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State Police Investigating Sussex County Car Collision
MILLSBORO, DE - Delaware State Police are investigating a vehicle collision that occurred in Sussex County on Friday afternoon. The Indian River Volunteer Fire Company responded to 24858 John J Williams Hwy in Millsboro for the report of a "wash down assignment resulting from a property damage vehicle accident". The accident, located at the entrance to the Nanticoke Crossing Shopping Center, involved a two vehicle collision with no occupant injuries.
Suspect in custody after deadly shooting at apartment complex in New Castle County
A man is in custody after a deadly shooting took place at an apartment complex in Claymont, Delaware on Friday.It happened at Harbor House Apartments just before 10:30 a.m.At the scene, police say they found a 35-year-old man suffering from a gunshot wound.The victim, identified by police as Devontre Taylor of Wilmington, was taken to a hospital and later pronounced dead.According to police, authorities later found the suspect after he was seen entering a building in the apartment complex.The suspect, identified as 27-year-old Michael Toombs of Claymont, was detained at the building and transferred to police headquarters.Toombs has since been charged with first-degree murder, first-degree robbery, and other related offenses.Investigators have not yet said what led to the deadly shooting.Anyone with information on the incident is asked to contact the police at 302-395-2787.
Northwood Civic continues to fight health center at Friends
Northwood Civic Association members heard an update on the proposed district health center at Friends Hospital at their Aug. 20 meeting. The city plans to build health centers at Friends and Frankford Avenue and Pratt Street – just 1.4 miles apart – because of the long wait for appointments at the center at 2230 Cottman Ave.
Young man gunned down outside Kensington corner store years ago; family seeks justice
A young man was gunned down outside of a corner store in Philadelphia roughly two years ago.Now, his family is continuing their search to find out who is accountable for his death.Stacy Moon said her son, 20-year-old Corey Hayes-Williams, struggled in life. She asked Action News not to show her face."He had the mentality of a 10-year-old. He could take care of himself if that makes sense, but with guidance, I guess. He was very gullible. He was very childish," Moon recalled.She believes that made him vulnerable on the evening of November 28, 2022.Earlier that month, she said Corey...
100 Black Men of Philadelphia gives away book bags and school supplies ahead of school year
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us know!. Simir Fuller is a rising 10th grader, who attends programs with the 100 Black Men of Philadelphia, a non-profit organization that provides mentorship to young Black boys. Today,...
Move-in day marks 'a new beginning' for UD freshmen
Carrying boxes and hauling suitcases, University of Delaware freshmen descended on Newark on Friday, the first day dorms opened for the fall semester. UD plans to welcome approximately 4,200 first-year students Friday and Saturday, with upperclassmen moving in Sunday. Freshman orientation is planned for Monday, followed by the annual twilight induction ceremony at Memorial Hall. Classes begin Tuesday. “It feels like a new beginning,” said Nicole Long, assistant vice president...
Delaware Junior Golf Scholarship Fund recipients announced
The Delaware Junior Golf Scholarship Fund recently recognized and awarded several high school graduates for their academic achievements, community involvement and accomplishments in junior or scholastic golf. The fund has supported more than 175 students with over $1.6 million, beginning in 1988. For many years, the Delaware State Golf Association...
Rehoboth planning has concerns about One Rehoboth project
The proposed One Rehoboth Avenue Hotel recently went before the Rehoboth Beach Planning Commission again for a preliminary site-plan review. Among the concerns raised were vehicular access to the hotel, the number of parking spaces, lot consolidation and building lines. The 60-room hotel, which stretches the width of the block...
Peaches and yoga at Bennett Orchards
The Yoga Studio in Rehoboth Beach accomplished a first on Aug. 15 – a yoga session in Bennett Orchards. In fact, it was the first event of its sort ever held at the orchard between Dagsboro and Frankford. With the sun setting over the peach trees, a large group...
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First Annual “Back-to-School Giveaway” in Georgetown
DELAWARE – School supplies are always welcomed this time of year, and one local couple is trying to make that happen for at least 100 students this semester. Nicole Walters of Enchanted Magical Moments and her partner Shaun Roach of Addicted II Success have decided to give back to their community in a unique way. They are hosting their first annual Back to School Giveaway at the Indoor Sports Academy in Georgetown where the first 100 children will receive backpacks and school supplies.
Sussex Technical High School is Ready for New School Year
GEORGETOWN, Del – Sussex Technical High School opened for all 9th graders on August 23rd, 2024 and will open to all students starting on August 27th, 2024. This school year, Sussex Tech introduced a new Career Technical Education program to the curriculum. Architectural Engineering Technologies has been added and Sussex Tech now offers 19 CTE programs.
Arts guild reaches out to Springboard Pallet Village
Milton Arts Guild volunteers have been sharing the joy and power of art with residents at the Springboard Collaborative Pallet Village in Georgetown, a transitional home for those experiencing homelessness. What started as a group of five residents in the first session has grown to a dozen or more participants....
Bethany Blues softball team captures women’s senior league title
The Rehoboth Women’s Senior Softball League wrapped up its season Aug. 20, and the Bethany Blues team remained undefeated to capture the 2024 championship. This was the third title in a row for the 45-and-over team, and its first year of being sponsored by Bethany Blues. Member Cathy Benson...
St. Jude prepares for major expansion project
The Extending Our Arms, Expanding Our Hearts campaign to nearly double the size of St. Jude the Apostle Catholic Church is underway, with a goal of raising $6.2 million. In just the first five weeks of the campaign, parishioners have pledged $3.5 million. Father Brian Lewis points out that significant...
Milton turns the town teal for ovarian cancer awareness
As part of a national campaign to raise awareness about ovarian cancer, the Town of Milton is taking part in the annual Turn the Town Teal initiative. Volunteers from the Women’s Club of Milton turned out Aug. 14 to put up teal ribbons all over downtown as part of the campaign, which in Delaware is run by the Delaware Ovarian Cancer Foundation.
Heartbeat of Delmarva: Code Purple in Milford
Tom Chilton volunteers for Code Purple at Avenue United Methodist Church in Milford, helping the homeless there. People consider it to be the rock or the glue that holds it all together. Heartbeat of Delmarva is sponsored by How Sweet It Is.
DNA Links Upper Gwynedd Man to Theft of Trailer Full of Merch from Hilltown Walmart, Police Say
An Upper Gwynedd man is in custody at the Bucks County Correctional Facility after DNA testing allegedly linked him to the theft of a trailer filled with merchandise from the Hilltown Walmart. Timothy Morvin, 38, has been charged with two felony counts of theft by unlawful taking and one felony...
Chestertown man attending music festival charged with punching, biting EMTs
DOVER, Del. — A 26-year-old Chestertown man attending the Phish Mondegreen Festival here on Aug. 16 is accused of assaulting emergency medical personnel. Delaware State Police charged William Sky Urspruch with second-degree assault/injuring of an Emergency Medical Technician, which is a felony, and offensive touching of an EMT. He was released after posting $3,000 secured bond, police reported. According to a news release from the DSP, at about 10:30 p.m. troopers on duty at the music festival at The Woodlands in Dover were notified that an attendee, identified as Urspruch, was “under the influence” and “acting erratically.” While medical personnel were treating Urspruch, he allegedly punched one EMT and bit another. Urspruch was ultimately taken to an area hospital. The EMTs suffered minor injuries, according to the news release. After Urspruch was released from the hospital, he was taken to Troop 3 of the Delaware State Police in Camden, where he was charged, and then arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 7. He was released after posting a $3,000 secured bond, according to the news release.
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