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News SECURITY - “If You See Something, Say Something” campaign now includes Walmart. Page 2 TOP EMPLOYEE - Sussex County has named Kyle A. Belle of Laurel the 2010 employee of the year. Page 4 PUBLISHING - Ever wonder who came up with the idea for “Sports Illustrated?” Page 5 HEROES - Through her work, Jan McCoy hears countless stories of heartbreak and struggle. Page 8 ‘BLUE’ CHRISTMAS - Delaware drivers will have to change this habit in January or be fined. Page 9 CHARITIES - Lion’s Club charity in 70th year operating in Seaford. Page 12 REHAB - Bridgeville learns of opportunities to receive help with housing rehab and infrastructure. Page 24

Sports Contest - The Seaford Star sports contest has drawn 20 votes so far. Submit your vote by Dec. 23 at noon. More info on page 39.

Tourney - Local varsity boys’ basketball teams will compete in the Governor’s Challenge. Page 38 Stars - A wrestler and a girls’ basketball player are the Seaford Stars of the Week. Page 39

Index Bulletin Board Business Church Classifieds Final Word Gaslines Gourmet Health Letters Lynn Parks Movies

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Obituaries People Police Puzzles Sports Tides Tony Windsor

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These plants are thriving in Seaford Industrial Park

By Lynn R. Parks

In 2007, at the very beginning of the most recent recession, Linus Tooling Inc. was in a difficult spot. The metal fabrication shop that at the time was located in Huntingdon Valley, Pa., had just spent $300,000 on new machinery to make parts for one of its customers and that customer had taken its business elsewhere.

“That was a really bad time for us,” said James Ryan, president. “We had lost one of our biggest clients and we were struggling.”

The Orient Corporation of America plant in Seaford saw similarly hard times in early 2009, in the midst of that same recession. “Everything was flat,” said David Curry, assistant vice president and manager of the plant.

“From January through June of that year, we had a total of only five weeks of production. During that time we didn’t have any layoffs, cut backs or furloughs.”

Those were difficult times. But the companies hung in there. Now, both Ryan and Curry say their plants are thriving. And they are looking forward to even better days ahead.

Orient Corporation and Linus Tooling are both located in the Seaford Industrial Park. Orient Corporation opened there in 1991; its headquarters are in Kenilworth, N.J. Linus Tooling moved from Huntington Valley to the industrial park this summer after being purchased by Craig Technologies, which is also there.

Orient Corporation is a specialist manufacturer of dyes and pigments.

Curry said that most of its production

James Ryan, left, president of Linus Tooling Inc., and Dave Curry, assistant vice president of Orient Corporation of America and manager of its Seaford facility. The men say that their plants, both located in the Seaford Industrial Park, are thriving.

Photo by Lynn R. Parks

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Carolers donate more than 19,000 canned goods

Words of good cheer from everywhere are doing more than filling the air this holiday season.

They’re helping to fill the closets and cupboards of Sussex County’s food pantries – and those in need.

Hundreds of carolers sang in the holiday season during the 27th annual Caroling on The Circle event this year, singing traditional Christmas and Spanish carols and, along the way, doing their part to help collect more than 19,000 canned goods and other non-perishable food items for the less fortunate of the community.

The annual event kicks off the holiday season for Sussex County, while serving as a community food drive to benefit local

pantries.

Started in 1984 as part of the Delaware First initiative, Caroling on The Circle continues to cheer hearts and help those in need more than two decades later.

To date, the community has donated more than 550,000 canned goods through the Caroling on The Circle program.

The Caroling event, along with collections from Sussex County Council, County employees, numerous schools, groups and businesses, helped push this year’s preliminary total to 19,303 items, short of the more than 24,000 items collected last year. The collection effort will continue throughout this month to boost the totals.

“We know the economy con-

tinues to be difficult for so many people, and that’s why this food drive is as important as it ever has been,” County Administrator David B. Baker said. “We’re thankful for any amount we collect, and we thank all the residents, schools, businesses and organizations who continue to support us.”

Baker said because the need

‘Say Something’ campaign grows

Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Janet Napolitano has announced the expansion of the Department’s national “If You See Something, Say Something” campaign to hundreds of Walmart stores across the country— launching a new partnership between DHS and Walmart to help the American public play an active role in ensuring the safety and security of our nation.

“Homeland security starts with hometown security, and each of us plays a critical role in keeping our country and communities safe,” said Secretary Napolitano. “I applaud Walmart for joining the ‘If You See Something, Say Something’ campaign. This partnership will help millions of shoppers across the nation identify and report indicators of terrorism, crime and other threats to law enforcement authorities.”

The “If You See Something, Say Something” campaign— originally implemented by New York City’s Metropolitan Transportation Authority and funded, in part, by $13 million from DHS’ Transit Security Grant Program — is a simple and effective program to engage the public and key frontline employees to identify and report indicators of terrorism, crime and other threats to the proper transportation and law enforcement authorities.

More than 230 Walmart stores nationwide launched the “If You See Something, Say Something” campaign, with a

in the community continues to stretch local food pantry programs, the County will again extend its collection effort through the end of the month in order to reach a minimum of 20,000 items collected.

The public can continue to drop off canned goods and nonperishable food items between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Monday

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total of 588 Walmart stores in 27 states joining in the coming weeks. A short video message will play at select checkout locations to remind shoppers to contact local law enforcement to report suspicious activity.

Over the past five months, DHS has worked with its federal, state, local and private sector partners, as well as the Department of Justice, to expand the “If You See Something, Say Something” campaign and Nationwide SAR Initiative to communities throughout the country.

In the coming months, the Department will continue to expand the campaign nationally with public education materials and outreach tools designed to help America’s businesses, communities and citizens remain vigilant and play an active role in keeping the country safe.

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Shop for silver and gold jewelry and other gifts in the lobby at Nanticoke Memorial Hospital on Thursday, Dec. 16, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Friday, Dec. 17, from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.

The Look-In Glass Shoppe (located within Nanticoke Memorial Hospital) is hosting a “Pretty Pickins Jewelry Sale” with items from $5 to $500.

Pretty Pickins will also buy your gold, silver and platinum on the spot. Payroll deductions for purchases are available for eligible NHS employees.

All proceeds of the Look-In Glass Shoppe go to Nanticoke Health Services to support patient care services.

through Friday at the County Administrative Offices building on The Circle, the West Complex offices on U.S. 113, and at the Sussex County Airport terminal, all in Georgetown.

Items collected will be donated to approximately a half dozen area pantries, shelters and church organizations for distribution within Sussex County.

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Seaford Industrial Park home to successful companies Continued from page one

is of black dye that is used to color plastics that are mainly used in the auto industry.

The black dye is in the form of a very fine powder. The plant also manufactures liquid ink that is used in stampers.

Orient Corporations Seaford facility employs 18 people.

Curry said that when the Seaford plant is operating Monday to Friday it is capable of producing 3 million pounds of black dye powder every year. Last fiscal year, he said, it produced more than that. And the plant is on track to exceed the 3 million pound mark again this year.

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“We’ve been working a lot of weekends,” he said.

Curry said that the turnaround for the company started in July 2009, the same month that economists say that the recession ended. “Our business just started to pick up and since January of this year, we’ve had unbelievably strong sales,” he added.

He attributed the uptick in business in part to the increase in cars sales. “But that’s not the whole situation,” he added.

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At the time, it had two employees.

Now, said Ryan, employee count is up to 10.

“We just hired two people this past week,” Ryan said at the end of November.

“And in 2011, we possibly could add some more.”

Linus Tooling makes precision metal parts. On a recent November day, workers were turning out parts for magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scanners and the lighted cap for the Sony PS3 move hand controller. The company also makes metal molds that in turn are used to make molded plastic parts.

“We are very busy,” Ryan said. All of

the customers that Linus Tooling had when it left Huntingdon Valley stuck with it, he said, and the sales force connected with Craig Technologies “are bringing work in from all over the country for us.”

And providing the proverbial icing on the cake, that company that took its work elsewhere in 2007 is back, he added.

Both Ryan and Curry envision an even busier year in 2011 than they had in 2010.

Like Linus Tooling, Curry said that it’s likely that Orient Corporation will hire people in 2011.

“We are looking to expand with a different production line, if it works out,” he said. “Our company is healthy and thriving.”

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When the low bid came in under budget, the city added eliminating dead-end water pipes in the area of Sussex Avenue and Tull Drive and along Atlanta Road.

This latest change order will enable the city to eliminate dead-end water pipes on Nylon Boulevard, Cypress Drive and School Lane.

“We are working to eliminate as many dead ends in our water system as we can,” City Manager Dolores Slatcher told council members. “After this is complete, we will have done all the major ones.”

Slatcher added that city workers will be able to do the work to correct dead ends on smaller pipes in the city’s water system.

The work in Nylon Boulevard, Cypress Drive and School Lane is expected to be completed in early April. Contractor is Bunting and Murray Construction, Selbyville.

Federal stimulus dollars are paying 52 percent of the cost of the project. The remaining 48 percent of the cost is being paid by the city with a loan from the state’s revolving fund.

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MORNING STAR • december 16 - 22, 2010

County Administrator David Baker (right) with Kyle A. Belle.

Belle named employee of the year Sussex County has named Kyle A. Belle of Laurel the 2010 employee of the year for County government.

County Councilman Sam Wilson announced this year’s winner during the recent annual Mildred King Luncheon for the County’s approximately 500 employees. Belle was selected by his co-workers from a field of four employees, all quarterly winners this past year, for the honor.

Belle, this year’s second quarter winner, received a standing ovation from employees as he was presented with a plaque.

“It means a lot to be recognized by all

my co-workers,” said Belle, who manages mail delivery for County offices. “I am very fortunate to work with such great people, and to see all their smiling faces when I come to work each day.”

County Administrator David Baker commended Belle for nearly five years of service, which began in April 2006 as a maintenance employee in the County’s Facilities Management office. Baker praised Belle for his warm, friendly and outgoing personality, which he brings to each department and office on his daily rounds among County offices.

Discounts offered to nonprofit groups

The Delaware Association of Nonprofit Agencies (DANA), an agency that focuses on strengthening local nonprofits, has teamed up with United Way of Delaware (UWD) to promote volume discounts for nonprofits, offered through the Nonprofit Purchasing Group of Delaware.

Founded in 2006, the Nonprofit Purchasing Group of Delaware (NPGD) is managed by UWD and sponsored, in part, by Nemours Health and Prevention Services.

Nearly 1,800 agencies are registered with this program, and to date, participating members have saved more than $700,000.

NPGD helps nonprofits save an average of nine to 23 percent on essential business supplies and services, including: banking, energy, vending and food, printing, legal services, insurance, IT services, office equipment and office supplies.

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MORNING STAR • december 16 - 22, 2010

The vision for ‘Sports Illustrated’

By Lynn R. Parks In 1950, 27-year-old Robert Cowin was an assistant circulation manager for Time magazine. He and several co-workers were dispatched from their offices in New York City to Columbus, Ohio, where they were to research why people bought the newspapers.

“We went door to door and talked with a lot of housewives, because the men by and large were at work,” said Cowin, who is now 87, living near Palm Beach, Fla., and married to the former Ann Smoot of Seaford. “And more often than not, they told us that their husbands bought the newspaper that they thought had the best sports coverage.”

That got Cowin thinking. After returning to his desk in New York City, he wrote a three-page memo to Time founder and editor-in-chief Henry Luce, describing why he thought that starting a weekly magazine devoted to sports was a good idea.

“I outlined the possibilities and told him that times had changed and that a sports magazine ought to be seriously considered,” Cowin said.

That was 60 years ago. Cowin was able to grab Luce’s attention and the first edition of Sports Illustrated, published by Time, hit the newsstands in August 1954.

And in the most recent issue, in recognition of that 60-year anniversary, editor Terry McDonell pays tribute to Cowin.

“History is loaded with astonishing in-

Robert Cowin and his wife, the former Ann Smoot of Seaford

sights by visionary individuals,” McDonell writes in his column. “Mr. Robert Cowin is one of them.”

“Henry Luce saw something in my memo that caught his attention,” Cowin said. “Many in the business felt that covering sports was beneath them. But Luce liked to defy conventional wisdom and the naysayers in the organization challenged

him even more.”

Cowin grew up in Franklin, Pa., and graduated from Franklin High School in 1940. He went to Duke University and enrolled in the V-12 Navy College Training Program there. After graduation, he underwent further training at Cornell University, then shipped out to serve with the Navy in the South Pacific.

After the end of World War II, he returned to Franklin and married his childhood sweetheart, Jean Rennacker.

When Sports Illustrated was launched, Cowin was named its circulation director, a position he held for 15 years. After that, he became special assistant to the executive vice president of Time Inc., then was named circulation director and assistant publisher of Life magazine. When that magazine folded in 1973, Cowin retired.

Cowin married Ann, also a Duke University graduate, after his first wife died in 1992. Ann is the daughter of Irvin and Bessie Smoot and grew up on the Lone Elm Farm on alternate U.S. 13 north of Seaford.

Ann was one of four children. Both of her sisters, Becky Wheatley Moore and Louise McNeilly, and her brother, Bill Smoot, are deceased. A nephew, David Wheatley, still lives in Seaford. He is Becky’s son.

Ann, who suffers from dementia, lives in the Cleveland, Ohio, area, which is also home to her five children. “She is deeply rooted in her beloved Seaford,” her husband said.

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Customers having problems paying their energy bills can find extra help through the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP).

LIHEAP is a block grant program, administered by the states, that assists low-income households – both homeowners and renters – with their energy bills.

The application period is through March 31, 2011. There could be limited funds available, so customers are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

Delmarva Power is partnering with community-based organizations and social service agencies to ensure that their lowincome and at-risk customers are made aware of the federal dollars available to help them with their utility bills.

The Delaware Energy Assistance Program assists low-income households that need help in meeting the cost of home energy used for heating and cooling their homes. The Division of State Service Centers administers this program on a contractual basis with Catholic Charities, Inc. In Sussex County call 856-6310.

Customers can also apply for emergency assistance funds through the Division of State Service Centers. Such funding would be used for rent, utilities and emergency shelter in order to maintain selfsufficiency and avoid homelessness.

Additional information can be found online at www.dhss.delaware.gov/dhss/ dssc/liheap.html Income-eligible customers can also get help in paying energy bills through Delmarva Power’s Good Neighbor Energy Fund. To apply contact the Salvation Army office, which administers the fund.

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Business Woodland joins Procino Wells, LLC

Procino Wells, LLC is pleased to welcome Amber B. Woodland, Esquire as a new associate attorney of the firm.

Woodland will practice primarily in the areas of real estate, taxation, estate planning and administration, and business matters.

Woodland is a graduate of Seaford Senior High School, Seaford (2004); Flagler College, Woodland St. Augustine, Fla. (B.A., psychology, cum laude, 2007); and Regent University School of Law, Virginia Beach, Va. (J.D., 2010). Woodland also studied Spanish in 2006 at Intercultura Language School and Cultural Center in Heredia, Costa Rica.

Woodland is a member of the bar of the Supreme Court of the State of Delaware.

She is also a member of the Southern Delaware Estate Planning Council; Soroptimist International of Seaford Inc.; Omicron Delta Kappa, The National Leadership Honor Society; and Phi Alpha Delta Law Fraternity International.

Woodland began working at Procino Wells, LLC in the summer of 2006. She continued to work part-time for the firm

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throughout law school.

While at Regent University, Woodland served as the chairperson for the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program.

She also received recognition in an article titled “Healing Healthcare Through Tax Reform,” Regent Journal of Law & Public Policy, Volume 2, Number 1, Spring 2010, 63, for her editing and research assistance.

After graduating from law school, Woodland took the Delaware Bar Examination, which she passed in July.

2011 standard mileage rates set

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Beginning Jan. 1, 2011, the standard mileage rates for the use of a car (also vans, pickups or panel trucks) will be: • 51 cents per mile for business miles • 19 cents per mile driven for medical or moving purposes • 14 cents per mile driven in service of charitable organizations The standard mileage rate for business is based on an annual study of the fixed and variable costs of operating an automobile. The rate for medical and moving purposes is based on the variable costs as determined by the same study. Independent contractor Runzheimer International conducted the study.

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MORNING STAR • december 16 - 22, 2010

Making a difference in the lives of teenagers

By James Diehl

Through her work with the Delaware Adolescent Program, Inc. (DAPI), Jan McCoy hears countless stories of heartbreak, of struggle and of perseverance. It’s what she does – she makes a difference in the lives of young girls, many of whom just need someone who will listen to their problems and offer some real-world solutions.

A native of upstate New York, McCoy came to Sussex County a couple of years ago when her husband, Dr. John McCoy, was named the new superintendent of schools for the Laurel School District.

Since her arrival in southern Delaware, she has brought glimmers of hope to many girls who are facing pregnancy at a very young age. Her work, in her words, is all about overcoming obstacles and focusing on the simple things in life that each of us can control.

“It’s human nature to see what is wrong with people, but the secret to a happy life is if you can see what is right with people and focus on that,” says McCoy, who has more than 35 years of experience as a registered nurse in several states. “It’s sometimes difficult to listen to the stories I hear, but it’s all about affirming each other.”

Also a mentor to a 13-year-old girl, McCoy feels she can relate to troubled teens because of her years working in pediatrics.

She’s seen some difficult cases, and more than a few tear-jerking realities, but she keeps coming back for more because she wants to, even needs to.

“At DAPI, my job is to help these girls gain the tools they need to be good mothers,” she says. “I tell them they will repeat exactly how they have been treated unless they determine in their hearts, in a purposeful way, that they are going to be different, and make their homes different.”

McCoy offers very practical solutions in working with young teens that are dealing with very grown up situations, but she is also known to think “outside the box” on occasion. Earlier this year, for example, she decided to hold a “Father’s Day” celebration at DAPI. There was much skepticism, but the day turned out to be a huge success for McCoy, for DAPI and for nearly a dozen young girls and their partners.

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Contact James Diehl at 302-222-2685 or email Bryant Richardson, brichardson@ mspublications.com “It was great. I had all but a couple of the fathers come in and I had them bathing dolls and diapering dolls,” McCoy says with the heartfelt grin that most of her protégés see when they first enter the program. “I really try to get the fathers involved; I think we’re going to do another Father’s Day program, because the new girls in the program want their boyfriends to be involved too.”

In DAPI, McCoy sees pregnant girls as young as 12 and as old as 18. Many are from troubled homes, others have simply made a youthful mistake that they now must take responsibility for.

Her goal is not to chastise or to ridicule, but to educate, to offer compassion and to help in any way she can, just like she does with the young mentee who has become a major part of her life over the last two years.

Described as a “handful” when the two first got together through an official mentoring program, the middle schooler has come a long way. She is now a top-notch student, has overcome issues in her personal life and has made new friends.

“I just liked her right from the start; she’s so perky and so bright,” says McCoy, who is not shy about showing affection to the girls she works with. “I just want to transfer unconditional love to her. I want her to know that there’s nothing she can do to Mrs. McCoy that will make Mrs. McCoy not love her. I really think that makes a difference with these kids and helps them turn a corner.”

John and Jan McCoy have two children of their own, both grown and enjoying successful careers. But the couple is still working with young people today – it’s what gives them joy and fulfillment in their new lives in Sussex County.

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of the other areas they have lived in during their long marriage. Most of these differences, says the McCoy family matriarch, are for the better.

“I really like that when you go to sleep at night in Bethel, we don’t hear a sound until the morning; that’s wonderful,” she says.

“It’s peaceful and I’ve really noticed a lot of kindness. When we lived in Washington, people are very busy and they never stop and chat. But here, people want to know the stories and they want to connect. That’s really the glue that holds the community together.”

With enough maternal instinct for “a dozen women,” McCoy understands the pain many of the girls she works with are going through. But what’s in the past is in the past; now is the time to look into the future, and the future will very soon include a little person who will rely on these young ladies for everything in his or her life.

“I want them to see their babies as individuals with their own gifts,” she says. “The

best thing a mother can do is to help discover what her baby’s gifts are as an individual.”

As for Delaware’s mentoring program, it’s all about giving an hour a week of your time to help out a young person who truly needs someone special in their life.

It’s one of the best investments you can possibly make with your time, she says.

“There is nothing I do that is more worthwhile that the time I spend with her. I just tell others to do this if they want to feel great about what they did with an hour of their time each week.”

Both the Delaware Adolescent Program, Inc., and the Delaware Mentoring Council are funded, in part, by the state of Delaware.

McCoy would not give up the time she spends with either program.

“I’ve had difficult days, but it is really worth it when you can just find the simple things in life that you can focus on,” she says. “There is good in everybody and we just need to focus on that.”

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Cell phone law makes for a ‘Bluetooth’ Christmas

By Tony E. Windsor

During the Christmas shopping season in Delaware there is sure to be one priority item on many people’s gift giving list – Bluetooth. As the New Year looms, motorists in the First State are facing the need to revise how they communicate using cell phone technology.

As of Jan. 2, Delaware is implementing a comprehensive statewide restriction requiring drivers to use a hands-free device to talk while driving. The new law also prohibits text messaging, sending or reading e-mails or browsing websites while the vehicle is in motion. Delaware is the 30th state to prohibit texting while driving and the eighth state to restrict the use of cell phones while driving.

The bill allows a driver to use a headset, speakerphone or other hands-free device to talk on a cell phone while driving.

It also permits a driver to punch in a number or activate the hands-free device, but the driver must then put the phone down while talking. The goal of the new law is to take the phone out of the driver’s hand in an effort to avoid being distracted.

The new law does not impact those people whose job depends on the use of two-way communications, such as taxi cab drivers and fuel delivery personnel. A separate law (H.B. 493) was enacted which “exempts a person using a two-way communication device mounted or attached to a motor vehicle during their course of employment with a business or government entity while talking to a central dispatch, base of operation, or with other employees of such business or government entity.”

Also, emergency police and fire personnel are exempt from the cellphone law.

Bluetooth technology is becoming a very recognizable trademark term and the new Delaware law will help promote this cable-free technology as a way to keep cell

phones out of the driver’s hands.

According to Shiv Patel, the manager of the new Verizon Wireless retail store in Seaford, Bluetooth technology is continuing to be a major sale item and is only enhanced by the upcoming state hands-free cell phone law.

Patel said he has seen an increase in hands-free cell phone technology purchases and is aware that the new law is driving many holiday purchases. “I had one lady come into the store and purchase four Bluetooth products, one for each member of the family,” he said.

Like most technology, Bluetooth can be purchased at different expense levels depending on the quality. Patel said people who are just starting to use Bluetooth usually purchase the lower-priced products which are void of many of the special technology benefits that come with higher priced items.

“The high-end Bluetooth hands-free products are usually bought by people who have already owned Bluetooth products and they recognize the benefits from these more expensive products, like noise cancellation features,” he said. The noise-cancellation helps to eliminate the distracting echo that is sometimes picked up during a phone call.

Patel said in addition to the traditional Bluetooth headset earphone/microphone, there are also special products like the “visor” speakers. These hook to the sun visor inside the vehicle and allow phone calls to be taken over a compact speaker system.

“These are o.k. for people who do not mind losing their privacy,” Patel said.

“The conversation is broadcast openly inside the car and anyone inside the vehicle hears the entire conversation. These are even portable and can be taken outside the car. But, again, the conversation will be heard by everyone in the immediate area.”

According to recent statistics from the

International Telecommunications Industry, there are almost five billion people worldwide using cell phones. The phones are now being used as much for data access as actual phone calls, the agency said.

It is estimated that with the help of Bluetooth technology, web access from cell phones and lap top computers will surpass that of desk top computers within the next five years.

Given the extraordinary use of cell phones for phone calls, texting, e-mailing and even as an automated reminder service, people on the go will consider this a necessary mode of communication, even while they are driving.

PC World recently released its list of what it considers to be the best quality Bluetooth headsets based on a one- to fivestar rating. They are: Jabra Extreme (4.5-stars - $57.99$79.99) Plantronics Discovery 975 (4-stars $59.90 - $93.99) Plantronics Voyager Pro (4-stars $59.99 - up) Jabra Stone (4-stars - $43.79 - $69.99) Aliph Jawbone Icon (4-stars) Plantronics 925 (4-stars - $54.99 $137.06) Sound ID 510 (4-stars) Jabra BT530 (4-stars - $59.99) According to bestsellingbluetoothheadphones.com, along with cost, there are a number of things to consider when deciding on the type of hands-free device to purchase.

There are two main styles of Bluetooth headsets. One is the device which is held in place with a loop around the ear and the other is the “ear bud” style that is placed directly inside the opening of the ear.

In selecting a Bluetooth device it is suggested that ergonomics, ease of use and features be the primary things to look for.

Such things to consider are: • How quickly and conveniently the device can be removed from your ears • How easy the control buttons on the headset are to operate • Can the headset be worn comfortably with eyeglasses and sunglasses • Will the headset be comfortable during long phone calls?

• Battery life and how the device displays battery power • Be sure the device is compatible with your phone before purchasing • The sound quality for both sending and receiving calls • The signal range of the device • Does the device provide a good warranty, an easy to understand product manual and information on who to call with questions?

The new Delaware hands-free cell phone law enables a statewide regulation of the use of electronic communication devices while driving as opposed to regulations that may differ depending on potential local municipality regulations, such as those existing in Wilmington and Elsmere.

In sponsoring the legislation in the Delaware Senate, Sen. Karen Peterson was adamant about her belief that cell phone distraction causes driving accidents.

“Some people objected to this law saying, ‘Well, people do lots of things in the car that are distracting. They listen to the radio; they talk to passengers; they eat,’ But I’ve never almost been run over by someone eating a Big Mac, but I have been almost hit a dozen times in the past year by someone talking on a cell phone.”

For your information Though violation of the cell phone law does not carry any points on the driver’s license, a first offense will cost a civil penalty of $50. A second offense will carry a fine of $100-$200.

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Police Journal Missing person from Delmar

Delaware State Police on Friday, Dec. 3, began a missing person’s investigation concerning Whitney L. Bennett, 23, of Delmar. Police received information from family members stating they were concerned for Whitney Bennett the welfare of Bennett.

Bennett was last seen on December 3 by family members who contacted State Police on December 9.

State Police learned that Bennett was last seen by a family member on Friday, Dec. 3, but was reported to also have been seen with a friend on the 400 block of Camden Avenue in Fruitland, Md., around 7 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 4.

State Police have been in contact with the Fruitland and Salisbury Police Departments in order to assist in checking possible locations that Bennett is known to frequent.

State Police is seeking the public’s help in locating or providing information as to the location of Whitney L. Bennett. Callers may remain anonymous. Tips may also

Gas Lines

Gas prices, like crude oil, continued their upward trend last week, rising to 2010 highs in most areas of the country. This is an unusual occurrence, where things are inverted.

Typically, after Labor Day and especially well into November and December, pump prices usually drop with the temperatures, as consumer demand reaches a low point for the year.

Crude Oil Prices Crude oil continued its charge to the $90 a barrel mark last week, cracking through on Tuesday, Dec. 7, to reach a 26-month intraday high of $90.76 a barrel. Although prices retreated shortly thereafter and never quite rallied enough

be forwarded to law enforcement through tip lines maintained by Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-333 3 or on line at www.tipsubmit.com.

Police search for three suspects

Delaware State Police investigated a prescription medication robbery at a residence in the 10000 block of Brickyard Road, Seaford, on Dec. 9.

Police learned that the 50-year-old victim heard a loud bang at his front door around 9:33 p.m. When the victim opened the door, he observed Michael A. Tinley Jr., 22, of Seaford standing in the doorway. The victim was familiar with Tinley so he allowed him to enter.

As Tinley entered the residence, Justin A. Dorey, 24, of Millsboro and Keven Gravenor, 22, of Selbyville, immediately pushed their way into the residence. Once inside, Gravenor is alleged to have offered to sell the victim “pills” (unknown type). The victim declined Gravenor’s offer to purchase pills advising him he had his own prescription medication for his condition and when he walked away Dorey is alleged to have punched the victim in the face and to have taken his medication.

After taking the victim’s medication, Dorey, Tinley and Gravenor fled the residence.

Police obtained arrest warrants for to cross over the $90 a barrel mark again, settling at $87.79 Friday, down from last Friday’s close of $89.19.

A look ahead “Could steep prices at the pump put a crimp in holiday travel plans? Although they did so before the recent surge in pump prices and they will likely keep their holiday itinerary simply by tweaking their budgets,” said Jana L. Tidwell, AAA Mid-Atlantic spokesperson.

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Dorey for second degree robbery, second degree conspiracy and offensive touching. Tinley and Gravenor are wanted for second degree robbery and second degree conspiracy. Tinley is also an absconder from a Sussex Correctional Institute work release and is wanted by the Department of Corrections. Delaware State Police is searching for Dorey, Tinley and Gravenor and seek the public’s help in locating them. Anyone with information pertaining to this case is asked to call investigators at 302-337-1091, ext. 0 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333.

Beware of scam artists!

Delaware State Police is providing a scam alert advisory.

Delaware State Police recently had a citizen contact them concerning a letter they received in the mail. This letter told the recipient that they were a Mega Lottery winner in the UK for $250,000. The recipient in this case was sent a cashier’s check in the amount of $3,980 to pay for taxes which covered $2,995 in government taxes.

Delaware State Police called the number on the notification letter and spoke with a person possibly of Middle Eastern descent who advised the recipient was automatically entered if they had made a purchase from a Home Depot or Walmart within the last two years. Obviously many

of us have been to one or both of these establishments within a two-year period.

Tips to remember and red flags: 1. Have you entered any recent contests?

2. Is the letter from out of the country?

3. Does the letter have no return address listed?

4. Does the letter ask you to call before depositing a check?

5. Multiple addresses listed on the envelope, letter and check.

6. If you are sent a check you can take it to your bank to have it verified.

7. You can simply destroy it.

8. Never give out your personal information over the phone.

9. Remember “If it’s too good to be true...”

The letter the recipient received was inside a plain white office envelope with a Canadian stamp. The letter inside had a London, UK address for the main office and the cashier’s check was made out to a non-existent bank in Oklahoma City, Okla. All of these differences should be a red alert that someone is attempting to defraud you of your hard earned money.

Many of these scams are difficult to investigate. They also will target persons of all age groups. Delaware State Police ask citizens to remember the tips previously mentioned in order to not become a victim of one of these scam artists.

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MORNING STAR • december 16 - 22, 2010

Lion’s Club charity in 70th year operating in Seaford

By Tony E. Windsor

Seventy years ago, the Seaford Lions Club decided that it would be beneficial for the local community to have a central support for charitable giving during the Christmas season. This resulted in the birth of one of the area’s oldest and most familiar charities, the Seaford-Blades Associated Charities (SBAC).

The goal of SBAC from the start was to assure that families in need during the holidays would receive help, void of a duplication of services, which helped allow even more families to be served.

Immediately after announcing the formation of the SBAC, civic groups and churches in the Seaford area began volunteering to help raise money and goods for the charity effort.

One of the churches supporting the project from the start, Gethsemane United Methodist Church, continues to be a major supporter today. In the early days of SBAC Gethsemane church member Elizabeth Murphy took a lead volunteer role in helping to coordinate the Christmas charity project.

Helping Murphy sort and pack the many items donated to the charity was her daughter, Virginia (Ginny). In 1960, Ginny took over for her mother and has been the driving force behind the coordination of Seaford-Blades Associated Charities.

Today, Short’s daughter, Susan Hastings has stepped up to help keep the charity effort a family affair.

Now in her 50th year with SBAC, Ginny Short speaks proudly about how she feels the charity has helped thousands of local people over the years. Though she is proud of the SBAC, she is adamant about staying in the background and not being singled out for recognition of her work. “This is a true community effort,” she said. “Many people and groups come together to make this happen.

In particular, Short makes the point that when it comes to promoting the community charity effort, there is one organization that she wants to see given the majority of credit. “I want the Seaford Lion’s Club to get all the credit because this organization started the charity and they have been a major support from day one. They saw a need and did something about it. They deserve a lot of credit for how involved they have been over the years.”

This year over 110 families and over 370 individuals in the greater Seaford area will be receiving Christmas packages, including food, clothing and toys through SBAC. Area schools, churches, civic groups and individuals have donated canned goods, clothing and new toys to be given to families who are struggling to have an adequate holiday.

Volunteers have been gathering at the Seaford DuPont Union Hall in Seaford to help sort through the many donations and prepare to have them packaged for delivery a few days before Christmas. Short says there is a lot to do to get Christmas packages ready. “We have to go through

Senior Center names new director

The Nanticoke Senior Center is continuing its move forward with new leadership. Assistant Director Barbara Elliott was promoted to executive director on Nov. 18.

“Barb brings 12 years of experience, exceptional organizational skills, unending energy and a heart full of love for our seniors,” said Nanticoke Senior Elliott Center Board President Lora Schuler.

Elliot replaces longtime director Sue Franckowiak. Her promotion comes as the Nanticoke Senior Center continues to raise the funds needed to revitalize the former Seaford Golf & Country Club in order to create a new center.

With the help of donations from local individuals, businesses and the Longwood and Welfare Foundations, the Center has raised $814,800, or 55 percent of the amount needed. Some $640,000 is needed to complete the renovations.

“I’m excited to be involved as a director at such an important period. We’re all thrilled about the move to our new home and the fact that it could easily double our membership,” Elliott said.

Barbara and her husband, Bob have lived in Seaford for over 30 years. They have four daughters and five grandchildren.

To learn more about the Nanticoke Senior Center or the Generations Campaign, call 629-4939.

all canned good donations to make sure that none of the products have expired shelf-life dates. “We go through all the canned goods and if there is an expired date, it goes out,” she said. “We lose a lot of canned good because the shelf-life date has expired. It can be helpful if when donating canned good people check the shelf-life date to make sure it is still good through the holidays,” she said.

Short said over the years some of the dynamics of the charity program have changed, but the one thing that has remained consistent is the giving spirit of people. “I am always amazed at the generosity of people who send up financial contributions,” he said. “Even though this has been a very tough time economically, people are still giving generously.”

Even though the area has seen a dramatic increase in charitable organizations over the past 70 years, SBAC still enjoys great success in garnering contributions from local supporters. “I had one man tell me he always gives to SBAC because he knows the money will be used to benefit families in the Seaford area. I think that is why we have been able to maintain some donors who have been with us since the earliest days of the program,” Short said.

Along with the Laurel Lions Club and Gethsemane Church, many organizations take part in collecting and donating support to Seaford-Blades Associated Charities. Seaford Soroptimist International and the Seaford and Blades volunteer fire departments have been long time supporters.

In 1988, local chiropractor, Dr. Michael Triglia, chose SBAC to be the Christmas season charity of choice for his office at the Chiropractic and Isorobic Life Improvement Center. Over the last 22 years, Triglia’s office has collected new toys from patients and from within the community which are stored under a Christmas tree at his office on U.S. 13, Seaford.

In recent years organizations like the Western Sussex Boys & Girls Club have worked with schools in the Seaford School District to hold canned food drives. The Boys & Girls Club staff and members collect the food from the schools and deliver it to SBAC volunteers for packing. Burton Brothers Hardware on High Street and Seaford Curves located in the Seaford Village Shopping Center have been traditional drop off sites for contributions as well.

Short says those families receiving charity support from SBAC at Christmas will receive chicken, scrapple, bread and canned vegetables. Those with children will also receive toys. “Years ago we would collect used toys and the local National Guard would paint bikes and toys and repair the toys for us to give to children at Christmas,” Short said. “But, over the years toys have been built less sturdy and can’t be repaired. So, we make sure that we deliver new toys to children.”

Anyone interested in making a monetary donation can mail it to SBAC, 723 Washington Ave., Seaford, DE 19973. For more information about the charity call Short at 629-8344.

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The Look-In Glass Shoppe at Nanticoke Memorial Hospital will raffle an iPad just in time for the holiday season. Tickets are on sale for a 16GB Wi-Fi Apple iPad with case and adapter, retailed at $540.

Tickets are available for sale at The LookIn Glass Shoppe (located at Nanticoke Memorial Hospital) through Dec. 17 and cost $5 each or five for $20. The drawing will be held at noon on Dec. 17. For more information, call 629-6611, ext. 4955.

Eat pancakes, help the library

The friends group of the Bridgeville Public Library is raising money through area IHOP restaurants. Patrons can eat at IHOP in Seaford, Rehoboth Beach, Salisbury, Md. and Dover and then take their receipts and restaurant comment cards to the library or to Bridgeville Town Hall.

The library will receive a payment from IHOP for every receipt and card that is collected. For details, call Pat McDonald, 337-7192.

Eat at IHOP to help the library

Enjoy a meal any time at the IHOP restaurant in Seaford and support the Greenwood Library. Simply fill out a comment card after eating and give it to the cashier as you pay. You will be given a special receipt which you then take to the Greenwood Library on your next visit.

Train exhibit at Seaford Museum

A spectacular train exhibit is on display through January 8 in the Webb Room at

the Seaford Museum. The museum is open Thursdays through Sundays from 1 to 4 p.m. except Christmas and New Year’s Day. Admission is free for children under 12 years of age but children must be accompanied by an adult. For adults, the charge is $3 per person. For more information, call the Seaford Historical Society office at 628-9828.

Community food drive

Mayor Edward H. Butler Jr. announces a community food drive to serve the Food Closet at St. John’s United Methodist Church. Individuals in need are referred to the Food Closet through several local agencies. Boxes will be placed at City Hall for collection of non-perishable food items.

Contents of the boxes will be taken to the Food Closet. The boxes will be available for donations until Friday, Dec. 17, at which time the contents will be divided evenly among local charities.

For more information, contact Trisha Newcomer at 629-9173.

Annual free magic show

The Nanticoke Rotary Club is again hosting their annual magic show on Friday, Dec. 17, at 7 p.m. Come out and enjoy the show at the Central Elementary School auditorium. It’s great fun for everyone. Nanticoke Rotary would like to thank the community for their continued support of this and other Rotary projects.

Seaford Library

• There is a Pre-K and Kindergarten “Story Time” at the Seaford Library and Cultural Center on Thursday, Dec. 16 and Thursday, Jan. 6, 2011, at 10:30 a.m. For more information, call 629-2524 or visit www.seaford.lib.de.us.

• The Science and Religion Book discussion will meet at the Seaford Library and Cultural Center on Monday, Dec. 20, at 6 p.m. For more information, call 6292524 or visit www.seaford.lib.de.us.

• The Seaford Library and Cultural Center will have a Magic Cards Club meeting for teens who like to play Magic Cards on Tuesday, Dec. 21 and Tuesday,

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• The Seaford Library and Cultural Center will have Family Fun Night on Wednesday, Dec. 22 at 4 p.m. For more information, call 629-2524 or visit www. seaford.lib.de.us.

• There will be no “Baby Bookworms” on Tuesday, Dec. 28.

• Need help building a resume and job hunting using the Internet? Come to the Nason Computer Room in the Seaford Library and Cultural Center every Thursday evening from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m.

• The Seaford Library and Cultural Center will be closed Friday, Dec. 24 and Saturday, Dec. 25 for the Christmas holiday. We will reopen for our regular business hours on Monday, Dec. 27, at 9 a.m.

• There will be a Seaford Library and Cultural Center Board meeting on Tuesday, Dec. 28, at 6 p.m.

• The Seaford Library and Cultural Center will have “Baby Bookworms” on Tuesday, Jan. 4, at 10:30 a.m. This program introduces infants through 36 months old to the world of nursery rhymes and books. For more information, call 6292524 or visit www.seaford.lib.de.us.

SESA collects shirts

The Seaford Educational Secretarial Association is collecting collared shirts to

be distributed to needy students throughout the Seaford School District.

Community members may drop off gently used and new collared shirts in all sizes to the Seaford School District Office, 390 N. Market St., Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., through Wednesday, Dec. 22. Thank you for your generosity this holiday season.

Seaford Santa House

The Seaford Kiwanis Club, in partnership with Hiram Lodge #21 of Seaford, is providing area children with the opportunity to visit Santa. Santa’s House is located in the Lowe’s Shopping Center between IHOP and Little Caesar’s Pizza.

Santa’s schedule will be: Friday and Saturday, Dec. 17-18, 5 to 7 p.m.; Sunday, Dec. 19, 4 to 6 p.m.; Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, Dec. 20-23, 5 to 7 p.m.

Holiday Decorating Contest

Mayor Butler has announced a Holiday Decorating Contest in the City of Seaford for residents. Prizes include $100 for first place, $75 for second place and $50 for third place.

To participate, register by downloading a registration form online at www. ­seafordde.com or pick up a registration

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form at City Hall, 414 High Street. There is no fee to participate but registration forms should be returned by noon on Friday, Dec. 17 so the judges know the locations of the decorated homes.

The contest ends on Dec. 19 and judging will be held on Dec. 20, with awards being presented at the regular council meeting on Jan. 11, 2011. For more information, contact Trisha Newcomer at 629-9173.

corner of Seaford (Rt. 13A) and Bethel Road in Laurel. For further information, please call 875-5415.

Come Walk with Us!

The Laurel Public Library invites people of all ages to “Come Walk with Us!” on Tuesdays from 3:30 to 4 p.m. Walks begin and end at the library, and participants are invited to join us for a refreshing beverage when we’re done. For more information, call the library at 875-3184 or visit www.laurel.lib.de.us.

Epworth hosts Christmas Season

LHS Class of ‘85 reunion

Laurel Senior High School Class of 1985 will hold a reunion at 6 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 22, at the Georgia House in Laurel.

Cost is $35 per person. For more information, contact Jay Hastings at 875-9214 or jhwestwindfarms@gmail.com.

Christmas Craft Shop for Kids

There will be a Christmas Craft Shop for Kids on Saturday, Dec. 18, from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. at Christ the Cornerstone Community Church, with special shopping at Christmas House for children 12 and under.

They can shop and wrap or join in the craft workshop to make gifts for family and friends. The church is located on the

Join Epworth Christian School in experiencing “The Most Wonderful Time of the Year,” on Tuesday, Dec. 21, from 6:45 - 8:30 p.m. Enjoy cookies, hot chocolate, and a walk through the Christmas Season.

Guided tours will run from 6:45 to 8:30 p.m.

Epworth Christian School is located at 14545 Sycamore Road in Laurel. Call 8757995 for more information.

Homeschool Book Clubs

The Laurel Public Library monthly book clubs are designed especially for homeschoolers. Children must be at least 5-years-old to participate. Each club meets once a month on Wednesdays at 1 p.m.

For details, call Becky Norton at 875-3184 or email rebecca.norton@lib.de.us.

LHS Class of 75 reunion

Laurel High School class of 1975 is planning their 35th class reunion and vol-

unteers are needed.

For more information, call Melinda Rogers Tingle, 875-0355; Debbie Calloway, 875-4160; or Denise Elliott Cugler, 245-5631.

forms, books, photos, patches, and hear your stories about your adventures with scouting. Contact Cub Master, Clifford Alpert at 228-2390.

Annual Christmas Dance

You can now donate to purchase or maintain planters that change with the seasons.

You can also donate for seasonal plantings or toward maintaining a planter in general. For more information, contact Barbara Wise at 875-5537. Contributions of any amount can be made to Laurel Pride in Bloom, c/o The Bank of Delmarva, 200 E. Market St., Laurel, DE 19956.

Laurel Pride in bloom

The Laurel Cotillion is having their annual Christmas Dance at 7 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 18, at the American Legion Hall in Laurel.

The dance is formal - cocktail or long dresses for the ladies and tuxedos or dark suit and tie for the men. The dance is free to prospective members. Hors d’oeuvres will be provided and a cash bar is available. Music by the Velvetones. Come dance with us.

For more details, call Richard Sames at 422-9033 or Ed Gordon at 875-4321.

Santa House in Laurel Park

The Santa House in Laurel Park (on Route 24 and 13A by the Gazebo) will be open the following dates during the holidays: .• Friday, Dec. 17 - 6 to 8 p.m.

• Saturday, Dec. 18 - 10 a.m.-noon, 6-8 p.m.

The Santa House is hosted by Oddfellows, Charity Lodge #27 of Laurel. There is no cost to visit Santa.

CHEER Christmas Party

The Greenwood CHEER Activity Center will have a Christmas Party on Thursday, Dec. 23, at 10 a.m. There will be joyful Christmas music by Everett Snyder & Friend. Light refreshments will be served.

A basket raffle and christmas card exchange will take place. Lunch will be served at noon for a donation of $3 per person over 60 years of age. Seniors age 55+ are invited to attend.

For more information, call Susan Welch at 349-5237.

Cub scouts seeking memorabilia

This year (2010) is the 100th anniversary of scouting. Cub Scout Pack 90 is looking for former scouts interested in joining them for an upcoming show and tell.

They would love to see your scout uni-

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Christmas Gift Auction

The Greenwood CHEER Activity Center will have a Christmas Gift Auction on Thursday, Dec. 23, at 10 a.m.

The items auctioned are new or in good condition to give as a gift. Lunch will be served at noon for a donation of $3 per person over 60 years of age. For more information or to donate gift items, call Susan Welch at 302-349-5237.

Wellness Wednesday

Do you want to better understand your illness and treatment options and make informed decisions about your health care?

Would you like to be assured that the health information you are finding on the Internet is reliable?

Every third Wednesday of the month, from 2 to 4 p.m., Consumer Health Librarian for Sussex County, Linda Leonard, will be available at the Greenwood Library to help patrons locate current information and resources about health-related topics.

This service is free and open to all. For more information, contact Robin Miller at 349-5309.

New Year’s Celebration

The Greenwood CHEER Activity Center is having a New Years Celebration on Thursday, Dec. 30, from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. There will be musical entertainment

by Leighton-Taylor, light refreshments, games and lunch at noon. Seniors age 55+ are invited to attend. For more information, contact Susan Welch at 302-3495237.

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Home Decorating Contest Cup of Coffee with Dave

State Representative Dave Wilson (R-Cedar Creek Hundred) reminds constituents that he is available for coffee and conversation each month in Bridgeville.

The informal monthly meeting – known as a “Cup of Coffee with Dave” – gives constituents a chance to ask Rep. Wilson a question or share with him a concern they may have about the district or state government, while being treated to a free cup of coffee.

The monthly coffee meetings are held on the second Wednesday of each month at Jimmy’s Grille in Bridgeville from 7:30 to 8:30 a.m.

The next quarterly meeting will be on Jan. 10, 2011.

Bridgeville Library

• Story time - Tuesdays 11 a.m.- 2 to 4-year-olds; Thursday 11 a.m. - 4 to 6-year-olds; Lap Sit on Wednesdays at 10 a.m. for ages 3 months to 2 years • Family Nights - Third Tuesday of each month, 6:30–8 p.m.; Dec. 21 - Holiday Extravaganza • Genealogy Discussion Group - Our Genealogy Discussion Group meets on the third Wednesday of each month at 10:30 a.m.

Caroling in the Park

December 16th at 7:00 p.m. at the Laurel’s Market Square Park

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The Kiwanis Club of Bridgeville is sponsoring the Christmas Home Decorating Contest in the Bridgeville community.

This contest has been held since World War II. Homes will be judged between Christmas and New Years Day. Prizes will be awarded.

Needlepoint Guild

The Delaware Seashore Chapter of the American Needlepoint Guild meets on the first Monday of each month from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Cheer Community Center in Georgetown. For details, call Linda at 644-1523.

Sussex County Marines

Model Railroad Club opens doors

The DelMarVa Model Railroad Club is holding its 25h anniversary holiday train show, open house and sale at their 103 East State St., Delmar location on the 2nd floor of the Camelot Hall.

There are over 6000 feet of tracks and 10 train layouts in N scale to G scale, including rare pre- and post-war tinplate trains, as well as drawings, games and gifts for kids, food, and hundreds of model railroad items for sale.

This is a free event for the public. It will be open Jan. 8 and 9, and Jan. 15 and 16. For more information, call 536-1418, email scalelike_ind@comcast.net or visit www.delmarvamodelrailroadclub.org.

Marine Corps League Detachment #780, Devil Dog Detachment, meets the first Thursday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at American Legion Post #6, “the log cabin,” in Seaford.

Seaford Widowed Persons meet

The Seaford Chapter of the Widowed Persons Service will have its next meeting on Tuesday, Dec. 21, at 12:15 p.m. at the Georgia House in Laurel. A special Christmas program will be presented. All widowed persons of all ages are invited to attend. Please come join us – we all enjoy the trips, lunches, dinners, etc. that we do. Please remember to bring toys and/or canned goods for Associated Charities.

USPS

United States Power Squadron (USPS) meets at the Nanticoke River Yacht Club on the third Thursday of each month at 7

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p.m. For more information, contact C.M. Kohlenberg at 629-0687 or Rob Hutton at 628-0312.

Laurel Cub Scouts

Laurel Cub Scout Pack 90 holds their weekly meetings at 6:30 every Monday night, in the basement at Centenary UMC in Laurel. The Cub Scout program is designed for boys from 1st grade through 5th grade.

Annual Christmas Party

The Western Sussex Chapter (1992) of the National Active and Retired Federal Employees Association (NARFE) will hold their Annual Christmas Party on Monday, Dec. 20, at noon, with lunch at Pizza King Restaurant on Stein Highway in Seaford. For more information, contact Betty Graebner, at 875-7287.

Santa’s House

Santa’s House will be open Saturday and Sunday through Dec. 19, 5 to 8 p.m.

Admission is free; pictures with Mr. and Mrs. Claus cost $10.

The house is located at 14034 Wilson Hill Rd., Georgetown. To send information about families that could benefit from donations of toys and clothes, e-mail saintnicksmail@comcast.net.

Luminaries in Vienna

Celebrate the holiday season in Vienna, Md., on Saturday, Dec. 18, as the town lines its streets with 1,500 luminaries for the 30th year.

MORNING STAR • DECEMBER 16 - 22, 2010 From 5 to 8 p.m. ride the tram, visit Santa, enjoy entertainment at the churches, find treats and the button factory at the Vienna Heritage Museum. The only cost is the tour of five historic homes for $5.

Tickets are available at the Vienna Heritage Museum on Race Street. The event is sponsored by Vienna Heritage Foundation and Chicone Ruritans. For more information, call 410-376-3413.

Genealogical Society meeting

On Saturday, Dec. 18, the Sussex County Genealogical Society will meet at 10:30 a.m., at the Rehoboth Public Library.

If you are interested in family history, come join us as we celebrate the holidays with good refreshments and a round-table discussion by members about their research - successes, brick walls, interesting stories and ideas on how to find those tough answers.

The Society will begin 2011 on Jan. 15 at 10:30 a.m., at the Rehoboth Beach Public Library. Guest speaker will be Helen Underwood, author of Under Cedar Shades who will speak on the research involved with her book. Under Cedar Shades spans five generations of American women of mixed heritage and their families as their struggle to endure displacement, color discrimination, famine, war and exploitation in 19th century America.

For more information, visit www.scgsdelaware.org or call 301-875-5418. Meetings are open to anyone interested in finding out how to research their ancestors.

PEACHTREE ACRES CHRISTMAS PARTY - The Peachtree Acres brain trauma residential treatment facility in Harbeson recently held its annual Christmas party for family and friends. Among the events held during the party was a play performed by the Peachtree residents for family and friends. The play was written and directed

by Peachtree Acres resident Jody Cassese with advisement from Peachtree Acres Activities Director Andrew Burdan of Seaford.

Pictured above are play cast members (from left): Ted Demusz, Kim Armstrong, Jody Cassese, Robin Cahall, Beverly Timmons and Albert Coates. At right, Peachtree Acres resident Eddie Monsen sings the “Christmas Song,” with featured entertainer Cathy Gorman. Photos by Tony Windsor.

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Christmas Eve Services:

4 pm Children’s Service 8 & 11 pm Candlelight Communion Service

Gethsemane Church is located west of Seaford on Stein Highway at the MD/DE line.

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Church Bulletins Advent and Christmas worship

Union United Methodist Church in Bridgeville will hold the following Advent and Christmas worship opportunities.

Dec. 19 - Choir Cantata, 7 p.m.

Dec. 24 - Silent Holy Communion, 6 p.m.; Christmas Eve worship, 7 p.m.

For more information, call 337-7409.

Christmas House fundraiser

The Christmas House Fundraiser at Christ the Cornerstone Community Church in Laurel, will be open through Saturday, Dec. 18.

Hours are Thursday and Friday, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

There are designer wreaths plus many new items for the season.

send a request to StLukesEpis@comcast. net. St. Luke’s services are Sunday, Holy Eucharist at 9 a.m., and Thursday evenings, Holy Eucharist and Healing at 6 p.m.

Father Daughter Dance

Mt. Olivet UMC Father Daughter Dance tickets are available.

The dance will be held Friday, Jan. 28, from 7 to 9:30 p.m., at the Seaford Volunteer Fire Dept.

For tickets, which are $7.50 each, contact David and Becky Genshaw at 629-9014.

Weekly Bible Study

Trinity UMC near Trap Pond in Laurel will be having Recreational Night (Rec night) every Tuesday when school is in session.

These events will start at 6:30 p.m. and end at 8.

A weekly Bible study is being held every Wednesday night from 7:15-8:15 p.m. at the Days Inn, Rt. 13 South, Seaford (next to KFC).

Family oriented Bible lessons for all ages.

Sunday worship service is at 12 noon.

Elder Cornell Johnson, of Jesus The Christ Apostolic Ministries, is pastor.

Call 628-0349 or 302-344-9672 for more information.

St. Luke’s Church news

Bible Study

Recreational Night at Trinity UMC

St. Luke’s Episcopal Church offers its newsletter online and also via email.

“Luke’s Letter” is published quarterly and will be available online at www.stlukesseaford.org.

You can also join the email list if you

St. Luke’s Episcopal Church in Seaford is conducting a Bible Study every Tuesday morning from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. in the Parish House.

The Brotherhood of St. Andrew

The Brotherhood of St. Andrew of St. Luke’s Episcopal Church in Seaford meets every Wednesday at 7 p.m. in the Parish House.

They are also studying the booklet, The Story of Scripture.

For more information, call St. Luke’s church office at 629-7979.

Free weekly soup social

A free weekly soup social is held every Tuesday at 5:30 p.m. at Christ United Methodist Church, 510 S. Central Ave., Laurel. All are welcome.

For more information, call the church office daily, 9 a.m. to noon, at 875-4233.

Christmas Cantata

The Atlanta Road Alliance Church choir and children’s ensemble, under the direction of Richard Trice, will present “Noel: A Musical Collection of Christmas Moments,” on Friday, Dec. 17, at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, Dec. 19, at 7 p.m.

Included is a medley of favorite seasonal songs, a breathtaking arrangement of “O Holy Night,” and “The Last Noel,” a powerful new song that uniquely captures the spiritual message of Christmas.

The program is free.

The Atlanta Road Alliance Church is located at 22625 Atlanta Rd., Seaford.

For more information, call 629-5600 or visit www.atlantaroadcma.org.

Laurel Baptist presents concert

Laurel Baptist Church will be presenting a Christmas concert, “Hark, The Herald Angel,” on Sunday evening, Dec. 19, at 6 p.m.

A Christmas Eve Candlelight Service will be held at Laurel Baptist Church beginning at 8 p.m. Come and worship on this very special night.

The church is located at 33056 BiState Blvd. (west side of Rt. 13A, approx.

2 miles south of town).

Any questions, call Shirley at 8752314.

Musical celebration, communion

Seaford Presbyterian Church will hold a musical celebration, “Let there be light!” on Sunday, Dec. 19 at 10 a.m.

They will hold a Christmas Eve Candelight and Communion on Dec. 24 at 5 p.m.

The church is located at 701 Bridgeville Highway. For more information, call 629-9077.

Christmas at St. Luke’s

St. Luke’s Episcopal Church in Seaford invites everyone to join us for The Christ Mass on Friday, Dec. 24 at 6 p.m.

The Christmas Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols will be held at 9 a.m. on Sunday, Dec. 26.

The Rev. Jeanne Kirby-Coladonato is the Rector.

DIRECTORY: Your Guide To Local Houses of Worship Sunday Family Worship 8:30 & 11:00 a.m.

94 Walnut Street, Laurel, DE (across from GameZone) 302-875-7873 www.laurelnazarene.org

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CHURCH OF CHRIST

1010 S. Central Ave., Laurel Ph: 875-7748 Minister: Ian J. Drucker Worship Services: Sunday 10 a.m. 6:00 p.m.

Bible Study: Sun. 9:00 a.m.; Wed. 7:00 p.m.

In The Interest Of New Testament Christianity

St. Philip’s Episcopal Church 600 S. Central Ave., Laurel, DE 19956

(302) 875-3644

The Rev. Dr. Howard G. Backus, Rector www.dioceseofdelaware.net/churches/stphlps.html Holy Eucharist with Healing Sunday ~ 8:30 & 10:30 am Church School ~ 9:30 am

Centenary UMC

www.laurelcentenaryumc.org

875-3983

200 W. Market Street, Laurel, Del. Contemporary Worship, 8:45 a.m.

Traditional Worship, 11:00 a.m.

Sunday School, for ALL Ages, 9:45 a.m.

Wednesdays: Bible Study 1 p.m.; & Youth Ministry 6:45 p.m.

Stein Highway Church of God

425 E. Stein Highway, at Market Street Seaford, DE 19973 Lighted Pathway Pre-School, Infant to age 6

Mrs. Casey Davis, Director Worship: Sunday 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Wednesday: Bible Study & Youth Service 7:00 p.m.

E-mail: SteinHwyCOG.gmail.com Web page: www.steinhwychurchofgod.com Facebook: Stein Highway Church of God Pastor Robert W. Clagg • Church 302-629-8583

Christ Evangelistic Church Great Worship - Talented Singers Loving People - Powerful Preaching

Youth Group Wednesday 7:00 pm

Worship 10:45 a.m. • Sun. School 9:45 a.m.

Wed. Night 7:00 p.m. • Sun. Night 7:00 p.m.

Located on Camp Road between the Dual & Alt. 13 For info call: 629-3674 or 875-2915 Sr. Pastor Roland Tice

Seaford

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SCHEDULE OF SERVICES

Sunday School 9:30 a.m.

Morning Worship 10:30 (Nursery & Jr. Church)

Evening Worship 6:00 p.m.

Wed. Night Service 7:00 p.m.

Know, Grow, Show & Go in our Walk with Jesus Christ

Centrally located at

14511 Sycamore Rd., Laurel, DE 19956 Sunday School - 9 a.m.; Worship Service - 10:30 a.m.

FasTrak Children’s Ministry - 10:30 a.m.; E318 Youth - 6 p.m.

Wednesday Midweek Services - 7 p.m.

For info, call 875.7995 or visit www.centralworshipcenter.org Pastor Timothy Dukes, Senior Pastor Pastor John Lanzone, Youth/Family Pastor

St. Paul’s United Methodist Church Road 68, South of Laurel Laurel, Del.

Sun. School 10 a.m. • Worship 9 & 11 a.m.

Wed. Night Bible Study 7 p.m.

Hymn Sing: Last Sunday Each Month - 7 p.m.

Delmar Wesleyan Church www.StPaulsUMCLaurelDE.org

Pastor - Donald Murray - 856-6107

800 East Street Delmar, MD 21875 “The Church That Cares” 410-896-3600 Pastor James C. Hitch

Sunday: Sunday School 10 M Worship 11 AM & 6 PM

Wednesday: Bible Study 7 PM

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Obituaries Jeffrey Wayne Allen, 64

Jeffrey Wayne Allen of Seaford, died Sunday, Dec. 5, 2010, at Delaware Hospice Center, Milford. Born in Salisbury, Md., the son of the late Hazel Tull Mayer and David F. Mayer, he was a self-employed roofing contractor. He was a member of Nanticoke Post 6 American Legion, a member and past governor of Seaford Moose Lodge 1728 and an Army veteran.

He attended Christ Evangelistic Church.

Jeff is survived by a son, David M. Allen and wife Loleda of Seaford; his companion, Iris J. Wingate of Seaford; a daughter, Mindy L. Kellam of Laurel; two brothers, Greg L. Mayer and wife Joanna and Steven D. Mayer and wife Michelle of Seaford; and grandchildren, Dylan M. Allen, David J. Allen and Jaylyn T. Calloway.

Services were held on Friday, Dec. 10, at Christ Evangelistic Church, Laurel. The Rev. Roland E. Tice officiated. Burial was in Delaware Veterans Memorial Cemetery, Millsboro. Arrangements are in the care of Watson-Yates Funeral Home, Seaford.

Marissa Anne Gallaway, 3 months

The life of Marissa Anne Gallaway, Sept. 2, 2010 to Dec. 5, 2010, is celebrated by her parents, Heather and Jason Gallaway; her sister, Aundonia Nason; grandparents, Brenda and Jay Anthony; uncle, Josh Lineweaver; aunt, Anne Green; cousin, Abigail; great-grandfather; Arthur Wilkerson; many dear friends; and the staff of Seaford School District. We honor her gift of life; her strong, beautiful heart and healthy liver will live on in other children. Fly with angels, Baby Blue. We love you! Services were held on Saturday, Dec. 11, at Cranston Funeral Home, Seaford. Burial was in Odd Fellows Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations be made to help with funeral expenses to Cranston Funeral Home, 300 N. Shipley St., Seaford; or the Gift of Life, 402 N. 3rd St., Philadelphia, PA 19123-4101.

Warren Edward Hall, 72

Warren Edward Hall of Seaford, and formerly of Laurel, Md., died Wednesday, Dec. 8, 2010, at his residence.

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Seaford Seventh-day Adventist Church

26295 Sussex Highway (south on 13), Seaford, DE

Saturday Services Sabbath School 9:30 a.m.

Worship Service 11:00 a.m.

Pastor - O. Kenneth Scheller 302-875-0140

All are welcome to worship here every Sabbath.

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rity Agency in Washinton, D.C. He was a member of Our Lady of Lourdes Roman Catholic Church in Seaford, Loyal Order of Moose Lodge 1728, Elks Lodge 2458, Sons of AMVETS 1694 in Seaford, and the Sons of American Legion Post 226, Riva, Md. Warren is survived by his wife, Elizabeth “Beth” Parrish Hall; a son, Mark A. Hall of Baltimore, Md.; 2 daughters, Marsha Vice of Manassas, Va. and Maureen L. Hatfield of Pasadena, Md.; 2 brothers, Charles “Buck” Hall of Pasadena, Md. and Kenneth Hall of Mitchellville, Md.; 4 grandchildren; and 4 great-grandchildren.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his first wife, Dorothy Mack Hall. Services were held Tuesday, Dec. 14, at Our Lady of Lourdes Church, Stein Highway, Seaford. Burial was Wednesday, Dec. 15, in Meadowridge Cemetery, Elkridge, Md.

Goldie Ellen Wilson Huggins, 86

Goldie Ellen Wilson Huggins, passed on to a better life on Monday, Dec. 6, 2010, in Queen Creek, Ariz., due to complications from Alzheimer’s disease. She was born on April 22, 1924, to the late Floyd and Susie Wilson in Marion County, W.V. Goldie and her husband Don lived in Seaford for over 30 years before moving to Arizona in 1997. She was an avid golfer and loved reading and crossword puzzles.

Goldie was a member of the Acorn Club and worked on the Seaford Telephone Directory for many years. She was also a member of the Seaford Golf and Country Club where she and Don played many rounds of golf. She was a member of the Laurel Church of Christ. She is predeceased by her husband of 51 years, Don Huggins and brother, Irvin Wilson.

Surviving are her brother, Rex Wilson of Phoenix, Ariz.; sister, Helen Schulz of Windsor, Colo.; son, Roger Huggins (Joan) of Narberth, Pa.; daughter, Karen Brittingham (Fred) of Queen Creek; four grandchildren, Kelley Eckert (Beau), Scott Brittingham (Vanessa), Jonathan and Alison Huggins; and 7 great-grandchildren.

A memorial was held on Dec. 9, in Chandler, Ariz.

Contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, 1028 E. McDowell Rd., Phoenix, AZ 85006, or online at www.alz.org.

WEDNESDAY SUNDAY Sunday School......9:45 a.m. Prayer & Praise 7:00 p.m.

Worship...............11:00 a.m. Patch Club (kids) 7:00 p.m.

Eve. Worship........7:00 p.m. Youth Group 6:00-8 p.m.

SEAFORD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY PRE-SCHOOL - 12TH GRADE - Office 629-7161 Quality Traditional Education Since 1973 Fully Accredited By Middle States in ACSI

GRACE BAPTIST CHURCH A Cooperative S.B.C. Church 805 Atlanta Rd., Seaford, DE

302-629-8434 • www.graceseaford.org Sunday School 9:30 am Worship 10:45 am & 6:30 pm Children’s Church 10:45 am SPANISH Worship 10:45 am Wednesday Activities 7 pm Pastor: Homer McKeithan Music: Jim Burket “The Cross Is Grounded In Grace”

Messiah’s Vineyard Church Located at Tyndall’s Furniture Plaza on Discountland Rd & Rt. 13, Laurel

302-875-4646

PO BOX 60, LAUREL, DE 19956

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OUR LADY OF LOURDES CHURCH 532 Stein Hwy., Seaford, DE 19973 Redemptorist Fathers • 629-3591

MASSES: SUNDAY: Sat. Eve. - Vigil 4:30 p.m.; Spanish 7:30 p.m.

Sunday - 7 a.m., 8:30 a.m., 11 a.m.

DAILY: Mon., Tues., Thurs. & Fri. 9 a.m.

Wed. 9 a.m. & 7:30 p.m.; First Sat. 9 a.m.

HOLY DAYS: Eve. 7:30 p.m.; 9 a.m. & 7:30 p.m.

NOVENA DEVOTIONS: Wed. 9 a.m. & 7:30 p.m.

CONFESSION: Sat. 4:30 p.m.

VICTORY TABERNACLE CHURCH OF GOD

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Ministry for the whole family 7 PM

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28261 Seaford Rd., Laurel, 2 miles N. of Laurel on Alt. 13

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315 N. Shipley St., Seaford, DE 19973 • 302-629-9755

Pastor: Rev. Andrew C. Watkins www.christlutheranseaford.com

Praise Worship 8:15 AM • Sunday School 9:45 AM • Traditional Worship 11:15 AM

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8:30am Worship / Nursery 9:45am Classes for all ages 11:00am Worship / Kids Church & Nursery 7:00pm Evening Service

6:45 AWANA (K-grade 6), Catalyst Youth (gr. 7-12), DivorceCare support group, 7:00 Intercessory Prayer, Men’s Group

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Mount Olivet

United Methodist Church Serving Christ in the Heart of Seaford since 1830 315 High St. • Seaford, DE

Sunday Services: Informal Worship in Chapel 8:30 a.m.

Traditional Worship 11:00 a.m. Sanctuary 9:45 Sunday School

Pastor: Rev. Jim Sipes • 302-629-4458 PROFESSIONAL NURSERY CARE PROVIDED

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St. Luke’s

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Holy Eucharist: Sunday, 9:00 a.m.

Thurs. Eve. Service: 6 p.m.

The Rev’d. Jeanne W. Kirby-Coladonato, Rector

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N. Dual 13, P.O. Box 783, Seaford, DE 19973 302-629-6206 Evangelist - G. W. Cliver - 629-6206 Elder - Don Birch - 629-8949 Elder - Ron Russell - 629-6033 Sunday School 10 a.m.

Sun. Worship 11 a.m., Sun. Evening 6 p.m Wed. Evenings 7 p.m.

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Sunday: Midweek Activities: Church School........9:45 am Call for Details Morning Worship......11 am Children’s Church & Youth Explosion ........6 pm Nursery Provided Evening Worship.........7 pm *Counseling by appt. only Tuesday: Thursday: Bible Study & Family Corporate Prayer.........7 pm ‘Come and Grow with Us!’ Training Hour...........7 pm

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27225 Kaye Road Laurel, DE 19956 Ph: (302) 875-7814

www.thelighthouseld.org Timothy P. Jones, Pastor Sunday Family Worship - 1:30 p.m.

Wednesday Family Ministries - 7:00 p.m.

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MORNING STAR • DECEMBER 16 - 22, 2010

Community Action celebrates 45 years of service First State Community Action Agency, a statewide nonprofit organization serving low-income Delawareans, recently celebrated 45 years of service at the Modern Maturity Center.

Over 300 people attended the annual event. Members of the First State Board and staff were recognized for their dedication and service to the agency. Arlene Serrano of Georgetown, an employee of 39 years, received the 2010 Employee of the Year award. Evelyn Wilson, current board member and director of Coverdale Community Center in Coverdale Crossroads, received the agency’s prestigious Stanford L. Bratton award for her commitment to community service.

In accordance with the event theme, “The Power of Partnerships,” First State acknowledged more than 100 community partners.

“First State partners with many organizations as well as funding entities statewide to provide critical services and programs to help the poor become selfsufficient...services which have benefitted over 10,000 individuals and families in this past year,” said Executive Director Bernice Edwards. Delivering an inspirational message to the power and value of partnership was event speaker Dr. Carolyn Thomas-Massiah, former native of Coverdale Crossroads, who is now a marketing professor at the University of Central Florida.

“They say nothing good comes out of Coverdale Crossroads…I am living proof that it does,” she said. Dr. Massiah credited her success to the partnership between First State Community Action Agency and the Coverdale Crossroads community which created summer enrichment programs and positive opportunities to neighborhood youth.

She also espoused the Minority Engineering Regional Incentive Training (MERIT) program and dedicated teachers at Woodbridge High School which helped her grow and succeed academically as a young girl.

Dr. Massiah likened individual success to the process by which natural coal becomes diamonds. “Like diamonds, the transformation of an individual takes much time, process and perseverance.

There are diamonds in economically disadvantaged and poverty stricken neighborhoods like Coverdale Crossroads…

As community partners you help to mine them.”

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First State Board Chair and Mistress of Ceremony Peggy Strine, Board Vice-Chair Harold Stafford, 2010 Employee of the Year Arlene Serrano and First State Executive Director Bernice Edwards.

Wade Jones, program coordinator of First State’s reentry program, chats with Charles Madden, executive director of the Wilmington HOPE Commission.

ARRA (stimulus grant) monitors Betty Richardson, Josephine Stevenson-Seals and Alfred Richardson.

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MORNING STAR • december 16 - 22, 2010

Seaford will continue to examine new school options

By Lynn R. Parks Following the suggestion of superintendent Russell Knorr, the Seaford School Board Monday night agreed to ask the architectural firm that presented three construction options during a special meeting held last week to evaluate other, pared down, options.

“Our school tax rate is one of the highest in Sussex County,” Knorr told board members, a result, he said, of “maintaining our schools well.” Tax increases that would go along with the options presented by architectural firm Studio Jaed “would put us well over any other school district in Sussex County.”

The district is struggling with overcrowded elementary schools. In addition, it wants to institute a new, project-based curriculum at the high school; such a curriculum is best served by large, open classrooms and the flexibility to create spaces where students can gather.

The three options presented last week

by Studio Jaed were: Construct a new high school. Move the middle school to the existing high school and transform the current middle school building into an elementary school. Estimated cost: $68 million, or a tax increase for the average Seaford homeowner of $112 per year, averaged over 22 years.

Construct a new, 600-pupil elementary school and renovate the existing high school. Estimated cost: $52 million, or a tax increase for the average homeowner of $86 per year, averaged over 22 years.

Construct a new, 600-pupil elementary school and implement the new projectbased learning curriculum in the existing high school without renovations. Estimated cost: $21 million, or a tax increase for the average homeowner of $35, averaged over 22 years.

Monday night, the school board agreed to ask Studio Jaed to look at the feasibility of building a smaller elementary school, to accommodate 400 to 500 students. It is also asking it to consider whether, instead of building a new high school, the district could add a wing to the current high school, using its front-yard property.

At the suggestion of board member Suzanne Farris, Studio Jaed will also look at the possibility of adding on to two elementary schools in the district, Blades and West Seaford.

But Roy Whitaker, the school district’s chief of buildings and grounds, cautioned that that may not be possible. The core facilities at the two schools, including the cafeterias, kitchens and bathrooms, may not be adequate to support additional classrooms, he said. And while the schools’ yards seem large, they are on the

small side as measured by state standards, he added.

Knorr reminded the board that any proposal should include in it replacement of the seats at Bob Dowd Stadium, home to Blue Jay football. The current seats “do

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But he asked planners of the project to consider putting in a lane anyway.

“I am worried that with senior citizens in the building, this may create a safety problem,” he said.

In addition to final approval by the city, the apartment plans still have to be approved by the state fire marshal’s office.

They are also awaiting approval by the Sussex County Conservation District.

Better Homes of Seaford already has 99 units for low-income, elderly citizens in the city of Seaford, 88 at Yorkshire Woods and 11 at Charleston Place in the former Kim Manufacturing sewing factory on Phillips Street.

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Plans for additional housing for lowincome senior citizens are nearing final approval by the city of Seaford. Following a public hearing, the Seaford City Council Tuesday night approved preliminary plans for Hampton Circle, a three-story apartment building near the Ross Business Park.

The next step is approval of final plans.

Better Homes of Seaford plans to construct the building, which would have 35 apartments. Access would be through Yorkshire Woods, a Virginia Avenue senior citizen complex also owned by Better Homes of Seaford.

Hampton Circle would provide housing to senior citizens (62 or older) as well as to disabled people whose income is 50 percent or less than the U.S. median income. City building official Josh Littleton told council members that the building would be 36,000 square feet in size and would be attached to the city’s water and wastewater systems. Storm water would be gathered on the site and would eventually end up in Herring Run, which leads to the Nanticoke River.

During Tuesday night’s public hearing, city Councilman Bill Bennett questioned whether there is sufficient access to the building should there be a fire. There are no driveways or fire lanes across the back of the building.

Bennett said that he realizes that the plans as drawn meet the state fire code.

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not come up to code,” he said.

Knorr said that he hopes to have Studio Jaed presents its new options during a January meeting. “The sooner we come up with a decision the sooner we can get in line for state funding,” he said.

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MORNING STAR • DECEMBER 16- 22, 2010

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Health NHS welcomes Dr. Dilts

Nanticoke Health Services welcomes Jack Dilts, DO, to the Wound Care and Hyperbaric Center at Nanticoke Health Services, and to Nanticoke’s Occupational Health Services.

He is splitting his time between the two and is serving as the Occupational Health director and a panel physician of the Wound Care and Hyperbaric Center.

Dr. Dilts is certified in general surgery by the American Board of Osteopathic Surgery and is also Board Certified in Occupational Medicine.

He graduated from Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine in Kirksville, Mo. and completed his residency in general surgery at Normandy Osteopathic Hospital, St. Louis, Mo. Dr. Dilts earned a master’s degree in public health with a concentration in occupational medicine from the Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, Wis. He comes to Nanticoke with extensive experience in medicine, including past director of Medical Education/ Intern Training at Carson City Hospital, past president of the Central Michigan Association of Osteopathic Physicians, past chairman of Carson City Hospital’s Department of Surgery, and medical director of Occupational Health at Milford Memorial Hospital.

Free cancer support group

The Wellness Community-Delaware offers a general cancer support group for people affected by cancer and their loved ones at Nanticoke Memorial Hospital in Seaford.

The ongoing monthly support group meets in the first floor resource library of the Cancer Care Center on the third Monday of each month. The next meeting takes place on Dec. 20, from 3:30 to 5 p.m.

The Wellness Community, an affiliate of the Cancer Support Community, is dedicated to helping people affected by cancer enhance their health and well-being through participation in a professional program of emotional support and hope.

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For more information, visit www.wellnessdelaware.org.

Hospice offers support group

Delaware Hospice’s Bereavement Counselor, Carol Dobson, MSW, will lead an eight-week support group for adults on “Grieving the Loss of a Loved One,” Jan. 19 through March 9, from 2 to 3:30 p.m., at Grace United Methodist Church, 7 S. King St., Georgetown.

Any adult who would like to give and receive support from others experiencing a loss are invited to attend. Many people find that sharing reduces the loneliness and heartaches of grief. Topics discussed are what to expect when grieving, mistaken ideas about grieving, managing and coping with grief, family interactions, spiritual issues, how to handle special days and holidays and ways to find a renewed sense of purpose.

There is no fee for this service which is provided as a community outreach by Delaware Hospice.

Registration is requested by calling Carol Dobson, MSW, at 379-6069, or by emailing, cdobson@delawarehospice.org.

Wellness Center open to community Although not a resident, Bud Luzier joined the Manor House Wellness Center back in November 1998 just four months after opening day.

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For more information on classes or groups who want to rent the indoor pool, etc., contact Fitness Director Jonathan Souder at 629-4593.

Breast cancer support group

Delaware Breast Cancer Coalition, Inc. (DBCC) has expanded its Beginning Your Pink Ribbon Journey, a program for women newly-diagnosed with breast cancer, by partnering with Nanticoke Memorial Hospital Cancer Center in Seaford. The free, monthly program is offered at the Cancer Center located at 801 Middleford Road, Seaford, the third Thursday of each month from 3 to 4 p.m.

The program is facilitated by Nanticoke Memorial Hospital Cancer Center professional staff - Terri A. Clifton, MS, NCC, Cancer Care coordinator; Mary Brown, RN, DSN, manager Cancer Care Center; and Wendy Polk, nutritionist – with assistance from Lois Wilkinson, DBCC special projects manager, who helps facilitate the program at Bayhealth.

Of particular value to newly-diagnosed women is DBCC’s Peer Mentor Program through which they are paired with a longterm survivor for one-on-one support. To learn more about Beginning Your Pink Ribbon Journey at Nanticoke Memorial

Hospital Cancer Center, call Lois Wilkinson at 672-6435. Registration is required and light refreshments and small gifts are provided.

Competition to improve school meals

Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack has announced the Recipes for Healthy Kids Challenge to improve school meals and the health of children across the nation through the creation of exciting new recipes for inclusion on school lunch menus.

The competition will draw on the talents of chefs, students, food service professionals, and parents or other community members working together to develop tasty, nutritious, kid-approved foods.

There will be a grand prize chosen by the judging panel as well as a Popular Choice winner based on public voting. The judges will also choose award winners for the top two recipes in each category.

Winning teams will be invited to prepare their nutrition-packed meals alongside White House chefs. The top ten recipes in each category will be published in a Recipes for Healthy Kids Cookbook to share with students and families. To learn more about the First Lady’s Let’s Move! campaign, visit www.LetsMove.gov.

The deadline for recipe submissions is Dec. 30. For more information, visit recipesforkidschallenge.com.

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MORNING STAR • DECEMBER 16- 22, 2010

How to cope with loss and grief during the holiday season Dr. Judy Pierson

Clinical Psychologist and Bereavement Counselor Delaware Hospice

It’s simply not the most wonderful time of the year for everybody, particularly for those who are grieving the loss of a loved one. The holidays are stressful during the best of times. There’s too much to do and too little time, too much to buy and too little money.

There are unrealistic expectations for perfection: the perfect meal, perfect decorations, perfect gifts and perfect family visit. Some people long for the magical feelings of childhood or to belong to that “Hallmark family” and suffer the disappointments of nostalgia never equaling holiday realities or of family problems that don’t magically disappear during the holidays.

When coping with a loss, allow yourself to be imperfect and do less. As human beings, we are not perfect and few of us come from a “Hallmark” family.

With the focus of the holidays on traditions, memories and family gatherings, your feelings of grief will be intensified and there’s no way to avoid the reality of the absence of this person. Rather, you need to make space for it and surround yourself with people who understand your feelings and who can support you.

Practically, you need to focus on yourself. Be honest about how you feel and what you are able to do. Don’t go to every

event. If you do, address the ‘elephant in the room’ — the fact that Dad’s not here or Mom’s not here, acknowledging the loss. Sharing with others provides a wonderful opportunity for healing.

Don’t feel guilty if a moment of fun takes you by surprise; you know your loved one would want you to have moments of happiness.

Understand that music is a strong trigger of emotions and memories and that it is everywhere during the holidays.

Drink in moderation, remembering that alcohol may be around in abundance and lead to the temptation to drink too much.

When grieving, it is normal to feel periods of deep exhaustion. The holidays will add to that exhaustion. For this reason, I urge radical self care. Make sure you eat enough and sleep enough.

Have a family meeting ahead of time to decide what everyone wants to do this first Christmas without Mom. Don’t ignore your loss, but create a space for it; otherwise, it’s like a cloud hanging over the family. Light a candle; put up a photo or a plate of his or her favorite cookies.

Carry something that belonged to your loved one with you to help you feel connected to that person — your husband’s watch, your wife’s ring, a scarf, etc. You don’t even have to tell anyone about it, which recreates an intimacy that you had with that person.

If there are roles the deceased used to play, you should figure out who is going to

Flu activity on the rise in state As we prepare for the holiday season, Delaware’s Division of Public Health (DPH) reminds residents to ensure they are vaccinated against the flu. Though influenza activity has been sporadic this season, the state’s influenza surveillance report has confirmed five cases of influenza for Nov. 28 –Dec. 4 reporting week.

Four residents in New Castle County and one in Sussex County tested positive for type A influenza by the Delaware Public Health Laboratory. This is an increase in incidence of flu cases compared to previous weeks.

Influenza is unpredictable and these cases indicate that the season is far from over. Flu is normally prevalent after the holidays and often peaks in late February or early March. It is not too late to get vaccinated.

“Although we have not seen a lot of flu yet in Delaware, other states have and it is only a matter of time before we do as

well,” said Dr. Karyl Rattay, DPH director. “Therefore it is not too late to be vaccinated. Getting your flu shot now may help protect you during the holidays when you come in contact with more people such as at parties or in close quarters on a plane or train.”

This year’s flu vaccine protects individuals from both seasonal flu strains and the H1N1 virus. Delawareans are also encouraged to prevent infection by taking simple everyday measures such as washing hands, using hand sanitizers, covering coughs and sneezes and staying at home when sick.

These efforts help stop the spread of respiratory illnesses including flu.

Residents who are not yet vaccinated are encouraged to take advantage of the ample supply of vaccines. Contact your health care provider about getting vaccinated or visit www.flu.delaware.gov for flu clinic schedules and other flu information.

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Plan ahead and think about what’s going to be helpful to you or what nurtures you. Educate the people around you about what you need. Tell people how they can help you; they will appreciate it. Trust your own instincts rather than what people think you should do. Set limits and say no. If it’s too hard, don’t go to events this year. People will understand.

Don’t expect to change family dynamics, and don’t isolate yourself completely because staying alone all day is not the best thing, but do something that works for you. For example, don’t go for dinner, but go for dessert.

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Give yourself permission to cry if you need to. Don’t be critical of yourself. If you see other couples and you’re jealous, know that this is normal and okay.

Create some rituals to remember your loved one. Place a candle and photo of your loved one on a table and ask each person to write down or share how that person lives on within them. Create a Memory Book from photos, letters, or favorite stories. Buy angels for the Christmas tree or decorate ornaments in honor of that person. Tie a message to a balloon and release the balloon, symbolically sending that message to them.

Finally, realize that the anticipation is almost always worse than the actual experience. Anticipation might last two months, but the holidays pass quickly in reality.

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Children learn by examples set

By Dr. Anthony Policastro One of the office tests that I do for learning disorders is ask children to spell the word “dog” backward. It is a two part question. One part is to see if they can do it; the other is to see if they recognize the word “god.” Many children will have problems with the second part. They may say “jode” or “gode” or “jod.”

Parent’s reactions to this are interesting. They know what the correct answer is. They do not realize that recognizing the word “god” out of context for a 7-yearold is difficult. This is especially true for parents who send their children to Sunday school.

One of the observations I make every year at Christmas is the large number of people that attend church with their children. Many of them do not attend the rest of the year. These parents have expectations for the kind of moral behavior that they will receive from those children as they get older.

As is the case with most childhood behavior, morality cannot be taught once a year by going to church at Christmastime.

Morality is something that has to be taught on an ongoing basis. The way it is taught is by example. Children will do

what they observe their parents doing.

They are more likely to do what they see than to do what they are told.

A parent that wants his/her child to attend church regularly must set that example. The same thing is true for other morally good behavior.

The parent who drinks to excess can expect a child who sees little harm in drinking too much. The parent that has no regard for traffic rules will have a child with similar tendencies. The parent who sees it as a right to cheat on income taxes can expect to have a child do the same.

The important thing to remember is that our behavior is on display to our children every single day. They watch and learn on a constant basis. There is a song from the play “South Pacific” entitled, “You have to be carefully taught.” The song is about racial prejudice against the islanders of the Pacific. The words explain that children are not born with prejudice; it is taught to them.

The same thing is true with all other moral values. That is an important lesson to remember as you attend church services this holiday season. One of the best Christmas gifts we can give our children is the gift of teaching them good moral values.

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Bridgeville receives CDBG report, discusses humvee

By Mike McClure Brad Whaley from the Sussex County Community and Housing Division made a Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) presentation at Monday’s Bridgeville Commission meeting. The Commission also discussed an opportunity to receive a humvee for the town’s use.

According to Whaley, over $2 million in funds are available for Kent and Sussex County. The funds available for housing rehab, demolition, water/sewer hookup, and small infrastructure for residents with low to moderate income ($32,700 per year for a single person and $4,600 per other household member).

Last year the town received $30,000 to do three demolitions. Whaley said there are currently 16 Bridgeville residents on the rehab waiting list.

Bridgeville Police Chief Robert Longo reported that the department received $41,154.93 in grant funding in November.

The department used the funds to purchase a video phone, defibrillators, new computers for the police cars, and mobile fingerprinting kits.

Commission President Bill Jefferson added that the town had an opportunity to receive a free humvee from the Army. The town was unable to do so because Town

Manager Merritt Burke had to get approval from the Commission.

Burke recommended getting the vehicle for use in snow storms, floods, and as a way to market the town. He added that there would be some maintenance costs involved, but the town would be able to make the money back by selling the humvee if the costs became excessive.

The Commission agreed to allow Burke act in the event a similar opportunity presents itself. Commission members asked him to consult with the finance director if any costs would be involved and Jefferson asked to be notified if possible.

Burke reported that the state’s yard waste ban will take effect Jan. 1. Residents will have to contract out with a private hauler or take the waste to a landfill on their own.

“Mayor Cupcake”, the movie that was filmed in Bridgeville, will have a showing for Bridgeville residents on Jan. 11 at the Clayton Theater in Dagsboro. The town’s civic center feasibility study is currently being conducted and should be completed by the end of the month.

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Every gift is a treasure, no matter what the gift may be It lay on the counter top in Miss McCready’s second grade classony indsor room. It was rectangular, wrapped in paper covered with Santa Claus All these days of waitand his reindeer. It was my Christmas present. Each year in the first ing and fantasizing over few levels of elementary school we would have a Christmas party. We what gift I would get and would draw a name from a box and I end up with a box of exchange gifts.

We waited with great anticipalife savers. Woe is me. tion as the days slowly passed to Christmas vacation. The last day about one of my classmate’s parents gowas party day. It was like a warm ing out to the store to buy an extra gift to up for the actual Christmas morning at give to some kid they didn’t know from home. Now, I am very quick to criticize Adam’s houseplant. some of today’s young people for feelThe fact is, growing up in the 1960s ing so entitled and expecting lavish gifts in Crisfield, Md., was not the hotbed of throughout the year, especially at Christprosperity. Rich retirees were not coming mas.

So, as I thought back on my own child- to this crabbing village to while away their golden years in waterfront condos. hood, I certainly recognized that as much There were farmers, watermen and as I hate to admit it, I also felt somewhat small store owners by and large. So, in entitled. However, this feeling of entitlement was offset greatly by the fact that my many cases, having one more gift to buy was a hardship. mother and father in no way found me to be entitled to anything except a bed, food But, being the traditional seven-yearand just enough clothes to keep me from old heathen rug rat, I became overgoing to school naked. whelmed with what was inside that neatly I thought about those school Christwrapped Christmas gift and what benefit it mas parties and suddenly realized that I would provide me. I pondered with great had some issues that I wish I would have excitement what could be hidden inside considered differently. For example, how that mysterious box. It was rectangular in about that Christmas present lying on the shape, so it could be a myriad of possible counter in Miss McCready’s classroom things. Perhaps it was a board game? No, that had my name on it. Today, I think too small. Maybe it was a pair of pearl

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As I pulled off the paper with the finesse of a wild bear in heat, I saw it. Oh, man, it was a crappy lifesavers book. It was 10 rolls of lifesavers stacked inside a box that opened like a book.

I looked around and saw some girls playing with Barbie dolls and other guys racing Hot Wheels cars down the aisle beside my seat. Man, they were so lucky.

I just stared at my book box with Santa Claus on the cover offering me a lifesaver.

All these days of waiting and fantasizing over what gift I would get and I end up with a box of life savers. Woe is me.

This weekend I was in the checkout line of a local retail store. As I waited patiently in line, I spied something on the top shelf of a nearby end cap. It was a book of lifesavers. After all these years Santa Claus was still on the cover, offering anyone interested a lifesaver.

I thought about how 46 years ago someone I did not know picked up a box of lifesavers just like this and included it in their store purchases. They took it home, neatly wrapped it and wrote my name on it.

Perhaps it takes 46 years of being beat up by the real world and forced to realize that life is made up of giving and receiving. This is not always just about giving and receiving the material things. It is about giving sincerely of your time and love to others and being willing to receive

with gratitude, the offerings of thoughts and love from others.

I wish I could go back 46 years and reopen that small box of lifesavers and accept the true gift that was being given me – the gift of someone taking time for me.

Now that I really think about it that was not such a crappy gift after all. No gift is.

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Students of the photography class at Delaware Technical & Community College, Owens Campus are holding their annual photographic exhibit now through January 17 in the Art Gallery of the Arts & Science Center on campus.

Appropriately called Exposure, the exhibit features the work of seven students who have studied under professional photographer/owner Keith Mosher of Kamproductions and instructor for the college’s communications program. On display are multiple photographs the students have taken during the past semester.

The showcased artists are Mark Belisle, Dylan Rogers, James McHale, communications program; Derek Street, computer information systems program; Michael Baney, human services program; and Debbie Love and Pauline Street, employees of Delaware Tech.

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It’s not that I don’t like shopping malls. I would be lying, bad ynn arks at any time of year but especially troublesome when Santa is listening, if I said that the scents and My bidding hand may acsounds of a mall at Christmas still tually have twitched. But can’t sometimes fill me with girlish by the time that twitch anticipation.

But I like to expand my shopwas ready to result in ping itinerary, especially during some action, the skillets this season, when a little excess can be forgiven. Our peninsula is had been sold. home to many downtowns worthy of exploration, as well as out-ofand gave enough assurance that perhaps the-way antique and second-hand shops in the metals under all that dirt and corrosion which you never know what you will find. were copper and brass that I was ready It is also home to several auction to buy it. The cord as well as the sockets houses, two of which I’ve visited recently. that hold the light bulbs would have to be I can’t say in all honesty that when bidreplaced, he said; bidding any more than ding for that Steuben bowl started at $20, $20 would be spending more on the lamp I was considering what spot it could fill than it was worth, he added. on my Christmas list. But I like to think I was ready. I had my bidding number that if I had won the bid — in the end, the in my hand, I had a good spot next to the bowl sold for more than $100, above my table where the auctioneer and I knew limit — I would have at least studied that how high I was willing to go. list before I started trying to decide where Item by item, the auctioneer made his in my living room the crystal bowl could way around the table. When he was about best be displayed. six items away from the lamp, he put on The first auction house that I visited the block a wooden bill organizer, modern last week, the one at which the piece of and apparently, because no one bid on Steuben glass was sold, is on the upper it, of no interest. He added to it a broken Eastern Shore of Maryland. Geared tobrass clock. Again, no bid. ward dealers rather than toward a mother A world globe with black seas. All was and daughter who just want a fun day out, quiet. Two metal wall hangings in the it is a fast-paced whirl of activity. Items shape of old cars and several other items are sold in the blink of an eye and the of such insignificance that I can’t even casual buyer who wants time to consider remember them. Still no bid. And finally, whether she should up the bid will find, the metal lamp. when she finally makes up her mind, that All of a sudden, there were two bidthe auctioneer has moved on. ders. My competitor started at $2 and we On the block soon after we arrived at went up, dollar by dollar, until we reached the auction house was a trio of copper $19, my bid and as high as I was willing skillets, large, medium and small. “Oh, to go. Happily, it was also as high as the those would be nice,” I thought. My bidcompetition was willing to go and with ding hand may actually have twitched. But little hesitation, the auctioneer declared by the time that twitch was ready to result me the winner. in some action, the skillets had been sold.

Of course, in addition to the lamp, I I believe that they went for $20. was also now the proud owner of numerMy daughter and I were at the auction ous other items, none of which I wanted. house from 9 in the morning until 3:30 in But wait — if I had been willing, hypothe afternoon. And we left empty-handed, thetically, to give that Steuben bowl as a unless we count the late-morning breakfast Christmas present, shouldn’t I extend the that we indulged in. same courtesy to the broken clock and My second visit to an area auction metal wall hangings that I had actually house last week was more successful. purchased? I’ve always hated prejudice.

Slower-paced and attracting a more reSo everything except the wooden bill laxed bidder, this auction also rarely sells sorter — who wants to reminded of bills anything like a Steuben bowl. at Christmastime? — came home with me.

But on our first tour of all the tables, With all of that extra loot, purchasing a friend pointed out to me a metal lamp, Christmas presents for family and friends its finish barely recognizable but with the this year won’t be any problem. A broken promise, with the investment of a little elclock here, a brown plastic thimble there, bow grease, of better days ahead. and holes on my shopping list will be My husband inspected the table lamp filled before I can say going, going, gone.

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MORNING STAR • december 16 - 22, 2010

Instead of buying gifts, bake these delightful treats How did it get so late so soon?

It’s night before it’s afternoon.

December is here before it’s June.

My goodness how the time has flewn.

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If time has “flewn” for you as much as it has for me, you may have a few more holiday gifts to purchase. And, if the thought of another foray into the packed aisles of mall department stores sends a shiver down your spine, why not consider staying home and making a few gifts in the kitchen? We all have people on our lists who don’t need any more “things”. Surely a gift made with your own hands that can be consumed and enjoyed would be greatly appreciated.

Here are a few easy to make and yummy suggestions that are sure to please.

Lemon Tea Bread Packard House Bath, Maine Yields 2 regular-size loaves or 5 miniloaves. (For mini-loaves, use 6x3x2-inch baby loaf pans and bake the bread for 45 minutes instead of 1 hour.)

2 large lemons 3 cups all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 1/2 sticks (3/4 cup) unsalted butter, softened 2 1/2 cups sugar 4 large eggs

The Practical Gourmet 1 cup whole milk 2 teaspoons poppy seeds Preheat oven to 325. Butter and flour two 9x5x3-inch metal loaf pans, knocking out any excess flour.

Finely grate enough zest from lemons to measure 2 teaspoons and squeeze enough juice to measure about 1/2 cup. Into a bowl sift together flour, baking powder and salt.

In a large bowl with an electric mixer beat together butter, 2 cups sugar, and zest until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs 2 at a time, beating well after each addition. With mixer on low speed add flour mixture and milk alternately in batches, beginning and ending with flour mixture and beating just until batter is combined well. Beat in poppy seeds and 1 tablespoon lemon juice and divide batter between loaf pans, smoothing tops. Bake loaves in middle of oven until a tester comes out clean, about 1 hour.

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Cool loaves in pans and invert loaves onto rack. Turn loaves right side up and pierce tops all over with a thin skewer. Repeatedly brush lemon glaze over tops of loaves until all glaze is absorbed.

Cool loaves completely. Tea bread keeps, wrapped in wax paper, in an airtight container at room temperature 4 days or, wrapped in foil and frozen, 1 month.

Almond Toffee Bark Gourmet, December 1998 Makes about 36 pieces 3 cups (10 ounces) sliced almonds 1 stick (1/2 cup) unsalted butter, softened 1 1/2 cups sugar 1/3 cup water 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 1/2 teaspoon vanilla 1/4 teaspoon salt 6 ounces fine-quality bittersweet chocolate (not unsweetened) Preheat oven to 350 and oil a large baking sheet.

In a large baking pan spread almonds evenly and toast in middle of oven, stirring nuts halfway through toasting, until golden, about 10 minutes. In a 3-quart heavy saucepan bring butter, sugar, water, lemon juice, vanilla and salt to a boil over moderate heat, stirring with a wooden spoon. Boil mixture, without stirring, swirling pan occasionally, until deep golden, about 12 minutes.

Remove pan from heat and stir in two thirds almonds. Immediately pour toffee

onto baking sheet and with an offset spatula spread in a thin layer. Carefully transfer baking sheet (it will be very hot) to a rack and cool toffee.

Chop chocolate. In a double boiler or a small metal bowl set over a saucepan of barely simmering water melt chocolate, stirring until smooth. Pour chocolate over cooled toffee and evenly spread with offset spatula. Sprinkle toffee with remaining almonds. Chill toffee, uncovered, until firm, about 1 hour.

Break toffee into 2-inch pieces of “bark”. Bark keeps, layered between sheets of wax paper in an airtight container at cool room temperature or chilled, 1 week.

Spiced Peanuts Bon Appetit, March 1996 (Makes about 2 1/2 cups) 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 teaspoons chili powder 2 teaspoons ground cumin 2 teaspoons sugar 1 teaspoon curry powder 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper 2 1/2 cups dry roasted peanuts Preheat oven to 300. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in heavy large skillet over medium heat. Add chili powder, cumin, sugar, curry powder, garlic powder and cayenne pepper and stir until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add peanuts and stir until coated, about 2 minutes. Transfer to large rimmed baking sheet.

Bake peanuts until golden brown and almost dry, stirring occasionally, about

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Lemon-Rosemary-Marinated Ripe Olives Gourmet, July 1990 (Makes about 3 cups) 1/2 lemon, sliced thin 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice 3 large shallots, sliced thin 3 tablespoons chopped fresh rosemary or 1 tablespoon crumbled dried 1 teaspoon dried hot red pepper flakes Two 6-ounce cans ripe olives, drained (about 3 cups)

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About 1 1/2 cups olive oil In a 1-quart glass jar with a tight-fitting lid combine the sliced lemon, the lemon juice, the shallots, the rosemary, and the red pepper flakes. In a saucepan of boiling water blanch the olives for 1 minute, drain them well in a colander, and add them to the jar while they are still warm. Add enough oil to the jar to just cover the olives. Seal the jar with the lid and shake it several times to combine and distribute the ingredients. Let the olives stand in a cool, dark place, shaking them daily, for 3 days. The olives keep, covered and chilled, indefinitely.

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MORNING STAR • DECEMBER 16 - 22, 2010

People Chase, Williams to wed in June

THORNTON GRADUATES - Army PFC Danielle P. Thornton of Valley Center, Calif., graduated from Army Basic Training at Fort Jackson, S.C., on Oct. 28. Thornton was chosen as “Soldier Leader for the Cycle” for demonstrating outstanding leadership. She is now at Fort Sill, Okla., continuing her training in the Avenger Missile System. She is shown being congratulated by Commanding General James M. Milano, along with her proud grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Marvel of Seaford. Also attending the graduation were the parents of PFC Thornton, Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Thornton, and her sisters Kelly and Jaime, all of California.

Christopher Williams and Tasha Chase

Kenith and Jacqueline Chase of Laurel announce the engagement of their daughter, Tasha Chanel Chase, to Christopher Daniel Williams, son of Dennis and Charlotte Williams of Philadelphia, Penn.

The bride-to-be is a graduate of Laurel High School and attended Bridgewater College in Bridgewater, Va. Her fiancé is a graduate of John Bartan High School in Philadelphia and of Rosemont College.

The wedding is planned for June 3, 2011.

Sarah Townsend to wed Seth Jester

Seth Jester and Sarah Townsend

Susan and Bruce Smart of Laurel and Clayton and Angie Townsend of Georgetown are honored to announce the engagement of their daughter, Sarah Rachel Townsend, to Seth Thomas Jester.

The bride is a 2005 graduate of Laurel High School. Sarah received her Bachelor of Science degree in finance in 2009 from the University of Delaware. She is currently a financial analyst for General Dy-

namics Information Technology in Herndon, Va. The groom is the son of Fredrick and Brenda Jester of Seaford. He is a 2004 graduate from Seaford High School.

Seth is employed by Superior Lawn and Landscaping of Laurel.

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The community enjoyed the grand opening of Santa’s House in Seaford last weekend.

Visit Santa’s House in Seaford Little Caesars Pizza in Seaford is hosting the Kiwanis Club of Seaford’s Santa House. The grand opening was held last Friday night. Seaford High School Key Club members joined in the fun, greeting visitors as they arrived.

Santa listened carefully to the children as they told him what they wanted for Christmas, and making sure he had their list.

Santa was able to get lots of helpers, giving each one a Santa’s Helper Certificate. Santa said to becoming a helper includes good behavior, such as kids keeping their room clean, being good and making sure they brush their teeth. Each of the children promised to do all that.

The moms all said, “See, I told you Santa was watching, and he wanted you to

keep your room clean!” As they left, each child had a big smile as they munched on the candy cane or apple that Santa gave them.

The Santa House will be open the following dates through Christmas: Friday, Dec. 17, 5-7 p.m.

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Stop by and have some fun! Merry Christmas to all, from the Kiwanis Club of Seaford.

Seaford Kiwanis Club Food Drive

The Kiwanis Club of Seaford will hold a food drive on Saturday, Dec. 18 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Seaford Food Lion. Suggested donations include canned foods, dry foods, cereals and baby food. All donations will be taken to the Seaford Community Food Closet.

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MORNING STAR • DECEMBER 16 - 22, 2010

In tough times, Peninsula Dry Cleaners moves forward

By Tony E. Windsor

He started working in his cousin’s Pittsburgh dry cleaning business when he was 15-years-old. Over the last six decades Joe Mangone has made the art of dry cleaning his life. Along with wife Virginia (Ginnie) and son, Jeff Alloway, Mangone owns and operates Peninsula Dry Cleaners and Shirt Launderers, Inc., with its main office and plant in Seaford.

As a teenager, Mangone learned the ropes of dry cleaning at his cousin’s business, but knew right away that this was something he was good at and could translate into a career. So, after high school, Mangone went on to study the chemistry between fabrics and the cleaning process and became certified. In New Jersey he became a dry cleaning consultant working with dry cleaning operations to help assure that they were running their operation in the most effective and efficient manner possible.

In 1985, Mangone brought his family from New Jersey to Delaware, where he had already been working as a consultant with area cleaners including Sunshine Laundry and Phillips’ Dry Cleaning, both operating out of Salisbury. After many years as a dry cleaning consultant, he knew he had the knowledge and professional experience to operate his own dry cleaning business.

In 1987 Mangone opened Peninsula Dry Cleaners in the Food Lion Shop-

Amber Delgado works at the new Unipress Topper machine as Peninsula Dry Cleaners’ owner Jeff Alloway, and Delaware National Bank commercial relationship manager, Judy Johnson observe. The topper is part of an overhaul by Peninsula Dry Cleaners to help make the business more environmentally-friendly. Photo by Tony Windsor

ping Center on U.S. 13. Ten years later his business had grown and he moved to the current location on Norman Eskridge Highway. Although, like most every other business in the country, Peninsula Dry Cleaners has experienced some down turn in its business due to the economic climate of the last three years, the business contin-

Joe Mangone (center) and Jeff Alloway (right), owners of Peninsula Dry Cleaners, Seaford, demonstrate the new Multi-Matic Hydro-Carbon machine that is part of Peninsula’s new cleaner operating operation. Looking on is Judy Johnson, commercial relationships manager with Delaware National Bank. The bank provided the financing for the new business renovations. Photo by Tony Windsor

operation, Peninsula Dry Cleaners is also located in Salisbury. In the near future a third operation will open on US 13 in Princess Anne, Md. In all, the business has 14 employees.

Mangone said the dry cleaning business has always been the type of operation that requires a constant awareness of changes in the variety of fabrics being used by

ues to grow.

“We have been impacted by the economy, there is no way to deny that,” Mangone said. “But, we have maintained a good, steady flow of customers. I believe this is due to our desire to give the people what they want and make sure we always strive to treat people right.”

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“Our waste, which oftentimes appears as nothing more than dirty water and lint, must be trucked from our site and disposed of under federal EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) guidelines, he said. “That means each week we have at least a dozen barrels picked up at a cost of $120 per barrel. That is what we do to make sure that we remain environmentally conscious.”

Mangone said he has always strived to make sure that his operation is done with complete compliance to government environmental guidelines and appreciates the need to protect the environment. However, he also recognizes that the costs associated with this can be expensive and is sometimes the reason some small dry cleaners go out of business.

“I have always been aware of the need to be environmentally friendly with our business. I do this not just because laws require it, but because I want to protect the environment,” he said.

Putting his money where his mouth is, Mangone has taken steps to assure that he and his family are operating the most environmentally responsible dry cleaning business possible. Recently, Peninsula Dry Cleaners has become the only such business in Delaware to convert to a new high-tech dry cleaning and pressing operation that eliminates the use of what has traditionally been the key chemical in dry cleaning – perchloropethylene (Perc).

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that removes stains and dirt from most common fabrics. It has always been an important ingredient to the dry cleaning operation because it does not shrink clothing or cause dyes to bleed. It is also nonflammable and can be re-used, making it cost-effective.

However, Perc has been identified as a toxic chemical with health and environmental concerns. According to the EPA, since 1992, there have been efforts to work with the dry cleaning industry to find ways to reduce potential exposure to Perc because of health and environmental concerns. According to Naturalnews.com, Perc is used by 3 out of 4 dry cleaners nationwide. California has banned the entire state from its use. Massachusetts, New York and Texas are also considering a ban.

Mangone said there are now opportunities available to dry cleaners to eliminate the use of Perc in the cleaning operations.

However, the options require extensive adjustments that although much cleaner and even far superior in quality to the traditional cleaning methods, are extremely expensive. Peninsula Dry Cleaners has now made the transition to an environmentally friendly alternative to Perc.

In the space of two weeks, workers from Philadelphia came in and replaced the entire dry cleaning and press operation at Peninsula Dry Cleaners, with new Percfree, high-tech machines. “We made sure that when doing the replacements our customers would not be impacted,” Mangone said. “We scheduled work in a way that we could get everybody’s orders processed while the renovations were occurring. It was seamless and I doubt anyone even knew we had the work done.”

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Peninsula Dry Cleaners owner Jeff Alloway (left) watches as employee Lucy Cercena, uses the business’s new Unipress Utility Press. Looking on is Judy Johnson, of Delaware National Bank. Photo by Tony Windsor

Mangone said he is excited about the new process and finds it to be not only a safer and more environmentally-friendly process, but superior in how it cleans fabrics and how clothes feel and smell when coming out of the procedure. “I feel good about being able to upgrade our operation to be more health and environmentally conscious and not sacrifice quality in doing it,” he said.

Mangone said federal regulations will prohibit small dry cleaning operations that operate in close business quarters such as those in cities like Philadelphia, to continue using Perc due to health concerns, so

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For Peninsula Dry Cleaners Mangone feels optimistic about the future. Though he enjoys having his son take over more and more of the daily operations at the family dry cleaning business, Mangone said he has no interest in retiring. “I see people get to be my age and they retire and sit around watching television and trying to find things to do during the day,” he said. “I don’t think I could retire. I could never get used to it.”

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Seaford’s Jeffrey Akins finds his way to the basket with three Indian River players surrounding him in Friday’s win at home. Photo by Lynn Schofer

Seaford varsity boys’ basketball team tops Woodbridge, Indian River

By Lynn Schofer

Woodbridge High School opened its 2010-2011 high school boys’ basketball season by taking on Seaford last week in Bridgeville. Before a packed house of local fans the two teams fought for the bragging rights to the first win of the season.

In the end Seaford outscored the Raiders, 83-63, to give Coach Art Doakes and his team the win.

Woodbridge tried to get the early edge with the full court 2-3-2 press but Seaford’s quick passes and speed broke it down and at 4:19 the Blue Jays were up 11-2. Both teams had to work out the nerves and part of the quarter played out like a tennis match; back and forth without a score.

Woodbridge’s George Knight shot for three points and less than a minute later the Raiders regained possession on a steal.

An early technical foul against Seaford put Woodbridge on the line and a chance to climb to within one point, but Woodbridge made only 1 of 4 shots.

After the game Seaford’s Jason Owens talked about the foul, “I was wrong, I fouled the guy and then I said something.”

Owens who is a senior this year knows the important role he needs to step into, “If I do something to get kicked out of the game I can’t contribute, it hurts my 10 teammates and my coach. It isn’t about me; it is about the team.”

Woodbridge attempted to keep the momentum when Jervis Cox blocked a Seaford shot to ignite the home crowd.

Woodbridge worked a tight defense and created several turnovers but could not

convert the points. Seaford’s Andre Allen started the Blue Jays’ offense by netting a three-pointer before stealing the ball to give Seaford a 19-7 lead.

In the second quarter both teams continued to commit several turnovers, but Seaford outscored the Raiders and took a 30-17 lead.

Doakes pointed out the team’s need to improve in some areas, “There were too many turnovers and they need to box out better for the rebounds.”

Woodbridge’s Shai Burbage brought the Raiders to within 10 points, but with 2:20 left in the first half, the Blue Jays went on a run and took an 18 point lead and with less than a minute to go it climbed to a 50-25 lead.

In the second half Seaford continued with the man to man defense and Woodbridge responded by attacking the basket.

It was the Blue Jays who once again had the upper hand when Andre Washington’s defense forced the 10 second turnover.

Woodbridge’s Tyrone Parker put the ball up for three points and with less than two minutes to play in the quarter the score was 67-43.

In the final quarter Woodbridge was not able to close the gap on the Blue Jays who closed out the win, 83-63. After the game Owens talked about the importance of the win.

“We definitely played with a chip on our shoulder today,” said Owens. “This is a very important win and our teamwork and defense were really strong tonight.”

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Woodbridge’s Anyea Griffin shoots over the defense of Seaford’s Tynetta Washington in the opening game of the 2010-11 varsity girls’ basketball season. Photo by Lynn Schofer

Seaford girls’ basketball team defeats Woodbridge to open 2010-11 season

By Lynn Schofer

The high school basketball season is under way in Sussex County with local rivals Seaford and Woodbridge in their first match-up on the court in week one.

In the varsity girls’ game Seaford took advantage of turnovers, strong defense, and quickness to outscore the Raiders, 63-29.

Seaford Coach Tracie Smith said after the game, “This feels good; the girls have been anxiously awaiting the start of the season.”

In the first quarter, both teams had to work out adrenaline and several shots were missed but Seaford took the lead on turnovers which the Blue Jays converted to points. Smith put on a full court press that executed the trap resulting in an 11-7 lead at the end of the quarter. “There definitely were some jitters that needed to be worked out.,” said Smith.

In the second quarter, Seaford’s defense continued to dominate the tone of the game while Woodbridge struggled

to get set in its offense. The Blue Jays’ Tynetta Washington and Asia Coverdale combined for several steals and assists giving Seaford a 27-15 lead at half time.

Coach Smith believes the defense was the turning point, “The man to man changed it for us; this team likes to run and play fast moving basketball.”

In the third quarter, Woodbridge’s Taylor West attempted to lift her team with a fast break for points but Seaford responded, outscoring the Raiders 25-8. Seaford continued the full court press in the third, freezing the movement of Woodbridge on inbound plays. At the end of the period Seaford had taken a commanding 52-23 lead.

In the final quarter, Seaford added five points to Woodbridge’s six and Smith took the opportunity to observe some of the new team members play in a game situation. “Woodbridge is a good team and once they get a few early season kinks worked out, they will be a factor in this division,” said Smith.

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Shown (l to r) during last week’s Governor’s Challenge press conference are Seaford head coach Art Doakes, Delmar head coach Chad Jones, and Laurel head coach Chris Griffin. Photo by Mike McClure

Inaugural Governor’s Challenge tournament to take place Dec. 28-30 Salisbury tournament to pit Maryland against Delaware

By Mike McClure The Governor’s Challenge will take place Dec. 28-30 at the Wicomico Youth and Civic Center in Salisbury with a number of local teams competing in a battle of Delaware against Maryland.

While the tournament has been taking place for a number of years, the 29 team

tournament features a new format which includes two games being placed at the same time at the civic center.

“We’re very excited about this tournament,” Licia Gliptis, Wicomico County Recreation, Parks, and Tourism Director of Marketing and Public Relations said during last Friday’s press conference.

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Butch Waller, who has been involved in planning the tournament (formerly the Lions Club tournament) over the years, likes the new format. “I think we’re on to something big here,” Waller said.

“This is one of the things that they (players) really look forward to,” Parkside head coach Dave Byer said. “It’s a wonderful thing. We really appreciate being asked to play in it year in and year out.”

“When they (players) come over here I think they feel like they’re playing in an NBA arena,” said Delmar head coach Chad Jones, who helped Waller with the schedule.

“I think it’s (tournament) going to be better and better each year.”

Laurel players Chris Jones, Tyler Robertson, and Shawn Miller joined head coach Chris Griffin at the press conference. The Bulldogs competed in last year’s tournament at the civic center.

“It’s a better atmosphere. There’s a lot more people,” Jones said of playing in the tournament vs. other regular season games.

“It gives you more motivation to do better,” added Miller Playing in a big arena on parallel courts will present some challenges for the

Western Sussex players named to all-state football teams The following Western Sussex football players were named to the all-state teams for the 2010 season: First team- Desmond Sivels, Sussex Tech, FB Second team- Shane Marvel, Sussex Tech, LB; Keandre Whaley, Delmar, LB Third team- Chris Jones, Laurel, RB

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“It’s a lot more fun,” said Robertson.

“You’re a lot more excited to play,” Miller said.

The following teams will represent Delaware in the tournament: Sussex Tech, Delmar, Laurel, Seaford, Woodbridge, Concord, Caesar Rodney, Cape Henlopen, Dover, and Polytech.

“We’re a small school but the kids work hard. The kids will give you everything they’ve got,” said Griffin. “We’re going to be competitive.”

“We’re really excited to come here.

This gives our players the opportunity to be seen by a lot of schools,” Seaford head coach Art Doakes said. “It’s going to be fun for us. It gives us a chance to see some of the Maryland schools. It gives our fan base an opportunity to see us over the holidays as well.”

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Seaford Stars of the Week

Woodbridge varsity wrestling team opens season with win over Ravens

By Mike McClure

The Woodbridge varsity wrestling team opened the season with a 52-24 win over St. Thomas More last Wednesday in Bridgeville. Five Raider wrestlers recorded pins in the non-conference win.

Woodbridge’s Jose Rodriguez (103) won by forfeit, Nick Matos (112) recorded a pin at 3:01, Willie Davis (119) added a 7-0 win, and Joquon Smith (125) won by major decision, 11-2, for a 19-0 Raider

Male Athlete of the WeekDominique Ayres- Seaford Seaford’s Dominique Ayres secured a first place finish in the Milford Invitational with a 7-6 win in the 119 pound championship match last weekend in Milford.

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The Ravens came back with a pair of wins before Woodbridge’s Dylan Feyerbend (140) won a close one, 6-4, and Patrick Davis (145) won by forfeit. Steve Holston (152) won by fall in 38 seconds and Luis Nieves (160) also had a pin (:54) to make the score 40-12.

James Carter (189) had a pin at 1:51 and Luis Norwood (215) won by fall at :49 as the Blue Raiders went on to win, 52-24.

Female Athlete of the WeekLa’Shyra Williams- Seaford High Seaford’s La’Shyra Williams netted 30 in her team’s win over rival Woodbridge last Tuesday. The sophomore came back with 18 points in Friday’s win over Indian River.

Honorable mention- Jeff Akins- Seaford; Jason Owens- Seaford; Tyrone ParkerWoodbridge; Leon Davis- Woodbridge; Patrick Davis- Woodridge; Jamier PowellSeaford; Nick Matos- Woodbridge; Jose Santos- Seaford; Troy DeShields- Sussex

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Thursday, Dec. 16- Swimming- Seaford home vs. Caesar Rodney, 3:30 p.m., Sussex Tech at Milford, 3:30 p.m.

Friday, Dec. 17- Girls’ basketball- Woodbridge at Laurel, 6:15 p.m., Seaford at Delmar, 6 p.m., Sussex Tech at Cape Henlopen, 7:15 p.m.; wrestling- Parkside Tournament, 3 p.m., Battle at the Beach, TBA, Woodbridge home vs. North Dorcester, 6:30 p.m.; boys’ basketball- Delmar at Seaford, 6:15 p.m.; Sussex Tech home vs.

Cape Henlopen, 7:15 p.m.

Saturday, Dec. 18- Wrestling- Parkside Tournament, TBA, Battle at the Beach, TBA, Beast of the East, TBA; boys’ basketball- Sussex Tech at Salesianum, 7:30 p.m., Delmarva Christian home vs. Delaware Military Academy, 2:30 p.m.; girls’ basketball- Delmarva Christian home vs. Delaware Military Academy, noon Sunday, Dec. 19- Wrestling- Beast of the East, TBA Monday, Dec. 20- Indoor track- Worcester County meet, 2 p.m.; wrestling- Seaford at Polytech, 4:30 p.m.

Tuesday, Dec. 21- Girls’ basketball- Seaford home vs. Polytech, 5 p.m., Delmar at Woodbridge, 6 p.m.; boys’ basketball- Seaford at Polytech, 5:15 p.m., Woodbridge at Delmar, 5:15 p.m.

Wednesday, Dec. 22- Wrestling- Delmar at Woodbridge, 7 p.m., Sussex Tech at Lake Forest, 6:30 p.m.

Seaford High varsity indoor track and field team Head coach: David Demarest Years coaching- three and a half years Returning athletes: boys- Rashawn Church, Corrie Collins, Jamil Moore, Jordan Stanley, Hashun Mitchell, Osbaldo Alcantara Girls- Marie and Denieze Bien-Aime, Kaycee McCane, Johane Mommin, Carlincia Jean, Eugenie Gabriel New runners: Girls- Christiana Griffin, Amber Travis; Boys- Avontai Bland, Anthony Taylor Alfred Cetoute Strengths- experience, work ethic and determination Weakness- lack of numbers

Woodbridge’s James Carter, right, prepares to make a move during his 189 pound match last week in Bridgeville. Photo by Mike McClure

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The following are the candidates. Please mark your choices: Coach of the Year• Bill Hamm, SDR flag football • Tim Lee, Seaford boys’ soccer • Nancy Tribbitt, Sussex Tech field hockey • Connie Bean, Woodbridge field hockey • Bailey Noel, Seaford boys’ swimming • Michele Thomas, Sussex Tech girls’ swimming Team of the Year• Sussex Tech field hockey • Seaford boys’ swim team • Sussex Tech girls’ cross country • Woodbridge Senior League baseball • Seaford boys’ tennis team • Nanticoke Junior League softball Story of the Year• Sussex Tech baseball wins first conference title • Phil Burtelle announces his retirement • Sussex Tech field hockey team wins back-to-back state titles • Seaford varsity boys’ swim team wins fourth straight conference title • Tim Lee records his 200th win Athlete of the YearFemale- n Maxine Fluharty, Sussex Tech; n Kelsey Johnson, Woodbridge; n Molly Cain, Seaford; n Paige Venables, Seaford Male- n Vincent Glover, Seaford; n Ethan Lee, Seaford; n Desmond Sivels, Sussex Tech; n Tim Halter, Seaford; n Wendell Cannon, Sussex Tech

Select one of each of the choices above or write them in or post on the Facebook page. Include your name, home town, and a contact number for a chance to win the subscription (limit one vote per person). Entries may be sent to the Star (by noon, Dec. 23) at sports@mspublications.com, 302-629-9243 (f), or P.O. Box 1000, Seaford, DE, 19973.

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Sussex Tech grad Alex Thomas of Seaford is shown in action during college wrestling match. Thomas, a sophomore at Clarion University, was recently named as the PSAC and EWL wrestler of the week.

Sussex Tech grad Thomas named wrestler of the week

Seaford’s Dominique Ayres, Woodbridge’s Patrick Davis, and Laurel’s Justin Rife advanced to the championship match in their weight class at last weekend’s Milford Invitational. Ayres won the 119 pound weight class with a 7-6 victory.

Davis finished second in the 145 pound weight class with a 13-7 loss in the finals while Rife lost, 3-1, in the 215 pound finals.

Seaford’s Jamier Powell (103) defeated Laurel’s Daquan Bailey, 5-3; Woodbridge’s Nick Matos (112) recorded a pin at 1:46; Seaford’s Jose Santos (130) had a 5-2 win; Laurel’s Tyler Givans (135) picked up a 3-2 victory; and Laurel’s Zach Whaley (171) won, 10-5, in the third place matches.

Delmarva Christian girls’ basketball team looks to improve

Head coach- Mike Vonhoff Years coaching- six Last season- 7-13 Returning players- Seniors Emily Mitchell (G), Devin Taylor (F), and Rebecca Bryan (F); juniors Mary Phillips (G), Christie Betts (G), Sarah Bryan, and Maggie Winterling (F); and sophomores Aneya Taylor (G) and Kate Workman (G) Newcomers- Freshmen Amanda Williams (G), Laura Todd (G), Erica Apgar (G), Rachel Betts (G), Katherine Harmon (G), Jayne Stevens (G), and Lindsay Bonk (F) Team strengths- “The team has a great work ethic. We expect to be strong on the defensive end of the court.”

Concerns- “The team is young and has not played together much. It will take time to develop the younger players and to learn to work as a team.”

Key losses- Kiena Harmon and Emily Pentoney Outlook for season- “We expect to be a strong contender in the ESIAC conference and to struggle in the DSAC. The goal is to get better every day and develop our younger players.”

Sussex Tech boys’ basketball team falls to Smyrna The Sussex Tech varsity boys’ basketball team lost to Smyrna, 61-46, last Friday.

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Sussex Tech varsity wrestlers place at War on the Shore Sussex Tech’s Tyler Jump, Nick Bennett, and Matt Bennett placed in the top eight at the War on the Shore wrestling tournament which took place last weekend at the Wicomico Civic Center in Salisbury. Jump (103) placed eighth, Nick Bennett (125) was fifth, and Matt Bennett (135) came in seventh.

Fluharty, Phillips named first team all-state for field hockey Sussex Tech senior Maxine Fluharty and Delmar junior Caroline Phillips were recently named first team all-state for the 2010 field hockey season. Fluharty was also named player of the year while Raven head coach Nancy Tribbitt was named cocoach of the year.

Sussex Tech seniors Logan Pavlik and Kelsey Doherty and Delmar junior Carlee Budd were selected second team all-state. Sussex Tech senior Abby Atkins received honorable mention.

Troyer nets 14 points in Delmarva Christian boys’ basketball loss Delmarva Christian’s Tyler Troyer scored 14 points in his team’s varsity boys’ basketball loss to Wilmington Christian last Friday in Georgetown. The Royals lost the home contest, 81-34.

Delmarva Christian girls’ basketball falls to Wilmington Christian

The Delmarva Christian varsity girls’ basketball team lost to Wilmington Christian, 43-20, last Friday in Wilmington. Devan Taylor led the Royals with six points in the loss.

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Three local wrestlers advance to Milford Invitational finals

Sussex Tech graduate Alex Thomas, a sophomore at Clarion University, was named as the PSAC and EWL Wrestler of the Week for his performance in winning the PSAC individual title at 197-pounds recently. The win helped lead the Golden Eagles to the 2010 PSAC Team Title at Bloomsburg.

Thomas, who is from Seaford, rolled through the PSAC field at 197-pounds pinning all four opponents. In the finals he pinned Edinboro’s Shawn Fendone at 0:51 with a power half nelson. He pinned Fendone in the PSAC finals a year ago.

Thomas pinned Travis Stem (LH) in the opening round at 1:57, then pinned Dan Cox (Mill) at 1:32, before pinning Mercyhurst’s Michael Pollard at 5:56 in the semis. Thomas raised his season record to 7-3.

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MAJOR DECISION- Woodbridge’s Joquon Smith, top, won by major decision in his 125 pound match last Wednesday in Bridgeville. Photo by Mike McClure

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Seaford Star sports contest runs through Dec. 23

The following are the Seaford Star sports contest results as of Monday, Dec. 13: Story of the Year- Sussex Tech field hockey team wins back-to-back state titles (45 percent); Sussex Tech baseball wins first conference title (36 percent); Seaford varsity boys’ swim team wins fourth straight conference title (nine percent), Tim Lee records his 200th win (nine percent); Phil Burtelle announces his retirement Athlete of the Year- Female- Maxine Fluharty, Sussex Tech (62 percent); Kelsey Johnson, Woodbridge (38 percent); Molly Cain, Seaford; Paige Venables, Seaford Male- Desmond Sivels, Sussex Tech (44 percent); Ethan Lee, Seaford (33 percent); Vincent Glover, Seaford (11 percent); Tim Halter, Seaford; Wendell Cannon, Sussex Tech Coach of the Year- Nancy Tribbitt, Sussex Tech field hockey (53 percent); Bill Hamm, SDR flag football (27 percent); Tim Lee, Seaford boys’ soccer (seven percent), Connie Bean, Woodbridge field hockey (seven percent); Lou Nicoletti, Sussex Tech cross country (seven percent); Bailey Noel, Seaford boys’ swimming; Michele Thomas, Sussex Tech girls’ swimming Team of the Year- Sussex Tech field hockey (64 percent); Sussex Tech girls’ cross country (18 percent), Seaford boys’ swim team (nine percent); Woodbridge Senior League baseball (nine percent); Seaford boys’ tennis team; Nanticoke Junior League softball The deadline to vote (sports@mspublications.com, 302-629-9243- f, or at Seaford Star sports on Facebook) is Dec. 23 at noon. All who vote will be entered into a drawing for a free one year subscription to the Star.

Woodbridge boys’ basketball team looks to gain experience Head coach- Emilio Perry Years coaching- six Last season- 6-6, 8-12 Returning players- seniors Trez’mon Kane (F) and Shawnell Jackson (F); juniors Leon Davis (G), George Knight (G), and Jermane Roberts (G); and sophomores Shai Burbage (G) and Jervis Cox (C) Newcomers- juniors Rasuan Dale (G), Brandon Posey (F), Marrin Houston (F), and Troy Worthy (F) and sophomore Rashad Duncan (F) Team strengths- resilient, togetherness, and commitment Concerns- inexperience Outlook for season- “Look to improve my guys physically and mentally.”

Jones nets 19 as Greenwood Mennonite girls earn win Greenwood Mennonite’s Amy Jones scored a game-high 19 points to lead her team to a 41-34 win over Worcester Prep on Friday, Dec. 3. Erin Chisenhall added eight points and Shania Byler had six for the Flames in the victory.

Seaford varsity girls’ basketball team loses to Indian River Seaford High School senior Jamil Moore fights off two Indian River defenders for the basket in the home opener last Friday night. Photo by Lynn Schofer

Boys’ basketball continued extremely proud of them,” Doakes said.

Blue Jays top Indians - Seaford defeated Indian River in the home opener last Friday night. Seaford was in control of the game’s tempo throughout but some mental mistakes seemed to keep IR closer than the Seaford coaches would have liked.

In the first quarter Seaford put man to man defense on the court and quickly put IR down, 16-8, with 2:36 remaining.

The Blue Jays had no problem creating an open lane but early misses on easy baskets were somewhat frustrating for the team.

In the second quarter Jeffrey Akins led Seaford at both ends of the court creating turnovers and assists for points. After the game Akins said, “We are starting to come together but we have to work on some things a little more.”

Seaford’s Jason Owens and Deron Wright made a strong combination in both height and rebounds that kept Indian River off the boards.

The Indians stayed after the Blue Jays and with less than a minute to play scored five unanswered points to pull within nine at half time.

In the second half, Seaford quickly took a 47-32 lead on quick outlet passes from forwards Owens and Wright. Akins continued to lead the team even when things just didn’t seem to gel.

“We allowed them to beat us at the baseline and allowed some easy shots but we got it together,” said Akins.

At the end of the third quarter Seaford remained in the lead. In the final quarter, Seaford committed several reaching fouls and lost some momentum. Coach Doakes said, “We have to be more consistent with the shot selection and execute our game.”

In the final two minutes of play Indian River pulled to within nine points giving them a chance to upset the Blue Jays at home, however, the point deficit proved to be too much and Seaford notched the win.

Doakes believes his team has the tools and talent, “We are working on court demeanor and playing through the tough times; it will help the team unite.”

Seaford takes the 2-0 record on the road to play Laurel on Tuesday. Scoring for the Blue Jays on Friday: Jamil Moore 5, Juwan Mullen 2, Andre Allen 1, Shaquil Turnage 3, Andre Washington 3, Rashawn Church 11, Jeff Akins 17, Jason Owens 19, and Deron Wright 10.

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The Seaford varsity girls’ basketball team fell to Indian River, 49-37, last Friday.

La’Shyra Williams scored a game-high 18 points and Monshea Murray added eight points in the loss.

Woodbridge girls’ basketball team earns day game win The Woodbridge varsity girls’ basketball team earned a 42-18 non-conference win over Campus Community last Wednesday in Bridgeville. Taija Maddox led the Raiders with 16 points while Anyea Griffin and Alana Frisby each had six points.

Woodbridge boys’ basketball team falls to St. Georges The Woodbridge varsity boys’ basketball team lost to St. Georges Tech, 55-45, in a non-conference road game last Thursday. Tyrone Parker led the Raiders with 14 points while Leon Davis and Jermane Roberts each had nine points.

GOING FOR THE PIN- Steve Holston looks for the pin during the Woodbridge varsity wrestling team’s season opener last Wednesday in Bridgeville. Holston went on to record a pin in 38 seconds. Photo by Mike McClure

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Seaford/Laurel Star Monday/Tuesday varsity sports scoreboard

Laurel’s Chris Jones goes in for a shot during his team’s home contest against Seaford. Jones had six points in the Bulldogs’ loss. Photo by Mike McClure

Seaford boys’ basketball team tops Laurel for road win

Wrestling- Appoquinimink 42, Woodbridge 30 (Monday)- Jose Rodriguez (103), Nick Matos (112), Willie Davis (119), Patrick Davis (145), Luis Nieves (160), James Carter (189), and Luis Norwood (215) recorded pins for the Raiders.

Boys’ basketball- Campus Community 54, Delmarva Christian 37 (Monday)Tyler Troyer had nine points for the Royals.

Indian River 45, Woodbridge 41- Leon Davis led the Raiders with 16 points in the loss to the Indians.

Milford 73, Sussex Tech 63- Troy DeShields scored 23 points and Javon Whaley added 15 for the Ravens.

Girls’ basketball- Lake Forest 49, Delmar 47- The Spartans used a 20-10 advantage in the final quarter for the win. Daijah Brown scored 25 points in the loss.

Seaford 73, Laurel 45- Tynetta Washington paced Seaford with 16 points while La’Shyra Williams netted 15, and Monshea Murray added nine. Alexis Hunt scored 17 points and Daneka Dixon added nine for Laurel.

Indian River 61, Woodbridge 54- Anyea Griffin scored a team-high 19 points and Taija Maddox chipped in with 18 points for the Raiders.

Milford 54, Sussex Tech 40- Moriah Johnson netted five three-pointer and 15 points and Thomeka Floyd scored 12 points in the Ravens’ loss.

Swimming- Boys- St. Andrews 108, Seaford 62- 50 freestyle- 1. Dustin Venables, 23.34; 400 freestyle relay- 1. Seaford (Venables, Schwinn, Crouse, Duke), 3:41.83 Girls- St. Andrews 90, Seaford 80- 200 medley relay- 1. Seaford (DuPont, Smith, Cannon, Sypek), 2:12.04; 200 IM- 1. Hailey Parks, 2:49.42; 100 butterfly- 1. Shanice Cannon, 1:09; 100 breaststroke- 1. Cannon, 1:20.78

By Mike McClure The Seaford varsity boys’ basketball team pulled away from Laurel late in the first quarter of Tuesday’s game in Laurel and went on to win the contest, 81-41. Rashawn Church had a game-high 17 points to help lead the Blue Jays.

Church netted three points to give Seaford the early lead (6-2). Church and Jason Owens each had four more points to make it 14-6 before Owens hit a three-pointer to up the Blue Jays’ lead to 19-8.

Seaford ended the quarter with a 23-12 advantage as Church and Owens each scored nine points. Gerald Scott netted four points in the first quarter for the Bulldogs.

Seaford’s Shaquil Turnage and Andre Allen each tallied seven points in the second quarter for a 49-22 Blue Jay lead at the half. Church and Owens led all scorers with 11 first half points. Laurel’s Keenan Mitchell netted all six of his team-best six points in the second quarter.

Juwan Mullen scored nine points in the third quarter while Church netted six more points as Seaford held a 73-37 lead. Shawn Miller scored eight points in the quarter with Chris Jones adding four.

Seaford held an 8-4 advantage in the final quarter for the 81-41 win. Owens had 12 points; Mullen added 11; and DeRon Wright, Allen, and Turnage each scored eight points. Miller led Laurel with 14 points and Jones and Mitchell chipped in with six points apiece.

BLUE RAIDERS- Above, Woodbridge’s Nick Matos, right, recorded a pin in his 112 pound match to help the Raiders to a home win over St. Thomas More last Wednesday in Bridgeville. Below, Woodbridge’s Luis Nieves, left, looks to roll over his opponent during last Wednesday’s varsity wrestling match. Photos by Mike McClure

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GOING FOR TWO- Laurel’s Alexis Hunt goes up for a shot during Tuesday’s game in Seaford. Hunt had 17 points for the Bulldogs in the 73-45 loss. Photo by Lynn Schofer

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Seaford Recreation Department to hold Junior Jordan clinic The Seaford Recreation Department’s Junior Jordan Basketball Clinic, for boys and girls in grades K-3, will be held on Saturdays in January at the Fred Douglass gym. The cost is $5 per child. Basic fundamentals will be stressed at the clinic. The deadline to register is Dec. 31.

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STAR FALL YOUTH SPORTS SCRAPBOOK- Shown (top to bottom) are scenes from the Fall youth sports season: the Ravens’ Dillon Nickle makes the run as the Cowboys Derek Johnson reaches for the flag during a Seaford Department of Recreation flag football game.; Laurel’s Isaiha Fosque looks to shake Seaford’s Miles Andrews during a Pop Warner Mitey Mite game. Photos by Lynn Schofer and Mike McClure

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From left are Nimble Fingers members Shirley Pauley, Pat Wessner, Doris Richard and Rachel Knapp, all of the Long Neck area.

Nimble Fingers spread warmth Nimble Fingers is the name for the busy people who knit and crochet all year long for the Sussex County Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP). These volunteers met at a Holiday Workshop on Dec. 3, to deliver their projects, receive their yarn supplies for next year’s projects and to celebrate their accomplishments.

On the following Monday, some 2,466 colorful lap robes, scarves, mittens, hats, helmet liners, chemo caps and assorted baby items were sorted by four of the ladies before being delivered to 36 agencies and organizations in the county. There were also bags for walkers in the collection. Many of these items may be Christmas gifts for some people.

RSVP is especially proud of the two young ladies who not only knit items, but who also participated in delivering them.

Some of the youngest members of Nimble Fingers, Jordan Saez, 13 and Journey Saez, 11, both of Lewes.

This is a big project, but it can be done at home or with friends. Anyone who likes to knit or crochet can call RSVP at 8565815 for more information about Nimble Fingers.

Delaware’s agricultural producers are encouraged to sign up by Jan. 7, 2011, for the voluntary Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP) to be considered for the first round of funding in fiscal year 2011.

Administered by the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), CSP offers producers technical and financial assistance to improve natural resources by undertaking additional conservation enhancements and practices while continuing to properly maintain existing conservation activities on their private land.

CSP is a unique, performance based conservation program.

CSP participants who install more conservation enhancements receive a higher performance rating, resulting in a higher payment rate.

The top conservation enhancements installed by Delaware producers in fiscal year 2010 included the following: deep rooted crops to breakup soil compaction, cover crops to scavenge residual nitrogen, and technologies to reduce pesticide drift, among others.

Delaware also placed a special emphasis on enhancements for organic producers or those transitioning to organics.

“This year, we’ll be adding a few additional enhancements specific to Delaware to help producers further address water, soil and air quality, among other natural resources,” said Russell Morgan, Delaware NRCS State Conservationist.

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Principal outlines plans for ‘reinventing’ the school

By Lynn R. Parks During Monday night’s meeting of the Seaford School Board, Seaford High School principal Mike Smith outlined plans for “reinventing” the school.

The district is reworking Seaford High in light of the school’s ranking according to student scores on the state tests. Of five rankings, SHS has the next-to-lowest, “Academic Progress.”

“Next year, Seaford High School will have an entirely different look,” said Smith, who was hired as interim principal in the summer and who was named principal at Monday night’s meeting.

Starting next year, SHS will begin offering leadership academies to its students.

Eventually, Smith said, the school will have five academies.

Available next year will be a military academy, a step up from the ROTC unit that the school currently supports. The school has 140 students in its ROTC program now; Smith predicted that in three years, the military academy will have 250 students.

Also available next year will be the New Tech academy. New Tech is a California-based program that focuses on project-based learning. It “uses technology and inquiry to engage students with issues

and questions that are relevant to their lives,” according to its website. “Teachers become facilitators and coaches who guide students to take charge of their own learning…, students become active learners and doers who take responsibility to complete projects.”

Smith said that Seaford High will become the 63rd school in the nation to incorporate New Tech into its curriculum.

The academy will be open to 200 students next year, 300 the following year and 400, about half the school population, the year after that. Smith said that 60 students have already signed up for the program for next year.

Remnants of two additional academies, ag science and food service and business and health, will also get underway next year. Smith expects the two academies to be fully established in the 2012-2013 school year.

The ag science and food service academy will expand the school’s current foods program to focus on training students for careers in the agriculture and food service industries.

The fifth academy, International Baccalaureate, should be in place in two years, Smith said. The school is in the process of applying for certification through the International Baccalaureate Organization,

Seaford taking steps to solve flooding problem in and around Wilmar Village

By Lynn R. Parks

The Seaford City Council Tuesday night approved an easement that will allow the city to improve the parking lot of Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church, part of its plan to reduce flooding in and around Wilmar Village.

The easement grants the city a permanent right-of-way in the parking lot so that it can install and maintain a storm water system. In addition to piping, manholes, gutters and catch basins, that system will include “rain gardens,” landscaped areas designed to hold water and allow it to seep into the earth.

The city will also replace part of the church’s existing parking lot with pavers, which allow rainwater to seep into the earth.

This is part of a $2.579 million flood relief project that the city is planning. In November, the city council voted to accept a state loan to do the project. The city has 120 days to meet the conditions of the loan, or else it forfeits the funding. Among the conditions is the OK of the public in a referendum.

Resolutions for the referendum, including setting a date, will be presented at upcoming city council meetings. The city will have to hire a special law firm to prepare those resolutions.

The 20-year loan, authorized by the Delaware Clean Water Advisory Council, would carry a two-percent interest rate and no closing fee. Annual payback, which would be collected through the city’s sewer bills, would be $157,090, or approximately $3.56 per month per household.

The new rain gardens and paving in the

Our Lady of Lourdes parking lot are some of the environmentally-sound aspects of the flood-relief plan that allowed the city to get such a low interest rate. The plan includes several other rain gardens.

“The green components are instrumental to our funding,” City Manager Dolores Slatcher said. “If we choose not to do it, we choose not to have a project.”

Homes and streets in Wilmar Village are frequently flooded following rainstorms. They were severely flooded in June 2006 after a storm dumped up to 13 inches of rain on western Sussex County.

In addition, the dam at Williams Pond, where all the storm water from Wilmar Village ends up, was under severe stress after the storm.

Because of fear that the dam would break, residents of the nearby LifeCare at Lofland Park rehabilitation center had to be evacuated.

Slatcher has said that the flooding relief project would have benefits beyond Wilmar Village. It would also help control storm water on Collins Avenue and would include a new outfall pipe on the downstream side of the Williams Pond dam that would ease pressure on the pond after large rainfalls.

Engineering firm George, Miles and Buhr has nearly completed an engineering study of flooding in the area and ways to alleviate it. In a presentation to the city council in February 2007, GMB project director Judy Schwartz said that the current storm-water management system was installed in 1949 by the Delaware Department of Transportation and then upgraded in 1961 to include Wilmar Village. The area was annexed into the city in 1966.

which has programs in 3,000 schools in 140 countries. Students who select this academy will earn a dual diploma, from Seaford High and from International Baccalaureate.

IB classes are very rigorous, Smith said, even more rigorous than Advanced Placement (AP) classes. Mt. Pleasant High School in Wilmington, part of the Brandywine School District, is the only public school in Delaware to be an IB school.

“We will be the first south of the canal,” Smith said.

In addition to all of this, the school also

plans to start offering courses in English and math in conjunction with Del Tech.

The courses will count for high school as well as college credit, Smith said. “When our students go on to college, they will already have their English and math requirements off the table,” he added.

The challenge for this program, he added, will not be in finding teachers; Seaford High already has four teachers who also teach at Del Tech. Rather, it will be in finding the funding for required books and to pay for the college credits. “Del Tech is not free,” he said.

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board’s focus should be on protecting instructional time. High school social studies teacher Gary Zoll, speaking on behalf of the high school staff, also agreed with Farris.

“Students who miss an hour of class every week are missing one-fifth of their instructional time,” he said. “They can make up the work. But they can’t make up the time in the classroom that they have missed.”

Zoll also worried about the precedent that allowing a student organization to meet every week during the school day would set.

The new policy allows students to miss up to one hour per month of instructional time to participate in a student organization. The students have to have written permission from their parents in order to miss class and have to make up their classroom work.

The policy is a compromise between two alternatives, one allowing unlimited release time and the other allowing none.

Board member Clint Dunn suggested the compromise, saying that he was in favor of limited release time. “This allows the students to work out how they will spend that hour,” he said.

The vote to approve the policy was 3 to 0, with Parks abstaining. (The fifth member of the board, Carlton Cannon, was not present.) The vote to turn down an earlier motion, made by Parks, to approve the policy that would allow unlimited release time was 3 to 1. Parks, who in this case did not abstain, cast the lone vote for that policy.

Policy addresses issue of missing classes for student organizations Under a policy approved by the Seaford School Board Monday night, students at the high school will be allowed to miss no more than one hour of instructional time a month to participate in student organizations. Those organizations include the school’s chapter of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes, which has been meeting every Wednesday afternoon, 1:30 to 2:30, at the Western Sussex Boys and Girls Club.

School board president Suzanne Farris said that her vote in favor of the new policy had nothing to do with the Fellowship of Christian Athletes. “I have no problem with that organization,” she said. “I do have a problem with the burden an hour a week release time puts on our teachers,” who have to work with students who miss class to help them make up work.

Farris also said that allowing students to miss class every week “devalues instructional time.” She added, “We say that it’s important for students to be in class and we have to back that up.”

School board member Frank Parks is a sponsor of the Seaford FCA chapter. He argued that the organization is valuable to students. “The Fellowship of Christian Athletes is an educational program,” he said. “It offers something that [the high school] doesn’t have. There are a lot of parents who want a Christian education for their children but can’t afford it. This gives them something.”

Student Ethan Lee, who is president of the Seaford FCA chapter, also spoke in favor of allowing members to continue to meet weekly. “This has had a great impact on my life,” he said. “We can offer more of an impact and affect even more people if we are allowed to meet during school time.”

Until now, the school district did not have a policy to address release time for student organizations. If an organization wanted to hold an activity during the day, sponsors asked the school principal for permission to do so. Other than the FCA, the high school’s student organizations meet after school.

“This has never been an issue until now,” said board member Katy Kimpton.

“Organizations met regularly, using [early] release time only when necessary. Now, it’s become a big problem because of the frequency” of the FCA meetings.

Kimpton agreed with Farris that the

Lot realignment approved

Following a public hearing, the Seaford City Council Tuesday night granted a property owner’s request to move the line between two properties on Market Street.

The realignment means that both lots now meet the city’s requirement that lots be 35 feet wide.

The lots, across the street from the Odd Fellows Cemetery, are owned by Derrick Parker with E. Gray Investments. One lot is recently vacant and the house on the other is due to be torn down. Zoning for the lots is for medium-density residential housing.

During the public hearing, Mayor Ed Butler praised Parker’s plans to build on the lots. “This is certainly a good idea and a much-needed project,” he said.

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Republicans select new leaders

Babinski completes training

Army PFC Leanne Babinski, formerly of Greenwood, graduated from Army Basic Combat Training at Fort Sill, Okla. The soldier completed 10 weeks of extensive training in physical fitness, basic combat, skills in weapons and chemical warfare. She also learned the history, tradition and core values of being a soldier in the U.S. Army.

The proud parents are Jeffrey and Linda Babinski of Spring, Texas. She is also the granddaughter of Rose Babinski and the late Arthur Babinski.

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DNREC offers a recycling grant The Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control is accepting loan applications for the Universal Recycling Grant and Low Interest Loan Program. Applications must be submitted no later than 4:30 p.m. on Jan. 24, 2011. Grant awards are expected to be announced in February. DNREC, with the assistance of the Recycling Public Advisory Council (RPAC), developed the grant and loan program pursuant to requirements of Delaware’s new solid waste recycling law, known as Universal Recycling. Universal recycling aims to reduce the amount of municipal solid waste generated and disposed of in Delaware and contribute towards achieving the state’s goal of recycling 75 percent of solid waste generated.

This will help to conserve resources, save energy, extend the life of the landfills, create jobs, reduce green house gas emissions, and promote sustainability.

Specifically, the grant and loan program is designed to assist entities engaged in the business of collecting, transporting,

processing or marketing recyclables, with the implementation of recyclables collection and processing, with emphasis on start-up costs for residential recycling initiatives. Up to $16 million in grant funding is available during this initial offering.

Eligible applicants are entities engaged in the business of collecting, transporting, processing or marketing recyclables.

Applicants are encouraged to establish cooperative partnerships with other parties, including private industry.

A public information workshop will be held at the Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control, Richardson and Robbins Building Auditorium, 89 Kings Hwy., Dover, from 2 to 4 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 6, 2011. For more information, contact Bill Miller at bill.miller@ state.de.us or Jim Short at james.short@ state.de.us or by phone, 302-739-9403.

Applications can also be downloaded from DNREC’s website at http://www. awm.delaware.gov/Pages/RecyclingGrants. aspx.

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Republicans in the Delaware House of Representatives have selected new leadership for the 146th General Assembly.

The House Minority Caucus chose State Rep. Greg Lavelle (R-Sharpley) to be its Minority Leader. Rep. Lavelle is a 10-year House veteran representing constituents in a portion of northern New Castle County.

State Rep. Gerald Hocker (R-Ocean View) was chosen by his colleagues to be the new Minority Whip. Rep. Hocker, a noted Sussex County entrepreneur and business owner, was first elected to office in 2002 representing southeast Sussex County.

This is the first time either legislator has served in a leadership role.

The selections by the 15-member House Minority Caucus were made at a recent meeting in Legislative Hall – the first time the group has gathered since the General Election.

The House Minority Caucus lost two seats in the fall races, giving House Democrats a super-majority of 26 members.

The new Minority Leader and Minority Whip represent districts at opposite ends of the state, but they say they’re united in their vision of the role their caucus will

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“The top concerns I’m hearing from my constituents are the need for more jobs, while reducing the size of state government,” Rep. Hocker said. “They think the government is growing completely out of control.”

Rep. Lavelle says even though they’re in the minority, House Republicans will continue to advocate for smaller government and reduced state spending. “We spend a ton of money in the State of Delaware on a per capita basis – we’re in the top five [states] in the country – and that’s not something that can continue.”

Rep. Lavelle added that House Republicans’ support for state and local government reforms would continue and that his caucus, while ready to work with Democrats, will not shy away from presenting a different perspective. “We will continue to be a loyal opposition, a principled opposition and a cooperative partner – all combined,” he said.

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LEGALS NOTICE

On Saturday, 1/15/11 at 11:00 a.m., Peninsula Mini Storage, located at 40 S. Market St., Blades/Sea­ford, DE will hold a public auction pursuant to the State of Delaware Self-Storage Facility Act Title 25 Chapter 49.

The following storage units will be sold or disposed of for Non-Payment of storage rent. Tenants name and last known address are listed below.

Shanna Friend, Federalsburg, MD, Unit 221; Melvin Disharoon, Seaford, DE, Unit 152.

Peninsula Mini Storage 302-629-5743 Frank Passwaters, Storage Manager 12/16/2tc

PUBLIC HEARING

The Commissioners of Bridgeville will hold a Public Hearing at their January 10, 2011 monthly Commission meeting to receive public comment and present Ordinance A10-11 for a second and final reading. This Ordinance changes the zoning of four parcels owned by Mr. E. Dale Wheatley from R-1 with an RPC Overlay to R-1 with an AIOZ Overlay. The parcels include Tax Map #1-31-19.00-8.00 and Tax Map #1-31-18.0022.00, 28.00 & 35.00. A copy of the Ordinance is available for review at Town Hall. The meeting begins at 7:00 P.M. at the Bridgeville Town Hall, 101 N. Main Street.

COMMISSIONERS OF BRIDGEVILLE MERRITT BURKE IV, TOWN MANAGER 12/16/1tc

CITY OF SEAFORD NOTICE OF CONDEMNATION NOTICE TO VACATE

Name of Property Owner: John C. McDor­ man, 213 N. Conwell Street, Seaford, DE 19973 The City of Seaford has condemned the below said structure, as per the Notification of Owner dated September 8, 2010 pursuant to Section 4-23-23(d) of the City of Seaford Housing Code. The structure is all or part thereof found to be unsafe, dangerous to life, health, property, and the safety of the public because it lacks maintenance, lacks sanitary and heating facilities, illumination and other essential equipment.

Description of structure: 124 E. King Street Tax Map and Parcel: 4-31-4.00-100.00

Seaford DE 19973 Remedies: Said Condemned structure shall not be reoccupied without the correction of specific code violations.

Joshua E. Littleton, Building Official 12/16/1tc

CITY OF SEAFORD NOTICE OF CONDEMNATION NOTICE TO VACATE

Name of Property Owner: Daniel R. Ross, Diane M Buonopane 208 E. King Street Seaford, DE 19973 The City of Seaford has condemned the below said structure, as per the Notification of Owner dated August 13, 2010 pursuant to Section 4-23-23(d) of the City of Seaford Housing Code. The structure is all or part thereof found to be unsafe, dangerous to life, health, property, and the safety of the public because it lacks maintenance, lacks sanitary and heating facilities, illumination and other essential equipment.

Description of structure: 208 E. King Street Tax Map and Parcel: 4-31-5.00-145.00 Seaford DE 19973 Remedies: Said Condemned structure shall not be reoccupied without the correction of specific code violations.

Joshua E. Littleton, Building Official 12/16/1tc

CITY OF SEAFORD NOTICE OF CONDEMNATION NOTICE TO VACATE

Name of Property Owner: Joseph and Roseine Scurry 708 Woolford Street Seaford, DE 19973 The City of Seaford has condemned the below said structure, as per the Notification of Owner dated October 28, 2010 pursuant to Section 4-23-23(d) of the City of Seaford Housing Code. The structure is all or part thereof found to be unsafe, dangerous to life, health, property, and the safety of the public because it lacks sanitary and heating facilities, illumination and other essential equipment.

Description of structure: 708 Woolford Street Tax Map and Parcel 3-31-5.19-172.01 Seaford DE 19973 Remedies: Said Condemned structure shall not be reoccupied without the correction of specific code violations.

Joshua E. Littleton, Building Official 12/16/1tc

CITY OF SEAFORD NOTICE OF CONDEMNATION NOTICE TO VACATE

Name of Property Owner: Herbert Ricketts, Hrs, c/o Vergonda Bacon 24329 Concord Pond Road, Seaford, DE 19973 The City of Seaford has condemned the below said structure, as per the Notification of Owner dated January 13, 2010 and March 5, 2010 pursuant to Section 4-23-23(d) of the City of Seaford Housing Code.

The structure is all or part thereof found to be unsafe, dangerous to life, health, property, and the safety of the public because it lacks maintenance, is in extreme disrepair, is unsanitary, contains filth and contamination, lacks sanitary and heating facilities, illumination and other essential equipment.

Description of structure: 720 Clarence Street Tax Map and Parcel: 3-31-5.19-135.00 Seaford DE 19973 Remedies: Said Condemned structure shall not be reoccupied without the correction of specific code violations.

Joshua E. Littleton, Building Official 12/16/1tc

CITY OF SEAFORD NOTICE OF CONDEMNATION NOTICE TO VACATE

Name of Property Owner: Charles Smack, Helen Burton & Mildred Wainwright 808 E. Third Street Seaford DE 19973 The City of Seaford has condemned the below said structure, as per the Notification of Owner dated February 5, 2010 pursuant to Section 4-23-23(d) of the City of Seaford Housing Code. The structure is all or part thereof found to be unsafe, dangerous to life, health, property, and the safety of the public because it lacks maintenance, is in disrepair, lacks sanitary and heating facilities, illumination and other essential equipment.

Description of structure: 808 E. THIRD STEET Tax Map and Parcel 4-31-5.00-421.00 Seaford DE 19973 Remedies: Said Condemned structure shall not be reoccupied without the correction of specific code violations.

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CITY OF SEAFORD NOTICE OF CONDEMNATION

Name of Property Owner: Jean Desire, 220 E. Central Ave., Federalburg, MD 21632 The City of Seaford has condemned the below said structure, as per the Notification of Owner dated March 31, 2010 pursuant to Section 4-23-23(d) of the City of Seaford Housing Code. The structures are all or part thereof found to be unsafe, dangerous to life, health, property, and the safety of the public because they lack maintenance are in extreme disrepair, unsanitary, contain filth and contamination, lack sanitary and heating facilities, illumination and other essential equipment.

Description of structure: 452 NORTH STREET (House and accessory shed) Tax Map and Parcel: 4-31-2.00-37.00 Seaford DE 19973 Remedies: Said Condemned structure shall not be reoccupied without the correction of specific code violations.

Joshua E. Littleton, Building Official 12/16/1tc

CITY OF SEAFORD NOTICE OF CONDEMNATION

Name of Property Owner: Jean Desire, 220 E. Central Ave., Federalburg, MD 21632 The City of Seaford has condemned the below said structure, as per the Notification of Owner dated November 3, 2010 pursuant to Section 4-23-23(d) of the City of Seaford Housing Code. The structure is all or part thereof found to be unsafe, dangerous to life, health, property, and the safety of the public because it lacks maintenance and is in extreme disrepair..

Description of structure: 446 NORTH STREET SHED Tax Map and Parcel: 4-31-2.00-38.00 Seaford DE 19973 Remedies: Said Condemned structure shall not be reoccupied without the correction of specific code violations.

Joshua E. Littleton, Building Official 12/16/1tc

BID NOTICE

Sealed Bids, in duplication, will be received by the Town of Bridgeville, 101 North Main Street, Bridgeville, Delaware 19933, for the Handicap Ramp and Catch Basin Repair Project See LEGALS—page 51

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#10-P-PROG-41. Bids will be accepted by the Town of Bridgeville until 3:30 p.m. on December 17th, 2010, at which time they will be opened publicly and read aloud.

Handicap Ramp work includes repair and/or replacement. Catch Basin work includes new installation and repairs. Please be advised that compliance with the State of Delaware Department of Transportation and ADA regulations is required.

This project is being funded by the State of Delaware Department of Transportation and is subject to Delaware Prevailing Wage Rates. These regulations may be obtained at the Delaware Department of Labor.

Copies of the CONTRACT DOCUMENTS may be obtained at the Bridgeville Town Office.

The right is reserved as the interest of the Town of Bridgeville may appear, to reject any and all bids, to waive any informality or irregularity in bids received, and to accept or reject any items of any bid.

12/9/2tc

NOTICE

Estate of Mabel L. Griffith, Deceased.

Notice is hereby given that Letters of Administration upon the estate of Mabel L. Griffith who departed this life on the 28th day of April, A.D. 1980 late of Seaford, DE were duly granted unto Marilyn V. Truitt on the 17th day of November, A.D. 2010, and all persons indebted to the said deceased are required to make payments to the said Administratrix without delay, and all persons having demands against the deceased are required to exhibit and present the same duly probated to the said Administratrix on or before the 28th day of December, A.D. 1980 or abide by the law in this behalf.

Administratrix: Marilyn V. Truitt 614 Hickory Lane Seaford, DE 19973 Attorney: John E. Tarburton, Esq. 402 Pennsylvania Avenue Suite 2 Seaford, DE 19973 Gregory Fuller Sr. Register of Wills 12/2/3tc

NOTICE

Estate of Frances Handy Lang, Deceased.

Notice is hereby given that Letters of Testamentary upon the estate of Frances

Handy Lang who departed this life on the 17th day of November, A.D. 2010 late of Seaford, DE were duly granted unto Susan Handy Dupont, Eben D. Finney, III on the 22nd day of November, A.D. 2010, and all persons indebted to the said deceased are required to make payments to the said Co-Executors without delay, and all persons having demands against the deceased are required to exhibit and present the same duly probated to the said Co-Executors on or before the 17th day of July, A.D. 2011 or abide by the law in this behalf.

Co-Executors: Susan Handy Dupont 6870 Travelers Rest Cr. Easton, MD 21601 Eben D. Finney, III 1001 St. Georges Rd. Baltimore, MD 21210 Gregory Fuller Sr. Register of Wills 12/2/3tc

NOTICE

Estate of Florence R. Layton, Deceased.

Notice is hereby given that Letters of Testamentary upon the estate of Florence R. Layton who departed this life on the 8th day of October, A.D. 2010 late of Greenwood, DE were duly granted unto Russell B. Layton on the 17th day of November, A.D. 2010, and all persons indebted to the said deceased are required to make payments to the said Executor without delay, and all persons having demands against the deceased are required to exhibit and present the same duly probated to the said Executor on or before the 8th day of June, A.D. 2011 or abide by the law in this behalf.

Executor: Russell B. Layton 13152 Mennonite School Rd. Greenwood, DE 19950 Attorney: Shannon R. Owens, Esq. Procino Wells, LLC 225 High St. Seaford, DE 19973 Gregory Fuller Sr. Register of Wills 12/2/3tc

NOTICE

Estate of Bernice H. West, Deceased.

Notice is hereby given that Letters of Administration upon the estate of Bernice H. West who departed this life on the 8th day of September, A.D. 2010 late of Laurel, DE were duly granted unto Shirley Dillard on the 18th day of November, A.D. 2010, and all persons indebted to the said deceased are required to make payments to the

• DECEMBER 16 - 22, 2010

said Administratrix without delay, and all persons having demands against the deceased are required to exhibit and present the same duly probated to the said Administratrix on or before the 8th day of May, A.D. 2011 or abide by the law in this behalf.

Administratrix: Shirley Dillard 130 Bunche Blvd.

Wilmington, DE 19801-5723 Gregory Fuller Sr. Register of Wills 12/2/3tc

SHERIFF SALE

By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, December 21, 2010 At 9:30 A.M. & Thereafter At the Sussex County Sheriff’s Office, West Complex, 22215 DuPont Boulevard, Georgetown, Del­ a­ware, Georgetown Hundred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, the following described real estate to wit: ALL that certain lot, piece and parcel of land, situate, lying and being in the Town of Laurel, Little Creek Hundred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, located on the South side of Tenth Street, and being more particularly described as follows: BEGINNING at a pipe found lying on the Southerly right-of-way line of Tenth Street, said pipe found being a common boundary line for this land and for lands now or formerly of Jack Daniel Currie, etux.; thence by and with aforesaid Currie lands South 11 degrees 00 minutes 40 seconds West 136.14 feet to a pipe (found); thence turning and running by and with a common boundary line for this land and for Odd Fellows Cemetery Co., North 79 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West 50.01 feet to a pipe (found); thence turning and running by and with a common boundary line for this land and for lands now or formerly of Colby Wolfensberger North 11 degrees 04 minutes 35 seconds East 136.14 feet to an iron stob (found); thence turning and running by and with the Southerly right-of-way line of Tenth Street South 79 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East 49.86 feet home to the place of beginning, be the contents thereof what they may, as shown on a survey prepared by Thomas A. Temple, Jr. dated November 23,2005.

AND BEING the same lands and premises which Justin Buchwald and Connie Buchwald by deed dated December 30, 2005 and re-

corded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds in and for Sussex County, Delaware in Deed Book 3254 Page 218 did grant and convey unto BENJAMIN DEMPSEY AND CRYSTAL DEMPSEY, his wife.

Tax Parcel: 4-32-8.1076.00 Property Address: 228 WEST 10TH STREET, LAUREL Registration is required for all bidders prior to sale.

A $4,000.00 deposit (Cash or Cashiers/certified check payable to Sheriff of Sussex County) and valid driver’s license or photo I.D. are required to register.

TERMS: 20 percent of the purchase money will be demanded on day of sale (The $4,000.00 Bidder Registration Fee will be credited to the 20% deposit). Cash, Certified Check or Cashier’s Check, is required. The balance is to be paid on or before January 18, 2011.

Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on January 21, 2011 and also subject to a 1 1/2 percent Delaware Realty Transfer Tax; 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Also subject to 1 1/2 percent Sussex County Realty Tax, 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Any further Transfer Tax is the responsibility of the Purchaser.

The Purchaser will be required to pay the cost of the deed; a $200.00 deposit will be collected at the time of sale and will be refunded if a proper deed is presented to the Sheriff’s Office within Forty-Five days of confirmation. If the Purchaser fails to comply with these terms the percentum paid at the time of sale will be forfeited. Please make checks payable to: Sheriff of Sussex County.

Seized and taken in execution the property of BENJAMIN & CRYSTAL DEMPSEY and will be sold by Eric D. Swanson, Sheriff 12/9/2tc

SHERIFF SALE

By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, December 21, 2010 At 9:30 A.M. & Thereafter At the Sussex County Sheriff’s Office, West Complex, 22215 DuPont Boulevard, Georgetown, Delaware, Georgetown Hundred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, the following described real estate to wit: ALL THAT CERTAIN

PAGE 51 LOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND WITH IMPROVEMENTS THEREON ERECTED, LYING AND BEING KNOWN AS LOT 52 OF “CRESTFIELD”, PHASE II, PLOT BOOK 62, PAGE 231, AND SITUATE IN SEAFORD HUNDRED, SUSSEX COUNTY AND STATE OF DELAWARE, DESCRIBED MORE PARTICULARLY AS FOLLOWS, TO WIT; BEGINNING AT A PIPE FOUND ON THE EASTERLY RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF SOUTH PAULA LYNNE DRIVE AND BEING A CORNER FOR THIS LOT AND LOT 51; THENCE WITH SOUTH PAULA LYNNE DRIVE, NORTH 22 DEGREES 04 MINUTES 22 SECONDS WEST, A DISTANCE OF 190.00 FEET TO A PIPE; THENCE TURNING AND WITH LOT 53 NORTH 67 DEGREES 55 MINUTES 38 SECONDS EAST, A DISTANCE OF 303.87 FEET TO A POINT (303.37 FEET TO A PIPE FOUND); THENCE WITH LOTS 30 AND 29, SOUTH 07 DEGREES 15 MINUTES 22 SECONDS EAST, A DISTANCE OF 196.53 FEET TO A PIPE FOUND; THENCE WITH LOT 51 SOUTH 67 DEGREES 55 MINUTES 38 SECONDS EAST, A DISTANCE OF 253.61 FEET TO A POINT (253.10 FEET TO A PIPE FOUND); AT THE PONT AND PLACE OF BEGINNING,. BE THE CONTENTS THEREOF WHAT THEY MAY, AS SHOWN ON A SURVEY PREPARED BY TEMPLESELLERS, INC., DATED MARCH 21, 2000.

AND BEING the same lands and premises which Angel Gonzalez and Ann Marie Guerra a/kIa Anna Marie Guerra by deed dated September 28, 2007 and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds in and for Sussex County, Delaware in Deed Book 3636, Page 295 did grant and convey unto ANGEL GONZALEZ AND ANNA MARIE GUERRA. Tax Parcel: 5-31-8.0050.00 Property Address: 140 SOUTH PAULA LYNNE DRIVE, SEAFORD Registration is required for all bidders prior to sale.

A $4,000.00 deposit (Cash or Cashiers/certified check payable to Sheriff of Sussex County) and valid driver’s license or photo I.D. are required to register.

TERMS: 20 percent of the purchase money will be demanded on day of sale (The $4,000.00 Bidder Registration Fee will be credited to the 20% deposit). Cash, Certified Check or Cashier’s Check, is required. The balance is to be paid on or

before January 18, 2011.

Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on January 21, 2011 and also subject to a 1 1/2 percent Delaware Realty Transfer Tax; 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Also subject to 1 1/2 percent Sussex County Realty Tax, 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Any further Transfer Tax is the responsibility of the Purchaser.

The Purchaser will be required to pay the cost of the deed; a $200.00 deposit will be collected at the time of sale and will be refunded if a proper deed is presented to the Sheriff’s Office within Forty-Five days of confirmation. If the Purchaser fails to comply with these terms the percentum paid at the time of sale will be forfeited. Please make checks payable to: Sheriff of Sussex County.

Seized and taken in execution the property of ANGEL GONZALEZ & ANNA MARIE GUERRA and will be sold by Eric D. Swanson, Sheriff 12/9/2tc

SHERIFF SALE

By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, December 21, 2010 At 9:30 A.M. & Thereafter At the Sussex County Sheriff’s Office, West Complex, 22215 DuPont Boulevard, Georgetown, Delaware, Georgetown Hundred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, the following described real estate to wit: ALL that certain lot, piece or parcel of land, situate, lying and being in Nanticoke Hundred, Sussex County, and State of Delaware, being known as Parcel 1 as shown on a subdivision land lands of Olivia Blackwell as recorded in Plot Book 56, Page 58, being more particularly described in accordance with a recent survey by Thomas A. Temple, Jr., Del. P.L.S., No. 242, dated February 22, 1996, and updated March 10, 2000, as follows, to wit: BEGINNING at a pipe (found) on the Northerly right of way line of Road No. 592 at a comer for these lands and lands of Jackie K. Oates; thence with the Northerly right of way line of Road No. 592, South 77 degrees 35 minutes 15 seconds West 100.00 feet to a pipe (found) on the Northerly right of way line of See LEGALS—page 52

PAGE 52 LEGALS - from Page 51

Road No. 592, at a comer for these lands and lands of Sandra Nichols, et al; thence with lands of Zandra Nichols et al., North 09 degrees 18 minutes 49 seconds West 408.30 feet to a point at a comer for these lands, Parcel 2 and in line of lands of Zandra Nichols et al; thence with Parcel 2, North 83 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East 116.04 feet to a point at a comer for these lands, Parcel 2 and in line of lands of Jackie K. Oates; thence with lands of Jackie K. Oates, South 07 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East 398.53 feet to a pipe (found) on the Northerly right of way line of Road No. 592 located at the point and piece of beginning, containing 0.9988 acres of land, be the same more or less.

BEING the same lands and premises Olivia Blackwell by Deed dated January 15, 2003 and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds, in and for Sussex County and State of Delaware, in Deed Book 2798, Page 86, did grant and convey unto Gloria A. McCray.

Tax Parcel: 4-30-20.0015.01 Property Address: 12969 RUSSELL ROAD, BRIDGEVILLE Registration is required for all bidders prior to sale.

A $4,000.00 deposit (Cash or Cashiers/certified check payable to Sheriff of Sussex County) and valid driver’s license or photo I.D. are required to register.

TERMS: 20 percent of the purchase money will be demanded on day of sale (The $4,000.00 Bidder Registration Fee will be credited to the 20% deposit). Cash, Certified Check or Cashier’s Check, is required. The balance is to be paid on or before January 18, 2011.

Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on January 21, 2011 and also subject to a 1 1/2 percent Delaware Realty Transfer Tax; 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Also subject to 1 1/2 percent Sussex County Realty Tax, 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Any further Transfer Tax is the responsibility of the Purchaser.

The Purchaser will be required to pay the cost of the deed; a $200.00 deposit will be collected at the time of sale and will be refunded if a proper deed is presented to the Sheriff’s Office within Forty-Five days of confirmation. If the Purchaser fails to comply with

MORNING STAR these terms the percentum paid at the time of sale will be forfeited. Please make checks payable to: Sheriff of Sussex County.

Seized and taken in execution the property of GLORIA A. MCCRAY and will be sold by Eric D. Swanson, Sheriff 12/9/2tc

SHERIFF SALE

By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, December 21, 2010 At 9:30 A.M. & Thereafter At the Sussex County Sheriff’s Office, West Complex, 22215 DuPont Boulevard, Georgetown, Delaware, Georgetown Hundred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, the following described real estate to wit: All those certain lots, pieces and parcels of land situate, lying and being in the City of Seaford, Seaford Hundred. Sussex County, State of Delaware and being shown as LOTS 1, 2, 3, and 4 on that certain plot entitles “10 Lot Subdivision of Lands of Seaford Golf and Country Club”, prepared by Temple-Sellers, Inc., Land Surveyors, dated June 9, 2005, as filed for record in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds in and for Sussex County, Georgetown.

Delaware, in Plot Book 99, at Page 121, as reference thereto being had will more fully and at large appear.

BEING part of the same lands and premises conveyed unto Seaford IR, LLC, a Delaware limited liability company, by deed of Seaford Golf and Country Club, a Delaware corporation, dated October 28,2005, as filed for record in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds in and for Sussex County, Georgetown, Delaware, in Deed Book 3227, Page 273.

SUBJECT to all declarations, conditions, easements. rights-of-way. restrictions, dedications, agreements. covenants and plans of record.

Tax Parcel: 5-31-13.05215.00; 5-31-13.05-216.00; 5-31-13.05-217.00; 5-3113.05-218.00 Property Address: Registration is required for all bidders prior to sale.

A $4,000.00 deposit (Cash or Cashiers/certified check payable to Sheriff of Sussex County) and valid driver’s license or photo I.D. are required to register.

TERMS: 20 percent of the purchase money will be demanded on day of sale (The $4,000.00 Bidder Registration Fee will be credited to the 20% deposit). Cash,

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Certified Check or Cashier’s Check, is required. The balance is to be paid on or before January 18, 2011.

Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on January 21, 2011 and also subject to a 1 1/2 percent Delaware Realty Transfer Tax; 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Also subject to 1 1/2 percent Sussex County Realty Tax, 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Any further Transfer Tax is the responsibility of the Purchaser.

The Purchaser will be required to pay the cost of the deed; a $200.00 deposit will be collected at the time of sale and will be refunded if a proper deed is presented to the Sheriff’s Office within Forty-Five days of confirmation. If the Purchaser fails to comply with these terms the percentum paid at the time of sale will be forfeited. Please make checks payable to: Sheriff of Sussex County.

Seized and taken in execution the property of SEAFORD IR, LLC and will be sold by Eric D. Swanson, Sheriff 12/9/2tc

SHERIFF SALE

By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, December 21, 2010 At 9:30 A.M. & Thereafter At the Sussex County Sheriff’s Office, West Complex, 22215 DuPont Boulevard, Georgetown, Delaware, Georgetown Hundred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, the following described real estate to wit: ALL that certain tract, piece or parcel of land situated in the Town of Bridgeville, Northwest Fork Hundred, Sussex County and State of Delaware and lying on the Southwesterly intersection of Market and Main Streets and bounded as follows: On the North

by Market Street; On the East by Main Street; On the South by land now or formerly of Michael A. Eskridge and Donna R. Eskridge, h/w - deed record 221-63; On the West by land reputed to be now or formerly of Selina Davis Vicker; Being more particularly described according to a plan prepared by Gerald A. Donovan Associates, Inc. dated July 3, 200 I reference drawing 0117 ASB, said plan being an integral part hereof as follows: BEGINNING at a point in the Southerly side of Market Street and the Westerly end

of a junction line connecting said Market Street to Main Street. Thence from said beginning point and with said junction line 1. South 56 degrees 30 minutes 25 seconds East a distance of 21.88 feet to a point in the Westerly side of Main Street Thence with the said side of Main Street and generally following along the Westerly edge of a concrete sidewalk the following seven (7) courses and distances: 2. South 28 degrees 56 minutes 43 seconds East a distance or l3.60 feet to a point; 3. South 21 degrees 47 minutes 45 seconds East a distance of 10.31 feel to a point; 4. South 16 degrees 51 minutes 07 seconds East a distance of 8.84 feet to a point; S. South 09 degrees 41 minutes 40 seconds East a distance of 43.19 feet to a point; 6. South 09 degrees 04 minutes 49 seconds East a distance of 39.90 feet to a point; 7. South 07 degrees 15 minutes 54 seconds East 8 distance of 9.82 feet to a point; 8. South 05 degrees 16 minutes 56 seconds East a distance of 13.61 feet to a point in said side of Main Street at a corner for land of the aforementioned Eskridge.

Thence by same: 9. South 19 degrees 51 minutes 00 seconds West 8 distance of 138.70 feet to an iron pipe found in line of said land of Eskridge at a corner for land of the aforementioned Vickor. Thence by the same the following three (3) courses and distances: 10. North 09 degrees 09 minute3 00 seconds West a distance of 106.3S feet to a point; 11. North 80 degrees 47 minutes 00 seconds East 8 distance of 21 .69 feet to a found iron pipe; 12. North 09 degrees 10 minutes 00 seconds West a distance of53.00 feet to a capped iron pipe found at a comer for said land of Vickor in the Southerly side of the aforementioned Market Street. Thence with said side of Market Street: 13. North 80 degrees 47 minutes 00 seconds East a distance of89.32 feet to the point and place of beginning. Containing within the above described courses and distances an area of 20,503 +/- square feet or 0.4707 +/- acres.

BEING the same land and premises which became vested in Robert M. Duncan by deed from Cox 84 Bridgeville, LLC. a Maryland limited liability company, dated 7/5/2001, recorded 7/12/2001, in the Sussex County Recorder’s Office, Deed Book 2609, Page 181.

Tax Parcel: 1-31-10.1649.00

Property Address: 100 S. MAIN STREET, BRIDGEVILLE Registration is required for all bidders prior to sale.

A $4,000.00 deposit (Cash or Cashiers/certified check payable to Sheriff of Sussex County) and valid driver’s license or photo I.D. are required to register.

TERMS: 20 percent of the purchase money will be demanded on day of sale (The $4,000.00 Bidder Registration Fee will be credited to the 20% deposit). Cash, Certified Check or Cashier’s Check, is required. The balance is to be paid on or before January 18, 2011.

Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on January 21, 2011 and also subject to a 1 1/2 percent Delaware Realty Transfer Tax; 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Also subject to 1 1/2 percent Sussex County Realty Tax, 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Any further Transfer Tax is the responsibility of the Purchaser.

The Purchaser will be required to pay the cost of the deed; a $200.00 deposit will be collected at the time of sale and will be refunded if a proper deed is presented to the Sheriff’s Office within Forty-Five days of confirmation. If the Purchaser fails to comply with these terms the percentum paid at the time of sale will be forfeited. Please make checks payable to: Sheriff of Sussex County.

Seized and taken in execution the property of 100 S. MAIN STREET, LLC and will be sold by Eric D. Swanson, Sheriff 12/9/2tc

SHERIFF SALE

By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, December 21, 2010 At 9:30 A.M. & Thereafter At the Sussex County Sheriff’s Office, West Complex, 22215 DuPont Boulevard, Georgetown, Delaware, Georgetown Hundred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, the following described real estate to wit: ALL that certain tract, piece and parcel of land with improvements thereon situate lying and being in the City of Seaford, Seaford Hundred, Sussex County, Delaware being more particularly bounded and described as follows: BEGINNING at a drillhole in the Southerly rightof-way line Stein Highway;

thence from said point of Beginning by and with the Southerly right-of-way line of Stein Highway South 83 degrees 24 minutes 3S seconds East 124.68 feet to a drillhole in the Southerly right-of-way line of Stein Highway; thence by and with the Westerly edge of a sidewalk along a curve to the right having a chord bearing South 36 degrees 54 minutes 53 seconds East a chord distance of24.09 feet to a spike; thence continuing by and with the Westerly edge of a sidewalk South II degrees 56 minutes 1 S seconds East 26.40 feet to a spike; thence turning and running North 78 degrees 03 minutes 4S seconds East 8.50 feet to a spike in the Westerly right-of-way line of Cypress Street; thence continuing by and with the Westerly right-of-way line of Cypress Street South 12 degrees 27 minutes 39 seconds East 50.18 feet to a concrete monument; thence along a line between these lands and lands now or formerly of Geraldine P. Thomas South 78 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West 148.20 feet to a concrete monument in the Easterly right-of-way tine of Hall Street; thence by and with the Easterly right-ofway line of Hall Street North 12 degrees 04 minutes 37 seconds West 136.80 feet to a drill bole; thence along a curve to the right having a chord bearing North 70 degrees 56 minutes 10 seconds East a chord distance of 11.29 feet to the point and place of Beginning, containing 17,132 square feet of land, more or less.

This description is derived from a survey prepared by Temple/Sellers, Inc. dated August 18, 1998.

BEING the same land and premises which became vested in Robert M Duncan by deed from E & E Hickey Family Limited Partnership and Phyllis L. Nelson, dated 10/14/1998, recorded 1012611998, in the Sussex County Recorder’s Office, Deed Book 2332, Page 166.

Tax Parcel: 5-31-13.0643.00 Property Address: 323 WEST STEIN HIGHWAY, SEAFORD Registration is required for all bidders prior to sale.

A $4,000.00 deposit (Cash or Cashiers/certified check payable to Sheriff of Sussex County) and valid driver’s license or photo I.D. are required to register.

TERMS: 20 percent of the purchase money will be demanded on day of sale (The $4,000.00 Bidder Registration Fee will be credited See LEGALS—page 53

MORNING STAR LEGALS - from Page 52 to the 20% deposit). Cash, Certified Check or Cashier’s Check, is required. The balance is to be paid on or before January 18, 2011.

Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on January 21, 2011 and also subject to a 1 1/2 percent Delaware Realty Transfer Tax; 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Also subject to 1 1/2 percent Sussex County Realty Tax, 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Any further Transfer Tax is the responsibility of the Purchaser.

The Purchaser will be required to pay the cost of the deed; a $200.00 deposit will be collected at the time of sale and will be refunded if a proper deed is presented to the Sheriff’s Office within Forty-Five days of confirmation. If the Purchaser fails to comply with these terms the percentum paid at the time of sale will be forfeited. Please make checks payable to: Sheriff of Sussex County.

Seized and taken in execution the property of 323 WEST STEIN HIGHWAY, LLC and will be sold by Eric D. Swanson, Sheriff 12/9/2tc

SHERIFF SALE

By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, December 21, 2010 At 9:30 A.M. & Thereafter At the Sussex County Sheriff’s Office, West Complex, 22215 DuPont Boulevard, Georgetown, Delaware, Georgetown Hundred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, the following described real estate to wit: ALL that certain Jot, piece or parcel of land, situate, lying and being in Northwest Fork Hundred, Sussex County and State of Delaware, more particularly described as follows, to wit: BEGINNING at an iron stab found on the northwesterly right of way of Road No. 575, a corner for this lot and other lands of Darl V. and Barbara A. Chaffinch; thence, by and with the northwesterly right of way of Road No. 575, South 51 degrees 31 minutes 51 seconds West 220.07 feet to an iron stob found, a comer for this lot and lands of Charles R. Smith et ux; thence, turning and running by and with lands of Charles R. Smith, et UX., North 47 degrees 08 minutes 38 seconds West

359.15 feet to an iron stab found, a corner for this lot; thence, turning and running by and with lands of William W. and Ellen Ann Vanderwende Trustees, North 41 degrees 41 minutes 10 seconds East 334.97 feet to an iron stab found. a comer for this lot; thence turning and running by and with other lands of Darl V. and Barbara A. Chatlinch. South 30 degrees 45 minutes 44 seconds East 416.08 feet to the place of beginning, Containing therein 2.422 acres of land more or less as surveyed by Thomas A. Temple Jr., dated November 6, 2000.

BEING a portion of the lands conveyed to Darl V. Chaffinch and Barbara A. Chaffinch by deed of Leonard Chaffinch and Pauline H. Chaffinch dated August 26, 1974 filed for record in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds in and for Sussex County, Georgetown. Delaware in Deed Book 736, Page 429.

BEING the same premises which Oar! V. Chaffinch and Barbara A. Chaffinch,

by Deed dated November 2,2000, and recorded November 13.2000, in the Office for the Recorder of Deeds in and for the County ofSu5sex, and State of Delaware in Deed Book Volume 02538. Page 067, granted and conveyed unto Lisa Balson a/k/a Lisa M Drummond a!k/a Lisa M. Batson. Maurice A. Batson a/k/a Maurice grantor/mortgagor herein.

Tax Parcel: 1-31-5.003.04 Property Address: 4557 SMITH ROAD, BRIDGEVILLE Registration is required for all bidders prior to sale.

A $4,000.00 deposit (Cash or Cashiers/certified check payable to Sheriff of Sussex County) and valid driver’s license or photo I.D. are required to register.

TERMS: 20 percent of the purchase money will be demanded on day of sale (The $4,000.00 Bidder Registration Fee will be credited to the 20% deposit). Cash, Certified Check or Cashier’s Check, is required. The balance is to be paid on or before January 18, 2011.

Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on January 21, 2011 and also subject to a 1 1/2 percent Delaware Realty Transfer Tax; 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Also subject to 1 1/2 percent Sussex County Realty Tax, 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Any further Transfer Tax is the responsibility of the Purchaser.

The Purchaser will be re-

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quired to pay the cost of the deed; a $200.00 deposit will be collected at the time of sale and will be refunded if a proper deed is presented to the Sheriff’s Office within Forty-Five days of confirmation. If the Purchaser fails to comply with these terms the percentum paid at the time of sale will be forfeited. Please make checks payable to: Sheriff of Sussex County.

Seized and taken in execution the property of LISA BATSON, MAURICE BATSON & LISA M. DRUMMOND and will be sold by Eric D. Swanson, Sheriff 12/9/2tc

SHERIFF SALE

By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, December 21, 2010 At 9:30 A.M. & Thereafter At the Sussex County Sheriff’s Office, West Complex, 22215 DuPont Boulevard, Georgetown, Delaware, Georgetown Hundred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, the following described real estate to wit: All that certain tract, piece or parcel of land, situate, lying and being in Nanticoke Hundred Sussex County. Delaware, on the West side at County Road 603, being 3.463 square feet, addition to Lands of T.M. 4-30 6.00 40.00 and shown on a Plat entitled “K &R Subdivision” prepared y Miller-Lewis, Inc. dated February 20, 2003, at record in the Office of the Recorder of Dees, in and for Sussex County, Delaware. in Plat Book 79 at Page 147, and being more particularly described as follows, to wit: Beginning at a pipe found lying on the Westerly rightof-way line of County Road 603. (50’ right-at-way), and being a common boundary line tor this lot and tor Lot 3 and said point being located 1,363 feet more or less from County Road No. 611; thence by and with aforesaid Lot 1 North 25 degrees 07 minutes 59 seconds East 264.36 feet to an iron pipe found; thence turning and running by and with a common boundary line of this land and other lands of Kenneth L. Webb & Robert E, Webb South 19 degrees 46 minutes 46 seconds East 280.76 feet to a point: thence turning and running by and with the Westerly right-at-way line of County Road 603, (50’ right-at-way) South 34 degrees 46 minutes 51 seconds East 30.27 feet home to the place of beginning.

Being the same lands and premises which Kenneth L. Webb and Robert E. Webb, did grant and convey unto Joseph J. Erli, II, and Janpen D. Erli, by deed dated April 1, 2003 and recorded on April 11, 2003 the Office of the Recorder of Deeds, in and for Sussex County, State of Delaware, in Deed Book 2823 at Page 243.

Tax Parcel: 4-30-6.0040.00 Property Address: 13454 WOLF ROAD, GREENWOOD Registration is required for all bidders prior to sale.

A $4,000.00 deposit (Cash or Cashiers/certified check payable to Sheriff of Sussex County) and valid driver’s license or photo I.D. are required to register.

TERMS: 20 percent of the purchase money will be demanded on day of sale (The $4,000.00 Bidder Registration Fee will be credited to the 20% deposit). Cash, Certified Check or Cashier’s Check, is required. The balance is to be paid on or before January 18, 2011.

Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on January 21, 2011 and also subject to a 1 1/2 percent Delaware Realty Transfer Tax; 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Also subject to 1 1/2 percent Sussex County Realty Tax, 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Any further Transfer Tax is the responsibility of the Purchaser.

The Purchaser will be required to pay the cost of the deed; a $200.00 deposit will be collected at the time of sale and will be refunded if a proper deed is presented to the Sheriff’s Office within Forty-Five days of confirmation. If the Purchaser fails to comply with these terms the percentum paid at the time of sale will be forfeited. Please make checks payable to: Sheriff of Sussex County.

Seized and taken in execution the property of JANPEN D. & JOSEPH J. ERLI, II and will be sold by Eric D. Swanson, Sheriff 12/9/2tc

SHERIFF SALE

By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, December 21, 2010 At 9:30 A.M. & Thereafter At the Sussex County Sheriff’s Office, West Complex, 22215 DuPont Boulevard, Georgetown, Delaware, Georgetown Hun-

PAGE 53 dred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, the following described real estate to wit: ALL that certain tract, piece or parcel of land situate, lying and being in Little Creek Hundred, Sussex County, Delaware, located on the southeasterly side of Delaware Road 24 and being more particularly described as follows: Beginning at a pipe set in the southeasterly right of way line of Delaware Road No. 24 at point approximately 0.25 miles southwesterly along said Road No. 24 from County Road No. 493, which pipe is located in the centerline of Mill Branch, and marks a corner for these lands and for lands now or formerly of Patricia M. Whaley; thence from this point of beginning, by and with the centerline of said Mill Branch, the following seven courses and distances: (1) South 05”30’20” West, 32.99 feet to a coordinate point; (2) South 13°12’35” East.

87.92 feet to a coordinate point; (3) South 45°18’26” East, 66.88 feet to a coordinate point; (4) South 12”21’26” East, 183.77 feet to a coordinate point; (5) South 06”04’02” East, 60.63 feet to a coordinate point; (6) South 30”27’35” West 71.25 feet to a coordinate point and (7) South 05°40’54” East, 29.78 feet to a coordinate pipe in the centerline of Mill Branch, corner for these lands and lands now or formerly of Patricia M. Whaley; thence turning and continuing with said Whaley lands, North 83”30’00” West. (crossing over a pipe on line at 13.24 feet) a total of 259.76 feet to a pipe, corner for these lands and lands of Edwin E. Henry and Eleanor Henry; thence turning and running by and with said Edwin E. Henry lands, North 11 ‘00’00” West. 381.00 feet to a pipe in the southerly right of way line of Delaware Road No. 24; thence turning and running by and with said southeasterly right of way line and 41.8 feet from the centerline of the paving thereof, North 69”59’55” East, 269.18 feet to a pipe at point and place of beginning, said to contain 2.90 acres of land, more or less. as surveyed by Miller-Lewis, Inc., Registered Land Surveyors on September 17, 1991.

Said property being commonly known as 6316 Sharptown Road, Laurel, DE 19956. Parcel ID. No.: 5-2-02.00-0010.01 SUBJECT to any and all restrictions, reservations, conditions, easements and agreements of record in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds in and for Sussex

County, Delaware.

Being the same lands and premises which Eric E. Henry, did grant and convey unto Eric E. Henry and Jodie M. Henry, by deed dated November 3. 2006 and recorded on November 6, 2006 the Office of the Recorder of Deeds, in and for Sussex County, State of Delaware, in Deed Book 3380 at Page 262.

Tax Parcel: 5-32-2.0010.01 Property Address: 6316 SHARPTOWN ROAD, LAUREL Registration is required for all bidders prior to sale.

A $4,000.00 deposit (Cash or Cashiers/certified check payable to Sheriff of Sussex County) and valid driver’s license or photo I.D. are required to register.

TERMS: 20 percent of the purchase money will be demanded on day of sale (The $4,000.00 Bidder Registration Fee will be credited to the 20% deposit). Cash, Certified Check or Cashier’s Check, is required. The balance is to be paid on or before January 18, 2011.

Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on January 21, 2011 and also subject to a 1 1/2 percent Delaware Realty Transfer Tax; 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Also subject to 1 1/2 percent Sussex County Realty Tax, 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Any further Transfer Tax is the responsibility of the Purchaser.

The Purchaser will be required to pay the cost of the deed; a $200.00 deposit will be collected at the time of sale and will be refunded if a proper deed is presented to the Sheriff’s Office within Forty-Five days of confirmation. If the Purchaser fails to comply with these terms the percentum paid at the time of sale will be forfeited. Please make checks payable to: Sheriff of Sussex County.

Seized and taken in execution the property of ERIC E. HENRY & JODIE M. HENRY A/K/A JODI M. HENRY and will be sold by Eric D. Swanson, Sheriff 12/9/2tc See LEGALS—page 54

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SHERIFF SALE

By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, December 21, 2010 At 9:30 A.M. & Thereafter At the Sussex County Sheriff’s Office, West Complex, 22215 DuPont Boulevard, Georgetown, Delaware, Georgetown Hundred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, the following described real estate to wit: All that certain lot, piece or parcel of land situate in the Town of Greenwood, known as Lot ##3 Of the subdivision plan of Merle L. Embleton, also known as 206 S. Second Street, Greenwood, Delaware, 19950, as recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds in and for Sussex County, State of Delaware in Plot Record Book 55, Page 30.

Being the same lands and premises which Merle L. Embleton Revocable Trust Dated October 13, 1992 and Inez A. Embleton, Trustee of the Inez A. Embleton Trust Dated October 13, 1992, Trustee of the Merle L. Embleton, did grant and convey unto Edward D. Martin and Shannon Martin, by deed dated April 20, 2004 and recorded on April 26, 2004 the Office of the Recorder of Deeds, in and for Sussex County, State of Delaware, in Deed Book 2970 at Page 42.

Tax Parcel: 5-30-9.0062.03 Property Address: 206 S. SECOND STREET, GREENWOOD Registration is required for all bidders prior to sale.

A $4,000.00 deposit (Cash or Cashiers/certified check payable to Sheriff of Sussex County) and valid driver’s license or photo I.D. are required to register.

TERMS: 20 percent of the purchase money will be demanded on day of sale (The $4,000.00 Bidder Registration Fee will be credited to the 20% deposit). Cash, Certified Check or Cashier’s Check, is required. The balance is to be paid on or before January 18, 2011.

Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on January 21, 2011 and also subject to a 1 1/2 percent Delaware Realty Transfer Tax; 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser.

Also subject to 1 1/2 percent Sussex County Realty Tax, 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser.

Any further Transfer Tax is the responsibility of the Purchaser. The Purchaser

MORNING STAR will be required to pay the cost of the deed; a $200.00 deposit will be collected at the time of sale and will be refunded if a proper deed is presented to the Sheriff’s Office within Forty-Five days of confirmation. If the Purchaser fails to comply with these terms the percentum paid at the time of sale will be forfeited. Please make checks payable to: Sheriff of Sussex County.

Seized and taken in execution the property of EDWARD D. & SHANNON MARTIN and will be sold by Eric D. Swanson, Sheriff 12/9/2tc

SHERIFF SALE

By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, December 21, 2010 At 9:30 A.M. & Thereafter At the Sussex County Sheriff’s Office, West Complex, 22215 DuPont Boulevard, Georgetown, Delaware, Georgetown Hundred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, the following described real estate to wit: All that certain lot, piece or parcel of land with the buildings thereon, situate in the Town of Laurel, Little Creek Hundred, Sussex County, Delaware, lying on the westerly side of Pine Street and being more particularly described as follows to wit: Beginning at a mark in the concrete on the west side of the sidewalk which mark is located approximately 106 feet northerly from the right of way line of Pine Street and 16.90 feet westerly from the center line of Pine Street, thence from the point of beginning, north 6 degrees, 0 feet west 42.95 feet to a concrete monument, corner for this lot and for Tax Parcel No. 3-32-1.07-50, thence turning and running by and with the same, north 84 degrees 16 1/2 feet west, 57 feet to a concrete monument, thence turning and running by and with the line of Tax Parcel No. 3-32-1.04-54, south 84 degrees 10 1/2 feet east 55.45 feet to the point and place of beginning, containing 2,148 feet of land, more or less, together with all improvements thereon.

Being the same lands conveyed to PNC Bank, Delaware, by Deed of Charles P. Spicer, Jr. Sheriff of Sussex County, in the State of Delaware, dated December 24, 1997, or record in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds in and for Sussex County, at Georgetown, Delaware, in DBV 2256, Page 230.

Being the same lands and premises which Clinton

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David Dunn, did grant and convey unto Tracy M. Matthews and Danielle L. Matthew, by deed dated July 19, 2000 and recorded on December 14, 2000 in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds, in and for Sussex, State of Delaware, in Deed book 2548 at Page 109.

Tax Parcel: 3-32-1.0751.00 Property Address: 512 PINE STREET, LAUREL Registration is required for all bidders prior to sale.

A $4,000.00 deposit (Cash or Cashiers/certified check payable to Sheriff of Sussex County) and valid driver’s license or photo I.D. are required to register.

TERMS: 20 percent of the purchase money will be demanded on day of sale (The $4,000.00 Bidder Registration Fee will be credited to the 20% deposit). Cash, Certified Check or Cashier’s Check, is required. The balance is to be paid on or before January 18, 2011.

Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on January 21, 2011 and also subject to a 1 1/2 percent Delaware Realty Transfer Tax; 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser.

Also subject to 1 1/2 percent Sussex County Realty Tax, 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser.

Any further Transfer Tax is the responsibility of the Purchaser. The Purchaser will be required to pay the cost of the deed; a $200.00 deposit will be collected at the time of sale and will be refunded if a proper deed is presented to the Sheriff’s Office within Forty-Five days of confirmation. If the Purchaser fails to comply with these terms the percentum paid at the time of sale will be forfeited. Please make checks payable to: Sheriff of Sussex County.

Seized and taken in execution the property of TRACY & DANIELLE MATTHEWS and will be sold by Eric D. Swanson, Sheriff 12/9/2tc

SHERIFF SALE

By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, December 21, 2010 At 9:30 A.M. & Thereafter At the Sussex County Sheriff’s Office, West Complex, 22215 DuPont Boulevard, Georgetown, Delaware, Georgetown Hundred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, the following described real estate to wit: All that certain lot, piece and parcel of land, together with the improvements

thereon, lying and being on the Easterly side of County Road #594, Nanticoke Hundred, Sussex County, Delaware and more particularly described as follows, to wit: BEGINNING at an iron pipe set on the Easterly right of way line of County Road #594, said pipe being 630.00 feet, more or less, to the centerline of County Road #603; thence from said point and place of beginning, running in an Easterly direction, South 77 degrees 19 minutes 31 seconds East 657.00 feet to a point lying on the centerline of Gum Branch Ditch; thence turning and running along the center line of Gun Branch Ditch, South 42 degrees 56 minutes 50 seconds West 150.00 feet to a point lying on the aforesaid centerline; thence turning and running in a Westerly direction, North 78 degrees 51 minutes 15 seconds West 616.06 feet to an iron pipe set on the Easterly right of way line of the aforesaid County Road #594; thence turning and running along the aforesaid right of way line in a Northerly direction along a curve having a radius of 3,113.45 feet an arc distance of 150.00 feet to the point and place of beginning, said to contain 2,003 acres, more or less, said parcel is designated as Parcel “A” on a survey of “Newberg Lots” prepared

by Coast Survey, Inc., dated August 6, 1992.

Being the same lands and premises which Troy U. Hazzard did grant and convey unto Christopher McNeil by deed dated 1/20/2006 and recorded 2/6/2006 Office of the Recorder of Deeds, in and for Sussex County, State of Delaware, in Deed Record 03268PG151.

Tax Parcel: 4-30-10.0022.00 Property Address: 14429 OAK ROAD, GREENWOOD Registration is required for all bidders prior to sale.

A $4,000.00 deposit (Cash or Cashiers/certified check payable to Sheriff of Sussex County) and valid driver’s license or photo I.D. are required to register.

TERMS: 20 percent of the purchase money will be demanded on day of sale (The $4,000.00 Bidder Registration Fee will be credited to the 20% deposit). Cash, Certified Check or Cashier’s Check, is required. The balance is to be paid on or before January 18, 2011.

Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on January 21, 2011 and also subject to a 1 1/2 percent Delaware Realty Transfer Tax; 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser.

Also subject to 1 1/2 percent

Sussex County Realty Tax, 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser.

Any further Transfer Tax is the responsibility of the Purchaser. The Purchaser will be required to pay the cost of the deed; a $200.00 deposit will be collected at the time of sale and will be refunded if a proper deed is presented to the Sheriff’s Office within Forty-Five days of confirmation. If the Purchaser fails to comply with these terms the percentum paid at the time of sale will be forfeited. Please make checks payable to: Sheriff of Sussex County.

Seized and taken in execution the property of CHRISTOPHER MCNEIL and will be sold by Eric D. Swanson, Sheriff 12/9/2tc

SHERIFF SALE

By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, December 21, 2010 At 9:30 A.M. & Thereafter At the Sussex County Sheriff’s Office, West Complex, 22215 DuPont Boulevard, Georgetown, Delaware, Georgetown Hundred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, the following described real estate to wit: ALL that certain lot. piece and parcel of land, lying and being situate in Seaford Hundred Sussex County, State of Delaware, known as Lot No. 20, on a revised plot of Indian Village Subdivision prepared by MillerLewis, Inc. dated October 10, 1983. and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds in and for Sussex County, Georgetown, Delaware, in Plot Book 29, Page 118, and being more particularly described as follows, to wit: BEGINNING at a concrete monument found on the Southwesterly right-ofway line of Burton Street 30 feet from the centerline thereof, at the Northeast corner for lands now or formerly of Donald Gallimore etux, THENCE by and with said Burton Street, South 49 degrees 40 minutes 28 seconds East 86.88 feet to a pipe found; thence deflecting right along a 25.00 foot radius curve, the chord distance of which is 33.95 feet and the arc distance of which is 37.32 feet, with a tangent of 23 .12 feet to a pipe on the Northwesterly right-or-way line of Beech Lane, 27.5 feet from the centerline thereof; thence by and with the Northwesterly right-of-way line of Beech Lane, South 35 degrees 51 minutes 28 seconds West 176.88 feet to a concrete

monument found marking the northeast comer for Lot No. 21; thence turning and running by and with a common boundary line for this lot and for Lot No. 21 North 49 degrees 40 minutes 28 seconds West 110.00 feet to a concrete monument found; thence turning and running by and with a common boundary line for this land and for lands now or formerly of Donald Gallimore North 35 degrees 51 minutes 28 seconds East 200,00 feet home to the place of beginning said to contain 21,822 square feet of land more or less with improvements thereon as shown on a survey prepared by Thomas A. Temple, Jr. dated September 7,2000. Together as an improvement to the land that certain mobile home a 48 X 28 used 1996 Skyline, Model# PRO 356 357, Serial#’s 8010 0562 JA and 8010 0562 JB permanently affixed to the above described property.

Being the same lands and premises which Kevin L. Savage and Vonette Holley, did grant and convey unto Kevin L. Savage, by deed dated December 19, 2005 and recorded on November 11, 2006 the Office of the Recorder of Deeds, in and for Sussex County, State of Delaware, in Deed Book 3258 at Page 43.

Tax Parcel: 3-31-6.00436.00 Property Address: 23598 BEECH LANE, SEAFORD Registration is required for all bidders prior to sale.

A $4,000.00 deposit (Cash or Cashiers/certified check payable to Sheriff of Sussex County) and valid driver’s license or photo I.D. are required to register.

TERMS: 20 percent of the purchase money will be demanded on day of sale (The $4,000.00 Bidder Registration Fee will be credited to the 20% deposit). Cash, Certified Check or Cashier’s Check, is required. The balance is to be paid on or before January 18, 2011.

Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on January 21, 2011 and also subject to a 1 1/2 percent Delaware Realty Transfer Tax; 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser.

Also subject to 1 1/2 percent Sussex County Realty Tax, 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser.

Any further Transfer Tax is the responsibility of the Purchaser. The Purchaser will be required to pay the cost of the deed; a $200.00 deposit will be collected at the time of sale and will be refunded if a proper deed is presented to the Sheriff’s OfSee LEGALS—page 55

MORNING STAR • DECEMBER 16 - 22, 2010 LEGALS - from Page 54 fice within Forty-Five days of confirmation. If the Purchaser fails to comply with these terms the percentum paid at the time of sale will be forfeited. Please make checks payable to: Sheriff of Sussex County.

Seized and taken in execution the property of KEVIN L. SAVAGE A/K/A KEVIN SAVAGE and will be sold by Eric D. Swanson, Sheriff 12/9/2tc

SHERIFF SALE

By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, December 21, 2010 At 9:30 A.M. & Thereafter At the Sussex County Sheriff’s Office, West Complex, 22215 DuPont Boulevard, Georgetown, Delaware, Georgetown Hundred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, the following described real estate to wit: All that certain piece, parcel and tract of land lying and being situate in the Northwest Fork Hundred of Sussex County, Delaware, and being more particularly described as follows: BEGINNING at an iron pipe set on the northerly right-of-way of Sussex County Road 566A (a.k.a.

Big Pine Road), said road having a width of 50 feet said iron pipe marking a common comer for this tract and the lands now or formerly of Lewis G. and Shirley C. Ray; thence by and with said right-of-way, North 59 degrees, 00 minutes, 00 seconds West, passing found concrete monuments at 52.01 feet, 125.00 feet and 13.00 feet to an iron pipe set equaling 190.01 feet to said iron pipe set on said right-of-way at a common comer for this tract and the lands of Lewis G. and Shirley C. Ray; thence leaving said right-of-way with the lands of Lewis Ray, the following three (3) courses and distances: 1) North 04 degrees, 03 minutes, 26 seconds East, 307.02 feet to a set iron pipe; 2) thence, South 82 degrees, 30 minutes, 43 seconds East, 153.01 feet to a set iron pipe; 3) thence, South 01 degree, 34 minutes, 27 seconds West, 384.32 feet to a set iron pipe, said iron pipe being the Point of Beginning for this description.

Being the same lands and premises which Bradley J. Flora, did grant and convey unto Kirk L. Ray, Sr., by deed dated February 7,2008 and recorded on February 8, 2008 in the Office of the Recorder of

Deeds, in and for Sussex County, State of Delaware, in Deed Book 03547 at Page 275.

Tax Parcel: 1-3113.00-25.00 Property Address: 6335 BIG PINE ROAD, BRIDGEVILLE Registration is required for all bidders prior to sale.

A $4,000.00 deposit (Cash or Cashiers/certified check payable to Sheriff of Sussex County) and valid driver’s license or photo I.D. are required to register.

TERMS: 20 percent of the purchase money will be demanded on day of sale (The $4,000.00 Bidder Registration Fee will be credited to the 20% deposit). Cash, Certified Check or Cashier’s Check, is required. The balance is to be paid on or before January 18, 2011.

Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on January 21, 2011 and also subject to a 1 1/2 percent Delaware Realty Transfer Tax; 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Also subject to 1 1/2 percent Sussex County Realty Tax, 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Any further Transfer Tax is the responsibility of the Purchaser.

The Purchaser will be required to pay the cost of the deed; a $200.00 deposit will be collected at the time of sale and will be refunded if a proper deed is presented to the Sheriff’s Office within Forty-Five days of confirmation. If the Purchaser fails to comply with these terms the percentum paid at the time of sale will be forfeited. Please make checks payable to: Sheriff of Sussex County.

Seized and taken in execution the property of LINDSAY JO WHEATLEY, PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE ESTATE OF JOSEPH WHEATLEY and will be sold by Eric D. Swanson, Sheriff 12/9/2tc

SHERIFF SALE

By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, December 21, 2010 At 9:30 A.M. & Thereafter At the Sussex County Sheriff’s Office, West Complex, 22215 DuPont Boulevard, Georgetown, Delaware, Georgetown Hundred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, the following described real estate to wit: ALL that certain lot, piece or parcel of land situate, lying and being in the

Town of Laurel, Sussex County, Delaware, lying on the eastside of King Street adjoining lands of Arthur W Carmean on the South, William B. Gordy on the East and James H. Lowe on the North, and more particularly described as follows: BEGINNING on the eastside of King Street at the Northwest corner of Carmean lands and extending along the division line of the Carmean land East 70 feet or such distance that will intersect line of land of William B. Gordy; thence, in a northerly direction 43 feet with the Gordy Subdivision line to a point; thence, West 79 feet along a new line this day established and being a division line with lands now of Lowe to a point on the eastside of King Street; thence South along the eastside of King Street home to the place of beginning.

Tax Parcel: 3-32-1.1156.00 Property Address: 525 KING STREET, LAUREL Registration is required for all bidders prior to sale.

A $4,000.00 deposit (Cash or Cashiers/certified check payable to Sheriff of Sussex County) and valid driver’s license or photo I.D. are required to register.

TERMS: 20 percent of the purchase money will be demanded on day of sale (The $4,000.00 Bidder Registration Fee will be credited to the 20% deposit). Cash, Certified Check or Cashier’s Check, is required. The balance is to be paid on or before January 18, 2011.

Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on January 21, 2011 and also subject to a 1 1/2 percent Delaware Realty Transfer Tax; 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Also subject to 1 1/2 percent Sussex County Realty Tax, 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Any further Transfer Tax is the responsibility of the Purchaser.

The Purchaser will be required to pay the cost of the deed; a $200.00 deposit will be collected at the time of sale and will be refunded if a proper deed is presented to the Sheriff’s Office within Forty-Five days of confirmation. If the Purchaser fails to comply with these terms the percentum paid at the time of sale will be forfeited. Please make checks payable to: Sheriff of Sussex County.

Seized and taken in execution the property of THOMAS W. FERET, SR. & TERRY L. FERET and will be sold by Eric D. Swanson, Sheriff 12/9/2tc

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DelDOT changes snow removal The Snow Removal Reimbursement Program has changed this year, as Delaware Department of Transportation (DelDOT) seeks to make the program more efficient and more beneficial for those civic associations using the program.

One of the changes to the program is the method by which snowfall is measured. Previously, snow was measured over a small square of black asphalt.

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New reimbursement rates DelDOT is also increasing many of the rates paid to civic associations. These increased reimbursement rates will lessen the gap in the amount paid by civic associations to snow removal contractors, reducing the association’s out-of-pocket expense. The rate increases are in response to the requests of civic associations who pointed out that the fees paid to the contractors has risen dramatically in recent years.

Through the program, civic associations are reimbursed for 75 percent of their snow removal cost, or 75 percent of the amount that DelDOT calculates it would cost to have the roads cleared of snow, whichever is less. To calculate the estimated cost of clearing the roads in subdivisions, DelDOT uses a system based on road miles, and types of roads. Only civic associations with state-maintained streets are eligible for the program. Civic associations wishing to participate in the Snow Removal Reimbursement Program should contact DelDOT to determine eligibility.

A sample contract Last spring, many officers of civic associations said they would like a sample contract that they could use with the contractor that removes their snow. The civic association officers said they would like to see a sample contract that ties the amount paid to the contractor to the amount reimbursed by DelDOT. In response the requests from civic associations, DelDOT officials drafted a sample contract that civic associations may use when contracting with snow removal contractors.

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Materials: An important facet of DelDOT’s work is the application of salt and/ or sand to road surfaces to prevent or reduce icing, and to provide traction. DelDOT primarily uses salt, along with salt/ brine and salt/sand mixtures. Approximately 65,000 tons of salt are stockpiled in more than 20 locations throughout the state. Due to constant replenishment, the stockpiles are currently full.

Personnel: During significant snow or ice events, nearly 500 employees take part in snow removal operations. This includes drivers, mechanics, dispatchers and office personnel to handle scheduling of staff, ordering of materials and reporting of conditions. During particularly lengthy or difficult storms, private contractors, under contract with the department, may be called upon to assist with snow removal on bus routes, along highway shoulders and with the clearing of crossover areas and intersections.

Method of operation: Each of DelDOT’s four maintenance districts has its own snow removal plan.

All roadways are divided into categories with primary/arterial roads and transit routes receiving first and continuous attention (I-95, Route 13, Route 1, Route 202 etc.) Only after the primary/arterial roads are open and passable, will crews move to the secondary/collector and local roads.

“Passable” means that roads can be driven upon, but are not necessarily clear of snow and ice.

Changing weather conditions including freezing/thawing, additional accumulation, or drifting, may force crews to return to primary roads even after operations have started on secondary roads. DelDOT maintains 89 percent of all roadways in Delaware. That equals approximately 12,900 total lane miles.

See LEGALS—page 56

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MORNING STAR • DECEMBER 16 - 22, 2010

Yard waste banned from disposal in DSWA landfills Beginning Jan. 1, yard waste will be banned from disposal in Delaware Solid Waste Authority’s (DSWA) Kent and Sussex landfills near Sandtown and Georgetown.

Yard waste contributes nearly one fourth of the residential waste that goes into landfills and includes all plant materials resulting from lawn maintenance and landscaping – grass clippings, leaves, brush, garden materials, Christmas trees and tree limbs up to four inches in diameter.

The ban goes into effect as part of a DNREC permit condition for landfill expansion and to encourage the recycling of

the estimated 30,000 tons of yard waste deposited each year in the Kent and Sussex landfills.

Southern New Castle County (below the C&D Canal), Kent and Sussex County residents whose trash is taken to the DSWA landfills will need to seek other options for disposal of yard waste in 2011.

Over the next few weeks, municipal and private waste haulers will be contacting southern New Castle County, Kent and Sussex County residents regarding yard waste pick-up services being offered.

A list of private haulers and yard waste disposal sites can be found online at www. dnrec.delaware.gov/yardwaste/Pages/De-

fault.aspx. Additional fees may apply for yard waste pick-up and disposal. DNREC encourages southern New Castle County, Kent and Sussex County residents to consider all the services available for managing yard waste.

DSWA has created a separate area for yard waste drop-off adjacent to the southern New Castle County Pine Tree Corners Transfer Station and the Kent and Sussex landfills, transfer stations and collection stations where yard waste will be recycled into mulch and compost.

Southern New Castle County, Kent and Sussex County residents can drop off yard waste at these yard waste drop-off areas

for the standard DSWA tipping fee. For more information on DSWA services, visit www.dswa.com.

DNREC’s website, http://www.dnrec. delaware.gov/yardwaste/Pages/Default. aspx, includes information on the options available to homeowners and businesses for managing yard waste on their properties. They include: • Compost or mulch on your own property, including grasscycling and using a mulching lawn mower.

• Haul it yourself to a commercial facility that accepts yard waste.

• Have someone else handle your yard waste.

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, one in five people will be at least 65-yearsold by 2030, with nearly 10 million people 85 or older. An estimated 90 percent of this demographic will be licensed to drive.

Many families are uncomfortable when having to address an older adult’s ability to drive. In support of Older Driver Safety Awareness Week, AAA Mid-Atlantic urges seniors and their families to take the first step in addressing this difficult issue by having a conversation about driving and aging.

While experts agree that driving ability generally begins to deteriorate at age 55, age is not necessarily a good predictor of driving ability.

“People age 65 and older represent the fastest growing segment of the country’s population, which makes their safe driving ability an issue that millions of families are facing,” said Jim Lardear, director of public and government affairs for AAA MidAtlantic. “Older Driver Safety Awareness Week is an opportunity for families to start a conversation about safe mobility and address any real and perceived challenges associated with driving and aging.”

Nationwide, based on the latest data compiled by the National Highway Traffic Administration (NHTSA), older drivers (aged 65+) were involved in crashes that resulted in 5,569 fatalities, accounting for 11 percent of total fatalities in 2008.

According to NHTSA, older Delaware drivers (aged 65+) were involved in crashes that resulted in 16 fatalities, accounting for 10.5 percent of total fatalities in 2008.

While these figures may seem significant, the fatal crash risk for older drivers has declined during the past decade.

Researchers suspect that a combination of safer roads, safer vehicles and safer drivers may explain this positive finding. Seniors are healthier than ever before and appear to be self-regulating when and where to drive.

Compared to their younger counterparts, older drivers are involved in a lower number of fatal and injury related crashes.

In Delaware, drivers aged 21-34 were in-

volved in 52 fatal crashes or 34 percent of all driver involved fatal crashes in 2008.

Teen drivers aged 16-20 were involved in 16 fatal crashes or 10.5 percent of all driver involved fatal crashes in 2008.

AAA’s senior driver safety and mobility website, AAASeniors.com, provides expert advice and research-based tools for seniors and their families, many of whom have expressed frustration with the inability to locate the necessary resources to appropriately address the safety and mobility challenges often faced by older drivers.

The information and tools on the site are designed to aid in prompting conversations, assessing abilities and improving the comfort and safety of older drivers.

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Merry Christmas?

Not so fast!

It’s that “most wonderful time of the year” again. Children eagerly await a visit from jolly Santa Claus, while their parents try to squeeze shopping into a schedule already filled with parties, parades, church programs, and visiting relatives. Grandmothers bake dozens of gingerbread and sugar cookies, while rascally uncles down too much eggnog. Wealthy northerners travel to Florida to escape cold weather, while everyone else yearns for a white Christmas.

And the ACLU — that staunch defender of American traditions and values — threatens to sue public schools for acknowledging what all the excitement is about.

Each Christmas season is marked by a series of spirit-dampening stories of towns forced to disassemble nativity scenes, retail stores intimidated into requiring employees to use generic greetings like “Happy Holidays,” and similar Scroogish travesties.

This year, one such story comes from Tennessee, where the American Civil Liberties Union sent a letter to 137 public school administrators, supposedly in response to complaints from families, reminding them not to focus on any one religious holiday.

In other words, don’t call Christmas parties “Christmas parties.” Call them winter celebrations, holiday galas, solstice shindigs, or any other creative misnomer that obfuscates their true purpose and creates a comfortable non-reality for the handful of unfortunate students whose malcontent parents are offended by the celebration of a holiday that is jointly religious and secular in nature.

A recent Rasmussen poll found that 92% of Americans celebrate Christmas, while a mere 6% do not. Of that 6%, only 25% celebrate an alternative holiday.

That’s a whopping total of 1.5% of Americans who celebrate a December holiday instead of Christmas. And, apparently, most of them live in Tennessee; how else could that state’s chapter of the ACLU have received so many complaints?

Defending the letter, Hedy Weinberg,

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executive director of the ACLU of Tennessee, cites U.S. Supreme Court decisions, and hints that acknowledging Christmas could be considered an unconstitutional endorsement of religion.

She is alluding, of course, to the oftmisinterpreted establishment clause of the First Amendment, which prohibits Congress from establishing a state religion. It obviously applies to a third-grade teacher planning a classroom Christmas party for the last day before break — or so those on the far left argue, rather unconvincingly.

Could it be that Weinberg is one of the 6% of Americans who do not celebrate Christmas, and is using the ACLU’s legal muscle and financial assets to push a personal agenda?

Such Grinch-like behavior would certainly be unprofessional, if not unethical.

If there was a Santa, Weinberg would be on the naughty list for sure.

The ACLU expects public schools to stage a pointless charade of pretending that the concerts, parties, and vacations common to this time of year are not specifically scheduled around December 25.

This is an unreasonable expectation which deserves no serious consideration.

The correct course of action for public school administrators to take is to ignore the ACLU, which is not a government entity and does not represent the views of a majority of parents.

It would be wrong to alter school policy simply to avoid the hassle of a lawsuit; this would be yielding to what is called the “heckler’s veto,” by which an antagonistic group goads the government into restricting another group’s First Amendment rights. In this case, the hecklers are the ACLU and the instigators it claims to represent.

Lawsuits are expensive, true, and no administrator wants to be on the receiving end of one, but what is the cost of a lawsuit compared to the cost of an eroded culture and disunited society, purposely divided by secularist troublemakers who value political correctness over common sense?

Chris Slavens

Laurel

Vice President’s reception

I went to the Vice President’s reception in Washington, D.C., recently, and I saw Jane Hovington, first vice chair, and Dustin Parker, second vice chair, from our Sussex County Democratic Executive Committee. Others from our party may have been at the earlier receptions.

Each person had the opportunity to take their picture with the Vice President and

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his wife. I imagine the Bidens were tired after taking many hundreds of pictures during the three receptions, but he still came in later and mingled with his guests.

There were at least two other receptions before the reception that I attended and so many hundreds of people attended these receptions.

I came at 4 p.m., much earlier than I expected, and security could not find my name on the list. They asked me which reception I was attending and I said 5 p.m. That is why they could not find my name on the list because it was the wrong list.

So they directed me to a nearby Starbucks where I could kill an hour waiting for the 5 p.m. reception. First thing, I think, that I ever came so early to in my life.

This was the first time that I had been to the Vice President’s home. His house and compound were awesome and words cannot describe how beautiful his residence was.

The size of the compound was huge. After we parked our cars inside the compound, a bus took us to the house.

Security everywhere was incredible. Huge blockers had to be lowered at each checkpoint. All had to pass through a metal detector before one entered his residence.

Buffet food was outstanding. Wait persons walked around with delicacies. Desserts gave you a sugar high.

I chatted briefly with his son, Beau

Biden, who was there among other dignitaries.

As we were leaving, we were each presented with a commemorative medal from the Vice President wishing us, “Happy Holidays.” The ride home in the rain was not great, but, all in all, meeting and talking with the Vice President was worth the six hour ride.

Vice President Biden will go down in history as one of our greatest vice presidents and many will say that he was, as a vice president, one of the most influential in policy making.

His recent trips to the Hill to persuade wavering Democrats to support the president’s tax compromise certainly attest to his influence with the president and to those Democrats in Congress.

Perry J. Mitchell

Ocean View

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Final Word

It’s a cold night and someone needs our help to stay warm As I sit here at my keyboard, I’m thinking, “You have a lot of nerve being cold.”

There’s a fire in the living room woodstove and fuel oil keeping the rest of the house at 69 degrees. And I am blessed to have a sweater and slippers. My children are over 18, and I know they’re all warm tonight.

Because I am a member of the Society of St. Vincent dePaul, I just got off the telephone with two other mothers who are not as fortunate tonight. The thermometer outside my window is reading 25.5 degrees, and these ladies do not have propane or oil tonight.

The good news is that the lady who has a teenager also has a fireplace and enough wood to last until maybe tomorrow afternoon. The other lady, who has four younger children, has two electric heaters where the children are sleeping.

My job will be to schedule visits to these homes and hopefully purchase fuel oil or propane tomorrow when I get done work. That sounds easy enough, but here’s the dilemma: • The fuel companies require a minimum purchase of 100 gallons (understandable with these temps); that 100 gallons will cost about $305 this week.

• These ladies were only the first two ‘intakes’ I got to tonight – there are 13 more waiting for a call back.

• We have about $950 to work with.

The funds we do have are entrusted to The Society members (Vincentians) by the generous parishioners at our Catholic church, mostly by way of donations to the Poor Boxes.

Did I mention that one of the two ladies I just interviewed works full time? The other did work full time until just the last few weeks, and is out for health reasons.

I don’t know what image comes to your mind when you hear “Poor Box,” but chances are you may not understand that it is your neighbors we assist; maybe even your family, as we strive to keep all of our visits confidential.

The circumstance of those in need may be a little different today as many work

full time jobs, but the faces remain similar.

Women and children are often the main recipients of Vincentian aid.

If you can spare a few dollars for our Poor Boxes, I would be honored to deposit it for you. I know first hand the integrity, prayer and dedication that go into every dollar that is spent by the Society of St. Vincent dePaul.

Your donation can be sent to: Society of SVdP, C/O Our Lady of Lourdes, P.O. Box 719, 532 Stein Hwy., Seaford, DE 19973. Thank you for your consideration and generosity.

Lynne Betts

SSVdP

Vital Stats

Federal Debt as of December 15, 2010 at 10:13 a.m. $13,855,111,871,324 Population of United States 309,664,598 Each citizen’s share of debt $44,742 The average citizen’s share of debt decreased $22 the past nine days.

The debt increased by more than $9 billion and the population increased by 52,437.

Source: brillig.com/debt_clock December temperature records High 77 in 1998 Low -12 in 1942

Last Laugh The Lecture An elderly man is stopped by the police around 1 a.m. and is asked where he is going at this time of night.

The man replies,“I am going to a lecture about alcohol abuse and the effects it has on the human body.”

The officer then asks, “Really? Who is giving that lecture at this time of night?”

The man replies, “My wife.”

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