Maria Spano

Maria Spano is a writer, researcher, reporter and editor with over a decade of experience in media. She received her bachelor of arts in communications from Fordham University and began her journalism career as an editor and reporter on staff at Us Weekly magazine in New York. She later became news editor at Life & Style Weekly and has contributed to various national publications, including Cosmopolitan magazine and Architectural Digest, over the years. Maria worked closely with Pulitzer Prize-winning author Buzz Bissinger on Caitlyn Jenner’s autobiography, The Secrets of my Life, and New York Times bestseller, The Mosquito Bowl. The Philadelphia native, now managing editor at Delaware Today, is also a yoga teacher and practitioner and has competed nationally with USA Yoga.

Articles by This Author

Diamond State Roller Derby Fosters Community Through Skating

Behind the Diamond State Roller Derby team’s tough exterior lies a tight-knit family where fierce competition meets heartfelt support.

Lea Carpenter Dishes on Her Delaware Roots and Writing Career

The Wilmington native discusses her new novel and offers insight into how her First State upbringing shapes her work.

Long COVID Remains an Ongoing Battle for Many Delawareans

Years after the pandemic swept the globe, doctors and patients are still grappling with the mysterious symptoms of long COVID, leaving millions wondering when—or if—normalcy will return.

5 Essential Nutrients to Support Aging in Delaware

Aging gracefully requires more than luck; it demands a conscious understanding of the pivotal role essential nutrients and minerals play in the equation.

These 2 Latina Authors Craft Colorful Stories in Delaware

As National Hispanic Heritage Month unfolds (September 15 to October 15), the First State celebrates two remarkable Latina authors, Liz DeJesus and Adriana Camacho-Church, whose stories honor cultural heritage and inspire young minds.

These Fall Festivals at the Delaware Beaches Offer Seasonal Fun

Celebrate autumn in Delaware’s coastal towns with a variety of fairs featuring music, art, history, food and more.

5 Habits to Reduce Muscle Loss, According to Delaware Experts

As the number of candles on our birthday cakes increases, our muscle mass tends to do the opposite.

A Beginner’s Guide to Biohacking in Delaware

The latest trend in anti-aging harnesses technology and nature for optimal health.

Meet Our Best of Delaware Award Winners in 2024

From top restaurants to one-of-a-kind shops, these Best of Delaware winners make the First State a wonderful place to call home.

This Delaware Couple Launched Second Careers in Bethany Beach

Bethany Beach retirees turn their passions into a second career with Scooters by the Beach and Trendy Shore Boutique.

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