Kirstyn Clark

3 weeks ago | wboc.com | Kirstyn Clark

OCEAN PINES, Md. -- On Friday, the 81st anniversary of the D-Day invasion, Friends of the Worcester County Veterans Memorial, law enforcement leaders, and Ocean Pines first responders gathered to honor World War II hero and longtime Ocean Pines resident George Kerchner. Kerchner was a Baltimore native who enlisted in the US Army in June 1942. He joined the 2nd Ranger Battalion in Dec.

3 weeks ago | wboc.com | Kirstyn Clark

SUSSEX COUNTY, Del. — On Thursday, taxpayers across the Indian River School District cast their ballots in the district’s second referendum after the first one failed in March. UPDATE: The referendum did not pass on Thursday night. The Indian River School District said unofficial results showed 5,700 votes for and 6,766 votes against. District officials say they will not be able to hold another one until March 2026.

3 weeks ago | wboc.com | Kirstyn Clark

SEAFORD, Del. -- Seaford Police plan to make recommendations to city officials for traffic calming measures on Nylon Boulevard Extended after getting complaints of safety concerns from several residents. "It's crazy," says resident Travis Patton. "We have kids who go up and down the sidewalks, and I feel for them. I worry about their safety. I won't let my son come out in the front yard. It's that bad." He says he often sees the same cars driving above the 25 mph speed limit.

4 weeks ago | wboc.com | Kirstyn Clark

MILFORD, Del. -- More than 180 Milford and surrounding residents have signed a petition calling on city officials to implement a one-year moratorium on building permits. According to the petition's description, residents are concerned about the negative impact rapid growth is having on several aspects of the community:"The unchecked development of housing has placed an enormous strain on local resources," the website reads.

1 month ago | wboc.com | Kirstyn Clark

GEORGETOWN, Del. -- Earlier this week, the Delaware Department of Transition painted new pavement markings at each entrance to the Georgetown Circle, confusing many drivers. Less than a week later, the markings are being removed. According to DelDOT, the markings are called 'fish hook arrows.' They are designed to guide drivers entering into a roundabout. Last year, DelDOT officials recommended that the markings be painted as part of circle improvements to the Town of Georgetown.