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Milford Historical Society will hold a "Haunting of Silver Hill" event Friday, Oct. 23, at Parson Thorne Mansion.

‘Haunting of Silver Hill’ event coming to Parson Thorne Mansion

MILFORD — Historic Parson Thorne Mansion already has a haunted appearance and this will be doubly the case Friday, Oct. 23, when the …
Actor Kristoffer Polaha, left, meets with former comedian Mike Williams, whom he plays in an upcoming docudrama about human trafficking in the Dominican Republic.

Milford event to highlight film about human trafficking

CUPS Mission founder Mike Williams, a former comedian, moved his family to the Dominican Republic in 2010, to aid refugees who had …
Eli Storch, a principal planner at NORR, outlines changes to The Governor housing project at Thursday's Dover Historic District Commission meeting. DAILY STATE NEWS/MIKE FINNEY

Deadlock on The Governor revisions results in ‘lost vote’ in Dover

DOVER — A meeting of the city’s Historic District Commission came to an odd end Thursday. The body — composed of Eric …
Despite a drop of about 13 cents since last week, Delaware's average cost for gas remains very high. The price at the Valero/Shore Stop in Seaford was $4.09 on Friday, Oct. 16.

Crude awakening: Delaware’s gas price drops but remains very high

Delaware’s average price for gas dropped this week but remained seasonally high overall Friday, Oct. 16, AAA reported.
MercyMe will play at the Wicomico Civic Center next year. PROVIDED ART

Christian band MercyMe to play Wicomico Civic Center

SALISBURY — Contemporary Christian band MercyMe is slated to hit the Wicomico Civic Center next year as part of its MercyMe LIVE …
Vote 2026
The Delaware Department of Elections’ State Election Commissioner’s Office has been relocated to the department’s Kent County location, after a letter containing a white powdery substance was opened by an employee there on Thursday, Oct. 15.
The League of Women Voters of Delaware shared Wednesday, Oct. 14, that they have a nonpartisan election resource for voters ahead of the Nov. 3 general election, VOTE411.org.
The first campaign finance reports for Delaware’s general election were due from candidates Wednesday, Oct. 7, at 12 a.m., about a month before Nov. 3.
The two candidates vying for the open District 38 seat in the Delaware House of Representatives made their stances known Thursday, Oct. 8, at a Millville debate hosted by the League of Women Voters of Sussex County, Delaware.
State of Delaware government
WASHINGTON (AP) — Delaware was one of several states to have a letter with “suspicious substances” in it sent to a state office on Thursday, Oct. 15. The Delaware Department of Elections …
Gov. Matt Meyer and First Lady Dr. Lauren Meyer announced Thursday, Oct. 15, that they have welcomed a son into the world.
Established last November, the state’s Office of New Americans is looking at how newly signed legislation will impact its operations.
Gov. Matt Meyer announced Friday, Oct. 9, that two Delaware housing developments and four community solar projects will have their permits accelerated.
Delaware News
MILFORD — The Milford Police Department Friday afternoon identified a 78-year-old man who was killed Tuesday after crashing his vehicle. The accident occurred around 9:55 a.m. when the victim, …
LINCOLN — Delaware State Police are investigating a shooting incident that occurred Wednesday evening in the 200 block of Cedar Drive. Troopers responded around 10:50 p.m. to a report of shots …
MAGNOLIA — Delaware State Police are investigating a shooting incident Monday evening in Magnolia that injured two people. State police dispatched troopers around 9:30 p.m. to the first block of …
MILFORD — Operation Warm will give out free children’s winter coats Saturday, Oct. 24, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Milford Public Library, 11 S.E. Front St. One coat will be provided per child …
The Delaware Department of Transportation is at a planning crossroad and is requesting the public’s assistance.
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SALISBURY — Salisbury’s Housing and Community Development Department recently released three updated Fair Housing Guides to assist renters and property owners in understanding their rights, …
SALISBURY — A Tennessee man whose sailboat recently washed ashore near Cape Henlopen in Delaware has been charged in connection with a 2021 dumpster fire in Salisbury. Michael S. Summar, 46, …
CAMBRIDGE — The lone scheduled District 1 congressional debate on Tuesday, Oct. 13 drew a packed house, eager to hear from nine-term incumbent Andy Harris and Democratic challenger Dan Schwartz. …
SALISBURY — The Franklin P. and Arthur W. Perdue Foundation recently awarded $28,000 to the Salvation Army of Salisbury’s Sustaining Food Access Project to help provide year-round access to …
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George Thomas (Tom) Day

Funeral service 12:00 PM on October 21, 2026 Eastern Shore Veterans Cemetery Chapel, 6827 E NewMarket Ellwood Rd Hurlock, MD
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William Christopher Lane

William Christopher Lane, 76, of Milford, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 6, 2026, at AccentCare Hospice in the Wilmington …
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Douglas “Doug” Vitale, 46

     Douglas “Doug” Vitale, of Dover, Delaware, passed away unexpectedly on October 4, 2026. Doug had an infectious energy, a …
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Richard Wayne Pepper, 95

     Richard Wayne Pepper, of Felton, Delaware, passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 10, 2026, with his loving wife by his …
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Richard Lee Tyler Jr. “Bones”, 65

     Richard Lee Tyler Jr. “Bones”, of Crisfield and Arizona, passed away September 21, 2026 at Tidal Health after a courageous …
Sports
Jaxon Timmons of Caesar Rodney takes a handoff and looks for running room in game with St. Georges.  SPECIAL TO THE DAILY STATE NEWS/GARY EMEIGH

Photo gallery: Caesar Rodney vs. St. Georges football

CAMDEN - Caesar Rdneye High downed St. Georges, 17-10, in its Class 3A District II football opener on Friday night.
CR's Denzel Jones (10) celebrates with teammate Seth Eckenrode after he intercepted a St. Georges pass on Friday night. SPECIAL TO THE DAILY STATE NEWS/GARY EMEIGH.

Caesar Rodney, Smyrna open district schedules with wins

CAMDEN — Cadin Irizarry was asked to make a choice. Which does the Caesar Rodney High senior like better, sacking a quarterback …
Landon Victory (20) of Caesar Rodney heads a corner kick away from the goal in Thursday’s match with Cape Henlopen.  SPECIAL TO THE DAILY STATE NEWS/GARY EMEIGH

Photo gallery: Cape Henlopen vs. Caesar Rodney boys' soccer

CAMDEN — Fernando Hernandez Coreas’ second-half goal lifted Cape Henlopen High to a 1-0 win over Caesar Rodney in Henlopen North …
Smyrna High head football coach Mike Judy.  SPECIAL TO THE DAILY STATE NEWS/GARY EMEIGH

Downstate football teams ready for rugged Class 3A District II schedule

DOVER — Between them, the six teams have already played 30 football games this fall. But none of them have been against each …
Landon Victory (20) and Riders teammate Rylan Brown trying to get to the ball ahead of Cape Henlopen’s Austin Tyndall.  SPECIAL TO THE DAILY STATE NEWS/GARY EMEIGH

Thursday's Downstate scores: Cape Henlopen edges Caesar Rodney

CAMDEN — Fernando Hernandez Coreas’ second-half goal lifted Cape Henlopen High to a 1-0 win over Caesar Rodney in Henlopen North …
Things to Do
FELTON — The 29th annual family friendly “Haunted Hallways” event will be held Friday, Oct. 30, from 5 to 7 p.m. at Lake Forest High School, 5407 Killens Pond Road. This free trick-or-treating …
Here are some fun events coming up in the area: This weekend • The first of three Dark Dover Lantern Tours will take place from 7:30-8:30 p.m. Friday at First State Heritage Park, 121 Martin Luther …
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UMES students utilize the new travel service. PROVIDED PHOTO

BayRunner Shuttle expands Eastern Shore travel access with new service

SALISBURY — Locally-owned BayRunner Shuttle recently launched Shore Connect, giving rural Eastern Shore communities an accessible …
A typical data center. A few years ago, Atlanta-based tech firm, DC BLOX, opened a $31.5 million data center near Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. SALISBURY INDEPENDENT/RICHARD CAINES

Salisbury places one-year moratorium on data center proposals

SALISBURY — The city of Salisbury has placed a one-year ban on data center proposals, joining a growing trend of government bodies …
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Chamber’s Holiday Gift Auction this Friday in Dover

The Central Delaware Chamber of Commerce is excited to host its annual Holiday Gift Auction this Friday, Oct. 16! Did you know …
Chamber President/CEO Bill Chambers and Salisbury Independent Multimedia Advertising Consultant Karen Riggin. SALISBURY INDEPENDENT/RICHARD CAINES

Eight-year partnership produces latest Salisbury Area Chamber of Commerce directory

SALISBURY — The Salisbury Area Chamber of Commerce in partnership with member and annual business directory publisher Independent …
Oyster shells are planted at the Manokin River sanctuary as part of the work to restore five large-scale oyster sanctuaries, a major goal of the Chesapeake Bay Watershed Agreement.

DNR Report Marks Five Years of Upward Trajectory for Maryland’s Oyster Populations

ANNAPOLIS — A new Maryland Department of Natural Resources report details the significant growth of the oyster population and …
National News

AP News Summary at 2:32 a.m. EDT

How a driver, a dad and a teacher tried to stop the Oregon school shooter BEND, Ore. (AP) — A driver, a dad and a teacher are …
FILE - An alligator peers from the water's surface at the Circle B Bar Reserve, Tuesday, Oct. 21, 2025, in Polk County, Fla. (AP Photo/Chris O'Meara, File)

Fisherman, 71, attacked and killed by 12-foot alligator alongside Florida lake

A 71-year-old man fishing near the shore of a Florida lake has been attacked and killed by a 12-foot alligator. The Florida Fish & …
Indiana quarterback Josh Hoover (10) throws a pass during the second half of an NCAA college football game against Nebraska, Saturday, Oct. 10, 2026, in Lincoln, Neb. (AP Photo/Rebecca S. Gratz)

Wall-to-wall Top 25 showdowns, with 6 ranked matchups on tap starting with Ohio State at Indiana

Week 7 of the college football season is teed up to be one of the best so far, with six games pitting teams ranked in The Associated …
Firefighters gather hose among a destroyed home after the Norte Fire Saturday, Oct. 17, 2026, in San Juan Capistrano, Calif. (AP Photo/Gregory Bull)

Photos show wildfire fueled by high winds engulfing coastal homes in Southern California

SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO, Calif. (AP) — High winds fueled a fast-moving fire that has burned homes in Southern California. Flames …
President Donald Trump speaks during a campaign rally at Truist Arena, Saturday, Oct. 17, 2026, in Highland Heights, Ky. (AP Photo/Jeff Dean)

Trump touts his power at Kentucky rally to energize voters ahead of midterm elections

President Donald Trump is emphasizing his influence during his second term at a rally in Kentucky. He claimed on Saturday that he …
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