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Shown is a nasal spray kit with 4 milligrams of Narcan ready for use to prevent an opioid overdose.
Delaware officials blame ‘designer Xanax’ mixture for overdose spike
Bromazolam is a synthetic benzodiazepine never approved for use in the United States. But, according to health officials, it has made its way into Delaware’s illicit opioid supply and is the reason for the spate of overdoses in Kent and Sussex counties first discovered in late April. more
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The Food Bank of Delaware, including its new Milford location, works to stop hunger and poverty across the state by providing services to those in need.
Poverty through the Food Bank of Delaware’s lens
In Delaware, 1 out of 8 people are hungry, while 1 out of 5 children are. This new data collected by the Food Bank of Delaware is sobering for the agency’s president and CEO Cathy Kanefsky. … more
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G&R Campground owners Leonard and Yolanda Young stand among its cabins.
With grant, Houston’s historic G&R Campground modernizing
On a property rich in history, catching up to modern times is important, as well. With financial help from the state, G&R Campground owners Yolanda and Leonard Young seek to do just that at their Houston location. more
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Sen. Darius Brown speaks on the Senate floor in May. The Wilmington Democrat is leading an effort to establish the Delaware Grocery Initiative to find solutions to the high number of food deserts.
Delaware State Senate approves food deserts bill
DOVER — Many Delawareans do not have access to healthy food because they live in a food desert. On Tuesday, the Delaware State Senate voted unanimously to approve a bill that aims to … more
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The Sankofa Dancers during the opening ceremonies of the 32nd annual African American Festival in Dover in 2022.
African American Festival to ‘rock’ Dover on June 22
A longtime staple, the Positively Dover African American Festival is returning to Legislative Mall for its 34th year June 22. more
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The second annual Juneteenth celebration in Milford will be on June 19 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Bicentennial Park with games, live music and food.
Milford welcomes back Juneteenth celebration
MILFORD – The city of Milford is bringing back to Juneteenth celebration after having much success last year. On June 19 the city is hosting their second annual Juneteenth celebration from … more
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The Rehoboth Beach Public Library Board of Trustees, from left, James Berry, Kay Wheatley, Tom Wontorek, Rose Marie Patin, Liane McDowell Sorenson, Joe Wade and Dave Eason.
Rehoboth library grows board, plans to broaden services
By focusing on the renovation of its 226 Rehoboth Ave. site, the Rehoboth Beach Public Library’s Board of Trustees hopes actions speak louder than some words that may have clouded its agenda. more
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Big Oyster Brewery opened another location in Milford at the newly opened Southern Delaware Golf Club.
Big Oyster Brewery opens in Milford
MILFORD – Just in time for summer demand, Big Oyster Brewery joined the Milford community. Big Oyster Brewery added to their location in Lewes to a second restaurant at the Southern … more
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Tony Gerdes stars as Billy and Jill Liberaski as his lost love, Angela, in "The End of the Run." The film, shot entirely in Dover, gets its premiere at Possum Hall in Georgetown on Saturday.
Dover-based film set for gala premiere at Possum Hall
DOVER — A story written 20 years ago and filmed entirely in the capital city is hitting the big screen this weekend with a festive premiere. “The End of the Run” is a … more
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The Seaford Police Department is seeking businesses and residents to enroll in a camera registry system to fight crime.
To fight crime, camera registry offered by Seaford police
Through additional surveillance, the Seaford Police Department is seeking support to take a bigger bite out of crime. At Tuesday’s City Council meeting, Deputy Chief Michael Rapa spoke about the Flock Safety Community Camera Registry, which allows residents and business owners to enroll cameras set up on their property. more
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Capital School District Superintendent Dr. Vilicia Cade addressed Dover High School's Class of 2024 only last Friday.
Cade resigns from role as Capital School District Superintendent and CEO
DOVER--Capital School District's superintendent Vilicia Cade has resigned, according to Board of Education president Felecia Duggins. Her last day will be July 22.  more
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This map, part of the Rossi Group's presentation Tuesday, shows various zones proposed for retail marijuana facilities in Dover. Theoretically, any red not in a bubble could be home to such an establishment.
Dover officials discuss proposed rules for marijuana retail
A civil engineering and planning consultant outlined a proposal regarding rules for marijuana retail in Dover city limits Tuesday, but officials decided to defer the discussion after some debate. more
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Angela Townsend, who fell 35 votes short in a bid for Georgetown's mayoral seat last month, speaks Monday at her last Town Council meeting.
Town manager addresses Georgetown candidate’s election ‘discrepancies’
As she prepared to complete her second tenure on Georgetown Town Council on Monday, Angela Townsend shared her take on last month’s municipal election. On May 11, she lost a bid for the mayor’s seat to the five-term incumbent, Bill West, 380-345. But Ms. Townsend said there are “a lot of discrepancies” regarding the vote. more
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Sussex accessory dwelling unit ordinance stalled
Finding that a draft ordinance that had already been through several layers of county evaluation had neglected to consider certain lot sizes, Sussex County Council decided to stall a decision about accessory dwelling units Tuesday. more
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The ribbon for the Mental Health Association in Delaware's Milford annex was cut Friday by Janet Lafferty, left, the wife of Jim Lafferty, and Emily Vera, the executive director of the association. The office is named for Mr. Lafferty, a former leader of the agency who died last year.
Mental Health Association opens annex in Milford
The Mental Health Association in Delaware has extended its services south, adding a location at the Milford Wellness Center. more
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Sussex County delays perimeter buffer action
It remains to be seen if any comments provided by conservationists, developer associates and others during a Tuesday public hearing about rules for development boundaries in Sussex County will end up in the final regulations. more
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President Joe Biden's son, Hunter Biden, is convicted of all 3 felonies in federal gun trial
WILMINGTON, Del. (AP) — Hunter Biden was convicted Tuesday of all three felony charges related to the purchase of a revolver in 2018 when, prosecutors argued, the president's son lied on a … more
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The Hive on Loockerman, which held a ribbon cutting Friday, is at 28 W Loockerman St. in Dover.
The Hive on Loockerman cuts ribbon
DOVER — Business and event center The Hive on Loockerman is ready for clients after a Central Delaware Chamber of Commerce ribbon cutting Friday. “We live in central Delaware, in a … more
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Councilman Bill Hare listens to discussion during Monday's Dover City Council meeting.
Dover council votes to censure Hare
City Council has voted to censure Councilman Bill Hare, a former president of the body, for his alleged conduct with city code enforcement officer Lauren Eisenbraun and her husband, Cameron Eisenbraun. more
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Cuisine at Watershed Alley in Chestertown, Md.
Watershed Alley: Local, welcoming and refined in Chestertown
First walking into Watershed Alley almost felt like a metro experience. It looked elegant and hip, with exposed brick, glass art and curated lights. Meanwhile, I was sweating down to my sneakers … more
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