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University of Delaware student targeted in sextortion crime; expert talks cyber safety
A University of Delaware student is the latest victim of a crime that officials say has spread across college campuses: criminals demanding a ransom to stop them from releasing explicit photos of the victim.Combining sexual photos with extortion, the crime has come to be known as "sextortion."Iyanna Register was one of the University of Delaware students who received the alert that went out via email early Tuesday morning."It says something along the lines of there was extortion involved where people were sending pictures and 'Oh you have to give me money,'" noted Register.The student who was victimized reported the sextortion...
Racing Reflections with Bruce Saunders
Hightstown, NJ — Bruce Saunders is best known for training 2010 Horse of the Year Rock N Roll Heaven, but it was two award-winning horses at the beginning of his career that paved the way for his transition from the worlds of finance and government to harness racing. Chipper...
Louis Albertrani, Trainer of Champion Artax, Dies at 67
Retired trainer Louis Albertrani, who conditioned 1999 champion sprinter Artax, died July 13 at his home in New Castle, Del., at the age of 67. Albertrani's brother, Tom, also a retired trainer, said the cause of death appeared to be a heart attack. "It was a sudden passing, one that...
New Castle County Governor’s Task Force Arrest Man for Drug Charges at Wilmington Motel
Delaware State Police arrested 65-year-old Lary Watson of Wilmington, Delaware, for drug charges following a search warrant at a motel in Wilmington on Thursday. On July 11, 2024, at approximately […] The post New Castle County Governor’s Task Force Arrest Man for Drug Charges at Wilmington Motel appeared first on Delaware State Police - State of Delaware.
Capital school board to fill open positions Wednesday
The Capital School District's board of education will be holding a meeting Wednesday to make its selections for two positions: supervisor of instruction, wellness and culture, and the principal for Hartly Elementary School.
Newark approves five rental townhouses for Corbit Street
Newark City Council last week gave a developer the go-ahead to build rental townhouses on Corbit Street. Developer Mico Slijepcevic is planning to demolish two rental houses at 50 and 54 Corbit Street that are nearly 100 years old and replace them with five three-story townhouses. Each unit will have four bedrooms. A parking lot in the back will have space for 15 cars. ...
Back-to-School Supplies: Collections, Giveaways, and More!
Get ready, families of New Castle County! The countdown has begun, and the first day of school for your little ones is just around the corner. Contact Captain Shughart at tina.shughart@cj.state.de.us to coordinate large drop-offs. Trinity Presbyterian Church. 1120 Darley Rd, Wilmington, DE 19810. Drop off Items in the Lobby.
The Battle of the Branches Coming to Local Libraries Next Month
The Battle of the Branches is a friendly competition between participating libraries to see who can recruit the most blood donors. Blood is routinely transfused to patients with cancer and other diseases, premature babies, organ transplant recipients, and trauma victims. With someone in the U.S. needing blood every two seconds, blood products must be constantly replenished. Join us in donating blood, saving lives, and showing your library pride.
People's Settlement Association breaks ground on new community center, remodel and expansion
The People’s Settlement Association breaks ground on their community center remodel and expansion. The longstanding community organization on the Eastside of Wilmington offers an array of comprehensive social services for all ages. The building will be completely gutted and remodeled with new stairwells, elevators, classrooms, daycare centers, and office...
'A Day in Their Boots' hits ground running Thursday in Dover
The fifth annual "A Day in Their Boots," which allows kids to learn about first responder careers, is set for Thursday from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Delaware State Fire School, 1461 Chestnut Grove Road, Dover.
Berlin planning commission still frowning on proposed Microtel
The Berlin Planning Commission heard concept plans, once again, for the proposed Microtel Inn and Suites by Wyndham last week when the group showed dissatisfaction with the developer’s apparent lack of attention to Berlin’s historic character in the outlined architecture. The Berlin Planning Commission heard concept plans, once...
Hidden dangers at the beach: Rip currents
OCEAN CITY, Md. — Ocean City Beach Patrol officials are urging folks to stay cautious as they're seeing a high volume of rip currents happening this season. OCBP reports the United States Lifesaving Association estimates over 100 people die due to rip currents, at American beaches each year. Over 80% of beach lifeguards' rescues involve rip currents.
Lady Comets heading to national softball tournament
UTICA, NY (WUTR/WFXV/WPNY) — A local youth softball team is setting out in search of some national hardware in Maryland. The Utica Lady Comets — a youth softball organization consisting of players from all over Central New York — has qualified their 14-and-under team, coached by Kathy Wilmot, for the United States Specialty Sports Association (USSSA) Eastern National Championships in Ocean City, Maryland. This summer, the Lady Comets have compiled a 28-5 record while traveling all over New York State.
Party all around with big names coming to Ocean City, Dewey Beach stages and more
While it has been a doozy of a week weather-wise with high temperatures in the 90s, things are expected to cool down a little as the weekend approaches. For those looking for a little live music at the beach, however, concert venues are heating up with some of their biggest shows of the summer scheduled for the days ahead.
Selbyville 12-year-old Zoe Ziegler stars in A24's feature film, 'Janet Planet'
Zoe Ziegler, the 12-year-old Selbyville girl starring alongside Julianne Nicholson in A24's "Janet Planet," is an introvert. She's the opposite of chatty, and that might be part of what makes her a good actress. She uses her expressive young face to convey her thoughts, and instead of talking, she listens and observes the behaviors of everyone around her –human and animal. She's been riding horses since she was 3, and just about the only way to get her talking is to ask her about her horse, Celine.
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