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  • Wednesday, May 22 2013 6:49 PM EDT2013-05-22 22:49:27 GMT
    WMDT 47 NEWS - So far, in Oklahoma, it's estimated that this tornado did more than $2 billion worth of damage. And the American Red Cross is hard at work assisting with recovery efforts. The Lower Shore
    WMDT 47 NEWS - So far, in Oklahoma, it's estimated that this tornado did more than $2 billion worth of damage. And the American Red Cross is hard at work assisting with recovery efforts.

  • Wednesday, May 22 2013 6:36 PM EDT2013-05-22 22:36:49 GMT
    WICOMICO Co., Md. - Wicomico County and the City of Salisbury want to remind you to pay your taxes. More than 1,100 properties in the county still owe taxes to the county and city government. That's $2.3
    WICOMICO Co., Md. - Wicomico County and the City of Salisbury want to remind you to pay your taxes. More than 1,100 properties in the county still owe taxes to the county and city government. That's $2.3

  • Wednesday, May 22 2013 6:21 PM EDT2013-05-22 22:21:32 GMT
    SUSSEX Co., Md. - It appears the Sussex County budget is looking bright, thanks to local real estate - the county's largest source of income. Officials are budgeting for $16 million in revenue for Fiscal
    SUSSEX Co., Md. - It appears the Sussex County budget is looking bright, thanks to local real estate - the county's largest source of income. Officials are budgeting for $16 million in revenue for Fiscal

  • Wednesday, May 22 2013 6:15 PM EDT2013-05-22 22:15:10 GMT
    DOVER, Del. - State officials are hosting a two-day conference on Delaware's child protection system. It's aimed at improving how professionals can work together to respond to child abuse and neglect
    DOVER, Del. - State officials are hosting a two-day conference on Delaware's child protection system. It's aimed at improving how professionals can work together to respond to child abuse and neglect

  • Wednesday, May 22 2013 6:10 PM EDT2013-05-22 22:10:33 GMT
    SALISBURY, Md. - More than $200,000 of federal grant money is going to the Salisbury Fire Department.  The money will be used to purchase 55 digital portable radios which would replace the old and outdated
    SALISBURY, Md. - More than $200,000 of federal grant money is going to the Salisbury Fire Department.  The money will be used to purchase 55 digital portable radios which would replace the old and outdated

  • Wednesday, May 22 2013 5:47 PM EDT2013-05-22 21:47:08 GMT
    CRISFIELD, Md. - The McCready Foundation in Crisfield announced today that they've had to lay off 18 people. The Foundation says they released two employees from their nursing home, and the remaining 16
    CRISFIELD, Md. - The McCready Foundation in Crisfield announced today that they've had to lay off 18 people.

  • Wednesday, May 22 2013 5:43 PM EDT2013-05-22 21:43:45 GMT
    OCEAN CITY, Md. - A Maryland man is accused of leading police on a chase through a local beach town. Ocean City Police say officers tried to stop a vehicle in Coastal Highway near 74th Street, for suspicion
    OCEAN CITY, Md. - A Maryland man is accused of leading police on a chase through a local beach town.

  • Wednesday, May 22 2013 5:24 PM EDT2013-05-22 21:24:08 GMT
    SALISBURY, Md. - The Health Department of Wicomico County is investigating another contamination of groundwater in the county. Officials say that 1, 2 Dichloropropane has been found in private wells in
    SALISBURY, Md. - The Health Department of Wicomico County is investigating another contamination of groundwater in the county.

  • Wednesday, May 22 2013 4:16 PM EDT2013-05-22 20:16:11 GMT
    RICHMOND, Va. (AP) - Virginia's U.S. senators have introduced a bill to allow offshore energy leases off the coast of Virginia.    Democratic Sens. Mark Warner and Tim Kaine introduced The Virginia Outer
    RICHMOND, Va. (AP) - Virginia's U.S. senators have introduced a bill to allow offshore energy leases off the coast of Virginia.

  • Wednesday, May 22 2013 4:13 PM EDT2013-05-22 20:13:07 GMT
    BERLIN, Md. - Police say there could be a possibility of more victims in a recent burglary string. Berlin Police Department, and Worcester County Bureau of Investigations are asking residents in and around
    BERLIN, Md. - Police say there could be a possibility of more victims in a recent burglary string.

  • Wednesday, May 22 2013 3:20 PM EDT2013-05-22 19:20:31 GMT
    WICOMICO CO., Md. - On Thursday night, select students from across Wicomico County will get to show off their math skills. It's the 7th annual Math 24 Tournament! Students in elementary and middle school
    WICOMICO CO., Md. - On Thursday night, select students from across Wicomico County will get to show off their math skills.

  • Wednesday, May 22 2013 3:06 PM EDT2013-05-22 19:06:51 GMT
    PHOENIX (AP) - Jurors in the Jodi Arias murder trial told the judge they've been unable to reach a unanimous verdict on whether she should be sentenced to life or death.    The judge sent them back to
    PHOENIX (AP) - Jurors in the Jodi Arias murder trial told the judge they've been unable to reach a unanimous verdict on whether she should be sentenced to life or death.

  • Wednesday, May 22 2013 2:53 PM EDT2013-05-22 18:53:11 GMT
    SALISBURY, Md. - On Wednesday, the Delmarva Shorebirds took home the win at Perdue Stadium in game three against the Lakewood Blueclaws, with a score of 8 to 6. It wasn't enough to win them the series,
    SALISBURY, Md. - On Wednesday, the Delmarva Shorebirds took home the win at Perdue Stadium in game three against the Lakewood Blueclaws, with a score of 8 to 6.

  • Wednesday, May 22 2013 2:21 PM EDT2013-05-22 18:21:08 GMT
    RICHMOND, Va. (AP) - Fewer Virginians are expected to travel at least 50 miles from home during the Memorial Day weekend.    AAA Mid-Atlantic said Wednesday that it expects slightly more than 1 million
    RICHMOND, Va. (AP) - Fewer Virginians are expected to travel at least 50 miles from home during the Memorial Day weekend.

  • Wednesday, May 22 2013 1:55 PM EDT2013-05-22 17:55:00 GMT
    EASTON, Md. - An alleged panhandler has been arrested in Easton. According to the report, Easton Police arrived at Wawa, where they found Robert Massey Jr., 53, of Federalsburg. He was arrested, for trespassing
    EASTON, Md. - An alleged panhandler has been arrested in Easton. According to the report, Easton Police arrived at Wawa, where they found Robert Massey Jr., 53, of Federalsburg.

  • Wednesday, May 22 2013 12:13 PM EDT2013-05-22 16:13:14 GMT
    CAMBRIDGE, Md. - A man is accused of threatening to burn down his ex-wife's home. Cambridge Police say 31-year-old Rusty Tyler made a threat of arson against his estranged spouse. Tyler was arrested, charged
    CAMBRIDGE, Md. - A man is accused of threatening to burn down his ex-wife's home.

  • Wednesday, May 22 2013 11:38 AM EDT2013-05-22 15:38:44 GMT
    CAMBRIDGE, Md. - A wanted fugitive is now behind bars in Dorchester County. Cambridge Police say they stopped a vehicle on Wednesday, just before 3:20 AM, for a traffic violation, on Rigby Avenue. During
    CAMBRIDGE, Md. - A wanted fugitive is now behind bars in Dorchester County. Cambridge Police say they stopped a vehicle on Wednesday, just before 3:20 AM, for a traffic violation, on Rigby Avenue.

  • Wednesday, May 22 2013 11:20 AM EDT2013-05-22 15:20:11 GMT
    MOORE, Okla. (AP) - The Oklahoma Insurance Department says a preliminary estimate suggests the cost of the tornado that hit the Oklahoma City suburb of Moore could be more than $2 billion.    Spokeswoman
    MOORE, Okla. (AP) - The Oklahoma Insurance Department says a preliminary estimate suggests the cost of the tornado that hit the Oklahoma City suburb of Moore could be more than $2 billion.

  • Wednesday, May 22 2013 10:43 AM EDT2013-05-22 14:43:55 GMT
    RICHMOND, Va. (AP) - Sen. Mark R. Warner says he's introduced legislation that would better track the restoration of the Chesapeake Bay.The Virginia Democrat says the legislation would require the Office
    RICHMOND, Va. (AP) - Sen. Mark R. Warner says he's introduced legislation that would better track the restoration of the Chesapeake Bay.

  • Wednesday, May 22 2013 10:42 AM EDT2013-05-22 14:42:41 GMT
    OCEAN CITY, Md. -- It's a brand new day and new season in Ocean City, and officials are excited to bring back a famous landmark destroyed by Superstorm Sandy. Just in time for Memorial Day Weekend the
    OCEAN CITY, Md. -- It's a brand new day and new season in Ocean City, and officials are excited to bring back a famous landmark destroyed by Superstorm Sandy.

  • Wednesday, May 22 2013 10:32 AM EDT2013-05-22 14:32:53 GMT
    NEW YORK (AP) - Robin Roberts will tell the story of her battle with a life-threatening illness in a new memoir.    Grand Central Publishing says the "Good Morning America" anchor will write the as-yet-untitled
    NEW YORK (AP) - Robin Roberts will tell the story of her battle with a life-threatening illness in a new memoir.

  • Wednesday, May 22 2013 10:26 AM EDT2013-05-22 14:26:02 GMT
    WASHINGTON (AP) - The FBI says a man being questioned by authorities in the Boston bombing probe was fatally shot when he initiated a violent confrontation.    The shooting incident early Wednesday took
    WASHINGTON (AP) - The FBI says a man being questioned by authorities in the Boston bombing probe was fatally shot when he initiated a violent confrontation.

  • Wednesday, May 22 2013 10:15 AM EDT2013-05-22 14:15:39 GMT
    WMDT 47 NEWS - With the temperatures on the rise, so is power consumption. Choptank Electric is asking members to "beat the peak" on Wednesday, May 22nd between 3:00 and 7:00 PM. You can help by turning
    WMDT 47 NEWS - With the temperatures on the rise, so is power consumption. Choptank Electric is asking members to "beat the peak" on Wednesday, May 22nd between 3:00 and 7:00 PM.

  • Wednesday, May 22 2013 5:34 AM EDT2013-05-22 09:34:25 GMT
    RICHMOND, Va. (AP) - An authority promoting the development of wind power off Virginia's coast is scheduled to meet in Richmond.    The Virginia Offshore Wind Development Authority is meeting Thursday.
    RICHMOND, Va. (AP) - An authority promoting the development of wind power off Virginia's coast is scheduled to meet in Richmond.

  • Wednesday, May 22 2013 5:30 AM EDT2013-05-22 09:30:54 GMT
    NEWARK, Del. (AP) - Delaware State Police are investigating an attempted carjacking of an elderly woman in Newark.    Police say the 82-year-old woman was finishing her shopping at the Fox Run Shopping
    NEWARK, Del. (AP) - Delaware State Police are investigating an attempted carjacking of an elderly woman in Newark.

  • Wednesday, May 22 2013 12:38 AM EDT2013-05-22 04:38:26 GMT
    OCEAN CITY, Md. - Paid parking isn't anything new for Ocean City, but Monday night, the City Council voted to add six new metered parking sites throughout the beach town.  "A lot of people that come here
    OCEAN CITY, Md. - Paid parking isn't anything new for Ocean City, but Monday night, the City Council voted to add six new metered parking sites throughout the beach town.  "A lot of people that come here

  • Tuesday, May 21 2013 11:59 PM EDT2013-05-22 03:59:51 GMT
    SUSSEX CO., Del. - Cape Henlopen School District is looking at making some changes to their elementary schools in light of what they say is a good problem: increased enrollment from more families with
    SUSSEX CO., Del. - Cape Henlopen School District is looking at making some changes to their elementary schools in light of what they say is a good problem: increased enrollment from more families with

  • Tuesday, May 21 2013 11:01 PM EDT2013-05-22 03:01:20 GMT
    OCEAN CITY, Md. - One contentious issue in Ocean City budget skated through with no problem Monday night, and now the Ocean Bowl skate park will remain open *year round*. Apparently there was an unused
    OCEAN CITY, Md. - One contentious issue in Ocean City budget skated through with no problem Monday night, and now the Ocean Bowl skate park will remain open *year round*. Apparently there was an unused

  • Tuesday, May 21 2013 11:00 PM EDT2013-05-22 03:00:14 GMT
    SALISBURY, Md. - Most of us do it – buckling up as soon as we get in the car.  But for those who don't - know this: for the next few weeks, law enforcement is watching.It's all part of the 2013 nationwide
    SALISBURY, Md. - Most of us do it – buckling up as soon as we get in the car.  But for those who don't - know this: for the next few weeks, law enforcement is watching.

  • Tuesday, May 21 2013 10:58 PM EDT2013-05-22 02:58:58 GMT
    WMDT 47 NEWS - The Shorebirds got trounced Tuesday night 9-2. The Lakewood BlueClaws scored early and often, jumping all over Delmarva Shorebirds pitching in the first half of the game. Matt Hobgood came
    WMDT 47 NEWS - The Shorebirds got trounced Tuesday night 9-2. The Lakewood BlueClaws scored early and often, jumping all over Delmarva Shorebirds pitching in the first half of the game. Matt Hobgood came

  • Tuesday, May 21 2013 10:52 PM EDT2013-05-22 02:52:22 GMT
    OCEAN CITY, Md. - Ocean City is partnering with Maryland highway officials to launch a pedestrian safety campaign for the busy summer months.    Last summer, two pedestrians were killed and 13 were injured
    OCEAN CITY, Md. - Ocean City is partnering with Maryland highway officials to launch a pedestrian safety campaign for the busy summer months.    Last summer, two pedestrians were killed and 13 were injured

  • Tuesday, May 21 2013 10:50 PM EDT2013-05-22 02:50:41 GMT
    DOVER, Del. - Legislative budget writers have appropriated $200,000 for a gun buyback program that would be administered by Delaware State Police.    Members of the Joint Finance Committee voted 7-to-5
    DOVER, Del. - Legislative budget writers have appropriated $200,000 for a gun buyback program that would be administered by Delaware State Police.    Members of the Joint Finance Committee voted 7-to-5

  • Tuesday, May 21 2013 10:48 PM EDT2013-05-22 02:48:05 GMT
    DOVER, Del. - Legislative budget writers have approved more than $1.5 million in new spending to beef up security at Delaware courthouses.    Among the spending approved Tuesday by members of the Joint
    DOVER, Del. - Legislative budget writers have approved more than $1.5 million in new spending to beef up security at Delaware courthouses.    Among the spending approved Tuesday by members of the Joint

  • Tuesday, May 21 2013 6:12 PM EDT2013-05-21 22:12:49 GMT
    OCEAN CITY, Md. - The town of Ocean City is offering a new perk for visitors. Starting Friday May24th, free WiFi will be available at points along the boardwalk. The service will be provided by Xfinity
    OCEAN CITY, Md. - The town of Ocean City is offering a new perk for visitors.

  • Tuesday, May 21 2013 6:09 PM EDT2013-05-21 22:09:34 GMT
    SALISBURY, Md. - It looks like some students at Beaver Run Elementary are learning the value of good behavior. Students in first and second grade have been working on a project called "Students Under Construction,"
    SALISBURY, Md. - It looks like some students at Beaver Run Elementary are learning the value of good behavior.

  • Tuesday, May 21 2013 6:05 PM EDT2013-05-21 22:05:45 GMT
    SUSSEX CO., Del. - Officials in Sussex County have unveiled their 2014 fiscal budget. The proposed budget stands at $117.7 million. WMDT spoke with the County Administrator, who said the main focus would
    SUSSEX CO., Del. - Officials in Sussex County have unveiled their 2014 fiscal budget. The proposed budget stands at $117.7 million.

  • Tuesday, May 21 2013 5:40 PM EDT2013-05-21 21:40:44 GMT
    SALISBURY, Md. - New information in a single vehicle crash that happened in Salisbury last night. The Wicomico County Sheriff's Office responded to Snow Hill Road near Johnson Road around 10:15. Initial
    SALISBURY, Md. - New information in a single vehicle crash that happened in Salisbury last night. The Wicomico County Sheriff's Office responded to Snow Hill Road near Johnson Road around 10:15.

  • Tuesday, May 21 2013 5:00 PM EDT2013-05-21 21:00:33 GMT
    MOORE, Okla. (AP) - The fire chief in the Oklahoma City suburb raked by a massive tornado says the search for survivors and the dead is almost complete.    Fire Chief Gary Bird said Tuesday that he's "98
    MOORE, Okla. (AP) - The fire chief in the Oklahoma City suburb raked by a massive tornado says the search for survivors and the dead is almost complete.

  • Tuesday, May 21 2013 4:29 PM EDT2013-05-21 20:29:01 GMT
    MOORE, Okla. (AP) - The National Weather Service says the tornado that hit Moore, Okla., was a top-of-the-scale EF-5 twister with winds of at least 200 mph.    Spokeswoman Keli Pirtle said Tuesday the
    MOORE, Okla. (AP) - The National Weather Service says the tornado that hit Moore, Okla., was a top-of-the-scale EF-5 twister with winds of at least 200 mph.

  • Tuesday, May 21 2013 4:26 PM EDT2013-05-21 20:26:19 GMT
    OCEAN CITY, Md. - A Salisbury man has been charged after causing a four vehicle pile up. Ocean City Police say on Saturday, around 11:35 AM, two officers in a police car were stopped at a traffic light
    OCEAN CITY, Md. - A Salisbury man has been charged after causing a four vehicle pile up.

  • Tuesday, May 21 2013 3:36 PM EDT2013-05-21 19:36:03 GMT
    SOMERSET CO., Md. - Steven Akers was in court for trial Tuesday morning. He's been sentenced to five years all but one suspended and three years supervised probation. This means he'll spend one year in
    SOMERSET CO., Md. - Steven Akers was in court for trial Tuesday morning. He's been sentenced to five years all but one suspended and three years supervised probation.

  • Tuesday, May 21 2013 3:23 PM EDT2013-05-21 19:23:34 GMT
    HANOVER, Md. (AP) - Maryland Live! is starting to build a poker room.    The casino in Anne Arundel County announced Tuesday that the poker room will be 14,800 square feet.    The casino says it's scheduled
    HANOVER, Md. (AP) - Maryland Live! is starting to build a poker room.

  • Tuesday, May 21 2013 3:15 PM EDT2013-05-21 19:15:28 GMT
    MILFORD, Del. - A Pennsylvania man has been arrested after allegedly hitting a police officer. Milford Police say they charged 40-year-old William Kittrell after he walked up to an off duty officer, and
    MILFORD, Del. - A Pennsylvania man has been arrested after allegedly hitting a police officer. Milford Police say they charged 40-year-old William Kittrell after he walked up to an off duty officer, and punched them in the back of the head on May 4th, around 1 PM.

  • Tuesday, May 21 2013 2:12 PM EDT2013-05-21 18:12:14 GMT
    PHOENIX (AP) - Jodi Arias has told a jury that she can contribute to society from prison if she is allowed to live.    Arias address the jury Tuesday in the penalty phase of her trial as the panel considers
    PHOENIX (AP) - Jodi Arias has told a jury that she can contribute to society from prison if she is allowed to live.

  • Tuesday, May 21 2013 1:25 PM EDT2013-05-21 17:25:10 GMT
    DOVER, Del. (AP) - A Rehoboth Beach resident has filed a federal lawsuit challenging the town's new $40 parking permit fee for motorized scooters.    In a complaint filed Monday, Lawrence Myslewski says
    DOVER, Del. (AP) - A Rehoboth Beach resident has filed a federal lawsuit challenging the town's new $40 parking permit fee for motorized scooters.

  • Tuesday, May 21 2013 1:21 PM EDT2013-05-21 17:21:29 GMT
    SEAFORD, Del. - A fatal motorcycle crash in Seaford is under investigation. Seaford Police say on Monday, around 5:00 PM, an officer on patrol noticed a motorcycle, where the passenger didn't have a helmet.
    SEAFORD, Del. - A fatal motorcycle crash in Seaford is under investigation. Seaford Police say on Monday, around 5:00 PM, an officer on patrol noticed a motorcycle, where the passenger didn't have a helmet.

  • Tuesday, May 21 2013 12:44 PM EDT2013-05-21 16:44:45 GMT
    NEW CASTLE, Del. (AP) - Officials say a man has been injured in an explosion at a home in New Castle.    City police, firefighters and a state fire marshal responded to the home on Van Dyke Drive on Tuesday
    NEW CASTLE, Del. (AP) - Officials say a man has been injured in an explosion at a home in New Castle.

  • Tuesday, May 21 2013 12:26 PM EDT2013-05-21 16:26:00 GMT
    WILLIAMSBURG, Va. (AP) - James City County police say a man who was dragged 4 miles by a car has died from his injuries.    Police identified the victim as 30-year-old Letroy Prince Wallace of James City
    WILLIAMSBURG, Va. (AP) - James City County police say a man who was dragged 4 miles by a car has died from his injuries.

  • Tuesday, May 21 2013 11:33 AM EDT2013-05-21 15:33:18 GMT
    MOORE, Okla. (AP) - The state medical examiner's office has revised the death toll from a tornado in an Oklahoma City suburb to 24 people, including nine children.
    MOORE, Okla. (AP) - The state medical examiner's office has revised the death toll from a tornado in an Oklahoma City suburb to 24 people, including nine children.

  • Tuesday, May 21 2013 8:39 AM EDT2013-05-21 12:39:16 GMT
    FRUITLAND, Md. - Four people have been arrested in connection with an alleged armed robbery in Wicomico County. Fruitland Police Department say on Saturday morning, around 3:00 AM, two men were lured into
    FRUITLAND, Md. - Four people have been arrested in connection with an alleged armed robbery in Wicomico County.

  • Tuesday, May 21 2013 8:12 AM EDT2013-05-21 12:12:40 GMT
    DOVER, Del. (AP) - Dover police say a Georgia man tried to flush nearly three kilograms of PCP when he was found at a vacant property.    Police announced Tuesday that officers called to a home on Heritage
    DOVER, Del. (AP) - Dover police say a Georgia man tried to flush nearly three kilograms of PCP when he was found at a vacant property.

  • Tuesday, May 21 2013 8:05 AM EDT2013-05-21 12:05:29 GMT
    STEVENSVILLE, Md. - A lawn mower caper costs a local business owner close to 60-thousand dollars. According to the Queen Anne County Sheriff's office, the owner of a landscaping company reported that his
    STEVENSVILLE, Md. - A lawn mower caper costs a local business owner close to 60-thousand dollars. According to the Queen Anne County Sheriff's office, the owner of a landscaping company reported that his utility trailer was missing from a parking lot on Butterworth Court.

  • Tuesday, May 21 2013 7:50 AM EDT2013-05-21 11:50:56 GMT
    WASHINGTON D.C.  - President Barack Obama has declared a major disaster in Oklahoma as the state recovers from a massive tornado that ripped through the Oklahoma City suburbs Monday, killing dozens and
    WASHINGTON D.C.  - President Barack Obama has declared a major disaster in Oklahoma as the state recovers from a massive tornado that ripped through the Oklahoma City suburbs Monday, killing dozens and

  • Tuesday, May 21 2013 7:42 AM EDT2013-05-21 11:42:42 GMT
    ANNAPOLIS, Md. (AP) - Gov. Martin O'Malley is swearing in a new head of the Maryland Department of Natural Resources.    Joseph Gill will be formally sworn in on Tuesday in Annapolis. Gill replaces John
    ANNAPOLIS, Md. (AP) - Gov. Martin O'Malley is swearing in a new head of the Maryland Department of Natural Resources.
      

  • Tuesday, May 21 2013 7:04 AM EDT2013-05-21 11:04:26 GMT
    NEWARK, Del. (AP) - Appoquinimink High School officials say a gym teacher and head baseball coach is on administrative leave and barred from contact with students after an arrest on indecent exposure charges.
    NEWARK, Del. (AP) - Appoquinimink High School officials say a gym teacher and head baseball coach is on administrative leave and barred from contact with students after an arrest on indecent exposure charges.
      

  • Tuesday, May 21 2013 5:38 AM EDT2013-05-21 09:38:46 GMT
    NEWARK, Del. (AP) - Gov. Jack Markell is joining officials with GE Aviation to tout the addition of about 70 jobs at the company's Newark plant.    GE Aviation says it plans to add 70 jobs at the Newark
    NEWARK, Del. (AP) - Gov. Jack Markell is joining officials with GE Aviation to tout the addition of about 70 jobs at the company's Newark plant.

  • Tuesday, May 21 2013 5:33 AM EDT2013-05-21 09:33:56 GMT
    RICHMOND, Va. (AP) - State Police statistics show both violent and property crimes fell about 3 percent in Virginia in 2012 compared to the year before.    The report released Monday showed there were
    RICHMOND, Va. (AP) - State Police statistics show both violent and property crimes fell about 3 percent in Virginia in 2012 compared to the year before.

  • Tuesday, May 21 2013 5:29 AM EDT2013-05-21 09:29:22 GMT
    NEW CASTLE, Del. (AP) - The panel that sets Delaware's official financial projections is increasing its revenue estimates over last month's figures.    The Delaware Economic and Financial Advisory Council
    NEW CASTLE, Del. (AP) - The panel that sets Delaware's official financial projections is increasing its revenue estimates over last month's figures.

  • Tuesday, May 21 2013 12:38 AM EDT2013-05-21 04:38:47 GMT
    OCEAN CITY, Md. - During a nearly 6 hour, highly contentious, Ocean City City Budget meeting, the council discussed and voted on a number of key issues on the table. The budget passed Monday night with
    OCEAN CITY, Md. - During a nearly 6 hour, highly contentious, Ocean City City Budget meeting, the council discussed and voted on a number of key issues on the table. The budget passed Monday night with

  • Tuesday, May 21 2013 12:05 AM EDT2013-05-21 04:05:27 GMT
    WMDT 47 NEWS - The Shorebirds scored 1 in the first inning, and that was it for the home team in their loss to the Lakewood BlueClaws Monday night.Lakewood starter Jonathan Musser went 5 complete innings
    WMDT 47 NEWS - The Shorebirds scored 1 in the first inning, and that was it for the home team in their loss to the Lakewood BlueClaws Monday night.Lakewood starter Jonathan Musser went 5 complete innings

  • Tuesday, May 21 2013 12:01 AM EDT2013-05-21 04:01:15 GMT
    SALISBURY, Md. - A single vehicle accident on Snow Hill and Johnson Road sends the passenger to the hospital with unspecified injuries. The truck swerved off the road and caught the supportive wire to
    SALISBURY, Md. - A single vehicle accident on Snow Hill and Johnson Road sends the passenger to the hospital with unspecified injuries. The truck swerved off the road and caught the supportive wire to

  • Monday, May 20 2013 11:57 PM EDT2013-05-21 03:57:09 GMT
    NORFOLK, Va. - An FBI spokeswoman says two agents who died while training off the Virginia Beach coast fell to their deaths during a "maritime counterterrorism exercise involving helicopters and a ship."
    NORFOLK, Va. - An FBI spokeswoman says two agents who died while training off the Virginia Beach coast fell to their deaths during a "maritime counterterrorism exercise involving helicopters and a ship."

  • Monday, May 20 2013 11:54 PM EDT2013-05-21 03:54:38 GMT
    MOORE, Ok. - The Oklahoma Medical Examiner's Office says a growing death toll from a massive tornado that struck outside Oklahoma City on Monday afternoon now stands at 51. Spokeswoman Amy Elliott says
    MOORE, Ok. - The Oklahoma Medical Examiner's Office says a growing death toll from a massive tornado that struck outside Oklahoma City on Monday afternoon now stands at 51. Spokeswoman Amy Elliott says

  • Monday, May 20 2013 7:57 PM EDT2013-05-20 23:57:37 GMT
    SOMERSET CO., Md. - Quiet streets in places like Wenonah, Maryland, belie what Somerset county residents say is an increasingly dangerous situation: the increase in prescription drug and heroine abuse. "The
    SOMERSET CO., Md. - Quiet streets in places like Wenonah, Maryland, belie what Somerset county residents say is an increasingly dangerous situation: the increase in prescription drug and heroine abuse. "The

  • Monday, May 20 2013 7:27 PM EDT2013-05-20 23:27:46 GMT
    CAROLINE CO., Md. - A Federalsburg man accused of murder, went to trial Monday. 21-year old Davonta Deshields was arrested back in September and charged in the shooting death of Anthony Abner Junior. Deshields
    CAROLINE CO., Md. - A Federalsburg man accused of murder, went to trial Monday. 21-year old Davonta Deshields was arrested back in September and charged in the shooting death of Anthony Abner Junior. Deshields

  • Monday, May 20 2013 7:19 PM EDT2013-05-20 23:19:55 GMT
    WICOMICO CO., Md. - Summer might mean rest and relaxation for some high schoolers, but about a dozen students from Wicomico County will be working hard to make the upcoming year a little brighter. Nine
    WICOMICO CO., Md. - Summer might mean rest and relaxation for some high schoolers, but about a dozen students from Wicomico County will be working hard to make the upcoming year a little brighter. Nine

  • Monday, May 20 2013 7:03 PM EDT2013-05-20 23:03:53 GMT
    SALISBURY, Md. - People across the country are hopping on their bicycles for National Bike Month, but there are a few dozen bikes in Salisbury whose fate is yet to play out.  The Salisbury Police Department
    SALISBURY, Md. - People across the country are hopping on their bicycles for National Bike Month, but there are a few dozen bikes in Salisbury whose fate is yet to play out.  The Salisbury Police Department

  • Monday, May 20 2013 5:53 PM EDT2013-05-20 21:53:08 GMT
    CAMBRIDGE, Md. - Officials are relocating a speed zone camera in Dorchester County. Cambridge Police say they will be putting a camera near Sandy Hill School on Glasgow Street. It reportedly should be
    CAMBRIDGE, Md. - Officials are relocating a speed zone camera in Dorchester County. Cambridge Police say they will be putting a camera near Sandy Hill School on Glasgow Street. It reportedly should be up and running soon.

  • Monday, May 20 2013 5:35 PM EDT2013-05-20 21:35:42 GMT
    NORFOLK, Va. (AP) - The Virginia medical examiner's office says it will likely be weeks before the cause of death is determined for two FBI agents who died during a training exercise off the coast of Virginia
    NORFOLK, Va. (AP) - The Virginia medical examiner's office says it will likely be weeks before the cause of death is determined for two FBI agents who died during a training exercise off the coast of Virginia Beach.

  • Monday, May 20 2013 5:35 PM EDT2013-05-20 21:35:04 GMT
    ANNAPOLIS, Md. - A five-and-a-half year roller coaster ride of emotions for Lynn Dodenhoff comes full swing with the signing of the Sheddy-Bennett Act."Mother's Day was hard for me," Dodenhoff said holding
    ANNAPOLIS, Md. - A five-and-a-half year roller coaster ride of emotions for Lynn Dodenhoff comes full swing with the signing of the Sheddy-Bennett Act.

  • Monday, May 20 2013 5:32 PM EDT2013-05-20 21:32:54 GMT
    PHOENIX (AP) - The Jodi Arias murder trial has wrapped up for the day and will continue Tuesday with the defendant speaking to the jury.    The brief day was marked by a series of legal arguments in which
    PHOENIX (AP) - The Jodi Arias murder trial has wrapped up for the day and will continue Tuesday with the defendant speaking to the jury.

  • Monday, May 20 2013 4:51 PM EDT2013-05-20 20:51:17 GMT
    OCEAN CITY, Md. - A driver is facing charges, after allegedly hitting a pedestrian in a local beach town. Ocean City Police say a 25-year-old woman was walking, with the pedestrian signal on Philadelphia
    OCEAN CITY, Md. - A driver is facing charges, after allegedly hitting a pedestrian in a local beach town.

  • Monday, May 20 2013 4:36 PM EDT2013-05-20 20:36:06 GMT
    DOVER, Del. (AP) - Correction officials are looking for an inmate they say failed to return to a community corrections center in Dover.    Officials said Monday that 30-year-old Jason Groff of Felton left
    DOVER, Del. (AP) - Correction officials are looking for an inmate they say failed to return to a community corrections center in Dover.

  • Monday, May 20 2013 3:42 PM EDT2013-05-20 19:42:36 GMT
    SALISBURY, Md. - A early morning fire that broke out in a Salisbury home over the weekend is still under investigation. According to the Maryland State Fire Marshal's Office, the blaze broke out in the
    SALISBURY, Md. - A early morning fire that broke out in a Salisbury home over the weekend is still under investigation.

  • Monday, May 20 2013 1:57 PM EDT2013-05-20 17:57:58 GMT
    DELMAR, Md. - A Delmar man is accused of resisting arrest while yelling profanities at a police officer. Wicomico County Sheriff's Office says they went to the 8800 block of Woodcreek Parkway in reference
    DELMAR, Md. - A Delmar man is accused of resisting arrest while yelling profanities at a police officer.

  • Monday, May 20 2013 12:47 PM EDT2013-05-20 16:47:43 GMT
    SALISBURY, Md. - A local rotary club chapter has been given a prestigious award. The Rotary Club of Salisbury had been presented with the 2012-2013 Presidential Citation Award, for their commitment to
    SALISBURY, Md. - A local rotary club chapter has been given a prestigious award. The Rotary Club of Salisbury had been presented with the 2012-2013 Presidential Citation Award, for their commitment to the Rotary Foundation and furthering membership. Less than 10% of clubs worldwide receive this honor.

  • Monday, May 20 2013 12:15 PM EDT2013-05-20 16:15:18 GMT
    CAMBRIDGE, Md. - A man is behind bars after allegedly pointing a gun into a crowd. Cambridge Police say they responded to a disturbance on Choptank Avenue and Church Street. An investigation showed that
    CAMBRIDGE, Md. - A man is behind bars after allegedly pointing a gun into a crowd. Cambridge Police say they responded to a disturbance on Choptank Avenue and Church Street.

  • Monday, May 20 2013 11:41 AM EDT2013-05-20 15:41:05 GMT
    SALISBURY, Md. - Police are looking for two suspects in connection with a Sunday night shooting in Wicomico County. Salisbury Police say they were called to Winterbourne Lane in Salisbury just after 9:40
    SALISBURY, Md. - Police are looking for two suspects in connection with a Sunday night shooting in Wicomico County.

  • Monday, May 20 2013 11:10 AM EDT2013-05-20 15:10:40 GMT
    ANNAPOLIS, Md. (AP) - A television ad will begin airing in the Baltimore area that praises the gun-control measure recently signed by Gov. Martin O'Malley.    The ad is set to begin airing early this week.
    ANNAPOLIS, Md. (AP) - A television ad will begin airing in the Baltimore area that praises the gun-control measure recently signed by Gov. Martin O'Malley.

  • Monday, May 20 2013 11:07 AM EDT2013-05-20 15:07:35 GMT
    WILLIAMSBURG, Va. (AP) - Police say a car dragged a man for about 4 miles before another motorist alerted the driver that the victim was under the vehicle.    The accident occurred Saturday on Richmond
    WILLIAMSBURG, Va. (AP) - Police say a car dragged a man for about 4 miles before another motorist alerted the driver that the victim was under the vehicle.

  • Monday, May 20 2013 10:59 AM EDT2013-05-20 14:59:22 GMT
    BALTIMORE (AP) - Mayor Stephanie Rawlings-Blake will officiate a mass wedding for same-sex couples during the Baltimore Pride Festival next month.    The Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, and Transgender Community
    BALTIMORE (AP) - Mayor Stephanie Rawlings-Blake will officiate a mass wedding for same-sex couples during the Baltimore Pride Festival next month.

  • Monday, May 20 2013 10:37 AM EDT2013-05-20 14:37:17 GMT
    WILLIAMSBURG, Va. (AP) - Colonial Williamsburg is offering free admission to military members and their families during the Memorial Day weekend.    The "Honoring Service to America" ticket is available
    WILLIAMSBURG, Va. (AP) - Colonial Williamsburg is offering free admission to military members and their families during the Memorial Day weekend.

  • Monday, May 20 2013 7:52 AM EDT2013-05-20 11:52:14 GMT
    BERLIN, Md. - Police say was a factor in a two car accident Sunday night. According to the Maryland State Police, around 9:00 PM, a Toyota Corolla was stopped at a red light at the intersection of U.S.
    BERLIN, Md. - Police say was a factor in a two car accident Sunday night.

  • Monday, May 20 2013 5:15 AM EDT2013-05-20 09:15:09 GMT
    NEW CASTLE, Del. (AP) - The panel that sets Delaware's official financial projections is updating its revenue forecast.    The Delaware Economic and Financial Advisory Council will meet Monday to update
    NEW CASTLE, Del. (AP) - The panel that sets Delaware's official financial projections is updating its revenue forecast.

  • Sunday, May 19 2013 11:48 PM EDT2013-05-20 03:48:42 GMT
    SALISBURY, Md - Farm fresh produce by the bagful. You might be able to get it. But not as soon as you'd probably like."It's been very wet, so a lot of people with field crops have yet to be able to plant,"
    SALISBURY, Md - Farm fresh produce by the bagful. You might be able to get it. But not as soon as you'd probably like.

  • Sunday, May 19 2013 10:43 PM EDT2013-05-20 02:43:23 GMT
    EDMOND, Ok. - One of several tornadoes spawned by a powerful storm system rumbling through the Plains and Midwest has leveled several mobile homes in an area southeast of Oklahoma City.    Reports of injuries
    EDMOND, Ok. - One of several tornadoes spawned by a powerful storm system rumbling through the Plains and Midwest has leveled several mobile homes in an area southeast of Oklahoma City.    Reports of injuries

  • Sunday, May 19 2013 8:05 PM EDT2013-05-20 00:05:46 GMT
    VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (AP) - Two FBI special agents on the agency's elite Hostage Rescue Team have been killed in a training accident in Virginia.    The FBI's national press office said in a statement Sunday
    VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (AP) - Two FBI special agents on the agency's elite Hostage Rescue Team have been killed in a training accident in Virginia.    The FBI's national press office said in a statement Sunday

  • Sunday, May 19 2013 8:02 PM EDT2013-05-20 00:02:10 GMT
    ATLANTA (AP) - President Barack Obama, in a soaring commencement address on work, sacrifice and opportunity, on Sunday told graduates of historically black Morehouse College to seize the power of their
    ATLANTA (AP) - President Barack Obama, in a soaring commencement address on work, sacrifice and opportunity, on Sunday told graduates of historically black Morehouse College to seize the power of their

  • Sunday, May 19 2013 7:58 PM EDT2013-05-19 23:58:13 GMT
    NEW YORK (AP) - The man who police say hurled homophobic slurs at a gay man on a Manhattan street before firing a single fatal shot to his head has been charged with murder as a hate crime.    Elliot Morales
    NEW YORK (AP) - The man who police say hurled homophobic slurs at a gay man on a Manhattan street before firing a single fatal shot to his head has been charged with murder as a hate crime.    Elliot Morales

  • Sunday, May 19 2013 7:56 PM EDT2013-05-19 23:56:23 GMT
    CHICAGO (AP) - Amtrak officials say a train departing from New Orleans derailed not far from Chicago's Union Station.    Amtrak spokeswoman Christina Leeds says no one was injured and the train remained
    CHICAGO (AP) - Amtrak officials say a train departing from New Orleans derailed not far from Chicago's Union Station.    Amtrak spokeswoman Christina Leeds says no one was injured and the train remained

  • Sunday, May 19 2013 6:24 PM EDT2013-05-19 22:24:33 GMT
    DOVER, Del. - A record-breaking graduation class for Delaware State University.University officials say 480 students received diplomas during Sunday's spring 2013 Commencement ceremony.  Combined with
    DOVER, Del. - A record-breaking graduation class for Delaware State University.

  • Sunday, May 19 2013 6:15 PM EDT2013-05-19 22:15:46 GMT
    CAMBRIDGE, Md. - A new lighthouse hopes to become a beacon for tourism in Dorchester County. The lights turned on at the new attraction on May 1st. Though only a replica, workers tell WMDT that the Choptank
    CAMBRIDGE, Md. - A new lighthouse hopes to become a beacon for tourism in Dorchester County.

  • Sunday, May 19 2013 5:59 PM EDT2013-05-19 21:59:21 GMT
    EASTON, Md. - This weekend might have been a wet one, but that didn't stop hundreds of cyclists from hitting the streets for a cure.The Chesapeake Bay "Tour de Cure" raised more than $260,000 for diabetes
    EASTON, Md. - This weekend might have been a wet one, but that didn't stop hundreds of cyclists from hitting the streets for a cure.

  • Sunday, May 19 2013 5:50 PM EDT2013-05-19 21:50:11 GMT
    OCEAN CITY, Md. - From paid parking to cutting midnight bus service, Ocean City has some big issues to discuss at their next city council meeting.Local leaders will have the first reading of the FY 2014
    OCEAN CITY, Md. - From paid parking to cutting midnight bus service, Ocean City has some big issues to discuss at their next city council meeting.

  • Sunday, May 19 2013 5:38 PM EDT2013-05-19 21:38:26 GMT
    SHARPTOWN, Md. - Local soldiers and the Maryland adjutant general visited volunteers at Operation We Care.     The soldiers who paid a visit  took the time to pack boxes and talk with boxers during the
    SHARPTOWN, Md. - Local soldiers and the Maryland adjutant general visited volunteers at Operation We Care.

  • Sunday, May 19 2013 5:30 PM EDT2013-05-19 21:30:19 GMT
    SHARPTOWN, Md. - In just a few weeks, another Delaware National Guard battalion will deploy to Afghanistan.The troops will not be empty handed when they land thanks to hundreds of volunteers who stopped
    SHARPTOWN, Md. - In just a few weeks, another Delaware National Guard battalion will deploy to Afghanistan.

  • Sunday, May 19 2013 12:11 AM EDT2013-05-19 04:11:16 GMT
    EASTON, Md. - Three people were injured today in an accident on Route 50 in Easton, leaving one in stable condition.Officers responded to the scene near the Maryland State Police Barrack.  Preliminary
    EASTON, Md. - Three people were injured today in an accident on Route 50 in Easton, leaving one in stable condition.

  • Saturday, May 18 2013 10:53 PM EDT2013-05-19 02:53:12 GMT
    RICHMOND, Va. (AP) - Virginia Republicans have chosen firebrand conservative minister E.W. Jackson's for lieutenant governor, the first black candidate the party has nominated for statewide office since
    RICHMOND, Va. (AP) - Virginia Republicans have chosen firebrand conservative minister E.W. Jackson's for lieutenant governor, the first black candidate the party has nominated for statewide office since 1988.

  • Friday, May 17 2013 6:37 PM EDT2013-05-17 22:37:55 GMT
    OCEAN CITY, Md. - As businesses prep for the busy summer season , so is the U.S. Coast Guard.With more boats on the water, they want vacationers and residents to continue to use safe practices. In the
    OCEAN CITY, Md. - As businesses prep for the busy summer season , so is the U.S. Coast Guard.

  • Thursday, May 16 2013 7:15 PM EDT2013-05-16 23:15:21 GMT
    DELAWARE - Governor Jack Markell signed into law legislation which enables liquor stores to fill and sell growlers of craft beer. Growlers are those glass or ceramic containers which hold half a gallon
    DELAWARE - Governor Jack Markell signed into law legislation which enables liquor stores to fill and sell growlers of craft beer.

  • The Justice Department says Attorney General Eric Holder removed himself from a decision to subpoena phone records of The Associated Press.
    Attorney General Eric Holder on Tuesday defended the Justice Department's secret examination of Associated Press phone records though he declared he had played no role in it, saying it was justified as part of an...

  • Tuesday, May 7 2013 8:31 AM EDT2013-05-07 12:31:09 GMT
    DOVER, Del. (AP) - The state House is set to vote on a bill prohibiting a former member of the General Assembly from working as a lobbyist for one year after leaving office.    The bill sponsored by Rep.
    DOVER, Del. (AP) - The state House is set to vote on a bill prohibiting a former member of the General Assembly from working as a lobbyist for one year after leaving office.

  • Monday, April 29 2013 5:11 PM EDT2013-04-29 21:11:29 GMT
    DELMAR, Del. - Some good news from Delmar, Delaware where its high school has received a prestigious honor. They've been named the best school in the state for 2013! To be eligible for a state ranking,
    DELMAR, Del. - Some good news from Delmar, Delaware where its high school has received a prestigious honor. They've been named the best school in the state for 2013! To be eligible for a state ranking,

  • Wednesday, April 17 2013 5:01 PM EDT2013-04-17 21:01:29 GMT
    BERLIN, Md. - As we wrap up our weekly segment with the Delmarva Education Foundation, we bring you one final opportunity. DEF has partnered with Deer Run Golf Club in Berlin to host an event that would
    BERLIN, Md. - As we wrap up our weekly segment with the Delmarva Education Foundation, we bring you one final opportunity. DEF has partnered with Deer Run Golf Club in Berlin to host an event that would

  • Monday, April 15 2013 7:36 PM EDT2013-04-15 23:36:05 GMT
    REHOBOTH BEACH, De. – A YouTube video of an arrest in Rehoboth Beach has sparked conversation about potential police brutality. The video shows Rehoboth Beach police officers as they attempt to arrest
    REHOBOTH BEACH, De. – A YouTube video of an arrest in Rehoboth Beach has sparked conversation about potential police brutality.

  • Monday, April 15 2013 12:11 AM EDT2013-04-15 04:11:06 GMT
    Courtesy Maxima
    Also on Capitol Hill...      Tens of thousands made their way to the Capitol in Washington today -- for a rally on immigration reform.      And nearly *five thousand* came from maryland, Delaware
    WASHINGTON, D.C. - Tens of thousands made their way to the Capitol in Washington Wednesday, for a rally on immigration reform, and nearly 5,000 came from Maryland, Delaware and Virginia.

  • Saturday, April 13 2013 5:30 PM EDT2013-04-13 21:30:06 GMT
    MARYLAND - For some students, the essay is the most grueling part of applying to a scholarship. Intelligence is key, but intellect is a must. If your writing skills are exceptional, this scholarship
    MARYLAND - For some students, the essay is the most grueling part of applying to a scholarship. Intelligence is key, but intellect is a must. If your writing skills are exceptional, this scholarship

  • Wednesday, April 10 2013 1:05 PM EDT2013-04-10 17:05:33 GMT
    DELAWARE - A major league sport is right in your backyard. Live harness racing has become a main attraction at Dover Downs and the Harrington Raceway. "We have one guy named Cory Callahan. He's the top
    DELAWARE - A major league sport is right in your backyard. Live harness racing has become a main attraction at Dover Downs and the Harrington Raceway. "We have one guy named Cory Callahan. He's the top

  • Sunday, April 7 2013 10:54 PM EDT2013-04-08 02:54:13 GMT
    WMDT 47 NEWS - The Shorebirds pulled out another win at today's game. The home team beat the Hagerstown Suns 2 to 1. The Shorebird face off against the Kannapolis Intimidators tomorrow night at 7:05 PM
    WMDT 47 NEWS - The Shorebirds pulled out another win at today's game. The home team beat the Hagerstown Suns 2 to 1. The Shorebird face off against the Kannapolis Intimidators tomorrow night at 7:05 PM

  • Saturday, April 6 2013 5:02 PM EDT2013-04-06 21:02:00 GMT
    MARYLAND - Careers in the health care industry are in high demand, especially here Delmarva. Helping future doctors, nurses, pharmacists, social workers, and the like land a job in their field is Cyndi
    MARYLAND - Careers in the health care industry are in high demand, especially here Delmarva. Helping future doctors, nurses, pharmacists, social workers, and the like land a job in their field is Cyndi

  • Thursday, April 4 2013 10:05 AM EDT2013-04-04 14:05:29 GMT
    ACCOMACK COUNTY, Va. - Over the past 5 months, law enforcement hasn't released much information about the Accomack Arson investigation, sending thousands to social media for comfort and answers.   In
    ACCOMACK COUNTY, Va. - Law enforcement hasn't released much information about the Accomack Arson investigation, sending thousands to social media answers, including the two arrested in Monday's fire.

  • Wednesday, April 3 2013 5:24 PM EDT2013-04-03 21:24:59 GMT
    SNOW HILL, Md. - At 17-years-old college or prom is a high school senior's biggest challenge. For Snow Hill student Jesse Klump, changing the world was his. "He really cared about being able to create
    SNOW HILL, Md. - At 17-years-old college or prom is a high school senior's biggest challenge. For Snow Hill student Jesse Klump, changing the world was his. "He really cared about being able to create

  • Wednesday, April 3 2013 9:32 AM EDT2013-04-03 13:32:05 GMT
    ACCOMACK CO., Va. - With 77 arsons since November 12th, two people are now in custody, and State Police are confident that they are responsible for the majority of those fires.
    ACCOMACK CO., Va. - With 77 arsons since November 12th, two people are now in custody, and State Police are confident that they are responsible for the majority of those fires.

  • Wednesday, April 3 2013 9:19 AM EDT2013-04-03 13:19:58 GMT
    ACCOMACK CO., Va. - 40 year-old Tonya Bundick, and 38 year-old Charles Smith III.  Investigators are confident this couple could be responsible for the majority of the 77 fires which blazed through Accomack
    ACCOMACK CO., Va. - 40 year-old Tonya Bundick, and 38 year-old Charles Smith III.  Investigators are confident this couple could be responsible for the majority of the 77 fires which blazed through Accomack

  • Tuesday, April 2 2013 8:59 AM EDT2013-04-02 12:59:51 GMT
    ACCOMACK CO., Va - Early Tuesday morning, authorities made an arrest in connection to one arson in the string of 77 arsons plaguing Accomack County since November, its not clear yet
    ACCOMACK CO., Va - Early Tuesday morning, authorities made an arrest in connection to one arson in the string of 77 arsons plaguing Accomack County since November, its not clear yet if the person in custody has any alleged relation to the previous 76 arsons.

  • Tuesday, April 2 2013 7:33 AM EDT2013-04-02 11:33:51 GMT
    MELFA, Va. - Another structure fire has been reported in Accomack County.Preliminary reports indicate that the latest fire broke out in the area of Airport Drive and Beacon Road in Mefla.  No word yet
    MELFA, Va. - Another structure fire has been reported in Accomack County.Preliminary reports indicate that the latest fire broke out in the area of Airport Drive and Beacon Road in Mefla.  No word yet

  • Monday, April 1 2013 7:18 AM EDT2013-04-01 11:18:36 GMT
    ACCOMACK CO., VA. - Virginia State Police have released more details on a Sunday night structure fire in Accomack County. Police say the call came in around 9:16 PM of a fire engulfing a two story abandoned
    ACCOMACK CO., VA. - Virginia State Police have released more details on a Sunday night structure fire in Accomack County.

  • Saturday, March 30 2013 5:39 PM EDT2013-03-30 21:39:05 GMT
    WICOMICO CO. Md. - One of the most controversial, yet highly anticipated elections is over. Even though Republicans fell short this time around, here in Wicomico County, the local club is focusing their
    WICOMICO CO. Md. - One of the most controversial, yet highly anticipated elections is over. Even though Republicans fell short this time around, here in Wicomico County, the local club is focusing their

  • Friday, March 29 2013 9:36 AM EDT2013-03-29 13:36:15 GMT
    ACCOMACK COUNTY, VA. - Virginia State Police report two fires in Accomack County on Thursday night. Authorities say the first blaze broke out around 11:55 PM Thursday night on the 36600 block of Seaside
    ACCOMACK COUNTY, VA. - Virginia State Police report two fires in Accomack County on Thursday night.

  • Friday, March 29 2013 9:26 AM EDT2013-03-29 13:26:25 GMT
    NEW CHURCH, Va. - There's another volunteer fire department which is planning their own fundraising effort to help recoup costs.Starting April 5th, the New Church Volunteer Fire and Rescue Station will
    NEW CHURCH, Va. - There's another volunteer fire department which is planning their own fundraising effort to help recoup costs.

  • Friday, March 29 2013 8:07 AM EDT2013-03-29 12:07:04 GMT
    BELLE HAVEN, Va. - WMDT has learned of another structure fire in Accomack County.Early reports indicate that the latest fire broke out on the 36600 block of Seaside Road. Two fire crews responded and brush
    BELLE HAVEN, Va. - WMDT has learned of another structure fire in Accomack County.Early reports indicate that the latest fire broke out on the 36600 block of Seaside Road. Two fire crews responded and brush

  • Friday, March 29 2013 5:24 AM EDT2013-03-29 09:24:31 GMT
    PAINTER, VA. – Virginia State Police confirm reports WMDT received of another structure fire in Accomack County.  Authorities say this blaze broke out around 11:55 PM Thursday night on the 36600 block
    PAINTER, VA. – Virginia State Police confirm reports WMDT received of another structure fire in Accomack County.  Authorities say this blaze broke out around 11:55 PM Thursday night on the 36600 block of Seaside Road in Painter, Virginia.

  • Thursday, March 28 2013 10:15 PM EDT2013-03-29 02:15:50 GMT
    WACHAPREAGUE, Va. Since November, you could say Blake Johnson has lived the life of a superhero.Restaurant owner by day, volunteer firefighter by night.But four months of arsons is a harsh reality and
    WACHAPREAGUE, Va. Since November, you could say Blake Johnson has lived the life of a superhero.

  • Thursday, March 28 2013 12:20 PM EDT2013-03-28 16:20:37 GMT
    ACCOMACK Co., Va -  It may be hard to believe, but the number of arsons in Accomack County is now up to 74 over just 135 days.   Community support for these volunteers has been tremendous. And now, local
    ACCOMACK Co., Va - It may be hard to believe, but the number of arsons in Accomack County is now up to 74 over just 135 days. Community support for these volunteers has been tremendous.

  • Wednesday, March 27 2013 5:44 PM EDT2013-03-27 21:44:08 GMT
    SALISBURY, Md. - Pete Evans is a proud Wicomico High School alum, and still looks good wearing his class of 1961 letterman's jacket. "It certainly does, good fit too," he said. He along with dozens
    SALISBURY, Md. - Pete Evans is a proud Wicomico High School alum, and still looks good wearing his class of 1961 letterman's jacket. "It certainly does, good fit too," he said. He along with dozens

  • Tuesday, March 26 2013 7:17 AM EDT2013-03-26 11:17:05 GMT
    ACCOMACK COUNTY, Va. -- Virginia State Police confirm a fire just after 1:00 am Tuesday morning, and is being investigated as arson. We're told the blaze broke out at an abandoned structure on Metompkin
    ACCOMACK COUNTY, Va. -- Virginia State Police confirm a fire just after 1:00 am Tuesday morning, and is being investigated as arson.

  • Monday, March 25 2013 5:00 AM EDT2013-03-25 09:00:44 GMT
    ACCOMACK COUNTY, Va. - Virginia State Police are investigating an early Sunday morning blaze that may be related to the over 70 arsons that has plagued the Accomack County since late 2012.Police say fire
    ACCOMACK COUNTY, Va. - Virginia State Police are investigating an early Sunday morning blaze that may be related to the over 70 arsons that has plagued the Accomack County since late 2012.

  • Friday, March 22 2013 10:51 AM EDT2013-03-22 14:51:54 GMT
    MAPPSVILLE, VA. - Virginia State Police say a preliminary investigation into a Thursday night fire in Mappsville, has been confirmed the cause as arson.
    MAPPSVILLE, VA. - Virginia State Police say a preliminary investigation into a Thursday night fire in Mappsville, has been confirmed the cause as arson.

  • PARKSLEY, Va. - For months, we've been following the Accomack County Arson investigation, and on Thursday WMDT's Alyana Gomez took us inside a local fire company, to hear about their personal struggle
    PARKSLEY, Va. - For months, we've been following the Accomack County Arson investigation, and on Thursday WMDT's Alyana Gomez took us inside a local fire company, to hear about their personal struggle

  • ACCOMACK CO., Va. - The nearly constant cases of arsons -- raging through Accomack County -- has taken its toll.  On the buildings...on the firefighters...and on the families of those battling the blazes
     

  • PARKSLEY, VA. - A Monday night blaze in Accomack County engulfed an abandoned, two story house on the 19100 block of Greenbush Road in Parksley. Investigators tell WMDT no injuries were reported and through
    PARKSLEY, VA. - A Monday night blaze in Accomack County engulfed an abandoned, two story house on the 19100 block of Greenbush Road in Parksley.

  • ACCOMACK CO., Va. - On March 17, 2013 around 1:40 AM, the Virginia State Police Bureau of Criminal Investigations (BCI) received a call from the 911 center of a structure fire in the Parksley area of Accomack
    ACCOMACK CO., Va. - On March 17, 2013 around 1:40 AM, the Virginia State Police Bureau of Criminal Investigations (BCI) received a call from the 911 center of a structure fire in the Parksley area of Accomack

  • ACCOMACK CO., Va. - With the arson count officially at 70, some Accomack County residents are apparently seeking help from a higher power.   A group of churches are holding a prayer vigil tomorrow evening
    ACCOMACK CO., Va. - With the arson count officially at 70, some Accomack County residents are apparently seeking help from a higher power.   A group of churches are holding a prayer vigil tomorrow evening

  • ACCOMACK CO., Va. - Virginia State Police believe arson caused a brush fire in the early morning of March 15th.   The call came in around 12:40 am for a fire on Dennis Drive and County Road in Parksley. This
    ACCOMACK CO., Va. - Virginia State Police believe arson caused a brush fire in the early morning of March 15th.   The call came in around 12:40 am for a fire on Dennis Drive and County Road in Parksley. This

  • Wednesday, March 20 2013 6:51 PM EDT2013-03-20 22:51:01 GMT
    WMDT 47 NEWS - Choptank Electric Co-Op is doing more than lighting your homes and businesses, they also have the power to help send deserving students to college, through their Operation Roundup program.
    WMDT 47 NEWS - Choptank Electric Co-Op is doing more than lighting your homes and businesses, they also have the power to help send deserving students to college, through their Operation Roundup program.
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