Delaware 30 Day News Index

  • Sunbury police give portable cameras a shot

    Police officers in Sunbury soon could be using state-of-the-art miniature video cameras to record everything from traffic stops to the handling of criminal complaints such as domestic violence calls.

  • One admin job filled, one still open in Big Walnut

    Changes in top leadership continue in the Big Walnut Local School District, with Angie Pollock moving into the assistant superintendent position and a Delaware schools administrator named to replace high school Principal Stephen Fujii.

  • Cannon could be centerpiece of new park

    Delaware city officials are asking for the community's support in creating a new memorial to honor veterans.

  • As kids' stress increases, board is there

    Do you think kids are stressed out more today than in previous generations? The answer, unfortunately, is yes. Studies have shown increases in stress, anxiety and depression as compared to a generation ago.

  • City, county remain at odds over funding of extension

    A proposed 50-50 cost-sharing agreement for a portion of the planned Sawmill Parkway extension was met with some skepticism by Delaware City Council last week.

  • Plaudits galore for Hayes class of 2013

    Hats will be flying in Delaware next weekend as the class of 2013 hits the road toward their next stop.

  • With voters' OK, district begins 'exciting work'

    The Delaware City School District is moving full speed ahead now that its bond issue has received the public's support.

  • Delaware County: Delaware police busy with burglary reports

    Delaware police responded to a slew of burglaries during the first half of May.

  • Stratford Ecological Center

    Stratford Ecological Center is at 3083 Liberty Road.

  • Nonprofits accept farmer's donations

    The Porter-Kingston Fire District and the Council for Older Adults were recipients of $2,500 donations, thanks to farmer James Thorpe and America's Farmers Grow Communities.

  • Renovations at schools on track as voters OK bond issue

    The Delaware City School District's bond issue passed easily Tuesday, May 7, with the wide margin of victory surprising district leaders.

  • Delaware: TV, stereo, video-game console taken by thieves

    Three Delaware households lost electronics and other property to thieves in recent burglaries.

  • Disabilities, senior levies glide to easy Election Day wins

    Services for Delaware County's senior citizens and disabled residents will be preserved after voters heartily backed two levies on the ballot Tuesday, May 7.

  • Spring blooms' fleeting nature to be treasured

    Each spring, I eagerly await the emergence of the first woodland wildflowers.

  • Fest celebrates four decades of art

    Delaware artist Mary Morrison will celebrate the 40th anniversary of the Delaware Arts Festival with her 22nd appearance at the show.

  • Preservation Parks news

    For more information about Preservation Parks of Delaware County or to register for a program, call 740-524-8600, ext. 3, or email register@preservationparks.com. The offices of Preservation Parks are at 2656 Hogback Road in Sunbury.

  • Summer camp registration opens

    Registration is under way for Preservation Parks' summer camps for children ages 7 to 10. Fees range from $80 to $110 for a weeklong session.

  • Main Street announces 2013 Design Awards

    Main Street Delaware recently announced its 2013 Design Awards during a May 8 ceremony at Ohio Wesleyan University's Richard M. Ross Art Museum.

  • Schwartz's dream continues at Carlisle's reins

    Carlisle Elementary School soon will welcome a new principal who comes with a background in literacy and a lifelong dream of being an educator.

  • Dog park briefly shut down over parvo virus concerns

    The Alum Creek State Park dog park closed briefly Friday, May 10, after a dog allegedly was diagnosed with the canine parvo virus after a visit there.

  • District leaders surprised, pleased as bond issue cruises to win

    The Delaware City School District’s bond issue passed easily Tuesday, May 7, with the wide margin of victory surprising district leaders.

  • County disabilities board's services rely on levy

    Officials with a Delaware County agency that supports disabled residents say its funding woes can be traced back to federal cuts and a lagging economy.

  • Teachers in spotlight this week

    Around the country, community members, parents and students are celebrating those who teach children in the classroom.

  • Academy offers kids 'quick taste' of police work

    A police academy for Delaware children can open the door to years of opportunities for kids interested in law enforcement.

  • OWU to celebrate graduation May 12

    Ohio Wesleyan University will celebrate its 169th commencement ceremony at 1 p.m. Sunday, May 12, in Phillips Glen, outside Phillips Hall, 50 S. Henry St.

  • Police: Shooting not connected to school

    Joshua Mosley Jr., 18, was arrested Thursday night, May 2, by Delaware police after he allegedly shot another teenager on the playground of Woodward Elementary School, police reports said.

  • Health district to survey county residents

    The Delaware General Health District has announced that 1,250 Delaware County households will be surveyed in the coming weeks about health and lifestyle.

  • Appliance drop-off set for May 11 at Sims

    Local residents can dispose of used appliances, computers and cellphones on Saturday, May 11, at Sims Recycling in Delaware.

  • Sunbury seeks bids for new Town Hall roof

    Sunbury Village Council members unanimously approved an ordinance Wednesday, May 1, to advertise for bids to install either a copper roof or coated galvanized-steel roof on the historic Town Hall this summer.

  • OWU one of 322 'green colleges'

    Ohio Wesleyan University recently was named one of the most environmentally responsible colleges in the United States and Canada, according to The Princeton Review's Guide to 322 Green Colleges.

  • May 23, 2013 | Currently: 72° Partly Cloudy