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Salisbury Man Sentenced to 105 Years in Prison
A Salisbury man has been sentenced after his conviction in June for assault, weapons and other offenses. Wicomico County Circuit Court Judge S. James Sarbanes has sentenced 36 year old Antonio Jarmon of Salisbury to 105 years in prison. Court officials say Jarmon has an extensive criminal history and was previously convicted of two separate 1st degree assaults and prohibited from possessing firearms. Court records show that Jarmon was charged with the following:
Five Minute Fly-By, episode 11
“Five Minute Fly-By” is a weekly newscast produced by Salisbury University Students. This week’s broadcast features stories by:. Special Thanks to WMDT's weather team for the weekly Weather Tidbits segment. Production Assistance: Kevin Diaz. Managing Producers: Angela Semig and Bryan Russo.
City of Salisbury Announces Julie English as the New City Clerk
SALISBURY, Maryland – The City of Salisbury is pleased to announce the appointment of Julie English as the new City Clerk. With nearly a decade of dedicated service to the City and three years of experience as an Assistant City Clerk, English brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to her new role.
The Insurance Market Employees Receive Prestigious ACRA Designation
Laurel, DE – The Insurance Market, an independent insurance and risk management firm, announced today that Ashley Mellin, Josselyn Lopez, Jessica Parrott, Roger Waters, Kim Russell, Sharmane Burrell, Sherry Pusey, Charles Stanfield, and Kristin Cline (not pictured) have all been awarded the Accredited Cyber Risk Advisor (ACRA) designation by the Beyond Insurance Global Network. The Accredited Cyber Risk Advisor is a unique type of insurance agent who understands today’s broad range of cyber exposures, regulations and claims facing businesses both nationally and internationally.
Salisbury Police Investigating Assault with a Machete
Salisbury Police are investigating an assault with a machete. Police say that a 30 year old male victim went to a residence on Virginia Avenue to have a discussion with the 33 year old male suspect when during the discussion the suspect obtained a machete and began swinging it at the victim. Another person was able to separate the two and the suspect left the area. The victim was treated for a non-life threatening injury. The suspect has been identified and police will apply for criminal charges through the District Court Commissioner’s Office.
Update On Esperanza Middle School Opening
LEONARDTOWN, MD - Esperanza Middle School will resume in-person instruction on Wednesday, August 28, 2024. Working with the St. Mary’s County Public Schools (SMCPS), ServPro was contracted to complete the mold mitigation process. ServPro has been on site, has developed a plan, and has begun their work. In an abundance of caution, additional air quality testing from ESI Environmental Solutions is being conducted and Esperanza Middle School (EMS) will remain virtual through Tuesday, August 27th. For both Monday, August 26th and Tuesday, August 27th students will follow the regular bell schedule to attend all of their classes online.
Local women speak on the importance on inclusivity in education and medicine
DELMARVA – Women’s Equality Day is a time to recognize the courage of generations of visionaries who fought to work toward a more equitable future for women and girls in America. This is also time to learn more about the challenges women face in the workplace, and how systems in place can be changed to make things equitable across the board.
Injured Bald Eagle Plucked From River in Daring Rescue By College Staffers in Maryland (WATCH)
A bald eagle, injured and alone near the Chesapeake Bay, earned an A+ for the staff at Washington College after they made a daring rescue along the rocky banks of the Chester River on Maryland’s Eastern Shore. Two weeks ago, David Kramer noticed a post on Facebook asking if...
Olde Kent Quilters Guild exhibit of small quilts is Sept. 1-28 at Heron Point
CHESTERTOWN — Olde Kent Quilters Guild will be bringing its exhibit of art quilts, wall quilts and other small works — titled “Shore Love Little Quilts!” — to Heron Point for the month of September. The public is invited to view from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily, Sept. 1-28. There is no admission cost.
Fall Roadwork to Begin in Ocean City
OCEAN CITY, MD - Roadwork is scheduled to begin on Baltimore Avenue in Worcester County after Labor Day. The Ocean City Maryland Chamber of Commerce is reminding residents that roadwork will begin on "the Baltimore Avenue corridor between 15th and 33rd Streets, including side streets up to 25 feet". Town...
*Update – Second Suspect Arrested* Detectives Seek Public’s Help to Locate Additional Suspect in Irrigation Copper Wire Thefts
Delaware State Police have arrested 39-year-old Michael Plummer of Greenwood, Delaware, for theft of copper wire from irrigation systems in Kent and Sussex Counties. Between April 12, 2024, and August 16, 2024, detectives from Troop 3 and Troop 4 investigated multiple thefts of copper wire from irrigation systems in the Bridgeville, Greenwood, and Houston areas. In each of the incidents, unknown suspects trespassed onto private properties, cut and removed copper wire from pivot irrigation systems, and caused significant damage to the equipment. Through investigative means, detectives identified Dorothy Wooleyhand and Michael Plummer as the suspects and obtained warrants for their arrest.
Former Ravens center Matt Skura posted a touching tribute to Joe D'Alessandris
Baltimore Ravens Offensive Line Coach Joe D’Alessandris passed away this weekend due to an undisclosed illness at 70. Tributes poured in from all over the football world, with former Ravens center Matt Skura providing one of the deepest and most powerful. Skura was signed as an undrafted free agent...
School Bus Camera Safety Program Implemented on BCPS Buses
Baltimore County Public Schools sent out a press release about a new School Bus Camera Safety Program for their buses. Here is their release:. Under a new initiative, focused on student safety, the Baltimore County Police Department has partnered with Baltimore County Public Schools and AngelTrax to install automated school bus enforcement cameras on nearly 1,000 buses that transport students to and from school and various programs within Baltimore County.
Orioles’ switch-hitters run counter to baseball’s trend: ‘I have 2 brains’
Ryan Fuller has taught hitting to 5-year-olds and currently coaches major leaguers. He’s worked with hundreds of aspiring hitters, but he’s never successfully converted one into a switch-hitter. Fuller, the Orioles’ co-hitting coach, has two skilled switch-hitters on his team, Adley Rutschman and Anthony Santander, but they hit...
Georgetown organization hosts overdose awareness event
AtTAcK Addiction’s Sussex County chapter hosts its seventh annual memorial event Tuesday for loved ones lost to overdose. The chapter invites community members to join at the Georgetown Circle. The event includes an open mic, educational resources and a candlelight vigil at the end of the night. Amy Rust,...
Tesla scores a $5-million order from Baltimore for a fleet of EVs
From its early days, Tesla captured the imagination of car consumers, but when it comes to the fleet market, the company’s record has been more mixed. In January, rental giant Hertz announced plans to sell thousands of the Teslas it had purchased a couple years earlier, and replace them with gas-guzzlers. Competitor Sixt faced a similar debacle in 2023. (To be fair, these mutual PR nightmares had little to do with the quality of Tesla’s vehicles, and everything to do with poor planning by the rental agencies.)
Sussex Veterans Treatment Court to graduate 100th participant
The Sussex County Veterans Treatment Court will celebrate a milestone Thursday as its 100th participant graduates. Veterans Treatment Court is generally available to veterans who are charged with nonviolent felonies and misdemeanors. Participants must attend regular court status conferences, participate in the development of their treatment plans, engage in community groups as required and cooperate with veteran mentors. Many in ... Read More
Mount Vernon Place Conservancy wins $750K ‘Save America’s Treasures’ grant
Mount Vernon Place Conservancy has been awarded the National Park Service’s “Save America’s Treasures” grant, a prestigious and highly competitive honor awarded under the NPS’s Historical Preservation Fund. The $750,000 grant will be used for Mount Vernon Place Conservancy’s next major restoration project: the revitalization...
‘Annapolis Songwriters Festival’ Returns September 12-15, 2024
ANNAPOLIS, Md. – The 3rd Annapolis Songwriters Festival will be held September 12 to 15, 2024 at venues around Annapolis, including historic City Dock. The four-day event will feature nationally-known and acclaimed singers and songwriters at ticketed events as well as free music showcases. The event is modeled after the renowned Key West Songwriters Festival, in its 29th year in 2025.
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