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With Senate vote, Carney veto overridden; 1st time in 47 years 

It’s official – the Delaware General Assembly has overridden a veto by Gov. John Carney. And House Bill 282, sponsored


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Jarek Rutz posted at 2 months ago

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House votes to override Carney veto; now on to Senate

For the first time since 1977, the Delaware House of Representatives has overridden a governor’s veto on a bill.  Gov.


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Jarek Rutz posted at 2 months ago

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Water tower referendum on the horizon

At a recent meeting, Milford City Council approved a proposal from KCI to design a proposed 300,000 gallon water tower


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Terry Rogers posted at 2 months ago

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Mayor appoints council to committees, expands Board of Adjustments

At a recent meeting, Mayor Todd Culotta appointed the final council members to various subcommittees. At his first meeting in


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Terry Rogers posted at 2 months ago

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Assisted suicide bill dies in Senate

A controversial bill that would give terminally ill people the right to end their lives failed to pass the Delaware


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Jarek Rutz posted at 2 months ago

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Audit reveals significant problems in Ellendale finances

In January, the Town of Ellendale replaced three incumbent members on its five member council. William Clay Walton, Thomas Panas


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Terry Rogers posted at 2 months ago

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GA mulls separate public, private school sports titles

On the heels of the state championships for many high school sports, the Delaware legislature is considering distinct title games


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Jarek Rutz posted at 2 months ago

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Ruth Briggs King launches campaign for lieutenant governor

Ruth Briggs King, a former state legislator from Georgetown, formally announced Friday she is running for lieutenant governor. If elected,


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Betsy Price posted at 2 months ago

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Rehoboth Boulevard changes proposed to council

At a recent meeting, Milford City Council heard a presentation from Dover/Kent County MPO, a planning organization that partners with


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Terry Rogers posted at 2 months ago

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Homeowners could be soon be fined for their barking dogs 

  A bill that would shift the burden away from police while also establishing monetary fines for homeowners with excessively


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Jarek Rutz posted at 2 months ago

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Council approves 2022 audit

After several delays, many due to a short-staffed finance office and technology challenges, Milford City Council approved the 2022 Audit


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Terry Rogers posted at 2 months ago

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State audit: Ellendale finances, records, payroll a mess

A state auditor’s report posted Tuesday on the department’s website says, in essence, that the town of Ellendale’s financial records, handling


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Betsy Price posted at 2 months ago

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City budget contains funds for sidewalk repair

During budget discussions at a recent meeting, Milford City Councilman Dan Marabello questioned a fund set aside for sidewalk repairs…

Terry Rogers posted at 2 months ago

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Medics in Delaware giving IVF services could gain legal protection

A new bill would dispel the fears of potential repercussions for medics providing in vitro fertilization, commonly known as IVF,…

Jarek Rutz posted at 2 months ago

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City passes budget with 8.1% tax increase

At their regular meeting, Milford City Council approved the 2025 operating budget totaling $60,592,347 which included capital expenses approved in…

Terry Rogers posted at 2 months ago

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Tax refund delays frustrate taxpayers

Over the past few weeks, social media has seen an uptick in Delawareans complaining that they have yet to receive…

Terry Rogers posted at 2 months ago

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Bill would require Delaware universities to offer abortion medication to students

A new bill would require two Delaware universities to offer contraception and medication abortion to students on campus. Senate Bill…

Jose Castaneda Perez posted at 2 months ago

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Council grants second extension for Westwood development

At a recent meeting, Milford City Council granted a second, one-year extension for final approval. The extension was needed after…

Terry Rogers posted at 2 months ago

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Group files for investigation for lack of reporting on state embezzlement

A nonprofit filed a request Wednesday to the Delaware General Assembly to investigate the failure by state officials responsible for…

Jarek Rutz posted at 3 months ago

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Economic development position discussed during budget hearings

On Tuesday, May 28, Milford City Council began a three night series of budget hearings for the 2024-25 budget. On…

Terry Rogers posted at 3 months ago

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Council discusses restricting eminent domain in charter

At a recent meeting, Milford City Council discussed restricting the use of eminent domain in its charter. The discussion was…

Terry Rogers posted at 3 months ago

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Some private school workers may be allowed to carry guns 

Private schools will be exempted from parts of Delaware’s Safe School Zone law, which focuses on who is allowed to…

Jarek Rutz posted at 3 months ago

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Free school meals bill returns with huge budget cut

Students coming from financially disadvantaged families could soon all get free meals in Delaware schools. House Bill 125, sponsored by…

Jarek Rutz posted at 3 months ago

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Milford Corporate Center moves forward

At a recent meeting, Milford City Council approved several contracts that will move the Milford Corporate Center forward. The center…

Terry Rogers posted at 3 months ago

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    *Update – Missing Person Found* State Police Issue Gold Alert for Missing Millsboro Man

    The Gold Alert issued on August 7, 2024, by Delaware State Police Troop 7 for Damien Tarr has been cancelled. He
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    State Police Issue Gold Alert for Missing Lincoln Woman

    Delaware State Police Troop 7 has issued a Gold Alert for 49-year-old Brandy Ridgeway of Lincoln, Delaware. She was last
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    Delaware Children Wish Smokey Bear Happy 80th Birthday at Dover Public Library

    More than 100 Delawareans, from newborns to seniors, attended story time at the Dover Public Library to wish Smokey Bear
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    Homeless Sex Offender Notification

    The following individuals are not wanted. This is a Homeless Sex Offender Public Notification. If you have information that the listed individuals are
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    State Police Arrest Man for Several Retail Theft Charges throughout New Castle County

    Delaware State Police arrested 46-year-old Spenson Sanchez of Wilmington, Delaware, for several retail thefts that occurred over the last several
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    State Police Arrest Man for Several Retail Theft Charges throughout New Castle County

    Delaware State Police arrested 46-year-old Spenson Sanchez of Wilmington, Delaware, for several retail thefts that occurred over the last several
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    Suspect in Custody Following Home Invasion Robbery in Georgetown

    Delaware State Police continue to investigate a home invasion and robbery that occurred yesterday afternoon in Georgetown. On August 8,
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    Suspect in Custody Following Home Invasion Robbery in Georgetown

    Delaware State Police continue to investigate a home invasion and robbery that occurred yesterday afternoon in Georgetown. On August 8,
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    Funding woes jeopardize future of Georgetown pallet village

    This story was originally published on Spotlight Delaware.  Georgetown’s transitional housing pallet village is facing a funding shortfall, jeopardizing the project
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