Georgetown Implements Snow Emergency Plan Effective At 7:00 p.m.

Georgetown will activate its snow emergency plan at 7:00 tonight. Parking along several that are designated snow emergency routes will be restricted, and vehicles may be subject to towing during the storm: ·         Market Street (East and West) ·         Bedford Street (North and South) ·         Bridgeville Road ·         Pine Street (East and West) ·         Race Street (North and South) ·         Front…

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Georgetown Shooting Leaves 2 Dead and DSP Searching for 2 Suspects

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Delaware State Police are conducting a double homicide investigation that occurred Saturday night in Georgetown. On January 22, 2022, at approximately 7:28 p.m., the Georgetown Police Department and Delaware State Police responded to the El Nopalito Restaurant, located at 22095 DuPont Blvd, Georgetown, Delaware for a report of two people shot at the business. Through…

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DSP Looking to Solve Cold Case Fatal Hit & Run Crashes

The Delaware State Police Collision Reconstruction Units (CRU) based throughout the State are seeking the assistance with Cold Case Fatal Hit and Runs. The following are six cold case investigations the units have been working to solve, but have not had any leads or further information provided over the course of the years. DOVER –…

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Georgetown Fire Accident, but 2 Dogs Die

The Delaware Office of the State Fire Marshal investigated a fire that heavily damaged a structure in Georgetown, Delaware on January 10, 2022. The incident, reported shortly after 12:00 P.M. , occurred in the 18000 block of Gravel Hill Road Georgetown, Delaware. The Georgetown Fire Company arrived on the scene and found smoke and flames…

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Georgetown Crash Leaves 1 Person Dead, 2 Injured

A Millsboro man is dead and two other people are injured following a wreck on Vaughn Road in the Georgetown area. According to Delaware State Police, a 42-year-old woman ran off the roadway on a curve Thursday afternoon, then swerved. The car crashed into a tree. A 31-year-old Millsboro man who was a front-seat passenger…

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Caroling On The Circle Celebrates Holiday Season, Raises Food Donations

Local food pantries and other organizations that assist Delawareans who face food insecurity now have nearly 18,750 additional canned goods and non-perishables in their stock. That’s the preliminary total of donations made to Sussex County’s annual food drive following Monday night’s Caroling on the Circle celebration in Georgetown. Caroling on the Circle was delayed one…

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Rabid Raccoon Found In Georgetown Area

A raccoon in the Georgetown area has tested positive for rabies. Delaware Public Health said Friday that two dogs may also have been exposed to the virus. Residents and people who have spent time in the vicinity of West Robbins Road and South Old State Road are advised to take precautions, minimize contact with wildlife…

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Truck Overturns On Route 113 NB, Georgetown

Update: this crash was cleared shortly before 10 a.m. and all northbound lanes of Route 113 reopened. A truck has overturned early this morning (Friday) on Dupont Boulevard (US 113 northbound) in the 22,300 block, Georgetown. Northbound lanes were closed. Motorists are advised to consider alternate routes. Reportedly the accident involves a chicken truck.

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Man Badly Burned In Georgetown Fire

A 37-year-old man has been critically injured in a fire that ignited vegetation and an apparent homeless campsite in Georgetown. According to the Delaware State Fire Marshal’s Office, local firefighters and paramedics responded to Douglas Street Monday night and found the burn victim. He was taken to Crozer-Chester Medical Center in Delaware County, Pennsylvania for…

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Georgetown Turns Green For World Philanthropy Day

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The Circle in Georgetown and buildings around it will be lit up in green for World Philanthropy Day. According to the Delaware Community Foundation, the display this week celebrates the impact of philanthropy and the people who make it happen to help increase the quality of life in Sussex County. “Philanthropy means more than writing…

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Kent Co. Crash Claims Life Of Georgetown Man

Delaware State Police are investigating a crash north of Dover on Route 1 early Tuesday morning that has left a Georgetown man dead. At about 5:47 a.m. Tuesday, a southbound car traveled partially into the center grass median, veered back into the roadway, rotated and traveled across both southbound lanes of traffic. The car then…

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Man Shot, Wounded During Altercation In Georgetown Area

Delaware State Police are investigating a Halloween night shooting in the Georgetown area that left a man with a gunshot wound to his leg. An investigation determined that a 22-year-old Millsboro man and a 25-year-old Millsboro woman were traveling in the area of the 20,000-block of Asketum Branch Road at about 9:07 p.m., when the…

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Sussex County Council to Revisit Terrapin Island Subdivision Appeal and Discuss Workforce Housing & Proposed Property Tax Credit for Disabled Veterans

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The Sussex County Council will revisit the appeal on the Planning & Zoning Commission’s decision to approve the Terrapin Island subdivision which was argued last week. County Administrator Todd Lawson will have a presentation on workforce housing with possible discussion. Finance Director Gina Jennings will discuss and possibly introduce a proposed ordinance that would bring…

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Back to Work for Sussex County Council after Labor Day Holiday

The Sussex County Council is back to work this week and will hold two public hearings on sewer projects during the morning session. One is the Marlin Cove Expansion near Fenwick Island – the other the Scenic Manor expansion in the Mulberry Knoll area west of Lewes. They will also revisit a change of zone…

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Suspect Arrested For Georgetown Stabbing

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A Georgetown man faces charges in connection with a stabbing. According to Georgetown Police, officers responded to a wooded area near Douglas Street late Monday afternoon about a reported stabbing. An investigation determined that a 19-year-old man intervened in an argument between the suspect and a 28-year-old woman. Police said the suspect, later identified as…

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Man Linked To Acts Of Vandalism, Thefts

Incidents of criminal mischief, theft and theft of a motor vehicle have resulted in a Georgetown man facing multiple charges. According to Delaware State Police, an investigated started in July into multiple thefts and criminal mischief caused to vending machines at Seaside Outlets and Bayside Outlets. 12 vending machines and five children’s rides were damaged.…

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Food Bank Of Del. Schedules Mobile Pantries Next Week

The Food Bank of Delaware will resume mobile food pantries in September. A drive-up food distribution event is scheduled for Monday, September 13th at Crossroad Community Church on State Forest Road west of Georgetown, starting at 11:00 a.m. Guests may register in advance, but the pantry is first-come first served. The pantry is open for…

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Burglary Probe Leads To Georgetown Man’s Arrest

A Georgetown man has been arrested in connection with several recent burglaries at area businesses. Delaware State Police said 45-year-old Jimmie Hayes Junior was arrested based on a surveillance photo and assistance from the community Thursday. Hayes is charged with three counts each of burglary, possession of burglar tools, conspiracy, theft ,and other offenses. A…

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Drug Investigation Leads To Georgetown Man’s Arrest

A Georgetown man faces charges following an investigation conducted by Delaware State Police. Troopers visited a residence on Kruger Road this week and located a man outside. Police say 24-year-old Tevon Norwood was taken into custody. A search of the home, according to police, turned up some cocaine, more than $16,000 in suspected drug proceeds,…

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