On the precipice of the 24th year since the terrorist attacks against America killed thousands and exposed vulnerabilities, the United States can justifiably be proud of some accomplishments associated with the war on terror. more

Delaware is on the verge of a major milestone in workplace benefits. Beginning Jan. 1, 2026, most businesses with at least 10 employees working in the state will be required to provide benefits under paid family and medical leave. more

Gov. Matt Meyer signed legislation Sept. 2 that will provide free breakfasts to students of all incomes, starting in the 2026-27 academic year. Do you believe these meals are worth the state’s expense or should their distribution be determined on a child-by-child basis, depending on their income level? Do you think the program should be expanded to lunch, as well? more

While Dover’s leaders are divided and uncertain, our communities cannot afford confusion. We know what works. more

I’ve taken Avelo Airlines for a vacation, and unfortunately, the outbound portion of the trip was four hours late in leaving. As a result, my family, with two young children, got to our resort at 2 a.m. Not a great first impression. more

In the movie “Raiders of the Lost Ark,” the hero, Indiana Jones, played by Harrison Ford, is watching his adversaries dig for treasure, only to be relieved when he recognizes that his opponents are “digging in the wrong place.” more

When wind from Hurricane Erin swept through our area, bringing dangerous conditions for tents, we found ourselves in urgent need of a safe indoor space to continue caring for the 28 guests of Tharros Village. more

A Security Ad-Hoc Committee has been put in place by Dover City Council to improve the safety of City Hall, following some concerns lodged by constituents. Councilwoman Donyale Hall, who spearheaded the group and is a member of it, said the idea came to her ahead of council’s regular session July 14. more

The Trump administration is planning to revoke construction permits that would effectively nix a planned Delaware/Maryland offshore wind project, according to court documents filed in August. more

I am writing in response to an Opinion by Steve LeBoon, titled “Is FOP letter akin to a canary in a coal mine?”  more

There has been a lot of coverage and comments recently about the significant increases in property and school taxes. The significance of the increases is largely due to an irresponsible delay in property reassessment for over 40 years, resulting in discrepancies and unfairness in the amounts paid by landowners. more

My wife and I went to Fenwick Island State Park to surf fish Aug. 30. When we traveled through Dewey Beach, both north- and southbound, it was a nightmare. more

I would like to express my strong opposition to the proposed development called Atlantic Fields on Del. 24 in Lewes. Some area residents have been writing to the Sussex County Planning & Zoning Commission and County Council for several weeks. It’s unfortunate that these agencies do not feel the need to address concerns regarding the plan. more

On Sept. 17, the Sussex County Planning & Zoning Commission is scheduled to hold a hearing on Atlantic Fields, a proposed 663,000-square-foot shopping district on Del. 24 and Mulberry Knoll Road in Lewes. As I understand, this is a complex larger than all three Tanger Rehoboth Beach outlet malls combined. more

Every Delawarean knows someone whose life has been impacted by Nemours Children’s Health. We entrust it with our precious children for everything from ear infections and well visits to rare congenital diseases and cancer. more

Kids across the country are returning to classrooms. While many families may be trying to squeeze in their last summer activities, gather supplies and begin routines, it’s also a great time to check on children’s mental and physical well-being. more

A new Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control survey found that 79% of respondents believe that climate change is a serious threat to future generations. What concerns you and what can the state do to address these threats? more

The Delaware Democratic Veterans and Military Families Caucus condemns the deployment of National Guard soldiers to the District of Columbia and other parts of the country. more

Donald Trump recently had the house of his former adviser, John Bolton, raided by the FBI for possibly holding classified information. My bet is that Trump just wanted to give Bolton some payback for things that the adviser said earlier that Trump did not like. more

Thank you, Cynthia Blevins, for putting into succinct words what many Delaware residents are thinking (“Reassessment results in ‘penalties’ for middle class”). more