Delaware State University broke state law that required it to seek bids for minor capital construction work that used state funds to make more than $98,000 in improvements to the university president’s home, a state audit report said.
New exhibits, book signings and a brand new store make for an exciting First Friday event 5 to 7 p.m. in downtown Dover.
Holy Cross School students dressed in red, white and blue performed a mix of patriotic and sacred songs in honor of a handful of visiting veterans Wednesday as part of their celebration of Catholic Schools Week.
A slew of upcoming local events are set to highlight the achievements and struggles of black Americans in commemoration of Black History Month. Read on to see what innovative exhibits, living history programs and performances are planned.
Black leaders whose impacts are still felt in Delaware will be examined through tributes to them during four episodes of "A Delaware Chautauqua," written, directed and produced by Dr. Don Blakey. The first event will be at 7 p.m. Monday, Feb. 6, at Sankofa Studio, 54 S. Kirkwood St., Dover.
Bluegrass band Flatland Drive makes the trip from Harrington and Denton, Md., to Dover for the In Harmony concert Friday evening. Bandmembers talked to us about their diverse backgrounds and unique sound in anticipation of their upcoming gig.
Camden Mayor Richard E. Maly expects a large crowd to show up for Camden Town Council’s Monday night meeting given the fallout over former Town Manager James O. Plumley III’s arrest for fraud. So does town resident Bobbi Toner, who plans to attend.
Now that the nominations are in the 2011 Dover Post Great Person of the Year award, it's time to vote. Thanks to our loyal readers, we have 22 nominees to choose from so don't delay in picking up a paper and filling out an offical ballot.
The Caesar Rodney School District has promoted three administrators, including two moving up to replace recently retired administrators. Caesar Rodney Director of Human Resources David Perrington has been promoted, among others, to assistant superintendent to replace. Dr. Lou Ann Carlson. She retired Wednesday.
A&B Plus Consignment Shoppe opens on Friday, as part of the Downtown Dover Partnership’s First Friday marketing initiative. Owner Diane Avery has more than 30 years experience in banking and picked up some retail sales experience along the way, all while raising three children by herself. But, she wanted to try something different.
Linda Allbee always gets dirty looks from other drivers as she passes Booker T. Washington Elementary School on Forrest Street. Allbee never lets them intimidate her as she drives to pick up two of her grandchildren at Academy of Dover. When the yellow lights are flashing, everyone is supposed to go 20 miles per hour in a school zone. That’s what she does.
According to an automated email from Wesley College, a single gunshot was fired on campus just after 8 p.m. Monday.
The Regional Planning Commission and Levy Court will hear planning applications from Med David Family District, William B. Schauber, Fawn Crossing, Blue Hen Properties LLC and Polytech High School in the month of February.
Former Camden Town Manager James O. Plumley III and Smyrna contractor Mark A. Moore were arrested Thursday for fraudulently charging the town of Camden for repairs that never took place, the Camden Police Department said.
Caesar Rodney High School junior Brandon Walton’s family has a long history of serving in the U.S. Army’s Delaware National Guard. On Wednesday, the Camden resident officially became the fourth generation of his family to serve in the National Guard.
Delaware State University Director of Development Bryant “Tee” Bell was recently recognized for his work to help ensure the success of the recent Delaware Fight For Air Walk held by the American Lung Association.
In the first week of January, police booted five vehicles, and all the people who came out and saw the boots paid their fines immediately. To date, Dover Police have collected more than $4,000 from seven vehicles that have been booted.
The Delaware Senate voted unanimously to extend the term limits in office for Dover’s mayor and City Council members beginning after the April elections.Senate Bill 165, which passed 21-0 with all present, will now go to the state House of Representatives.
During Dover Days, Delmarva Historic Haunts is going to let the public see – or more likely hear – what happens after nightfall. The group is leading a Paranormal 101 class where students will learn what the group’s investigators do on their on-the-road team. Then, members of the public will join the group for a historic paranormal walking tour of The Green.
Dover City Council learned Monday night that revenues for the 2012 fiscal year will be about $270,000 less than anticipated, according to updated projections presented by Controller Donna Mitchell.
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