
Johnny Perez-Gonzalez reports on the state of Delaware for WHYY News. Johnny graduated from the University of Delaware and previously worked for WHYY as part of the Delaware Community Foundation internship program.
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New certificate program aims to reduce Delaware’s ‘severe shortages’ of special education teachers
To help alleviate the shortage of special educators, the U.S. Dept. of Education awarded a Del. State professor a grant to develop a special education certification.
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Southern Delaware group provides cold weather shelter for women
The Shepherd's Office in Southern Delaware takes proactive measures by providing cold weather shelter for women, addressing the lack of resources.
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New Castle County launches police accountability board to address systemic policing issues
The county’s new police accountability board aims to confront and address systemic issues within policing.
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Listen 1:11Cooking up success, southern Delaware kitchen incubator aims for culinary revolution
The Georgetown facility provides a much-needed solution for business owners facing challenges in finding a place to cook in southern Delaware.
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Empowering minds, nourishing souls: Delaware’s Melissa Tracy is among Global Teacher Prize finalists
Wilmington teacher Melissa Tracy earns international recognition as the only American finalist in the Global Teacher Prize.
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Listen 1:05Delaware teacher creates ‘bocce ramp’ to support play for students of all abilities
Frank Hughes started with building a catapult in 2012. Since then, he’s built more than 50 devices to help students of all abilities to play.
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$71 million Delaware Memorial Bridge resurfacing project finished, all lanes to reopen this month
After two years of disruptions, drivers will soon be able to travel over the newly resurfaced twin spans more smoothly.
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Biden said the federal money will transform Amtrak’s Northeast Corridor and pave the way for faster trains, fewer delays, and improved infrastructure.
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Food Bank of Delaware readies for its busiest season amid growing food insecurity
More Delawareans are seeking help putting food on the table, in part due to rising food prices.
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The foundation helps transform school gardens into outdoor classrooms to promote nature appreciation and healthier eating habits.
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Listen 1:19Effort to revitalize southeastern Wilmington highlighted in ‘Opportunity LIVES Here’ project
Plans to transform Wilmington's southeastern side offer hope of economic improvements for the community.
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Listen 1:21New Castle County’s ‘100 EV Plugs Plan’ advances clean transportation and economic growth
The ‘100 EV Plugs Plan’ uses funding from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to add electric vehicle charging plugs at parks and libraries.
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