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Talk of Delmarva Picture of the Day

By Mari Lou / March 26, 2026

SA Harrison – Millsboro – Baywood. Click for full view

UPDATE: Victim Identified; DSP Investigating Fatal Pedestrian Crash West of Milford Monday Night

By Mari Lou / March 25, 2026

UPDATE 03/25/26: The Delaware State Police has identified 74-year-old Richard Bielawski of Harrington, Delaware, as the man who died in a pedestrian hit-and-run crash on Monday in Milford. The Delaware State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit continues to investigate this crash.  Original Post: A hit and run crash west of Milford Monday night just after 8 has turned…

Candidates Forum for Ocean View Town Council Election – for Mayor and District 1

By Mari Lou / March 25, 2026

The Ocean View Town Council election will be held on Saturday, April 11 – the polls will be open at the Community Center from 8am to 5pm.  Councilman Jay Tyminski is running unopposed for the District 3 seat.  

Talk of Delmarva Picture of the Day

By Mari Lou / March 25, 2026

Barb Moulinier – Rehoboth Beach – Harbor of Refuge Light at sunset. Click for full view

Wicomico County Open Air Burn at Newland Park Landfill on Wednesday, March 25

By Mari Lou / March 24, 2026

The Solid Waste Division (weather dependent) plans to commence with a MD-DNR Forest Service permit-authorized Open-Air Burn of post-storm brush, on Wednesday, March 25 on County owned property behind the Newland Park Landfill. Solid Waste Division staff will perform all necessary controls, and appropriate local first responders have been notified. For questions, please call our…

Mosquito Control to Spray for Mosquito Larvae Downstate during Daylight Hours Wednesday

By Mari Lou / March 24, 2026

Weather permitting; the Delaware Mosquito Control Section plans the following insecticide application for mosquito larvae located in flooded forested wetland habitats. This application could take place during the daylight hours on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, via helicopter (registration numbers N2268W and/or N862W). Application of Vectobac12AS (liquid BTI) to control mosquito larvae in the following areas: In Woodside. Near Dagsboro, Fenwick…

Two Arrested on Felony Drug Charges in Georgetown

By Mari Lou / March 24, 2026

Members of the Sussex County Drug Unit, Sussex County Governor’s Task Force, SORT and Georgetown Police executed a search warrant at a property on East North Street in Georgetown last Friday. This was the result of an investigation of 24 year old Jahlier Pettyjohn for the distribution of illegal narcotics from the residence. During the…

UPDATED: Virtual Public Hearing for DNREC Proposed Standalone Total Fish Length Regulation – Wednesday, March 25

By Mari Lou / March 24, 2026

UPDATED – 03/24/26 – DNREC’s Division of Fish and Wildlife will hold a virtual public hearing Wednesday, March 25, at 6pm to consider comments from the public on a proposed regulation detailing the definition of total fish length. The proposed amendments may be inspected online at http://regulations.delaware.gov/services/current_issue.shtml or in-person, by appointment only, by contacting responsible staff John…

South Bethany Municipal Election Canceled – 1 Council Seat Remains Vacant

By Mari Lou / March 24, 2026

There will be no election in South Bethany on May 9th. The Board of Elections has confirmed the candidates who filed for mayor and two of the three Council seats. Edie Dondero will return to the Mayor’s office. Steven Gallagher and incumbent Robert Shields will take two of the three open seats on the Council.…

Worcester County Traffic Alert: Holly Grove Road Closure Wednesday, March 25

By Mari Lou / March 24, 2026

Holly Grove Road from Samuel Bowen Boulevard to Sinepuxent Road will be closed this Wednesday, March 25, while County Roads Division crews work to clear downed trees and debris from the shoulder of the roadway that fell during the recent snowstorm. “Closing the roadway will allow us to work much more efficiently and safely,” Roads…

Dover Man Arrested for 4 Burglaries in 2 Day in Dover

By Mari Lou / March 24, 2026

Dover Police have made an arrest in four burglaries that occurred in the early morning hours of March 21st and 22nd. Police were called to Pizza Time at 4:15am on March 21st, Lana Nails at 1:22am, Restaurante El Gallito at 1:45am and Off the Top Barber at 1:45am on March 22nd. Investigation identified a silver…

Millsboro Man Dead after Single Vehicle Crash Near Georgetown

By Mari Lou / March 24, 2026

A Millsboro man is dead after a single vehicle crash on Zoar Road near Georgetown just after 5 Sunday evening. Delaware State Police say a pickup truck driven by 23 year old William Chilel-Ramirez of Millsboro was eastbound on Zoar Road west of Governor Stockley Road and failed to navigate a curve. The pickup traveled into…

Flags Ordered to Half-Staff to Honor Former State Senator Nancy Cook

By Mari Lou / March 24, 2026

Delaware is mourning the death of former State Senator Nancy Cook who passed away on Monday – she was 89. Governor Matt Meyer has ordered all flags at state buildings and facilities to be flown at half-staff to honor Senator Cook’s life and legacy. Cook served the 15th District from 1974 until 2010. She was…

Talk of Delmarva Picture of the Day

By Mari Lou / March 24, 2026

Clayton Bailey – Sunset Mardela Springs. Click for full view

Sussex County Inspector Injured in Industrial Accident in Lewes

By Mari Lou / March 23, 2026

Just after noon Monday, Lewes emergency personnel were called for a report of an industrial accident in the area of Savannah Road near Bayview Medical Drive. Delaware State Police say that preliminary investigation revealed that a Sussex County Inspector, a 75 year old man from Dover, was standing near an excavator when it swing –…

Residents Invited to Review the Draft 2026 Worcester County Comprehensive Plan

By Mari Lou / March 23, 2026

The Worcester County Planning Commission submitted the draft Comprehensive Plan to the State of Maryland on March 4th. The plan will undergo a 60-day review. County residents are encouraged to review and provide feedback on the draft 2026 Comp Plan and Land Use Map, which is a guiding document that will shape the County’s future…

Confirmed Rabid Skunk Found Off Route 50 West of Berlin

By Mari Lou / March 23, 2026

Worcester County Health Department advises that a confirmed rabid skunk has been found off Route 50 in the area of Tall Timber Road west of Berlin. Health officials remind you that if you, your family or pets have had contact with the rabid skunk – contact the County Health Department’s Office of Environmental Health immediately…

Two Vehicle Crash Sunday Night Near Salisbury Sends 6 to Area Hospitals

By Mari Lou / March 23, 2026

A two-vehicle crash Sunday evening just before 7 sent 6 people to area hospitals. Maryland State Police say the driver of a Toyota failed to stop for a red light at Route 50 and White Lowe Road west of Salisbury and collided with a Fiesta which was attempting to make a left turn from eastbound…

DOJ Announces Arrest of Delmar Officer in Stalking, Unlawful Sexual Contact Investigations

By Mari Lou / March 23, 2026

A Delmar Police officer has been arrested for official misconduct and unlawful sexual contact, stalking and offensive touching. The Attorney General’s office say the arrest of Darrell Powell comes after an investigation by Seaford Police who learned that Powell responded to a shoplifting call at a Delmar grocery story on January 7, 2026. While there…

Downstate Daytime Mosquito Larvae Spraying Tuesday

By Mari Lou / March 23, 2026

Weather permitting; the Delaware Mosquito Control Section plans the following insecticide application for mosquito larvae located in flooded forested wetland habitats. This application could take place during the daylight hours on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, via helicopter (registration numbers N2268W and/or N862W). Application of Vectobac12AS (liquid BTI) to control mosquito larvae in the following areas: In Georgetown and Woodside. Near…

Altercation at Bally’s in Dover Ends in Charges

By Mari Lou / March 23, 2026

Investigation into an altercation at a craps table a Dover’s Bally’s Casino on March 14th has resulted in assault and weapons charges. Investigators with the Division of Gaming Enforcement determined that after a male patron struck a female patron in the face with currency, she drew a handgun and struck him in the face –…

TidalHealth Peninsula Regional Launches New Visitor Management System

By Mari Lou / March 23, 2026

TidalHealth Peninsula Regional Hospital has implemented a new visitor management system – effective today! If you enter the hospital through the Frank B. Hanna Main Entrance or the Guerrieri Heart & Vascular Institute entrance – you must check in at the welcome desk and get a visitor badge – which must be displayed at all…

DSP Arrest Two for Burglaries at Harrington Farm

By Mari Lou / March 23, 2026

Two people have been arrested in connection with several incidents at a farm in Harrington. Delaware State Police were called to a farm on Woodyard Road south of Harrington for a burglary in November of last year. Police say the suspects entered a barn and chicken house – took copper wiring and stole additional equipment…

DuPont Nature Center near Milford to Open for 2026 Season April 1st

By Mari Lou / March 23, 2026

The DuPont Nature Center at the Mispillion Harbor Reserve near Milford will reopen for the 2026 season on Wednesday, April 1. During April the Center will be open from 9am to 4pm Wednesdays and Saturdays. In May the Center will be open Tuesday through Saturday through August. DNREC officials say that this year the nature…

UPDATED: Millsboro Man Arrested on Murder Charges

By Mari Lou / March 23, 2026

UPDATED – 03/23/26 – Delaware State Police has identified 72 year old Patricia Sulecki of Millsboro as the victim who was killed by her son on Thursday in Millsboro.  The investigation remains ongoing, and detectives are asking anyone with information about this case to contact Detective D. Patterson at 302-365-8471 or Crime Stoppers at 800-847-3333.. ================================================ ORIGINAL STORY…