As the summer solstice approaches on June 20, a recent national survey shows where First Staters should go: the Bayshore Byway. A survey of more than 3,000 people by Gunther Mazda revealed what residents think the best place in the state to watch the sunrise is, and one of the most breathtaking spots in the country to mark the start …
Clifford Brown Jazz Festival returns to Wilmington
WILMINGTON — The 38th annual Clifford Brown Jazz Festival kicks off this week, bringing live music and community celebration to Rodney Square June 18–21. Dubbed the largest free jazz festival on the East Coast, this four-day celebration honors the legacy of local legend Clifford Brown and delivers an electrifying lineup of world-class performances, free to the public. RELATED STORY: Wilmington …
Miss Delaware 2025 and Miss Delaware’s Teen crowned in Newark
Hailey Mack of Ocean View and Avery Eileen Martinenza of Newark were crowned Miss Delaware 2025 and Miss Delaware’s Teen 2025. The Miss Delaware Scholarship Organization’s annual competition, held Saturday night at the Independence School, highlighted candidates from across the state, celebrating scholarship, service, talent, and style as they competed for state titles and the opportunity to advance to national …
Lidl to open new store in Newark on July 11
Lidl US is expanding its footprint in Delaware with the grand opening of a new store in Newark on Friday, July 11, marking the company’s third location in the First State. Located at 1616 Pulaski Highway in Newark, the new location marks another step in the grocery chain’s rapid U.S. expansion, offering customers its signature blend of high-quality private-label products, …
Delaware releases first Statewide Disaster Housing Strategy
In a move to improve emergency preparedness and long-term recovery efforts, the Delaware State Housing Authority (DSHA) has released the state’s first Disaster Housing Strategy, a framework aimed at guiding housing recovery in the aftermath of natural and man-made disasters. The strategy outlines a coordinated approach to ensure displaced residents have access to stable housing after emergencies. Developed with …
New Castle County Council approves $454M FY26 budget
WILMINGTON — New Castle County Executive Marcus Henry signed his first budget into law Thursday morning following unanimous approval by County Council the night before. The $454 million operating budget for Fiscal Year 2026 passed 13–0. “Thank you all for joining us today as I officially signed the FY 26 budget for New Castle County,” Henry said during a …
Despite wildfire-cancelled events, Special Olympics Summer Games successful with 1,100+ athletes
The 54th Special Olympics Delaware Summer Games was held at the University of Delaware over the weekend, with more than a thousand athletes and Unified partners competing in six different sports at this year’s games. This year’s competitions included swimming, track & field, bocce, tennis, softball, and powerlifting. Although organizers were disappointed they were not able to finish all competitions …
Twisted Irons Craft Brewing to receive 2025 Shining Light Award from Delaware Breast Cancer Coalition
Twisted Irons Craft Brewing Company will be honored with the Delaware Breast Cancer Coalition’s (DBCC) 2025 Shining Light Award for its outstanding support and advocacy in the fight against breast cancer. The award will be presented at a special celebration on Wednesday, August 6, 2025, at The Waterfall in Claymont. The Shining Light Awards, presented annually by DBCC, recognize individuals …
Teen driving deaths alarmingly high with Delaware ranking among worst states
Despite a gradual decline in overall traffic fatalities across the U.S., teenage drivers continue to face a disproportionately high risk of deadly crashes. A new report from the ConsumerAffairs Research Team reveals that drivers aged 15 to 19 remain nearly four times more likely to be involved in fatal accidents than their older counterparts. In 2022 alone, more than 2,500 …
9-year-old takes top prize at Delaware Youth Fishing Tournament
Despite soggy skies, more than 150 young anglers turned out on Saturday, June 7, for the 39th Annual Delaware Youth Fishing Tournament, hosted by the Delaware Natural Resources Police. The event, held at three locations across the state, crowned 9-year-old Kohen Marvel of Smyrna as the overall champion after he reeled in 9.53 pounds of fish at the Akridge Scout …