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Governor’s budget includes employee raise, benefit changes
DOVER — Gov. Jack Markell’s proposed $4.11 billion budget includes a raise for state employees and changes to their health care plan. Under the recommended budget, Delaware workers would receive a pay...
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Hens suffer 12th loss in a row
NEWARK — Something had to give. Delaware had lost 11 games in a row but William & Mary had lost its last nine meetings with the Blue Hens. But, like just about everything else lately for the Hens,...
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From the Sports Editor: Ex-Polytech hoop player Laster stars at Loyola, Md.
Former Polytech High basketball standout Eric Laster is a senior guard at Loyola. (Loyola sports information/Brian Schneider) Eric Laster had never been in a basketball arena that was so alive. Kansas’...
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Numbers offer depth to winter storm coverage
DOVER — Through the winter storm last weekend, it seemed that our DelawareStateNews.net readers were most eager to see snow totals. The source we used to provide regular updates was the Delaware...
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COMMENTARY: Repealing Second Amendment would be a monumental task
So, let’s discuss the elephant in the room. The Huffington Post, with which I rarely agree, at least makes this point: The New York Times’ page-one editorial the other week was far too timid. Or look...
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Anderson Foundation a memory that gives back
Grandson Ryan Anderson experienced his first kielbasa festival, hosted by his grandfather Reggie Capitan, of Dover, in 2014. Dad Jason Anderson is at the right of Ryan. (Submitted photo/Dave Skocik)...
View ArticleHornet men take step back, fall at home to S.C. State 56-41
DOVER — If there was any optimism surrounding the Delaware State men’s basketball team after back-to-back wins during the week, Saturday served as a reminder to what the Hornets have been most of this...
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Delaware state employees’ unions push back on health care benefits changes
DOVER — For the second time in a year, Gov. Jack Markell and his administration could have a fight on their hands over state government employees’ health care. Gov. Markell’s recommendations, unveiled...
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Age no barrier for Mabes’ Yoga Babes
Mabes Morrill, 94, smiles as she leads Mabes’ Yoga Babes in a class at Westminster Village in Dover earlier this month. Mabes’ Yoga Babes meets three times a week at Westminster and consists of...
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More Delawareans seeking personal protection
DOVER — Many more Delawareans are carrying legally concealed deadly weapons these days. That’s a fact. Concealed carry permits jumped 56 percent from 2014 to 2015. What’s not so clear, however, is...
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Smyrna wrestlers nip Milford, extend in-state streak to 41
Smyrna’s Chase Archangelo on his way to a 9-0 decision over Gaven Garcia of Milford in the 132 lb. match Saturday night. (Special to the Delaware State News/Gary Emeigh) Smyrna’s Chase Archangelo on...
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Shannon Morris and Jessica Moyer win Dancing With The Delaware Stars
Kent County Levy Court chief code enforcement officer Shannon Morris and his partner and professional dancer Jessica Moyer won the 2016 Dancing With The Delaware Stars Saturday night at Dover Downs...
View ArticleCOMMENTARY: The Delaware City Refinery and a bad governor
I’ve written about the Delaware City Refinery so many times, over so many years, that it’s hard to believe more is needed. It’s tiresome to think about. It never ends. Yet here we go yet again. The...
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Kent aims to nix comptroller position
DOVER — Kent County Levy Court is pushing to eliminate the last remaining county comptroller before the position’s current term ends in 2017. The Kent County comptroller audits all accounts for the...
View ArticleDover Police investigating armed robbery
DOVER — As a string of armed robberies continued on Monday, the Dover Police Department issued safety tips on how to reduce opportunity for crime. Authorities investigated the latest incident that...
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Lake Forest making strides in boys’ basketball
Formerly the successful coach at Smyrna, Mike Starkey – shown above while coaching the Eagles – said he has to remind himself sometimes that even small accomplishments can mean a lot for this group of...
View ArticleLETTER TO THE EDITOR: The truth not being reported on Oregon shooting
It’s a sad day in America when a man, husband, father, grandfather and patriot loses his life for nonviolently standing for what he believes in. LaVoy Finicum is believed to have had his life taken, in...
View ArticleRoundup: Hornets erupt in second half for 86-70 win over Cheyney
Delaware State led by just two points at halftime, but pulled away in the second half to an 86-70 win over Division II Cheyney in men’s basketball at Memorial Hall on Monday evening. Sophomore forward...
View ArticleDNREC’s proposed fees now go to lawmakers
DOVER — After the Advisory Council on Wildlife and Freshwater Fish approved new entrance fees for wildlife areas and hunting costs last week, the proposed changes now will go to the General Assembly....
View ArticleSad note accompanies Big Barrel’s cancellation
DOVER — Mayor Robin Christiansen sang the blues last week when he heard the Big Barrel Country Music Festival was canceled. “I’m very disappointed,” he said. “I’m a country music fan.” Promoters Red...
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