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This South Jersey man is accused of dragging an officer toward Capitol rioters
A South Jersey man has been arrested for allegedly assaulting law enforcement officers during the Jan. 6, 2021 riot at the U.S. Capitol. Predrag "Peter" Jovanovic, 64, of Pilesgrove, at one point grabbed an officer’s baton and pulled the officer toward a mob of rioters, the U.S. Department of Justice said in announcing...
Aetna members ring bell to honor fallen firefighters
Aetna Hose, Hook, and Ladder Company held its annual tribute to fallen firefighters Sunday afternoon. At the Aetna station on Thorn Lane, firefighters rang a bell 89 times, once for each United States firefighter who died in the line of duty in 2023. The ceremony marked the beginning of National Fire Prevention Week, which coincides with the anniversary of the Great Chicago Fire, which began on Oct. 8, 1871. ...
Toughkenamon Pilots Aid Emergency Relief Efforts in North Carolina
Jonathan Martin, director of aviation for New Garden Flying Field shows where supplies are stored on aircraft providing relief to North Carolina victims. A group of local pilots took off from New Garden Flying Field in Toughkenamon last week and headed to North Carolina to help those who have lost everything in the hurricane, writes Briana Smith for 6abc.
Elkton falls to Delaware's Caravel Academy
BEAR, Del. — The Golden Elks dropped their third game of the season in a 49-13 defeat against Delaware's Caravel Academy on Friday night. Elkton quarterback Patience Richmond went 12-of-20 with 160 passing yards and a touchdown. Richmond added 21 yards on the ground with a rushing score. The Elks' lone passing score came on a connection from its starting quarterback to wideout Makai Richmond. Makai Richmond finished with a team-high 98 receiving yards on three receptions. Elkton (2-3) will visit Perryville (4-1) on Friday. Editor's Note: This gallery will be updated with more official stats once they become available.
N.J. man charged in connection with hit-and-run that killed Navy veteran
Police have charged a Bridgeton man in connection with a hit-and-run crash that left a pedestrian dead last month in Salem County. Christopher Poore, 23, faces charges of leaving the scene of a fatal accident and tampering with evidence following the wreck in Pittsgrove, State Police said. Early Sept. 28,...
UD students raising money, collecting supplies for North Carolina hurricane victims
University of Delaware senior Anna Gleason has seen the way her classmates pull together to support each other in times of tragedy, such as the recent death of a student who was hit while crossing Main Street. Now, she and several other students are trying to channel that same energy into helping victims of Hurricane Helene, which devastated the Southeast, particularly western North Carolina, late last month. “I have always...
Here Are the Best Pizza Shops in Delaware County. See If You Agree
Pica's pizza was just one of six highlighted as the best Delaware County pizza by PhillyBite Magazine. Delaware County is no stranger to good Italian food with pizza shops catering to a variety of styles dotting the landscape. Here are six of the best pizza shops in Delaware County., writes...
Less than a week to register to vote in Nov. 5 election
First Staters have until Oct. 12 to register to vote in the 2024 General Election on Tuesday, November 5. Along with the presidential vote, there are key races on the ballot for Delaware governor, U.S. congressmen, Wilmington mayor, several state legislature seats, and more. RELATED: Delaware primary voting: eyes on governor, mayor races Delawareans must register to vote on or ... Read More
The Corner Scoop – Week 6 Field Hockey top 10 rankings
It’s always refreshing to see coaches and teams play for causes that are bigger than themselves. Field Hockey does a great job of sponsoring fundraisers at their games for causes that are near and dear to our hearts. We have seen Morgan’s Message for Mental Health and now in October there will be PINK OUT games for Breast Cancer ... Read More
Delaware County Has Refurbished Three of Its Bridges Since July
Delaware County officials cut the ribbon on the New Road Bridge in Aston Township. The New Road Bridge in Aston is the latest bridge to get a ribbon cutting in Delaware County, writes Justin Udo for KYW Newsradio. It’s the third bridge reopening in the county since July. PennDOT...
Erin Entrada Kelly: National Book Award finalist talks writing and Delaware libraries
The National Book Awards announced last week that Middletown’s Erin Entrada Kelly is one of five finalists in the Young People’s Literature category for her book, The First State of Being. She’s received many awards for her work, including the 2018 Newbery Medal for Hello, Universe and a 2021 Newbery Honor for We Dream of Space. Erin sat down with ... Read More
Delaware County’s Dave Droxler Performs Robin Williams- Inspired One-Man Show
Dave Droxler brings his one-man show "Robin & Me" to the Hedgerow Theatre. Delaware County native Dave Droxler brings his one-man show, “Robin & Me: My Little Spark of Madness,” to the Hedgerow Theatre in Media, writes Sabrina Boy-Surka for KYW Newsradio. The show is about Droxler’s childhood...
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