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The Delaware Women's Hall of Fame Class of 2025 will be announced in July.

It’s time to nominate for the Women’s Hall of Fame Class of 2025

Jarek Rutz 3 months agoHeadlines, Culture

The nomination period for the 2025 Delaware Women’s Hall of Fame is underway. Established in 1981, the Delaware Women’s Hall of Fame recognizes and acknowledges the lifetime achievements of remarkable First State women. The award also fosters an understanding of, and an appreciation for, the many contributions of all women across Delaware. “The Delaware Women’s Hall of Fame Award honors …

This year's Women's Hall of Fame class has been anounced. From top left, clockwise: Raye Jones Avery, Julissa Coriano, Anna Marie Leo and Colonel Melissa Zebley.

Delaware Women’s Hall of Fame 2024 class to add 4

Jarek Rutz 10 months agoHeadlines, Education

The Delaware Women’s Hall of Fame will add four new members this year: Raye Jones Avery, Julissa Coriano, Anna Marie Leo and Col. Melissa Zebley. The honorees are chosen by the The Office of Women’s Advancement and Advocacy and the Delaware Women’s Hall of Fame Committee. This year, they received more than 50 nominations. Jones Avery said she’s devoted her …

New Delaware Historical Marker Design Unveiling
Delaware’s historical markers are getting a makeover. The unveiling ceremony of the new design for the State of Delaware Historic Markers will be held at the Delaware Public Archives on April 29, 2025 at 2:00 p.m. Created by the same forge, the new design will have an enhanced appearance, incorporating the Great State Seal of […]
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Governor Meyer and Division of Small Business Highlight $14M Available in Small Small Business Funding
On Thursday, Governor Matt Meyer joined Division of Small Business (DSB) Director CJ Bell to highlight the urgent need to get $14M in the hands of small business owners before the end of the calendar year and re-launch the program providing these funds, the Small State Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI).
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Governor Meyer and Division of Small Business Highlight $14M Available in Small Business Funding
On Thursday, Governor Matt Meyer joined Division of Small Business (DSB) Director CJ Bell to highlight the urgent need to get $14M in the hands of small business owners before the end of the calendar year and re-launch the program providing these funds, the Small State Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI).
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Investigation: man found dead after large outdoor fire in Milford
MILFORD — A man was found dead Wednesday afternoon after a large outdoor fire broke out behind a residence in Milford. The fire was reported shortly after 1 p.m. in the 3000 block of Big Stone Beach Road. According to the Delaware Office of the State Fire Marshal, crews from the South Bowers Volunteer Fire Company, along with other assisting departments, arrived to find a fire spreading rapidly through a wooded area behind a home. READ: Delaware Education Secretary appoints key leaders ahead of major school funding overhaul While battling the blaze, firefighters discovered the body of a deceased man within the burned area. His identity and cause of death are pending an investigation by the Delaware Division of Forensic Science. Deputy fire marshals launched an investigation to determine the fire’s origin and cause, which remains undetermined as of Wednesday evening. No other injuries were reported, and damage is estimated at $250. Authorities are continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding the fire and the man’s death.
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Measles: How to Protect Yourself and Your Children
What to know: Measles is not “just a rash.” Measles is a highly contagious disease that causes high fever, rash, cough and red eyes and can lead to complications like brain inflammation and pneumonia and death. Getting the measles vaccine is the best way to prevent getting and spreading measles. Two doses of the MMR […] The post Measles: How to Protect Yourself and Your Children appeared first on ChristianaCare News.
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