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Del. Gov. John Carney signs new climate change laws

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4 months ago

September 19, 2024

Del. Gov. John Carney signs new climate change laws

This story is part of the WHYY News Climate Desk, bringing you news and solutions for our changing region.

From the Poconos to the Jersey Shore to the mouth of the Delaware Bay, what do you want to know about climate change? What would you like us to cover? Get in touch.

Delaware is one step closer to building offshore wind as several climate bills became law earlier this month.

The Delaware Energy Solutions Act of 2024 creates a framework for Delaware to request and approve offshore wind projects. The federal government, under the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management, designates offshore wind sites and oversees auctions. While projects moved forward in neighboring New Jersey and Maryland, Delaware had been the only coastal state along the Eastern seaboard without a process to approve offshore wind projects.

This month, the federal government approved US Wind’s Maryland Offshore Wind Project off the Delmarva coast, which it said will generate enough electricity to power 718,000 homes.

The project would run power export cables under Delaware-regulated wetlands, state waters and the Indian River Bay. The application has drawn considerable opposition, with some saying it could hurt tourism and harm native wildlife.

Bill sponsor state Sen. Stephanie Hansen said she understands those fears but believes the turbines will actually draw people to the area.

“I think they’re afraid of it because they’re worried about what it’s going to look like,” she said. “What we could do is take a look at how it’s been received in other areas that actually do have offshore wind turbines. It actually increases tourism.”

Hansen said embracing wind energy is important for the First State because it’s the lowest-lying state in the United States, so other renewable sources like hydroelectric and nuclear aren’t good alternatives.

“Climate change is no joke,” she said. “It’s big, it’s overwhelming at times, but we have now as a state picked up our laboring oar and we are rowing in the right direction.”

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Former Delaware County pastor David Zandstra acquitted of 1975 murder of Gretchen Harrington

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January 17, 2025

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Former Delaware County pastor David Zandstra acquitted of 1975 murder of Gretchen Harrington – CBS Philadelphia

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A Delaware County jury has found an elderly pastor accused in the 1975 cold case murder of 8-year-old Gretchen Harrington of Broomall, Pennsylvania, not guilty.

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How much snow are we getting? See the Delaware weather forecast for this weekend

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15 hours ago

January 17, 2025

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How much snow are we getting? See the Delaware weather forecast for this weekend

Another weekend, another chance for snow in Delaware and the surrounding region.

Following a dusting of snow for some parts of our area, the weekend forecast for the First State likely will include some snowfall. But how much?

Here’s the latest outlook:

How much snow are we getting?

A storm could drop anywhere from a dusting to 4 inches of snow in Delaware from Sunday afternoon through Sunday evening.

Between 3 and 4 inches could fall in most of New Castle County with the southern portion currently projected to get 2 to 3 inches, according to the National Weather Service in Mount Holly, New Jersey.

Meanwhile, most of Kent County and the northern portion of Sussex County could see 1 to 2 inches with the Delaware beaches likely to get less than an inch, the weather service said.

As of Friday morning, here is the probability of 2 inches of snow in Delaware:

Wilmington: 68%
Dover: 41%
Bethany Beach: 2%

During the storm, snowfall rates could exceed 1 inch per hour near and northwest of the I-95 corridor, they said.

Will it snow for the Eagles game?

The Philadelphia Eagles are set to take on the Los Angeles Rams in a divisional-round playoff matchup at 3 p.m. at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia. If the weather forecast holds, this will mean snow is likely to fall throughout the game, giving the Eagles a decisive weather advantage over the West Coast team.

Dangerously cold temps coming

Following the snow, temperatures will likely fall below freezing Sunday night and remain below freezing until at least Friday, according to the weather service. The coldest period will be Monday night through Thursday morning.

Throughout the week, high temperatures will be in the teens with lows in the single digits to below zero.

Night-time wind chills are projected to be below zero and recover into the single digits only during the daytime, the weather service said.

Here is the estimated minimum wind chills for next week:

Wilmington: minus 8 degrees
Dover: minus 9 degrees
Bethany Beach: minus 6 degrees

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Delaware Lottery Play 3 Day, Play 3 Night winning numbers for Jan. 16, 2025

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23 hours ago

January 17, 2025

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Delaware Lottery Play 3 Day, Play 3 Night winning numbers for Jan. 16, 2025

The Delaware Lottery offers several draw games for those aiming to win big. Here’s a look at Thursday, Jan. 16, 2025 results for each game:

Winning Play 3 numbers from Jan. 16 drawing

Day: 8-9-2

Night: 4-7-5

Check Play 3 payouts and previous drawings here.

Winning Play 4 numbers from Jan. 16 drawing

Day: 3-5-9-6

Night: 7-6-3-1

Check Play 4 payouts and previous drawings here.

Winning Multi-Win Lotto numbers from Jan. 16 drawing

02-18-22-24-31-32

Check Multi-Win Lotto payouts and previous drawings here.

Winning Lucky For Life numbers from Jan. 16 drawing

13-20-29-32-37, Lucky Ball: 06

Check Lucky For Life payouts and previous drawings here.

Winning Play 5 numbers from Jan. 16 drawing

Day: 6-0-0-3-1

Night: 8-7-8-1-6

Check Play 5 payouts and previous drawings here.

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Are you a winner? Here’s how to claim your lottery prize

Sign the Ticket: Establish legal ownership by signing the back of your ticket with an ink pen.
Prizes up to $599: Claim at any Delaware Lottery Retailer, in person at the Delaware Lottery Office, or mail your signed ticket and claim form; print your name/address on the ticket’s back and keep a copy/photo for records. By mail, send original tickets and documentation to: Delaware Lottery, 1575 McKee Road, Suite 102, Dover, DE 19904.
Prizes up to $2,500: Claim in person at Delaware Lottery Retailer Claim Centers throughout Kent, Sussex and New Castle Counties.
Prizes of $5,001 or more: Claim in person at the Delaware Lottery Office (business days 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.) with a photo ID and Social Security card.
For all prize claims, directions to the Delaware Lottery Office are available online or via mapquest.com for a map.

Check previous winning numbers and payouts at Delaware Lottery.

Can I claim a jackpot prize anonymously in Delaware?

Fortunately for First State residents, the Delaware Lottery allows winners remain anonymous. Unlike many other states that require a prize be over a certain jackpot, Delawareans can remain anonymous no matter how much, or how little, they win.

How long do I have to claim my prize in Delaware?

Tickets are valid for up to one year past the drawing date for drawing game prizes or within one year of the announced end of sales for Instant Games, according to delottery.com.

When are the Delaware Lottery drawings held?

Powerball: 10:59 p.m. Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday.
Mega Millions: 11:00 p.m. on Tuesday and Friday.
Play 3, 4: Daily at 1:58 p.m. and 7:57 p.m., except Sunday afternoon.
Multi-Win Lotto: 7:57 p.m. Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.
Lucky for Life: Daily at 10:38 p.m.
Lotto America: 11:00 p.m. Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday

Missed a draw? Peek at the past week’s winning numbers.

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