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Incyte to expand in downtown Wilmington
Delaware based Incyte Corporation has announced it has acquired two buildings in downtown Wilmington with plans to initially relocate 300 jobs from Pennsylvania to the city. The biotech company, which was founded in Delaware in 2002, will take over the buildings known as Bracebridge 1 and 3 at 11th and King Streets, and 11th and French Streets. The buildings were originally constructed by MBNA.
Opinion: Academic advising at the university is a system in need of change
College is a time to explore. Courses, internships and research opportunities all help students broaden their knowledge and identify their passions. Such exploration, however, can be daunting without guidance. Academic advisors play a crucial role in the academic, social and professional success of students. Yet, at many large universities, such...
Chester County House Fire, 'Possible Explosion' Sends Pair To Hospital: Authorities (PHOTOS)
State police are investigating the cause of an Upper Oxford fire on Sunday morning, May 19. Authorities said it happened on the 1500 block of Limestone Road around 9 a.m. Cochranville Fire Company said they were called about a "dwelling fire with a possible explosion" and arrived to find "heav…
A graduation with twice the weight: Class of 2024 finally crosses the stage
For many university students, receiving their college diploma will be the second time they have walked a stage donned in a cap and gown surrounded by loved ones, but for most of this year’s graduating class, that is not the case. “As far as my high school graduation, it...
'Swatting' threat charges, weird Delaware laws, COVID FliRT variant update
How’s your Sunday so far? It should be nicer out today, with the elusive sun making a rare appearance. Here’s the forecast. The First State Airshow continues today under bluer skies. Here are details. If there’s one thing I always enjoy, it’s hearing more Delaweirdness. Silence in church,...
Delaware veterans memorial will catch up with history through $5 million renovation
The centerpiece of Veterans Memorial Park in New Castle, Delaware will undergo a $5 million renovation to upgrade its infrastructure and add more names of local soldiers who died in conflicts from post-Korea to the present day.
People-watching at the reservoir
I’m convinced that if I stand on my tippy toes at the top of the Newark Reservoir, I’d see the entire world. When I cover one of my eyes and focus my sight through the other, I pinch the houses within the centimeter of space between my thumb and pointer finger. I do this secretly, amused, as if this is a discovery I just made. I’ve tried pinching the trees in the distance, but splotches of different colored leaves blend into one.
DelDOT to host workshop on proposed bicycle and pedestrian improvements in Middletown
MIDDLETOWN — An in-person public workshop regarding proposed bicycle and pedestrian improvements in the Middletown area will be held at the Appoquinimink Public Library on Wednesday. The
Widener University Celebrates 2024 Graduates in Multiple Commencements
PIC New graduates of Widener University capture a special moment in time at Commencement with a group selfie. Widener University Commencements celebrated the achievements of 1,186 Chester-campus graduates in five joyful ceremonies held on Memorial Field this week. . On-campus commencement exercises began Tuesday, May 14, 3 PM with School...
Kennett Memorial Day Parade to highlight diversity of area
Kennett Collaborative announced the upcoming Kennett Square Memorial Day Parade on Monday, May 27, 2024 at 10 am. Thousands of residents and visitors are expected to participate. The addition of a Spanish-speaking announcer and a shuttle bus from Oxford to Kennett Square along with remote parking at Unionville High School aim for a more accessible and inclusive parade for the greater Kennett community.
Error-prone Trojans exit playoffs with opening-round loss
PERRYVILLE — Not enough hits and too many errors. That’s the story in a nutshell for Kent County’s softball team, which was defeated in the opening round of the Class 1A East Region I tournament, 15-2, on May 9 at Perryville. Kate Cannon and Anna Bitter accounted...
State Softball Roundup: Rising Sun advances to state semis, Bo Manor's season comes to an end
NORTH EAST — The Tigers will make their third straight appearance in the 2A State Semifinals after knocking off Hereford in a 12-0 win on Friday. After a scoreless first inning, Rising Sun scored seven in the home half of the second to take a 7-0 lead. Bases-loaded walks started Sun’s seven-run inning. A bases-clearing double by Jordan Lynch drove in three and put Rising Sun up five. A Hereford error, plus an RBI single from Madison Ore, gave Rising Sun its seven-run advantage. ...
Newarkers honor the fallen with Memorial Day parade, ceremony
Newark honored America’s fallen service members Sunday during a two-part Memorial Day event. The day began with a somber ceremony in front of the University of Delaware's Memorial Hall. Then, the annual Memorial Day parade was held on Main Street, with marching units representing military branches, veterans’ organizations, schools and community organizations. The parade has been a Newark tradition for more nearly 90 years.
Breaking Bread invites everyone for free fellowship, food and fun Saturday
NORTH EAST — Members of New Beginnings Christian Fellowship in Elkton will hold its annual Breaking Bread, the community outreach held in memory of the founder, Phil Meekins. Amy Hall, wife of The Rev. Sam Hall, pastor of the church in Northside Plaza on North Bridge Street, said Breaking Bread will be held once again in North East Community Park from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. and everything is free. ...
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