Delaware Currents

Delaware Currents is an independent, nonprofit news organization dedicated to covering the Delaware River and its watershed. Since its founding in 2015, Delaware Currents has sought to host an intelligent conversation about the river’s health and future, recognizing the competing interests among stakeholders and the shared responsibility to protect this vital natural resource. A registered 501(c)(3) organization, Delaware Currents focuses on delivering authoritative, high-quality journalism to engage audiences who live, work, and recreate along the river. Its mission emphasizes both environmental stewardship and community connection, highlighting the Delaware River’s transformation from a polluted waterway decades ago to a thriving ecosystem enjoyed by anglers, hikers, campers, and wildlife enthusiasts. The outlet celebrates the diversity of its audience and seeks to include all voices in the conversation, understanding that the river belongs to no one and everyone. The organization was founded and is led by Meg McGuire, a journalist with 30 years of experience in New York and Connecticut. McGuire transitioned from weekly and daily newspapers to independent online publishing, responding to the evolving media landscape. Under her leadership, Delaware Currents continues to innovate in storytelling, providing news that informs, inspires, and connects people across the four-state watershed while advocating for the preservation and appreciation of one of America’s most vital rivers.