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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.

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DOVER — Delaware’s housing market slowed in September 2026, a news release said Friday, Oct. 16.
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. …
At a news conference on Wednesday, Oct. 14, at its Kent Campus on South State Street, Bayhealth leaders outlined the company’s plans for growth across Kent and Sussex counties.
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 …
Sen. Darius Brown, D-Wilmington, will host a series of expungement fairs this fall across Kent and Sussex counties.
The Stockley Tavern in Georgetown has gone above and beyond in its support of the Delaware Breast Cancer Coalition.
NEW CASTLE — The Delaware Department of Health and Social Services has created a pathway to help recruit and retain physicians serving rural communities in Kent and Sussex counties. DHSS …
The Delaware Department of Insurance shared Oct. 5 that it has seen about 8,000 fewer American Care Act enrollees since January.
HARRINGTON — Delaware Attorney General Kathy Jennings on Wednesday, Oct. 14 announced the sentencing of William Conard, 37, of Harrington, in two child rape cases.
For several years now, John Fiori, the Delaware Department of Transportation’s bicycle coordinator, has been a spoke in the wheel for the Seaford Police Department’s annual Night Out.

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Obituaries
William Christopher Lane, 76, of Milford, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 6, 2026, at AccentCare Hospice in the Wilmington Hospital. He was born in Milford, Delaware April 9, 1950. …
     Douglas “Doug” Vitale, of Dover, Delaware, passed away unexpectedly on October 4, 2026. Doug had an infectious energy, a big laugh and an enthusiasm for life.  He was …
     Richard Wayne Pepper, of Felton, Delaware, passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 10, 2026, with his loving wife by his side.      Richard was born on …
     Richard Lee Tyler Jr. “Bones”, of Crisfield and Arizona, passed away September 21, 2026 at Tidal Health after a courageous battle with cancer. He was the son of Sally Burton …
     Robert “Bob” Anson Brickley of Magnolia, Delaware, died October 9, 2026, in Dover. A retired Army Major, he served nearly 28 years across World War II, Korea and Vietnam. …

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Business
SALISBURY — Locally-owned BayRunner Shuttle recently launched Shore Connect, giving rural Eastern Shore communities an accessible transportation option. BayRunner Shuttle officials said the …
SALISBURY — The city of Salisbury has placed a one-year ban on data center proposals, joining a growing trend of government bodies across the United States either limiting or banning the industry. …
The Central Delaware Chamber of Commerce is excited to host its annual Holiday Gift Auction this Friday, Oct. 16! Did you know it’s open to the public? That’s right! You don’t have to be a …
SALISBURY — The Salisbury Area Chamber of Commerce in partnership with member and annual business directory publisher Independent Newsmedia Inc., USA and the Salisbury Independent, are excited to …
Attention Shoppers! Are you scratching your head about what to get those special people on your holiday shopping list? Look no further than the Central Delaware Chamber of Commerce’s (CDCC) annual …
DOVER — Businessman and visionary Bobby Wilson first unveiled his idea to clean up the downtown corridor at the City Council’s Committee of the Whole meeting at City Hall on Jan. 13. Almost …

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SALISBURY — Contemporary Christian band MercyMe is slated to hit the Wicomico Civic Center next year as part of its MercyMe LIVE tour. The April 3 tour stop will feature the group best known …
City of Salisbury
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, …
Police
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, …
Election
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. …
Community
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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Clayton tuning up for return of Delmarva Folk Festival
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John Dickinson Plantation visitor center invites guests to dig into its full history
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Delaware Park hosts traveling Vietnam memorial starting Friday

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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 …
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 …

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