The Wilmington International Film Festival will make its debut October 9–12, and one of its centerpiece films is Shuffle, a documentary that exposes the darker side of the addiction treatment industry. Shot over three years, Shuffle follows individuals caught in the cycle of addiction treatment fraud, where financial incentives often outweigh genuine care. Through raw interviews and investigative reporting, director …
WILMINGTON — Bayard Hogans, formerly the president overseeing Enstructure’s Mid-Atlantic operations including Delaware, has departed the company, according to a recent announcement from the Port of Wilmington operations. Hogans’ departure comes nearly two years after he was appointed to the role in October 2023, following the state’s termination of its contract with previous port operator Gulftainer. Enstructure stepped in with …
A team of Delaware firefighters has been dispatched to Colorado to assist with efforts to contain the massive Turner Gulch wildfire, which has scorched more than 15,000 acres since it was sparked by lightning earlier this month. The Delaware Forest Service announced that it deployed E-613, a newly built Type 6 wildland fire engine, along with a three-person crew from …
A fishing trip to offshore waters turned historic for Logan Smith of Dover, who landed a massive 56-pound, 3.2-ounce Golden Tilefish—setting a new Delaware state record. “When it bit, I had no idea what it was, because it was pulling drag like crazy,” Smith said. “When me and my buddies finally saw some color from the fish and brought it …
Between new treatment efforts in Stanton and ongoing concerns about contamination in the Christina River, PFAS have emerged as a growing concern in Delaware, raising questions about health, accountability, and cleanup. So, what are PFAS? And why do they matter? PFAS—short for per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances—are a class of human-made chemicals used in products like nonstick cookware, waterproof clothing, and …
WILMINGTON – City Council on Thursday voted against dissolving the Wilmington Neighborhood Conservancy Land Bank, instead shifting its focus on reforming the agency amid ongoing concerns about transparency, accountability, and effectiveness. Councilmember Shané Darby, who sponsored the legislation to dismantle the Land Bank, argued the agency had lost public trust and failed to deliver on its mission of creating lasting …
ChristianaCare is planning to invest more than $865 million in Delaware over the next three years, continuing its commitment to expand healthcare access across the state. The announcement follows a previous $375 million in spending over the last three years. The investments will include major facility expansions, new jobs, and continued innovation in healthcare delivery. “Since our founding in Wilmington …
Wilmington City Council is weighing whether to dismantle the Wilmington Neighborhood Conservancy Land Bank, but supporters of the Land Bank say critics are ignoring key facts. The push to dissolve the Land Bank follows a 2024 audit that flagged weaknesses in financial controls and governance. Councilmember Shané Darby introduced legislation to dissolve the agency, calling the audit evidence of “severe mismanagement.” …
WILMINGTON — The future of the Wilmington Neighborhood Conservancy Land Bank came under intense scrutiny Monday night as members of City Council’s Community Development & Urban Planning Committee clashed over whether to dissolve the entity, and whether one of their own is being removed from the committee for demanding accountability. The proposed ordinance, sponsored by Councilmember Shané Darby, would …
WILMINGTON — The Sunday Breakfast Mission (SBM) held a ribbon-cutting ceremony Tuesday to celebrate the dedication of two newly rehabilitated homes aimed at supporting individuals transitioning out of homelessness. The homes, developed in partnership with Habitat for Humanity of New Castle County, will serve as transitional housing for SBM’s New Life Discipleship Program graduates and its interns through the Aftercare …
NEWARK, Del. — Established in 1956, the DFRC Blue-Gold All★Star Football Game is the most well-known of the DFRC’s signature events. High school students from across Delaware are invited to participate as football players, cheerleaders, band members, and student ambassadors, representing their schools in this longstanding and meaningful tradition. For many, this is the most important event and football game of …
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 …
