Delaware Governor Matt Meyer Toured a Cannabis Cultivation Facility Prior To The Introduction of Recreational Cannabis Sales

Prior to the launch of recreational cannabis sales in Delaware, Governor Matt Meyer, as well as Marijuana Commissioner Josh Sanderlin, toured a cannabis cultivation facility called First State Compassion, which is owned by MariMed (1)....

Delaware City data center will likely increase resident energy bills, experts say

Why Should Delaware Care? Delawareans have already seen higher power bills in recent years. If the proposed data center near Delaware City were built, those bills would likely go up even more as a direct result of it, according to experts. When...

Delaware Grocery Initiative distributes latest round of grants to help combat food deserts

The Delaware Grocery Initiative distributes $250,000 in its latest set of checks to grantees in an effort to combat food deserts in the First State. Last month, State Sen. Darius Brown (D-New Castle), in collaboration with the Delaware Division of...

Delaware Lottery Play 3 Day, Play 3 Night winning numbers for Aug. 7, 2025

The Delaware Lottery offers several draw games for those aiming to win big. Here’s a look at Thursday, Aug. 7, 2025 results for each game: Winning Play 3 numbers from Aug. 7 drawing Day: 6-7-0 Night: 8-4-1 Check Play 3 payouts and previous...

Delaware County church-related events: Aug. 8, 2025

• Send to editor@delcotimes by noon Wednesday. Time-dependent entries St. Gabriel Parish in Norwood will host the following trips: • Padre Pio Shrine in Barto, Berks County, Thursday, Sept. 25. Bus will leave the former Margaret Mary Church in...

Delaware County church services: Aug. 8, 2025, edition

Note: Emailed entries only to editor@delcotimes.com by Wednesday at noon. New pastor Norwood United Methodist Church: 315 Chester Pike, Norwood. Join us at 10 a.m. Sunday in-person or online for worship service as our new pastor Rev. Scott Dorn...

Delaware Online Football and Field Hockey Media Days draw 65 teams

See animals through the years from the Delaware News Journal archives      

A rabbit on the move is seen heading for the goal line in an unknown Delaware location on Aug. 21, 1971. His summer home has been invaded by thousands of football fans.Ron Dubick/Delaware News JournalThis image is part of a three-picture series on...

Delaware Fellowship for Christian Athletes holds power camp program at Woodbridge High School

The Delaware branch of the Fellowship for Christian Athletes held one of their power camp programs at Woodbridge High School during the last week of July. Serving as both sports activity and youth ministry, volunteers served as leaders for...

Vote postponed on RIPTA cuts

By GRETA SHUSTER Beacon Media Staff Writer The RI Public Transit Authority Board of Directors continues discussions after postponing the vote on the proposed service cuts at the Aug. 7 special board meeting. The unanimous decision to postpone the...

Delaware District III Senior softball opens Series with five inning win

The Delaware District III host team set the pace in the opening round of the Senior League World Series last Monday in Roxana with a five inning 14-2 win over Connecticut. Manager Clint Lutz spread the pitches with four players and Cierra Lewis...

Delaware Softball Sets Record with 13 Scholar-Athletes Awarded

The Delaware Blue Hens softball team achieved a program-best of 13 players earning Easton/NFCA All-America Scholar-Athlete honors for the 2024-25 academic year, surpassing their previous record of nine in 2021. Notable athletes include Chloe...

See animals through the years from the Delaware News Journal archives 

In the cold of winter, we warmed our cold, cold hearts by assembling a Bucket List of fun and adventurous things our readers and our news team hoped to make happen before the year ends. And I'm sure, like us, you have a Summer Bucket List taking...

Ashley Biden, Howard Krein file for Philly divorce; what we know

Delaware's Ashley Biden, the daughter of former President Joe Biden and former first lady Jill Biden, filed for divorce from her husband, Dr. Howard Krein, on Aug. 11 in Philadelphia, court records show. Ashley Biden, 44, who grew up in...

The 2025 Delaware State Fair hosts record crowds and jam-packed events

With their iconic mascot, Ferris, brought to life and a new State Fair Museum, the 2025 Delaware State Fair "Kicked Up Some Fun" from July 17–26. According to the Delaware State Fair, a plethora of exciting events including races, fireworks,...

Delaware: Cannabis Sales Total Nearly $1 Million in Weekend Rollout

Licensed cannabis retailers in Delaware sold over $900,000 worth of marijuana products in the three days following the launch of adult-use retail sales, according to data provided by the state government. “The inaugural three-day weekend (Friday...

Delaware Department of Labor Launches Delaware Youth Workforce Connect Call to Strengthen Pathways for Young Workers

The Delaware Department of Labor’s Division of Industrial Affairs is kicking off the Delaware Youth Workforce Connect Call—a new virtual info series aimed at strengthening connections between community organizations and state agencies that support...

Upcoming road closures as part of I-295 widening in Delaware

Planning a final summer getaway before the school year begins again? Make sure to factor into your travel plans several upcoming lane and ramp closures due to Delaware's I-295 widening project. The first closures will begin mid-week, the Delaware...

H-2A Insights: An employer classified under the Manufacturing industry in Delaware submitted 16 petitions in 2024

Ur Mendoza Jaddou, Director of the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. | https://www.uscis.gov/about-us/organization/leadership/ur-m-jaddou-director-us-citizenship-and-immigration-servicesUr Mendoza Jaddou, Director of the U.S. Citizenship...

Best bird song identification apps in 2025 — Identify bird calls and improve your avian knowledge

Whether you're a keen birder or just starting out, using one of the best bird identification apps can enhance your birdspotting experiences. Bird identification apps can help you learn and distinguish between the different species, much the same...