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5 Old-Fashioned General Stores in Delaware That Preserve Small-Town History

Delaware keeps enough working farmland between its county seats and its resort coast that old-fashioned general … 5 Old-Fashioned General Stores in Delaware That Preserve Small-Town History Read more

Delaware · 6d

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Maryland Has An Old-School Drive-In Where Movies Glow On The Biggest Screen In America

Kids in pajamas, a double feature of brand-new movies, and a screen so big it has built a national reputation. That’s a normal summer night at one Maryland drive-in. The gates first opened in 1956. The place recently celebrated 70 years with fireworks lighting up the sky over the lot.

Middle River, MD · 5d

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Controversy grows after Wilmington mayor sends historic statue to Ohio

An 18-foot-tall statue of former President James Garfield that called Wilmington, Del., home for 131 years is now in Ohio, and some residents are questioning whether the city followed the proper process before giving it away. Wilmington Mayor John Carney sent the statue to Hiram, Ohio, where Garfield once lived...

Wilmington, DE · 9h

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Celebrate the Holiday Season at Historic Odessa's Twinklefest

On Saturday, November 21, 2026, the Historic Odessa Foundation welcomes families and friends for its second annual Twinklefest, a festive afternoon filled with holiday traditions, seasonal entertainment, Christmas shopping and activities for all ages. From visits with Santa and Mrs. Claus to horse-drawn-era charm, historic house tours and the lighting of Odessa's beautifully preserved buildings at dusk, this one-day celebration is the perfect way to kick off the holiday season in Greater Wilmington & the Brandywine Valley. And the best part? One ticket includes nearly all the festive fun!

Wilmington, DE · 3d

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Movie theater returns to Dover, bringing big-screen experience back to the capital city

After more than two years without a movie theater, Dover residents once again have a place to catch a movie close to home. Dover Movies 14 officially opened its doors Friday at Dover Mall, marking the return of the big-screen experience to Delaware's capital city and giving moviegoers a new reason to visit the shopping center.

Dover, DE · 4d

Spotlight Delaware

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After 150 rejections, Delaware author publishes debut novel by winning national contest

The main character — a woman who has followed the lead of her controlling husband her entire marriage — was inspired by many women author Chital Mehta has met. Mehta was intrigued by the familial friction that might emerge from such a woman stepping out of the roles she’s played her entire life. The post After 150 rejections, Delaware author publishes debut novel by winning national contest appeared first on Spotlight Delaware .

Wilmington, DE · 1d

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Veterans Day events planned across Delmarva

DELMARVA -- Communities across Delmarva will mark Veterans Day on Wednesday, Nov. 11, with ceremonies, breakfasts and other events honoring those who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces. Here's a look at some of the events planned across the region:. Maryland. Wicomico County Veterans Memorial Ceremony. When: 11 a.m....

Delmarva Peninsula, DE · 10h

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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

Town Square LIVE News

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Holiday Magic Lights Up Wilmington’s Riverfront

Holiday Magic at Riverbright Opens Nov. 27 With Two Miles of Lights More than 300,000 holiday lights will illuminate Wilmington’s Christina Riverwalk when Holiday Magic at Riverbright Wilmington opens Friday, Nov. 27. The two-mile display will shine nightly through Sunday, Jan. 3, 2027, with drone light shows, live music, and family activities planned throughout the season. Opening night falls the ... Read More

Wilmington, DE · 1d

Town Square LIVE News

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Wilmington’s Bri Adé to Make DJ Debut at Your Shot USA Showcase

Wilmington Entrepreneur Bri Adé to Make DJ Debut at Your Shot USA Showcase in Brooklyn WILMINGTON, Del. — Bridgette Adekoya was the friend people handed the aux cord to at get-togethers. This November, the Wilmington entrepreneur and single mother will take that ear for music to a Brooklyn stage, where she is scheduled to perform her first official DJ set ... Read More

Wilmington, DE · 18h

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Capital Ringers holiday shows kick off Nov. 28

Capital Ringers, Delmarva’s community handbell ensemble, will present Kaleidoscope: Holiday Classics with a Twist at venues throughout the Cape Region and beyond. Besides the largest collection of handbells and handchimes on Delmarva, Kaleidoscope will feature percussion, synthesizer and video interpretations of the selections. Local performances will be: 4 p.m.,...

Lewes, DE · 3d

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Potential nor'easter to bring rain, wind, and even some snow to region

Philadelphia, PA · 11h

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Veterans Day 2026: Events, freebies and military discounts around Philly

Veterans Day (Nov. 11) is right around the corner, and Philadelphia and its surrounding communities are gearing up to honor those who have served. The Old City museum will mark the holiday with a full schedule of activities honoring both Revolutionary War soldiers and today's veterans. First, active-duty military members, veterans and Blue Star Families can enjoy free museum admission to the MoAR from Nov. 8 to 11, courtesy of Comcast NBCUniversal.

Philadelphia, PA · 2d

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Why so many historic Philadelphia street lamps are shaped like the letter 'P'

Hundreds of historic lampposts in neighborhoods like Society Hill and Old City curve into an arch resembling a capital "P," carrying fixtures known as "Franklin lights." The design traces back to the 1750s, when Benjamin Franklin set out to improve fragile, soot-covered round glass globes imported from London. Franklin’s four-pane...

Philadelphia, PA · 3d

Axios Philadelphia

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Who is the Big Cheese hiding in Manayunk's rafters

I've been reporting for nearly two decades, counting my college newspaper days. That means I'm getting old, and I've been at this long enough that I no longer find stories; they find me. The big picture: In that spirit, let me tell you a story: I attended my friend, rapper Frost Gio 's open-mic show at The Grape in Manayunk over the weekend. While there, I gazed up at the bar rafters and saw a yellow plushie gazing back at me. At first, I thought it was a guitar pick playing the guitar. Very meta. Then I thought, no, wait, it's Split, the Savannah Bananas mascot. Zoom in: Stumped, my reporter instincts kicked in. So I asked the bartender. He told me the stuffie was the calling card of CheeseParade. I'd find them scattered throughout the bar. What they're saying: "Am I supposed to know who that is?" I asked as he popped open another nonalcoholic seltzer for me. He chuckled, quickly realized I was a newb to the bar and launched into the backstory. Catch up quick: CheeseParade is a Philly-born sketch comedy group that's built a massive online following. I found tidbits and scraps about its founder on

Philadelphia, PA · 18h

Combat Rated

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USS New Jersey, commissioned in 1943 and decommissioned for the last time in February 1991, is the most decorated battleship in American history, its museum says

Across the Delaware River from Philadelphia, the city whose navy yard built her, the battleship New Jersey now sits as a museum in Camden. Her service record spans four commissions, from World War II to the Persian Gulf, and the museum that keeps her makes a strong claim for it: no American battleship earned more […]

Philadelphia, PA · 9h

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Sophie Cunningham And Fever Stars Send Support After Caitlin Clark’s Boyfriend Reveals Brother’s Cancer Diagnosis

Jack McCaffery’s cancer diagnosis triggered an outpouring of support from Caitlin Clark, the Fever, and beyond.

Philadelphia, PA · 1d

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The Charming Pennsylvania Bookstore Where Bookworms Can Bag A Reading Haul For Under $20

There are very few places in this world where spending under twenty dollars feels like an absolute victory, and The Book Trader in Philadelphia is proudly one of them. If you’ve never heard of this place, consider yourself about to have a very good day. Let’s start with the...

Philadelphia, PA · 3d