New Castle County News
News, public safety, government, and community updates from New Castle County.
“Shots Fired” Officer Chases Down Shooting Suspect Police Say
Wilmington Police have updated a story that only First State Update brought you yesterday. The Wilmington Police Department has issued an update regarding…
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Hagley Craft Fair Celebrates 45 Years Of Local Artisans
The Hagley Craft Fair, a beloved annual event, is gearing up to celebrate its 45th year of showcasing local artisans and their creative…
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Delaware Renaissance Faire Returns With An Extended And Thrilling Season
The Delaware Renaissance Faire (Delafaire) is set to return in the fall of 2023 for an extended and thrilling season, promising three weekends…
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Task Force Arrest Man On Felony Drug Charges
A Clayton resident is facing drug-related charges following a law enforcement operation that took place on October 16, 2023. Officials said the arrest…
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Police Investigating Tuesday Morning Shooting
In the early hours of Tuesday morning, at approximately 2:28 a.m., a shooting incident occurred in the 700 block of North Washington Street.…
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220 Vehicles Stolen In Recent Months, Mostly Juveniles Arrested
In the neighborhoods of New Castle County, an escalating trend of vehicle thefts and attempted vehicle thefts has prompted several investigations. Officials said…
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Police: Girl Scout Troop Treasurer Charged With Felony Theft
Delaware State Police arrested 52-year-old Kelly M. Raab of Frankford, Delaware, for felony theft on Thursday morning. Officials said on January 31, 2023, at approximately…
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Newark Police Charge Man With Wearing a Disguise, Attempted Burglary
On October 13, 2023, at about 2234 hours, Newark Police responded to a residence in the 200 block of Haines Street for a…
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Young Woman Shot Late Sunday Night
The Wilmington Police Department is actively investigating a shooting that took place at approximately 10:08 p.m. on a Sunday evening. The incident occurred…
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Man Found Shot Early Monday Morning
On Monday morning, just before 8:10, rescue crews along with Wilmington Police responded to the 200 block of Stroud Street for reports of…
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