Local News for Newark, Delaware

Local News for Newark, Delaware
delawareonline.com - RSS - Communities \| Newark Bear woman arrested in convenience store robbery Newark police charged her with first-degree robbery and third-degree assault, said agency spokesman Lt. Mark Farrall. The robbery occurred about 4:45 p.m. at the Sunoco Gas Station at 1106 S. College Ave. More... Newark OKs building plan with fewer rental units Newark City Council members approved plans for a mixed-use residential building on East Delaware Avenue Monday night in a vote that could signal a shift in the board's approach to parking requirements for new developments downtown. More... Anything Once: Cupcakes for Valentine's Day VIDEO: In the spirit of Valentine's Day, reporter Ashley Barnas learns how Newark's SAS Cupcakes obtains icing perfection and manages to sell more than a thousand cupcakes each day. More... Ogletown apartment fire leaves 20 people displaced An early-morning fire at the Harbor Club Apartments in Ogletown displaced 20 people from their homes and caused about $150,000 in damage Saturday, authorities said. More... Fire damages Ogletown apartments UPDATE: The State Fire Marshal's Office has determined the fire at the Harbor Club Apartments on Cheswold Boulevard, reported at about 1:30 a.m., was caused by a candle in a basement apartment. One person was treated for smoke inhalation. More... Exceptional Care provides lifeline for kids in... Apparently, Shontae Butler is a diva. The glittering purple painted on her fingernails, her well-coiffed hair and her smile easily give that away. And boy, did she get angry when the therapist turned off Mary Poppins so the other kids could play the Wii. More... Suspect in Newark rape attempt arrested in... Homeless man suspected of attempting to rape a 30-year-old Newark woman in a field near Phillips Park More... 4th suspect arrested in double homicide A 23-year-old Newark man wanted in connection with a drug-related double homicide last month at the Harbor Club Apartments was arrested Saturday by U.S. Marshal deputies in Philadelphia, police said. More... Rape victim thrown from window A 17-year-old Wilmington girl remained hospitalized Monday after being raped early Sunday and thrown from a second-floor window during a party in Newark, police said. More... Feeney Roser to take over as next Newark city... For its next city planner, Newark has chosen a longtime employee who helped lead the revitalization of the city's downtown. More... Cooke declines deal in UD case WILMINGTON -- Accused killer James E. Cooke Jr. had a chance to save his own life on Friday but passed on the opportunity when he appeared in court. More... Police say New Castle man fled after crash A 61-year-old New Castle man was arrested Tuesday night after he hit a vehicle stopped at a red light in Newark, kept driving and ignored commands to stop, police said. He also struggled with officers, Newark Police said. More... Articles last updated at Feb 22, 2012 18:23:32pm. Next update in 7 minutes.