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WGMD Throwback Thursday Picture of the Week -going back the Cruisin’ OC in 2009. The picture is by Donny Reed of Ocean City of “The Judge” / Click for full view
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Tuesday saw much lighter winds than predicted, but very few boats left the dock. There are small craft advisories up for Wednesday morning, but they are supposed to come down by the afternoon. There is still hope for the weekend. At Lewes Harbour Marina, Tommy said the only fish they saw all day were some…
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Election results: Delaware School Board Election Results are in, following a vote in several contested races Tuesday. In Cape Henlopen, Janis Hanwell defeated Ashley Murray, 3,108 to 1,212. Delmar School District voters elected Dawn Turner and incumbent Farrah Morelli to at-large positions. In Laurel, David Nichols won by just seven votes over two other candidates.…
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The Sussex County Council was back in their chambers on the Circle this week. They heard a presentation from Dr. David Tam, President and CEO of Beebe Healthcare. He discussed the hospital’s multiple locations and health offerings throughout the county. A public hearing on the Banks Property Annexation of the Dagsboro/Frankford Area of the Sussex…
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A message from DNREC-MOSQUITO CONTROL Weather permitting; the Delaware Mosquito Control Section plans the following insecticide application(s) during the evening hours on Tuesday, May 11, 2021: Application of Anvil 10+10 (Sumithrin/PBO) with a truck-mounted sprayer to control adult mosquitoes in the following areas: In and near Selbyville, Camden, and Georgetown. Near Marydel, Felton, Harrington, Bridgeville, Seaford, Laurel, Delmar, Millsboro,…
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The Delaware Department of Correction (DOC) announced today nearly 60 percent of male inmates at the state’s largest prison have received at least the first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine and nearly two-thirds of female offenders are fully vaccinated. Statewide, more than 50 percent of inmates have received at least the first dose of…
Read MoreSalisbury University Police Department has issued a traffic advisory for SU’s Class of 2021 Grad Walk, scheduled Thursday-Sunday, May 13-16, at Sea Gull Stadium. On those dates, Wayne Street will be closed between Bateman and Power streets to accommodate the expected pedestrian flow from the event’s designated parking area at SU’s Wayne Street Parking Garage.…
Read MoreMonday was another cold and windy day with small craft advisories up all day. It looks like we are going to have seas in the ocean running three to four feet until Thursday when they will drop out to two feet or less. Daytime temperatures are going to stay in the 60s as well which…
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Look for gasoline prices to increase with the shutdown of the Colonial Pipeline. The national average is beginning the week at $2.96 a gallon and Delaware is at $2.88 a gallon but AAA Mid-Atlantic officials expect the price to continue to climb this week. The Colonial Pipeline delivers approximately 45% of all fuel to the…
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Governor John Carney on Monday nominated Kevin O’Connell to serve as the next Chief Defender for the State of Delaware, leading the Delaware Office of Defense Services (ODS). The Delaware Senate is expected to consider his nomination next week. “Kevin has the experience, character, and commitment to justice for all Delawareans that is so critical for a…
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It was another windy day on Sunday with small craft advisories up in the afternoon and they are up again for Monday. Amanda at Lewes Harbour Marina said the Savannah Lynn with Captain Mark and the Top Fin with Captain Pete had tog on Saturday. Patrick Lindner and Robbie Baxley fished chowder clams at the…
Read MoreJoyce Baywood – Ocean View – Indian River Inlet Bridge with storm clouds gathering / Click for full view
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Former Delaware Governor Pete DuPont has died after battling a long illness according to his former chief of staff, Bob Perkins – DuPont was 86. DuPont, a Republican, started his political career in 1969 as a Representative in the Delaware House and then just a year later he went to Washington as Delaware’s lone Congressman.…
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UPDATED – 05/08/21 9pm – Just six votes determined the outcome of the Ward 2 election in Georgetown. Sue Barlow edged out the win with 165 votes to 159 for Michael Di Giacoma. Current councilwoman Rebecca Johnson-Dennis did not run for re-election. There will also be a new face representing Ward 1 – Christina Diaz-Malone…
Read MoreTwo Lewes City Council seats were up for grabs in Saturday’s election. Newcomers Carolyn Jones and Khalil Saliba were the top vote-getters. Election officials say 56% of the city’s registered voters turned out – 878 votes were cast – including 204 absentee ballots. Jones won 583 votes and Saliba received 538. Incumbent Rob Morgan got…
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Debbie- 302-567-9330 MOVING Sale (lots of stuff) – Glass TV stand w/2 shelves – $95 – Amish bedroom suite (chestnut): queen bed w/pillowtop mattress, dresser w/mirror, 2 night tables – $295 – Lighted glass shelf curio cabinet – $190 or Best Offer Remy – 302-278-9370 FREE:Â (5)glass display cases 5′ by 30″ high 20″ deep…
Read MoreThe Bethany-Fenwick Area Chamber of Commerce is pleased to honor the outstanding police officers, paramedics, EMT’s and firefighters who help keep our local communities safe throughout the year. The 2021 Joshua M. Freeman Valor Awards, were presented by the Carl M. Freeman Companies on Friday to recognize their service and dedication to our community. This…
Read MoreA 17 year old from Milton has been arrested after he left the scene of a collision, resisted arrest and assaulted two police officers. The incident occurred Friday afternoon just before 2:30 in the area of Route 9 and Josephs Road in Lewes and witnesses told police that a black male wearing black jeans and…
Read MoreFriday saw some activity from charter and head boats out of Lewes and Indian River. The weekend won’t be perfect, but it should be fishable. Amanda said Adam Clark fished on the Angler and caught a 77.5-pound black drum. The Savannah Lynn with Captain Mark had a catch of tog for his party. A private…
Read MoreA New Jersey man has been sentenced to 30 years in prison – with 17 ½ years in active incarceration – after a shooting incident in October of 2017 at a party at the VFW in Salisbury. Officials say 38 year old Jerry Hamilton pleaded guilty to one count of attempted 2nd degree murder. Officials…
Read MoreGovernor Larry Hogan today announced that over $6.5 million in state funding has been awarded to 33 strategic industry partnerships through the Employment Advancement Right Now (EARN) Maryland program. EARN Maryland is the state’s nationally-recognized workforce initiative that helps businesses cultivate the skilled workforce they need to compete while preparing Marylanders for meaningful careers. “As we continue to…
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