Delaware
Second middle schooler arrested in 4 days for Delaware school threats, none credible
Multiple teens have been arrested and charged in recent days for threatening violence at two middle schools in Kent County, according to police.
The incidents were unrelated, and none of the threats were determined to be credible, police said.
The Smyrna Police Department said Monday that they arrested a 13-year-old boy for threatening a shooting at Smyrna Middle School, where the teen is a student. The student posted a TikTok video “alluding to a shooting” at the school, according to police.
Smyrna School District said in a statement Monday evening that they were alerted to the incident that morning, but that the video itself was posted on Friday. The TikTok is “related to the ongoing national trend of similar threats being shared nationwide,” according to police, and was not credible.
“School safety is paramount to the Smyrna School District,” the district wrote in the statement. “Thank you for monitoring your child’s phone and social media accounts.”
The student who posted the video was charged with terroristic threatening. He was arraigned in family court and released on a $500 unsecured bond with mandatory pre-trial services.
Earlier threat at Dover Middle School
Late last week, another 13-year-old boy was arrested on the same charges for threatening Dover Middle School, which he did not attend. The teen made three 911 calls from the same number advising that there was a bomb at Dover Middle School and that there would be a shooting, according to police.
Dover police said officers were sent to the school to assist school resource officers already on the scene. Capital School District ultimately decided to continue with dismissal as usual, but posted on Facebook that they canceled all after-school activities and programs “in an abundance of caution.”
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Police then worked with K-9 units to determine that the school was safe, and later identified the boy who made the threats. He was charged with terroristic threatening and malicious interference with emergency communications and was released to a guardian.
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This article originally appeared on Delaware News Journal: Smyrna student second teen in 4 days charged with school threats
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The Humane Society of Delaware County has appointed a new leader as the organization’s longtime director moves toward retirement.
The animal rescue group’s board appointed Amanda Wampler as its new CEO, effective May 11, the organization posted on Facebook April 21.
Jana Cassidy, the humane society’s executive director for nearly a decade, is transitioning toward retirement and will now serve as chief operating officer in the near term to ensure a smooth transition.
The post from society Board President Megan Ricci says the board is confident Cassidy’s and Wampler’s experience, dedication and talents will elevate the humane society as it strives to build a new 22,000-square-foot facility that will be a go-to destination for adoption, veterinary care, training, boarding, and grooming.
“HSDC could not be in better hands than with these two extraordinary women,” the post reads.
Wampler is a proven nonprofit executive with experience in animal welfare and a demonstrated ability to help organizations expand and thrive, according to the humane society’s post.
Wampler currently is the national operations director for Siemer Institute, a Columbus-based organization that helps families across the U.S. achieve housing stability and enhance their children’s educational prospects, according to Wampler’s LinkedIn page. She also worked for the Columbus Recreation and Parks Department from 2016 to 2023.
Delaware County and eastern Columbus suburbs reporter Maria DeVito can be reached at mdevito@dispatch.com and @mariadevito13.dispatch.com on Bluesky and @MariaDeVito13 on X
Wednesday, April 22, 2026 5:44AM
WILMINGTON, Del. (WPVI) — Something exciting is taking flight in the hallways of Warner Elementary School in Wilmington.
Delaware Governor Matt Meyer helped celebrate the launch of the state’s first elementary school streaming radio station on Tuesday.
“Flying High with Thunderbird Radio” will provide students with hands-on experience in broadcasting, public speaking, and content creation.
This innovative initiative empowers students to step behind the microphone and lead the way in digital storytelling, communication, and creativity.
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Tuesday, April 21, 2026 7:08PM
NORTHERN LIBERTIES (WPVI) — Lucky Duck is a new eatery along the Delaware River waterfront. The restaurant offers an approachable menu with an American Bistro style food with a creative collection of cocktails and brews.
The space is part of the Rivermark Apartments on Columbus Boulevard which took the place of Festival Pier. The Lucky Duck was part of the build out that includes a Sprouts Grocery store and the residential space.
The Lucky Duck has a tavern atmosphere with a wall of windows that overlook the river. The setting includes a nook for darts, a claw machine with rubber ducks and a pizza window for late night slices after the kitchen closes.
The indoor space includes nearly 70 seats and will be complemented by patio seating that will double to occupancy of the eatery.
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