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Volunteers join Delaware’s Coastal Cleanup, collecting over 5k lbs of trash

Claudia EstradaGovernment, Environment, Headlines

Delaware’s 38th annual Coastal Cleanup drew more than 950 volunteers to over 45 sites on Sept. 13, clearing 5,121 pounds of debris from beaches, wetlands, and waterways from Fenwick Island to Battery Park, according to the Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC). Participation held steady from 2024, but this year’s haul was 3,000 pounds heavier. Cigarette butts, food …

DNREC is considering fee changes as rising costs and record demand put pressure on the state park system. (Photo courtesy DNREC)

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

Claudia EstradaCulture, Economy, Headlines

Delaware State Parks may see changes to entrance, annual, and lifetime pass fees for the first time in a decade, as the Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC) weighs options to sustain operations under rising costs and record visitation. Park fees have remained unchanged since 2015, despite expenses funded by user fees increasing by 127%. According to DNREC, …

The Broadkill River near Milton, where an 18-year-old drowned on July 15, 2025.(Photo credit: Andrew Kazmierski - stock.adobe.com)

18-year-old drowns in Broadkill River; body recovered near Delaware Bay

Claudia EstradaPolice & Fire, Headlines

MILTON — Delaware State Police are investigating a tragic drowning that occurred Tuesday afternoon in the Broadkill River near Milton. According to authorities, troopers responded to a report of a water rescue around 4:32 p.m. on July 15 at the boat ramp located at the end of Oyster Rocks Road. Emergency personnel from the Lewes Fire Department, mutual aid fire …