Lilly scholarship applications available for Delaware County seniors

MUNCIE, IN — Incoming high school seniors can now apply online for the 2026 Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship administered by the Community Foundation of Muncie and Delaware County. Applicants must be residents of Delaware County and attend an …

Delaware starts selling recreational marijuana in Diamond State

Delaware will begin raking in the green on recreational marijuana sales. Starting Friday, adults 21 and over can buy cannabis at 12 retail locations in the Diamond State. People can purchase or possess no more than one ounce of buds or other "leaf…

Meyer takes a look at marijuana in Delaware days before sales begin

The countdown to legal weed sales in Delaware is on, and Gov. Matt Meyer took a tour of a facility growing some of Delaware's supply. The state's marijuana office and its commissioner, Joshua Sanderlin, announced that recreational weed sales will …

Delaware’s pilot-scale shellfish hatchery supports industry renewal

Editor’s note: This column is a regular feature written by staff at the University of Delaware. It will spotlight UD research at UD facilities in southern Delaware, and related events in beach towns and surrounding areas. Since launching in 2022, Delaware’ …

Is Delaware facing a dangerous hurricane season? Here's what we know

The calendar is flipping over to August which puts all the states along the Atlantic Ocean on notice for hurricanes. While the hurricane map in the Atlantic Ocean is blank, forecasters say that may not last much longer. "The tropical environment …

Delaware man used AR-15 to fire at police in Lewes shooting: Report

Delaware County Community College extends deadline for free teaching pipeline program

From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us know! Amid a statewide teacher shortage, Delaware County wants to break down financial barriers for the next generation of educators. Delaware …

Here’s where to get back-to-school physicals in Delaware this August

Delaware is offering low-cost back-to-school and sports physicals in each county during the first week of August. Out-of-pocket expenses will not exceed $20, regardless of insurance coverage. Appointments are encouraged, though limited walk-in availability …

Recreational marijuana sales begin in Delaware on Friday

Delaware is making history this week as it becomes the 22nd state to open its recreational marijuana market. On Friday, Aug. 1, the state will roll out its long-awaited recreational adult-use industry, where consumers will be able to stop by already- …

Judge allows Planned Parenthood of Delaware to accept Medicaid for now