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Trooper admits to punching handcuffed woman in late-night incident
BRIDGETON — A state trooper has admitted he punched a woman in the face while she was handcuffed in a police vehicle, according to the state Attorney General's Office. The trooper — Nicolas J. Hogan, 28, of Gibbstown — held a metal flashlight in his hand while striking the victim during a 1:30...
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 93. He was born in Wilmington where he built a three-decade career with the DuPont Co.,...
Popular Hamilton Mall store in Mays Landing, NJ, not closing but expanding
We have some good news to report about a popular store inside Hamilton Mall in Mays Landing. Norman's Hallmark, located down by Macy's, is not closing. In fact, they're getting ready to double down. This past Friday, word began to spread that a new sign for Norman's Hallmark had been...
Multivehicle crash leaves a pregnant woman and a 22-year-old dead and 7 people injured in South Jersey
Two people, one of them a pregnant woman, were killed and seven others were injured Friday night in a fiery multivehicle crash on the Black Horse Pike just outside of Atlantic City, police said. Just after 8:15 p.m. a 2017 silver Nissan Sentra traveling westbound on the Black Horse Pike,...
Clinical Director for Special Olympics Delaware honored with health leadership award
WILMINGTON, Del. - Don Blackburn, the Clinical Director for the Opening Eyes program of Special Olympics Delaware has been awarded the 2024 Golisano Health Leadership Award. Blackburn has worked in his leadership position with Opening Eyes for more than 20 years, and his dedication to improving access to vision care for athletes has made significant impacts on the lives of numerous Special Olympics Athletes in Delaware, said the nonprofit.
2 killed, children injured in fiery crash near Jersey Shore, cops say
Two people were killed and seven others injured in a fiery head-on collision Friday night on the Black Horse Pike in Egg Harbor Township, local police said Saturday. Four vehicles were ultimately involved in the crash, and police reported a good Samaritan trying to assist victims was also injured. A...
Witness describes fiery Black Horse Pike crash that killed 2 people, injured 7
EGG HARBOR TOWNSHIP — When Chris Wilson came up to a car on fire from a four-car accident on the Black Horse Pike Friday night, he knew he had to help. Wilson, 46, of Vineland was headed to Rainbow Sushi in Ventnor with a friend when he noticed a silver Sentra about 70 yards away from his car. Two people were killed and seven others injured in the accident, police said.
Take a Hike, Enjoy Summer Fun at Cape May National Wildlife Refuge
The Two Mile Beach Unit, a hidden gem in Cape May County, has nature trails, a protected beach, and a visitor & nature center with a lot to offer. Located at 12001 Pacific Ave, Wildwood Crest, the center has displays, nature-related items for sale, and information. Open Wednesday to Monday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Lindenwold Police Officers Rescue Kitten from Car Engine Bay
LINDENWOLD, N.J. — While typically a job for firefighters, Lindenwold Police officers responded to an unusual call last month involving a stuck kitten. Officers Gallegos, Glassman, and Medina were dispatched…
Vineland and Millville Police Looking for These Suspects
In case you were sadly unaware, there are surveillance cameras everywhere these days. Chances are, if you do something wrong, there will be a photo or video of you doing it. Police in both Vineland and Millville are asking for the public's help in identifying people captured on surveillance. Vineland...
Gold Alert Issued For Missing Harbeson Woman
Location: Bayhealth Kent Campus, 640 South State Street, Dover, DE. Officer Releasing Information: Master Corporal Ryan Schmid, Public Information Officer. The Dover Police Department has issued a Gold Alert for Karen Brown, 63, of Harbeson, DE. Brown was last seen leaving Bayhealth Kent Campus on July 11th, 2024 and has not been seen or heard from since. Attempts to contact or locate her have been unsuccessful, and there is a concern for her safety and well-being. Brown is described as a black female, 5’6″, 150 pounds, brown hair, brown eyes. It is unknown what she was wearing at the time she was last seen.
Oh No! UNO Pizzeria & Grill is Closing in Deptford, New Jersey
Looks like it's the end of an era for patrons of this bar and grill in Gloucester County, New Jersey. UNO Pizzeria & Grill, located at 1162 Hurffville Rd in Deptford, is closing by the end of this month, according to 42Freeway. Their last day in business will be July 28.
Delaware State Fair July 26th Guide
WILMINGTON, Del. — The Delaware State Fair on July 26th continues the fun with events for everyone! Head to Harrington for food, concerts, and the circus! DETV brings you a guide organized by type of activity listed as: 00:00 AM/PM Event Title (location). For the daily schedule based on times, check out this itinerary.
UPDATE: Fraud Examiner Raises Red Flags Over Bethany Hall-Long Campaign Finances
DOVER, DE - The Delaware Department of Elections has allegedly uncovered violations of Delaware law after a forensic review of gubernatorial candidate and current lieutenant governor Bethany Hall-Long’s campaign finances. In January of 2024, the Department of Elections hired Forensic Litigation Consultants LLC of Pennsylvania to launch a review...
VIDEO | Young people learn about work - and how to handle money
People as young as 14 have been getting a paycheck from the City of Wilmington for working in the Youth Career Development Program. They're also getting a lesson in what to do with their earnings courtesy of a major supporter of the initiative, Bank of America. (speaking in the video:...
Rookie filly Beach Rules debuts in 1:50.4 at Philly
Chester, PA — On the heels of Papi Grad’s three 1:51.1 miles to open her career, fellow 2-year-old pacing filly Beach Rules stunned with a 1:50.4 debut effort — joining Chantilly as the fastest 2-year-olds of the season thus far — on Friday afternoon (July 26) at Harrah’s Philadelphia.
Oh No! UNO Pizzeria & Grill is Closing in Deptford, New Jersey
Looks like it's the end of an era for patrons of this bar and grill in Gloucester County, New Jersey. UNO Pizzeria & Grill, located at 1162 Hurffville Rd in Deptford, is closing by the end of this month, according to 42Freeway. Their last day in business will be July 28.
Brandywine Valley SPCA offering $24 adoption special to celebrate Olympics
In lockstep with the start of the 2024 Paris Olympics, Brandywine Valley SPCA is launching a $24 adoption special for all adult animals at all Brandywine Valley SPCA campuses and adoption events. Anything you can do to promote this would be helpful! I have attached a flier and social square. If you need anything else, please let me know!
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