The Del-Mar-Va Council, Scouting America, has named E. Thomas “Thom” Harvey, III as the recipient of the 2025 Delaware Citizen of the Year Award and will be recognized at a ceremony on October 15 at the Oberod Estate. Harvey is Chairman of TKo Hospitality and President of Harvey, Hanna and Associates (HHA). He also owns and operates multiple management and …
Between new treatment efforts in Stanton and ongoing concerns about contamination in the Christina River, PFAS have emerged as a growing concern in Delaware, raising questions about health, accountability, and cleanup. So, what are PFAS? And why do they matter? PFAS—short for per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances—are a class of human-made chemicals used in products like nonstick cookware, waterproof clothing, and …
ChristianaCare and Delaware County leaders marked a major milestone in the construction of ChristianaCare Hospital, Aston, on July 9 with a ceremonial beam-signing to commemorate the completion of the structural phase of the project. Located at 700 N. Turner Way, the 20,000-square-foot hospital remains on track to open in the second half of 2026. ChristianaCare is developing the facility in …
ChristianaCare is planning to invest more than $865 million in Delaware over the next three years, continuing its commitment to expand healthcare access across the state. The announcement follows a previous $375 million in spending over the last three years. The investments will include major facility expansions, new jobs, and continued innovation in healthcare delivery. “Since our founding in Wilmington …
Delaware has been ranked the 10th best state in the country for pickleball players, according to a new national report by PodPlay Pickleball Business Guide. The ranking is based on the number of pickleball venues per capita, with Delaware offering 3.52 facilities per 100,000 residents. The report analyzed the availability of indoor and outdoor pickleball courts across the U.S., identifying …
ChristianaCare has announced the appointment of Jennifer Moberg, DNP, MPA, RN, CPPS, NEA-BC, as vice president of Emergency Services. In her new role, Moberg will lead emergency care operations across the health system’s emergency departments and oversee prehospital services and trauma programs. “Jennifer’s appointment as vice president of Emergency Services at ChristianaCare is a testament to her unwavering dedication and …
Officials announced Tuesday that the Delaware State Housing Authority (DSHA) has reserved $5.5 million in funding for 15 development projects across four municipalities through the state’s Downtown Development District (DDD) program. The funding is intended to help catalyze $173.6 million in private investment in revitalization efforts in Dover, Laurel, Georgetown, and Wilmington. Projects receiving reservations include Villa Maria at Brandywine, The Old …
UPDATE: Ladybug Music Festival moves indoors to The Queen due to rain forecast The Ladybug Music Festival will return on Friday, May 30, 2025. Now in its 13th year, the free, rain-or-shine event continues to spotlight women in music with a vibrant and diverse lineup featuring over 30 artists from across the US. Founded in 2012 and produced by Gable Music …
WILMINGTON- The Delaware Interscholastic Cycling League (DICL), a youth development agency, is gearing up for another exciting season of mountain biking programs for students across the state. Established in 2022, the DICL is a chapter of the National Interscholastic Cycling Association and is focused on providing a supportive, inclusive environment for young riders, regardless of experience or skill level. The …
WILMINGTON- Barbara Dommel, a patient care technician at Wilmington Hospital’s Joint Replacement Center, has been recognized for her dedication and compassion with the ChristianaCare ROSE Award. The ROSE Award recipients are chosen through an anonymous selection process by the Professional Nurse Council at ChristianaCare. The award recognizes a range of non-nursing caregiving roles, including patient care technicians, medical assistants, surgical …
