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Mother charged after false kidnapping report that triggered Amber Alert

A Newark woman has been arrested and charged with filing a false report after allegedly fabricating the kidnapping of her…

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Claudia Estrada posted at 9:35 am

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UPDATE: Amber Alert canceled; case now a homicide investigation

THIS STORY HAS BEEN UPDATED  The Amber Alert issued Tuesday evening for 3-year-old Nola Dinkins has been canceled, and the…

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Claudia Estrada posted at 11:40 am

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Nine years later, State Police still seeking answers in 2016 homicide

SMYRNA — Nearly a decade after the brutal assault and death of 63-year-old James Leager, Delaware State Police continue to…

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Claudia Estrada posted at 9:17 am

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Delaware State Fire Commission recognizes Middletown for requiring residential fire sprinklers

The Delaware State Fire Commission has formally honored the Town of Middletown for adopting a new ordinance requiring fire sprinkler…

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Claudia Estrada posted at 5:59 pm

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Delaware State Police Major Peter Sawyer retires after more than 30 years of service

  Major Peter Sawyer, who most recently served as Special Operations Officer at Delaware State Police Headquarters, has retired after…

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Claudia Estrada posted at 5:49 pm

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Wilmington Police release images of suspect in string of burglaries, seek public’s help

WILMINGTON — Wilmington Police are asking for the public’s help identifying a suspect believed to be connected to multiple burglaries…

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Claudia Estrada posted at 7:04 pm

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Have you seen Tooty? Wilmington Police investigate burglary and dog theft

WILMINGTON — Wilmington Police are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying a suspect involved in a recent burglary that…

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Claudia Estrada posted at 9:55 am

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Hundreds of officers to join 39th Annual Delaware Torch Run for Special Olympics

Nearly 800 law enforcement officers from across the state will participate in the 39th Annual Delaware Law Enforcement Torch Run…

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Claudia Estrada posted at 2:50 pm

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Major drug bust in New Castle Co. leads to arrests and seizures

A months-long investigation by the New Castle County Division of Police High-Risk Offender Team has resulted in the arrest of…

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Jarek Rutz posted at 11:09 am

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Delaware DOC shifts all K-9 units to focus on contraband detection

The First State’s finest dogs are getting a new task. The Delaware Department of Correction (DOC) plans to redeploy all…

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Jarek Rutz posted at 8:14 am

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After deadly 2nd District shooting, officials urge action on public safety

WILMINGTON — In response to another fatal shooting in Wilmington’s 2nd District, local officials, community advocates, and residents gathered Wednesday…

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Claudia Estrada posted at 10:07 am

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Fire tax reform boosts funding for New Castle County Volunteer Fire Companies

The Delaware Department of Insurance (DOI) reported early results from House Bill 371 this month, finding that the 2024 law has…

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Claudia Estrada posted at 5:43 pm

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{Delaware State Police are investigating a knife-point robbery that occurred Friday evening at the Valero Shore Stop in Milford.|Delaware State…

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ChristianaCare first in Delaware to offer breakthrough tricuspid valve disease treatments

WILMINGTON—ChristianaCare has become the first health system in Delaware to offer two new FDA-approved, minimally invasive procedures for patients with…

Claudia Estrada posted at 10:04 am

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New Castle County Police mourn loss of K9 Nox

The New Castle County Division of Police announced the passing of K9 Nox, a Belgian Malinois who served in patrol…

Claudia Estrada posted at 9:09 am

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Candlelight Theatre Presents the Powerful, Tony Award-Winning Musical Ragtime

  Photos taken by Tisa Della-Volpe  The Historic Candlelight Theatre presents a powerful evening about the pursuit of the American…

Staff Writer posted at 10:59 pm

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DSHA awards $3.18M in tax credits for affordable housing projects

The Delaware State Housing Authority (DSHA) has announced $3.18 million in preliminary project awards through the 2025 Low-Income Housing Tax…

Claudia Estrada posted at 9:44 am

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Governor Signs HB119, the Freedom to Read Act, into Law

Ensuring libraries promote fairness and maintain community standards By Brent Burdge – Contributing Journalist Dover, DE – In a significant move…

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DNREC considers fee changes for Delaware State Parks amid rising costs, record demand

Delaware State Parks may see changes to entrance, annual, and lifetime pass fees for the first time in a decade,…

Claudia Estrada posted at 10:11 am

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SEPTA restores Wilmington trains and buses, but long-term funding still in question

WILMINGTON – After weeks of uncertainty for riders, SEPTA restored bus, train, and rail service across the region on Saturday,…

Claudia Estrada posted at 9:23 am

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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…

Claudia Estrada posted at 4:09 pm

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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…

Claudia Estrada posted at 3:18 pm

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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)…

Claudia Estrada posted at 2:42 pm

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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…

Claudia Estrada posted at 2:26 pm

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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…

Claudia Estrada posted at 1:55 pm

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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…

Claudia Estrada posted at 1:33 pm

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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…

Claudia Estrada posted at 11:21 am

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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…

Claudia Estrada posted at 11:11 am

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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…

Staff Writer posted at 4:42 am

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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…

Staff Writer posted at 2:33 pm

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The Science of Galileo, Copernicus and Renaissance Comes Alive this Weekend

WILMINGTON, Del. — The Delaware Museum of Nature and Science is inviting families, history buffs and science lovers to step…

Staff Writer posted at 1:45 pm

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Battle of the Brandywine Weekend Returns With Expanded Lineup in Chadds Ford

CHADDS FORD, Pa. (Sept. 8, 2025) — The sounds of cannon fire, fifes and drums will once again echo along…

Staff Writer posted at 9:43 am

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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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    The Science of Galileo, Copernicus and Renaissance Comes Alive this Weekend

    WILMINGTON, Del. — The Delaware Museum of Nature and Science is inviting families, history buffs and science lovers to step
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    Battle of the Brandywine Weekend Returns With Expanded Lineup in Chadds Ford

    CHADDS FORD, Pa. (Sept. 8, 2025) — The sounds of cannon fire, fifes and drums will once again echo along
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    Delaware’s Aging Boom Puts Adult Children at the Center of Difficult Care Decisions

    WILMINGTON, Del. — Delaware is graying at a historic pace, and with that change comes an emotional and complicated challenge
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