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Former New Castle County Executive runs for his old office

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Mark Fowser
May 21
Tom Gordon is running for election to New Castle County Executive, a position he held for eight years. More »
By Mark Eichmann May 18
Bike to Work movement has key supporter in Delaware GovernorWhen it comes to trying to encourage commuters to ditch the car and ride a bike to work, it helps having an advocate in the Governor's office who bikes to work from time to time. More »
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There are just over 2 dozen farmers markets in Delaware.  The Lewes Farmers Market has been around for 6 years.  Our video partner, Content Delaware checks out the fresh local foods.   More »
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Delaware High School track champ set for final matchLeshon Collins is set for his final high school state track meet this weekend.  Our content partner, the Newark Post reports on what's next for Leshon. More »
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Tangled roots and far-reaching limbs on reporter's family treeWhat do you get when you mix the genes of an Irish guy who was chased away from his family at the barrel of a shotgun with the genes of a gifted jazz musician who spent his life struggling with his own confused racial More »
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Emergency responders today are taking part in an exercise that simulates an incident at a nuclear power plant. More »
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Delawareans have the opportunity today to learn more about the process of seeking grant opportunities at a workshop in Dover. More »
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Wilmington Children's Chorus Annual Spring Concert

Come join all the ensembles of WCC as they kick off the celebration of their 10th year! This program will feature many "hits" of past concerts as well as a few new favorites. P.S. duPont Middle School, May 20th, 4 P.M.

 

A RENT Movie Sing-a-long to benefit AIDS Delaware

Come "measure your life in love" at our “RENT” movie sing along, a benefit for AIDS Delaware. The film is based on the Pulitzer and Tony Award winning rock opera "RENT" which tells the story of a group of impoverished young artists, musicians and bohemians in the New York's Lower East Side struggling with life, love and HIV/AIDS, and the impacts they have on America. Join The Queen’s Players as they sing and act out favorites like "Seasons of Love," the Bohemian-lifestyle anthem "La Vie Boheme" and more! World Cafe Live at the Queen, May 24th, 7:30 P.M.

 

The Little Mermaid

This beautiful adaptation by acclaimed children’s playwright Lane Riosley tells the fairy tale as Hans Christian Andersen originally wrote it. Having fallen in love with the prince she saved from drowning, The Little Mermaid makes a deal with the Sea Witch to give up her voice in exchange for human legs. But if she speaks while on land, the spell will be broken and her legs will turn back into fins. Riverfront Theater, May 19th and 20th, 1 P.M.

 

Capital Ringers Handbell Concert

The Lewes Public Library will present the Capital Ringers Handbell Ensemble at St. Peter’s Episcopal Church in Lewes on Saturday, May 19, 2012 at 3:00 PM.  Come to hear some of your favorite dance tunes on 61 handbells and 66 handchimes, played by Delmarva's auditioned handbell ensemble, Capital Ringers, Inc.  Dance music included in the concert will be Rock Around the Clock, Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy, Hungarian Dance No. 5, Just Dance, and many, many more.  A fun concert for the entire family! St. Peter's Episcopal Church, May 19th, 3 P.M.

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The payday debate

Regulating payday loans is up for debate at Legislative Hall in Dover. Some argue payday lenders provide a necessary service big banks don't. While others claim the service preys on individuals living paycheck to paycheck. We hear from both sides.

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Biking with Gov. Markell

As part of National Bike Week, we take a look at the efforts to improve conditions for cyclists in Delaware.  WHYY's Mark Eichmann took to the road for a bike ride with Governor Jack Markell to learn more about his passion for biking and what he's doing to encourage more people to get involved.

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Bike tale

We continue our team report on bikeable Delaware with Taunya English of the WHYY Health and Science Desk.  The plans for putting Delaware on the bike map go deeper than government.  Taunya introduces us to a biking pioneer who shares her story of sharing the road.  

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Content Delaware

Our video partner Content Delaware offers up a unique look at one of the State’s growing number of magnet and charter schools.  Prestige Academy is filling a void, by serving under privileged kids.  

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Shannon's puzzle revealed

As part of our finding your roots project, funded by WNET in New York, we took a look at WHYY employee Shannon McDonald's roots. We learned quite a bit about her maternal grandfather -- William Carl "Bama" Warwick -- last week. This week we focus on where her McDonald surname comes from.

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First Experience

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Little Shop of Horrors: Delaware StyleHere’s a good combination, a down on it’s luck flower shop, an R&B singing man-eating plant, and the worst dentist in the world.  It sounds like the 1986 cult classic “Little Shop of Horrors”.  But in First Experience we give it a Delaware twist and take the plot on stage to the Clear Space Theater in Rehoboth.  Come on behind the scenes.   Watch »

Who's on First

Who's on FirstShirley Min, Mark Eichmann and Nichelle Polston make up the First team. Learn more about them. »
 
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