Delaware
The Historic River That Rakes in $21 Million a Year
This winding large river is surrounded on either side by trees. An army of them, coloring the landscape with a wash of green through the spring and summer, or shades of burnt orange, yellow, and red in autumn. This Eden of riverside fun is well within reach, just a couple of hours from Manhattan. This is the Upper Delaware Scenic and Recreational River, and it’s not just beautiful, it’s practical too: the river site has contributed $21 million to the local economy, according to a new report from the National Park Service.
The river, which winds across the border between New York and Pennsylvania, had over 300,000 visitors in 2023, who spent a total of $16.6 million in the park and surrounding areas. Add that total to the 157 jobs that were supported by that spending and the cumulative benefit to the local economy sits at about $21 million.
A mix of historical facts and gorgeous nature makes the Upper Delaware Scenic and Recreational River a particularly special place. Old-timey-trivia fanatics and infrastructure nerds will love the country’s oldest existing wire suspension bridge, and outdoorspeople come for fishing, canoeing, and soaking in the scenery at the last major undammed river in the eastern United States.
Repeat visitors (or one time visitors who are scarily dedicated and athletic) can work towards the Upper Delaware Scenic and Recreational River “Take a Hike!” patch by completing six local hikes, and then (even scarier) filling out all of the associated forms and paperwork. American bald eagles can sometimes be spotted in the surrounding areas too, so keep an eye out.
Plan ahead and make a river trip out of your visit. Check the water levels, load the necessary gear and safety equipment, and set out to view the towering trees and shining water by raft, tube, kayak or canoe. The National Park Service always recommends that you wear a life vest when in the area of the river. Find more safety information and plan your trip here.
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Wednesday, July 8, 2026 10:19PM
ASTON, Pa. (WPVI) — Summer camps are in full swing, and on Wednesday the Action Cam was in Aston, where kids are getting some hands-on learning at Delaware County Technical School.
Middle school students are exploring career pathways as they build, cook, design and create in state-of-the-art classrooms.
They are doing everything from carpentry to cosmetology.
By the end of camp, the kids will create STEAM-based projects that they can take home.
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Across the State Trained AmeriCorps VISTA members will be on-site at 21 Delaware Libraries providing walk-in assistance for digital literacy
DOVER, Del. — The Delaware Libraries today announced the launch of a 10-week summer program aiming to support Delawareans on digital literacy.
The AmeriCorps Digital Literacy Specialists assist the public with computer and technology questions, including completing online applications, navigating websites, and building basic digital skills. As patrons become more comfortable, specialists can introduce them to the many free computer training programs and learning resources available through Delaware Libraries including in-person classes. This project is an initiative of the Division’s Social Innovation Team.
“Libraries are proud to expand their digital literacy specialist supports this summer with a presence in 21 Delaware Libraries,” said Dr. Annie Norman, State Librarian of Delaware. “The digital landscape is ever evolving, and the Delaware Libraries stands at the ready to help Delawareans navigate AI, software skills, social media concepts, and more.”
There is no appointment needed for a meeting or to ask a question to a Specialist.
The Specialists are trained to support many concepts, including:
- Essential Software Skills
- Personalized Assistance
- Workplace Technology
- AI – Understanding & Help
- Basic Computer Skills & Classes
- Social Media Help
- Navigate Internet, Avoid Scams
- Using Tech in Daily Life, Device Help
- Learning Express, Northstar Certification
- And Much More!
Visit DelawareLibraries.org/Digital to view a full schedule of Specialists. For more services visit DelawareLibraries.org/GetConnected!
Delaware Libraries offer specialty library cards for every age group, including a My First Delaware Library Card for birth to age 5, a Super Library Card for children ages 6–12; a Teen Delaware Library Card for ages 13-17 and Delaware Library cards for everyone.
Sign up for a Delaware Library Card today! It’s Easy! It’s Free! It’s Online!
Instructions in Spanish are also available. (En el sitio web de las bibliotecas de Delaware se pueden encontrar instrucciones en español para obtener una tarjeta de biblioteca gratuita de Delaware)
Programming celebrating the Delaware Libraries’ 125th anniversary will continue throughout the year.
Delaware
Talk & Film Bring Delaware’s Revolutionary Story to Life at Archives’ First Saturday Program – State of Delaware News
On Saturday, July 11, 2026, at 10:30 a.m., the Delaware Public Archives will host a special First Saturday Program featuring a presentation and a screening of a new documentary exploring Delaware’s pivotal role in America’s founding.
The event will begin with a shortened presentation of Independence or the Bayonet, examining the critical days leading up to July 1776 through the perspectives of Caesar Rodney, George Read, and Thomas McKean.
Following the presentation, attendees will watch Caesar Rodney’s Ride: The Story of Delawareans and the Declaration of Independence, a new one-hour documentary presented by the Delaware Heritage Commission. The film explores Caesar Rodney’s legendary overnight ride to Philadelphia and the important role Delawareans played in the fight for American independence.
This special program is part of the Delaware Public Archives’ ongoing Delaware 250 educational programming commemorating the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence and highlighting Delaware’s unique contributions to the nation’s founding.
The program is free and open to the public.
For more information about the Delaware Public Archives or to learn more about upcoming events and programs, visit archives.delaware.gov.
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