Ex-Milford police officer turns author after wounded in shooting

MILFORD — For former Milford Police officer turned author TJ Webb, his book “signifies the need to never give up, the desire to push yourself further than expected.”

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GEORGETOWN — A revamped HO-scale model train layout featuring holiday features is being showcased with the Jimmy Boyer Christmas Train display at the Georgetown Historical Society. It will …

With a pending budget amendment, a proposal is on Millsboro Town Council’s table to enlist the University of Delaware’s Center for Applied Demography and Survey Research as a third-party vendor to tackle redistricting.
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Jessey Moore, CNA, cares for patients at the Bayhealth Sussex Campus and has earned a Sunshine Award. Ms. Moore has displayed that she holds all of Bayhealth’s five core values: …
DOVER — The Daughters of the American Revolution, Col. John Haslet Chapter in Dover inducted new member Kathy Bates at a recent meeting. The official oath of membership was administered by …
REHOBOTH BEACH — Benjamin Clifton, a 17-year-old Cape Henlopen High School senior, may not yet know where he’ll be attending college next year, but he’s settled on a career path. …

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Leadership Delaware, Inc. announces the class of 2024

WILMINGTON — Leadership Delaware, Inc. announces its class of 2024, the 16th class of fellows. During the year-long program, participants meet and hear from over 150 speakers, each …

DOVER — Energize Delaware announces the launch of its new Business Technical Assistance program to improve energy efficiency in small and mid-size commercial buildings, including those in …
The Del-One Board of Directors announce the selection of Dan McCarthy as interim president and CEO. Mr. McCarthy joined Del-One as chief human resources officer in 2019 and was promoted to the …
MILFORD — The Chamber of Commerce for Greater Milford, friends and family recently celebrated a ribbon cutting/five year anniversary with Evans Armantrading Jr, the CEO and …

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Delaware's Gerald Drumgoole, Jr. drives to the basket against Xavier on Tuesday night. UNIVERSITY OF DELAWARE ATHLETICS PHOTO.

Delaware knocks off Xavier in basketball for first win over Big East foe

CINCINNATI — A month into the season, the rebuilt Delaware men’s basketball team is still figuring out exactly who it is. On …
Delaware coach Ryan Carty watches the snow falling during Saturday's FCS playoff game at Montana. DELAWARE ATHLETICS PHOTO/MIKEY REEVES.

Delaware knows it's just getting started on move to FBS

By Andy Walter Delaware State News NEWARK — When they left the field after pre-game warmups, Ryan Carty remembers thinking how …
Dover defensive lineman Michael Stevenson breaks through to stop CR’s Sincere Wright for a loss in the first quarter. SPECIAL TO THE DELAWARE STATE NEWS/GARY EMEIGH

Three Downstaters top Delaware All-Class football teams

DOVER — Three Downstate football players were among the top award winners as the state’s high school coaches announced their …
Delaware men's basketball coach Martin Ingelsby knows moving to Conference USA will be a step up doe the Blue Hens. UNIVERSITY OF DELAWARE ATHLETICS PHOTO.

Delaware men’s basketball team faces tougher but more exciting road

NEWARK — They were traveling back from a tournament in the Bahamas when the news broke. And, right away, some Delaware’s …
The Blue Hens' Keyshawn Hunter (55) and Jackson Taylor make a tackle in Montana on Saturday night. UNIVERSITY OF DELAWARE ATHLETICS PHOTO.

Delaware no match for Montana in last-ever NCAA playoff game

This wasn’t the first time that Delaware ran into an NCAA playoff opponent that was too tough to get past. But it may have been …

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‘The Nutcracker’ delights in Dover

The Greater Georgetown Chamber of Commerce has announced that Louise Rathfon has been selected as grand marshal for the Georgetown Christmas Parade on Thursday.
Dover Motor Speedway has become renowned for hosting NASCAR’s premier Cup Series racing circuit ever since it opened its gates in 1969. It has a long history of legendary winners on the “Monster Mile,” including Jimmie Johnson, Dale Earnhardt Sr. and Richard Petty. However, starting next year, the site will host a different type of car event, when Goodguys Rod & Custom’s Mid-Atlantic Nationals takes place June 7-9.

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Kent County
DOVER — Dr. Marlene A. Saunders, a Delaware State University alumna and an almost 30-year faculty member at her alma mater, has expanded her legacy at Delaware State University by becoming a …
WILMINGTON — The Goldey-Beacom College president and board of trustees announce the promotion of Susan M. Mannering to vice president for finance/chief financial officer. Ms. Mannering …
DOVER — A paraprofessional/library specialist from Caesar Rodney School District’s Magnolia Middle School is the state’s 2024 Delaware Educational Support Professional of the Year. …

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New Castle County
NEWARK — Students in Delaware Technical Community College’s chemical process operator program will now be able to practice critical industry safety procedures at the Stanton Campus thanks …
The National Coalition of 100 Black Women Delaware announces the induction of 33 new members. The inductees bring expertise and passion to the National Coalition of 100 Black Women Delaware, …
DOVER — To address nurse staffing challenges impacting state-operated facilities, the State of Delaware is implementing an innovative tuition incentive program to enhance the recruitment of …

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Sussex County
LEWES — St. Peter’s Episcopal Church will hold its annual Cookie Walk at 8 a.m. Dec. 16 in the parish hall. The sale will end at 11 a.m. or when sold out.  The cost is $10 …
Bayhealth announces its presenting sponsorship of the  2023 Hoophall East at Slam Dunk to the Beach elite high school basketball showcase Dec. 26-29 at Cape Henlopen High School in Lewes. …
A 74-year-old Seaford woman died from injuries suffered in a two-vehicle crash Sunday.

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