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Christina school board hit with fourth FOIA violation this year
The Christina school board has once again violated the Freedom of Information Act, the state attorney general’s office ruled this month. The latest violation, the fourth this year, involves the way board members have cast their votes during the past few meetings. Previously, the board used a traditional voice vote, in which a secretary called each board member’s name and that member verbalized his or her vote. After switching to...
Bump, set, spike - Sussex Academy volleyball ready to fight
Sussex Academy volleyball is hoping an influx of underclassmen combined with experienced winners will propel their 2024 season to 2023 levels and beyond. “We're a growing program – we're a young team with only two seniors – so we just want to show that we are capable and we can do big things, too,” said senior libero Savannah Montgomery.
2024 Football Previews: Laurel Bulldogs
LAUREL, Del. – Laurel is ready to take on their second season in class 2A – as head Coach Joey Jones is looking to replace Owen Chaffinch, Xavier Limehouse, and Brandon Rife. Jones gives credit for the improving culture to the players buying in to the program –...
'A hero' put to rest, Amish invasion, Top Workplaces
TGIF, Small Wonder. Wait, what’s that there in the near distance? Why, it’s Labor Day Weekend. Not yet, but man, it’s right around that corner. But first, one more August weekend to savor, and with some great weather to make it even better. ...
Mondegreen hotel controversy, UD move-in weekend, a presidential milkshake
Howdy, Delawareans. Go top off that coffee cup, I can wait … OK, so I know you are a little sleepy when you read these Daily Briefings as not a single one of you called me out yesterday when I mistakenly called a plain-old Wednesday … Throwback Thursday. Oops. ...
Ornston to exhibit in RAL show opening Aug. 23
Delaware artist Liz Ornston will be exhibiting her work in two upcoming art shows in Rehoboth. Ornston has a painting in the Rehoboth Art League’s Regional Juried Biennial Exhibition that runs from Friday, Aug. 23 to Sunday, Sept. 22, at 12 Dodds Lane, Henlopen Acres. A reception will be held from 5 to 7 p.m., Aug. 23.
Governor candidates offer sharply different strategies to improve Delaware
Delaware’s dire need for affordable housing and its struggling schools were two of the hottest topics at an Aug. 15 debate between six candidates aspiring to be Delaware’s next governor. The debate at the Dover Public Library was hosted by the Delaware Journalism Collaborative, a group of more than 20 news outlets around the state that provided panelists who quizzed the candidates on issues affecting everyday residents. Current Gov. John...
‘Bright Hope’: Read Lisa Blunt Rochester’s Inspiring DNC Speech Rejecting Project 2025
Delaware Congresswoman Lisa Blunt Rochester delivered an inspiring speech at the DNC on Night 3. Read it in full here. The post ‘Bright Hope’: Read Lisa Blunt Rochester’s Inspiring DNC Speech Rejecting Project 2025 appeared first on NewsOne.
LHS to host British Invasion live music event Aug. 29
The Lewes Historical Society is wrapping up summer with The British Invasion – From Blockade to Beatles, a lively concert commemorating the arrival of the British in both 1812 and 1964. A perfect blend of history, music and community spirit, the event will take place from 5 to 8...
Frantic Frets to host Play Music on the Porch Day acts Aug. 31
Frantic Music Project will be a participating host for Play Music on the Porch Day from 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 31, at Frantic Frets, 26370 Broadkill Road, Milton. The live-music event, featuring 12 different acts, is free to attend. Food, refreshments, raffles and activities will be available for purchase.
Jazz fest-eve concert to honor cancer survivors Oct. 16
The Delaware Celebration of Jazz will hold a special Cancer Survivors Night Concert & Dance to benefit Beebe Healthcare’s Tunnell Cancer Center at 7 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 16, at the Rehoboth Beach Convention Center. Denny Santangini, Delaware Celebration of Jazz president and producer of the Rehoboth jazz festival, is...
Lewes Couple's Plan for Dog Grooming Business Sparks Neighborhood Dispute, and Conversation on at Home Business
LEWES, DE — A Lewes couple’s proposal to convert their basement into a dog grooming salon has ignited a contentious debate among their neighbors, leading the city to re-examine its regulations on home businesses. Sara Prieto and Stephen Matthews, residents of a townhome on Savannah Street, hope to...
Catholic Byzantine Mass in Lewes Aug. 25
The Rev. Volodymyr Klanichka, pastor of St. Nicholas Ukrainian Catholic Church in Wilmington, will return to Lewes to celebrate the divine liturgy of St. John Chrysostom, the Catholic Byzantine rite Eucharistic liturgy, at 4 p.m., Sunday, Aug. 25, at St. Jude the Apostle Roman Catholic Church, 152 Tulip Drive, Lewes, off northbound Route 1 just past the Five Points intersection.
Vintage Base Ball at the Beach matches set Aug. 24
Lewes Base Ball Club will continue its season Saturday, Aug. 24, against the Rising Sun Base Ball Club and the Elkton Eclipse Base Ball Club. In a three-team format, the first pitch will be at 11:30 a.m. in a match game between Lewes and Rising Sun. At 1 p.m., a match between Elkton and Rising Sun will take place, and at 2:30 p.m., Lewes will square off against Elkton. The games will be played on the field at the Villages of Five Points near the intersection of East Edgemoor Street and Old Orchard Road, Lewes.
2024 Football Previews: Seaford Blue Jays
SEAFORD, Del. – Seaford High’s football team is feeling ready to take the 1A title. Head coach Austin Perry says the players feel like there’s been a commitment made to the football program by the school by making the practice field available to the players at least four days a week during the offseason.
Biden, Harris enjoy milkshakes from Charcoal Pit at DNC
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) — President Biden is known almost as well for his well-documented love of ice cream as he is for his roots in Delaware.He got a taste of both this week when someone brought him a milkshake — triple thick, black and white, according to his Instagram — from Wilmington, Delaware, to the Democratic National Convention in Chicago. Democratic nominee and Vice President Kamala Harris got one, too."What's better than one triple thick, black and white milkshake after a convention speech?" the post says. "A second to share with a friend."In the video, Biden gushes over the shake, noting that...
CITY OF SALISBURY WELCOMES JULIE ENGLISH TO A NEW ROLE OF CITY CLERK
Salisbury, Maryland - The City of Salisbury marks a new page as Julie English steps into the role of City Clerk. English, having served the City for nearly a decade, brings a deep reservoir of knowledge and expertise to this pivotal role. "I am thrilled to continue serving the City...
Salisbury University Move-In Day Excites Incoming Students
Incoming students moved in to the Salisbury University dorms on Thursday morning. University officials said approximately 900 new students moved on campus. The incoming class, at 1,470 students total, is the second largest in university history.
SU Introduces New Cultural Fellowship Program
SALISBURY, Md – Salisbury University launches its newest edition of the Panorama and new Cultural Fellowship Program 5-6 p.m. Wednesday, August 28, in the Holloway Hall Social Room and Great Hall. Attendees can pick up a copy of the newest Panorama and learn about the new Cultural Fellowship Program,...
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