DOVER — Community leaders, educators, and local residents gathered late last week to celebrate the ribbon-cutting of the new Holy Cross High School, marking a major step forward for Catholic education in Central Delaware. “Our open house is a celebration of the vision becoming a reality for the young people of our community,” said President Tom Fertal. The event, hosted …
The First State’s finest dogs are getting a new task. The Delaware Department of Correction (DOC) plans to redeploy all canine units across the state exclusively for contraband detection. The transition marks a significant change from the department’s longstanding use of patrol-focused K-9s for facility security and crowd control. The shift is part of a broader initiative to improve safety …
As teens across the country gear up for summer break, new data from the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety is raising alarms about a deadly seasonal trend on the roads. From 2019 to 2023, more than 13,000 people were killed in crashes involving teen drivers nationwide — and over 30% of those fatalities happened during the summer months between Memorial …
MILFORD — Downtown Milford is getting ready to buzz with activity as First Friday makes its much-anticipated return on June 6, bringing themed community celebrations, extended shopping hours, and family fun to the heart of the city. Organized by Downtown Milford Inc. (DMI), the event series will run monthly through October, with gatherings scheduled for July 4, August 1, September …
A groundbreaking new housing program aimed at tackling youth homelessness and supporting former foster youth will officially open its doors in Sussex County on Monday, June 9. The initiative, Life Lines South, is the first supportive housing facility of its kind in the area and is part of West End Neighborhood House’s broader statewide Life Lines program. Located at 11116 …
The Delaware State Housing Authority (DSHA) will bring back its popular Homebuyers Fair next month, offering aspiring homeowners a chance to learn the ins and outs of purchasing a home. The event, themed “Destination Homeownership,” will take place on Saturday, June 21, at the University of Delaware’s Clayton Hall Conference Center in Newark. READ: Delaware ranks among top states for …
As the nation marks both Mental Health Awareness Month and Older Americans Month this May, new research sheds light on where seniors are thriving the most — and Delaware has emerged as one of the top states for senior happiness. A recent study by Caring.com placed Delaware in third place nationwide in its Senior Happiness Index, which evaluated a range …
DEWEY BEACH – As Delaware’s coastal towns prepare for an influx of summer visitors, local and state agencies are teaming up to promote safe and responsible alcohol service across the hospitality industry. On Monday, June 2, the Delaware Restaurant Association (DRA), in collaboration with several state agencies, will host a free “Responsible Alcohol Service & Safety Training” event at the …
WILMINGTON — ChristianaCare has announced it will take over operations at five Crozer Health outpatient locations in Delaware County, Pa. following a successful $50.3 million bid in a court-supervised auction. “These facilities will complement the new campuses and neighborhood hospitals we are building in southeastern Pennsylvania—and together they will significantly expand our network of care,” said ChistianaCare’s Chief Strategy and …
On June 6, 50 middle and high school students from across Delaware will step into the roles of 18th-century delegates during a Mock Continental Congress at Legislative Hall in Dover. The event, inspired by the historic Second Continental Congress of 1776, aims to immerse students in the political debates that shaped American independence. The day-long simulation is being organized by …
