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FILE - The vessel Zhen Hua 13, carrying four giant shipping cranes for delivery and installation at the Port of Baltimore, passes under the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore, Wednesday, June 20, 2012. A portion of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed after a large boat collided with it early Tuesday, March 26, 2024 in the morning, and multiple vehicles fell into the water. Authorities were trying to rescue at least seven people. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky, File)
Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapses after ship struck it, sending vehicles into water
A portion of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore has collapsed after a large boat collided with it early Tuesday morning. Around 1:30 a.m., a large vessel crashed into the bridge, catching on … more
Applications now accepted for Delaware Farm Bureau internships
The Delaware Farm Bureau is now accepting applications for its summer internship program. College students who are ready for unique but practical and hands-on experiences are encouraged to apply … more
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Kent County Farm Bureau President Jim Minner speaking during a presentation on farm equipment and road safety at Delaware Ag Week.
Farm equipment and road safety topic of concern for farmers at Delaware Ag Week
HARRINGTON — A single accident involving farm equipment could be devastating to both the farmer and the other driver, according to farmer and Kent County Farm Bureau President Jim Minner. … more
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Delaware high school students invited to 5th annual YES! Summit
NEWARK—The 5th annual Delaware Youth Environmental Summit (YES!) will be held Feb. 29 at the Clayton Hall Conference Center at the University of Delaware. The event is free for Delaware … more
Oyster spatfall intensity and distribution in Maryland, 2023. Intensity ranges represent regional averages.
Chesapeake fall oyster survey: Outstanding spatfall
ANNAPOLIS – The Maryland Department of Natural Resources’  Fall Oyster Survey  recorded a remarkable year for juvenile oysters in Maryland waters, finding both prolific numbers … more
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Delaware Farm Bureau Blue Jacket Bonanza applications due Jan. 19
Blue corduroy jackets, embroidered with names and adorned with the FFA logo, are the trademark uniform item for FFA students across the country. With the help of the Delaware Farm Bureau, more … more
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Delaware Ag Week: Safety a priority for DEFB, Dept. of Transportation
Ag safety will be among topics highlighted at the upcoming Delaware Ag Week Jan. 8-11 at the Delaware State Fairgrounds. In partnership with the Delaware Office of Highway Safety and Delaware … more
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Delaware Ag Week 2024 promises networking and latest innovations
DOVER — The annual Delaware Ag Week will be held Jan. 8-11, 2024, at the Delaware State Fairgrounds. “Ag Week is the largest venue where Delaware farmers, agribusinesses, and subject … more
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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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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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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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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
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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Citizens Against Solar Pollution co-founder Kevin Goldsborough, with his daughter, Gracie Goldsborough, and his wife, Audrey Goldsborough.
Litigation continues regarding proposed Smyrna-area solar farm
A favorable court ruling has bolstered a halt to a solar panel farm in Kent County, an attorney representing nearby residents said this week. more
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William Phipps and his family were named the 2023 New Castle County Farm Family of the Year recipients at Townsend Fire Hall by the New Castle County Farm Bureau.
New Castle County Farm Bureau awards top honors
TOWNSEND — The William Phipps Family and Judith Puckett were among those honored Oct. 9 at Townsend Fire Hall by the New Castle County Farm Bureau. William Phipps and his family are this … more
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The winning photo from Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control’s 2022 Delaware Watersheds Photo Contest was “Turkey Trot” by Kimberly Barksdale, taken while “leaving Bear Swamp” in the Leipsic River Watershed.
Delaware Watersheds Photo Contest open for entries
The Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control  is inviting photographers of all ages and skill levels to submit their best shots and to participate in the  … more
A spotted lantern fly is caught in a spiderweb. The species can be identified by their distinctive grey, red and black wings with black spots.
Seeing spotted lantern fly eggs? Scrape, smash, report them
The spotted lantern fly, an invasive, crop-damaging insect, has finished mating season and is preparing to lay egg masses around Maryland and Delaware, threatening farms and local plants, particularly on Delmarva. more
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A tree of heaven sprouts from a sidewalk in downtown Annapolis. Trees of heaven can be identified by the feather-like arrangement of leaves and their nutty smell.
Hellish tree of heaven weeds out native plants
ANNAPOLIS, Md. - As the invasive spotted lanternfly continues to spread nationwide, its proliferation has highlighted an even more worrisome invasive species: the prolific “stinking … more
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The Kent County Farm Bureau awarded Gary Rhodes the Distinguished Service to Agriculture award at its annual banquet.
Kent County Farm Bureau awards top agriculture honors
The Kent County Farm Bureau announces the 2023 awardees for the Distinguished Service to Agriculture, Farm Family of the Year and Young Farm Family Achievement - Excellence In Agriculture awards. … more
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