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‘Fired’: Controversy surrounds Christina School District as its longtime lawyer severs ties with its dysfunctional board
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us know!. This story was supported by a statehouse coverage grant from the Corporation for Public Broadcasting. The troubled Christina School District could soon be left leaderless and without legal...
'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...
Local business works to support those with Down syndrome
REHOBOTH BEACH, Del. – Dennis Diehl is a man who, 20 years ago, made it his mission to uplift those with Down syndrome. He and his wife, Sharon Lee Diehl, founded the Boardwalk Buddy walk, an annual walk that helps raise awareness on Down syndrome, and pays homage to his brother-in-law David, who passed away in 2016.
Biden's long path to the White House
(The Center Square) - President Joe Biden's road to the White House began in 1973 when he was sworn in as one of Delaware's U.S. senators, but it would be 48 years before he would land the nation's top job. The president made his name in the Senate as chairman of two key committees. Biden served as the chairman or ranking member of the Senate Judiciary Committee for 17 years, according to his biography on the White House Historical Association. He is credited for his...
DelawareLIVE Weekly Review – July 21, 2024
This Week’s Review Includes: Music in sewers unexpected topic at State of the County Friends 5K run/walk returns to ChristianaCare campus Bardea team to open Italian eatery in DE.CO food hall NCCo. Fire creates group to improve vetting process for applicants 15 Del. students make top 10 in national STEM competition Brandywine, Naamans get walk off wins to advance Click ... Read More
Church members spread love through gifts of food
To show appreciation for Bayhealth professionals, Dawn Hastings and her fellow congregation members at House of Praise for All People in Greenwood deliver gifts of food one day every month for Sussex campus emergency department team members. During the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, healthcare professionals saw a tremendous uptick...
Delaware Historical Society: 'America’s 250th: For all, for once'
Learning from our history has never been more important than it is today. The Delaware Historical Society promotes and amplifies relevant and inclusive histories that inspire deep engagement with the entirety of our past. Viewing contemporary issues through the lens of history reveals complexities, reminds us of important lessons, and helps us explore different perspectives resulting in greater capacity for compassion and understanding.
Texas Man Pleads Guilty to Defrauding Worcester County in International Money Laundering Scheme
SNOW HILL, MD - A Texas man has pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit a money laundering scheme that saw nearly $9 million laundered from victims across the United States, including the Worcester County Treasurer’s Office. According to the Maryland U.S. Attorney’s Office, Jon Briceno, 42, of Katy, Texas,...
Habitat for Humanity of Wicomico County opens new store in Fruitland
SALISBURY -- Habitat for Humanity of Wicomico County recently opened its second ReStore near U.S. Route 13 Business in Fruitland. The nonprofit held a July 11 grand opening celebration at ...
MOT Intermediate advances to Eastern Region winners bracket final
(Dover, DE) The MOT all stars used a 13-hit barrage, including three home runs to defeat New Hampshire 18-5 in 5 innings this morning in the Little League intermediate division. This division features 11–13-year-olds with the tournament being hosted by Delaware’s district 1. MOT scored four runs in the top of the first inning on RBI hits from Nathan Collins, ... Read More
Dover Air Force Base unveils new electric vehicle chargers, remains largely dependent on fuel
Dover Air Force Base is the first of three Air Force bases to have electric vehicle chargers constructed on-base. They have roughly 36 chargers with more on the way. The ratio of gas-to-electric vehicles on base is still relatively small, according to Assistant Secretary for Installations and Energy Ravi Chaudhary. Out of more than 200 government vehicles, 4 are electric.
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