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Andrew Sharp
Andrew Sharp has worked as a journalist around the Delmarva Peninsula for eight years. He launched The Delaware Independent in August 2021 as an effort to help restore local news coverage.
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I’ve worked in journalism for almost a decade around
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Phillis Wheatley School: The story behind the nameThe sign
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Delaware Beach Life
Surfing the Gray Wave - Delaware Beach
What happened to the Delaware Independent?
If you came to this site looking for the Delaware
A farewell: The end for the Delaware Independent
Almost a year ago, the Delaware Independent launched with a
Tiny homes: With average houses too pricey, some want to try shrinking them
Minimal.
Like one-word ledes, the tiny home movement aims to
Seaford grad plays a role in stunning telescope photos; other local news
In this week's newsletter: A downstate native makes an impact at NASA, a meadery is coming to downtown Seaford, and other local events and happenings.
Housing crisis: Why are so few developers building affordable homes?
The critical shortage of affordable housing in southern Delaware prompts
This was a tough year for teachers and students, as behavior issues increased
Veteran middle school teacher Giffin Bowen has learned ways to