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April Doyle of Smyrna took this photo of geese migrating by the moon in Smyrna on Oct. 20
GOVERNMENT
DOVER — Gov. John Carney has announced a list of judicial appointments and renominations for Senate consideration ahead of the body’s Dec. 16 extraordinary session to vet such business. …
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DOVER — This coming Monday’s regular Board of Adjustment meeting features five public hearings, two of which have received nothing but supportive comments from the public, and two that …
Community
During the holidays, it can be difficult for some families to prepare large dinners. However, organizers from Project Soulful and Rare Air wanted to alleviate some of that Thanksgiving stress and hosted their Turkeygiving food-distribution event Nov. 23 in Milford.
Business
SEAFORD – A projected $60 million investment is breathing new life into the once vibrant Nylon Capital Shopping Center. Progress continues at the 22-acre site, and soon developers will be …
Transportation
DOVER —Delaware Secretary of Transportation Nicole Majeski and Delaware Transit Corporation CEO John Sisson were joined Dec. 2 by state and local officials, Delaware Transit Corporation …
Bay to the Beach magazine is a quarterly labor of love. I always tell people that the magazine is like a regional travel guide: “We’re trying to highlight cool places around the peninsula …
Business
REHOBOTH BEACH — Palm Beach Bar and Grill recently celebrated its grand opening with the Rehoboth Beach – Dewey Beach Chamber of Commerce, it announced. Owners James Petion and …
Things to Do
DOVER — The President of the Delaware Botanic Gardens at Pepper Creek, Raymond Sander, announced Dec. 6 is the date of the gardens’ virtual annual meeting, scheduled for 3 p.m. The …
Traffic
REHOBOTH BEACH — The city expects more than 3,000 runners to participate in the Rehoboth Beach Seashore Marathon and Half-Marathon set for Dec. 7, beginning around 7 a.m. The city …
Environment
DOVER — Delaware State Park annual passes and surf fishing permits are now being sold at any state park office and at the Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental …
Things to Do
GEORGETOWN — Sussex County government will celebrate its annual food drive effort during its 41st annual Caroling on The Circle event, beginning at 6 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 5, in downtown …
Health
DEWEY BEACH — Dewey Goes Pink raised a record-breaking $365,000 for the Delaware Breast Cancer Coalition (DBCC). This annual event, held Oct. 5, has raised over $1.5 million in its 13 …
Business
MILFORD – Fur Baby Pet Resort made a holiday donation of pet food valued at $36,970 to help shelters in Delaware and Maryland support animals in need.   They partnered with Cat …
City Government
SEAFORD – Potentially ahead of anticipated rescheduling of cannabis by the federal government, licensed, state regulated sale of recreational adult use marijuana could be coming to the city via …
Things to Do
HARRINGTON – Santa is taking a break in his busy schedule to attend Breakfast with Santa at the Harrington Fire Company on Dec. 8 from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. Breakfast will be buffet style with …
BUSINESS
Three small businesses based in Kent County were among 10 recipients of the fall 2024 Encouraging Development, Growth and Expansion grants awarded Nov. 20.
Health
SEAFORD — TidalHealth Nanticoke announces its third quarter 2024 Team Members of the Quarter. Administrative & Support Services member Rebekah Shirey, supply chain operations …
Health
La Red Health Center CEO Brian Olson was recently recognized by the Delaware Rural Health Initiative (DRHI) on National Rural Health Day, Nov. 21, as a Community Star.
Health
DOVER — Early detection is critical in the fight against breast cancer. The sooner cancer is found, the more treatment options are available, and the better the chances of long-term …
DEVELOPMENT
The Middleford Speedway will continue to offer dirt track racing in Seaford, but it remains to be seen if Sussex County officials will grant its request to add more vehicle classes.
Community
Georgetown's Circle will come alive with the true reason for the holiday season the evening of Dec. 22. The Good Ole Boy Foundation’s Live Nativity on the Georgetown Circle will celebrate the birth of Jesus, using actors in period dress.
development
GEORGETOWN — With just two meetings of the sitting board of Sussex County Council remaining before three new members replace three incumbents in January, the planning and zoning commission are …
GOVERNMENT
DOVER— Since the General Assembly was expanded to 62 members in 1965, the “Delaware Way” thrived as Democrats and Republicans traded party control of the First State. During …
Community
CHEER’s annual effort to deliver holiday comfort to Sussex County’s homebound individuals resumes Dec. 25.
BUSINESS
Planet Fitness is loving the northern Kent County area, and apparently, the feeling is mutual. The Smyrna fitness center opened Nov. 15 and already boasts around 1,500 members, a number that is steadily growing, said senior general manager, Jagger Wolf.
Seeds of need
At its core, the Delaware Community Foundation is a nonprofit that partners with donors to build opportunity and advance equity, collecting and distributing monies in a variety of ways. But it also establishes new avenues of giving.
SEEDS OF NEED
Elaine Straughn eased into helping people in need, back in 2017. The retired computer programmer moved to the Kent County area from New Jersey and was “looking for something to do because I couldn’t sit still,” she recalled.
BUSINESS
Small Business Saturday, on tap this weekend, continues to gain traction.
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GEORGETOWN – The 4 th Annual Jimmy Boyer Christmas Train Show, hosted by the Georgetown Historical Society, will be held Saturdays beginning Nov. 30 and running through Dec. 21. Free and …

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MILFORD – “The Nutcracker” is back for the holiday season. DanceCompany-X is putting on “The Nutcracker” at Milford High School on Dec. 6 and Dec. 7. Michele …
The lighting of Christmas trees is a surefire way to jump-start the holidays. The Delaware Hospice Center did just that Friday through Sunday during its 37th annual Festival of Trees, when the hallways and conference room were filled with all sorts of seasonal decor.
MILFORD – The Milford Museum will present a program titled “Memories of a Milford High School Teacher” at the Milford Public Library on Dec. 7 at 1 p.m. The program will …
BUSINESS
DOVER—Hangry Joe’s Hot Chicken & Wings opened in Dover on Nov. 22, attracting a line that spanned the length of its building.   The franchises' new location can be found at …
Chamber Connection
You better not cry or pout or misbehave in any way. Why? Because Santa Claus is coming to the capital of the First State. That’s right! Even though the big guy has plenty to do right now, he …
BUSINESS
Michelle Harris believes there’s plenty of motive to think small next weekend. As the U.S. Small Business Administration’s Delaware district director, she is a proponent of Small Business Saturday.

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After downing Laurel last week, running back Malik Bell (5) square off with Middletown on Friday night. SPECIAL TO THE DAILY STATE NEWS/GARY EMEIGH

Delaware's DIFCA All-Class Football Team

DIFCA All-Class Football teams CLASS 3A FIRST TEAM OFFENSE QB-Desai Drummond Jr. Appoquinimink FB-Malik Bell Sr. Sussex Central …
Former Delaware coach K.C. Keeler was hired as Temple's new football coach on Sunday. TEMPLE PHOTO,

Former Delaware coach Keeler hired at Temple

PHILADELPHIA — K.C. Keeler will indeed be heading back to the East Coast. But rather than bringing his Sam Houston State …
Indian River players, coaches and managers pose with their DIAA championship banner after defeating Tatnall Saturday. SPECIAL TO THE DAILY STATE NEWS/GARY EMEIGH

Photo gallery: Indian River vs. Tatnall, Class 1A football state finals

WILMINGTON - Indian River High rallied to edge Tatnall, 47-45, in the DIAA Class 1A football state championship game on Saturday at …
Delaware men's basketball coach Martin Ingelsby knows moving to Conference USA will be a step up doe the Blue Hens. UNIVERSITY OF DELAWARE ATHLETICS PHOTO.

Roundup: Caravel repeats as Class 2A state champion; Delaware men down Rider

WILMINGTON — Top-seeded Caravel erupted for 31 fourth-quarter points to put away a 43-6 win over No. 3 Howard in the DIAA Class 2A …
Jayvion Chandler of Indian River races to the end zone with what turned out to be the winning touchdown in Saturday’s DIAA championship game with Tatnall. Teammates in the background signaling touchdown and number one. SPECIAL TO THE DAILY STATE NEWS/GARY EMEIGH

Indian River football team pulls out state title victory in closing minutes

WILMINGTON - Jayvion Chandler's 51-yard scoring play on a fourth-and-11with just 1:31 remaining  gave Indian River High a dramatic …

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Lights Out brightens holidays with Frankie Valli show in Smyrna

PRINCESS ANNE — The Somerset County Historical Society will celebrate the Christmas season this Saturday, Dec. 7, with the annual Holiday Historic House Tour of historic homes, churches and …
WESTOVER — Band and chorus concerts over the holidays have been scheduled by Somerset County Public Schools. The first program is 6 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 4 at Crisfield High School for …

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Kent County
Delaware FFA members from across the state competed in career and leadership development events against teams from across the country at the 97th National FFA Convention & Expo Oct. 23-26 in …
It was a phone call that Jennifer Montgomery of Smyrna brushed off at first, as she was processing her husband’s death at the time. Shortly after the passing of U.S. Army Sgt. Kent Montgomery a year ago, a Tunnel to Towers Foundation representative reached out to her.
You could say that Dr. Janice Nevin and atTAcK addiction have a mutual fondness for each other. At its ninth annual gala Oct. 17, the organization saluted Dr. Nevin for her leadership and compassion by presenting her its top award, the Medal of Honor.

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New Castle County
DOVER — Middletown High rallied to beat Salesianum 30-27 in overtime in the DIAA Class 3A football championship game. The Cavaliers trailed 24-6 at halftime before winning on a 10-yard …
DOVER — Middletown High rallied from 18 points down to top Salesianum 30-27 in overtime to win the DIAA Class 3A football title Friday night at Delaware State University’s Alumni Stadium. …
He’s 51 years old and describes himself as “just like everyone else.” The new superintendent of the Delaware State Police, Col. William Crotty said he’s a son, a brother, a father, a Delawarean.

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Sussex County
GEORGETOWN — Sussex Academy elementary students recently harvested their second fall crop of vegetables they planted as Healthy Food for Healthy Kids’ 50th school garden. All …
GEORGETOWN — Sussex Technical High School announces the Students of the Quarter for the first quarter of the 2024-2025 school year. Human Services — Makayla Bell, Leala Guarino, …
GEORGETOWN — In conjunction with their study of the Chicago-based novel “The Jungle” by Upton Sinclair, Sussex Academy students researched families living in New York tenements to …

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