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Bill to provide oversight reform to Delaware's regulatory process filed in state House
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Milford City Council votes to ban marijuana retailers
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Longtime state trooper nominated for Meyer Cabinet in Delaware
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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.
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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 …
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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 …
Things to Do
MILFORD – The Milford Senior Center will be hosting a celebration of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on Jan. 20 at 12 p.m. Rev. Dr. John Moore will be the speaker sharing biographical …
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LEWES — For its second annual MLK Jr. Day Packing Party at Irish Eyes Lewes, 213 Anglers Rd., the group I Support the Girls Delaware is asking the community for donations of menstrual products, …
ribbon cutting
SELBYVILLE — The Bethany-Fenwick Area Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting ceremony with Maplewood Dental Associates, 37116 Lighthouse Rd., to celebrate its grand opening with friends, …
COMMUNITY
The Reed Fund, established by the Milford Lions Club in 2006 to advance the wishes of longtime resident Eunice S. Reed, is seeking applicants for grants.
PRINCESS ANNE — Coastal communities and their economies, extreme weather events, and the health of our oceans are topics that will take center stage when researchers and academics meet with …
Health
DOVER — Bayhealth, a health system located in central and southern Delaware, has named Kyle E. Benoit as its newly appointed executive vice president and chief operating officer. His first …
ENTERTAINMENT
Dutchman, a Delaware-based collective with a goal of encouraging youth to participate in music, released a double single last month, with the tracks “I Need You Now” and “In Your Heart.”
COPS AND COURTS
Two teenage males were arrested Monday following a stolen vehicle pursuit in Dover, authorities said.
Scenes From Bay To Bay
Richard L Bryan of Lewes took this photo on Jan. 9 of a snow-covered bike path in Lewes.
COMMUNITY
SMYRNA – As National Human Trafficking Prevention Month nears its mid-point, Delawareans are about to do their part to help the cause.

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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 …
SALISBURY — Excellent educators from throughout Wicomico County Public Schools have been named quarterfinalists for 2025-2026 Wicomico Teacher of the Year. Congratulations to these outstanding …
ANNAPOLIS — U.S. Rep. Andy Harris (R-Maryland) said Tuesday he expects President-elect Donald Trump will withhold federal dollars from those who don’t comply with mass deportation and …
After filling in as Acting Mayor twice in the past four years, on Monday, January 13th Lajan Cephas officially received the title.
TidalHealth is excited to announce that the Edward Q. Wilgus Community Clinic, located on the historic grounds of the Hotel Esther at 805 E. Church St. in Salisbury, is on track to open its doors …
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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 …
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.
Finally Friday
MILTON — Walking through the Milton Theatre, it’s easy to feel the history and memories that have been forged within its walls for more than a century. Built in 1914, the two-story …

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Sports
Darius Miller of Lake Forest trying to put back a rebound with Seaford’s Vincent Evans guarding in Tuesday night’s Henlopen South game played in Felton. SPECIAL TO THE DAILY STATE NEWS/GARY EMEIGH

Photo gallery: Lake Forest vs. Seaford boys' basketball

FELTON - Lake Forest and Seaford High squared off in a Henlopen South boys' basketball matchup on Tuesday night.
Kameron Randolph of Dover driving through the Eagle defense for a shot in Tuesday night’s game. SPECIAL TO THE DAILY STATE NEWS/GARY EMEIGH

Photo gallery: Dover vs. Smyrna boys' basketball

DOVER — Dover High shook off a four-point halftime deficit to down Smyrna, 45-33, in Henlopen North boys’ basketball on Tuesday …
Coach Mike Shehorn, the Magnolia resident and former Caesar Rodney High coach, has led Wilmington University to the top seed in the East Region of the NCAA Division II softball tournament. WILMINGTON UNIVERSITY PHOTO.

Wilmington U. softball named state's team of the year

NEW CASTLE — Making the NCAA Division II softball World Series was difficult enough the first time. But the Wildcats were …
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 Tuesday, Jan. 14, 2025   1st - NW2 Trot $8,000 2-Dive Bar Hanover (Co Callahan) 3.00 2.20 …
Dover’s Tarrance Williams (left) and Taishaun Allen try to steal ball away from Quamere Redic of the Eagles in game played Tuesday night. SPECIAL TO THE DAILY STATE NEWS/GARY EMEIGH

Tuesday's Downstate Delaware sports scores: Dover boys rally past Smyrna

TUESDAY’S SCORES BOYS’ BASKETBALL Delmar 58, Indian River 30 Laurel 56, Sussex Academy 25 GIRLS’ BASKETBALL …

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Things to Do

Rev. Dr. Moore ‘fired up’ to spread MLK’s message

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.
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 …

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Kent County
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.
Delaware is launching a statewide educational esports program for K12 students, a groundbreaking initiative aiming to foster teamwork, critical thinking and STEM skills through competitive scholastic …

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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. …
DOVER — With increased concern for the safety of all poultry on Delmarva, the Delaware Department of Agriculture (DDA) announced Friday the cancellation of all poultry-related sessions at …
WILMINGTON — Bitcoin ATMs are playing a bigger role in cryptocurrency scams than ever before, according to the Delaware Department of Justice’s Investor Protection Unit.

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Sussex County
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 …
Millsboro town manager Jamie Burk will remain in his position, after being granted an “evergreen” contract by mayor and Town Council on Wednesday.

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