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Salisbury is a recipient of a U.S. Conference of Mayors Police Reform and Racial Justice Grant in 2021. Salisbury is recognized with the Small City Award. Its $75,000 grant would be used to continue a Police Department training program on intervention strategy and de-escalation of situations. “Salisbury has been at the forefront of ensuring our residents…
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A Bridgeville-based manufacturer has expansion plans. Miller Metal Fabrication plans to build a 60,000-square-foot facility on eight-and-a-half acres of land next to the facility it already leases at the Newton Business Park, on Route 404 just west of Route 13. It plans to invest $7-million. “We strongly believe this new “world class” production facility will…
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UPDATED: 9/27/21 4pm – Delaware State Police have identified the individual who died in a fatal crash on September 26, 2021, as 22-year-old Logan Haxton of Hartly, DE. This collision remains under investigation by the Delaware State Police Troop 3 Collision Reconstruction Unit. Anyone with information should contact Sergeant Wheatley by calling 302-698-8451. =================================================================== A crash on the…
Read MoreUPDATED – 9/27/21 2pm – Lewes firefighters wee called to a residential fire Sunday morning just before 8:30. Crews arriving at the scene found smoke and flames coming from the structure and additional companies were called to assist. The one occupant of the home was able to escape without injury. State Fire Marshal investigators are…
Read MoreUPDATED – 9/27/21 1:35pm – Delaware State Police were called to Massey’s Landing for an unresponsive 46 year old man from the Long Neck area who was found in the Rehoboth Bay. DSP tell WGMD the man was removed from the water and pronounced dead at the scene. His body has been turned over to…
Read MoreA citizen of Guinea in the US on a J-1 Student Visa has been charged with rape in Ocean View. According to Ocean View Police, an investigation into the rape of a 19-year-old woman began in August, and a resident of the same home, Hamza Mara, was identified as a suspect through DNA analysis Police…
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The Delaware Department of Correction is still looking for applicants who are interested in joining the Fall 2021 Citizens Academy. The deadline to apply is this Sunday for the weekly sessions that begin Wednesday, October 6th. The program provides a look inside operations and programs of the DOC and insight into how it carries out…
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Maryland is hoping to get more nurses working to mitigate staffing shortages. Health Secretary Dennis Schrader said Thursday that he has issued a notice that states that registered nurses or licensed practical nurses with an active license in another state or jurisdiction may provide nursing care in Maryland.The leaders of nursing training and education programs…
Read MoreA Wicomico County man is facing child pornography charges. According to Maryland State Police, the Computer Crimes Unit began an investigation last May into alleged distribution of child pornography online. A search warrant was carried out Wednesday at the home of the suspect.48-year-old Mark Dewitt of Parsonburg was arrested and is charged with 14 counts…
Read MoreA drug investigation in Kent County that lasted several weeks has led to the arrests of four people. Delaware State Police said Thursday that search warrants were carried out at two residences, a motel room and two vehicles Tuesday. The searches turned up crystal meth, marijuana, ammunition, an extended magazine, a handgun, some marijuana, drug…
Read MoreDelaware is suing agro-chemical giant Monsanto and two of its corporate spin-offs. Attorney General Kathy Jennings said Thursday that the lawsuit seeks to recover damages and clean-up costs associated with PCBs made by Monsanto for decades, despite knowing the dangers they posed to the environment and public health. The lawsuit filed in state Superior Court…
Read MoreProposed changes to the Delaware Law Enforcement Officer’s Bill of Rights will be considered at two virtual public sessions, one of which is today. The Senate bill (SB 149) would make police disciplinary records public and would allow for creation of community oversight boards that would have the power to hear and decide police disciplinary…
Read MoreNemours Children’s Health will team up with Beebe Healthcare to provide pediatric services for infants, children and teenagers of Sussex County. Nemours healthcare professionals will be involved with newborn care, high-risk deliveries, emergencies and other aspects of pediatric care and health. Nemours Children’s health is one of the largest integrated pediatric health systems in the…
Read MoreThe Firefly Music Festival returns to The Woodlands of Dover International Speedway Thursday. Thousands of guests camp out for the four-day event, which was canceled last year due to the COVID-19 pandemic. According to DelDOT, motorists should anticipate delays on Route 13 and Delaware Route 1 at various times through the weekend. The Transportation Management…
Read MoreA grain elevator toppled onto a farm truck in Laurel Wednesday, trapping the driver inside. Members of the Laurel Fire Department responded to Laurel Grain Wednesday, and discovered that the truck hit the grain elevator. Other first responders also got to the scene. A heavy wrecker was used to lift the grain elevator and release…
Read MoreA former Dewey Beach Police officer has pled guilty to perjury and assault and is permanently banned from serving as a police officer, according to Delaware Attorney General Kathy Jennings. Gregory Lynch was indicted by the Division of Civil Rights and Public Trust in connection with an August 2019 incident. Prosecutors said a review indicated…
Read MoreThe Sussex County community will be updated on COVID-19 cases, hospitalizations and vaccine information during a Beebe Healthcare virtual town hall today (Wednesday). The meeting is scheduled between 5:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. Beebe Healthcare President and CEO Dr. David Tam and Beebe COVID-19 Response Medical Director Dr. Bill Chasanov will preside. The meeting can…
Read MoreRail Safety Week is underway. Operation Clear Track involves Delaware State Police, rail operators and other state, local and federal agencies across the country. They are looking to raise awareness about safety at railroad grade crossings as well as enforcement of safety laws, including trespassing. Motorists may receive railroad safety cards, and in cases of…
Read MoreMore than 30 Maryland organizations and religious institutions will get a portion of $3-million to support their efforts to reduce hate crimes. Governor Larry Hogan announced the funding Tuesday, saying it is being distributed based on Maryland State Police violent and hate crime data by county, and through a competitive application process. The money is…
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