Parents

DNREC investigates 1,744 environmental complaints in fist 6 months of year...

DNREC releases environmental enforcement statistics for first half of 2010; Arrests for illegal dumping up 140 percent over last year attributed to TrashStoppers program

No excuses... how parents can REALLY help their children this school year!... 

Here are ten really good tips on making sure that both you and your child feel good about maximizing the coming school year.

If you read one book this summer... make it this one...

Every so often you read a book that moves you in great ways.

Such is the case for me with the worldwide best seller Angels in My Hair by Irish author Lorna Byrne. Byrne claims that she has seen and communicated with Angels since the time she can first remember as an infant....

How much fish is safe to eat during pregnancy?...

If you're pregnant, you may feel like you need to become a nutrition expert overnight. After all, what you eat and drink — and what you avoid — influences your baby's development.

U.S. News and World Reports names Christina Care one of nation's best...

In its annual Best Hospital edition, US News & World Report places Christiana Care’s Department of Medicine and Department of Surgery among the top 50 listings in 2 specialties – Gastroenterology and Urology.

New Bill limits drug "doctor shopping" in Delaware...

Surrounded by medical professionals at Christiana Hospital and the nation's leader on drug control policy, Governor Jack Markell today signed into law an effort designed to reduce prescription drug abuse by limiting "doctor shopping" by addicts.

Gov. Markell signs Bill allowing civil suits for sex abuse by health care providers...

Governor Jack A. Markell signed legislation on Tuesday that allows victims who are sexually abused by a health care provider to file suit any time after the abuse took place.

Fort Delaware’s ‘Appetite for Apparitions’ offers dinner and ghost stories on July 31...

 Visitors will have the rare opportunity to visit Fort Delaware on a Saturday evening for dinner and a ghostly presentation during dessert by local folklorist and author Ed Okonowicz.
 

DNREC, Dept. of Agriculture and UD partner with Middletown on reclaimed wastewater for farming spray irrigation

The Town of Middletown, in conjunction with the Department of Natural Resources, the Department of Agriculture and the University of Delaware, unveiled its recently expanded “greener” wastewater program

June, 2010 was the hottest month on record!...

 Last month was the warmest June on record worldwide, according to a report from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.

Delaware officials issue safety warnings for lakes and ponds...

Several Delaware agencies have issued water advisories for Delaware state and municipal lakes and ponds to alert the public to the presence of blue-green algae, now being seen on local ponds, and its possible harmful effects on people and animals.

Delaware home buyers may get cash for "Going Green"...

Buyers of new home construction in Delaware may be eligible for rebates of $3,000 to $6,000 to upgrade their homes to national "green" building standards.

Some common sense Do's and Don'ts of hospital visits...

It can be difficult to visit a patient in the hospital, but you can have a positive influence on your friend or loved one's recovery if you follow some simple visitor guidelines. Knowing the do's and don'ts may give you the confidence you need.

Popular Fort Delaware candlelight "Ghost Tours" are back...

 After a very successful 2009 season, Fort Delaware State Park will offer the very popular Candlelight Ghost Tours throughout the 2010 summer season beginning Saturday, June 26.

Legislation filed that would better protect Delaware patients...

Bills that are being filed today to strengthen patient protections and improve oversight of the medical profession in response to the Earl Bradley case. 

Ship is prepared for transfer to Delaware to become an artificial reef...

The ex-USS Arthur W. Radford will be the biggest artificial reef in the Atlantic Ocean. The 563-foot-long Radford is scheduled to go down later this year near Indian River Inlet.

Delaware Legislation makes universal recycling a reality...

This plan, which had bipartisan support, is comprehensive, cost-effective and practical. It's designed to dramatically increase recycling while reducing burdens on businesses and restraining the cost of waste."

 

DuPont receives okay for genetically altered soybean...

DuPont announced it has reached a regulatory milestone and the final step of the U.S. regulatory process with confirmation from the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) that its Plenish™ high oleic soybean trait has been approved for cultivation in the United States.

Yes... Delaware is home to coyotes in all three counties, but not to worry...

Delaware Division of Fish and Wildlife Biologist Joe Rogerson cautions people to remember that coyotes are wild animals. Like any wild animal, they should be treated with caution and respect and not approached.

How to treat sunburn, and when to see a doctor...

Unfortunately, there's no fast-fix sunburn treatment. Once you have sunburn, the damage is done — although it may take 12 to 24 hours after sun exposure to know the full extent and severity of sunburn, and several days or more for your skin to begin to heal.

Poison Ivy Treatment and Prevention

If you are exposed, according to the FDA, you should quickly (within 10 minutes):first, cleanse exposed areas with rubbing alcohol.

New Lung Cancer drug shows extraordinary promise...

More than 90 percent of the 82 patients in a study saw their tumors shrink after two months on the drug, Pfizer Inc.'s crizotinib, (crih-ZAH-tin-ib), researchers reported.

Indian River School District honored for "Superstars WIns for 2010"

Officials from the Delaware State Chamber of Commerce recently visited two local schools and the Board of Education to honor the Indian River School District for winning numerous Superstars in Education awards in 2010.

AstraZeneca donates $1 million to support the renovation and expansion of Wilmington Hospital 

The donation will go toward a $210 million investment that will help the hospital continue its mission of building a healthy community for the city of Wilmington and surrounding region. 
White House targets 14M for Boxwood Road Fisker Plant... Governor Markell offers thanks for Federal support...

Chris Coons receives major endorsement...

Incumbent New Castle County Executive Chris Coons has received the endorsement of the Delaware State Education Association in his bid to defeat Mike Castle for the Delaware U.S. Senate seat in November.

Understanding Fear of Heights, and What You Can Do About It...

More than twenty-six million Americans suffer from a phobia: an involuntary, paralyzing fear of an object or situation. Of the over two hundred phobias that have been identified, one of the most common is acrophobia, the fear of heights

DeDOT is Accepting Orders for the Delaware Highway Memorial Garden

The Memorial Garden provides an opportunity for friends and family to remember a loved one who was killed in a traffic fatality on a Delaware roadway by ordering a free, personalized engraved brick for placement in the garden's pathway.
A Schoolnite.net telephone poll shows the U.S. Senate race in Delaware as a bit tighter than has been reported in the past several months.
WDEL-AM radio's Allan Loudell has been a top-notch news anchor in the Wilmington market since 1987. What makes Loudell's newscasts so special are the daily live phone interviews he does with newsmakers and news analysts, both local, and from around the world....
 Lieutenant Governor Matt Denn announced today that Howard High School of Technology in Wilmington and W. Reily Brown Elementary School in Dover had received the state’s first two Excellence in Parental Involvement awards.

FDA Approves a Cellular Immunotherapy for Men with Advanced Prostate Cancer

The Food and Drug Administration on Thursday approved its first-ever cancer vaccine, ushering in a new era of cancer treatments.

Sleep apnea in men is linked to higher risk of stroke...

Obstructive sleep apnea is associated with an increased risk of stroke in middle-aged and older adults, especially men, according to new results from a landmark study

Mentors make all the difference at Frankford Elementary School

At Frankford Elementary School in the Indian River School District, some of the state's most impoverished students are assisted by a group of no less than 170 mentors.

Understanding Chronic Fatigue Syndrome...

Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) is a complicated disorder characterized by extreme fatigue that may worsen with physical or mental activity, but doesn't improve with rest. Although there are many theories about what causes this condition — ranging from viral infections to psychological stress — in most cases the cause is still unknown.

Traffic Light Cameras Coming to 10 Additional Delaware Intersections by End of Summer...

The Department of Transportation announces that ten additional red light cameras are expected to be installed at locations throughout the state by early summer.
DSHA makes 250 million available for Delaware home buyers...

Delaware State Housing Authority (DSHA)

announced $250 million in bonds are available for affordable home loans, which includes a set aside of 10 % (up to $25 million) for new construction home purchases.

Lewes Polar Bear Plunge raises over one-half million for Special Olympics...

The Lewes Polar Bear Plunge for Special Olympics raised more than half a million dollars on Sunday, March 14. More than 2,300 "Bears" gathered in Rehoboth Beach for a brief, chilly plunge into 42 degree water to benefit Special Olympics Delaware.

Americans will see immediate benefits as the result of Congress passing  healthcare reform.

Here are 10 immediate benefits that may affect your family!

Spring is coming... and so is the danger of Lyme disease...

In Delaware, as many of 50 percent of all deer ticks may be infested with the bacterium that causes Lyme Disease

Princeton researchers show high fructose corn syrup causes big weight gains...

A Princeton University research team has demonstrated that all sweeteners are not equal:  Rats with access to high-fructose corn syrup gained significantly more weight...
A Delaware Agency offer help for gambling addiction!...

A Delaware Agency offers real help for gambling problems. 

The Delaware Council on Problem Gambling in Wilmington offers real help for the up to 5 percent of all gamblers who are addicted... video

Rev. Dale Dunning helps the hungary in Sussex County...

It may be just soup...but when Rev. Dale Dunning serves it up, it becomes much more. The Lewes minister makes hearty, steaming soup for those in need, but her ministry does far more.

New study says abstinence-only education may work after all...

A new study published this month in the Archives of Pediatric & Adolescent Medicine reports that 6th and 7th grade students who go through abstinence-only education classes are significantly more likely to delay having sex in the next two years.

Bombay Hook National Wildlife Refuge

Bombay Hook is nature's paradise right in our backyard. This refuge offers families a chance to get close up and personal to many kinds of wildlife... perfect for photographers!... video

Are textbooks in Delaware on the way out?

Are textbooks going the way of dinosaurs? The short answer is yes. With the advent of affordable Internet technology the paradigm of learning from textbooks is quickly evolving...
Delaware's Public Archives is a great spot for the whole family.

The Delaware Public Archives...

The Delaware Public Archives is located in Dover, Delaware and is an absolutely must visit for a family outing. From viewing historic First State documents, to researching family history, the Archives has it all... Here are two videos for you!

Blood Bank of Delmarva...

What we should all know about giving blood and saving lives... it's easier than you think!...

Thinking of a new four-legged family member!

Here's the American Kennel Club's top 10 dog breeds for this year and some info on each. Please consider visiting Delaware's great animal shelters like Faithful Friends, Delaware Humane Society and the SPCA locations! 

Fear of Public Speaking...

The fear of speaking in front of others is rated as the number one or two fear (depending on what research you look at... snakes are right up there, too!) affecting us. Yet, some common sense precautions will help you feel much more comfortable the next time you are tasked with public speaking!

2009 H1N1 Flu...

2009 H1N1 (sometimes called "Swine Flu") is a new influenza virus causing illness in people. This new virus was first detected in people in the U.S. in April 2009. Learn all about it, and how to avoid it in with this information from the CDC...

100 most often misspelled words in the English Language...

Have fun with these 100 words that are very often misspelled in writing. Test yourself on several words per day, and soon you will be spelling with the best of them...

Healing spinal cord injuries is one step closer...

Researchers and doctors have known how to regenerate nerves for some time. The problem has been getting the nerves to get around scar tissue caused by injuries. That may now be possible...

Dover doctor brings hope to poor nations!...

Dr. Ray Sukimur of Dover has invented and patented a mobile pathology business that is exciting health officials across the world. He calls his idea... "Healthcare in Motion." Learn all about it....

Should your child receive and allowance?...

Absolutely say most experts. Since we live in a money-based economy, the sooner your children learn the value of money... the better!

One shot of gene therapy cures congenital blindness in children...

Researchers at the University of Pennsylvania announce a truly remarkable breakthrough in curing congenital blindness in children.

Amy Bowen,  (teacher of the year) North Dover Elementary, Dover, DE

Tips from teachers on how parents can maximize the summer break to ensure that their children do enough reading and other activities to guarantee a smooth start to a new school year!
Breast Cancer preventative drugs offer hope, challenges... an examination of some of the issues that must be considered...
A visit to old New Castle remains one of the best choices for family outings in our First State..... Surround yourself with history and grab a bite a one of the great local restaurants nearby. 

Financial Aid Overview...

 The thought of paying for a college education is enough to give heartburn to any high school senior and their parents. Here is an overview of the financial aid process... Understanding the system is the first step to getting the money to attend the college of your choice! 

Understanding Early Decision Applications to College...

Many high school seniors wonder about applying for early decision from the college of their choice. There are some details that you should know about if you decide to apply early... 

 

Bullying in Delaware... Just Say NO!...

Delaware's Legislature and Department of Education make sure that kids who bully are dealt with quickly and effectively. Here is everything you need to know about the issue of bullying in our schools...
Mr. Allen Bernstein's Talented and Gifted (TAG) program at Brandywine Springs Elementary School is highly rated and very, very popular with students and parents...

Stop Speeding

Did you know that most of Delaware’s speed related fatal and injury crashes occur in the afternoons and evenings on secondary roads?  Speed is a leading contributing factor in Delaware’s traffic deaths, second only to DUI!  This month we are focusing on Speeding and Aggressive Driving...

Tips For Parents Helping Their Kids With Math

Want to ensure your child's success in Math? So do we. On the math page, you'll find loads of videos to help you use successful techniques to help you assist your child in understanding their math assignments. Start watching now, and begin providing your child with a stable educational base.