News across Greater Dover
Delaware broadens the story of John Dickinson with new $14.5M visitor center
New permanent exhibit expands the Plantation’s story to include enslaved people, Indigenous communities and others who lived on the property DOVER, Del. — Delaware is preparing to open a new permanent exhibit at the John Dickinson Plantation that broadens the story traditionally…
Meyer vetoes bipartisan effort to put checks on emergency powers
Governor rejects four bills passed by General Assembly, including measures that drew overwhelming bipartisan support DOVER, Del. — Gov. Matt Meyer vetoed four bills approved by the Delaware General Assembly, including a bipartisan measure that would have given lawmakers new…
Delaware SBI moving to SMART-E fingerprint kiosks Oct. 5
New system captures fingerprints, facial images and ID information while connecting customers with remote agents for assistance DOVER, Del. — Delawareans who need fingerprints for employment, licensing, background checks and other purposes will see a different process beginning…
Work-release absconder charged in $48,000 New Castle County retail theft spree
State police say Smyrna man targeted retailers more than 25 times after failing to return to DOC supervision NEW CASTLE COUNTY, Del. — A Smyrna man who failed to return to Delaware Department of Correction facility after leaving on an employment pass has been charged in a…
CRI urges Delaware to consider wood as part of ‘all-of-the-above’ energy strategy
Caesar Rodney Institute says biomass could provide a local energy source while supporting Delaware forests and forestry businesses, but regulatory and environmental questions remain DOVER, Del. — As Delaware looks for ways to produce more of its own electricity and reduce…
Family policy advocate says abortion, parental rights fights will return to Dover
Nandi Gamble tells Jane Brady that constitutional amendments, parental rights and education will remain priorities as Delaware heads toward a new General Assembly DOVER, Del. — With Delaware’s 2026 legislative session over and voters preparing to elect a new General Assembly,…
Hallmark Actor Comes to Delaware for Special Film Celebration
Kristoffer Polaha, actor in 21 Hallmark movies, will be at UNITED Church’s Milford Campus on Friday, Oct. 23 By John Riddle, Contributing Journalist, Delaware LIVE Hallmark fans will have a chance to see one of the network’s familiar leading men in Delaware this fall when actor…
City of Milford Statement Regarding Data Centers at the Milford Corporate Center
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First State Educate’s August School Board Roundup brings local meetings together to show the issues taking shape across Delaware. DOVER, Del. — Decisions about student progress, district budgets, school buildings, and student support appeared across Delaware school board meetings…
Caesar Rodney Institute asks Delawareans to sign health care transparency petition
Policy group seeks support for legislation requiring medical professionals to clearly disclose their licenses and qualifications DOVER, Del. — The Caesar Rodney Institute is asking Delaware residents to sign an online petition supporting legislation that would require health care…
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Published September 18ChristianaCare's proposed hospitals in Kent and Sussex counties face pushback
As Southern Delaware faces health care gaps, ChristianaCare plans to build two hospitals in downstate. However, other health care providers are pushing back on the projects. WHYY's Sarina Grossi has more.
Hagley Car Show, Chadds Ford Days, Milford Riverwalk Festival Lead a Packed Delaware Weekend
Our “Gotta Love the Weekend” Report: More than 500 classic vehicles headline a weekend filled with college football, festivals, living history, theater, outdoor programs, and fall family activities. WILMINGTON, Del. — From classic automobiles and college football to fireworks,…