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Streight widens lead, Branch narrows gap with Gregory after first round of mail-ins
ELKTON — Election workers tallied the votes on about 2,000 of the approximately 4,500 mail-in ballots on Thursday, two days after the primary, and two of the closest races for Cecil County positions still remain undecided, according to numbers released by election workers Thursday evening. In the Republican race for county executive, challenger Adam Streight’s total rose to 6,885 votes while incumbent Danielle Hornberger’s climbed to 6,195 votes, translating to a 690-vote lead for Streight. The mail-in canvassing on Thursday added 980 votes to the...
TownSquareLIVE Weekly Review – May 16, 2024
This Week’s Top Headlines Include War memorial near bridge to be renovated, expanded Widener Law, DSU nursing may join $57M Wilmington education hub Robbie Jester aims to infuse new life into Kitty Knight Senator: State needs food desert map, grocery store aid 2024 Delaware school board election results Xenidis and Arrowsmith combine to keep Caravel on top Click on the ... Read More
Bowling alley with cocktails, arcade and live music coming to New Castle County
For the first time in more than a decade, Newark looks to be getting a bowling alley. It'll also be an axe throwing venue, a host to live music, an arcade, a pub with brisket-loaded nachos, and space for birthday parties. ...
Wilmington with two school districts? Delaware’s latest redistricting vision to take shape
He isn’t tired. Jea Street sifted through decades of memory — preparing Black families for desegregation, fighting school closures, pushing for equitable funding inside Wilmington city limits — as he listened to some of the same discussion he’s heard for 20 years. ...
Linkey defeats Roath in Perryville mayoral election
PERRYVILLE — Commissioner Michelle Linkey is now the Town of Perryville’s mayor-elect after winning the town’s election Tuesday. Linkey secured 398 votes to incumbent Mayor Matt Roath’s 260. “I am just thrilled and excited,” Linkey said moments after the results were announced by Wayne Kommalan, a member of the town’s Board of Elections. “It’s time to start working hard together.” ...
Enhanced Safety and Traffic Flow: Upgrades Underway at Beards Hill & Barnette Intersection
Starting today, May 14th, 2024, the City of Aberdeen has begun a project at the intersection of Beards Hill Rd and Barnette Ln. The goal is to improve pedestrian safety and traffic flow. The project includes new curb alignments, better road drainage, accessible pedestrian ramps, crosswalks, and updated signage. These upgrades aim to make the area safer and easier to navigate for pedestrians and drivers alike.
Why Wilmington had issues with bill protecting drivers from 'unscrupulous' tow companies
House Bill 351 would codify requirements for towing and storage of vehicles and provide protections for vehicle owners. Among the provisions would be capping charges to owners for retrieving their vehicles at $500 and preventing towing companies from patrolling for "illegally parked cars." An amendment to the bill would ensure...
🚧 Update: Active Roadwork Closure on MD 273 West in Cecil County
The time displayed is local to the original 511 traffic site in Maryland. Residents and travelers in Cecil County should be aware of an active road closure due to ongoing roadwork on MD 273 West at milepost 11.19, near Telegraph Road. Commuters are advised to seek alternate routes and to expect delays in the vicinity. The specific reasons for the roadwork have not been detailed, but road users are urged to be cautious when traveling through the area. Please stay tuned for further updates on this developing situation.
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