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The Mercury fast becoming community hub in Old New Castle

Betsy PriceCulture, Headlines

  Fancy a beer or a glass of wine with buddies? The Mercury’s got you. Craving a cup of tea, perhaps a blend named for area sites? The Mercury’s got you. Seeking a light lunch or dinner that’s vegetarian, but you’d never know it was? The Mercury’s got you. Looking for a nice patio to dine or drink in the …

Delaware Tech Softball Headed Back to National Tournament after Winning Region and District Championships

Betsy PriceEducation, Police & Fire, RSS

The Delaware Technical Community College softball team is making a return trip to the NJCAA Division II Softball National Tournament after winning the NJCAA Region 19 and NJCAA Northeast District championships on May 17 in Georgetown. “This feels great,” Head Coach Guy Wilkins said. “It’s the first time in a very long time that this program has won back-to-back district …

*Update – Victim Identified* Delaware State Police Investigating Single Vehicle Fatal Collision

Betsy PricePolice & Fire, RSS

Date Posted: Wednesday, May 18th, 2022 Delaware State Police have identified the victim who died during a fatal single-vehicle collision that occurred on May 13, 2022, in the Wilmington area as Anthony Rivera, 25, of Garnet Valley, PA. Delaware State Police Investigating Single Vehicle Fatal Collision The Delaware State Police Troop 2 Collision Reconstruction Unit continues to investigate this collision. Troopers …

Delaware State Police Arrest Georgetown Man for Manslaughter

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Date Posted: Wednesday, May 18th, 2022 Delaware State Police have arrested Jordan Walls, 26 of Georgetown, DE, in connection with a homicide that occurred last night. On Tuesday, May 17, 2022, at approximately 6:07 p.m., troopers responded to the 22000 block of Deep Branch Road, Georgetown for a report of a female subject shot. Upon arrival a 54-year-old female victim was located …

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Public Health: Don’t make, use homemade baby formula

Betsy PriceHeadlines, Health

  The Delaware Division of Public Health on Tuesday warned parents worried about finding enough baby formula for their children to not make or use homemade formula and to never dilute the formula they may have. Parents across the country are dealing with a shortage of baby formula created by supply chain issues as well as a massive recall in …

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Museum of Nature, Sciences reopens this weekend

Betsy PriceCulture, Headlines

      The Delaware Museum of Nature and Science will celebrate its reopening Friday through Monday with a ribbon cutting and tours. The attraction, formerly known as a museum of natural history, is changing its name to reflect its mission of connecting Delaware citizens with the state’s natural development and the science behind it. The $10.8 million renovation started …

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Hagley loans patent models to Philadelphia airport for display

Betsy PriceCulture, Headlines

    A selection of 19th century patent models from Hagley Museum and Library will be on display throughout the summer at Philadelphia International Airport. The 49 chosen to be part of the exhibit by Chris Cascio, Hagley’s Alan W. Rothchild assistant curator, all have connections to Philly or — appropriate for air travelers — transportation, food and drink. The …