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News NEW BOOK - A local author has published a book that features a series of short vignettes that focus on historical events or places. Page 3 REHAB CENTER - Nanticoke Health Services Rehabilitation Center is making a difference in people’s lives. Page 8 OPEN AIR - The Middleford North Preserve, situated along the upper reaches of the Nanticoke River, has grown. Page 9 TRIBUTE - Dale Dukes is honored for his decades of service to the people of Sussex County. Page 12 RELAY - Teams are gearing up for Relay for Life May 15 and 16 to raise money for cancer research. Page 20 HOMELESS - Homelessness in Delaware is a continuing problem. Find out how many are homeless on page 17. ASSAULT - A mother and six-year-old child are assaulted in a Laurel parking lot. Page 58

Sports CONfERENCE - The Seaford and Woodbridge varsity track and field teams took part in the Henlopen Conference meet last weekend. Coverage begins on page 45 fIRST PLACE - The Seaford boys’ tennis team tied for first and the girls finished second at the conference tournament last week. Page 45 STARS - A Seaford runner, a Seaford tennis players, and two Woodbridge soccer players are this week’s Seaford Stars of the Week. Page 47

Index Business Bulletin Board Church Classifieds Education Final Word Frank Calio Gas Lines Gourmet Grow Healthy Health Letters

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Lynn Parks Movies Obituaries Open Houses Opinion Pat Murphy Police Puzzles Sports Tides Tony Windsor

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ANNIVERSARY - Blades Volunteer Fire Company is celebrating its 75th anniversary this Saturday. For details about the planned activities, see page 43

City council seeks exclusive power to decide annexations By Lynn R. Parks

The Seaford City Council Tuesday night voted to give itself the power to approve or deny requests for annexation into the city. If OK’d by the state legislature, the public vote that is currently required by the city’s charter whenever an annexation is considered would be eliminated. The charter change has to be approved by both houses of the General Assembly as well as by the governor. The unanimous council vote followed a contentious public hearing at which a dozen people spoke out against the proposed change. Nearly all of them were from the Hearns Pond area, an area that is outside of the city limits and where land has been

proposed for annexation into the city. Twice, in September 2006 and again in April 2008, voters in Seaford rejected that annexation. Under the city’s proposed charter change, a vote like that would no longer take place. The decision instead would be made by the city council. Mayor Ed Butler said Wednesday morning that the two failed annexation referendums have nothing to do with the city’s decision to change the annexation procedure. It is simply a matter of cost, he said. “These annexation elections are costly and that is the only reason we are doing this,” he said. According to city manager Dolores Slatcher, an annexation vote costs about $1,000. That includes advertising, renting a voting machine and

review by the city solicitor. During Tuesday night’s public hearing, Councilwoman Pat Jones dismissed the concerns of the Hearns Pond residents. “You don’t live in the city limits,” she told Linda Myers, who lives on Hearns Pond Road. “You don’t pay taxes in the city. You don’t have a voice here.” One city resident, Jerome Love, spoke out against the plan. “I’m a citizen of this city and a taxpayer,” he said. “If this thing goes through, good for you. But I will put my property up for sale and move out of this community. You aren’t going to take away my right to vote.” Jones was also dismissive of him. “If you move into another community, you will find that the problem is Continued to page four

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Local author captures the history of Sussex County By Lynn R. Parks

James Diehl didn’t set out to write a comprehensive history of Sussex County. Instead, his new book, “Remembering Sussex County: From Zwaanendael to King Chicken,” features a series of short vignettes that focus on historical events or places. “I tried to make it as entertaining as I could,” said Diehl, who lives in Seaford. “Rather than a complete history, the book is a series of entertaining stories about history.” “I had trouble putting it down,” said Bob Fellows, Lewes, a Sussex County history buff who recently read the book. “I really liked the way it flowed and it gave me insight into little towns that I used to just drive through without even thinking.” Diehl wrote the book for the History Press collection published by American Chronicles. The book’s 33 chapters are divided into three sections: Eastern Sussex County, Central Sussex County and Western Sussex County. In the Western Sussex section, topics include historic Bethel, Seaford native Gov. William Henry Harrison Ross, Laurel and life along the Nanticoke River. Diehl said that he especially enjoyed writing the chapter about the Woodland Ferry, and learning about the doings of the Cannon brothers who ran the ferry in its early days. “They were pretty nasty guys,” he said.

To gather his information, Diehl talked with local historians and visited the Delaware Public Archives. Pictures for the book — there are 60 of them — came from the archives and from local historical societies. Diehl, 40, grew up in Seaford and graduated from Laurel High School in 1988. He studied journalism at Delaware Technical and Community College, Georgetown, graduating in 1991, and obtained a bachelor’s degree in journalism in 1995 from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock. While a student in Arkansas, Diehl was sports editor for the Sheridan Headlight, a newspaper in Sheridan, Ark. After moving back to Seaford in 1998, he worked at the Daily Times in Salisbury, Md., the Sussex Countian, where he was managing editor, and the Sussex Post, both in Georgetown. He also worked for the public relations department at Del Tech before becoming a full-time free-lance journalist in 2007. Today, he writes for Delaware Beach Life magazine, Shore Living magazine and the Morning Star Business Report. He also does some public relations writing and is a partner in the Hook PR Group, a public relations firm based in Georgetown. He and his wife, Dottie, have two daughters, Christina, 8½, and Isabella, 3. Diehl was limited to 35,000 words for the entire book; he regrets that he was unable to include a chapter about Bridgeville or Greenwood. But the possibility remains

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that he will write another book, about the county or maybe just about Seaford. He already has a table of contents compiled for the Seaford book, a book in which, he said, American Chronicles has expressed interest. Even if that second book doesn’t happen, Fellows said, Sussex Countians have already been well served by Diehl’s writings. “I would definitely recommend this book to others,” Fellows said. “If they don’t read it, they are missing the boat.”

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City begins annexation change process Continued from pavge one

not with the city. It’s with you,” she told him. Nearly all of the concerns expressed during the public hearing focused on the democratic process and the fact that if the change in the city’s annexation process is allowed by the General Assembly, the citizens of Seaford will have lost one of their rights to vote. “This looks like an attempt to take voting rights away from citizens,” Hearns Pond resident Susan Messick told the council. “Surely that is not what is intended, but that’s what it sounds like. You are saying that you know better than the town’s citizens. You are changing it so that the people have no voice.” “How can you really be elected to office to represent the citizens and then vote to take away their right to speak?” Myers asked. “How can you respect them if you stifle what they have to say?” Myers also asked the council how the change will help Seaford. “It won’t hurt Seaford,” Jones replied. Hearns Pond resident Howard Dhondt criticized the council for not being more deliberative in its decision to change the city’s charter. “The charter is the equivalent of the Constitution and the idea that you can change it without prolonged citizen involvement and with a single vote by the council is ridiculous,” he said. But members of the council countered that they were elected by the citizens to make exactly these kinds of decisions. Grace Peterson, who was first elected to the council in 1993 and who retired in 2006, only to be called back to fill a vacancy, and Bill Bennett, also named to the council to fill a vacancy, said that voters had expressed trust in the council members. Both Peterson and Bennett were recently sworn into new terms after no one filed to run against them. “The citizens have empowered the city council to make decisions on their behalf,” said city manager Dolores Slatcher. “And if they dislike the decisions, when election time comes somebody else can run.” Hearns Pond resident Gabriel Zepecki praised the council for their hard work. “I know that you all love your community and that you do everything that you think is going to improve the community,” she said. “But I happen to believe in the democratic process and that everybody should

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Squirrel blamed for city’s widespread power outage By Lynn R. Parks A squirrel that wandered onto the Seaford’s electric lines Tuesday morning put about a third of the city out of power. City manager Dolores Slatcher said that two circuits went down after the squirrel landed on the lines near the city’s Central Substation in downtown. One circuit includes Nanticoke Memorial Hospital, the Methodist Manor House and LifeCare at Lofland Park nursing home, as well as the Island residential area. Power on that circuit was out for about 40 minutes, Slatcher said. All of the medical facilities on that circuit have their own limited generation capabilities, she added. Tom Brown, spokesman for the hospital, said that the power outage caused no harm at the Nanticoke facilities. The emergency generators are hooked up to all critical systems, he said, and nothing loses power. The other circuit, which was out for about 50 minutes, includes the Cargill plant on the Nanticoke River and the Westview area. Workers with the city’s electric department rerouted the circuits until the wires could be repaired. Slatcher said that all power was running on its regular circuits as of Tuesday evening.

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School Board Election results

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Seaford to vote on borrowing $2.7 million $1.4 million of the total debt will be paid by the federal government By Lynn R. Parks The city of Seaford will hold a public referendum on June 12 on its plan to borrow $2.7 million for improvements to its water system. This is one of four “shovel-ready” projects the city hopes to complete with the help of federal economic stimulus money.

A public hearing and a public referendum on the general obligation bond have to be held by the end of June, in order to qualify for the stimulus money. The hearing was held Tuesday night during the regular city council meeting. City manager Dolores Slatcher told the council that $1.4 million of the total debt will be paid by the federal government. “We would get 52-percent principal forgiveness, if the city does everything it is supposed to,” she said. Interest rate on the remaining $1.3 million would be about 2.99 percent. The city will be required to pay 1 percent of the total loan, or $27,294, at the time of the

Soroptimist Park will get a facelift By Lynn R. Parks

Soroptimist Park in Seaford will get a facelift. The city council voted Tuesday night to accept a bid from Road Site Construction Inc. for the $90,000 project. As part of the project, the park on Middleford Road will get a new play structure, new grills, two shaded picnic table areas and a new 1,600-foot path. Road Site Construction will also put in measures to prevent erosion. The park is located on Williams Pond. The city had budgeted $100,000 for

the project, $44,000 from a state land and water grant and $56,000 donated by the Soroptimist Club. With the Road Site Construction bid and the nearly $15,000 bill for design of the improvements, the project was a little more than $5,000 over budget. The city council agreed to city manager Dolores Slatcher’s recommendation that the city use money from its general funds to make up the difference. Additional plans for the park had to be scrapped because of the lack of funds. They included renovating the park’s lawn and some asphalt paving.

loan approval. The project would improve the water systems in two areas: in Westview, the community near West Seaford Elementary School and the intersection of Sussex Avenue and Stein Highway; and along Bridgeville Highway, from Herring Run Road to Dutton Avenue. The city wants to replace water mains in the two areas. It also wants to install water loops, eliminating dead end pipes where water just sits. The referendum will be Friday, June 12, from 2 to 7 p.m. Voting will be in the council chamber at Seaford City Hall. For additional information, call the city, 629-9173.

Heritage Weekend May 22-24

Seaford Heritage Weekend, a three-day event, takes place on May 22, 23 and 24 at the Governor Ross Plantation. The event is sponsored by the Greater Seaford Chamber of Commerce and the Seaford Historical Society. Friday night pageants kick-off the event, followed by a full day of entertainment, living history skirmishes and activities, demonstrators, crafters and exhibitors on Saturday. Sunday includes a church service, gospel music by local artists, and a baseball game between Diamond State Base Ball Club and 2nd Delaware Infantry on Sunday. For details, call Paula Gunson at the Seaford Chamber office, 629-9690.

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2009 Strawberry Festival will benefit Habitat for Humanity

Members of St. Phillip’s Episcopal Church, 600 S. Central Ave., Laurel, along with members of the Laurel Garden Club are preparing for the May 16 Festival and Garden Tour. This year the proceeds from the Strawberry Festival will benefit Habitat for Humanity. Festival activities get under way at 8 a.m. with scrapple sandwiches and freshly brewed coffee. Craft, baked goods and flea market tables will be located along sidewalks and in the educational building. There will be children’s games and the Delmarvalous Quilters Quilt Guild will conduct a quilt raffle. Berries may be purchased by the quart or gallon. A luncheon of chicken salad, hot dogs and other treats will begin at 11 a.m. Tickets are $8 for the Garden Tour, which will begin at 9 a.m. They will be available at St. Philip’s the day of the festival. Questions relating to the tour should be directed to Shirley Skinner at 629-9378. Strawberries will be supplied by the Hen House and owner Maralene Givens will have special treats for everyone visiting her location from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sergeant Dan will be on hand for fingerprints. There will be carriage rides and Blue Grass Music. Homemade strawberry ice cream will be offered free throughout the festival.

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Business Brewery opens in Delmar

Wesley Cox, CCIM of Sperry Van Ness - Miller Commercial Real Estate, recently negotiated the lease for a new micro-brewery located in the former IGA store in Delmar, Del. Evolution Craft Brewery is a full-production boutique starting with their three original beers – Primal Ale, Exile ESB and Lucky 7. Owner’s Tom and John Knorr are also distributing their microbrew throughout several restaurants in Maryland and in their restaurants at SoBo’s Wine Bistro, the Red Roost and Boonies. They will be ready to distribute their product throughout the Mid-Atlantic region in late summer. For more information about Sperry Van Ness - Miller Commercial Real Estate or to preview their available properties, call Wesley at 410-543-2421 or visit www.SVNmiller.com.

Keeton earns CFE Credential

The Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE), provider of anti-fraud

training and education, is pleased to award Thomas George Keeton of Seaford, the Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) credential. In order to become a CFE, an antifraud professional must meet a stringent set of criteria and pass a rigorous exam administered by the ACFE. Keeton has successfully met the ACFE’s character, experience, and education requirements for the CFE credential, and has demonstrated knowledge in four areas critical to the fight against fraud. Keeton is currently a CPA in Seaford.

New Edward Jones office

Edward Jones will open a new office in Ocean View under the direction of Chris Theis. “I have spent the past few months getting to know the people of this community,” Theis said. “I am eager to help the residents of Sussex County meet their financial goals.” For more information, visit at www. edwardjones.com.

From left are Wayne Jones (2008 Warehouseman of the Year); Steve Milligan (2008 Employee of the Year); and Rick Peterson (2008 Salesperson of the Year).

Penco recognizes its employees Penco Corporation recently held its 60th anniversary celebration at the Seaford Golf and Country Club. The 2008 awards were presented with Steve Milligan receiving top honors as Penco’s 2008 Employee of the Year. Rick Peterson was selected as the Salesperson of the Year and Wayne Jones received a plaque for Warehouseman of the Year.

Diamond pins for 30 years service were presented to Fred Glime and Peggy Martinez. Ruby pins for 25 years service were awarded to Frank Caldro, Mike Hignutt and Bonnie Kern. Sapphire pins for 20 years service were presented to Jerry Baker, Mickey Cook and Tom Maske. In addition, Lisa Hignutt and Bill Wilson received a 10 year service pin.

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Rehab Center offers the latest in physical therapy By Lynn R. Parks

Crystal Young got quite a workout during last week’s open house at the Nanticoke Health Services Rehabilitation Center. First, she was on the center’s Hydro Track, a hot tub/treadmill combination, where, chest-deep in water, she walked in place, did leg exercises and finally, under the watchful eye of physical therapy assistant Brenda Wood, ran in place. While she ran, jets pushed water against her legs, providing resistance and making running even harder. “Now we’ve got her working,” Wood said. Then, Young, a doctor of physical therapy at the center, went to the center’s television and its Wii, a Nintendo interactive video game. There, she kept a virtual hulahoop on her hips, joined in a virtual foot race and skied down a virtual ski slope. She didn’t get to have her back stretched, though. That went to Clement Tajon, a physical therapist at Nanticoke Memorial Hospital, who lay on a cushioned table and was put into traction by Pampi Pamploma, a physical therapist at the rehab center. “If you have a pinched nerve, this can give you a really good feeling,” Pamploma explained to the small crowd at the open house. Lisa Schappell-Parsons, rehabilitation services coordinator at the center, said that the purpose of the open house was to introduce the center to the community. “We used to be at the back of the hospital, and five and a half years ago we moved out here,” she said. “It seems that people have lost track of where we went.” The center is located at the hospital’s Mears Campus on Bridgeville Highway, across from the post office. In addition to physical therapy, it offers occupational therapy and speech therapy. It is also home to Nanticoke’s lymphedema clinic, where people with some forms of chronic swelling are treated. Sheila Brant, an occupational therapist at the clinic, and her assistant, Joan Burditt, teach people to manage the swelling so that they can do it at home. “Our goal is to get them to be independent of us,” Brant said. The rehab center is for people whose medical conditions require some form of therapy. It is “dedicated to helping patients achieve their prior level of functioning,”

Crystal Young, doctor of physical therapy at the Nanticoke Health Services Rehabilitation Center in Seaford, gets a workout on the center’s Hydro Track. In addition to physical therapy, the center provides speech and occupational therapy and is home to Nanticoke’s lymphedema clinic, for treatment of people with chronic swelling. Photos by Lynn R. Parks

hospital spokeswoman Ginger Calloway said. Speech therapists help patients with speaking, understanding and swallowing. Physical and occupational therapists strive to improve overall strength, endurance, range of motion, balance and fine and gross motor skills. The Hydro Track, for example, is good for people who are recovering from a sports injury or who have arthritis. The buoyancy of the water keeps pressure off the joints during exercise so that people can build up their strength without causing pain to their knees or hips. When Young was in the Hydro Track, the water temperature was set at 98 degrees. The chlorinated water was a few inches above her waist and the treadmill, at its highest, was set at 3.5 miles per hour. The treadmill can go as fast as 7.4 miles per hour. “A lot of people have very good results with this,” Young said. The center’s traction device is just two months old and takes advantage of the latest technology. A computer calculates the 800 S. Market St., Blades, Del.

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Middleford North Preserve grows by 25 acres By Lynn R. Parks

The Middleford North Preserve, situated along the upper reaches of the Nanticoke River and its tributary, Gravelly Branch, east of Seaford, has grown. Jeannette Rogers, Seaford, recently sold 25 acres of farmland to the conservancy, bringing the preserve, which is owned by the Delaware chapter of The Nature Conservancy, to 440 acres. In 1998, Rogers sold 82 acres of land to the conservancy. Her property, as well as 70 acres that her sister, Mary Louise Spicer, also sold to the conservancy in 1998, is part of a 1,000-acre farm that belonged to the women’s grandfather, James “Brandy Jim” Hastings, who died in 1922. “I think that my grandfather would be pleased that his land is preserved,” said Rogers, 87. Kate Hackett, director of land protection for The Nature Conservancy, said that acquisition of the 25 acres is important because it will make the heart of the preserve even more secluded. Woodland plants and animals tend to live away from forest edges, where invasive species often creep in. The new acreage will also bring the preserve closer to part of the Redden State Forest, adding to the possibility the creation of a continuous corridor along which woodland species can travel, Hackett said. In addition, Hackett predicts that as sea levels rise as one of the ramifications of climate change, upland woodlands that are removed from the coast will become even more important than they are now. “We will probably see a migration inland of species that are looking for habitat away from the water,” she said. For the next several years, the 25 acres will continue to be leased out for farming, Hackett said. Eventually, she said, the land

will be planted in islands of native hardwoods, leaving some native grassy areas for wildlife, and then will be allowed to return to woodland. The rest of the preserve is mostly upland hardwood forest, important habitat for migratory songbirds. A freshwater wetland area is home to a strand of Atlantic white cedar, tall, straight trees that are native to a narrow strip along the Atlantic seaboard. Atlantic white cedar provide the only source of food for the caterpillar stage of the Hessel’s hairstreak, a rare green and brown gossamer-wing butterfly whose native habitat is coastal swampland from Maine to Florida. A Hessel’s hairstreak population has been identified in the preserve. Adults eat the nectar from swamp milkweed, shadbush, sand myrtle, sweet pepperbush, highbush, buttonbush and dogbane. The preserve has a colony of Long’s bittercress, a member of the mustard family and an imperiled plant that grows in red maple swamp forests in the Atlantic coast states from Maine to North Carolina. Northern starflower, a member of the primrose family and considered endangered in several states, and grass-pink, a member of the orchid family, are also found in the preserve, as are seaside alder, a member of the birch family that is uncommon in Delaware and rare throughout the world, and Parker’s pipewort, a wetland-loving plant that is also rare. In total, biologists have identified more than a dozen species in the preserve that are considered rare or imperiled, either locally or globally. In addition, the undisturbed stretches of water — the only part of the Nanticoke watershed that has never been channelized or dredged, according to The Nature Conservancy — provide spawning and

Kate Hackett, director of land preservation for the Delaware chapter of The Nature Conservancy, walks through the conservancy’s Middleford North Preserve. Biologists have identified more than a dozen species in the preserve that are considered rare or imperiled, either locally or globally. Photos by Lynn R. Parks

nursery grounds for several species of fish, including striped bass, hickory shad and river herring, and lifelong habitat for largemouth bass, sunfish and golden shiners. The preserve is available for scientific and educational purposes and is open on a limited basis for general use. People interested in visiting the preserve should

contact The Nature Conservancy. Even though he died when she was just a baby, Rogers said that her grandfather “was quite a man.” Preservation of the land, and of the plants and animals that live there, is a tribute to him. “This is a good way to remember him,” she said.

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Dale Dukes honored at Janosik Foundation fundraiser By Carol Kinsley

When Dale Dukes, Sussex County Councilman for 20 years, was invited to be guest of honor at a fund-raising dinner for the Western Sussex Boys and Girls Club, put on by Johnny Janosik Charitable Events Foundation, he was reluctant at first, said Dr. Barry Morrison, co-chair of the event. But Dukes told him, “if you think using my name will help raise money for the Boys and Girls Club, do it.” The dinner was held May 9 on the second floor of Janosik’s new furniture store. Attendees had a chance to browse the store before dinner in a scavenger hunt with valuable prizes. John Evans, the other co-chairman, said he had talked with George Krupanski, CEO of The Boys & Girls Club of Delaware, before last year’s dinner. Krupanski agreed to match whatever amount was raised, with all proceeds going to the Western Sussex club, if the Janosik group would make a four-year commitment. At last year’s dinner they raised $45,000, which was matched by the state organization. “For these kids,” Evans said, “I’ll go to the wall, whatever it takes.” Krupanski said he had asked members of the Boys and Girls club what they’d do if there were no club. “An 8-year-old girl said her mom and dad both work; she’d have no where to go. A 12-year-old work-

Forensic Files airs May 22

The truTV cable television show “Forensic Files” will air an episode about the September 1995 violent attack of Brenda Kaye Robinson in her Laurel mobile home. The episode is scheduled to air on Friday, May 22, at 10 p.m. Titled, “Smiley Face,” the episode is being heralded by Forensic Files’ editors as “one of the Top 10 in Forensic Files history.” In promoting the episode on its website, producers of “Forensic Files” describe the upcoming episode: “In ‘Smiley Face’ a nighttime intruder viciously assaults and stabs a woman in her Delaware home, but she miraculously lives to tell her story. The suspicious behavior of a local man has everyone, including the victim, con-

ing at a computer said he had no computer at home; he’d have trouble getting his homework done. A 16-year-old said, ‘I’d be in trouble. Might even be in jail.’ “We’re helping not just today, but for years to come we will still be helping,” Krupanski said. State Senator Robert Venables said Dale Dukes was a big factor in his winning a senate seat, but that being on the Sussex County Council was a more difficult job. While a Senator has the House and the governor’s lawyers helping make decisions, councilmen have no one to back them up. Venables presented Dukes with a tribute from the state senate honoring him for his service to the citizens of Sussex County. John Hollis of Nemours Health and Prevention Services had a long list of characteristics he had learned from Dale Dukes. First saluting Johnny and Mary Louise Janosik for their vision, energy and deep concern for their fellow men and women, Hollis said Dale and Dottie Dukes have lived their lives in the same model. From Dukes he learned the value and beauty of family, the value of community service, and the fulfillment of a Christian life. Hollis told the audience, “You have no idea how blessed we are to have representation that is so connected to the community in our town, county council and state leadership.” vinced the case has been solved… until forensic evidence turns the investigation on its head. It takes years and a similar crime in a different state to gather the evidence needed to put a serial rapist behind bars.” For the Robinson case Forensic Files’ production crews filmed in Seaford, Georgetown and Laurel, Delaware and Salisbury and Cambridge, Md. Filming started at the office of Morning Star Publications, publisher of the Seaford and Laurel Star newspapers. The newspapers were heavily involved in covering the Robinson case throughout the years following the attack. Forensic Files is produced by Medstar Television, Inc. and airs on truTV, which is featured on the Comcast Cable Television lineup.

At a Johnny Janosik Charitable Events dinner honoring Dale Dukes held May 9 in Laurel, State Senator Robert Venables, right, presented a Senate tribute to Dukes, who retired from Sussex County Council in January. Venables said being a councilman was a lot harder than being a state senator. Photo by Carol Kinsley

Horsey Family Golf Classic

The Horsey Family Youth Foundation will host the 5th Annual HFYF Celebrity Golf Classic at Heritage Shore Golf & Country Club on May 20-21. The event this year will have a meet and greet with the celebrities followed by dinner and a live auction on May 20 at 6 p.m. The golf action will take place with a shotgun start on May 21. Each team will be paired with a sports celebrity for a fun filled round of golf. Some of the celebrities this year will include: Rich Gannon, Brooks Robinson, Tippy Martinez, Ray Perkins, Tom Matte, and many more. Dinner tickets and golf teams are still available! For more information contact Dale Webb at 302-841-5120.

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To Dukes he said, “Thank you on behalf of thousands for modeling a man who makes decisions with a Christian frame of mind. Dale, you’re one of a kind and I can’t thank you enough.” Dukes’ son Tim, a minister, said his father had a strong work ethic. “He’s not afraid of work — or anything. There’s not a lazy bone in his body.” Discontented with the way things were going, Dukes was told, “If you don’t like it, run for office.” So he did, his son said. “In everything he did he always modeled consistency. He never quit. “A man of integrity must have values and principles, and my father got that foundation from his parents, and from a personal relationship with Jesus.” Not sure what to expect, Dukes had prepared a few remarks. When he started on the council, the annual budget was $12 million. When he left, it was $145 million. “Everything the county owns is debt free,” he said. For future projects, money was set aside. “The county should be run like a business. We had 19 budgets without a tax increase. I enjoyed my time on the council,” he said. “It was a great trip!” He said a council should put politics aside and do what is right for the county. Morrison summed up the tribute in one sentence: “If you want to be happy for a lifetime, help someone and change their life.”

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Schools can strengthen both the mind and the body By Karyl Rattay, MD, MS

Obesity is a serious public health threat. In Delaware, 37% of our kids are overweight or obese. And though the factors that contribute to obesity are many, lack of exercise is most prominent. Most children are not getting the recommended 60 minutes of daily physical activity: the average Delaware youth is active for less than 20 minutes a day. The majority (84%) of Delaware parents believe that children are not getting enough exercise.

The Institute of Medicine (IOM) recommends that schools make sure all students participate in a minimum of 30 minutes of moderate to vigorous physical activity during the school day. More than 95% of American youth, ages 5 to 17, are enrolled in school where students spend an average of 33 hours per week. That’s nearly the equivalent of a full time job. While only 4% of elementary schools, 8% of middle schools and 2% of high schools in the state provide daily physical education, many Delaware schools are making significant progress in adding more physical activity

Rick Stafford of Seaford meets with MDA ambassadors Alexis and Luke during Ride For Life. Luke Christie is the national ambassador for MDA.

Rides for Life raise millions Over 1,500 motorcyclists from Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Maryland, Delaware, New York and Virginia participated in the annual 2009 Eastern Harley-Davidson Dealers Association (EHDDA) Ride for Life XXII to benefit the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA). Riders raised money and rode to Hersheypark and Hollywood Casino at Penn National in Grantville, Pa. on May 2 and 3. Harley-Davidson of Seaford is a member of the EHDDA and has, along with its

customers, participated in Ride for Life since its inception. This year customers of Harley-Davidson of Seaford contributed more than $14,000 to the effort. Since 1988, the Eastern Harley-Davidson Dealers have raised over $14 million for the Muscular Dystrophy Association. Forty authorized dealer members are one of the most charitable groups in the country. For a complete list of dealers, visit the Eastern Harley-Davidson Dealers Association website at www.RideWithUs.org.

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to the school day. Some argue that schools cannot afford to sacrifice classroom time at the expense of exercise, but many studies have shown that academics and physical activity are mutually beneficial. For example, in a study of California students, those with higher fitness scores also had better standardized test scores in reading and math. In a study of Illinois third, fourth, and fifth-graders, researchers found that aerobic fitness, a result of being physically active, boosted learning capacity. Research has shown that increasing time in school-based physical activity does not work against academic performance. And another study of elementary school children concluded that outdoor recess breaks rejuvenate young children and help them focus on classroom tasks. Twenty-one other states have recognized the importance of the IOM’s recommendation and have legislated or regulated increased physical activity for students. Most of these states have done so at little or no additional cost. For example: • Florida legislation requires that each school district provide 150 minutes of physical education of at least moderate intensity each week for children in grades K through 5. • Texas mandates that students in grades K through 5 participate in 30 minutes of daily physical activity throughout the school year which can include physical education classes or recess.

• Oregon legislation requires students K through 5 to participate in 150 minutes of physical education per week, and students in grades 6 through 8 to participate in 225 minutes per week. Schools are in a logical position to model healthy behaviors. What can you, as parents and concerned citizens, do? Request a copy of your school district’s wellness policy and ask how you can support it. Wellness policies have the potential to spur real change in schools! Ask if your child’s school is meeting the recommended standard of 150 minutes of physical activity per week. Encourage your school board to make physical education and physical activity a priority for every grade level. Contact your elected officials and ask them to support policies that promote child health in all the places where children live, learn, and play, including schools. We want children at all levels of fitness to enjoy physical activity so it becomes a lifelong habit. Schools have tremendous potential to affect students’ adopting physically active lifestyles. Schools can help strengthen young bodies as they enrich young minds. About the author Karyl Rattay, MD, MS, is a pediatric preventive medicine physician and an expert in obesity prevention for Nemours Health and Prevention Services based in Newark.

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Health No vaccine makes swine flu a potential national problem By Dr. Anthony Policastro Swine flu has been in the headlines for days now. The headlines change every day. By the time this article is printed, the situation will have changed even more. Therefore, it is hard to write a timely article on this particular disease. There are some facts that bear no relation to time. The first is that we have flu epidemics every year. They usually occur in the December to February time frame. We start an immunization program for it prior to that. The viruses contained in the immunization are scientists’ best guesses as to which flu viruses are going to be prevalent that particular year. They usually guess correctly so many people are protected before each year’s outbreak. One of the issues with swine flu is that there is currently no immunization for it. Cross reaction to other flu strains is not present. Therefore, no one is immune to the virus. For that reason many more people would be affected by an outbreak. The second fact is that every year people who

get the flu die from its complications. The mortality rate is low. Many more people survive flu complications than in the past. The problem is that the death rate will be the same low percentage for swine flu that it is for other forms of flu. The difference will be that more people will be infected. Therefore, even with the low rate, a larger number of infected people means a larger number of people with complications. This would put a strain on our medical resources. The third fact is that since there is no protection the likelihood of stopping it from spreading is lower. At best, efforts to keep away from infected individuals will result in fewer people being infected as it goes through an area. Like all flu epidemics, this one will likely run its course over a matter of weeks to months. The trick is to avoid it for that period of time. Frequent handwashing during an epidemic is the best form of protection. This particular flu virus does respond to anti viral medications. In a large scale epidemic, we may run short on those medications. If you do get the flu, treat the symp-

Nemours campaign wins awards Nemours Health and Prevention Services (NHPS) has been nationally recognized with three prestigious awards for its Campaign to Make Delaware’s Kids the Healthiest in the Nation. They include a Judge’s Choice award in the 2009 Aster Awards Competition, a Gold Award for Health Promotion Program from the 2009 Healthcare Advertising Awards, and a Bronze Award for a Consumer Media Campaign - Local in the 2009 Summit Creative Awards competition. The Campaign to Make Delaware’s Kids the Healthiest in the Nation is a multimedia statewide childhood obesity prevention effort that promotes the 5-2-1-Almost None lifestyle. This formula encourages kids and adults to eat at least five servings of fruits and vegetables a day, limit screen time to no more than two hours a day, get at least one hour of physical activity each day, and drink almost no sugar-sweetened beverages like sodas and sports drinks.

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toms. It is wise to get seen early if you suspect a complication. The complication of most concern is pneumonia. For that reason, anyone with the flu who has breathing problems should be seen quickly by their physician. It is likely that when all is said and done, the swine

flu will come and go like any other flu virus. How much of a problem it is will depend on the number of people infected and the number with complications. We won’t know those numbers until after it has run its course.

Delaware receives $2.1 million from MSA Delaware has received a $2,138,096 supplemental payment through its participation in the Master Settlement Agreement (MSA) with the tobacco industry. The payment represents Delaware’s share of $540 million that was initially withheld in April 2008 by the tobacco industry from its annual payment to states who participate in the MSA. The payment has been deposited into the Delaware Health Fund. “We welcome the receipt of these funds, particularly during this time of lower state revenue,” stated Chief Deputy Attorney General Richard Gebelein. “This payment is now available to benefit Delawareans by supporting health-related programs across our state.” The $540 million initially withheld by the tobacco industry related to a dispute of its 2005 payments to the states. The funds were held in a disputed payments account,

and as part of ongoing arbitration related to its previous years’ payments, tobacco manufacturers recently agreed to release this amount to the states. Under the MSA, participating tobacco manufacturers make substantial payments to states that have reached settlements with the industry. They are also bound by a wide array of restrictions on the advertising, promotion and marketing of cigarettes, including outright bans on targeting youth and distribution of merchandise advertising a cigarette brand. Studies show that the vast majority of current adult smokers began smoking before the age of 18, and since the MSA took effect, youth smoking rates nationally have dropped nationwide. Learn more about the Delaware Health Fund and the Health Fund Advisory Committee online at http://dhss.delaware.gov/ dhss/healthfund/about.html.

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Place limits on the liquid candy, soda, fruit juice & sports drinks By Karyl Rattay, MD, MS As the warm weather arrives in our area, kids will be heading outdoors to the playground, to ride bikes, play basketball and baseball, skateboard, play hopscotch, and whatever games their minds can create. Then they’ll come running inside thirsty, grabbing the first thing available from the fridge to drink. If you think that by skipping soda and stocking the shelves with juice and sports drinks you’ve done the right thing, you may need to think again. According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, overconsumption of juice, even 100% fruit juice, can contribute to weight gain, tooth decay and abdominal pain. While fruit juice does have vitamin C and some are fortified with calcium, when children drink a lot of juice, they are getting calories mostly from sugars and carbohydrates. This is not to say drinking 100% fruit juice isn’t without benefits. In a pinch, a four-ounce glass of 100% fruit juice can be a substitute for, but is not really the

equivalent of, one serving of fruit. But it is still best to limit fruit juice consumption to no more than 4 ounces per day for younger children. So when serving juice keep these suggestions in mind: • Make sure it’s 100% juice and not a fruit drink—like Hi-C—which contains little or no fruit and lots of sugar. • Infants under 12 months of age should ideally not be given juice. When you do introduce 100% fruit juice to your kids, keep it to 4 ounces a day and be sure it’s in a cup, not a bottle, to prevent it from becoming a security object. • When introducing juice, dilute it with water. That way, children get the fluids they need without as many calories and develop a taste for juice that isn’t ultrasweet. • Children between the ages of 1 and 6 years should only have 4 ounces of 100% fruit juice a day; for older kids, limit 100% fruit juice to 8 ounces a day. • Don’t substitute juice for fruit in your

According to Liz Freitick, University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics nutritionist, severe calorie restriction can signal your body into “starvation mode,” when the body works extra hard to protect itself by hanging on to every last pound. “Starvation mode slows metabolism and can significantly slow or even stop weight loss,” she says. Freitick says there are three categories that can sabotage weight loss: Liquid diets A study published in the International Journal of Obesity, tested the theory that liquids don’t satisfy hunger. One group ate an additional 450 calories of jelly beans a day for four weeks. Another group consumed an extra 450 calories of soda a day during the same time period. The results revealed that the people who ate the jelly beans compensated for the extra calories by limiting other foods. The soda drinkers did not and consumed 450 additional calories each day. “Occasionally replacing a meal with a liquid meal replacement is not going to hurt,” says Freitick. “But a consistent liquid diet can be nutritionally poor and will sabotage you in the long run.” Very low-carb diets “It’s one thing to watch your carbs, especially simple carbohydrates,” says Freitick. “But regardless of their recent popularity, very low-carb diets are not a good idea.” Freitick explains that while

proteins and fats may satisfy, they don’t provide a full feeling in your stomach. Higher-fiber complex carbohydrates like fruits, vegetables and whole grain do that. In addition, carbs provide a quick-release source of fuel and energy for the body. “A lack of carbohydrates often makes you tired and feel weak,” Freitick points out. And cutting out the carbohydrate-containing foods (like fruit, milk and yogurt) that contain important vitamins and minerals may be hurting your long-term health. Food groups restriction “Most of us can’t eliminate foods we really enjoy, but we do have to limit them,” says Freitick. Your body really likes to have a variety of foods at every meal, including healthy fats, to help stoke your internal burner and boost metabolism. The trick is to choose foods for your meals from each food group (grains, fruits, vegetables, low-fat dairy and lean proteins) as often as possible. Along with this, it helps to figure out whether you’re eating because of hunger, habit or other reasons. Then learn to stop eating before you’re over-full - that is, to stop when you’re comfortably satisfied. Nutritionists recommend a weight loss of one-half to two pounds per week (an average over time) by figuring how many calories it will take for you to lose and to maintain your weight.

children’s diet — kids should be encouraged to eat whole fruits. • Sports drinks, on the outside, are marketed as the perfect replenishment after strenuous physical activity. But inside the bottle, sports drinks are really just sugarsweetened beverages, “liquid candy,” with very little, or no, nutritional value. Unless your child is participating in 60 or more minutes of vigorous physical activity, sports beverages are nothing more than unnecessary calories. So what should you stock on those refrigerator shelves? • Water – even the average child athlete can and should get all the necessary hydration by drinking plenty of water before, during, and after physical activity. Try adding orange, lemon, or lime wedges for appealing color and flavor. • Milk – fat-free and 1% milk provides kids with important nutrients to help meet daily requirements of vitamins and minerals, including calcium, potassium, iron, and vitamins A and D, and many others.

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Plain milk is recommended; however, flavored milk is better than no milk at all. • 100% Fruit Juice – limited amounts of 100% fruit and vegetable juices with no added sweeteners. Of course, “liquid candy” comes in other forms too. On average, children today are drinking twice as much soda as milk. From a health perspective, regular soda is very high in sugar and calories and contains nothing of nutritional value. So, don’t cancel out the benefits of outside play by letting kids fill up on high calorie, low nutrient, sugar-sweetened beverages. Try following the 5-2-1-Almost None formula for a healthy lifestyle: get 5 servings of fruits and veggies a day, limit screen time to 2 hours per day, get at least 1 hour of physical activity a day, and drink almost no sugar-sweetened beverages. Karyl Rattay, MD, MS, is a pediatric preventive medicine physician and an expert in obesity prevention for Nemours Health and Prevention Services, based in Newark.

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Free prescription drug discount cards still available in Sussex Sussex County is continuing its discount card program to help consumers cope with the high price of prescription drugs, especially during these tough economic times. County Administrator David B. Baker reminds the public that the free Prescription Drug Discount Cards are available at all 14 public libraries, as well as in the County Administrative Offices and West Complex buildings in Georgetown.

Additionally, they are available at many town and city offices, as well as senior centers. And County officials are now working to make the cards available at local, participating pharmacies. The County is making the free cards available under a program sponsored by the National Association of Counties (NACo). The cards offer an average savings of 20 percent off the retail price of commonly prescribed drugs.

The cards may be used by all residents, regardless of age, income, or existing health coverage. Most major pharmacies accept the NACo card, with a national network of more than 59,000 pharmacies participating. No application is necessary. Since its launch in late 2007, approximately 16,000 cards have been distributed throughout Sussex County. As of February 2009, more than 6,100 prescriptions

have been filled using the cards in Sussex County, saving users an average of $14.66 for a total savings of almost $115,500. There is no cost to county taxpayers for NACo and Sussex County to make the cards available. Residents can call toll free 1-877-321-2652 or visit caremark.com/naco for assistance. Residents with general questions also can call 302-855-7700. Any retailer, organization or other

groups interested in partnering with Sussex County to distribute the cards should contact the Sussex County Personnel Office at 855-7711. The discount card program is administered by Caremark Rx, Inc. The National Association of Counties (NACo) is the only national organization that represents county governments in the United States. For more information about NACo, visit naco.org.

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Women undergoing chemotherapy or radiation treatment for cancer can now receive free professional help to cosmetically disguise the appearance-related side effects of their treatments. Look Good...Feel Better, a program developed by the Cosmetic, Toiletry, and Fragrance Association Foundation, the American Cancer Society, and the National Cosmetology Association, trains volunteer cosmetologists to help women with cancer, conceal loss of hair, skin problems and other side effects that can result from cancer therapy. The next program will be hosted by the Cancer Care Center at Nanticoke Memorial Hospital on Monday, June 15 from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Cancer Care Center’s 2nd floor conference room. The program is free to all patients in active cancer treatment. Registration is required, and space is limited. To register, contact Nanticoke Memorial Hospital’s Cancer Care Center at 302-629-6611, ext. 2588.

Cancer Support Group

The Wellness CommunityDelaware offers a General Cancer Support Group for people affected by cancer and their loved ones. The free monthly support group meets in the Second Floor Conference Room of the Cancer Care Center at Nanticoke Memorial Hospital in Seaford on the third Monday of each month from 4:30 to 6 p.m. The Wellness CommunityDelaware 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. For more information and to register, call 645-9150.

Depression Support Group

There will be 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 Life Matters Counseling and Consulting at 302-465-6612.

Stroke support group

Nanticoke Memorial Hospital’s next Stroke Support Group meeting is Thursday, May 21 at 1:30 p.m. at the hospital’s second floor Cancer Care Center Conference Room. The support group is designed for individuals who have survived a stroke as well as their families and caregivers. 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 and there is no charge to participate. For more information, contact Nanticoke Memorial Hospital at 302-629-6611, ext. 8626.

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Nanticoke Memorial Hospital will hold a four-session diabetes education program beginning June 3 and continuing June 10, 17 and 24 from 5 to 7 p.m. at the hospital. The cost of the four-session program may be reimbursable by insurance. This program includes weekly education sessions and individualized meal planning for diabetes self-management. The goal is to give participants the self-management skills necessary to control their diabetes. Family members/ significant others are welcome to attend. Pre-registration is required. To register and to obtain additional information regarding the course, contact Nanticoke Memorial Hospital’s Diabetes Education department at 302629-6611, ext. 2446.

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The Delaware Chapter of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society needs volunteers to help with their spring fundraising event Twilight at Baywood Greens on Friday, May 29 in Long Neck. Volunteers are needed on the day of the event from 4 to 8 p.m. and may choose from a range of activities, including registering event participants, supporting participants at rest stops, distributing t-shirts, loading and unloading supplies, setting up refreshments, and cheerleading at the finish line. For more information, contact Jenna Wagner at 302-655-5610 or email jenna. wagner@MSdelaware.org.

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Chronic homelessness is higher than the national average in DE By Lynn R. Parks Homelessness in Delaware is a continuing problem. This is according to a report released last week by the Homeless Planning Council of Delaware. “Homelessness continues to be a critical issue in Delaware,” the survey says. “For all of the persons who are homeless this is a devastating experience.” The Homeless Planning Council conducted a “point in time” survey on Jan. 27. That survey found 1,479 people who were homeless and 267 people who were “precariously housed” — people who are living with friends or family and people who are living in housing where at least one utility, electricity or plumbing, for example, is missing. The total of the two categories — 1,746 people — compares to 1,613 people who were homeless or precariously housed in the point in time survey conducted in 2006. The 2008 survey found 1,492 homeless and precariously housed people. There was no survey conducted in 2007. Based on its survey, the council can extrapolate that throughout the year, the state will have 6,759 people homeless at one time or another. In addition, the survey found that 340, or 26 percent, of the people who are homeless in 2009 meet the federal criteria for chronic homelessness. That compares to 18 percent nationally. “As is evident, Delaware’s population of chronically homeless is much higher than the national average,” the report says. Susan Starrett, executive director of the Homeless Planning Council, said that

homelessness is a “complex issue that has many causes [and] solutions.” She added, “Regardless of the cause of a person’s homelessness, whether they belong to a family or are an individual, whether they have a disability, have recently lost their job, or have become homeless due to the current economic crisis, homelessness affects all Delawareans.” The survey cautions that there are limitations to the point in time survey method. All data is reported by the people who are being surveyed, so if they don’t feel comfortable revealing personal information, it can’t be part of the survey. In both 2008 and 2009, interviewers reported that many people who were asked to complete the survey refused to do so. Their reason was that they had completed a survey previously and nothing had changed. Also, the count can only capture people who are being helped by an agency that helps the homeless and that participates in the survey. In Sussex County, there were more outreach workers to help count the homeless in 2006 than there were in 2009. The 2009 survey shows no unsheltered people in Sussex County, something the council says “is not a true picture for that county.” There have also been changes in the survey’s methodology since Starrett was hired as director in 2007. The report makes several recommendations, including ways to improve the survey for more accurate results. Recommendations also include the recruitment of additional volunteers, especially in Sussex County, to help with the count.

Senior Move Managers can help local seniors with downsizing The National Association of Senior Move Managers (NASMM) has declared May 10-16, National Senior Move Managers Week. During this week, NASMM members promote the value of senior move managers’ commitment to assisting older adults and their families with the emotional and physical aspects of relocation, especially in sorting through and downsizing a lifetime of memories. “Most older adults making a transition have not moved in decades and need to downsize considerably,” explained Terri White, director of Transitions Made Easy, a member of NASMM since 2007. “The organizational and physical tasks associated with planning and implementing such a move can be overwhelming. We partner with families to reduce the stress that often accompanies this type of move.” Adults aged 85 and above are the fastest growing segment of the US population.

At the same time, social changes have made it increasingly difficult for family members to provide all of the support needed for these transitions. Adult children may be sandwiched between their parents, careers and their own family obligations; often they live far away. Senior move management has emerged to fill these gaps. Transitions Made Easy, is part of the Peninsula United Methodist Homes, Inc. (PUMH) organization, and serves Delaware, Maryland and the Philadelphia region. Specializing in assisting seniors during transitional times, Transitions Made Easy provides personalized services including floor planning, packing and unpacking, coordinating moving activities, and selling antiques and collectibles. For more information, visit www. transitionsmadeeasy.org or call 302-2356087.

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Harley group plans Poker Run The Summer Splash IV Poker Run is Sunday, May 31, and directly benefits two charities. The motorcycle event is sponsored by the Eastern Shore Chapter of Harley Owners Group and is open to all brands of motorcycles. Registration is from 9 a.m. to noon at Harley-Davidson of Ocean City, Md. and costs $10 per person. A portion of the proceeds will benefit Operation We Care, which sends care packages to our troops, and also the Spuck & Lib Bennett Scholarship Fund, which is awarded to local students entering the field of education. The Poker Run will have escorted rides leaving with nearly an hour of riding before the first and only stop. The return trip to Harley-Davidson of Ocean City is a bit shorter and the last

bike should be in by 2:30 p.m. Prizes and awards, including the $500 first prize, will be awarded at 3 p.m. Food will be for sale by the Red Knights Md. 3 Chapter, another civicminded not-for-profit organization. The Eastern Shore HOG Chapter is 266 Harley-Davidson motorcycle enthusiasts who meet and ride together. While not a fundraising group, the organization does support many other events and organizations including education, the military, the Red Knights and the Wheels That Heal Car Club. The Poker Run is being held the same weekend as Ride Across Maryland and RAM participants will have their registration fee donated back to RAM. For more information, visit www.easternshorehog.com or e-mail activities@ easternshorehog.com.

Woodbridge middle schoolers take part in the TRIO program By Cathy Shufelt Phillis Wheatley Middle School students recently took part in the TRIO program’s Educational Talent Search. This year’s career theme is “Communications,” and members of the local community who work in the communications field met with small groups of 6th and 7th grade students to speak with them about their jobs. Representatives from local newspapers and radio stations, among others, told students about their work, what education is needed for such jobs, starting salaries, as well as highlights and drawbacks of their jobs. Educational Talent Search is a fully federally funded TRIO program through the United States Department of Education. The program provides academic, career and college counseling for over 650 students in grades 6-12 in the Indian River, Seaford, Laurel and Woodbridge

Fred Seth presents program

Fred Seth will present his program entitled, “Leonidas Polk and Seaford, Delaware: The Facts, The Myth and The Mystery” on Friday, May 15 at 7 p.m. at the Manor House. Polk was killed by Union fire in June 1864. A Delaware state marker on Middleford Road next to the new Popeye’s restaurant cites the General’s attendance at the Seaford Academy. Seth will draw from both original and secondary sources on Polk and Delaware. Seth is a consultant and senior manager with American Appraisal of Milwaukee, Wis. He is an avid Civil War researcher and writer and has published many articles on the subject. The program is sponsored by the Methodist Manor House and the Seaford Historical Society.

School districts. Delaware Technical and Community College administers the grant. Federal TRIO programs are educational opportunity outreach programs created to motivate and support students from disadvantaged backgrounds. TRIO includes six outreach programs targeted to assist and serve low-income, first-generation college students and students with disabilities from middle school through college. Delaware TRIO programs include Student Support Services, Educational Talent Search, Upward Bound, and the Ronald E. McNair PostBaccalaureate Scholars Program. For more information about Delaware TRIO, contact Ms. Barbara Johnson, TRIO program developer at Delaware Technical and Community College at 302-856-5400, ext. 9310. For more information about the Department of Education or the Ronald E. McNair program, visit http://www. ed.gov/programs/triomcnair/index.html. The program is open to the public at no charge. For more information, call the SHS office at 628-9828.

WSES participates in Locks of Love

West Seaford Elementary School will participate in a Locks of Love campaign where students, staff, parents and community members can donate their hair to children who have lost their hair due to a medical condition. The event was kicked-off by the school’s Enrichment Teacher, Mrs. Clarke who had her hair cut and donated in front of the school at the holiday chorus concert in December. For more information about the Locks of Love program, including guidelines for donations, visit www.locksoflove.org. Between now and the end of the year, people can grow their hair for the “Summer Cutting” which will take place at

TEACH KIDS TO SAVE - During the week of April 27, Discover Bank participated in Delaware Teach Children to Save Week. Employees taught 200 third and fourth grade students, in eight classes about the value of saving. Participating schools included Milton Elementary, North Georgetown Elementary and Woodbridge Elementary. Bank staff read from the new children’s book, The Great Investo and the Astounding, Abounding, Compounding Machine. The book illustrates the concept of compound interest and the importance of saving to elementary school children. Participating teachers received copies of the book.

GIFT OF APPRECIATION - Brenda Stover of H.A.P.P.E.N., Hearn’s Pond Association for its Protection, Preservation, Enhancement and Naturalization, presents a framed print of the Hearn and Rawlins Flour Mill to Corporal Wallace of Delaware State Police Troop 5. Corporal Wallace spoke to the group about home and neighborhood safety at H.A.P.P.E.N.’s April 9 meeting.

2 p.m. on Friday, June 12. West Seaford is also collecting gently used books and games for kids ages birth through 12 for their Book and Game Drive. The books will be donated to students and families who have few or no books at home while the games will be used during monthly reward days, indoor recess and at other times to build problem solving, social and cooperation skills. To donate your hair to Locks of Love, contact Dr. Fishburn, associate principal at 302-628-4414, ext. 400. To donate books or games, drop them off at West Seaford Elementary School between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. before the end of the school year.

State opens checkbook to public

Following through on his promise to make Delaware state government more transparent, Gov. Jack Markell has an-

nounced that Delawareans will soon be able to go online to see how their tax dollars are spent. “During these historically challenging financial times, it is critical Delawareans are confident their state tax dollars are being spent as effectively and efficiently as possible,” Markell said. The online checkbook will be the product of work done by the Office of Management and Budget, the Department of Technology and Information, the Department of Finance and the Government Information Center. The work will be completed in time for the online checkbook to open by July 30. The public will be able to view information on expenditures made by state agencies and school districts. The database will also be searchable by vendor and will be updated quarterly.

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Relay for Life May 15-16 at Mears Health Campus By Carol Kinsley

Teams are gearing up for Relay for Life May 15 and 16 at the Nanticoke Hospital Mears Health campus across from the Post Office in Seaford. The overnight events kick off with a cancer survivor reception at 4 p.m., with survivors beginning the first lap at 6 p.m. Entertainment starts at 7 p.m. Teams will walk the course in relays until 8 a.m. There are 31 teams registered, with 335 people who plan to participate, not including survivors. “We’re currently at $33,798,” said spokesperson Tara Trout, who added, “most of the money is turned in at the relay, or after it. Our goal is $145,000.” There are Relay for Life events all over world celebrating those who have survived cancer, remembering the people we’ve lost, and supporting the lifesaving mission of the American Cancer Society. All proceeds from the West Sussex Relay for Life go to help people in this area in their fight against cancer. Fundraisers have been held in advance of the Relay, including an all-out effort by students at Seaford High School on Saturday, May 9. “The kids did a superb job of planning,” said Harry Brake. Students will be at the Relay also, serving a special recipe of barbecued pork sandwiches in the evening and making breakfast on Saturday morning, Brake said.

Mary Groton, a breast cancer survivor, will be at the Relay for her ninth year. After a mammogram and ultrasound in January 2000 — a few months after her sister was diagnosed with breast cancer — Groton found a lump in April. “Imagine my surprise,” she said. Her surgery coincided with that year’s Relay, but she knew nothing about the fundraising effort until someone mentioned the connection. “The following year, I became involved,” she said. “I did the whole thing. I joined the church team and raised money. The next year I started my own team, and I’ve had one ever since. Two years I served as cochair, and I’ve been on different committees.” To help raise money for her team, Garden of Hope, she makes and sells jewelry fashioned from sterling silver and Swarovski crystal and pearls. She tries to create a special new piece each year. She will have a booth at this year’s race. Donations are accepted before the Relay on her Web site, http://main.acsevents.org/goto /maryleegroton. One in three Americans will have cancer in their lifetime. Donations deliver the hope that future generations will not have to endure cancer threatening the lives of their friends and family. The relay will move to the parking garage at the Cancer Care Center at Nanticoke Memorial Hospital if it rains. For details visit www.relayforlife.org/westsussex, or call Trout at (302) 536-1076.

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Erica Snider was plunged into the dunking booth by Justin Ellsworth in a test of the the equipment at the Third Annual Pre-Relay Festival at Seaford Senior High School May 9. Photo by Carol Kinsley

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Community Bulletin Board Farmers and Artisans Market Seafordâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Farmers and Artisans Market will be open for the 2009 season from Saturday, June 13 to Saturday, Sept. 26 in Kiwanis Park on Saturday mornings from 8:30 a.m. to noon. Kiwanis Park is located at the intersection of Atlanta Road and Stein Highway. We encourage local growers to join us by bringing your locally grown and/or organic fruits, vegetables, cut herbs, plants and cut flowers. For registration information, visit www.seafordmarket.vpweb.com or email or call the Market Master, Sonja Mehaffey at 2cats-sonja@comcast.net or 302-245-9494.

VFW Post 4961 events On Friday, May 15, VFW Post 4961 will hold their monthly AYCE Fried Fish & Chicken Dinner, which includes fish, chicken, fried potatoes, green beans, greens, stewed tomatoes, corn nuggets, iced tea or coffee.

The event is from 6 to 8 p.m. and is $9 per person. On Saturday, May 23, VFW Post 4961 will hold the 2nd Annual Memorial Day Pig Roast from noon to 5 p.m. Tickets are $20 per person and include AYCE pig, hot dogs, hamburgers, draft beer and soda. For more information, contact Clark Saunders.

Troop 738 yard sale Girl Scout Troop 738 will hold a yard sale on Saturday, May 16 at 7 a.m. on 9415 Middleford Road in Seaford. All proceeds will be donated to charity.

Easter Seals fundraiser Schwanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s fundraiser to benefit Easter Seals will be held at the Century 21 TullRamey office on Rt. 13 Saturday, May 23 from 10-2 p.m.

Free car wash Saturday, May 23 10-2 p.m. at the Century 21 Tull-Ramey office on Rt. 13. Car wash will benefit Sussex Tech Key Club. Donations appreciated.

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Delaware Teen Challenge

Do a good deed today for Delaware Teen Challenge (formerly Seaford Mission). Donate your old or unused vehicle. Get a tax write off and help someone with life controlling problems. Call Delaware Teen Challenge at 629-2559.

Days Gone By Museum

Days Gone By Museum, located at 4841 Woodland Ferry Road will participate in “FREE to the First State,” along with other State Museums on May 16 from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. For information call 629-9889 evenings.

Arts Festival planned

The Seaford School District will host an Arts Festival on Thursday, May 14 at Seaford High School. Student artwork will be on display in the lobby of the high school from 6 to 7 p.m. Artwork will be judged by members of the Nanticoke River Arts Council. The Band and Chorus concert will begin at 7 p.m. in Madden Auditorium. Parents and the public are invited to attend.

Benefit concert

A concert will be held at St. John’s United Methodist Church, Pine and Poplar St., Seaford, on Saturday, May 16, to benefit the Nanticoke Senior Center. Performing will be Amanda Jones, Joe Dawson, Laura Mitchell and Jerry Jones. No admission charge. A love offering will be taken. All proceeds will go to the Senior Center. For more information, call 228-4813.

Olde Seaford Block Watch

You are invited to a covered dish dinner on Monday, May 18, 6:30 p.m., at City Hall, 414 High St. (use side ramp entrance). Program: Josh Littleton, Code Dept. Update on City Codes. Drinks and desserts will be furnished.

Blades Fire Co. 75th Anniversary

The Blades Volunteer Fire Company will hold its 75th Anniversary Parade on Saturday, May 16. Registration is at 10 a.m., Rt. 13, at State Farm parking lot. Line-up by 12:30 p.m., on South Market Street (Alt. 13) and E. 10th St., Blades. Parade starts at 1 p.m. Parade route: beginning at South Market Street and E 10th St., go north to W. High Street turn right, go east to S. Cannon Street turn right on Cannon Street to Fire Dept. Open House located on 5th and Cannon Streets. Parking for participants at Blades Elementary School.

SHS Alumni banquet

The SHS Alumni Association will host their annual banquet on Saturday, May 16, at the Seaford Fire Hall. Social hour begins at 5:30 p.m. followed by a buffet dinner at 6:30 p.m. Entertainment for the evening will take everyone on a “Trip to Las Vegas.” Tickets are $21 each. For more information, call Mary Lee Deluca at 629-8429.

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Laurel F.D. Auxiliary fundraiser

The Laurel Fire Dept. Auxiliary is currently participating in a fund-raiser sponsored by an Avon representative called, “Bentley the Bear.” This fundraiser will continue until May 31. The cost is $19.99 and the intention of this fund-raiser is to ask individuals or organizations to consider purchasing a minimum of one of these bears which can be donated to either a local fire department, police department, hospital or nursing-care facility. Contact any member of the Laurel Fire Department Auxiliary or send your check or money order payable to the Laurel Fire Department Auxiliary in the amount of $19.99 to 207 W. Tenth St., Laurel, DE 19956. Include where you would like “Bentley” donated. The Laurel Fire Department Auxiliary is currently seeking new members. Anyone interested in joining, contact any current member of the auxiliary or contact the Laurel Fire Department at 875-3081.

Chicken salad luncheon

Chicken salad platter luncheon, with assorted homemade muffins, cornbread, beverages. St. Philip’s Episcopal Church, 600 S. Central Ave., Laurel, on Saturday, May 16, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. There will be assorted strawberry desserts, also strawberries by the quart or gallon. Third annual Strawberry Festival. Carry-outs available. 875-9658.

American Legion Auxiliary

Laurel American Legion Auxiliary is offering two- $1,000 scholarships. Applications can be picked up at the office of Laurel High School.

‘Laurel Pride in Bloom Month’

Since 2007, Mayor John Schwed has declared the month of May, “Laurel Pride in Bloom” month. The Public Works Department makes extra efforts to clean up the town and add new landscaping to the parks. Traditionally, the third weekend in May is the Laurel High School, Alumni Weekend and St. Philip’s Church, Strawberry Festival. This year the library is planning to offer programs throughout the month, highlighting the history and beauty of the town. For additional information, contact the Chamber of Commerce office at 8759319, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Monday through Friday.

LHS Class of 1956 scholarship

The Laurel High School Class of 1956 will award their fourth consecutive $6,000 scholarship at the annual Laurel Alumni Association Banquet. The class offered their first scholarship at their 50th reunion in 2006, in memory of their deceased classmates, advisors and children of their class members.

Laurel Wesleyan Church will hold a huge yard sale and breakfast on Saturday, May 16, from 7 a.m. to noon. Proceeds will help send area youth to camp this summer. For more information, call 875-5380 or visit www.laurelwesleyan.org.

AARP Driving Course

The Laurel Senior Center will have the AARP Driving Course at their center on May 18 and 19, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Cost is $12 for AARP members, and $14 for non-members. To register for the course call 875-2536.

Laurel Ruritan Club barbecue

The Laurel Ruritan Club will have a chicken barbecue on Saturday, May 23, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at O’Neal’s Antiques, Rt. 13, Laurel. Cost is $7 per dinner. Proceeds to benefit local charities.

Annual ALS walk

The Laurel Middle School Chapter of the National Junior Honor Society is hosting its First Annual ALS or Lou Gehrig’s Disease walk on Saturday, May 30. It is an hour walk and can be done at any time between 9 and 11 a.m. The walk will be held at the Laurel Middle School’s hockey field. There is no registration fee; the formation of teams is encouraged. There is a

minimum donation of $50 per team. Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) is a progressive neurodegenerative disease that attacks nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord. It is a terminal illness that affects as many as 30,000 people annually. For more information contact Amy Handy or Kim Ralph at the Laurel Middle School, 875-6110.

‘Fish’n for Sight’

The Laurel Lions are getting ready for the 2nd annual “Fish’n For Sight” Tournament, June 6. Getting sponsors to pledge their support is necessary to enter the tournament. One completed pledge sheet will enter two people to fish, one of the two must be an adult. Information and pledge sheets are available at Laurel Petroleum or A & K Enterprises by the bridge, or any Laurel Lion. The tournament on June 6 is a free fishing day in Delaware, which means no license is needed, in addition to the free fishing license a free lunch will be for all fishermen with completed pledge sheets. There also will be prizes, fishing rods, tackle boxes, and trophies. All prizes based on the biggest fish. The tournament will take place at Johnny Janosik Park, June 6, 8 a.m. Rain or Shine.

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Tony will be performing Country music, Motown and the classic rock sounds of the 50s, 60s, 70s and 80s in area store parking lots. Visit your favorite store and stop by to make a donation to help send a local child to the WSB&G Club’s “Summer Fun Club.” For more information about the “Send a Kid to Camp” project, including how to have your store featured in the tour, call Maria Motley at 302-628-3789.

Tax deductible contributions can be made to: Send a Kid to Camp, W.S. B&G Club, 310 Va. Ave., Seaford, DE 19973

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‘Fish’n for Sight’ The Laurel Lions are getting ready for the 2nd annual “Fish’n For Sight” Tournament, June 6. Getting sponsors to pledge their support is necessary to enter the tournament. One completed pledge sheet will enter two people to fish, one of the two must be an adult. Information and pledge sheets are available at Laurel Petroleum or A & K Enterprises by the bridge, or any Laurel Lion. The tournament on June 6 is a free fishing day in Delaware, which means no license is needed, in addition to the free fishing license a free lunch will be for all fishermen with completed pledge sheets. There also will be prizes, fishing rods, tackle boxes, and trophies. All prizes based on the biggest fish. The tournament will take place at Johnny Janosik Park, June 6, 8 a.m. Rain or Shine.

at 100 Mill St., just east of the railroad tracks in Greenwood.

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Wii™ Fit Exercise begins this month on Mondays and Thursdays at the Greenwood CHEER Activity Center, 41 Schulze Road in Greenwood, Delaware. Wii™ Fit is a combination of fitness and fun. By playing a little every day, you can work toward personal goals of better health and fitness. To begin training or for more information call Susan Welch at 302-349-5237.

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

Eat-in or carry-out. Price of $8 includes dessert. For tickets call Eleanor Russell 410-754-8681 or Lucy Slacum at 629-7117.

Chinese Auction Georgetown AARP 5340 will host a Chinese Auction at the Sussex Pines Country Club, Georgetown, on Monday, June 1, at 11 a.m. There will be many wonderful items to choose from. Call Pat at 856-6178 or 542-6171 for more information.

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Strawberry Festival/Garden Tour Third annual Strawberry Festival will be held on May 16, at St. Philip’s Episcopal Church, Laurel. Breakfast, luncheon, craft tables, everything strawberry beginning at 8 a.m. Laurel Garden Club Tour of ten gardens $8.

Cheerleading Squad will be the instructors for the clinic. The cost is $25 per girl and financial assistance is available. You do not have to be a Girl Scout to register. For details call Pat Lewis at 410742-5107 or 800-374-9811, ext. 26.

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Harrington Raceway will host a race in memory of Army Spc. Ryan Long on Thursday, May 21 at 5:15 p.m. Ryan, a 1999 Seaford High graduate, was killed in action on April 3, 2003 in the war in Iraq. There will be live harness racing and dining available in the clubhouse. Harrington Raceway invites everyone to come out and participate in this night of racing. For clubhouse reservations, call 302-398-5920. For more information, call 875-7768 and ask for Keith White.

Chicken/dumpling fundraiser A chicken/dumpling fundraiser dinner will be held May 23, from 4-6 p.m. at the Bethel Church Community House - west of Seaford, at north end of Oak Grove Road.

The Bayside Resort Golf Club in Selbyville, a Jack Nicklaus signature golf course, will host the 2009 DSTA Golf Classic on Thursday, May 21, to benefit Special Olympics Delaware. Cost is $700 per foursome and includes lunch, golf shirt, hat, golf towel and 19th hole reception. The event is run by the Delaware State Troopers Association and presented by Jack Lingo Realtors. For more information, contact Special Olympics Delaware at 302-831-3484.

Heritage Day in Harrington The city of Harrington extends an invitation to all those who would like to participate in its 31st Annual Heritage Day celebration on Saturday, August 28. That includes exhibitors, crafts demonstrators and vendors offering food and other merchandise who would like to

Memorial Day Celebration Dinner Club Join us at the Greenwood CHEER Activity Center on Wednesday evenings from 5 to 7 p.m. through May for the Greenwood Dinner Club. This will be an evening of fellowship and a delicious dinner entrée, dessert and beverage. Cost for members is $5 and non-members are $6. For menus or more information, call Susan Welch at 349-5237.

Beginning computer classes Visit the Greenwood Public Library every Wednesday afternoon from 3 to 4 p.m. and learn the basics of a mouse and keyboard in a relaxed atmosphere. Registration is required, so call 3495309 or come by the library to sign up.

Scrapbook classes Scrapbooking classes will be held at the Greenwood CHEER Activity Center on the first & third Thursdays, each month beginning in May from 1 p.m.2:30 p.m. Join us at the center for free scrapbooking classes in May and June. July classes are $3 each class. For more information call Susan Welch at 302-349-5237.

Craft supply swap The Craft Supply Swap scheduled for Thursday, May 14, at the Greenwood Public Library has been rescheduled to Thursday, June 18, at 6:30 pm. There is no charge for this event. For questions, please call 349-5309. The Greenwood Public Library is located

The Town of Bridgeville will host a Memorial Day Celebration on Monday, May 25, 9:30 a.m., at the Veterans Memorial in the Bridgeville Cemetery. Please join us for this special recognition of our veterans.

Mt. Calvary UMC events Mt. Calvary UMC in Bridgeville will host the following events: Saturday, June 6, 8 to 10 a.m., All U Can Eat Pancake and Sausage Breakfast Fundraiser at Applebee’s. Breakfast sponsored by Atmosphere of Praise Choir with proceeds benefiting Atmosphere of Praise Ministries and Mission Trip to Africa for Stacy Waters-Hall. Menu includes pancakes, sausage, juice, tea or coffee. Cost is $5 per person. For tickets, contact Stacy at 302-228-7884, Pat at 302-245-8969 or Ginger at 302-542-5752.

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Twilight Cheerleading Camp Girl Scouts of the Chesapeake Bay Council is sponsoring a Twilight Cheerleading Camp from Monday, June 8 to Thursday, June 11 at Delmar Middle/ High School from 6 to 8 p.m., for girls in kindergarten through fifth grade. The Delmar High School Varsity

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PAGE 24 reserve space for the day. Planners are also looking for anyone who would like to join the parade - individual marchers, groups, floats, organizations, vehicles, bands and others. For information or entries, call Bill Falasco, Harrington Parks & Recreation, 398-7975.

HeliFun in Hurlock A “HeliFun” RC Helicopter event hosted by the Eastern Shore Aeromodeler’s Club will be held on Friday and Saturday, May 15-16 from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. just outside of Hurlock, Md. The very best RC Helicopter pilots from all over the northeast will attend. There are over $9,000 in raffle prizes, including RC helicopters that a beginning pilot can easily learn fly. A pig roast dinner will take place on Saturday at 5 p.m. For directions and more information, visit www.HeliFun.org; email info@helifun. org; or call 410-829-4000.

Garden walk in Georgetown Enjoy a garden walk on Thursday, May 21 at 7 p.m. at the Sussex County Master Gardeners Demonstration Garden. Visit with the gardeners and enjoy the spring blooms. The garden is located at 16483 County Seat Highway, Georgetown. For more information, call 302856-2585, ext. 540.

Ruritan Club All-you-can-eat Sunday breakfast buffet served by the Galestown Ruritan Club, on the fourth Sunday of each month October to June, from 7-10 a.m. Cost is $7 for adults, $4 children 6-12 years, at The Galestown (Md) Community Hall, 5833 School House Road. Buffet features blueberry pancakes, eggs, scrapple, sausage, creamed chipped beef, biscuits, potato casserole, hominy, fruit cup and sticky buns.

MORNING STAR • MAY 14 - 20, 2009 September 12-18 Mackinac Island, Michigan. Your first stay will be in Frankenmuth with a guided tour around town to show points of interest. There will be a visit to Christmas Wonderland after the tour. There will be a surprise activity the following morning before you are off to explore these Barvarian shops on your own. Then the ferry across to Mackinac Island where you will have a carriage tour around the island, including a stop off at Arch Rock before being dropped off at the Grand Hotel for a buffet lunch. Time to tour the island on foot, bicycle, or horse & carriage before turning in for the night. Next stop is Saulte St. Marie to have a boat ride thru the Soo Locks before exploring the town and ending the day at the Kewadin Casinio. Cost: $790pp double. October 16 - Strasburg, Pa. Enjoy lunch on board the train and then enjoy time back at the railroad museum before departing for home. Bus leaves 8:30 a.m. Cost: $69. November 16-20 - Ashville, North Carolina to visit the Biltmore Estates at Christmas. A candlelight dinner at Deerpark, on the grounds and then a candlelight tour of the Biltmore.Visit the farms, winery and the grounds. A Christmas show at the Carolina Dinner Theater and also at the Wohlfahrt Dinner Theater. Visit Chimney Rock Park, Moose Cafe’at the Farmers Market, the Smith McDowell House and a bus tour of Ashville, N.C. Bus leaves 7 a.m. Cost:$589pp double. For more information on any of these trips, contact Rose Wheaton at 629-7180.

Smith Island - Luncheon and Cruise, May 26, Cost $41. Myrtle Beach – Shows, Sun and Fun, June 1-5, Cost $639 Double. Call Laurel Senior Center at 875-2536 for further information.

Seaford AARP trips offered Seaford AARP Chapter 1084 is offering the following trips, all open to the public. All trips leave from Peebles parking lot in Seaford. July 1 - Dutch Apple Dinner Theater in Lancaster, Pa. to see a show called “Singin’in the Rain.” Bus leaves at 7:30 a.m. Cost is $79. September 2 - Rainbow Dinner Theater in Paradise, Pa. to see “Uncle Chick’s Last Wish,” a comedy that will keep you laughing the entire show. His last wish includes ashes scattered on his favorite beach, which happens to be a nude beach. Bus leaves 7:30 a.m. Cost: $70.

Georgetown AARP Embroiders’ Guild The Sussex Chapter of Embroiders’ Guild meets on the second Monday of the month – Sept. through June at 10 a.m. at the CHEER Center in Georgetown. We welcome all levels of stitchers from beginner to advanced. For more information call 410-208-9386.

NAARFE to meet

Join Georgetown AARP Chapter 5340 at their monthly luncheon meetings held on the first Monday of each month at 11:30 a.m. at the Sussex Pines Country Club. For details contact: Dee Richards at 302-841-5066.

District Democrats The 39th Distrct Democrats will hold their monthly meeting on Thursday, May 14, at 7 p.m. at Pizza King in Seaford. New members are always welcome.

The Georgetown Chapter (1992) of the National Association of Active Retired Federal Employees (NAARFE) will hold their next meeting at noon on Monday, May 18, at Pizza King in Seaford. For more information, contact Charles Singman at 337-0337.

Acorn Club annual dinner

Democrat Committee meeting

The Seaford Chapter of the Widowed Persons Service will have its next meeting on Tuesday, May 19, at 12:15 p.m. at the Georgia House in Laurel (300 Laureltowne St.). The planned guest speaker will be John Shwed, Mayor of Laurel.

The 35th District Democrat Committee has re-scheduled their May meeting to Thursday, May 14, at 6:30 p.m., at the Woodbridge High School Library. For more information, contact Justin Bailey at 245-7882.

Downtown Seaford Association The Downtown Seaford Association will meet on Monday, May 18 at 7 p.m. Come meet your downtown neighbor and

The G.F.W.C.- Acorn Club of Seaford is having their annual dinner at the Eastern Star building on May 19, at 5:30 p.m., social and dinner at 6 p.m.

Widowed Persons Service

Submit Bulletin Board items by noon, Thursday. Send to Morning Star Publications, PO Box 1000, Seaford, DE 19973, email to editor@mspublications.com or drop off at 951 Norman Eskridge Hwy., Seaford (Home Team Bldg.)

Rails & Trails Escorted motor-coach trip to Waterville Valley, New Hampshire sponsored by the Seaford WPS, Sept. 21-24. Four days and three nights – cost $639 per person, includes lodging, three breakfasts, three dinners, entertainment, cruise on Lake Winnipesaukee, Castle in the clouds, Rock Estates, Mt. Washington Cog Railway, dinner on Lake Winnipesaukee Railroad, Wolfeboro Village, all gratuities, taxes and baggage handling. For additional information contact Frances Horner at 629-4416.

Bethel UMC trip Laurel Senior Center trips

learn about their business. Ambassador Travel will host the evening at their new location at 413 High St. in Seaford.

Sailors Bethel United Methodist Church is sponsoring a trip to Myrtle Beach, S.C. to attend Gaitherfest with Bill and Gloria Gaither. Prices: single, $750; double, $575 per person (2 in a room); triple, $525 per person (3 in a room); quad, $525 per person (4 in a room). Deposit of $150 per couple with booking, $75 for single. Tour includes: Thursday, Oct. 1, arrive in Myrtle Beach, S.C. at the Beach Cove Resort. Dinner at Chestnut Hill Restaurant. Friday, Oct. 2, Breakfast buffet at the hotel, Myrtle Beach Low Country Tour, shopping at Broadway at the Beach. Return to hotel to freshen up and at 6 p.m. go to Gaitherfest show at the Convention Center. Sunday, Oct. 4, breakfast buffet at the hotel and return for home. All included in prices above. Deposit of $150 per couple with booking; $75 for single. Includes three Gaither concerts. Call 302-875-5448 for more information.

MAY 22-24, 2009 Seaford / Laurel Star features events and attractions in a special Hertiage Weekend magazine published May 21. Get your copy on area newstands or call 302-629-9788 to subscribe to the Star.

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Reminiscing about the moms of our childhood I hope all the mothers out there had a happy and blessed Mother’s at urPhy Day. Life changes and for economic reasons, today most moms work, Mother’s Day has if they are not among the number come and gone, but of unemployed. After World War every day is son and II and “Rosie the Riveter” which was the description of working daughter day to those moms during the war, most moms hard working moms returned home and took care of the out there. kids and the house. Today, it’s get the kids up, get them off to school, or to the baby one at the table were not unusual, but the sitter, and after working all day, normal thing for families. return that afternoon to pick them up and Donna Dorman’s mom, Kitty, worked head home, or a fast food restaurant, or at the Dress Shop in Laurel, Jimmy Dorsomewhere for a quick meal, before Little man’s mom, Grace was a nurse and our League or something else to finish off the Cub Scout Den Mother and several others long-day. worked somewhere a few hours a week. Don’t get me wrong – dads also play What did moms do back in the 1950s a definite part in this fast-paced life. Our during the course of a day? Well, you economy, or want of the better things, could be assured of three meals, all prehave geared us to being a “two-person breadwinner family.” The strains of all this pared and on the table at the same time has caused our divorce rate in this country every day, and Sunday dinners were really special back then! to an all-time high of more than 50 perEvery back yard had a clothes line as cent. Wait a minute, I’m not capable of solv- dryers and dishwashers were not in many homes yet. Can you see mom out there ing social issues. I just want to mention a hanging up the clothes? few people I grew up with on East Sixth Before the day was over during the Street, East Sixth Street Extended (Gordy course of a game of “Kick the Can” or Road), King Street, Evergreen Drive and something like a ball game — someone Oak Lane Drive in Laurel. There is a reausually got hung up with the clothes on the son for this. line and mom had to rewash them. “Boy A few of the kids of this 1950s era are you going to get it when your father include Donna Dorman, Artie Register, gets home,” was often heard. Donald and Beverly Warrington, Phyllis At least a couple of times a week moms and Carol Gordy, Jimmy Dorman, Bobby had the ironing to do. Moms always had and Vance Carmean, Jerry Murphy, Frank Cummings, David Sirman, Joyce and Ruth time to make Kool-Aid, or if we were lucky, lemonade for all the kids playing in Ann Cordrey, Noah and Jean Workman, Lane Joseph, Jimmy and Jane Gray, How- the yard. Oh, yes, I will never forget those hot summer afternoons and Randy Wiley’s ard, Kenny and Barbara McCrea, Jimmy mom, Dot’s ice tea, as we used up our and Bill Gaull, Steve Elzy, Bonnie and summer afternoons on his porch or living Alan Gould, Randy, Connie, Cathy and Emory Wiley, Reggie and Darryl Hudson, room trading baseball cards and generally just keeping cool. Remember there were Chuckie Lewis and sister Penny, Ronfew air conditioners to cool mom as she nie and Glen Williams, Doug and Randy Ward I, Jane and Billy Garner, and Bobby hung over that old steam iron. Moms did most of the grocery shopDavidson. ping and “canning and putting-up things Quite a list of names isn’t it? Unfortunately I am sure my memory has not given out of the garden” for the winter was another one of mom’s chores back then. me all the names. What’s this all about? When you got a tear in your pants or Well, as best as I can remember, very few shirt you did not run to the clothing store of these moms worked full-time except in and buy new ones. Here was mom with the home. And home was a home in those the thimble and thread repairing them; days as five o’clock dinners with every-

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or some moms even made some of the clothes that were worn on one of those old sewing machines, especially dresses for the girls. As you can see moms have always played a prominent role in the development of who we are and from one era to now, even though their roles have changed, moms are an important part of our life. Which brings me close to home this Mother’s Day as my mom is having serious medical problems. I always had trouble telling mom how much I love her and respected the many things she did for me over the years. You know once you are mom’s son or daughter you always will be. It hasn’t been three weeks ago that mom asked me to “sit down son and let me fix you some lunch.” How many times has our mom told us, “You better take care of yourself.” I mention all the Sixth Street kids and they all turned out pretty good. I can’t help but think those moms played a tremendous role in their growing up. Mom, I am what I am, but for me — you still make the best potato salad and meatloaf on the earth. Mother’s Day has come and gone, but every day is son and daughter day to those hard working moms out there. I am not ashamed to tell you, I believe in God and he certainly did a good job with our moms!

The new Tractor Supply Company located on 20952 Sussex Highway is slated to open on May 22, at 6 p.m. according to manager Richard Geddes. After the 6-9 p.m. opening they will go to normal hours. Employee Heather Bradfort said to me, “I’m excited. Write good things about us.” Well, with excited employees such as this young lady, this store should do just fine! As announced earlier “Something Special For Everyone” in Laureltowne has opened. Owners are Gloria and T.R. Ellis. Laurel mayor and Scranton, Pa. native John Shwed will be the guest speaker at Laurel American Legion Post 19 Memorial Day service. John has a great story to tell and I encourage everyone to join the Legion members as they remember the sacrifice of our veterans. The time is 11 a.m. and there are always great refreshments. This week is the great Strawberry Festival in Laurel. Look through the paper for the many events and have a good time. They have hired old buddy Dick Whaley to help cap the strawberries. That should cost them plenty, as Dick can probably eat 3-4 quarts at one sitting! Just kidding. Folks have a good week and a happy one -- that always makes a good week!

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MORNING STAR • MAY 14 - 20, 2009

Church Bulletins Prayer Breakfast

Tickets are now on sale for the 32nd annual Sussex County Prayer Breakfast, to be held Friday, May 15, with Debra Puglisi Sharp as this year’s guest speaker. The victim of a violent crime now turned motivational speaker, the Delaware resident will talk about summoning the courage to survive a traumatic event. Joining Ms. Puglisi Sharp as this year’s musical entertainment will be the award-winning Gold Heart bluegrass band. Tickets are $12 per person, and are available on a first-comefirst-served basis. For tickets or more information, call 855-7743.

Leader training

On May 16, Union United Methodist Church, 2 N. Laws St., Bridgeville, will be hosting Life Group Leader Training conducted by Crown Financial Ministries. Once trained, Life Group Leaders are able to lead Bible studies based on “Your Money Counts” curriculum developed by Crown. Potential participants will have to register at www.crown.org, and pay for leader materials. The cost is $88. The training will be held from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and lunch will be provided. Register by April 30, at www.crown.org. For more information contact Tom Carey at 229-8133.

Joint Trustee Day

Mt. Calvary UMC in Bridgeville presents Joint Trustee Day on Sunday, May 17 at 3:30 p.m. Guest preacher is the Rev. Randolph Fitchett from Coppins AME and Ross AME Churches on the Preston

Circuit Charge, Ridgely, Md. A fellowship meal will be served before the service at 2:30 p.m. For more information, contact Mary Jones at 302-337-7335 or George L. Batson at 410-754-6987. Host pastor is the Rev. Baron N. Hopkins Sr.

Booker Street Church of God

100 Men & Women in an African Attire Service, featuring the Dynamic Duo of Evangelist Frank Gibbs and Evangelist Felisa Hazzard, will be at the Booker Street Church of God, Georgetown, on Sunday, May 24 at 5 p.m. A free will offering will be taken. Everyone is welcome. For more information call Sister Long at 855-0959; or Sister Allen at 684-4542. Bishop Marvin Morris is pastor.

Macedonia AME Church

On Saturday, May 23 at 6 p.m., there will be a Lay Worship Service Revival Night with Pastor Shirley Caldwell from St. John AME Zion United Methodist of Laurel. A free will offering will be taken. On Sunday, May 24 at 4 p.m., there will be a Lay Worship Service Annual Lay Day with the Rev. Frances Benson from John Wesley Deliverance Center, Dover. For more information, contact Ronell Brown at 302-625-5098.

Annual Gospel Explosion

All Walks of Life hosts its annual Gospel Explosion on Saturday, May 30 at 6 p.m. at the Citadel of Hope on Concord Road in Seaford. If your group or choir would like to sing, contact Elder Drummond at 302-519-9761 or call the church at 875-7772.

Church luncheon/festival

The third annual Strawberry Festival, sponsored by St. Philip’s Episcopal Church, Laurel, will be held Saturday, May 16, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Chicken salad platter luncheon with assorted homemade muffins, cornbread. Assorted strawberry desserts, or strawberries by the quart or gallon. Carry-outs available.

Free community luncheon

Laurel Baptist Church will be hosting a free community luncheon (chicken & dumplings) on Saturday, May 16, from noon to 2 p.m. The church is located at 33056 S. Bi-State Boulevard (west side of 13A, approximately 2 miles south of town.) Any questions, call Shirley at 8752314.

The Wacaster Family

Nashville recording artists, The Wacaster Family, will be at Blades United Methodist Church on Sunday, May 17, at 6 p.m. Come and enjoy their music and hear God’s word.

Latin Mass

A Latin mass according to the Missal of 1962 is celebrated on the third Sunday of every month at 3 p.m. at Holy Cross Church in Dover. The mass will be celebrated on May 17. The mass is always a Missa Cantata using traditional Gregorian chant. For further information, call 302674-5781.

Gospel Explosion

Janet Hubbard of St. Luke’s Episcopal Church will be coordinating a Bible study of the book of Esther. The group will meet in St. Luke’s Parish House. Additional information can be obtained by calling Janet at 628-0417.

All Walks Of Life, 30599 N. Sussex Highway, Laurel, where apostle Randy and prophetess Lorrie Jones are pastors, will hold its annual Gospel Explosion on May 30, at 6 p.m., convening at Citadel of Hope in Seaford. All are welcome. For more information contact Elder T.D. Drummond at 302-519-9761.

Benefit Concert

Bethel U.M.C. ‘Thomas’

St. Luke’s holds Bible study

Jim Hughes Ministries presents Disciple “Thomas” in drama Sunday, May 31, at 10 a.m., at Bethel United Methodist Church, west of Seaford at North and Oak Grove roads. Jim Hughes writes, sings and portrays powerful gospel messages and has been associated in this type of ministry since 1971. The public is invited to this special service. For additional information call Lucy Slacum 629-7117.

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.C entral 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

CHRIST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

510 S. Central Ave., Laurel, DE Rev. Donna Hinkle, Pastor Church: 875-4233 Sunday Services: 8:30 am Praise 9:30 am Sunday School,10:45 am Worship

DIAL DAILY DEVOTIONS: 875-4309

Centenary United Methodist Church

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

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

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

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

Youth Group Wednesday 7:00 pm

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

Christian Church of Seaford

Dual 13N., Seaford, DE • 629-6298

SCHEDULE OF SERVICES

Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Evening Worship 6:00 p.m. Morning Worship 10:30 Wed. Night Service & (Nursery & Jr. Church) Youth Groups 7:00 p.m. A Firm Foundation • A Sure Hope • An Unending Love

Centrally located at 14511 Sycamore Rd., Laurel, DE 19956

Sunday School - 9 a.m.; Worship Service - 10:30 a.m. FasTrak Children’s Ministry - 10:30 a.m.; E318 Youth - 6 p.m. Wednesday Midweek Services - 7 p.m.

For info, call 875.7995 or visit www.centralworshipcenter.org

St. Paul’s United Methodist Church 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

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

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MORNING STAR • MAY 14 - 20, 2009

Christ Lutheran benefit sale

Christ Lutheran Church, 315 N. Shipley St., Seaford, will hold its annual Yard Sale event on Friday, June 5 and Saturday, June 6 at 7:30 a.m. Proceeds benefit Habitat for Humanity. Scrapple sandwiches and bake sale goods will be available. Space available, $10 each. Call 629-9755, for more information.

Gospel Concert

St. George’s United Methodist Church in Laurel will present Southern Gospel Music and old favorites by “God’s Country Crossroads” group on Sunday, June 7 at 6:30 p.m. Directions: Alt 13 south Laurel, towards Delmar. Turn right on St. George’s Road and follow to church on right. For more information, call 8752273.

Ice cream sale

Mt. Zion Methodist Church, located on alternate Route 13 between Laurel and Seaford, will host an ice cream sale on Saturday, May 23, at 9 a.m. Flavors include vanilla, chocolate, strawberry, pineapple and banana. Pre-orders may be placed at 875-3055 or 629-7110.

Concert at St. Paul’s UMC

On Sunday, May 17, at 7 p.m., St. Paul’s United Methodist Church in Laurel will host Jimmy Passwaters in concert. Jim

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is an accomplished musician and singer whose ministry is always inspirational and uplifting. St. Paul’s is located just east of Route 13 on Old Stage Road. Don Murray and Friends will begin at 6:15 p.m. For more information, call 875-7900.

Lighthouse Church

“Vincent”, a contemporary psalmist/ recording artist, will be at The Lighthouse Church, 27225 Kaye Road, Laurel, this Sunday, May 17 starting at 10 a.m. A light snack reception will follow. For more information, visit www.thelighthouseld.org.

John Wesley UMC

John Wesley U.M. Church, 3rd and Chandler Streets in Seaford will be holding their annual Women’s Day, May 17. Evangelist Ethel Williams from Refuge Temple in Seaford will be our messenger at 3:30 p.m. All are welcome.

Woodland UMC

The women of the Woodland United Methodist Church will serve a chicken and dumpling dinner on Sat., May 16 at 6 p.m. Doors open at 5:30. Cost is $10, children 6-12 are $4, 5 and under are free. Woodland Church is located 4.5 miles west of Seaford next to the Woodland Ferry house. No carry-outs. For details call 629-5404 or 629-4662

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

Rev. Michael A. Hopkins, Pastor

WEDNESDAY SUNDAY Sunday School......9:45 a.m. Prayer & Praise 7:00 p.m. Worship...............11:00 a.m. Patch Club (kids) 7:00 p.m. Eve. Worship........7:00 p.m. Youth Group 6:00-8 p.m.

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

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

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

VICTORY TABERNACLE 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

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

Wednesday Evening

9:00 a.m. & 10:30 a.m. Worship, Nursery, Classes for Kids-Adults 7:00 p.m. Evening Service

6:45 Catalyst Youth (grades 7-12), DivorceCare 7:00 Prayer Meeting, Men’s Group, KidStuf 103 (K-6 Kids & their parents, 1 & 3rd Wed.)

Mount Olivet

SEAFORD PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH Sunday School 9 am Morning Worship 10 am

701 Bridgeville Road 629-9077

The Gift of His Love Let others know where you are and when you meet. To advertise in this directory,cal l

629-9788

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

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

22606 Sussex Hwy. Seaford, DE

302-359-6331 Weekly Services: Sunday: 10 am Tuesday: Prayer 7-8 pm Thursday: Bible Study 7 pm

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

Children’s Church • Nursery

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

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

MASSES: SUNDAY: Sat. Eve. - Vigil 4:30 p.m.; Spanish 7:30 p.m. Sunday - 7 a.m., 8:30 a.m., 11 a.m. DAILY: Mon., Tues., Thurs. & Fri. 9 a.m. Wed. 9 a.m. & 7:30 p.m.; First Sat. 9 a.m. HOLY DAYS: Eve. 7:30 p.m.; 9 a.m. & 7:30 p.m. NOVENA DEVOTIONS: Wed. 9 a.m. & 7:30 p.m. CONFESSION: Sat. 4:30 p.m.

SUNDAY WORSHIP

The Church by the Side of the Road 15092 Cokesbury Rd, Georgetown, DE (302) 629-5222 • www.cokesburywc.org Pastor Harold Carmean & Congregation Sunday School 9 am Contemporary Church Service 10 am

Union

302- 875-4646

PO BOX 60, LAUREL, DE 19956

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

All Welcome Where Love Abides -- John 3:16

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

CHURCH OF GOD

COKESBURY CHURCH

FIRST HONORARY CHAPLAIN - Colonel Thomas F. Mac Leish, superintendent of the Delaware State Police, made history recently by promoting Father Major Oscar H. Frundt to colonel. This is the first honorary colonel chaplain in DSP history. This honorary appointment and pinning ceremony was bestowed upon Father Frundt at the annual DSP Memorial Service in front of the DSP Academy. “Father Frundt has proudly served the members of the Delaware State Police since 1963 providing over 46 years of spiritual guidance to the men and women of this division,” said Colonel Mac Leish.

Messiah’s Vineyard Church

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

Sunday Services: Informal Worship in Chapel 8:30 a.m. Traditional Worship 11:00 a.m. Sanctuary 9:45 Sunday School

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

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

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

“Shining His Light”

Laurel Wesleyan Church Rt. 13A, Just North of Laurel

Sunday School - 9:30 Worship - 9:00 & 10:45 Sunday Evening Worship Wed. 6:30 p.m. - Youth Ministries & WKID, The Zone, Children’s Ministries

Church 875-5380 • Sr. Pastor Ken Deusa Asst. Pastor: Rev. Rick Green; Youth: Kyle Horton Children’s Pastor: Marilyn Searcey

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 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: 9:00 a.m. Sunday School & Adult Forum: 10:30 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

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

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

Thank You to the churches that sponsor these pages. Your contribution makes it possible for the “Good News” to be published each week.

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MORNING STAR • MAY 14 - 20, 2009

Obituaries Mary Frances Cooke, 84

Gold Heart, an award-winning bluegrass band, will perform at the 32nd annual Sussex County Prayer Breakfast on Friday, May 15 at the CHEER Center in Georgetown.

County to host 32nd annual Prayer Breakfast on May 15 The 32nd annual Sussex County Prayer Breakfast is 7 a.m., Friday, May 15, at the CHEER Community Center in Georgetown. Guest speaker is motivational speaker Debra Puglisi Sharp, who was the victim of a violent crime. Musical entertainment will be the award-winning Gold Heart bluegrass band. In 1998, Ms. Puglisi Sharp faced every woman’s worst nightmare. While tending her garden one afternoon, a man crept into her home where he lay in wait, killing her husband and

then abducting her. Held captive and assaulted in the criminal’s home over five days, she managed to call 911 and escape. This year’s breakfast is once again being hosted by the Sussex County Council. Ticket sales and community sponsorships from individuals, organizations and businesses pay for this event. This year, former County Councilman Dale R. Dukes is volunteering his time to coordinate the breakfast. Tickets are $12 per person. For tickets or more information, call 302-855-7743.

Governor holds annual breakfast at Dover’s Modern Maturity Center As part of the National Day of Prayer activities, Governor Jack Markell joined Lt. Governor Matt Denn, along with government and religious leaders and members of the community, to hold Delaware’s 49th Annual Governor’s Prayer Breakfast. The National Day of Prayer, recognized annually on the first Thursday in May, is an event where millions of Americans unite to pray for our country and its leaders. Governor Markell carried on that tradition at a breakfast at Dover’s Modern Maturity Center with more than 600 attendees. In addition to prayer for our nation, this year’s breakfast highlighted the theme, “Service Beyond Self,” honoring our fellow citizens who serve for the betterment of their community. The premise

demonstrates the act of giving back to each other and to our communities, enabling a sense of self-sacrifice and pride. It aims to remember the suffering of our fellow citizens in need and reminds us how even small acts can greatly enhance someone else’s life. “This breakfast, on this day, is a powerful remembrance that when we are together, we cannot be stopped,” Markell said. “There is nothing we cannot achieve.” Guest speaker was Dr. William N. Johnston, the 16th president of Wesley College. Before joining Wesley last June, he was president of Iowa Wesleyan College. In his remarks, Dr. Collins reminded the audience, “It is never about us – many are waging and depending on our actions [to get them through].”

Mary Frances Cooke was born February 22, 1924 to Pierson Montague Roe and Marguerite Milby Roe of Chapel District, Cordova, MD. When her father was named postmaster of Cordova they moved from the farm to town. She attended the Cordova Schools and was a member of the basketball and field ball teams of the High School. She graduated as Salutatorian of her class in 1941. She was a 1945 graduate of the Delaware Hospital School of Nursing, passing her Boards to be a Registered Nurse. On October 11, 1944 she married the Reverend R. Jervis Cooke, then a Chaplain with the U.S. Navy. After the war they settled into parish life at the Methodist Church in Trappe, MD. They also served other Methodist churches: Epworth, Centreville, MD; St. John’s, Seaford; Trinity, Salisbury, MD; and in the Wilmington District when her husband was superintendent, The Newark United Methodist Church. When her husband held administrative positions in Dover she took an active role in the Wesley Church. During the time of his presidency of Wesley College she was a gracious hostess to the students, faculty, trustees and many others. When the children were grown she had an active role of service on her own. She was vice president of the Auxiliary of Wesley Theological Seminary, Washington, DC, and a director of Neighborhood House, Wilmington, where she chaired the Finance Committee. She served two terms as president of the Peninsula Conference United Meth-

odist Women; Dean of the Conference School of Christian Mission; two terms as president of Church Women United of Delaware. She was a lay delegate to the Methodist General Conference of 1976 in Portland, Oregon and to the Jurisdictional Conferences of 1976 and 1980. She was a member of the World Methodist Conference in Hawaii. In 1993 the National Organization of Church Women United recognized her as the second Delaware woman to be designated A Valiant Woman. She is survived by her husband, The Rev. Dr. Raymond Jervis Cooke, and her children: Mrs. Joanne Cooke and her husband Don Gowins of Galestown, MD, the Rev. Dr. Bruce Cooke and wife Gail of Selbyville, Mrs. Linda Chantler of Milton, Mr. Gary Cooke and wife Elena of Milton, and Mr. Steve Cooke of Atlanta GA, 15 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. She has lived at the Methodist Manor House, Seaford, for 16 years and has been a patient with Alzheimers in the Health Center for more than six years. She died in the presence of her beloved family on Wednesday, May 6, 2009. Graveside services will be Saturday, May 16, at Barratt’s Chapel Cemetery, Frederica, at 10 a.m. A memorial service will be held at St. John’s United Methodist Church, Pine and Poplar Streets, on Saturday at noon, followed by a luncheon and visitation. Instead of flowers it is suggested that gifts be made to the Benevolence Fund of the Methodist Manor House, 1001 Middleford Rd, Seaford, DE 19973. Arrangements were by the Cranston Funeral Home, Seaford.

MORNING STAR • MAY 14 - 20, 2009

John Milton Disharoon, 87

John Milton Disharoon, a devoted father, grandfather and friend, passed away Wednesday, May 6, 2009, at his residence at Methodist Manor House in Seaford, after a short illness. He was born Dec. 9, 1921, in Laurel, a son of Finnie Wilson Disharoon and Blanche Melvin Disharoon. His deJohn Disharoon voted wife of more than 60 years, Dorothy S. Disharoon, passed away Oct. 26, 2007. John proudly served his country in the Anti-Aircraft Division of the U.S. Army and was a member of the Delmar American Legion. He worked with Roche & Hull, a commercial heating and refrigeration company for over 30 years. John was a legend and friend to the heating and refrigeration contractors of Delmarva. He was known for his knowledge and sincere interest in their business and existence. He was known to many as “Uncle John.” With this interest, he was involved in getting the heating, refrigeration and ventilation course started at Sussex Vocational School and was awarded for his work with Sussex Vo Tech in Georgetown. In the early 1950s, John owned and operated the general store and Bethel U.S. Post Office, known as Johnny’s Market, of Bethel. He also developed and owned Holly Oak Park, a residential development in Delmar. In his early, retired years he was a helping hand to his son, Steve, at The Drug Store in Hurlock, Md. John always had a helping hand for his family, children and grandchildren. He was very active with the Methodist churches in Delmar

through the years. His relaxation time was with his family and friends and he will be missed by all. Surviving are his two sons, Fred Disharoon and his wife, Pat, of Delmar, whom he considered a daughter, and Steve Disharoon of Sharptown, Md. and his friend, Jane Flowers of Cambridge, Md.; grandson, John P. “Rick” Disharoon and his wife, Sherry, of Delmar; granddaughter, Dawn Rothermel and her husband, Dan, of Milford; great grandchildren of (Rick and Sherry), Ryan, Jaclyn, Whitney and Mollie Disharoon; and great-great-grandson, Colin; and great-grandchildren of (Dawn and Dan), Zoe and Bay Rothermel. The funeral service was held on Wednesday, May 13, at 2 p.m. at Short Funeral Home, in Delmar. The Rev. Ruth Tull officiated. Interment with military honors was held at St. Stephen’s Cemetery in Delmar. Memorial contributions may be made in his memory to the Delmar Fire Department, PO Box 143, Delmar, DE 19940. Online condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.shortfh. com.

and an infant brother, William Linwood Layfield. A graveside service was held on Tuesday, May 12 at Short Funeral Home in Delmar. The Rev. Howard Travers officiated. In memory of Mr. Layfield, contributions may be sent to Coastal Hospice at the Lake, PO Box 1733, Salisbury, MD 21802. Online condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.shortfh.com.

Shirley A. Bowden, 75

Shirley A. Bowden of Seaford, died on Thursday, May 7, 2009 at Nanticoke Memorial Hospital. Mrs. Bowden retired from Nanticoke Memorial Hospital, where she was a cashier. She was a member of the VFW Ladies Auxiliary in Seaford. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Ronald Mears, in 1982, her second husband, Webster Lovelace, in 1987 and her third husband, David

Bowden, in 1996. She was also preceded in death by a son, Kevin, in 1975. A son, Michael Mears of Seaford, survives Shirley. Funeral services and burial will be private. In lieu of flowers the family suggests donations to the Kidney Foundation, 111 S. Independence Mall E Suite 411, Philadelphia, PA 19106. Arrangements were by the Cranston Funeral Home, Seaford.

Everett Tribbitt, 93

Everett “Sonny” Tribbitt of Ridgely, Md., died Friday, May 8, 2009, at the Caroline Nursing Home, Denton, Md. Mr. Tribbitt was born Oct. 21, 1915, in Queen Anne, Md., to Acie and Bessie Edith Hutson Tribbitt. He is survived by his son, James A. Tribbitt and wife, Angeline of Bridgeville; one sister, Mabel Strannahan of Denton;

PAGE 29 one brother-in-law, Leroy Hobbs and wife, Alma of Easton; three grandchildren, Cindy, Charlotte and Tracey. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Addie Virginia Tribbitt in 2005. Mr. Tribbitt was a truck driver for Pet Milk Plant of Greensboro, Md., for 10 years. He went on to work for Saulsbury Brothers of Ridgely as their plant maintenance supervisor, retiring after 44 years of service. He was a wonderful father to his family. He loved his home and took great pride in his ability to take care of all of the electrical, plumbing and remodeling needs. He enjoyed gardening and fishing. The funeral service was held Tuesday, May 12, at Fleegle and Helfenbein Funeral Home in Greensboro. Burial was in the Greensboro Cemetery. Condolences may be sent to www.fleegleandhelfenbein.com.

Norman E. Layfield, 90

Norman E. Layfield of Laurel, died Friday, May 8, 2009, at Coastal Hospice at the Lake in Salisbury, Md. He was born on Sept. 4, 1918, in Delmar, to William H. and Bertie Hastings Layfield. Mr. Layfield worked for many years at E.I. Dupont Company in Seaford before his retirement in 1970. He was a handyman who could fix or build anything. His hobbies included hunting and fishing. Mr. Layfield is survived by a niece and caregiver, Elizabeth Sullivan and her husband, Russell, of Delmar; several nieces and nephews; and a lifelong hunting and fishing friend, Al Stevens of Greenwood. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Mildred Hastings Layfield, who passed away in 1992; a brother, Wilmer H. Layfield;

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MORNING STAR • MAY 14 - 20, 2009

Education ECS Preschool summer program

In an effort to meet the needs of their school families and surrounding community, ECS has extended its preschool program to include summer hours. The “Grow Where You are Planted” program will begin June 8 and run through Aug. 14. Using age- and developmentally-appropriate activities, the summer program will build on children’s existing knowledge. The program will also provide an opportunity for children needing extra help in readiness skills for kindergarten. The cost for preschool summer programming is $115/week. For more information or to receive a brochure, call the ECS office at 302-875-4488.

LeCompte graduates from JMU

Corey LeCompte has graduated summa cum laude with a bachelor of arts degree in history from James Madison University in Harrisonburg, Va. Corey is the son of Michael and Diane LeCompte of Seaford and a 2005 graduate of Sussex Technical High School.

Correll inducted into honor society

Lauren Correll, daughter of Charles Correll of Bridgeville, and Karen Pusey of Georgetown, was recently accepted into Phi Kappa Phi, the international honor society, at Salisbury University. Correll is a junior majoring in physical education. She is a member of the field

hockey team and the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee. Correll is a 2006 graduate of Sussex Technical High School.

Vasquez named semifinalist

The National Geographic Society has notified Michael Vasquez, an 8th grade student at Greenwood Mennonite School, that he is a Spelling Bee Semifinalist for the state of Delaware. He competed in the 2009 Delaware Geographic Bee sponsored by Google and Plum Creek. Spelling bees were held in schools with fourth through eighth grade students throughout Delaware to determine each school’s Geographic winner. School level winners then took a qualifyVasquez ing test, which they submitted, to the National Geographic Society. In each of the 50 states, as well as the District of Columbia, the Department of Defense Schools and the U.S. Territories, the National Geographic Society invited the students with the top 100 scores to compete at the state level. The state winner will travel to Washington, D.C. where they will represent Delaware in the national semifinals at the National Geographic Society Headquarters on May 19-20.

St. thomaS more PreP announceS raffle - A one half tuition raffle or $2,500 cash prize is being sponsored by the PTO of St. Thomas More Prep in Magnolia. Tickets are $25 each and only 1,000 will be sold. Tickets will be sold until May 27 and are available from any St. Thomas More student, on the website at www.saintmore.org, by contacting via email lzmaloy@msn.com or calling 302-752-6225. The winning ticket will be picked on May 27, at 3 p.m. at St. Thomas More. You do not have to be present to win. Pictured left to right are Maria Stant, Kenny Hall, Ruslan Kopunek, Jenny Haller, Renee Mosley, Natasha Williams and Allie Maloy. Back row from right to left are Corey Hayes and Drew Price. Photo submitted

meDIcal aSSIStant GraDuateS - Students in Sussex Tech Adult Education recently graduated from the Medical Assistant-Clinical certificate program. The program prepares students for work in a physician’s office or hospital. From left are graduates Christine Davis of Laurel, Cloretta Upshur of Millsboro and Michelle West of Georgetown. Not pictured are Vonda Crippen of Laurel, Monique Murray of Salisbury, Md., and Kimberly Whaley of Laurel.

Seaford School District

KINDERGAR TEN REGISTRATION/SCREENING Members of the team are, from left, seated - Tighmir Sayles of Milton, Zach Dickerson and Melanie Hitchens, both of Laurel, and Desmond Sivels, of Lincoln. Back row standing are: Driver’s Education Teachers Tom Pegelow and Kevin Elzie, Principal Curt Bunting, and Driver’s Education Teacher Merrill Moore.

Driving team wins second place Sussex Technical High School’s sophomore driving team brought home the second place trophy from the Delaware Safe Driving Competition held April 22 at Dover Downs International Speedway. Fourteen school districts were represented by over 100 students from through-

out the state at the competition. The contest consisted of a written test, mapping test, road test driving in Dover, and skills contest featuring cone work. This is the first time Sussex Tech has placed at the competition.

BY APPOINTMENT AT SEAFORD CENTRAL ELEMENTARY

May 22, 2009

for children 5 years old on or before Aug. 31, 2009 Bring your child’s birth certificate, shot records, latest physical exam, proof of residence and completed registration materials (may be picked up or mailed when appt. scheduled)

CALL 629-4587 ext. 500 to SCHEDULE APPOINTMENT

MORNING STAR • MAY 14 - 20, 2009

Epworth lists their quarterly honor roll

Mrs. Ivy Bonk, principal of Epworth Christian School, has announced the Honor Roll for the third quarter. “A” Honor Roll First grade - Abigail Agapito, Mia Berger, Kaylin Hatfield, Christian Layton, Reagan Theis; Second grade - Holly Baker, Jeremiah Daudt, Sophia Dykstra, Rabecca Hastings, Tyler Hitchens, Stephanie Hollis, Marissa Kerins, Sharoon Mall, Haley Owens, Caleb Reid, Taylor Wroten; Third grade - Liam Catron, Luke Kinnikin, Lily Klepac, Caleb McFarlin, Jerrica Robertson, Noah Theis; Fourth grade - Gabrielle Hastings, Andrea Timmons, Jared Willey; Fifth grade Angela Baker, Emily Groton, Kyle Atkinson-Steele, Laurie Wroten; Sixth grade - Angela Agapito, Logan Downes, Mackenzie Kinnikin, Keith Lankford, Caroline Kerins, Bailey Kinnikin; Seventh grade Timothy Phillips, Chanah Zrien; Eighth grade - Travis Anderson, Jennifer Baker, Megan Gherke, Cassandra Kerins, Kelsey McMunn “A/B” Honor Roll First grade - Gabriel Hoffman, Kody Lankford, Michael Briggs, Logan Tyler; Second grade - Alexa Allen, Kyle Briggs, Julian Hudson; Third grade - Olivia Berger, Raelynn Ferencsik, Alexis LaFreniere, Alyssa Layton, Taylor Tucker; Fourth grade - Brandon Bradshaw, Mackenzie Hawkins, Michal LaFreniere, Macey Mitchell, Jennie Parsons, Moriah Reid, JC White; Fifth grade - Madison Dickerson, Jenna Espenlaub, Logan Fluharty, Drew Hill, Alexis Holston, Coleman James, Sarah Klepac, Rimmon Mall, Joseph Phillips; Sixth grade - Renee Adams, Matthew Dykstra, Cassie Gordon, Robert Hazel, Casey Kinnikin, Carol Anne McFarlin, Jeffrey Munro, Ike Wharton; Seventh grade - Taylor Daudt, LeighAnn Elzey, Lindsey Heck, Adam Smack; Eighth grade - Matthew Dickerson, Madelyn Gilbert, Alexander Gordon, Moshe Zrien

STUDENTS SCORE HIGH - From left, Worcester Prep juniors Connor Douglass, Rehoboth Beach; Megan Rosales, Seaford; and Michael Dowling, Ocean City, Md., met all of the requirements to enter the 2010 National Merit Scholarship Program. These students were among the highest scoring students in the nation on the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT) taken in last fall. Honoring the students is Dr. Barry W Tull, headmaster (left). Because of their performance, these students have been invited to be referred to two colleges or universities in the United States of their choice.

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SPANISH HONOR SOCIETY - Students inducted into the Spanish National Honor Society at Worcester Preparatory School at the 2009 inductions were: (front row, from left) Mary Alex Hudson, Berlin, Md.; Ali Schwartz, Seaford; Carson Wigley, Salisbury, Md.; Lyndsey Odachowski, Ocean City, Md.; Haylea Reiner, Berlin; Devon Zorn, Berlin; and Anna Pavlos, Salisbury; (back) Josh Berman, Bishopville, Md.; Kyle Joseph, Rehoboth Beach; Hunter Harmon, Rehoboth Beach; Matt Carey, Seaford; Billy Tyler, Ocean City; Ty Mayers, Rehoboth Beach; Peter Buas, Ocean City; and Max Perim, Salisbury.

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MORNING STAR • MAY 14 - 20, 2009

Entertainment DE State Fair completes event lineup

The Delaware State Fair has completed the grandstand lineup. On Friday, July 24, the Fair will offer a second show featuring comedian ventriloquist Jeff Dunham. “With the Saturday Jeff Dunham show selling out for the popular comedian, the Fair immediately went into negotiations with his representatives,” said Danny Aguilar, assistant general manager and director of marketing. Tickets, which are $45 for the track and $40 for the grandstand, go on sale Saturday, May 16 at 10 a.m. and can be purchased online at www.DelawareStateFair.com. On Thursday, July 30 the Fair presents the first ever “Summer Jam at the Delaware State Fair” featuring hip-hop artists T-Pain with Flo Rida. Opening the concert is up and coming artist Young Steff. The seating arrangement for the Summer Jam concert will be a bit different. The traditional track section will feature general admission with standing room only while the stadium and grandstand seating will feature assigned seating. Tickets, which are $45 for general admission in the track area and stadium and $40 in the grandstand, are available starting Saturday, May 16 at 10 a.m. and can be purchased online at www.DelawareStateFair.com. Tickets are also available for the following concerts: Sunday, July 26 - Brad Paisley with Dierks Bentley and Jimmy Wayne; Monday, July 27 - David Cook with the Gin Blossoms; Tuesday, July 28 Demi Lovato; Wednesday, July 29 - Darius Rucker with Chuck Wicks and Julianne Hough; Saturday, Aug. 1 - Kelly Clarkson with Eric Hutchinson; and Thursday, July 23/Friday, July 31 - Manlove Auto Parts Demolition Derbies.

SPRING CONCERT - Join the Delaware Choral Society for their spring concert, “American Sacred Treasures,” featuring Alice Parker’s Melodious Accord, spirituals and other early American pieces. The first concert will be held at Avenue Methodist Church, Milford, on May 15 at 7:30 p.m. The second concert is part of the People’s Church 100th Year Celebration program in Dover on Sunday, May 17 at 4 p.m. Tickets are $15 for general admission; $12 for seniors (55 and over) and $7 for students. For online ticketing, will-call reservations and other information, visit www.delawarechoralsociety.org, call 302-422-7775 or e-mail delawarechoralsociety@yahoo.com.

Two acclaimed soloists will perform Two new faces will perform as soloists with the Southern Delaware Choral Society. Bass, Andrew Adelsberger and Tenor, Frederic Rey will be among four guest soloists joining the SDCS for their spring concert featuring the works of Haydn. The concert will be held on Saturday, May 16, at Epworth United Methodist Church on Holland Glade Road in Rehoboth Beach, at Adelsberger 7:30 p.m. In his first performance with the Southern Delaware Choral Society, Andrew Adelsberger will work to connect the meaning of Haydn’s pieces to the overall context of the concert. He faces a challenge because there will be 11 readings

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er in the operatic and concert realms since his arrival in the United States in 2003. He is a graduate of the Peabody Conservatory of Music of Johns Hopkins University (MM), the University of Western Ontario (BMus) and the 2006 Lake George Opera Apprentice Program. Under the direction of John Ranney, the concert will feature Haydn’s “Mass in Time of War,” including the “Te Deum” and the “Lord Nelson Mass.” In between the parts of the two masses, letters will be read to the audience from soldiers who have served, or are serving in Iraq or Afghanistan. The concert will end with a song written and conducted by local composer, Roo Brown, entitled “You Will Be with Us.” Tickets are $20 for adults and $8 for students. Tickets are available online at www.sdchoralsociety.org, Puzzles in Lewes and Browseabout Books in Rehoboth, or by calling 302-645-2013.

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National Nursing Home Week being Law sought to protect homeowners andcelebrated insurance National Nursing Home Week Insurance Commissioner Matt isDenn Mayand 10-16. This year’s members of thetheme Senate isand “Nurturing a Love that Lasts.” House Insurance Committees willHomes pursueseek a new law in the Nursing to create wake of a Delaware for court ruling festive environments celebrathat would allow insurance tions for staff, volunteers andcompanies to refuse to renew homeresidents. owner insurance for policyholdThe Greater Seaford area is ers whotomake blessed have claims severalagainst local their policies, even askinquesNursing Homesorthat rank the tions about doing so. Recently, a Delaware Superior Court judge ruled in favor of two insurance industry groups in a lawsuit seeking to overturn a 2005 Department of Insurance regulation banning the practice of non-renewing homeowners insurance Members the Senate voted policies as aofresult of making toclaims. shift $1.1 million from the state’s construction budThecurrent regulation also prohibited get to helpfrom eventreating up the operating insurers simple budget for the year that as questions frombudget policyholders ends June 30. claims. The insurers argued The so-called “Minihad Bond in court the the Insurance DeBill” alsothat allows Delaware partment did not have the auDepartment of Transportation to take suchinactions tothority sell $110 million bonds by in regulation. Denn June instead Commissioner of July to pay for its building program for the 2010 budget year that starts July 1. The unusual move allows DelDOT to use some of the money as a bridge loan to keep current highway projects moving ahead. Sen. Robert Venables, DLaurel, said that, without the early DelDOT Inbond 2008,issue, at a time whenwould state have been forced stop leveled work on and federal grantstohave projects in June becauseChesait was off or even decreased, running out of construction cash. peake Utilities announces that the The agency the pinch grant levelsisoffeeling the Sharing Fund because its key sources money have increased for thoseofwho –have tolls,qualified gas taxesforand motor veassistance. hicleChesapeake fees - are all fallingcreated below Utilities projection because of the sagging the Sharing Fund with donations provided by customers, employees, the community and Chesapeake Utilities Corporation to ensure that the elderly, ill and those facing financial hardship are not forgotten during the cold winter months when energy bills are at their peak. “Now is notDelaware the time to be The Central Chamcutting back on grants for those ber of Commerce announced that in need,” Jack statedMarkell Shane Breakie, Governor and Lieupresident of the Matt Chesapeake tenant Governor Denn have Emergency Energy Recipient signed an official proclamation observing May 17-22 as Delaware Business Week. Since businesses are the foundation the Delaware Sussexof County Council,freeat enterprise providing its Januaryeconomy, 8 meeting, elected employment for the State’s citiits officers for 2008, zens, and engaging as selecting strong paras president Councilman ticipants in their respectiveFinley comB. Jones designating Jr. of Greenwood, andas munities, the week as vice president Delaware BusinessCouncilman Week encourLynnallJ.Delawareans Rogers of Milton. ages to recognize Dale contribuR. Dukes the Councilman many noteworthy tions that businesses make to our of Laurel held the council presicommunities. dency for the past year, while The served CentralasDelaware ChamJones vice president. ber of Commerce engages acAs president Jones willinpretivities to assist the business comside over all council meetings in munity, and each year nominates 2008, with Rogers substituting business persons in Central Delaif Jones unable to attend. ware whoishave brought new busiis customary for theCounty counnessItand growth to Kent cil, who at thehave firstmade meeting of each and outstanding new year, to to elect itscommunity. officers contributions their

top twothat categories forappeal qualitythe by stated he would the Alliance for Quality Nursing Superior Court’s decision to the Home CareSupreme (AQNHC) and the Delaware Court. While the appeal pending, American Health CareisAssociaCommissioner tion (AHCA). Denn and legislative leaders willDelaware seek to enact Additionally, legislation to provideAssociathe same HealthCare Facilities protection afforded by theNursdistion has identified several puted regulation. ing Home employees of these “We will fight on every Seaford-based Home’s their available front to protect homeowners from abusive practices by the insurance industry,” Commissioner Denn said. State Sen. David Sokola, a member of the Senate Insurance Committee, will be the chief sponsor of the legislation to be economy. introduced on Jan. 8. “It like maybe theyfor were “It looks is completely unfair going to run $7 million short for insurance companies to punish this year,” saidfor Venables, the homeowners making routine Joint Bond Bill their Committee’s coclaims against homeowners chairman. “We looked at it and insurance,” Sen. be Sokola said. thought it would ridiculous “I am disappointed that theto to stop those projects because courtthem has prevented the Insurstart up again would cost us Department aance lot of money.” from prohibitingDelDOT this practice, and Carolann I hope the Secretary Wicks said she appreciated the committee’s approval of the plan and the Senate’s quick action. DelDOT’s cash crunch has one silver lining – its financial advisors have said that, by selling bonds ahead of most states whose budget years start July 1, Delaware should be able to take Program (CHEERP), which manadvantage of low Fund. interest“Chesarates ages the Sharing and save moneyison the issue. peake Utilities proud to be able “Obviously don’t to increase ouryou efforts to want help to have to go this that year.” route,” Markell customers said. “But, if you’re goingUtilito For 2008, Chesapeake have to go out and borrow, it’s ties will nearly double its contrigood rates.” butiontotoget thegood Sharing Fund. In addition to increasing grant levels, additional grants are being offered to those who are recently unemployed or struggling with mortgage-related issues. Sharing grants are available for all eligible customers of Chesapeake Utilities living on Delmarva. Applications for the grants are They are: available through Catholic ChariSmall Business Person(s) of the Year tiesLisa in Delaware (302-674-1782) & Jennings Hastings, & and Shore-Up (410Janis Nesterak in of Maryland Faw, Casson & 749-1142). Co., LLP, William Strickland of L & W Insurance Co., and Bryant Richardson of Morning Star Publications, Inc. and appoint legal Corporation of thestaff. YearThe five-member council unaniDennis Klimaof Bayhealth Medicalapproved Center, Michael Kermously Jones and steter offor People’s Place, and Rogers their posts. Robert Travis of unanimously Blood Bank of Council also Delmarva James D. Griffin to approved Entrepreneur of the Year another one-year appointment Alex Vaughan of Alex as County Attorney. Griffin will Vaughan Mobile Entertainment, serve as the elected body’s chief Kelly Devine of Where Pigs Fly counsel. Restaurant, andRobertson James McGinnis Vincent G. and of McGinnis Commercial Real Richard E. Berl Jr. also were seEstate lected for one-year re-appointWinners of the 2009 Excelments as assistant county attorlence In Business Awards will neys, with Robertson to serve be announced at the Chamber’s the Planning & Zoning Business Awards DinnerComon mission and Berl21,to2009 serveatthe Thursday, May Maple Board of Adjustment. Dale Country Club.

“2009 AllAssembly Star Award” General willrecipients work for their dedication toDenn caring. with Commissioner to Congratulations to: Angela-Lord pass this legislation promptly so homeowners can oncesupport, again be Ennis, administrative of protected.” LifeCare at Lofland Park; CrysState Rep.registered Valerie Longhurst, tal Messick, nurse, a member of the HouseHealth EconomSeaford Center Genesis ic Development, Bankingdirecand Care; Carlyn Rohrbaugh, Insurance Committee and the tor, Assisted Living, Seaford chief House sponsor the new Center Genesis HealthofCare; and

Sara Johnson, director, legislation, pointed outDining that the Services, Center Genesis regulationSeaford in question was imHealth Care.only after the House plemented of Visit Representatives failedduring to ada Nursing Home dress theNursing issue in Home 2005. Week National “The “Nurturing last time the because is House a Love of that Representatives was given a bill Lasts!” to address this problem, it did Several events are planned, not act,” she said. some of which are open to the “Now thatasthe may public, such Zoolegislature Day on May

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You are hereby notified the below application will be before: The City of Seaford Board of Adjustment Help You and Appeals for their determinaPurchase A June tion on Wednesday, 3, New 2009 at 12:00 Noon, S/W Home! in the Council Chambers of CallHigh Street, City Hall, 414 Seaford, Delaware: Case No. V-07-09: Keith MANUFACTURING Hertzog, property owner of HOUSING 211 N. PorterCONCEPTS St., on behalf of Alice Cannon, is seeking a special exception to operate a home day care at this location, as required by the City of Seaford Zoning Ordinance, Chapter 15, Let Us Sec. 15-14 UsesHelp by Special Exception. You Own A New Case No. V-09-09: ChrisHome! topher and An Vane, property ownersCall of 302 Pennsylvania Avenue, Tax Map and Parcel 531 13.10 84, are MANUFACTURING requesting relief from Ch. 15, Zoning, CONCEPTS Sec. 15-13(5) HOUSING Accessory Uses, setback requirements, in order to place an accessory structure closer to the property line than the allowed five feet. Case No. V-10-09: E&D Holdings, LLC, property New Singlewide & owners of 118 Park Avenue, Doublewide Homes! Tax Map and Parcel 531 10.00 236.11, are requestCall ing relief form Ch. 15, Zoning. Sec. 15-59(5) Area and bulkMANUFACTURING requirements, side yard setbacks, due to the HOUSING CONCEPTS existing encroachment into the setback of buildings #2 and #4. Case No. V-11-09: BASF Corporation, property owner of 100 Industrial Blvd., Tax Map and Parcel 531 10.00 236.02, are requesting relief from Ch. 15 Zoning. Sec. 15-80(a) Temporary Structures, in order to place a 24’x64’ modular office trailer on site next to the existing administration building. Case No. V-12-09: Jerome Love, property owner of 404 Williams Street, on behalf of Shelly Shockley, is seeking a special exception to operate a home day care at this location as required by the City of Seaford Zoning Ordinance, Chapter 15, Sec. 15-14, Uses by Special Exception. If any of these projects are of concern to you and you wish to present your position or evidence, please attend this meeting You may have counsel attend on your behalf. Issued this 14th day of May 2009 pursuant to the Rules heretofore adopted by the City of Seaford. THE CITY OF SEAFORD Dolores J. Slatcher City Manager 5/14/1tc

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You are hereby notified the below matters will be before: The City of Seaford Planning and Zoning Commission for their review and recommendation on Thursday, June 4, 2009 at 7:00 P.M., in City Hall, 414 High Street, Seaford, Delaware and, The City of Seaford Mayor and Council for their determination on Tuesday, June 23, 2009 at 7:05 P.M., in City Hall, 414 High Street, Seaford, Delaware: 1) Case No. S-08-09: The request from E&D Holdings, LLC, property owner of Tax Map and Parcel 531 10.00 236.10 & 236.11, Seaford Industrial Park, to relocate the property line between the two parcels to meet setback requirement in the M-1 Light Industrial District. If these projects are of concern to you and you wish to present your position or evidence, please attend this meeting You may have counsel attend on your behalf. Issued this 14th day of May 2009 pursuant to the Rules heretofore adopted by the City of Seaford. THE CITY OF SEAFORD Dolores J. Slatcher City Manager 5/14/1tc PUBLIC HEARING The Board of Adjustment of the Town of Bridgeville will hold a Public Hearing on June 3, 2009 in the Town Hall, 101 N. Main Street, Bridgeville, DE at 7:00 P.M. The Board will receive public comment and consider a variance request submitted by the Bridgeville Fire Company to build Fire House II at 310-312 Delaware Avenue with a setback of 5 feet from the side property line, rather than the required 10 foot setback. Written comments will be received by the Board no later than June 1, 2009 Commissioners of Bridgeville Bonnie Walls, Town Manager 5/14/1tc LEGAL NOTICE ON JUNE 2, 2009 at 11:00 a.m., Laurel Storage Center, Road 468, Laurel, DE will conduct a sale pursuant to Title 25, DEL. C. ANN. 4904-4905. The contents of the following bins will be sold: Bin(s): #11 Afrika Spencer; #12 Terry Workman; #20 Randi Blades; #26 Eldora Reed; #37 Seven El Abullah; #39 Skeeter Milburn; #41 Rashawna Lagrande; #58 Deborah White; #59 Jean DeMatteo;

• MAY - 14 - 20, 2009 #68 and #151 William Kairis; #74 Diana Sears; #77 Audrey Winder; #89 Joan Davis; #93 Ernst Basquait; #105 Jessica Badman; #110 Veronica Oney; #126 Daniel Hager; #136 Rachael Parker; #159 Phyllis Olsteen; #190 Darlene Johnson; #192 Bonnie Boyce; #194 Yniece Chandler; #202 Williamanna Hill; #208 Susan Williams; #209 Tracy Kefauver; #217 Michael Banning; #219 Esther Pinder; #223 Beverly Ellis; #225 Jessica Hunt. BIDDERS: Call office on day of sale to confirm, (302) 875-5931. 5/7/2tc

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Estate of Luther Whitt, Deceased. Notice is hereby given that Letters of Testamentary upon the estate of Luther Whitt who departed this life on the 19th day of March, A.D. 2009 late of Seaford, DE were duly granted unto Ermadine Whitt on the 29th day of April, A.D. 2009, 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 19th day of November, A.D. 2009 or abide by the law in this behalf. Executrix: Ermadine Whitt 715 E. King Street Seaford, DE 19973 Gregory Fuller Sr. Register of Wills 5/14/3tc

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Estate of Harold R. Valerius, Jr., Deceased. Notice is hereby given that Letters of Testamentary upon the estate of Harold R. Valerius, Jr. who departed this life on the 10th day of March, A.D.

2009 late of Seaford, DE were duly granted unto Mary Valerius on the 24th day of April, A.D. 2009, 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 10th day of November, A.D. 2009 or abide by the law in this behalf. Executrix: Mary Valerius 7050 Atlanta Circle Seaford, DE 19973 Gregory Fuller Sr. Register of Wills 5/7/3tc

NOTICE

Estate of Elaine M. Townsend, Deceased. Notice is hereby given that Letters of Testamentary upon the estate of Elaine M. Townsend who departed this life on the 12th day of March, A.D. 2009 late of Seaford, DE were duly granted unto Clarence M. Townsend, Carol T. Clifton on the 27th day of April, A.D. 2009, and all persons indebted to the said deceased are required to make payments to the See LEGALS—page 36

TOWN OF BRIDGEVILLE REFERENDUM

The Commissioners of the Town of Bridgeville will hold a Referendum (“Special Election”) in order for eligible citizens to vote for or against the borrowing by the Commissioners of the Town of Bridgeville a Sum Not to Exceed Two Hundred Fifty Thousand Dollars ($250,000) to provide financing, for certain improvements to the Town’s Drinking Water Facilities including, but not limited to, the installation of Back-Up Well No. 6 and other costs associated thereto (the “Project”), and such borrowing will be secured by a General Obligation Bond. It is anticipated that during the construction of the Project, the Town of Bridgeville will receive loan forgiveness of One Hundred Eighty-Five Thousand, One Hundred and Fifty-Five Dollars ($185,155) through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 so that after completion of the Project, the Town will only have a remaining loan of Sixty Four Thousand Eight Hundred and Forty-Five Dollars( $64,845). The Special Election will be held on Thursday, the 4th Day of June, 2009, at the Bridgeville Town Hall, 101 North Main Street, between the hours of 10:00 A.M. and 2:00 P.M. Every citizen of the Town of Bridgeville who has attained the age of eighteen (18) years, and who has been a resident of the Town for at least thirty (30) days prior to the Special Election, shall have one vote and, in addition, every partnership, corporation or other entity owning real property, within the corporate limits of the Town of Bridgeville shall also have one vote and the said vote of a partnership, corporation or other entity may be cast either in person or by proxy. COMMISSIONERS OF BRIDGEVILLE WILLIAM A.J EFFERSON, COMMISSIONPR ESIDENT

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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 12th day of November, A.D. 2009 or abide by the law in this behalf. Co-Executors: Clarence M. Townsend 11478 Chipman’s Pond Rd. Laurel, DE 19956 Carol T. Clifton 24467 Sylvan Acres Rd. Milton, DE 19968 Attorney: James A. Yori, Esq. Fuqua and Yori, P.A. 28 The Circle Georgetown, DE 19947 Gregory Fuller Sr. Register of Wills 5/7/3tc

NOTICE

Estate of Wayne C. McCarty, Deceased. Notice is hereby given that Letters of Administration upon the estate of Wayne C. McCarty who departed this life on the 7th day of April, A.D. 2009 late of Seaford, DE were duly granted unto Elizabeth V. McCarty on the 23rd day of April, A.D. 2009, and all persons indebted to the said deceased are required to make payments to the said Administratrix without delay, and all persons having demands against the deceased are required to exhibit and present the same duly probated to the said Administratrix on or before the 7th day of

December, A.D. 2009 or abide by the law in this behalf. Administratrix: Elizabeth V. McCarty 3142 Bowman Rd. Seaford, DE 19973 Gregory Fuller Sr. Register of Wills 5/7/3tc

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Estate of Blossom R. Marvel, Deceased. Notice is hereby given that Letters of Testamentary upon the estate of Blossom R. Marvel who departed this life on the 7th day of April, A.D. 2009 late of Seaford, DE were duly granted unto Willard F. Marvel on the 24th day of April, A.D. 2009, and all persons indebted to the said deceased are required to make payments to the said Executor without delay, and all persons having demands against the deceased are required to exhibit and present the same duly probated to the said Executor on or before the 7th day of December, A.D. 2009 or abide by the law in this behalf. Executor: Willard F. Marvel 28658 Seaford Rd. Laurel, DE 19956 Gregory Fuller Sr. Register of Wills 5/7/3tc

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Estate of George Daniel Isenhwer, Deceased. Notice is hereby given that Letters of Administration upon the estate of George Daniel Isenhower

Delmar School District Special Election June 2, 2009 THIS SPECIAL REFERENDUM DOES NOT INCREASE THE SCHOOL TAX RATE The Delmar School District of Sussex County, in the State of Delaware, pursuant to the Delmar Board of Education approval given April 21, 2009, in accordance with the provisions of Title 14, Chapter 19 of the Delaware Code as amended in order to hold a special election for the following reason: To transfer $450,000.00 from the Debt Service Account for Fiscal Year 2009 Current Operating Expenses. For the specific purposes of energy costs, maintenance contract costs, materials, supplies, contractual services, and other programs directly related to the educational programs. AT ISSUE TAX RATE TRANSFER VOTE FOR ONE [1]

FOR THE TAX RATE TRANSFER __________ AGAINST THE TAX RATE TRANSFER ________

who departed this life on the 9th day of February, A.D. 2009 late of Seaford, DE were duly granted unto John H. Isenhower on the 27th day of April, A.D. 2009, and all persons indebted to the said deceased are required to make payments to the said Administrator without delay, and all persons having demands against the deceased are required to exhibit and present the same duly probated to the said Administrator on or before the 9th day of October, A.D. 2009 or abide by the law in this behalf. Administrator: John H. Isenhower 22507 Bridgeville Highway P.O. Box 1101 Seaford, DE 19973 Gregory Fuller Sr. Register of Wills 5/7/3tc

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Estate of Leon R. Ellis, Deceased. Notice is hereby given that Letters of Testamentary upon the estate of Leon R. Ellis who departed this life on the 16th day of April, A.D. 2009 late of Seaford, DE were duly granted unto Randolph Lee Ellis on the 27th day of April, A.D. 2009, and all persons indebted to the said deceased are required to make payments to the said Executor without delay, and all persons having demands against the deceased are required to exhibit and present the same duly probated to the said Executor on or before the 16th day of December, A.D. 2009 or abide by the law in this behalf. Executor: Randolph Lee Ellis 1010 Baldwin Rd. Richmond, VA 23229 Attorney: Stephen P. Ellis, Esq. Ellis & Szabo, LLP PO Box 574 Georgetown, DE 19947 Gregory Fuller Sr. Register of Wills 5/7/3tc

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Estate of Charles Joseph Detwiler, Deceased. Notice is hereby given that Letters of Testamentary upon the estate of Charles Joseph Detwiler who departed this life on the 15th day of February, A.D. 2009 late of Laurel, DE were duly granted unto Donna K. Adams on the 27th day of April, A.D. 2009, 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

• MAY - 14 - 20, 2009 said Executrix on or before the 15th day of October, A.D. 2009 or abide by the law in this behalf. Executrix: Donna K. Adams 14558 Pepper Box Rd. Delmar, DE 19940 Gregory Fuller Sr. Register of Wills 5/7/3tc

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Estate of Helen C. Bennett, Deceased. Notice is hereby given that Letters of Testamentary upon the estate of Helen C. Bennett who departed this life on the 18th day of March, A.D. 2009 late of Laurel, DE were duly granted unto Richard T. Bennett on the 23rd day of April, A.D. 2009, and all persons indebted to the said deceased are required to make payments to the said Executor without delay, and all persons having demands against the deceased are required to exhibit and present the same duly probated to the said Executor on or before the 18th day of November, A.D. 2009 or abide by the law in this behalf. Executor: Richard T. Bennett 32204 Ellis Grove Rd. Laurel, DE 19956 Attorney: George B. Smith, Esq. Smith, O’Donnell, Feinberg & Berl, LLP P.O. Box 588 Georgetown, DE 19947 Gregory Fuller Sr. Register of Wills 5/7/3tc

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Estate of Dorothy T. Bell, Deceased. Notice is hereby given that Letters of Administration upon the estate of Dorothy T. Bell who departed this life on the 30th day of March, A.D. 2009 late of Seaford, DE were duly granted unto Edwin Bell, Nancy Cunningham, John Bell on the 28th day of April, A.D. 2009, and all persons indebted to the said deceased are required to make payments to the said Co-Administrator without delay, and all persons having demands against the deceased are required to exhibit and present the same duly probated to the said Co-Administrator on or before the 30th day of November, A.D. 2009 or abide by the law in this behalf. Co-Administrator: Edwin Bell 34 Anna Dr. Bear DE 19701 Nancy Cunningham 84 Henlopen Gdns., Lewes, DE 19958 John Bell

315 E. Stein Hwy. Seaford, DE 19973 Gregory Fuller Sr. Register of Wills 5/7/3tc

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Estate of Ann S. Mazurak, Deceased. Notice is hereby given that Letters of Testamentary upon the estate of Ann S. Mazurak who departed this life on the 31st day of January, A.D. 2009 late of Seaford, DE were duly granted unto Robert W. Mazurak on the 20th day of April, A.D. 2009, and all persons indebted to the said deceased are required to make payments to the said Executor without delay, and all persons having demands against the deceased are required to exhibit and present the same duly probated to the said Executor on or before the 30th day of September, A.D. 2009 or abide by the law in this behalf. Executor: Robert W. Mazurak 23 Grove Rd. Bedford, NY 10506-1531 Gregory Fuller Sr. Register of Wills 4/30/3tc

NOTICE

Estate of Melissa VanderHoeven, Deceased. Notice is hereby given that Letters of Administration upon the estate of Melissa VanderHoeven who departed this life on the 30th day of March, A.D. 2009 late of Laurel, DE were duly granted unto Karen A. Meekins, Donna M. Robles on the 15th day of April, A.D. 2009, and all persons indebted to the said deceased are required to make payments to the said Administratrices without delay, and all persons having demands against the deceased are required to exhibit and present the same duly probated to the said Administratrices on or before the 30th day of November, A.D. 2009 or abide by the law in this behalf. Administratrices: Karen A. Meekins 4156 Dublin Hill Rd. Bridgeville, DE 19933 Donna M. Robles 4156 Dublin Hill Rd. Bridgeville DE 19933 Gregory Fuller Sr. Register of Wills 4/30/3tc

NOTICE

Estate of Howard J. Mason, Deceased. Notice is hereby given that Letters of Testamentary upon the estate of Howard J. Mason who departed this life on the 2nd day of April,

A.D. 2009 late of Seaford, DE were duly granted unto Susan Jane Mason on the 16th day of April, A.D. 2009, 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 2nd day of December, A.D. 2009 or abide by the law in this behalf. Executrix: Susan Jane Mason 406 N. Shipley St. Seaford, DE 19973 Attorney: David W. Baker, Esq. P.O. Box 551 Georgetown, DE 19947 Gregory Fuller Sr. Register of Wills 4/30/3tc

SHERIFF SALE By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, May 19, 2009 At 9:30 A.M. & Thereafter At the Sussex County Sheriff’s Office, West Complex, 22215 DuPont Boulevard, Georgetown, Delaware, Georgetown Hundred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, the following described real estate to wit: ALL that certain lot, piece or parcel of land, situate, lying and being in Northwest Fork Hundred, Sussex County and State of Delaware, more particularly described in accordance with a survey prepared by MillerLewis, Inc., dated October 19, 2004, as follows: BEGINNING at an iron pipe in the westerly right of way line of First Street at a corner for this land and lands now or formerly of Geneva D. Jackson, said beginning point being 1,150 feet more or less from County Road 589A; thence, by and with the westerly right of way line of First Street South 21 degrees 32 minutes 56 seconds West 110.88 feet to an iron pipe, a corner for this land; thence, by and with Red Pine Drive North 66 degrees 19 minutes 06 seconds West 276.78 feet to an iron pipe, a corner for this land; thence, along a line between this land and lands now or formerly of Willis Franklin Savage North 21 degrees 27 minutes 16 seconds East 150.81 feet to an iron rod, a corner for this land and lands now or formerly of Martha Alexander Distance; thence, along a line between this land and lands now or formerly of Martha See LEGALS—page 38

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PAGE 38 LEGALS - from Page 36 Alexander Distance South 70 degrees 28 minutes 37 seconds East 140.97 feet to an iron pipe, a corner for this land; thence, along a line between this land and lands now or formerly of Geneva D. Jackson South 21 degrees 30 minutes 20 seconds West 60.00 feet to an iron pipe; thence, along another line between this land and lands now or formerly of Geneva D. Jackson South 70 degrees 28 minutes 37 seconds East 136.00 feet to the place of beginning, be the contents thereof what they may. AND BEING the same lands and premises which Delmar Homes, Inc., by deed dated September 9, 2005 and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds in and for Sussex County, Delaware in Deed Book 3201, Page 265 did grant and convey unto JANINE A. WILLIAMS AND BRUCE A. WILLIAMS, husband and wife, in fee. Tax Parcel: 5-30-10.0025.00 Property Address: 9169 Red Pine Drive, Greenwood Registration is required for all bidders prior to sale. A $4,000.00 deposit (Cash or Cashiers/certified check payable to Sheriff of Sussex County) and valid driver’s license or photo I.D. are required to register. TERMS: 20 percent of the purchase money will be demanded on day of sale (The $4,000.00 Bidder Registration Fee will be credited to the 20% deposit). Cash, Certified Check or Cashier’s Check, is required. The balance is to be paid on or before June 1, 2009. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on June 5, 2009 and also subject to a 1 1/2 percent Delaware Realty Transfer Tax; 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Also subject to 1 1/2 percent Sussex County Realty Tax, 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Any further Transfer Tax is the responsibility of the Purchaser. The Purchaser will be required to pay the cost of the deed; a $200.00 deposit will be collected at the time of sale and will be refunded if a proper deed is presented to the Sheriff’s Office within Forty-Five days of confirmation. If the Purchaser fails to comply with these terms the percentum paid at the time of sale will be forfeited. Please make checks payable to: Sheriff of Sussex County. Seized and taken in execution the property of

MORNING STAR BRUCE A. & JANINE A. WILLIAMS and will be sold by Eric D. Swanson, Sheriff 5/7/2tc SHERIFF SALE By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, May 19, 2009 At 9:30 A.M. & Thereafter At the Sussex County Sheriff’s Office, West Complex, 22215 DuPont Boulevard, Georgetown, Delaware, Georgetown Hundred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, the following described real estate to wit: ALL that certain lot, piece or parcel of land with the improvements thereon erected, situated in the Town of Greenwood, Sussex County, State of Delaware, lying at the southeast comer of the intersection of Delaware Route 16 (Market Street) and Second Street, being bounded on the north by Delaware Route 16, on the east by lands now or formerly of Robert Terwilliger, on the south by lands now or formerly of Edward Jory, and on the west by Second Street, and being more particularly described in accordance with a survey by Richard Vetter Land Surveying dated March 7, 2006, as follows, to wit: BEGINNING at a set nail at the intersection of the south line of Delaware Route 16 with the east line of Second Street at a corner for this lot; thence running from said point of beginning with the south line of Delaware Route 16, South 67 degrees East, 97.00 feet to a found concrete monument at a corner for this lot and lands now or formerly of said Terwilliger; thence turning and running with said Terwilliger lands, South 23 degrees West, passing over a found concrete monument at 114.75 feet, a total distance of 174.75 feet to a found iron pipe at a corner for this lot and in the line of lands now or formerly of said Jory; thence turning and running with said Jory lands, North 67 degrees West, 97.00 feet to a set nail in the east line of Second Street at a corner for this lot; thence turning and running with the east line of Second Street, North 23 degrees East, 174.75 feet to the point and place of beginning. Be the contents thereof what they may. AND BEING the same lands and premises which Richard Y. Johnson & Son, Inc., by deed dated April 6, 2006 and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds in and for Sussex County, Delaware in Deed Record 3294, Page

51 did grant and convey unto WALTER JONES and MARSHA JONES, his wife, in fee. Tax Parcel: 5-30-9.1664.01 Property Address: 306 West Market Street, Greenwood Registration is required for all bidders prior to sale. A $4,000.00 deposit (Cash or Cashiers/certified check payable to Sheriff of Sussex County) and valid driver’s license or photo I.D. are required to register. TERMS: 20 percent of the purchase money will be demanded on day of sale (The $4,000.00 Bidder Registration Fee will be credited to the 20% deposit). Cash, Certified Check or Cashier’s Check, is required. The balance is to be paid on or before June 1, 2009. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on June 5, 2009 and also subject to a 1 1/2 percent Delaware Realty Transfer Tax; 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Also subject to 1 1/2 percent Sussex County Realty Tax, 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Any further Transfer Tax is the responsibility of the Purchaser. The Purchaser will be required to pay the cost of the deed; a $200.00 deposit will be collected at the time of sale and will be refunded if a proper deed is presented to the Sheriff’s Office within Forty-Five days of confirmation. If the Purchaser fails to comply with these terms the percentum paid at the time of sale will be forfeited. Please make checks payable to: Sheriff of Sussex County. Seized and taken in execution the property of WALTER & MARSHA JONES and will be sold by Eric D. Swanson, Sheriff 5/7/2tc SHERIFF SALE By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, May 19, 2009 At 9:30 A.M. & Thereafter At the Sussex County Sheriff’s Office, West Complex, 22215 DuPont Boulevard, Georgetown, Delaware, Georgetown Hundred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, the following described real estate to wit: Parcel: 17.01 ALL that certain piece, parcel, lot, or tract of land tying on the southerly side Laurel Road, a.k.a. Delaware Route 24, designated map/tax parcel 2-32 23.00

• MAY - 14 - 20, 2009 17.01, situated in Cedar Creek Hundred, Sussex County, the State of Delaware, and being more particularly located and ascertained in the following metes and bounds description by the P.E.L.S.A. Company, Inc., Land Consultants and Surveyors, as shown on a plan prepared by said P.E.L.S.A. Company, Inc., dated May 11,2006, referenced and filed as M0060530. Parcel: 17.02 ALL that certain piece, parcel, lot, or tract of land lying on the southerly side Laurel Road, a.k.a. Delaware Route 24, designated map/tax parcel 2-32 23.00 17.02, situated in Cedar Creek Hundred, Sussex County, the State of Delaware, and being more particularly located and ascertained in the following metes and bounds description by the P.E.L.S.A. Company, Inc., Land Consultants and Surveyors, as shown on a plan prepared by said P.E.L.S.A. Company, Inc., dated May 11,2006, referenced and filed as M0060530. BEING the same lands and premises which Walter L. Vickers Jr. and Monica M. Vickers did by deed dated June 19, 2006 did grant and convey unto Milton A. Phillips and Peggy J. Phillips did by deed dated June 19, 2006 and recorded in the office aforesaid in Deed Book 3345 Page296 did grant and convey unto Milton A. Phillips and Peggy J. Phillips. Tax Parcel: 2-32-23.0017.01 & 17.02 Property Address: 18132 Laurel Road, Laurel Registration is required for all bidders prior to sale. A $4,000.00 deposit (Cash or Cashiers/certified check payable to Sheriff of Sussex County) and valid driver’s license or photo I.D. are required to register. TERMS: 20 percent of the purchase money will be demanded on day of sale (The $4,000.00 Bidder Registration Fee will be credited to the 20% deposit). Cash, Certified Check or Cashier’s Check, is required. The balance is to be paid on or before June 1, 2009. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on June 5, 2009 and also subject to a 1 1/2 percent Delaware Realty Transfer Tax; 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Also subject to 1 1/2 percent Sussex County Realty Tax, 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Any further Transfer Tax is the responsibility of the Purchaser.

The Purchaser will be required to pay the cost of the deed; a $200.00 deposit will be collected at the time of sale and will be refunded if a proper deed is presented to the Sheriff’s Office within Forty-Five days of confirmation. If the Purchaser fails to comply with these terms the percentum paid at the time of sale will be forfeited. Please make checks payable to: Sheriff of Sussex County. Seized and taken in execution the property of MILTON A. & PEGGY J. PHILLIPS and will be sold by Eric D. Swanson, Sheriff 5/7/2tc SHERIFF SALE By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, May 19, 2009 At 9:30 A.M. & Thereafter At the Sussex County Sheriff’s Office, West Complex, 22215 DuPont Boulevard, Georgetown, Delaware, Georgetown Hundred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, the following described real estate to wit: 2-31-21.00-29.00 ALL that certain tract, piece and parcel of land situate, lying and being in Nanticoke Hundred, Sussex County, Delaware, and being Lot Four (4) of a Plot of lands entitled “Record Plan of Asbury Meadows”, said plot being dated November 2, 2002. Revised August 3, 2003, and prepared by Miller Lewis, Inc. Surveyors and being of record in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds, in and for Sussex County, Delaware, in Plot Book 82 at Page 185, consisting of 21,862 square feet of land more or less. BEING a part of the same land conveyed unto Sussex Ventures, Inc. by deed of Robert A. Hudson, II and Michelle R. Hudson, his wife, of record in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds in and for Sussex County, Delaware, in Deed Book 2642 at Page 183. SUBJECT to Restrictions, a copy of which is attached hereto and shall run with the land. SUBJECT to any and all restrictions, reservations, conditions, easements and agreements of record in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds, in and for Sussex County, Delaware. 2-31-21.00-30.00 ALL that certain tract, piece and parcel of land situate, lying and being in Nanticoke Hundred, Sussex County, Delaware, and being lot FIVE (5) of a Plot of lands entitled “Record Plan of Asbury Meadows”, said plot being dated November

2, 2002. Revised August 3, 2003, and prepared by Miller Lewis, Inc. Surveyors and being of record in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds, in and for Sussex County, Delaware, in Plot Book 82 at Page 185, consisting of 34,144 square feet of land more or less. BEING a part of the same lands conveyed unto Sussex Ventures, Inc. by deed of Robert A. Hudson, II and Michelle R. Hudson, his wife of record in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds in and for Sussex County, Delaware, in Deed Book 2642 at Page 183. SUBJECT to restrictions, a copy of which are attached hereto and shall run with this land. SUBJECT to any and all restrictions, reservations, conditions, easements and agreements of record in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds, in and for Sussex County, Delaware. 2-35-16.00-257.00, 260.00 & 262.00 ALL those certain lots, pieces and parcels of land situate, lying and being in Broadkill Hundred, Sussex County, Delaware, being known and designated as Lots #8, 11, 12 and 13, Pintail Pointe, more fully shown on the subdivision plot of Pintail Pointe, prepared by ECl, Registered Surveyors, recorded August 23, 2005, in Plot Book 95, Page 341, in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds, Georgetown, Delaware, together with any and all improvements located thereon. BEING a part of the same lands conveyed to Regent Group Property Development, LLC by deed of Otis J. Clifton and Betty M. Clifton, dated August 6, 2004, and filed for record in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds of Sussex County in Deed Book 3017, Page 164. SUBJECT to a) the Declaration of Covenants of Pintail Pointe, recorded on May 4, 2006, with the aforesaid Recorder of Deeds, in Deed Book 3305, page 281, and all subsequent amendments thereto; b) the notes, reservations and easements shown on the subdivision plot of Pintail Pointe recorded with the aforesaid Recorder of Deeds, in Plot Book 95, Page 341, and all amendments thereto; and c) all easements and rightof¬-ways of record. 1-34-15.00-59.01 ALL THAT CERTAIN LOT, piece and parcel of land, situate, lying and being in Baltimore Hundred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, being known and designated as Lot Number 16, Block “C”, on a certain plot of lands of See LEGALS—page 39

MORNING STAR LEGALS - from Page 38 record in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds, in and for Sussex County, Delaware in Plot Book 8, page 356, known and designated as “Sherwood Acres”, said plot having been prepared by J.J. McCann, registered surveyor, on May 19, 1971, reference being thereto has will more fully and at large appear. The above lot of land is conveyed subject to all of the restrictions, covenants and reservations which shall run with the land. Said restrictions more fully set out in the Deed of Sherwood Acres Property Owners Association, of record in Deed Book 674, page 306; and amended October 11, 1984 of record in the office of the Recorder of Deeds in and for Sussex County in Deed Book 1296 page 255; and further amended by Certification of Restrictive Covenants recorded April 29, 2003, in the Office aforesaid in Deed Book 2829, Page 316. SUBJECT to any and all restrictions, reservations, conditions, easements and agreements of record in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds in and for Sussex County, Delaware. BEING the same lands and premises which were conveyed unto Sharon M. Benton aka Michelle Benton by deed of Stanislaus J. Kufera and Helen J. Kufera, dated June 16, 2006, and recorded June 19, 2006, in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds, in and for Sussex County, Delaware in Deed Book 3323, Page 291. Tax Parcel: 2-31-21.0029.00 & 30.00, 2-35-16.00257.00, 260.00 & 262.00, 1-34-15.00-59.01 Property Address: Not Available Registration is required for all bidders prior to sale. A $4,000.00 deposit (Cash or Cashiers/certified check payable to Sheriff of Sussex County) and valid driver’s license or photo I.D. are required to register. TERMS: 20 percent of the purchase money will be demanded on day of sale (The $4,000.00 Bidder Registration Fee will be credited to the 20% deposit). Cash, Certified Check or Cashier’s Check, is required. The balance is to be paid on or before June 1, 2009. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on June 5, 2009 and also subject to a 1 1/2 percent Delaware Realty Transfer Tax; 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Also subject to 1 1/2 percent Sussex County Realty Tax, 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and

3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Any further Transfer Tax is the responsibility of the Purchaser. The Purchaser will be required to pay the cost of the deed; a $200.00 deposit will be collected at the time of sale and will be refunded if a proper deed is presented to the Sheriff’s Office within Forty-Five days of confirmation. If the Purchaser fails to comply with these terms the percentum paid at the time of sale will be forfeited. Please make checks payable to: Sheriff of Sussex County. Seized and taken in execution the property of CUSTOM HOMES BY STEVE BENTON, INC. and will be sold by Eric D. Swanson, Sheriff 5/7/2tc SHERIFF SALE By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, May 19, 2009 At 9:30 A.M. & Thereafter At the Sussex County Sheriff’s Office, West Complex, 22215 DuPont Boulevard, Georgetown, Delaware, Georgetown Hundred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, the following described real estate to wit: ALL that certain lot, piece or parcel of land situate, lying and being in Nanticoke Hundred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, and known as Lot No. 10 on the Subdivision of Lands of Star Partners, prepared by Charles D. Murphy, Jr., Registered Surveyors, dated March 7, 1994, and filed for record in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds, in and for Sussex County, Delaware in Plot Book 51, Page 350, and being more particularly described as follows, to-wit: BEGINNING at a rebar located on the Westerly right of way line of State Route 36; thence turning and running along said right of way, South 42 degrees 15 minutes 20 seconds West 159.84 feet to a rebar found, said rebar being a corner for this lot and Lands now or formerly of N.C. Hill; thence turning and running along the line of Lands of Hill, North 75 degrees 40 minutes 46 seconds West 215.38 feet to a pipe found, said pipe being a corner for this lot and located along the line of Lands of Carlisle Bros.; thence turning and running along the line of Lands of Carlisle Bros. the following two courses and distances: 1) North 52 degrees 55 minutes 21 seconds East 269.25 feet to a rebar found, then turning 2) South 47 degrees 43 minutes 09 seconds

East 150.26 feet to a rebar found, said rebar being a corner for this lot and located along the right of way line of State Route 36 and being the point and place of beginning. Said to contain 35,736 square feet, more or less, with all the improvements located thereon, as surveyed by Temple-Sellers, Inc., Registered Surveyors, dated October 3, 2003. BEING the same land and premises that Stacy D. Bosco by deed dated October 18, 2003 and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds in and for Sussex County, State of Delaware, in Deed Book 2921, Page 173, did grant and convey unto David J. Bosco and Stacy D. Bosco, in fee. Tax Parcel: 4-30-5.0017.09 Property Address: 12870 Shawnee Road, Greenwood Registration is required for all bidders prior to sale. A $4,000.00 deposit (Cash or Cashiers/certified check payable to Sheriff of Sussex County) and valid driver’s license or photo I.D. are required to register. TERMS: 20 percent of the purchase money will be demanded on day of sale (The $4,000.00 Bidder Registration Fee will be credited to the 20% deposit). Cash, Certified Check or Cashier’s Check, is required. The balance is to be paid on or before June 1, 2009. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on June 5, 2009 and also subject to a 1 1/2 percent Delaware Realty Transfer Tax; 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Also subject to 1 1/2 percent Sussex County Realty Tax, 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Any further Transfer Tax is the responsibility of the Purchaser. The Purchaser will be required to pay the cost of the deed; a $200.00 deposit will be collected at the time of sale and will be refunded if a proper deed is presented to the Sheriff’s Office within Forty-Five days of confirmation. If the Purchaser fails to comply with these terms the percentum paid at the time of sale will be forfeited. Please make checks payable to: Sheriff of Sussex County. Seized and taken in execution the property of STACY DIANE & DAVID JOSEPH BOSCO, SR. and will be sold by Eric D. Swanson, Sheriff 5/7/2tc

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• MAY - 14 - 20, 2009 SHERIFF SALE By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, May 19, 2009 At 9:30 A.M. & Thereafter At the Sussex County Sheriff’s Office, West Complex, 22215 DuPont Boulevard, Georgetown, Delaware, Georgetown Hundred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, the following described real estate to wit: ALL that certain lot, piece or parcel of land situate on the northeast intersection of Lincoln Avenue and North Second Street, in the Town of De1mar, Little Creek Hundred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, adjoining lands now or formerly of Raymond B. Wilkinson, Jr., and lands now or formerly of Frank. D. Bonsall, Jr., and being more particularly described in a survey prepared by Hall & Parker, Registered Land Surveyor, dated July 18, 1990, as follows, to wit: BEGINNING at a point located on the outer edge of a sidewalk at the northeast intersection of Lincoln A venue and North Second Street; thence running along and with the line of lands herein and the easterly side of North Second Street North 12 degrees 13 minutes 23 seconds East for a distance of 60.42 feet to a point; said point lying on the inner edge of a 4.5 foot sidewalk and also marking a corner for the lands herein and lands now or formerly of Raymond B. Wilkinson, Jr.; thence turning and running along and with the line of lands herein and said Wilkinson lands South 84 degrees 30 minutes 00 seconds East for a distance of 131.56 feet to a iron pipe found, said iron pipe lying in the line of lands now or formerly of Frank D. Bonsall, Jr.; thence turning and running along and with the line of lands herein and said Bonsall lands South 05 degrees 30 minutes 00 seconds West for a distance of 60.00 feet to a point, said point lying on the northerly side of Lincoln Avenue; thence turning and running along and with the line of lands herein and the northerly side of Lincoln Avenue North 84 degrees 30 minutes 00 seconds West for a distance of 13 8.63 feet to a point, marking the point and place of beginning, said to contain 8,106 square feet, more or less, together with all improvements thereon. BEING the same land and premises that Lynn Michelle Wright, John Craig Moore and Shannon Renee Moore by deed dated April 20, 2005 and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds in and for Sussex

PAGE 39 County, State of Delaware in Deed Book 3132 Page 135 did grant and convey unto Kristine Littleton, in fee. Tax Parcel: 5-32-20.1465.00 Property Address: 400 N. 2nd Street, Delmar Registration is required for all bidders prior to sale. A $4,000.00 deposit (Cash or Cashiers/certified check payable to Sheriff of Sussex County) and valid driver’s license or photo I.D. are required to register. TERMS: 20 percent of the purchase money will be demanded on day of sale (The $4,000.00 Bidder Registration Fee will be credited to the 20% deposit). Cash, Certified Check or Cashier’s Check, is required. The balance is to be paid on or before June 1, 2009. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on June 5, 2009 and also subject to a 1 1/2 percent Delaware Realty Transfer Tax; 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Also subject to 1 1/2 percent Sussex County Realty Tax, 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Any further Transfer Tax is the responsibility of the Purchaser. The Purchaser will be required to pay the cost of the deed; a $200.00 deposit will be collected at the time of sale and will be refunded if a proper deed is presented to the Sheriff’s Office within Forty-Five days of confirmation. If the Purchaser fails to comply with these terms the percentum paid at the time of sale will be forfeited. Please make checks payable to: Sheriff of Sussex County. Seized and taken in execution the property of KRISTINE LITTLETON and will be sold by Eric D. Swanson, Sheriff 5/7/2tc SHERIFF SALE By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, May 19, 2009 At 9:30 A.M. & Thereafter At the Sussex County Sheriff’s Office, West Complex, 22215 DuPont Boulevard, Georgetown, Delaware, Georgetown Hundred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, the following described real estate to wit: All that certain tract, piece and parcel of land situate, lying and being in Broad Creek Hundred, Sussex County, Delaware and on the South side of, but not adjacent to, Route 20, the road leading from Seaford to Concord, and being a

portion of what was formerly known as the Tubbs Farm and more particularly described as follows: BEGINNING at a concrete marker post, which is a marker for these lands and lands now or formerly of Flossie B. Lane; thence in a Northerly direction 100 feet to a concrete post; thence in an Easterly direction 100 feet to a concrete post; thence in a Southerly direction 100 feet to a concrete post; thence in a Westerly direction 100 feet to the point and place of Beginning, containing 10,000 square feet of land, more or less. BEING the same lands conveyed to Lorenzo J.E. Williams and Gloria E. Williams, husband and wife, by Deed of Flossie B. Lane dated June 2, 1967 of record in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds in and for Sussex County in Deed Book 622, Page 80, et. seq. BEING the same lands conveyed to Robert G. Brown and Violet D. Brown, husband and wife, by Deed of Lorenzo J.E. Williams and Gloria E. Abbot, dated February 9, 1993 of record in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds in and for Sussex County in Deed Book 1897, Page 151. Tax Parcel: 1-32-2.00116.00 Property Address: 25401 Honeysuckle Drive, Seaford Registration is required for all bidders prior to sale. A $4,000.00 deposit (Cash or Cashiers/certified check payable to Sheriff of Sussex County) and valid driver’s license or photo I.D. are required to register. TERMS: 20 percent of the purchase money will be demanded on day of sale (The $4,000.00 Bidder Registration Fee will be credited to the 20% deposit). Cash, Certified Check or Cashier’s Check, is required. The balance is to be paid on or before June 1, 2009. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on June 5, 2009 and also subject to a 1 1/2 percent Delaware Realty Transfer Tax; 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Also subject to 1 1/2 percent Sussex County Realty Tax, 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Any further Transfer Tax is the responsibility of the Purchaser. The Purchaser will be required to pay the cost of the deed; a $200.00 deposit will be collected at the time of sale and will be refunded if a proper deed is presented to the Sheriff’s See LEGALS—page 40

PAGE 40 LEGALS - from Page 39 Office within Forty-Five days of confirmation. If the Purchaser fails to comply with these terms the percentum paid at the time of sale will be forfeited. Please make checks payable to: Sheriff of Sussex County. Seized and taken in execution the property of ROBERT G. & VIOLET D. BROWN and will be sold by Eric D. Swanson, Sheriff 5/7/2tc SHERIFF SALE By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, May 19, 2009 At 9:30 A.M. & Thereafter At the Sussex County Sheriff’s Office, West Complex, 22215 DuPont Boulevard, Georgetown, Delaware, Georgetown Hundred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, the following described real estate to wit: All that certain piece, parcel and tract of land, lying and being situate in Northwest Fork Hundred, Sussex County and State of Delaware, known as Lot No.5 of “Wheatley Farms”, subdivision, being described more particularly as follows, to wit: BEGINNING at an iron pipe (found) on the Westerly right-of-way line of Sussex County Road #562 (50’R/W); said pipe being situate Northerly a distance of 1,901 feet, more or less, from Sussex County Road #31; thence with Lot No.6, North 70 degrees 55 minutes 43 seconds West a distance of 221.48 feet to an iron pipe (found); thence with the line lands of Wheatley Farms, Inc., now or formerly, North 18 degrees 34 minutes 16 seconds East a distance of 150.01 feet to an iron pipe (found); thence with Lot No.4 South 70 degrees 55 minutes 43 seconds East a distance of 222.79 feet to an iron pipe (found); thence with Sussex County Road #562 South 19 degrees 04 minutes 17 seconds West a distance of 150.00 feet home to a point and place of beginning, said to contain 33,320 square feet of land, be the same more or less. BEING the same lands conveyed to James Olson by Deed from Alphonso Jackson, Secretary of Housing and Urban Development, dated August 22, 2006, and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds in and for Sussex County in Deed Book 3351, Page 331. BEING the same lands conveyed to Glen V. Breeding, Jr., by Deed from James Olson, dated January 19, 2007, and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of

MORNING STAR Deeds in and for Sussex County in Deed Book 3411, Page 27. Tax Parcel: 1-31-5.0057.00 Property Address: 16364 Progress School Road, Bridgeville Registration is required for all bidders prior to sale. A $4,000.00 deposit (Cash or Cashiers/certified check payable to Sheriff of Sussex County) and valid driver’s license or photo I.D. are required to register. TERMS: 20 percent of the purchase money will be demanded on day of sale (The $4,000.00 Bidder Registration Fee will be credited to the 20% deposit). Cash, Certified Check or Cashier’s Check, is required. The balance is to be paid on or before June 1, 2009. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on June 5, 2009 and also subject to a 1 1/2 percent Delaware Realty Transfer Tax; 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Also subject to 1 1/2 percent Sussex County Realty Tax, 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Any further Transfer Tax is the responsibility of the Purchaser. The Purchaser will be required to pay the cost of the deed; a $200.00 deposit will be collected at the time of sale and will be refunded if a proper deed is presented to the Sheriff’s Office within Forty-Five days of confirmation. If the Purchaser fails to comply with these terms the percentum paid at the time of sale will be forfeited. Please make checks payable to: Sheriff of Sussex County. Seized and taken in execution the property of GLENN V. BREEDING, JR. and will be sold by Eric D. Swanson, Sheriff 5/7/2tc SHERIFF SALE By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, May 19, 2009 At 9:30 A.M. & Thereafter At the Sussex County Sheriff’s Office, West Complex, 22215 DuPont Boulevard, Georgetown, Delaware, Georgetown Hundred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, the following described real estate to wit: All that certain lot, piece or parcel of land, situate lying and being on the North side of Eight Street, in the Town of Laurel, Little Creek Hundred, Sussex county, Delaware being more particularly described as follows to wit: BEGINNING at an iron

pipe (found) lying on the Northerly right of way line of West Eighth Street (21.75 feet f/f), said iron pipe being 762 feet more or less to centerline of West Street and being a common boundary line for this land and for land snow or formerly of Eric L. Savage; thence by and with Savage lands North 14 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East 209.85 feet to a concrete monument (found); thence turning and running by and with a common boundary line for this land and for lands now or formerly of Gary W. Flood South 77 degrees 51 minutes 08 seconds East 41.40 feet to an iron pipe (set); thence turning and running by and with a common boundary line for this land and for lands now or formerly of Catherine L. Wilkerson South 14 degrees 44 minutes 28 seconds West 209.02 feet to an iron rod (found); thence turning and running by and with the Northerly right-of-way line of West Eighth Street North 79 degrees 13 minutes 24 seconds 38.73 feet home to the place of beginning said to contain 8,379 square feet of land more or less with improvements thereon as shown on a survey prepared by Miller-Lewis, Inc., dated October 5, 2005. BEING the same land conveyed unto Thomas H. Riggin and Dorothy O. Riggin, his wife, by deed of Maggie C. Callaway and William A. Callaway dated June 16, 1947, of record in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds, in and for Sussex County, Delaware, in Deed Book 370, Page 469. The said Thomas H. Riggin departed this life on or about May 28, 1994, and by operation of law his one-half interest in the property conveyed unto his wife, Dorothy O. Riggin. The said Dorothy O. Riggin departed this life on or about March 16, 2005, and by her Will of record in the Office of the Register of Wills in and for Sussex County, Delaware, in Will Book 447, Page 261, did devise and bequeath her property to her children: Thomas K. Riggin, Marilyn E. Johnson, Penny M. Tyndall and Doris Jean Tubbs. BEING the same land conveyed unto Thomas W. Watson and Sharon A. Watson, his wife, by deed of The Estate of Dorothy O. Riggin, by Thomas K. Riggin, Executor, Thomas K. Riggin, Penny M. Tyndall, and Doris Jean Tubbs and Marilyn E. Johnson dated October 14, 2005, of record in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds, in and for Sussex County, Delaware, in Deed Book 3223, Page 64. Tax Parcel: 4-32-8.10200.00 Property Address: 213

• MAY - 14 - 20, 2009 8th Street, Laurel Registration is required for all bidders prior to sale. A $4,000.00 deposit (Cash or Cashiers/certified check payable to Sheriff of Sussex County) and valid driver’s license or photo I.D. are required to register. TERMS: 20 percent of the purchase money will be demanded on day of sale (The $4,000.00 Bidder Registration Fee will be credited to the 20% deposit). Cash, Certified Check or Cashier’s Check, is required. The balance is to be paid on or before June 1, 2009. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on June 5, 2009 and also subject to a 1 1/2 percent Delaware Realty Transfer Tax; 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Also subject to 1 1/2 percent Sussex County Realty Tax, 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Any further Transfer Tax is the responsibility of the Purchaser. The Purchaser will be required to pay the cost of the deed; a $200.00 deposit will be collected at the time of sale and will be refunded if a proper deed is presented to the Sheriff’s Office within Forty-Five days of confirmation. If the Purchaser fails to comply with these terms the percentum paid at the time of sale will be forfeited. Please make checks payable to: Sheriff of Sussex County. Seized and taken in execution the property of THOMAS W. & SHARON A. WATSON and will be sold by Eric D. Swanson, Sheriff 5/7/2tc

Georgetown, Delaware, in Plot Book 40, Page 220, and being more particularly described according to a survey prepared by Thomas A. Temple, Jr., Registered Surveyor dated October 23, 1999, as follows, to wit: BEGINNING at a concrete monument situate on the easterly right of way of Rivers End Drive. said concrete monument being a corner for these lands, the southerly one-half of Lot 18 and being the beginning of a curve bearing to the left, said curve having a delta angle of 04°32’57”, a radius of 627.64’ and an arc distance of 49.83’ to a point; thence, continuing with the aforesaid easterly right of way of Rivers End Drive, N19° 15’14”E, 44.35’ to a point being the beginning of a curve bearing to the left, said curve having a delta angle of 02° 12’48”, a radius of 2851.36’ and an arc distance of 110.15’ to a concrete monument, said concrete monument being a corner for these lands and Lot 20; thence, by and with Lot 20, S71°16’54”E, 196.32’ to a concrete monument, said Concrete monument being a corner for these lands, Lot 20 and a point on line of the “Open Area”; thence, by and with the aforesaid “Open Area”. the following two courses and distances, S15°03’44’W, 147.00’ to a pipe; thence, S27”15’34”W, 80.00’ to an iron rebar, said iron rebar being a point on line of the “Open Area”, a corner for these lands and the southerly half of Lot 18; thence, by and with the southerly half of Lot 18, N64°59’ll’W, 196.75’ to the point and place of beginning, being and containing 43,089 square feet of land, more or less. Being the same lands and premises which B. Scott Bellomy, did grant and convey unto B. Scott Bellomy and Milinda L. Bellomy, by deed dated December 21, 2000 and recorded on December

28, 2000 in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds, in and for Sussex County, State of Delaware, in Deed Book 2553 at Page 9. Tax Parcel: 2-31-12.00184.00 Property Address: 32 Rivers End Drive, Seaford Registration is required for all bidders prior to sale. A $4,000.00 deposit (Cash or Cashiers/certified check payable to Sheriff of Sussex County) and valid driver’s license or photo I.D. are required to register. TERMS: 20 percent of the purchase money will be demanded on day of sale (The $4,000.00 Bidder Registration Fee will be credited to the 20% deposit). Cash, Certified Check or Cashier’s Check, is required. The balance is to be paid on or before June 1, 2009. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on June 5, 2009 and also subject to a 1 1/2 percent Delaware Realty Transfer Tax; 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Also subject to 1 1/2 percent Sussex County Realty Tax, 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Any further Transfer Tax is the responsibility of the Purchaser. The Purchaser will be required to pay the cost of the deed; a $200.00 deposit will be collected at the time of sale and will be refunded if a proper deed is presented to the Sheriff’s Office within Forty-Five days of confirmation. If the Purchaser fails to comply with these terms the percentum paid at the time of sale will be forfeited. Please make checks payable to: Sheriff of Sussex County. Seized and taken in execution the property of B. SCOTT BELLOMY & MILINDA L. BELLOMY and will be sold by Eric D. Swanson, Sheriff 5/7/2tc See LEGALS—page 41

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MORNING STAR LEGALS - from Page 40 SHERIFF SALE By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, May 19, 2009 At 9:30 A.M. & Thereafter At the Sussex County Sheriff’s Office, West Complex, 22215 DuPont Boulevard, Georgetown, Delaware, Georgetown Hundred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, the following described real estate to wit: ALL that certain piece, parcel, tract or lot of land, lying and being situate in the Town of Laurel, Little Creek Hundred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, and being more particularly described to a recent survey performed by Gene R. Littleton & Associates, me., PLS dated May 1997 as follows, to wit: BEGINNING at a PK nail set at the back of the curb on the South side of East Fourth Street at the intersection of Fourth and King Street, said nail being 22.5 feet West of the center line of King Street, thence running along King Street South 27 degrees 03 minutes 45 seconds West 154.86 feet to an iron stub found, a corner for this lot and lands of George W. Collins; thence turning and running by and with the Collins land the following two courses: 1.) North 67 degrees 10 minutes 45 seconds West 49.91 feet to an iron stub found in the curb at Fourth Street; thence turning and running along Fourth Street South 65 degrees 45 minutes 43 seconds East 49.93 feet home to the place of beginning and containing 7,746.7213 square feet, more or less. Being the same lands and premises which Kathryn S. Moore and Paul M. Beach, II did grant and convey unto Michelle R. Casselbury by deed dated December 22, 2005 and recorded on January 6, 2006 in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds, in and for Sussex County, State of Delaware, in Deed Book 3256, Page 180. Tax Parcel: 3-32-1.07322.00 Property Address: 542 East 4th Street, Laurel Registration is required for all bidders prior to sale. A $4,000.00 deposit (Cash or Cashiers/certified check payable to Sheriff of Sussex County) and valid driver’s license or photo I.D. are required to register. TERMS: 20 percent of the purchase money will be demanded on day of sale (The $4,000.00 Bidder Registration Fee will be credited to the 20% deposit). Cash, Certified Check or Cashier’s Check, is required.

The balance is to be paid on or before June 1, 2009. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on June 5, 2009 and also subject to a 1 1/2 percent Delaware Realty Transfer Tax; 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Also subject to 1 1/2 percent Sussex County Realty Tax, 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Any further Transfer Tax is the responsibility of the Purchaser. The Purchaser will be required to pay the cost of the deed; a $200.00 deposit will be collected at the time of sale and will be refunded if a proper deed is presented to the Sheriff’s Office within Forty-Five days of confirmation. If the Purchaser fails to comply with these terms the percentum paid at the time of sale will be forfeited. Please make checks payable to: Sheriff of Sussex County. Seized and taken in execution the property of MICHELLE R. CASSELBURY and will be sold by Eric D. Swanson, Sheriff 5/7/2tc SHERIFF SALE By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, May 19, 2009 At 9:30 A.M. & Thereafter At the Sussex County Sheriff’s Office, West Complex, 22215 DuPont Boulevard, Georgetown, Delaware, Georgetown Hundred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, the following described real estate to wit: ALL that certain lot, piece or parcel of land situate, lying and being in Little Creek Hundred, Sussex County, Delaware, being more particularly described as follows, to wit: COMMENCING at a pipe met in the north side of Delaware Road No. 24, said beginning point being easterly 217.5 feet from the intersection of Boyce Avenue with the aforesaid Delaware Road No. 24, thence with the north side of said Delaware Road No. 24 South 71 degrees East a distance of 100 feet to a pipe; thence North 19 degrees East a distance of 135 feet to a pipe; thence North 71 degrees West a distance of 100 feet to an iron stake; thence South 19 degrees West a distance of 135 feet to the place of beginning, together with the improvements thereon, containing 13,500 square feet of land be the same more or less, and being known and designated as Lots 10 and 11

and shown upon the plot of lots of Sussex County Development Co. as the same appears of record in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds, at Georgetown, Delaware, in Deed Book 310, Page 588. Being the same lands and premises which William R. Marshall and Julia Marshall, did grant and convey unto Elmer A. Fuentes, by deed dated December 28, 2004 and recorded on January 5, 2005 in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds, in and for Sussex County, State of Delaware, in Deed Book 3084 at Page 6. Tax Parcel: 3-32-2.0040.00 Property Address: 11333 Laurel Road, Laurel Registration is required for all bidders prior to sale. A $4,000.00 deposit (Cash or Cashiers/certified check payable to Sheriff of Sussex County) and valid driver’s license or photo I.D. are required to register. TERMS: 20 percent of the purchase money will be demanded on day of sale (The $4,000.00 Bidder Registration Fee will be credited to the 20% deposit). Cash, Certified Check or Cashier’s Check, is required. The balance is to be paid on or before June 1, 2009. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on June 5, 2009 and also subject to a 1 1/2 percent Delaware Realty Transfer Tax; 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Also subject to 1 1/2 percent Sussex County Realty Tax, 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Any further Transfer Tax is the responsibility of the Purchaser. The Purchaser will be required to pay the cost of the deed; a $200.00 deposit will be collected at the time of sale and will be refunded if a proper deed is presented to the Sheriff’s Office within Forty-Five days of confirmation. If the Purchaser fails to comply with these terms the percentum paid at the time of sale will be forfeited. Please make checks payable to: Sheriff of Sussex County. Seized and taken in execution the property of ELMER A. FUENTES and will be sold by Eric D. Swanson, Sheriff 5/7/2tc SHERIFF SALE By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, May 19, 2009 At 9:30 A.M. & Thereafter At the Sussex County Sheriff’s Office, West Com-

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plex, 22215 DuPont Boulevard, Georgetown, Delaware, Georgetown Hundred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, the following described real estate to wit: ALL that certain lot or parcel of land situate, lying and being in Seaford Hundred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, being known and designated as Lot No. 52 of Green Acres, facing on Garden Lane, which street leads off the West side of U.S. 13, about 1 1/2 miles North of the City of Seaford as shown on a plot known as GREEN ACRES, prepared by John B. Carson, Registered Surveyor, dated April 1947, and now of record in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds, in and for Sussex County, Delaware in Deed Book 310, Page 540, and being more particularly described as follows, to wit: BEGINNING at a found iron pin lying on the Northerly right of way line of Garden Lane, said iron pin being a common boundary line for this lot and Lot 53: thence by and with aforesaid Lot 53, North 22 degrees 19 minutes 47 seconds East 150.00 feet to an iron pin found; thence turning and running by and with a common boundary line for this lot and lands now or formerly of Ray S. Mears and Sons, Inc., South 67 degrees 43 minutes 26 seconds East 49.93 feet to a

pipe found; thence turning and running by and with a common boundary line for this lot and Lot 51, South 22 degrees 18 minutes 50 seconds West 150.05 feet to a pipe found; thence turning and running by and with the Northerly right of way of Garden Lane, North 67 degrees 40 minutes 00 seconds West 50.00 feet home to the place of beginning. Said to contain 7.496 square feet of land, more or less with improvements thereon, as shown on a survey prepared by TempleSellers. Inc., dated February 4, 2000. BEING the same lands and premises which Dexter M. Cannon, by Deed dated November 13, 2006 and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds, in and for Sussex County and State of Delaware, in Deed Book 3382, Page 342, did grant and convey unto James D. McCreary and Katie A. McCreary, his wife. Tax Parcel: 3-31-3.00226.00 Property Address: 8559 Garden Lane, Seaford Registration is required for all bidders prior to sale. A $4,000.00 deposit (Cash or Cashiers/certified check payable to Sheriff of Sussex County) and valid driver’s license or photo I.D. are required to register. TERMS: 20 percent of the purchase money will be

demanded on day of sale (The $4,000.00 Bidder Registration Fee will be credited to the 20% deposit). Cash, Certified Check or Cashier’s Check, is required. The balance is to be paid on or before June 1, 2009. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on June 5, 2009 and also subject to a 1 1/2 percent Delaware Realty Transfer Tax; 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Also subject to 1 1/2 percent Sussex County Realty Tax, 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Any further Transfer Tax is the responsibility of the Purchaser. The Purchaser will be required to pay the cost of the deed; a $200.00 deposit will be collected at the time of sale and will be refunded if a proper deed is presented to the Sheriff’s Office within Forty-Five days of confirmation. If the Purchaser fails to comply with these terms the percentum paid at the time of sale will be forfeited. Please make checks payable to: Sheriff of Sussex County. Seized and taken in execution the property of JAMES D. & KATIE A. McCREARY and will be sold by Eric D. Swanson, Sheriff 5/7/2tc

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The fascists got it wrong; every day is Mother’s Day

The bread is slow in rising this morning. On this rainy, cool day, ynn arks there’s no warmth in the air to spur on the dough’s yeast and in We have taken a the middle of May, I refuse to turn the heat on. simple and heartSo the bread dough huddles in felt sentiment and its bowl, resisting as long as it can the yeast’s compulsion to expand. squeezed it into one A few feet away, dressed in the pressure-packed day. same layers of clothes I wore in January, I am huddled over the computer keyboard, grateful for every day is Mother’s Day; a foreshadowthe slight warmth of its engine. Maybe, I ing, perhaps, of what her granddaughter tell myself, I’ll fix a cup of tea. The high would come to believe about days worth today is predicted to be 65 degrees, well celebrating. below the 74 degrees that the U.S. GeoAnd it has always seemed to me that logical Survey says is the average high the holiday’s demands to buy cards, flowtemperature in Sussex County in May. ers and other gifts and to arrange breakAnd it’s drizzling outside, only adding fast in bed or dinner in a nice restaurant to the chill inside. I’m not complaining, diminish the simple, everyday joy of bethough. ing a daughter or a mother. We have takOur yard is a healthy green, someen a simple and heartfelt sentiment and thing we haven’t seen much of in the last squeezed it into one pressure-packed day. couple of years, which were unusually My son did call me on Mother’s Day, and dry. And, as my daughter reminded me offered the traditional wish for a happy recently, all days, even the cool, rainy one. I hadn’t expected to hear from him ones, are worth celebrating. — we had just seen him the day before She had been to the farmer’s market, and he had wished me a happy day then. where the spring’s first asparagus was My husband, always busy, completely just in, and to a plant sale, at which she forgot that it was Mother’s Day. Even had bought an assortment of herb plants. when he was reminded, he neglected the “Every day,” she said, flush with the fact that there is a mother to whom he is headiness that early spring brings, “is a close and to whom he might want to wish special day.” a happy day. My daughter hadn’t called to wish me “Is there something you want to say to a happy Mother’s Day, even though it me?” I finally asked him near the end of was on Mother’s Day that we were talkthe day. ing. “Oh, happy Mother’s Day,” he replied, And I hadn’t expected her to — sevas though he had just been waiting for my eral years ago, early on in her college request. career, she sent me a Mother’s Day card He got no points for that. in which she told me that it would be Finally overcoming its inertia, the bread my last one from her. Mother’s Day is dough that this morning was sitting on a fascist holiday, the handmade card the kitchen counter has risen, and risen explained, invented, despite what Anna again. It is in the oven and the scents Jarvis fans would have you believe, by of flour, yeast and molasses are drifting totalitarian governments to encourage through the house. women to have babies that would grow Maybe this afternoon, when the bread up to serve the government and its miliis barely cool, I will cut myself a slice, tary. spread it with butter and enjoy it. Curled After that year, her card said, my up on the couch, even, with a blanket. daughter wasn’t going to participate. I didn’t mind. My mother, to whom, by the Every day is a special day, after all. In fact, every day is Mother’s Day, way, I took on Sunday a bouquet of flowand I am a mother. I think I’ll make it a ers cut from the yard, has often said that double.

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Blades Fire Company celebrates 75th anniversary By Lynn R. Parks Members of the Blades Volunteer Fire Company have planned a parade and open house for Saturday, May 16, to celebrate the 75th anniversary of the company. The parade is set to kick off at 1 p.m. and the open house will follow in the fire hall. “It will go all afternoon and evening, until everybody has left,” said celebration chairman David Ruff, a 35-year member of the company. Ruff said that planning for Saturday’s celebration started more than a year ago. Fire companies from throughout Delaware and the Eastern Shore of Maryland have been invited to participate in the parade. Members of the Greenbackville (Va.) Fire Department will be there, driving the 1982 rescue truck that the department bought from the Blades company in 2002. Ruff anticipates that the parade will last about two hours. The open house, which will take place in the fire hall, will open as soon as the parade ends and will feature a display of photographs from the department’s archives as well as a slide presentation on the company’s fire prevention program. “You know how kids love to see their own pictures,” Ruff said. The open house will also feature a slide show tribute to deceased members of the fire company. The Delaware Forestry Service will have a display, as will the State Fire Marshal’s office. The company will sell raffle tickets for a 2009 Harley-Davidson motorcycle that will be given away at the end of the evening. Tickets are $20 and will be available that day. Also raffled off will be three Longaberger baskets, each with a rendering of the new 75th anniversary patch the company had designed. Chances cost $2. The company ordered five baskets; of the two remaining, one will be kept by the company and the other will be donated to the Seaford Museum. The company will also have for sale baskets by American Traditions, for $45 each. Additional souvenirs will be for sale, including children’s fire helmet banks. A proud history The fire company was started in 1934, after the Blades home of Wilbur Ewell was destroyed by fire. “A group of men met and decided…that they needed to do something to protect the lives and property of their fellow neighbors,” according to a history of the company. Members of the newly-formed fire company met in a garage on West High Street. There were 20 charter members and the first president was John E. Hastings. The company’s first fire engine was an old six-wheel truck that was donated to the company and that members fitted with a 300-gallon water tank. The company also bought a Reo fire engine from the United States Fire Apparatus Company of Wilmington for $40. About a year after its founding, the fire company moved into a new hall on Second Street (now home to the Haitian Church of God). To help pay for the new building, fire company members voted to hold a carnival at the corner of Market Street and River Road. Not everyone in town agreed with the decision, however, especially when some of the carnival acts proved to be rather risqué. “Some ladies in town complained and

The Blades Fire Company began in 1934 after the home of Wilbur Ewell in Blades was destroyed by fire. The Fire Company is celebrating its 75th anniversary with a celebration on Saturday, May 16.

the police chief went out and arrested the fire chief,” Ruff said. “He took him back to the police station and held him there for about an hour, then let him go. Justice was served, and everyone was happy.” In 1956, the company members decided to start offering ambulance service. The first ambulance was purchased in October of that year for $250. In 1960, the company had a telephone installed in Joseph’s Serving Station, so that owners Russell and Etta Joseph could receive fire calls and sound the alarm. The first volunteer to respond to the siren would get the address of the fire from the Josephs. Up until this time, Alfred James, an invalid who lived next door to the fire house, had received the calls and summoned the

volunteers. In 1974, the company bought 3.5 acres of land on Fifth Street for the construction of a new fire hall. Purchase price was $8,500. The new hall was completed in September of the following year and the old fire house was sold in 1976. The company still operates out of that 1975 hall. Trophies on display Just inside the front doors of the fire hall is the company’s trophy room, home to dozens of trophies from firemen’s parades, softball tournaments and musters. Next to the trophy room, a display case holds old fire helmets, out-of-date communications equipment and memorabilia from the company’s 50th-anniversary celebration.

Photos hanging near the display case show old fire trucks, past company officers and former members of the company’s auxiliary. Other photos show fires that were fought by Blades volunteers: in Seaford, at the former DuPont nylon plant and at All About Crafts on High Street; in Preston, Md., at Preston Trucking and at Preston Ford; and at the Gethsemane United Methodist Church in Reliance. Today, the Blades Volunteer Fire Company has 80 members, 67 of them active. It also has one full-time paid emergency medical technician (EMT) and six parttime paid EMTs. Volunteers answer about 300 fire and accident calls a year. The ambulance service is called out about 1,200 times a year.

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FIRST PLACE- Seaford boys’ tennis coach Phil Burtelle poses with some of the Seaford High School boys’ tennis team after the Henlopen Conference Tournament where the boys finished in a first place tie with Dover. Shown are: Kirk Neal, Spencer Noel, Brian Wright, Timmy Halter, Daniel DeMott, Phillip DeMott, Steve Neithardt, Arlie Wooters, Coach Burtelle, and Ethan Lee. Photo by Lynn Schofer

Seaford boys’, girls’ tennis teams compete in conference tournament By Lynn Schofer

The Seaford High School boys’ and girls’ tennis teams played in the Henlopen Conference Tournament on Saturday in Bethany Beach. The Seaford boys tied with Dover for first place and the girls finished second to Caesar Rodney. Seaford boys’ coach Phil Burtelle spent the day running between the courts checking on his players and offering encouragement. “I am so nervous for the kids, but this is great fun. We have outstanding players who I knew could win

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The Blue Jays’ Daniel DeMott jumps for the lob return as doubles teammate Steve Neithardt watches in Saturday’s Henlopen South Tennis Tournament. The DeMott/ Neithardt team finished third in the tournament. Photo by Lynn Schofer

their matches and the tournament.,” said Burtelle. Coach Burtelle was also awarded Henlopen Conference Boys Tennis Coach of The Year. For the boys, Spencer Noel won the first match by upsetting Dover’s Josh Hedrick who was favorite as conference leader. He later took on Indian River’s Zach Kmetz. Throughout the match Noel was in control of the court with his ground stroke and half volley’s that were just out of reach for Kmetz. Noel also drove Continued on page 48

ON THE RUN- Seaford’s Vincent Glover, left, competes in the 200 meter dash during the conference meet at Lake Forest last Saturday. Glover finished first in the 100 and was third in the 200. Photo by Mike McClure S E A F O R D SIGNING-

SAFE AT FIRST- Sussex Tech’s Shane Marvel dives back to first as Seaford first baseman Aaron Robinson looks for the throw during last week’s game. Marvel had three hits and Robinson knocked in three runs. See story on page 48. Photo by Mike McClure

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Seaford Stars of the Week

Female Co-Athlete of the Week- Female Co-Athlete of the WeekKelsey Johnson- Woodbridge Leslie DeRoche- Woodbridge Woodbridge’s Kelsey Johnson netted The Raiders’ Leslie DeRoche scored a goal in each half of last Monday’s 4-1 a pair of second half goals to help the win over Delmarva Christian in girls’ soc- Woodbridge girls’ soccer team to a win cer action. over Delmarva Christian last week.

Male Co-Athlete of the WeekEthan Lee- Seaford High

Seaford’s Ethan Lee overcame physical pain to win the Henlopen Conference title in third singles last weekend at Bethany Beach.

Male Co-Athlete of the WeekVincent Glover- Seaford High The Blue Jays’ Vincent Glover turned on the afterburners to place first in the 100 meter dash at the Henlopen Conference track and field meet. Glover also placed third in the 200 meter dash.

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Seaford catcher Courtney Rementer makes a grab in foul territory during her team’s game at Sussex Tech last Friday. The Blue Jays came out strong early on, but the Ravens pulled away to win in six innings. Photo by Mike McClure

Lady Ravens overcome early threat by Blue Jays for 14-4 win By Mike McClure

The Seaford varsity softball came out pumped up for last Friday’s road game against Sussex Tech. The Blue Jays scored two runs in the first two innings, but the Ravens went on to score 14 runs in the six inning win. Kate Wesselhoff doubled, moved to third on a groundout by pitcher Katie Hitch, scored on a wild pitch to give Seaford a 1-0 lead in the top of the first. Sussex Tech answered with four runs in the bottom of the inning as Kelsey Doherty and Kim Smith each walked and Brooke Tull helped her own cause with a home run. First baseman Jenna Allen followed with a double and scored on a groundout by Logan Pavlik. The Blue Jays threatened again in

Seaford’s Phillip DeMott returns a volley as first doubles teammate Arlie Wooters protects the baseline of the court in Saturday’s Henlopen South Tennis Tournament played at Sea Colony. The duo placed third in the conference. Photo by Lynn Schofer

Seaford tennis continued several hard shots down the line that Kmetz could not return. In the thirds singles match, Ethan Lee fought illness the first round of play on Friday to make it into Saturday’s match. Coach Burtelle said, “Ethan Lee played through sickness and we really didn’t know if he would be able to continue.” Burtelle said Lee is a true competitor and he showed it on Saturday when he stayed on the court fighting legs cramps and became conference champion. Tim Lee, Ethan’s father and soccer coach, said, “You just don’t know where the mental game takes over for the physical part.” Lee ignored his physical discomfort and used the sidelines for return drives forcing his opponent off balance. Lee also was strong on serves and return lobs.

Seaford baseball overcomes late game rally for 6-5 win over Sussex Tech By Mike McClure Sussex Tech’s Kelsey Doherty, shown awaiting a pitch during Friday’s home win over Seaford, collected three hits to help lead the Ravens. Photo by Mike McClure

Sussex Tech senior Brooke Tull makes contact with the ball for a three-run home run to lead the Ravens to a 14-4 win over Seaford. Tull also doubled and earned the win on the mound. Photo by Mike McClure

For the girls, Kelly Kimpton was strong all day against two strong opponents. Kimpton used the baseline for drives that were returned long and out of bounds. The match remained close but Kimpton remained under control and fought off the unexpected heat to win the conference championship in first singles. Results- Boys- First singles- Tim Halter, fourth place; second singles- Spencer Noel- Henlopen Conference champ; third singles- Ethan Lee- Henlopen Conference champ; first doubles- Phillip Demott and Arlie Wooters- third place; second doubles- Daniel Demott and Steve Neithardtthird place Girls- First singles- Kelly KimptonHenlopen Conference champion; second singles- Whitley Maddox- second place; third singles- Kim Graves- second place; first doubles - Emily Nielson and Emily Hubbard- third place

the second inning when Brittany Walters walked and moved up on a single by Megan Milligan and a walk to Katie Hickey before beating the throw home on a fielder’s choice (4-2). Tull recorded a strikeout to strand the runners and end the threat. Sussex Tech went on to outscore Seaford, 10-2, in the final four innings, scoring a run in the bottom of the sixth to win by the 10 run rule. Tull, Pavlik, and Lauren Smith each drove in three runs and Doherty and Cassidy Taylor had three hits a piece. Seaford’s Haley Quillen and Wesselhoff each doubled and Tull, Allen, and Smith each doubled for the Ravens.

The Seaford varsity baseball team jumped out to a 6-0 lead through the first three innings of last Friday’s game at Sussex Tech, then held on for the 6-5 win despite a grand slam by the Ravens’ Chad Sturgeon in the bottom of the fifth. Seaford pitcher Joe Mitchell drove in Zach Reynolds (first on error) with a two-run home run in the top of the first. Seth Hastings led off with a triple in the bottom of the inning, but was stranded on third. Seaford added five more runs in the third inning, starting with a double by Mitchell. Scott Donovan walked, Jordan Stanley singled in courtesy runner Eddie Hicks , C.J. Martinez walked, and Aaron Robinson delivered a three-run double to give the Blue Jays the 6-0 advantage. Sussex Tech put a run on the board in the bottom of the fourth on singles by Steve Sharff and pitcher Zach Adkins and a double by Shane Marvel.

The Ravens continued their comeback in the fifth inning as Justin Allen hit a leadoff double, Seth Hastings walked, James Smith singled to load the bases, and Sturgeon delivered a grand slam to make it a one run game (6-5). Marvel reached on an infield single, but Mitchell got a pair of fly outs to end the inning. Adkins worked a 1-2-3 sixth inning, then the Ravens made some noise in the bottom of the inning. Sam Grahovac hit a leadoff double and moved to third on a ground out by Allen, but Sussex Tech could not drive him in. Seaford was sent down in order again in the top of the seventh, thanks in part to a nice play in the hole by Sussex Tech shortstop Seth Hastings on a hard hit ball by Mitchell. Sussex Tech had one more shot in the bottom of the seventh, and once again the Ravens put runners on base. Sharff hit a leadoff single before Sturgeon took first Continued on page 49

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

Seaford’s Joe Mitchell makes contact with a pitch during his team’s road win over Sussex Tech last week. Mitchell went 2-4 with a two-run home run and earned the win on the mound for the Blue Jays. Photo by Mike McClure

Tech-Seaford continued on a fielder’s choice. With two away, Marvel singled up the middle before a game ending pop up sealed Seaford’s win. “It feels really big beating a conference rival especially a team as good as Sussex Tech,” said Mitchell. “It was a really good defensive effort, that’s what the guys have been doing behind me all season.” Seaford moved to 8-7 with the win. Head coach Artie Uhlich was glad to get a win in a close contest after a number of one run losses throughout the year. “We’re just taking one game at a time. If we keep winning then we have a chance (to make states),” Uhlich said. Mitchell went 2-4 with a run and two RBIs to help his own cause, Stanley was 2-3 with a run and an RBI, Robinson bat-

ted 1-3 with three RBIs, and Scott Donovan and Spencer Coulbourn each added a hit for Seaford. Hicks, Reynolds, and Martinez each added a run. For Sussex Tech, Shane Marvel went 3-4, Sharff was 2-4 with a run, Hastings batted 2-3 with a run, and Allen and Smith each contributed a hit and a run. Grahovac doubled, Sturgeon drove in four runs, and Adkins added a hit but picked up the loss on the mound. Seaford fell to St. Mark’s, 10-3, in a non-conference game on Saturday. Seaford scored all three runs in the fifth inning to cut the deficit to 6-3 before St. Mark’s put four more runs on the board. Reynolds and Mitchell each went 1-3 with an RBI, Stanley was 1-3 with a run, and Danny Rayne and Jared Banning each scored a run in the loss.

Here comes the rain again- Never in my life as a sports reporter have I seen so much rain. It used to be a question whether we would have a rainout on a given week, this spring it’s a question of whether the local sports teams will get a game in. As a result of the deluge of rain, teams shooting for a berth in the state tournaments are scrambling to get in as many games in as they can. And since there are so many teams “on the bubble”, schools will be attempting to finish the last third of the season in the final week or so. “We’ve never, ever experienced what we’re experiencing right now,” said Laurel athletic director and baseball coach Jerry Mears. In the final two weeks of the season, Mears had far more games to play than he does practice days. The Bulldogs entered the week with games slated for every weekday but Thursday as well as two or more games next week. DIAA extended the deadline to complete games for most sports and reduced the amount of games playoff teams are required to play. But it’s kind of a Catch 22 situation because the teams that get games in, and win, have a better shot at making the tournaments. “You just do what you can do. We were in good shape until this week (last week),” Sussex Tech athletic director Joe Thomson said of his sports teams schedules. At the time Thomson was overseeing home softball, soccer, baseball, and girls’ lacrosse games at the school’s facilities last Friday. Seaford athletic director Artie Uhlich, like Mears, Woodbridge AD Derek Lofland, and Delmar AD David Hearn, is also the school’s varsity baseball coach. The large group of games to be played in one week creates a special problem for baseball coaches, who have to deal with pitch counts for their pitchers.

“We’re trying to work out the innings so we can utilize the vest we can. Right now is the big juggling game when you have so many games and so many pitchers,” said Uhlich. “We just want to get all the games in.” Another honor- Sussex Tech senior wrestler Alex Thomas of Seaford received another honor recently when he was selected as the state’s winner of the Dave Schultz High School Excellence Award which is presented by the National Wrestling Hall of Fame and Museum. As a receipient of this award, Thomas will participate in a leadership camp in Colorado Springs, Colo., June 15-18 at the United States Olympic training center. The hall of fame was founded in 1976 in Stillwater, Okla. The award is named after Olympic and World Champion wrestler Dave Schultz. Strikeout leader- Delaware State University pitcher Brittney Ruark, a junior from Seaford, was named first team all-conference last week. Ruark also surpassed Janice Savage for the most career strikeouts in the Hornets’ history. During the regular season, Ruark went 15-10 with a 2.25 ERA in 146 innings. The Delmar High graduate also tallied 13 complete games, four shutouts and 119 strikeouts. Ruark picked up her 16th win of the season with a shutout win over Norfolk State in the first game of the double elimination MEAC tournament last Thursday. Brittney also had five strikeouts, giving her a team best 326 career strikeouts. Quick hits- Little League coaches and parents, if you want to see your players’ names in the paper you have to send game results. Send info to the Star at 302-629-9243 (f) or sports@mspublications.com or call 302-262-9134 and leave a message. Please include the score and first and last names for players on both teams you want to highlight.

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Raven Roundup- Varsity golf team tops CR for 11th win

By Mike McClure The Sussex Tech varsity golf team advanced to 11-1 with a 156-157 win over Caesar Rodney (10-2) last Thursday. Sussex Tech’s Trey Smith was the co-medalist with a 37, Herb Quick and Richard Atkins each shot a 39, and Dustin Miller had a 41. Lady Ravens win one of two- The Sussex Tech girls’ soccer team fell to Sanford, 5-0, in a non-conference contest last Friday. Goalie Maggie Lee recorded 12 saves in the loss. The Ravens topped Polytech in overtime, 5-3, earlier in the week. Leeanne Rowe netted a pair of second half goals and Abby Atkins added one goal in regulation. Atkins had two more goals in overtime to lead Sussex Tech to the win. Lee had nine saves in goal for the Ravens. Boys’ lacrosse team earns win- The Sussex Tech varsity boys’ lacrosse team defeated St. Elizabeth’s, 17-2, in a home contest last Saturday. David Fluharty led the way with five goals, Quin Stewart had four goals, and John Powell and Jacob Bernier added two goals apiece. Ben Bateman also contributed one goal and three assists and Orlando Theiss and Joe Wallace each netted a goal. Girls’ lacrosse picks up non-conference win- The Ravens’ girls’ lacrosse team earned an 18-12 win over Red Lion last Wednesday. Maxine Fluharty tallied eight goals and Sara Adams had five goals to help lead Sussex Tech to the win. Correction: Sussex Tech goalie Maggie Lee was misidentified in last week’s Ravens’ Roundup.

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The Ravens’ Emily Ritter leads the pack during the opening lap of the 3,200 meter run. Ritter placed third in the 1,600, 3,200, and triple jump at the Henlopen Conference meet. Photo by Mike McClure

Local athletes compete in Henlopen Conference track meet

The Seaford, Laurel, Sussex Tech, and Woodbridge boys’ and girls’ track and field teams competed in the Henlopen Conference meet last Friday and Saturday at Lake Forest High School. The following are those schools’ results: Boys- 100- 1. Vincent Glover, Seaford, 11.25; 200- 3. Glover, Seaford, 23.32; 800- 1. Andrew Townsend, Sussex Tech, 1:58,53, 8. Aaron Betts, Sussex Tech, 2:09.82, 10. Lee Butler, Laurel, 2:13.89; 1,600- 7. Tim Fields, Seaford, 5:00.9, 10. Ryan Boyce, Laurel, 5:14; 300 meter hurdles- 8. Lee Mayer, Seaford, 43.71; 4X400- 4. Seaford, 3:35.30; 4X800- 4. Sussex Tech (Betts, Jamie Price, Wyatt Spellman, Townsend), 8:31.5; ; high jump- 1. Mayer, Seaford, 6’ 2”, 7. Tyler Belle, Sussex Tech, 5’ 8”; 10. Deshawn Sheppard, Sussex Tech, 5’ 6”; pole vault- 3. Zach Hearn, Seaford, 11’ 6”, 8. Dylan Pepper, Sussex Tech, 9’ 6”; long jump- 2. Emir Laroya, Sussex Tech, 21’ 4 1/2”, 3. Keyshawn Purnell, Seaford, 20’ 5”, 4. David Albert, Laurel, 20’ 3 3/4”; 5. Desmond Sivels, Sussex Tech, 20’ 3”; triple jump- 3. Albert, Laurel, 42’ 7”5. Laroya, Sussex Tech, 41’ 9”, 6. Purnell, Seaford, 41’ 8 1/4”; shotput- 3. R.C. Jefferson, Woodbridge, 46’ 5”, 4. Earl Batten, Sussex Tech, 45’ 7 1/2”, 7. George Blanchard, Seaford, Woodbridge’s Dajaun Short placed sixth in the 110 meter 42’ 7 1/2”, 8. Jorge Young, Woodbridge, 40’ 6”; discus- 2. Justin Rife, Laurel, 131’ 3”, Clayton Les- hurdles at the Henlopen Conferter, Seaford, 119’ 4”; 110 hurdles- 6. Dajaun Short, ence track and field meet which took place last weekend at Lake Woodbridge, 15.94 Forest High School. Photo by Girls- 100- 2. Taija Maddox, Woodbridge, Mike McClure 12.94, 4. Cassy Galon, Sussex Tech, 13.19, 8. Kera Sampson, Woodbridge, 13.67; 200- 5. Maddox, Woodbridge, 30.71; 400- 5. Whitney Handy, Sussex Tech, 1:05.52, 9. Twila McCrea, Laurel, 1:08.37; 800- 3. Izzy Wharton, Sussex Tech, 2:29.39, 4. Paige Venables, Seaford, 2:31.75, 10- Sherloune Charelon, Laurel, 2:39.76; 1,600- 3. Emily Ritter, Sussex Tech, 5:48.4, 10. Megan Jones, Seaford, 6:41.6; 3,200- 3. Ritter, Sussex Tech, 13:27.63, 9. Elizabeth Perciful, Seaford, 17:19.96; 300 hurdles- 7. Tiarrah Hinton, Woodbridge, 54.03; 4X100- 4. Woodbridge (Hinton, Sampson, Maddox, Lacey Haasen), 53.00; 4X200- 4. Woodbridge (Amber DeCarlo, Tanisha DeShields, Ariah Holmes, Sampson), 1:54.08; 4X400- 5. Laurel (Jhara Ross, Kittie Stancell, Sierra Butler, McCrea), 4:38.66; 4X800- 2. Sussex Tech (Ritter, Wharton, Handy, Shanay Snead), 10:28.99; high jump- 10t. Inisha Smack, Seaford, 4’ 2”, Venables, Seaford, 4’ 2”; pole vault- 10. Smack, Seaford, 6’ 6”; triple jump- 3. Ritter, Sussex Tech, 33’ 3 3/4”; shotput- 1. Paige Morris, Sussex Tech, 36’ 5 1/2”, 8. Ashley Zarrello, Laurel, 28’ 5 1/2”; discus- 1. Morris, Sussex Tech, 116’ 11”; 110 hurdles- 6.

Delmarva Christian baseball defeats Wilmington Christian, 13-3- The Delmarva Christian baseball team defeated Wilmington Christian, 13-3, as Casey Zitvogel threw a three-hitter and struck out eight for the win. Tyler Troyer and Mike LaPointe each had three hits and Adam Troyer added two hits including a triple in one of the Royals’ three games last week. LaPointe had Delmarva Christian’s only hit in a 10-0 loss to Delaware Military. The Royals also fell to Archmere, 10-6. Zitvogel and Travis Tirrell each doubled and LaPointe drove in a pair. Delmarva Christian girls’ soccer team falls to Wilmington Christian- The Delmarva Christian girls’ soccer team lost to Wilmington Christian, 7-0, last Thursday. Tempest Hall recorded 22 saves in goal for the Royals. Delmarva Christian’s Yeiri Contreras netted her team’s lone goal in a 6-1 loss to Sussex Central last Saturday. Kayla McCarthy and Tempest Hall combined to make 24 saves for the Royals. Delmarva Christian boys’ lacrosse team earns 11-5 win- The Delmarva Christian boys’ lacrosse team picked up an 11-5 win over Wilmington Christian last Saturday. Mark Engle netted seven goals, Jeffrey Mohr had three goals, and Tom Catalfamo added one goal for the Royals, who held a 27-20 edge in shots. James Mohr recorded 17 saves in goal for Delmarva Christian.

Sussex Tech’s James Smith had a hit and a run in his team’s 6-5 loss to Seaford last Friday. Photo by Mike McClure

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Star Monday/Tuesday varsity sports scoreboard

CHECK PRESENTATION- Woodbridge girls’ soccer coach Scott Bleile and captains Samantha Richey, Kelsey Johnson, and Kelli Warner present Woodbridge School District employee Jamie Sizemore with a check for the American Cancer Society. Sizemore is a four year Breast Cancer survivor. Photo by Mike McClure

OUT AT FIRST- Laurel first baseman Mariah Dickerson tags Nikki Walls out during Tuesday’s game in Bridgeville. The Bulldogs won the contest, 8-2. No additional information was provided from this game. Photo by Mike McClure

SEAFORD SENIORS- The Seaford High School softball seniors were honored at the last home game of the softball team. Pictured are Becky Skipper and mother Debbie Skipper; Shannon Wright and mother Anita Hadley; and Meagan Milligan and mother Deana Milligan. Photo by Lynn Schofer

Girls’ soccer- Delmar 8, Milford 1- Corie Elliott netted five goals and had an assist, Chloe Hurley scored a pair of goals, and Sam Johnson added a goal and an assist for the Wildcats. Lauren Bozman also dished out an assist and Ashley Matos recorded seven saves for Delmar, which outshot Milford, 28-8. Seaford 3, Delmarva Christian 0 (Monday)- Macey Cordrey netted two goals and Monserrat Celayos had one for the Blue Jays. Kayla McCarthy and Tempest Hall combined to make 27 saves for the Royals, while Maryann Hicks had 18 stops for the Blue Jays. Woodbridge 2, Sussex Central 0 (Monday)- Natalie Bailey and Kelli Warner each scored a goal and Megan Sirkis made five saves for the Raiders. Baseball- Milford 7, Seaford 3- The Buccaneers’ first five hitters in the lineup had nine of their 11 hits while Seapitcher C.J. Pleasants is ford scored all there of its runs scored in Woodbridge congratulated after his win on the mound the third inning. Zach Reynolds, Spen- in the Raiders’ 7-2 home victory against cer Coulbourn, and CJ Martinez each Laurel on Tuesday. See next week’s Star for more photos from Tuesday’s games. had base hits. Photo by Mike McClure Woodbridge 7, Laurel 2- Woodbridge pitcher C.J. Pleasants allowed two runs on six hits for the win and added a two-run double. T.J. Jefferson also had a pair of doubles and three runs and Doug Coppock collected two hits including a double. Billy Yossick doubled and Brooks Hearne added two hits for the Bulldogs. Delmar 11, Smyrna 1- Mark Timmons moved to 2-0, tossing a two-hitter while going 2-3 with a double and a home run for Delmar. Jeff Fleetwood went 3-3 with a home run, Doug Causey was 2-3, and Geoffrey Wells doubled. Smyrna 5, Delmarva Christian 4 (Monday)- Casey Zitvogel picked up the loss despite striking out seven and allowing six hits in six innings. Hunter Elliott and Travis Tirrell added a hit and RBI each for the Royals. Sussex Tech 17, Woodbridge 8- Sussex Tech’s Steve Sharff and Sam Grahovac each doubled and homered to help lead the Ravens to the road win. Justin Allen added three hits and two RBIs, Seth Hastings had three hits including a double, and James Smith and Eric Sharff each doubled. Trevor Wescott contributed two hits including a double and drove in four runs for the Raiders. Golf- Sussex Tech 165, Red Lion 207; Sussex Tech 165, Delmar 222- Sussex Tech’s Richard Atkins and Clay Bunting were co-medalists with a score of 40 while Seth Benson led Delmar with a 51. Cape Henlopen 167- Woodbridge 240- Gil Villalobos shot a 57 for the Raiders. Lake Forest 178, Seaford 178 - Lake Forest won by tiebreaker as Seaford’s Matt Lank was a co-medalist with a 42, Tyler Hughes added a 44 for Seaford. Boys’ lacrosse- Caesar Rodney 14, Delmar 5- Kevin Forse netted a pair of goals while Jose Flores, Tyler Cornish, and Dakota Harmon each had one goal for Delmar. Delmarva Christian 12, Red Lion 9- Jeffrey Mohr tallied five goals and Mark Engle and Tom Catalfamo each had three goals. James Mohr added 17 saves for the Royals. Delmar 14, Sussex Central 6 (Monday)- Tyler Cornish netted five goals and Sean Wilkerson recorded 15 saves in the Wildcats’ win. Girls’ lacrosse- Sussex Tech 20, Delmarva Christian 12 (Monday)- Maxine Fluharty scored seven goals and Sara Adams had four for Sussex Tech. Jessica Stratton netted eight goals and Sarah Betts added three for the Royals. Girls’ tennis- Seaford 4, Smyrna 1- Seaford improved to 10-2 in conference play as Kelly Kimpton (6-7, 6-3, 6-1), Whitley Maddox (6-0, 6-0), Kim Graves (6-2, 6-2), and Emily Nielson and Emily Hubbard (6-3, 6-3) earned wins. Boys’ tennis- Seaford 5, Smyrna 0- Andrew Halter (6-1, 6-1), Spencer Noel (6-1, 6-1), Ethan Lee (6-0, 6-0), Philip DeMott and Arlie Wooters (6-0, 6-0), and Daniel DeMott and Steve Neithardt (6-0, 6-0) picked up wins for the Blue Jays. Softball- Sussex Tech 14, Caesar Rodney 1- Kim Smith collected two doubles and a triple, Melony Thompson homered, and Brooke Tull allowed one run on seven hits for the Raven win. Smyrna 3, Delmar 0- Gabby Andrade collected three hits for Delmar in the loss. Seaford Christian 3, Greenwood Mennonite 2- Jen Carr had two doubles and a triple to lead the Eagles to the win. Amber Swartzentruber collected a pair of hits and Hannah Rust struck out 15 for the Flames. Sussex Tech 11, Woodbridge 0- Kim Smith drove in three runs and earned the win on the mound, Jenna Allen doubled and drove in three, and Melony Thompson added three hits for the Ravens. Kelsey Doherty and Brooke Tull also doubled for Sussex Tech. Woodbridge was held to two hits in the loss.

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STAR TEAM OF THE WEEK- Shown is the Delaware Technical and Community College, Owens campus, softball team which won the Region 19 championship last week and will move on to the NJCAA Division II World Series. Pictured (l to r) are: Kelsey Gallo, Amanda Swift, Margaret Landon, Chloe Vescovi, Kristine Jackson, Amanda Horsey, Mindi Wheatley, Erin Tingle, Keri Bergh. Back row: Coach Robert Perry, Kim Owens, Maria Richards, Brittany Williams, Emily Eskridge, Ashlyn Booth, Ashley Ivory, Jenna Adkins, Kelsey Riggleman, Kassie Attix, Assistant Coach Wayne Price. Send your varsity, JV, middle school, or youth sports team photo to sports@mspublications.com to be a Star Team of the Week.

Delaware Tech softball team wins regionals, advances to World Series

For the second straight year the Delaware Technical and Community College, Owens campus, advanced to the NJCAA Division II World Series in Normal, Ill. (May 14-16) by winning the Region 19 championship. The Roadrunners did so with a 6-3 win over Mercer last Friday. Erin Tingle allowed two runs on four hits and struck out four for the win. Kim Owens went 2-3, Kelsey Riggleman was 3-3, Ashley Ivory doubled, and Jenna Adkins slugged her fourth home run. Del Tech advanced to the championship with an 8-5 win over Mercer in game one thanks to a walkoff grand slam by Booth. Booth went 2-5, Erin Tingle was 2-4, Chloe Vescovi batted 2-4 with a double and earned the win, and Kristine Jackson added a double. Delaware Tech-Owens softball competes in Region 19 playoffs- The Delaware Tech, Owens campus, softball team lost its first game in the Region 19 playoffs last Thursday but bounced back with a win to remain alive in the double elimination tournament. The Roadrunners fell to Mercer, 4-3, in the first game as Kelsey Riggleman went 2-4 with a home run and Kim Owens and Ashlyn Booth each homered in the loss. Del Tech won game two, 7-2, against host Lackawanna. Erin Tingle allowed two runs on five hits and struck out four in seven innings for the win. Riggleman, Owens, and Booth each went 2-4 and Chloe Vescovi batted 2-3 PASSWATERS CUPThe Heritage Shores 18 Hole Ladies Golf Association held its Passwaters Cup Tournament (Low Net Score) on April 28- 29. The winners were: First Flight: Low Gross- Muriel Waite, 1st Place Low Net- Ursula Gardner, 2nd Place Low Net- Kathleen Alvarez. Second Flight: 1st Place Low Net- Joanie Phipps, 2nd Place Low Net- Kathy Harrigan, and 3rd Place Low NetVicky Gray.

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Carney launches campaign site

4-H GROUP MEETS - Members of the Stateline 4-H Club and Cloverbuds of Sussex County spent the afternoon of March 15 enjoying a covered dish dinner at Gethsemane United Methodist Church. Twenty one members of the combined groups were present for the celebration, which is their annual family and awards dinner where members are recognized for their past years of membership. Neil Ebling was awarded his past president’s pin. President Andy Bell presented leaders, Judy Ebling and Pam Eskridge with a gift from the group for their many years of service. The Stateline group meets the second Wednesday of each month at the church at 7 p.m. To join, call the county office at 302-856-2585, ext. 559, or one of the local leaders at 410-883-3752 or 410-883-2703.

Former Delaware Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Finance John Carney has filed an official committee to run for Delaware’s lone seat in the U.S. House of Representatives. Carney, a Claymont native and long time Wilmington resident who served two terms as lieutenant governor from 2001 through January 2009, issued the following statement announcing his candidacy: “With our economy in a recession and unemployment continuing to rise, our country and our state are facing unprecedented challenges. To address them, we need strong, experienced leaders who can rise above partisanship and bring people together to address these challenges. I’ll be that kind of leader in Congress – one who works with both Republicans and

Democrats to move our country forward, starting with a focus on creating jobs and getting our economy back on track.” Carney has spent almost two decades serving the people of Delaware, first as a staff assistant to then Senator Joe Biden; deputy chief administrative officer for County Executive Dennis Greenhouse; deputy chief of staff and secretary of finance under former Governor Tom Carper; and lieutenant governor. Throughout his career he has worked to save and create jobs; improve schools through his Models of Excellence in Education project; and improve health care in Delaware. For more information, visit Carney’s new campaign website at www.johncarneyforcongress.com.

Delaware State Police are accepting applications for the 38th Annual Trooper Youth Week. This weeklong academy is a collaborative effort between the Delaware State Police and the American Legion. The program is designed to give high school students interested in law enforcement an idea of what is expected of a state trooper. The cadets will experience academy life and attend many classes, including crash and crime scene investigation. The program, sponsored by the American Legion Post for Delaware, is facilitated by State Police Training Academy Staff at the DSP

Academy and will be held from Monday, June 15 to Friday, June 19. Any high school age student may fill out an application. To obtain an application, students may contact their School Resource Officer or Sgt. Daniel Hall at the training academy at 739-5907 or daniel. hall@state.de.us. All completed applications can be mailed to Sgt. Hall at the DSP Academy located at 1441 N. DuPont Hwy. Dover, DE 19901. Questions from parents or students regarding the program can also be directed to Sgt. Hall.

Police plan annual Youth Week

ONE YEAR ANNIVERSARY - The Sussex County Habitat for Humanity ReStore celebrated one year of service to Sussex County residents on April 1, at the ReStore facility on Depot Street in Georgetown. From left are Becky Ryan, AmeriCorps Youth Programs coordinator; Erin Fasano, ReStore volunteer; Diane Koch, ReStore volunteer and First Shore Federal Bank representative; Denise Jackson, ReStore manager; Jeff Joseph, ReStore volunteer and PNC Bank representative; Kevin Gilmore, Sussex County Habitat for Humanity executive director; Kerry Davies, Sussex County habitat for Humanity staff; Hal Corlew, AmeriCorps Family Services coordinator; and Alison Gaffney, Habitat for Humanity and AmeriCorps volunteer coordinator. For more information, call ReStore at 302-855-1156. Photo by Laura Rogers

DOC holds graduation

The Delaware Department of Correction (DOC) graduated and assigned 30 cadets to serve as correctional officers and one cadet to serve as correctional officer/food service specialist during a Friday, March 27 ceremony at the Department’s administrative headquarters in Dover. Cadets took the oath of office and received their assignments before family, friends, DOC officials and honored guest Governor Jack Markell. Graduates completed nine weeks of training. Graduates join the ranks of more than 1,700 DOC employees in the Bailey correctional officer

series who uphold the Department’s mission of protecting the public by supervising more than 7,000 adult offenders in DOC facilities throughout the state. Local graduates of DOC CEIT Class #181 include: Helena Bailey, Laurel, James T. Vaughn Correctional Center (JTVCC), correctional officer; Aaron Jackson, Seaford, JTVCC, correctional officer; and Bryan Magee, Bridgeville, JTVCC, correctional officer.

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Ducks fitted with transmitters to research decline

The decline in populations of American black ducks has been a topic of great debate among wildlife researchers and managers. Once the most abundant ducks in eastern North America, black ducks have recently declined to as few as 188,000 on traditional wintering grounds. University of Delaware graduate student Kurt Anderson, a self proclaimed “quack addict” and biologist with Ducks Unlimited (DU) in Delaware and New Jersey, is working with wildlife biologists at DU and several federal and state fish and wildlife agencies to find out why. The topic is of so much concern that the 1986 North American Waterfowl Management Plan (NAWMP) called for the establishment of the Black Duck Joint Venture (BDJV) to research black duck ecology, identify limiting factors, and provide management recommendations. Anderson’s master’s thesis work entails outfitting female black ducks with satellite transmitters to obtain critical information about spring migration. The ducks are trapped, measured and weighed, given federal leg bands for traditional tracking purposes, and are then equipped with the transmitter. “Mature females, those in their third calendar year or older, and with a sufficient body weight, are outfitted with a harness and solar-powered satellite transmitter, almost like a little backpack,” says Anderson. Hens over 1,000 grams are selected, with the harness material only adding 38 grams. “After second year (ASY) females are selected because of their importance in population dynamics and familiarity with migration routes. Waterfowl are philopatric, meaning they will often return to the same location they were born to reproduce, sometimes even to their same nests.” During the winter of 2007-2008, Anderson, in conjunction with DU, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, and state fish

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UD graduate student, Kurt Anderson, holding a female black duck recently outfitted with a satellite transmitter.

and wildlife agencies in New Jersey, Ohio, and Virginia, outfitted 29 black ducks with satellite transmitters. An additional 31 ducks were released during 2008-2009 in the states listed above and were joined by three from New York and five from Prime Hook National Wildlife Refuge in Delaware. Anderson hopes to present his preliminary results at the 5th North American Duck Symposium, the bi-annual “to-do” in the duck world, in Toronto, Ontario, Canada in August. Anderson, a Michigan native, received his bachelor’s degree in fisheries and wildlife from Michigan State University. He came to the mid-Atlantic region to work with waterfowl before starting school in Delaware, but isn’t the only one working on this project. Matt DiBona, game bird biologist for the Delaware Division of Fish and Wildlife, studied seasonal food availability for wintering and migrating dabbling ducks in the Hackensack Meadowlands, N.J. Similarly, Dane Cramer, a UD master’s candidate, is determining food resources and estimating habitat carrying capacity for wintering and spring staging black ducks in coastal and bayside New Jersey. Dane works for the New Jersey Division of Fish and Wildlife and helped Anderson with trapping black ducks in the state. Viewers can follow the black ducks at www.ducks. org/conservation/blackduckstudy.com.

Plate named ‘Best Plate of Year’ After a nationwide vote of the Automobile License Plate Collectors Association (ALPCA), Delaware’s Limited Edition Centennial License Plate has won the Best License Plate of the Year Award. The black onyx & heritage gold colored plate - which honors the 100th anniversary of the license plate in Delaware – was selected for its combination of attractiveness and legibility of design. This is the first time in the nearly 40 year history of the program that Delaware has won the award. Since the Centennial Plate was introduced last fall, thousands of Delaware motorists have purchased one for their vehicle. The unique plate design is a celebration of 100 years since the first state-issued license plate was produced in 1909. Delaware is the first state ever to produce a commemorative license plate. Several other “firsts” include being the first fully embossed license plate with raised letters and numbers in Delaware since 1941, as well as the first optional license plate in the world where the validation sticker colors were designed

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I am hoping at some point and time, I am able to find time to One person’s luggage take a vacation. After all, summer is the time to consider the beach, was difficult to tell from amusement parks and other typical another’s because family amenities. I enjoy the occasional getaway. However, vacawe all used the same tions are not something that was a long-standing part of my family brand grocery bags. heritage. When I was young we never did vacations. There was no such thing. Vacations were spend hours digging though my brothers’ something we saw on television. Chip and and my clothes to see if between the three Ernie Douglas went on vacation with Uncle of us she could piece together one halfCharlie and Fred Mac Murray. Granny and decent suit. My younger brother would end Uncle Jed vacationed in Hootersville. For up with my shirt, my older brother’s pants my brothers and me a vacation was a day’s and my father’s shoes. He looked like a potrip to Ocean City or a Saturday afternoon lice composite sketch. Because of my size in Salisbury. I was always told that we I would almost always have my father’s didn’t go on vacation because my father pants and shirt, with a tie that he probably was a ‘home body.” The truth be known, wore when he met my mother. The tie was my parents probably figured they could bet- always one of those massively wide ones ter keep their three nose-picking heathen with loud pastel flower designs. Try as my younguns at bay while at home than while mother would, it was difficult for me to on a road trip. However, I was happy that attend a formal event without looking like before my father died we had the opportuBozo the Clown. Then there was poor Dad. nity to take family vacations. I was in my He was the only one who had anything re40s, but they were family vacations nonemotely resembling dress clothes. theless. We would all arrive at my Mom So, we rummaged through his wardrobe and Dad’s home in Marion Station. The like Juan Valdez picking coffee beans. We first thing we had to do was load up the always wore tennis shoes, or those clodvan. One person’s luggage was difficult to hopper-looking, pale orange work boots, tell from another’s because we all used the so, we had to borrow Dad’s black dress same brand grocery bags. shoes whenever we went to church or other There is a system to this. For large formal affairs. It meant nothing that they items, like shirts, pants and shoes we would didn’t fit. I guess it was enough for my paruse the heavy paper grocery bags. For ents to pull enough money together to keep smaller items, like shampoo, razors and clothes on our backs for everyday use, let hairspray, we use the plastic grocery bags alone waste money on clothes that would with the loop handles. If my mother has only get used if someone died. So, it is easy had a good week at yard sales, we might to understand that when we headed out for even encounter an ‘authentic piece of lugvacation, we had not done a great deal of gage, handle actually included. I guess it preparation. As long as the van moved and has always been the nature of my family all four tires were where they belonged, to worry only about having on hand those off we would go. It didn’t take much to things it takes to get by on a day to day bamake our vacation a successful affair. If sis. Being prepared has always seemed like we could get there without losing one of a luxury or, at times, a waste of money. For the younguns and there was a restaurant instance, somebody gets married, or somewhere we could stuff our faces, we were body dies. To most families the first thing happy. It’s good to be country at heart. My to do is to make note of the important date family vacations remind me of something on the calendar so as not to miss the event. Jeff Foxworthy once said about his family For my family the first thing to happen is a vacations: “When you get all my family tomassive networking effort to pull together gether for a vacation, you know there must enough ‘good clothes’ to make the scene be an empty Wal-Mart somewhere.’ Oh without looking like Homer and Jethro. well, when you live simply, it’s easier to be When I was a child, my mother would satisfied.

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Fond memories of baseball in Laurel

Reading articles by Pat Murphy on the 50h anniversary of the Laurank alio rel Little League brought back a lot of memories about the humble beThose who took the ginnings of youth baseball in town. bold step to move Growing up as a kid the only baseball offered in town was the (baseball) comAmerican Legion Ball. The local post sponsored a team managed plex are to be comby Bob Harding. I believe the mended. age limits were somewhere in the 13-16-year-old range and we traveled to our games. tary, Kiwanis, Lions, and Exchange clubs The school’s baseball field was located purchased T-shirts and youngster baseball where the Lions Club has their basketball was on. courts. It had a huge wooded enclosed I co-managed the Exchange Club team bleacher section, the type you see in movwith Melvin Koster. Our team was a group ies about old baseball teams. of weak hitters with the exception of LauI was the youngest on the team and rel’s famous track star Mike Lyon who spent most of my time learning basebatted clean up. ball from the bench. However one night To make up for our lack of hitting playing Milford I was asked to pinch hit strength we taught our kids how to bunt, against a young man named Chris Short. and bunt we did. We soon found out the For Phillies fans, Chris with his smokopposition couldn’t field, so our guys ing fast ball was signed by the Philadelromped around the bases. phia team. This was his senior year in Ironically all four teams tied for first school and his fast ball was smoking. I place that year. was in the 9th grade. As Little League began to spread My teammates apparently noting my around the state and county a small core nervousness assured me he had good conof Laurelites especially Roland (Cooney) trol and I wouldn’t be hit. Being the pesHastings and Harold Phillips, led a drive simist I am, I was thinking but what if I to build a park on 10th street. got hit? Dad expected me to be at work at This group personally signed a note to 7 in the morning. He thought sports were borrow $10,000 from Sussex Trust to pura waste of time, so he would have no sym- chase the land and build Laurel’s first ball pathy for me if I was busted up. field. Mr. and Mrs. Bruce Farrelly donated So up to the plate I went against this funds in memory of their son for a concesShort guy and watched three strikes go by sion stand. as I never lifted the bat off my shoulder. I served as the league’s first secretary, His control was perfect. announcer and scorekeeper, all at the same Years later when Chris was selling life time. I believe I was also sports editor at insurance and sold me a policy we laughed the time for the State Register when it was about that night. owned by Marvil Lynch. Some time later four civic organizaGrowth of the league spread like wildtions formed a league for kids. The Ro-

CFM OFFERS SCHOLARSHIP - This is the fourth year that agents at Callaway, Farnell and Moore, Inc., have offered scholarships to high school seniors. Past recipients include graduates from Woodbridge, Laurel and Seaford school districts. This year, the $1,000 scholarship will be awarded to a senior from the Seaford school district. Seniors may apply by contacting their guidance counselor before the May 11 deadline. The scholarship will be presented at the school’s awards assembly at the end of the school year.

fire. I think just about every boy in Laurel played. Soon after girls softball was established and later lights were added. Ed and Carol Montague managed the new, larger concession stand and you could get just about anything to eat you could in a restaurant. They raised thousands of dollars from that concession stand each year. Opening day was an all-day event with a huge parade in the morning with all the kids walking up Central Avenue proudly in their new uniforms, then opening day ceremonies and games into the night. This year I understand the parade lasted about 15 minutes, as all the kids rode in vehicles. And, unfortunately, the number of kids playing Little League has witnessed a dramatic drop. I guess there’s less energy involved in sitting in front of a TV set and playing baseball or Madden football video games. Several years ago the league outgrew the 10th street complex and moved to their current location on the Bethel Road and is a true asset to the town. Those who took the bold step to move the complex and the many volunteers who donated time and materials are to be commended. Speaking of volunteers, I understand like many organizations volunteers for the concession stand and other duties are hard to find. I just don’t understand this new gen-

eration. Their parents found time to work at church and fire hall dinners, join athletic booster clubs and volunteer at Little League games. Some did it all! What’s going to happen with volunteerism with the next generation of parents? Some organizations are already paying for help to assist them in fund raisers. I find this disappointing this has to happen. To those who dedicate their time and services my hat is off to you; to those who shun their civic responsibility…shame on you.

Community Shredding Day

EST Financial Group announces its Second Annual Community Shredding Day on Saturday, May 16, from 10 a.m. to noon, at 405 North Bi-State Blvd. in Delmar. Attendees may bring one paper size box of documents to be shredded on site by DataGuard, Inc., a mobile shredding and recycling service located in Milford. The day will also feature a live remote broadcast by Joy! 102.5 FM. Attendees will receive tips on protecting themselves from identity theft and learn why shredding documents with personal information is a vital part of an identity theft prevention plan.

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Celebrate strawberries with these two great recipes This coming weekend one of the country’s top ranked festivals oretta norr will take place in Oxnard, Calif. The California Strawberry Festival, now 15-years-old, features exhibits, contests, entertainment and a huge assortment of strawberry food and drink. The festival is just one of many that will take place all over the country celebrating this seedy fruit that’s as healthy as it is lovely. Strawberry Tartlets Eight medium sized berries supServes 12 ply 160% of the recommended dose of This elegant-looking dessert is easy to Vitamin C, 270 milligrams of potassium, 4 grams of dietary fiber and 20% of the daily make, and the cute wonton “cups” can be made in advance. They’re a different way need for folate. to present fresh strawberries when enterThe growers and experts at the festival agree that the best berries are found by fra- taining. The recipe is easy to double too. 12 wonton wrappers grance. They should smell sweet and also 3 tablespoons butter, melted have shiny skins and fresh green leaves. 1/3 cup Dark Brown Sugar To store strawberries, place them in 3/4 cup Mascarpone cheese a container with a dry paper towel in the 2 tablespoons honey bottom. 2 teaspoons orange juice Don’t wash them until you’re ready to 3 cups fresh strawberries, sliced use them and leave the stem and leaves on Whipped cream and fresh mint, optional until after they’re washed so they won’t Brush one side of each wonton wrapper soak up water and lessen the flavor. with butter. Place brown sugar in a shallow bowl; press buttered side of wontons The growers suggest a freezing method into sugar to coat. Press wontons sugared that’s new to me. They say the best side up into greased muffin cups. method is to pulse them in a blender (after Bake at 325° for 7-9 minutes or until washing and hulling, of course) until you edges are lightly browned. Remove to a have a chunky texture. Add a tablespoon of sugar to each blender portion to prevent wire rack to cool. In a small bowl, combine the cheese, the pale pink color of thawed berries. honey and orange juice. Spoon about 1 Put the mixture into sandwich-sized tablespoon into each wonton cup. Top with plastic bags and freeze, placing flat in the strawberries. Garnish with whipped cream freezer. As needed, open the bags, break off a piece of the frozen product, reseal the and mint if desired. Note: Mascarpone cheese is available in bag and put back in the freezer. our area but in a pinch you can substitute Try these award-winning strawberry the following: recipes from Taste of Home.

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Strawberry Tartlets

Asparagus Berry Salad

1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese 1/4 cup heavy whipping cream 2 1/2 tablespoons sour cream Combine well and use in recipes calling for Mascarpone cheese. Do not substitute low fat cream cheese or sour cream. Asparagus Berry Salad Serves 6 to 8 This is a wonderful salad now that strawberries and asparagus are in season. It can be a main course with the addition of grilled chicken. 1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces 2-3 tablespoons olive oil, divided 1/4 teaspoon salt

Gas Lines Prices take a jump

After several weeks of virtually unchanged prices at the pump, last week gas prices jumped 12 cents (6%) over the previous week. The average U.S. retail price for regular grade gasoline reached $2.17 last Friday, marking the sixth consecutive week and the sixth time since November 17 gasoline has been above $2.00 per gallon. Although this is a significant one-week increase, the price is still 47% below the record price of $4.11 set on July 11, 2008. Crude oil prices hit $60 a barrel After remaining relatively stable for several weeks, crude oil saw significant increases in trading last week as prices flirted with $60 per barrel, trading as high as $58.57 a barrel a week ago Thursday. Crude oil settled at $58.63 at the close of trading Friday, the highest settlement since November 14, yet still nearly 50% below a year ago. Oil prices have risen more than 10%

1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper 8 cups spring mix salad greens 3 cups sliced fresh strawberries 1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced 1/2 cup chopped walnuts, toasted 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar 2 teaspoons sugar In a bowl, toss the asparagus with 1 tablespoon oil. Spread in a single layer in a greased 15-in. x 10-in. x 1-in. baking pan. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Bake at 400° for 15-20 minutes or until tender. In a large salad bowl, toss greens, strawberries, onion, walnuts and asparagus. In a small bowl, whisk the vinegar, sugar and remaining oil. Drizzle over salad and toss to coat. in two weeks and more than 70%, due in part to evidence that the global recession is easing, which would lead to a rebound in world oil consumption. Crude oil has gained more than 70% since a low of $33.55 in February. Early this Tuesday, the cost per barrel for crude oil hit the $60 mark. Supply continues to outpace demand. Last week the Department of Energy (DOE) reported that U.S. oil inventories grew less than expected, 600,000 barrels rather than the expected 2.2 million barrels, suggesting crude oil demand may be stabilizing. U.S. inventories are at 19-year high of 375.3 million barrels. “Due in part to signs that the economic recession may be turning around, slightly higher gas prices may be a sign that the summer driving season will bring increased demand as motorists take to the roads,” said Catherine L. Rossi, manger of Public and Government Affairs for AAA Mid-Atlantic. Local pricing On Tuesday one station in Seaford was selling regular gasoline for $2.149 a gallon, up 20 cents from a week ago.

Price comparison average for Regular Unleaded Gasoline COUNTY BANK DONATION - County Bank recently donated $500 to First Steps Primeros Pasos. First Steps is one of the only multicultural early care and educational programs in Georgetown that serves the full range of preschool ages. Robin Parker, assistant vice-president and branch manager of County Bank’s Georgetown Branch (second from right) presents the check to (from left), Trudy Cole, Damara Wise, Deyssi Alvarado and the children of First Steps Primeros Pasos.

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Letters to the Editor

Chris Shirey

Laurel

First Amendment rights

Apparently, if you do not believe, as I do, then you do not know what you are talking about. Mr. Calio apparently has concern about some of the promoters of the Tea Parties that were held nationwide. I do not think Dick Armey or Newt Gingrich were involved in the Tea Party in Laurel, or even know where Laurel is located. Billionaire George Soros through MoveOn.org is a huge beneficiary of anything left of center that attacks anything right of center. Apparently, Mr. Calio has no problem with that. As far as Fox News, recently Mr. Calio wrote that he does not watch Fox News. If that is the case, how do you know what Fox News reports? The Halliburton/Dick Cheney story is always a favorite of the left. On March 25, 2003, Kellogg, Brown and Root, a unit of Halliburton, was awarded a no-bid contract to fight oil well fires in Iraq. Army Corps of Engineers spokesman, Lt. Colonel Gene Pawik, reported: “KBR was selected for this award based on the fact that KBR is the only contractor that could commence implementing the complex contingency plan on extremely short notice.” Mr. Calio writes, “a poll release the same day as the “Tea Parties” stated 60% of Americans think the current income tax system is fair.” What poll and the magical word is “current.” Also, he writes, “less taxes for 95% of the people.” This is a favorite talking point for the left. Google “percentage of

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tax payers” and you will find between 30 to 40 percent of Americans do not pay income taxes. So the 95% does not pass the smell test. Let’s look at some new tax increases. Gallup reports on April 1, 2009 that the 62 cent increase in federal tax on cigarettes that goes into effect May 6, 2009, will mostly affect low income Americans. It reports 53% of smokers earn less than $35,000. Only 12% of smokers make more than $90,000 annually. So much for looking out for the poor. The News Journal reported on March 27, 2009 that President Obama’s proposal to limit the tax deductibility of charitable contributions would cost charitable instititions more than $7 million a year. This will affect the poor, middle class and the rich. Mortgage Insider reported on February 27, 2009 about President Obama’s proposed caps on the mortgage tax deduction. True, it is not a tax, but it will affect your taxes. Democrats say they will not raise taxes. However, the Bush 2001 and 2003 tax cuts will expire on January 1, 2011 because the Democratic leadership says they will not renew them. Sounds like a back door tax increase to me. This will effect most who pay taxes. Examples of this back door tax increase: child credit will decrease, standard deduction for joint filers will decrease, small business expenses deductions will decrease, capital gains tax will increase, income tax rates will increase between 3 and 4.5% per bracket and the estate tax rate will increase. Another non-tax increase tax increase will be on your 401K. There is a bill working its way through Congress, under the guidance of Congressman George Miller, that will revamp the tax code on 401(k)s. Under this plan all workers would receive a $600 annual inflation-adjusted subsidy from the government but would be required to invest 5% of their pay into a guaranteed retirement account administered by the Social Security Admininistration. The money in turn would be invested in special government bonds that would pay 3% a year. So the government will tell how much to invest and how much you will earn. These are the same people who have gutted the Social Security plan that we have now. Back to the Tea Parties and Mr. Calio’s article. The Tea Parties were not only about taxes. You can include runaway spending, non-responsibility, public money for private failures, pet projects or pork and rewarding bad decisions. Concerning the stimulus package, by

most reports, no one who voted on the bill actually read it before voting. Bottom line is, it’s your money, not the government’s. Herman Dickerson

Laurel

Obama and abortion

Obama campaigned on making abortion rare. According to the annual report, Planned Parenthood provided over 15,000 more abortions this year than the year before (total 305,310), while the rest of the country was seeing a downward trend in relation to abortions. It also provided 1.4 million “emergency contraception kits” containing the “morning after pill.” It only did 4,912 adoption referrals, or 1%. They also reported a net profit of $1.014 billion. Some of the money to fund Planned Parenthood came from you, the American tax payer; 34% to be exact. Is this responsible budgeting or adhering to his campaign promise? In addition, Planned Parenthood spent $10 million on helping elect Obama and $1 million on lobbying Congress for more funds. Perhaps there was a pay back for their generosity. On his forth day in office, Obama changed the policy for providing money for abortion overseas (The Mexico City policy). He decided to send more of your hard earned dollars out of the country to promote and provide for the killing of human life. By the way, 58% of people disapproved of this policy change according to a poll, while only 35% approved. Does it sound like he will follow his own agenda (do what he wants) and not try to govern for all the people? He has also rescinded the policy on conscience protections for health care workers, rules which would enable those with a strong belief that what they were doing is wrong to be able to not participate. This further promotes abortion and also infringes on the Constitution by going against religious freedom. Is this how you want your tax dollars spent? Are these things you want promoted as the American way? The state of Delaware also has a budget for Planned Parenthood which our tax dollars provide support. Should a company that makes over 1 billion dollars a year be subsidized by the government at any level? What direction do you want to see our state go? John Poe

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Here we go Delaware. They are trying to double our gambling facilities and there is talk of implementing a sales tax. When are these politicians going to realize our pockets are not full of money? Today’s paycheck is devastated by the electric bill, higher food costs, and let’s not even mention the cost of gas. Now we are supposed to take salary cuts, pension cuts, our 401k accounts have been slashed and, yes, let’s pay higher taxes. This isn’t even enough, now will we also need to pay a sales tax? If you read what they are saying, this will just get us to maybe a break even this year, and next year will bring higher costs and less revenue. What will they suggest then? I shudder to think, considering this year’s plan of gambling to the rescue. What about the added cost of gambling? How much shall we set aside to social services to help with issues from compulsive gambling? What about the effect it will have on our communities? Delaware has always been a great place to raise a family. Do we really want to change it into the next Las Vegas or Atlantic City? We may be a small state, but I refuse to believe that gambling and squeezing the taxpayer is our only option. Yes, a sales tax is just another added cost to Delaware families. I advocate finding elected officials that can find reasonable ways to cut the budget and have enough wisdom to balance the budget without destroying the wonderful way of life we all love.

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Police Journal Suspects caught in robbery

On May 6 at 11:30 p.m. Seaford Police responded to a 911 disconnect at Arby’s on Sussex Highway in Seaford. Officers were advised by employees that three subjects confronted them at the business and displayed a handgun. The subjects fled the business before obtaining any currency. Seaford Police canvassed the area and at approximately 2 a.m. on May 7 observed three subjects matching the description of the subjects from Arby’s near the Dunkin Donuts on Bridgeville Highway. As police attempted to contact them, one subject fled on foot. Police were able to apprehend two defendants - a 17-yearold male from Seaford and Aaron Mumford, 19, of Seaford. Further investigation by the Criminal Investigations Division revealed that the third defendant, Luke T. Erixson, 19, of Seaford, was a store employee who was working at the time of the incident. Erixson, who was involved in an attempt to stage a robbery of the business, was later taken into custody. The defendants were arraigned at the Justice of the Peace Court #4 in Seaford. The 17-year-old male was released on $42,000 unsecured bond. Mumford was committed to the Department of Corrections in lieu of $42,000 cash bond and Erixson was committed on $1,000 secured bond. Mumford was charged with possession of a deadly weapon during commission of a felony, burglary, aggravated menacing, wearing a disguise and conspiracy. Erixson was charged with possession of a deadly weapon during commission of a felony, burglary, aggravated menacing and conspiracy. Warrants are currently on file for two additional suspects, Amanda R. Baltimore, 19, of Seaford; and Jarell Rodriguez, 18, of Seaford. Anyone with information about this crime is asked to contact the Seaford Police at 629-6644 or Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333 or online at www. tipsubmit.com. Delaware Crime Stoppers is offering a reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the person or persons involved.

Laurel Police news

Woman, child assaulted On May 8 at 4:45 p.m. Laurel Police was dispatched to the Food Lion parking lot in reference to a robbery that had just occurred. Upon arrival, officers learned that the victim and her 6-year-old daughter had just arrived at Food Lion when two males dressed in black with black face masks and black gloves opened the passenger door to the car and sprayed the victim with pepper spray. The suspects then pulled the victim out of the driver’s seat across the passenger’s seat and onto the ground. The suspects then beat the victim and removed an undisclosed amount of U.S. currency. The victim’s daughter attempted to exit the passenger’s side of the car to help her

mother. At that point, the suspects pepper sprayed and punched the 6-year-old in the face. Anyone with any information is asked to contact the Laurel Police Department at 875-2244 or Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333. Possession and conspiracy On May 7 at 9:47 a.m. Laurel Police executed a search warrant at the 1200 building of Hollybrook Apartments. Upon entry into the apartment, officers made contact with Jamar Deshields, 28, of Laurel, and Norma Deshields, 46, of Laurel. During a search of the residence, officers recovered crack cocaine, marijuana and U.S. currency. Norma was arrested and charged with possession of marijuana, possession of drug paraphernalia and third degree conspiracy. She was released on unsecured bail. Jamar was arrested and charged with possession with the intent to deliver marijuana, possession with the intent to deliver crack cocaine, maintaining a dwelling, possession of cocaine, possession of marijuana and two counts of possession of drug paraphernalia. He was committed to SCI on $21,000 secured bail. Marijuana charges On May 8 at 10:30 a.m. Laurel Police stopped a Chevy pickup for a traffic violation on West Market Street. During the stop, officers discovered that the driver was in possession of a small amount of marijuana. Shawn Swank, 28, of Laurel, was arrested and charged with possession of marijuana and possession of drug paraphernalia. He was released on criminal summons. On May 9 at noon Laurel Police stopped a Chevy S-10 pickup for a traffic violation. During the stop, officers detected an odor of marijuana from the driver and the vehicle. A search revealed marijuana. The driver, Jonathan Chilly, 29, of Laurel, was arrested without incident. He was charged with possession of marijuana and possession of drug paraphernalia and released on criminal summons.

State Police investigate shooting

Delaware State Police are investigating a shooting incident that has hospitalized a 29-year-old Seaford man with non-life threatening injuries. Troopers responded on May 6 at 7 p.m. to Chipmans Pond Boat Ramp located off Shiloh Church Road near Laurel after it was reported a man had been shot. The investigation revealed the victim had responded to the boat ramp with a female acquaintance in the woman’s vehicle. The two persons were engaging in a conversation inside a vehicle when the male victim exited the vehicle for a moment. Once he exited the car, two subjects wearing hoods immediately confronted the victim. The subjects, armed with handguns, demanded money from the victim and removed an undisclosed amount of money from his clothing. One suspect then fired his handgun at the victim striking him in

the neck. The victim was transported to Nanticoke Memorial Hospital by ambulance and remains hospitalized. The suspects fled the scene by an unknown means. Investigators learned the female acquaintance also left the scene before the police arrived. Investigators are working in identifying that person. The first suspect has been described as a black male, 5’10–6’, 150–180 lbs., wearing a black hooded sweatshirt and blue jeans. The second suspect has been described as a black male, 5’6”–5’10”, 150–180 lbs. wearing a long sleeve black shirt and blue jeans. Anyone with any information on this crime is asked to call detectives at Troop 4 at 302-856-5850 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333. Tips may also be forwarded online at www.tipsubmit.com.

Indecent exposure

On May 8 at 11:47 a.m., Seaford Police responded to a report of a subject engaged in an alleged act of masturbation while seated in his vehicle in the parking lot of Dollar General on Stein Highway in Seaford. Officers determined that the victim, a 22-year-old female from Delmar, observed the defendant’s actions and immediately notified police. The defendant, Charles R. Miller, 72, of Seaford, who was still seated in his vehicle when officers arrived, was arrested and transported to Seaford PD for processing. He was charged with indecent exposure and lewdness. Miller was arraigned at Justice of the Peace Court #4 and released on a $300 unsecured bond pending arraignment in the Court of Common Pleas.

Pair sought for burglary charges

Delaware State Police seek the public’s assistance in locating a Salisbury, Md. man and a Laurel woman for a burglary that occurred at a home on Woods Avenue in Laurel on or about April 24. The investigation began after the victim contacted police on April 26. The victims were out of town from April 24-26 and, when they returned, discovered the front door to the home had been forced open. The thieves stole various rifles, shotguns, DVDs, electronic equipment and jewelry. During the investigation, police were contacted by a concerned citizen on April 26 and informed that Tabar L. Ames, 21, formally of Salisbury, was in possession of a rifle that he did not own and sold it to an unknown person. As police continued the investigation, they learned that Ames and Christina L. Ambrose, 20, of Laurel, were residing at a home on Cherry Lane that is in the same development as the home of the burglary. Police contacted the homeowner and learned that Ambrose and Ames were temporarily staying with them and sharing a room together. Police searched their room in this home and discovered DVDs, BB guns and various pieces of jewelry that matched items stolen in the burglary. The victims were familiar with Ambrose and Ames; both had been guests in their home recently. Police have obtained arrest warrants for Ames and Ambrose for second degree

burglary, possession of burglary tools, six counts of theft of a firearm, theft, selling stolen property, second degree conspiracy and criminal mischief. Investigators have been unable to locate the pair and are asking anyone who has information on their whereabouts to contact investigators at Troop 4 at 856-5850, ext. 214 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333. Tips may also be forwarded online at www.tipsubmit.com.

Child dies in crash

The Delaware State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit (CRU) is investigating a crash that has claimed the life of a child, Christopher T. Foote Jr., 5, of Smyrna. The Smyrna Police Department was dispatched to the crash on Glenwood Avenue at the intersection of School Lane in Smyrna on May 6 at 6:10 p.m. and discovered a tractor-trailer and a bicyclist were involved in the crash. Because of the fatal injuries sustained by the child in this crash, the Delaware State Police CRU team was contacted by Smyrna PD and asked to handle the investigation. DSP investigators learned an 18-wheel tractor-trailer was traveling westbound on Glenwood Avenue approaching School Lane. The child was riding a bicycle northbound on School Lane approaching Glenwood Avenue. The tractor-trailer was traveling through the intersection when the bicyclist failed to stop at a stop sign on School Lane and entered the intersection striking the rear of the trailer. The bicyclist crashed, causing the rear tires of the trailer to travel overtop of the child. The child died of injuries sustained in the crash. The operator of the tractor-trailer, Vaughn E. Wilson, 42, of Suffolk, Va., was not injured. He was wearing a seatbelt and alcohol is not a factor. The child was not wearing a helmet.

Troopers arrest two for thefts

On Thursday, May 7, the Delaware State Police arrested two people responsible for committing over 100 burglaries/ thefts throughout Kent County between Feb. 22 and April 15. The arrests are directly related to residential burglaries and thefts from residences as well as vehicles, which occurred in the towns of Camden, Dover, Felton, Frederica, Harrington, Magnolia and Milford. The arrests resulted after a 911 call was placed to report a suspicious person in a Frederica neighborhood. Troopers responded and observed Daniel D. Hoffman, 27, of Stuff Cove in Frederica breaking into vehicles. Hoffman was apprehended and his vehicle was found filled with stolen property. Troopers were able to link Hoffman to numerous other cases. The interview with Hoffman and other witnesses also linked Matthew D. Hughes, 23, of South Bay Road in Dover to the case. Detectives recovered several of the stolen items which included cash and checks, purses and wallets, bank cards and identification cards, prescription medication, laptop computers and miscellaneous

MORNING STAR • MAy 14 - 20, 2009 computer equipment consisting of GPSs, compact discs, DVDs, digital cameras, computer games, radar detectors, i-pods, stereo equipment, in addition to other personal items. Many of the items have been returned to the owners. Both subjects received 112 criminal charges including 49 burglaries (felonies), 51 thefts (felonies/misdemeanors), three attempted thefts (misdemeanors), five criminal mischief (misdemeanors), two conspiracy (felonies) and one criminal trespass (misdemeanor). Both subjects were arrested and arraigned at Troop 3 then later committed to the James T. Vaughn Correctional Center in lieu of $85,750 (Hoffman) and $11,200 (Hughes) bail. Anyone with information related to this case or who may be a victim is asked to contact Troop 3 at 302697-2105, ext. 314.

Crash kills Lewes teen

The Delaware State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit (CRU) investigated an early morning crash involving a single vehicle. Shortly after 1:30 a.m. on May 9, troopers responded to the area of W. Buckingham Drive and Coventry Road, just west of Rehoboth. Troopers learned that a 2001 Jeep Cherokee (operated by 18-year-old Jordyn K. Owens of Lewes) was traveling southbound on Coventry Road within the Rehoboth Beach Yacht and Country Club Development. Owens attempted to turn right onto W. Buckingham Drive but was unable to negotiate the turn. As a result, the Cherokee exited the south edge of W. Buckingham Drive and struck an embankment before striking a tree and overturning. Owens was not restrained and was partially ejected through the open sunroof of the Cherokee and sustained head injuries. She was transported to Beebe Hospital where she was pronounced dead. There were three teenage passengers in the vehicle. The front seat passenger was not restrained and she sustained non-life threatening injuries. The two rear seat passengers were restrained and uninjured. Speed is believed to be a factor in this crash. Alcohol is also believed to be a factor on the part of Ms. Owens and all of her passengers.

Man assaults trooper

Delaware State Police have arrested a 41-year-old Ellendale man for assault and resisting arrest after he was located during a suspicious person investigation. On May 10 at 10:21 p.m., a Troop 5 patrol trooper initiated a traffic stop on a suspicious vehicle in the area of Beaver Dam Road west of Beach Highway. The vehicle, a 1994 Ford Ranger pickup, was parked stationary with one occupant inside that appeared to be watching houses in the area of Beaver Dam Road. Due to recent burglaries in the area, the trooper activated an ally light on the police vehicle directed at the suspicious vehicle in an attempt to see who was inside the car. The vehicle abruptly drove away. The trooper then conducted a traffic stop on the vehicle on Beach Highway. As the traffic stop was being conducted, the driver, Luis L. Humberto, exited the car and began walking away from the trooper. Several commands were issued ordering the person to stop.

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However, he failed to acknowledge the trooper’s actions. The trooper pursued the suspect and caught up to him when the suspect began to physically assault the uniformed trooper by kicking, biting and punching the trooper. Additional troopers arrived and took Humberto into custody. As a result of a bite, the trooper sustained a contusion to his left forearm which required medical treatment from Nanticoke Memorial Hospital. He was treated and released. Humberto was charged with second degree assault and felony level resisting arrest. He was committed to SCI in default of secured bond.

Trooper charged for extortion

Delaware State Police have arrested a 7-year veteran patrol trooper after an investigation revealed he engaged in inappropriate sexual relations with a 39-yearold New Castle woman. This arrest culminates an investigation of alleged misconduct brought to DSP’s attention by a woman arrested by Cpl. Joshua A. Giddings, 36, who was assigned to Troop 9 in Odessa. The woman alleged that she and Giddings engaged in a sexual act while he was acting in his official capacity as a trooper. On Thursday, March 19, at approximately 8:06 p.m., Giddings was working in a patrol capacity when he was dispatched to JC Penney’s at the Christiana Mall for a report of a female shoplifter in custody. The investigation determined that Giddings arrested the woman for a single count of shoplifting and for capias charges from a local court related to traffic offenses. Subsequent to the arrest, the woman and Giddings agreed that if the woman performed a sexual favor that Giddings would not take her to court to face the shoplifting charges and capiases. Instead, he issued her a criminal summons to appear at a later date in court. With the woman under arrest and detained in the police vehicle, Giddings drove to a nearby, secluded area and engaged in a sexual act with her. Giddings then drove her home. Once DSP was notified of this allegation, an investigation was immediately launched and Giddings was suspended with pay and benefits. During the investigation, detectives secured a clothing item belonging to the victim, which was found to contain traces of seminal fluid. Detectives later obtained a search warrant to obtain DNA from Giddings. The physical evidence obtained by detectives from the victim’s clothing and the DNA sample obtained from Giddings were sent to the state’s Office of the Chief Medical Examiner (OCME) for comparison. The two samples matched the DNA profile of Giddings. Giddings was informed of the arrest warrant and voluntarily turned himself in to investigators at Troop 2 in Glasgow. He was formally charged with sexual extortion (felony), receiving a bribe (felony), and official misconduct (misdemeanor) and upon arraignment, was issued an $8,000 unsecured bond. Giddings has been placed on suspension without pay and benefits with the intent to be dismissed from the division.

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FOOD AND CLOTHING DRIVE - Girl Scout Troop 51, sponsored by Gethsemane United Methodist Church, participated in a community service project by collecting food and clothes for the homeless after reading an article about their plight in the Seaford Star. Shown with some of the items they collected, in the back row, from left, are Sarah Bell, Catherine Mackler, Ashely Gray and Katy Carney. In the front row are Harmony Broussard, Kim Zoller and Taylor Prance. Not pictured is Kayla Trice.

READING CHALLENGE - Students at Frederick Douglass Elementary School met the Shorebirds reading challenge and received two free tickets to see a Shorebirds game.

A VISIT FROM RIDDLE - Jack Riddle, executive vice president of Community Bank in Lewes, visited third graders at Frederick Douglass Elementary School and taught them the importance of and how to save money.

RONALD McDONALD VISITS - Ronald McDonald visited Frederick Douglass Elementary school and taught the students about friendship, cooperation, bullying, active play, and thrilled the students with a little magic.

ORATORICAL WINNERS - Students under the age of 16 as of Dec. 31, 2008, were invited to participate in the Optimist Oratorical Competition sponsored by the Ocean City/Berlin Optimists. Winners of the competition were, from left, Hannah Esham, Frankford, 3rd Place, Girls’ Division; Elise Harmon, Rehoboth Beach, 2nd Place, Girls’ Division; Claire Dorey, Millville, 1st Place, Girls Division; Daniel Rosa, Lewes, 3rd Place, Boys’ Division; Lorenzo DeJesus, Seaford, 2nd Place Boys’ Division; and Razaak Eniola, Salisbury, 1st Place, Boys’ Division.

STAR SEARCH COMPETITORS - Pictured is the entire representation for the divisional Star Search from Sussex Chapel and Family Services in Seaford. In the front row from left are Rebecca Brabitz, 10, Bridgeville; Maggie Ferren, 9, Seaford; Janay Robins, 12, Seaford; Nykya McCray, 9, Seaford; back row, Ajee Robins, 15, Seaford; Y’esa McCray, 12, Seaford; Madeline Morris, 11, Seaford; Shekevia Everett (hidden in picture), 13, Seaford; and Breona Kellam, 12, Seaford.

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Bridgeville named a Tree City USA community Bridgeville has been named a Tree City USA community by the Arbor Day Foundation to honor its commitment to community forestry. It is the fourth year Bridgeville has received this national recognition. The Tree City USA program is sponsored by the Arbor Day Foundation in cooperation with the National Association of State Foresters and the USDA Forest Service. Bridgeville has met the four standards

to become a Tree City USA community: having a tree board or department, a tree care ordinance, a comprehensive community forestry program, and an Arbor Day observance and proclamation. Communities that receive Tree City USA recognition not only have taken the time to meet these four standards, they recognize that: • Trees promote healthier communities. Leaves filter the air we breathe by removing dust and other particles.

• Trees moderate climate, conserve water and provide habitat for wildlife. • Trees in urban areas reduce the heat island effect caused by pavement and buildings. • Properly placed trees can increase property values, and buildings in wooded areas rent more quickly and tenants stay longer. For more information about Tree City USA, visit www.arborday.org/TreeCityUSA.

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“Hopefully we will be able to take advantage of some of that funding,” he said. The federal government is starting to ask for applications for electrical project funding, city manager Dolores Slatcher said. “If we are going to have an advantage, we have to get this work done,” she added. Slatcher said that the planned improvements at the substation are based on a study of the city’s electrical system

that was done three years ago.Garner said that the city’s Electric Committee had discussed several capital expansion plans “and agreed that the most beneficial project to pursue at this time would be the Pine Street expansion project.” The engineering study will be conducted by Downes Associates, Salisbury, Md. Money to pay for the study will be taken from the city’s electrical reserves fund.

City studies ways to expand an electric substation The city of Seaford will spend $20,000 for an engineering study for a plan to expand its Pine Street electric substation. Director of Power Rick Garner told the city council on Tuesday, April 14 that federal stimulus money will soon be made available for improvements to electrical systems.

fuLL ScHoLaRSHiP - Ajee Robins, 15, of Seaford, was awarded a full Senior Conservatory scholarship to Camp Ladore in Waymart, Pa. at the Annual Prep and Youth Concert of the Pendel Division (eastern Pennsylvania and Delaware) of The Salvation Army held in Lancaster, Pa. on Saturday, April 4. Senior Conservatory gives young people an opportunity to advance their music skills. Ajee is pictured here with Cadet Kelley Snyder, Young People’s Sergeant Major for Sussex Chapel and Family Services, in Seaford.

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Opinion Guest Column Financial literacy basics

By Congressman Michael N. Castle

One of the few benefits of facing difficult economic times is that we can take the opportunity to review our decisions and remember some basic principles of living within our means and saving responsibly. So many of our current economic hardships were preventable: overspending, greedy lending and intricate financial practices. Today, we have the opportunity to learn from the past and move forward by focusing on financial literacy. Heads of households, employees, consumers and investors face tough financial decisions every day, from decisions about which mortgage to pursue, to deciding which savings or investment plan works best for you. I believe that all Americans, especially from a young age, should seek a basic understanding of sound financial literacy to serve as the foundation for making good judgments now and for the future. For that reason, I am a strong advocate for advancing financial literacy. On Monday, April 27, I participated in the Delaware Bankers Association’s Annual “Teach Children to Save” Day, a great example of putting financial literacy to work. The American Bankers Association’s Education Foundation developed this program to teach children about the importance of saving. I visited Highlands Elementary School and read the new children’s book, The Great Investo and the Astounding, Abounding, Compounding Machine. This book teaches the concept of compound interest and the importance of saving to elementary students in a way that is enjoyable and age appropriate. I encourage parents and educators to share this book with your kids. Approximately 90 percent of Delaware’s banks participate in Teach Children to Save Day, the highest participation rate in the nation! There are organizations throughout Delaware that can help develop sound financial literacy year round. The Delaware Financial Literacy Institute (DFLI) offers free classes and programs. DFLI’s foundational program is the Money School, which teaches community based financial education to adults throughout Delaware. In 2008, the school held over 600 classes throughout Delaware. The Institute also offers other programs including: Purses to Portfolios, First State Saves, Money Talk$ and Money $marts. To reach DFLI, call 302-792-1200 or visit www.dfli.org/. The Delaware Community Reinvestment Action Council (DCRAC), also teaches Money Matters, a financial seminar for Delawareans. DCRAC partners with a faith based institution, community service provider, school or college and other partners in the community to deliver their seminars. DCRAC also provides one on one sessions to help individuals design their budgets. To learn more, call 302-654-5024 or visit www.dcrac.org.

Awaken the sleeping giant

Much fuss has been made about the recent tea parties that were held around the country and how the people attending them didn’t have a clue as to what the founding fathers intent was when they drew up the Constitution. Even if everyone at these rallies doesn’t have a full knowlege of what our founders had in mind, they still have common sense. As I saw them, these tea parties were not so much as a tax protest as they were an outrage of a government that is out of touch with the people. Ordinary people that work hard, pay their bills, provide for their families, have a respect for life and believe in individual responsibility are left out of the picture. They have no lobbyists in Washington representing them. What they get are elected officials that represent themselves instead. What’s frustrating is we can’t vote them out because they buy their votes with “freebies” to the same old crowd looking for a handout. Sometimes it’s like one lamb and two wolves voting on to what to have for lunch. I hope these tea parties awaken the sleeping giant in this country making Congress start listening to us and not the party leaders. Larry Calhoun

Laurel

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Obama is left of Lenin, of course as is most of his government! It seems to me that with 300 million people to choose from, a much better choice could have been made. Now, before you scream the race card, Colin Powell would have been an excellent choice, and I don’t believe seven of his choices for cabinet posts would have had tax problems. The people have every right to protest, until Obama burns the Constitution (he’s obviously never read it). I believe they are, as I am, protesting the use of tax money so that banks and manufacturing can be nationalized (as Hitler and Lenin did) and forwarding the bill to our children and grandchildren. Also, when has my country ever dealt with other nations with our

Letters to the Editor hats in our hands? The main-stream media seems to praise Obama’s intelligence. I disagree on that point. He has the street smarts of a Chicago ward heeler, I’ll give him that. I am a Vietnam vet and my male ancestors back to the French and Indian War have fought for this nation and we will continue to fight. We will fight to keep her free, not a nation of socialism or communism. Tune into Glen Beck (Fox 1700 weeknights) and Bill O’Reilly (Fox 2000 weeknights). These programs may widen your perspective. Ted Lehmann

Dear Rep. Danny Short and fellow legislators: Please reconsider such significant cuts to senior centers. These centers save the state of Delaware money! Do not be “penny wise and dollar foolish.” There is “baby boomer denial” about aging. Seniors and their families benefit by services to the elderly. The meal programs are vital. Everyone needs a place to go. If services are cut so drastically: more seniors will be placed in nursing homes, more seniors will be isolated, some hungry, many lonely, and new retirees could flounder without a network system (a system that has been in place for more than 30 years). Senior center employees are not state workers and serve with a “nonprofit heart” which means many unpaid hours and personal sacrifices. The wisdom and gratitude from seniors has been our motivation. We understand the need for cuts across the board, however, please be fair to the frail and elderly. Susan Franckowiak

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In reference to the ordinance to amend the fees in the Register of Wills Office, my goal was to demonstrate teamwork in working with my counterparts in the Kent and New Castle County Register of Wills Offices. The intent was to unify the estate closing fee which is a fee that is assessed statewide. My military background made me immediately see the need for consistency and uniformity of these offices. However, after further talks with many of my constituents, it has been clearly identified that with the stressful economic conditions we are facing here in the county, that this is not the time to be considering uniformity among these three offices. Therefore, I am withdrawing my support for this ordinance and I am requesting that the County Council close this particular ordinance, seeking no further action with regards to raising any fees in the Office of the Register of Wills. Gregory S. Fuller

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The First Edition of the Seaford Library Walk, Run, Push, Pull, Pedal, was held on Saturday, April 25. Strollers, scooters, dogs, young, and not so young, enjoyed the event. Thanks go to Ron MacArthur, Honorary chairman, Shanon Sapna, Rep. Danny Short, Tony Windsor, ASAP Screen Printing, City of Seaford, Friends of the Library, Pepsi, Seaford Leader, Seaford Library, Seaford Star, and the Sussex Guide. Prizes ere awarded to Rose Adams, Nidia Galindo, Shawn Chartin and Allison Beard. Twenty T-shirts were awarded to those participants who brought in $50 or more. T-shirts are still available for $12 at the library. Be sure to join us next year for even more fun. Mary Ellen R. Farquhar

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Ex-conservative stands up for her beliefs Frank Calio, here is one “ex-conservative” who is willing to stand up and say: “I support Frank Calio and I do believe people voted overwhelmingly for President Obama and what he believed.” After following the Conservative line, hook, line and sinker for years, I was totally brain washed into a group of individuals who used “God and Country” to clock their prejudices against all who did not think as they did. They say: Even the Devil believes in God and knows how to use words to spew discord and hate among the races, and cause wars and torment. So also do many who clothe themselves in religion. Good old common sense woke me up! One example: It was a Democratic President who gave us Social Security. Best thing that ever happened to us. You think there are homeless people around now, what would we do with all our Senior Citizens if it were not for Social Security? Most help for ones in need come from Liberal causes. Can we depend on callous hearts of the rich to help? If it wasn’t for tax write-off’s, Heaven forbid! Persons criticize President Obama for being for abortion? Blame them, not President Obama! Those crying “crocodile tears” about our President not eliminating so called Pork Bills, who passed more Pork Bills in favor of the greedy rich? What about all their tax write-offs.

Final Word Do you remember a time a working family could spend a day at a Delmarva beach? The beaches were open to all. Look around the beaches today. Working class persons and their families aren’t wanted. The rich and super rich have taken over Delmarva beaches. You can see gated communities with “No Visitors” allowed signs, posted up and down the coast.” Same thing happened here in Blades. So-called developers promised, by building the Marina it would bring work into the area. The Marina is also gated. What happened? The working class who could not afford our beaches, were forbidden to fish in the river. Why? The people who owned boats and lived in other towns and states complained our people, who fished, got their fishing lines caught in their boat props. On and on it goes! I can write a book on the shaft the working class received from the rich. Scratch owning the American dream of having your own home. Only the rich, like

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Tony Windsor hit it out of the ballpark with his comments in his 5/7/09 article, especially with “The bottom line is, the United States is a great country. But make no mistake about it, our greatness is only parelleled by our strength, and our willingness to allow our citizens to feel safe from the attacks of those who seek to do us harm.” I don’t believe it can be said any better. Bob Wootten

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Job support workshops

Last fall after the announcement that Invista was going to be laying off a few hundred people, area clergy and lay persons met to determine how to support those who are experiencing unemployment and difficulty in finding work. The Job Loss Response Team has developed workshops based on the book by Richard Nelson Bolles, “What Color is Your Parachute?” for those who are unemployed or underemployed. Topics and dates include: • Entering the World of 50+, May 20 • How to Choose a New Career, May 27 • How to Start Your Own Business, June 3 These workshops are free. Preregistration is preferred as seating is limited. Call Susan Kent at 302-745-1935 or email susanrkent@yahoo.com.

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Free workshops are available to help people search for and find new jobs. These workshops are to be held at Trinity Transport, 1201 Bridgeville Highway, Seaford. on Wednesday, May 20, from 2 to 5 p.m.; and Wednesday, May 27, from 2 to 5 p.m.; The May 20 workshop will cover “Resume Writing” and “Understanding the Interview Process.” The May 27 workshop will consist of one-on-one consultations and mock interviews. Registration is limited to 20 participants per workshop. Call 856-5818 to register.

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