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June 2023 marks a significant month for residents of New Mexico, Delaware, and Colorado, as direct payments, ranging from $99 to $1,000, begin hitting bank accounts. This extraordinary gesture results from budget windfalls in these three states, aiming to provide some relief amidst rising living costs. Here, we delve deeper into each state's initiatives, illustrating how they are bolstering basic necessities and their wider implications.

GEORGETOWN, DE – A 16-year-old female suspect was charged with two counts of third-degree assault and one count of disorderly conduct following a fight at a high school graduation on Wednesday. The Delaware State Police arrested the teen, who was later released to her parent by Justice of the Peace Court 3. Her name was not released due to her age. The Delaware State Police are continuing their investigation into the incident and request anyone with information or anyone else who was injured during the fight to contact Lieutenant M. DiSilvestro at 302-752-3818. Information can also be provided by sending The post Teen charged for fight at Delaware high school graduation appeared first on Shore News Network.

Delaware sits in the Northeastern region of the United States, more specifically the Mid-Atlantic region. The bordering states are Maryland to the South and West Pennsylvania to the North. The Atlantic Ocean and New Jersey are to the east. Part of the state occupies the northeastern part of the Delmarva Peninsula as well as some […]

James Hinson, a 34-year-old man from Wilmington, has been arrested by the Dover Police Department for rape and other charges following an incident at the Days Inn in Dover, Delaware.

The Delaware State Police have arrested 19-year-old Cinque Oliver of Atlantic City, New Jersey for a carjacking that occurred Friday morning in Dover. The second suspect has yet to be found or identified. Officials said on June 2, 2023, at approximately 5:21 a.m., troopers responded to the Walmart located at...

The state is taking steps to curb substance use among Delaware youth in an effort to prevent drug poisoning and overdoses. According to the CDC, overdose deaths in teens 14-18 increased 94% from 2019 to 2020, and 20% from 2020 to 2021. The CDC says this in large part contributed...

Are you ready to spice up your date night? Join us this weekend for the Dover LOVE Scavenger Hunt for Couples Date Night! 🗺️. This interactive scavenger hunt is not your typical one. It comes with love-building challenges that you and your partner will enjoy. 🥰

A Delaware musician has a new lease on life after a kidney transplant. It was an operation that involved a robot and social media. This was a living donor transplant from a connection made on Facebook. It was performed at Penn Medicine with the help of a robot for the first time.

FELTON, Del.- Delaware Animal Services are continuing to look for tips in an alleged cockfighting ring in Felton that was discovered back on May 5. DAS responded to a report of a cockfighting ring in progress in the 3000 block of Sandtown Road. When an animal welfare officer arrived, they found a fight in progress, with about 50 people including children on scene. Several people ran from the area and only a few people could be positively identified, including the property owners, according to DAS.

DNREC announced that trail cameras for recreational use are no longer to be permitted on state wildlife areas, state parks, or state forests. The ban on trail cameras on state lands is effective immediately.

A new historic chapter has been penned in Delaware’s book of animal welfare, as rescue dogs have been proudly named the official state dog! This jubilant announcement marks a significant commitment to animal welfare and protection against abuse, reflecting the state’s ethos of compassion and love for our four-legged companions.

Legislation that would have provided health care coverage for uninsured kids and those who are pregnant regardless of their immigration status is not moving forward in the Delaware General Assembly. State Rep. Krista Griffith’s House Bill 317 last year, but it failed to get a vote on the House floor...

Two bills were filed Friday that would bring revisions to the Delaware Law Enforcement Officers’ Bill of Rights. House Bill 205 and House Bill 206 would revamp how officer disciplinary cases are handled and publicly disclosed, give members of the public a role in setting standards for police officers and increase transparency. According to the press release from the House Democratic Caucus, these measures build on previous police reform efforts, including requiring officers to use body-worn cameras, establishing a statewide use-of-force standard, banning chokeholds, mandating the recording of custodial interrogations, prohibiting the use of deceptive tactics against juveniles, and mandating a minimum age of arrest and prosecution.

WILMINGTON, Delaware – U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers intercepted a shipment of opium poppy pods in Wilmington, Del., on Wednesday that was destined to an address in Dover, Del. Officers inspected the express delivery shipment, which arrived from the United Kingdom and was manifested as “Dried Cones...

The Dover Police Department has issued a Gold Alert for 37-year-old Robert Burns of Milford. Burns suffers from a condition that may pose a risk to his health and safety if not properly monitored and treated. Burns is described as a white man, 6’0″, and 200 pounds with brown hair and brown eyes. Burns was last seen in the area of Bayhealth Kent Campus on 640 South State Street in Dover, DE. At the time, he was wearing all black clothing. If you have any information on Burns’ whereabouts, please call 302-736-7111.

👋 Hey there, friends! Are you looking for some fun and excitement this weekend? Well, look no further than The Little Farm Summer Farm Festival! 🌻🐴🐷🐥. Join us on Sunday, June 4th, at 12:00 pm, at The Little Farm located at 4664 Westville Road, Camden-Wyoming, DE 19934, for a day filled with laughter and adventure! 🌞

MILFORD, Del.- Delaware's Department of Transportation is working on a forward thinking concept plan in preparation for development over the next two decades. Although, some in Milford say it's not needed. As part of DelDOT's Corridor Capacity Preservation Program the department has come up with a concept plan to replace...

Gas prices in Delaware dropped about eight cents a gallon during the past week despite a Memorial Day travel surge, with AAA estimating that more than 37 million Americans drove to their holiday destinations. “Although millions hit the road last weekend, gasoline demand fell,” said Andrew Gross, AAA spokesperson. “Meanwhile,...

Delaware State Police are investigating a fatal motor vehicle collision that occurred late yesterday morning in the Wilmington area. On May 31, 2023, at approximately 10:30 a.m., a 2002 International attenuator truck was traveling southbound on Kennett Pike south of Buck Road in the left lane of travel. At the time, a 2006 Ford F-150 was traveling northbound on Kennett Pike, north of Briars Lane approaching the intersection of Buck Rd. For unknown reasons, the Ford crossed over the median and entered into the left southbound lane of Kennett Pike and had a head-on collision with the International attenuator truck.

The Pete du Pont Freedom Foundation is launching a new initiative this summer focused on improving life at HBCUs. With a $100,000 grant from Bank of America, the HBCU Innovative Solutions Initiative will kick off at Delaware State University’s 13th annual HBCU Philanthropy Symposium. The top ten ideas from...