Former school counselor faces lengthy prison term for child rape
Department of Justice | Department of Justice Press Releases | Newsroom | Date Posted: Tuesday, March 18, 2025
A Fairfax man faces a lengthy prison sentence after pleading no contest to two counts of Rape 2nd Degree. John Arnold will be sentenced later this year and faces a minimum mandatory sentence of 20 years in prison. “Nothing matters more than protecting our kids,” said Attorney General Kathy Jennings. “Our prosecutors will never hesitate […]
Delaware Forest Service Hosts 10th Annual Arborist and Tree Care Seminar
Department of Agriculture | Forest Service | Newsroom | Urban and Community Forestry | Date Posted: Tuesday, March 18, 2025
This seminar is a specialized training event focused on the professional growth of urban forestry and tree care businesses that are committed to sustainable tree care practices and enhancing Delaware’s urban forests. Attendees will gain insight into the latest arborist techniques, principles, and regulations, and how these contribute to the tree care industry and local communities.
Youth-Only Day to Open Upstate Trout Season Saturday, April 5 on New Castle County Streams
Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | Division of Fish and Wildlife | Newsroom | Date Posted: Tuesday, March 18, 2025
DNREC announced that Delaware’s 2025 upstate stream trout season will open for youth under age 16 at 7 a.m. on Saturday, April 5, followed by the opening of the regular trout season for all anglers a half-hour before sunrise the next day, Sunday, April 6. Note: Effective March 22, NO FISHING on any of the upstate trout streams until the respective opening days roll around.
Emergency Sirens Test On April 1, 2025
Delaware Emergency Management Agency | Department of Safety and Homeland Security | Date Posted: Monday, March 17, 2025
The Delaware Emergency Management Agency (DEMA), the Delaware State Police, and Public Service Enterprise Group Inc. (PSEG), will conduct a quarterly test of the Salem/Hope Creek Nuclear Generating Stations Alert and Notification system on Tuesday, April 1st at 7:20 p.m.
Two men indicted and charged in sexual abuse case
Department of Justice | Department of Justice Press Releases | Newsroom | Date Posted: Monday, March 17, 2025
Priest, teacher pending extradition Two men have been arrested and charged on multiple charges of sexual abuse occurring between 1994 and 1996. John Taggart, 80, and Christopher Crisona, 57, are charged with several felonies following an investigation into allegations of abuse at St. Thomas the Apostle School and rectory, as well as other locations. “The […]
