DNREC: Clean Cars II would aid goal of shrinking greenhouse gas emissions in Delaware

When Delaware adopted its Climate Action Plan in November 2021, the state set a goal to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions by at least 26% of the 2005 levels by 2025. And we’re on …

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DOVER — Lisa Jones has been cooking up her dreams in Milton Hershey School’s culinary arts/restaurant management program for almost six years. Now, those simmering dreams are suddenly …

MILLSBORO — By late May 2025, one of downstate Delaware’s biggest traffic bottlenecks will be relieved. That is the hope of elected officials and the Department of Transportation …
Sgt. Danny Garcia, a retired veteran known as “The Walking Man,” has prayed and walked on six continents for children and world peace. His relentless walking journey took him to the Kent County Veterans Memorial Park in Dover Friday afternoon.
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Gov. John Carney on Friday formally extended the public health emergency order another 30 days. Under Delaware law, public health emergencies must be renewed every 30 days. The …
GEORGETOWN – A forecast calling brisk wind and 70% chance of precipitation has resulted in the decision to cancel Saturday’s Easter Egg Hunt and festivities at the Georgetown Historical …
DOVER — Delaware Farm Bureau, 4-H and FFA members shared their love of agriculture with lawmakers near the Senate Chambers in Legislative Hall on March 30. Lunch was prepared by Chef Bill …

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Central Delaware Chamber of Commerce joins Forrest Avenue Animal Hospital for ribbon cutting

DOVER – The Central Delaware Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon cutting for Forrest Avenue Animal Hospital on March 29.   Chamber members and friends joined the team of Forrest Avenue …

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More economic development is on the way, as City Council gave the nod to project designs in two business campuses Tuesday.
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President and General Manager Charlie Pens urged the Delaware State Fair to reconsider its decision not to renew the ice hockey team’s lease of The Centre Ice Arena in Harrington, all but saying the group would be forced to leave Delaware should it not be reversed.
MILFORD – The Central Delaware Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony for Red-E-Bins Sussex, LLC March 28 at 1795 Milford Harrington Highway. Chamber members and friends joined …

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Cape Henlopen High boys' volleyball player Brady Lamb helped the Vikings to three wins last week. Submitted photo/Annette Potemski

Athlete of the Week: Brady Lamb, Cape Henlopen volleyball

LEWES — Cape Henlopen High volleyball player Brady Lamb was voted the State News Athlete of the Week. The senior collected 33 …
Hannah Glanden of Caesar Rodney boots the ball away from Stephani Hernandez of the Senators in Thursday’s match played in Camden. Gary Emeigh/Special To The Delaware State News

Local roundup: Caesar Rodney girls pull away from Dover; Senators post walk-off win

Caesar Rodney High led by only a goal before netting five second-half goals in a 6-1 victory over Dover in Henlopen North girls’ …
Texas Rangers' Robbie Grossman, right, is congratulated by Josh Jung after hitting a three-run home run that scored Jung and Jonah Heim, center, during the fourth inning of an opening day baseball game against the Philadelphia Phillies, Thursday, March 30, 2023, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Jeffrey McWhorter)

Rangers rally after deGrom struggles to beat Phillies 11-7

ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Robbie Grossman and Brad Miller homered in a big comeback for Texas after prized acquisition Jacob deGrom …
Baltimore Orioles' Adley Rutschman watches the flight of his RBI single in the seventh inning of an opening day baseball game against the Boston Red Sox at Fenway Park, Thursday, March 30, 2023, in Boston. (AP Photo/Charles Krupa)

Rutschman has 5 hits in opener, Orioles outlast Red Sox 10-9

Adley Rutschman became the first catcher in major league history with five hits on opening day, and the Baltimore Orioles survived a …
Rider freshman Ella Brown heads up field with the ball in first half of match with Dover Wednesday night. Gary Emeigh/Special To The Delaware State News

Local roundup: Caesar Rodney girls snap skid against Senators

Caesar Rodney High downed Dover, 17-5, in Henlopen North girls’ lacrosse on Wednesday evening. It was the first time the Riders …

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Children's Theatre brings 'Anne of Green Gables' to life in Dover

DOVER — Kent County’s Veterans Memorial Park will be a stop on the Honor Walk 2023 of former Marine Danny Garcia and his wife Jackie, a retired Air Force Lt. Col., at noon on …
The League of Women Voters of Kent County will hold a Candidates Night debate from 7-9 p.m. Wednesday in the Palmer Room of the Modern Maturity Center, Dover.

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Kent County
SMYRNA - A quarterly test of the Salem/Hope Creek Nuclear Generating Stations Alert and Notification system will occur on Tuesday at 7:20 p.m., the Delaware Emergency Management Agency said.
DOVER — Gov. John Carney signed a proclamation in observance of Myeloma Awareness Month on March 28.  
Stress doesn’t just affect your mood—it can have long-term health impacts as well if you don’t take steps to manage it constructively. For individuals who face the stressful task …

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New Castle County
NEW CASTLE -Delaware River and Bay Authority officials announced on Friday that the Wilmington Airport will again be categorized as a “Primary Commercial Service Airport.
Delaware Transit Corp. is leading a yearlong, statewide transit study, “DART Reimagined: Reshaping DART Transit Services to Meet the Needs of Today and Beyond,” to reconfigure the bus network and provide a more sustainable and equitable transit system.
SMYRNA - In a clear show of unity, state officials announced on Wednesday a slew of proposed legislation designed to lessen danger and increase safety on Delaware’s roadways.

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Sussex County
GEORGETOWN — In recognition of National Women’s Month, members of the Sussex Technical High School faculty and staff participated in the Habitat for Humanity’s National Women Build …
MILLSBORO — Zach Evans from Mountaire presented the Millsboro Library with a $500 donation to the Summer Reading Program. Summer Reading programs stimulate children and families to continue …
As the world celebrates the Transgender Day of Visibility on March 31, Sussex Pride takes this opportunity to recognize and celebrate the leadership of transgender community members in its …

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