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Summer isn't over yet, but it almost is. Info on the last day of summer, start of fall
Many people consider August the end of summer, and the influx of back-to-school advertising is adding fuel to the claim, but summer is far from over. Whether you want to squeeze in a last-minute vacation or need to calculate how many summer Fridays you have left, here’s what you need to know...
DNREC upgrades Delaware State Fair showing
Toward the rear of the Delaware State Fair, at the corner of Holloway Avenue and East Rider Road, lies a building with a rustic wooden entrance. For 10 days each July, it houses exhibits from the Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control.
Hunter Biden asks judge to toss conviction, citing Aileen Cannon's ruling on special counsels
Hunter Biden is trying to pull a Trump card and have his criminal conviction on gun charges thrown out and another case of tax evasion dismissed, citing a recent controversial ruling that declared special counsels to be unconstitutional. Special counsel David Weiss secured Biden’s conviction in Delaware federal court last...
MOT needs extra innings to advance to state championship
MOT LIttle League and Camden Wyoming LIttle League faced off in the District 1 Majors division championship Thursday night at MOT Little League Duke field. The two teams had already played once in the double elimination tournament with MOT defeating Camden 10-0. However this game was not a remake of the first game. It took extra innings in this ... Read More
Drug Dealing Investigation Leads to Four Arrests in Laurel
LAUREL, DE - The Laurel Police Department arrested four people on felony charges following a drug dealing investigation. On Friday, July 19th, Laurel Police Department issued a public notice of increased police activity in the area of Hollybrook Farms Apartment Complex and Grazing Court in Laurel. LPD now report that this announcement was in reference to two simultaneous residential search warrants for two multi-month drug dealing investigations.
UPDATED: Gold Alert Canceled for Lewes Woman
UPDATED – 07/21/24 – The Gold Alert issued on July 20, 2024, by Delaware State Police Troop 7 for Laura Wheeler has been canceled. She has been located. ORIGINAL STORY – 07/20/24 – A Gold Alert has been issued for a Lewes woman. Delaware State Police say 60 year old Laura Wheeler was last seen leaving her home around 1pm on Thursday, July 18. Attempts to contact her have been unsuccessful and there is concern for her safety.
Grain in Wilmington's Trolley Square closing doors Aug. 4, getting new concept
Grain Craft Bar + Kitchen in Wilmington's Trolley Square is closing its doors on Aug. 4 after a 2-year run and owners plan to change the concept. The 1709 Delaware Ave. restaurant, a part of the city's Forty Acres neighborhood, is best known as the location of the former Scratch MaGoo's. It became...
Butterflies & Blooms Class at DBG
Ray Sander, President of the Delaware Botanic Gardens (DBG), announced the 37-acre gardens are in full peak summer bloom, and starting on Thursday, July 25 and running Thursday August 8th and August 15th at 9:30 a.m. is the Butterflies & Blooms Class. Sander said, “This Butterflies & Blooms class is a family-friendly class that is both fun and educational. All are welcome.”
Let’s Get Sharky: Crooked Hammock Lewes Announces Plans for VIP Shark Party
Lewes, DE — Crooked Hammock Brewery is proud to invite all good vibe seekers to take a bite out of summer at their first-ever Shark Party extravaganza on Thursday, July 25 at their Lewes brewpub. Starting at 5 p.m., guests who purchase tickets for the Shark Party VIP Experience can skip the line and walk right up to The Porch Bar where people showing their VIP bracelets get exclusive access to an open bar until 8 p.m. Meanwhile, Chef Ted Deptula has prepared a special “Shark Feast Buffet” featuring droolworthy items like Shrimp Skewers, Meatloaf Sliders, Honey BBQ Riblets, plus a slew of summertime cookout favorites.
Georgetown Pallet Village Faces Funding Struggles, Organizer Says It Will Not Close Down
GEORGETOWN, DE -- Participants in the Springboard Village Program are expressing concerns for the future amidst a funding shortage. A village of 40 pallet cabins and other facilities have housed and served close to 130 homeless individuals since January 2023 when it opened. Nearly 30 people have moved on to permanent housing.
Seaford community is coming together through celebration
DELAWARE – The second annual Community Unite Day is set to take place this Saturday, July 20 in Seaford, Delaware. The Community Unite Day was originally started by Meshell Applewhite. The death of her son led her to want to help people in pain everywhere. She told reporters that House for Pride- an organization that helps feed the homeless, is collaborating with Community Unite to help host the event. She says even though in her own personal life, she is currently still in need, she says helping others and putting similes on children’s faces makes her struggles not seem so bad.
1st ever Chinatown Summer Festival in Philadelphia features local food, artists, more
Philadelphia's Chinatown neighborhood was transformed into a street festival on Saturday.The event was the first Chinatown Summer Festival. It featured local restaurants, food trucks, artists, and more.Organizers said they wanted the festival to draw in crowds and keep them coming back.Action News' Katie Katro has more on the festivities in the video above.
Authorities identify woman arrested for allegedly shooting 7-month-old boy in Philadelphia
Authorities have identified the suspect who is accused of shooting a 7-month-old baby boy on Thursday night in Philadelphia.Police have arrested Dominique Billips, 28, for allegedly shooting the young child on the 4000 block of Meridian Street in the city's Holmesburg neighborhood.Disturbing video obtained by Action News shows the gunman walking up and opening fire on a baby and his parents outside of a home.In the video, the child's mother can be heard repeatedly yelling, "My baby," after the shots were fired."You knew they had a stroller, what makes you walk up to someone with a stroller and shoot them?"...
Multiple people injured after violent night of shootings, stabbings in Philadelphia
This weekend got off to a violent start in Philadelphia, with a total of 7 people shot or stabbed in multiple incidents overnight. According to police, the first incident happened around 10:54 p.m. on Friday on the 3100 block of N. 16th Street. A 46-year-old man was stabbed once in the right arm and once in the right leg by a known suspect inside an apartment.
Stolen Remains of 19 Black People Now Being Cared For By Philly Youth
Nationwide – A group of young people from Philadelphia who are a part of the National Youth Foundation are stepping up to care for and beautify the grave site for the stolen remains of 19 African Americans who died in the 1800s. Their remains were previously housed at Penn Museum which is owned by the University of Pennsylvania since 1966. However, earlier this year, the remains were given a proper final resting place in a private ceremony held at Eden Cemetery in Collingdale, Pennsylvania.
Police Investigating Death of Maryland Man in Delaware Head-On Crash
BRIDGEVILLE, DE—A tragic two-vehicle collision early Wednesday morning has resulted in the death of a Maryland man, with Delaware State Police continuing their investigation into the incident. The crash occurred…
Ribbon cutting celebrates the reconstruction of historic building in Easton
EASTON — Abandoned historic buildings across Maryland are getting a second chance through Olde School Builders, a home reconstruction and improvement business reforming historic structures across Maryland and Pennsylvania. A ribbon cutting for a newly turned apartment building was held on July 11. The former abandoned doctor’s office in Easton has been renovated into two apartment units with modern appliances. Craig Postlewait, president of Olde School Builders, said he is...
Plastic surgeon reveals $10,000 surgery Donald Trump would have to undergo to fix his bullet-damaged ear
Following an assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump last Saturday, he seems relatively unscathed besides an injured ear. However, some experts believe reconstructive surgery for the injury could cost $10,000.
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