The state police's Trooper Youth Week kicks off June 16.

Delaware State Police and American Legion to host Trooper Youth Week in summer

Jarek RutzHeadlines, Police & Fire

The Delaware State Police (DSP) and the American Legion are set to host the 52nd Annual Trooper Youth Week from Monday, June 16 to Friday, June 20, offering high school students a unique opportunity to experience law enforcement training. Trooper Youth Week is an immersive, week-long academy program designed to provide students interested in law enforcement with a taste of …

The Milford Corporate Center will undergo construction starting March 4.

Milford Corporate Center, set to hold 27 businesses, breaks ground March 4

Jarek RutzHeadlines, Business

The city of Milford is set to have nearly 30 businesses fill up a brand new corporate center that will undergo construction in a couple weeks. It will serve as a business park and the city in partnership with Emory Hill will sell 27 available lots to business owners to build their own built-to-suit. The property is 180 acres, and …

First Staters shop until they drop - online - a study finds. (Photo by Tevarak/iStock Getty Images)

Delaware is 7th most obsessed state with online shopping, study finds

Jarek RutzHeadlines, Culture

Delawareans are obsessed with online shopping. In fact, a new study shows the First State is 7th in the nation when it comes to online shopping hotspots. A new report from SwishDM, an SEO agency specializing in digital marketing strategies for Ecommerce, indicates Delaware in the 7 slot with an obsession score of 38.3. To assess which state was the …

YMCA of Delaware is launching its BrainSavers program later this month.

YMCA of Del. launches holistic program to promote healthy aging

Jarek RutzHeadlines, Health

WILMINGTON – The YMCA of Delaware is introducing an innovative new program designed to support healthy aging through a holistic approach that integrates both physical and cognitive wellness. BrainSavers, created by One Pass, is a groundbreaking initiative aimed at enhancing the vitality and independence of adults as they age. The instructor-led program, available to all YMCA of Delaware members, is built …

ChristianaCare is expanding its staff in Milford to meet community demand.

ChristianaCare adds services in Milford to meet growing needs

Jarek RutzHeadlines, Health

ChristianaCare is expanding its healthcare offerings in Milford, with the addition of two experienced physicians to enhance care options for the rapidly growing local population. The newly opened ChristianaCare Primary Care at Milford practice has welcomed Dr. Chinwe Ike-Chinwo, a board-certified primary care physician with a strong focus on preventive medicine. Ike-Chinwo is dedicated to building long-term relationships with patients …

The Southern Delaware Chorale, which will host Saturday's concert honoring Black musicians.

Choirs unite in Rehoboth to honor Black History Month Feb. 22

Jarek RutzHeadlines, Culture

REHOBOTH BEACH – Make a stop in southern Delaware this Saturday as several choirs come together for some musical art to highlight Black History Month. Feb. 22, the Southern Delaware Chorale will host a special concert titled “A Choral Tapestry: Celebrating Black History Month” at 4 p.m. at Epworth United Methodist Church (19285 Holland Glade Road) in Rehoboth Beach. The …

Prospective artists must submit their application to complete the Biggs' mural by March 28.

Biggs opens search for mural artist, apply by March 28

Jarek RutzHeadlines, Culture

Biggs Museum of American Art in Dover has opened a search for a creative mural artist to design and execute a temporary indoor mural. Museum leadership wants the artist to create a piece to transform the museum’s space and engage the community. “Our intention for this mural project is to create an opportunity for collaboration with artists in our community, …

Trout season in Kent and Sussex counties begins in 15 days with a youth-only day March 1. (Photo by ANDY_BOWLIN/iStock Getty Images)

Kent/Sussex trout season kicks off with youth-only day March 1

Jarek RutzCulture

Delaware’s youngest fisherman have just a couple weeks left until trout season kicks off. The season will officially open for youth anglers under the age of 16 at 7 a.m. on Saturday, March 1, and will be followed by the regular trout season for all anglers starting a half-hour before sunrise on Sunday, March 2. On youth opening day, fishing …

The federal lawsuit claims Delaware is targeting pro-life pregnancy centers. (Photo from iStock Getty Images)

Lawsuit filed against Del. says state targets pro-life pregnancy centers

Jarek RutzHeadlines, Government

A federal lawsuit against the state of Delaware was filed Wednesday by attorneys representing a nonprofit pregnancy center and a network of affiliated centers. The lawsuit challenges Delaware’s Senate Bill 300, which they argue unconstitutionally restricts free speech and forces the centers to convey messages against their core mission. The lawsuit, filed by Simms Showers and Alliance Defending Freedom (ADF), …

The First State ranks in the top half of luckiest states to find love, a new study shows. (Photo by Prostock-studio/Shutterstock)

With V-Day Friday, report finds Delaware 21st luckiest state for love

Jarek RutzHeadlines, Culture

As Valentine’s Day approaches, a new study reveals Delawareans are more likely to find love than other states. The study, conducted by Legal US Poker Sites, ranks Delaware as 21st in the nation for “luckiest states for love,” with an index score of 38.56 out of 100. Love analytics The report analyzed a variety of factors to determine which states …