Michael Kealty of Magnolia, was sentenced Tuesday in the U.S. District Court for the District of Delaware to 10 years in federal prison for his crime of coercing and enticing a minor into sexual activity. Shannon T. Hanson, acting U.S. Attorney for the District of Delaware, announced the news, and The Honorable U.S. District Judge Richard G. Andrews issued the …
The Delaware Bay is home to an estimated 30 million horseshoe crabs, making it the world’s largest breeding ground for this species, and a state agency wants to inform the public more on these critters. The Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC), through its Division of Fish and Wildlife, will hold a public meeting on the Atlantic …
This is a developing story. Check back for updates. The Vision Coalition of Delaware Monday launched a comprehensive 10-year plan aimed at improving the state’s education system. The plan, titled “Student Equity and Excellence 2035,” was officially unveiled at a special event in Dover, with the policy roadmap based on feedback from over a thousand Delawareans, including students, parents, educators, …
Goldey-Beacom College has successfully reaffirmed its accreditation through the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE) for the next seven years, the school announced. The MSCHE accreditation team, which conducted a thorough review, praised Goldey-Beacom for significant operational changes, including reorganization and program development since 2019. Dr. Colleen Perry Keith, President of Goldey-Beacom College, expressed her pride in the institution’s …
The Delaware Army National Guard is set to host the 2025 Tuskegee Airmen Commemoration Day Expo on Saturday, March 29 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Delaware Army National Guard Aviation Support Facility at the Wilmington Airport. The free event celebrates the historic legacy of the Tuskegee Airmen and aims to inspire the next generation of aviation and STEM professionals. …
A state law enforcement agency is partnering with a local school district to build the relationship with communities and officers. The Delaware State Police announced the return of the STaRS (State Troopers Actively Reaching Students) program Monday in a collaboration with the Caesar Rodney School District in Wyoming. READ: Indian River referendum fails with 53% voting against tax hike to …
Less than a week after the Smyrna School District’s residents voted down a $5.4 million operational referendum that would increase taxes $277 annually to the average homeowner, the Indian River School District had the same fate. READ: Smyrna operational referendum fails for 2nd straight year, would have spiked taxes $277 annually Indian River, which had its first operational referendum in …
The Dover Police Department proudly announced this week the graduation of the 2025 Municipal Police Academy. 19 recruits from 12 police agencies across Delaware completed the 21-week training program, culminating in a graduation ceremony at Dover Middle School Campus Auditorium. READ: Sussex Conservation District honors 2025 conservation stewardship awardees The ceremony was attended by key figures in law enforcement, including …
The Sussex Conservation District (SCD) celebrated the recipients of the 2025 Conservation Stewardship Awards (CSA), honoring individuals, businesses, and organizations in Sussex County that have made exceptional efforts in preserving and enhancing the area’s natural resources. It’s the fourth year the district has held these awards. The awards ceremony was a testament to the continued growth of the event, with …
The Delaware Forest Service will host its 10th Annual Arborist and Tree Care Seminar on April 7-8 at Delaware Park Raceway & Casino in Wilmington. This specialized seminar is designed to provide valuable professional development for those working in urban forestry and tree care, focusing on sustainable practices that enhance Delaware’s urban forests. The event will feature two full days …
