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Red Clay's Jaclyn Durant Is Delaware's 2025 Behavioral Health Professional Of The Year

2 weeks ago | townsquaredelaware.com | Jarek Rutz

Jaclyn Durant, a school social worker at Richey Elementary in the Red Clay Consolidated School District, has been named Delaware’s 2025 Behavioral Health Professional of the Year. “I approach my work through a trauma-informed, relationship-based lens, integrating nervous system regulation strategies into the supports I provide,” Durant said.
Groundbreaking Held For $26.6M George Read Village Redevelopment In Newark

2 weeks ago | townsquaredelaware.com | Jarek Rutz

A major affordable housing redevelopment is underway in Newark as officials broke ground last week on the George Read Village project, a $26.6 million initiative that will bring 72 affordable housing units to the city, including 18 new homes. ‚ÄúIt is my hope that this is just the beginning of a new era of commitment to this great need.
Newark Charter's Katie Miro Is The 2025 Delaware Charter School Teacher Of The Year

3 weeks ago | townsquaredelaware.com | Jarek Rutz

Katie Miro, a first-grade teacher at Newark Charter School, has been named the 2025 Delaware Charter School Teacher of the Year, the Delaware Charter Schools Network (DCSN) announced at its annual IDEA Awards. “Being recognized as Delaware Charter Networkâs Teacher of the Year is an incredible honor that affirms the dedication and love I pour into my work each day,” Miro said.
Former Red Clay Principal Indicted On Child Rape And Abuse Charges

3 weeks ago | townsquaredelaware.com | Jarek Rutz

A former middle school principal in Delaware has been indicted on multiple felony charges, including rape and child sexual abuse, following allegations she assaulted a minor over several years while holding a position of authority. Tasha Purnell, who was known professionally as Tasha Oliver during her time as principal at Alexis I. du Pont Middle SchoolÂ in Wilmington, was indicted in August on 19 felony counts.
Wilmington Man Charged After Violent Attack On Lucy's Pizza Shop Employee

3 weeks ago | townsquaredelaware.com | Jarek Rutz

A Wilmington man is facing multiple charges after allegedly assaulting an employee during a disturbance at a North Market Street restaurant last Wednesday morning, according to Delaware State Police. Troopers responded to Lucy’s Restaurant at 3840 North Market Street around 9:37 a.m. on May 7 after receiving a report of a disorderly customer. Police say 30-year-old Auston Pratt had entered the pizza shop and began arguing with employees and customers.
Michele Linder Named Executive Director Of Catholic Cemeteries In Diocese Of Wilmington

1 month ago | townsquaredelaware.com | Jarek Rutz

WILMINGTON ‚ÄĒThe Diocese of Wilmington has appointed Michele L. Linder as the new Executive Director of Catholic Cemeteries, Inc., entrusting her with the leadership of burial operations at three major diocesan cemeteries across Delaware. Linder, a Wilmington resident, will oversee Cathedral Cemetery on Lancaster Avenue in Wilmington, All Saints Cemetery on Kirkwood Highway between Wilmington and Newark, and Gate of Heaven Cemetery on Vines Creek Road in Dagsboro.
Delaware Opens Round Of Grants To Strengthen Local Food Systems

1 month ago | townsquaredelaware.com | Jarek Rutz

The Delaware Division of Small Business (DSB) and the Delaware Council on Farm & Food Policy have opened the application window for the fourth round of the First State Food System Program, also known as the Delaware Grocery Initiative. The program, which launched its latest cycle on May 5, 2025, aims to expand access to healthy and culturally diverse foods in areas of the state that are considered food deserts or are at risk of becoming so.
Delaware Artist Shefon N. Taylor Explores Memory And Identity In New Collage Exhibit

1 month ago | townsquaredelaware.com | Jarek Rutz

The Mezzanine Gallery in Wilmington has unveiled a powerful new exhibition by Delaware artist Shefon N. Taylor, whose mixed-media collages delve into the complex terrain of memory, beauty, and cultural identity. Titled “The Fragment Holds More Than the Whole,” the solo show runs through May 30 and opened with a public reception on May 2.
First State Military Academy To Celebrate 10 Years With Community Day Event

1 month ago | townsquaredelaware.com | Jarek Rutz

First State Military Academy (FSMA) is celebrating a milestone this spring, marking 10 years since it first opened its doors in 2015. The public charter high school, known for blending rigorous academics with a military-style structure, will host a community fair on Saturday, May 17 to commemorate the occasion.
Arrest Made, More Info Released In U-Haul Driver Hitting Pedestrians In Newark Case

1 month ago | townsquaredelaware.com | Jarek Rutz

A 24-year-old University of Delaware graduate student was killed and another seriously injured after a stolen U-Haul van driven by a man crashed on East Main Street Tuesday afternoon. Police announced Wednesday afternoon that Gordon Turner, 22, of New Castle, was arrested following the incident, which began shortly before 4:30 p.m. on April 29. Officers had been searching for a U-Haul van reported as an unauthorized vehicle that was due back in March.