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Delaware Breast Cancer Coalition Leads Awareness Month Efforts With Message That Self-Awareness and Advocacy Are Key

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Delaware Breast Cancer Coalition Kicks Off Awareness Month Efforts with a Story of Lifesaving Advocacy! WILMINGTON – Breast Cancer Awareness Month is underway, and the Delaware Breast Cancer Coalition (DBCC) is putting the spotlight on the lifesaving power of self-awareness and advocacy. Breast cancer remains a pressing concern in Delaware. In 2025, an estimated 1,210 new cases will be diagnosed …

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State audit flags financial control weaknesses at Memorial Volunteer Fire Company

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  By Claudis Estrada, Contributing Journalist SLAUHGTHER BEACH, DE.   The Delaware Office of Auditor of Accounts (AOA) has released a performance audit of the Memorial Volunteer Fire Company (MVFC), citing multiple deficiencies in financial management between 2021 and 2023. The audit was requested by the State Fire Commission after members raised concerns over the company’s fiscal practices. The review covered operations during which MVFC received more …

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North Millsboro Bypass set to open following ribbon cutting ceremony

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By Claudia Estada, Contributing Journalist The Delaware Department of Transportation (DelDOT) held a ribbon-cutting for the North Millsboro Bypass on Monday, joined by Governor Matt Meyer, Lieutenant Governor Kyle Evans Gay, state legislators, county officials, and local leaders, ahead of the roadway’s official opening later this week. This major project was designed to improve traffic flow, safety, and connectivity in the …

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Sussex Central Starts Second Half with Successful Fake Punt, but loses to Salesianum, 31-7

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Sallies (2-2) scored 21 second half points to defeat Sussex Central (2-2) in the teams first matchup since Salesianum’s victory in the DIAA Semifinals last season. By Ryan Colasanti WILMINGTON — Sussex Central lined up in punt formation on their own side of the field trailing Salesianum by ten early in the third quarter. The Golden Knights appeared ready to …

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Delaware LIVE Football Game of the Week: Salesianum takes on Sussex Central Friday Night

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Sallies (1-2) looks to break a two game losing streak against their first Class 3A opponent of the season, Sussex Central (2-1). By Ryan Colasanti The Sussex Central Golden Knights travel to Abessinio Stadium for a Friday night clash with Salesianium. Both squads enter the contest following losses in their last game. Hodgson defeated the Golden Knights, 44-34, at home, …

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Delaware Restaurant Association launches Council of Hispanic Restaurants with two community events

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    By Claudia Estrada, Contributing Journalist DOVER, DE,   The Delaware Restaurant Association (DRA) is launching the Council of Hispanic Restaurants (CHR), a new initiative dedicated to supporting Hispanic restaurant owners and operators across the state. The council will focus on the unique needs of Hispanic food entrepreneurs by providing regulatory updates, networking opportunities, and operational resources vital for long-term sustainability and …

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Award-Winning Magician Jake Schwartz Brings Sports-Themed Magic Show to Milford Friday

Staff WriterCulture, Delaware Arts, Headlines

MILFORD – Sports fans and magic lovers alike are in for a treat this Friday, Sept. 26, when award-winning magician Jake Schwartz brings his Game Changing Magic Tour to Big Oyster Brewery in Milford. Fresh off tours with the Savannah Bananas and appearances on NBC, FOX, CBS and ESPN, Schwartz is billed as performing “the world’s only magic show for …

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Milford Educator Shae Parks Earns National Award for Championing Civics Education

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Milford High School educator Shae Parks inspires students through innovative civics education, hands-on government lessons, and community leadership programs MILFORD – At a time when understanding democracy is critical to the health of the nation, Milford Senior High School is earning national attention for its commitment to civics education. Leading that effort is educator Shae Parks, a seventh-year teacher whose …

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State Police Identify Victim in Fatal Frankford Motorcycle Crash

Staff WriterDelaware State Police, Delaware State Trooper, Police & Fire

FRANKFORD – Delaware State Police have released the name of the motorcyclist who died in a crash Thursday afternoon in Sussex County. Authorities said 22-year-old Michael Peterson of Millville was killed in the accident, which occurred Thursday in Frankford. Troopers responded to the scene shortly after the collision was reported, but Peterson was pronounced dead despite lifesaving efforts. Details on …

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State Police Investigate Knife-Point Robbery at Milford Convenience Store

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MILFORD – Delaware State Police are investigating a knife-point robbery that occurred Friday night at a busy convenience store on Bay Road, and detectives are asking the public for help in identifying the suspect. Troopers were dispatched to the Valero Shore Stop, located at 1885 Bay Road, around 8 p.m. on Sept. 19 after receiving a 911 call reporting a …