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Cape May-Lewes Ferry reintroduces Zoo excursion package for Fall 2025

The Cape May-Lewes Ferry is bringing back its popular Zoo excursion package for the Fall 2025 season, offering families a…

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Claudia Estrada posted at 1:08 pm

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Newark electric customers can soon use new outage management system

NEWARK – Electric customers in the City of Newark will soon have a new and improved way of reporting electricity…

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Jarek Rutz posted at 8:52 am

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Here are the 4 trailblazers inducted into the Delaware Women’s Hall of Fame Class of 2025

Delaware Women’s Hall of Fame Class of 2025 has been announced, honoring four influential women whose trailblazing careers and service…

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Jarek Rutz posted at 11:58 am

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‘Mrs. Doubtfire’ musical coming to Wilmington for limited run in September

WILMINGTON — The national tour of Mrs. Doubtfire, the hit musical based on the beloved 1993 film, is coming to…

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Claudia Estrada posted at 12:12 pm

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Cape May–Lewes Ferry earns 2025 Travelers’ Choice Award

The Cape May–Lewes Ferry has once again been recognized for excellence in hospitality, earning Tripadvisor’s® 2025 Travelers’ Choice® Award.  The…

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Claudia Estrada posted at 11:42 am

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Delaware expands off-road wheelchair access in state parks

People with disabilities now have greater access to Delaware’s state parks, thanks to an expanded program offering all-terrain wheelchairs at…

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Wilmington to host small business vendor expo at Rodney Square

WILMINGTON — The City of Wilmington will host its Small Business Vendor Expo on Saturday, August 16, 2025, from 11:00…

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Claudia Estrada posted at 10:33 am

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Newark Food and Brew Festival turns 21; enjoy summer with craft beer, local eats, sidewalk sales

NEWARK — One of Newark’s tastiest summer traditions is coming of age. The Downtown Newark Food and Brew Festival returns…

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Wilmington VA launches outreach to combat Veteran homelessness

The Wilmington VA Medical Center is taking part in a nationwide initiative to tackle veteran homelessness with a large-scale outreach…

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Jarek Rutz posted at 10:59 am

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Faithful Friends’ low-cost pet vaccine clinic coming to Claymont

Pet owners in northern Delaware will have an opportunity to access affordable veterinary care next week when Faithful Friends Animal…

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Jarek Rutz posted at 10:12 am

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Dave’s Hot Chicken opens first Delaware location August 1

Hot chicken lovers have likely salivated over social media videos of the new and rapidly-growing Dave’s Hot Chicken – and…

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Jarek Rutz posted at 4:11 pm

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Robot Sculptor to headline 2025 Brandywine Festival of the Arts

A middle school teacher with a passion for robots built from junkyard treasures will take center stage at this year’s…

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Jarek Rutz posted at 8:51 am

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Wilmington Black Storytelling Residency returns to celebrate black voices and untold histories

  WILMINGTON — The Wilmington Black Storytelling Residency (WBSR) is returning for its fourth year, bringing together 15 Black storytellers…

Claudia Estrada posted at 5:46 pm

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Delaware study maps most suitable areas for marsh migration amid rising seas

As sea level rise along Delaware’s coast, the state is preparing for the natural shift of its tidal wetlands. A…

Jarek Rutz posted at 11:16 am

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DRBA to host annual job fair at Route 9 Library July 23

Job seekers in the New Castle area will have the opportunity to connect with potential employers as the Delaware River…

Jarek Rutz posted at 3:21 pm

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Public Service Commission approves settlement; 6%-6.5% cost of gas increase for Chesapeake users

The Delaware Public Service Commission (PSC) has approved the settlement of Chesapeake Utilities Corporation’s (Chesapeake) natural gas base rate case.…

Jarek Rutz posted at 10:16 am

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DSU and Epitome of Soul bring jazz with ‘Sizzling Summer Series’

Downtown Dover is set to heat up with smooth rhythms and soulful melodies as Delaware State University (DSU), in collaboration…

Jarek Rutz posted at 10:01 am

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Wilmington to launch new billing system July 7

WILMINGTON— The city will launch a new online billing system, Enquesta, on July 7, designed to streamline payments for utility…

Claudia Estrada posted at 11:29 am

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Delaware reports lowest drunk-driving arrest rate in the nation

As drunk driving remains a deadly and persistent issue across the United States, new data reveals Delaware is leading the…

Claudia Estrada posted at 10:19 am

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Where to watch fireworks this Fourth of July across Delaware

As Independence Day approaches, towns across Delaware are preparing to celebrate with parades, music, historic reenactments, and, of course, fireworks.…

Jarek Rutz posted at 10:52 am

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Dover trio claims first $1 million prize from Delaware Lottery’s 50th Anniversary Game

A trio of Dover women is celebrating a life-changing win after claiming a $1 million top prize from the Delaware…

Jarek Rutz posted at 10:13 am

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Carolann Wicks is the new Board President of YWCA Delaware

YWCA Delaware has named Carolann D. Wicks, P.E., as its new Board President, ushering in a new chapter of leadership…

Jarek Rutz posted at 10:51 am

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Free Lyft and Uber vouchers offered to Delawareans this July 4th to prevent drunk driving

As Delawareans gear up to celebrate Independence Day, state officials are reminding everyone to keep safety top of mind—especially when…

Jarek Rutz posted at 10:33 am

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John Flynn marks 20 years of prison reentry work with new music and benefit concert

WILMINGTON – Philadelphia-based singer-songwriter John Flynn is marking 20 years of work with incarcerated and formerly incarcerated individuals through a…

Claudia Estrada posted at 2:50 pm

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    DCF awards $13M to University of Delaware Alzheimer’s Research Center

    WILMINGTON – The Delaware Community Foundation (DCF) announced a five-year, $13.1 million investment in the Delaware Center for Cognitive Aging
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    Juvenile and K. Michelle to headline 2025 HBCU week concert in Wilmington

    WILMINGTON — The HBCU Week Foundation has announced that Juvenile and K. Michelle will headline the 2025 HBCU Concert Series
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    Delaware Tourism Office opens TEAMS program applications for sporting events

    The Delaware Tourism Office (DTO) has opened applications for the second round of its Tournaments, Events, and Athletic Meets Sponsorship (TEAMS)
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    Delaware Department of Labor celebrates construction week with workshops

    WILMINGTON – The Delaware Department of Labor’s Office of Construction Enforcement, alongside community and industry partners, will mark National Construction
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    Delaware unveils SEFA grant program to support social equity marijuana businesses

    The Delaware Office of the Marijuana Commissioner (OMC) has announced the implementation of the Social Equity Financial Assistance (SEFA) Grant Program, an
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    Art exhibition at ChristianaCare honors Delaware women leaders

    NEWARK— The Delaware Office of Women’s Advancement and Advocacy, a division of the Department of Human Resources, has partnered with ChristianaCare to open the
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    Delaware Restaurant Foundation showcased as National Workforce Development Leader

     The Delaware Restaurant Foundation (DRF), the nonprofit arm of the Delaware Restaurant Association, was highlighted last week at the 2025 Hospitality Pathways
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    Urban Artist Exchange Amphitheater honored with AIA Delaware Design Award

    WILMINGTON — The Urban Artist Exchange (UAE) Outdoor Amphitheater has been named a recipient of the American Institute of Architects (AIA) Delaware Design
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    Great Stuff Savvy Resale & Home Expanding in Talleyville Shopping Center

    WILMINGTON, Del. — Great Stuff Savvy Resale & Home, a popular upscale resale shop benefiting the Delaware Breast Cancer Coalition
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    First State Ballet Theatre Brings Spine-Chilling ‘Dracula’ to The Grand

    WILMINGTON, Del. — Just in time for Halloween, First State Ballet Theatre (FSBT) will present Dracula at The Grand Opera
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