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What should happen with Maryland’s recently reported budget surplus of $2.5-Billion? Governor Larry Hogan said Thursday that a significant portion should be saved for the state’s Rainy Day Fund. Hogan also wants to revisit a proposal to provide retirees with tax relief to keep them from moving out of the state. And, he wants to…
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Delaware non-profits will be able to apply for one-time funding to support major capital projects in communities that have been hit hard by the COVID-19 pandemic. The Community Investment Recovery Fund is supported with $100-million dollars from the American Rescue Plan Act.Governor John Carney said Thursday that this will help community centers and other non-profits…
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Delaware’s Public Health Emergency Order has been extended another 30 days. Governor John Carney took the action Thursday. It allows the State of Delaware and medical providers to continue COVID-19 vaccination and testing programs. State law requires that the Public Health Emergency be renewed every 30 days to remain in effect. âThereâs no better way…
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13 students on a school bus and one adult required hospital treatment Thursday morning following a crash involving a Milford School District bus. According to Milford Police, officers responded Thursday morning to a reported collision at South Rehoboth Boulevard and Southeast Front Street (SR 36). An investigation determined that the westbound bus which was transporting…
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The President of Salisbury University, Charles Wight, plans to step down next June 30th, at the end of the current academic year and fiscal year. Wight became the ninth president of Salisbury University in 2018. In making the announcement Thursday, Wight said he’s made no secret of the fact that he has some ‘serious health…
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An employee who loses his or her job for not complying with a vaccine requirement could have a tough time obtaining unemployment benefits. The Delaware Department of Labor has determined that requirements of employers for employees to get vaccinated for COVID-19 are generally “reasonable.” And, under Delaware law, a claimant would not be eligible for…
Read MoreMaryland State Police are warning of a phone scam on the Eastern Shore. More than 30 people have reported receiving a call which appeared to come from State Police. One of two 410-numbers numbers was displayed, which actually are numbers for the Easton Barrack (410-822-3101 or 410-479-3101). The person who receives the call is told…
Read MoreDelaware plans to build a new State Hospital for the Chronically Ill in Smyrna, utilizing $50-million dollars in American Rescue Plan Act funding. The existing facility first opened in 1932. The Delaware Hospital for the Chronically Ill serves about 100 people who need skilled nursing care. Governor John Carney said construction of a new 72,000-square-foot…
Read MoreBeebe Healthcare has resumed elective surgical procedures that require an overnight hospital stay. Such elective procedures were suspended last month due to rising rates of COVID-19 cases at the time. Beebe leadership said the volume of COVID-19 patients that are hospitalized has come down. âAt this time, as we build the level of vaccination nationwide,…
Read MoreThe recent 80th National Folk Festival in Salisbury has the Crossroads of Delmarva singing a happy tune. An economic impact study indicates that the festival drew about 91,000 people over its three days, and that it generated about $19.8-million in economic activity. The study conducted by BEACON, the Business and Economic Community Outreach Network at…
Read MoreThe Lewes-to-Georgetown Trail is scheduled to be closed Thursday from Cool Spring Road to Savannah Road. According to DelDOT, herbicide will be applied along the route for control of vegetation. The closure is scheduled between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. If the weather turns inclement, the spraying and trail closure would be rescheduled for this…
Read MoreWind-power company Ărsted has announced plans to build an offshore wind operations and maintenance facility on Harbor Road in West Ocean City. It’s billed as the first emissions-free facility of its type in Maryland, and it would create up to 110 temporary or permanent jobs. A warehouse / office building is planned. The Crew Transfer…
Read MoreDelaware Secretary of Education Dr. Susan Bunting, former Superintendent of the Indian River School District, plans to step down in December. Governor John Carney appointed Bunting shortly after he took office in 2017. A successor to Bunting as Education Secretary has not been named. The Governor’s office said she intends to stay involved in educator…
Read MoreA suspect has been charged in connection with ten burglary incidents during the past two months, according to Dover Police. Police said Wednesday that the burglaries took place at local restaurants and other businesses during August, September and October. 33-year-old Tyreek Holmes was arrested Tuesday on the day of the latest incident: a burglary at…
Read MoreA Salisbury dentist is facing insurance fraud charges. According to the Wicomico County State’s Attorney’s Office, the Maryland State Police Criminal Enforcement Division, the Maryland Board of Dental Examiners and other agencies were involved in a long-term investigation. A search and seizure warrant was conducted at Peninsula Total Dental Care on South Salisbury Boulevard last…
Read MoreJob training and workforce development in Delaware will get a $50-million investment, using funds from the American Rescue Plan Act. The state’s Pathways program that allows students to gain real-world work experience while in school will grow through a $15.8-million public-and-private expansion. Also, the Forward-Delaware jobs-training program will continue to provide students with work experience…
Read MoreA law enforcement veteran who serves with the Worcester County Sheriff’s Office has been appointed to the County Board of Education. Nate Passwaters will represent District Six, the northern portion of Worcester County. The opening was created by the passing of former Board of Education President Eric Cropper Senior. âThis has been a difficult process…
Read MoreThe Maryland Citizens Redistricting Commission begins a third round of virtual meetings. The panel was appointed by Governor Larry Hogan to draw up ‘fair and representative’ legislative and Congressional district maps for the 2022 elections. The Commission has drawn up proposed maps, while considering dozens that have already been submitted by the public. Marylanders may…
Read MoreDover Air Force Base is conducting a base-wide “force protection exercise” this week. According to base leadership, the exercise Wednesday through Friday will entail 24-hour operations and a variety of scenarios will test the base’s ability to respond and mobilize, satisfying annual training requirements. Gate closures and delays can be expected, and commonly-accessed facilities may…
Read MoreThe top Dough Roller in Ocean City has passed away. Bill Gibbs has died, leaving behind a legacy of local pizza and breakfast restaurants that are still operated by his family. Maryland Coast Dispatch reports that Gibbs started working at a pizza restaurant when he was 14. The first Dough Roller opened in 1980. Gibbs…
Read MoreDover Police are investigating an attempted robbery at the Royal Farms store on South DuPont Highway at South Bay Road. At about 12:14 a.m. Tuesday, someone approached a cashier and acted as if he had a handgun. The cashier refused to comply with the suspect’s demand for cash, and the suspect fled southbound direction. Anyone…
Read MoreA six-day Special Event Zone is underway in Ocean City for the upcoming Endless Summer Cruisin’ Weekend. The Special Event Zone reduces local speed limits. Violations, including exhibition driving, carry increased fines and penalties. The SEZ involves various law enforcement agencies. Its chief purpose was to help Ocean City deal with the unsanctioned H2O-I pop-up…
Read MoreA search committee is in place to find the next President and CEO of Atlantic General Hospital and Health System. A search is expected to identify several candidates for the position in the comping weeks. A firm timeline has not been established. The search committee is expected to guide the Board of Trustees, which will…
Read MoreIf you want to minimize your chance of getting the flu, or reduce the seriousness if you do get sick, now’s the time to schedule a flu shot, according to Delaware Public Health. It takes about two weeks after a vaccination for the antibodies to develop. DPH operates several clinics at community-based locations where staff…
Read MoreFire safety has a sound⊠It’s Fire Prevention Week. The Delaware State Fire School and local fire departments want Delawareans to know that any sound from a smoke alarm requires action. A continuous sounding of three loud beeps indicates there is a fire or smoke, and it’s time to get out. A single chirp every…
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