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Sussex County Officials Urge Accountability as State Weighs Hope Center Expansion

DOVER, Del. — State housing officials are seeking millions in new funding to expand Delaware’s Hope Center model into Sussex…

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Milford City Council December 8 Meeting Highlights: Department Reports, Planning Update, Infrastructure Actions

Milford City Council December 8 Meeting Milford City Council met this week to review a wide range of departmental reports,…

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Milford City Council Rejects Truitt Avenue Townhome Proposal

Milford City Council: Truitt Avenue Development Proposal Denied Following a detailed presentation and an extended public hearing, Milford City Council…

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Bucher Files for 33rd District House Seat Following Postles’ Retirement Announcement

Bucher Enters Race for 33rd District Seat MILFORD — Matt Bucher, a familiar figure in local political and education circles,…

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Milford native Rony Baltazar-Lopez tapped to lead Delaware’s new Office of New Americans

Meyer, Democrats hail Office of New Americans as GOP underscores costs, undocumented population MILFORD, Del. — Milford native Rony Baltazar-Lopez,…

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Milford City Council November 10 Highlights: Police Updates, Event Planning, Infrastructure Projects

Milford City Council November 10 Meeting Milford City Council received updates from multiple departments during its November 10th meeting, covering…

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Meyer Banks on Federal $1 Billion to Remake Rural Health Care in Kent and Sussex County

Governor’s rural health care plan touts new medical school and Hope Centers as a cure for doctor shortage while critics…

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Lewes City Council Approves Grant Application for 20-Acre Reforestation Project

Under the proposal, a grant would cover 90 percent of the cost, and the city’s share would be about $8,000…

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Milford City Council October 27 Highlights: New Officer, Annexation Approval, and Community Initiatives

Milford City Council met on October 27 to discuss a range of topics including a new police department hire, an…

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Milford City Council October 13 Highlights: Safety, Community, and Growth

The Milford City Council met on October 13 to review updates from city departments and vote on several resolutions impacting…

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Milford Breaks Ground on New Affordable Housing, but Growth Debate Over Pace and Infrastructure Continues

For some, Mispillion Station represents renewal and opportunity. For others, it’s a sign that the city must pause and take…

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State audit flags financial control weaknesses at Memorial Volunteer Fire Company

  By Claudis Estrada, Contributing Journalist SLAUHGTHER BEACH, DE.   The Delaware Office of Auditor of Accounts (AOA) has released a performance…

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North Millsboro Bypass set to open following ribbon cutting ceremony

By Claudia Estada, Contributing Journalist The Delaware Department of Transportation (DelDOT) held a ribbon-cutting for the North Millsboro Bypass on Monday,…

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North Millsboro Bypass set to open following ribbon cutting ceremony

  The Delaware Department of Transportation (DelDOT) held a ribbon-cutting for the North Millsboro Bypass on Monday, joined by Governor…

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Wilmington Council moves forward on PFAS removal

WILMINGTON — Wilmington City Council has taken the next step in addressing PFAS contamination in the city’s drinking water. During…

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Delaware Court of Chancery to implement automated “wheelspin” case assignments

The Delaware Court of Chancery will introduce a new automated case assignment system, known as “wheelspin,” on September 15, 2025. …

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Gene Truono named Delaware Republican Party Chair

Gene Truono has been elected chairman of the Delaware Republican Party following the resignation of Juliane Murray. Truono, a former…

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Sussex County launches new tax calculator ahead of property tax bills

As property owners across Sussex County begin receiving their 2026 tax bills, officials have unveiled a new online tool to…

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Nearly $1M in rec. marijuana sales after first weekend of legalization

The First State’s first weekend of legal recreational marijuana sales brought in more than $900,000 in combined adult-use and medical…

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Andrew Harton named Sussex County Economic Development Director

Sussex County has named Andrew D. Harton as its new Economic Development Director, succeeding longtime director William “Bill” Pfaff, who…

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DuPont Nature Center Hosts ‘Sea Trash’ Learning Event at Slaughter Beach

MILFORD, Del. — The DuPont Nature Center will host a “Sea Trash” Learning Event on Friday in Slaughter Beach, giving…

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Special Election in Delaware’s 20th District: Voters to Decide State Representative Today

LEWES, Del. (Aug. 5, 2025) — Voters in Delaware’s 20th Representative District are heading to the polls today to elect…

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Early Voting Started Thursday for Special Election Offering Clear Choice for Sussex County on Tuesday Aug. 5th

Voters in Delaware’s 20th Representative District will cast ballots on August 5, 2025, as a result of former Representative Stell Parker Selby’s…

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Delaware Launches Bold AI Sandbox Initiative, Seeking a Role as a National Leader in Responsible Tech Innovation

DOVER, Del. — Governor Matt Meyer’s newly launched AI Sandbox Initiative has the potential to make Delaware a national model…

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    Photo Gallery: Smyrna Baseball vs Dover Baseball

    The Smyrna baseball team increased their winning streak to three games with 8-6 win over the Dover Senators on April
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    The Delaware Afro-American Sports Hall of Fame Welcomes 12 New Members in 2026 Class

    The Delaware Afro-American Sports Hall of Fame (DAASHOF) will induct the 12 new members at its 27th annual banquet on
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    Photo Gallery: Smyrna Boys Lacrosse vs Caesar Rodney Boys Lacrosse

    Caesar Rodney boys lacrosse increased its winning streak to four with win over Smyrna on April 15. All photos courtesy
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    Freeman Arts Pavilion announces free Young Audience Series for summer Saturdays

    Freeman Arts Pavilion to host free Young Audience Series this summer Freeman Arts Pavilion will once again offer its free
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    Milford School District puts final touches on “We Are Milford Day” community showcase

    “We are Milford Day” is open to the community on Saturday, April 18th, from 10:00 – 2:00.  MILFORD, Del. (April
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    Milford’s Little Dairy Queen to celebrate 75th anniversary with fan appreciation weekend

    Milford’s Little Dairy Queen to mark 75 years with fan appreciation weekend Milford’s Little Dairy Queen will mark its 75th
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    Will Ishmael named KSI Staff of the Third Quarter 2026

    KSI names Will Ishmael Staff of the Third Quarter 2026 Kent-Sussex Industries (KSI) has recognized driver Will Ishmael as its
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    Stop N Go Taco opens new Bethany Beach location with ribbon cutting

    Stop N Go Taco celebrates opening of Bethany Beach restaurant with ribbon cutting Stop N Go Taco marked the opening
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    Milford City Council April 13 meeting highlights: traffic safety, infrastructure projects, and new development

    Milford City Council April 13 Meeting Traffic safety concerns, infrastructure improvements, and upcoming development projects were among the topics discussed
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    ChristianaCare CEO Janice Nevin to Retire; Jenn Schwartz Named Successor

    ChristianaCare Announces CEO Transition as Janice Nevin Plans Retirement, Jenn Schwartz to Take Over ChristianaCare announced Tuesday that President and
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