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Dover man arrested on drug and firearm charges
DOVER, Del. – Dover Police have arrested 32-year-old Agmere Matthews. The Dover man is facing drug and firearm charges following a shots fired complaint early Wednesday morning. Officials say they were called to South New Street for a report of shots fired just after 4AM. After reviewing surveillance video...
Pennsylvania residents now eligible for summer EBT program
(WTAJ) — Attention all Pennsylvania residents! The Summer EBT/SUN Bucks children’s nutrition program is open for applications. Summer EBT/SUN Bucks provides low-income families with money to feed their school-aged children during the summer. Applications are now open. Qualifying families with children enrolled in free or reduced school meal programs will receive assistance to purchase food […]
5 New Jersey Beaches Are Under A Warning For Contaminated Waters
We're getting ready to head into one of the busiest weekends at the Jersey Shore, and it's been revealed that at least 5 New Jersey beaches are under warnings for excess bacteria. It's never something you want to see on the news and the reason for the contamination really stinks.
Five Jersey Shore beaches under fecal bacteria advisories on Tuesday, July 2
Five Jersey Shore beaches are under advisories for high levels of fecal bacterial on Tuesday, July 2, according to the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection. Fecal bacteria, or enterococci, is common in the excrement and intestines of animals, and was found in high levels in water samples collected at each of the five beaches on July 1. The bacteria is used as an indicator species to signify the likelihood that other illness-causing microbes, viruses or parasites...
Woman charged with stealing car from parking lot of Delaware Park
A Dover woman is behind bars, charged with stealing a car from the parking lot of Delaware Park while its owner was busy gambling inside. The incident happened shortly before 6 p.m. June 28 at the casino east of Newark, according to Delaware State Police. The woman plucked the car keys from the victim's jacket, which had been left unattended at a slot machine, police said. She then went out into the parking lot, found the Nissan Altima and drove away with it, police said. Detectives were able to identify the suspect as Breana Brooks, 28. Officers with the Dover Police Department located Brooks in the stolen car the following day. She was charged with motor vehicle theft and was jailed after failing to post $2,000 secured bond.
US gives key approval to Atlantic Shores offshore wind farm in NJ
The U.S. Interior Department has approved the proposed Atlantic Shores offshore wind farm in New Jersey. Tuesday's approval gives a major boost to a project that would be the state’s first. The project still requires an additional federal approval of its construction and operations plan and two state-level permits...
It's Always Sunny in Newark: Actor Glenn Howerton tends bar at Timothy's
Timothy’s of Newark was packed to the brim with fans of “It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia” on Thursday evening, when actor Glenn Howerton visited the restaurant and took a turn behind the bar. Howerton, who plays Dennis Reynolds in the hit comedy show, was in town to promote his new Four Walls Irish American Whiskey. He also visited several bars in Wilmington. The whiskey is a collaboration with Howerton’s co-stars,...
Suspect responsible for Rehoboth restaurant parking lot shooting arrested
REHOBOTH BEACH, Del. – A suspect is in custody following a shooting at a Rehoboth Beach restaurant parking lot last week. The incident happened just before 1 a.m. Friday, at the Big Chill Surf Cantina on Coastal Highway. Troopers were responding to the scene when they learned of a 27-year-old man suffering from a gunshot wound to his leg at a nearby hospital.
Rehoboth Officials to Discuss City Manager Hire Following FOIA Violation
REHOBOTH BEACH, DE - The Commissioners of Rehoboth Beach have scheduled a meeting to discuss their new City Manager’s contract after Delaware’s Attorney General found they had violated Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) laws in his hiring. Delaware’s Department of Justice issued an official opinion last week saying...
Delaware State University celebrating 31 years as an institution
DOVER, Del. – Happy anniversary to Delaware State University!. They’re celebrating 31 years since the transition from Delaware State College in 1993. Over the years the school has made changes to expand their programming, including adding a doctoral and associates program and education opportunities in Jamaica and Barbados. Enrollment at the school has doubled to more than 6,000 students over the years. In 2021, DSU became the first Historically Black College and University to acquire another HBCU, Wesley College. The school’s research has also raised millions of dollars from federal agencies.
1 dead after shooting at Lucky 7 corner store in Chester, Pa.
Police are investigating a fatal shooting at a corner store in Chester, Pa.Investigators say it happened just after 11 a.m. Tuesday on the 1100 block of Morton Avenue.Preliminary reports are that two people were arguing inside the Lucky 7 Store on the block.One of the individuals pulled out a gun and shot the other.The victim has not yet been identified.We're waiting for information on a possible suspect.
DSU Professor explains the SCOTUS ruling for the presidential immunity case
DELMARVA – The Supreme Court of the United States justices ruled 6-3 for broad immunity on Former President Donald Trump’s immunity case. Across the nation, many are speaking out on the importance a ruling like this has on presidential power. Constitutional Scholar from DSU Dr. Sam Hoff broke it down for WMDT. This ruling means that Trump and any other president has immunity for official acts made as president, but not immunity for personal acts made while serving as president. For former president Trump, this ruling impacts his trial surrounding his role in the January 6th insurrection.
Dredging on The Way for Indian River Near Millsboro
MILLSBORO, DE — Dredging operations were set to commence Monday on the navigational channel of the Indian River near Millsboro, addressing concerns that have plagued boaters for years. Residents like Diana Parker, whose property sits along the Indian River, have long awaited this project. She says along with the...
Kent Co. Library awarded Library of the Year
DOVER, Del. – The Kent County Public Library won 2024 Library of the Year during the Maryland-Delaware Library Association’s annual conference. This is one of the smallest libraries in the state with only 10,000 square feet. We want to hear your good news, just email newsroom@wmdt.com.
Delaware transplant recipient joins Philadelphia team for Transplant Games in Alabama
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- The world's largest celebration of life will happen this weekend in Alabama at the Transplant Games. A big group from the Philadelphia Gift of Life program will be there.The Transplant Games aim to help increase awareness about the need for more organ donors and celebrate life for transplant recipients.One of the competitors from Delaware will be part of the Philadelphia team.Onyi Kenine is back at Nemours Children's Hospital, the place that saved her life."When I was 10 months old in 2005, I got a liver transplant done here," Kenine said.She's 20 now, interning at the hospital and...
John's Roast Pork in South Philadelphia targeted by vandal while owner on vacation
John's Roast Pork, a popular restaurant in South Philadelphia, was hit by a vandal Sunday morning while the family that runs the shop was on vacation at the shore."Six hours we were on vacation. Six whole hours and this happened," said John Bucci Jr., who owns the third-generation, family-run restaurant.Just hours after closing up his shop on E. Snyder Avenue to take a brief vacation to the shore, a man wearing a mask and carrying a large bag was caught on camera smashing out a window and trying to get it.The man wasn't able to make it inside, but the...
Cheyney University, Oldest HBCU In U.S., Has Accreditation Reaffirmed
However, the school also referred to the decision to remove its probation as "long-overdue." Cheyney University of Pennsylvania, the nation’s oldest HBCU, has had its accreditation reaffirmed in a critical win. The institution had been on probation since November 2023. The HBCU revealed encouraging news of its reconfirmed status...
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