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DE July Labor Review Shows Decline in Unemployment
Unemployment in Delaware dropped slightly from June to July from 4.9% in June to 4.8% in July – the fourth straight month that the rate declined. However in Sussex County unemployment dropped from 4.7% in June to 4.3% in July even surpassing July of 2025 where the rate was 4.4%. The national unemployment average also…
Read MoreThe Patriot Weekly – August 16, 2026
The Patriot Weekly — Midday Review — August 16, 2026 The Patriot Weekly · Sunday, August 16, 2026 · DELMARVA Edition ★ By Patriots, For Patriots ★ The Patriot Weekly Where DELMARVA Meets The Nation Sunday ★ August 16, 2026 ★ Midday Edition ★ Issue No. 9…
Read MoreHazmat Response to Broadkill Beach after Radioactive Object Washed Ashore
Emergency personnel and hazmat units were called to Broadkill Beach Monday afternoon just before 5 after a beachgoer found an object that washed up on the beach that had the word “radioactive” engraved on it! DNREC officials report that trace-level radiation was detected from the object which was secured in consult with the Division of…
Read MoreSussex County Property Tax Bills On the Way
Sussex County property tax bills are headed to tax payers. The bills for the 2027 fiscal year total about $218-million in tax revenue for an estimated 206,000 parcels in the county, with revenue collected funding a variety of local public services. Payment is due by September 30. Click here to see your tax billing For…
Read MoreThe Patriot Weekly – August 2, 2026
The Patriot Weekly · Sunday, August 2, 2026 · DELMARVA Edition The Patriot Weekly — Sunday, August 2, 2026 DELMARVA Report Delaware Politics Maryland Politics & Eastern Shore Government Public Safety National Affairs Economy & Business DELMARVA Agriculture & Markets Military & Veterans Pictures of the Week Week Ahead Source Library Reporting and Source Acknowledgments…
Read MoreInvestigation into Multi-County Theft Investigation Leads to 1 Arrest on Drug Offenses
A month-long investigation into retail thefts throughout Wicomico County has led to the arrest of a Salisbury man on multiple drug offenses on Friday, July 17th. Detectives identified 57 year old Mark Jones of Salisbury as the primary suspect in numerous retail theft incidents in Wicomico County – as well as in Sussex, Worcester and…
Read MoreThe Patriot Weekly – July 19, 2026
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…
Read MoreSussex County Unemployment Increased, Statewide Unemployment Dropped Slightly
Unemployment in Delaware statewide has dropped from 5.1% in May to 4.9% in June, however Sussex County saw an increase from 4.1% in May to 4.7% in June. Delaware’s numbers are outpacing the national average which dropped a tenth of a percentage to 4.2% in June. The largest over-the-year job increases from June of 2025…
Read MoreOHS Releases DUI Checkpoint Results, Reinforces Ongoing Efforts to Reduce Impaired Driving
The Delaware Office of Highway Safety (OHS) has announced the results of a Driving Under the Influence (DUI) Checkpoint held on Friday, July 10th in Sussex County. The chekpoint was conducted in partnership with the Delaware State police and local law enforcement agencies across the state. A total of 983 vehicles passed through the checkpoint,…
Read MoreSussex County Pulls 2 Land Use Applications Following Passage of Senate Bill 23
Two land use applications for cluster subdivisions before the Planning and Zoning Commission this week have been pulled from consideration after the passage and adoption of Senate Bill 23 by the Delaware General Assembly. County officials says that the legislation has left in question the process of development approvals and local control. SB 23 makes…
Read MoreSussex County Announces Cooling Stations for Wednesday through Friday
County officials on Tuesday, July 14, announced that several facilities will once again serve as ‘cooling stations’ through Friday, July 17, as National Weather Service forecasters predict another round of extreme heat – though not as intense as the spell during the July Fourth weekend – to affect the region. A heat advisory is in effect for…
Read MoreDHSS Offers Cooling Centers as Extreme Heat Returns – Wednesday through Friday
With temperatures hitting above 90 degrees for multiple days in a row, the Delaware Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS) has activated its cooling centers for those who need relief from the heat. DHSS facilities are now open as cooling centers starting Wednesday, June 15th and will also be open on Thursday, June 16th…
Read MoreThe Patriot Weekly – July 12, 2026
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…
Read MoreDUI Checkpoint Somewhere in Sussex County Friday Night
There will be a DUI checkpoint in Sussex County on Friday, July 10. This is part of the ongoing effort to reduce impaired driving and keep roadways safe during the summer travel season. Delaware law enforcement agencies across the state will take part in partnership with the Office of Highway Safety, who remind you that…
Read MoreResidential Structure Fire Near Laurel Caused by Lightning Strike
Firefighters from Laurel were called to a residence on Trussum Pond Road for a fire around 10 Saturday night. Firefighters arriving at the scene found a 2-story home with heavy fire showing from the roof and second floor. All residents were able to escape without injury and the home was equipped with working smoke detectors.…
Read MoreDART Service for July 4th – Sussex County Beach Bus & Route 305 will Operate
DART will offer bus service in New Castle County on Routes 2, 4, 5, 6, 9, 13, 15, 33, 40, 64; all routes will operate a Sunday schedule. Paratransit service will operate complimentary ADA-only service. In Sussex County, the Beach Bus services and Route 305 will operate on Independence Day, with Paratransit operating complimentary ADA-only service. All other DART…
Read MoreState Grants-in-Aid Fund Fire, EMS, and Senior Programs
In the early hours of July 1st, the Senate approved the $99.4 million Fiscal Year 2027 Grants-in-Aid bill, securing essential services funding to support the operation of senior centers, nonprofit organizations, fire companies, and veterans organizations throughout the First State. The bill includes more than $22 million for statewide paramedic services, $15.5 million for fire…
Read MoreDHSS Opens Cooling Stations at State Service Centers Today thru July 2
The Delaware Department of Health and Social Services is opening cooling enters to provide residents with a safe place to escape the heat as a stretch of dangerously hot and humid weather arrives on Delmarva. DHSS cooling centers will be open in all three counties from today through July 2 from 8:30am to 4:30pm. These…
Read MoreThe 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…
Read MoreStorms Cross Delmarva with Thunderstorm & Tornado Warnings
The mid-shore of Maryland was hard hit as storms moved across Delmarva Monday night. The storms arrived amid severe thunderstorm watches and warnings and several tornado warnings – one in Dorchester County, another for Caroline and Talbot Counties and one for Sussex County. Strong thunderstorms with lightening, wind and heavy rain. All three power companies…
Read MoreCooling Centers Activated in Delaware to Provide Relief from the Heat
With temperatures hitting above 90 degrees for multiple days in a row, the Delaware Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS) has activated its cooling centers for those who need relief from the heat. DHSS facilities are now open as cooling centers starting today, June 10th and will also be open on June 11th and…
Read MoreUnemployment in DE & Sussex County Lower in April
Unemployment in April fell a tenth of a percent from 5.4% in March to 5.3% in April while the national level remained the same at 4.3%. In Sussex County unemployment fell from 5.3% in March to 4.9% in April. The Department of Labor shows there were 27,100 unemployed Delawareans in April 2026 compared to 22,900…
Read MoreSussex County DUI Checkpoint Friday Postponed
The Delaware Office of Highway Safety and law enforcement across Delaware have postponed a DUI checkpoint originally scheduled for tonight in Sussex County because of the expected inclement weather. This is for the safety of both law enforcement officers and motorists – however this DUI checkpoint will be rescheduled.
Read MoreSussex County’s Mike Miller Announces Run for State Treasurer
Mike Miller of Lewes has announced that he will seek the Democratic nomination for State Treasurer. Miller has over 30 years of hands-on experience in finance and small business and is the owner and operator of Miller’s Lawn Services and Taxman Accounting Services for over 32 years. Miller is a two-time Democratic nominee for the…
Read MoreSussex County Unveils New Bookmobile
Sussex County officials have unveiled a new bookmobile, replacing a 33-foot 1988 model that had been one of the oldest still in service. The new 28-foot 2025 Turtle Top Terra Transit cost about $313,000 and is more fuel-efficient, easier to maneuver, and no longer requires a commercial driver’s license to operate. County leaders say the…
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