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On Veterans Day, Delawareans honor and recognize those who have and are still serving in the U.S. Armed Forces

Delawareans honor veterans at the annual Veterans Day ceremony at the War Memorial Plaza in the shadows of the Delaware Memorial Bridge. The ceremony at Delaware Memorial Park in New Castle recognized, honored and celebrated those in the community who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces. The keynote speaker...

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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 · 1d

Delaware Online | The News Journal

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Tornado and hail storm, school fire cause, Biden at UD

TGIF, Delaware. Well, that was some wild weather yesterday … ☁️ Tornado confirmed in New Castle County after storm rips through state . So what’s next after thunder, a tornado and hail? Break out that puffy coat: Expect cloudy with some showers and a high of … wait for it … 46 degrees. Fluorescent lighting failure caused elementary school fire in Milford The Oct. 25 fire at Lulu M. Ross Elementary School in Milford was caused by the failure of fluorescent lighting inside a display case, the state fire marshal's office announced Nov. 12. The fire has been ruled accidental, Assistant State Fire Marshal Scott Bullock said. The fire happened on a Saturday, with the alarm going off around 4:15 a.m. It occurred in the school's Kent wing, damaging the lobby, library, front office and classrooms in the Kent and New Castle hallways, district officials said. Learn more here Do you remember Cloud 9? The 234 Rehoboth Ave. building that housed Cloud 9 restaurant and bar in the late 1990s and early 2000s has been demolished. What did you love about Cloud 9? Do you have special memories? Funny anecdotes? Photos? We'd love to hear/see them. Email smcnaught@gannett.com. Thanksgiving is

Delaware · 2d

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Taylor: Time for fresh ideas in Delaware

Dr. Michelle A. Taylor's Opinion was spot-on ("Can we keep doing business as usual?").

Delaware · 4d

Spotlight Delaware

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A decade later, a revitalized Delaware mental health system begins to falter

A decade after Delaware reimagined its mental healthcare ecosystem by developing robust services meant to keep people out of a never-ending cycle of hospitalization, some of those services are starting to falter. The post A decade later, a revitalized Delaware mental health system begins to falter appeared first on Spotlight Delaware .

Delaware · 4d

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Sussex works on plan to consider stalled subdivision applications

Sussex County officials are drafting a process to review major subdivision applications delayed since July, when the state enacted new laws that changed the approval process for such projects. “Back in the summer when the bill became law, and we knew that we were not in compliance with the current...

Sussex County, DE · 2d

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DelDOT invites Delaware students to enter sixth annual Name That Plow Contest

DOVER, Del. - Delaware elementary school students have a chance to put their creativity on the road this winter through the Delaware Department of Transportation’s sixth annual Name That Plow Contest. The contest is open to students in kindergarten through fifth grade across the state. Entries will be accepted...

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Wilmington announces recipients of more than $8 million for affordable housing development

Wilmington Mayor John Carney announced the recipients of $8.4 million in one-time city funds to support development of new rentals and homes on Thursday. Developers set to receive the grant money are required to sell or rent units built to people making 80% or less of the area median income. At 80% for a one-person household, that’s about an $68 thousand salary by 2026 HUD standards.

Wilmington, DE · 2d

Cape Gazette

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Coalition speaker to focus on affordable housing needs

The Sussex Preservation Coalition will meet from 7 to 8:30 p.m., Wednesday, Nov. 18, at Lewes Public Library, 111 Adams Ave., Lewes. The Zoom ID is available at sussexpreservationcoalition.org/spc-monthly-meetings. Guest speaker Doreen Rushton will present, “Affordable Housing in Sussex: A Workforce Perspective.” She will discuss the growing need for affordable...

Lewes, DE · 2d

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State Treasurer-elect Ted Lauzen starts his transition

State Treasurer-elect Ted Lauzen is already moving forward with his transition. Lauzen has selected Laura Wisniewski – who has worked in the General Assembly, the Office of the Lieutenant Governor and Delaware Democratic Party – as the next Deputy State Treasurer. Lauzen says he picked her for a...

Delaware · 2d

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Right Lane Closed in Both Directions on Summit Bridge in New Castle County

Drivers traveling on DE-896 in New Castle County should expect delays on Summit Bridge, where road work has prompted a right lane closure in both directions. According to the Delaware Department of Transportation, the closure is active as of 6:58 AM on November 14, 2026, and is expected to remain in effect until 4:00 PM.

New Castle County, DE · 1d

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Cape Henlopen School District proposes referendum amid funding concerns

LEWES, Del. - The Cape Henlopen School District is outlining the need for a new referendum as it faces rising costs and the possibility of losing more than $850,000 under Delaware's new hybrid funding model. The proposed referendum would be the district's first attempt to secure additional funding since voters...

Lewes, DE · 2d

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 · 3d

Town Square LIVE News

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Turkey Trots and Holiday Races to Get You Moving

Delaware’s November Race Lineup Combines Holiday Fun and Community Giving DELAWARE – Before the Thanksgiving table is set, runners and walkers across Delaware will gather at starting lines for another seasonal tradition: turkey trots, charity races, and holiday outings with family and friends. The upcoming calendar includes 5Ks, 10Ks, and shorter walks, with several events supporting scholarships, youth recreation, and ... Read More

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Delaware LIVE News

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Delaware home-care providers seek $26.6 million in rate increases

Providers and families say higher payments would help retain nurses and aides who support people receiving care at home DOVER, Del. — Delaware home-care providers are asking the state to increase reimbursement rates in the next budget, saying higher payments would help keep nurses and aides with the families who depend on them. The Delaware Association for Home and Community ... Read More

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Lewes Lantern Festival sees big interest in its first year

Lewes’s Public Art Committee says its Winter Solstice Lantern Festival is shaping up to be a big success in the event’s first year. Members of the committee discussed and approved the event at a meeting in August. The committee will host four paper lantern-making workshops on December 19 and 20, followed by an evening parade on Monday, December 21. The parade is free and open to the public, while the workshops have a $10 fee.

Lewes, DE · 1d

Spotlight Delaware

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Weekend Spotlight: Studio tours, cultural festival, lawyers onstage

Weekend Spotlight is a round-up of the five best events to check out in Delaware over the coming weekend. This edition covers Nov. 13-15, 2026. The post Weekend Spotlight: Studio tours, cultural festival, lawyers onstage appeared first on Spotlight Delaware .

Delaware · 3d

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Seaford may delay adoption of county tax assessments

Officials in Seaford want to move ahead with using Sussex County’s property valuations for the city’s property tax bills, but they are not sure the legislature will act in time to make it happen next year. In order to use county data, Seaford needs to change its charter,...

Seaford, DE · 2d

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Right Lane Closed on US-113 Southbound Near Georgetown in Sussex County

Drivers heading southbound on DuPont Boulevard (US-113) near Georgetown in Sussex County are facing a lane restriction due to construction activity. According to DelDOT, the right lane is closed between Highland Avenue and Bridgeville Road (SR-404). The incident was listed as active as of 7:02 p.m. on November 12, 2026.

Sussex County, DE · 2d

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Lewes Weighs Nearly 90-Foot AT&T Tower Beside the Ferry

AT&T wants a cell tower on city-owned land at 43 Cape Henlopen Drive, beside the Cape May-Lewes Ferry terminal, and it is selling the project as coverage for people crossing Delaware Bay rather than as a neighborhood amenity. The Planning Commission recommended approval on Oct. 21. WHYY reported the recommendation...

Lewes, DE · 1d