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Delaware Tech graduates find their seats during the processional during Monday night’s commencement ceremony.
Delaware Tech Terry Campus celebrates 443 graduates
DOVER — Delaware Technical Community College’s Charles L. Terry Jr. Campus celebrated its 56th commencement ceremony in front of an overflow crowd underneath a tent on campus on Monday … more
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A graduation ceremony for two Food Bank of Delaware training programs was held Wednesday at the facility in Milford.
Food bank celebrates Culinary School, logistics graduations
The Food Bank of Delaware in Milford concluded its graduations for this session’s training programs with ceremonies for Culinary School and logistics students Wednesday. more
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Springboard Collaborative Pallet Village participant Anthony Dunlap shows the inside of his shelter cabin, which he calls his "man cave."
Springboard co-founder: Georgetown Pallet Village isn’t attracting more homelessness
GEORGETOWN – Springboard Collaborative Pallet Village, a transitional home for those experiencing unsheltered homelessness, is not a magnet attracting additional homelessness to Georgetown, the … more
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The Camden-Wyoming Lions Club will conduct a book sale at the Whatcoat United Methodist Church at 16 N. Main St. in Camden from May 24 until June 1. The book sale will raise scholarship funds for Caesar Rodney High School students.
Lions Club brings book sales back to Kent County
CAMDEN — Kent County has become somewhat of a bookstore desert over the past several years. The Camden-Wyoming Lions Club is hoping to fill that void — at least for nine days — … more
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Christina Boyer, who said she was a one-time juvenile delinquent, seeks to mentor young people off that path with her nonprofit Disciplined Love in Dover.
Dover entrepreneur turning experience into life lessons
DOVER — On the other side of a childhood that was a struggle, Christina Boyer is confident that she has knowledge to share with young people who may find themselves in a bad place. So, the … more
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Lake Forest High School held the annual prom dance on May 11 at Pizzadili Winery in Felton.
Photo Gallery: Lake Forest High School's prom Grand March
FELTON -- Lake Forest High School held their annual prom dance on May 11. The juniors and seniors dressed their best to dance the night away at Pizzadili Winery in Felton.  The Grand … more
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Darlene Hockman of American Legion Auxiliary Unit 24 helps guest of honor Ernest "Ernie" Marvel cut a cake saluting the World War II hero and his 100th birthday Saturday.
War hero’s 100th birthday draws crowd
While Ernest “Ernie” Marvel couldn’t offer his usual handshake due to a recent shoulder injury, there were plenty of hugs, warm embraces and kisses in Dagsboro on Saturday. They were all part of delivering birthday greetings to the highly decorated World War II U.S. Army hero from Frankford, who turned 100 the following day. more
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Elizabeth Esther Café owner Lindsay Powell-Conley describes her Smyrna venue to "America's Best Restaurants" host Theo Williams on Friday.
Owner shows off Elizabeth Esther Café in Smyrna
Lindsay Powell-Conley hosted some special guests Friday to show off her childhood home and the menu that comes with it. The host of “America’s Best Restaurants,” Theo Williams, along with videographer Michael Dick, visited the Elizabeth Esther Café in Smyrna for an upcoming episode of the online show. more
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The Capital School District uses the "Portrait of a Senator" as a goal. It states that students should aspire to be learners and be respectful, honest, engaged, compassionate, accountable, responsible and determined.
Armed individual gains access to Dover Middle School Campus
DOVER — A woman who entered the Dover Middle School campus with a gun Wednesday was arrested, Dover Police said. According to school officials and police, a staff member let in the woman … more
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According to university president Tony Allen, the class of 2024 is the largest in the school's history.
Delaware State University 2024 graduating class marks highest average GPA in university history
DOVER – Delaware State University’s class of 2024 suited up in their caps and gowns to take to the stage Friday morning in the university’s 2023 undergraduate commencement ceremony. … more
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Deborah Treherne, a teacher at Howard T. Ennis School, reacts with shock and joy after being named the Indian River School District's 2025 Teacher of the Year on Thursday.
Treherne is Indian River’s 2025 Teacher of the Year
Upon arrival at Howard T. Ennis School each morning, Deborah Treherne remembers this slogan: Every day is a new day. more
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Sue Harris, a long-time advocate for those less fortunate, points out some of the highlights of the People’s Community Center’s plans on a blueprint at the site last week. DAILY STATE NEWS/MIKE FINNEY
People’s Church aims to help Dover needy
DOVER — Sue Harris and the Rev. Dr. G. Derrick Hodge are attending to the needs of the Dover homeless, while also assisting other individuals in need of life services. The two are … more
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Smash Mouth will headline the 10th anniversary version of Smyrna at Night on June 15.
Smash Mouth to headline Smyrna at Night
SMYRNA — Pop-rock band Smash Mouth will headline this year’s 10th anniversary of Smyrna at Night. In the late ‘90s, Smash Mouth embarked on a relentless touring spree, … more
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Kent County Levy Court highlights big projects for upcoming year
With Kent County Levy Court’s operational budget complete, a Wednesday workshop moved on to $8 million in proposed capital expenditures, for large, one-time items and projects. more
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Employees Tracy Attix, left, and Jessica Sayers of Sayers Jewelers & Gemologists in Smyrna are ready to assist Mother's Day gift givers.
Local businesses offer gift ideas for Mother’s Day
DOVER — Flowers or jewelry? Maybe a good book? Wine? Reporters from the Daily State News offer five ideas to stimulate your Mother’s Day gift giving. (Hint, hint: It’s … more
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Sussex County administration in Georgetown.
Sussex P&Z delays action on accessory dwelling units, buffers
Following more than an hour of discussion Wednesday, the Sussex County Planning & Zoning Commission deferred action on proposed rules governing accessory dwelling units and perimeter buffer zones. more
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From left, Dover City Council members Andre Boggerty and Julia Pillsbury and Police Chief Thomas Johnson attend a Wednesday town hall regarding an Oxford House in the Fox Hall neighborhood.
Oxford House representatives fail to appear at meeting in Dover
A series of meetings is addressing Fox Hall residents’ concerns that a home for recovering addicts is coming to the neighborhood. However, those worries — mostly about potential crime — were exacerbated during Wednesday’s town hall because Oxford House representatives did not show. more
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Jacob McMaster is on a utility pole as part of the Light Up Navajo project in Arizona.
Delaware lineworkers get charge out of energizing Navajo Nation
Some lighthearted Delaware electric workers energized four homes in Arizona’s Navajo Nation in late April. There was a lot of ground to cover on the reservation, but the municipal staffers were up to the task. more
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The Daily State News and Dorchester Banner won several "Best of Show" awards among their two dozen honors in the 2023 MDDC Contest. The Maryland Delaware DC Press Association hosted its 2024 conference on May 3 in Annapolis to highlight news with integrity and excellence in journalism.
Delmarva news team racks up press association awards
This team of writers, designers and managers has impressed the industry once again. Almost 30 industry awards were presented this month to the Independent Newsmedia team of Daily State News, … more
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Scaffolding is up at Georgetown's Sussex County Courthouse for the restoration of its cupola, which has been removed and placed at ground level.
Sussex County Courthouse cupola grounded for restoration
The Sussex County Courthouse in Georgetown will look a little different for the next several months. The building’s cupola, a landmark in the circular heart of Georgetown, was removed Saturday and is at ground level, fenced-in and set to undergo assessment and restoration. more
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