WICOMICO COUNTY, Md - Delmarva expects much more traffic this holiday weekend compared to previous years. And while many will venture to Ocean City for Memorial Day, Wicomico County may also see some visitors as well.
Britain scrambled fighter jets Friday to intercept a commercial airliner carrying more than 300 people from Pakistan, diverting it to an isolated runway at an airport on the outskirts of London and arresting two British...
Saturday, May 25 2013 5:37 PM EDT2013-05-25 21:37:08 GMT
CRISFIELD, Md. - It was a beautiful day out for bike riding as the Salisbury Jaycees pedaled for a cause.The group took to Somerset County for their sixth annual Soft Shell Metric Century bike ride. SomeMore >>
CRISFIELD, Md. - It was a beautiful day out for bike riding as the Salisbury Jaycees pedaled for a cause.More >>
Saturday, May 25 2013 5:34 PM EDT2013-05-25 21:34:28 GMT
SALISBURY, Md. – A woman sustained severe burn injuries after her clothing came into contact with an electric heater at a local car wash. Karen Jenkins was working at the Soft Touch Car Wash, when sheMore >>
SALISBURY, Md. – A woman sustained severe burn injuries after her clothing came into contact with an electric heater at a local car wash.More >>
Saturday, May 25 2013 5:15 PM EDT2013-05-25 21:15:38 GMT
SALISBURY, Md. - In just a few days, one local seventh grader will vie for a chance to win this year's Scripps National Spelling Bee.Khaled Mohamed won the inaugural UMES Spelling Bee two months ago, becomingMore >>
SALISBURY, Md. - In just a few days, one local seventh grader will vie for a chance to win this year's Scripps National Spelling Bee.More >>
Saturday, May 25 2013 5:04 PM EDT2013-05-25 21:04:51 GMT
WORCESTER CO., Md. - If you're hitting the road this holiday weekend, beware, you may be stopped at a police checkpoint.Maryland State Police are out in full force looking to track down impaired driversMore >>
WORCESTER CO., Md. - If you're hitting the road this holiday weekend, beware, you may be stopped at a police checkpoint.More >>
Saturday, May 25 2013 4:39 PM EDT2013-05-25 20:39:46 GMT
DOVER, Del. - Hundreds of people could soon be out of work at Dover Downs. The Casino is threatening layoffs for hundreds of workers, and says it will close restaurants if Delaware lawmakers don't lowerMore >>
DOVER, Del. - Hundreds of people may soon be out of work at Dover Downs.More >>
Saturday, May 25 2013 4:06 PM EDT2013-05-25 20:06:43 GMT
DOVER, Del. - Dover police are investigating three home invasions that happened yesterday, two of them were just miles apart. The first occurred just after 7 p.m. at the Woodmill Apartments. A black maleMore >>
DOVER, Del. - Dover police are investigating three home invasions that happened yesterday, two of them were just miles apart.More >>
Saturday, May 25 2013 3:51 PM EDT2013-05-25 19:51:57 GMT
DOVER, Del. - A Delaware man convicted of illegally touching a teenager at a sleep over party is getting a new trial. Steven Schwan's sex-offense convictions were reversed after the court realized theMore >>
DOVER, Del. - A Delaware man convicted of illegally touching a teenager at a sleep over party is getting a new trial.More >>
Saturday, May 25 2013 12:55 PM EDT2013-05-25 16:55:15 GMT
LEWES, Del. (AP) - There's some bad news for Memorial Day weekend travelers in Delaware. The Cape May-Lewes Ferry is closed for the day Saturday because of high winds in the area. Officials announcedMore >>
LEWES, Del. (AP) - There's some bad news for Memorial Day weekend travelers in Delaware.More >>
Friday, May 24 2013 11:50 PM EDT2013-05-25 03:50:34 GMT
SALISBURY, MD. - Salisbury police are taking aim at a new crime: shoplifting.They want to reduce the amount that's occurring in local commercial businesses, and one way they think will be effective isMore >>
SALISBURY, Md. - Salisbury police are taking aim at a new crime: shoplifting. More >>
Friday, May 24 2013 10:55 PM EDT2013-05-25 02:55:02 GMT
DOVER, Del. (AP) - Delaware's Supreme Court has reversed a judge's ruling overturning the conviction and death sentence of accused killer Jermaine Wright. The court ruled Friday that a Superior CourtMore >>
DOVER, Del. (AP) - Delaware's Supreme Court has reversed a judge's ruling overturning the conviction and death sentence of accused killer Jermaine Wright.More >>
Friday, May 24 2013 5:58 PM EDT2013-05-24 21:58:14 GMT
OCEAN CITY, Md. - With the summer season taking off, Ocean City lifeguards are back on duty. Saturday will be their first official day back on the sand and rookies will need to take a physical test toMore >>
OCEAN CITY, Md. - With the summer season taking off, Ocean City lifeguards are back on duty.More >>
Friday, May 24 2013 4:59 PM EDT2013-05-24 20:59:57 GMT
LEWES, Del. - If you enjoy the beach and want to learn more about how to stay safe, one local state park has a class for you. Cape Henlopen State Park is hosting "Driving on the Beach" workshop on Sunday,More >>
LEWES, Del. - If you enjoy the beach and want to learn more about how to stay safe, one local state park has a class for you. Cape Henlopen State Park is hosting "Driving on the Beach" workshop on Sunday, June 2 and Saturday, June 15 at 9:30 AM.More >>
Friday, May 24 2013 1:42 PM EDT2013-05-24 17:42:54 GMT
DOVER, Del. (AP) - The jury in the Kent County trial of two men charged in a 2011 bank robbery that resulted in shots being fired at police and a motel standoff is taking a break for the holiday weekend.More >>
DOVER, Del. (AP) - The jury in the Kent County trial of two men charged in a 2011 bank robbery that resulted in shots being fired at police and a motel standoff is taking a break for the holiday weekend.More >>
Friday, May 24 2013 11:21 AM EDT2013-05-24 15:21:40 GMT
DOVER, Del. (AP) - Correction officials say an inmate who failed to return to a community corrections center in Dover has been found.Officials said Friday that Dover police found 30-year-old Jason GroffMore >>
DOVER, Del. (AP) - Correction officials say an inmate who failed to return to a community corrections center in Dover has been found.More >>
Friday, May 24 2013 10:18 AM EDT2013-05-24 14:18:43 GMT
DOVER, Del. - If you are looking to pursue a career in law enforcement, one local police agency is hosting a class for you. Dover Police Department will be holding a "How To Succeed Seminar" for anyoneMore >>
DOVER, Del. - If you are looking to pursue a career in law enforcement, one local police agency is hosting a class for you.More >>
Friday, May 24 2013 10:08 AM EDT2013-05-24 14:08:36 GMT
LINCOLN, Del. - A driver is cited after a crash involving a tractor trailer and a SUV in Lincoln. Delaware State Police say on Friday morning, just after 7:05 AM, a Mercury Mountaineer, was stopped onMore >>
LINCOLN, Del. - A driver is cited after a crash involving a tractor trailer and a SUV in Lincoln.More >>
Friday, May 24 2013 9:32 AM EDT2013-05-24 13:32:57 GMT
LONG NECK, Del. - Chris Sweeney is like many residents in the Malone's Marina community of Long Neck. He's a boater, a fisherman and a family man. But now, he's a petitioner against an oyster farm movement."I'mMore >>
LONG NECK, Del. - Chris Sweeney is like many residents in the Malone's Marina community of Long Neck.More >>
Friday, May 24 2013 9:28 AM EDT2013-05-24 13:28:57 GMT
SALISBURY, Md. – About two weeks ago, the Wicomico County Health Department received a phone call from a resident who had their well water tested with results that came back positive for a volatile compoundMore >>
SALISBURY, Md. – About two weeks ago, the Wicomico County Health Department received a phone call from a resident who had their well water tested with results that came back positive for a volatile compoundMore >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 10:47 PM EDT2013-05-24 02:47:53 GMT
WMDT 47 NEWS - The Delmarva Shorebirds definitely didn't leave their bats at home. They beat the Greensboro Grasshoppers 10 to 4 Thursday night, scoring 7 in the fourth alone. Lucas Herbst and TorstenMore >>
WMDT 47 NEWS - The Delmarva Shorebirds definitely didn't leave their bats at home. They beat the Greensboro Grasshoppers 10 to 4 Thursday night, scoring 7 in the fourth alone. Lucas Herbst and TorstenMore >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 10:43 PM EDT2013-05-24 02:43:47 GMT
REHOBOTH BEACH, Del. - Beach resorts in Delaware are looking for a rebound after the damage caused by Superstorm Sandy and as the economy improves. Carol Everhart of the Rehoboth Beach-Dewey Beach ChamberMore >>
REHOBOTH BEACH, Del. - Beach resorts in Delaware are looking for a rebound after the damage caused by Superstorm Sandy and as the economy improves. Carol Everhart of the Rehoboth Beach-Dewey Beach ChamberMore >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 10:02 PM EDT2013-05-24 02:02:09 GMT
SUSSEX CO., Del. - June 1st marks the start of hurricane season and according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, there's a good chance for an above-average season.To prepare, SussexMore >>
SUSSEX CO., Del. - June 1st marks the start of hurricane season and according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, there's a good chance for an above-average season.To prepare, SussexMore >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 9:56 PM EDT2013-05-24 01:56:28 GMT
DELMAR, Md. - A local developer is finally set to break ground on a major music venue. Project coordinator Doug Marshall tells WMDT that the Delmar town manager passed a special exception vote to allowMore >>
DELMAR, Md. - A local developer is finally set to break ground on a major music venue.More >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 9:35 PM EDT2013-05-24 01:35:40 GMT
WICOMICO CO., Md. - Math may be a dreaded subject for some kids - but today - it took center stage at the seventh annual Wicomico Math 24 Challenge -- and 80 county school students were all smiles. FromMore >>
WICOMICO CO., Md. - Math may be a dreaded subject for some kids - but today - it took center stage at the seventh annual Wicomico Math 24 Challenge -- and 80 county school students were all smiles.More >>
The crash of a volunteer Angel Flight in upstate New York that killed at least two people is under investigation, and the search for the missing pilot is ongoing, authorities said.More >>
The search for the pilot of a volunteer Angel Flight that crashed in upstate New York, killing at least two people, ended unsuccessfully Saturday, a town official said.More >>
A woman has been killed in flooding in the San Antonio area.More >>
Torrential rains swamped San Antonio with flash floods on Saturday, leaving at least two people dead as emergency workers rushed to rescue more than 200 residents stranded in cars and homes.More >>
An Oregon high school student is being charged with attempted murder after the authorities say he planned to attack his high school with bombs.More >>
An Oregon teenager intended to blow up his school in a plot "forged and inspired by the model of the Columbine shootings" and he will be charged with attempted aggravated murder, a prosecutor said late Saturday.More >>
Washington state officials are scrambling to find a temporary fix for a bridge that collapsed on an important interstate highway and, incredibly, left just three motorists with injuries. Whatever the solution, it...More >>
The chairman of the National Transportation Safety Board said Saturday the bridge collapse in Washington state is a wake-up call for the nation.More >>
Marches and rallies against seed giant Monsanto were held across the U.S. and in dozens of other countries Saturday.More >>
Protesters rallied in dozens of cities Saturday as part of a global protest against seed giant Monsanto and the genetically modified food it produces, organizers said.More >>
The New York Police Department is investigating allegations made by actress Amanda Bynes that she was sexually assaulted by officers arresting her for throwing a bong out of a window.More >>
Internal Affairs officers on Saturday were looking into allegations made by actress Amanda Bynes that New York Police Department officers sexually assaulted her when she was charged with heaving a marijuana bong out the...More >>
Lebanese security officials say two rockets have slammed into a Beirut neighborhood that is a Hezbollah stronghold, wounding 3 people.More >>
Rockets slammed Sunday into two Beirut neighborhoods that are strongholds of Lebanon's Hezbollah group, wounding at least 4 people, Lebanese security officials and media said.More >>
Police say suspected Maoist rebels attacked a convoy of cars carrying local leaders and supporters of India's ruling Congress party in eastern India, killing at least 16 people and wounding 25 others.More >>
About 200 suspected Maoist rebels set off a land mine and opened fire on a convoy of cars carrying local leaders and supporters of India's ruling Congress party in the country's east, killing at least 28 people and...More >>
Argentine President Cristina Fernandez rallied a huge crowd Saturday night celebrating the 10-year government that she and her late husband Nestor Kirchner began in 2003. Her voice breaking, she called it a...More >>
Argentine President Cristina Fernandez rallied a huge crowd Saturday night celebrating the 10-year government that she and her late husband Nestor Kirchner began in 2003. Her voice breaking, she called it a victorious...More >>
Associated Press journalists open their notebooks at the 2013 Cannes Film Festival.More >>
In a May 24 Cannes Notebook item about jewelry at the Cannes Film Festival, The Associated Press reported erroneously that the Swavorski earrings Milla Jovovich wore cost $321,000. They cost $321.More >>
By The Associated Press Associated Press Bayern Munich defeated German rival Borussia Dortmund 2-1 in the Champions League final Saturday night, ending four years of frustration for Bayern in...More >>
By The Associated Press Associated Press Bayern Munich defeated German rival Borussia Dortmund 2-1 in the Champions League final Saturday night, ending four years of frustration for Bayern in Europe's...More >>
Cain Velasquez knocked down Antonio "Bigfoot" Silva with a combination and finished him on the ground 1:21 into the first round Saturday night, briskly defending his heavyweight title at UFC 160.More >>
Cain Velasquez finished his UFC heavyweight title defense in just 81 merciless seconds. Junior Dos Santos waited until the last minute to end his own bout in spectacular fashion.More >>
The woman hired to clean up Rutgers' scandal-scarred athletic program quit as Tennessee's women's volleyball coach 16 years ago after her players submitted a letter complaining she ruled through...More >>
The woman hired to clean up Rutgers' scandal-scarred athletic program quit as Tennessee's women's volleyball coach 16 years ago after her players submitted a letter complaining she ruled through humiliation, fear...More >>
Tim Duncan scored the first five points of overtime, and the San Antonio Spurs rallied from an 18-point deficit to beat the Memphis Grizzlies 104-93 Saturday night and move a win away from the NBA Finals.More >>
Tim Duncan is doing his very best to get the San Antonio Spurs back to the NBA Finals one more time.More >>
Jonathan Toews and Andrew Shaw scored power-play goals in the second period, and the Chicago Blackhawks avoided elimination with a 4-1 victory over the Detroit Red Wings on Saturday night in Game 5 of the...More >>
The power play returned in the second half of the second period. All it took was one brilliant tip by one of the youngest players on the ice and a well-placed shot by the captain of a team in trouble.More >>
Friday, May 24 2013 10:48 PM EDT2013-05-25 02:48:59 GMT
PHOENIX (AP) - Attorneys say an appeal is planned after a federal judge ruled that the office of America's self-proclaimed toughest sheriff systematically racially profiled Latinos in its trademark immigrationMore >>
PHOENIX (AP) - Attorneys say an appeal is planned after a federal judge ruled that the office of America's self-proclaimed toughest sheriff systematically racially profiled Latinos in its trademark immigration patrols.More >>
Friday, May 24 2013 9:50 PM EDT2013-05-25 01:50:03 GMT
DETROIT (AP) - General Motors Co. is recalling more than 27,000 Cadillac SUVs worldwide because the wheels can fall off. The company says the recall affects the 2013 Cadillac SRX with 18-inch wheels.More >>
DETROIT (AP) - General Motors Co. is recalling more than 27,000 Cadillac SUVs worldwide because the wheels can fall off.More >>
Friday, May 24 2013 5:49 PM EDT2013-05-24 21:49:12 GMT
WICOMICO CO., Md. - Wicomico County officials are speaking out after a council member alleges fraud.Last week, councilman Bob Culver publicly commented on the bid process for the new state's attorney buildingMore >>
WICOMICO CO., Md. - Wicomico County officials are speaking out after a council member alleges fraud.More >>
Friday, May 24 2013 5:41 PM EDT2013-05-24 21:41:58 GMT
EASTON, Md. - Nearly two years later, Police have charged a Smyrna man in connection with an Easton armed robbery. Easton Police say 33-year-old Larry Sexton was arrested on unrelated charges, and duringMore >>
EASTON, Md. - Nearly two years later, Police have charged a Smyrna man in connection with an Easton armed robbery.More >>
Friday, May 24 2013 5:19 PM EDT2013-05-24 21:19:13 GMT
SALISBURY, Md. - A local Police department is cracking down on shoplifting. Salisbury Police say they arrested seven people for shoplifting, between May 17th and 23rd, at different establishments throughoutMore >>
SALISBURY, Md. - A local Police department is cracking down on shoplifting. Salisbury Police say they arrested seven people for shoplifting, between May 17th and 23rd, at different establishments throughout the City. More >>
Friday, May 24 2013 3:57 PM EDT2013-05-24 19:57:17 GMT
HURLOCK, Md. - A domestic assault reportedly took place between a woman and her father on Thursday night. At 10:15 PM, Police responded to a call from 304 S. Main Street in reference to a reported assault.More >>
HURLOCK, Md. - A domestic assault reportedly took place between a woman and her father on Thursday night.More >>
Friday, May 24 2013 3:36 PM EDT2013-05-24 19:36:18 GMT
WASHINGTON (AP) - The National Park Service is ending unpaid leave for U.S. Park Police officers earlier than expected. National Park Service Director Jonathan B. Jarvis says the furloughs will endMore >>
WASHINGTON (AP) - The National Park Service is ending unpaid leave for U.S. Park Police officers earlier than expected.More >>
Friday, May 24 2013 1:45 PM EDT2013-05-24 17:45:38 GMT
DOVER, Del. (AP) - A federal judge in Wilmington has refused to alter the 20-year prison sentence he gave a former Claymont pharmacist who illegally distributed 45,000 Oxycodone pain pills. AttorneysMore >>
DOVER, Del. (AP) - A federal judge in Wilmington has refused to alter the 20-year prison sentence he gave a former Claymont pharmacist who illegally distributed 45,000 Oxycodone pain pills.More >>
Friday, May 24 2013 1:41 PM EDT2013-05-24 17:41:18 GMT
WASHINGTON (AP) - A day after laying out his counterterrorism vision, President Barack Obama is addressing future military leaders in a speech to U.S. Naval Academy graduates. It's a tradition for presidentsMore >>
WASHINGTON (AP) - A day after laying out his counterterrorism vision, President Barack Obama is addressing future military leaders in a speech to U.S. Naval Academy graduates.More >>
Friday, May 24 2013 10:56 AM EDT2013-05-24 14:56:30 GMT
WMDT 47 News -- A heads up for Virginians who want to stock up on supplies for the hurricane season. Starting Saturday, you will get a tax break that will spare residents state and local levies for itemsMore >>
WMDT 47 News -- A heads up for Virginians who want to stock up on supplies for the hurricane season.More >>
Friday, May 24 2013 9:26 AM EDT2013-05-24 13:26:46 GMT
HAMPTON, Va. (AP) - Virginia is likely to take control of 300 acres of the 565-acre site around Fort Monroe by the end of the month. Media outlets report that the Fort Monroe Authority voted ThursdayMore >>
HAMPTON, Va. (AP) - Virginia is likely to take control of 300 acres of the 565-acre site around Fort Monroe by the end of the month.More >>
Friday, May 24 2013 8:51 AM EDT2013-05-24 12:51:02 GMT
WASHINGTON (AP) - A day after laying out his counterterrorism vision, President Barack Obama is addressing future military leaders who could help carry it out in a speech to U.S. Naval Academy graduates.More >>
WASHINGTON (AP) - A day after laying out his counterterrorism vision, President Barack Obama is addressing future military leaders who could help carry it out in a speech to U.S. Naval Academy graduates.More >>
Friday, May 24 2013 6:12 AM EDT2013-05-24 10:12:25 GMT
RICHMOND, Va. (AP) - Virginia State Police will boost road patrols over the Memorial Day holiday weekend. Increased patrols begin Friday and continue through Monday night. It's part of the annual OperationMore >>
RICHMOND, Va. (AP) - Virginia State Police will boost road patrols over the Memorial Day holiday weekend.More >>
From the moment we first see their slimy little (but totally adorable) heads, we want the best for our babies -- and that includes their happiness. More >>
From the moment we first see their slimy little (but totally adorable) heads, we want the best for our babies -- and that includes their happiness. More >>
The trick to grilling great meals for Memorial Day and beyond is good planning.More >>
The trick to grilling great meals for Memorial Day and beyond is good planning. Let's take a look at some tools, decor and other essentials that will make meal prep on your deck or patio this Memorial Day something worthy of a mention in your next family newsletter.More >>
Working moms with young children may be always strapped for time, energy and money. But Gwyneth Paltrow has a solution that worked for her — and might work for you: modeling.More >>
Working moms with young children may be always strapped for time, energy and money. But Gwyneth Paltrow has a solution that worked for her — and might work for you: modeling.More >>
Friday, May 24 2013 3:31 PM EDT2013-05-24 19:31:12 GMT
SALISBURY, Md. - Police are investigating, after a man was reportedly found with a head wound in Salisbury. The Wicomico County Sheriff's Office, says they are on the scene on the corner of Dennis andMore >>
SALISBURY, Md. - Police are investigating, after a man was reportedly found with a head wound in Salisbury.More >>
Friday, May 24 2013 5:19 PM EDT2013-05-24 21:19:13 GMT
SALISBURY, Md. - A local Police department is cracking down on shoplifting. Salisbury Police say they arrested seven people for shoplifting, between May 17th and 23rd, at different establishments throughoutMore >>
SALISBURY, Md. - A local Police department is cracking down on shoplifting. Salisbury Police say they arrested seven people for shoplifting, between May 17th and 23rd, at different establishments throughout the City. More >>
Friday, May 24 2013 11:50 PM EDT2013-05-25 03:50:34 GMT
SALISBURY, MD. - Salisbury police are taking aim at a new crime: shoplifting.They want to reduce the amount that's occurring in local commercial businesses, and one way they think will be effective isMore >>
SALISBURY, Md. - Salisbury police are taking aim at a new crime: shoplifting. More >>
Friday, May 24 2013 4:37 PM EDT2013-05-24 20:37:06 GMT
DOVER, Del. - Two brothers have been charged with drug offenses, in Kent County. Dover Police say they wrapped up a month long drug investigation with a search of a home on Gleneagles Court. During theMore >>
DOVER, Del. - Two brothers have been charged with drug offenses, in Kent County.More >>
Saturday, May 25 2013 12:55 PM EDT2013-05-25 16:55:15 GMT
LEWES, Del. (AP) - There's some bad news for Memorial Day weekend travelers in Delaware. The Cape May-Lewes Ferry is closed for the day Saturday because of high winds in the area. Officials announcedMore >>
LEWES, Del. (AP) - There's some bad news for Memorial Day weekend travelers in Delaware.More >>
Friday, May 24 2013 3:21 PM EDT2013-05-24 19:21:43 GMT
DENTON, Md. - A wanted man is accused of leading Police on a chase with three small kids in the vehicle. The Caroline County Sheriff's Office says they were contacted by Easton Police on Tuesday, who saidMore >>
DENTON, Md. - A wanted man is accused of leading Police on a chase with three small kids in the vehicle.More >>
Friday, May 24 2013 5:49 PM EDT2013-05-24 21:49:12 GMT
WICOMICO CO., Md. - Wicomico County officials are speaking out after a council member alleges fraud.Last week, councilman Bob Culver publicly commented on the bid process for the new state's attorney buildingMore >>
WICOMICO CO., Md. - Wicomico County officials are speaking out after a council member alleges fraud.More >>
Friday, May 24 2013 10:08 AM EDT2013-05-24 14:08:36 GMT
LINCOLN, Del. - A driver is cited after a crash involving a tractor trailer and a SUV in Lincoln. Delaware State Police say on Friday morning, just after 7:05 AM, a Mercury Mountaineer, was stopped onMore >>
LINCOLN, Del. - A driver is cited after a crash involving a tractor trailer and a SUV in Lincoln.More >>
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