Government
Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development Secretary Jake Day visited several state-sponsored projects in Dorchester County on Wednesday as part of the agency’s Day Trips tour across Maryland.
As the nation's largest estuary, the Chesapeake Bay is a highly valued resource for more than 18 million people who live in its watershed. Producing about 500 million pounds of seafood each year, the …
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The Big College Basketball Tournament captures the hearts of millions, transcending beyond the thrill of March Basketball to impact workplace dynamics across the country. As employees  immerse …
Students in Paris inspired by Gaza solidarity encampments at campuses in the United States have peacefully evacuated a campus building at a prestigious French university after days of tensions. The …
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Environment
In 2018 Draper Media’s WBOC radio absorbed local MTS Broadcasting. Since then, the former studio at 2 Queen Anne Avenue, just off Gerry Boyle Park, has stood vacant, its giant antenna a dormant beacon.
Delawareans can control their collective fate to some degree when it comes to air pollution. While the state fared well in the 2024 “State of the Air” report recently released by the American Lung Association, improvements can be made.
Cops and Courts
A 19-year-old Millsboro man died from injuries suffered in a single-vehicle crash on Tuesday, Delaware State Police said.
SMYRNA — An 87-year-old Smyrna man suffered a minor laceration on his arm after his vehicle crashed into a Bayhealth building Tuesday, authorities said.
Kent County
NASCAR Cup Series driver Ross Chastain has been growing his roots in Delaware since 2018, as part of an Office of Highway Safety campaign. Mr. Chastain, otherwise known as the “Melon Man,” began the “Protect Your Melon” effort with the agency to inform motorists about driving under the influence and to ensure safe road trips.
The Delaware Division of Small Business is highlighting activities taking place during National Small Business Month in May and for National Small Business Week, April 28 through May 4.
DOVER — The best birthday present that Alex Bowman could get this weekend would be a second Miles the Monster trophy for winning Sunday’s Wurth 400 Cup Series race at Dover Motor …
Sussex County
LEWES — Journey to Wellness, a free presentation by Dorothy Greet, will be held from noon to 2 p.m. May 18 at Unitarian Universalists of Southern Delaware. Ms. Greet is an author, blogger, …
LEWES — Board members, staff and negotiators were all smiles as the Cape Henlopen Board of Education and the Cape Henlopen Education Association, the collective bargaining unit for professional …
REHOBOTH BEACH — Old, expired, unused or unwanted prescription medications are being collected at the Rehoboth Beach Police Department headquarters, 229 Rehoboth Ave., this Saturday between 10 …
New Castle County
DOVER — There’s a “King” who wears a cowboy hat in place of a crown, along with trademark wraparound sunglasses. His scepter is the steering wheel of his No. 43 race car, …
DOVER — The National Weather Service issued a frost advisory active in northern and southern parts of the state overnight, warning that patchy ice could kill sensitive outdoor plants if left …
TOWNSEND — He served as an Delaware Assistant Deputy Attorney General prosecuting child support cases.
Wicomico County
Kelsie Mattox is the 2023 Wicomico Democratic Club’s Member of the Year.
Nicole Alu, DO, has joined TidalHealth Family Medicine Practice in Salisbury.
SALISBURY — A myriad of topics were discussed among Maryland’s Eastern Shore delegation members during the annual legislative wrap-forum hosted by the Salisbury Area Chamber of Commerce …
Dorchester County
To better understand the ocean surface, NASA scientists went to the stars. The Plankton, Aerosol, Cloud, ocean Ecosystem satellite launched into orbit Feb. 8 on a quest to better understand the microscopic content of Earth’s atmosphere and oceans.
During its April 22 meeting Cambridge City Council approved the selection of Shore Construction LLC, the lowest of four bidders, for contracting work repairing the city’s plethora of sidewalks needing repair.
Earth Day
For the people living on Smith Island, the water matters. But it’s about more than the beautiful views of the Chesapeake Bay from the picturesque island 10 miles from the mainland. The …
Somerset County
PRINCESS ANNE — Plans for an AutoZone retail store on Brittingham Lane south of the new Royal Farms received contingent approval for its water and sewer plans from the Somerset County Sanitary …
CRISFIELD — The end is in sight for the reopening of Cove Street as the failed pump replacement process is underway week. Public Utilities Superintendent D.J. Parkinson said on Wednesday …
PRINCESS ANNE — Contestants are now being accepted for the 2024 Somerset County Fair Miss, Junior Miss, and Little Miss pageants. Little Miss are ages 4-7 and Junior Miss are ages 9-12 on …
News
GEORGETOWN – A meet-the-candidates event is scheduled for Thursday, May 9, two days before the Town of Georgetown municipal election. Invited to participate are mayoral candidates Angela …
MILFORD -- The Milford Museum will continue its American History Series with a program titled “To Bus or Not to Bus: The 1977 School Desegregation of New Castle County, Delaware” at the …
LEWES — Three websites tracking pollen volume in the area agree there’s little relief in sight from the annual green snowstorm blanketing the area. AccuWeather.com, Weather.com and …
DAGSBORO – Downstate legislators Rep. Ron Gray and Sen. Gerald Hocker will host a public forum on Wednesday, May 1 focusing on the issue of offshore wind proposals being considered. The …
MILLSBORO - Read Aloud Delaware will host a free Family Fun Festival on Thursday, May 16 at Cupola Park, located off North Morris St. in Millsboro. The event will run from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. …
This story will be updated. DOVER — After nearly four hours of debate, House lawmakers passed legislation that would establish a hospital cost review board in the First State. House …
SEAFORD – Opening day for the 2024 Nanticoke Little League season is Saturday, May 4. Plans include pictures, opening festivities, a bounce house, a dunk tank, and plenty of action at …
GEORGETOWN – At the April 22 town council meeting, Mayor Bill West signed a proclamation recognizing the week of April 21-27, 2024 as Georgetown Arbor Week and established Friday, April 26, …
GEORGETOWN - The Georgetown Chamber of Commerce and Revelation Craft Brewery in Georgetown announce the start of the all-new Hops & Crops Market. The market will kick off on Wednesday, May …
DOVER – Over the past several weeks, the Kent County Levy Court has been looking at its operational budget trying to figure out how to cover the county’s nearly $2 Million shortfall. Some …
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