Governor Meyer & First Lady announce birth of son
WILMINGTON, Del. - Gov. Matt Meyer and first lady Dr. Lauren Meyer announced the birth of their son in a statement, saying all are healthy. “Lauren and I are overjoyed to welcome our son into the world. All are healthy. We are extremely thankful to all the medical professionals and caregivers who selflessly guided us to this blessing,” Meyer said.
Keene Elementary celebrates 25 ‘Koalaty’ years
Students and staff celebrated Keene Elementary School's 25th anniversary Thursday by burying a time capsule that will be dug up for the 50th anniversary. "When you bury this time capsule today, let's bury it with pride, with hope, and with the knowledge that we are part of something bigger than ourselves," Superintendent Deirdra Aikens told students during a brief ceremony before the capsule was buried in a garden outside the school. "We are stronger together because of this moment. We are conne
Wilmington Man Shot on Rosemont Avenue, Police Investigating
Wilmington Police are investigating a shooting that took place around 12:25 a.m. on October 16, 2026, in the 2800 block of Rosemont Avenue. Officers found a 44-year-old man at the scene who had been shot. He was taken to a nearby hospital and is listed in stable condition. The investigation...
Wilmington residents frustrated with spike in violence, despite broader public safety improvements
Weeks after a late-summer spike in violence, many Wilmington residents are saying they want to see more services for youth and more beat cops building relationships in their neighborhoods. The post Wilmington residents frustrated with spike in violence, despite broader public safety improvements appeared first on Spotlight Delaware .
Wilmington City Council looking to cut down on nuisance properties
Wilmington City Councilman James Spadola says it's time to appoint someone to be in charge of cracking down on nuisance properties in the city. Spadola issued a statement this week calling for Mayor John Carney to consider adding a Nuisance Property Czar into next year's budget. “Issuing a ticket or...
Penn Wood High School sports suspended over incident implicating “culture and climate”
The William Penn School District said Thursday that all sports at Penn Wood High School are suspended amid an investigation.
Swedesboro Woman Pulled From Burning Car After Delaware Memorial Bridge Crash
A Swedesboro woman was hospitalized Monday afternoon after her Honda Accord slammed into a concrete abutment in Lane 6 of the Delaware Memorial Bridge toll plaza, flipping the car and setting it ablaze. The crash happened at approximately 3 p.m. on October 12, shutting down more than half the toll lanes and snarling the commute for drivers crossing between New Jersey and Delaware.
New Castle County man facing charges following series of threatening social media posts
A man in New Castle, Delaware, is facing firearms charges after an investigation into his social media posts.
Delco Wendy’s giving first 100 customers free food for a year at grand reopening
A Wendy’s in Delaware County will celebrate its grand reopening Saturday, Oct. 24, by giving the first 100 eligible customers in line one free menu item per week for a year. The first 100 eligible customers in line at the Folsom restaurant, 310 MacDade Blvd., will receive a card good for one free sandwich, salad or breakfast item per week for one year.
North Star actress Becky Rusch sees persistence pay off on New York stage
Delaware-raised actor’s role in the well-reviewed Off-Broadway production “Burning Leaves” marks another step in a career built on auditions, small roles and a determination to keep pursuing her dream. By George D. Rotsch, Delaware LIVE NORTH STAR, Del. — For Becky Rusch, pursuing a career as an actor has looked less like an overnight success story and more like what ... Read More
