Legislation that Amends Delaware Medical Marijuana Act Passes Senate

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Legislation that has passed the Delaware Senate amends the Delaware Medical Marijuana Act by removing the requirement that a patient have a debilitating medical condition to qualify for a registry identification card. Instead, it allows health-care providers to make the determination of whether a patient has a diagnosed medical condition for which the patient would…

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Delaware State Police S.O.A.R. Searching for Wanted Sex Offenders

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The Delaware State Police Sex Offender Apprehension and Registration Unit (S.O.A.R.) is currently looking for several wanted sex offenders after they either failed to register or re-register at their current address. Anyone who knows the location of these individuals listed at the link below should call 302-672-5306. Information may also be provided by contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers…

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Delaware State Police Arrest Two New Yorkers for Identity Theft

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Delaware State Police have arrested two New York men for trying to buy items using stolen IDs and fake credit cards at the Music and Arts Specialty Store on South Dupont Highway in Camden. On March 26th at about 1 p.m., troopers arrived and saw the two later identified as Richard Morgan and Trevin Griffith–both…

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Governor Moore Announces Initial $60 Million Request to Biden Administration for Francis Scott Key Bridge Response

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The Maryland Department of Transportation has requested an initial emergency relief funding of $60 million from the Biden Administration to pay for initial mobilization, operations and debris recovery from the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore. Governor Wes Moore made the announcement today. Officials say the request, made from the Maryland Department…

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Rep. Longhurst Bill to Curb Healthcare Cost Growth Released from Committee

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The House Administration Committee has released legislation aimed at managing the alarming rise of healthcare costs by establishing greater oversight of hospitals. Sponsored by House Speaker Valerie Longhurst, House Bill 350 (S) would address Delaware’s escalating hospital spending by creating the Diamond State Hospital Cost Review Board. The board would be tasked with ensuring that any changes to…

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DelDOT Traffic Alert: Upcoming Road Closures in Sussex County

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DelDOT has announced the closure of John Cooper Road between Susan Beach Highway and Columbia Road in the Laurel area– all day on Friday, April 5th (weather permitting) for the installation of a crossroad pipe. Trap Pond Road between Substation Road and Whaleys Corner Road in the Georgetown area will be closed starting on Friday, April 5th through Monday, April 8th (weather permitting)–also…

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Delaware Teachers Named Finalists for National Mathematics Teaching Award

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The Delaware Department of Education has named four Delaware teachers as state finalists for the 2024 Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching (PAEMST), the highest recognition that K-12 STEM teachers can receive for outstanding teaching in the United States. Finalists’ applications will now move forward to the national level for final selection…

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Mosquito Control Spray Announcement: Downstate Aerial Larviciding

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Weather permitting; DNREC’s Delaware Mosquito Control Section plans an insecticide application for mosquito larvae located in flooded forested wetland habitats. This application could take place during the daylight hours tomorrow Friday, March 29th through Monday, April 1st via helicopter. The Application to control mosquito larvae will take place In Woodside, Ellendale, and Selbyville—also nearSeaford, Blades, Frankford, Ocean View, and Rehoboth…

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Dover Police Investigating Robbery in Capital Inn Parking Lot

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Dover Police are investigating a robbery that occurred in the parking lot of the Capital Inn early yesterday morning. Dover Police were called about 2 a.m. Police say a 53 year-old Dover man was in the parking lot of the Capital Inn when he was approached by four black males. One of the individuals punched…

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Hit-And-Run Work Zone Crash in Wicomico County Leads to Pursuit and Arrest of Marion Station, MD Man

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Maryland State Police are investigating a hit-and-run crash and vehicle pursuit that occurred yesterday morning in Wicomico County. The incident occurred in the area of Airport Road adjacent to Salisbury Regional Airport. According to investigators, the driver of a Jeep, identified as 27-year-old Jamal Scarborough, of Marion Station, Maryland, accelerated his vehicle, ran over the…

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Raccoon Tests Positive for Rabies in Willards

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A raccoon has tested positive for rabies in the area of Bethel Road and New Hope Road in Willards, MD. The Wicomico County Health Department is advising all residents to be aware of their surroundings and avoid contact with all wild or stray animals.  Additional Information from the Wicomico County Health Department: Rabies is a preventable viral…

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Scotton Landing Boat Ramp Reopens for Spring

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The Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC) has reopened the boat ramp facility at Scotton Landing (also known as Barkers Landing) on the St. Jones River, and located off Trap Shooters Road near Magnolia, following reconstruction that started in November 2023. The Scotton Landing project features a new boat ramp and courtesy…

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UPDATED: Key Bridge Collapse – Recovery Efforts This Morning

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UPDATED 3/27/24–9 p.m.–Fox News reports that according to Maryland authorities, two bodies have been recovered. Divers found a red pickup truck submerged under approximately 25 feet water in the middle span of the bridge and found two bodies trapped inside. Maryland State Police Superintendent Roland Butler identified the victims as 35-year-old Alejandro Hernandez Fuentes, of…

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DE State Police Investigating Fatal Two-Vehicle Crash Near Houston, DE

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An 85-year-old woman from Magnolia is dead after a two-vehicle crash in the area of Broad Street and Milford-Harrington Highway near Houston, Delaware yesterday evening. According to police, for reasons under investigation, the 85-year-old woman, who was driving a Kia Sportage, didn’t remain stopped at the stop sign and entered the intersection directly into the…

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Childcare Employee Indicted on 90 Criminal Charges Following Child Abuse Investigation

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A woman who worked at the Berlin Education Station Childcare Center is facing 90 criminal violations following an investigation by the WCSO Criminal Bureau of Investigation into child abuse that occurred at the facility. According to the Worcester County Sheriff’s Office, video surveillance footage from the classroom appeared to show Heather Ward causing injuries to an…

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UPDATE: Temporary Closure of the Woodland Ferry

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UPDATE From DelDOT 3/27/24: 7:00 a.m.– The Woodland Ferry is to remain closed due to flooding in the area. Travelers will need to seek alternate routes. Previous Post: The Woodland Ferry will be closed on Friday, March 22nd, according to DelDOT. The ferry will resume normal operations on Monday, March 25th.

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Second Person Arrested in Connection with 2023 Murder in Wicomico County

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Maryland State Police have arrested a Salisbury teen in connection with a shooting in which another teen was killed and another man injured last year in Wicomico County. Police say Cashmir Holbrook is charged as an adult with first-degree murder, attempted first-degree murder and related charges in connection to the fatal shooting of 16-year-old Ja’siah…

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UPDATED: Cape School District Voters have Denied a Referendum Vote to Raise Taxes

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03/26/24 – 10pm – Cape Henlopen School District voters have denied a referendum vote to increase the tax rate to cover costs for current operating expenses and issue bonds for major capital projects. There were 3,613 votes for the referendum and 4,274 votes against. The referendum will be certified on Thursday. ========================================= 03/26/24 – 11:25am…

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Dover PD Arrest 3 During Drug & Firearm Investigation

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Three men have been arrested by Dover Police on drug and firearm charges after a traffic stop on Monday. Police were conducting a drug and firearm investigation in the area of The Depot on Forest Street when they contacted a vehicle in the parking lot of the score occupied by 22 year old Deontray Watson,…

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Dover Man Arrested for Robbery

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A Dover man has been arrested for robbery after an incident Monday evening. Dover Police were called for a shoplifting at Boscov’s and learned from an employee that 31 year old Tre’avon Anderson of Dover concealed merchandise from the store and left without paying for it. When an employee confronted him, Anderson punched the employee…

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DOC Expanding Enhanced Mail Screening

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The Delaware Department of Correction is expanding its enhanced mail screening system to all state prison facilities in April. This will improve mail security and eliminate mail contraband. The system features off-site electronic mail screening and color reproduction that allows prison facilities to receive incoming mail addressed to incarcerated individuals without the risk of contraband…

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