Delaware
Delaware imposes burn ban as dry weather persists
Delaware is under a statewide ban on burning as of Monday afternoon.
It’s been a dry October in the First State according to Assistant State Fire Marshal Michael Chionchio.
“No rain, things are browning up naturally because of the fall, but yet we still have not received any substantial rainfall,” he said on Wednesday. “I just was looking at the Philadelphia market and we have not received any rainfall in the Northern Delaware area in October.”
Chionchio says that most types of outdoor fires are prohibited under the ban.
“Bonfires, controlled burnings such as burning yard waste, agricultural burns, fires to clear land, any kind of demolition or to remove hazards, and outdoor rubbish fires,” Chionchio said.
Campfires used for cooking are still allowed, as is the use of grills and hibachis, but Chionchio asks Delawareans to avoid those uses whenever possible.
Chionchio asks Delawareans to be careful – and patient.
“There’ll be plenty of time to burn as soon as we get the rain.” he said. “I guarantee it’s going to rain again.”
The Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control is also calling on residents to take steps to conserve water during this dry time in the state.
Suggested water conservation measures include fixing leaky pipes, making sure pipes are insulated so they don’t freeze, and making sure your furnace is in good working order.
Salesianum’s James Dempsey breaks down win in NCCo boys 1,600
Dempsey won in 4:11.24, which moved him to third on the state all-time performance list.
The Padua and Tatnall girls and the Middletown and Saint Mark’s boys will defend their state titles at the 2026 DIAA Track and Field Championships on May 15 and 16 at Dover High.
Here is a look at the history of the meet with the most recent champions.
Which school has won the most Delaware outdoor track and field state championships?
With 21 Division I titles, Salesianum has won the most boys outdoor track and field state championships. Padua has won 25 state championships, including 23 Division I titles.
Who are the winningest Delaware high school outdoor track and field coaches?
Tatnall’s Patrick Castagno has led the most state championship teams with 12 girls titles and four boys titles. Padua’s Marnie Giunta has won 13 girls state titles.
Brandon Holveck reports on high school sports for The News Journal. Contact him at bholveck@delawareonline.com.
Delaware
Buffalo woman pleads guilty to charges in connection with vandalism at The Terrace at Delaware Park
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WKBW) — A Buffalo woman has pleaded guilty to charges in connection with vandalism at The Terrace at Delaware Park in October 2025.
The Erie County District Attorney’s Office announced that 40-year-old Stacy M. Matthews pleaded guilty before Buffalo City Court Judge Rebecca Town to one count of fourth-degree criminal mischief and one count of endangering the welfare of a child.
Erie County District Attorney’s Office
According to the DA, on October 16, 2025, Matthews drove six juveniles under her care to a business on Lincoln Parkway, and the juveniles, between the ages of 10 and 16, intentionally vandalized outdoor furniture and windows, causing approximately $2,000 in damage to the property.
The DA said that as a condition of the plea, Matthews signed a Confession of Judgment to pay $2,000 in restitution to the victim. Matthews faces a maximum of 364 days in jail when she is sentenced on June 9, 2026 and a temporary order of protection, issued on behalf of the property owner, remains in effect.
7 News spoke with Mike Shatzel, co-owner of The Terrace at Delaware Park, where the vandalism occurred, last October.
“It’s just disturbing that people have nothing better to do than come and just destroy things,” Shatzel said in October.
You can watch our previous story below.
WATCH: The Terrace at Delaware Park vandalized multiple times over the last two weeks
The Terrace at Delaware Park vandalized multiple times over the last two weeks
Wednesday, May 13, 2026 10:58AM
RADNOR TWP., Pa. (WPVI) — A multimillion-dollar home went up in flames in Delaware County.
Heavy flames burned through the house along the 800 block of Lesley Drive in Radnor Township.
Action News has been told that everyone inside the home made it out safely.
The fire appeared to start in the attic, and went to three alarms, as smoke and flames continued to pour from the roof.
It took over two hours to get things under control.
The home is said to be a total loss.
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