White & Blue Marlin Come to the Scales on Day 3

Day 3 at the White Marlin Open started with 277 boats heading to the deep water off the Ocean City coast. When the scales opened at 4pm at Harbour Island Marina – there were boats waiting to weigh in their catches – starting with the first blue marlin of the tournament, which was brought in…

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Tuesday, Aug 4 is National Night Out

2026 NATIONAL NIGHT OUT National Night Out is a chance to meet your neighbors and your local law enforcement and first responders in a more informal and positive setting. It’s an annual community-building campaign that promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie to make our neighborhoods safer, more caring places to live. Most National Night Out…

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White Marlin Open Begins Monday – 334 Boats Taking Part

The 53rd Annual White Marlin Open begins on Monday. Anglers have been in arriving in Ocean City in preparation for the ‘worlds largest billfishing tournament.’ Last year’s tournament saw 282 boats and over 3000 contestants – and over $7.24-million in prize money was awarded – with the top prize – of $3.9-million for a 72-pound…

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The Patriot Weekly – July 19, 2026

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The Patriot Weekly, Sunday, July 19, 2026 BY PATRIOTS, FOR PATRIOTS The Patriot Weekly Where DELMARVA Meets The Nation Sunday, July 19, 2026  ·  Published by DTD Media  ·  The Talk of DELMARVA’s 92.7 and 98.5, WGMD.com and RealNewsTalk.com The Cover Story DELMARVA Under the Smoke A week that began as a heat emergency ended…

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The Patriot Weekly – July 12, 2026

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The Patriot Weekly — July 12, 2026 The Patriot Weekly By Patriots, For Patriots Where DELMARVA Meets The Nation SUNDAY DIGITAL EDITION  ·  JULY 12, 2026  ·  DTD MEDIA · THE TALK OF DELMARVA’S 92.7 & 98.5  ·  ISSUE NO. 4 Story of the Week · Delaware Politics Meyer Pulls $35 Million From the Bond…

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The Patriot Weekly – June 28, 2026

DTD MEDIA • WGMD • THE TALK OF DELMARVA • REALNEWSTALK.COM THE PATRIOT WEEKLY Where DELMARVA Continues the Conversation Issue No. 2 • Sunday, June 28, 2026 This Edition Presented By WGMD • THE TALK OF DELMARVA 92.7 & 98.5 • DTD MEDIA • RealNewsTalk.com Jump Menu: Editor’s Brief DELMARVA Report Delaware Politics Maryland Politics…

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Gov Wes Moore Continues “Delivering for Maryland” Tour on the Eastern Shore

Gov Wes Moore ended his 2-day “Delivering for Maryland” tour through Worcester and Wicomico Counties. The Governor says that throughout his tour – he’s seen the real results his administration’s investments are making in each community. He is committed to working in partnership with every county to build stronger, more vibrant communities that leave no…

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Ravens Roosts Parade Saturday Morning in Ocean City

The Baltimore Ravens Roosts Parade will take place Saturday morning in Ocean City. The parade will move up the southbound lanes of Baltimore Avenue from 15th Street to 26th / 29th Street. The southbound lanes will be blocked off beginning around 8am as the parade line-up begins. The parade begins at 10 and will last till…

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MD State Highway Administration To Temporarily Close US 50 (Harry W. Kelley Memorial Bridge) In Worcester County

The Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration will begin rehabilitation work on the US 50 (Ocean Gateway) Harry W Kelley Memorial Bridge over the Sinepuxent Bay in Ocean City on Monday January 5th.  Drivers can expect occasional daytime single-lane closures initially– beginning January 5th and continuing through January 20th. A total closure and detour will…

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No Kings Protests Saturday Around Delmarva

No Kings protests are taking place Saturday in several locations in Delaware and Maryland. These are non-confrontational protests against what the organizers describe as authoritarian policies of Donald Trump and corruption in his administration. This is at least the second round of No Kings protests – with similar protests occurring in mid-June nationwide – as…

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UPDATE #3: Ocean City Monitoring Weekend Coastal Storm & Flooding

UPDATE #3 – 10/12/25 – Town of Ocean City Provides Weather and Flooding Update #3 The Town of Ocean City’s Emergency Management Department, along with Town officials, have continued to closely monitor the ongoing coastal storm.   According to the National Weather Service, the following update has been provided for Ocean City residents and visitors:…

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Berlin Angler Sets New Maryland Record for Longfin Albacore

A Berlin angler has set a new state record for longfin albacore for the Atlantic Division. Maryland Department of Natural Resources officials say Marc Spagnola of Berlin was fishing out of Ocean City on a private boat Instigator and on September 21st Spagnola hooked a 78-pound longfin albacore – which surpassed the previous record, set…

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UPDATED: Trump Administration Files Friday to Vacate Approvals for US Wind Project Off Coast of Ocean City

UPDATED – 09/13/25 – Maryland First District Congressman Andy Harris applauds the Trump Administration for formal filing on Friday to vacate the Biden Administration’s approval of the US Wind Offshore project off the coast of Ocean City. Harris says the filing in the US District Court for the District of Maryland marks a major development…

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After Erin

FLOODING REPORTED BY DelDOT: LONG NECK: Long Neck Road – from Pot Nets Road to Massey’s Landing is closed LEWES: East Savannah Road – from Angler’s Road to Massachusetts Ave is closed MILTON: Front Street – between Cave Neck Rd & Walnut Street is closed ——————————– Rehoboth Beach – Red flags are still flying at…

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Federal Gov’t Seeks Deadline Extension to Reconsider US Wind Construction & Operations Plan and Seek Remand in Ocean City’s Federal Lawsuit

The Federal Government now plans to reconsider approvals to the US Wind Construction and Operations Plan (COP) and seek a voluntary remand in Ocean City’s Maryland Federal District Court lawsuit which seeks to overturn the US Department of Interior’s COP approval. The Federal Government filing on July 28 in Delaware Federal District Court comes in…

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Gov Moore Delivers Keynote Address at 2025 Maryland Municipal League Summer Conference in Ocean City

The 2025 Maryland Municipal League Summer Conference is underway in Ocean City. Governor Wes Moore delivered his third keynote address as governor this morning. The governor’s address highlighted the Moore-Miller Administration’s work this year to respond to crisis and deliver results for Maryland families in partnership with state and local leaders. This conference is dedicated…

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Ocean City, MD Implements New Tent & Beach Canopy Regulations to Enhance Safety and Accessibility

The Town of Ocean City, MD has officially passed new beach regulations prohibiting tents and limiting canopy use on its beaches, effective immediately. This ordinance aims to enhance safety, improve visibility, and ensure a more enjoyable experience for all beachgoers.  Under the new policy, tents—defined as any structure with sides—are no longer permitted on Ocean…

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Ravens Roost Parade Saturday on Baltimore Ave in Ocean City

The Ravens Roost Convention takes place this week in Ocean City. You’ll see lots of purple in town. Saturday is the Ravens Roost Parade in the southbound lanes on Baltimore Avenue. Watch for lane closures and detours between 15th and 29th Streets. Ocean City Police tell the Talk of Delmarva that lineup for the parade…

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Ocean City Mayor Meehan Responds to Latest MOU from US Wind to Fishermen

A Memorandum Of Understanding (MOU) between US Wind and the Maryland Department of Natural Resources with commercial fishermen in Ocean City has received a cold shoulder from the Waterman’s Association. According to US Wind, they have proposed $20-million to support commercial fishing under and MOU reached with the Maryland Department of Natural Resources and also…

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VIDEO: Dead Whale Stuck on Sandbar in Ocean City’s Back Bay

Video courtesy of Fish in OC A dead and decomposing whale has become stranded on a sandbar in Ocean City’s back bay. Fish in OC’s Scott Lenox says the whale is stuck in just a few inches of water in the area off Harbour Island and Purnell Island.   No additional information is available.  

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Bridge Repairs to Resume over Sinepuxent Bay in Ocean City, MD January 3rd

The Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration will continue long-term repairs to the US 50 (Harry W. Kelley Memorial Bridge) over the Sinepuxent Bay in Ocean City, Worcester County next week. Beginning Friday January 3rd, crews will work 24 hours a day on the machinery room areas of the drawspan, necessitating roadway, sidewalk, and marine…

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