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City council debates will take place in April leading up to the Milford elections on April 27.
Milford mayor announces bid to retain seat
Milford Mayor Arthur Campbell has announced that he is seeking his fourth two-year term as the leader of the city. more
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The Milford Chick-Fil-A will be expanding the drive-thru with two full-service lanes after the approval they received at the Board of Adjustments meeting on March 14.
Drive-thru changes to be made to Milford Chick-Fil-A
MILFORD—Residents will soon be able to “Eat Mor Chikin” with the updates being made to the Milford Chick-Fil-A. They will be upgrading their drive-thru lane with two … more
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Pulse of poverty: Steps taken by Delaware lawmakers but more effort needed
DOVER — In recent years, Delaware’s General Assembly has made strides to eradicate symptoms of poverty. And, while many still face the challenges destitution brings, and others live … more
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The Harrington industrial park will be built behind the Pepsi Bottling Ventures along Messicks Road.
Harrington to add industrial park to the city
HARRINGTON—The small city in the middle of the state is about to grow. City manger Norman Barlow and assistant city manager Amanda Marlow attended Capitol Hill Day in Washington D.C. on … more
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Shannon Hannawald, left.,of EndoWarriors of the Eastern Shore, accepted a proclamation from Dorchester County Council President George (Lenny) Pfeffer declaring March 2024 Endometriosis Awareness Month. (Debra Messick photo)
Dorchester County Council forwards eight charter changes
CAMBRIDGE -- The Dorchester County Council meeting room was overflowing Tuesday as the public had a chance to comment on eight recommended charter changes. more
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One of the changes is removing off-street parking requirements, but to do so, developers must provide a parking strategy statement.
Zoning changes are early step to revitalizing downtown Dover
DOVER — In a continuing revitalization effort, City Council approved a series of changes to centralized commercial zoning in the downtown area March 11. Much of the Loockerman Street … more
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City council debates will take place in April leading up to the Milford elections on April 27.
City of Milford to hold council debates
MILFORD—The Chamber of Commerce for Greater Milford will be holding debates amongst the competing candidates for city council leading up to the election on April 27. They wanted to offer a … more
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Dover City Hall.
Dover committee approves block grant funding
Tracey Harvey, the city’s Community Development Block Grant director, proposed $300,000 in funds for four subgrantees last week — a move approved by a City Council committee. more
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Dover City Manager Dave Hugg (left) discusses Dover’s revitalization plan with Dover City Councilman Fred Neil Tuesday at the Dover Public Library.
Plan seeks to extend Dover’s Downtown Development District boundaries
DOVER — The city is hoping to get a five-year renewal through the state next year on its designation as a Downtown Development District. It is also looking to expand its Downtown … more
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Blue crab caught in a crab pot. Maryland's crabbing season starts April 1.
With season starting April 1, Natural Resources Police remind Maryland’s recreational crabbers to comply with conservation laws
ANNAPOLIS — Maryland’s blue crab season officially opens April 1 in the Chesapeake Bay and its tidal tributaries and the Atlantic Ocean and coastal bays. With the opening of a new … more
Sussex County Emergency Operations Center director Joseph L. Thomas monitors a storm system. Mr. Thomas will retire March 28 with more than 36 years with the county, nearly 27 in his current position.
Sussex County recognizes legacy of retiring emergency director
For Joseph L. Thomas, there won’t be any more early-morning powwows to make calls about closures, delays or evacuations amid major weather emergencies. After 36 years and three months of service with the Sussex County Emergency Operations Center — almost 27 years as director — Mr. Thomas is retiring. more
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Legislative Hall, home to the Delaware General Assembly, at night.
Delaware Republican presidential primary will no longer be held
Delaware’s April 2 Republican presidential primary election has been canceled. The General Assembly worked quickly Tuesday to address the withdrawal of former South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley from her presidential campaign — and to save taxpayer monies of more than $1.5 million. more
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Cambridge city manager resigns
CAMBRIDGE -- Almost two years after becoming Cambridge City Manager in April 2022, Tom Carroll submitted his resignation due to differences over the direction of the Cambridge Harbor waterfront development project. more
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Residents attend the bimonthly Smyrna Town Council meeting Monday at Town Hall.
Smyrna budget discussions will continue
There was time allotted to discuss budget issues on Smyrna Town Council’s agenda Monday. But not for long. more
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State Sen. Sarah McBride, D-Wilmington, announced the impending introduction of Senate Bill 13 at the Carvel State Office Building on Monday. Under the proposal, Delaware could unlock federal monies to improve and expand its Medicaid program.
Delaware senator announces bill to bolster Medicaid funding in First State
WILMINGTON — Delaware is one of six states without a health care facility assessment for its hospitals, which has handicapped the state’s ability to access federal Medicaid funds. … more
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The Crisfield Fire Department at the time of its dedication in June 1961. The size of the firetrucks today is much larger than 60 years ago, another reason firefighters say it's time to build new.
Long-range goal: relocate Crisfield Fire Department
CRISFIELD — As the Crisfield Fire Department celebrates 150 years the Mayor and City Council agree with the volunteers that it’s time to build a new single-story multi-purpose station … more
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Kent County Levy Court continues its budget discussions.
Kent County Levy Court highlights staffing and employee difficulties
DOVER – Personnel was the topic of Kent County Levy Court’s second budget workshop on March 13, the cut of which accounts for one of the largest pieces of their annual budget.   … more
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Smyrna Town Council members and staff met Thursday to discuss budget issues.
Smyrna budgeting considerations set for Monday
Smyrna Town Council members are set to make budgeting decisions for the current year at Monday’s bimonthly meeting. more
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A large sewer line in Bethany Beach is under repair and is requiring $1.9 million in extra funding from Sussex County.
Bethany repairs force $1.9M county contract addition
What Sussex County employees thought was a faulty fitting late last year ended up being the failure of an 18-inch sewer line serving Bethany Beach. And it’s now requiring the county to set aside $1.9 million in extra repair money for the rest of the year, a move County Council approved Tuesday. more
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The city's lodging tax will be increased from 1.5% to 3%, which allows them to use the state to collect.
Dover City Council passes lodging tax increase, to begin July 1
DOVER – Dover City Council has passed an ordinance that increases the city’s lodging tax from 1.5% to 3%, which allows the state to collect it on the city’s behalf.   The … more
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