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University of Delaware presents budget requests

DOVER — University of Delaware President Dennis Assanis was grilled by members of the Joint Finance Committee Thursday for disparities in the increase of diversity in the student body the …

People rallied outside the state capitol Tuesday to call for change in the state's criminal justice system. Protesting the state’s high incarceration rate, attendees highlighted racial inequities and criticized police brutality, with several speakers.
Local News
HARRINGTON — It closed nearly half a century ago, but Wheeler’s Park — the “Disneyland of Harrington” — still evokes pleasant memories for city residents who played there. City officials …
Incumbent Rep. Alonna Berry, D-Milton, and Gene Dvornick, her Republican challenger in the Nov. 3 election, outlined their positions on a range of issues Wednesday, Sept. 30, during a debate at Lewes Elementary School.
GEORGETOWN — Upon graduating from Sussex Central High School, Nick Acord Jr. proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corps from 2017 to 2021. On Feb. 6 of this year, he took his …
SALISBURY — More FFA students will have an opportunity to wear the organization’s traditional blue jackets after receiving support from Perdue Farms. Perdue Farms recently announced a …
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Business
DOVER — The state continued to roll out its COVID-19 vaccination incentive program Wednesday with information on how Delaware small businesses can earn grants of up to $5,000 on those that …
Neighbors
Coat giveaway Oct. 24 at Pure Word Bible Church

PRINCESS ANNE — Pure Word Bible Church, 11350 Stewart Neck Road, is hosting its annual free Community Coat Giveaway on Saturday, Oct. 24 from 9 to 11 a.m. or as long as items last. Men’s, …

PRINCESS ANNE — A special program by Power Productions to honor area veterans and active service men and women is being held 10 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 8 at Antioch Church. There is no charge to see …
SALISBURY — Explore the world of romance and marriage through letters and manuscripts from early American history including those dating back more than 200 years penned by Elizabeth Upshur Teackle …
WESTOVER — The Somerset County Health Department joins communities worldwide in recognizing World Alzheimer’s Day and raising awareness about Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. …
Schools
Things To Do
CEO of EagleView will speak on 'AI and Technology in Construction' during public lecture at UMES

PRINCESS ANNE — The University of Maryland Eastern Shore’s Department of the Built Environment will host the 2026 Roger Blunt Lecture Series on Wednesday, Oct. 7, featuring Piers Dormeyer, chief …

SALISBURY — Roughly 2,500 cyclists are expected to descend on the lower Eastern Shore for the 38th Sea Gull Century race, according to a traffic advisory issued by Salisbury University. …
Tom Nixon, the general manager of Grotto Pizza on North Dupont Highway in Dover, has come up with a novel idea for a rarely used game room at the eatery.
The Somerset County Health Department is celebrating Walktober this October by encouraging Somerset County residents to get active, enjoy the outdoors, and discover local walking trails through two …
Opinion
The Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control has published California’s Advanced Clean Cars II regulations — a milestone in adopting the controversial zero-emissions ...
Editor’s note: It’s Women’s History Month, and to mark International Women’s Day, Peter Bothum asked University of Delaware professors “for their thoughts on the hurdles …
It will be of little avail to the people, that the laws are made by men of their own choice, if the laws be so voluminous that they cannot be read, or so incoherent that they cannot be understood. — James Madison
Veterans and supporters: Please join us for our 13th annual black tie-optional fundraising dinner from 6-9 Nov. 10 at Dover’s beautiful Modern Maturity Center.
Bay To Bay News Network
Milford Chronicle
‘It’s just time’: Milford solicitor not seeking reappointment

After a 14-year run, with five city managers and four mayors — as well as more than 600 night meetings — Milford's city solicitor David Rutt is ready to pass the torch.

Sussex Post
Spazmatics, Mike Hines set to rock race weekend

DOVER — The Spazmatics and Mike Hines and the Look, two musical favorites who have rocked regional and national venues for decades, will perform free concerts at Dover Motor Speedway during the …

Smyrna Extra
DelTech Student Success Center a one-stop shop in Dover

DOVER — Local and state dignitaries gathered outside the Student Success Center on Delaware Technical Community College’s Terry Campus to celebrate its ribbon cutting Wednesday. But …

Dorchester Banner
North Dorchester High School Class of 2023 commencement

North Dorchester High School in Hurlock celebrated the graduation of 111 seniors in a ceremony held at the school Thursday, June 1. In a special message to graduates, Principal David P. Stofa …

Crisfield-Somerset County Times
Crisfield High School marching band gets ready for Crab Derby

The Crisfield High School Pride of Somerset Marching Band under the direction of Heather McHenry stepped off Friday morning to practice for the 76th National Hard Crab Derby parade. Leaving the …

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