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Newark Post Online

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The doctor is in: Newark architect lends a listening ear at farmers market

It’s a warm Sunday morning at the Newark Natural Foods farmers market, and nestled between a produce stall and a bakery stand in the parking lot of Newark Shopping Center, Willard Hurd is talking a young man through his girlfriend troubles. The sign above him reads “ARCHITECTURAL HELP, 25¢,” but it turns out people don’t always fully read the sign. Surprisingly, the college-aged man unloading his troubles isn’t an unusual case for Hurd. Since he set up his booth nearly 17 years ago, Hurd has spent most of his Sundays answering questions about solar panels and home additions, but Hurd said every once in a while someone, seeing open seats and a smiling face behind them, will come to him with more personal problems. Playing psychiatrist has just become an occasional part of the job. “I’ve had a dozen or so people who just needed someone to talk to, and I was there, so they sit down,” Hurd said. “I’ve got nothing else going on, not a line of people, so let’s do this.” Hurd, 59, an architect and chair of the Newark Planning Commission, said he started his booth at the farmer’s market in 2009. He had just been

Newark, DE · 2d

VISTA.Today

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Bakeries, Farm Markets to Buy Pumpkin Pie in Chester County for Thanksgiving

Turkey may get top billing, but for many families, Thanksgiving isn’t complete until the pumpkin pie comes out. This year, instead of grabbing one off the grocery store shelf, consider Chester County’s bakeries and farm markets, where pies are made from scratch. Here are nine local spots to...

Chester County, PA · 2d

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Indian River Field Hockey Falls to Tower Hill

FREDERICA, Del. – The DIAA Division 2 State Semifinals Indian River vs. the number 1 seed Tower Hill. Indian River defeated Archmere in double OT to get to the state semifinal. Coming in, Tower Hill was very dominant. Going 16-1 on the season. They only lost to Cape Henlopen,...

Wilmington, DE · 2d

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Two Right Lanes Closed on DE-1 Northbound Near New Castle

Drivers heading northbound on DE-1 near New Castle are facing lane restrictions due to an active construction incident, according to the Delaware Department of Transportation. Two right lanes are currently closed between the Roth Bridge and Wrangle Hill Road, also known as DE-72, in New Castle County. DelDOT confirmed the incident was still open as of 6:36 PM on November 11, 2026.

New Castle, DE · 2d

MONTCO.Today

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House Calls, Word of Mouth are Chester County’s Measles Vaccine Strategy for Amish

In Chester County’s Amish communities, a single vaccination visit often leads to the next one. Dale Weiser, clinical services supervisor for the Chester County Health Department, has been bringing the measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) vaccine directly to Amish homes since August, reports Maria Godoy for NPR. She has...

Chester County, PA · 20h

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West Chester Lists Its 2026 Holiday Trains

The West Chester Railroad has two holiday trains on its events list for 2026. The Christmas Tree Train is a two-hour morning trip to cut a tree. Santa’s Express is a separate 75-minute ride, and Santa is on that train only. Neither event page prints a day-by-day calendar. The events index does not either. Book the day on the railroad site.

West Chester, PA · 1d

MONTCO.Today

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After Near-Fatal Accident, Chester County Artist Shares Hope One Free Painting at a Time

Somewhere in Chester County, a neighbor may be holding a small piece of David Gerbstadt’s story without realizing it, reports Todd Haas for 6abc. For more than 30 years, the Berwyn artist has been leaving original artwork in public places for anyone to find and take home. The pieces...

Chester County, PA · 1d

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Calamese Lifts Lincoln Past Cheyney in Battle of the Firsts

WILMINGTON, Del. — Bryson Calamese (Little Rock, AR) scored a team-high 17 points and hit the go-ahead layup with 1:49 remaining as Lincoln University (Pa.) defeated Cheyney University, 76–74, on Wednesday, Nov. 11, at Chase Fieldhouse. Five Lions scored in double figures as Lincoln earned its first win of the season in the Battle of the Firsts.

Lincoln University, PA · 1d

Spotlight Delaware

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$56M Kingswood Community Center opens as part of larger Riverside revitalization

The Kingswood Community Center in Wilmington is completing its 80th anniversary year with a newly constructed $56 million facility. The post $56M Kingswood Community Center opens as part of larger Riverside revitalization appeared first on Spotlight Delaware .

Wilmington, DE · 1d

Idyllic Pursuit

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Winterthur’s Mansion Has 175 Rooms. Here’s What Its Yuletide Tour Actually Lets You See

You will not see all 175 rooms. Nobody does. But the Yuletide at Winterthur tour takes you through a curated...

Wilmington, DE · 10h

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Women’s Basketball Faces East Stroudsburg and Shepherd at Bowie State Tip-Off Classic

BOWIE, Md. — The Lincoln University (Pa.) women's basketball team heads to the Bowie State Tip-Off Classic for two games against Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference opponents this weekend. The Lions face East Stroudsburg at 4 p.m. Friday, Nov. 13, and Shepherd at noon Saturday, Nov. 14, at A.C. Jordan...

Bowie, MD · 1d

Delaware LIVE News

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Your Delaware Weekend: Holiday Trains, Festival of Trees, Live Theater and Ways to Give Back

From holiday traditions and family entertainment to community fundraisers, concerts, writing day and charity walks, here’s what’s happening across Delaware and nearby communities Nov. 14–15 Editor’s Note: Delaware LIVE covered each of these stories over the past several weeks. Click through and read more about each of these events as Delaware LIVE continues to expand editorial coverage of the best ... Read More

Delaware · 10h

KYW News Radio

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Tornado touches down in Delaware as severe storms bring heavy hail to Philly region

A tornado touched down in Delaware Thursday afternoon amid a round a severe storms that also dumped hail on parts of South Jersey, Philadelphia and its suburbs.

New Castle, DE · 1d

Franklin County Free Press

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Pennsylvania Unveils First Strategic Plan for Agriculture

Governor Josh Shapiro, Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding, and Community and Economic Development Secretary Rick Siger unveiled Pennsylvania’s first-ever, 10-year Strategic Plan for Agriculture last month on a Chester County dairy farm. The plan outlines a strategy to continue the momentum the Shapiro Administration has established over the past four years, supporting farmers and investing the food system to ensure that the industry feeds and fuels Pennsylvania remains profitable and globally competitive.

Pennsylvania · 14h

Spotlight Delaware

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Spotlight Delaware’s Our Delaware Cultural Fair to Bring Community & Camaraderie to Wilmington

Spotlight Delaware is proud to host its second annual Our Delaware Cultural Festival this Sunday, November 15, at Arsht Hall in Wilmington, celebrating the diverse communities that make up the First State. The festival returns with an expanded slate of performances and representation from 13 heritage and affinity groups, as well as award-winning food trucks […] The post Spotlight Delaware’s Our Delaware Cultural Fair to Bring Community & Camaraderie to Wilmington appeared first on Spotlight Delaware .

Wilmington, DE · 2d

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James Madison Men’s Basketball wins at Delaware, 71-61

NEWARK, Del. (JMU Athletics) – James Madison men’s basketball secured a 71-61 road victory over Delaware Wednesday night, marking the Dukes first win of the season. Following a cold start by both teams, JMU (1-2, 0-0 SBC) had to settle in before building a nine-point lead in the opening half over the Fightin’ Blue Hens (1-2, 0-0 CUSA). With Adrian Myers and Brandon Lee pushing the offensive pace, James Madison’s lead ballooned to 49-34 in the second, but the Dukes weren’t out of the woods yet. With JMU going on a late cold spell, the Fightin’ Blue Hens battled their way back to make it a few possession game; however, James Madison held on to win 71-61, capping the night off with a 6-0 run.

Harrisonburg, VA · 2d

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UD Softball Signs Four for Class of 2031 on National Signing Day

The University of Delaware softball program announced the signing of four student-athletes Wednesday as part of National Signing Day. All four will join the Blue Hens as members of the Class of 2031. “We’re excited to welcome the Class of 2031,” head coach Jen Steele said. “They have the ability...

Newark, DE · 2d

Town Square LIVE News

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Brandywine’s holiday trains return Saturday, continuing a tradition that began in 1972

The Chadds Ford museum’s holiday display opens Nov. 14 with 2,000 feet of track, seasonal art and family programs. CHADDS FORD, Pa. — The trains are getting ready to roll again at the Brandywine Museum of Art, where a holiday tradition dating to 1972 returns Saturday, Nov. 14. The Brandywine Railroad will remain on view through Jan. 10, 2027, anchoring ... Read More

Chadds Ford, PA · 2d

Delaware LIVE News

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Three in a Row: Tower Hill and St. Mark’s meet in DIAA Girls Volleyball State Championship for third straight season

The Tower Hill Hillers defeated the Archmere Auks and the St. Mark’s Spartans defeated the Middletown Cavaliers in the semifinals for a chance to compete for the 2026 DIAA Girls Volleyball State Championship title on November 16. NEWARK, Del. — The 2026 DIAA Volleyball Championship matchup is set. The Tower Hill Hillers will take on the St. Mark’s Spartans ... Read More

Wilmington, DE · 15h

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Lane Closures on Kennett Pike at Presidential Dr near Wilmington

Motorists in New Castle County near Wilmington should plan for delays on Kennett Pike (DE-52) at its intersection with Presidential Drive, where road work is causing intermittent lane closures. DelDOT confirmed the situation is active as of 7:54 AM on November 11, 2026, with crews working in the area. Drivers...

Wilmington, DE · 2d