House Fire Displaces Family in Hebron, Wicomico County

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A fire that occurred in a two-story house overnight on Porter Mill Road, Hebron, Wicomico County displaced a family and caused an estimated $300,000 in structural damage. The American Red Cross and other volunteer organizations are assisting the family. In addition, two dogs died in the fire. The blaze originated on the first floor.  Smoke…

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Three Teens Arrested for Armed Robbery in Hebron

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Three teenagers have been arrested for an armed robbery that occurred earlier this week on N. Main St. in Hebron, Maryland. The victim was in the parking lot working at around 11:30 a.m. on July 18th, when three teens approached him. They assaulted him and tried to take his work truck and additional property. One…

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Fire Near Utility Trailer in Hebron Ruled Accidental

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Accidental, spontaneous combustion of oil-soaked rags sparked a fire that started at the pull behind a utility trailer and caused damage to a camper and outbuilding. The fire occurred on Island Pointe Drive in Hebron, Maryland yesterday evening just before 8 pm. According to the State Fire Marshal’s Office, damage is estimated at $14,000, but…

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Ocean View Murder Suspect Extradited From Md.

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A Hebron man has been extradited to Delaware to face murder charges in connection with the death of a woman in Bethany Crest. According to Delaware State Police, 38-year-old Jason Meredith is being held at SCI on $326,000 cash-only bond. He is charged with murder and other related offenses. State Police also said an autopsy…

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Hebron Area Raccoon Tests Positive for Rabies

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On August 17 a raccoon tested positive for rabies in the area of Firetower Road in Hebron, Maryland. The Wicomico County Health Department is advising all residents to be aware of their surroundings and avoid contact with all wild or stray animals. Rabies is a preventable viral disease that exists in the saliva of mammals…

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Fire Heavily Damages Hebron Home

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A fire has left a Wicomico County home heavily damaged. According to the Maryland State Fire Marshal’s Office, the blaze broke out late Sunday night at a two-story home on Chestnut Street in Hebron. Two residents got out safely. Damage is estimated at $85,000 to the home and its contents. The blaze started in a…

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Hebron man charged with DUI in hit & run crash

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A hit-and-run crash led to the arrest of a Hebron man on DUI charges Monday evening. According to Maryland State Police, around 8 p.m., troopers were dispatched to Main Street in Hebron for reports of a suspected drunk driving/hit and run collision involving damage to property at a home. When police arrived they observed a…

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Trooper Involved in Wicomico County Crash

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Maryland State Police say they are investigating a motor vehicle crash that took place in Hebron on Thursday afternoon. Troopers say around 5:14 p.m. they responded to eastbound Route 50 at Main Street in Hebron. The investigation uncovered a Nissan Rogue from Delaware operated by 64-year-old Berneldia Gattis-White failed to yield the right of way…

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UPDATED: Hebron Horse Owner Sentenced

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UPDATED – 5-13-19 – The woman who was indicted for criminal animal abuse will not spend time in prison. On Monday, Barbara Pilchard was sentenced to 90 days for each of the six horses that died as a result of abuse and neglect on her farm. Judge Leah Seaton suspended all of Pilchard’s time and…

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UPDATED: Salisbury Firefighters Battle Early Morning Blaze at Mill Pond Village Apts

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UPDATED  1:40pm – Maryland fire investigators credit an automatic fire sprinkler system, required fire separation and quick response from the fire department for limiting the property dollar loss and saving lives at this morning’s fire at the Mill Pond Village Apartment complex. Fire investigators say a 3rd floor balcony and roof assembly above was involved…

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VIDEO: WGMD News Week in Review – 4/6/2019

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*CLICK THE VIDEO ABOVE TO WATCH OUR WGMD NEWS WEEK IN REVIEW* Delaware’s own Joe Biden faces unwanted touching accusations, Maryland State Police investigate KKK fliers in a Talbot County town and a verdict is reached in the Hebron Horse Farm Trial. WGMD’s Hunter Landon has a look back at the week’s top stories!  

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Mardela Springs Man Sentenced for Robbery & Assault

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A Mardela Springs man has been sentenced for robbery and assault.  The Wicomico County State’s Attorney’s office charged  36 year old John Lowe after he robbed a Hebron grocery store and threatened the store clerk to open the register.  Lowe couldn’t open the register – but ran off with about 10 packs of cigarettes, which…

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Fire Destroys Garage West of Delmar

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Firefighters from Delmar were called for a garage fire just after 2pm Friday on Westerlee Drive west of Delmar.  They found heavy fire when they arrived on the scene.  Crews from Laurel, Hebron and Mardela Springs also responded.  The State Fire Marshal is investigating.  

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MSP Investigating Hit & Run Crash Near Hebron

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Maryland State Police are investigating a hit and run crash on Route 50 at Memory Garden Lane near Hebron that occurred Saturday.  Police say the driver of a Honda Odyssey van was westbound on Route 50 and spotted a GMC truck with a ladder rack in the crossover trying to cross onto northbound Memory Garden…

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