September 9, 2021
Newark Community Days Canceled Due To UD Guidance
The city of Newark has announced in a statement that the 2021 Community Days has been canceled Out of an abundance of caution, the…
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September 3, 2021
Crews Rescue Over 200 As Flood Waters Move Into Wilmington Thursday
Wilmington Mayor, Mike Purzycki, declared a City state of emergency yesterday after floodwaters swept through the city. “Obviously this terrible storm has caused extensive…
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September 2, 2021
Wilmington Dealing With Heavy Flooding Thursday, Rescue Efforts Underway
The remnants of Hurricane Ida brought heavy flooding and damage to the region overnight and into Thursday morning. In Wilmington, rescue crews continue their…
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September 2, 2021
Photos: Water Rescue Underway At Condominiums In Wilmington
Rescue crews are working to remove residents in the Rockland Hills Condominiums after the Brandywine Creek floods. People are being saved from the condos by boat. Developing
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August 31, 2021
Louisiana Man Apparently Eaten By Alligator In Ida’s Wake
Officials north of New Orleans are investigating the death of a 71-year-old man. The St. Tammany Parish Sheriff’s Office (STPSO ) said they are investigating…
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August 30, 2021
Delmarva Lineworkers Head South To Help Restore Power In Wake Of Ida
Delmarva Power is sending crews, equipment, and expertise to Louisiana to repair utility infrastructure damage and help restore energy service for customers impacted by…
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August 25, 2021
Wilmington Fire Department To Commemorate 100 Years
Mayor Mike Purzycki joined Wilmington Fire Chief John Looney, International Association of Fire Fighters Local 1590 Executive Vice President Senior Firefighter Michael Wiktorowicz, President…
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August 25, 2021
Listen To Story Time On Your Phone, No Internet Required
New Castle County Executive Matt Meyer announced a new service for young readers who love listening to a good story. Children can call in…
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August 25, 2021
SNAP Program To Issue Millions In Emergency Benefits Starting Today
The Delaware Division of Social Services will issue emergency benefits for August to eligible households as part of the state’s ongoing response to the…
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August 25, 2021
City Of Seaford Finds Elevated Levels Of Radium In Drinking Water
The City of Seaford Water Department has informed residents that elevated levels of Radium have been a city well. The city operates four wells…
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August 24, 2021
Capital School District To Go Virtual During Firefly
The Capital School District superintendent announced on Monday that schools will be virtual during the Firefly Music Festival. The announcement was made in a…
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August 23, 2021
African Burial Ground Guided Visitation At John Dickinson Plantation Announced
The John Dickinson Plantation is offering the opportunity to visit the African burial ground and engage with guides about the complex history of the…
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