DELMARVA – The Law Enforcement Leaders of Delmarva sheriffs and police chiefs met for the first time to discuss their challenges, their goals, and what’s to come for their department. Transparency was just one of the many topics discussed. Jamie Dykes is Wicomico’s States Attorney, and the Moderator asks why it’s so important to talk to the community. “This forum was crucial for law enforcement to be open, honest, transparent.” Fruitland’s Police Chief Krah Plunkert said, “I think transparency is extremely important when you’re addressing the public, quick, regular, interval information, acc ..read more

OCEAN CITY, Md. – In Ocean City, many came out to the convention center to help save lives. The Blood Bank of Delmarva hosted its summer blood drive Wednesday. They say this is crucial as school is wrapping up because schools make up 25% of the supply throughout the year. The blood bank is in need of O-negative and O-positive blood. Tony Prado says when more people donate, first responders also have more blood in the field, increasing survival chances.”There’s a correlation in terms of how many incidents will happen. Trauma incidents go up, and emergencies increase. The paramedics have to be ..read more

BERLIN, Md. – The Berlin Police Department is celebrating a win for the agency and the town. The department has some new people coming out of the academy, who will be filling the positions of four law enforcement officials who have retired within the last year. Chief of Police, Arnold Downing, said thanks to the efforts of town officials, the department was able to get back up to par. “The town itself, and the mayor and the council, just made a commitment to say that retaining good law enforcement, and hiring good law enforcement officers, was a priority,” Chief Downing said. Chief Downing add ..read more

EASTON, Md. – Police have released additional details in a stolen vehicle investigation late last month. During the overnight hours of May 30th, officers were called to Hertrich Chevrolet in Easton for a report of suspicious activity. The caller informed dispatchers that they saw a suspicious person and truck driving around in the parking lot. When officers arrived at the business, they saw a white Chevy Silverado with Virginia registration leaving the parking lot. Officers followed the truck and initiated a traffic stop at U5 Foods in Easton, detaining the driver, later identified as 20-yea ..read more

EASTON, Md. – Easton Police have charged a Preston woman following a child neglect investigation. Last month, detectives received a call from the Talbot County Department of Social Services, Child Protective Services, for a report of a daycare provider possibly assaulting a 2-year-old child. Further investigation led police to discover that an employee of Best Buddies Learning Center, 76-year-old Linda Perry, was caught on surveillance video spanking and dropping the child. The child was not seriously harmed and did not require medical attention. On Monday, detectives served a criminal summo ..read more

SALISBURY, Md. – The Maryland State Fire Marshals Office is investigating a series of attempted arsons in Salisbury early Wednesday morning. Just after 3 a.m., the Wicomico County Sheriff’s Office was called to respond to four homes in the 1000 block of Tuscola Avenue and one home in the 800 block of Oneida Avenue for reports of attempted arson at each location. Investigators reportedly found destructive devices commonly referred to as “Molotov cocktails” placed at the front doors of each residence. Police were able to obtain video footage from a doorbell camera, showing people placing the de ..read more

PITTSVILLE, Md. – Pittsville residents could be seeing a real property tax increase, if town commissioners approve it. Town leaders are proposing an increase from $0.2875 per $100 of real property assessed to $0.30 per $100. Commission President Sean McHugh says that works out to between $10 and $30 more per year, depending on how large a person’s property is. McHugh says the last several changes to the rate have only brought decreases. Should the currently proposed increase go into effect, McHugh says Pittsville’s property taxes would remain the lowest in Wicomico County. “The thought proce ..read more

WICOMICO COUNTY, Md. – Wednesday marks two years since Wicomico County Sheriff’s Corporal Glenn Hilliard’s murder in the line of duty. Wounds Still Fresh Glenn lost his life while attempting to serve an arrest warrant in Pittsville. And while the anniversary brings painful memories, Glenn’s widow, Tashica, says she wants to use it to celebrate his life and legacy. The wounds, however, are still fresh. Tashica says her life, and her children’s, has forever been altered. “Navigating things, family functions, my children. My daughter graduated from high school this year, my son turning 14 years ..read more

DORCHESTER CO., Md. – The Board of Education of Dorchester County has announced that Dr. Jymil Thompson has been appointed Superintendent of Schools. Dr. Thompson has been serving as Interim Superintendent since March 2nd. “We were fortunate in attracting very well-qualified candidates, but Dr. Thompson stood out as the best fit for Dorchester County Public Schools. The entire Board looks forward to working alongside Dr. Thompson to ensure that all Dorchester County children have the opportunity to reach their full potential.” Dr. Thompson previously served as Assistant Superintendent at Dor ..read more

HURLOCK, Md. – Fire marshals are working to determine the cause of a fire that destroyed a Hurlock shed. Just before 4 p.m. Tuesday, firefighters were called to 4312 Pheasant Drive for the reported blaze. Crews were able to control the fire quickly. The cause remains under investigation. Total damage has been estimated at $25,000. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Lower Eastern Regional Office at 410-713-3780. Categories: Local News, Maryland, Top Stories Tags: 4312 pheasant drive, hurlock, investigation, maryland, maryland state fire marshal’s, shed fire ..read more