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VOL. 11 NO. 51 KEEPING SOLDIERS SUPPLIED - Area couple has sent 1,000 pounds of snacks and other goodies to Afghanistan. Page 2 STILL FIGHTING LIQUOR STORE Residents speak out at a public hearing against Laurel Liquors, planned for Central Avenue. Alcohol commissioner’s decision is expected within a couple weeks. Page 5 HISTORIC MANSION DEMOLISHED Lawrence, one of only two houses of its kind in the state, is torn down, in spite of efforts to save it. Page 10 ANNEXATIONS PENDING - Owner of Royal Farms wants more property to expand. Town holds a public hearing on the request. Page 14 VOLUNTEER PROFILE - Area firefighter is third generation to volunteer. Page 8 GOING TO REGIONALS - The Laurel Major League softball team won the state championship for the second straight year and will play in the Eastern Regionals in Albany, N.Y., starting Saturday. Page 39

VICTORIOUS! The Laurel Senior League allstar softball team does a victory lap with the District III banner after winning the district title last Friday. The Laurel stars will now represent District III in the Senior League World Series. See story on page 39. Photo by Mike McClure

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Church with centuries-old past needs some help from the present Community meeting of Old Christ Church League set for Sunday By Debbie Mitchell The future of a local historic landmark will be the topic of a meeting this Sunday in Laurel. The Old Christ Church League will hold a community meeting on July 29 at 1 p.m. in St. Philip’s Parish Hall, to discuss the future of Old Christ Church and its protector, the Old Christ Church League. Said the Rev. Rita B. Nelson, rector at St. Philip's, “If the Old Christ Church League is going to be a viable organization into the future, we need as many as possible at this meeting to organize and move forward.” Old Christ Church, on Chipman’s Pond about a mile east of town, is owned by St. Philip’ and is on the National Register of Historic Places. Built in 1771, the church is said to be one of only about a dozen churches along the Atlantic Coast to survive unaltered from America’s preRevolutionary War period. The Old Christ Church League was formed in 1922 to maintain and administer the church. “Old Christ Church should be preserved through future generations, and we would like to establish a plan for this,” said Nelson. According to her, the structure of the league had disappeared over the last few years. In 2006, efforts were made to reestablish the organization; now, it has 65 members. Attending Sunday services in Old Christ Church led Jeff and Wendy Dolby to get involved with the league last year. The Dolbys help maintain the

Worshippers exit Old Christ Church on July 22, on a picture-perfect, 75-degree July Sunday. Photo by Pat Murphy

grounds, open and close the church on Sundays and prepare for services. “At 7 a.m. or 8 a.m., it is quiet on the lake, and being there takes you back in time. It is peaceful and feels like it could be 1771,” said Jeff. He added that Old Christ Church is dear to his heart and he feels compelled to be a part of preserving the structure. “Some of those who have been active in the past are no longer able to. I am getting to a new stage of life and am willing to do my part,” he said.

Dolby said that maintaining the exterior of the church is critical. Nelson added that the church needs work on its siding, shutters, floorboards and pews. “We have serious work,” she said. “Restoring and preserving is a major job.” Nelson estimates that $100,000 could be needed to do the job right. Dolby hopes to see a group of people come forward at the July 29 meeting, who are interested in finding ways Continued on page 4

Board president censured for nepotism By Lynn R. Parks Long-time Laurel School Board member Jerry White has been censured by the Delaware State Public Integrity Commission, for using his position to obtain a job with the district for his daughter. This comes following a recommen-

dation for censure by the state auditor’s office. In addition, the public integrity commission “found reason to believe that a violation of criminal law had occurred,” according to the auditor’s office. The case has been referred to the state Attorney General’s office for potential criminal prosecution.

White faces a possible fine of up to $10,000 and/or one year in prison. White, 59, who was just installed as school board president at the July 16 meeting, said that he found out about the censure last Wednesday. “I was totally surprised,” he said. “I didn’t even know anyone was investiContinued on page 4

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Supplies for the soldiers By Lynn R. Parks Since their son went to Afghanistan on his second mission as part of the 82nd Airborne Division based at Ft. Bragg, N.C., Bonnie and Ray Kern have sent about 1,000 pounds of food and supplies to the men in his company. Included in the care packages have been birthday boxes for every man in the company. “Do you know how good it feels, to walk into the post office with one of these boxes, all ready to go?” asked Ray Kern, whose stepson Dean Rayne, 37, is a Blackhawk helicopter pilot. “This certainly benefits the boys over there. But is also very rewarding to the people who send the supplies.” Included in the items the Kerns send to Afghanistan are donations from people who attend the Gospel Café, a Saturdaynight ministry sponsored by Christ United Methodist Church, Laurel. “We announced that we had this list of men we were sending supplies to, and asked people to contribute whatever they could,” Ray said. “I told them that even if it was just a pack of gum, whatever they could contribute would make them a part of this effort. People started bringing stuff in, so much stuff that that table,” gesturing toward a table between the kitchen and dining area in the Kerns’ Seaford home, “was full, and there was still more stuff all around it.” In exchange, the Gospel Café now displays a framed folded U.S. flag that flew on a Blackhawk helicopter during an Afghan mission. The men in Rayne’s company sent the flag to the members of the group, in thanks for their support. The Kerns started sending supplies to Rayne’s company during his first tour in Afghanistan. Bonnie Kern made a batch of Rice Krispie treats for her son and heard back that they were quite the hit among his comrades. She made a habit of regularly sending batches of the treats. When Rayne had to go back to Afghanistan in January, his parents asked for the names and birthdays for the men in his company. “I am a Vietnam War veteran,” Ray Kern said. “When we came back from Vietnam, we were cursed at, we were spit on. I knew that I didn’t want that to happen to these guys. They are only over there doing what they are ordered to do.” Each box contains a note, written by

Ray and Bonnie Kern, and their dogs, sit next to a table filled with supplies bound for their son’s company in Afghanistan. Photo by Lynn R. Parks

Bonnie, saying that the contents were donated by the members of the Gospel Café and explaining what the Gospel Café is. “I tell them that I am Dean’s mother, I wish them a happy birthday, and I tell them how God made this day special because they were born then,” she said. One member of Rayne’s company, Michael Carey, got a special treat in his birthday box. When Bonnie learned that his wife was expecting a baby, she included several items of baby clothing, laid out on top of all the other supplies. “I almost cried when I saw the baby clothes,” Carey wrote in a thank-you email. When Carey’s daughter, Joanna, was born July 4th, the Kerns were among the first people to get notice of the birth. Many people from the Gospel Café have started sending birthday cards to the men. “The guys just couldn’t believe the number of people who were sending perfect strangers birthday cards,” Bonnie said. Organizers and performers with the Gospel Café are planning a road trip to Fayetteville, N.C., to greet Rayne’s company when it returns to Ft. Bragg in February. But even then, after their son and his fellow soldiers are back home, the Kerns will not stop sending supplies to Afghanistan. “We will continue,” said Bonnie. “There is no need to stop. We will get the list of names of the men who replace Dean’s company and send them birthday boxes. We will keep it rolling.” Why? “It just makes us happy,” she said. “It makes us feel all nice and warm inside. “And you just know,” she added, “that it makes God smile.”

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Delaware Tech to launch Legacy Society Delaware Technical & Community College will launch a new initiative this fall to recognize donors who generously support the college. The Legacy Society is a special group of individuals who make significant gifts to the college during their lifetime and/or have announced their intention to leave a donation to the college

via a bequest or another form of planned giving. Membership in the Legacy Society occurs when an individual contributes cumulative lifetime gifts of at least $50,000 or commits a planned gift to the college. Gifts of any type are welcomed – cash, real estate, land, charitable gift annuities, life insurance, securities, or items of

Three wild birds test positive for West Nile Three dead wild birds collected by the Delaware Mosquito Control Section have tested positive for West Nile virus following analyses by the Delaware Public Health Laboratory, as reported by the Lab on July 18. West Nile virus is a mosquito-borne disease capable of sickening or even killing people and horses. The three virus-positive birds were found in or near the following areas: a crow from the Tally Hill area of Wilmington on June 27, a cardinal from the Marydel area on July 1, and a robin from the Claymont area on July 3. According to Mosquito Control Administrator William Meredith, Ph.D., peak activity in the mid-Atlantic region for both West Nile virus and EEE typically happens from about the second week in August through the second week in October. West Nile virus has been present every year in varying degrees in Delaware since 2001. People Should take common-sense precautions against mosquito bites, noted Meredith. This includes wearing long-sleeved shirts and long pants in mosquitoprone areas, applying insect repellent and avoiding mosquito-infested areas or times of peak mosquito activity around dusk, dawn or throughout the evening. To reduce mosquitobreeding, people should drain or remove items that collect water, such as buckets, birdbaths, rain barrels, old tires, flowerpot liners, depressions in tarps covering boats, clogged rain gutters, and unused swimming pools. The worst outbreak of West Nile virus in Delaware occurred in 2003, when there were 17 confirmed human cases of the disease and two fatalities, plus 64 stricken horses. Nationwide, as of July 10, the CDC reports 26 human cases for 2007, occurring in

11 states clustered in the northern plains or south-central areas of the country, along with California. “It is still early in summer for amplification and spread of West Nile virus across the country,” said Meredith. By the end of 2006, there were 4,269 reported cases of West Nile virus in humans (with 177 fatalities) occurring in 43 states. Delaware had no human cases last year. The majority of humans infected with West Nile virus typically have only symptoms similar to a mild flu, if they show any signs at all; 20 percent of those infected develop a mild illness which includes fever, body and muscle aches, headache, nausea, vomiting and rash. A very small percentage of patients, usually the elderly, develop severe neurological disease that results in meningitis or encephalitis (inflammation of the brain). Symptoms may include sudden onset of severe headache, high fever, stiff neck, confusion and muscle weakness. Individuals with these symptoms should see their physician immediately. Delaware’s State Veterinarian, Sara Busch, DVM, said, “I am urging horse owners to assist with prevention efforts by making sure their horses are vaccinated against West Nile virus.” Suspect sick or dead wild birds for the species of interest (crows, bluejays, cardinals, robins, hawks and owls) when monitoring for West Nile virus can be reported to the Mosquito Control Section from Monday through Friday between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. by calling 422-1512. Calls made after business hours or during weekends or holidays can be recorded on a taped message. The Mosquito Control phone numbers above should also be used for citizens to report intolerable numbers of biting mosquitoes.

appreciated value. Gifts can be made as permanent endowments to the Educational Foundation to benefit the greatest needs of a campus or to support scholarships or specific college programs. Endowments may also be named in honor of a loved one whose memory will be shared through special tribute cards dis-

tributed to students benefiting from the gift. In addition, Legacy Society gifts may provide the donor with an opportunity to name a campus building, gymnasium or classroom. Any individual who has made a bequest unknown to the college or who would like to discuss making a Legacy Society gift is encouraged to contact Dr. Bar-

bara Ridgely, associate vice president for institutional advancement, at (302) 739-4622 or by email at bridgely@dtcc.edu. Legacy Society members will be invited to a special induction ceremony this fall. Annual membership benefits include special recognition and complimentary tickets to select campus events.

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Criminal charge could mean $10,000 fine, one year in prison Continued from page 1

Mary Ann Torkelson, right, of Laurel enjoys the talent of granddaughter, Ericka Kile at Old Christ Church on Sunday, July 22. Kile is visiting from Decatur, Texas, with family members. Photo by Pat Murphy.

Church to host Sunday services through October Continued from page 1

to generate financial resources and to help build community interest in the church. John Downes walks past the old church daily and remembers learning its history when he was a child. The restoration of the church is a passion for him and he is interested in revitalizing the church services. “I don’t want to see it just sit there, I want to be proactive,” he said. According to Nelson, services were held in Old Christ Church last summer, in July and August. This year, services started in June and will extend to Oct. 7. Morning prayer services start at 9:30 a.m. and average 30 people, about half of whom are St. Philip’s church members and the other half visitors. The church also hosts communion, joint services, special events and activities. According to Dolby, someone stays after the service to offer tours and discuss the building with visitors. Nelson hopes that the organization will look at the state of the building and identify its needs. She hopes to establish committees, elect officers and set criteria to

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For your information: The Old Christ Church League will hold a community meeting on July 29 at 1 p.m. in St. Philip’s Parish Hall, to discuss the future of Old Christ Church and its protector, the Old Christ Church League. For additional information, call St. Philip’s Episcopal Church, 875-3644. plan for succession. “How the organization grows will affect the possibilities,” she said. Travelers often stop at the churchyard to read the grave markers and Nelson would like to have weatherproof holders for literature about the church. Over the years, visitors from all over have come to tour Old Christ Church, including groups from schools, Elder Hostel, the Smithsonian Institution and the Colonial Williamsburg Foundation. The July meeting is open to anyone interested in the preservation of Old Christ Church and membership in the League. The public is greatly welcome, Nelson said. “Old Christ Church is a community treasure,” she added.

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gating.” He was not interviewed by anyone from the state auditor’s office, he said. White added that he does not believe that he did anything wrong. He intends to remain on the board, he said, and to continue serving as its president. According to state auditor Tom Wagner, his office received a complaint on its hot line that White had arranged for his daughter, Jennifer Davis, to be hired by the district as a school nurse at Dunbar Elementary School. Wagner said that, after the district hired someone else for the nurse’s position that was advertised in the summer of 2003, White complained to the district superintendent, Keith Duda, and to Dunbar principal, Jennifer Givens. Subsequently, the district’s original offer was rescinded and the position was offered to White’s daughter. The original candidate had been recommended for the position by a district interview committee. The auditor’s office found that White used his position as a member of the school board to obtain employment for his daughter with the district. According to Delaware state law, public officials cannot use their office for personal gain. They also are banned from involvement in matters in which they have a personal interest. According to the investigation by the public integrity commission, White con-

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Residents speak out at hearing against proposed liquor store By Lynn R. Parks Laurel resident Bruce Farrelly had a potential buyer for his property between Chestnut Street and Central Avenue. But that buyer backed out, Farrelly said, when he found out that a liquor store was being proposed for the area. “He told me right out that he was not going to buy it,” said Farrelly. “This is a residential area. A lot of young people live here and walk up and down that street. It seems that there are plenty of places around Laurel that would be more appropriate for a liquor store than here.” Farrelly was one of about a dozen people who attended a public hearing last week to protest a proposal to allow a liquor store in the vacant store next to the Shore Stop on Central Avenue. The hearing was held in the Sussex County Council chambers before John Cordrey, state commissioner of Alcohol Beverage Control. At the end of the hearing, Cordrey reserved his decision to give him time to review the evidence presented. He said Tuesday that he expects to issue a decision within the next couple of weeks. During the hearing, Eric Howard, attorney for Mike Pellegrino, Selbyville, who wants to open the store, presented a petition with 146 names, supporting the store. The names were gathered from people who were visiting the Shore Stop, Howard said. Pellegrino testified at the hearing that his 1,088-square foot liquor store would be “more upscale” than the five liquor stores currently in Laurel.” It will not be so much for your brown-bag clientele,” he said. But those who spoke out against the store said that the Central Avenue location, across the street from the Western Sussex Boys and Girls Club and a block from the Laurel Nazarene Church, is not suited to a liquor store. “This is just a bad idea, with the Boys and Girls Club directly across the street,” said Kathy Johnson, Laurel. “I am not worried that Mr. Pellegrino would sell alcohol to minors, but that children would be in his parking lot, getting off and on the bus.” “I am worried about what this is saying to the children, that it is OK to buy AUTHENTIC MEXICAN

liquor,” added Sandy Russell, Chestnut Street. Russell is Johnson’s mother. “I realize the state makes money from the sale of liquor,” Russell added. “But I would rather pay Delaware sales tax than have all these liquor stores.” Russell said that if the liquor store moves in, her grandchildren, who often visit her, will not be allowed to walk to the Shore Stop anymore. Wayne Johnson, Kathy Johnson’s husband, told Cordrey that there had been several robberies at the Shore Stop in the last year. “If you open a liquor store there, you will just be bringing more of that element into the area,” he said. “You will just be asking for it.” Pellegrino told Cordrey that he understands state laws regarding selling alcohol to minors and public consumption of alcohol. If his store is allowed, he said, he will strictly monitor his parking lot to make sure that no one is drinking there. He will also notify the police if an intoxicated person attempts to buy liquor, he added. The Delaware state code spells out when a request for a liquor license can be refused. The code allows the commissioner to deny the license request when “a substantial objection to the granting of the license has been presented by the community within which the [store] is to operate.” A “substantial objection,” according to the code, is one that would convince the commissioner either that a majority of the community’s residents oppose the establishment, or that the community would be adversely affected by the store. The commissioner can refuse to allow a liquor store in the vicinity of a church or school. The state code also provides for the license application to be denied if the commissioner rules that a community has enough package stores. “I believe that there are enough liquor stores in the area,” Russell said at the hearing. But Howard argued that the market should decide how many liquor stores a community will support. “If you are selling a retail product, public demand will determine when enough is enough,” he said. “If there are enough liquor stores already, this one will go out of business.”

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Business Business rapidly changing throughout the area Radio Shack moving, Starbucks, bank and strip mall are coming By Lynn R. Parks Radio Shack, one of the last retail stores left in Seaford’s Nylon Capital Shopping Center, is moving. A new store is under construction on U.S. 13, in front of the soon-to-be-open Lowe’s. Jack Hall, a sales associate at the Radio Shack, said that the store plans to move some time in October. When the Radio Shack moves, that will leave the old shopping center nearly empty. Once home to Peebles, Woolworth’s, several clothing stores, a grocery store and a drug store, the strip mall will have left a bowling alley, a couple restaurants, and a few other businesses. The Dollar Store and Butler’s Sewing Center will stand as the only retail stores in the complex. The new Radio Shack will share a building with a Starbucks coffee shop. Josh Littleton, building official for the city, said that permits for the two businesses are under review by the city. The city is also reviewing a permit request for an Empire Buffet restaurant, planned for one of the 19 units being built in a strip mall north of the Lowe’s building. The restaurant is the only business to

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This strip mall is under construction north of Lowe’s in Seaford. Empire Buffet restaurant is the first to submit plans to go into the mall. Nineteen units are planned. Photo by Daniel Richardson

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Meet Your Fire Service Volunteers Laurel firefighter part of Specialized Rescue Team The Seaford and Laurel Star newspapers continue their series of articles highlighting the men and women who serve as volunteers in the local fire departments. These volunteers work tirelessly providing protection and responding in time of need. We hope the series helps to show our respect for their efforts as we increase community awareness of their sacrifices. By Donna Dukes-Huston Dwayne Chaffinch has been involved in many areas of firefighting for the past seventeen years, the last twelve of those with the Laurel Volunteer Fire Department. Chaffinch began his service by enrolling in the Junior Membership program with the Blades Volunteer Fire Company when he was seventeen. His grandfather and father had been members of that company, and Chaffinch had no doubts that he wanted to continue that family tradition. Chaffinch later got married and moved to Laurel, and as he wanted to remain an active firefighter, he joined the Laurel Department. Chaffinch had been an ambulance attendant in the past but later decided to complete the new training regulations that had been put into place to become an EMT. “This is a 120-hour course,” Chaffinch said. “I went two nights a week for six months.” In order to be certified, Chaffinch said he had to pass the Delaware state exam, a practical exam, and the National Registry exam. A few years later, Chaffinch had the opportunity to receive further training for a specialized unit that was new to Sussex County. In 2005, under Delaware Homeland Security, the

Sussex County Technical Rescue Team was formed. “There used to be one team in the state, but then they got enough grant money to have a team in each county,” Chaffinch said. The training required to be a member of this team included trench, high angle, collapse, and confined space rescue, according to Chaffinch. Members of the Technical Rescue Team also receive training two nights per month plus specialized training every quarter, Chaffinch said. Chaffinch said that all their trainers have come from other states where they have had a great deal of experience in specialized rescue. Sussex County’s team has responded to at least ten calls since it began operation two years ago. “They’ve mostly been structural collapses,” Chaffinch said. “When a vehicle has run into a structure, we make sure the structure is safe for the investigation.” Chaffinch said that on one call the team did have to rescue a person who had been trapped in an abandoned house when it collapsed. “We had to actually lift the building to get the guy out,” he said. This team was on stand-by to assist the Hurricane Katrina victims but was not called into action. Prior to joining this team, Chaffinch already had over 1,000 hours of fire and EMS training and thought this would be a good fit for him. “I knew I had the qualifications,” he said, “and I thought it would be a great opportunity for more specialized training.” In addition to this commitment, Chaffinch is very dedicated to the Laurel Volunteer Fire Department. He is currently one of

Dwayne Chaffinch has been with the Laurel Volunteer Fire Department for the past 12 years.

two fire captains whose responsibility is to supervise a fire crew inside a structure. Chaffinch feels his first fire helped prepare him

for all that he has experienced since. He was just out of fire school and working for the Blades Company who was assist-

ing the Laurel department with an emergency. “My first fire was a house fire where an entire family was trapped,” he said. “I was on the crew to bring people out of the house.” Unfortunately, the person that Chaffinch was trying to rescue did not survive the fire. “It’s times like that when you know whether you’re cut out for this or not,” Chaffinch said. “It’s definitely not for everybody.” One of Chaffinch’s proudest moments as a firefighter came during his first year at Laurel when he was voted Rookie of the Year. Chaffinch’s father, who was still with the Blades Company, presented him with the award. Chaffinch plans to continue remaining an active member of both the rescue team and the department. “It’s been one of the greatest experiences of my life,” he said.

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Education SHS grad, Virginia Tech cadet, named to commandant’s list

DELAWARE TECH STUDENT RECEIVES $1,000 SCHOLARSHIP - Delaware Technical & Community College student Andrei Paviadaila was recently awarded a $1,000 scholarship from the American Council of Engineering Companies of Delaware (ACECDE). Paviadaila, originally from Belarus, is a student in the Owens Campus' civil engineering technology program, in Georgetown. Pictured, from left, are Delaware Tech engineering technologies department chairman Dr. Doug Hicks, Paviadaila, and Owens Campus director Dr. Ileana M. Smith.

Education briefs Delmar student on honors list

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Brittney J. Hurley of Delmar was named to the spring 2007 Honors List at Keystone College in La Plumee, Pa. Full-time students who complete 12 credits and achieve a grade point average of 3.50 to 3.69 are named to the list.

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Bridgeville man graduates Richard Brian Idler of Bridgeville was among 170 graduates who received their associate degrees from Hesston College, Hesston, Kansas, during commencement

The Raider Preschool at Woodbridge High School, Bridgeville, is accepting applications for this fall. The session runs from November through May. There is a morning and an afternoon class. Tuition for the entire session is $175. For an application or more information, contact Rita Hovermale at Woodbridge High School, 337-8289, or by e-mail at rhovermale@wsd.k12.de.us

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT - During the 2006-07 school year, the Laurel School District was involved in a professional development partnership with Yale University as part of the university’s Comer School Development Program. During the week of July 8, members of the district’s administrative team and school board president Calvin Musser attended the Administrators’ Leadership Institute in New Haven, Conn. This institute, with educators from across the country and the territory of Puerto Rico, focused on knowledge and application of child and adolescent development in creating a positive school environment for successful student achievement. Pictured with Dr. James P. Comer (seated) are, front, from left: Jennifer Givens, Cristy Greaves and Linda Schenck. Back: Calvin Musser, Rich Gaskill, Gail Fowler and Mary Bing.

Major General Jerrold P. Allen, commandant of cadets at Virginia Tech, has announced that Cadet Jordan Rollins, of Seaford, has earned selection to the Commandant's List for academic excellence in recognition of his scholastic achievement for the spring 2007 semester. Allen stated that this has been a semester of terrible tragedy with the loss of a fellow cadet in the April shooting at the college in Blacksburg, Va. But he added that during this very difficult period, the leadership, professionalism and academic performance of the cadets have been inspirational. The leader development program demands significant time and effort of every cadet, he said. “Despite the many challenges, Cadet Rollins earned a 3.67 GPA for the spring semester,” he added. Rollins is also in the Virginia Army National Guard, having completed his infantry basic training last summer. He will attend Air Assault School in Fort Campbell, Ky., this summer, prior to returning to Virginia Tech as a junior in the fall. Rollins, a 2005 Seaford High School graduate, is the son of Ed and Trudy

Jordan Rollins

Rollins. He is the grandson of Cy and Mary Rollins, and Francine Jones and the late Elwood Jones, all of Seaford.

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19th-century mansion demolished, despite efforts to save it By Lynn R. Parks Lawrence is no more. The unique 19thcentury Greek-revival mansion in Seaford was demolished early Monday morning, bringing to an end an eight-month effort to save it. “This is like an old friend dying,” said Dottie Johnson, who lives next door to the Lawrence site on alternate U.S. 13. A tearful Johnson said that when she looked out her window early Monday, what had been Lawrence was just a cloud of dust. The pillars fell down at about 6:30 a.m., she said; by 8:30 a.m., the building was completely gone. “It was a shame they could not save it,” said Seaford Mayor Ed Butler. “A piece of our history is gone.” “A significant part of Seaford history for 180 years has been destroyed by people who owned it for only a little over two years,” said Seaford Historical Society spokeswoman Anne Nesbitt, in a press release sent out Monday. William Allen, a native of Seaford and the architectural historian for the Office of the Architect of the Capitol, spoke about Lawrence at a January meeting of the Seaford Historical Society. He said Monday that Seaford is forever changed with Lawrence gone. “Seaford is diminished by the loss of this house,” he said Monday from his Washington, D.C., office. “Lawrence was historic and beautiful and the loss of that in the town is tragic. Lawrence is irreplaceable.” Allen, who told the members of the historical society that he had loved Lawrence since he was a boy, said Monday that there was no reason for the demolition. “Seaford is not Manhattan,” he said. “It is not so crowded that new building has to come at the expense of the finest building ever constructed near the city.” And he added that this kind of demolition has become increasingly rare. “As a nation, we have gotten a lot better at finding ways to keep fine old buildings,” he said. “It is shocking to have lost such a fine building as Lawrence. We just don’t see that any more.” Lawrence, which was on the National Register of Historic Places, was one of just two examples of temple-front, Greek-revival architecture in Delaware. The other, the Thomas England House, near Smyrna, is a restaurant.

Not an easy decision

Joy and Gary Hill, owners of the Lawrence property, obtained a demolition permit from the city of Seaford on May 23. The property was annexed into the city in May. Joy Hill said Monday that tearing down the old building was not a decision she and her husband made lightly. “This is a sad day,” she said. “It’s a shame, but this is how it worked out.” Hill said that she and her husband decided to tear down Lawrence after hearing rumors that an effort was under way to get some kind of legal protection for the house. “We just felt that we were pushed into a corner,” she said. “People were trying to decide what we could do with our own property. People forced our hand. This is

not what we wanted to do.” Nesbitt said that she was not aware of any effort to legally restrain the Hills from demolishing the house. “We hadn’t gone that far,” she said. Several months ago, Preservation Delaware offered the Hills a grant of $25,000 to repair the roof of the structure in return for a preservation easement on the property, which would guarantee that Lawrence would not be demolished. This offer was refused. Most recently, a group of people interested in saving Lawrence had formed a limited liability corporation, Lawrence Investors LLC, that on July 12 made an offer on the house and the five-acre parcel on which it sat. The property had been for sale since late last year, for $995,000. Lawrence Investors offered the Hills $650,000. Nesbitt said that the group planned to put a new roof and new coat of paint on the dilapidated mansion, clean it up and then resell it. “We thought, if it was just cleaned up a little bit, someone would buy it,” Nesbitt said. Nesbitt said that she presented the offer to the Hills’ real estate agent, Terry Scott with Callaway, Farnell and Moore, Seaford. “I was told that the Hills would take nothing less than $900,000,” Nesbitt said. Hill said that the group’s offer never evolved into a formal bid on the property. Even if it had, she added, there were contingencies in the offer that would have made it unacceptable. According to the offer, while Lawrence Investors would have paid for a termite inspection, the Hills would have been required to pay to get rid of the termites, if any were found. In addition, Lawrence Investors would have 120 days to study the condition of the house and to find funding for the purchase and renovation. “There were so many contingencies that we couldn’t accept,” Hill said. Nesbitt said that the Lawrence Investors would have been willing to negotiate the specifics of the offer, but the Hills “never gave us that chance.” For example, the number of days that were to be left open for the study could have been negotiated, Nesbitt said, as well as who would pay for termite treatment. “They didn’t give us any opportunity to negotiate at all,” Nesbitt said. Hill declined to say how much the demolition cost. But she said that she expects that the cost of the Lawrence parcel will go up, to help them recover that cost.

No documentation, no salvaging

Nesbitt, who said that until Monday morning she had hope that the house could be saved, expressed regret that representatives with the University of Delaware were not able to get into the house before its demolition, to photograph its features. “We at least wanted to get it documented before it came down,” she said. “Now, it is too late.” Hill said that when she and her husband bought the house in 2005, they allowed representatives of Preservation Delaware into the house, to document its features. “It had already been documented,” she said. “We felt that the University of Delaware thing was just to buy time.”

Above, the Lawrence mansion was one of only two temple-front Greek Revival homes in Delaware. On right, it is now a pile of rubble. Photo by Daniel Richardson

In any case, she added, “it just wasn’t safe to have a lot of people traipsing through.” In the several months that the house was empty, it had deteriorated, she added. “There was a lot of mold all over the walls, and parts of the roof had caved in,” she said. Nesbitt also said that it was a shame that Lawrence’s original features, including molding, hardware and its glass doorbell, were not salvaged before the demolition. “We salvaged a little bit of the house,” said Joy Hill. “But we felt that we had a deadline. We were not able to get out as much as we wanted.” “Perhaps more support and pressure from statewide and national preservation organizations might have helped save this historic landmark,” Nesbitt said in the press release. “The local preservationists had made every possible effort to save the Lawrence house.” Lawrence was built in 1845 by Charles Wright, who was a ship captain and farmer. Wright, a slave owner and southern sympathizer, was active in politics and attended the Democratic National Convention in 1852 in Baltimore. Allen said at the January meeting of the Seaford Historical Society that Lawrence was “the finest building ever built in Seaford.” He was not alone in believing Lawrence to be the best building in

Seaford. The house appears in several books about architecture and history of Delaware, including a 1926 book called simply “Delaware” and compiled by the state Department of Agriculture’s Bureau of Markets. In that book, Lawrence is pictured as one of the five finest houses in the state. A picture of the house shows the estate’s original boxwood garden, which at one time was in front of the house. “Lawrence is a very significant building,” Allen told the historical society. “It is significant architecturally. It is significant because of its association with Charles Wright, who was an important member of southern Delaware economic and social history. It is significant because it is the ancestral home of Wright Robinson, the great Seaford historian. It is essential to the community and it is essential to the state that we save it.” On Monday, Allen said that he will never drive by the Lawrence site again. “I’m going to make a point of never going by there, ever again,” he said. “It is too heartbreaking.”

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Riverfest 2007 event winners announced Canoe and Kayak Race

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Summer reading, of books and parts of books I confess — and I can do this publicly only because I have alYNN ARKS ready confessed privately to my daughter — that I read the last There is still my annual chapter of the final Harry Potter book. Shakespeare play to read. Without reading the preceding This summer I have chochapters. And without reading any part of the six books that came besen ‘The Tempest,’ Shakefore this one. speare’s answer to fantasy Anyone who has ever left a canliterature. dy bar or a batch of chocolate chip cookies in my care knows that it is difficult for me to withstand tempthat she hates spy movies. But it still tation. And the temptation, when “Harry counts as a triumph for the doddering one. Potter and the Deathly Hallows” arrived in My daughter is encouraging me to read the mail Saturday morning, to read the last the entire Harry Potter series, starting with few pages was too great to resist. After all, “Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone” the newspapers and radio news shows and working my way through the chapter were full of talk, speculating about that I read on Saturday. “That would make whether Harry would be alive at the cona nice wintertime project,” agreed my sisclusion of the final novel of the seventer, who with her sons has read all the book series. I had to satisfy my curiosity. books. Of course, I didn’t fully understand Maybe. But right now, I am working everything that I read. And my daughter, my way through the Martha Grimes myswho finished the book in the wee hours of tery series featuring Scotland Yard SuperTuesday morning after starting it Monday intendent Richard Jury and his friend, morning, refused to fill me in. Melrose Plant. There are 21 books in the “That’s what you get for skipping series and I am nearing the end of the ahead,” she said, when I complained that ninth one, “The Five Bells and something didn’t make sense. Bladebone.” That was fine. I can wait for the movie I have read them all before (excluding version. And I probably won’t understand the most recent one, “Dust,” which I am it any better then, because while I have saving like a treasure) but not yet have I seen four of the Harry Potter movies and remembered midway through the second will more than likely see the fifth and reading whodunit. There is something to sixth before the final screen version comes be said for a spotty memory. out, I have a terrible memory for all of And there is still my annual Shaketheir details. speare play to read. This summer I have “Now, who’s that?” I had to ask several chosen “The Tempest,” Shakespeare’s antimes when my daughter and I watched swer to fantasy literature. I have never “Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire,” the movie version of the fourth book, recently. read it and it seems appropriate, what with the Harry Potter craze, that I tackle it this “Who are her parents?” “Why is he cryyear. ing?” There’s the possibility that I’ll save She was as patient with me as the time and just read the final scene of the bright young are with the doddering old. five-act play. I would probably be lost. On the other hand, she and I watched But I’ve been lost before. Maybe the “Syriana,” the spy thriller about government corruption and greed for oil, recenthandsome, always-looking-for-the-rightly, and she had far more questions than I woman Richard Jury and the equally did. Of course, she left the living room handsome Melrose Plant would come find midway through the DVD, announcing me.

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Royal Farms could expand, if town annexes properties By Tony E. Windsor Owners of the Royal Farms convenience store in Laurel are asking the town to annex several properties behind the store. The properties, part of Mumford Manor, would be used to expand the store. Laurel town officials hosted a public hearing recently on the annexation request. During the hearing, Mayor John Shwed explained that the town had received the request from the owners of Two Farms property, which owns the Royal Farms on US 13 in Laurel. The properties are along Georgetown Road and Kurtz Drive, just west of US 13. At the time of the council meeting, at least five properties had been purchased by Two Farms, and it was expected that there would be several more properties acquired in the process of the development. Residents of the area being considered for annexation expressed concern about whether the pending annexation would affect their properties. James Dykes and John Parish, residents in the Mumford Manor area, asked how much of that area would be included in the annexation. They specifically asked if their properties would be annexed. Shwed told both men that only properties owned by Two Farms Inc. would be in the annexation request. “If your property is not owned by Two Farms, it is not included in this annexation request,” he said. Shwed went on to say that he would reiterate statements he has made before about the annexation process in Laurel. “I

have said many times that we do not go out and solicit property owners for annexation,” he said. “Only if a property owner requests to be annexed do we begin the process of reviewing an annexation. In the case of the this annexation request, we are not considering anyone’s property for annexation other than properties owned by Two Farms Inc.” Shwed also addressed concerns from property owners about having to connect to the municipal wastewater system. He said that even though the property owners were in close proximity to municipal lines that will run for the Royal Farms project, they are not forced to connect. “I will say that if property owners in this area have future septic failures it may be the state or county, not us, who will not approve a new septic permit, but instead expect you to connect to the town system because it is available. Again, we do not force anyone to come into the town. We only want people in Laurel who request to come into the town,” he said. The annexation request will be forwarded to the Laurel Annexation and Growth Committee for review. The committee will make a recommendation to full council after its review.

Aug. 6 meeting cancelled The town council meeting scheduled for Monday, Aug. 6, has been cancelled. The council voted to hold only one meeting in August. The next council meeting will be Monday, Aug. 20.

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Sussex County’s rate of seat belt use at 88% More Delawareans than ever are buckling up. Office of Highway Safety officials made the announcement that Delaware’s statewide seat belt use rate has now climbed to 87% at its annual Click It or Ticket recognition ceremony recently. Director Trish Roberts says OHS’s strong partnership with the law enforcement community is what continues to make Click It or Ticket a success. “We are extremely grateful for the commitment that our law enforcement community has shown in enforcing Delaware’s seat belt law,” said Mrs. Roberts. “The combination of the enforcement and intense public awareness efforts has resulted in even more motorists making the potentially life saving decision to buckle up.” The increase in seat belt use was determined by the results of observational sur-

veys conducted at 82 sites statewide in early June at the conclusion of the 2007 Click It or Ticket campaign. Kent County had the highest observed seat belt use rate at 90%, followed by Sussex with 88%, and New Castle with 86%. In the 2007 Click It or Ticket campaign, 39 police officers and 32 police agencies received awards for their participation. Each department selected one officer who they felt deserved special recognition and that officer was presented with a personalized plaque for their work. In Seaford, Pfc. Evans Leighty was selected by his peers. Results from the 2007 Click It or Ticket campaign, as well as information on Delaware’s seat belt law can be found on the Office of Highway Safety’s website, www.ohs.delaware.gov.

Recognition goes to Pfc. Evans Leighty of the Seaford PD. He is pictured with OHS Director Tricia Roberts and Secretary of Safety and Homeland Security David B. Mitchell.

OHS launches initiative to honor victims at checkpoints Highway Safety Officials brought together family, friends, and colleagues of a Delaware State Police Trooper killed by an impaired driver to honor his memory and launch a new initiative aimed at honoring others touched by the tragedy of drunk driving. The Dedicated DUI Checkpoint Initiative is aimed at remembering the victims of impaired driving, honoring the families who keep their memories alive and demonstrating OHS’s and the law enforcement community’s dedication to removing drinking drivers from the roads. “Through this program, we also hope to remind the public of the tragic consequences of drinking and driving. We want to make it real to them by sharing the story of how ordinary people were taken from us all too soon because of one person’s decision to get behind the wheel after drinking, and the magnitude of the loss that their family and friends were faced with afterward,” said Lisa Moore, Impaired Driving coordinator for the Office of Highway Safety. OHS dedicated the first checkpoint in

Gov. Minner signs legislation to strengthen state nuisance laws

Governor Ruth Ann Minner, joined by Attorney General Joseph R. Biden, III, recently signed Senate Bill 80, which strengthens the current Drug Nuisance and Social Vices Abatement Act. This legislation, sponsored by Senator Patricia Blevins, Representative William Oberle, and Representative Helene Keeley, aims to strengthen the state’s efforts to fight against drugs and other criminal activity in Delaware’s communities. Specifically, the new law: • Makes drug trafficking an activity that constitutes a nuisance; • Provides notice to owners who fail to control nuisances on their property factor courts should consider in deciding

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Delaware State Police Cpl. Christopher Shea is honored during a dedication ceremony in front of State Police Troop 7 in Lewes where he was assigned. Shea was killed by an impaired driver in 2004. A checkpoint has been established in his memory.

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Old Christ Church needs community’s help What a grand mid-summer weekend we all enjoyed in Sussex AT URPHY County this past week. The temperature was around 60 degrees early It was a setting of peace Saturday as many headed to the Little League Park for the 8- and 9- and a sense came to me year-old baseball tournament and of the thousands of Laurel’s Flea Market was abuzz people who had called with many people. It is Sunday morning that I want this place their house of to talk about, however, as the worship in the last 200weather pattern continued and plus years. there was the usual summer church service at Old Christ Church. Sunmail the league at P.O. Box 293 Laurel, day morning, I visited the church. Do we DE 19956, or phone it at 875-3644. Memhave a treasure or not? Built in 1771, bership is only $10 and you can truthfully owned by St. Philip’s Episcopal Church say you help to maintain the church. Genand maintained by the Old Christ Church erations after you are thanking you alLeague, it is Laurel’s historic showplace. ready. It is said to be one of only a dozen churches along the Atlantic Coast to surDr. Joseph O. Kim is celebrating the vive unaltered from the pre-Revolutionary end of his first year as a physician with Dr. War period. Curtis Smith at their South Central Avenue I entered the church and took a seat in one of the pews nearest the entrance as the office. It amazes me that their hours start at 6:30 a.m., my time of day. service had already started. There were perhaps 40 or more worshippers there. My Last week in talking about Mumford eyes had difficulty catching all the simManor, I said Granville Mumford but it plicity of this house of worship and it should have been Alison Mumford. Many seemed I spent the service taking it all in. have corrected me on that this week inA gentle, almost perfect breeze came cluding “Mr.” Harold Wayne “Watermelthrough the eight open windows and two on” Givens. Oh yes, expect the road reentrances. It was a setting of peace and a sense came to me of the thousands of peo- pairs on U.S. 13 to continue into October. ple who had called this place their house Well, it’s state fair week, and where’s of worship in the last 200-plus years. the rain? Late Friday afternoon, I was Sunday services are being held at 9:30 rummaging through some of the items at a.m. through October. The last service of the Scott Reagan sale at the fire house the season will feature a blessing of the when I discovered a few of the old red animals. disc lock out tags from the DuPont plant. This is not to take you away from your Boy, for many of us I am sure, they bring own church as the service is over in less back many memories of the seriousness of than an hour and if you like you may stay the safety at the long gone DuPont plant. for refreshments. If you were working on a piece of equipThe Old Christ Church League needs and deserves our support. Sunday, July 29, ment, you had better have your lock and personal “Do not operate” tag with your at 1 p.m. at the Episcopal Church on Central Avenue, members are having an organ- name, area of work and payroll number on ization meeting. Surely you feel a sense of it. Are you DuPonters with me now? Safety supervisors at the plant were (in pride in this Laurel historic church, so atmy time) Hank Rowe, Ray Calhoon, Al tend the meeting if you can. Or you can

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Community Bulletin Board Events Little Miss Apple Scrapple

Join in the excitement of the second annual Little Miss Apple-Scrapple Pageant. It will be an exciting evening showcasing the talents of the local community. The pageant is open to girls between the ages of 5-8 who reside in the Woodbridge School District. Each contestant will have the opportunity to share her talent and personality. All proceeds from the pageant will benefit the Apple-Scrapple Scholarship Fund. For more information or to request an application packet contact Rita Hovermale at 337-8318 or rhovermale@wsd.k12.de.us. Tickets for the pageant will be available at the door for $2 each.

Hitchens Family Reunion

The 53rd annual Hitchens reunion will be held at Trinity Community Hall on August 5th, 2007. A buffet luncheon will be served at 1 p.m. under the direction of the Irving Hitchens Family. A short business meeting will be conducted following the luncheon. Relatives and friends of the family are welcome to come.

Midway Lions Club, Texas Hold’em

The Midway Lions Club will sponsor a Texas Hold-em on Friday, Aug. 10, at 7 p.m. at the Indian River Fire House. For information call Joe Smith at 302-4368142. Directions to Texas Hold-em at Indian River Fire House: From Rt. 113 go east on Rt. 24 to Rt. 5 turn right to fire house — From Rt. 1 go west on Rt. 24 to Rt. 5 turn left to fire house. Proceeds Benefit Local Charities for Sight & Hearing.

Annual Youth Fishing Tournament

American Legion Post 19, Laurel and A&K Enterprises will be holding their Annual Youth Fishing Tournament on Saturday, Aug. 25, from 9 a.m. till noon on Broad Creek. Prizes galore, including the Benson Family Savings Bond. There will also be snacks and sodas for the participants. Register at A&K Tackle at 201 North Central Ave., Laurel.

Longaberger Basket Bingo

The Laurel Historical Society is hosting a Longaberger Basket Bingo on Tuesday, Aug. 28 at Laurel Fire Hall. New and vintage collectible baskets. Doors open 5:30 p.m., games start at 7 p.m.; hotdogs sodas, delicious desserts. Tickets are $20 by calling Edna Marvil 875-9427, or Linda Justice 875-4217 (leave name & phone). Reserve early and bring a friend!

Walk for Breast Cancer Drawing

Local Avon representative Renee Smith will be participating in the Avon Walk for Breast Cancer this year. Tickets are being sold for a drawing to help send Smith to the event. The prize will be a 2007 Longaberger Horizon of Hope Basket with 2 pink mugs or an avon gift basket. Tickets are a donation of $5 each or three for $13 and 300 are available. For more information or to purchase tickets, contact Renee Smith at 337-0352 or to just make a donation, go to www.avonwalk.org and click on Renee Smith. The drawing will take place on Sept. 15.

Get a Clue at the Library

‘Mad Science Mondays’ As part of their Summer Reading Program, "Get a Clue @ the Library," the Greenwood Public Library is presenting a series of "Mad Science Mondays." Exploring water is the theme for the free sessions, which will be held at 3 p.m. on the following Mondays: July 30 and Aug. 13. They will take place at the library at 100 Mill St. in Greenwood. For further information, contact: Donna Prine Carter, at the Greenwood Public Library, 349-5309.

VFW BBQ and Yard Sale

VFW Post 4961, Middleford Road, Seaford, will hold a chicken barbecue and yard sale on July 28, sponsored by the Ladies’ and Men’s Auxiliary. Yard sale starts at 7 a.m. Chicken platters available at 9 a.m. Platter includes: chicken, potato salad, corn on the cob with roll, $6. Delivery available with a minimum of five platter orders, 629-3092. Table rentals are $10 per table. Call 6292876 or 629-4485 to rent a table.

Annual Community Yard Sale

First Annual Community Yard Sale, July 28, 6:30 a.m.- 1 p.m., at Delmar Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, 101 E. Delaware Ave., Delmar, Del. Spots are $10 and you must bring your own tables. Call Allison at 846-3077.

Yard Sale Benefit

Aug. 4, Yard Sale from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m., at 12685 Seashore Highway, Georgetown, benefits Sussex County Habitat for Humanity’s Women Build Project. For more information, call 855-1153.

be held at the Laurel Fire Department's Auditorium. For more information, call Susan (Tull) Collins @ 410-943-8303 or Barry Munoz at 875-7408.

Lose It for Life

Beginning with a sign up meeting on Friday, Aug. 3, at 7 p.m. the Seaford Church of the Nazarene at 520 South Dual Highway (Rt. 13 South next to the Guide) is offering 18-week weight loss program that focuses on identifying why we overeat and seeking healing in those areas. The cost is $75 for the 18 week program which includes the Lose It for Life book, workbook, audio cd's, online forum, and of course the groups themselves. There is limited financial assistance. Call for more info. 629-3929 or 302-381-6514.

‘Our State Fair!’ Exhibit

The Delaware Agricultural Museum & Village presents a new exhibition looking back at Delaware Agriculture's Biggest Celebration, “Our State Fair!” now through Aug. 5. Open Tuesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Sunday 1 to 4 p.m. Museum admission is applicable. DAMV is a private 501(c)3 educational organization located 866 N. DuPont Highway, Dover, just south of Delaware State University.

Summer Camp at ECS

Summer camp at Epworth Christian School in Laurel will take place Monday through Friday and will run through Aug.

17 with registration from 8 - 9 a.m. and pickup by 5:30 p.m. Activities include sports, games, contests, trips, swimming and more. Each day will include a Bible lesson with life applications. The cost of camp for the entire summer is $1,100 or by the week for $115 or daily for $25. For registration information, contact Coach Greg at 875-4488.

Trap Pond volunteers sought

Trap Pond offers free camping in exchange for volunteer services (required for free camping, 24 hours per week of volunteering). Host programs available in the campground, Nature Center, maintenance and administrative. Check out our other awards for short term volunteering. For more information, contact: Glen.Stubbolo @state.de.us or call 302-739-1960.

Laurel Public Library Event

The library offers a variety of specialinterest clubs that will meet on a weekly basis throughout the summer. An acting club for children in grades 2-6 will meet on Monday evenings from 6-6:45. No experience (or ability!) necessary. Mystery lovers in grades 3-6 have a “Who-Done-ItClub” that will meet on Thursday afternoons at 1 p.m., and builders in grades K6 can use their imagination and expertise with all kinds of interesting materials each Thursday at 3 p.m. at our “Build It!” club. Additionally, the library will have preschool story time for children ages 2-5 on Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m.; and OK book

Texas Hold’em Poker

Texas Hold’em Poker at Laurel Fire Department, 205 West Tenth St., Laurel, Friday, Aug. 3, at 7 p.m. Doors open at 6 p.m. Entry fee $100 (2) $25 add-ons; 1,000 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. Free draft beer – cash bar and refreshments. For more information: call Steve Brittingham at 875-3081 to preregister and for more information. Proceeds benefit Laurel Fire Department.

Researching Your House History

The Delaware Public Archives will sponsor a program showing how to research the history of your house on Saturday, Aug. 4, 10:30 a.m. The program is free to the public. No reservations are required. The Delaware Public Archives is located at 121 Duke of York Street in Dover. For more information, contact Jason Burleson-Gibson (302) 744-5081 or e-mail jason.burleson-gibson@state.de.us.

Eming's BBQ Chicken Dinner

Eming's BBQ Chicken Dinner, sponsored by Bethel Community House at Oak Grove, Friday, Aug. 17. Carry out only. Price $7.50. Pick up time 11 a.m.- 1 p.m., will deliver to your business if desired. For tickets or information, call 410-7548681 or 302-337-8836, by Aug. 13.

Class of 1977 Reunion

The Laurel Senior High School Class of 1977 will be celebrating their 30th year class reunion on Oct. 20. The reunion will

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Laurel History Books Still Available

A few copies of the 19th Century History of Laurel, published by the Laurel Historical Society may still be purchased at either the Laurel Town Office, Laurel Public Library, or O’Neal’s Antiques. The price remains at $45 each. For further information or to arrange to have a book mailed please call 875-4217. There is a $5 mailing fee.

Get a Clue at Your Library

The Delmar Public Library will hold its first Adult Summer Reading Program. Some of the special events and programs will include Mystery Bingo, family movie nights, CSI Maryland: The Real Story of Criminal Investigations, Don't Be a Victim: Get a Clue on Self-Defense and a special presentation from author, Evelyn David, entitled How to Commit Murder. To go out with a bang, ASRP participants will be invited to a murder mystery party: Survivor: The Tribal Council. For more information, Contact Veronica Schell, Delmar Public Library.

Baseball Equipment Needed

Any baseball equipment, used or unused, is needed for an Eagle Scout Project. Equipment will be collected, refurbished, and sent to the Dominican Republic. Contact Kirby Mills via email at terps19947@yahoo.com or by phone 1302-690-2749 if you can be of any assistance.

Teens and Parents of Teens

Looking for something to do this summer? Looking for something for your teenage son or daughter to do this sum-

mer? Check out teen volunteer opportunities at the Laurel Public Library. We have an interesting group of teens in grades 712 from all over the area. They plan programs, perform skits, help with crafts and help with program set-up. Some teens help us by keeping our books in order and assist with getting our books ready to be checked out. For more information, contact Becky Norton at 875-3184 or by email at bshortri@lib.de.us.

Meetings Old Christ Church League

Mark the date of Sunday, July 29, on your calendar and plan to attend the organizational meeting of the Old Christ Church League at St. Philip's Parish Hall in Laurel. Time is 1 p.m. According to the Rev. Rita B. Nelson, the organization needs people if it's going to move forward. Old Christ Church League supports and maintains historic Old Christ Church and needs to reorganize and look to the future with community support. Questions can be addressed at 875-3644 at the church office.

Delaware Equine Council Meeting

Delaware Equine Council's next meeting will be Monday, Aug. 20, at 7 p.m., located at the Harrington Public Library, Harrington. All those interested in horses are welcome. A review of the State Fair, update of Mascot Contest and Scholarship Announcements. For more information contact Peggy at 629-5233.

Laurel Chamber Meetings

The Laurel Chamber of Commerce will hold a July 4th follow up meeting on Aug.

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8 at 5:30 p.m. in the Chamber office. The public is welcome to attend. On Aug. 14, at 5:30 p.m., a board meeting will take place at the Chamber office. If you were kind enough to put out signs for the July 4th celebration, please return them to the Laurel Town Hall. Thank you.

meets every second and fourth Thursday of the month in Bay Shore Community Church at 6 p.m. Develop your public speaking skills in a supportive environment. Contact Joy Slabaugh at 846-9201, or joy@estfinancial.com.

Marine Corps League

Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla

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

Sons of Confederate Veterans

The Maj. Gen. Arnold Elzey Camp #1940, Sons of Confederate Veterans meets the first Wednesday of each month in the lower level of the Salisbury Library at 7 p.m.

Trap Pond Partners

Trap Pond Partners’ monthly meeting will be held at the park's Nature Center, the second Wednesday of each month. Anyone interested in Trap Pond State Park is invited to attend. For information, call 875-5153.

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 third Thursday of the month from 4:30 to 6 p.m. To register for this program or 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.

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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.

Trips Delaware Tech Adult Plus+ Trips

Active seniors can broaden their horizons with a variety of upcoming trips and activities sponsored by the Adult Plus+ program at Delaware Technical & Community College, Owens Campus. Travel to the Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre in Lancaster, Pa. to see “Swing,” watch the Philadelphia Phillies take on the Florida Marlins at Citizens Bank Park, or see Patsy Cline in concert on Aug. 10. Also in August, tour the exhibit of King Tut or Continued to page 28

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Church Bulletins John Wesley UMC Camp Meeting

John Wesley United Methodist Church, 804 3rd St., Seaford will hold its Camp Meeting on July 28, at 11 a.m.with food, fun and fellowship. At 5 p.m., guest preacher will be the Rev. Jonathan Whitney, from the East New Market-Linkwood Charge. Pastor is the Rev. Peggy M. Briggs.

Take My Hand Ministry Auction

Take My Hand Ministry, Inc. will hold its Ninth Annual Charity Auction on Saturday, Aug. 4, at the Greenwood Volunteer Fire Company on U.S. Rt. 13 in Greenwood. The preview of items can be seen from 9 to 10 a.m. The auction starts at 10 a.m. with Tommy Tucker of Greenwood. There will be a bake sale and the Ladies Auxiliary of the Greenwood Vol. Fire Co. will have refreshments for sale. For more information contact Dr. Michaele Russell, executive director: 302-3494220.

Take My Hand Ministry Meeting

The Mary and Martha Tea Room, a program of Take My Hand Ministry, Inc., meets on the third Wednesday of every month from 2–4 p.m. at 102 Maryland Ave. in Greenwood. A light lunch is served, and a guest speaker teaches and ministers. This is a woman’s ministry. July’s guest speaker is Pastor Joyce Mizzelle of Grace and Mercy in Greenwood.

Union U.M.C. V.B.S. Aug. 6-10

A Vacation Bible School will be held Aug. 6-10, from 6 to 8 p.m., at the Union

United Methodist Church, 2 N. Laws St., Bridgeville. For more information, call 337-7409.

Union UMC Summer Events

The Union United Methodist Church in Bridgeville announces upcoming Summer events. Any questions, call 245-4426. July 30-Aug. 3 - “Son Seekers” Day Camp for children ages 5-10. Sunday, Aug. 5 - at 5:30 p.m., Faith and Family Night. There will be a Shorebirds game, then a concert performed by Higher Ground. Following the concert there will be a Fireworks Extravaganza. Tickets are only $5. For $22 you can meet a member of Higher Ground and enjoy a two-hour allyou-can-eat buffet. $1 from every ticket is donated to the Joseph House. Monday, Aug. 6-10 - At 6 p.m., Vacation Bible School. Sunday, Aug. 12 - At 7 p.m., Community Hymn Sing. Saturday, Aug. 18 - At 7 p.m., Ice Cream Social.

Wesley U.M.C. VBS

VBS leaders at Wesley United Methodist Church are grabbing their beach gear for a water park adventure you won’t want to miss. This water park adventure will take place daily from 6:15 to 8:45 p.m., July 30-Aug. 3 at Wesley United Methodist Church on Atlanta Road. Dinner will be provided for a $1 charge beginning at 5:30 p.m. in the community house. Call 628-1615 or 628-0720 to register.

Bethel UMC Charge to hold VBS

Bethel UMC Charge will hold a vacation Bible School on August 6 - 10, 9-

11:30. It will be held at Mt. Zion UMC on Seaford/Laurel highway. Bethel UMC Charge is composed of Portsville, Mt. Zion and Sailor’s Bethel. The theme this year is Avalanche Ranch. For questions, call 875-2713.

Memorial garden dedicated

The memorial garden at St. Luke's Episcopal Church was dedicated following the Holy Eucharist service. Memorials include a bench, a statue of St. Francis of Assissi, and memorial stepping stones. The public is invited to view the garden which is located on the north side of the church on Front Street in Seaford.

Musical ‘Bind Us Together’

Central Worship Center in Laurel presents the riveting, musical drama “Bind Us Together” which follows the life of two individuals becoming one in marriage then continuing through the challenges of life. Performances will be held Friday, Aug. 3 and Saturday, Aug. 4 at 7 p.m., and Sunday, Aug. 5 at 10:30 a.m. Central Worship Center is located at 14545 Sycamore Road in Laurel. Doors open one hour early. Nursery will be provided. Admission is free. For info call 302-875-7995.

Journey Bound Ministries

Calvary Baptist Church located on South Rt. 113, Georgetown, will host Journey Bound Ministries on Aug. 4 at 7 p.m., and Aug. 5 at 10:30 a.m. and 6 p.m. Journey Bound Ministries, is a Southern Gospel Quartet, living up to its name.

Southern tells you their style and Gospel tells you their message. You will find a service or concert with “Journey Bound” to be fun, entertaining and spiritually uplifting.

Gospel Café

Centenary United Methodist Church, Poplar and Market streets, Laurel, is hosting a Christian music night each Saturday, beginning at 6 p.m., in the Fellowship Hall of the church. Bruce and Nancy Willey are presenting live Christian music, fellowship, and refreshments. Aug. 4 - “ Lights of Home” Aug. 11 - JR Mayle, Joe LeCates (song and message), Frank Silva. Aug. 18 - “Gospel Crusaders,” “Two Mile Road.” Aug. 25 - Gospel Café Home Coming (Gospel Singers and Groups). Every week, Mary Ann Young joins us! Everyone is invited to attend. Come as you are! For more information, contact the Church office at 875-3983, or Bruce Willey at 875-5539.

Warcaster Family

Laurel Baptist Church is proud to announce (back by popular demand) The Warcaster Family of Sebring Florida will be performing here for one night only. The event will begin at 7 p.m. on Aug. 12. Come for a night of Praising the Lord. The church is located on the west side of 13A, two miles south of Laurel. For more information call Shirley Metz at 875-2314, or Pastor Steve Booth, 8752422.

DIRECTORY: Your Guide To Local Houses of Worship TRINITY UNITED METHODIST Trap Pond, CHURCHNearLaurel, 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 9:50 am Contemporary Come as you are… and be transformed in the love of Christ!

Centenary United Methodist Church “Making Disciples of Jesus Christ for Over 200 Years” “NEW SONG!” - Contemporary Celebration, 8:45 a.m. Sunday School, Classes for ALL ages, 9:45 a.m. Every Traditional Family Worship, 11:00 a.m. Sunday

Rev. John W. Van Tine, Pastor, 875-3983 200 W. Market St., Laurel, Del.

CHURCH OF CHRIST

1010 S. Central Ave., Laurel Phone: 875-7748 Donny Weimar, Minister 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. Fred Duncan Church: 875-4233 Parsonage: 875-3398 Sunday Services: 8:30am Praise 9:30am Sunday School,11am Worship

DIAL DAILY DEVOTIONS: 875-4309

St. Philip’s Episcopal Church & Old Christ Church 600 S. Central Ave., Laurel, DE 19956 (302) 875-3644 Rev. Rita B. Nelson, Rector Holy Eucharist with Healing and Church School ~ Sunday @ 9:30 am

Christ Evangelistic Church Great Worship - Talented Singers Loving People - Powerful Preaching Youth Group Sunday Night 7 pm

Worship 11 a.m. • Sun. School 10:00 a.m. Wed. Night 7:00 p.m. • Sun. Night 7:00 p.m. Located on Bethel Road between the Dual & Alt. 13 For info call: 629-3674 or 875-2915 Sr. Pastor Roland Tice

HARVEST CHRISTIAN CHURCH “Heart Felt Praise” Relevant Bible Teaching Children’s Ministry Midweek Bible Study Tom Birowski, Pastor Seaford, Del. • 628-7771 94 Walnut St. Laurel, DE 19956

875-7873 “A Place to Belong” SUNDAY WEDNESDAY Underground Family Worship (7-12 grade) 6:15 p.m. 10:45 a.m. 7:00 p.m. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Prayer Team ‘The Table’ God’s Big Back Yard (last Wed. of mo) 7:00 p.m. 9:30 a.m.

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

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

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Crossing the line By the Rev. Todd K. Crofford Laurel Weslyan Church

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ASTOR S ERSPECTIVE Have you ever become desensitized to something? It happens all the time. Most of us can blur just Recently I was in a class on the New Testament and our professor wanted to show us the hanging about any line we have gardens of Babylon. They are gloriously depicted in the 2004 Hollydrawn if we simply wood epic “Alexander.” To get to the scene we wanted to see, the professor used the scene selection cross it enough times. and it included about a five minute sequence of the battle of WHAT? That is the family channel… as Gaugamela. As I feared, it was quite a in OK to show my kids? That wouldn’t bloody reenactment. have run on ANY channel 25 years ago. The longer the scene played, the less God’s name is regularly taken in vain, comfortable I became. I have made a obscenity continues to claim a larger and personal choice in life to as much as poslarger portion of our airwaves, and viosible completely avoid such blood-letting lence gets more graphic with each passstyle violence. I glanced around the ing year. room and no one else seemed troubled, Too many of us have grown weary but I was growing increasingly antsy. I complaining about it and so we are left was getting ready to simply leave when with the option of accepting it or shutting mercifully it ended. it off. Often, we learn to accept and inI wondered, “Why did it appear that so gest that which we once felt was putrid. few were bothered by this as I was?” I heard the parable recently of a dad (Though others may have been troubled who had his fill of objectionable content as well and I simply didn’t know). in his family’s life. His teenagers said, I think the likely answer to the ques“Dad, the bad stuff is just one small part tion is that many others have determined that they can watch such material without of the entire program.” So, as the story goes, the father got a their consciences being offended. Such is box of brownie mix out of the cupboard their freedom and I have no criticism for and made brownies. For these special them. However, for me it was a problem brownies he added one special ingredient, because I have drawn a line and this a very small amount of dog droppings scene was crossing it. from the back yard. I have come to realize, however, that While the family watched TV he most of us can blur just about any line we brought in the baked brownies and some have drawn if we simply cross it enough cold milk and the just as the kids were times. about to bite in to the brownies he said, Things we once felt were wholly inap“Before you eat those I want you to know propriate become tolerable, then acceptI put just a little dog excrement in then, able, even possibly desirable if we are inbut don't worry, it is only a very small undated with them long enough. part of the whole brownie!” Such realities scare me when I realize The kids almost threw up at the that our culture has been “pushing the enthought of what they had nearly eaten. I velope” for quite some time now. Do wonder what we have desensitized ouryou realize that many things that we would have considered as sensual and ex- selves to, all the while justifying that “one small part” that really doesn’t matter plicit now are regularly on the little anyhow. screen in our homes? Are you desensitized to infidelity? Last night I was channel surfing with Disrespect? Promiscuity? Filthy lanmy family and came across the “Family guage? Blasphemy? Let it play long Channel” and had to immediately move enough on your screen and you may soon past it because there were a bunch of find it playing out in your own home. bikini-clad women strutting onto stage.

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Obituaries Douglas Laird Brown, 48

Douglas Laird Brown, passed away on July 22, 2007 at Peninsula Regional Medical Center surrounded by his family and many friends. Born on May 6, 1959 in Salisbury, Maryland, Doug was the son of the late Vernon Lloyd and Barbara Esther Brown. Doug was a 1977 graduate of James M. Bennett Senior High School in Salisbury, Maryland. Doug was a career firefighter/EMT with the Salisbury Fire Department and was presented with the Salisbury Fire Department “Fireman of the Year” Award in 2003. He received two exceptional service citations in 1999 Douglas L. Brown & 2000, a life saving medal in 1993 and was also awarded the “Medal of Valor” from Firehouse Magazine in 1987 . He loved being a firefighter and served the City of Salisbury as a volunteer firefighter from 1979 to 1984 when he became a career firefighter until 2003. Doug was also an avid hunter and loved to fish. Doug is survived by his beloved sons, Jason and Shawn Brown and Shawn’s fiancée Lindsey McGee, all of Salisbury, Maryland. Doug was married for 25 years to Tammy Brown who will always be a part of our family. He is also survived by his brother, David Brown and his wife, Kristi, of Laurel, Delaware, his sister, Karen Long and her husband, Victor, of Salisbury, Maryland and several nieces and nephews. Doug was preceded in death by a twin sister, Nancy Ann Brown who died at birth. A funeral service is Thursday, July 26, 2007 at Holloway Funeral Home in Salisbury, Maryland where friends may call from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm followed by a service at 1:00 pm. Interment will be at Wicomico Memorial Park. Donations may be made to the Firefighter Memorial Fund, Douglas L. Brown, c/o Bank of Willards, c/o Denise Littleton, 102 Milford Street, Salisbury, Maryland.

Henry Wilhelm Peters, 74

Mr. Peters was born on December 24, 1932 in the small farming community of Pippensen near Hamburg, Germany, the eldest of four children born to Heinrich Ludwig & Maria (Wolms) Peters. He grew up on the farm and apprenticed at other farms. He came to manage his father's farm as he came of age as his father had passed when he was 8 years old. He was active in the Lutheran church as a youth. He came to the United States in 1956, living in Washington, DC and working nights as a mechanic on milk trucks for Sealtest Dairy. He met his wife, the former Miss Nancy Porter while visiting his aunt Helen Payne who lived in Greenwood. They were married March 9, 1957 in Brentwood, Maryland and he came to work for his father-in-law, Carl Porter at the New Process Fibre Company in

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Greenwood in 1957 and took over the operation upon Mr. Porter's death in 1962. His strong work ethic enabled him to take the business from the verge of closing to one of the country's leading manufacturer's of non-metallic stamped parts known to major industry across the country and around the world. He did this while raising a family with his wife, working 18 hour days, yet always home for dinner and never working on a Sunday. He became a naturalized United States citizen in 1960 and was very proud to be an American. He had a great love for his local community of Greenwood. He had a strong relationship with his Heavenly Father, having come to Christ at a young age. He was a longstanding member of the Greenwood United Methodist Church and has served the church as a Trustee, Sunday School Superintendent, and on various boards and committees. He was a loving and caring husband, father and grandfather who greatly valued family and relationship. He always looked for the good in others and was patient, kind, understanding, gentle, and humble. He was widely known by his family, friends, and employees as a fair man. He loved according to I Corinthians 13. He was an active member of the Greenwood Volunteer Fire Company and most recently was an Honorary Member. He was active in the Greenwood Kiwanis Club and is a past President. He served as a director of the Greenwood Trust Company from 1976 until it's sale to Sears. He served as a director of the Greenwood Building and Loan Association from 1972 until it's merger with Second National. He was appointed by then Governor Michael Castle to the State Board of Physical Therapists as a public member in 1988. He had received formal recognition from the State Legislature for his contributions to the State of Delaware. He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Nancy Porter Peters; two sons, Carl Peters and his wife Bonnie of Greenwood, Hans Peters and his wife Sherry of Greenwood; two daughters, Maria Christine Rust and her husband Bill of Greenwood, Margareta Groetsema and her husband Dale of Vancouver, Washington; 11 grandchildren; a brother and his wife, Hans & Barbara Peters of Stade, Germany, two sisters, Renate Ritscher and her husband Hans-Hermann of Nindorf, Germany and Gerda Bergman of Buxtehude, Germany;and 12 nieces and nephews in Germany. Services were on Wednesday at the Greenwood United Methodist Church with interment followed at St. Johnstown Cemetery in Greenwood. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the Greenwood Volunteer Fire Company and/or Ambulance Squad, PO Box 1, Greenwood, DE 19950 or to Maranatha Ministries, PO Box 3355, Wilmington, NC 28406. Arrangements by Fleischauer Funeral Home, 48 West Market Street, Greenwood, Delaware 19950, (302)3494568

Heber Ray Torbert, 92

Heber Ray Torbert of the 2900 block of Elbyrne Drive, died July 22, 2007, in his residence. He was born in Sussex, DE, and was

preceded in death by his wife, Gladys Johnson Torbert and a son, Bruce Alan Torbert. Heber was a retired accountant with Union 76 with 42 years of service. He was a life member of the Loyal Order of Moose. Heber is survived by two daughters, Gertrude Ann Walker Bennett and husband Donald Charles of Chesapeake, VA and Christina Heber Ray Torbert Marie Torbert O’Neill of Norfolk, VA; two sons, Johnny Ray of Virginia Beach, VA and Jeffrey Trent Torbert of Norfolk, VA; three granddaughters, Kelly Ann Walker Doss and husband Timothy Wayne and Patricia Marie Walker, both of Chesapeake, VA and Elizabeth Rae-Ann O’Neill of Norfolk, VA; three great granddaughters, his little angels, Alexis, Emoni and Breona, all of Chesapeake, VA; and a host of nieces, nephews and other relatives who will remember him as the “Card Man.” A funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Friday, July 27, 2007, in HollomonBrown Funeral Home, Indian River Chapel by Pastor Mike Putnam. Burial will follow in Colonial Grove Memorial Park. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Thursday from 7 to 8:30

p.m. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.hollomon-brown.com.

Jeffrie L. Smith, 64

Jeffrie L. "Dusty" Smith of Laurel died July 16, 2007 at home in Laurel. He was a son of Stuart F. and Malinda Cole Smith, who preceded him in death. "Dusty" was a member of the I.O.O.F. Union # 3 in Georgetown, and was an Entered Apprentice with Franklin Masonic Lodge #12 in Georgetown. He had been a Marine Corps Vietnam Veteran, and a past Member of the Delaware National Guard. Besides his parents, he was also predeceased by a brother, Stuart F. Smith; and a sister, Mildred Bedwill. He is survived by his wife, Becky Smith, his children, Jeffrie L. Smith Jr. of Long Neck and Mark Allen Smith of Millsboro; a stepson, Timothy Chambers of Georgetown; daughter, Veronica Lynn Kintz and husband Steven of St. Cloud, Fla.; nine grandchildren, two step-granddaughters. Services were on Friday, July 20, at Watson Funeral Home, 211 Washington St., Millsboro, where friends called prior to the services. Interment was in Laurel Hill Cemetery, Laurel. Arrangement were handled by Watson Funeral Home, Millsboro. Letters of condolence may be emailed to: Watson Funeral Home, Delmarvaobits.com, or Watsonfh.com.

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William P. Crewe, 85 William P. "Bill" Crewe of Seaford passed away on July 17, 2007 at Peninsula Regional Medical Center in Salisbury, Md. He was born in Murrayville, Pa., a son of Arthur Crewe and Lena Stout Crewe, who predeceased him. Bill earned his undergraduate degree from George Washington University and graduated from George Washington Law School. He was retired from the US Tax Court as an attorney and the Administrator of the Court. He was a member of the D.C. Bar, Md. Supreme Court and Virginia Bar. He was a member of the Seaford VFW; a Lobbyist and lifelong member of the National Rifle Association. He was the founding and active member of Wildlife Habitat, Inc., and founder of Kid's Day. He was a member of St. John's United Methodist Church in Seaford. He also had been an instructor at Wilmington College. He was a D-Day Veteran serving in the Navy as a Chief Petty Officer in World War II and Korean War. Mr. Crewe was a Scout Master and avid hunter, fisherman, conservationist and environmentalist. He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Averill Crewe of Seaford; his son, Ret. Col. William Stewart Crewe and his wife Sandi of Illinois, a daughter, Catherine Dickerson and her husband Donny of Seaford; a brother, Richard Crewe of Oklahoma and a sister, Irma Sebert of Ohio. Also surviving him are grandchildren, Matthew Crewe, Kathleen DickersonCosans and her husband Seth Cosans, and Virginia Dickerson and her fiancé Ethan Long; also a great-grandchild, Carson Long. A Memorial Service was held at St. John's United Methodist Church, Pine and Poplar streets, Seaford, on Saturday, July 21. The Revs Chris Pennington and Rick Evans officiated. Burial was private. Arrangements were in the care of the Hannigan, Short, Disharoon Funeral Home, 700 West St., Laurel, DE 19956. Contributions may be made in his honor to: Wildlife Habitat, Inc., c/o Patrick Marvil, 6387 Woodland Ferry Rd. Seaford, DE 19973.

Cleatus Elwood Steen, 74 Cleatus Elwood Steen of Greenwood died Thursday, July 19, 2007 in Peninsula Regional Medical Center, Salisbury, Md. He was born Aug. 25, 1932 near Bridgeville, a son of Della Mae Anderson and Harry Thomas Steen. He attended Bridgeville Schools. He worked for Newtons and later operated heavy equipment for Soil Conservation. He was also an employee for the State of Delaware. In 1972, he went into business for himself as a poultry man. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by four brothers, Clifford, Harrison, Edward and Virgil Steen. and three sisters, Elizabeth Tribbit, Margaret Tribbit and Helen Passwaters. He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Leona Biddle Steen, and a sister. Mildred Steen Trice of Federalsburg. Md. He is also survived by a very close nephew, Harry "Butch" Tribbit of Bridgeville and several other nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held Tuesday, July 24, at Watson-Yates Funeral Home,

Seaford, where friends called prior to the services. The Rev. Robert Hudson officiated. Burial was in Odd Fellows Cemetery, Seaford.

Salvatrice Lombardo Rebman, 65 Salvatrice "Sally" Lombardo Rebman of Laurel went to be with the Lord on Friday, July 20, 2007 after a courageous battle with breast cancer, at Coastal Hospice at the Lake, Salisbury, Md. surrounded by her loving family. Sally was born March 4, 1942 in Jamestown, N.Y., the only child of John and Sarah (Palermo) Lombardo, who preceded her in death. She was a gradSalvatrice Rebman uate of Thompson Business School, Wilmington, and Fanny Allen Memorial School of Practical Nursing, Burlington, Vt. She received her BA in sociology from Johnson State College, Johnson, Vt. in 1982. She retired in 2004 from Healthsouth Rehab. Hospital, Salisbury, after 11 years of service as a Med nurse. Sally was a devout Roman Catholic and enjoyed attending daily Holy Mass at Our Lady of Lourdes Church in Seaford. She was a Third Order Carmelite Lay Member belonging to the Community of Mary, affiliated with the Discalced Carmelite Monastery in Washington, D.C. In 1999, she made her final promised "vows" at St. Francis de Sales Church, Salisbury. She is survived by her husband of 44 years, James “Jim” Rebman of Laurel; a daughter, Michelle Layton and her husband Jerry of Bridgeville; two sons, John Rebman and his wife Karen of Seaford and Sgt. Steven Rebman USMC and his wife Khampeephan of Jacksonville, N.C.; four grandchildren, Matthew and William Rebman, Sarah and Shawn Layton, her stepmother Vivian Isaacs Lombardo, and three stepsisters, Kay Tebbens, Beth Isaacs, and Sue Isaacs. A Memorial Mass was celebrated at 11:00 a.m. at St. Francis de Sales Catholic Church, Salisbury. Msgr. Joseph Rebman was celebrant. Internment was in Spring Hill Memory Gardens, Hebron, Md. Memorial contributions may be made to Women Supporting Women, Salisbury Chapter, 106 West Circle Ave., Suite 101, Cannon Bldg., Salisbury, MD 21801. Arrangements were in the care of Holloway Funeral Home, Salisbury, MD. Visit www.hollowayfh.com to send condolences to the family.

Hiram Dorman, 81 Hiram Dorman of Laurel passed away on Friday, July 20, 2007 at his home. He was the son of Samuel and Jennie Culver Dorman, who preceded him in death. Hiram was a self-employed and accomplished farmer of corn and soybeans. He attended Kings United Methodist Church in Laurel. He is survived by a sister, Della Moore of Laurel, and a half brother, Samuel Pusey; a nephew, Dana Moore and a niece, Betsy Moore, all of

Laurel. A Graveside Service was held at Laurel Hill Cemetery, 9th St., Laurel, on Sunday, July 22. The Rev. Barbara Auer officiated. Arrangements were handled by the Hannigan, Short, Disharoon Funeral Home, Laurel.

John Herman Peigh, 92 John Herman Peigh of Middletown went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, July 21, 2007. Mr. Peigh was a committed Christian who served in many different areas of the church throughout his life. He was a member of the Newark First Church of the Nazarene. He worked for more than 30 years as a purchasing agent for the DuPont Company in Seaford, before retiring in 1977. He was musical and enjoyed playing his mandolin. John also liked to fish, bowl and paint. John leaves to cherish his memory his wife, Claudia Peigh of Middletown; three sons, David Peigh and his wife Delores of Knoxville, Tenn.; Keith Cherry of Douglasville, Ga.; and Donald Cherry and his wife Lynn of Middletown; a brother, Carl Peigh of Napa, Calif.; four sisters, Marie McGee of Laurel, Ruth Whitaker of Wilmington, Hazel Vugteveen of Zeeland, Mich.; and Dorothy Garrison of Artoboro, N.C.; 11 grandchildren; 14 great grandchildren; and a host of nieces and nephews. John was preceded in death by his first wife Julia Peigh; a son, William Cherry; a brother Henry Peigh; and two sisters, Jean

PAGE 23 Otteni and Frances Nordland. A visitation was held Tuesday, July 24, in the Newark First Church of the Nazarene, Newark, followed by a service in celebration of John's life. Interment was in Georgia. Contributions may be sent in John's memory to the Newark First Church of the Nazarene Building Fund, 357 Paper Mill Rd., Newark, DE 19711. To send an online condolence visit www.strano-feeley.com

Chester Joseph Walls, 88 Chester Joseph Walls of Georgetown died July 20, 2007 at Beebe Medical Center, Lewes. Born in Fairmount, Mr. Walls was a retired carpenter, having worked most of his career with Briggs Construction. He was an avid “Jack of All Trades,” he loved to repair things and tinker. He loved people, was a quiet man and spent his time trying to serve and please others. He loved animals. He was a member of Christ United Methodist Church in Laurel. He is survived by is wife of 67 years, Margaret Effie Downs Walls. He is also survived by 16 nieces and nephews, and many, many friends and neighbors. A service for him was on Wednesday, July 25, at Watson Funeral Home, Millsboro, with the Rev. Fred Duncan officiating. A viewing was held prior to the service. Internment was in St. John’s Church Cemetary. Contributions in his memory may be made to Christ United Methodist Church, Laurel.

From left are Ralph Graves, Henry Palmer, Larry Manlove, Paul Alexander, Craig Banks, Lou Everline, Ed Banning, and Wanda Miller at the groundbreaking ceremony for the new transitional housing building at the Mission of Hope in Seaford.

Mission of Hope breaks ground “This has been a long time coming,” stated Mission of Hope Administrator Paul Alexander. The Mission broke ground on Thursday, July 19 on the northeast corner of Third and North Sts.in Seaford for a new building that will provide transitional housing for Mission residents, as well as emergency housing for families experiencing a temporary loss of house due to fire, or other family disaster. Transitional housing is an important step in returning a man to a productive life in the community. It gives him a place to reside while training and working toward independent living. The Mission also has plans to build an educational center that will provide GED programs, vocational training and job placement services. The Mission’s Bible

study program will be expanded to include college level courses. Beyond the educational center, the Mission’s vision includes a women’s shelter, but additional property will be required for that effort. The Mission of Hope provides rehabilitation, education and housing for men who are homeless. The Mission treats the causes of homelessness in order to return these men to a productive life in the community. Construction volunteers are encouraged to contact the Mission of Hope at 6292559, or you can e-mail the Mission at SeafordMission@Verizon.Net, or write to Seaford Mission, PO Box 1271, Seaford, DE 19973. As always, the Mission appreciates all financial help received, and especially your prayers.

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Health The ongoing fight against bacterial infection By Anthony Policastro, M.D

There are many bacteria that cause infections. Some of them are common. Some are not. One of the more common bacteria goes by the name of Staph aureus (short for staphylococcus aureus). Infections with staph aureus are seen frequently. When I was doing my residency, we had a family of antibiotics to treat it. The name of that family was methicillin. If we saw an infection that looked like staph aureus, we had several antibiotics to choose from. Most of the infections we saw were skin infections. Staph aureus is the most common cause of skin infections with pus in them. It is also one of the common causes of impetigo. It can cause serious infections in other parts of the body. Fortunately, those infections are less common. It was easy to see a skin infection and know that it was staph aureus. All that needed to be done was order methicillin and treat the infection.

...within the last 2 – 3 years MRSA infections have become much more aggressive. They grow faster. They grow deeper into the body tissue. They spread faster. Over the years two things happened. The first was that we began to see some staph aureus that were no longer sensitive to methicillin. It was a few bacteria at first. However, the frequency became more and more. The result is that now most staph aureus is resistant to methicillin. The name we give to these new strains is Methicillin Resistant Staph Aureus (MRSA). MRSA is now so common that many people have heard the term. The second thing that happened is that the skin infections became more severe. At one time, you could treat a patient

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with methicillin. If the infection did not get better quickly, you could change the antibiotic. It was not a problem to delay using the right antibiotic. However, within the last 2 – 3 years MRSA infections have become much more aggressive. They grow faster. They grow deeper into the body tissue. They spread faster. It is important to treat them early. It is important to treat them quickly. It is important to treat them aggressively. If someone gets a skin infection, there are four things they should look for. One is redness. If it stays at the site of the infection, that is not very worrisome. If the redness begins to enlarge, that is more of a problem. The second thing to look for is tenderness. The more tender an infection is, the more it is likely to be under pressure. Treating it to relieve that pressure is important. The third thing is to see if the area is hot. The fourth is to look for swelling.If someone has an infection that is red, hot,

swollen and tender, they should be seen for it. Other signs suggest that the infection is starting to spread. Individuals with those signs need to be seen urgently. Fever means that the entire body is reacting to a local infection. A red line extending from the infection suggests that the infection is spreading along the lymph tracks in the body. Swollen glands near the infection means that the infection has already spread to those glands. These three things warrant a visit to the physician or emergency room very quickly. Once the infection is diagnosed, it will need to be treated with an antibiotic. That antibiotic will need to be something other than methicillin. We used to use Keflex for these infections, but MRSA is usually resistant to that as well. The drugs that we commonly use are called Clindamycin or Bactrim. Staph aureus is still common. However, the way it behaves has changed. The way we treat it has also changed. It is a bacteria that deserves some respect.

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Health Briefs Memory walk The Kent-Sussex Memory Walk Committee is fully involved in the planning of Memory Walk 2007, the only annual fundraiser sponsored by the Alzheimer's Association in Sussex County. The walk will take place at Grove Park in Rehoboth Beach on Sept. 29, with registration beginning at 8:30 a.m. Darryl Ciarlante and Joe Zuber, owners of Dos Locos Restaurant at 208 Rehoboth Ave., Rehoboth Beach, will be the honorary chairs this year. Eighteen Teams are pre-registered, and we are actively recruiting for teams and individual walkers at this time. Registration is available online at www.alz-delawarevalley.org. For more information, contact the Branch Office in Georgetown at 854-9788.

Excellence in Nursing Practice The Delaware Excellence in Nursing Practice Awards were presented to nurses who exemplify the profession as selected by their peers. The awards were presented during a banquet at the Modern Maturity Center on Tuesday, July 17. Those in attendance included Gov. Ruth Ann Minner, Rep. Bethany HallLong, 8th District and representatives from area colleges and universities, associations, area hospitals and public health. Major sponsors for the event were Chris-

tiana Care Health System, Bayhealth Medical Center, Delaware Healthcare Association and Nemours/duPont Hospital for Children. George Rudloff, President of the Delaware Organization of Nurse Executives and Penny Seiple, president of the Delaware Nurses Association, Norine Watson, representing the nomination review panel announced the finalists and the award winners from each of the seven categories. Nurse Educator-Teresa Towne MSN, RNC, Clinical Nurse Educator, Bayhealth Medical Center Acute Care-Mary Newman RN, CPON Direct Care Nurse-Pediatric Oncology Nemours/duPont Hospital for Children Advanced Practice-Cheryl Layfield RN, MSN, CFNP, NCFN, CEN, CCRN Nurse Practitioner, Indian River School District New Graduate-Michael Golecki RN, Direct Care Nurse-Pediatric Intensive Care Unit, Nemours/duPont Hospital for Children Long-Term Care-Dawn Marvil RN, LifeCare at Loftland Park Community Based-Maryann Merrylees RN, St. Francis Hospital, St. Clare Medical Outreach Nurse Leader-Betty Paulanka EdD, RN, Dean/Professor University of Delaware School of Nursing

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CNA of the Year To recognize the importance of Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) as invaluable members of the health care team, nominations are being accepted at Delaware Technical & Community College, Owens Campus, for the annual CNA of the Year award. The award will be presented at the 11th annual CNA Recognition Day held on Friday, Oct. 19, at the Owens Campus in Georgetown. The honoree will be chosen from nominations submitted by family members, friends, employers, and patients based on the CNA's dedication to provid-

ing care, comfort, and commitment to his/her patients. Nomination forms must be completed and returned to the college no later than Sept. 15. CNA Recognition Day is an annual event held at the Owens Campus and is co-sponsored by the college along with local hospitals, long-term care facilities, and home health agencies. It provides an occasion for CNAs to improve their professional skills, develop their professional identity, and increase their sense of pride and self-esteem. The event includes workshops, exhibits, door prizes, and networking opportunities as it brings together CNAs from Delaware and the Eastern Shore of Maryland. For more information about the award, the event, or to receive a nomination form, call 302-856-5400, ext. 3190.

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Entertainment Community Concert to begin membership drive Seaford Community Concert Association members are gearing up for the 20072008 annual membership drive, beginning Aug. 1, for the 59th season. Members are busy getting ready to send out their membership fliers to past members, hoping to again sell out memberships, which was accomplished in 2006-2007 season. All concerts will again be held in the auditorium of Seaford Senior High School located on Market Street. Concerts will again begin at 8 p.m., with doors opening at 7:30 p.m.Five excellent concerts have been chosen for the membership to enjoy: Mr. Jack Daniel's Original Silver Cornet Band on Sept. 22; pianist Michael Kaeshammer on Oct. 29; The Black Mountain Male Chorus of Wales on Feb. 6, 2008; The French Chamber Orchestra (L'Orchestre de Chambre Francais) on

Feb. 23, 2008; and Saxophobia with Rob Verdi on April 17, 2008. Memberships will be available in several categories: early bird special, due by Aug. 20, for adults are $40, family $85, and student $10; after Aug. 21. Adults are $45, family is $95, and student $12. Kick-off for association members assisting with the membership drive will be held on Saturday, Aug. 4 at 10 a.m. at Grace Baptist Church on Atlanta Road. Anyone interested in becoming a worker for this membership drive is cordially invited to attend this important meeting to receive membership supplies. Call Allan Kittila, Community Concert Association president, at 629-6184 or Mary Ann Torkelson, Community Concert Association secretary, 536-1384 if you plan to attend this meeting.

Possum Point to open Theatre Academy Possum Point Players is inviting children entering grades 5 through 10 to join their Theatre Academy. This program is a full-day theatrical learning program running from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., for one week, from July 30 through Aug. 3. The focus of these programs centers on elements of theatre. Participants in the Theatre Academy are older, and will learn more detailed and

First Saturday in the First State Events First State Heritage Park sites All sites are open from 9 a.m. 4:30 p.m. First State Heritage Park sites are located in historic downtown Dover. Admission to all sites is free and parking is available at the Delaware Public Archives, 121 Duke of York Street. Horses & History 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. On Aug. 4, as part of The First State Heritage Park's First Saturday programming, live horses will be on the Dover Green. Along with the horses will be the “Spirits of The Green,” historical interpreters from the First State Heritage Park dressed in colonial attire to tell the stories of Old Dover and tavern life. This program is sure to be fun for people of all ages. Walking Tour 2 p.m. Tories, Whigs, militia, and insurrection. Dover was a hotbed of revolutionary and loyalist activity during the struggle for American Independence. Join a First State Heritage Park inter-

intensive theatrical skills, including work on acting, vocal work, and other age-appropriate activities. The 2007 Academies have a "Greek Mythology" theme. Registration is now open, but space is limited. The enrollment fee is $150 for the week. Contact the Possum Point Players at 302856-4560 for further information, or to request a registration form.

preter to revisit the Revolution. Tours leave from the Delaware Visitor Center, 406 Federal Street, Dover. Free. No reservations required. “Biggs Bugs” 2 - 3:30 p.m. Children ages 510 will learn about insects that can be found in the State of Delaware. Participants will make insects to leave in the Museum and to take home. At the Biggs Museum of American Art, 406 Federal Street, Dover. For children ages 5-10. Free. Pre-registration is required. Call (302) 674-2111. Audio Tours 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Audio wands with self-guided audio walking tours of nearly 30 sites located in Dover's Historic District can be rented at the Delaware Visitor Center. Walking tours are $5 per person. Fun at Museum Square 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Summertime means baseball - America's favorite pastime! Fans of all ages will enjoy hearing about World Series champion pitcher Vic Willis, the “Delaware Peach” at the Museum of Small Town Life.

Sharptown Carnival opens next Thursday

The Sharptown, Md., Firemen's Carnival will open for the 81st year in a row this Thursday, Aug. 2, through Aug. 26, open every evening, except Sunday. The carnival has been a part of the Sharptown Volunteer Fire Department since the department was founded in 1926. Many people go there every year for the oyster fritter and crab cake sandwiches. And the young among them go for the rides. Those rides include the Skyfighter, featuring jets that fly around in a circle, a whip, a merry-go-round (built during the Depression), miniature antique cars, the Space Train, wacky Worm, miniature fire engines, a 12-seat Ferris wheel, a tilt-a whirl, a 90-foot sliding board, the Scrambler and the spinning Tornado. For additional information, call the Sharptown Fire Department, (410) 883-3131.

Blueberry & Bluegrass Family Fun Day

Come one, come all. “Those Blueberry Boys from Gumboro,” Dave Size and Joe Webb, invite you to come to the fifth annual Family Fun Day at their Blueberry Lane Farm, on July 28, from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. This year's festival will have “foot stomping” and “String picking” bluegrass music live, a blueberry pie-eating contest for kids (2 p.m.) and lots of moon bouncing fun for kids on eight different, super-sized, super-fun inflatable

attractions throughout the day. There is an admission for the “Big Blueberry Bounce Park.” In addition to fine country music, the day will feature “berrylicious” recipes and foods, as well as fun events and attractions. Be sure not to miss this event. Load up the family and friends and travel to Frankford, to pick blueberries and blackberries, and enjoy the Blueberry Lane Farm's Family Fun Day. Blueberry Lane Farm, 24133 Blueberry Lane, Frankford, DE 19945, is located 1/2 mile south of Rt. 26 (Nine Foot Road) and County Road 402 (Blueberry Lane). Visit their website www.blueberrylanefarm.com for more information, or call the farm at 302-238-7043.

Lewes Historical Society holds 44th antique show

The Lewes Historical Society will be offering the 44th annual edition of its popular Antiques Show on Aug. 4 at the corner of Second and Shipcarpenter streets in historic, downtown Lewes. The show runs from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. This year, the show's featured antiques dealer Rick Fish of Maryland's Eastern Shore. For this year's show, Rick has donated a carved heron that will be raffled off. Tickets are available at Habersham Peddler's on Savannah Road. The Antiques Show features Kupchicks selling delicious hot dogs, sandwiches, iced tea, sodas and other great treats. Admission to the show is $3 and all proceeds benefit the Society's programs in historic preservation and education.

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Possum Juniors to perform Possum Point Players’ annual summer production is a presentation of the Possum Juniors group, a year-round branch of the community theatre for kids from sixth grade throughout high school. The “PJs”, as they are called, held open auditions this spring, and director Lucas Killion of Lewes, current President of the PJs, included in the cast children as young as seven, and as old as 18. Many of the cast and their parents are already familiar with the story, not least because of the major motion picture, which came out two years ago. “Our audiences and members appreciate familyfriendly entertainment during the summer when kids are off from school,” said Possum Executive Administrator Mary Cahill, “The kids all have fun with these productions, often with whole families getting involved.” The cast and crew include students with little acting experience, and those who have been on-stage numerous times. Members of the “PJs” meet year-round, and learn various aspects of theatre.

Those with more experience mentor the younger ones, and parents help out behind the scenes. “It looks like it's a terrific opportunity for kids' imaginations to run wild,” commented Possum volunteer, Cassandra Petersen, “The set is simple, like an improvised canvas, and will be filled with the fantastic characters C.S. Lewis created.” The theatre recommends calling the number below to reserve tickets, but will accept walk-ins on the night of a performance. “The Lion, The Witch and the Wardrobe” opened July 25, and runs through Sunday, July 29. Show times are 7 p.m. on July 26, 27, and 28, and 2 p.m. on July 29. Tickets are $8.00 each, or $7 for Seniors and students, and are available by calling the Possum Point Ticketline at 302-856-4560. Possum Point Players is sponsored in part by grants from the National Endowment for the Arts and the Delaware Division of the Arts.

Independent Films return to The Schwartz Center Independent film returns to the Schwartz Center in Dover on Aug. 5 with “The Wind That Shakes the Barley,” a powerful story of the early days of “the troubles” in Ireland and winner of the Best Film Award at the 2006 Cannes Film Festival. The film will show at 7 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 5, and Wednesday, Aug. 8. Directed by renowned British director, Ken Loach, the film tells the story of two brothers who join the Irish resistance fighters against the British in 1916-1921 Ireland. Portrayed by Best Actor nominee (British Independent Film Award) Cillian Murphy of “Breakfast on Pluto” and Best Actor in a Supporting Role nominee (IFTA Award) Padraic Delaney, the brothers fight side-by-side until the Anglo-Irish Treaty is signed in 1921. Then, taking separate sides in a civil war that erupts soon afterwards, the broth-

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Trip to Vermont

Methodist Manor House will host a fall trip to Vermont on Oct. 17-20. This fourday, three-night trip features a luncheon at the Trapp Family Lodge among many other exciting features. Your cost of $440 per person (double occupancy) includes lodging, most meals, motor coach transportation, all taxes and gratuities and luggage handling. To register or for more information, call Dixie Carlisle at 628-5631. Only a few seats left.

Sight and Sound Theater Trip

A bus trip to Sight and Sound Theater, Strasburg, (Lancaster, Pa.), for the show “In the Beginning,” on Tuesday, Sept. 18. Bus will leave New Liberty Wesleyan Church at Federalsburg Road-Bridgeville Road, at 7:45 a.m. We will return at 8 p.m. Price includes show at noon, buffet luncheon at 3 p.m. at Hershey Farms Restaurant. Call before Aug. 8. For more information call Lorraine at 629-8928.

AARP Chapter 915 Trip

AARP Chapter 915 presents Kutsher’s Country Club in the Catskill Mountains of New York State, three days-two nights, Sept. 18-20, for only $340, per person, double occupancy. $60 additional single supplement. Included in the price: Two night accommodations in super deluxe rooms at Kutsher’s, two full breakfasts, two lunches and two complete dinners. For information and reservations call: 410-754-8588, Pickup will be in Denton, Md.; or 410-8222314, Federalsburg. Travelers insurance is available for purchase.

AARP Chapter 1084 Trips

‘Tons of Money’ The Seaford AARP 1084 is having a trip to see the comedy “Tons of Money” on Sept. 26. Cost is $60. Contact Rose Wheaton at 629-7180. Foxwoods & Mohegan Casinos The Seaford AARP 1084 is having a trip to Connecticut, on Oct. 8-10. We will be staying at Foxwood and visiting Mohegan Sun too. Even if you don’t gamble, these are must see resorts. Included are three meals plus more. The cost is $239 for three days. Contact Rose Wheaton at 629-7180. Medieval Times Dinner Theatre The Seaford AARP 1084 is having a trip on Oct. 14 to Hanover, Md. We don’t leave Seaford until 1:30 p.m. You’ll watch an exciting performance of knights on horses while you enjoy your dinner. Cost is $60. (Due Aug. 1.) Contact Rose Wheaton at 629-7180.

Longaberger Bus Trip

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The Nanticoke Senior Center is having a Myrtle Beach trip on Oct. 15 through 20 for six days and five nights. The cost is $790 for double occupancy. A deposit of $200 is due upon signing and final payment due no later than Sept. 7. The trip includes : The Alabama Theatre, The Carolina Opry, Brookgreen Gardens Guided Tour, Carolina Elegance Tour, and Historic Georgetown, S.C. Dinner choices at The Parsons Table, Ryan's Steak House, and The Chestnut Hill Restaurant. All tips and gratuities are included.

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Blades Fire Hall Breakfast

There will be an all-you-can-eat breakfast, Aug. 5, from 8 till 11 a.m., at the Blades Fire Hall, located at the corner of Cannon and Fifth streets in Blades. Cost is adults $7, children $3. For more information call Jewell Chaffinch at 6296904. Sponsored by the Auxiliary and Firemen of the Fire Company.

Crab and Watermelon Feast

Join the Friends of County Councilman Vance Phillips for a time of fun, food and family. It’s the 11th Annual Crab feast and Watermelon Extravaganza. Meet some new faces and see some old friends on Aug. 25, 3 p.m. at Cypress Point, Trap Pond. There will be live music, games for the kids, and all the seafood and watermelons you can eat. Contact Karen Marvin at 302-519-8032 or check www.vancephillips.net for more information.

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Retirement brings time to travel or just do nothing By Frank Calio

FRANK CALIO

When someone is going to retire the first question usually asked is, However, I’m beginning “What are you going to do with all your free time?” to get over the guilt of In my case the question was folloafing while she slaves lowed by a comment telling me I would go crazy doing nothing beaway. I have discovered cause for most of my life I have been very active and on the go. I can be lazy. My bride told people I would need to find something to do or we and vacuuming the house, if I want to, would both go crazy. Then she added her classic line, “I mar- when needed. As much as she cooks, doing the ried him for better or for worse, but not for kitchen floor could be a daily chore. Our lunch.” However, she did add, “unless he kitchen is used seven days a week, 12 takes me to lunch.” That was as much a hint I needed that I hours a day. I feel guilty sitting around wasn’t to hang around the house, especial- reading the paper or watching TV while she works in the kitchen. ly in the kitchen, although I had said beHowever, I’m beginning to get over the fore I retired I would help in the kitchen guilt of loafing while she slaves away. I and learn to cook. But I soon found out the kitchen is Car- have discovered I can be lazy. People also told me in retirement I olyn’s, and there is no place for me. Last would be so busy I would wonder how I week, I volunteered to learn how to make found time to work. I haven’t had time to Jell-O, a free food with my diabetic diet. find out because all we’ve done is travel to The first lesson was how to boil water; I doctors. I haven’t even touched my list of passed that test, but didn’t do well thereto do’s or the bride’s honey-do list. after. During my first week in retirement, one Before all was said and done, we had a of us had a doctor’s appointment each day, slight disagreement how to measure the a few were together. I hope this is not a boiling water, where to get the cold water, sign of things to come. However, I realize the refrigerator or the sink; I had chosen at our age doctors are now a part of our the sink. Wrong choice. life. So I think my cooking career is over; So we have become close traveling for now. I have been relegated to watching partners. A new definition of togetherness. the Food Channel, doing the kitchen floor, I can remember when I graduated from

high school people were dying in their 40s and 50s and, if they lived into their 60s, well, they were old people. It’s amazing how far medicine has come in 50 years. I was recently told by a person in their 80s, that this era of my life, from now to 80 years old would be the best time for traveling; no kids to worry about, just pack up and go. My hope is to go west, to see the Grand Canyon, Mt. Rushmore and other points of interest and to visit friends and relatives I never had the time to see. I guess my bride and I are in God’s hands now. We have worked hard to get to this point in life and have raised five kids. I hope we can reap our rewards. In anticipation of retirement, I added on to our existing double car garage with a double addition. But only one bay is for a vehicle; the other is for a work, or tinkering shop, and overhead features a large sports den. It’s almost like a bachelor pad: a kitchenette with range and refrigerator, bath with large shower, 62” TV, 9-ft pool table, AC and heat complete with couch if I really want to get lost, or if my bride wants me to get lost. I haven’t been able to use the room since my retirement. Daughter #2, home from college, is using the room for drawing house designs. The AC is running 24/7 in my play room to keep her computer from overheating, the pool is running, as is the AC in the house. The electric meter just keeps spinning around.

With the price of gas and energy, will seniors be looking for employment to supplement pension and social security checks or have to cut back on their food and life style? Frightening! Food prices are going out of sight along with the cost of utility and fuel. Unfortunately, social security and payroll checks are not keeping up with inflation. Many young couples have over-extended their credit, debt is at the highest level in our lifetime and bankruptcies are up. And the cost of prescriptions and medical care is out of sight, and our government, both sides of the aisle, are turning their heads to reality. Yet our government can spend billions each month overseas, but cannot help those in need in our country. Shame on them! As with many retirees, travel is a priority. I think of many of my friends who planned to travel until illness set in. I promised my bride I would take the summer off from doing anything, hopefully spending some precious time with the offspring, followed by traveling in the fall. As you can tell, I have agreed to continue my column and do some stories for the paper. I purchased a laptop computer that I can take on my travels so my column can continue without interruptions. So, with fingers crossed, I look forward to being blessed with a number of years where I can get up in the morning along with the aches, know who I am, be able to drive, get in some traveling — all with my bride, of course. Time will tell!

Letters to the Editor Nanticoke Riverfest chairperson thanks everyone for its success

As the Chairperson for the 13th Annual Nanticoke Riverfest, I would like to take this opportunity to say “Thank You!” Thank you to our many volunteers, sponsors, committee members, and most importantly, to our community. Riverfest was once again a huge success, not by the merits of a few, but because of everyone involved. The hours our committee put into planning is only the beginning. Our volunteers worked hours on end, giving their own time, to ensure Riverfest’s success. Of course, Riverfest could not happen with out the financial support and the outpouring of generosity from our sponsors. With all of these key pieces in place, our puzzle would still not be complete without the participation of our community. It truly is a joy to see everyone so excited and eager to come out and spend time with one another, sharing in the day and a half of fellowship this event has always provided. As previously stated, this year truly was a success. Our attendance was up and record participation numbers were reached at some of our events. We were lucky this year to have Mother Nature on our side; the weather was beautiful. Yes, it was warm at times, but the gentle breeze made it all bearable.

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 It’s over now, leaving many of our volunteers and committee members completely drained of energy, but that lack of energy is overshadowed by the sense of accomplishment everyone has. It won’t be long before we gather again as a committee to begin preparation for next year’s event. You may say to yourself, “Planning already?” and the answer is “Yes.” It takes us a little less than a year to plan this event, and it is due to the hard work, commitment and dedication of our committee that we can bring you such a great event. We could not ask for a better group! So, as you sit back, reflecting this year’s Riverfest, take the opportunity to consider next year. We urge you to consider volunteering or even consider becoming a committee

member; it truly is a rewarding experience. Again, I wish to stress my message of “Thanks” and express my sincere gratitude to everyone for making the 13th Annual Nanticoke Riverfest one of the best!

tum Primary Care office the very best for whatever they decide to do. They will be missed. Manuel and Gerda Naveira Laurel

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Being burned at the stake

The July 5 edition of the Laurel Star was really smoking. I at first thought the smoke must be coming from holiday barbecues. As I read the paper I found out that I was wrong. It was coming from a Christian, conservative, Republican being burned at the stake in Laurel. Not literally. Don Mitchell

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Dr. Stout and staff will be missed

We would like to express our deep regrets that Dr. Joyce E. Stout is closing her practice in Laurel. She has been a knowledgeable, caring physician for many Laurel residents for the past seven years. She and her staff will be greatly missed by all who depended on their care. Her staff is also to be commended for their special concern and assistance to those of us who depended on their help. We want to wish everyone at the Rossaka-

Downtown Association thank you

The Nanticoke Riverfest was a huge success this year. The careful planning and organization helped all the pieces fit into place. Those who worked at the event all did their part to make sure that everyone had a good time. The Downtown area was “spiffed-up” with flags, fresh mulch, flowers, and everything was “clean as a whistle.” Traffic issues were properly addressed, and the police officers made sure that we were safe and secure. We had an incident or two where people became overheated, but the paramedics were right there to help. The fire company did things ranging from cooking chicken to helping with the float-in. We had plenty of electric for the vendors. Sunday morning, if not for the stage and the portable toilets, you would not be able to tell we had the Riverfest. There was instant clean-up. On behalf of the members of the Downtown Seaford Association, I want to thank all who made this possible. Frank Raskauskas

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LEGALS TOWN OF BRIDGEVILLE ANNEXATION REFERENDUM AUGUST 4, 2007 The Commissioners of the Town of Bridgeville will consider the property of Two Farms, Inc. t/a Royal Farms for annexation at this Referendum (Sussex Tax Map #1-31-15.00-35.00.) The property is located at the N.E. corner of the intersection of Routes 13 and 404. The Annexation Referendum will be held at the Bridgeville Town Hall, 101 N. Main St., on Saturday, August 4, 2007, from 10:00 A.M. to 2:00 P.M. A Public Hearing on the Annexation will be held on Thursday, August 2, 2007, 7:00 P.M. at the Bridgeville Town Hall. Every citizen of the Town who is eighteen years of age shall have one vote, provided he/she has registered on the “Books of Registered Voters” of the Town of Bridgeville. A person may register at the Town Hall during regular office hours, Monday through Friday, 8:30 A.M. to 4:30 P.M. No person shall be registered after the close of business on July 27, 2007. Town of Bridgeville Bonnie S. Walls, Town Manager 7/26/1tc

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING COUNTY BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT HEARING Little Creek Hundred Case No. 9912 In accordance with Chapter 115, of the Code of Sussex County, a hearing will be held on a request for a special use exception as provided by: Chapter 115, Article IV, Subsection 11523, Item A of said ordinance of SHIRLEY AND PAUL CALDWELL who are seeking a special use exception to retain a manufactured home on a medical hardship basis, to be located southeast of Road 462. The hearing will be held in the County Council Chambers, County Administrative Office Building, Georgetown, Delaware, on Monday evening, AUGUST 20, 2007, at 7:00 P.M. or as soon thereafter as may be heard. All interested parties should attend and present their views. If unable to attend the public hearing, written comments will be accepted but must be received prior to public hearing. For additional information, contact the Planning

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING COUNTY BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT HEARING Seaford Hundred Case No. 9913 In accordance with Chapter 115, of the Code of Sussex County, a hearing will be held on a request for a variance as provided by: Chapter 115, Article IV, Subsection 115-20, Item A (1) (h) of said ordinance of JAMES AND KELLY FARRELLY who are seeking a variance from the model age requirements for replacement of a manufactured home, to be located west of Road 556. The hearing will be held in the County Council Chambers, County Administrative Office Building, Georgetown, Delaware, on Monday evening, AUGUST 20, 2007, at 7:00 P.M. or as soon thereafter as may be heard. All interested parties should attend and present their views. If unable to attend the public hearing, written comments will be accepted but must be received prior to public hearing. For additional information, contact the Planning and Zoning Department at 302-855-7878. 7/26/1tc

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING COUNTY BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT HEARING Northwest Fork Hundred Case No. 9914 In accordance with Chapter 115, of the Code of Sussex County, a hearing will be held on a request for a special use exception as provided by: Chapter 115, Article IV, Subsection 11523, Item A of said ordinance of RONALD S. HART who is seeking a special use exception to retain a manufactured home on less than (10) acres, to be located north of Route 18, 625 feet west of Road 546. The hearing will be held in the County Council Chambers, County Administrative Office Building, Georgetown, Delaware, on Monday evening, AUGUST 20, 2007, at 7:00 P.M. or as soon thereafter as may be heard. All interested parties should attend and present their views. If unable to attend the public hearing, written comments will be accepted but must be received prior to public hearing.

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING COUNTY BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT HEARING Broad Creek Hundred Case No. 9916 In accordance with Chapter 115, of the Code of Sussex County, a hearing will be held on a request for a special use exception as provided by: Chapter 115, Article IV, Subsection 11523, Item A of said ordinance of JANKI RAMNATH who is seeking a special use exception to retain a manufactured home on a medical hardship basis, to be located west of U.S. Route 13, south of Road 485A, being Lots 32 thru 36, Block A within Easter Heights development. The hearing will be held in the County Council Chambers, County Administrative Office Building, Georgetown, Delaware, on Monday evening, AUGUST 20, 2007, at 7:00 P.M. or as soon thereafter as may be heard. All interested parties should attend and present their views. If unable to attend the public hearing, written comments will be accepted but must be received prior to public hearing. For additional information, contact the Planning and Zoning Department at 302-855-7878. 7/26/1tc

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NANTICOKE HUNDRED Subd. #2006-27 Notice is hereby given that the County Planning and Zoning Commission of Sussex County will hold a public hearing on Thursday evening, AUGUST 12, 2007, in the County Council Chambers, Sussex County Administrative Building, Georgetown, Delaware, on the application of O. A. NEWTON to consider the Subdivision of land in an AR-1 Agricultural Residential District in Nanticoke Hundred, Sussex County, by dividing 95.24 acres into 137 lots, (Cluster Development), located north of Road 404, 1,900 feet west of Road 525. Planning and Zoning public hearings will begin at 6:00 P.M. Text and maps of this application may be examined by interested parties in the County Planning and ZonSee LEGALS—page 34

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PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that on AUGUST 23, 2007, in the County Council Chambers, County Administrative Office Building, Georgetown, Delaware, the County Planning and Zoning Commission of Sussex County will hold a public hearing concerning the following proposed amendment to the Code of Sussex County: AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND SECTION 115-160 OF THE CODE OF SUSSEX COUNTY WITH RESPECT TO ILLEGAL SIGNS. Planning and Zoning public hearings will begin at 6:00 P.M. Copies of this proposal may be examined by interested parties in the Planning and Zoning Office, County Administrative Office Building, Georgetown, Delaware, between 8:30 A.M. and 4:30 P.M., Monday through Friday. 7/26/1tc

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Subd. #2006-28 Notice is hereby given that the County Planning and Zoning Commission of Sussex County will hold a public hearing on Thursday evening, AUGUST 23, 2007, in the County Council Chambers, Sussex County Administrative Building, Georgetown, Delaware, on the application of SUSSEX VENTURES, INC. to consider the Subdivision of land in an AR-1 Agricultural Residential District in Seaford Hundred, Sussex County, by dividing 61.17 acres into 44 lots, located east of Road 550, 1/2 mile south of Route 20. Planning and Zoning public hearings will begin at 6:00 P.M. Text and maps of this application may be examined by interested parties in the County Planing and Zoning Office, Sussex County Administration Building, Georgetown, Delaware. If unable to attend the public hearing, written comments will be accepted but must be received prior to the public hearing. For additional information, contact the Planning and zoning Department at 302-855-7878. 7/26/1tc

PUBLIC NOTICE The following Ordinance has been proposed at the

regular meeting of the Sussex County Council on July 17, 2007: AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND SECTION 115-160 OF THE CODE OF SUSSEX COUNTY WITH RESPECT TO ILLEGAL SIGNS. Copies of the above Ordinance are available in the Office of the Clerk of the Sussex County Council, County Administrative Office Building, Georgetown, Delaware. Public herings thereon will be held in the Chamber of the Sussex County Council, County Administrative Office Building, Georgetown, Delaware, on SEPTEMBER 18, 2007 at 1:30 P.M. or as soon thereafter as may be heard. At that time and place, all persons interested shall have a reasonable opportunity to be heard. 7/26/1tc

NOTICE Estate of Angela Maria Vilone, Deceased. Notice is hereby given that Letters of Testamentary upon the estate of Angela Maria Vilone who departed this life on the 3rd day of July, A.D. 2007 late of Delmar, DE were duly granted unto Angelica Lee Ent on the 12th day of July, A.D. 2007, 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 3rd day of March, A.D. 2008 or abide by the law in this behalf. Executrix: Angelica Lee Ent 31178 Old Ocean City Road Salisbury, MD 21801 David L. Wilson Register of Wills 7/26/3tc

NOTICE Estate of Marquerite J. Austin, Deceased. Notice is hereby given that Letters of Testamentary upon the estate of Marquerite J. Austin who departed this life on the 28th day of June, A.D. 2007 late of Laurel, DE were duly granted unto Eva W. Shockley, June Ellen West on the 12th day of July, A.D. 2007, and all persons indebted to the said deceased are required to make payments to the said Co-Executrices without delay, and all persons having demands against the deceased are required to exhibit and present the

same duly probated to the said Co-Executrices on or before the 28th day of February, A.D. 2008 or abide by the law in this behalf. Co-Executrices: Eva W. Shockley 10100 Woodland Ferry Rd. Laurel, DE 19956 June Ellen West 18534 Shiloh Church Rd. Georgetown, DE 19947 David L. Wilson Register of Wills 7/26/3tc

NOTICE Estate of Robert Cecil Wilson, Jr., Deceased. Notice is hereby given that Letters of Testamentary upon the estate of Robert Cecil Wilson, Jr. who departed this life on the 23rd day of May, A.D. 2007 late of Seaford, DE were duly granted unto John Craig Truitt, Connie Mumford Truitt on the 6th day of July, A.D. 2007, 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 23th day of January, A.D. 2008 or abide by the law in this behalf. Co-Executors: John Craig Truitt Connie Mumford Truitt 12900 Concord Rd. Seaford, DE 19973 Attorney: David W. Baker, Esq. PO Box 551 Georgetown, DE 19947 David L. Wilson Register of Wills 7/19/3tc

NOTICE Estate of Angelene W. Howard, Deceased. Notice is hereby given that Letters of Testamentary upon the estate of Angelene W. Howard who departed this life on the 22nd day of June, A.D. 2007 late of Seaford, DE were duly granted unto Joyce A. Spratt on the 28th day of June, A.D. 2007, 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 22nd day of February, A.D. 2008 or abide by the law in this behalf. Executrix: Joyce A. Spratt 110 Dogwood Dr., Hurlock, MD 21643 David L. Wilson Register of Wills 7/12/3tc

On the Record Building Permits • 07/06/07, Wanda L. Rhodes, W/Rt. No. 484, 450', N/Rt. No. 483, Lot No. 8, Nanticoke Hundred, Sunroom, $12,288 • Norris L. Niblett, W/Rt. No. 13A, 845', N/Rt. No. 64, Lot No. 16, Little Creek Hundred, Dwelling w/Additions, $82,364 • Billy J. Sr. and Janet Lee Shockley, E/Rd. No. 561, Seaford Hundred, Pole Building, $28,704 • Wayne L. and Brenda Oliphant, Highway, LaurelDelmar, Little Creek Hundred, Family Room/Office, $32,256 • Donna-Carole Brown, SW/Pine Street, 60', SSE/Maple Street, Seaford Hundred, Interior Remodel, $11,700 • Russell D. and JoAnn M. Batson, Clearbrooke Estates, Lot No. 150, Seaford Hundred, Dwelling w/Additions, $139,430 • Norman Shuey F. III, W/Rd. No. 562, Lot No. 5, Northwest Fork Hundred, Dwelling w/Additions, $80,852 • James W. and August L. Cave, SE/Rd. No. 80, Lot No. 3, Seaford Hundred, Dwelling w/Additions, $282,154 • Daniel J. Gordy, E/Rt. No. 479, 270', S/Rt. No. 479A, Broad Creek Hundred, Above Ground Pool/Shed/Deck, $19,800 • 07/10/07, Home Team Properties LLC, SE/Rt. No. 20, Seaford Hundred, Tenant Fit Out, $15,000 • Eleanor H. Bennett, NE/Corner of Cannon and Edgewood Streets, Northwest Fork Hundred, Carport, $18,000 • Juan A. and Marisela Serna, W/Rt. No. 13A, Broad Creek Hundred, Siding, $12,000

Marriage Licenses The Sussex County Clerk of the Peace George Parish joyfully announces the following couples have obtained marriage licenses: • Newton L. Cutshaw, Delmar to Geraldine Lee Ellis, Delmar

• Johnny Lamerique, Salisbury, Md. to Murielle Theodore, Laurel • David Ryan Phillips, Laurel to April Marie Mauser, Delmar • Edgar Bartolon Roblero, Seaford to Marcelina Saint-Dic, Seaford • Gene Clarence Ellis, Jr., Laurel to Kaye E. Whaley, Laurel • Matthew Gerald Sammons, Seaford to Heather Leigh Shores, Seaford • Kelvin Effrim Gambrell, Seaford to Veronica Lee Blake, Seaford • Natalio Eduardo Luna, J., Lincoln to Lizharely Castellanas, Lincoln • Nicholas W. Post, Harrington to Lana Deane Caseley, Harrington • Brandon L. Brian, Delmar to Faith Renee Tripp, Delmar • David Windsor Rushing, Laurel to Christine L. Reynolds, Laurel

Deeds • 01/16/07, Lisa F. Miltenberger to Z3, LLC, parcel, Town of Bridgeville, Northwest Fork Hundred, $119,000 • 01/18/07, JCBC LLC to Joseph J. Balsamo, Lot No. 1, Ross Industrial Park, subdivision, Seaford Hundred, $125,000 • 01/05/07, Melvin L. Arion, Jr., Trustee to Laurel Trace, LLC, parcel, Little Creek Hundred, $1,700,000 • 01/07/07, James Layton Willey, Jr. to Blair and Rachel Hall, parcel, Broad Creek Hundred, $170,000 • 01/16/07, HCH Enterprises, LLC to Arturo Santiago and Janet Rivera, Lot No. 9, Section G, Lakeshores, subdivision, Seaford Hundred, $201,000 • 01/19/07, Pamela N. Caruso to Reuell M. Fleming, Lot No. 37, South Towns End, subdivision, Little Creek Hundred, $135,000 • 12/28/06, Rodney J. Brittingham to Jere Lee Jr. and Kristin M. Marvel, parcel, Nanticoke Hundred, $164,900

• 01/19/07, O'Neal Brothers, Inc. to Viletta D. Newcomb, Lot No. R-11A, Lands of L.E. Parsons Re-subdivision of Laurel, Town of Laurel, subdivision, Little Creek Hundred, $112,000 • 01/19/07, Estelle M. Russell to Steven Reed and Michelle Thomas, parcel, Nanticoke Hundred, $135,200 • 11/02/06, Jae C. and Young A. Cha to Chong Y. and Kyung S. Lee, Tract Nos. I-II, Little Creek Hundred, $710,000 • 01/23/07, Lois Marie Cameron to William P. and Paula Lynn Smith, parcel, Northwest Fork Hundred, $167,500 • 01/23/07, Donald L. Crouch to Paul A. Jr. and Karen D. Voss, 50% interest, and Paul A. Voss, III, 50% interest, Parcel A, Lands of Donald L. Crouch, subdivision, Broad Creek Hundred, $65,000 • 01/23/07, Steven M. and Cynthia L. Yingling to SCVT, LLC, parcel, Seaford Hundred, $450,000 • 01/24/07, Robert S. Horsey, Trustee, undivided 50% interest and Donna M. Horsey, Trustee, undivided 50% interest to Gregory A. and Mia E. Cathell, parcel, Little Creek Hundred, $77,500 • 01/23/07, Accessible Home Builders, Inc. to Charles S. and Carla K. Linder, Lot No. 91, Section I, River's End, subdivision, Nanticoke Hundred, $502,450 • 01/22/07, George E. Gordy Family Education Trust Fund to R. Thomas Vincent, Sr., Clayton J. Vincent, and Raymond T. Vincent, Jr., Parcel A, Little Creek Hundred, $322,619.87 • 01/22/07, George E. Gordy Family Educational Trust Fund to Richard C. Carmine, Jr., Parcel B, Little Creek Hundred, $247,380.13 • 01/25/07, AAM, L.L.C. to B and B Realty, LLC, Section II, Lot Nos. 2-5, Parcel IA, Mullen Commercial Park, Town of Seaford, parcels, Seaford Hundred, $475,000

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Police Journal In the third week of a statewide enforcement and awareness initiative to “Stop Aggressive Driving,” Delaware law enforcement officers have issued 399 citations for aggressive driving behaviors and another 121 to unlicensed, unbelted, and uninsured motorists for a total of 520 citations. Office of Highway Safety officials launched phase two of the 2007 “Stop Aggressive Driving” campaign last week. Phase one was conducted in February and March, when officers issued more than 3,000 citations for aggressive driving behaviors. Acts of aggressive driving are listed as primary factors in 66% (38) of Delaware’s 58 fatal crashes. The following is a breakdown of the number of violations found during week three of aggressive driving enforcement: 14 Aggressive Driving, 263 speeding, 38 unsafe lane changes, 6 following too closely, 46 running stop signs and stop lights, 18 passing on the shoulder and 14 failure to yield the right-of-way. The “Stop Aggressive Driving” campaign will run from July through November. Anyone who sees an aggressive driver is encouraged to call 9 -1-1 as soon as it’s safe to do so, and provide the following information to dispatchers: make, model and color of the vehicle, direction of travel, and license plate information if possible. They should not continue to follow the aggressive driver, but let the police take it from there.

Seven injured in vehicle crash On Sunday, July 22, at 5:10 p.m., state troopers from Troop 4 responded to the intersection of Holts Landing Rd. (Sussex RD 346) and Irons Ln. (Sussex RD 348) west of Millville to investigate a personal injury motor vehicle crash that left several people injured. Upon arrival, investigators learned that a 1992 Ford Taurus station wagon operated by Marion Darmi, 29, of Seaford was traveling north on Irons Ln. The Ford failed to stop for a posted stop sign at the intersection and was struck by a 2001

Chevrolet Silverado truck traveling west on Holts Landing Rd. operated by Joseph Roman, 64, of Fleetwood, Pa. Joseph Roman was wearing a seatbelt and was transported to Beebe Medical Center where he was treated for contusions to his chest and released. Roman’s wife, Jean Roman (age unknown) was also wearing a seatbelt and was transported to Peninsula Regional Medical Center (PRMC) where she was treated and released for minor injuries. Two other passengers in Roman’s truck were also injured. Louis Devito, 67, of Rigley Park, Pa. was wearing a seatbelt and transported to Beebe Medical Center, and admitted for a right knee sprain. Constance Devito, 63, also of Rigley Park, Pa., was wearing a seatbelt and transported to Beebe Medical Center. She was treated and admitted for fractured left ribs. Marion Darmi was not wearing a seatbelt and was transported to PRMC and treated for a hip injury and released. Darmi was cited for failing to stop for a stop sign, driving while license suspended, no proof of insurance, and seatbelt violations. Also injured in Darmi’s car was her son Craig Miller, 10, of Seaford. Craig was flown to PRMC by Maryland State Police helicopter (Trooper 4) treated and admitted for a broken left femur. Marion Darmi’s eleven-year-old nephew Bradley Darmi, was flown to Christiana Hospital by Delaware State Police helicopter (Trooper 2), treated and admitted for numerous traumatic injuries. Bradley Darmi is listed in critical but stable condition. Both Bradley Darmi and Craig Miller were not wearing seatbelts. Alcohol was not a factor in the crash.

Offenders attempt to escape Two offenders working on a Delaware Department of Correction road crew attempted to escape custody on Wednesday, July 18 in Selbyville. The offenders, Christopher Womach and Dontay Johnson, were apprehended a few hours later. Womach, 27, and Johnson, 20, were

working as part of a road crew picking up trash along Polly Branch Rd. in Selbyville when they made a sudden break for some nearby woods around 11:40 a.m. Their attempted escape was witnessed by an onsite correctional officer. The offenders were apprehended by DOC staff and Delaware State Police near Showell Elementary School around 1:05 p.m.

Basic tips to prevent thefts Delaware State Police are currently investigating several thefts reported between Monday, July 16 and Wednesday, July 18, from unlocked vehicles at the Plantations East, Covey Creek, Arnell Creek, and Sandy Brae developments. According to victims, the thefts were committed during the evening hours. Since most criminals are opportunists, the public can deter a thief by taking these basic security measures • Never leave a car door unlocked, or window or sunroof open, even when just going into a shop for a moment or two; • Remove the ignition key and engage the steering lock, even when parking on your own property; • If you have an alarm, turn it on every time you park; • Security mark your stereo or satellite radio and, if it is removable, always take it with you; • Make a note of the serial numbers on radios, computers, etc.; • Do not leave purses, backpacks, or wallets in plain view; • Never leave credit cards or check books in plain view; and • Never leave money (cash or coins) or jewelry in plain view. State Police urge anyone with information about thefts from vehicles to call Troop 7 at 302-644-5020 or Crimestoppers at 800-TIP-3333.

26 arrested for DUI Delaware Law enforcement officers arrested 26 individuals for Driving Under the Influence (DUI) of alcohol during week 4 of the 2007 “Checkpoint Strikeforce” campaign. Two of the DUI arrests

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Drivers cited for aggressive driving

were made at DSP Troop 7’s checkpoint in Milford dedicated to the memory of DSP Cpl. Christopher Shea. The 26 arrests made this weekend brings the total number of people arrested in the first month of the 2007 Checkpoint Strikeforce campaign to 96. A total of six sobriety checkpoints were conducted last weekend. Participating agencies included Delaware State Police Troops 6 & 7, the Dover Police, the New Castle County DUI Task Force and the Kent/Sussex County DUI Task Force which conducted two checkpoints. In addition to the 26 DUI arrests, officers issued 2 citations for underage drinking violations, apprehended 9 wanted individuals, made 12 drug arrests, 7 felony arrests, and issued 28 seat belt and 5 child restraint citations as well as 125 citations for various other traffic violations. The following four checkpoints are scheduled to take place during the weekend of July 27 Friday, July 27 - Wilmington (New Castle County DUI Task Force) and Selbyville (Kent/Sussex DUI Task Force) Saturday, July - Clayton (Kent/Sussex DUI Task Force) and Newark area (DSP Troop 9) Now in its sixth year, “Checkpoint Strikeforce” is a multi-state crackdown on impaired drivers coordinated locally by the Delaware Office of Highway Safety.

Laurel drug arrest On July 23 at approx. 8:55 p.m. members of the Laurel Police Department responded to Food Lion for a shoplifter. While responding the police were advised that the suspect had left the store. Police were given a description of the suspect. A short time later a person matching the description was stopped in the shopping center. Further investigation by officers revealed that the suspect allegedly had powder cocaine and marijuana on him. Dartan Smith, 29 of Dagsboro, was arrested without incident and charged with various drug related charges. The suspect was committed to SCI on $12,500 secured bond.

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It was a lot like nothing, except a bit more boring This weekend I visited my mother in Marion Station. We were ONY INDSOR having one of our customary summer cookouts. I moved to Marion Crisfield was a small Station from Crisfield, which is about seven miles away, when I was about 13 years old. So, like town, but Marion Station Crisfield, Marion Station is also hometown to me. made it look like New As I sat in the backyard talking to one of my brothers and enjoying York City. some absolutely beautiful weather, I realized how many times as a teenager I most likely stood somewere put together and ready for use, were where in the same vicinity wishing I was all our beds. anywhere else in the world. I vividly remember the first day at our I remember sitting in the yard outside new home. I sat on the front porch and the house thinking about how much was happening elsewhere and how much I was looked out over as much nothing as I had ever seen in my life. Don’t get me wrong, missing. Now, over 35 years later, I am sitting in there was a big, beautiful front yard; green and perfectly kept. Big, heavy-leaved trees the same place not caring what else was blew in the wind. It was a gorgeous coungoing on outside of this little piece of try setting, but loaded down with absolutepleasure that before I was so aggressively ly nothing to do. trying to escape from. Crisfield was a small town, but Marion It is amazing what life’s “School of Station made it look like New York City. Hard Knocks” can do to teach you about As I sat on the porch and looked out to the appreciating the little things in life. road that ran past our front yard I counted I remember so well when we moved to Marion Station. My father and a couple of three cars every 10 minutes. Do the math, that is about one car his brothers helped pack us up. We used a couple of pickup trucks. Dad every three minutes or so. The road was as desolate as the surface of the moon. had his own process for moving. He did I would possibly have investigated not suggest Mom pack things in boxes. He simply came into the house with his broth- some of our neighbors, if we had any ers and went through the rooms like Grant within two or three miles. I left the porch and went out on the taking Richmond. front steps hoping that I would find that I Dad grabbed Mom’s dish drainer had missed something. I was right, I had stacked with the breakfast dishes she had just washed and out the door he went with missed something! There was apparently even more nothingness than I had thought it. He came back and Dad and my uncles grabbed cupboards still loaded with dishes earlier. I walked around that beautiful yard and and pots and pans and threw them in the I felt boredom literally dripping over my back of the truck. shoulders. I missed Crisfield and just I think I recall heading down the highway with the stove in the back of the truck knew all my friends were up to their earwith biscuits still baking in the oven and a lobes in fun and adventure somewhere on Somerset Avenue. bed with my brother still sleeping in it. Yet, here I was walking along a country Arriving at the new home in Marion road that seemed connected to nowhere, Station Dad and his brothers simply put next to a creek so far from civilization that things in place and all the dishes were in at any moment I expected to see Jimmy place and ready to use. It was amazing Hoffa’s body float by. that in the process of moving only one It was clear to me that if I was expectdish was broken. ed to live in this scene from the outskirts We moved on a Saturday and it was of Hootersville, I would have to find evening before we were finished. Dad something to do. I will share some of knew this would be the case, so the first those “things” in future columns! things that he and the brothers made sure

University programs receive grants U.S. Senator Joe Biden (D-DE) announced two grants totaling $485,000 for the University of Delaware. In one, the U.S. State Department has funded the University of Delaware’s 4-H Youth Leadership Program for another year. The other is a grant from the National Science Foundation for software research and evolution intended to dramatically increase the quality of software processing. The $85,000 Youth Leadership grant allows 15 secondary school students and three educators from Bosnia and Herzegovina to come to the U.S. for a fourweek program on leadership and action. The program prepares the students and educators to return to Bosnia and Herzegov-

ina and develop projects that will benefit their communities. In September, for the first time, the program will take a delegation of four Delaware teens, one teacher, and two 4-H staff to Bosnia. The University first hosted Bosnians in 2006, and will continue the program through 2008. The software research program, funded by the National Science Foundation, was designed because recent studies have shown software engineers spend more time reading and deciphering code than actually writing it. This program is predicted to substantially advance the tools available to engineers and significantly increase the quality of software.

Looking Back

From the Archives of the Seaford and Laurel Star newspapers

Seaford 10 years ago Park becomes property of Blades The deed to triangle park is handed over to Mayor of Blades, B.J. Hardin. The “pocket park” includes two covered picnic benches, water, a grill and an underground irrigation systrem for the garden at River Road and the Conrail tracks. Mini antique roadshow comes to town As part of its Summer Fun bazaar and flea market, Bridgeville Historical Society sponsored a mini version of National public Television’s “Anitique Road Show” where people offer antiques to experts for appraisals. Martin Thomas, an auctioneer and appraiser, was on hand to offer appraisals. Woolworth closing Thursday July 17, 1997 marks the end of an era. Woolworth Corporation announces the closure of its 400 F. W. Woolworth general merchandise stores. Frank Winfield Woolworth opened his first fiveand-dime store in 1879 and was the first retailer to sell goods manufactured exclusively for his stores. Woolworth was an anchor at the Nylon Capital Shopping Center for 41 years.

Seaford 5 years ago Nylon Plant marks 200th birthday Members of the Seaford community celebrate Dupont’s 200th birthday with a party of about 40 guests and employees. State Representative Tina Fallon and plant manager Bland Dickey led the party in a chorus of Happy Birthday and reflected on the impact the nylon plant has had on the country and the world. Senior girls win District III title The Nanticoke Senior League All-Stars scored an amazing 16 runs at the top of the fifth inning to win over Woodbridge

16-5. Tamika Ross contributed a total of five runs in the fifth inning including a three run homer over the left field fence.

Laurel 10 years ago Epworth Celebrates 25 Years In April 1971, 40 members of Epworth Methodist Church broke away from their denomination and started Epworth Fellowship Church, an interdenominational independent church. It includes a school with enrollment of 325 students, a preschool and a day-care. At the 25th anniversary, the Dixie Melody Boys performed. Team claims Championship The Laurel Senior League Boys AllStar team claim the District III Championship. The team takes the title with an 87 win against Millsboro. Team wins District title The Laurel girls Pat Knight team defeats Seaford 6-4 in the first round and battlles Rehoboth to win the District title.

Laurel 5 years ago Drought conditions Governor Ruth Ann Minner strongly advises Delaware residents and businesses to continue conserving water and a burniing ban is put into effect. WC Littleton still going strong WC Littleton is recognized for being one of the longest running businesses in Laurel. Owned by WC’s grandson, Craig Littleton and wife Juanita, the store is managed by Craig’s daughter Debbie Harrington and employees 15 people. While their focus is their line of John Deere consumer and commercial equipment, they also sell go-carts, four wheel recreational equipment by Leinbach, Bushhog and DR power.

Blades announces plans for annual National Night Out The Blades Police Department is hosting its annual National Night Out on August 7 from 6 to 9 p.m. in the Blades Public Park. This year’s event coincides with the national event which began 24 years ago to “heighten crime and drug prevention awareness, generate support for anticrime programs, and strengthen neighborhood spirit and police-community partnerships.” Communities and police departments across the United States participate in the yearly event. Blades Police Chief Cooke and the Blades Police Department have arranged music, food, games, and give aways. They are hosting the Delaware

State Police helicopter, Blades Fire Department, “Sergeant Dan” (formerly known by many as “Trooper Dan”) of the Delaware State Police, McGruff the Crime Dog and the Sussex County Sheriff’s Department. Also present at this year’s event will be community members working on behalf of Blades residents to form a community crime watch group. Members of this group meet every third Thursday of the month at 7 p.m. in Hardin Hall in Blades. Anyone seeking more information about this group or National Night Out can contact Chief Cooke at 629-7329 or visit the National Night Out website at www.nationalnightout.org/nno/

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People Dunk, Barb announce engagement Mark and Irene Dunk of Seaford announce the engagement of their daughter, Lindsey Marie Dunk, to Eric Robert Barb, son of Barbara and Kyle Ewing of Haines City, Fla., and Steven Barb of Seaford. The bride-to-be graduated from Seaford Senior High School in 2000 and York College of Pennsylvania in 2004 with a bachelor’s degree in marketing. She is employed by Foxfire Printing, in Newark, where she works as a marketing/administration assistant. Her fiancé graduated from Seaford Senior High School in 1998 and Wilmington College in 2005 with a bachelor’s degree in computer science. He is an information technology administrator at Vitalize Consulting Solutions in Kennett Square, Pa. They became engaged on Aug. 24, 2006. The couple will be married on Oct. 5, 2007 at Deerfield Golf and Tennis Club.

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Silvia Pineda and Wilson Fisher Steele

Pineda, Steele are married Silvia Pineda and Wilson Fisher Steele were married Sept. 1, 2006, at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church in Wilmington. Msgr. Clement P. Lemon officiated at the ceremony. A dinner reception followed at the DuPont Country Club. The bride is the daughter of Cesar A. Pineda and Simonetta Sappia of Sao Paulo, Brazil. The groom is the son of Lawrence B. Steele III and Nancy Lynch Steele of Bethel. Silvana Pineda of Hockessin was maid of honor for her sister, while John Cleary of Salisbury, Md., was best man for the groom. Katerina Jaramillo, cousin of the bride, of Miami, Fla., and Kirstin Huesmann of Newark were bridesmaids. Lawrence B. Steele IV, Fort Lauderdale, Fla., brother of the groom, and Daniel Shilkitus, Elkton, Md., were groomsmen. The bride’s goddaughter, Samantha Vierra, Hockessin, was flower girl, and the bride’s godson, German Jaramillo Jr., Mia-

mi, was ring bearer. A Padua High School graduate, the bride earned a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering from the University of Delaware. She met her future husband there while building a race car for international competition for the university’s Formula SAE Team. The groom, an alumnus of Episcopal High School, Alexandria, Va., also received his undergraduate degree in mechanical engineering from the University of Delaware. In June 2006, he graduated from Drexel University’s College of Engineering, Philadelphia, Pa., with a master of science degree in biomedical engineering. The couple resides near San Francisco, Calif. Silvia works as a production superintendent for Praxair Inc. in Pittsburg, Calif. Wilson is employed by Modified Polymer Components as a design and manufacturing engineer in Sunnyvale, Calif.

Riggleman welcomes baby daughter Samantha Jo Brittingham, employed by the Seaford Police Department, and Leslie S. Riggleman Jr., employed by Invista, announce the birth of their daughter, Laney Ann Riggleman. Laney was born on July 19, 2007, at 3:23 a.m., weighing in at only 4 pounds, 7 ounces and measuring 18 inches long. Also welcoming Laney to their family are her two brothers, Leslie S. Riggleman III and Logan H. Riggleman, and her sister, Lea M. Riggleman. Her grandparents are Trudy and Reese Pusey of Laurel, Sam and Jeanette Brittingham of Georgetown, Leslie and Denise Riggleman of Seaford and Debbie and Lee Waldridge, also of Seaford. Her great grandparents are Betty L.

Laney Ann Riggleman

Fitzgerald of Seaford, Janie and Ralph Riggleman of Laurel, Fred Smith, and Elwood and Bonnie Waldridge.

Lindsey Marie Dunk and Eric Robert Barb

Pvt. Derek Meddings

Pvt. Derek Meddings recently graduated from basic training and AIT at Fort Leonard Wood, Md. After five months of total training, he has become a military policeman. Currently, he is a member of the 115th Maryland Army National Guard in Salisbury, Md. Meddings is a 2006 graduate of Seaford High School. He is the son of Fred and Thelma Meddings of Laurel.

Minner names Seaford man to the state board of education Gov. Ruth Ann Minner has appointed Jorge L. Melendez and Dr. Terry M. Whittaker to the Delaware State Board of Education. Both men began their terms at the state board meeting on July 19. “We are proud of our commitment to excellence in education in Delaware and are pleased to add members of such outstanding quality to our State Board of Education,” Minner said. “Mr. Melendez and Dr. Whittaker bring many skills and talents to the board, and we appreciate their time and effort on the behalf of the children of our state.” Melendez, of Seaford, is an assistant vice president and branch manager for Mercantile Peninsula Bank in Selbyville. He attended Fordham University and Delaware Technical and Community College. He also acts as a banking community liaison to the Hispanic community. Melendez replaced Greg Hastings, who recently became a member of the General

Assembly. Melendez’s term will expire in 2010. Whittaker, of Middletown, is the assistant provost for student diversity and success at the University of Delaware in Newark and previously served as the assistant dean for undergraduate academic affairs. He also developed and managed programs to enhance student diversity, such as the Fortune Program for Minority Students in Business and Economics. Whittaker, a founding board member of the Metropolitan Wilmington Urban League, received his doctorate from the University of Delaware, his master of arts degree from the University of Minnesota and his bachelor’s degree from the University of Wisconsin. Whittaker has replaced Dr. Claibourne Smith, whose term expired in 2005. He will serve a term that expires in 2013.

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God’s Way to Recovery is moving into a new era By Robert Marx How can one man's near death and re-birth become deliverance for many others? Roger Wood had reached the point where his substance abuse was out of control. He nearly overdosed and finally reached out to God to take away his addiction. A deal was struck and Roger gave his life to God. The darkness, anger and hatred that had previously driven his life completely left him. Instead a heart for compassion came to him. It is still there 14 years later. Since that fateful day in 1993, Roger has traveled a path that has led him to help many others that walk in the same shoes he used to wear. He thought he would return to a successful career now that he would not be wasting his money on substance abuse, but God had different plans. After several moves Roger returned to Milford to open God's Way. It started as a church meeting. In the first two weeks

no one attended. The third week as Roger was locking the door for perhaps the last time; a man rode up on a bicycle. He asked if this is where the meeting was supposed to be. He said he "just needed someone to talk to." Roger said, "Come on in." A month later there were 20 people attending the God's Way meetings. Roger can see in retrospect that God was probably testing his persistence. From that beginning and several real estate miracles later, God's Way has become a transitional house for men who have been through detoxification, and rehabilitation. God's Way provides the vital link between treatment and a return to productive life in the community. The heart of the operation and the major funding source is the God's Way Thrift Store. Other God's Way operations include a Budget Truck Rental, a used car lot, and a moving company, that also contribute by providing employment and money for the God's Way residents. By July

the Thrift Store and other operations will share a larger space at 1 Maple Ave. in Milford. Roger and his wife plan to increase their knowledge at a min-

istry school in Florida. They will temporarily leave God's Way in the capable hands of Richard Huston. Richard is a board member and a pillar of the Mis-

sion of Hope in Seaford. Many Mission of Hope graduates have continued their rehabilitation through God's Way to Recovery.

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Laurel Star Sports Laurel teams advance to Regionals, World Series Laurel Major League softball team wins state title, moves on to Eastern Regionals

Shown (l to r) is the Laurel Senior League all-star softball team, which won the District III title last week and will play in the Senior League World Series: front- Jenna Cahall, Megan Colsten, Ashley Brittingham, Yasmin Davis; second row- Brittney Brittingham, Jenna Allen, Stephanie Wheatley, Melissa Trout, Brooke Evans; back- Courtney Evans, Alyssa Martin, Alexis Oliphant, Kelsey Oliphant, Taylor Oliphant; coaches- Rodney Hearne, Robert Trout, and manager Jeff Evans. Photo by Mike McClure

Laurel tops Cape to advance to ‘07 Senior League World Series By Mike McClure For the third time in four years, the Laurel Little League is sending a Senior League all-star softball team to the World Series at the Lower Sussex Little League complex in Roxana. Laurel topped Cape, 6-1, last Friday in Roxana to advance to the Senior League World Series as the District III representatives. Unlike some of the other teams that have represented the District in the four years it has hosted the World Series, Laurel has a unique combination of youth and experience. All of the team’s players are under 16 with seven players moving up from the Junior League to play on the team. Last year’s Junior League team won the District III and state championships before going 3-2 in Eastern Regional play. Eleven players on this year’s Senior League team played on that team. “They’ve worked hard. They’re 24-7 softball players, they’re dedication shows,” said Laurel manager Jeff Evans. “They got they’re seasoning last year in Syracuse (at the Eastern Regionals), so they don’t play young.”

“We played as a team for a number of years and we finally made it. We hope to make it again next year,” Laurel pitcher/third baseman Jenna Allen added. “We’re really young, most of us are supposed to be in Junior League. We have a lot of talent.” On Friday, Laurel starter Stephanie Wheatley sent Cape down in order in the top of the first with Allen making a nice play down the third baseline before throwing the runner out at first for the second out of the inning. Laurel put three runs on the board in the bottom of the inning when Brooke Evans walked and Yasmin Davis slapped a single to right and went to second on the throw to third base. Wheatley put down a sac bunt to score Evans and Allen delivered an RBI single to plate Davis. Allen went to second on the throw home with pinch runner Megan Colston stealing third before scoring on a double by Brittney Brittingham (3-0). Wheatley struck out a pair and sent Cape down in order again in the second inning. In the bottom of the second,

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Laurel’s Brittney Brittingham rounds second after hitting a double during her team’s 6-1 win over Cape in the District III Senior League softball championship last Friday. Photo by Mike McClure

The Laurel Major League softball team took the state title and advance to Eastern Regional play with three wins in the state tournament last week. The District III champions defeated Camden-Wyoming, 7-2, in the state championship last Friday. Bree Venables picked up the win on the mound allowing two hits while walking one and striking out three. Laurel’s offense put runners in scoring position every inning, collecting nine hits. In the first Laurel put two runners on when Alexis Hudson led off with a walk and reached second on a delayed steal. Erin Johnson moved Hudson to third with an infield single, but both were stranded when Logan Green hit a line drive to center field that was caught. Camden-Wyoming tried to come back in the second with aggressive base running when Karly Jones reached first on an error then tried to steal second. Catcher Erin Johnson fired to shortstop Kristen Collins who applied the tag to record the first out. The side was retired as the next two batters flew out to Hudson in center field. Laurel’s first run came in the bottom of the second when Collins reached on an error, moved to second on a single by Sara Ellis, and scored on a double hit by Hudson. Camden-Wyoming scored its first run in the top of the third inning and held Laurel scoreless in the bottom of the third. Laurel’s offense came alive in the bottom of the fourth. Tia Hunt led off with a single and Hudson and Nicole Ullman reached base on errors to load the bases with one out. Venables answered with a double to score Hunt and Hudson. Johnson walked to load the bases for Collins who hit an RBI single for her second hit of the night. Laurel started the fifth inning ahead, 41, and their defense held strong again, recording three straight outs. In the bottom of the fifth, Laurel put three more insurance runs on the board. Whitney Toadvine led off with a single, reached second on a passed ball, and moved to third on a fielder’s choice on a ball hit by Hunt. Ellis followed with an infield single to score Toadvine. Hudson reached on an error and Ellis moved to third. Aggressive base running by Ellis and Hudson forced a throwing error and allowed both runners to score. Laurel entered the top of the sixth with a comfortable lead of 7-1. The first batter was retired with a ground out to Ellis. Katie Ritter then hit a single, but ended up scoring on a throwing error making the score 7-2. The next batter grounded out to shortstop Kristen Collins and Venables struck out the final batter to seal

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James Hill of Laurel won first place on in the Delaware State Dirt Divisional Series (WKA) Jr II Heavy division on Saturday, July 7. The race was held at the Delmarva Motorsports Park in Seaford. See www.delmarvamotorsportspark.com for more info.

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Phillips falls to 4-2, allows three earned runs in eight innings

Laurel’s Chris Cutsail takes a lead off first base as Seaford’s Phillip Wands covers first during last Friday’s District III Senior League baseball championship game.

Laurel grad Shawn Phillips allowed four runs (three earned) and eight hits in eight innings while striking out a pair in Frontier League play last Thursday. Phillips and the Windy City ThunderBolts fell to the Kalamazoo Kings in the contest. Phillips is now 42 with a 2.74 ERA in 11 games started. He has 55 strikeouts and seven walks in 69 innings. Following last Thursday’s game Shawn was tied for second in the league in strikeouts and was fourth in ERA.

Photo by Mike McClure

Laurel’s Brooke Evans stands at the plate during her team’s 6-1 win over Cape last Tuesday. Laurel also earned a 6-1 win over Cape in the championship game last Friday. Photo by Mike McClure

PAT KNIGHT- Laurel pitcher Josh Wilkins looks in for the sign during a Pat Knight Major League baseball game. Laurel placed second in the tournament, falling to Georgetown in extra innings.

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JUNIOR LEAGUE- Shown (l to r) is the Laurel Junior League all-star baseball team: front- Jordan Bailey, Alex Ellis, Lucas Acosta, Zach Toadvine, Tyler Givens; back- manager Steve Gordy, Chase Gordy, Trey Tyndall, Dylan Shockley, Daniel Rubino, Drew Pianka, and Tre’ Elliott. Photo by David Elliott

Laurel’s Jamie Ruhl comes home with a pitch during last Wednesday’s District III Senior League baseball game. Photo by Mike McClure

Laurel falls to Seaford in Senior League baseball championship By Mike McClure The Nanticoke Senior League all-star baseball came out of the loser’s bracket and defeated Laurel twice to win the District III championship last week in Roxana after falling to Laurel, 3-2, in winner’s bracket play earlier in the tournament. “You couldn’t have scripted it any better, Seaford vs. Laurel, and to come back and win two games,” said Nanticoke manager Brian Reynolds. “With the towns so close, all the kids know each other.” Last Wednesday, Nanticoke’s Tyler Ruark walked and Zack Reynolds reached on a bunt single before Laurel pitcher Jamie Ruhl notched a pair of strikeouts to end the top of the first. Laurel put a run on the board in the bottom of the inning when Chris Cutsail drew a leadoff walk and scored on a single by Joe Mitchell. Reynolds made a pair of nice plays at shortstop for Seaford. Laurel added to its lead in the bottom of the third as Ike Lewis hit a leadoff single, Jake Dubinski walked, Cody Bristow hit a sac fly to plate pinch runner Billy Yossick, Cutsail added an RBI ground out to score Dubinski for a 3-0 Laurel lead. Nanticoke scored a run in the top of the fourth when Ross Miller hit a leadoff single and Jarred Banning singled to score pinch runner Spencer Coulbourn (31). Seaford starter Chad Sturgeon sent Laurel down in order, striking out a pair in the bottom of the fourth. Seaford took the lead in the fifth with Kirk Neal drawing a leadoff walk followed by a walk to Ruark walked, and a sac bunt by Reynolds to move the runners up. Sturgeon hit a two-run double and scored on a

Laurel’s Jake Dubinski takes a lead off third base as his father and third base coach Don Dubinski looks on during a District III Senior League baseball game last Wednesday in Roxana. Photo by Mike McClure

Laurel’s Chris Kelley stands at the plate during his team’s loss to Seaford in the first of two District III championship games last week. Photo by Mike McClure

wild pitch for the 4-3 Nanticoke lead. Nanticoke made it 6-3 in the top of the sixth inning. Reynolds drew a two-out walk, Sturgeon singled, Miller walked, and Garrett Eskridge and Coulbourn each walked to force in a run (6-3). Laurel threatened in the bottom of the sixth when Yossick hit an infield single and Tyler Webb walked. Seaford reliever Ross Miller (pitch count) induced a dou-

ble play before getting a strikeout to end the inning. Seaford added some insurance runs in the top of the seventh as Neal walked, Ruark singled, and Reynolds reached first on an error. Neal scored on a ground out and Ruark came home on an error on the same play to make the score 8-4. Miller walked one and struck out two in the bottom of the inning to seal the Seaford win and force a final game for all the marbles. On Friday, Seaford starter Tyler Ruark and Laurel hurler Joe Mitchell engaged in a pitcher’s duel. Seaford scored two runs

in the first inning as Ruark singled and scored a run and Reynolds walked and came home for his team’s second run. Laurel put a run on the board in the fifth to cut the Seaford advantage to 2-1. Nanticoke made it 3-1 when Ruark came home on a wild pitch in the bottom of the sixth. Laurel’s Brandon Hearne and Billy Yossick had their team’s only hits against Ruark (6 1/3 innings) and reliever Kory Hearn. The District III champs have a bye in the first round of the state tournament before playing their opening round game this Thursday at 7 p.m. at Lower Sussex.

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Laurel’s Alexis Oliphant stands on second base as Cape pitcher Sadie Jones winds and delivers during Senior League softball action last week. Photo by Mike McClure

Senior softball continued inning. In the bottom of the second, Laurel made it 4-0 as Kelsey Oliphant walked, stole second, went to third on a ground out by Brooke Evans, and scored on an RBI single by Davis. Wheatley struck out a pair and sent Cape down in order in the third and had a strikeout and two walks (including an intentional walk) while allowing no hits in the top of the fourth. Allen came on in the fifth and struck out the side. Cape rallied in the top of the sixth inning when Chelsea Reed was hit by a pitch and Jakia Daniels delivered an RBI single for her team’s first and only hit of the game. Allen recorded three strikeouts in the inning and eluded further damage. Laurel added two more runs in the bottom of the inning. Allen and Cahall each singled and Brittingham singled and went to second on the throw to third. Allen came home on the errant throw to second. Kelsey Oliphant added a bunt single and

Cahall scored on a Cape error to make it 6-1. Allen struck out a pair in the final inning to seal the Laurel win. Wheatley and Allen combined to pitch a one-hitter with 13 strikeouts (Wheatley five, Allen eight). “I’m just excited about meeting people from other countries,” said Allen. “I’m excited to show them our talents.” Two years ago the Laurel team representing District III placed fourth in the world after the inaugural team, also from Laurel, finished fifth. Last year Seaford won the District title and placed second in the World Series. “All four teams that have been over here I think measure up, they’re all good teams,” Evans said of the four District III teams. The World Series begins Sunday, August 5 with the opening ceremonies followed by the first night of games. Laurel faces USA East at 8 p.m. at the Lower Sussex Little League complex in Roxana (Ebbets field).

Laurel’s Kelsey Oliphant makes contact with the ball during last week’s Senior League softball game in Roxana. Photo by Mike McClure

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Shown (l to r) is the Laurel Major League softball team which has won the District III and state championships: front- Nicole Ullman, Alexis Hudson, Bree Venables, Sara Ellis; second row- Shamya Sturgis, Kristen Collins, Erin Johnson, Whitney Toadvine, Logan Green, Katie Henry; back- coach Kathy Johnson, Briaunna Taylor, Tia Hunt, manager Dave Venables, and coach Jodi Green.

Major softball continued Laurel’s second straight Delaware State Championship. Hudson went 2-for-3 and played a great defensive game; Venables was 1for-4 with two RBI’s; Johnson was 1-for2; and Collins batted 2-for-3 and did an excellent job at shortstop. Toadvine was 1-for-1; Hunt went 1-for-2; and Ellis was 2-for-3 and played a great defensive game at third base. On Tuesday, Laurel topped Canal, 111, in five innings. Bree Venables picked up the win on the mound allowing two hits and striking out six while walking none. Laurel collected 12 hits as Alexis Hudson went 3-for-4 with a steal and two runs; Nicole Ullman batted 1-for-3; Venables doubled, tripled, and scored a run; Erin Johnson drove in a run; and Logan Green added two hits and scored Laurel’s final run on a a grounder by Tia Hunt. Whitney Toadvine, Briaunna Taylor, and Sara Ellis also had hits for the District III champs. On Wednesday, Laurel edged District I (Camden-Wyoming), 4-3. Green earned the win on the mound for Laurel striking out six, walking one while allowing six hits.

The game was scoreless until the bottom of the third inning when District 1 had back to back doubles to score the first run of the game. Laurel answered in the top of the 4th with three runs. Kristen Collins led off with a double followed by back to back walks to Hunt and Ellis to load the bases. Hudson hit a two-run single, Ullman had an infield single, Ellis came home on a passed ball to make the score 3-1. Camden-Wyoming scored on a throwing error in the bottom of the fifth. Laurel scored again in the sixth with an insurance run. With bases loaded Johnson hit a hard shot that the second baseman was unable to field cleanly to score Hunt. That proved to be the winning run as District 1 threatened again in the bottom of the sixth. Taylor Prillaman led off with a single and reached second on a fielder’s choice. With one out, Ullman made a beautiful catch at second to record the second out. The throw back to the pitcher ended up rolling out of play and the umpire awarded Prillaman two bases for District I’s third run. Green recorded a strikeout to end the game. Laurel will now advance to the Eastern Regionals in Albany, N.Y. where they will face teams from Pennsylvania, Maryland, New Jersey, and New York.

LAUREL PAT KNIGHT- The Laurel Major League Pat Knight team took second place in the tournament losing to Georgetown, 8-7 in extra innings. Shown (l to r) is the Laurel team: Colby Cambron, Jacob Adkins, Devon Burke, Josh Wilkins, Kodi Brown, Chris Short, Shawn Webb, Adam White, Devin Collins, and Shai Mears. Not pictured is Jacob Carney.

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The 2007 SSA swim team finished the regular season with a 6-1 record. The SSA team members that qualified for Delmarva Swim Championships will compete at the Dover YMCA this coming Saturday. Photo by Gene Bleile

SSA swim results for meet vs. Central Delaware YMCA The following are some of the Seaford Swim Association’s (SSA) results against Central Delaware YMCA: Girls 8U 100 Free1. SSA ‘A’ (Hannah Venables, Samantha Cotten, Amy Venables, Kierra Horne), 1:28.53. Girls 11-12 200 Free- 1. SSA ‘A’ (Corrine Stewart, Tori Hearn, Julia Tobin, Maria DeMott), 2:14.62 Girls 13-14 200 Free- 1. SSA ‘A’ (Rachel Haas, Haley Clayton-Moyer, Ania Sypek, Paige Venables), 1:59.23. Boys 13-14 200 Free- 1. SSA ‘A’ (Alex Welding, Dustin Venables, Ryan Stewart, Cory Darden), 1:49.66 Boys 15-18 200 Free- 1. SSA ‘A’ (Drew Venables, Zach Hearn, Tim Halter, Andy Halter), 1:36.11. Boys 7-8 25 Fly- 1. David Simpler, SSA, 27.67, 3. Mitchell Moyer, SSA, 28.34 Girls 11-12 50 Fly- 1. Maria DeMott, SSA, 37.33, 3. Corrine Stewart, SSA, 39.88, 4. Taylor Daudt, SSA, 41.97 Boys 11-12 50 Fly- 1. Michael Dopler, SSA, 32.67, 2. Gray Venables, SSA, 35.35 Girls 13-14 50 Fly- 1. Paige Venables, SSA, 30.21, 3. Haley Clayton-Moyer, SSA, 34.18, 4. Ali Schwartz, SSA, 34.97 Boys 13-14 50 Fly- 1. Cory Darden, SSA, 27.17, 2. Alex Welding, SSA, 31.31, 4. Danny Seeley, SSA, 33.33 Girls 15-18 50 Fly- 1. Jamie Swain, SSA, 30.16, 3. Courtney Swain, SSA, 33.72 Boys 15-18 50 Fly- 1. Andy Halter, SSA, 25.61, 2. Drew Venables, SSA, 26.67, 3. Jeremy Halter, SSA, 26.98 Girls 6U 25 Back- 1. Amy Venables, SSA, 25.50 Boys 6U 25 Back- 1. Shane Stark, SSA, 42.19, 3. Cameron Kvilhaug, SSA, 1:01.68 Boys 7-8 25 Back- 1. Mitchell Moyer, SSA, 21.92 Girls 13-14 50 Back- 1. Paige Venables, SSA, 32.48, 3. Rachel Haas, SSA, 34.07, 4. Ali Schwartz, SSA, 36.83 Girls 15-18 50 Back- 1. Jamie Swain,

SSA, 31.70, 3. Courtney Swain, SSA, 36.06, 4. Alison Schwinn, SSA, 40.31 Boys 15-18 50 Back- 1. Andy Halter, SSA, 25.74, 3. Tim Halter, SSA, 28.75, 4. Jeremy Halter, SSA, 30.35 Girls 6U 25 Breast- 1. Amy Venables, SSA, 33.87 Boys 6U 25 Breast- 1. Shane Stark, SSA, 42.72, 3. Cameron Kvilhaug, SSA, 52.38, 4. Nathan Venables, SSA, 1:02.84Y Boys 13-14 50 Breast- 1. Dustin Venables, SSA, 34.74, 3. Danny Seeley,SSA, 39.94, 4. Jonathan Schwinn, SSA, 40.93 Girls 6U 25 Free- 1. Amy Venables, SSA, 22.37 Boys 6U 25 Free- 1. Shane Stark, SSA, 35.47, 3. Cameron Kvilhaug, SSA, 40.81, 4. Nathan Venables, SSA, 48.59 Girls 7-8 25 Free- 1. Hannah Venables, SSA, 17.49, 3. Samantha Cotten, SSA, 19.75, 5. Kierra Horne, SSA, 29.62 Boys 7-8 25 Free- 1. Mitchell Moyer, SSA, 18.16, 4. David Simpler, SSA, 22.56 Girls 11-12 50 Free- 1. Maria DeMott,SSA, 29.97, 4. Corrine Stewart, SSA, 34.93, 5. Taylor Daudt, SSA, 36.46 Boys 13-14 50 Free- 1. Alex Welding, SSA, 26.82, 2. Dustin Venables, SSA, 26.90, 3. Ryan Stewart, SSA, 29.16 Girls 15-18 50 Free- 1. Jamie Swain, SSA, 27.88, 4. Alison Schwinn, SSA, 34.18, 5. Jenna Wills, SSA, 35.93 Boys 15-18 50 Free- 1. Andy Halter, SSA, 23.62, 5. Drew Venables, SSA, 24.39 Boys 15-18 100 IM- 1. Drew Venables, SSA, 1:01.59, 2. Tim Halter, SSA, 1:04.06, 5. Philip DeMott, SSA, 1:12.01 Girls 11-12 200 Medley- 1. SSA ‘A’ (Tori Hearn, Maria DeMott, Taylor Daudt, Julia Tobin), 2:36.27 Girls 13-14 200 Medley- 1. SSA ‘A’ (Rachel Haas, Ania Sypek, Haley ClaytonMoyer, Ali Schwartz), 2:19.72 Boys 13-14 200 Medley- 1. SSA ‘A’ (Danny Seeley, Dustin Venables, Cory Darden, Alex Welding), 2:10.92. Boys 15-18 200 Medley- 1. SSA ‘A’ (Andy Halter, Philip DeMott, Drew Venables, Jeremy Halter), 1:50.47

Tech grads Brittany Joseph, Hope Cornell selected to Louisville Slugger/NFCA High School All-Region team Sussex Tech grads Brittany Joseph (second base) and Hope Cornell (outfielder) were selected to the Louisville Slugger/NFCA High School All-Region team for 2007. Joseph was also selected to the Louisville Slugger/NFCA High School All-American first team at second base.

American Legion Post 6 pitcher Kory Hearn comes home with a pitch during the Patriots’ game last week. Photo by David Elliott

Post 6 Sussex West Patriots fall in a pair of Saturday games The American Legion Post 6 Sussex West Patriots dropped both ends of a doubleheader in Seaford last Saturday. In the first game, the Pats scored seven runs in the first inning and eventually held a 10-4 lead before Post 1 came back, tieing the game in the sixth, plating four more in the top of the eight to win, 14-11. Jordan Johnson, Steve Sharff and Korey Hearn all doubled for the Pats. Garrett Eskridge went 3-for-6 with a run and an RBI and Matt Dodson batted 2-for-5 with two runs and an RBI.

Shown (l to r) are members of the Delaware Stingers: front row- Lindsay Danz, Jill Guerrazzi, Ellen Rowe, Joanna Chelariu, Jara Pugh, and Chelsea Collison; back rowMegan West, Cassandra Short, Sara Adams, and Heather Solomon; third row- Taylor Hatfield, Kayla Krause, Caitlin Stone, Caroline Thompson, and Lauren Joseph.

Delaware Stingers place second in Kent County Clash Members of the Delaware Stingers field hockey club recently traveled to the Kent County Clash held in Harrington. The Stingers finished in second place with a record of 3-0-2. The Stingers have had a busy season this summer, and with three games remaining, the Stingers have a 5-0 record in the Dover Parks Summer League. The Stingers have one more summer tournament coming up at Virginia Beach. Then, their fall season will begin at the National Field Hockey Festival held in Palm Springs, Cal. Beginning in September, the Stingers will be hosting tryouts for players wishing to join the Stingers’ indoor teams. For more information on the Delaware Stingers, you can contact Lloydlee Heite at 302-337-8545 or visit www.lloydlee.com/DelawareStingersFieldHockey.htm.

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Woodbridge Little League to hold Fall baseball signups Woodbridge Little League will be holding sign-ups for it’s Fall baseball program on Sunday August 5 from 4-6 p.m. at the Greenwood Little League Field. Registration is open to boys ages 8-12. There will be a Minor League division for ages 8-10 and a Major League Division for ages 11-12. If your child played as leagueage 7 this year and is now 8, they are eligible to play in the Minor Division. If your child played as league age 12 this year and has now turned 13, they are still eligible to play in the Major Division. The season will run from approximately September 7 - October 21. Teams are scheduled for two games per week and all games are scheduled for either Friday or Saturday evenings or Sunday afternoon. The registration fee is $25 for one child, $45 for two children or $60 for three or more children living in the same household. Players from all leagues and towns are invited to play. First time Fall Ball registrants need to bring an original birth certificate with them. Over the past four years the league’s Fall Ball program has served over 600 players from every baseball town in Sussex County’s District III as well as players from Milford, Harrington and Felton in Delaware and Delmar, Preston, Federalsburg and Ridgely in Maryland. For more information or if you are not able to attend the sign-ups on August 5, please give Jose Vazquez a call at (302) 249-3655 to receive a registration form by mail. If there is no answer please leave a message. Seaford Pop Warner practice begins next week. The league is still holding football and cheerleading registration.

Delaware Storm 12U, 13U baseball tryouts to take place

Seaford Pop Warner holding football, cheerleading registration

Tryouts for the Delaware Storm 12U and 13U baseball teams will be held the first three weekends in August (Saturday and Sunday) at 1 p.m. at the Georgetown Little League complex. The 12U team will be playing 6-10 tournaments and will also be going to Cooperstown, N.Y. The 13U team will be playing in the Word Series if it qualifies during the 2008 season. The 16U team is also looking for serious pitchers to showcase their talent. Call Alan Shields for an appointment, 302-875-3174. Serious inquiries only. For more information on the 12U and 13U teams call 12U coaches Gary Smith (629-2237), Steve Hearn (629-3389), or Ford Verdery (628-9187) and 13U coach Jay Balback (258-3111).

Register today for Seaford’s only traveling football league. This “nationally” recognized youth program is headed up by Seaford Pop Warner Parent’s Association. Mandatory play rules, no tryouts, first come, first serve. Rosters limited to first 35 per football team and 25 per cheer team (mighty-mite cheer limited to first 10). Seaford Pop Warner football and cheerleading travels to different towns on the Eastern Shore. The ages are 7-15 for football and 5-15 for cheerleading. The registration fee is $65. For the safety of your child weight limits are set for football players. The season begins on July 30. Coaches and volunteers are needed. Practice begins on Monday, July 30 from 6-8 p.m. and runs nightly. For more information please call: Gary at 443-880-2978, Rhonda at 302-628-5137, Sherry at 302-629-0654, or Karen at the Boys & Girls Club: 302-628-3789 .

Star Sports Calendar Sussex County Sports Foundation to host baseball, softball tourneys- The Sussex County Sports Foundation will be hosting baseball and softball tournaments. The baseball tournament will be held on August 4-5 and the cost is $400 per team with a four game guarantee. Team ages of 8U-16U are invited to attend. This event is CABA Baseball Sanctioned. All teams are invited. The softball tournament will be held September 1-2 for ages 10U-18U and the cost is $400 for a four game guarantee. It is USSSA Sanctioned. Please visit our website for more information at www.sussexcountysportsfoundation.com or call 302-644-7777. The tournaments are held in Laurel. The Sussex County Sports Foundation is a non-profit organization helping the youth of Sussex County. SDR looking for adult teams- Teams that wish to enter the Seaford Department of Recreation’s Men’s Fall Slo-Pitch, Women’s Fall Volleyball, Co-ed Fall Volleyball, or Men’s Fall Flag Football league can call the office for more information at 629-6809. The cost to enter a team will vary. SDR signups taking place- Signups are going on now for the following Seaford Department of Recreation programs: Youth Tackle Football- ages 7-13, the cost is $ 30 and includes a physical; NFL Youth Flag Football- ages 6-14, the cost is $ 20; Youth Cheerleading- ages 7-14, the Cost is $40 and cheerleaders keep their uniforms; Youth Field Hockey- ages 8-12, the cost is $20 and includes a t-shirt. Call 629-6809 for more information or come by the office to sign up. Sussex County Sports Foundation to host Fall baseball, softball- The Sussex County Sports Foundation will be hosting Fall Ball for baseball and softball teams. Teams will alternate play every other Sunday at the Laurel Little League complex. Teams ages will be 9U-18U. Registration is $40.00 per player on each roster. Registration includes a Fall Ball shirt. Registrants can register as a team or as an individual and individuals will be placed on a team according to age. Play will start on September 9 and continue thru November 4. There will be two games per Sunday. For more information call 302-644-7777 or visit www.scsportsfoundation.com. Registrants will be taken on a first come basis. The Sussex County Sports Foundation is a non-profit organization that helps sporting teams from Sussex and nearby counties with the ability to be able to participant in sporting events. Send your sports bulletins to the Star at 302-629-9243 (f) or sports@mspublications.com.

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DELMARVA AUTO ALLEY Racers do a little bit of playing in the clay By Bonnie Nibblett

Here it is the end of July already, seems like summer just got going. When the end of July comes around, I know summer will be over soon, and then followed by racing slowing down and ending until after the New Year. It seems far away, but trust me; it is way too close for race fans. Fans can never get enough racing in, along with drivers never getting enough racing in either. The Delaware Motorsports Complex is in full swing with racing on all three tracks every Friday, and Saturday nights. Friday's dragway action happens every Friday night through the mid of August in the 1⁄4 mile action. This past Friday night the Bad 8 Open Wheel and Full Body racers join the Summit ET Point Series drivers. Check the tracks web site www.delawareracing.com for details of the winners and upcoming events. The next double points race is this Friday night, gates open 3:30 p.m. with time runs at 4:30 and eliminations around 8:30 p.m. The oval clay, 1⁄2 mile has had a lot of action in the last few weeks in itself. Thursday, July 12, the 35th running of the Camp Barnes Benefit Race was held. Great turn out with the crowd and the racers support. The pits were hopping and zinging with sounds all over and with all the cars' teams working on the cars before the cars hit the track; it sure was fantastic to see. There was a time when the pits would be really full, but with the economies fuel and other cost the count has dropped off a bit this year. But if compared to the usual weekend crowd it was awesome to see as many that did make the show. Thank you to all for a big turn out. The Big Block Modified win went to

Wade Hendrickson in the Jake Marine no. 85, Jamie Mills (30), Jimmy Horton (24) third, H. J. Bunting III and Kenny Brightbill (19) rounded out the top five. Billy Pauch in the Will Brown Truck Repair worked the track after a seventh starting position and by lap two Pauch sat in third. Mills and Pauch put on a show with drag racing on the back stretch and close wheel to wheel action with swapping second place between the two. Hendrickson was a few cars lengths out there as Pauch claimed second on lap nine. Pauch went to work on no. 85 each lap, the two were toe to toe and Pauch finally takes the lead on lap 22. Just as Pauch grabs the lead in turn four and seemed to have the win in the bag; the car just shuts down. The next lap, lap 23, Pauch slows in turns one and two and stops to the top of turn two. Hendrickson took home over $4,500. Heats were won by Hendrickson, and Mills. Rick Eckert (24) (one of the World of Outlaw Late Models drivers and visited DIS when the touring series rolled through Delaware) made an appearance and ended up taking home the win of $5,075. Eckert lead almost as soon as the green dropped taking the lead from pole sitter ten-time DIS track champion of Kenny Pettyjohn in the Mid-Coastal Siding no. 11. Pettyjohn continued to drop back further during the feature with some kind of ill handling car troubles. Devin Friese (12) invaded the track and finished in second, Ricky Elliott (45), Rob Schirmer, and Mark Pettyjohn (PJ1) rounded out the top five of the night. It was some good racing each lap. K. Pettyjohn and Eckert won the heats. The famous 12-lap modifieds vs. late model 12-lap shoot out started with the

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State student test results released for grades 2-10 Test scores of nearly 86,000 Delaware students in grades 2-10 continue to level off in reading and mathematics, according to results of the March 2007 Delaware Student Testing Program (DSTP) released by Secretary of Education Valerie A. Woodruff. Scores on this year’s two-item writing test increased or decreased at the elementary, middle, and high school levels in almost all grades. “Many of our schools have a high percentage of students meeting or exceeding standards while some schools are struggling to meet the learning needs of all students,” said Secretary of Education Valerie A. Woodruff. “Our collective mission must be to continuously seek out the best curriculum and instructional practices and to provide professional development to our teachers,” added Woodruff. “One specific area of great concern remains in mathematics at middle school and high school,” said Woodruff. “A math coalition comprised of most school districts, the Department of Education, the University of Delaware, and the Delaware Foundation for Science and Math Education has been formed to accelerate our performance in that content area.” This is the second year statewide testing data is available for grades 2 -10 in the content areas of reading and math and grades 3-10 in writing.

The 2007 results are as follows: Mathematics At grades 2-5, students meeting or exceeding the standard ranges from 86% in grade 2 to 76% in grade 5. In grades 6-8, middle school student scores range from 74% in grade 6 to 61% in grade 8. At the high school level, grade 9 students remained constant at 51% while grade 10 students scored at 57%. Comparing test scores to last year’s results, 77% of children tested in the third grade met the standard – a one-percentage point decrease from the scores of last year’s third graders. In the fifth grade, 76% of students tested met the standard, a one percentage point difference from last year. The proportion of this year’s eighth grade students meeting or exceeding the standard is at 61%, one percentage point less than last year’s eighth graders, while in the tenth grade, 57% performed at or above standard, two percentage points higher than the tenth graders of 2006. Reading In grades 2-5, the trend is that between 82%-85% of students statewide are meeting the standard in reading. At the middle school grades, students are scoring at 82%. At the high school grades, the range of scores is between 72-74%.

Comparing this year’s test score results to the results of 2006, 81% of third grade students who took the DSTP met or exceeded the standard, a three percentage point decrease from 2006. Fifth grade reading performance leveled off at 85%, the same as in 2006. Eighty-two percent of eighth grade students tested met or exceeded the reading standard, a two percentage point decrease from last year. In the tenth grade, the proportion of students meeting or exceeding the standard rose slightly to 72%, a one-percentage point increase from 2006. Writing In grades 3-5, writing scores of students who met or exceeded the standard fluctuate between 67% in grade 3 to 71% in grade 4 and 62% in grade 5. At the middle school grades, grade 6 students scored at 68%, grade 7 students scored at 59% while grade 8 students scored at 78%. At the high school level, grade 9 scored at 74% while grade 10 students scored at 66%. Comparing this year’s results to 2006, third grade student scores rose to 67% meeting the standard, a six point increase from last year’s third graders. Sixty-two percent of fifth grade students met the standard, which is eleven

percentage points higher than last year’s performance. In the eighth grade, 78% of students tested in writing met the standard, which was the same as last year’s scores. In the tenth grade, scores decreased to 66% of students meeting the standard, a ten percentage point decrease compared to last year. Delaware students in grades 2-10 once again participated in the nationallynormed Stanford Achievement Test, 10th Edition (SAT 10). Comprising nearly 1/3 of the questions on the DSTP exams in reading and math, the SAT 10 allows Delaware to compare test results against students in the same grade across the country who took the test. It shows the percentage of Delaware students who scored as well as or better than other students throughout the nation. In math at grades 2-5, rankings ranged from 62% to 74%; in grades 6-8, rankings ranged from 65% to 68%; and in grades 9 and 10, rankings ranged from 76% to 72% respectively. In reading, rankings ranged from 67% to 77%; in grades 6-8, rankings ranged from 65% to 70%; and in grades 9 and 10, students leveled off at 76% and 72% respectively. To see the complete results, visit www.doe.k12.de.us/aab.

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IN APPRECIATION - Charles Gordy, 24-year member of Charity Lodge #27 I.O.O.F., holds appreciation award given to him by the Grand Lodge of Delaware. With him is his wife, Theodosia, and Grandmaster of Delaware Jerry Lynch of Laurel. Photo by Pat Murphy.

BIRDS OF A FEATHER - Bargain Bill’s Flea Market had an unusual guest Saturday as ‘Trouble,’ an African grey parrot, and owner Kathy Eichman from Naples, Fla., visited. Trouble is the one on Kathy’s head — the other two are Millard Johnson and Jimmy Spicer of Laurel. Photo by Pat Murphy.

LONG-TIME MEMBERS - At last week’s Charity Lodge banquet, members G. Lee Hastings and Marion Pete Henry received outstanding service awards. Hastings has been in the organization for 61 years and Henry for 55 years. Back, from left: Hasting’s wife, Irene, Hastings, Grandmaster Jerry Lynch and Charity Noble Grand Arnold Hearn. Front: Henry’s wife, Katherine, and Henry. Photo by Pat Murphy.

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CHARITY LODGE DAY - Laurel Mayor John Shwed holds a proclamation from the Town of Laurel proclaiming Sunday, July 22, as Charity Lodge Day in Laurel. Receiving the proclamation are Charity Lodge #27 Noble Grand Arnold Hearn and Grandmaster of Delaware Jerry Lynch. It was given at the lodge’s 150th anniversary dinner Saturday, July 21, at Post 19 Legion home. Photo by Pat Murphy.

Last Monday evening, lieutenant governor Barbara Hickman of the 15th District visited the Delmar Kiwanis Club during a regular dinner meeting to induct two new members into the club, Keith Hitchens and Ken Mowbray. The new members were sponsored by Keith Jones and Al Bozman, who introduced the new members to the club and assisted Hickman with the induction ceremony. Above, from left, are Keith Hitchens, Keith Jones and Lt. Governor Hickman. On right are Al Bozman (left) and Ken Mowbray.

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Of course it rained the night of July 19. After all, that was opening day of the Delaware State Fair and those of us who have lived here either all or a major part of our lives know that the skies will open and dump tons and tons of water over the fair on opening night. At least the rains did not make too much difference for fairgoers. The rains came early in the evening and by dusk had stopped and hundreds of regular fairgoers filled every inch of foot space as they trekked to their favorite fair feature. Husband, Chuck, and I have not been to the fair for quite a while now, but we heartily endorse this as one of the most entertaining events of the year. There is definitely something for everyone at the fair. My first trip to the fair was in 1947, almost 61 years ago. We had been married almost a year and were in Ridgley, Md., visiting one of Chuck’s sisters, when the suggestion was made that we attend the fair. Those were the days when all of the walkways and roads were not paved. They were just plain old dry dirt. Smart fairgoers would wait until they returned home from the fair before getting a shower. Usually the temperatures were in the upper 80s or low 90s, the dirt dry, the humidity high. That dusky dirt would cling to your body and clothing like flies on those sticky tapes people once hung from the ceiling to trap the pesky critters. The result was that one headed for the shower the very first thing upon returning home after a night at the fair. We always took our offspring to the fair one night. They would save their spending money for weeks on end so that they would have “their” money to get something they could not live without at the fair. The first year we took the three of them, I can remember Bonnie riding her tricycle, Philip barely able to pedal his little tricycle and John in the stroller. The fair usually lasts 10 days and the day we could go to Harrington we could guarantee would be the hottest day of summer. We walked what seemed a million miles as we went through the cow barns, horse barns, enjoyed looking at row after row of beautiful canned fruits and vegetables prepared by Delaware women, jellies, preserves, fresh flowers, the 4-H barn and saw

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My heartfelt thanks to all the family and friends for all the gifts of food and flowers and well wishes of the death of my mom, Gladys J. Phillips. Much gratitude to the nurses, aids & staff at Lofland LifeCare. A very special thanks to Pastor Roland Tice and wife and to the Lady who sang Danny Boy. Most Thanks of all to Short, Hannigan & Disharoon to Ed and Holly Hannigan, two very special people who took such good care of us.

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SARAH MARIE TRIVITS • 875-3672 Margaret Coladonata gets my attention now and then with her travels and recently she tells me that she has had a vacation in Pennsville, N.J., visiting her brother and his wife, Butch and Thelma Hiles, her daughter, Mary Ann, and son, Pete, and her cousin Ruth, all in that locale. Insley Fowler, who is here for the summer with her parents, Ned and Norma Jean, spent last weekend with her sister, Eva, in Washington, D.C. On Thursday, July 19, the Chatter Hatters, one of Laurel’s Red Hat groups, at the CHEER Center in Georgetown, attended the annual Red Hat Gala. There was the ritual luncheon, fashion show, shopping and entertainment. Eleven of our local group attended and had a great time and my sources tell me that Eleanor Stacy, who recently observed her 90th birthday, out-danced all of them. They report a wonderful day for everyone. Delmar, Del., mayor, John Outten is at home recuperating from a recent illness. Cards and calls, I’m sure, would be welcomed. Also from Delmar, we have Madison Rementer celebrating her 2nd birthday, which was July 13, but a party was held for her on July 14. Other July birthdays for our Delmar friends were Irene Culver on July 21 (Irene is now living in Maryland). Best wishes to George Truitt, July 20; Cathy Boltz and Peggy Hastings, July 28; and George Jett, July 29. Happy birthday to you all. Another 2-year old who celebrated on July 25 was Mackenzie Le Baron. For the benefit of her Laurel friends, several of whom have asked me, Jean Henry is now residing at the Country Rest Home, 12406 Sunset Lane, Greenwood, DE 19950. Drop her a line. Mary Farrelly, too, is recovering at home from a recent, lengthy illness. All of these patients, I know, like to be remembered with a kind thought or word. For a few of those great days we had last week, some of those who advocate

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rent position as a corrections officer at Smyrna Correctional Facility. He has orders for a 400-day deployment. Smoot is part of the 153rd Military Police Company for the Delaware National Guard. This is only the second time that his company has been activated since its inception in 1997. The first activation, which Smoot was a part of, sent the company to Saudi Arabia in 2002. The press release about this Friday’s event follows:

153rd Military Police to introduce Sugarland act live via satellite

Delaware Army National Guard Soldiers from the 153rd Military Police Company will address the crowd and introduce Sugarland before the band's 8 p.m. performance at the Delaware State Fair on Friday, July 27. The Soldiers will "take the stage" via a live satellite feed from their current training location, Ft. Dix, N.J. This will be projected onto a huge on-stage screen.

Did we confuse readers?

A Riverfest photo on page 40 of the Seaford and Laurel Stars last week may have confused readers. A photo of Ron MacArthur and David Elliott on a police boat contained the headline, “Visit to the Airport.” Sadly, this is what happens in the electronic age if you reuse a previous format and forget to change the headline. There actually is no airport on the river.

Letter to the Editor Thank you members of the American Legion family Post 6

I want to thank the members of The American Legion family Post 6 for supporting me and for having faith in me and believing in me to be your Department of Delaware American Legion Auxiliary President. You are my grassroots and I will strive to do my best to represent our organization and community. The theme I have chosen this year is "Come Soar with The American Legion Auxiliary." I find the great thing in this world is not so much where we stand, as in what direction we are moving. To reach our goals, we must soar sometimes with the wind, and sometimes against it; but we must soar, and not drift, nor descend from our ambitions. The American Legion Auxiliary believes in promoting programs that support our children and youth, our communities, and our veterans. The grassroots of our organization is our membership. It is important for all of us to soar throughout the community, state, and nation in search of new members and to retain current members.

Editorial Gene Bleile Lynn Parks Daniel Richardson Elaine Schneider Kay Wennberg Tony Windsor Composition Rita Brex Carol James

A special section of the audience has been reserved for the family and friends of the 153rd attending the concert. The 153rd themselves will be introduced from the stage by the state Adjutant General, Major General Frank Vavala, and two recent Iraq veterans. They are scheduled to begin at 7:30 p.m. The 153rd has about 150 Soldiers scheduled to deploy to Iraq later this year for about 10 months. The unit, stationed in Delaware City, has been at Ft. Dix since June 18, preparing for mobilization. They will receive theater-specific training there before heading to Southwest Asia.

Cassie Richardson Circulation Karen Cherrix Sales Beverly Arciuolo George Beauchamp Rick Cullen Jesse Piquette Jim McWilliams Laura Rogers

Laurel Star Advisory Board Dale Boyce Sandy Davis Toni Gootee H. Robert Hickman Jane Hudson Linda Justice Albert Jones Kendal Jones Mike Lambert

With a strong membership foundation we can soar to new heights in our auxiliary programs. So I invite eligible women to join our organization and soar with The American Legion Auxiliary and make our voice strong. Women who are eligible for membership in the Auxiliary are mothers, wives, daughters, sisters, granddaughters, greatgranddaughters and grandmothers of those who were citizens of the United States and who served during any of the eligibility periods listed below in the Armed Forces. Eligibility periods are as follows: World War I (4/6/1917-11/11/1918) World War II (12/7/1941-12/31/1946) Korean War (6/25/1950-1/31/1955) Vietnam War (2/28/1961-5/7/1975) Lebanon/Grenada (8/24/1982-7/31/1984) Panama (12/20/1989-1/31/1990) Persian Gulf (8/2/1990 to date of cessation) For more information contact the American Legion Post Home, 230 Front St., Seaford or call 629-9915. Lillian Tune

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MORNING STAR

• JULY 26 - AUGUST 1, 2007

PAGE 51

Seven-Day forecast for Western Sussex County Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Tides Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

A thunderstorm in the afternoon

Partly sunny, a t-storm possible

Chance for a thunderstorm

Mainly cloudy, t-storms possible

Cloudy with a couple of t-storms

A couple of morning tstorms

Times of clouds and sun

87/70

88/69

88/70

87/69

86/69

88/68

85/67

Almanac Statistics through Tuesday July 24 at Georgetown, Delaware

Temperatures

Precipitation

High for the week . . . . . . . . . . . Low for the week . . . . . . . . . . . Normal high . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Normal low . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Average temperature . . . . . . . .

. 96° . 60° . 87° . 65° 76.8°

Total for the week . . . . . . . . . . 0.19” Total for the month . . . . . . . . . . 1.25” Normal for the month . . . . . . . . 2.38” Total for the year . . . . . . . . . . 18.68”

Smyrna 87/71 Dover 86/70

Time 7:53 p.m. 11:29 p.m. 8:14 p.m. 5:07 p.m.

Perigee Apogee Perigee Apogee

Date September 27 October 13 October 25 November 9

. . . . . . .

Rise .5:58 a.m. .5:59 a.m. .6:00 a.m. .6:01 a.m. .6:02 a.m. .6:03 a.m. .6:04 a.m.

Full July 29

Milford 86/70 Greenwood 86/70

Lewes 84/71

Bridgeville 87/70

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Set .8:19 p.m. .8:18 p.m. .8:17 p.m. .8:16 p.m. .8:15 p.m. .8:15 p.m. .8:14 p.m.

Last Aug 5

Moon Thursday . Friday . . . . Saturday . . Sunday . . . Monday . . Tuesday . . Wednesday

. . . . . . .

Rise .6:08 p.m. .7:01 p.m. .7:46 p.m. .8:24 p.m. .8:56 p.m. .9:25 p.m. .9:50 p.m.

New Aug 12

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Set .2:09 a.m. .3:03 a.m. .4:06 a.m. .5:14 a.m. .6:26 a.m. .7:39 a.m. .8:50 a.m.

Day Thurs. Fri. Sat. Sun. Mon. Tues. Wed.

Harrington 86/70

Time 9:54 p.m. 5:54 a.m. 6:52 a.m. 7:33 a.m.

Sun and Moon Sun Thursday . Friday . . . . Saturday . . Sunday . . . Monday . . Tuesday . . Wednesday

SEAFORD 87/70 Blades 87/70

Georgetown 87/71

Low 9:13 p 10:04 p 10:53 p 11:41 p —1:08 p 1:49 p

Laurel 88/70 Delmar 88/69

Millsboro 87/71

High 2:14 a 3:07 a 3:56 a 4:41 a 5:25 a 6:07 a 6:49 a

Low 8:55 a 9:41 a 10:25 a 11:07 a 11:49 a 12:30 p 12:38 a

High 2:37 p 3:30 p 4:18 p 5:03 p 5:48 p 6:32 p 7:17 p

Low 8:35 p 9:26 p 10:15 p 11:03 p 11:50 p —1:11 p

Rehoboth Beach

Rehoboth Beach 84/71

Concord 87/70 Bethany Beach 83/70 Fenwick Island 84/72

First Aug 20

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Day High Low High Thurs. 5:24 a 11:15 a 6:01 p Fri. 6:14 a 12:27 a 6:49 p Sat. 7:02 a 1:13 a 7:35 p Sun. 7:49 a 1:56 a 8:20 p Mon. 8:35 a 2:38 a 9:04 p Tues. 9:22 a 3:19 a 9:48 p Wed. 10:09 a 4:01 a 10:32 p

Low —12:07 p 12:57 p 1:44 p 2:31 p 3:18 p 4:08 p

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The moon, and its relative distance to the Earth, affects tides on a monthly basis. When the moon is farthest from the Earth (apogee), tides of decreased range or currents of decreased speed occur. When the moon is closest to the Earth (perigee), the occurrence of increased range or currents of speed is more prevalent.

Date August 3 August 18 August 30 September 15

Day High Low High Low Thurs. 11:56 a 6:40 a —- 6:20 p Fri. 12:26 a 7:26 a 12:49 p 7:11 p Sat. 1:15 a 8:10 a 1:37 p 8:00 p Sun. 2:00 a 8:52 a 2:22 p 8:48 p Mon. 2:44 a 9:34 a 3:07 p 9:35 p Tues. 3:26 a 10:15 a 3:51 p 10:23 p Wed. 4:08 a 10:56 a 4:36 p 11:13 p

Sharptown, MD Shown is Thursday’s weather. High Low Temperatures are Thursday’s highs Day and Thursday night’s lows. Thurs. 2:52 a 9:33 a Fri. 3:45 a 10:19 a Sat. 4:34 a 11:03 a Sun. 5:19 a 11:45 a Mon. 6:03 a 12:27 p Tues. 6:45 a 12:28 a Wed. 7:27 a 1:16 a

Apogee and Perigee

Perigee Apogee Perigee Apogee

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