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A Small Maryland Town Suddenly Became the #2 Worst Place to Live in the Entire State
Elkton, a small town in Cecil County, Maryland, has long been known for its charming historic district, scenic views of the Elk River, and tight-knit community. However, a recent study by 24/7 Wall Street has shattered this idyllic image, ranking Elkton as the second-worst place to live in the entire state. In this blog post, we’ll explore the factors that contributed to this shocking designation and what it means for the future of this once-thriving town.
Delaware funeral home cremated wrong body, tried passing off another to family: lawsuit
A Wilmington funeral home is accused in a lawsuit of accidentally cremating a person and presenting that person's family with the body of another man for burial. Roland Johnson Sr. died in January at the age of 91. He was born in Wilmington where he built a three-decade career with the DuPont Co., rising from dishwasher to executive chef. ...
Newark approves 80 apartments for former Burger King site
After four years and three separate design proposals, Lang Development Group has received approval to turn the former Burger King property in downtown Newark into a large apartment complex. City council on Monday approved Lang's plan to build two five-story apartment buildings at the 1.33-acre site, located at the corner of South Chapel Street and Delaware Avenue. The plan calls for a total of 80 apartments split between the two...
Wilmington residents react to end of Biden campaign, some say they will vote for "anyone but Trump"
Wilmington residents react to President Joe Biden ending his reelection campaign and endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris. The lights were on at Biden’s campaign headquarters in Wilmington Sunday afternoon and staffers were seen trickling into the building – none of whom responded to requests for comments. But residents...
Gov. John Carney signs bill to provide free school meals to low-income Delaware students into law
WILMINGTON — Surrounded by Joseph E. Johnson Elementary School students and educational advocates, Gov. John Carney signed legislation into law Tuesday that will guarantee free school meals for
'All-terrain' wheelchair available for use in Delaware state park. Other accessible parks
A new all-terrain wheelchair has been introduced in Newark’s White Clay Creek Park, in what is just the beginning of an initiative to improve accessibility throughout Delaware’s public parks. The wheelchair was donated through the Ford Bronco Wild Fund and unveiled July 12 at the Deerfield Clubhouse at...
Indoor pickleball coming to Newark's Grove
More indoor sports entertainment is coming to the former College Square Shopping Center in Newark. Just over two months after Lefty's Alleys and Eats' proposed bowling, axe throwing, and golf simulator venue was approved by Newark City Council, its neighbor is likely to feature another popular sport, pickleball. City Council...
Matt Meyer is the best choice for Delaware governor
As Newark’s former mayor, I had the opportunity to work closely with many elected officials at the county and state level. That’s why I can say without a doubt that Matt Meyer is the right person to lead our state forward in the governor's office. Meyer is a former public-school teacher and small...
Delaware says no cellphones in class? Smyrna, Brandywine join in bans: Education roundup
More students might have to unplug this school year. That is, be disconnected from their personal smartphones during instructional portions of the day. From a statewide pilot program in the works, to individual districts and schools making the call — more Delaware educators are questioning stricter control of cellphones during the school day. Smyrna schools and Brandywine High School are just some of the latest announcements.
Delaware shelter offering free flu shots for dogs to combat respiratory disease outbreak
Shelters across the Delaware are continuing to see an uptick in sick dogs and now one organization is looking to help combat it. The Brandywine Valley SPCA announced Tuesday they will be offering free canine influenza and distemper vaccines in response to the canine respiratory disease outbreak across the state.
VIDEO | Reduced-price school breakfast and lunch will now be free for Del. students who qualify
One in six Delaware children face food insecurity, according to a 2022 study. Addressing that gap is advancing in Delaware schools. Governor John Carney visited Joseph Johnson School summer program in Wilmington Tuesday to sign House Substitute 2 for House Bill 125, that makes breakfast and lunch available at no charge to students who qualify for a reduced price meal under the National School Breakfast Program and School Lunch Program.
South College Avenue to close for four nights
A portion of South College Avenue will once again have overnight closures this week to allow workers to install steel girders for the Interstate 95 interchange project. All lanes of the road will be closed between the interchange and Old Baltimore Pike on Monday from 8 p.m. to 6 a.m. and Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 11 p.m. to 5 a.m. Most of the interchange will be closed, except for...
Nichol Park in Landenberg Turns Into Magnificent Garden of Wildflowers, Grassy Trail Paths
Thanks to grants from the DCNR and Western PA Conservancy, Nichol Park in Landenberg was transformed into a magnificent garden. After spending many hours over the years mowing the entirety of Nichol Park in Landenberg on a weekly basis, Adam Brady, the supervisor of parks and open space for London Britain Township, found the whole process to be lacking not just aesthetically and economically, but also environmentally, writes Richard Gaw for the Chester County Press.
Kennett Underground Railroad Center to turn historic house into museum
Kennett Twp., PA – A historic home in Chester County once served as a “station” along the Underground Railroad, and now with the help of a preservation grant from the African American Cultural Heritage Action Fund, it will stand the tests of time as a museum. The Kennett Underground Railroad Center has been operating out […]
4-H 'like a family' for youth at Cecil County Fair
FAIR HILL — 4-H is much more than just agriculture focused, members are also involved in community service, mentorship, public speaking, leadership, arts and crafts, engineering, and countless other learning opportunities. Many people think you need to have an animal to join 4-H, but 4-H offers so many outlets for growth outside of livestock. “It was an agricultural focus when it was started, but it’s not just agricultural focused now,...
Wings Over Wilmington & the Brandywine: Exploring Birding Hotspots in Delaware's State Parks
Embark on a birding adventure through the landscapes of Wilmington and the Brandywine Valley's state parks. Whether you're a seasoned birder or a nature enthusiast looking to explore diverse habitats, these parks offer enticing opportunities to observe a variety of bird species throughout the year. Alapocas Run State Park. Alapocas...
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