Burning Ban Now in Effect in Delaware

Delaware’s annual open burning ban takes effect Friday, May 1 and continues through Sept. 30 to help protect air quality during ozone season. During the statewide ban, most outdoor burning is not allowed. Cooking fires, recreational campfires and ceremonial bonfires are still permitted year-round when they use firewood, charcoal, propane or natural gas.  Additional information…

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Rehoboth Beach Bollard Installation Nearly Complete

The installation of bollards at Rehoboth Avenue and the boardwalk began in mid March. The bollards are being installed on the Avenue approaching the bandstand and at the edge of the boardwalk and Rehoboth Avenue. City officials say the installation of the bollards at the boardwalk, Bandstand bathrooms and the southside of the sidewalk is…

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Settlement with Purdue Pharma & Sackler Family in Opioid Settlement Becomes Legally Effective – DE’s Share – $27-million

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A $7.4-billion settlement reached with Purdue Pharma and the Sackler Family has become legally effective. Delaware Attorney General Kathy Jennings says that this caps nearly a decade of work by her office – and A-Gs from across the country in pursuing investigation and litigation over Purdue’s and the Sacklers’ role in fueling the opioid crisis.…

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Talk of Delmarva Fishing Report 05/01/26

User 284190339 · 05-01-26 Fishing Report Thursday was bright and sunny at the beach, but the wind was off the water and that put a chill in the air. For those of us planning to fish the ocean for black sea bass on Friday; the water temperature is 51.8 degrees and winds will be northwest…

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Walk Smart, Drive Smart, Bike Smart Campaign Kicks off in Ocean City

Ocean City and the Maryland Department of Transportation kicked off the 2026 Walk Smart, Drive Smart, Bike Smart campaign this morning in the parking lot of the Roland E Powell Convention Center. The campaign is a call for everyone to work together to make the summer season safe for visitors and residents alike. Mayor Rick…

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Delaware Black Sea Bass Rules Now Apply in State and Federal Waters

Delaware has updated its recreational black sea bass fishing regulations for 2026–2027, lowering the minimum size from 13 to 12.5 inches, opening the season earlier on May 1st, and eliminating an early October closure. The daily limit remains 15 fish. Federal regulators have now aligned with the state, meaning the same rules apply in both…

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Legislation Introduced in Delaware to Create Strengthened Firearm Dealer Licensing Requirement

A new bill introduced in Delaware would create stricter oversight of firearm dealers through a state licensing system aimed at reducing illegal gun trafficking. Senate Bill 300, sponsored by Senate President Pro Tempore Dave Sokola, would require most gun dealers to obtain a state license and meet enhanced standards for inspections, security, training, and reporting.…

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Three Arrested for Firing Shots at Occupied Hotel Room in Dover

Three people have been arrested following a shooting incident that occurred last night, April 29th shortly before 11:30 PM.  Officers responded to the Capital Inn for reports of shots fired. As officers responded, a witness called 9-1-1 and said that individuals were seen running into a gray Ford Flex SUV that fled southbound on DuPont…

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Maryland Kicks Off Bike Month with Safety-Focused Events

The Maryland Department of Transportation is marking Bike Month this May with a series of events promoting bike safety, accessibility, and healthy living, following Governor Wes Moore’s proclamation. Events include Bike & Roll to School Day on May 6th, MDOT webinars on May 7th and May 21st, and Bike to Work Week from May 11th–15th,…

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DOJ: Police Use of Deadly Force Justified in Two Separate Incidents

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The Delaware Department of Justice has ruled that two separate police shootings were legally justified and not criminal. In an October 4th, 2023 incident in Bridgeville, troopers shot and killed Jordan James after he fired a weapon multiple times while fleeing near the Perdue Feed Mill.  Corporal William Schuele returned fire, striking James, who later…

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Talk of Delmarva Fishing Report 04/30/26

User 284190339 · 04-30-26 Fishing Report Wednesday saw a mix of clouds and sun at the beach with winds up to 20 knots on the open water. Waves ran between 3 and 4 feet. Both Lewes Harbour Marina and Hook ‘em and Cook ‘em said no boats left their docks. Lewes Harbour Marina did report…

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