Late Breaking Delaware News

11/17/2025

Schellville is now open and you don’t need tickets this year, it’s free.

11/11/2025

The new speed camera on Rt 1 located just North of the Nassau bridge is waiting to catch you. If you were caught in the recent past you received a warning.
Now it’s time to pay if your caught by the camera, no more warnings.
Smile and wave.

11/03/2025

Milford, DE.

**UPDATE**
Milford High School and Milford Central Academy have been declared safe by police personnel. There is no threat to our students, residents or visitors. All police personnel have cleared from the area. This is still an active investigation and further information will be released as warranted.

The Milford Police Department is currently on scene of Milford High School and Milford Central Academy for a report of a bomb threat. Both schools have been evacuated and all students are safe. Currently we along with our agency partners are working to clear the buildings to ensure that it is safe. Updates will be issued as necessary.

Please monitor Milford School District website and social media accounts for school updates.

10/31/2025

In Loving Memory of Wilson Vinyard “Pop” Gillespie Sr.

Pop was a Life Member with over 25 years of dedicated service as a Fire Policeman. He also proudly served as Past Fire Police Captain and Past Chief Engineer. His presence, wisdom, and humor will be deeply missed around the firehouse.

Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends during this difficult time.

Full Fireman Funeral services will be held on Thursday, October 30, 2025, at 11:00 AM, with a visitation beginning at 10:00 AM at the Ellendale Fire Company, 302 Main St., Ellendale, DE 19941.
Interment will follow immediately after the service at Slaughter Neck Cemetery.

We will miss you, Pop.

10/25/2025

Have you been to Holly Lake Campsites on Rt 24 for the Haunted Hayride through the woods? It’s very impressive and a great price. Lots of volunteers help make this trail a success. There is one night left so don’t miss out on a great display.

10/23/2025

REWARD $500.00
Have you seen this dog?

UPDATE: REUNITED!! Bella is home safe & sound after 5 days, 0 hours :)

"Thank you sooooo much to everyone keeping an eye out for Bella and the ongoing prayers! She is safe and back at home! "
-Bella's Owner
Please spread the word for this lost dog. Bella was LOST on October 19, 2025 in Millsboro, DE 19966 near Gravel Hill Rd, Millsboro, DE 19966

Message from Owner: Bella will NOT bite, but she is very Skittish! She may run the opposite direction, but we atleast are looking for a current location! Help us bring Bella ! Any help is appreciated! Call if she is spotted!

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08/29/2025

Zack Napolitano, a 21 year old Wilmington, DE resident and former graduate of Polytech High School in Woodside, DE dies two week after a motorcycle crash.

Delaware State Police are investigating a single-vehicle fatal motorcycle crash that occurred earlier this month in Wilmington. On August 10, 2025, at approximately 4:30 p.m., a Kawasaki ZX636 motorcycle was […]

08/14/2025

FUNERAL INFORMATION: Visitation will be Saturday September 20,2025 from 12-2. Service will follow directly after at Parsell Funeral Home on Kings Hwy, Lewes, DE Service will be livestreamed on Parsellfuneralhomes.com for those unable to attend. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to De

08/14/2025

Do you know who this is?

Public Safety Announcement: Hit and Run InvestigationThe Milton Police Department is actively investigating a hit and run motor vehicle collision that occurred on August 12th, 2025, in the parking lot of Walgreen's located at 120 Broadkill...

08/09/2025

Milton,DE. Uprising musian 19 yr old Maddox Gipko playing at Milton Park in Milton, Delaware.

08/06/2025

Bridgeville – Suspect Sought in Chainsaw Menacing Incident
Suspect: John Gleysteen, 30, of Bridgeville
Incident: Menacing with Chainsaw
Date/Time: Tuesday, August 5, 2025 – 9:33 a.m.
Location: Handy Road near Craft Road, Bridgeville, DE
Agency: Delaware State Police – Troop 5

Summary:
Delaware State Police are seeking the public’s help locating John Gleysteen after an unusual and aggressive incident involving a DelDOT employee. Troopers responded Tuesday morning to a report that Gleysteen, operating a tractor, collided with a DelDOT tractor mowing grass, argued with the employee, and left. A short time later, he returned with a chainsaw, placed the running chainsaw near the tractor’s tire, then forcefully entered the cab, reportedly assaulted the victim, damaged property, and fled. The victim was not injured. Maryland law enforcement assets were also used in the search for the suspect

Suspect Description:
White male, approximately 5’10”, 185 pounds
Brown hair, hazel eyes
Last seen driving a silver Ford F-250 with Delaware vanity tag SUPRTUF

Status:
Arrest warrant obtained
Investigation ongoing

Update August 10th :
On August 10, 2025, Glyesteen was arrested and taken to Troop 5. He was charged with the crimes listed below, arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 3, and committed to Sussex Correctional Institution on a $67,300 cash bond.

Possession of a Deadly Weapon During the Commission of a Felony (Felony)
Aggravated Menacing (Felony)
Harassment
Offensive Touching
Criminal Mischief under $1,000 Damage Property – 2 counts

Anyone with information should call 9-1-1 or DSP Troop 5 at 302-337-1090

Disclaimer:
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