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Finances generate friction in Ocean View

Financial concerns dominated Tuesday night’s meeting of the Ocean View Town Council, as council members wrangled with falling revenue, an increasing need for space for town operations and questions about how much value to place on a public safety program championed by the town’s police chief.

Welch certified to run for Frankford council

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February 3, 2012

Frankford has seven candidates running for town council, after all.

Frankford candidates have their say before election

Seven candidates are competing for three seats on the Frankford Town Council during the town’s election on Saturday, Feb. 4. Voting will take place at Frankford Town Hall from 1 to 4 p.m., and the winners will serve two-year terms on the council.

Tech teacher arrested for conduct with student

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February 3, 2012

Last week, Sussex Technical High School special education and sociology teacher Charles Coursey, 38, was arrested for allegedly having a sexual relationship with a 17-year-old female student.

Selbyville one step closer to hosting farmers’ market

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February 3, 2012

The Selbyville Planning & Zoning Commission voted this week to recommend that the Town Council approve a request for a farmers’ market to be held at the corner of Route 17 and Williams Street in Selbyville.

Berlin, Md., resident Jeannie Mariner had approached the council Jan. 9 for permission to host a weekly farmers’ market at the lot her family owns in Selbyville.

Homeowners in foreclosure now get mandatory mediation

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February 3, 2012

Mandatory mediation for foreclosures is now a reality in Delaware – at least for the next two years.

Delaware Senate approves minimum wage increase

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February 3, 2012

Delaware’s minimum wage rate could increase by $1 in the next two years, but it’s not likely to happen without a fight.

Application options — an alphabet soup that matters

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February 3, 2012

Early decision, early action, rolling admissions, priority admissions, early notification – the beat goes on.

DCHS application fee reimbursement deadline approaching

Delmarva Christian High School is now accepting student applications for the 2012-2013 school year. And, for students who file their applications by Feb. 29, the $150 application fee will be reimbursed once they have been accepted and begin the 2012-2013 school year at DCHS.

Positive economic indicators fuel optimism for Sussex?County’s real estate market

Year-end sales data recently released by the Sussex County Association of Realtors (SCAOR) revealed several positive economic indicators as the county, the state and the nation continue to emerge from a years-long recession.

Little Miss Georgetown and Junior Miss Georgetown pageants seeking contestants

Applications are now being accepted for the 55th annual Little Miss Georgetown and 7th annual Junior Miss Georgetown Pageant. The program this year will be held on Sunday, March 11.

Rock-n-Roll BBQ Fundraiser to benefit Juust Sooup Ministry

An earthquake, Hurricane Irene and her tornados could not keep ABC’s “Extreme Makeover-Home Edition,” Schell Brothers and a few thousand volunteers from building the Jusst Sooup Ranch in only one week last September, yet a lull in contributions could cast a cloud over the ministry’s near- and long-term goals to care for hundreds of Delaware’s hungry and homeless each week.

County to apply for $1.1M in block grants

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February 3, 2012

Sussex County Council held a public hearing on the Community Development Block Grant program at their meeting this week. The Community Development and Housing Department of Sussex County applies for the grant funding on behalf of local municipalities that request assistance from the county on behalf of their residents and on the behalf of county residents.

County P&Z holds off on off-premise signage ordinances

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February 3, 2012

The Sussex County Planning & Zoning Commission at their Jan. 26 meeting once again deferred action on an ordinance to amend Chapter 115 of the county code relating to “off-premise” electronic messaging signs, which are typically in the form of billboards.

Markell holds fourth State of the State address

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February 3, 2012

“This is Delaware’s time to lead,” said Gov. Jack Markell during his State of the State address recently. “Creating more and better jobs. Improving our quality of life. Providing the best schools and learning opportunities for our children. Getting the most out of each tax dollar. Strengthening the trust of our people in their government. These are challenges even in ordinary times.

Fenwick to apply for grant for Mobi Mats

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February 3, 2012

The Fenwick Island Town Council met last week to discuss whether or not the Town should apply for a match-grant that would help the Town pay for and install Mobi Mats to aid people crossing the dune to and from the beach.

Sussex County students get robotic

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February 3, 2012

Robots aren’t just for mad scientists and Jedi knights anymore.

Ashley Conroe, an Indian River High School senior, formed the Retro Robots team to compete in Delaware’s own robotics tournament.

BREAKING NEWS--Special meeting in Frankford

The Frankford Board of Elections will hold a special meeting at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 2, 2012, to hear complaints filed with the Board concerning pre-election day action or activity. This meeting will be held in the Frankford Volunteer Fire Company meeting room located on Main Street in Frankford, DE.

Mission Accomplished

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January 27, 2012

After years of construction, delay and turbulent waters, the Indian River Inlet Bridge opened to traffic last Friday, with Gov. Jack Markell taking the maiden ride across its span.

IRSD board back to business

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January 27, 2012

The Indian River School District Board of Education continued with work as usual a week after the Supreme Court declined to hear the district’s appeal in the school-prayer lawsuit filed by parents of district students.

Millville tables notion of police study

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January 27, 2012

The Millville Town Council this week “shelved” the idea of having a police study conducted. In March 2011, the council had approved spending $650 for an initial study by the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP), to help determine the town’s need for police coverage. At their January town council meeting they decided they would have Town Manager Debbie Botchie get a little more information.

Bethany Beach council rejects AT&T antenna proposal

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January 27, 2012

Bethany Beach Town Council members this week voted unanimously to reject a proposal from Velocitel to host AT&T’s cellular antenna equipment on the town’s water standpipe.

Bethany council endorses Assawoman Canal pathway concept

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January 27, 2011

Bethany Beach Town Council members this week unanimously approved a resolution supporting concept of the proposed recreational path along the Assawoman Canal, but they did so through a modified resolution that limits the town’s commitment to the project – at least for now.

Bethany considers crackdown on licensing scofflaws

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January 27, 2012

Bethany Beach officials are getting tough on those who don’t get required rental or business licenses from the town by the deadlines – or, in some cases, at all.

Powell attorneys file 42-page appeal, cite bias against client

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January 27, 2012

Public defenders for Derrick Powell, the 24-year-old Cumberland, Md., man who was found guilty of first-degree murder of Georgetown police officer Chad Spicer, earlier this month filed a 42-page appeal of Powell’s conviction and sentencing to the Delaware Superior Court.

Sussex County records $3.48 million surplus from 2011

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January 27, 2012

Sussex County has scored yet another financial gain, recording a $3.48 million surplus for the 2011 fiscal year – the most significant gain for the County government in five years – despite a continued sluggish economy, a new audit shows.

Public works building site plan approved by Ocean View P&Z

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January 27, 2012

The Ocean View Planning & Zoning Commission this week unanimously approved the final site plan for the town’s future public works building.

John Murray of Kercher Engineering presented the design to the commission, noting that the proposed 3,500-square-foot building includes three bays, two of which open straight through.

Registration opens for the 2012 season at Lower Sussex Little League

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January 27, 2012

America’s pastime will soon be returning to Roxana, as online registration for Lower Sussex Little League kicked off earlier this month. In February, the Lower Sussex Complex will open for walk-in registration, as well. And with a few new age changes to the divisions, Lower Sussex Little League (LSLL) president Tracy Littleton is expecting another successful season for young baseball and softball players throughout the area.

Millsboro Dairy Queen still going strong after 10-year milestone

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January 27, 2012

There’s little doubt of the success of a chain like Dairy Queen near a seaside locale, but Bill Shook, owner of the franchise in downtown Millsboro, has been finding year-round prosperity with more than just the ice cream. After 10 years, thanks to big taste and a welcoming staff, he is proving that even a business with a corporate structure can evoke a friendly mom-and-pop feel.

IR swim team shocks Lake Forest in final home meet of the year

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January 27, 2012

With two meets on the road still left in the regular season, Indian River High Schol’s varsity boys’ and girls’ swim teams are a steady stride ahead of last year’s performance. In just the program’s fourth year, athletes are surpassing previous records as personal bests are consistently being shattered.

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