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NAACP seeks info on police contract negotiations
DOVER — The president of the NAACP’s Central Delaware branch wants to know more about city police labor negotiations. La Mar Gunn said he’s also requested information on use of force policies from...
View ArticleHouse Democrats seek to ease Delaware students’ test burden
DOVER — Ten House Democrats, including leadership, want the governor to replace the Smarter Balanced standardized test with the SAT for 11th graders. Currently, Delaware students in grades three...
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Howell trial still set for Jan. 19
DOVER — As of Wednesday, the twice-delayed trial of a former Caesar Rodney High teacher charged with alleged sexual abuse of a 17-year-old female student was scheduled to begin on Jan. 19. Richard L....
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The Shepherd Place welcomes donations in the new year
Sandra Melgarejo fixes plates for herself and her children Thursday night courtesy of a Samaritan. The holiday dinner for all guests at The Shepherd Place in Dover was catered by U.S. 13 Grill...
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‘Trump,’‘Caitlyn’ and ‘Chip Kelly’ attend Hummers Parade
The pope — also known as Jay Knight — was ready to bless spectators Friday at the Middletown Hummers Parade. (Delaware State News/Matt Bittle) MIDDLETOWN — Perhaps no place in Delaware enjoys New...
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A new ballgame for Dover Little League
The sign at the entry to Dover Little League at Schutte Park. A new board and officers have taken over following a scandal in which the former president was indicted on five felony charges in...
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Weary Blue Hens fall to James Madison 73-63
Cazmon Hayes netted a team-high 17 points for Delaware in its loss to JMU on Saturday. (Delaware sports information/Mark Campbell) NEWARK — They try their best not to talk about it. It’s almost like if...
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COMMENTARY: Delaware’s criminal justice system gets needed scrutiny
Over the last year, the Delaware Supreme Court’s Access to Justice Commission has held meetings and forums on fairness in the state’s criminal justice system. The consensus — through testimony by...
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Welcome to the new year! Caution: politics ahead
DOVER — After last week’s lengthy year in review package and in between headlines and deadlines, we mused about what 2016 might offer. Certainly, politics will be front and center right away nationally...
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Lynn plans another attempt to repeal death penalty
DOVER — Rep. Sean Lynn, D-Dover, said he intends to suspend the rules when the legislative session resumes in order to bring the death penalty repeal bill to the House floor. Senate Bill 40 passed the...
View ArticleFentanyl-related deaths increasing in state
DOVER — A public health problem in 2014 became an epidemic in 2015 — the number of fentanyl-related deaths increased in the state. In 2014, 11 deaths in Delaware were attributed to fentanyl. But from...
View ArticleGustafson book, donation information
“The Prayer of a Single Mom” by Samantha Gustafson is available at www.amazon.com and www.barnesandnoble.com. She can be reached for speaking engagements through the publisher: Samantha Gustafson, C/O...
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Samantha Gustafson writes a story of hope
DOVER — In the days, weeks and months following her husband Brett’s death, Samantha Gustafson embraced Jeremiah 29:11 and held on for dear life. “For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the...
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Webster trial testimony
Following are excerpts and paraphrasing of 47 minutes of testimony by Delaware State Police Cpl. Ricardo Torres at the trial of Dover Police Department Cpl. Thomas Webster IV on Dec. 3, 2015. Direct...
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Conflicting views on force revealed during Webster trial
A dashcam video released in May 2015 of a suspect being kicked set off a firestorm of controversy. (Dover Police Department photo) DOVER — Was the use of force excessive or appropriate? It’s...
View ArticleLETTER TO THE EDITOR: Accept the new normal or act to change it
There will be more mass shootings in this country and there will be more children shot to death in our streets. This is now what Americans expect and what the rest of the world expects to happen in the...
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The Inn at Duck Creek adds taste to downtown Smyrna
123015-8933 The Inn at Duck Creek, formerly Vance’s barbershop at the corner of Main and Commerce streets in Smyrna. (Special to the Delaware State News/Gary Emeigh) 123015-8920 The Inn at Duck Creek,...
View ArticleAct now to winterize your business
GEORGETOWN — After the spring-like month of December, it could be easy for Delaware businesses to be caught off-guard if temperatures dip suddenly. Every year, businesses and nonprofits lose valuable...
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Smith returns as Polytech’s head football coach
WOODSIDE — For as long as Kevin Smith can remember, he’s been part of a football team. “I just wanted to get back into it and the opportunity presented itself,” said Kevin Smith. “Polytech has been...
View ArticleTeens accused in Smyrna robberies
SMYRNA — Gunpoint robberies on consecutive nights last week quickly brought the arrests of several teenagers on felony charges, Smyrna Police said Monday. A 15-year-old Smyrna youth was apprehended...
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