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DEVELOPMENT
About 13 comments out of nearly 40 during Tuesday’s Sussex County Council meeting supported a proposed building moratorium. Those in opposition generally represented groups, while those more open to discussing the topic mostly spoke for themselves.
COMMUNITY
MIDDLETOWN — The YMCA of Delaware invites the community to celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with special events and open houses aimed at fostering unity, service, and community spirit.
COMMUNITY
DOVER — They’ve often assisted in suppressing faraway fires before but not this time.
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LEWES — In observance of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day, the Cape Henlopen School District office, and the schools will be closed for students on Monday, Jan. 20. Classes resume on Jan. …
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GEORGETOWN — In addition to Sussex County offices being closed on Jan. 20 in observance of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day, the county council has not scheduled a regular meeting on Jan. 21, …
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DOVER — Following an appeal filed in the Delaware Superior Court challenging a Sussex County Council denial of a zoning application that would move forward the company’s offshore wind …
Scenes From Bay To Bay
Richard L Bryan of Lewes took this photo on Jan. 7 of a snow-covered birdhouse in Lewes.
GOVERNMENT
DOVER — In recent years, Delaware’s regulatory process has drawn the ire of some lawmakers in the General Assembly. That displeasure largely centers around the state’s 2023 …
MARIJUANA
Milford City Council voted to ban recreational marijuana sales within municipal limits Monday.
GOVERNMENT
Gov.-elect Matt Meyer has nominated Joshua Bushweller, a Delaware State Police intelligence commander, as the state’s next Department of Safety and Homeland Security secretary, his transition team announced Tuesday.
GOVERNMENT
Via waivers, a $1.1 million purchase agreement for property on which Georgetown’s police and Public Works departments will be built was approved by officials Monday.
GOVERNMENT
DOVER — With his eyes set on fixing Delaware’s education system, Gov-elect Matt Meyer has tabbed U.S. Department of Education deputy secretary Cindy Marten to lead the state’s …
WEATHER
A light amount of snow may fall in Delaware on Thursday, according to the National Weather Service.
COPS AND COURTS
Two men were arrested on drug and firearm charges following an investigation Tuesday night, Dover Police spokesperson Master Cpl. Ryan Schmid said.
Things To Do
DOVER — Delaware Friends of Folk will present its 2024-25 Old State House concert series on Feb. 14 inside the Old State House on The Green.  Doors open at 6:30 p.m. for the 7 p.m. …
DEVELOPMENT
Following more than two hours of public comment in opposition to a building moratorium in Sussex County on Tuesday, new Councilman Matt Lloyd said a ban is necessary.
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MILLVILLE — On Jan. 10, the Bethany-Fenwick Area Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting ceremony with NutriHealth to celebrate the grand opening of its new location at 35786 Atlantic Ave. in …
scholarships
LEWES — After 15 years and nearly $90,000 awarded, the George H.P. Smith Scholarship Fund at Greater Lewes Foundation announced it will begin awarding multi-year support to its awardees in …
Schools
DOVER — PowerSchool, a company that stores the data for millions of students including those in Delaware, reported being hacked on Dec. 28, but the Delaware Department of Education and Cape …
COPS AND COURTS
DOVER — No injuries occurred from an accidental discharge of a firearm inside the Kent County Courthouse on Tuesday, authorities said.
Scenes From Bay To Bay
Dan Laughman of Magnolia took this photo on Jan. 10 of the designated wildlife habitat at Helen Graham Cancer Center in Newark.
GOVERNMENT
DOVER — The 153 rd General Assembly kicked off at Legislative Hall on Tuesday, as lawmakers on both sides of the aisle, in both chambers, took their oaths of office. It marks the start of …
Things To Do
In 2025, The Music School of Delaware is marking 100 years of music education and excellence. Operating out of its primary locations in Wilmington and Milford, the school’s mission is to provide quality music education and experiences for people of all ages and abilities.
Community
DEWEY BEACH — Kent and Sussex Master Gardener volunteers celebrated a 2024 volunteer year at its 38th annual banquet held at the Hyatt Place in Dewey Beach. The banquet included the …
Things To Do
OperaDelaware, the First State Ballet Theatre and The Grand Opera House will join the National Pan-Hellenic Council of Delaware to offer “A Divine Night in Delaware” on March 20 at the opera house, Wilmington.
Things To Do
The CAMP Rehoboth Chorus will celebrate its 15th anniversary by presenting “On Broadway,” a concert of show tunes, on Feb. 14 and 15 at 7 p.m., and on Feb. 16 at 3 p.m.
Community
Blustery weather and a blanket of snow greeted volunteers Tuesday for the Wreaths Across America removal process at the Delaware Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Millsboro.
Schools
President Joe Biden has named six Delaware teachers recipients of the 2021 - 2023 Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching (PAEMST). The PAEMST is the highest …
Dover City Council
DOVER — Incumbent Dover City Council President David Anderson (4th District) along with councilmen Gerald Rocha, Sr. (1st District), Andre Boggerty (at-large seat) and William Hare (2nd …
traffic noise
DOVER — The Department of Safety and Homeland Security announced two public listening sessions about 2023’s House Bill 35 as it develops standards and rules for a motor vehicle …
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PRINCESS ANNE — Alverne “Chet” Chesterfield of Princess Anne, a committed leader in education and public service, was sworn in Jan. 14 at the Somerset County Clerk of Court’s …
PRINCESS ANNE — Alverne “Chet” Chesterfield of Princess Anne, a committed leader in education and public service, was sworn in Jan. 14 at the Somerset County Clerk of Court’s …
SALISBURY — A proposal giving a developer the ability to build a downtown apartment complex has been approved by Salisbury City Council, but Mayor Randy Taylor delayed the final process over …
BALTIMORE — The Maryland State Highway Administration is looking for public or private land in the four counties of the Lower Eastern Shore that might be suitable wetland mitigation sites with …
DENTON — January is National Mentoring Month. Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Eastern Shore (BBBSES) proudly honors the transformative power of mentorship and the profound impact of …
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Opinion
Business
Pizza Hut has stolen a “pizza” Milford's heart. On Friday, the state’s newest location, in Milford Square, celebrated its opening by distributing free pizza for a year to the first 25 customers of the day. Coupons for free large pies were given to others.
ANNAPOLIS – The Maryland Department of Agriculture is urging all poultry farmers to remain vigilant and practice enhanced biosecurity on their farms after U.S. Department of …
MILFORD -- The Milford Museum decided to postpone their program on Saturday at the Milford Public Library due to the weather. With the road conditions and parking situations for the event, they …
Business
DOVER — Scott Farnan of Kent County was installed as the 2025 President of Delaware Association of REALTORS at the Delaware Association of REALTORS (DAR) Inaugural Gala on Jan. 10 at Wild Quail …
The University of Maryland Extension (UME) is embarking on a comprehensive process to develop its next roadmap for the future, aimed at guiding its work and impact over the coming years. Involving …
CHAMBER CONNECTION
Now that everyone is focused on getting back to work and school, the snow days are (hopefully) behind us, and we are halfway through January, many businesses are looking for new ways to market their products and services.
Sports
New DSU head football coach DeSean Jackson wearing a suit made with team colors at Wednesday’s press conference.  SPECIAL TO THE DAILY STATE NEWS/GARY EMEIGH

Delaware State, Jackson add another top-notch receiver; Hens' Davis headed to Temple

DOVER — Considering DeSean Jackson’s accomplishments as a wide receiver, it shouldn’t be surprising that he’s been pretty good …
Preston Smilyk knows the Senators have to work hard as individuals right now to eventually get better as a team. DAILY STATE NEWS/ANDY WALTER

Wrestling: Dover knows it's best days are ahead of it; Sussex Central has successful break

DOVER — Isabella Thomkins isn’t afraid of a challenge. Indeed, the first sport she wanted to play when she got to Dover High …
In the 106-pound match junior Ben Donato of Caesar Rodney scored a second period fall over Milford eighth grader Ryan Farissier. SPECIAL TO THE DAILY STATE NEWS/GARY EMEIGH

Photo gallery: Caesar Rodney vs. Milford wrestling

CAMDEN — Caesar Rodney High collected five pins in posting a 50-27 victory over Milford in Henlopen North wrestling on Wednesday …
From a distance, you cannot see the drivers behind these trotters heading toward the halfway point of the fourth race Wednesday at Harrington Raceway.

Dover Downs' harness racing results and entries

Dover Downs Results Wednesday, Jan. 15, 2025   1st - FMNW1 Pace $7,000 5-Miss Freaky Feet (Co Poliseno) 3.80 2.60 …
Caesar Rodney freshman Gavin Robbins won with a 12-0 shutout over Charlie Truesdale of the Buccaneers in the 113-pound bout.  SPECIAL TO THE DAILY STATE NEWS/GARY EMEIGH

Wednesday's scores: Caesar Rodney pins down North win over Milford

Daily State News CAMDEN — Caesar Rodney High collected five pins in posting a 50-27 victory over Milford in Henlopen North wrestling …
In January 2022 Ice Lab and the Dorchester Chamber of Commerce partnered to present a brand new event to Downtown Cambridge, the city’s first Ice and Oyster Festival.
GEORGETOWN — Possum Point Players opens its 2025 season with Tony Award winning play “God of Carnage” Jan. 31. This dark comedy earned the Tony for Best Play of the season in …
Kent County
SMYRNA – As National Human Trafficking Prevention Month nears its mid-point, Delawareans are about to do their part to help the cause.
DOVER — The YMCA of Delaware announces John Rice as the new Community Executive Director of the Dover YMCA. With over a decade of YMCA leadership experience, Mr. Rice brings expertise in …
There is something truly great about pastries, and goodness knows that European bakers have perfected the art. Stepping into the Bavarian Bakery & Deli is always a treat in Dover, Del. Right …
New Castle County
DOVER — Pedro Swann Jr. said becoming Delaware State University’s new baseball head coach felt like returning home. Now he hopes his Hornets will touch home plate often this spring. …
Appoquinimink School District officials hope its job fair Feb. 8 will fill significant vacancies.
A man was denied the opportunity to retrieve his horse’s remains from a Felton landfill following a ruling in the Delaware Court of Chancery on Jan. 3.
Sussex County
The Freeman Arts Pavilion’s latest program, called the Spotlight Series, is designed to expand live year-round arts experiences and the nonprofit’s connection with the community.
Coinciding with ongoing residential development in Millsboro is a pitch by leaders for the state to keep pace with improvements to traffic flow and safety.
MILLSBORO – The final chapter in this year’s Wreaths Across America at the Delaware Veterans Memorial Cemetery is the wreath retirement on Tuesday, Jan. 14. The event caps a …
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