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A tradition that brings big smiles and even bigger trucks: Operation Teddy Bear at Holly Center.
40th Annual Operation Teddy Bear for Holly Center residents in Salisbury
A tradition that brings big smiles and even bigger trucks: Operation Teddy Bear at Holly Center.
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December 7, 2025 at 1:10 AM
The Delaware Department of Agriculture will begin its annual winter nutrient application ban tomorrow.
Delaware’s Winter Nutrient Application Ban begins tomorrow
The Delaware Department of Agriculture will begin its annual winter nutrient application ban on Dec. 7, prohibiting certified nutrient handlers from applying manure or commercial fertilizer through Feb. 15.
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December 7, 2025 at 12:52 AM
A 48-year-old Dover man was arrested for identify theft in Hartly in October.
Dover man arrested for identity theft
A 48-year-old Dover man was arrested for identify theft in Hartly in October.
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December 6, 2025 at 8:34 PM
Salisbury officials announced Friday that red-light safety cameras are being installed at several high-risk intersections as part of an effort to cut down on crashes caused by drivers running red lights.
Salisbury launches red-light camera program to curb crashes
Salisbury officials announced Friday that red-light safety cameras are being installed at several high-risk intersections as part of an effort to cut down on crashes caused by drivers running red
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December 5, 2025 at 9:28 PM
A Wicomico County jury has convicted Derrick Henderson, 51, of multiple sexual offenses including the sexual abuse of a minor and attempted second-degree rape.
Delmar man convicted of child sex abuse and attempted rape
A Wicomico County jury has convicted a Delmar man of multiple sexual offenses including the sexual abuse of a minor and attempted second-degree rape.
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December 5, 2025 at 9:18 PM
EXCLUSIVE: A federal judge has denied the government’s motion to remand and vacate the previous Biden Administration’s approval of US Wind's proposed project off Delmarva.
EXCLUSIVE: Federal judge blocks Trump Administration’s attempt to withdraw US Wind approval
In a blow to the Trump Administration’s efforts to stop an offshore wind project off the coast of Delmarva, a federal judge has denied the government’s motion to remand and
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December 5, 2025 at 8:34 PM
The Delaware Attorney General’s Office has ruled that the City of Dover violated the state’s Freedom of Information Act when it denied a request for emails and text messages involving the mayor and police chief.
Delaware DOJ: City of Dover violated Freedom of Information Act
The Delaware Attorney General’s Office has ruled that the City of Dover violated the state’s Freedom of Information Act when it denied a request for emails and text messages involving
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December 5, 2025 at 4:03 PM
The season's first bout of wintry weather has arrived on Delmarva, bringing us slick roads and light accumulation for our morning commute on Friday.
Season's first snowfall brings slick conditions for Delmarva's Friday morning commute
The season's first bout of wintry weather has arrived on Delmarva, bringing us slick roads and light accumulation for our morning commute on Friday.
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December 5, 2025 at 1:25 PM
A nearly month-long search for a missing Chesapeake Beach boater has come to a tragic end with the recovery of his body from the waters off Dorchester County.
Body of missing Chesapeake Beach boater recovered near Taylors Island
A nearly month-long search for a missing Chesapeake Beach boater has come to a tragic end with the recovery of his body from the waters off Dorchester County.
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December 4, 2025 at 10:59 PM
In a post made to social media on Dec. 4, Delaware State Treasurer Colleen Davis announced that her current term as treasurer will be her last.
Delaware State Treasurer Colleen Davis announces she will not run for another term
In a post made to social media on December 4, Delaware State Treasurer Colleen Davis announced that her current term will be her last. She stated in her post that
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December 4, 2025 at 9:57 PM
BREAKING: Multiple lawmakers have confirmed that Maryland’s Speaker of the House of Delegates Adrienne Jones is stepping down.
BREAKING: Maryland’s House Speaker Adrienne Jones stepping down
Multiple lawmakers have confirmed that Maryland’s Speaker of the House of Delegates Adrienne Jones is stepping down.
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December 4, 2025 at 9:01 PM
The ACLU of Delaware has filed a lawsuit against Fenwick Island, accusing the town of violating the Delaware Constitution in allowing corporations and LLCs to vote in municipal elections.
ACLU files lawsuit against Fenwick Island for allowing corporations, LLCs to vote
The ACLU of Delaware has filed a lawsuit against Fenwick Island, accusing the town of violating the Delaware Constitution in allowing corporations and LLCs to vote in municipal elections.
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December 4, 2025 at 8:31 PM
Federalsburg town officials confirmed Thursday that the popular coffee and doughnut chain Dunkin plans to open a new location in the community.
Federalsburg runs on Dunkin’ soon
Federalsburg town officials confirmed Thursday that the popular coffee and doughnut chain Dunkin plans to open a new location in the community.
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December 4, 2025 at 8:25 PM
UPDATE: Police have identified the victim in Tuesday's fatal pedestrian crash in Seaford as 66-year-old Bret Jewell.
Delaware State Police investigating fatal pedestrian crash in Seaford
Around 10:10 p.m. on December 2, police say a Toyota 4Runner was traveling in the right lane of Sussex Highway south of Brickyard Road. A pedestrian who was wearing dark
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December 4, 2025 at 3:20 PM
The Bethany Beach Police Department was led on an extensive pursuit through the town today, 12/3, after being called to check on the wellbeing of a construction crew flagger, and the suspect has now been identified by police.
UPDATE: Police chase ensues in Bethany Beach following wellbeing check on construction crew flagger
The Bethany Beach Police Department was reportedly led on an extensive pursuit through the town on Wednesday after being called to check on the wellbeing of a construction crew flagger.
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December 4, 2025 at 4:39 AM
The Bethany Beach Police Department was reportedly led on an extensive pursuit through the town on Wednesday after being called to check on the wellbeing of a construction crew flagger.
Police chase ensues in Bethany Beach following wellbeing check on construction crew flagger
The Bethany Beach Police Department was reportedly led on an extensive pursuit through the town on Wednesday after being called to check on the wellbeing of a construction crew flagger.
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December 3, 2025 at 9:34 PM
Salisbury has joined the ranks of a select few number of cities across the United States boasting an all-woman City Council with the appointment of Melissa D. Holland to represent the city’s District 2.
Salisbury forms rare all-woman City Council with newest District 2 appointment
Salisbury has joined the ranks of a select number of cities across the United States in boasting an all-woman City Council with the appointment of Melissa D. Holland to represent
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December 3, 2025 at 8:47 PM
Ten Delaware projects will receive a total of $348,777 in 2026 through the Community Environmental Project Fund.
Ten Delaware projects awarded $348K through Community Environmental Fund
Ten Delaware projects will receive a total of $348,777 in 2026 through the Community Environmental Project Fund.
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December 3, 2025 at 8:35 PM
A Delaware Superior Court judge has put a pause on the legal battle over Sussex County Council’s decision to block a key electrical substation tied to the US Wind offshore project, citing new state laws that could ultimately override the county’s vote.
Superior Court judge halts legal battle over Sussex County’s US Wind substation denial
A Delaware Superior Court judge has put a pause on the legal battle over Sussex County Council’s decision to block a key electrical substation tied to the US Wind offshore
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December 3, 2025 at 7:09 PM
The search for a missing 65-year-old Somerset County waterman has been paused Tuesday evening due to the inclement weather.
Search for missing Princess Anne waterman paused due to weather
The search for a missing 65-year-old Somerset County waterman has been paused Tuesday evening due to the inclement weather.
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December 2, 2025 at 9:48 PM
UPDATE: Police have identified the victim in Friday's fatal crash in Accomack County as Kim Lombardi, 73, of Milton, Del.
UPDATE: One dead, five injured in Accomack County crash
Virginia State Police are investigating a fatal two-car crash in Accomack County near Mappsville on Friday.
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December 2, 2025 at 9:21 PM
Prosecutors say the assault included Russ strangling the victim multiple times. Ultimately, Russ fell asleep, finally allowing the woman to use her cell phone to call 911.
Willards receives maximum sentence for hours-long assault of woman in Talbot County
A Wicomico County man has been sentenced to 25 years after pleading guilty to assaulting a woman earlier this year in Talbot County.
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December 2, 2025 at 9:01 PM
UPDATE: Delaware State Police arrested a Georgetown 18-year-old for a November shooting in Georgetown.
UPDATE: Delaware State Police arrest 18-year-old for shooting incident in Georgetown
Delaware State Police arrested a Georgetown 18-year-old for a November shooting in Georgetown.
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December 2, 2025 at 8:31 PM
The Delaware River and Bay Authority has approved a $78.6 million contract to build a new diesel hybrid ferry for the Cape May-Lewes Ferry system, marking the fleet’s biggest upgrade in decades.
Delaware River and Bay Authority greenlights major hybrid ferry project for the Cape May-Lewes Ferry
The Delaware River and Bay Authority has approved a $78.6 million contract to build a new diesel hybrid ferry for the Cape May-Lewes Ferry system, marking the fleet’s biggest upgrade
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December 2, 2025 at 5:38 PM
Delaware State Police have arrested a man on aggravated menacing and weapons charges following multiple shots-fired incidents over the weekend in Harrington.
Harrington man charged with aggravated menacing following shooting investigation
Delaware State Police have arrested a man on aggravated menacing and weapons charges following multiple shots-fired incidents over the weekend in Harrington.
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December 2, 2025 at 5:07 PM