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Delaware prepares for Semiquincentennial celebrations in 2026

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3 days ago

July 4, 2024

Delaware prepares for Semiquincentennial celebrations in 2026

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In the summer of 1776, Delaware became a separate state by cutting ties with Great Britain and Pennsylvania. This pivotal moment in history marked Delaware’s independence and its identity as one of the original 13 states that signed the Declaration of Independence on July 4.

Established by Congress in 2016, the U.S. Semiquincentennial Commission is gearing up for the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence with America250. This initiative aims to engage Americans nationwide. Delaware recently joined the efforts as the 37th state.

“Delaware 250 is the state of Delaware’s official undertaking in commemoration of the United States Semiquincentennial,” said Margaret Hughes, coordinator of Delaware 250.

“We’ve got Delaware 250 which is working across the state with museums, with historical groups, with heritage societies, with genealogical groups, with communities across the state to think about what this anniversary means.”

For Hughes, the 250th anniversary is a significant milestone, prompting a deep dive into the community’s history.

“When we’re thinking about the moments of the 250th, we’re thinking about how to uplift all of the stories and all of the contributions of Delawareans over its long history,” she said. “It’s an opportunity to reflect on our past, to think about where we are in the present day and to look forward and plan for a future for our state.”

Delaware 250 is offering quarterly grants to various stakeholders, including community groups and organizations, to facilitate exhibits, speaking engagements and other celebratory events for 2026.

“We launched our first round of grant funding this past spring. We funded nine projects across the state in each of the counties,” Hughes shared. “We funded nine projects across the state in each of the counties. One of the recipients included the Delaware Art Museum to work on an exhibit. They’re in the planning phases for an exhibit that will go up in 2026.”

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Delaware teens pay some of the highest car insurance rates in US compared to older drivers

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7 hours ago

July 7, 2024

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Delaware teens pay some of the highest car insurance rates in US compared to older drivers

If you have a teen driver on your car insurance policy and have been feeling a strain on your wallet, that’s no surprise.

A higher cost is usually given for younger drivers new to the road, but Delawareans have an even worse deal as one of the states with the biggest insurance cost gap between young drivers and older drivers.

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A report from MarketWatch Guides analyzed the nature of young drivers in the U.S. by looking at the number of licensed drivers per age group, overall costs and driving habits.

Delaware ranks as the state with the fourth biggest gap in insurance rates between 16-year-old drivers and older drivers.

The average annual cost of auto insurance for 16-year-olds is $13,788 compared to the average annual cost of $2,852 for 25- to 55-year-olds, a 383.50% difference.

Due to this gap and rising costs, MarketWatch reports that 45% of those aged between 18 and 34 consider passing on auto insurance.

The state with the worst gap between young drivers and old drivers is Connecticut, with 16-year-old drivers costing $11,410 and 25- to 55-year-olds costing $1,951, a 484.8% difference.

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Rhode Island is No. 2, with a 465.9% difference, followed by Wisconsin with a 400.2% difference.

The rest of the top 10 includes

Idaho, with a 355.8% difference. Younger drives pay $6,433 while older drivers pay $1,412

Tennessee, with a 353.4% difference. Younger drivers pay $6,897 while older drivers pay $1,521

Utah, with a 346% difference. Younger drivers pay $8,534 while older drivers pay $1,913

Oregon, with a 341.6% difference. Younger drivers pay $8,403 while older drivers pay $1,903

Louisiana, with a 340.9% difference. Younger drivers pay $13,261 while older drivers pay $3,008

Nevada, with a 325.9% difference. Younger drivers pay $11,788 while older drivers pay $2,768

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SEPTA bus driver in Delaware County recovering after being slashed in face; suspect sought

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14 hours ago

July 6, 2024

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SEPTA bus driver in Delaware County recovering after being slashed in face; suspect sought

YEADON, Pennsylvania (WPVI) — A SEPTA bus driver is recovering after he was slashed in the face in Delaware County on Saturday.

The incident happened around 1 p.m. on a Route 108 bus along the intersection of Church Lane and Connell Avenue in Yeadon, Pennsylvania.

Investigators say a person on board the bus cut the driver in the face with a knife.

The driver was taken to the hospital, where he is expected to be OK.

Police are still searching for the suspect. Anyone with information is asked to contact the authorities.

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Hit-and-run in Ogletown kills 57-year-old Newark man

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21 hours ago

July 6, 2024

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Hit-and-run in Ogletown kills 57-year-old Newark man

A 57-year-old Newark man died after he was hit by a vehicle that fled the scene Friday afternoon at Salem Church Road in Ogletown.

The man’s name is being withheld until his family and relatives are notified, Delaware State Police said Saturday.

The man was walking northbound on the right shoulder of Salem Church Road, north of Michaels Lane, at about 4:15 p.m. Friday when a person driving an unknown white vehicle northbound drifted onto the shoulder of the roadway, according to police.

The vehicle struck the man and then drove away northbound on Salem Church Road. The man was taken by ambulance to an area hospital, where he was pronounced dead, police said.

The vehicle’s make and model is not known, but police said the vehicle could have damage to the front right.

Anyone who witnessed the accident should contact Delaware State Police Senior Cpl. M. Calio at 302-365-8483. Information may also be provided by sending a private Facebook message to the Delaware State Police or contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at 800-847-3333.

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