When Sussex County Council considers a rezoning application, it is performing a legislative function. If an application is approved, it requires an amendment of the zoning map, with potentially broad implications that can affect the use and development of the nearby land and its communities. more

Responding to the Daily State News’ Opinion piece, “Delaware House leaders respond to ‘Big Beautiful Bill,’” Delaware Democrats only have one major agenda: “Hate and destroy Donald Trump.” more

With NASCAR in Dover, midsummer beachgoers traveling Del. 1 and Delaware State Fair enthusiasts, traffic is top of mind for many locals and visitors. What are you experiencing this weekend — good and bad? Give us an example of your commute time and how long you sat in gridlock. more

The Belle Mead proposal, near Lewes, should be summarily rejected. The most recent dualization of Del. 24, from Del. 1 to Love Creek Elementary School, was a hellacious process that lasted over two years. more

Could you recently smell the stench of trash in the air flowing southeasterly from Philadelphia? That pungent smell was the scent of the city’s elected leaders underpaying blue-collar workers and undermining their abilities for a livable wage. more

I had to read Dover City Council President Fred Neil’s letter several times to ensure that I was understanding it correctly (“Dover Police Department is under siege”). His letter shows him to be out of touch with what is going on in the city. more

In the past, an imperfect and often complicated health care system, along with rising costs, impacted consumers’ ability to easily access care. more

Each July, we observe National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month, a time to recognize the unique mental health challenges faced by Black and Indigenous individuals and people of color. more

Delaware has taken a decisive step toward securing the fiscal well-being of its citizens by passing landmark legislation that mandates financial literacy education for all high school students. more

The Opinion by Fred Neil is on the money (“Dover Police Department is under siege”). People find it very easy to complain about the police, but they would be the first to call if something happens. more

On June 14, several residents of the 2nd District faced a heart-wrenching tragedy — one that might have been prevented if safety measures had been put in place. more

DOVER — Some notes and quotes between headlines and deadlines ... *** It was on this date in 1969 that NASCAR arrived in Dover. The people involved had to hustle ahead of the … more

I am writing to oppose the proposed Belle Mead development slated for Del. 24, across from Saddle Ridge. more

There can be no greater moral responsibility than a parent caring for his or her child, no more fundamental moral obligation than couples caring for each other, no higher calling for a religious leader than caring for a congregation and, indeed, no more fundamental purpose for a representative, senator, governor or president than caring for the people he or she serves. more

Late last month, a state lawmaker in southern New Jersey proposed a bill to change the name of the Delaware Bay to the Bay of New Jersey. While Delaware officials have yet to comment on the idea, it comes about six months after President Donald Trump renamed the Gulf of Mexico to the Gulf of America. What are your thoughts on new monikers for geographic places? Will this cause confusion in the history books or is it a necessary move? more

In April 2017, President Donald Trump implemented the “America First” executive order, designed to encourage oil and gas drilling in the Atlantic Ocean. more

Our city (Dover) is in a crisis and under siege. The streets have become profoundly dangerous, and blatant and open-air drug use, drug dealing in plain view of citizens and police, prostitution, aggressive panhandling and the deterioration of the quality of life have become commonly accepted by the mayor, City Council and city officials. more

Sen. Laura Sturgeon, D-Woodbrook, sponsored Senate Bill 165, titled “An Act to Amend Title 14 of the Delaware Code Relating to Student Improvement Component,” which has just passed the Delaware General Assembly. more

Cybersecurity and data privacy are constantly in the news. Governments are passing new cybersecurity laws. Companies are investing in controls such as firewalls, encryption and awareness training at record levels. more

The special election for the 20th District seat in the Delaware House of Representatives has been set for Aug. 5 and will include Republican Nikki Miller and Democrat Alonna Berry. more