Imagine a protest outside the funeral of a popular political leader, with some of the protesters celebrating the death and holding signs that say things like “God Hates the USA/Thank God for 9/11,” “America is Doomed” and “Don’t Pray for the USA.” more

President Donald Trump’s recent announcement that he would send the National Guard to Portland, Oregon, may have shocked many Americans. more

What are your concerns during federal government shutdowns, whether averted or not? Do you worry about a loss of services, the risk of health care lapses, workforce morale and/or a dysfunctional government overall? more

The U.S. government shutdown couldn’t come at a worse time for federal workers. more

I am writing in response to recent public criticisms of and attempts to publicly humiliate my brother, Kent County Levy Court Commissioner Jody Sweeney, regarding comments he made on his personal Facebook page. more

I largely agree with Mr. Chris White’s observations in “Mayor’s comments seem like a lot of bamboozling,” which was a response to Mayor Robin Christiansen’s recent Opinion, “Dover can be safer, stronger, more prosperous.” more

In a show of strong and thoughtful leadership, Sen. Chris Coons, D-Del., backed legislation as an original co-sponsor to benefit communities throughout Delaware. The focus is on modernizing the freight railcar sector, which contributes $445.8 million to the state’s gross domestic product. more

As a Lewes resident, I have reached out to all five elected Sussex County Council members. Lewes is the “First Town in the First State,” and everyone can agree how very special it is to live there. more

The idea that transportation infrastructure in the state of Delaware should be funded with a gasoline tax is based on misguided thinking that “cars” use roads when, in fact, “people” use roads. more

At first, like so many others, I thought the extra $60 I had been charged to renew the registration on my hybrid was unfair. Then, I read the fee structure on the Delaware Division of Motor Vehicles’ website. more

October is Residents’ Rights Month, an annual event designated by The National Consumer Voice for Quality Long-Term Care to honor those living in long-term care facilities and those receiving assistance in their homes or communities. more

Over the past two years, the citizens of Dover have experienced the ultimate money pit. Every time we turn around, we hear from the city manager, Mr. David Hugg, as well as from the mayor and City Council, that the sky is falling and that they need more revenue. more

Mike Brickner’s Opinion was well put (“New Delaware law protects those expressing beliefs”). more

This letter serves as an addendum to the request for reconsideration that I, Julie Morris, previously submitted regarding City Council’s Sept. 22 approval of ordinances 2025-15 and 2025-16. more

Kent County resident Natalie Buzzard’s intention to legalize transfer-on-death deeds in Delaware was realized when Gov. Matt Meyer signed House Bill 147 into law Sept. 5. more

Two recent Opinion writers have addressed the need for more to do for teens and young adults in the capital city. One wrote, “The idle time that some of us have is channeled toward negative activities that not only affect us but the surrounding area and community.” What can Dover leaders do to boost recreational opportunities and positive outcomes for youth? more

I’m writing in response to Peter Graffagnino’s Opinion titled, “Gun violence response better in other nations.” My first point: There is no such thing as gun violence. It is human violence. more

In a recent Opinion, “Dover can be safer, stronger, more prosperous,” I take offense to Mayor Robin Christiansen’s comments that Dover is flourishing, safe and stable. Yes, I believe the city can become that way but certainly not under this administration as it stands. more

I recently read Jordan Davis’ thoughtful piece about the lack of opportunities for young people in Dover (“Dover teens need more activities"). more

In his monologue that became so controversial that it got his show temporarily canceled, Jimmy Kimmel asserted that Tyler Robinson, the accused killer of Charlie Kirk, was “one of them” — meaning a “Make America Great Again” supporter — despite those followers “desperately trying to characterize” him as something else, undoubtedly someone whom they can describe as a dangerous, leftist radical. more