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Free training upcoming for safer alcohol service ahead of summer

1 week ago | delawarelive.com | Jarek Rutz

DEWEY BEACH – As Delaware’s coastal towns prepare for an influx of summer visitors, local and state agencies are teaming up to promote safe and responsible alcohol service across the hospitality industry. On Monday, June 2, the Delaware Restaurant Association (DRA), in collaboration with several state agencies, will host a free “Responsible Alcohol Service & Safety Training” event at the Lighthouse Cove Events Center in Dewey Beach.
ChristianaCare acquires Crozer outpatient centers in $50.3M deal

1 week ago | delawarelive.com | Jarek Rutz

WILMINGTON — ChristianaCare has announced it will take over operations at five Crozer Health outpatient locations in Delaware County, Pa. following a successful $50.3 million bid in a court-supervised auction. “These facilities will complement the new campuses and neighborhood hospitals we are building in southeastern Pennsylvania—and together they will significantly expand our network of care,” said ChistianaCare’s Chief Strategy and Legal Officer Jennifer Schwartz. READ: Del.
Del. students to reenact historic debate in mock Continental Congress at Legislative Hall

1 week ago | delawarelive.com | Jarek Rutz

On June 6, 50 middle and high school students from across Delaware will step into the roles of 18th-century delegates during a Mock Continental Congress at Legislative Hall in Dover. The event, inspired by the historic Second Continental Congress of 1776, aims to immerse students in the political debates that shaped American independence.
After failing, Indian River tries again with $22.5M referendum June 5

1 week ago | delawarelive.com | Jarek Rutz

Indian River’s second attempt at a successful referendum is scheduled for June 5. The Indian River School District is set to hold a current expense referendum on Thursday, June 5, seeking voter approval for a $22.5 million increase in local funding to offset rising operational costs and preserve educational services. Its first crack at a referendum failed in late March after 53% of voters rejected a proposal that would result in a nearly $300 annual hike to local taxes for the average homeowner.
Milford Museum to host event on Nanticoke Tribe’s enduring legacy

1 week ago | delawarelive.com | Jarek Rutz

MILFORD — The Milford Museum’s American History Series continues next month with a special presentation highlighting the heritage and resilience of the Nanticoke Indian Tribe. Titled “The Nanticoke’s Lasting Legacy: Yesterday, Today & Tomorrow,” the program will be presented by Dr. Bonnie G. Hall on Saturday, June 14 at 1 p.m. at the Milford Public Library.
Delaware warns investors about risks of financial data aggregators

1 week ago | delawarelive.com | Jarek Rutz

The Delaware Department of Justice’s Investor Protection Unit is urging investors to proceed with caution when using financial data aggregators and third-party financial platforms. Officials warn that while these tools can offer convenience and a comprehensive view of one’s finances, they also pose significant privacy and security risks.
New Delaware license plate supports animal welfare efforts

2 weeks ago | delawarelive.com | Jarek Rutz

Delaware drivers can now support animal welfare while on the road, thanks to a newly released specialty license plate unveiled by the state’s Office of Animal Welfare (OAW). The Animal Welfare License Plate, now available through the Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV), is designed to raise funds for initiatives that promote the health and safety of companion animals throughout the state.
Delaware hunters set records for deer and turkey harvests

2 weeks ago | delawarelive.com | Jarek Rutz

This year’s deer and turkey hunting season yielded record harvests.(Photo by MELISSA STEELE)Delaware hunters achieved a historic milestone during the 2024-25 hunting season, setting new state records for both wild turkey and white-tailed deer harvests, the Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC) announced Tuesday.
Sussex County unveils $285.1M budget proposal for FY2026, cuts property tax rate

2 weeks ago | delawarelive.com | Jarek Rutz

Sussex County officials on Tuesday introduced a proposed $285.1 million budget for Fiscal Year 2026, a plan that increases overall spending while significantly lowering the property tax rate, the first such adjustment in more than three decades. Driven largely by capital investments in wastewater infrastructure and supported by increased assessed property values, the proposed budget reflects a 7.3% increase ‚ÄĒ or nearly $20 million ‚ÄĒ over the current year‚Äôs spending.
UD Hillel Launches $12 Million Campaign for New Jewish Student Center

2 weeks ago | delawarelive.com | Jarek Rutz

Hillel at the University of Delaware has launched a $12 million capital campaign to build a new, state-of-the-art Jewish student center, unveiling the ambitious project at a campus event on Sunday that drew students, alumni, university leaders, and community members. The “Building the Jewish Future” campaign aims to fund a modern facility that will serve as the cornerstone of Jewish life on campus.