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Welcome to Delaware Public Media, the first and only public media news service founded in Delaware and dedicated to covering the unique issues, events, personalities, and culture of Delaware. Delaware Public Media presents high-quality statewide news in a rich combination of audio, video, and text. You can find us on air, 24/7, at WDDE 91.1 FM. And you can live stream WDDE anytime, anywhere from y

our computer, smartphone, and devices by simply clicking the "Listen live" button at delawarepublic.org. Or download any of the free or low-cost radio apps and make WDDE-FM a favorite. You can also listen on 91.7 WMPH in Wilmington. As an NPR member station, WDDE 91.1 FM features the best in national and international news programming from NPR and other high-quality sources as well as exclusive Delaware news from our own Delaware Public Media News staff headquartered in Dover. WDDE-FM began broadcasting on August 17, 2012 from our studio and offices on the Delaware State University campus in Dover. We are proud to operate in a unique collaboration with Delaware State University and the University of Delaware. At the delawarepublic.org home page you’ll find multimedia coverage of Delaware, including links to 24/7 live streaming audio coverage, archived stories from Delaware Public Meida and its online predecessor, DFM News, and timely special events coverage from political debates to concerts. Delaware Public Media is a Delaware media innovation that exists because of the help we receive from devoted supporters statewide. We are deeply grateful, and we’re counting on this enthusiasm to sustain Delaware Public Media and make it a permanent, vigorous institution producing the best-quality journalism in the public interest.

State Sen. Wilson asks to join taxpayer suit against the DSPCState lawmaker Dave Wilson (R-Lincoln) seeks to join the ta...
09/02/2026

State Sen. Wilson asks to join taxpayer suit against the DSPC

State lawmaker Dave Wilson (R-Lincoln) seeks to join the taxpayer lawsuit filed in July against the Diamond State Port Corporation and Enstrucutre.

Full Story → https://www.delawarepublic.org/politics-government/2026-09-02/state-sen-wilson-asks-to-join-taxpayer-suit-against-the-dspc



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State lawmaker Dave Wilson (R-Lincoln) seeks to join the taxpayer lawsuit filed in July against the Diamond State Port Corporation and Enstrucutre.

AAA: record high gas prices expected for Labor Day weekendTravelers on Labor Day will see higher gas prices than normal....
09/01/2026

AAA: record high gas prices expected for Labor Day weekend

Travelers on Labor Day will see higher gas prices than normal.

Full Story → https://www.delawarepublic.org/business/2026-09-01/aaa-record-high-gas-prices-expected-for-labor-day-weekend



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Travelers on Labor Day will see higher gas prices than normal.

Sussex County passes first ever forest preservation ordinance for developersSussex County passes its first ever ordinanc...
09/01/2026

Sussex County passes first ever forest preservation ordinance for developers

Sussex County passes its first ever ordinance requiring developers engage in forest preservation efforts.

Full Story → https://www.delawarepublic.org/politics-government/2026-09-01/sussex-county-passes-first-ever-forest-preservation-ordinance-for-developers



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Sussex County passes its first ever ordinance requiring developers engage in forest preservation efforts.

Working group meets for first time to address property assessment standardsA new working group will suggest statewide st...
09/01/2026

Working group meets for first time to address property assessment standards

A new working group will suggest statewide standards for property reassessment, per a piece of legislation passed in June.

Full Story → https://www.delawarepublic.org/politics-government/2026-09-01/working-group-meets-for-first-time-to-make-recommendations-on-property-assessment



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A new working group will suggest statewide standards for property reassessment, per a piece of legislation passed in June.

Cape Henlopen seeks a big package of state aid for school expansionTopping the list is a request for nearly $40 million ...
09/01/2026

Cape Henlopen seeks a big package of state aid for school expansion

Topping the list is a request for nearly $40 million in state funding to expand Cape Henlopen High School, adding space for another 600 students.

Full Story → https://www.delawarepublic.org/education/2026-09-01/cape-henlopen-seeks-a-big-package-of-state-aid-for-school-expansion



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Topping the list is a request for nearly $40 million in state funding to expand Cape Henlopen High School, adding space for another 600 students.

Delaware election coverage is available on-air, online, and on the DPM App!Check out the latest episode of The Green wit...
09/01/2026

Delaware election coverage is available on-air, online, and on the DPM App!

Check out the latest episode of The Green with Tom Byrne for interviews with the Delawareans running for office:
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Georgetown hosts addiction awareness nightGeorgetown holds an addiction awareness night, bringing together agencies from...
08/31/2026

Georgetown hosts addiction awareness night

Georgetown holds an addiction awareness night, bringing together agencies from across Sussex County.

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Georgetown holds an addiction awareness night, bringing together agencies from across Sussex County.

Lewes plans a lantern festival to celebrate the holidaysFor the event, the Public Art Committee will buy premade paper l...
08/31/2026

Lewes plans a lantern festival to celebrate the holidays

For the event, the Public Art Committee will buy premade paper lanterns and other supplies, and hold several classes to teach attendees how to decorate them.

Full Story → https://www.delawarepublic.org/arts/2026-08-31/lewes-plans-a-lantern-festival-to-celebrate-the-holidays



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For the event, the Public Art Committee will buy premade paper lanterns and other supplies, and hold several classes to teach attendees how to decorate them.

C***s decries federal immigration policies, celebrates work of Jewish Family Services to support refugeesDelaware immigr...
08/28/2026

C***s decries federal immigration policies, celebrates work of Jewish Family Services to support refugees

Delaware immigration advocates and Sen. Chris C***s held a round table to hear from refugees and immigrants about their situations and needs, as federal support for refugee services drops dramatically.

Full Story → https://www.delawarepublic.org/2026-08-28/coons-decries-federal-immigration-policies-celebrates-work-of-jewish-family-services-to-support-refugees



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Delaware immigration advocates and Sen. Chris C***s held a round table to hear from refugees and immigrants about their situations and needs, as federal support for refugee services drops dramatically.

Milford Museum gives an update on its move to a new spaceThe museum reached an agreement with the city in 2024 to move i...
08/28/2026

Milford Museum gives an update on its move to a new space

The museum reached an agreement with the city in 2024 to move into the old police station. Museum officials say, the first phase of that move is well underway.

Full Story → https://www.delawarepublic.org/culture-lifestyle-sports/2026-08-28/milford-museum-gives-an-update-on-its-move-to-a-new-space



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The museum reached an agreement with the city in 2024 to move into the old police station. Museum officials say, the first phase of that move is well underway.

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