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Parking, Police, Patrol and Public Works all set for summer

Delaware coalition hosts 27th annual Breast Cancer Update

Delaware becomes 11th state to give end-of-life options to terminally ill residents

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- Delaware becomes 11th state to give end-of-life options to terminally ill residents
  
  DOVER — The long-debated medical-aid-in-dying bill was signed into law by Governor Matt Meyer on May 20, marking a historic moment that makes …
- Nearly 500 graduate from DelTech Terry in Dover
  
  Celebration — and mortarboards — were in the air at Delaware Technical Community College’s Terry Campus in Dover on May 19.
- White: Crime in Dover erodes trust in city officials
  
  After reading various newspaper articles and viewing online news reports regarding the recent uptick in criminal activity in Dover, I have …

General Assembly

Proposal to move Delaware’s primary elections to April awaits Senate floor vote

DOVER— The long-debated attempt to move Delaware’s primary election from September to April was released from the Senate Elections Committee on May 14, though lawmakers expressed concern …

Middletown Democrat removed from House Education Committee

State Rep. Rae Moore has been taken off the House of Representatives’ Education Committee, where she served as vice chair, after questions about her teaching credentials.

Delaware Senate passes bill to make interfering with school bus operations a disorderly conduct offense

DOVER— The state Senate voted unanimously on Thursday to add the intentional interference of a school bus' operations as a disorderly conduct offense amid an uptick in such incidents in the …

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Local News

Kent County Levy Court closed Memorial Day

The Kent County Levy Court will be closed May 26 for Memorial Day. County operations will resume normal business hours May 27. Essential services such as emergency response and …

Paddling excursions set to return to Broad Creek

LAUREL - Delmarva Birding Weekends and the Laurel Redevelopment Corporation have announced that guided three-hour paddling excursions on Broad Creek will begin again on June 1. Broad Creek, a …

County approves fireworks tent in Harbeson

GEORGETOWN — The Sussex County Board of Adjustment on May 19 approved another pop-up fireworks shop for Keystone Novelties, this time at the Royal Farms in Harbeson, 26454 Georgetown Highway. …

Trap Pond State Park voted best Memorial Day BBQ spot

DOVER — Ahead of Memorial Day weekend, Gunther Volvo Cars Delray Beach surveyed 3,012 families to uncover the best hidden gem BBQ spots across the country, places locals know and …

Rehoboth Beach adopts first-ever strategic plan

REHOBOTH BEACH — The Board of Commissioners adopted its first five-year strategic plan for the City of Rehoboth Beach that establishes three priority areas, and outlines strategies as well as …

Henderson retains Seaford vice mayor reins

SEAFORD – City Councilman Dan Henderson will continue to serve as vice mayor in the absence of the mayor for the coming year. Mr. Henderson received unanimous support during a paper ballot …

Nearly 500 graduate from DelTech Terry in Dover

Celebration — and mortarboards — were in the air at Delaware Technical Community College’s Terry Campus in Dover on May 19.

Auto aficionados get their fill at Milford’s Cars & Coffee

Car enthusiasts got to check out perfectly polished and restored vehicles from the early 20th century to the present day — along with a movie car and vintage bicycles — at the second annual Milford Cars & Coffee on May 17.

Delaware State alumnus becomes its Aviation Program director

Delaware State University graduate Kelvin Lesene first fell in love with the thought of flying as a kid. He was 7 years old, attending a field trip.

Dover councilman recognizes Bayhealth for National Nurses Week

Second District Councilman Brian E. Lewis presented Bayhealth nurses with a certificate of recognition for extraordinary work and dedication to the community on May 9, in …

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Maryland News

Local school leaders serve as commencement speakers for Wor-Wic Community College, Salisbury University

SALISBURY — Two administrators of Wicomico County Public Schools are serving as commencement speakers at college and university commencement ceremonies in the community this spring. Prince …

Maryland Oyster Stock Assessment Records Long-Term Increase in Oyster Abundance

The population of Maryland’s oysters has grown significantly in the past 20 years, according to the results of the latest benchmark stock assessment for the species. The Maryland …

Transformed Mitchell Landing Apartments in Salisbury opens back up to tenants after years of disrepair

SALISBURY — A housing complex on the west side of Salisbury that had fallen into disrepair has been transformed with the help of affordable housing developer Green Street Housing and other …

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Obituaries

James H. Porter

James H. Porter (Jim) passed away on May 15, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Jim was born on September 16, 1936, in Ridgely, Maryland to the late Clayton and Ruth Porter. He was …

Gloria Joan Melchionda

With heartfelt sorrow, we announce the passing of Gloria Joan Melchionda (nee Penner), who peacefully departed this life on May 16, 2025, embraced by the love of her family. …

Mary Jane (Richards) McGinnis

Mary Jane McGinnis passed away peacefully on May 14, 2025. Born on February 19, 1932, in Baltimore, Maryland, to Austin E and Ann Marie Baier Richards, Mary Jane, Janie, …

Joyce O'day Davis, 92

Joyce O'day Davis of Seaford, DE died on Sunday May 11, 2025 at Delaware Hospice in Milford. Born on October 7, 1932 in Greenwood, she was the daughter of the late Irvin …

Mollie Cantrell Brown-Rust

Mollie Cantrell Brown-Rust passed away on May 12, 2025, in Tavares, FL. She was born in Salemburg, NC, the daughter of Floyd S. and Lillian D. Cantrell. She graduated from Seaford High …

Cornelius James Wall, 94

Cornelius James Wall passed at Brookdale Dover care facility in Dover, DE. He was born on March 27, 1931 in Helena, MT, son of Cornelius M. “Neil” Wall and Martha A. …

MaryAnn Curry of Melbourne, FL passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 7, 2025, with her beloved husband of 61 years and her son by her side. MaryAnn was born in 1936 in …

Nancy L. Bradley, 79

Nancy L. Bradley of Harrington, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, May 10, 2025. Nancy was born in Milford, DE to the late Mary and Norman Morgan Sr. Nancy worked …

Rosa Lee Baker-Miller, 93

Millsboro - Rosa Lee Baker-Miller died Monday, May 5, 2025. A funeral service will be held Friday, May 16, 2025, at 12 PM, with a viewing two hours prior, at Dickerson Chapel A.M.E. …

Freddie Lewis Wheatley, Jr., 70

Freddie Lewis Wheatley, Jr. of Tangier Island, VA passed away on Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at VCU Medical Center in Richmond, VA. Born on Tangier Island on August 23, …

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Opinion

- Biden is getting prostate cancer treatment, but that’s not the best choice for all men − a cancer researcher describes how she helped her father decide
  
  (The Conversation is an independent and nonprofit source of news, analysis and commentary from academic experts.)Luisel Ricks-Santi, University …
- Ashby: Negative effects of Trump administration are evident
  
  To Mr. Stan Lakey, who says that he has “yet to hear (Trump haters’) plan to curb the debt,” I would like to say that you have not been …
- Hague: People, rather than guns, cause shootings
  
  This is in response to Mr. Stan Sipple’s Opinion stating that, to solve violent crime committed with firearms, the sale of ammunition should …
- White: Crime in Dover erodes trust in city officials
  
  After reading various newspaper articles and viewing online news reports regarding the recent uptick in criminal activity in Dover, I have …
- Roof: AP story about Trump trip was ‘hit piece’
  
  With so many promises about fair and balanced reporting, please explain to us readers how a hit piece appeared about the president’s visit …

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Scenes from Bay to Bay

On the move

This turtle caught the eye of Richard L. Bryan, of Lewes.

Close watch

Brady Lane, of Dover, shared this photo of a cat checking out the geese. It was captioned, "Our cat, looking out for her neighbors."

Unwelcome visitor

Gary Knox found this uninvited guest at the hummingbird feeder in his backyard. The photo on the right shows the welcome visitor.

Old-fashioned way

Patricia Sterling, of Wyoming, spotted these horses that were ready to plow the old fashioned way in West Dover on May 16..

Cool drink

Vincent Deskiewicz, of Greenwood, says he always puts out a container of water out for the birds. A finch was enjoying a drink in late April.

Photobomber

A bird photobombs this spring foal in a photo Jerry Hull took on May 6 in west Dover.

Vroom!

Edward Sidel took this action shot at the Dover Days parade.

Sunset on the water

Kenneth Bowen, of Dover, captured this sunset scene on May 7 at the sunset at the Lewes and Rehoboth Canal.

Celebrating Dover Days

Beth Petit de Mange enjoyed the kick-off fireworks for Dover Days on May 2 at Legislative Hall.

Blue-quet

This west Dover Blue Jay may not be able to get a large bouquet of flowers for his loved one, but a simple small arrangement can convey love and appreciation, writes photographer Jerry Hull.

Snowy day

Patricia Sterling, of Wyoming, photographed this beautiful Snowy Egret at Bombay Hook National Wildlife Refuge in April..

Wingman

Alex Cisar spotted this Great Egret with a Heron for wingman in April at Bombay Hook Wildlife Refuge.

Fountain drink

Paul Roth spotted a goldfinch drinking from fountain on May 6 in a Lewes garden.

Dover Days dazzle

Jitka Ellis of Dover captured the Dover Days fireworks bursting over Legislative Hall.

Goose parade

Tom Wilkerson enjoyed this parade of geese on May 2 at Silver Lake Park, Dover.

Fishin'

Jerry Hull photographed this Great blue heron chasing minnows in a pond at Byler's Store in west Dover in early May..

Swinging hummingbird

Patricia Sterling, of Wyoming, captured this male hummingbird enjoying his swing in Wyoming. .

In bloom

Valerie Hankins of Harrington took this image of an iris in bloom west of Harrington on May7.

Lewes lillies

Richard L. Bryan, of Lewes, likes the looks of these lillies in Lewes..

Osprey's catch

Bill Eastburn of Lincoln took this photo of an Osprey holding his catch along Slaughter Beach Road in May.

Eagle at Bombay Hook

Dan Laughman of Magnolia snapped this photo of a Bald Eagle in flight at Bombay Hook National Wildlife Refuge on April 24.

Big gulp

Dan Laughman, of Magnolia, watched this Great Blue Heron down a very large fish was taken at Bombay Hook National Wildlife Refuge on April 24.

Splash of blue

Jerry Hull captioned this photo "Just a Splash of Blue Will Do." The scene was taken April 25 in west Dover.

Eagle along Kitts Hummock

.Gary Knox says he spotted this immature bald eagle sitting in a field off Kitts Hummock Road in Dover on April 26..

Approaching storm

"All is quiet along the Leipsic River as thunderstorms threaten the charming little town of Leipsic as the storms follow the Bay," writes Jerry Hull of his April 27 photo.

Lewes at dusk

Richard L Bryan, of Lewes, enjoyed dusk at the Lewes Boatyard.

First of season

Jerry Hull, of Dover, captured this ruby-throated hummingbird making his first visit to a backyard feeder on April 26.

'Timing is everything'

"Timing is everything when trying to photograph this ruby-throated hummingbird visiting our feeder in west Dover," says Jerry Hull.

Garter snake

Richard Bryan of Lewes snapped this photo of a garter snake enjoying the sunshine.

Goose walk

A gosling walks, spotted by Jerry Hull, walks near a small pond in west Dover.

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Business

Central Delaware Chamber of Commerce

Mini golf with maximum fun, networking

Spring weather has officially arrived, and the Central Delaware Chamber of Commerce knows many businesspeople are ready to connect …

Bayhealth extends supply chain partnership with Premier, Inc.

DOVER — Bayhealth, central and southern Delaware’s largest healthcare system, has extended its supply chain partnership with …

James Tompkins

Bayhealth’s Tompkins honored with Senior-Level Executive Award

DOVER — Bayhealth is proud to recognize James Tompkins, the recipient of the 2025 American College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE) …

The grand reopening of The Scoop on Loockerman will be May 15 from 3 to 6 p.m.

The Scoop on Loockerman announces spring opening

The Scoop on Loockerman has announced its seasonal opening will be Thursday from 3 to 6 p.m. at its location on 305 W. Loockerman St. …

Thought to date to the late 1950s, this one-of-a-kind Boardwalk 5 & 10 folding advertising sign was placed on the Boardwalk in Ocean City to alert shoppers that bargains were just inside the shop. Betsy Schrock, left and Sharon Upton said the sign may be the neatest piece of local history being sold during the annual Pop-Up Sale at the Sarah Martin Done House in Princess Anne.

Ponies, owls, birdbaths and more at vintage antiques sale in Princess Anne to benefit Historical Society

PRINCESS ANNE — Two owls, about 8-feet-tall, are inside the Sarah Martin Done House here. In another room there are two ponies. …

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Sports

Tanner Smith of Caesar Rodney puts a hard check block on Dylan Walker of Brandywine Tuesday night. SPECIAL TO THE DAILY STATE NEWS/GARY EMEIGH

Photo gallery: Caesar Rodney vs. Brandywine boys' lacrosse

CAMDEN - Fifth-seeded Caesar Rodney posted a 20-4 win over No. 12 Brandywine as the DIAA boys’ lacrosse state tournament got …

Jace Jarmon of Sussex Central made it back to first base ahead of pickoff throw to Cape’s Liam Mitchell. SPECIAL TO THE DAILY STATE NEWS/GARY EMEIGH

Henlopen baseball teams battle-tested for DIAA state tourney

DOVER — There’s nothing easy about winning a state tournament. But Cape Henlopen High coach Ben Evick said, in a …

Jim Magno and Joseph Fonte's Incaseyoudidntknow ($2.40, Jim Morand) recorded her 41st career win Tuesday at Harrington Raceway with a 1:52.2 triumph in the $18,000 Mares Open. HARRINGTON RACEWAY PHOTO

Incaseyoudidntknow picks up win No. 41 at Harrington

HARRINGTON – Jim Magno and Joseph Fonte's Incaseyoudidntknow ($2.40, Jim Morand) recorded her 41st career win Tuesday at …

Tanner Smith of Caesar Rodney scores a first-quarter goal against Brandywine in the first round of the DIAA state tournament Tuesday night. SPECIAL TO THE DAILY STATE NEWS/GARY EMEIGH

Tuesday's scores: Caesar Rodney, Cape Henlopen advance in DIAA boys' lacrosse

Second-seeded Cape Henlopen High rolled to a 20-2 win over No. 15 Sanford in the first round of the DIAA boys’ lacrosse state …

Play worthy of a slow motion review when Milena Buchler tried to beat out a grounder with Rylan Rust of Lake gloving the throw. SPECIAL TO THE DAILY STATE NEWS/GARY EMEIGH

Photo gallery: Lake Forest vs. Cape Henlopen softball

LEWES — Lake Forest and Cape Henlopen High have spent the spring putting together two of the best softball seasons in the state. …

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Things to Do

“United We Stand,” a stand-up comedy show presented by Fears Promotions, will bring live performances back to Dover’s Schwartz Center on Saturday night. DAILY STATE NEWS/MIKE FINNEY

Best Bets for First State entertainment over the next week

FOOD OODLES OF NOODLES FOR GOOD CAUSE The Citizens’ Hose Fire Company Auxiliary will be hosting a spaghetti dinner tonight from 5-8 …

Horseshoe crabs and shorebirds gather along Kitts Hummock in Dover.

Officials give viewing tips as horseshoe crabs, shorebirds arrive

KENT COUNTY — Every late April through June, Central Delaware welcomes the migration of horseshoe crabs and shorebirds that feast on …

Lakeside Cemetery to host Kent County World War II Heroes Tour

DOVER — The public is invited to learn about the lives of local World War II and Korean War servicemen who gave the ultimate …

DNREC: Reservations required for drive-on fishing during weekends, holidays

DOVER — Starting Memorial Day weekend on May 24, the Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control will once again be …

Milford Elks Lodge 2401 will hold its annual "Families in Need Salad Luncheon" May 22.

Milford Elks to hold ‘Families in Need Salad Luncheon’

MILFORD — Milford Elks Lodge 2401 will hold its annual “Families in Need Salad Luncheon” May 22 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at …

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National News

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, testifies before a Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs hearing to examine President Donald Trump's proposed budget request for fiscal year 2026 for the Department of Homeland Security on Capitol Hill, Tuesday, May 20, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Manuel Balce Ceneta)

Judge orders US officials to appear in court to answer questions about migrants sent to South Sudan

WASHINGTON (AP) — A judge has ordered U.S. officials to appear at an emergency hearing Wednesday to answer questions about their …

A staff member walks past a message to students that hangs on the wall at Place Bridge Academy, May 20, 2025, in Denver. (AP Photo/Rebecca Slezak)

They crossed the border for better schools. Now, some families are leaving the US

For the last two months of their life in the United States, José Alberto González and his family spent nearly all their time in …

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Trump on Capitol Hill implores divided Republicans to unify behind his big tax cuts bill WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald …

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George Wendt, who played beloved barfly Norm on 'Cheers' and found another home onstage, dies at 76 NEW YORK (AP) — George …

President Donald Trump speaks in the Oval Office of the White House, Tuesday, May20, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)

The Latest: House Republicans grinding through Trump's tax breaks bill

A federal judge ruled late Tuesday that U.S. officials must retain custody and control of migrants apparently removed to South Sudan …

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