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Jea Street to Retire From New Castle County Council
Around townJea Street is retiring from the New Castle County Council after more than 20 years on the body.
New Castle County Delaware DeskNov 8, 2026
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New Castle County police warn of missed-jury-duty scam
Police, fire and courtsNew Castle County Police have warned residents about a scam involving claims that they missed jury duty.
New Castle County Delaware DeskNov 6, 2026
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New Castle County Council Pushes Back on Marijuana Zoning Law
Around townNew Castle County Council has pushed back against a state law involving marijuana zoning, but the available details do not establish the council’s specific action.
New Castle County Delaware DeskNov 3, 2026
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New Castle County school taxes set to rise at year end
Around townProperty taxes for every New Castle County school district are set to increase at the end of the year.
New Castle County Delaware DeskOct 31, 2026
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School Choice Opens Monday; County Schools Plan November Open Houses
Business openingsSchool choice opens Monday as New Castle County schools prepare to hold open houses in November.
New Castle County Delaware DeskOct 31, 2026
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New Castle County districts set year-end tax increases
Around townAll New Castle County school districts are set to increase property taxes at the end of the year.
New Castle County Delaware DeskOct 23, 2026
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Delaware DOJ Clears Officers in 2023 Home Invasion Shooting
Police, fire and courtsThe Delaware Department of Justice found New Castle County officers justified in a shooting during a 2023 home invasion.
New Castle County Delaware DeskOct 1, 2026
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NCC Police highlight car-seat installation concern
Police, fire and courtsNew Castle County Police are calling attention to an estimate that about 80% of Delaware car seats are installed incorrectly.
New Castle County Delaware DeskSep 22, 2026
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Two New Castle County newcomers win primary
Around townTwo newcomers in New Castle County and a recorder of deeds challenger won their primary contests.
New Castle County Delaware DeskSep 16, 2026
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Redding Consortium to detail countywide district plan
Around townThe Redding Consortium’s next phase will focus on specifics of a move toward a consolidated New Castle County district.
New Castle County Delaware DeskSep 15, 2026
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Redding Consortium to detail consolidated county district plan
Around townThe consortium’s next phase will focus on defining what a move to a consolidated New Castle County district would involve.
New Castle County Delaware DeskSep 14, 2026