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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.
Extra Points: Wildwood Lifeguard wins 42nd Annual SuperAthalon
CAPE MAY – Midway through Monday’s 42nd SuperAthalon, as he was rowing along the shoreline past dolphins and seagulls, Cape May lifeguard Rob Moran thought about the person who created the event in 1982. The triathlon-style race was the brainchild of form Cape May Beach Patrol Captain Harry...
Dump Truck Driver Cited For Disregarding A Stop Sign In Fatal South Jersey Crash: Prosecutor
The dump truck driver accused of passing through a stop sign in a fatal crash in Cumberland County has been formally cited, authorities said on Tuesday, July 2.Lamaas Arthur, 55, of Port Norris, received citations for disregarding a stop sign and careless driving, according to the Cumberland County…
Magnolia offers youth free meals through summer food program
MAGNOLIA – The Town of Magnolia is offering free meals and snacks for youths of the age 18 and under this summer. In partnership with the Duplin County Schools Summer Food Program, Magnolia town officials wanted to tackle food scarcity and hunger in the area. The program is offered throughout the summer from Mondays to Thursdays at the Magnolia Town Hall located at 110 East Carroll Street in Magnolia with pick up times starting at 12:30 p.m. when school is out. For more information and sign ups, you can reach the program coordinators at (910) 289-3205 to find out more.
Plans for New Water Tower Move Forward in Milford
MILFORD, Del.- The Milford City Council has approved design plans for a new water tower in the northwest part of the city. This decision comes after five years of work on the proposal, but the project is not yet definite. The final decision will be up to the community in a referendum vote.
Milford city clerk reflects on 45 years with the city
At the end of June, Terri Hudson, Milford City Clerk retired from office, leaving a position she held since 1997. Over the years, Hudson has seen many changes come to the city. “When I responded to a newspaper ad for a crime analyst assistant in the Sussex Burglary Analysis Unit which was a federal program at Milford Police Department in ... Read More
From WHYY: Wilmington rehab loan program aims to attract middle-class homebuyers
Charly Bass Davis, a construction laborer by trade, never thought she would be rehabbing vacant houses in her old neighborhood on the East Side as a real estate developer. “It’s like one big construction site, but it’s on one city block,” Bass Davis said about what’s happening on Bennett Street near Kirkwood Park.
Cooling Off: Prop 12’s Impact on Heat Stress Relief for Pregnant Sows
In this episode of our podcast, Brent Hershey returns to discuss the significant impact of Proposition 12 on managing heat stress in sow barns during the current heat wave in the Eastern US. Joining him are Matt Howell and Hayden Meck, experienced barn managers from Pennsylvania and Milton, Delaware. They delve into the following key points:
MilfordLIVE Weekly Review – July 2, 2024
This Week’s Top Stories Include: Tips to protect consumers from skimming devices Music School celebrates 100 years SSP Announces 2025 Season and Puts Out Call for Directors Mayor appoints council to committees, expands Board of Adjustments MSD announces hub stops for Summer Credit Recovery Program Mega Rodeo planned in Lincoln Click on the image below to view the PDF
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...
Rehoboth and Dewey Beach visitors on track to exceed seven million average in 2024
Visitors to Rehoboth and Dewey Beaches are growing in the summer season and beyond. Hotel and rental bookings in the late spring and early summer months were slow, but have been “non-stop” since Memorial Day weekend according to Rehoboth Beach-Dewey Beach Chamber of Commerce President Carol Everhart. Everhart...
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.)
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...
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