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07/25/2025

“This work allowed us to get a much clearer picture of what’s driving risk in these communities,” Siegel said. “Wilmington is our first test case, but the long-term goal is to use this approach to turn breast cancer hotspots in Delaware stone cold.”

A new study from ChristianaCare’s Cawley Center for Translational Cancer Research at the Helen F. Graham Cancer Center & Research Institute is offering new insight into why some parts of Delaware see higher rates of…

07/25/2025

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07/24/2025

The first session of the 153rd General Assembly concluded on June 30, 2025, marking a pivotal year for Delaware’s legislature. From sweeping budget measures to controversial policy shifts, lawmakers addressed a wide array of issues that will shape the state’s future. The Delaware LIVE Legislative Update provides a comprehensive overview of the legislation passed in 2025, as well as key bills still pending for 2026.

  2025 Delaware Legislative Recap: Key Developments and What’s Ahead July 2025 — The first session of the 153rd General Assembly concluded on June 30, 2025, marking a pivotal year for Delaware’s legislature. From sweeping…

07/24/2025

The Downtown Newark Food and Brew Festival returns for its 21st year on Saturday, July 26, transforming the city’s central business district into a hub of culinary and craft beer celebration.

NEWARK — One of Newark’s tastiest summer traditions is coming of age. The Downtown Newark Food and Brew Festival returns for its 21st year on Saturday, July 26, transforming the city’s central business district into…

07/24/2025

Founded in 1921 by Benjamin F. Shaw and the American Red Cross, the Rehoboth Beach Patrol (RBP) has long served as a cornerstone of public safety at the popular beach destination.

A new historical marker celebrating the legacy of the Rehoboth Beach Patrol will be unveiled Tuesday, August 5, at a public ceremony on Baltimore Avenue in front of the patrol’s new headquarters. The 9 a.m…

07/24/2025

Sussex County officials are investigating a wastewater discharge issue at the South Coastal Regional Wastewater Treatment Facility near Bethany Beach after discovering a compromised pipe diverted treated effluent into a nearby tax ditch.

Sussex County officials are investigating a wastewater discharge issue at the South Coastal Regional Wastewater Treatment Facility near Bethany Beach after discovering a compromised pipe diverted treated effluent into a nearby tax ditch. The problem…

07/24/2025

Andrew D. Martire will step down as Head of School at The Tatnall School at the end of the 2025-26 academic year, the school announced Wednesday.

Andrew D. Martire will step down as Head of School at The Tatnall School at the end of the 2025-26 academic year, the school announced Wednesday. Martire, who has led the Wilmington-based independent school since…

07/23/2025

Teams will be deployed across Wilmington and surrounding areas, seeking out unsheltered individuals — both veterans and non-veterans — with a focus on identifying and assisting veterans. Those who accept help will be transported to shelters or temporary housing the same day.

The Wilmington VA Medical Center is taking part in a nationwide initiative to tackle veteran homelessness with a large-scale outreach event targeting New Castle County on Wednesday, July 23, 2025. “The VA recognizes how important…

07/23/2025

“Affordable and accessible preventive care is one of the best ways we can keep pets healthy and out of shelters.”

Pet owners in northern Delaware will have an opportunity to access affordable veterinary care next week when Faithful Friends Animal Society hosts a low-cost Dog & Cat Vaccine Clinic at the Claymont Community Center. The…

07/22/2025

A Wilmington man is facing a long list of charges after crashing into two parked police vehicles early Sunday morning while allegedly driving under the influence.

A Wilmington man is facing a long list of charges after crashing into two parked police vehicles early Sunday morning while allegedly driving under the influence. According to the New Castle County Division of Police…

07/22/2025

DNREC is encouraging anglers to help manage invasive species by killing — not releasing — flathead catfish and Northern snakeheads if caught.

07/22/2025

Unlike the previous system that produced a watery sludge composed of just 2% solid material, the new system yields a denser byproduct known as “cake,” which is about 20% solid.

The City of Rehoboth‘s long-term effort to modernize its wastewater treatment system has hit a key milestone with the completion of Phase 3 of the 10-year project, marked by the installation and operation of a…