University of Delaware President Dennis Assanis announced Monday he will step down from his role at the end of June, concluding a nine-year tenure that saw record growth in research, student success, and institutional rankings. Assanis, who became UD’s 28th president in 2016, said he and his wife, Eleni, are filled with gratitude for their time at the university. “My …
WILMINGTON —The Delaware Heart & Stroke Ball gathered community members to support the American Heart Association’s (AHA) work in preventing heart disease and stroke. Held as part of the Heart of Delaware campaign, the evening recognized community members who have significantly contributed to the fight against heart disease and highlighted the organization’s continued efforts to promote health equity, fund research, …
The American Heart Association raised $30o,000 for prevention, research, and care for people with Heart Disease. These are photos from the Heart Ball at the Gold Ballroom of the Hotel DuPont. The triumphant stories of survival, innovation, and discovery were the most inspiring part of a great evening. Enjoy the photos and learn more about how you can make a …
The National Association of Letter Carriers (NALC) is once again rallying communities across the country to help combat hunger with its annual Stamp Out Hunger food drive, taking place on Saturday, May 10. Now in its 32nd year, the food drive invites residents to leave a bag of nonperishable food items—excluding glass containers—next to their mailboxes before mail delivery. Local …
WINTERTHUR — The 47th Annual Point-to-Point steeplechase event will return to Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library on May 4. The popular spring event brings steeplechase races, tailgating, antique carriages, and family-friendly activities to the grounds of Winterthur, a former du Pont estate. Point-to-Point, which has been held annually since 1979, is known for its combination of exciting races and a …
WILMINGTON- Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Wilmington has announced that Christopher Kenny, a distinguished business leader and philanthropist, has been selected as the 2025 honoree for its annual Heartstrings of Hope Tribute Dinner. Kenny will receive the prestigious Monsignor Thomas J. Reese Award on May 14, at the Hotel duPont, in recognition of his exceptional servant leadership and unwavering …
WILMINGTON – The Wilmington Police Department has announced a series of promotions within its ranks following multiple recent retirements, according to an official statement from the department. Captain Andrea Janvier has been promoted to the rank of Major and will now oversee Investigative Operations, which includes investigative and support divisions, as well as the Human Resources Division. Major Janvier was …
WILMINGTON– Wilmington’s 20th annual City Restaurant Week will take place from March 31 to April 5, offering residents and visitors a chance to enjoy prix-fixe dining at some of the city’s top restaurants, presented by Out and About Magazine. Participating restaurants will offer two-course lunch specials for $20 and three-course dinners for $35 or $50. The event provides the …
THIS STORY HAS BEEN UPDATED WILMINGTON- Despite the criticism from legal experts, Governor Matt Meyer’s Senate Bill 21 advanced to the House on Wednesday. The legislation seeks to address ambiguities in corporate decision-making by providing a safe harbor for independent directors and refining shareholder governance structures. These updates are designed to strike a fair balance between management authority and shareholder …
WILMINGTON- The Council for Development Finance convened to review and approve key funding motions aimed at pharmaceutical giant Merck, to establish their new facility in Wilmington. In a meeting on Monday, Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC proposed a substantial $900 million biologics manufacturing facility in Wilmington. The company seeks $4.7 million in job performance grants and $25.5 million in capital …
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A recent dispute over Delaware’s school recognition program highlights the growing challenge of measuring and communicating educational progress in an era of increasing data complexity. The Delaware Department of Education recently awarded 17 schools with state and national recognition for achievements in student growth, closing achievement gaps, and serving special populations. However, education policy expert Tanya Hettler, Ph.D., from the …
