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Little League Eastern Region 13s All-Star baseball: Snug Harbor eliminated with 9-1 loss to Delaware
DOVER, Del. -- Snug Harbor left the bases loaded in the first inning and never recovered in a 9-1 defeat to Brandywine LL (Delaware) and was eliminated in the Little League 13-year-old (50/70) Intermediate Eastern Regional Sunday at Dover LL. Manager Danny Lee’s squad copped the Section 3 South and...
Chestertown pediatrician closes practice amid allegations of abuse
CHESTERTOWN — A Chestertown pediatrician has surrendered his license to practice in Maryland ahead of a civil case filed Tuesday morning in Kent County Circuit Court. Julio Ramirez, formerly head of his private practice at 6602 Church Hill Road in Chestertown, is being sued by a Kent County woman. The woman, who is not named in court filings, is seeking relief from the court for physical, psychological and emotional injuries she said she incurred while seeking treatment for her child in his office in 2023. ...
Coastal Delmarva towns plan for more extreme weather events
Coastal Delmarva homeowners are bracing for more extreme weather events like flooding, as towns map out plans to protect their communities.Why it matters: Waterfront Delmarva towns — popular destinations for DMV-area vacationers — are grappling with their future against record-breaking heat, heavier and more frequent downpours, and flooding.The big picture: Climate change is causing extreme precipitation events to be more intense and frequent in much of the U.S. — affecting infrastructure and local economies.This is because a warmer atmosphere can hold more water vapor, which provides added moisture and energy to storm systems.In addition, climate change is causing sea levels...
Cecil College athletes named to NJCAA All-Academic teams
NORTH EAST — Twelve students-athletes from Cecil College were named to the National Junior College Athletic Association’s All-Academic teams on Thursday afternoon. Volleyball’s Lily Landis and softball’s Delaney Stanley headlined the group with first team honors. Landis — a native of Elkton — played in 17 matches for the Seahawks last fall and led Cecil in digs with 223 at the libero spot. Landis earned an All-Region honorable mention nod in 2023. Stanley played in 14 games as a member of the Seahawks’ revitalized softball...
Thinking of Bringing Your Dog to the Rehoboth Boardwalk or Beach? Don’t!
This is “T.A.” who was visiting last week from West Falls Church, Virginia. He became the 34th dog person to receive a fine for bringing his dog on the beach or boardwalk since May. His four-year-old Chihuahua got him a $25 ticket around 7:15 p.m. last Tuesday at Grenoble Place.
Hurd to enter Football Hall of Fame
By Kevin Eickman Growing up in Milford, athletics are woven into the fabric of the community. Ethan “Wayne” Hurd, a 1990 graduate, embodies this tradition. A three-year letterman in football, Hurd excelled both on and off the field. His dedication and versatility, playing guard on offense and both tackle and linebacker on defense, earned him recognition. Today, Hurd’s commitment is ... Read More
Where to catch bus tour with free backpacks, school supplies in Philadelphia
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- It might be the middle of summer, but it's not too early to think about getting back to school in Philadelphia.Across the city, clinics are already accepting School District of Philadelphia students who need to get up to date on their vaccinations and their physicals — and starting on July 29, the first of several free school supply giveaways will help get students ready to go back to school.This is Ring the Bell PHL, the school district's back-to-school welcome tour starting in the summer. The Ring the Bell PHL bus tour is making multiple stops across the...
Avelo update: Will Lakeland expansion include Wilmington flights?
On Wednesday, the Lakeland, FL airport will be the site of an announcement of a major expansion. The Ishrion site (see below) reported that the Houston-based airline will announce its biggest expansion ever and make Lakeland one of its jet bases. The airline has not hinted at the destinations to be announced.
New York, New Jersey & Delaware sued for failing to protect endangered Atlantic sturgeon
The Hudson Riverkeeper and Delaware Riverkeeper Network filed the lawsuit, alleging the states have not obtained the necessary permits, and have allowed the endangered fish to be caught in fishing nets.
‘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...
The Middle States Commission on Higher Education Reaffirms Accreditation of Wilmington University
The Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE) has officially reaffirmed Wilmington University’s accreditation. The Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE) has officially reaffirmed Wilmington University’s accreditation. All seven standards were met with no requirements and no recommendations. “This achievement reflects the hard work and dedication of...
NJ man charged with killing seagull — NJ Top News
CLIFTON — A truck explosion obliterated a sound barrier along Route 3 and melted the siding of a house Monday morning. Route 3 was closed in both directions where the highway meets Route 46 and passes over Valley Road in Clifton after the tractor-trailer went up in flames around 9 a.m. The highway remained closed as of 11:45 a.m.
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