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FOOTBALL PREVIEW: North East hopeful to turn things around with depth along line
NORTH EAST — North East’s 2023 football team was filled with juniors starting on both sides of the ball. As the Indians are set to return 20 seniors this upcoming season, there is hope this senior class can contribute in an even greater way. The large senior class, along with 20-plus juniors, excites head coach Taylor Slaughenhoupt as the Indians enter the season looking to improve off a two-win season. With a retooled offensive line, returning signal caller and depth on defense, Slaughenhoupt is hopeful...
Detectives Investigating Hockessin Liberty Gas Station Armed Robbery
The Delaware State Police are investigating an armed robbery that occurred at a Liberty gas station in Hockessin yesterday evening. On August 27, 2024, at approximately 5:43 p.m., troopers responded to a report of a robbery at the Liberty gas station, located at 5821 Limestone Road in Hockessin. The preliminary investigation revealed an unknown white male suspect entered the gas station, approached employees at the front counter while holding a firearm, and demanded money from the cash registers. The employees complied, and the suspect fled on foot toward Barclay Drive with an undisclosed amount of cash.
Tickets to Longwood unveiling, Christmas display now on sale
The holidays may be a time for feasting, but in 2024 Longwood Gardens is going to be offering a feast for the eyes., It will unveil the massive Longwood Reimagining that’s been underway since 2021 on Nov. 22, and A Longwood Christmas will open the same day. Tickets are on sale now for both, and the Kennett Square, Pennsylvania, attraction ... Read More
How to follow: Bryant University at the University of Delaware in 2024 football opener
First impressions are important on the football field. Delaware opens its 2024 season Thursday night, and will want to give what is certain to be a large, enthusiastic audience a hint of what is to come. ...
Newark tightly limits where marijuana dispensaries can open within the city
Newark City Council on Monday opened the door for marijuana dispensaries to open here, but only in tiny slivers of the city. Standalone dispensaries will be allowed only near the intersection of Ogletown Road and Marrows Road. This area includes the existing Fresh Delaware medical marijuana dispensary, which is expected to pursue a license to sell recreational marijuana. Because state law requires dispensaries to be located at least 1,200 feet...
Sambo's Tavern closes early, Charcoal Pit milkshakes in Chicago, Taco fests coming
Good morning, Delaware food lovers. It's already back-to-school time for many students. Summer isn't quite in the rearview mirror but it feels that way. The Burrows family, the owners of Sambo's Tavern, the iconic, seasonal crab house in Leipsic, told their customers that they were closing early this year due to a family...
Furry Friends with Kit, the kitten!
LANCASTER, Pa. — This week's Furry Friend is Kit, the kitten, brought to us by the Pet Pantry of Lancaster County. Kit is a beautiful calico cat who was rescued by a good Samaritan. She was found on the side of the road with some injuries, presumed to be from a car accident.
Money Magazine Names This Delaware County Town Among 50 Best Places to Live in US
Media Borough and Lancaster are two locations in Pennsylvania that are among the 50 best places to live in the U.S. for 2024, according to Money Magazine. Media was praised for being a walkable Philadelphia suburb with plenty of parks, restaurants and good schools, according to the Tribune News Service, as reported in the Daily Times.
Delaware County Community College Student Michelle Stover Awarded $5,000 Dunkin’ Scholarship
DCCC student Michelle Stover of Spring City has been awarded a $5,000 Dunkin’ Scholarship. Michelle Stover of Spring City is a mother of four sons, a hair salon owner, a college student — and a winner of a 2024 Dunkin’ Philadelphia Regional Scholarship. The Delaware County Community...
Armed, intoxicated man causes lockdown while trying to enter Delaware County day care
A day care in Delaware County was put on lockdown last week after police say an intoxicated man armed with scissors tried to get inside.It happened Thursday just before 3 p.m. at Sonrise Christian Day School in Linwood, Pennsylvania.The day care's director said dozens of children were inside at the time."The only time I got real nervous was when he said, 'I have a weapon,'" recalled Director Angela Ewald Sannino.As the man was attempting to get inside, police say the day care's assistant director called 911 while Sannino placed the building on lockdown using her walkie-talkies.Sannino told Action News she...
Remains found in cave near Pennsylvania hiking trail nearly 50 years ago identified
The body of Nicolas Paul Grubb, 27, was found in a cave by hikers on a Berks County hiking trail in January 1977. It was determined Grubb overdosed on phenobarbital and pentobarbital. Investigators were recently able to identify the remains by locating the original fingerprint card and submitting it into...
Teens arrested, others at large after 4-day crime spree targeting cars in Montgomery County
Police in Plymouth Township, Montgomery County are investigating a string of vehicle-related crimes, from car break-ins to attempted carjackings.Four suspects are now in custody in connection with one incident, but officials believe others involved could still be on the run.The four-day crime spree began last Wednesday in Plymouth Township.During that time, investigators say they received reports of an attempted carjacking, an attempted car theft, several car break-ins, and an attempted armed robbery of a car.Investigators also obtained blurry surveillance images of two suspects during the spree.In the attempted carjacking, the suspects allegedly used two vehicles and tried to box in...
National Weather Service Issues Heat Advisory for City of Wilmington and Surrounding Region
City spray parks remain open; William “Hicks” Anderson Community Center and other sites listed in this news release are available as cooling stations. The National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory for the City of Wilmington and parts of northern Delaware that remains in effect until 8:00 p.m. today, Wednesday, August 28, 2024. Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 104° Fahrenheit (40° C) may be experienced during this time, so residents are urged to take precautions.
‘We were bulldozed’: The history of Wilmington’s school system
The Christina School District has been proposed to be removed from the city of Wilmington’s feeder pattern, raising questions about how the city became divided between four districts. A new era of reform could improve educational opportunities for city students or it could continue a difficult history. Attention on...
Dave McCormick X post confuses Philadelphia, Mississippi with Pennsylvania
(WHTM) — Pennsylvania U.S. Senate candidate Dave McCormick’s social media account appeared to mistake a news report involving a shooting in Philadelphia, Mississippi for the City of Brotherly Love; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. McCormick’s account reposted a news clip of a Mississippi television station reporting on a shooting involving an alleged MS-13 gang member who police say […]
Schwank applauds major state investment in Reading Area Community College Capitol Project
The Pennsylvania Department of Education has announced $6.5 million in funding for improvements to the Student Union Building at Reading Area Community College. The funding comes alongside substantial increases in higher education investments in Pennsylvania’s 2024-25 budget. This includes a $35.1 million increase for Pennsylvania State System universities, a $15.7 million increase for community colleges, and an additional $143 million to PHEAA to make college more affordable for Pennsylvania students.
Members of LCHS marching band grow as people
One of the benefits of extracurricular activities is the opportunity for personal growth. Within the Lancaster Catholic marching band, that goal is paramount. "We focus on being a person and working super hard," said Kate Pekarik, who's in her second season as LCHS marching band's director. This year's version of...
YMCA offers free programs for adults and some kids
ALLENTOWN, Pa. — Free health and wellness programs are being offered through YMCAs in the Lehigh Valley. The Pathway programs are being launched at River Crossing YMCA, formerly Greater Valley YMCA and YMCA of Bucks and Hunterdon Counties. “With the Allentown wellness center and fitness studios open and thriving,...
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