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Tidewater Utilities approaching Harrington-area well owners about future service zone

Tidewater Utilities has begun reaching out to private well owners in southwest Kent County to secure a future service area should …

Friends gather for a selfie at Dover Con Saturday.

Gallery: Dover Con

DOVER -- Hundreds of pop culture enthusiasts donned outfits for Dover Con Saturday.

Its-a Mario Kart family at Dover Con (with a special Spider-Man appearance).

Pop culture lovers unite at Dover Con 2025

This year, Dover Con celebrated its 11th year, offering a place for pop culture lovers of all ages to unite. Dover Con took place …

Audience members cheer on guest speakers and singers at the June 14 No Kings Rally.

'No Kings' rally sees largest turnout in Dover yet

The Capital City saw several hundred protesters at its No Kings Rally on June 14, as part of a nationwide day of action against …

Rep. Eric Morrison, D-Glasgow, introduces his proposal to create an Office of Suicide Prevention in Delaware on the House floor June 12.

House approves bill to create Delaware Office of Suicide Prevention

DOVER — Delaware is one step closer to creating a statewide Office of Suicide Prevention. The First State is the only state …

In Case You Missed It

- GALLERY: Rehoboth Beach ‘No Kings’ protests line both sides of Coastal Highway
  
  REHOBOTH BEACH — In what appeared to be the largest protest against the current administration since April 19, several hundred people lined …
- 'No Kings' rally sees largest turnout in Dover yet
  
  The Capital City saw several hundred protesters at its No Kings Rally on June 14, as part of a nationwide day of action against President Donald …
- Three Delaware beaches voted best sandy secrets in national poll
  
  DOVER — While most regular beach goers have their own secret coastline spots, a poll of about 3,000 respondents were willing to divulge …

General Assembly

DNREC, DelDOT fee packages clear Delaware House

DOVER — The House of Representatives approved two proposals to generate state agency revenue on June 12, as the body passed updated fee and fine packages for the Delaware Department of Natural …

Delaware Senate passes marriage equality constitutional amendment

A proactive proposal to enshrine marriage equality rights in the Delaware Constitution passed the Senate on June 10 and heads to the House of Representatives.

Proposal to require high school financial class clears House

A measure to require Delaware high schools to offer financial literacy courses received unanimous approval in the House of Representatives’ Education Committee on June 11.

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Delaware News

WATCH: Hundreds brave wet weather to join 'No Kings' rally

REHOBOTH BEACH — The largest protest since April 5 took place in Rehoboth Beach on June 14, as part of the national 'No Kings' protests.

GALLERY: Rehoboth Beach ‘No Kings’ protests line both sides of Coastal Highway

REHOBOTH BEACH — In what appeared to be the largest protest against the current administration since April 19, several hundred people lined north and southbound lanes of Coastal Highway in …

New NAMI Delaware CEO enjoying arrival

Marie Wenzel has learned plenty about Delaware since Oct. 1, 2024. It was her familiarity with the National Alliance on Mental Illness that brought her to the state, as the agency’s new CEO.

WILMINGTON — Marie Wenzel has learned plenty about Delaware since Oct. 1, 2024. She was already familiar with the National Alliance on Mental Illness, however. So the new NAMI …

Ongoing dog rescue and fostering is a ‘Grass Roots’ effort

Since 2013, Grass Roots Rescue has fostered an ongoing, statewide effort to find forever homes for dogs. The nonprofit is dedicated to rescuing stray, abandoned, shelter and owner-surrendered canines and placing them in qualified, lifelong homes via adoption.

Outgoing Milford city manager thanks department heads for service

In his final Milford City Council meeting June 9, retiring city manager Mark Whitfield thanked his department heads, saying he was “immensely proud” of their service during his five-year tenure.

Sussex Land Use Reform Group gets closer to County Council recommendations

Members of Sussex County’s Land Use Reform Working Group are getting closer to making draft recommendations to County Council, as they are charged to do by the end of June.

Dover to continue city solicitor search amid law firm dropping out

Following a special Dover City Council meeting June 2, during which a potential conflict of interest in the city solicitor search was discussed, a law firm has dropped out as a candidate.

Milford officers brave heat, humidity in Torch Run for Special Olympics

Eleven Milford police officers ran several miles June 12, as part of the 39th annual Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics Delaware.

Man shot near Slaughter Beach Memorial Volunteer Fire Co.

MILFORD —A 32-year-old Dover man was shot near the Slaughter Beach Memorial Volunteer Fire Company on June 12, Delaware State Police said.

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Maryland News

Salisbury Police plans to boost downtown security with awarded grant named for fallen NYC officer

SALISBURY — The Salisbury Police Department plans to enhance the security of downtown in the future by installing additional surveillance cameras. The department was awarded $20,000 by the …

Survey next step in drone delivery of pharmacy meds in Crisfield, Smith Island

CRISFIELD — Crisfield is the test site for the Maryland Eastern Shore Drone Medical Delivery Project led by a collaboration of uncrewed aircraft systems (UAS) specialists, medical …

Somerset County Fair will be inducting a new Queen, Junior Miss, Little Miss and Little Mr.

PRINCESS ANNE — The Somerset County Fair is not until the third full week of July but the call is out for contestants to compete to be Fair Queen for 2025 and a member of her court. In …

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Obituaries

Robert William Konschak, 78

Robert William Konschak of Dover, Delaware passed away on Friday, May 30, 2025. Robert was born in Dover to the late William and Olga Konschak. Robert …

Joshua Daniel Wright, 35

Joshua Daniel Wright of Dover, Delaware, passed away, Friday, June 6th, 2025. He was born May 12th, 1990, in Landstuhl, Germany, to Daniel R. Wright and Cynthia Jean …

Rose M. Bowler, 84

MILFORD - Rose Marie Bowler of Dover, Delaware, passed away peacefully on June 1, 2025. Rose was born on June 7, 1940, in Dover, Delaware, to the late James and Margaret …

Teresa Barto Swafford

Teresa C. Swafford passed away peacefully on May 24, 2025 in Summerville, South Carolina, following a long illness. Born on January 26, 1943 at Milford (DE) …

Edgar Eugene Walls, III, 75

Edgar Eugene "Puss" Walls, III, of Harrington, Delaware, passed away June 2, 2025. Born on October 16, 1949, in Chestertown, Maryland, Eugene was the son of the late Edgar "Reds" …

Melva A. Crumble Sampson Hill, 104

Melva A. Crumble Sampson Hill of Berlin, MD, formerly of Federalsburg, MD, Brooklyn, NY, Bridgeville and Seaford, DE. Born May 5, 1921 in Elwood, MD. On June 1, 2025, our beloved …

Dolores Marie "Lori" Webb, 66

Dolores Marie “Lori” Webb of Pocomoke City, MD, passed away Friday, May 23, 2025 at Coastal Hospice at the Lake in Salisbury, MD. Born March 20, 1959 in Crisfield, MD and …

Noble S. Warren III "Sandy", 73

DOVER – Noble S. Warren III “Sandy” passed away Thursday, May 8, 2025, at The Center at Eden Hill. He was born October 1, 1951, in Dover, …

Bryan K. Moore Sr.

Bryan K. Moore Sr. of Georgetown, DE died on April 8, 2025. Bryan was born on October 20, 1961 to Becky and Bill Moore. He grew up in Milford, DE. He was cremated and will be laid to …

Clarence Elmer Barrett, Jr.

Clarence Elmer Barrett, Jr., affectionately known as “Mr. Bud”, of Deal Island, MD, passed away on Thursday, May 15, 2025 at Alice Byrd Tawes Nursing Home in Crisfield, MD. …

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Opinion

- Olson: Funding delays put children, families at risk
  
  There’s an urgent call to action before us — a chance to protect the lives and futures of more than 20,000 Delaware children and families. …
- Kane: The power of community, the power of Pride
  
  With summer fast approaching — and with it, Pride — I hope we can all take a moment to reflect on the transformative power of living openly …
- Blue: Dover electric rate increase will hurt residents
  
  I am a resident of Dover and am deeply concerned about the electricity rate increase that was voted on at June 9’s City Council meeting.
- Hoeber and Hoeber: Pet sale ban would have dangerous effects
  
  A bill quietly advancing through Delaware’s legislature, House Bill 131, poses a serious threat not just to pet stores but to families, jobs …
- Welser: Language of House Bill 1 needs work
  
  Thanks to the Delaware House of Representatives for passing House Bill 1 and thanks to Gov. Matt Meyer for his support for the position of …

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Class of 2025

Smyrna High's Class of 2025 includes 453 graduates

SMYRNA — There were 453 seniors who graduated from Smyrna High June 7.

"I had to do it!" said Joshua Grier of his WWE Championship belt.

Dover High School celebrates its 125th commencement ceremony

Despite a rainy start to the afternoon, the sun soon came out to shine on the 453 Dover High School graduates in attendance for the …

Evelyn Kopp performs the National Anthem at Polytech's graduation on June 5.

Polytech High School graduates 374 students in class of 2025

Polytech High School saw 374 students receive degrees in its class of 2025 graduation ceremony on June 5. The degrees were …

There's time for a selfie with classmates.

Odessa High seniors depart in graduation ceremony

TOWNSEND — The Odessa High Class of 2025 had 315 members graduate during a ceremony June 7.

The thrill of graduation arrives at the end of the ceremony.

Middletown High Class of 2025 sees 309 members graduate

TOWNSEND — The Middletown High Class of 2025 had 309 members graduate during a ceremony June 7.

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Scenes from Bay to Bay

Flying high

Baltimore Ravens cheerleaders warm up before a pep rally at Lord Baltimore Elementary School, Ocean View, on May 30. Photo by David Maull.

Boxed in

Jerry Hull spotted this Eastern Box Turtle in his west Dover backyard after it enjoyed a little rain and clover on June 6.

Glorious colors

Patricia Sterling took this colorful shot of an American flag at sunset in Wyoming on May 31.

Flags for Heroes in Milford

Everett Bennett, of Milford, shared this drone photo of the Milford Rotary's "Flags for Heroes" at Bicentennial Park.

Sly grin

This fox was posing for his closeup at Bombay Hook National Wildlife Refuge on June 9. The photo was taken by Karen Williams of Felton.

Green Heron

April Doyle, of Smyrna, spotted this Green Heron June 7 at Bombay Hook National Wildlife Refuge.

Just the two of us

Patricia Sterling, of Wyoming, captioned this, "Just the two of us." The unique friends were spotted at Silver Lake, Dover, on June 1.

Preening

On June 1, Jerry Hull spotted this ruby-throated hummingbird preening for his Scenic Delaware debut.

Bee easy

Jerry Hull captioned this photo, "Bee Easy." He said, "Nothing like nature reminding us to enjoy the little things all around us."

Mama

April Doyle, of Smyrna, spotted this young fox with its mother in early June at Bombay Hook National Wildlife Refuge.

Rainbow over Dover

Jerry Hull captured this rainbow after a brief thunderstorm that rolled through Dover on June 7.

Rainbow over Bombay

April Doyle, of Smyrna, enjoyed this scene with a rainbow in the picturesque Bombay Hook National Wildlife Refuge in early June.

Spider's web

April Doyle found beauty in this spider's web June 10 in Bombay Hook National Wildlife Refuge.

Talking turkey

Lee Mullarkey of Dover captured this turkey strolling down the sidewalk in Camden on June 9.

Leave it to beaver

On a June 10 visit to Bombay Hook National Wildlife Refuge, April Doyle spotted this beaver rising from the mud.

Foxy pose

Patricia Sterling, of Wyoming, spotted this young fox kit in a log pile May 30 at Bombay Hook National Wildlife Refuge.

Corn

Richard L. Bryan, of Lewes, notied the nice start of corn on Dairy Farm Road in Lewes.

Mama with foal

.Lee Mullarkey, of Dover, enjoyed seeing this mare and foal in Wyoming on May 27.

Gator

Alex Cisar, of Dover, spotted this "Alligator Tree” overlooking the 10th green at Maple Dale Country Club.

Family time

April Doyle watched this growing family of geese on April 14 at Bombay Hook National Wildlife Refuge.

Delicacy

This heron dined on a frog May 15 at Bombay Hook National Wildlife Refuge. Photo by April Doyle, of Smyrna.

Peek-a-boo

Gary Knox, of Dover, spotted this heron peeking out of the leaves on May 25.

Rainy day

A heavy rain didn't deter this hummingbird on May 28, says photographer Gary Knox of Dover.

Happy kit

April Doyle, of Smyrna, photographed this Red Fox Kit on May 14 at Bombay Hook National Wildlife Refuge.

Flags for Heroes

Jerry Hull of Dover captured the beauty of the "Flags for Heroes" display at Delaware Technical Community College Terry Campus..

Karate class

Gary Knox, of Dover, photographed the Kaizen Karate Academy students doing exercises at Delaware Technical Community College Terry Campus with the Memorial Day backdrop...Gary A. Knox.Dover.

Patriotic display in Milford

Deb Felmey, of Magnolia, snapped this photo of the Milford Rotary flag display for Memorial Day..

Double rainbow

Elizabeth Evans captured this double rainbow recently in Clayton..

Sleepy

This red fox kit, photographed by April Doyle of Smyrna, was enjoying a nap in the sun May 27 at Bombay Hook National Wildlife Refuge.

Turtle crossing

April Doyle spotted this large snapping turtle May 15 a Bombay Hook National Wildlife Refuge.

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Business

Bayside Gymnastics to break ground for new facility

MILFORD — Bayside Gymnastics, in an event hosted by the Chamber of Commerce for Greater Milford, will break ground June 19 at 10:30 …

Club Fitness of Dover celebrated 21 years and its new membership with the Central Delaware Chamber of Commerce on June 11 with a ribbon-cutting ceremony.

Club Fitness of Dover celebrates 21 years with CDCC ribbon-cutting

Club Fitness celebrated its 21st year and its new membership with the Central Delaware Chamber of Commerce with a ribbon-cutting …

Somerset County Health Department's environmental division's fees for service announced to start July 1

PRINCESS ANNE — Fees for service, both new and increased from former amounts, that were approved earlier this year by the County …

Lurking Class Skate Shop's music venue hosts a concert to help raise funds needed for a three-week closure to expand its performance facility. Supporters can also contribute to a Go-Fund-Me account.

Stage is set for Lurking Class June 21 concert fundraiser in Salisbury

Lurking Class Skate Shop, a cornerstone of the Eastern Shore’s independent music scene, is launching a community fundraiser to …

The Latina Business Summit will take place June 14 at Avenue United Methodist Church, 20 Church St. in Milford.

Latina Business Summit set for June 14 in Milford

MILFORD — The Latina Business Summit, hosted by La Plaza Delaware, will take place June 14 from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Avenue United …

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Sports

Goalkeeper Jake Muntz of Appoquinimink makes a save in the lacrosse senior all star game Tuesday at DE Turf.

Photo Gallery: Boys' Blue-Gold All-Star Lacrosse Game

The the annual boys' Blue-Gold All-Star Lacrosse Game took place Tuesday at DE Turf Sports Complex near Felton.

Jocelyn Tejeda of Smyrna (left) collides with Milford’s Jordyn Casper in the senior Blue-Gold all star match at Caravel Academy Wednesday afternoon.

Photo Gallery: Girls' Blue-Gold All Star Soccer match

The annual Senior All Star match was played at Caravel Academy on Wednesday afternoon.

Liam Dallas (16) of Newark Charter boots the ball up field in Wednesday night’s annual Senior All Star match played at Caravel Academy.

Photo Gallery: Boys' Blue-Gold All Star soccer match

The annual Senior Blue-Gold All Star game took place Wednesday night at Caravel Academy.

Cape catcher Jase Mitchell comes out to the mound to congratulate pitcher Bradley Marks as he was being relieved late in Friday’s game with Salesianum.  SPECIAL TO THE DAILY STATE NEWS/GARY EMEIGH

Athlete of the Week: Jase Mitchell, Cape Henlopen

LEWES — Cape Henlopen High baseball player Jase Mitchell was voted this week’s State News Athlete of the Week. The …

Kevin Gravatt, an outfielder on the 1975 Caesar Rodney High state championship baseball team, holds up a photo of the Riders celebrating after they won the title. SUBMITTED PHOTO/BECKY GRAVATT

For 1975 Caesar Rodney baseball players, state title was their glory days

CAMDEN — Craig Boehmer isn’t positive how they got the last out. “I think it was a strikeout to tell you the …

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Things to Do

Paul Kares Rock N’ Roll run June 14

MILTON — The Paul Kares Rock N’ Roll run is set for June 14 at Hudson Fields, 29763 Eagle Crest Road beginning at 8 a.m. Planned is a 5K fun run or walk, followed by live music and …

Salisbury officials announce road closures for 3rd Friday festivities

SALISBURY — Salisbury officials have announced upcoming road closures in advance of tonight's 3rd Friday event. This month's event centers around the theme of "summer camp." …

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National News

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Military parade rolls through DC as 'No Kings' protesters across US decry Trump WASHINGTON (AP) — The grand military parade that …

A man looks at flames rising from an oil storage facility after it appeared to have been struck by an Israeli strike in Tehran, Iran, early Sunday, June 15, 2025. (AP Photo/Vahid Salemi)

Israel and Iran trade strikes for a third day as nuclear talks are called off

Israel unleashed airstrikes across Iran for a third day and threatened even greater force as some Iranian missiles evaded Israeli air …

Israeli security forces inspect a destroyed building that was hit by a missile fired from Iran, near Tel Aviv, Israel, Sunday, June 15, 2025. (AP Photo/Ohad Zwigenberg)

The Latest: Death toll grows as Israel and Iran trade attacks for third day

The death toll is rising as Israel and Iran traded missile strikes for a third straight day. Israel on Sunday hit targets in Tehran, …

Eight killed in latest shooting near Israeli and US-supported aid site in Gaza

Health officials say at least eight Palestinians were killed and dozens more wounded in a shooting near Israeli- and U.S.-supported …

People take shelter during sirens warning of incoming fire at Israel's Magen David Adom emergency service during a blood drive to prepare for mass casualties in the event of strikes by Iran, in Jerusalem, Saturday, June 14, 2025. (AP Photo/Maya Alleruzzo)

Photos of escalating Israel-Iran conflict

Iran launched a second night of missile attacks against Israel on Saturday as Israel continued to strike Tehran and other locations, …

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