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Delaware auditor report finds foster kids without placements sometimes sleep in state offices

A special report from Delaware state auditor Lydia York this month found that “a small but significant group” of foster children …
Milford School District superintendent Travis Moorman, seen briefing officials and the media Tuesday, Oct. 27, worked with his team all week to relocate Lulu M. Ross Elementary School students after a fire there Sunday.

Milford prepares to relocate Lulu Ross students Monday

Milford School District officials are finalizing the details to relocate the over 600 students of Lulu M. Ross Elementary School, …
Through a Nationwide Insurance program, the Dagsboro Volunteer Fire Department and the Greenwood Volunteer Fire Co. have received grain bin rescue tubes, like this one used by the Frankford Volunteer Fire Co.

Dagsboro, Greenwood receive grain bin rescue tubes

Two Downstate fire departments are among this year’s recipients of grain bin rescue tubes from Nationwide Insurance.
Premier Centre for the Arts Productions has purchased the Millstone Theatre on Main Street in Millsboro, with hopes of opening next summer as a venue for live performing arts.

Historical Millsboro theater lands production deal

Millsboro's Millstone Theatre — for decades, known as the Ball Theatre and operated by former MLB pitcher, Walter “Huck” Betts …
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DOJ: Dover contractor engaged in predatory sales tactics

Delaware Attorney General Kathy Jennings announced Tuesday, Oct. 27, that the Department of Justice’s Consumer Protection Unit filed …
Vote 2026
Two of the five seats on Sussex County Council are up for grabs Nov. 3.
Two of the five seats on Sussex County Council are up for grabs Nov. 3.
The Department of Elections shared Monday, Oct. 26, that 75,978 Delawareans have voted so far in the Nov. 3 general election.
After testing by the Delaware Division of Public Health, the Department of Elections announced Wednesday that no hazardous materials were detected in the suspicious mail it received Oct. 11.
State of Delaware government
The First State’s congressional delegation gathered at the Delaware Healthcare Association’s 30th annual forum in Dover on Thursday, Oct. 29, to discuss upcoming changes to Medicaid and other concerns.
Two groups of legislators are seeking leadership positions in the Delaware House of Representatives.
The Delaware Opioid Settlement Commission has awarded its fourth round of community-based grants, totaling $12.1 million for 42 organizations.
The Delaware Economic and Financial Advisory Council had its first meeting Monday, Oct. 19, after being codified in June.
Delaware News
MILFORD — Mayor F. Todd Culotta has proclaimed Nov. 1 as “Extra Mile Day” in the city to recognize people whose volunteer service, generosity and everyday efforts improve lives and strengthen …
A spooky but spirited tradition made its way through Seaford's downtown district Wednesday, Oct. 28.
DOVER — A frightening triple threat is coming to Delaware’s roadways just in time for Halloween on Saturday. The spooky holiday will collide with daylight saving time this weekend — with …
LINCOLN — A two-vehicle crash Wednesday night killed a 19-year-old Ellendale man, Delaware State Police said Friday. On Wednesday around 10:20 p.m., a Ford F-150 was traveling northbound on Dupont …
Dover's Delaware Heritage Festival underwent a name change and rebranding during its 20th year in 2025.
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SALISBURY — The corner where Lake and Burton Streets meet appears no different than most Salisbury intersections. But for the people whose children rode school buses operated by William H. …
SALISBURY — Since its soft opening, Levy Metal has drawn up to 50 people a day to the Salisbury mall in the former LensCrafters location. Those expecting a typical music store are in for a …
SALISBURY — Salisbury City Council left two major questions unresolved at its Oct. 26 legislative session, including how to fill vacant city council seats and how the city handles the application …
SALISBURY — Salisbury University students will soon have four new minors to choose from through the Charles R. and Martha N. Fulton School of Liberal Arts. The four programs — intercultural …
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Obituaries
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Sarah Elizabeth “Beth” Porter Hohman

     Sarah Elizabeth “Beth” Porter Hohman passed away on October 25, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.      Beth was …
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Marie Gillian Gannon, 62

    Marie Gillian Gannon, of Harrington, DE, passed away on Monday, October 19, 2026 at Bayhealth Hospital, Kent …
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Faye Spartz, 87

     Faye was born in San Francisco on October 12, 1939 to C. Allen and Mary G. Fountain. She passed into her eternal …
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Lori Ann Gorsuch Frisbie, 59

    Lori Ann Gorsuch Frisbie passed away at her home in Lincoln, DE on Friday, October 16, 2026, after a long, courageous battle …
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Retta Hastings Chase Zimmerman, 93

    Retta Hastings Chase Zimmerman died peacefully with her children at her side on October 16, 2026, in Nags Head, North Carolina. …
Sports
The CR Riders rush out onto the field to meet St. Georges for their homecoming game Friday night.  SPECIAL TO THE DAILY STATE NEWS/GARY EMEIGH

Caesar Rodney pulls out district win over Sussex Central

CAMDEN — Early in the fourth quarter, it suddenly looked like the game may have gotten away from Caesar Rodney High. When …
Caesar Rodney team captains (from left) Jaxon Timmons, Ke’von Johnson, Cristian Bell-Johnson and Brody Hinkle heading out to the 50-yard line for the coin toss before their game Friday night with Hodgson.  SPECIAL TO THE DAILY STATE NEWS/Gary Emeigh

Several 'Henlopen Conference' rivals squaring off in football

Technically, the Henlopen Conference doesn’t exist in football. Football is the one sport where Delaware’s high school …
Former Dover High football player Shane Speights is in his third season as Early College's head football coach. DAILY STATE NEWS/ANDY WALTER

Early College football proud to get a second win this season

DOVER — Shane Speights didn’t know the cold water was coming. But the Early College High football coach wasn’t complaining …
Lake Forest players rushing out to defend the goal on a Smyrna corner shot in the first quarter Tuesday.  SPECIAL TO THE DAILY STATE NEWS/GARY EMEIGH

Photo gallery: Smyrna vs. Lake Forest field hockey

FELTON — Junior Ava Elias tallied all three goals as Smyrna High blanked Lake Forest, 3-0, i a matchup of Henlopen Conference field …
Delaware's players celebrate one of their first-half TDs on Tuesday night. DELAWARE ATHLETICS PHOTO/MIKEY REEVES

Minicucci, defense deliver as Delaware snaps road losing streak

The way Delaware started the game, it looked like Nick Minicucci might have to break every record in the book for the Blue Hens. …
Business
Dr. Stephen Tomasetti, principal investigator on the grant to help accelerate domestic bay scallop production by building a trained workforce and expanding seed availability.

$200,000 grant will go toward building bay scallop aquaculture

The economic impact of the oyster aquaculture industry to the state of Maryland was an estimated $11.5 million in 2024, according to …
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The November Sunset Business Mixer is always a special one for the Central Delaware Chamber of Commerce (CDCC) members. They enjoy the …
Officials with JEVS Care at Home prepare to cut the ribbon on their new facility at 1404 Forrest Ave. in Dover on Wednesday. DAILY STATE NEWS/MIKE FINNEY

JEVS Care at Home expands operation into Kent County

DOVER — With the snip of a blue ribbon on Wednesday morning, JEVS Care at Home expanded support in the area so that more aging …
Angela Dorey, board president of the Chamber of Commerce for Greater Milford, gives a year-in-review report at the members' luncheon Thursday at Bibi's Restaurant in Milford.

Milford chamber touts new members, activities at luncheon

MILFORD — The Chamber of Commerce for Greater Milford member recruitment efforts and community event generation have been strong …
Brandon Boyer and Jeff Batt show off their Ghostbuster mobile for the Diamond State Ghostbusters at the Trunk or Treat Bash in Dover. DAILY STATE NEWS/MIKE FINNEY

Trunk or Treaters invade Legislative Mall for second annual Bash

DOVER — Ghouls, superheros, dinosaurs, minions and other entities filled the streets around Legislative Mall on Saturday for the …
National News

Today in History: October 31, Indira Gandhi assassinated

Today is Saturday, Oct. 31, the 304th day of 2026. There are 61 days left in the year. Today in history: On Oct. 31, 1984, …

AP News Summary at 1:24 a.m. EDT

Trump and Clinton rally as early voting surges, Alaska probe widens, and Michigan Democrats feud WASHINGTON (AP) — President …

Shooting leaves 1 dead and 6 wounded at Solano Town Center in Fairfield, California police say

A shooting at a mall in Fairfield, California, has left one person dead and six injured. Police say the incident happened on Friday …

AP Joy Wonder Discovery SummaryBrief at 12:06 a.m. EDT

From salmonberry harvests to traditional tattoos, Native American culture is spotlighted in November LAS VEGAS (AP) — November …
Fawn Douglas puts a cup on a shelf at IndigenousAF, her store and gallery in Las Vegas, Thursday, Oct. 29, 2026. (AP Photo/Ty ONeil)

From salmonberry harvests to traditional tattoos, Native American culture is spotlighted in November

November marks the start of National Native American Heritage Month. It's a time to celebrate the diverse histories and cultures of …
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Best high schools in Delaware

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