June 17 2010 S

THURSDAY, JUNE 17, 2010

vol. 15 No. 8

News BUDGETING - Legislator says state needs to cut workforce, spending. Page 3 SECURITY - Woodbridge School District enhancing security for next school year. Page 4 SURPLUS - Chamber told Sussex County will end year with projected $117,000 surplus. Page 5 HEROES - Brent Nichols enjoys scaring people for the right reasons. Page 8 NEW LAWS - Legislation is in reaction to Dr. Earl Bradley case. Page 11 CALLING 911 - Girl, 7, credited with saving her grandmother’s life. Page 12 OLYMPICS - Law enforcement agencies carry the torch for 24 years. Page 13 WARNING - Attorney General Biden warns seniors about new Medicare benefit scam. Page 21 FATHER’S DAY - Gift suggestions for Dad’s special day.

Pages 36-38 FINAL WORD - Where will Obamacare take the United States? Page 47

Sports BLUE-GOLD - The 55th Annual Blue-Gold all-star football game has 11 Western Sussex players taking part in the contest. Page 24 LITTLE LEAGUE - Check out page 27 for results and photos from Nanticoke Little League games. Results are still needed from Seaford and Woodbridge coaches.

Contact us

Subscriptions

kcherrix@mspublications.com

Seaford Star News

editor@mspublications.com

Seaford Star Sports

mmcclure@mspublications.com

Advertising

sales@mspublications.com

Business Report

businessreport@mspublications.com

Business Journal

brichardson@mspublications.com

Inside Bulletin Board Business ChurCh Classifieds entertainment final Word Gas lines Gourmet health letters lynn Parks mike mCClure movies oBituaries PoliCe Puzzles sPorts tides

14 6 18 32 31 47 10 39 40-42 46 22 26 7 20 10 31 24-30 28

50 cents

Seaford Library benefits from grant from Recovery & Reinvestment Act

By Lynn R. Parks

More than half of the cost of new furniture at the Seaford Library and Cultural Center was paid by an $81,000 federal grant through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act. Last week, Sen. Tom Carper and Jack Tarburton, state director of U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Development, which administered the grant, visited the library to highlight the receipt of the grant and to tour the new facility.

“These are not federal government dollars that you got,” Tarburton told the small crowd that was gathered at the library Friday morning. “These are your taxpayer dollars coming back to the community to help it.”

Carper, who put his signature inside a desk drawer in the library’s children’s section, said that the Recovery Act, or stimulus act, paved the way for an ongoing improvement in the U.S. economy. “There are still plenty of challenges ahead of us, but things are getting better,” he said. “The stimulus Continued to page four

Sen. Tom Carper signs the inside of a desk drawer in the children’s section in the Seaford Library and Cultural Center. Carper visited the library to highlight $81,000 in federal stimulus funds that the library received. In addition to his signature, he wrote, “Carpe diem! Seize the day!” on the drawer. Photo by Lynn R. Parks

Bridgeville hiking taxes and fees

By Mike McClure

In an effort to make up a potential $600,000 budget shortfall, the Bridgeville Commission approved an ordinance raising the town’s property tax rate during Monday’s meeting. The Commission also held the first reading for five proposed ordinances including three dealing with the increase in town fees.

The Commission voted, 5-0, in favor of an ordinance increasing the town’s property tax rate from $1.73

per $100 of property assessment to $2 per $100. The vote came following the second reading of the ordinance and a public hearing.

When asked why the town was proposing a property tax increase, Commission President Bill Jefferson said it had to make up a budget shortfall of $600,000.

“We’re not going to drain all of our funds so that we can operate our town properly,” Jefferson added.

According to Town Manager Bonnie Walls, the shortfall came about due

Re/Max Eastern Shore Nancy Price, Realtor 628-7653 (Office)

302

nancyprice@remax.net

y ce Nanc Pri236-3619 302

(cell)

to the reduction of transfer tax income due to lack of growth and construction; paying back debt; and the increase in the cost of electric and other services.

She added that the town is looking to balance the budget and move forward.

The Commission also introduced five ordinances for first reading. One ordinance deals with fees for variance, zoning, and conditional use hearings.

The $500 fee covers town staff and supplies but not advertising, legal fees, engineering fees, and other costs.

Continued to page five

Absolutely AdorAble Harrington: One street over from Lake Forest Elem.

All brick ranch completely renovated like new! School. Perfect for 1st time

homebuyer or retiring couple, with portable accessible ramp. Large FR opens into large modern kit.

Large 3-season porch & laundry rm. All hdwd. floors under all new carpet. Extra lot & 2-car detached REDUCED! garage. MLS 573401 $159,900.

Locally OwnLoedca&ldly ranteed & OpOew

Dog Food

Yard & Garden Spray

28

99

Operated

500 Off

• 34 Lb. • All flavors including Large Breed • Formulated with highquality ingredients, including real meat

• Kills fleas, ticks, mosquitoes, ants, crickets and other insects on contact

Dog Chow

Science Diet Dog Food

june june SPECIALS! SPECIALS!

29 2999 99

Science Diet Dog Food

• 35 Lb. • Choose from Adult Advanced Fitness, • 35 Lb. Adult Largefrom Breed, Adult Small Bite • Choose Adult Advanced Fitness, or Adult AdultLight Large Breed, Adult Small Bite or Adult Light

Science Diet Cat Food

26 26

99 99

Science Diet Cat Food

• Adult or Adult Light - 17.5 Lb. • Adult or Adult - 17.5 Lb. • Indoor Adult Cat - Light 15.5 Lb. • Indoor Adult Cat - 15.5 Lb.

Dry Dog Dry Food

Dry DogDry Food

55

88

9999

Starting At

Starting At

9999

110000OffOff

• All varieties • All varieties • 2 FREE cans with • 2 FREE cans with purchase of 20 Lb. purchase of 20 Lb. bag or bag 3 FREE cans cans or 3 FREE with purchase of with purchase of 30 Lb. 30 bag.

Lb. bag.

• All varieties • All varieties • 2 FREE cans with • 2 FREE cans with purchase of 17.5ofLb. purchase 17.5 Lb. bag orbag 3 FREE cans cans or 3 FREE with purchase of with purchase of 35 Lb.35bag.

Lb. bag.

• Select 3.5 3.5 Lb. Lb. andand 4 Lb.4 Bags • Select Lb. Bags • Choose fromfrom Kitten Indoor, Adult • Choose Kitten Indoor, Adult Indoor, Light or Mature Adult Indoor Indoor, Light or Mature Adult Indoor

• 44 Lb. • Contains 23 vitamins and minerals • Great taste • High quality protein

24

99

Holistic Holistic Selects Selects Dog Food Dog Food

999999

• 6 Lb. Trial sizes

• 6 •Lb. Trialforsizes Look new • Look for newSelects Holistic Holistic Selects Weight Management Weight Management

DryDry Food DogDog Food

FREE

Hexabumper

FREE

• With purchase of any 15 Lb. bag of • With purchasedog of food Eukanuba

any 15 Lb. bag of Eukanuba dog food

10-0011 BC

10-0011 BC

660000

• 15 Lb.

herring adult formulas

Concord Pet Foods & Supplies

Food

• 35 Lb. • Natural ingredients • Natural ingredients • Easy to digest • Easy to digest

Yard & Garden Nutro Max Cat Nutro Max Cat Spray

2899

COUPON

$11.99

• Kills fleas, ticks, mosquitoes, ants, crickets and other insects on contact

5 Off 5 Off 29 29 3029 29 $ 00

Shredded Blends Blends Dog Food Dog Food

Adult

$ 99

Adult Dog Food Dog Food

99 $ 99 99 Purchase of or more Expires 06/27/10. Limit 1 offer per coupon. 1 coupon per customer.

Concord Pet Foods & Supplies

Wee Wee 30 Lb. Bags Pads of Bags Prairie 30 Lb. 99 of Prairie 99 Kibble Dog Food • 150 count Kibble

Dog Chow

19

39

FRONTLINE00 Products

• 44 Lb. • 44 Lb. • Contains 23 • Balanced lining prevents damage • 44 Lb.nutrition Dog Food • Plastic vitamins and to floors and carpets Expires 06/27/10. Limit 1 offer per coupon. 1 coupon per customer. minerals • Balanced • ProActive Health Not • Great validtaste with other offers or on prior purchases. May not be used on:

• 35 Lb. • Choose from beef, • 35 Lb. lamb or chicken valid with May not be used on: •Not Choose fromother beef,offers or on prior purchases. nutrition

5 Off 00 5 Off

• High quality protein Sale *Aniversary Sale *Big Bag Sale. CPFS Madness *Moonlight Madness Sale *Aniversary Sale •*Big Bag Sale.

CPFS *Moonlight ProActive Health lamb or chicken reserves the right to limit quantities. Stain & Odor STAR H reserves the right limit quantities.

Authorized BCItoRetailer, Copyright 2010 CircularsSTAR Unlimited www.circulars.com H

Authorized BCI Retailer, Copyright 2010 Circulars Unlimited www.circulars.com

Dog Food

24

99 DE Seaford Commons Shopping Center, Seaford, • 31.1 Lb. • Perfect balance of real, wholesome ingredients and quality nutrition

Middletown Crossing Rehoboth, DE Milford, DE Smyrna, DE Seaford, DE

500 Off

6 Lb. ..........$11.99

6 Lb. ..........

• 34 Lb. • All flavors including Large Breed • Formulated with highquality ingredients, including real meat

302-376-1616 302-226-2300 302-424-8373 302-653-1515 302-628-1001

Seaf. Commons S.C., 22836 Sussex Hwy.

Mon.-Sat. 9 am - 9 pm Sunday 10 am - 5 pm

Not responsible for typographical errors.

Biscuits Save

300 • 20 Oz. • All flavors

LeBistro Waterers

20

% Off

• Choose from small, medium or large • Tough plastic base holds water reservoir for water on demand

Stain & Odor Remover

C C

• 24 ounce • Eliminates all stains and odors from pet

•2 •M o

2

Y P

M R

F C

Fold & Carry iCrates

Biscuits

3

All Sizes

00

20% Off

• 20 Oz. • All flavors

20% Off

• Choose from small, medium or large • Tough plastic base holds water reservoir for water on demand

Quiet Time Beds

D

• Ideal for use in crates, carriers, dog houses or vehicles • Keep pets cool in the summer and warm in the winter

•C 7 o R

20%Off

Concord Pike Shoppes of Red Mill Peoples CannedPlaza Hockessin Cat Food Suburban Plaza Shoppes Of Graylyn

1200

24/

• 5.5 Oz. cans • All flavors • Excludes Friskies Selects

Chestnut Run Middletown Crossing Community Plaza Aston, PA Edgehill s/c, Dover West Chester, PA Rehoboth

1000

10/

Mon. - Sat. 9 am-9 pm; Sun.

• 2 Oz. • Assorted varieties

Canned Cat Food

800

302-478-8966 302-737-8982 302-836-5787 302-234-9112 302-368-2959 Appetizers 302-477-1995

Not responsible for typogr

Canned Cat Food

20/

• 3 Oz. cans • All flavors • Excludes Elegant Medleys

79¢

Each

• 3 Oz. cans • All flavors

Remover

Conventional Cat Litter

Scooping Cat Litter

• 24 ounce • Eliminates all stains and odors from pet

• 20 Lb. • Moisture-activated odor-control

• 35 Lb. • 99.6% dust free • Long-lasting odor control

799

Sale Prices Good June 1 - 30, Fold &2010 Carry

700

2/

1199

510759

MIDWEST Homes solve behavioral problems and cut housebreaking time in half!

iCrates

799 500 99

You Pay Mail-In Rebate Final Cost

All Sizes

2

Furniture Refresher for Cats

• 16 ounce • Cleans & permanently removes cat stains & cat odors on fabric, upholstery & cat beds

20% Off Quiet Time Beds

Dog Treats

• Ideal for use in crates, carriers, dog houses or vehicles • Keep pets cool in the summer and warm in the winter

• Choose from 7 Oz. Busy Bone or 4 Oz. Busy Rollhide

20%Off

2

Concord Pet Food

• 35 Lb.

• 30 Lb. • 30 Lb. Dog • Choose from • Choose from lamb or chicken, chicken, lamb or herring adult formulas

• 15•Lb. Choose from • Choose from or Sensicare Sensicare or Foundation Foundation

Shredded

Hexabumper

SaveSave

550000 COUPON

9999 29 29

DogDog FoodFood

SaveSave

• • •

MIDWEST Homes solve behavioral problems and cut housebreaking time in half!

LeBistro Waterers

Nutro Nutro Max Max Dog Dog FoodFood

• 150 count • Plastic lining prevents damage to floors and carpets

2

510759

• 31.1 Lb. • Perfect balance of real, wholesome ingredients and quality nutrition

Save

• • •

C C

799

Dog Food

2

Wee Wee Pads

3999

DogAtFood Starting

DogAtFood Starting

Science Diet CatCat Food Science Diet Food

1999

C C

6

2/

00

Filled Bones

399

Each • Cut femur bones are stuffed with a wholesome, peanut butter mixture

MORNING STAR • JuNe 17 - 23, 2010

PAGe 3

Short says state needs to cut workforce, spending As the General Assembly starts the process of finalizing the state’s new spending plan, House Republicans say the operating budget is heading in the wrong direction on several fronts.

At the end of January, Governor Jack Markell unveiled a proposed $3.17 billion operating budget for the fiscal year that begins July 1. The proposal included $143.6 million in cuts to state agencies and services, but despite this overall spending in the plan was about $80 million more than the current budget - an increase of 2.58 percent.

Since February, the Joint Finance Committee – a group of 12 state legislators – has been reviewing and revising the proposed budget. State House Minority Leader Dick Cathcart (R-Middletown) said the 17 members of his caucus believe fundamental changes need to be made before the budget is enacted later this month.

State House Minority Whip Dan Short (R-Seaford) questions whether the Markell administration has made good on its promise to reduce the size of state government and to make government more efficient.

“Last year, our caucus members successfully pushed to reduce the size of state government by 525 positions by not filling vacancies created when workers retired or otherwise left their jobs. That move saved over $14 million in ongoing annual

Seaford Historical Society holding members picnic

The annual picnic for members of the Seaford Historical Society will be held on Sunday, June 27, at 6 p.m. at the VFW Banquet Hall on Middleford Road.

The charge is $6 per person. Each family is asked to bring a covered dish of vegetable, salad or dessert. Chicken and beverages will be provided.

Reservations are required and may be made by calling the Seaford Historical Society office at 628-9828 before June 20.

Anyone who is not a member but would like to attend may join that night.

An individual membership is $20. Family memberships are $35.

savings. The administration and General Assembly should make a commitment to continue this practice with a goal of eliminating another 500 positions through attrition. That’s less than a 1.6 percent reduction.”

Rep. Short said he was disturbed by recent figures released by the state Department of Labor that reveal the state workforce has not only not been reduced, it’s actually grown over the last year. According to the data, state government employed 31,600 people in April 2009. That figure grew to 31,700 employees this April – a gain of 100 positions.

While state revenue estimates for the current and upcoming fiscal years have grown by nearly $75 million since last June, Rep. Cathcart noted the administration and many Democratic lawmakers seem to be ignoring fiscal realities and are failing to prepare the state for possible trouble on the horizon. “Many economists are worried the financial instability in Europe has the potential to create a doubledip recession here,” he said. “The new budget also includes $123.5 million in federal stimulus money. Those funds won’t be available in the next budget, so there’s a ready-made hole waiting for us.”

While House Republicans are concerned about the renewed growth of the budget, they also expressed concern that some of the governor’s proposed spending cuts will either produce stealth tax increases or will result in a reduction of services outweighed by any marginal financial benefits.

Chief among these proposed cuts are a combined $6.48 million in funding for public school transportation maintenance and fuel costs.

“It’s my belief these reductions balance the state budget at the cost of throwing the finances of local school districts into disarray,” said State Rep. Nick Manolakos (R-Limestone Hills). “These expenses won’t disappear; they will just be passed along. While the governor has promised not to raise taxes this year, his recommended budget could force local schools to do so on his behalf.”

The governor has also recommended eliminating $1.9 million to transport Delaware children attending private schools – one of two areas in which private school students are being targeted by budget

COMPLETE CONSTRUCTION, LLC. Additions, Repairs, Remodeling Specializing in Roofing, Siding, Ceramic Tile, Decks & More Great Low Prices FREE ESTIMATES

Jamie Tinley

Licensed & Insured

9121 Hastings Parkway, Seaford, DE

2 YEAR GUARANTEE ON ALL WORK

cuts. State Rep. Joe Miro (R-Pike Creek), a member of the Joint Finance Committee, said he opposes this cut as well as the governor’s call to eliminate state funding for private school nurses. The governor’s proposal to cut so-called “pass-through” funding for nurses would save less than $447,000.

Reps. Cathcart and Short said they have issues with a proposal to replace School Resource Officers (SRO) - Delaware State Police troopers assigned to protect students and teachers in the public schools - with cheaper and less well trained “School Resource Agents.” Both said the minor amount of money that could be potentially saved – reportedly about $18,000 per officer – is more than offset by the reduction in safety and flexibility the move would create.

“We need to take a step back and take a holistic look at what we’re doing and what’s ahead,” Rep. Short said of the state’s pending budget decisions. “Some of the proposals on the table need to be reconsidered.”

Reps. Cathcart and Short said the 17 members of their caucus are calling for the following steps: 1. Workforce Reduction • A continuation of the hiring freeze of non-essential state workers.

• Set a goal of further reducing the state force by 500 positions via attrition for FY 2011.

• Set a cap on the overall number of

state workers to prevent side-stepping of reduction efforts by re-classifying positions as “essential” and confirm the reductions via a year-to-year, “apples to apples” comparison of the overall number of workers in state employment.

2. Schools • Restore proposed budget cuts for $6.48 million in funding for public school transportation maintenance and fuel costs, which would likely force local school districts to raise taxes to cover the lost revenue.

• Restore the proposed budget cut eliminating $1.9 million to transport Delaware children attending private schools • Reverse the governor’s proposal to eliminate $446,400 for private school nurses.

• Maintain the School Resource Officer program in its current form.

• Adopt standardized school design and construction, lowering these costs both for the state and local district taxpayers.

• Form a task force to fashion a plan for consolidating school district administrative, purchasing and support services, while maintaining school district identities and local school boards.

3. Grant-in-Aid Reform • Reform the Grant in Aid process, requiring audits of applicants every two years to determine the efficacy of past grant money they have received. Such audits would be required in order to be considered for future funding.

PAGe 4

MORNING STAR • JuNe 17 - 23, 2010

Woodbridge preparing for 2010-11

By Cathy Shufelt

USDA Rural Development state director Jack Tarburton, left, and Seaford Library director John Painter, right, watched Sen. Tom Carper, center, sign the inside of a desk drawer in the library. Carper toured the new facility recently. Photo by Lynn R. Parks

Carper visits Seaford Library Continued from page one

act was not just to put people to work for no good reason, but to put people to work for good public policy.”

Construction of the Seaford Library was “a modest project,” he added. “But it made Seaford a better place to live and a better place to work.”

The $3.985 million, 18,000-square foot facility, which opened in December, replaced the 7,000-square foot Porter Street library that was closed in November. The new building has room for about 60,000 books, DVDs and compact discs.

“This is the Seaford Library, built at the right place and at the right time,” Mayor Ed Butler said during the ceremony. “I am so proud of it, and of the citizens who worked so hard to make it possible.”

Library director John Painter said that he is “overwhelmed” by the numbers of people who use the new library. “I see this every day, people who come in who need information or who want a book,” he added. “I am so pleased to be able to be a part of that.”

Planning A Wedding?

Stop by the Star office 629.9788

302

PickUp A FREE copyof theS tars’

951 Norman Eskridge Highway Seaford

B RIDAL P LANNER

With the declaration, “Only 76 more days until school starts,” Dr. Kevin Carson began the June 8th meeting of the Woodbridge Board of Education. Everyone in the district is busy getting ready for the 2010-11 school year.

Board of education members voted to approve several projects that will be completed this summer, including fencing around the new fields at the athletic complex as well as ways to improve security at all three of the district’s school buildings.

Fencing at the athletic complex will be installed by Nanticoke Fencing along Adams Road and Woodbridge Road during summer break.

Also, new soccer and field hockey playing fields will be created. Work on the fields has already begun and “playable surfaces” are promised for the fall semester.

Concern over the security at the district’s schools will be addressed by looking into the installation of a new keypad and/or card entry system at each school.

“There are too many keys out there that we don’t know about that allow access to our buildings,” said board president Michael Breeding, “The safety of our students is our main concern.”

Many of the district’s administrative and support staff are taking part in training for the state’s new financial management system. The new system will allow state agencies to move from a paper to an electronic (paperless) system which is supposed to make processing work orders, payments, etc., much easier and faster.

Sen. Tom Carper, right, and Warren Allen, Seaford. Allen served as honorary chairman of the Seaford Library fundraising campaign. Carper visited the library, which was opened in December, last Friday.

Photo by Lynn R. Parks

Seaford Star

Published by Morning Star Publications Inc.

951 Norman Eskridge Highway Seaford, DE 19973 (302) 629-9788 • Fax (302) 629-9243 The Seaford Star (USPS #016-428) is published weekly by Morning Star Publications Inc., 951 Norman Eskridge Highway, Seaford, DE 19973. Periodicals postage paid at Dover, DE. Subscriptions are $21 a year in county; $26 a year in Kent and New Castle Counties, Delaware, Delmar, Sharptown, and Federalsburg, Maryland; $31 elsewhere. Postmaster: Send address changes to Seaford Star, P.O. Box 1000, Seaford, DE 19973-1000.

Laurel Star

Published by Morning Star Publications Inc.

951 Norman Eskridge Highway Seaford, DE 19973 (302) 629-9788 • Fax (302) 629-9243 The Laurel Star (USPS #016-427) is published weekly by Morning Star Publications Inc., 951 Norman Eskridge Highway, Seaford, DE 19973. Periodicals postage paid at Dover, DE. Subscriptions are $21 a year in county; $26 a year in Kent and New Castle Counties, Delaware, Delmar, Sharptown and Federalsburg, Maryland; $31 elsewhere. Postmaster: Send address changes to Laurel Star, P.O. Box 1000, Seaford, DE 19973-1000.

State workers throughout Delaware have been attending training in order to become proficient with the new system.

Dr. Carson commended Woodbridge staff on their hard work in learning the new system. “Their attitude and willingness is outstanding. They have handled significant pressure given their other duties, and I want to publicly thank our staff for keeping everything moving.” The system is supposed to “go live” on July 19.

A committee of staff and administrators are also working on the necessary paperwork for the federal government’s “Race To The Top” (RTTT) funding. Schools throughout the country are working to take part in the program in order to receive federal funding desperately needed by most schools. “There are visions of great pots of money out there,” said Carson.

The Woodbridge School District has the second draft of their proposal they will be presenting to the Delaware Department of Education on Monday, June 14.

The committee will present their current proposal and speak with state board of education representatives who will review the plan.

The federal deadline for the proposal is June 18, and the board of education will have another special meeting to discuss any developments. “This is a pretty complex document, and it’s taken a lot of work to get it to this point. As a board member I want to thank you for your hard work,” said board president Michael Breeding.

Delaware and Tennessee were the first states to win RTTT funding in March of this year.

MORNING STAR • JuNe 17 - 23, 2010

Chamber told Sussex County will end year with projected $117,000 surplus

By Lynn R. Parks

For the first year since 2006, Sussex County will end its fiscal year with a surplus in its general fund.

County administrator Dave Baker told members of the Greater Seaford Chamber of Commerce last week that fiscal year 2010, which ends June 30, is projected to have a surplus of $117,000 in the general fund. “That’s not a lot of money,” he said; this year’s general fund income was more than $46 million.

“But it’s better than a loss,” he added.

In 2006, the general fund, through which county services including the paramedic program, libraries, public works and grants are paid, ended the year with a nearly $11 million surplus. But then the housing market dried up. And the amount of the realty transfer tax that the county receives on the sale of property throughout unincorporated areas in Sussex dropped, from $36.3 million in 2005 to $12.7 million this year.

In 2007, the county’s general fund deficit was nearly $3 million. In 2008, it was more than $3 million and in 2009, it was about $2 million.

Baker said that the county has tried to adapt its spending to changes in the economy. That has included the elimination of nearly 50 full-time positions through attrition since 2009.

But it has not included tax hikes. And the 2011 budget, which the county council

has to approve by June 30, is expected to follow suit, Baker said. Property taxes are projected to stay as they are, at an average of about $104 for a single-family home and about $40 for a manufactured home.

Baker talked to about 30 members of the chamber during a breakfast meeting held last Friday at Pizza King in Seaford.

He said the proposed fiscal year 2011 budget, as presented to the county council on May 18, is nearly $140 million, an increase of 9.2 percent over last year. In addition to nearly $47 million in the general fund, it includes $8 million in capital improvements, $31 million in water and sewer district operations and more than $50 million in water and sewer capital improvements.

The money that will be spent on water and sewer capital improvements, up from $40 million in fiscal year 2010, is largely from federal stimulus dollars, Baker said.

Wastewater treatment plants currently under construction will mean the elimination of 2,500 septic systems in the Inland Bays watershed, he said.

Other capital projects will include improvements at the county airport and industrial park. The county plans to spend $3.5 million on a storm water management project and better lighting and pavement at the industrial park, as well as on lengthening an airport runway. It also plans to construct a $1.3 million emergency communications building at the airport, with the assistance of state funding.

Nearly $700,000 that the county will

spend to put solar panels in its emergency operations center will mean savings in electrical costs of $12,000 a year, Baker said.

Baker told the chamber members that 43 percent of the general fund budget is spent on public safety. The county plans to spend $11.8 million on its paramedics program, $1.5 million to support fire companies throughout Sussex, $1.4 million to support ambulance services, $1.5 million to pay for an additional 40 state police officers above the state allocation and $2.6 million on its 911 center.

The county also expects to spend nearly $5 million on libraries. Sussex County has 14 libraries, including three, Greenwood, Milton and South Coastal in Bethany Beach, that are county-owned. The county also owns a bookmobile that travels to communities that aren’t served by a library. In 10 years, Baker said, the number of items circulated by all of the libraries skyrocketed, from 850,000 in 1999 to 1.3 million in 2009.

For your information A public hearing on the proposed fiscal year 2011 Sussex County budget will be Tuesday, June 22, starting at 10:15 a.m.

The hearing will be held in council chambers at 2 The Circle, Georgetown. The budget has to be approved by the county council by June 30. For details about the budget, visit the website www.sussexcountyde.gov.

PAGe 5

Bridgeville fees rising Continued from page one

Another proposed ordinance sets building permit fees at one percent of the construction cost. A third ordinance calls for water and sewer fee increases.

Also up for consideration is an ordinance requiring registration and licensing of all residential rental units in town and an ordinance requiring the registration and licensing of businesses in town. The second readings and public hearings for these ordinances will take place at the next Commission meeting, which has been chanced from July 12 to July 19 (7 p.m. at town hall).

Earlier in the meeting Commissioner Mike Collison recognized members of the Phillis Wheatley Middle School conservation club. The club replanted flower barrels along Market Street and plan to paint on watering cans to distribute to members of the community who are watering the flowers.

The conservation club has received an Adopt a Wetland award from state, the Governor’s Conservation Award, and a Superstars in Education award. Phillis Wheatley Middle School was one of seven schools in the state to receive the Superstars in Education Award, which includes a $2,500 prize. The club plans to use the money to build a reading garden outside the school.

Jay Mervine was sworn in as a member of the Bridgeville Commission, replacing Commissioner Earl Greason who moved out of the area. Mervine will serve the rest of the term which is up for election next March.

PAGe 6

MORNING STAR • JuNe 17 - 23, 2010

Business Rotary to host mixer

RIBBON CUTTING - John Rittenhouse held a ribbon cutting and open house at his new Edward Jones office on June 10, in conjunction with the Seaford Chamber of Commerce. The office is located at 559 North Hall Street, Seaford. From left are Mitch Rogers, financial advisor; Ashley & Zoë Warfield, daughter & grand-daughter; Raymond Daigle, project general contractor, Quality Builders Services; Lynnae Rittenhouse, wife; Chris Theis, financial advisor; John Rittenhouse, financial advisor of Seaford branch; Connie Valish, branch office administrator; Ed Butler, Mayor of Seaford; Fran Algier, guest; Randy O’Neal, financial advisor; Melinda Tingle, financial advisor; Amanda Lowe, branch office administrator; Gil Vastine, financial advisor; and Paula Gunson, executive director of Greater Seaford Chamber of Commerce. Missing from photo is Darlene Davidson, branch office administrator for Seaford branch; John Rittenhouse, Jr., son; and Brandon Rittenhouse, son. Photo by Brandon Miller

The Centennial Rotary Club of Harrington-Greenwood-Felton invites the business community to a mixer celebrating its fifth anniversary on Wednesday, June 30, from 6 to 8 p.m., at AmericInn on Corn Crib Road, just off U.S. 13, Harrington.

Highlights include the presentation of the Rotary Service Award to a member of the community and honoring the Rotarian of the Year. The group, known as the Hub Club, will also install its 2010-2011 slate of officers led by new President Franklin Hendricks of the First National Bank of Wyoming, Harrington.

Cooljazz by Joe Baoine will provide entertainment, and heavy hors d’oeuvres and beverages will be served. Attendees are encouraged to bring a business card and participate in drawings for door prizes.

For reservations or more information, call 398-5194 or 242-0375.

ACE pet adoption, charity event

Take home a new friend during the Seaford Rommel’s ACE pet adoption and charity event, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., on June 19 at the Hardware Store, 800 Norman Eskridge Hwy., Rt. 20, Ames Plaza.

Representatives from the Georgetown division of the Sussex County Shelter will bring dogs and cats seeking a home to the Seaford ACE Hardware Pet Adoption Fair.

The organization will also have information on dog training classes, volunteering

and more.

Seaford Rommel’s ACE will be having a 20% off event on that same day where almost everything in the store is 20% off (power tools are 10% off). To celebrate the store’s anniversary Seaford’s ACE will be giving away 100 free 5 gallon buckets for the first 100 customers that day.

Sussex County Realtor awards

The Sussex County Association of Realtors held their annual award luncheon on Friday, June 11, at their complex on Route 9, Georgetown. The event highlights member contributions to the association and the profession of real estate as well as volunteerism in the community.

Three special awards were presented: Realtor of the Year, Good Neighbor Award and Realtor Emeritus.

Andy Staton, agent with Prudential Gallo in Rehoboth Beach was named the 2010 Realtor of the Year.

President Judy Dean presented Good Neighbor Awards to Ruth Sivils and Lauren Alberti.

The association also honors members for 40-plus years of continual membership with the National Association of Realtors.

Individuals receiving this are granted Realtor Emeritus Status. Those reaching this pinnacle include: Lucy Allen with Indian River Land Company, Woody Hunsberger with Cooper Realty, Jewel Leverling with Mann and Sons, and Bill Vernon with Coldwell Banker Resort Realty in Rehoboth Beach.

EXPERIENCE THE JOY OF NOT PAYING TAXES.

ANNIVERSARY - Glam Salon & Spa in Laurel held a one year anniversary celebration and customer appreciation day on June 8. In the back row are Kim Niblett, Rachael Bradley, Rachel Phillips and Shannon Pritchett. Front row, Susan Henry-Jones and Lindsey Elliott.

If you’re in the 25% tax bracket, a tax-free Delaware Solid Waste Authority bond yielding 3.125%* pays as much after-tax income as a taxable bond yielding 4.38%.

Municipal Bond

3.09%* Municipal Bond

Yield to Maturity Final Maturity:

06/01/18

Yield effective 06/15/2010, subject to availability. Yield and market value may fluctuate if sold prior to maturity and the amount you receive from the sale of these securities may be less than, equal to, or more than the amount originally invested. Bond investments are subject to interest rate risk such that when interest rates rise, the prices of bonds can decrease and the investor can lose principal value. Any bond called prior to maturity results in reinvestment risk for the owner of the bond. May be subject to state and local tax. May be subject to alternative minimum tax (AMT). Municipal bonds may have original issue discount.

To invest in tax-free bonds, call or visit your local financial advisor today.

Melinda R Tingle, AAMS® Financial Advisor

John F Rittenhouse Sr, AAMS® Financial Advisor

204 Laureltowne Front St & Delaware Avenue Laurel, DE 19956 302-875-0355

559 N Hall Street Seaford, DE 19973 302-629-6094

PAGe 7

MORNING STAR • JuNe 17 - 23, 2010

MO V I E S

Visit seafordstar.com or laurelstar.com for descriptions of current movie selections

Regal Salisbury Stadium 16 2322 N. Salisbury Blvd., Salisbury, MD, 410-860-1370 SCHEDULE SHOWN IS FOR FRIDAY, 6/18

Jonah Hex . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .PG13 . . . . . . . . . . .12:40, 3:00, 5:30, 8:20, 10:50 Toy Story 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .G . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1:20, 3:55, 6:30, 9:05

The Seaford / Laurel Star is proud to place almost 1000 copies of the Star in our local schools every week. This is made possible by local clubs, organizations and subscribers donations.

THank YOu

The A-Team . . . . . . . . . . . . . .PG13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11:30 am, 1:15, 2:15, 4:00

AARP Seaford Chapter Barbara Hudson Laurel Cora Norwood Selby Laurel

The Karate Kid . . . . . . . . . . . .PG12:00, 1:00, 3:10, 4:10, 6:20, 7:20, 9:25, 10:30

Curiosity Service Foundation, Inc. Seaford

Killers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .PG13 . . . . . . . . . . .12:25, 3:05, 5:40, 8:10, 10:40

First State Fabrication LLC

Toy Story 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .G . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3D 11:15 am, 12:15, 1:50,

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2:50, 4:25, 5:25, 7:00, 8:00, 9:35, 10:35

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5:00, 6:45, 7:50, 9:50, 10:45

Get Him To The Greek . . . . . .R . . . . . . . . . . . 11:40 am, 2:10, 4:55, 7:40, 10:25

Marmaduke . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .PG . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2:40, 5:10, 7:30, 9:45

Splice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .R . . . . . . . . . . . 11:20 am, 2:00 . 4:40, 7:35, 10:15 Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time . . . . . . . . .PG13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12:50, 3:40, 7:05, 10:00 Sex And The City 2 . . . . . . . .R . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11:50 am, 3:20, 6:55, 10:10

Shrek Forever After . . . . . . . .PG . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12:10, 2:30, 4:50, 7:10, 9:30

Iron Man 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .PG13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12:30, 3:30, 6:25, 9:20 DP = Digital Projection OC = Open Captioned & Descriptive Audio Showtimes

The Movies At Midway Rt. 1, Midway Shopping Ctr., Rehoboth Beach, 645-0200 6:10, 7:10, 7:20, 7:05, 6:35, 7:10, 6:50, 7:15, 6:05, 7:00,

6:40 9:30 9:45 9:35 9:20 9:15 9:00 9:40 9:05 9:20

6:30, 6:25, 1:10, 3:35,

9:10 9:05 6:40 9:10

Clayton Theater Dagsboro, Del. 20 732-3744 CURRENT SCHEDULE WAS UNAVAILABLE AS OF PRESS TIME

Golfing Special

9155 Executive Club Drive Delmar, MD 410-896-3000

(Includes Cart!)

Laurel Lions Club Linda L. Olsen Laurel Nanticoke Gastroenterolgy

Laurel

Seaford Laurel

Friends for Lee

Mike Vincent Sussex County Councilman

Laurel

Integra Adm.Group, Inc. Seaford

O’Neal’s Antiques Laurel

Kiwanis Club of Bridgeville

Soil Service Seaford

Kiwanis Club of Seaford Laurel Civic Club

Pizza King Seaford & Laurel Southern Del. Foot & Ankle, Bradley T. Lemon

Seaford

Town of Bridgeville Wal-Mart Seaford

Hang Out With The Paper

Sometimes the truth is even better than fiction.

The newspaper has it all: intrigue, mystery, humor, adventure and more!

If you would like to support Newspapers In Education for the 20102011 School Year, please call the Star office at 302-629-9788 or clip this coupon and mail to Morning Star publications, Attn: Karen Cherrix, PO Box 1000, Seaford, DE 19973

at Wood Creek Golf Links

Only $15 for 18 Holes!

Laurel Lioness Club

Maria Heyssel Seaford

Kiwanis Club of Delmar

www .fandango .com/21804_movietheatershowtimes

SCHEDULE SHOWN IS FOR FRI. 6/18 TO WED. 6/23 Toy Story 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .G . . . . . . . . .3D: 1:05, 1:30, 3:25, 4:15, . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8:30, 9:00 Standard: 2:05, 4:45, Jonah Hex . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .PG13 . . . . . . . . . . . . .1:10, 3:20, 5:15, The A-Team . . . . . . . . . . . . . .PG13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2:00, 4:30, The Karate Kid . . . . . . . . . . . .PG . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1:00, 3:50, Marmaduke . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .PG . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1:15, 3:15, 5:10, Shrek Forever After . . . . . . . .PG . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3D: 1:35, 4:20, Get Him To The Greek . . . . . .R . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1:45, 4:35, Sex And The City 2 . . . . . . . .R . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2:30, Killers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .PG13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1:40, 4:05, Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time . . . . . . . . .PG13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1:20, 4:00, Iron Man 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .PG13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1:00, 3:40, Letters To Juliet . . . . . . . . . . .PG . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Robin Hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . .PG13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Frank Calio

Laurel Historical Society

Your Name __________________________________________________ Address ____________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________ coupon redemption only expires 7/30/10 valid Monday thru Friday

“See you on the first tee”

___________________________________________________________ Phone ________________ Enclosed $_____________

Or donate when you renew or or Subscribe to the Star. (details on renewal notice)

PAGe 8

MORNING STAR • JuNe 17 - 23, 2010

Nichols enjoys scaring people for the right reasons

By James Diehl

T

he newest addition to the five-member Laurel Board of Education has a deep dark secret that comes out in the open every year for a few bone-chilling weeks – the man loves to scare the socks off of little children, and their parents, too, if they dare intervene.

It’s an obsession that has blossomed over the years, and one that the Sussex County native and small business owner takes very seriously. Frightening boys and girls of all ages is what allows Brent Nichols and his fellow Odd Fellows to do good deeds for the greater Laurel community.

“It’s more fun scaring people than it is being scared, but you have to really work at it,” says the former “Noble Grand” of the Laurel Odd Fellows chapter. “It’s a lot of work, but it’s very rewarding and it allows us to generate funds for the community.”

The annual haunted house organized by the Odd Fellows is the organization’s major fundraiser of the year. All money raised on the spine-tingling grounds on Route 24 – conveniently located next to the cemetery – is returned, either directly or indirectly, into the community through a variety of programs and generous giveaways.

But most people never know it – Nichols and the brotherhood of the Odd Fellows are not ones to toot their own horns.

They don’t seek the recognition, nor do they even desire it. They want to help support their community, and the people in it, while quietly going about their business.

“When I first started in odd fellowship, I felt this was for me because I’ve never been good with pats on the back,” says Nichols, a father of two and grandfather of two young boys. “And odd fellowship is not about that. When we help people, we don’t put a sign on it and tell everybody to look at what we did. The community actually knows very little about what we do, and we like it that way.”

Nichols was born and raised in neighboring Delmar and spent four years in the United States Air Force before returning to southern Delaware. In 1980, he founded Nichols & Son, a local septic installation company, and has been in business for himself ever since.

He’s also raised hundreds of thousands of chickens over the years on his farm, just a stone’s throw away from the Laurel

Heroes series

If you know of someone who has dedicated his or her life to service to others, suggest their names for this series.

Contact James Diehl at 302-222-2685 or email Bryant richardson, brichardson@ mspublications.com docks of the Woodland Ferry. He loves Sussex County and, though he traveled extensively in his youth, hopes to never leave again.

“I love Laurel because it’s in Sussex County and any place in Sussex County is great. I’ve been all over the world, but this is a tremendous place to raise your kids,” he says. “It’s almost like a giant family, unlike a city where you’re an individual but you’re not a part of anything. I still feel very safe and comfortable here in Laurel.”

Nichols joined the local Odd Fellows chapter in 2003 and served as its “Noble Grand,” or leader, during parts of 2008 and 2009. During his time at the helm, the organization doubled the size of its downtown meeting hall, an accomplishment the self-made business owner is very proud of.

“We had been trying to get this done for 10 years, but we kept running into situations with the fire marshal and the prints and other things,” he remembers. “It was quite an accomplishment getting this building done and I’m very proud of that.”

Through the years, the Odd Fellows has hosted Santa Claus, sold thousands of oyster sandwiches, donated eye testing machines to local schools, loaned out medical equipment for home use and performed hundreds of other good deeds in and around Laurel.

They do it quietly and behind the scenes, craving more the feelings of good will than any recognition or accolades.

“I like it because it makes me feel good,” admits Nichols, who earlier this year also became the newest elected member of the Laurel Board of Education. “I remember [this one lady] who’s husband had cancer. We got them a hospital bed and, if not for that bed, he would have had to go to a nursing home. It really makes you feel good when someone like that comes up to you later and says that if it wasn’t for Odd Fellows, she wouldn’t have

Brent Nichols recently served as the “Noble Grand” of Laurel’s Odd Fellows chapter and is also the newest member of the Laurel Board of Education. He has owned and operated his own septic installation business since 1980.

had that time with her husband.

“That’s what makes it worth doing, what makes it worth being a part of.”

Odd Fellows is a big part of Nichols’ life these days, but it’s far from the only part. He’s an increasingly busy man, which begs the question – why exactly does a former leader of the Odd Fellows who runs his own septic business and spends hours a week raising chickens find the need to run for a seat on the local school board? Especially since he has no children, or even grandchildren, in the district’s schools.

Well, he refers to his favorite passage from Plato when asked that question – “One of the penalties for refusing to participate in politics is that you end up being governed by your inferiors.”

“I didn’t like the way the school district was going, especially with all the problems they’ve been having,” he says. “So I thought I would run and, if I lost, at least I could say that I tried. But I won, so my ob-

jective now is to do everything that I can to get the community more involved in our schools. I think the people will engage and become involved if you show them how and you encourage them.”

One idea Nichols hopes to push almost immediately upon taking office next month is the concept of school uniforms for the Laurel School District, or at least a strict dress code.

He feels such a plan would result in a spike in school spirit and provide a better learning environment in Laurel’s public school system.

“I used to belong to an organization where my uniform said ‘Nichols’ on one side and ‘United States Air Force’ on the other side,” says Nichols. “If you and I were both in the Air Force and you were doing something that would look bad for it, well I was a part of that organization and I wasn’t too proud of you for messing Continued to page nine

ATTN: REALTORS: dnb public relations Announces

Special Packages for members of the Sussex County Assoc. of REALTORS Go To:

302-856-7773

Clifford D. Short, Independent Agent

606 E. Market St. • Georgetown, DE 19947 SINCE 1983

CLIFFORD SHOR T

INSURANCE

dnbpublicrelations.com for More Details and Information!

MORNING STAR • JuNe 17 - 23, 2010

PAGe 9

Coalition in Delaware pushing climate and energy legislation

First place Senior Art Exhibit Award winners (front row; from left) Bev Bellow, Sue Eberhart, Barbara Faber, Diane Lord-Smith, Fred Johnson, Joyce Flora, Sarah Gallagher, Darla Hinton, and Robert Culver stand with Jymayce Wescott, Sussex County constituent services director for the office of U.S. Sen. Tom Carper.

Senior art exhibit winners named The 20th annual Statewide Senior Art Exhibit ended on June 4, with a luncheon and awards ceremony at Delaware Technical & Community College, Owens Campus.

The event, sponsored by the college’s Adult Plus+ program and the Delaware Association of Programs for the Aging, features artwork in various mediums by local artists age 55 and up.

Jymayce Wescott, Sussex County constituent services director for the office of U.S. Sen. Tom Carper and a graduate of Delaware Tech, presented the awards.

Entertainment was provided by juggler Don Fisher, Adult Plus+ Exploritas instructor; Berry Eli, Adult Plus+ member, on the keyboard; and Mary Rehak, who

drew portraits.

The following area seniors won awards: Best in Show – Sara Gallagher, Greenwood – “Visitors to the Sea” Other – 1st place: Fred Johnson, Laurel – “Metal Mask #2;” 2nd place: Ruth Anne Griffith, Seaford – “Pine Cone” Pencil – 2nd place: Richard Sparenberg, Seaford – “Erica” Watercolor – 1st place: Sara Gallagher, Greenwood – “Visitors to the Sea” and Honorable Mention: “Magnolias & Hydrangeas” Woodcarving – 1st place: Robert Culver, Greenwood – “Walking Cane” Honorable Mention: Fred Johnson, Laurel – “Oak Trinket”

Continued from page eight

er, one school at a time.

“I just want everybody to want the same things that I want, and that’s a good education for our kids,” he says. “I love my kids more than life itself and I believe that other people feel the same way. They just need a way to engage, and my objective is to find and give them that way. In most small towns, the community revolves around the schools, and that’s what I’d like for Laurel.”

Nichols hopes to motivate children up. Having uniforms here would build the same type of spirit and I’m going to start pushing that idea right away.”

Another problem he hopes to tackle involves keeping more of the district’s best and brightest students in town, instead of watching them leave for perceived greener pastures at Sussex Technical High School.

Sussex Tech has hurt many of the county’s school districts, he maintains, and he hopes to see that curtailed in the months and years ahead.

“Tech is getting the best of the best, and what happens when you pull out the best students is that our test scores go down at the end of the year,” Nichols says.

“We need to keep those kids here; to do that, we have to get the people behind our schools and supporting our schools.”

Wherever the rest of his career and his life take him, Nichols says he’s comfortable in the role he’s found with the Odd Fellows and hopes to make as big a difference as possible moving forward for the children of the Laurel public school system.

For years, he’s followed the Odd Fellows credo of “visit the sick, bury the dead, take care of the widows and orphans.” Now he hopes to also “take care” of Laurel’s future, one student, one teach-

Dutch country Market

11233 Trussum Pond Rd.

875-1678

302

(Beside Johnny Janosiks)

Hrs: Thurs. - Fri. 9-6, Sat. 9-5

Pennsylvania Dutch FooDs

RotisseRie BBQ (HealtHy CHoiCe) FResH Meats - Deli salaDs - Bulk FooDs - CanDy JaMs BakeD GooDs inCluDinG suGaR FRee Pies

Fathe r ’s Day Olive Loaf Spe cials Horseradish Cheddar June 17-18-19 Rotini Pasta

2 lb 3 lb $ 49 .................................................... 1 lb

...........................................................

Come and See, Feel and Smell The Quality!

DUTCH COUNTRY HEIRLOOM FURNITURE Located Next to Dutch Country Market

....................

$ 89 $ 29

Free Delivery & Set Up of our Play Sets up to 25 mi.

Perennials for Sale $2.50 & Up

Come See Our New FurNiture FOr yOur POrCh, PatiO Or yard ViNyL & WOOd

dutchcountryfurniture.com

A coalition of Delaware’s environmental organizations including the Delaware Nature Society, Delaware Chapter of The Nature Conservancy, Coalition for Climate Change Study and Action, Delaware Chapter of the Sierra Club, Delaware Center for Horticulture and Citizens for Clean Power are joining conservation organizations across the country to encourage the U.S. Senate to act on comprehensive climate and energy legislation this year.

The House of Representatives passed a comprehensive climate and energy bill that reduces U.S. dependence on oil and other fossil fuels last June. The Senate is scheduled to meet in mid-June to discuss its version of the bill, which could be voted on before the August recess.

“The United States is the second leading contributor of greenhouse gas emissions - the number one culprit of global climate change,” notes Jen Mihills, associate director for natural resources conservation for the Delaware Nature Society.

Wildlife species and important natural areas will be impacted by increasing pressure from exotic invasive species, disease and shifts in habitat.

“The first law of ecology is that everything is connected to everything else.

Changes in our climate will have far reaching and dramatic effects on all life on the planet,” says Mihills. “We need legislation this year that not only transitions us to cleaner, more renewable sources of energy but also includes dedicated funding

to safeguard wildlife from the effects of climate change.”

Some states, including Delaware, have taken individual action such as implementing a renewable energy portfolio standard.

Delaware also participates in the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative with neighboring Northeast and Mid-Atlantic states.

But Mihills, Manus and other state environmental leaders believe a comprehensive national standard must be developed that strengthens our economy, conserves our natural resources, combats climate change and enhances our national security.

To learn more about the Delaware Nature Society’s position contact Mihills at 302-239-2334, ext. 102 or email her at jen@delawarenaturesociety.org.

Webb Farm Road closed

The Department of Transportation (DelDOT) announces the closure of Webb Farm Road between Century Farm Road and Staytonville Road near Greenwood for the replacement of a crossroad pipe. The road should reopen by 3 p.m. on Friday, June 25, weather permitting.

Traffic will be detoured as follows: Northbound: Webb Farm Road to Century Farm Road onto Blacksmith Shop Road to Staytonville Road and back to Webb Farm Road Southbound: Webb Farm Road to Staytonville Road onto Blacksmith Shop Road to Century Farm Road and back to Webb Farm Road

L au r e l Am e r i c anL e g i o nPo s t #1 9 pr e s e n t s

Y o u t hF i s h i n gT o u r n am e n t S at u r d ay,J u n e26 th Re g i s t e rat A & KT ac k l e Fishing Areas: Records Pond & Broadcreek to the R/R Bridge PRIZES AWARDED 4 to 7 years 8 to 11 years 12 to 15 years

Any child under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.

NO ENTRY FEE CATCH AND RELEASE

T OU R NA MENT H OU R S8 am - 1 2 pm NoT ac k l eP r o v i d e d American Legion and A&K Tackle are not responsible for any accidents.

PAGe 10

MORNING STAR • JuNe 17 - 23, 2010

Police Journal Charged with copper thefts

Delaware State Police have arrested two men, Brian M. Williams, 29, of Gaithersburg, Md. and Todd D. Taylor, 33, of Laurel, Md., in connection to copper theft from a vacant warehouse located at Cannon Street, two miles south of Bridgeville.

Troopers arrested Williams on Saturday, June 5, after state police received a call about a suspicious person. When troopers arrived, Williams was located inside the vacant warehouse. Taylor was on the property but eluded capture in the large building.

The two men allegedly entered the warehouse over a five day period (June 1-5) and damaged electrical and air conditioning equipment to remove copper wire and tubing. The men stole approximately $2,000 of copper but caused over $70,000 worth of damage while committing the thefts.

Taylor turned himself into troopers at Troop 4 in Georgetown on Monday, June 7. Both men were charged with five counts of third degree burglary, five counts of possession of burglary tools, eight counts of criminal mischief and second degree conspiracy.

Williams was committed to the Department of Correction in default of $18,500 bail. Taylor was released on $21,000 bail.

Pizza delivery man robbed

Delaware State Police are investigating a robbery involving a pizza delivery man in Harrington near Cloverfield Road.

At approximately 1:30 p.m. on Tuesday, June 8, a pizza delivery man was making a delivery to an address located in the unit block of Argos Choice Road, when he discovered the house to be vacant. He phoned the recipient of the pizza in order to get a better location and was informed to bring it into the unoccupied home. When he knocked on the door, he was confronted by two suspects clothed in Halloween attire. One of the suspects was displaying a shotgun. The victim was ordered to the ground while one of the suspects removed his money. The suspects then tied the 49-year-old male victim up with coax cable and fled the vacant house through a rear door. The victim was able to free himself and drive back to his place of business and report the incident to state police.

The suspects are described as two black males that were not wearing any gloves, standing 6’ to 6’1” and average build.

Anyone with information is asked to contact state police at Troop 3 at 6974454. Callers may remain anonymous.

Tips may also be forwarded to law enforcement through tip lines maintained by Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP3333 or online at www.tipsubmit.com.

Man injured in domestic dispute

On June 13 at 10:50 a.m., Seaford Police responded to a residence in the 200 block of Arch Street, Seaford, for a domestic complaint.

Officers arrived and found the victim, a 22-year-old male from Seaford, with two stab wounds to his upper torso. The victim advised that he and the defendant, Erika Rodriguez-Mercado, 21, of Seaford, who are in a relationship, were involved in a verbal argument when she retrieved a knife and stabbed him twice. The victim was transported to Nanticoke Hospital by Seaford Fire Department Ambulance personnel where he was treated and later released for his injuries.

Rodriguez-Mercado was located in the yard of a neighboring residence where she struggled briefly with officers before being taken into custody. She was transported to the Seaford Police Department and charged with first degree assault, possession of a deadly weapon during the commission of a felony, resisting arrest and offensive touching of a law enforcement officer. She was arraigned before Justice of the Peace Court #3 in Georgetown.

Rodriguez-Mercado was committed to the Department of Corrections on $23,000 secured bond, pending a preliminary hearing in the Court of Common Pleas.

Fatal car crash

Delaware State Police are investigating a crash that claimed the life of a Georgetown woman on Monday, June 14.

The crash happened just before 6 p.m. when Kathleen A. Myers, 55, was traveling eastbound on Sandhill Road (CR319), in her 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe, approaching the intersection of Harbeson Road (SR5), in Milton. The intersection is controlled with a posted stop sign.

Myers failed to stop at the intersection and proceeded to cross the entire roadway

Pick Up A Happy TIME F a t h e r s SUMMER Fun Bunch ! y a D JOHN’S FOUR ONLY SEASON’S

Flowers & Gifts

Stein Hwy. at Reliance, 302 John Beauchamp 629-2644

500

at full speed and enter a private driveway on the opposite side. The left front of the Sante Fe struck a concrete retaining wall causing it to overturn. As the vehicle overturned, Myers was partially ejected. The Sante Fe then struck the front of a two-car garage, coming to rest partially inside the garage on its roof. Two vehicles parked inside the garage suffered extensive damage.

Myers died at the scene due to massive head trauma. She was not wearing her seatbelt at the time of the crash.

Before the crash, Sussex County Emergency Operation Center received a “911” call about erratic driving. The investigating is ongoing.

erupted over the ownership of the feline.

It has been alleged that Dakota Hall got an aluminum baseball bat and struck the 21-year-old male in the head.

The bat was discarded into a nearby wooded area and later recovered by troopers.

Dakota Hall was arrested and formally charged with the following: first degree assault (felony), third degree assault (misdemeanor), possession of a deadly weapon during the commission of a felony (felony) and possession of a deadly weapon by a person prohibited (felony). He was committed to the James T. Vaughn Correctional Facility in lieu of $21,500 secured bond.

Dispute results in injuries

Victim shot during argument

On Sunday, June 13 at 3:30 a.m., a 22-year-old male responded to Troop 3 to report an assault. He advised he was at a party at a residence along the 1600 block of Upper King Road in Felton and a dispute occurred at about 3:30 a.m. that resulted in Dakota Hall, 19, of Felton, striking him in the face causing an eye injury.

Detectives also learned that a second victim, a 21-year-old male was currently at Kent General Hospital with a life threatening head injury (a fractured skull).

Investigators determined that there were multiple subjects at the party. At one point, it was alleged that the suspect, Dakota Hall, was in possession of a kitten, which belonged to a nearby resident. A dispute

Gas Lines

Gas prices have dropped 23 cents (8%) since reaching a 2010 high of $2.93 a gallon on May 6 to $2.70 a gallon Friday The $2.70 a gallon mark is also the 2009 high price for gasoline, which illustrates that as prices drop they continue to close the gap on year-ago prices. Gas prices are merely 7 cents higher than last year at this time, but still $1.41 less than the record of $4.11 set in July 2008.

Crude Oil Prices Crude oil continued to trade in the $70 to $74 range for most of the week, before breaking through the $75 a barrel mark on Thursday for the first time since June 4, the second weekly gain in six weeks. Support for higher crude oil prices stemmed from investor confidence in China’s growth, a drop in U.S.

754-5835

jobless claims, the dollar’s weakness against the euro, and the International Energy Agency’s (IEA) raised global demand forecast for 2010 (citing increases in fuel use by the world’s top two oil users – the United States and China). Crude oil closed the week at $73.78.

A look ahead “While all eyes continue to monitor the oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico, gas and crude oil prices should remain unaffected in the short term,” said Jana L. Tidwell, acting manager of Public and Government Affairs for AAA MidAtlantic.

Local pricing On Tuesday gas stations from Delmar to Greenwood were selling regular gasoline in a range from $2.579 to $2.699 a gallon. The high is two cents a gallon lower than a week ago, the low is six cents less.

Regular Unleaded Gasoline & Crude Oil prices National

Delaware

$

410

On June 13 at 1 a.m., Laurel Police responded to the Tavern by the Marina on West 6th Street in Laurel for a reported shooting.

Officers learned that the victim, a 26-year-old male, had possibly gotten into a verbal argument with the suspect outside the bar and was shot one time in the leg by the suspect.

The victim, who had already been transported to the hospital by a family member by the time officers arrived, is listed in stable but critical condition.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Laurel Police Department at 875-2244 or Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333 or www.tipsubmit.com.

Oil Barrel

6/13/10

Week Ago

Year Ago

$2.70

$2.73

$2.65

$2.66

$2.70

$2.54

6/11/10

Week Ago

Year Ago

$73.78

$71.51

$71.00

MORNING STAR • JuNe 17 - 23, 2010

PAGe 11

Legislation is in reaction to Dr. Earl Bradley case Attorney General Beau Biden’s office, Governor Jack Markell and a bipartisan coalition of legislators detailed the bills that were recently filed to strengthen patient protections and improve oversight of the medical profession in response to the Earl Bradley case.

The bills reflect recommendations made by separate reviews the Attorney General and Governor ordered after Bradley was arrested on charges that he allegedly molested over 100 young patients at his Lewes pediatric office. Both reports found multiple instances of systemic failure and made clear that the laws and procedures in this area were broken and in need of significant reform to better protect patients.

Specifically, legislative response to the Bradley case includes seven bills: • Increase scrutiny Delaware

Civil War medicine topic of Historical Society dinner

The annual dinner meeting of the Laurel Historical Society membership will be held at 6 p.m. on Saturday, June 19, at the Laurel Georgia House and will feature a program on nursing and medical treatments during the Civil War era.

Dr. William Campbell of Laurel, professor of nursing at Salisbury University, will talk about the types of treatment available during the war for the wounded and sick, with a special emphasis on Fort Delaware and the local Laurel people who are recorded as having been at the fort during this time period.

Dr. Campbell will be dressed as a Civil War officer and will be bringing a large display of period medical artifacts.

While this is a membership dinner for the society, interested members of the public may attend by making a pre-paid reservation before June 12. Reservations are $20 per person and may be mailed to the Laurel Historical Society, P.O. Box 102, Laurel, DE 19956. Telephone reservations will be accepted but will not be confirmed until payment has been received. For more information, call 875-7665.

physicians receive from the Board of Medical Practice while renewing their medical licenses.

Legislation mandates physicians disclose to the Board if they have been convicted of crime substantially related to their practice, if they have been penalized or convicted of a drug offense, if they have had a license revoked or suspended in another state and if they have been disciplined by a hospital. Doctors seeking to continue practicing in Delaware would also have to submit fingerprints and other identifying information necessary for the Board to conduct a criminal background check.

• Boosts penalties for health care professionals who fail to live up to their legal responsibilities to report suspicious behavior by doctors that could harm patients.

The new fines would be a maximum of $10,000 for a first violation and as much as $50,000 for repeat offenders.

• Require additional child abuse-prevention training for medical professionals, law enforcement officers and prosecutors, as well as additional instruction on their legal obligations to report suspicions of abuse.

• Require a physician or physician’s assistant treating a person 15 years of age or younger to have another adult in the room when that child is disrobed, partially disrobed or otherwise undergoing certain physical examinations. That additional adult may be either a family member or other caretaker, or an adult staff member or colleague of the licensee.

• Toughen penalties for individuals who abuse a child and are in a position of trust or authority over the victim.

• Enhance the Board of Medical Practice’s authority to crack down on unprofessional conduct and enhance the Board’s ability to work with law enforcement to protect public safety. To help the Board better police physician conduct, hospitals must report any disciplinary action against

DSWA is GREEN! Here is one of the ways...

Household Hazardous Waste Material

For more information please call

During fiscal year 2009 The Delaware Solid Waste Authority collected 80 tons of household hazardous waste material. These events are scheduled for Delaware residents to bring household hazardous waste items such as household cleaners, garden pesticides, oil-based paints, nail polish, fluorescent bulbs, or antifreeze. Visit www.dswa.com to check out our 2010 household hazardous waste event schedule.

1-800-404-7080 Are you GREEN? or visit www.dswa.com

doctors and requires doctors to with the Medical Society’s Phynot alert authorities to $10,000. notify the Board when they are sicians Health Committee, with • Add two representatives the subject of a criminal or civil which the Board had previously of the public to the Board of investigation. If the Board is noti- contracted to handle some of its Medical Practice as well as the fied of potentially criminal misinvestigatory responsibilities. The director of the Division of Public conduct by a doctor, the Board bill also gives law enforcement Health. The bill also renames must notify law enforcement. officials access to additional inthe Board, the Board of Medical The legislation also requires the formation about physicians under Licensure and Discipline to better Board to open its meetings to the investigation. conform its name to its duties. public, accept complaints orally • Double the maximum fine The bills are filed with broad in addition to in writing and end for individuals with knowledge bipartisan support from each of 6”wdo X 10”H the four caucuses. the controversial relationship 10CSDB_06ADV_6x10_0429 of suspected child abuse but

Accelerate your savings with June’s CD rates!

2.25

%

APY1

3-Year CD2 As of 5/25/10

2.95

%

APY1

5-Year CD2 As of 5/25/10

For friendly, hometown service, call or stop in today.

Open an account in just minutes, and make more money in June.

1-302-349-4512 • Toll free: 1-888-765-6654 502 E Market St, Greenwood, DE 19950 MyDiscoverBank.com Banking Hours

Lobby

Drive Thru

Monday–Friday Saturday

9:00am–6:00pm 8:30am–1:00pm

8:30am–6:00pm 8:30am–1:00pm

On1Annual OctoberPercentage 3, 2008, FDIC Yielddeposit (APY). This offer applies to personal accounts only. CD rate based on a $1,000 minimum balance and insurance from appliestemporarily to a 3-yearincreased and 5-year term. A penalty may be charged for early CD withdrawal. Fees could reduce earnings on the account. $100,000 to $250,000 perasdepositor Advertised rate is valid of 5/25/10 and subject to change daily without notice. through December 31, 2009.

2 On 10/3/08, FDIC deposit insurance temporarily increased from $100,000 to $250,000 per depositor, per deposit category,

through 12/31/13. ©2010 Discover Bank, Member FDIC

MRNGSTR_00429

PAGe 12

MORNING STAR • JuNe 17 - 23, 2010

Girl, 7, saves her grandmother’s life The following article was submitted by Pat Jones of Seaford. The young hero, her mother and grandmother are former residents of Seaford. The mother serves in the military.

On May 12, 2010, Carol Greene gave her granddaughter, Kenda Sheppard, the title of “Super Hero.” It was on this day that Kenda literally saved her grandmother’s life.

Her grandmother was caring for her in Riverview, FL while her mother was attending training classes for her job in Frederick, MD. That morning Kenda tried to awaken her grandmother to no avail.

“I could hear her and I could see her, but I could not make a sound, nor could I move,” said Mrs. Greene Kenda was frantic, but she consistently was yelling to her and telling her to “wake up because she was going to be late for school.”

“When she asked me to say her name, I remember replying in a guttural tone,” Mrs. Greene said.

She said, “Mom-Mom, I’m calling 911.” I heard her talking to the 911 operator, telling her that “she was 7 years old, her mother was training in Maryland, and her grandmother was “creeping her out” because she was talking funny. She gave her the subdivision, the street address, and then told them how to get to her house.

“When I was finally able to get my thoughts together, I asked her to help me

to sit up on the bed. Of course I did not know that I had no use in my legs. When I tried to sit, I rolled off the bed and hit my head on the corner of the nightstand,” Mrs. Greene said.

“I thought I was going to pass out, but I remained conscious. Kenda helped to stand me up and we went downstairs to disarm the alarm system. By then, four paramedics were there and Kenda let them in through the garage door.

“After asking questions, the paramedics took my blood sugar reading and it was at a low 43. They immediately began to give me orange juice and a thick peanut butter and jelly sandwich and my sugar count began to elevate.

The sheriff and one of his deputies arrived, and they all stayed until my sugar level was “safe.” The sheriff offered to take my granddaughter to school.

At first, she hesitated. I told her she would be riding in the “police car” and she then went upstairs and prepared herself for school. The sheriff told me that he wanted to take her to school so that he could relate to her class what she had done.

One of the paramedics asked Kenda her age and when she told them she was seven years old, he said, “Kenda, you saved your grandmother’s life.”

“Then Kenda looked at me and said, ‘Mom-Mom, the Holy Spirit led me to call 911!’ This is an experience that I will never forget, and I thank God that Kenda had been trained to know what to do in case of an emergency.”

Kiwanis Golf Tournament this Friday at Sussex Pines

Kendra Sheppard displays an award she received for saving her grandmother’s life.

Kenda is a third grade student at Progress Village Christian School in Tampa, FL where she and her mother also attend church. Kenda is an honor student and is a member of the Youth Choir and the Creative Dance Team.

The Home Of Your Dreams …

The Seaford Kiwanis Club will hold its 24th Annual Foundation Golf Tournament on Friday, June 18, at the Sussex Pines Country Club in Georgetown.

Proceeds benefit the Club’s Foundation endowment, which provides scholarships for deserving senior students each year.

Any business wishing to sponsor a special event or donate a door prize is encouraged to participate.

The $75 entry fee per player includes a buffet lunch, golf cart, hospitality cart, and an awards party. Everyone will receive a bag of goodies and one of the numerous door prizes.

Awards up to $400 of merchandise, certificates for closest to the pin and straightest drive, plus a new car and other prizes for a “Hole-in-One” will be available to all golfers.

The tourney is limited to the first 96 entrants. For more information, call Ralph Palmer at 629-7054.

FOR SALE BY OWNER

Master Bedroom with Closet Maid Built-In large Walk-In Closet

Spacious No-maintenance Composite Deck with Vinyl railings, & 3 Acres of Yard, safely set back from road

It’s Bigger Than It Looks!

26816 Bethel Concord Rd., Seaford, DE 19973

Not enough space to mention… Ventless Gas fireplaces, Cathedral Ceilings, Gorgeous Kitchen Cabinets, wood laminate floors in kitchen and hallways, huge paved patio and walkway, and so much more.

Oversized Family Room (24’ X 24’)

Living Room with Kitchen

 Over 3,000 square feet of perfectly laid out space  Five Bedrooms plus study with Four Full Baths  Two Car Garage with Oversized high efficiency garage doors  Generous Master Suite with Jacuzzi Tub  Beautiful Great Room with overlooking Kitchen  Separate Mechanics Shed  Full Size Playhouse and 27’ Above Ground Pool  Dual Zone Air Conditioned and Heated  High Efficiency Polaris Heating & Water System  Oversized Septic for Large Families

Information? 302-629-6987 or pastortodd@md.metrocast.net Asking Price $350,000.

MORNING STAR • JuNe 17 - 23, 2010

PAGe 13

From left: Robert Remo III, Delmar Police Chief Hal Saylor and state fire marshal Randy Lee run the first mile of the 33-mile Western Sussex leg of the annual Torch Run to benefit Special Olympics. Remo is the son of Delmar Police Department Lt. Robert Remo Jr. Last year’s Torch Run raised nearly $260,000 for Special Olympics, which held its Summer Games in Newark on Friday and Saturday. Lee, of Laurel, is coordinator of the Western Sussex leg.

Law enforcement agencies carry the torch for 24 years

By Lynn R. Parks For the 24th year, members of law enforcement agencies throughout Delaware carried the lighted Flame of Hope from the southern edges of the state to the University of Delaware’s athletic complex in Newark and the opening ceremonies for the state’s Special Olympic 40th annual Summer Games.

More than 400 law enforcement personnel participated in the 161-mile Torch Run, which last year raised nearly $260,000 for Special Olympics.

Fire marshal Randall Lee of Laurel was coordinator for the western Sussex leg of the run, which went from Delmar to Harrington. Legs also went from Rehoboth Beach to Milford and from Georgetown to Milford; those legs combined into one, which went from Milford to Harrington and met up with the western Sussex leg.

The torch was carried to Dover for a ceremony at Legislative Hall, and then on to Troop 6 in Odessa, where the run ended for the night. The next morning, runners

Belle Ayre

The Newest, Affordable Single-Family Living in Seaford, DE

carried the torch to Wilmington then on to Newark. The Summer Games’ opening ceremony was held at 6 p.m. Friday.

The competitions were held Friday and Saturday.

In addition to coordinating the 33-mile western Sussex leg of the Torch Run, Lee ran the first mile of the leg, along with Delmar Police Chief Hal Saylor and Robert Remo III, whose father, Robert Remo Jr., is a lieutenant with the Delmar Police Department.

This was the 15th year that Lee, who is also a member of the Laurel Town Council, has participated in the Torch Run. He has also participated in medal presentations to athletes at the Summer Games and at other Special Olympic competitions held throughout the year.

“All you have to do is go to the games and watch the participants, and you will want to do all that you can to make sure that the games continue and the Olympians can do what they like to do,” Lee said.

“I want to continue to do this as long as they will let me run.”

THE DUPONT

Cooper Realty Associates is proud to introduce the community of Belle Ayre with three affordable, newly constructed homes starting at $159,900. Design yourself with color, flooring, kitchen selections, lighting and more. The DuPont Model will be available by August 15. Features include, 1,220 sq. ft. of living space, vaulted ceilings, Master BR with Super Bath, walk-in-closet, 2 car garage with storage above, landscaped & seeded yards and much more. Come be a part of Seaford’s newest affordable community! $159,900 (MLS#578477)

Cooper Realty Associates

615 Stein Hwy., Seaford, DE

FOR ACCESS TO THE AREA’S BEST ORTHOPAEDIC PHYSICIANS,

CHOOSE NANTICOKE. We’re making sure you have access to the care you need, around the clock. Our team of specialists in emergency orthopaedics provides 24/7 coverage in our emergency room. And, together with Peninsula Orthopaedic Associates, our experienced surgeons, nurses and rehabilitation therapists can handle all of your orthopaedic needs—whether emergency or elective, from surgery to rehabilitation—right here. So you can trust us to offer the advanced medical expertise you need with the warm, friendly care you expect.

629-6693

www.cooperealty.com cooper@cooperealty.com

THE NANTICOKE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL

nanticoke.org

Always Caring. Always Here.

801 Middleford Road, Seaford, DE 19973 • 302-629-6611 • 1-877-NHS4DOCS

MORNING STAR • JUNE 17 - 23, 2010

PAGE 14

Community Bulletin Board Eat at IHOP to help the library

Enjoy a meal any time at the IHOP restaurant in Seaford and support the Greenwood Library. Simply fill out a comment card after eating and give it to the cashier as you pay.

You will be given a special receipt which you then take to the Greenwood Library on your next visit.

Flapjack Fundraiser Breakfast

Trap Pond Partners is hosting an all you can eat “Flapjack Fundraiser Breakfast” at Applebee’s in Seaford, on Saturday, June 19, from 8 to 10 a.m. Cost is $6.50 per person and $5 for kids under 10. Come out and support your local park, Trap Pond State Park.

Raffle benefits SPCA

The Georgetown Shelter - Delaware SPCA is holding a special “Bethany Beach Getaway” raffle to raise money for the shelter and its homeless pets.

The package, valued at over $950, includes a two night stay at the Addy Sea Bed & Breakfast; gift certificates to Studio 26 Salon & Spa, DiFebo’s Restaurant, Bethany Blues Restaurant, Harpoon Hanna’s Restaurant, The Cafe on 26 Bistro, and The Pottery Place; two prints from Carolina Street; and an ocean kayaking adventure.

The Delaware SPCA is a private nonprofit organization that does not receive state or county funding and is not a state run facility.

The services provided by the Delaware SPCA are only possible with the charitable support of the community.

Tickets for the raffle are $10 each and the drawing will take place on Oct. 10. For more information, or to purchase raffle tickets, call 541-4478.

Bless the Bradford’s music benefit

A Gospel Music Benefit is being held on Saturday, June 19, at Laurel Wesleyan Church, 30186 Seaford Rd (Alt. 13), just north of Laurel, Del. Admission is free. A love offering for the Bradford Family will be taken. This is the Laurel family who lost their home in an explosion last month.

The event is being sponsored by Joe Dawson Music Ministry and Laurel Wes-

Home Ownership is an Investment in Your Future

Work

With a

leyan Church.

Featured singers will include The Lights of Home, Vill Primrose, Amy Holloway Stark, Rev. Ken Deusa, Pastor Ben Sorrells and Joe Dawson.

For more information, call the church office 875-5380 or visit www.helpthebradfordfamily.com or www.laurelwesleyan.org.

Nanticoke Riverfest is July 8-10

The 16th annual Nanticoke Riverfest, designed to showcase the Nanticoke River and downtown Seaford, will take place Thursday and Friday, July 8-9, starting at 5 p.m. and all day Saturday, July 10, in the area in and around downtown Seaford. This year’s theme “Sweet 16,” celebrates the longevity of the festival and adds a 1950’s flare.

The festival will kick off on Thursday, July 8 with the carnival, opening ceremonies and music in and around Gateway Park.

Friday night will feature the popular Little and Junior Miss Riverfest Pageant and entertainment by the Funsters.

On Saturday, the Nanticoke Riverfest will feature the annual float-in, canoe and kayak races and duck dash and shopping, entertainment and giveaways for the casual visitor.

Riverfest is partnering with the Seaford Historical Society and Southern Delaware Tourism to showcase the Captain John Smith Chesapeake National Historic Trail, America’s first national water trail.

For more information about Riverfest, visit www.nanticokeriverfest.com or call 629-9173.

SHS 20 year reunion

realtor

who can explain the best fit for your situation.

WOW, nothing to do but move in! This home is in excellent condition,& a great location: Shiloh Drive, Laurel. 3BR 2 BA rancher offers great kitchen with stainless steel appliances, Lg. Yard w/above ground pool, & black top drive. $174,900 Mls# 578756 Call Teresa Rogers today (302) 855-0500.

Visit our website and see this home on virtual tour. www.wilgusassociates.com

Seaford High School Class of 1990 will hold their 20 year reunion on Saturday, Oct. 9, from 5 to 10 p.m., in the Ball Room at Heritage Shores Club House in Bridgeville.

If your check is received before June 29, the cost is $35 per person. Checks must be mailed to: Sandy Whitten Stinson, 31521 Miller Road, Cordova, MD 21625.

Checks should be made payable to: SHS Class of 1990. After June 29, the cost is $45 per person.

This fee is non-refundable.

For more information, visit the Facebook page, “Seaford Senior High Class of 1990.”

Historical Society summer events REAL ESTATE • RENTALS • INSURANCE • PROPERTY MANAGEMENT BETHANY BEACH 32904 S. Coastal Hwy. 302-539-7511 1-800-441-8118

210 West Market St., Georgetown, DE

302-855-0500 • 1-888-421-6521

LEWES 1520 Savannah Rd. 302-645-9215 1-800-421-6521

The Seaford Historical Society will hold the following summer activities.

Annual Summer Picnic - Sunday, June 27, 6 p.m., Banquet Hall at the VFW, Middleford Road, Seaford. Cost is $6

per person. Bring one covered dish per family, vegetable, salad or dessert. Fried chicken, tea, coffee, rolls, butter will be provided.

Reservations are required by June 20, by calling the Seaford Museum at 6299828 Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. or Thursday through Sunday, 1 to 4 p.m.

Bus Trip to Fort Delaware, Pea Patch Island, New Castle County - Wednesday, July 14, leaving Sears parking lot, Seaford, at 7:30 a.m. Cost is $50 per person, which includes transportation, admission to the Fort and a picnic lunch on the Island. This will include a private tour and a Civil War prison re-enactment. Bus will return to Seaford by 4:30 p.m.

Reservations are required by Wednesday, June 23, by calling the Seaford Museum at 629-9828.

Seaford Library

• Sign-up for the Teen Summer Reading Program, “Make Waves @ Your Library.” Read for prizes and attend programs! For more information, call 6292524 or visit www.seaford.lib.de.us.

• Dive in and explore the world of water with this year’s Children’s Summer Reading Program, “Make a Splash @ Your Library.” Sign up at the Seaford Library. For more information, call 6292524 or visit www.seaford.lib.de.us.

• The Teen Summer Reading Program will have a “Movie Night” on Saturday, June 24, at 4 p.m. For more information, call 629-2524 or visit www.seaford.lib. de.us.

• The Children’s Summer Reading Program will have “Movie Monday” on June 28 at 1 p.m. This movie is rated G. For more information, call 629-2524 or visit www.seaford.lib.de.us.

• On June 29, come and see Magic Pots and Recycled Bottles” with Kathleen Jacobs as part of the children’s summer reading program. Watch as Kathleen uses pots and bottles to tell three zany tales about the importance of recycling and much more. This program is presented by the Delaware Division of Arts. For more information, call 629-2524 or visit www. seaford.lib.de.us.

• The Children’s Summer Reading Program will have “Wonders of Water Science Day” featuring your children’s librarian on June 30, at 1:30 p.m. Ever wonder why some objects sink and others float, or what the shape of a raindrop looks like? Come and do some experimenting at your library to find the answers. For more information, call 6292524 or visit www.seaford.lib.de.us.

• The Teen Summer Reading Program will host “Teen Talk-relationship Toolbox” with Michael Forestieri on Thursday, July 1, at 5 p.m. For more information, call 629-2524 or visit www.seaford. lib.de.us.

• The Children’s Summer Reading Program will have “Movie Monday” on July 5, at 1 p.m. This movie is rated PG. For more information, call 629-2524 or visit www.seaford.lib.de.us.

PAGE 15

MORNING STAR • JUNE 17 - 23, 2010 • The “Science and Religion” book discussion will meet at the Seaford Library and Cultural Center on Monday, July 5, at 6 p.m. For more information, call Rose Harrison at 629-2524 or visit www.seaford.lib.de.us.

• The Teen Summer Reading Program will have a “Water Magic Show” on Tuesday, July 6, at 3:30 p.m. For more information, call 629-2524 or visit www. seaford.lib.de.us.

• Kate Marvel will present “What are the Wetlands?” on Wednesday, July 7, at 1:30 p.m. Come and see some of the animals that live in the wetlands and learn why the wetlands are important. This is part of the Children’s Summer Reading Program. For more information, call 6292524 or visit www.seaford.lib.de.us.

• “Lights, Camera, Action!” The Seaford Library and Cultural Center hosts “Movie Night” on Thursday, July 8, at 5:30 p.m. We provide the movie and refreshments; you take a seat and enjoy the show. For more information, call 6292524 or visit www.seaford.lib.de.us.

Zumba for kids and seniors

A professional dancer and Zumba instructor will be coming to teach Atomic Zumba for kids and Aqua Zumba for seniors this summer. This program is free to participants who live at or below the poverty level. There is a small administrative fee for adults who sign up.

For more information, call Paul Dorey at 628-3789.

Upcoming SPCA events

The SPCA will hold the following events: Saturday, June 19 - SPCA Adoption Event, Seaford ACE Hardware, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. For more information, call 6287890.

Wednesday, June 23 - Poker & Blackjack Games, Poker at the Beach, Rehoboth, 7 p.m. to 1 a.m. For more information, call 227-3760.

Sunday, June 26 - SPCA Adoption Event, Rehoboth Concord Pet, 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. For more information, call 226-2300.

Thursday, July 1 - SPCA Volunteer Orientation, Georgetown SPCA Shelter, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. For more information, call 856-6361.

Friday, July 9 (4 to 10 p.m.) and Saturday, July 10 (9 a.m. to 9 p.m.) - SPCA @ Nanticoke Riverfest, Seaford. For more information, call 629-9173.

Saturday, July 17 - SPCA Talk-Traveling with Pets, Tall Pines Campground, Lewes. For more information, call 6840300.

Community Yard Sale

A Community Yard Sale will be held on Saturday, June 19, beginning at 7 a.m., in Malihorn Crest, approximately two miles southwest of Seaford, off of Woodland Road.

Something for everybody, including plants, shrubbery, indoor and outdoor furniture.

Safe Boating Course

The United States Coast Guard Auxiliary Seaford Flotilla is offering a Pad-

dlesports Course for canoers and kayakers on Monday, June 21, at 5:30 p.m. at the Nanticoke River Yacht Club, 30 S. Market Street, Blades.

You must register by June 14 by calling Cindi at 302-398-0309 or Betty at 302-222-3830.

The cost is $10 for materials.

Western Sussex Farmers’ Market

Western Sussex Farmers’ Market will be open Saturday mornings (8:30 a.m. noon), from July 3 through Aug. 28.

The Market will be located on the Boys and Girls Club property at 310 Virginia Ave., Seaford.

In addition to fresh local produce, there will be educational, fun activities each week.

Find the market on Facebook.

For more information, call 629-2686 or email wessusfarmmkt@verizon.net.

BBQ Chicken Dinner

Bethel Church is holding a BBQ Chicken Dinner Fundraiser on Saturday, June 19, from 4-6 p.m.

It will be held in the church’s community building, on the north end of Oak Grove Rd, west of Seaford.

Dinner includes a half chicken, homemade coleslaw, macaroni salad, applesauce, roll, beverage and dessert.

The dinner is available by tickets only (deadline is June 13). Donations: $10 adults, $5 children under 12.

Carryouts are available.

For tickets or information, call 410754-8681 or 302-337-8836.

Camp Invention is July 12-16

The Camp Invention program offers elementary kids in the Seaford area one week of science enrichment combined with imaginative fun.

Hosted by Blades Elementary School during the week of July 12-16, it features five classes each day that focus on science, technology, engineering, math (STEM), woven into purposeful hands-on activities that harness the participants’ innate creativity to solve real-world challenges.

To learn more about the program, visit www.campinvention.org or call 800-9684332.

RAM DELI MARKET & Central Ave. Package Store 302

875-9233

Corner of Central Ave. & Discount Land Road Laurel, DE19956

Everyday Deli Specials 25 pc Wing Dings with 2 Sauces.....................$1299 Any 2 Breakfasts OR 2 Cheeseburgers ........$399 Any 3 Large Subs (Hot or Cold)......................$1599 Any 3 Small Subs (Hot or Cold) ....................... $1199 Hunt Brothers Large 12” Pizza $ 49 9 Up To 10 Toppings Hours: Mon-Thu. 7 am - 10 pm, Fri-Sat 7 am - 11 pm, Sun 8 am - 9 pm

Monday, June 28 - Kids Acting Club, grades 2-6, 6:30 p.m., Teen Book Club, with refreshments, 8-9 p.m.

Tuesday, June 29 - Preschool StoryTime, 10:30 a.m., Kathleen Jacobs, Puppeteer!, 2 p.m.

Thursday, July 1 - 2 p.m., Kids Create Club, grades K-6

Eastern Shore AFRAM Festival

The annual Eastern Shore AFRAM Festival will be held on Aug. 13-14, at Nutter Park, Collins Ave., Seaford.

There will be two extraordinary days of cultural entertainment, Afrocentric displays, ethnic food vendors, a parade, AFRAM pageant, health clinic, job fair and children’s events.

For more information, visit www.EasternShoreAFRAM.org or call 628-1908.

AARP Driving Course

An AARP Driving Course will be held at the Laurel Senior Center on Monday, June 21, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Cost is $12 for AARP members and $14 for nonmembers. To register, call 875-2536.

Lighting of the Community Clock

The Laurel Lions Club invites the community and Town Council to attend “The Lighting of the Community Clock” in front of the Lions Club building on Central Avenue, downtown Laurel. The lighting will take place Sunday, June 20, at 1 p.m.

The Lions Club wants to thank the many donors for their support to help purchase the new time and temperature unit.

Laurel Library summer programs

Friday, June 18 - Teen Summer Reading Program begins. NightLife@the Library, an after-hours, teens-only program with games, movies and pizza, 7-9 p.m.

Monday, June 21 - First meeting of the Kids Acting Club for grades 2-6; 6:30 p.m. Be part of a real play! Teen Book Club with refreshments, 8-9 p.m.

Tuesday, June 22 - 10:30 a.m. - Preschool StoryTime Wednesday, June 23 - 2 p.m. - Rebecca Jones presents Pirate Tales!

Thursday, June 24 - 2 p.m. - Kids Create Club, grades K-6

Youth Fishing Tournament

Laurel American Legion Post #19 will hold a youth fishing tournament on Saturday, June 26, from 8 a.m. to noon.

Participants must register at A&K Tackle.

The fishing areas are Records Pond and Broadcreek to the railroad bridge.

Prizes will be awarded in the follow-

S U P ER BI n G O EvERY TUESDAY

WINNER TAKE ALL

Bonanza Game $100000 Jackpot!

$100*

Over 60 People

$50*

Under 60 People

Delmar VFW Post 8276

Doors Open 5 pm 410 896-3722 Games Begin 200 West State St., TickeTs s on sale Tuesday nighT 6:45 pm *Based on the number of people.

No one under the age of 18 allowed to play.

GROCERY NIGHT

Delmar, MD

410

896-3379

TUESDAY, jUnE 22

GroCerY niGHt aGain in aUG. after each game, groceries such as meats (steak, beef, pork & chicken), vegetable baskets, desserts and cakes GiVen aWaY!

Call for more information 410-896-3722 or 410-896-3379

DEAL OR nO DEAL COMInG In jULY

PAGE 16 ing age groups: 4 to 7, 8 to 11, and 12 to 15. Any child under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. There will be no entry fee, and participants must release their fish after they are caught. No tackle will be provided.

Genealogy class at Bridgeville Library Starting on June 16 and monthly every third Wednesday at 10:30 a.m., there will be a genealogy discussion group meeting for those who need help with their research. Contact the library at 337-7401 for more information.

Library seeks board member

The Bridgeville Library Board of Trustees is seeking applicants to fill a vacancy on the board for a five-year term, beginning July 1, 2010.

The board will review applications received and forward a recommendation to the resident judge of the Superior Court of Sussex County for appointment.

Board members must be adult residents of the Woodbridge School District.

A background check may be required.

Library Board members oversee the library as representatives of the community.

They determine policies governing the operations and services of the library.

They develop and oversee the operating budget. They actively support library related legislation.

The Board has public meetings at the library at least four times per year, and usually meets monthly.

Applications are available at the Bridgeville Public Library, 600 South Cannon Street, Bridgeville. For more information, call Karen Johnson at 337-7401, ext. 107.

Deadline for receipt of application is June 14, 2010.

Benefit Poker Run

Jeff’s Tap Room’s benefit poker run to benefit the needy kids lunch & uniform program will be held on Saturday, June 26, at Jeff’s. Cost is $20 per rider.

For more information, call 337-8602.

MORNING STAR • JUNE 17 - 23, 2010 the Kitchen” on Tuesday, June 29, from 1 to 3 p.m.

The program will feature ‘Spanish Gazpacho Garni’ and ‘Berry Cool Dessert’ dishes. Space is limited, so call or come in to the library to register.

Summer events at the library

The Bridgeville Library announces its summer schedule of events.

Join Ms. Kathy for Lap Sit on Wednesdays at 10 a.m. for ages 3 months to 2 years.

This is an interactive story time for very young children to introduce regular library visits.

Family Nights are held each month on the third Thursday at 6:30 p.m. Games, fun, entertainment and light refreshments are anticipated.

Movie Mania continues through the summer with Bring Your Own Lunch Movie Classics on the first Monday of each month. Enjoy a classic film from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. with intermission. Teen Movie Night for ages 13-17 is the first Friday of each month from 5 to 7:30 p.m.

The Educational/Documentary movie event is on the second Thursday of each month from 1-3 p.m.; this is for ages 8-15. Summer Saturday Matinees will run from June 19-Aug. 14, from 2-4 p.m.

A complete movie list is available at the library.

Make a Splash-READ Summer Reading Programs are held on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 11 a.m.

Join us for a summer full of reading, crafts, fun and entertainment. A complete schedule is available at the library.

The Teen Reading Program is on the first and third Friday nights from 5 to 7 p.m. Join us on June 18 for a Shipwrecked Pirates Survival Competition.

Sign-ups required. A complete schedule is available at the library.

An Introduction to Computers class will be held on Saturday, June 19, from 11 a.m. to noon and Wednesday, June 23, from 6 to 7 p.m. Class size is limited and sign-ups are required.

The Genealogy Discussion Group meets on the third Wednesday of each month at 10:30 a.m. Our next meeting is scheduled for June 16. Join us for a funtastic summer. All programs are free and open to the public.

The new library is located at 600 S. Cannon St. in Bridgeville. Hours are Monday through Thursday 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Friday and Saturday.

For sign ups and more information, call the library at 337-7401.

Relay for Life BBQ Greenwood CHEER Dinner Club

The Greenwood CHEER Activity Center will host the Greenwood Dinner Club on Thursdays from 5 to 7 p.m. Join us for an evening of fellowship and a delicious dinner entrée, dessert and beverage. Card games are from 6 to 9 p.m.

Cost for members is $5 and non-members is $6. For menus and more information, call Susan Welch at 349-5237.

Library offers MonoMouse

The Greenwood Public Library is now offering the Bierley MonoMouse – an easy to use, hand held electronic magnifier – as part of a loan program designed to help visually impaired members of the community.

The Bierley MonoMouse Hand Held Electronic Magnifier is available to be borrowed from the library in the same manner as borrowing a book.

It connects to any television via the attached standard RCA plug and then the large blue button is simply pressed to start reading.

For more information about the MonoMouse Magnifier at the Greenwood Library, call 302-349-5309 or ask any librarian the next time you visit the library.

Guaranteed affordable!

Portions of proceeds will benefit the Newspapers in Education program.

Tony TonyWindsor Windsorisisaccepting accepting bookings for entertaining any bookings for entertaining size from the living anyevent, size event, from the room to the great outdoors! living room to the great outdoors! Singing classic Singing classic country and country and rock, with rock, with special 50s, 60s special 50s, 60s and 70s and 70s hits! hits! Also, gospel and Also, gospel and holiday music holiday music available. available.

Booking now for Christmas parties and beyond.

Call: Booking now for 2010.

302-236-9886 forfor info.

Call 302-236-9886 info.

Benefit yard sale planned

A yard sale will be held at Delmar Middle and Senior High School (DSMHS) on Saturday, June 19, from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m., to benefit the DSMHS Mentoring Program.

Rain or shine - the yard sale will be held under the school awning. Spaces are available for rent for $10 for 10 feet or $15 for 20 feet.

Tables are not provided. Vendors are welcome.

Donations of yard sale items will also be accepted.

For more information, contact Allison at 410-896-2223 or abergeron@delmar. k12.de.us or Faith at fkrebs@delmar.k12. de.us.

Choptank Riverboat Dinner Cruise The Greenwood CHEER Activity Center is hosting a Choptank Riverboat Dinner Cruise on Thursday, July 8.

Cost is $50 per person and includes a prime rib with crab cake dinner provided

by Suicide Bridge Restaurant.

The cruise is aboard the Dorothy Megan. Tips are appreciated.

Bus transportation from all CHEER Centers is available by reservation.

The bus departs the Greenwood CHEER Activity Center at 3 p.m. and returns to the center at approximately 10 p.m.

Tickets are on sale at the Greenwood CHEER Center and all other CHEER Centers.

Tickets must be purchased by June 24.

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

LetTony TonyWindsor Windsor perform perform for Let foryour yourevent event!

Tony Windsor

Relay for Life Chicken BBQ will be held on Saturday, June 26, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., at St. Stephen’s United Methodist Church in Delmar.

Cost is $8 and includes chicken, roll, slaw, baked beans and homemade dessert.

Delmar Library

Registration for the 2010 Summer Reading Program, “Make a Splash at your Library,” begins June 17.

The first event is a showing of “Star Trek, The Ambergris Planet: An Ocean Planet Visited” at 6:30 p.m.

Free cooking program

The Delmar Public Library will host a free cooking program, “Keeping Cool in

Seaford AARP trips

Oct. 25-29- Smoky Mts. Tenn.-Visit the Titanic Pigeon Forge Museum and board an actual life boat, touch an iceberg and experience the chill of the 28 degree water.

The museum will display hundreds of artifacts in 20 galleries on two decks.

Enjoy a catered lunch & a show from a Blast From The Past at Smiths Restaurant. Admission to Dollywood for a day before your stop at the Smith Family Dinner Theatre with live entertainment. Then off to the Magic Beyond Belief show.

Enjoy a box lunch while having a guided tour of the Smoky Mts., looking for black bear and that evening have dinner at the Black Bear Jamboree.

Have dinner before enjoying a night of dancing and humor at the Country Tonite theatre. Hotel, 4 breakfasts, 4 dinners, 2 lunches.

Restaurants and bus driver tip included. Cost: $595.00 per person, doubles.

Single - $725.00. For more information, contact Rose at 302-629-7180.

Living Waters Theater trip

The Greenwood CHEER Activity Center is offering a motor coach trip to see “Psalms of David” at Sight & Sound Living Waters Theater in Lancaster, Pa., on Tuesday, Aug. 10th.

Cost is $80 per person for member or $90 non-member and includes transportation, show ticket and smorgasboard dinner at Hershey Farm Restaurant.

MORNING STAR • JUNE 17 - 23, 2010 Deadline for payment of the trip is July 6.

The bus departs Greenwood CHEER Activity Center at 10:30 a.m. and returns at 8:30 p.m.

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

Laurel Senior Center Trips

The Laurel Senior Center is offering the following trip: Tennessee Sampler, Oct 4-9, cost $739 per person, includes 5 nights hotel accommodations, 5 breakfasts, 3 dinners, 1 luncheon, cruise, 3 shows, Graceland & Dollyland.

For more information, call 875-2536.

Fort Delaware

The Seaford Historical Society is sponsoring a trip to Fort Delaware on Wednesday, July 14.

The cost is $50 per person which includes motor coach transportation, admission to the fort and a picnic lunch. It also includes a private tour as well as a civil war prison re-enactment.

The bus will leave the Sears parking lot (Seaford Village Shopping Center) at 7:30 a.m. and will return by 4:30 p.m.

Reservations are limited. Call Marie at 628-9828 by Wednesday, June 23.

Trip to Louisville

AARP #915 presents a trip to Louisville, Ky., on Oct. 24-29. Trip is six days and five nights and includes five breakfasts and five full dinners.

Sights include the Derby Dinner Playhouse, Belle of Louisville Riverboat, Churchill Downs & Kentucky Derby Musesum, “My Old Kentucky Home” Place, Heaven’s Hill Distillery, Louisville Slugger Museum and much, much more.

Cost is $775 per person/double occupancy.

Single occupancy is slightly higher.

For information or reservations, call 410-754-8189 or 410-754-8588.

Delaware Grange schedule

Saturday, June 26 - Bus trip to Washington, D.C., to help celebrate 50 years of the National Grange Building being in existence.

For more information, contact Rosalie Walls at 302-542-3875.

Travel with Delaware Tech

Enjoy a matinee performance of the hilarious chaos that occurs when a young, married man spends too much time with his boss’s wife in “How the Other Half Loves!” at the Rainbow Dinner Theatre in Paradise, Penn. on Wednesday, June 23.

Adults ages 50 and up can become Adult Plus+ members for $18 per year.

Benefits of membership include unlimited use of the Stephen J. Betze Library located on campus; exclusive advanced registration and special discounts on trips, courses and events; and a free drink with purchase of a meal in the dining hall on campus.

For more information, contact Delaware Tech’s Adult Plus+ program at 8565618.

PAGE 17

List of native plants is available USCG Auxiliary

United States Coast Guard Auxiliary meets the second Sunday of the month at 2 p.m. at the Nanticoke River Yacht Club.

For more information, contact Cindi Chaimowitz at 302-398-0309.

Weekly ‘Feline Rescue’ session

Homeless Cat Helpers will hold a question and answer session on “Feline Rescue Resources” at the Seaford Library on Monday mornings from 10 to 11 a.m.

The session will offer information about sliding scale cost spay/neuter clinics and no-kill kitten adoptions.

Sussex County Marines

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

All former and retired Marines, from all generations, are welcome.

USPS monthly meeting

United States Power Squadron (USPS) meets at the Nanticoke River Yacht Club on the third Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. If you are interested in boating education and safety, and enjoy boating, sailing or canoeing, join us and participate in our classes and outings.

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

Republican Women meet

The Seaford Republican Women’s Club is offering people an opportunity to visit and talk with Michele Rollins, the Republican nominee for the U.S. Senate position formerly held by Joe Biden.

The event will take place on Thursday, June 24, with Rollins speaking at 11 a.m. and lunch at 12 noon. The charge is $10 per person. Reservations are required and only a limited number will be accepted.

Please call Anne Nesbitt at 628-7788 before Monday, June 21, to request a reservation.

The Delaware Department of Agriculture (DDA), the Delaware Nursery and Landscape Association (DNLA) and the University of Delaware (UD) have teamed up to develop a Native Plant Nurseries List.

Delaware gardeners, homeowners and landscapers have shown an increasing interest in using more native plants in gardens and landscaping. This same trend has also been observed in other parts of the United States and reflects a growing awareness of issues associated with invasive plants, and an emphasis on sustainable landscaping that recommends low maintenance, adaptable and hardy plants that are beneficial to the local environments.

In addition, emerging research has shown that native plants are preferred for conserving populations of butterflies, pollinators and beneficial insects.

A survey was conducted of retail and

and sticky buns. The community house is located on School House Road at the intersection of Galestown and Reliance Roads in Galestown, Md. The last one for this year is June 27.

Reunion

wholesale establishments in the region to determine which ones were selling a significant number of native plants, and how these plants were being displayed. The Plant Industries Section in the Delaware Department of Agriculture organized the responses into two separate lists for publication.

One listing is for wholesale dealers, who specialize in volume sales for, garden centers, as well as projects for highway improvement, soil stabilization, meadow and wetland restoration and other types of bioremediation.

The second listing is for retail establishments.

Both files can be found at the Plant Industries Section’s webpage, http:// dda.delaware.gov/plantind/index.shtml, as well as at the Delaware Nursery and Landscape Association and University of Delaware, Cooperative Extension’s websites.

to compete at the sports complex that weekend. Proceeds from registrations benefit the Georgetown Chamber of Commerce. For more information or to reserve a space, call 856-1544 or visit www. georgetowncoc.com.

Lions Club Sandwich Sale

Colonel Richardson High School, Class of 1985, is planning a 25th high school reunion for this fall. The committee is updating classmate addresses. For more information, contact Debbie (Feyl) Brohawn at 410-754-8910 or crhs1985@ gmail.com.

Georgetown Community Yard Sale

Join the Georgetown Chamber of Commerce for its 2nd Annual Georgetown Community Yard Sale at Sports at the Beach on Saturday, June 19, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. For $20 (Chamber members) and $25 (non-members) you will receive a 10 x 10 space on the open grounds of Sports at the Beach in Georgetown. The location offers high visibility to a high volume of beach traffic, while it provides a built in customer base because of the nearly 80 baseball teams scheduled

The Federalsburg Lions Club will have a Pit Beef & Pulled Pork Sandwich Sale on Friday, June 25, at the corner of the Federalsburg bypass on Route 313 and Veterans Drive. Meals will include a sandwich, drink, chips, pickles and brownie for $7. The sale will begin at 10 a.m. until sold out; advance orders appreciated and deliveries available. Contact Lion David Morean at 410-924-0983.

Submit Bulletin Board items by noon Thursday, at least one week before. Send to Morning Star Publications, PO Box 1000, Seaford, DE 19973, or email to editor@mspublications.com.

SEAFORD EAGLE DINER 23412 Sussex Hwy., Seaford, DE 19973

DINNER FOR TWO $

302-629-3338 or 302-629-3299

Hours: Open 6 a.m. - 10 p.m. - 7 Days a Week!

Soup Or Salad & 2 Vegs.

Country breakfast buffet

A country breakfast buffet will be held every fourth Sunday each month September through June, from 7 to 10 a.m. at Galestown Community House.

Adults, $7, ages 6 to 12, $4, under age 6, no charge. The buffet includes eggs, scrapple, sausage, pancakes, potato casserole, hominy, biscuits, toast, fruit cup

Brand New Accomodations

Dinners Include Soup or Salad, 2 Vegetables & Dessert

Breakfast Special.......... $199 Broiled Lunch Special Soup or Salad Stuffed & Dessert ......$495 Flounder or Dinner Special Rockfish 2 Vegs., Soup or $ 95 Salad with $ 95 Dessert .......... 8

15

3 Piece Broiled Pork Chops

$

13

19

95

95

16 oz Broiled Prime Rib or Fried Trio FLOUNDER, SHRIMP & SCALLOPS

$

16

95

$

1199

KIDS (Under 8) EAT FREE includes soup o salad and desser 4 PM CLOSING

PAGE 18

MORNING STAR • JUNE 17 - 23, 2010

Church Bulletins Free soup and sandwiches

New Zion United Methodist Church in Laurel offers free soup and sandwiches every Wednesday from noon to 2 p.m. For more information, contact Pastor Timothy Duffield Sr. at 8750727.

Free lunch and clothing

Free lunch and clothing will be offered on Saturday, June 19, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at St. Luke’s Parish Hall. The church is located on 202 North St., Seaford. This event is sponsored by Seaford Wesleyan Church (The Ark).

Donations of new or gently-used clothing is gladly accepted. Please call the church office at 628-1020 for more information. Everyone is welcome.

Vacation Bible School

Laurel Baptist Church will be having Vacation Bible School from June 28 to July 2. Kick-off and pre-registration will be June 27 at 7 p.m. Classes will be from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., with Family Night Finale beginning at 5 p.m.

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

2 miles south of town). Any questions, call Shirley at 875-2314.

Alliance Church offers VBS

“Heroes of Faith” is the theme of Vacation Bible School at the Atlanta Road Alliance Church, June 28-July 2. Each evening begins with a light supper at 5:30 p.m. followed by the program for children age 4 through grade 6. An adult class, “How to be a Hero to Your Kids” giving marriage and parenting insights is also offered

(infant and toddler care available only for parents who attend the adult class).

Pre-registration is requested. Registration forms are available in the church lobby Monday-Friday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. or online at www.atlantaroadcma.org. For more information, call 629-5600.

Women’s Day Service

Mt. Calvary A.M.E. Church in Concord will host a Women’s Day 2010 Platform Service on Saturday, June 19, at 3 p.m.

The theme for the day is “God’s Gifts for God’s Women” (1st Corinthians 12: 1-14).

Whatever your gift, God has a word for you through His nine gifted and anointed messengers.

Old Christ Church’s schedule

Old Christ Church, an historic church in Laurel, will meet the first Sunday of each month for the summer at 10 a.m. Services will be held on July 4, Aug. 1 and Sept. 5.

Services are open to anyone of any denomination and will include refreshments and tours of the church after each service.

The traditional “Blessing of Animals” will be held on Oct. 3 at 3 p.m.

A collection will be taken for local animal shelters. November features a Thanksgiving Day Eucharist at 10:30 a.m. followed by Advent lessons and carols with guest concert artists in December.

For more information, call 875-3644 or email RevBackus@gmail.com and OldChristChurchLeague@gmail.com.

Epworth Vacation Bible School

Epworth United Methodist Church will become “Hero Headquarters” as it hosts Vacation Bible School for ages 3 through 6th graders.

Sessions are June 21-25, Monday through Friday, from 6:15 to 8:15 p.m. with a light snack served. Registration forms are available at the church and online at www.epworth-rehoboth.org.

Registration deadline is Sunday, June 20. A fee of $5 per family is requested to cover materials. Epworth is located on Holland Glade Road, just north of Rehoboth Beach. For more information, call the church office at 227-7743 or visit www. epworth-rehoboth.org.

Vacation Bible School

Centenary United Methodist Church, Poplar & Market Sts., Laurel, will be holding Vacation Bible School, entitled Hero Headquarters, from June 28 to July 2, 9 11:30 a.m.

Children from the ages of 4 to 6th grade are welcome to attend. Each day children will learn through the Bible story, music, songs, crafts, games and snacks.

Pre-registration is strongly encouraged. Register by picking up a form at the church office. For further information, contact Susan Vanderslice at 877-0579.

Christ Lutheran hosts gospel music Christ Lutheran is hosting a Community Gospel Concert on June 19 at 6 p.m.

Amanda Jones and The Kings Ambassadors will be singing.

The church is located on Shipley Street in Seaford. For more information, call the church office at 629-9755.

‘High Seas Expedition’ VBS

Union United Methodist Church, 2 N. Laws St., Bridgeville, will hold its 2010 Vacation Bible School, “High Seas Expedition,” from Monday, June 21 through

Friday, June 25. VBS will take place from 5:30 to 8 p.m., with a free dinner provided for students beginning at 5 p.m. High Seas Expedition is open to children three years through completion of fifth grade.

VBS is open to children of the church and the community.

Pre-registration is through June 20.

Prior registration greatly assists in the planning and preparation of this adventure.

Registration forms are available at the entrances to the sanctuary or in the church office. Forms may also be mailed to you by calling the church office at 337-7409.

“High Seas Expedition” is free, however, if anyone wishes to donate to cover the cost per child, then the suggested fees are $15 per child to cover VBS materials, and $6 for a week of dinners.

Gospel Music Benefit

Joe Dawson Music Ministry and Laurel Wesleyan Church are sponsoring a night of Gospel Music on Saturday, June 19, at 6 p.m. at Laurel Wesleyan Church.

Admission is free. A love offering will be received for the Bradford family, who lost their home in an explosion in April.

The church is located at 30186 Seaford Rd. (Alt. 13) in Laurel. For more information, please call 875-5380 or visit www.laurelwesleyan.org.

Community Yard Sale

Trinity UMC on Phillips Hill Road in Laurel will have a church/community yard sale on Saturday, June 19, starting at 7 a.m. Tables will be available for community members for $10. Anyone wishing to donate items for our youth group fundraiser can contact Pastor Julie at 875-4741.

DIRECTORY: Your Guide To Local Houses of Worship CHURCH OF CHRIST

Sunday Family Worship 8:30 & 11:00 a.m.

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

A church you can relate to

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

BibleS tudy: Sun. 9:00 a.m.; Wed. 7:00 p.m.

In The Interest Of New Testament Christianity

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

(302) 875-3644

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

Centenary UMC

www.laurelcentenaryumc.org

875-3983

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

Traditional Worship, 11:00 a.m.

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

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

The Gift of His Love Let others know where you are and when you meet.

To advertise in this directory, call

629-9788

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

Youth Group Wednesday 7:00 pm

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

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

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

Seaford

C H R IST IA N C H U R C H of

22581 Sussex Hwy., Seaford, DE • 629-6298

SCHEDULE OF SERVICES

Sunday School 9:30 a.m.

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

Evening Worship 6:00 p.m.

Wed. Night Service 7:00 p.m.

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

Centrally located at

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

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

Wednesday Midweek Services - 7 p.m.

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

St. Paul’s United Methodist Church Road68, South of Laurel Laurel,D el.

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

Wed. Night Bible Study 7 p.m.

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

Delmar Wesleyan Church www.StPaulsUMCLaurelDE.org

Pastor - Donald Murray - 856-6107

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

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

Wednesday: Bible Study 7 PM

MORNING STAR • JUNE 17 - 23, 2010

A-Y-C-E Fish Fry

Centenary U.M. Church, 200 W. Market St., Laurel, will host an all you can eat fish fry dinner on Saturday, June 19, from 4 to 7 p.m. Adults $10; children (6-12) $5; and children under 6 are free.

Annual meeting at St. Luke’s

The Annual Parish Meeting at St. Luke’s Episcopal Church was held on Sunday, May 23 after the 9 a.m. Holy Eucharist.

Herb Quick and Tom Lee were unanimously elected as new members of the Vestry. They join current Vestry members: Jim Crescenzo, Dawn Conaway, Bruce LeVan, Jinny Coxe, Sue Short, Janet Hubbard and Bonnie Getz.

Brunch was served before the start of the meeting at which time the annual reports were distributed. The Rev. Jeanne Kirby-Coladonato chaired the meeting.

St. Luke’s newsletter

St. Luke’s Episcopal Church offers its newsletter, “Luke’s Letter” online and also via email. The newsletter is published approximately once a month and is available online at www.stlukesseaford.org. Join our email list by sending a request to StLukesEpis@comcast.net.

St. Luke’s services are Sunday, Holy Eucharist at 9 a.m., and Thursday evenings, Holy Eucharist and Healing at 6 a.m. The Rev. Jeanne Kirby-Coladonato is the rector.

Bethel UMC holds Bible school

Bethel United Methodist Church will hold vacation Bible school for children ages 3 through fifth grade from Monday, June 21, through Thursday, June 24.

This year’s program is “Egypt: Spend a while on the Nile.” Children will take an Old Testament virtual journey to ancient Egypt, where they will experience Joseph’s faith journey from prison to the palace, explore an Egyptian marketplace, play ancient games and visit with Joseph.

Deadline for registration is Saturday, June 19. To register online, visit bethellewes.org.

Registration may also be done in person at the church on Fourth Street in Lewes, across from Beebe Medical Center’s east parking lot. For more information, call the church at 645-9426 or email susancshea@ hotmail.com.

Special events at Mt. Calvary

Mt. Calvary United Methodist Church in Bridgeville will host the following special events.

Women’s Day - Sunday, June 27, 4 p.m. Guest preacher is Pastor Phyllis

Welcome…

SEAFORD PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH Sunday School 9 am Morning Worship 10 am

701 Bridgeville Road 629-9077

PAGE 19

Duckery of Jericho Faith Deliverance Church in Goldsboro, Md. Fellowship meal will be served before the service at 2:30 p.m. The theme is “Women of Grace and Wisdom.”

All ladies are asked to wear their best hat for this occasion. Come and bring a friend. For more information, call 302542-5752.

Cannon and Robins Family Day - Sunday, July 4. Guest preacher is the Rev. Ronnierre Robinson of St. Paul AME Church, Harrington. Host pastor is the Rev. Baron N. Hopkins Sr. For more information, call 629-6481.

Emotional wholeness seminar

Resolve emotional conflict and achieve emotional freedom from guilt, fear, worry, bitterness, anger, anxiety and more.

Laurel Wesleyan Church is offering a free seminar led by Don Loden and Julius Mullen, on Friday, June 25, from 6:45 to 9 p.m. and Saturday, June 26, from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. For more information, call 8755380 or visit www.laurelwesleyan.org.

VBS at First Baptist

Children ages 4-12 are invited to join the action at the First Baptist Church of Seaford for exciting Bible stories, crafts, games, puppets, music, snacks and prizes.

It’s all free, so bring your friends and join us each day, June 21-25 (Monday through Friday), 9 a.m. to noon.

Parents may register their children online at www.fbcseaford.org. First Baptist Church is located at 543 N. Bradford St., Seaford. For more information, call 6297161, ext. 116.

What must I do to be saved?

Acknowledge your sin and place your trust in Christ. All who place their trust in Christ in this way are adopted as God’s children.

All have sinned and fall short of the glory of God. ~ Romans 3:23 The wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord. ~ Romans 6:23 God demonstrates His own love toward us, in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us. ~ Romans 5:8 If you confess with your mouth the Lord Jesus and believe in your heart that God has raised him from the dead, you will be saved. ~ Romans 10:9

Rev. Michael A. Hopkins, Pastor

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

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

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

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

302- 875-4646

PO BOX 60, LAUREL, DE 19956

Sun. 9:30 am Wed. 7:00 pm

Children’s Church • Nursery

SEAFORD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY

Senior Minister: Dr. Carl G Vincent Senior Pastor: Pastor Barry B. Dukes wwwmessiahsvineyard.org

GRACE BAPTIST CHURCH

OUR LADY OF LOURDES CHURCH

302-629-8434 • www.graceseaford.org

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

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

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

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

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

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

CONFESSION: Sat. 4:30 p.m.

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

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

Sunday School 9:30 am Worship 10:45 am & 6:30 pm Children’s Church 10:45 am SPANISH Worship 10:45 am Wednesday Activities 7 pm Pastor: Homer McKeithan Music: Jim Burket “The Cross Is Grounded In Grace”

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

VICTORY TABERNACLE CHURCH OF GOD

SUNDAY WORSHIP

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

WEDNESDAY NIGHT

Ministry for the wholef amily 7 PM

Pastor Stacey Johnson

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

302-877-0443

CHRIST LUTHERAN CHURCH

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

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

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

Laurel Baptist Church, SBC 22625 Atlanta Road, Seaford, DE (302) 629-5600 - www.atlantaroadcma.org Sunday

Wednesday Evening

9:00 a.m. & 10:30 a.m.

6:45 Catalyst Youth (gr. 7-12), Worship, Nursery, Classes DivorceCare, KidStuf 103 (K-6 kids & their parents, 1st & 3rd for Kids & Adults Wednesday) 7:00 Intercessory 7:00 p.m.

Prayer, Men’s Group Evening Service

COKESBURY CHURCH All Welcome Where Love Abides -- John 3:16

The Church by the Side of the Road 15092 Cokesbury Rd, Georgetown, DE

(302) 629-5222 • www.cokesburyworship.org Pastor Harold Carmean & Congregation Sunday School 9 am Contemporary Church Service 10 am

Mount Olivet

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

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

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

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

United Methodist Church

Where everybody is somebody & Jesus Christ is Lord 33056 Bi-State Boulevard, Laurel, DE 19956 LBC Sunday School ~ 10:00 Morning Worship ~ 11:00 Wednesday Bible Study ~ 7:00 P.M. NurseryP rovided Pastor: Rev. Steven Booth Music Director: Linda Lewis

302-875-7998

St. Luke’s

Episcopal Church Front & King St., Seaford, DE

629-7979

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

Thurs. Eve. Service: 6 p.m.

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

Seaford Church of Christ Acapella

(Rm. 16:16)

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

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

Live For God, Love Each Other, Light The World

743E . Clarence St., Seaford, Del. Carlton L. Cannon, Sr. Pastor

2 North Laws St., Bridgeville, DE 19933 Across from Bank 337-7409 Handicap Friendly

629-9443, Cell: 448-0852 • cogclarence@verizon.net

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

WORSHIP TIMES:

9 am Contemporary Service 10 am Sunday School 11 am Traditional Worship Youth Group (Sun. 6 p.m.)

GETHSEMANE

Saturday Services Sabbath School 9:30 a.m.

Worship Service 11:00 a.m.

Pastor - O. Kenneth Scheller 302-875-0140

A Safe Sanctuary & Stephen’s Ministry Church Rev. E. S. Mallozzi

All are welcome to worship here every Sabbath.

543 N. BRADFORD ST., SEAFORD, DEL. • 629-7161

Union

Seaford Seventh-day Adventist Church

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

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH

UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

Contemporary Services ... 8:45 & 10:30 a.m.

Nursery Care & Children’s Church Provided Corner of Woodland Ferry Rd. & Stein Hwy., 4 miles West of Seaford • 629-2862 Jeans Expected! No Halos Required!

Thank You to the churches that sponsor these pages.

Your contribution makes it possible for the “Good News” to be published each week.

MOUNT PLEASANT

UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Rev. Dale Evans

Contemporary Service............9:30 a.m.

Sunday School.............10:15 a.m.

Traditional Service. .11:30 a.m.

Mount Pleasant Road, Laurel (Just off Rt. 24 west, on Rd. 493A)

875-1045

PAGE 20

MORNING STAR • JUNE 17 - 23, 2010

Obituaries Mark A. Abbott Sr., 56

Mark Anthony Abbott Sr. of Seaford, died Wednesday, June 2, 2010, at his home in Seaford.

He was born Sept. 25, 1953, in Baltimore, Md., a son of the late George and Mary L. Stewart Abbott.

Mark proudly served his country in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam era and was a lifetime member of the Laurel American Legion, Post 19.

He was a skilled mason who worked for various companies, and most recently worked for Eskridge Concrete in Seaford for over Abbott 15 years. He was a member of Christ Evangelistic Church in Laurel which he attended for many years.

He loved the outdoors, especially hunting and fishing with his sons.

He is survived by his fiancé and longtime companion, Dawn White; five children, Mark Anthony Abbott Jr. of Laurel, Cody De’Shane Anthony Abbott of Seaford, Logan De’Ella Abbott of Seaford, Tera Volkmer of South Carolina and Charlotte Abbott of Baltimore; a stepson, Joe Ferrell of Seaford; five grandchildren; three brothers, George Abbott of Baltimore, Albert J. Stewart of Laurel and Ray David Abbott of Ocean View; a sister, Jacqueline Abbott of Ocean View; and six nieces and nephews.

The funeral was held on Thursday, June 10, at Short Funeral Home, Delmar.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.shortfh.com.

Helen Hines Hood, 98

Helen Elizabeth Hines Hood, died Wednesday, June 9, 2010, in Nags Head, N.C. Born in Howard County, Md., she was the daughter of the late John Littleton Hines and the late Margaret Elizabeth Leisher Hines and the widow of William W. Hood Sr. In 1956, she relocated with her husband and son to Littleton, Colo., where she was a member of the Ridge

Riders Saddle Club.

She moved to the Outer Banks of N.C. in 1996. Mrs. Hood is survived by her son, William W. Hood Jr. and wife Norma of Kill Devil Hills, N.C.; two grandchildren, William W. Hood III and Kimberlee Hood Thompson and husband, Mark; and two great-grandchildren, Tara and Logan Thompson.

In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by three sisters, Brownie Orndorff, Evelyn Hobbs and Ruth Linton and a brother, John T. Hines.

No services are planned at this time.

Twiford Funeral Homes’ Colony Chapel, Manteo, N.C., is assisting the family.

Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.twifordfh.com.

Edward Shields, 63

Edward “Eggbeater” Shields of Seaford went to be with the Lord while surrounded by his family on Sunday, June 6, 2010, at Delaware Hospice Center in Milford.

Edward was born Sept. 19, 1946, in Cashville, Va., to the late Tully and Amy Shields.He was a glass glazer with Charlie Brown Glass in Salisbury, Md. One of Ed’s favorite hobbies was to set up as a vendor at Bargain Bill’s in Laurel and Spence’s Flea Market in Dover.

He was a member of Good Samaritan Christian Fellowship in Shields Seaford.

He is survived by his wife, Sharon; two stepchildren, Ray Justice III and wife Traci of Exmore, Va. and Wendy Willey and husband Shawn of Bridgeville; a sister, Gladys Webb and her companion, Maurice Figgs of Crisfield, Md.; five grandchildren, Brooke, Devon, Skylar and Braden Justice and Courtney Willey; and many nieces and nephews.

A memorial service will be held at Good Samaritan Christian Fellowship in Seaford on Saturday, June 19 at 11 a.m.

Burial will be private.

T. Hastings Happy Father’s Day Harvey 1/19/42 - 1/11/2009

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Fleischauer Funeral Home, PO Box 502, Greenwood, DE 19950, to defray the cost of funeral expenses.

Manor Benevolence Fund, 1001 Middleford Rd., Seaford, DE 19973.

Arrangements are in the care of Cranston Funeral Home, Seaford.

Clyde E. Culp Jr., 93

Anne McLendon Sulzbach, 76

Clyde E. Culp Jr. died at the Methodist Manor House on Thursday, June 10, 2010, with his family at his side.

Born in York, Pa., he was the son of Clyde E. Culp and Maude W. Culp. He is survived by his loving wife of 69 years, Lutie D. Culp; a son, Clyde E. Culp III and wife Mary Ellen; a daughter, Cynthia Heflin and husband Don; six grandchildren: Kelly Hoelzer, Suzanne Harrison, Darby Culp, Matthew Fad, Regan Fad and Rebecca McElwee; six great-grandchildren; and a number of nieces and nephews. Mr. Culp was a graduate of Penn State University.

He worked for the General Adjustment Bureau his entire career in Washington, D.C., Patchogue, N.Y. and Hempstead, N.Y. He retired as V.P. regional manager in 1978. He and his wife lived in Blue Point, N.Y., for 26 years.

They retired to New Bern, N.C., where they resided for 23 years before coming to the Methodist Manor House in Seaford, in 1999.

Mr. Culp served in officer capacities on many boards and associations including Kiwanis Club, Blue Goose Society, Little League/Babe Ruth Baseball and the Congregational Church.

In New Bern, he served in the Civitan Club, Community Soup Kitchen and First Presbyterian Church. In Seaford, Mr. Culp attended Mt. Olivet Methodist Church.

A memorial service will be held at the Methodist Manor House in Seaford, on Saturday, June 26, at 2 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested that contributions be made to the Methodist

House of Hope, Delaware needs your help

In a day where your investments in the stock market can be unpredictable, it is nice to know there is a place where you can give and expect to see growth. At House of Hope Delaware, a faith-based, Christ-centered ministry, we work to change the lives of teens and their families across Delaware and the Eastern Shore.

The landscape of our nation is scattered with broken lives shattered by the destructive effects of child abuse, sexual abuse, drug addiction, anger, self-mutilation and more. At HOH-DE, we minister to them and their families every week.

A New Generation of Quality • Affordable Traditional Funeral Services • Memorial Portraits & Doves • DVD Memorial Tribute • Serving All Faiths • Milford Location Re-Modeling • Funerals should not cost a fortune. Mention this ad or bring it in and receive $500 off Pre-Planning & Traditional Services, $250 Off Cremation Services • We offer free infant funeral services •Under New Management

We love and miss you more and more every day!

I can only imagine what it will be like when I walk by your side.

I can only imagine what my eyes will see when your face is before me.

Love and miss you, Wife Edna, Pam, Jeff, Ashley, Debbie, Buddy, Lisa, Tim, Sherry, Doug, Lindsay, Matt, Debbie, Steve, Greg, Lisa, Tim Hare, Rick and Jane, Larry, Linda We will always keep you in our hearts.

Anne McLendon Sulzbach passed away at home on June 6, 2010, with her son and daughter by her side, after a courageous two year struggle with cancer.

She is survived by son Michael Sulzbach, daughter Kim Johnson and husband Tim, brother Robert McLendon and wife Shirley, sister Molly Schubert and husband Dana, Sulzbach nieces Georgia and Julie, and grandchildren Joshua and Annie. Born in Green Bay, WI she graduated from the U of W, Stevens Point, with a BS in history and english.

Anne spent most of her life working in professions that allowed her to make a difference in the lives of others.

She was always involved in her local church and loved singing in the choir. Anne will be remembered for her courage, kindness, her free spirit and love of life. Many thanks to her faithful friends in DE Sulzbach - Early Photo and MD - she loved you all! Memorials preferred to Mount Olivet Church, 315 High St, Seaford DE 19973.

Darnell R. McPherson 308 N. Front St. Seaford, DE

(302)629-9283

Licensed Funeral Director, Licensed in PA, DE, Maryland

1(800)796-4873

309 North St. Milford, DE

(302)422-9441

“Your loss is still our concern.” - Prompt & Efficient Services for All

MORNING STAR • JuNe 17 - 23, 2010

PAGe 21

Biden warns seniors about new Medicare benefit scam

Gathering to flip a switch symbolizing the connection of the turbine to the electrical grid are, from left, DNREC Secretary Collin O’Mara, CEOE faculty member Jeremy Firestone, CEOE Dean Nancy Targett, Gamesa North America CEO Dirk Matthys and UD President Patrick Harker.

UD, Gamesa commission turbine Culminating years of planning and study, the University of Delaware and Gamesa Technology Corporation held a ceremony on June 11 to commission a 2-megawatt wind turbine at UD’s Hugh R. Sharp Campus in Lewes. Several dignitaries joined in the celebration, including Sen. Thomas Carper (D-Del.), Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC) Secretary Collin O’Mara, City of Lewes Mayor James Ford, and Deputy Director Michael Robinson of the National Renewable Energy Laboratory’s Wind Technology Center.

The project is part of a joint venture, First State Marine Wind, between UDowned Blue Hen Wind and Gamesa Technology Corporation. The City of Lewes and Sustainable Energy Developments Inc. (SED) are also key partners.

The land-based campus turbine stands 400 feet high from its tower base to the apex of its blade at peak rotation. Each of the turbine’s three blades is 144 feet long.

“Gamesa has invested more than $220 million on U.S. manufacturing and wind energy development. As an industry leader, we are always looking for new opportunities, like our partnership with the University of Delaware, to move America toward a more sustainable, domestic clean energy future,” Gamesa North America CEO Dirk Matthys said.

In LovingMemory of

Dennis Messick who passed away June 14, 1997

It was hard to part With the one we loved, You will never be forgotten Sadly Missed by The Messick Family

A typical 2-megawatt turbine provides enough emissions-free electricity to power about 500 average homes, so the single turbine is expected to provide clean, carbon-free electricity for the entire campus, which is part of UD’s College of Earth, Ocean, and Environment (CEOE).

At times, the turbine will generate more than enough power for the campus; the excess will be fed to the electric grid. The university will provide any excess power at the same cost the Lewes Board of Public Works pays wholesale, so there will be no additional charge to Lewes customers for getting a portion of their power from a local, clean resource.

Carbon-free electricity is not the only benefit of the turbine, however.

“This project will enhance research in areas such as turbine corrosion, avian impacts, and policy issues related to renewable energy,” said Nancy Targett, CEOE dean.

DNREC Secretary Collin O’Mara noted the economic benefits of wind energy.

“Transitioning to a clean energy economy has the potential to improve our environment and create thousands of jobs,” he said. “The UD-Gamesa partnership will demonstrate significant economic and environmental benefits for this transition and serves as a model for future off-shore development.”

We would like to

Thank Everyone

who helped my husband, Allen G. Russell, when he passed out at the Memorial Day ceremonies at the Kiwanis Park in Seaford.

He is now home from the hospital and much improved.

Thank you to all of you.

Sincerely, June S. Russell

Delaware Attorney General Beau Biden’s office is advising Delaware’s senior citizens that scammers may try to use a new Medicare benefit to trick them into divulging sensitive personal financial information.

Starting this month, the federal government will mail $250 checks to Medicare patients who fall into a gap in prescription drug coverage commonly known as the “doughnut hole.”

Recipients who have already reached their coverage limits and fallen into the “doughnut hole” should be receiving their checks in the next few weeks.

Those who reach this limit later will receive a check at that time. Eligible Medicare recipients will receive their check automatically. They do not need to provide any personal information such as credit card numbers or bank account numbers to receive their checks.

“Protecting senior citizens and all Delawareans from scam artists seeking to prey on them is a top priority of Attorney General Biden’s,” said Chief Deputy Attorney General Charles Butler.

“Fortunately, it is easy to avoid this scam because there is no need to give out any personal information. If anyone contacts you claiming they need your credit card or bank account number before you

can receive your $250 check, hang up immediately. The caller is lying and probably part of a fraud scheme to steal from you.”

The $250 benefit is part of the federal health care reform law enacted earlier this year.

In April, Biden warned Delawareans to be on the lookout for potential scams that claim to be selling fake insurance products related to that new law.

In response to those scams, Biden issued the following suggestions to Delawareans: • Be skeptical of phone solicitations offering to sell health care plans involving the made-up term “Obamacare.”

• Check with the Delaware Department of Insurance at 800-282-8611 or consumer@deins.state.de.us to determine whether an insurance company is licensed with the state before making any purchase.

• Do not believe a caller who claims to be selling the “final spots” on government insurance plans like Medicaid or Medicare.

As always, Biden added, Delawareans should be careful not to disclose personal data over the phone to parties that may not be trustworthy. If you suspect you have been contacted by a scam operation, contact the Attorney General’s Consumer Fraud Hotline at 1-800-220-5424.

Bless The Bradford’s The Laurel family who lost their home in an explosion

A Gospel Music Benefit sponsored by

Joe Dawson Music Ministry & Laurel Wesleyan Church

Saturday, June 19th @ 6 pm At

Laurel Wesleyan Church

30186 Seaford Rd. (Alt. 13), Laurel, DE Admission is Free

A Love Offering for The Bradford Family will be received.

Featured Singers Include:

The Lights of Home • Bill Primrose Amy Holloway Stark • Joe Dawson Rev. Ken Deusa • Pastor Ben Sorrells For more info call the church 875-5380

www.helpthebradfordfamily.org • www.laurelwesleyan.org

PAGe 22

MORNING STAR • JuNe 17 - 23, 2010

Join me in starting a movement toward ‘eleemosynary’ reading Lindsay Waters, executive editor for the humanities at Harvard Uniynn arks versity Press, tells me that I should be worried about the future of EngBut there is somelish literature. As if, with climate change, war and the oil spill in the thing deeply satisfying Gulf, I didn’t already have enough about reading fiction to worry about.

Waters sees society’s constant that was written long focus on speed and productivity ago. as undermining the slow, steady concentration that is required for readers to fully enjoy essays and novels. A proponent of what he calls “slow recently completed the twin epistolary novels “Clarissa” and “Pamela,” written reading,” he compares our push to get in the 1700s and both very slow-moving. through a novel and on to the next one to And her husband, when, during my recent manufacturers’ focus on the bottom line. visit, he wanted a break from conversation “The mighty imperative is to speed everything up, but there might be some ad- with his mother-in-law, picked up a collecvantage in slowing things down,” he wrote tion of Anton Chekov’s short stories.

In addition, I have not noticed any in 2007 in “Time for Reading,” an essay change in the way I read novels. If anyfor the The Chronicle of Higher Education. thing, my concentration skills are better “People are trying slow eating. Why not than they were when I was younger. slow reading?”

Too prove my point, I am aiming high Nicholas Carr goes even further. In an in my annual selection of classic literature article in the Atlantic, the writer argues to read during the summer. This year’s that the Internet, and its ready supply of information, is changing the way we think, choice: “Tom Jones,” by Henry Fielding.

More properly called “The History of Tom and consequently the way we read.

Jones, a Foundling,” the book was writ“Immersing myself in a book or a ten in 1749 and is one of the first English lengthy article used to be easy,” he wrote. novels.

“My mind would get caught up in the narThe edition I have, a Modern Library rative or the turns of the argument, and version, has 886 pages. I am confident that I’d spend house strolling through long I’ll make it through; last summer, after all, stretches of prose. That’s rarely the case I completed both classic literature selecanymore. Now my concentration often tions that I made, Dickens’ “Great Expecstarts to drift after two or three pages. I tations” and “The Tempest” by Shakeget fidgety, lose the thread, begin looking for something else to do. The deep reading speare. I’m on a roll.

And I’m not going to allow myself to that used to come naturally has become a become discouraged by the first sentence struggle.”

Carr quotes Maryanne Wolf, a develop- in “Tom Jones”: “An author ought to mental psychologist at Tufts University, as consider himself, not as a gentleman who worrying that Internet reading, typically in gives a private or eleemosynary treat, but rather as one who keeps a public ordinary, a style that emphasizes efficiency and imat which all persons are welcome for their mediacy above all else, “may be weakenmoney.” ing our capacity for the kind of deep readGranted, I had never seen the word ing” that emerged after the printing press “eleemosynary” before I read that sentence made novels possible. and could not, without the help of WebWell, maybe so. But I know at least ster, figure out what it means. (“Charifour young people, my son, daughter and table,” for those enquiring minds, and my their spouses, all of whom read extensively computer’s spell check recognized it.) But and read complex material. My daughter

L

P

2010 Arts & Humanities Award Delaware Technical & Community College, Owens Campus is seeking nominations for its 2010 Arts & Humanities Award. The nomination period is June 1 through Aug. 1. The winner will be announced Aug. 5, with the award presented at the Sept. 30 event showcasing the recipient’s talent.

This award is presented annually to honor an individual, business or organization for outstanding accomplishments in artistic or humanitarian endeavors that have positively impacted our greater community. Nominations are open to the public. Recipients are selected by members of the Owens Campus Development Council.

The criteria for nomination are: the nominee’s artistic or humanitarian contributions must impact the college’s geographic area of influence; the contributions

may be in either a personal or professional capacity; the nominee must be active in the nominated capacity for at least three years and may not be engaged in an active political campaign for elected office; preference may be given to the timeliness of achievements (current achievements preferred); and the award may be granted posthumously but not in absentia.

Nominations may be obtained by contacting Alison Buckley at 855-1607.

Completed forms must be submitted by Aug. 1 via several options: mail — Arts & Humanities Award, c/o Alison Buckley, Delaware Tech Owens Campus, P.O. Box 660, Georgetown, DE 19947; fax — 8555982; or e-mail answers to the nomination form questions to: abuckley@dtcc.edu; or in person to the Delaware Tech office in the William A. Carter Partnership Center.

the rest of the sentence is easily understandable.

I like popular literature as much as the next reader. I just completed the two most recent installments in the Mary Russell/ Sherlock Holmes series by Laurie King and am looking forward to Martha Grimes’ latest mystery featuring Richard Jury and Melrose Plant.

But there is something deeply satisfying about reading fiction that was written long ago. “The shadows began now to descend larger from the high mountains; the feathered creation had betaken themselves

to their rest,” Fielding writes at the start of chapter IX in book VIII. What beauty there is in that simple composition.

I invite anyone who wants to join me to grab a copy of “Tom Jones” and start reading. As Arlo Guthrie said, only one or two people doing something doesn’t mean much. But if three people do it, others may see an organization. And if 50 people do it, “friends, they may think it’s a movement.”

A movement for classic literature. That would be worthy of mention in The Atlantic or by the Harvard University Press, don’t you think?

YOUR NEWSPAPER ...

STILL THE BEST BUY IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD.

In today’s world, fifty cents doesn’t buy a heck of a lot — except of course, when it comes to your newspaper.

For less than the cost of a bus ride, you can get word from across town or across the nation. For less than the price of a cup of coffee, you can get your fill of food, politics, or whatever else News is your cup of Seaford school News referendum tea. From passes 475-222 cover to cover, Sports Laurel School Board plans to hold your newspaper public meetings on referendum is still the most Sports “streetwise” buy Inside in town!

VOL. 14 NO. 37

hEROES - Desire to help youth excel in life is John’s goal. Page 8

COUNCIL RACE - Seaford City Council election Saturday. Page 5

at RISK - DOE’s Business in Education program may be cut next year. Page 5

HEROES - Desire to help youth excel in life is John’s goal. Page 8

By Lynn R. Parks

BRIDGE - Public invited to ‘open house’ of Indian River Bridge project. Page 11

SCAMS - IRS says to be aware of these latest tax scams. Page 14 ENFORCEMENT - OHS and State Police partner on speed enforcement initiative. Page 15

GREEN - Del Tech’s first Energy House to be built on Georgetown campus. Page 28

FINAL WORD - What is your share of the national debt?

The answer may shock you. Page 51

BRIDGEVILLE CELEBRATES - Fire company member Doug Jones drives the Bridgeville volunteer Fire Company’s 1936 REO Speedwagon fire engine in the Bridgeville volunteer Fire Company’s 100th anniversary parade. Story and related photos about Saturday’s celebration on page 47. Photo by Lynn Parks

BURGESS INvITATIONAL - The Seaford, Woodbridge, and Sussex Tech track and field teams take part in the Keith S. Burgess Invitational. Page 39

BACK IN ACTION - The local high school teams return to action this week. See page 42 for results from Mondays and Tuesdays games.

STARS - A baseball player and a track and field athlete are this week’s Seaford Stars of the Week. Page 41

Contact us

Subscriptions

kcherrix@mspublications.com

Seaford Star Sports

mmcclure@mspublications.com sales@mspublications.com

Seaford and Laurel Star Bridgeville Food lion royal Farms Yoders Shore Stop greenwood Craft deli dollar general delmar Stop & Shop Boulevard Beer rite aid dough Boys X-press Food mart Food lion Bi-State Pharmacy WaWa

Business Report

Bulletin Board Business ChurCh Classifieds eduCation final Word Gas lines Gourmet health letters lynn Parks movies oBituaries oPen houses PoliCe Puzzles sPorts tides tony Windsor

BRIDgE - Public invited to ‘open house’ of Indian River Bridge project. Page 11

The Seaford School District got an OK says to be aware of these latest SCaMS - IRS taxhike scams.

Page from its residents for a tax to pay for14 gOIn’ WEStERn - The Laurel Lions show band practices for their 49th annual variety show, “Lets Go Western,” which will new roofs and elevators. Tuesday’s referbe held April 22 - 24 at 7:30 p.m. at the high school. From left are Jim Littleton on drums, Linda Premo on piano, Bob Murphy on guitar and Cheryl Jones on keyboard. Jeff Premo on saxophone is not pictured. Tickets are $6 for adults and $5 for youngins endum won with 68 percent of the vote. (under 12).

Nearly 700 people voted in the referendum, according to unofficial results posted laDy BullDOgS - The Laurel varsity softball by the Sussex County Department of Electeam hosted Caravel last Thursday in a non-confertions. Of those, 475 voted for battle. the measure ence Page 39 and 222 voted against.

BaCK aCtIOn - The local high school teams “We won!!!” said an e-mail sentInout by returned to action this week following spring break. district spokeswoman Bonnie Johnson.

See page 43 for results from Monday and Tuesday’s games.in the disFor the average homeowner trict, approval of the referendum will StaRS OFmean thE WEEK- A Laurel varsity softball

By Mike McClure meaning Laurel would have to start the trict’s current facilities. That study was an additional $10 a year.player Property andowners a Laurel track and field athlete are this process of requesting state funding all commissioned by the Laurel School The Laurel School Board met last week’s Laurel Stars of the Week. Page 41 pay school taxes based on county assessover again at the end of the year.

District and was conducted by Studio Thursday afternoon to discuss the Discussion of the current plan and JAED, a third party architect and engiments. Average property assessment in the major capital improvement plan which the scheduling of a new referendum neering firm. failed, 1444-1241, in a vote on March district is about $16,000. each died for lack of a motion during According to Marinucci, if the cost 31 and to act on a possible second refContact The additional revenue will helpus pay INSIDE of renovating a school is 50 percent of erendum. In the end, the board chose to Thursday’s meeting. The district plans for new roofs for Central Elementary, Seato hold a pair of public hearings in the the cost to build a new one or more, get more input from the public before Subscriptions Bulletin Board 16 future. the state asks districts to build new ford Middle and West Seaford Elementary setting a second and final vote. kcherrix@mspublications.com Business 6 “If the majority wants us to come facilities (unless the structure has hisschools, as well as a new roof for the gym The Laurel School District had the back with the same thing (plan) we toric, cultural, or architectural signifiChurCh 21 option of sending the proposed plan, LaurelItStar at the Seaford Middle School. will News also will. I’m not saying we will do that,” cance). The district planned to retain which included the construction of a Classifieds 30 pay to replace elevatorseditor@mspublications.com in Seaford Middle said Laurel School Board President the 1920’s/30’s section of the middle middle school/high school complex eduCation 36 Jerry White. “We will not be shooting school and build four new schools with School and Seaford High School. and elementary school complex, back Laurel Star Sports final Word 51 for a May 20 referendum.” the middle school and high school and The state will pay 73sports@mspublications.com percent of the to the public in mid May. A successful John Marinucci, Education the two elementary schools each sharGas lines 36 referendum could have meant funding cost of the roof replacement and elevator Associate for Facility Planning ing a complex.

Gourmet 38 in the FY 2011 state budget, but an Advertising projects. and Management with the state “The cost to renovate in some cases unsuccessful one would have sent the sales@mspublications.com health 24 Department of Education (DOE), was The district will also build a wing on were actually above the cost of a new board back to the drawing board. l etters 50 on hand to explain the process and to school,” Marinucci said. “Going from Central Elementary School to accommoSchool districts can only send an Business Report answer residents’ questions. Marinucci lynn Parks 29 four buildings to three buildings would issue to referendum twice in a 12 date elementary studentsbusinessreport@mspublications.com who are orthopediscussed the study that was used to save money.” mike Barton 49 month period and the district’s cerdically handicapped. Those students curdetermine the need to build new buildBusiness Journal tificates of necessity run out Oct. 31, movies 7 Continued on page 4 rently meet in four classrooms in Frederick ings rather than renovating the disbrichardson@mspublications.com oBituaries 22 Douglass Elementary School. The state oPen houses 10 will pay 100 percent of the cost of that PoliCe 12 construction.

Puzzles 20 Screenings and Total project cost will be about $6.6 soCials 49 Health Symposium Activities for the million. Of that, the district will pay 9am - 2pm s Ports 39-45 $1.172 million and the state the balance.

ENTIRE family. tides 44 Atlanta Road Alliance Church, Seaford, DE tony Windsor 37 FREE Snack Bag - Information Booths - Door Prizes

16-19 6 21-22 30-35 36 51 SEAFORD CELEBRATES - State Rep. Danny Short presents the Seaford 36 volunteer Fire Department’s Ladies Auxiliary with a proclamation from the House of Representatives in recognition of their 75th anniversary. The presenta38 tion was made during SvFD’s annual banquet. Receiving the proclamation are 24-27 Ginny Tice (left), vice president, and Donna Bennett, president of the auxiliary.

50 More photos from the banquet on pages 46 and 48. Photo by Chuck Snyder 29 7 22 10 Screenings 12 Health Symposium 20 9am - 2pm 39-45 44Atlanta Road Alliance Church, Seaford, DE 37FREE Snack Bag - Information Booths - Door Prizes

NEWSSTAND LOCATIONS

Seaford Star News

editor@mspublications.com

Advertising

50 cents

KIDS FIRSt - Children’s health is the focus of two weekend events. Page 3

KIDS FIRST - Children’s health is the focus of two weekend events. Page 3

CLASS PLAY - Seaford Middle School students presenting Beauty and the Beast Jr. musical. Page 49

THURSDAY, APRIL 15, 2010

ItalIan nIght - The Laurel Fire Department Auxiliary hold their first Italian Night on April 17.

50 will cents The buffet will be at the fire hall on 205 W. Tenth Street, from 5 - 8 p.m. Tickets are $15 per person or $25 per couple. Children 10 and under are free.

For tickets contact Ann at 875-4789 or Sandy at 875-2164.

THURSDAY, ApRil 15, 2010

vol. 14 No. 51

businessreport@mspublications.com

Business Journal

brichardson@mspublications.com

“A Healthy Family Affair” MAY 1, 2010

“A Healthy Family Affair” MAY 1, 2010

and

geOrgeTOWN Bodies market laurel ram deli Shore Stop laurel dutch inn rite aid Stop & Shop Food lion dollar general Bargain Bills laurel exxon royal Farms Sandy Fork Sussex machine Works

NEW LOCATION

SeaFOrd rite aid Shore Stop dollar general Super Soda Center royal Farms uncle Willies Frans dairy de-lux dairy middleford deli mernie’s

if you are a business and would like to sell the Seaford or laurel Star, call 302-629-9788.

Mernie’s Market Seaford

MORNING STAR • JuNe 17 - 23, 2010

PAGe 23

First round of prescription checks mailed to Delaware seniors Senators Tom Carper and Ted Kaufman (both D-Del.) recently announced that the first round of checks have been mailed to help Delaware seniors with the cost of their prescription drugs in the Medicare Part D coverage gap, known as the “donut hole.”

On Thursday, June 10, the tax-free, $250 rebate checks were mailed to seniors who have already hit the Medicare

People

Rhonda McDowell and Dominic Cipolla

McDowell, Cipolla to wed in fall

Dr. Dorothea McDowell announces the engagement of her daughter, Rhonda Lee McDowell of Laurel, to Dominic Angelo Cipolla of Harbeson.

Dominic is the son of Michael and Susan Cipolla of New Castle.

Rhonda is also the daughter of the late Ron McDowell of Laurel.

Rhonda, a 2001 graduate of Laurel Senior High School, attended Pepperdine University in Malibu, Calif. She is the manager of Hallmark Store #70 in Seaford and is the district trainer for Hallmark Corporate stores.

Dominic is a 1993 graduate of Hodgson High School and attended Western Carolina University in Asheville, N.C. He is the owner and operator of Coastal Custom Services specializing in flooring installation.

A small gathering of family and friends is planned for a mid-October wedding.

“donut hole” and do not receive Medicare Extra Help. Just one of the benefits of the healthcare reform bill, checks will be mailed each month in 2010 to seniors as they encounter the gap in their prescription drug coverage.

Last year, approximately 11,900 Medicare beneficiaries in Delaware hit the “donut hole” and did not qualify for Medicare Extra Help to defray the cost of their

prescription drugs.

Starting in 2011, Delaware Medicare beneficiaries who do not receive Medicare Extra Help will receive a 50 percent discount on brand-name drugs and biologics they purchase when they are in the coverage gap. The coverage in the gap will increase on top of the discount until 2020, when the “donut hole” will be completely closed.

The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act also provides free annual wellness visits for Delaware seniors and eliminates deductibles, copayments, and other cost-sharing for preventive care. The law includes incentives for care coordination to improve health care quality and to better spend the more than 90 percent of Medicare dollars spent on treating chronic conditions.

In addition, the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act works to protect Delaware seniors from fraud and identity theft scams. The Department of Health and Human Services and the Department of Justice will convene a series of regional fraud prevention summits and invite top federal and Delaware officials to help ensure fraud is being reduced across the country.

PAGE 24

MORNING STAR • JUNE 17 - 23, 2010

Shown (l to r) are Sussex Tech’s representatives on the Gold football team: Aikeem Brewer, Brad Ellingsworth, Dylan Fox, Joe Casullo, and Drew Hitchens. Photo by Mike McClure

Western Sussex players gear up for 55th Annual Blue-Gold football game

By Mike McClure

The Blue-Gold all-star football game, sponsored by the Delaware Foundation for Reaching Citizens with intellectual disabilities (DFRC), will celebrate its 55th year next Saturday at the University of Delaware. The two teams’ coaches have extensive experience with the annual contest.

Former Sussex Tech head football coach Bill Collick, who was recently hired

by Cape Henlopen, played in the game in 1970. While this is the first time he has coached the team, his cousin and son also played for the Gold squad.

“When you look at the cause and what it’s for, it’s quite special,” said Collick.

“I think any kid that plays high school football in Delaware aspires to play in this game.”

Blue coach Mike Ryan of McKean was a team captain for the Blue in 1988 and has served as an assistant coach four times.

This year’s Gold squad includes 11 Western Sussex players including: Sussex Tech’s Aikeem Brewer, Brad Ellingsworth, Joe Casullo, Dylan Fox, and Andrew Hitchens; Delmar’s James Lee and Scott Kunkowski; Laurel’s Nick Munoz; Seaford’s Deshawn McIvor; and Woodbridge’s T.J. Jefferson and Trevor Wescott.

“It’s going to be a great way to end our high school football careers,” Brewer said of playing on the Blue Hens’ field.

“I couldn’t imagine playing on a field in front of that many people,” said Kunkowski.

“It’s definitely going to be a different experience,” McIvor added.

The five Sussex Tech grads will have a chance to play for Collick and his assistants one last time in Saturday’s game.

“It’s a great opportunity to play for him again,” said Casullo.

Other players, once rivals, will be playing together for the first time. “I never would’ve thought I’d have a Laurel sticker

SOCCER AWARDS- The Seaford High School girls’ soccer program recently held its banquet and awarded trophies to members of the JV and varsity teams. Pictured (l to r) are: standing- Assistant Coach Tracie Smith, JV Most Improved Player- Verstel Ponder, Varsity Best Defensive Player- Maryann Hicks, Varsity Best Offensive Player- Maria DeMott, JV Best Defensive Player- Martha Lamb, JV Most Valuable Player- Alexis Hawkins and Varsity Head Coach Scott Bleile; sitting- Varsity Most Improved Player- Paige Venables, Varsity Co-MVP players Erin Wootten and Kelsey Hoch, and JV Best Offensive Player- Fabricia Barcellos.

Derrik Gibson’s Minor League stats (as of June 13) The following are stats for Seaford graduate Derrik Gibson who is playing for the Greenville Drive of the South Atlantic League: 55 G, 53-227, .233, 7 2B, 1 3B, 1 HR, 28 R, 19 RBI, 17 SB, 2 CS

Trevor Wescott

on my helmet,” Kunkowski said.

Munoz, the lone Laurel player, echoed those sentiments. From Pop Warner to varsity football, he has always donned the red and white.

A family affair- Nick’s grandfather William Thomas Boyce played in the second Blue-Gold game while older brother Seth took part in the 50th annual contest in 2005. Jefferson’s cousin G.L. Jefferson and uncles George and Richard also played for the Gold while his sister, Erin, was a cheerleader. Wescott’s brother, Jordan, also represented the Raiders in the game.

Buddies- The hand-in-hand program, which matches the games participants with people with intellectual disabilities, became a part of the Blue-Gold game in 1974. This year’s Gold buddy is Jessika Kulley of Seaford. Kulley is a freshman at Woodbridge High School and is involved with the marching band and the drama club. She is matched with the Sussex Tech Continued on page 25

Former Sussex Tech head football coach Bill Collick talks about the Blue-Gold football game during a media day press conference last Sunday. Collick played in the game in 1970 and his son represented the Ravens in 2003. Photo by Mike McClure

MORNING STAR • JUNE 17 - 23, 2010

Blue-Gold football continued

representatives.

“It’s eye opening. It’s been a good experience,” Ellingsworth said.

“It gives you a different perspective,” added Hitchens.

Kunkowski is matched with Bradley Moore, who he took bowling earlier this year. “He’s a lot of fun,” Kunkowski said.

“Getting to know him is a pretty good experience. Everybody should experience something like that. You get to appreciate what you have in life,” said Munoz, who is matched with Matthew Wingate.

Future plans- Many of the Western Sussex players will play football in college next Fall. Kunkowski will attend McDaniel College where he will also study business administration.

Casullo is going to James Madison University where he will play football and major in psychology. Hitchens plans to play football and study political science at Kutztown University.

Fox, a fire science major, is looking to make the Eastern Kentucky University football team as a walk on.

Brewer, who will study electrical engineering at the University of Pittsburgh at Greensburg, is also hoping to play football there.

Munoz will attend Delaware Tech in

the Fall. He plans to transfer to Salisbury University in the spring where he will major in physical therapy and play football. Lee, who will attend Wor Wic Community College, also hopes to transfer to Salisbury University and study business.

McIvor will go to Valley Forge Military College before transferring to the University of Delaware to study marine biology.

Jefferson will play baseball and study exercise science at Wesley College.

Ellingsworth plans to study secondary education at Delaware Technical and Community College. He also plans to “return to his roots” as Laurel Pop Warner coach.

Wescott is still undecided. He may play football or baseball at a Delaware school.

While there is great potential in the local athletes’ future, right now their focus on preparing for one of the biggest games of their lives.

“It’s really a big honor. I feel privileged,” said Jefferson.

“It’s going to be great, everybody’s going to be there,” Lee added.

Other participants- The following is a list of the other local participants slated to take part in Saturday’s game: ambassadors- Sussex Tech’s Justin Allen and Tori Seuss; Laurel’s Chris Cutsail and Lauren Hitch; Woodbridge’s Jere Hutson and Di-

Hooper wins first Super Pro race of season at U.S. 13 Dragway

By Charlie Brown

Ronnie Hooper of Cambridge posted his first win of the season Friday night at the U.S. 13 Dragway. Tim Foskey, Jr. of Rhodesdale, Md. triumphed in Pro and Anthony Buckson rode to his second straight win in Pro Bike. Other winners included: Crystal Hudson of Millsboro in Street Eliminator; Jason Snead of Georgetown in Import; Bradley Nickerson of Clayton, Del. in Bike Trophy; Bradley Keyton of Severn, Md. in Jr. Dragster 1 and Shelby Bireley of Salisbury in Jr. Dragster 2.

Hooper in his ’74 Vega faced Rex Lilley of Laurel in his ’88 Mustang in the Super Pro final. Hooper had the better reaction light and took the win with a 10.308/126.03 on a 10.25 dial-in. Lilley ran an 8.797/152.36 on an 8.77 dial. Semi-finalists were Tommy Ketterman of Salisbury who lost to Lilley and Veanetta Ennis of Pocomoke City who lost to Hooper.

Foskey in his ’66 Chevelle met Kevin Parks of Greensboro, Md. in his ’72 Vega in the Pro final. Foskey had the better reaction and was on his dial to take the win with a 9.589/135.17 on a 9.58 dial. Parks broke out with a 10.137 on a 10.16 dial. Semi-finalists were Roger Ridgeway, Jr. of Dover who lost to Parks and Vincent Wade of Eden, Md. who lost to Foskey. Buckson on his Suzuki rode up against Charles Nock of Greenwood on his Suzuki in the Pro Bike final. Buckson took his third win of the season with an 11.110/114.63 on an 11.06 dial. Nock had a 9.478/146.29 on a 9.04 dial. Semi-finalist was Ron Fensick, II of Bridgeville, who lost to Nock.

Defending Street champion Crystal Hudson was matched against Andy Davenport of Seaford in the Street final. Hudson posted her third win with an 11.483/106.73 on an 11.43 for the win. Davenport ran a 17.606/78.92 on a 17.53. Snead defeated Erik Seal of Laurel in the Import final. Snead ran a 13.532/82.67 on a 13.30 dial. Seal had a 17.150/80.65 on a 16.90 dial. In Bike Trophy it was Nickerson over Ray Purnell of Ellendale. Purnell had the better reaction but didn’t run his dial and Nickerson got the win with an 11.307/122.13 on an 11.20 dial.

Purnell had an 11.176/101.70 on a 10.30 dial.

The Jr. Dragster 1 final paired Keyton and Kody Mariner of Salisbury. Kody broke and Keyton got his first U.S. 13 win with a 9.142/68.90 on a 9.11 dial. In Jr. Dragster 2 it was Shelby Bireley taking on Cortney Cathell. The defending champion, Bireley, took the win with a 7.907/82.04 on a 7.90 dial while Cathell ran an 8.144/78.65 on an 8.11 dial.

Lee Schoolfield of Salisbury was involved in a scary crash in the Super Pro eliminations. Schoolfield’s dragster went out of control at the finish line flipping several times and breaking in half. Bunky Truitt made contact with the crashing car but was able to maintain control. Fortunately both drivers were uninjured. Schoolfield would like to thank all those that came to his assistance after the crash.

PAGE 25

The Gold team poses for a photo during the Blue-Gold all-star football media day which took place last weekend at the University of Delaware. The 55th annual contest, which benefits organizations helping citizens with intellectual disabilities, will take place on Saturday. Photo by Mike McClure

ogenin Matos; Delmar’s Mary Niblett; junior ambassadors- Laurel’s Lindsay Dolby and Ryne Wood; Woodbridge’s Kelsey Johnson and Kate Mullett; Delmar’s Shannon Webb and Hannah Wilkinson; bandLaurel’s Taryn Laux, Amanda McGarvey,

Johanna Ray, Elizabeth Waite, Adam Bennett, Justin Collins, Amber Cooper, David Cornish, Skylar Hunt, and Corey Johnson and Sussex Tech’s Bryce Wharton; cheerleaders- Sussex Tech’s Denay Lucas and Delmar’s Donna Simms.

Send us your sports scores - it’s easy!

Coaches and parents are invited to send any team scores that they would like to see featured in the Star. Items can be e-mailed to sports@ mspublications.com or faxed to 302-629-9243.

I’m Mary Ann McAllister, a poultry producer from Laurel, Del.

I’m Raymond Harrison, a soybean farmer from Trappe, Md.

Together, we raise our community’s standard of living.

We are neighbors who share the same commitment to our families, our businesses and our future. Delaware’s livestock producers, poultry producers and soybean farmers all believe in hometown values and creating better lives.

From over 503,000 tons of locally grown soybean meal Delaware producers feed their livestock and poultry to the more than $40 million in tax revenue and nearly 5,000 jobs that they generate for our communities, the answer is clear. Delaware needs livestock and poultry producers. We can work together for a stronger Delaware.

www.animalag.org ©2010 United Soybean Board [38420-AAI-Poultry-DE-6/10]

www.desoybeans.org

PAGE 26

MORNING STAR • JUNE 17 - 23, 2010

A view from the cheap seats

By Mike McClure, Star Sports Editor

Post 6 pitcher Eric Sharff comes home with a pitch during his team’s home loss to Fox Post 2 last Tuesday in Seaford. Photo by Mike McClure

Post 6 Patriots fall to Fox Post 2 in American Legion opener

By Lynn Schofer The first home game of the 2010 American Legion baseball season was completed last Tuesday in Seaford as the Post 6 Patriots hosted Fox Post 2. Fox Post 2 scored in almost every inning to win their first game of the season, 18-6, while the Patriots fell to 1-2.

The game was close in the early innings and although Fox Post opened the first inning with two runs, pitcher Eric Sharff received some help from his defense when Zach Reynolds flipped to Casey Zitvogel who threw to first for the double play. Sharff then ended the inning with a strikeout spoiling Fox’s chance for a big first inning.

Sussex West sent eight batters to the box in the bottom of the first, scoring four times on base hits by Adam Troyer, Dylan Shockley, Zach Reynolds, and Chad Sturgeon.

It was in the top of the third that the seams began to unwind for Post 6, allowing five runs on a wild pitch and two throwing errors. Sharff gave up a single and triple that moved the Fox Post to within one run but worked hard and struck out the next batter.

Fox Post tied the score on a wild pitch and followed with three straight base hits, a hit batter, and an error that gave Fox the 7-4 lead.

Hunter Absher opened the fourth inning with a base hit followed by a walk to Jake Williams and Jordan Stanley. Tyler Troyer drove two men in on a double and Sussex West was within reach.

Fox Post 2 would respond by adding a run in both the fifth and sixth innings. Post 6 was unable to contain the offense of Fox Post and in the sixth inning Fox’s Tommy Dill quickly added to the lead with his two-run home run.

Later in the inning Fox’s Kevin O’Shea’s right field double gave Fox an eight-run lead. The Patriots went quickly in the sixth inning and Fox Post 2 returned to the plate in the seventh to put up four more runs on three hits and three errors. Nanticoke posted seven errors in the 18-6 loss.

Reynolds and Shockley each had two hits and Jordan Stanley, Tyler Troyer, Adam Troyer, Sturgeon, Hunter Absher, and Justin Allen each had one hit in the loss.

Sometimes there is a lot of hype about a player for a reason. Such is the case with Washington Nationals (or Natinals as the team’s jerseys read last year) pitcher Stephen Strasburg.

Strasburg, the Nationals’ number one pick out of San Diego State a year ago, built up a great deal of anticipation as he mowed through AA and AAA this Spring.

As a result, there was a lot of hype going into the 23-year-old’s Major League debut against the Pittsburgh Pirates last week.

Some pundits (Curt Schilling) predicted he would automatically become one of the game’s best pitchers while others projected mediocre numbers for the rookie pitcher.

While it is still questionable whether he’ll be consistently dominate throughout the season, there is no doubt that the nay sayers were dead wrong.

Strasburg, who has allowed three runs and six hits and has 22 strikeouts in 12 and a third innings, is the real deal.

You don’t know how much this pains me to admit. As an Orioles’ and Phillies’ fan and a Nationals’ and Yankees’ hater, I don’t like to see my teams’ foes get good players. Just having Strasburg will not automatically make Washington a contender, but it’s a start.

The Orioles on the other hand, are going in the opposite direction. Baltimore drafted Jaime Garcia in the 30th round in 2004 but chose not to sign him due to a poorly translated test given to the young pitcher from Mexico. So Garcia re-entered the draft in 2005 and went to the St. Louis Cardinals in the 22nd round.

After playing in the Futures game in 2008 and having Tommy John surgery the following off-season, Garcia is up with the Cards and is likely going to make the all-star team (6-2, 1.49, 72.1 IP, 59K). Too bad the Orioles can’t fire

their owner instead of their manager.

All-American- Recent Salisbury University graduate Lauren Correll of Bridgeville received yet another honor when she was selected to the 2010 ESPN the Magazine Academic AllAmerica Women’s At Large second team. Correll, a key member of the school’s national champion field hockey team, had a 3.88 GPA The Sussex Tech alum also earned a spot on the 2009 NFHCA Division III National Academic Squad. On the field, she tallied 78 goals and 178 points in her collegiate career, the second most in school history. Correll was selected as a third team All-American, second team Eastern College Athletic Conference Division III Mid-Atlantic, and first team Capital Athletic Conference.

Blue Hens- All of the sudden Sussex County has gained the attention of the University of Delaware. Delmar grad Mallory Elliott will be attending the school and playing field hockey, joining fellow Wildcat Dylan Shupe, who will play baseball there. Laurel’s Chris Cutsail is hoping to join the Blue Hens’ baseball team as a walk-on. Former Bulldog Cody Bristow has played football at the school for the past two seasons after making it as a walk-on.

Blue-White, Blue-Gold- Delmar grad Corie Elliott represented the Wildcats in the Blue-White soccer game last week. Elliott also received third team all-state honors. Sussex Tech grad Justin Allen of Laurel was the MVP for the Gold team in the Blue-Gold baseball team after hitting a two-run triple.

Quick hits- Sussex Tech’s Matt King of Seaford was missing from the photo of the Ravens’ baseball team and was not listed in the caption in last week’s paper. Sam Grahovac’s name was also misspelled. The Star apologizes for these mistakes.

Catalfamo nets three goals in Blue-White game Delmarva Christian’s Tom Catalfamo scored three goals and dished out one assist in the Blue-White boys’ lacrosse senior all-star game last Saturday. Delmar’s Jose Flores and Sussex Tech’s David Fluharty were also selected to play in the game.

Post 6 Patriots split a pair of weekend doubleheaders

The Post 6 Patriots split doubleheaders against Delvets and Delaware Post 1 in games last weekend. Sussex West moved to 3-4 after going 2-2 in games last Saturday and Sunday.

On Saturday, Post 6 scored three runs in the first and seven in the second and held on for a 12-11 win over Delvets in game one. Kegan Yossick had two doubles, a run, and four RBIs; Jordan Stanley collected two hits including a double and had two runs and two RBIs; Tyler Troyer went 3-5 with three runs and two RBIs; and Ryan Craft was 1-2 with a run and an RBI. Delvets took game two by the score of 10-4. Tyler Absher went 2-4 with two RBIs and Jamil Moore added two hits and a run for the Patriots.

Sussex West won the opening game of Sunday’s twin bill against Delaware Post 1, 9-8. Stanley, Tyler Troyer, and Moore each had two hits and two runs.

The Patriots scored four in the seventh to tie the game before adding a run in the ninth for the win. Conner Cooper allowed no runs and no hits while striking our three in one and two thirds innings of relief for the win.

Delaware Post 1 won the second game, 11-5, despite Chad Sturgeon’s homer and three RBIs in the loss.

Covering all the local sports, the Seaford/Laurel Star.

MORNING STAR • JUNE 17 - 23, 2010

PAGE 27

Seaford Star Little League scoreboard (week of 5/24) Nanticoke Little League- Minor League baseballOrioles 1, Red Sox 0- After regulation, the game was 0-0, which is unheard of in Minor League baseball. Caden Dickerson scored the winning run in extra innings on an RBI single from Christian Chandler.

Both teams played really good defense.

The pitching was great, but kids were putting the ball in play and fielders did their jobs. It was impressive to see.

For the Orioles, Dickerson stole two bases and scored the winning run; Ethan Lambert went 1-3 with a pair of stolen bases; Chandler had a hit and the gamewinning RBI; and Tyler Elzey and Bubba White each went 1-2. Lambert allowed no runs and three hits and struck out 10 while walking one in five innings. Elzey pitched the final two shutout innings, walking one while striking out five.

For the Red Sox, Brady Parks went 2-3 and Derek Johnson was 1-2. Dustin Rolf threw four shutout innings, allowing only two hits, two walks, and striking out eight.

Dylan Arminger allowed only one run on two hits with four strikeouts in three innings Laurel Little League- Major League softball- Carey’s Towing 13, Wash-NVac 1- For Carey’s Towing, Hannah Layton went 2-4 with a double; Rachel Davis Ryan Swingle of the Nanticoke Orioles was 3-4 with a pair doubles; and Regan Green had four hits including two doubles, takes an inside pitch during his team’s a triple, and a home run and struck out 19 game in Laurel last Thursday. Photo by Mike McClure batters. Kelsey Ridpath drew three walks, Shyla Timmons and Angie Monteleone each had a pair of walks, Alexis Newman drove in a run, and Lexi Harris got the game ball for her work as the team’s catcher.

For Wash-N-Vac, Breennah Bell and Tristen West each had a hit and Lexi Ullman recorded eight strikeouts.

No results were submitted by the Woodbidge Little League.

The Orioles’ Zachary Zalewski stands at the plate during a recent Nanticoke Little League Minor League baseball game.

Oriole Shianna Nunemann shows good form in her delivery to the plate in last week’s Nanticoke Little League softball game. Photo by Lynn Schofer

Pettyjohn collects $3,750 pay day in Elk Mooneyham Memorial

By Charlie Brown Ten-time Super Late Model champion Kenny Pettyjohn returned to action on Saturday night for the 30-lap Elk Mooneyham Memorial which posted a $2,500 bonus to the winner and came away with the big payday.

Pettyjohn started on the pole by virtue of winning his heat then having his crew member win an unusual contest. Crew members from the top two finishers in the heats had to eat a hot dog and drink a large Pepsi then sprint 50 yards to finish line!

Pettyjohn’s crew member was the quickest earning him the pole.

Ricky Elliott started in the second spot and immediately gave chase with David Hill and Mark Pettyjohn dueling for third. Mark Pettyjohn took the third spot from Hill then drove by Elliott for second.

The yellow was out on lap 11 and on the restart, Elliott moved back into the second spot. Mark Pettyjohn’s chances ended on lap 14 when the front suspension broke bringing out the yellow.

Hill grabbed second on the halfway restart and Mark Byram moved by Elliott for third. With 10 to go Kenny Pettyjohn held a 2.5 second lead over Hill as Elliott got back by Byram for third.

A pair of yellows on lap 23 and one on lap 24 kept the field tightly bunched. Elliott had saved his tires and began his move with three to go as he pulled past Hill. Rob Schirmer also turned up the wick following Elliott into third.

Elliott made a bid for the lead on the final lap but Pettyjohn had also saved a little for the end and held on in the ASI/KPR/Rocket taking the win by .197 seconds over Elliott. “I really don’t like starting on the pole but I have to thank my crew there,” said Pettyjohn. “I knew Rick was probably saving his tires and I was too. I did some business with Mr. Mooneyham and it tickles me to win tonight because he was a nice fellow.”

Heats were won by Kenny Pettyjohn and Elliott. Donald Lingo, Jr. received a $1,500 bonus for being the first finishing track regular running on the American Racer track tire.

The 15-lap Crate Model feature was an exciting event especially for Justin Breeding who took full advantage of his pole starting position to earn his first career win.

Jack Mullins, Jr. gave chase from second as Matt Hill worked by Joe Warren for third.

The yellow was out at the halfway sign for a spin. Breeding had a great restart as Hill, Tyler Reed and Mullins battle for second. Mullins regained second with three to go and Reed followed into third.

Breeding would make no mistakes as he took his first win in the Mark Breeding and Son Excavating/Rocket and the $100 bonus. Mullins settled for second with Reed third, Hill fourth and Warren fifth. Fast time in qualifying was set by Eric Vent.

SPRING SPORTS SCRAPBOOK- Woodbridge’s Kim Albanese dribbles the ball during her team’s girls’ soccer game against Delmar. Photo by Mike McClure

Seaford and Woodbridge’s source for sports: the Star

PAGE 28

MORNING STAR • JUNE 17 - 23, 2010

The Heritage Shores 18 Hole Ladies held their Third Annual Member-Guest event on May 20 and 21. The tournament theme was Flights of the Butterfly. Cynthia McDevitt, right, and Arsie Burton placed second in the Monarch Flight.

Georgie and Mary Ann Arneson placed second in the Emperor Flight at the recent Heritage Shored 18 Hole Ladies member-guest event.

Placing first in the Emperor Flight at the Heritage Shores 18 Hole Ladies memberguest tournament were Kathleen Alvarez, left, and Kathleen Garvey

Ursula Gardner, right, and Renee Morris, placed first in the Viceroy Flight at the recent Heritage Shores 18 Hole Ladies memberguest event.

TIDE CHART SUDOKU ANSWERS:

PUZZLE SOLUTIONS

The Heritage Shores 18 Hole Ladies Golf Association presented a check the Food Bank of Delaware for $1,115. The donation was raised through raffles, a Chinese auction, and generous donations surrounding their Member-Guest Golf Tournament.

Presenting the check is Joanie VanOostrom-Phipps, Member-Guest Chairperson (right) to Crystal Timmons, representative of the Food Bank of Delaware.

SHARPTOWN

06/18 L-4:39A H-10:37A L-5:06P 06/19 L-5:45A H-11:35A L-6:02P

06/20 06/21 06/22 06/23 06/24

H-12:23A H-1:27A H-2:28A H-3:26A H-4:19A

L-6:53A L-8:01A L-9:04A L-10:01A L-10:53A

H-12:38P H-1:44P H-2:50P H-3:51P H-4:45P

H-11:21P L-6:59P L-7:57P L-8:53P L-9:48P L-10:39P

See more tides at www.saltwatertides.com

MORNING STAR • JUNE 17 - 23, 2010

PAGE 29

Western Sussex players named to Carpenter Cup baseball team

The following Western Sussex baseball players have been named to the Delaware South Carpenter Cup baseball team, which began play on Monday: James Smith, Sussex Tech, pitcher; Eric Sharff, Sussex Tech, first baseman; Casey Zitvogel, Delmarva Christian, second baseman; and C.J. Pleasants, Woodbridge, third baseman. Delmarva Christian head coach Ed Zitvogel is one of the team’s assistant coaches under manager Todd Brock of Sussex Central.

Delaware South was eliminated by defending champion Burlington County (N.J.) on Monday. Delaware South held a 5-4 lead through the first six innings but fell, 13-6. The Carpenter Cup softball tournament begins June 21. No information has been provided on the Delaware South softball team.

Delmarva Christian High, FCA offer multi-sport day camp

Collin Butterworth of Laurel High School teamed with his sister, Alex, to win a silver medal in the bocce doubles competition at the 40th Annual Special Olympics Delaware Summer Games which were held last weekend. Photo by Jon Buzby

Delmarva Christian High School, in partnership with the Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA), will be hosting a Multi-Sport Day Camp for youth 10 to 15 years of age from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. on June 21- 24. The camp will be filled with outstanding competition and spiritual impact. The theme for this year’s summer camp is based on Romans 12:2 and entitled “Inside Out.” Every camper will be encouraged to be “Inside-Out” spiritually and athletically as they spend time pursuing the goals set before them. Sports offered include basketball, field hockey, soccer, cheerleading, lacrosse, football, baseball, softball, and golf.

Besides all the sports training, leadership, athletics, friendship and fun, campers will also receive an official FCA 2010 TEAMMATE t-shirt, camp lanyard and FCA athletes bible with study help.

To register, visit www.fcacamps.org <http://www.fcacamps.org> or call 1-800289-0909. A registration fee of $125 is required. If financial assistance is needed email Chambers at rchambers@fca.org.

Greg Atkins of Seaford takes aim during the bocce doubles competition at the Special Olympics Summer Games. Atkins and his partner, Douglas Webb, of Georgetown, won a silver medal for the Landsharks team at the event. Looking on is coach Judy Smith, of Long Neck. Photo by Jon Buzby

55th Annual DFRC Blue-Gold All�Star Football Game Saturday June 19, 2010 - 6 PM Delaware Stadium - Newark Alex Butterworth, left, and her brother, Collin, pose with Rockie Bluewinkle, mascot of the Wilmington Blue Rocks, in the Olympics Village at the Special Olympics Delaware Summer Games. Photo by Jon Buzby

Ticket Info - www.blue-gold.org or call 302.454.2730

PAGE 30

MORNING STAR • JUNE 17 - 23, 2010

Seaford Bowling Lanes

Wednesday No Tap

Diamond Girls 15-5 Nine Pins 12-8 Del-Tech Duo 12-8 Cowboys 12-8 The Jets 11-9 The Cougars 10-10 Us Two 9-11 Team X 9-11 The Breadwinners 8-12 R and M 8-12 Getter Dun 7-13 Seaford Lanes 7-13 High games and series

Mike Baker 1038 Judi Uccello

376, 358, 973

Wed. Summer Adult/Youth

Young and Restless 14-6 Fatal Hour 13-7 Four for Fun 13-7 Pin Bombers 10-10 Brads and Dads 9-11 Roadrunners 9-11 Lucky Strikes 5-15 High games and series Paul Bennington 294, 820

Thersa Richey Robert Bay Taylor Richey

250, 715 304, 803 308, 831

Tuesday Nascar

Yankee Haters 13-7 Lost 11-9 J.R.’s Crew 11-9 Ain’t Nobody Home 10-10 Vacationers 10-10 It Doesn’t Matter 5-15 High games and series Terry Downing 302, 785 Linda Taylor 296 Jean Kriner 750

Peterson Points Mark Benson Abdrew Parlier Clay Tobin Mike Rossy Garrett Sammons Matt Sammons Doug Duks Nick Wheatley Joe Holloway Brandon Hopkins Ken Bland Brentt Abbott

6010 5942 5926 5900 5898 5686 5568 5404 5180 5154 4982 4942

SEAFORD BOWLING LANES Home of Galactic BowlinG

629-9778

302

Nylon Capital Shopping Center Seaford, DE

This week in Star sports history

FIVE YEARS AGO- The Blue team beat the Gold, 9-5, in the Blue-Gold baseball game which was played at Frawley Stadium in Wilmington. Seaford’s Jude McGarvey; Woodbridge’s Richard Idler, Chuckie Jefferson, and Blake Little; Sussex Tech’s Jay Marsh and Addison Mow; and Delmar’s Brian Green played for Gold.

Sussex Tech High School retired the uniforms of wrestlers Donald and Daniel Waters of Laurel.

TWISTERS- Pictured (l to r) above is the USA Gymnastics State Champion Level 4 team: bottom row: Erin Lambertson, Erin Hurley, Becky Maupin, Savanna Jurist, Alyvia Ciurca, Clarice Pamplona, Olivia Beard; second row: Chelsea Van Vonno, Maggie Mitchell, Nay’yarrah Winder, Victoria Dixon, Joey Guard, Skyler Mahoney; third row: Alyssa Weldon, October Gradows, Jessie Lupiwok; back row: Sierra Eisemann, Piper Connors, Aryan Peters, Amiyah Rounds, Jada Saunders, and Rachel Hobbs.

WSBGC to host Summer Sizzling Shooters League The Western Sussex Boys and Girls Club is hosting the Summer Sizzling Shooters basketball league this summer. This co-ed league is for ages 6 through 18 with the following age groups: Under 9: ages 6-8; Under 12: ages 9-11; Under 15: ages 12-14; Under 19: ages 15-18.

The registration fee is $10 for club members and $25 for non-club members ($15 covers one year membership dues). Participants may register at the club Monday through Friday from noon to 6 p.m. Registration is open through June 25 with league play taking place June 29-July 27.

Games will take place as follows: U9: Tuesdays 5:30–6:30 p.m.; U12: Thursday 5:30–6:30 p.m.; U15: Tuesdays 6:30-8:30 p.m.; U19: Thursdays 6:30–8:30 p.m.

Please contact Brock Gordy at 302-875-4880 or bgordy@bgclubs.org for more information..

Tyrant Wrestling camp to take place June 21-25 at Sussex Tech The Tyrant Wrestling Camp will take place June 21-25 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Sussex Tech High School. Pre-registration is encouraged, however, walk-ins will be accepted. for ages K-12 and all skill levels. For more information call 302-530-3410, e-mail tyrantwrestling.com or visit tyrantwrestling.com.

July Jumpoff Basketball Tournament begins July 2

The Western Sussex Boys and Girls Club’s July Jumpoff indoor basketball tournament will take place at the Laurel Boys and Girls Club starting July 2.

The cost of registration for this 5 vs. 5 tournament (maximum of 10 per team) is $10 per person. This is a double elimination tournament. Teams will choose a team color at registration.

All basketball rules apply for this tourney. There will be zero tolerance for unsportsmanlike conduct with no refunds. Games will be two 20 minute halves with two time-outs per half.

Trophies and medals will be awarded to the first place teams. Admission is $1 for non-players. Concessions will be available for purchase.

The five divisions are: Intermediate: fifth and sixth grade; Middle: seventh and eighth grade; high school: ninth-12th grade; Men’s Open: 18 and up; Women’s Open.

Please call Brock at 302-875-4880 or Bgordy@bgclubs.org for more information.

LITTLE LEAGUE- Art Collins catcher Colby Cambron steps on home plate for the force out, beating the Nanticoke Concrete runner during a Little League baseball game last Thursday in Laurel. Photo by Mike McClure

Sports at the Beach to host Akadema Pro Softball Camp

Delmarva Basketball Camp to take place at Laurel High

Sports at the Beach in Georgetown is hosting an Akadema Pro Softball Camp June 27–30. This camp will cover all aspects of fast pitch softball for grades nine through 12. Fundamental skills will be emphasized and the latest advanced techniques and strategies will be taught by a highly skilled group of coaches and staff: Jeff Savage, head coach at Delaware State University; Laura Streets, assistant coach at Delaware State University and Janice Savage, assistant coach at the University of North Florida.

The cost of the camp is $375 to stay on-site and $225 for off-site. For further information contact David Doherty at 302-236-9268 or register online at www.sportsatthebeach.com

Sports at the Beach to host Akadena Pro Baseball Camp

Sports at the Beach in Georgetown is hosting an Akadema Pro Baseball Camp June 20 – 24, 2010. This five-day camp is for the player who truly wants to be challenged to improve his game. Instruction will be provided by the staff of Akadema Pro Player Academy, one of the finest teaching facilities in the country.

Included with camp registration is an Akadema gift pack, three meals per day, daily recreation time, skills contest and nightly games. This camp is for ages 10 through 15. The cost of the camp is $375 to stay on-site and $225 for off-site. For more info contact David Doherty at 302-236-9268 or register at www.sportsatthebeach.com

The inaugural Delmarva Basketball Camp will take place in the Laurel High School gym Monday, June 21 through Thursday June 24 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The cost of the camp, which is open to children ages 7-18, is $90 ($100 for on-site registration). Registration will take place from 8-9 a.m. on June 21.

Campers should arrive dressed to participate (in a t-shirt, shorts and sneakers).

Awards will be given to the top performers in each age group at the end of the week.

Cold water and Gatorade will be provided by the camp. Each camper will also receive a free t-shirt. For more information, call Chris Griffin at 302-344-2809 or send e-mails to Cgriffin@laurel.k12.de.us.

MORNING STAR • JuNe 17 - 23, 2010

PAGe 31

61st Annual Delmarva Chicken Festival opens The Delmarva Chicken Festival, a tradition on the Delmarva Peninsula since 1948, will open for its 61st run on Friday, June 18. Hosted by Delaware State University, the festival will be held on the University’s campus in Dover.

More than 20,000 visitors are expected to join in the June 18-19 celebration of Delmarva’s chicken industry. The 2010 festival marks the event’s fifth visit to the University campus and the ninth time it has been held in the City of Dover.

The festival will open to the public at 10 a.m. on Friday when a home and trade show, arts and crafts show, non-profit expo, carnival and all food concessions get underway.

Official opening ceremonies featuring state, local and poultry industry officials are set for 11 a.m. on Friday. Activities will continue until 10 p.m. on Friday evening and will reopen at 10 a.m. on Saturday and remain open until 10 p.m. Saturday evening.

A carnival preview night with limited food service will be open on Thursday, June 17, from 5 to

10 p.m. Purchase of a flat-rate wrist band will allow patrons to enjoy all rides all evening.

Throughout the festival, Delmarva’s giant 10-foot fry pan will be in operation cooking several tons of fried chicken. The extensive festival menu will also include chicken served in a variety of other ways, French fries, funnel cakes, ice cream, kettle korn, sno cones, fresh squeezed fruit drinks, and cold Pepsi products.

Festival visitors will have an opportunity to sample creative chicken dishes prepared by outstanding Delaware chefs who will participate in a “Chicken Meets the Chef” between 1 and 5 p.m. on Friday and 11 a.m. and 5 p.m. on Saturday.

There will be continuous entertainment for all ages including a large children’s line-up featuring a moon bounce, trampolines, climbing wall, train rides, the Jump Bunch, Abbott’s Mill Reptiles and many interactive activities. Added fun will be provided by an ice cream cake eating contest, Ms. Jackie’s music and stories and clowns Snippy Doodles and Tiddles. A petting zoo will

be open throughout the event, along with the not-to-be-missed baby chicks.

Live music on the festival’s Main Stage will include Friday performances by The First State Force Band, Celtic Harvest, and The Honeycombs, and Saturday appearances by The Christian Travelers, Shedding the Vibe, Nothin’ But Trouble Band, and The Draw. Also on Saturday, there will be the Delaware State University Car Show from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. and Chicken Capers, a series of fun-filled competitions including a chicken scratch, spoon race, and egg toss with guest appearances by Sherman the Shorebird and News Hound at 12:30 p.m.

A “Chickin’ Pickin’” competition sponsored by Mountaire Farms, Inc. will pit contenders against the clock to see who can pick the most meat from roasted chickens in a five-minute period.

Admission is free and plenty of free parking will be available in lots along College Road. For more information, visit www. dpichicken.org or www.desu. edu/chickenfestival or call 800878-2449.

AKC event planned in Georgetown The Mispillion Kennel Club, Inc., member of the American Kennel Club, is holding its annual AKC Sanctioned Conformation and Obedience Match competitions together with Rally Obedience, Microchip Clinic and AKC Canine Good Citizenship Test on Sunday, June 20, at 22998 Rum Bridge Rd., Georgetown, The event includes Dr. Jim “Barbeque Jim” Foor’s famous grilled turkey breast, hot dogs, hamburgers and cool drinks, with tenting in case of too much sun or rain. Dog information will available. Admission is free but there are various fees for entering your dog in the different events. A photographer will be present to record your triumphs.

A Conformation Match show is a practice run for the real thing. Knowledgeable persons but not necessarily AKC judges go over the dogs and award wins; no AKC championship points are awarded, but many of the winners at this event have become champions.

An Obedience Match and Rally Obedience do the same for competitors. Dogs entered in Conformation must be registered

or eligible for registration with the American Kennel Club. Both purebreds and mixed breed dogs are welcome to participate in Obedience and Rally Obedience.

The AKC Canine Good Citizenship Test shows a dog’s good temperament, steadiness and willingness to follow basic obedience commands to make it truly a “Canine Good Citizen.”

The CGC Certificate is being used more in formulating state and local dog laws. Those that pass can order a CGC dog tag and other identification as a CGC-certified dog. If you enter the CGC you must bring proof of your dog’s license and rabies vaccination.

Microchips will be administered by experienced veterinary technicians. This is a permanent way to identify your dog should it ever get lost. Any dog, mixedbreed or purebred, is eligible for the CGC and microchipping.

All fathers are invited to enter a “Dads, Darlings and Dogs Parade.” There is no charge to enter. Each Dad will parade with his children and dogs. There will be awards for everyone and every dog, and a grand prize to be awarded at the finale. Dogs must

be on leash, children optional.

Everyone is welcome, rain or shine, and all dogs must be on leashes. There will be information available on all phases of dog care and training, and Club members to answer your questions. Bring your own chairs. For more information and directions, call 856-2199 or visit www.

MispillionKC.org.

Delaware Fishing Guide

The new 2010 Delaware Fishing Guide is available at fishing license dealers throughout the state, including many hardware, sporting goods and bait and tackle shops. Anglers also can pick up a guide along with their fishing license and trout stamp, at the Delaware Division of Fish and Wildlife’s main office in the Richardson & Robbins Building, 89 Kings Highway, Dover.

For more on fishing in Delaware, call the Fisheries Section at 302-739-9914. For freshwater information, anglers may call the section’s Smyrna field office at 302-735-8650, or for saltwater information, the Little Creek field office at 302-735-2960.

The guide is also online at www.fw.delaware.gov/.

CLUES ACROSS 1. African country 7. Parts per million (abbr.)

10. Recurring from time to time 12. Edible seed of Phillipine tree 13. Lee Marvin paid it first 14. Indigo bush 15. White aspen 16. Oh, God! 17. British thermal unit (abbr.)

18. From a distance 19. ____ lang syne, good old days 21. Cast out 22. Wood hyacinth 27. A precious metal 28. Patriotic banners

33. In the year of Our Lord 34. Fighting 36. Water in the solid state 37. The content of cognition 38. Niels ____, physicist 39. Short for debutante 40. Founder of Manicheism 41. Koran memorizer 44. Sergeant fish 45. Line of descent of a pure-bred animal 48. Olive genus 49. Goes onward 50. Chum 51. Having a bird’s horny bill

CLUES DOWN 1. Pigmented nevus 2. Fleshy seed cover 3. Walk with a limp 4. Rapid bustling movement 5. Come out first in a competition 6. Devoid of warmth and cordiality 7. Covered with hair 8. In a way, appealed 9. Actress Farrow 10. Spreader with a flexible blade 11. Comestible 12. Heathen 14. Loss due to not showing up 17. Founder of Babism 18. Toward the stern 20. River in NE Scotland 23. Parts of a branching shape

24. Sea duck 25. Not caps 26. Scientific workplace 29. Sodium 30. 4th Caliph of Islam 31. Made dizzy 32. Exhales spasmodically 35. Idle talk 36. Ancient region of W Asia Minor 38. A confusion of voices 40. Ocean sunfish 41. Bumpkin or rube 42. “A Death in the Family” author 43. Radio comedian Allen 44. A police officer 45. Parts per billion (abbr.)

46. Before 47. Arrived extinct

SUDOKU Sudoku puzzles are formatted as a 9x9 grid, broken down into nine 3x3 boxes. To solve a sudoku, the numbers 1 through 9 must fill each row, column and box. Each number can appear only once in each row, column and box. You can figure out the order in which the numbers will appear by using the numeric clues already provided in the boxes. The more numbers you name, the easier it gets to solve the puzzle!

Answers on page 28

PAGE 32

MORNING STAR

• JUNE 17 - 23 2010

Classifieds

FREE CLASSIFIEDS*

COMPUTERS

(For Subscribers - Personal Use Only) *Some exceptions such as homes for rent or sale

Deadline: Monday, 2 p.m.

Businesses: $4.50 per inch Line ads ($9.00 minimum)

Not responsible for typographical errors after first insertion

629-9788

FOUND

HELP WANTED

BEAGLE DOG, older female, found on Old Sharptown Rd., Laurel. Call 8758284. 6/17/2t

CNA INSTRUCTORS NEEDED

AUCTION See Allen & Marshall on next page.

GIVE-AWAY FEMALE CAT, spade, shots, declawed, great companion! Food & supplies included. 875-2781. 5/27

Must have 1 year experience in long-tem care and approval of Division of Long Term Care. Day and evening classes. Send resume to Paula Perez via e-mail: pperez@dtcc.edu or mail at Delaware Tech, PO Box 610, Georgetown, DE 19947. 5/27/4tc

Enjoy The Star?

Subscribe Today!

Call 629-9788

PERDUE FARMS Milford, DE GOOD JOBS, GREAT BENEFITS WITH A GROWING COMPANY Perdue Farms, Inc. has immediate openings available at our processing plant for:

• Shipping Manager • Eviceration Supervisor (Night/Day) • Production Supervisor • Electronic Technician • Maintenance Mechanic • Live Haul Truck Driver Perdue offers competitive pay; medical, dental and vision; life and disability insurance; 401(k) with company-paid match; and paid vacation and holiday time.

Apply in person: 255 N. Rehoboth Boulevard, Milford, DE Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm perduemilfordjobs@perdue.com Perdue is an Equal Opportunity Employer

www.perdue.com

‘09 FORD RANGER XT Cab, AT, Extras, 7300 mi., w/3 yr. bumper-bumper 60k mi. warranty. $13,500. Call John 628-0617. 6/10

YARD SALE

2 CAR TIRES, P185/75R14, w/exc. tread, $20 for both.

875-5667. 5/27

VERY LG. SALE, Fri. & Sat., 6/18 & 6/19, 8 am - ?

301 Concord Rd., Blades.

DVDs, toys, household & numerous other items.

6/17

Boxed (Display) Ads: $6.50/inch Legals: $6.50 per inch Call: Or E-mail: ads@mspublications.com

NANTICOKE RIVER ARTS Art Show - Food - Fun Come Join Us on Saturday, June 26th, from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. at the Kiwanis Park, Stein Hwy., Seaford, Del. 6/17/2tc

SERVICES I offer CAREGIVER or GEN. HOUSECLEANING Services. Reasonable & reputable. Call Kathy at 875-7169, lv. msg. 6/17/2t

NOTICE

WANTED MANUAL TYPEWRITER, must be in good cond. 8750747. 6/17 USED 60-90 hp JOHNSON or Evinrude Outboard Motor, older model. 629-4348.

LONELY LADY wants to meet others who are also lonely & would like to be friends. Love animals, compassionate. Was in hospital, that’s why calls weren’t returned & phone had problems. Please call again & let’s be friends. 875-0747.

WHITE LEER P/U TOP, fits 6’ Chev. bed, $300. 3393341. 6/17

CONCRETE SQUIRREL YARD ORNAMENT: Someone stole this. It has great sentimental value to me Please return. No questions asked. 6/3

‘99 FORD LA WEST VAN, low top, white w/blue cloth int., 47K mi., $3900. 3393341. 6/17

AUTOMOTIVE

5th WHEEL TAIL GATE, Black metal, fits ‘99 Ford PU, $100. 339-3341. 6/17

Help Wanted -- Seaford School District Fall Sports 2010-2011 school year Soccer HD Coach—Middle School - boys Soccer Asst Coach—Middle School - boys

Interested and qualified candidates should complete an extra duty application available online at http://www.seaford.k12.de.us or in our school offices.

Completed application must be submitted no later than June 25,2010.

Please include contact information, education, experience and teacher certification on your resume.

All final candidates for employment must have a satisfactory criminal background check before being placed on contract/payroll as per State of Delaware regulations. Candidates must call the Delaware State Police at (800) 464-4357 to make an appointment. The cost of the criminal background check is $69.00 (expense borne by the prospective employee). Final candidates must also receive a satisfactory child protection registry check.

The State of Delaware does not discriminate against qualified persons with disabilities in its programs or services. Persons with disabilities are encouraged to contact the Human Resource and Public Information Office, at (302) 629-4587, as soon as possible to request an auxiliary aid or service.

The Seaford School District is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination against any employee or applicant because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, marital or handicapped status in accordance with state and federal laws. This policy shall apply to recruitment, employment, and subsequent placement, training, promotion, compensation, tenure and probation, and other terms and conditions of employment over which the district has jurisdiction. Inquiries should be directed to: Director of Personnel, 390 North Market Street Ext., Seaford, DE 19973. Phone: (302) 629-4587.

Current staff members of the Seaford School District will be given first consideration.

An open and continuous search will be conducted until the positions are filled.

‘02 HONDA CIVIC, silver, $4000. 628-8884. 5/27

‘99 CHEV. SUBURBAN, 1 owner, 4 wh dr., 170k mi. $3500. 236-6579. 2366579. 5/20

ANTIQUES/ COLLECTIBLES ‘71 LAUREL YEARBOOK, no markings, exc. cond., $65. ‘71 Laurel H.S. Graduation photo, framed, $35.

841-9274. 6/17 DELMAR YEAR BOOKS: Brand new, 1966, 68, 73, 75, 79, 80, 83, 85, 87, 88 & 91. 302-236-8133. 6/10 ANT. PLOW for yard ornament, $100 OBO. 2452278. 6/3

DEL LOW DIGIT LICENSE PLATE: PC5482. Moving, must sell. 448-6547. 5/13

5 CAST IRON FRYING PANS, various sizes, 4 Wagners, $45. 846-9788.

5/27

‘04 E250 FORD VAN w/ extended body, ladder racks & shelving, 122k, exc. cond. Also ‘06 16’ Enclosed Trailer. $8500 for both. 7451870. 5/13

LIFE MAGAZINES & other magazines & comics, make offer. Various albums, many Elvis, make offer. 875-5667.

5/27

MOTORCYCLES/ REC VEHICLES ‘06 HARLEY DAVIDSON Heritage Soft Tail Classic, 1450cc, well maintained, lots of extra chrome, Vance N Hines exhaust, $14,500 OBO. 875-7967 or 5426842. 6/10

CAMPERS/ TRAILERS SWAP: CAMPER TOP, Full size, fits 8’ Bed PU. Looking for self-propelled lawn mower. 875-5366.5/27

BOATS RIVERFEST SPECIAL: 8’ C Sea Eagle-5, inflatable w/ oars $85. 628-5300. 6/17 12’ ALUM. BOAT w/trailer, tagged & inspec. 2010, 6 hp Wayama motor. Runs good, $600 OBO. Call John, 6280617. 6/10 NEW GAS TANK, 6 gal.

Outboard, w/12’ gas line & connections, $25. 8750965. 6/10 17’ DIXIE FIBERGLASS BOAT w/Load Right Trailer, motor bad. $650. 629-4348.

ATTN COLLECTORS: $5 Gaming Tokens for Claridge Casino in Atlantic City.

These are limited edition, 2 Seasons Greetings, $19.99 & Millenium, Jan. 1, 2000; & 2 50¢ Coins; will take $100 for all. 875-0747. 5/13

FOR SALE 4 AFGHANS, all sizes & colors; look great on bed, must take all, $45. 8750747. 6/17 PORCH GLIDER love seat, faded green nice cushions. $50. 875-4570. 6/17 BANDSAW, Wards Power Kraft 9” bandsaw w/Craftsman 1/3 HP motor. Mounted on plywood base for benchtop use. Runs fine. First $20 takes it. 629-4658. 6/17 NEW HARDWARE for Garage door. Bought for repairs but I replaced the door instead. All new & unused: 1 - 150 lb spring; 3 rollers; 16’ door seal; several new wires. $10 for all. 629-4658.

6/17 CORDLESS AIR COMPRESSOR, can also be used as 12V power supply.

Easy AC- or DC-charging, indicator lights, exc. cond., $35. 875-0747. 6/17

PRE-K TEACHER

St. John’s Preschool is presently hiring a pre-kindergarten teacher for the 2010-2011 school year. The position is 22 hrs/weekly, Monday-Thursday.

A BS Degree in Early Childhood Education is preferred. All interested candidates must meet the required educational requirements for ECE teacher as required by OCCL. Letters of interest along with resume and transcript can be sent to: Preschool Administrator, St. John’s Preschool, PO Box 299, Seaford DE 19973 by Friday, June 18.

ATTORNEYS

AUTO ACCIDENT AND PERSONAL INJURY CLAIMS

Initial Consultation Free No Fee Unless You�Recover Evening and Weekend Appointments

FUQUA and YORI, P.A. ATTORNEYS AT LAW

The Circle • Georgetown • 856-7777 *Listing areas of practice does not represent official certification as a specialist in those areas.

CONTRACTORS: DRYWALL FOR SALE 1/2” 4’x8’ - $5.44 ea.

5/8” 4’x8’ - $6.08 ea.

CALL CHRIS

BUSINESS & SERVICE BUS DIRECTORY PAGE DIRECTORY

BARBER/BEAUTY

Healthy Hair Clinique

Healthy Hair with a Healthy Glow Men - Women - Children

Call For Appt.

Open Tuesday thru Sunday

302-629-4281 Seaford, Delaware

ELECTRICIAN

Ken’s Electrical Service All Residential Wiring

Specialty Products & Insulation Co.

No Job Too Small!

628-6980/6982 fax Cell 302-462-1528

Leave a Message!

22367 Sussex Hwy. Seaford, DE 19973

FITNESS

“StrengtheningW omen.”

216 LAURELTOWNE LAUREL, DEL. 302-875-4541

629-3795

875-2498

239 E. Market Street Laurel, DE 19956

EMPLOYMENT

ENERGY

ELECTRIC CONSERVATION CONSULTING LLC Give us the opportunity to do an

Electric Energy Audit of Your Business

& Show You How Easy It Is To

Save Money & Conserve Energy.

IRRIGATION

LANDSCAPING

LAWN CARE

R & L Irrigation Services

Superior Service at Reasonable Rates

A & C Lawn Care Since 1997

Owner Operated • 15 Years Experience

Residential & Commercial

302-337-8202

Insured • Owner On Every Job

Finish Site Work Complete Irrigation Systems Sod Laying & Seeding Exterior Lighting Ponds, Mulching, Concrete Pavers

Landscape Design & Installation Landscape Maintenance • Irrigation Paver Patios, Walkways & Fire Pits

RICHARD E. WILLIAMS

20478 Atlanta Rd., Bridgeville, DE

Grasscutting, Mulching & Fertilizing

302-258-9775

Licensed & Insured

PHOTO COPIES Self Service

REAL ESTATE

LAUREL REALTY

Photo Copies 10¢ per pg

“Making A Difference”

One Coat - One Color - Materials Extra

Morning Star Publications 951 Norman Eskridge Highway Behind County Bank 302-629-9788

302-875-3000 800-887-3001

TAX SERVICE

WATER TREATMENT

CALL JOE

628-3373

302-258-7750 Fast, Neat, Reasonable & Reliable

10x10 room - $75 Special

302-629-4548

Donald L. Short, Owner 1004 W. Stein Hwy.Nylon Capital Shopping Ctr., Seaford, DE

Fax: 302-628-0798 - www.jacksonhewitt.com

Independently Owned & Operated 320 W. DuPont Hwy. Ste. 2 31A Creamery Lane Millsboro, DE 19966 Easton, MD 21601

302-934-9450

410-819-6990

410-742-0134

Mark Donophan

Delmarva’s #1 Water Treatment Dealer

Also Offering Premium Spring Water

410.742.3333 800.439.3853 sharpwater.com

1128 S. Central Ave. Laurel, Delaware

Directly Across from the Laurel Senior High School

Stop By The Star Office Pick Up A FREE copy of the Stars’

951 Norman Eskridge Highway Seaford

6299788

B RIDAL P LANNER

To Advertise In This Directory Call

302-629-9788

Only $10.00 Per Week (3 Month Minimum)

FARM & HOME M-F 7:30-6; Sat. 8-4 Full Service Nursery:

• Ponds • Mulch • Shrubs • Stones • Trees • Lawn & Gdn. Supplies Full Service Store: • Pet Food • Livestock Equip. • Flags • Wild Bird Seed & Feeders • Giftware • Rowe Pottery • Candles • Clothing

LAWN CARE

Millstone River Lawn Care LLC

OWNER OPERATED ~ LAUREL, DEL.

Lawn Mowing, Pruning, Spring & Fall Clean Up, Bed Renovations, Garden Rototilling

302-260-2679

SALES Increase Your Sales Only $10/Week (3 Month Minimum)

�

Call The Star To ADVERTISE!

629-9788

WEDDINGS

Getting Married?

Licensed & Insured

Free Estimates

U.S. 13 N., Seaford 302-629-9645 • 800-564-5050

302-629-8790

Licensed & Insured

629-0444

Call for an appointment

302-934-9450

302-530-3376

MR. CONCRETE

Call for an appointment!

320 W. DuPont Hwy. Ste. 2, Millsboro, DE 19966

Interior & Exterior

800-492-0444 Fax 302-629-0745 504 Bridgeville Rd., Seaford, DE Mon-Thurs. 10-6, Fri & Sat 10-7

Donna Brown & Mary Hearn

CONCRETE

• DRIVEWAYS • GARAGES • SIDEWALKS • PATIOS

9025 Sharptown Road, Laurel, DE

Donald L. Short, Owner/Sales

Cell 228-5435

BEAUTY/BARBER

Just Outside of Town, before the airport, on right

1004 W. Stein Hwy.Nylon Capital Shopping Ctr., Seaford, DE

20 Years Experience

COUNTRY COLOR PAINTING

302

Sandy’s Hair Styling

302-628-0767

PAINTING

SEAFOOD

BEAUTY/BARBER

WEIGHT LOSS

Are you ready to commit to a Lifestyle change?

Why Weight?

Make the Transitions Today!

You owe it to yourself to check out this program!

Call 302-875-3099 for Info HealthierYou.TransitionsLifestyle.com

PAGE 34

MORNING STAR

TAPED VHS MOVIES, over 2000, $150. 628-1880. 6/17 CAMEL BACK SOFA, full size, by Broyhill. Blue background w/floral print & 4 matching throw pillows. Like new, $350. 410-883-2541.

6/17

FACTORY SVCE MANUAL for ‘00 Dodge Dakota, exc. cond., $35. 875-9775. 6/10

2 SM. A/C, 5000 BTU, almost new, $40 ea. 8758677. 6/10

SWIMMING POOL, 16’ round, alum., above ground, w/filter & liner. Used 1 season, exc cond., $180 OBO. 875-1778. 6/10

2 SHEET SETS, full, complete top & btm & 2 pillow cases in ea set, floral designs, still in box, new, $20 both. 875-0747. 6/10

• JUNE 17 - 23 2010 PERENNIALS, $3 - $12.

Flocks, Lavendar, Peony, Hot Pink, Red Raspberries, etc. 443-359-0507. 6/10

OLD CAST IRON TREADLE Sewing Machine Base, $35.

846-9788. 5/20

DAY BED, twin w/small bed under, good shape, $200.

876-8677. 6/10

ANIMALS, ETC.

6 LG. BATH TOWELS, white, good cond., must take all, $15. 875-0747. 6/10

BABY RABBITS: Lions Head Breed. Ducklings: Indian Runners & Muscovys. 875-5543 before 8 pm.

6/10

Public Auction of Valuable Petroleum Business Assets

BROTHER SEWING MACHINE, only used 1x, exc. cond., $50. 875-0747. 6/10

HOME FOR RENT

Thursday June 24th, 2010 at 11:11 AM

2 SHARP 5K BTU A/C Window Units, 19.5” remotes, barely used, $95 ea. Top of the line industrial grade.

Real bargains! 410-9242483. 6/10

2 Auctions by Allen & Marshall Auctioneers Allen & Marshall Auctions is pleased to help liquidate the business assets of the Allen Petroleum Corp. location in Seaford, Delaware

303 Nanticoke St., Seaford, DE - Auction conducted onsite Rain/Shine All items will be sold as is where is with no minimums and no reserve.

Chevrolet C30 Stake Body Truck, LG Selection of Oils/Lubes, Warehouse Equipment, Office Equipment, Pumps, Irrigation Tanks, Vintage Gasoline Memorabilia including Shell Gas Die Cast Toys, Signs, 1000lb Double Door Safe, 44’x20’ storage shed and more!

Directions: (From Dover and all other points North)- Travel South on US-13 into Seaford. At intersection of DE RT 20/ Stein Hwy turn right and travel 1.5 miles to Porter Ave (1st left over train bridge). Turn left onto Porter Ave and travel 6 blocks to Nanticoke Ave on the river and arrive at auction. (From Salisbury and Points South) Travel North on US 13 to DE RT 20/ Stein Hwy in Seaford.

Turn left onto Stein Hwy and follow directions above. Signs posted.

Oils/Lubes/Lube Equipment (11:11 AM): Atlantic Fabritech 120 gal cube bulk lube tank w/ Aro air operated pump (like new), American Lube Co. 120lb gear oil pump package w/digital meter & platform dolly (like new), (2) Roper 2” 3HP type 3 explosion proof 3 phase motors on mounting platforms, (2) US Electric Motor Co. class 1 group D hazardous location 3 phase motors, Gasboy 1720 superjet piston hand pump, Gasboy 1230 Rotary hand pump, Banjo model 316 stainless pump, 25ft retractable motor oil hose reel, 275 gallon horizontal oil tank, Filko Automotive Products hanging two door cabinet, (2) Ellisco model ES-5 service station test measures, several jerry fuel cans, Very Large Quantity of Shell and Pennzoil products to include: oils of all kinds and weights, synthetics, oil extenders, gear oils, aviation oils, synthetic greases, transmission fluids, agricultural oils, specialized machinery oils, silicon lubricants, lead substitutes, additives, diesel fuel treatments, transmission sealers, (most by the case and 5 gallon buckets).

Tools/Warehouse Equipment (11:11 AM): Approx (18) industrial heavy duty storage shelving units with adjustable stanchions, Emglo 1 ½ HP 50 gal single phase industrial air compressor w/ 50 ft hose, 2 ton floor jack, Justrite Co. flammable liquid storage container, bench grinder, pipe wrenches, Craftsman 6HP wet/dry vac, B&D circular saw, Dewalt ½” drill, Milwaukee drill, Craftsman angle grinder, Milwaukee sawzall, LG Qty hand tools, 7ft Werner step ladder, 6ft step ladder, 34ft aluminum extension ladder, steel storage bins, wheelbarrow, LG Qty nuts, bolts, couplers, Quickie push brooms and more!

Special Interest (11:11 AM): Behlen 44’ x 20’ metal storage shed (roof structure has been removed and is on ground with columns and original construction plans), Mosler Safe Co. 2 door 1000lb safe, Guardian 1000watt yard light (nib), Remcor model TJ45 ice machine, 1,500gal liquid fertilizer poly tank, 500gal poly irrigation tank, Stihl FS74 gas weed whacker, manual driveway stripe marking machine, vintage Ansul model K-150C fire suppression system on metal wheels c. 1940, A/C vacuum pump, electric bathroom hand dryer, store security mirror, wash buckets with hand ringers, metal workbench with vise, (2) antique wooden block and tackles, antique wooden barrel dolly, several fire extinguishers, Flotech submersible pump, diamond plate steel loading dock, tire leak check tank and more!

Stake Body Truck (12 noon): 1984 Chevrolet C30 Custom Deluxe stake body truck with hydraulic lift gate, 5.7 liter V8, 4 speed manual trans, showing 135,517 miles!!

Vintage Toys/Gas Memorabilia (12:15 PM): Vintage 6ft metal “Flying A” sign, highly collectable Shell Oil Co. vintage gas pump globe, (2) framed prints of 1950’s shell stations, LG Collection of vintage die cast Shell Oil Co. toys to include: concept truck and trailers, miniature pedal cars, fire engines, Ballanca Sky rocket air planes, air flow tankers, tanker trucks and more!

Office Equipment (1 PM): Xerox model 232 commercial copier, (2) Allsteel Co. 6ft two door locking storage cabinets, Samsung 4940 electronic cash register, Bunn coffee maker, (2) Kenmore hepa air cleaners, (2) Amana time card machines, Sharp microwave, GE Apt. size fridge, folding tables, 9 shelf wood bookcase, 2 door clothes locker, several desks, office chairs, file cabinets and more.

Terms Personal Property: Cash Or Approved Check Day of sale. Visa/MC/Amex/Discover. 13% Buyer Premium. 3% Discount for cash or check. Everything Sold “As Is” with no warranties of any kind. Buyer is responsible for removing all equipment. Pick-up/removal dates until 5 pm day of auction and from 9AM-2 PM Friday June 25th, 2010.

Personal Property Preview: Tuesday June 22nd 9-4PM and 2 Hours prior to the Auction. Pictures available on Auction Co. Website!

CRAFTSMAN GUIDED MEASURING TOOL w/laser track, displays temp., accurate to 165’, length, width, height, sq. ft. & cu. ft., and volume. Great for RE agent or contractor, pd $170, asking $75. 236-8133. 6/10 20 CRAB TRAPS, collapsible, fully rigged & lines included, $140. 875-0965.

6/10 18,500 BTU WINDOW A/C, Kenmore, 220 hook-up, $75.

877-0476. 6/10 GIRLS BR SET, white French Provincial 5 pc. twin matress, boxsprings, headbd, footbd, desk, dresser w/ mirror, chest, night stand.

Good cond. $400. 6290255. 6/3 GAS WATER HEATER, 3 yrs old, Whirlpool, 40 gals. $100. 745-5245. 6/3 FUEL OIL, about 125 gals. for $150. 337-0710. 6/3 SOFA & LOVE SEAT, beige w/a grey swirl print, like new, very clean, hardly used. $250 firm. 628-8309. 5/27 1 CF PEAT MOSS. $2 ea, 10 total. 4 x 200 Landscape fabric. $30 ea, 2 total. Seaford 628-0596. 5/27 10” CRAFTSMAN TABLE SAW, 3 hp w/stand, $80. 16” Trademan Scroll Saw, $40.

10” Craftsman Miter Saw, $80. 875-7775. 5/27 17” LAWN MOWER BLADES, set of 3, hardened edge, like new, $30.

(Fits Cub Cadet 48” deck).

846-9788. 5/27

Friday June 25th at 5 PM - 8000 Esham Road, Parsonsburg, MD

BROWN EGGS, $1.60/doz.

875-2893. 5/27

View Website for Additional Information & Pictures!

BANDSAW, Wards PowerKraft 9” w/Craftsman 1/3 HP motor. Mounted on plywood base for benchtop use.

Runs fine. First $30 takes it home. 629-4658. 5/20

Large Public Coin Auction – 400+ Lots toi nclude: Over 100 Morgan Silver dollars Incl. 14 Carson City $1’s, 1884-S (AU-UNC), 1889-CC, 1893-S & all Key Dates. 25 Peace Dollars incl. 1928. 1877 Indian Head (F-VF) over 30 Lg. Cents, 1885-S $5 Gold Coin, 1995 St. Gaudens $5 Gold Coin & more.

Allen & Marshall Auctioneers and Appraisers, LLC

“The Auction Experts”

Dave Allen Auctioneer 410-835-0384

www.MarshallAuctions.com

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE, 15 hp, i/c overhead valve, runs well, you can hear it run. 381-4656. 5/20

Records Estates, Laurel - 3BR/1BA Rancher, detached garage, electric heat, W/D & CA. Nonsmokers, no pets. $800 mthly, 1 Month S.D. & references required. Call 410251-6943. 6/17/2tp

LEGALS NOTICE

TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: This is to advise that Barbara L. Gingher of 120 Lakeside Drive, Laurel, Sussex County, Delaware, will be filing with the Prothonotary in and for Sussex County, State of Delaware, an application for License to Carry a Concealed Deadly Weapon, according to the Laws of the State of Delaware.

06/17/1tp

NOTICE

On Saturday, 7/17/10 at 11:00 a.m., Peninsula Mini Storage, located at 40 S. Market St., Blades/Seaford, DE will hold a public auction pursuant to the State of Delaware Self-Storage Facility Act Title 25 Chapter 49.

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

Audrey Giddens, Unit 221, Salisbury, MD. Peninsula Mini Storage Frank Passwaters, Storage Manager 302-629-5743 6/17/2tc

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING COUNTY BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT HEARING

Seaford Hundred Case No. 10643 In accordance with Chapter 115, of the Code of Sussex County, a hearing will be held on a request for a special use exception and a variance as provided by: Chapter 115, Article XXV, Subsection 115-194.2, of said ordinance of LIBERTY

TOWERS, LLC who are seeking a special use exception for a communication tower and a variance from the maximum allowable height requirement for a tower, to be located west of Road 78.

The hearing will be held in the County Council Chambers, County Administrative Office Building, Georgetown, Delaware, on Monday evening, JULY 12, 2010, at 7:00 P.M. 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.

6/17/1tc

NOTICE

Estate of John Wayne Shenton, Deceased.

Notice is hereby given that Letters of Testamentary upon the estate of John Wayne Shenton who departed this life on the 6th day of May, A.D. 2010 late of Seaford, DE were duly granted unto Barbara L. Shenton on the 3rd day of June, A.D. 2010, and all persons indebted to the said deceased are required to make payments to the said Executrix without delay, and all persons having demands against the deceased are required to exhibit and present the same duly probated to the said Executrix on or before the 6th day of January, A.D. 2011 or abide by the law in this behalf.

Executrix: Barbara L. Shenton 302 Washington St. Seaford, DE 19973 Gregory Fuller Sr. Register of Wills 6/17/3tc

NOTICE

Estate of Birdie R. Fink, Deceased.

Notice is hereby given that Letters of Testamentary upon the estate of Birdie L. Fink who departed this life on the 20th day of May, A.D. 2010 late of Laurel, DE were duly granted unto Debra K. Byers on the 8th day of June, A.D. 2010, and all persons indebted to the said deceased are required to make payments to the said Executrix without delay, and all persons having demands against the deceased are required to exhibit and present the same duly probated to the said Executrix on or before the 20th day of January, See LEGALS—page 35

MORNING STAR • JuNe 17 - 23, 2010

PAGe 35

Click It or Ticket campaign nets 1,663

SERVICE ACADEMY INDUCTEES - On Wednesday, June 9, Sens. Tom Carper and Ted Kaufman (both D-Del.) honored some of Delaware’s U.S. Service Academy inductees in Washington, D.C. From left are James Cetnar Jr., 18, a Polytech High School graduate going to the U.S. Military Academy at West Point; Alison Schwinn, 18, a Seaford High School graduate going to the U.S. Naval Academy; Zachary Brown, 18, a Delaware Military Academy graduate going to the U.S. Naval Academy; Marilyn Cole, 18, a Cab Calloway School of the Arts graduate going to the U.S. Air Force Academy; Ashley Markey, 18, a Delaware Military Academy graduate going to the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy; Connor Freeh,17, an Archmere Academy graduate going to the U.S. Naval Academy; Stephanie DeAngelo, 18, a Delaware Military Academy graduate going to the U.S. Air Force Academy; Michael Brooks, 18, a Delaware Military Academy graduate going to the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy; Sean McCalister, 19, a St. Thomas More graduate going to the U.S. Naval Academy; Megan Northshield, 17, a Tatnall School graduate going to the U.S. Naval Academy; and Ann Kitzmiller, 17, a St. Thomas More graduate going to the U.S. Naval Academy.

Not pictured, Congressman Mike Castle (R-Del.), who also hosted the students.

Senators seek preparedness in case BP oil spill hits East Coast With some communities along the eastern seaboard concerned that the BP oil spill could reach their waters, a bipartisan group of Atlantic Coast U.S. Senators wants to coordinate preparedness between their states and the federal response agencies.

In a letter to the heads of the relevant federal departments, Senators Tom Carper and Ted Kaufman (both D-Del.) and 20 of their East Coast colleagues asked specifically for: LEGALS - from Page 34

A.D. 2011 or abide by the law in this behalf.

Executrix: Debra K. Byers 3412 Old Crown Dr. Pasadena, MD 21122 Gregory Fuller Sr. Register of Wills 6/17/3tc

NOTICE

Estate of Daniel Clayton White, Deceased.

Notice is hereby given that Letters of Administration upon the estate of Daniel Clayton White who departed this life on the 27th day of May, A.D. 2010 late of Laurel, DE were duly granted unto Jane Elizabeth Tucker-White on the 2nd day of June, A.D. 2010, and all persons indebted to the said deceased are required to make payments to the said Administratrix without delay, and all persons hav-

• Immediate communication with all Atlantic Coast state emergency preparedness agencies to ensure that they can be fully prepared and equipped for the worst case scenario, and • New science-based, long-term projection models that can help determine the statistical probabilities of oil affecting various parts of the Atlantic Coast.

To view the entire letter, visit http:// menendez.senate.gov/imo/media/ doc/20100610ltr_Atlantic.pdf.

ing demands against the deceased are required to exhibit and present the same duly probated to the said Administratrix on or before the 27th day of January, A.D. 2011 or abide by the law in this behalf.

Administratrix: Jane Elizabeth Tucker-White 12018 Hickman Dr. Laurel, DE 19956 Gregory Fuller Sr. Register of Wills 6/10/3tc

NOTICE

Estate of Everett T. Conaway, Deceased.

Notice is hereby given that Letters of Testamentary upon the estate of Everett T. Conaway who departed this life on the 11th day of May, A.D. 2010 late of Seaford, DE were duly granted unto Janice M. Russell-Conaway, Jesse

Frederick Conaway on the 26th day of May, A.D. 2010, and all persons indebted to the said deceased are required to make payments to the said Co-Executors without delay, and all persons having demands against the deceased are required to exhibit and present the same duly probated to the said Co-Executors on or before the 11th day of January, A.D. 2011 or abide by the law in this behalf.

Co-Executors: Janice M. Russell-Conaway 6235 Belfast Estates Dr. Seaford, DE 19973 Jesse Frederick Conaway PO Box 269, Seaford, DE 19973 Attorney: Stephen P. Ellis, Esq. Ellis & Szabo, LLP PO Box 574 Georgetown, DE 19947 Gregory Fuller Sr. Register of Wills 6/10/3tc

Over the past few weeks, officers from approximately 30 state, county and municipal law enforcement agencies issued a total of 1,663 citations to unbuckled motorists during the 2010 Click It or Ticket campaign. The enforcement portion of the campaign ran from May 23 through June 5 and involved traffic safety checkpoints and saturation patrols.

For the third year in a row, officers participating in Click It or Ticket issued fewer seat belt citations than the year before. In 2008, officers issued 2,347 citations - that is 310 more than in 2009, and 684 more issued than this year. Office of Highway Safety (OHS) officials are hoping that once again this means good news.

Delaware’s current statewide seat belt usage rate is 88%, which is lower than

in 2009 where it was at an all time high of 91%. On Sunday, June 6, OHS began its statewide observational seat belt use surveys to determine if there has been any increase in the state’s belt usage rate.

Surveys are conducted at 82 locations throughout Delaware on all types of roadways from interstates to two-lane roads.

Click It or Ticket is a nationwide seat belt enforcement and awareness campaign aimed at saving lives by increasing the number of people who consistently buckle up.

For more information on the campaign or any of the Office of Highway Safety’s traffic safety initiatives, visit www.ohs. delaware.gov or follow us for updates on Twitter at www.twitter.com/DEHighwaySafe.

We have all heard someone call another an aggressive driver but do you really know what aggressive driving is? It is not only speeding, but also failing to yield right of way, tailgating, making improper lane changes and running red lights or stop signs. If an officer observes you doing three or more of those violations in a single incident, they will pull you over and cite you for aggressive driving.

Aggressive driving behaviors are currently the leading cause of fatal crashes this year, responsible for 14 (or 38%) of the state’s 37 fatal crashes. Failure to yield right of way and speeding are the two main contributing factors.

In an effort to keep motorists safe, the Delaware Office of Highway Safety

(OHS) is launching phase two of the 2010 Stop Aggressive Driving Campaign. This is also the second campaign under OHS’s 120 Days of Summer HEAT initiative. In addition to these patrols, Delaware State Police will conduct a team enforcement operation, consisting of five troopers, in every county. Enforcement will be conducted during the afternoon and evening hours on roadways with statistically identified aggressive driving–related crash problems.

A new feature is an online Driver Personality Survey that can be found at www. ohs.delaware.gov. Participants can see which one of five driver profiles they fall into, and whether they could be considered a safe or an aggressive driver.

Highway Safety targeting aggressive drivers

PAGE 35

FREE CLASSIFIEDS Personal Items for Sale.

No Vendors Please.

Call 629-9788,

or send to P.O. Box 1000, Seaford, DE 19973.

FREE CLASSIFIEDS Personal Items for Sale.

No Vendors Please.

Call 629-9788,

or send to P.O. Box 1000, Seaford, DE 19973.

Call Bryant Richardson today at 302-629-9788 sales@mspublications.com

PAGE 36

MORNING STAR • JUNE 17 - 23, 2010

GIFT IDEAS Give Dad What He Really Wants!

Father’s Day Sunday Hours 10 am ‘til 4 pm

X

This Father’s Day

1 lb. Maine Lobsters $10 ea Hard Crabs Available $ Lump Crab Meat 25 2 lbs.

Dozen $ 99 Fresh Tuna Steaks 12 lb. 1/2 Bushel Bushel $ 99 Snow Crab Clusters 7 lb. Call Your Order Live or Steamed

Crab Claws $ 00 5 bag While Supplies Last

6 lb Lobsters $ 75 7 lb.

Se Habla Espanol

SALE PRICES EFFECTIVE JUNE 16-20 302

www.harborhouseseafood.com

In Early Now Accepting The New Food Stamp Card

629-0444

504 Bridgeville Rd., Seaford, DE Mon.- Thurs. 10-6, Fri. & Sat. 10-7 Fax: 302-629-0745

Check out our website:www.harborhouseseafood.com for weekly specials click on “Specials”

Keep Dad up to date on the latest news happening locally with a home delivery subscription to his favorite newspaper.

From sports and business news to church and community events, it’s the gift that keeps on giving!

One Year Subscription

ONLY 21 $

00*

Sussex County $21, Delmar & Federalsburg, MD $21, Kent & New Castle Counties $26, Out of State $31

Please send a one year gift subscription to:

Laurel Star Seaford Star Check One

Name: __________________________________________________ Address: _________________________________________________ City: _______________________ State: _____ Zip: _______________

My 1 year subscription payment is enclosed. Please send gift card From: ______________________________________________ Mail to: The Star Circulation, PO Box 1000, Seaford, DE 19973 or call 302-629-9788 with credit card payment.

The Newspapers In Education program was great - we read the Seaford/Laurel Star in our class room each week.

How can we stay informed during the summer and improve our reading skills?

Call the Star for Special Student Summer Rates

302-629-9788

MORNING STAR • JUNE 17 - 23, 2010

WEDNESDAY SENIOR NIGHT 10% OFF

EST.

1978

NEW

SUMMER MENU

LAUREL 875-4477 MILLSBORO 934-8699

DINE-IN ONLY

ATTeNTiON COACHeS Reward Your Team With A Pizza Party!

Call Ahead & Book Your Party

ReCeive 20% OFF FOLOW US ON FACEBOOK

ANNivERsARy

Try Our

SEAFORD 629-6003

PAGE 37

Seafood ComboS Specialty Sandwiches Seafood - Shrimp SaladS Wraps • burgers & mUCh more!!

Treat Dad to Breakfast, Lunch or Dinner

n io ! t s n is NAtew te L he ting!

C A Co

SAlES EvEnt SaturDay, JunE 19

www.4HTR.com

There’s Room For Dinad this 5 BR, 3 bath home

302.629-7711 800.447-7711 959 Norman Eskridge Hwy., Seaford, DE 19973

with in-law suite or possible home office. Hardwood floors, pool, sunroom, blacktop driveway and all situated on 2.5 acres in rural Bridgeville. These are just some 302 of the things this 10 year old rancher has to offer the new owner. Come take a look at this unique property. $265,700 MLS#578847

Cell:

®

236-2164

Call

Bobby Nibblett, Jr.

All eleven Rommel’s ACE stores are celebrating and YOU get the gifts!

Office: 302-629-7711

Email: bobby@4htr.com

REALTOR /Broker ®

MIKE’S POWER WASHING BEFORE

AFTER

BEFORE

AFTER

er egist

R

ALL TYPES OF EXTERIOR CLEANING.

JuneS pecial

10% OFF

Must present coupon.

Offer expires July 17, 2010.

Call Mike’s Power Washing

349-0974

302

office

LICENSED AND INSURED, FAMILY OWNED & OPERATED.

381-6025

302 cell

Professional Service With Over 10 Years Experience.

E

20 %

Of Purcf Entire hase *

to

0e0!* 5 $ n a pre

Whoipping s s

SAv

FREE ACE buCkEt

to 1st 100 CustomERs At EACH stoRE

800 Norman Eskridge Highway, Rt. 20 next to Big Lots Seaford, DE • 302-628-7890 We can get you in, get you help and on your way in 15 minutes or less!

+ 10 other great locations - Ocean City, Salisbury, Stevensville, Severna Park, Cambridge, Perry Hall, MD. Dover, Selbyville, DE. Chincoteague & Exmore, VA.

RommelsACE.com * Power equipment and appliances discounted 10%. No purchase required in order to enter $500 shopping spree contest. Must be 18 or older to register. Entry forms must be completely filled out. One entry per person, per visit. Winner to be notified via email.

PAGE 38

MORNING STAR • JUNE 17 - 23, 2010

SURF & TURF Filet mignon 1 lb. lobster 1 ear of Corn little Red Potatoes Plus One Side

GIFT IDEAS

Colonial Mill Homes, Inc. Where The Customer Comes First

Homes

Exclusive Development for Manufactured Homes

“HEBRON WOODS” Rt. 50 West at Hebron, Md.

New eNglaNd Clam Bake 2- 1 lb. lobsters, $ 1 doz. Clams, 1 lb. lg. Shrimp, 2 ears of Corn, little Red Potatoes

Office (410) 742-1050 Fax (410) 742-2050

AUTHENTIC MEXICAN

BUY ONE LUNCH

Menu Items 1-13

CO RE UPO QU N IR ED

or BUY ONE DINNER Combo Items 1-21

MEXICAN BEERS DOMESTIC BEERS DAILY DRINK SPECIALS EVERY MONDAY

Cactus Margaritas

$2.50

REG. $4 Lime Only

GET SECOND

Live Mariachi Band Father’s Day Open Mon. - Fri. 501 N. Dual Hwy., 11 am - 10 pm, Seaford, DE June 20 Sat. Old English’s Bldg.

Noon to 10 pm, 6 pm Sun. 302-628-9701 Noon - 9 pm Happy Hour 2-5 pm & Days A Weekl

$

59

95

Local Crab Meat, Chesapeake Blue Crabs (Live or Steamed), Clams, Scallops, Snow and Dungeness Crabs

Some Lots Still Available in

MHBR #696

3999

5 lB. lg. STeamed SHRImP

Colonial Mill Estates at Delmar Open any time by appointment.

2199 for one $ 99 for two 39 $

Now Serving Snowballs Bong Balls, Hand Dipped Ice Cream and Shakes

PluS Sweet CorN, PeaCHeS, CHerrIeS aND More

17 Seafood Platters& Homemade Salads

Desserts: Rice Pudding, Bread Pudding, Choc.

Covered Strawberries, Homemade Chocolate Tarts

1/2 PRICE

Coming Soon to Elkton - Visit All 7 Locations

Ocean City, MD 12534 Ocean Gateway, 410-213-7324 Cambridge, MD 315 Sunburst Hwy. 410-228-7808

Easton, MD 7813 Ocean Gateway, 410-770-8550

Chestertown, MD 715 Washington Ave. 410-810-1952

Salisbury, MD 1045 S. Salisbury Blvd.

410-749-4303

Salisbury, MD 2715 N. Salisbury Blvd.

410-677-3391

302

Seafood & Produce

OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK

875.0700

Rt.13 North Halfway between Laurel & Seaford We Accept EBT, (Independence Card), VISA & MC

Open MOn-Sat 9 aM - 7 pM, Sunday 9 aM - 5 pM

MORNING STAR • JuNe 17 - 23, 2010

PAGe 39

Celebrate local fruits and vegetables with these recipes One of the very nicest things about the summer season and a oretta norr trend that has been happily growing by leaps and bounds is the emergence of farmer’s markets. More and more savvy consumers are on the lookout for fresh ingredients that are produced locally. In our area from now through October we have the opportunity to support local growers of fruits and vegetables safe in the knowledge that our purchases haven’t traveled thousands and the remaining vinaigrette. Add the of miles before arriving road weary lemon basil and cilantro, and toss gently at our tables. to combine. Season with salt and freshly Celebrity chef Emeril Lagasse has ground black pepper to taste, and serve. joined in the green movement. His new cookbook, From Farm to Fork, celebrates Emeril’s Herb Salad locally produced American foods. AccordServings: 6 ing to cookbook reviewer Jane la Plante, In this salad, herbs are used like lettuce, not all the recipes are light but they tend to courtesy of your garden or your neighborbe easy and delicious. Her verdict: Farm hood farmer’s market. Large pieces are to Fork is “highly recommended for those tossed with red leaf, a lemony bright vinailooking for inventive ideas for using local grette, chopped eggs and capers. Any leftingredients.” over vinaigrette is delicious over steamed Here are a few samples from this latest green beans or grilled fish.

Lagasse best seller.

3 tablespoons 1-inch-long snipped chives Baby Limas, Green and Yellow Beans, 3 tablespoons fresh parsley leaves and Teardrop Tomatoes with Mint Vinai3 tablespoons fresh mint or tarragon grette leaves Servings: 4-6 3 tablespoons roughly chopped fresh This simple, beautiful salad is all about fresh, fresh, fresh. Try to get young, tender basil leaves 1 1/2 tablespoons minced shallot beans and fresh baby limas for the best 1 1/2 teaspoons finely grated lemon zest results, and don’t overcook them. The tex2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon ture should be crisp-tender. If you feel like juice making this when fresh limas are unavail4 tablespoons canola or other vegetable able, simply substitute an equal amount of oil frozen baby limas or edamame.

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 2 tablespoons minced shallot Salt and freshly ground black pepper 1/3 cup rice vinegar One 12-ounce head red or green leaf 1/3 cup chopped fresh mint leaves 1/3 cup grapeseed, flaxseed, or olive oil lettuce, or a mix, rinsed and spun dry, and torn into bite-size pieces 1 1/2 teaspoons sugar 2 hard-boiled eggs, chopped 1/4 cup salt, plus more for seasoning 2 tablespoons nonpareil capers, drained 8 ounces yellow wax beans, ends 2 tablespoons finely grated ricotta salata trimmed Directions 8 ounces green beans, ends trimmed Combine all the herbs (there should be 2 cups fresh baby lima beans 1 pint red and yellow teardrop tomatoes a generous 3/4 cup total) and set aside in a small bowl. (or other cherry-size tomatoes), cut in half In another bowl, add the shallot, lemon lengthwise zest, and lemon juice.

2 tablespoons chopped fresh lemon baSlowly whisk in both oils to form a sil leaves vinaigrette. Add 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro teaspoon pepper, and set aside. leaves Combine the lettuce, herbs, eggs, and Freshly ground black pepper, to taste Combine the shallot, rice vinegar, mint, capers in a medium bowl.

Season lightly with salt and pepper. Stir oil and sugar in a small bowl. Set it aside. the vinaigrette and add 4 tablespoons. Toss Fill a large bowl with ice and cold wagently. Divide the salad among six servter, and set it aside.

Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add ing plates or transfer it to a serving bowl.

Garnish with the cheese, and drizzle with the 1/4 cup salt and stir to combine. Then more vinaigrette as desired. add the yellow wax and green beans, and cook until the beans are crisp-tender, about Emeril’s Honey-Brined Pork Chops 4 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer with Nectarine Chutney the beans to the ice bath (leave the boiling Servings: 4 water on the heat). When the beans are These brined pork chops are able to cool enough to handle, remove them from the ice bath and drain well. Toss the beans stand alone, but if you’ve already made the chutney (when the nectarines were in with 2 tablespoons of the vinaigrette in a season and the getting was good), just grab medium bowl.

Add the lima beans to the boiling water the jar off the shelf and serve it alongside.

Another way to make things simpler: and cook until tender, about 2 minutes.

Make the brine for the chops the night Drain, and place the beans in the ice bath. before. Then in the morning, before you When they have cooled, remove them go to work, just add them to the brine and from the ice bath and drain well. they’ll be ready for cookin’ when you get In a large salad bowl, combine the wax home. beans, green beans, lima beans, tomatoes,

L

K

The Practical Gourmet

This nectarine chutney is tangy, with a slight sweet note from the nectarines. You could substitute peaches, apricots or plums in this recipe just as easily. We know it’s delicious with the pork, but enjoy this chutney as a condiment on a cheese plate as well.

8 cups water 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons kosher salt 2 cups honey 1/2 bunch fresh thyme, about 6 sprigs 1 tablespoon plus 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1 tablespoon ground cloves 4 bone-in pork chops (about 12 ounces each) 2 tablespoons olive oil 1/4 teaspoon salt Nectarine chutney (recipe below), for serving (optional) For the nectarine chutney 3 pounds nectarines, pitted and roughly chopped 2 cups cider vinegar 1 1/2 cups thinly sliced red onions 1 1/2 cups packed light brown sugar 1 cup dried cherries 2 cloves garlic, cut in half 2 teaspoons kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon Pour the water, kosher salt and honey into a large pot and bring to a boil, stirring to dissolve the salt and honey. Remove

from the heat and add the thyme, the 1 tablespoon pepper, and the cloves. Set aside to cool. Then transfer the brine to the refrigerator and chill thoroughly, about 2 hours. Submerge the pork chops in the cold brining liquid and marinate for 6 hours, refrigerated.

Remove the pork chops from the brine and pat them dry with paper towels. Discard the brine.

Preheat the oven to 350°F. Heat the oil in a large grill pan or heavy skillet over medium-high heat. Season the chops with the 1/4 teaspoon salt and the remaining 1/8 teaspoon black pepper.

Cook the chops, in batches if necessary, until nicely browned on both sides, about 1 minute per side. Transfer them to a roasting pan or baking sheet, and roast until they reach an internal temperature of 145°F, 10 to 12 minutes. Allow the chops to rest for 5 minutes before serving.

For the chutney Combine all the ingredients in a large saucepan, and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to a slow simmer and cook the chutney for 1 hour, or until most of the liquid has been absorbed.

Carefully pour the hot chutney into three sterilized 8-ounce jars, and seal immediately. The chutney should be used within 6 months.

About 3 cups Serve each pork chop with a spoonful of the nectarine chutney.

PAGE 40

MORNING STAR • JUNE 17 - 23, 2010

Health Campbell to present abstract

Carlene J. Campbell MS, R.N., senior clinical analyst at Nanticoke Memorial Hospital, will present her nursing Informatic abstract at the Summer Institute in Nursing Informatics (SINI) conference, July 2124, at the University of Maryland School of Nursing in Baltimore, Md. Campbell’s Campbell capstone project, “Assessing the Computer Literacy of a Community Hospital” received the Nursing Informatics Practice Award for “the practice paper judged to make the most significant contribution to exemplary practice in nursing informatics.” Her work was selected by the SINI planning committee.

PRMC earns distinction

CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield recently designated Peninsula Regional Medical Center as a Blue Distinction Center for Cardiac Care.

This most recent designation now creates Blue Distinction Centers at Peninsula Regional for Cardiac Care, Bariatric Surgery, Hip and Knee Replacement Surgery and Spine Surgery. Peninsula Regional is currently the only hospital or medical center on the Delmarva Peninsula to hold Blue Distinction Center recognition in each of those specialties.

Peninsula Regional joins an elite group of nine of Maryland’s 59 hospitals to earn the distinction in Cardiac Care, and becomes the first hospital or medical center on the Delmarva Peninsula to be named a Cardiac Care Blue Distinction Center.

Blue Distinction is a designation awarded by Blue Cross and Blue Shield to medical facilities that have demonstrated expertise in delivering quality, safe health care with low complication and mortality rates, and a comprehensive quality management program.

Blue Distinction Center designations provide consumers with a framework for making informed decisions on where to go for specialty care.

NMH offers first aid classes

Nanticoke Memorial Hospital will offer community First Aid classes to anyone interested in learning first aid on Tuesday, July 13, from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m., at the Nanticoke Training Center on Water Street in Seaford.

Participants will learn basic first aid that will enable them to administer help during the first few moments until emergency responders arrive. Classes are open to participants age 13 and up. The course covers cognitive learning, role-playing and skill practice.

Cost is $30. Payment and registration is required no later than five business days before the class.

Late registrations (if seating is avail-

able) will be an additional $5 fee. To register, or for more information, contact the Nanticoke Memorial Hospital’s Training Center office at 629-6611, ext. 8919. Preregistration is required.

Hendricks named HR director

Nanticoke Health Services welcomes Barbara A. Hendricks, SPHR, MBA, to the position of Human Resources director. In this position, Hendricks oversees recruitment, employee relations, and staff development functions, in addition to benefits Hendricks and compensation administration for Nanticoke Health Services.

Hendricks has more than 20 years of experience in health care and is certified as a Senior Professional in Human Resources.

She received a master’s degree in human resources from Marymount University in Arlington, Va. and a master’s in business administration from Strayer University in Washington, D.C. She lives in Delmar, Md. with husband Edward, a nurse practitioner.

Safe Sitter Class

Nanticoke Memorial Hospital is offering a Safe Sitter class for girls and boys ages 11 to 13. The 2-day course will be held from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., June 28 & 30.

The Safe Sitter program is a medically accurate instructional series that teaches youngsters how to handle emergencies when caring for younger children. The cost is $50. Participants are to bring a bagged lunch.

All medical information will be taught by a certified professional. Students get hands-on practice in basic life-saving techniques so they are prepared to act in a crisis.

Instructors also provide tips to make sitters more confident caregivers. They teach safety and security precautions, such as what to do if a stranger comes to the door and when and how to call for help. They give information on child development and suggest age-appropriate activities. Participants will also learn about the business aspects of babysitting.

To register your son or daughter or your child’s babysitter, call 629-6611, ext.

2542.

Diabetes education program

Nanticoke Memorial Hospital will hold a four-session diabetes education program on July 14, 21, 28 and Aug. 4, from 5 to 7 p.m., at the hospital. Registration is required. The cost of the four-session program may be reimbursable by insurance.

This four-session program includes weekly education sessions and individualized meal planning for diabetes selfmanagement. The goal is to give you the self-management skills to control your dia-

betes. Family members/significant others are welcome to attend.

For more information and to register, contact Nanticoke Memorial Hospital’s Diabetes Education department at 6296611, ext. 2446.

Yearick named executive director

Nanticoke Health Services welcomes Lyndon D. Yearick to the position of executive director of the Nanticoke Health Services Foundation.

Yearick will be responsible for the fundraising activities of the Foundation, including the planning and execution of programs for annual giving, major gifts, grants, special events and planned gifts.

Yearick comes to Nanticoke with more than 20 years Yearick of experience in business and marketing management.

He was responsible for the fundraising and resource development efforts for Kent and Sussex Counties’ United Way of Delaware.

He received his bachelor’s of business administration from Bloomsburg University and his master’s in business

administration with a marketing concentration from Pennsylvania State University.

CPR, Heartsaver classes offered

Nanticoke Memorial Hospital will offer Healthcare Provider CPR classes to professionals and Heartsaver AED classes for individuals needing Heartsaver AED Certification for the workplace.

The following classes are being offered at the Nanticoke Training Center located on Water Street in Seaford: July 9 - 8 a.m. to noon; July 9 - 1 to 4 p.m.; July 23 - 8 a.m. to noon; July 23 - 1 to 4 p.m.

Participants will learn how to perform CPR on adults, children and infants and how to help an adult, child or infant who is choking.

The course is designed for healthcare providers and vocational or college students of healthcare professions.

Participants who successfully complete the written and practical exam will receive a card with a 2-year expiration.

Cost is $45. Payment and registration is required no later than five business days before the class. Late registrations (if seating is available) will be an additional $5 fee.

To register, or for more information, contact Nanticoke Memorial Hospital’s Training Center office at 629-6611, ext.

8919. Pre-registration is required.

MORNING STAR • JUNE 17 - 23, 2010

Community CPR classes offered

Nanticoke Memorial Hospital will offer community CPR classes to anyone interested in learning CPR on Tuesday, June 22 from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m., at the Nanticoke Training Center located on Water Street in Seaford.

Participants will learn how to perform the basic skills of CPR on adults, children and infants and how to help an adult, child or infant who is choking.

This classroom-based, video and instructor-led CPR course offers families, friends and community members the opportunity to learn CPR and need a course completion card. Classes are open to participants ages 12 and up. This program is specifically designed for those who prefer to learn in a group environment with feedback from an instructor.

The target audience is those who have a duty to respond to a cardiac emergency because of job responsibilities or regulatory requirements.

Cost is $30. Payment and registration is required no later than five business days before the class. Late registrations (if seating is available) will be an additional $5 fee.

To register, or for more information, contact Nanticoke Memorial Hospital’s Training Center office at 629-6611, ext.

8919. Pre-registration is required.

Stroke support group

Nanticoke Memorial Hospital’s next Stroke Support Group meeting is being held on Thursday, June 17th, 1:30 pm at Nanticoke Memorial Hospital’s Mears Rehabilitation, 300 Health Services Drive, Seaford, DE. The support group is designed for individuals who have survived a stroke as well as their families and caregivers.

Modeled from the American Stroke Association, the hospital is engaging with speakers to provide education, community resources and emotional support to those who have been affected by this life-altering event.

The two-hour support group meetings will consist of guest speakers and breakaway sessions, in which caregivers and stroke survivors will meet in two groups to discuss concerns, provide support, and allow for networking. Refreshments will be provided.

Pre-registration is not required for this FREE support group. For additional information, contact Nanticoke Memorial Hospital at 302-629-6611, extension 8626.

Quarterly infection report

Delaware Health and Social Services’ Division of Public Health issued data for hospital central line-associated blood stream infections for Delaware for the first quarter of 2010.

An estimated 248,000 bloodstream infections occur in U.S. hospitals each year.

A large proportion of these infections are attributed to a central line, which is a tube in the chest that returns blood to the heart.

Bloodstream infections are usually serious infections typically causing a prolonged hospital stay, increased cost and risk of death.

Collectively, Delaware’s eight critical care hospitals reported eight infections between January and March. Only one hospital had an infection rate that was sta-

tistically higher than the national rate published by the Centers for Disease Control and Preventions’ National Healthcare Safety Network.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported that for the first half of 2009, the number of central line-associated blood stream infections in Delaware was significantly below the number expected based on data from 17 states.

Bereavement support group

Compassionate Care Hospice, The Wellness Community-DE and Nanticoke Memorial Hospital will collaborate to present a monthly bereavement group, The Next Step.

The group focuses on issues of loss that continue beyond the early stages of grief. Mary Van House, bereavement coordinator, will facilitate the group at 10 a.m. on the third Tuesday of each month, at the Nanticoke Cancer Care Center, second floor conference room. To register, call Lisa at 629-6611, ext. 2378.

Depression Support Group

PAGE 41

long-term survivor for one-on-one support. To learn more about Beginning Your Pink Ribbon Journey at Nanticoke Memorial Hospital Cancer Center, call Lois Wilkinson at 672-6435.

Registration is required and light refreshments and small gifts are provided.

Man to Man support group

Nanticoke Memorial Hospital offers a Man to Man support group meeting on the fourth Wednesday of each month.

Man to Man helps men cope with prostate cancer by receiving information and peer support.

Man to Man is a forum for men and their support network to learn about diagnosis and treatment options through presentations, written materials and videos. Specialists share information such as side effects and how to cope with prostate cancer and its treatment.

News and information about nutrition, general health, research and treatment, as well as messages from men living with prostate cancer and other Man to

Man activities, are offered to assist in the recovery process. Pre-registration is not required for this free support group. For more information, contact Larry Skala (337-3678) or Grafton Adams (6288311).

Cancer support group

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

The monthly support group meets in the second floor conference room of the Cancer Care Center on the third Monday of each month from 4:30 to 6 p.m. The Wellness Community is dedicated to helping people affected by cancer enhance their health and well-being through participation in a professional program of emotional support and hope.

All facilitators of these groups are trained mental health professionals. Call 645-9150 for information or to register.

There is a free bimonthly Depression Support Group meeting in Laurel on the second and fourth Wednesday evenings from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Any person who has signs and symptoms of depression and is under the care of a professional counselor/MD is welcome to attend. To register, call 302-465-6612.

Breast cancer support group

Delaware Breast Cancer Coalition, Inc. (DBCC) has expanded its Beginning Your Pink Ribbon Journey, a program for women newly-diagnosed with breast cancer, by partnering with Nanticoke Memorial Hospital Cancer Center in Seaford.

The free, monthly program is offered at the Cancer Center located at 801 Middleford Road, Seaford, the third Thursday of each month from 3 to 4 p.m.

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

Of particular value to newly-diagnosed women is DBCC’s Peer Mentor Program through which they are paired with a

LAKESIDE

PHYSICAL THERAPY, LLC Pampi Pamplona, PT

302

280-6920

202 Laureltown, Laurel, DE Monday - Friday 7 am to 7 pm

ORTHOPEDIC BALANCE DISORDER PAIN MANAGEMENT STRENGTHENING NEUROLOGICAL DISORDERS ARTHRITIS FRACTURES POST SURGERIES Accepting Blue Cross/Blue Shield, Medicare, CIGNA - HMO Open Access, Optimum Health, Workman’s Comp, Auto Insurance

COLON CANCER SCREENING • Screening exams for early detection & prevention of colo-rectal cancer • Endoscopy for investigation & treatment of digestive diseases • All in a caring, comfortable & convenient outpatient facility

PENINSULA ENDOSCOPY CENTER 9315 Ocean Highway, Delmar, MD

410-896-9005

HOME CARE

“The best care, by the best people, in the best place … HOME”

Compassionate,Medi care-certified care in the comfort of your home

• Skilled nursing services • Physical & occupational therapy • Medical social worker services • Home health aide services

302-629-4914

800-990-3909 toll free 302-629-6542 fax

SENIOR CITIZENS SeafordC enter

Genesis ElderCare® Network • Retirement • Assisted Living • Skilled Nursing Care

1100 Norman Eskridge Highway, Seaford, DE 19973 302-629-3575 Fax 302-629-0561

EYE CARE

Azar Eye Institute

“With An Eye In The Future” www.azareyeinstitute.com

Alex Azar, M.D. Peter I. Filipov, M.D. Jason M. Tu, M.D. James Gallagher, M.D. Emerson T. Que, M.D. Tracey Boss, O.D. Jennifer R. Giles, O.D.

Laurel Office: Salisbury: Suite 1 31519 Winter Place Pkwy., 116 E. Front Street Laurel, DE 19966 Salisbury, MD 21804

410-546-2500

302-875-8991

INTERNAL MEDICINE

“Medicine for Adults” with emphasis on prevention and early detection of disease

Over 20 Years of Service and Experience

Darius S. Sypek, M.D.

Diplomate, American Board of Internal Medicine

DelMar Medical Center P.A.

at Park Professional Center 1350 Middleford Road, Suite 501, Seaford, DE 19973 302-628-4370 - by appointment only www.delmarmedicalcenter.com

URGENT CARE ORTHOPAEDICS H. PAUL AGUILLON, MD

Sussex Medical Center

GENERAL & FAMILY PRACTICE INTERNAL MEDICINE • WALK-INS

X-Ray and Lab on Premises Minor Emergencies • Lacerations Office Gynecology - Pap Smears Executive, Sports & Insurance Physicals Orthopedics • Minor Surgery Cardiology • Stress Testing

Se habla español 401 Concord Road, Blades, DE 19973

629-6664 LET PEOPLE KNOW YOU’RE AVAILABLE FOR THEM -- CALL 302-629-9788

PAGE 42

MORNING STAR • JUNE 17 - 23, 2010

Thomas P. Ferry, CEO Nemours/Alfred I. duPont Hospital for Children; Vicki Funanage, PhD, director of Biomedical Research; LRFDE Board member Christine Meyer; E. Anders Kolb, MD; Denni Ferrara, president, LRFDE; and Lori Counts, managing director, Nemours Fund for Children’s Health.

Foundation gives $50,000 grant Nemours Fund for Children’s Health announces that the Leukemia Research Foundation of Delaware (LRFDE) has made a grant of $50,000 to support research being conducted by oncologist E. Anders Kolb, MD, director of the Blood and Bone Marrow Transplant Unit at Nemours/Alfred I. duPont Hospital for Children.

The studies, being carried out in collaboration with Dr. Peter Houghton of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, test new anti-cancer compounds in laboratory models.

Although 80 to 85 percent of children with leukemia are cured with radiation and chemotherapy, there are often toxic side

effects. If a child treated for leukemia suffers a relapse, the survival rate is only 30 percent. Consequently, the search for new, less toxic drugs is of great importance.

The Leukemia Research Foundation of Delaware, founded by Denni Ferrara of Middletown, is dedicated to funding researchers who are making vital discoveries that lead to a better understanding of blood cancers, their treatment, and the effects on the patient.

Ferrara’s daughter Natalia suffered from acute lymphocytic leukemia at age three. She was treated at Nemours/Alfred I. duPont Hospital for Children and is now a healthy teenager.

By Dr. Anthony Policastro Anxiety is a commonly used word.

What many people do not realize is that anxiety is a category of illnesses. People do not necessarily have “anxiety.” There are various types.

The type often seen in children is separation anxiety. This is a normal stage of development that occurs late in the first year of life.

However, children then outgrow it.

Some do not do it as well as others. Some children will continue to have separation anxiety as they get older. This is frequently seen when the child goes off to school.

They will not want to leave the parent or get on the school bus.

In most cases, it improves as the school year goes on. However, some children will have anxiety symptoms each September with the start of the new school year.

A second type of anxiety shows itself in phobias. People get anxious in many situations. Flying on an airplane is one common phobia. It is simply a form of anxiety disorder. Other people have anxiety about heights. Some have anxiety related to germs. Each of these situations only becomes a problem if the anxiety is disabling.

A third type is panic disorders. These are the extreme instances where individuals just decompensate in certain situations.

A fourth type shows itself up in physical symptoms. These are the situations where someone will say “It is all in your head.” While the source of the anxiety might be psychological, the physical symptoms are real.

For example, someone who has to speak in front of a large group will get anxiety. Their heart will be faster, their palms will get sweaty and they will have butterflies in their stomach. These are real physical symptoms even though there is not a physical problem.

A fifth type is social anxiety disorder.

These individuals have anxiety about being out in public. They fear that others will judge them and are concerned about what others will think of them. They are concerned with how they dress and what they say. Some people deal with this kind of stress by self medicating with alcohol at events to help them relax.

A sixth type of anxiety is the one that accompanies obsessive-compulsive behavior. Individuals with this type of behavior will get anxious when things are not in the order that they want them to be.

A seventh type is what is known as a generalized anxiety disorder. These individuals tend to be anxious about a lot of things. They are just anxious individuals as a rule.

Most people with anxiety problems have more than one type of anxiety. For that reason, multiple situations upset them.

The best approach is counseling and therapy. For more severe cases, medication might be necessary. There might even be situations where medication is only necessary in specific instances. For example, someone who has anxiety about flying would do well with a single dose of medication before a flight.

We need to realize that when we use the term anxiety, it can have many different meanings.

Anxiety is a category of illnesses

From left, Nanticoke Memorial Hospital’s Bruce Dopler, MD, Stroke Center medical director and Annedreea Webber, stroke coordinator, accept the American Stroke Association’s Get With The Guidelines – Stroke Bronze Performance Achievement Award from Laurie Saint Clair, Quality Improvement Initiatives director, American Stroke Association.

NMH receives stroke care award Nanticoke Memorial Hospital received the American Stroke Association’s Get With The Guidelines - Stroke (GWTG -Stroke) Bronze Performance Achievement Award. The award recognizes the hospital’s commitment and success in implementing a higher standard of stroke care by ensuring that stroke patients receive treatment according to nationally accepted standards and recommendations.

Nanticoke Memorial Hospital has developed a comprehensive system for rapid diagnosis and treatment of stroke patients admitted to the Emergency Department.

To receive the GWTG - Stroke Bronze Performance Achievement Award,

Nanticoke Memorial Hospital consistently followed the treatment guidelines in the GWTG - Stroke program for 90 days. The 90-day evaluation period is the first in an ongoing self-evaluation by the hospital to continually reach the 85 percent compliance level needed to sustain this award.

Studies demonstrate that patients who are taught how to manage their risk factors while still in the hospital reduce their risk of a second stroke. Through GWTG - Stroke, customized patient education materials are made available at the point of discharge, based on patients’ individual risk profiles. The take-away materials are available in English and Spanish.

Amir Quefatieh, M.D. Will be Relocating Out of State Effective June 13, 2010 For more information or to request a copy of your medical records, call 302-628-4231

HEALTH SERVICES

Always Caring. Always Here.

MORNING STAR • JuNe 17 - 23, 2010

PAGe 43

Education Whaley receives scholarship

Five staff members from Delaware Technical & Community College in Georgetown recently graduated from the college’s Leadership Development Program. Shown here with Dr. Ileana Smith, vice president and Owens Campus director are (from left): Bobbi Barends, assistant to the campus director; Meg Lewis, counselor; Keith Faulkner, instructor, Criminal Justice; Dr. Smith; Shelley Grabel, educational training specialist; and Christopher Moody, acting assistant dean of instruction.

Sixth leadership class graduates Delaware Technical & Community College’s sixth Leadership Development Class graduated on Tuesday, June 8, at a ceremony held at the Terry Campus in Dover. Seventeen graduates, representing the four campus locations, were honored at the College’s annual June Board of Trustees meeting.

Graduates received a framed certificate and a copy of True North by Bill George, which encourages leaders to follow their own internal compass.

Delaware Tech’s Leadership Development Program was established in response to a need for succession planning. Any

Students attend HOBY seminar

Two area students, Cory Cutsail of Laurel High School and Keona Hughes of Seaford Senior High School, attended the Delaware Hugh O’Brian Youth (HOBY) Leadership Seminar at Wesley College, Dover, June 4-6.

Fifty-three high school sophomores from public and private high schools attended the seminar. These students were identified from their high school as having leadership potential and represented their high school at the statewide seminar.

Attendees interact with groups of distinguished leaders in business, government, education, media and community service occupations to discuss present and future issues. HOBY leaders are challenged to return to their communities to perform at least 100 hours of community service within 12 months after the seminar.

Hugh O’Brian Youth Leadership was established in 1958 by actor Hugh O’Brian after a visit to Africa where he was inspired by a meeting with Dr. Albert Schweitzer.

Justice named to dean’s list

Tyler D. Justice of Seaford, has been named to the spring 2010 dean’s list with

staff, faculty or administrator may apply to participate, and those who are selected are assigned mentors — previous graduates or College administrators. Over the course of 20 months, participants attend seminars on leadership, management, and other critical curriculum, and each person creates a professional development plan that emphasizes career goals and necessary leadership skills and experiences.

Graduates of the 2010 Leadership Development Class from the Owens Campus in Georgetown include: Bobbi J. Barends, Keith I. Faulkner, Shelley P. Grabel, Meg A. Lewis and Christopher M. Moody. high honors at McDaniel College in Westminster, Md. Highest honors are earned for a semester grade point average of 3.90 or higher, high honors for a grade point average of 3.70-3.89, and honors for a 3.50-3.69 average.

Monzona Whaley, 18, of Delmar, Md., is one of 75 students named to the fifth annual class of KFC Colonel’s Scholars. This fall, Whaley, will begin his freshman year at the University of Maryland thanks to a scholarship provided by Whaley the Kentucky Fried Chicken Foundation.

Whaley, who plans to pursue a degree in political science, aspires to be a politician so that he can be the voice for many underrepresented citizens.

Whaley served as class president and a student ambassador. He is also the president for the League of Leaders and started an organization entitled Generation One, where students partnered with the University of Maryland Eastern Shore and put on a fashion show with the Red Cross which raised money for Haiti Relief.

More than 100,000 graduating high school seniors applied for the scholarship this year. Whaley is eligible to receive up to $20,000 during the next four years to pursue a bachelor’s degree at an accredited public university within his home state.

Meade graduates from Messiah

Ryan Meade of Bethel was one of 655 students to graduate from Messiah College in Grantham, Pa., on May 15, during the College’s 101st annual commencement.

He received a bachelor’s degree in marketing. He was also named to the dean’s list for the 2010 spring semester.

Personal development courses

Stay active or develop a new hobby in personal development courses offered in July at Delaware Technical & Community College, Owens Campus.

Beginning July 1, learn the basics of watercolor from 9:30 a.m. to noon or receive informal portrait drawing instruction from 1 to 4 p.m.

Adults ages 50 and up can receive

complete golf instruction including rules and etiquette as well as basic methods for swinging and hitting on Mondays and Wednesdays, July 12 to 28, from 5 to 6 p.m.

Learn simple defensive driving strategies and earn a 10 percent reduction on the liability portion of your automobile insurance for three years by completing the basic defensive driving course on Saturday, July 17 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Participants will also receive a three-point credit applied to their Delaware driving record.

Three years after completing the basic class, graduates can participate in Advanced Defensive Driving on Monday, July 12, from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m., to learn additional strategies for road safety and earn a 15 percent reduction on their insurance for another three-year period.

Divorcing parents can satisfy Delaware’s legal requirements for parent education and learn what children experience when parents divorce by participating in the Divorcing Parent Education Program on Tuesday, July 20 and Thursday, July 22 from 6 to 9 p.m.

Fitness and wellness classes will help to improve your health and lower stress levels. Horseback riding is offered for beginners, ages 15 and up, at Singletree Stables in Seaford; participants will learn the basics of safety, stable management and equestrian skills on Tuesdays, July 20 to Aug. 10, from 8 to 9 a.m.

Combine the use of the mind, body, and spirit into graceful and slow movements in Tai Chi, level 1 at 6 p.m. or level 2 at 7 p.m. on Tuesdays, July 27 to Aug. 31.

Build strength without excess bulk to create a sleek, toned body in Pilates on Mondays and Wednesdays, July 12 to Aug. 18, from 6 to 7 p.m.

For more information or to register, call 854-6966.

U.S. Service Academy inductee

Congressman Mike Castle recently joined Sens. Tom Carper and Ted Kaufman in honoring some of Delaware’s U.S. Service Academy inductees in Washington, D.C. Area inductees included Alison Schwinn, 18, a graduate of Seaford High School. Schwinn will attend the U.S. Naval Academy this fall.

Massey graduates from Ursinus

Mary E. Massey graduated from Ursinus College in Philadelphia with a bachelor of arts degree in politics, an International Studies Certificate, and a minor in history on Saturday, May 15.

While at Ursinus, she was named to the Dean’s List. She was a member of the International Relations Club, serving as president, vice president and secretary of the organization, and head delegate of the Ursinus delegation to the National Model United Nations. She was vice president of the Residence Hall Association, a peer advisor for study abroad and a peer advisor for academics.

She studied abroad with the Ursinus program in Florence, Italy, and with the Hiroshima and Peace program in Hiroshima, Japan.

A graduate of Seaford Senior High School, Massey is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Massey of Seaford.

ELLIS MEMORIAL AWARD - Lawrence Elliott of the Laurel Civic Club presents the 2010 Robert C. Ellis Memorial Award for $1,000 to Justin Allen (left). The award will help Justin further his education at Delaware State University. He is the son of Jeff and Jan Allen of Laurel.

PAGe 44

MORNING STAR • JuNe 17 - 23, 2010

Three Seaford Lions receive the ‘Melvin Jones Fellowship Award’

This year, following the Seaford Lions - Kiwanis Golf Challenge, at the Seaford Lions Club Charter Night activities on May 24, Lions Club International and the Seaford Lions Club awarded three Lions the highest award in Lionism, the “Melvin Jones Fellowship Award.” They are Past President Keller Hock, Past President George Sapna, II and Past President Jim Blackwell.

Lions International recognizes only a few outstanding Lions Club members by bestowing on them an award that is named for its founder, Melvin Jones. It is the highest form of recognition and embodies humanitarian ideas consistent with the nature and purpose of Lionism. The recipi-

ent of this award is named because of his exemplary service to the Lions Club and the community that it serves.

Of the many Seaford Lions Club members since the club’s founding in 1937, Melvin Jones Fellowship Awards have been presented to only the following: Ross Collins, Charles Allen, John Holt, Ben Hurley, Bill Lloyd Sr., John Manlove, George Sapna Sr., Bill Slatcher, and this year’s award presenter, Carlyle Windley.

Another transferring Seaford Lion, Tom Spires, was also presented this award by his previous Lions Club in Maryland, and in his first year in the Seaford Lions Club he already routinely demonstrated why he was honored with this award.

The Melvin Jones Fellowship award for this year went to, from left, past presidents Keller Hock, George Sapna, II and Jim Blackwell. Past President Carlyle Windley, right, chaired the nominating committee and presented the awards.

Residents work to reduce crime

By Cathy Shufelt

NEW LIONS PRESIDENT - 2009-2010 Seaford Lions Club President Jim Blackwell, left, swore incoming 2010-2011 president, Larry Dernulc, at the Charter Night Activities at Heritage Shores Country Club on May 24. King Lion Larry, a vice president at the Bank of Delmarva, expressed his desire for another outstanding year and asked for continued support from all Lions to build on the successes of the present year.

The Seaford Lions Club supports the community in many ways including giving Lions Club scholarships to graduating seniors; being the provider of last resort for those in the community needing eye glasses and supporting the community’s many projects. Anyone with a desire to serve our community may call any Lion and ask about membership.

Concerned residents of three neighborhoods bordering Hearn’s Pond north of Seaford met with Corporal Mark Albert of the Delaware State Police on June 10, to discuss the latest in a series of area breakins and thefts.

During the meeting, held at the Seaford Museum, residents from Lake Shores, Clearbrooke Estates and Hearns Pond Road spoke with Cpl. Albert about what is being done by the state police to address their concerns and what steps they can take to help reduce the number of crimes taking place in the area. Residents attending the meeting spoke of their car windows being smashed, sheds and homes being broken into, various acts of vandalism and other crimes.

Cpl. Albert told residents that he and other officers will institute more drive through patrols and set up traffic stops in all three areas. He encouraged residents to take responsibility for their own safety as well, suggesting a variety of safety measures such as making sure homes, cars and outbuildings are locked; installing security systems and lighting; and making sure residents know their neighbors.

“Tell your neighbor if you are going out of town for a few days,” said Albert, “…it’s one way to make sure someone is

keeping an eye on your property and making sure any suspicious activity will be called in to police…”

He also encouraged residents to report any suspicious activity and write down license tag numbers even if they aren’t sure there is a crime being committed.

Several residents asked about instituting a neighborhood crime watch and Cpl. Albert spoke briefly about what steps would need to be taken to make that a reality.

Also present at the meeting was Patricia Deptula, assistant director of Public Works for Sussex County, who spoke about how the group could institute a “street lighting district” in their area. If enough property owners in the area support the idea, the county, along with the local electric power provider, can install more streetlights in the area, and, hopefully, reduce criminal activity. Property owners would work with county representatives to initiate the project, and the costs would be shared among the property owners. Other neighborhoods in the area have instituted the program, and Seaford area residents may have noticed the lighting in places such as Beaver Dam Heights, Nanticoke Estates and Heritage Village. Other areas are in the process of creating lighting districts. The cost of the new lighting varies depending on the size and type of lighting that is chosen by residents.

Legislative Field Trip

Some Seaford-area businessmen and women recently got a firsthand look at the legislative process thanks to one of their own. State House Minority Whip Dan Short (in photo, at right) is a small businessman and a member of the Greater Seaford Chamber of Commerce’s Economic Development Committee.

At a luncheon meeting of the group earlier in the year, Rep. Short invited anyone who was curious about how business is conducted at the capitol to come to Legislative Hall during a day the General Assembly was meeting. Initially, only five people expressed an interest but by the time the group made their visit on June 9, the delegation had ballooned to 17 chamber members and government officials.

“They visited the Joint Finance Committee room, they went to committee meetings, and they heard the good and not-so-good,” Rep. Short said. The group also met with Governor Jack Markell; a number of different state legislators; and former small businessman and current Delaware Economic Development Office Director Alan Levin.

MORNING STAR • JuNe 17 - 23, 2010

PAGe 45

Cemetery board ponders fate of the Roundhouse

The Madden family pose for a picture at the Seaford Alumni Association Banquet. From left are Eileen Madden Larimore (class of 1966), Randy Larrimore (1965), Judy Madden Rhodes (1975), Michelle Bowland Madden (1984), Mabel Madden, Adele Madden (1964), Dr. Kenneth C. Madden, and Ken Madden Jr. 1968). Mabel Madden is a former Seaford elementary teacher and Dr. Madden retired as the State Schools Superintendent of Delaware.

Seaford Alumni Association holds 15th annual banquet The Seaford Alumni Association held their 15th annual banquet on Saturday, May 15, at the Seaford Fire Hall. The Ladies Auxiliary provided a delicious meal to approximately 170 alumni and guests.

Recording Historian Rudy Wilson presented framed class pictures to the three alumni members present from the Class of 1940: Doris Friedel Hill, Gladys Hill Stevens and Barbara Smith MacMinn. Other honored classes recognized that evening were 1930, 1950 and 1960.

The Seaford Alumni Association Class of 2010 recipients of the $2,000 scholarships each are Jenna Wills, Phillip DeMott and Haley Elizabeth Quillen.

Jenna, daughter of Frank and Melissa Wright Wills (both class of 1971), plans to attend York College of Pa., to pursue a career in nursing, eventually hoping to become a nurse practitioner.

Phillip, son of Brian and Colleen Betts DeMott (1978), has applied to both U.D. and Wake Forest University and plans to pursue his goal of becoming an optometrist like his aunt, the late Dr. Susan Betts.

Haley, daughter of Dave (1977) and Debbie Gaskin Quillen (1978), plans to attend Salisbury University to major in mathematics and secondary education.

Another highlight of the event was the wonderful entertainment provided by our “Alumni Entertainers.”

“We are so fortunate to have many talented alumni members with fine voices and humorous acting. We cannot wait to see and hear what they have planned for next year,” Donna Angell said.

The purpose of the Alumni Association is to promote unity and fellowship among the alumni as well as raise funds to provide scholarships to qualified Seaford seniors.

The eligibility for membership is open to graduates of the Seaford School District

The Roundhouse, situated on the western side of the cemetery at Stein and Market streets, Seaford, has a serious problem.

The structure, built in 1886 by Henry Twilley, Robert E. Ellis and Otis A. Twilley, has begun to fall victim to Mother Nature’s wrath. The roof leaks and the corner pillars are beginning to rot.

Estimates from local contractors have been as high as $19,000 for the needed repairs.

Board of Directors President John Hitch says that amount could be reduced to about$12,000 if they cut back on the type of materials utilized. Hitch said that tearing the structure down is an option that has been considered. However the board would prefer not to have to take that position due to the historical value associated with the Roundhouse.

“We simply do not have the funds to make these repairs,” Hitch said. “The cemetery is financially sound, as far as operations and maintenance goes, but we are

bound by Corporate Laws governing cemetery operations as to what funds can be used to make improvements. We are very proud of the fact that in a recent statewide review of all cemeteries, ours was found to be one of the best managed and most financially sound.”

Hitch said the Roundhouse improvements are not the only projects the board of directors are contemplating. Others include replacing the fence around the entire cemetery, a mausoleum and chapel and, at the top of the list, a cremations garden area where crematory remains can be buried and/or memorials to the deceased can be engraved in stone, marble or walkway blocks.

A fund drive has been initiated to obtain finances for the Roundhouse repairs.

Any business or individual interested in donating can do so by sending their check to Oddfellows Cemetery, Inc., PO Box 72, Seaford, DE 19973. Any and all donations will be greatly appreciated.

The Roundhouse in the Oddfellows Cemetery is in need of repair.

Page by Page News from the Seaford Library and Cultural Center

The Seaford Alumni’s three 2010 scholarship recipients each are, from left, Jenna Coale Wills, Phillip Matthew DeMott and Haley Elizabeth Quillen.

or those interested may become associate members if they attended or taught at Seaford schools.

The yearly dues are $10 or members may join for 5 years for $40. Call Mary Lee Plummer Deluca at 629-8429 or Donna Hastings Angell at 629-8077 for additional information.

Send us your news items

Send items to editor@mspublications. com. Send photos as attachments in the jpg format.

Items may also be mailed to Morning Star Publications, Inc., P.O. Box 1000, Seaford, DE 19973.

Deadline is one week before preferred publication date. Items are used on a firstcome basis.

By Amber Motta The Seaford Library and Cultural Center will again sponsor the free Summer Reading Programs “Make a Splash @ your Library” for the Children and Make Waves @ your Library” this summer.

Children and Teens can join this summer-long program and receive reading logs to start their reading journey.

The summer reading log is a fun way to keep track of the hours that the participants have read through out the summer.

Programs will include crafts, story time, games, and movies for the children and for the teens who participate there will be gaming tournaments, movies and other age-appropriate events.

This exciting and educational program encourages children and teens to read over the summer months, helping to

maintain and develop the literacy skills that they acquired during the school year.

Studies show that voluntary reading is the number one factor in establishing good reading habits in children and teens. This is best accomplished when young readers get to choose their own books in a reading environment like the public library with a variety of books available to them.

Registration for the Children’s Summer reading Program “Make a Splash @ Your Library” starts June 23 and ends July 23. The Teens Summer Reading Program “Make Waves @ Your Library” registration begins on June 15 and ends July 29.

For more information call the Seaford Library and Cultural Center at 6292524 or visit www.seaford.lib.de.us.

PAGE 46

MORNING STAR • JuNe 17 - 23, 2010

A friend came by last night and his first comment was ‘what happened to your road?’

Resurfacing job gives the jitters The following letter was sent to Tina Shockley of the Delaware Department of Transportation. Her response follows.

Ms.Shockley, I am writing to you concerning Woodpecker Road (CR 80) in Seaford.

On Monday morning when I left for work I was able to drive down a smooth road that seemed to be in good condition.

I was surprised when I came home to find that our road had been paved.

Why did our road need paving? It was in far better shape before the paving than it is now!

The quality of work performed is so poor that I am contacting you.

I am assuming that the job is complete since it seems that the contractor has left the area.

Our road is now very, very course, rough and not smooth at all! The road noise is now so loud that it is noisier than traveling on a “tar and chip” road surface.

A friend came by last night and his first comment was “what happened to your road?”

What is DelDOT going to do to correct this situation?

Brian Howard

4883 Woodpecker Road, Seaford

Dear Mr. Howard, Thank you for your email. What you are describing is called microsurfacing.

They take an emulsion (asphalt & water) and mix it with stones and cement and it is applied to the road as a liquid. Once it dries out it creates a seal coating on the road.

Why was it done? It is likely that your road was patched and crack sealed over the last few years. While it may appear that the road did not need to be repaved due to surface quality, it is likely that the road bed (underlying materials) still need to be preserved. In order to preserve the road bed surface, we used the microsurfacing procedure. We are implementing the microsurfacing procedure because it cost one-quarter the price of hotmix asphalt.

As we look for ways to stretch our trans-

Letters to the Editor

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 you may email editor@mspublications.com

portation dollars, we believe this will be a good product.

What about the noise and roughness of the road?

While it may be noisy at this point, as traffic uses the road the material becomes compacted. Thus, over time the road will become quieter and smoother. The road may be noisier than tar and chip, but this noise level will decrease and the material will be incorporated into the road, unlike tar and chip where most of the material ends up on the side of the road.

The job is complete. If you have further questions about the use of this product, contact Tim Stynchula at 760-2449.

Tina Shockley

DelDOT office of public relations

The Prudence Standard

In 2006, Tidewater Utilities, Inc. requested a 38.58% rate increase from the PSC, but received a 26.96% rate increase.

In 2009, Tidewater asked for a 32.54% rate increase and settled for a 14.95% increase after concerned citizens, the Public Advocate and the State’s Attorney opposed granting the full request. Our outcry resulted in temporary relief.

A 40 percent rate increase every three years is unacceptable.

To their credit, House of Representatives Schooley and Longhurst, along with Senators Bunting, Ennis and Simpson sponsored HB277in 2009 for permanent rate relief. This would have authorized the PSC to legally deny the recovery of “certain” expenditures by utilities, and thereby restrain constant and outrageous doubledigit rate increases by monopolies. There-

fore in the absence of competition, our Legislators could have debated and passed HB277 in this session to give their constituents some permanent rate relief. The Prudence Standard exists in the majority of jurisdictions in America now. It would replace Tidewater’s “Business Standard.”

The PSC has oversight responsibility to regulate the rates now, but not with commensurate legal authority to enforce regulations to the extent necessary.

Rewarding big business and punishing constituents short changes especially the almost 18,000 taxpayers at the poverty level in Sussex County and 36,000 seniors mostly on fixed incomes. We thought our Legislators would work tirelessly to pass HB277 for us by June 30. I believe we deserve better representation.

We thank the few who supported HB277 and we look to the next session of the General Assembly that could make a difference, because we will remember in November.

Dean Costas Lewes

MS walk team raises $6,000

I would like to thank everyone who contributed to my MS walk team, Kelly’s Crusaders. Together we have raised over $6,000 to benefit the Delaware Chapter of the Multiple Sclerosis Society. I had about 25 family and friends who walked the three-mile course for me because I’m unable to.

I would also like to thank Lynn Parks for the wonderful story about my efforts published in The Seaford Star. I received donations from old friends and also from people who read my article and wanted to help.

Thanks again for all of the support. This was the sixth year our team participated in the walk. We will be walking again in April 2011. Please join us for all the fun. It is so important for me to give back to the DE MS Society for all of the support provided to my family and me.

May God Richly Bless You! Kelly K. Griffith

Team Captain - Kelly’s Crusaders

Trap Pond development concerns

I love the Trap Pond area. I grew up here. One of my favorite summertime activities as a child and young teenager was to embark on hours-long bike rides in the area, whether on the park’s many trails, or along neighboring roads. My parents never had to worry about my safety in this quiet community; there was hardly any traffic (the roads are still empty most of the time),

Morning Star Publications Inc.

President Bryant L. Richardson

Editor Daniel Wright Richardson

Seaford, DE 19973

Vice President Pat Murphy

Managing Editor Mike McClure

Secretary Tina Reaser

Editorial

P.O. Box 1000 • 951 Norman Eskridge Highway 629-9788 • 629-9243 (fax) editor@mspublications.com

and incidents of crime were unheard of.

That’s why I was disturbed to learn of a proposal to build a 50-home subdivision adjacent to Trap Pond State Park, which would be open only to low-income households. Homes in New Horizons would cost $115,000 to $150,000, but residents would pay a monthly lot lease. It’s an arrangement that works well enough in manufactured housing developments—trailer parks, as they are usually called—but is a quiet, beautiful area directly next to a state park the best place for a land trust to conduct an affordable-housing experiment that could go horribly wrong for neighbors?

Neighboring property values will decrease, for starters. It’s difficult enough to sell a home in these trying economic times without adding a line of tiny run-down houses (given the income requirements, they will become run-down eventually) to one’s backyard. And, though I do not wish to stereotype low-income households (I am far from wealthy myself), these kinds of developments almost always bring crime.

There are also significant environmental objections to the proposed subdivision. The wooded areas around Trap Pond teem with wildlife; it is an ideal destination for those wishing to “get away” and enjoy nature. It would be beyond wasteful to clear land in this area for a purpose as mundane as development, as if there isn’t enough of that occurring elsewhere.

Then there’s the matter of hunting areas in the state park, which would have to shrink due to safety regulations. For the many hunters and nature enthusiasts who are dependent on Trap Pond for a place to escape to in the late autumn, this is unacceptable.

I assume the board members of the Diamond State Community Land Trust have good intentions, but the fact is they have selected an extremely inappropriate location at which to pursue their noble goals.

I urge them to look for a better location.

Surely, open land that does not border a state park can be found.

It is my sincere hope that the citizens of this community will join together and voice opposition to this well-intentioned but poorly-planned project, by attending the Sussex County Planning & Zoning Commission meeting on June 24, and/or contacting their appropriate representative on the Sussex County Council.

Chris Slavens Laurel

Correction

An article in the June 3 Star failed to mention that Norman Poole of Seaford is also a Lifetime Gold Pass recipient.

Carol Kinsley Elaine Schneider

Sales

Brandon Miller

Kay Wennberg

Joyce Birch

Composition Cassie Richardson Rita Brex

Dee Daisey

Rick Cullen

Lynn Parks Morning Star Publications Inc. Subscriptions - $21 a year in-county, $26 a year in Tony Windsor has been serving the Delmarva Circulation Treasurer Kent and New Castle, Del., and Federalsburg, SharpCarol Wright Richardson Cathy Shufelt Karen Cherrix Peninsula since 1996. town and Delmar, Md.; $31 elsewhere out of state.

Publishers of the Seaford Star and Laurel Star community newspapers, (Salisbury, Md.) Business Journal and the Morning Star Business Report

MORNING STAR • JuNe 17 - 23, 2010

PAGe 47

Final Word

What will America learn from the mistakes of other countries?

By Alieta Eck, MD

Some people learn from others’ mistakes, and some have to “learn the hard way.” Will America follow the lead of countries who have actually tried their own version of ObamaCare, or could we still learn from their mistakes?

In a remarkable statement, the International Monetary Fund has recommended that, before any bailouts are considered, the Greek government must privatize transportation, energy and health care to rein in costs. The IMF recognizes that increased government involvement in health care does not save money. It also does not lead to better health care.

In 1983, when the socialists were in power, Greece established “health care for all.” Today government spending is unsustainable and Greece is awash in red ink.

Talks of budget cuts and program cutbacks are causing rioting and bloodshed.

The Greek system is employer-based but the Greek Ministry of Social Health and Cohesion has enacted strict regulations so that innovation cannot exist. Employers must choose from government-approved insurers, with rates and benefits packages clearly delineated. This sounds much like ObamaCare — private but heavily regulated insurance.

According to Michael Tanner of the Cato Institute, “The Greek health care system is funded through payroll taxes, general tax revenue and bribery.”

While half of the Greek physicians are employed by the government, the other half have private practices and are paid directly by the social insurance fund.

Physicians are not allowed to balance bill, so many have devised creative ways to augment their mediocre incomes. Many brazenly demand under the table additional payments in order for a patient to be seen.

Waiting times for medical care are very long in Greece due to provider shortages and attempts to keep government costs down. Simple blood tests take a month to schedule. It routinely takes five to six months to see a specialist or schedule surgery. Not surprisingly, patients who pay out of pocket receive faster and better care.

The practice of medicine involves a huge range of human interactions that cannot be properly incentivized, regulated or controlled by government. A centralized system is shielded from competition, so inefficiency is protected and multiplied. As costs inevitably arise, systems are set up to lower them, usually meaning more paperwork and greater costs. As bureaucracy grows, productivity declines. An expanding workforce does not lead to better medical care — only to greater expenditures, rules and frustration.

In a perfect world, people would pay for their routine health care needs in the same way they pay for the servicing of their cars. They would find and pay a local primary care physician who could take care of 90% of health care needs, recommend preventive services and refer to trusted specialists when necessary. In this scenario people would learn that healthy

lifestyles and activities would save them money. Health insurance would be reserved for the rare unexpected events and thus be a small percentage of total health care costs.

The poor in Greece are covered by the National Health Service with government hospitals and employed physicians. Medicaid covers the American poor by attempting to get private physicians to incorporate them into their practices, but since reimbursements are so low, doctors drop out of the plans and enrollees turn to the emergency rooms for urgent care — a tremendously costly and inefficient alternative.

Even the poor would do well in a true free market. Before the government got involved, American physicians volunteered to care for the poor at free clinics mostly operated by hospitals. Minimal bureaucracy was involved. These types of clinics could be established all over our country — filled with volunteers instead of government bureaucrats. Personal responsibility would be encouraged and true charity would thrive. Community would no longer be a casualty of government bureaucracy and better physical and financial health of all would be the satisfactory end result.

There is still time for America to learn a valuable lesson from Greece. ObamaCare will increase government involve-

ment in health care, the opposite of what we need. Will we have to learn the hard way?

Population of United States 308,567,674 Each citizen’s share of debt $42,285 The average citizen’s share of debt decreased $36 in the past seven days.

The debt decreased by more than $9 billion and the population increased by 41,654.

Source: brillig.com/debt_clock

About the author Dr. Alieta Eck, MD graduated from the Rutgers College of Pharmacy in New Jersey and the St. Louis School of Medicine in St. Louis. She studied Internal Medicine at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in New Brunswick, N.J. and Dr. Eck has been in private practice with her husband, Dr. John Eck, MD in Piscataway, N.J. since 1988. She has been involved in health care reform since residency and is convinced that the government is a poor provider of medical care. To contact her, email eckmds@ gmail.com or call 732-463-0303.

Quoteworthy

“To preserve [the] independence [of the people,] we must not let our rulers load us with perpetual debt. We must make our election between economy and liberty, or profusion and servitude.”

Thomas Jefferson

Last Laugh

Skiing combines outdoor fun with knocking down trees with your face.

Snowboarding is an activity that is very popular with people who do not feel that regular skiing is lethal enough.

Dave Barry

Vital Stats

Submit items for Final Word by email to editor@mspublications.com. Include your name, hometown and a daytime phone number.

Federal Debt as of June 8, 2010 at 10:32 p.m. $13,047,723,349,381

The

Freshest Produce Fresh LocaL

SWEET CORN

Our Own Squash & Cukes

Want to keep the summer heat out?

We Can Help, Call Today!

We Service All Models

Sales • Service • Installation www.yoderdoors.com

302-875-0663

Route 13, Laurel, DE

Marie Osmond & Donna Sharp Handbags Yankee Candles New Willow Tree Gourmet Foods Spring Wreaths

The

AvAilAble on FridAy

Garden Flags Camille Beckman Bath & Body Jim Shore & Home Grown Collectibles Handcrafted Jewelry

Hen House

OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK Hrs: Mon.- Sat. 10-5:30 Sun. 12-4:00 11465 Sycamore Rd., Laurel, DE - 1/2 mile from Rt. 13 302-875-6922 www.thehenhousede.com

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL

Heroes of Faith

Kids age 4—grade 6 & adults!

June 28—July 2

5:30pm—8:20pm (begins with supper) Infant/toddler care for parents who attend the adult class, How to be a Hero to Your Kids Please pre‐register. Forms may be picked up from church lobby or obtained from our website: www.atlantaroadcma.org Atlanta Road Alliance Church, 22625 Atlanta Road, Seaford, DE 19973 PH: (302) 629‐5600 FAX: (302) 629‐4145

22350 Sussex Hwy. Seaford, DE 19973 Kevin Thawley

Cell: 302-258-6455 NEW LISTING

just south of Dukes Lumber.

629.5575 302 628.9000

302

RAMEY REAL ESTATE

Trey Hardesty

The Gold Standard

MOTIVATED SELLERS!

Cell: 302-236-3344

NEW LISTING

$279,900. Apple Tree Crossing. To be built. Snowhill style or pick from other Beracah plans. Turn key price. Fiber Optic Cable (Hi-speed) installed, or come choose your own lot with 22 to choose from with prices starting at $64,500. Call Trey Hardesty’s cell 302-236-3344 .

$159,900. One owner meticulously maintained home new to the market.

Beautifully landscaped lot with large shade trees in a quiet neighborhood close to town. Call Kevin Thawley’s cell 302-258-6455.

$159,900. Recently remodeled and updated ranch home on a quiet street in Seaford. Huge Master Suite with WI closet. Large Eat-In Kitchen, living room and utility room. Call Kevin Thawley’s cell 302-258-6455.

$224,900. Nestled in a Quiet Country setting. This lovely home give you the privacy you want with the quality you desire. Two driveways, Two storage sheds, well landscaped, rear deck, irrigated yard. Call Trey Hardesty’s cell 302-236-3344.

MOTIVATED SELLERS!

PRICE REDUCED

JUST REDUCED

NEW LISTING

Located on quiet street with fenced back yard, 3 bedrooms, hardwood floors & one car garage. Call Kevin Thawley’s cell 302-258-6455.

Completely remodeled & never occupied, nice as can be. High end finishes & appl. w/great open floor plan. Lg 14x20 maint.-free deck & det. garage w/concrete driveway in nice West Seaford neighborhood. Call Kevin Thawley’s cell 302-258-6455.

$298,900. Just reduced! Why wait?

Meticulous owners have created an outstanding home inside and out! Immaculate and move-in ready, with a beautiful established lawn and mature landscaping. Many practical home improvements added. Call Trey Hardesty’s cell 302-236-3344.

$429,000. Piece of Heaven! This home offers quality & seclusion. It features travertine, bamboo, oak, & tile flrs, also Rinnai hot water, a composite deck, custom cabinets & stone gas f’place. 2.8 acres gives you plenty of room & backs up to State Wildlife Area. Call Trey at 302-236-3344.

$199,000. Character abounds this 3 BR 2 BA Colonial. This home features hardwood floors throughout. Spacious rooms with 9 ft. ceilings. Two car deattached garage. Situated on a corner lot in the heart of Bridgeville. Call Trey Hardesty at 302-236-3344.

$84,500. Affordable home in-town.

Come se this 2-story, 3BR, 2BA home priced to sell! Detached 20x14 garage and 16x8 storage shed. Front screened porch and spacious rooms.

House has a new metal roof. Call Trey Hardesty’s cell 302-236-3344.

NEW CONSTRUCTION

$189,900. New construction in peaceful Woodland Ferry Estates. Small community west of Seaford near historic Woodland Ferry. Construction just beginning, time to add your personal touches to this great split floor plan home on a 2 acre lot. Call Kevin Thawley’s cell 302-258-6455.

PRICE REDUCED

$179,900. Wonderful 1.04 acre country setting with an open, split floor plan. High end stainless steel appliances, hardwood floors and upgraded finishes throughout. Property has a Seaford, DE. mailing address but is located in Dorchester County. Call Kevin Thawley’s cell 302-258-6455.

LOTS of LOTS BRIDGEVILLE

$499,900. This has to be one of the nicest homes on the market in Western Sussex. Unbelievable new kitchen w/lg island, wine fridge, granite counters w/ tile backsplash. 2 story LR, sunroom, massive game rm, 2nd flr laundry.

Master has tray ceiling & huge walk-in closet. Shows like a model. Call Kevin at 302-258-6455.

.75 ACRES $59,000 • 3.8 ACRES $59,900 1.03 LOTS $69,500 (3) 1.8 - 2.2 acre wooded lots located on Lonesome Road, west of Seaford.

All have approved LPP soil evaluations. Prices starting at $55,000. Call Kevin Thawley’s cell 302-258-6455.

GREENWOOD

.75 ACRE $49,900 5.46 ACRES ON SUSSEX HWY. $149,90

Call Trey Hardesty’s cell 302-236-3344