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Southern Delaware Orchestra delivers yet again
The Southern Delaware Orchestra delivered a captivating performance Aug. 11 titled Out of this World – Summer Concerts from Strauss to Star Wars, at Cape Henlopen High School, drawing a nearly full house of music fans. The afternoon showcased a mix of classical pieces and modern movie compositions, led by music director James Allen Anderson.
Knights of Columbus pumpkin patch sales start Sept. 22
The Knights of Columbus Msgr. Desmond Council 13348 will hold a pumpkin patch fundraiser from 10 a.m. to dusk, starting Sunday, Sept. 22, at St. Jude the Apostle Church, 152 Tulip Drive, Lewes. There will be pumpkins of all sizes along with gourds and other fall decorating items. Prices start...
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...
First Baptist Church of Salisbury holds back-to-school bash
SALISBURY, Md. – As kids and families are gearing up to head back to the classroom, the First Baptist Church of Salisbury hosted a back-to-school bash for the community. With games, live music, and free food, it was a great opportunity for families and kids to get out and have some fun before the start of the school year.
Pritchett Academy opening rocks Wilmington with celebration
Hundreds of Wilmingtonians screamed the last name of a local legend in a “call and response” rhythm on the corner of East 7th and North Lombard streets Friday afternoon. Speakers screamed “Maur-ice” as the crowd howled “Pritch-ett” back to celebrate the opening of the first school in the city of Wilmington in five decades. Longtime Wilmington educator Maurice Pritchett Sr., ... Read More
Maurice Pritchett Sr. Academy opens for classes this week
A crowd gathered outside Maurice Pritchett Sr. Academy Friday for a ribbon-cutting ceremony and a block party. Students in grades one through eight start classes at the new school building this week. It replaces the old Bancroft School. Pritchett, who died last year, was a student at the Bancroft School...
UD receives EPA grant for over $300,000
The EPA awards the University of Delaware a grant to investigate how extreme climate events and road salt could harm wetlands. The $319,382 grant funds an effort to investigate how the combination of extreme climate events and road salt salinization may undermine freshwater wetlands ability to filter and remove nitrogen runoff.
Wilmington University to offer Spanish language immersion online class this fall
Wilmington University has a added live, online, Spanish immersion class this fall. The onlin3 class is designed for students who speak Spanish and English but prefer Spanish instruction.
State Police Detectives Investigating Attempted Kidnapping in Smyrna
Delaware State Police are investigating an attempted kidnapping of a child that occurred last night in Smyrna. On August 24, 2024, at approximately 8:41 p.m., troopers responded to Spruce Court in Holly Hills Estates in Smyrna for a suspicious person. When troopers arrived, they learned that an unknown white male suspect approached a 12-year-old and began to ask the child questions. While the suspect was asking questions, he grabbed the child by the arm. The child was able to get away and call for help. Troopers and detectives searched the area for the suspect but were unable to locate him. The child was not hurt during the incident.
'Dead Poets Society' screening kicks off The Everett's fall season in Middletown
As we approach the vibrant autumn season, The Everett Theatre, a cornerstone of the arts community in Middletown, is excited to announce a series of captivating events and performances that celebrate our shared love for film, theater and the visual arts. 'Dead Poets Society's 35th anniversary screening ...
Engage IT Services Strengthens Client Email Security with PowerDMARC
MIDDLETOWN, DE — Engage IT Services, a prominent IT provider in the UK, has partnered with PowerDMARC to enhance the security of client domains and emails. Operating across Hampshire, Surrey, and West Sussex, Engage IT is committed to protecting its clients from the rising threats of domain impersonation and related cyber risks.
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.
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.
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...
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...
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