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Central Delaware Chamber of Commerce plans Sunset Business Mixer at Biggs Museum
DOVER — The Central Delaware Chamber of Commerce will host its premier networking event, the Sunset Business Mixer July 31 from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Biggs Museum of American Art in downtown Dover
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...
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
Customer Shot In Neck At Philadelphia Convenience Store, Police Say
The 31-year-old victim was robbed in a convenience store on the 3100 block of Kensington Avenue, authorities wrote in a release on Tuesday, July 23. He was shot in the neck when he ran outside to confront the suspect, investigators said. The victim was taken to the hospital in critical...
Man dies after being stabbed in the face in Philadelphia
An investigation is underway after a man was stabbed to death in Philadelphia early Tuesday morning. Police responded to the 1200 block of West Wingohocking Street at 6:26 a.m. for a reported stabbing. When they arrived, they found an unidentified man in his 40s or 50s who was suffering from multiple stab wounds to the face. He was pronounced dead at the scene by medics at 6:36 a.m.
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...
Delaware State Police Homicide Unit Continues Investigation of Susan Ledyard’s 2019 Homicide
The Delaware State Police Homicide Unit continues to investigate the 2019 murder of Susan Ledyard, 50, of Wilmington, Delaware. On July 23, 2019, at 7:39 a.m., Susan Ledyard’s body was recovered from the Brandywine River near Northeast Boulevard in Wilmington. She had visible injuries, and a post-mortem examination by the Division of Forensic Science determined the cause of death to be blunt force trauma and drowning. The manner of death was ruled a homicide. At the time of her death, Susan was 5’4″, weighed 130 pounds, had shoulder-length brown hair, and was wearing a purple tank top.
Delaware woman is turning vacant homes into affordable housing
Charly Bass-Davis was a laborer and restaurateur before taking on her latest ambition: becoming a housing developer. Now, she is on a mission to make the act of owning a home more affordable in her city.She started with the Jumpstart Wilmington program, which reinforces nine steps towards successful real estate development and also aids in the property acquisition process. Now, she is the CEO of her own company, Steel Development.Bass-Davis is also aided by local contractors and funds from the The Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program.When all these moving parts come together, the goal is for people in a middle-to-low income bracket to be able to access these luxurious homes at an affordable price.RELATED: Philadelphia woman with dyslexia becomes inspiring author and professorTracy Johnson Rockmore founded 'Vessels of Hope' to help others with dyslexia 'Flip the Script' on their learning differences.
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.
National Wildlife Federation certifies new wildlife habitat in Chestertown
CHESTERTOWN – Heron Point’s Riverfront Garden has been designated a Certified Wildlife Habitat® by the National Wildlife Federation, America’s largest wildlife conservation and education organization. This is in addition to the to the Certified Wildlife Habitat® designation the whole Heron Point campus received in 2022. Heron Point’s Riverfront Garden is a half-acre-plus natural area along the community’s Chester River frontage. Since 2021, a group of residents has been working to build an environmentally sustainable native garden that supports birds, butterflies, bees, frogs and other wildlife. ...
Stuff’D Steaks opens new Dauphin County location; replaces Phillip Arthur’s Cafe
HERSHEY, Pa. (WHTM) — The popular cheesesteak and hoagie eatery Stuff’D Steaks has officially opened its new brick-and-mortar Hershey storefront. abc27 news reported back in April when the locally popular Stuff’D Steaks announced that they would be closing their Lebanon County location, and relocating to a new space in the heart of Hershey.
Two Suspects Arrested for Installing Credit Card Skimming Devices in Pennsylvania Grocery Stores
Last week, two men were caught in the act of placing credit card skimming devices at multiple grocery store locations, sparking concern among shoppers and store owners alike. According to KDKA Radio, an alert employee discovered a skimmer at Community Supermarket in Lower Burrell. Surveillance footage later implicates the men installing a similar skimming device at other stores, including a Shop 'n Save in Scott Township.
Holy Ghost Prep administrator terminated after allegations of misconduct surface
A former administrator and ice hockey team manager for a private Bensalem Catholic boys high school has been terminated after an internal investigation found he should no longer be working there. In a July 23 letter to parents and alumni, Holy Ghost Preparatory president and its principal also confirmed the school is cooperating...
Mercer County Sheriff Announces Program to Distribute Free Hyundai Steering Wheel Locks
MERCER COUNTY, NJ - Mercer County Sheriff Jack Kemler has announced a short-term partnership with Hyundai USA to offer free steering wheel locks for area Hyundai owners. According to a statement by Kemler these particular vehicles have become common targets for thieves after nationwide social media videos incited a rise in vehicle thefts.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER "Steering wheel locks, if used consistently and properly, will provide another layer of security to prevent a car from being stolen," Kemler said. "While nothing is 100% when it comes to outsmarting car thieves, we know...
Lafayette an undeniable draw for Garnet Valley's Haylie Adamski
All throughout Haylie Adamski’s collegiate recruitment, one program kept itself at the forefront of her mind. Every time the Garnet Valley rising senior talked about her future plans with her parents, Stacie and David, Lafayette entered the mix. “Whenever I would discuss things about other schools, Lafayette was always...
NJ woman sues Wawa after falling into dangerous hole
FLORENCE — A woman who says she fell into an open manhole in a Wawa parking lot has filed a lawsuit against the company. Courtney Barlow, 20, of Ewing, said she suffered permanent injury after the fall in the Route 130 store parking on Oct. 22, 2023, according to the lawsuit, which NJ.com first reported this week.
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