Government
MILFORD – At the Milford City Council meeting in May 13, newly sworn in mayor, Todd Culotta proclaimed May 18 to 24 National Safe Boating Week. The proclamation was received by National …
MILFORD -- Residents can expect to see a 2.4% increase in their electric rates beginning in June 2024. The Delaware Municipal Electric Corporation will be increasing the Power Cost Adjustment …
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Environment
Governor’s Agricultural and Urban Conservation Awards
The annual Governor’s Agricultural and Urban Conservation Awards were presented April 30.
The Delaware Farm Bureau is now accepting applications for its summer internship program. College students who are ready for unique but practical and hands-on experiences are encouraged to apply …
Cops and Courts
FELTON — A 57-year-old Felton man died when struck by a vehicle while operating a bicycle Friday, Delaware State Police said.
The Milford Police Department responded to a bomb threat at Planet Fitness on Saturday, an incident that joined dozens of threats to gyms nationwide.
Kent County
LEWES — Sussex County Habitat for Humanity and the Harry K Foundation have been named the beneficiaries of the ninth annual Southern Delaware Wine Food and Music Festival at Schellville, 36470 …
VOTE 2024
Delawareans throughout the state elected school board members from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday.
CRIME
Two vehicles and an occupied house were damaged in a shooting incident on Sunday, Dover Police spokesman Master Cpl. Ryan Schmid said.
Sussex County
Education
This story will be updated. GEORGETOWN – Joy and celebration sprinkled with some relief and a few raindrops punctuated the Delaware Technical Community College Jack Owens Campus’ 56 …
Vote 2024
Voters in seven Delaware districts will go to the polls Tuesday for school board elections. The districts with more than one candidate for seats includes Appoquinimink, Colonial, Red Clay …
Transportation
The Delaware River & Bay Authority's War Memorial Monument at the Veterans Memorial Park, New Castle, will undergo an extensive renovation, beginning around June 1.
New Castle County
WILMINGTON — The Delaware Department of Labor announces a new initiative to provide individuals in select registered apprenticeship programs with the opportunity to earn up to 42 college …
LEWES — In the last week, there have been 83 suspected overdoses from a yet-to-be-confirmed drug mixture in Sussex County, with concentrations of cases in the …
When it comes to mental health therapy, “We’ve come a long way, but we still have a long way to go in destigmatizing it,” says Tamara Gibbons. Gibbons is a Licensed Associate …
Wicomico County
SALISBURY — A proposed apartment building in Salisbury is drawing concerns from some city council members about whether it will be considered for affordable housing. Three properties …
During Wor-Wic Community College commencement ceremonies at the Wicomico Youth and...
In preparation for the upcoming Presidential Primary Election Day, the City of Salisbury announces the closure of Race Street ...   …
Dorchester County
CAMBRIDGE - The Maryland office of the Council on American-Islamic Relations said it has filed an online complaint with the U.S. Board of Education's Office of Civil Rights on behalf of a 12-year-old Cambridge girl.
Dorchester County
CAMBRIDGE – Maryland State Police are investigating a five-vehicle crash that occurred early this morning in Dorchester County. Shortly after 7 a.m., troopers from the Maryland State …
REHOBOTH BEACH — A fin whale, or a finback whale, that beached on Sunday morning south of the Indian River Life-Saving Station in Delaware Seashore State Park did not survive, Nikki LaVoie, …
Somerset County
PRINCESS ANNE — The former Lower Shore Shelter that closed in late spring 2023 is now under new management after the County Commissioners on Wednesday approved a five-year lease with Catholic …
SALISBURY — Life Management of Maryland, LLC (LLM) has announced its newest milestone in community engagement as it joins the ranks of the Salisbury Area Chamber of Commerce. In …
CRISFIELD — Living shorelines are created using plants, reefs, sand, and natural barriers to reduce erosion and flooding while maintaining natural shoreline processes. On Saturday, June 1, …
News
MILFORD -- Milford School District announced Shannon Gronau as the Behavioral Health Professional of the Year for 2024-2025 school year.  Ms. Gronau  is  a school counselor at …
HARRINGTON --  Things are getting a little sweeter in Harrington. Dairy Queen offically opened its doors to the public on May 16  serving  their signature  Blizzard, burgers …
The Parson Thorne Mansion in Milford is a landmark in the city, and upgrades are underway to keep its status as such.
Ahoy, matey! Pirates will be returning to Bowers Beach for Memorial Day weekend, and they are ready to bash.
The Food Bank of Delaware in Milford concluded its graduations for this session’s training programs with ceremonies for Culinary School and logistics students Wednesday.
FELTON -- Lake Forest High School held their annual prom dance on May 11. The juniors and seniors dressed their best to dance the night away at Pizzadili Winery in Felton.  The Grand …
In Tuesday’s board of education elections, the Lake Forest School District has one at-large seat up for grabs. The position is a four-year term, ending June 30, 2028, and there are two contenders.
MILFORD -- The Food Bank of Delaware Milford branch is holding a plant sale on May 18.  This is the first time they will be holding the sale. It will be from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m., or until …
After almost two months of construction over the bridge of the Mispillion River in Milford, North Walnut Street fully reopened Wednesday.
This team of writers, designers and managers has impressed the industry once again. Almost 30 industry awards were presented this month to the Independent Newsmedia team of Daily State News, …
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