Delaware’s most famous list: Meet the middle tier

We’ve seen the votes roll in, and the excitement build — but the title of Most Famous Delawarean isn’t revealed just yet. For weeks, Delawareans have cast their votes for individuals with ties to the First State. Each round narrowed the field, locking in …

Superman: truth, justice and the Delaware way

METROPOLIS — Today, we’re basing our newsroom in Metropolis, Delaware. Fake news? Yes. But it’s July, and we all need a little amusement and diversion from the divisive national headlines. Thanks to the new “Superman” film, we can claim the Man of Steel as …

New restaurant: Drexel Hill Sauté brings global flavors to Delaware County

UPPER DARBY — A new takeout restaurant is ready to spice up the Drexel Hill restaurant scene. Drexel Hill Sauté, a globally inspired takeout concept, will open its doors on Friday, August 1, offering a creative, build-your-own menu of stir-fry and sauté …

Delaware will receive millions in federal school money after delay

Millions of dollars in federal grants for schools nationwide are coming from the U.S. Department of Education after a nearly monthlong delay. Delaware will be reaping $28 million from the release, according to a post on X from Gov. Matt Meyer. The funding …

Delaware State football great helps out Hornet bowlers; DSU's Waterman gets new contract

Gun drawn in CVS larceny on Delaware Avenue

Suspect allegedly turns away from officer and puts hands in waistband, uses brother’s identity DELMAR – A late-night larceny on Monday, June 30 at the CVS on Delaware Avenue became much more serious as an officer drew his service weapon when a suspect …

Delaware County Mosquitoes with West Nile Virus

MUNCIE, Ind. – The Indiana Department of Health (IDOH) confirmed that there are mosquitoes with the West Nile Virus (WNV) in Delaware County.   The Delaware County Health Department said on social media that the WNV is in Indiana and will most likely stay …

Gov. Matt Meyer, Lt. Gov. Kyle Evans Gay visit Delaware State Fair

Gov. Matt Meyer walks the ground of the Delaware State fair in Harrington on July 24, 2025.Damian Giletto/Delaware News JournalGov. Matt Meyer looks at award-winning entries at the 4-H section at the Delaware State Fair on July 24, 2025.Damian Giletto…

Cat whisperers: Is it illegal to feed strays in Delaware?

Feeding stray cats is legal in Delaware due to House Bill 235, signed in 2018. This bill defines "free-roaming cat caretakers" as individuals providing care without legal ownership. While feeding is legal, irresponsibly attracting large numbers …

West Nile Virus found in Delaware County Mosquitoes

MUNCIE, Ind. (WISH) — During a routine annual surveillance of mosquitoes, the Indiana Department of Health (IDOH) confirmed that Delaware County has mosquitoes infected with the West Nile virus. “With West Nile Virus (WNV) showing positive across the state …