on Route 50 at Inlet Isle Lane when a Jeep Grand Cherokee failed to yield and struck…
Read MoreGovernor 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…
Read MoreTalk 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…
Read MoreHouse 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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Bill Docca – Ocean Pines – Sunset. Click for full view
Read MoreUpdate – 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…
Read MoreDelDOT Traffic Alert – All Way Stop Implementations in Georgetown Area
The Delaware Department of Transportation (DelDOT) will be converting the two way stop control at the intersection of Sycamore Road / Beaver Dam Branch Road in the Georgetown area to an All Way Stop control with new signs and pavement markings. The work will take place starting at 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. on Tuesday…
Read MoreSalisbury 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.…
Read MoreLegislative 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…
Read MoreMaryland 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…
Read MoreSeaford Police Investigating Robbery at Lowe’s Parking Lot
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…
Read More40th 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.…
Read MoreHouse 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…
Read MoreTalk 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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Ann Hammond – Delmar – Baby bunny In the back yard at Holly Ridge. Click for full view
Read MoreUPDATED: Upper Ferry Remains Out of Service for Major Rehabilitation & Scheduled Overhaul
UPDATED – 08/26/25 – The Wicomico County Upper Ferry has been out of service since June 27, 2025, following the conclusion of its service day due to mechanical challenges impacting the vessel’s operation. These mechanical challenges posed a safety concern, and out of an abundance of caution, the County suspended service immediately. In addition to…
Read MoreSussex 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,…
Read MoreGov 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…
Read MoreProposed 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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