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The Revolutionary spirit

Apr 25, 2017 04:27PM ● By Steven Hoffman

One family’s dedication to preserving Delaware’s Revolutionary War history

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Investigating ghosts in Delaware

Oct 04, 2016 02:59PM ● By Steven Hoffman

Since their start in 2011, the Delaware City Ghost Hunters has performed more than 50 investigations of haunted locations.

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Aetna Hose Hook and Ladder follows their motto: Service for Others

May 10, 2016 08:59AM ● By Richard Gaw

Aetna is very proud of its long history, having been established in 1888.

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A vast storehouse of history is open to everyone at the University of Delaware Library

Oct 02, 2015 02:31PM ● By Steven Hoffman

If you've lived here for decades, or if you're a recent arrival, the wide, diverse aspects of the town's beginnings are a fascinating trail to follow.

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Getting together to remember the Newark that used to be

Apr 30, 2015 02:12PM ● By Steven Hoffman

Nostalgia Fest at the Deer Park grew out of Facebook group

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Church celebrates its 165th anniversary

Feb 16, 2015 11:27AM ● By Kerigan Butt

The St. John African Methodist Church is celebrating its 165th anniversary in 2013.

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A common love of Newark unites a crowd on Facebook

Feb 15, 2015 11:51PM ● By Kerigan Butt

Anyone who grew up in Newark has their favorite memories: Shopping at the elegant Newark Department Store, meeting friends at New England Pizza, catching a matinee at the State Theater, or piling into the family station wagon for an open-air movie at the Newark Drive-In.

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The New Century Club has faded into history

Dec 23, 2014 10:01PM ● By Kerigan Butt

Newark Photo Essay

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A good walk through history

Dec 23, 2014 09:52PM ● By Kerigan Butt

The Green, the stunning, half-mile strip of manicured lawns, gardens and trees that runs nearly the entire length of the University of Delaware's main campus, has a rich history that connects the university's past and present. For generations of students, The Green has served as...

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Remembering the long assault on voting rights

Dec 23, 2014 09:48PM ● By Kerigan Butt

For years, University of Delaware professor and author Gary May has followed his curiosity, and five books have come from it. His latest, a history of the Voting Rights Act, is a compelling tale of bigotry, courage and perseverance

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