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2024 Delaware State Fair: Here's what you need to know before you go
The Delaware State has returned for the 105th year featuring a carnival, circus, tons of rides and so much more. Visitors will be in for a treat with lots to do on the grounds of the state fair and this years theme... "Small State BIG FUN!" There will also be...
The great Sussex County oil boom that quickly became a bust
An 85-foot-tall derrick drilled relentlessly over 500 feet below the surface of an apple orchard near Bridgeville. On Sunday, March 25, 1934, an explosive geyser blew the casting pipe 162 feet in the air. From the wellhead poured mostly natural gas accompanied by oil. Not a lot, but it was oil. A...
Milford VFW seeking new members
The Milford VFW Blue Hen Post 6483 offers many services to veterans, including assistance in filing VA paperwork, social gatherings and a place where those who have lived through war can share experiences with people who understand. One of the ways the VFW is reaching out is at it’s Tiki Hut, an outdoor bar overlooking Haven Lake. “The Tiki Bar ... Read More
Milford board again tables vote on controversial topic policy
After about an hour-and-a-half of public comment on a district policy, which included mainly opposition from staff, students and even the ACLU, the Milford School District Board of Education voted for the same outcome it did last month. The board voted to table revisions on Board Policy 6103, which was originally adopted in 1974 and has not been updated since ... Read More
Cooling centers open throughout Caroline County
As temperatures rise, so do the risks associated with high heat. Prolonged exposure to extreme heat can lead to severe health issues, such as heat exhaustion, heat stroke and dehydration. Certain populations are at a higher risk of heat-related illnesses: Older adults: As people age, their ability to regulate body temperature diminishes. Chronic medical conditions and medications can further impair this ability, making seniors particularly susceptible to heat stress.Infants and...
Governor makes appointments to Judicial Nominating Commission for Caroline, Dorchester and Talbot Counties
ANNAPOLIS — Gov. Wes Moore announced appointments to the Trial Courts Judicial Nominating Commission for Caroline, Dorchester, and Talbot Counties last week. Former Talbot County attorney Michael Pullen will serve as chair. “The Judicial Nominating Commission for Caroline, Talbot, and Dorchester Counties will play a critical role in serving both the judicial system and the residents of our state,” Moore said in a press release. “I am grateful for each...
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