Being a Nurse on the Front Lines during COVID-19 in Delaware
Editorial by Alexandra Keegan Editor’s Note: Beebe hopes to share stories from the front lines, highlighting team members and sharing their experiences with the community during this pandemic. Tiffany Travis wanted to say thank you. As the coronavirus crisis began to unfold in Sussex County, Beebe Healthcare’s emergency department received many donations of food, snacks,…
Read MoreDelaware Budget-Writers Could Look to Reserves
With Delaware state revenues flagging due to the coronavirus (COVID-19) economic disruption, there is a possibility budget-writers could look to two reserve accounts to bridge a shortfall. The first of these reserves, often referred to as the Rainy Day Fund, is one of the most misunderstood mechanisms in state government. Adopted in 1980, Article 8,…
Read MoreEllendale man charged in domestic dispute
An Ellendale man was arrested after police say a gun discharged during a domestic dispute. 36-year-old Jermaine A. Morris was arrested on Tuesday by the Ellendale Police Department on a slew of charges following a domestic dispute that occurred on April 16 in which a handgun was discharged in a home where two children were present.…
Read MoreWGMD Fishing Report 4-22-20
Tuesday saw gale warnings followed by a severe thunderstorm watch and the rest of the week does not look much better. I know it’s only April, but the mild winter had me spoiled and I had hopes for an early spring. Instead, we are getting wind, rain and below average temperatures. Some bad news for…
Read MoreFood Bank of Delaware Drive-Thru Mobile Pantry, Friday, April 24, Sussex Central HS in Georgetown
To help address increased demands for food assistance amidst the coronavirus public health crisis, the Food Bank of Delaware will host a drive-thru mobile pantry in Georgetown next week.Three events are being held — one in each county — to help Delawareans in need. Participants are asked to bring proof of identification and Delaware residency. …
Read MoreWGMD Picture of the Day
Marty Barrett – Milton – Overlooking Gordons Pond / Click for full view
Read MoreSalisbury Career Firefighter Tests Positive for Coronavirus
A career member with the Salisbury Fire Department (SFD) has tested positive for the novel coronavirus Covid-19. The member of the fire department is home, in self quarantine, and adhering to the Center for Disease Control (CDC) guidelines for individuals who have contracted the disease. Upon being notified of the positive test result the chief’s…
Read MoreDelaware Update to Coronavirus Pandemic – Looking at Unemployment & the Budget Picture
The positive cases of coronavirus in Delaware continue to trend upwards – however the early projections of the number of cases, hospitalizations remain higher than the actual numbers. Governor John Carney stated again that before we can begin recovery – we need to see 28 days of declining cases and a widespread testing program underway. …
Read MoreUPDATED: Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Worcester County til 4:30 – Wicomico Warning is Canceled
CANCELLED LOCATIONS – Wicomico County, MDCONTINUED LOCATIONS – Worcester County, MD ========================================= The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning that affects the following WGMD locations till 4:30pm : Worcester County,MD Wicomico County,MD ========================================== Severe Thunderstorm Warning till 4pm CONTINUING LOCATIONS – Sussex County, DE –…
Read MoreDPH Update: 186 Additional Positive Cases; 10 New Deaths; 70 Additional Recovered
The Delaware Division of Public Health (DPH) is announcing 10 additional fatalities related to coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) and is providing an update on the number of positive cases and recovered individuals. All data reported through the daily updates are based on data received as of 6 p.m. the previous day. In total, 82 Delawareans have passed away due to complications…
Read MoreJake Smith Monologue – 04-21-20 – “Hiding The Truth”
DSU Establishes Student Emergency Relief Fund
In response to helping its most vulnerable students during COVID-19, Delaware State University started its Student Emergency Relief Fund ten days ago. The Delaware community has already responded in a big way. Nearly $250,000 has already been raised. The goal is $1 million. Bank of America Market President Chip Rossi and his wife Tracy made…
Read MoreWoman shot, injured in Salisbury
Maryland State Police are actively investigating an apparent shooting in Salisbury that injured a 38 year old woman. The victim, a 38-year old woman from Salisbury, is not being identified at this time. She is currently undergoing treatment at Peninsula Regional Medical Center. The suspect is described as an African American male with dark skin,…
Read MorePolice arrest three after dispute leads to firearm charges in Magnolia
Delaware State Police arrested three suspects after an on-going argument led to the display of a firearm. According to the Delaware State Police Department, shortly before 11 p.m., Monday troopers were dispatched to a home in the 300 block of Millchop Lane in Magnolia for a group of disorderly subjects in which a weapon was…
Read MoreDelaware Motorists Can Expect to Soon See Toll Invoices
Delaware Department of Transportation (DelDOT) officials say motorists that have used I-95 and Route 1 over the last month — but are not EZPass customers — can soon expect to receive toll invoices. Shortly after Gov. John Carney announced a State of Emergency more than a month ago, DelDOT shut down cash toll lanes on…
Read MoreDelaware revenue estimates take another hit
The revenue expected to be available to state budget writers took a major hit Monday, dropping by more than $655 million in Delaware. The Delaware Economic and Financial Advisory Council (DEFAC) issued their latest forecast Monday afternoon. The group predicted the state would have $4.2149 billion available to be budgeted for Fiscal Year 2021, that…
Read MoreCity employee tests positive for coronavirus in Salisbury
Mayor Jake Day has announced that a municipal employee of the City of Salisbury has tested positive for coronavirus (COVID-19). The employee, a member of the Salisbury Fire Department, currently has a cough but has not exhibited any other signs of symptoms. The employee will remain in home isolation as mandated by the Wicomico County…
Read MoreWGMD Fishing Report 4-21-20
Monday began with a cold rain and ended with small craft advisories. Tuesday those small craft advisories will change to gale warnings as bad weather continues to plague local fishermen. I did hear from three different sources that blues were caught out of Indian River Inlet, but have yet to see any photos. Incoming water…
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Brooke – Sunrise in Ocean City
Read MoreAction Needed for Social Security Beneficiaries with Dependents & Who Do Not File Tax Returns to Receive $500 Per Child Payment
Social Security beneficiaries and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) recipients who don’t file tax returns will start receiving their automatic Economic Impact Payments directly from the Treasury Department soon. People receiving benefits who did not file 2018 or 2019 taxes, and have qualifying children under age 17, however, should not wait for their automatic $1,200 individual…
Read MoreNew Guidance for Barber Shops and Hair Salons in Maryland
State Senator Mary Beth Carozza is reporting that there is new guidance for Barber Shops and Hair Salons in Maryland. They may only provide services to customers on an appointment basis – no walk-in services and only one customer in the establishment at a time. The services must be necessary for the customer to meet…
Read MoreDOC Announces 1 Additional Positive Coronavirus Test at SCCC
The Delaware Department of Correction (DOC) today announced one additional positive COVID-19 test result, as it surpasses 1,000 daily proactive inmate temperature checks. 136 total inmate COVID-19 tests have been conducted, including 100 proactive tests of asymptomatic inmates. 103 inmate tests have been returned as negative, with 12 pending and 21 positive results. Additionally, the DOC today announced…
Read MoreGov Hogan Announces Arrival in Maryland of 500,000 Coronavirus Test Kits from South Korea
Maryland Governor Larry Hogan has announced Operation Enduring Friendship – an effort between Maryland and the Republic of South Korea which has sent 500,000 test kits for coronavirus. The test kits arrived at BWI when the first-ever Korean plane arrived – full of test kits. Governor Hogan believes they will be ready for some recovery…
Read MoreDPH UPDATE: 207 Additional Positive Cases; 5 New Deaths; 29 Additional Recovered
The Delaware Division of Public Health (DPH) is announcing five additional fatalities related to coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) and is providing an update on the number of positive cases and recovered individuals. DPH announced on Sunday April 20, that it was shifting to reporting case data earlier in the day to provide information in a more timely manner, and…
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