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Delaware Public Media
The Dover Planning Commission hears revision proposals on “revitalization” projects taking place in downtown Dover.
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The Delaware Supreme Court affirmed a Court of Chancery decision earlier this month that rejected a constitutional challenge to the practice. -
City of Rehoboth BeachIn an address to commissioners and a large audience at Friday’s meeting, Stewart talked about the city’s ongoing process of developing a master plan to guide development.
This Week on "The Green"
A new study from the University of Delaware found that shingles vaccination could be linked to lower dementia risk in adults 50 or older.Nearly all adults in that age group were exposed to chickenpox as children. Scientists say the virus can lie dormant in the nervous system for decades before reactivating as shingles, causing a painful rash.The study — led by the Director of UD’s Epidemiology PhD Program Daniel Harris, PhD — found that older adults who received at least one dose of the shingles vaccine had a 24% lower risk of developing dementia over four years.This week, Delaware Public Media's Isreal Hale chatted with Harris to learn more about the study and potential impacts.
NPR National and World Headlines
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NPR's Juana Summers talks with David Rubenstein, a Baltimore native, philanthropist and investor who leads an ownership group that acquired the Baltimore Orioles in 2024.
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NPR's Scott Detrow talks with media consultant and television producer Mark McKinnon about the launching of Trump TV, an official White House Youtube channel, streaming 24/7.
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Home gardening is getting a boost, in part, from fears of foodborne illness. But is homegrown safer? Experts weigh in.
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Bears in Katmai National Park and Preserve in Alaska have been bulking up on salmon before winter. On Tuesday, annual voting kicks off for the favorite.
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NPR's Juana Summers speaks with Seth Center, a former U.S. diplomat who has previously negotiated with China regarding AI concerns, about his doubts around this week's China-U.S. summit.
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In May 2025, many countries signed a pandemic treaty aimed at avoiding some of the mistakes of the COVID-19 pandemic. But countries are still negotiating the heart of the treaty.
Student Spotlight
- Early Learning Advocacy Day seeks to marshall support for youngest students
- DNREC gives kids a chance to develop fishing skills
- Annual event offers those with special needs a 'Night to Shine'
- Biggs Museum puts a spotlight on DSU's marching band
- Turkey Brawl brings local lacrosse community together
- Stuff the Bus food drive continues efforts to combat food insecurity