Facebook officials had internal research in March 2020 showing that its Instagram platform — the social media site considered by some to be most used by adolescents — is harmful to teen …
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The Division of Public Health recently released data that supports early detection as a way to improve the state’s cancer mortality …
Colin Powell knew where he fit in American history.
The former secretary of state – who died on Oct. 18, 2021, at 84 as a result of COVID-19 complications – was a pioneer: the first …
As the mother of four and grandmother of five, I am writing in support of John Ogorzalek’s opinion regarding why there is a shortage of bus drivers and what could be done to resolve this …
Why are Republicans trying to kill the people of this country and destroy our economy?
Let’s start with the pandemic. True leadership at the beginning would have saved at least 350,000 of …
Body art is commonly displayed in today’s world. But Millsboro Police Chief Brian Calloway admits he isn’t a fan of tattoos. But “at the end of the day, this is tough when you try …
Delaware formalized its vaccine or testing requirement for school workers, joining a number of employers mandating protections against the spread of COVID-19. What do you think of these …
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If you're a low-wage worker, of course you want the government to mandate a raise in your wage. Who doesn't want more money for putting in …
Why is marijuana so popular among college students as of late?
Research has consistently shown that people report using marijuana in order to feel the high, experience enhanced feelings, increase …
Delaware policymakers have promoted policies for years that have led to the breakdown of civil order in several communities in our state. These policies have promoted a sequence of “failure …
I wanted to convey my thanks to Sussex County Councilmen Michael Vincent and John Rieley for the courage and principles that allowed them to recently vote against the proposed hotel and restaurant on …
The city announced Thursday that it has reinstated Irish Mike’s Olde Town Pub’s business license following a meeting with officials and the establishment’s owner. “Be advised …
The closure of schools and nursery settings, lockdowns, and ongoing restrictions resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic brought huge changes to children's daily routines and the lives of their …
Milford Community Parade, cancelled the past two years due to weather and COVID-19, is slated to take place Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. Along with floats and dignitaries, eight marching bands are …
I was born in Kabul, Afghanistan in 1970.
My father, Abdul Ghaffoor Qaissaunee (from Ghurian, Afghanistan), was dean of the College of Engineering at Kabul University, and my mother, Barbara …
Delaware State Auditor Kathy McGuiness was indicted on misdemeanor and felony charges for alleged wrongful actions, including hiring her teenage daughter for a seasonal job without an interview and …
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Millsboro city council has OK'd a revision to police department policy allowing acceptable tattoos visible on the …
More ‘disease’ than ‘Dracula’
The vampire is a common image in today’s pop culture, and one that takes many forms: from Alucard, the dashing spawn of Dracula in the PlayStation game “Castlevania: Symphony of the …
In a survey conducted by Rodel and the Delaware Readiness Teams, more than 300 Delaware parents and caregivers shared their thoughts about daily life during the second year of the COVID-19 …
DOVER — When Cathy Kanefsky was contemplating taking on the role of president and CEO of the Food Bank of Delaware, she had some hesitancy.She said she thought about the work she had been doing …
Delaware State Auditor Kathy McGuiness was indicted on misdemeanor and felony charges for alleged wrongful actions, including hiring her teenage daughter for a seasonal job without an interview and …
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Recent nor’easter conditions in the beach areas have scarped dunes and pushed a lot of sand, resulting in wide wash areas and little …
Sens. Tom Carper and Chris Coons, both D-Del., both of whom I have voted for each time that they have run for their offices, have, upon taking their seats in that body, sworn an oath, in which they …
Delaware State Auditor Kathy McGuiness was indicted on misdemeanor and felony charges for alleged wrongful actions, including hiring her teenage daughter for a seasonal job without an interview and …