Your View: Delaware River agency should help fight climate change
The DRBC has the authority to require the prevention of negative impacts of projects within its jurisdiction that would exacerbate climate damage.
After decades of election talk, Delaware County hair salon owner says 2024 is most polarized
DELCO, PA — Tensions are high in Pennsylvania as Donald Trump and Kamala Harris enter a neck-to-neck battle for the election. In a state where residents are reluctant to share their political views, one venue remains a hub for politics: the hair salon.
495 crossover wreck injures one; snarls traffic
Delaware State troopers are investigating a multi-vehicle crash on Tuesday morning, October 29, 2024, on I-495 at the Christina River Bridge that injured one person and snarled rush hour traffic
Efficient, sustainable next-generation AI
Jungfleisch, who joined UD’s faculty in 2018, is an expert in magnon spintronics. He uses lasers to explore the dynamics of magnetic nanostructures — tiny magnets that can be used to store and steer information through a circuit.
Delaware County relocates its only drop-off ballot box
DELHI, NY (WBNG) -- Delaware County Board of Supervisors recently decided to relocate the county’s only drop-off ballot box from inside the Board of Elections building in Delhi. The box was removed from its outdoor location after the board cited security issues.
RNC raises voter suppression concerns as Trump supporter arrested for telling voters to stay in line
"This follows reports from across the commonwealth that voters are being turned away in conservative areas," RNC Chairman Michael Whatley said.
Diverse and Distinct
Speaking to nearly 200 students, alumni, faculty, staff and community members at the Trabant University Center, Navarro’s message of rich, cultural diversity was reflected in the audience itself.
Groundbreaking for Reese Apartments: A Step Forward in Addressing Delaware's Housing Crisis
A new affordable housing complex broke ground today along Route 13, marking a significant step in addressing Delaware’s pressing housing shortage. The development, known as Reese Apartments, will prov
A Delco committeeperson was detained for allegedly attempting to influence voters amid confusion over mail ballots. Here’s what to know.
The deadline to request a mail ballot in Pennsylvania, whether on-demand or mailed to a voters home, is 5 p.m. Tuesday.
‘Empty Shoe Project’ event to remember lives lost by addiction in Delaware
Delawareans who’ve lost loved ones due to the impact of addiction now have a way to remember them and raise awareness with an event that is seeking participants statewide. Dawn Sheehan, more commonly known as ‘Ma-Van’,
President Joe Biden votes early for Harris from Delaware
Biden, who has spent decades in Washington politics, is expected to return to the White House on Tuesday. He is also expected to make campaign calls this week, and deliver remarks in Pennsylvania on Friday.
Today in Delaware County history, Oct. 29
100 Years Ago, 1924: The Employees’ Association of the Philadelphia Suburban Gas and Electric Company held its second annual banquet and dance last evening in Masonic Temple, Broad (East Ninth) and Welsh streets. The affair was attended by more than 400 guests comprising the employees, their wives and families.
President Biden casts his vote in Delaware
The president waited in line with other voters at a polling place in New Castle, Delaware. Biden met with a group of first time voters and helped an elderly down in line with her wheelchair.
Election guide 2024 for Delaware County voters
Find out why candidates for the Pennsylvania House, Pennsylvania Senate and U.S. House and U.S. Senate are running to represent you.
Biden casts vote for 2024 election in Delaware
President Joe Biden, center, holds an "I Voted Early" sticker upon exiting the voting booth after casting his early-voting ballot for the 2024 general elections, Monday, Oct. 28, 2024, in New Castle,
After waiting in line with other voters, President Biden casts 2024 election ballot early in Delaware
President Biden voted early Monday at a polling place near his Delaware home, but not until after a brief wait in line with other early voters. (Scripps News)
State police to provide overnight patrols for understaffed Delaware County police department
COLLINGDALE, Pennsylvania (WPVI) -- Pennsylvania State Police are stepping in to help a Delaware County police department experiencing a staff shortage. State police will soon provide overnight patrols in Collingdale, Pennsylvania. The added patrols are set to start on Thursday from 12 a.m. to 8 a.m. until further notice, authorities say.
Early voting in Delaware shatters records as tens of thousands wait in line to cast their ballots
This is the first presidential election in which Delawareans can vote early. Lawmakers approved the law in 2019.
Delaware Debates: Through a Student Lens
As student correspondent Casey Nyman tested her earpiece in University of Delaware’s Mitchell Hall on the second night of the Delaware Debates, there was no doubt she had made it to the big leagues. After all,
'Charity Crossing': Delaware man's nonprofit donates countless goods to community
Originally from India, Jay Muthukamatchi and his family created 'Charity Crossing' to distribute countless goods in Delaware and beyond.
Biden expected to cast his vote in presidential election Monday
(Gray News) - President Joe Biden is expected to cast his vote in the presidential election Monday morning, according to the White House. Biden will be voting early at the Shipyard Shops Polling Station in Wilmington, Delaware. Many Americans can also vote early before Election Day on November 5 this year.
Harris to make several campaign stops in Michigan; Trump to hold rally in Georgia
Uncertainty reigns entering the final full week of the 2024 election campaign with Vice President Kamala Harris and former president Donald Trump locked in a fiercely competitive presidential contest.
President Biden to cast his vote in Delaware
Biden will not be on the ballot as he stood aside earlier this year in the contest that now pits Republican Donald Trump against Vice President Kamala Harris.
Delaware County restaurant inspections: Ice machines going organic, the pool’s in the basement
A pest-friendly propped-open door, no hair restraints, can’t get a date, down the drain, chain convenience store gets some nicks, follow-up look at restaurant
For Biden, a bittersweet moment as he casts a ballot he once wanted to be on
President Joe Biden is casting his ballot early in Delaware on Monday, voting for Vice President Kamala Harris.
Understanding differences
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Prosecutors want 14-year-old Muncie boy held in attack, fatal crash charged as adult
The affidavit said a Muncie woman who owned the car the 14-year-old boy allegedly stole was attacked, suffering fractures to her ribs and sternum.
Delaware State Police names new superintendent
In the wake of the planned retirement of Colonel Melissa Zebley, the Delaware State Police (DSP) has announced Major William Crotty as the next Superintendent of the statewide police force.
Delaware County DA returns eight-count indictment, including attempted murder
DELHI, NY (WBNG) -- The Delaware County District Attorney’s Office announced an eight-count indictment against two defendants on Monday. This includes an attempted murder indictment against one of the defendants.
Joe Biden to vote in Delaware on Monday
The president is expected cast his ballot in Wilmington, Delaware, just before noon, before heading back to the White House Monday afternoon.
In uncertain US election, two prestige papers refuse to pick sides
The Los Angeles Times and Washington Post announced they had ended their decades-long practice of officially backing a presidential contender.
Watson details view of what prompted FBI investigation, Amazon suit
The embattled developer points the finger at his former partner, IPI Partners — and a Denver-based firm called Stack Infrastructure.
After legislative failure, Gov. Shapiro should ensure transit funding success
Without a solution, the commonwealth’s 57 transit agencies — carrying almost a million daily passengers — face double-digit service cuts and fare increases.
Why Biden votes today when US Presidential election is on November 5
United States President Joe Biden will cast his vote for the 2024 US Presidential election on Monday in Wilmington, Delaware ahead of the November 5 polls
DNREC Issues Ways to Conserve Water for Colder Seasons
The Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control issued tips to conserve water and protect your home during colder seasons.
2 hospitalized following motel fire in Bear, Delaware
BEAR, Delaware (WPVI) -- The Red Cross is helping 15 families following a motel fire in Bear, Delaware. Fire crews from multiple departments responded to Motel West on Pulaski Highway shortly after 6 a.m. Saturday. One side of the single-story motel was fully engulfed in flames. Two people were taken to the hospital for burns, and smoke inhalation.