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NeighborGood Partners broke ground with several other organizations on its newest housing initiative downtown Tuesday. Its goal is to build four energy efficient homes on North Kirkwood Street.  PHOTO COURTESY OF THE DELAWARE STATE HOUSING AUTHORITY
Dover housing project focused on energy efficiency
DOVER — NeighborGood Partners broke ground with several collaborators on its newest downtown housing initiative Tuesday. It is building four energy-efficient homes on North Kirkwood … more
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Members of the Central Delaware Chamber of Commerce celebrated a ribbon cutting for the high-end rental property Sunset Village, just south of Camden, on Monday. DAILY STATE NEWS/MIKE FINNEY
Sunset Village raises bar for apartments in Kent Co.
CAMDEN — Seeing a need for upscale apartments in central Delaware, Windward Communities has developed a complex in a secluded location on Upper King Road. While Sunset Village leased the … more
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Chuck Mankin and Arlene Collier-Mankin display a Carry the Load flyer for the May 2 event.
Carry the Load visiting Smyrna VFW post
This year’s Carry the Load visit to Smyrna comes with a little extra incentive for attendees. On May 2, host Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 8801 has also invited veterans resource organizations for an informational fair. more
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The fiscal year 2024 Uniform Guidance Single Audit report, released Monday by the state auditor, identified some anomalies that agencies are working to correct.
FY ’24 audit finds areas where Delaware agencies can improve
A report released Monday by state Auditor Lydia York found that most of the $4.2 million in federal funds received by Delaware in fiscal year 2024 are being spent properly but also identified areas of concern. more
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The Cheeky Chicks chair volleyball team of Noble's Pond in Dover includes, top row, from left, Randee Blumstein, Carol LaRocca, Barbara Neumann, Alice Riley, Laura Hazzard and Sylvia Liddle; middle row, from left, Cheryl McDaniel, Cheri Murry-Williams, Maryann Waters, Maryann Goodhand, Jean Marcus, Linda Purdy and Robin Reynolds; and bottom row, from left, Debbie Giddes, Rhonda Detzel, Maggie Osifchin and Linda Proulx.
Chair volleyball sits well with Cheeky Chicks in Dover
For a certain group of age 55-plus Dover residents, chair volleyball has gotten to the bottom of their fitness and entertainment goals. more
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Helene Keeley, left, executive director of the Delaware Lottery, and Barbara Miller, deputy director, celebrated the agency's 50th anniversary with staff Friday. DAILY STATE NEWS/MIKE FINNEY
Delaware Lottery reaches golden milestone
DOVER — Delaware Lottery employees may feel like winners just by showing up to work. That would explain why there are hardly any staff changes at its 1575 McKee Road office, virtually … more
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Edith Sparks celebrated her 100th birthday surrounded by her family March 16. PHOTO COURTESY OF LANA KEELER
Sparks still flying: Smyrna native turns 100
KENTON — Back in 1925, the Jazz Age was in full swing, Mount Rushmore was dedicated two years before its carving began, and Adolf Hitler published his infamous “Mein Kampf” … more
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A long wooden bridge traverses wetlands at the start of the 1.1-mile walking trail at Big Oak Park in Smyrna. DAILY STATE NEWS/MIKE FINNEY
A walk on the mild side: Outdoor strolls beckon with warmer temps
DOVER — With the arrival of spring and the weather warming up, the lure of the great outdoors is pulling at many Delawareans. Fortunately, there is no shortage of walking trails at state, … more
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Double Dutch Therapy shared games and joy at the 2025 W3 What Women Want Fest, hosted by the Daily State News.
Fest for women in Wyoming celebrates local female leadership
The W3 What Women Want Fest returned for another year, with a day of fun, relaxation and festivities Saturday in Wyoming. more
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The Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control will host a public meeting on the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission’s Horseshoe Crab Management Plan on Thursday. PHOTO COURTESY OF U.S. FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE
DNREC to host public meeting on horseshoe crab management plan
DOVER — The Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control, through its’ Division of Fish and Wildlife, will host a public meeting on the Atlantic States Marine … more
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Pastor Brian C. Cunningham became the first African American preacher for First Baptist Church of Dover about a month ago. He and his wife, Cecile Cunningham, now call the church home. DAILY STATE NEWS/MIKE FINNEY
A first for First Baptist: New pastor, wife find church to call home
DOVER — Every day, Pastor Brian C. Cunningham tries to discover inspiring messages to share about his walk with God. In doing so, he’s also made some history. One of the … more
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Young hockey players say "Hockey!" while getting their picture taken.
Future of skating in Kent County remains uncertain
DOVER – Despite support from Mayor Robin Christiansen and Senator Dave Lawson, the future of ice skating in Kent County remains uncertain, with money being the main issue. During a press … more
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Members of the Delaware Forest Service, including State Forester Kyle Hoyd, left, responded to an early morning wildfire in Camden in January.
With drought, Delaware wildlife concerns rise
DOVER — Sam Topper took just a bit of comfort in the recent overnight rain in Delaware. more
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Donnell Fears, left, and Bobby Wilson will be presenting a carnival in Smyrna, starting Friday.
Carnival in Smyrna marks spring’s arrival
A carnival is coming to Smyrna, and it couldn’t arrive at a better time. After a rough winter, spring begins Thursday. And, as temperatures are rising, a nine-night fair opens Friday at George C. Wright Jr. Municipal Park, 502 N. Main St. more
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This is the before and after photos of the site remediation that has taken place at 120 S. Governor’s Ave. The site is eventually planned to house a 160 residential unit mixed-use structure. PHOTOS COURTESY OF THE DOWNTOWN DOVER PARTNERSHIP
Downtown Dover Partnership seeks help with brownfield cleanup
DOVER — The Downtown Dover Partnership — to address longtime contamination and environmental justice issues — was awarded a brownfields multipurpose grant from the Environmental … more
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Celebrants at the St. Patrick's Day gathering at Dover's City Hall on Monday included Councilwoman Tricia Arndt, Deacon Bob McMullen of Church of the Holy Cross, Mayor Robin Christiansen and Councilman Fred Neil.
Wee bit of Irish fun: Dover marks St. Pat’s Day with small celebration
The city of Dover celebrated St. Patrick’s Day with a small gathering outside of City Hall on Monday. more
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Cody Martin of the Forever Fit Foundation leads the crowd in stretching at the W3: What Women Want Fest, presented by Daily State News in 2024.
What Women Want Fest a lighthearted day of ladies, leadership and laidback fun
It’s a day of friends, fashion, and fitness. The W3 What Women Want Fest is a festive and relaxing day for women to gather together with their gal pals of all ages. This 2025 event returns … more
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Veterans from all over the state participated in the We the Veterans rally Thursday, advocating for legal protections and rights for armed forces members.
‘To support and defend’: Veterans rally at Legislative Hall in Dover
Gathering for their rights, over 100 military members assembled in Legislative Hall in Dover on Thursday, as part of the second annual We the Veterans rally. more
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Rider Pride Day will be at Caesar Rodney High School and feature a wide variety of entertainment and refreshments.
Caesar Rodney Rider Pride Day on April 12
DOVER – Caesar Rodney School District’s annual Rider Pride Day will be on April 12 at Caesar Rodney High School, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Festivities at the event include art shows, … more
The door of Dover's Christ Episcopal Church is painted "Episcopal red."
322 years of keeping faith: Christ Church honors deep history in Dover
In 1703, 22 Kent County residents signed a petition requesting the ministry of a priest. A year later, that tiny congregation began worshiping in a small wooden structure outside of Dover. more
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