A federal judge has denied a motion to fully dismiss or stay a lawsuit against Perdue Farms over alleged PFAS contamination in Salisbury, allowing the suit to continue. Two of the four counts originally brought against Perdue were dismissed, however.
Federal judge allows second PFAS lawsuit against Perdue to continue, dismisses two counts
A federal judge has denied a motion to fully dismiss or stay a lawsuit against Perdue Farms Inc. over alleged PFAS contamination in Wicomico County, allowing the suit to continue.
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January 8, 2026 at 9:21 PM
A federal judge has denied a motion to fully dismiss or stay a lawsuit against Perdue Farms over alleged PFAS contamination in Salisbury, allowing the suit to continue. Two of the four counts originally brought against Perdue were dismissed, however.
Chopper 16 was overhead the body of a dead whale floating off the coast of Bethany Beach on Thursday. Officials have yet to release details on the marine mammal's death.
Dead whale spotted off Bethany Beach
Chopper 16 was overhead the body of a dead whale floating off the coast of Bethany Beach on Thursday.
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January 8, 2026 at 8:02 PM
Chopper 16 was overhead the body of a dead whale floating off the coast of Bethany Beach on Thursday. Officials have yet to release details on the marine mammal's death.
The proposed maintenance would require the bridge to remain in full, open position and closed to traffic. Officials say a detour would be needed for about 60 days, weather permitting.
MDOT to hold open house on US 13 Business bridge maintenance project in Pocomoke
The Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration is inviting the public to an open house this month to discuss an upcoming maintenance project on the historic US 13 Business
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January 8, 2026 at 5:45 PM
The proposed maintenance would require the bridge to remain in full, open position and closed to traffic. Officials say a detour would be needed for about 60 days, weather permitting.
Mardela High School announced it will be holding a special ceremony to honor National Wrestling Hall of Fame Coach Dion Johnson.
Mardela High School to honor Hall of Fame Coach Dion Johnson with gym naming
Mardela High School announced it will be holding a special ceremony to honor National Wrestling Hall of Fame Coach Dion Johnson.
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January 8, 2026 at 2:55 AM
Mardela High School announced it will be holding a special ceremony to honor National Wrestling Hall of Fame Coach Dion Johnson.
A Salisbury man is navigating two devastating blows to his family after Immigration and Customs Enforcement arrested his wife just days before their teenage son tragically passed away to cancer.
“She’s never going to see him”: Salisbury teen passes days after mother’s ICE arrest
A Salisbury man is navigating two devastating blows to his family after Immigration and Customs Enforcement arrested his wife just days before their teenage son tragically passed away to cancer.
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January 7, 2026 at 10:13 PM
A Salisbury man is navigating two devastating blows to his family after Immigration and Customs Enforcement arrested his wife just days before their teenage son tragically passed away to cancer.
The Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development announced Wednesday it is awarding more than $5.3 million in federal Community Development Block Grant funding to communities across the state, including several projects on Maryland’s Eastern Shore.
Maryland announces millions for rural housing and infrastructure improvements
The Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development announced Wednesday it is awarding more than $5.3 million in federal Community Development Block Grant funding to communities across the state, including
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January 7, 2026 at 9:53 PM
The Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development announced Wednesday it is awarding more than $5.3 million in federal Community Development Block Grant funding to communities across the state, including several projects on Maryland’s Eastern Shore.
The State of Delaware has released its 2025 Climate Action Plan, an updated roadmap aimed at cutting pollution, preparing communities for extreme weather, and reducing health risks that officials say are already being felt across the First State.
Delaware releases updated Climate Action Plan
The State of Delaware has released its 2025 Climate Action Plan, an updated roadmap aimed at cutting pollution, preparing communities for extreme weather, and reducing health risks that officials say
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January 7, 2026 at 8:09 PM
The State of Delaware has released its 2025 Climate Action Plan, an updated roadmap aimed at cutting pollution, preparing communities for extreme weather, and reducing health risks that officials say are already being felt across the First State.
Luckily, two patients reportedly refused EMS and had no injuries, according to the Delmar Fire Department.
Crash involving tractor trailer briefly snarls traffic on Rt 13 in Delmar
The Delmar Fire Department was on the scene of a crash involving a car and a tractor trailer on Wednesday.
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January 7, 2026 at 5:22 PM
Luckily, two patients reportedly refused EMS and had no injuries, according to the Delmar Fire Department.
The Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration has announced the start of a significant project at the intersection of US 50 and Old Railroad Road in Hebron to improve safety and traffic flow.
Construction begins for $3.5 million traffic improvement at Hebron intersection
The Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration has announced the start of a significant project at the intersection of US 50 and Old Railroad Road in Hebron to improve
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January 7, 2026 at 5:10 PM
The Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration has announced the start of a significant project at the intersection of US 50 and Old Railroad Road in Hebron to improve safety and traffic flow.
Delaware State Senator Dave Lawson (R-Marydel) has announced he will not be seeking re-election in 2026 and will retire at the end of his term.
Delaware State Senator Dave Lawson announces retirement
Delaware State Senator Dave Lawson (R-Marydel) has announced he will not be seeking re-election in 2026 and will retire at the end of his term.
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January 7, 2026 at 3:52 PM
Delaware State Senator Dave Lawson (R-Marydel) has announced he will not be seeking re-election in 2026 and will retire at the end of his term.
Easton has announced parking permits and metered parking enforcement will be on a temporary hold through Sunday, March 1.
Free parking in Easton through March 1
The town of Easton has announced parking permits and metered parking enforcement will be on a temporary hold through Sunday, March 1.
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January 7, 2026 at 3:47 AM
Easton has announced parking permits and metered parking enforcement will be on a temporary hold through Sunday, March 1.
Police in Dover are investigating a robbery reported late Sunday night in the unit block of Rockford Crossing.
Police search for suspect after scooter robbery in Dover
Police in Dover are investigating a robbery reported late Sunday night in the unit block of Rockford Crossing.
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January 6, 2026 at 8:47 PM
Police in Dover are investigating a robbery reported late Sunday night in the unit block of Rockford Crossing.
Five people were inside the home at the time of the shooting, according to state troopers. Luckily, no one was injured.
Unknown gunman opens fire on Frankford home, DSP investigating
The Delaware State Police are investigating a shooting incident in Frankford on Monday night.
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January 6, 2026 at 4:37 PM
Five people were inside the home at the time of the shooting, according to state troopers. Luckily, no one was injured.
Two Somerset County Sheriff’s deputies and a Maryland State Trooper were reportedly assaulted during a late-night incident involving a firearm threat in Princess Anne, according to police.
Police: Deputies assaulted, injured during firearm call in Princess Anne
Two Somerset County Sheriff’s deputies and a Maryland State Trooper were reportedly assaulted during a late-night incident involving a firearm threat in Princess Anne, according to police.
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January 5, 2026 at 10:13 PM
Two Somerset County Sheriff’s deputies and a Maryland State Trooper were reportedly assaulted during a late-night incident involving a firearm threat in Princess Anne, according to police.
The Milton Police Department says there will be no parking allowed on Federal Street and Union Street from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Jan. 6 or 7.
Milton paving project, parking restriction Jan. 6 and 7
The Milton Police Department says there will be no parking allowed on Federal Street and Union Street from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Jan. 6 or 7.
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January 5, 2026 at 9:46 PM
The Milton Police Department says there will be no parking allowed on Federal Street and Union Street from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Jan. 6 or 7.
The Delaware River and Bay Authority has announced an upcoming virtual public hearing focused on proposed changes to Cape May-Lewes Ferry fares.
Virtual hearing scheduled to discuss proposed Cape May-Lewes Ferry fare changes
The Delaware River and Bay Authority has announced an upcoming virtual public hearing focused on proposed changes to Cape May-Lewes Ferry fares.
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January 5, 2026 at 9:07 PM
The Delaware River and Bay Authority has announced an upcoming virtual public hearing focused on proposed changes to Cape May-Lewes Ferry fares.
According to investigators, a two-year-old child gained access to and discharged a gun, striking his four-year-old sibling in the leg.
Two-year-old accidentally shoots four-year-old sibling in Cordova
The Talbot County Sheriff’s Office is investigating an accidental shooting over the weekend in Cordova involving two children.
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January 5, 2026 at 9:00 PM
According to investigators, a two-year-old child gained access to and discharged a gun, striking his four-year-old sibling in the leg.
The Maryland Department of Natural Resources will open the winter firearm deer hunting season Jan. 9, 2026, in Deer Management Region B.
Maryland DNR to open winter firearm deer season Jan. 9
The Maryland Department of Natural Resources will open the winter firearm deer hunting season Jan. 9, 2026, in Deer Management Region B.
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January 5, 2026 at 6:34 PM
The Maryland Department of Natural Resources will open the winter firearm deer hunting season Jan. 9, 2026, in Deer Management Region B.
Delaware State Police announced all DSP State Bureau of Identification locations will be closed tomorrow, Jan. 5, as the agency honors killed DSP trooper Matthew "Ty" Snook
DSP State Bureau of Identification locations closed tomorrow as police honor killed trooper
Delaware State Police announced all DSP State Bureau of Identification locations will be closed tomorrow, Jan. 5, as the agency honors killed DSP trooper Matthew "Ty" Snook.
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January 4, 2026 at 10:16 PM
Delaware State Police announced all DSP State Bureau of Identification locations will be closed tomorrow, Jan. 5, as the agency honors killed DSP trooper Matthew "Ty" Snook
Delaware State Police say they are investigating after an incident where shots were fired in Magnolia Friday morning.
Shots fired in Magnolia, DSP investigating
Delaware State Police say they are investigating after an incident where shots were fired in Magnolia Friday morning.
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January 3, 2026 at 11:24 PM
Delaware State Police say they are investigating after an incident where shots were fired in Magnolia Friday morning.
DNREC's Division of Fish and Wildlife is reminding hunters to submit an application to hunt turkeys this season in Delaware.
Delaware turkey-hunting permit lottery applications due by Jan. 6
DNREC's Division of Fish and Wildlife is reminding hunters to submit an application to hunt turkeys this season in Delaware.
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January 3, 2026 at 8:22 PM
DNREC's Division of Fish and Wildlife is reminding hunters to submit an application to hunt turkeys this season in Delaware.
U.S. Senators from VA, DE and MD are criticizing President Trump following a U.S. operation in Venezuela.
https://www.wboc.com/news/regional/delaware-maryland-virginia-senators-criticize-trump-after-u-s-operation-captures-venezuelas-maduro/article_e5efaac1-f12b-4cba-9aa1-3ab4a990754d.html
https://www.wboc.com/news/regional/delaware-maryland-virginia-senators-criticize-trump-after-u-s-operation-captures-venezuelas-maduro/article_e5efaac1-f12b-4cba-9aa1-3ab4a990754d.html
Delaware, Maryland, Virginia senators criticize Trump after U.S. operation captures Venezuela's Maduro
U.S. Senators from Virginia, Delaware and Maryland are sharply criticizing President Donald Trump following a U.S. military and law enforcement operation in Venezuela that resulted in the capture of Venezuelan
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January 3, 2026 at 6:47 PM
U.S. Senators from VA, DE and MD are criticizing President Trump following a U.S. operation in Venezuela.
https://www.wboc.com/news/regional/delaware-maryland-virginia-senators-criticize-trump-after-u-s-operation-captures-venezuelas-maduro/article_e5efaac1-f12b-4cba-9aa1-3ab4a990754d.html
https://www.wboc.com/news/regional/delaware-maryland-virginia-senators-criticize-trump-after-u-s-operation-captures-venezuelas-maduro/article_e5efaac1-f12b-4cba-9aa1-3ab4a990754d.html
The State Department issued a new travel alert, urging Americans in Venezuela to “shelter in place."
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https://www.wboc.com/news/regional/the-latest-us-strikes-venezuela-captures-maduro-and-his-wife/article_2d38db75-f9d4-51a7-abb5-baa54e7e0371.html
The Latest: US strikes Venezuela, captures Maduro and his wife
The United States has launched a large-scale strike on Venezuela, capturing President Nicolás Maduro and his wife. President Donald Trump announced the operation on social media early Saturday. Venezuelan Vice
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January 3, 2026 at 6:14 PM
The State Department issued a new travel alert, urging Americans in Venezuela to “shelter in place."
https://www.wboc.com/news/regional/the-latest-us-strikes-venezuela-captures-maduro-and-his-wife/article_2d38db75-f9d4-51a7-abb5-baa54e7e0371.html
https://www.wboc.com/news/regional/the-latest-us-strikes-venezuela-captures-maduro-and-his-wife/article_2d38db75-f9d4-51a7-abb5-baa54e7e0371.html
TidalHealth has announced the first baby of 2026 born at their Nanticoke facility: Kylan Amari Cannon.
TidalHealth Nanticoke welcomes first baby of 2026
TidalHealth has announced the first baby of 2026 born at their Nanticoke facility: Kylan Amari Cannon.
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January 1, 2026 at 10:54 PM
TidalHealth has announced the first baby of 2026 born at their Nanticoke facility: Kylan Amari Cannon.
TidalHealth has announced the first baby of 2026 born at TidalHealth Peninsula Regional in Salisbury: Spencer Morgan Stanley.
TidalHealth announces first baby of 2026 in Salisbury
TidalHealth has announced the first baby of 2026 born at TidalHealth Peninsula Regional in Salisbury: Spencer Morgan Stanley.
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January 1, 2026 at 9:13 PM
TidalHealth has announced the first baby of 2026 born at TidalHealth Peninsula Regional in Salisbury: Spencer Morgan Stanley.