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Platform at the Joseph R. Biden, Jr. Station in Wilmington, a potiential starting point for the Diamond State Line.
Federal grant will study possible Diamond State Line
By Benjamin Rothstein Daily State News DOVER — The Delaware Transit Corp. has received a $500,000 grant from the Federal Railroad Administration to explore the creation of a passenger rail line … more
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Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC)
DNREC announces new superintendents at three Delaware parks
The Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control announces three new superintendents at Delaware State Parks. Tyeast Amankwah is now the superintendent at Auburn Valley … more
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As solar electricity becomes more popular, Delaware lawmakers are taking a look at some of the technology's regulations.
Analysis of Delaware’s net-metering structure looms, as residents deal with cost shifts
Delawareans who own solar panels can partake in net metering, a billing mechanism allowing them to receive credit on their monthly electric payments for putting excess power back into the grid. more
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Photo by Alyssa Cowan earned first place honors in the Delaware Farm Bureau Promotion & Education Committee’s annual photo contest.
Delaware Farm Bureau photo contest winners announced
DOVER — Alyssa Cowan earned first place in the Delaware Farm Bureau Promotion & Education Committee’s annual photo contest joining other amateur photographers who earned awards and … more
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Steve Breeding
Sussex County farmer chosen for national committee
Steve Breeding, of Seaford, is Delaware Farm Bureau’s first vice president and now a member of the American Farm Bureau Federation’s Promotion & Education Committee. The mission … more
Jackie King earned the 2023 Distinguished Service to Ag Award for 2023.
Delaware Farm Bureau holds annual Celebration of Harvest Banquet
DOVER — The Delaware Farm Bureau held the annual Celebration of Harvest Banquet Dec. 9 at the Modern Maturity Center for members, sponsors and changemakers. “This is a great … more
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Cooperators of the Year, from left, 2021, Blaine Hitchens, of Laurel; 2022, Jay Hastings, of Delmar; and 2023, Guy Phillips, of Georgetown, were recognized at the Cooperators’ dinner held in Bridgeville Dec. 5.
Sussex Conservation District holds cooperators’ dinner
BRIDGEVILLE — The Sussex Conservation District held the 2023 Cooperators’ dinner Dec. 5 at the Bridgeville Volunteer Fire Company to recognize the 2021, 2022 and 2023 Cooperator of the … more
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Ducks stand on the edge of Annapolis, Maryland's City Dock, as water overflows onto the walkway. The City Dock resilience plan includes physical barriers along Ego Alley, which some environmentalists say could negatively impact wildlife.
Government shutdown could halt flood insurance, delaying home closings
Congress keeps hitting dead ends in attempts to extend a long-term plan for the federal program that provides flooding coverage for homeowners in the country. more
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LEADelaware announces fellows for Class VII
DOVER — Following an extensive application and interview process, LEADelaware has seated 12 fellows representing Delaware’s agriculture industry, who will begin a 2-year journey to … more
Maryland Department of Natural Resources reported that its annual seine survey of state waters for juvenile rockfish yielded an average of just 1.02 little striped bass per net haul, far below the long-term average of 11.1. That is the second lowest tally since 1957.
Md. military facilities probing groundwater for ‘forever chemicals’
Maryland military facilities are in the early stages of remedial investigations into “forever chemicals” that jeopardize drinking-water supplies in groundwater after a September report by the Department of Defense identified hundreds of military sites across the country as at risk for such chemicals. more
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From left, Maryland State Treasurer Dereck Davis, Board of Public Works operations manager Lisa Johnson and Gov. Wes Moore chat after the board's meeting Wednesday. During that meeting, the state's Department of Natural Resources acquired nearly 20 acres of forested land in Wicomico County for preservation.
Board approves purchase of Wicomico County watershed forestland
With its approval of the Department of Natural Resources’ acquisition of nearly 20 acres of forested land in Wicomico County on Wednesday, the Board of Public Works supported preserving the Nanticoke River watershed and the many animals and birds that live there. more
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Shawn Garvin, secretary of the Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control, testifies at the hearing of legislation related to zero-emission vehicle regulations in April
Delaware to adopt zero-emission vehicle regulations capped at 82% in 2032
DOVER — Delaware will adopt California’s Advanced Clean Car II regulations to aid its greenhouse gas reduction goals, though the zero-emission vehicle availability requirement will be … more
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Councilman Brian Lewis, who represents the city of Dover’s 2nd District, presented certificates of recognition to volunteers who participated in a Community Cleanup Project that he organized on Nov. 4 between the Stony Creek and Clearview Meadows developments at City Hall on Tuesday evening, Some volunteers were unable to attend due to scheduling conflicts. Pictured, from left to right, are Alaysia Bailey, Leah Ross, Nia Hall, Councilman Lewis, Anthoni Torres and Anthony Velazquez.
Cleanup volunteers recognized by Dover Councilman Lewis
Councilman Brian Lewis, who represents the city of Dover’s 2nd District, presented certificates of recognition to volunteers who participated in a Community Cleanup Project that he organized on … more
A Dogwood tree was planted in front of Smyrna town hall Nov. 6 in honor of Larry Potts, the United States Marine Corps captain who went missing in action in the Vietnam War in 1972..
Smyrna Shade Tree Commission beautifies town, salutes its contributors
SMYRNA — The Smyrna Shade Tree Commission continues to beautify the town and salute its significant contributors one planting at a time. more
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DNREC surf fishing permits, annual passes on sale Tuesday
DOVER — The Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control will begin sales of 2024 Delaware State Parks annual passes and surf fishing permits starting at 8 a.m., Tuesday, a news release said. more
James Farm Photo Challenge Grand prize winner “A Soft Landing” by Debbie Blair.
Winners of the inaugural James Farm photo contest announced
The Delaware Center for the Inland Bays announces the winners of the inaugural James Farm Photo Challenge. Photo Challenge participants could submit photos across three categories: … more
A mock-up of the redesigned Annapolis (Maryland) City Dock shows a new welcome center, green space and an interactive fountain. The reimagined area is a part of the City Dock master plan, which will address flooding and preserve historic infrastructure downtown.
As Maryland flood plans develop, experts say they’ll soon be inadequate
As Annapolis, Maryland, readies to start construction next spring on the first phase of its ambitious flood prevention project, businesses are grateful for the pending relief, but climate scientists are warning that it’s exactly the wrong way to tackle the problem of rising sea levels. more
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Fallen leaves near Harrington wait to be raked up this weekend.
Don’t bag fall leaves, and your yard might be healthier
Autumn is the season to gaze at gorgeous leaves of gold, yellow and orange, as they flutter from the trees and fall on our yards — but then, of course, comes the tedious task of raking them up and trying to decide what to do with them. more
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Hundreds of students attended the Black Farmers' Conference at Delaware State University, including members of the National FFA Organization. Some students donned shirts that say, “Farmer in Training."
Inaugural Black Farmers’ Conference draws hundreds to DSU
DOVER — The number of Black farmers in Delaware and the amount of land they own has steadily declined during the last century. So, to spur agricultural involvement and identify gaps in … more
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Liam Antonov of Frederick, Maryland runs in the 3rd annual Lace Up for Ag Literacy 5K benefiting the Delaware Farm Bureau Foundation.
Funds raised for Delaware Farm Bureau Foundation through Lace Up for Ag Literacy 5k
LEWES — More than $10,000 was raised in October at the Delaware Farm Bureau Foundation's 3rd annual Lace Up for Ag Literacy 5k Oct. 21 held at Hopkins Farm Creamery in Lewes. The event … more
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