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The Georgetown Public Library is located at 123 W. Pine St., Georgrtown.

Georgetown Library hosting free nutrition classes

GEORGETOWN — The Georgetown Public Library will host free nutrition classes in the month of May. Classes will be held May 7, 13, 20 and 27 from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at the library, at 123 W. … more

Daily State News | 4/11/26

Bridgeville man dies in grain tank accident

BRIDGEVILLE — A Bridgeville man is dead, and another man was rescued April 10 in a grain tank accident that brought first responders and technical rescue units from across the region. … more

Daily State News | 4/11/26

The Sussex County Administrative Offices are located on the Circle in Georgetown.

Sussex council, P&Z both face long agendas next week

Having not met since March 17, Sussex County Council has published a lengthy agenda for its session at 10 a.m. April 14. more

By Brian Gilliland | 4/11/26

Judy Lodge, Director of Sales for the Vantage Hospitality Group and the 436th Contracting Squadron honorary commander, tours the flight deck of a C-17 Globemaster III at Dover Air Force Base, Delaware, March 24, 2026. The new class of honorary commanders toured Dover AFB and were later inducted into the HCC program during a formal ceremony that evening held at the Air Mobility Command Museum. (U.S. Air Force photo by Mauricio Campino)

Team Dover inducts 35 new Honorary Commanders

DOVER AIR FORCE BASE — Team Dover inducted 35 local civic and business leaders into the base’s 2026 Honorary Commander Program March 24 during an orientation and ceremony. In addition to an … more

By By Jeremy Larlee 512th Airlift Wing Public Affairs | 4/10/26

The Kent County Regional Planning Commission gave preliminary subdivision approval to Barratts Landing in Frederica on April 9.

Kent Planning Commission OKs 244-house project, backs substation upgrades

A proposed subdivision of 244 single-family houses received preliminary plan approval from the Kent County Regional Planning Commission on April 9. more

By Brian Trompeter | 4/10/26

The firm was designated as an Early Professional Friendly Firm by AIA Maryland. PROVIDED ART

Becker Morgan Group recognized as an Early Professional Friendly Firm by AIA Maryland

SALISBURY — Becker Morgan Group, Inc. has announced its recognition by the American Institute of Architects Maryland as an Early Professional Friendly Firm for the 2025 designation period. Becker … more

Salisbury Independent | 4/10/26

Wor-Wic Community College is located at 32000 Campus Dr. in Salisbury. SALISBURY INDEPENDENT/RICHARD CAINES

Wor-Wic Community College adds new health degree options

SALISBURY — Wor-Wic Community College has added two new degree options for students interested in health care careers. The associate of science (A.S.) degree in health sciences program is flexible … more

Salisbury Independent | 4/10/26

Felton man, woman arrested on felony drug charges

FELTON — Delaware State Police announced April 10 they had arrested a Felton man and woman on felony drug charges after a probation-and-parole search in the town. 47-year-old Eric Cane and … more

4/10/26

On April 9, the Milford Board of Adjustment approved a 160-square-foot freestanding sign with this design for the future Ashley Furniture but allowed it to be just 35 feet tall instead of the 40 sought by the applicant.

Milford Board of Adjustment OKs variances for 5 applicants

Milford Board of Adjustment members unanimously granted six variances sought by five applicants April 9 but scaled back the size of one request. more

By Brian Trompeter | 4/10/26

Damaged ductwork is visible at the Ocean View post office, which has been closed since September 2025 for emergency repairs.

Ocean View post office renovations to begin June 1

The U.S. Postal Service has finally delivered much-anticipated news about Ocean View’s post office upgrades, following a six-month closure of the site. more

By Glenn Rolfe | 4/10/26

"Edgers" descend The Ross during a May 2025 fundraiser in Salisbury. SALISBURY INDEPENDENT/RICHARD CAINES

Downtown Salisbury fundraiser once again goes ‘over the edge’ to assist local United Way

SALISBURY — United Way of the Lower Eastern Shore once again plans to bring unique fundraiser to downtown Salisbury in May. The nonprofit organization is bringing Over the Edge for ALICE, a … more

By Richard Caines | 4/10/26

Downtown Salisbury fundraiser once again goes ‘over the edge’ to assist local United Way

SALISBURY — United Way of the Lower Eastern Shore once again plans to bring unique fundraiser to downtown Salisbury in May. The nonprofit organization is bringing Over the Edge for ALICE, a … more

By Richard Caines | 4/10/26

Billy Pauch Jr. captured the 25-lap Mark “Coot” Williams Memorial presented by Capstone Homes at Georgetown Speedway April 3.

Pauch Jr. opens Georgetown Speedway season in top form

GEORGETOWN — New Jersey driver Billy Pauch Jr. kicked off the 2026 season at Georgetown Speedway in victory lane on April 3 as he captured the 25-lap Mark “Coot” Williams Memorial presented by … more

Special to the Daily State News | 4/10/26

The Milford Museum on April 17 will close its current location at 121 S. Walnut St. in preparation to move into the city's former police station at 400 N.E. Front St. later this spring.

Milford Museum to close April 17 before moving to new location

MILFORD — Milford Museum will close the doors April 17 at its current location at 121 S. Walnut St. in preparation for the upcoming move to the museum’s new home at 400 N.E. Front St., which … more

4/10/26

Crisfield candidate list loses one name, second pending after ethics and election board reviews

CRISFIELD — Three days after the April 6 filing deadline and the four-way race to be Crisfield’s next mayor lost one candidate with a second still pending qualification. The Ethics … more

Somerset County Times | 4/10/26

Felton man arrested in Maryland on multiple theft charges

GREENSBORO, MARYLAND — Police in Greensboro, Maryland, served a grand jury arrest warrant April 8 to a Felton man on 11 felony theft charges, following a nearly 14-month-long investigation into an … more

4/10/26

Friends of Prime Hook talk trash on April 11

MILTON — From 11 a.m. until noon on April 11, the Delaware Solid Waste Authority will discuss how they manage waste through their facilities, single-stream recycling and their special recycling … more

By Brian Gilliland | 4/10/26

Lane closures coming to grade separated intersection at Del. 1, Del. 16

DOVER — The northbound section of the grade separated intersection of Coastal Highway and Broadkill Road outside of Milton will close lanes from April 14-16, DelDOT announced. Del. 16 will be … more

By Brian Gilliland | 4/10/26

Dr. Chelsea Taylor, far right, reacts to the news that she is the 2026-2027 Wicomico Teacher of the Year. PROVIDED PHOTO

School district names 2026-2027 Wicomico Teacher of the Year

SALISBURY — Dr. Chelsea Taylor, an English Language Arts teacher and literacy professional development coach at James M. Bennett High School, has been named the 2026-2027 Wicomico Teacher of the … more

Salisbury Independent | 4/10/26

The Delaware chapter of NORML will have information available at Weedstock Music & Arts Festival's Spring Fling in Townsend this weekend.

Large turnout expected for Weedstock’s Spring Fling in Townsend

The Weedstock Music & Arts Festival’s Spring Fling in Townsend could draw more than 2,000 attendees this year. more

By Craig Anderson | 4/10/26