Updated 6:56 pm CST, Sunday, November 25, 2018 This photo provided by the Delaware River and Bay Authority shows traffic on the Delaware Memorial Bridge in Pennsville Township, N.J., Sunday, Nov. 25, 2018. A gas leak has shut down the Delaware Memorial Bridge in both directions. (Delaware River and Bay Authority via AP) less This photo provided by the Delaware River and Bay Authority shows traffic on the Delaware Memorial Bridge in Pennsville Township, N.J., Sunday, Nov. 25, 2018. A gas leak has shut down the Delaware Memorial ... more Photo: AP Photo: AP Image 1 of / 1 Caption Close Image 1 of 1 This photo provided by the Delaware River and Bay Authority shows traffic on the Delaware Memorial Bridge in Pennsville Township, N.J., Sunday, Nov. 25, 2018. A gas leak has shut down … [Read more...] about Gas leak closes Delaware Memorial Bridge in both directions
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Delaware named second most likely state to give their dogs turkey on Thanksgiving
Delaware was named the second most likely state to give their dogs turkey on Thanksgiving by Canine Journal.In order to compile the data the group analyzed information pulled just before and after Thanksgiving between 2013 and 2018. They searched the phrase, “Can dogs eat turkey,” in Google trends in U.S. state data.Of the information collected, Montana was named most likely to give their dog turkey, while Delaware followed, as did Alaska, West Virginia, and New Mexico. The states least likely to give their dog a scrap from the table were Wyoming, South Dakota, North Dakota, Kansas, and Arkansas. It's a bit interesting considering the number one state most likely to give their dog turkey (Montana) is neighboring three of those least-likely states. What gives, Dakotas and Wyoming? Maybe these states are overpopulated by veterinarians, so they already know the answer to the question?via GIPHY Dogs can be just as much a part of the family as your crazy Uncle … [Read more...] about Delaware named second most likely state to give their dogs turkey on Thanksgiving
European grocer Lidl to open first Pa. location in Delaware County
German grocery store chain Lidl will finally make its Pennsylvania debut early next month in Delaware County, the company's first regional opening after plans for several other stores fell apart. The company confirmed that it will open a location at 420 MacDade Blvd., in the Folsom section of Ridley Township, on Dec. 5, cutting the ribbon with grand opening special offers for customers. A popular discount market in Europe, Lidl has existing U.S. locations in six East Coast states include New Jersey and Delaware. The company has more than 10,000 stores across Europe. When Lidl first revealed plans for a major U.S. expansion, the company had aimed to open a market in Philadelphia's Port Richmond neighborhood That plan, as well as others in Warminster and the Lehigh Valley, ultimately fell apart as the Lidl's aggressive expansion faltered. In June, a year after Lidl opened its first stores in the U.S., the company replaced its U.S. CEO. Over the first seven months … [Read more...] about European grocer Lidl to open first Pa. location in Delaware County
Former Vice President Joe Biden Adopts Dog From Delaware Shelter
Former Vice President Joe Biden has a new four-legged family member. The Delaware Humane Association said Saturday that Biden and his wife, Jill, have adopted a 10-month-old German Shepherd named Major. Director of Animal Care Kerry Bruni said the Bidens had been providing foster care for the dog in their home for several months and were ready to make the adoption official. Bruni said the former vice president reached out to see if he could help after the association posted on social media earlier this year that it had received a litter of sick German Shepherd puppies. Kate Rivera had an instant connection with this husky, so she decided to adopt her from the Irvine Animal Care Center during Clear the Shelters. (Published Monday, Aug. 20, 2018) Biden recently returned to the campaign trail to stump for Democratic candidates and has said he expects to decide whether to seek the 2020 presidential nomination by early next year. Copyright Associated Press … [Read more...] about Former Vice President Joe Biden Adopts Dog From Delaware Shelter
Delaware Curbing Short-Term Health Plans over Concerns It May Raise Obamacare Premiums
Delaware announced on Monday that it will curb less expensive Obamacare alternatives, known as short-term health plans, due to concerns that they may lead to higher Obamacare premiums. Delaware officials said that fearing higher Obamacare premiums, they will curb cheaper Obamacare alternatives that President Donald Trump expanded through executive orders.Trump expanded short-term limited-duration health insurance plans through an executive order in October 2017, which often cost less than Obamacare plans because they do not have to comply with all of Obamacare’s insurance regulations. Americans can purchase short-term health plans for as many as to 36 months, which serve as a less expensive option for those who cannot afford Obamacare insurance plans. Fearing increased health insurance premiums, Delaware will curb short-term health plans in the state for three months to curb Delaware citizens’ consumer freedom in the state. According to the U.S. Department of Health and … [Read more...] about Delaware Curbing Short-Term Health Plans over Concerns It May Raise Obamacare Premiums