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Carper 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 MoreBerlin teen convicted of murder in Wicomico County
A Berlin teen has been convicted of second-degree murder. 16-year-old Vershawn Hudson-Crawford was convicted was convicted in the second-degree murder death on Tuesday of 17-year-old Dehaven Nichols, also of Berlin, according to the Worcester County State’s Attorney’s Office. In May of 2019, Hudson-Crawford and his mother drove to the Berlin Police Department where he told…
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 MoreDEC and Constellation Complete Expansion of Sussex County Solar Farm
Delaware Electric Cooperative and Constellation have completed work to nearly double the size of the Co-op’s Bruce A. Henry Solar Farm in Sussex County. Seventeen acres of new solar panels began producing clean, renewable energy for DEC members in early January. Constellation, an Exelon company, built the 4.2 MW addition to the Cooperative’s Sussex County…
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 MoreCaesar Rodney High student arrested for bringing gun to school
19-year-old girl struck by gunfire during brawl in Felton
A 19-year-old girl is fighting for her life after she was shot in the middle of a brawl in Felton. According to the Delaware State Police Department, the incident occurred just before 6 p.m., Sunday as troopers were dispatched to the 1300 block of Barney Jenkins Road in Felton, for reports of multiple shots being…
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 MoreLa Quetzalteca restaurant in Georgetown closed for roaches, rodent droppings, and other food safety hazards
La Quetzalteca restaurant in Georgetown has been closed for gross unsanitary conditions following a complaint that led to the discovery of roaches, large rodent droppings, and numerous food safety hazards. Following a complaint, inspectors with the Delaware Division of Public Health’s Office of Food Protection ordered the immediate closure of the restaurant last week after…
Read MoreMountaire Farms first in the nation to become One Health Certified
Governor Hogan introduces bills to combat violent crime in Maryland
Governor Larry Hogan has introduced a series of legislation to combat violent crime in Maryland. The Governor’s crime package, which he first announced last month at a press conference in Baltimore City, includes tougher sentences for violent offenders who commit crimes with guns, stronger penalties for those who intimidate witnesses, and more transparency to hold…
Read MoreUPDATED: Incumbents Win in Greenwood Town Council Election
UPDATED 1/20/20 10:30am – Town officials tell WGMD that the three incumbents have been re-elected, however no actual election results have been provided. According to the Town Clerk, Norman Reed, William Russell and Donald Torbert will each serve another 2 years on the council. The winners will be sworn in at the February 4th Town…
Read MoreShooting investigation underway in Felton
Delaware State Police are investigating a shots fired complaint in Felton. The incident occurred shortly before 6 p.m., Sunday when Troopers were dispatched to the 1300 block of Barney Jenkins Road in Felton, for reports of multiple shots being fired. There is no word on any injuries or suspects at this time. The investigation is…
Read More‘Real ID’ Needed by October 1st in Delaware
If your Delaware Driver’s License or ID credential doesn’t have a gold star in the top right corner, beginning October 1st you will not be able to board a domestic flight without additional identifying information, you may be denied entry into federal buildings and more!  The option to update their credential by October 1st is…
Read MoreFire Damages Salisbury Home
MLK Parade in Lewes Saturday – Cancelled
The Martin Luther King Jr, Parade in Lewes today hosted by the United Church of Christ has been cancelled. Line up was to begin at 10am at the Lewes School/Sussex Consortium – with the parade stepping off at 11 this morning down Savannah Road.
Read MoreUPDATED: DSP Arrest Laurel Man for Felony Assault
UPDATED 1-18-20 9am – Delaware State Police have arrested a Laurel man wanted for a felony assault that occurred on January 3 at a block party in Bridgeville. Police say 48 year old Kenneth Greene turned himself in at Troop 4 where he was charged with felony assault. Police say a 28 year old woman…
Read MoreIRSD Middle Schooler Semifinalist in NASA’s “Name the Rover” Contest
A student from the Southern Delaware School of the Arts has been selected as a semifinalist for the Mars 2020 “Name the Rover” contest being held by NASA.  An essay by Indian River School District middle schooler Hailey Mack of Ocean View, suggested the name “Ingenuity” and her entry was selected as the Delaware middle…
Read More235th CEIT Class Graduates at DOC
Bridgeville Man Sentenced for Murder
A Bridgeville man has been sentenced in a May 2018 murder. A jury found 30 year old McArthur Risper guilty last month in the murder of 41 year old Corey Bailey of Bridgeville. Bailey was talking with a friend on Mill Park Drive when Risper got out of a car and shot him. Risper has…
Read MoreBVSPCA to Receive 30 Dogs from Puerto Rico Sunday in Georgetown
The Brandywine Valley SPCA will receive 30 dogs as part of an emergency evacuation of pets from Puerto Rico after earthquakes damaged some shelters and left other locations euthanizing highly adoptable animals due to lack of food and water. The flight should arrive late Sunday morning. All the dogs are vetted and have been health…
Read MoreDelmar Man Convicted in 2017 Robbery
A Delmar man has been convicted by a Wicomico County jury of armed robbery and robbery. Officials say 29 year old Patric Vetra robbed the Corner Market in Delmar, Maryland on December 14, 2017. During the incident, Vetra showed a handgun tucked into his waistband. He left with about $300 from the register. Vetra was…
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