Delaware County health disaster lifted despite hospital closures
When Crozer Health left Delaware County last year, the loss of Crozer’s EMS forced the county to issue a disaster declaration. But the County Council said that ambulance coverage across the county is now intact and operational.
Wilmington, DE – 16-Year-Old Charged in Darley Pharmacy Armed Robbery
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Claymont, Delaware – A 16-year-old Wilmington teen was arrested in an armed Claymont pharmacy robbery. According to Delaware State Police, troopers responded around 9:50 a.m. on Wednesday, December 24,...
Hidden missile sites once guarded NJ skies. What happened to them?
In the 1950s, the U.S. Army built a missile ring through New Jersey. Fourteen Nike batteries, along with radar stations, a regional command post and a maintenance hub, were positioned from Sandy Hook to Salem County, according to U.S. Army Air Defense Command records. Their purpose was direct: Intercept any and all...
Kennett Square Pizza Place Named One of the Best Pizza Shops in the World
Mezzaluna Wood Fired Pizza ranked third at this year’s International Pizza Expo for best pizza shops in the world. Kennett Square’s Mezzaluna Wood Fired Pizza has been named one of the best pizza shops in the world, writes Justin Heinze for Patch. The recognition comes from the annual...
Blippi and Meekah heading to Wilmington for live family show
Blippi, the popular preschool character known for educational videos and singalong songs, is bringing a live stage show to Wilmington this summer. The “Be Like Blippi Tour” will stop at The Grand on June 7, featuring Blippi and his friend Meekah in an interactive performance designed for children ages 2 to 7. The...
Two Charged in $100K Metal Theft Spree
NEW CASTLE COUNTY, DE — Delaware State Police have charged two men in connection with a series of alleged metal thefts that investigators say caused nearly $100,000 in losses to businesses across the county. According to Delaware State Police, 32-year-old Mark Hartnett of Wilmington and 38-year-old Thomas Drummond...
Fourth arrest in Paladin shooting
New Castle County Police have arrested a fourth person in connection to a shooting at the Paladin Club Apartments on January 12, 2026, that injured a 15-year old girl and 44-year old woman. 19-year old Alexander Corona was picked up by the county's Fugitive Apprehension and Surveillance team last Friday,...
EXCLUSIVE: Black Lion Party Chairman Loses License to Carry Firearms
NORTH PHILADELPHIA – Paul Birdsong, chairman of The Black Lion Party for International Solidarity, was served a notice on Feb 13, 2026, that his license to carry a firearm had been revoked by the Philadelphia Police Department. The notice cites “good cause” related to “character and reputation,” stemming from...
Woman’s diamond ring turns up at pawn shop after vanishing at car wash
Casey Corradin had already begun the process of buying a replacement when she learned the original had surfaced at a pawn shop.
Word-of-Mouth Bakery Brings Delicious Baked Goods to Toughkenamon
Without a phone number or website, Toughkenamon’s Blacklab Breads relies on word-of-mouth praise for its delicious breads and sandwiches. The elusive Blacklab Breads is bringing delicious breads, sandwiches, and treats to Toughkenamon, writes Caroline Roosevelt for Chester County Press. The bakery operates without a...

















