A fire at a railroad bridge over the Pocomoke River has left some boaters stuck while crews work to repair the system that opens the bridge for river traffic.

More than 200 fallen firefighters will be honored this weekend at the National Fallen Firefighters Memorial in Emmitsburg, Maryland. Among those is a longtime firefighter from Sussex County, M. "Dean" Peoples.

DelDOT provided state leaders with an update on several major road construction projects across the state this week, outlining progress in Kent and Sussex counties as well as plans to address congestion near Georgetown.

Maryland transportation officials and Ocean City leaders launched the 2026 Walk Smart, Drive Smart, Bike Smart campaign Thursday, urging drivers, pedestrians, bicyclists and scooter riders to stay alert as the resort prepares for summer crowds.

A controversial speaker’s appearance at Salisbury University drew both supporters and protesters to campus Wednesday night, months after a previous event was postponed over security concerns.

Maryland has become the first state in the country to ban grocery stores from using dynamic pricing or personal consumer data to raise prices on shoppers.

A proposal to demolish and rebuild Berlin Intermediate School is moving to the state level after Worcester County leaders advanced a feasibility study recommending replacement over renovation.

The newly realigned dune at Broadkill Beach has taken shape after months of work, according to DNREC. The project, which involved shifting sand and redesigning the dune structure, has transformed the coastline and improved beach access.

Community members gathered Friday evening in Delmar for the fourth annual Heacook Fest to honor the life and legacy of Delmar Police Cpl. Keith Heacook, who was killed in the line of duty five years ago.

Worcester County Sheriff Matt Crisafulli is asking county leaders to increase pay for sworn deputies and add five new sworn positions as part of the county’s fiscal year 2027 budget process.