Delaware is preparing to modernize its emergency communications system with the rollout of Next Generation 911, a statewide upgrade officials say will help dispatchers respond more quickly and accurately when people call for help.
Kent County officials are proposing to scale back enhanced sign-on bonuses for paramedics after seeing significant improvements in staffing levels across the county's emergency medical services system.
Six new paramedic positions have opened up in Kent County as officials work to address a staffing shortage that raised alarms just months ago.
A ribbon cutting is set for Dec. 16 for the new EMS facilities in Frederica. The new facilities are a partnership between Kent County Levy Court and the Kent County Department of Public Safety.
A local paramedic was awarded the Medal of Valor today for an act of heroism that saved the life of a woman in Frederica.
