Delaware is on the verge of a major milestone in workplace benefits. Beginning Jan. 1, 2026, most businesses with at least 10 employees working in the state will be required to provide benefits under paid family and medical leave. more

Gov. Matt Meyer signed legislation Sept. 2 that will provide free breakfasts to students of all incomes, starting in the 2026-27 academic year. Do you believe these meals are worth the state’s expense or should their distribution be determined on a child-by-child basis, depending on their income level? Do you think the program should be expanded to lunch, as well? more

Milton Fire Department’s Alan Jackson, a 39-year volunteer firefighter, carried a large American flag while running the Run, White & Blue 5K/1 Mile Walk on Sept. 4 in Georgetown. more

FREDERICA — The rapid pace of summer at the DE Turf Sports Complex is slowing. With kids back in school, the site’s managers think it’s the perfect time for locals to check out … more

After swearing in John Passwaters to replace Brian Butler for the Sussex County Planning & Zoning Commission’s District 2 seat, members on Sept. 3 recommended approval of one neighborhood proposal, deferred another and supported the denial of a borrow pit request. more

While Dover’s leaders are divided and uncertain, our communities cannot afford confusion. We know what works. more

Breakfast chain First Watch will be replacing the old Red Robin at 40 N. Dupont Highway, with the opening day set for Sept. 22. First Watch offers breakfast, brunch and lunch … more

I’ve taken Avelo Airlines for a vacation, and unfortunately, the outbound portion of the trip was four hours late in leaving. As a result, my family, with two young children, got to our resort at 2 a.m. Not a great first impression. more

Instacart compiled data on the popularity of pumpkin spice in Delaware more

Those wishing to own a piece of the Rehoboth Beach boardwalk can participate in an online auction for various amusements hosted by Zelky’s Beach Arcade. more

Poland’s new president is visiting the White House hoping to strengthen his relationship with President Donald Trump and make the case that the U.S. needs to maintain its strong military presence … more

ODESSA — Appoquinimink School District’s financial troubles have been brought to the forefront by state Auditor Lydia York’s Sept. 3 report regarding the entity’s approximate … more

In the movie “Raiders of the Lost Ark,” the hero, Indiana Jones, played by Harrison Ford, is watching his adversaries dig for treasure, only to be relieved when he recognizes that his opponents are “digging in the wrong place.” more

When wind from Hurricane Erin swept through our area, bringing dangerous conditions for tents, we found ourselves in urgent need of a safe indoor space to continue caring for the 28 guests of Tharros Village. more

With a hope of molding personal experiences with police into possible policy change, a couple dozen advocates gathered at the Dover Public Library on Sept. 2 for a town hall. more