The Delaware Natural Resources Police, pictured above, will host the youth fishing tournament next month.

Delaware’s youth reel in the fun at upcoming police fishing tournament

Jarek RutzHeadlines, Culture

Young anglers across Delaware are invited to bait their hooks and cast their lines in the 39th Annual Youth Fishing Tournament, hosted by the Delaware Natural Resources Police (DNRP) on Saturday, June 7. The free event runs from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and is open to children ages four to 15. While there’s no cost to participate, families must …

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Black bear seen in Newark killed by vehicle on Route 1

Betsy PriceCulture, Government, Headlines

The black bear seen around Newark was struck and killed by a vehicle on Route 1 Tuesday night. The accident happened about 11 p.m. on Route 1 near School Bell Road in New Castle, according to the Delaware Natural Resources Police. Delaware State Police and the Delaware Department of Transportation removed the bear. Wildlife biologists  with the Department of Natural …

Organizers hope this year's toy drive surpassed 750 gifts.

Del. Natural Resources Police kick off holiday toy drive

Jarek RutzHeadlines, Culture

Delaware officers kicked off their holiday toy drive Friday, which produced 750 gifts for the state’s youth last year. Delaware Natural Resources Police will be accepting and distributing toys through Wednesday, Dec. 8 in New Castle County and Sunday, Dec. 10 in Kent and Sussex counties. The presents are given out through the local branch of the U.S. Marine Corps …