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Snow Hill Woman Wanted for Burglary, Home Invasion

By Joe Ciccanti / June 7, 2023
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The Worcester County Sheriff’s Office is looking for Maquia Tene Briddell who is wanted on an active Arrest Warrant– charged with Burglary 1st, 3rd, 4th and Con-Home Invasion. Her last known address was 500-25 Maple Street, Snow Hill, Maryland. Briddell is 41 years old. Her birthday is July 4th, 1981. She is black, 5’05 and…

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Lincoln Man Arrested for DUI, Receiving Stolen Handgun Following Vehicle Pursuit in Smyrna Area

By Joe Ciccanti / June 7, 2023
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Air Quality Alert Issued Across MD Eastern Shore

By Joe Ciccanti / June 7, 2023
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The Maryland Department of Environment has issued an Air Quality alert across Maryland Eastern Shore. An air quality alert means that Fine Particulates concentrations within the region may approach or exceed unhealthy standards. Additional Details from the Wicomico County Health Department:People with heart or lung disease, older adults, children and teens – take any of…

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Two Arrested in Dover on Drug, Firearm Charges

By Joe Ciccanti / June 7, 2023
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Two men both of Dover have each been arrested in separate cases on drug and firearm charges. Police arrested 32-year-old Orlando Batson following a traffic stop Monday afternoon. The investigation began when members of the Drugs, Vice and Organized Crime Unit, along with the Street Crimes Unit, observed Batson downtown in the area of South…

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Threats Made on Facetime Leads to Arrest of Glen Burnie Resident; Lockdown Protocol at UMD Shore Medical Center

By Joe Ciccanti / June 7, 2023
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A 44-year-old Glen Burnie resident has been arrested for displaying a handgun on Facetime and threatening the lives of two individuals. A valid protection order through Caroline County existed between one of the individuals and Martin Jay Coleman. Police yesterday had responded to Washington St. at the University of Maryland Shore Medical Center at Easton,…

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Delaware Child Safety Seat Legislation Passes House

By Joe Ciccanti / June 7, 2023
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Delaware legislation pertaining to child safety seats that was introduced on April 19th has passed the State House. Senate Bill 68 revises the safety seat requirements which currently requires an “appropriate” car seat or booster. This Act removes the existing fine for the first offense and requests law enforcement to provide a referral to the…

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UPDATED: Phone Scam in Maryland Involving Police Impersonators is Again Active

By Joe Ciccanti / June 2, 2023
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Original Story – 03/15/23 – Maryland State Police is warning citizens about a phone scam involving police impersonators. The scam is currently active in Maryland. Citizens have reported that callers contact them claiming to be state troopers or police officers. They try to get financial information or money from the citizens. The impersonator tells them…

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Large Fight Breaks Out at Conclusion of Sussex Central High School Graduation Ceremonies; Charges Pending Against 16-Year-Old

By Joe Ciccanti / June 2, 2023
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UPDATED – 06/02/23 – A second suspect has been charged after a fight at the end of the Sussex Central High School graduation Tuesday night south of Georgetown. Delaware State Police have charged a 16 year old girl with two counts of 3rd degree assault and 1 count of disorderly conduct. She was arraigned at…

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Salisbury Man Sentenced for Attempted Second-Degree Murder and Related Charges

By Joe Ciccanti / June 1, 2023
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Gary DuPont Jr. has been sentenced to 30 years in prison for Attempted Second Degree Murder, Use of a Firearm in a Crime of Violence, and Illegal Possession of a Regulated Firearm. Ten years of his sentence are a mandatory sentence, without the possibility of parole. Gary DuPont Jr. will be placed on five years…

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Dewey Beach Replenishment Update

By Joe Ciccanti / June 1, 2023

UPDATE as of 6/1: Current dune crossing closures include Read Ave. Work is on hold until at least 4:00pm today due to weather concerns. Estimated project completion date is June 7th, weather permitting. UPDATE as of 5/30: All dune crossings are open. Unfavorable ocean conditions are preventing any beach fill or dredging. Crews will resume…

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Winners Announced in DART’s statewide Transit Poster Contest

By Joe Ciccanti / June 1, 2023
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DART has announced the winners of its Annual Statewide Transit Poster Contest.  Four winners will receive prizes from DART and its Business Partners. Over 75 students from schools and/or after-school programs statewide participated in the contest, showcasing their vision of this year’s theme, â€śTransit vs Driving – Go Green with DART”.  Students from 6th through 12th grade were…

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UPDATE: Man Wanted for Assault, Robbery, and Other Crimes–Apprehended

By Joe Ciccanti / June 1, 2023
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UPDATE 6/1/23: Damien Jackson has been apprehended. Original Post: The Worcester County Sheriff’s Office needs your help in locating 40-year-old Damien Richard Jackson who is wanted for 1st and 2nd Degree Assault, Reckless Endangerment, False Imprisonment, Robbery, and Theft of $100 to $1,500. Jackson is a black man, 5’7 and 155 pounds with brown eyes…

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UPDATE: Berlin, MD Man Wanted for Assault, Destruction of Property–Apprehended

By Joe Ciccanti / June 1, 2023
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UPDATE 6/1/23: John Gourley has been apprehended. Original Post: The Worcester County Sheriff’s Office needs your help locating 21-year-old John Zachary Gourley, who is wanted for Assault in the 2nd Degree and Malicious Destruction of Property. Gourley is a White man, 5’6 and 140 lbs. His last known address was 13 Vine Street in Berlin,…

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DelDOT to Convert Georgetown and Millsboro Area Intersections into All Way Stop

By Joe Ciccanti / June 1, 2023
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The intersection of East Trap Pond Road and Hardscrabble Road in the Georgetown area will be converted to an All Way Stop control with new signs and pavement markings, according to the Delaware Department of Transportation (DelDOT). The work will occur starting at 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. on Tuesday, June 13th (weather permitting). The…

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Salisbury Sees Reduction in Part 1 Crimes Since 2012

By Joe Ciccanti / June 1, 2023
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Man Formerly of Salisbury Convicted of Second-Degree Murder for 2017 Slaying of Jaquanta Walton

By Joe Ciccanti / May 31, 2023
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Following a 6-day jury trial, Dionte Dutton, formerly of Salisbury, Maryland, was convicted this week of Second-Degree Murder, First-Degree Assault, along with other criminal charges. Sentencing was postponed allowing for a pre-sentencing investigation to be completed. Dutton will remain in custody pending sentencing. On June 10, 2017, Dionte Dutton got into a confrontation with Jaquanta…

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Worcester County Fire Marshal Investigating Vehicle Arson Fire

By Joe Ciccanti / May 31, 2023
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The Worcester County Fire Marshal’s Office is investigating a vehicle fire in Berlin that happened before 11:00 this morning at the intersection of Mary Road and Sinepuxent Road. Upon arrival, units observed the flames extending throughout the Ford Transit cargo van that was abandoned on the side of the roadway. Crews worked quickly to extinguish…

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24-Year-Old Man Arrested Near Salisbury After Sheriff’s Deputy Catches Him in Apparent Sexual Intercourse With 13-Year-Old

By Joe Ciccanti / May 31, 2023
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A 24-year-old man faces sex offense charges after a Wicomico County Sheriff’s Office Deputy caught him having sex with a 13-year-old. The deputy had responded to the location just outside of Salisbury in reference to a suspicious vehicle. Yesterday, Deric James Rust was arrested and transported to the Wicomico County Detention Center. He was originally…

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Ocean City, Maryland Police Department Continues to Address Concerns Regarding Homeless Population

By Joe Ciccanti / May 31, 2023
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The Ocean City Police Department continues to address concerns in area communities regarding the city’s homeless population. So far in 2023, the Ocean City Police Department has identified 17 individuals experiencing homelessness in the Town of Ocean City. This number fluctuates throughout the year. In 2022, they identified 33 individuals. If you are interested in lending…

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Legislation Introduced to Establish Holistic Health Care for Children

By Joe Ciccanti / May 31, 2023
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Concerns about the spike in mental health challenges among young people have prompted U.S. Senators and Representatives including Tom Carper and Lisa Blunt Rochester to introduce legislation that aims to establish a holistic approach to children’s health care. The bill would allow for the integration of mental and physical health services for children and youth…

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Unnecessary Power Outages Caused by Foil Balloons

By Joe Ciccanti / May 31, 2023
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With all the graduations and outdoor events taking place around this time of year, Delmarva Power is issuing a warning about one thing that can put a damper on your celebration, or on those around you– foil balloons. The balloons, also known as mylar balloons, can wreak havoc on the electric grid. Untethered balloons cause…

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Three License-Free Fishing Days in Maryland Scheduled for 2023

By Joe Ciccanti / May 31, 2023
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All Maryland residents and visitors will get an opportunity to enjoy license-free fishing days on Saturday, June 3rd, Saturday, June 10th, and Tuesday, July 4th. On these days, any individual may catch and possess finfish for recreational purposes in any tidal and nontidal waters of Maryland, according to the state’s Department of Natural Resources. All…

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Traffic Alert: Street Closures Today and Tomorrow in Salisbury for Demolition and Clean Up

By Joe Ciccanti / May 31, 2023

As of 8:30 this morning, Salisbury officials are closing roads in the area of a demolition of condemned property. The time frame of the demolition is today and tomorrow, May 31st and June 1st from 8:30 am to 4 pm. Heavy equipment needs to be onsite for this project which means the City will be…

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First-Ever Delaware Behavioral Health and Criminal Justice Integration Summit

By Joe Ciccanti / May 25, 2023
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The Delaware Judiciary, in partnership with the Delaware Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS), held the first-ever Delaware Behavioral Health and Criminal Justice Integration Summit this week. The purpose of the event was to bring together a broad cross-section of criminal justice, law enforcement and public health professionals to discuss, address and collaborate on…

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Millsboro Man Charged with Drug Dealing in Sussex County

By Joe Ciccanti / May 25, 2023
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A 43-year-old Millsboro man has been arrested for drug dealing following an extended narcotics investigation. Four months ago, detectives from the Sussex County Drug Unit began investigating Sylvester Weaver, who was suspected of dealing drugs in Sussex County. Yesterday, detectives executed a search warrant at Weaver’s home on Jackstone Way in Millsboro. A search of…

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