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Welcome to Delaware Public Media, the first and only public media news service founded in Delaware and dedicated to covering the unique issues, events, personalities, and culture of Delaware. Delaware Public Media presents high-quality statewide news in a rich combination of audio, video, and text. You can find us on air, 24/7, at WDDE 91.1 FM. And you can live stream WDDE anytime, anywhere from y

our computer, smartphone, and devices by simply clicking the "Listen live" button at delawarepublic.org. Or download any of the free or low-cost radio apps and make WDDE-FM a favorite. You can also listen on 91.7 WMPH in Wilmington. As an NPR member station, WDDE 91.1 FM features the best in national and international news programming from NPR and other high-quality sources as well as exclusive Delaware news from our own Delaware Public Media News staff headquartered in Dover. WDDE-FM began broadcasting on August 17, 2012 from our studio and offices on the Delaware State University campus in Dover. We are proud to operate in a unique collaboration with Delaware State University and the University of Delaware. At the delawarepublic.org home page you’ll find multimedia coverage of Delaware, including links to 24/7 live streaming audio coverage, archived stories from Delaware Public Meida and its online predecessor, DFM News, and timely special events coverage from political debates to concerts. Delaware Public Media is a Delaware media innovation that exists because of the help we receive from devoted supporters statewide. We are deeply grateful, and we’re counting on this enthusiasm to sustain Delaware Public Media and make it a permanent, vigorous institution producing the best-quality journalism in the public interest.

Leah Greer, a reference archivist with the archives, notes that doing the research into one’s ancestors helps paint a mo...
06/03/2026

Leah Greer, a reference archivist with the archives, notes that doing the research into one’s ancestors helps paint a more accurate historical picture of the state.



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Leah Greer, a reference archivist with the archives, notes that doing the research into one’s ancestors helps paint a more accurate historical picture of the state.

Sussex County Council discusses potential changes to the Sussex County Rental Unit program.     ---🌟 Do you value award-...
06/03/2026

Sussex County Council discusses potential changes to the Sussex County Rental Unit program.



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Sussex County Council discusses potential changes to the Sussex County Rental Unit program.

Middletown Council heard updates on the design and construction of a new elementary school at its meeting Monday.     --...
06/02/2026

Middletown Council heard updates on the design and construction of a new elementary school at its meeting Monday.



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Middletown Council heard updates on the design and construction of a new elementary school at its meeting Monday.

Construction for the Port of Wilmington’s Edgemoor expansion is expected to start this summer, with added money from the...
06/02/2026

Construction for the Port of Wilmington’s Edgemoor expansion is expected to start this summer, with added money from the state to close an $185 million funding gap.



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Construction for the Port of Wilmington’s Edgemoor expansion is expected to start this summer, with added money from the state to close an $185 million funding gap.

While the stage musical came along some 40 years later, audiences can expect an expansion of the story, not a complete r...
06/02/2026

While the stage musical came along some 40 years later, audiences can expect an expansion of the story, not a complete reboot.



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While the stage musical came along some 40 years later, audiences can expect an expansion of the story, not a complete reboot.

The Cal Ripken, Sr. Foundation's donations will go toward equipment and staff training for the Science, Technology, Engi...
06/01/2026

The Cal Ripken, Sr. Foundation's donations will go toward equipment and staff training for the Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics program at Route 9.



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🌟 Do you value award-winning local news and the trusted perspectives of NPR programming? Show your support: like and share this post, become a sustaining member, or adopt a program!

❤️ Visit https://www.delawarepublic.org/support to discover all the ways YOU can keep Delaware Public Media here for good!

The Cal Ripken, Sr. Foundation's donations will go toward equipment and staff training for the Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics program at Route 9.

We're proud to share that Delaware Public Media was recognized with nine awards from the Chesapeake Associated Press Bro...
06/01/2026

We're proud to share that Delaware Public Media was recognized with nine awards from the Chesapeake Associated Press Broadcasters Association's 2025 competition for Small Market / Non-Metro Radio!

🏆 1st Place - Outstanding Use of Sound
Martin Matheny - Wilmington Children's Chorus Joins German Youth Orchestra for Saturday Concert

🏆 1st Place - Outstanding Documentary / In-Depth Reporting
Sarah Petrowich - Federal SNAP Changes Are Imminent. Here's What That Means for Food Access and Delaware's Budget Crunch

🏆 1st Place - Outstanding Website
Delaware Public Media, https://www.DelawarePublic.org

🏆 1st Place - Outstanding Political Coverage
Sarah Petrowich - Port of Wilmington Board Controversy

🏆 1st Place - Outstanding Weekend Newscast
Tom Byrne

🥈 2nd Place – Outstanding Newscast
Joe Irizarry

🥈 2nd Place - Outstanding Talk Show
Tom Byrne, Paige Murray-Bessler, and Shirley Min - Ask Gov. Meyer

🥈 2nd Place - Outstanding Public Affairs
Sarah Petrowich - Delaware's High Hopes: Ma*****na Legalization in the First State

🥈 2nd Place - Best Specialty Reporting
Martin Matheny - The Arts

Congratulations to everyone whose work was recognized. These awards celebrate journalistic excellence, but they also reflect the dedication of the entire DPM team. Every story depends on dedicated folks working together every day.

As Delaware's award-winning local news organization and NPR affiliate, we're committed to providing high-quality coverage of the First State; and we're grateful to our listeners, members, donors, and community partners who make this work possible.

Links to the award-winning journalism can be found in the comments!

Currently, the district charges admission for high school football, basketball, and wrestling. Ticket prices are $5 for ...
06/01/2026

Currently, the district charges admission for high school football, basketball, and wrestling. Ticket prices are $5 for those sports. All other sports are free to attend.



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🌟 Do you value award-winning local news and the trusted perspectives of NPR programming? Show your support: like and share this post, become a sustaining member, or adopt a program!

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Currently, the district charges admission for high school football, basketball, and wrestling. Ticket prices are $5 for those sports. All other sports are free to attend.

Dover leaders agree on introducing a budget plan that addresses the city’s seven million dollar shortfall.     ---🌟 Do y...
05/31/2026

Dover leaders agree on introducing a budget plan that addresses the city’s seven million dollar shortfall.



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🌟 Do you value award-winning local news and the trusted perspectives of NPR programming? Show your support: like and share this post, become a sustaining member, or adopt a program!

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Dover leaders agree on introducing a budget plan that addresses the city’s seven million dollar shortfall.

Several residents raised concerns over the potential changes even though Councilmembers voted to table the ordinance for...
05/31/2026

Several residents raised concerns over the potential changes even though Councilmembers voted to table the ordinance for now.



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Several residents raised concerns over the potential changes even though Councilmembers voted to table the ordinance for now.

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