Troop 3 dedicates new complex in Camden
On a crisp, cloudy day, The Delaware State Police Pipes and Drums began the ceremony Troop 3 has a new home! A Delaware State Police Honor Guard member salutes as his colleagues post the colors during...
View ArticleSuspended Dover police officer returns on paid leave
DOVER — A police corporal acquitted of assault this month in a 2013 incident in which he kicked a suspect in the jaw will return to the department today on paid administrative leave, Dover Police...
View ArticleWhite Christmas? No; Forecast: Merry, bright
Warm December days mean more time on the beach. Castle built at Cape Henlopen State Park on Dec. 12 by Andrew West DOVER — White Christmas? Dream on, Bing. Maybe it’s just as well since some of us...
View ArticleReunited with pets, veteran rejoices in ‘miracle’
DOVER — Tails wagged, tongues licked and tears fell. Amid the barks and excitement on Thursday, James Pack struggled to comprehend that his dearest wish had been granted. He was about to be reunited...
View ArticleDover boy donates birthday gifts to Toys for Tots
Evan Easton, a second-grader at Allen Frear Elementary School in Camden, asked all his friends to donate gifts to Toys for Tots instead of giving him presents for his 8-year-old birthday party earlier...
View ArticleConvict’s repeated appeals called ‘abuse of the judicial process’
DOVER — The dismissal of a lawsuit filed by a Dover man convicted of attempted robbery in 1997 has been upheld by the Delaware Supreme Court. Kenneth T. Deputy had challenged his conviction and a...
View ArticleLOCAL ROUNDUP: Wesley women earn win over Alverno
The Wesley College women’s basketball team earned their first win since the season opener when they grabbed a 71-61 victory over Alverno College in day two of the St. Pete’s Classic in St. Petersburg,...
View ArticleDelaware men fall to Boston College, 69-61
CHESTNUT HILL, Mass. — Blue Hen sophomore guard Kory Holden scored a career-high 35 points but Delaware struggled from the field in the second half as UD fell at Boston College, 69-61, Saturday night...
View ArticleFROM THE SPORTS EDITOR: QB Callahan was a ‘steal’ for Wesley
Five years ago, Joe Callahan was a South Jersey kid who had never heard of Wesley College. But then the high school quarterback met Steve Azzanesi. Joe Callahan is only the second QB in NCAA history...
View ArticleHornets put up fight in 78-63 loss to Temple
PHILADELPHIA — It wasn’t a win, but Saturday is being looked at as a step in the right direction for the Delaware State men’s basketball team. The Hornets played one of their most competitive games...
View ArticleFelton man arrested twice in one day
DOVER — A 28-year-old Felton man faces theft-related charges for two separate incidents Saturday morning. Dover police said officers arrived at Bayhealth Kent General Hospital around 7:05 for reports...
View ArticleLETTER TO THE EDITOR: Obama’s inactions fueling Trump’s reactions
President Obama’s consistent course of inaction concerning America’s national security has fueled the fires of outrage in America. Donald Trump is an anti-political outsider who has ignited the flame...
View ArticleDover Police officers turn into Holiday Heroes
Dover Police Department Patrolman Josh Krumm shops with children during the Holiday Heroes event. (Dover Police Department/Pfc. Brian Wood) DOVER – The Dover Police Department said its third annual...
View ArticleMore than 300 graduate at Delaware State University commencement
Dr. Jalaal Hayes, center, made Delaware State University history by becoming the youngest-ever doctoral graduate at age 22. Dr. Hayes of Philadelphia was conferred a Ph.D. in Applied Chemistry during...
View ArticleWilliam Henry students get up-close look at justice system
Annette Ashley of the Kent County Courthouse’s Protonotary Office makes a presentation to William Henry Middle School students in 2014. (Submitted photos/Kim Browning) DOVER — Nasir Wilford’s worst...
View ArticleDover’s Walter Bagley Hall continues legacy of giving
Walter Bagley Hall, on Walker Road in Dover, is a long-term housing facility for those whose time at the Dover Interfaith Mission for Housing’s homeless shelter has expired. It was formally dedicated...
View ArticleZiady stepping down as Delaware AD
NEWARK – After only three years as the University of Delaware’s athletic director, Eric Ziady announced on Monday that he is stepping down. His resignation will be effective on Dec. 31 and comes a...
View ArticleHoliday lights of Dover
DOVER — Loockerman Street, Legislative Mall and other areas in the City of Dover are beaming with holiday lights. This video is a quick tour of some of the city and state government displays of the...
View ArticleDover youths’ New Year’s Eve event coming together
DOVER — The Youth Advisory Committee continues to be excited about its upcoming New Year’s event in Dover. The family-oriented event will feature live music and entertainment in Downtown Dover and end...
View ArticleCourt upholds conviction in Smyrna murder
DOVER — The conviction of a Newark man regarding a February 2010 murder in Smyrna was upheld in the Delaware Supreme Court Thursday, according to papers. Juan Restrepo-Duque, 18 at the time of his...
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