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September is Preparedness Month in Delaware – State of Delaware News
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Household Emergency Preparedness Day on Sept. 17 and new PrepareDE.org web site
SMYRNA, Del. – Governor Carney has declared September as Preparedness Month in Delaware to induce everybody to “make a plan, construct a equipment, keep knowledgeable” and take steps to be ready for emergencies.
For the primary time since 2019, the general public is invited to affix greater than 35 organizations at “Household Emergency Preparedness Day” in Camden’s Brecknock Park on Saturday, September 17, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This free occasion highlights public security and readiness planning in a enjoyable, household atmosphere with actions, meals, video games, and demonstrations.
Additionally this month, the PrepareDE.org web site has relaunched with a brand new, mobile-friendly design that includes vivid colours, easy-to-navigate sections, and a wealth of assets and truth sheets to assist households prepare for nearly any emergency. PrepareDE.org is a cooperative effort by the Delaware Emergency Administration Company, Delaware Citizen Corps, and the DHSS Division of Public Well being Workplace of Preparedness.
Assets and data are grouped into main classes with step-by-step sections and guides:
√ Make a Plan – Data on Primary Emergency Plans, Plans for Seniors and people with Particular Wants, Communication and Evacuation Plans, Plans for Pets, and Further Plans
√ Construct a Equipment – Data on Emergency Shelter-in-Place equipment (for prolonged residence stays), Go-Baggage (for quick evacuation), First Help Kits, Automobile Kits, and Pet Kits.
√ Keep Knowledgeable – Signal Up for Delaware Emergency Notification System (DENS), Obtain the FEMA App or DelDOT App, Register for Good 911 alerts, and Monitor radio and TV media.
√ Emergency Varieties – Be taught in regards to the completely different disasters that may occur and find out how to put together.
√ Volunteer, Get Concerned – Be taught in regards to the Neighborhood Emergency Response Group and lots of different volunteer organizations that serve Delaware.
FEMA Nationwide Family Survey
The theme for 2022 Nationwide Preparedness Month is “A Lasting Legacy,” which reminds everybody being ready is a method to defend their lives and property and assist guarantee a legacy for future generations.
Every year, FEMA conducts a Nationwide Family Survey to measure family preparedness.
Lower than half of all respondents within the final survey, 44 %, felt they have been ready for a catastrophe.
Key findings:
- Consciousness – 92 % had seen or heard catastrophe preparedness data (highest ever)
- Expertise – 54 % had private or household expertise with disasters (highest ever)
- Efficacy – 40 % have been assured of their skill to arrange (drop from 47 %)
- Notion – 76 % believed a catastrophe would possibly impression them (drop from 98 %)
The NHS examine confirmed 59 % had taken three or extra of 12 preparedness actions, whereas 89 % had taken not less than one.
The important thing takeaway was “those that have taken at least one motion have been extra prone to take further actions.”
What to Do: 12 Preparedness Actions:
- Assemble or replace provides
- Doc and insure property
- Acquired concerned in the neighborhood
- Know evacuation routes
- Make a plan
- Make the house safer
- Plan with neighbors
- Observe emergency drills
- Safeguard paperwork
- Save for a wet day
- Join alerts and warnings
- Check a household communication plan
Social Media: Delaware Emergency Administration Company on Fb and Twitter and Instagram
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Household Emergency Preparedness Day on Sept. 17 and new PrepareDE.org web site
SMYRNA, Del. – Governor Carney has declared September as Preparedness Month in Delaware to induce everybody to “make a plan, construct a equipment, keep knowledgeable” and take steps to be ready for emergencies.
For the primary time since 2019, the general public is invited to affix greater than 35 organizations at “Household Emergency Preparedness Day” in Camden’s Brecknock Park on Saturday, September 17, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This free occasion highlights public security and readiness planning in a enjoyable, household atmosphere with actions, meals, video games, and demonstrations.
Additionally this month, the PrepareDE.org web site has relaunched with a brand new, mobile-friendly design that includes vivid colours, easy-to-navigate sections, and a wealth of assets and truth sheets to assist households prepare for nearly any emergency. PrepareDE.org is a cooperative effort by the Delaware Emergency Administration Company, Delaware Citizen Corps, and the DHSS Division of Public Well being Workplace of Preparedness.
Assets and data are grouped into main classes with step-by-step sections and guides:
√ Make a Plan – Data on Primary Emergency Plans, Plans for Seniors and people with Particular Wants, Communication and Evacuation Plans, Plans for Pets, and Further Plans
√ Construct a Equipment – Data on Emergency Shelter-in-Place equipment (for prolonged residence stays), Go-Baggage (for quick evacuation), First Help Kits, Automobile Kits, and Pet Kits.
√ Keep Knowledgeable – Signal Up for Delaware Emergency Notification System (DENS), Obtain the FEMA App or DelDOT App, Register for Good 911 alerts, and Monitor radio and TV media.
√ Emergency Varieties – Be taught in regards to the completely different disasters that may occur and find out how to put together.
√ Volunteer, Get Concerned – Be taught in regards to the Neighborhood Emergency Response Group and lots of different volunteer organizations that serve Delaware.
FEMA Nationwide Family Survey
The theme for 2022 Nationwide Preparedness Month is “A Lasting Legacy,” which reminds everybody being ready is a method to defend their lives and property and assist guarantee a legacy for future generations.
Every year, FEMA conducts a Nationwide Family Survey to measure family preparedness.
Lower than half of all respondents within the final survey, 44 %, felt they have been ready for a catastrophe.
Key findings:
- Consciousness – 92 % had seen or heard catastrophe preparedness data (highest ever)
- Expertise – 54 % had private or household expertise with disasters (highest ever)
- Efficacy – 40 % have been assured of their skill to arrange (drop from 47 %)
- Notion – 76 % believed a catastrophe would possibly impression them (drop from 98 %)
The NHS examine confirmed 59 % had taken three or extra of 12 preparedness actions, whereas 89 % had taken not less than one.
The important thing takeaway was “those that have taken at least one motion have been extra prone to take further actions.”
What to Do: 12 Preparedness Actions:
- Assemble or replace provides
- Doc and insure property
- Acquired concerned in the neighborhood
- Know evacuation routes
- Make a plan
- Make the house safer
- Plan with neighbors
- Observe emergency drills
- Safeguard paperwork
- Save for a wet day
- Join alerts and warnings
- Check a household communication plan
Social Media: Delaware Emergency Administration Company on Fb and Twitter and Instagram
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Maintain updated by receiving a day by day digest e-mail, round midday, of present information launch posts from state companies on information.delaware.gov.
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More than 1200 students graduate from Delaware County Community College
MARPLE — On a day that emphasized the power of education to change life trajectories, more than 1,200 students graduated from Delaware County Community College with associate degrees and/or certificates.
On Thursday, May 16, the college held two separate commencement ceremonies.
The morning ceremony was for graduates of the Allied Health and Nursing, STEM, and Workforce and Economic Development divisions, and the afternoon ceremony for graduates of the Business, Computing & Social Science, as well as the Communications, Arts & Humanities divisions.
Both ceremonies were held at West Chester University’s Hollinger Field House.
“While many diverse backgrounds are represented here today, we are united here for one purpose: education. We share the same goal of pursuing better opportunities through education at a more affordable cost,” said Edison Hong of Upper Darby, the student commencement speaker, who is the son of Chinese immigrants. “From my father’s escape during the Vietnam War to my mother’s pursuit of the American dream, their story intertwines with mine, wanting a better life. Their sacrifices resonate within me, and I use that every day to guide me as a first-generation college student.”
Hong, a graduate of Upper Darby High School, earned college credits as a high school student through DCCC’s High School Dual Enrollment Program. He earned his associate degree from DCCC in the fall of 2023 with majors in computer science and business administration and now attends Georgia Institute of Technology, where he is majoring in computer science.
Hong is one of 15 students nationwide to receive the 2024 Hites Transfer Scholarship from Phi Theta Kappa, an international honor society for two-year colleges.
He served as president and founder of DCCC’s Computer Science Club, president of the Phi Theta Kappa honor society, president of the Business Society, and vice president of the Science Club and the Engineering Club.
“Your ability to overcome life while maintaining high academic standards is remarkable. Community college is and always has been the real standard of success,” said alumnus commencement speaker Frederick Shegog, class of 2020, of Drexel Hill.
Shegog battled homelessness and substance abuse prior to becoming an honors graduate of DCCC and a summa cum laude — highest honors — graduate of West Chester University, where he recently earned a master’s degree in public administration. His stepdaughter Megan Riley is a member of the DCCC Class of 2024.
Presiding over Thursday’s ceremonies was Marta Yera Cronin, the college’s president. A first-generation college student born of immigrant parents, she emphasized the generational impact that education can have on the children, grandchildren and other relatives of graduates.
“Your family members see the effort,” she said. “They see the tenacity it takes to study, often while working a part-time or full-time job to sustain a family, and you become their role model.”
Added DCCC Board of Trustees Chair Kevin Scott, “We commend your perseverance, long hours and nights of study and the sacrifices you have made to pursue your goal of attaining a better life for you and your family.”
Reservations being taken for Rock and Roll Hall of Fame bus trip to honor Charlie Gracie
In honor of his late father, the great rock ‘n’ roller Charlie Gracie and the release of the updated public television documentary, “Fabulous Forever!,” Charlie Gracie Jr., in partnership with his mom, Joan Gracie, will host a bus trip to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland from Friday, June 28 to Saturday, June 29.
Bus passengers will include DJs Lou Costello, Steve Kurtz, Johnny Midnight of Cruisin’ 92.1 WVLT and other notables.
The late Charlie Gracie, a native of South Philadelphia and a longtime resident of Drexel Hill, was an American rock ‘n’ roll and rhythm and blues singer and guitarist who topped the charts with his hits, “Butterfly” and “Fabulous.” Gracie was a role model who was emulated by many rock ‘n’ roll legends, including Paul McCartney and Graham Nash, among others.
The bus will leave at 8 a.m. Friday from Springfield Country Club on Sproul Road, where permission was given to leave cars, and return there Saturday night, around midnight.
The trip will include seeing the museum’s Charlie Gracie exhibit, with plenty of time allotted to tour the museum, as well as watching the debut screening of the newly updated Character Driven Productions documentary about Charlie Gracie, “Fabulous Forever!” in the museum’s theatre.
Bus fee will run between $75 and $85, depending on number of participants, and the Holiday Inn Express rate for the overnight stay is roughly $160.
For full details or to book a seat, call 610-724-7319.
No Name Pops offer two free concerts this month
The No Name Pops (NNP) will present two free performances in Philadelphia at the end of May. On Saturday of Memorial Day Weekend, May 25, The NNP’s Big Band will perform at 9th and Montrose, in the heart of the Italian Market, starting at 11 a.m. On May 30, The NNP Jazz Quintet will perform with guest vocalist Paula Holloway in Dilworth Park, 1 S 15th Street, from 6 to 7 p.m.
During the Memorial Day Weekend concert, planned in collaboration with Di Bruno Bros., guests will be able to enjoy their Italian Market purchases while seated at tables listening to the music of Frank Sinatra, Tony Bennett and more. At Dilworth Park, guests can enjoy the golden era of American music, featuring the timeless hits of George Gershwin and Cole Porter.
“We are thrilled that we have been invited by Center City District and Di Bruno Bros to provide free music to our community, our mission statement in action,” said Matt Koveal, the NNP’s Executive Director.
Founded in 2023, The No Name Pops is a versatile ensemble composed of the former musicians of The Philly Pops with a mission to deliver authentic, exceptional musical experiences in the Philadelphia region. Drawing from Philly’s rich symphonic pops legacy, the NNP melds tradition with an innovative approach unbound by musical genre for concert experiences that will entertain and empower the entire community.
The No Name Pops respects the rich legacy of the music of Peter Nero, Grammy Award-winning pianist and conductor who launched Pops music in Philadelphia for over three decades. Led by accomplished conductors and featuring world-class soloists, The No Name Pops continues to captivate audiences with its vibrant and diverse repertoire. For more information, or a list of upcoming performances, visit http://www.nonamepops.org.
Bonner-Prendie Classes of ’69 and ’74 hold reunions
Monsignor Bonner-Archbishop Prendergast High School, Class of 1974 is planning a 50th reunion at Paxon Hollow Country Club, Broomall.
It is set for Friday, Sept. 27 from 6 to 10 p.m.
The reunion committee is searching for current email addresses to send out notices with the details. Class members are asked to send name and email address to: Bonnerprendie50threunion@gmail.com.
Bonner-Prendie Class of 1969 will hold its 55th reunion also at Paxon Hollow Country Club.
It is set for Sunday Sept. 29 from 3 to 7 p.m.
The ticket price is $69, which includes food and an open bar. There is a limit of 250 tickets to be sold and no tickets will be sold at the door.
Checks can be made out to MBAP Class of ’69 and mailed to 403 N. Lansdowne Ave. Drexel Hill, PA 19026.
Springfield Township Library offers programs on houseplants, Civil War medicine
Springfield Township Library will present an in-person houseplant workshop, “Leafy Characters,” at 6:30 p.m. Monday, June 11.
“Leafy Characters” will help anyone who doubts their green thumb.
Amanda, from a local nursery will teach participants some house plant basics, plant propagating, different house plants and their needs and more. Participants will leave the program with more knowledge.
Space is limited and registration is required at www.springfieldtwplib.com.events.
The library will also present a program on “Civil War Medicine with the Mutter Museum,” at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 18.
Everyone is welcome to learn from an educator at the Mutter Museum in Philadelphia about the role and practice of medicine in the Civil War. A description of the impact this era plays on modern medicine will also be discussed. Some examples of Civil War medical inventions include ambulances and specialty medicines.
This event is via Zoom only. Registration at www.springfieldtwplib.com/events is required to obtain the Zoom link.
Readers can send typed community news press releases and photos to Peg DeGrassa at pdegrassa@21st-centurymedia.com.
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Family speaks out after teen shot and killed in Delaware County
COLLINGDALE, Pa. – A deadly shooting in Delaware County involving two teens happened Friday night and one of those teens died from the injuries.
The victim’s family, dedicated to a life of preventing gun violence, are mourning the sudden loss. Just days before his 17th birthday, Darell McCury was shot and killed in Collingdale.
“Never in a million years would I have thought I would get a call from my mother saying they shot Darell,” cousin Anton Moore stated.
He received another call soon after saying Darell didn’t make it.
Police in Delaware County say the 16-year-old was shot in Collingdale Friday afternoon around 4 p.m. on the 100 block of Lafayette Avenue. Another teenager was shot in the foot and survived, but Darell, shot in the torso, died at the hospital.
“I fell asleep last night and all I can think about, hoping that it was a bad dream, but it wasn’t a dream. It’s the reality of my family,” Moore said.
Darell is described as a playful teen who loved to dance and loved his family.
Moore continued, “I was just with Darell a week and a half ago. We took a bunch of kids from the neighborhood to Akron, Ohio to the LeBron James Museum. And, he was so excited.
He would have been celebrating his 17th birthday this upcoming week. Instead, his family is planning his homegoing services.
Moore said, “We have to be tough on this. We don’t want to see another family bury their child.”
Anton says although Darell was his little cousin, he was more like a nephew. Through his nonprofit organization, Unity in the Community, he has dedicated his life to gun violence prevention. Usually, Moore is the one comforting other families. Now, his own family is impacted by what he fights against every day.
“We have to do more to engage our young people, because it’s a sad situation. Once you put that kid in the ground, there’s no coming back,” Moore remarked. “This is tough, you know what I mean? But, we’re a strong family. We come from a family of faith. We believe that it’s better days ahead.”
Police are still looking for a suspect in the shooting. Anyone with any information is urged to come forward.
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*Update- Fourth Suspect Arrested* State Police Arrest Three Suspects and Two Remain At-Large for Series of Burglaries in New Castle County – Delaware State Police – State of Delaware
Delaware State Police arrested 31-year-old Andre Gershad, of Wilmington, Delaware, on several felony charges stemming from a series of burglaries that occurred throughout New Castle County over the last two months.
On May 16, 2024, Troop 2 Criminal Investigations Detectives located Andre Gershad at a motel in New Castle, and took him into custody without incident. Gershad was taken to Troop 2, where he was charged with the crimes listed below, arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 11, and committed to Howard R. Young Correctional Institution on a $122,000 cash bond.
- Burglary 3rd Degree (Felony) – 13 counts
- Wearing a Disguise During the Commission of a Felony (Felony) – 3 counts
- Possession of Burglar Tools (Felony) – 6 counts
- Attempted Burglary 3rd Degree (Felony)
- Theft $1,500 or Greater (Felony) – 7 counts
- Criminal Mischief $5,000 or More (Felony)
- Conspiracy 2nd Degree (Felony) – 11 counts
- Theft Under $1,500 – 7 counts
- Criminal Mischief $1,000 but less than $5,000 – 2 counts
- Criminal Mischief under $1,000 – 11 counts
Detectives continue seeking assistance in locating one additional coconspirator, 33-year-old Perignon Brooks (pictured below), who remains at large.
Delaware State Police Troop 2 Criminal Investigations Unit is actively investigating these incidents. Detectives are asking anyone with information regarding this case or the whereabouts of Perignon Brooks to contact Detective M. Kerrigan by calling (302) 365-8487. Information may also be provided by sending a private Facebook message to the Delaware State Police or contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333.
If you or someone you know is a victim or witness of a crime or have lost a loved one to a sudden death and need assistance, the Delaware State Police Victim Services Unit / Delaware Victim Center is available to offer you support and resources 24 hours a day through a toll-free hotline at 1-800-VICTIM-1 (1-800-842-8461). You may also email the Victim Services Unit at DSP_VictimServicesMail@delaware.gov.
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