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Maryland woman tries to pose as nurse in Delaware

A Maryland woman has been arrested and charged with stealing the identity of a registered nurse and then trying to…

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Betsy Price posted at 12:28 pm

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Funeral Thursday for Sussex firefighter Thomas Berry

The funeral Thursday, Aug. 22, for a Sussex County volunteer firefighter who died in the line of duty is expected…

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Betsy Price posted at 4:07 pm

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Sussex County mourns death of firefighter at crash site

A Georgetown man who was a firefighter and Sussex County employee was killed Tuesday afternoon after he stopped on his…

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Betsy Price posted at 11:55 am

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Some voters can choose a primary on election day

On primary election day, Sept. 10, a small number of new Delaware voters will be able to choose a political…

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Betsy Price posted at 5:06 pm

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NCCo plans $4.25M facelift for a park on Naamans Road

Pickleball is in, and handball is out in a concept for Bechtel Park. New Castle County has scheduled a meeting…

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Ken Mammarella posted at 9:31 am

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Planning to vote early? Here’s where to go when

Early voting sites for the September primary will be open over a 12-day period from Aug. 28 through Sept. 8,…

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Betsy Price posted at 3:13 pm

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Delaware courts to allow cell phones, personal devices

As of Wednesday, the Delaware Judiciary will allow cellphones and personal electronic devices in courthouses, under some restrictions that include…

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Betsy Price posted at 3:54 pm

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Smyrna council votes to visit marijuana production facility

With temperatures running high during a debate over where marijuana sales and production would be allowed in Smyrna, the council…

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Betsy Price posted at 9:28 am

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Relief’s on the way with 3rd lane on I-295

There’s some relief on the way for notorious New Castle County traffic jams that at their worst start on Interstate…

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Ken Mammarella posted at 11:22 am

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No charges expected in unemployment insurance theft

No one is likely to be charged in the 2023 theft of $181,000 from the state’s Unemployment Insurance Trust Fund,…

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Betsy Price posted at 5:26 pm

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Deadline to register to vote in primaries is Aug. 17

Eligible voters in Delaware have 18 days left to register to vote in the 2024 state primary election.  Wednesday, the…

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Jarek Rutz posted at 3:29 pm

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Smyrna doubles property taxes to cover $2 million deficit

Citing the woes of inflation and healthcare costs, the town of Smyrna has doubled its property taxes to deal with…

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Jarek Rutz posted at 1:06 pm

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Matt Meyer calls for federal investigation of Hall-Long finances

This story has been updated to reflect that Meyer said an investigation is needed to see if any federal finance…

Betsy Price posted at 11:31 am

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Senator calls for audit of credentials for school counselors

One state legislature is looking to bolster the verification process for the credentials of educators. Senate Minority Whip Brian Pettyjohn,…

Jarek Rutz posted at 10:09 am

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DNREC’s new all-terrain wheelchair uses caterpillar tracks

DNREC on Friday unveiled a new wheelchair that operates with a continuous track, like a military tank, and is designed…

Betsy Price posted at 2:11 pm

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Legislative Wrap-up: road, traffic, car bills passed in 2024

The Delaware General Assembly concluded its 2024 session with a flurry of bills affecting  highways, traffic and cars, many focused…

Jarek Rutz posted at 11:36 am

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Milford School District lowers tax rate for 8th year

Milford School District this week voted to lower  the school tax rate in both Kent and Sussex counties for the…

Terry Rogers posted at 12:30 pm

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Legislative Wrap-up: animal-related bills passed in 2024

This year’s legislative session had a slew of bills related to animals and domestic pets that passed both the House…

Jarek Rutz posted at 11:30 am

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Legislative Wrap-up: gun bills passed in 2024

Delaware’s state legislature is not immune to the national discussions on key societal issues, such as firearms.  With this year’s…

Jarek Rutz posted at 9:01 am

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Plan promotes rail service, bicycling, walking, EV charging

Railroad passengers, bicyclists, pedestrians and charging stations for electric vehicles are all important parts of the Wilmington Area Planning Council’s…

Ken Mammarella posted at 11:04 am

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Affordable housing discrimination bill debated, but passes

Most of the bills flew through the House on the final day of Delaware’s 2024 legislative session, but one dealing…

Jarek Rutz posted at 7:42 pm

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2025 grants budget that benefits nonprofits rises 27% over ’24

The record-busting $98.5 million grants-in-aid budget bill for fiscal year 2025 sailed unanimously  through the Delaware Senate Sunday, even though…

Betsy Price posted at 6:24 pm

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Del. Supreme Court vacates lower court absentee ballot ruling

The Delaware Supreme Court has thrown out a lower court ruling on absentee ballots in a unanimous vote, saying neither…

Betsy Price posted at 12:45 pm

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With Senate vote, Carney veto overridden; 1st time in 47 years 

It’s official – the Delaware General Assembly has overridden a veto by Gov. John Carney. And House Bill 282, sponsored…

Jarek Rutz posted at 6:59 pm

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    FSE details student achievement, understanding data

    A state education group wants the public to know how to look through student data and decipher what it means,
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    Coastal dunes to get some love from state after breaches

    Coastal dunes just north of the Indian River inlet will be getting additional metal sheets embedded in the sand as
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    *Update* Additional Suspects Arrested in 2022 Seaford Home Invasion Homicide

    The Delaware State Police have arrested 16-year-old Denzel Maker of Seaford, Delaware, and 20-year-old Timothy Ohara of Lincoln, Delaware, for
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    *Update* Additional Suspects Arrested in 2022 Seaford Home Invasion Homicide

    The Delaware State Police have arrested 16-year-old Denzel Maker of Seaford, Delaware, and 20-year-old Timothy Ohara of Lincoln, Delaware, for
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    Troopers Arrest Two Suspects in New Castle Burglary at Former Hospital Site

    Delaware State Police arrested 32-year-old Colleen Floyd of Delaware City and 55-year-old David Mitchell of Newark for burglary and other
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    Troopers Arrest Two Suspects in New Castle Burglary at Former Hospital Site

    Delaware State Police arrested 32-year-old Colleen Floyd of Delaware City and 55-year-old David Mitchell of Newark for burglary and other
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    Christina board fights over residency concerns of Baqir

    Another month, another chaotic meeting from Christina School District’s board of education.  Wednesday night’s September board meeting had Naveed Baqir
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    Heroic Efforts by Dover Police Communications Operators Save Lives in European Waters

    On August 27, 2024, at approximately 3:36 PM, the Dover Police Department received a…Click for MoreHeroic Efforts by Dover Police
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    Air Force vet launches junk removal service as sister brand

    A Dover company run by an Air Force veteran and dedicated to cleaning communities has opened its first location in
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