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News BLIZZARD - Report damages associated with historic snowstorm. Page 2 SNOW BUSINESS - Snow shovels, oil lamps and propane in demand. Page 3 ICY RESCUE -Volunteers brace the ice to rescue a dog. Page 4 HEROES - Laurel Center director has a passion for helping seniors. Page 8 SERVING - Surgeon shares heart-wrenching memories of journey to Haiti. Page 9 COLLAPSE - The roof over the cafeteria at West Seaford Elementary falls in. Page 10 GIFT - Nanticoke Hospital receives a very generous gift. Page 51 RESCHEDULED - The Bridgeville Commission canceled its monthly meeting last Monday due to snow. The meeting is slated to take place on Monday, Feb. 15 at 7 p.m. at town hall.
Sports BLUE JAYS AND BLUE RAIDERS - Seaford and Woodbridge squared off in three sports last week. Coverage begins on page 39. STARS OF THE WEEk - A Woodbridge wrestler and a Seaford track and field athlete are this week’s Seaford Stars of the Week. Page 41. THIS WEEk IN HISTORY - The Star takes a look back at this week in local sports history. Page 45.
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The shopping cart atop a pile of snow is symbolic of the type of helplessness people felt as a result of the weekend storm. At top right is a scene along High Street, Seaford, and at bottom right is a cleared sidewalk at Nanticoke Memorial Hospital that helps to show the depth of the snow that locally reached 20 inches. Photo at left by Cassie Richardson. Others by Carol Richardson
Blizzard dumps nearly 2 feet of snow on western Sussex By Lynn R. Parks
Leaders in both Laurel and Seaford say that their towns made out well in the weekend storm that dumped 2 feet of snow on western Sussex. But they acknowledge that the costs of removing snow from the streets and, in Seaford’s case, of getting power restored could create a burden for the towns. “Our employees had a significant amount of overtime,” said Laurel Mayor John Shwed. About a half dozen people worked through the weekend,
he added, clearing snow from the town’s streets. “Of course, we have no extra money in the budget to pay for that overtime,” Shwed said. He hopes that Gov. Markel’s state of emergency declaration will enable the town to qualify for some reimbursement from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). Seaford city manager Dolores Slatcher is also hopeful that her town will qualify for federal reimbursement. “There likely could be a chance for us
to get some of our money back,” she said. “We are collecting all of our costs and will send them in.” Slatcher could not estimate how much the city spent in overtime. She did say that the cost to the city of this storm will definitely be more than that of an earlier storm this winter, after which the city spent $13,800 to clear snow from its streets. The city called 48 employees to work at 9 p.m. Friday, just as the storm Continued to page 14
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Report damages associated with historic snowstorm Sussex County officials are asking residents and property owners with damage caused by this past weekend’s snowstorm to report that information immediately so emergency planners can assess the extent of destruction wrought on the region. Emergency Operations Center Director Joseph L. Thomas said some reports of poultry house collapses caused by the heavy, wet snow already have begun to filter in. The Sussex County EOC reminds residents, especially those in manufactured homes with flat roofs, to sweep or shovel snow from atop those structures as long as it is safe to do so. “As we all begin the tall task of recovering from this historic storm, it is imperative that the public as soon as possible report to us the damage to their homes, businesses, farms and other properties,” Thomas said. “That will give us a clearer picture of the
damage that is out there.” Anyone who has damage should call the EOC’s storm information hotline at 856-7366. The public also can send photographs of storm damage to emergency officials. Visit www. sussexcountyde.gov/stormphotos to upload storm images. DelDOT road crews and utility companies continued their efforts today to clear roads and restore power, this as another potentially significant winter storm approaches the mid-Atlantic region. The National Weather Service has issued a winter storm watch for Sussex County for Tuesday through Wednesday. Road crews continue to battle snow drifts of two to four feet in some locations, while approximately 10,000 homes and businesses enter their third day without electricity. Utility crews from as far away as North Carolina are in the county working to repair damaged utility poles and
Emergency management officials are urging residents to clear snow from roofs, particularly flat roofs. Roof collapses at businesses in Seaford and Laurel have already been reported. Exhaust vents should be kept clear of snow as well. Down spouts should be cleared of any snow and ice that might have drifted over or clogged ground level openings. Residents are reminded that the large amount of snow accumulated Feb. 5-6 will be made heavier by additional snow, sleet or rain and could cause roofs to collapse. By keeping down spouts clear, melting snow and rain can better drain from flat roofs, but clearing as much remaining snow as possible prior to additional accumulation is important. Heavy snow storms in past
years, such as the Presidents’ Weekend storm of 2003, resulted in major accumulation on roofs and led to several serious roof and building collapses of commercial and residential properties. For the safety of the public and preservation of property, it is very important to find means of safely clearing as much snow as possible from roofs. Following reports of collapsed poultry houses on Delmarva, DDA Secretary Ed Kee urges poultry growers to check with their flock supervisors about getting excess snow off of the roofs of their poultry houses. According to poultry housing specialists, growers need to get heat up into the attic of the houses to melt the snow on the roof. They also have to be careful of the impact of snow removal on the ventilation systems in the houses.
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lows, medications, drinks and non-perishable foods. For the latest list of road closures, visit the Delaware Department of Transportation Web site at www.deldot.gov. To view an up-to-date map of power outages in Sussex County, visit Delmarva Power’s website at www.delmarva.com and the Delaware Electric Cooperative’s website at www. delaware.coop.
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do not plan to use your generator in 30 days, stabilize the gas with fuel stabilizer. Maintain your generator according to the maintenance schedule for peak performance and safety. Do not operate the generator near combustible materials. When using extension cords, be sure they are of the grounded type and are rated for the application. Coiled cords can get hot, always uncoil cords and lay them in flat open locations. If you are connecting a generator into your home electrical system, have a qualified electrician install a Power Transfer Switch. Never plug your generator directly into your home outlet. Protect generators from exposure to rain and snow. Generators produce powerful voltage; Do not operate under wet conditions.
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Snow shovels, oil lamps and propane in demand By Lynn R. Parks
Friday morning at 10 o’clock, the Ace Hardware store in Seaford received a shipment of 250 snow shovels. By noon, every one of them had been sold. “I’m expecting a shipment of 1,000 shovels tomorrow,” general manager Bryan Burkholder said Monday morning. “I wish I had had them Friday afternoon. They would all have been sold.” Shovels weren’t the only items that people bought before the weekend’s storm that dumped 2 feet of snow in western Sussex. Burkholder said that his store also sold out of space heaters, oil lamps, propane tanks, “any survivalist products.” “Friday afternoon, all we had left was salt and sleds,” he added. “And we are sold out of them now.” Ace was not alone. Hardware stores throughout the area saw rushes of shoppers last week. On Monday, the stores were trying to restock in the face of yet another storm predicted to bring up to 10 inches of snow Tuesday and Wednesday. “I am waiting for the truck,” Ron Marvel, owner of Burton Bros. Inc. in downtown Seaford. “I’ve ordered shovels, sleds and salt and the truck was to be here today. But now they say that it’s stuck somewhere and it will be here tomorrow.” Burton Bros. was one of the few stores that were open Saturday morning, at the height of the blizzard. “I sold everything I could put my hands on,” Marvel said. That included propane tanks, heaters, wicks, colored lamp oil and batteries, he said.
At around 11 a.m., when the weather was so bad that he didn’t want people trying to walk or drive to his store, Marvel closed. He drove his last customer, who bought propane and 25 pounds of salt, home himself. Melinda Camacho, a manager at the Lowe’s in Seaford, said that before the storm, her store sold out of generators, which range in price from $429 to $1,300. “People were serious about preparing for this storm,” Camacho said. At O’Neal Brothers in Laurel, shoppers started preparing for the snow early last week. Saleswoman Beverly LeCates said that on Tuesday, the hardware store sold out of snow shovels, on Wednesday it sold out of salt and other ice-melting products and on Thursday it sold out of kerosene heaters. “On Friday, customers were buying kerosene cans, gasoline cans, batteries and flashlights,” LeCates said. The store also sold five generators, three before the storm and two after. “Now we’ve got people on the list for shovels and salt when they come in,” LeCates said. At H.C. Layton and Sons Hardware in Bridgeville, people shopped “like maniacs,” said clerk John Shockley. “We sold out of snow shovels, kerosene heaters, lamps, gas cans, diesel cans and wicks for lamps,” he said. Like Marvel at Burton Hardware, Shockley was hoping that a truck carrying new stock will get to the store Tuesday. If it arrives, he said, Layton’s shelves would be fully stocked again, just in time for the next storm.
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Woodbridge applies for a grant, approves new sports programs By Cathy Shufelt
The Woodbridge Board of Education approved the creation of new cross country, tennis and volleyball teams at Woodbridge High School. During the board’s January meeting they reviewed the request made on behalf of students at the high school by Athletic Director Derek Lofland. “I am excited to have these three sports accepted into our sports program, they’ll be great additions to our school,” said Lofland, “…there is a lot of interest and support from students for these teams.” The tennis team will have use of the tennis courts at Heritage Shores just as the golf team has access to the golf course there. School board members also approved the purchase of new bleachers for the elementary school. Volunteers will be recruited to help dismantle the old bleachers with local businesses taking the scrap metal and wood. Installation of the new bleachers is expected to take place during spring break. District Superintendent Dr. Kevin Carson reviewed the finance training districts have been undergoing recently. Presented by the Delaware Academy of School Leadership, in affiliation with the University of Delaware, districts in the state have been utilizing the knowledge put together by two of the top school district business managers in the state and updating their understanding of state and local funding as well as federal funding. The ongoing financial crisis statewide has made it necessary for school districts in the state
to remain even more up to date on these funding sources. Carson presented an overview of state, local and federal funding, how these funds are divided, Division I and II requirements, local board of education responsibilities and future budget issues. Given the current budget woes, thinking about the district’s future needs is a necessity. Some of the concerns facing school districts in the state are increased operational costs, the need to maintain competitive salaries and benefits, the increasing costs of technology, and the threat of future federal and state funding cuts, among other things. “Unfortunately, you have to lay politics on top of all this too,” said Carson. Many school districts will be forming “Citizens Financial Review Committees” to gain community input in helping them oversee expenditures, plan construction projects, and review budget changes, etc. Along with all districts in the state, representatives from the Woodbridge School District signed a “memorandum of understanding” with the state board of education that will be sent to the federal government’s “Race To The Top” program requesting grant money. The deadline for the application was Jan. 19 and state education leaders expect to be notified sometime in April. School districts in the state are hoping to share 50% of $75 million from this federal program. The board of education voted to approve a new meeting date for their regular April meeting. The new date for the meeting will be April 19.
Jester Scholarship available through SESA
The Seaford Educational Secretaries Association will award an $800 scholarship in memory of the late Gertrude Jester, the school district’s first secretary, who served in an administrative professional position in the Seaford School District for 47 years. When Mrs. Jester died in 1975, she had the longest accumulated years of service for the district. The Jester Scholarship will be awarded to a graduating senior of Seaford Senior High School who plans to pursue a career in an administrative professional (office administration) or business administration field (i.e. accounting, computer sciences, business management or business administration). Scholarship application forms are available in the Guidance and Business Education Departments of Seaford Senior High School. Completed application packets (including a brief biographical sketch and official high school transcript) are to be submitted to the Guidance Department by Wednesday, March 24.
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DOG RESCUE - The Seaford Volunteer Fire Dept (SVFD) responded on Thursday, Feb. 3, to a report from Jim and Crystal Ciafardo of Seaford, that their dog, Bella, had fallen through the ice on Hearns Pond. The SVFD responded to the scene with a boat and water rescue personnel, which included Asst. Chief Brad Taylor, Jean Milfort and Ryan Petrone. The SVFD crew pushed through the ice approximately half a mile and found the dog struggling in the icy waters. Bella was successfully placed aboard the SVFD rescue boat and reunited with her family.
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Senior Center finds a temporary home On March 1, the Nanticoke Senior Center will relocate to a new temporary facility located on Sussex Highway adjacent to the Plaza Tapatia Mexican Restaurant. The Senior Center, which has co-occupied a facility for the past 12 years with the Western Sussex Boys and Girls Club, needed to relocate as a result of their lease expiring at the current facility at the end of this month. The newly leased building, formerly known as “The Father’s House,” will provide over 5,000 square feet of space for the senior center to adequately continue their programs and services to the senior residents of Seaford. “With our lease expiration pending, it was critical that we find a facility that would enable us to continue to fulfill our mission without interruption” said NSC Board President Lora Schuler. “Many options have been considered over the past several months, and this appears to make the most sense due to size, location, cost and lay-out,” said Schuler. Rob Harman, managing broker and senior adviser with Sperry Van Ness-Miller Commercial Real Estate, found the building and negotiated its lease on behalf of NSC. Schuler emphasized that “Rob’s expertise and commitment to our mission were invaluable to NSC as we searched for a temporary facility.” Harman agreed to chair the NSC “Generations” campaign in June 2009. The campaign has been on hold as NSC considers its best options for a permanent home.
Nanticoke Senior Center will relocate in March to a temporary new facility conveniently located on Sussex Highway.
The temporary facility was recently renovated and provides a comfortable and welcoming atmosphere for the seniors. Space is available for the center’s exercise equipment and fitness classes which are a key element of the ‘life enhancement’ mission of the center. One key aspect that the new facility lacks is an industrial-sized kitchen, which is needed for the Center’s meal program. NSC provides more than 500 meals each week to both members and home-bound residents. Arrangements have been made with St. John’s United Methodist Church in Seaford to provide kitchen space for NSC staff on a daily basis in order to prepare the necessary meals for the seniors. Staff of the Senior Center also makes some 500 trips per month in Center vans
and other vehicles to take members to medical appointments, to pick up food and medication, and to arrange for social outings. “For many of our members, the Senior Center is their lifeline to remaining active and vital,” states Schuler. The Nanticoke Senior Center provides critical social, educational and health related services designed to enhance the lives of more than 800 senior members. The center, which has been in existence for over 37 years, will soon renew its capital campaign when NSC identifies a permanent building to accommodate the many types of services needed by its growing membership. Over the past year NSC has raised over $800,000 in gifts, pledges and challenge grants, giving the campaign a solid start.
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Bill seeks more jail time
Adults who hold a position of trust or authority over young adolescents would face more stringent penalties, including mandatory jail time if they have sex with 16- or 17-year-olds, under legislation filed recently in the House of Representatives. House Bill 304, sponsored by Rep. E. Bradford “Brad” Bennett, would increase the charge against a person who holds a position of trust, authority or supervision over children 16-17 years old and intentionally engages in sexual intercourse or penetration with the child. Currently, state law calls for a charge of fourth-degree rape in such cases. HB 304 would increase the charge to third-degree rape, which is what the current charge is for such offenses against children under 16. Under Delaware sentencing laws, fourth-degree rape is a class C felony, which does not have a minimum prison sentence. Third-degree rape is a class B felony, which carries a minimum prison sentence of two years. According to state law, a position of trust, authority or supervision includes teachers, coaches, day care providers or any person who has regular direct contact with children through a school, church or athletic organization. House Bill 304, which has 21 co-sponsors in the House, has been assigned to the House Judiciary Committee.
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Business Teacher Externship Program
The Delaware Business, Industry, Education (BIE) Alliance, in partnership with the Delaware State Chamber of Commerce, and the Delaware Department of Education, are coordinating a Teacher Externship Program for Delaware educators for this summer. This exploration program will place educators inside the business community to gain knowledge about the academic skills students must achieve to be able to fulfill the requirements of tomorrow’s workforce. Businesses statewide will host educators for 18 hours the week of June 21. Open to all Delaware certified educators, this intense three-day learning experience awards 25 professional development hours toward renewal of a continuing education license. We are currently registering educators throughout the state for the Teacher Externship Program. Interested educators should contact Lori Aldrich at 302-8364591 or laldrich@bie.k12.de.us, and visit www.bie.k12.de.us (click on externship) for complete registration information.
Event planning course offered
Considering a new career? Learn about the field of event planning by enrolling in a certificate course offered at Delaware Technical & Community College, Owens Campus. Discover what it takes to plan business/corporate events, weddings and other special events. Topics include promotion, coordination, planning, design and marketing. Participants will receive suggestions for setting up a home office as well as determining client preferences and preparing a budget. Students will gain insight into the field through interaction with wedding/event vendors in Sussex County. Develop a team of preferred vendors, networks and target markets. Find out how to offer travel planning as an added value to clients. Course instructor Donna Duffy is coowner of Memorable Milestones, Inc., a successful event and travel planning business. This course will meet on Thursday evenings from March 4 through May 13. For more information or to sign up, contact Delaware Tech’s Corporate & Community Programs at 854-6966
A training course in hospitality and casino management is also available. For more information, visit www.SussexTechTraining.net and find the link to the Sussex Tech/Gatlin courses.
DSA Safety Seminar scheduled
The 33rd Annual Delmarva Safety Seminar and Exhibition is scheduled for March 15-17, in Ocean City, Md. The seminar is designed for managers, supervisors, safety professionals and other operating personnel. In addition to timely topics and expert speakers, representatives from OSHA, MOSH and Delaware Consultative Services will have exhibits and be available to answer your questions on regulatory matters. The show will address making workplaces safer and increasing understanding of safety practices and regulations. Workshop topics include H1N1, high voltage dangers, tree trimming, fleet safety, work safety on highways, fall protection, OSHA, ergonomics, workplace security, managing the safety function, OSHA recordkeeping and controlling insurance costs. One-day conference courses include the OSHA 10-hour for general industry, trenching and signal-person and rigger level 1. Visit www.delmarvasafety.com and click on “Expo and Seminar” for the complete program brochure and registration information. You may also call 8567303 for more information.
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Hill is named 2009 top producer Callaway, Farnell and Moore, Inc., of Seaford (CFM) has named Randy Hill its 2009 Top Producer. Hill was the Top Selling Agent and Top Listing Agent for 2009. Hill has consistently been a Top Producer since obtaining his real estate license in 2005. After joining the firm in January 2005, he was later that year appointed to the CFM Board of Directors, which was quite an accomplishment during his first year. His strong interest in real estate has led v
him to further his career by pursuing the Certified Commercial Investment Member (CCIM) professional designation. He is a member of the Sussex County Association of Realtors, and the Delaware and National Associations. A Laurel native, Hill resides near Bethel with his wife Kathy, a registered nurse at Renaissance Health Care in Millsboro, and their two children, Justin and Brittany. He can be reached at 629-4514 or 2363837 (cell).
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Laurel Center director has a passion for helping seniors By James Diehl
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f you spend any amount of time with Laurel Senior Center Executive Director Penny Duncan, one thing becomes abundantly clear rather quickly – the woman always has a smile on her face. She loves what she does, and it shows in her actions, in her demeanor and in her genuine zest for life. “I’m not a person who wants a lot of glory; that’s not what I’m here for,” says the Laurel native and 1962 graduate of Georgetown’s William C. Jason Comprehensive High School. “Any way I can help the people I serve, that’s what I want to do. I like to do what I do because I feel it’s my calling and my duty.” Duncan became the director of the Laurel Senior Center in 1994 – it was a day those she worked with, and for, never thought would come. But if there’s one quality that Duncan possesses, it’s perseverance; she simply does not give up once she sets her mind on a goal, whether it’s short-term or very far out in the future. “I had problems with a few board members back in the ‘60s; I even had one tell me that there was no way a black woman would ever run the center,” Duncan remembers. “I didn’t get all upset about that because you just get used to those things, but I did have to win some people over. I’ve had some of them come back to me years later and tell me that I’ve done a wonderful job.” Growing up in Laurel in the days of segregated schools, Duncan attended Jason High School. Now the Owens Campus of Delaware Technical & Community College, the school and its teachers were very special in the lives of many of the day’s black students. “Jason was a wonderful school and it was a wonderful experience for me,” says Duncan. “The teachers were very good, and they could discipline you back then. Going to school there was just a wonderful experience for me.” A short time after graduation, Duncan returned to the halls of her old high school as a student at the newly formed college. She studied human services in a certificate program, long before the school offered formal degrees. She obtained her certification and began going on interviews coordinated by the state of Delaware. “Back then, when you went to Del Tech for any kind of training at all, you went on the merit system and that system told you what kind of job you were qualified for,” Duncan remembers. “I was sent [to the senior center] through the labor department, and that’s the reason why I took this position.” Originally hoping to work with children, Duncan instead began working with seniors in her hometown. That was in July of 1977, more than 32 years ago, and the headstrong mother of four remains as determined today as she was back then. “I just love to work with these people; I have a passion for what I do,” she says. “I like to call the seniors ‘my people’ because I feel like they belong to me and it’s my job to take care of them. I tell them all the time that just because you come into a senior center, you’re not dead. We have to live while we live.”
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If you know of someone who has dedicated his or her life to service to others, suggest their names for this series. Contact James Diehl at 302-222-2685 or email Bryant richardson, brichardson@ mspublications.com Starting with the center as an outreach worker, Duncan spent many years meeting people, coordinating programs and convincing area senior citizens to give the facility a try. She even went door to door in the communities in and around Laurel for a time, something she’s grateful she doesn’t have to do today. “Back then you felt safe doing that; I wouldn’t now,” she admits. “I would knock on the door of anyone who was over 60. Years later, I found myself looking at a notebook I used to keep that showed who I went to visit. I saw all these people I knew because I had been to their house.” A big part of Duncan’s job, and one she feels emotionally committed to, is simply providing a means of fellowship and support for the senior citizens of Laurel and surrounding areas. She loves nothing more than to see a senior center full of people laughing, socializing and otherwise having a good time enjoying each other’s company. There have been many friendships made and many relationships formed over the years – there have even been a handful of love connections made at the Laurel Senior Center. “I’m a very religious person and God says that we need to have fellowship. I think this is a place that starts that fellowship and helps form good friendships,” says Duncan. “My concern is just with bringing people together. I’m so happy when I look up and see a lot of people coming in to the center.” Some people take to the center right away and some just pop in from time to time. Then there are those who are a little more stubborn and resistant to try anything new in their lives. People like the gentleman who came to the center one morning several years
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ago. When he left later in the same day, he swore he’d never be back again. His is one of Duncan’s favorite success stories. “He used to sit home and just watch his four walls. He was by himself and was very lonely,” says the long-time director of the senior center. “When he left the center [that first day], he said he was never coming back. But then I saw him the next week and before I knew it he was coming five days a week.” As it turned out, the gentleman in question had recently lost his wife and had met a fellow widow at the center. A couple of years later, they were united in marriage in front of their families and friends – at the Laurel Senior Center. Says Duncan matter-of-factly: “That made me feel like I had really accomplished something.” In addition to its home community, the Laurel Senior Center also serves the areas of Bridgeville, Greenwood, Delmar and other towns in western Sussex County through its adult day care program. But many services have been cut in recent years as the state and the country remain mired in the worst economic downtown since the Great Depression. But
Duncan and her staff have endured, and they’ve done it together. “It has posed some problems, but I don’t worry about that because we aren’t the only ones having problems,” says Duncan. “My idea was for each staff person to take one day off each week last year without pay. Everybody wanted to keep their job, so we did it. I did it too; I won’t suggest something that I won’t do myself. If I won’t do it too, we’re not going to do it at all.” Duncan is now 66-years-old and is certainly beginning to think about retirement. But that’s down the road; for now, she’s perfectly happy and content doing the job she’s grown to love for more than three decades. “The thing I’m most proud of is that I’ve been able to help and contribute to the happiness of so many senior citizens. That’s what makes me happy,” she says. Duncan is a long-time member of St. Matthew’s First Baptist Church in Laurel and is the mother of four children. She also boasts nine grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. She and her husband, Maurice, will celebrate their 40th wedding anniversary later this year.
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Surgeon shares heart-wrenching memories of journey to Haiti
Bayhealth Medical Center Trauma Surgeon John Brebbia, MD, is Critical Care director for Milford Memorial Hospital and Wound Care Center director for Kent General Hospital. Dr. Brebbia joined a Delaware contingent of doctors and healthcare professionals which traveled to Jacmel, Haiti and treated earthquake survivors between Jan. 20-28. Dr. Brebbia’s skills as a trauma surgeon were crucial in saving the lives of earthquake survivors who suffered from trauma injuries. Below is a question and answer with Dr. Brebbia: Q: We’ve heard about transportation problems for relief workers traveling to Haiti. What was it like for you? A: Let’s say it wasn’t “routine.” We flew from Philadelphia to Santo Domingo in the Dominican Republic. From there, we took a nine hour bus ride to Cabo Rojo, and then we took a six hour boat ride to Jacmel, Haiti. Q: What was your first thought when Brebbia you arrived in Jacmel? A: My first thought was about the unbelievable devastation. You can see the pictures on TV, but you can’t really get a sense of it until you stand at the foot of the city. It’s not just one house, not just one block, but the entire city came down. Unbelievable. Q: How did the Haitians react when you arrived? A: On the first day, there was a fair amount of bureaucracy. In spite of the devastation and the carnage, the mayor of Jacmel didn’t want us to treat anybody until he talked with the hospital administrator first. Once we started treating the injured, people started coming from everywhere. Many people came to us from outlying areas and even from Port Au Prince, where I think the relief people were overwhelmed. People were traveling great distances to get to the medical team in Jacmel. Q: What type of injuries were you treating? A: Since I’m a surgeon, most of my work was surgical. This included amputations of dead limbs, limbs that had been crushed from falling debris, and big open wounds created from concrete that had fallen and gouged out big areas of skin, fat and muscle. There were a lot of hand and foot injuries where tendons were exposed and the limbs were crushed to the point where they couldn’t survive. There were toes, fingers, hands, legs that all had to come off because the tissue was necrotic (dead) and if we didn’t amputate, the infection could progress to the point where they’d probably die. Q: What about the quality of your surgical equipment and supplies? A: We had to do the best with what we had. I had scalpels, clamps and a saw to perform what they call a Guillotine amputation. I used the saw to cut through to the bone and then put sutures in the arteries and veins and then put dressing on. We had no blood available for transfusions so we had to be very careful and use a tourniquet around the limbs to limit the blood loss. We set up our operating room with a tent from the Canadian military and then we covered the dirt floor by tying four tarps together. There was still a lot of dust in the air. Q: What did you learn from this experience? A: One thing we learned is that the poverty was not from the earthquake. They live in horrid poverty all the time. They have no primary care medicine. When they heard
doctors were in Jacmel, people literally came out of the hills to get treatment. We’re not just taking care of wounds but primary medical problems. We treated a lot of injuries that had nothing to do with the earthquake. It’s really hard to describe how poor they are. I’ve been to Third World countries and this doesn’t even measure up to a Third World country. Their homes are shacks made up of this,
that and the other thing. One wall might be cardboard, another wall might be sheet metal tied to a piece of wood. There were many people who had not eaten for days and could only get food from relief organizations delivering food. Q: What was your most heart wrenching moment? A: In one of my surgeries, I had to amputate the foot of a two-year-old girl. She came
out of the mountains and her wound had been left open for 13 days. It was horribly infected, her foot was dead and there were maggots and flies in her foot. Her foot had to come off, and I had to do it. Although I’m glad to be home, I also feel guilty that we are leaving them behind like that. I don’t know how they can live like that. I don’t know how we can allow them to live like that.
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On Wednesday, Feb. 10, as the Sussex area prepared for a second-round of winter weather, the Seaford School District suffered a serious structural issue at one of its schools. The cafeteria area of West Seaford Elementary collapsed under the strain of heavy snow on its flat roof sur-
face. District Chief of Buildings & Grounds, Roy Whitaker (shown on the phone) said the wooden trusses supporting the roof were unable to withstand the longstanding layers of heavy snow and this coupled with recent rain, caused the roof to collapse. Photos by Tony Windsor
Heavy snow takes toll on Seaford school building By Tony E. Windsor
On Wednesday, Feb. 10, as the Sussex area prepared for a second-round of severe winter weather, the Seaford School District suffered a serious structural issue at one of its schools. In the early morning hours, the roof over the cafeteria area of West Seaford Elementary collapsed under the strain of heavy snow on its flat surface. District Chief of Buildings & Grounds, Roy Whitaker, said the wooden trusses supporting the roof were unable to withstand the longstanding layers of heavy snow; this coupled with recent rain, caused the roof to collapse. Whitaker said all school buildings have been consistently checked by district maintenance employees during the winter
No bikes on sidewalks By Lynn R. Parks
Sign posts along High Street in downtown Seaford will soon boast additional instructions. Beneath information about two-hour parking and the fact that the street is a snow route will be a new sign to remind visitors what the sidewalks are intended for. “Sidewalk for pedestrian use only” signs will enable Seaford police officers to enforce state law forbidding riding bicycles or skateboards on sidewalks in a business district. The Seaford City Council Tuesday night approved the placement of the signs. City manager Dolores Slatcher said that cyclists will still be able to walk their bikes on the downtown sidewalks. “Someone riding a bicycle on High Street [sidewalks] can be told they have to walk their bike instead of riding and if necessary the police can do enforcement,” she said.
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Firefighter’s Association warns of home heating risks With cold temperatures and increasing numbers of home fires, the Delaware Volunteer Firefighter’s Association, in conjunction with the National Fire Protection Association is urging Delaware residents to take extra precautions. The high cost of home heating fuels and utilities has caused many Americans to search for alternative home heating sources such as wood burning stoves, space heaters and fireplaces. Heating is one of the leading causes of residential fires. Over one-quarter of these fires result from improper maintenance of equipment, specifically the failure to clean the equipment. Carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning is another danger when using heating equipment fueled by fossil fuel. It occurs most often when equipment is not vented properly. CO deaths have been on the rise since 1999. Carbon monoxide poisoning is most fatal to adults age 65 or older.
Preventing home heating fires In 2003-2006, the leading factor contributing to home heating fires (28%) and deaths (46%) was heating equipment too close to things that can burn, such as upholstered furniture, clothing, mattress, or bedding. Many heating fires can be prevented by following basic safety tips when dealing with any heating equipment: • Keep or maintain a 3 foot clearance between all heating equipment and anything that can burn. • Inspect and maintain heating equipment regularly for safety. • Be sure to have fixed space heaters installed by a qualified technician, according to manufacturer’s instructions or applicable codes. Or, make sure a qualified technician checks to see the unit has been properly installed. • When buying a new, portable space heater, make sure it has the label showing it is listed by a recognized testing laboratory, such as Underwriters Laboratories (UL).
• Space heaters should be turned off every time you leave the room and before going to bed. • Keep space heaters at least 3 feet away from anything that can burn - including furniture, blankets, curtains and paper products. • Choose space heaters that turn off automatically if they tip over. • Never use a space heater to dry clothing. • Do not use your oven to heat your home. • Install smoke alarms in every bedroom, outside each sleeping area, and on every level of the home. For the best protection, interconnect all smoke alarms throughout the home. When one sounds, they all sound. • Test smoke alarms monthly. • Install and maintain carbon monoxide alarms to avoid risk of carbon monoxide poisoning.
Wood burning stoves and fireplaces • Use a metal or glass fireplace screen to keep sparks from hitting nearby carpets or furniture. • Be sure the fireplace or stove is installed properly. Wood stoves should have adequate clearance (3 feet) from combustible surfaces and proper floor support and protection. • Wood stoves should be of good quality, solid construction and design, and should be evaluated by a nationally recognized laboratory, such as Underwriters Laboratories (UL). • The stove should be burned hot twice a day for 15-30 minutes to reduce the amount of creosote buildup. • Have your chimney inspected annually and cleaned if necessary, especially if it has not been used for some time. • Don’t use excessive amounts of paper to build fires in fireplaces. It is possible to ignite creosote in the chimney by overbuilding the fire. • Make sure your fireplace has a sturdy screen to prevent sparks from flying into the room.
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Indulge yourself with decadent desserts for this Valentine’s Day The best part about Valentine’s Day for me is that I have an excuse to eat my favorite health food chocolate. Myths about the ill affects of this exquisite edible have finally been shattered. Besides stimulating the secretion of endorphins that give chocolate munchers a kind of “runners high,” chocolate contains healthy vitamins, minerals and anti-oxidants that fight cancer and heart disease. We now know that eating chocolate does not cause acne or cavities. In fact, milk chocolate is the snack food least likely to cause tooth decay. If you haven’t already made plans for a romantic dinner out, you’ll need lots of luck getting reservations at this late date. But if your idea of a lovely Valentine evening is spending it at home with loved ones and a decadent confection, do I have some ideas for you!
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Sales strong for ‘World War II Heroes’ book by James Diehl Not even three months since its official release, local author James Diehl has announced that his book honoring Sussex County war veterans has begun its second print run. Strong retail sales in late fall and early winter have propelled an earlier than anticipated print run for “World War II Heroes of Southern Delaware.” “I am very excited and encouraged about the reaction so far to this project,” says Diehl, who is currently working on the second installment of the series. “I want more than anything for people to pick up this book and read about the sacrifices made by the men and women of the 1940s. The choices they made then still affect how we live today, and we owe them all our gratitude and our respect.” Featuring more than four dozen profiles that originally ran in the Seaford and Laurel Star newspapers in 2007-2008, the book is published by DNB Group, Inc., Diehl’s company, and is available for sale throughout the county and online at www. ww2-heroes.com. In addition to writing the profiles that will become “World War II Heroes of Coastal Delaware,” Diehl is also working with Milford-based Watermark Productions on a documentary about the war, scheduled for release sometime this fall. “I can’t talk too much about the documentary at this point because it is still very much in the production phase, but keep on the lookout for that sometime after Labor Day,” says Diehl, a native of Sussex County. “It’s shaping up to be something pretty special. I think it will be very telling, very emotional and a special keepsake for our brave veterans who served during World War II.” “World War II Heroes of Southern Delaware” tells the stories of 50 men and women with ties to southern Delaware, but
Moore, Knapp to wed in August Dean and Julie Moore of Seaford, are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Julieanna, to Kevin Knapp of St. Petersburg, Fla. Julieanna is a CNA at Delmar Nursing and Rehab. Kevin is employed at Dixie Construction. An August wedding is planned.
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Towns in western Sussex dig out from snowstorm Continued from page one
was starting. The employees remained on duty until 9 a.m. Sunday, plowing roads, working on power lines and manning telephones. “I am certainly proud of all of our city employees,” Slatcher said. “They went above and beyond the call of duty, leaving their families to come in and do what needed done. A lot of our employees live out in the country and went home Sunday morning to a situation where they didn’t have any power. There are still some who have not had a hot shower yet.” All of Seaford’s primary and secondary roads were cleared by 2:30 a.m. Sunday, Slatcher said. City workers were clearing alleys Monday morning. As for power, the city’s electric department counted 2,955 outages, caused by downed trees and failed switches. The average length of the outages was two hours, Slatcher said. The city got the last outage fixed at 11 p.m. Saturday; that household had been without power for 14 hours. Shwed said that households in and around Laurel did not experience power outages. “We have been very fortunate,” he said. Like Slatcher, Shwed praised employees who worked overtime to clear the town’s streets. As of Monday, all of the town’s streets were passable, he said. Employees were working on the town’s parking lots so that town hall, which was closed on Monday, could open on Tuesday. Smaller towns in western Sussex County handled the snow removal as best they could. On Monday morning, Officer Aaron Bonniwell with the Bridgeville Police Department said that streets in the town were “still pretty bad.” “Our streets are as good as can be with the amount of snow that we have and the amount of equipment that we have,” said town manager Bonnie Walls. The town has one backhoe and two pickup trucks that are fitted with blades. On Sunday, one of the two pickups broke down and was still out of commission Monday afternoon. Walls said that town employees started clearing streets Saturday afternoon and worked all day Sunday. Even so, she said, she had fielded calls from residents, un-
happy that their streets were not cleared. Town commissioners were to meet Monday afternoon to try to figure out a way to speed up the snow removal process, she added. In addition to snow removal, Bridgeville also had to handle a power outage at its wastewater treatment plant. Power at the plant was off for about six hours, Walls said. Workers there were able to turn on a backup generator so that operations at the plant continued to run smoothly. In Delmar, the town’s three-man snow removal crew went to work early Saturday morning and worked through until Sunday at 11 p.m. They were slowed down when one of the town’s three plow trucks broke down Saturday night, said town manager Sara Bynum-King. On Monday afternoon, primary roads were “passable,” Bynum-King said, and secondary roads were still “in poor condition.” “We are probably doing about as well as everybody else,” she added. “This is a lot of snow to have to manage. We are accustomed to our typical winters with a flurry here and there and this snowfall is quite significant.” Bynum-King could not estimate when town streets will be clear. “We will continue to do the best we can with what we have until we get through this season,” she said. In Blades, all town streets were “passable” on Monday afternoon, said Chris Evick, secretary of the Blades Volunteer Fire Company. “I’d say they’re not much more than passable,” he added. Evick said that the town has two snow plows. In addition, the fire company has a truck with a snow plow that “has been running nonstop since Friday night.” The fire company uses the truck to help clear town streets and also to get to houses where people have called for help. While talking about the snowstorm just passed, all town officials had their eyes on the storm approaching. On Monday, forecasts were calling for 5 to 10 inches of snow Tuesday night and Wednesday. “Oh, yippie,” said Walls. “We’re trying to get ready,” said Slatcher. “We realize what’s ahead of us is yet another challenge.”
Some may say the storm brought some beauty as well as hardship to the area. Above is the home of Wayne and Donna Carter on Atlanta Road north of Seaford. Photos by Lynn R. Parks
Tim Parks, Seaford, is happy to have an opportunity to use those snowshoes he bought 30 years ago. Behind him is his car, buried in nearly 3 feet of snow. At right is a snow-laden blue spruce.
Seaford Volunteer Fire Department Auxiliary members provide meals for emergency workers By Lynn R. Parks
Employees with the city of Seaford weren’t the only people working during the weekend snow storm. Volunteers with the Seaford Volunteer Fire Department and its auxiliary were also on the job. About 30 firefighters were at the fire station as part of a standby crew, ready to go out on emergency calls. And six women, five with the auxiliary and one with the junior auxiliary, were also there, preparing meals for the firefighters as well as for the 48 city employees who were plowing roads and fixing downed power lines. “We had about 75 people at each meal,” said 34-year auxiliary member Betty Truitt. Truitt, whose power was out
at her home, spent the weekend at the fire hall, sleeping on a mat on the floor. The first meal was Friday night, when the auxiliary members fixed beef and dumplings. On Saturday, they fixed a full breakfast, including pancakes, and then lasagna for lunch. For dinner, they prepared a pork loin and fried chicken. Sunday morning meant another full breakfast, including French toast and scrapple, and then another lunch. “By Sunday afternoon, we were very tired,” said Truitt. Seaford city manager Dolores Slatcher said that the auxiliary provided an “invaluable” service by feeding the city workers. “We had brought some food in, snacks and things, but there’s nothing like getting a good hot meal,” she said.
Mourning doves gather in a snowy tree. The birds have something to mourn about with snowstorm after snowstorm poundng the area.
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Bill Cosby comes to Civic Center
DIABETES PROGRAM RECOGNIZED - Nanticoke Memorial Hospital is proud to announce that they have earned the American Diabetes Association (ADA) Education Recognition Certification for their quality outpatient diabetes education program, The Diabetes Connection: “You’re in Control.” Certification, which is good for three years, verifies that this program offers high-quality education that is an essential component of effective diabetes treatment. From left are Diane Long, DTR, dietetic technician; Wendy Polk, RD, LDN, Nutritional Services director; Lucinda Mancuso, RD, CDE, LN, Diabetes Education program coordinator; Curtis A. Smith, DO, certified diabetes program medical advisor; and Barbara Ellingsworth, RN, nursing diabetes educator.
Legendary comedian, writer and actor Bill Cosby is coming to Salisbury, Md. for a limited two show engagement. This American icon takes the stage this Mother’s Day, Sunday, May 9 at 2 p.m. and 5 p.m. at the Wicomico Youth & Civic Center as part of the Broadway in Salisbury Series. Tickets are now on sale. Bill Cosby represents the voice of a vast, ordinary world. Bill Cosby points out the humor in our lives, and in doing so, touches our hearts. The 1984-94 run of The Cosby Show and his books Fatherhood and Time Flies established new benchmarks. His lifelong contributions to American culture were recognized with a Kennedy Center Honor in 1998 and the Presidential Medal of Freedom in July 2002. Cosby has touched the hearts of a new generation of young children with his Little Bill animated series based on Cosby’s popular children books. His interest in young people also spawned his best-selling book “Congratulations! Now What?,” published by Hyperion. The book contains his amusing take on college life and what lies ahead for the new graduate in the real world. Tickets may be purchased via phone at 410-548-4911, in person at the Wicomico Youth & Civic Center Box Office (Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.) or online at www.BroadwayinSalisbury. com.
Ad Hoc group presents show
Tickets are on sale for a 2 p.m., Sunday, Feb. 14th presentation featuring “Meet Our Miss Brooks” and an original production, “Shirley You Jest.”
PAGe 15 Possums’ “Ad Hoc” group performs from scripts originally performed in the early days of radio. Their regular schedule includes venues throughout the midDelmarva area. The first comedy being performed is from the popular “Our Miss Brooks” series. The second half, “Shirley You Jest,” is a comedy created by Ms. Nita Gary of Lewes, a regular performer with Ad Hoc who has taken many comedic roles on local stages. This entertainment is a nostalgic, romantic way to spend an afternoon for couples of all ages, or a new way to “see” this old medium, for all theatre fans. Tickets are $6. All tickets are to be paid for and picked up at the door, but seats may be reserved by calling the Possum Ticketline at 856-4560.
Oliver North to speak at dinner
Oliver North will be the keynote speaker at the annual Kent County Lincoln Day Dinner on Friday, Feb. 19, at Dover Downs. “Ollie North is attracting folks from across the region regardless of political affiliation and people are already making reservations” said David Burris, Kent Co. GOP chairman. Cocktails and a silent auction will begin at 6 p.m., with dinner at 7 p.m. Donations are needed for a silent auction. Individual tickets are $100, with corporate sponsorships available from $300 to $2,500. Upper level sponsors will spend a private cocktail hour with Col. North, then sit with him at the chairman’s table at dinner. For more information and updates, visit www.KentRepublicans.com or call 302-747-7579.
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Community Bulletin Board NHS dinner/auction
The Nanticoke Health Services dinner & auction planning committee of “crew members” is preparing an enjoyable voyage for the 24th annual dinner and auction at Heritage Shores Club in Bridgeville on April 17. Proceeds benefit Women’s Health/Digital Mammography Services at Nanticoke Memorial Hospital. For details, contact the Corporate Development office of Nanticoke Memorial Hospital at 6296611, ext. 2404 or morrisr@nanticoke.org.
benefit Operation Smile. The show will be held at Baywood Greens Country Club on Friday, Feb. 26 at 6:30 p.m. and includes models from seven area high schools, including Seaford High School. Love Photo Booths will set up a booth during the show. Tickets are $10 for students and $15 for adults. For more information, contact Rickards at courtenayyyy@gmail.com.
Dinner for Coast Guard Auxiliary
On Monday, Feb. 22, you can support the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary at the Roadhouse. It’s located at 1893 Coastal Highway, Rehoboth Beach, 645-8273. Come for lunch or dinner and tell your server you are supporting the USCGA.
Celebrity Golf Classic
The Sussex Chapter #7, Order of the Eastern Star, will be serving a chicken and dumpling dinner to benefit special needs children. Dinner will be held at 7 Pine Street, Seaford. Price is $10, children under 12, $5. Call 629-8330 for information. POSTPONED UNTIL MARCH.
The Horsey Family Youth Foundation Celebrity Golf Classic will take place May 12-13 at Heritage Shores Golf and Country Club. There will be a host of celebrities this year with the addition of four time Super Bowl Champion Rocky Bleier of the Pittsburgh Steelers and more to come. There will also be a NASCAR legend announced at a later date. For more information, contact Dale Webb at 841-5120.
Little League Basket Bingo
Coat Drive
Chicken & dumpling dinner
Nanticoke Little League (NLL) will hold a Longaberger Basket Bingo at 7 p.m. on Thursday, March 11, at the Seaford Moose. The Basket Bingo will consist of 20 games and feature several Longaberger baskets as prizes. Advance tickets are $20 per person, $25 at the door. An advance ticket includes a chance to win the Hostess Sort & Store Hamper, Large Market and Large Boardwalk baskets. For ticket information, contact the NLL at 629-9209.
Laurel Kids Connection fundraiser
All-you-can-eat pancakes, link sausage, coffee, tea and soda for $6 at Applebees in Seaford from 8 to 10 a.m. on Saturday, Feb. 13. For more information and tickets, call Glenn Phillips Sr. at 236-0321. Tickets will also be sold at the door. All proceeds go to the Laurel Kids Connection Mentoring Program.
Show benefits Operation Smile
Courtenay Rickards, a senior at Sussex Tech, is producing a fashion show to
Liberty Tax Service will be collecting new and gently used coats and blankets, to be given to local charities. Drop off your donation at the Seaford Village location and receive a $20 off coupon toward your tax preparation fee. For more information call 629-6675.
Equine Council
The Delaware Equine Council’s 5th Annual Dinner/Dance Scholarship Fundraiser will be held at the Delaware Agricultural Museum, Dover, from 6 to 10 p.m., on Saturday, March 20. For tickets call Stan at 302-684-3966.
Winter Gala
Everyone is invited to attend Epworth Christian School’s 7th Annual Winter Gala on Saturday, Feb. 20. This year’s theme
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Both Mayor Ed Butler and councilwoman Leanne Phillips-Lowe are running in the upcoming Seaford city elections. Deadline to file as a candidate is Friday, March 26. Butler was first elected to the Seaford City Council in 1986. He served six terms on the council then, when Dan Short stepped down as mayor to run for state representative in 2006, he ran for mayor. He was unopposed in the 2008 election. Phillips-Lowe was appointed to fill Butler’s council seat in 2006. She was reelected in 2007. The mayor’s term lasts two years. Council members’ terms are three years. The election will be Saturday, April 17. Voters must be registered with the city by 5 p.m. Friday, March 26. Voters must be registered with the city in order to vote.
16th Annual Toy & Train Show
The Saeford Volunteer Fire Department is hosting the 16th Annual Train & Toy Show at the station on Cannon Street, Seaford, on Saturday, Feb. 27 from 9 am. To 3 p.m. Follow signs from Rt. 13 & Rt. 20. Admission is $3 for adults. Children under 12 are free with a paying adult. There will
Seaford Library
• The Seaford Library and Cultural Center is looking for local artists who are interested in having their art displayed at the Seaford Library for our 3rd annual art show on March 12 and 13. This is a multi-medium art show, so all artists are welcome. Call Amber Motta at 629-2524. Space is limited so register at the front desk before March 5. • The Seaford Library and Cultural Center has joined with IHOP in an effort to raise money for the Library. Eat a meal at the Seaford, Dover, Rehoboth, or Salisbury, Md. IHOP locations and return the itemized receipt along with a comment card to the Seaford Library and Cultural Center. We must have the itemized receipt in order to receive the reimbursement. The Library will receive 10% of the total receipt. • The “Science and Religion” book discussion will meet at the Seaford Library and Cultural Center on Monday, Feb. 15, at 6 p.m. For more information, call Rose Harrison at 629-2524.
Pancake dinner
A Valentine’s Day Pancake Dinner will be hosted by Seaford Presbyterian Church on Sunday, Feb. 14 at 5 p.m. There will be door prizes and contests. For more information, call 629-9077.
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Free opportunity for dads
Come join other fathers to talk about being a dad. Bring your child along for a free lunch and then supervised play while you have some time to meet with other dads. 24/7 Dad focuses on fatherhood concepts like masculinity, discipline and work/family balance. The free event is held on Thursdays from Feb. 18 through May 18, noon to 2 p.m., at the Western Sussex Boys & Girls Club. Pre-registration is required. For more information, contact Lisa at 856-5239.
All-You-Can-Eat Spaghetti Dinner
Blades Volunteer Fire Company will hold an All-You-Can-Eat Spaghetti Dinner on Saturday, Feb. 20, from 4 to 7 p.m. Dinner includes spaghetti, a salad, bread, tea or coffee. Plain sauce and meat sauces will be homemade. Assorted desserts and drinks will be available. Cost is $8/adult and $4/12 and under. Eat in/take out/delivery for call in orders at 629-4896.
• Saturday, Feb. 27 – Last day to add books to your Reading Log (Make up day for any snowed-out programs, 11 a.m.) • Saturday, March 6, 11 a.m. - Winter Reading Program Party! All children who complete the Winter Reading Program receive a book of their choice and a prize from the Friends of the Laurel Public Library. Top readers in each grade receive special prizes. Refreshments will be available. For more information, call the Laurel Public Library at 875-3184 or email Becky Norton, Youth Services librarian, at rebecca.norton@lib.de.us. • Thursday, Feb 18 - “ Food Lore: Scrapple, Muskrat and More.” Local storyteller Ed Okonowicz explores the cuisine most identified with the Delmarva region. A Delaware Humanities Forum presentation. Hope Lodge #4 in Laurel will be having an oyster fritter fry on Saturday, Feb. 20, from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. at their sixth street location. Oyster fritters, crab cakes, hamburgers and home made cream of crab soup. Baked goods will also be available from the Ester Star ladies.
Lions Club AYCE pancake breakfast Laurel Lions Club is holding a AYCE pancake breakfast at St. Philips Episcopal Church, 600 S. Central Ave., on Sat., Feb. 27, from 7 - 10 a.m. Adults $6, Seniors (over 60) and children 3-12-years-old, $4; under 3-years-old free. Call 875-7775 for tickets. Tickets also available at the door. Proceeds used for local needs.
Laurel Library programs
• Saturday, Feb. 13, 11 a.m. - Valentine’s Day Craft program • Wednesday, Feb. 17, 4:15 p.m. Make-a-Snowman-Day at the library
The Town of Bethel election
The Town of Bethel will hold an election for two (2) Council seats on Saturday, Feb. 27, 2010. Voting will take place at the Bethel Historical Museum on First (1st) Street between 1 and 4 p.m. There will be no absentee ballots. You must be 18-years-old and a resident of Bethel to vote.
Library programs
The Bridgeville Public Library has new hours of service. The library is now open from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Thursday. No change on Friday and Saturday hours, which are 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Story time for ages 2-4 is on Tuesdays at 11 a.m. and Thursdays at 11 a.m. for ages 4-6. Ms. Kathy has added a Lap Sit on Wednesdays at 10 a.m. for ages 3 months to 3. Family Nights are held each month on the third Thursday at 6:30 p.m. Games, fun, entertainment and light refreshments are provided. Complete schedules are available at the library. For more information, contact the library at 337-7401.
Delmar Library
Tax Prep - The following events will be held at the Delmar Public Library in February. The library will be a site for AARP Tax Preparation again this year every Thursday in February and March with three dates in April. Call the library at 846-9894 to set up the required appointment time. • Tuesday, Feb. 16 - Mardi Gras at the Delmar Public Library. During our children’s program, we will make Mardi Gras masks, wear our beads and sample Cajun food. There will even be a King Cake, with the trinket baked inside. All the fun begins at 6:30 p.m. in the Hayman Meeting Room. • Thursday, Feb. 25 - It’s time for the Delmar Library’s annual Teddy Bear Picnic. Everything you wanted to know about bears. The movie “Teddy Bear Picnic” will be playing throughout the evening along with crafts and games. Sign up at our front desk due to limited space and each child must have accompaning adult.
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Laurel Library helps smokers
The Laurel Public Library, in partnership with the Delaware Division of Public Health, will offer a free, six week smoking cessation program for residents 18 and older, who want to stop smoking. The sessions, held every Thursday in the library’s community room, will continue for four weeks throughout February. Denese Bell from the Tobacco Prevention and Control Program will be the presenter, and will be offering individuals a variety of methods for successful outcomes. Walk-in individual Quit Smoking counseling will be held from 10 a.m. to noon. Healthy lifestyles techniques for “Smokers Only” will include indoor walking from 1 to 1:30 p.m. and relaxation techniques from 1:30 to 2 p.m. Registration is requested but not mandatory. Walk-ins are welcome. To register, call the Laurel Public Library at 875-3184.
Bridgeville Fire Department’s 100th anniversary celebration, parade and open house will be held Saturday, April 10. The anniversary parade will get underway at 1 p.m. and will march along Main and Market streets to the fire hall.
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Breakfast benefits program
The Laurel Kids Connection Mentoring Program will benefit from a Valentine’s Day weekend special, AYCE Pancake/ Link Sausage/Beverage Breakfast at Applebee’s in Seaford from 8 to 10 a.m. on Saturday, Feb. 13. Cost is $6. The Laurel Kids Connection Mentoring program staff and youth participants will be greeters and servers. For tickets, send your check made payable to DAPI/LKC, 26673 Sussex Hwy. Seaford, DE 19973, Attn: Glenn Phillips. Tickets will be waiting for you at the door. For more information about the mentoring program, visit www.dapi.org or call 629-7790, ext. 314.
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All-you-can-eat spaghetti dinner
Support the Greenwood Public Library Friends group and enjoy a meal at Pizza King in Seaford on Monday, Feb. 22. Contact the library at 349-5309 or a friend at 349-4949 to receive coupons to present to the cashier when paying your guest receipt on this date. The Pizza King organization will donate a percentage of receipt to the Library Friends group to help with programs, etc.
The Bi-State Ruritans will sponsor an all-you-can-eat spaghetti dinner from 4 to 6:30 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 20, at Melson Church Community Hall, east of Delmar. $8 per person for spaghetti, salad, bread, iced tea and coffee. Desserts will be available for a nominal fee. A Chinese Auction is planned and a separate raffle for a hand-stitched queen size quilt will also be held.
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Sweetheart Dinner Dance
Join us at the Greenwood CHEER Center for a Sweetheart Dinner Dance from 5 to 7:30 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 12. Come dance the night away to musical entertainment by Tony Windsor who will be singing some favorite Elvis songs. For information, contact Susan Welch at 349-5237.
Craft Fair to support relay
A Craft Fair will be held at the Greenwood Fire Hall on Saturday, March 27, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., to benefit Relay for Life of Western Sussex. The Wolf Gang team walks in memory of Joyce Wolfgang, a co-worker and friend, that lost her battle with cancer in 2007. Tables are available for $20 each. If you are interested, call 841-2104. The event is open to the public. Homemade Easter eggs of all flavors will be available along with other desserts.
Folk musician comes to Greenwood
On Feb. 18, professional folk musician Jay Smar will be presenting two concerts, one at 3:30 p.m. and the second at 6:30 p.m., at the VFW Hall on Mill Street and Governors Avenue in Greenwood. The 3:30 p.m. performance, “History Through Folk Music,” is geared towards children eight and up. The evening performance for families at 6:30 p.m. will be a cross between music and lecture, dealing primarily with coal mining songs and stories of Northeast Pennsylvania as well as original folk, ol’ timey country, bluegrass, guitar and banjo instrumentals, vocals and flat-foot clog dancing. To find out more about Jay and to listen to some of his music, visit www.jaysmar. com. For more information, contact Robin Miller at 349-5309. AUTHENTIC MEXICAN
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In honor of Chocolate Month, the Greenwood Public Library will hold its 3rd Annual Chocolate Lovers’ Night on Friday, Feb. 19, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Whip up your tastiest chocolate dessert and enter it in our Best Chocolate Dessert contest to be held that evening. Those who attend will be our judges, sampling each entry and voting on their favorite. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.
Mardi Gras Party
Come join the fun at the Greenwood CHEER Activity Center for a Mardi Gras Party from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 16. Enjoy light refreshments and listen to Jazz music at 10:30 a.m. with Barry Eli. Come dressed for the occasion wearing clothing in green, purple and gold and don’t forget your party mask. For more information, call the center at 349-5237.
‘Bridge to a new position’
The Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) of Sussex County announces the latest “Bridge to a New Position” series of three free workshops. All three sessions will take place at the Greenwood Public Library on Tuesdays from 1 to 4 p.m. Tuesday, March 9, will cover “Overcoming the Trauma of Job Loss” and “Maximizing Resources for Your Job Search.” On Tuesday, March 16, the subjects will be “Resume Writing” and “Understanding the Interview Process.” The final session on Tuesday, March 23, will consist of one-on-one consultations and mock interviews. Registration is limited to 20, so call 856-5815 now for more information or to register.
Neighborhood Watch presentation Join us for a “Neighborhood Watch at Greenwood” presentation at the Greenwood CHEER Center on Friday, Feb. 26, at 11:15 a.m. Seniors are more vulnerable to certain crimes - purse snatching, mugging and fraud. For more information, contact Susan Welch at 349-5237.
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See ‘The Lion King’ Seaford AARP trips
March 31 - Cherry Blossoms - A buffet lunch on the Spirit Of Washington while you enjoy a band and dancing while cruising the Potomac to view the cherry blossoms and many historical buildings. Cost: $71. April 30 to May 2 - Azalea Festival with reserved seating for the Grand Parade - The Virginia International Tattoo show, a Botanical Gardens Tram Tour, a buffet dinner on the Spirit Of Norfolk as you cruise the Elizabeth River. Also tour the Naval Base, the Battleship Wisconsin and the Nauticus. Also visit the MacAuthur Memorial. Five meals included. Cost: $387/double. April 12-16, Myrtle Beach, S.C. - Anniversary Special - Included are four breakfasts and four dinners. Day 1 - visit to Legends In Concert, day 2 - visit the Carolina Opry, day 3 - the Palace Theatre features a production of Le Grande Cirque performers with jugglers and acrobats. Day 4 - a special performance at the Alabama Theatre and a celebration dinner at the House Of Blues. Also a scenic boat cruise, a guided tour of Charleston and time at Barefoot Landing. Cost: $535/double. All trips are open to the public. For more information, contact Rose Wheaton at 629-7180. The Seaford Historical Society is sponsoring a trip to the Philadelphia Flower Show on Thursday, March 4. Price of the trip is $60 per person and includes admission to the show and transportation. Lunch is each individual’s responsibility. The bus leaves Seaford at 8 a.m. from the Sears parking lot in the Village Shopping Center. The return trip leaves Philadelphia at 4 p.m. Reservations are required by Monday, Feb. 22, and mady be made by calling the SHS at 628-9828. Checks should be made payable to Seaford Historical Society.
Philadelphia Flower Show
The Greenwood CHEER Activity Center is offering a motor-coach trip to the 2010 Philadelphia Flower Show in Philadelphia, Pa., on Tuesday, March 2. Cost is $48 per person and includes transportation and show ticket. Registration and full payment is due by Thursday,
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New Hampshire Ski Week
Space is still available on a New Hampshire Ski Week scheduled for Feb. 21-26. Spend five days skiing in New Hampshire at your choice each day of Cannon Mountain, Loon Mountain, Waterville Valley, or Bretton Woods. Sponsored by the Salisbury Ski Club of Delmarva, the trip leaders are Wini Walton and Bobbi Pinson, who can be reached at 302-734-4930 or 629-6925. The ski week package includes everything but transportation and has the low per person price of $450-4/room, $475-3/ room, and $515-2/room - plus all tips and taxes are included. Call Wini Walton or Bobbi Pinson after 6 p.m., at 302-7344930 or 629-6925 for reservations.
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Limited seats are available for a trip to see Disney’s breathtaking musical “The Lion King” on Thursday, April 15, at the Academy of Music in Philadelphia; the trip is sponsored by Adult Plus+ at Delaware Technical & Community College, Owens Campus. For more information or to reserve orchestra seats, contact the Delaware Tech’s Adult Plus+ program at 856-5618.
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USCG Auxiliary
United States Coast Guard Auxiliary meets the second Sunday of the month at 2 p.m. at the Nanticoke River Yacht Club. For more information, contact Cindi Chaimowitz at 302-398-0309.
Widowed Persons
The Seaford Chamber of the Widowed Persons Service will have its next meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 16, at 12:15 p.m. at the Georgia House in Laurel. All widowed persons of all ages are invited to attend.
Antique Tractor Club
The First State Antique Tractor Club will hold its monthly meeting on Thursday, Feb. 18, at the Greenwood Fire House, at 7 p.m. There will be a very Why Rent? 303 N. Poplar Street - It’s time to make a move. Build equity and take advantage of the $8,000 tax credit before it runs out. Located within the City Limits of Laurel, this 2 bedroom, 1 bath home is perfect for the first time home buyer. Asking $99,000. #575040
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MORNING STAR • FEBRUARY 11 - 17, 2010 important discussion about the Tractor Show at the Delaware State Fair Grounds on June 1113, and a consignment sale that is planned.
SARA
The regular monthly meeting of the Sussex Amateur Radio Association (SARA) will be held on Wednesday, Feb. 17, at the Marvel Museum located at 510 S. Bedford St., in Georgetown. FCC license testing for all levels begins at 6:30 p.m. An informal social starts at 7 p.m., with the meeting beginning at 7:30 p.m. For more information on this and other SARA Club events, visit www.sussexamateurradio. com.
Spade & Trowel Club
The regular Feb. 9 monthly meeting of the Spade and Trowel Club has been postponed. The new date is Tuesday, Feb. 23, at St. John’s United Methodist Church at 12:30 p.m. Visitors are welcome. Wendy Aycoth, Delaware Federated Garden Club horticulture chairman, will conduct a design workshop, focusing on what the judges will look for in flower show entries for the upcoming Flower Show to be held at the Seaford Library on April 13. Entry forms for the show are available. For more information, contact Mary Noel, club president, at 337-1054.
NARFE
The Georgetown Chapter (1992) of the National Active and Retired Federal Employees Association (NARFE) will hold their next meeting at noon on Monday, Feb. 15, with lunch at Pizza King in Seaford. For more information, contact Betty Graebner, at 8757287.
Sussex Tech musical
Sussex Technical High School presents the Broadway smash, “Ragtime,” the school’s first venture into a musical production. The musical will be presented to the public at Delaware Technical and Community College Theater in Georgetown on Friday, March 5, and Saturday, March 6, with a ticket price of $8. All shows begin at 7 p.m. and tickets may be purchased at the door.
Ad Hoc radio comedies
The Ad Hoc Touring Company will bring a Valentine performance of old time radio comedies, including the favorite “Our Miss Brooks,” to Possum Point Theater at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 14. The show will also include the classic “Who’s on First”
comedy routine of Abbott and Costello; and an original sketch, “Shirley You Jest,” written by Ad Hoc’s Nita Gary. Tickets are $6 and will be collected at the door before the performance.
is offered for seniors, students and military for Sunday matinees. For tickets, call Second Street Players at 302-422-0220 or visit www.secondstreetplayers.com.
Country breakfast buffet
Saturday, Feb. 20, promises to be a full day of education for Sussex County genealogists and historians. At 10:30 a.m. the Sussex County Genealogical Society will present a program by Dr. Ray Thompson, director of Salisbury University’s Edward H. Nabb Research Center for Delmarva History and Culture. Dr. Thompson’s topic, “Visualizing the Settlement of Lower Delmarva: 1609-1800,” will cover the settlement of lower Delmarva, from the lower Eastern Shore upward into what becomes Sussex County. At 1 p.m., the Rehoboth Beach Public Library and the Sussex County Genealogical Society will host the Rehoboth Beach Historical Society as they present a workshop on the preservation of heirlooms and family papers by historian Michael Dixon. Meetings are held in the upstairs meeting room of the Rehoboth Beach Public Library. Participants are encouraged to bring a brown bag lunch; coffee and desert will be provided. For more information, call 875-5418 or visit www.scgsdelaware.org.
A country breakfast buffet will be held every fourth Sunday each month - September through June, from 7 to 10 a.m. at Galestown Community House. The buffet includes eggs, scrapple, sausage, pancakes, potato casserole, hominy, biscuits, toast, fruit cup and sticky buns. The community house is located on School House Road at the intersection of Galestown and Reliance Roads in Galestown, Md. The dates are: Feb. 28, March 28, April 25, May 23, June 27.
Princess Tea Party
A Princess Tea Party and Luncheon to benefit the Miss Georgetown Scholarship Program will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Feb. 13, at Wesley United Methodist Church in Georgetown. The event is held in honor and memory of Bethany VanSciver, Miss Teen Georgetown 2005. Advance ticket sales only. Cost is $15; ages 12 and under, $10. All princesses must be accompanied by an adult. For more information, call 302-249-9370 or email georgetownpageant@msn.com.
Black history tribute
The Lower Sussex County NAACP will sponsor their black history tribute in the form of music and dance. On Saturday Feb. 13, at Sussex Central High School, Millsboro, the group will host various choirs and musical groups, creative dance and poetry as a tribute to Black History Month. In addition, they will honor teachers from Jason Comprehensive High School. The Booker Street Church of God Gospel Choir will perform along with Harry Crapper, a Jason graduate. The Buffalo Soldiers will also display their information. For more information, call 856-7656. Admission is $10 for adults and $1 for children under 16.
‘Miracle Worker’
Milford Second Street Players opens the new year – and its 30th anniversary season – with William Gibson’s The Miracle Worker, the story of Helen Keller. The play will be presented at Riverfront Theatre, Milford. Second Street Players is partnering with the Georgia House for a special Valentine’s Eve dinner/theatre package on Saturday, Feb. 13 at 5:30 p.m. Tickets for this special package are $45 per person or $80 per couple. Curtain time for The Miracle Worker is 8 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, Feb. 12, 13, 19 and 20. Sunday matinees on Feb. 14 and 21 are at 3 p.m. Tickets are $17. A $1 discount
Delmarva history & families
Central Sussex Bridal Show The 14th Annual Central Sussex Bridal Show has been rescheduled for Sunday, Feb. 21, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Millsboro Civic Center. There will be over 32 vendors, door prizes and a grand prize drawing for attending brides. For more information, contact the Millsboro Chamber of Commerce at 934-6777.
Positive Growth Alliance
Positive Growth Alliance will hold a Mixer on Thursday, Feb. 25, from 5 to 7 p.m., at the Georgetown Airport Restaurant. Cost is $15 per person at the door, which includes light food and one adult beverage. This event is a great place to network. The new prosperity checklist will be discussed. For a sneak peek of the checklist, visit www.pgalliance.org. If you can attend, contact Rich Collins at 302-381-1610.
Indoor yard sale
On Saturday, March 13, CHEER will hold an Indoor Garage Sale at the CHEER Community Center. Doors open at 8 a.m. and the sale ends promptly at 1 p.m. Donations for CHEER will be collected at the entrance. Vendor space is still available. The cost is $15 for an 8’ x 10’ space and includes one table and two chairs. The Georgia House Café will be open during this event. For information and/or vendor space, contact Gina at gderrickson@cheerde.com or call 8549500.
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MORNING STAR • FEBRUARY 11 - 17, 2010
Church Bulletins Weekly Bible Study
A weekly Bible study will be held every Wednesday night from 7:15-8:15 p.m. at the Holiday Inn Express, Seaford, Rt. 13 South (next to Friendly’s). Family oriented Bible lessons for all ages. Elder Cornell Johnson is Pastor. Call 628-0349 or 302344-9672.
Lenten fish dinners
The Knights of Columbus, St. Molua Council #4075 will once again be offering their Lenten fish dinners at Our Lady of Lourdes church hall, at the rear of the church, 535 East Stein Hwy., Seaford. The dinners will be held every Friday during Lent from Feb. 19 through March 26. Serving times will be from 4:30 to 7 p.m. Adults $9; children $4. Proceeds benefit the St. Molua Council $4075 college scholarship fund and other church based activities.
Messiah’s Vineyard Bible studies
Church in Laurel will be holding Conversation Groups “In His Presence.” If you are interested in building new relationships, please contact us at 8754646 to get connected with a host. “The Journey” Acts, an in depth study of God’s word will be on Sunday, February 14 from 6 to 9 p.m. and on Monday, Feb. 15 from 6:30 to 9 p.m. For upcoming events visit www.messiahsvineyard. org
Free soup and sandwiches
New Zion United Methodist Church in Laurel offers free soup and sandwiches every Wednesday from noon to 2 p.m. For more information, contact Pastor Timothy Duffield Sr. at 875-0727.
Ash Wednesday Service
Charity UMC located at 7955 Jersey Road in Salisbury, Md., will hold an Ash Wednesday Service at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 17. Everyone is welcome to attend.
Lenten services schedule
The Greater Seaford Ministerium announces the following schedule for the 2010 Lenten services. All services start at noon, are 25 minutes in length and are followed by a light luncheon at the host church. • Wednesday, Feb. 17 - Mt. Olivet United Methodist Church • Wednesday, Feb. 24 - Atlanta Road Alliance Church • Wednesday, March 3 - Grace Baptist Church • Wednesday, March 10 - Christ Lutheran Church • Wednesday, March 17 - Gethsemane United Methodist Church • Wednesday, March 24 - St. John’s United Methodist Church
MITI program for students
Lighthouse Christian School in Dagsboro has launched the Molitor International Training Initiative (MITI): Foundations for Success with their 7th and 8th grade students. This program will be facilitated through a partnership with House of Hope Delaware. House of Hope Delaware (HOHDE) is a faith-based, not-for-profit organization that provides non-residential counseling, education and outreach to youth and families who may find themselves faced with what seem to be overwhelming and hopeless circumstances. MITI helps
students build their life skills as well as acquire the principles needed to succeed in their homes, schools, communities and workplace. The program consists of a 60hour course that will work hand-in-hand with LCS’ Bible class. Some of the topics included in the course are life mapping, listening skills, conflict resolution, communication and more. MITI can be facilitated in both the public and private school setting and in the community. For more information about House of Hope Delaware or MITI, call 302337-9330. For more information about Lighthouse Christian School, call 302-7323309.
Free luncheon at Laurel Baptist
Laurel Baptist Church will be hosting a Free Community luncheon (cold salad plate) on Saturday, Feb. 20, from noon – 2 p.m. The church is located at 33056 BiState Bvd., west side of Rt. 13A, approx. 2 miles south of town. For more info, call Shirley at 875-2314.
Kidstuf 103 at Alliance Church
Atlanta Road Alliance Church in Seaford is offering Kidstuf 103 on Wednesday evenings. Kidstuf is a program designed for children and parents to attend together. Each month features a different Biblical virtue using music, drama, a storyteller and games. A light supper is served at 6:15 p.m., followed by the program at 6:45 p.m. Kidstuf is designed for kindergarten through 6th grade; however, parents are welcome to bring their preschoolers with them. Registration is free. No drop-offs. For more information, call 629-5600 or visit www.atlantaroadcma.org
Bean dinner & auction rescheduled
Mt. Zion Methodist Church, located on Route 13A between Seaford and Laurel, has rescheduled a bean dinner and auction for Saturday, Feb. 20. Dinner will begin at 5 p.m. followed by the auction with locally acclaimed auctioneer Frank Shockley.
Seaford Mayor’s Prayer Breakfast
The Seaford Mayor’s Prayer Breakfast honoring Mayor Ed Butler will be held at 7 a.m. on Friday, March 29, at the Seaford Fire Hall. The breakfast buffet begins at 6:45 a.m. Master of Ceremonies will be John Hollis. Guest speaker will be Pastor Jack Savage, a retired Christian bookseller of Jack’s Religious Gift Shop in Salisbury, Md. As a senior in high school in 1959, Jack started his lifelong business of selling Bibles, music, books and other religious items needed by the church and Christian families. Jack’s Religious Gift Shop closed on Jan. 16. Through the Christian Booksellers Association, Jack and his wife, Ruth Ann, traveled to many countries to witness, teach workshops and perform other outreach endeavors. Jack also served as pastor of Friendship United Methodist Church in Berlin, Md. for 11 years. Music will be provided by Michael Falknor of Delmarva Teen Challenge Choir. Tickets are $15. A love offering will be taken. All proceeds benefit Delmarva Teen Challenge. For tickets, call 629-2559.
‘Marriage Alive’ Seminar
Central Worship Center, Laurel, is offering a “Marriage Alive” Seminar on Saturday, Feb. 13, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. This seminar will be taught by Dr. Fred Antonelli who is a certified marriage and
DIRECTORY: Your Guide To Local Houses of Worship CHURCH OF CHRIST
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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1010S . Central Ave., Laurel Ph: 875-7748 Minister: Ian J. Drucker Worship Services: Sunday 10 a.m. 6:00 p.m. BibleS tudy: Sun. 9:00 a.m.; Wed. 7:00 p.m.
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.
Great Worship - Talented Singers Loving People - Powerful Preaching Youth Group Wednesday 7:00 pm
In The Interest Of New Testament Christianity
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
St. Philip’s Episcopal Church
Christian Church of Seaford
600 S. Central Ave., Laurel, DE 19956
Dual 13N., Seaford, DE • 629-6298
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
Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Evening Worship 6:00 p.m. Morning Worship 10:30 Wed. Night Service & (Nursery & Jr. Church) Youth Groups 7:00 p.m. A Firm Foundation • A Sure Hope • An Unending Love
(302) 875-3644
Centenary UMC
Christ Evangelistic Church
The Gift of His Love Let others know where you are and when you meet. To advertise in this directory, call
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SCHEDULE OF SERVICES
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 Road68, South of Laurel Laurel,D el.
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
MORNING STAR • FEBRUARY 11 - 17, 2010 family temperament therapist and the founder and president of Life Counseling Center in Easton, Md., Salisbury, Md., and Dover. Cost is $35 for couples and $20 for individuals which includes seminar, lunch and Q&A time. Call the church office at 875-7995 if you are interesed in attending. Deadline is Feb. 12.
Annual Usher’s Sermon
Mt. Calvary A.M.E. Church in Concord will hold its Annual Usher’s Sermon at 3:30 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 14. Messenger will be the Rev. Zakiya B. Griffin of Macedonia A.M.E. Church, Seaford. Theme for the day is “Blessed and Divinely Favored Workers of God.” Dinner will be served from 2 to 3:15 p.m.
Black History Celebration
The Men of Mt. Calvary United Methodist Church and the 3rd District Prince Hall Masons are sponsoring a Black History Celebration at Mt. Calvary United Methodist Church, Bridgeville, on Saturday, Feb. 27, at 6 p.m. The theme is “Generations,” and special guests will be the 3rd District Prince Hall Masonic Family, Sergeant Major (Ret.) Willis Phelps of Heritage Production, representatives from the Buffalo Soldier Motorcycle Club, poems, dance, recitations and much more. There will be a free will offering. For more information, contact Ralph Lee at 337-8198.
Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper
Christ United Methodist Church in Federalsburg, Md., is having a Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper on Tuesday, Feb. 16, from 4:30 to 7 p.m. The menu includes pancakes, sausage, scrapple, scrambled eggs, baked apples, coffee, tea, orange juice and milk. Cost is $6 for adults, $4 for children 6-12, $2 for children 3-5 and free for children under 3. For more information, call 410-754-7567.
Parenting seminar offered
Parents, grandparents, guardians and caregivers are invited to a Parenting Series Seminar at Mt. Calvary A.M.E. Church on Monday, Feb. 15, from 5 to 7 p.m., in the dining hall. Participants should bring a pencil, pen and notebook. Dinner will be served and there will be door prizes. For more information, call the church at 6296880.
Soup, sandwich giveaway
St. Luke’s Parish Hall in Seaford will hold a soup, sandwich and clothing giveaway from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. (or until supples run out) on Saturday, Feb. 15. This event is free and open to the public.
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SEAFORD PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH Sunday School 9 am Morning Worship 10 am
701 Bridgeville Road 629-9077
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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Rev. David Krilov is ordained
The Rev. David A. Krilov was honored at an ordination service on Jan. 30, at Atlanta Road Alliance Church in Seaford. He completed the ordination requirements of the Christian and Missionary Alliance in November. Rev. Krilov was born and raised in New Jersey. He earned a B.A. in geography from the University of Delaware in 2001, and sensed God’s call to ministry. Pastor Dave enrolled at Liberty Theological Seminary while working for an engineering and planning firm in Philadelphia. He earned an M.A. in religion in May 2007 and Rev. Krilov became the associate pastor of Atlanta Road Alliance Church in November 2007. Dr. Randall Corbin, CMA mid-Atlantic district superintendent; Dr. Charles Walz, pastor of New Life Alliance Church, Newark; R.C. Willin, elder at Atlanta Road Alliance Church; Rev. Edward Laremore, senior pastor of Atlanta Road Alliance Church; and Rev. George Hufnagel, senior pastor of Sunnyside Alliance Church, Secretary, Md., participated in the ordination service. Friends and family came from Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Virginia to attend the service and a reception. Pastor Dave and his family reside in Seaford.
Ceremony rescheduled for Feb. 14
Due to the recent blizzard, the “Ceremony of the Four Chaplains” that was scheduled for 6:30 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 7 at Seaford Wesleyan Church (The Ark), will be held on Sunday, Feb. 14. The service memorializes the account of the four chaplains of the Dorchester, a U.S. Army transport ship that sank during World War II off the coast of Greenland on Feb. 3, 1943. The four Army chaplains on board gave up their life vests and stayed behind to comfort those who could not be saved. The service will highlight the MCJROTC of Woodbridge High School and the morning message will be presented by the pastor of “The Ark,” David Kiser. An offering to benefit the Cancer Aid & Research Program of the VFW Ladies Auxiliary will be taken after the service. The public is invited to attend. For more information, contact President Michaele S. Russell of the Greenwood Memorial VFW Ladies Auxiliary Post 7478 (302-349-4220).
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FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 543 N. BRADFORD ST., SEAFORD, DEL. • 629-7161
Rev. Michael A. Hopkins, Pastor
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.
OUR LADY OF LOURDES CHURCH
302-629-8434 • www.graceseaford.org
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.
A Cooperative S.B.C. Church 805 Atlanta Rd., Seaford, DE
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”
532 Stein Hwy., Seaford, DE 19973 Redemptorist Fathers • 629-3591
VICTORY TABERNACLE CHURCH OF GOD
SUNDAY WORSHIP
11 AM and 6 PM ~ Sunday School 9:45 AM
WEDNESDAY NIGHT
Ministry for the wholef amily 7 PM
Pastor Stacey Johnson
28261 Seaford Rd., Laurel, 2 miles N. of Laurel on Alt. 13
302-877-0443
CHRIST LUTHERAN CHURCH
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
Laurel Baptist Church, SBC 22625 Atlanta Road, Seaford, DE (302) 629-5600 - www.atlantaroadcma.org Sunday
Wednesday Evening
9:00 a.m. & 10:30 a.m. 6:45 Catalyst Youth (gr. 7-12), Worship, Nursery, Classes DivorceCare, KidStuf 103 (K-6 kids & their parents, 1st & 3rd for Kids & Adults Wednesday) 7:00 Intercessory 7:00 p.m. Prayer, Men’s Group Evening Service
COKESBURY CHURCH All Welcome Where Love Abides -- John 3:16
The Church by the Side of the Road 15092 Cokesbury Rd, Georgetown, DE (302) 629-5222 • www.cokesburywc.org Pastor Harold Carmean & Congregation Sunday School 9 am Contemporary Church Service 10 am
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
27225 Kaye Road Laurel, DE 19956 Ph: (302) 875-7814
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Corner of Woodland Ferry Rd. & Stein Hwy., 4 miles West of Seaford • 629-2862 Jeans Expected! No Halos Required!
Sun. 9:30 am Wed. 7:00 pm
Children’s Church • Nursery
GRACE BAPTIST CHURCH
GETHSEMANE
Contemporary Services ... 8:45 & 10:30 a.m. Nursery Care & Children’s Church Provided
302- 875-4646
PO BOX 60, LAUREL, DE 19956
Senior Minister: Dr. Carl G Vincent Senior Pastor: Pastor Barry B. Dukes wwwmessiahsvineyard.org
PRE-SCHOOL - 12TH GRADE - Office 629-7161 Quality Traditional Education Since 1973 Fully Accredited By Middle States in ACSI
www.thelighthouselaurel.org Timothy P. Jones, Pastor Sunday Family Worship - 10:00 a.m. Wednesday Family Ministries - 7:00 p.m.
A Safe Sanctuary & Stephen’s Ministry Church Rev. E. S. Mallozzi
Located at Tyndall’s Furniture Plaza on Discountland Rd & Rt. 13, Laurel
SEAFORD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY
9 am Contemporary Service 10 am Sunday School 11 am Traditional Worship Youth Group (Sun. 6 p.m.)
UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
Messiah’s Vineyard Church
“Shining His Light”
Where everybody is somebody & Jesus Christ is Lord 33056 Bi-State Boulevard, Laurel, DE 19956 LBC Sunday School ~ 10:00 Morning Worship ~ 11:00 Wednesday Bible Study ~ 7:00 P.M. NurseryP rovided Pastor: Rev. Steven Booth Music Director: Linda Lewis
302-875-7998
St. Luke’s
Episcopal Church Front & King St., Seaford, DE
629-7979
Holy Eucharist: Sunday, 9:00 a.m. Thurs. Eve. Service: 6 p.m. The Rev’d. Jeanne W. Kirby-Coladonato, Rector
Seaford Church of Christ Acapella
(Rm. 16:16)
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. Live For God, Love Each Other, Light The World
743E . Clarence St., Seaford, Del. Carlton L. Cannon, Sr. Pastor
629-9443, Cell: 448-0852 • cogclarence@verizon.net
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
MOUNT PLEASANT
UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Rev. Dale Evans
Contemporary Service............9:30 a.m. Sunday School.............10:15 a.m. Regular Service. . . . . . .11:30 a.m. Mount Pleasant Road, Laurel (Just off Rt. 24 west, on Rd. 493A)
875-1045
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MORNING STAR • FEBRUARY 11 - 17, 2010
Obituaries Thorpe A. Caldwell, 62
Thorpe “Thorpie” Allen Caldwell of Dover, and formerly of Delmar, died Tuesday, Feb. 2, 2010, at Westminster Village Health Center in Dover. He was born Aug. 27, 1947, in Salisbury, Md., a son of Gladys M. Caldwell of Magnolia and the late Thorpe Foster Caldwell who passed in 2005. Thorpie had an innate love for life, never met a stranger and loved making others smile. He was a Mickey Mouse enthusiast and collector. He had a love for sports, especially professional wrestling, and enjoyed bowling, swimming and music and was an excellent dancer. Many in Delmar remember Thorpie’s love for parades and fire truck rides. He was a member of St. Stephen’s United Methodist Church in Delmar, the MAC Club of Delmar and an associate member of the VFW Post #8276 in Delmar. In addition to his mother, he is survived by a brother, Jim Caldwell of Magnolia; a sister, Carol Amoia and her husband, Tony of Grasonville, Md.; and two nephews, Michael and Chris Amoia. A funeral service was held on Friday, Feb. 5, at St. Stephen’s United Methodist Church in Delmar. The Rev. Dan Griggs officiated. Interment was in Springhill Memory Gardens in Hebron, Md. In memory of Mr. Caldwell, contributions may be sent to St. Stephen’s United Methodist Church, 101 E. State St., Delmar, DE 19940. Arrangements are in the care of Short Funeral Home in Delmar. Online condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.shortfh.com.
Elizabeth Hitchens, 87
Elizabeth “Betty” Hitchens of Laurel, passed away on Monday, Feb. 1, 2010, at Delaware Hospice Center, Milford. She was born in Lewes, a daughter of William and Clara Hastings Mitchell. Betty retired as a secretary at the Recorder of Deeds office in Georgetown. She was a member of St. Philips Episcopal Church in Laurel and a past member of the Laurel Lioness Club. Mrs. Hitchens is survived by her brother, James D. Mitchell of New Hampshire and a sister, Margaret Lyle White of Hitchens Lewes. She is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph M. Hitchens; brothers, William and Richard Mitchell; and a sister, Helen Mitchell Trifillis. The funeral service was held on Friday, Feb. 5, at St. Philips Episcopal Church, Laurel. The Rev. Dr. Howard Backus officiated. Interment followed in Odd Fellows Cemetery, Laurel. Memorial donations may be made to Delaware Hospice, 100 Patriots Way, Milford, DE 19963. Arrangements are in the care of Hannigan, Short, Disharoon Funeral Home, Laurel.
Margaret B. Hubbard, 73
Margaret B. Hubbard of Seaford, died Tuesday, Feb. 2, 2010. Mrs. Hubbard was a bookkeeper for the Seaford Leader. She was a member of the VFW in Seaford and a former member of the Seaford Elks Club. Her husband, Emerson Hubbard died in 1992. She is survived by her son, Keith Hubbard and his wife Deborah and her daughter, Kathryn Martin and her husband Don, all of Seaford. She is also survived by four grandchildren, Kip Holloway, Kimberly Layton, Kristin Wingate and Kyle Hubbard; seven great-grandchildren; and a sister, Yvonne Wright. The funeral service was held on Monday, Feb. 8, at Cranston Funeral Home, Seaford. Burial was in Hillcrest Cemetery, Federalsburg, Md.
Virginia A. Rust, 101
Virginia Anderson Rust died on Sunday, Jan. 31, 2010, after a brief illness at the Methodist Manor House in Seaford. She was born on July 11, 1908, in Dayton, Texas. Within a year of her birth, her parents, Anne and C. C. Anderson Jr., moved to Lake Arthur, La. When she was 12, they moved to Ripley, Tenn., where many of her father’s relatives lived. Virginia earned her B.S. degree in education from the University of Memphis in Memphis, Tenn. (1930) and her master’s degree from George Rust Peabody College in Nashville, Tenn. (1939). Her first teaching positions were in Moscow, Tenn., and Chatham, Mich. She moved to Laurel to teach at the high school. She also taught in Milford and Millsboro. Her favorite subjects to teach were Latin and English. She retired from Sussex Central Middle School in 1971. Virginia married Manford C. Rust in 1942. They opened a jewelry and giftware business in Georgetown around 1950. Besides her teaching and volunteer activities, she helped with the business. After Manford’s death in 1972, she sold the business, but continued to be active in the community. She moved to the Methodist Manor House in 1990. She was a member of Wesley United Methodist Church and the former Sunshine Class, which she also taught. She co-founded the Georgetown Branch (now Georgetown-Coastal) of the American Association of University Women (AAUW) and served in many capacities, including president and she also served at the state level. She was a member of the Georgetown Historical Society, at one time serving as publicity chair. Since moving to the Manor House, she wrote biographical columns about new residents for the in-house newsletter. She served on the Altar Guild of the chapel and enjoyed the Bible study group. She participated in the fitness center pool program at MMH until she was almost 100-years-old. She also assisted in the library and cut stamps from envelopes to raise money for
the MMH Benevolent Fund. She liked assembling puzzles and playing bridge with friends. Virginia was pre-deceased by her parents and her husband. She is survived by her daughter, the Rev. Elizabeth Rust Masterson and husband, Fred, of Newark; her grandson, William Rust Kahl and wife Sarah, of Baltimore, Md.; and her granddaughter, Sarah Kahl Picollelli and husband, Michael, of Newark. A funeral service was held on Wednesday, Feb. 10, at Wesley United Methodist Church, Georgetown. Interment was private. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Virginia’s memory may be sent to Wesley United Methodist Church, 102 E. Laurel St., Georgetown, DE, 19947, or the Methodist Manor House Benevolent Fund, 1001 Middleford Rd., Seaford, DE, 19973. Arrangements are in the care of Short Funeral Services, Georgetown.
James M. Nelson, 75
James Milton Nelson of Seaford, went to be with the Lord on Monday, Feb. 1, 2010, with his family by his side. James was born Nov. 11, 1934, in Galestown, Md., the son of Milton and Mary Nelson. He graduated from Hurlock High School in 1953. He retired from the Dupont Company in Seaford after 37 years of service. He had a great love of gardening, bowling and fishing. He was a member of First Baptist Church of Seaford. James is survived by his wife of 54 years, Phyllis Nelson; two sons, Daniel and Jeffrey; a granddaughter, Kristin; and two greatgrandsons. A son, Steve Nelson, preceded him in death in 2002. The funeral service was held on Friday, Feb. 5, at Cranston Funeral Home, Seaford. Burial was in Odd Fellows Cemetery.
Dorothy M. Perdue, 75
Dorothy M. Perdue of Greenwood, died Tuesday, Feb. 2, 2010, at Nanticoke Memorial Hospital in Seaford. Dorothy was born Aug. 8, 1934, in Bridgeville to McKinley and Margaret Anderson. She held several jobs in her lifetime including working for L.D. Caulk Co. in Milford. Dorothy was a big baseball fan and her favorite team was the New York Yankees. She enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren and doing puzzles. Dorothy was preceded in death by her husband, William E. Perdue; a brother, Herman Anderson; and a granddaughter, Melissa Perdue Prekup. She was survived by three children and their spouses, Dottie and Butch Williamson of Federalsburg, Md., Denny and Judy Perdue of Bridgeville, and Lori and Brian Beauchamp of Greenwood; seven grandchildren, Audra, Darin, Jennifer, Dennis, Sarah, Laura and Michael; eight great-grandchildren, Dustin, Zachary, Jacob, Emily, Brandon, Nicholas, Jason and Michaela; a sister, Florence Jones of Greenwood; and a brother, Clinton Anderson of Laurel. Funeral services were held on Monday, Feb. 8, at Fleischauer Funeral Home, Greenwood. Interment will be held at St. Johnstown Cemetery in Greenwood. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to NMH (801 Middleford Rd., Seaford, DE 19973, Attn: Development Office) who took wonderful care of Dorothy during her brief stay or the Greenwood VFD, PO Box 1, Greenwood, DE 19950.
Ruth Mae Steele Wheatley, 82
Ruth Mae Steele Wheatley of Seaford, died Wednesday, Feb. 3, 2010, at Genesis Elder Care, Seaford. Born in Dagsboro, the daughter of Clara Justice and Ebe N. Steele, she was a bookkeeper for her husband’s business, Calvin Wheatley Mason Contractor. Prior to that, she worked for the Van Leer Stephany Insurance and Realty Firm. Ruth was a member of the Ladies Auxiliary Virgil Wilson Post 4961 Veterans of Foreign Wars, where she ran Bingo for a number of years. She is survived by her husband, H. Calvin Wheatley; a son, Bruce C. Wheatley and his wife Patricia of Kenner, La.; a brother, Roland Steele of Tennessee; and two grandchildren, Alex and Cullen. Services were held on Tuesday, Feb. 9, at Watson-Yates Funeral Home, Seaford. The Rev. Roland E. Tice officiated. A committal service was held at the Delaware Veterans Memorial Cemetery followed by interment in the cemetery.
William C. Calloway, 89
William C. Calloway of Delmar, died Thursday, Feb. 4, 2010, at Peninsula Regional Medical Center in Salisbury, Md. He was born July 13, 1920, on a farm near Delmar, a son of Marion Calloway Sr. and Susie Hastings Calloway. Bill graduated from Delmar High School in Maryland in 1937. After graduation, he worked at the Dupont Company. A short time later, Calloway he joined the Navy where he served on a PT Boat in the South Pacific. Upon returning to Delmar, he bought the Bi-State Printing Company, where he printed a local newspaper called the Bi-State Weekly and did commercial printing. In 1963, he sold the printing business and, in 1964, became the Postmaster in Delmar, until his retirement in 1983. He was a member of the American Legion in Delmar, the Delmar VFW Post 8276, the Delmar Masonic Lodge #201, Scottish Rite of Freemasonry and St. Stephen’s United Methodist Church. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Anne Dickerson Calloway; two daughters and sons-in-law, Norma and David Hudson of Delmar and Cathy and Paul Wettlaufer of Bel Air, Md.; five grandchildren, David Hudson II and his wife Lauren, Daniel Hudson and Paul Hudson, all of Delmar, Dr. Cara Wettlaufer of Nottingham, Md. and Kyle Wettlaufer of Bel Air, Md.; and one great-granddaughter, Annabelle Hudson of Delmar. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Marion H. Calloway Jr. and a sister, Virginia Hand. A funeral service was held on Tuesday, Feb. 9, at Short Funeral Home, Delmar. Interment followed at St. Stephen’s Cemetery in Delmar. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in memory of Mr. Calloway to St. Stephen’s United Methodist Church, 101 E. State St., Delmar, DE 19940 or Delmar High School Booster
MORNING STAR • FEBRUARY 11 - 17, 2010 Club, c/o Delmar School District, 200 N. Eighth St., Delmar, DE 19940. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.shortfh.com.
Charlotte A. Pusey, 86
Charlotte Ann Pusey of Seaford, passed away on Tuesday, Feb. 2, 2010, at Nanticoke Memorial Hospital in Seaford. She was born in Laurel, a daughter of Grover Cleveland Pusey and Polly White Pusey. She retired as a seamstress working at several garment factories in Sussex County. She was a member of St. Georges United Methoist Church in Delmar. Family memories include her love of dancing in her early years, camping and gardening. Mrs. Pusey is survived by her sons: Dana and Robert Pusey; a daughter, Rosemary Pusey; her sisters-in-law, Madge Thomas, Carolyn Pusey, Martha Pusey and Annabelle Pusey; her grandchildren, Alan and Rose Pusey; great-grandchildren, Ashley, Jessica, Amanda, Brittany, Katelyn and Tiffany; and great-great-grandchildren, Riley and Juli’n. She was preceded in death by her husband, Paul Pusey and a great-great-grandchild, Alexis. A funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 12, at Hannigan, Short, Disharoon Funeral Home. The Rev. Doris Whaley officiated. Interment to follow in Odd Fellows Cemetery in Laurel. Contributions may be made in Mrs. Pusey’s memory to the American Diabetes Association, 100 W. 10th St., Suite 1002, Wilmington, DE 19801.
Irma L. Ellis, 85
Irma L. Ellis of Laurel, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family at her home on Friday, Feb. 5, 2010. She was born on Oct. 17, 1924, in Hebron, Md. She was the daughter of Theodore and Bessie Rounds. She was preceded in death by her husband of 44 years, Fred L. Ellis. She was also preceded in death by three brothers, Arthur Rounds, Norman Rounds and Maurice “ElEllis ton” Rounds. Irma was a member of Mt. Pleasant United Methodist Church in Laurel where she will always be remembered for her sweet potato pies. She was also a member of Rebekah Lodge in Laurel. Irma enjoyed a long career as an “Avon Lady” along with her dear friend, Frances Hackley. She worked at DuPont, Mary Cordrey’s Grocery Store, Joyce Boyce’s Beauty Shop and Marvil O’Neal’s garage. Mrs. Ellis is survived by two daughters, Laura L. Ellis and Sandra L. Hall and husband Bob of Laurel; three granddaughters, Nicole Dickerson and companion Rob Givens, Jessie Walls and husband Ryan and Wende Niblett, all of Laurel; two grandsons, Kevin Niblett and wife Tiesha, and Brian Niblett and wife Kim, all of Laurel; 11 great-grandchildren, Cody Niblett, Laine Dickerson, Logan Walls, Dylan Niblett, Elya Niblett, Zoey Niblett, Grant Dickerson, Jada Niblett, Elijah Niblett, Tate Walls and Micah Niblett; her sister-in-law, Jennie Smith and brother-inlaw, Phil Ellis and wife Debbie, all of Laurel; and several nieces and nephews. A graveside service will be held at Odd
Fellows Cemetery in Laurel, on Saturday, Feb. 20, at 11 a.m. The Revs. Dale Evans and Roland Tice will officiate. A Celebration of her Life will follow at Christ Evangelistic Church, Laurel, at 1:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be sent to: Delaware Hospice, 100 Patriots Way, Milford, DE 19963 or Seaford Center, 1100 Norman Eskridge Highway, Seaford, DE 19973. Hannigan, Short, Disharoon Funeral Home in Laurel is serving the Ellis family.
frich, previously of New Orleans, La.; and his daughter, Linda Keown, previously of Richmond. Graveside services will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 13, at Parsons Cemetery in Salisbury. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Haitian Relief Fund, or the American Cancer Society in your town. Arrangements are being handled by Bounds Funeral Home. To offer condolences, visit www.boundsfuneralhome.com.
Thomas C. Helfrich, 91
Death Notices
Thomas Cockey Helfrich of Vero Beach, Fla., passed away Thursday, Feb. 4, 2010. Born in City Point, Va., Tom spent his childhood in Catonsville, Md., lived most of his adult life in Seaford, and spent his senior years in Vero Beach, where he was an active tennis player until his death. He was a graduHelfrich ate of the College of William and Mary, Class of 1939, and attended homecomings into his 80’s. He was an Army Air Corps veteran of World War II and retired as Comptroller of the Dupont Nylon Plant in Seaford. He was an outgoing, intelligent gentleman of his generation who lived a very full life. He will be remembered by his family and friends as a stimulating debater of political views and opinions, an avid bridge player and a passionate follower of the investment markets. He loved all his family members and focused his energies into providing them both guidance and resources. Tom was deeply loved and will be greatly missed by his family and friends. He is survived by his daughters, Dorothy (Deedee) Anderson and her husband, Richard Anderson, of Black Mountain, N.C., and Barbara (Toddy) Immel and her ex-husband, Richard Immel, of Richmond, Va.; his sister, Mary T. Helfrich, of St. Augustine, Fla.; his grandchildren, Michael T. Anderson, Bryan T. Anderson, Jeffrey T. Immel, Jonathan D. Keown, Amy Keown Hysell, Megan Keown Davis, and their spouses; and his great-grandson, Nathan W. Hysell. He was preceded in death by his parents, Bruce and Emma Cockey Helfrich; his brothers, Robert B. Helfrich and Samuel D. Helfrich; his first wife, Elizabeth Todd Helfrich, previously of Salisbury, Md.; his second wife, Leah Jordan Hel-
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Franklin N. Kenton, 76
Franklin N. Kenton of Laurel passed away on Thursday, Feb. 4, 2010, at Nanticoke Memorial Hospital in Seaford. Funeral services were held on Tuesday, Feb. 9, at Framptom Funeral Home in Federalsburg, Md. Interment followed in Junior Order Cemetery in Preston, Md.
Eva May Marvel, 75
Eva May Marvel of Seaford, passed away on Thursday, Feb. 4, 2010, at Nanticoke Memorial Hospital. A graveside service will be held at Odd Fellows Cemetery in Seaford, on Monday, Feb. 15, at 2 p.m. The Rev. Ken Deusa will officiate. Arrangements are in the care of Hannigan, Short, Disharoon Funeral Home, Laurel.
Richard Siebert, 71
Richard Siebert of Salisbury, Md., died Monday, Feb. 8, 2010, at his home. A memorial service will be announced at a later date. Arrangements are being handled by Bounds Funeral Home.
STEEPLE REPAIR, NEW CROSS - After 25 years, Grace Baptist Church needed some repair to their steeple to eliminate movement in the wind. Close examination of the steeple by Asa Pugh of Anchor Enterprises revealed structural damages which could only be repaired by removing the steeple. The church hired Frank Ehinger and Sons, Inc. to lift the steeple and perform the repair work. In planning for the repair, one member suggested that a cross should be installed while the steeple was on the ground. All work and the cross installation was finished in about five hours.
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MORNING STAR • FEBRUARY 11 - 17, 2010
Health briefs ‘Books are Fun’ Book Fair
Shop for that bookworm in your life, or get a little something to read for yourself in the lobby at Nanticoke Memorial Hospital from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 18 and from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 19. The Look-In Glass Shoppe at Nanticoke Memorial Hospital is hosting a “Books Are Fun” fair featuring quality books and unique gifts at great savings. Join us for huge savings. Payroll deductions for purchases are available for eligible Nanticoke Health Services employees. All proceeds from The Look-In Glass Shoppe benefit Nanticoke Health Services.
Cardiac Professionals Week
Bayhealth Medical Center will sponsor Cardiac Professionals Week, Feb. 14-20. All week, cardiac professionals will offer educational displays between 11 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. outside the cafeterias of Milford Memorial Hospital and Kent General Hospital. On Monday, Feb. 15, the Milford and Kent cafeterias will feature a heart healthy food exhibit to help encourage heart healthy food choices. There will be other special activities and daily prize drawings for Cardiac team members throughout Cardiac Professionals Week.
Prescription drug discount program
Goodwill of Delaware and Delaware County has partnered with FreeForAll Incorporated to offer a discount prescription medication program to Goodwill customers, team members and their families. Anyone with or without prescription drug insurance coverage can obtain a discount card that will enable the participant to receive a discount on their medication ranging from 15 to 75 percent, depending upon the medication and the pharmacy. In addition, as part of the partnership arrangement, FreeForAll will provide a per transaction fee toward an educational endowment fund being created by Goodwill. Program information in English and Spanish and discount cards for the RxCut Prescription Savings Program can be found at all of Goodwill’s 15 retail stores and at The Goodwill Center in Wilmington. Information can also be found on Goodwill’s website, www.goodwillde.org. The discount card is free, never expires and is accepted at more than 54,000 participating chain and independent pharmacies, including Rite Aid, Walgreens, Walmart, Kmart and Target. It can be used for all FDA approved prescription medications, and also offers a discount for lab and imaging services. No sensitive personal information is collected when the card is used, making the program completely anonymous.
Support group for parents
Those who have experienced the loss of a child will find help at Delaware Hospice’s Family Support Center’s “Parent Educational Support Group,” beginning Tuesday, Feb. 23 until Tuesday, March 30, from 6-7:30 p.m., at the Delaware Hospice Center, 100 Patriots Way, Milford. A Sibling Group will be offered simultaneously during the first, third and final sessions.
Mickie Chapman, Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LPMHC), a Bereaved Parent & Private Practice therapist at Continuing Bonds, will facilitate the parent sessions. Topics covered will include: “My Grief Counts,” “William Worden’s Tasks of Grief,” “Handling Anger/Guilt,” “Traumatic Grief—No Time to say Goodbye,” “Being Bereaved Parents—Comfort within Devastation,” and “Honoring the Memory of your Child.” Lezley Sexton, Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LPMHC), New Hope coordinator for Delaware Hospice, will lead the Sibling Groups. There is no fee, however, registration is required. To register or learn more, contact Vicki Costa, associate director of the Family Support Center, 856-7717, x1129, or vcosta@delawarehospice.org, by Friday, Feb. 19. Early registration is recommended as space is limited.
Drs. Franks and Greco join NHS
Nanticoke Memorial Hospital welcomes Eric Franks, MD and John D. Greco, MD to its active medical staff at Peninsula Orthopaedic Associates’ Seaford office. Dr. Franks specializes in arthroscopic surgery of the shoulder and knee, primarily on an outpatient basis. He is a graduate of George Washington University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Johns Hopkins Hospital, his internship at Walter Reed Army Medical Center and a
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NMH holds cholesterol screenings
Nanticoke Memorial Hospital will offer cholesterol screenings on Feb. 19 & 20 from 7 to 10 a.m. at the Powerhouse Plaza, 628 W. Stein Hwy., Seaford. The Lipid Profile test requires a 12-hour fasting and reads the HDL, LDL and triglyceride blood levels. Cost for the Lipid Profile is $15. There is no need to pre-register. Results will be mailed within three weeks along with information to evaluate the results and follow-up if needed. In addition to cholesterol screenings, free blood pressure checks and free glucose screenings will be offered. There will also be health information and interactive displays. For more information, call 629-6611, ext. 4536.
Annual women’s conference
The fifth annual “Women Supporting Women Through Opportunity Conference” will begin Friday, March 26, and last through Sunday, March 28, with an array of activities including eight workshops, door prizes, food, fellowship and lots of fun and learning opportunities. The conference is open to 55 women, ages 18-80 and beyond and workshop assignments are made based on registration dates. For more information, or if you or someone you know is interested in becoming a sponsor of the Conference or the “Gee…You Will Project,” call Rosemary Joseph-Kappel at 302-242-0032 or e-mail GUWillProject@yahoo.com.
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Make 5-2-1-Almost None a part of your daily routine By Mary Trotter, MS, RD Not only have we begun a new year, but it’s also a new decade. Milestones make us reflect and think ahead. As you make your New Year’s resolutions, try to be gentle with yourself. Instead of setting specific weight loss goals or making hard and fast rules about exercising, resolve to improve your health by making simple lifestyle changes to your diet and activity level. Nemours Health and Prevention Services has a “prescription” for a healthy lifestyle: 5-2-1-Almost None. Key ingredients to maintaining optimal weight and health include: eating at least five servings of fruits and vegetables daily, watching no more than two hours of television daily, getting at least one hour of physical activity daily and drinking almost no sugary beverages. It’s easy to make 5-2-1-Almost None part of your achievable goals for 2010.
1. Resolve to eat five or more servings of a variety of fruits and vegetables everyday. Look for ways to work fruits and vegetables into every meal – whether you are cooking in or eating out. At breakfast, add fruit to cold cereal or oatmeal. For lunch add a side salad to that sandwich instead of fries. Include fruit as your mid-day snack. And at dinner fill half your plate with fruits and vegetables. Make the most of mealtimes and plan to have the family eat together as often as possible. Provide an assortment of foods and encourage children to sample everything. Engage children in conversation during meals. It not only helps to slow the pace of eating, but also to build family communication. 2. Resolve to limit screen time to no more than two hours a day for everyone in your family. Give kids a TV allowance and help them choose shows they really want to watch. Turn the TV on for preselected shows and turn it off afterwards. Keep the TV in a central location and out
of kids’ bedrooms. This also goes for sedentary video games and computer use that is not school-related. 3. Make a commitment to be more active. Activity is the antidote to aging and sets young people on the path to lifelong good habits. Exercise strengthens the cardiovascular and musculoskeletal systems, promotes balance, coordination and physical endurance, all while energizing the body and the mind. The less time you and your children spend in front of a screen, the more opportunity you will have to use your body in active ways. The recommended hour a day of physical activity doesn’t have to happen all at once or be a formal exercise session at a gym with special equipment. Walking the dog, parking your car further away from your office building or the mall entrance, taking the stairs, riding your bike - it all adds up throughout the course of a day. 4. Save the sugary drinks for those “once-in-awhile” special occasions. They
provide extra calories with little or no nutritional value. Over time, they may contribute to tooth decay and weight gain. Water is the best choice for quenching thirst and calcium-rich, low-fat or fat-free milk helps build strong bodies. Be a role model - let kids see you drinking water and milk too. One hundred percent fruit juice is okay, but it should be limited to one serving a day; that is, four ounces for younger children and eight ounces for adolescents. 5. As you reflect on ways to improve your life and the lives of those you care about in this new decade, resolve to make 2010 the first of many years practicing 5-2-1-Almost None and reaping the rewards of good health. About the author Mary Trotter is a program and policy analyst for Nemours Health & Prevention Services.
A new understanding of SIDS
By Dr. Anthony Policastro
Some things about being a pediatrician are harder than others. One of those is giving parents bad news about their child. That is especially true when the news is about a child who up to that point has been healthy. Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) or crib death is one of those times. A recent study has suggested that SIDS might be due to a deficit of a chemical called serotonin in the brain. Serotonin belongs to a group of chemicals called neurotransmitters. These are the chemicals that allow our brain cells to work properly. For example, ADHD is caused by deficits of two neurotransmitters. One of them is called dopamine. The other is called norepinephrine. The drugs that we use to treat ADHD are stimulants. They stimulate the body to produce more dopamine and norepinephrine. This results in better attention being paid. That is why stimulants “slow down” hyperactivity. It now appears that SIDS is another disorder related to a deficit of a neurotransmitter. Serotonin is one of the things that is used in the breathing center of the brain. If the levels are low, the area might not stimulate the breathing the way it should. The result will be that the infant who is supposed to breathe more does not. We know that other things affect neurotransmitters. For example carbon dioxide can affect serotonin. There is speculation that perhaps children who lie on their abdomen breathe back in a lot of the carbon dioxide that they inhale. This could interfere with serotonin stimulation of breathing. The result would be that the infant stops breathing. Thus if we lie an infant on his/her back, it allows them to breathe more oxygenated air. The result is that they do not have interference with their serotonin levels. They are less likely to have a crib death. The campaign to let infants sleep on their back has helped lower the rate of SIDS. Unfortunately, there are still some chil-
dren who have SIDS even with the proper sleeping position. It would appear that it might be related to them having low serotonin levels in the first place. They do not need carbon dioxide levels to lower their serotonin level. Thus even if they sleep on their back, they might have issues with breathing. The studies looked at the brains of infants who died of SIDS. They compared them to infants who died of other things. The children with SIDS had lower serotonin levels. Of course that may help explain what is happening. The next question is what to do about it. How could you identify someone with low brain serotonin levels? If you find it, how do you treat it? Hopefully over the next few years we can get answers to questions like that. I have been called to the ER many times to try to resuscitate an infant who has died of SIDS. It usually means that I then have to tell parents that their apparently healthy infant is now dead and we do not know the reason why. It would certainly be nice to avoid those conversations in the future.
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Winter won’t leave so here’s free relief I’m not one to complain about the weather. I especially hold my ynn arks tongue when the winter is cold and snowy, slight reassurance that despite our best efforts, we haven’t If I stare long succeeded yet in destroying our enough I can almost Earth and its climate. But have you ever heard anyone remember what the say, “I’m not one to complain” hot July sun feels without a follow-up “but”? This winter, just in the second like. week of February, has already seemed interminably long. Maybe it’s because of the higher number one of long standing and the other newly of gray days than usual, maybe it’s bediscovered. I recommend both to the cold cause my husband’s and my effort to save weary. energy and cut our carbon footprint has exThe first is the spring seed and plant tended to the thermostat, now set 3 degrees catalog. I have a dozen or so such catalogs, cooler than it used to be. It seems that I’m brought to our home by the mail carrier always chilly. and now stacked on the living room floor As I write this, Sussex County is bracin front of the couch. They range from the ing for yet another snowstorm. This one, oversized R.H. Shumway’s Illustrated Garforecasters say, promises to deliver high den Guide, very Victorian, to the elegant winds as well as up to 2 feet of snow. and inspiring White Flower Farms Garden Time will tell. But no matter the Book. amount of snow the storm brings or the John Scheepers Kitchen Garden Seeds speed of its winds, it is certain that I won’t features small drawings of vegetables and be outside this weekend, working in the flowers, the minimalist Pinetree Garden garden or searching the daffodil beds for Seeds is on newsprint and includes a good signs of spring. selection of gardening books. I have two mid-winter consolations, My favorite catalog, Seeds of Change,
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Polar Bear Plunge postponed
The 2010 Lewes Polar Bear Plunge to benefit Special Olympics Delaware and all related Plunge Festival Weekend activities, including Saturday’s Run to the Plunge, were postponed due to the severe weather. The decision was made with input from the event safety team, which is comprised of representatives from Rehoboth Beach Police & Fire Departments, Sussex County Emergency Response and Delaware State Police. The new dates for the Plunge Festival Weekend are March 12 – 14, with the 5k Run to the Plunge scheduled for 2 p.m. (note change from original 1 p.m. time) on Saturday, March 13, and the Lewes Polar Bear Plunge scheduled for 1 p.m. on Sunday, March 14. Additional updates for the March 12-14 event will be posted at www.plungede.org.
Habitat seeks families for homes
Sussex County Habitat for Humanity is looking to partner with families who have a need for simple, decent, affordable housing. To qualify, a family must live or work in Sussex County, have a gross income of between $17,100 and $38,700 annually (depending on the family’s size), and be willing to provide “sweat equity” (work on a Habitat home). Habitat for Humanity offers a no-profit, no-interest mortgage and seeks to eliminate poverty housing by serving families who may be in living conditions that are substandard, overcrowded or life-threatening. At this time, possible Habitat home locations include Laurel, Seaford and Milton. Ten homes are scheduled to be built this year to house qualified applicants. Habitat for Humanity works closely with its partner families. The future homeowners will be provided: classes to prepare for home ownership; training on construction and home maintenance, a sponsor to help them through the process and tools to use when building their home. To apply, call SCHFH at 855-1153, ext. 204.
Reverse Mortgage Seminar
All American Mortgage Ltd. will host a Reverse Mortgage Seminar at 9:30 a.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 24, at The Georgetown Train Station. Learn how a reverse mortgage can help you. If you have questions on this product, this is a great time to hear a short summary separating fact from fiction. Light morning refreshments will be served. RSVP by Feb 19, by calling Josh Huss at 302-245-5908 or Jim Fritz at 302-245-2327.
offers organic seeds and plants only. Reading it, especially the brief biographies of its farmer/seed suppliers, makes me want to do my very best by the Earth. I have read through each catalog at least once, through several of them a couple of times. Yesterday, I completed a tentative seed order, a rough draft only of the order I will eventually place, after many more readings. Garden catalogs aren’t the only things I am reading these days, though. I have discovered an amazing Web site, guided to it by my daughter who, as she loves to say, “rides the crest of the wave of fashion.” Project Gutenberg, www.gutenberg. org, aims to put as many classic books and other texts as it can on the Internet, free to anyone with an e-book portable reading device or even, as I discovered recently, with a computer. Founder Michael Hart, who named his project after Johannes Gutenberg of printing press fame, digitized his first work, the Declaration of Independence, in 1971. Now, more than 30,000 items, primarily works of literature but also periodicals, reference books, even cookbooks, are available. And they download quickly, something very important to those of us still limited to dial-up Internet connections.
These books are free to readers because their copyrights have expired. A list of the top 100 downloads from this month includes “The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes,” “Emma” and “Pride and Prejudice” by Jane Austen, “All About Coffee” by William Ukers and Darwin’s “On the Origin of Species.” One day last week, more than 400 people downloaded “Illustrated History of Furniture” by Frederick Litchfield and 203 people downloaded “Encyclopedia of Needlework” by Therese de Dillmont. So last weekend, after studying, and making notes about, the seed catalogs and their offerings, I curled up on the couch with my laptop and read one of my favorite books, “Silas Marner” by George Eliot. The story, even on a 21st-century computer, ended the way it’s ended since it was scratched out in pen in 1861. An added benefit in our cold living room: the laptop gives off heat. If I place it where it was intended, on my lap, it’s like having a tiny heater sitting on the couch with me. With that, and if I stare long enough at the picture of the new Fireball marigold featured in the Burpee seed catalog, neon orange and gold, I can almost remember what the hot July sun feels like.
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SNOW SHELTER - Laurel resident and survival hobbyist, Evan Rogers constructs a 5’ snow shelter, a necessary tool for survival when you get caught in the elements. At right, the shelter has the ability to trap heat and block the wind, which is what makes it so valuable in an emergency. This shelter had enough room for one adult to lay down and turn over.
DBCC plans annual fundraiser The Delaware Breast Cancer Coalition (DBCC) and its Board of Trustees present “Southern Lights of Life: An Evening of Living and Giving” with special guest of honor and breast cancer survivor Delaware’s First Lady Carla Markell, Saturday, Feb. 20, at Dover Downs Hotel & Conference Center. Now in its 7th year, Southern Lights of Life - chaired this year by Dr. Michele Domenick of Bayhealth Medical Center - is the area’s premier breast cancer fundraising event and a celebration of the lives and courage of all breast cancer survivors. Proceeds from the event stay local to support ongoing DBCC programs and services. Heavy hors d’oeuvres, lavish gourmet food stations, an open bar and a “dessert extravaganza”
are sure to satisfy any appetite, and Live and Silent Auction items include a vast array of enticing items. Big-ticket electronic items have been generously donated by Best Buy stores of Delaware for raffle drawings. The Live Auction items will be presented by breast cancer survivors. The real highlight of the evening, however, is a breathtaking fashion show in which all of the models are breast cancer survivors who are the embodiment of life and beauty after a breast cancer diagnosis. Tickets are $100/each. To purchase tickets for Southern Lights of Life, call Susie Pennell at 302-672-6435, ext. 3 or visit www.debreastcancer.org/Southern_Lights_2010.
Sen. Tom Carper (D-Del.) has announced that his Projects Director, Garth Spencer, has joined President Obama’s Administration as a special assistant within the U.S. Department of Energy. A native Delawarean, Spencer interned with Senator Carper’s office in the summer of 2005, and became a part-time staff assistant that fall. Prior, he served as a legislative fellow in the House Democratic Caucus of the DE General Assembly from January to June 2006. In December 2006, Spencer joined Senator Carper’s team full-time as assistant New Castle County director. He was responsible for expanding outreach efforts to build new relationships with constituents, community groups and businesses in the county. In 2008, he was promoted to projects director, replacing long-
time Carper aide, Larry Windley, who now serves as state director. As projects director, Spencer worked on a variety of statewide issues for the senator, and helped countless groups and organizations connect with federal funding. In his new role at the Department of Energy, Garth Spencer will report to the director of the Advanced Research Projects Agency-Energy (ARPA-E). ARPA-E is the brand new research and development grant program funded by the American Reinvestment and Recovery Act. The agency is responsible for bringing together industry and university researchers to identify and foster rapid technological innovation and private sector commercialization of energy technologies that reduce our reliance on fossil fuels.
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Education DCHS students participate in annual J-Term courses The Delmarva Christian High School 2010 J-Term concluded with a Showcase on Friday, Jan. 22, when students explained and exhibited how God had worked in their lives as they studied and served in locales as near as Georgetown and Seaford and as far as Baltimore, Md. and Jamaica. Senior Jessica McCleaf returned from a nine-day missions trip to Jamaica with 23 other students from Delmarva Christian High School and a contingent from Central Worship Center in Laurel. “The group numbered 65 in all, and this was my second year,” she said. “We were involved in several construction projects, and we went to schools and performed Christian dramas. It was great that the kids were open to us and really did understand
the messages we were trying to convey in our skits.” One of the many messages the students shared acknowledged that everyone can get stuck in sin. DCHS junior Evan Urgo participated in the Digital Media/Tae Kwon Do course that combined short video production, using the school’s state-of-the-art Apple computer lab, with self-defense instruction. “It was awesome getting to do Tae Kwon Do and learning all the techniques. And, we filmed and edited a movie about jaywalking. Ultimately, we learned we could work better together in a group than by ourselves.” Joining a group of 27 other DCHS students, freshman Dustin Williams learned construction skills while pitching in to build a new home for a local family that
truly needed it. Working in partnership with Habitat for Humanity, the students built a house on campus, took it apart and moved it to Concord Village in Seaford where they reassembled it. “I learned how to use a hammer and saw,” Dustin said, “and it was nice helping someone else.” For senior Tom Catalfalmo, the J-Term provided an opportunity to visit several colleges and prepare for the SAT and ACT in the SAT/ACT Prep course. “It was very
The challenge for DCHS intern Samantha Hommel was being placed in a first-grade class of 18 Spanish-speaking students at North Georgetown Elementary.
helpful,” he said. “I brought my scores up through practicing. It will definitely be worth it when the time comes to take the tests for college entrance.” Junior Aubrey Birowski was tested in a creative writing and dramatic arts course held on campus, where, “I really felt like I became prepared for my career in photography and writing. It really helped me in all the creative areas.” The students wrote a one-act play set in a midtown Manhattan restaurant around a table at which sit United Nations ambassadors from various countries. A theology debate ensues. Many DCHS students worked internships throughout the Delmarva region. Senior Keina Harmon interned with social worker Fran Franklin at Children and Families First, a counseling agency. She studied case files and went out on home visits. “I learned to be thankful for the family I have,” Keina said, “and to constantly stay humble, because there are people who don’t have what I have.” Other groups of DCHS students participated in local ministries and an inner-city mission in Baltimore; visited historical sites and colleges; created artwork using various mediums; achieved basic athletic training skills; learned culinary skills, restaurant management, and catering coordination; and studied archaeology through treasure-hunting adventures, artifact identification projects and museum visits.
DCHS Freshman Christina Gulab is surrounded by Lighthouse Christian School students she came to know through her internship experience.
Lynsey Lofland interned with mentally and physically challenged children at the Howard T. Ennis school.
JRTOC AWARDS BIKE - Carter Harman of Seaford was the winner of a new 19inch men’s Fuji Cape May series bicycle recently given away by the JROTC Battalion at Sussex Technical High School. Carter is the son of Rob and Beckett Harman of Seaford. The bicycle was donated to the Battalion by the Bethany Cycle Shop. The Raven Battalion raised a total of $734 from the raffle that will be used toward the costs of a planned field trip to Washington, D.C. and the Marine Corps Museum in Quantico, Va. on May 14. Here Carter receives his bicycle from Cadet Lieutenant Colonel Anna Marie Dill and JROTC instructor Major (Ret.) Ben Jester.
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the fall 2009 Dean’s List at Marymount University. To be named to the Dean’s List, students must carry a full academic load that semester, be in good academic standing, and have a grade point average of at least 3.4. A Dean’s List notification is made on the transcript for each semester it is awarded.
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BRock gRADUATES - Leah A. Brock graduated with Cum Laude honors from University of North Carolina, Wilmington, with a BS degree in nursing. She has been selected for employment in the Critical Care Nurse Residency Program at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville, Tenn. Extremely proud of their daughter’s accomplishments are her parents Chris and Jesse Brock.
Miller-Grinstead earns degree
Mary Miller-Grinstead of Bridgeville, has been awarded an associate of applied science degree in criminal justice from Kaplan University. Miller-Grinstead’s accomplishment was celebrated during a live graduation ceremony on Jan. 30 in Miami, Fla. The Kaplan University winter 2010 class of more than 3,300 students earned their associate’s, bachelor’s and master’s degrees – as well as professional certificates – completely online.
McAllister named to Dean’s List
Anthony William McAllister has been recognized for his excellent performance during the Fall 2009 semester at University of Maryland, College Park. Anthony has maintained a 4.0 grade point average and is on the Dean’s List of Outstanding Students.
Tinsman named to Dean’s List
Brian Tinsman of Seaford, a communications major, has been named to
Licensed practical nurses (LPNs) can update their skills and knowledge by taking refresher courses at Delaware Technical & Community College, Owens Campus. The complete refresher course is designed for licensed practical nurses that are not in active practice and wish to update their theoretical knowledge and clinical skills before returning to the workforce. This course will be held Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., March 1 through May 28. A criminal background check, drug screening, physical, tuberculosis test and CPR certification are required before the first class. Students who do not need the complete LPN refresher course can choose to attend selected parts of the course as described below. The continuing education refresher is designed for any licensed practical nurse wishing to renew their license; this 24hour course will take place on Mondays from 9 a.m. to noon, March 1 through May 24. The 64-hour theory refresher allows nurses to update their theoretical knowledge and will be held Monday through Thursday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., March 1 through April 29. The 24-hour skills refresher allows nurses to update their clinical skills on Wednesdays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., May 5 through 19. A 40-hour clinical refresher is available for licensed practical nurses who wish to return to clinical practice. The theory and skills refreshers are prerequisites for this course which will be held Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., May 24 through 28. Course instructor Nancy Henry is a registered nurse and has a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN). For more information or to register for these courses, contact Delaware Tech’s Corporate & Community Programs at 8546966.
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LEGALS PUBLIC NOTICE
You are hereby notified the below application will be before: The City of Seaford Board of Adjustment and Appeals for their determination on Wednesday, March 3, 2010 at 12:00 P.M., in the Council Chambers of City Hall, 414 High Street, Seaford, Delaware: Case No. V-02-10: Kyung Ae Lee, property owner of 511 Bridgeville Highway, is seeking relief from the Zoning Ordinance, on behalf of Soul Saving Restoration Center who wish to use the first floor of this building for worship services. This property is zoned C-2 Highway Commercial. Churches are permitted in residential districts. Two variances are required for this change in use: 1) Sec. 15-40 Uses by Right states (1) Any use permitted in C-1 General Commercial Districts which is the reference to Sec. 15-29 Uses by Right in C-1 which does not specifically list churches or places of worship as a permitted use. 2) Sec. 15-75 Off-street parking requirements (7) requires one parking spaces for each 60 sq. ft. of floor area devoted to patron use. The site provides 19 spaces; 21 spaces are required by Code. Case No. V-03-10: WalMart, 22899 Sussex Highway, is seeking relief from the Zoning Ordinance, Sec. 15-75 Off street (9) Off street parking requirements, in order to use the north parking lot for a garden center. Case No. V-04-10: Griffin & Hardesty Partnership, LLC, property owners of 206 Market Street are seeking relief from the Zoning Ordinance, on behalf of Bruce Morris who proposes to use a space approximately 18’x26’ at this location for light automotive repairs and detailing. This property is zoned R-2 Medium Density Residential. Two variances are required for this change in use: 1) Sec. 15-18 Uses by Right in R-2 Medium Density Residential does not permit a commercial occupancy in a residential district. 2) Sec. 15-66 Signs in Residential Districts, (a) (1) which states only identification signs for farms, hospitals, estates, churches, schools, and similar uses are permitted in a residen-
tial district, and (a) the size shall be not exceed 18 sq. ft. A proposed sign 32 sq. ft. exceeds the allowed size, if the use variance is granted. If these projects are of concern to you and you wish to present your position or evidence, please attend this meeting. You may have counsel attend on your behalf. Issued this 11th day of February pursuant to the Rules heretofore adopted by the City of Seaford. THE CITY OF SEAFORD Dolores J. Slatcher City Manager 2/11/1tc
CITY OF SEAFORD NOTICE OF CONDEMNATION
Name of Property Owner: Ryan Davis Address: PO BOX 928 MIDDLETOWN, DE 19709 The City of Seaford has condemned the below said structure, as per the Notification of Owner dated December 15, 2009 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: Tax Map and Parcel 53113.10-118.00 616 Elm Street Seaford DE 19973
Remedies: Said Condemned structure shall not be reoccupied without the correction of specific code violations. Joshua E. Littleton Building Official 02/11/10
NOTICE OF PUBLIC hEARING
BROAD CREEk hUNDRED Subd. #2009-12 Notice is hereby given that the County Planning and Zoning Commission of Sussex County will hold a public hearing on Thursday evening, MARCH 11, 2010, in the County Council Chambers, Sussex County Administrative Building, Georgetown, Delaware, on the application of DEBBIE BRENNAN, KEVIN MCGRORY AND REVOCABLE TRUST OF See LEGALS—page 31
MORNING STAR LEGALS - from Page 30 EDWARD J. KOSMOWSKI to consider the Subdivision of land in an AR-1 Agricultural Residential District in Broad Creek Hundred, Sussex County, by dividing 8.603 acres into 2 lots, located east of Road 479 (Fire Tower Road), 1,000 feet north of Road 465 (Chipman’s Pond Road). Planning and Zoning public hearings will begin at 6:00 P.M. Text and maps of this application may be examined by interested parties in the County Planning and Zoning Office, Sussex County Administrative Building, Georgetown, Delaware. If unable to attend the public hearing, written comments will be accepted but must be received prior to the public hearing. For additional information contact the Planning and Zoning Department at 302-855-7878. 2/11/1tc
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Name of Property Owner: Mary Chapman Address: 13 Chandler Street, Seaford, De 19973 The City of Seaford has issued a Demolition Order for the below said structure, as per the Notification of Owner dated July 16, 2009 pursuant to Section 4-2329 of the City of Seaford Housing Code. It is hereby ordered that the below described structure must be demolished within thirty (30) days of the date of this Order due to the structure being so out of repair as to be dangerous, unsafe, and unsanitary or otherwise unfit for human habitation, occupancy or use. Description of structure: Tax Map and Parcel 431 5.20 4.00 13 Chandler Street Seaford DE 19973
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Estate of Enos Charles Baum, Deceased. Notice is hereby given that Letters of Testamentary upon the estate of Enos Charles Baum who departed this life on the 7th day of January, A.D. 2010 late of Seaford, DE were duly granted unto Joyce L. Gootee on the 1st day of February, A.D. 2010, and all persons indebted to the said deceased are required to make payments to the said Administratrix WWA without delay, and all persons having demands against the deceased are required to exhibit and present the same duly probated to the
NOTICE OF SPECIAL ELECTION IN THE SEAFORD SCHOOL DISTRICT
Notice is hereby given that a special election will be held in the Ashok Champaneria Board Room of the Seaford School District Office between the hours of 10:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday, 23 February 2010 by the Board of Education of the Seaford School District in accordance with the provisions of 14 Delaware Code. The purpose of this election is to permit the voters of said school district to vote for or against an issue of bonds of said school district in the amount of $1,172,100. The bonds are to be issued to finance a part of the cost of $6,640,880 of which $1,172,100 is to be paid by the school district and $5,468,700 to be paid by the State of Delaware. The State Board of Education of the State of Delaware has determined such major capital improvement projects to be necessary in and for the school district. At said election, voters will vote using voting machines upon which appear the words “FOR THE BOND ISSUE” and also the words “AGAINST THE BOND ISSUE” next to the appropriate levers by which the voters shall make their choice. Every U.S. citizen 18 years of age or over who resides in the Seaford School District who would be entitled on 23 February 2010 to register and vote in any election district of which the Seaford School District is a part at a general election, if such a general election was held on said day, may vote at this election, whether or not he is at the time a registered voter. All voters residing in the Seaford School District who are eligible to vote in this election may vote at the Seaford School District Office between the hours of 10:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. Proof of identification (e.g., Delaware driver’s license, Delaware ID card, work ID card with photo and address, U.S. postal material) is required to vote. Absentee voting is handled by the Department of Elections in Georgetown (119 N. Race Street; 856-5367). BY THE ORDER OF THE BOARD OF EDUCATION OF THE SEAFORD SCHOOL DISTRICT By: Attest: DATE: 12 January 2010
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Estate of Grace A. Massey, Deceased. Notice is hereby given that Letters of Testamentary upon the estate of Grace A. Massey who departed this life on the 1st day of December, A.D. 2009 late of Laurel, DE were duly granted unto Dawn A. Bower on the 1st day of February, A.D. 2010, and all persons indebted to the said deceased are required to make payments to the said Executrix without delay, and all persons having demands against the deceased are required to exhibit and present the same duly probated to the said Executrix on or before the 1st day of August, A.D. 2010 or abide by the law in this behalf. Executrix: Dawn A. Bower 32190 Downing Rd. Delmar, MD 21875 Gregory Fuller Sr. Register of Wills 2/11/3tc
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Estate of Alfred Skrobala, Deceased. Notice is hereby given that Letters of Testamentary upon the estate of Alfred Skrobala who departed this life on the 9th day of December, A.D. 2009 late of Seaford, DE were duly granted unto Thomas A. Skrobala on the 13th day of January, 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 9th day of August, A.D. 2010 or abide by the law in this behalf. Executor: Thomas A. Skrobala 492 Brook Hills Dr. Annandale, VA 22003-5513 Attorney: John E. Tarburton, Esq. John E. Tarburton 420 Pennsylvania Ave. Seaford, DE 19973
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Estate of James F. Cordey, Deceased. Notice is hereby given that Letters of Testamentary upon the estate of James F. Cordrey who departed this life on the 18th day of May, A.D. 2009 late of Laurel, DE were duly granted unto Jamie Cordrey on the 26th day of January, A.D. 2010, and all persons indebted to the said deceased are required to make payments to the said Administratrix WWA without delay, and all persons having demands against the deceased are required to exhibit and present the same duly probated to the said Administratrix WWA on or before the 18th day of January, A.D. 2010 or abide by the law in this behalf. Administratrix WWA: Jamie Cordrey 34128 Hitch Pond Road Laurel, DE 19956 Attorney: Eugene H. Bayard, Esq. Wilson, Halbrook & Bayard, P.A. P.O. Box 690 Georgetown, DE 19947 Gregory Fuller Sr. Register of Wills 2/4/3tc
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Estate of Daisy Mae Mathis, Deceased. Notice is hereby given that Letters of Administration upon the estate of Daisy Mae Mathis who departed this life on the 12th day of August, A.D. 2009 late of Delmar, DE were duly granted unto Mid-Atlantic of Delmar, LLC C/O Barbara McAdams on the 25th day of January, A.D. 2010, and all persons indebted to the said deceased are required to make payments to the said Administrator without delay, and all persons having demands against the deceased are required to exhibit and present the same duly probated to the said Administrator on or before the 12th day of April, A.D. 2010 or abide by the law in this behalf. Administrator: Mid-Atlantic of Delmar, LLC C/O Barbara McAdams 101 East Delaware Ave. Delmar, DE 19940 Attorney: Robert K. Beste, Jr. Cohen Seglias Pallas Greenhall & Furman PC Ste. 1130 Nemours Bldg. Wilmington, DE 19801 Gregory Fuller Sr. Register of Wills 2/4/3tc
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Estate of Sara Jane Eaton, Deceased. Notice is hereby given that Letters of Testamentary upon the estate of Sara Jane Eaton who departed this life on the 7th day of January, A.D. 2010 late of Seaford, DE were duly granted unto R. Neill Carey on the 20th day of January, 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 7th day of September, A.D. 2010 or abide by the law in this behalf. Executor: R. Neill Carey 104 Elizabeth St. Salisbury, MD 21801 Attorney: Stephen P. Ellis, Esq. Ellis & Szabo PO Box 574 Georgetown, DE 19947 Gregory Fuller Sr. Register of Wills 2/4/3tc
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Estate of Clare D. McLaughlin, Deceased. Notice is hereby given that Letters of Testamentary upon the estate of Claire D. McLaughlin who departed this life on the 3rd day of January, A.D. 2010 late of Seaford, DE were duly granted unto Colin McLaughlin, Maryellen M. Sobin on the 21st day of January, 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 3rd day of September, A.D. 2010 or abide by the law in this behalf. Co-Executors: Colin McLaughlin 6766 Atlanta Cr. Seaford, DE 19973 Maryellen M. Sobin 215 River Park Dr. Great Falls, VA 22066 Gregory Fuller Sr. Register of Wills 2/4/3tc
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LEGALS - from Page 31 duly granted unto PNC Bank, N.A. formerly PNC Bank, Delaware on the 25th day of January, A.D. 2010, and all persons indebted to the said deceased are required to make payments to the said Executor with out 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. 2010 or abide by the law in this behalf. Executor: PNC Bank, N.A. formerly PNC Bank, Delaware 222 Delaware Ave., 18th Floor Wilmington, DE 19899 Gregory Fuller Sr. Register of Wills 2/4/3tc
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Estate of Charles E. Shenton, Jr., Deceased. Notice is hereby given that Letters of Testamen tary upon the estate of Charles E. Shenton,Jr. who departed this life on the 29th day of December, A.D. 2009 late of Seaford, DE were duly granted unto Julie Peters on the 13th day of January, A.D. 2010, and all persons indebted to the said deceased are required to make payments to the said Executrix with out delay, and all persons having demands against the deceased are required to exhibit and present the same duly probated to the said Executrix on or before the 29th day of August, A.D. 2010 or abide by the law in this behalf. Executrix: Julie Peters 616 Pine Bluff Rd. Salisbury, MD 21801 Gregory Fuller Sr. Register of Wills 1/28/3tc
SHERIFF SALE
By virtue of a writ of Le vari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, February 16, 2010 At 9:30 A.M. & Thereafter At the Sussex County Sheriff’s Office, West Com plex, 22215 DuPont Bou levard, Georgetown, Del aware, Georgetown Hun dred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, the following described real estate to wit: ALL THAT certain lot, piece and parcel of land, lying and being in Nanticoke Hundred, Sussex County and State of Delaware, being designated as Lot #4 on a Plot of COUNTRY ACRES, of record in the
MORNING STAR Office of the Recorder of Deeds, in and for Sussex County in Plot Book 76, Page 291 and being more particularly described in ac cordance with a survey pre pared by John H. Plummer and Assoc., Inc., dated July 20, 2005, as follows, towit: BEGINNING at an iron rod/cap found on the south erly right of way line of Country Court (50 feet RlW) marking a corner for this parcel and a corner for Lot #5; thence proceeding by and with the southerly right of way line of Country Court the following three courses and distances: (1) defect ing with a curve having a radius of 175.00 feet an arc distance of 21.72 feet to an iron rod/cap found; (2) defecting with a curve with a radius of 25.00 feet an arc distance of 28.01 feet to an iron rod/cap found; and (3) South 41 degrees 4 minutes 26 seconds East 97.92 feet to an iron rod/cap found marking a corner for this parcel and a corner for Lot #3; thence proceeding by and with the line of Lot No.3, South 29 degrees 36 minutes 11 seconds West 250.31 feet to an iron rod/ cap found marking a corner for this parcel; thence turn ing and running North 45 degrees 37 minutes 20 sec onds West 156.99 feet to an iron rod/cap found marking a corner for this parcel and a corner for Lot #5; thence proceeding by and with the line of Lot #5 North 34 de grees 11 minutes 13 sec onds East 223.13 feet home to the iron rod/cap mark ing the point and place of Beginning, be the contents thereof what they may. AND BEING the same lands conveyed unto Jef frey T. Benson, Jr. and La’ Glennda K. Benson by deed of Bayland Homes, Inc., dated August 5, 2005 and of record in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds in and for Sussex County and State of Delaware in Deed Book 3182, page 283. Tax Parcel: 23113.00 223.00 Property Address: 12179 COUNTRY DRIVE, SEA FORD 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 Reg istration 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 March 15, 2010. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on
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March 19, 2010 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 per cent to be paid by the Pur chaser. 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 respon sibility of the Purchaser. The Purchaser will be re 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 FortyFive days of confirma tion. If the Purchaser fails to comply with these terms the percentum paid at the time of sale will be forfeited. Please make checks pay able to: Sheriff of Sussex County. Seized and taken in execution the property of JEFFREY T. BENSON, JR. AND LA’GLENNDA K. BENSON and will be sold by Eric D. Swanson, Sheriff 2/4/2tc
SHERIFF SALE
By virtue of a writ of Le vari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, February 16, 2010 At 9:30 A.M. & Thereafter At the Sussex County Sheriff’s Office, West Com plex, 22215 DuPont Bou levard, Georgetown, Dela ware, Georgetown Hun dred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, the following described real estate to wit: ALL THAT CERTAIN LOT, PIECE, PARCEL AND TRACT OF LAND, LYING AND BEING IN NORTH WEST FORK HUNDRED, SUSSEX COUNTY, AND THE STATE OF DELA WARE, DEPICTED ON A SURVEY PREPARED BY CHARLES D. MURPHY AS SOCIATES, INC., DATED FEBRUARY 6, 2001, AND COMPROMISING ALL OF LOT 4 ON A MINOR SUBDIVSION FOR LANDS OF NANTICOKE HOMES, INC., AS FILED WITH THE OFFICE OF THE RECORDER OF DEEDS, SUSSEX COUNTY, AT GEROGETOWN, DELA WARE, IN PLAT BOK 70, PAGE 03, LYING ON THE SOUTHWESTERLY SIDE OF COUNTY ROAD 589 AT SEVENTY (70) FEET WIDE, ADJOINING LOT 2, LOT 3, THE RESIDUAL LANDS OF NANTICOKE HOMES, INC., LANDS NOW OR FORMERLY OF WILLIS FRANKLIN SA V AGE, ET UX, LANDS NOW OR FORMERLY OF FRAN CES ELAINE JONES AND
LANDS NOW OR FOR MERL Y OF BRUCE D. JENKINS, ET UX, BEING MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOL LOWS, TO WIT: BEGINNING AT A POINT ON THE SOUTHWESTER LY RIGHTOFWAY LINE OF COUTNY ROAD 589 AND THE NORTHWEST ERLY CORNER FOR LOT 2, SAID POINT BEING DIS TANT 808 FEET MORE OR LESS FROM THE CEN TERLINE INTERSECTION OF COUNTY ROAD 589 AND CONTY ROAD 589A; THENCE RUNNING WITH SAID LOT 2 SOUTH 19 DEGREES 29 MINUTES 05 SECONDS WEST 150.00 FEET TO A POINT AT A CORNER FOR LOT 2; THENCE CONTINIUING WITH SAID LOT 2 AND WITH LOT 3, SOUTH 70 DEGREES 30 MINUTES 55 SECONDS EAST 446.32 FEET TO A POINT ON LINE FOR THE RE SIDUAL LANDS OF NAN TICOKE HOMES, INC., AND THE CENTER OF A HUNDRED AND FIFTY (150) FOOT WIDE UTIL ITY EASEMENT; THENCE RUNNING WITH SAID RE SIDUAL LANDS AND THE CENTERLINE OF SAID EASEMENT SOUTH 17 DEGREES 04 MINUTES 23 SECNODS WEST 674.44 FEET TO A POINT ON LINE FOR LANDS NOW OR FORMELY OF WIL LIS FRANKLIN SAVAGE, ET UX; THENCE RUN NING WITH SAID SAVAGE LANDS NORTH 72 DE GREES 49 MINUTES 37 SECONDS WEST 699.54 FEET TO A POINT ON LINE FOR LANDS NOW OR FORMERLY OF FRAN CES ELAINE JONES; THENCE RUNNING WITH SAID JONES LANDS NORTH 10 DEGREES 59 MINTUES 21 SECONDS EAST 709.85 FEET TO A POINT AT A CORNER FOR LANDS NOW OR FORMEL Y OF BRUCE D. JENKINS, ET UX; THENCE RUN NING WITH SAID JENKINS LANDS THE FOLLOWING TWO (2) COURSES AND DISTANCES: SOUTH 70 DEGREES 30 MINUTES 55 SECONDS EAST 169.08 FEET; NORTH 19 DE GREES 29 MINUTES 05 SECONDS EAST 150.00 FEET TO A POINT ON THE SOUTHWESTERLY RIGHTOFWAY LINE OF COUNTY ROAD 589; THENCE FINALLY RUN NING WITH THE AFORE MENTIONED RIGHTOF WAY LINE SOUTH 70 DE GREES 30 MINUTES 55 SECONDS EAST 160.07 FEET TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING, BE THE CONTENTS THEREOF WHAT THEY MAY. AND BEING the same lands and premises which
PAGE 33 Nanticoke Homes, Inc., by deed dated September 21,2001 and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds in and for Kent County, Delaware in Deed Book 2631, Page 144 did grant and convey unto BEN JAMIN CHAD JENKINS. Tax Parcel: 5309.00 97.00 Property Address: 8738 GREENWOOD 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 Reg istration 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 March 15, 2010. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on March 19, 2010 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 per cent to be paid by the Pur chaser. 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 respon sibility of the Purchaser. The Purchaser will be re 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 FortyFive days of confirma tion. If the Purchaser fails to comply with these terms the percentum paid at the time of sale will be forfeited. Please make checks pay able to: Sheriff of Sussex County. Seized and taken in execution the property of BENJAMIN CHAD JENKINS AND KARI JENKINS and will be sold by Eric D. Swanson, Sheriff 2/4/2tc
SHERIFF SALE
By virtue of a writ of Le vari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, February 16, 2010 At 9:30 A.M. & Thereafter At the Sussex County Sheriff’s Office, West Com plex, 22215 DuPont Bou levard, Georgetown, Dela ware, Georgetown Hun dred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, the following described real estate to wit: All that certain lot or par
cel of land situate, lying and being in the City of Seaford, Seaford Hundred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, being known and designat ed a s Lot no. 27 in “John N. Wright’s First Addition to Seaford” and being more particularly described as fol lows: Beginning at a pipe (found) on the Westerly right of way line of Market Street at a corner for this lot and Lot No. 28; thence with the Westerly right of way line of Market Street, South 16° 22 minutes 00 seconds East 50.05 feet to an iron rod (found) on the Westerly right of way line of Market Street at a corner for this lot and lot No. 26; thence with Lot No. 26, South 74° 59 minutes 45 seconds West 138.71 feet a pipe (found) at a corner for this lot and Lots No. 26, 25 and 24; thence with Lot No. 24, North 18° 07 minutes 38 seconds West 49.69 feet to a pipe (found) at a corner for this lot and Lots No. 24,23, and 28; thence with Lot No. 28, North 74° 49 minutes 33 seconds East 140.23 to a pipe (found) on the Wester ly right of way line of Market Street located at the point and place of beginning. Containing 6,950 square feet of land, be the same, more or less, as shown on a survey prepared by Thomas A. Temple, Jr., Del. P., L.S. No. 242, dated January 23, 2007. BEING the same lands conveyed to Edris Ann Irwin and John W. Irwin from Mil dred E. Smith by Deed dated October 14, 1999, recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds in and for Sussex County, Delaware, on Octo ber 15,1999, in Deed Book 2430, Page 40. The said John W. Irwin departed this life Testate on or about January 6,2001, and a Last Will and Testa ment is filed for record in the Office of the Register of Wills, in and for Sus sex County, Georgetown, Delaware in Will Book 367, page 147. Under Item IV, the above property was de vised unto his wife, Edris Ann Irwin. BEING the same lands conveyed to Maria Bahena from Edris Ann Irwin by Deed dated February ]5, 2007, recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds in and for Sussex County, Delaware, on February 21, 2007, in Deed Book 3417, Page 259. Tax Parcel: 4315.00 48.00 Property Address: 306 N. MARKET STREET, SEA FORD Registration is required for all bidders prior to sale. A $4,000.00 deposit (Cash See LEGALS—page 34
PAGE 34 LEGALS - from Page 33 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 March 15, 2010. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on March 19, 2010 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 MARIA BAHENA and will be sold by Eric D. Swanson, Sheriff 2/4/2tc
SHERIFF SALE
By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, February 16, 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 or tract of land, situate, lying and being in Broad Creek Hundred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, more particularly described as follows, to-wit; BEGINNING at a concrete monument, said concrete monument located on the southeastern right-of-way of County Route 485, said concrete monument also located 142.45 feet in a northeastern direction from the intersection of County Route 485 and County Route 488; thence, turning and running
MORNING STAR by and with the right-of-way of said County Route 485, North 42° 05’ East, 105.00 feet to a concrete monument; thence, turning and running by and with a common boundary with this lot and Lot 5, South 47° 55’ East, 149.53 feet to a concrete monument; thence turning and running South 42° 05’ West 116.90 feet to a concrete monument; thence, turning and running by and with the common boundary with these land and lands now or formerly of Donald L. Givens, North 43° 22’ West, 150.00 feet, home to the place of BEGINNING, and said to contain 16,590 square feet of land, be the same more or less. Subject to the following restrictions: as a restriction running with the land, no mobile home less then 20 feet in width or a dwelling of less then 840 square feet shall be placed on these lands. BEING the same lands heretofore conveyed to these grantors by Farmers Bank of the State of Delaware, a Delaware corporation, in and by its certain Deed, dated November 30, 1978, and now of record in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds, in and for Sussex County, at Georgetown, Delaware, in Deed Book 927, Page 35. BEING the same lands heretofore conveyed to these William E. Dimes and Phyliss L. Dimes by Donald G. D’Aquila and Cynthia L. D’Aquila, in and by a certain Deed, dated October 22, 1983, and now of record in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds, in and for Sussex County, at Georgetown, Delaware, in Deed Book 1218, Page 246. Tax Parcel: 1-32-2.00339.03 Property Address: 26259 BETHEL CONCORD ROAD, 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 March 15, 2010. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on March 19, 2010 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
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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 PHYLLIS L. DIMES and will be sold by Eric D. Swanson, Sheriff 2/4/2tc
SHERIFF SALE
By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, February 16, 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 Seaford Hundred, Sussex County, Delaware, being known as Lot 9 “Bryan Park” and being more particularly bounded and described as follows: BEGINNING at a concrete monument found lying on the Northeasterly right-of-way of Maple Drive, and being a corner for this lot and for Lot 10; thence by and with a common boundary line for this lot and for Lot 10 North 53 degrees 19 minutes 00 seconds East 150.00 feet to a concrete monument found; thence turning and running by and with a common boundary line for this lot and for Lot 8 South 36 degrees 41 minutes 00 seconds East 200.00 feet to a found concrete monument; thence turning and running by and with the Northwesterly side of County Road 532 South 53 degrees 19 minutes 00 seconds West 135.00 feet to a point marking the beginning of a curve; said curve having a delta of 90 degrees 00 minutes; a radius of 15.0 feet; an arc distance of 23.56 feet to a point; thence turning and running by and with the Northeasterly right-of-way line of Maple Drive North 36 degrees 41 minutes 00
seconds West 185.00 feet home to the place of beginning said to contain 29,952 square feet of land more or less with improvements thereon as shown on a survey prepared by Thomas A. Temple, Jr. dated November 19, 2001, a copy of which is attached hereto. 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. SUBJECT To restrictions of record in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds, in and for Sussex County, Delaware, in Deed Book 631 at Page 726, Deed Book 634 at Page 420, Deed Book 620 at Page 274, and in Deed Book 953 at Page 294. BEING the same land and premises which by Deed dated May 29, 1998, and recorded May 29, 1998, among the Land Records of Sussex County, Delaware, in Book 2291, Page 277, was granted and conveyed by Jay C. Banning unto Jeffery D. Emory and Mary A. Emory, the Grantors herein. BEING the same land and premises which by Deed dated December 14, 2001, and recorded December 18, 2001, among the Land Records of Sussex County, Delaware, in Book 2291, Page 277, was granted and conveyed by Jeffery D. Emory and Mary A. Emory unto Shamshad Din and Tehmina A. Barket, the Grantors herein. Tax Parcel: 3-31-2.0059.00 Property Address: 21793 MAPLE 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 March 15, 2010. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on March 19, 2010 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 SHAMSHAD DIN & TEHMINA A. BARKET and will be sold by Eric D. Swanson, Sheriff 2/4/2tc
SHERIFF SALE
By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, February 16, 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 improvements erected thereon, situated in the City of Seaford, Seaford Hundred, Sussex County and State of Delaware, lying on the South side of William Ross Lane, a short distance west of Plantation Drive; being bounded on the north by William Ross Lane; on the east by Lot #93; on the south by Lot #92 and lands now or late of Pasqua 1 B. & Dorothy L. Decarlo; on the west by Lot #95 being designated as Lot #94 of the Governor’s Grant Subdivision as shown on the Record Plot Plan for the same, as recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deed in and for Sussex County, Delaware in Plot Book 88 Page 141 and being more particularly described in accordance with a survey by Earl D. Smith, Inc., Professional Land Surveyor dated November 15,2006 as follows to wit: BEGINNING at a found pipe in the south line of William Ross Lane at a comer for this lot and lot #93; said point of beginning commencing from the northwest end of a 20.00 foot radius junction curve joining west line of Plantation Drive with the south line of William Ross Lane, South 80° 29 minutes 00 seconds West 61.11 feet to the point of beginning; thence running from said point of beginning with Lot #93, South 09° 31 minutes 00 seconds East 115.39 feet to a found pipe
at a comer for this lot, Lot #93 and Lot #92; thence running with Lot #92 and in part with lands now or late of Pasqua 1 B. & Dorothy L. Decarlo, South 80° 29 minutes 00 seconds West 75.00 feet to a found pipe in line of lands now or late of Decarlo at a comer for this lot and Lot #95; thence running with Lot #95; North 09° 31 minutes 00 seconds West 115.39 feet to a set pipe at a comer for this lot and Lot #95 in the south line of William Ross Lane; thence running with the south line of William Ross Lane, North 80° 29 minutes 00 seconds East 75.00 feet to the point and place of beginning and containing 8,654 square feet of land be the same more or less. The above lands and premises are conveyed subject to covenants, conditions and restrictions of record, if any; such state of facts as an accurate survey and/or inspection of the lands and premises will disclose; the operation and effect of any zoning laws, and building restrictions imposed by public authority; and easements and public utility grants of record. AND BEING part (Lot #94) of the same lands and premises which were conveyed unto North State Street Properties-Governors Grant, LLC, a Delaware Limited Liability Company, by Corrective Deed of S& L Contractors, Inc. dated April 27, 2006 and recorded on May 5, 2006 in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds, in and for Sussex County, Delaware, in Deed Record Book 3306, Page 4. AND BEING part (Lot #94) of the same lands and premises which were conveyed unto S& L Contractors, Inc., by Deed of Scott A. Runnels dated December 7,2006 and recorded on January 11,2007 in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds, in and for Sussex County, Delaware, in Deed Record Book 3404, Page 155. Tax Parcel: 5-31-10.00374.00 Property Address: 104 WILLIAM ROSS 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 See LEGALS—page 35
MORNING STAR LEGALS - from Page 34 balance is to be paid on or before March 15, 2010. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on March 19, 2010 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 SCOTT A. RUNNELS and will be sold by Eric D. Swanson, Sheriff 2/4/2tc
SHERIFF SALE
By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, February 16, 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, situate, lying and being in Little Creek Hundred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, lying and located on the West side of the highway leading from Laurel, Delaware, to Sharptown, Maryland, and being LOT 9, in SECTION A, on a plan of LOTS OF WILLIAM J. PUSEY, which said plot of lots is of record in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds in and for Sussex County, Delaware, in Deed Book 297, at Page 596, and being more particularly described as follows: BEGINNING at a pipe found located on the Westerly right-of-way line of Route 24 and being a comer for this land and lands now or formerly of Craig F. Smith et aI., thence by and with aforesaid right-of-way South 55° 17 minutes 30 seconds West 52.92 feet to a railroad spike; thence turning
and running by and with a common boundary line for this lot and lands now or formerly of Douglas K. Marvil, et al. North 34 degrees 51 minutes 00 seconds West 200.00 feet to a rebar; thence turning and running by and with a common boundary line for this lot and Lot 24 North 56° 17 minutes 30 seconds East 51.63 feet to a rebar; thence turning and running by and with a common boundary line for this lot and lands now or formerly of Craig E. Smith et al. South 35 degrees 13 minutes 10 seconds East with 200.00 feet home to the place of beginning, said to contain 10,454.9 square feet ofland, more or less, with improvements thereon as shown on a survey prepared by Brad A. Temple dated January 28, 1997, as previously recorded in Deed Book 2183, at Page 111. 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 conveyed to Richard Bruce Murphy by Deed from Richard Bruce Murphy and Beverly White f/k/a Beverly Darling Murphy, dated August 12, 2004, and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds in and for Sussex County in Deed Book 3020, page 135. BEING the same lands conveyed to Ronald J. Trice, Jr. and Cheryl L. Schwab by Deed from Richard Bruce Murphy, dated march 27, 2008, and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds in and for Sussex County in Deed Book 3562, page 180. Tax Parcel: 4-32-8.10107.02 Property Address: 9283 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 March 15, 2010. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on March 19, 2010 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
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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 RONALD TRICE, JR. & CHERYL L. SCHWAB and will be sold by Eric D. Swanson, Sheriff 2/4/2tc
SHERIFF SALE
By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, February 16, 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 Blades, Broad Creek Hundred, Sussex County, Delaware, lying on the northerly right of way line of East ih Street, being more particularly described as follows, to wit: BEGINNING at a concrete monument found on the northerly right of way line of East 7th Street, a comer for this land and lands now or formerly of Patsy M. West, from this point of Beginning, South 87° 57’ 13” West 150.13 feet to a pipe in the northerly edge of East 7th Street, a comer for this land and the lands now or formerly of John H. Reynolds et ux,; thence with line of Reynolds lands North 02° 15’ 42” West a distance of99.89 feet to a point; thence North 87° 44’ 21” East, a distance of75 feet to a comer monument a comer for this land and the lands now or formerly of Patsy M. West; thence with the lands formerly of Patsy M. West; South 02° 15’ 42” East a distance of 100.17 feet to a concrete monument in the northerly edge of East 7th Street the point and place of beginning containing approximately 7.507 square feet of land be the same more or
less with all improvements located thereon according to a survey prepared by Thomas Temple dated July 23, 1986, attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference. BEING the same lands conveyed to Robert E. Ridinger by Deed from Ronald R. Lowe and Charlotte L. Lowe, dated August 1, 1986, and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds in and for Sussex County in Deed Book 1432 page 13. Tax Parcel: 1-32-1.15150.02 Property Address: 10 EAST 7TH STREET, BLADES 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 March 15, 2010. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on March 19, 2010 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 ROBERT E. RIDINGER and will be sold by Eric D. Swanson, Sheriff 2/4/2tc
SHERIFF SALE
By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, February 16, 2010 At 9:30 A.M. & Thereafter At the Sussex County
PAGE 35 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 lying and being in Little Creek Hundred, Sussex County, Delaware, being designated as Lot 35 of Holly Ridge (Tax Parcel No. 5-32-14-131; 36805 Red Berry Road, Delmar, DE 19940) and being more particularly shown on a plot entitled “Holly Ridge Record Subdivision Plan”, prepared by Adams-Kemp Associates, Inc., dated December 20, 2003 and being filed for record in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds, in and for Sussex County, Delaware, in Plot Book 85, Page 249. Tax Parcel: 5-32-14.00131.00 Property Address: 36805 RED BERRY ROAD, DELMAR 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 March 15, 2010. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on March 19, 2010 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 AMERICAN DESIGN HOMES, INC., AND 770 PROPERTIES, LLC and will be sold by Eric D. Swanson, Sheriff 2/4/2tc
SHERIFF SALE
By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, February 16, 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 Seaford Hundred, Sussex County and State of Delaware designated as LOT No. FORTY-TWO (42), of GREEN ACRES, a plot of which is filed for record in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds in and for Sussex County, Georgetown, Delaware in Deed Book 310 Page 540, and more particularly described in accordance with a survey prepared by Miller Lewis, Inc. dated September 22, 1995, as follows to wit: BEGINNING at a pipe on the North side of Garden Lane (40’ right-of-way), a corner for this lot and lot 41, said beginning point being 1900 feet more or less West of the Right of Way of U.S. 13A; thence by and with Garden Lane, North 67 degrees 28 minutes 16 seconds West 50.00 feet to a pipe, a corner for this lot and Lo143; thence, turning and running by and with Lot 43, North 22 degrees, 31 minutes, 44 seconds East 150 feet to a pipe, a corner for this lot; thence turning and running by and with lands of Ray S. Mears & Sons, Inc. South 67 degrees 28 minutes 16 seconds East 50.00 feet to a pipe, a corner for this lot and Lot 41; thence, turning and running by and with, Lot 41, South 22 degrees 31 minutes 44 seconds West 50.00 feet to the place of beginning containing therein 7,500 square feet of land, more or less. Being the same lands and premises which Cendant Mortgage Corporation by its attorney in fact Fidelity National Asset Management Solutions did grant and convey unto Gerald M. Davis by deed dated November 10, 2002 and recorded on December 6, 2002 in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds, in and for Sussex County, State of Delaware, in Deed Book 2778 Page 340. Tax Parcel: 3-31-3.00216.00 Property Address: 8609 GARDEN LANE, SEAFORD Registration is required for all bidders prior to sale. A $4,000.00 deposit (Cash See LEGALS—page 36
PAGE 36 LEGALS - from Page 35 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 March 15, 2010. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on March 19, 2010 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 GERALD M. DAVIS and will be sold by Eric D. Swanson, Sheriff 2/4/2tc
SHERIFF SALE
By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, February 16, 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 situate, lying and being in the City of Seaford, Sussex County, Delaware, located on the south side of Third Street, fronting thirty (30) feet thereon and extending back a distance of eighty (80) feet and being the westerly one half of the land of which Loleta McNeilly died, seized and possessed, and which she obtained from Henrietta R. McNeilly, by deed dated June 30, 1928, and of record in the Deed Book 269, page 560 in the once of the Re-
MORNING STAR corder of Deeds at Georgetown, Delaware. Being the same lands and premises which Henry E. Nutter, JR., did grant and convey unto and Nikova C. Williams and Monshaun M. Farlow, by deed dated October 26, 2007 and recorded on October 29, 2007 in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds, in and for Sussex County, State of Delaware, in Deed Book 3514 at Page 319. Tax Parcel: 4-31-5.00113.00 Property Address: 525 THIRD STREET, 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 March 15, 2010. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on March 19, 2010 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 MONSHAUN M. FARLOW & NIKOVA C. WILLIAMS and will be sold by Eric D. Swanson, Sheriff 2/4/2tc
SHERIFF SALE
By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, February 16, 2010 At 9:30 A.M. & Thereafter At the Sussex County Sheriff’s Office, West Complex, 22215 DuPont Boulevard, Georgetown, Delaware, Georgetown Hundred,
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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 Northwest Fork Hundred, Sussex County and the State of Delaware, and being more particularly described as follows, to wit: BEGINNING at a concrete monument located on the northeasterly right of way line of Delaware Road #18, said monument being 33 feet from the centerline of the said Delaware Road #18 (paving), and being 358.10 feet from the centerline of County Road #561, and also being a comer for this land and lands now or formerly of Chester F. and Elizabeth F. Hearn; thence along the northeasterly right of way line of the said Delaware Road #18, North 40 degrees 05 minutes 33 seconds West 208.71 feet to a concrete monument, being a comer for other lands now or formerly of Chester F. and Elizabeth F. Hearn; thence along lands now or formerly of the said Chester F. and Elizabeth F. Hearn the following courses and distances: North 31 degrees 28 minutes 21 seconds East 495.00 feet to a concrete monument; thence South 58 degrees 31 minutes 39 seconds East 198.00 feet to a well point; thence South 31 degrees 28 minutes 21 seconds West 561.00 feet back to the place of Beginning, said to contain 2.400 acres of land, be the same more or less, as shown on a survey prepared by Miller-Lewis, Inc., Registered Surveyors, dated June 5, 1984. Being the same lands and premises which Peggy L. Gum, did grant and convey unto Kris W. Gum, by deed dated August 10, 2007 and recorded on August 17,2007 in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds, in and for Sussex County, State of Delaware, in Deed Book 3486 at Page 74. Tax Parcel: 1-31-18.001.00 Property Address: 6755 CANNON 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 March 15, 2010. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on March
19, 2010 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 KRIS W. GUM and will be sold by Eric D. Swanson, Sheriff 2/4/2tc
SHERIFF SALE
By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, February 16, 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, MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED IN ACCORDANCE WITN A SURVEY PREPARED BY SIMPLER SURVEYING AND ASSOCIATES, DATED MARCH 13, 2003, AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING AT A CONCRETE MONUMENT ON THE NORTHWESTERLY RIGHT OF WAY OF COUNTY ROUTE NO. 516, A CORNER FOR THIS LOT AND LANDS OF FLORENCE THOMAS, SAID BEGINNING POINT BEING 978 FEET MORE OR LESS FROM THE RIGHT OF WAY OF COUNTY ROUTE NO. 525; THENCE TURING AND RUNNING ALONG A LINE BETWEEN THESE LANDS AND LANDS OF FLORENCE THOMAS NORTH 41 DEGREES 51 MINUTES 26 SECONDS WEST 193.55 FEET TO A CONCRETE MONUMENT, A CORNER FOR THIS LOT AND LANDS OF FLORENCE THOMAS; THENCE
TURNING AND RUNNING ALONG A LINE BETWEEN THESE LANDS, LANDS OF GERALDINE CANNON AND LANDS OF SANDRA JOHNSON, NORTH 37 DEGREES 29 MINUTES 18 SECONDS EAST 102.18 FEET TO A CONCRETE MONUMENT, A CORNER FOR THIS LOT AND LANDS OF KOVER SHOWELL; THENCE TURNING AND RUNNING ALONG A LINE BETWEEN THESE LANDS AND LANDS OF KOVER SHOWELL SOUTH 41 DEGREES 45 MINUTES 60 SECONDS EAST 212.75 FEET TO A CONCRETE MONUMENT ON THE NORTHWESTERLY RIGHT OF WAY OF COUNTY ROUTE NO. 518, A CORNER FOR THIS LOT AND LANDS OF KOVER SHOWELL, THENCE TURING AND RUNNING BY AND WITH THE RIGHT OF WAY OF COUNTY ROUTE 518 SOUTH 48 DEGREES 19 MINUTES 23 SECONDS WEST 100.00 FEET TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING, CONTAINING THEREIN 20.353 SQUARE FEET OF LAND, MORE OR LESS. THE IMPROVEMENTS THEREON BEING COMMONLY KNOWN AS 24278 CONCORD POND ROAD, SEAFORD, DELAWARE 19973, BEING THE SAME LOT OR PARCEL OF GROUND WHICH BY DEED DATED MARCH 31,2003 AND RECORDED AMONG THE LAND RECORDS OF SUSSEX COUNTY IN BOOK 2820 PAGE314. WAS GRANTED AND CONVEYED BY SHAWN M. SYLVIA UNTO ROSEMARY S. MARTIN. Being the same lands and premises which Rosemary S. Martin, did grant and convey unto and Rosemary S. Martin and Troy Smith, by deed dated May 31, 2006 and recorded on June 26, 2006 in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds, in and for Sussex County, State of Delaware, in Deed Book 3325 at Page 275. Tax Parcel: 2-31-13.0024.14 Property Address: 24278 CONCORD POND ROAD, 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 March 15, 2010. Sale subject to confirmation by
the Superior Court on March 19, 2010 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 ROSEMARY S. MARTIN & TROY SMITH and will be sold by Eric D. Swanson, Sheriff 2/4/2tc
SHERIFF SALE
By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, February 16, 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, situate, lying and being in Broad Creek Hundred, Sussex County, Delaware, more particularly described as follows, to wit: BEGINNING at a concrete monument located 119.50 feet southerly from the beginning marker for Parcel A conveyed this date to Berenice T. Jones, et al., and running from said beginning monument North 860 57’ IS” East 181.07 feet along and with the Southerly boundary of said Parcel A, to a concrete monument in line of lands now or formerly of Horace S. Moore, thence turning and running with said Moore lands, South 210 19’ IS” East 120.13 feet to a concrete monument located on the Northerly side of East Second Street, a thirty foot side street in the Town of Blades, and running with said Northerly side of East Second Street, South 87° 06’ West 180.12 feet to a concrete monument and corner for these lands and See LEGALS—page 37
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Hands-free cell phone legislation would impose fines up to $200
Citing a need for passage of comprehensive legislation regulating the use of electronic communication devices while driving, Rep. Darryl M. Scott will file legislation that would require drivers to use hands-free technology when operating a cell phone while the vehicle is in motion. House Substitute 1 for House Bill 229 also would prohibit text messaging, sending or reading e-mails or browsing Websites while the vehicle is in motion. The bill allows a driver to use a headset, speakerphone or other hands-free device to talk on a cell phone while driving. Rep. Scott, D-Dover, noted that the original HB 229 would have prohibited drivers from using cell phones entirely, but he said there wasn’t enough support for a complete cell phone ban. Under the bill, a first violation of this primary offense would carry a civil penalty of $50. A driver who violates the proposed law again would be fined $100$200. Previous legislative attempts at restricting cell phone usage have failed, but Rep. Scott discussed his proposal with AAA Mid-Atlantic and the Department of Safety and Homeland Security, bringing together
major stakeholders from all sides. The bill allows exemptions for police, firefighters and other emergency personnel, permitting them to use a hand-held cell phone while performing their duties. It also allows drivers to use a hand-held cell phone to report an accident, fire, reckless driver or another emergency. “Studies have shown that using a cell phone takes a driver’s attention away from the road, not to mention a hand away from the wheel, which endangers all those around,” Rep. Scott said. “Hands-free devices are easily available, and many cars are equipped with hands-free technology so that drivers don’t have to even touch their cell phone to use it. Of course, we would prefer that drivers wait until they are parked to make phone calls.” According to the National Conference of State Legislatures, six other states, including New Jersey and New York, and Washington, D.C., require drivers to use hands-free devices. Nineteen states and the nation’s capital outright prohibit texting while driving. HS 1 for HB 229 has 20 co-sponsors in the House and will be filed on Feb. 18, the next House pre-file date.
Free tax assistance available through AARP-Tax Aide
AARP-Tax Aide is offering free income tax counseling and preparation through April 15, for senior and low income taxpayers of all ages. AARP-TaxAide volunteers, trained in cooperation with the Internal Revenue Service, will assist with personal tax returns. Call for an appointment at the following locations: Nanticoke Senior Center, 310 Virginia Ave. Seaford, 629-4939 Seaford Public Library, 600 N. Market St. Ext., Seaford, 629-2524 Greenwood Public Library, 41 Schulze Rd., Greenwood, 349-5309 Bridgeville Public Library, 600 S. Cannon St., Bridgeville, 337-7401 Delmar Public Library, 101 North Bi-State Blvd., Delmar, 846-9894 Laurel Senior Center, 113 N. Central Ave., Laurel, 875-2536 Service is also available for homebound individuals. LEGALS - from Page 36
lands of Christian Church of Seaford; thence leaving said East Second Street and running with lands of Christian Church of Seaford, North 21049’ 30” West 120.00 feet to a concrete monument at a point and place of beginning, and being Parcel B on a lot of survey by Gene R. Littleton and Associates in March of 1977, contents therein what they may. BEING the same lands and premises which H. Paul Aguillon by Deed dated September 26, 2007, and recorded in the Office for the Recording of Deeds, in and for Sussex County, Delaware, in Deed Book 3511, Page 192, did grant and convey unto H. Paul Aguillon and Joyce Aguillon, in fee Tax Parcel: 1-32-1.1225.00
Property Address: 222 E. Second St., 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 March 15, 2010. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on March 19, 2010 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 H. PAUL & JOYCE L. AGUILLON and will be sold by Eric D. Swanson, Sheriff 2/4/2tc
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Police Journal Arrested for drug distribution
The Delaware State Police Sussex Drug Unit, Governors Task Force and SORT (Special Operations Response Team) executed a search warrant at 8 a.m. on Friday, Jan. 29, in the 12000 block of Dogwood Drive, Bridgeville. State Police along with Maryland State Police, Wicomico Narcotics Task Force and DEA Salisbury have been conducting a three month investigation into the distribution of illegal drugs throughout Sussex County and Maryland. Delaware State Police executed a search warrant on Jones Dogwood Drive, Bridgeville and recovered approximately 58 grams of cocaine, a digital scale, $540 cash, drug paraphernalia and 1.1 grams of marijuana. Upon entering the residence, State Police took James A. Peterson, 49, of Lewes and Brian E. Walker, 23, into custody. State Police heard running down a hall and located Jamil K. Young, 25, attempting to flush cocaine down a bathroom toilet. All the defendants were arraigned and remanded to Sussex Correctional Center in lieu of being able to post bail. Young, Walker and Peterson were each charged with trafficking in cocaine 50-100 grams, possession with intent to deliver cocaine, manufacturing cocaine, main-
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taining a dwelling for keeping controlled substances, second degree conspiracy and two counts of possession of drug paraphernalia. Young was also charged with tampering physical evidence.
Arrested for embezzlement
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League of Women Voters celebrates 90th anniversary The League of Women Voters of Sussex County will celebrate its 90th birthday at an Anniversary Tea, Sunday, Feb. 14, from 2:30 to 4 p.m., at the Zwaanendael Club in Lewes. The LWV of the U.S., a nonpartisan political organization that works to improve our system of government and impact public policies through citizen education and advocacy, is celebrating the day of its founding on Feb. 14, 1920, and continuing with other celebrations throughout the year to highlight the birth of the League and passage of the 19th Amendment. Many men supported the suffragists in the early days of the fight to pass the 19th Amendment, and men continued to be supportive of the LWV over the years. In 1973, the LWV invited men to join the organization, and their numbers continue to increase amounting to almost 25% of the membership in Sussex County. The LWV of Sussex County has a series of public forums on aspects of land use underway with one focused on land
use and the environment on March 10 and one on Quality of Life and Smart Growth on April 14. In addition, the League holds a monthly “Fun Lunch” at various locations around the county to encourage interaction and lively discussion of local issues among members. The non-partisan LWV never supports or opposes candidates or parties, but the LWV is also political and takes stands on issues. The LWV of Delaware has nine registered lobbyists, all volunteers, who monitor and act on a wide variety of issues in Dover including open government, voting issues, redistricting, equal rights, energy and the environment, health care, housing and justice. John Sykes, a member from Sussex, co-chairs the Action Committee that oversees state advocacy efforts. For more information, visit www.sussexlwv.org, call 302-200-1073 or e-mail sussexlwv@gmail.com. For reservations to the anniversary tea on Sunday, Feb. 14 in Lewes, send a check for $20 to LWVSC, P.O. Box 474, Nassau, DE 19969.
League of Women Voters of Sussex County leaders dress in period costume in preparation for 90th Anniversary Tea on Feb. 14. From left are Valerie Driscoll, treasurer; Susan Mathe, secretary; Carole Somers, Observer Corps chair; and Esther Shelton, president. Suffragettes typically wore white, purple and gold outfits to symbolize their struggle for voting rights. Jonquils were a pro-suffrage symbol.
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Seaford’s David Turner, right, defeated Woodbridge’s James Carter in the 160 pound match last week. Photo by Mike McClure
Five Seaford wrestlers record pins in 54-21 win over Woodbridge Williams, Davis win by fall for Raiders in home meet
By Mike McClure The Woodbridge varsity wrestling team hosted Seaford last Thursday in a battle of neighboring schools. The young Raiders kept it close through the first seven matches, but the Blue Jays won six of the last seven matches to win the dual meet, 54-21. Woodbridge’s Jose Rodriguez (103) started things off with a pin at 1:53. Seaford’s Dominique Ayres (112) outdueled Geovany Ortiz for the 9-2 win and Zak Parks (119) recorded a pin at 1:03 for a 9-6 advantage for the Blue Jays. Seaford’s Cody Rementer (125) added a pin at :56 before Woodbridge’s Anthony Williams and Seaford’s Quasean Deputy squared off in the 130 pound match. Williams took a 6-5 lead into the third period before winning by fall at 4:37 to pull the
Raiders within three (15-12). The Raiders’ Patrick Davis (135) held a 2-0 lead over Tyler Elliott at the end of the first period and went on to record a pin in the second period (2:21) to give his team a brief lead. Seaford won the 140 pound match by forfeit and C.R. Wilkins (145) added a pin at 2:34 for a 27-18 Seaford lead. The Blue Jays’ Ryan Craft (152) won by injury default and Seaford’s David Turner (160) defeated James Carter, 9-3. Seaford’s Ross Clagg won the 171 pound match by forfeit to extend his team’s lead to 42-18. Woodbridge’s Jamare Tazewell (189) held off Justin Ellsworth for the 12-10 win, Seaford’s Deshawn McIvor (215) notched a pin at :56; and Mike Smith (285) ended the meet with a pin at 2:42 to seal Seaford’s 54-21 win.
Woodbridge’s Geovany Ortiz, bottom, looks to escape from the grasp of Seaford’s Dominique Ayres during last week’s dual meet. Ayres went on to win the 112 pound match, 9-2. Photo by Mike McClure
LAY-UP- Woodbridge’s Taylor West, who scored 14 points including two three-point buckets for the Raiders. finishes the fast break against Seaford’s LaShyra Williams duiring last week’s game. See story on page 43. Photo by Lynn Schofer
JUMP SHOT- Woodbridge’s Justin Benson-Reid pulls up for the jump shot in last Tuesday’s 79-75 home win against the Seaford Blue Jays. Photo by Lynn Schofer
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Pictured above is part of the Twister USA gymnastics junior Olympic level five team that placed first in an international meet with over 1,800 gymnasts. Shown (l to r) are: back- Ivy Stearn, Davina Graybill, Kayla Janek, Abbie Baker, Mia Brown; front- Abi Brown.
Twisters gymnastics team competes at international meet
The Twisters gymnastics team competed in an international meet at the convention center in Annapolis at the Christmas on the Chesapeake meet. This meet had 1,800 gymnasts showcased from 68 teams. The Twisters’ level 5 team finished in first place. The Twisters had 24 first place event and all around placements. First place finishers were: Level 4: Nay Yarrah Winder on vault with a 9.05; Olivia Beard, vault- 9.5, floor9.05, beam- 8.9 and all around- 36.45; Piper Connors, vault- 9.325; Rachel Hobbs, bars9.4; Sierra Eisman, Bars- 9.45. Level 5’s were: Abbie Baker, who earned the highest score of the entire meet on floor with an 9.825, vault- 8.7; Cassidy Van Vonno 9.35, all around- 36.85; Ivy Stearn 9.625, beam- 9.6.; Kayla Janek 9.05; TyAnna Handy, vault- 9.025, beam- 9.55, bars- 9.675, all around- 37.4; Level 6: Dana Kim Beam 9.425 and all around- 35.425; Level 7: Mallory Rolleston, bars- 8.85 Level 8: Brooke Wessman Beam 8.55. The Twisters’ level 4 team placed fourth. Contributing to the team were: Alyssa Weldon, Alyvia Ciurca, Amiyah Rounds, Aryan Peters, Becky Maupin, Chelsea Van Vonno, Clarice Pamplona, Erin Lambertson, Jenna Beard, Joey Guard, Maggie Mitchell, Michaela Vinogradov, Nay’Yarrah Winder, Olivia Beard, Piper Connors, Rachel Hobbs, Savannah Jurist, Sierra Eismann, Skyler Mahoney, Sydney Beard, and Victoria Dixon. The Twisters’ level 5 team placed first. Contributing to the team’s championship were: Ashley Tyndall, Abbie Baker, Abi Brown, Cassidy Van Vonno, Davina Graybill, Ivy Stearn, Kayla Janek, Mia Brown, and TyAnna Handy. The Twisters’ level 6 team placed 10th. Contributing to the team’s outstanding finish were: Dana Kim, Mackenzi Wagner, Megan Evans, Sarena Michnick, and Larissa Wiencek. The Twisters’ level 7 and 8 team consists of Emily Timmons, Hailey Brown, Neva Richardson, Hannah Arrington, Jennah Lupiwok, Katherine Pavlos, Mallory Rolleston, Shaina Thompson, Valerie Petsche, Casey Ross, Brooke Wessman The Twisters outstanding team is coached by: Carmella Solito, Fran Fennell, Carrie Baker, Donna Miller, Shannon Tustin and Mark Solito.
LOOKING TO ESCAPE- The Raiders’ Anthony Williams, right, looks to escape the grasp of Seaford’s Quasean Deputy during last week’s 130 pound match. Photo by Mike McClure
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SECOND PLACE- Shown is the Seaford varsity wrestling team following the conclusion of the Parkside Invitational which took place on Dec. 11. Seaford placed second in the Salisbury tournament.
Seaford boys’ swim team remains unbeaten with win over Lake
Male Co-Athlete of the WeekChris Wilkerson- Seaford
Seaford’s Chris Wilkerson placed first in the Henlopen Conference Indoor Track and Field meet with a time of 10:24 in the 3,200 meter run. In doing so, Wilkerson broke a 24 year school record.
Male Co-Athlete of the WeekPatrick Davis- Woodbridge Woodbridge’s Patrick Davis continued his solid season with a win last Thursday in the Raiders’ home match against Seaford. Davis recorded a pin in the 135 pound match.
Honorable mention- Rashawn Church- Seaford; Zach Hearn- Seaford; George Blanchard- Seaford; Tim Fields- Seaford; Greg Seay- Woodbridge; Tim HalterSeaford; Lee Mayer- Seaford; Jose Rodriguez- Woodbridge; Dominique AyresSeaford; Zak Parks- Seaford; Cody Rementer- Seaford; Anthony Williams- Woodbridge; C.R. Wilkins- Seaford; Deshawn McIvor- Seaford; Mike Smith- Seaford; Tyler Belle- Sussex Tech; La’Shyra Williams- Seaford; Maria DeMott- Seaford; Paige Venables- Seaford; Ania Sypek- Seaford; Paige Morris- Sussex Tech
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Thursday, Feb. 11- Girls’ basketball- Seaford at Delmar, 7:15 p.m., Woodbridge at Laurel, 6 p.m., Sussex Tech at Cape Henlopen, 7:15 p.m.; boys’ basketball- Delmar at Seaford, 5:30 p.m., Laurel at Woodbridge, 7:15 p.m., Sussex Tech home vs. Cape Henlopen, 7:15 p.m. Friday, Feb. 12- Wrestling- Seaford home vs. Dover, 7 p.m., Sussex Tech at Lake Forest, 4 p.m., Sussex Tech vs. Delmar at Lake Forest, 8 p.m.; girls’ basketball- Sussex Tech at Laurel, 7:15 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 13- Swimming- Henlopen Conference meet at Lake Forest, 10 a.m.; indoor track and field- state meet at University of Delaware, 1 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 16- Girls’ basketball- Seaford home vs. Polytech, 6 p.m., Delmar at Woodbridge, 6 p.m.; boys’ basketball- Seaford at Polytech, 5:15 p.m., Woodbridge at Delmar, 7:15 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 17- Girls’ basketball- Seaford home vs. Moyer Academy, 4 p.m.
The Seaford varsity boys’ swim team defeated Lake Forest, 103--67, last Tuesday to remain unnbeaten in Henlopen Conference meets. The Blue Jays’ Tim Halter placed first in the 200 IM (2:22.28) and the 100 backstroke (1:06.38), Lee Mayer won the 100 butterfly (57.07), and Jon Schwinn came in first in the 500 freestyle (5:59.77). Seaford’s team of Halter, Dustin Venables, Cory Darden, and Mayer placed first in the 200 medley relay (1:48.92) and the team of Darden, Halter, Venables, and Mayer won the 200 freestyle relay (1:39.71). Seaford’s Adam Crouse, Mayer, Terry Wooters, and Venables also came in first in the 400 freestyle relay (3:43.31).
Seaford girls’ swim team earns 102-67 win over Lake Forest
The Seaford varsity girls’ swim team defeated Lake Forest, 102-67, in a home meet last Tuesday. Maria DeMott won the 200 freestyle, Paige Venables placed first in the 200 individual medley (2:37.39), and Shanice Cannon was first in the 100 freestyle (1:02.60) and 100 backstroke (1:15.07). Seaford’s Ania Sypek also placed first in the 100 butterfly (1:16.83), Alison Schwinn won the 500 freestyle (7:10.75), and Alexandra Smith came in first in the 100 breaststroke (1:25.29). The relay team of DeMott, Venables, Sypek, and Cannon won the 200 medley relay (2:13.62); Smith, Lauran Hare, Erin Wootten, and DeMott placed first in the 200 free relay (2:02.06); and the 400 free relay team of Cannon, Wootten, Sypek, and Venables also finished first for Seaford with a time of 4:26.71. Seaford girls’ swim team defeats Sussex Central, 102-61- The Seaford varsity girls’ swim team defeated Sussex Central, 102-61, in a meet held at the Howard Ennis School last Thursday. Maria DeMott placed first in the 200 freestyle (2:19.33), Lauran Hare came in first in the 50 freestyle (20.95), Ania Sypek finished first in the 100 butterfly (1:17.69), and Paige Venables won the 200 individual medley (2:33.78) and the 100 breaststroke (1:17.70). Seaford’s 200 medley relay team of Sypek, Venables, Shanice Cannon, and DeMott placed first with a time of 2:09.76 and the team of Venables, Sypek, Cannon, and Alex Smith won the 200 free relay (1:52.45).
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JAYS AND RAIDERS- Woodbridge’s Jose Rodriguez, top, looks to roll over Seaford’s Julio Ramirez during last Thursday’s dual meet in Bridgeville. Rodriguez recorded a pin in the 103 pound match for the Raiders. Photo by Mike McClure
Seaford girls’ basketball unable to hang on in loss to Indian River The Seaford varsity girls’ basketball team lost to Indian River, 45-35, last Thursday in Dagsboro. The Blue Jays led, 8-6, after one quarter and took a 23-18 lead into half-time, but the Indians used a 27-12 advantage in the second half to pull out the win. La’Shyra Williams led Seaford with 17 points.
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SEAFORD-WOODBRIDGE WRESTLING- Seaford’s Cody Rementer goes for the pin during his 125 pound match last Thursday in Bridgeville. Rementer went on to win by fall to help the Blue Jays to a road win over Woodbridge. Photo by Mike McClure
Seaford’s Zoe Laws gets between the ball and Jere’ Hudson on a Woodbridge inbound pass last Tuesday afternoon in the varsity girls’ basketball game played in Seaford. Photo by Lynn Schofer
Seaford girls’ basketball team wins home contest over Woodbridge By Lynn Schofer
The Seaford girls’ basketball team met the Woodbridge Raiders on the Blue Jays’ home court last Tuesday. Seaford improved its overall record to 4-10 with a 51-38 win. In the first half, Seaford out-rebounded Woodbridge considerably and with the tenacity of the girls’ repeated drives to the hoop the Blue Jays outscored the Raiders, 21-10. In the second half Woodbridge used a 1-3-1 trap to put some pressure on the Blue Jays. The strategy worked and Seaford coach Tracie Smith took a time out to regroup the girls. After the brief meeting the Lady Jays put the passes together, filled the lanes, and drove to the basket breaking up the defense of the Raiders. “The offense was the most active I have seen all year,” Smith said after the game. “I am extremely pleased with the girls overall effort today.” Smith knew Woodbridge has threepoint range and wanted to put a defense
on the floor able to stop the shots. “If we could get a hand in their face defensively and close out the three-point range I knew we would have a good chance,” said Smith. “Three girls were in double digits today which show the strength of the offense today.” Woodbridge’s leading scorer was Taylor West with 14 points. West netted two three-point shots for Woodbridge and maneuvered her way through the Blue Jay defense to keep the Raiders within striking distance. In the final minutes of the game La’Shyra Williams picked up three quick fouls and Woodbridge closed the gap 3930. However, the Blue Jays’ forwards used the base line and with quick passes pulled ahead, 44-30. Coach Smith said, “I have a shortened bench because Anitra Maddox is out with an injury so I used the 1-3-1 and 2-3 defenses.” The Blue Jays were able to keep their speed and momentum going the full game. “I knew if I pushed with man to man, I would risk tiring the team,” said Smith.
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GOING FOR THE PIN- Woodbridge’s Patrick Davis, top, moves into position for the pin during his 135 pound match last Thursday in Bridgeville. Photo by Mike McClure
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Woodbridge boys’ basketball team defeats Seaford, 79-75, at home By Lynn Schofer
Woodbridge boys’ basketball coach Emilio Perry knew his team could win at home against the 8-5 Seaford Blue Jays. “Seaford had more to lose. They are a great team but all the pressure was on them tonight,” Perry said. The Raiders topped the Blue Jays, 7975, which sent the Blue Jays home with their third straight loss. In the first half both teams played a physical offense which resulted in some early foul trouble for Greg Seay of Woodbridge. Perry said, “Greg is a senior and a leader of the team. He knows how to keep his composure which helped us in the long run.” Seaford outscored Woodbridge, 21-17, in the first quarter and with the physical play Woodbridge had six team fouls. In the second quarter, Woodbridge played zone defense against the Blue Jays. The Raiders closed the lanes and forced the Blue Jays to take shots out of the comfort zone. The tightened defense also kept Seaford off their game. Coach Perry spoke about his strategy, “Seaford is very athletic and I wanted our zone to slow them down which is not comfortable for them.” The score went back and forth most of the quarter but Woodbridge’s Trez’mon Kane-Grant sparked the Raiders’ spirit with his offensive rebound, bucket, and a foul putting the Raiders in the lead at 3936. The Raiders took that same lead into half-time. In the second half of play Woodbridge continued the zone defense and took an eight- point lead with three-point buckets. Javon Kilgoe helped propel his team with his three point range. “Javon is an awesome player,” Perry said. “He gets frustrated when the ball doesn’t fall but he has fantastic range.” With 6:56 to play in the third quarter and his team falling behind 11 points, Seaford coach Art Doakes took a time out.
After Woodbridge netted another threepoint basket, the Blue Jays forced the Raiders to make some mistakes and netted some quick baskets pulling to within seven before the quarter ended. Seaford came out strong in the fourth quarter. Jeff Purnell’s assist to Jason Owens pulled Seaford to within three. At 1:49 senior Vincent Glover breathed life into the Blue Jays when he tied the score at 71-71. With less than one minute to play, Seaford was in a full court press when Jason Owens grabbed the steal and called a quick time out before he stepped out of bounds. Seaford was unable to net the two needed points and turned the ball over to Woodbridge which took a two point lead. With 18 seconds to play Seaford had several opportunities to tie the game but the defense of Woodbridge closed everything tight and the Raiders regained possession at 1.7 to play. Seaford was forced to foul and Woodbridge put the game out of reach, 79-75, on s pair free throws. Woodbridge is 5-10, but is an impressive 3-4 since Perry took the reins seven games into the season. “We are finally getting these guys to work together. If we play as a unit, we can compete with anyone in the conference,” said Perry. The conference is heating up as the teams go into the final weeks of play. Seaford is 8-6, while Lake Forest is 8-8. The two teams will meet at the end of the month in Seaford. Woodbridge has some difficult games ahead including conference leader Polytech (12-2) but Coach Perry said his goal is to finish above .500. Seaford -Jeff Purnell (4, 2-1, 9), RaShawn Church (9, 3-4, 21), Jeff Adkins (3, 2-4, 8), Vincent Glover (7, 2-2, 16), Jason Owens (7, 1-3, 15),Deron Wright (2, 0-0, 4) Woodbridge -Greg Seay (10, 1-1, 21), Javon Kilgoe (6, 0-0, 14), Tyrone Parker (1, 4-4, 6), Leon Davis (3, 4-4, 12), Demond Anderson (6, 2-1, 14), and BensonReid (3, 2-2, 8).
A view from the cheap seats By Mike McClure, Star Sports Editor Laurel’s Sharon Hadder joined Team USA Sport Stacking which includes 45 of the nation’s fastest stackers. She joins Laurel’s Foster Haynes on the team. Hadder, 13, is a seventh grader at Laurel Middle School while Haynes, 11, is a sixth grader. They will represent Laurel and the USA at the World Sport Stacking Championships in Denver, Colo., April 10-11. Team USA member Lawrence Maceren tied Steven Purugganan’s world record in the 3-3-3 (1.8 seconds)at the Mid-Atlantic Sport Stacking Championships, which took place at Laurel Senior High School recently. According to Garrett Lydic, Laurel will send a group of eight stackers to compete in Denver. He thanked the community for its help with the MidAtlantic championships and said that fundraising will be needed to send the group to Colorado. Player of the Week- Seaford grad Angie Owens, a junior forward for the Wesley College girls’ basketball team, was named the Capital Athletic Conference Women’s Basketball Player of the Week after averaging averaging 27 points, 12.5 rebounds and 5.0 blocked shots in a pair of victories last week. Owens knocked down 10-of-14 shots on the way to scoring 23 points and grabbing 13 rebounds against Hood. The next night, she followed up with
TOUGH MATCHThe Raiders’ Jamare Tazewell looks for the pin during his 189 pound match against Seaford’s Justin Ellsworth. Ellsworth gave Tazewell a battle, but the Woodbridge junior came away with a 1210 win. Photo by Mike McClure
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GOING FOR TWO- Keona Hughes, who scored 11 points in the Blue Jays win over Woodbridge last Tuesday, goes to thebasket against Jere Hutson. Seaford won the game 51-38 and will go into the final five games of the season with hopes to gain some ground in the conference. Photo by Lynn Schofer
a career-high 31 points on a 13-for-16 shooting performance, controlling 12 boards and rejecting eight shots against Gwynedd-Mercy, nearly tallying a double-double. It was Wesley’s first 30-point performance in three years and the most blocked shots in a game in more than a decade. For the week, she hit 77 percent from the floor (23-of-30), 60 percent from three-point range (3-for-5) and all five of her free throws. It is the third time this season that Owens has won the award. She was honored in the season’s opening week on November 16 and again on January 11 when she shared the honor with Gallaudet’s Easter Faafiti. Quick hits- Seaford’s Haley Quillen was recently selected as the Mountaire Farms/WBOC student-athlete of the month for February. Once the weather cooperates, Laurel seniors Jenna Cahall and Brooke Evans will sign their letters of intent to play softball and attend school at Delaware Tech-Owens. Sussex Tech head football coach Bill Collick, who guided the Ravens to a home playoff game in the Fall, is retiring as the Ravens’ football coach and dean of students. Collick’s final duty will be as the head coach of the Gold team at the Blue-Gold game at the University of Delaware.
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FOOTBALL AWARDS- Several Sussex Tech football players were recently honored by the Delaware Interscholastic Football Coaches Association. Receiving awards were (l to r): seated- Andrew Hitchens, first team all-state tight end; Desmond Sivels, first team all-state fullback and Offensive Player of the Year; and Joe Casullo, first team all-state offensive guard; standing- Dylan Fox, Outstanding Sportsmanship; and Shane Marvel, second team all-state linebacker.
Raven Roundup- Sussex Tech basketball teams fall to Smyrna The Sussex Tech varsity girls’ basketball team lost to Smyrna, 75-36, last Thursday despite 18 points by Paige Morris. Ashley Jefferson added six points for the Ravens in the loss. Eagles edge Ravens, 53-49- The Sussex Tech varsity boys’ basketball team was edged by Smyrna, 53-49, last Thursday. The Ravens jumped out to a 12-5 lead in the first quarter and held a 25-17 advantage at the half. Smyrna outscored Sussex Tech, 3624, in the second half for the win. Tyler Belle paced the Ravens with 13 points, Josh Strand had 12, Lavaar Showell added eight and Troy DeShields netted seven points.
Sussex Tech’s Courtney Hastings battles a pair of Seaford players for the ball during her team’s home win recently. Photo by Mike McClure
Sussex Tech’s Jeff Schaffer, left, has the leg of Seaford’s David Turner during the 160 pound match duriing a recent match between the two schools. Schaffer went on to record a pin for the Ravens. Photo by Mike McClure
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The Capital Classic is set now for this Friday and Saturday at Dover High School. The fifth year middle school basketball tournament will feature 16 teams, eight boys and eight girls teams. Action tips off on Friday at 4:15 p.m.and will end at about 10 p.m. On Saturday play will commence at 9:00 am and will have four bracket championship games: Brown/PRO P.T. Bracket at 3:00, Texas Roadhouse Bracket at 4:30, Sonic Bracket at 6 and Domino’s Bracket 7:30 p.m. The girls’ A Bracket championship will be on Saturday at 6 while the boy’s championship will follow at 7:30 p.m. On the girls side in the Sonic Bracket, parody looms big as all four teams enter the tournament with 10-1 records. Top seeded Seaford, coached by Diana Robinson, had its only loss come at the hands on Milford on the last day of the season. Second seeded Woodbridge, led by Tyrone Smith, lost to Seaford, 30-29. Smith’s team improved their record significantly from last years 6-6 mark. Postlethwait, headed by first year coach Patricia Casarotto had its only loss come the hands of Smyrna in the first game of the season while Smyrna’s only loss was to Woodbridge, 36-32. Woodbridge will play Postlethwait on Friday night at 4:15 in the AA gym while Seaford will play Smyrna for the first time this season at 7:15 in the A gym. Admission to the Capital Classic is $5 for adults and $3 for students. A concession stand will be available all day. For any additional information please contact Tournament Director Bill Ardito at billardito@msn.com or call 302-241-6845.
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This week in Star sports history
10 YEARS AGO- The Seaford varsity girls’ swim team moved to 9-1 with wins over Cape Henlopen and Kent County. Kim Terry and Jennifer Abrams were double winners for the Blue Jays. FIVE YEARS AGO- The Laurel girls’ basketball team earned its 10th win with a 42-31 victory over Smyrna as Ashley Bennett and Tiana McCrea each scored 11 points. The Seaford boys’ swim team went 6-0 in the conference and 11-0 overall to win the regular season title and also won the Henlopen Conference meet, defeating Milford. Seaford head coach Jackie Morris was named coach of the year and Andrew Halter and Bailey Noel had first place finishes in the conference meet. The Epworth Christian girls’ basketball team improved to 17-3 with four wins. Amanda Hudson, Ashley Hearn, Jessie Robinson, and Rachel Lins led the way for the Lions. ONE YEAR AGO- Sussex Tech’s Wendell Cannon recorded his 100th career win in a meet against Seaford. Laurel kicker Kyle Brown signed a letter of intent to attend Delaware State University. The Seaford boys’ swim team won its third straight Henlopen Conference title, winning the season and meet championships for the third straight year and fifth time since 2004. Lee Mayer and Phillip DeMott came in first in the conference meet for Seaford.
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Hunter Hardesty with his father, Trey, enjoyed the snow in Bridgeville on an allterrain-vehicle
Howard Hardesty struggled with his snowblower to clean the deep snow from his patio in Bridgeville.
The patio of Howard and Kay Sue Hardesty. Marshmallows, anyone? Photos by Kay Sue Hardesty.
A local farmer uses a tractor to help pull a National Guard unit out of a snowcovered ditch.These shots were taken on Sunday near Georgetown and submitted by Councilman Vance Phillips.
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ACORN CLUB CELEBRATES HERITAGE - The GFWC-Acorn Club of Seaford recently met in the Molly Woodruff meeting room at the Seaford Library and Cultural Center. Several members dressed in period costume from different eras that the Club has supported the Library which they began in 1902 with a few books. Surrounding a portrait of former member Molly Woddruff, are from left, Anne Stewart, Beverly Veihman, Ann O’Dea, President Margaret Alexander, Joyce Schaefer, Mariellen Leonhartt, Dian Bush, SaraLee Thomas,Teresa Blades, Norma Lee Temple, Marilee Bradley and Betty Tull.
Daily newspapers all the way from “USA Today” and “Wall Street Journal” to local weeklies such as “Seaford Star” and “Leader and State Register” are on the racks for your reading pleasure. With 110 magazine subscriptions there is almost no frequently read magazine that is not on the shelves. There are professional magazines and special interest magazines. Areas of concentration cover sports, health, handcrafts, recreation, hobbies, nature and much more. Even the large print “Reader’s Digest” is there.These publications are not allowed to be removed from the library, but comfortable seating and excellent lighting make for very pleasant reading on the premises. For more information regarding the availability of newspapers and periodicals in the library, call 629-2524.
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NEw OffICERS - The Seaford Republican Women’s Club recently installed new officers. Shown are: left, Barbara Stetzer, vice president, and right, Gloria Burton, president. Also shown is Ron Sams, chairman, Sussex County Republican Committee, who assisted with the installation and addressed the group with interesting updates in Republicanism. He also explained the operation of the GOP headquarters in Georgetown and how those interested in helping there could apply. For more information call Gloria Burton at 629-3470.
Luedtke retires after 40 years Glenn Luedtke, director of Sussex County Emergency Medical Services, retired on Friday, Jan. 8, from the department he has led for the past 9 years. Luedtke took the reigns of Sussex County EMS on Jan. 8, 2001, and since that time, has guided the organization during a period of tremendous growth and change. For his efforts, the Sussex County Council on Tuesday, Jan. 5, honored Luedtke with a proclamation and plaque for his years of service and dedication to the people of Sussex County. Sussex County EMS Deputy Director Robert Stuart has been named Luedtke’s replacement as acting director. Stuart has served in several roles with the organization since he joined the department as a paramedic student in its inaugural year, 1990. Those roles have included field paramedic, quality and training manager, acting director and, most recently, deputy director. As deputy director, his responsibilities include preparing, implementing, and managing the annual budget, coordinating with other County departments and managing special projects. Stuart, a Millsboro native, has served as member of both the Millsboro Fire
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Opinion Editorial
Vietnam War era veteran’s home is locked in by snow By Lynn R. Parks
Liz Byers-Jiron has a cautionary tale for anyone who is plowing snow. She and her husband, Bill, live near Greenwood and on Tuesday morning, they were stuck at home, prevented from going out by a 5-foot pile of snow on Grace Lane, the private road on which they live. The snow was dumped there by a plow operator who scraped Grace Lane as far as the first driveway on the road. Byers-Jiron’s driveway is the fourth and last on the road, about 1,300 feet from where Grace Lane enters U.S. 13 south of town. “I want to get this story out to make sure that other plow guys aren’t doing what this guy did to us,” ByersJiron said. “They should have more consideration.” Byers-Jiron and her husband have paid $100 a year to an association made up of the four homeowners along Grace Lane. That association is supposed to make sure that the road is plowed after snowstorms. But last year, the road was not plowed and the Jirons were stuck at home for five days after a snow. When Byers-Jiron needed to get out, state Rep. Dave Wilson brought a tractor to her home and plowed the road. This year, they did not pay their association dues. The secretary of the homeowners’ association, who owns the second house on Grace Lane, is there only off and on, Byers-Jiron said. “We are not a real close association and I don’t know how to get a hold of her,” she added. This year, the fact that they are stranded has an extra twist to it. Bill Jiron, 61 and a veteran of the Vietnam War era, has multiple illnesses, including diabetes and kidney failure, and is on oxygen. “It is OK to be stranded,” Byers-Jiron said. “But if an ambulance had to get back in here, I don’t know how it could. This is really a safety issue.” Byers-Jiron said that she called Delaware State Police and was told that because Grace Lane is private, a plow operator “can put the snow wherever he wants.” “There is nothing we can do now but sit back and wait,” said Byers-Jiron. “But this is something that people should be told not to do. Piling snow where it blocks other people’s access is totally disrespectful.”
Take precautions to stay safe Reports are pouring in about roof collapses ryant ichardson as a result of the snow and rain and more ... this threat will resnow that has plummeted the area the past main in place for a conseveral days. siderable time after the To say this area of the country is not snow fall ends. prepared to handle this much snow is an understatement. Emergency personspecific outage. nel have done all they can to keep As part of the restoration effort, up with the demand. Delmarva Power is receiving assisThe summaries that follow are tance from area contract crews. typical of the dozens of reports that As utility crews work hard to have been issued the past few days. restore power, Delmarva Power strongly urges anyone who may see February 8, 2010 5:25 p.m. a downed or damaged power line to As of 5 p.m. Monday, Delmarva report it immediately by calling the Power had restored power to approximately 47,000 customers while company’s outage line. Additionally, for customers without power, continuing to work to restore power Delmarva Power urges them to to 5,800 customers. Most of the unplug or turn off any major appliremaining outages are in Sussex ances since they have the potential County. Delmarva Power urges customers to overload system circuits and cause an unnecessary outage when to call the outage line at 1-800-8988045 for any updates regarding their power is restored.
The following warning was issued concerning roof collapses. Improper operation of doors or windows, deflection of ceiling finishes or exposed beams, roof leaks or sprinkler heads moved from their normal positions all could be signs of roof failure. Barns and other agricultural out-buildings can present a safety hazard. Be especially careful when entering those buildings and make prudent decisions about housing animals in those structures. Contact a structural engineer, building inspector or other qualified individual if you are concerned about the structural integrity of a building. Consider evacuating or moving out of the building if appropriate. Because of the anticipated cold temperatures, this threat will remain in place for a considerable time after the snow fall ends.
“their house looked like they were rich.” The man who hired this lady dumped her in front of our house when it was 30 degrees outside after telling her he had no intention of paying her. When we asked where this person lived, she indicated it was within the area of a few miles from our house. We live on Route 24, near Trap Pond Road. She did not know how to return to this person’s house in the dark, but thought she could find it during the day time hours. This lady did not ask anything of us except for help to get home to Bridgeville. Because we did not know her, and because we did not know which neighborhood she came from, we called the State Police for their help. While waiting for the police to arrive, we asked her if she wanted something to eat. She indicated that she would like something
to eat, but would we object if she took it home for her children? She asked us for nothing, but we were so concerned, we sent food for her and her children. This lady looked at me with so many tears in her eyes and said, “You are so fortunate to come from such a wonderful country.” That is a true statement! There are some people who object to Mexicans being in our country, but no one deserves to be treated like a dog. If the person who treated this woman so terribly is reading this letter, I don’t know how you sleep at night! I hate the thought that someone within a five mile radius of my house would do something like this to someone. May God have mercy upon your soul, as my husband and I feel contempt for you.
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My husband and I were recently entertaining guests for dinner when someone started gently knocking on our front door. My son went to the door, and discovered a lady of Mexican heritage crying hysterically. She was so out of control that it took all five of us to figure out the problem. We discovered this lady had been offered a house cleaning job, and the person was to pay her $100 when the job was completed. She had been unable to find a job, and needed the money as she owed rent, and her youngest child was sick. She worked for two days, and after completing the work for this couple, who had two young children of their own, the man was to drive the lady home to Bridgeville. She did not know the name of the couple who hired her, but she said
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Building valued at more than $600,000 is donated By Lynn R. Parks
Southern Metals, which did contract work for the Invista nylon plant in Seaford and which has gone out of business, has donated its building in the Seaford Industrial Park to Nanticoke Health Services. The building has an appraised value of $630,000. “This was a wonderful and generous donation,” said Nanticoke spokesman Tom Brown. “We were happy to accept it.” Brown said that the 13,500-square foot
building will be rented out to Craig Technologies, which makes precision-ground plastic balls in its facility in the industrial park. The company is renting the building with an option to eventually buy it. Brown did not disclose how much Craig Technologies is paying in rent. Don Hollenbeck, president of Craig Technologies, said that the company is moving a Philadelphia-area machine shop that it recently purchased into the former Southern Metals building. When fully op-
erating, Linus Tooling will employ up to 20 people. Linus Tooling will do machining for Craig Technologies as well as for two affiliated companies. It will also continue to do work for its current customers. During Tuesday night’s Seaford City Council meeting, council members voted to approve Nanticoke’s request for relief from an industrial park covenant that requires a 40-foot setback. Assistant city manager Charles Anderson said that Craig Technologies wants
to put in a larger parking lot than is there now. The parking lot is planned to come to within 20 feet of Park Avenue, 20 feet closer than allowed under the covenant. City manager Dolores Slatcher said that if the Linus Tooling was constructing a new building, it would be required to adhere to the industrial park covenant. “But they are moving into an existing building, and we should grant relief to accommodate the new jobs they will bring,” she said.
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