Delaware
Today in Delaware County history, June 8
100 Years Ago, 1924: Seize of a 60-gallon “moonshine” still on what is known as the Burk farm in Ridley Township, and the escape by swimming over Ridley River by the alleged distiller, James E. Dickson, formerly of Virginia, featured a raid by federal agents Friday afternoon. The approach of the raiders was noticed by Dickson, who defiantly shouted “Come on, get me, boys!” ran to the river bank, plunged into the water, then disappeared in the thick foliage on the other side.
75 Years Ago, 1949: Using walkie-talkies and radio cars, Pennsylvania Department of Revenue agents and state police have opened a more extensive drive to stop the smuggling of untaxed cigarettes over the state line from Delaware. First to be nabbed in the current drive was a shoe factory worker from Spencer, Mass., who was found hauling 320 cartons back to his home state. State police arrested Floyd W. Bledsoe, 40, as he came over the state line on Post Road.
50 Years Ago, 1974: The state House of Representatives has passed a bill that may keep the ferry Chester from sailing away forever. The Chester is the last ferry remaining in the fleet that sailed the Delaware River between Bridgeport, N.J., and Chester. A DRPA spokesman said a down payment of $10,000 has been placed by a Virginia firm interested in buying the Chester. However, legislation that passed the House Thursday could stop the deal. The Pennsylvania House by a vote of 181-0 passed a bill to keep the ferry in the area for possible use in the 1976 bicentennial celebration.
25 Years Ago, 1999: Aston police arrested six people on drug charges in three separate incidents over the weekend. Three people were arrested around 1:30 a.m. Saturday after police on patrol in the 600 block of Mount Road smelled marijuana coming from a car. Just after midnight Friday, police arrested two people after seeing them smoking marijuana while sitting on a curb in the 800 block of Concord Road. Police also arrested an 18-year-old around 1:30 a.m. Friday night. The man was holding a pipe with suspected marijuana residue inside, according to police.
10 Years Ago, 2014: The pride of the historic Nile Swim Club in Yeadon was evident Saturday as members plan to draw on the legacy of their past to pave their way to a sunny future. Members have launched a fundraising drive to eliminate the 55-year-old club’s debt and help Nile Swim Club become a premier recreational club for all.
— COLIN AINSWORTH
Delaware
Level 3 Driving Ban for Kent and Sussex Counties, Level 2 Driving Restrictions for New Castle County Starting at 10 pm – State of Delaware News
(SMYRNA, Del.) – Governor Matthew Meyer has issued a Level 3 Driving Ban for Kent and Sussex counties and Level 2 Driving Restriction for New Castle County beginning at 10 p.m. This state-mandated Driving Ban will remain in place to keep emergency responders and other essential motorists safe by minimizing nonessential travel during severe weather and perilous road conditions.
- Level 3 Driving Ban means no person shall operate a motor vehicle on Delaware roadways when a Level 3 Driving Ban has been activated, except for those persons designated as first responders, first informers, and essential personnel, including a “public utility”, operators of snow removal equipment employed or contracted by a public or private entity. All businesses, professional offices, organizations, entities, etc. shall be encouraged to take appropriate protective actions to protect their citizens, customers, and employees by termination of operations or shelter in place. An employer of a public or private entity shall not terminate, reprimand, discipline, or in any way commit any adverse employment action against as employee who, as a result of the activation of a Level 3 Driving Ban, fails or refuses to report to work during the pendency of the driving ban. Any person or entity in violation of an activated Level 3 Driving Ban may be penalized.
- Level 2 Driving Restriction for New Castle County– No person may operate a motor vehicle on Delaware roadways when a Level 2 Driving Restriction has been activated, except for persons designated as essential personnel including operators of snow removal equipment employed, contracted by a public or private entity or designated persons already approved through the Delaware Emergency Management Agency’s State of Emergency Driving Waiver Program.
The Delaware Emergency Management Agency (DEMA) is the lead state agency for coordination of comprehensive emergency preparedness, training, response, recovery, and mitigation services to save lives, protect Delaware’s economic base and reduce the impact of emergencies. DEMA is a division within the Department of Safety and Homeland Security (DSHS) and authorized by Delaware Code. State of Delaware Driving Restrictions.
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Delaware snow totals from Winter Storm Fern
Winter Storm Fern swept through Delaware, leaving behind notable snow totals across the state. Check out the breakdown.
Gov. Matt Meyer declared a state of emergency ahead of a forecasted blizzard that could dump more than a foot of snow in Delaware.
The state of emergency mobilizes the Delaware National Guard and more state resources to prepare and respond to the storm when it hits. The state’s emergency management agency, DEMA, will be activated fully at 5 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 22, and will continue to coordinate response from state, local and federal resources.
“I’m declaring a State of Emergency and activating every available state resource to ensure Delawareans are protected as this blizzard blankets our communities, including increased risks for coastal flooding,” said Governor Matt Meyer in a statement on Feb. 22. “Prepare now, please stay off the roads once the storm begins, and look out for your neighbors. We will continue working around the clock to keep every Delawarean safe.”
The storm could dump 12 to 20 inches of snow throughout the state Sunday afternoon to the morning of Monday Feb. 23. Whiteout conditions are expected and the National Weather Service has issued a blizzard warning for all of Delaware. Winds could gust to 45 miles per hour as heavy snow falls, making travel virtually impossible.
The announcement also warns Delawareans of driving restrictions that will probably go into effect once the storm gets rolling. Level 1 restrictions urge caution, Level 2 restricts anyone from driving unless they are “essential personnel,” and Level 3 is a driving ban to anyone who isn’t an emergency worker.
The state has not indicated which restriction will go into effect yet.
The state is urging people to prepare for the storm by stocking up on essential non-perishable food and emergency needs like flashlights, first aid supplies, medicine and more while the storm’s worst is still ahead.
Led by Alfred Worrell Jr.’s 25 points, the Morgan State Bears defeated the Delaware State Hornets 82-68 on Saturday.
BALTIMORE (AP) — Alfred Worrell Jr. had 25 points in Morgan State’s 82-68 victory over Delaware State on Saturday.
Worrell also contributed five rebounds for the Bears (11-14, 7-3 Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference). Eugene Alvin scored 19 points and added seven rebounds. Elijah Davis had 15 points and shot 6 of 16 from the field and 3 of 6 from the free-throw line.
Jalen St. Clair led the way for the Hornets (6-20, 1-10) with 11 points and three steals. Cyril Obasogie added 10 points, eight rebounds and two blocks for Delaware State. Dean Shepherd also had 10 points.
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