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Former Seaford city manager Dolores Slatcher holds a picture of her late husband, Mayor Bill Slatcher, next to a plaque at the city's Slatcher Substation on May 30.
Seaford substation dedicated in honor of Bill and Dolores Slatcher
Seaford's former Pine Street Substation has a new name, but it’s likely familiar to many. With a formal dedication May 30, the facility on North Pine Street Extended was dubbed the Slatcher Substation. more
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Indian River Class of 2025 graduates throw their motorboards at the end of the June 3 commencement.
PHOTO GALLERY: Indian River High School Class of 2025
DAGSBORO – An Indian River High School Class of 2025 that continued “IR Pride”  tradition graduated June 3 before a large audience of family and friends. The class totaled … more
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Rehoboth Beach municipal election set with four candidates
REHOBOTH BEACH — The filing period for the Rehoboth Beach municipal elections ended on June 2, with four candidates vying for two seats, however this could change on June 20, when the sitting … more
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This is one mass of spotted lanternflies that Dover resident Bonnie Pinder has caught with a tape band around her silver maple tree. DAILY STATE NEWS/MIKE FINNEY
Spotted lanternflies create headache for Dover woman
DOVER — The first spotted lanternfly in Delaware was discovered in New Castle County in 2017. Living up to its name, the invasive pest, also known as the “hitchhiker bug,” has … more
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Delaware Healthcare Association president and CEO Brian Frazee addresses Senate lawmakers on in 2024 regarding a bill to establish a Delaware hospital cost review board.
Court of Chancery denies Delaware's motion to dismiss lawsuit against Diamond State Hospital Cost Review Board
DOVER — Delaware’s Court of Chancery dismissed the state’s motion to dismiss ChristianaCare’s lawsuit challenging the recently created Diamond State Hospital Cost Review Board … more
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The gray fox has evolved to climb trees, where it makes dens, rather than in holes like the red fox. Since 2010, it has been Delaware’s state mammal.
Seasonal changes, development bring out the wildlife in Sussex County
With weather changing and development churning in Sussex County, more wildlife is roaming around the area. Some are protected species, and some are just nice to see. But all call Delaware home. more
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Andrew Jackson, left, of Milford-based radio station The Bridge plants a tree with Malawi residents during a recent CUPS Mission trip to the African nation.
Milford radio station employee finds inspiration in Malawi mission work
A trip to the impoverished southeast African nation of Malawi four years ago profoundly affected Andrew Jackson of Seaford. more
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State Rep. Krista Griffith details her opposition to amendments led by House Minority Leader Tim Dukes during consideration of the Freedom to Read Act on May 22.
Delaware House passes Freedom to Read Act after consideration of several Republican amendments
The state House of Representatives advanced legislation May 22 to protect book access in public and school libraries but not before the consideration of several Republican-led amendments. more
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Speaker of the House Melissa Minor-Brown, right, is leading the effort to establish a separate Grant-In-Aid Subcommittee to handle nonprofit organizations and community service's funding requests. Here, she introduces the bill during the May 21 House Administration Committee hearing.
Delaware lawmakers working to streamline grants-in-aid process for nonprofit organizations
DOVER — Delaware’s annual grants-in-aid bill provides vital financial support to nonprofit organizations, emergency services, senior centers and community groups throughout the state. … more
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Block Island Offshore Wind Farm near New Shoreham, Rhode Island.
Delaware Senate to consider controversial bill to repeal Sussex County’s denial of offshore wind permit on June 2
DOVER — A controversial proposal that could overturn Sussex County Council’s December 2024 decision to reject a permit for planned offshore wind projects off Delaware’s coast will … more
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State Rep. Lyndon Yearick speaks on the House of Representatives' floor during the 2024 legislative session. This year, he is the prime sponsor of a bill regarding the earned income tax credit.
Bill to boost Delaware's earned income tax credit released from committee, but lawmakers express cost concerns
Despite worry surrounding the state’s tight fiscal outlook, a proposal to increase its refundable earned income tax credit from 4.5% to 20% of the corresponding federal rate now awaits budget approval. more
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Delaware Senate President Pro Tempore Dave Sokola speaks May 20 during consideration of his constitutional amendment to require reconfirmations of holdover cabinet members at the completion of gubernatorial terms.
Delaware Senate passes constitutional amendment to require reconfirmations of holdover cabinet members
The second leg of a constitutional amendment to require reconfirmation for holdover members of governors’ cabinets passed the Senate on May 20 and awaits final approval from the House of Representatives. more
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Dover Con is expecting another huge crowd this year. It will take place June 14 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the downtown area. DAILY STATE NEWS FILE PHOTO
Universes will collide at Dover Con
DOVER — Dover Con 2025 promises a magical place where divergent worlds merge — from science fiction to fantasy to medieval times and everything in between. There’s no right or … more
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Milford City Council OKs contract for still-unnamed new city manager
Milford officials have chosen, but still not identified, their new city manager and have approved a $195,000-a-year contract for the position. more
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Sen. Eric Buckson, R-Camden, speaks on the Senate floor on May 20 during consideration of his proposal to require school districts to develop policies for student cell phone use.
Delaware Senate passes bill requiring school districts to adopt cell phone use policies
DOVER — As state lawmakers continue to work on improving school climate and student behavior in Delaware schools, the Senate passed legislation on May 20 requiring school districts to adopt … more
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Avyn Fuhr, pictured third from left in the second row, with Kent County paramedics, the Felton Fire Company and his family.
Kent County Levy Court hosts third annual Survivors Ceremony
The Kent County Levy Court's Department of Public Safety celebrated its third annual Survivors  Ceremony May 21, where cardiac arrest patients and first responders were … more
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Lorraine Leavel sings "The Star-Spangled Banner," as First State Military Academy cadets present the colors May 26 at a Memorial Day ceremony at Milford High School.
Milford displays patriotism at Memorial Day gathering
Air Force veteran Brittany Sard cannot forget the tribute she and other recruits made every night during basic training. more
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Councilmembers Roy Sudler and Brian Lewis propose a municipal services impact fee to bring in extra revenue from tax-exempt entities.
Dover electric rates could increase 10%
Dover City Council voted 8-1 to approve a budget draft for fiscal year 2026 on May 21, including a potential 10% rise in the cost of electricity. more
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A display of donated wreaths graces the Veterans Memorial at the foot of the Rehoboth Beach Bandstand on Memorial Day.
Rehoboth Beach reflects on vets’ sacrifices
It was a somber start to the season under mostly cloudy skies May 26, as veterans, dignitaries and Gold Star families gathered at the Rehoboth Beach Bandstand. more
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Indian River School Board members Mark Steele and Anita West Werner listen to a presentation on finances.
Indian River School District opts to discontinue town SROs
Financial uncertainty is taking a bite out of the number of security officers in the Indian River School District. more
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