Delaware lawmakers approve PFAS water testing legislation

Delaware lawmakers unanimously passed a bill Monday aimed at addressing the presence of PFAS chemicals in public drinking water. Senate Bill 72 mandates that water providers in the state begin testing for PFAS in 2026 and work toward reducing these …

Delaware County church services: July 4, 2025, edition

Note: Emailed entries only to editor@delcotimes.com by Wednesday at noon. Weekly listing Unitarian Universalist Church of Delaware County: 145 W. Rose Tree Road, Media, Sunday at 10 am. We don’t talk much about the “in-between times” in our lives, yet they …

Delaware County church-related events: July 4, 2025

New entries Upland Baptist Church: 325 Main St., Upland. Are you interested in learning more about the Bible? Would you like to learn with a group of people? Do you sometimes feel like other people know more than you do? If you answered yes to any of these …

We have to face Delaware's overdose crisis — and we have to act 

Delaware's unsheltered and addicted population struggles with inadequate support and resources, especially during challenging weather conditions. The author criticizes politicians for inaction on the overdose crisis and calls for increased community …

McBride: This is the agony the Republican budget hurls at Delaware 

I’m writing from Washington, D.C., where just hours ago, Congressional Republicans passed a sweeping budget that will have devastating consequences for families across Delaware. The legislation — crafted behind closed doors and rushed through because of an …

Ostriches, zebras and camels will race at Delaware Park on July 4 

(Editor's note: This story has been updated to reflect that the exotic animal races were postponed due to inclement weather forecasts for May 3 and to correct an inaccuracy.) The first Saturday in May is the most important day of the horse racing …

Your guide to the Delaware beaches this Fourth of July week

This week, everything will be draped in red, white and blue for the Fourth of July at the Delaware beaches. It's an important day in our nation's history and for the beach economy. It's also the height of summer, with hot weather and fireworks …

What 32 Delaware food trucks must you try?

Delaware has a ton of food trucks, and you haven't tried all of them. To make it easier for you, here are 32 that you must check out. As indicated, some food trucks have fixed locations, while others travel around. Visit social media sites for updates. …

Delaware audit reveals 'persistent gaps' likely in teacher licensing

Swimming advisory issued at Rehoboth Beach in Delaware due to high bacteria

CBS News Live CBS News Philadelphia Live The Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control has issued a recreational water advisory on Thursday for Rehoboth Beach due to high bacterial results. The swimming advisory was issued for the …