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On December 5, 2023, the Cecil County Council passed Resolution No. 63-2023 during the Legislative Session Day 2023-22. The resolution reappoints Robert F. McKnight to the Police Accountability Board, as confirmed by the County Executive.

CHESAPEAKE CITY, MD – An anonymous Eastern Shore resident claimed a $630,000 jackpot prize from the Multi-Match lottery on October 12. The win was announced after the winner, accompanied by…

A somber mood has enveloped the community near Lancaster Pike at Hercules Road in Wilmington following a fatal car accident. Tragedy struck when an SUV veered off the road, descended an embankment, and came to rest in a creek. At least one life was lost in the incident, which only came to light several days after it might have occurred. Wilmington Police Detectives have joined the investigation, launched at the city's outskirts, as traffic was temporarily halted to aid their efforts.

Shortly before 6 a.m. on Tuesday morning, crews from the Singerly Fire Company in Elkton were called to Red Hill Road, where a passerby reported that a home known to be vacant for years had been set ablaze. It didn't take long for firefighters to get the flames under control,...

We love animals. So when Nestor was doing the Maryland Crab Cake Tour at Hollywood Casino in Perryville, he reached to his Cecil County friends to discuss their mutual goal of rescuing beautiful cats and educating folks about feral colonies. Volunteers Carrie McCall and Jacleen Commers tell more about their charity organization and love of the creatures.

Get ready to dive into the holiday spirit, folks! The Holiday Celebration & Market at Glasgow Park is just around the corner. This festive extravaganza is set to take place on Fri, Dec 08 · 5pm - 8pm at the Glasgow Regional Park 2275 Pulaski Highway, Newark, DE 19702. And guess what? Admission is absolutely free!

The article highlights a scam where fraudsters pretend to be grandchildren in legal trouble, asking grandparents for urgent bail money. These scammers typically ask for payment through gift cards or wire transfers. To avoid falling for this, the article suggests staying calm, confirming the caller's identity with personal questions, and consulting with other family members before acting.

The Army Corps of Engineers did not meet the North East River dredging deadline this year due to scheduling and permit issues. However, Cecil County Government has completed its part of the project by preparing the site for the dredging material.

The Institute for Transforming University Education will host a free Problem-Based Learning (PBL) Workshop in January. University faculty and K-12 teachers are invited. PBL connects academic knowledge to real-world problems, prompting students to tackle complex issues and collaborate on solutions. The workshop will take place from January 9-12 at various campus locations.

***ATTENTION: NEW for 2024: ONE DAY PERMITS & HONOR BOX ARE NO LONGER AVAILABLE. ALL USERS OF THE BOAT RAMP MUST HAVE AN ANNUAL PERMIT. Annual Boat Ramp Permits are available for purchase at the Town Hall Monday & Tuesday 8am-5:30pm, Wednesday & Thursday 8am-4:30pm or Friday 8am-2:30pm.Visit here for more details.

WILMINGTON, Del. (CBS) -- A driver is seriously injured after their car went off the road and crashed into a creek in Wilmington, Delaware, police said. Emergency crews responded to the scene of a crash at Lancaster Pike and Hercules Road just before 4:30 p.m.Delaware State Police posted on their X account that part of Lancaster Pike near Hercules Road was temporarily closed because of the crash. Chopper 3 was over the scene of the crash just after 5 p.m.

A mistrial was declared Tuesday in the case against a man accused of murdering 15-year-old Brandon Wingo in 2016. What was expected to be a two-week trial in the state's first-degree murder case against Diamonte Taylor ended on the second day of trial testimony, according to Mat Marshall, a spokesperson for the Delaware Department of Justice.

The Teen Warehouse in Wilmington opens two new spaces for mental and physical health. The Warehouse is part of the WRK group, which also represents REACH Riverside and Kingswood. They are partnering with the SL24: Unlocke the Light Foundation to open Sean’s Room at the Warehouse, an extension of Sean’s House in Newark.

The University of Delaware’s Facilities, Real Estate, and Auxiliary Services (FREAS) group manages the University’s facilities. They provide various services and a system for reporting facilities issues, both urgent and non-urgent.

A recent incident on a quiet Tuesday morning has shaken the Elkton community. The Singerly Fire Company responded to an emergency call at 55 Red Hill Road, where an abandoned residence was consumed by fire. Despite the firefighters' quick response at 5:57 a.m., the structure was severely damaged and is now beyond repair. The Maryland Fire Marshal's office, with the aid of K9 unit Blondie, determined the fire was an act of arson, prompting an investigation to uncover the motives behind this criminal act.

Sweet Amelia's in Kennett Square has already taken off due to its delicious food and great atmosphere. The husband-and-wife chef team Zack and Karessa Hathaway behind the new Kennett Square bistro Sweet Amelia’s have plenty of talent to succeed with their delicious seasonal flavors and some daring combinations, writes Craig LaBan for The Philadelphia Inquirer.

The players come and go, but the top teams remain the same in Delaware high school girls basketball. So when the state’s top coaches were asked to rank the best players going into the 2023-24 season, the same schools who have dominated the sport over the last 10-20 years placed several athletes near...

The quiet of a recent Tuesday night was shattered by the wail of sirens as emergency services rushed to the scene of a grim traffic accident in Wilmington. A male pedestrian in his 30s, riding his skateboard, was struck and severely injured on Limestone Road near Papermill Road. The force of the collision was such that it caused considerable damage to the vehicle's windshield. Responders from the Mill Creek Fire Company, New Castle County Paramedics, and Delaware State Police worked together to provide urgent care before the injured man was transported to a trauma center.

Interested in adding a furry friend to your family? Even if you're just keen on viewing some of the cute critters available for adoption nearby, there are ample pets waiting for their forever homes in animal shelters throughout and around newark.

Yeah, I know winter isn’t quite here yet, but baby, it’s cold outside. (Oh, wait, that’s a reference I’ll get to in a minute). But we do have this story that will help you stay cozy and warm at home and save some money on your heating bill.