Posts Tagged ‘Delaware’
House Republican leaders react to Governor’s State of the State Address
CLICK FOR GOVERNOR CARNEY’S STATE OF THE STATE VIDEO Governor John Carney delivered his annual State of the State Address to a joint session of the General Assembly in the House of Representatives Thursday afternoon. The State of the State broadly outlined the Carney Administration’s accomplishments thus far, and provided a peek at the governor’s…
Read MoreEllendale man arrested on drug, weapons charges
A domestic dispute between two brothers led to the arrest of an Ellendale man on drug and weapons charges. According to Delaware State Police, shortly before 1:30 p.m., Wednesday troopers were called to the parking lot of the Ellendale Firehouse to meet with a victim in reference to a report of a domestic incident involving…
Read MoreThree teens arrested, charged in shooting brawl that injured girl in Felton
Delaware State Police have arrested three juvenile siblings in connection with a shooting that critically injured a 19-year-old girl in Felton. According to the Delaware State Police Department, the incident occurred shortly before 6 p.m., Sunday as troopers were dispatched to the 1300 block of Barney Jenkins Road, Felton, for reports of multiple shots being…
Read MoreCarper calls for witnesses in impeachment trial to sway Republicans
Entering the third day of the impeachment trial against President Donald Trump, Delaware’s Senior U.S. Senator Tom Carper is continuing to call for witnesses. Speaking to PBS Newshour, Senator Carper said his hope is that to hear from witnesses during the trial would sway some of his Republican colleagues. “If there’s a juror, there’s a…
Read MorePolice chase in Millsboro results in DUI arrest for wanted man
A wanted Millsboro man was arrested after he led police on a chase while driving under the influence. According to the Delaware State Police Department, around 3:40 p.m., Tuesday troopers spotted a vehicle traveling westbound on Caravel Drive in the River Village development, spinning tires, making quick evasive maneuvers, and failing to stop at a…
Read MoreDelaware bill would attract new primary care doctors to the state
Delaware lawmakers are hopeful that a bill to provide a Health Care Provider Loan Repayment Program will attract more primary care physicians to the state. House Bill 257, a bipartisan led effort, would help pay off student loan debt for new primary care physicians who practice in the state of Delaware. Over the course of…
Read MoreCoons concerned, disappointed in Republicans over impeachment trial rules
The rules for the Senate impeachment trial are set and Delaware’s U.S. Senator Chris Coons is concerned, expressing disappointment in his Republican colleagues who he suggested would rather have a coverup than a fair trial. “I’ve been deeply disappointed in my Republican colleagues who are voting in lockstep and straight party-line votes not to accept…
Read MoreGovernor Carney, lawmakers announce major investments in clean water
Governor John Carney was joined by lawmakers on Tuesday to announce new investments in clean water across the state of Delaware. The Clean Water for Delaware Act — sponsored by Representative Longhurst and Senator McBride — will create a Delaware Clean Water Trust to help rebuild Delaware’s drinking water infrastructure, prevent flooding in vulnerable communities,…
Read MoreRehoboth man arrested following police chase in Seaford
A Rehoboth man was arrested on a slew of charges after police say he led them on a chase through Seaford. According to the Delaware State Police Department, the incident occurred around 6:20 p.m., Monday as troopers witnessed a silver Mercury Grand Marquis traveling northbound on Concord Pond Road in Seaford without a license plate…
Read MoreThree arrested on assault, robbery charges in Georgetown
Three people were arrested in connection with an assault and robbery in Georgetown. According to the Georgetown Police Department, shortly before 1 p.m., Monday officers were called to the Western Union on North Race Street for a robbery complaint. Officers arrived and made contact with the victims who told police they were inside the apartment…
Read MoreMountaire Farms first in the nation to become One Health Certified
Mountaire Farms has become the first chicken company in the United States to become approved in One Health Certified™, a new comprehensive animal care program that is verified by the U.S. Department of Agriculture. One Health Certified™ focuses on five core areas of animal production: disease prevention, veterinary care, responsible antibiotic use, animal welfare, and…
Read MoreHighmark awards over $1 million to fight opioid epidemic in Delaware
Highmark awarded more than $1.1 million in grants to fight opioid use and addiction in Delaware. Highmark’s support advances efforts to address the opioid crisis for eight local organizations, including atTAck addiction, Bellevue Cause Community Network, Boys and Girls Clubs of Delaware, Friendship House, Jewish Family Services, The National Council on Agricultural Life and Labor…
Read MoreDelaware House passes bill allowing dogs on outdoor restaurant patios
House lawmakers passed a bill allowing business owners the right to decide whether or not to allow leashed dogs on outdoor patios of food establishments and in beer gardens after a controversial stance from the Division of Public Health (DPH) stated otherwise. House Bill 275 was passed without debate on Friday, 40-0, permitting business owners…
Read MoreUPDATE | Wanted Georgetown man arrested, charged in string of church burglaries in Sussex County
Delaware State Police have arrested a wanted Georgetown man in connection with a series of burglaries at local churches in Sussex County. Early this month, State Police launched an investigation into burglaries at various churches in Laurel, Seaford, Millsboro and Georgetown. Police learned that in all of the incidents, the point of entry was an…
Read MoreDel. State Rep. Sean Lynn will strike controversial amendment amid outrage
Delaware State Representative Sean Lynn has announced that he will strike an amendment he introduced that would have removed certain first responders and healthcare workers from the list of people who if assaulted, aggravates the crime to a violent felony. Rep. Lynn came under fire Tuesday on the first day of session after many learned…
Read MorePolice searching for wanted Georgetown man
Police are asking for help locating a wanted Georgetown man. Warrants have been issued for 31-year-old Adam Calloway, of Georgetown, who is wanted for shoplifting, resisting arrest and criminal mischief. Calloway also has several active warrants from other Delaware law enforcement agencies. Anyone with information on the whereabouts of Calloway is asked to contact Georgetown…
Read MoreDelaware Congresswoman votes in favor of Iran War Powers Resolution
Delaware Congresswoman Lisa Blunt-Rochester voted in favor of a War Powers Resolution that limits the President’s ability to engage militarily with Iran. Congresswoman Blunt-Rochester issued a statement following the vote, saying “the action taken by President Trump represents a rapid escalation and strategic setback in diplomatic relations with Iran.” A top goal of any foreign…
Read MoreUPDATED: EXCLUSIVE | State GOP Chair Speaks on Issue of Anti-Semitic and Homophobic Remarks by GOP Officials
UPDATED 1/4/2020 – The Anti Defamation League has condemned the recent Facebook comments by New Castle County GOP Chairman, Chris Rowe and Sussex County GOP Vice Chair Nelly Jordan. However the ADL is applauding a statement from State GOP Chair, Jane Brady, who has condemned the language used by both officials. Rowe is tendering his…
Read MoreLewes man arrested on drug, assault charges
A Lewes man has been arrested on drug and assault charges after police say he struck a woman in the back of the head with lumber, seriously injuring her during an argument. According to the Delaware State Police Department, around 11:50 a.m., Wednesday troopers responded to Beebe Medical Center for an assault complaint. Upon arrival,…
Read MoreDelaware GOP strongly condemns local chairs homophobic, anti-Semitic remarks
The Delaware Republican Party is condemning the language used by two of its local leaders, including New Castle County Chair Chris Rowe who is tendering his resignation at the request of party leaders after he used homophobic language and Sussex County Vice Chair Nelly Jordan who is also under fire for anti-Semitic remarks made online.…
Read MoreCarper says “we must act” following attacks in New York and Texas
Delaware’s Senior U.S. Senator Tom Carper speaking out after two parishioners were killed in a shooting at a church in Texas, and multiple people were injured at a Hanukkah party in NY. Carper tweeting that he believes in the power of prayer, but believes we must act. Sen. Carper went on to say that he…
Read MorePolice investigating armed robbery in Frankord
Delaware State Police are investigating after a man had a knife held to his throat and was robbed outside his home in Frankford. According to the Delaware State Police Department, around 8:30 p.m., Sunday troopers were dispatched to a home in the 30000 block of Omar Road in Frankford for reports of a robbery. Troopers…
Read MoreGeorgetown family pleads for safe return of their dog believed to have been stolen
A Georgetown family is pleading for the safe return of their yellow Lab “Moose” who they say was stolen from their property a week ago. On Friday, Dec. 20, the same day Moose went missing, two witnesses reported seeing a person struggling to place a yellow Lab inside a vehicle on the side of the…
Read MoreMilton man charged with 6th DUI
A Milton man was arrested and charged with his 6th DUI. According to Delaware State Police, shortly after 9 p.m., Wednesday, troopers on patrol observed an Isuzu Rodeo stopped in the road impeding traffic on West Springside Drive in Milton. A traffic stop was initiated and contact was made with the driver, William P. Aikens…
Read MoreLaurel man charged with rape of juvenile
A Laurel man has been arrested and charged with the rape of a juvenile. Laurel Police arrested 36-year-old Rammans Savage in connection with the sexual assault of a child. A Division of Family Services Hotline Tip was submitted to the Laurel Police Department claiming that Savage was sexually assaulting a juvenile female at his residence.…
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