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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 …
City of Salisbury headquarters. SALISBURY INDEPENDENT/RICHARD CAINES

City of Salisbury releases updated Fair Housing Guides

SALISBURY — Salisbury’s Housing and Community Development Department recently released three updated Fair Housing Guides to assist …
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Delaware home prices rose in September, though market slowed

DOVER — Delaware’s housing market slowed in September 2026, a news release said Friday, Oct. 16.
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Tennessee man charged with 2021 dumpster fire after sailboat washes ashore in DE

SALISBURY — A Tennessee man whose sailboat recently washed ashore near Cape Henlopen in Delaware has been charged in connection with …
Bayhealth chief operating officer Kyle Benoit, left, and CEO Terry Murphy outlined the company's plans for growth on Wednesday, Oct. 14, at its Kent Campus in Dover.

Bayhealth seeks expansion to Smyrna, ‘medical neighborhood’ at Blue Hen

At a news conference on Wednesday, Oct. 14, at its Kent Campus on South State Street, Bayhealth leaders outlined the company’s plans …
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 …
GEORGETOWN — Due to rain in Saturday’s forecast, Springboard Delaware on Friday announced the cancellation of Discover Kimmey Town, a community event that was scheduled for Oct. 17 in Georgetown. …
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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 …
SALISBURY — Locally-owned BayRunner Shuttle recently launched Shore Connect, giving rural Eastern Shore communities an accessible transportation option. BayRunner Shuttle officials said the …
SALISBURY — Rural King, a farm supply chain store, could be headed to the lower Eastern Shore. Wicomico County and Salisbury officials jointly announced that the family-owned retailer, …
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Obituaries
Obituaries
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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
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 …
A new track record was set in the filly trotting final as Burke Racing and Weaver Bruscemi’s Daringly was a wire-to-wire winner in 1:57 over Vamoose, who previously held the track record. HARRINGTON RACEWAY PHOTO.

Daringly breaks track record at Harrington Raceway

HARRINGTON – Delaware Standardbred Breeders Fund final action for 2-year-old trotters headlined the Wednesday program at Harrington …
Milford’s McDaniel Custis carries for a first down against Odessa Friday night.  SPECIAL TO THE DAILY STATE NEWS/Gary Emeigh

Downstate football teams dive into district schedules

For some high school football teams, the first half of the season was a big success. For other squads it was a struggle. But …
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 …
Business
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 …
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Central Delaware Chamber of Commerce's annual Holiday Gift Auction is next week

Attention Shoppers! Are you scratching your head about what to get those special people on your holiday shopping list? Look no further …
National News

AP News Summary at 2:09 a.m. EDT

Teen shooter kills 4 at Oregon elementary school before being shot by a witness Authorities say a 16-year-old opened fire at an …
A vigil was held for victims Thursday after a teenage shooter killed three students and a teacher at an elementary school in Bend, Oregon. Authorities say a 16-year-old shot his way through locked doors to get into the elementary school. He was shot by a person at the scene who pursued him into the school.

Governor praises local who helped end the mass shooting at an Oregon elementary school

Oregon's governor says a community member likely saved lives by chasing down a teenager who shot and killed three children and a …

The Latest: 16-year-old kills 3 children and a teacher at Oregon elementary school

A 16-year-old opened fire at an elementary school in Bend, Oregon, killing three children and a teacher before he was shot by a person …
Hot spots glow across a hillside during the Bryson Fire in Malibu, Calif., Thursday, Oct. 15, 2026. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)

Hot, windy weather stokes brush fires in Southern California. Power turned off for many

A fast-moving fire burned multiple homes in Southern California as hot, windy weather gripped the region Friday, prompting evacuations …
FILE - The Tesla logo is displayed at a Tesla dealership Thursday, Mar. 13, 2025, in Miami. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky, file)

Tesla's new Roadster car can thrust itself in the air. But don't expect to drive it anytime soon

Tesla has unveiled its new Roadster sports car, which can thrust itself into the air. But drivers shouldn’t expect to take it for a …
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