Week 3 Pigskin Picks
After a couple weeks of non-conference contests, the Henlopen Conference Northern Division teams start squaring off with each other tonight. Here are our predictions for all this weekends Henlopen...
View ArticleMaj. Gen. Berry to keynote Friends of Del. Veterans Dinner
DOVER – Maj. Gen. Michael Berry, Cabinet Secretary of the Department of Military Affairs, will keynote the sixth annual Friends of Delaware Veterans Dinner on Saturday, Nov. 9, at the Rollins Center...
View ArticleScenic Delaware: Felton fox
Paul Palmisano of Felton took this photo at the edge of the woods on his property on Aug. 22. To contribute your scenic photos of our area, email newsroom@newszap.com. Photos must be at least 200 dpi...
View ArticleFrankford: Bicyclist struck on US 113 dies from injuries
FRANKFORD – A 62-year-old Seaford man on a bicycle on DuPont Boulevard Friday night died from injuries sustained when he was ejected from the bike, which was struck by a vehicle. The crash occurred at...
View ArticleScenic Delaware: Gallo Road
Christie Cole of Harrington took this picture on Aug. 29 of a lonely cornstalk in a field of soy beans on Gallo Road outside Harrington. To contribute your scenic photos of our area, email...
View ArticleTrump says he discussed corruption with Ukraine’s president
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump said Sunday that he spoke to Ukraine’s new president about his summer election and the fact that “we don’t want our people, like Vice President Biden and his son”...
View ArticleIran asks West to leave Persian Gulf as tensions heightened
TEHRAN, Iran — Iran’s president called Sunday on Western powers to leave the security of the Persian Gulf to regional nations led by Tehran, criticizing a new U.S.-led coalition patrolling the...
View ArticleBicyclist killed Friday in Frankford crash identified
FRANKFORD — Delaware State Police on Sunday identified the bicyclist who died in a crash Friday night in Frankford as 62-year-old Tony L. Townsend of Seaford. Police said Mr. Townsend was riding a...
View ArticleLocal roundup: Wolverines triumph over Goucher 2-0 in men’s soccer
Wesley College scored a goal in each half before blanking Goucher, 2-0, in men’s soccer on Sunday evening. Luis Cruz netted a goal in the 19th minute while Justin John-Langba scored in the 81st minute...
View ArticleKent County mulls $20 million sewer plant upgrade
MILFORD — It may surprise some Kent County residents to know that the biosolids created from the wastewater flushed down their drains and toilets actually has a brand name: Kentorganite. Currently,...
View ArticleSpeak Out: Rising gas prices
Typically, fall brings lower gasoline demand which usually pushes prices at the pumps down. However, in the wake of attack on oil facilities in Saudi Arabia last weekend, gasoline prices at the pump...
View ArticleCommentary: It’s high time someone looked at pot taxes
Consumers don’t seem to mind paying sales taxes on things like food and clothing. Marijuana may be a different story. As marijuana taxes are imposed in more states, many recreational marijuana users...
View ArticlePurple reigns: Indian River Inlet Bridge lit up in color for National...
The purple lights on the Indian River Inlet Bridge are to recognize National Recovery Month, which is sponsored by the U.S. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. Submitted photo...
View ArticleScenic Delaware: Little Creek sunset
Stephanie Seeman of Dover captured this sunset image from the boat launch at Little Creek on Aug. 9. To contribute your scenic photos of our area, email newsroom@newszap.com. Photos must be at least...
View ArticleSLIDESHOW: Ladybug Music Festival rocks Milford
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View ArticleHarrington Public Library reaches out to teens
The Harrington Public Library invites teenagers in the area to attend a meeting just for them Thursday, Sept. 26 at 6 p.m. Teens in attendance will weigh in on what types of materials and programs...
View ArticleThe story behind Biden’s son, Ukraine and Trump’s claims
Hunter Biden WASHINGTON — In 2014, then-Vice President Joe Biden was at the forefront of American diplomatic efforts to support Ukraine’s fragile democratic government as it sought to fend off Russian...
View ArticleWeek 3 Athlete of the Week nominees
The Delaware State News will feature a high school Athlete of the Week each week during the 2019-2020 school year. The Athlete of the Week will be nominated and chosen by our readers. The nominating...
View ArticleTwo men shot in Dover Park
DOVER — Two men were in stable condition after a Sunday night shooting in Dover Park, spokesman Master Cpl. Mark Hoffman said. Officers were called to the scene at 1200 White Oak Road for a shots...
View ArticleProbe continues into August fire that killed 3 children
LONG NECK — Investigation continues into last month’s fire that left three children dead at a home in Pot-Nets Bayside, authorities said Monday. The Office of the State Fire Marshal and Delaware State...
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