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Today in Delaware County history, Aug. 16
Delaware County Daily Times - Pennsylvania
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August 16, 2025
100 Years Ago, 1925: Word has been received from Atlantic City that Vincent Caruso, Chester’s boy musical prodigy, made such a hit on the Steel Pier last week that Professor O. Vasselia, leader of the famous band there, engaged the local youngster...
Dover man leads Delaware's crew battling wildfires in Western states
The News Journal - Delaware
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Sam Topper of Dover is the wildland fire supervisor for the Delaware Forest Service, leading crews that help battle wildfires in other states. When assisting at wildfires, the crews may work 16 hours a day in brutal conditions. The crews include...
From Delaware to D.C., Mike Castle over the years
The News Journal - Delaware
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Pat Crowe, Delaware News JournalIn a seat-belt promotion campaign, Lt. Gov. Michael N. Castle rides "The Convincer," which simulates a car crash at 10 miles per hour, at Buena Vista on July 31, 1981.Ronald Cortes, Delaware News JournalLt. Gov....
Delaware Municipal Electric Corporation looks to address state’s ongoing energy problem
Laurel Star - Delaware
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August 14, 2025
In order to address the ongoing energy problem, DEMEC (Delaware Municipal Electric Corporation), DEC (Delaware Electric Co-op), and Delmarva Power have been working to expand their infrastructure and look towards the future of power generation to...
Can You Burn Leaves In Your Delaware Yard? Here's What To Know
AOL
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Person raking up autumn leaves in yard - maxbelchenko/ShutterstockHaving trees around your Delaware home can offer a lot of benefits, but you'll inevitably have to clean up leaves from time to time. The question then becomes what to do with all...
Delaware Department of Labor launches virtual series on youth employment
Delaware Public Media - Delaware
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August 13, 2025
Delaware’s Department of Labor launches a virtual information series to help employers better understand the benefits - and the rules - of employing young people. The series of virtual meetings is an outgrowth of Governor Matt Meyer's first...
Former Delaware Gov. Michael Castle dies at 86
United Press International (UPI)
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Aug. 15 (UPI) -- Former congressman and Gov. Michael N. Castle, R-Del., has died at the age of 86, the politician's family confirmed in a post online. The moderate Republican served two terms as governor between 1985 and 1992 before being elected...
In a 3-peat, WHYY News wins national Edward R. Murrow Award for its Climate Fixers series
WHYY FM - Pennsylvania
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August 15, 2025
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us know! WHYY News’ Climate Fixers series won a national Edward R. Murrow Award in the Digital category. The station competes in the large...
Repeal the EPA's Carbon Pollution Standards
Mackinac Center for Public Policy
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August 15, 2025
My name is Jason Hayes. I am the Director of Energy and Environmental Policy at the Mackinac Center for Public Policy. The Mackinac Center, based in Midland, Michigan, is a nonprofit research and educational institute that advances the principles...
New building coming to Delaware Christian
Delaware Gazette - Ohio
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August 15, 2025
A rendering of the proposed addition to the Delaware Christian School campus. Courtesy | Delaware Christian School Delaware Christian School is set to add to its campus after receiving approval from the Delaware Planning Commission for a...
Suit Up! Blue Hen Comic Con Brings Stars, Stunts, and Superfans to Delaware
WDEL - Delaware
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Harrington, Delaware will be packed with pop culture fans this Saturday and Sunday for the Blue Hen Comic Con. Open from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. each day, the event gives visitors the chance to meet their favorite stars and collect autographs. Special...
Wildlife rehabilitators set baby squirrel care training Aug. 26
Cape Gazette - Delaware
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The Delaware Council of Wildlife Rehabilitators and Educators will present a training session on caring for baby squirrels from 6 to 8 p.m., Tuesday, Aug. 26, at the Delaware Department of Education, John Collette Building, 35 Commerce Way, Dover....
Hurricane Erin: East Coast impact forecast
The Economic Times
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August 19, 2025
Officials in New Jersey and Delaware closed popular beaches on Monday, disrupting peak summer tourist season, as Hurricane Erin generated life-threatening rip currents along the US East Coast. The National Weather Service warned of a high risk of...
These Jersey Shore beaches are closed to swimming due to Hurricane Erin
Asbury Park Press - New Jersey
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Seaside Heights officials, while issuing a red flag warning, said surf heights are expected to reach 6 to 9 foot waves on Wednesday and 8 to 13 feet on Thursday. Large waves, rip tides and rough surf are prompting mayors and beach officials around...
Former Delaware Gov. Mike Castle dead at 86
New York Post
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August 14, 2025
Former Delaware Gov. Mike Castle, a Republican moderate who championed creating the popular 50 State Quarters Program of commemorative coins while he served in Congress, has died. He was 86. The Delaware Republican Party announced that Castle died...
Climate group scrubs judges' names from website after unearthed chats unmasked cozy ties
Fox News
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August 12, 2025
The protester was seen spray-painting "USA" over a a presidential insignia on Wednesday. (Credit: FNTV) NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! An environmental advocacy group accused of trying to manipulate judges has removed and anonymized...
Our prettiest pollinators
Daily State News - Delaware
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By Debbie Nicol, Kent County Master Gardener Don’t we all love to see those colorful butterflies flitting about in the summer garden? Butterflies are not only beautiful to watch, but like bees, they are valuable pollinators that deserve to be...
Former Delaware Governor Mike Castle dies at 86
FOX 29 Philadelphia - Pennsylvania
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WASHINGTON, DC - April 23: Rep. Michael N. Castle, R-Del., during the House Financial Services markup of mortgage and housing bills, including the Neighborhood Stabilization Act of 2008, and the FHA Housing Stabilization and Homeownership...
PD-1 Inhibitor Drugs Market To Reach USD 201.5 Bn By 2035, Expanding At 15.5% CAGR TMR Analysis
MENAFN
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August 19, 2025
(MENAFN- EIN Presswire) PD-1 Inhibitor Drug PD-1 Inhibitor Drugs Market poised for robust growth, driven by rising cancer therapies and expanding immuno-oncology applications WILMINGTON, DE, UNITED STATES, August 20, 2025 /EINPresswire / -- The...
Mike Castle, Delaware's last Republican governor and congressman, dead at 86
Fox News
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August 15, 2025
Fox News Flash top headlines are here. Check out what's clicking on Foxnews.com. NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Former Delaware Gov. Mike Castle, a Republican moderate who championed creating the popular 50 State Quarters Program of...