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NEWS HEADLINES TOWN SAYS NO TO PRIVATE WELLS - Vote by town council comes after state hydrogeologist says that private wells would present little risk to drinking supply. Page 12 SPACE CAMPERS - Students and teachers are back home after a week learning all about space travel. Page 13 NEW BOAT COMING ALONG - Work on the new Woodland Ferry is ahead of schedule. Page 40

DISTRICT CHAMPS - The Laurel Senior League softball team takes a lap around the field after winning the District III title last Saturday in Roxana. Laurel earned a berth in the Senior League World Series with the victory. See story on page 41. Photo by Mike McClure DELMAR LITTLE LEAGUE - A pair of Delmar teams looked to become the first local team to reach the state tournament. Coverage begins on page 41.

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Two loyal customers Horace and Ella Campbell get a warm greeting from owner Linda Wells on the last day of business for the famous landmark Railroad Café. Wells has operated the popular restaurant for almost 27 years and it is a well-known place for Delmar families. Photo by Pat Murphy.

Railroad Cafe, home of the Round Table, muskrat dinners, is closed By Pat Murphy

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An emotional Linda Wells bid her customers good-bye one last time on Friday, July 18, as her popular Delmar restaurant, the Railroad Café, closed its doors. As tears came to her eyes, Wells said, “I have loved every minute of it. I

don’t want to close, but I feel I have to. People in Delmar have been loyal customers and friends.” Wells and her husband, Russell, have owned the meeting place for Delmar sports teams, civic clubs and those who wanted an inexpensive good meal and a lot of friendship for 26 and 1/2 years. For most of those years, they

opened the restaurant at 4 a.m. and closed at 2 p.m., Monday through Wednesday; 4 a.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday, and Friday; 4 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Saturday. Russell, who was known as the “dumpling man,” started to experience poor health about 10 years ago, to the Continued on page four

Residents wonder how improved dam will look By Tony E. Windsor Laurel residents gathered at Monday night’s town council meeting and expressed frustration at a state plan to renovate the Mill Dam along Willow Street. The concerns stemmed not only from issues about the aesthetics of the project, but also what was perceived as

a lack of notice to the general public about the proposal. David Twing and Frank Piorko of the Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC) were on hand to present the plans for the upgrades at the Records Pond Dam. The project is part of the state’s Dam Safety Law, which was

adopted in 2005. At the tine, according to Twing, Delaware and Alabama were the only two states which had not adopted regulations to address safety issues of public dams along waterways. Alabama still has no such regulations. Twing explained that the Record Continued on page five

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Dukes, Jones among trio who will retire By Ronald MacArthur Three veteran Sussex County councilmen, including two representing western Sussex towns, are stepping down. In one of the most surprising moves in recent county government history, the three Democrat incumbents will not seek reelection in November. Council President Finley Jones, Vice President Lynn Rogers and Councilman Dale Dukes, with 44 years of combined county service, held a joint news conference Tuesday, July 22, on the steps of the county administration building in Georgetown prior to the county council meeting to announce their retirements. The announcements bring to an end speculation spinning around the county as the Friday, July 25, election-filing deadline nears. It also places the seats wide open to challengers in the three councilmanic districts. The three incumbents will serve until December 31, when three newcomers will take their seats. Republicans are first out of the blocks with three already filing – two who are unopposed so far. Republican Mike Vincent, who serves on the Seaford City Council and lost to Dukes by fewer than 300 votes in 2004, is the only candidate to file so far in District 1. Early on Tuesday, Republican Robert “Bob” Ricker of Millsboro, former mayor of Georgetown, filed for the District 2 seat. Republican Judson Bennett of Lewes, who lost to Rogers by three votes in 2004, and Democrat Joan Deaver of Lewes have already filed for the District 3 seat. There was speculation that Jones would announce a run for the 35th District seat vacated by retiring Rep. Ben Ewing, R-Bridgeville. Jones put those rumors to rest on Tuesday. Democrat Aaron Chaffinch of Bridgeville, former state police superintendent, and Republican Dave Wilson of Lincoln, county recorder of deeds, have filed for Ewing’s seat. Dukes of Laurel, with 20 years of service, hinted earlier this year that he was thinking about retirement. He said he wanted to be with his family and take more time to spend at his houses in Fenwick Island and Florida. “I’ve had 20 good years and it’s time for somebody else to do this,” he said. He said the county has come a long way in 20 years. He noted that the county budget was $12.8 million with 180 county employees in 1988, compared to a budget of $142 million with 600 employees 20 years later. He said major investment has been made in central sewer over the past 20 years with the

addition of more than 40,000 equivalent dwelling units (EDUs) added and $280 million invested in infrastructure. “All of this and much more has been accomplished without raising property taxes over a period of more than 19 years,” Dukes added. “It is the opinion of each of us that things are much better than when we began our work here at the county.” Jones of Greenwood, who has served on the council for 12 years, spends very little time with his wife, Michelle, of five years who lives in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. He has plans to work and live part time in Canada and part time in Sussex County to be with his two children and three grandchildren. “I feel good and feel sad at the same time,” Jones said. “But I need to get back to some kind of a normal life. It’s better to leave when you are on top.” Jones, like each of the retiring councilmen, thanked members of the county staff for their assistance and dedication. Rogers of Milton, who has also served on the council for 12 years, is helping with his wife’s recovery from a horseback-riding accident. His wife, Linda, received numerous traumatic injuries in May after a fall. “Linda and I have been married for 35 years and she has always been by my side,” Rogers said. “It is now time for me to be there for her.” “They see the writing on the wall. It’s not a good year to be an incumbent. Personal circumstances make the choice easier. Each of their personal circumstances tends to make it a wise choice,” Councilman Vance Phillips said. Republicans seek control There is a strong chance that the council will switch from Democrat control, which it has been under for more than a decade, to a Republican majority. The two remaining members of council are Republicans: George Cole of Ocean View with 22 years of service, and Phillips of Laurel with 10 years of service. Even with the switch, and partisan comments made by members of both parties during discussions of issues, Phillips said council members tend to vote on the issues and not on party lines. “As far as whether it would make a difference to have a Republican or Democrat majority on Sussex Council, in the end, most everyone is focused on their constituency,” Phillips said. “Sussex County government is closer to town government than it is to state or federal government. It’s more about people than it is about party.”

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Devoted restaurant owner kept a list of her customers Continued from page one

point that he could no longer help. Linda, with some faithful helpers, had to go it alone. It was during the dinner meals that customers got the café’s famous chicken and dumplings, meat loaf, oysters and, in season, muskrat. Those and many more specials kept the customers coming back. The restaurant was also famous for its breakfasts and creamed chipped beef was its specialty. One egg, home fries or grits, and toast or biscuits cost $1.85. Wells said that the restaurant was always more than fair with its prices. In the end, the cost of food and delivery fees was also a part of Wells’ decision to close the restaurant. Linda Wells managed the Wynn’s Market on East Sixth Street in Laurel for several years and before that was a waitress at the North Salisbury English Grill. She was also a waitress at the restaurant in Delmar under former owners, before it became the Railroad Café. Some of those former owners were Gary Horseman, Anna LeCompe, Mondel Seamon and Sam Raleigh. Horseman, who owned the eatery for one year, has been coming there for more than 30 years. It was on April 5, 1982, that Wells took over the restaurant. In those early years, Doris Twilley was there with her as a cook. One thing that made the restaurant famous was the Round Table Group. There was a very large group of mostly male customers who gathered around the last table in the back every morning for breakfast. It was from the funny moments at that table that a treasury of stories were born. Customers solved most of the world’s problems at that table — or, depending on who you asked, they started them. “The Colonel” Jim Jenkins, 94, is one of the valued members of the group. He is called the Chairman of the Board. Wells, who never missed a comment made by anyone in the group, put Jenkins “on probation” one time. Wells had a long pole with a mallet on the end of it to keep order. A while back it was a favorite joke of the customers to slip a piece of silverware into someone’s coat pocket. That person usually found the silverware upon arriving at home. Taking it back to Wells was an

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embarrassing matter. Gary Horseman said of the group, “Only the strong survive.” Wells said she would miss the group and their hi-jinx. She was so dedicated to her customers that she kept a list of them and, according to some of the Round Table members, more than 300 of those customers have passed on. When asked about her plans, Wells took a deep breath, paused and gathered her composure. “I am going to stay home for a while and I might find something a couple of days a week,” she said. As the round table members started breaking up on Friday, Olan Matthews got up and looked back at the group, “See you around somewhere — we have got to find a place.” Richard Stoakley, almost in reverence, answered, “There is no place like this place.”

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Cost to make dam safer would be too high, man says Continued from page one

Pond Dam falls under the state’s criteria as a high-level hazard should a major storm deteriorate the dam or cause a failure. He said this means that should the dam fail, there is a significant probability of loss of human life, environmental damage and disruption of lifeline facilities. The DNREC representatives explained that the state uses computer models to ascertain the potential damage to a dam in the event of a major “100-year storm,” which would bring as much as 9 inches of rain over a 24-hour period. Concerns from residents began early in the presentation when resident John Trivitts reacted to the “100-year storm” theory. “You are saying the threat to the dam would come from receiving 9 inches of rain over 24 hours?” he asked. “Not long ago, we got 11 inches of rain in seven hours and the dams still there.” Twing said he understands that there are incidents that do not cause dam failure, even with high level storms, but the state uses statistics that look at potential risks and the impact of a dam failure on the community. “It is an issue of public safety that we are dealing with in this dam upgrade,” he said. “The goal is to keep people safe, even though it means spending a lot of money.” Twing said the upgrade will strengthen the middle of the dam, but will not create

any changes to the spillway. He said trees near the dam will be taken down and will not be replaced. He said tree roots can create deterioration to the foundation of the dam through seepage. He said tree roots can also become entwined in the dam structure and, if blown over during a major storm, can cause the dam to be destroyed when the roots are pulled up from the ground. The state plans to drive steel sheet pilings along the sides of the dam and cover them with concrete. These are expected to tower 4 feet over the level of the dam and will strengthen the dam. The changes are not expected to change the level of the road or make it any wider. Twing said the addition of a pedestrian walkway may, however, make it look as though the road is wider. Trivitts asked why taxpayers should pay for upgrades that are being done because of “something that might happen in a hundred years.” Frank Piorko said the state is working to be “good stewards” of taxpayers’ money by looking out for public safety. He explained that DNREC requested support from the state legislature to provide tools to identify high-hazard dams and prioritize them in terms of risks. The Records Pond Dam was one of the dams at the top of the list. “Data indicates that between 300 and 400 people would be affected by a failure to this dam,” he said.

Residents also expressed concerns about how the upgrades will affect the aesthetics of the Mill Dam area. Norma Jean Fowler said the Mill Dam is a major tourist attraction and “one of the most beautiful views” in Laurel. She said her concerns are that with the steel sheet pilings and concrete toppings the view of the pond will be obscured. Ruth Hickman, concerned about the appearance of the dam, summed up her sentiments and those of others in the group when she said, “You’ve ruined it. You’ve just ruined it all.” Councilman Don Phillips also commented on the “starkness” of a 10-foot steel and concrete wall running along the Mill Dam. “At 4 feet higher than the road this wall will affect the view,” he said. “It would be a stark looking 10-foot wall. I hope there are plans to make it aesthetically pleasing.” Laurel resident Frank Calio suggested that the state have a public hearing and give people living in the area of the Mill Dam an opportunity to look at the dam upgrade plans and have some input. “This way you would not get criticism after you do it,” he said. Town manager Bill Fasano said the plans for the dam upgrade have been at town hall for the public to view. He said members of the community, including real estate agents and housing development representatives, have been in to look at the

plans. “It is not as if this is the first time this has come up,” he said. Randy Radish, owner and developer of the Villas on the Broad Creek condominium development located near the Mill Dam, said he has been to town hall and viewed the dam plans. He said he supports the project. His only concern, is said, is that while driving the 10-foot steel pilings the vibration of the work does not impact the condominiums’ foundations. Radish said that it is possible that the higher walls could help eliminate some of the trash that gets thrown over the Mill Dam. He said the over brush hides much of the garbage, but added that while he was building the Villas, his crews took away more than 30 truck loads of trash that was lying along the banks of the creek. The DNREC representatives said they will be willing to come back to Laurel Town Hall and hold a public hearing to gain input from residents. They said there are other options for the upgrade which have been looked at, including those that would not include the high wall over the roadway. However, they caution that some of these options are more expensive than the $2 million that the current proposal would cost. Mayor John Shwed said the town will schedule a public hearing to be held in the evening and will announce it in the near future.

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New manufacturing plant shows off its stuff Steel joints being made in Laurel mean that companies can use shorter pilings, lowering transportation, handling costs By Frank B. Calio More than 200 people from all over the Delmarva Peninsula, including U.S. Congressman Mike Castle and Republican candidate for governor Bill Lee, came to the open house of EMECA/SPEusa Friday to see a demonstration of the newest technology in using steel joints to join sections of concrete piling. The technology, which results in a more efficient product, was invented in Finland. Another 100 people attended the dedication ceremony held later that evening, which included dinner and speeches by the owners and building contractors and from Petri Koivunen, son of the Finnish inventor. The catered event was held inside the business’s new building on 10th Street. All of this was to celebrate the opening of a manufacturing business in Laurel, a $4.2 million complex that will eventually employ 25 highly skilled employees. The owner, Michael Jahnigen, operates Sun Marine, a pile-driving company he opened in Frankford in 1974. When he opened that company, most pre-stressed, pre-cast concrete piles in the United States were solid and square and came in lengths of more than 60 feet for 10-inch piles and more than 100 feet for the 18-inch piles. Jahnigen figured that the savings associated with the low cost of concrete was lost because of the additional costs required for handling the long piles, including transportation and requirements for heavier cranes and rigs. A savvy businessman with an eye for the bottom line, Jahnigen looked for a better way to speed up driving the pilings and to make the process more profitable. Off to Europe he went, where he found machines built just for pile driving which were more efficient, smaller and required less labor. He also discovered a product that allows drivers to use steel joints to join together with pin-point accuracy concrete piling sections. With that technology, Jahnigen knew shorter manufactured pilings could be produced, which would cut down on shipping costs. He met the inventor of that product, Kari Koivunen of Finland, and purchased the patent for North and South America from Koivunen’s Finland-based company, Emeca Oy. Koivunen, his wife, family members and some of Koivunen’s production team attended Friday’s events. Armed with the patent he needed to build a plant to produce his new product, Jahnigen searched for a location. That search ended at Laurel. Bottom plates for the sections of pilings are made at the Laurel plant and shipped to piling companies all over North and South America. Those companies insert the steel plates made in Laurel at each end of the piling section, making it possible for those sections to be fastened together. Robots, programmed by operations manager Rick McVey, are used in much of the manufacturing process at EMECA/SPEusa. Long lengths of rebar are fed into a machine which cuts the

proper lengths needed for the mechanical joints. The bars are then picked up by a robot and placed in the holes of the plate to be attached to the piling. A second robot takes over and welds the four bars. Brenda Thompson, shop foreman, checks the completed mechanical joint and welds any missed spots. As a result of the new technology, pilings can be made in shorter lengths, as short as 35 feet, with greater savings. The demonstration Friday used 35-foot concrete pilings that were driven in the ground by the European Junttan pile driving rig in 10 minutes, using 1,700 footpounds per blow. The shock of the blow is absorbed by gumwood about 5 inches thick that replaces the 9-inch thick plywood cushion used in the traditional pile driving but not durable under moderate driving conditions. When the piling is around 4 feet above ground, the pile driving crane lifts another piling. That piling is carefully lowered and all eight locking pins (four on each of the two ends) are aligned and connected with the Emeca Mechanical Joint. Then pins are put in through holes in the side and driven in with a sledge hammer. The pile driver (the cost of the small one at the demonstration was $1.260 million) continues to drive the next piling. The process is continued until the necessary length of piling is in the ground. Jahnigen said workers at his plant have connected and driven as many as six concrete pilings, 235 feet deep, using his steel joints. Jahnigen predicts first year sales of the steel joints at $3.5 million with future sales of around $10 million yearly. Jahnigen already has plans to add another building beside his new building next to the railroad at the former site of a soybean plant. There, he will sell and service Junttan pile drivers. The Junttan sales and service building should be ready by 2009; Jahnigen predicts sales of $20 million a year. The cost of the two buildings is estimated at $3 million. Jahnigen also plans to construct a rail spur and ship his products across country by rail, which at this time he says is less expensive than shipping by truck. The rail will service both businesses. A Baltimore native, Jahnigen grew up in his dad’s pile driving company. He learned early about the rigorous labor involved in the trade, often with very little being accomplished at the end of the day. “A good day,” he said, “was driving in eight pilings. Now it’s nothing with the new technology to drive five pilings an hour.” His new building was constructed with the environment in mind. Instead of asphalt, the driveway and parking lot are made of brick pavers joined with sand, minimizing runoff. Floors in the office and reception area are made of bamboo, a renewable resource, and gas-fired radiant heat and energy-saving fluorescent light bulbs are throughout the building.

From left, Republican candidate for governor Bill Lee, plant owner Michael Jahnigen and Congressman Mike Castle watch as a concrete piling is driven into the ground. Jahnigen’s company, EMECA/SPEusa, makes steel joints that can be used to fasten sections of piling together. Photo by Frank Calio

Even the rainwater will be recycled. Jahnigen will install four underground concrete cisterns, each one of which can hold 3,600 gallons of water, at the corners of the building. Accumulated rainwater will be pumped to his irrigation system and used to water the lawn and shrubs. To make sure he has enough water in the event of a draught, he requested permission from the town to install an irrigation well to supplement the cisterns. That request was denied, but he was given the

option to hook up a separate, irrigation, water meter, which he is planning to do. In addition to saving water by using cisterns, Jahnigen said, the company, by using the pavers, eliminated the need for a retention pond that would have been required to accommodate groundwater runoff. That pond would have taken “a lot of land out of use considering the amount of land we have,” he added. Jahnigen says he is happy to be in Laurel. He likes the community and the people have been wonderful, he added.

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Memory of Pearl Harbor attack is still vivid By James Diehl Stationed at Schofield Barracks, on the Hawaiian island of Oahu, during the 1941 attack on Pearl Harbor, Delmar resident Clayton Cugler witnessed firsthand the destruction caused by Imperial Japan’s surprise attack on the United States. Afterwards, all he wanted to do was fight. And that’s what he did – the Japanese never did slow him down. But he was ultimately no match for a tiny little mosquito. “I got bit by a mosquito while we were on Guadalcanal and contracted malaria,” he remembers today, nearly 65 years later. “And it wasn’t very long before I started to perspire and have a fever. I finally got down to where I only weighed 105 pounds.” A soldier through and through, the United States Army was like a home to the nearly lifelong resident of the “town too big for one state.” It was a way of life and a bit of a family tradition – all three of his brothers had also enlisted. “When I went in the Army in 1940, I was making $21 a month and that was like a fortune to me,” he says. “I got my clothes, I got my food and I got my lodging. Besides, there wasn’t anything to do around Delmar. I just got tired of hanging around the house and I knew there was something else in the world to see.” A soldier in the infantry, Cugler saw enough on Dec. 7, 1941, to last a lifetime. It was, as President Franklin D. Roosevelt later described, “a day that will live in infamy.” “It was like black and white the difference in the army after the attack by the Japanese,” Cugler says. “We never knew what was coming and anybody that said they did is crazy as hell, unless they were a part of it. When Pearl Harbor was bombed that day, the whole world changed.” Waking up to a commotion unlike anything he’d ever heard that morning, Cugler had no idea what was happening. Confusion ruled the day, and continued to rule the day until American forces later regrouped and realized the significance of the attack. “We were a good 10 miles from the harbor, but we could hear the bombs as they were hitting,” Cugler remembers. “We thought it was a sham battle like the artillery units used to have; we really didn’t know what was going on at all until someone came in hollering that it was the real damn thing. But we still didn’t know who was attacking us.” During the course of the battle, Japanese fighter planes flew over top of Schofield Barracks and strafed – or attacked with machine gun fire – the facilities. The subsequent destruction of Cugler’s barracks marked the final time he would be under a roof for nearly two years. “They shot the windows out of our barracks to keep us inside while they were doing their dirty work. One bomb went right through the roof of our mess hall and killed a number of men in there,” Cugler recalls. “That’s when the bugler came out and started playing ‘Call to Arms.’ After that, we went to our gun positions, which we had all over the island.”

On the way to his position near Pearl Harbor, Cugler says he’ll never forget coming around the bend at Pearl City, near Honolulu. The destruction was unimaginable, and it was everywhere. “When we went around the city, we looked out and the oil was all over the water and it was on fire. And those poor boys from the Navy, the ones who were on the ships that had been blown up, they were out there in the water fighting the fires and trying to get to shore,” Cugler remembers. “A lot of them died trying. Those Japanese really caught us by surprise. They had us really puzzled and mixed up for awhile.” It was during this time that the realization of what was happening hit the men from Schofield Barracks, including Cugler. The identity of their attackers also became known. “A lieutenant finally came around and told us that we were under attack by the Japanese,” Cugler recalls. “Then we looked up and we could see these Japanese [fighter planes] coming through and, when you saw that rising sun on the wing, you knew what was going on then. We still couldn’t believe it though.” Not long after, he saw it. He didn’t have much time to watch, but the memory remains with him to this day. Nearing his gun position, Cugler looked out and saw the USS Arizona, the famed American battleship, just beginning her descent to the bottom of the harbor, where she still remains today as a memorial to what happened that historic day in 1941. “The Japanese dropped one bomb right down through the smokestack and she was just starting to roll over to settle,” Cugler says. “We only had a few minutes to look at her, but she was going down. All we knew was there was this ship that just two hours before was sitting on battleship row as proud as a peacock. Now she was just rolling over and getting ready to go to the bottom of the harbor.” When the smoke from the Japanese attack had cleared and the American survivors had a chance to catch their collective breath, a sort of disgust came over many of the men, including Cugler. “The thing that bothered a lot of us was the mystery of how it happened, why it happened and why we didn’t recognize it before it did happen,” Cugler says. “We know now how lax our security was. It just bewildered us to think that we had a military service that was supposed to be the best in the world and then we just let [the Japanese] come in and bully us. And they really did. But I guess sometimes it takes something of that nature to wake people up.” Leaving the destruction of Pearl Harbor behind, Cugler and the men of the 27th infantry – also known as the “Wolfhounds” – later began a series of seven island invasions in the south Pacific. Their first stop – the island of Guadalcanal in the Solomon Islands, where Imperial Japanese forces were building an airfield. Fought between Aug. 7, 1942, and Feb. 7, 1943, the Allies ultimate victory at Guadalcanal is commonly called a “turning point” of the war in the Pacific. “We went further south into the Pacific and one night we looked out and saw this

Delmar resident Clayton Cugler was at Schofield Barracks near Pearl Harbor on Dec. 7, 1941, the day Imperial Japan attacked the United States. He went on to participate in seven island invasions in the south Pacific before contracting malaria and being sent home.

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MORNING STAR • JULY 24 - 30, 2008 strip of land. The moon was shining pretty bright and someone asked where we were,” Cugler remembers. “They said that strip of land was Guadalcanal and we were going to invade that in the morning.” According to Cugler, the 27th infantry had more than one objective that first day. Their primary objective was to occupy the island and drive the Japanese forces out. But a more pressing need was to serve as reinforcements for a Marine regiment that had been boxed in. “We came in on our landing craft and we could hear when the bottom hit. Then they hollered, we went over the side, jumped in the water and waded ashore,” Cugler says. “There were about 5,000 Japanese on the island and they had the Marines right back in the river and were shooting at them. So we went right up and circled them and started putting it on them. “There were just more Japanese there than the Marines had figured on – we got there just in time.” The “Wolfhounds” remained on the island until things “got

straightened out,” then moved on to six other islands in the south Pacific. They lost a lot of men along the way – of 172 men that were in the outfit when Cugler joined, he remembers being one of only 17 that remained by the time he contracted malaria and was evacuated. He still has no idea why he was one of the lucky ones. “That’s one of life’s mysteries I guess,” he says. “I had a lot of close calls. When you have someone shooting at you all the time, there’s always going to be close calls. I don’t care where you are.” Fighting through the final six islands while battling the onset of malaria, Cugler eventually had to leave his outfit. With a steady temperature of around 105 degrees, he was sent to a military hospital and eventually back to the States for treatment. “That was, without a doubt, the worst sickness I’ve ever had,” he says today. “Toward the end, when I went to the hospital, they put me in one bed and I would perspire right through to the mattress. Then they would take me

out and put me into another bed and put another mattress on the other one. And so forth. “For a couple of weeks, it was real bad. They gave me a lot of quinine and man if that isn’t strong stuff. Finally, they evacuated me back to the States.” After recovering from the disease, Cugler, always the soldier, was ready to go back to the front lines. But his return to the Pacific never happened. “I told the lieutenant that I was ready to go back and he told me I was going home,” Cugler

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recalls. “He said I had a sickness and I would not be going back to the Pacific as long as I was a soldier. And they never did send me back.” Cugler finished out his military service training recruits at Fort Meade outside of Washington, D.C. He feels good about his contributions to the country, but wishes he could have returned to the Pacific to continue fighting. “I’m just sorry that I couldn’t do more,” he says. “But when I got the fever, I was just out. That’s all there was to it.”

After stints in military hospitals in California and New Jersey and his time training soldiers at Fort Meade, Cugler returned to Delmar and began working for Amoco Oil Co. in Salisbury. He worked for the company for 37 years before he retired. He and his late wife, Anna, had two sons and one daughter.

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County’s share of cost for paramedics increases 10% By Ronald MacArthur Sussex County ended up getting more than it bargained for during the recent General Assembly session. The legislation, passed in the last few hours of the session, could end up costing county taxpayers as much as $1.4 million. After agreeing to a plan to contribute more money than in previous years for open space and dog control to ease state budget woes, the county was hit with a 10 percent increase in the state-county share of the cost of paramedics. According to county officials, the change was not part of the negotiated package they approved. They plan to fight it and get it changed before the next session. In the 2009-2010 budget year, the county’s share of paramedics’ costs will increase from 60 percent to 70 percent, which translates to more than $1.4 million in additional cost to the county. “All three counties were surprised by that. It’s something we had not agreed to,” said County Administrator David Baker. “The good news is that we have a year to adjust to it.” Baker said he was made aware several months ago that legislators were looking for an additional $10 to $15 million from the counties to help with the state budget shortfall. After several meetings with state officials, an agreement was reached – at least that’s what Baker thought - for a small portion to come from Sussex coffers. The agreement was for Sussex

County to readjust its budget by $550,000 to help the state with its budget. Baker said the county agreed to fund $300,000 or 100 percent of the contract for reimbursement for dog control to Kent County SPCA, which administers dog control in Sussex County, and put in an additional $250,000 for open space funding. Those funds would otherwise have been covered by the state. Somewhere along the line, the 10 percent change in paramedics’ funding was made as part of the state grants-in-aid portion of the budget. Baker has no idea when or how that occurred, or at least he’s not commenting on its origin in public. He said county officials were focusing on legislation aimed at changing the way the state distributes real estate transfer tax revenues, and the change in paramedic funding slipped by. Rep. Joe Booth (R-Georgetown) said the change occurred on direction from the administration as a way to ease the state budget crunch. “And it was probably negotiated above the canal,” he said. Booth, who is a member of the Joint Finance Committee, said he was aware of the 10 percent increase in the paramedics’ funding about a month before the budget was approved. “We were told the counties were accepting of the plan we were presented,” Booth said. “Obviously, there was a breakdown in communications. One group believed one thing and one group believed another thing.”

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Hybrid cars could be the answer to the Gasoline Blues So how does this plug-in vehicle work? Unlike conventional hybrids, these vehicles could be charged from a home outlet and then driven for up to 40 miles before the gas engine kicks in, according to popularmechanics.com. The main selling point for these vehicles is that they use technology that is available now. Plug-ins rely primarily on 110-volt home power lines and, occasionally, gasoline from the pump. If this is true, why won’t they be available on the mass market for a few more years? PHEVs run on lithium-ion (li-ion) batteries, similar to those found in cell phones, laptop computers and now power tools. Typically, makers of hybrid cars guarantee their batteries for By Donna Dukes-Huston at least eight years or 80,000 miles, according to popularmechanics.com. Those Will hybrid cars be the answer to conare high standards for li-ion batteries and sumers’ gas woes? Richard Livingston, a car manufacturers want to be able to meet former DuPont mechanical engineer and or beat today’s standards. energy conservation researcher, believes Price is another issue. Manufacturers this wholeheartedly. However, hybrids on will need to be able to mass produce these the market today will not be enough, he vehicles in order to keep the price down. says. Li-ion batteries will also need to be mass Current hybrids, such as the Toyota produced in sizes to accommodate these Prius, feature engines that are smaller and vehicles. That also means that lithium more efficient than those found in tradimining and processing companies will tional cars. The smaller engines use electricity for situations where they need more have to step up production to meet demand. torque. PHEVs also claim to be more environ“The battery is recharged by the engine mentally friendly. To ensure this they must using gasoline,” Livingston said. “The generator attached to the drive train cuts in reduce greenhouse gas emissions and cut U.S. dependence on imported oil, without and bumps up the battery as needed to be creating new sources of pollution in the charged, so there is no additional cost to manufacturing process, according to poputhe owner.” larmechanics.com. In other words, the “electric” aspect According to the 2006 DOE study, does not require that the car owner purswitching to PHEVs would yield an averchase any additional energy. age net reduction in The biggest adgreenhouse gas emisvantage of the cursions of 27 percent rent hybrid is that it ‘I believe the Plug-in Hyper car. yields approximately In California, 50 mpg rather than brid Electric Vehicle is the which has the counthe 25 or 30 mpg a proven savior of our multiple try’s cleanest elecnon-hybrid car of tric-generation syscomparable size ofdilemmas, including gas cost tem, the figure would fers, according to be 40 percent. Livingston. per gallon, balance of payAn even bigger isA more efficient sue involves the nahybrid, the Plug-in ments and environmental tion’s electrical caHybrid Electric Vehipacity. The U.S. eleccle (PHEV), is on the pollution. It is a commercial trical grid is being horizon. Livingston solution in hand.’ strained now. How said that there are will it be able to hanmore than 150 such dle potentially thoucars on U.S. highsands of people plugways now and manuging in their cars facturers expect to be Richard Livingston each day? in full production of Retired DuPont engineer and energy conservation researcher Livingston bethese vehicles believes that electric tween 2010 and companies will have 2012. to offer price incentives for people to “Both GM and Toyota are committed charge their vehicles during off-peak and others are struggling to get in line,” hours. Bob Graham, program manager for Livingston added. Gasoline prices have soared to levels never seen before, as even the inflationadjusted price for a gallon of unleaded topped the 1981 record spike in price that had stood for 26 years, according to CNNMoney.com. That price was $3.18; now the national average is over $4 per gallon. Cost of diesel fuel is even higher. The average American feels this pain every time he pulls up to the pump to fill up his vehicle. While you can’t change the cost, you can take measures to increase your fuel efficiency and to save money on gasoline in the long run. Beginning today, the Seaford and Laurel Star will feature a series of articles providing consumers with information concerning the fuel crisis, including tips for reducing your fuel costs as well as alternative options to explore for saving in the future. This crisis also affects industry, which is why consumers are now paying more than ever for almost every commodity on the market. We will also share how various industries, including trucking, farming and transportation, are being affected by this issue and why their costs are being passed on to the consumer.

electric transportation at the Electric Power Research Institute, agrees. “Make the price right and most people are going to charge at night,” Graham said. “That’s exactly when the grid is underutilized.” Since owners of PHEVs will have to plug in their vehicles to recharge them, the owners will obviously see an increase in their electric bills. The big question remains: Are PHEVs still cheaper to run and maintain? Let’s crunch the numbers. A driver of a regular sedan who travels 12,000 miles per year at an average of 30 miles per gallon will use 400 gallons of fuel per year. At a cost of $4 per gallon, this adds up to $1,600 per year that the average driver would spend on gasoline. Using the average U.S. electricity rate of 9 cents per kilowatt-hour, 30 miles of electric driving will cost 81 cents, according to Calcars.com. So how does this break down?

Tip of the Week On the highway, stay close to the speed limit and keep your speed as constant as traffic allows. Most cars reach optimal gas mileage at about 60 mph. Speeding up increases wind resistance against the car, making the engine work harder and burn more gas. According to the EPA, each five mph over 60 that you drive decreases fuel efficiency by up to seven percent. If a PHEV operates on electric power 85 percent of the time and on gasoline the remaining 15 percent of the time, the driver of that car will spend 27 cents per mile. Using the 12,000 miles per year average, the total electric cost to the owner would be $275. The driver would also have a gasoline cost, at 50 mpg, of only $144. A PHEV would cost consumers $419 per year to run versus $1,600 for a vehicle powered solely by gasoline. While we may not see mass production of PHEVs for a few more years, owners of standard hybrids may be able to convert their vehicle to a PHEV. Current cost for this retrofit averages $5,000. “I believe the PHEV is the proven savior of our multiple dilemmas, including gas cost per gallon, balance of payments and environmental pollution,” Livingston said. “PHEV is a commercial solution in hand.”

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Red Cross recognizes volunteers at luncheon volunteer. Nancy Tartaglione of Lewes received the Community Ambassador Award. Nancy has helped with numerous community health fairs and events. She has helped communicate the mission of the Red Cross, the importance of being prepared and the continued need for local Red Cross volunteers. Deborah Brown of Georgetown received the Health & Safety Award for her dedication in instruction health and safety courses. Lloyd Alexander of Dover received the Disaster Services Award. Lloyd has stepped up to take on a leadership role for the Kent (DE) DAT by gaining financial authority. Lloyd represents our local Red Cross as an Emergency Operations Center representative at drills/exercises where he is prepared to fulfill this role during an event. He also helps other volunteers during these events, helping them gain the experience needed to respond. Lloyd is also an instructor for disaster classes and has taught several courses including NCCC training. Ginny Succarotte of Georgetown was given her 20 year service pin and a special award as a thank you for her great support and flexibility at the Southern Delmarva office. Ann Alexander of Dover was rec-

ognized for her 40 years of service to the Red Cross. Ann is a Health Services instructor and Disaster Services volunteer. She also helps with special events and health fairs. Some volunteers with less than one year of service were awarded the Rookie All Star awards. These “rookie” volunteers in-

clude George Jackson of Wilmington, Dave Kreek of Cambridge, Md., Heather Peterson of Milton, John Sykes of Lewes, Tony Principato of Lewes and Al Weir of Seaford. Certificates of Appreciation awards were announced by Lynda Messick, president and CEO of the Community Bank Delaware and American Red Cross of the Delmarva

Peninsula board member. Local volunteers that received the Certificates of Appreciation for their dedication to our local Red Cross include: Ann Alexander, Dover; Ron and Nancy Auten, Dover; Beth Lush, Milford; Stan Mills, Rehoboth; Boyd Mitchell, Seaford; Connie Mitchell, Seaford; and Karen Potter, Seaford.

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Citing risk of contamination, town says no to private wells ter to support the additional wells. And although there are “no guarantees,” he said private irrigation wells would create little On Monday night, the Laurel Town risk to Laurel’s public water system. Council took action to prohibit the instalPhillips countered that the bulk of prilation of private irrigation wells in the town. After weeks of discussion and some- vate wells would be installed “smack in the middle” of residential gardens. He said times frustration among residents and this means the wells would be in close town officials, the issue of irrigation wells proximity to various fertilizers. was put to rest, but not before one more Venables said that given the large numpresentation about groundwater. Blair Venables, a Delaware Department ber of cornfields in the area which also use fertilizers, having additional smaller priof Natural Resources and Environmental vate irrigation wells “would make little Control hydrogeologist, gave an in-depth difference, in my opinion.” presentation explaining the groundwater Town manager Bill Fasano asked Venconfiguration in and around Laurel. He ables if, by providing private property said that groundwater, which flows in owners in the town with the option of puraquifers below the surface of the Earth, is chasing a second connection to the town’s the source of all fresh water used for water supply for irrigation purposes, the drinking as well as for, industrial, comtown would minimize even that small risk mercial and irrigation purposes in Sussex of contamination. County. The groundwater source which “Would having the option of purchasing supplies drinking water for Laurel is the a second connection which would allow Columbia Aquifer. Laurel has three wells which draw wa- the watering of lawns and washing cars, be less risky to the town’s water resources ter from the Columbia Aquifer. The town government has expressed concern that al- than having hundreds of individual water wells installed around our public wells?” lowing residents to install private water he asked. wells for irrigation would expose Laurel’s Venables said he would agree that this public water supply to the risk of contamiscenario would be “slightly less risky.” He nation. said there is always the possibility that a Venables said the Columbia Aquifer is an “unconfined” aquifer, which means that contamination could occur and tapping into the town’s water supply rather than it does not have layers of clay and silt installing a private above it to provide a well provides “less natural protection Phillips countered that the risk of contaminating from contaminants bulk of private wells would be in- the central water suplike nitrates, which ply.” seep into the ground stalled ‘smack in the middle’ of Fasano also said it from fertilizers. residential gardens. He said this would seem that the Councilman Don means the wells would be in inspection of the Phillips expressed his town’s three wells concern that in the close proximity to various fertilwould be much more next five to 15 years, izers. manageable than exthe town could add Venables said that given the pecting state or local another 1,500 homes, based on the number large number of cornfields in the government agencies to inspect hundreds of of new developments private wells in the that have expressed an area which also use fertilizers, having additional smaller private area. interest in building in “Having only to Laurel. “What hapirrigation wells ‘would make little deal with the public pens should we have difference, in my opinion.’ water wells provides hundreds of residents less chance for errors decide to install priin the monitoring of vate irrigation wells?” the wells,” Fasano said. “You (DNREC) he asked. “It is like sticking 500 straws have limited staff and so do we. But, curinto the ground around our public water rently we only have three wells to monitor system. What is the risk of potential conand that seems more feasible than dealing tamination to the public water supply?” Venables said the aquifer has ample wa- with hundreds.” By Tony E. Windsor

Shwed said his concerns about allowing Frank Calio, a lifelong resident of Lauprivate wells lay with the “sheer potential rel and a former Laurel councilman, has of the numbers,” which he said indicates led the charge against a prohibition of private irrigation wells. He said it should be a up to 2,000 new homes in Laurel and an equal number of potential private wells. private property owners right to install “In looking at the big future picture, I wells for irrigation. believe the right decision which minimizes Calio asked whether having the “hundreds of new homes you are talking about” risk to the environment is to not approve permits for irrigation wells,” he said. will create more of a demand on the Phillips also asked to make a statement town’s water system than its three wells before casting his vote. Phillips said his can handle. concern regarding private water wells was Mayor John Shwed told Calio that if best summed up in the new wells are needed, word “vulnerability.” the town is prepared ‘There were no proposals “We as councilperto drill them to supsons cannot realistiport the demand. brought forward for secondary cally control the con“Then you will be water connections during the taminants which enter putting new holes in our water supply upthe ground,” Calio re- 2009 budget development stream from our wells, sponded. process. Secondary water conbut we can certainly Shwed told Calio nections were recommended by refuse to make the sitthat this would be uation worse by alonly four or five holes the Laurel town manager in relowing contaminants as opposed to the sponse to two requests for irrifrom inside our town hundreds that could limits to descend into come from allowing gation well permits after the our water supply, private wells. budget process was concluded.’ making our vulneraCalio said having bility even worse.” the town drill new Phillips said he aswells for added desumes municipalities mand would be very Mayor John Shwed throughout Delaware expensive. Allowing have looked at the residents to have their same scientific data own private wells and records that Laurel has been reviewing would cost nothing because the property in the past weeks and “ninety percent of owners would pay for the well installathese communities have chosen to forbid tions, he said. Shwed said that the council had provid- wells.” Councilman Chris Calio, son of Frank ed “ample opportunity” for citizens and Calio, appeared before the Delaware Pubpublic officials to discuss the issue of prilic Integrity Commission at the recommenvate wells. He then called for a vote from dation of the town’s attorney, which led to the council regarding whether to prohibit a delay in the vote regarding irrigation the installation of irrigation wells by priwells. vate property owners in lieu of a second It was determined that because Calio’s connection to the town’s water supply. father has filed a permit with the state reBefore the vote, Shwed said that he questing a private well, it would be a wanted to make it clear that the issue of a second water connection was never “a rev- “conflict of interest” for Calio to vote on any issues related to water wells. He thereenue producing” issue for him or any fore recused himself from the voting member of council, but rather an environprocess. mental protection issue. The council voted to prohibit private ir“There were no proposals brought forward for secondary water connections dur- rigation wells in the town. In a separate vote, the council approved ing the 2009 budget development an amendment to the town code which alprocess,” he said. “Secondary water connections were recommended by the Laurel lows residents to obtain a second connection to the town’s water system for irrigatown manager in response to two requests tion purposes, without a wastewater treatfor irrigation well permits after the budget ment charge. process was concluded.”

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Zachary Carey, a fourth grader from North Laurel Elementary School, won the Right Stuff Award from Space Camp in Huntsville, Ala. This award is given to the trainee who best embodies the spirit of the program by stepping up to lead, encouraging others and readily volunteering for any assignment, no matter how difficult or tedious. Many current astronauts have won the award. Carey won the award out of 200 campers.

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The Laurel students were part of the Armstrong team, which received the mission patch award for creating the best mission patch out of all the teams at Space Camp that week. Their patch will be on the Space Camp Web site. From left: Kelsey Stevenson, Nicholas Jones, Billy Voges, Zaidel Sanchez, Ashlan Venables and Zachary Carey.

Students and their teachers attend Space Camp Six students and two teachers recently returned from Space Camp in Huntsville, Ala., which took place July 6-11. Students submitted essays and four finalists received an expenses-paid week to the camp.

The four finalists were Kelsey Stevenson, fifth grade, Laurel Intermediate School; Ashlan Venables, fourth grade, North Laurel Elementary; Nicholas Jones, fourth grade, North Laurel Elementary;

CHARTER MEMBERS - The Laurel Lioness Club honored its remaining charter members at its annual Charter Night banquet. The club has donated more than $275,000 to the Laurel community since its formation in 1976 and has given $32,000 in scholarships to local high school seniors. Charter members are, front, from left: Sara Ellis, Ruth Feeney, Eleanor Paradee and Ruth Hickman. Back: Janet Lee, Charlotte Givens, Betty Ellen James, Billie Jane Wheatley, and Nancy Hitch. Not pictured is Frances Taylor.

and Zaidel Sanchez, fourth grade, North Laurel Elementary. The two alternates, who decided to go and pay their own way, were Billy Voges, fourth grade, North Laurel Elementary;

and Zachary Carey, fourth grade, North Laurel Elementary. State Treasurer Jack Markell and the Sussex County Council provided the funding to send the four finalists to camp.

NEW OFFICERS - The Laurel Lioness Club recently held its 33rd installation of officers for the 2008-2009 term. Front from left: Brenda Rubino, Lioness Tamer; Joan Hart, programs; Elaine Lynch, president; Renee Sullenberger, secretary; Bea Wright, treasurer. Back row: Diane Thompson, projects; Cathy Parker, past president; T.J. Brock, two-year board member; Shirley Scott, one-year board member; Faye Hutchinson, one-year board members; Carole McCrea, Tail Twister. Not pictured is Dot Hickman, projects.

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Modern version of the Three Stooges take to the road The hilarity started before our trip even began. I had taken my car YNN ARKS to the shop for a checkup prior to the start of the 2,500-mile journey The major characters in and had requested that the mechanthis weeklong comedy ics change the windshield wiper blades. were my sister, her 15“They say that your blades are year-old son and me. We fine,” the woman at the front desk left her home in Wilmingreported back from the shop. “You ton last Friday, bound for just need to wash your windSt. Paul, Minn. shield.” In truth, I didn’t think that was particularly funny. Embarrassing, She put her hand up into the air and I, yes, but not funny. But others in my famifor some reason, pushed the button to ly, particularly my brother-in-law and my close the sunroof. And there she was, hand new son-in-law, found it hilarious. stuck between the sunroof panel and the And thus was the tone for the entire trip body of the car. set. Many times during the week, we She screamed, I realized my mistake, laughed until our sides ached — in one and soon her hand, bearing the imprint of particularly memorable incident, I laughed the seal around the sunroof panel but othuntil, well, let’s just say that embarrasserwise unharmed, was released. I laughed ment over a dirty windshield was nothing for miles, doubly hard when I pictured compared to this embarrassment. what the whole incident must have looked The major characters in this weeklong like to anyone traveling behind us. comedy were my sister, her 15-year-old In a replay of our childhood, my sister son and me. We left her home in Wilming- and I shared a bed in the several hotels in ton last Friday, bound for St. Paul, Minn., which we stayed; at my daughter’s apartwhere my daughter and her husband live. ment, we shared a fold-out futon. One Along the way, we were to stop in Chicanight in the futon, I stretched out my leg go for a two-day stay. and bumped up against what I thought was Not too far west of Pittsburgh, my sisthe wooden frame. ter wondered aloud what the outside tem“Is that your foot?” I asked my sister, perature was. So that she could put her wanting to be sure. hand into the atmosphere to see for her“No,” she answered. And then, a few self, I pushed the overhead button that moments later, “Well, whose foot is it?” opens the car sunroof. There was the time that my nephew,

bragging about his ability to memorize details, announced, “I have a mind like a — a — oh, I can’t remember the word.” The time when my sister asked her niece if, in preparing for the upcoming Minnesota winter, she “had her muckmucks ready.” Of course, she meant mukluks. And the time that I wondered why the driver next to me was blowing his horn, until I realized that it in fact was my own car whose horn was blowing. I was involved in unwrapping the paper from a piece of candy and did not know that my palm was pushing against the horn button on the steering wheel. The culmination of the week came when I went into a salon to make an appointment for a much-needed haircut. My sister, who had gone in with me just to see what the place looked like, was there at the front desk when I did not hear the receptionist ask me a question. “Lynn just stood there, her mouth kind of hanging open,” my sister later explained to the rest of the family. The receptionist then tried with a different question. Again, I did not hear her. But this time, my sister felt compelled to step in. “She wants to know if you want to see anyone particular,” she prompted me in her most patient teacher’s voice. Maybe my hair was too long and was covering my ears. Maybe I was swept up in the whole city atmosphere of the place. In any case, my long-awaited answer was followed by yet a third question that I did

not hear. My sister, by this time, had given up on me. She simply turned to the receptionist and replied for me, “She wants a haircut.” No wonder the receptionist spoke to me with great deliberation and an oversized smile when she handed me my appointment card. It was while laughing about this — I might as well say it — that I wet my pants. I tried to be discrete. But I had closed the car sunroof on my sister’s hand, I had blown the car horn several times without realizing it and now, in a performance almost equaling Steve Martin’s in “Dirty Rotten Scoundrels,” I had convinced a perfect stranger that my sister is in fact my keeper. To strive for discretion, in the light of all that, seemed rather ridiculous. So now, I am thinking about where we can go next year. Do we dare drive the nearly 3,000 miles to Portland, Ore., to visit my son and his wife? My windshield is clean, my sister has looked up “muck-mucks” and learned that they don’t actually exist and my nephew, in a flash of inspiration the day after his grand announcement, suddenly remembered “steel trap.” I think we are ready for anything.

Master gardeners classes to include flower arranging, composting The Sussex County Master Gardeners announce their workshop schedule for the last half of 2008. The workshops are being held at the Elbert N. and Ann V. Carvel County Research and Education Center and in the Master Gardeners Demonstration Garden. The workshops are free except where noted. In addition to the presentation style workshops, the Master Gardeners invite the public to work or visit with them in their garden on July 22 and Aug. 19 from 9 to 11 a.m. Visitors are welcome to bring their gloves and favorite hand tools. The Carvel Research and Education Center is located at 16483 County Seat

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• Bulbs in containers - Tuesday, Sept. 9, 10 a.m. For unusual spring color in your bare winter containers, learn to plant layers of bulbs for ongoing distinctive displays. This is a “hands-on” demonstration. • Composting - Tuesday, Sept. 30, 2 p.m. Composting organic material found in and around your home is a great way to recycle nature. Learn “how-to” and then utilize the results to aid in soil conditioning. Classes held in the building • Making stepping stones - Tuesday, Sept. 16, 7 p.m. Learn to create stepping stones that will be jewelry for your garden. • Pests in your home - Wednesday,

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People Farrelly granddaughter is wed Mr. and Mrs. Van Petterson of Twin Falls, Idaho, announce the marriage of their daughter Meghan Shaye to Andrew Logan Pringle, son of Mr. and Mrs. Drew Pringle of Chandler, Ariz. Meghan is the daughter of Ann Farrelly Petterson, formerly of Laurel, and the granddaughter of Bruce and Euneta Farrelly of Laurel. The wedding ceremony took place on the grounds of The Castle at Ashley Manor in Chandler, Ariz., at 4 p.m., on Friday, Feb. 8, 2008. The Rev. Scott Carter officiated and music was performed by a string quartet from the Phoenix Symphony Guild. Dinner and dancing followed the ceremony. The bride wore a full-length strapless gown of ivory silk. The fitted bodice was embellished with pearls, silver-lined beads, crystals and lace. Her finger-tip veil of silk illusion was edged with crystals. The bridal party carried nosegays of orange lilies, yellow freesia, pink stocks and purple lisianthe with the addition of red roses to the bride’s nosegay. The altar flower arrangements included the flowers of the bridal party with the addition of Bells of Ireland in honor of the bride’s grandparents. Matron of honor was Jennifer Tan-chi of New York City. Bridesmaids were Claire Hughes of New York City, Katie VanCitters of Spokane, Wash., and Sally

Gnirk of Chandler, Ariz. Sydney Chase of Agoura Hills, Calif., was the flower girl and carried an ivory silk basket of red rose petals. Best man was John Brost of Amarillo, Texas. Groomsmen were brother of the groom, Tyler Pringle of Chandler, and brother of the bride, Seth Petterson of Denver, Colo. Carson Chase of Agoura Hills, Calif., was the ring bearer and carried an English smocked ivory satin pillow created by the bride’s mother. Ushers were Peter Tan-chi of New York City and Mark Gnirk of Chandler. Alyssa Kate Given, Laurel, was the greeter and attended the guest book. Wedding guests of the bride included relatives from Delaware, Maryland, Tennessee, California, Oregon, Colorado and Idaho. The couple is currently residing in Boise, Idaho. Meghan graduated from Arizona State University with a degree in marketing and from the University of Phoenix with a master of management. She is employed by Wells Fargo Bank as a senior recruiter in the human resources department. Andrew is also a graduate of ASU with a degree in broadcast management. He is employed by Boise State University in information technology. He plans to begin graduate studies for an MBA at Boise State in the fall.

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ladies’ and men’s auxiliary. The yard sale starts at 7 a.m., chicken platters available at 11 a.m. Platter includes chicken, potato salad, corn on the cob and roll for $7. Table rentals are $10 per table. Call 629-3092 to reserve a table.

Seaford Elk Lodge Luau The Seaford Elk Lodge will hold their annual luau on Saturday, Aug. 2, beginning at 6 p.m., with hors d’oeuvres including watermelon boats, dips, chips, spreads and crackers. Dinner is at 7 p.m. with barbeque country style pork spare ribs, fried chicken, ham with pineapple glaze, lima beans/corn and dumplings, macaroni and cheese, candied sweet potatoes, cole slaw, fabulous deserts, rolls and coffee. At 8:30 p.m., there will be a male hula contest with a prize awarded to the winner. Nine o’clock will feature music and a floor show by “Reminiscing” with Nickie & Bruce Conover appearing as Buddy Holly, Patsy Cline, Elvis and many more. Tickets are $17.50 per person and may be purchased at the lodge on Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday evenings from 5 p.m.; from the Fantasy Beauty Salon on High Street, or from Jim Cecil by calling 875-3810.

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District Library is having “Movie Night” on Thursday, Aug. 7, starting at 5:30 p.m. We provide the movie and refreshments; all you need to do is take a seat and enjoy the show. For more information contact Amber Motta at 629-2524. • The Seaford District Library is currently looking for local artists who are interested in having their art displayed at the library for our second annual art show on Sept. 5 and 6, from 12-4 p.m. This is a multi-medium art show so all artists are welcome. For more information, contact Amber Motta at 629-2524. Space is limited so register at the front desk by Aug. 22. • Do you have health concerns? Confusing lab reports? Questions you should ask your doctor? Visit the Seaford District Library the second Wednesday of each month from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Meet with Linda Leonard, Consumer Health Librarian for Sussex County. All reference services are free and confidential. Programs are free and open to the public.

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Farmers and Artisans Market For quite some time now, old-timers and new-comers alike have been asking for a market in the Seaford area. A citizens’ group is making it happen. A steering committee has laid the foundation, with the help of Kelli Steele. Debuting on Saturday mornings in August, from 8:30 a.m. to noon, residents and friends will be able to purchase locally grown and locally hand-crafted items at “Seaford’s Farmers & Artisans Market.” The location will be at the Kiwanis Park on Stein Highway in Seaford. Growers and artisans from the surrounding area are encouraged to contact either Lynne Betts at 629-3949 or Sonja Mehaffey at 245-9494 to sign up for the five Saturday mornings in August.

Church seeks craft vendors Christ Lutheran Church need craft vendors for its Christmas bazaar to be held on Sept. 27, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. - $20 per space. Contact Joan at 628-3601. The church is located at 315 N. Shipley St., Seaford.

SSA welcomes new members The Seaford Swimming Association, located west of Seaford on Craigs Mill Pond Road, is now accepting applications for membership for the 2008 summer season. Children’s swimming lessons are offered throughout the summer along with family activities for both children and adults. A new member discount is in effect. Contact Board president Steve Halter at 628-0554 for further information.

Eastern Shore AFRAM Festival The Eastern Shore AFRAM Festival at Nutter Park in Seaford, will be held Friday and Saturday, Aug. 8 and 9. In addition, this year’s event will include a Pre-AFRAM Festival Basketball Competition and Fish Fry on Thursday, Aug. 7. Nutter Park is located on Collins Avenue next to Chandler Heights Apartments in Seaford. This annual festival celebrates the African-American heritage with entertainment, food, a parade, cultural vendors, contests, fun for kids and adults and information booths. The AFRAM acronym comes from the words AFRican-AMerican. This year’s theme is “Conserving Our Future by Preserving Our Family.” All are welcome to this community uniting event. Register today for pageants, vending booths, parade, basketball challenge, Amateur Night, and entertainment by calling 628-1908. Registration forms are also available on the AFRAM Web site: easternshoreafram.org. For questions or information please contact Eastern Shore AFRAM Festival Executive Director: Councilwoman Pat A. Jones at 302-628-1908 or pj@eastern-

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Breakfast cafe VFW 4961 breakfast cafe, open Monday-Friday, 7-10 a.m., Seaford VFW, Middleford Road, to benefit Veterans Relief Fund.

Preschoolers story time Parents, caregivers and children ages two to five are invited to enjoy stories, songs, poetry, art, science, math, music and fun at the Laurel Public Library’s preschool story time. Story time is held every Tuesday morning at 10:30 a.m. For more information, call the library at 875-3184.

LHS Class of 93 reunion planned Laurel High School’s class of 1993 is scheduled to celebrate their 15th reunion. The reunion will be held on Saturday, Aug. 30, at 2 p.m. It will be held at Trap Pond State Park’s screened pavilion. We are in need of contact information for the following classmates: Gary Anderson, Eric Bailey, Jennifer Belong, Greg Bernal, Shawn Crites, Dangelle Dixon, Allery Elder, Brandy Gilchrist, Michael Greene, Sam Hastings, Gail Hearn, Michelle Hindt, Nick Horsey, Jeff Howard, Patrick Johnson, Robyn Justice, Aaron Kellam, Kenneth LeCates, Martin LeCates, Tracy Matthews, Misty McKinstry, Carlos Mitchell, Christina Morris, Bodny Olivince, Jason Pfeilmeier, Traymane Savage, Karen Short Townsend, Twana Stanley, John Stevens, Sean Vincent, Mark Walsh, Chris Walston, Nikki Webb, Antonio West, Albert Wooters, Jason Young and Ami Zimmerman. If you have contact information for any of these classmates, contact Michelle Rogers Moyer at 875-2563 or mmoyer19956@yahoo.com.

LHS Class of 1988 plans reunion LHS Class of 1988 twenty year class reunion dinner is set for Saturday, Sept. 20, starting at 5 p.m. at the Beach House in Laurel. We are also planning other events around that weekend. We need your help. Contact the committee with your address information at Reunioninfo2008@yahoo.com, call the reunion hotline 302-280-6655, or register on classmates.com to help us connect to everyone.

Basket Bingo fundraiser The annual basket bingo fundraiser for the Laurel Historical Society will be held on Tuesday, Aug 26, at the Laurel Fire Hall. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. and the games start at 7 p.m. The $20 ticket will give players “double” bingo cards and one ticket for the raffle of a large, Longerberger storage

basket. A 2008 Holiday Hostess Basket will also be won by another lucky raffle winner. The traditional 50-50 will also be offered along with free desserts, drinks and snacks. Hot dogs will be available at $1 each. The Laurel Historical Society members donate delicious homemade treats for this event each year, so come hungry for dinner and plan on a fun evening. As in previous years, tickets can be bought at the door, but for advanced ticket reservations call 875-9427 or 875-4217 and leave a message. Profits from the event will be used to maintain the society’s properties and collections. Efforts are now being made to raise funds to repaint the society’s headquarters, The Cook House, which is open for public visits each Sunday from 1-4 p.m. For more information call 875-2820 or email laurelhistoricalsociety@hotmail.com

Miller family reunion The 24th family reunion of Samuel and Elizabeth Miller will be at St. George’s Church hall near Laurel, Saturday, Aug. 9, at noon. Dinner will be served at 12:30 p.m. Each family should bring meat, vegetable, salad or dessert. Phone 302-8462133 for more information.

Fashion show benefit The Fun Friday Fashion Show benefitting the Good Samaritan will be held on Aug. 8, starting at 6 p.m., at The Lighthouse Church, 27225 Kaye Road, Laurel. Members of the Lighthouse - in addition to other members of the community - will model clothing from The Good Samaritan Thrift Store. A free-will donation will be taken, with all of the proceeds going directly to The Good Samaritan - a non-profit organization that helps those in need in Laurel. Refreshments will be served. For more information, phone 8757814.

Texas Hold’em Poker Texas Hold’em Poker at the Laurel Fire Department, 205 West 10th St.; Laurel, on Saturday, Aug. 2, at 7 p.m. Doors open at 6 p.m. Free draft beer - cash bar & refreshments. AUTHENTIC MEXICAN

Entry fee is: $100 (2) $25 Add-ons 1000 in chips plus 500/500 - Starting level 10/20. First place up to $2,000- total prize payouts up to $8,000. Based on player participation. Call Steve Brittingham at 875-3081, to pre-register and for more information. Proceeds benefit the Laurel Fire Department.

Hitchens family reunion The 54th annual Hitchens Family Reunion will be held Sunday Aug. 3, at 1 p.m., at the Trinity United Methodist Church Lee Elliott Memorial Hall, Phillips Hill Road 472, near Laurel. Bring a covered dish to share, fried chicken and rolls will be furnished. The Edmund Hitchens family will be in charge of arrangements.

Historical Society opens The Laurel Historical Society is pleased to announce that their headquarter museum, the Cook House, will be open for visits on Sunday afternoons from 1-4 p.m. during the summer and early fall seasons. While the Cook House has been open for public viewing at times in the past, this will be the first time that regular public hours have been available. There is no charge for admittance during this trial period, but monetary donations from visitors will help insure the continuation of the venture and are encouraged. Located at 502 E. Fourth St., the Cook House is where many of the society’s holdings are stored and displayed. New this season is a representation of a 1930 style, depression era bedroom with a suite of furniture that was purchased and thought to have been originally owned by Lou Elliott. For more information or to volunteer to serve as a host, call 875-2820 or email laurelhistoricalsociety@hotmail.com

Laurel Public Library events • Wednesday, July 30, 2 p.m. - “Buggy about Sign Language” presented by signing storyteller Kathy McMillan. For more information, drop by the Laurel Public Library at 101 East 4th Street, call us at 875-3184, or find us on the web at www.laurel.lib.de.us. You can also email Becky Norton, youth services librarian, at Rebecca.Norton@lib.de.us for more information.

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Adult Summer Reading Club The Greenwood Public Library’s adult summer reading club, “Basking in Books,” continues through Aug. 25. It is open to all 18 years and older or those who have graduated from high school. To participate, please register at the Greenwood Library and start reading or listening to your favorite books. Entry slips are filled out for each book enjoyed; these entry slips enter you in weekly drawings for prizes as well as for a grand prize to be awarded on Aug. 25. For further information, contact the Greenwood Library at 349-5309. The Greenwood Public Library is located at 100 Mill St., just east of the railroad tracks, in Greenwood.

Historical Society’s Museum The Bridgeville Historical Society Museum will be open to the public on the first Sunday of each month from June to October from 1 p.m - 4 p.m. The museum is located at 102 William Street, Bridgeville.

IHOP Family Night every night The Friends of the Bridgeville Library have another delicious fundraiser to promote. All you have to do is enjoy a meal at the Seaford, Dover, Rehoboth, or Salisbury IHOP locations, any day, any meal. Take and fill out the comment card; staple your receipt to the comment card and drop it off at the Bridgeville Library, Bridgeville Town Hall, or the Providence Sales Cottage in Heritage Shores. For more information, call Pat McDonald at 337-7192.

Embroiders’ Guild open house The public is invited to attend an open house sponsored by the Embroiders’ Guild of America, Inc. The open house will be held on Monday, Oct. 13, from 12:30 p.m. at the CHEER Community Center at 20520 Sand Hill Road, Georgetown. Refreshments will be served and there will be demonstrations of various forms of needlework. Those attending will also be able to work on a project to take home and view the needlework on display. The Sussex chapter welcomes new members and meets the second Monday of each month, September through June at 10 a.m. at the CHEER Center. Come and learn, have fun, and share the good companionship with other stitchers. All levels of stitchers are welcome. For information contact Carolyn 302947-1949.

Lewes High School class of 1958 The Lewes High School class of 1958 will hold its 50th year reunion on Oct. 18, 2008 at the Virden center, Pilottown Road, Lewes. A letter of information on the reunion will be mailed in early spring but addresses are needed for the following classmates: Peggy Haire Kreer, Charles Robertson, James Carter, Larry Dennis and Bill Price. If you were a member of the Lewes High School class of 1958, but did not graduate and are interested in attending the reunion, or if you have information for any of the above, call the reunion committee at 645-2387.

Georgetown Public Library events

The 5th annual Trinity Foundation Golf Tournament will be held Sept. 6 at Heritage Shores Golf Club in Bridgeville. The tournament is a charity event to raise money for the Trinity Foundation, a non-profit organization founded in 2005 by the employees of Trinity Transport, Inc. In 2007 the tournament succeeded in raising over $20,000. Special thanks go out to our top sponsors so far for 2008, including Trinity Transport, Inc. and Discover Bank, with more expected to follow.

• The Georgetown Public Library will hold Story Time at 10:30 a.m. every Tuesday morning with Miss Sherri. For more information, call the library at 856-7958. • The Friends of the Georgetown Public Library will hold its monthly book discussion on Wednesday Aug. 13 at 10 am. This month’s discussion will be on “Shattered Dreams” by Irene Spencer. For more information, call the library at 856-7958. • The Georgetown Public Library will hold a Wellness Wednesday in September. (Date to be announced.) For more information, call the library at 856-7958.

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There will be a Community Day Festival sponsored by the Phillis Wheatley Alumni Association on Saturday, July 26, from 12 p.m. until 6 p.m. at Phillis Wheatley Middle School, 48 Church Street, Bridgeville. There will be games, entertainment and activities for all ages. Vendor will be available on site to purchase food and drinks. Please bring your lawn chairs. All are welcome. For more information, call 3445386.

St. Stephen’s United Methodist Church in Delmar is excited to announce our very first annual golf tournament, to be held on Monday, Sept. 8, at the scenic River Marsh Golf Club, located at the Chesapeake Bay Hyatt in Cambridge, Md. Start time is 8:30 a.m., with registration from 7:45 to 8:15 a.m. The cost is $100 per single player or $400 per team. For local businesses, $100 silver sponsor includes a professionally printed 18 x 24 tee sign or $450 gold sponsor will register a foursome of golfers in addition to a

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tee sign. All fees include a buffet lunch with awards ceremony to follow. There will be many great prizes for 1st through 3rd place men’s and women’s teams, as well as great prizes for longest drive and closest the pin. Visit www.ststephensumc.com, or call Jamee Elliott at 302-846-9501, or Tom Jewell at 302-846-2525 for tournament sponsorship or registration information. Registration deadline is Monday, Aug. 25.

Liners and dividers are available upon request. For more information or to order a basket please contact King Lion Mildred Riley at 846-3846 or kragera@verizon.net.

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Texas Holdem The Midway Lions Club will have a fund raising Texas Holdem at 7 p.m., on Aug. 8, at the Indian River Fire House. Call Joe Smith at 302-436-8142 for more information.

Benefit nights The Roadhouse Steak Joint is taking reservations for non-profit organizations benefit nights for the 2008-2009 season. Call 645-8273, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., 18693 Coastal Highway, Rehoboth Beach, www.roadhousesteakjoint.com

Lions Club Longaberger sale The Delmar Lions Club is holding a Longaberger basket sale with all proceeds from the sale going to the local community and the visually impaired. Baskets, with blue and orange trim and Wildcat paws, cost $49 apiece. The price of the lid, with a Delmar and Wildcat logo, is $30.

Trap Pond Partners (a volunteer nonprofit organization) meets the second Wednesday of each month at 7 p.m. at the Bald Cypress Nature Center at Trap Pond State Park, Laurel. We are always looking for new members and ideas to improve our state park. To learn more, visit www.trappondpartners.com.

Delaware Equine Council meets Next meeting of the Delaware Equine Council will be Monday, Aug 18, at 7 p.m. in the Harrington Public Library, Harrington. All those interested in horses are welcome. For more information, contact Stan 684-3966.

Class reunion meeting There will be a class reunion meeting at Bargain Bill’s for the Laurel class of 1978 to organize their 30-year class reunion.Anyone interested in helping, meet on Thursday, July 31, at 6:30 p.m. Any questions call 443-614-0338.

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Democrats to meet

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The 37th democrat district will meet Wednesday, July 31, 6 p.m., at the home of Tom Savage, 30821 Edgewater Drive, Edgewater Acres, Lewes. Meet the candidate for the 37th District, Helen Truitt and Mr. Savage, a candidate for Delaware Insurance Commissioner. Reservations are required (for food count) call Becky Breasure at 856-2173. Call candidate Savage for directions at 644-0563. To get information about being active in the 37th district contact District Chairman Tim Willard at 856-7777, or by email at Dem37District@aol.com

Longaberger collectors will want to step aboard a bus trip to Boyd’s Bear Country in Gettysburg, Pa., for the Boyd’s Bear Country Basket Fest. Join Longaberger, America’s premier maker of handcrafted baskets, pottery and wrought iron at the World’s Most Humongous Teddy Bear Store for a fun-filled event that takes place Aug. 23. The bus will leave from the Seaford Village Shopping Center at 6 a.m. and return at 8 p.m. • A unique opportunity to weave your own Longaberger basket (not included in price of registration). • The Longaberger Factory Store with close to 10,000 square feet of retired and revered Longaberger baskets, pottery and wrought iron products available for purchase. • Longaberger Basket giveaways will take place every hour and much more! $59 per person (includes motor coach transportation, snack filled Longaberger Tote and door prizes). For more information and reservations call Renee Morris at 245-8842 or email at RGMorris93@comcast.net.

Knitting Guild meets All Knitters: The “Sea Purls” Chapter of The Knitting Guild Association meets on the first Wednesday of each month from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at The CHEER Center in Georgetown on the corner of Rt. 9 and Sand Hill Road. For more details: Call Joyce Smirk, secretary, 302-732-6495. Lunch available.

Marine Corps meeting The Marine Corps League meets the first Thursday of each month at 7:30 p.m. at the Log Cabin in Seaford.

Cancer support group The Wellness Community-Delaware is offering a support group for people affected by cancer and their loved ones at the Nanticoke Memorial Hospital in Seaford. The group meets at the Cancer Care Center on the second Monday of the month from 4:30 to 6 p.m. For more information call Kaye or Lori at 645-9150. All programs at The Wellness Community are free of charge for people affected by cancer and their loved ones.

Coast Guard Auxiliary Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla 12-04 meets the second Thursday of each month at Nanticoke Yacht Club in Blades. Call Wayne Hickman at 629-6337 for details.

Bus trip to Nashville Seaford will host a trip to Nashville, Tenn., Nov. 13-17. Cost of $799 per person/double occupancy includes lodging at the Opryland Hotel, performance of Radio City’s “Christmas Spectacular” featuring worldfamous Rockettes, Fantasy in Ice, holiday dinner show featuring Louise Mandrell, most meals, motor-coach transportation and much more. For more information call Frances Horner at 629-4416.

ter and have lunch (included) on board the “Spirit Of Norfolk.” Return to shore and next door you can tour the Nauticus, The National Maritime Center, The Battleship Wisconsin and the Hampton Roads Naval Museum. The cost is $78 and the bus leaves Peebles parking lot in Seaford at 7:30 a.m. Oct. 13-16 – New Hampshire White Mountains for four days. Stay in Laconia, N.H. at the Margate Resort Hotel with seven meals included. Cost: $650 per person, double occupancy. Visit Franconia Notch State Park, Chutter’s Store, Sugar Hill Sampler, Harman’s Cheese & Country Store, Hampton Pewter, and more. Have lunch (included) aboard The Café Lafayette Dinner Train during your to hour ride! Then ride the Lake Winnipesaukee Scenic Railroad before taking a cruise on a 230 foot, ship across Lake Winnipesaukee. You will also have time to shop and browse along Main Street in Wolfeboro village, America’s oldest Summer Resort. Contact Rose Wheaton at 629-7180 for more information about these trips.

Adult Plus+ trips and activities Get out and have some fun this summer by participating in one or more exciting trips and activities offered by the Adult Plus+ Program at Delaware Technical and Community College, Georgetown. Watch “Oklahoma” at Longwood Gardens on July 31 in Kennett Square, Pa.

Bring out your artistic side by participating in art classes. Discover how easy using a digital camera can be in a one-session class on July 29. From July 28 to Nov. 3, learn water exercises to help with symptoms associated with arthritis pain. Beginning July 28, you can take a yoga class to release tension and stress through meditation, breathing, and stretching exercises. Tickets are now available for trips to two National Symphony Orchestra (NSO) Pops shows at the Kennedy Center in September, sponsored by the Adult Plus+ program at Delaware Technical & Community College. On Sept. 18, attend a one-night-only concert event with American folk singer Arlo Guthrie and the NSO Pops as part of the Kennedy Center’s “Arts Across America” celebration. On Sept. 25, enjoy Judy Garland’s captivating and timeless songs performed by Broadway veteran Linda Eder with the NSO Pops led by Principal Pops Conductor Marvin Hamlisch. For complete details on these and other upcoming Adult Plus+ trips, or to register,

Submit Bulletin Board items by noon, Thursday. Send to Morning Star Publications - PO Box 1000, Seaford, DE 19973, email to editor@mspublications. com or drop off at 628 West Stein Hwy., Seaford.

Bus trip to Jamaica, Queens A bus trip to Jamaica, Queens, N.Y., on Saturday, Aug. 16, from Big Lots, Seaford. Bus will leave at 5 a.m. Departure from New York, 5 p.m. Price $50, flat rate. For information contact Sister Paris Twyman, at 410-754-9135.

AARP Chapter #915 trips • Branson, Mo - Sept. 13-20, cost is $875 per person. Call 410-822-2314. • New England/Vermont, NH, Boston and Salem, Oct. 13-19, cost is $1085 double, and $1335 single. Call 410-673-7856. • Myrtle Beach - Nov. 10-13, cost $430 per person. Call 410-754-8588.

Senior Center trips Nanticoke Senior Center’s Nashville and Memphis trip will take place on Sunday, Sept. 14 to Saturday Sept. 20. Cost is $850 double occupancy. Some of the sights you will see are Graceland, Grand Olé Opry, and Memphis Rock ‘n’ Soul Museum. For information call 629-4939. Trip includes motor coach transportation, tip for bus driver, snacks from center and dinner theatre.

Bus trip and cruise Smith Island Cruise on Saturday, Aug. 23, includes: bus transportation, boat ride, and deluxe family-style dinner. The bus will be leaving from Roses parking lot in Denton, Md. Cost is $69 per person. Call ASAP for reservations, 410-822-2314.

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Laurel teen feels the pain of others suffering with cancer Thirteen-year-old Erin Hastings of Laurel has seen a lot of the “C” AT URPHY word, cancer, at a young age. She lost her grandfather, Russell HastThirteen years old and an ings, to the disease, as well as a neighbor, Richard Moore. Now her eighth grader, Erin is so other grandfather, Howard McCrea, much more mature than has it, as well as new neighbor, her age and she has a Toby Foskey. heart full of compassion “From my experiences I have for her family as well as learned a lot about cancer in the last couple of years,” said Erin. for others. Thirteen years old and an eighth grader, Erin is so much more mamom, Susan, made meals and Erin took ture than her age and she has a heart full of compassion for her family as well as for them over to him on a daily basis, before he passed away. others. Acting on this compassion, Erin Erin also did something else that most decided she wanted to do something about young people are not willing to do — she it, to help people with cancer. And she has. spent time with Richard, who lived alone, What she decided to do was donate the filling his days with conversation that money from the sale of her goats to the helped get his mind off his medical probAmerican Cancer Society. Proceeds from lems. the goat sale came to $500 and she plans When her grandfather Howard McCrea, to donate more money after raising and who lives in Florida, visits, Erin enjoys it selling more goats. so much. “He is very entertaining,” she Goat raising does not merely mean a laughed. few minutes of her time, as faithfully, Like Howard, Erin is a New York Yanevery afternoon and before she goes to kee fan. Erin makes it a point to call bed, she checks on them, feeds them and Howard in Florida almost on a daily basis, takes care of their needs. as she worries about him, too, now that he Her dad, Mike, says she has raised 40 is ill. goats and had a name for every one. Erin Toby Foskey and his wife, Jane, live has seen several of her goats die giving next door to the Hastings family. Toby birth, and has had to raise the kid. I am fights cancer daily and there is Erin to vissure this experience has added to her it with them. feelings for life. “She calls us ‘Mr. Tob’ and ‘Miss Erin’s compassion goes much further Jane,’” Jane said. “She is the sweetest litthan this, though. tle girl you will ever meet.” She recalls vividly the day school got Erin shrugs off words of praise. “If canout for the summer, two years ago, the cer has not touched your family, you do same day that her grandfather Russell not think about it,” she said. Apparently passed away. So when neighbor Richard everyone is a member of Erin’s family. Moore learned that he too had cancer, Erin Erin wants to be an author when she was moved to the point that she and her

Delaware estuary will be part of federal climate change study The Delaware Estuary has been selected by the EPA as one of six estuaries to be case studies for local action to protect sensitive coastal ecosystems and economies from the potential effects of climate change. This is the first step in EPA’s new Climate Ready Estuaries effort to build local ability to adapt to climate change. “EPA’s Climate Ready Estuaries work will help coastal communities understand and adapt to climate change,” said Benjamin H. Grumbles, the EPA’s assistant administrator for water. “Our aim is to build capacity for local decision makers and resource managers to help take pro-active, practical steps for bays at risk.” The Partnership for the Delaware Estuary, one of 28 National Estuary Programs, will receive technical and financial assistance to assess and reduce vulnerability to climate change. The partnership will apply analyses and tools to help them make decisions to protect their communities and build knowledge to help other communities adapt to a changing climate. National Estuary Programs and coastal communities with adaptation plans approved by their local stakeholders will be designated

as “Climate Ready Estuaries” by EPA. The Climate Ready Estuaries effort will take the lessons learned from the pilots to provide information and leadership to other coastal communities around the nation. EPA will use the 28 National Estuary Programs, Web-based resources and other means identified through the initial pilots to support local efforts in all of the nation’s coastal communities to adapt to climate change. The Climate Ready Estuaries program is one of more than 40 specific actions to respond to the water-related impacts of climate change that are described in a draft strategy developed by EPA’s national water program. The draft strategy is designed to help water resource managers adapt their programs to a changing climate. For more information on Climate Ready Estuaries, visit the Web site www.epa.gov/owow/estuaries/cre.html For information on the water climate change strategy, visit the Web site www.epa.gov/water/climatechange.

gets older and she writes about her experiences in her journal every night. “I like to put my thoughts and feelings on paper,” said Erin, who is a straight A student at Laurel Middle School. And Jane Foskey told me that neither Erin nor her brother, Marcus, is a stranger to work on the farm. Mom Susan says of her daughter, “Erin has seen first-hand what cancer can do to someone and the families of their loved ones. She just wants to help in the cure.” With all that’s going on in the world this story should give us all something to think about. Laurel has been blessed the last 10 years to have someone take care of the July 4th fireworks show. That person was John Theofiles, to be exact, and few of us realize the time involved with this project. It starts with soliciting the annual donations and ends with an all-day job on the Fourth, to make sure that everything goes safely. This year, for the first time ever, the fireworks show was rained out and had to be held the following night. John told me that it would have really complicated matters if it had rained the next night too. With all this, John says that he enjoys arranging the fireworks show and is going to do it at least one more year. John, your efforts are enjoyed by many. We are one week from the opening of the Sharptown Carnival. sponsored by the

Sharptown Fire Department. This will be the carnival’s 81st year. Carnival organizers have enlarged the oyster fry building, so I hear, but whether that stops the long lines waiting for one of those famous sandwiches only time will tell. Ah, it’s part of the atmosphere that makes the carnival great. Have a great year, Sharptown Fire Department. On Friday, July 18, the usual group gathered at the Railroad Café in Delmar for their early morning breakfast and chatter. That day was different, however, and even though the jokes came, everyone there knew that it was different. Linda Wells had announced that she was closing “Delmar’s meeting place” after 26 and 1/2 years of hard work. I will have more on this next week, but I’ll close with this: Gary Horseman, a man given the gift of much talk, said, “This table we are sitting at should go in the Delmar museum.” I believe it was Jim Jenkins who replied, “Where is this museum?” “I don’t know, but it should go there,” said Gary a second later. Yup, it was a fun place and the keepers of the key, Linda and Russell Wells, saw to it that it was that way. Have a cool week, everyone, and what ever you do, stay away from Uncle Bob Oliphant’s cornfield. Corn is making a comeback!

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Church Bulletins St. John’s multicultural services

Celebrate Recovery

Siempre Verde, a multicultural, bilingual service is being led by Pastor Luis Almandoz on Sunday afternoons at 3 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall at St. John’s United Methodist Church at Pine and Poplar streets, Seaford. Praise music, powerful preaching and a small meal unite this fellowship of persons of both Hispanic and Anglo origins. Alberto Mendez leads worship on the keyboard.

Celebrate Recovery, a step program which claims Jesus Christ as its higher power, is meeting at St. John’s United Methodist Church, Pine and Poplar streets, on Tuesday evenings from 7-9 p.m. This program is open to persons who wish to turn over their hurts, habits, and hang-ups to God such that they may be healed. For more information, call Rev. Constance Hastings, 629-9466, or Robert Spadaccini, 841-1720.

Ladies’ bible study There is a ladies’ bible study, held every Tuesday starting at 10 a.m., at Laurel Baptist Church, Bi-State Boulevard in Laurel. This bible study is a non-denominational study, only God’s word is studied, making us to be more like Christ. Should you have any questions regarding the study, feel free to call Gertrude R. Smith at 875-5300.

The Lighthouse Rising gas prices, wars and rumors of wars, rising food prices, it’s all so frightening. Come join Rebecca Jones as she presents “God’s Deliverance and Provision,” Wednesdays at 7 p.m., at The Lighthouse Church, 27225 Kaye Road, Laurel. Find out how the Bible can show you how to live and face hardships today. Pastor Timothy Jones provides kid’s church for grades K-6, and a nursery is available. Call 875-7814.

Mount Pisgah AME Church benefit On Saturday, July 26, at 4 p.m., Mount Pisgah A.M.E. Church, on Townsend Street, Laurel, will host a Fashion Extravaganza show to benefit the Usher Board. Clothing will be modeled by members of the church, as well as other members of the community. All money from a good-will offering will go to support the ushers of Mt. Pisgah. Tickets are $5 for ages 12 and under and $10 for adults. For more information contact Mrs. Jackie Chasse at 875-6526.

Bethel Charge VBS Bethel Charge will hold their Vacation Bible School Aug. 4 through Aug. 8. at Mt. Zion United Methodist Church located on Seaford Laurel Highway from 911:30 a.m.

The theme this year is God’s Big Back Yard. Bethel charge consists of three churches which are Portsville, Mt. Zion and Sailor’s Bethel. If interested and first time visitor, preregister by calling 875-2713. We are blessed to have National storyteller Michael Forestieri as our guest. If you like, visit him at www.tellitlikeitis.com.

Mary & Martha Tea Room There is a change for the Mary & Martha Tea Room for the month of August, only. Due to Dr. Michaele Russell having a scheduling conflict in August, the Tea Room will convene on the first Wednesday of August, the 6th, from 2-4 p.m., at 102 Maryland Ave., Greenwood. A light lunch will be served, a freewill offering will be taken for the guest speaker, and a time of prayer and ministry will follow. The guest speaker will be Pastor Joyce Mizzelle of Grace-N-Mercy in Greenwood. For more information contact Dr. Michaele Russell at 302-349-4220.

15th annual tent services Everlasting Hope Ministries is pleased to announce the schedule for this year’s 15th annual tent services. The services will be held Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, August 12, 13 and 14; Saturday, Aug. 16; and Sunday, Aug. 17.

All services will be held under the big tent on the grounds of the Booker Street Church of God. Services begin 7 p.m. nightly. There will be two services on Sunday at 11:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. The guest speaker each night will present a message to inspire and challenge attendants not only to resist drugs/alcohol but also to strive for excellence through a personal relationship with Christ. The speakers are as follows: Tuesday, Aug. 12 - Pastor Jesse Abbott from New Dimension Family Worship Center, Salisbury, Md.; Wednesday, Aug. 13 - Bishop Jamie Hazzard from Welcome Full Gospel Holiness Church, Slaughter Neck; Thursday, Aug. 14, Pastor Levin Bailey from Pilgrim’s Ministry of Deliverance, Georgetown; Saturday, Aug. 16, Evangelist Frank Gibbs from Calvary Pentecostal Church, Bishopville, Md.; and Sunday, Aug. 17, morning service (11:30 a.m.), Bishop Marvin Morris, Host Pastor, Booker Street Church of God, Georgetown, and evening service (5 p.m.), Pastor Arlene Taylor, Chosen Generation Ministries, Grasonville, Md. For more information, contact Minister Anthony Neal at 302-854-6692 or call the Booker Street Church of God at 302-8569097.

Community anti-drug rally Annual community anti-drug rally and march will be held Saturday, Aug. 16. The march will begin at 11 a.m. from the grounds of the Booker Street Church

DIRECTORY: Your Guide To Local Houses of Worship TRINITY UNITED METHODIST Trap Pond, CHURCH NearLaurel, Del. 875-7715 Sun. School 9:00 a.m. Worship 10:00 a.m. Pastor Julie A. Lewis

“A caring church, a giving church, a sharing church; showing love, warmth and friendship to all.”

St. John’s United Methodist Church

Pine & Poplar Sts., Seaford 302-629-9466 E-mail: st_johns@verizon.net NURSERY & HANDICAP ACCESSIBLE

SUNDAY WORSHIP 8:30 & 11:15 am Traditional 9:45 Sunday School 10:00 am Hearts Afire (Contemporary) Come as you are… and be transformed in the love of Christ!

Centenary United Methodist Church “Where Caring is Sharing” “NEW SONG!” - Contemporary Celebration, 8:45 a.m. Sunday School, Classes for ALL ages, 9:45 a.m. Traditional Family Worship, 11:00 a.m.

Rev. K. Wayne Grier, Pastor, 875-3983 200 W. Market St., Laurel, Del.

CHURCH OF CHRIST

1010 S. Central Ave., Laurel Ph: 875-7748 Worship Services: Sunday 10 a.m. 6:00 p.m. Bible Study: Sun. 9:00 a.m.; Wed. 7:00 p.m. In The Interest Of New Testament Christianity

CHRIST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 510 S. Central Ave., Laurel, DE Rev. Donna Hinkle, Pastor Church: 875-4233 Sunday Services: 8:30am Praise 9:30am Sunday School,11am Worship

DIAL DAILY DEVOTIONS: 875-4309

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

Youth Group Wednesday 7:00 pm

Worship 10:45 a.m. • Sun. School 9:45 a.m. Wed. Night 7:00 p.m. • Sun. Night 7:00 p.m. Located on Camp Road between the Dual & Alt. 13 For info call: 629-3674 or 875-2915 Sr. Pastor Roland Tice

Christian Church of Seaford Dual 13N., Seaford, DE • 629-6298 Minister: John Herbst SCHEDULE OF SERVICES 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

St. Philip’s Episcopal Church & Old Christ Church

“A Place to Belong”

600 S. Central Ave., Laurel, DE 19956 (302) 875-3644 Rev. Rita B. Nelson, Rector www.dioceseofdelaware.net/churches/stphlps.html Holy Eucharist with Healing and Church School ~ Sunday @ 9:30 am

SUNDAY WEDNESDAY Underground Family Worship (7-12 grade) 6:15 p.m. 10:00 a.m. 7:00 p.m. Sunday School 9:00 a.m. Prayer Team ‘The Table’ God’s Big Back Yard (last Wed. of mo) 7:00 p.m. 9:00 a.m.

94 Walnut St. Laurel, DE 19956

875-7873

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

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

Sun. School 10 a.m. • Worship 9 & 11 a.m. Wed. Night Bible Study 7 p.m. Hymn Sing: Last Sunday Each Month - 7 p.m. www.StPaulsUMCLaurelDE.org

Pastor - Donald Murray - 856-6107

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MORNING STAR • JULY 24 - 30, 2008 of God, located on Booker Street near the Richard Allen School. The purpose of the rally and march is to send a positive message to the entire community, especially to youth, that says yes to life and no to drugs. The march will return to the church grounds, where Fun Day activities will be held from noon until 4 p.m. There will be games, food, dunking booth, moon bounce, train rides, drill teams, creative dance teams and much more. For more information, contact Minister Anthony Neal at 302-854-6692 or call the Booker Street Church of God at 302-8569097.

Gospel music & fellowship Gospel music and fellowship will be held at Millsboro VFW, on Rt. 113, Millsboro on July 26, from 6-9 p.m. Victory Junction hosted by Joe Dawson Music Ministries. There will be special guest singers and speaker will be Pastor Major Bailey. Free admission and refreshments. For more information call 302-9346995.

Vacation Bible School Wesley Church invites the public to God’s Big Backyard. Each evening begins at Backyard Bash with music, a skit, and fun, where kids will be introduced to a Bible story and Life Focus. Other activities include Backyard Bible Club, where kids will explore the Bible story in a variety of interactive ways. Activities connect to the Bible story, Bible memory, and the Life Focus of serving. Beginning on July 28 through Aug. 1, at Wesley United Methodist Church on Atlanta Road, at 6:15 to 8:30 p.m. Dinner will be at 5:30 p.m. for those attending Vacation Bible School. Call 629-3029, 628-1615, or 628-0720 to register your child.

Annual gospel dinner Mark your calendar and plan on joining CHEER at the annual gospel dinner. The event is on Friday, Aug. 8, from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. at the CHEER Community Center located at 20520 Sand Hill Road in Georgetown. Cost per person is $10. A buffet dinner will be served beginning at 4:30 until

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6:30 p.m. The menu includes ham, chicken wings, tuna salad, chicken salad, potato salad, pasta salad, vegetable and fruit trays, dessert, tea & coffee. Entertainment will begin at 6:30 p.m. and groups appearing are Bruce Willey & Gospel Café Band, the Cape Henlopen Gospel Choir, the O’Day Singers, the Lamplighters, the Mt. Enoch Holy Church Voices of Praise, the Jerry Jones Ministry, and others. Contact local CHEER Centers for tickets or call Florence Mason for information or tickets at 302-856-5187.

No Name Band The No Name Band will be at Union United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall, Laws Street, Bridgeville, on Friday, July 25, at 7:30 p.m. For further information, contact Everett Warrington at 337-7198.

SonWorld Adventure Park VBS Mt. Olivet United Methodist Church, in downtown Seaford, welcomes all children to their Vacation Bible School on July 28 through Aug. 1. There will be a light, affordable dinner at 5 p.m. for children and their parents, and then get ready for an adventure from 5:30 to 8 p.m. Cool crafts, yummy snacks, inspiring Bible stories, fun games and music that will help your child learn to choose Jesus! All children ages three through middle school are welcome. Call the church office at 629-4458 to register or come at 5 p.m. on Monday, July 28.

‘Run the Race’ Olympics Central Worship Center of Laurel welcomes you to join us for a Children’s Ministry Weekend - “Run The Race” Olympics. Aug. 1 and 2, at 7 p.m. (registration starts at 6:15 p.m.) and Aug. 3, at 10:30 a.m. followed by an “Old Fashion Family Picnic.” For more information call the church office at 875-7995.

Vacation Bible School Christ Evangelistic Church, located at 9802 Camp Road, Laurel, is holding its Power Lab Vacation Bible School, Aug. 11-15, 6-8:30 p.m. Pre-registration is requested. Call 8752915 to register, or for any questions.

New Release ‘A Box of Memories’ on Sale Tony Windsor

A Box of Memories

Tony Windsor’s brand new CD compilation, “A Box of Memories” is on sale now. This 17-song CD features performances of songs including, “Only Make Believe,” “He Stopped Loving Her Today,” and the gospel classic, “In the Garden.” Get your copy at the Seaford Star office for only $5.00. Call: 302-236-9886

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.

Messiah’s Vineyard Church Located at Tyndall’s Furniture Plaza on Discountland Rd & Rt. 13, Laurel 302-875-4646 PO BOX 60, LAUREL, DE 19956

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

Dr. Carl G Vincent, Senior Minister Pastor Barry B. Dukes, Music Minister Sunday 9:30 am Wednesday 7:00 pm Children’s Church • Nursery

GRACE BAPTIST CHURCH

OUR LADY OF LOURDES CHURCH

SEAFORD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY

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

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

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

www.thelighthouselaurel.org Timothy P. Jones, Pastor Sunday Family Worship - 10:00 a.m. Wednesday Family Ministries - 7:00 p.m.

“Shining His Light”

532 Stein Hwy., Seaford, DE 19973 Redemptorist Fathers • 629-3591

MASSES: SUNDAY: Sat. Eve. - Vigil 5:30 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.

“The Pickle Church” CHRIST THE CORNERSTONE COMMUNITY CHURCH PICKLE MINISTRIES OUTREACH & CORNERSTONE NOTE MUSIC MINISTRY Corner of Bethel Rd. & Alt. 13 • 302-875-8150 Church School -All Ages - 9:15 a.m. Worship Service - 10:00 a.m. Rev. Rick Elzey • Pastor Doris Whaley Wings of Prayer - Tues. 7:00 p.m. Come Join Our Family

VICTORY TABERNACLE CHURCH OF GOD

SUNDAY WORSHIP

11 AM and 6 PM ~ Sunday School 9:45 AM

WEDNESDAY NIGHT Ministry for the whole family 7 PM

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

302-877-0443

The Atlanta Road Alliance Church 22625 Atlanta Rd., Seaford, DE (302) 629-5600 • www.atlantaroadcma.org Rev. Edward J. Laremore, Sr. Pastor David A. Krilov, Associate Pastor

CHRIST LUTHERAN CHURCH

315 N. Shipley St., Seaford, DE 19973 • 302-629-9755 Pastor: Rev. Andrew C. Watkins www.christlutheranseaford.com

Praise Worship 8:30 AM • Sunday School 9:30 AM • Traditional Worship 11 AM

ROCK CHURCH

SUNDAY WEDNESDAY 8:30 Worship 6:45 Pioneer Clubs (age 3 9:45 Sunday School thru grade 6) & Divorce Care® 11:00 Worship/Kids Church 7:00 Prayer Service & Youth 7:00 Evening Service Group (grades 7-12)

30320 Seaford Road, Laurel, Del. Ph: 875-7275 • Pastor Bill Konkel Sunday School: 9 a.m. Worship: 10:30 a.m. & 1st & 3rd Sunday Evening: 5 p.m. Thurs Evening Prayer: 7 p.m.

COKESBURY CHURCH

St. Luke’s Episcopal 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

Laurel Wesleyan Church Rt. 13A, Just North of Laurel Sunday School - 9:30 Worship - 9:00 & 10:45 Sunday Evening Worship Wed. Youth Ministries 6:30 p.m. Thurs. WKID, The Zone Children’s Ministries 6:30 Church 875-5380 • Sr. Pastor Ken Deusa Asst. Pastor: Rev. Rick Green; Youth: Sue Boyce Children’s Pastor: Marilyn Searcey

629-7979 Holy Eucharist: 9:00 a.m. Sunday School & Adult Forum: 10:30 a.m. Thurs. Eve. Service: 6 p.m. Front & King St., Seaford, DE

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

A Gathering Of Faith Come together under Christ’s roof and share together in his love. Attend Church this Sunday

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Obituaries Peter MacVeigh, 74

Peter “Pete” MacVeigh of Laurel died at home on Saturday, July 12, 2008, of a massive heart attack. Pete was born in Wilkes-Barre, Pa. He graduated from Washington High School in Princess Anne, Md. After joining the Army as an Enlisted Reserve, he served two years in Germany, where he attended the NCO Academy in Munich. After returnPeter MacVeigh ing to the United States with his new wife, Harriett, he worked for Safeway Stores, Inc. in Salisbury, Md., Federalsburg, Md., and in Laurel, retiring as a retail manager in 1996. After retirement, he worked part-time at the Hardesty Cigarette Outlet in Seaford. Mr. MacVeigh was a lifetime member of the Federalsburg, VFW and the Laurel American Legion Post #19. He was a member of the Girl Scouts of America. The Chesapeake Bay Council, and the Girl Scouts Alumnae Association. He was a member of the Lions Club, The Jaycees, Local Union #27, The Hatchet Club, the Laurel Alumnae, and the Laurel Senior Center. Peter was a devoted family man, who deeply loved his wife, children and grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Peter and Emily MacVeigh of Pricess Anne, Md. and a sister Judy MacVeigh Perdue. He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Harriett; his son, Jay H. MacVeigh of Laurel; his daughter and son-in-law, Melody and John Carroll of Elburn, Ill., his daughter and son-in-law, Maria and Charles Glenn of Laurel. Two grandchildren, Johnny and Emily Carroll; two sisters, Susan MacVeigh Stewart of Bishopville, Md., and Corey MacVeigh Donaway and her husband, Les, of Catonsville, Md.; many nieces and nephews, and a multitude of friends and acquaintances, also survive him. Mr. MacVeigh was an organ donor, so there was no viewing and at his request, no flowers. Donations in his memory may be made to the Girl Scouts of the Chesapeake Bay, Inc., 501 South College Ave., Newark, DE. 19711; or the charity of your choice. A memorial celebration of his life was held at the Laurel American Legion Home, Post # 19, on Rt. 24 in Laurel, on Saturday, July 19. Arrangements were by the Hannigan, Short, Disharoon Funeral Home, 700 West St., Laurel. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.delmarvaobits.com.

Kenneth H. Moore, 79

Kenneth H. Moore of Bethel passed away Wednesday, July 16, 2008, at his son’s home in Delmar. Born in Delmar, he was a son of Andrew and Julia Hearn Moore, who predeceased him. Kenneth worked for General Baking Company, later called Bond Bread, as a mechanic for 25 years, and also grew chickens for Perdue for 29 years. A true family man, he adored his wife, family

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and his little dog, “Nuke.” He is survived by his wife, Elsie Brown Moore, with whom he would have celebrated their 64th wedding anniversary with on Oct. 7 of this year. He is also survived by two sons, Roger Moore and his wife, Patricia and Jeffrey H. Moore, all of Delmar; two daughters, Connie M. Phoebus and Edna L. Melvin and her husband, William, all of Delmar; two grandKenneth Moore daughters, Sandy L. Thompson and her husband Brian, of Laurel, and Angela N. Moore of Delmar; three grandsons, Kevin R. Moore, Scott Phoebus and Douglas Melvin and his wife Kim, all of Delmar; four great-grandsons, Noah and Will Melvin of Delmar and Brandon and Kile Thompson of Laurel; four brothers, Andrew Moore and his wife Mary of Bethel, Carroll Moore and his wife Mildred of Georgetown, James Moore and his wife Patricia of Florida and Randall Moore of Washington State; and five sisters, Sarah Foxwell of Farmington, formerly of Delmar, Betty Krolicki and her husband Edward of Harrington, Mary Ellen Beauchamp of Greenwood, Joyce Pettit and her husband Milford of Farmington and Elaine Anderson and her husband Gary of Georgetown. Also surviving him are several nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, Annabelle Holston and a brother, Curtis Moore. A funeral service was held Saturday, July 19, at Short Funeral Home, Delmar, where family and friends called prior to the service. Pastor Kevin Wackett officiat-

ed. Interment followed at Springhill Memory Gardens in Hebron. Memorial contributions may be made in his memory to: Delaware Hospice, 100 Patriots Way, Milford, DE 19963. Online condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.shortfh.com.

Delores E. Dixon, 59

Delores E. Dixon of Seaford passed away on July 10, 2008, at Nanticoke Memorial Hospital. She is survived by her daughters: Shirelle Bowling and Michelle Dixon; six grandchildren; one great-grandchild; a brother; sisters and a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral service was Friday at the Bishop Catherine Camper Complex, on Rt. 9 in Laurel. Friends called prior to the service, at the church. Interment was in St. Matthew’s Church Cemetery. Professional services were by Deborah E. Harris-Nock Funeral Services, Greenwood.

Harold Twilley, 77

Harold Twilley of Delmar died Tuesday, July 15, 2008 at Wicomico Nursing Home in Salisbury. He was born Sept. 22, 1930 in Mardela Springs, a son of Stanford F. Twilley and Edna Graham Twilley, who predeceased him. Harold retired after many years as an insurance salesman for United Insurance and worked with his wife as a school bus contractor. He loved his horses and was a long time member of the Laurel Saddle Friends. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Jean Doris Twilley, who passed in 2001, and a sister, Norma Lee Guy. He is survived by five sons, David Twilley of Parsonsburg, Robert Twilley of Delmar, Monty Twilley of Seaford, Randy Twilley of Laurel and Steven Twilley of Delmar; 18 grandchildren and 29 greatgrandchildren. He is also survived by a brother, Frank Twilley of Bridgeville and Annabelle Marvel of Salisbury. A funeral service was held on Friday, July 18, at Short Funeral Home, Delmar, where family and friends called prior to

Union United Methodist Church 2 North Laws St., Bridgeville, DE 19933 Across from Bank 337-7409 Handicap Friendly WORSHIP TIMES:

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the service. Interment followed at St. Stephen’s Cemetery in Delmar. Memorial contributions may be made in his memory to the Alzheimer’s Association, Julie H.C. Bailey Training Center, 100 S. Main St., Suite 211, Smyrna, DE 19977. Online condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.shortfh.com

Richard Allen O’Neal, 35

Richard Allen O’Neal of Laurel, passed from this world on Sunday, July 13, 2008. He was born on June 14, 1973 in Orlando, Fla. He enjoyed trucking, and was a truck driver working for DOS Transportation. He was preceded in death by his mother, Corrine Rash O’Neal. He is survived by his father, Donald O’Neal. He is also survived by his wife, Donna of Laurel; a son, Ryan O’Neal; and a daughter, Georgia O’Neal. He is also survived by two step-children, John and Johanna Ray; as well as many aunts, uncles, cousins, and his maternal grandmother, Phyllis Rash of Laurel. A funeral service was held at the Hannigan, Short, Disharoon Funeral Home, Laurel, on Friday, July 18. A viewing was held at the funeral home on Thursday evening. Interment followed the service on Friday, in Odd Fellows Cemetery in Laurel. The Rev. Steve Booth officiated. Online condolences can be made by visiting www.delmarvaobits.com.

Connie Crockett Hastings, 68

Connie Crockett Hastings of Seaford died Monday, July 14, 2008, in Nanticoke Memorial Hospital. Born in Salisbury, Md., she was a daughter of Eloise Somers and the Rev. Ewell E. Crockett, Sr., who predeceased her. She was a secretary/receptionist for Allen’s Hatchery, Inc. Seaford. She was a member of St, John’s United Methodist Church, Seaford. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by a brother, Ewell E. Crockett, Jr. She is survived by her husband, Richand M. Hastings; a son, Allen J. Hastings and wife

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MORNING STAR • JULY 24 - 30, 2008 Angela of Middletown; a daughter, Kelly H. Degler and husband Jeffrey of Alexandria, Va.; two brothers, Gene and Daniel Crockett of Seaford; two grandchildren, Andrew Jeffrey Degler and Elaine Sophia Hastings. A graveside service was held Friday, July 18, in Odd Fellows Cemetery, Seaford. The Rev. Constance Hastings officiated. Friends called at Watson-Yates Funeral Home, prior to the service and interment on Friday. Contributions in memory of Connie C. Hastings may be made to St. John's United Methodist Church, PO Box 299, Seaford, DE 19973

Demmy G. Casta, 79

Demmy G. Casta of Seaford died on Tuesday, July 15, 2008, at home after a long illness. Mr. Casta had degrees in Dentistry and Chemical Engineering and worked for Maryland Plastics as a chemical engineer for 15 years before retiring. He had also worked as a realtor. He was a Navy veteran of World War II. He resided in Seaford for the last 28 years and was a member of Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church and the Art League. Demmy loved gardening, painting as an artist, but loved his family gatherings the most. He was the son of Frank T. and Marina Piloto Casta. His wife of 30 years, Barbara Nipper Casta, 10 children, Demmy Casta Jr., Dolores Moore, Mark Casta, Frank Casta, Ralph Casta, Adam Casta, Brian Casta, Connie Casta, Karen Pusey, and Melvin Ward, 14 grandchildren, and six greatgrandchildren survive him with his 7th due in November. A sister and brother-in-law, Martha and Larry DeCelle also survive Demmy. Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated on Saturday, July 19, at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church, Seaford. Friends called at the Cranston Funeral Home, on Friday evening from 6 to 8. Burial was private.

Sussex Printing Corporation CEO and founder S. Layton Ayers, 83

S. Layton Ayers of Seaford died on Tuesday, July 15, 2008, at Peninsula Regional Medical Center in Salisbury, Md. Mr. Ayers was the founder and CEO of Sussex Printing Corp., publishers of the Guide in Seaford. Mr. Ayers was the son of Thomas and Margaret Ayers, who predeceased him. A son, Sidney L. Ayers, also preceded him in death. Layton is survived by his wife of 65 years, Elizabeth “Star” Ayers; two sons, Timothy E. Ayers and Mark G. Ayers and his wife Connie; five grandchildren, Amy Higgins and her husband Ed, An Vane and her husband Chris, Tiffney Belcher and her husband Dwight, Margo Takas and her husband Chris and Austin Ayers and wife Holly, and six great-grandchildren. Funeral services and burial were private. The family suggests donations may be made to the Seaford Volunteer Fire Department Ambulance Squad, P O Box 87, Seaford, DE 19973; or the Sussex County Animal Association, P O Box 1210, Seaford, DE 19973. Arrangements were by the Cranston Funeral Home, Seaford.

Richard Leroy West, Sr., 69

Richard Leroy West, Sr. of Seaford passed away on Wednesday, July 16, 2008, at Nanticoke Memorial Hospital in Seaford. He was born Jan. 10, 1939 in Laurel, a son of Percival L. West and Mae V. West, who predeceased him. He was a

graduate of William C. Jason High School and served his country in the United States Army. He retired from E.I. DuPont as a Textile Control Technician after 35 years of service. He was a member of St. John A.M.E. Zion Church at Ross Point where he served in the Senior Choir, was president and member of the Usher Board, a member of the Pride of St. John as class leader, was a member of the male chorus, trustee and board member of the Steward Board and pastors aide. Besides his parents, two sons also preceded him in death, Tywade West and Anthony Lamont West. He is survived by his wife, Rebecca E. Cannon West, Richard West eight children, Richard Leroy West, Jr. and wife Gloria, and Charlotte Ann Robinson and husband Jerome, both of Seaford, Patricia Mae West of Bridgeville, Eric Emmanuel West of Laurel, Roberta Postley and husband Darrell and Linda Jenkins, both of Seaford, Melissa Evans and husband Clydus of Bridgeville, and James Jenkins of Seaford, and a granddaughter whom he raised, Roniece Williams of Norfolk, Va.; 27 grandchildren, 37 great-grandchildren, two brothers, William Lester West and wife Gale and James Roland West, Sr. and wife Maria, both of Seaford; two sisters, Barbara Purnell and husband Edward of Seaford, and Juanita Waller of Georgetown; and a host of nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held on Wednesday, July 23, at the Citadel of Faith near Seaford, with the Rev. Shirley M. Caldwell officiating. Interment followed in St. John A.M.E. Cemetery in Laurel. Friends called at the church on Tuesday evening and on Wednesday prior to the services. There was no repass. Funeral arrangements were handled by Framptom Funeral Home, P.A., Federalsburg, Md. To send letters of condolences, visit www.framptom.com

Mildred Boyce

Mildred “Mimi” Boyce of Laurel passed away on July 19, 2008 at the Mercy Medical Center in Baltimore. She was a daughter of Norman and Mildred Allen, who predeceased her. Mrs. Boyce was a very active member of Centenary United Methodist Church in Laurel, where she was a choir member and a member of the United Methodist Women. She also supported the Good Samaritan Shop in Laurel. For more than 30 years she enjoyed playing bridge with her friends. Many of her friends and family will fondly remember her cooking ability, including her cream cheese brownies, Texas sheet cake and oyster dressing. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her brothers, Norman Allen, Jr. and Earle Allen. She is survived by her beloved husband, Dale Boyce of Laurel; her sons, Blair Boyce and his wife Kelley of Laurel, Ed Suplee and his wife Sheryl of Gettysburg, Pa.; her daughters, Brenda and her husband Bob James of Laurel, Jana and her husband Mike Pugh of Laurel.

Her brothers, Bob Allen and wife Betty of Laurel, Jim Allen and wife Perny of Laurel, Ernie Allen of Laurel, Freddie and Louise Allen of Laurel; her dear sister-inlaw, Bonnie Holland Roth and her husband Jim of Ocean Pines, Md. and a sister, Marilyn Dewitt and her husband Don of Tenn. Also surviving are her grandchildren: Susan Vanderslice and her husband Patrick of Laurel, Stephanie King and her husband David of Laurel, Jason Boyce and his wife Alison of Laurel, Jamin Pugh and his wife Ashley of Laurel, Mark Pugh, Kyle Boyce, Jara Pugh, all of Laurel, Jennifer Rodi of Chicago, Ill. and Melissa Betchel of West Chester, Pa.; great grandchildren: Ethan and Quinton Wilckens, Kanaan King, Brendyn Vanderslice, Cade Vanderslice, Tatum Boyce, Caleb Boyce, Kendal Rodi, Eric Betchel, Brooke Betchel and Lydia Betchel; she also leaves behind many nieces and nephews. A viewing was held at Centenary United Methodist Church, Laurel, on Tuesday. A funeral service was held at the church on Wednesday, where friends and family also called prior to the service. Interment was held privately. The Rev. Kevin English and the Rev. Wayne Grier officiated. Memorial contributions may be made in her memory to Centenary United Methodist Church, 200 W. Market St., Laurel, DE 19956. Arrangements are in the care of the Hannigan, Short, Disharoon Funeral Home, Laurel.. Letters of condolences can be made by visiting www.delmarvaobits.com.

Paul Edward Hudson Sr., 64

Paul Edward Hudson Sr. of Laurel passed away on July 16, 2008, surrounded by his family. The son of the late John Hudson and Nellie Burton, Mr. Hudson is survived by his wife, Linda J.; sons, Timothy and Dwayne; daughter, Veronica Purnell; and stepdaughter, Lorrine Marine. Funeral services are Thursday, at 1 p.m. at St. John’s 2nd Baptist Church, Mt. Joy Road, Millsboro. Friends may call at the church from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. prior to the service. Interment will be private and at the convenience of the family. Professional services by Deborah E. Harris-Nock Funeral Services, Greenwood.

PAGE 25 ago, Tony generously gave back to the community. He volunteered for The Wellness Community of Dover, encouraging fellow cancer patients, and offered testimony to others at his home church, Bethel United Methodist, in Seaford. Tony’s passion was basketball. He volunteer coached boys’ basketball at Seaford Christian Academy and enjoyed watching the boys learn the game. He officiated Adult Basketball Leagues at Dover Air Force Base in Dover, DE. Tony enjoyed spending time with family, landscaping in the yard, fishing, crafts and woodworking. “He often made crafts and jewelry for people as a means of keeping his mind busy while undergoing chemotherapy. Tony said he always wanted to ‘give back to the community.’ Tony was in the process of organizing a bike-a-thon in Kent county to raise funds for cancer patients in need. He visited fellow oncology patients at the local Cancer Centers, offering words of encouragement and hope,” Kim said. “Tony never knew a stranger. He had such a kind, caring spirit, it was easy for Tony to gain friends in a short time period. The bonds he formed here will never be broken.” A private burial was held by his family in Virginia on July 19. “I felt a Celebration of Life Memorial would be perfect for his friends. That’s exactly what Tony would have wished for.” The Memorial will be held Saturday, August 2nd, at 3:00pm at Bethel United Methodist Church, 2381 Neals School Rd, Oak Grove, Seaford, DE. Please RSVP to 302-337- 8836 by July 28.

Seaford Christian Academy basketball coach Anthony Brown

Anthony Brown, of Felton, went home to the Lord on July 14, 2008. He is survived by his wife, Kimberly D. Brown of seven years. He is also survived by two daughters of Vineland, NJ, his loving inlaws, Everett and Eleanor Russell, sisters-in-law Sherri Smith and Dana Ketterman, three nieces and two nephews of Sussex County. Tony and Kim also had two miniature dachshunds, which he loved as if they were human. Anthony Brown “Coach Brown” was loved by many. His smile and friendly personality touched the hearts of numerous friends and family over the past 5 years, since relocating from Virginia. “Tony truly loved Delaware”, says his surviving wife, Kimberly D. Brown of Felton. “He gained a family here.” After his diagnosis of cancer two years

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On the Record Marriage Licenses

The Sussex County Clerk of the Peace George Parish joyfully announces the following couples have obtained marriage licenses: Wayne V. Baker, Clearwater, Fla. to Jessica A. Moran, Bridgeville Dennis William Joynes, Seaford to Marissa Janae George, Seaford Christopher M. Quinn, Seaford to Jennifer Lynn Patchett, Seaford Ramaar Brooks Cannon, Blades to Ashkeia R. Johnson, Blades James E. Pusey, Jr., Laurel to Charity Deanna Kringe, Laurel Charles Frederick Adkins, Jr., Delmar to Kimberly Starr English, Seaford Michael D. Allen, Laurel to Christie Leigh Watson, Laurel John Wesley Jester, Sr., Laurel to LaVerne Faye Ruhl, Millsboro Matthew Jordan Sager, Delmar to Brenna Meixner, Delmar Moses Junior Grubbs, Berlin, Md. to Tracy Dawn Evans, Laurel Royal Torness Richards, Bridgeville to Ilene Annette Garrison, Bridgeville Marlin Ray Wilson, Delmar to Vivian Jean Fooks, Delmar

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01/30/08, Lisa A. Phillips, Trustee of Katelyn, Megan and Jillian Phillips Educational Trust Fund to Abidaig B. Cifuentes, parcel, Town of Bridgeville, Northwest Fork Hundred, $100,000 02/12/08, Dewey W. Boothe to Muhanad Hamad, Parcel Nos. I-II, Little Creek Hundred, $130,000 02/13/08, Helen Mae Willey, Executrix of Franklin Roosevelt Ellingsworth Estate and Helen Mae Willey, and Janet Lynn Adams, n/k/a Janet Lynn Hollaway, and Nelson Victor Jones, Jr., and Tara Elizabeth Jones, Heirs of Franklin Roosevelt Ellingsworth Estate to Sheldon L. and Sylvia J. Swartzentruber, Co-Trustees, Loot Nos. 14-15, Greenwood Meadows, subdivision, Northwest Fork Hundred, $75,000 02/07/08, James A. and Norma L. Yori to Patricia Fulton, parcel, Town of Seaford, Seaford Hundred, $267,900 02/08/08, Thomas W. Warren to Lucky Star Farms, LLC, parcel, Nanticoke Hundred, $509,800 02/08/08, Structural Design and Sales, Inc. to Tracy N. Torbert, Lot No. 70, Delmar Manor, Town of Delmar, subdivision, Little Creek Hundred, $135,000 02/12/08, Bruce M. and Carla E. Rickards to Darci L. Lannom, Lot No. 5, Lands of Kenneth C. Whaley, subdivision, Broad Creek Hundred, $250,000 02/12/08, Davis Farm Limited Partnership to Nentego Properties, LLC, Lot Nos. 1-A-B, John J. Williams Highway, Lands of Davis Farm Limited Partnership, subdivision, Indian River Hundred, $1,800,000 02/14/08, Dewey Street, LLC to Robert D. Sr. and Barbara B. Bigler, Unit No. 1102, The Townes of Laurel Court, Town of Laurel, condos, Little Creek Hundred, $153,900 02/14/08, Humberto G. and Lauren D. Pizarro to Tyler S. Davis, parcel, Northwest Fork Hundred, $147,000 02/15/08, RW and WD Investments, L.L.C. to Calvin and Deborah Davis, Lot No. 9, Section A, Easter Heights, subdivision, Broad Creek Hundred, $202,500 02/15/08, Martha Stewart, Successor Trustee of Sally-Jo R.L. Hommedieu to Paul W. and Lisa M. Johnson, Tract Nos. I-II, Lewes & Rehoboth Hundred, $2,290,000 02/15/08, Sussex Ventures, Inc. to Herman F.

and Barbara A. Stetzer, Lot D, Lands of Sussex Ventures, Inc., subdivision, Seaford Hundred, $64,900 02/19/08, Milford HHMO Center, L.L.C. to LSDM Properties, LLC, parcel, Town of Seaford, Seaford Hundred, $5,375,000 02/19/08, Kevin S. and Nathalie M. Klabe to Elaine G. Dagesse, Trustee, Lot No. 27, Wolfe Pointe, subdivision, Lewes & Rehoboth Hundred, $2,400,000 02/20/08, Barry K. and Joan E. Neal to Angela M. Zebley, Lot No. 63, Section II, Hill-N-Dale, subdivision, Broad Creek Hundred, $250,000 02/20/08, Barry K. and Joan E. Neal to Angela M. Zebley, Lot No. 64, Section II, Hill-N-Dale, subdivision, Broad Creek Hundred, $22,334

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A. Scott and Susan Wile, Nanticoke City, Lot Nos. 136-138, Seaford Hundred, Sunroom/ Addition, $75,000 Greenwood Country Retirement, Inc., W/Rt. No. 16, 2650’, N/Rt. No. 587, Northwest Fork Hundred, Dwelling w/Additions, $98,086 Mary L. Frantz, Rd. No. 66, Ward’s Store, Little Creek Hundred, 2-Story Addition/Deck/Porch, $55,781 Dual Development Corporation, N/Stein Highway, Corner of E/Nylon Boulevard, Seaford Hundred, Interior Remodel, $150,000 David N. Jr. and Teresa R. Robb, NE/Rt. No. 595, Lot No. 2, Nanticoke Hundred, Screen Porch/Sunroom, $13,440 Joseph S. and Arlois I. Price, North Towns End, Lot No. 6, Little Creek Hundred, Dwelling w/Additions, $170,688 07/03/08, DLJ Mortgage Capital, Inc., SE/Rt. No. 17, 483’, SW/Rd. No. 561, Northwest Fork Hundred, Windows/Siding/Doors, $15,000 Norwood S. and Katherine Marvil, Highway from Laurel to Sharptown, Lot Nos. 10-11, Little Creek Hundred, Repair Roof/Siding, $30,000 Charles E. and Cheryl A. Brandt, NW/Rd. No. 594, SW/Rd. No. 591, Nanticoke Hundred, Dwelling w/Additions, $148,768 Mark and Elizabeth T. Batey, Morningside Village, Lot No. 102, Nanticoke Hundred, Dwelling, $93,800 Hector and Claudia Castellanos, Saddlebrook, Lot No. 51, Seaford Hundred, Attached Garage/Family Room, $41,496 Arlie J. and Ann M. Smullen, Laurel to Delmar, Little Creek Hundred, Dwelling, $94,625 07/07/08, Michael E. Smith, Mill run, Lot No. 18, Nanticoke Hundred, Pole Building, $13,500 Randall and Lisa Anderson, SE/Rt. No. 80, 375’, NE/Rt. No. 78, Seaford Hundred, Pole Building, $15,912 David M. and Anne Allen, NE/Rd. No. 46, SE/Front Street, Seaford Hundred, Dwelling w/Additions, $45,015 Raymond E. Jr. and Ruth A. Williams, W/Rt. No. 552, 958’, S/Rt. No. 548, Seaford Hundred, Dwelling w/Additions, $154,085 Robino-Belle Ayre LLC, E/Rt. No. 30, N/Fleetwood Drive, Seaford Hundred, Townhomes/8 Units, $696,000 Christopher T. and Sandra Kirk, S/Rt. No. 480A, 3100’, E/Rt. No. 479, Broad Creek Hundred, Second Floor Recreation Room/Deck, $43,668 Prestige Homes, Inc., Bynum Lane, Lot No. 3, Little Creek Hundred, Dwelling/Deck, $66,415 Mary E. Holland, Katie Walson, Lot Nos. 39-41 and 47, Little Creek Hundred, Dwelling w/Additions, $94,360 Maryland Shore Homes at Country Grove, Country Grove, Lot No. 71, Little Creek Hundred, Dwelling w/Additions, $149,159 Milford Street Associates, Inc., W/Rt. No. 13A, Parcel 1, Seaford Hundred, Building No. 6, $400,000

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Couple renew wedding vows at the Hospice Center

Patrick, Jacqueline, Gabrielle and Robert celebrate Doug and Mara’s renewal of their wedding vows in one of the patient/family suites of the Delaware Hospice Center in Milford. (Not pictured in the photo are children Alexander and Paige.)

Doug Shiflet’s father, Bob, Doug, Mara, and Doug’s mother, Dolores, celebrate the renewal of their wedding vows at an emotional ceremony at the Delaware Hospice Center.

ing to witness Doug’s strength and his declaration of love for his family. I am truly the luckiest woman on this earth.” Carol Robinson, Compliance and Education Specialist for Delaware Hospice, said, “The entire staff at the Center on Saturday got involved in this renewal of vows, one way or another. The other patients and families were excited and enjoyed the cake. Doug’s brother, Bob Shiflet, went out after the event and brought back pizza and Chinese food for everyone, including a pizza for the staff who was working the night shift. I don’t think I’ll ever forget the look of love on Doug’s and Mara’s faces when they recited their vows to love, honor and cherish through sickness and health until death they do part. What a message to the rest of us!” Helene Rodgville, Mara’s mother, said it was an extremely emotional day. “Mara is an extraordinary girl and she’s taken great care of Doug. I’m proud that he loves her so much that he wanted to renew their vows. This was an incredible gift to the family. He’s a great guy and I love him like my own son.” Karen, Doug’s sister, said, “It was a beautiful ceremony and opportunity to be together. We came for a visit and were immediately told that there’s some good news — that Doug wanted to do this celebration. The people involved pulled together a celebration as good as any wedding which normally takes years to prepare. Everyone worked together. The kids went out shopping. My daughter in New York agreed to sing Amazing Grace, and ran out to find the music and rehearse.

Then some nurses in another room helped us do a trial run over the speaker phone. The place was filled with as many people as could fit, everyone was crying, and the grace of God was in that room with everybody. It was a Hallmark moment.” Doug’s mother, Dolores, said, “We were trying to plan our 50th anniversary celebration in September, but we didn’t even want to have it without Doug. We were trying to find different ways that he could be part of it, through webcams, etc. And here Doug, from his bed, found the way to make this beautiful ceremony. Robin and your staff at hospice thought of everything. Nothing we do for our 50th will top this. All of our children and grandchildren were there, except my granddaughter in New York who sang through the speaker phone. It was beautiful. I don’t know how they managed, but it was over and above what anyone could have expected. “I was on the phone all the way home. We traveled to see Doug that day and we were so sad, and then it turned into such a happy ride home. I can’t even put into words how you’ve made the most difficult experience in our lives so much happier and easier. “Delaware Hospice has made all of us comfortable, not only Doug, with teaching Mara how to care for him and Robin coming in the middle of the night. I have such a peace of mind that between his wife and Delaware Hospice, he’s loved and taken care of more than even a mother could do. Delaware Hospice has been a treasure and I just can’t thank everyone enough.”

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were invited to renew their vows as well, since Doug wouldn’t be able to attend their 50th wedding anniversary in September. They agreed, and since Doug’s mother was wearing a t-shirt with sunflowers, the “wedding planners” even had a special bouquet created of sunflowers wrapped with baby’s breath and greens. The Delaware Hospice Center’s Chef ran out to Food Lion for a wedding cake. When the store manager, a Mr. Shephard, heard the story, he decided to donate the cake as well as a dozen red roses. The Center’s staff arranged a special surprise for Mara — they let her use the Spa room as a bridal suite. There, everyone crowded around to help her with makeup and take photos. The ceremony began with Amazing Grace, sung by Doug’s niece, Erin Gibney in Long Island, piped in through speakers. The children scattered rose petals as Mara walked into the room on her father’s arm, and everyone joined in singing the final stanza. Doug spoke beautifully about how much he loved his children and family and that he’ll always be watching over them. He told them how proud he was of them. And then he read his vows. When it was Mara’s turn, she told Doug, “We’ve lived a lifetime together. We’ve had 1,330 days. We’ve gone through marriage, children, retirement and faced death together. I wouldn’t trade one moment of what we’ve had together.” Doug’s parents then renewed their vows. After the ceremony Doug presented Mara with his gift which he had tucked away in his bed covers. Mara said, “This was definitely an experience that none of us will ever forget.” Mara tapped on the doors of the other families who were at the Center, apologizing for the noise. Everyone responded that it was wonderful to hear the sound of children’s laughter and know that something happy was going on. Mara delivered wedding cake to each of them. Mara said, “The staff here at the center was amazing. The other patients and their families seemed to be so touched to be a part of our celebration. The double ceremony was beautiful, and there was not a dry eye in the building. It was awe-inspir-

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On Saturday afternoon, Delaware Hospice Center patient Doug Shiflet requested some time alone with his nurse, Robin Glover. Robin said, “When he called me in and asked everyone else to leave, I was a bit apprehensive. You never knew what to expect with Doug. Then he asked me to make arrangements for his Pastor to come to the Hospice Center and officiate as he and his wife, Mara, renewed their wedding vows.” Doug Shiflet, 46, has been struggling with Dysautonomia, a rare neurological and cardiac disease. He and his family have been cared for by Delaware Hospice for more than a year, and Doug had been admitted to the Delaware Hospice Center that week for symptom management. Pastor Arthur Kringle, St. John’s Lutheran Church, agreed to perform the vow renewal ceremony at 6 p.m, and an enormous effort was set in motion by friends, family and Center staff members, to make the occasion as special as possible within a few short hours. Mara was told that Doug wanted to talk to her. She came in the room and sat down on his bed. He took her hand in his and said, “Honey, I’d like to renew our wedding vows.” Mara was stunned on hearing the news, but overwhelmed with the romantic notion that Doug wanted this and that he had planned everything from his bed in the Center. Her immediate response was, “Okay, but what will I wear?” Mara said, “While I stayed with Doug, everyone else sprung into action and handled all the details. They found my wedding gown, Doug’s shirt, flowers, our Hawaiian leis, and my makeup at home. Lynda, Doug’s ex-wife and close friend, lent me the veil that she wore when she married Doug. She is truly a wonderful friend. At the florist, they picked up flowers and boutonniere. The children had a great time in Sheila’s Party World shopping for decorations, head pieces, baskets with rose petals and bells that everyone rang.” Meanwhile, Doug sent Mara’s dad out to find an appropriate wedding gift, and he found a lovely silver heart necklace with a smaller gold heart inside. His parents, Bob and Dolores Shiflet,

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Entertainment Register now to take part in AFRAM events The Eastern Shore AFRAM Festival is a two-day event that will be held at Nutter Park in Seaford on Friday and Saturday, August 8 from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. and August 9, from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. This year’s event will include a pre-festival basketball competition and fish fry on Thursday, August 7. Nutter Park is located on Collins Avenue next to Chandler Heights Apartments. This annual festival celebrates the African-American heritage with entertainment, food, a parade, cultural vendors, contests, fun for kids and adults, and informative community non-profit vendors . One of the main purposes of this extraordinary event is to strengthen the African American community of the entire Eastern Shore through cultural awareness by exhibiting a heritage of unity, success, diversity, and pride. The goal of uniting and not dividing is achieved and enhanced each year. Some of the features of this year’s Eastern Shore AFRAM will be a youth basketball challenge, a parade and pageants. Take advantage of this great opportunity for your child, teen, or tween to show off their stuff. It’s time to honor youth and talent. Sign’em up for the Eastern Shore AFRAM Little Miss & Mr. (grades K-2), Miss & Mr.(grades 3-5), and Teen Pageants (grades 6-9). The Teen Pageant is new for AFRAM this year. AFRAM wants teens to show off their talent and make this our greatest, hottest AFRAM Pageant yet! Young people will be encouraged to excel through recognition received by this prestigious award for a job well done. This is a major draw for the community as they applaud performances by children and young people. There is still time to register for the pageant. Register by calling 302-245-6887 or visit the Eastern Shore AFRAM Festival’s web site at easternshoreafram.org to

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sent your group, club or organization by signing up to make the AFRAM Parade an extravaganza. Register by contacting Desiree Moore at 302-628-9432, cell 302381-1351. All entries are subject to parade rules and regulations. Be sure to visit our web site at www.easternshoreafram.org for general information, event photos, registration print registration forms and regulations. Entries are judged on talent, an interview, and attire. The pageants will be held on Friday, August 8, at 6 p.m. The entry fee is $10. Please register by July 29. Winners will be uplifted by this positive experience of celebrating AfricanAmerican Heritage. The winners will also ride in the AFRAM Parade held Saturday, August 9 at 10 a.m. Sankofa African Dancers and Drummers of Dover, are featured participants, along with the recipient of AFRAM’s Community Recognition Award. The parade route begins at historic Frederick Douglass Elementary School proceeding to West King St., making a right at Front St., then right on Walker St., and left on North St. traveling north to Collins Ave. where Nutter Park is located. There is still time to register as an Eastern Shore AFRAM Festival parade entry. Join the array of fun and talent or repre-

forms, performers, directions, community and contact information. For information, questions, and donations, please contact Eastern Shore AFRAM Festival’s Executive Director Councilwoman Pat A. Jones at 302-6281908, pj@easternshoreafram.org or AFRAM Festival PO Box 687, Seaford, DE 19973

Nanticoke plans annual powwow The 31st annual Nanticoke Indian Powwow Celebration is Sept. 6 and 7 on Route 24 in Millsboro. On Saturday grounds open at 10 a.m. and entry is at noon with a second dance session at 4 p.m.Sunday morning begins with a worship service at 10 a.m. and entry at 1:30 p.m. The 40 crafts and food vendors open at 10 a.m. on Saturday and noon on Sunday. Dances include the Grass Dancers who use a side-to-side swaying motion and come into the arena first to clear the dance area - to flatten the grass for the other dancers. The Men's Traditional Dancers - the warriors and storytellers - have a flatfooted and earth-bound dance style with active head and upper body movements

portraying hunting, tracking or fighting actions. Fancy Feather Dancers use many visual elements in regalia, face paint and movements to attract attention. These dancers have to concentrate to make sure their steps correspond with the beat of the drum and their jumps are high. Women Jingle Dancers is one of the most popular dance categories in the powwow circuit. The dance tempo is fast which requires delicate footwork to create the harmonic sound of the cones in time with the drumbeat. Other dances include the Women’s Traditional, sneak up, snake dance, round dance, rabbit dance and honor dances. For more information, visit www.nanticokeindians.org or call 302-945-3400.

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Police Journal Seaford man arrested for drugs

On July 15 at approximately 10:03 p.m. Seaford officers on patrol in the area of 3rd and North Streets observed Cedric A. Jones, 40, Seaford, loitering. A computer check revealed that Jones was wanted on nine outstanding court capiases. Officers stopped Jones and attempted to take him into custody at which time a struggle ensued. During the struggle, police said the defendant was attempting to dispose of a dollar bill containing approximately .2 grams of crack cocaine. Jones was eventually taken into custody and arrested for possession with intent to deliver crack cocaine; possession of cocaine; resisting arrest; tampering with evidence; third degree assault; criminal mischief; criminal impersonation; two counts of possession of drug paraphernalia; intoxicated on roadway; and nine court capiases. Jones was taken to Court #3 and was committed to the Department of Corrections in lieu of $12,600 bond pending a preliminary hearing.

Agents arrest boaters for drinking

Fish and Wildlife Enforcement Agents recently made three separate arrests on Sussex waterways for operating under the influence (OUI) of alcohol. All three tested over the legal limit of .08 blood alcohol content in an intoxolyzer test after being stopped for a vessel safety check. • On July 12, agents stopped a vessel approaching the boat ramp at Masseys Landing that was not displaying navigation lights. Jesse James Graybeal, 27, of 8 Morris Lane, Newark, was arrested and charged with one count of OUI and one count of not displaying navigation lights. • On July 5, agents stopped a vessel creating a wake in a no wake zone in Masseys Ditch. William D. Elliott, 39, of 128 Quaker Road, Pennsville, N.J., was arrested and charged with one count of OUI and a wake violation. • On July 4, agents stopped a vessel off Dewey Beach for a safety check. Its operator, Harland W. Sanders III, 50, of 7 Circle Dr., Wilmington, was arrested and charged with one count of OUI. He also received a verbal warning for expired flares. All three men were transported to Delaware State Police Troop 7 in Lewes for processing and assigned court dates.

Passenger dies in crash

On June 22 at approximately 9:50 p.m., a serious injury crash occurred on Omar Road (CR 54) one half mile west of Armory Road (SR 20), Frankford. The passenger of the 1999 Dodge Intrepid died as a result of injuries sustained in this collision. The crash occurred when the operator of the vehicle, Timothy S. Howard, 24, of Dagsboro was traveling westbound on Omar Road west of Armory Road and failed to negotiate a curve in the roadway. He left the north edge of the roadway and traveled into a steep drainage ditch colliding with a driveway culvert. As a result, the automobile overturned several times before coming to a rest in a field. Howard was transported to Peninsula Re-

gional Medical Center in Salisbury, Md., with non-life threatening injuries and later released. The passenger, Michael J. Cline, 24, of Millsboro, was initially transported to Beebe Hospital in Lewes and then flown to Christiana Hospital in Newark. He succumbed to those injuries on Monday, July 14. The investigation is ongoing and charges are pending. Alcohol is being considered as a factor. The driver was wearing a seatbelt and the passenger was not.

Ax bandit robs Shore Stop

Delaware State Police Detectives are investigating a robbery that occurred at a Shore Stop. On Wednesday, June 25, at approximately 9:39 p.m. State Troopers were dispatched to the store located at 1885 Bay Road, Milford, to investigate the incident. Upon arrival, investigators learned the suspect entered the gas station at 9:30 p.m. armed with an ax demanding the 19-yearold female clerk hand over all the money. She complied and handed over an undisclosed amount of cash to the suspect. The suspect fled the store in a southerly direction. The suspect is described as a white male, clean shaven, 45 to 55 years of age, 5’5” to 5’8,” 150 to 180 lbs., average build. He was last seen wearing a hooded blue and grey checkered flannel jacket, tan shorts and sneakers that appeared to have the heel pressed down as if to wear them as a sandal. The instrument was described as a small hand held ax, possibly gray or black in color. Detectives urge anyone with information to call Troop 3 at 302-697-2105, ext. 307 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP 3333. Online tip submissions can be made at http://dsp.delaware.gov/crimstop.htm.

Police pursue stolen Mercedes

On July 18 at approximately 3:28 a.m., Seaford Police Department officers were called to respond to the 700 Block of Houston Street in reference to the theft of a black 2004 Mercedes Benz. An officer en route to the incident observed the vehicle traveling westbound on Stein Highway. The officer attempted to stop the driver, but he began to speed. The pursuit traveled west of Seaford eventually entering into Maryland where the Maryland State Police and the Dorchester County Sheriff’s Department were notified. The defendant lost control of the car and it traveled into a wooded area near Rhodesdale, Md., where both the defendant and the suspect fled on foot. The Seaford officer was able to chase the first defendant, Damon G. Hill, 19, of Seaford, and apprehend him with the assistance of the Maryland State Police and the Dorchester County Sheriff’s Department. The second suspect, a 14-year-old Seaford resident, was able to escape. However, thru investigation, his identity has been revealed and warrants are out for his arrest. The investigation revealed that the defendants entered the victim’s garage and found a set of keys to the victim’s 2004

Mercedes Benz. Hill was arrested and is being held by the Dorchester County Sheriff’s Department pending extradition to Delaware. Charges include second degree burglary, theft of a motor vehicle, theft, second degree conspiracy and seven traffic charges.

Jackhammer stolen from vehicle

On July 11, members of the Laurel Police Department responded to the Royal Farms on Route 13 in Laurel in reference to a theft from a motor vehicle. Upon arrival, officers learned that an employee with the Delaware Department of Transportation had gone into the store. While in the store, someone opened the back of his truck and removed a Dewalt jackhammer. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Laurel Police Department at 302-875-2244 or Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333

Two face multiple felonies

On Friday, July 18, Delaware State Police and the Seaford Police Department conducted a joint investigation into cocaine distribution on the unit block of North Street in Seaford. A search warrant was executed at the residence of Hammond Victor L. Hammond, 32, 406 North St., which resulted in the seizure of $900 U.S. currency, shotgun ammunition and prescription pills. Hammond allegedly was found to be in possession of marijuana and taken into custody without incident. Bacon A second subject, 16year-old Tajah D. Bacon of Seaford, was apprehended after a brief foot pursuit. He allegedly was found to be in possession of crack cocaine. Hammond was arrested and formally charged with the following offenses: possession with intent to deliver marijuana (felony), possession with intent to deliver percocet (felony), possession of ammunition by a person prohibited (felony), maintaining a dwelling (felony), distribution within 1,000’ of a school (felony), distribution within 300’ of a park (felony), distribution within 300’ of a church (felony), possession of drug paraphernalia (misdemeanor) and six counts of endangering the welfare of a child (misdemeanor). Bacon was arrested and formally charged with the following offenses: possession with intent to deliver cocaine (felony), distribution within 1,000’ of a school (felony), distribution within 300’ of a park (felony), distribution within 300’ of a church (felony), possession of drug paraphernalia (misdemeanor) and resisting arrest (felony). Hammond was arraigned at JP 2 and committed to Sussex Correctional Institution in lieu of $41,000 bond. Bacon was arraigned at Family Court and committed to the juvenile detention center in lieu of $4,500 bond.

Shots fired in Laurel

On July 18 at 3 a.m. Laurel Police responded to the 500 block of West 8th St. for a report of shots fired. Upon arrival, officers located several shell casings in the road and yard. Officers also noticed that two houses and one car had been shot. None of the occupants of the houses were injured. At this point, the Laurel Police Department has no suspects or motive. Anyone with information is asked to contact Detective Sergeant Derrick Calloway at the Laurel Police Department at 302-875-2244 or Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333.

Drug arrest in Laurel

On July 19 at 12:22 a.m. Laurel Police stopped a black Nissan Maxima for a traffic violation on Poplar Street. Once officers stopped the vehicle they noticed a small amount of marijuana in plain view. At that point officers removed the female driver and male passenger from the vehicle. As officers were searching the passenger, a large plastic baggie of suspected cocaine fell from the passenger’s pants. At that point the passenger attempted to throw the suspected cocaine and flee. The passenger was taken into custody after a short foot pursuit. The plastic baggie was found to contain 29 grams of crack cocaine and 97.5 grams of cocaine. The cocaine has a street value of over $5,000. Adrian Cain, 30, of Salisbury, Md., and Lakisha McKnight, 27, of Laurel, were arrested and charged with trafficking cocaine, possession with the intent to deliver cocaine, maintaining a vehicle, second degree conspiracy, possession of cocaine, possession of marijuana, possession of drug paraphernalia, offensive touching of law enforcement, resisting arrest with violence and criminal mischief. Cain was committed to SCI on $80,250 cash bail and McKnight was committed to SCI on $78,700 secured bail.

Shore Stop robbed

A white female wearing a hoodie, later identified as Benda L. Robertson, 29, of Laurel, and a white male, later identified as Burt A. Foskey, 29, of Selbyville, entered the Shore Stop convenience store located at 31507 Oak Orchard Road Robertson shortly berfore 8:30 a.m on Saturday, July 19. Both subjects approached the two clerks. The white female demanded cash and implied that they were armed with guns. The clerks complied and were not injured. Foskey The bandits fled the business with an undisclosed amount of cash. Roberts and Foskey entered a van and fled southbound onto Oak Orchard Road. Troop 7 patrol officers responded to the area and located the suspect vehicle in the unit block of Cherokee Avenue (Oak Or-

MORNING STAR • JULY 24 - 30, 2008 chard). Robertson, who was operating the vehicle, was taken into custody. Foskey fled on foot into a wooded area. A canine officer became involved and a canine apprehension led to Foskey’s arrest. Foskey was transported by helicopter to Christiana Emergency Room where he was treated and admitted in critical condition in reference to a canine bite to his arm. Robertson faces arraignment on the following charges: second degree robbery (felony), second degree conspiracy (felony), theft (felony) and wearing a disguise during the commission of a felony (felony). Foskey faces arraignment at Christiana Emergency Room on the following charges: second degree robbery (felony), second degree conspiracy (felony), theft (felony) and resisting arrest (felony).

Home shot in Greenwood

The Delaware State Police are investigating an early morning shooting that resulted in a singlewide mobile home being shot multiple times. Police responded to the home in the 14000 block of Beach Hwy (Route 16) on Monday, July 21 at approximately 1:15 a.m. after 911 was called by a resident in the home stating someone just fired multiple rounds of ammunition into their home. Investigators learned the home was occupied by a 33-year-old male, 29-year-old female, 14year-old female and a 6-year-old female – all of whom lived at the home. These subjects were in the living room of the mobile home when shots began entering the home from the front of the residence. The victims immediately got on the floor to avoid being struck by bullets. They were not injured during the ordeal. After several

shots were fired into the home, the suspect fled the area. None of the victims were able to provide any suspect information to police. The case remains under investigation and anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact Detective Tom Elliott of the state police Major Crimes unit at 856-5850 ext. 216 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP3333.

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Dairy Queen robbed

On July 21 at approximately 4:30 a.m. Seaford Police responded to the Dairy Queen in Seaford in reference to a burglary. Officers determined that the unknown suspect(s) forced entry and removed an undisclosed amount of currency. The Seaford Police Department’s Criminal Investigation Di-

vision responded and processed the scene. The Seaford Police Department is asking anyone with information about this crime to call 302-629-6644 or Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP3333. Delaware Crime Stoppers is offering a reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of those involved.

Amber Alert expanded with ‘Gold Alert’ for 60 and older Gov. Ruth Ann Minner has signed a pair of bills modifying and expanding the state’s “Amber Alert” program. One of the measures, sponsored by Sen. Bruce Ennis, DSmyrna, adds people over 60, the disabled and people known to be suicidal to the state’s Amber Alert network under a new “Gold Alert” program. Under the Amber Alert program, notices are sent out through the law enforcement community and to the public through print and electronic media to alert the public to disappearances of juveniles. Ennis said the new Gold Alert system is a logical outgrowth of the original

system to protect another vulnerable population. Ennis said the bill was inspired by an incident last summer when Ruby Muto of Pike Creek went missing for 72 hours when she lost her footing while doing lawn work and fell into a 20-foot, brush-covered ravine. Muto, 86, was found by police dogs and rescued. Minner also signed legislation allowing the Delaware Information Analysis Center to act as a resource for the lead law enforcement agency in an Amber Alert case. The center coordinates tips from police around the state and was developed for homeland security investigations.

Cable industry joins fight to protect kids against predators Attorney General Beau Biden announced that an agreement among U.S. cable providers, attorneys general nationwide, and the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children will target child pornographers and provide additional protection to children from predators. Through a Memorandum of Understanding with NCMEC, all cable operators represented on the NCTA Board of Directors will help reduce the proliferation of child pornography by: • using NCMEC's database of websites identified as containing child pornography to ensure that no such site is hosted on servers owned or controlled by those companies; • reporting websites containing child pornography to

NCMEC's CyberTipline; and • revising their policies around other potential sources of child pornography, such as web-based newsgroups. All cable Internet service providers currently forbid the hosting of child pornography on their servers. Through the MOU, NCMEC will provide service providers with additional sources of information to help them enforce their terms of service, including help in identifying instances of child pornography and facilitating their reporting of such material to NCMEC as required by law. NCMEC, in turn, refers these cases to law enforcement, including the Delaware Child Predator Task Force, for investigation and prosecution.

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Health Briefs Blades hosts health screening

Residents living in and around the Blades community can be screened to reduce their risk of having a stroke or heart attack. Life Line Screening will be at the Blades Town Hall-Hardin Hall on Tuesday, July 29. The site is located at 20 W. Fourth St. in Blades. Appointments will begin at 10 a.m. Recommended baseline screenings include Stroke/Carotid Artery, Atrial Fibrillation, Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm and Peripheral Arterial Disease. Additional screenings can be added for a more comprehensive risk assessment and include C-Reactive Protein; complete Lipid Panel including HDL/LDL and total cholesterol; Glucose; and an ultrasound screening for Osteoporosis. Pick any four screenings for $140. All eight screenings are $199. Life Line Screening was established in 1993, and has since become the nation’s leading provider of preventive screenings. For more information regarding the screenings or to schedule an appointment, call 1-800-643-6188. Pre-registration is required.

Website offers info on toxins

From cleaners and cosmetics to spray paints and strippers, products found in and around the home can contain toxins that can cause cancer and other illnesses. Delawareans can learn about product ingredients and how to replace dangerous products at a new website launched by

Delaware’s Division of Public Health www.delawarehealthyhomes.org. Visitors can click on icons for Inside Healthy Homes, Outside Healthy Homes, Children in Healthy Homes, Renovating Healthy Homes and Delaware Healthy Homes Resources. These categories offer additional choices of topics. For example, Children in Healthy Homes is found under the Cleaning Products, Drinking Water, Lead, and Pesticides categories. Information is available on how products cause problems, dangers and improvement steps to take. Residents may also call the toll-free Delaware Helpline (1-800-464-HELP) to receive printed materials by mail.

Nanticoke hires new director

Nanticoke Health Services welcomes Mr. Donald J. Tricarico Jr., RN, MSA, CNOR, as director of Surgical Services. Tricarico started his role on July 1. As director of Surgical Services, Tricarico will play a critical role in the delivery of patient care services in collaboration with physicians and other health care Tricarico providers. His background includes over 20 years in the military and private healthcare sector. For the last six years, he has been the director of Surgical Services in a hospital that mirrors Nanticoke in both size and rural setting. Besides having a BSN from the University of Delaware, he has a master’s degree in Administrative Man-

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Nanticoke awards scholarships

Nanticoke Health Services recently presented three scholarships to local high school graduates who plan to enter the health care field. The three recipients are Cha'Teedra McGee, graduate from Woodbridge High School and Lindsay James and Stephanie Jones, both graduates from Seaford High School. Cha'Teedra McGee will be attending Delaware State University and is pursing a degree in Psychiatry. Lindsay James will be attending the University of Delaware and is pursuing a degree in

Nursing. Stephanie Jones will be attending Delaware Technical & Community College and is also pursuing a degree in Nursing. Each student successfully completed the Health Career Internship program at Nanticoke Hospital. The program is intended to provide exposure in a healthcare environment for students considering health related careers. This class integrates classroom activities with real workplace experiences during rotations to various health career areas of the hospital.

agement, his Certified Nurse Operating Room certification and has written several publications. Tricarico is a Dover native and will be relocating to the Seaford area with his wife and daughter.

Nanticoke plans golf tournament

The 22nd annual Nanticoke Health Services Golf Tournament is Friday, Sept. 5 at the Seaford Golf and Country Club. The day will consist of practice, lunch, 18-holes of golf, dinner and door prizes. A full field of participants is expected with a noon shotgun start and scramble format. The tournament’s goal is to raise over $35,000 for Nanticoke Memorial Hospital. Proceeds will be used for the hospital’s charity endowment prescription fund, a special indigent fund for patients in need of assistance with their prescriptions. Teams of four players will compete for various donated prizes. During the course of the day, golfers will have chances to test their skills by competing in contests for Longest Drive, Closest-To-The-Pin, Hit-The-Green and a Hole-In-One. All participants will have the opportunity to putt through a three-step qualifying round. Following dinner, three people will putt for $2,500 each. Entry fees are $150 per player and $600 for a foursome. Sponsorships packages are available. Anyone interested in individual reservations or sponsorship opportu-

nities should contact the Nanticoke Health Services Development office at 302-629-6611, extension 2404 or email MorrisR@nanticoke.org.

Stroke support group

Nanticoke Memorial Hospital will offer free monthly Stroke Support Group meetings designed for individuals who have survived a stroke and their families and caregivers. Meetings are held the third Thursday of each month at Nanticoke Cancer Care Center, from 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. The meetings will consist of guest speakers and breakaway sessions in which caregivers and survivors will meet in two groups to discuss concerns, provide support and networking. Refreshments will be provided. Sheila Brant and Joan Burditt, occupational therapists at Nanticoke Memorial Hospital, will facilitate the support group meetings. Pre-registration not required. For more information, call 629-6611, ext. 5121.

Depression support

The Mental health Association in Delaware will be sponsoring a Depression Support Group in Laurel on the second and fourth Thursdays of each month. The meetings begin at 7 p.m. The MHA encourages anyone dealing with a depressive disorder to atContinued to page 33

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Health It is important be aware of seasonal diseases By Dr. Anthony Policastro

Infections are frequently seasonal. There is a flu season. There are a couple of strep seasons. Summertime is the season for Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever. It is also the season for enteroviruses. Enteroviruses are a group of viruses that grow in warm water. The most famous of the three enteroviruses is the poliovirus. We used to have polio epidemics every summer. Thanks to immunizations that is no longer the case. However, we still see the other two groups of enteroviruses. One of them is the Coxsackie virus group. The other is the Echovirus group. They cause a variety of infections. Most of those infections are minor. Most go away in three days. Some are more obvious than others. The one that is most well known is called hand-foot-mouth disease. The patient develops blisters on the palms and soles with canker sores in the mouth. The infection that gives us the most trouble is viral meningitis. Like all meningitis infections, it is associated with bad headache, stiff neck and fever. However, it is not as serious as the other kinds of meningitis. It goes away without treatment in about three days. The reason it is a problem is that the only way to be sure it is not one of the more serious types of meningitis is to do a spinal tap. That is not a pleasant procedure. In infants under two months of age, the most common enterovirus infection is one that causes fever as the only symptom. There may be a rash on the second day. There may be some irritability. There may be a decrease in feedings.

Unfortunately, these symptoms might also represent a serious bacterial infection in this age group. There is no way to be sure on exam. For that reason, when we see a young infant, we have to assume it is a serious infection. That is true for all infants under 28 days of age. It is true for many infants between one and two months of age. When these infants present to the physician with fever of over 101 degrees, the approach is pretty standard. The infants get blood tests done. They get a catheter placed in the bladder to get a sterile urine specimen. They get a chest X-ray. They get a spinal tap. They get admitted to the hospital. They get 48 hours of IV antibiotics until we are sure the cultures growing in the lab do not have bacteria in them. The reason for this is simple. If we wait to make sure whether it is a viral or bacterial infection, it will be too late to treat them if it turns out to be bacterial. The best way to prevent these infections in young infants is by careful hand washing before handling the infant. You should always wash your hands when dealing with children of this age. That becomes more important to do during the summertime enterovirus season. One of the things that I advise mothers to do is to keep their young infants away from crowded areas until the infant is two months of age. When an infant is around a lot of people, everyone wants to see and touch the infant. There are usually no sinks around. Therefore, few people wash their hands in those situations. It is useful to know what kinds of diseases are present during each time of the year. That allows us to know that young

It is useful to know what kinds of diseases are present during each time of the year.

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tend. Register in advance by calling 1-800-287-6423. Peer support groups sponsored by Mental Health Association of Delaware are not intended to replace professional mental health treatment. MHA does not publish support group locations; locations are provided with registration.

Dr. Scotto’s office relocates

As of Aug. 1, Dr. Vincenzo D. Scotto, will be relocating to a new medical practice office located at 1350 Middleford Road, Suite 502, Seaford, DE (628-8300). He is currently accepting new patients. Dr. Scotto Dr. Scotto specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of community and hospital

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PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE The Delaware Alcoholic Beverage Control Commissioner The Commissioner will hold a Public Protest Hearing on August 7, 2008 at the Sussex County Council Chambers Administrative

Building, The Circle, Georgetown, Delaware, 19947. This hearing is being held for the purpose of reviewing the protested applications of: #1 Kool Bean, LLC, T/A Kool Bean Café, 111 Atlantic Avenue, Ocean View, DE 19970, who has applied for a Restaurant Liquor License that includes Sundays and permits sales, service and consumption of alcoholic beverages on the premise where sold. Time: 5:00P.M. AND #2 Seaford Ventures, LLC, T/A Texas Roadhouse of Seaford, 22920 Sussex Highway, Seaford, DE 19973, who has applied for a Restaurant Liquor License which includes Sundays and a patio (no live entertainment) that permits sales, service and consumption of alcoholic beverages on the premise where sold. Time: 6:00P.M. 7/24/2tc

PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE You are hereby notified the below matters will be before: The City of Seaford Planning and Zoning Commission for their review and recommendation on Thursday, August 7, 2008 at 7:00 p.m., in City Hall, 414 High Street, Seaford, Delaware; and, The City of Seaford Mayor and Council for their determination on Tuesday, August 26, 2008, at 7:05 p.m., in City Hall, 414 High Street, Seaford, Delaware: S&L Contractors, Inc., are seeking a preliminary plan approval for Governor’s Grant R-3, which consists of 104 condominium units. The property is located adjacent to Governor’s Grant R-1 on Atlanta Road. The property is identified as Tax Map and Parcel 331 10.00 379. 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 24th day of July 2008 pursuant to the Rules heretofore adopted by the City of Seaford. THE CITY OF SEAFORD Dolores J. Slatcher, City Manager 7/24/1tc

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NOTICE Estate of Nancie R. Wyman, Deceased. Notice is hereby given that Letters of Testamentary upon the estate of Nancie R. Wyman who departed this life on the 22nd day of June, A.D. 2008 late of Blades, DE were duly granted unto Rodney Samuel Cawley on the 11th day of July, A.D. 2008, 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 22nd day of February, A.D. 2009 or abide by the law in this behalf. Executor: Rodney Samuel Cawley 14402 Blossoming Ct. Charlotte NC 28273 Attorney: H. Cubbage Brown, Jr., Esq. 108 East Water Street Dover, DE 19901 David L. Wilson Register of Wills 7/24/3tc

NOTICE Estate of John D. King, Deceased. Notice is hereby given that Letters of Administration upon the estate of John D. King who departed this life on the 25th day of March, A.D. 2008 late of Bridgeville, DE were duly granted unto Daryl P. King on the 14th day of July, A.D. 2008, and all persons indebted to the said deceased are required to make payments to the said Administratrix without delay, and all persons having demands against the deceased are required to exhibit and present the same duly probated to the said Administratrix on or before the 25th day of November, A.D. 2008 or abide by the law in this behalf. Administratrix: Daryl P. King 11843 Glen Circle Country Glen, Bridgeville, DE 19933 Attorney: Michele Procino Wells Procino Wells, LLC 225 High St. Seaford, DE 19973 David L. Wilson Register of Wills 7/24/3tc See LEGALS—page 38

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NOTICE Estate of William J. Heron, Deceased. Notice is hereby given that Letters of Administration WWA upon the estate of William J. Heron who departed this life on the 19th day of March, A.D. 2008 late of Seaford, DE were duly granted unto William John Heron, Jr on the 3rd day of July, A.D. 2008, and all persons indebted to the said deceased are required to make payments to the said Administrator WWA without delay, and all persons having demands against the deceased are required to exhibit and present the same duly probated to the said Administrator WWA on or before the 19th day of November, A.D. 2008 or abide by the law in this behalf. Administrator WWA: William John Heron, Jr. 7 Frantz Road, Kunkletown, PA 18058 Attorney: James A. Yori Fuqua and Yori, Esq. P.O. Box 250 Georgetown, DE 19947 David L. Wilson Register of Wills 7/17/3tc

NOTICE Estate of David Burton Webb, Jr., Deceased. Notice is hereby given that Letters of Testamentary upon the estate of David Burton Webb, Jr. who departed this life on the 1st day of June, A.D. 2008 late of Seaford, DE were duly granted unto Jane L. Webb, David T. Boyce C.P.A. on the 7th day of July, A.D. 2008, 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 1st day of February, A.D. 2009 or abide by the law in this behalf. Co-Executors: Jane L. Webb 9335 River Vista Drive Seaford, DE 19973 David T. Boyce C.P.A. 210 N. Pine Street, Seaford, DE 19973 Attorney: David W. Baker, Esq. P.O. Box 551 Georgetown, DE 19947 David L. Wilson Register of Wills 7/17/3tc

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MORNING STAR • JULY 24 - 30, 2008 NOTICE Estate of Martha E. Dorman, Deceased. Notice is hereby given that Letters of Testamentary upon the estate of Martha E. Dorman who departed this life on the 16th day of June, A.D. 2008 late of Seaford, DE were duly granted unto Patricia Randall on the 7th day of July, A.D. 2008, 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 16th day of February, A.D. 2009 or abide by the law in this behalf. Executrix: Patricia Randall 22227 Shore Drive, Seaford, DE 19973 David L. Wilson Register of Wills 7/17/3tc

NOTICE Estate of Doris A. Truitt, Deceased. Notice is hereby given that Letters of Testamentary upon the estate of Doris A. Truitt who departed this life on the 25th day of June, A.D. 2008 late of Seaford, DE were duly granted unto Meriam A. Rippon on the 9th day of July, A.D. 2008, 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 25th day of February, A.D. 2009 or abide by the law in this behalf. Executrix: Meriam A. Rippon 9458 Tharp Rd., Seaford, DE 19973 David L. Wilson Register of Wills 7/17/3tc

NOTICE Estate of Pauline Pursell Wright, Deceased. Notice is hereby given that Letters of Testamentary upon the estate of Pauline Pursell Wright who departed this life on the 2nd day of July, A.D. 2008 late of Seaford, DE were duly granted unto Walter Malcolm Wright on the 8th day of July, A.D. 2008, 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 2nd day of March, A.D. 2009 or abide by the law in this behalf. Executor: Walter Malcolm Wright P.O. Box 1388 Easton, MD 21601 David L. Wilson Register of Wills 7/17/3tc

NOTICE Estate of Clarence E. Harris, Sr., Deceased. Notice is hereby given that Letters of Testamentary upon the estate of Clarence E. Harris, Sr. who departed this life on the 19th day of June, A.D. 2008 late of Seaford, DE were duly granted unto Malcolm G. Harris on the 30th day of June, A.D. 2008, 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 19th day of February, A.D. 2009 or abide by the law in this behalf. Executor: Malcolm G. Harris 1810 Third St. West Deptford, NJ 08086 Attorney: David J. Ferry, Jr., Esq. Ferry, Joseph & Pearce, P.A. P.O. Box 1351 Wilmington, DE 19899 David L. Wilson Register of Wills 7/10/3tc

NOTICE Estate of Joseph H.. Bauer, Deceased. Notice is hereby given that Letters of Testamentary upon the estate of Joseph H. Bauer who departed this life on the 24th day of June, A.D. 2008 late of Seaford, DE were duly granted unto Joseph H. Bauer, Jr. on the 2nd day of July, A.D. 2008, 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 24th day of February, A.D. 2009 or abide by the law in this behalf. Executor: Joseph H. Bauer, Jr. 7084 Broad Neck Rd., Chestertown, MD 21620 David L. Wilson Register of Wills 7/10/3tc

The United States Postal Service last year recycled about one million tons of waste - paper, cardboard, cans, plastic and other materials.

USPS recycles tons of waste By Marilyn Loeser The Postal Service has long been a champion of environmental initiatives. Last year alone, USPS recycled about one million tons of wastepaper, cardboard, cans, plastic and other materials along with more than 2,300 tons of computers and parts. From using water-based inks for printing to alternate fuel sources for operations, USPS is a leader in the environmental community. Thousands of plastic pallets and millions of plastic containers — made of recycled materials — are used every day in postal operations. Even Express Mail and Priority Mail packaging is made of recycled materials. New postal buildings have recycled fiberglass insulation, natural lighting, thermal window frames, solar and geothermal systems and water tanks to harvest rainwater from rooftops for reuse. And, any Undeliverable Standard Mail (USM), that can’t be forwarded, is recycled. Trees and trash Most paper products are harvested from “tree-farms” where fast growing trees are specifically raised just for paper. Even as the volume of direct mail has increased, the number of forest-covered acres in the United States rose from 735 million acres in 1920 to 750 million acres today. Advertising mail represents only 4/10,000ths (0.000415) of the waste destined for landfills. Of this number, 32.4 percent of all Standard Mail is recycled by customers and USM by the Postal Service. “I oversee recycling efforts at approxi-

mately 600 postal facilities in Pennsylvania,” said Rand-Whitney Recycling Project Manager Pamela Resneck. “The Postal Service is off-setting its waste collection and helping keep paper products, plastics and metals out of landfills.” “We recycle about 475 tons annually, which includes recyclables from almost 100 post offices served by the Scranton mail processing plant,” said Scranton, Pa., Plant Manager Gerry McNamara. The Scranton plant is also the consolidation point for all USM from the WilkesBarre, Pa., mail processing plant and the post offices it serves. After mail is delivered to the post offices in the morning, there’s room on the truck to bring back the recyclables to the processing plant, adding no extra collection costs. “Local recycling trucks pick up the paper on a regular basis and transport it to Marcal Paper in New Jersey where it’s turned into paper towels,” said Scranton Maintenance Manager Douglas Baxter. Everyone can help the environment by recycling, conserving energy, purchasing products made from recycled products and participate in any number of other initiatives. For more information about the Postal Service, its environmental initiatives and how you can help, check the website at usps.com/green/. About the author Marilyn Loeser began her postal career as a substitute rural carrier 25 years ago. She is currently a fulltime writer/editor for the Postal Service, and a freelance travel writer.

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FOX slogan should be: we report and decide for you Usually I skip the FOX News channel because of their biased RANK ALIO right wing news reporting and the fact that they are owned by Rupert Doesn’t the first Murdoch. Murdoch owns a string of media amendment provide free affiliates that distort the facts and speech for everyone or is are biased of the current administration. Often accused of throwing ‘soft- it just for FOX News and ball questions’ at the members of their audience? the Bush administration who appear on their talk shows while the audience? other networks ask the tough questions, I guess we were supposed to ignore the FOX anchors are in a league by themfact that earlier in the week the Bush adselves when it comes to truth in journalministration was proposing rule changes ism. that would repeal a 25-year ban on loaded I stopped at the FOX station because guns in national parks, ease air pollution they were upset that 28 of the commenceregulations on power plants near the parks, ment speakers last weekend were liberals exempt factory farms from key provisions and only two were conservatives. of the Clean Water and Clean Air acts, alThis irked anchor Bret Humes who low mountaintop mining near streams and brought in two conservative political anamake it easier to dump hazardous waste lysts that slammed the “liberal” speakers. into the recycling system. One of these speakers included former And, continue the war! Vice-President Al Gore, who criticized the Did it ever occur to FOX news that colcurrent administration on their stand on global warming, and other commencement leges want to hear the truth? That maybe college graduates are concerned about getspeakers who were critical of the war in ting a job (60,000 jobs were lost in June), Iraq and how Bush wrecked the economy. global warming and owning a home? Doesn’t the first amendment of the One of the two supposedly conservative Constitution provide free speech for everycommencement speakers was Supreme one or is it just for FOX News and their

Court Justice Clarence Thomas who has forgotten that he was able to get into college because of affirmative action. Home sales in Delaware are down 35% and up to 60% in other parts of the country; foreclosures in Delaware are up 116% over last year; unemployment is at the highest level since Bush Sr. was president; and the stock market is at the lowest since Eisenhower was president. Hello! Yet FOX news wants you to think everything is coming up roses. And if you oppose the war and believe the economy sucks then you are a dirty, un-American liberal. Other news channels usually have a political commentator from both political parties who give the spin for their team. Fox’s slogan is, “We report the news; you decide.” Hogwash, they decide for you! On Fox news you get commentators who more or less agree with the stations' views: the only view. If the commentators don’t agree, you don’t see them again. Is employment high? Are people purchasing homes? Is gas selling for $2 a gallon? Of course not! Why would I believe FOX telling me otherwise? How can all the other news channels be wrong? How can so many viewers be taken in by this network? People don’t check the things they hear

for their authenticity. Instead, like millions of Americans, they believe what they hear and become an authority on world events. In the past week, among the hundreds of emails I received, 24 are political in nature and unleash charges against left-wing Americans or “liberals.” Of that number, I checked with my unbiased sources and 23 were untruths while one was labeled by Snopes as “uncertain” — facts were still being checked. This makes me wonder how many thousands read these 24 emails and thousands of other similar emails and accepted them as the “gospel” truth? How many millions watch FOX each week and fall for their news reporting? Plenty! By all accounts, because of the fallen economy, the war, you name it, the Democrats are favored in the polls to win in November. However, by the time Republicans are done with their TV ads, email network and news accounts through Murdoch, Americans may be ready to deport Obama and the Democrat Party while the Republicans retain the White House and possibly Congress. So voters it’s up to you. It is often said we deserve the government we have, because we put them in office whether you vote or not. It’s our future so guard it wisely!

Neighborhood of elderly women enjoyed helping mom punish us Standing on the back porch I could see her coming around the ONY INDSOR side of her house. She had a towel wrapped around her shoulders and ‘I saw it all. He nearly she was sporting blue hair. No, it was not the way the sun got killed. I would beat hit her freshly bobby pin clustered hair; she actually had blue hair. him. Beat him because Miss Addie was well into her 80s and cast a high class shadow. he almost got killed.’ Her home was a historic threestory house that was immaculate and adorned with many expensive Addie for that matter. antiques. Be that as it may, we were ordered by On the limited occasions we were almy father to be extra respectful to Miss lowed to visit in her house, Miss Addie Addie because she was an older lady. made sure that our path went directly into Dad had a passion for respecting older the foyer of the home and never beyond people. He would be well prepared to asthe dining room. She had a kitchen, but owned no refrig- sure that we maintained that same level of respect, even if he had to beat it into us. erator. She kept all her perishables in the I actually really liked and respected refrigerator at our house. So, twice a day Miss Addie. She would go away each winthis elderly little woman would trudge ter to live with one of her daughters in across the yard and enter our home to reBaltimore. trieve her goods. When she came home in the summer, I recall one day she was unable to find a brand new package of pickled-loaf lunch she would always have some type of trinket for each of my brothers and me. meat she had left in the refrigerator the However, she also belonged to the day before. Because I loved pickled-loaf neighborhood network of older women lunch meat, but also mostly because I ate whose private passion was catching me like a starving refugee, all eyes fell on me as the culprit who stole Miss Addie's pick- and/or my brothers in some type of mischievous behavior. led-loaf lunch meat. Also a member in that infamous ring After I had been severely chastised by Miss Addie and looked upon by my family was Miss Dot, who lived on the opposite side of our house. It was as if they were as a kin to a street vagrant, my mother positioned intricately throughout the found the fresh, unopened package of neighborhood to maximize visibility of our pickled-loaf behind the vegetable crisper activities. where it had apparently fallen. It was Miss Dot who was at her post I do not recall any mass efforts of apolwhen my brother and I set the backyard ogy from anyone in my family or Miss field on fire. But, that is another story.

From her rocking chair on the front porch Miss Addie could see everything that took place across the street or in our front yard. On this one sunny summer afternoon I was returning from a trip to Archie Tyler’s store across the street. I failed to pay proper attention to traffic and ran out in front of a vehicle traveling down Richardson Avenue. Now, bear in mind that to get to Archie Tyler’s store I had to cross Richardson Avenue, travel across a major railroad track and then make my way across Maryland Avenue. So, it was a trip that included my need to maneuver across the two major highways in and out of Crisfield and the very busy railroad tracks that led to the seafood plants along the water. So, I think running out in front of a car was minimal compared to what dangers potentially lurked along my path.

But, Miss Addie saw the whole thing. The screeching brakes of the car brought my mother rushing to our front porch like she had been shot out of a cannon. The minute my mother reached the porch she had no time to assess what had happened before Miss Addie began yelling: “I saw it all. He nearly got killed. I would beat him. Beat him because he almost got killed.” Of course Mom was faced with having Miss Addie’s judgment call made clearly for all to hear. So, in order to keep face with the community and show that she worried about me, she did just what Miss Addie suggested. She beat me like a dirty rug. By the time she got done with me I had wished several times I had been struck by the car. Oh well, I guess it does take a village to raise a child.

Gas Lines Oil price drop sets weekly record Crude oil, which started last week at $145 a barrel (after reaching an all-time record of $147/barrel on July 11), lost more value Monday through Friday of last week than in any period of futures’ trading history, the AAA reports. Crude dropped more than $15 to just below $130 a barrel on Thursday. The week closed out at $129 a barrel at the end of trading Friday. At the pump last week, prices held steady at a record national average price of $4.11 a gallon, while the national average price for diesel fuel rose to a new record of $4.85 a gallon.

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Work ahead of schedule on the new Woodland ferry The new six-car Woodland ferry is in the final stages of construction at the Chesapeake Ship Building Corporation Dock in Salisbury, Md. DelDOT awarded the contract to George & Lynch Construction of Wilmington to construct new ramps and docks on both sides of the Nanticoke River and they in turn awarded the sub-contract to Chesapeake to build the ferry. At left workers are glazing the pilot house doors and installing the power thrusters. The project is ahead of schedule for the re-opening of ferry service in midNovember 2008. The annual Woodland Ferry Festival held on the second Saturday of each September, has been canceled this year due to heavy construction equipment on both shores of the Nanticoke River. The festival is rescheduled for 2009 celebrating the continuous running of the Ferry for the past 218 years and is thought to be the oldest ferry service in the United States. Photo by Phil Livingston

Still time to claim your economic stimulus money It is not too late to file a return to claim an economic stimulus payment. The IRS urges people to file by Oct. 15 to ensure they receive a payment prior to year's end. Keep in mind that it can take up to eight weeks for the IRS to process the return and issue the payment. People must file a 2007 tax return in order to qualify and be eligible for a stimulus payment. The Internal Revenue Service will continue processing tax returns and issuing economic stimulus payments for much of the year. For people who have no tax liability or no tax filing requirement, there is a minimum payment of $300 ($600 for married couples), plus the $300 for each qualifying child. To be eligible

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GOING TO THE WORLD SERIESShown (l to r) is the Laurel Senior League softball team which will represent District III in the Senior League World Series in Roxana August 2-9: front- Manager Jeff Evans, Alyssa Martin, and Meagan Colston; second row- Yasmin Davis, Jenna Allen, Ashley Brittingham, Courtney Evans, Melissa Trout, and Brittney Brittingham; third row- Taylor Oliphant, Jenna Cahall, Brooke Evans, Mariah Dickerson, Alexis Oliphant, Kelsey Oliphant, Stephanie Wheatley, and Abby Évans; back row- coach Rodney Hearne, coach Robert Trout, and coach Kevin Brittingham. Photo by Mike McClure

Laurel Senior League softball returns to the World Series By Mike McClure For the second year in a row and the fourth time in five years Laurel is sending a team to the Senior League Softball World Series in Roxana. The Laurel allstars, with all of its players back from a year ago, defeated Millsboro-Georgetown, 8-0, last Saturday to win the District III title and advance to the World Series. “It feels just as good (as last year). Repeating is much more difficult, everybody’s gunning for you. We didn’t have any easy games over here,” Laurel manager Jeff Evans said. “Nothing’s changed as far as our goals. I’m going to tell the girls there’s no pressure on them. From this point on we’re going to continue to work hard and we’re going to have fun.” Laurel scored two runs in the top of the first inning of Saturday’s championship game. Alexis Oliphant hit a twoout double and scored on a double by Yasmin Davis and Jenna Allen singled in Davis. In the bottom of the inning, Millsboro/Georgetown’s Kelsey Doherty singled, went to second on a sacrifice bunt and moved to third on an error. Stacy Wright reached on an error and stole second before Laurel pitcher Stephanie Wheatley got a strikeout and two ground outs to end the inning. Laurel made it 3-0 in the second inning when Brooke Evans singled, stole second, went to third on an error, and stole home. Laurel catcher Kelsey Oliphant threw out a runner trying to steal second in the bottom of the second.

Shown (l to r) is the Delmar Junior League baseball team which came from behind to win the Maryland District 8 championship last week: front- Thomas Gray, Kyle Dykes, Ryan McCulley, Nick Cooper, Tyler Absher; middle- Gus Shockley, Cory Mattox, Josh Wells, Brady Scott, Brandon Parson; back- coaches Darrin Scott, Dave Timmons, and Bill Hearn. Not pictured is K.J. Trader. Photo by Mike McClure

Delmar Junior League baseball team rallies to win District 8 title By Mike McClure Stephanie Wheatley delivers a pitch during the District III Senior League softball championship last Saturday in Roxana. Wheatley had seven strikeouts in six shutout innings to help Laurel to an 8-0 win over Millsboro-Georgetown. Photo by Mike McClure

Laurel second baseman Brooke Evans knocked a two-out grounder down, spun, and fired to first baseman Jenna Cahall for a 1-2-3 third inning. Continued on page 45

The Delmar Junior League baseball team trailed West Salisbury, 6-1, before rallying to win the District 8 championship last Wednesday in Delmar. The Delmar all-stars, who earned a berth in the state tournament in Pocomoke, scored three runs in the fifth and five in the sixth and held off West Salisbury and darkness for the 11-8 victory. West Salisbury scored two runs in the top of the first before Delmar’s Thomas

Gray walked and scored a run in the bottom of the inning. West Salisbury added three runs in the second and one in the third for a 6-1 advantage. Delmar put one run on the board in the bottom of the third as Nick McCulley doubled and scored the team’s second run of the game. Delmar starter Nick Cooper worked a 1-2-3 inning in the top of the fourth. In the bottom of the fourth, Thomas Gray drew a two-out walk and went to third on Continued on page 44

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MORNING STAR • JULY 24 - 30, 2008 SGCC’s A l e x i s Carey is shown doing the butterfly in the 18U girls’ individual medley in a meet last week.

Zach Collins swims the backstroke for the SGCC Gators’ swim team last Thursday against the Elks of Salisbury.

SSA 10 and under swimmer, Olivia Duke pulls for the finish line in the 100 yard Individual Medley last Thursday in a home meet against the Lewes Yacht Club. Photo by Elizabeth Bleile

Delmar pitcher Isaac Austin kneels on the mound during a stoppage in play during the District 8 9-10 year-old baseball finals last week in Delmar. Photo by Mike McClure

NYSA soccer signups to take place July 26 The NYSA Fall soccer signups will take place on Saturday, July 26 from 10 a.m. to noon at the NYSA shed. The cost is $35 for the first child, $20 for the second child, and $10 for each additional child. If you miss this signup your child will be put on a wait list. The Fall season starts Sept. 6. Call 629-3530 with any questions.

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Shown (l to r) is the Laurel Major League Pat Knight baseball team: front- Jeremy Metz, Patrick Littleton, Shane Baker, Alan Lubiniecki; middle- Jacob Carney, Drew Dryden, Nickalos Hastings, Daniel Smith, Wade Townley, Caleb Murphy; back- coach George Baker, coach Rick Evans, Kodi Brown, Conner Evans, and coach Joe Metz. Photo by Pat Murphy

Laurel Star Pat Knight Major League baseball scoreboard Delmar’s Dylan Brumbley delivers a pitch during his team’s narrow loss to West Salisbury in the Maryland District 8 finals last week in Delmar. Photo by Mike McClure

Delmar Minor League baseball team loses a heartbreaker, 21-20, in finals By Mike McClure A day after the Maryland District 8 Minor League baseball championship game began, it finally ended in dramatic fashion. The homestanding Delmar allstars, the visiting team in the game, took a 20-19 lead into the bottom of the sixth inning before West Salisbury scored a pair of runs to win the marathon game, 21-20, on Wednesday. The two teams were knotted at 15-15 going into the fifth inning of the game, which began last Tuesday and was halted due to darkness. Play resumed in the top of the fifth inning with Delmar’s Shemar Watts reaching first on an infield single and scoring on a one-out double by Isaac Austin (16-15). In the bottom of the fifth, West Salisbury’s Hunter Niblett walked and went to second on a passed ball. Austin struck out a pair of batters before Niblett went to third on a wild pitch and scored with Drew Cormier (walk) on an error. Charlie Kerrigan (first on error) and Brock Kragler (walk) scored on another error to make it 19-16. But the Delmar team did not give up. They scored four runs in the top of the sixth to regain the lead. Kavon Trader led off with a triple and scored on a sac fly by Dylan Barlow. Dylan Brumbley singled, moved to second on a wild pitch and went to third on a ground out by Tim Ward and Watts drew a walk to put runners on the corners. Brumbley scored when the catcher threw to second and the ball went into center field with Watts reaching second on the play. Logan Thomas worked a two-out walk to put runners on first and second before Sean Cordovilla came on for West Salisbury. The runners moved up on a passed

Delmar’s Logan Thomas rounds second and heads for home on a double by Isaac Austin in the second inning of the two day District 8 9-10 year-old tournament last Tuesday night in Delmar. Photo by Mike McClure

ball and Austin delivered a double to give Delmar the 20-19 lead. West Salisbury came right back in the bottom of the inning as Niblett led off with a double and scored on a double by Cordovilla (20-20). Brumbley, who came on in relief of Austin, struck out the next batter but Drew Cormier singled in the winning run.

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Laurel 6, Georgetown 3 (7/12)- For Laurel, Alan Lubiniecki had a walk and one run scored, Drew Dryden drew a pair of walks, Kodi Brown walked, singled, and scored a run; and Conner Evans walked and scored two runs scored. Nick Hastings walked, doubled, and scored a run, Patrick Littleton singled, Caleb Murphy singled, stole a base, and scored one run, and Jacob Carney stole a base Kodi Brown pitched three innings, giving up one run on two hits with two walks and six strikeouts. Daniel Smith pitched three innings, giving up two runs on one hit and four walks with seven strikeouts. Hastings made a very nice defensive play, throwing out a runner at the plate from left field. Jeremy Metz made the catch and tag and held on to the ball to record the out. For Georgetown, J.T. Tober singled and scored a run and Brent Hansen had a single, two walks, and a run. Millsboro 9, Laurel 7 (7/14)- For Millsboro, Josh Waples had two singles, a walk, and a run and A.J. Green walked, doubled, and scored two runs. For Laurel, Patrick Littleton walked and singled; Nick Hastings walked and scored a run; Alan Lubiniecki drew two walks, stole two bases, and scored a run; and Kodi Brown had two singles and a steal. Jeremy Metz added a single and a hit by pitch; Drew Dryden walked and singled; Daniel Smith scored two runs; and Conner Evans doubled and scored a run. Jacob Carney pitched two innings, Conner Evans pitched one plus innings, and Kodi Brown added two innings as they combined to give up nine runs on seven hits with 11 strikeouts. Laurel 13, Rehoboth 8 (7/16)- For Laurel, Jacob Carney walked and scored a run; Shane Baker and Alan Lubiniecki walked; Patrick Littleton walked and scored two runs; Kodi Brown had two singles and three runs scored; and Drew Dryden walked, singled, and scored two runs. Daniel Smith walked, was hit by a pitch, and scored a run; Conner Evans doubled, walked, and scored two runs; Jeremy Metz contributed two singles, was hit by a pitch, and scored a run; Nick Hastings walked and scored a run; and Caleb Murphy walked. Kodi Brown pitched three innings, giving up one run on one hit with two walks and seven strikeouts. Patrick Littleton pitched two innings, giving up four runs on five hits with four strikeouts; Jeremy Metz pitched two thirds of an inning giving up three runs on one hit; and Daniel Smith pitched to one batter and struck him out. For Rehoboth, Jared McCabe singled, walked twice, and scored three runs and Anthony Elgin had three singled, a walk, and a run. Lower Sussex 10, Laurel 5 (7/17)- For Laurel, Alan Lubiniecki drew two walks and scored two runs; Kodi Brown had two walks, a single, and two runs; Drew Dryden singled, walked, and scored a run; Jeremy Metz singled and walked; and Daniel Smith and Shane Baker each walked. Kodi Brown pitched three innings and allowed eight runs on five hits while striking out six and Caleb Murphy gave up two runs on two hits and struck out six in three innings. For Lower Sussex, Dominic Costantino singled, doubled, and scored two runs and Aaron Peterson hit two doubles and a home run and scored three runs.

Registration now open for 2008 volleyball camp Coach Margie Knight, head volleyball coach at Salisbury University and Wicomico County’s Department of Recreation and Parks have come together again for the 2008 Volleyball Camp. Come out and work with Coach Knight and her SU team as they teach the techniques, positioning and much more that has lead them to years of success. This camp is designed for girls ages 12-17 and runs daily, August 4-8 from 9 amnoon at Salisbury University’s Maggs Gymnasium. The cost to participate for the entire camp is just $130 per player. Registration is open but space is limited. To register visit the Wicomico Civic Center Box Office, open Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, or sign up online at www.wicomicorecandparks.org. For more info call Kelly O’Brien at 410-548-4900 ext. 108.

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A view from the cheap seats By Mike McClure, Star Sports Editor

Delmar’s Brady Scott, shown at the plate during last week’s District 8 Junior League championship game, had two hits and two RBIs in his team’s 11-7 win over West Salisbury. Photo by Mike McClure

Delmar baseball continued a single by Brady Scott and an West Salisbury error, but the runners were left on base. West Salisbury’s Seth Windmuller hit a two-out double off Cooper in the top of the fifth. McCulley came on to get the final out after Cooper reached his pitch count limit. In the bottom of the inning, Cooper drew a one-out walk, Josh Wells singled with two away, and Brandon Parson drew a walk to load the bases. Cory Mattox was hit by a pitch to force in a run, Gray drew a walk to bring in Wells, Scott walked to make it 6-5, and McCulley’s single knotted the score. West Salisbury regained the lead in the sixth when Colin Vaness singled in Brandon Hayward (walk), but McCulley got a come backer and tagged the runner out at the plate following a walk to load the bases before inducing a pop up to end the inning. Delmar rallied for five runs in the bottom of the sixth inning as Cooper walked and scored on a double by Gus Shockley. Shockley went to third on the throw home and came home on a delayed double steal as Wells (walk) took second, drawing the throw. Gray smashed a two-run double to score pinch runner Kyle Dykes (for Parson, who reached on an infield single) and Wells. Brady added an RBI single for an 11-7 Delmar lead as darkness began to set in. In the final inning, Hayward followed

A career in sports- Last spring marked the 10th anniversary of my start in sports writing. I had worked in sports broadcasting for about five years, so if I’m doing the math properly that makes 15 years covering sports for a living. I’m sure a lot of people wish they had a full-time job in a sports related field and believe me, I feel blessed to be doing something I love for a living. Like most careers, the early years were not the easiest. In my radio days I worked the graveyard shift (midnight to 6 a.m.) as a DJ. There were a lot of times that I received a phone call around noon the day after a graveyard shift asking if I could come back in and work that night because somebody called out sick. This must be what led to my radio nickname “Iron Mike,” because I had a Cal Ripken like work ethic, not because I acted like Mike Tyson. I worked for the Lynchburg Hillcats, the “A” affiliate of the Pittsburgh Pirates for one season. I loved this job when it was game time and I was doing play by play on the radio. One of the most peaceful times I’ve ever experienced while working was sitting in the stands watching the players take batting practice prior to the games.

The rest of the time this job was not so fun. I worked a lot of hours and got very little pay. Eventually, I took on a part-time job as a sports reporter for the Sussex Countian. That job led to a full-time job as a news and sports reporter and photographer. After a year of working for many area papers I latched on with the Star and have now been here for six years. This job can be difficult at times because of the amount of hours I have to work on a given week, but I wouldn’t do it if I didn’t love every minute of it. So, if you notice that I’m not at a local game please keep in mind that it’s probably not that I’m off sitting on a beach somewhere (I haven’t been to the beach in three or four months) or out playing golf at a local country club, it’s more likely that I’m covering another game that is equally important to other readers of our papers. Quick hits- I can tell you that we will be making some big improvements to our sports section this Fall. I can not tell you what they are or I’d have to kill you. OK, maybe that’s a little extreme. Congrats to the Laurel Senior League softball team which will be in the World Series for the fourth time in five years.

Delmar’s Cory Mattox makes contact with a pitch for a sacrifice fly during his team’s 11-7 win over West Salisbury last week in Delmar. Photo by Mike McClure

a one out walk with a single to put runners on first and second. McCulley notched a strikeout on a 3-2 pitch before an error loaded the bases and a walk forced in a run. McCulley then got a fly out to right to seal the Delmar win and the District 8 title. McCulley collected three hits including a double, scored a run, and drove in one in addition to picking up the win in relief. Scott went 2-for-3 with two RBIs; Gray was 1-for-2 with a double, three walks, two runs, and three RBIs; Shockley batted 1-for-3 with a double, a run, and an RBI; Wells had a hit and two runs; and Cooper drew three walks and scored two runs.

Laurel’s Alan Lubiniecki runs to first during his team’s Major League Pat Knight baseball game last week. Photo by Lynn Van Pelt

Members of the Delmar Junior League all-star baseball team share a laugh with coach Bill Hearn during a West Salisbury pitching change last week in Delmar. Delmar, which won the District 8 title, is playing in the state tournament in Pocomoke this week. Photo by Mike McClure

Laurel catcher Jeremy Metz gets ready to go behind the plate during a Pat Knight baseball game last week. See more photos in next week’s Star. Photo by Lynn Van Pelt

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SAFE AT THE PLATE- Laurel’s Brooke Evans, top, slides home during a play in last Saturday’s District III championship. Evans had to return to third but later stole home again. Below, Kelsey Oliphant is safe at the plate in her team’s 8-0 win over Millsboro. The win gave Laurel a berth in the Senior Softball World Series. Photos by Mike McClure

Laurel’s Alexis Oliphant round first and goes to second for a double during her team’s 8-0 win over Millsboro/Georgetown in the District III Senior League softball championship last Saturday in Roxana. Photo by Mike McClure

Senior softball continued Millsboro/Georgetown’s Kristen Cooper hit a leadoff double in the fourth and moved to third but was stranded there. In the top of the sixth, Stephanie Wheatley led off the inning with a home run over the center field fence and Jenna Cahall followed with a home run over the left field fence on the next pitch. Melissa Trout singled, Brittney Brittingham walked, and Kelsey Oliphant reached first on a bunt single. Courtesy runner Alyssa Martin scored on a ground out by Alexis Oliphant, Davis walked, Brittingham scored on an error, and Kelsey Oliphant stole home to make it 8-0. Courtney Evans and the Laurel defense finished things off in the bottom of the seventh as Whitney Brittingham and Beth Johnson each singled to leadoff the inning. Evans got a strikeout, a pop out, and a ground out for the 8-0 win. “I think they gelled as a team. They played great,” Allen said of his team, which placed third in the world last year. “They’ve already accomplished so much and we’re just going to look for the icing on the cake.”

Laurel’s Jenna Allen makes contact with a pitch during the District III Senior League softball championship last Saturday. Allen singled in a run in her team’s 8-0 win over Millsboro/Georgetown. Photo by Mike McClure

Laurel first baseman Jenna Cahall stands at the plate during last weekend’s District III championship game. Cahall slugged a solo home run to help lead Laurel back to the Senior League World Series. Photo by Mike McClure

Kelsey Oliphant went 2-for-4 with a run; Alexis Oliphant was 2-for-4 with a double, a run, and an RBI; Yasmin Davis hit 2-for-3 with a double, a run, and an RBI; Stephanie Wheatley batted 2-for-4 with a home run, a run, and an RBI; and Jenna Cahall went 1-for-3 with a home run. Wheatley allowed two hits and struck out seven in six shutout innings and Courtney Evans allowed no runs and struck out one in the final inning. Evans credited Jeff Allen and Kevin Brittingham with helping out with batting practice. He is thankful for the support of all of the parents. Laurel advanced to the championship with a 5-1 win over Lower Sussex on Thursday. Wheatley pitched a complete game while striking out six and hitting a home run; Trout went 2-3 with a run; and Brittney Brittingham scored two runs.

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SSA coach Alison Venables, left, is joined by Lewes Yacht Club coaches, Melissa Bleile and Scott Bleile, right after the meet. Scott Bleile, a Seaford resident and former life guard at SSA, lost to the Dolphins in a close meet, 285-283. Photo by Elizabeth Bleile

JUNIOR SOFTBALL- Above, Georgetown/Millsboro’s Jessica Aiken is thrown out trying to steal, as Woodbridge’s Kate Mullett put the tag onduring last week’s District III Junior League softball championship. Nanticoke’s Elizabeth Ewing gets ready to make a play in the field during a Junior League allstar softball game last week in Seaford. Photos by Lynn Schofer

Post 6 Patriots win four of five games, sweep a pair

Chelsea Procino, shown, left, doing the breast stroke, finished first in the girls’ 18U IM last week. Procino and teammate Alexis Carey finished first and second for the SGCC Gators. #2- SGCC’s Collin Handy is shown swimming the freestyle in the boys’ 8U event recently.

Star Major League Pat Knight baseball scoreboard Nanticoke 18, Laurel 8 (7/19)- For Laurel, Patrick Littleton singled and scored a run; Alan Lubiniecki singled, walked, and scored three runs; Kodi Brown had two walks and two runs; Conner Evans collected two singles and scored a run; and Jeremy Metz walked and singled. Jacob Carney doubled; Drew Dryden walked, singled, homered, and scored a run; and Wade Townley singled. Brown, Dryden, and Patrick Littleton took the mound for Laurel. For Nanticoke, Kyle Glime drew a pair of walks, singled, and scored two runs; Cooper Hearn drew three walks and scored three runs; Tyler Banning had two walks and a run; and Cody Wilkerson singled, tripled, walked, and scored two runs. Josh Rump hit a triple and scored two runs; Jacob Tull was hit by a pitch and singled; Tyler Smith had two singles, two runs, and was hit by a pitch; Jordan Mann walked; Kyle Sturgeon scored a run; Bradley D’Arney singled and scored two runs; and Trevor Bradley had a walk, was hit by a pitch, and scored three runs. Mann, D’Arney, and Sturgeon combined to pitch five innings, giving up eight runs on nine hits with six strikeouts. Tull made a nice play from left field, throwing out a runner at third trying to stretch a double into a triple and Wilkerson made several great plays at shortstop, throwing out a runner at the plate with bases loaded and making a very good catch of a line drive.

Zach Adkins and Korey Hearn combined for a four-hit shutout in the Post 6 Patriots’ 1-0 win over the Post 28 Warriors in a continuation of a game stopped due to darkness on July 8. Adkins held the Warriors to four hits and five innings and Matt Parker drove in Steve Sharff for the only run of the game. In Tuesday’s continuation of the game, Post 28 did make things interesting when Mike Casale led off the top of the seventh with a walk, but he was caught stealing. Hearn struck out Sean Sockriter to clinch the save. Seth Hastings had two hits while James Smith, Eric Sharff, Matt Parker, and Chad Sturgeon each had one hit. In the other game played Tuesday at Indian River, Hearn picked up where he left off as he pitched five innings of shutout ball, scattering three hits and striking out six. Adkins got the save as he allowed two hits and struck out two. Steve Sharff walked and scored a run in the second inning for a 1-0 Patriots’ lead. In the fourth inning, Matt Parker singled, stole second, and scored on a single by Steve Sharff. Sharff and the Warriors’ C.J. Bell each doubled in the game. Post 6 fell to Fox Post 2, 12-0, last Thursday as Fox Post 2 scored seven runs in the first inning. The Patriots bounced back with a pair of wins against Post 25 Middletown on Saturday. In game one, Eric Sharff picked up his second win with a five-hitter and seven strikeouts. Dustin Richards went 2-for-3 with two steals; Parker batted 1-for-3 with a double, a run, and two RBIs; Tyler Ruark had a hit and a run; and Trent Passwaters added a double and an RBI. In game two, Ruark, Richards, and Steve Sharff combined on a five hitter. Passwaters doubled in a pair in the first inning, Parker stole three bases and scored three runs, and Eric Sharff had a hit, a run, and an RBI. Steve Sharff took the mound in relief in the third and allowed only one hit.

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SSA swimmer Maria DeMott powers her way through the water in the first lap of the 50 yard butterfly against the Lewes Yacht Club. The SSA Dolphins defeated Lewes 285-283 in an outstanding effort by both teams. Photo by Elizabeth Bleile

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STAR TEAM OF THE WEEK- Shown (l to r) is JBS Construction, a Woodbridge Major League baseball team which went 7-4 during the season: front row- Jared Hopkins and Anthony Lucke; second row- Patrick Osborne, Logan Wescott, Kani Kane, Joshua Vazquez, and Andrew Larrimore; back row- Manager Tom Head, Nick Smith, Bruce Wardwell, Coach Chana Kane, Brent Adams, Cameron Manaraze, and Coach Jose Vazquez.

Send your team photo to the Seaford/Laurel Star at sports@mspublications.com to be a Star team of the week. Delaware Demolition youth travel baseball team to hold tryouts The Delaware Demolition travel baseball team will be holding tryouts for the 2009 13u season on Sunday, July 27. Tryouts will be held at the Milford Middle School from 2-4 p.m. All participants must be 13 or under on May 1, 2009. Tryout registration forms can be obtained on the team’s website, www.leaguelineup.com/delawaredemolition or at the tryout. The 2009 season will run from Sept. 1, 2008 through August 31, 2009. For more information you can contact Jeff Poore at 302-422-7796 or Dave Brown at 302-424-1501.

Seaford Department of Recreation to hold fall signups The Seaford Department of Recreation is holding signups for the following leagues: Youth Tackle Football- Ages 7-13. The cost is $30 and includes a physical and all equipment. Tryouts are September 6, so sign up early. Youth tackle football clinic- Ages 7-13. The cost is $20. This is a non-contact clinic designed to teach basic fundamentals and skills. It will take place July 29- Aug 2 from 5-8 p.m. This is the last week to sign up for the clinic which will be instructed by Darnell Savage and the recreation football coaches. Call 629-6809 to sign up or for more information. NFL Flag Football- Ages 6-11. The cost is $20 and the league is co-ed. Games start in September and are played on Sunday afternoons. Youth Cheerleading- Ages 7-14. The cost is $40 and includes a uniform that you can keep. Practice starts in September and the girls cheer for the tackle football league on Saturdays. Youth field hockey- Ages 7-12. The cost is $20 and includes a shirt. This is an instructional league that runs on Saturday mornings and starts Sept. 6. On Wednesday, July 16 the Heritage Shores Ladies 18 Hole Golf Association played ‘Red, White & Blue’. The winning team was Margret Brunatti (kneeling) and (l to r) Muriel Waite, Kay Mooney, and Cynthia McDevitt.

August- Thunder Dawgs to hold travel baseball tryouts- The Thunder Dawgs will hold tryouts on Aug. 24 and Aug. 31 at 11 a.m. at the Laurel Little League park. Visit www.leaguelineup.com/thunderdawgbaseball for more information. Fall- Sussex County Sports Foundation fall ball program registrations openThe Sussex County Sports Foundation will be hosting its second annual fall baseball and softball program in Laurel. The league will accept teams such as Little League and travel ball teams. Players must be associated with a team and teams can be formed for this purpose. Doubleheader games will be played every Sunday. Each team will get 10 games and championship games will be played. Games will be played at the Laurel Little League complex. All registrations and payments must be submitted by August 15. Please note you will be playing the ‘09 season age. For more information please visit the league’s website at www.sussexcountysportsfoundation.com or call 302-644-7777. Upward Soccer League Fall signups- Sign up now for the Upward Soccer Sept.Oct. 2008 season. The league, is open to boys and girls ages 6-11, and allows every child to play, learn, and be a winner. The cost for early registration (by Aug. 5) is $50 with family discounts available. Players receive the following: Upward reversible jersey, Upward water bottle, Upward soccer socks, and end of season award and celebration, and equal playing time every game. Forms can be picked up at the Laurel Wesleyan church office at 30186 Seaford Road in Laurel Monday-Thursday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and on Sunday mornings. All practices and games will be at Laurel Wesleyan church. For more info call 302-875-5380.

25th anniversary Make-A-Wish Triathlon to take place Registration is open for the 25th Anniversary Make-A-Wish Triathlon at Sea Colony in Bethany Beach. The event, featuring a 1.5K ocean swim, 40K bike and 10K run, will benefit the Make-A-Wish Foundation of the Mid-Atlantic and will take place Sept. 20. For additional information and to register, visit midatlantic.wish.org or call 301962-9474. The Make-A-Wish Foundation of the Mid-Atlantic, Inc. is a nonprofit organization that fulfills the wishes of children with life-threatening medical conditions to enrich the human experience with hope, strength and joy. Founded in 1983, the Foundation has fulfilled the wishes of nearly 6,000 children in Maryland, the District of Columbia, Northern Virginia and Delaware.

The Seaford Bowling Lanes results will return August 7.

Every child plays Every child learns Every child is a winner

Soccer Sept-Oct ‘08 at Laurel Wesleyan Church for boys and girls ages 6-11 (by Aug 31st) Every Child receives : Upward Soccer Reversible Jersey Upward Soccer Water Bottle Upward Soccer Socks & More Registration is $50 per Child ~ Deadline is Aug. 5th Multiple child discounts available Pick up registration forms at Laurel Wesleyan Church 30186 Seaford Hwy, Laurel, De 19956

For more information call 302-875-5380 All practices and games will be at Laurel Wesleyan Church

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Shown (l to r) is the District III Big League softball team which won the state championship Tuesday night in Seaford: front- Haley Quillen, Danielle Haldeman, Kelsey Gallo, Heather Draper; back- coach Brooke Riggleman, Emily Pentoney, Julia Carr, Jenna Adkins, Kelsey Riggleman, Morgan Culver, Kim Owens, Jesse Wallace, Jennifer Carr, and manager Mike Riggleman. Photo by Mike McClure

District III Big League softball team advances to regionals The District III Big League all-star softball team will move on to the Eastern Regionals in West Haven, Conn. with a 1-0 win over District I Tuesday night in Seaford. Starting pitcher Kim Owens doubled in Kelsey Gallo in the bottom of the seventh to clinch the state title for the Sussex County team. Julia Carr led off the inning with a single before giving way to Gallo, who stole second. Owens, who pitched seven shutout innings, delivered a one-out double for the win. The state champs have several members of the Nanticoke and Laurel Senior League softball teams which played in the World Series in Roxana in 2005 and 2006. The Eastern Regionals will take place August 3-7. See next week’s Star for more on this team.

The Patriots’ Trent Passwaters takes a cut during his team’s 7-6 win over the Milford Red Sox on Tuesday. Passwaters went 1-for-1 with an RBI and a run. Photo by Mike McClure

Post 6 Patriots use four run second to top Milford, 7-6 The Post 6 Patriots scored four runs in the second and added one in the third and two in the fourth to top the Milford Red Sox, 7-6, Tuesday night in Seaford. Milford scored three runs in the final inning to make it close, but Lance Kelley held them off to get the save. Seth Hastings went 2-for-4 with a run and two RBIs while Dustin Richards, Steve Sharff, and Trent Passwaters each had a hit, a run, and an RBI. Eric Sharff added a hit and a run and Kelley doubled. Steve Sharff picked up the win in relief as he allowed three runs on four hits and struck out six in four innings. Kelley allowed no runs on two hits for the save.

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Education

Greenwood Mennonite School celebrates its 80th anniversary

Celebrating 80 years of Christian education, Greenwood Mennonite School announces a number of family friendly changes for the upcoming school year. New for the 2008–2009 school year • A discount program for new families enrolling students for the 2008–2009 school year. New families will be eligible for a $500 tuition discount per child up to a maximum of $1,000 per family. • A returning family discount for the 2008–2009 school year (who have not attended for a minimum of three years) will be eligible for a $325 tuition discount per child up to a maximum of $750 per family. • Pastor’s families are now eligible for a 20% tuition discount. • Home School students are now able to enroll for specific courses of study to further enhance their educational experience. • An afternoon preschool program. We continue to offer a multi-child discount per child to all families with students attending Greenwood Mennonite School. Affordable school bus service is available from Seaford to Harrington to Milford and points in between at convenient designated locations.

Moderately priced hot lunches are available daily. School facts • Greenwood Mennonite School serves students from pre-kindergarten through grade 12. Students are representative of 30 different local churches in surrounding communities. • 100% of the graduating class of 2008 will be attending the college or university of their choice this fall. • Championship interscholastic athletic programs include competitive sports for all seasons in the Middle School, Junior Varsity and Varsity levels for male and female students. • Our award winning music department had All State band and choir members this past year. Numerous public performances are held locally and abroad throughout the year. Greenwood Mennonite School is a member of the Mid-Atlantic Christian School Association, The Mennonite Elementary Education Council and the Peninsula Athletic Christian Conference. For more information, visit gmsflames.org or contact the school office at 349-4131.

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Education Delmarva Christian celebrates graduation Graduation took on special significance this year as school leaders awarded diplomas to the first group of students who enrolled at Delmarva Christian High School in 2004. Of the graduating class of 26 students, 12 earned additional recognition as “pioneers.” “Four years ago, these students and their families took flight over uncharted territory after a God-ordained vision, which allowed them to help establish something special at DCHS,” said Principal Scott Kemerling. Among the pioneers is Valedictorian Kent Embleton, of Harrington, who remembers attending an open house to learn about DCHS while he was still in middle school. “It’s been amazing to see this school develop from nothing but a dusty field to what we have today,” said Embleton, also honored as the Royal (Student) of the Year. Embleton adds that he feels privileged to have been a part of that small group of students who accepted the academic and spiritual challenges set forth by the distinct Christ-centered school. Both Gov. Ruth Ann Minner and Lt. Gov. John Carney sent special tributes to each of the 12 families. The plaques

commended the families for “fulfilling the vision of supporting a regional high school that allows parents to help train their children academically, physically and spiritually.” The May 30 graduation also recognized other student leaders including: Rachel Lins, of Laurel, Delmarva Christian’s salutatorian and recipient of the Diamond State Classic scholarship; and Michael DiGiacoma, of Georgetown, as recipient of the Royal Service Award. Sussex County Councilman Vance Phillips and Student Leadership Council Senior Executive Jay Collier congratulated the students and addressed the crowd with inspiring words. Kemerling said that the number of graduating seniors has grown from six in the school’s first year to 26. The school has graduated 75 students over the course of four years with 32 students enrolled in the upcoming senior class. “These students have continued to raise the bar and are establishing a baseline for excellence for other students who follow,” he added. “The school will face expansion needs soon,” Kemerling said, as it approaches an enrollment of 200 students in 2009.

Delmarva Christian High School in Georgetown celebrated a graduation milestone this year - the first group of students who started as freshmen when the school opened in 2004 graduated this year.

Officials from the Nigerian House of Representatives visit Delaware Tech

Seven members of the Federal Republic of Nigeria’s House of Representatives Committee on Water Resources visited the Environmental Training Center at Delaware Technical & Community College in Georgetown on June 30. The purpose of their visit was to receive training in water and wastewater operator certification as well as education policy. Organized at the request of the World Trade Center Delaware, the visit introduced the Nigerian officials to the process of water and wastewater operator training and the infrastructure needed to implement a successful program. Nigeria is Africa’s most populous country with population estimates between 138 and 148 million. A large oil producer, it also has significant environmental problems. The availability of clean water and sanitation is one of Nigeria’s most pressing concerns. According to Representative Peter K. Odebunmi, leader of the delegation, in Nigeria less than 50 percent of the urban population has access to drinking water. The sanitation system is worse, with the only sewage treatment plant located in Abuja, the capital city. Delegates explained that since the cost of building new drinking water and sewage treatment plants is very

Delaware Tech Environmental Training Center faculty and staff stand with members of Nigeria’s House of Representatives Committee on Water Resources, the executive director from the World Trade Center Delaware and two business representatives. The Nigerian delegation attended a water and wastewater training seminar and discussion at the Owens Campus on June 30.

expensive, the type of training that Delaware Tech provides will be very helpful in increasing the ability of their industry to better deliver services while protecting the environment. When asked about their experience at Delaware Tech’s Environmental Training Center, Carol Asan, secretary

of the Committee on Water Resources, stated “We’ve never seen technology at work like this before.” “We hope that the members of the delegation will take back what they have learned. Our hope is to marry U.S. technology with our own cultural values.”

Following their trip to the Environmental Training Center, the officials visited the Kent County Regional Wastewater Treatment Plant. The delegation also visited members of the United States Congress and celebrated Independence Day at the White House.

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Letters to the Editor Appreciates choice of beneficiary

To the organizers of the Nanticoke Riverfest and the Survivor Challenge I would like to express my appreciation for your choice of beneficiary, the Spuck & Lib Bennett Scholarship fund. After my mother passed away, the Bennett children established a scholarship for a graduating senior in our dealer territory, who was going to college to continue in the education field. This could be in administration or as a teacher. My parents, who were both teachers, felt strongly that our education is very important to the strength of our community. Since the first scholarship was handed out we have given away almost $20,000 and have raised the annual amount to $1,500 a year for the first four years of a college education. It is through the efforts of the HarleyDavidson employees and the community support such as the Survivor Challenge that lets us award this scholarship every year. Once again I would like to thank the organizers and participants of this year’s Survivor Challenge for their support and I hope they had as much fun as our team did. Bill Bennett

Seaford

Seaford residents be very afraid

Every resident of Seaford needs to attend a Council meeting to see how your Seaford town government functions — you might be amazed at how they look after your tax dollars and take your interests into consideration. You also might come away from each meeting with a lot of unanswered questions and concerns. I attended the June 24 meeting because I was concerned about the entire city reassessment and wanted to find out the status of the 2004 unlawful reassessment of

Stars’ Letters Policy All letters should include the writer’s name, address and phone number for verification purposes. Names will be published. No unsigned letters will be published. No letters which the management deems to be libelous will be published. The Star reserves the right to edit or reject any letters. Send your letters to Morning Star Publications, PO Box 1000, Seaford, DE 19973, or email morningstarpub @ddmg.net 899 homes in Seaford. I found it incredulous that only 20 or so folks appeared to challenge their assessment. Every argument I heard had credibility and was well documented. I find it hard to believe that out of 6,000 plus residents only that small number was concerned enough to appeal the results. I was one of the 899 from 2004 and was satisfied with the new 2008 appraisal because it proved that the one done by Westergren in 2004 was bogus and invalid. I had great empathy for the challengers and wish them well. During the meeting a presentation was made by C. Anderson to add 2,400 square feet to the current police station and upgrade 911 and emergency systems for the

area. The projected cost appears to be $1.7 million — a lot of money for 2,400 square feet. I asked who would pay for this and I was told Seaford taxpayers would foot the bill. I then asked if the county or state or emergency preparedness had been sought out to help share the cost since all would benefit from the new systems. The answer was no and Seaford would pay the full cost. I sure hope the crime rate goes down as well. I wonder if anyone on the council, or Dolores Slatcher, city manager, thought of getting former mayor Danny Short involved in his new capacity with the Legislature? Another major agenda item was the passage of the 2009 Budget which was presented by way of pie charts that showed income and expenditures, but made no comparison to 2008 actual expenditures and income versus 2009. Therefore, no one could tell which items were going to increase or decrease from 2008. We are talking about a budget of some $28 million and not one council member asked a single question. When I raised my hand to ask a question from the public, the motion was made and the budget was passed. I was intentionally ignored. I can’t believe that no one on the council is concerned how we spend $28 million. This is the first budget presentation I have ever seen without any accountability or responsibilities highlighted. Mayor Ed Butler raved about how tight the budget was and commended the city manager on a job well done. I wonder why he wouldn’t allow any questions. I wonder how much the 2009 budget was higher than the 2008 actual expenditures. Seaford residents need to understand that in the last four years, Seaford has raised taxes and in 2007 raised every tax on the books and even explored a new license fee tax on rentals, motels and businesses — all this while Bridgeville, Laurel and Georgetown have not raised taxes in the last two years.

Even for the 2009 budget, with the new assessment, Seaford tax revenue will increase over $80,000 even though the rate was cut. The state of Delaware was forced to cut expenditures due to a shortfall in taxes for 2008. I wonder if the city of Seaford could function under the same restraints. Remember also the city Electric Tax for 2008-2009 has been raised to cover increased costs from the supplier as well as to provide additional reserve funds, another slush fund for the city manager to play with. Remember, since the property tax rate has been lowered because of the new assessment, it can be raised every year. I encourage the residents of Seaford to attend the council meetings and see how your interests are being protected. If you choose not to follow the activities...be very, very afraid. Ted Gruwell

Seaford

Governor’s race is important

We all know that the Presidential election this year is extremely critical to our nation’s future, but almost as critical is this year’s gubernatorial election here in Delaware. After looking at both candidates, I’m supporting John Carney because of his innovative thinking and his dedication to the First State. John Carney has the right ideas, and the ability to make them happen. From his strong support for the Bluewater Wind project to his work fighting cancer, he’s been out front on the important issues and taken action to get things done. That’s what I want in my next Governor — someone who appreciates the state the way I do, and who’s working to make it better. John Carney’s going to make an outstanding Governor. Marlene H. Collins

Laurel

Pass the buck no more and take some of the blame, too Recent polling shows Americans are more pessimistic about EV ODD ROFFORD their future than ever. So much of that stems from leadership. This I sure hope my kids week, the President’s approval ratdon’t hear his quote and ing was all the way down to 28.6%. Meanwhile, Congressional use it as one more reaapproval ratings are at a 30-year son not to take responsilow of 14%. The most telling indicator of bility for their own acwhat kind of trouble we are in came from Harry Reid, Democrattions. ic Senate majority leader, when he said the reason Congress had such abysmal marks from the American people. a low approval rating was because the Here are 10 suggestions that might open a President’s rating was so low. little more honest dialogue for the AmeriHow is that for a textbook example of can people to express their disappointment passing the buck? I sure hope my kids and start to make progress: don’t hear his quote and use it as one more 10. “I think our grades are so low bereason not to take responsibility for their cause we cannot get past partisanship to own actions and their own results. accomplish anything of significance. Our How might Reid have more approprifighting becomes the main issue instead of ately responded to the question of their

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the issue itself.” 9. “Maybe people are tired of our porkbarrel spending that keeps using hardearned American dollars to buy our reelection every six years.” 8. “Maybe the people want us to do something instead of blaming everything from global warming to my neighbor’s toothache on the President.” 7. “I think our acceptance grades would improve if we would actually deal with our immigration issue instead of sticking our finger to the wind to see what will be most popular.” 6. “I think we would score better if we actually once balanced a budget instead of proposing to accomplish it eight, 12 or 20 years from now. I think we should balance our national budget in the same way each of you is required to do it in your homes.” 5. “Maybe we should pay back social security and make it solvent again.”

4. “Seeing that gas is heading past $4 per gallon, we think it might be a good idea to drill responsibly within our own lands and off our own shores. Maybe we could get a hold of some of our own oil and reduce our dependency on dangerous Middle-Eastern nations.” 3. “We have decided that our approval will increase when we start using the money we already have wisely instead of planning to increase the tax on an already burdened people.” 2. “I suppose I need to confess that the surge worked instead of badmouthing it just because it was the President’s idea. Let’s see what we can do to responsibly get our troops home instead of sending dozens of ‘get them out right now’ bills through that have no chance of passing.” 1. “I’m sorry and I resign.” (Probably about 90 of your comrades should join you in that one.)

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popular Railroad Café in Delmar. Above, loyal customers Bill Davis, standing, and Gary Horseman horse around. See page 1 for a story about the restaurant. Photos by Pat Murphy.

LIONESS FELLOWS - The Laurel Lioness Club recently awarded fellowships to three of its members at its annual Charter Night. From left: Terry Small, recipient of the James McCarty Fellowship; Sara Ellis, recipient of the Ralph Helm Fellowship; and Eleanor Paradee, recipient of the Ralph Helm Fellowship. These awards were in honor of the recipients’ humanitarian service through their good work with the Laurel Lioness Club. Submitted photo

GOAT KEEPER - Erin Hastings, 13, of Laurel cuddles with two of her favorite goats, Ashley and Ashley’s adoptive mother, Buttercup. Hastings has donated money from the sale of goats to the American Cancer Society. See page 21 for more. Photo by Pat Murphy.

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Good Samaritan is reminder of the kindness of Laurelites Sometimes it takes something special to make us realize just how fortunate we are to live right here in Laurel. That something does not necessarily require being a big event. But, it does require being special. And unexpected. Just such a situation happened last week. On one of the hottest days of summer, as I concluded shopping for groceries and was unloading the cart to the checkout moving table so that I could pay the cashier, then trying to smile and be pleasant as he rang up the ever-increasing prices of my purchases, followed by the bags being placed back in the cart, and finally pushing the cart out to the parking area and unloading the bags into the trunk of the car, the most pleasant happening occurred to me. By the time I finished placing all the bags into the trunk I must admit I was looking forward to getting home and enjoying a nice tall glass of iced tea and sitting and resting for a few moments. Of course, this would only happen after the groceries had been put in their proper place at home after yet another unload procedure. But, miracle of miracles, the special event happened. I prepared to slam the trunk door shut and take the cart to the special area in the parking lot when a young lady appeared at my side, and with a gentle voice and a broad smile said, “Ma’am, may I return the cart for you?” Talk about being surprised, I definitely was! Maybe it was the fact that by now I was sweating profusely due to the excessive heat of the day, or maybe the exertion from all of the loading and unloading was shown on my aging face. Maybe she was reminded of an aging relative or friend when she saw me maneuvering the groceries into the truck. There could be a dozen reasons why she offered to be so nice. Whatever the reason for her kindness, I was certainly impressed that hot summer day and deeply appreciated her helpfulness. This young lady had also been shopping, had filled and unloaded her own cart and had a young boy with her who happily skipped along beside her cart as she

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Doing the Towns Together LAUREL AND DELMAR SOCIALS SARAH MARIE TRIVITS • 875-3672 Young Rider Lewis came from Chicago to visit his grandparents, Robert and Billie Jane Wheatley. He just must be here this time of the year so he can ride on PopPop’s big tractor, help pick melons and take a quick trip to the Block to check on all the produce going through there. And, oh yes, he greatly enjoyed the rodeo at Harrington last Friday night. He returned home on Wednesday where he can now enjoy watching his Chicago Cubs play ball! Ted and Carol Mulder have arrived here from Canada, making their way to Florida by way of traveling along the east coast and taking in all the high spots along the way. They’re here now visiting their friend, Flaudine Otwell, and will continue on later this week. The Laurel Lioness Club ladies partook of delectable food and much fun and fellowship at their annual summer social at the home of Alfred and Suzanne Layton Sunday, July 20. Joanne Mitchell, her sister Darlene and Darlene’s husband, Brian Tatman, took a trip to Washington last week for some warm weather sightseeing and, I understand, a great deal of walking. They visited Arlington Cemetery, the Lee Mansion and Mount Vernon and said they did not realize there were hills in D.C. But they found and navigated them during their visit. Howard McCrea has returned home after receiving a second round of chemo. He came through without being sick and is now home until Aug. 7. He feels great, is getting his strength back and wishes to thank everyone for their prayers and thoughtfulness during this difficult time. “There is a long way to go but your prayers are working, with sincere thanks,” said Howard and his wife, Peggy. Notes from Delmar this week include a visit from Pvt. Michael Truitt and wife, Dawn, to friends and family. After this short leave, they returned to Ft. Drum, N.Y. There will be many local people who will be saddened at the news of the clos-

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Opinion Editorial Finding our heart and soul Heart and soul, I fell in love with you Heart and soul, the way a fool would do, madly Because you held me tight And stole a kiss in the night When lyricist Frank Loesser wrote those words to go with music by Hoagy Carmichael, chances are pretty good that he wasn’t thinking of Sussex County. Stealing kisses in the night has more to do with romance than with love of place. Even so, we understand why organizers of the ongoing initiative to define the character of Sussex County use the same two words Loesser used — heart and soul — to explain what they are looking for. They are looking for the very essence of our county — the heart that keeps it moving and the soul that keeps it grounded. At a public meeting held in mid-June, Bill McGowan, Laurel, the Extension agent who is at the forefront of the Heart & Soul of Sussex County effort, led a discussion about the 1,000 comments he had received from people trying to define the Sussex character. As a guiding principle, the group finally came up with the statement, “Sussex County is agriculture and small towns, coastal resort and maritime, deeply and seamlessly connected by history, place and people.” Of course, we all know that there is more to the county than that. Despite our fondest wishes, Sussex is also crowded highways and polluted waterways. In the face of development, our farmers are suffering and our small towns are sprawling all over the place. But perhaps the answers to our problems lie in understanding them first, and in appreciating how continuing on the course we are on will change forever the Sussex County we claim to love. And perhaps the first step in that process is defining that county, and the characteristics that make it unique. So we thank McGowan for his efforts and for his dogged insistence that things can be made better if we only talk about them. And we encourage all Sussex Countians, native and newcomer, to work to understand the heart and soul of our county. As McGowan told the group he led last month, “This is about what you cherish and what you do not want to go away.”

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Frank and I disagree about Fox news By coincidence Frank Calio and I RYANT ICHARDSON have chosen to write about Fox News. That’s where the The writer’s persimilarity ends. sonal viewpoint Frank thinks Fox News is bias. I think should not be eviFox News is fair and balanced in its apdent by reading a proach to news gathnews account. ering and reporting. Frank thinks Fox news reports and deemphasize, I suppose, that no one cides for us. I believe Fox presents there really cared to hear what he both sides of an issue and lets peowas saying. Interestingly, though, ple form their own opinions. they said he received a standing Frank again takes time to blame ovation at the end of his speech. President Bush for all the world’s I know there were many times woes. I believe there’s plenty of when the MSNBC cameras could blame to pass around. have caught folks enthusiastically Frank thinks the reporting on the applauding McCain. Instead they other news shows is better. I very led viewers to believe that he lulled much disagree. those in attendance to sleep. For example, on MSNBC this Is this the fair coverage that past week they showed John McFrank is talking about? Cain speaking at the NAACP conFrank says other news channels vention. They showed one member usually have a political commentaof the audience apparently sleeping tor from both political parties who and another yawning. This was to give the spin for their team. I hear

the same on Fox News. The very first principle I learned in the journalism field was the law of neutral reporting. That is, news articles must present both sides of an issue. This requires integrity on behalf of the journalist to fairly and accurately report what each side is saying. The writer’s personal viewpoint should not be evident by reading a news account. In other words, present the facts and get out of the way. I believe Fox does adhere to the principle of neutral reporting. Some of my friends think otherwise and that Fox leans to the right. I surmise that viewers are not used to watching news shows that present the views of conservatives, so when these views are presented along with other viewpoints, it shocks them. Maybe some feel that news shows should only present views with which they agree. I want to hear both sides. My opinion is that Fox is best at allowing both sides to speak.

Consistency & predictability key to wind power’s success By James A. Wolfe Congratulations to Delmarva Power and Bluewater Wind on reaching an agreement to allow a wind power installation off the coast of Delaware to go forward. Thanks to their willingness to negotiate, Delaware has the opportunity to lead the nation in offshore wind power generation. Of equal importance: Accord between the two companies was reached through business-to-business negotiations – not by a government mandate. This sends a strong message about Delaware’s business-friendly climate and our support of innovative entrepreneurial ventures at a time we need them the most. We’ve got to protect the jobs we have and come up with creative ideas to attract new business, such as wind power generation, to the state. Throughout the wind power negotiations, the Delaware State Chamber of Commerce outlined

GUEST COLUMN three goals that we believed were good for renewable energy, good for the parties involved and good for Delaware’s business climate. We supported the development of renewable energy sources, including wind. We wanted business to negotiate with business – not under the force of the state legislature. And third, we wanted Delmarva Power to be able to purchase wind power at the best price available. All three of these objectives are firmly grounded in business fundamentals. We are pleased that with the help of Senate Majority Leader Tony DeLuca, who led the negotiations, all three goals were attained. Businesses need predictability to operate profitably. They need to know ahead of time what the rules and regulations are and the process and procedures for questioning and

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amending them. At the same time, it is crucial that businesses know that they can conduct negotiations business to business and not by government fiat. We must protect predictability and consistency if we want to retain the companies we have and attract the entrepreneurial ventures that can contribute so much to our economy. Keeping business strong and protecting jobs is more important than ever in these tough economic times. Delaware is putting the pieces in place to build an environment that is attractive to and supportive of entrepreneurs and new businesses such as Bluewater Wind. We are hopeful that the off-shore wind project will develop into a regional wind farm and are actively engaged in helping make that happen. Consistency and predictability will be central to our success. James A. Wolfe is the president and CEO of the Delaware State Chamber of Commerce.

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I want my money back for the federal government I feel the need to clarify something I wrote in last week’s final word. I included Social Security in my “dangers of government dependence” rant, but failed to define my position on that particular issue. I do not think that America’s senior citizens should feel any guilt or shame for collecting Social Security. In most cases our seasoned citizens have paid the Social Security tax since they were old enough to land their first job. My problem is not with this generation of collectors, but with my own generation. My argument is a simple one: Why in the world am I forced to trust the government to save my money for me? If I want to save for retirement, I should do it on my own. If I don’t want to save, the consequences are my own. In short, I want the money I have been forced to give the Federal Government over the past 13 years back! I’ve said it before and I’ll keep saying it until I die. It is my responsibility to take care of Laura Rogers and no one else’s. I DO NOT want the Federal Government saving my money for me. I assure you, saving for the retirement of each citizen was not one of the intended functions of our government when it was conceived! Some will argue that if the government doesn’t save money for us, we won’t save it on our own. Maybe so, but when did our government become responsible for making sure that the citizenry makes responsible personal choices? I would give up my right to collect the money I have been taxed since my first job in 1995 if I could stop paying Social Security tax today and take full control of my retirement savings. Let’s face it, for my generation, there’s no guarantee that money will be available to collect anyway. Like I said last week, a populous dependent on a central government from cradle to grave is dangerous at best. This mind set in government has done nothing more than steal the freedom each of us has to make our own decisions and replaced it with more government control. More government means less liberty and that’s not an opinion, it’s a fact. Laura Rogers

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Internet chatter: Chapter one

To set the stage for the following comments, last week Frank Calio passed along to me the following: “Dear MoveOn member, “Last week, we kicked off a campaign to stop FOX from launching racist and hate-filled smears against Barack and Michelle Obama. Good news: Over 428,000 people have signed a message protesting FOX. That’s unprecedented— thanks for signing! Early next week, our partners at ColorOfChange.org will hold a major event to deliver boxes and boxes of petition signatures to FOX’s headquarters.” Bryant Richardson

Final Word now relying on MoveOn.org as a source. Oops, I’m sorry, Frank. I forgot that you don’t care who your source is, or even if they provide the truth as long as it supports your position. But, in my humble opinion, to rely on MoveOn as a source for blasting Fox News is basely hypocritical. Am I correct in assuming that Frank’s next article will be an attack on the New Yorker for smearing the Obamas? Certainly, Frank would support John McCain, “George Bush’s clone” in denouncing the New Yorker. Bryant, I think it would be wise to consider putting a disclaimer on Frank’s weekly article in the Morning Star, to remind the readers that he is a columnist. It is truly a shame that such writing talent has to be tainted by his blatantly biased diatribes. Bob Wooten

New Bern, NC

Internet chatter: Chapter three

Bob, you read my mind; you’ll love my next column. Thank goodness Bryant, even though our political views are quite

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Internet chatter: Chapter two

Bryant, just wanted to let you know that Frank blind copied me on this message. I don’t know what his motive was. I think senility has set in if Frank’s

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different, has an open mind and has been very fair to me. Apparently you haven’t received this week’s STAR in New Bern, but you’ll see he can give it back. Bob, it’s called freedom of the press. Apparently our teacher, Mr. Fisher, failed to get that across to you. Had you known Willard Fisher was a Democrat would you have asked him to put a disclaimer on everything he taught that you disagreed with? Frank Calio Star columnist

Internet chatter: Chapter four

Teachers teach, students learn. What I learned from Mr. Fisher was that freedom of the press carries with it a deep responsibility with it to tell the truth. You must have been asleep that day. I would have not required a disclaimer from Mr. Fisher, regardless of his political affiliation, because he purpose was to teach, not distort facts. As just a small example of your distortions, your July 10 statement says: “And to add insult to injury to the Alaskans, especially when a great number of the natives live off the land there.” Strange statement by you, since Alaskans support drilling in Northeast Alaska because it will provide income and support their economy. Also, I’ve been missing all of those oil tankers when crossing the Chesapeake Bay on my frequent trips to Delmar. Do you suppose Cheney has had Halliburton use

DOD’s stealth technology to hide them from everyone, except liberals? I am reminded by President Ronald Reagan’s writings that you truly fit the definition of of a liberal: “The trouble with our liberal friends is not that they are ignorant; it’s just that they know so much that isn’t true.” Bob Wooten New Bern, NC

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