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Kennett Library receives $500,000 grant to enhance makerspace facilities
Since its opening last August, the new Kennett Library has enhanced its forever mission to serve as the hub of curiosity and creativity for residents in the townships and municipalities it serves, and at any time during the day, the wheels of that mission are in full spin, perhaps nowhere as visible as in its two makerspace facilities.
Have You Used These Resources at the JKM Library?
The Jennie King Mellon Library is many things for many people: a go-to study spot, a first stop for research, a source for entertaining media, and more. Jocelyn Codner, the library’s reference and outreach librarian, called it a “community center” for Chatham University, much like a public library may be for its surrounding community.
South Jersey Truck Driver Arrested In Fiery Triple-Fatal Route 1 Crash, Authorities Say
The tractor-trailer driver, Joseph Vega, 43, of Bridgeton, was transporting an oversized concrete load when it failed to stop for a red light at the intersection resulting in the fatal collision, according to Middlesex County Prosecutor Yolanda Ciccone and South Brunswick Police Chief Raymond Hayducka. On Wednesday, July 3, Vega...
Why a judge sided with officers in this excessive force prison lawsuit
A New Castle County Superior Court judge ruled in favor of a group of Delaware prison officers in a trial that saw them accused of using unnecessary force. The defendants, a group of current and former officers at Sussex Correctional Institution, were accused of battery in a long-running lawsuit claiming they unnecessarily...
Man charged with 6th DUI
A Delaware City man is facing his sixth DUI charge. Delaware State Police said troopers were called Monday morning about a man who was found slumped over the wheel of a pick-up truck at an auto repair business in Glasgow. Staff awakened the driver once, but he drove a short distance and fell asleep again at the wheel in the parking lot.
Why this Delaware nonprofit is under investigation for fraud, misuse of government funds
Delaware state attorneys are investigating a Dover nonprofit for potential fraud and misuse of government funds after the state auditor “encountered significant challenges” with auditing Code Purple Kent County earlier this year. State Auditor of Accounts Lydia York on June 12 alerted Attorney General Kathy Jennings to the “urgent concern” about Code...
Child safety in Delaware day cares is again under the spotlight. What should parents know?
Editor's Note: This story has been updated to reflect news from July 3. With a state investigation into alleged child abuse prompting authorities to yank a Wilmington-area day care's license, families of Holly Oak Child Care Center have been left scrambling to find alternative care. ...
Major school projects across Delaware see funding in final legislative push
Delaware lawmakers just passed a capital spending plan with a $1.1 billion price tag. Commonly known as the bond bill, it fuels construction and infrastructure projects across the state and closes out the latest throws of the legislative session. Roadways, new buildings, parks, community initiatives and many more line items pack nearly 100 pages...
‘Little Scandinavia’ prison experiment in Pa. shows promise, prompts calls for expansion
For most of his 33 years of incarceration, Joe Spinks’ life was micro-managed by the state Department of Corrections. The prison system cooked his meals, did his laundry, and dictated where he was every minute of the day. But about five years ago, that abruptly changed for the better.
VIDEO | Building an 'ecosystem' - $3M federal investment for Community Education Building
Wilmington's Community Education Building, which is home to several schools, has growth plans. Those plans are getting a big chunk of federal funding. The Delaware congressional delegation was able to secure funds through the federal appropriations process. The CEB has several capital projects in the works, and plans to build a Youth Development Center.
Blue Rocks offense goes cold despite the scorching temperatures
The Wilmington Blue Rocks fought through a scorcher, but fell to the Aberdeen IronBirds 4-2 on Saturday, June 22. Jose Atencio was on the bump for Wilmington to start but ran into trouble early. He left the ball over the middle early on, as Aberdeen hit three home runs in the first three innings. The ball was flying off the bat in the 96-degree weather, with wind pushing out of the stadium.
Green Room Gang to Perform at Church Hill Theatre
The Church Hill Theatre is set to come alive with vibrant performances as the Green Room Gang presents their annual summer productions. From July 18 to July 20, local young talents will captivate audiences with two beloved musicals: Seussical KIDS and Anastasia, the Musical, Youth Edition. For over twenty-five years,...
Echo Hill Outdoor School Announces Inaugural Crab Feast Fundraiser: CRABS ON HIGH ST
Echo Hill Outdoor School is excited to announce its inaugural crab feast fundraiser, set to take place on Saturday, July 20, 2024, from 4-8 pm at the foot of High Street. This special event will bring together community members for a delightful summer evening by the scenic Chester River, featuring all-you-can-eat crabs and delicious fried chicken.
Chadds Ford’s OsoSweet Bakery Cafe Wins ‘Business of the Year’
OsoSweet Bakery Cafe in Chadds Ford has been recognized with the 2024 Business of the Year award, writes Rich Schwartzman for Chadds Ford Live. The Chadds Ford Township Residents Association honored owner Tess Wofford with the award due to her efforts to boost the community both spiritually and economically. Wanting to create a welcoming environment for everyone who comes through her doors, Wofford provides warm baked goods, live music, and Friday night pizza events.
Garnet Valley’s Damian Ponzio Is a Fan And He’s Got the Ballcaps to Prove It
Damian Ponzio of Garnet Valley started collected ballcaps as a kid, and he never stopped. Damian Ponzio of Garnet Valley has a thing about hats—specifically, ballcaps. While others collect baseball cards, Ponzio collects ballcaps. The 54-year-old has 158 of them and he’s been collecting them since he was a...
Cecil County Farm Museum breaks ground on new facilities
ELKTON — Shovels broke ground at the Cecil County Farm Museum and Regional Agricultural Center to prepare for construction of a building that will house public restrooms and a commercial kitchen. The 24-by-42-foot building will take about six months to complete said Paul Palmer, president of Bay Country Associates, and the contractor for the project. It will be built where once stood a corn crib when the property at 820 Appleton Road in Elkton was a working farm. ...
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