The Delaware State Parks 2026 Passport Program offers you a chance to explore state parks in the First State and earn a free 2027 Annual Park Pass if you complete enough challenges. The 2026 program will be highlighting locations around Delaware with cultural and historical significance in celebration of the 250th anniversary of the U.S. and the 75th anniversary of Delaware State Parks.
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The Delaware Department of Natural Resources has signed a contract with First State Crane Service to operate the new Indian River Inlet Sand Bypass System on March 3. Officials say DNREC is now set to resume sand pumping later this month for beach and dune nourishment with that new system.
Lawmakers from Delaware, Maryland, and Virginia are reacting to the news of the U.S. and Israel striking Iran overnight, with many expressing disapproval and concern over the military action.
Easton Police Officers say they were alerted to the presence of several suspicious containers holding an unknown liquid substance, which prompted a hazmat response.
Through the course of an investigation, detectives say they identified 21-year-old Deandre Rogers as the suspect in the shooting. An arrest warrant was issued for Rogers' arrest. On February 25, the Capital Area Regional Fugitive Task Force and members of the Salisbury Police Department arrested Rogers.
The Georgetown Fire Company, the Millsboro Fire Company, the Ellendale Fire Company and Georgetown EMS responded to reports of a house fire on Wednesday, February 25 around 9:29 p.m. in the 400 block of Robinson Street.
The Marine Education, Research and Rehabilitation Institute is reminding Delaware beachgoers and boaters that seals are once again in the area. Four different species of seals visit Delaware waterways during winter. They can often be seen resting and sunning themselves on rocks, docks, beaches and other areas throughout the First State.
Wicomico County officials say a warming center is now open at the Wicomico Civic Center's Midway Room due to power outages that are affecting thousands in the area. The Civic Center is located at 500 Glen Avenue in Salisbury.
Kent County officials say they've opened a public shelter at Dover High School to support residents in need as thousands go without power across Delmarva.