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Tom Hutchinson
Cambridge Waterfront Development, City reps sit down with Hutchinson
District 37B State Delegate Tom Hutchinson had planned a relaxing respite, a Miami cruise, to unwind after the busy legislative session concluded. more
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Sussex County administration in Georgetown.
Board of Adjustments to hear firework sale contracts
After approving locations in Seaford and Rehoboth Beach last week, the Sussex County Board of Adjustments on Thursday will consider contracts with Keystone Fireworks Tents for sales of fireworks in Ocean View and Bethany Beach. more
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Sussex County administration in Georgetown.
ChickBerry Farms ordinance to be considered
Laurel’s ChickBerry Farms Weddings & Events is seeking to make improvements to its location, and County Council is expected to hear an ordinance approving or rejecting the changes Tuesday. more
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Sussex County administration in Georgetown.
Sussex may eliminate public safety positions
During Tuesday's regular meeting, Sussex County Council will review a draft ordinance by Karen Brewington, director of human resources, to eliminate two department heads. more
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County finances ended last year in good fiscal shape
PRINCESS ANNE — As Somerset County nears the end of its current fiscal year the financial performance from FY23 was recently released showing more than $1.355 million was added to the general … more
The Milford municipal election took place Saturday, with city residents voting in a new mayor, Todd Culotta.
Culotta beats out incumbent Campbell in Milford mayor race
While the names in this year’s Milford mayoral race were the same as in the 2018 contest, the results were the opposite. With a difference of 100 votes, City Councilman Todd Culotta beat out incumbent Mayor Archie Campbell in the election Saturday. … more
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Rep. Madinah Wilson-Anton (second from bottom right) and members of Delaware Muslim communities pose with House Concurrent Resolution 125 on Thursday. The measure recognizes the ongoing violence in Gaza and supports a permanent and immediate cease-fire.
Resolution calling for cease-fire in Gaza passes Delaware House
DOVER — House lawmakers united on Thursday in recognition of the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza and to support a permanent and immediate cease-fire in the Israel-Hamas War. During … more
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Pine Street Community Market owner Eddie Beasley chats with Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development Secretarty Jake Day during a county-wide tour Wednesday, April 24. (DHCD photo)
State housing secretary visits projects in Dorchester
Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development Secretary Jake Day visited several state-sponsored projects in Dorchester County on Wednesday as part of the agency’s Day Trips tour across Maryland. more
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Timothy Diehl, a commercial fishing and passenger vessel safety examiner for the U.S. Coast Guard, was on the Eastern Shore in March to conduct an inspection on a commercial fishing boat. The Coast Guard advises that a safety exam should be completed every 2 years to ensure safety equipment and procedures are current.
Coast Guard helps commercial fishermen ensure a safe catch
As the nation's largest estuary, the Chesapeake Bay is a highly valued resource for more than 18 million people who live in its watershed. Producing about 500 million pounds of seafood each year, the … more
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The newsletter discussions came up as a part of commissioners' several-week long budget discussions.
Kent County Levy Court to use reserves to cover budget shortfall
DOVER – Over the past several weeks, the Kent County Levy Court has been looking at its operational budget trying to figure out how to cover the county’s nearly $2 Million shortfall. Some … more
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Rep. Eric Morrison, D-Glasgow, speaks on the House floor in January 2024.
Delaware lawmaker apologizes for controversial remarks regarding statutory rape
DOVER — Democratic Glasgow-area Rep. Eric Morrison has apologized for controversial remarks he made during the April 17 House Education Committee regarding violent crimes listed under Delaware … more
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Sussex county administration in Georgetown
Marijuana ordinance clears Sussex Planning & Zoning
The Sussex County Planning & Zoning Commission voted Wednesday to advance an ordinance governing marijuana establishments to County Council, which will soon hold a public hearing on the matter. more
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Monday's Dover City Council meeting ended with passionate words from Mayor Robin Christiansen and city councilpeople.
Electricity shutoff policy on Dover's radar
Residents who receive Dover electricity services and miss a payment can quickly find themselves on a disconnect list, a process the Committee of the Whole tackled Tuesday. more
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State Sen. Mary Beth Carozza addresses business owners, elected officials and members of the public during an April 24 forum in Salisbury.
Eastern Shore delegation members touch on education, housing and other topics during legislative forum
SALISBURY — A myriad of topics were discussed among Maryland’s Eastern Shore delegation members during the annual legislative wrap-forum hosted by the Salisbury Area Chamber of Commerce … more
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Whitehouse departure may affect Sussex P&Z schedule
With the departure of its Planning & Zoning Office director looming in May, Sussex County officials are considering whether there may be an impact to the department’s operations. more
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For most of this year Cove Street has not been thru-street at Second Street due to a catastrophic sewer pump breakdown at the lift station which was addressed through this system of auxiliary pumps and hoses. By this weekend the street is expected to be open again.
Cove Street reopening expected by week's end
CRISFIELD — The end is in sight for the reopening of Cove Street as the failed pump replacement process is underway week. Public Utilities Superintendent D.J. Parkinson said on Wednesday … more
Emily Cunningham
Delaware State Housing Authority welcomes Cunningham as Chief of Staff
DOVER — Delaware State Housing Authority announces Emily Cunningham will serve as the agency's Chief of Staff.     Ms. Cunningham served as the Vice President of the Blood Bank of … more
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Legislative Hall in Dover, where the Delaware General Assembly meets.
Bill to give school districts a choice in paying prevailing wage for construction projects stalls in Delaware House leadership committee
This story will be updated. DOVER — Democratic and Republican leaders in the House of Representatives rejected a proposal on Wednesday that would have provided Delaware school districts an … more
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Dagsboro Town Council has delayed action on an appointment to fill a vacant seat until May.
Dagsboro council delays appointment to fill vacancy
An appointment to fill a Dagsboro Town Council vacancy created in March is on hold until May. more
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The view of Silver Lake from 1079 Silver Lake Blvd. Residents in March said that wildlife in the area has increased where the land meets the water.
Possible Silver Lake development rejected by Dover City Council
DOVER – In a victory for nearby neighbors, the Dover City Council has rejected a a potential change to the 2019 comprehensive plan that would have allowed for commercial development at 1079 … more
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