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Ivy League fraternity members and a sorority are charged over death of 20-year-old student

Beta Alpha Omega members Matthew Catrambone and Samuel Terry have been accused of providing alcohol to a person under 21, after Won Jang, 20, died in July.

Today in Delaware County history, Nov. 24

100 Years Ago, 1924: Edward Creighton, retired Chester business man, died Saturday afternoon at four o’clock at the Chalfonte-Haddon Hall, Atlantic City, following an illness of four days duration. He was past 72 years of age. On Monday last Mr ...

Overnight crashes in Delaware County keep police, fire and EMS busy

No apparent serious injuries in mostly rollover wrecks in Ridley Township, Upper Darby, Prospect Park, Chester and Edgmont.

Which Sussex County restaurants had the most violations in the past 30 days?

These food establishments racked up the most violations in Sussex County in the past 30 days. One place had 14 violations.

Dartmouth sorority, two members of fraternity face charges after student who attended party drowned

HANOVER, N.H. (AP) — A sorority at Dartmouth College and two members of a fraternity are facing charges related to the death of a student who drowned after attending an off-campus party this summer.

A milestone with Delaware's Downtown Development District program

After ten years of Delaware's Downtown Development District program, the City of Wilmington is renewing for five more years. The program identifies potential opportunities in commercial business districts and other neighborhoods and encourages private capital investment.

3-day rain total in Delaware County more than total of 3 previous months

It might feel good Saturday to shake off that nasty cold and damp weather from the previous three days, but better yet was that more precipitation fell over those days than the entire total for the 90-plus previous days.

Delaware high school football semifinals scoreboard

Playing in the high school football semifinals Friday are Woodbridge at Caravel, Polytech at Indian River and Sussex Central at Salesianum.

DCCC campus likely to open in 2026 to get funding boost from county and Visit Delco

Hotel tax funds will support the Hospitality and Culinary Arts programs at the former Archbishop Prendergast High School.

A New Beginning: Georgetown Pallet Village Breaks Ground on Community Center

A new community center at the Georgetown Pallet Village is set to open in 2025, offering crucial support and social services to individuals without permanent housing.

New Castle - area man faces numerous charges following drug investigation

A man is behind bars following a drug investigation that Delaware State Police said also involved New Jersey authorities.

Fenwick Island Bridge Replacement Project Delayed

The Delaware Department of Transportation (DelDOT) has announced the delay of a bridge replacement on Route 54 (Lighthouse Road) in Fenwick Island.

Today in Delaware County history, Nov. 22

50 Years Ago, 1974: The state Legislature Thursday approved spending nearly $15 million on 23 Delaware County highway projects. Among the approved projects are widening to four lanes and other improvements to the Conchester Highway (Route 322) from Market Street in Upper Chichester to Baltimore Pike (U.S. 1) in Concord.

Abortion, immigration: What issues ACLU Delaware is prioritizing ahead of Trump presidency

But how could these policies affect Delaware, and what are activists doing to protect civil rights in the First State? The American Civil Liberties Union of Delaware hosted a virtual community gathering Thursday night to address these questions for over ...

As ‘Need Continues to Grow,’ CRS Rice Bowl Aims for Record 50th Year

Organizers of the venerable Lenten fundraising and awareness campaign are hoping to raise more than ever after a record-setting collection last year. Funds raised go to feed people in need both locally and across the globe.

AOC Savages Nancy Mace’s Cynical Transphobic Attack on Sarah McBride

The New York Congresswoman says Republicans are targeting the trans lawmaker for no other reason than manufacturing outrage for fundraising emails.

Commonwealth University president should resign or be fired, faculty union leader said

A federal court jury in August found that a dean who helped an employee file a sexual harassment complaint against Bashar Hanna was wrongfully terminated.

Contemporary Native artists are telling stories modern and traditional

After decades of “staying within the lines” of traditional Native art, Indigenous artists are increasingly moving into the contemporary art space.

Alleged hit and run driver wanted in Elkton boy's death caught trying to flee U.S.

The alleged hit and run driver responsible for the death of 11-year-old Mesiah Lafayette has been arrested in Wilmington, Delaware.

Winter weather procedures

OEM staff will start to monitor weather conditions up to 72 hours in advance of any predicted winter weather. If there is an indication that the weather may impact University operations, the Office of Communications and Marketing (OCM) will post information through a variety of channels. These include the UD homepage and social media.

Today in Delaware County history, Nov. 21

100 Years Ago, 1924: The old Middletown public school building in which many of Delaware County’s well-known men and women received their early education, will be sold at public sale tomorrow afternoon at two o’clock to the highest bidder. The ...

Welcome to our 2024 winter holiday guide

Our 2024 winter holidays guide has everything you need to know about festivals, concerts, parties, Nutcrackers, gifts, food and more

New leadership for UD College of Engineering

Pamela Norris, an internationally known scientist, distinguished academic leader and award-winning educator, has been named the next dean of the University of Delaware College of Engineering.

Delaware Corporate Law Still Gold Standard Amid ESG Blowback

University of Delaware’s Lawrence Cunningham says that Delaware courts haven’t abandoned shareholders or outlawed ESG, but rather are in the sensible and practical center.

Feds charge former Eagles running back, Delaware native with COVID, tax fraud

A former running back for the Philadelphia Eagles and Wilmington-area native has been charged by federal prosecutors with COVID and tax fraud.

Nancy Mace Calls Incoming Transgender Congresswoman A Threat—After Fighting For Ban From Women’s Bathrooms

Rep. Nancy Mace, R-S.C., told Forbes on Wednesday incoming Rep. Sarah McBride, the first-ever openly transgender person to be elected to Congress, is a “threat” to her and to women—as Mace pushes to prevent McBride from using women’s bathrooms on Capitol Hill during the next legislative session, a gambit backed by the House speaker.

Big Lots continues some store closures as its bankruptcy proceeds

Big Lots is continuing to close stores across the U.S. as it navigates Chapter 11 bankruptcy, but some locations may be spared.

John Fetterman offers his office bathroom to Sarah McBride as she says she’ll follow GOP rules on restroom usage

John Fetterman's message of support to Sarah McBride follows House Speaker Mike Johnson barring transgender individuals from using bathrooms in the U.S. Capitol that aligns with their gender identity.

Arrest made in Experimental Station thefts

A man working as a subcontractor at the Experimental Station complex off of Route 141 has been charged with felony theft.

Developing youth leadership skills

Local high school students participate in an interactive day of individual leadership development, entrepreneurship and thoughtful reflection

Fixing the disposable presidency

There’s no place in the Constitution for a government entity that wields executive authority without answering to the chief executive. If DOJ, the Fed, the FCC and CFPB don’t do exactly what the president tells them to do, then they can’t be held accountable to the public through their elected representative, the president.

Delaware trooper honored in Alabama

Tuesday, November 18, 2024, marked the 37th anniversary of the death of Delaware State Police Corporal David Pulling at the age of 31.

Today in Delaware County history, Nov. 20

Hyatt, Pennsylvania Military College president, is likely to remember today — his 64th birthday — a long, long time. At 7:30 a.m. Saturday, the popular prexy was routed from his bed by the din of the college band and the cheering of the students.

Delaware's Sarah McBride faces familiar anti-trans sentiment, with higher temperature

Come January, the 34-year-old will be sworn into an office under President-elect Donald Trump's second term, alongside two red chambers. The state senator will be far from Delaware's Democratic supermajority, giving way to a divided House and more polarized national politics.

Food Bank of Delaware goes green

Energize Delaware and the Food Bank of Delaware unveiled a fleet of four electric vehicles and EV charging stations on Tuesday. With this $300,000 investment, the Food Bank will be able to replace gas-powered vehicles and reduce its carbon footprint.

$1 million Mega Millions ticket sold in Delaware County

A Pennsylvania Lottery retailer in Delaware County sold a winning Mega Millions ticket worth $1 million for the Tuesday, Nov. 19 drawing, the lottery said Wednesday. The ticket matched all five white balls drawn, 5-35-50-51-59, but not the yellow Mega Ball 8, to win $1 million, less applicable withholding.

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