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The lodging tax was originally set at 1.5% as an incentive to get visitors to come to Dover, but now officials are saying that it has not been successful.
Potential Dover lodging tax increase reaches City Council
DOVER – The lodging tax increase that was proposed at a Dover Committee of the Whole meeting in February reached City Council for its first reading Monday.   Currently, the City of … more
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Cole Carter speaks of the virtues of Sussex County's adult education programs Wednesday, while members of the Adult Basic Education Task Force look on.
Task force releases final report on adult ed in Delaware
The Adult Basic Education Task Force, formed in 2023 by two state lawmakers, released its final report Wednesday, sharing how to replicate positive results seen at facilities like Sussex Technical High School. more
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Seaford city council will partner with NVR Inc. for closing costs in a workforce housing pilot program earmarked fir first responders, healthcare and education professionals, fire fighters and active military.
Seaford introducing closing cost incentive
With City Council’s blessing and a financial pledge, a pilot program of homebuying incentives for first responders, education and health professionals, and military personnel is taking off. more
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As ticket prices climb, music industry seeks solutions in Maryland
Nearly $25,000. That’s how much one ticket cost on Vivid Seats for Hozier’s upcoming Merriweather Post Pavilion show in May. The original price for a seat at the sold-out show was $99, according to I.M.P., the production company that owns Merriweather. more
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Mayor Darlene Taylor speaks to the media, FEMA and MDEM officials while at the Crisfield City Dock following a lunch and meeting at the Tawes Museum.
Crisfield tour by FEMA and MDEM highlights city's commitment to reducing flood risk
CRISFIELD — Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) senior officials Victoria Salinas and MaryAnn Tierney and Maryland Department of Emergency Management Secretary Russ Strickland were in … more
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Delaware's voting measures deemed unconstitutional
The state’s permanent absentee and early-voting laws have been declared unconstitutional, according to a ruling by Delaware’s Superior Court on Friday. more
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Kent County sewer fees likely to increase by 20 percent
DOVER – The Kent County Levy Court seems likely to implement a 20% fee increase for its sewer contract users, which was discussed as part of the county’s proposed FY25 Sewer Fund Budget … more
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The Cape Henlopen School District is seeking additional funds via referendum this year, but the county has some ways to apply for tax credits.
Tax relief available for possible referendum hikes in Sussex
As Cape Henlopen School District officials continue to make the case for a tax hike of almost 55 cents per $100 of assessed property value to cover operational and capital expenses, they are also touting tax breaks offered by Sussex County. more
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Milford City Council voted last week to terminate the eminent domain case for 8 acres of Annette Billings' property to create a bike path.
Milford mayor speaks out about eminent domain controversy
A recently concluded eminent domain issue for a parcel of land along Rehoboth Boulevard in Milford caused a divide between many residents and city leaders. So, Mayor Arthur Campbell is backing up City Council’s Wednesday decision to terminate its request to obtain 8 acres of Annette Billings’ land for a bike path. more
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DNREC moves toward fee increases
DOVER – The Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control was the last department to appear before the Joint Finance Committee this year, and DNREC’s financial situation … more
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Delaware Department of Technology and Information gives broadband updates
The Delaware Department of Technology and Information provided insight into its operations during a Joint Finance Committee hearing Thursday, plus offered a report about broadband efforts. more
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Seaford's 2024 election April 20 will have two candidates for mayor and five for city council.
Two seeking mayor spot, five vying for council in Seaford
Voters going to the polls in the Seaford municipal election April 20 will have multiple choices for mayor and City Council. more
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This image, captured by a Department of Transportation drone, shows the progress of the Del. 1 and Del. 16 interchange, near Milton, earlier this year. A proposal for an entertainment complex in the area is before Sussex County Council, as well.
Council defers decision on Milton entertainment complex
As Sussex County Council and business leaders discussed a proposed entertainment complex in Milton on Tuesday, a picture of forethought and suitability emerged. more
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This gateway welcoming travelers along US 113 and SR 26 in Dagsboro, as well as another sign toppled during a storm last year, will be replaced.
Amid timing concerns, Dagsboro amending trash pickup ordinance
DAGSBORO – There was some trash talk at the mayor and council meeting Feb. 19. Upon hearing concerns from Prince George’s Acres residents about 4 a.m. trash hauler pickup in their … more
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Many people gathered at the meeting on Wednesday to learn what would happen to Annette Billings' property.
Public outcry credited in reversing Milford’s eminent domain pursuit
MILFORD—Citizen’s outcry turned into allowing Annette Billings to keep her property. Many people were left confused and did not know what the facts of the case were. It all … more
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Just south of the Milford Redners on US 133, a billboard was placed to express concerns about the Milford City Council's decisions in the situation with the property.
Eminent domain ends in Milford
MILFORD—After about a month-long fight with the city of Milford, Annette Billings will get to keep her property that was in the process of being condemned through eminent domain for a bike … more
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In plans for a new police station in Dagsboro, the existing headquarters behind Town Hall will be torn down.
Change likely in plans for Dagsboro police station, Town Hall
There may be some alterations coming in plans for a new police station and Town Hall renovation — a project more than two years along. more
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The Field of Dreams, operated by the Delaware Recreation Education Athletic and Mentoring Association, is on Lewis Road in Dover.
Field of Dreams debate continues at Kent County Levy Court
A conditional use application for the Field of Dreams, presented before Kent County Levy Court last month, made some waves among its neighbors. more
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The city of Dover is considering raising its lodging tax from 1.5% to 3%. The proposed ordinance passed committee and will have its first public hearing at the next City Council meeting on Feb. 26.
Dover committee proposes increase to lodging tax
DOVER — A lodging tax in the city has been voted on by members of the city’s Legislative, Finance and Administration Committee to increase by 1.5% for a rate of 3% on hotel/motel rooms. … more
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Just south of the Milford Redner's on US 113, a billboard was placed to express concerns about the Milford City Council's decisions in the situation with the property.
Billings home creates controversy in Milford
MILFORD—The city of Milford has grown to know the name Annette Billings. She is a Milford native fighting to keep her property in a legal battle of eminent domain. The city is attempting … more
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