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Detectives Investigating Newark Walgreens Armed Robbery
The Delaware State Police are investigating an armed robbery that occurred this morning at a Walgreens in Newark. On July 2, 2024, at approximately 8:07 a.m., troopers responded to a report of an armed robbery at the Walgreens located at 2719 Pulaski Highway in Newark. The preliminary investigation revealed that an unknown black male suspect armed with a firearm approached a Walgreens employee and demanded money from the safe. The employee complied and the suspect fled in an unknown direction with an undisclosed amount of cash.
Man Who Injured Trooper Recently Arrested Again
Jacob Singleton, a 24-year-old resident of Bear, Delaware, has been arrested by the Delaware State Police for felony criminal mischief at a Townsend business. This arrest comes just weeks after Singleton was previously detained for multiple felony offenses in Newark. On June 27, 2024, at approximately 7:10 p.m., troopers responded...
ChristianaCare-GoHealth Urgent Care to Open 4 New Delaware Locations
To make access to urgent care services easier and more convenient for Delawareans, ChristianaCare-GoHealth Urgent Care is opening four new locations in Newark, New Castle, Dover and Wilmington. The new centers, which open July 14, bring the total number of ChristianaCare-GoHealth Urgent Care locations to 16, with 14 in Delaware and two in Maryland. Visit […] The post ChristianaCare-GoHealth Urgent ... Read More
State gives Newark $2 million instead of authorizing tax on UD
Newark's much-debated request for the power to tax the University of Delaware never came up for a vote in the state legislature this session, but the city's finances still received a major boost as the session came to a close on Sunday. Legislators allocated $2 million for Newark, meant to make up for the property tax revenue lost due to UD's tax-exempt property. The amount is equivalent to what the UD tax would have generated. ...
Police: Bear spotted in Newark died trying to cross highway
The bear that captivated Delawareans last week has died, state police said. The animal was struck and killed by a vehicle while attempting to cross Route 1 in the area of School Bell Road near Bear, Delaware, around 11 p.m. last Tuesday. Police said the Delaware Department of Transportation has removed the animal from the roadway. The driver who hit the bear was not injured. ...
Meet our new faculty: Jesus Beltran
New University of Delaware faculty member Jesus Beltran grew up in a small town in Colombia. He was always fascinated by nature and agriculture. The South American town depended on coffee plantations, fruits and vegetables to drive employment and the local economy. Spending school breaks on farms ignited Beltran’s fascination with living things, likely influencing his decision to study biology.
Newark man sets record with 500th blood platelet donation
A Newark man set a record at the Blood Bank of Delmarva last week when he made his 500th donation of blood platelets. Eric Mayer hit the milestone June 28. “His monumental donation comes during the critical, summertime need for blood donations, and we can’t thank him enough for his dedication to saving lives and ensuring that patients have access to safe and readily-available blood products,” said Kristin Frederick, director...
Woman's arrest by New Castle County officers captured on social media under investigation
New Castle County police are investigating an incident in which four county officers are captured on video forcefully arresting a woman in a Route 40 Royal Farms parking lot, according to New Castle County Executive Matt Meyer. Meyer's statement, posted to New Castle County Government's Facebook page, also promised to release police...
Firefighter treated for minor injuries after 2-alarm fire at home in New Castle County
A firefighter suffered minor injuries while battling a two-alarm blaze in Wilmington, Delaware, on Tuesday.It happened just after 12:30 p.m. on the 800 block of North Lombard Street.Firefighters were called to the scene for reports of a house fire. Upon arrival, crews saw smoke coming from the roof of a two-story rowhome.The fire spread rapidly, according to police.Additional crews were called in to help fight the flames.After approximately 45 minutes, authorities say the fire was placed under control.The fire caused heavy damage to the roof and second floor of the home, as well as moderate damage to the roof of a next-door residence.As a result of the blaze, one firefighter was transported to Wilmington Hospital with minor injuries. No other injuries were reported.The cause of the fire remains under investigation.
Young children removed from burning vehicle by good Samaritans in New Castle County
Two young children were removed from a vehicle fire in New Castle County on Monday thanks to the quick work of good Samaritans.It happened just after 7:30 p.m. at the intersection of A and South Walnut streets in Wilmington, Delaware.Firefighters were called to the scene for a vehicle fire. While responding, crews were alerted that children were reportedly trapped in the car.At the scene, firefighters found the vehicle engulfed in flames.Crews say they were told at the scene that employees of a nearby auto detailing shop had removed the two children from the burning car.The children are 5 years old and 8 months old, authorities say.The children's mother, who was reportedly driving, also escaped the flames.Emergency crews say they immediately put out the fire and began to treat the injured victims.The children both suffered extensive burns and were transported to Nemours Children's Hospital in serious condition.The mother was transported to Christiana Trauma Center with extensive burns as well, authorities say. Her condition is unknown at this time.No further information has been released on this incident. Police have not said what may have led to the fire.
Good Samaritans who saved children from burning car in Wilmington describe heroic actions
A mom and her two children are lucky to be alive after escaping a car fire thanks to the help of good Samaritans in Wilmington, Delaware.It happened just after 7:30 p.m. Monday at the intersection of A and South Walnut streets as the mother was leaving a gas station.Fortunately, at that gas station was a group of men who jumped into action to save the family."They have a little business here. They wash cars," said Wilmington Firefighter Alex Ortiz, who served as an interpreter as the men spoke to Action News.As she left the parking lot, the men who work...
2 men shot in Wilmington
Two men are hospitalized in critical condition after being found with gunshot wounds in Wilmington. The shooting was reported Monday at about 8:35 in the area of Vandever Avenue and Northeast Boulevard. The victims are 25 and 23 years old. Detectives are still looking for a suspect or suspects in...
Community Education Building gets federal funding for Youth Development Center and programs
The Community Education Building in Wilmington is getting a boost from new federal funding. $3 million is headed there for a new Youth Development Center to help serve underprivileged youth, especially through afterschool programs. The center is expected to help build on work at the C-E-B to help serve underprivileged...
Join Wilmington’s Spectacular July 4th Fireworks Extravaganza!
Wilmington Mayor Mike Purzycki and Cultural Affairs Director Tina Betz are thrilled to invite residents and visitors to the city’s annual Independence Day fireworks show on **Thursday, July 4th**! The celebration kicks off with family-friendly activities starting at 4:00 p.m., culminating in a breathtaking fireworks display at 9:30 p.m. (Rain date: **Friday, July 5th** for the fireworks show only.)
Delaware State Police investigating fatal 3-car, head-on collision
Delaware State Police are investigating a fatal three-car crash that took place in New Castle County on Monday.It happened at approximately 4 p.m. on the 1100 block of Wilson Road in Brandywine Hundred.Troopers responded to the scene for reports of a three-car, head-on collision.Upon arrival, authorities said two people in two of the vehicles were taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.An elderly man in the third vehicle was pronounced dead at the scene, according to police.Wilson Road has been closed for investigation.State police have not released the victim's identity or what led to the crash.
Ursuline picked for international grant for global cookbook project
A Wilmington Catholic school has been awarded an international grant after developing and releasing a book reflective of its dedication to global education. Ursuline Academy‘s Global Education Program was picked for the 2023-2024 Moulton Student Grant for Global Citizenship by the International Coalition of Girls’ Schools (ICGS). One golden goose of that program the Ursuline Global Cookbook, which features recipes ... Read More
New Winterthur Exhibit: 30 Artists + Makers
Transformations: Contemporary Artists at Winterthur. Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library in Wilmington has a new exhibit that draws inspiration from history, nature and the museum itself. More than 30 artists and makers from around the country created pieces for Transformations: Contemporary Artists at Winterthur. From fabric arts to furniture, painting to serving pieces, bandboxes to landscaping, Transformations explores people, history, and influence and reimagines the varied collections of Winterthur.
Wilmington University Celebrates Its Class of 2024
Wilmington University celebrated its 53rd Commencement ceremonies Jun. 2-3, awarding more than 3,700 academic degrees. Wilmington University celebrated its 53rd Commencement ceremonies Jun. 2-3, awarding more than 3,700 academic degrees at the Chase Center on the Riverfront in Wilmington, Del. The accomplished Class of 2024 demonstrated exceptional dedication, achieving their...
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