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Wilmington University Law Students Celebrate First-Year Successes
WilmU School of Law’s first Barristers Ball marked a new tradition for future law students to enjoy and unwind from the rigors law school. Completing the first year of law school calls for a celebration, and that accomplishment feels even sweeter for Wilmington University School of Law’s inaugural class. To mark the occasion, students organized WilmU’s first Barristers Ball, an end-of-year tradition at law schools around the country.
Heat Warning Continues for City of Wilmington
City spray parks and pools are open; William “Hicks” Anderson Community Center and other sites listed in this news release are available as cooling stations. An Excessive Heat Warning for the City of Wilmington and parts of northern Delaware will continue until 8:00 p.m. tomorrow, Wednesday, July 17, according to the National Weather Service. Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 109° Fahrenheit (42.7° C) may be experienced during this time, so residents are urged to take precautions.
11 N.J. neighborhoods that will be completely underwater by the end of the century
Thinking about the future ramifications of sea level rise in New Jersey might first bring to mind what rising oceans could mean for coastal and inland homes. Plenty of other infrastructure — from transportation hubs to schools to public utilities — also exist in places climate scientists tell us are likely to be overcome by water in the years and decades to come. Water that comes from the surrounding ocean, and smaller waterways — but also water from more intense rainfall.
Push to deregulate hair braiding in Pennsylvania
Hair braiders in Pennsylvania are hoping to be exempt from regulatory oversight. “The Philadelphia Inquirer” reports that the PA state senate passed a bill last month that would free braiders from formal instruction. Democratic Senator Anthony Williams said the legislation would remove excessive and unnecessary barriers and would encourage entrepreneurism. However, the bill never became […]
Winterthur Artisan Market returns with added day, 100 artists
One of Virginia Mitchell’s favorite summer events returns this weekend: The Winterthur Artisan Market, which she calls unique because of its setting and the quality of its artists. “The Artisan Market is not your average craft market,” said Mitchell, who lives in Kennett Square and will be going for the third year in a row Sunday. “I can tell the ... Read More
A Look Inside Widener’s Maker’s Lab and Its Award-Winning Accessibility Innovations
Occupational therapy students are once again earning international recognition for accessibility design and innovation. Projects led by graduate students and faculty in the Institute for Occupational Therapy Education were named among the best in the Tikkun Olam Makers (TOM) 2024 Global Innovation Challenge this spring. The annual challenge calls for professionals across industries to design, engineer, and create technology that can help a person with a disability live a more independent and fulfilling life.
Beef bandits make off with 400 cases of meat after cargo truck heist in Southwest Philadelphia
Another cargo truck has been targeted by thieves in Philadelphia.This time, bandits made off with $15,000 worth of beef from a truck parked in Southwest Philadelphia.Police believe the suspects are part of a crime ring responsible for similar robberies dating back to last year.Investigators said the thieves struck around 4:30 a.m. Tuesday and broke into a cargo trailer, swiping 200 cases of oxtail.The owner of Bradway Trucking, Andrew Bradway, told Action News the driver was sleeping in the truck sleeper when the criminals pounced.A witness saw the theft unfold on the 2800 block of S. 63rd Street and called police.The...
Woman Seriously Injured In Rollover Crash Monday
At approximately 2:15 pm on Monday, New Castle County Paramedics, Townsend Fire Company, Citizens’ Hose Company of Smyrna, and American Legion Ambulance of Smyrna were dispatched to Route 1 at the DuPont Parkway underpass for a motor vehicle accident with a vehicle rolled over. Responding units confirmed reports. Upon...
Small Businesses Save Big with PECO Small Business Solutions
Small businesses of all kinds can find ways to save big by reducing their energy use with help from PECO. PECO helps small businesses like yours reduce energy expenses and save big. Energy efficiency solutions can help your business cut costs, save money, and improve the overall productivity of your...
We rank the top 65 boys in Delaware high school sports for 2023-24
With summer in full swing, it's time to close the book on the year of high school sports. Here is our ranking of the top 65 boys from the past school year. Every athlete played a key role on the state's most successful squads or stood out to the coaches and media members...
Delaware moves to kick-start retail weed industry and give $6.2M to social equity licensees
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us know!. For the last 15 months, Bill Rohrer has been itching to start growing marijuana to fuel Delaware’s coming recreational market. Rohrer is a partner in The Farm,...
$2.5 million heads to school-based mental health care in Delaware: Education roundup
New investments, school board drama, student honors — education news has not slowed down this summer. Delaware public schools can now expect more funding to support student mental health this year, while select districts and charter schools clinch grants to support students facing homelessness. Also, one nonprofit hopes to...
WilmU Law Professor Talks Bankruptcy, College Admissions, and RBG
WilmU explores the remarkable journey of Law Professor Lawrence Ponoroff, from Tuscany to the Supreme Court. If you’ve ever been to Tuscany, chances are you brought home treasured memories of the Italian countryside, and for Lawrence Ponoroff, a Professor at Wilmington University School of Law, those memories include the late U.S. Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg.
Deal reached for sale of iconic Geets Diner in Gloucester County
MONROE – A deal has been reached for the sale of the iconic Geets Diner & Bar, the prospective buyers say. The new owners, with strong ties to the local restaurant scene, plan to continue the Geets Diner legacy, according to Efthimios “Paul” Tsiknakis. "It’s a landmark...
Delaware County Chamber of Commerce Praises 2024 Bi-Partisan State Budget
PA Gov. Josh Shapiro signs into law a bipartisan budget for fiscal year 2024-25. The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce, a voice for the community advocating for a thriving business climate, praised the recent signing of the $47.6 billion state budget package containing key items highly supportive to Delaware County.
Coyote Snatches Dog Belonging to Delaware County Woman’s Daughter
Coyote sightings are becoming more common in Delaware County. A coyote grabbed a tiny terrier in its jaws and ran away with it Thursday afternoon in a Marple backyard, writes Pete Bannan for the Daily Times. A Marple woman witnessed the coyote snatch her daughter’s dog, according to a police...
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