Governor Matt Meyer signed Delaware’s Grants-in-Aid budget bill on July 15, approximately two weeks after Delaware's General Assembly passed it during the final hours of its 153rd legislative session.
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The jazz funeral has been a fixture in Bethany Beach for four decades, marking the end of the summer season and giving residents a chance to bid the high season farewell.
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Last week, consultants were in Rehoboth for a week of sessions with residents and business owners to take their pulse on future development.
This Week on "The Green"
One of the most notable bills to pass in the General Assembly this year was Senate Bill 9 — the Wetlands Stewardship Act. Once signed by Gov. Matt Meyer, this law will protect half of Delaware’s freshwater wetlands that were previously shielded from development by the federal governmentThis week, Delaware Public Media contributor Jon Hurdle took a closer look at the bill, how it got to the finish line and its expected impact. He joined Tom Byrne this week to discuss his reporting.
NPR National and World Headlines
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Four Republicans joined Democrats to approve the measure. And while it is not legally binding, the resolution represents growing frustration inside Congress over the war.
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Two nuns in Kentucky want to start the first community devoted to ministering to people harmed by abuse in the church.
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Canada is a longtime ally and economic partner to the United States, but the relationship has grown tense.
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From Cesária Évora to a new generation of performers, women are keeping Cape Verde’s music alive and thriving on the world stage.
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Whether you are feeling stress over how to complete daily tasks or feeling like you haven’t accomplished enough in your life, an expert shares tips for coping with that anxiety.
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Ocean Vuong finds inspiration in his river walks.
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
