Tangier Island Jetty Announcement Planned - WMDT 47 News - Delmarva's Choice

Member Center:

Jetty Protecting Tangier Island Harbor To Be Built

Posted: Updated:

TANGIER ISLAND, Va. (AP) - A jetty and a seawall will be built to protect Tangier Island's harbor from erosion.

Virginia Gov. Bob McDonnell made the announcement on Tuesday. The 3-mile long island sits in the Chesapeake Bay and has been threatened by erosion and storm surges for years.

The cost of the project will be about $4.2 million, with the federal government paying for about $3.2 million and the state paying the rest. Construction is expected to be completed in 2017.

Much of the island's economy is dependent upon the harbor serving as a hub for commercial fishermen. The island has fewer than 500 residents and more than 125 of them are licensed commercial watermen.

Local NewsLocal NewsMore>>
More Than $200K Awarded To 154 Fire Departments
More Than $200K Awarded To 154 Fire Departments
Updated: Thursday, June 20 2013 4:37 AM EDT2013-06-20 08:37:08 GMT
RICHMOND, Va. (AP) - The Virginia Department of Forestry has awarded more than $200,000 in grants to 154 volunteer fire departments. The department said Wednesday that the grants range from $500 toMore >>
RICHMOND, Va. (AP) - The Virginia Department of Forestry has awarded more than $200,000 in grants to 154 volunteer fire departments.

More >>
Actor James Gandolfini Dies At Age 51
Actor James Gandolfini Dies At Age 51
Updated: Thursday, June 20 2013 12:31 AM EDT2013-06-20 04:31:32 GMT
LOS ANGELES, Ca. - HBO and James Gandolfini's managers say the actor famous for his role in "The Sopranos" has died in Italy. The cable channel, and managers Mark Armstrong and Nancy Sanders, say theMore >>
LOS ANGELES, Ca. - HBO and James Gandolfini's managers say the actor famous for his role in "The Sopranos" has died in Italy. The cable channel, and managers Mark Armstrong and Nancy Sanders, say theMore >>
New Plans For Downtown Salisbury Firehouse
New Plans For Downtown Salisbury Firehouse
Updated: Wednesday, June 19 2013 10:10 PM EDT2013-06-20 02:10:48 GMT
SALISBURY, Md. - The Salisbury firehouse, in the heart of downtown, has not been used for nearly five years, but that may be subject to change. City Council members said they are hoping to move forwardMore >>
SALISBURY, Md. - The Salisbury firehouse, in the heart of downtown, has not been used for nearly five years, but that may be subject to change.More >>
UPDATE: House Panel Sends No Child Left Behind Rewrite For Vote
UPDATE: House Panel Sends No Child Left Behind Rewrite For Vote
Updated: Wednesday, June 19 2013 10:04 PM EDT2013-06-20 02:04:26 GMT
WASHINGTON (AP) - House lawmakers are beginning work on a rewrite of the No Child Left Behind education law that would give states more authority and Washington less.Members of the House Education andMore >>
SALISBURY, Md. - After a meeting today, the Republican-led House education panel are sending their rewrite of No Child Left Behind to the full house for a vote.More >>
Biden's Office Files Petition For Suspension of Pediatrician
Biden's Office Files Petition For Suspension of Pediatrician
Updated: Wednesday, June 19 2013 9:48 PM EDT2013-06-20 01:48:46 GMT
WILMINGTON, Del. - According to reports, Attorney General Beau Biden's office has filed a petition seeking the emergency suspension of a pediatrician. Lauren Daly, a pediatrician employed for NemoursMore >>
WILMINGTON, Del. - According to reports, Attorney General Beau Biden's office has filed a petition seeking the emergency suspension of a pediatrician.More >>

Most Popular StoriesMost Popular StoriesMore>>
DE Police Investigate Decomposed Body Found In Lincoln Woods
DE Police Investigate Decomposed Body Found In Lincoln Woods
Updated: Wednesday, June 19 2013 9:39 PM EDT2013-06-20 01:39:05 GMT
LINCOLN, Del. - An afternoon hanging out in the woods took a very disturbing turn for three Lincoln teens on Tuesday afternoon. The boys happened upon a decomposing body, in a dim wooded area, near theMore >>
LINCOLN, Del. - An afternoon hanging out in the woods took a very disturbing turn for three Lincoln teens on Tuesday afternoon.More >>
Salisbury Man Accused Of Physically Attacking Wife
Salisbury Man Accused Of Physically Attacking Wife
Updated: Wednesday, June 19 2013 1:13 PM EDT2013-06-19 17:13:07 GMT
SALISBURY, Md. - A Salisbury man is behind bars after allegedly attacked his wife, in their Salisbury home. Wicomico County Sheriff's Office says 51-year-old William Greenhawk is accused of attacking andMore >>
SALISBURY, Md. - A Salisbury man is behind bars after allegedly attacked his wife, in their Salisbury home.More >>
Actor James Gandolfini Dies At Age 51
Actor James Gandolfini Dies At Age 51
Updated: Thursday, June 20 2013 12:31 AM EDT2013-06-20 04:31:32 GMT
LOS ANGELES, Ca. - HBO and James Gandolfini's managers say the actor famous for his role in "The Sopranos" has died in Italy. The cable channel, and managers Mark Armstrong and Nancy Sanders, say theMore >>
LOS ANGELES, Ca. - HBO and James Gandolfini's managers say the actor famous for his role in "The Sopranos" has died in Italy. The cable channel, and managers Mark Armstrong and Nancy Sanders, say theMore >>
Investigators Continue To Look For Answers In Easton Teen Death
Investigators Continue To Look For Answers In Easton Teen Death
Updated: Wednesday, June 19 2013 6:54 PM EDT2013-06-19 22:54:02 GMT
EASTON, Md. - It's been just over a week since the death of Easton teen Samuel Cross and still no answers.Maryland State Police says there have not been any arrests nor have they released results fromMore >>
EASTON, Md. - It's been just over a week since the death of Easton teen Samuel Cross and still no answers.More >>
New Plans For Downtown Salisbury Firehouse
New Plans For Downtown Salisbury Firehouse
Updated: Wednesday, June 19 2013 10:10 PM EDT2013-06-20 02:10:48 GMT
SALISBURY, Md. - The Salisbury firehouse, in the heart of downtown, has not been used for nearly five years, but that may be subject to change. City Council members said they are hoping to move forwardMore >>
SALISBURY, Md. - The Salisbury firehouse, in the heart of downtown, has not been used for nearly five years, but that may be subject to change.More >>

ContestsMore>>
Friday Freebie
Friday Freebie
This week's Friday Freebie is 4 wristbands to use to enjoy the 88th Annual Chincoteague Fireman's Carnival!More >>
This week's Friday Freebie is 4 wristbands to use to enjoy the 88th Annual Chincoteague Fireman's Carnival!More >>
Better Delmarva Award
Better Delmarva Award
The WMDT/Mountaire Better Delmarva Award is a monthly honor designed to highlight local individuals, businesses, civic organizations or classrooms who are going above and beyond in their effort to assist others in the community or to improve and protect the local environment. Each month a winner is chosen by a Mountaire selection committee from submitted nominations.More >>
Free Tuition Contest
Free Tuition Contest
How would you like to win free tuition for a year to Wor-Wic Community College? Plus we'll throw in books and a laptop! The Bank of Delmarva is making it happen for two lucky students. Register to winMore >>
How would you like to win free tuition for a year to Wor-Wic Community College? Plus we'll throw in books and a laptop!More >>
Maryland Lottery
Maryland Lottery
Enter for your chance to be one of three lucky contestants to win $100 worth of Maryland State Lottery tickets each month.More >>
Ellen Giveaways
Ellen Giveaways
Enter to win one of Ellen's Daily Giveaways!More >>
Teacher Who Makes A Difference
Teacher Who Makes A Difference
The WMDT 47 Teachers Who Make a Difference Contest is Sponsored by Accurate Optical: "Encouraging children of all ages to come in for an annual eye exam to help them see better in school." Each month weMore >>
The WMDT 47 "Teachers Who Make a Difference" Sponsored by Accurate Optical Encouraging children of all ages to come in for an annual eye exam to help them see better in school.More >>

Sections:

Home 47 Weblinks News Weather Health Closings Lifestyle About Us Obituaries

Tools:

Facebook Twitter Contact Us Email Sign- up

About:

News Staff Bios Program Public File Online Closed Caption Contact TV Jobs

Tangier Island Jetty Announcement Planned - WMDT 47 News - Delmarva's Choice

Jetty Protecting Tangier Island Harbor To Be Built

Local NewsLocal NewsMore>>

Most Popular StoriesMost Popular StoriesMore>>

ContestsMore>>