Delaware motorists find fueling up extra costly
SMYRNA — As Delawareans motor through the state these days there’s no telling how costly those trips may become.
May 15, 2026Open source
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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
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
Smyrna appoints a new council member and announces a crackdown on unlicensed businesses
Nick Miles was appointed unanimously by the members of the town council, including Joseph Reames, who beat him by just three votes in the April 28 election.
May 11, 2026Open source
18-Year-Old Charged with Threating to Stab Smyrna Community Members
SMYRNA, Del. – The Delaware State Police have arrested an 18-year-old after they say he used a knife to threaten residents in a Smyrna community last month...
May 8, 2026Open source
Sussex Academy celebrates baseball seniors
The Sussex Academy baseball team celebrated its seniors April 30, before the Seahawks' 11-2 loss to Smyrna. Earning recognition in Georgetown were Victor G...
May 7, 2026Open source
Seahawks fly past Eagles 13-9 on girls' lacrosse Senior Night
After celebrating the lacrosse careers of five seniors, the girls laxing it up at Sussex Academy came out of a battle against Smyrna with a 13-9 win May 6. D...
May 7, 2026Open source
Collins Hill downs Campbell in PKs
SMYRNA – The Campbell boys’ soccer team saw its quest to repeat as Class AAAAAA champions come to an end with a 3-2 loss to Collins Hill in overtime in
May 6, 2026Open source
Campbell continues trek toward title defense
SMYRNA – Defending Class AAAAAA state soccer champion Campbell kept its hopes for a repeat alive with a 2-1 victory over South Forsyth in the second round...
May 2, 2026Open source
Smyrna hosts Day of Service with Rebuilding Together Atlanta
Smyrna hosts Day of Service with Rebuilding Together Atlanta
May 2, 2026Open source
New images released in Smyrna armed robbery and assault case
Smyrna police are searching for four people connected to an armed robbery and assault on Dec. 23, 2025.
Apr 30, 2026Open source
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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
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
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
Harmony at Kent evacuees claim they were improperly charged rent
When Deborah Townsend picked up her 85-year-old mother from an evacuated Harmony at Kent in Dover on Feb. 9, the only items she took were some winter clothes.
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
Harrington Starbucks not coming; industrial park delayed again
HARRINGTON — The site of a former gas station and auto-repair business at 16519 S. DuPont Highway is being cleared, but a hoped-for Starbucks coffee shop w...
May 11, 2026Open source
AG Jennings Files Motion Against Dover Home Improvement Company
DOVER, Del. – Delaware Attorney General (AG) Kathy Jennings has filed a motion to enforce a subpoena against a Dover home improvement company. Mastercraft...
May 11, 2026Open source
80-Year-Old Goldsboro Man Killed in Felton Crash; DSP Investigating
FELTON, Del. – The Delaware State Police are investigating a fatal crash that killed an elderly driver on Sunday. At 4:50 p.m. on May 10, a Kia Sorento was...
May 11, 2026Open source
Rehoboth approves next phase of planning code update, but voices some concerns
Rehoboth hired Dover Kohl and Partners, a Miami, Florida based city planning company, to help with the planning code update process - but critics say their u...
May 10, 2026Open source
Bridging designs for the future
The Delaware Department of Transportation (DelDOT) held its 7th annual Bridge Design Competition at Polytech High School in Woodside earlier this month.
May 8, 2026Open source
Gov. Matt Meyer Meets with Gun Safety Advocates in Dover
DOVER, Del. – Delaware lawmakers met with dozens representing various gun violence prevention advocacy groups on Wednesday morning. Governor Matt Meyer...
May 6, 2026Open source
DSU shaping next generation of Army aviators with helicopter flying program Delaware State University stude...
Delaware State University students are taking off from Chandelle Airport in Dover as they work to become future Army aviators.
May 6, 2026Open source
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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
Therapeutic riding group celebrates Kentucky Derby
The Southern Delaware Therapeutic Riding Center helds its annual Kentucky Derby Day event May 2. Kentucky Derby Day is more than just the biggest celebration...
May 10, 2026Open source
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
ChristianaCare to expand its Middletown campus
The Health Center Middletown Campus will expand services with an 87 thousand square-foot facility. That will include behavioral health, oncology, cardiovascu...
May 12, 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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