4+ week, 1+ day ago   (340+ words) A new report on pollution in Pennsylvania's waterways shows that Delaware's creeks may not always be safe for swimming. The report from PennEnvironment tested more than 600 sites around Pennsylvania's waterways for fecal indicator bacteria, and some of those sites hover…...

1+ mon, 3+ week ago   (62+ words) Hundreds of thousands of North Carolina state employees, teachers, retirees and dependents will see changes to their health coverage as the State Health Plan rolls out a new system in 2027. Hundreds of thousands of North Carolina state employees, teachers, retirees…...

1+ mon, 3+ week ago   (304+ words) North Carolina has implemented a new initiative, the 2026-2029 Traumatic Brain Injury State Action Plan, to enhance support systems and improve access to services for residents living with traumatic brain injuries. The plan officially went into effect July 1, state health officials…...

2+ mon, 3+ day ago   (52+ words) The trustees on Friday approved UNC Health and Novant as providers. The group also approved Blue Cross NC as a third-party administrator starting in 2028. The trustees on Friday approved UNC Health and Novant as providers. The group also approved Blue…...

2+ mon, 1+ week ago   (172+ words) Health officials are monitoring a growing outbreak of a parasitic infection in at least two states, including North Carolina. North Carolina has had several known cases of cyclosporiasis. The illness comes from ingesting something infected with the parasite. “This is…...

2+ mon, 3+ week ago   (715+ words) Kratom, a supplement federal officials say carries addiction and serious health risks, is largely unregulated and widely sold in Delaware – an issue lawmakers are moving to confront. A bill sponsored by state House Rep. Melanie Ross Levin would mandate any…...

4+ mon, 5+ day ago   (74+ words) A Delaware County elementary teacher who is recovering from an aggressive and rare cancer was honored and surprised on Friday by the Phillies with a pep rally at the school. Siafa Lewis has more on the surprise. A Delaware County…...

4+ mon, 1+ week ago   (608+ words) Two local high school students turned a class project into a lasting impact among seniors with cognitive decline. Through their volunteer work, they raised money to create memory care bags, develop meaningful connections—and spread awareness. Abby Howie and Ella…...

4+ mon, 1+ week ago   (734+ words) So many well-meaning people attempt to help wildlife in the springtime, but in most situations, the best thing you can do for the animal is to leave it alone. Taking a wild animal from the wild not only decreases its…...

4+ mon, 1+ week ago   (368+ words) A new Delaware bill takes aim at insurance access for mental health care. About 1 in 5 adults report experiencing a mental health condition, according to the bill. However, many individuals face delays or barriers when trying to access care – even if…...