Members of the Bethany Beach Volunteer Fire Company tested modern extrication tools to improve rescue efficiency and ensure faster, safer responses to emergencies.
Emma Aken
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About
Emma Aken joined CoastTV News in July of 2024, after graduating from Penn State with a Bachelor’s degree in Journalism and a minor in business. While at CoastTV, she’s reported on everything from breaking news, continued investigative coverage, spot news, development stories and a variety of other local issues.
Emma is currently the Weekend Anchor, producing and anchoring the 6 and 11 p.m. newscasts on Saturdays and Sundays.While at Penn State, she was involved in Penn State Network News, where she grew even more passionate about the news industry. Emma is from Rochester, New York. She loves summer, traveling and spending time with her friends and family. For as long as she can remember, Emma has enjoyed writing, filming and storytelling. She is honored to tell the stories of those along the coast.
To contact her with story ideas, email her at eaken@wrde.com.
The Delaware Division of Public Health is offering free testing, vaccinations and health services through its mobile units at multiple locations across Sussex County in March.
The Delaware Department of Correction said a 60-year-old inmate serving a murder sentence died March 20 at Bayhealth Hospital, Kent Campus after his health deteriorated while in custody.
A proposed Delaware bill would allow independent voters to participate in primary elections, potentially opening the process to thousands of currently excluded voters.
A Delaware family reflects on generations of memories tied to their grandparents’ farmhouse near Milton, which was recently demolished, but whose legacy lives on through their stories and shared history. This Coastal Connection is sponsored by Baths by Spicer Bros.
A proposed Delaware healthcare bill aimed at lowering costs and boosting primary care is facing pushback from hospitals and providers who warn it could lead to job losses and reduced services.
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore has declared a State of Preparedness as severe storms capable of producing damaging winds, hail and possible tornadoes are expected to move across the state Monday.
Delmarva Power says it is preparing crews and equipment for possible severe storms expected to bring strong winds, lightning and potential tornadoes to the region, while urging customers to take steps now to prepare for possible power outages.
The 10th and final Southern Delaware Wine, Food and Music Festival will take place May 30 in Rehoboth Beach, featuring tastings from local restaurants, live music and a charity benefit supporting mental health resources for hospitality workers.