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More than 500 dogs and cats are available for adoption this weekend during the Brandywine Valley SPCA Mega Adoption event. According to BVSPCA, it will be the largest adoption event in the country. Large and small dogs, puppies, kittens, cats and seniors will be waiting to be brought home. All pets have been vaccinated, spayed…
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A Camden man is facing charges in connection with an investigation into burglaries and thefts that began in December 2020. Delaware State Police were investigating numerous burglaries and thefts of vehicles, motorcycles, ATVs and golf carts. State Police said 19-year-old William Figgatt Junior of Camden was identified as a suspect. Help from the community led…
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A Seaford man who worked as a correctional officer at Maryland’s Eastern Correctional Institution has pled guilty to charges that he took bribes to smuggle drugs into the facility. According to the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Maryland, 43-year-old Maurice Bull admitted to charges of interstate travel in aid of racketeering and possession…
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Delaware State University reports record enrollment during the Fall 2021 semester. The total student body of 5,649 surpassed the previous record that was set in 2019 by more than 500 students.According to DSU, records have also been achieved in the categories of undergraduate students, graduate students, freshmen, international students and online students. The growth accompanied…
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A 17-year-old male is charged with numerous burglaries and thefts in the Frederica area. According to Delaware State Police, in November detectives started to investigate burglaries and thefts from motor vehicles in the High Point, Barkers Landing, East Bay Point and Barkers Choice. The teenager was developed as a suspect on November 27th. Troopers took…
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Marylanders have the opportunity to testify during a General Assembly special session next week, but one group says the process of submitting comment is not very inviting. Governor Larry Hogan Thursday encouraged support for the fair mapsĀ he has transmitted to the Maryland General Assembly on behalf of theĀ Maryland Citizens Redistricting Commission. āGerrymandering has rightly been…
Read MoreFor the time being, the historic Lewes Railroad Swing Bridge is staying in the spot where it’s been since 1916: at the Rehoboth-Lewes Canal. According to DelDOT, after a day of work Wednesday to prepare for its removal, the contractor determined that the crane would not be able to lift the bridge safely. The bridge…
Read MoreThe 2021 Atlantic hurricane season has now concluded, but emergency preparation should always be on the radar according to the Delaware Emergency Management Agency and the Sussex County Emergency Operations Center. We are on the verge of winter-storm season, with the potential for snow that makes travel impossible or ice storms that could cause power…
Read MoreDelaware low-to-moderate income homeowners may get assistance with the expense of installing solar panels, which previously may not have been affordable. The Department of Natural Resources is inviting applications from contractors who are interested in participating in a two-year pilot program that would serve at least 50 clients per year. DNREC said it will lead…
Read MoreDelaware plans to create a community-based mental health services fund, utilizing money from the American Rescue Plan Act that was passed earlier this year. Governor John Carney said Wednesday that the fund will help providers of community health care services, non-profits and faith-based institutions provide services in their communities. Such organizations may apply for funding…
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Maryland is expanding its capacity to track and detect variants of COVID-19, such as the omicron variant which has now shown up in California. Governor Larry Hogan spoke during a news conference Wednesday, and said it remains the case that the most important thing Marylanders can do to maintain immunity against the virus and variants…
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A lawsuit centered around religious freedom in Delaware has been filed against Governor John Carney in the Court of Chancery. Two pastors in New Castle County claim the Delaware Constitution states that the government can never violate religious freedom for “any pretense whatsoever,” but Carney implemented what they call a pandemic lockdown of Delaware churches…
Read MoreThe sale of 2022 Delaware State Parks passes and surf fishing permits is being held up by supply chain disruptions. The Department of Natural Resources said Wednesday that 2021 surf fishing permits will be valid at surf fishing beaches through January 31st. It’s not certain when the new passes and permits will arrive. Permits that…
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The Salvation Army of Delaware has seen requests for assistance jump by more than 155-percent since the start of the pandemic. Salvation Army Delaware State Coordinator Major Tim Sheehan told WGMD News Thursday that the annual Red Kettle fundraising campaign is crucial. He added that contributions stay within the county. “What we’ve seen with the…
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Starting your vehicle and leaving it alone to warm upā¦ it’s not a good idea, according to Maryland State Police. It’s also illegal. According to the Maryland Vehicle Theft Prevention Council, a car is stolen every 49 minutes in Maryland.50-percent of vehicles had the keys inside, and 60-percent were unlocked. If a vehicle is running…
Read MoreChanges to DART Statewide Bus Services are contemplated to take effect next March. Delaware Transit Corporation has scheduled two virtual public hearing workshops via Zoom to get input and accept comments from the public. The virtual hearings are scheduled for next Wednesday December 8th between noon and 1:00 p.m. and again between 6:00 p.m. and…
Read MoreDelaware State Police are investigating a burglary that nearly wiped out the inventory The Sunglass Hut at Midway Tanger Outlets. Troopers were dispatched to the store Sunday morning about a break-in during the overnight hours. Cash was also taken from the register before the male suspect got away in a Chrysler Town and Country mini-van…
Read MoreWith growing concern about the Omicron Variant, Maryland Governor Larry Hogan said Monday that the state’s COVID-19 Response Team is monitoring the situation. “While there is still much unknown about the Omicron variant and how it will spread, the most important thing Marylanders can do right now is to get vaccinated or get a booster…
Read MoreGrant money is flowing into clean-water-related projects in The First State. According to the Department of Natural Resources, more than $1.23-million in non-point source pollution grants have been made available to Delawareans, government agencies and conservation districts in all three counties. Money comes from the federal Clean Water Act. A wide range of projects have…
Read MoreThe Selbyville Library plans to forgive and forget fees and fines, some of which go back three years. The Board of Commissioners and Library Director Kelly Kline announced that policy Monday, saying it’s part of a growing trend around the country. The ‘gift’ of sorts to the community amounts to more than $3,900. Kline said…
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After Black Friday and Small Business Saturday comes Cyber Monday. It’s important to shop smart and avoid being scammed or having your personal information stolen, according to Maryland Attorney General Brian Frosh. Frosh suggested that you make sure any website on which you are entering payment information is secure, and be very wary of clicking…
Read MoreScams take no holiday, and that includes what’s become known as Giving Tuesday. The Tuesday after Thanksgiving often allows contributors to various causes to stretch their dollars through various promotions. However, Maryland Secretary of State John Wobensmith and Attorney General Brian Frosh said donors should look for common red flags such as a lack of…
Read MoreA non-profit will seek approvals and permits for its proposal to create temporary sleeping quarters for homeless people, including children. The cabins are manufactured by a company in Washington State. The Springboard Collaborative is working with Conley’s Church in the Lewes-Angola area, which said it has sufficient space on its property, and is looking for…
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