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GEORGETOWN — While introducing the ordinance to allow a new Sussex County Board of Assessment review to make its own rules was largely a housekeeping effort by the county council on Feb. 4, the …
BLACK HISTORY MONTH
MIDDLETOWN — YMCA of Delaware will host two upcoming events celebrating Black History Month.
Agriculture
DOVER – Consumers continue to pay a heavy price for eggs thanks to a lingering, highly pathogenic strain of the avian flu that has ravaged laying and poultry flocks nationwide.
The …
Cultural Event
GEORGETOWN – The Georgetown Public Library on March 28 will host Flamenco Friday, featuring an evening of Flamenco music with the duo of Paul Sedacca and Begoña Gomez.
This dynamic …
GOVERNMENT
DOVER— Joanna Champney, director of Delaware’s Division of Substance Abuse and Mental Health, has been designated as the newest co-chair of the Prescription Opioid Settlement Distribution …
DOVER — Insurance Commissioner Trinidad Navarro announced Delaware has issued a bulletin to all insurance carriers doing business in the state regarding the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI).
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Schools
GEORGETOWN — Dewey Beach Commissioner Paul Bauer visited Sussex Academy Jan. 29 to work with students studying the language of law and government.
Mr. Bauer met with juniors in Dr. Andie …
Community
The Rotary Club of Milford, celebrating a century of service in 2025, hopes to continue its outreach for 100 more years, at least.
GOVERNMENT
WILMINGTON – Delaware Attorney General Kathy Jennings announced Thursday that she will seek re-election to a third term, citing progress on violent crime and the ongoing threat that a second …
EDUCATION
The Smyrna School District will be asking for $5.4 million to fill teaching positions, enhance safety and more in a referendum vote March 15.
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DOVER — Now entering its sixth year, the state’s Youth Environmental Summit is set for Feb. 28 at the Chase Center in Wilmington and has grown from 270 participating students to more than …
dental care
DOVER — A recent study by MyBioSource , analyzing County Health Rankings data, suggests that adult dental care accessibility has improved in the U.S. over the past five years, but has …
GOVERNMENT
Round three in a bid to open a dog day care, pet-grooming and boarding facility is set for Dagsboro Town Council’s next meeting Feb. 17.
BIRD FLU
The Waffle House chain is putting a 50-cent-per-egg surcharge in place because of the biggest bird flu outbreak in a decade.
The 24/7 restaurant notes that the resulting egg shortage has led to a dramatic increase in its costs.
Scenes From Bay To Bay
Brad Richardson of Dover took this photo on Jan. 15 at Fork Branch Preserve in Dover.
growth, development
GEORGETOWN — Missing members John Rieley and Jane Gruenebaum, the quorum of Sussex County Council members remaining opened their regular Tuesday meeting with a flurry of comments seeking land …
GOVERNMENT
DOVER — Many Delawareans have experienced a spike in their energy and utility bills this winter season.
The sharp increase for Delmarva Power customers has resulted in energy bills almost …
GOVERNMENT
DOVER — 11 states have banned Red Dye 3 – a synthetic coloring additive derived from petroleum that is used in foods and drugs - including Maryland, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania.
And …
EDUCATION
Newly confirmed Delaware secretary of education Cynthia “Cindy” Marten began her tenure Tuesday, promising to move ahead with the “drastic” education reforms sought by incoming Gov. Matt Meyer.
CYBERSECURITY
The state of emergency declared by Dover Mayor Robin Christiansen on Jan. 29 remains in effect.
Schools
The Kent Master Gardeners will be awarding three $2,000 scholarships for the 2025-2026 academic year to students who have been a Kent County resident for at least two years prior to the application …
Schools
DOVER — The Delaware Department of Transportation (DelDOT) announces the winners of this year’s "Name That Plow" contest.
The creative and fun names submitted by elementary school …
Agriculture
CAMBRIDGE, Maryland — Kent County Farm Bureau President Jim Minner presented essential rural road safety information to attendees of the Mar-Del Watermelon Convention on Jan. 31.
Mr. …
Schools
Delaware Secretary of Education Cindy Marten launched a website Feb. 5 with guidance and resources for educators and families concerned about immigration action in Delaware public schools.
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Schools
The General Federation of Women’s Clubs Delaware announced its online application period is open for students to apply for scholarship opportunities.
GFWC Delaware is offering a $2,000 …
Agriculture
SAN ANTONIO, Texas — For the second year in a row, Delaware Farm Bureau (DEFB) has dominated the national awards for its membership group at the American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) …
Schools
GEORGETOWN — Sussex Technical High School Coast Guard JROTC Instructor Guy Rush presented Cadet Emily Dukes with the Meritorious Achievement Award on Jan. 29.
This award is to honor a …
Government
Incumbents Greg Welch and John Wright secured the two available Frankford Town Council positions in Saturday’s municipal election.
Things To Do
REHOBOTH BEACH — CAMP Rehoboth Theatre Company is kicking off its 2025 season with its first-ever poetry jam followed by a full-stage production of “5 Lesbians Eating a Quiche.”
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Insurance 2024 Data
DOVER — The Delaware Department of Insurance’s 105 team members are highlighting key achievements from their service to Delaware residents in 2024 including consumer assistance, …
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