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News PRESERVATION - Citizen scientists work to keep the Nanticoke watershed healthy. Page 8 HIGH TECH - Seaford has a number of companies tied to truly ground-breaking technologies. Page 9 RELAY - The American Cancer Society’s signature fundraising activity isn’t just a walk in the park. Page 12 DEDICATION - The Vince Morris Trail at Chapel Branch will be dedicated April 25. Page 14 SUPPORT - New chapter of cancer support group to hold open house in May. Page 15 HEALTH - Parents with good intentions may inadvertently be abusing their children. Page 16 DENIED - A fire company request to close an alley is denied in Bridgeville. Page 19 PARkS - Laughing at someone else’s misfortune can lead to your own misfortune. Page 50 CALIO - Her courage ignited a boycott that helped change America. Page 53

Sports OVERTImE - The Woodbridge girls’ soccer team battled Polytech in a game that went into overtime last week. Page 43 STARS - A Seaford baseball player, a Seaford boys’ tennis player, a Seaford girls’ tennis player, and a Sussex Tech softball player are Seaford’s Stars of the Week. Page 45

Index Business 6 Bulletin Board 21-24 Church 26 Classifieds 32-38 Education 40-42 Final Word 59 Frank Calio 53 Gas Lines 51 Gourmet 20 Health 16-17 Letters 58

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Seaford’s Penco Corporation celebrates 60th anniversary By Lynn R. Parks In the more than 30 years that they have been with the company that their fathers founded, Kent Peterson and George Sapna have not seen an economic downturn as deep or severe as the one the nation is experiencing now. But they believe that the economy has turned a corner. And they agree that their company, the Seaford-based Penco Corporation, is stronger than ever. “In the past 18 months, we have done a top-to-bottom restructuring, and we are more focused,” said Peterson, executive vice president. “We are more efficient, we are more productive. And we will be more successful.” That restructuring included the loss of 20 employees, through attrition and through layoffs. “Layoffs are always a terrible thing to have to do,” said Peterson. “But we had to keep the ship sailing. We still have 70 employees here who are dependent on us being healthy.” This summer, Penco, a warehousing and plumbing and heating supply distribution company, will celebrate 60 years in business. Peterson and Sapna are looking forward to the future — to building more branches on Delmarva or beyond, perhaps, or even branching out from plumbing and heating supplies to other types of distribution. “Our sales are growing,” said Sapna, company president. “People are starting new projects and there are some housing developments in the works.” They are joined in that optimism by their sons. Scott Sapna, 30, joined the business seven years ago and Jeff Peterson, 28, joined the business five years ago. Scott is vice president of sales and Jeff is vice president of finances. “In 2005 and 2006 we couldn’t hire people fast enough Continued to page four

The Penco Corporation, soon to be 60 years old, is in the hands of the founders’ sons and grandsons. From left: George Sapna Jr., Scott Sapna, Kent Peterson and Jeff Peterson. They are standing in front of Elegant Designs, the luxury kitchen and bath showroom that the company opened in Seaford in 2007. Photo by Lynn R. Parks.

Since 1949 Penco Corporation has been growing and changing to meet the needs of its customers. Shown here on the June 1979 cover of Supply House Times are, from left, George Sapna Jr., George Sapna Sr. and Kent Peterson at the original House of Baths in Seaford.

Penco, originally called Peninsula Plumbing Supply, was founded on Aug. 3, 1949, by Oscar Peterson Jr. and George Sapna Sr. This photo was taken in 1957.

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Star newspapers support B&G Club’s ‘Parking Lot Tour’

Morning Star Publications, publishers of the Laurel Star and Seaford Star newspapers, is joining the Western Sussex Boys & Girls Club to help send area kids to summer camp. The “Send a Kid to Camp” project features a series of “parking lot” performances by local singer, Tony Windsor. Windsor will be featured in different area business parking lots to help raise awareness of the Boys & Girls Club program, including its “Summer Fun Club.” He will perform popular country music, Motown and classic rock of the ‘50s, ‘60s, ‘70s and ‘80s, while promoting the “Send a Kid to Camp” project. Contributions can be made at the performance booth. Upcoming locations of the “Parking Lot Tour to Send a Kid to Camp” will be listed in the Laurel Star and Seaford Star newspapers. Any business interested in hosting the performances in their store parking lot can contact Maria Motley at the Western Sussex Boys & Girls Club by calling 628-3789. The project is seeking high-traffic parking lots and there is no charge to participate.

Fundraiser-Memorial Service

Renee Roissier Miller died tragically on March 4. She leaves behind, her husband Jamie Miller, and their nine children. A Fundraiser-Memorial Service will be held on April 19, 2009, 3-8 p.m. at Seacrets, to benefit the Miller children. Below is a website we set up to honor her memory. I hope you will take the time to read about Renee, her family and what happened to her. We are all devastated by her death and struggling to deal with this senseless tragedy. We remain hopeful and encouraged by the outpouring of love and concern that our friends, family and the community here and in Tennessee have shown our family. It gives us hope for a brighter future. The website is reneeroissiermiller.com

Delaware Bike Summit

The Delaware Bike Summit will be Friday, April 24, at Delaware Technical and Community College in Dover. Admission is free, but pre-registration is required. For details, call the Delaware Bicycle Council, (302) 760-BIKE, or visit bike. deldot.gov. The summit will be opened by Gov. Jack Markell, whose platform included a plan to make Delaware a bicycle-friendly state. Keynote speaker will be Mike Ronkin, Salem, Oregon. Ronkin, who until 2006 was bicycle and pedestrian program manager for the Oregon Department of Transportation, is owner of Designing Streets for Pedestrians and Bicycles, a consulting and training firm. The agenda includes presentations by Congressman Mike Castle and Sen. Tom Carper. Representatives of regional bicycle programs will also speak. Last week a group of six cyclists rode from Bethany Beach to Rehoboth, then through Georgetown to Seaford City Hall to promote the summit. DelDOT spokesman Jim Westhoff said that the focus of the summit is to encourage people and agencies throughout the state to work together to make Delaware a bicycle-friendly state.

Representative Short coffee cancelled

Due to the passing of his father, Wesley C. Short, state Rep. Danny Short haa cancelled his monthly morning coffee scheduled for this Friday.

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and all we did was react to situations,” said Scott. “Today’s business is a lot different and we have had to become proactive. We have done a good job of making the company stronger.” Jeff added that enduring the economic downturn was a good learning experience. “When Scott and I first came here, this business was easy,” he said. “In a way, I’m glad [the downturn] happened, so that we could learn from it.” “It was great for them to see the down side and learn why a business can’t live on the edge,” added Kent. Decades of growth Penco, originally called Peninsula Plumbing Supply, was founded on Aug. 3, 1949, by Oscar Peterson Jr. and George Sapna Sr. The two entrepreneurs were working for Seaford Plumbing Supply and when the contract they had with the owner was not honored, they decided to strike out on their own. They opened their own supply company at 613 Water St., Seaford, just down the street from that of their former employer. “My dad would stand out in the street and when plumbers came by on their way to Seaford Plumbing, he would flag them down and give them coffee, anything to get them to come in and buy,” George Jr. said. By 1955, the company had grown to the point that it needed more space. Sapna and Peterson bought the former Delaware Hosiery Mill at 200 N. Delaware Ave. in Seaford and the company moved in in January 1956. The first branch store was opened in Salisbury, Md., in 1964. In 1965, Sapna and Peterson entered into an agreement with the DuPont Co. to provide warehouse space, trucking and handling services for the Seaford nylon plant. The company opened a 123,000-square foot warehouse on Stein Highway west of Seaford in April 1967. Today, Penco has nearly 600,000 square feet of warehouse space on Stein Highway, which it leases out to half a dozen customers. In 1985, the company, by then the

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Hearing set on Seaford’s plan to borrow $2.79 million Federal stimulus money would pay more than half the cost of water system improvements By Lynn R. Parks

The city of Seaford will hold a public hearing May 12 on its plan to borrow $2.79 million for water system improvements. This is one of four “shovel-ready” projects the city hopes to complete with the help of federal economic stimulus money. The 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 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. Federal stimulus money would pay more than half of the cost of the project. “We would get 52-percent principal

forgiveness, if the city does everything it is supposed to,” city manager Dolores Slatcher told the city council Tuesday night. At an earlier meeting, Slatcher said that this project is among those that the city has wanted to do for years, but has never had the funding. “We are ready to go for bidding once we get the authorization,” she told the council at the March 10 meeting. Slatcher could not say what the interest rate on the loan would be, but said that the last loan the city received, in May 2008,

carried a 2.9-percent interest rate. The city will be required to pay 1 percent of the total loan, or $27,294, at the time of the loan approval. For your information: The city of Seaford will hold a public hearing Tuesday, May 12, on its plan to borrow $2.79 million for water system improvements. The hearing will start at 7:05 p.m. and will be held in the council chamber in city hall, 414 High St., Seaford. For details, call the city, 629-9173.

Seniors want to own planned life enhancement center By Lynn R. Parks

The Seaford City Council wants more information before it can agree to a request by the Nanticoke Senior Center that the center be allowed to own the building it plans to build. Construction of the 11,000-square-foot “life enhancement center” is planned for seven acres in the city’s Ross Business Park. The city will continue to own the land and had planned to own the building, in an arrangement similar to those that it has with the Seaford Volunteer Fire Depart-

ment and the Soroptimist Club, both of which operate in buildings that the city owns. Christy Pennington, a consultant with Horizon Philanthropic, Lewes, who is leading the effort to raise $2.37 million for the new senior center, told the council Tuesday night that fundraising could be more successful if the building that the organization is asking money for will in the end be owned by the organization. She is pursuing government loans and grants, she said, and applications for that type of funding have to come from the owner of the building.

Time is of the essence, Pennington added, because the senior center’s lease with the Western Sussex Boys and Girls Club in Seaford will run out in less than a year, in March. “There are a lot of deserving seniors who are going to be homeless soon, if we don’t do something,” said Rob Harman, capital campaign chairman for the center. “We have to define ownership of the building, so we can tell people what it is exactly we are raising money for,” he added. The center has about 900 members. City manager Dolores Slatcher asked

Pennington and Harman to provide to the city a letter, outlining the senior center’s request. She also asked for an example of a land-lease agreement, something that Harman, an area real estate agent, said he could provide. “We hear your request, but we have to go to our solicitor,” Slatcher said. “We have never done this before and we have to be comfortable with it.” Slatcher said that the senior center’s request will come back to the city council, along with information from the city’s solicitor, James Fuqua.

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Business Kirk receives award

Willis Kirk of Laurel was presented with the 2009 George M. Worrilow Award for service to agriculture on March 14 at the annual University of Delaware Ag Alumni Association Social. The Ag Alumni Association established the Worrilow Award in honor of Dr. George M. Worrilow, who was the dean of the UD College of Agriculture and Natural Resources (CANR) from 1954 to 1965 and whose entire career was dedicated to the betterment of agriculture. Kirk graduated from UD with a bachelor’s degree in general agriculture and agriculture education in 1967.

Bennett named top agent

Frank Parks and Rob Harman, broker/ co-owners of Home Team Realty, announce that Rick Bennett was the Top Producer and Top Listing Agent for the month of March.

Briggs King receives designation

Ruth Briggs King, executive vice president of the Sussex County Association of Realtors, is being honored by the National Association of Realtors with the Certified Executive (RCE) designation.

Ruth Briggs King is one of over 350 realtor association executives who have achieved this mark of excellence. Applicants must document their association management and academic experiences. Eligible candidates must then pass a multiple choice exam based on a comprehensive understanding of association operations and management practices. To retain the designation, RCEs must be recertified every four years. King will receive an award plaque from representatives of the Delaware Association of Realtors.

Jeanette’s celebrates 20 years

Jeanette DeWolf, owner of Jeanette’s (formerly known as Jeanette’s Hair Gallery) located in Woodland, is celebrating 20 years in business this month. Since opening her single chair salon, she has added a tanning bed, children’s play area and a solarium as a reception area where clients can view the abundance of nature while watching the birds at the feeders as they wait for their appointment. In addition to a new name, the salon has adopted a more natural approach with the theme of hair, sun and nature.

Delegates applaud agreement The Department of the Interior and the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission have announced an agreement to work together to allow renewable energy production in offshore waters. This new agreement will allow the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission to have jurisdiction over hydrokinetic energy, and the Minerals Management Service of the Department of Interior to have jurisdiction for other sources of renewable energy. Delaware delegation recently led an effort urging the new Secretary of

the Interior Ken Salazar to quickly issue regulations for offshore energy production. In response to the agreement, the Delaware delegation issued the following statement, “We applaud this new agreement and now urge Secretary Salazar and the Department of the Interior to move as quickly as possible to permit offshore wind energy production. Our nation’s offshore wind industry is just in its infancy. For it to survive and prosper, we cannot afford more delays from the federal government.”

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MORNING STAR • APRIL 16 - 22, 2009

Citizen scientists work to keep watershed healthy By Lynn R. Parks

On a cold and windy April morning, Ric Johansen stood on the end of the floating dock at Phillip’s Landing near Bethel and dipped water out from the Broad Creek. He measured the water’s temperature and checked its clarity, lowering a black and white disc into the water until he could no longer see it. Fellow volunteer Fred Sponseller, who lives near Bethel, tested the water that Johansen dipped out of the creek to determine its acidity and dissolved oxygen levels, numbers that he recorded on a sheet of paper, along with details about the weather. He also bottled two samples of Broad Creek water that will be tested in a lab for bacteria and nutrients. Johansen, of Laurel, and Sponseller are volunteers with the Nanticoke Watershed Alliance’s creek watchers program. Last Tuesday, the two men started their monitoring season, a season that will last through November. “The Nanticoke River Watershed is the cleanest watershed in the Chesapeake Bay area,” said Sponseller. “And we want to keep it that way.” The creek watchers program, funded by grants from the Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control and the Chesapeake Bay Trust, was started in 2007. Last year, volunteers monitored water quality at about 30 sites in the Nanticoke watershed. This year, nearly 40 volunteers will visit 43 sites, taking water samples every two weeks. Collected data will be sent to Delaware and Maryland state agencies as well as to the federal Environmental Protection Agency’s Chesapeake Bay program. Envirocorp, a water-testing company in Harrington, does the lab analysis of the water samples for free. Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, helps the Nanticoke Watershed Alliance manage the data and compile an annual report on water quality. The 2007 report is available on the alliance’s website, www.nanticokeriver.org; the 2008 report is set to be released in late spring. Megan Ward, program manager for the Nanticoke Watershed Alliance, said that the data that volunteers collected in 2007 and 2008 support Sponseller’s statement that the Nanticoke is the healthiest river in the bay watershed. “The Nanticoke River is a symbol of what a Chesapeake Bay watershed should look like,” she said. Using volunteers to monitor the watershed’s water quality creates “ambassadors” for the river, Ward added; people who see first-hand how healthy the water is and then go out into the community and talk about the health of the Nanticoke and the value of protecting it. “The more attention the river gets and the more people realize its importance, the better chance it has to stay healthy,” she added. “People understand that we should fix things before they are broken.” Ward calls the volunteer creek watchers “citizen scientists.” “They are out in the field, keeping an eye on the health of the river and commu-

Ric Johansen, a volunteer with the Nanticoke Watershed Alliance’s creek watchers program, checks the clarity of Broad Creek at Phillips Landing near Bethel. The monitoring program started last Tuesday and will go through November. Photo by Lynn R. Parks

nicating back to us,” she said. “Our volunteer monitoring program is by far the most rigorous in the Chesapeake Bay region.” Johansen, who retired from an oil refinery in Philadelphia in 2004, said that during the decades that he worked there, he saw the health of the Schuylkill River, on which the refinery is located, improve

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dramatically. “I would say that while I was there, the Schuylkill improved 80 percent,” he said. “I would never want the Nanticoke to look like the Schuylkill once did.” “This program is a wonderful thing,” he added. “We want to make sure that we leave something behind that we can be proud of.”

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NoUVIR researchers share new technology used in museums When our tallest downtown building is a church steeple and tractors and chicken trucks are a common sight, it’s easy to forget Seaford has a number of companies tied to truly ground-breaking technologies. A big part of our rural community works daily on the cutting-edge of science. These companies are changing the world. The sources of this technology are not New York City, the Silicon Valley, Houston or Seattle, but Seaford, Delaware. Once again, our community’s technology is reaching outside of Delaware. On April 21, Ruth Ellen Miller, co-founder and president of NoUVIR Research, will present some of her research to the South Jersey Section of the American Chemical Society in Deptford, N.J. She will teach practical applications of quantum electrodynamics in “Reflected Energy Matching Theory as Applied to Photochemical Damage and the Response of Atomic Structure to Photons and Radiation.” Miller will discuss what light is, the mechanics of light dam-

age and how it happens and why photons threaten artifacts in museums and collections. For the American Chemical Society, it will be an introduction into the fascinating science of where the “photo” in light impacts the “chemical” in a structure causing photochemical damage. It starts with understanding the physical nature of light, a subject that has baffled scientists for centuries. Miller will also detail her theory of Reflected Energy Matching. Stated simply, Miller’s theory says that reflected energy, the light we see reflected from an object, does not create damage. Absorbed energy, the radiation we can’t see, which is 94% of energy in incandescent lighting, does cause damage. While that sounds like a nobrainer, it took Ruth Ellen and her father, Jack, three years and several million dollars to develop a practical lighting system with no non-visible radiation. The proven REM Theory is put into practice in museums throughout the country. The

National Volunteer Week celebration

Nanticoke Health Services joins communities across the nation in celebrating National Volunteer Week, April 19-25. This year’s theme is NHS Volunteers: Stars, Stripes, and Volunteers Forever. The dedicated volunteers of Nanticoke Health Services gave over 33,000 hours of service in 2008. According to Jean Baldwin, director of Volunteer Services, Nanticoke Health Services will say a red, white and blue “Thank You” to the hundreds of citizens who actively volunteer their time and talents to the betterment of their community. Volunteers will be recognized at a banquet on Thursday, April 23 at 5 p.m. at the Seaford Golf & Country Club. To learn more about becoming a Nanticoke Health Services volunteer, call 302-6296611, ext. 2475.

Meet the Woodbridge Candidates night

The Woodbridge School District PTO will host a “Meet the Candidates” night at Woodbridge Elementary School on Tuesday, April 28, at 7 p.m. Candidates involved in this election are Alice Jeanne Matsinger and Willie Savage II. We welcome district residents to come and get a better understanding of our candidates and ask questions pertaining to their views on the future of our district.

Seaford School Board Candidates Forum

The Western Sussex Branch of the American Association of University Women will sponsor a Seaford School Board Candidates Forum at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, April 29, in the Central Elementary School Auditorium, Delaware Place, Seaford. The three candidates running for the five-year term beginning July 1 are Douglas Collins, Kathryn Kimpton and Richard Williams. The election will be held on Tuesday, May 12 from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., at the District Administrative Office, N. Market St., Seaford.

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REM Theory protects rare Civil War uniforms. You can also see it in practice at the Delaware Public Archives in Dover where Delaware’s copy of the Bill of Rights is on display and closer to home, throughout the Seaford Museum. Lighting with absolutely no ultraviolet radiation and no infrared energy (no heat), no UV and no IR, has been manufactured

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OPEN HOUSE EVENT MLS# 563879 $399,900 - 10368 Fox Glen Drive, Bridgeville, DE Hostess - Carol Crouse 302-2364648 Great house, ready to move-in! This house is a delight for car buffs. There is a 2 car detached garage 24x26, and a 2 car attached garage 4 cars total. Great to keep all cars out of the weather. 4 bdrm, 3.5 ba on a private lot with sunroom and wild life view. Directions: go north on 13, turn R on Camp Rd., to go Eskridge Rd., turn R, follow to Fox Glen, turn R , house is at the end.

Home Team Realty • 629-7711 M L S # 564233 $289,900 103 Emily’s Pintail Drive, Bridgeville H o s t ess: Trina J o y n e r 302-8587298 Best price in this over 55+ community. First flr has beautiful master suite w/full bath, extra bdrm/study, 2nd full ba, kitchen, dinning and living room and sunroom. Second floor has bdrm suite w/lg sitting area, full bath, extra bedroom/storage area. 2 car garage and patio. Directions: Heritage Shores is on the southbound side of Rt 13, go around first circle, go 3/4 around 2nd circle, go R on Wills Island, 1st R Emily’s Pintail, stay to left, #103.

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MLS# 567878 $239,900 16565 Laurel Rd., Laurel, DE

Hostess - Holly Cooper 302-236-3352 Very well maintained and spacious 3 bdrm, 2 ba home. Nice open floor plan, great family kitchen w/tons of cabinets, fireplace, office, screened porch, rear deck, 3 bay garage w/concrete & electric plus storage shed & more. Directions: From Rt 13 S, E on Rt 24, property is approx 6 miles on your left, look for sign.

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MLS# 566810 $675,000 12685 Seashore Highway, Georgetown Host - Sean Steward 302-381-1085 Own a piece of history - restored and updated with modern kitchen and new energy efficient heating-cooling system. Located on historic Collins Mill Pond, built in 1970 by Governor Collins. This 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath offers 3,000sf w/huge mstr bdrm. This home is unique!!! Directions: 13N, right onto 404, continue to Collins Pond, home is on left after pond.

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MLS# 567186 $339,900 - 12131 County Seat Highway, Laurel, DE Host - Ryan Horne 302-381-8438 Beautiful 6.35 acre subdividable parcel with 2nd perc complete. This 3 bdrm, 2 ba home is in excellent condition with some updates. Also includes 12x30 horse stable/barn, orchard, 2 car attached gar., and 2 car detached gar w/ paved drive. Directions: South on Rt. 13 to Rt 9 East, approx. 1.9 miles, 5th house on L past Fire Tower Rd.

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MLS# 561228 $264,000 7856 Grace Circle, Seaford Host - Bobby Nibblett 302-236-2164 3 bdrm, 2 ba home very well maintained home in desirable Hill-nDale, home offers formal dining room, 2 car garage w/ unfinished bonus rm above, back deck, brick foundation all on a beautifully landscaped and shaded lot. Directions: From Alt 13, take River Rd W to left into Hill-n-Dale, left on Grace Circle, follow to #7856.

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CANCELED MLS# 562174 $259,000 7831 Grace Circle, Seaford Hostess - Judy Rhodes 302-841-3725 This 3 bdrm, 2 ba cape cod style home offers a sunken living room, open kitchen w/corian countertops. Vaulted ceilings and “Loft” in MBR. Lg detached garage - 24x32. vinyl fencing, great landscaping w/motion sensor lights all situated on a corner lot in a great development. New HVAC ‘08. Directions: From Market Street, Blades, turn W onto River Rd., travel around “S” curve to just past top of hill, turn L into Hill-n-Dale, first L onto Grace Circle, house is on the R before new phase.

MLS# 561915 $190,000 14 Robinson Circle, Seaford Hostess - Rodney Joyner 302-745-3840 Get to know your neighbors in this cozy 3 bdrm, 2 ba in town home with sidewalks and street lights. Walking distance to public pool, rec-center, schools, work and shopping. Directions: Fr Seaford 20W (Stein Hwy), right on 13A (Bridgeville Hwy), L on Virginia Ave., entrance on your left, stay

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MLS# 568124 $238,500 7793 NW Main Street, Bethel Host - Steve Ellis 302-249-3511 Nicely kept home in historic Bethel, home offers 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, 23x12 heated enclosed sunroom, attached to family room. All sitting on a large country lot - that may be subdividable - mixed use commercial. Directions: Fr Rt 13, go W on Bethel Rd., cross over Rt 13A & Woodland Rd, home is on left at edge in town of Bethel.

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MAKe OFFer 26755 Line rd., Seaford - Country living at its best immaculate 3 BR, 1 1/2 bath rancher w/spacious eat-in kitchen, all appl’s., storage bldg. & patio. All on 1.43 acres. $225,000 MLS#568123 Directions: Take Stein Hwy. West. Turn left at Reliance store (Line Rd.) go 3-4 miles. Turn left on Marine Lane. (House on right) Your Hostess: Gerry Thomas

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505 Oak rd., Westview, Seaford - Custom built 1900 sq. ft. Cape Cod. 1st Floor offers 2 lg. BRs, bath, den/ BR, DR, kit., LR, 2 porches. 2nd Floor offers 2 lg. BRs (one BR has add’l. area - perfect for sewing rm., nursery, walk-in closet) 1 bath, 3 attics. Hardwood floors & new roof on dbl. corner lot. Motivated sellers. Make offer! $215,000 (542761) Your Hostess: Marla McTeer

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WOnDerfuL HOme for the larger family with 1.62 acres of land and no restrictions close to town. 4 bdrm 3 bath, 2 story with newly finished basement includes lg. screen TV! Turn key wood-workers shop w/extra detached 24x24 garage. Hay storage, lrg. Deck, w/ koi pond, blk top circular drive. offered at $379,900 MLS#561707, Hostess: Nancy Price cell 302-2363619 Directions: South thru Blades. Turn R on River rd. Approx. 2 miles down on left.

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unBeLIeVABLe PrICe reDuCTIOn! Unique, contemporary home on a private wooded lot in desirable Collins Pond Acres, Georgetown. 3BR, 1.5BA, 1 car garage, huge family room, screened porch, fireplace, upgraded eat-in kitchen, pretty wood floors, all appliances included. $149,900 (MLS# 551403) Directions: East from Rt. 13 on Rt. 18, Seashore Hwy. for approx 5 miles. Cross over Collins Pond Bridge, turn Left onto Gravel Branch Rd., turn Left on Collins Pond Rd., home is third home on Right. Your Host: Woody Hunsberger

733 Hurley Park Dr., Seaford - Attractive 3 BR, 2 bath custom built home offering spacious kit. w/movable island, all appl’s., dining area w/sliding glass doors, leading to deck & private back yard. Offers alarm system & all new shrubs. Home has handicap accessible interior $234,900 (MLS#529146) Your Hostess: Eleanor Hickey

MLS# 566224 $249,950 7909 Grace Circle, Seaford Hostess Jenn Horne 302-381-8417 This 3 bdrm, 2.5 ba home in located in Hill-n-Dale. Home features open floor plan w/cathedral ceilings, loft over looking the living room, vinyl fenced backyard w/pool and decking. All on 1/2 acre lot. Directions: From Alt. 13, take River Road W, turn left into Hill-n-Dale, L on Grace Circle, follow around to home on left.

4BR, 2BA Ranch for unDer $200,000 Completely redone! The open/split floor plan and details make this home stand out from the rest. Ultra modern kitchen with granite tile countertops. LR and hall flooring has extra detail work. Landscaping and Koi pond, 2 car garage with work area, plus a shed! What a buy! (MLS#564980) $197,310 Directions: Rt. 13-A approx. 1 mile South of Laurel on Right˜See sign. Your Host: Fred Sponseller

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Just reduced over $12,000! Brand new for you! Pick your carpet colors. Very nice new home in a great country location yet close to town amenities! Oversized 2 car garage with large Bonus/Storage room above with walk in stairs. Formal foyer, lg. fam./living room, Gas Fireplace, King Size Master Suite with soaking tub and walk in California Closets. This home has too much to mention. Another must see! (MLS#557309) $257,900 Directions: Heading South from Seaford/Blades on Alt.13 past Mernies Produce. Turn Right on Johnson Rd. (488). Cross over railroad tracks. Home on Right. Your Host: John Allen

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Adorable rancher with sunroom, large country kitchen, great room, attached garage and fenced in rear yard in Westview. Many updates includes: hardwood floors throughout, roof, heating system, central A/C and paint. A great place to call home. (MLS#566915) $154,900 Directions: West on Stein Hwy., through town. Make a left onto Hickory St., Follow almost to the end. See sign on Right. Your Hostess: Mary Harding

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38314 Providence Church Rd. Delmar. From Rt 13 go west on Rt 54 (Line Rd) to left on Providence Church Rd. Home on Right. Hostess: Dianne Reece. MLS# 562324

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32584 Meadow Branch Rd. Laurel. Rt 24 West,cross over Horsey Pond, development on left. Make left on Meadow Dr. Property on right, no sign, house # on mail box. Hostess: Barbara Smith. MLS# 565670

6207 Old Sharptown Road, Laurel. Rt 24 West (Sharptown Rd) Right on Airport Rd. Cross over Mt. Pleasant Rd. First home on Right. Hostess: Tina Rix. MLS# 555116

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9669 N. Shore Dr. Seaford. Seaford Rt 13 North turn right (East) on Middleford Rd, go approx. 1.5 miles, turn right onto North Shore Dr. Follow around the bend, house on left. Host: Jaime Steelman MLS#566652

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26982 CREST DR., MALIHORN CREST This home has it all! 3 BR, 2 1/2 bath, LR, DR, wonderful kit., FP, plus many more custom features. 2 car garage, lg. wooded lot. $349,900 Directions: Woodland Rd., to Malihorn Crest. Enter development, right on Crest Dr., home on right.

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7131 CANNON RD, BRIDGEVILLE Lovely 3-BR, 2-BA Victorian on well-landscaped acre lot on Rt. 18, west of Bridgeville. Huge FR has adj. sunroom w/skylights, separate office or possible 4th BR on 1st floor, in-ground pool & scr. pool house, det. 2-car garage, & more! REDUCED to $249,999 (MLS 560581) HOSTESS: Sandy Duncan

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802 SE 4th St. Milford. Home is 1/2 block west of Lulu Ross Elementary School. From Marshall St. Milford, turn east on SE 4th St. Property is on the right. Hostess: Wanda Rash. MLS #567901

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26959 CREST DRIVE, MALIHORN CREST Spectacular 4 BR, 2.5 bath home offers LR, DR, kit. w/adjoining family rm. Basement, att. garage, scr. porch, deck, acre lot. $378,900 Directions: Woodland Rd. to Malihorn Crest. Enter development, right on Crest Dr., home on left.

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108 POPLAR ST, LAUREL Ready to Move In – this completely renovated home in Laurel offers new kitchen, full bath & 2 half baths, LR, DR, & 3 BRs. $174,900 (MLS 567748)

100 Woodsedge Dr. Hurlock, MD. From Highway 392 at light in Hurlock, go south on Highway 331, take left at Jackson Street, right into Woodsedge, home on right corner. Hosts: Lee & Sabrina Marland MLS # 567617

Route 13, RT. 16 Greenwood, East on RT. 16, to Hunters Cove Road, Right on Hunters Cove to end. Property on right before Oak Road. Host: Conrad Boisvert. MLS#562718

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8939 BRYAN ST (THE OAKS), SEAFORD Renovated 3-BR house north of Seaford (off Rt 13A) has a lot of attributes: HW floors, large rooms, fresh paint, new plumbing pipes & air conditioning system, remodeled baths, & more! $169,900 (MLS 559539) HOSTESS: Fran Ruark

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6735 HOOTER COURT, LAUREL Spacious 3-BR custom home with 3 full floors of living space plus walk-out basement, 3-car garage, & 1 acre adjoining state of DE wildlife lands. $519,900 (#566010) DIRECTIONS: Go S thru Bethel on Shell Bridge Rd, turn R on Phillips Landing Rd, turn R into White Owl Landing, prop on L. HOSTESS: Karen Hamilton

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9759 LOBLOLLY AVE, LAUREL Exceptionally Cozy & Well-Kept D/W home on a leased lot. Lots of upgrades can be found in this beautiful 3-BR, 2-BA home. Appliances, shed & carport are included. $49,900 (MLS 566535) DIRECTIONS: S on Rt 13, R on Boyce Rd, turn into Laurel Vlg, turn R & follow Loblolly Ave around to back of park; home on corner lot on L. HOSTESS: Tina Moore

1 BROOKE HAVEN DR, SEAFORD 4 BR, 2.5 BA ranch w/ sunroom & 2-car garage on a spacious corner lot in Clearbrooke Estates. Recent improvements include new carpeting and porcelain floors. $249,900 (MLS #547135) HOSTESS: Susie Mordes

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Our Graduates hard work has paid off, and now their diplomas will take them to new heights of success. Wish them all the b est On GraduatiOn day and alWays! morning star Publications' annual Graduation magazine will feature graduates of local schools.

This year's keepsake edition will be inserted in the Seaford and Laurel Star on Thursday, May 21, 2009. Call 302-629-9788 or email sales@mspublications to reserve space for your message.

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Western Sussex Relay for Life goal is $145,000 By Carol Kinsley

Just as a personal fight with cancer is long and often grueling, the American Cancer Society’s signature fund-raising activity, Relay for Life, isn’t just a quick walk in the park, but at least it’s enjoyable. Held in many different communities across the nation, Relays for Life are an overnight event, some lasting 24 hours, with team members taking turns walking a half-hour or hour at a time. This year they will be at the Nanticoke Hospital Mears Health campus across from the post office in Seaford May 15 through 16, from 6 p.m. until 8 a.m. There will be a reception for cancer survivors at 4 p.m. Relay for Life is a moving celebration of cancer survivorship. First around the track are cancer survivors, taking a victory lap. A candlelight ceremony is held later in the evening to honor cancer survivors and to remember those who have been lost to the disease. The idea began in 1985 with Dr. Gordy Klatt, a Tacoma, Wash., colorectal surgeon who decided to show his support for all his patients who had battled cancer and to personally raise money for the fight by doing something he enjoyed, running marathons. He ran the track at Baker Stadium at the University of Puget Sound for 24 hours, logging more than 83 miles. Cheered on by patients, family and friends, he raised $27,000 that night. The idea caught on and became a volunteer-driven, community event. In Sussex County, there are two events, east and west, with Georgetown the dividing point; however, lots of people participate in both when they can. East Sussex Relay for Life will be held May 8 through 9 at the American Legion Post 28, 31768 Legion Dr., Millsboro. For more information, visit www.relayforlife. org/eastsussex. Twenty-eight teams with a total of 245 members have already registered for the West Sussex Relay, including more than 70 cancer survivors, some of them still in treatment. “It’s not too late to register,” suggested Tara Trout, one of last year’s top participants. Teams can register or get more information at www.relayforlife.org/westsussex, or by calling Trout at (302) 5361076. Each participant is asked to raise a minimum of $100, or each team, $1,000. This year’s goal is $145,000, an ambitious increase over 2008’s $131,000 proceeds — but it rained last year, Trout explained. In fact, she lamented, it always seems to rain on relay weekend. This year the group is prepared with a “rain location” at Nanticoke Hospital’s Cancer Care Center Parking Garage on Middleford Road. All proceeds go to help people of western Sussex who are battling cancer — for treatment, research, even wigs. Those in need of such assistance can call the American Cancer Society at (800) ACS-2345 or visit www.cancer.org. Trout described the event as a big camporee. Teams set up tents at campsites along the trail for those who are staying all night. (Note camp fires are forbidden.)

Some sites are decorated in keeping with the year’s theme, which for 2009 is “Rock ‘N Relay.” The campsites are judged, and one team will win a trophy. A trophy is also given for the most “spirit points” earned by such things as attending pre-relay meetings, and to the

team that brings in the most money. Top teams last year were Team Trinity, Soroptimist of Seaford, Curves for a Cure, Cedar Avenue Circus and the Wolf Gang. Several bands and individuals will be performing throughout the night. Much of the fundraising will continue, with bake

sales, hot dogs, pork sandwiches, jewelry sales, raffles and a silent auction that goes on until 7 a.m. The event is open to the public until 11 p.m. Leading up to the Relay for Life are a number of fun fundraising events. Team Continued to page 55

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Candy Abbott honored in Delaware Tech Hall of Fame A woman who was associated with Delaware Technical & Community College before the college officially opened was inducted on March 12 into the Hall of Fame at the Owens Campus. Candace (Candy) Abbott, a resident of Georgetown, was honored for her dedication and outstanding service to the college. A bronze plaque will hang in the foyer of the Stephen J. Betze Library in recognition of her contributions. Dr. Timothy Kavel, retired vice president and campus director and Abbott’s former supervisor, described Abbot as an excellent communicator who is trustworthy, honest, and competent. Originally from East Orange, N.J., Abbott moved to Delaware at the age of six, lived for five years in Bermuda as a teenager, and graduated from Caesar Rodney High School in Dover. Abbott began her career in the Delaware Economic Department, now known as the state’s Economic Development Office, in 1966. As a secretary in the industrial division, she was able to host meetings and communicate with the founders of Delaware Tech, namely Dr. William Carter and Paul K. Weatherly. In July 1973, Abbott began her 28-year tenure as an employee of Delaware Tech. She worked for a month as an administrative secretary in the Office of the President in Dover until a position as executive secretary to the campus director at the Southern Campus (now Owens) became available. She worked with the college’s

first campus director Jack F. Owens for 23 years and second campus director Dr. Kavel for five years. The title executive secretary does not begin to describe everything Abbott did during her career at the college. She was responsible for full-time personnel and payroll work, served as a secretary to the Administrative Council, worked with the Employee Enrichment Committee, participated in the planning of events, and initiated suggestion boxes around campus. Abbott also played an instrumental role in the establishment of the Owens Campus chapter of Crusade for Christ, a Christian organization for students, which is still active on campus. While working at Delaware Tech, Abbott was inspired to write, which has led to her success as a publisher, author, and inspirational speaker. Her first non-fiction book, “Fruitbearer, What Can I Do For You, Lord?” is in its third edition. She is currently working on a spiritual fantasy trilogy; the first book, “Gavin Goodfellow: The Lure of Burnt Swamp” was released in 2007. Several of her inspirational short stories have been printed in anthologies, such as “Chicken Soup for the Christian Women’s Soul.” Abbott has been extremely busy since retiring from Delaware Tech in 2002. She is the founder/director of Delamarva’s Christian Writer’s Fellowship, a member of Toastmasters International, an ordained elder and deacon in the Presbyterian

Delaware Tech, Owens Campus Hall of Fame inductee Candy Abbott (right) stands behind her bronze plaque with Dr. Timothy Kavel (center), retired vice president and campus director, and Lois Studte (left), retired instructional director.

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Cross country trail to be dedicated to SHS track coach By Lynn R. Parks

Alyssa Casey, a 2008 graduate of Seaford High School and a veteran of that school’s track team, remembers Vince Morris as “a great coach.” “I had him for four years and no matter my mood, even when I felt like complaining, he had some kind of words to inspire me,” she added. “He was a very encouraging person.” Morris, who was track and cross country coach and athletic director at Seaford High, died Nov. 26, 2007, after a yearslong battle with cancer. “The way he fought that cancer, that was inspiration right there,” said Casey. “He never showed that he was sick.” “He was a great guy,” added Tim Fields, a junior at Seaford High and a member of the track and cross country teams. “He did a lot for all of us.” On Thursday, Casey and Fields were among a handful of volunteers who put up a kiosk at the Seaford High School cross country trail at the Chapel Branch wilderness area just outside Seaford. On Saturday, April 25, the trail will be dedicated as the Vince Morris Trail at Chapel Branch. “He would be real excited about this,”

Casey said. “I know that cross country was his main thing.” The April 25 dedication will feature a 5K run and walk, proceeds from which will go toward maintenance of the trail and also to the benefit of the American Cancer Society. The first 50 people to register for the run will receive safari hats — Morris was rarely seen without his worn straw hat. The event will also include presentations about the Chapel Branch site, which is maintained by the Nanticoke River Watershed Conservancy. Marlene Mervine with the conservancy said that the state’s Natural Heritage and Endangered Species Program has identified a 25-acre inland dune and ridge woodland area at the site. Very few such areas remain on the peninsula, she said.

For your information: The Chapel Branch 5K Walk and Run will be Saturday, April 25, starting at 8 a.m. at the Seaford High School cross country trail at Chapel Branch, on Woodland Road just outside Seaford. Registration will start at 7:30 p.m. Cost is $15, $20 after April 20. The first 50 people to register will receive safari hats. For details, contact Harry Brake, 629-4598, ext 405, or email hbrake@seaford.k12.de.us.

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Volunteers level up the new kiosk at the Chapel Branch wilderness area. The Vince Morris Trail at Chapel Branch will be dedicated there on April 25. From left: Steve Cooper with the Nanticoke River Watershed Conservancy, Alyssa Casey, a 2008 graduate of Seaford High School, where Morris was a coach, Harry Brake, a teacher and coach at the high school, Ken Covey, a volunteer with the conservancy, and SHS student and runner Tim Fields. Photo by Lynn R. Parks

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New chapter of cancer support group to hold open house in May By Lynn R. Parks

house May 21 at the Cancer Care Center. “We don’t give advice,” Skala said. Rather, “a group like this is someplace a man who is sick can talk to other men who have had cancer and undergone treatment. He can find out what treatments are available and what options he has.” Skala said that another purpose of his group is to encourage men to have prostate cancer screenings. More than 186,000 men, more than 500 of them in Delaware, were expected to be diagnosed with prostate cancer in 2008, according to the American Cancer Society. “We just want to make men aware of the disease and its treatment,” Skala said. “Our program is for all men who have been diagnosed with prostate cancer, before, during and after treatment, as well as for their wives.”

Larry Skala, Bridgeville, is a survivor of prostate cancer. And he well remembers being sick and feeling like there was no place to go for information about his illness and treatment options. “I had no place to turn to, no support group that could help out,” said Skala, who was sick in 1994 and 1995. “I did a lot of research on my own.” After his treatment, Skala found a support group, Man to Man, sponsored by the American Cancer Society. That group, which was in North Carolina where Skala was living at the time, had 300 members and was a treasure trove of information for men in all stages of treatment and recovery as well as for their wives, he said. Now, Skala has started a new chapter of Man to Man. The fledgling group, which has four members, meets once a month in the Cancer Care Center in Seaford. The group will have a booth at the annual Western Sussex Relay for Life May 15 at the Mears Campus of Nanticoke Memorial Hospital, Seaford, and is planning an open

For your information: Man to Man, a prostate cancer support group, will hold an open house Thursday, May 21, 6:30 p.m. at the Cancer Care Center, next to Nanticoke Memorial Hospital, Seaford. For details, call Larry Skala, 337-3678.

Active Adult Expo set for April 30 The 8th Annual 55+ Active Adult Expo is Thursday, April 30 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Dover Downs Hotel & Casino. Nearly 100 exhibitors will provide information pertaining to travel opportunities, local entertainment, hearing, eye care, and other health-related services, estate and financial planning, housing, educational courses, home improvements and much more. A cooking show featuring Dover Downs chefs will take place from 1 to 2 p.m. Giveaway items and opportunities to win door prizes will be promoted by the exhibitors. Don’t forget to pick up your free tomato plant at the Master Gardener’s booth. Special programs will be provided by Expo corporate sponsors Bayhealth and WSFS Bank. WSFS Bank will host bingo games at 10 a.m. for opportunities to win prizes and to learn more about reverse mortgages.

Daniel Marelli, MD will present a program at 11 a.m. called “Cardiovascular Surgery in the 21st Century” to familiarize the audience with current developments in cardiovascular surgery. All seminars will take place on the first floor in break-out rooms A and B near the Expo area. A Health & Wellness Center will feature blood pressure checks by Delaware State University nursing students, facial screenings, and foot screenings, along with Brown Bag Medicine Assessments by a Bayhealth pharmacist and various health information tables. Entertainment will be provided by Our Lady Queen of Peace senior dancers at 3 p.m. on the stage in the exhibit hall. A food court will be set up in the hallway leading to the Expo area. There are also plenty of food venues throughout Dover Downs. For more information, contact the Central Delaware Chamber of Commerce at 302-734-7513.

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Health The ethics of pushing a child too hard in sports By Dr. Anthony Policastro The April 13, 2009 Sports Illustrated had an article on what they consider a new form of child abuse. It takes the form of parents pushing their children so hard in a single sport that the children experience overuse injuries. The feeling was that this was no different than a parent injuring a child from overzealous punishment. The underlying point in the article is that even professional athletes have an off season. The purpose of that time off is for them to heal nagging injuries. Children deserve the same off season. However, some parents will have their children practice the same sport year round. When the child gets an injury, they continue pushing. There were three examples used in the article that are worth sharing. All involve what is clearly a parent not understanding that the most important job they have is to allow their child to grow in a healthy manner. The first example involved a 10 year old tennis player. She had a sore shoulder. The parents brought her to the doctor to address her shoulder problem. They needed it fixed in a hurry. That was necessary because they needed to move up to No. 5 in the State within two weeks.

The exam showed a stress fracture of The third example was a baseball the shoulder. If it was aggravated by her player with Little League elbow. Little continuing to play tennis, there could have League elbow is a condition caused by a been a permanent injury to the growing child throwing curve balls before his arm shoulder. bones are fully developed. It does not usuThe doctor told ally occur if the child the mother that she just throws fast balls Pain means injury. needed to take six until he matures. It is the body’s way of months off from In this case the tennis to allow the child needed surtelling us to slow down. process to heal. The gery. When the docOveruse of certain parts mother went into a tor came out from of the body can result in rage. She decided surgery, he was that physical therapy expecting questions. that kind of injury. The was all her daughter He expected them to adults around the child needed. The doctor be things like: “how was wrong. did the surgery go” need to know that. They The second exor “how is my child need to respect that. ample was a 10 year doing”. Instead the old soccer player. first question from the He came to the doctor mother was: “how soon with knee pain. He had been playing soccan he pitch again?” cer every day for two years with several I once had a parent ask me about Little games each week. He had a growth plate League elbow. I explained that all that was injury. If he continued playing soccer, his necessary was for the child to not throw leg would stop growing. His father was his curve balls. The response was: “That’s like coach. asking him not to pitch.” He too became angry at the doctor. The I once was asked to speak to a group mother had more sense. The child stopped of coaches about football injuries. They playing soccer and took a full year to reonly had one question after my presentacover. tion. They wanted to know if I could come

Health Briefs Volunteers needed for MS events

The Delaware Chapter of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society needs volunteers to help with two spring fundraising events: • Friday, April 24, Bridgeville — Walk MS: Twilight at Heritage Shores • Friday, May 29, Long Neck — Walk MS: Twilight at Baywood Greens 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.

Hospice volunteer training

Compassionate Care Hospice is offering training for anyone interested in becoming a hospice volunteer on Monday, April 27; Wednesday, April 29; Monday, May 4; and Wednesday, May 6 from 12:30 to 4:30 p.m. The training will be held at the Cancer Care Center, second floor Conference Room of Nanticoke Hospital in Seaford. Volunteers must be at least 18 years old, submit to routine background checks and participate in 16 hours of specialized training. Compassionate Care Hospice supports patients and families throughout Sussex

County so volunteers can work in their own community. Volunteers are able to work according to their schedule and preference. In addition to supporting patients and families in the patients’ home, volunteers can also make phone calls from their own home and/or provide office clerical support. Volunteers are encouraged to participate in monthly support meetings and exchange phone numbers to build a support network. For more information, contact Felicity Lavelle at 302-934-5900 or flavelle@cchnet.net.

CHEER plans healthy living expo

On Tuesday, April 21 the CHEER Community Center in Georgetown will host a free Healthy Living Expo from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Healthy Living Expo, which is open to the public, has room for more vendors to set up a table at the expo. The fee is $75 or $50 if you offer a health screening. For registration or more information, call 302-854-9500.

Race for Autism is April 26

The Lower Delaware Autism Foundation’s 7th Annual Race for Autism is Sunday, April 26 at Cape Henlopen High School. The race features a half marathon, two person relay, 5K run, 5K family fun walk and a kiddie fun run. The half marathon will begin at 8:10

to the games so I could examine injured players and allow them to go back into the game. I refused. I had two patients in one day from the same football team. Their regularly scheduled games were on Sundays. The coach scheduled an extra game on Saturday. They had both been injured in Saturday’s game. Their injuries were aggravated in Sunday’s game. They showed up in my office on Monday. I called the coach to complain. He blew me off. It was an Air Force Base football league. So I called the Wing commander and had the coach removed from his position. Parents and coaches are the adults involved in sports. The child cannot play sports without their active involvement. Pain means injury. It is the body’s way of telling us to slow down. Overuse of certain parts of the body can result in that kind of injury. The adults around the child need to know that. They need to respect that. There are two key lessons here. The first is that every sport needs an off season. The second is that children are not professional athletes and should not play when there is a significant injury. They may endanger their normal growth. Any adult causing such endangerment is really abusing the child.

MORNING STAR • ApRIl 16 - 22, 2009 a.m. and if you register on or before April 25 the cost is $40. All other start times and registration fees vary. Pre-registration is requested. Pre-race packet pick up will take place on Saturday, April 25 from 5 to 9 p.m. at the Greene Turtle in Lewes. The Greene Turtle will donate a portion of the proceeds of sales from 5 to 9 p.m. Fundraising is highly encouraged but not mandatory to run/walk. Those who raise more than $100 will receive a Race for Autism Bag; over $500, a $50 Walmart gift card; and those who raise more than $1,000 will receive a $100 American Express gift card. A grand prize will be given to the person who raises the most money over $1,000. “We are hoping that families and friends of those affected will begin forming teams and walk and fund raise together,” said Mary Landon Green, LDAF program and event coordinator. Many volunteers are needed for this event. Church groups, civic groups, high school sports teams, businesses and families are encouraged to help. For more information or to register for the race online, visit www.ldaf.com or call Green at 302-644-3410.

Cancer Support Group

The Wellness Community-Delaware 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 Community-Delaware 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.

Laurel 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.

Nurses’ assistant program

Become a member of the rapidly expanding health care field by taking the evening nurses’ assistant course, offered through Delaware Technical & Community College, Owens Campus. Instruction will be given at LifeCare at Lofland Park in Seaford and Delaware Tech in Georgetown from April 27 to June 25; classes will meet on Monday through Thursday from 5 to 10:30 p.m. This 150-hour course teaches students to safely perform basic nursing skills under the supervision of a licensed nurse. Graduates will be prepared to take the Nurse Aid Competency Exam for certification. All nurses’ assistants must take this exam to be certified to work in Delaware.

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Funding through the Department of Labor and limited scholarships are available for this course. For complete information, contact Delaware Tech’s Corporate and Community Programs at 302-854-6966.

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The Home Instead Senior Care office serving Kent and Sussex Counties is sponsoring Caring Today magazine’s “Give a Caregiver a Break” essay contest to honor family caregivers for their tireless service and dedication. The contest will award $16,000 in free caregiving services to the winning essay writers. In 500 words or less, non-professional family caregivers can relate their caregiving experiences, including the challenges they’ve faced, how they’ve embraced their role as a caregiver for a senior loved one and inspired others. Entries may be submitted until Monday, June 15. Grand prize is $5,000 of free care from Home Instead Senior Care; two first prize winners will each receive $2,500 of free care; and 12 extraordinary caregivers will

receive $500 in service. The top three winning essays will be published in the fall issue of Caring Today and all 15 winning essays will appear on www.caringtoday. com. Complete rules for this year’s contest can be found online at www.caringtoday. com or www.homeinstead.com.

Caregiver training available

The Alzheimer’s Association Delaware Valley Chapter sponsors The Family Caregiver Education Series four times a year in each of Delaware’s three counties. Delaware Hospice Center at 100 Patriots Way in Milford will host the training on Friday, April 24 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The program includes a medical overview, legal and financial issues, challenging symptoms, daily care issues and information on getting the help you need. Training for family caregivers is free and lunch will be provided by Delaware Hospice. Pre-registration is required by Friday, April 17. For more information or to register, call Jamie Magee at 302-8549788.

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Frank and Lisa Marino of Lancaster, Pa. announce the engagement of their oldest daughter, Hollie Lynne Marino to Joseph Edwin Gordon Jr., son of Joseph and Cheryle Gordon of Harbeson. Hollie is the granddaughter of Joseph and Elizabeth Paul of Seaford, and Frank and Bernadette Marino of Lewes. She is also the great-granddaughter of Lillian Leeser of Federalsburg, Md. and the late Albert Leeser. The bride-to-be resides in Seaford and is employed by Mountaire Farms as a grain accounting clerk. She will graduate this spring with a bachelor’s degree from Wilmington University. Her fiance’ is the grandson of the late Albert and Elaine Lord, and paternal grandson of Jack Gordon of Lewes, and Lynn Jankus of Wilmington. He resides in Harbeson and graduated in 2005 with a bachelor’s degree in Environmental Sciences from Wesley College. He is employed by JCM Environmental of Georgetown. A summer wedding has been planned at the Pizzadili Winery in Felton.

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Bridgeville denies request to close Union Alley behind fire hall The Bridgeville Commission Monday night voted 3-2 against a resolution to close part of Union Alley. The request to close the alley (behind the fire hall) was made by the Bridgeville Fire Company, which is planning to build a 6,000-square-foot storage facility on its Delaware Avenue lot. Steve McCarron, who spoke on behalf of the fire company, asked the council to close a portion of Union Alley and deed the land to the fire company. The company owns property on both sides of the alley. McCarron cited safety reasons for his request because ambulances drive through that part of the alley and fireman walk through the alley to get to the fire hall. Two residents of the neighborhood were present at Monday’s public hearing and did not object to the proposal. The issue came before the Commission in 2007 and at the time the Commission asked the fire company to look into installing speed bumps in the alley. On Monday, Councilman Mike Collison asked for speed bumps to be installed along with a sign marking a pedestrian crossing. Collison also noted that the original plan, to add on to the existing fire hall (4’ into the alley) has changed. He also said that the town shouldn’t give land away. Commissioner Earl Greason made a motion to table the issue, but it did not receive a second. The Commission then voted 3-2 against a motion to close the alley with Commissioners Pat Correll, Bill Jefferson, and Collison voting against the proposed closure. The Commission also voted 3-1 in favor of appointing Joe Conaway to the Planning and Zoning Commission. Collison stepped down as chair of Planning and Zoning after being elected to the Commission. Commissioner Ruth Skala voted against the appointment and Collison abstained. Skala agreed with Collison that Conaway is qualified for the business, but she contended that there is a conflict of interest because Conaway is a “realtor and lobbyist.” Collison, who did not vote because he is Conaway’s son-in-law, denied any conflict and said that Conaway abstained from voting in any potential conflicts of interest when he was Commission president. The Commission also voted to reappoint Sandy Rementer to the Planning and Zoning Commission. Town Manager Bonnie Walls reported that the town’s communitywide yard sale will take place on Saturday, May 2, with the town cleanup slated for May 9. Items must be curbside by 6 a.m. on May 9. Among the items that will be collected are: furniture, household trash, and bundled limbs (4’ in length). A truck will collect freezers, refrigerators, and air conditioners if the Freon has been removed from them. Stains and paints will be collected but need to be separated from the rest of the items. Tree limbs may be taken to the

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Join us on Saturday, April 25. Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. (rain date is Sunday, April 26 at 1 p.m.) We invite you to walk, run, push, pull or pedal around the site of the new library. All funds raised will support the Seaford Library & Cultural Center. Refreshments provided. Collection envelopes may be picked up at the Seaford Library. Participants that raise $50 or more in pledges will receive a complimentary event t-shirt. Prizes will be awarded for the most money raised in various age categories. Questions may be directed to 629-2336.

Weight Loss Club

The Slow and Steady Weight Loss Club will hold an open house on Tuesday, April 28 from 11 a.m. to noon at Grace Baptist Church on Atlanta Road in Seaford. Anyone interested in losing weight in a relaxed group setting is invited to join us. Slow and Steady is a non-profit, nonreligious weight loss support club open to anyone over 13-years-old. We follow the government’s weight loss program at www.Nutrition.gov. For more information, call 410-883-3407 or e-mail ssweightlossclub@yahoo.com.

Class of 2011 fund raiser

The Seaford High School Class of 2011 is holding its major fundraiser of the year, a chicken bbq, on April 25, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., next to Dover Pools in Seaford. Tickets are $6 each and meals include 1/2 chicken, roll, chips, a pickle, and soda or water. To pre-purchase tickets, call Susan Cox-Cannon at Seaford High School, at 629-4587 ext. 232 or come by on the day.

Geraniums ready for pick-up

Geraniums ordered to benefit the AAUW Scholarship Program may be picked up and paid for at the West Seaford Elementary School parking lot on Saturday, April 25, from 8 until 11 a.m. Any orders not picked up by 11 a.m. will be sold to the public. Thank you for your support of this program.

Yacht Club yard sale

The Yacht Club in Blades will hold a yard sale May 9, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tables are $10 each. Call 875-7143 and leave a message.

AARP picnic

AARP Seaford Area Chapter 1084 of western Sussex County will hold its annual picnic on Thursday, May 14, from noon to 4 p.m., at the Soroptimist Park pavilion grounds, across from Methodist Manor House on Middleford Road in Seaford. Cost per person is $5, plus a covered dish. Hot dogs, fried chicken and refreshments will be provided by the chapter. RSVP before Thursday, May 7, by calling hospitality chair Mary Noel at 3371054, or chapter president Gladys Bonowicz at 875-1519 for mailing information.

The women of the Woodland United Methodist Church will serve a chicken and dumpling dinner on Saturday, April 18, at 6 p.m. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Cost is adults, $10; children 6-12 years are $4; 5 years and under are free. Woodland Church is located 4.5 miles west of Seaford next to the Woodland Ferry house. No carry-outs. For additional information call 629-5404 or 629-4662.

Covered dish dinner

Olde Seaford Block Watch covered dish dinner will be held Monday, April 20, at 6:30 p.m. at Seaford City Hall building. The program will have Arlene Marvel from the University of Delaware Extension Office speaking on “Beautifying with flowers.” Drinks and desserts will be furnished.

Vintage Car & Tractor Show

The sixth annual Vintage Car & Antique Tractor Show will be held at Concord United Methodist Church near Seaford on Saturday, April 25 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Featured are the Historic Vintage Car Club of Delaware and the First State Antique Tractor Club. Anyone interested in showing an antique car or farm vehicle is welcome. Dash plaques will be given to the first 50 exhibitors. There is no charge for showing your vehicle. Items for sale include scrapple sandwiches, oyster sandwiches, hot dogs, homemade pies and cakes, coffee and soda. The event is free and open to the public. For more information, call 6297706.

• The Seaford District Library has joined IHOP in an effort to raise money for the Library. Eat a meal at the Seaford, Dover, Rehoboth, or Salisbury, Md. IHOP locations and return an itemized receipt along with a comment card to the Seaford District Library. We must have the comment cards with itemized receipts in order to receive the reimbursement. The Seaford Library will receive 10% of the total receipt. • Be part of the live audience as the Big Read Radio Players recreate a 1940’s radio show of “The Maltese Falcon” written by Dashiell Hammett. Show starts at 2 p.m. on Saturday, April 25. • There will be a board meeting on Tuesday, April 28 at 6 p.m. • “Food Lore: Our Regional Cuisine – Scrapple, Muskrat & More,” a program presented by author and storyteller Ed Okonowicz, will be held on Thursday, May 7 at 7 p.m., at the Seaford District Library.

Luncheon

The Member Services Committee of the Greater Seaford Chamber of Commerce brings you the annual Administrative Professionals’ Appreciation Luncheon at noon, Wednesday, April 22, at the Seaford Golf and Country Club. Cost is $20 each – including gratuity. There will be gift bags, buffet lunch, and door prizes. A presentation by Dr. Warren Chen, Medical Director of Radiology, Nanticoke Health Ser10904_AcePaint_AdSlick

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Three honors students from Seaford High School will hold a car wash at Home Team Realty (across from Big Lots) to benefit the “Pegeen and Samantha Brown Pediatric Fund,” on Saturday, April 25 from 9 a.m. to noon. Donations are welcome.

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• “Lights, Camera, Action!” The Seaford District Library hosts “Movie Night” on Thursday, April 16 at 5:30 p.m. • The Seaford District Library Book Discussion on the The Maltese Falcon on Saturday, April 18 has been canceled. • The “Science and Religion” book discussion will meet on Monday, April 20 at 6 p.m. • Baby Bookworms, an infant story time, Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m., no registration required • Toddler Tales story time, Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m., no registration required • 3-5 Story Time, Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. Registration now required, and opens two weeks before the story time date.

Wee Learner Enrollment begins

Wee Learner Christian Prepschool is now accepting enrollments for the school year September 2009 to June 2010. Classes are 8:15 to 11:45 a.m. for children ages 3-4; and 12:30 to 4 p.m. for children ages 4-5. You may call the school for an appointment or for more details at 629-6261.

Higher Ground Youth Ministry

Centenary United Methodist Church’s Higher Ground Youth Ministry is hosting a golf tournament on Saturday, May 16, at Seaford Golf & Country Club. The tournament will raise funds for Higher Ground’s mission trip and outreach programs. Registration for the golf tournament is $85 per golfer or $330 for a foursome. Spots are also available for sponsors. The tournament begins at 9:30 a.m. on May 16, register before April 30. Contact Blair Hall at 875-8106 or visit www.highergroundgolf.webs.com for registration or for more information about the tournament.

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The Friends of the Seaford Library indoor yard, book, plant and bake sale is Saturday, May 16 from 7 a.m. to noon at the Seaford District Library, rain or shine. Use the meeting room door at the end of the library building. If you have items, books or plants to donate, they may be left starting Wednesday, May 13. Plants will be cared for until the sale. No clothing will be accepted. Proceeds will help fund educational programs at the library. For more information, call the library at 629-2524.

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BEDCO Boat Show & Auction

BEDCO, operator of the Blades Marina, announces a Boat Show & Auction for May 7, 8 and 9. Those boats being auctioned will be sold on May 9. Applications may be obtained at the marina office or by calling 628-8600.

Fitness classes

Come join us in fitness classes: Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, at 9 a.m.; Tuesdays, Thursdays, 5:30 p.m. We meet in St. John’s UMC Fellowship Hall in Seaford. (Sponsored by St. John’s but open to the public.) Beginners to intermediate participants are welcome in this fun, faithfilled, co-ed, non-competitive, resistance training, stretching, high/low aerobic class. For more information call Carol Lynch at 629-7539.

Attention Active Duty Veterans

The American Legion Post 19 of Laurel is actively recruiting new members for the post. Membership eligibility dates: WWI, April 6, 1917-Nov. 11, 1918; WWII, Dec. 2, 1941-Dec. 31, 1948; Korean War, June 25, 1950-Jan. 31, 1955; Vietnam War, Feb. 28, 1961-May 7, 1975; Lebanon/Grenada, Aug. 24, 1982-July 31, 1984; Panama, Dec. 29, 1989-Jan. 31, 1990; Gulf War, Aug. 2, 1990-Cessation of hostilities as determined by the U.S. Government. Any member serving today is eligible if they are on active duty. Proof of service (DD-214) is required. Call Bettylou Evans, membership chairperson at 875-0167 for more information or fax 875-1943 or send a note of interest with your name, address and phone number to P.O. Box 329, Laurel, DE 19956.

Library offers two programs

Professional storytellers from the Delmarva area will offer two programs at the Laurel Public Library this month. Ed Oconowicz returns with a new program, “Remembering Nights at the DriveIn,” on Wednesday, April 22 at 7 p.m. A significant symbol of American culture, drive-in theaters are rapidly disappearing. Ed will discuss the drive-in experience from its beginning in 1933 to its “golden era” in the 1950’s. An evening of action– packed suspense and intrigue awaits on Wednesday, April 29 at 7 p.m. when Michael Boudewyns and his cast will entertain with a radio play based on the classic detective novel, The Maltese Falcon, written by Dahiell Hammett. Audiences will participate as actors recreate a 1940’s radio show of this classic story. Both programs will be held in the Carpenter Community Room. For more infor-

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Charity car wash

Christ United Methodist Church of Laurel will hold a charity car wash and hot dog sale to benefit the church and its softball team at 10 a.m. on Saturday, April 18, and 10 a.m. Saturday, April 25, at the church. The church is located at 510 Central Avenue, Laurel. Free, but donations are welcomed. Hot dogs and drinks will be for sale. For more information, call 302-5427208.

Bring your table and set it up, if you wish. Call 875-8150 for information. The church is located between Laurel and Seaford on Rt. 13A.

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AARP Driving Course

Laurel Senior Center will have an AARP Refresher Driving Course, on April 20, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Cost is $12 for AARP members, $14 for non-members. To register for the course call 875-2536.

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The Friends of the Laurel Public Library’s used book sale continues through Saturday, April 18th during regular library hours. Box and bag days will be held on Friday, April 17 and Saturday, April 18, when everything you can fit into a box or a bag will only cost $1. For more information, please call the library at 875-3184. Hope Lodge #4 will be having an oyster roast at its 6th street location, Laurel, on Saturday, April 18. Oyster sandwiches, crab cakes, and homemade cream of crab soup will be available. This will be the last oyster roast until September. Hours are from 11 a.m. till 2 p.m. All are welcome.

Laurel F.D. Auxiliary fundraiser

The Laurel Fire Dept. Auxiliary is currently participating in a fund-raiser sponsored by Avon 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.

American Legion Scholarships

American Legion Post 19 in Laurel will be awarding two scholarships in the amount of $2,500 each to qualified students graduating in 2009. Forms are in Laurel High School, Sussex Tech and at the Laurel Library. The Legion asks that if anyone knows of a qualified student who has family affiliation with Post 19, encourage them to apply. Deadline is May 1.

Laurel Chamber breakfast

Laurel Chamber of Commerce invites you to join us for our “A Cherry Blossom” administrative professionals breakfast. Treat your assistant(s) to a morning of food and fun. Guest Speaker: Allison Cherry of Avery Hall Insurance Group. At the Georgia House Restaurant, on Wednesday, April 22, at 7:30 a.m. For tickets, call the chamber office at 8759319. Price is $10 non-refundable. RSVP to the chamber office by April 17.

Car Wash

Christ the Cornerstone Community Church will hold a carwash and sale of donations, hot dogs, baked goods, on Saturday, April 25, from 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

contact the Chamber of Commerce office at 875-9319, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Laurel Lioness Vera Bradley bingo will be held Tuesday, April 21, at Laurel Fire Hall. Doors open at 6 p.m. Play starts at 7 p.m. Tickets are available from any Lioness or call 875-5597. Cost of tickets: advanced sales $20; at door, $25. Many door prizes and refreshments will be available. The Town of Laurel will be holding a cleanup week for town residents, beginning on Monday, April 20, until Saturday, April 25. Hours of operation will be Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. until 7 p.m. and Saturday, 8:30 a.m. until 3:30 p.m. Residents will be required to bring their garbage, waste, etc. to the dumpster locations and are responsible for unloading their waste into the dumpsters. Items that will not be collected are: hazardous materials, fuel, gas, oil, paint, computers. Town staff will be available to assist those who need assistance with unloading waste. The dumpsters will be located across from town hall in the municipal parking lot, located on Poplar Street. Residents are required to bring a picture ID and utility bill showing registered address.

‘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. The Bank of Delmarva has provided funding for barrels of spring flowers for display throughout the town. Organizations, businesses and residents are encouraged to join these efforts to clean up the town and plant or display spring flowers and wreathes. For additional information,

Dinner Club

Join us at the Greenwood CHEER Activity Center on Wednesday evenings from 5 to 7 p.m. beginning in April and continuing 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 $6 and non-members are $8. For menus or more information, call Susan Welch at 302-349-5237.

CHEER anniversary

The Greenwood CHEER Activity Center will celebrate their 35th anniversary on Tuesday, April 28 from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. with all day prize bingo and door prizes. The celebration will continue on Wednesday, April 29 from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. with musical entertainment by Cathy Gorman, a basket raffle and games after lunch. For more information, call Susan Welch at 302-349-5237.

Hearing loss presentation

In celebration of Better Speech and Hearing month in May, the Greenwood Public Library will host a presentation entitled, “What’s the Scoop? Hearing Loss and Hearing Aids,” on Friday, April 24 at 3 p.m. Linda Heller, rehabilitation audiologist and president of the Hearing Loss Association of Delaware, will speak on the basics of hearing loss and how it can be helped by hearing aids. For more information, or to register, call the Greenwood Library at 349-5309.

Book discussion group

Greenwood Library’s Bound by Books discussion group will discuss the book, Three Cups of Tea by Greg Mortenson, on Tuesday, April 21 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. The program will be held in the library meeting room and is free and open to all. Refreshments will be served. For a copy of the book, visit the Greenwood Public Library or call Robin Miller at 302-3495309.

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 key-

Seaford Kiwanis Park Beautification Project Earth Day Friday, April 24, 2009 • 5:30 p.m.

Members of the Nanticoke Senior Center and girls from the Seaford Area Daisy Troop #481 will be planting spring flowers on Friday, April 24 in Kiwanis Park in celebration of Earth Day.

Just $10.00 per planting. Order your flowers today and help make our park beautiful! • Your flower order will be donated to the park and can be made in honor or in memory of a friend or loved one. A list of memorial and honorary gifts will be read at the planting ceremony on April 24. The Public is invited to join us for this special occasion. • All proceeds from the flower sales go toward the building fund for the new Nanticoke Senior Center.

To order your flowers visit the Nanticoke Senior Center at 310 Virginia Ave., Seaford, DE 19973 or call 302–629-4939.

MORNING STAR • APRIL 16 - 22, 2009 board in a relaxed atmosphere. Registration is required, so call 349-5309 or come by the library to sign up.

Ladies Auxiliary Bingo event

The Delmar Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary is holding a Bingo event featuring Longaberger and Vera Bradley products on Thursday, April 23. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. and games begin at 7 p.m. Tickets are $20 in advance or $25 at the door. For ticket information, call 875-2195 or 302-846-2335.

Beef & dumpling dinners Friends of the Bridgeville Library

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

Indoor yard sale

Union United Methodist Church in Bridgeville will hold an indoor yard sale in the Fellowship Hall on Saturday, April 18 from 7 a.m. to noon. For more information, call the church office at 337-7409.

Clean-up day

Bridgeville will hold a neighborhood clean-up day on Saturday, May 9. All items must be curbside by 6 a.m., as M-T trash will only go down each street once. Allowable items for pick-up include: furniture, household trash, stoves, and limbs bundled in 4-ft. lengths. Items that will not be picked up include tires, batteries, oil, construction materials, dirt, rocks, bricks, etc. M.T. Trash will have a truck available to pick-up refrigerators, freezers, and air conditioners, as long as the freon has been removed.

Troop 174 chicken barbeque

The parents of BSA Troop 174, Delmar will hold a chicken barbeque on Saturday, April 18 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Wilmington Trust Bank in Delmar. Dinners are $7 each. Profits help send our scouts to summer camp.

The Delmar High School Band hosts an AYCE beef and dumpling dinner at the Delmar VFW on State Street in Delmar on Sunday, April 19 from 1 to 4 p.m. The Delmar Teens Against Cancer Relay for Life Team will host a beef and dumpling dinner at the VFW on Sunday, April 26 from 1 to 4 p.m. Tickets are $10 for both dinners and include beef and dumplings, mashed potatoes, green beans, rolls, dessert, tea or coffee. Carry-outs are available. Walk-ins are welcome or call 410-8963195 for tickets.

Ruritans fish fry

The Bi-State Ruritans will sponsor a fish fry on Saturday, April 18 from 4 to 6:30 p.m. at Melson Church Community Hall, east of Delmar. Cost is $8 per person for fish or chicken, french fries, hush puppies, coleslaw, rolls, iced tea and coffee. Desserts will be available for a nominal fee. A chinese auction is also planned and bidders do not need to be present to win.

Guaranteed affordable! Portions of proceeds will benefit the Newspapers in Education program.

8 p.m. and April 26 and May 3 at 3 p.m. Tickets are $15. On Saturday, April 25 there is a dinner/ theatre package with the Georgia House Restaurant in downtown Milford for $45. Dinner begins at 5:30 p.m. and a cash bar is available. For tickets, call 422-0222.

Ham & turkey shoot

The Ellendale Ruritan Club ham and turkey shoot, Saturday, April 25 (rain date May 2) at 11:30 a.m., at Ellendale VFW, on V.F.W. Road. Directions: 1/2 mile south of U.S. 113 and 16 intersection). Refreshments will be available for sale. (If rain dates are cancelled, we will go to next shoot.) For possible cancellations call 302-4222948 or cell 302-249-7025.

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.

Orioles vs. Yankees game

Seaford Recreation Department’s annual trip to see the Yankees vs. the Orioles

Fashion Show planned

The Adult Plus+ program at Delaware Technical & Community College, Owens Campus will host a fashion show and luncheon on Thursday, April 30 at Sussex Pines Country Club in Georgetown. Adult Plus+ members and Delaware Tech staff will model the latest spring and summer fashions provided by “That Boutique” of Milford. The program will be held from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Cost to the public is $19, which includes lunch and the show. For more information call the Adult Plus+ program office at 302-856-5618.

Second Street Players of Milford

The Second Street Players of Milford presents Neil Simon’s comedy Jake’s Women on April 24-25 and May 1-2 at

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Seaford AARP trips offered

Seaford AARP Chapter 1084 is offering the following trips to the public. Friday, May 22 - Gettysburg, Pa. Visit the Eisenhower Farm; $79. At the Visitor’s Center, view the Cyclorama painting which depicts the entire Civil War. Visit the galleries that use exhibits, sound and video to give a better understanding of the Civil War. A buffet lunch is included at General Picketts Buffet. Wednesday, July 1 - Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre in Lancaster, Pa. to see the musical, “Singin’ In The Rain,” $79. Wednesday, Sept. 2 - Rainbow Dinner Theatre to see “Uncle Chick’s Last Wish,” $70. Includes a trip to the beach. September 12-18 - Mackinac Island, Mich., $790 pp double. Trip includes six hot breakfasts, five dinners and one luncheon at the Grand Hotel on Mackinac Island. In Frankenmuth, take a guided tour to see points of interest you can visit during your stay. The motorcoach takes us to Christmas Wonderland. Take a ferry to the island where you will have a guided tour by horse and carriage before being taken to the Grand Hotel for lunch. Here you will see the longest porch in the world. Travel to Saulte Saint Marie where you will enjoy a ride through the Soo Locks and on to the Kewadin Casino for dinner. Friday, Oct. 16 - Strasburg Railroad with lunch on the train and a visit to the train museum, $69. Nov. 16-20 - “Christmas At The Biltmore” in Asheville, N.C., $589 pp double.

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PAGE 24 Tour the Biltmore grounds, winery and farm village. Included is a candlelight tour, candlelight dinner, two dinner theaters and a visit to Chimney Rock Park. Wednesday, Dec. 2 - American Music Theatre to see a Christmas show, $92. A meal at Millers Smorgasbord is included. Contact Rose Wheaton at 629-7180 to make reservations for these trips.

April trips

Broaden your horizons with a one-of-a-kind trip on the Potomac Cruise and Luncheon on Tuesday, April 21. The ever-popular Dandy takes you on a round trip, two and a half hour luncheon cruise up the Potomac River. Relive the history of Old Town Alexandria on Tuesday, April 21. This trip allows you to have a day on your own to enjoy cobblestone streets, a tall ship anchored on the waterfront, historic landmarks, and antique shops. Disney’s fairy tale love story “Beauty and the Beast” will premiere at Toby’s Theater on Thursday, April 23. Take a trip to the Smithsonian on Saturday, April 25. Stroll through the eight museums located on the National Mall between the Washington Monument and the Capitol. Experience the “monumental tour” of the World War II Memorial and much more on Tuesday, April 28. This trip offers a first-rate guided tour of Vietnam, Women in Armed Forces, Einstein, Jefferson, Korean, Lincoln, Iowa Jima and the FDR memorial. Don’t miss a unique trip to the United States Botanic Gardens on Thursday, April 30. View rare living plants from around the world and have independent time to explore. For complete trip information, contact Delaware Tech’s Corporate and Community Programs at 302-854-6966.

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. Or additional information contact Frances Horner at 629-4416.

Bethel UMC trip

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:

MORNING STAR • APRIL 16 - 22, 2009 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.

Genealogical Society

The Sussex County Genealogical Society’s next meeting on Saturday, April 18 will feature Dr. Fred Seyfert speaking on “The Other Side of the Battle— A Civil War Story.” The lecture is about the families of the men who served (both North and South) and how they were affected by the war. Dr. Seyfert is a retired pastor and educator in the Peninsula-Delaware Conference of the United Methodist Church. The meeting will be held in the Rehoboth Beach Public Library’s upstairs meeting room, 226 Rehoboth Ave., and begins at 10:30 a.m. Everyone interested in family history is welcome. There is no charge and parking is free.

GOP women 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. Questions call 302-539-9717.

Georgetown AARP

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 or Bettie Comer at 302-265-5606.

Widowed persons service

The Seaford Chapter of the Widowed Persons Service will have its next meeting on Tuesday, April 21, at 12:15 p.m. at the Golden Corral, Salisbury, (302 E. Naylor Mill Road). The planned guest speaker will be Jessica Marine of the Eastern Shore veterinary Hospital. All widowed persons of all ages are invited to attend.

Delaware Equine Council

The next meeting of the Delaware Equine Council is Monday, April 20 at 7 p.m. at Harrington Public Library. We are gearing up for the 2009 equine expo on Saturday, April 25 and preparing for upcoming events. Anyone interested in horses is welcome to attend. For more information, call Stan at 302684-3966.

Seaford Historical Society

Because of existing conflicts the Seaford Historical Society Board of Trustees meeting for the month of April will be held on the fourth Monday, April 27 at 7 p.m., instead of the usual third Monday as was originally scheduled. The meeting will be held in the Webb Room of the Seaford Museum.

The Seaford Republican Women’s Club will meet on Thursday, April 23, at 10:30 a.m. at the Seaford Golf and Country Club. At 11 a.m., Debbie Engle, outreach officer of the Sussex County Unit of the Salvation Army, will talk about how the downturn in the economy is impacting requests for help. Each person attending is asked to bring at least one canned goods item to donate to the Salvation Army cause. The meeting is open to the public. There is no charge. Lunch from the menu is optional. For further information, call Sharlana Edgell at 629-7123.

Republican Women’s Club

The next meeting of the Sussex County Republican Women’s Club is Wednesday, April 22 at the Sussex Pines Country Club. This is a luncheon meeting and will begin at 10:45 a.m. The meeting features a presentation on homeland security and disaster preparedness by Bob George, coordinator of the Citizen Corps and Community Emergency Response Team of the Delaware Emergency Management Agency. Cost of the meeting and lunch is $15 and reservations can be made by calling Kathy Vengazo at 302-539-4757. Visitors are welcome. For more information, visit www.SCRWC.net.

NAARFE

The Georgetown Chapter (1992) of the National Association of Active Retired Federal Employees will hold their next meeting at noon on Monday, April 20, at Pizza King in Seaford. For more information, call Charles Singman at 337-0337. 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.).

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Laurel Lionesses bring smiles to their audiences The Laurel Lions put on their show to large audiences and at urPhy raised funds for their program during their recent Lions Club It’s that time of the Show. year. By that I mean, Now it was the Laurel Lionbaseball card time. ess turn and they did not do it Yes, I’m reminiscing to raise any money, but to bring smiles to their audience at both again – my favorite Delmar Convalescent Center and thing. Genesis in Seaford. Based on what I saw in Delmar, their Easter performance was a big lift to plying for five-year terms. the patients at both places. Every year we hear of scholarships Laurel’s singing Town Councilperthat were available and hardly anyone son Terry Wright sang “Hello Dolly” applies for them in our local schools. and Margret Thomas gave them her American Legion Post 19 is offering Easter Bonnet in Easter Parade song, two scholarships of $2,500 to students but the extremely colorful Easter Bonin the area and you must apply by May nets the women wore were the real at1. Forms are at Laurel High School, traction of the show. Laurel Library and at Sussex Tech High Ruth Hickman is the chairman of School. this annual trek to the nursing homes and to see the smiles on the bed-ridden One restaurant (Wildcat Café) closes patients you had to know the show was in Delmar and another (Good Fellows) a success. is taken over by new ownership. Owner How could you not laugh at some of Kiwain Matthews says the name of his those Easter bonnets, of course some restaurant shall be Fat Boys Family of them were very nice and all were to Restaurant and will be open 6 a.m. until be made by the wearer. Hats off to the 9:30 p.m. daily. very creative Lioness members — all Kiwain said he named it Fat Boys 46 of them. because he will serve enough food even a fat boy will be full. I do know it has School board elections are on Tuesmet the approval of the “Delmar Round day, May 12 and there is reason for Table” group and Kiwain has decided all of us to vote in our local elections. to put up with them, well actually joinBetween the five-year terms and the ing them in a few “tall” stories. Best three-year terms in Delmar there are six wishes for a long and successful run to candidates. Fat Boys. In Laurel and Seaford, there are three in each district and two for the WoodThe gift shop at 214 Laureltowne bridge election. is to be called “Something Special For Why do I mention this? Well, more Everyone.” I have no idea when it will than anywhere else it seems that your open as I have been unable to catch the vote counts and I can remember in Lau- owners. rel many years ago — there was a tie vote between Mark Levy and “Reds” Bill Miller, a recently retired DuGriffith that required a runoff later and Ponter has opened a Used Furniture I am told there was another very close store at 1001 Norman Eskridge Highrace. way. Bill restores old furniture and With education and improvements in paints it. He’s a very creative and interour school a hot topic, please don’t be esting person. Best wishes to Bill. the one who ignores this. Find out the candidates’ stands on issues and vote. It’s that time of the year. By that After all, ten of the candidates are apI mean, baseball card time. Yes, I’m

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cards in them and it was “I’ll give you ‘Skinny’ Brown and Gus Triandos for Robin Roberts.” Boy did I make a good deal on that one — that’s the way it went. Some cards found their way into our bicycle-spokes and the sound was beautiful, or so we thought. Once in a great while, when we had 50 cents or maybe even a dollar, I can still feel the enjoyment of opening those one-cent packs slowly one at a time. One year I traded Randy Wiley — a Mickey Mantle for a Richie Ashburn — boy did I get him on that one. Well, there are so many reasons to enjoy spring, the gardens being planted, trees budding and so much more, but I have just given you another reason many of us enjoyed spring many years ago. Saturday evening an ambulance from Blades Fire Department and County Paramedics were called to my mom’s home, and I would say they were there in 10 minutes or less and I got a firsthand example of how dedicated and professional they all are at their job. I can only say thanks to all and oh yes, Mom is back home now. Enjoy the week folks. Ah … if I could only open one more of those one-cent baseball cards!

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Church Bulletins St. Luke’s holds Bible study

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.

Williams Chapel Church

Williams Chapel Church in Bridgeville announces the following events: Friday, April 17, 7:30 p.m. - Evanglist Denise Jones, Pilgrims Ministry of Deliverance, Georgetown. Saturday, April 18, 9 a.m. to noon Evangelist Juanita Taylor, Matter of the Heart Ministries. A light lunch will be served. No registration fee. 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. - “The Total Women” - Heart TruthSigns and Symptoms of Heart Attack and Stroke. Sponsored by the Department of Public Health. Free blood pressure and BMI screenings. For more information, contact Minister Nadine Smack at 302393-9239.

St. Jude’s Bike-a-thon

Ron Breeding is calling on Seaford residents once again to join the St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital Wheels for Life bike-a-thon slated for Sunday, April 19, at 2 p.m. at West Seaford Elementary School. Volunteer workers and riders are needed for this bike-a-thon to raise funds for the world famous research center in its battle against childhood cancer and other catastrophic diseases. In the Wheels for Life bike-a-thon, riders ask sponsors to make donations based on each mile completed. All riders

turning in money will receive a certificate. Those who raise $35 will receive a certificate and a special St. Jude t-shirt. When $75 is raised, the rider receives a backpack as well as the certificate and the t-shirt. Also plans are being made to give a $100 savings bond to the top fundraiser plus great gifts will be given to a boy or girl who collect the most money. Entry forms are available at all school offices, the Nemours Health and Prevention Office and City Hall. Anyone wishing to provide a prize, sponsor a rider or participate in the ride should call Ron Breeding at 629-3964.

Exploring Christianity

Did you ever wonder why the world is changing so dramatically? Does it seem as if your Christian faith is undergoing a massive transformation? The Great Emergence: How Christianity is Changing and Why, a book by Phyllis Tickle, explores these questions and more. A six-week conversation on Tickle’s book will begin on Tuesday evening April 28 at 7 p.m. at St. Peter’s Episcopal Church Parish Hall, on the corner of 2nd and Market St., Lewes. The event is open to the public. The Rev. Pat Bird and Rita Nelson, retired Episcopal priests, will lead the conversation. Copies of the book may be obtained in advance through Seekers Bookstore (at St. Peters church) by calling 645-9916. A limited number of books will be available at the first session. It is recommended that participants read Part I prior to the beginning of the series. For registration or more information, call St. Peter’s office at 302-

645-8479 or email stpeterslewes@verizon. net and put “Emergence” in the subject line.

Yard sale for daycare

On Saturday, May 2, The Lighted Pathway Daycare, located at the Church of God in Seaford, will host a yard sale from 6 a.m. to noon to raise money for two preschool classes and a school age class. The group is a non-profit daycare and 100% of the proceeds will go directly back into the classrooms for new toys, games, science and art activities and items on wish lists. The following donations are being accepted: items to sell at the yard sale; toys, games and books to use in the classroom; clothes to stock the closet for needy families; monetary donations; and baked goods. Area businesses may get involved by donating gift certificates that can be auctioned or sold, or used to purchase items for the classrooms. All donations may be dropped off at the daycare, or mailed to: 425 E Stein Hwy. Seaford, DE 19973.

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 awardwinning Gold Heart bluegrass band.

In April 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, eventually killing her husband and then abducting her. Held captive and assaulted in the criminal’s home over five days, she managed to wriggle free of the ropes that imprisoned her, called 911 and escaped. This year’s breakfast is once again hosted by the Sussex County Council. Ticket sales and community sponsorships from individuals, organizations and businesses – not County funding – pay for this annual event. This year, former County Councilman Dale R. Dukes is volunteering his time to coordinate the breakfast. While seating is limited, tickets are still available for the Prayer Breakfast. Tickets are $12 per person, and are available on a first-come-first-served basis. For tickets or more information, call 302-855-7743.

Bishop visitation

Several parishioners from St. Luke’s Episcopal Church in Seaford traveled to Wilmington’s Cathedral Church of St. John on Tuesday, April 7, to hear presiding Bishop Katharine Jefferts Shori on her first visit to Delaware since her 2006 election. Approximately 400 gathered to hear the Presiding Bishop’s message and to witness the renewal of clergy vows and blessing of holy oils. Those from St. Luke’s included Jeanne Kirby-Coladonato, Rector of St. Luke’s, Joe Coladonato, Sarah Quick and Edris Irwin.

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

Sunday Family Worship 10:00 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

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

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

Wednesday: BibleS tudy 7P M

MORNING STAR • APRIL 16 - 22, 2009

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 April 19. The mass is always a Missa Cantata using traditional Gregorian chant. For further information, call 302-674-5781.

Dedication Service

Christ Lutheran Church, 315 Shipley St., Seaford, is having a dedication service to dedicate the new addition of the Narthex and Fellowship Hall on Sunday, April 26, at 4 p.m. Its purpose is to facilitate expanding our ministry in the community. Everyone is invited to attend.

Union UMC

There will be a National Day of Prayer Service at Union United Methodist Church, 2 Laws St., Bridgeville, on May 7, at noon. The public is welcome. For more information contact Keith McCoy at 337-9725.

Community Prayer Breakfast

17th Annual Community Prayer Breakfast sponsored by the Delmar Kiwanis Club will be held at St. Stephen’s United Methodist Church on Saturday, May 9, at 9 a.m. Cost is $4 per person. Everyone is invited. Come join us for a morning of good food and prayer. For tickets or information, call: Jack Lynch at 410-896-9067, George Jett at 410-8604831, or Pete Overbaugh, 410-896-375.

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. All area churches are welcome and encouraged to participate. Register by April 30, at www.crown.org. For more information contact Tom Carey at 229-8133.

Delmar Kiwanis Club

Kiwanis Community Prayer Breakfast, May 9, 9 a.m., at St. Stephen’s United Methodist Church, (Camelot Hall).

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SEAFORD PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH Sunday School 9 am Morning Worship 10 am

701 Bridgeville Road 629-9077

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Divine Mercy celebration

Divine Mercy celebration will be held April 19 from 2-4 p.m. at Our lady of Lourdes Catholic Church, Stein Highway, Seaford. Chaplet begins at 3 p.m.

Centenary Church dinner

Centenary UMW will be sponsoring and all-you-can-eat chicken and dumpling dinner on Saturday, April 18 from 4-7 p.m. in the Dining Hall. Adults $10 and children ages 6-12 years $5/ no cost for children under 6 years of age. Sweets are also available. Centenary United Methodist Church is located at the corners of Market and Poplar Streets in Laurel.

All Walks of Life events

All Walks of Life Outreach Ministries in Laurel has planned the following events in April and May. Pastor Aide Service On Sunday, April 26 at 4 p.m. Pastor Carol Hopkins of Victory in Grace Tabernacle will be the guest preacher. For more information, call 875-7772. 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.

Greenwood UMC

Join the Greenwood community’s celebration of the 58th annual National Day of Prayer at 7 p.m. on Thursday, May 7 at Greenwood United Methodist Church. Enjoy the talent of individuals and groups as they participate in this year’s event, “Prayer - America’s Hope.”

Ladies Day

Come join your sisters for Ladies Day at the Laurel Church of Christ, Saturday, May 2, registration is from 9-9:45 a.m. Ladies Day begins at 9:45 a.m.-2 p.m. (Lunch provided). “Open Your Heart” with Melissa Lester, contributing editor to “Christian Woman” magazine; author of “Giving for All It’s Worth;” and contributor to “Woman to Woman.” We welcome any last minute additions. Call or e-mail to RSVP to Marti Drucker, 302-280-6036, or m.drucker@comcast.net. The Laurel Church of Christ is located at 1010 So. Central Ave., Laurel.

Union

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

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

Rev. Michael A. Hopkins, Pastor

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

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

302- 875-4646

PO BOX 60, LAUREL, DE 19956

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

Children’s Church • Nursery

SEAFORD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY

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

GRACE BAPTIST CHURCH

OUR LADY OF LOURDES CHURCH

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

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

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

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.

CHURCH OF GOD

SUNDAY WORSHIP

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

WEDNESDAY NIGHT

Ministry for the wholef amily 7 PM

Pastor Stacey Johnson

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

302-877-0443

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.)

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

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

Mount Olivet

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

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

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

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

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 • APRIL 16 - 22, 2009 ship 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.

Laurel Baptist Church

Laurel Baptist Church will be hosting a free community luncheon on Saturday, April 18, from noon to 2 p.m. The church is located at 33056 BiState Boulevard (west side of 13A, approximately 2 miles south of town). Any questions, call Shirley @ 875-2314.

Spring Revival

Mt. Calvary UMC in Bridgeville presents their Spring Revival on May 12-14, 7 p.m. nightly. Guest preacher is Elder Tyrone Thomas, pastor, Charity Community Church of God, Baltimore, Md. All are invited. Host pastor is the Rev. Baron N. Hopkins Sr.

Joint Men’s Day

Mt. Calvary UMC in Bridgeville presents Joint Men’s Day on Sunday, April 19 at 4 p.m. The theme is “Prophesy, Dream, Vision; Promises of the Spirit” and the theme scripture is Joel 2:28-29. Guest preacher is the Rev. Dr. Michael T. Scott Sr., along with his choir and congregation from Jerusalem Baptist Church in Temperanceville, Va. There will be a fellowship meal served before the service at 3 p.m. For details contact Butch Lee at 302-337-8198 or George L. Batson at 410-754-6987. Host pastor is the Rev. Baron N. Hopkins Sr.

Outreach golf tournament

Centenary United Methodist Church’s Higher Ground Youth Ministry is hosting a golf tournament at 9:30 a.m. on Saturday, May 16 at Seaford Golf & Country Club. The tournament will raise funds for Higher Ground’s mission trips and outreach programs. Registration is $85 per golfer or $330 for a foursome. Spots are also available for sponsors. Registration deadline is Thursday, April 30. For more information contact Blair Hall at 875-8106 or visit highergroundgolf.webs.com.

Arabic ministry

A weekly Sunday meeting for Arabicspeaking Christians will be held at Atlanta Road Alliance Church in Seaford beginning Sunday, May 3, at 12:30 p.m. For more information, call Pastor Gorgui at 629-5600, ext. 14, or email PastorGorgui@atlantaroadcma.org.

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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 fellow-

Delmar Wesleyan Church will hold an Emings barbeque chicken dinner on Friday, April 17 from 4 to 8 p.m. You may eat in or take out. Cost is $8.95. Tickets may be purchased by calling 410-8963600, Jay Hill at 875-3926, or Jim Littleton at 875-1153. Proceeds benefit church pew restoration.

Obituaries Wesley Covey Short, 83

Wesley Covey Short of Salisbury, Md., formerly of Seaford, died Tuesday, April 7, 2009, at Peninsula Regional Medical Center in Salisbury. Wesley was born Sept. 17, 1925, in Delmar, the son of Leon Daniel Short and Mary Elizabeth Hollis Short. He graduated from Delmar High School, and then enlisted in the Navy in August 1943 serving for five years. Wesley married the former Betty Ferringo from Rhode Island, who is the mother of his three sons. Short In January 1949 he accepted an appointment to the Delaware State Police and served until March 1953. His other jobs included work with John R. Hitchens in Seaford; Wilson Contracting of New Castle; Service Trucking of Federalsburg, Md.; Mobile TV Services in Salisbury; Johnny Janosik’s Furniture in Laurel; and the City of Seaford. He returned to the Delaware State Police in April 1962, earned the rank of lieutenant and served until April 1974, retiring due to health problems. He opened the Harley Davidson Shop in Seaford in April 1976 with his partner C. Bryan “Spuck” Ben-

nett. He was a life member of the American Legion Post 6, Seaford Volunteer Fire Dept, American Motorcyclist Association, Harley Owners Group and was a member of the VFW. He is survived by his wife, Jane W. Short; three sons, Daniel B. Short and wife Debbie, William C. Short and wife Michelle and Brian P. Short and wife Penny; grandchildren, April Popelas and husband Aaron, Michael Short, Jamie Short, Evan Short, Erin Short and Jessica Short; and great-grandchildren, Caden Popelas, Kaylee Popelas and Dilan Short. Wesley is also survived by two stepsons, Dr. David A. Long and Donald S. Long. He was also preceded in death by a brother, Kenneth Hollis Short. The funeral service with State Police honors was held on Monday, April 13, at Gethsemane United Methodist Church in Reliance. Burial was in Delaware Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Millsboro. The family suggests donations to the Delaware State Police Museum, PO Box 430, Dover, DE 19903; or Seaford Volunteer Fire Department, PO Box 87, Seaford, DE 19973. Arrangements were by Cranston Funeral Home, Seaford.

Jane C. Wills, 78

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God is omnipotent or all-powerful. There is evil. In The Bible we see that as the curtain of time is drawn, there is, at the present, an event that is on-going. It appears that there is an agreement in place where limitations are in effect, whether by force or permission is unclear, between God and Satan, good and evil. In this event, eternal beings are being created bound with or limited by the physical dimension for a limited time in which these eternal beings have fr free choice with the opportunity to decide for themselves if they will be, forever, sons of God or sons of Satan. Evil exists, but so does Good. One can not be without the other. This is an eternal dualism. For God to rid the world of evil, then He would have to take us all because Paul wrote “For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God. Romans 3:6 But God has made a way for us. “whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.” John 3:16

MORNING STAR • APRIL 16 - 22, 2009 She worked at the Dupont Company in Seaford and retired from the Seaford School District, where she worked in the cafeteria. She was a volunteer at Nanticoke Memorial Hospital and was recognized for over 3,200 volunteer hours of service. Jane is survived by three children, Franklin K. Wills and wife Melissa, Wills Nancy Shockley and husband Michael and Elizabeth Basile and husband Vince; and seven grandchildren, Jeremy Wills and wife Sarah, Josh Wills, Jordan Wills, Jenna Wills, Michael Shockley, Nicole Basile and Kelli Basile. A visitation was held at Cranston Funeral Home, Seaford, on Friday, April 10. Jane was buried in Temperanceville, Va., next to her parents and beloved dog Taffy. The family suggests donations to Nanticoke Memorial Hospital Volunteers Association, c/o Renee Morris, 801 Middleford Rd., Seaford, DE 19973.

James William Pusey, 89

James William Pusey of Laurel, passed away at his home on Tuesday, April 7, 2009. He was born in Laurel, a son of Clifford and Emma Pusey. Mr. Pusey retired as a heavy equipment operator for NASA. He was also a bus driver for Red Star Bus. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Army 6th Division during World War II. He was a bronze star recipient. Mr. Pusey was a member of American Legion Post #19 of Laurel. He was active in the Camp Fannin Veterans Organization in Tyler, Texas. He enjoyed lunches while visiting his friends at NASA and breakfast with fellow bus drivers. He is survived by his wife, Margaret Shawn Pusey, of Laurel; a son, Lloyd

Pusey of Lynchburg, Va.; a daughter, Diana Shelton of Dumfries, Va.; brothers, Lewis and David Pusey of Laurel; sister, Imogene Joseph of Salisbury, Md.; grandchildren, James Hoyd Pusey, Angela Peak, Richard Pusey, Stuart Shelton, Roger Shelton Jr. and Anne Freel; eight great-grandchildren; and a special friend, Bernice Waters. He was preceded in death by grandson, Ronny Shelton Jr. and a great-grandchild. The funeral was held at Hannigan, Short, Disharoon Funeral Home, Laurel, on Saturday April 11. The Rev. Lou Bradley officiated. Interment with full military honors followed the service in Odd Fellows Cemetery in Laurel.

Donald Gardner Spicer, 70

Donald Gardner Spicer of Laurel, died Monday, April 6, 2009, at Nanticoke Memorial Hospital, Seaford. Born in Laurel, the son of Flossie Henderson and Millard Spicer, he was a supervisor ot PENCO Corp. in Seaford before retiring. He was an Army veteran and an avid hunter. He is survived by his wife, Patsy Massey Spicer of Laurel; four sons, Donald A. Spicer of Laurel, Mark E. Spicer of Seaford, Barry S. Spicer and Garry S. Spicer of Laurel; a daughter, Kathy M. Hawkins of Laurel; a brother, Franklin R. Spicer of Laurel; five grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by three brothers, Robert, William and Carlton Spicer and a grandson, Garry Scott Spicer Jr. The funeral was held Saturday, April 11, at Watson-Yates Funeral Home, Seaford. The Rev. Roland E. Tice officiated. Burial was private. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to The American Lung Association, 146 S. State St., Suite A, Dover, DE 19901

Blossom Russell Marvel, 84

Blossom Russell Marvel of Seaford, died Tuesday, April 7, 2009, at Delaware Hospice Center, Milford.

What Must I Do to Be Saved? Acknowledge your sin and place your trust in Christ. All who place their trust in Christ in this way are adopted as God’s children. All have sinned and fall short of the glory of God. ~ Romans 3:23 The wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord. ~ Romans 6:23 God demonstrates His own love toward us, in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us. ~ Romans 5:8 If you confess with your mouth the Lord Jesus and believe in your heart that God has raised him from the dead, you will be saved. ~ Romans 10:9

Born in Oxford, Md., the daughter of Lorena Wharton and Willard J.B. Russell, she was in Inventory Control at the former Sears Catalog Store in Seaford. She attended St. John’s United Methodist Church. She is survived by a son, Willard “Buddy” Marvel and wife Rita of Laurel; a brother, Alfred “Dickey” Russell of Pensacola, Fla.; two grandsons, Michael W. Marvel and wife Joy of Seaford and Joseph Todd Marvel and wife Cynthia of Magnolia; and one great-grandson, Sage Michael Marvel. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, William Thomas Marvel III, and a son, William Thomas Marvel IV. The funeral was held Monday, April 13, at Watson-Yates Funeral Home, Seaford. Burial was in Odd Fellows Cemetery, Seaford. Contributions may be made to Delaware Hospice Center, 100 Patriots Way, Milford, DE 19963.

Dorothea C. Cohee Anderson, 77

Dorothea C. “Dot” Cohee Anderson of Seaford, died Sunday, April 5, 2009, at the Delaware Hospice Center in Milford. Dot was born in Woodside on May 4, 1931, the daughter of Elmer E. and Mabel Chambers Cohee. She was one of six children and attended Caesar Rodney High School. She and her husband, Andy lived in Annapolis, Md. for 50 years before moving to Seaford in 2003. Dot is survived by her husband of 57 years, Eugene D. “Andy” Anderson; a son, Rodney Biddle and his wife Kathryn; three grandsons, Rodney Biddle II, Shawn Biddle and Corby Biddle; two great-grandchildren, all of North Carolina; and three sisters, Violet C. Marvel of Milford, Ila Cooper of Smyrna and Verna McMullen of Harrington. She was preceded in death by a brother, Lester Cohee, and a sister, Mary Clemens. The funeral was held Friday, April 10 at St. John’s United Methodist Church, Seaford. Burial was in Odd Fellows Cem-

PAGE 29 etery, Camden. Donations may be made to Delaware Hospice Inc., 100 Patriots Way, Milford, DE 19963. Arrangements were by Cranston Funeral Home, Seaford.

Helen P. Bracey, 88

Helen P. Bracey of Seaford, died Friday, April 10, 2009, at Delaware Hospice in Milford. Helen was the daughter of Dr. James Patterson and Mabel Messick Patterson. She was a technical secretary at the DuPont Company in Seaford from 1939 until her retirement in 1986. She was a graduate of Seaford High School and a member of the Order of the Eastern Star, Chapter 7. Her husband, Edward Bracey, died in 2000. A brother, Samuel J. Patterson, and a sister, Elizabeth V. Manogue, also preceded her in death. Helen is survived by a stepdaughter, Stephanie Bracey Shores of Salisbury, Md.; a brother, Robert C. Patterson Sr., and a sister, Louise Patterson Collins, both of Seaford; and many nieces and nephews. The funeral was held Wednesday, April 15, at Cranston Funeral Home, Seaford. Burial was in Odd Fellows Cemetery. The family suggests donations to Delaware Hospice Inc., 100 Patriots Way, Milford, DE 19963.

Death Notice Robert O. Lovelace, 53

Robert Odell Lovelace of Laurel passed away at Harbor Healthcare, Lewes, on Thursday, April 9, 2009. All services were private. Hannigan, Short, Disharoon Funeral Home of Laurel is serving the Lovelace family.

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MORNING STAR • APRIL 16 - 22, 2009

Entertainment Choral Society concert

The Southern Delaware Choral Society spring concert featuring the works of Haydn will be held at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, May 16, at Epworth United Methodist Church on Holland Glade Road in Rehoboth Beach. The concert will feature Haydn’s “Mass in Time of War,” including the “Te Deum” and his “Lord Nelson Mass.” Letters will be read to the audience from Delaware’s soldiers who have served, or are currently serving, in Iraq or Afghanistan. The concert will end with a song written by local composer, Roo Brown, entitled “You Will Be With Us.” The concert will be conducted by John Ranney and will feature four guest soloists, a guest organist and percussionist. Tickets are $20 for adults and $8 for students. A limited number of complimentary tickets are available to current and retired members of our Armed Forces. Tickets are available by contacting the SDCS at 645-2013 or online at www.sdchoralsociety.org.

Strawberry Festival & Garden Tour

Members of St. Phillip’s Episcopal Church, 600 S. Central Ave., Laurel, along with members of the Laurel Garden Club are busy 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 underway at 8 a.m. with scrapple sandwiches and plenty of freshly brewed coffee. A variety of craft tables, flea market, bake table, children’s games and a nearly-new table will be offered at sidewalk tables and in the educational building. Members of the Delmarvalous Quilters Quilt Guild will offer a quilt raffle. Berries may also 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 of ten of the area’s gardens, which will begin at 9 a.m. They will be available in advance, beginning April 26, from Garden Club members and 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 again this year and owner Maralene Givens will have special treats for everyone visiting her location beginning at 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 free to everyone the entire day.

Seaford Community Concert presents the singing Mantini Sisters

‘Get In Gear’ bike ride

Trap Pond Partners will host its 6th Annual Trap Pond State Park “Get in Gear” Family Bike Rally on Saturday, May 2. Registration will be held from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. with the ride beginning right after registration. This year the event will start and finish at Cypress Point, which is accessed through the main campground entrance off Goose Nest Road. The focus of the rally will be the health benefits enjoyed through outdoor family exercise. To enable a greater number of Families to participate Trap Pond Partners has established a budget friendly entrance fee of $5 per person or $20 per family. Included are children’s activities and music by locally celebrated singer/guitarist Tony Windsor. Riders who finish the course early will be able to try their hand at disc golf on the newly appointed disc golf course located adjacent to Cypress Point. Members of Trap Pond’s own Crosstown Crusaders disc golf team will be on hand to demonstrate and give pointers on this growing sport. Door prizes will include two bicycles and the much sought after weekend cabin rental and group pontoon boat tour, along with many other items donated by local businesses and organizations. Trap Pond Partners uses the proceeds from the Rally to purchase equipment that benefits the Park. Few people realize that the Partners have provided bicycles that any Park visitor can borrow free of charge to pedal the park. To register or for more information on the Bike Rally, visit www.trappondpartners.com or call Betty Grossmann at 875-5088.

The Mantini Sisters

The Seaford Community Concert Association presents the final concert of the year - the singing Mantini Sisters at 8 p.m. on Monday, April 20 at the Seaford High School auditorium. This dynamic trio has been captivating audiences across Canada and the United States with their smooth blend and endless versatility for nearly two decades. This year, these seasoned performers present The Ladies of Broadway. Board member elections will also be held.

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The 19th annual Statewide Senior Art Exhibit begins on Monday, April 27 at Delaware Technical & Community College, Owens Campus. Amateur and professional artists 50 years of age and older are invited to submit up to two pieces of artwork in the following categories: oil, watercolor, acrylics, pastels, charcoal, photography, sculpture (metal or stone), pottery, stained glass, woodcarving, ceramics and “other.” Seniors can bring their artwork to the Carter Partnership Center on Monday, April 20 from 9 a.m. Dewey Beach, Delaware to 1 p.m. Exhibits of all submitted works will be on display in Over 35 wedding-related professionals. the William A. Carter Partnership Fashion show with the latest in wedding attire. Center from Monday, April 27 to Door prizes | Gift bags | Hors d’oeuvres Thursday, June 4. The event will culminate with a luncheon and awards presentation from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on June 4. Ribbons will be awarded by judges in each category. For more information or to register, Sponsorship opportunities: call Delaware Tech’s Adult Plus+ 302.656.1520 | rdodds@delawaretoday.com program at 856-5618.

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LEGALS NOTICE

TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: This is to advise that Frank G. Horn Jr. of Seaford, Sussex County, Delaware, will be filing with the Prothonotary in and for Sussex County, State of Delaware, an application for License to Carry a Concealed Deadly Weapon, according to the Laws of the State of Delaware. 4/16/1tp

PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE

You are hereby notified the below matters will be before: The City of Seaford Planning and Zoning Commission for their review and recommendation on Thursday, May 7, 2009 at 7:00 P.M., in the City Hall, 414 High Street, Seaford, Delaware; and, The City of Seaford Mayor and Council for their determination on Tuesday, May 26, 2009, at 7:05 p.m, in City Hall, 414 High Street, Seaford, Delaware: 1) Case No. S-06-09: The request from Felicia Dorman, property owner of 516 E. King Street, Tax Map and Parcel 431 5.0 194, to subdivide this property into two parcels. The property is zoned R-2 Medium Density Residential. 2) Boyd Properties, owners of Tax Map and Parcel 531 10.00 236.08 100 Park Avenue, Seaford Industrial Park, are requesting a final site plan approval for a 4,800 square foot industrial building. The property is zoned M1 Light Industrial. 3) Nanticoke Lodging, Inc., property owner of Tax Map and Parcel 331 5.00 107, Sussex Highway, is seeking a sketch site plan approval on behalf of the United Brotherhood of Carpenters for a trade school and commercial building. The property is zoned C-2 Highway Commercial. 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 16th day of April 2009 pursuant to the Rules heretofore adopted by the City of Seaford. THE CITY OF SEAFORD Dolores J. Slatcher, City Manager 4/16/1tc See LEGALS—page 33

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BROAD CREEK HUNDRED

Subd. #2007-26 Notice is hereby given that the County Planning and Zoning Commission of Sussex County will hold a public hearing on Thursday evening, MAY 14, 2009, in the County Council Chambers, Sussex County Administrative Building, George town, Dela ware, on the application of D. M. PROPERTIES OF BETHEL, INC. to consider the Subdivision of land in an AR-1 Agricultural Residential District in Broad Creek Hundred, Sussex County, by dividing 260.69 acres into 390 lots, (Cluster Development), located north and south of Road 472, west of Road 434 and west of Road 438. Planning and Zoning public hearings will begin at 6:00 P.M. Text and maps of this application may be examined by interested parties in the County Planning and Zoning Office, Sussex County Administrative Building, Georgetown, Delaware. If unable to attend the public hearing, written comments will be accepted but must be received prior to the public hearing. For additional information contact the Planning and Zoning Department at 302-855-7878. 4/16/1tc

PUBLIC NOTICE

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that on MAY 14, 2009, in the County Council Chambers, Sussex County Administrative Office Building, Georgetown, Delaware, the County Planning and Zoning Commission of Sussex County will hold a public hearing concerning the following proposed amendment to the Code of Sussex County: AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND CHAPTER 99 OF THE CODE OF SUSSEX COUNTY, ENTITLED “SUBDIVISION OF LAND,” TO ALLOW FOR THE STAFF APPROVAL OF MAJOR SUBDIVISIONS CONTAINING 3 OR FEWER LOTS TO BE LOCATED ALONG A NEW STREET. Planning and Zoning public hearings will begin at 6:00 P.M. Copies of this proposal may be examined by interested parties in the Planning and Zoning Office, County Administrative Office Building, Georgetown, Delaware, between 8:30 A.M. and 4:30 P.M., Monday through Friday. 4/16/1tc

PUBLIC NOTICE

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that on MAY 14, 2009, in the County Council Chambers, Sussex County Administrative Office Building, Georgetown, Delaware, the County Planning and Zoning Commission of Sussex County will hold a public hearing concerning the following proposed amendment to the Code of Sussex County: AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND CHAPTER 99, SECTION 99-9B OF THE CODE OF SUSSEX COUNTY, RELATING TO THE TIME PERIOD OF VALIDITY OF A PRELIMINARY SUBDIVISION PLAT. Planning and Zoning public hearings will begin at 6:00 P.M. Copies of this proposal may be examined by interested parties in the Planning and Zoning Office, County Administrative Office Building, Georgetown, Delaware, between 8:30 A.M. and 4:30 P.M., Monday through Friday. 4/16/1tc

PUBLIC NOTICE

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that on MAY 14, 2009, in the County Council Chambers, Sussex County Administrative Office Building, Georgetown, Delaware, the County Planning and Zoning Commission of Sussex County will hold a public hearing concerning the following proposed amendment to the Code of Sussex County: AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND CHAPTER 115 OF THE CODE OF SUSSEX COUNTY, RELATING TO THE TIME PERIOD OF VALIDITY OF THE APPROVAL OF A CONDITIONAL USE. Planning and Zoning public hearings will begin at 6:00 P.M. Copies of this proposal may be examined by interested parties in the Planning and Zoning Office, County Administrative Office Building, Georgetown, Delaware, between 8:30 A.M. and 4:30 P.M., Monday through Friday. 4/16/1tc

PUBLIC NOTICE

The following Ordinance has been proposed at the regular meeting of the Sussex County Council on March 31, 2009: AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND CHAPTER 99 OF THE CODE OF SUSSEX COUNTY, ENTITLED “SUBDIVISION OF LAND,” TO ALLOW FOR THE STAFF APPROVAL OF MAJOR SUBDIVISIONS CONTAINING 3 OR FEWER LOTS TO BE LOCATED ALONG

A NEW STREET. Copies of the above Ordinance are available in the Office of the Clerk of the Sussex County Council, County Administrative Office Building, Georgetown, Delaware. Public Hearings thereon will be held in the Chamber of the Sussex County Council, County Administrative Office Building, Georgetown, Delaware, on JUNE 2, 2009, at 6:00 P.M. or as soon thereafter as may be heard. At that time and place, all persons interested shall have a reasonable opportunity to be heard. 4/16/1tc

PUBLIC NOTICE

The following Ordinance has been proposed at the regular meeting of the Sussex County Council on March 31, 2009: AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND CHAPTER 99, SECTION 99-9B OF THE CODE OF SUSSEX COUNTY, RELATING TO THE TIME PERIOD OF VALIDITY OF A PRELIMINARY SUBDIVISION PLAT. Copies of the above Ordinance are available in the Office of the Clerk of the Sussex County Council, County Administrative Office Building, Georgetown, Delaware. Public Hearings thereon will be held in the Chamber of the Sussex County Council, County Administrative Office Building, Georgetown, Delaware, on JUNE 2, 2009, at 6:00 P.M. or as soon thereafter as may be heard. At that time and place, all persons interested shall have a reasonable opportunity to be heard. 4/16/1tc PUBLIC NOTICE The following Ordinance has been proposed at the regular meeting of the Sussex County Council on March 31, 2009: AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND CHAPTER 115 OF THE CODE OF SUSSEX COUNTY, RELATING TO THE TIME PERIOD OF VALIDITY OF THE APPROVAL OF A CONDITIONAL USE. Copies of the above Ordinance are available in the Office of the Clerk of the Sussex County Council, County Administrative Office Building, Georgetown, Delaware. Public Hearings thereon will be held in the Chamber of the Sussex County Council, County Administrative Office Building, Georgetown, Delaware, on JUNE 2, 2009, at 6:00 P.M. or as

• APRIL 16 - 22, 2009 soon thereafter as may be heard. At that time and place, all persons interested shall have a reasonable opportunity to be heard. 4/16/1tc

NOTICE

Estate of Margaret E. Ruth, Deceased. Notice is hereby given that Letters of Testamentary upon the estate of Margaret E. Ruth who departed this life on the 10th day of May, A.D. 2008 late of Seaford, DE were duly granted unto Stephen P. Ellis on the 6th 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 10th day of January, A.D. 2009 or abide by the law in this behalf. Executor: Stephen P. Ellis 50 Oak Ave. Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971 Attorney: Cindy Szabo, Esq. Ellis & Szabo, LLP 9 N. Front St. Georgetown, DE 19947 Gregory Fuller Sr. Register of Wills 4/16/3tc

NOTICE

Estate of Margaret Dougherty, Deceased. Notice is hereby given that Letters of Administration upon the estate of Margaret Dougherty who departed this life on the 20th day of December, A.D. 2008 late of Seaford, DE were duly granted unto Donna Evans, William Dougherty, 3rd on the 6th 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 20th day of August, A.D. 2009 or abide by the law in this behalf. Co-Administrator: Donna Evans 7321 Belmont Ave. Mays Landing, NJ 08330 William Dougherty, 3rd 121 E. Orchard Hammonton, NJ 08037 Attorney: Michael F. McGroerty, Esq. 110 N. Pine St. Seaford, DE 19973 Gregory Fuller Sr. Register of Wills 4/16/3tc

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Estate of Robert R. Gerke, Deceased. Notice is hereby given that Letters of Testamentary upon the estate of Robert R. Gerke who departed this life on the 11th day of March, A.D. 2009 late of Bridgeville, DE were duly granted unto Richard Gerke on the 26th day of March, 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 11th day of November, A.D. 2009 or abide by the law in this behalf. Executor: Richard Gerke 73 Bozarthtown Rd. Tabernacle, NJ 08088 Attorney: Michele Procino Wells, Esq. Procino Wells, LLC 225 High St. Seaford, DE 19973 Gregory Fuller Sr. Register of Wills 4/9/3tc

NOTICE

Estate of Samuel James Moore, Deceased. Notice is hereby given that Letters of Testamentary upon the estate of Samuel James Moore who departed this life on the 26th day of February, A.D. 2009 late of Bethel, DE were duly granted unto Tina Marie Thomas on the 18th day of March, 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 26th day of October, A.D. 2009 or abide by the law in this behalf. Executrix: Tina Marie Thomas 7542 Rivershore Dr. Seaford, DE 19973 Attorney: Lawrence B. Steele, III, Esq. P.O. Box 799 Georgetown, DE 19947 Gregory Fuller Sr. Register of Wills 4/2/3tc

plex, 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 Cedar Creek Hundred, Sussex County, State of Delaware; lying on the south side of Adams Drive, being all of lot #46, as laid out in “EASTMAN HEIGHTS, Block B” subdivision, as shown on a plan recorded in Plot Book #8, Page #156; being bounded on the north by lot #5, on the east by lot #45, on the south by Adams Drive and on the west by lot #47; and being more particularly described in accordance with a recent survey by Robert L. Neely, Professional Engineer, dated April 20, 2007, as follows, to wit: BEGINNING at a point, a found iron pin, in the north line of Adams Drive (50 feet wide) at a corner for this lot and lot #47; Thence running from the point of beginning with the line of lot #47, North 39 degrees 24 minutes 01 seconds West 159.76 feet to a point at a corner for lot #5, said point being a power pole in the center of a 20 foot wide drainage easement; thence turning and running with line of lot #5 and said 20 foot wide easement, North 50 degrees 36 minutes 23 seconds East 100.00 feet to a found iron pin, at a corner for lot #45; thence turning and running with the line of lot #45, South 39 degrees 24 minutes 01 seconds East 159.77 feet to a found iron pipe, at a corner for lot #45 in the north line of Adams Drive; thence turning and running with north line of Adams Drive, South 50 degrees 36 minutes 46 seconds West 100.00 feet to the point and place of beginning and containing within said metes and bounds 15,976 square feet of land, be the same more or less. BEING the same lands and premises which Suzanne R. Grenier, by Deed dated April 27, 2007 and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds, in and for Sussex County and State of Delaware, in Deed Book 3445, Page 76, did grant and convey unto Stacey Vaneiken. Tax Parcel: 3-30-11.1775.00 Property Address: 607 Adams Drive, Milford 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 drivSee LEGALS—page 34

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er’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 May 4, 2009. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on May 8, 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 & (STACEY) VANEIKEN and will be sold by Eric D. Swanson, Sheriff 4/9/2tc SHERIFF SALE By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, April 21, 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 situate in Cedar Creek Hundred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, lying at the northwest corner of the intersection of Old Shawnee Road (County Road 619) and Sunset Lane; being all of Lot 10 as shown on a plan of Evergreen Acres Subdivision recorded in Plot Book 2 Page 69 and being more particularly bounded and described in accordance with a recent survey by William L. Sapp, Professional Land Surveyor, dated July 3, 1997, as follows to wit: BEGINNING at an iron

MORNING STAR pin found at a corner for this lot and the intersection of the northwesterly line of Old Shawnee Road (60 feet wide) with the northeasterly line of Sunset Lane (44 feet wide); thence along the northeasterly line of Sunset Lane at a corner for Lot 20; thence along line of Lot 20 North 34 degrees 25 minutes and 00 seconds East 87.00 feet to an iron pin set at a corner for Lot 20, Lot 21 and Lot 9; thence along line of Lot South 55 degrees 35 minutes 00 seconds East 140.00 feet to an iron pipe found at a corner for Lot 9 in the northwesterly line of Old Shawnee Road; thence along the northwesterly line of Old Shawnee Road South 34 degrees 25 minutes 00 seconds West 87.00 feet to the place of beginning. BEING the same lands and premises which Bruce C. Wells and Marlene B. Wells did by deed dated July 12th, 1997 and recorded in the office of the Recorder of Deeds in and for Sussex County, Delaware in Deed Book 2216 Page 6 did grant and convey unto Freddie L. Walker and Leatta A. Walker. Tax Parcel: 1-30-3.0716.00 Property Address: 5888 Old Shawnee Road, Milford 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 May 4, 2009. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on May 8, 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 LEATTA A. & FREDDIE L. WALKER and will be sold by Eric D. Swanson, Sheriff 4/9/2tc SHERIFF SALE By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, April 21, 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 Little Creek Hundred,, Sussex County, State of Delaware, being more particularly described as follows, to BEGINNING at an iron pipe (set) on the Southerly side of Sussex County Road No. 493 (80’ R/W), said iron pipe being a comer for these lands and located at the intersection of Sussex County Road No. 493 and Sussex County Road No. 492A (50’ R/W); thence turning and running along these lands and Sussex County Road No. 492A, South 04 degrees 29 minutes 20 seconds east 218.91 feet to a point; thence continuing with Sussex County Road No. 492A and the curve thereof, having a radius of 713.02 feet, a delta angle of 14 degrees 46 minutes 21 seconds, a length of 183.84 and a chord bearing of South 02 degrees 53 minutes 50 seconds West 183.33 feet to a point and ending of curve; thence continuing along these lands and said Sussex County Road No. 492A, South 10 degrees 17 minutes 00 West 37.64 feet to a concrete monument (found), said monument being a corner for these lands and lands now or formerly of Maurice Kevin and Melinda R. Tingle; thence turning and running along these lands and lands now or formerly of said Tingle lands, South 76 degrees 11 minutes 00 seconds west 220.00 feet to a concrete monument (found), said monument being a corner for these lands and lands now or formerly of William L. and Florence Pedersen; thence turning and running along these lands and said Pedersen lands, North 04 degrees 10 minutes 29 seconds West 440.03 feet to a concrete monument (found) on the South side of Sussex

• APRIL 16 - 22, 2009 County Road No. 493, said concrete monument being a corner for these lands and said Pedersen lands; thence turning and running along these lands and the Southerly side of County Road No. 493, North 77 degrees 59 minutes 00 seconds east 250.00 feet to the iron pipe (set), the point and place of beginning, said to contain 2.4367 acres, more or less, together with all improvements thereon, as is more fully shown upon reference to a survey prepared by Miller-Lewis, Inc., dated April 15, 2004. BEING the same lands and premises which Linda K. Christophel, by Deed dated April 23, 2004 and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds, in and for Sussex County and State of Delaware, in Deed Book 2970, Page 32, did grant and convey unto Christopher R. Wilder and Stacy Giordano Wilder. Tax Parcel: 4-32-3.0024.02 Property Address: 30836 S. Shell Bridge 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 May 4, 2009. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on May 8, 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 CHRISTOPHER R. & STACY GIORDANO WILDER

and will be sold by Eric D. Swanson, Sheriff 4/9/2tc

SHERIFF SALE By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, April 21, 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 Easterly side of Chandler Street, in the city of Seaford, Sussex County, State of Delaware, and more particularly described as follows: BEGINNNG at a concrete monument found lying on the easterly right-of-way line of Chandler Street, said concrete monument found being a corner for this land and for lands now or formerly of Mary Chapman; thence by and with aforesaid Chandler Street North 39 degrees 12 minutes 13 seconds East 80.11 feet to an iron stob found; thence turning and running by and with a common boundary line for this lands and for lands formerly of Better Homes of Seaford Inc., South 49 degrees 02 minutes 10 seconds East 100.84 feet to a concrete monument found; thence turning and running by and with a common boundary line for this land and lands now or formerly of Better Homes of Seaford, Inc. South 39 degrees 42 minutes 15 West 80.09 feet to a concrete monument found; thence turning and running by and with a common boundary line for land and lands now or formerly of Mary Chapman North 49 degrees 02 minutes 10 seconds West 100.14 feet home to the place of beginning said to contain 8,046 square feet of land more or less as shown on a survey prepared by Temple-Sellers, Inc. dated September 12, 2001. BEING the same lands and premises which Christian V. Elbert by Deed dated October 29, 2001 of Record in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds in and for Sussex County, State of Delaware in Deed Book 2645, page 333, did grant and convey unto Jarvis L. Ross. Tax Parcel: 3-31-5.203.00 Property Address: 15 Chandler Street, Seaford Registration is required for all bidders prior to sale. A $4,000.00 deposit (Cash

or Cashiers/certified check payable to Sheriff of Sussex County) and valid driver’s license or photo I.D. are required to register. TERMS: 20 percent of the purchase money will be demanded on day of sale (The $4,000.00 Bidder Registration Fee will be credited to the 20% deposit). Cash, Certified Check or Cashier’s Check, is required. The balance is to be paid on or before May 4, 2009. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on May 8, 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 JARVIS L. ROSS and will be sold by Eric D. Swanson, Sheriff 4/9/2tc SHERIFF SALE By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, April 21, 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 and parcel of land, lying and being in Nanticoke Hundred, Sussex County and State of Delaware, being designated as Lot #4 on a Plot of COUNTRY ACRES, of record in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds, in and for Sussex County in Plot Book 76, Page 291 and being mote particularly described in accordance with a survey prepared by John H. Plummer and Assoc., Inc., dated July 20, 2005, as follows, to-wit: BEGINNING at an iron rod/cap found on the See LEGALS—page 36

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PAGE 36 LEGALS - from Page 34 southerly right of way line of Country Court (50 feet R1W) marking a comer for this parcel and a comer for Lot #5; thence proceeding by and with the southerly right of way line of Country Court the following three courses and distances: (l) defecting with a curve having a radius of 175.00 feet an arc distance of 21.72 feet to an iron rod/cap found; (2) defecting with a curve with a radius of 25.00 feet an arc distance of 28.01 feet to an iron rod/cap found; and (3) South 41 degrees 4 minutes 26 seconds East 97.92 feet to an iron rod/cap found marking a corner for this parcel and a comer for Lot #3; thence proceeding by and with the line of Lot No.3, South 29 degrees 36 minutes 11 seconds West 250.31 feet to an iron rod/ cap found marking a corner for this parcel; thence turning and running North 45 degrees 37 minutes 20 seconds West 156.99 feet to an iron rod/cap found marking a comer for this parcel and a corner for Lot #5; thence proceeding by and with the line of Lot #5 North 34 degrees 11 minutes 13 seconds East 223.13 feet home to the iron rod/cap marking the point and place of Beginning, be the contents thereof what they may. AND BEING the same lands conveyed unto Jeffrey T. Benson, Jr. and La’ Glennda K. Benson by deed of Bayland Homes, Inc., dated August 5, 2005 and of record in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds in and for Sussex County and State of Delaware in Deed Book 3182, page 283. Tax Parcel: 3-31-13.00223.00 Property Address: 12179 Country 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 May 4, 2009. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on May 8, 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

MORNING STAR 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 LA’GLENNDA K. & JEFFREY T. BENSON, JR. and will be sold by Eric D. Swanson, Sheriff 4/9/2tc SHERIFF SALE By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, April 21, 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 and parcel of land situate, lying and being in the Town of Laurel, Little Creek Hundred, Sussex County, Delaware, lying on the southerly side of Eighth Street Extended, and being known as Lot R-13-A as shown on a plat of lots entitled “Town of Laurel Resubdivision (L.E. Parsons)”, said plat recorded in Georgetown, in and for Sussex County, Delaware, in plat book 13, page 43. AND BEING the same lands and premises which Mayor and Council of Laurel by deed dated May 23, 1980 and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds in and for Sussex County, Delaware in Deed Record 1012, Page 261 did grant and convey unto REBECCA J. SMITH, in fee. Tax Parcel: 4-32-8.0631.00 Property Address: 603 West 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 May 4, 2009. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on May 8, 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 REBECCA J. SMITH and will be sold by Eric D. Swanson, Sheriff 4/9/2tc SHERIFF SALE By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, April 21, 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 Little Creek Hundred, Sussex County and State of Delaware, being described more particularly: BEGINNING at an Iron pipe (found) on the northerly right-of-way line of Sussex County Road #454A (50’ R/W); said pipe being situate westerly 0.24 miles, more or less, from the rightof-way of U.S. Road #13; thence with the right-of-way line of Sussex County Road #454A North 76°·08’-48” East a distance of 117.13 feet to an iron pipe (set); thence with the lands of Robert F. Kelly, Jr., now or formerly, North 13°-45’00” West a distance of 218.11 feet to an iron rod (found); thence continuing with the said Kelly lands North 76°-17’-17” West a distance of 150.00 feet to an iron rod (found); thence with the lands of Ella M. & Robert L. Disharoon,

• APRIL 16 - 22, 2009 now or formerly, North 13°41’-30” East a distance of 79.73 feet to an iron pipe (found); thence continuing with the said Disharoon lands North 76°-16’¬20” West a distance of 142.79 feet to an iron pipe (found); thence with the lands of Doris A. Bailey, now or formerly, North 15°-07’-13” East a distance of 975.55 feet to a gum tree guarded by iron axle; thence with the lands of ANBR, LLC, now or formerly, South 73°11’-28” East a distance of 250.06 feet to an iron pipe (found); thence continuing with the said ANBR, LLC lands and A & S Real Estate, LLP, now or formerly, South 79°-22’.58” East a distance of 722.89 feet to an iron pipe (found); thence with the lands of Ronald K. Bridge, now or formerly, South 10°.39’.43” West a distance of 516.31 feet to an iron pipe (set); thence with the lands of Gregory D. & Carolyn A. Tingle, now or formerly, North 75°·52’¬16” West a distance of 323.40 feet to an iron pipe (found); thence continuing with the said Tingle lands South 14°.07’.20” West a distance of 450.80 feet to an iron pipe (found), thence with lands of Kenneth E. Groce & Linda A. Skelley, now or formerly, North 75°.16’-08” West a distance of 150.00 feet to an iron rod (found); thence with the lands of David L & Strachan & Barbara J. Berry, now or formerly, North 76°.09’-34” West a distance of 150.03 feet to an iron pipe (found); thence continuing with the said Berry lands South 11 °-25’-56” West a distance of 338.20 feet home to the point and place of beginning said to contain 19.687 acres of land, be the same more or less. Tax Parcel: 5-32-13.0052.02 Property Address: 10591 Allens Mill Road, Delmar Registration is required for all bidders prior to sale. A $4,000.00 deposit (Cash or Cashiers/certified check payable to Sheriff of Sussex County) and valid driver’s license or photo I.D. are required to register. TERMS: 20 percent of the purchase money will be demanded on day of sale (The $4,000.00 Bidder Registration Fee will be credited to the 20% deposit). Cash, Certified Check or Cashier’s Check, is required. The balance is to be paid on or before May 4, 2009. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on May 8, 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 DAVID VENABLES and will be sold by Eric D. Swanson, Sheriff 4/9/2tc SHERIFF SALE By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, April 21, 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 and parcel of land, situate, lying and being in the Town of Seaford, County of Sussex and State of Delaware and being more particularly described as follows, to-wit: BEGINNING at an iron stob at the intersection of Shipley Street and Juniper Street in said town; thence by and with Juniper Street, South 79 degrees 33 minutes West, 185 feet to an iron spike at the curb base on Juniper Street, a comer for this lot and lands of W.R Breasure; thence by and with these lands and lands of said W.R Breasure, South 12 degrees 00 minutes East, 95 feet to a pipe, a comer for this lot and lands of Albert E. Rosenbauer thence by and with these lands and lands of said Rosenbauer, North 79 degrees 30 minutes East 175 feet to an iron stob on the southwesterly side of Shipley Street; thence by and with the sidewalk of Shipley Street, North 12 degrees 00 minutes West, 49.80 feet to the iron spike, the place of beginning. Be the contents thereof what they may. Tax Parcel: 5-31-13.1025.00 Property Address: 218 North Shipley Street, Seaford Registration is required for all bidders prior to sale.

A $4,000.00 deposit (Cash or Cashiers/certified check payable to Sheriff of Sussex County) and valid driver’s license or photo I.D. are required to register. TERMS: 20 percent of the purchase money will be demanded on day of sale (The $4,000.00 Bidder Registration Fee will be credited to the 20% deposit). Cash, Certified Check or Cashier’s Check, is required. The balance is to be paid on or before May 4, 2009. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on May 8, 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 JOANN WESCOTT and will be sold by Eric D. Swanson, Sheriff 4/9/2tc SHERIFF SALE By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, April 21, 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 or parcel of land situate, lying and being In Nanticoke Hundred, Sussex County, Delaware, being designated as Lot #594-E4, shown on the plot of “Newberg Lots”, prepared for Paul Wilson, as surveyed by Coast Survey, Inc,. Land Surveying and Planning, dated November 8, 1992, divided March 16. 1994, filed for record in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds, in and for Sussex County. at Georgetown, Delaware, in Plot Book 52, See LEGALS—page 37

MORNING STAR LEGALS - from Page 36 page 50, and being more particularly described as follows, to wit: BEGINNING at a pipe found on the southeasterly right-of-way line of County Road #594 (50 feet wide), a corner for this lot and Lot #594-E-5; thence continuing with said right-ofway north 33 degrees 07 minutes 08 seconds East 300.00 feet to a pipe; thence turning and running by and with a common boundary line for this lot and Lot E-3 South 56 degrees 52 minutes 52 seconds East 525.30 feet (passing over a pipe at 195.00 feet) to a point in the center of Gum Branch Ditch; thence with said Ditch South 29 degrees 23 minutes 05 seconds West 204.20 feet to a point and continuing South 27 degrees 31 minutes 00 seconds West 385.07 feet to a point; thence turning and running by and with Lot E-5 North 22 degrees 55 minutes 28 seconds West 513.82 feet to a pipe: thence continuing on North 22 degrees 55 minutes 28 second West 106.59 feet to a pipe: thence continuing on North 56 degrees 52 minutes 52 second West 150.00 feet to the place of beginning said to contain 5.000 acres more or less. Tax Parcel: 4-30-9.0042.04 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 May 4, 2009. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on May 8, 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 confirma-

tion. If the Purchaser fails to comply with these terms the percentum paid at the time of sale will be forfeited. Please make checks payable to: Sheriff of Sussex County. Seized and taken in execution the property of REBECCA R. & CHARLES A. HOLLINGSWORTH, II and will be sold by Eric D. Swanson, Sheriff 4/9/2tc SHERIFF SALE By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, April 21, 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 Seaford Hundred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, being known and designated as Lot #2 on that certain plot entitled “Minor Subdivision of Lands of Shore Properties Partnership” prepared by AKS Associates, Inc. Registered Surveyors, dated September 11, 2001, and filed for record in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds, in and for Sussex County, at Georgetown, Delaware, in Plot Book 72, Page 239, containing 1.03 acres of land, more or less, as reference thereunto being had will more fully and at large appear. Being the same land and premises described by Deed from Shore Properties Partnership, dated November 4, 2002 and recorded November 8, 2002 in the Sussex County Clerk’s Office in Deed Book 2770, Page 108, conveyed said property unto Glenn E. Thomas and Kathy L. Thomas, in fee. Being the same land and premises described by Deed from Glenn E. Thomas and Kathy L. Thomas, dated July 21, 2005 and recorded August 10, 2005 in the Sussex County Clerk’s Office in Deed Book 3182, Page 153, conveyed said property unto Jason Thomas and Mollie A. Thomas, in fee. Tax Parcel: 3-31-4.0060.02 Property Address: 10149 Old Furnace Road, Seaford Registration is required for all bidders prior to sale. A $4,000.00 deposit (Cash or Cashiers/certified check payable to Sheriff of Sussex County) and valid driv-

er’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 May 4, 2009. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on May 8, 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 JASON & MOLLIE A. THOMAS and will be sold by Eric D. Swanson, Sheriff 4/9/2tc SHERIFF SALE By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, April 21, 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 situated in a Subdivision known as GREEN ACRES, Seaford Hundred. Sussex County, Delaware, being all of LOT #53, as shown on a plan recorded in Deed record #310, page 540, being more recently shown on a plot of Elliot Surveying dated May 27, 1996, said lot lying on the Northerly side of Garden Lane (40 feet wide) and being more particularly described as follows: Beginning at a point on the Northerly side of Garden Lane, a corner for this lot and Lot #52, said point being located North 69 degrees 12 minutes West 2,457.61 feet from the Northwesterly

• APRIL 16 - 22, 2009 corner of the intersection of Route #13-A and Garden Lane; thence from the said point of beginning, the following four courses and distances: 1) North 69 degrees 12 minutes West 50 feet, measured along the Northerly side of Garden Lane, to a point, a corner for Lot #54; thence with the same; 2) North 20 degrees 48 minutes East 150 feet to a point in the line of lands of others; thence with the same; 3) South 69 degrees 12 minutes East 50 feet to a point, a corner for Lot #52; thence with the same; 4) South 20 degrees 48 minutes West 150 feet to a point, the point and place of beginning. Containing within said metes and bounds 7,500 square feet of land, more or less, together with the improvements located thereon, as surveyed by Walter R. Todd, Registered Surveyor, dated July 11, 2007. Being the same lands and premises which Barbara Ann Delisi, did grant and convey unto Peggy A. Collison, by deed dated July 27, 2007 and recorded on August 1, 2007 in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds, in and for Sussex County, State of Delaware, in Deed Book 3480 at Page 184. Tax Parcel: 3-31-3.00227.00 Property Address: 8555 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 May 4, 2009. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on May 8, 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

PAGE 37 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 PEGGY A. COLLISON and will be sold by Eric D. Swanson, Sheriff 4/9/2tc SHERIFF SALE By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, April 21, 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, parcel and tract of land, lying and being situate in Nanticoke Hundred, Sussex County, and the State of Delaware, being depicted on a survey as Parcel 2.02 and consisting of 35.0 I acres more or less with improvement thereon, as survey prepared by Charles D. Murphy Associates, Inc. dated September 20, 2006, of record in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds, in and for Sussex County, Delaware, in Plot Book 108, at Page 141. BEING the same land conveyed unto Jason C. Clagg and Jennifer J. Clagg, his wife, by deed of Noble M. Schuyler dated June 15, 2006, of record in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds, in and for Sussex County, Delaware, in Deed Book 3323 at Page 201. Being the same lands and premises which Noble M. Schuyler, did grant and convey unto Jason C. Clagg and Jennifer J. Clagg, by deed dated June 15, 2006 and recorded on June 19, 2006 in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds, in and for Sussex County, State of Delaware, in Deed Book 3323 at Page 201. Tax Parcel: 4-30-6.002.02 Property Address: 12935 Lighthouse Lane, 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 May 4, 2009. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on May 8, 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 JASON C. & JENNIFER J. CLAGG and will be sold by Eric D. Swanson, Sheriff 4/9/2tc SHERIFF SALE By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, April 21, 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 Broad Creek Hundred, Sussex County, Delaware, being all of Lots Nos. 10, 31 and 32 of a Plat of lots laid out by James E. Lloyd, said Plat being of record in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds, at Georgetown. Being the same lands and premises which Kelly Hastings, individually and as Executor of the Estate of Sally E. Garris and Keith L. Hastings, did grant and convey unto Keith L. Hastings, by deed dated April 30, 2004 and recorded on May 19, 2004 in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds, in and for Sussex County, State of Delaware, in Deed Book 02980 at Page 203. Tax Parcel: 1-32-6.00169.00 Property Address: 26920 Windsor Street, Seaford Registration is required for all bidders prior to sale. A $4,000.00 deposit (Cash or Cashiers/certified check See LEGALS—page 38

PAGE 38 LEGALS - from Page 37 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 May 4, 2009. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on May 8, 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 KEITH L. HASTINGS and will be sold by Eric D. Swanson, Sheriff 4/9/2tc SHERIFF SALE By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, April 21, 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 Little Creek Hundred, Sussex County and State of Delaware, known as LOT NO. 11 of “FOREST KNOLL ESTATES” subdivision, and being described more particularly as follows, to wit: BEGINNING at an iron pipe found at the Northeasterly right of way line of Forest Knoll drive (50 foot right of way) at a corner for this lot and Lot No. 10; thence with said right of way line the following two (2) courses and distances: (1) along a curve to the left having a radius of l75 feet, a delta angle of 12

MORNING STAR degrees 00 minutes 45 seconds, an arc length 36.69 feet and a chord bearing North 38 degrees 47 minutes 37 seconds West 36.62 feet to a point; (2) North 44 degrees 48 minutes 00 seconds West 91.73 feet to an iron pipe found at a corner for this lot and Lot No. 12; thence with Lot No. 12 North 45 degrees 12 minutes 00 seconds East 275.45 feet to 3n iron pipe found, passing over an iron pipe found at 121.67 feet, at a corner for this lot, Lot No. 12 and in line of lands now or formerly of Charles T. Phillips; thence with the lands now or formerly of Charles T. Phillips South 44 degrees 49 minutes 19 seconds East 187.60 feet to an iron pipe found at a corner for this lot, Lot No. 10 and in line of lands now or formerly of Charles T. Phillips; thence with Lot No. 10 South 57 degrees 12 minutes 48 seconds West 285.61 feet home, passing over an iron pipe found at 157.30 feet, to the point of beginning, said to contain 1.002 acres of land, be the same more or Jess, as shown on a survey prepared by Miller-Lewis, Inc., dated April 18, 2006. Being the same lands and premises which S & L Contractors, Inc., did grant and convey unto Steven W. Coleman and Carrie M. Coleman, by deed dated April 20, 2006 and recorded on April 25, 2006 in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds, in and for Sussex County, State of Delaware, in Deed Book 3300 at Page 143. Tax Parcel: 4-32-9.0025.00 Property Address: 33137 Forest Knoll Drive, 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 May 4, 2009. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on May 8, 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

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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 STEVEN W. & CARRIE M. COLEMAN and will be sold by Eric D. Swanson, Sheriff 4/9/2tc SHERIFF SALE By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, April 21, 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, situated in Nanticoke Hundred, Sussex County and State of Delaware, lying on the south side of Glen Circle, being all of Lot 69 as shown on a plat of “Country Glen” as recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds in and for Sussex County, in Plot Book 57, page 201, being bounded on the north by Glen Circle, on the east by Lot 70, on the south by Lot 60, and on the west by Lot 68, and being more particularly described in accordance with a recent survey by Richard Vetter Land Surveying dated June 20, 2005, as follows, to-wit: BEGINNING at a set iron pin in the south line of Glen Circle at a corner for this lot and Lot 68; thence running along the south line of Glen Circle, South 65 deg. 36 min. 34 sec. East 125.00 feet to a set iron pin at a corner for this lot and Lot 70; thence turning and running with Lot 70, South 24 deg. 23 min. 26 sec. West, 125.00 feet to a found iron pipe at a common corner for this lot, Lot 59 and Lot 60; thence turning and running with Lot 60, North 65 deg. 36 min. 34 sec. West, 125.00 feet to a found iron pin at a common corner for this lot, Lot 61, and Lot 68; thence turning and running with Lot 68, North 24 deg. 23 min. 26 sec. East, 125.00 feet to the point and place of beginning and containing 15.625 square feet of land, be the same more or less. Being the same lands and premises which Ronald Bo-

PRINCESS TEA - A Princess Tea was held at Penco on March 21 as a fundraiser for Relay for Life. The tea was put on by the Curves for a Cure Team and sponsored by Penco Corp. Princesses were treated to refreshments, dancing, pictures and door prizes. Photo by Debbie Morgan

Legislators identify $13m savings Following swift action by the Senate and House this week, Gov. Jack Markell recently signed legislation into law that reduces the shortfall the state is facing for the current fiscal year. Despite the $12.9 million of savings in the legislation, Delaware is still facing a $30.8 million shortfall in the current year and an historic $750 million deficit for fiscal 2010. Both figures could increase if revenue estimates worsen over the next two months. “I appreciate the General Assembly acting so quickly to help the state save money. We still have a long way to go,” Markell said. “Balancing our budget for this year and next will require significant amounts of shared sacrifice. The decisions we will have to make between now and the end of June will not be easy, but these are difficult times that demand difficult choices. We must and will rise to the challenge.” Senate Bill 69 identifies savings from several areas, including unspent money allocated for capital projects, interest from

swell and Margaret Boswell, did grant and convey unto Ronald Boswell, Margaret Boswell, and Kimmy Leann Dunbar, by deed dated October 12, 2006 and recorded on October 25, 2006 in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds, in and for Sussex County, State of Delaware, in Deed Book 3375 at Page 267. Tax Parcel: 4-30-19.00138.00 Property Address: 11856 Glen Circle, 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.

special fund accounts, funding appropriated for minor capital improvement projects at various state agencies and surplus money in the E-911 account. “The next round of cuts will be harder because we may have to take money from projects that might be ready to start,” said Sen. Robert Venables, D-Laurel, co-chair of the Joint Bond Bill Committee. “I think the hill gets a lot steeper from here.” Joint Bond Bill Committee co-chair Rep. Helene M. Keeley added that while the “mini-bond bill” would not completely eliminate the fiscal 2009 shortfall, it is extremely important for the committee to remain vigilant at reverting funds wherever and whenever possible. “We must continue to comb through all of our funds and look for money that we can revert to help decrease this revenue shortfall,” said Rep. Keeley, D-Wilmington South. “While $12.9 million won’t fully close the 2009 gap, it takes a sizable chunk out of the shortfall and brings us one step closer to balancing this year’s budget. Every little bit we can revert is that much less that we need to find later.”

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 May 4, 2009. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on May 8, 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 RONALD W. & MARGARET M. BOSWELL & KIMMY DUNBAR and will be sold by Eric D. Swanson, Sheriff 4/9/2tc

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Youth Board presents $10,000 to youth program grants At their final meeting of the year on April 8, the Youth Philanthropy Board (YPB) for Sussex County, a program of the Delaware Community Foundation (DCF), presented a total of $10,000 in grants to five nonprofit organizations with programs that provide mentoring to students, grades 9 through 12, that focus on promoting a productive lifestyle by encouraging students to stay in school and equipping them for college or their future in the workforce. Extra consideration was given to programs that provide money management guidance, budgeting and savings, and/or the prevention of substance abuse. This year’s grantees include: • Boys & Girls Club of Georgetown, Leaders in Training Mentoring Club, $1,500 - presented to Boys and Girls Club of Georgetown’s “Youth of the Year” Janara Hickman, the grant will be used to fund activities that will enable participants to learn how to set goals and maintain their direction in achieving those goals; learn important decision-making skills to help them prepare and plan for their future; introduce them to local businesses and nonprofit organizations to educate them about the value of free enterprise, business and economics and provide them with a handson experience. • Coverdale Crossroads Community Council, Inc., Coverdale Crossroads Afterschool/Mentoring Program, $2,500 - presented to Executive Director Evelyn Wil-

son, the grant will be used to provide an after school program with mentoring and academic support for late elementary and middle-school students of the Coverdale Crossroads Community. • Delaware Adolescent Program, Inc., Laurel Kids Connection Mentoring Program, $1,500 - presented to Executive Director Lucy O’Donnell, the grant will support the continued collaboration of the Delaware Adolescent Program, Inc. (DAPI) and the Laurel School District to improve academic achievement, create a positive bonding experience with the student and student’s family and the school’s staff and encourage positive social behaviors of middle-school aged children in rural Laurel, Delaware. • Slaughter Neck Community Action Organization, Slaughter Neck Tutorial Program, $3,500 - presented to Project Coordinator Phyllis Slayton, the grant will be used to provide after-school educational support for youth in a safe environment including teaching computer skills and providing tutoring and career planning for children in the rural area of Slaughter Neck. • Spirit of Excellence Ministry of Deliverance, Inc., Youth for Excellence Program, $1,000 - presented to Pastor Gloria Johnson, the grant will support programs for at-risk youth to help them develop the knowledge and skills to resist drug and alcohol abuse, practice sexual abstinence, stay-in-school to earn a high school di-

Dinner will honor Dale Dukes

Johnny Janosik Charity Events is sponsoring a tribute dinner honoring former Sussex County Council President Dale Dukes on Saturday, May 9, at the Johnny Janosik World of Furniture 2nd floor conference center. The event has limited seating and will start at 5 p.m. with an opportunity to browse through the Johnny Janosik World of Furniture store. The tribute dinner is part of the Johnny Janosik Charity Event fundraiser for Boys & Girls Clubs of Delaware - Laurel Extension. Tickets are $75 per person. For more information, visit mwww.johnnyjanosikcharitygolf.com.

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Members of this year’s Board include (seated from left): Jessica Tylor, junior, Indian River High School; Kate Hickman, junior, Indian River High School; Illyante Waters, junior, Cape Henlopen High School; and Kelsey Murrell, senior, Delmar High School. Standing from left are Meghan Whittington, senior, Delmarva Christian High School; Olivia Smith, junior, Delmar High School; Casey Bellamy, junior, Delmar High School; Peter Gorgui, senior, Delmarva Christian High School; Phillip Gordon, junior, Delmarva Christian High School; Chris Cutsail, junior, Laurel High School; Sierra Spicer, junior, Laurel High School; Zach Prettyman, senior, Milford High School; and Michael Cherrix, junior, Seaford High School. Not pictured are Caleb Craig, senior, Delmarva Christian High School; Emily Wheatley, senior, Seaford High School; BreAshia Hazzard, junior, Cape Henlopen High School; Zachery Judy, junior, Woodbridge High School; and Michael Horton III, junior, Indian River High School.

ploma and prepare them for college or to work in a trade. The program engages presenters and facilitators who host weekly workshops on various topics.

For more information about the Delaware Community Foundation and the Youth Philanthropy Board, call 302-5718004 or visit www.delcf.org.

May 22-24, 2009

Presented by the Greater Seaford Chamber of Commerce and The Seaford Historical Society, Seaford Heritage Weekend is May 22-24, 2009. Held at the historic Governor Ross Mansion grounds in Seaford, this threeday event features dynamic glimpses into Civil War era life, complete with reenacted battles, living camp exhibits, period craft demonstrations and music, children’s games, and lots of food and fun. Morning Star Publications, Inc. is preparing a magazine that will be inserted in the May 14, 2009, edition of the Seaford and Laurel Star newspapers. The magazine has a glossy cover and full process color throughout. Those advertising in the Seaford Heritage Weekend magazine may pick up the same ad in the Annual Nanticoke Riverfest magazine to be published in July for a 20% discount.

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Education Raven JROTC Battalion brings home first place

Phyllis Wheatley lists honor roll The following students were named to the Honor Roll for the third marking period at Phyllis Wheatley Middle School in Bridgeville. A Honor Roll Erica Apgar, Aaron Ballweg, Matthew Ballweg, Kirsten Blake, Desmon Bolden, Jordan Clark, Sara Davis, Kelsey Eckert, Danielle Glenn, Savannah Harris, Makayla Johnson, Megan Joseph, Bethany Killmon, Mariah Lee, Shelby McBroom, Taylor McBroom, Ashelyn McQuerry, Lakalla Molock, Imani Nichols, Brandon Oliver, Erica Parker, Hailey Penuel, Morgan Ramos, Rachel Retzlaff, Horacio Reyna, Taylor Richey, Amanda Roeglin, Jesse Sanger, Melissa States, Natea Welch, Eddie Zagal-Ponce AB Honor Roll Jacqueline Albanese, Albert Anderson, Lyteesha Bailey, Justin Baynard, Sheena Bean, Shawn Beggs, Zachary Bell, Caitlin Blades, Tamyra Blake, Tyler Bohenko, Kaitlin Boyer, Caroline Breeding, Collin Breeding, Zachary Breeding, Kory Brown, Kayla Carlisle, Sae Chung, Taylor Coe, Nicholas Constantine, Cole Cook, Melissa Paige Cook, Nathaniel Cooper, DeJ’a Crippen, JD Custins, Tyler Davis,

William Davis, Olie DeLeon, Remington Dewey, Catarina Domingo, Nour Elmasri, Michael Evans, Alyssa Fitzgerald, Kalene Garrison, Hannah Glass, Lydia Greason, Patrick Griffin, James Harmon, William Harris, Zachary Harris, Taylor Hatfield, Tyler Hatfield, Kevin Hernandez, Justin Hohberger, Allison Hughes, Amanda Hurst, Joseph Hutson, John Ireland, Jeshale’ Johnson, LeJoie Johnson, Joshua Keefe, Brady Keeler, Castaysha Lewis, Jennifer Linares-Agustin, Jaylyn Magee, Chase Marvil, Tyler Mathis, Randi Maxfield, Christian McDowell, John McMillin, Daisy Mendoza, Nathan Milligan, Nacoya Neal, Alyssa Ortiz, Morgan 4x12.45 Parker, Joshua Parsons, Heli Patel, Micala Polite, Tyler WEEK 3 Ramos, Amy Rice, Neisha Rivera, Jose 04/16/09 Rodriguez-Santos, Hunter Rogers, Renae Salandanan, Rudy Salandanan, Itzel Sanchez-Quintero, Kate Schroeder, Cory Showard, Jessica Smith, Laquesha Smith, Madison Smith, Mikaela Smith, Sydnee Smith, Randy Sturgis, Adam Thomas, Nicole Valenzuela, Jessa Vera, Mia Vera, Nicole Verrastro, Tatiana Villeda, Nicole Widen, Jessica Wilkins, Daisjah Williams, Kirby Williams, Kaitlyn Willin, Karin Wright, Alexis Wyatt, Tristan Zepp 100%

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Raven Battalion drill team cadets in photo are, from left: first row – Cadet Lieutenant Colonel Lori Simmons, Rehoboth; Cadet Major Nathan Rider, Bridgeville; and Cadet Command Sergeant Major Paul Romer, Seaford; second row – Sergeant First Class (Ret) Luis Melendez (advisor), Cadet Second Lieutenant Alexis Turzani, Seaford; Cadet Second Lieutenant Garrett Lavenets, Lewes; Cadet Captain Brandon Wilkins, Laurel; Cadet Captain Tyler Faulkner, Bridgeville; Cadet Gunnery Sergeant Mark Lewis, Seaford JROTC; and Cadet Major Paul Sisson, Georgetown; third row – Cadet Private First Class Anthony Taylor, Laurel; Cadet Private First class Jonathan Schaffer, Selbyville; Cadet Second Lieutenant Mike Fuller, Greenwood; Cadet Sergeant First Class Cameron Faulkner, Bridgeville; and Cadet First Sergeant Skyler Bowden, Georgetown; fourth row – Cadet First Lieutenant Sarah Czukiewski, Harbeson; Cadet Private First Class Michael Lee, Seaford; Cadet Sergeant Charinel Matos, Seaford; Cadet First Lieutenant Ashley Brown, Milford; and Cadet Private First Class Austin Purdy, Fenwick Island; fifth row – Cadet Private First Class Justin Stevenson, Laurel; Cadet Private First Class Patra Silvia, Laurel; Cadet Staff Sergeant Joseph Cloughly, Bridgeville; and Cadet Captain Richard Atkins, Georgetown; sixth row – Cadet Private First Class Tara Windels, Laurel; Cadet Staff Sergeant Anthony Alvarez, Ellendale; Cadet Private First Class Joshua Loockerman, Bridgeville; and Cadet Sergeant Katie Crasewski, Bridgeville; and seventh row – Cadet Staff Sergeant David Czukiewski, Harbeson. Absent from photo – Cadet Captain Thomas Brennan, Millsboro; Cadet Staff Sergeant Gregory Luff, Milton; and Cadet Private First Class Demontrae Jenkins, Millsboro.

The Sussex Tech JROTC Raven Battalion participated in the Ryan Long Memorial Drill Meet held at Seaford High School on Feb. 21 and came home with a coveted first place award. First to compete was the first year squad inspection group, led by Cadet Private First Class Patra Silvia of Laurel. Next, the varsity armed drill team competed under the command of Cadet Captain Nathan Rider of Bridgeville. When they went on the drill floor, each carried a seven pound rifle, which challenged their performance. Led by Cadet Private First Class Tara Windels of Laurel, the first year regulation unarmed squad had a case of nerves but gathered themselves and performed as one unit. Cadet Private First Class Joshua Loockerman of Bridgeville said he was confident his unit did well. Cadet Command Sergeant Major Paul Romer of Seaford led the varsity color guard in the next competition. As the best of the best from the Raven Battalion, the cadets were a constantly connected unit that never ceased to move as one. Cadet Private First Class Austin Purdy of Fenwick Island described it as a “legendary” feat. Following in the footsteps of their older counterparts, the first year color guard was the next group to compete. At noon, the Seaford JROTC Parent Booster Club served lunch as cadets mingled with each other and made new friends. Besides the Army, Navy, Marine and Air Force cadets participated in the drill meet. After lunch, Cadet Lieutenant Colonel Lori Simmons of Rehoboth led the brightest of the Raven Battalion before the criticizing search of the inspector in the varsity inspection. While to an outsider, it appeared to be a casual conversation between each cadet and the inspector, cadets did not drop their guard as they were questioned about the uniform they wore.

The Ravens’ responses were only one point away from tying for third place, and the inspector had no negative words for the Battalion. The more experienced cadets took center stage in the platoon unarmed regulation marching, led by Cadet Major Rider. During his first time at commanding, C/ MAJ Rider’s worries were proven unfounded as the uniform body showcased the best of the older cadets’ talents. Stiff competition met the cadets who participated in the exhibition drill. Led by C/LTC Simmons, they began with arrow march as they reported in before going through a variety of complex marches that displayed precision and perfect timing by those who participated. “We used all of our combined creativity to successfully win over the judges with an excellent performance,” said C/ LTC Simmons upon receiving the first place plaque. The knock-out drill was the final event of the day and was optional for any cadet who chose to participate at the cost of $2 a ticket. Introduced with the words “please don’t panic,” the drill began as a test of the cadets’ skill in every aspect of marching. The Marines and guardians who had earlier served as judges began a sweeping attack on the mass of cadets who filled the drill floor, releasing every bit of left over energy into creating noise and mayhem. As the group was slowly narrowed down, representatives from the Raven Battalion were steadily weeded out until Cadet Private First Class Austin Purdy of Fenwick Island was the last standing from Sussex Tech. The drill meet is held each year in memory of Ryan Long, a former JROTC cadet from Seaford High School who had previously been their executive officer in his student years. He went on to serve his country and died in its defense after being deployed to Afghanistan and killed while on patrol.

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Delmar Middle/Senior High releases Merit/Honor Roll Delmar Middle and Senior High School has released the third quarter Merit/Honor Roll.

Grade 12 Merit Honor Roll: Seth Benson, David Bradshaw, Elise Breda, Shannon Elliott, William Griswold, Alexandria Harris, Amanda Holt, Kiona Horsey, Tia Johnson, Dylan Layfield, Nancy Maner, Jerone Medico, Kelsey Murrell, Ryan Prettyman, Megan Sando, Megan Spindler, R. Tyler Thompson, Sarah Wilber

Grade 12 Honor Roll: Gabrielle Andrade, Olivia Baker, Heather Brewington, Shawn Briddell, Brandon Calhoun, Drakkar Creighton, Tiffany Daniels, Kelsey Dickerson, Kevin Forse, Christina Frey, Stacey Humphrey, Chloe Hurley, Bianca Johnson, Julie Le, Lindsay Lloyd, Brian Lowe, Michael McIntyre, Andrew Merrill, Tay Moore, Annika Nichols, Megan Pettingill, Chad Porter, Jordan Rowland, Brittani Scott, Sean Scovell, Ashley Shelton, Fiona Siegel, Jeremy Smith, Jessica Snyder, Casey Sowell, Cody Thompson, Melanie Twilley, David Webster, Katie Whitelock, Kimyada Wilson, Scott Wroten, Carolyn Zimmerman Grade 11 Merit Honor Roll: Megan Beach, Heather Conaway, Mallory Elliott, Benjamin Gifford, Nikkia King, Kevin Nichols, Christina Parsons, Sara Shaw, Alison Tingle, Megan Warren

Grade 11 Honor Roll: Casey Bellamy, Christen Bozman, Britany Brooks, Jazmine Brown, Jose Dina, Calvin Esham, Amanda Fields, Spencer Fothergill, Natasha Holland, Kiera Hudson, Auielle Hutley, Scott Kunkowski, Brinkley Rayne, Dylan Shupe, Joshua Smith, S. Olivia Smith, Ryan Thomas, Kayla Threlfall, Dante Tingle, Phillip Vinson Jr., Elizabeth Warren, Leah Wilson Grade 10 Merit Honor Roll: Lucas Blewitt, Noman Choudhry, Chelsey Cornelius, Jaclyn Dishroon, Teresa Garrison, Lyndsey Gerstle, Leah Gilmore, Thomas Gray, Matthew Harding, Jessica Ludemann, Lauren Massey, Ahsley Matos, Morgan Parsons, Seth Rachocki, Chelsea Ralph, Skylar Schritzinger, Mustafa Shauket, Brian Thaw, Brent Tran, Beverly Tripari, Caila White, Ashley Wicklund

Grade 10 Honor Roll: Alexis Andrade, Darryl Ash, Logan Baxter, Kristyn Beauchamp, Andrew Bergeron, Cassie Brinck, Della Curtis, Kyle Dykes, Ashley Elliott, Justin Elliott, Sierra Elliott, Kelsey Eskridge, Meagan Farber, Ana Garcia, Kim Hopkins, Tiffani Hughes, Chassidy Jewel, Courtney Jones, Jamie Kennedy, Cecilia Lehman, Mackenzie

Martin, Amanda McIntyre, Tarl Newberry, Brittany Parks, Chris Peterson, Darren Reid, Jr., Corey Robertson, Sierra Schirtzinger, Sherrylynn Shockley, Dominique Showell, Yvette Siegel, Nicholas Sonnier, Tyler Spiker, Jaclyn Watts, Shannon Webb, Michael White, Joshua Wilder, Hannah Wilkinson, Miranda Wood, Brittany Wroten

Grade 9 Merit Honor Roll: Kendra Bailey, Christopher Bireley, Brittany Bolen, Genevieve Booth, Carlee Budd, Hunter Causey, Sha’Lynn Chandler, Shawn Conaway, Caitlin Frey, Claudia Geissler, Connor Hill, Cody Holland, Tawni Hollers, Christina Lehman, Justin McCain, Jerosalee Medico, Matthew Miller, Samantha Parsons, Prerak Patel, Thinh Truong, Matthew Waldman

Grade 9 Honor Roll: Ashley Bennett, Mary Bradshaw, Cassie Brennan, Chelsea Brown, Courtney Bunting, Taylor Collins, Monisha Dennis, Shante Douglas, Erika Downes, Taylor Elliott, Parth Gadani, Shelby Hill, Rockell Jackson, Samantha Johnson, Brittanie Kelly, Dillon Koval, Brady Layfield, Danielle McWIlliams, Raven Neubert, Adwoa Nyame, Caroline Phillips, Alexandria Phippin, Gabriella Rairan, Jessica Rickards, Justin Ross, Keith Severson, Alexis Smith, Donya Smith, Amanda Sparacino, C. Nikkole Stehl, Keyochia Taylor, Carl VanGessel, Kerry Ward, Bethany Wheatley, Rebecca Witzke Grade 8 Merit Honor Roll: Brittany Bennett, Ashley Brobst, Autumn Campbell, Breasia Deal, David Goslee, Ayza Hayat, Amber Kirby, Ronald Knight, Jenny Lee, Kiernan Maloney, Matthew Martel, Melinda Matos, Maegan Mercier, Jared Messick, Megan O’Day, Samuel Prettyman, Michaela Rittenhouse, Alex Seymore, Brian Tran, Jessica Walter, Taylor Wilson

Grade 8 Honor Roll: Kimberly Bacon, Thomas Barlow II, Christine Baum, Victoria Blewitt, Marissa Bradley, Caroline Brannock, Kederio Briddell, Daijah Brown, Amore Buonopane, Kristina Carey, Kelsey Craven, Joshua Elliott, Jonathan Evans, Harsh Gadani, Keyana Gaines, Krystin Gibson, Casey Gove, Tierra Handy, James Hastings, Stevonte’ Hayes, Tara Hopkins, Russell Hovatter, Caleb Hunter, William James, Bobbie Johnson, Hunter LeCates, Carly Lucas, Amanda Malone, Stephen McGoogan, Courtney Melvin, Lisa Melvin, James Morris, Bethany Parsons, Erica Pugh, Jonathan Rantz, Megan Russo, Sierra Schultheis, Erin Sensenig, Cody Shupe, Ariel Somers, Brooke Spicer, Natasha Suarez, Tessa Terlson, Allyson

Thompson, De’Vonna Towns, Jenna Watts, Joshua Wood

Grade 7 Merit Honor Roll: Danielle Bradley, Chad Dempsey, Amanda Elliott, Lauren Frey, Jessica Gerstle, Logan Hollers, Kara Hughes, Tessa Jarvis, Robert Jennette, Jacob Johnson, Jaleasa Johnson, Samantha Layfield, Dylan Lister, Ariana Lucas, Savannah Neubert, Benjamin Noonan, Kajol Patel, Elijah Rodriquez, Zoe Sonnier, Tressie Windsor

Grade 7 Honor Roll: Zanjibeal Albarr, Daniel Asare, Alyssa Atkins, Gregory Baker, William Bounds, Melissa Bradford, Robert Budd, Sha’Kyra Butler, Colby Cambron, Daniel Cropper, Emily Davis, Evan Davis, Kelci Dykes, Sara Ellis, Autumn Ford, Larry Gilmore III, Shelton Gray, Brittany Harris, Justin Hernan, Jeremy Joyner, Brandon Kershaw, Mackenzie Kowalski, Priscilla Magner, Sara Martens, Stephen Michaels,

Elizabeth Mills, Samantha Mitchell, Robert Moore III, Tionna Morris, Danielle Napier, Dhvani Patel, Shivang Patel, Holly Records, Nathaniel Schilling, Amber Smith, Taylor Smith, Shaina Thompson, Skye Truitt, Khang Truong, Jessica Whaley, Chad Wien, Clarisse Young, Hannah Young Grade 6 Merit Honor Roll: Kayla Adkins, Cristina Arce, Anna Baum, Dylan Brumbley, Madeleine Carroll, Henry Cheng, Brianna Czwalina, Zachary Egolf, Jessica Elliott, Dillon Fletcher, Sierra Grachik, Shania Hanley, Alexis Holland, Renee Jennette, Joshua Lord, Tiffany Meadows, Benjamin Mitchell, Hannah Mudge, Katelyn Muir, Devin Palmer, Travis Quillin, Kylie Reinhardt Grade 6 Honor Roll: Karlie Arter, Jacelyn Baker, Austin Bergeron, Bethany Bolen, Julie

Brennick, Sebastiano Cammarata, Hope Campbell, Nina Chen, Zachary Coco, Kristy Davis, Tasjah Davis, Tyler Disharoon, Ta’Kyrah Gibson, Ronnie Hastings, Kenneth Holler, Kameron Husdon, Callie Humphrey, Zackary Isenhour, Rebecca Johnson, Joshua Jones, Isaiah Joyner, Alisha Justice, Trevor Karpavage, Joseph Langless, Cierra Langville, Krista Lepter, Zane Luffman, Cameron Malone, Mackayla Malone, Magdalena Matinez, Helen Matthew, Victoria McDonough, Christopher McGuire, Jeffrey Melvin, Timothy Moore, Julianna Neil, Kristina Owens, Richard Pastula, Sierra Pastula, Christiana Schilling, Demyra Selby, Jessica Shockley, Savanna Shores, Shelby Shores, Nathaniel Smith, Lauren Spicer, Zachery Teter, Clyde Towns, Cody Vojtko, Ethan Walker, Brandon Walton, Kyra Webb

Envision: x a nurturing learning community that respects each child x a challenging curriculum that engages middle schoolers with opportunities to make meaningful decisions x a classroom environment that produces curious and confident learners ready to meet the challenges of secondary education and beyond

So then, is middle school serving the needs of YOUR child? Learn more at a workshop led by experienced middle school educators called “Searching for Middle School Happiness: Ways to Build a Confident Adolescent Learner.”

6 p.m. April 23 at The Jefferson School

Broaden your perspective on middle school education. Join the discussion about what’s best for your child. Childcare and light refreshments available. 302-856-3300 22051 Wilson Road, Georgetown www.JeffersonSchool.com

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DCHS fares well at the Olympiad

Team members, (front) Mallary Gum, Mason Small, Kolby Dukes, John Hale and Luke Mathews; (back) Maegan Bourne, Josh Carter, Kory Joseph, Rebecca Bryan, Advisor Kim Henry, Lauren Henry, Emily Pentoney, Philip Gordon and Peter Gorgui.

Delmarva Christian High School Science Olympiad team members grabbed no less than 25 medals recently at the statewide competition. The 13-person group emerged as the highest scoring team in Sussex County and placed seventh in the state at the Delaware Science Olympiad. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Our students prepare all year to build their knowledge and put it to use in the real world. They know what theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re doing and weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re proud of them,â&#x20AC;? said Kim Henry, DCHS science teacher and Olympiad Team coach. Science Olympiad, a nationwide competition, pits middle school and high school teams against each other in a series of timed events that highlight the depth of their knowledge in biology, earth science, chemistry, physics, engineering, problem solving and technology. Some 59 teams competed in the statewide high school competition held March

7 at Delaware State University in Dover. Medals are awarded for top 10 places in each of the 24 events. The following is a list of how pairs placed within various events: 2nd place, Experimental Design: Mallary Gum, Maegan Bourne, Kolby Dukes; 3rd place, Technical Problem Solving: Lauren Henry, Kolby Dukes; 3rd place, Elevated Bridge: Kolby Dukes, Luke Matthews; 3rd place, Chemistry Lab: Lauren Henry, Phillip Gordon; 5th place, Picture This: Peter Gorgui, John Hale, Phillip Gordon; 6th place, Forensics: Lauren Henry, John Hale; 7th place, Physics Lab: Peter Gorgui, John Hale; 7th place, Protein Modeling: Kolby Dukes, Luke Matthews; 7th place, Health Science: Lauren Henry, Mason Small; 8th place, Herpetology: Peter Gorgui, John Hale; 8th place, Environmental Chemistry: Emily Petoney, Rebecca Bryan; and 8th place, Electric Vehicle: Kolby Dukes, Mason Small.

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SCA STUDENTS WIN AWARDS - Seaford Christian Academy students received several awards in the ACSI Science Fair sponsored by the Mid-Atlantic Region on March 27 in Salisbury, Md. Seaford Christian Academy students competed with more than 50 participants from seven regional schools. Students were encouraged to apply creativity, skill and logical thinking to science, engineering and mathematical problems. The following students received awards: Matthew Allen (7th grade) - 1st place in Physical Science, Superior; Adam Sallade (8th grade) - 1st place in Engineering, Superior; Brandi Coppage (9th grade) - 1st place in Physical Science, Superior; Zachery Bryant (10th grade) - 2nd place in Earth Science, Excellent; and Kelly Sweeney (11th grade) - 3rd place in Life Science, Good. Pictured from left in the back row, Kelly Sweeney, Adam Sallade, Brandi Coppage; front row, Matthew Allen and Zachery Bryant.

Sussex Tech Adult awards

The Sussex Tech Adult Division in Georgetown will hold its annual Apprenticeship Training Awards Ceremony on Thursday, April 30 at 7 p.m. in the gymnasium of Sussex Technical High School. Two hundred and thirty-one (231) students will be honored for advancing in their chosen career training programs. These adult students will be recognized for completing their first through fifth year(s) of related instructional training at Sussex Tech, as well as their on-the-job training (OJT) with their sponsoring employers. In addition, 24 Delaware and six Maryland state-registered apprentices will be recognized by the Delaware and Maryland Departments of Labor and will advance to â&#x20AC;&#x153;journeypersonâ&#x20AC;? status. A journeyperson is recognized countrywide as having both the hands-on and classroom training of a true craftsperson. Family and friends of students are invited to the awards ceremony. For more infor-

mation about the Apprenticeship Training Program, contact Bill Feher at 302-8569035.

April Adult Plus+ activities

Learn the basics of watercolor or discuss surprises in the Old Testament at Delaware Technical & Community College, Owens Campus. In â&#x20AC;&#x153;Water Media,â&#x20AC;? beginners and experienced artists can learn the basics of watercolor, including tone and wash. This six-session course begins Thursday, April 16 and costs $59. Students who are not able to take the entire course are welcome to attend classes on Thursdays from 9:30 a.m. to noon for $15 per session. In â&#x20AC;&#x153;Surprises in the Old Testamentâ&#x20AC;? participants will discuss topics such as the accuracy of translations in modern bibles and the importance of the Dead Sea Scrolls. This six-session course begins Tuesday, April 21 and costs $39. For more information or to register, contact Delaware Techâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Adult Plus+ program at 302-856-5618.

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Seaford High baseball blanks Woodbridge, 5-0, in home contest By Lynn Schofer

The Seaford baseball team (2-2, 3-2) defeated Woodbridge, 5-0, last Tuesday in Seaford as the Blue Jays’ Zach Reynolds struck out nine and allowed just two hits. Reynolds also went 2-3 with a double, a run and two RBIs at the plate. His RBI double put the first runs on the board for the Blue Jays. Jordan Vazquez collected a base hit in the top of the second inning for the Raiders’ first hit. Woodbridge’s Matt Rosado put the bat on the ball but a layout defensive play by

Jared Banning ended the inning and threat by the Raiders. Seaford added runs in the third and sixth innings. For Seaford, Reynolds, Spencer Coulbourn, Scott Donovan, and Banning all hit doubles. The Blue Jays scored five runs on two hits and Vazquez had both of Woodbridge’s hits. Donovan went 2-3 with a run; C.J. Martinez, Banning, Ryan Shockley, and Coulbourn each had a hit and a run; Aaron Robinson collected a hit and an RBI; and Jordan Stanley added a hit for the Jays against Woodbridge pitcher Eric Willey.

Woodbridge’s Kelly Warner kicks the ball away from the Polytech offense during last Tuesday’s girls’ soccer game. Photo by Mike McClure

Woodbridge girls’ soccer team ties Polytech, 2-2, in home contest By Mike McClure

The Woodbridge varsity soccer team continued to improve with last Tuesday’s 2-2 tie against Polytech. The Raiders took the wind in the first half and netted a pair of goals as Samantha Richey scored at 24:00 and Kelsey Johnson netted a goal off a corner at 37:09. Crystal Ruiz and Leslie DeRoche picked up assists for the Raiders, who

took a 2-0 lead into half-time. Polytech scored a goal early in the first half and added the tying goal with 3:14 left in regulation. The two teams played a pair of 10 minute overtime periods, but the score remained 2-2. Woodbridge moved to 0-5-1 on the year despite a narrow 2-1 loss to Sussex Tech. Both Sussex Tech and Cape Henlopen scored early goals before the RaidContinued on page 47

RETURN HIT- Seaford’s Spencer Noel looks to make a return during his second singles match last Tuesday in Seaford. See story on page 45. Photo by Mike McClure

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Seaford second doubles players Jennifer Scudder, left, and Jackie Torkelson go for the ball during their team’s home match last Wednesday. Photo by Mike McClure

Seaford girls’ tennis team falls in non-conference match

The Seaford varsity girls’ tennis team (4-0, 4-1) fell to St. Thomas More, 3-2, in a home match last Wednesday. Second singles player Whitley Maddox won her match, 7-5, 6-2 and the first doubles team of Emily Nielson and Emily Hubbard picked 6-3, 6-3 wins for the Blue Jays.

Thursday, April 16- baseball- Seaford at Lake Forest, 11 a.m., Greenwood Mennonite at Salisbury Christian, 4 p.m.; boys’ lacrosse- Sussex Tech home vs. Newark, 11 a.m. Friday, April 17- softball- Delmarva Christian at Woodbridge, 11 a.m.; baseballDelmarva Christian at Woodbridge, 11 a.m., Sussex Tech home vs. St. Thomas More, 11 a.m.; boys’ lacrosse- Delmar at Delmarva Christian, 4 p.m. Saturday, April 18- baseball- Woodbridge home vs. Nandua, 11 a.m., Seaford at Middletown, noon, Sussex Tech and Kent Island, 11 a.m.; softball- Woodbridge home vs. Nandua, 11 a.m., Seaford at Middletown, noon, Sussex Tech at Caravel, 11 a.m., Sussex Tech at St. Dominic, 1 p.m.; track and field- Glasgow Invitational Monday, April 20- golf- Woodbridge and Caravel at Campus Community, 3:30 p.m.; boys’ tennis- Seaford at Cape Henlopen, 4 p.m.; girls’ tennis- Seaford home vs. Cape Henlopen, 4 p.m.; boys’ lacrosse- Delmarva Christian at Sussex Tech, 6 p.m.; girls’ lacrosse- Sussex Tech home vs. Mount Pleasant, 4 p.m. Tuesday, April 21- baseball- Woodbridge home vs. Polytech, 4:15, Seaford at Cape Henlopen, 4:15 p.m., Sussex Tech home vs. Dover, 4:15, Greenwood Mennonite at Seaford Christian, 3:30 p.m.; softball- Woodbridge home vs. Polytech, 4:15, Seaford at Cape Henlopen, 4:15 p.m., Sussex Tech home vs. Dover, 4:15 p.m., Greenwood Mennonite at Seaford Christian, 3:30 p.m.; soccer- Woodbridge home vs. Sussex Central, 4 p.m., Seaford home vs. Smyrna, 5:30 p.m., Sussex Tech at Delmar, 5:30 p.m.; track and field- Laurel and Lake Forest at Woodbridge, 3:30 p.m., Seaford and Polytech at Cape Henlopen, 3:30 p.m., Sussex Tech and Sussex Central at Dover, 3:30 p.m.; golfWoodbridge home vs. Sussex Central, 3:30 p.m., Sussex Tech at Smyrna, 3:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 22- boys’ tennis- Seaford home vs. Smyrna, 4 p.m.; girls’ tennis- Seaford at Smyrna, 4 p.m.; boys’ lacrosse- Sussex Tech at Milford, 6 p.m.

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Sussex Tech track and field teams host Woodbridge, Smyrna

The following are the Sussex Tech and Woodbridge results from last Tuesday’s track and field meet at Sussex Tech: Girls- Sussex Tech 100, Woodbridge 33; Sussex Tech 85, Smyrna 49; Smyrna 102, Woodbridge 31- 4X800 relay- 1. Sussex Tech (Dee Carillo, Emily Ritter, Monica Patel, Daisey Wharton), 11:48.4; 100 hurdles1. Tiarrah Hinton, Woodbridge, 18.1; 100- 1. Taija Maddox, Woodbridge, 13.2; 4X200 relay- 1. Sussex Tech (Whitney Handy, Crystal Wilson, Shanay Snead, Cassie Galon), 1:56.1; 1,600- 1. Wharton, Sussex Tech, 2:39.4; 4X100 relay- 1. Sussex Tech (Paige Morris, Snead, Wilson, Galon), 53.2; 400- 1. Shani Wells, Sussex Tech, 109.4; 800- 1. Wharton, Sussex Tech, 2:39.4; 200- 1. Maddox, 27.9; 4X400 relay- 1. Sussex Tech (Wharton, Ritter, Galon, Snead), 4:55.4; shot put- 1. Morris, Sussex Tech, 33’ 10”; discus- Morris, Whitney Handy Sussex Tech, 102’; long jump- Morris, Sussex Tech, 16’ 3”; triple jump- 1. Ritter, Sussex Tech, 31’ 11”; high jump- 1. Wells, Sussex Tech, 5’ Boys- Sussex Tech 121, Woodbridge 26; Smyrna 128.5, Woodbridge 13.5; Sussex Tech 74, Smyrna 72- 4X800 relay- 1. Sussex Tech (Andrew Townsend, Betts, Jamie Price, and Wyatt Spellman), 9:16.6; 1,600- 1. Price, 4:57.8; 4X100 relay- 1. Sussex Tech (Emir Laroya, Darian Dennis, Wendell Cannon, Desmond Sivels), 47.0; 800- 1. Townsend, 2:08.9; 3,200- 1. Price, 11:09.0; shot put- 1. Earl Batten, Sussex Tech, 44’ 4”; discus- 1. Batten, Jamie Price Sussex Tech, 107’ 1”; long jump- 1. Laroya, Sussex Tech, 20’ 10”; triple jump- 1. Laroya, Sussex Tech, 42’ 2”; high jump- 1. Josh Strand, Sussex Tech, 5’ 6”; pole vault- 1. Spellman, Sussex Tech, 9’ 0”

Ruark becomes winningest pitcher at Delaware State

Delmar graduate Brittney Ruark of Seaford became the Delaware State University softball team’s winningest pitcher in school history with a pair of wins last Friday. Ruark struck out nine in sevens innings to pick up the win in game one of a doubleheader against Coppin State. Ruark went three innings in the second game and earned her 36th career win.

MAKING THE PASS- Woodbridge’s Ivana Hall looks to move the ball upfield during her team’s home contest against Polytech last Tuesday. The game ended in a 2-2 tie. Photo by Mike McClure

Lewis Jones takes double points win Sunday at U.S. 13 Dragway By Charlie Brown

Easter Sunday was a big day for all the winners at the U.S. 13 Dragway as it was “Double Points” in the Summit E.T. Point Series. Lewis Jones of Newark, Md., piloted his nine second ’64 Ford Fairlane to the win in Super Pro. In Pro it was Vincent Wade of Eden, Md., driving a ’71 Mustang taking the final round and in Pro Bike, Jay Windsor of Felton made it two in a row on his ’07 Koenig. Other winners on the day included: defending champion Crystal Hudson of Millsboro in Street; Fuzzy Isdel of Belle Haven, Va., in Import, Rob Webber of Salisbury in Bike Trophy, Taylor Cox of Mardela Springs in Jr. Dragster 1 and Shelby Bireley of Salisbury in Jr. Dragster 2. Jones faced David Lowe of Salisbury in the all door slammer Super Pro final. Jones hit a .003 reaction light and was dead-on his dial with a 9.460/136.21 on a 9.46 dial for a near perfect run and the win. Lowe raced hard and broke out with a 9.052/147.83 on a 9.06 dial. Semi-finalist was Jerry Russell of Dover who lost to Lowe. Charles DeHaven of Salisbury has made it to every final round in Pro this season but Sunday he met his match in Wade. DeHaven had the better reaction but broke out with a 12.040/105.36 on a 12.07 dial. Wade was on his number taking the win with a 9.567/139.70 on a 9.56 dial. Semi-finalist was Buddy Layfield of Snow Hill who lost to DeHaven. For the second week in a row, Wind-

sor rode into the Pro Bike final and for the second week in a row he walked away with the win. This week he faced Ron Fensick II of Bridgeville. Fensick had a red light foul and Windsor ran a blistering 8.246/159.97 for the win. Semi-finalists were Doug Thomas of Ellendale who lost to Windsor and D.J. Lockwood of Berlin, who lost to Fensick. It only took three weeks for Hudson to get back into winning form. Hudson defeated Billy McLamb of Pittsville to win in Street with a run of 12.312/101.71 on a 12.26 dial. McLamb broke out with a 16.545 on a 16.55 dial. In Import Isdell caught McKenzy Krout sleeping at the start to win in Import. Isdell ran a 15.049/89.30 on a 14.82 while Krout broke out with a 15.118 on a 15.20 dial. The Bike Trophy final matched Webber against Jack Moore. Both racers were even at the start and both were off the dial-ins with Webber taking the victory. Webber ran an 11.077/116.76 on a 10.81 dial while Moore had a 10.822/129.66 on a 10.10 dial. Cox was paired against Paul Riddle, Jr. of Millsboro in the Jr. Dragster 1 final. Cox notched the win with an 8.885/72.47 on an 8.90 dial as Riddle fouled at the start. In Jr. Dragster 2 it was sister against sister as Shelby Bireley faced Beckie Bireley. Shelby had the better reaction which made all the difference as she won with a 7.929/81.70 on a 7.91 dial. Beckie was slow off the start and lost with a dead-on 7.970/78.08 on a 7.97 dial.

Delmarva Christian baseball team falls to Red Lion The Delmarva Christian baseball team lost to Red Lion Christian, 10-1, last Wednesday. Tyler Troyer and Casey Zitvogel had one hit and one steal each. Mike LaPointe took the loss while Zitvogel allowed two hits and struck out four in two and two thirds innings and Kyle Kokjohn struck out one and allowed no hits one and a third innings in relief.

Delmarva Christian girls’ lacrosse loses to Red Lion Christian The Delmarva Christian girls’ lacrosse team fell to Red Lion Christian, 19-12, last Wednesday despite five goals by the Royals’ Sarah Betts. Jessica Stratton added four goals, Meghan Whittington added two goals, and Loriana Johnson had one. Delmarva Christian goalie Sarah Bryan also recorded 16 saves.

Delmarva Christian boys’ lacrosse defeats Red Lion, 16-12

The Delmarva Christian boys’ lacrosse team picked up a 16-12 win over Red Lion Christian last Wednesday. Tom Catalfamo led the way with seven goals, Mark Engle had five goals, and Jeff Mohr added four goals. James Mohr also recorded 15 saves for the Royals, who held a 33-27 edge in shots.

Delmarva Christian softball earns 10-3 win over St. Georges The Delmarva Christian softball team collected 16 hits in a 10-3 win over St. Georges last Thursday. Lyndsey Lofland allowed three runs on seven hits in seven innings for the win. Emily Pentoney homered, Sierra Parsons doubled, and Chloe Johnson tripled for the Royals.

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Female Co-Athlete of the WeekFemale Co-Athlete of the Week- Brooke Tull- Sussex Tech High Whitley Maddox- Seaford High Sussex Tech’s Brooke Tull came back

Male Co-Athlete of the WeekZach Reynolds- Seaford High Seaford’s Zach Reynolds allowed two hits and struck out nine in a shutout win over Woodbridge last Tuesday. Reynolds also helped his own cause with two hits, a run, and two RBIs.

Male Co-Athlete of the WeekTim Halter- Seaford High

Seaford’s Tim Halter moved to 5-0 in first singles play with a pair of wins last week. Halter won, 6-3 and 6-2, on Tuesday and helped the Blue Jays move to 4-1 with 6-2, 6-2 wins against St. Thomas More on Wednesday.

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The Blue Jays’ Whitley Maddox strong from an injury last week as she improved to 5-0 in second singles play helped the Ravens to a pair of wins. Tull with wins against Dover and St. Thomas slugged two home runs, drove in six, and More last week. Maddox won, 7-6, 6-4 allowed two runs in Tuesday’s win over to help her team to a 3-2 win over Dover Indian River. She also hit a game-winning on Tuesday and picked up 7-5, 6-2 wins home run and earned the win on the against St. Thomas More on Wednesday. mound last Wednesday against Smyrna. Honorable mention- Emily Nielson- Seaford; Emily Hubbard- Seaford; Samantha Richey- Woodbridge; Kelsey Johnson- Woodbridge; Megan Sirkis- Woodbridge; Haley Quillen- Seaford; Tiarrah Hinton- Woodbridge; Taija Maddox- Woodbridge; Jessica Stratton- Delmarva Christian; Lauren Burkholder- Sussex Tech; Emily Pentoney- Delmarva Christian; Daisey Wharton- Sussex Tech; Shani Wells- Sussex Tech; Paige Morris- Sussex Tech; Ethan Lee- Seaford; Scott Donovan- Seaford; Joe Mitchell- Seaford; Jordan Vazquez- Woodbridge; Trevor Wescott- Woodbridge; C.J. Pleasants- Woodbridge; Matt Lank- Seaford; Ronnie Wisseman- GMS; Anthony Gehman- GMS; Stephen Landis- GMS; Colby Christopher- Woodbridge; Ben BatemanSussex Tech; Mark Engle- Delmarva Christian; Jeff Mohr- Delmarva Christian; James Smith- Sussex Tech; Clayton Bunting- Sussex Tech; Dustin Miller- Sussex Tech; Jamie Price- Sussex Tech; Earl Batten- Sussex Tech; Emir Laroya- Sussex Tech; Tyler Troyer- Delmarva Christian; Casey Zitvogel- Delmarva Christian

The Seaford first doubles team of Philip DeMott, left, and Arlie Wooters prepare to make a play during last Tuesday’s home match against Dover. Photo by Mike McClure

Seaford boys’ tennis team nets fourth win of season

The Seaford varsity boys’ tennis team moved to 4-1 on the season with a 5-0 nonconference win over St. Thomas More last Wednesday. The Blue Jays lost to Dover, 3-2, on Tuesday for their first loss of the season. On Wednesday, Tim Halter (first singles) won, 6-2, 6-2; Spencer Noel (second singles) took his match, 7-5, 4-6, 10-8; Ethan Lee (third singles) earned 6-4, 6-3 wins; Philip DeMott and Arlie Wooters (first doubles) won, 6-0, 6-0; and Daniel DeMott and Steve Neithardt won their match, 6-4, 6-2. Halter (6-3, 6-2) and Lee (6-4, 6-3) added wins in Tuesday’s match. Seaford is 3-1 in the Henlopen Conference and 4-1 overall.

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The Blue Jays’ Emily Hubbard looks to make a return during the first doubles match last Wednesday. Hubbard and teammate Emily Nielson won their match, 6-3, 6-3. Photo by Mike McClure

Woodbridge boys’, girls’ track and field teams host Milford The Woodbridge boys’ and girls track and field teams lost to Milford in a home meet last Thursday. The Lady Raiders lost to the Bucs, 89-46, despite first place finishes by Taija Maddox, Tiarrah Hinton, and Amber DeCarlo. The boys’ team lost to Milford, 136-10. Hinton placed first in the 100 meter hurdles (18.4); Maddox was first in the 100 meter run (12.6) and the 200 meter run (27.0); and DeCarlo finished first in the 400 meter run (1:10.6). The Raiders also placed first in the 4X200 meter relay (1:57.9) and the 4X400 meter relay (4:52.9).

Greenwood Mennonite baseball team defeats Faith Baptist The Greenwood Mennonite baseball team topped Faith Baptist, 13-3, in five innings last Thursday. Ronnie Wisseman earned the win on the mound (2-0) and was 3-3 for the Flames. Anthony Gehman went 4-4 with three RBIs and catcher Stephen Landis drove in four runs.

Western Sussex graduates compete in college sports this spring The following Western Sussex high school graduates are currently playing spring sports in college: Baseball- Richard Idler, Woodbridge, Concordia University, 17G, 2 GS, 2-10, one double, one run; Korey Hearn, Seaford, Delaware Tech-Owens- 1-0, 5.53, six games, 13 innings, 28 K’s Softball- Brittney Ruark, Delmar, Delaware State- 18 G, 17 GS, 10-6, 2.09, 93.2 IP, 77 K; Brittany Joseph, Sussex Tech, Florida State- 43 G, 38 GS, 17-85, .200, two doubles, 14 runs, eight RBIs, nine walks, three steals; Hope Cornell, Sussex Tech, Shippensburg University, 34 GS, 37-108, .343, 23 R, seven doubles, seven home runs, 22 RBIs; Kim Owens, Sussex Tech, Delaware Tech-Owens- 19G, 3-0, 2.65, 29 innings, 37 strikeouts and 19-55, .345, eight doubles, 15 RBIs, 18 runs; Leah Bowman, Woodbridge, Goldey Beacom- 28 G, 27 GS, 27-80, .338, 15 runs, eight doubles, six RBIs; Sadie Jones, Sussex Tech, Goldey Beacom- 15 G, 12 GS, 5-7, 4.45, 83.1 IP, 44 K; Heather Draper, Seaford, Goldey Beacom- 12 G, 11 GS, 6-5, 2.71, 64.2 IP, 63 K; Jenna Adkins, Seaford, Delaware Tech-Owens- 14 G, 11-26, .423, one triple, 11 RBIs, four runs; Kassie Attix, Greenwood Mennonite, Delaware Tech-Owens- 6 G, 2-6, one double, one RBI; Kari Bergh, Seaford, Delaware Tech-Owens- 8 G, 3-12, two doubles, two RBIs; Megan Street, Epworth Christian, Wesley College- 21 G, 19 GS, 20-55, .364, six runs, six doubles, two home runs, 16 RBIs; Lyndsey Ellsworth, Sussex Tech, Wesley College- 21 GS, 18-62, .290, three doubles, one triple, one home run, 18 runs, 13 RBIs; Kelsey Gallo, Greenwood, Delaware Tech-Owens- 10 G, 7-18, .389, one double, five runs, five RBIs; Ashley Ivory, Greenwood Mennonite, Delaware TechOwens- nine games, 6-21, .286, four doubles, six runs, two RBIs; Kelsey Riggleman, Seaford, Delaware Tech-Owens- 19 G, 29-68, .426, five doubles, 15 RBIs, 21 runs; Amanda Swift, Seaford, Delaware Tech-Owens- 8 G, 4-19, two doubles, four runs, one RBI Track and field- Rebekah Ricksecker, Sussex Tech, Liberty University- NA; David Ricksecker, Sussex Tech, Biola University- NA; Darius Sivels, Sussex Tech, Delaware State University- Hornet Inv. (3/28)- seventh 100 meter dash, first 4X100 relay, sixth 4X400 relay, sixth long jump Contact sports editor Mike McClure at sports@mspublications.com with any additions to this list.

Seaford’s Ryan Shockley (18) delivered a game-winning double in his team’s 5-4 home win over rival Laurel earlier this season. Shockley, who doubled in the winning run in the bottom of the seventh, had two RBIs in the game. Photo by Lynn Schofer

Woodbridge’s Eric Willey delivers a pitch during his team’s road contest in Seaford last week. Willey and the Raiders topped Wilmington Christian, 3-1, last Thursday. Photo by Mike McClure

Raiders fall to Dover, defeat Wilmington Christian The Woodbridge varsity baseball team lost to Dover, 10-4, last Wednesday. C.J. Pleasants doubled for the Raiders in the loss. The Raiders rebounded with a 3-1 win over Wilmington Christian on Thursday. Trevor Wescott had three hits including a double, David Walls tripled in a run, and Pleasants allowed one run on four hits and struck out seven for the win. Woodbridge scored one in the first and two in the sixth in the non-conference win.

Seaford baseball team unable to rally in 3-2 loss to IR

The Seaford varsity baseball team rallied from a 2-0 deficit to knot the score before Indian River added a run in the fifth inning for a 3-2 win last Wednesday in Seaford. The Blue Jays scored a pair in the bottom of the third when Jared Banning singled, Zach Reynolds walked, Jordan Stanley walked and Joe Mitchell singled in a pair. Mitchell fell to 2-1 despite striking out 10 in seven innings and allowing three runs (two earned) on five hits while walking one. Mitchell went 2-3 with two RBIs, Banning had a hit and a run, Scott Donovan and Stanley each collected hits, and Reynolds score a run for the Blue Jays. Luis Barientos picked up the win for the Indians, allowing two runs on five hits and striking out eight. Barrientos also doubled in a run for IR. Correction- Seaford’s Ryan Shockley had the game-winning hit in his team’s win over Laurel. The wrong first name was printed in the March 26 edition of the Star. The Star apologizes for this mistake.

Woodbridge golf team falls to Smyrna in home match The Woodbridge varsity golf team fell to Smyrna, 163-261, and St. Thomas More, 202-261, in a home match last Wednesday. Colby Christopher paced the Raiders with a 53.

ROUNDING THIRD- Seaford softball coach Richard Dixon points home as Hailey Quillen rounds third base on Courtney Rementer’s RBI single in the third inning of Tuesday’s softball game against Woodbridge. Photo by Lynn Schofer

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Seaford softball tops Woodbridge, 6-5, in a wild one in Seaford By Lynn Schofer

The Raiders’ Kelsey Johnson, right, battles with a Polytech player for the ball during last week’s game, which ended in a 2-2 tie. Johnson had one of her team’s two goals. Photo by Mike McClure

Woodbridge soccer continued Raiders’ defense shut them down. “When you start eight sophomores and freshmen inexperience is going to come back and get you,” said Woodbridge head coach Scott Bleile. Megan Sirkis recorded 14 saves in goal for the Raiders during Tuesday’s game. The sophomore, who is new to the position, was fooled by the wind on the Panthers’ second goal, which sailed over her head.

“She’s made huge strides, she’s still learning,” Bleile said. “Overall we’re doing OK. They’re learning. Aggressiveness is the key. It’s a matter of learning now. They’ve got to learn how to win.” The Raiders have just one senior and two juniors on the team. With some of the tougher games (against Henlopen North teams) out of the way, Bliele is looking forward to the rest of the season. “If we play like we did today we’ll be in every game,” said Bleile.

Wesley’s Street named CAC Player of the Week Wesley College’s Megan Street of Bridgeville was named the Capital Athletic Conference Player of the Week after her performance in six games for the Wolverines last week. During the week, Street hit .444, hurling a pair of critical victories as the Wolverines won their way into the 2009 CAC playoffs. She tossed her second shutout of the season in a win against Stevenson and added a pitching win Friday at Gallaudet that helped clinch a postseason nod. Offensively, Street’s biggest performance was against Widener, where she doubled and homered. Wesley College’s Megan Street Megan graduated from Epworth Christian High delivers a pitch during a recent School. game.

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The wind and temperature didn’t stop the Woodbridge Raiders from coming to Seaford for the high school softball game last Tuesday. Seaford pulled ahead, 6-5, in the sixth inning and was able to hold on to the win. Seaford started freshman pitcher Kaitlyn Hitch who stood up to the challenge and struck out five Woodbridge batters. After the game the Seaford girls drenched coach Richard Dixon with the cooler of water. “I could not be prouder of these girls,” Dixon said. The teams battled throughout the game, keeping it close because of several well executed defensive plays. Woodbridge put the first two runs on the board and Seaford answered in the bottom of the second with Courtney Rementer’s RBI single. In the third, Woodbridge took a 3-1 lead on RBI single by VanVorst. In the bottom of the fifth inning Katie Katie Wesslehoff Wesslehoff scored on Megan Milligan’s RBI single. Woodbridge was hurt by a play at home plate when a throw by Wesslehoff

beat Woodbridge’s J. Polite for the second out of the inning. The Raiders did not give up and fought back by scoring two more runs when Seaford made two throwing errors. Seaford’s Becky Skipper, Katie Kaitlyn Hitch Hickey and Shannon Wright reached base on singles. Wesslehoff drove both runs in on another single and Seaford took the lead 6-5. With two outs and Van Vorst on base Wroten smacked a double but over ran second base and was tagged out on the throw by Wright. Assistant Coach Maureen Keller said, “I am so proud of the team as a whole. They came together and got the win.” Coach Dixon added, “At the beginning of the season, we said if we believe it, we can do it…and we did it.” Seaford softball team loses to Indian River, 10-0- Seaford’s Haley Quillen tripled for one of her team’s five hits in last Wednesday’s loss to Indian River. Sports editor’s note- The Woodbridge coach could not be reached to get the first names of the Raiders’ players. The Star also did not receive pre-season information from this team.

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Raven Roundup- Tech baseball, softball teams top Eagles By Mike McClure

AWARD WINNERS- The Sussex Tech varsity wrestlers received several awards at the recent All-State Wrestling Banquet. They are shown (l to r): seated- Shane Marvel of Seaford and Joe Casullo also of Seaford each earned their first Academic All-State honor; manager Ashley Adams of Seaford received her third First Team Academic All-State distinction; and manager Logan Pavlik of Lewes received her second First Team Academic All-State honor; standing Assistant Coach Kurt Schneck of Milford was presented the Division 1 State Assistant Coach of the Year award; Wendell Cannon of Seaford and Alex Thomas of Seaford each received their State Champion statues, and Alex took home a $10,000 Zane Robinson Memorial Award scholarship; and Coach Scott Layfield was named Delaware State Wrestling Coach of the Year.

Sussex Tech golf moves to 6-0 with win over Seaford The Sussex Tech varsity golf team advanced to 6-0 with a 162-186 win over Seaford last Thursday in Seaford. The Ravens’ Dustin Miller was the medalist with a 38, Clayton Bunting had a 39, and Richard Atkins added a 42. Matt Lank led Seaford with a 42 and Greg Brooke chipped in with a 47.

Delaware Tech-Owens baseball team sweeps doubleheader

The Delaware Technical and Community College, Owens campus, baseball team won a pair last Friday in a home doubleheader against Lackawanna College. The Roadrunners won the first game, 5-1, thanks to a five run sixth inning. Gino Wise went 3-3 with a home run, Tyler Kline was 1-3 with a home run, and Josh Cesario allowed one run on five hits and struck out seven for the win. J.R. Reeser tossed a two hit shutout, striking out six in Del Tech’s 5-0 win in game two. John Rasberry went 2-3 with a home run and Wise batted 1-2 with a double.

RAVENS AND WILDCATS- Delmar’s Tyler Cornish, left, and Dante Tingle collide with Sussex Tech’s John Powell, center, last Wednesday in Delmar. Sussex Tech won the game, 19-6. Photo by Mike McClure

The Sussex Tech varsity baseball and softball teams went into spring break with wins following last Wednesday’s victories over Smyrna. The baseball team blanked the Eagles, 13-0, as Zach Adkins allowed no hits and struck out nine in four innings of work. James Smith collected three hits including a double and a home run, drove in six runs, and scored three times and Seth Hastings doubled to lead the Ravens. The Lady Ravens won on a two-run home run by Brooke Tull in the bottom of the eighth inning of Wednesday’s game. Sussex Tech scored one in the sixth, two in the seventh, and two in the eighth to pick up the victory. Tull moved to 2-0 on the mound with the win. Jenna Allen and Logan Pavlik each added doubles for Sussex Tech. Boys’ lacrosse falls to CR- The Sussex Tech varsity boys’ lacrosse team lost to Caesar Rodney, 14-4, last Wednesday despite two goals by David Fluharty and two goals and an assist from Ben Bateman. Quinn Stewart and Drew Stewart each dished out an assist and Aaron Hitchens made 16 saves in the loss. Ravens fall to Indians- Sussex Tech’s Abby Atkins scored on a feed from Leeanne Rowe in last Thursday’s 7-1 loss to Indian River. Coach Thomson steps down- Sussex Tech varsity boys’ basketball coach and athletic director Joe Thomson announced his resignation as the Ravens’ basketball coach last week. Thomson, who plans to concentrate on his duties as athletic director and transportation director, went 52-40 in four years as head coach after serving as an assistant coach for Jerry Kobasa for three years. “Over the past three years we have added three new sports as we expand our current offerings and programs and this takes additional time to manage,” Thomson said in a press release. “We also are currently involved in a five year plan to upgrade our facilities. This will involve more allocation of time as I spearhead the fundraising efforts in this area as well.” The Ravens went 15-8 and made the state tournament in Thomson’s first year (200506) and improved to 16-7 the following year, also making the state tourney. Thomson and the Ravens posted an 18-6 mark in 2007-08 and advanced to the Elite 8 at the University of Delaware. Last season Sussex Tech underwent a rebuilding year with no seniors and mostly freshmen and sophomores seeing time. The team finished with a 3-19 record. Thomson said he expects big things from the program in the future, but is looking forward to working with all of the school’s athletes as athletic director. He also plans to be involved with the Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) and coaches ministry programs.

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MORNING STAR • APRIL 16 - 22, 2009

Star sports calendar Senior softall league- The Senior Women’s Softball League will have its first practice at 6 p.m. on Monday, April 20, at Sports At The Beach in Georgetown. Three teams returning to the league are the Alley Cats 50’s, Delaware Diamonds 50’s and Delaware Diamonds 60’s. Games will be played on Monday nights. Teams will also compete in the Delaware Senior Olympics in September. If you are between 50 and 75 years old and would like to join one of these teams, or if you have a whole new team, please call coordinator Marion Lisehora at 934-9512. Parks and Recreation softball- The Seaford Recreation Department is getting ready for the softball season. Anyone interested in entering a team into the men’s slo-pitch, men’s modified, or co-ed Sunday leagues can call the office at 629-6809 for more details. There will be coach’s meetings scheduled at a later date. Entry fees will be determined depending on the number of teams in the league, so register your team now. Baseball tryouts- The Atlantic Coastal Drillers, a semi-pro team in the NABF Eastern Shore baseball league, will hold tryouts on Sunday, April 19 and Saturday, April 25 at 1 p.m. at Laurel Middle School. The Drillers play a 24 game regular season schedule from the last week in May to the first of August in Salisbury. There is a double elimination tournament at the end of the year. The winner of the regular season and the winner of the tournament get a chance to play in a regional tournament for a chance to play in the NABF World Series in Louisville, Kentucky in August. The age group is 18 and older (anyone under 18 needs a parent to sign a release form to try out). There are several spots available for the 2009 season. The cost to play in the league is $150 (if you make the team). Visit the team’s website at www.leaguelineup. com/marylandsemiprobaseball (go to the Eastern Shore League). Orioles-Yankees- The Seaford Recreation Department will take a trip to see the Baltimore Orioles host the New York Yankees on Friday, May 8. The cost is $55 which includes the game ticket and charter bus. The bus leaves from Seaford High School at 4 p.m. Call the office to reserve your seat early. There are only 46 tickets available. Baseball tournaments- The Sussex County Sports Foundation will be holding travel baseball tournaments in Laurel for ages 9U to 18U throughout the 2009 season. The organization’s tournaments will be held on the following dates: Backyard Brawl- May 2-3; Quest for the Best- May 30-31; SCSF June Baseball- June 6-7; Summer SizzlerJune 27-28; August Heat III- August 1-2

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High games and series George Bramble 282 Russ Leberknight 703 Shirley Bramble 246, 709

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High games and series Buddy Tharp 328 RA Jester 837

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High games and series Nick Wheatley 333, 843

High games and series Bob Rice 266, 724 Ann Brumbley 279 Carole Gadow 729

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High games and series Bill Wagner 301 Greg Reed 805 Carole Hubbard 253, 703

Senior Express

High games and series Ray Gattis 308, 820 Elizabeth Pinkett 299 Marcia Regan 817

Friday Trios

High games and series Johnny Johnson 266 Evelyn Maddox 239 Darlene Beuchamp 640

Delaware International Speedway season opener rained out

Rain throughout Delmarva canceled the 2009 season opener at the Delaware International Speedway on Saturday night. The speedway will once again try to get their year underway this Saturday night. On hand will be the NAPA Big Block Modifieds, Super Late Models, AC Delco Modifieds, Crate Models and Mod Lites plus the United Racing Company Sprint Cars. It will also be the season opener for the URC Sprints as their scheduled opener in New Jersey last weekend fell victim to the weather. Ocean View’s Curt Michael will be shooting for a URC record seventh point championship and his sixth consecutive championship this season.

Delaware Tech-Owens softball falls to Lackawanna in twin bill The Delaware Technical and Community College, Owens campus, softball team lost a pair to Lackawanna College last Friday in Georgetown. Kim Owens went 2-3 with a double in the Roadrunners’ 11-2 loss in game one. Del Tech’s Chloe Vescovi batted 3-3 in her team’s 4-1 loss in the second game.

Lady Roadrunners win a pair against Salem College

The Delaware Technical and Community College, Owens campus, softball team defeated Salem County College in a doubleheader on Monday. In game one, Chloe Vescovi took the win in the Roadrunners’ 14-6 win. Amanda Horsey homered, Kelsey Riggleman went 2-4 with a home run, Ashlyn Booth was 2-2 with a double, and Mindi Wheatley added a pair of hits including a home run. Delaware Tech’s Kim Owens allowed two runs on seven hits and struck out six in six innings for the win in game two. Horsey went 5-5 with to doubles, Owens had five hits including a double and two home runs, Booth batted 3-4 with a home run, and Jenna Adkins added two hits including a double.

Del Tech-Owens baseball edged by Chesapeake College The Delaware Technical and Community College, Owens campus, baseball team lost to Chesapeake College, 8-7, on Monday. John Rasbery doubled and Gino Wise went 4-6 with a double in the loss.

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Sussex Tech freshman Amber Callahan makes contact with a pitch during a recent home game. The Ravens fell to Hodgson, 4-2, on Monday despite a pair of doubles by Melissa Trout, a home run by Brooke Tull, a triple by Kelsey Doherty, and a double by Kim Smith. Photo by Mike McClure

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MORNING STAR • ApRIl 16 - 22, 2009

Inappropriate laughter brings a sharp response I have known since elementary school that one person shouldn’t ynn arks laugh at another’s misfortune. But last fall, when my brother, helping When I learned that us in our back porch renovation the thumb was broken, project, pounded his thumb with a hammer, I couldn’t help myself. I laughed again, the He was working on the roof, image of my brother’s driving nails into sheets of plywood determined hammering that were to serve as under-roofing. running through my One piece of plywood was espehead. cially resistant and the nails that my brother was trying to drive in kept popping up and out of his finpain drove him to seek professional help, gers and rolling down the steep roof to the the doctor told him that the bone in his ground. thumb was broken. Smashed, to be precise, Finally, he got sick of it. He was deterunderneath the nail exactly where the hammined that this nail would go in with the mer had hit it. first strike. He raised the hammer. He took The doctor drilled a tiny hole in the aim. And Bang! He brought the hammer thumbnail to relieve the pressure from acdown with tremendous force — right on cumulated blood. There was nothing to do his thumb. for the smashed bone but to wait for it to He yelped. My husband and brotherheal, he said. in-law, who were on the roof with him, When I learned that the thumb was winced as the newly-injured thumb immebroken, I laughed again, the image of my diately turned blue. And I laughed. brother’s determined hammering running That night, the throbbing of my broththrough my head. But now, nearly six er’s thumb kept him awake. And a few months later, I have learned my lesson. At days later, after returning to his home in the same time, my brother has achieved his San Antonio and when the unrelenting revenge — whether through happenstance

Top ten things you should know about depression

Dr. Judy Pierson, licensed clinical psychologist and bereavement counselor for Delaware Hospice, was the keynote speaker on Friday, April 3, at the Lunch Bunch Lecture Series at the Family Support Center in Milford. Participants learned about “The Top Ten Things You Should Know About Depression.” 1. Depression affects approximately 14 million adults in America today or nearly one out of six adults over a lifetime. 2. It is a very real medical condition and not caused by personal weakness or a refusal to use will power to end suffering. 3. Depression might be caused by biochemical, genetic or environmental factors. 4. Depression isn’t the same as occasionally “having the blues.” 5. Symptoms of depression might be changes in appetite leading to weight loss or gain; insomnia or excessive sleep; fatigue; feelings of worthlessness or guilt; inability to concentrate or make decisions; feelings of hopelessness; loss of interest in daily activities; persistent sadness; thoughts of suicide; and selfloathing.

6. Depression can actually lower your IQ because it impairs concentration so profoundly.

or careful planning, I’m not certain. A couple months after the thumbpounding episode, my parents received in the mail a box containing Christmas presents from my brother and his wife. My sister, my mother and I each received the same thing: a set of high-quality stainless steel knives. I promptly removed my knives from their box and inserted them into a knife block that I already had, storing in a drawer the knives that were previously housed in the block and that are inferior to the new ones. Soon after, I was using one of the new knives to slice potatoes and, having forgotten about the extremely sharp edge, cut past the flesh of the potato and into my thumb. Ironic, I thought, grabbing a clean cloth towel to wrap around my bleeding finger, that a knife that my brother gave me would result in an injury to the same body part that several months earlier he had injured. But soon the bleeding stopped, I carried on with the potato dish I was preparing and the opportunity to learn a lesson about laughing at another’s misfortune passed. This weekend, nearly six months after my brother injured his thumb, another opportunity presented itself. And I announced to all who are listening, including the sneaky knives, that I have accepted that opportunity and that there is therefore no need for any additional lessons. My husband and I had gone to my sister’s home for the Easter weekend. I was in her kitchen, pulling ham off the bone,

when my left hand slipped off the meat and into one of her new stainless steel knives — not even from my set; you can see how devious this plot is — that was lying on the counter. It immediately sliced into my ring finger, just above the first knuckle. My knees just a tad weak, I washed my hands twice, making sure all the ham detritus was washed down the sink, then wrapped my finger in a napkin. With the help of my brother-in-law, who had a stash of Band-Aids in his briefcase, I applied a bandage. Throughout the rest of the evening, I held my finger tightly in my other hand, applying pressure according to instructions from my husband. A day later, my finger is still sore but from all appearances on the way to healing. And a lesson that should already have been part of my deep understanding — that another person’s pain is not my amusement — has finally sunk in, perhaps through one of the two cuts on my fingers. My brother’s thumb is avenged. The knives that he sent this way for Christmas can declare their mission accomplished and focus on the intended charge of kitchen knives, aiding in the preparation of food. And I, a wiser and kinder person, can start thinking about my brother’s birthday, just five months away, and what I will be sending him for a present. A shiny, new, extra-heavy hammer, perhaps, maybe even of the sledge type.

7. Men and women might act differently when depressed.

8. Depression is one of the most treatable of all psychological conditions. Between 80-90% of people with depression eventually respond well to treatment and almost all experience some relief from their symptoms. 9. You will not make someone suicidal if you ask him or her if they feel suicidal. 10. Antidepressants, taken appropriately, will not change your personality. Depression alters your personality. Medication can restore you to who you were before you became depressed. Contact the Crisis Intervention Service if you feel that someone is suicidal at 800-345-6785. The “Lunch Bunch” lectures series at the Delaware Hospice Center in Milford, is held the first Friday of the month, from noon to 1:30 p.m. and is free and open to the public. The next lecture will be Friday, May 1, on “How to manage guilt when mourning the death of a loved one.” Registration is required due to limited seating. To register or learn more, call Vicki Costa, associate director of the family support. For more about Hospice programs and services, events, or employment opportunities, call 800-838-9800 or visit www.delawarehospice.org.

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80th Delaware State Police recruit graduation held The 80th Delaware State Police and 70th Municipal Recruit Class graduation ceremony was held on April 8 at 2 p.m. in the auditorium of the Education and Humanities building on the campus of Delaware State University. Twenty Delaware State troopers and 14 municipal officers representing Bridgeville, Delaware State University, Dover, Harrington, Georgetown, Millsboro, Newark and Wyoming graduated. Representative Peter C. Schwartzkopf, Delaware House of Representatives Majority Leader, was the keynote speaker. United States Senator Thomas R. Carper, Governor Jack Markell, Secretary of Safety and Homeland Security Lewis D. Schiliro and Superintendent of the Delaware State Police, Colonel Thomas F. Mac Leish also provided remarks at the graduation. The 80th Delaware State Police Class includes: Trooper Stephen J. Ballard, Trooper Susan M. Carbine, Trooper Heidi E. Carroll, Trooper Marc T. Conway, Trooper Brock A. Dean, Trooper Dustin A. Dukes, Trooper Bryon M. Haupt, Trooper Samantha E. Joseph, Trooper Joshua J. Jubb, Trooper John J. Klemash, Trooper Thomas W. LuKach, Trooper Joshua C. Miller, Trooper Brian W. O’Hern, Trooper Brian L. Pixley, Trooper Nicole A. Rallo, Trooper Robert Reaves, Trooper Michael L. Ripple, Trooper Scott J. Shelton, Trooper John W. Wheatley and Trooper William D. Yeldell Jr. The 70th Municipal Class includes: Officer Richard T. Baker, Bridgeville Police Department; Officer Ryan A. Ho-

Gas Lines Prices may increase slightly

The good news for consumers is that gasoline prices have remained relatively stable this past week with the national average price of gasoline settling at $2.05 Friday, which is virtually unchanged from earlier in the week. For the 11th time in the last 14 weeks, gasoline prices continued to increase, albeit slightly. This puts the price of gasoline just about 10 cents higher than it was last month. After last week’s rapid price swings, oil prices fell to open the week on continued uncertainty over which direction the US economy was heading. Lingering doubts over whether demand for oil and gasoline will pick up later this year, coupled with weak consumer spending, continue to keep prices right around $50 per barrel, closing at $52.24 last Thursday (the NYMEX was closed Friday for the Good Friday holiday). Oil prices have been in a relative holding pattern for the past couple of

The 80th Delaware State Police Class and the 70th Municipal Class recently graduated.

gan, Bridgeville Police Department; Officer John B. McQuown, Bridgeville Police Department; Officer James P. Piazza, Dover Police Department; Officer Brian M. Wood, Dover Police Department; Officer Justin Buchwald, Delaware State University Police Department; Officer Theodore Johnson, Delaware State University Police Department; Officer Christopher L. Cooper, Georgetown Police Department; Officer Jennifer M. Kerin, Georgetown Police Department; Officer James M. Locklear, Georgetown Police Department; Officer weeks as investors try to discern the direction of the US and global economies. U.S. demand for oil has continued to remain relatively low – a byproduct of the slow economy – and inventories of crude oil continue to build despite both OPEC and domestic oil producers slowing oil production. The U.S. government recently announced crude oil inventories are as high as they have been in 16 years. Catherine L. Rossi, manager of Public and Government Affairs, AAA Mid-Atlantic, states: “In the coming weeks we expect gas prices to increase by pennies as the spring driving season continues. As previously mentioned, if crude oil prices hover around $50 a barrel in the coming months, demand remains flat and the economy doesn’t worsen, gas prices should not increase dramatically.” Local pricing Locally, one station in Seaford was selling regular gasoline for $1.899 a gallon on Tuesday, the same price as a week ago.

Jessica L. Jacobs, Harrington Police Department; Officer Evan K. Rogers, Millsboro Police Department; Officer James N. Spadola, Newark Police Department; and Officer Michael Petyo, Wyoming Police Department. The following awards were presented: The Governor’s Outstanding Recruit Trooper Award - Trooper John W. Wheatley; The Secretary of Safety and Homeland Security Award - Trooper Brock A. Dean; The Delaware Police Chiefs’ Council Award - Officer Evan K. Rogers /Mills-

boro PD; The Attorney General’s Award for Legal Excellence - Officer Brian M. Wood/ Dover PD; The Outstanding Proficiency in Police Firearms Municipal Award - Officer Michael Petyo/Wyoming PD; The Outstanding Proficiency in Police Firearms for DSP Award - Trooper John W. Wheatley; The DSP Academy Physical Fitness Award - Officer Christopher L. Cooper/ Georgetown PD; and The Director of Training Law Enforcement Core Values Award - Trooper Joshua C. Miller.

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Vanderwende-Small, Jr. wedding planned

Douglas E. and Deborah D. Vanderwende of Greenwood announce the engagement of their daughter, Dusti Jeanne Vanderwende to John Herbert Small, Jr., son of John H. and Susan Small of Greensboro, N.C. The bride-to-be graduated from Woodbridge High School in 2003 and earned her Bachelor’s Degree with Distinction in Animal Science Biotechnology from the University of Delaware in 2007. She will receive her Masters Degree in Animal Science and Nutrition in May from North Carolina State University in Raleigh, N.C. where she is employed as a teaching assistant in the biology department and a graduate assistant in Animal Science. She will be attending Veteranarian school at N.C.S.U. in the fall. Her fiancé graduated from Grimsley High School in Greensboro, N.C. in 2002 and earned his bachelor’s and master’s degrees in poultry science from North Carolina State University. He is employed by Calmaine, Inc., in Brookville, Fla., as a production manager. A spring 2009 wedding is planned.

Dusti Vanderwende and John Small Jr.

Robert and Karen Kay Ayotte, of Salisbury, have announced the engagement of their daughter, Heather Dwyer, to Christopher "CJ" Preston, son of Chris and Ilah Preston of Delmar. The bride to be is the granddaughter of William and Grace Hastings of Seaford. The groom is the grandson of Shirley and the late Keith Abbott of Delmar and the late Earl Preston of Delmar and Linda Jones of Oklahoma.

Heather is a 1998 graduate of Laurel Senior High School and a graduate of DTCC. She is currently employed as a Registered Nurse at PRMC. CJ is a 1997 graduate of Delmar High School and also attended DTCC. He is currently employed as a Correctional Officer at Wicomico County Detention Center. An August 2009 wedding is being planned.

Dwyer, Preston to be married in August

Help Us Celebrate Youth!

Visit Sussex County Federal Credit Union the week of April 19-25 and help us celebrate National Credit Union Youth Week. Our theme for 2009 is “The Magic of Saving.” Stop by our lobby for refreshments, prizes, giveaways, and ideas to help you raise financially savvy kids. On Saturday, April 18, from 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. we will have several activities for kids such as a moon bounce, magician, and face painting. If you open a Kids Club Account on that day, we will make the first deposit. We will also make available a shredding truck, on site, for you to use to destroy your personal documents. Please join us. Sussex County Federal Credit Union membership is open to anyone who lives or works in Sussex County.

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YOUNG AUTHORS’ WINNERS - Worcester Prep winners in the 2008-09 Young Authors’ Competition sponsored by the Delmarva Reading Council were: (from left, row 1): Griffin Cummings, Frankford; Rachel Berry, Bishopville, Md.; Taylor Zarif, Berlin, Md.; Thomas Polk, Bethany Beach; (row 2) Shelby Vane, Berlin, Md.; Michelle Wangel, Berlin; Jenny Rosales, Seaford; Megan Rosales, Seaford; Maddi Ponko, Rehoboth Beach; Lucas Payne, Salisbury, Md.; (row 3) Betsy Desmarais, Salisbury; Kelley Chandler, Berlin; Rhiddi Sanwal, Lewes: Lynde Pepper, Lewes; Zak Schmidt, Bethany Beach; Ross Roessler, Bishopville; Andrew Canakis, Bishopville; Jamie Welch, Ocean Pines; Claire Stickler, Lewes; Emma Richardson, Rehoboth Beach; Ali Schwartz, Seaford; Sarah Arrington, Salisbury; and Brandon Thaler, Ocean City. Michelle Wangel was the State of Maryland winner for Grade 10 short stories.

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Rosa Parks’ courage set stage for change Recently, while visiting my wife’s relatives in Alabama, we rank alio had the pleasure of visiting the Rosa Park’s Museum in MontgomHer actions raised the ery, a visit which brought back horrible moments of the past and interest of an unknown questions about the future. Those of us in our senior years clergyman named Martin remember the segregated days and the birth of the civil rights era. We Luther King, Jr. went to all white schools, blacks went to the Paul Lawrence Dunbar school in west Laurel for eight years and then were bused to Jason most of the ridership) for more than a High School in Georgetown, now Delyear. Her actions raised the interest of an Tech, from grades 9-12. unknown clergyman named Martin Luther Whites sat downstairs in movie theaters King, Jr., who organized the non-violent and half the balcony; blacks sat on one boycott. This drew national attention and side and had their own bathroom and waresulted in the U.S. Supreme Court deciter fountain. They were not allowed to eat sion outlawing segregation on city busiin our local eateries, but their money was ness. good enough to shop in our stores. The museum is a major landmark in the Trap Pond, a state park, was off limits revitalization of downtown Montgomery, for blacks; they swam at Jason Beach at constructed on the site of the Empire Thethe other side of Trap Pond. Housing in atre where Parks made her courageous and the black community of West Laurel was historic stand. horrible: no septic, all outhouses, and The museum includes a permanent exwells for water. hibit, a time machine, temporary exhibit Many homes had no electricity, as space, archives, and other rooms. white slum owners felt they were doing You are led into a small theater for the blacks a favor by giving them a roof a short film, then the doors open into a over their heads. The media always used room where you board a standard 1955 that area to show poor housing in DelaMontgomery city bus, but with no wheels. ware. It floats on some type of system designed I graduated in 1956 and the civil rights by engineers and lighting effects which movement had already begun in Montmake the bus seem to move during a trip gomery with a young black woman, Rosa in time. Parks. It was law in Montgomery that Guests enter the bus and meet the drivwhites had first dibs on bus seats. If the er, a robot named Mr. Rivets, who talks bus filled, blacks had to give up their seats and who is a curious assemblage of engine and stand. parts, eyes that glow and light pulsing Parks, a seamstress, was going home along his limbs. from work, December 1955 and boarded Visitors are transported through time a bus almost empty. Finally after several from to the early 1800s to the early “Jim stops the bus filled and blacks began givCrow” era where they observe scenes of ing up their seats. She was the only black segregation and social and legal chalstill sitting. lenges made by individuals like Harriet When the bus driver asked her to give Tubman and others. up her seat on the city bus to a white pasAs I left the museum I reflected on the senger, she refused. The bus driver had past thinking just how rough it must have her arrested. She was tried and convicted been to be black in the last 200 years. I of violating a local ordinance. thought about the book my brother gave Her act sparked a citywide boycott of me titled “Black Like Me” written in 1955 the bus system by blacks (who provided about the time of the Rosa Parks challenge. Written by a white man who disguised himself as a black, the author spent a year in the south and wrote about the life of a black person and the places he was not allowed even when his kidneys could not hold and he begged to use a “whites only” Bethel Rd., Laurel • 875-2055 bathroom, only to be refused. The following year he went back as a white to the same places. This time he was served. I thought America has come a long way, but there is still hatred and mistreatment of blacks and other minorities in this country. Rosa Parks passed away last year. She had seen progress since that incident in 1955, but her race has a long way to go before they can believe the Declaration of Large Selection of Flowers, Hanging Independence where it says, “All men are Baskets, Bedding Plants, Perennials, created equal,” and it becomes a reality. Vegetable Plants, Shrubs & Trees

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Police Journal ROTC instructor arrested

Delaware State Police have arrested a 49-year-old Lincoln man for several charges stemming from an inappropriate relationship he maintained with a 16-year-old Seaford girl. The man, Timothy J. McDorman, was employed as an ROTC instructor at Seaford High School and the victim was one of his McDorman students. The investigation began on April 8 when the teen victim’s mother notified authorities of an alarming text message she located on her daughter’s cellular telephone that morning. The message clearly indicated the sender was involved in sexual activity with her daughter. The mother was able to determine that the sender was Mr. McDorman. School officials and police were immediately notified and an ensuing investigation revealed that McDorman did in fact send the sexually explicit text message to the victim. Additionally, investigators learned the two were involved in a relationship since October 2008 that involved the victim sending several nude photographs of her to McDorman’s cellular telephone. The relationship continued and in March of this year, the pair engaged in sexual intercourse. At the conclusion of the investigation, detectives have identified 15 sexually explicit photographs that were received by McDorman depicting the victim unclothed. McDorman was arrested and charged with 15 counts of using a computer to unlawfully depict a child engaging in a prohibited sexual act (felony), one count of fourth degree rape (felony), and 15 counts of possession of child pornography (felony). He was released after posting a $100,000 secured bail. McDorman, who began his position as ROTC instructor at Seaford High School on Sept. 23, 2008, resigned on April 8.

Driver allegedly punches student

On Tuesday, April 7, the Delaware State Police school resource officer assigned to Kirk Middle School in Newark investigated the assault of a 14-year old student by the school bus driver, David V. Burns Jr., 62, of Wilmington. The investigation revealed that Burns was operating the school bus on its normal route following the conclusion of the school day. The student, who was seated in the rear of the school bus, made a statement targeted at Burns’ driving. Burns invited the student to approach the front of the school bus. Once the school bus was pulled to the shoulder of the roadway in a residential area, the student approached the front of the bus. A verbal exchange ensued at which time Burns punched the student in the face. The student exited the bus and was transported by his family for treatment of non-life threatening injuries.

Burns was formally charged with one count of third degree assault (misdemeanor). He was arraigned and issued a $250 unsecure bond with a no contact order pending a later trial date. Burns resigned from his position with Advanced Student Transportation.

Woman charged with embezzling

Delaware State Police have arrested Jennifer A. Creamer, 43, of the unit block of McCormick Boulevard, Newark, for embezzling more than a half a million dollars from Sheridan Ford Dealership located on Kirkwood Highway, Wilmington. Creamer, a former employee of the Creamer dealership, started her own business called GSC Services, Inc., in 2001. In 2001, she developed a partnership with the dealership who agreed to outsource their payroll to her business. In this capacity, Creamer was responsible for transferring money from the Sheridan Ford account to a separate entity where employees had their personal accounts established. While transferring funds from the corporate account to the personal accounts, Creamer would transfer unauthorized funds into her personal account. The dealership completed an audit of their financial records which indicated that Creamer embezzled more than $500,000 since 2001. Creamer responded to Delaware State Police Troop 2 where she was formally charged with the following crimes: five counts of theft of $1,000 or greater (felony); two counts of theft where the property value is $100,000 or more (felony); two counts of theft where property value is greater than $50,000 Less Than $100,000 (felony); nine counts of falsifying business records to make or cause false entry (misdemeanor). Creamer was released on $270,000 unsecured bond pending a later trial date. Anyone with additional information concerning any potentially fraudulent activity by Creamer is asked to contact Troop 2 at 302-834-2620 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333.

Charged with indecent exposure

Delaware State Police have arrested a 56-year-old Hartly man for several offenses after police learned he was exposing his genitals to several people, including five juveniles. The investigation revealed that Stephen T. Pardee Jr., who resides on Brittany Lane Pardee in Hartly, had been exposing himself to several persons within the Amish community between April 2008 and April 2009. The victims reside near

Pardee. He was taken into custody without incident and charged with five counts of first degree indecent exposure (misdemeanor), five counts of lewdness (misdemeanor), and three counts of second degree indecent exposure (misdemeanor). He was released on an $11,500 unsecured bond and ordered no contact with the victims.

Operation Easter Bunny ends

Operation: Easter Bunny in Laurel was a four month drug investigation that was broken down into two phases. The first phase started in early January with identifying known drug dealers in the Laurel area. As a direct result of phase one, officers obtained warrants for approximately 10 suspects for a variety of drug charges. Phase two of the operation consisted of a two day criminal enforcement and warrants sweep. Phase two was conducted on April 8 and 9. The Laurel Police Department along with members of Milton Police Department, Millsboro Police Department, Harrington Police Department, Georgetown Police Department, Bridgeville Police Department, Dewey Beach Police Department, Delaware State Fire Marshalls Office, Delaware Probation and Parole and Delaware Department of Corrections conducted a proactive criminal enforcement and warrant sweep. As a result of the operation over the past four months, the following subjects were arrested on the following charges: Albert Hammond, 19, Laurel - delivery of marijuana, delivery non-controlled prescription drug and resisting arrest Lewis Brown, 41, Laurel - delivery of marijuana, possession of drug paraphernalia, possession of marijuana, resisting arrest with violence Edwin Montalvo, 23, Laurel - tampering with evidence, consumption of cocaine, possession of cocaine, possession of drug paraphernalia and resisting arrest William Matthews, 18, Seaford - possession of marijuana and possession of drug paraphernalia Jason Ulysses, 23, Laurel - two counts of second degree robbery Lakisha Weston, Laurel - delivery of cocaine, delivery of cocaine within 1,000’ of a school Richard Ralph, Laurel - failure to appear/Sussex County Family Court Terrence Hitchens, Laurel - failure to appear/disorderly conduct Thomas Wheat III, Seaford - failure to pay/reckless driving and driving while suspended Brandi Daniels, Laurel - failure to pay/ traffic charge, violation of probation, traffic charges Brandon Adkins, Laurel - failure to pay/traffic charges Willard Tull, Laurel - failure to pay/ driving without a license and failure to stop at a red light, failure to appear/Sussex County Family Court Angela Winder, Laurel - failure to pay/ driving while suspended Walter Davis, Laurel - failure to pay/ possession of drug paraphernalia, failure to pay/shoplifting Paul Lord, Laurel - contempt of court/

Sussex County Superior Court China Matthews, Laurel - failure to pay/shoplifting Deron Roberts, Laurel - failure to appear/driving while suspended, failure to appear/driving while suspended, failure to pay/driving with no valid license Veronica Sanabria, Laurel - failure to pay/traffic charges Rodney Leak, Laurel - warrant, third degree assault, failure to pay/traffic charges Jennifer Rosen, Laurel - warrant, three counts second degree forgery and three counts obtaining a controlled substance by fraud Edwin Montalvo, 23, Laurel - delivery of cocaine, delivery of cocaine within 1,000’ of a school Marcus Cannon, Ellendale - resisting arrest, failure to pay/possession of marijuana, failure to pay/shoplifting, failure to pay/traffic charges In addition to the subjects that were arrested, the Laurel Police Department has active warrants for the following two subjects: Albert Hammond “A.J”, LKA – Laurel - delivery of marijuana Robert Hammond, LKA – Seaford - delivery of Cocaine Anyone with information on their whereabouts is asked to contact the Laurel Police Department at 302-875-2244.

Troopers seize drugs in raid

Delaware State Police have arrested two men for drug offenses after completing an undercover drug operation into the illegal manufacturing and distribution of crack cocaine. On April 9, troopers executed a search warrant at the home of Phillip L. Brewer in the 22000 block of Coverdale Road in Bridgeville. During the search, detectives seized 224 grams of a cocaine mixture that was being processed into crack cocaine in the kitchen area. Troopers also located 4.1 grams of crack cocaine in Brewer’s front pocket. Detectives located in the residence 20 Hydrocodone pills, 45 Xanax pills, 14 Tylenol prescription pills, .380 and 9mm ammunition, 18 grams of marijuana and $522. Phillip L. Brewer, 27, was arrested for trafficking cocaine, manufacturing cocaine, possession with intent to deliver (PWITD) cocaine, possession of ammunition by person prohibited, possession with intent to deliver marijuana, possession with intent to deliver schedule IV (Xanax), maintaining a dwelling and two counts of possession of drug paraphernalia. Also located inside the residence was Phillip Brewer’s cousin, Christopher D. Brewer, 22, of Webbs Lane, Dover. He was arrested for PWITD cocaine, PWITD marijuana, PWITD Schedule III prescription pills, maintaining a dwelling, possession of drug paraphernalia and resisting arrest. Phillip Brewer was committed to Sussex Correctional Institute in lieu of a $482,000 cash only bail. Christopher Brewer was committed to SCI on a $10,500 cash only bail.

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Greenwood man arrested

Delaware State Police have arrested a 40 year old Greenwood man for drug offenses after he was stopped for speeding and found to be in possession of 20 methadone pills. On April 10 at 12:25 p.m., a patrol trooper from Troop Williams 5 in Bridgeville was conducting speed enforcement on Coverdale Road south of Jones Dogwood Drive when he encountered a 1991 GMC Sonoma pick-up traveling 55 mph in a marked 40 mph zone. A traffic stop was conducted and Bruce A. Williams was identified as the operator. During the traffic stop, the trooper observed a clear plastic baggie in the center console of the truck that contained several white pills. An investigation revealed the pills were methadone and that Williams did not have a prescription and did not possess a proper container for the 20 pills. In addition, Williams was in possession of a large sum of money that he could not account for. Williams was arrested for possession with intent to deliver methadone, maintaining a vehicle for keeping controlled

substances and possession of drug paraphernalia. He was released on $11,700 unsecured bail.

Middletown teen dies in crash

The Delaware State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit is investigating the fatal crash involving a 17-year-old Middletown girl after she failed to stop on the command of police officers and rammed into a Smyrna Police Cruiser. At 1:10 a.m. on April 12 a uniformed trooper attempted to conduct a traffic stop on a 2008 Ford F250 pick-up on US 13 in the area of Blackbird Forest Road for suspicion of DUI. The operator ignored the emergency lights and siren of the police cruiser and failed to stop for the trooper continuing southbound on US 13 in the limits of Smyrna. The operator then made an abrupt attempt to turn west onto Smyrna-Leipsic Road when the Ford failed to negotiate the turn and crashed into a fence on the southwest side of the intersection. A Smyrna police officer, in a fully marked police cruiser with lights and siren activated, pulled behind the pick-up in an effort to apprehend the operator. The officer, along with a DSP trooper, exited their patrol vehicles when the operator of the Ford pick-up accelerated the vehicle in reverse ramming the Smyrna police cruiser nearly striking the approaching officers.

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The Ford pick-up then fled west on Sunnyside Road. As officers were attempting to catch up to the fleeing vehicle, the Ford exited the north edge of the roadway and overturned several times. As a result of the crash, the operator, who was later identified as Natacha A. Mitchell, 17, of Middletown, died at the scene from injuries sustained in the crash. She was not wearing a seatbelt. Preliminary investigation revealed Mitchell was operating the vehicle with a revoked driver’s license. The crash remains under investigation.

Agents raid three businesses

Delaware Alcohol and Tobacco Enforcement (DATE) Agents raided three Seaford establishments simultaneously seizing cash and illegal gambling machines. DATE Agents executed search warrants at Coyotes, CC 22 and the Woodshed on April 9. All three establishments had been under investigation for various alcohol violations and criminal activity. The investigation revealed violations that included serving alcohol after hours, operating a lewd establishment, sale of tobacco without a license, giving away alcohol and gambling. Agents confiscated more than $11,000 and removed 23 illegal gambling machines from the businesses. The owners face criminal charges as well as several liquor license violations. In addition, Dean Weidlein, the owner of CC

22, was cited for marijuana possession. A patron at CC 22 was arrested as a local fugitive.

Burglary and assault

On Monday, April 13, at shortly after 8 p.m., Delaware State Troopers were called to Millpark Drive, Coverdale Crossroads, area to reference a burglary and subsequent assault of a 45-year-old male at the residence. The investigation revealed that the victim was inside his residence when two unknown suspects entered the residence without the permission and/or knowledge of the victim. The victim indicated that he turned around and without provocation was attacked by the suspects. The victim was knocked to the ground and the suspects continued to assault him. The suspects then fled the residence. The victim called a family friend who responded to the residence and located the injured victim. Upon discovering the injured resident police and emergency personnel were called to the home. The victim was transported by Delaware State Police helicopter to Peninsula Regional Medical Center in Salisbury and admitted with non-life threatening injuries. The Delaware State Police are seeking any information pertaining to this incident. Contact Delaware State Police Troop 4 at (302) 856-5650 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333.

Democrats honor the Chapmans

Karen and Tom Chapman received the Sussex County Democrat Couple of the Year award in honor of their many years of dedicated service to the party.

The Sussex Democratic County Committee held their annual spring dinner on Saturday, April 4, at the Bridgeville Firehouse. The Democratic VIPs included former Governor Ruth Ann Minner, former Lieutenant Governor John Carney, Lieutenant Governor Matt Denn, Senator Thurman Adams, President Pro Tem, Delaware State Senate, U. S. senator Edward Kaufman and many other Democratic office holders, and party officers. The Democrat party rank and file welcomed speakers such as Matt Denn, Lieutenant Governor, and others who said that the Democrats, both nationally and in Delaware, control the government and must find solutions to the vexing economic problems. Denn praised Governor Jack Markell saying that he faced a tough job on the

economy and has the challenging task of cutting the state budget. He said that, as former Governor Minner knows, that the “Governor’s budget, which goes to the legislature, will look different when approved by the legislature.” He also promised that Delaware’s state testing will be changed. Senator Kaufman, who was appointed to fill Senator Joe Biden’s Senate seat, reported on Biden’s role in the presidential transition. He complimented Biden on a recent foreign policy speech. Kaufman is looking forward to representing Delaware in the United States Senate. Pat Ewing, newly elected Sussex County Democratic Chair, presented a plaque to Tom and Karen Chapman honoring them as Sussex County’s Democrat Couple of the Year for their many years of dedicated service to the party.

Relay for Life upcoming events Continued from page 12

Trinity will be holding a Basket Bingo at the Moose Lodge in Seaford on April 16 from 7 to 10 p.m. Tickets at the door are $25. For information, contact Audrey Aldrich at (800) 753-1048 or audrey.aldrich@trinitytransport.com. A benefit concern will be held by the Lifesavers and Zebra Stars teams at Christ Evangelistic Church on Camp Road in Laurel on Saturday, April 25, from 3 to 6 p.m. Music will be provided by DJ E-Z Entertainment and local talent will perform. Tickets are $5 each. Contact Tara Trout for more information.

Also on April 25 is the Chapel Branch 5k Walkrun sponsored by Nanticoke River Watershed Conservancy, ASAP Printing and Seaford High School’s Relay for Life team. Check in is at 7:30 a.m. at Chapel Branch. For more information, contact Harry Brake, (302) 536-1795 or harrybrake@ yahoo.com. Seaford High School is going all out on prerelay events on May 9 from 6 a.m. until 6 p.m., including a car and motorcycle show, both basketball and volleyball tournaments, food, entertainment, climbing walls, music and a huge flea market. A golf tournament will be held that day at the Seaford Golf and Country Club. Contact Harry Brake for any of these events.

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Mrs. Burke’s third grade class at Central Elementary School with Mrs. Burke (left) and Melissa Tice Martin, LDAF executive director.

Students support ‘09 LDAF race Mrs. Laura Burke’s third grade class at Central Elementary School in Seaford raised $400 in support of the Lower Delaware Autism Foundation’s Race for Autism. Each year, Mrs. Burke chooses a philanthropy project for her third grade class and for the second year in a row she chose autism. As part of their efforts, the children sold teachers the option to wear jeans on Fridays. This along with other opportunities helped the students raise $400. They presented the funds to Melissa Tice Martin, LDAF executive director and Mary

Green, program & event coordinator, when they spoke to the class about autism on March 31. LDAF’s 7th Annual Race for Autism includes a half marathon, 5K race, 5K family fun walk and kiddie fun run. The Race is being held at Cape Henlopen High School in Lewes on Sunday, April 26. Registration is available online at www. active.com and walkers and runners can also fundraise online at www.active.com/ donate/ldaf. For more information about LDAF, call the LDAF office at 302-644-3410 or visit www.ldaf.com.

PRAYER BREAKFAST - Representative Danny Short was the featured speaker at Grace Baptist Church’s prayer breakfast on April 4. After breakfast, several church members led in prayer, Mrs. Catherine Medford shared a poem she wrote for the occasion, and a men’s quartet presented special music. Rep. Short shared items under consideration in Seaford and the state of Delaware. He was presented with a book of the sayings of Pope Benedict XVI, a set of table set flags and a personal copy of the poem by Mrs. Medford.

VISIT TO LEGISLATIVE HALL - A group of homeschooled students from Seaford and Bridgeville who are studying the state of Delaware recently visited Legislative Hall and the Old State House in Dover. They met with Representative and House Minority Whip, Danny Short and learned about his job and the process of making laws in Delaware. In the front row from left are Maggie Ferren, Jenna Beard, Sydney Beard, Alyssa Smith, Jenna Anger, Victoria Metzler and Emily Pryor. Back row, Justin Smith, Alex Metzler, Rebekah Scott holding her brother Ryan, Sarah Pryor, Abigail Pryor being held by Danny Short and Rachel Scott.

EVENING OF THE ARTS - Bob Adams and Brian Bassett of the Woodbridge School District greet guests at the district’s annual “Evening of the Arts” held recently at Woodbridge High School. The district has sponsored this event for the last 10 years. Guests enjoyed student artwork and musical numbers performed by students as well as different kinds of artwork from artists in the local community.

COFFEE WITH DAVE - About 20 people joined State Rep. Dave Wilson (R-Cedar Creek Hundred) for his most recent “Cup of Coffee with Dave” meeting. The informal gatherings, held the second Wednesday of each month from 7:30 to 8:30 a.m. at Jimmy’s Grille in Bridgeville, give residents of the 35th District a chance to speak with their state representative over a free cup of coffee and pastry. Topics ranged from cutting the size of state government, to sports-betting and local road issues. The next meeting will be held on May 13.

AEROSPACE ACADEMY SCHOLARSHIPS - Shannon Lecates, an eighth grader at Seaford Middle School, spoke to Western Sussex American Association of University Women (AAUW) members at their January meeting. While attending Delaware Aerospace Academy’s summer program, Lecates, who received a scholarship from AAUW, created and launched a rocket, worked with composit materials and simulated shuttle launches. Western Sussex AAUW supports the Delaware Aerospace Education Foundation (DASEF) by providing scholarships for girls entering 7th through 9th grades. If you have a student who would benefit from Western Sussex AAUW’s scholarship for the Delaware Aerospace Academy, call Marcia Windley at 629-3928.

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Mayor’s Right Choice Award

The City of Seaford is proud to announce that nominations for the Mayor’s Right Choice Award are now being accepted. This award is given to a high school senior who resides in the Seaford School District and has made the right choices in life, exhibited a positive influence on the Seaford Community and maintained a drug free lifestyle. This award will be presented at the regular meeting of Mayor and Council on May 26. The winner will receive an engraved plaque and $500. Applications can be picked up at City Hall, 414 High St., Monday through Friday (8 a.m.-5 p.m.), from www.seafordde.com or from the guidance offices of Seaford High School, Sussex Technical High School and Seaford Christian Academy. The deadline for submitting completed applications is May 8. They may be submitted by mail (P.O. Box 1100, Seaford, DE 19973), or by fax (629-9307) to the attention of Trisha Newcomer. Call 629-9173 for details.

Blades VFC 75th anniversary basket

Blades Volunteer Fire Company is offering a 75th Anniversary collector basket featuring a special laser engraved lid. The American Traditions Basket Company in Canal Fulton, Ohio makes the hard maple handmade baskets. Celebrate the 75th Anniversary of the Blades Volunteer Fire Department by buying a commemorative basket. The “Buckeye” Basket features a special laser engraved wood lid, commemorative brass tag, bicentennial weave, and plastic protector. The basket measures 6.50” x 3.75” and sells for $45 each. The American Traditions Basket Company has been a family owned business for 15 years, specializing in making hand woven American hard maple baskets, customizing each basket order for fundraisers and corporations around the country. For more information or to pre-order baskets contact James Bratten at 6294896. Cash or checks are accepted for payment. You will be notified when your order arrives.

Reflective address markers

Blades Volunteer Fire Company is offering reflective address markers to help rescuers identify locations quicker in the event of an emergency. Those in the Blades fire district may purchase the markers for $15 or have them installed for $20. A post must be in place for the installation. New town and county ordinances require address markers on properties, not across the road. The markers are 6 inches by 18 inches with three-inch reflective numbers. Call 629-4896 to place an order.

Seaford Historical Society raffle

The Seaford Historical Society is offering an exciting raffle featuring a day on the Nanticoke River in the Spring of 2010. This all-day excursion accommodates a party of six people on a boat ride that leaves from the Marina at Nanticoke River Marine Park in Blades, Seaford. Seeing the beauty of the pristine Nanticoke River from the water is an experience unlike any other. The crew aboard the shallop that reenacted the Captain John Smith voyage up the Nanticoke River was amazed at the natural beauty still in existence along this river. Other festivities included with this trip are mid-morning snacks on-board ship, lunch in Vienna, Md., a selfguided walking tour of historic Vienna, a visit to the Vienna Heritage Museum and refreshments on the ride back to Seaford in the afternoon. A raffle ticket to win this trip costs only $5 or five tickets may be purchased for $20. Tickets are available at the Seaford Museum which is open Thursdays through Sundays from 1 to 4 p.m., or at the Ross Mansion which is open Saturdays and Sundays from 1 to 4 p.m. At other times call the Seaford Historical Society office at 628-9828 for tickets. The drawing will take place at the Victorian Christmas at the Ross Mansion on Dec. 13, 2009. The income from this raffle helps with the maintenance of the Seaford Museum and the Ross Mansion.

SAT Prep class offered for $50 Students attending Seaford School District’s secondary schools now have a way to bolster their SAT skills at half price. The district announced recently that the SAT-Prep class, normally offered for $100, is now $50. Seats are available for the 10-class program which will be held at Seaford Senior High School beginning in September to prepare students for the SAT test given at Seaford Senior High School on Saturday, Jan. 23, 2010. For the $50 cost, students participate in 10 three-hour sessions and receive all of the accompanying materials and supplies. This program is open to all Seaford School District students in grades 6 – 12

for the 2009 – 2010 school year and offers the option of participating in either a Tuesday after-school class (3:45 to 6:45 p.m.) or a Saturday morning class (9 a.m. to noon). Seats will be filled on a first-come, first served bases. The Tuesday sessions are scheduled for Sept. 15, 22, and 29; Oct. 20 and 27; Nov. 10; Dec. 1 and 8; and Jan. 5 and 12. The Saturday sessions are Sept. 19 and 26; Oct. 3, 24, and 31; Nov. 14; Dec. 5 and 12; and Jan. 9 and 16. For more information regarding this program or to register, contact Mrs. Pat Tifft at 929-4587, ext. 267 or stop by the Seaford District Office at 390 N. Market St. in Seaford.

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Library fundraiser set for April 25 The Seaford Library Walk, Run, Push, Pull, Pedal fundraiser is scheduled for Saturday, April 25, from 9 a.m. to noon. The library looks forward to a beautiful day when over 200 children and adults will participate in a fundraiser for construction of the future Seaford Library and Cultural Center. Participants may register beginning at 8:30 a.m. at the Jay’s Nest Concession Stand. All registrants must provide pledge cards with pledged money before proceeding with their participation. The route will be from the Jay’s Nest Concession Stand, north on N. Market St. Ext., past the future site of the library to Ross Station Road, right to the first driveway onto the Ross Mansion grounds, then in a counterclockwise loop around the grounds to the northern most driveway back to Ross Station Road, south to N. Market St. and returning to the concession stand. Pledge cards are available at the Library. The minimum pledge required for participation is $10. Those individuals with pledges of $50 or more will receive a commemorative t-shirt. Gift certificates will be awarded to the person having the greatest pledge, the second greatest pledge and the longest walk. “Most money collected” awards of a

book will be given to one participant age 5 years and under, one age 6-8 years, and one age 9-12 years. A gift certificate will be given to the first place winner in the

Dr. John Painter has been appointed the new director of the Seaford District Library by the Library Board of Trustees. He began his new position on April 15. Dr. Painter fills the position left vacant by the departure of Leigh Ann DePope. “We are so fortunate to have been able to attract someone with Dr. Painter’s education and experience,” says Mary Ellen Torkelson, president of the SDL Board of Trustees. “Our new library is going up quickly and we will benefit from his strong leadership as we continue our fundraising campaign and plan our move into the new building. We also face significant

challenges with regard to state and county funding for our operating budget and Dr. Painter is eminently qualified to work on our behalf.” Dr. Painter was formerly the library director of Delaware Technical & Community College, Owens Campus and librarian at Wilmington University, Dover Campus. He has a B.S. degree from Concord College in Athens, W.V., a M.S. in Library Science from Drexel University in Philadelphia, Pa., and a Ed.D. doctorate in Education from Wilmington University. Most recently, he was president of Library Quest, a library consulting company.

13-17 age bracket. Refreshments will be provided by The Friends of the Library in the form of muffins, water and fruit. Additional t-shirts will be available for purchase at $12 each. Entertainment will be provided by Tony Windsor, singer and guitar player, at the concession stand. Rain date is Sunday, April 26 at 1 p.m.

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Opinion Guest Column SHS supports Relay for Life

Why does Seaford have a Pre-Relay Festival, support Relay for Life, and create so many outlying activities? Great questions! After several years of supporting the Leukemia Foundation, I moved to Delaware and met Kate Baltz. This would change my life in many ways. She inspired me to not be content with mediocrity, make a difference and be restless with the way events are around us. Her spirit challenged others to move forward and create a community of excitement, service and stewardship for the Seaford community. The night of the 2007 Relay, the last year for chair Kate Baltz, current Relay for Life Chair Alison Schwinn came up to me with tears in her eyes and told me she wanted to be the new leader of Relay, for the fighting spirit she has watched her grandfather power through. Isn’t that what Relay is all about? Alison continues to represent this fighting spirit that students such as Kate Baltz and Christina Stevenson have carried on through the years. Together, we can fight against cancer. Kate Baltz and I created the Pre Relay Festival, an event that involved the school and prepared individuals for what was to come the night of Relay for Life. Take a look at what will be at the high school thanks to the combined efforts of the student Relay Team, Driver’s Ed teacher Richard Dixon, student impact groups such as SADD, PAVE and YELL, and the Seaford faculty and FCA in Dover: Country Club Golf Scramble, Mr. Relay Beauty Competition, Basketball Tournament, Volleyball Tournament, Dr. Bett’s 5k, Hot Rod Competition, Motorcycle Competition, Outdoor Stage with area musicians, exciting vendors from Salisbury to Dover, barbecues all day, largest yard sale of the year, Kids Corner (a huge center of activity that will be representing the Baltimore Aquarium), a 200 foot whale students can walk through representing MERR, facepainting, games galore, prizes, a climbing wall, and much more! Pre Relay is the perfect celebration of life that encircles the whole community. This year, each tournament is dedicated to those who have fought against cancer. The Relay Team has put together a scrapbooking team where they are memorializing individuals that continue to fight and have fought against cancer. If anyone is interested in representing someone, contact me at 629-4587, ext. 405. For more information, visit the Relay home page at http://main.acsevents.org/site/TR?pg=entry&fr_id=12723. To volunteer, sponsor one of the tournaments or be a part of the High School teams (The Seaford High and The Seaford Higher) in planning the Pre Relay events, contact me at the number listed above. Harry Brake

Seaford High School

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Board responds to arrest

On April 8, our Seaford High School community was devastated by the alleged inappropriate actions of former Naval Science Instructor Tim McDorman. As soon as we learned of this matter, we began our investigation which led to his arrest and severance from the Seaford School District. Please note that Mr. McDorman completed a successful criminal background check before his hire and survived the Navy screening process. We appreciate the cooperation of the Delaware State Police and the patience of our extended community in this situation. We will continue to work with the authorities until this matter is brought to closure. Our students’ safety and welfare are always our top concern. We will continue to enact any and all measures to ensure their well-being. As always, our guidance counselors are available for any support our students may need through this difficult time. If you have any concerns or questions regarding this matter, contact Seaford High School Principal Clarence Davis at 6294587, ext. 235. Seaford Board of Education

A step in the right direction

Seaford AARP Chapter 1084 had representatives attend the Georgetown college for a listening session with Senator Tom Carper on April 7. Opening up to hear about the most pressing issues for older Delawareans is certainly a step in the right direction. AARP members nationwide believe that health care reform is urgent and must be the nation’s top priority. Change to make affordable coverage options available to all is especially urgent for AARP’s 50 to 64-year-old population. They are especially vulnerable as the fastest-growing part of the uninsured population in America – and Delaware is no exception. The fact that Senator Carper is willing to listen to the public’s voice gives our members a sense of hope for the future. The more voices heard, the more information he has to work out the problems.

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This was the first of three listening sessions he has planned for the state of Delaware on health care. We reside in the First State, and are known for leading the way with great arts, culture, shopping and nature. However, AARP would like to propose we are first in something else – the first state to ensure that everyone has access to affordable health care. This was the topic of conversation at this meeting. Many proposals were made as to what needs to be changed, and even some solutions for improving today’s health care system. On behalf of all the AARP members, I want to say thank you to Senator Carper. Gladys Bonowicz

President, Seaford AARP

Fire the committee

Since I wrote my letter to the paper two week’s ago on excessive executive compensation, I received the normal proxy and related material from Kellogg and DuPont. The vast majority of the information contained in the proxies relates to executive compensation and would take a CPA to actually understand what it says. Perhaps it represents the classic “If you have to reveal something, inundate the reader with material.” The upshot for Kellogg is that the Board of Directors members each receive approximately $250,000/year in compensation. The top executive, David Mackay, took in $12.3 million in 2008. Four other bigwigs took in between $2.8 million and $4.1 million. Among the Board of Directors are two interesting figures. First, is

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Dr. Benjamin Carson, who appears completely out of place, simply added for window dressing. Second, is John Dillon. Dillon was formerly the CEO of International Paper Company. He is also a director on the boards of Caterpillar Inc. and E.I. DuPont, my former employer. Dillon is on the compensation committee at Kellogg and also chairs the compensation committee at DuPont, where he picked up another $200,000 in compensation in 2008. His bread is clearly well buttered to make everyone at the top happy. The chairman and CEO of DuPont is Charles “Chad” Holliday, who at one time was my next door neighbor here in Seaford. Chad has done quite well for himself, with total compensation in 2008 of $8.3 million. Four other top executives at DuPont took in between $3.6 million and $4.7 million. Chad’s present value of accumulated pension benefits isn’t too shabby either at $23.1 million. So, how does DuPont come up with determining how much a top executive should be compensated? They do a market analysis of representative “large companies with median revenue comparable to DuPont’s,” (quote from 2009 proxy statement). While claimed to only be used “to validate the results of the competitive market analysis,” DuPont looks at a peer group of companies for guidance. Among this group of 20 companies is Caterpillar Inc., the third company on which John Dillon is a member of the Board of Directors. Doesn’t this sound just a tad bit too cozy? As I said in my previous letter to the paper, I feel pretty powerless to stop this ongoing rifling of the till. However, one tactic I have decided on in these cases is to vote against every board member on the compensation committee. If this sort of thing could develop a grass roots movement, it might force a real change in executive compensation. It is that or get something through Congress to turn this around. The stock holders need to have a much more powerful voice in deciding fair executive compensation. Right now, we are powerless. Richard T. Eger

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Here’s a list of reasons to participate in the Relay for Life Why does the High School Relay? Why does anyone Relay? We do it for the long list of names that we have lost to cancer. We do it because we’ve watched our loved ones suffer enough. On our team, we have many athletes with strong ties to Coach Vince Morris. The loss of him in our school’s community was hard on many of us. We also have four of Dr. Susan Betts’ nieces and nephews on our Relay team, as well as many

City to join prescription discount drug program By Lynn R. Parks Residents of Seaford will soon be able to get discounts on prescription medicines. The Seaford City Council Tuesday night voted to join a program offered by the National League of Cities that will provide residents of the town an average of 20 percent off the costs of their medicines. Enrollment in the program is free to the city and to its residents. There are no age or income requirements. The program will start up in about eight weeks. The city will advertise the program through its Web site, HYPERLINK “http://www.seafordde.com” www. seafordde.com, and through its newsletters.

Final Word people whose lives she touched. James Betts says that he Relays “with hopes to find a cure.” We all have our own stories of how cancer affects our life. I have watched my grandfather go in and out of hospitals for cancer since I was seven years old. This is why I felt so strongly about this organization and volunteered to be team captain. Each and every one of us has our own reasons for Relaying. This bond has brought us together to help raise money to find a cure for this horrible disease that has claimed so many lives. In this world, it is very important to highlight the good that people are doing. I ask that you please support our cause and more importantly, please support the American Cancer Society and Seaford High School. It takes a community to raise a child and it takes all of us to find a cure for cancer. Alison Schwinn SHS, Relay chair

Support the Bike-a-thon

This Sunday, April 19, at 2 p.m. at West Seaford Elementary School Ron Breeding will once again be leading the effort to raise money for the St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital. For more than 20 years, Breeding faithfully has headed up this effort and has raised many thousands of dollars for research. Morning Star Publications supports this effort and we encourage businesses and individuals to contribute to the St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital Wheels for Life bike-a-thon. Anyone wishing to provide a prize, sponsor a rider or participate in the ride should call Ron Breeding at 629-3964. Bryant Richardson Publisher

Ride for Domestic Violence set

The sixth annual Delaware State Police Ride for Domestic Violence Awareness is Saturday, May 2, beginning at Delaware State Police Headquarters in Dover. The police escorted motorcycle ride will travel through scenic areas of Kent and Sussex counties. Sign up is from 9 to 10 a.m. and the cost is $15 per person. The first 150 riders will receive a t-shirt and pin. The purpose of this event is to raise public awareness about the devastating effects domestic violence has on victims as well as the community. If you or

someone you know is a victim of domestic violence, call 1-800-VICTIM-1 (1800-842-8461). For more information about the ride, call Brenda Unruh, Delaware State Police, at 302-739-5864.

From a press release

Sales tax solution

So Calio wants a sales tax here in Delaware. Well, he can move to Maryland or Pennsylvania and we will all be happy. Lew Delizio Seaford

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Don’t spread my wealth, spread my work ethic. Seen on a bumper sticker

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The Final Word is a compilation of thoughts and ideas from Star staff members and members of the public. We encourage readers to submit items. If you have a pet peeve or word of encouragement you can express in a few words, email the item to us at editor@mspublications.com or mail it to Star, PO Box 1000, Seaford, DE 19973. Include your name, hometown and a daytime phone number.

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