Back the Blue Caravan to honor law enforcement starts May 12
The 8th Annual Back the Blue Caravan in support of area law enforcement officers will begin at 10 a.m., Tuesday, May 12, with visits to police departments ne...
May 8, 2026Open source
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Paid parking to begin in Rehoboth, Dewey, Bethany, Fenwick on Friday
Memorial Day might be the unofficial start of summer, but Delaware beaches will begin their seasonal regulations Friday, May 15, including paid parking and...
May 12, 2026Open source
4 Delaware State University students sought after 'takeover' event on Rehoboth Beach
The Rehoboth Beach Police Department responded to a "Takeover" event on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, resulting in arrests, business closures, and warrants issued f...
May 21, 2026Open source
Troubling trend: Delaware roadway deaths in 2026
Roadway deaths are continuing to climb in Delaware in 2026, with Kent and Sussex counties accounting for nearly half of the state’s fatalities so far this...
May 16, 2026Open source
Motorist alert: Bike event sets off from Lewes May 16
The Wheels for Meals Jack O’Hollaren Annual Bike Ride will set off Saturday, May 16, from Cape Henlopen High School in Lewes. In a pubilc service announcem...
May 15, 2026Open source
Author Alex Finlay to discuss new thriller May 17 at Lewes library
Author Alex Finlay will discuss his new novel, “The Anniversary,” at 5 p.m., Sunday, May 17, at Lewes Public Library, 111 Adams Ave., Lewes, and online v...
May 15, 2026Open source
Tharros Village offers a hand up, not a handout
In the heart of Sussex County, Tharros Village stands as a testament to the power of faith, courage and community. Established in Lewes, this transitional co...
May 15, 2026Open source
Sussex County Council approved The Moorings expansion despite lingering concerns.
The Moors, a retirement community in Lewes, gets approval for its expansion from Sussex County, despite displacing some current residents.
May 14, 2026Open source
Council OKs water tower contracts for Milford Corporate Center
MILFORD — City Council on Monday, May 11, unanimously approved two contracts pertaining to a future water tower at the new Milford Corporate Center and one...
May 12, 2026Open source
Grant match, private donations stock Georgetown library shelves
A matching grant and several financial contributions recently supplied Georgetown Public Library’s shelves with more than 100 children’s books.
May 12, 2026Open source
Lewes council approves salary increase as two incumbent members win re-election
When Tim Ritzert and Joe Elder are sworn in later this month, they will also earn a larger paycheck. Council members voted unanimously to double their salari...
May 12, 2026Open source
La Red expanding family planning services with mobile health unit
La Red Healthcare expands its family planning and early prenatal health services in Sussex County through its mobile health unit.
May 11, 2026Open source
DSP Investigating Fatal Motorcycle Crash in Seaford
SEAFORD, Del. – The Delaware State Police are investigating a fatal motorcycle crash that occurred Saturday night in Seaford. At 9:20 p.m. on May 9, police...
May 11, 2026Open source
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Historic Delaware church finds temporary worship site a week after massive fire Just a week after a fire de...
Just a week after a fire destroyed the Mother African Union Church in Wilmington, its congregation now has a temporary place to worship.
May 24, 2026Open source
Former Wilmington Mayor Mike Purzycki dies at 80
The state of Delaware is mourning the death of former Wilmington Mayor Mike Purzycki.
May 22, 2026Open source
Man arrested, charged with rape after being found in park after hours with underage girl
A 22-year-old man is facing several rape charges after police say he was in a park in Wilmington, Delaware after hours with an underage girl.
May 22, 2026Open source
38-year-old motorcyclist killed in Wilmington crash, police say
A 38-year-old motorcyclist was killed in a crash where a car was making a left turn Wilmington, Delaware, on Saturday afternoon, police said.
May 17, 2026Open source
Massive fire destroys historic church in Wilmington, Delaware
Massive fire destroys historic church in Wilmington, Delaware
May 17, 2026Open source
Fire guts historic Mother African Union Church in Wilmington, Delaware The historic Mother African Union Ch...
Fire guts historic Mother African Union Church in Wilmington, Delaware The historic Mother African Union Church in Wilmington, Delaware, was destroyed in a f...
May 17, 2026Open source
Wilmington suspect arrested after allegedly shooting a 20 year old woman
A suspect in a Wilmington shooting incident is now behind bars as of noon today.
May 15, 2026Open source
Townsend business owner gets 18 months in prison for tax evasion
A Townsend, man was sentenced yesterday to 18 months in prison for tax evasion.
May 14, 2026Open source
VIP tickets on sale for Dover Con
DOVER — VIP tickets are now on sale for Dover Con. The Saturday, June 13, event is a family-friendly, indoor/outdoor pop-culture festival with more than 10...
May 14, 2026Open source
A century of farming in Smyrna earns honor for family
For Teresa Swartz of Smyrna, navigating the process for agricultural recognition was a labor of love, along with a tribute to her hardworking parents.
May 14, 2026Open source
It's race weekend at Dover Motor Speedway
It’s NASCAR race weekend in Dover, and while the full weekend will have a familiar feel, Sunday’s main event is different.
May 14, 2026Open source
Newark City Council to consider more lenient policy change for some short-term rentals
Councilmembers plan to introduce an ordinance that would make room for owner-occupied rentals, where the property owner is on site while rooms are being rent...
May 14, 2026Open source
Clayton, Smyrna firefighters answer rising call volume
April 23-26 yielded a torrent of emergency calls for the Clayton Fire Co., but that amount’s been pretty typical.
May 13, 2026Open source
Dover Mayor Robin Christiansen gives state of the city address
While striking an optimistic tone, Christiansen also noted many issues the city is facing, namely homelessness, crime, and housing costs.
May 12, 2026Open source
Growth potential of "3 Rivers Corridor" explored at Wilmington conference
A vision for growth and potential between Edgemoor and New Castle continues to take shape.
May 12, 2026Open source
My Take: Refinery pollution and grandstanding
Last week, we learned that Delaware City Refining Co. will send more sulfur dioxide into the air while repairs are made to a boiler.
May 12, 2026Open source
Outpatient mental health center opens in Hockessin
Brandywine Center for Mental Health opened a new outpatient mental health program at 668 Yorklyn Road, Hockessin.
May 11, 2026Open source
Attempted murder fugitive from Del. arrested in NY State
A Wilmington man is charged with opening fire on a residential unit in the Bear area in mid-March, according to New Castle County Police.
May 11, 2026Open source
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Historic Delaware church finds temporary worship site a week after massive fire Just a week after a fire de...
Just a week after a fire destroyed the Mother African Union Church in Wilmington, its congregation now has a temporary place to worship.
May 24, 2026Open source
Vietnam veteran reflects on fallen soldiers during decades‑long Memorial Day tradition
For over 40 years, Vietnam War veteran Jim Whittaker has spent every Memorial Day sitting on a bench overlooking the Vietnam War Memorial in Delaware.
May 23, 2026Open source
Former Wilmington Mayor Mike Purzycki dies at 80
The state of Delaware is mourning the death of former Wilmington Mayor Mike Purzycki.
May 22, 2026Open source
Man arrested, charged with rape after being found in park after hours with underage girl
A 22-year-old man is facing several rape charges after police say he was in a park in Wilmington, Delaware after hours with an underage girl.
May 22, 2026Open source
South Georgia middle school teacher charged with child molestation, sexual exploitation of children, GBI says
A press release from the GBI said a 34-year-old middle school teacher was charged with child molestation in a case that started in Delaware.
May 22, 2026Open source
Former Delaware County substitute teacher indicted on rape charges involving juvenile
Alyson Bergandine was indicted on three counts of rape and four counts of unlawful sexual conduct with a minor.
May 22, 2026Open source
Early-1900s chemical hazard device removed from downtown Muncie by Delaware County Hazmat Team
During the late 19th and early 20th centuries, some safes were equipped with chemical anti-theft mechanisms to deter criminals.
May 21, 2026Open source
4 Delaware State University students sought after 'takeover' event on Rehoboth Beach
The Rehoboth Beach Police Department responded to a "Takeover" event on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, resulting in arrests, business closures, and warrants issued f...
May 21, 2026Open source
Philadelphia weather: Severe thunderstorm watch issued for SE Pennsylvania, NJ, Delaware
The Philadelphia area is under a severe thunderstorm watch on Wednesday, with more rain expected over Memorial Day Weekend.
May 20, 2026Open source
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