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Somerset County Public Schools school bus 3-2023
Somerset school bus contractors want to revisit pay rates
WESTOVER — Somerset County Superintendent of Schools Dr. John Gaddis and board members will revisit the per vehicle allotment (PVA) for school bus contractors after the president of the school … more
On Tuesday, Kitty Cole holds the Sussex County Council proclamation in honor of her 100th birthday July 7. Joining her are, from left, council members Michael Vincent, Cindy Green, Mark Schaeffer, John Rieley and Doug Hudson and county administrator Todd Lawson.
Part of Sussex history, Kitty Cole showered with 100th-birthday wishes
In honor of her 100th birthday, July 7 is Kitty T. Cole Day, as proclaimed by the city of Rehoboth Beach. In addition, on Tuesday, with gifts and a similar proclamation, Sussex County Council honored Ms. Cole, whose short stint on council kept intact what would become her family’s nearly 50 years as part of the governing body. more
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Crisfield's $6.2 million budget balances with no tax rate or water & sewer increase
CRISFIELD — The City Council approved a $6,215,041 budget for fiscal year 2024 that holds tax rates as well as water and sewer fees the same as the current year. The price for garbage … more
Independent Party of Delaware
Independent Party of Delaware to hold nominating convention July 1
DOVER - The Independent Party of Delaware will hold its nominating convention on July 1 at 11 a.m. The convention will be held at Grotto Pizza in Dover.  Seating is limited.  Call … more
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Delaware Department of Insurance announces company data breach
DOVER — On June 16, PBI Research Services, a third-party vendor for Genworth Financial, disclosed a data breach that impacted the personal information of an estimated 2.5-2.7 million individuals, including about 8,000 Delaware residents, a Delaware Department of Insurance news release said today. more
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Salisbury moves parking lot development plans forward
Salisbury City Council members approved an updated development agreement on three Downtown parking lots, but not before numerous residents demanded the city cancel the deal and put an end to the … more
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Repointing of the exterior brick of the former Gen. Maurice D. Tawes Armory in Crisfield was recently completed as the city which owns the building now seeks $250,000 in additional state funding for HVAC rehabilitation and mold remediation, two improvements that must occur simultaneously.
Crisfield seeks letters of support for grant funding to continue restoration of the for former Tawes Armory
CRISFIELD — The City of Crisfield is seeking letters of support to continue the rehabilitation of the former Gen. Maurice D. Tawes Armory on East Main Street. Built in 1927, the National … more
Sen. Sarah McBride, D-Wilmington.
Delaware Sen. McBride launches 2024 campaign for U.S. House
State Sen. Sarah McBride launched her bid for Delaware’s at-large seat in the U.S. House of Representatives on Monday. The country’s highest-ranking transgender elected official, the Democrat serving Wilmington could become the first transgender member of Congress. more
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Budget, polystyrene foam, property reassessment considered in Delaware General Assembly
Following months of work by the Joint Finance Committee, the General Assembly is poised to pass a $5.6 billion budget bill during the final days of the legislative session this week. more
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Gov. John Carney and stakeholders that contributed to Delaware's "Ready in 6" initiative celebrate the signing of House Bill 104 June 6. The legislation was introduced by Rep. Bill Bush, D-Dover, with co-sponsorship from Sen. Jack Walsh, D-Stanton, and Sen. Spiros Mantzavinos, D-Elsmere.
New Delaware laws aim to streamline businesses' permitting process
DOVER — Two bills that coincide with Delaware’s “Ready in 6” initiative have been signed into law by Gov. John Carney this legislative session. The initiative aims to … more
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Rehoboth Beach adopts revised tree code
REHOBOTH BEACH — The Rehoboth Beach Board of Commissioners adopted a revised tree code June 16 that is easier to understand and navigate, more flexible, and focuses on heritage tree … more
Rehoboth adopts unchanged real estate tax rate
On June 16, the Rehoboth Beach Board of Commissioners adopted a real estate tax rate of 6 cents per $100 of assessed value for the tax year that begins July 1. more
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Sharon Bryson is the new Delaware Office of Highway Safety director. She arrives to the agency with an extensive background at the National Transportation Safety Board.
All roads lead home for new Delaware OHS director
Sharon Bryson is starting her role as director of Delaware’s Office of Highway Safety while the state’s number of traffic deaths continues to soar. Lowering that deadly statistic is a top priority for Ms. Bryson, who replaces the retiring Kim Chesser. more
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The community of Milford Ponds is being built in four phases. Only part of the first phase has been built so far.
Milford planners approve 52-home subdivision
A developer’s plan to build 52 single-family homes in the southern part of the city is one step closer after a Planning Commission vote on Monday. more
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Delaware House approves revisions to Law Enforcement Officers' Bill of Rights
DOVER — After more than three years of deliberation, the first overhaul of Delaware’s Law Enforcement Officers’ Bill of Rights in 50 years was approved by the House of … more
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Delaware's first marijuana commissioner confirmed by state Senate
DOVER — The Delaware Senate voted unanimously Wednesday to approve Robert Coupe, a longtime law enforcement leader who has held numerous positions in government, as the state’s first … more
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Rep. Sherry Dorsey Walker, D-Wilmington.
Democratic state representative seeking lieutenant governor spot in Delaware
WILMINGTON — State Rep. Sherry Dorsey Walker announced Monday her intent to run for lieutenant governor next fall, becoming the first to publicly declare candidacy for the vacating office. … more
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Lisa Blunt Rochester
Delaware Congresswoman Blunt Rochester announces bid for US Senate
Rep. Lisa Blunt Rochester, D-Del., announced the launch of her U.S. Senate campaign ahead of the 2024 election Wednesday. more
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Tanger Outlets in Lewes provides charging stations for its customers.
Delaware House OKs codification of electric vehicle rebate program
DOVER — With hopes to incentivize the purchase of zero-emission vehicles in Delaware, lawmakers in the House of Representatives approved legislation to codify the state’s electric vehicle … more
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Seaford charter change pulled from Delaware House agenda for second time
DOVER — A bill that would allow nonresident owners of artificial entities to participate in Seaford’s municipal election was pulled from the House of Representatives’ agenda Tuesday … more
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