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Murray, Duncan elected to IRHS Hall of Fame
Sussex County Public Safety Director Robert W. “Robbie” Murray Jr., a member of Indian River High School’s Class of 1990, was elected to the IRHS Hall of Fame for 2024, along with Selbyville Mayor Richard A. “Rick” Duncan Jr., a member of the Class of 1975, at a ceremony last week at the school.
Governor’s Task Force Arrests Dover Man for Drug Offenses and Resisting Arrest
Delaware State Police arrested 34-year-old Jesus Torres of Dover, Delaware, on multiple drug and resisting arrest charges after a pursuit near Seaford yesterday. On July 16, 2024, at approximately 3:47 p.m., a member of the Sussex County Governor’s Task Force saw an Acura MDX fail to use its turn signal as it was turning onto German Road from Concord Pond Road. The Acura initially did not stop when the detective tried to pull it over. The Acura ultimately came to a stop at a dead end on Jewell Street, at which point the detective attempted to arrest the driver, later identified as Jesus Torres. Torres failed to comply with verbal commands and struck the detective several times as he physically resisted arrest. Torres was able to escape and fled on foot but was apprehended a short time later. After Torres was taken into custody, detectives searched the Acura and found approximately 21.95 grams of powder cocaine, and $932 in suspected drug dealing proceeds.
Beebe Healthcare to Deploy Epic Enterprise EHR Across Network
– Beebe Healthcare, a comprehensive healthcare system serving Sussex County, Delaware, and the surrounding region announced a strategic partnership with Epic, a leading healthcare software company, to implement its enterprise electronic health record (EHR) system. This move aims to deliver a more seamless and integrated care experience for patients across Sussex County.
UPDATE: Proposed Northstar Development under review at public hearing
LEWES, Del. - A proposed development in Lewes is set to go ahead of the Sussex County Planning and Zoning Commission during a public hearing on Wednesday, July 17. The proposed project is called Northstar, and developers are looking to build on the southeast side of Lewes-Georgetown Highway and the northwest and southeast sides of Beaver Dam Road.
New independent urgent care services offered in Selbyville
SELBYVILLE — Kevin Mull, Dr. Aaron Green and the staff at Lower Shore Immediate Care in Selbyville are bringing more accessible health care options to Sussex County. The independently practicing group opened on June 3 with hopes of making a splash in the Selbyville community which can be found just minutes from the hustle and bustle of coastal life.
Dover man faces felony charges after Seaford chase
SEAFORD, Del.- A Dover man is now facing felony charges after Delaware State Police say they arrested 34-year-old Jesus Torres following a chase near Seaford. According to the agency, on July 16, around 3:47 p.m., a Sussex County Governor’s Task Force detective witnessed an Acura MDX turn onto German Road from Concord Pond Road without using the signal. Police say the officer attempted to stop the car, but the driver, later identified as Torres, did not comply and instead led the detective to a dead end on Jewell Street. Once stopped, police say Torres resisted arrest, hitting the detective several times before running away. He was shortly caught and arrested. The agency says a search of the car revealed about 21.95 grams of powder cocaine and $932 in suspected drug proceeds.
Nursing student receives Lord Baltimore Lions Club scholarship
The Margaret H. Rollins School of Nursing at Beebe Healthcare announced Nicholas Vitella of Georgetown is the recipient of this year’s nursing scholarship from the Lord Baltimore Lions Club of Ocean View. Scholarships are awarded to a senior, nontraditional student who resides in Sussex County, has a caring and...
Meyer for Delaware campaign opens Sussex campaign office
On Wednesday, July 10, the Meyer for Delaware campaign officially opened their Sussex Campaign Office, located in Rehoboth Beach. Campaign staff and supporters gathered in the new space as Democrat Matt Meyer addressed those in attendance. “The opening of this Sussex County campaign office is a testament to the incredible...
Wheels for Meals helps feed Sussex County seniors
CHEER’s Wheels for Meals car show will roll into Georgetown on Saturday, Aug. 3, and cook up proceeds to help provide meals for Sussex County’s senior citizens. The non-profit agency’s 14th annual car-truck-bike show displays in the parking lot of CHEER’s Warren L. & Charles C. Allen Jr. Community Center, east of Georgetown.
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