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DNREC opens new research facility in Smyrna
6+ hour, 23+ min ago (375+ words) DNREC opens a new environmental research facility in Smyrna. The new lab in Smyrna is outfitted with equipment to make research easier and more consistent. Laboratory Manager Chris Main sees a significant improvement in his work now that the new…...
The Appoquinimink School District needs $47 million from the state to complete school construction projects
1+ day, 21+ hour ago (280+ words) More state funding is needed to finish school construction projects in the Appoquinimink School District. The funding is needed as the district plans to open Summit High School and Summit Bridge Middle School at the same complex as Crystal Run…...
Sussex County passes school impact fee surcharge to fund school districts.
1+ day, 22+ hour ago (379+ words) Sussex County Council approves an ordinance adding a building surcharge to help fund school construction. The new surcharge, also known as a school impact fee, will add $5 per $1, 000 of value to all building permits to help pay for student capacity-related…...
Georgia results: Collins will face Sen. Ossoff; Trump's pick loses governor runoff
2+ day, 3+ hour ago (510+ words) Updated June 16, 2026 at 9: 45 PM EDT ATLANTA " President Trump suffered a rare primary endorsement defeat Tuesday as Georgia Republicans narrowly voted for billionaire healthcare executive Rick Jackson to be the party's nominee for governor. For the governor's office, Jackson beat GOP…...
Wilmington Rep. Josue Ortega domestic violence accusation to be investigated by House Ethics Committee
2+ day, 6+ hour ago (197+ words) Delaware State Rep. Josue Ortega (D-Wilmington) will be investigated by the House Ethics Committee, after being accused of domestic violence last month. The State Rep, first elected in 2024, is accused of allegedly hitting a woman in the face in the…...
Wilmington closes Christina Park to unhoused residents under the watch of a crowd of protesters
2+ day, 8+ hour ago (442+ words) Last month, Mayor John Carney announced Christina Park would no longer be a city-sanctioned unhoused community site. The park closed Monday alongside a peaceful protest calling for long-term solutions. Carney said the park's closure went as smoothly as possible and…...
Elevate Vocal Arts presents free Juneteenth concerts in Selbyville and Dover.
2+ day, 8+ hour ago (402+ words) Elevate Vocal Arts presents a pair of Juneteenth concerts on Friday in Selbyville and Dover. Elevate's Artistic Director and founder, Arreon Harley-Emerson, says the concert focuses on the history of Juneteenth, but also on the importance of Black joy. "The…...
Perdue processing facility in Milford sees 68 pound ammonia leak
2+ day, 4+ hour ago (165+ words) The Perdue processing plant in Milford is facing more issues with leaks. The Perdue Farms processing facility in Milford leaked 68 pounds of gaseous ammonia into the air over the weekend. The company says nine people were taken to the hospital…...
Here are the District of Columbia's 2026 primary election results
2+ day, 23+ hour ago (39+ words) Delaware Public Media Here are the District of Columbia's 2026 primary election results View live results for primary races for U. S. delegate and mayor in Washington, D. C....
Del DOT loses $4 million eminent domain lawsuit
3+ day, 5+ hour ago (299+ words) Del DOT owes a Lewes woman 4 million dollars after a Superior Court verdict last week. Eminent domain laws in Delaware allow Del DOT to purchase private land and, as long as it's for a public use purpose, the land owner…...