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Gov Meyer Launches Delaware Commercial Corridor Initiative To Support Small Businesses

By Mari Lou / July 12, 2026

Supporting small business is Governor Meyer’s goal with the launch of the Delaware Commercial Corridor Initiative. This new statewide program is designed to help small businesses improve storefronts, buildings and operations while working to revitalize downtown and commercial districts. Gov. Meyer says the Division of Small Business will invest $4.5-million in state Strategic Fund dollars…

Talk of Delmarva Fishing Report 07/12/26

By Mari Lou / July 12, 2026

User 284190339 · 07-12-26 Fishing Report For once we had good weather on a weekend day and that resulted in some good fishing. Dan at Dan’s Tackle told us spot and croaker were caught from shore at Broadkill Beach on bloodworms and Fishbites. The Broadkill River saw croaker caught on Fishbites. Lewes Harbour Marina said…

You’re Invited to Help Shape the Future of Rehoboth Beach During Charrette Week

By Mari Lou / July 12, 2026

You can be part of the process that helps Rehoboth Beach shape its future during Charrette Week. The City has partnered with Dover, Kohl & Partners for a zoning code update – a crucial step in moving towards the City’s newly-launched, temporarily-named Reimagine Rehoboth Master Planning Initiative. Workshops will take place at the Convention Center…

Talk of Delmarva Picture of the Day

By Mari Lou / July 12, 2026

Sammy Barnes – Ocean City – Homeward bound through the Ocean City inlet at sunset. Click for full view

Over 900 Delawareans Use Sober Ride Program

By Mari Lou / July 11, 2026

Since last Thanksgiving over 900 Delawareans have taken advantage of a sober ride home. The 2025-2026 Sober Rides enforcement gives individuals an opportunity to use ride-share vouchers on Thanksgiving Eve, New Year’s Eve, St Patrick’s Day and the July 4th and America 250 holiday. Office of Highway Safety (OHS) says New Year’s saw the highest…

Talk of Delmarva Radio Flea Market 7/11/26

By Mari Lou / July 11, 2026

    NAME: Geri / 302-644-2005 ITEM: Hedge Trimmer DESCRIPTION: Craftsman brand. 3.2 amp 17″ corded trimmer with a T-handle design. New in box. AMOUNT: $35 ITEM: Dinnerware DESCRIPTION: 12 place setting Mikasa brand with a whole wheat design. Includes a complete set of serving pieces. All in excellent condition. AMOUNT: $60   NAME: Michael…

UPDATED: DSP Identify Victim in Fatal Crash on Hastings Farm Road near Seaford Friday Morning

By Mari Lou / July 11, 2026

UPDATED – 07/11/26 – Delaware State Police have identified 25 year old Kesnel Similien of Seaford as the man who died in the single-vehicle fatal crash Friday morning in Seaford.  ================================================== ORIGINAL STORY – 07/10/26 – A Seaford man died Friday morning in a crash on Hastings Farm Road near Seaford. Delaware State Police say…

Talk of Delmarva Fishing Report 07/11/26

By Mari Lou / July 11, 2026

User 284190339 · 07-11-26 Fishing Report Friday was a decent weather day with decent fishing from the surf to the Old Grounds. Dan at Dan’s Tackle reported spot and croaker caught from Broadkill Beach on bloodworms or Fishbites. Lewes Harbour Marina said the Angler head boat returned from bay structure with spot, croaker and flounder.…

Talk of Delmarva Picture of the Day

By Mari Lou / July 11, 2026

Dave Nelson – Ocean View – Sun rising at Indian River Bay. Click for full view

City of Rehoboth Beach Answers “What Happened to the Fireworks Show?”

By Mari Lou / July 10, 2026

For many who were downwind from last Sunday’s fireworks display in Rehoboth Beach it was a great show. However for others it was less than spectacular and very smokey. The City has been working with Zambelli Fireworks to find out just what happened. On Friday city officials learned that after the contract with Zambelli was…

Rehoboth Beach Candidates Forum – Saturday Morning at 10am

By Mari Lou / July 10, 2026

The Rehoboth Beach Homeowners Association Candidate Forum will take place Saturday/this morning at the Rehoboth Beach Volunteer Fire Company 2nd floor meeting room from 10am to 12:30pm. You’ll have a chance to hear first hand from the candidates running for office in the Rehoboth Beach municipal election on August 8th. There area 4 candidates running…

DSP & Gov. Meyer Respond to Viral Video of Dover Arrest on July 7th

By Mari Lou / July 10, 2026

A internal review has been initiated after an arrest on July 7th, which has been seen on a video (viewer discretion advised) circulating on social media. A traffic stop was made on a vehicle at South Bay Road and Lafferty Lane in Dover – after a trooper determined the vehicle registration was suspended. The driver…

Former Shorebirds Lighting to get Second Life at WinterPlace Park

By Mari Lou / July 10, 2026

Lighting that was formerly used at Shorebirds Stadium is going to be repurposed and installed across Route 50 at WinterPlace Park. This will create the first lighted athletic field on the east side of Wicomico County and expand the park’s capabilities to allow for evening practices, games, tournaments and community events. Officials at Wicomico County…

Wye Mills Road at Route 50 to Close Sundays through Labor Day – 11am to 8pm

By Mari Lou / July 10, 2026

Beginning Sunday, July 12, the Maryland State Highway Administration will temporarily close Wye Mills Road at Route 50 between 11am and 8pm. This closure will be repeated each Sunday through September 6th and on Labor Day Monday. Local access to Wye Mills Road will be maintained at all times. Traffic will not be able to…

Talk of Delmarva Fishing Report 07/10/26

By Mari Lou / July 10, 2026

User 284190339 · 07-10-26 Fishing Report Thursday, we had better sea conditions on the ocean. Steve at Smith Bait in Lepsic said slot striped bass were caught on peeler crab at the Augustine Wall. Out in Delaware Bay, the reef sites and oyster beds produced flounder, croaker and blues. Live minnows for the flounder. Bloodworms…

Talk of Delmarva Picture of the Day

By Mari Lou / July 10, 2026

Matthew Barlow – Georgetown – At the Sandhill Fields Walking Trail pond. Click for full view

Downstate Mosquito Spraying Thursday Evening

By Mari Lou / July 9, 2026

Weather permitting; the Delaware Mosquito Control Section plans the following insecticide application(s) during the evening hours on Thursday, July 9, 2026: Application of Zenivex E4 (Etofenprox) with a truck-mounted sprayer to control adult mosquitoes in the following areas: In and near Bethel and Milford. Near Lincoln, Bridgeville, and Seaford. For notification purposes, spraying will be done in the following spray…

Talk of Delmarva Fishing Report 07/09/26

By Mari Lou / July 9, 2026

User 284190339 · 07-09-26 Fishing Report Wednesday, we had a bit too much wind and rough seas for boats to venture out. Dan at Dan’s Tackle said Broadkill Beach saw quite a variety of fish on Wednesday. Spot, croaker, blowfish and small kings made for a mixed bag. Bloodworms, shrimp, squid, Gulp! and Fishbites all…

Talk of Delmarva Picture of the Day

By Mari Lou / July 9, 2026

John Bussard – Ocean Pines – Floating in the South Gate pond. Click for full view

UPDATED: Gov Meyers Vetoes $35-million Legislative Hall Expansion in Bond Bill; Comment from Legislative Leaders

By Mari Lou / July 8, 2026

Governor Matt Meyer exercised his line-item veto and has said no to the $35-million appropriation for the Legislative Hall Expansion Project in the Bond Bill – HB 500. The Governor said that while Delawareans are struggling to pay rent, healthcare costs, utility and grocery bills – this is not the time to spend taxpayer dollars…

Talk of Delmarva Fishing Report 07/08/26

By Mari Lou / July 8, 2026

User 284190339 · 07-08-26 Fishing Report Tuesday, we had seas of 3 to 4 feet on the ocean and that caused the boats that tried to run out to ocean structure to return to the dock. Lewes Harbour Marina said they saw sheepshead and tog caught on sand fleas and green crabs from the Ice…

Talk of Delmarva Picture of the Day

By Mari Lou / July 8, 2026

SA Harrison – Millsboro – Lake at Baywood Greens. Click for full view

Petition to Preserve Collective Bargaining in Salisbury Turned over to City

By Mari Lou / July 7, 2026

An attempt to preserve collective bargaining for Salisbury’s first responders and public employees has be delivered to the city – a petition with over 6000 signatures. Shore Progress initiated the petition drive. The City of Salisbury now must verify the signatures on the petition before collective bargaining can appear on the ballot – to be…

Maryland Lawmakers to Return for Special Session on Congressional Redistricting in August

By Mari Lou / July 7, 2026

Maryland lawmakers will be returning to Annapolis the first week of August for a special session to consider congressional redistricting. Senate President Bill Ferguson and House Speaker Joseline Pena-Melnyk made the announcement Tuesday. Currently of the 8 US House seats in Maryland, 7 are held by Democrats. Governor Moore says his administration will work closely…

Maryland Primary – County Races Certified

By Mari Lou / July 7, 2026

The final count of mail-in ballots was done yesterday in Maryland’s Primary Election, which was held on June 23. State races have not yet been certified, however the county races have. In the Worcester County Commissioners races – Republican Caryn Abbot will return to the District 1 seat. In District 2, Roxie Dennis will take…