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UPDATED: Snow Emergency Plan in Effect in Wicomico County – Lifted in Worcester

By Mari Lou / January 31, 2021
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WICOMICO COUNTY – The Maryland State Police Salisbury Barrack in Wicomico County in conjunction with local agencies and the State Highway Administration have implemented the Snow Emergency Plan. This plan is to assist the State Highway Administration in snow clearing operations throughout the county. Effective 1230 Hrs. today’s date, all vehicles on the roadway must…

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MDOT Continues Winter Weather Response

By Mari Lou / January 31, 2021
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The Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration (MDOT SHA) will remain in emergency operations mode as crews continue to respond to winter weather that has blanketed the state with snowfall and freezing rain.  The National Weather Service expects freezing rain, snow and high winds to impact most of the state. Snow, switching over to…

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Millsboro Man Wanted on Multiple Warrants Arrested During Traffic Stop

By Mari Lou / January 31, 2021

A traffic stop Friday afternoon led to the arrest of a Millsboro man. Delaware State Police spotted a minivan on Hillcrest Drive east of Millsboro and saw 32 year old Darshon Adkins of Millsboro in the front passenger seat. Knowing there were multiple warrants for Adkins arrest, police conducted a traffic stop on Cordrey Road…

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MSP Investigating Fatal Shooting in Salisbury

By Mari Lou / January 31, 2021
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Maryland State Police are investigating a shooting in Salisbury Friday. Police were called after witnesses reported hearing shots fired outside of a home on Emory Court. Police found 26 year old Devonta Fagans of Salisbury with gunshot wounds in the parking lot. He died at TidalHealth Hospital in Salisbury Saturday morning and his body has…

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DelDOT Prepared for Winter Storm Headed to Delmarva

By Mari Lou / January 31, 2021
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DelDOT crews were on Delaware roads Saturday brining ahead of the onset of today’s storm.  They also spent the day preparing equipment. Staff will be ready to hit the roads this morning.  Kent and Sussex Counties are under a winter storm watch while New Castle County is under a winter storm warning – both until…

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WGMD Radio Flea Market 1-30-21

By Mari Lou / January 30, 2021
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Brian – 302-875-9672 – Brown living room chair (recliner mechanism can possibly be fixed) – $40 or best offer Keith – 302-542-6074 – Vintage Lionel trains (1970s on, some new in boxes) – call for pricing – Assorted fishing poles – call for pricing – Seasoned firewood – $175 for cord or $125 for 1/2…

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MD Transportation Officials Preparing for Winter Storm

By Mari Lou / January 29, 2021
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The Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration (MDOT SHA) is preparing for a potential winter storm that is forecast to begin Sunday and last through Tuesday of next week, with periods of snow, sleet and rain. The National Weather Service forecast is calling this winter storm an “enhanced threat” with the potential for significant impact on travel.…

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Lincoln Man Sentenced to Life in Prison in 2018 Murder

By Mari Lou / January 29, 2021
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A Lincoln man has been sentenced to life in prison for the murder of a Smyrna man in 2018. In 2019 Ahmir Bailey was convicted of 1st degree murder and other offenses after he and another man were linked in the shooting death of Jameir Vann-Robinson as he and a friend left a house party…

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DSP Searching for Felton Armed Robbery Suspect

By Mari Lou / January 29, 2021

The search continues for the man who held up the Canterbury Shore Stop on Tuesday, January 23 just after 3am. The suspect asked for vitamin water and as the clerk rang it up the suspect pulled a large knife and demanded cash. The suspect took an undisclosed amount of cash and left on foot. The…

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DE Public Health Confirms 3 Cases of UK Coronavirus Variant

By Mari Lou / January 29, 2021
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The Division of Public Health (DPH) announced today the first three confirmed cases of the COVID-19 variant, SARS-CoV-2 B.1.1.7, in Delaware. This variant is the same one that was first discovered in England in December and is also commonly referred to as the UK Variant.  Delaware now joins a list of 26 other states reporting…

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WGMD Picture of the Day

By Mari Lou / January 29, 2021
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Vince Tofanicchio – Millsboro – Blue heron at Broadkill Beach / Click for full view

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WGMD Picture of the Day

By Mari Lou / January 28, 2021
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Throwback Thursday – going back to 1999 and Frozen Alive. In the blue sweatshirt, the late Captain Joe Corcoran, former WGMD weekend announcer and fill in host – and charter boat captain. Next to Joe, the late Rick Cleaver, long time WGMD sponsor, and with her back to the camera, his daughter, Susan Shea – in the parking lot at Atlantic Cellular. We lost Rick on July 13, 2006 and Joe on May 12, 2013. / Click for full view

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IRSD Schools Considering Requests for Hybrid Instruction for Third Marking Period

By Mari Lou / January 26, 2021
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Indian River School District parents wishing to shift their child from remote to hybrid instruction for the thirdmarking period are asked to contact the child’s school. In considering such requests, schools will determine if social distancing guidelines of three (3) feet or morebetween students can be maintained in the classroom setting. Additionally, schools must determine…

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Gov John Carney’s 2021 Delaware State of the State

By Mari Lou / January 26, 2021
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January 26, 2021As prepared for delivery Lt. Governor Hall-Long, Mister Speaker, Mister President Pro Temp, Members of the 151st General Assembly, Members of the Cabinet, Distinguished members of the Judiciary, and my fellow Delawareans: Thank you for inviting me into the chamber today, and thank you for tuning in virtually during this very unusual time.…

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Gov Carney to Deliver Delaware State of the State Tuesday at 2:15pm

By Mari Lou / January 25, 2021
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Governor Carney will deliver his 2021 State of the State Address from the Senate Chamber in Legislative Hall. The event will be live-streamed on Governor Carney’s Facebook page, YouTube and de.gov/sots. The Delaware General Assembly will convene in a Joint Session in virtual format prior to the Governor’s State of the State Address. View their virtual proceedings before and after the Governor’s…

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UPDATED: DSP Identify Man Shot Near Seaford

By Mari Lou / January 25, 2021

UPDATED – 1/25/21 1:30pm – Delaware State Police have identified the man shot and killed early Saturday morning on Park Circle in the Mobile Gardens Community as 28 year old Kwantae Hovington of Seaford. This case remains an active investigation. Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact Detective Brian McDerby with Delaware…

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Remember to Bring Proper Documentation to Mass Vaccination Events Today at DMVs in Georgetown & Delaware City

By Mari Lou / January 24, 2021
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Delaware Public Health officials are hoping to vaccinate over 13,000 Delawareans this weekend at mass vaccination events in Georgetown and Delaware City. If you scheduled an appointment for a vaccination event today (Sunday), here are reminders to make your vaccination and the event go more smoothly: You must complete the Pre-screening Questionnaire by clicking the…

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DSP Looking for Suspect in Canterbury Shore Stop Armed Robbery

By Mari Lou / January 24, 2021
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Delaware State Police are looking to identify the man who robbed the Canterbury Shore Stop in Felton just after 3 Saturday morning. Police say the man asked for vitamin water and the clerk showed him where it was. As the clerk rang up the purchase, the suspect walked behind the counter, pulled a large knife…

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WGMD Picture of the Day

By Mari Lou / January 24, 2021
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Anonymous – Dewey Beach – OOPS!! Truck – 0 – Sign 0 / Click for full view

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UPDATED: Milford Man Dies After Struck by Motorcycle

By Mari Lou / January 23, 2021
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UPDATED 7pm: Delaware State Police have identified the victim as 85 year old K. C. Hurry of Milford. The investigation is continuing. Anyone with information should call Crime Stoppers at 800-TIP-3333. ======================================================= A Milford area man is dead after he was struck by a motorcycle just before 6 Friday evening on Log Cabin Road.  Delaware…

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DSP Looking for Dagsboro Man after Assault

By Mari Lou / January 23, 2021
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WGMD Radio Flea Market 1-23-21

By Mari Lou / January 23, 2021
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Bob – 410-461-4640 FREE: Nordic Trak exerciser Vicky – 302-645-2790 – Lampshade for a large table lamp white flared – $20 – Men’s leather western boots size 14D – $20 – Ladies London Fog raincoat with zip-in liner, size 20, olive green – $25 Ron – 410-430-7882 FREE: wooden crate furniture sofa, loveseat, and chair…

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WGMD Picture of the Day

By Mari Lou / January 23, 2021

Dawn Mays – Bishopville Sunset / Click for full view

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Governor’s Institute for School Leadership Launched in Delaware

By Mari Lou / January 22, 2021
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Governor John Carney and Dr. Susan Bunting on Friday announced the launch of the Governor’s Institute for School Leadership (GISL), a two-pronged training program for aspiring school leaders and current district leaders. A partnership between the Governor’s Office, Delaware Department of Education, University of Delaware, and Delaware’s public schools, the institute launches this month with…

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Human Remains Found at Gumboro Property

By Mari Lou / January 22, 2021
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A search that’s been going on for much of the week has turned up suspected human remains in the area of R Farm Lane near Gumboro. The remains have been turned over to the Department of Forensic Science for identification and the cause of death. Police are asking anyone with information to contact detectives at…

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