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VOL. 13 NO. 38

THURSDAY, APRIL 23, 2009

News unsolicited - The Laurel Council has proposed an amendment to the town code preventing the delivery of unsolicited materials to residents.

Page 4 groundbreaking - A groundbreaking ceremony took pace on Tuesday for the new Sussex County EMS facility in Laurel. Page 4 c.o.P.s. - The Delaware chapter of C.O.P.S. will hold a memorial ride on May 9. Page 2

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After six month delay, Laurel set to borrow $2.5 million from Delaware

By Tony E. Windsor Back in September of last year, Laurel Councilman Don Phillips said that an opportunity to receive funds to pay for a major, much needed water improvement project was a “perfect

opportunity.” Now, over six months later his assessment has not changed, even though the project has remained stalled pending a move by the state to repair a glitch in the town’s codes regarding municipal borrowing author-

ity. At the time the Laurel Mayor and Council approved borrowing $2.5 million from the State Office of Drinking Water to enhance the town’s water discontinued on page 5

tea Party - Protesters gathered in Janosik Park to rally against taxes and big government. page 14

Sports

little league - The Ross Brothers team rides through the Delmar Little League parade during last Saturday’s opening day ceremonies. The league, which plays its games in the Mason-Dixon complex in Delmar, Md., is in its 51st season. See the sports section and page 48 for more photos and game results. Photo by Mike McClure

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Laurel stacker Foster Haynes, second from right, is pictured here with other members of Team USA. Haynes, along with his teammates, broke the world record for the 3-6-3 relay event.

Laurel stackers return from competition in Colorado The Stacking Bulldogs just returned from Denver Colorado yesterday where they competed at the 2009 WSSA World Sport Stacking Championships.

The team did very well taking home 22 medals, a few trophies and even a World Record!

Foster Haynes (Age 10) – Team USA Member – finished 5th in his division in the Cycle and 1st in his division in the 3-3-3. His time of 2.03 seconds in the 3-3-3 also earned him 5th overall in the entire world. His relay team which was made up of 4 team USA members earned 1st place in the Timed 3-6-3 Relay and they broke the World Record for their age division in this event (video verification will take place before record is official).

His relay team also finished first in

the Head to Head 3-6-3 relay beating the German team in their division two matches in a row after losing to them in the winners bracket of the double elimination tournament. They were second to the same German team in the Head to Head Cycle Relay.

Remy Haynes (Age 13) – Earned 7th place in his age division for the Cycle. This was Remy’s first time to the World Championships.

Sharon Hadder (Age 12) – Earned 10th place in her age division for the 3-6-3 and 10th place for the Cycle in her age division. Hadder has been to the last 3 World Championships and this is her first time making it to the finals and bringing home medals.

Quentin Wilkerson (Age 11) – Earned 7th place in his age division in

the 3-3-3 and 7th place in the 3-6-3 in his age division. It was his 2nd time going the the World Championships.

Hannah Lydic (Age 5) – Placed 10th in three events – 3-3-3, 3-6-3, and the Cycle. Hannah’s 3rd time going to the World Championships.

Sarah Lydic (Age 3) – Placed 4th in the 3-3-3 and 3-6-3 event in her age division. 1st time going to the World Championships.

Stacking Bulldogs Team 1 (ages 11) – (Quentin Wilkerson, Dylan Eskridge, Darrin Mills, and Zane Ball) – Placed 2nd in the Timed 3-6-3 in their age division. They may get 1st place as there is a chance that the team that beat them may be disqualified. The Stacking Bulldogs also finished 3rd in the Head to Head 3-6-3 relay event.

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MORNING STAR • APRIL 23 - 29, 2009

C.O.P.S to hold memorial ride on May 9 Some 150 law enforcement officers are killed in the line of duty every year — witness multiple officer deaths in Pennsylvania and California in recent weeks.

Family members and co-workers left to cope with the tragic losses have found help in the resources of Concerns for Police Survivors (C.O.P.S.), a group organized in 1984 which now includes more than 15,000 families.

To benefit the Delaware chapter of this organization and the Delaware Police Memorial Fund, a C.O.P.S. Memorial Ride will be held on May 9.

There will be two motorcycle convoys, one leaving the Harley Davidson lot on Route 13 in Seaford at 10 a.m. and the other leaving from Mike’s Famous Harley Davidson on Route 9 in New Castle, Del. They will converge at Little Creek Fire Hall and go as one group to the Green in

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Both groups will have a police escort.

No advanced registration is necessary.

Registration - which begins at 9 a.m. - is $25 per rider, and the first 175 to register will receive a free t-shirt.

There will be a short ceremony at the Green, including remarks from dignitaries and a reading of the names of fallen officers.

There will be refreshments available and entertainment by First State band, comprised of police officers.

Summers said there are 33 officers on the list from Delaware, all of whom died in the line of duty.

There are officers from Wilmington, New Castle County, Delaware River and Bay Authority, Ocean View, Dover - and one from Seaford.

Patrolman James Henry Hill of Sea-

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ford Police Department, on a hot day in 1970, had to fight a suspect to take him into custody. During the fight, Hill was struck in the chest.

The next morning he was directing traffic at DuPont when he suffered a heart attack and died.

It is thought that delayed trauma from the fight resulted in his death.

Shannon Fowler, sister-in-law of Chris Shea, the last trooper killed in the line of duty, is hoping to be able to participate in the ride.

A portion of the proceeds from the ride will go toward building a new fallen officers police memorial, honoring officers from all agencies, not just state police, explained Andrea Summers, community relations officer at Department Of Safety And Homeland Security (DSHS).

The hoped-for site is the destination of

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the memorial ride: the green near Legislative Hall, Summers said.

C.O.P.S. programs for survivors include the National Police Survivors’ Conference held each May during National Police Week; scholarships; peer-support at the national, state and local levels; “C.O.P.S. Kids” counseling reimbursement program; the “C.O.P.S. Kids” Summer Camp; “C.O.P.S. Teens” Outward Bound experience for young adults; special retreats for family members; trial and parole support; and other assistance programs.

Sponsors are still being sought to underwrite preparations and insurance for the event.

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Unsolicited deliveries being put on notice in town of Laurel

By Tony E. Windsor Laurel officials have approved the first reading of an amendment to municipal code that seeks to rid the town of unsolicited printed publications that are not delivered to the door step or secured to an exterior door handle.

During the Monday, April 20, meeting of Laurel Mayor and Council, Town Manager Bill Fasano presented Ordinance 2009-6, which he says seeks to help deal with issues of litter in the town. According to the Ordinance, “Litter has become an increasing problem within the Town and unsolicited printed materials have been observed to be a contributing factor.”

The amendment states, “unsolicited printed materials shall not be thrown, tossed or otherwise placed upon streets, sidewalks, walkways, lawns, landscapes areas, lawns, or any other location not specifically permitted by this section.

Unsolicited printed materials include free

newspapers, flyers, print advertisements, coupons, or any other printed material not specifically requested by a property owner or delivered via the US Postal Service or a private parcel delivery company.”

Councilman Don Phillips asked if this ordinance had been researched to assure it does not interfere with “Freedom of Speech,” or any rights regarding distribution of printed communication. Fasano said he worked very closely with the town’s attorney, James Wahler and the ordinance does not violate any constitutional rights regarding free speech or distribution of materials. According to language in the Ordinance’s Standards for the distribution of certain printed materials established, “Nothing in this section shall be construed to restrict or otherwise regulate the delivery of packages, parcels, or solicited, requested, and/or paid subscription newspapers, magazines, or other such printed material.”

Fasano said the Ordinance does not restrict the distribution of the materials, only how the materials are distributed.

“We are not saying these materials cannot be delivered, we are simply seeking to have them delivered in a way that does not promote littering in the community,” he said. Fasano said the Ordinance also makes it necessary for any deliveries that have piled up and produced multiple items to be cleared up before any new deliveries are made. “We are making no limitations on who can distribute materials.

He said that Ordinance 2009-6 is less stringent that the town has the ability to react to when it comes to controlling unsolicited printed materials.

“We are able to create a provision in this Ordinance that enlists a ‘Do Not Deliver’ registry, much like that being used by phone subscribers who do not wish to be approached by unsolicited telemarketers,” he said. “We could have this

type of registry and have residents sign up and not receive these deliveries. We decided that this was a little bit further than we wanted to go at this time. We feel in Ordinance 2009-6 we have a good first step.”

The Laurel Mayor and Council voted unanimously to approve the First Reading of the Ordinance. The Second and final reading is scheduled for the next council meeting on Monday, May 4. According to the Ordinance, “Any person, individual, partnership, corporation or association who violates any of the provisions of this article is guilty of a misdemeanor and, upon conviction, shall be punished by a fine of not less than ($50) nor more than one hundred dollars ($100) per occurrence.”

Fasano said that publishers who currently deliver unsolicited publications in the Laurel town limits will be notified by the town about the new Ordinance prior to enforcement.

Sussex County Emergency Medical Services held a groundbreaking ceremony Tuesday on the site of the future home to a new Paramedic Station 102 in Laurel.

The station, located at 11111 Sycamore

Road east of U.S.13 in Laurel, is the first facility designed from scratch and specifically built as an EMS Station. Members of the Sussex County Council, along with the leadership of the EMS Department,

attended the ceremony. Administrator David Baker said “The County Council and I commend the EMS and Engineering Departments for their quick and diligent work to start this very important project, one that promises both public safety and environmental benefits with ease of access to the U.S. 13 corridor and the use of green technology.”

Council President Vance Phillips said “Even in these tough economic times, the Sussex County Council believes that public safety is Priority I.” EMS Director

Glenn Luedtke said “We have worked closely with the County Engineering Department to design a facility that is energy efficient, and which blends in with the community. The end result is a station that is attractive, functional, and will meet our needs well into the future.”

The areas served by Medic 102 include Laurel, Gumboro, Delmar, Blades and Bethel. The unit, which is currently located in the Laurel Volunteer Fire Department station, responded to over 2,000 emergency incidents in 2008 .

Sussex County EMS holds groundbreaking for new station

County Council President Vance Phillips turns the first ground for the new Sussex County EMS building. With Phillips are county council members Sam Wilson, Biff Lee, Mike Vincent and Joan Deaver, County Administrator David Baker, Laurel Mayor John Shwed and Sussex County EMS Director Glen Luedtke. Photo by Pat Murphy

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Periodicals postage paid at Seaford, DE. Subscriptions are $19 a year in county; $24 a year in Kent and New Castle Counties, Delaware, Delmar, Sharptown and Federalsburg, Maryland; $29 elsewhere. Postmaster: Send address changes to Laurel Star, P.O. Box 1000, Seaford, DE 19973-1000.

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VOL. 13 NO. 38

THURSDAY, APRIL 23, 2009

News unsolicited - The Laurel Council has proposed an amendment to the town code preventing the delivery of unsolicited materials to residents.

Page 4 groundbreaking - A groundbreaking ceremony took pace on Tuesday for the new Sussex County EMS facility in Laurel. Page 4 c.o.P.s. - The Delaware chapter of C.O.P.S. will hold a memorial ride on May 9. Page 2

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After six month delay, Laurel set to borrow $2.5 million from Delaware

By Tony E. Windsor Back in September of last year, Laurel Councilman Don Phillips said that an opportunity to receive funds to pay for a major, much needed water improvement project was a “perfect

opportunity.” Now, over six months later his assessment has not changed, even though the project has remained stalled pending a move by the state to repair a glitch in the town’s codes regarding municipal borrowing author-

ity. At the time the laurel Mayor and Council approved borrowing $2.5 million from the State Office of Drinking Water to enhance the town’s water discontinued on page 5

tea Party - Protesters gathered in Janosik Park to rally against taxes and big government. page 14

Sports

little league - The Ross Brothers team rides through the Delmar Little League parade during last Saturday’s opening day ceremonies. The league, which plays its games in the Mason-Dixon complex in Delmar, Md., is in its 51st season.

See the sports section for more photos and game results. Photo by Mike McClure

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Laurel stacker Foster Haynes, second from right, is pictured here with other members of Team USA. Haynes, along with his teammates, broke the world record for the 3-6-3 relay event.

Laurel stackers return from competition in Colorado The Stacking Bulldogs just returned from Denver Colorado yesterday where they competed at the 2009 WSSA World Sport Stacking Championships.

The team did very well taking home 22 medals, a few trophies and even a World Record!

Foster Haynes (Age 10) – Team USA Member – finished 5th in his division in the Cycle and 1st in his division in the 3-3-3. His time of 2.03 seconds in the 3-3-3 also earned him 5th overall in the entire world. His relay team which was made up of 4 team USA members earned 1st place in the Timed 3-6-3 Relay and they broke the World Record for their age division in this event (video verification will take place before record is official).

His relay team also finished first in

the Head to Head 3-6-3 relay beating the German team in their division two matches in a row after losing to them in the winners bracket of the double elimination tournament. They were second to the same German team in the Head to Head Cycle Relay.

Remy Haynes (Age 13) – Earned 7th place in his age division for the Cycle. This was Remy’s first time to the World Championships.

Sharon Hadder (Age 12) – Earned 10th place in her age division for the 3-6-3 and 10th place for the Cycle in her age division. Hadder has been to the last 3 World Championships and this is her first time making it to the finals and bringing home medals.

Quentin Wilkerson (Age 11) – Earned 7th place in his age division in

the 3-3-3 and 7th place in the 3-6-3 in his age division. It was his 2nd time going the the World Championships.

Hannah Lydic (Age 5) – Placed 10th in three events – 3-3-3, 3-6-3, and the Cycle. Hannah’s 3rd time going to the World Championships.

Sarah Lydic (Age 3) – Placed 4th in the 3-3-3 and 3-6-3 event in her age division. 1st time going to the World Championships.

Stacking Bulldogs Team 1 (ages 11) – (Quentin Wilkerson, Dylan Eskridge, Darrin Mills, and Zane Ball) – Placed 2nd in the Timed 3-6-3 in their age division. They may get 1st place as there is a chance that the team that beat them may be disqualified. The Stacking Bulldogs also finished 3rd in the Head to Head 3-6-3 relay event.

MORNING STAR • ApRIl 23 - 29, 2009

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Unsolicited deliveries being put on notice in town of Laurel

By Tony E. Windsor Laurel officials have approved the first reading of an amendment to municipal code that seeks to rid the town of unsolicited printed publications that are not delivered to the door step or secured to an exterior door handle.

During the Monday, April 20, meeting of Laurel Mayor and Council, Town Manager Bill Fasano presented Ordinance 2009-6, which he says seeks to help deal with issues of litter in the town. According to the Ordinance, “Litter has become an increasing problem within the Town and unsolicited printed materials have been observed to be a contributing factor.”

The amendment states, “unsolicited printed materials shall not be thrown, tossed or otherwise placed upon streets, sidewalks, walkways, lawns, landscapes areas, lawns, or any other location not specifically permitted by this section.

Unsolicited printed materials include free

newspapers, flyers, print advertisements, coupons, or any other printed material not specifically requested by a property owner or delivered via the US Postal Service or a private parcel delivery company.”

Councilman Don Phillips asked if this ordinance had been researched to assure it does not interfere with “Freedom of Speech”, or any rights regarding distribution of printed communication. Fasano said he worked very closely with the town’s attorney, James Wahler and the ordinance does not violate any constitutional rights regarding free speech or distribution of materials. According to language in the Ordinance’s Standards for the distribution of certain printed materials established, “Nothing in this section shall be construed to restrict or otherwise regulate the delivery of packages, parcels, or solicited, requested, and/or paid subscription newspapers, magazines, or other such printed material.”

Fasano said the Ordinance does not restrict the distribution of the materials, only how the materials are distributed.

“We are not saying these materials cannot be delivered, we are simply seeking to have them delivered in a way that does not promote littering in the community,” he said. Fasano said the Ordinance also makes it necessary for any deliveries that have piled up and produced multiple items to be cleared up before any new deliveries are made. “We are making no limitations on who can distribute materials.

He said that Ordinance 2009-6 is less stringent that the town has the ability to react to when it comes to controlling unsolicited printed materials.

“We are able to create a provision in this Ordinance that enlists a ‘Do Not Deliver’ registry, much like that being used by phone subscribers who do not wish to be approached by unsolicited telemarketers,” he said. “We could have this

type of registry and have residents sign up and not receive these deliveries. We decided that this was a little bit further than we wanted to go at this time. We feel in Ordinance 2009-6 we have a good first step.”

The Laurel Mayor and Council voted unanimously to approve the First Reading of the Ordinance. The Second and final reading is scheduled for the next council meeting on Monday, May 4.According to the Ordinance, “Any person, individual, partnership, corporation or association who violates any of the provisions of this article is guilty of a misdemeanor and, upon conviction, shall be punished by a fine of not less than ($50) nor more than one hundred dollars ($100) per occurrence.”

Fasano said that publishers who currently deliver unsolicited publications in the Laurel town limits will be notified by the town about the new Ordinance prior to enforcement.

Sussex County Emergency Medical Services held a groundbreaking ceremony Tuesday on the site of the future home to a new Paramedic Station 102 in Laurel.

The station, located at 11111 Sycamore

Road east of U.S.13 in Laurel, is the first facility designed from scratch and specifically built as an EMS Station. Members of the Sussex County Council, along with the leadership of the EMS Department,

attended the ceremony. Administrator David Baker said “The County Council and I commend the EMS and Engineering Departments for their quick and diligent work to start this very important project, one that promises both public safety and environmental benefits with ease of access to the U.S. 13 corridor and the use of green technology.”

Council President Vance Phillips said “Even in these tough economic times, the Sussex County Council believes that public safety is Priority I.” EMS Director

Glenn Luedtke said “We have worked closely with the County Engineering Department to design a facility that is energy efficient, and which blends in with the community. The end result is a station that is attractive, functional, and will meet our needs well into the future .”

The areas served by Medic 102 include Laurel, Gumboro, Delmar, and Blades.

The unit, which is currently located in the Laurel Volunteer Fire Department station, responded to over 2,000 emergency incidents in 2008 .

Sussex County EMS holds groundbreaking for new station

County Council President Vance Phillips turns the first ground for the new Sussex County EMS building. With Phillips are county council members Sam Wilson, Biff Lee, Mike Vincent and Joan Deaver, County Administrator David Baker, laurel Mayor John Shwed and Sussex County EMS Director Glen Lvedtke.

Laurel Star Published by Morning Star Publications Inc.

951 Norman Eskridge Highway Seaford, DE 19973 (302) 629-9788 • Fax (302) 629-9243 The Laurel Star (USPS #016-427) is published weekly by Morning Star Publications Inc., 951 Norman Eskridge Highway, Seaford, DE 19973.

Periodicals postage paid at Seaford, DE. Subscriptions are $19 a year in county; $24 a year in Kent and New Castle Counties, Delaware, Delmar, Sharptown and Federalsburg, Maryland; $29 elsewhere. Postmaster: Send address changes to Laurel Star, P.O. Box 1000, Seaford, DE 19973-1000.

Star PlanningLaurel A Wedding?

Stop by the Norman The Laurel Star (USPS #016-427) is published weekEskridge Star office ly by Morning Star Publications Inc., 628 West Stein Highway Published by Morning Star Publications Inc. 628 West Stein Highway, Seaford, DE 19973 951 (302) 629-9788 • Fax (302) 629-9243

Highway, Seaford, DE 19973. Periodicals Seaford postage paid at 302 Seaford, DE. 629.9788 Subscriptions are $19 a year in county; $24 a year in Kent Pickand UpNew Castle Counties, Delaware, Delmar, Sharp-town and Federalsburg, Maryland; $29 elsewhere.

A FREE Postmaster: Send address changes to Laurel Star, P.O.

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MORNING STAR • ApRIl 23 - 29, 2009

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State of Delaware to loan Laurel $2.5 Million for water improvement project continued from page one

tribution system as Phase III of the 4th, 5th and 6th streets water improvement project.

This phase of work was necessary after a water distribution upgrade ran over-budget a few years ago and made it necessary to cut back on the amount of work that could be done at that time.

On Sept. 15, 2008 the Mayor and Council approved seeking the $2.5 million loan from the state to move forward with the project.

However, while researching the codes in preparation for borrowing the money a glitch was uncovered. Town Manager Bill Fasano announced that in one part of the town’s charter it states that the town many carry up to 50 percent of its total real estate value in debt service. At that time, Laurel’s real estate value was listed at about $36 million. Therefore the town would be able to carry up to $18 million in debt service. However, at that time, Fasano said in another section of the charter it states that the town can have no more than $5 million in aggregate debt service at any given time. “The charter is inconsistent. It is basically saying yes and no at the same time. This is a problem,” Fasano said. “The town already carries about $4.9 million in debt service. That makes it impossible to borrow the $2.5 million being offered by the state for water improvements.”

Fasano suggested that the town contact its state legislators, Sen. Bob Venables and Rep. Biff Lee and seek to have an amendment to the town charter to allow the town to carry 50 percent of its real estate value

or no more than $15 million in aggregate debt service. “I feel that by setting a debt service ceiling of $15 million, when we are entitled to $18 million by our current charter, is a way of sending a message to our taxpayers that we want to be fiscally responsible,” Fasano said.

At the time the town was seeking to have the legislature address a change in the charter, the body was out of session until January 2009, so no action came on the charter amendment before that time.

However, the Delaware Office of Drinking Water said that as long as the town was moving in the direction of getting the charter issue resolved, the money would be made available.

On March 26, Governor Jack Markell signed a Laurel Town Charter amendment that now allows the town to borrow up to $15 million, clearing the way for borrowing the $2.5 million and moving forward with the 4th, 5th and 6th street water improvements. The loan will also enable the town to do water main improvements along West Street. The West Street phase, according to Public Works Supervisor, Woody Vickers, will upgrade the infrastructure West Street along Delaware 24.

He said the project will enable the town to increase the size of the water mains to produce much needed increases in water flow. Along with helping gain better water pressure in homes and businesses in that area, the enhancements will also enable the Laurel Volunteer Fire Department to have access to higher water pressure in the event of an emergency.

Calling this a benefit to Laurel public safety and a boost to some residential

and commercial water pressure, Town Manager Bill Fasano said the town will have 30 years to repay the $2.5 million loan and the first five years are payment free as a means to help build a surplus of funds. It is the concept of the Laurel Finance Committee, chaired by Councilman Don Phillips, to use the five years to set aside money each year and then work to “pay down” the loan in a way that will save the town significantly over the next two to three decades.

“We often hear of the term, ‘the perfect storm,’ well this is the ‘perfect opportunity,’” he said. “Laurel is being offered a no interest loan from the state. That is as close as you can get to a grant. Other communities are getting infrastructure money from the state with an interest rate as much as four percent.”

Phillip said considering a four percent interest rate, like many municipalities are paying on these same type loans, Laurel is saving over $1.7 million dollars over the life of the loan. “This is like getting a 45 to 50 percent matching grant from the state,” he said. “At the end of the day we are essentially paying back half the amount of money other communities have to pay.”

Fasano has recommended that the mayor and Council authorize his office to reserve no less than $40,000 per fiscal year between 2010 and 2014 in order to accumulate a reserve account of $200,000.

“This can be comfortably achieved through the reservation of a portion of the typical transfer taxes and sewer impact fees realized by the Town each fiscal year,” he said. “Both of these revenues are already placed in reserve, so no impact to the

Town’s operating budget is expected.”

Phillips has said back in September that the amount being put toward the loan over the next five years will be determined each year during the formulating of the town’s operating budget. He said by putting as much as possible toward the first payment, the loan could feasibly be paid off earlier than 30 years. “The more we can pay right at the beginning will make a huge amount of difference in the end,” he said. “For every dollar the town puts right up front, we can save three dollars over the 30 years. Every $15,000 dollars we pay up front can take $50,000 off the end. We could actually pay this loan off as much as five years early.”

According to a schedule developed by laurel’s engineering from of George, Miles and Buhr, LLC, the 4th, 5th and 6th street project could start as early as September 2009 and be completed by mid-January 2010. The West Street project could start as early as October 2009 and be completed

by February 2010. During these construction projects, traffic will be impacted and the public will be alerted to all change in traffic patterns.

correction

On page 56 of last week’s Laurel Star, the name of the girl in the top right photo was incorrect. Her correct name is Laina Everett. Also in the volunteers picture on the same page, Rodney Hearn was identified incorrectly as Rodney Hearn.

On page 1, the woman identified asLecatesMyrna Marine should have been identified as Myrna Downes-Marine. We apologize for the errors.

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MORNING STAR • APRIL 23 - 29, 2009

Business Former Invista worker opens a new store, Woodland Furniture

By Lynn R. Parks

When Bill Miller was laid off Feb. 6 from the Invista nylon plant in Seaford, it wasn’t just that his salary stopped. Suddenly, he had to pay the full cost of medical insurance for his family.

“I had to start paying three times what I was paying before,” said Miller, 57, who lives near Woodland.

Miller started work at the nylon plant in 1969, when it was owned by the DuPont Co. When the plant was sold to Koch Industries, he retired from DuPont — at a reduced pension because he was only 52 — and the next day went to work for Koch. He was the plant’s field contractor administrator, in charge of all contractors at the plant.

This winter, he was caught up in the massive layoff at the plant, in which 80 percent of the 500 employees there lost their jobs. Koch has said that the layoffs were necessary in order to keep the plant open at all.

Now, his DuPont reduced pension “is what I get,” Miller said. That, and a severance package from Koch that will run out in August.

His financial future is uncertain.

But while Miller isn’t ready to say that his layoff was a good thing, it has enabled him to do something that he always wanted to do. On March 28, he and his wife, Wanda, opened a used furniture store.

Woodland Furniture is located on Norman Eskridge Highway, in front of the Nanticoke Little League park. In it, Miller sells glass collectibles, including carnival, Depression and Fenton glass, as well as furniture, much of which he picks up at auctions.

His specialty, he said, is “shabby chic” furniture, pieces in need of some repair that he sands, paints and distresses to make them look old.

“We sell quality stuff,” he said. “If I buy junk, I paint it and make it look better.”

So far, he said, business is good. In the

three weeks that he has been open, he has sold about half of the inventory that he started out with. Soon, he will start selling Symbol mattresses, from a company in Richmond, Va. “The whole thing is to get people in here,” he said. “Once people come in and know about us, they will buy. We are in a good location.”

Toward that end, Miller has bought some advertising. He has also invested in several brightly-colored flags to call passers-by into the store. He is looking forward to the start of Little League season, when hundreds of people will pass by his store on their way to the fields.

He has no employees — Wanda and their two adult sons, Steve and Brandon, help out — and is drawing no salary from the store, instead putting everything he makes into inventory. He hopes that by August, when his severance pay from Koch is up, he can start giving himself a paycheck.

“I am looking at this to support my family,” he said.

Eventually, he said, he would like to have a larger place and maybe a couple of employees, so that he could spend his time buying and painting furniture.

Miller admits that there have been times that he has wondered if the business would succeed. “A couple of days here, I have really scratched my head and wondered if this would work out,” he said.

“But my family has picked me up.”

And despite the financial insecurity, he said that he is enjoying himself and the freedom that comes with not having to go into the factory every day.

“I have more time to spend with my family,” he said. “This is what I really like doing and I think that it will take off.”

For your information Woodland Furniture is located at 1001 Norman Eskridge Highway, Seaford. The store is open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Saturday. For details, call 6298777.

Photographer seeks ambassadors

Photography by Lloydlee Heite in Bridgeville needs new senior ambassadors who graduate with the Class of 2010.

Senior ambassadors are soon-to-be seniors who will have their senior portraits taken by Photography by Lloydlee Heite.

Ambassadors will represent Photography

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The more friends you refer to Photography by Lloydlee Heite, the more you save on your portrait order.

To fill out an application, visit www. lloydlee.com. For more information, call the studio at 302-337-8545.

All members of the Miller family help out in the newly-opened Woodland Furniture. From left: father Bill, son Steve, mother Wanda and son Brandon. Photo by Lynn R. Parks.

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MORNING STAR • APRIL 23 - 29, 2009

Business Former Invista worker opens a new store, Woodland Furniture

By Lynn R. Parks

When Bill Miller was laid off Feb. 6 from the Invista nylon plant in Seaford, it wasn’t just that his salary stopped. Suddenly, he had to pay the full cost of medical insurance for his family.

“I had to start paying three times what I was paying before,” said Miller, 57, who lives near Woodland.

Miller started work at the nylon plant in 1969, when it was owned by the DuPont Co. When the plant was sold to Koch Industries, he retired from DuPont — at a reduced pension because he was only 52 — and the next day went to work for Koch. He was the plant’s field contractor administrator, in charge of all contractors at the plant.

This winter, he was caught up in the massive layoff at the plant, in which 80 percent of the 500 employees there lost their jobs. Koch has said that the layoffs were necessary in order to keep the plant open at all.

Now, his DuPont reduced pension “is what I get,” Miller said. That, and a severance package from Koch that will run out in August.

His financial future is uncertain.

But while Miller isn’t ready to say that his layoff was a good thing, it has enabled him to do something that he always wanted to do. On March 28, he and his wife, Wanda, opened a used furniture store.

Woodland Furniture is located on Norman Eskridge Highway, in front of the Nanticoke Little League park. In it, Miller sells glass collectibles, including carnival, Depression and Fenton glass, as well as furniture, much of which he picks up at auctions.

His specialty, he said, is “shabby chic” furniture, pieces in need of some repair that he sands, paints and distresses to make them look old.

“We sell quality stuff,” he said. “If I buy junk, I paint it and make it look better.”

So far, he said, business is good. In the

three weeks that he has been open, he has sold about half of the inventory that he started out with. Soon, he will start selling Symbol mattresses, from a company in Richmond, Va. “The whole thing is to get people in here,” he said. “Once people come in and know about us, they will buy. We are in a good location.”

Toward that end, Miller has bought some advertising. He has also invested in several brightly-colored flags to call passers-by into the store. He is looking forward to the start of Little League season, when hundreds of people will pass by his store on their way to the fields.

He has no employees — Wanda and their two adult sons, Steve and Brandon, help out — and is drawing no salary from the store, instead putting everything he makes into inventory. He hopes that by August, when his severance pay from Koch is up, he can start giving himself a paycheck.

“I am looking at this to support my family,” he said.

Eventually, he said, he would like to have a larger place and maybe a couple of employees, so that he could spend his time buying and painting furniture.

Miller admits that there have been times that he has wondered if the business would succeed. “A couple of days here, I have really scratched my head and wondered if this would work out,” he said.

“But my family has picked me up.”

And despite the financial insecurity, he said that he is enjoying himself and the freedom that comes with not having to go into the factory every day.

“I have more time to spend with my family,” he said. “This is what I really like doing and I think that it will take off.”

For your information Woodland Furniture is located at 1001 Norman Eskridge Highway, Seaford. The store is open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Saturday. For details, call 6298777.

Photographer seeks ambassadors

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To fill out an application, visit www. lloydlee.com. For more information, call the studio at 302-337-8545.

All members of the Miller family help out in the newly-opened Woodland Furniture. From left: father Bill, son Steve, mother Wanda and son Brandon. Photo by Lynn R. Parks.

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MORNING STAR • APRIL 23 - 29, 2009

DMV to install new card system to comply with nation’s ID Act ognizable change for DMV customers will be their photograph being taken at the very beginning of the application process.

Customer service will become more individualized because one DMV employee will stay with a single individual throughout the entire transaction.

Also, the new system will include enhanced facial recognition technology in order to protect Delaware residents from identity theft. The system will compare the applicant’s current photograph with the

division’s entire photograph database to ensure the applicant does not have a driver license/identification card in another name and to ensure the individual is not trying to commit identity theft.

Another noticeable change is the documents that will be required of an applicant in order to initially obtain the new secure credential. In order to obtain a new secure driver license/identification card, applicants will be required to provide source documents (e.g. birth certificate, passport,

Insight Homes wins Regal Award Insight Homes in Bridgeville has been awarded the prestigious Regal Award for “Best Built Green Home in Delaware” by the Home Builders Association of Delaware. Rob Lisle, president of Insight Homes, credits the Insight Homes team for their dedication to excellence and quality of service.

This award acknowledged that the Elaine IV model home displayed the best energy efficient features while exhibiting extraordinary upgrades at a fair price.

This home is guaranteed to score within the top 1% of energy efficient homes in the nation while also garnering the American Lung Association Health House certification and the approval of the Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Department of Energy.

The Elaine IV and other homes offered by Insight Homes can be viewed online at www.ItsJustaBetterHouse.com. For more information, call Insight Homes at 302-337-9610.

Builder earns green certification

Steve Tull recently earned the “Certified Green Professional” designation with the National Association of Home Builders.

This designation recognizes building professionals who incorporate green building principles into homes – without driving up the cost of construction.

The “Certified Green Professional” designation requires building industry experience, completion of the required courses, adherence to a strict code of ethics, and must meet the continuing education requirements.

To reach Steve, call 628-5232.

CFM names top producers

Kathy Farnell, vice president of Callaway, Farnell and Moore Real Estate, announces that Realtors Randy Hill and Bev Blades were the firm’s Top Producers for March. Randy ranked first in property listings, and Bev was the Top Selling Agent for the month.

Both realtors can be reached at the firm’s main office on Stein Highway at 629-4514

Goodwill offers free safety training

Through a grant provided to Goodwill International by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Goodwill of Delaware and Delaware County is providing a free, five-part safety and health training program to small and mid-sized businesses in Delaware and Maryland.

The training program, offered in-person or online, enables participating companies to develop a safety health management system to protect employees and customers of their business or nonprofit organization.

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Extension office offers produce demonstrations in supermarkets

People say they want to eat better but from the looks of many shopping carts, those good intentions are all but forgotten at the grocery store. Which is why University of Delaware Cooperative Extension is now presenting produce demonstrations at area supermarkets.

“We want to catch consumers at that critical moment, when they are at the store making their food-buying decisions, says Dr. Sue Snider, Cooperative Extension specialist for food and nutrition. “If we can give them quick and easy recipes for common fruits and vegetables, and offer them a sample of some of these recipes, they are more likely to put produce into their own grocery cart.”

Research indicates that fruits and vegetables provide protection against obesity, heart disease, Type 2 diabetes, hypertension and certain cancers. Produce is also low in calories (with the exception of avocado) and full of vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and fiber. Each month, a different fruit or vegetable is highlighted by the EFNEP (Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program) nutritional assistants who conduct the in-store demonstrations.

The demonstrations are complemented by nutrition fact sheets, recipes and free samples. The program began in January.

“The recipes, while fast and easy, are also creative and taste-tempting,” says Snider. “I have yet to find anyone who

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doesn’t enjoy the Asian slaw, made with fresh Chinese cabbage, which was handed out as a sample in March.”

The banana, a ho-hum staple of many lunchboxes, was shown off in a new light with recipes for banana popsicles, breakfast shake and pancakes. And speaking of pancakes, have you ever tried broccoli pancakes? Snider insists that they are delicious, though those with more conventional taste buds may opt for the broccoli baked potato recipe. The in-store demonstrations also work to combat misperceptions about produce, such as their cost relative to other foods.

“If you buy strawberries in the middle of winter then, yes, you will be spending

a lot for produce,” says Snider. “But if you buy wisely, fruits and vegetables can be a very reasonable portion of your food budget.”

She says that consumers should buy fruits and vegetables in season, when the quality is generally better and the prices are lower. Look for sales, and consider storage periods when buying. For example, citrus fruits can be stored at home for 21 days, on average, while fresh greens, such as kale, spinach and collards, are only good for 3 to 5 days. To find out an instore demonstration at a store near you, call 831-1327. For more information visit http://ag.udel.edu/extension/fnutri/index. php.

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MORNING STAR • ApRIl 23 - 29, 2009

Real estate auction nets five potential buyers

By Lynn R. Parks At the conclusion of Saturday’s real estate auction sponsored by Home Team Realty Auction Services in Seaford, five of the 17 properties that were up for sale had pending contracts on them.

It is likely, said Home Team co-owner Rob Harman, that not all of those pending contracts will in the end result in a final sale.

But despite that, Harman, who was auctioneer for the sale, said Monday that the auction was a success.

“It attracted 10 or 11 interested buyers,” he said. “What other real estate company in the area can say that it had 10 or 11 qualified buyers in the office on Saturday? I’ll bet none.”

He said that his real estate office will follow up with those buyers. “My bet is that a couple more contracts will come from the information we have gathered,” he added.

Harman said that the auction, held at the Home Team office, was in response to a slowed real estate market, in which “there is no guarantee when things will sell.”

The properties that were pooled for the sale were listed properties for which “timing was an issue.”

Many of them were in some stage of foreclosure discussions with banks, he added.

“This auction was a pretty involved thing to do,” Harman said. “We have put in four or five months of talking with sellers and banks, putting it all together.”

The company also spent about $5,000 on advertising the sale.

“An auction to market an individual property is pretty expensive, and not worth it unless the property is very valuable,” he said. “With assembled multiple properties, we used one big advertising pool.”

Among the properties offered in the sale was the commer-

cial building at 327 High St. in downtown Seaford, advertised as a “great investment opportunity with endless possibilities.”

At the end of the auction, the 8,300-square foot building still did not have a buyer.

“But I am kind of hopeful,” Harman said. “The building still needs a lot of work and the owner is overextended, but I still

think something could happen.”

Hammering out a deal “will take some creative work,” he added.

And of course, all that work could be for nothing, meaning no compensation for the real estate agent. “We get commission only when there is settlement,” Harman said. In some cases, he added, the agent’s commission

ends up being sacrificed as part of what it takes to finalize the deal.

Harman said that he hopes that his real estate company doesn’t have to put together another such auction.

“I just hope that the economy turns around and we won’t have to work this hard any more,” he said.

‘Parking Lot Tour’ for kids at Seaford Grotto’s

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.

Upcoming locations for the “Parking Lot Tour to Send a Kid to Camp” include: Grotto’s Pizza on U.S. 13 in Seaford: Thursday May 14, and Friday, May 22, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. each day.

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.

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.

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MORNING STAR • ApRIl 23 - 29, 2009

‘Tribute Dinner’ recognizes Dukes’ 20 years of service

By Tony E. Windsor

Having given over 20-years service to the people of Sussex County, former Sussex County Council President Dale Dukes will be the guest of honor at a special tribute dinner being held on May 9.

Johnny Janosik Charity Events is sponsoring the tribute dinner at the Johnny Janosik World of Furniture 2nd floor conference center.

Dukes graduated from Laurel High School in 1958 and after marrying, took a job with Southern States in Seaford at a rate of $1.38 an hour; good money at the time, he says. He was then told he would start having to do shift work. He was disappointed to learn that he would not be paid anything additional for this new job responsibility.

His father, Silas Dukes, offered him a job working for him at his Laurel construction business and said he would pay him $1.50 an hour, an offer he could not refuse. His father was a farmer, but during the winter months took on carpentry and construction work as a contractor.

In order to store the needed lumber for the family carpentry and construction business, Silas Dukes built a small lumber storage building. In 1962 he told his sons that it would probably be wise to obtain a retailer license from the county to as-

sure they were operating in compliance with any regulations. It was almost 10 years before the Dukes Lumber Company became a bonefide retailer, but the family also continued the construction business as well.

Ross Dukes, Dale’s brother, worked with their father in the construction business. Dale Dukes left the construction side of the business in the mid-1970s and went to work in the retail operation.

Silas Dukes retired from the business in 1978 and Ross Dukes maintained the construction business until 1997. After that, Dukes Lumber Company went solely retail as it operates today.

It was in 1987 as longtime Sussex County Councilman Oliver Hill decided to retire that someone called Dale Dukes and asked if he would consider running for Hill’s seat on the county council.

“I told them that I wasn’t even sure what the county council did,” he said.

“So, I started attending council meetings and went to meetings for a year.

Watching the council discussing the issues and then voting, I was confident this was something I could definitely do. It seemed pretty easy to me.”

Dukes said he recalls the first day as newly elected county councilman he approached the intersection of Delaware 9 and US 113 on his way to a council meet-

ing. He started asking himself, “What have I gotten myself into.” He admits now that sitting on the other side of the council table is a lot harder than it appears to be from a seat in the chamber audience.

In a recent interview with Morning Star Publications, Dukes said when he came to the county in the 1980s there was no money in the employees’ pension fund.

By 1990, the pension fund grew to $2.2 million. Today there is $44 million in the fund.

“In 1990 the county had nothing in the post-retirement fund,” he said. “Today we have $14 million dollars in that fund. So, in the last 20 years our retirement accounts have grown from nothing to $68 million.”

Other issues that he said the Sussex County Council has accomplished in his tenure include: • Earmarking 3,100 acres of land to be permanently maintained as “open space” and managed by the Sussex County Land Trust; • Closing negotiations with the state of Delaware which will trade county-owned land for state-owned land which is targeted be used for a spoil site to begin the dredging of the Nanticoke River in the immediate future; • Appropriating a total of $1.6 million a year for all Sussex County fire departments;

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• Appropriating $25,000 annually to each of the county’s 21 municipalities; • Enhancing paramedic service from no EMS personnel in the 1980s, to seven emergency medical services (EMS) stations serving the entire county; • Contracting with the Delaware State Police to pay for state police officer to patrol Sussex County roads. This project started with about four to eight officers and has since grown to 40 state police officers covering the county at a cost of about $1.6 million.

• Investing $280 million for sewer and waste water infrastructure upgrades; • Enhancing the county’s workforce from 180 employees and a budget of $12.8 million to today’s 600 employees and a budget of $142 million.

• No property tax increase to county residents for 19 years.

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The legislation primary care to setting. provide the same panies to refuse to renew hometheme this year is Healthy ComPreviously, she served the protection afforded by theindisowner insurance for policyholdmunities Start with You. U.S. Department of Health and puted regulation. ers who make claims against Karyl Thomas Rattay, MD, Human Services as the Officer of “We will fight on every availtheir policies, or even ask quesMS, innovator of the 5-2-1-AlDisease Prevention and Health tions about doing so. Recently, a able front to protect homeownmost None program, will be Promotion. Dr. Rattay was the ers fromtoabusive practices by the Delaware Superior the keynote speaker.Court She isjudge a advisor the Assistant Secreinsurance industry,” Commisruled in favor of two insurance Pediatric Preventive Medicine tary of Health and the Surgeon Denn said. relating to industry in a lawsuit Physiciangroups at Nemours Health and sioner General on matters State Sen.and David Sokola, a seeking to overturn DePrevention Services ain2005 Newark, overweight obesity, physical of the Senate specifically Insurance partment Delaware.of Insurance regulation member activity and nutrition, Committee, will be the chief banning the practice of non-responsor of the legislation to be newing homeowners insurance Del Tech exhibit introduced on Jan. 8. policies as ahosts resultart of making The 19th annual Statewide Senior Art“ItExhibit begins on Monday, is completely unfair for claims.

April 27 at Delaware Technical & Community College, Owens CamThe regulation also prohibited insurance companies to punish pus. homeowners for making routine insurers from treating simple Amateur andpolicyholders professional artists yearsagainst of age and are inclaims theirolder homeowners questions from as 50 vited to The submit up to had two argued pieces of artwork in theSen. following insurance,” Sokolacategories: said. claims. insurers oil, watercolor, pastels, photography, sculpture “I am disappointed that the in court that theacrylics, Insurance De- charcoal, (metal or did stone), woodcarving, ceramics and court has prevented the Insurpartment not pottery, have thestained au- glass, “other.” ance Department from prohibitthority to take such actions by practice, and I Center hope the regulation.

Commissioner Denn to ing Seniors can bring their artwork the this Carter Partnership on Monday, April 20 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

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The event will culminate with a luncheon and awards presentation from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on June 4.

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Griffin N. Councilman Porter Street.Dale Okonowicz is the author of more than 20 bookswill on of Laurel heldfolklore the council presiserve the elected body’s mid-Atlantic and oral history.

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Vincent G. with Robertson andthe Learn about this region’s historical association food and As president Jones will preRichard E. Berl Jr. also were personal heritage and regional influences associated with what we seeat. side all council meetings in lected for one-year re-appointWithover photographs, stories and informal audience discussion, learn how 2008, with Rogers substituting mentslegends as assistant county attorfolklore is much more than ghost stories, and folktales. if Jones is unable to attend. neys, with Robertson to serve The program, sponsored by the Friends of the Seaford District It is customary for the counthe Planning & Zoning ComLibrary, will be preceded by a short business meeting, a brief update cil, at the first meeting of each mission and Berl to serve the on the newtolibrary, and is open to theBoard public.

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MORNING STAR • APRIL 23 - 29, 2009

Many gather for anti-tax rally held in Janosik Park

By Lynn R. Parks In cold, driving rain, about 150 people attended an anti-tax rally in Laurel last week, part of a nationwide protest of taxes and government spending.

The rally in Janosik Park, one of five in Delaware and hundreds across the country, was held on April 15, the deadline for Americans to file their federal tax returns.

“We are tired of giving our money away to people who don’t deserve it,” said Mike Lowrey, Laurel, who was huddled under a large black umbrella with his nephew David Lowrey, 14. “Our government is too big.”

Lowrey was carrying a sign that quoted Thomas Jefferson: “Government big enough to give you everything is strong enough to take everything you have.”

His nephew’s sign, which read in part, “I’m 14 and in debt for life,” had a string of coins taped to it, a reference to President Obama’s campaign promise of “change.”

“Keep your ‘change,’” it read.

“Everyone in government is too cozy and too friendly with lobbyists,” said Buzz Lowrey, Mike’s father and also a protestor. “What’s wrong with that picture? The inmates are running the asylum.”

Several people there were critical of

the federal bailout of financial institutions, or TARP, as well as of the federal economic stimulus package. “TARP equals $750 billion,” one sign read.

“Stimulus equals $875 billion. 2009 deficit equals $1.75 trillion.”

John Harney, Delmar, holding an umbrella, stood outside a tent that was set up in the park and listened to the speakers.

He said that while he is not sure that the stimulus was not necessary to spur the economy, he is concerned about its price tag.

“I just think that it goes a little too far,” he said. “Congress is spending our children’s, our grandchildren’s and even our great-grandchildren’s money at a scary rate, with not one regard for how we will be able to repay it.”

There was much more to the Laurel rally than taxes, though.

“This goes far beyond taxes,” said Buzz Lowrey. “This is about freedom and liberty. Our personal liberty is what made this country the greatest country in the world and it is threatened today.”

“We have to keep the rights that our forefathers fought for,” added Bunk Naugle, Delmar. For example, he added, “our right to bear arms.”

Several people there carried signs proclaiming a right to own guns. “I’ll keep my freedom, my guns and my money,” one sign read.

David Lowrey, 14, and his uncle Mike Lowrey, both from Laurel, huddle under an umbrella at the anti-tax rally held last week in Janosik Park in Laurel. About 150 people attended the rally, held during a cold, driving rain. Photo by Lynn R. Parks

Many in the crowd also criticized the Obama administration for what they said is a drift toward socialism. Speaker Shaun Sisk, Millsboro, said that President Obama wants to equalize wealth, taking money from the rich and giving it to the

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And he urged “patriots” to join in the fight against socialism.

“How long has it been since we rose up our hands to heaven as a nation?” he asked.

Chris Shirey, who organized the Laurel rally, told the crowd that she is “outraged” by recent politics.

“Do you remember after 9/11, when we all came together as a nation?” she asked. “That was great. But then, the political parties started driving us apart. We have to come together again.”

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Protestors stand in the rain as part of an anti-tax rally held last week in Janosik Park in Laurel. Photo by Lynn R Parks

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302.628.5622 or 800.775.4593 or by email to jmacinta@pumh.org

The crowd listens to Shaun Sisk, Millsboro, who cautioned that the United States has to battle “the enemy within.” Photo by Lynn R. Parks

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MORNING STAR • APRIL 23 - 29, 2009

Community Bulletin Board Benefit pancake breakfast May 2

Seaford-walk/run

A pancake breakfast at Applebee’s in Seaford will be held on Saturday, May 2, from 8 to 10 a.m., Cost is $5 per person.

All proceeds benefit Safe Haven Animal Sanctuary of Sussex County — a no-kill shelter. For more information contact Christy at 302-253-1181.

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

Blades Fire Hall breakfast

Class of 2011 fund raiser

There will be an all-you-can-eat breakfast buffet, at the Blades Fire Hall, located at the corner of Fifth and Cannon streets in Blades, Sunday, May 3, from 8 till 11 a.m. Cost is adults $7, children 12 and under, $3. Sponsored by the Blades Volunteer Firemen and Ladies Auxiliary of the Blades Fire Company. For more information call Jewell Chaffinch at 629-6904.

Relay for Life Yard Sale

Delaware National Bank will be holding a yard sale on April 25 from 8 a.m. to noon at our Seaford branch located next to Burger King on Rt. 13. We will have various items including clothes, books and toys. All proceeds will benefit Relay for Life.

Benefit pancake breakfast

A pancake breakfast at Applebee’s in Seaford will be held on Saturday, April 25, from 8 to 10 a.m. Cost is $5 per person.

A carwash to follow from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Subway in Seaford - $5 for carwash. All proceeds to benefit Sussex Slammers, 12U Travel Baseball. For more information contact Darrel at 302-2492418.

Seaford Elks serving dinner

On Saturday, April 25, the Seaford Elks 2458 will hold a meatloaf dinner in Elks Hall on Elks Road, Seaford. Serving starts at 6 p.m. Meal includes meatloaf, mashed potatoes and gravy, vegetable, macaroni and cheese, rolls and a desert.

Cost is $9, children under age 10 are free.

Fitness classes

Come join us in fitness classes - Monday-Wednesday-Friday at 9 a.m.; Tuesday and Thursday at 5:30 p.m. We start a six-week session the week of April 27 and meet in St. John’s United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall in Seaford (Sponsored by St. John’s but open to the public). Beginners to intermediate participants are welcome in this fun, faith-filled, co-ed, non-competitive, resistance training, stretching, high/low aerobic class. Get your Dr.’s OK and come try a free one to see if it meets your needs. Only a 6-8 week commitment at a time required. For more information or to register call 23year AFAA certified fitness professional, Carol Lynch at 629-7539.

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.

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.

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.

The event is free and open to the public. For more information, call 629-7706.

Benefit car wash planned

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.

Seaford Library

• Action-packed suspense and intrigue await you at the Seaford District Library.

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 Seaford Library Board meeting on Tuesday, April 28, 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 story time date. Call the library for details.

• The Seaford District Library has joined IHOP 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.

• The “Science and Religion” book discussion will meet on Monday, May 18, at 6 p.m. For more information, call 6292524.

• “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. Okonowicz, who is the author of more than 20 books on mid-Atlantic folklore and oral history, teaches folklore at the University of Delaware.

• The Friends of the Seaford Library Indoor Yard, Book, Plant, and Bake Sale will take place Saturday, May 16 from 7 a.m. to noon at the Seaford District Library. If you have items, books or plants to donate, they may be left anytime starting Wednesday, May 13. No clothing will be accepted. Proceeds will help fund educational programs at the library. For more information, call the library at 629-2524.

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.

‘Foods for Thought’ seminar

“Foods for Thought” seminar, presenting the latest research on how nutrition affects mood, memory, learning and behavior will be held April 28, 30 and May 5 and 7, on Tuesday and Thursday evenings at 6 p.m. An opportunity to mingle and taste delicious healthy foods and participate in interactive break-out sessions each evening.

A seminar workbook, including healthy recipes, will be available for $20. This free health seminar is being hosted by the Seaford Seventh-day Adventist Church. Seating is limited so register early. For further information or to make reservations visit www.lifestylematters.net, or call 875-3743 to register with Delta Nichols.

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.

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

An evening of action–packed suspense and intrigue awaits on Wednesday, April 29 at 7 p.m. at the Laurel Library 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 information, email normajean.fowler@lib.de.us or call 875-3184.

Charity car wash

Christ United Methodist Church of Laurel will hold a charity car wash and

MORNING STAR • APRIL 23 - 29, 2009 dog sale to benefit the church and its softball team at 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.

All You Can Eat Breakfast

Cub Scout Pack 90 of Laurel will hold an “All You Can Eat Breakfast” on Saturday, April 25 from 8 a.m. to noon at Centenary United Methodist Church in Laurel. For $5, you get sausage, pancakes, eggs, juice, coffee or water. Come out and support the Pack 90 Cub Scouts of Laurel.

If you can’t stay for breakfast, you can always drop off a monetary donation to support the troop.

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.

Clean-up week

The Town of Laurel will be holding a cleanup week for town residents, beginning on 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. For additional information, contact the Chamber of Commerce office at 875-9319, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Monday through Friday.

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Tickets, at $15, are available from any rotary member. Proceeds benefit rotary’s local school and community service projects. For information, call 629-5500 or 398-5194.

Loyalty Day

The Greenwood Memorial VFW Auxiliary Post 7478 announces the theme for Loyalty Day, Friday, May 1, at 7 p.m. It is “Celebrate with Our Young Patriots,” and it will be held at the Greenwood Fire Hall.

The featured event will be an on site coloring contest for children 6 through 9 years of age. Each contestant will be given the same patriotic coloring page to color on site at the fire hall. Contestants must bring their own crayons or colored pencils to use as none will be provided.

Further directions will be given at the contest. Three teen judges who have done volunteer work for the Ladies Auxiliary of Post 7478 in 2008-2009 will judge that evening and award three cash prizes: first place, $25; second place, $15; and third place, $10. Other awards will be given to youth who have participated in patriotic events during the auxiliary year. For more information contact Michaele Russell, president, at 349-4220.

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

American Legion Auxiliary

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

Laurel Team Gump fundraiser

Laurel Fire Department Team Gump is holding a Texas Chow Down, and fixing to raise some dollars for the Leukemia & Lympoma Society (Fighting Blood Cancers), at the Texas Roadhouse, 107 East Cedar Lane, Fruitland, Md., Sunday, April 26. Eating is from noon till 10 p.m. For more information contact 302-236-7944, or see www.thehenhousede.com or email: info@thehenhousede.com.

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.

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.

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.

Laurel Chamber seeks food vendors Laurel Chamber of Commerce is accepting applications for food vendors for its 4th of July celebration.

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.

Pig Pickin’

Great food and good music will be at the center of the 4th Annual Pig Pickin’ presented by the Harrington-GreenwoodFelton Rotary Club, Friday, May 1. The event will be held from 6:30 until 10 p.m., at Robbins Paradise Farm on Paradise Alley Road, Harrington.

Local realtor and musician Dave Kenton, along with Pink Grass, will entertain as guests arrive. Guitarist Jay Hoad will provide music throughout the evening.

Good eats will also take center stage at the Pig Pickin’. They include roast pork with all the fixings and deep fried turkey.

Silent and live auctions and fun and games will round out the evening.

Library at 349-5309.

Beginning computer classes

Visit the Greenwood Public Library every Wednesday afternoon from 3 to 4 p.m. and learn the basics of a mouse and keyboard in a relaxed atmosphere. Registration is required, so call 349-5309 or come by the library to sign up.

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

Community-wide yard sale

The Town of Bridgeville hosts a community-wide yard sale on Saturday, May 2, from 7 a.m. until ?. You will find great bargains at many homes throughout the town. Be sure to put Bridgeville on your list of yard sale stops on May 2.

Clean-up day

Bridgeville will hold a neighborhood clean-up day on Saturday, May 9. All

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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.

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 dinner

The Delmar Chorus Boosters will hold an all-you-can-eat beef and dumpling dinner on Sunday, May 3, from 1 to 4 p.m., at the Delmar VFW. Tickets are $10 and are available from any chorus member or by calling the school at 302-846-9544. A limited number of tickets will be available at the door. Carryouts are available. Proceeds will support the middle and high school choruses.

Twilight Cheerleading Camp

Girl Scouts of the Chesapeake Bay Council is sponsoring a Twilight Cheerleading Camp from Monday, June 8 to Thursday, June 11 at Delmar Middle/ High School from 6 to 8 p.m., for girls in kindergarten through fifth grade. The Delmar High School Varsity Cheerleading Squad will be the instructors for the clinic and activities include stretching, tumbling, arm movements, chants, dance and building skills. The cost is $25 per girl and financial assistance is available. You do not have to be a Girl Scout to register. For more details or to sign up, call Pat Lewis at 410-742-5107 or 800-374-9811, ext. 26.

Sandwich sale

On Saturday, May 9, the Delmar Church of God of Prophecy, Rt. 13 North and Dorthy Road (3 miles north of MD/ DE state line), will hold a sandwich sale: featuring oyster sandwiches, crab cakes, chicken salad sandwiches, cheese steak subs, hamburgers and hot dogs. Also baked goods will be available; a yard sale and a car wash.

Chicken dinner

On Friday, May 8, Chelsea Betts will host a chicken dinner at Grace United Methodist Church Hall in Georgetown from 5 to 8 p.m. to benefit the Miss Sussex County Scholarship Program and the Alzheimer’s Association.

Tickets are $8 for children under the age of 12 and $15 for adults. Tickets must be purchased in advance by calling 302228-2148 or 302-249-6732. Take-outs will

MORNING STAR • APRIL 23 - 29, 2009 also be available. Chelsea Betts, Miss Sussex County 2009, will provide entertainment at 6 and 7 p.m. There will also be a drawing for a Vera Bradley bag.

Horse Expo in Harrington

Horses of all kinds will be spotlighted when the 5th Annual Delaware Horse Expo at the State Fairgrounds, Harrington, on Saturday, April 25. The day includes a Parade of Breeds, demonstrations, clinics and seminars as well as a yard sale, vendors, exhibits, activities for kids, a Breyer model horse show and a riding horse sale.

Admission is $5 and children 12 and under are free. For registration forms or more information, visit www.delawarehorseexpo. com. Space is available for commercial vendors, non-profit organizations and yard sale participants as well as for entries in the Parade of Breeds or space in the Show Barn. For reservations, call Wayne at 302270-8999. To consign horses in the Riding Horse Sale, call Frankie at 302-270-4432.

For more information about the Breyer event, contact Ingrid at 629-0306.

Country Jamboree planned

Don’t miss “Celebrating God and Country,” an afternoon of country music with Miss Delaware and friends, at 2 p.m. on Sunday, May 3, at Georgetown Middle School, to benefit the Miss Delaware Scholarship Organization.

The event will feature Gerald Hocker and the Jamboree Boys, and All 4 Him, a local gospel quartet. Galen Giaccone, Miss Delaware 2008, will share her piano talents and Miss Delaware’s Outstanding Teen 2007, Chelsea Betts, will sing. The 2009 Miss Delaware contestants and Danielle Marshall, Miss Delaware’s Outstanding Teen, will also attend the festivities.

Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for children 12 and under, and may be purchased by contacting Susan Collins at 302-7329366 or Linda Pusey at 302-947-9065.

Tickets may also be purchased at the door.

Scholarship fundraiser

Come and eat at the Road House Steak Joint on Rt. 1, between Lewes and Rehoboth with AARP Georgetown Chapter 5340, on Monday, May 4, from 11 a.m. till 8 p.m. Members will be there from 6 to 8 p.m. Proceeds support AARP Scholarship fund. For information call Peggy 856-3404.

Chinese auction

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

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 302422-2948 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 is Friday, May 8. Cost is $55 and includes a ticket to the game and charter bus transportation. To reserve a ticket or for more information, call the office at 629-6809.

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.

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.

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.

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: Thursday, Oct. 1, arrive in Myrtle Beach, S.C. at the Beach

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 302-5399717.

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 302265-5606.

Acorn Club

The G.F.W.C.-Acorn Club of Seaford is having a business meeting at the Seaford District Library on Thursday, April 23, at 7:30 p.m. The hostess is Shirley Skinner and her committee.

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.

AARP chapter 1084

AARP Seaford Area Chapter 1084 of western Sussex County board meeting, Thursday, May 7, at Methodist Manor House game room in Seaford at 1:30 p.m.

Chapter president request all board and committee members to be present to finalize plans for AARP Chapter 1084 Annual Day of Service on Wednesday, May 13. One group to visit and bring gifts to Delaware Veterans Home in Milford and another group to visit Life Care at Lofland in Seaford.

Also, final plans regarding chapters annual picnic on Thursday, May 14, to be held this year at Soroptimist Park in Seaford.

District Democrats

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

New members are always welcome.

SHS Alumni

The Seaford High School Alumni Association will have their Executive Board meeting on Thursday, May 7 at 7 p.m. in the Downtown Seaford Museum. For more information, call Donna Angell at 6298077.

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All I want for the game is my one front tooth Over the time of the last 13 years, I have picked on many at urPhy forgiving, entertaining people who have (I hope) provided a It seems like only few laughs for you. Among them yesterday that Howare Fred Melvin, Joe Hitchens, ard ... [built] that little Roland Wingate, Debbie Waller, Toni Gootee, Frank Caudill, Gene ball field on King Street with the chickWright (or is it Wrong), Bob en wire fence and the Whaley, Chester Davis, Bob Oliphant, Debbie Mitchell, Mason old pillows for bases. & Dixon line surveyor - Al “clipboard” Temple, and the one and As we left the hospital that evening, thankfully only - “Ole sure shot” himself with me in the exit wheelchair, I took Dick Whaley and so many more not one peek behind me and there was about mentioned. Maybe I should feel guilty five of the hospital staff lined up laughfor bringing life gaffes to our readers, af- ing their sides out. ter all, we all make them, except for me.

The moral of this story; don’t go to Well, maybe I have made one and sleep watching the All Star Game. during this time that my mom is in the Well, now I feel less guilty and I can hospital (maybe if no one else thinks it’s return to sharing the great stories from funny) it will make her laugh to hear this the great people in our community, who story again so here goes. give us the great gift of laughter.

Around 1982 or so, I found myself on the couch at home with my usual custom Thanks, Jim and Janet Jestice, you’re of watching the Major League Baseball the greatest!

All Star Game and it was a good one, I think except I fell asleep. After a few David Brown of Sussex Irrigation minutes I awoke with saliva drooling and his equipment and helpers from the from my lips. You see I had one tooth high school softball program in Laurel on a partial plate. “Kay, Kay.” I ran to got the fences moved in to 200 feet the bedroom to wake her up. “I’ve swal- Saturday. The weather was less than colowed my tooth - I’ve swallowed my operative but they got it. David says he tooth - I’m going to die.” always does what he can to help his boys “Are you sure?” she asked me. “Yes, in their school activities. Only trouble, I’m sure. I can feel it. It’s right there,” as David had no family member involved I held my hand over my stomach. “Take with softball. Without reservation, I can me to the emergency room, hurry,” said say and get a lot of support for this statean excited Phillies’ fan. “All right, all ment, David set a great example of Lauright,” said Kay as she started dressing. rel school spirit that would be hard for I went back to the living room in a any of us to follow. Thanks David. panic and tried to sit quietly. Kay was certainly in no hurry to save a dying man Lib Fisher was at her old desk at I thought, as I walked into the bedroom Laurel Petroleum one day last week. where she was calmly applying make up. “They’re scraping the bottom of the barI guess she wanted to look nice for my rel,” says an always-effervescent Lib. I last trip. Arriving at the emergency room don’t think so and neither does anyone at Nanticoke Hospital, there was the else — one of the nicest people in Lauusual paperwork and the job of describrel without reservation. Oh yes, Lib was ing my recently acquired illness. late on her first day. She didn’t know Quickly they gave me a gown that they started at 8 a.m. instead of 8:30.

I put on backwards, whoa there, and wisked me down to the X-Ray room.

Gloria Ellis is opening the new shop, They soon brought me back and awaited “Something Special For Everyone.” the results. All I could think of was - if I Opening date is April 30 and it is located passed this in a normal way it certainly at 214 Laureltowne in Laurel. was going to hurt.

“Mr. Murphy, we can’t see anyThere will be a “Team Gump Texas thing,” said the doctor. “Where does it Chow Down” at the Texas Roadhouse hurt now.” “Right here, there it is - it’s in Fruitland on Sunday, April 26, from moved,” I said. Back to X-Ray, I went noon to 10 p.m. It is in the late Gerald and again it showed nothing.

“Gump” Browns name and it benefits A few moments later the emergency the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. room phone rang and it was for the Mur- Deanna Brown and “Gump’s” mom, phys. My son, Mike, told Kay, “I don’t Maralene Givens, have worked hard know what’s wrong with dad, but his with these charitable events and to keep partial plate is in the back bathroom in Gump’s memory alive. For more inforhis dish.” mation see Info®theHenhouse.com As Kay told me about the call, I suddenly remembered that that was what I Sunday was a beautiful day and a had done and now how was Kay going great one for the Laurel Historical Socito tell the hospital staff how much better ety as they honored the Shaner Family I was except for the sore throat … I got for their gift of the “Cook House and from running my hand down there to get shared stories and history with everyone. the partial.

More on this next week.

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Monday morning about 7 a.m., as I drove down River Road, I got one of those phone calls you just don’t like to get. It was Frank Calio calling from Myrtle Beach to tell me that the most famous local Yankee of them all, Howard McCrea, had passed away. Howard was 70, I believe, and had fought a courageous battle with cancer for the last several years.

I could always depend on his calls if the Yankees won. Even if the Phillies were struggling he would call and offer his sympathy from his adopted home in Florida. Yes, he was a true joy to know and in all his visits to Delaware he always stopped by.

It seems like only yesterday that Howard and a few of his “older” friends were building that little ball field on King Street with the chicken wire fence and the old pillows for bases. Choosing up sides it was a boyhood memory at its best. Well, I don’t want to end my col-

umn on a sad note and Howard wouldn’t want me to either.

Look at this “Glimpse of the Past,” it’s older brother Howard with a soda and sister Barbara and I believe they are watching a softball game. Yup, Howard not only watched, he played the game, a friend to everyone.

See you my friends —

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MORNING STAR • APRIL 23 - 29, 2009

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.

No Name Band

The No Name Band will be at Grace United Methodist Church Hall, Georgetown, on Friday, April 24, at 7:30 p.m.

For further information, contact Everett Warrington at 337-7198.

Mt. Calvary Community Breakfast

Mt. Calvary AME Church, Concord, is sponsoring a free community breakfast on Saturday, April 25, beginning at 7 a.m.

Sponsored by the Ministry of Help. The Rev. Idola W. Batson is Pastor.

Old Paths Church of Christ

The Old Paths Church of Christ, of Georgetown, will be promoting a missions program to serve the community at the Peebles Department Store in Seaford, this Saturday, April 25, from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. The church currently provides free clothing and various household items to the needy every fourth Saturday of each month, from 9 a.m. to noon. The church is located on Rt. 113 and Redden Road, just north of Georgetown. The church is also sponsoring a youth program called Bible Bowl. Participants memorize scripture and compete, rapid question style, against other churches from the Delmarva area.

Their upcoming national meet is located

at Indianapolis in July. A fund raising campaign is underway. To donate items to the “Storehouse” or financial assistance toward “Bible Bowl,” call preacher Frank Goehringer at 381-5033.

Christ Church of New Hope meets Christ Church of New Hope, Bridgeville, will meet Sunday, April 26, at Jimmy’s Grill Banquet Hall, 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. This is a non-denominational church. Pastor is Johnny Herbet.

Spaghetti dinner

An all-you-can-eat spaghetti dinner will be served by the Centenary Promise Keepers for the College Scholarship Fund. It will be held at Centenary United Methodist Church, Laurel, on Saturday, May 2, from 4 to 6:30 p.m. Cost is adults, $6; children, 6-12 years, $3; less than 6 are free.

Benefit for needy

Bethel Worship Center, Rt. 13, 1-1/2 miles North of Wal-Mart, on Ginger Lane – across from Burton’s Chrysler, Seaford, will hold a Yard & Bake Sale Benefit for Needy Families on Saturday, May 2, from 7 a.m. till? There will be scrapple sandwiches, hot-dogs and drinks available. For more information call 349-9505 or 629-9682.

Gospel Concert

St. George’s United Methodist Church of Laurel, will have a gospel concert presenting Phil Davis, “Sinners Saved

by Grace Ministries” on Sunday, May

3 at 6:30 p.m. Directions: Alt. 13 south Laurel towards Delmar. Turn right on St. George’s Road and follow to church. For more information, call 875-2273.

Old Stage Road, just east of Route 13.

For more information, call 856-6107 or 875-7900.

Gospel Hymn Sing at Trinity

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.

Trinity United Methodist Church in Laurel will host a Gospel Hymn Sing on Friday, May 1. All 4 Him, King’s Ambassadors and Jerry Jones will bring their talents to the stage. Doors will open at 6 p.m. and food will be available for purchase.

The concert will begin at 6:30 p.m. and a love offering will be taken. For more information, call 875-7715.

Bridgeville Prayer Breakfast

The Kiwanis Club of Bridgeville will hold its 18th annual Community Prayer Breakfast on Saturday, May 2, at 8 a.m. in the Fellowship Hall of Union United Methodist Church, Bridgeville.

The program includes special music

by Jeff and Jeanine Scott and the Delaware Teen Challenge Choir. Special guest speaker is Robert M. Carey, executive director of Delaware Teen Challenge. A buffet breakfast will be served. Tickets can be purchased for $10 from Kiwanians or may be purchased at the door. Organizations and groups may sponsor a table. For more information, call 302-337-7070.

The Sounds of Joy

St. Paul’s United Methodist Church in Laurel will host an evening of gospel music featuring “The Sounds of Joy” on April 26 at 7 p.m. Don Murray and friends will begin at 6:15 p.m. St. Paul’s is located on

Yard sale for daycare

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.

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

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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 855-7743.

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.

Dedication Service

All Walks of Life events

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.

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. For tickets or information, call: Jack Lynch at 410-8969067, George Jett at 410-860-4831, 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

All Walks of Life Outreach Ministries in Laurel has planned a 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.

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.” 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.

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 Pasto Gorgui@atlantaroadcma.org.

Obituaries Neil G. Edgell Jr., 64

Neil G. Edgell Jr. of Gaithersburg, Md., died Friday, April 17, 2009.

Mr. Edgell graduated from Seaford High School in 1962 and Ursinus College in 1966.

He went to work for IBM in 1966 and continued there when it became Lockheed Martin for the last 44 years. He was active in Chevy Chase Players and the Silver Spring Stage.

Neil was the son of Neil G. Sr. and Virginia Rawlins Edgell. He is survived

Welcome…

SEAFORD PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH Sunday School 9 am Morning Worship 10 am

701 Bridgeville Road 629-9077

The Gift of His Love

Let others know where you are and when you meet.

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629-9788

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

Rev. Michael A. Hopkins, Pastor

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

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

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

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

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

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

VICTORY TABERNACLE

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

302- 875-4646

PO BOX 60, LAUREL, DE 19956

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

Children’s Church • Nursery

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

CONFESSION: Sat. 4:30 p.m.

SUNDAY WORSHIP

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.)

All Welcome Where Love Abides -- John 3:16

Union

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

CHURCH OF GOD

COKESBURY CHURCH by his sister, Sharlana F. Edgell of Seaford.

The funeral was held Monday, April 20 at St. Johnstown United Methodist Church, Greenwood. Burial was in the church’s cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggest donations may be made to Chevy Chase Players, PO Box 42368, Washington, D.C. 20015 or Silver Spring Stage, PO Box 3086, Silver Spring, MD 20918.

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

Messiah’s Vineyard Church

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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James A. Ferrell, 49

James A. Ferrell of Bridgeville, passed away on Monday, April 13, 2009, at his home.

James was a loving father and devoted husband of 29 years. He worked the last seven years in the hardware department at the Seaford Wal-Mart.

He is survived by his wife, Kimberly Ferrell; a daughter and son-in-law, Laura and Ray Abrams of Bridgeville; a son, Jeremy Ferrell Sr. and his fiancé, Kendra Merritt of Bridgeville; five grandchildren, Dylan Abrams, Jordan Abrams, Kaeden Abrams, Cole Wilson and Jeremy Ferrell Jr. The funeral was held Saturday, April 18, at Fleischauer Funeral Home, Greenwood. Interment was held at St. Johnstown Cemetery, Greenwood.

Beatrice Laing, 100

Beatrice Laing of Seaford, died Saturday, April 11, 2009, at Methodist Manor House in Seaford.

Mrs. Laing retired from the Baltimore City School District where she was an elementary school teacher.

Her husband, E. Brent Laing, died in 1973. She is survived by her nieces and nephews, Betty Jean and Wayne Johnson, Ellis Frye Jr., Barry Johnson, Sherrie Johnson, Scott Frye and Kelly Angel.

A graveside service was held on Thursday, April 16, at Loudon Park Cemetery in Baltimore, Md. The family suggests donations to Delaware Hospice Inc., 100 Patriots Way, Milford, DE 19963. Arrangements were handled by Cranston Funeral Home, Seaford.

June Ware MacKnight, 84

June Ware MacKnight of Charlottesville, Va., passed away peacefully on

MORNING STAR • APRIL 23 - 29, 2009 Saturday, April 11, 2009, after battling Alzheimer’s disease for a number of years.

Mrs. MacKnight was born on July 2, 1924, in New York City to Charles and Lillian Ware.

After graduating from Hunter College High School in Manhattan, she attended Patterson State Teachers College in preparation for nursing studies.

She then undertook formal nursing training at Englewood Hospital in Englewood, N.J. where she met her future husband, Dr. Joseph C. MacKnight.

After their marriage in 1947, Mrs. MacKnight accompanied her husband to post-war occupied Japan where their first child was born.

Upon their return to the U.S., Mrs. MacKnight lived in Richmond, Va. and then moved to Fredericksburg, Va., where she lived for 25 years.

Prior to moving to Charlottesville, Dr. and Mrs. MacKnight resided in Seaford for 17 years.

Mrs. MacKnight spent her life in dedicated and unselfish service to others.

The loving mother of four sons, she had at least one son at home for over 35 years.

She was a wonderful homemaker who enjoyed entertaining, cooking and hosting guests. She was a lover of art and music and enjoyed theatrical presentations and the symphony.

An artistic individual with a gift for drawing and painting, she also wrote extensively as a young woman and particularly enjoyed writing poetry. Later in life, she passionately studied the genealogy of the Ware family back to early 19th century England.

Throughout her life, she traveled extensively and enjoyed sharing her experiences with others.

Mrs. MacKnight was a person of great

Christian faith who made a lifelong commitment to Christian education, church development and support of missions work around the world.

She was an active and long-term member of Fredericksburg Baptist Church in Fredericksburg, and Grace Baptist Church in Seaford.

After moving to Charlottesville, she was an enthusiastic member of Trinity Presbyterian Church.

Mrs. MacKnight was preceded in death by her husband of 55 years, Dr. Joseph C. MacKnight.

She is survived by her brother, Charles Ware of Clearwater, Fla.; four sons, Paul J. MacKnight of Sulphur, La., Thomas E. MacKnight of Aylett, Va., Kenneth C. MacKnight of LaFayette, Ga., and Dr. John M. MacKnight of Charlottesville; 17 grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren.

A graveside funeral service was held Saturday, April 18, in Monticello Memory Gardens, near Monticello.

The family requests that expressions of sympathy be directed to the Alzheimer’s Association.

Friends may sign the guest book online at www.hillandwood.com.

Howard T. McCrea, 70

Howard T. McCrea of Cape Canaveral passed into the Lord’s hands peacefully on Sunday, April 19, 2009.

He was born September 9, 1938 to Thomas G. and Jeanette McCrea.

He loved sports, cruising and trav-

The Family of

Herbert J. Higgins would like to

THANK

everyone for the prayers, calls, visits, food and flowers and cards received after his death.

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eling. Howard retired in 1993 after 30 years of service at DuPont’s Seaford facility.

Upon moving to Florida, he and his wife did maintenance at both Funntasia and Jungle Village.

He then retired again after four years in 2009 from Publix as a front service clerk.

He is survived by his wife, Peggy Spencer McCrea of Cape Canaveral; daughter, Kelly McCrea and her lifelong partner, Janet Kollimon and children, Zachary, Bethany and Megan of Philadelphia; daughter, Susan Hastings and husband, John Michael and children, Erin and Marcus of Laurel, Del.; son, Michael McCrea and wife, Kay and children, Matt, Lauren, Ashley and Jason of Laurel; sisters, Ruth Farrelly of Laurel and Barbara Messick of Delmar; and a brother, Kenneth McCrea of Auckland, New Zealand; nephew, Scott Messick and wife Lucy and children of Delmar.

He also leaves behind his former wife, Carole McCrea of Laurel.

Howard was a great father and loving grandfather and husband.

He graduated from Laurel High School in 1956.

In lieu of flowers please send donations to Laurel Alumni Scholarship Assn. in care of Frank Calio, 104 Lansing Ave., Laurel, DE 19956.

You may sign Howard’s guestbook at www.beckmanwilliamson.com A memorial service will be held at a later date.

We thought of you with love today, but that is nothing new.

We thought about you yesterday, and days before that too.

We think of you in silence, we often speak your name, now all we have is memories and your picture in a frame.

Your memory is our keepsake, of which we will never part, God has you in his keeping, we have you in our heart.

In loving memory of Shirley G. MacArthur on her birthday, April 27th.

Love, Mary Jane, Ronnie and Mac and Beth

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Kelly’s Crusaders Carney launches campaign site to hold fundraising walk in Bridgeville

By Carol Kinsley Kelly's Crusaders will be out in force again this year, walking to raise money for the fight against multiple sclerosis, an unpredictable, often disabling disease of the central nervous system that affects more than 400,000 Americans.

The Delaware Chapter of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society will hold six fundraising events this spring: walks at Wilmington's Riverfront and in Historic Dover on April 28; a walk at Heritage Shores at twilight on April 24; a walk at the University of Delaware's Newark campus on May 3; a bike ride, "Crankin' for a Cure," on May 17; and another twilight walk at Baywood Greens on May 29.

Kelly Griffith and her three daughters will be joined by friends and family who make up the rest of the team at the April 24 walk in Bridgeville.

Griffith, however, is no longer able to walk. Because of MS, she uses an electric wheelchair.

Griffith was diagnosed with MS six years ago.

The disease interrupts the flow of information from the brain to the body; symptoms range from tingling and numbness to blindness and paralysis. Griffith believes she may have had the disease for many years without knowing what the problem was.

Once she was diagnosed, she was put in touch with the Delaware MS Society, which has been "wonderful," she said, about providing funding for respite care and providing equipment not covered by insurance.

"They have a lot of resources, educational materials and places to go for help" Griffith said.

This is her fifth year of fundraising efforts for the MS Society. Every year her team has been one of the top fundraisers in the state, she said, thanks to the generosity of her contributors.

"I do a big letter writing campaign to about 150 people to raise awareness and raise funds," Griffith said.

Each member of the team collects pledges also, including her daughters Katey, Kristian and Alexa.

"We raised $5,500 last year," she said. She has about half that amount so far this year.

Advances in research and treatment are paying off.

Although the progress, severity and specific symptoms of MS cannot be predicted, studies show that early and ongoing treatment with an FDA-approved therapy can reduce future disease activity and improve the quality of life for many people with MS. "My dream," Griffith wrote in her letter, "is to have a world free of MS for my daughters. I also believe the researchers are on their way to making this a reality."

Having participated in walks in Dover for the past few years, Griffith is excited to have a walk close to home, and in such a nice location, she said.

The Dover walk last year drew 500 people, but Griffith expects fewer participants in Bridgeville.

To join the effort as a walker, contributor or volunteer, visit www.msdelaware.org.

You can offer to help at any of the events, register a team or select a team you'd like to support with your donation, whether Kelly's Crusaders or any other.

If you don't have email, you can still make a donation through Griffith by mailing a check payable to "DE Chapter of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society" to Kelly Griffith, 28874 Johnsons Drive, Seaford, DE 19973.

And you can volunteer to help by calling Jenna Wagner at 302- 655-5610.

On-site registration for the walk begins at 5 p.m.; the walk starts at 6. The course should be about three miles.

Former Delaware Lieutenant Governor and Secworks with both Republicans and Democrats to move retary of Finance John Carney has filed an official our country forward, starting with a focus on creating committee to run for Delaware’s lone seat in the U.S. jobs and getting our economy back on track.”

House of Representatives. Carney, a Claymont naCarney has spent almost two decades serving the tive and long time Wilmington resident who served people of Delaware, first as a staff assistant to then two terms as lieutenant governor from 2001 through Senator Joe Biden; deputy chief administrative officer January 2009, issued the following statement anfor County Executive Dennis Greenhouse; deputy nouncing his candidacy: chief of staff and secretary of finance under former “With our economy in a recession and unemployGovernor Tom Carper; and lieutenant governor. ment continuing to rise, our country and our state are Throughout his career he has worked to save and facing unprecedented challenges. create jobs; improve schools through his Models of To address them, we need strong, experienced Excellence in Education project; and improve health leaders who can rise above partisanship and bring care in Delaware. people together to address these challenges.

For more information, visit Carney’s new camI’ll be that kind of leader in Congress – one who T:7.38 inpaign website at www.johncarneyforcongress.com.

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Health Is wearing designer clothes important? fact that they cannot subject themselves to

By Dr. Anthony Policastro what others might say about their clothing The economy has caused most people suggests that they need clothing to substito look at how they spend their money. tute for feeling good about themselves.

There are opportunities for savings in The issue extends far beyond clothing. many areas. One of those is related to It is something that parents will need to clothing. address in other ways. One of the things We sometimes forget that the purpose that I recommend for my patients is that of clothing is to keep us warm and comevery one of them should have one thing fortable. Clothes should be clean. They that makes their classmates all jealous of should be neat. They should be without them. holes. Beyond that, there are not many Clothing is not what I am talking requirements. about.

It can be a hobby. It can be a musiUnfortunately we live in a society that cal instrument. It can be has forgotten the basic a sport. Each child lessons of clothes.

Our children need to is different at someThe message that be proud of themselves. thing else. society sends is that I can give a conThey need to be proud of it is important to crete example to wear brand name their accomplishments. It this. When I was clothing. The sugshould not have to extend stationed in South gestion is that if you Carolina, I was takdo not have some to being proud of what ing care of a patient kind of designer brand clothing they wear. with a short term clothing on, there memory problem. must be something It interfered with her wrong with you. ability to remember The only ones who really benefit from answers in class.

For that reason, her 6th brand name clothing are the people that grade classmates picked on her a lot. It led make it and the people that sell it. There to relatively poor self esteem. is no real benefit to the wearer of such I advised her parents to find something clothing. Unfortunately society has falsely to support her self esteem. She decided attached a fashion benefit to such cloththat she wanted to do gymnastics. She ing. If someone wears such clothing, they must have class. If someone does not wear had a natural talent for it. Inside of six months, she was placing in the top ten of such clothing there is something wrong with them. In reality, the only thing that is every meet she entered. Every time that wrong is the perception of the people who happened, the school would announce it on the loudspeaker on Monday. She bethink that way. came one of the most popular girls in the In the days of our founding fathers school. Nobody cared about her short term most people had about 6 outfits to wear. memory.

There was no need for more than that.

Our children need to be proud of themNow there are some individuals who may selves.

They need to be proud of their acwear that many outfits in a single day. complishments.

It should not have to exNow is the time to think about buying tend to being proud of what brand clothing things that cost less. That is true even if they wear. The current economy suggests they do not have a brand name. If your that now is a good time to teach them to child objects to wearing such clothing, it be proud of other things. It also will save points to a problem with self esteem. The money.

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Manonmani Antony, M.D. WILL NO LONGER BE PRACTICING PAIN MANAGEMENT UNDER REGIONAL MEDICAL ASSOCIATES, P.A. Patients’ charts will be available at 240 Beiser Blvd, #201, Dover, DE 19904 302-734-7246

ART CART DONATIONS - Instead of birthday gifts, seven-year-old Micaela Upton asked friends attending her birthday party to bring craft supplies to stock a pediatric “Art Cart” located in Nanticoke Memorial Hospital’s Pegeen and Samantha Brown pediatric area that is designed to make children feel more comfortable at the hospital.

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Health Briefs Dr. Lyles earns designation

Dr. Yvonne Lyles has been elected to Fellowship in the American College of Physicians. She is attending the Convocation Ceremony on Thursday, April 23 at their annual national meeting in Philadelphia. This honor allows her to add FACP after MD to her name. Last year she was recertified by exams in both Internal Medicine and Geriatric Medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine. She also became a certified medical director through the American Medical Director Association while serving as medical director for Life Care at Lofland Park.

Dr. Lyles has earned continuing medical education credit for the ACP Medical Knowledge Self Assessment Program with every edition since medical school.

Volunteers needed for MS events

The Delaware Chapter of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society needs volunteers to help with their spring fundraising event Twilight at Baywood Greens on Friday, May 29 in Long Neck.

Volunteers are needed on the day of the event from 4 to 8 p.m. and may choose from a range of activities, including registering event participants, supporting participants at rest stops, distributing t-shirts, loading and unloading supplies, setting up refreshments, and cheerleading at the finish line. For more information, contact Jenna Wagner at 302-655-5610 or email jenna.wagner@MSdelaware.org.

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

Jona Gorra, M.D. FACP

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.

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.

Compassionate Care Hospice is offering training for anyone interested in being a hospice volunteer on April 27, 29 and May 4, 6 from 12:30-4:30 p.m. The training will he held at the Cancer Care Center, second floor Conference Room, 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. 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 302934-5900 or flavelle@cchnet.net.

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Entertainment

Duo presents workshops at Delaware Horse Expo

Paul Fleckenstein, director of music and organist at Westminster Presbyterian Church in Wilmington, will perform at the Delaware Choral Society’s spring concert.

Renowned organist to perform May 16

Pianist and organist, Paul Fleckenstein, returns as guest organist for the Southern Delaware Choral Society’s spring concert featuring the works of Haydn at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, May 16, at Epworth United Methodist Church in Rehoboth Beach.

Director of Music and organist at Westminster Presbyterian Church in Wilmington, Fleckenstein has performed in many premier venues on the east coast.

Fleckenstein holds degrees from the University of the Pacific Conservatory of Music and Westminster Choir College in Princeton, where he held a graduate assistantship as accompanist for the famed Westminster Symphonic Choir. In recent years, he and the Westminster Choir have performed in Austria, Italy and France.

Under the direction of John Ranney, the concert will feature Haydn’s “Mass in Time of War,” including the “Te Deum” and the “Lord Nelson Mass.”

In between the parts of the two masses, letters will be read to the audience from 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.” 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 online at www.sdchoralsociety.org, at Puzzles in Lewes and Browseabout Books in Rehoboth or by calling 302-645-2013.

A duo from “Two As One Horsemanship™” will bring balance, beauty and excitement to Quillen Arena at this year’s Delaware Horse Expo set for Saturday, April 25 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., at the Delaware State Fairgrounds, Harrington.

The two — Bob Jeffreys and Suzanne Shepherd — are clinicians who have formed a unique horse training partnership that strikes a perfect balance between the English and Western riding disciplines.

Jeffreys is a cowboy who hails from Middletown, N.Y., where his home base, Two As One Ranch, is located next to a 3,800 acre state park with miles of riding trails.

Sheppard, an AQHA professional horsewoman, is a horse trainer and centered riding clinician. Her equine interests include trail riding, dressage, reining, jumping and gaited horses.

At the Delaware Horse Expo, Bob and Suzanne will present: Troubleshooting for the Trail, Cross Training to Develop Versatility for Both Horse & Rider, Overcoming Fear & Anxiety in Riders and Go & Whoa Like a Pro, at noon in the Quillen Arena.

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Celebrate Earth Day with pesticide-free fruits, veggies Each year the celebration of Earth Day around the globe attracts oretta norr more and more to the cause of protecting our planet and all of its natural gifts. “Going green” is now mainstream – witness all the environmentally friendly products that are now available and the push for more sustainable living in the use of the earth’s resources.

Going green also means that we are more aware of the food we put into our bodies.

We know that eating fresh fruits the perfect starter or appetizer for an Earth and vegetables is an important part of a Day feast, or for any time you want a healthy diet but exposure to pesticides is fresh and filling soup. an ongoing problem.

Serves 4 The Environmental Working Group 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil has put together a shopper’s guide to pes3 medium shallots, diced small (about ticides. In it, they list the “Dirty Dozen” 1/4 cup) – 12 foods that contain the most pesticides 1 garlic clove, minced and the “Clean 15” – those that contain 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt the least.

12 small asparagus spears, tips and The problem is that among the dirties bottoms removed, sliced 1/4-inch thick are some of our most popular fruits and (about 1 cup) veggies. Buying only their organically 4 cups organic vegetable stock produced alternatives can be really hard 1 medium-size potato, diced into 1/4on the budget. inch cubes (about 3/4 cup) They advise us to do so whenever pos1 sprig fresh thyme sible but at least rinse all produce carefully 1 teaspoon fresh-squeezed lemon juice before eating – it won’t remove all pesPinch of ground white pepper ticides, but it helps. Peeling is better but Pinch of sea salt valuable nutrients go down the disposal Garlic croutons, bagel crisps or roasted with the skins. asparagus tips for garnish If you balk at paying the premium for 1. In a medium saucepan, warm olive these alternatives to the dirties, consider oil over medium-low heat; add shallots, this: people who eat the 12 most contamigarlic and salt; sweat vegetables on low nated fruits and vegetables consume an average of 10 pesticides a day.

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2. Add vegetable stock, potatoes and thyme. Cover and bring to a boil; skim foam off the top with a ladle.

3. Lower heat and simmer about 30 minutes with lid slightly ajar. Stir occasionally.

4. Remove from heat; discard thyme sprig. Puree soup in blender in batches, 1-2 cups at a time, until smooth. (Safety tip: Cover top of blender with a thick kitchen towel while you puree to keep hot liquid from splattering.) Strain pureed soup through a large fine-mesh strainer to remove any remaining lumps. Return soup to saucepan.

5. Season soup with lemon juice, pepper and salt to taste. Garnish and serve immediately.

To make roasted asparagus tips garnish: Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Line a baking sheet with foil and add asparagus tips.

Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Roast asparagus for about 5-8 minutes. Remove from heat, layer on top of a bagel crisp and use to garnish soup.

Broccoli Sautéed in Wine and Garlic by Mario Batali Molto Italiano: 327 Simple Italian Recipes to Cook at Home Serves 6 6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced 3 pounds broccoli, cut into spears

1 cup Frascati or other dry white wine 1 tablespoon hot red pepper flakes Grated zest of 1 lemon Grated zest of 1 orange 1. In a 10- to 12-inch sauté pan, heat the olive oil with the garlic over mediumhigh heat until just sizzling. Add the broccoli and cook, tossing frequently and gradually adding the wine to keep the garlic from browning until the stalks are tender, 8-10 minutes. Add the red pepper flakes and zests, and tossing well, serve immediately.

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NOTICE ANGEL FOOD MINISTRIES

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YARD SALE YARD SALE/ CHICKEN BBQ, Sat., 4/25 at Clayton Homes of Delmar, Rt. 13. Yard sale starts at 7 a.m., tables still avail. for $10 donation. BBQ platters, $7, avail. at noon. Benefits Diamond Dream 18U Girls Softball Team. Call 8469100 for add’l details. 4/23

ANTIQUES/ COLLECTIBLES OLD GAS STATION SIGN, 6’ round, $75. Call Mike, 245-2278. 4/23 ORIG. STAR WARS TOYS, make offer. 628-1880. 4/23 ‘79 SEAFORD YEAR BOOK, Aloha, $40. 3988915. 4/9 1915 NAT’L. CASH REGISTER, all bronze, model 366, works! $550. 875-7531 or 875-5164. 4/2 SPECIALTY DE TAG # 57920, white w/duck design. $750 value, make offer. 629-2796. 4/2

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19” COLOR TV w/built-in DVD player, $50. 877-0644 eve. after 7. 4/2 PANASONIC DIGITAL CAMCORDER, many features w/cape, long life batteries, charger & case, $100. 875-1877. 4/2 MINOLTA CAMERAS, exc. cond. Maxx Model 400 SI 35mm film, w/AF28-80 zoom lens, exc. cond., $90.

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DVDs, horror & SciFi, some new, $3 ea. Romance & Mystery books, $3 bag.

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ANIMALS, ETC. TWO BIDDIES, New Hampshire Reds, $2 ea. 8755366. 4/23 4 MIXED TERRIOR-CHIHUAHUA PUPPIES, 7 wks. old, 3 female, 1 male. Adorable, won’t get big, $125 ea. Call bet. 5-8 pm, 8750964. 4/16

University of Delaware Cooperative Extension 4-H After-school School Age Site Coordinator - Part Time Position

Plan, coordinate, monitor, and evaluate daily program operations of an after-school program located in the Delaware State Housing Authority (sites include Hickory TreeSelbyville, Burton Village-Rehoboth, Laverty Lane-Bridgeville, Clarks Corner-Harrington, and Mifflin Meadows-Dover), serving elementary school age children. Responsibilities include curriculum development, site supervision, program management, parent communication, homework help, and academic enrichment. This is a 20 hour week part-time position without benefits.

Education, Experience and Abilities: Must be at least twenty (20) years old and have minimum of 60 college credits (with 12 credits child development, education or related subject) plus 2 years experience working with school age children in a group setting.

Must pass state Office of Child Care Licensing background checks and be able to receive School Age Site Coordinator certificate. Valid driver license with acceptable driving record required. First Aid/CPR certification is desirable.

Candidate must have strong leadership and team building skills and be able to communicate in a positive and professional manner with staff, children, families, co-workers, school personnel and other professionals in the community.

Submit letter and resume to:

Lindsay Hughes, Project Director, Elbert N. & Ann V. Carvel Research and Education Center 16483 County Seat Highway Georgetown DE, 19947 Or lgooden@udel.edu

Cooperative Extension Education in Agriculture and Home Economics, University of Delaware, Delaware State University and the United States Department of Agriculture cooperating. Distributed in furtherance of Acts of Congress of May 8 and June 30, 1914. It is the policy of the Delaware Cooperative Extension System that no person shall be subjected to discrimination on the grounds of race, color, sex, disability, age, or national origin.

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LEGALS PUBLIC HEARING

The Commissioners of Bridgeville will hold a Public Hearing on Monday, May 4, 2009 at 5:00 P.M., to receive public comments concerning a proposal to issue up to $250,000 maximum principal amount of general obligation bonds to finance or re-fiance certain improvements to the Town’s drinking water facilities. The Hearing will take place at Bridgeville Town Hall, 101 N. Main Street.

Town of Bridgeville Bonnie Walls Town Manager 4/23/1tc

PUBLIC NOTICE

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING COUNTY BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT HEARING Little Creek Hundred Case No. 10406 In accordance with Chapter 115, of the Code of Sussex County, a hearing will be held on a request for a variance as provided by: Chapter 115, Article IV, Subsection 115-25, Item C of said ordinance of ELAINE D WILLEY who is seeking a variance from the rear yard setback requirement, to be located west of Mt. Pleasant Road (Road 493), being Lot 29 within North Towns End development.

The hearing will be held in the County Council Chambers, County Administrative Office Building, Georgetown, Delaware, on Monday evening, MAY 18, 2009, at 7:00 P.M. or as

soon thereafter as may be heard.

All interested parties should attend and present their views. If unable to attend the public hearing, written comments will be accepted but must be received prior to public hearing.

For additional information, contact the Planning and Zoning Department at 302-855-7878.

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NOTICE

Estate of Lloyd A. Jewell, Deceased.

Notice is hereby given that Letters of Testamentary upon the estate of Lloyd A. Jewell who departed this life on the 21st day of March, A.D. 2009 late of Seaford, DE were duly granted unto Deborah L. Whaley on the 13th day of April, A.D. 2009, and all persons indebted to the said deceased are required to make payments to the said Executrix without delay, and all persons having demands against the deceased are required to exhibit and present the same duly probated to the said Executrix on or before the 21st day of November, A.D. 2009 or abide by the law in this behalf.

Executrix: Deborah L. Whaley 31113 S. Shellbridge Rd. Laurel, DE 19956 Gregory Fuller Sr. Register of Wills 4/23/3tc

NOTICE

Estate of Thomas H. Messick, Deceased.

Notice is hereby given that Letters of Testamentary upon the estate of Thomas H. Messick who departed this life on the 29th day of March, A.D. 2009 late of Bridgeville, DE were duly granted unto Alan Thomas Messick on the 15th day of April, A.D. 2009, and all persons indebted to the said deceased are required to make payments to the said Executor without delay, and all persons having demands against the deceased are required to exhibit and present the

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On Wednesday, May 13, 2009, at 7:00 p.m. local time or as soon as possible thereafter, the Laurel Planning Commission will be holding a public hearing in the Conference Room of the Laurel Town Hall, 201 Mechanic Street, Laurel, Delaware, to publicly hear and determine the matter of granting a Special Use permit unto The House Sports Bar and Grill, concerning property located at 10912 County Seat Highway (Bargain Bill’s Flea Market), tax map #2-32/12.00/105, for the purpose of utilizing the property as a Bar/Nightclub (Section 4.5.2C, Town of Laurel Zoning Ordinance).

This property is located in a C-B, Commercial Business District. All interested parties should appear at the hearing to present their concerns, comments, etc.

The Town of Laurel Planning & Zoning Commission 4/23/1tc

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING COUNTY BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT HEARING Little Creek Hundred Case No. 10399 In accordance with Chapter 115, of the Code of Sussex County, a hearing will be held on a request for a special use exception as provided by: Chapter 115, Article IV, Subsection 11523, Item A of said ordinance of IRMA BALL who is seeking a special use exception to place a manufactured home on a medical hardship basis, to be located north of Road 506, 610 feet south of Road 498.

The hearing will be held in the County Council Chambers, County Administrative Office Building, Georgetown, Delaware, on Monday evening, MAY 18, 2009, at 7:00 P.M. or as soon thereafter as may be heard.

All interested parties should attend and present their views. If unable to attend the public hearing, written comments will be accepted but must be received prior to public hearing.

For additional information, contact the Planning and Zoning Department at 302-855-7878.

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Name: _________________________________________ New Address: ___________________________________

_______________________________________________ _______________________________________________

Mail to the Seaford/Laurel Star Circulation, PO Box 1000, Seaford, DE or call Karen at 302-629-9788

• APRIL 23 - 29, 2009 same duly probated to the said Executor on or before the 29th day of November, A.D. 2009 or abide by the law in this behalf.

Executor: Alan Thomas Messick P.O. Box 49 Bridgeville, DE 19933 Attorney: David W. Baker, Esq. David W. Baker. Esq. P.A. P.O. Box 551 Georgetown, DE 19947 Gregory Fuller Sr. Register of Wills 4/23/3tc

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

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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

NOTICE

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

TOWN OF BRIDGEVILLE ANNEXATION REFERENDUM MAY 2, 2009

The Commissioners of the Town of Bridgeville will consider properties for annexation at this Annexation Referendum. These three properties will be voted on separately: Parcel A includes the property of the Bariglio Corporation.

Parcel B includes the property of Windsor Development, LLC. Parcel C includes the property of Matthew and Christine Davis at 16695 Adams Road (Church St.).

Parcels A & B are noted on the attached picture. Parcel C is located next to the Phillis Wheatley Middle School.

The Annexation Referendum will be held at the Bridgeville Town Hall, 101 N. Main St., on Saturday, May 2, 2009, from 10:00 A.M. to 2:00 P.M. Every citizen of the Town who is eighteen years of age shall have one vote, provided he/she has registered on the “Books of Registered Voters” of the Town of Bridgeville. A person may register at the Town Hall during regular office hours, Monday through Friday, 8:30 A.M. to 4:30 P.M. No person shall be registered after the close of business on April 24, 2009.

A Public Hearing on the Annexation will be held on Thursday, April 30, 2009, 7:00 P.M. at the Bridgeville Fire Hall.

Town of Bridgeville Bonnie Walls, Town Manager

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MORNING STAR • ApRIl 23 - 29, 2009

Jennings named to Hall of Fame Leland C. Jennings Jr., Delaware State Parks chief of cultural resources, was named to the Roy Klein Tourism Hall of Fame for Individual Achievement at the Governor’s Tourism Summit on April 2 at Heritage Shores Club, Bridgeville.

The award recognizes an individual’s long-term contribution to tourism through volunteer efforts, connecting his or her work to the tourism industry, or involving an organization in tourism.

During his tenure at Delaware State Parks which began in 1993, Jennings developed an award-winning living history program at Fort Delaware State Park involving first-person re-enactors who assume the character of prisoners-of-war, soldiers and civilians who lived at the Fort during the Civil War and present interactive demonstrations and events to the public. Jennings was also responsible for bringing the cast of the popular television show Ghost Hunters to the Fort for a seven-hour live Halloween episode at the park in 2008. Jennings’ research resulted in the nomination of the Fort Miles Historical

Area in Cape Henlopen State Park to the National Register of Historic Places. Jennings has worked to restore a gun battery and many of the buildings at Fort Miles.

In 2007, Jennings’ work with World War II veteran Horace Knowles convinced national news network CNN to film an interview with Knowles at Fort Miles which was broadcast nationally on VE-Day 2007.

Jennings has also co-authored a book about Fort Miles with Dr. Gary Wray, a 2007 Governors Tourism Award winner, the proceeds of which he returns to Fort Miles.

Delaware State Parks have enjoyed a significant increase in attendance due to the diverse programs that Lee Jennings developed and the professional staff that he has helped train.

According to Delaware State Parks Director Charles A. Salkin, “The work that Lee has done has improved the visitor experience at Delaware State Parks and helped to fulfill the Division’s mission to bring quality resource-based interpretive and educational services to Delaware.”

As part of the U.S. Route 13/Route 404 project, the Department of Transportation (DelDOT) announces daytime intermittent lane restrictions on Route 404 eastbound/ southbound and Route 13 northbound/ southbound between Route 18 and Rifle Range Road for paving. The work began Monday, April 20 and ends on May 8,

weather permitting.

At all times, one lane will remain open to traffic. Motorists are advised to use caution and expect lane shifts. State Police and flaggers will be on site to direct traffic. Traffic alerts and traveler information are available at deldot.gov or tune to WTMC-AM 1380.

DNREC’s Sediment and Stormwater Program and Watershed Assessment Section will be working with volunteers in several towns within the Chesapeake Bay Watershed in Delaware to mark storm drains with medallions bearing the reminder, “No Dumping. Drains to Waterway.”

These towns include Laurel, Greenwood, Seaford and Bridgeville.

“Drains are marked to remind community residents and businesses not to dump anything down the storm drains, including oil, trash, paint or other pollutants,” said Environmental Scientist Jennifer Volk of the Watershed Assessment Section.

“We are eager to work with the towns and volunteers to implement a practice that will reduce stormwater pollution that would otherwise drain into the Chesapeake Bay.”

Greenwood storm drains will be marked on Friday, May 1 by the Peach Blossom 4-H Club, led by Elaine Webb.

Bridgeville is scheduled for Saturday, May 9 (rain date May 16), where volunteers will consist of the Dublin Hill 4-H Club, led by Carla Killmon, and the Woodbridge High School Key Club, led by Kelli Duncan. Laurel storm drains will be marked on Saturday, June 13. Dates for Seaford are yet to be determined.

Funding will be provided, in full, by the Chesapeake Bay Implementation grant.

Volunteers are needed for the Laurel and Seaford marking events. If you are interested in volunteering with the Chesapeake Bay Watershed storm drain marking initiative in Delaware, contact Jennifer Volk at 302-739-9939.

Lane restrictions on Route 404 Storm drain marking project set

Heritage Shores hosts MS Walk

Heritage Shores in Bridgeville is the site of Walk MS: Twilight Heritage Shores 2009 on Friday, April 24 at 6 p.m.

After the walk, dinner will be served in the clubhouse. Any walker who raises at least $100 will receive a free event t-shirt.

Other prizes will be awarded.

For more information, call 302655-5610 or visit www.delawarewalk.org.

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CFM CLEANS UP HIGHWAY - Callaway, Farnell and Moore, Inc., did its part to clean up the environment on Saturday, March 21. As participants in the Delaware Department of Transportation’s Adopt-A-Highway Program, they collected trash along two miles of Stein Highway (Route 20 West). CFM realtors spent over two hours collecting an entire pick-up truck load of trash and debris. Those participating in the clean-up were Broker Kathy Farnell and Realtors Chris Dukes, Trent Ruark, Randy Hill, Sue Bramhall and Dee Cross (not pictured).

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MORNING STAR • APRIL 23 - 29, 2009

Education Bradley wins scholarship

Jason Bradley, son of Alan and Debbie Bradley of Seaford, and a 2006 graduate of Seaford Christian Academy, recently won a $1,000 scholarship award from the Philly Ad Club for outstanding student achievement in advertising and communications. Bradley, who is a junior at Eastern University in St. Davids, Pa. majoring in Business Management and Marketing, is invited to bring one guest to a private dinner held by the Philly Ad Club in Center City Philadelphia. Philly Ad Club is the largest professional advertising organization in Philadelphia and a member of the American Advertising Federation.

McQuerry named finalist in contest The Delaware Center for the Book and the Delaware Division of Libraries have announced the winners in the Letters About Literature essay contest. Over 530 entries were received statewide.

Ashelyn McQuerry of Phillis Wheatley Middle School in Bridgeville was named a finalist.

Glime graduates from Virginia Tech Christopher Glime of Seaford graduated from Virginia Tech during the fall commencement ceremony held on Dec. 19, 2008. Glime received a bachelor of science degree in geosciences from the College of Science.

Lloyd featured in art show

Kelly Lloyd, daughter of Chris and Linda Lloyd of Delmar, Md., exhibits her work at Salisbury University’s 40th Biannual Art Show, April 10 through 24, in the University Gallery of Fulton Hall.

Lloyd is a senior majoring in art. She is a 2005 graduate of Delmar High School.

For more information call 410-5436030 or visit the SU web site at www. salisbury.edu.

Cooper inducted into honor society On Sunday, April 19, Brittany S. Cooper, a Communication Arts major from Laurel, was inducted into Salisbury University’s Chapter of Phi Eta Sigma, a national college scholastic honor society for freshman. Membership requires a cumulative grade point average of 3.5 or above at the conclusion of the first or second semester of the freshman year at Salisbury University. Brittany is the daughter of Fay Cooper of Laurel and the late Barry Cooper.

Learn to write Japanese verse

Beginning and advanced poets can improve their writing by participating in a course offered by the Creative Writing Center of Delaware. In “Intro to Japanese Verse – A Path to Strengthen Your Poetry,” participants read, study, and write haiku, senryu, haiban and tankas. These exercises and lessons can help poets improve their use of structure and imagery.

The course will be held at the Creative Writing Center Sanctuary Space at Nassau Commons in Lewes on Wednesdays from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., beginning May 6. Course instructor Michael Blaine is an internationally published poet and has taught English for 16 years. For more information about Creative Writing Center courses, contact Shelley Grabel at 302855-5905 or to register, contact Delaware Tech’s Corporate and Community Programs at 302-855-1617.

ART PROJECT - Paula Stapleton and Karla Swarthout co-owners of Eye 4 Glass, LLC studio of Seaford stand next to the glass mosaic project they helped students at Phillis Wheatley Middle School complete for the Woodbridge School District’s “Evening of the Arts” held at Woodbridge High School on April 3. Both artists have worked for more than 17 years creating original glass art pieces and windows for residential clients. They are also involved in the local arts group known as Nanticoke River Arts that sponsors exhibits and shows of artists of all kinds in the greater Seaford community. Working with them on this project was artist Kaurlee Wood (not pictured) of Salisbury, Md.

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Radish receives TRIO awards

A 1998 graduate of the TRIO Upward Bound Math & Science (UBMS) Center at Delaware Technical & Community College, Owens Campus has been selected to receive two 2008 TRIO awards. Ross Radish, a native of Laurel, is the 2008 recipient of the Delaware State TRIO Organization (DSTO) Achiever and Mid-Eastern Association of Educational Opportunity Program Personnel (MEAEOPP) TRIO Achiever Awards. Radish was presented with the awards at the 2009 MEAEOPP Conference which was held the weekend of March 28 in Virginia Beach.

He was nominated by K. Ryan Brown, program manager at the Owens Campus UBMS Center. Brown describes Radish as “a team player and role model for younger students, he is imbued with integrity, independent thinking, and an inner compass set to reach his goals.”

After graduating from Laurel High School in 1998, Radish completed his bachelor of arts in political science and history at Washington College in Chestertown, Md. and his master’s degree in higher education and student affairs at Ohio

State University. He has held positions at Capital University in Columbus, Ohio and University of the Sciences in Philadelphia (USP). Radish is the assistant dean of students and director of student engagement at USP and expects to complete his juris doctorate degree in 2011 from Widener School of Law. He believes that his time in the Upward Bound program helped develop his leadership skills and sense of self.

“As a member of the program, I expanded my horizons through the creation of new relationships with my peers and TRIO professionals,” said Radish.

“These relationships enabled me to develop my skills as a leader and understand what it means to be part of a family of individuals who support you unconditionally.”

Since graduating he has kept in touch with UBMS staff and made himself available as a resource to students.

He was employed during his summer college breaks as an instructional tutor for the program in 1999 and 2000 and also has coordinated tours of Washington College and USP for UMBS students.

He also recruited two UBMS students to

participate in the 2007 Leadership Institute at USP. The mission of the Upward Bound Math & Science Center program is to encourage and assist high school students who are

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and beyond the normal expected behavior in school.” Students earn gift cards, food prizes, and school spirit apparel such as t-shirts and sweatshirts throughout the school year as well as being entered in a drawing to win a larger prize at the end of the year.

Mr. Adams told school board members that the “goal is to increase positive behavior and decrease negative behavior,” and discipline statistics for the school indicate this is happening. Suspensions and other disciplinary measures are down this year as compared to last year. To help address more “minor” infractions such as lateness, cell phone misuse, and uniform infractions, administrators have instituted a lunch detention as well as revising parts of the student code of conduct.

Another initiative that administrators believe will help students is the “Learning Focused Schools” (LFS) program. “This (initiative) focuses what teachers have been doing, and standardizes it,” said Mr. Adams. While not entirely new, the program has been continually “tweaked” and teachers in the district are now using what works best.

“It does not detract from the essential practices we follow, instead it allows us to teach more effectively,” said Mr. Adams.

The Learning Focused Schools model targets five areas that current research in education has shown have a “significant and positive impact on student learning.”

Research conducted by the United States Department of Education has shown that incorporating these learning strategies into the curriculum has helped students learn more effectively and gain percentage points on state tests.

Teachers plan “units” based on the LFS model from the introduction of a new concept to its conclusion. Units are based on what students should “Know, Do, and Understand,” and students work in small groups and “collaborative pairs” as well as in larger classroom settings on a variety of topics and subject areas. Mr. Adams told board members that this instruction method is adaptable to all subject areas, and is not just used for reading, writing and math classes. The third and newest initiative that Woodbridge High School administrators have devised is the Advisor/Advisee program. New students entering the high school are divided into small groups of 12 to 15 students, and a staff person is assigned to oversee that group throughout their four years in high school until they graduate. This program is designed so that advisors monitor the progress of their ad-

Ross Radish (center), 1998 graduate of the TRIO program at Delaware Tech, Owens Campus and recipient of two 2008 TRIO awards stands with Owens Campus TRIO staff members (from left) Dr. Bonnie Hall, senior special programs director; Ryan Brown, program manager; Donna Burtelle, program manager; and Cheryl Miller, program manager.

traditionally underrepresented in postsecondary education due to income or family educational background in preparation for, entry to, and completion of a post-secondary education.

Three new programs help kids succeed in Woodbridge schools In a presentation entitled “Excellence is the Expectation,” Mr. Bob Adams, principal of Woodbridge High School, and the high school’s School Improvement Team (SIT), presented an update on student’s test scores as well as information about various programs offered to students during the April 7th Woodbridge Board of Education meeting held at Woodbridge High School.

Despite student’s scoring below the state average in reading, math, and writing, significant gains were made in each category. Mr. Adams reported that teachers and administrators at Woodbridge High School have implemented three “major initiatives” that are expected to help students continue to be successful academically.

Beginning this year, and continuing over the next two school years, Woodbridge High School has instituted the Positive Behavior Support (PBS), Learning Focused Schools (LFS), and Advisor/Advisee programs. Each program is designed to help students learn not only what they will need for the state tests, but also what being a good community member means.

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Students meet regularly one-on-one with their advisors as well as in their small groups to discuss upcoming tests, grades, time management, discipline issues, study skills, applying for college, and setting personal goals, among other things. Teachers also work with the school’s guidance counselors to help students who have more personal issues they need to address.

Keeping pace with the school’s schedule helps advisors to be “relevant to where they (the students) are in their school year,” and “it helps build a strong bond between staff and students,” said one guidance counselor. “We are responsible to all of our students and they, in turn, are responsible to us.”

Response to this and the other new initiatives has been good among parents, with over 200 parents attending the first parent conferences compared to less than 50 parents last year. School board President, Mr. Paul Breeding commended the teachers, staff, and administrators of Woodbridge High School, and told them that he is very impressed with the Advisor/Advisee program. “I really like this program and what we are doing with it.”

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MORNING STAR • ApRIl 23 - 29, 2009

Playing with fire was entertaining, until...

Growing up in Crisfield, Md., I was far from a fire prevention ony indsor poster child. Unfortunately, like a lot of young people, I was very I had about as much curious about fire. I can remember dad always having an old 55-galknowledge about how lon drum for burning trash. It was to treat a brush fire as orange from rust, with a charcoal rim from the flames that were often I did about building a leaping from the top.

Mom and Dad always warned nuclear reactor. us to not play around the fire. They might just as well told us that the the flames had formed a half circle and smoke was layered with five-dollar were heading for the next door neighbor’s bills. house.

Just as soon as dad went in the house I took the plastic pool and started beatwe were like a bulldog on a ham bone, ing at the flames to try and put them out. frolicking around the burning trash drum Of course the key word here is beating. like buzzards around a deer carcass.

The more I beat, the more wind was creAt first we would find sticks and prod ated. at the burning rubbish, sending glowing Before I knew it the flames covered an ashes into the night sky. Little by little, we area three times the size it had been just would get braver and start to send quickly seconds earlier. constructed paper airplanes into the top of I became frantic. I hollered for my the 55-gallon drum. brother to get some water. He ran to the I recall the time my brother and I were outside spigot and began bringing water playing around the fire drum and a piece and we started a fire brigade. of burning paper leaped out of the drum Some brigade. It was me and my brothand flew six-feet away from the can. It set er and a 12-ounce Donald Duck orange the grass on fire and I immediately ran to juice can. It took a quarter of a second to try and stop the flames. dump the water on the galloping flames Of course I had about as much knowland a minute and a half to go and get some edge about how to treat a brush fire as I more water. did about building a nuclear reactor. I ran It was like the fire alarm rang and Lauand found an old plastic swimming pool rel and Hardy responded. and headed for the flames. By this time

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I started envisioning the fire engines pulling up with hoses and ladders. Only in my vision, a fire engine pulled up and dad got out and beat me with the hoses and ladders. I was scared to death.

All of a sudden, from out of nowhere came a blast of water. Dirt, mud and smoke flew. I turned and my father was using a garden hose to drown the flames.

His only words were “Get up to the house…. NOW!” I recognized the tone of my father’s voice. He was usually holding a belt when he spoke like that and I know what he did with the belt once the words had been spoken.

Here he was holding a 25-foot, triple reinforced, rubber garden hose. There was no way I was going to stay around and wait for what was coming next.

The amazing thing is, dad came back into the house a few minutes later, walked up to me and my brother and said, “You know what I told you about playing around the fire.” He then went into the living room and read his paper.

Now, there would be some who might question this parental reaction. Doesn’t seem too harsh for a couple of heathens who tried to burn down Richardson Avenue.

But, what you might not realize is that dad was very smart. Dad knew that my brother and I were not convinced of what our fate might be.

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So, for the next few weeks, my brother and I were constantly looking over our shoulder. Because with dad, when you least expect it… expect it.

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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.

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La Red Health Center celebrates a decade of growth One after another, the men and women who helped turn an idea into a reality rose to talk about what can happen when enough people believe in the old saying, “Yes, you can.”

A decade ago, the La Red Health Center was little more than a hope and a prayer. Its founders aspired to create a medical oasis for the disenfranchised and uninsured. The goal then was to help recent immigrants and the poor.

No one dared dream that La Red would evolve into a highly respected health care facility that would benefit residents of all ethnic backgrounds from across Sussex County. However, on its eighth anniversary year, La Red’s staff took time to reflect on its growth.

Among them were founders of La Red: Dr. Francisco Rodriguez, a Seaford physician, and Gonzalo Martinez, a former community leader who traveled from Chile to attend a special mid-April event.

“What’s amazing about the center is that it was created for a minority but now it serves a majority,” said Martinez, who lived in Lewes before retuning to his home in Santiago.

They talked about La Red Health Center’s evolution from a tiny clinic that saw only 11 patients in its first month to one that treated almost 1,400 patients in March. Those patients sought a wide variety of services ranging from disease management to cancer screening to mental health counseling.

Martinez said plainly that he was in awe of all that has been accomplished in such a relatively short time. But he was most impressed by the commitment of the staff.

“You can hear passion in their voice and see it in their eyes,” he said. “They believe in La Red’s mission.”

A passion for a cause Gonzalo, a retired lawyer who also helped found several other Hispanicoriented organizations including El Centro Cultural and La Esperanza, knows what passion looks like. He has seen it in action.

At a time when no one was paying attention to the health care needs of the county’s burgeoning influx of Latin American immigrants, he and Rodriguez realized their idea demanded the nearly impossible. They also knew that what seems impossible to some is only a challenge to others and they set to work.

The Hispanic population in Sussex County had grown by more than 350 percent between 1990 and 2000. Martinez and

Rodriguez saw from their daily interactions with immigrants that the newcomers were falling victim to a dangerous medical gap.

They each believed that a low-cost clinic was desperately needed, particularly after the federal government and the state made drastic cuts in Delaware welfare and social service budgets.

Rodriguez shared his concerns about the cuts – and the disastrous effects that would result if health care access were denied to an entire segment of society – with a statewide newspaper in 1996. The rest, as they say, is history.

“It all started with a phone call,” Rodriguez said to the staff at the anniversary celebration. Martinez saw the article and called Rodriguez to say that he too would help ensure that immigrants didn’t fall through the cracks.

Together, they convinced the Medical Society of Delaware to fund their humble beginnings. Under the auspices of La Esperanza, they launched La Red. At that point, it was a 24-hour hotline that facilitated access to medical care for people who could not speak English at all or who spoke very little.

Then they convinced a network of some 25 bilingual physicians to treat patients at discounted rates. The operation was successful but for Martinez and Rodriguez it wasn’t enough.

La Red Health Center has made tremendous leaps and bounds: • In February 2001, the operation transformed to an independent ambulatory care center funded by the Office of Rural Health Policy. The number of patient visits doubled for each of the first three years of the center’s operation.

• In April 2003, La Red Health Center became an independent non-profit organization governed by its own Board of Directors made up of community experts from Public Health, hospital administration and the local business community.

• In April 2005, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services designated La Red Health Center as the only Federally Qualified Health Center in Sussex County, Delaware.

A new vision unfolds Competition is fierce for the Federally Qualified Health Center designation, which enables centers that provide health care in medically underserved areas to get federal money.

Brian Olson, the center’s chief execu-

La Red Health Center founders Sister Rosa Alvarez and Gonzalo Martinez (center) visit with staff: Angel Rivera, Pablo Molina, Marilyn Gonzalez, Catalina Figueroa, Samy Marcelin and Saulo Chavez.

tive officer, said that federal designation was a major turning point for the organization.

In the last five years, it has been able to extend its reach substantially, he said. For instance, the number of unduplicated users more than doubled from 1,847 in 2005 to 4,839 in 2008. That number is expected to grow to more than 6,500 this year.

La Red continues to target the underserved but now that includes a different demographic group.

“We see more and more middle class people who have no insurance and no place to go,” Olson said.

The longer it stays in operation, the more needs that the staff at La Red sees on a regular basis. They have added new services and expanded the staff to almost 50 people. What they can’t find now in their two buildings is space.

“What’s really scary is that we’ve built all of this in rented space. We have no assurance that tomorrow someone won’t say, ‘Okay, it’s time to go,’” said La Red Health Center Medical Director Fabricio Alarcon.

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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.

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.

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.

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Vincent to address League of Women Voters on Nanticoke River dredging The League of Women Voters of Sussex County extends an invitation to its public meeting at 12:30 p.m. on Thursday, April 30, at Pizza King in Seaford.

Michael H. Vincent, County Council member, will provide an update on the Sussex County-sponsored U.S. Corps of Engineers’ Nanticoke River dredging project.

He will explain how the River is used for barge transportation, how its use for commercial transportation is balanced with

the needs of property owners, recreational use, the wetlands, and what will be done with the dredge spoils. Mr. Vincent will also field questions from the audience relating to other County Council issues.

Elected to Council in 2008, Mr. Vincent represents Council District 1, which is comprised of western and central portions of the county.

The meeting is free and open to the public. Attendees are asked to RSVP to Esther Shelton, president, at 645-1797 or

eshelton01@comcast.net.

For LWV meeting and membership information, visit www.sussexlwv.org or call 302-644-7650.

The League of Women Voters, a nonpartisan political organization, encourages informed and active participation in government, works to increase understanding of major public policy issue, and influences public policy through education and advocacy. Membership in the League is open to men and women of all ages.

The Central Delaware Chamber’s Eighth Annual 55+ Expo, scheduled for Thursday, April 30 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Dover Downs Hotel and Casino, will feature a variety of informative programs throughout the day as well as entertainment and 90 exhibitors promoting their products and services.

55+ Expo Schedule of Events 9 a.m. - Free tomato plants from the

Kent County Master Gardeners will be given away at their booth at the entrance to the Exhibit Hall. The Master Gardeners educate the public about gardening and natural resources.

9 a.m. – 4 p.m. - Health & Wellness Center features blood pressure checks by Delaware State University Nursing Students, facial screenings, foot screenings, and information tables in Chesapeake

Room A 10 a.m. - Bingo games with opportunities to win prizes will be hosted by WSFS Bank. You will also learn more about their reverse mortgage program in Silver Lake Room B.

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Job Loss Team plans workshops Late last fall after the announcement that Invista was going to be laying off a few hundred people, area clergy and lay persons from the Western Sussex region met to determine how to support those who are experiencing unemployment and difficulty in finding work.

In January, a prayer service was held at Mt. Olivet United Methodist Church, and two weeks later a very large job fair was organized at the Western Sussex Boys and Girls Club. Two hundred fifty people attended, and exit surveys suggested that additional help was needed.

Discerning that sustained assistance would be necessary for several months, the Job Loss Response Team, with a mission statement of offering spiritual support, training and information resources, has developed workshops based on the best selling book by Richard Nelson Bolles, “What Color is Your Parachute?” for those who are unemployed or underemployed.

Topics and dates include: • Five Best Ways to Hunt for a Job and How to Deal With Roadblocks, April 29 • Developing Resumes & Contacts, May 6

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• How to Start Your Own Business, June 3 All workshops will take place on Wednesdays from 10 a.m. to noon at the Virginia Crest Village Community Room located off Virginia Avenue down from the Seaford Police Station.

These workshops are free with instructional materials provided. A variety of facilitators will be leading the sessions along with others providing spiritual and counseling support. Materials describing other forms of assistance will also be available.

Preregistration is preferred as seating is limited. To pre-register, call Susan Kent at 302-745-1935 or email susankent@yahoo. com. Registrations will also be taken at the Greater Seaford Chamber of Commerce Job & Job Resource Fair at Seaford High School on Thursday, April 23 from 2 to 6 p.m. at the Job Loss Response Team booth.

Individuals from Western Sussex and adjoining areas are invited to participate.

Horsey Family Celebrity Golf Classic at Heritage Shores

The Horsey Family Youth Foundation will host the 5th Annual HFYF Celebrity Golf Classic at Heritage Shores Golf & Country Club on Thursday, May 20 and Friday, May 21. The event features a meet and greet with the celebrities followed by dinner and a live auction on Thursday, May 20 at 6 p.m.

The golf action will take place with a shotgun start on Friday, May 21. Each team will be paired with a sports celebrity for a round of golf. Some of the celebrities this year include Rich Gannon, Brooks Robinson, Tippy Martinez, Ray Perkins, Tom Matte and many more!

Dinner tickets and golf teams are still available. For more information, contact Dale Webb at 302-841-5120.

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“The continued relative stability of gas prices is good news for consumers, as people struggle with the effects of the recession on their pocketbooks,” said Catherine L. Rossi, manager of Public and Government Affairs, AAA Mid-Atlantic. “Motorists should see stable and relatively low gas prices at the pump this summer, in some case, half of what they were paying for gas last year. In all likelihood, we will see gas edge up by mere pennies in the coming days.”

Week in review The good news for consumers continued last week with gas prices relatively unchanged. For the third consecutive week and only the third time since November 17, 2008, gasoline was above $2.00 per gallon this week, according to the Energy Information Administration (EIA).

The average U.S. retail price for regular grade gasoline held steady at $2.05 per gallon all week.

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1 p.m. - Cooking Show by Dover Downs chefs: Jon Boggs, sous chef of Michelle’s Restaurant, Jamie Doerfler, pastry chef, and Ludovic Bezy, sous chef of Garden Café near the stage in Exhibit Hall.

3 p.m. - Our Lady Queen of Peace senior dancers from Washington, D.C. entertain with their spirit and dance/movement. They will perform on the stage in the Exhibit Hall.

Free shuttle service will be available from Dover Downs parking lots to the Rollins Center. There is no admission fee for the event. Call the Central Delaware Chamber of Commerce at 302-734-7513 for more information.

The Week Ahead With the arrival of spring, many motorists are beginning to think about their summer travel plans. Unlike the record-breaking summer of 2008, the Energy Information Administration (EIA) says regular grade gasoline is expected to average $2.23 a gallon during the April-throughSeptember driving season, which is more than $1.50 cheaper than last summer.

However, if the economy begins to recover earlier and stronger than expected by the EIA, prices of both crude oil and gasoline could be higher than projected.

Crude oil fell below the $50 mark in trading last week, the biggest weekly decline since February, amid forecasts the recession will curb demand at a time when U.S. inventories are already at their highest in almost 19 years.

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Police Journal Preston man is charged with series of drug store robberies

Randell L. Patrick, 33, of Preston Md., has been charged with robbery 1st degree, possession of a deadly weapon during the commission of a felony, aggravated menacing (3 counts) and wearing a disguise during the commission of a felony.

Seaford Police said that on Dec. 28, 2008, at about 5:10 a.m. Seaford officers responded to a report of a robbery at the Walgreens on Sussex Highway, Seaford.

Officers determined that an unknown white male entered the store and displayed a black handgun. The suspect ordered the store employees to the ground and obtained an assortment of prescription drugs from the pharmacy. The suspect then fled the scene on foot.

On April 20, 2009, the defendant was taken into custody by the Delaware State Police after robbing a Happy Harry’s in the Lewes area.

As a result of further investigation by the Seaford Police Department Criminal Investigations Division, warrants were obtained for the defendant for the Dec. 28 robbery of the Walgreen’s in Seaford.

The defendant was taken before the Justice of the Peace Court 3 in Georgetown and committed to the Department of Corrections in lieu of $80,000 cash bond.

The Delaware State Police had arrested Patrick for a robbery he committed at the Happy Harry’s on Savannah road in Lewes. Subsequent to his arrest, he was found to have committed several additional robberies in Sussex County and Easton, MD. The arrest was made after troopers responded to the Happy Harry’s Monday morning at approximately 5:44 a.m. after 911 was called reporting a male wearing a mask, sweatshirt and jeans entered the store armed with a black handgun and robbed the pharmacist of prescription medications.

During the course of the robbery, the suspect pointed the weapon at an employee and threatened to shoot her.

After complying with the demands of the robber and giving him Oxycontin pills, he fled the area in a 1997 white Plymouth mini-van.

Employees were able to get the Maryland registration on the vehicle and supply that to the 911 operators who shared that with troopers who were searching the area for the suspect vehicle.

A patrol trooper assigned to Troop 7 located the min-van on New Road in the area of Nassau Road and attempted a traffic stop.

The vehicle, which matched the description of the suspect vehicle and displayed the same registration provided by the witnesses, failed to stop for police and fled northbound on Coastal Highway.

Additional troopers were able to deploy stop sticks on the roadway just south of State Route 16. The min-van drove over them causing the driver to pull over and surrender to police.

As detectives continued with the investigation, they learned that Patrick was responsible for committing several additional robberies of Happy Harry’s and Walgreens.

DSP detectives have positively linked him to two additional robberies at the

same location in Lewes on March 6, 2009 and July 15, 2008, the Seaford Walgreens on December 28, 2008 and two Happy Harry’s robberies in Easton, MD on May 30, 2008 and February 15, 2009.

As a result of the arrest, DSP has arrested Patrick for the three robberies that occurred within Lewes. As such, he was charged with three counts of robbery 1st degree, 6 counts of aggravated menacing, nine counts of possession of a firearm during commission of a felony and three counts of wearing a disguise during commission of a felony.

Maryland authorities are working with DSP detectives and will be responsible for filing charges for the crimes committed within their jurisdictions.

State Police said Patrick was committed to the Sussex Correctional Institution in lieu of a $455,000 cash only bail.

Man arrested for cyberstalking

On Wednesday, April 15, the Office of the Attorney General, with assistance from University of Delaware Police, New Castle County Police, and Wilmington Police, arrested a 42-year-old Bear man for stalking women using the web.

The investigation revealed that over the past two years Richard McCullough used the Internet to stalk women in Delaware.

McCullough made contact with his victims using the fictitious names of JToms, Kevin and John.

McCullough was arraigned and committed to Howard Young Correctional Institution for failure to post $50,000 cash bail.

The investigation continues. Anyone with information about this case is urged to contact Investigator Brian Daly at the Attorney General’s Office at 302-5778500.

Tanker driver arrested for leak

The driver of a tanker truck that spilled gasoline and diesel fuel in an accident on April 5 was arrested and charged with causing the discharge of a water pollutant.

The accident, in which a loaded gasoline tanker overturned, occurred at 9:30 a.m. on Sunday, April 5, on the Route 1 Lorewood Grove exit ramp just south of the Roth Bridge over the C&D Canal.

The driver, who was trapped in his truck for more than two hours, was later cited by the Delaware State Police for unsafe speed, which was the cause of the accident.

Members of the DNREC Emergency Response Team (ERT) responded to the accident scene to monitor the truck and its contents while emergency crews struggled to free the driver. With rescue operations in progress, the tanker began to build pressure and developed leaks which the team members secured to ensure the safety of the emergency workers.

Mr. Statts pled guilty on April 13 to causing the release of a water pollutant and was fined $100 plus court costs in Justice of the Peace Court 11 in New Castle.

To report environmental crimes, call DNREC’s 24-hour environmental complaint line at 800-662-8802.

Laurel Police Update

On April 9 at 2:20 p.m. a suspect broke into the manager’s office and the main office at Bargain Bills in Laurel. While in

the offices, the suspect allegedly stole an undisclosed amount of money and walked out the front door.

The Laurel Police Department is trying to find the suspect. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Laurel Police Department at 302-875-2244 or Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333.

On April 16 at 9:08 a.m. Laurel Police

stopped a Ford F150 for a traffic violation. Officers asked the driver to exit the vehicle at which time they located a smoking device. After further search of the vehicle, officers located a small amount of marijuana. The driver, Michael Trice, 23, of Seaford, was arrested without incident. Trice was charged with possession of marijuana and drug paraphernalia. He was released on a criminal summons.

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SUSSEX COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD MEMBER ELECTIONS TUESDAY, MAY 12, 2009 ALL TERMS BEGIN JULY 1, 2009 POLLS OPEN: 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM

DELMAR SCHOOL DISTRICT - FIVE YEAR TERM For Board Member Jason Robert Coco Vote for One (1) Charles S. Smith

DELMAR SCHOOL DISTRICT - THREE YEAR TERM Gregory A.C athell For Board Member Jeffrey T. Fleetwood, Sr. Vote for One (1) Wayne F. Moore Phillip W. Thompson

Polling Location: Delmar High School, 200 N. Eighth Street, Delmar

LAUREL SCHOOL DISTRICT - FIVE YEAR TERM LoisH artstein For Board Member Benjamin J. Hudson Vote for One (1) Laurence Edward Jestice, Jr.

Polling Location: Laurel High School, 1133 South Central Ave., Laurel

SEAFORD SCHOOL DISTRICT - FIVE YEAR TERM Douglas E. Collins For Board Member Kathryn H.Ki mpton Vote for One (1) Richard E.W illiams

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WOODBRIDGE SCHOOL DISTRICT - FIVE YEAR TERM For Board Member Alice Jeanne Matsinger Vote for One (1) Willie Lee Savage, II

Polling Locations : Woodbridge High School, 308 Laws Street, Bridgeville; Woodbridge Elem. School, Sussex Highway, Greenwood Voters must be a Bona Fide Resident of the School District, a Citizen of the United States of America and 18 years of age or older. Proof of identity will ber equired.

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Going once, going twice, sold! - to the woman with the shaking knees

Even before she saw it, my sister knew that she wanted the lamp. For ynn arks years, she had wanted a table lamp with a reverse-painted glass shade, “They are still similar to the one that sat on our looking at it,” my sister, grandmother’s television when we were children. And here one was, concerned, watched a advertised as part of an area auction man and woman who set for Saturday evening. were showing inordinate As soon as she saw the ad, my sister called and asked if I would be interest in the lamp. “Why don’t they go sit down?” interested in going to the sale with her. I love going to auctions, I told her, even when I don’t plan on buy“That means that no dealers will be intering anything. You never know what you ested,” she declared. might find, and you always hope that that After looking over the rest of the merperfect item - something you have always chandise, we took our seats on a set of wanted but have never been able to afford - bleachers at the back of the room. As the goes on the auction block and all the other sale progressed, there was little order to bidders there decide that they aren’t interhow items went up for auction. Old dresser ested in it. That actually happened once, sets from one side of the lamp were sold, at an auction my husband and I attended and from the other side, numerous pieces several years ago. A large glass bowl that of Fostoria glass, American pattern. Still, I had recognized as having been made by the lamp sat there, advertising itself to all.

Blenko Glass in Milton, W.Va., (the sticker “They are still looking at it,” my sister, on the bottom was a dead give-away) went concerned, watched a man and woman on the block near the end of the sale and who were showing inordinate interest in the auctioneer, hungry, perhaps, or tired the lamp. “Why don’t they go sit down?” and ready to get home, simply called it “art Finally, with no previous indication that glass.” I got the bowl for my first bid, and he would do so, one of the auctioneer’s the only bid the auctioneer received, of $2. helpers walked over to the lamp and picked On the other hand, there was that time it up off the stand. “And here we have that I was bidding on colored glass salt one of the highlights of the auction,” ancellars and I didn’t realize that the prices nounced the auctioneer.

I was agreeing to — $5, $5.50, $6, $6.50 “I suppose everyone is here just for - were for each cellar, not for the whole that,” my sister muttered. collection of nearly a dozen. I won the The bidding started at $150, from somebid, the auctioneer asked me how many I one on the other side of the room. We wanted - all of them, of course! - and my aren’t clear exactly how it progressed — I bill at the end of the sale was considerably think we were both holding our breath and higher than I had expected. Good thing I the details are kind of fuzzy — but at the had taken my checkbook. My sister and I end, my sister was the proud owner of a arrived at Saturday’s sale in plenty of time reverse-painted lamp, for only $200. to examine the lamp and to look over all She and I both clapped. The auctionthe other merchandise offered. She spotted eer, seeing our joy, joined in briefly, then the light as soon as we walked in the door, moved onto the next item. A few minutes even before she had registered as a potenlater, my sister called our parents to tell tial buyer. It was sitting high on a stand, its them that she had got the lamp and my two light bulbs both on. “Oh, I was hoping husband, at their house for the evening, that they would have it tucked away some- answered the phone. “She was breathless,” where and no one would see it,” she said. my husband said later, when we were all A closer look confirmed that she did in sitting in the dining room, admiring the fact like it. The cord was new, both pull new purchase. chains, each one to turn off and on one “I have to tell you, my knees were shakbulb, were working and the painting on the ing,” my sister admitted. And that’s why, shade, featuring three buildings, one with when the next interesting auction comes a Dutch-style windmill, was lovely. There along, my sister and I will both probably was one chip along the bottom edge of be there. Getting the lamp you want: $200. the shade, something my sister welcomed.

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Delmar Fire Department pitcher Ean Marvel recorded 13 strikeouts in his team’s win last Saturday. Marvel also had a hit and drove in a pair while teammate Kavon Trader had two hits and two RBIs in the victory. Photo by Mike McClure

Laurel Star Little League scoreboard (for the week of 4/20)

Laurel lefty Branden Fischer prepares to deliver a pitch during his team’s home win over Smyrna last Thursday. Fischer allowed one run on three hits and struck out eight. Photo by Mike McClure

Delmar Little League- Major League baseballDelmar Fire Department 4, Delmar VFW 0- Ean Marvel struck out 13 in six innings and added a hit and two RBIs for the Delmar Fire Department. Kavon Trader also went 2-2 with two RBIs and Roland Parsons and Dustin Wolfgang each had hits in the win.

Coaches- Send your scores, results, and pictures to the Laurel Star at sports@ mspublications.com. You can also send information to 302-629-9243 (f).

Laurel baseball team rallies for six runs in 7-1 win over Smyrna

By Mike McClure

The Laurel varsity baseball team scored six runs in the fifth and sixth innings to break a 1-1 tie in last Thursday’s home win over Smyrna. The Bulldogs moved to 6-1 with the 7-1 win over the Eagles.

Laurel starter Branden Fischer struck out four and allowed two hits in the first two innings. Laurel put one run on the board in the bottom of the second when Fischer and Jake Dubinski walked, Dylan Shockley was hit by a pitch, and Josh Kosiorowski walked to force in a run.

Fischer worked a 1-2-3 third inning, but Smyrna knotted the score in the fourth on a one out walk, an error, and a single.

Laurel’s bats heated up in the bottom of the fifth as Kosiorowski singled and scored a run, Kyle Brown walked and crossed the plate, Chris Cutsail singled and scored, and Brandon Hearne doubled in a pair before scoring the final run for a 5-1 Laurel lead.

The Bulldogs added some insurance runs in the sixth with Cutsail delivering a two-run single to score Shockley (walk) and Brown (walk). Fischer allowed one Continued on page 42

COLLEGE SIGNING- Sussex Tech senior Jenna Allen of Laurel is shown with her parents, Jeff and Jan Allen during Monday’s press conference at the school. Allen signed a letter of intent to attend Shippensburg University, which will make her the third Raven softball player to play there. See story on page 40. Photo by Mike McClure

Laurel’s Chris Cutsail takes a lead off second base during last week’s home contest against Smyrna. Photo by Mike McClure

MAKING THE TAG- Laurel first baseman Mariah Dickerson looks to tag out a Smyrna runner during last week’s game in Laurel. Photo by Mike McClure

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Sussex Tech senior Jenna Allen signed a letter of intent to attend Shippensburg University during a press conference last week. Shown (l to r) are: seated - father Jeff Allen, mother Jan Allen, Jenna, and Shippensburg softball coach Bob Brookens; standing- Sussex Tech Assistant Principal Dr. Kevin Dickerson, brother Justin Allen, Sussex Tech softball coach John Marvel, Shippensburg softball assistant pitching coach and 2004 Sussex Tech graduate Danielle Shields, and Sussex Tech Superintendent Dr. Pat Savini.

RAIDERS AND ROYALS- Delmarva Christian shortstop Emily Pentoney tags Woodbridge’s Nikki Walls out at second during last Friday’s game. Below, Woodbridge’s Doug Coppock dives head first into home plate for a run in one of his team’s home wins last week. Photos by Mike McClure

Jenna Allen signs letter of intent to attend Shippensburg University

By Mike McClure

Sussex Tech senior Jenna Allen of Laurel held a press conference on Monday during which she signed a letter of intent to attend Shippensburg University.

Allen, who becomes the third Raven softball player to join the university’s softball team in the last five years, will major in exercise science.

“It’s really a relief (picking a school).

Knowing that I’m going to play softball in college makes it really exciting. I’m ready to take the next step in my life,” said Allen, who added that she was looking for a school with strong academics as well as a quality softball team. She also liked the Raider softball team’s cohesiveness.

“She’s worked hard for this,” Jenna’s father, Jeff, added. “It’s a nice campus.

Everything’s so structured there. The atmosphere is going to help her.”

Allen will join former teammate Hope Cornell who is currently a sophomore at the school. Sussex Tech graduate Danielle Shields, also of Laurel, graduated from Shippensburg last December and is now the softball team’s pitching coach.

“We feel very good about that (the number of Sussex Tech players who have gone on to Shippensburg) because we really like their program. It’s a great family atmosphere,” said Sussex Tech varsity softball coach John Marvel. “We look for good places to send them.”

Marvel said the school offers a safe environment, good academics and a high Division II softball program.

“I don’t have any regrets going to Shippensburg. It was one of the best decisions I’ve ever made,” Shields said.

“I’m there for them (Cornell and Allen).

I couldn’t get over telling them how great of a school it is.”

Shields said the biggest adjustment she had to make coming out of high school was being away from her family. Now she is adjusting to life after the game.

“I’ve enjoyed it (coaching). I do miss being out there on the field but as long as I’m still around it I’m happy,” said Shields.

Allen joins co-captain Brooke Tull,

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who will attend Seton Hall University following graduation, and a number of other Sussex Tech softball players who have moved on to the collegiate level.

“Jenna has been a joy ever since she got here. She’s just pleasant and is always looking to do what needs to be done (to help the team),” Marvel said. “She kind of held us together when Brooke was hurt. She’s having a great season so far.”

Shippensburg softball coach Bob Brookens said he knew Allen was a perfect fit for his program when he met her (and her family). He added that Allen’s personality, smile, love for life, love for the game, and desire to be the best she can be in the classroom and on the field got his attention.

“I look for a lot of those things from our players because we’re going to be spending a lot of time together,” said Brookens. “She’s without a doubt going to come in and help us succeed the next four years.”

Jenna’s mother, Jan, credited Sussex Tech and Marvel with helping her daughter get to where she is today.

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Presented by the Greater Seaford Chamber of Commerce and The Seaford Historical Society, Seaford Heritage Weekend is May 22-24, 2009.

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Laurel Stars of the Week

Male Co-Athlete of the WeekBranden Fischer- Laurel High Laurel starting pitcher Branden Fischer allowed one run on three hits and struck out eight in six innings in last Thursday’s 7-1 win over Smyrna.

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Male Co-Athlete of the WeekChris Cutsail- Laurel High Laurel center fielder Chris Cutsail collected three hits, scored a run, and drove in a pair during the Bulldogs’ 7-1 win over the Eagles last week in Laurel.

Honorable mention- Melissa Trout- Sussex Tech; Brooke Tull- Sussex Tech; Kelsey Doherty- Sussex Tech; Lauren Smith- Sussex Tech; Emily Pentoney- Delmarva Christian; Dylan Shupe- Delmar; Jeff Fleetwood- Delmar; Mark TimmonsDelmar; Chad Porter- Delmar; Geoffrey Wells- Delmar; Kevin Trader- Delmar; Brandon Hearne- Laurel; Josh Kosiorowski- Laurel; Cody Jones- Salisbury Christian; Ike Lewis- Salisbury Christian; David Fluharty- Sussex Tech; Justin Allen- Sussex Tech; Sam Grahovac- Sussex Tech; Derrick Elzey- Delmarva Christian

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Jenna Cahall beats out an infield single during the Laurel varsity softball team’s home contest against Smyrna last Thursday. Photo by Mike McClure

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Laurel Star varsity sports schedules for April 23-29

Thursday, April 23- baseball- Laurel at Milford, 4:15 p.m.; Sussex Tech home vs.

Salesianum, 4:15 p.m.; softball- Laurel at Milford, 4:15 p.m.; golf- Laurel at Delmar, 3:30 p.m., Sussex Tech home vs. Sussex Central, 3:30 p.m.; girls’ soccer- Delmar at Woodbridge, 4 p.m., Sussex Tech at Caesar Rodney, 7 p.m.

Friday, April 24- baseball- Delmar at Woodbridge, 4:15 p.m., Sussex Tech at Polytech, 4:15 p.m.; softball- Delmar at Woodbridge, 4:15 p.m., Sussex Tech at Polytech, 4:15 p.m.; girls’ lacrosse- Sussex Tech home vs. Gunston, 4 p.m.; boys’ lacrosseDelmar at Salisbury School, 4 p.m.; golf- Delmar and Delmarva Christian at Campus Community, 3:30 p.m.

Saturday, April 25- baseball- ; softball- Laurel at Caravel, TBA; Sussex Tech home vs. Archbishop Spalding, 1 p.m.;Monday, April 27- baseball- Delmar home vs. Dover, 4:15 p.m.; softball- Delmar home vs. Dover, 4:15 p.m.; girls’ lacrosse- Sussex Tech at Caesar Rodney, 4 p.m.

Tuesday, April 28- baseball- Laurel at Indian River, 4:15 p.m.; Delmar at Lake Forest, 4:15 p.m., Sussex Tech at Cape Henlopen, 4:15 p.m.; softball- Laurel at Indian River, 4:15 p.m., Delmar at Lake Forest, 4:15 p.m., Sussex Tech at Cape Henlopen, 4:15 p.m.; golf- Laurel home vs. Dover, 3:30 p.m., Delmar home vs. Milford, 3:30 p.m., Woodbridge at Sussex Tech, 3:30 p.m.; track and field- Laurel and Sussex Central at Milford, 3:30 p.m., Sussex Tech, Polytech, and Delmarva Christian at Lake Forest, 3:30 p.m.; girls’ soccer- Laurel at Milford, 5:30 p.m., Sussex Tech home vs. St. Thomas More, 7 p.m., Delmar at Red Lion, 4 p.m.; boys’ lacrosse- Delmar at Campus Community, 4 p.m.

Wednesday, April 29- golf- Sussex Tech at Polytech, 3:30 p.m.; boys’ lacrosseDelmar home vs. Cape Henlopen, 5:30 p.m., Sussex Tech at Sussex Central, 4 p.m.; girls’ lacrosse- home vs. St. Thomas More, 4 p.m.

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Laurel second baseman Brittney Brittingham, left, throws the ball to first base during her team’s 3-2 loss to Smyrna last week. Above, Laurel center fielder Alexis Oliphant throws the ball to second base. Photo by Mike McClure

Delmar baseball team defeats Washington, Indian River

The Delmar varsity baseball team moved to 3-2 in the Henlopen Conference and 6-3 overall with a 12-2 win over Washington and a 3-1 victory over Indian River last week.

On Thursday, the Wildcats collected nine hits and starting pitcher Mark Timmons (1-0) allowed five hits in five innings for the win. Chad Porter hit a three-run home run in the first inning, Geoffrey Wells also homered in the game, and Jeff Fleetwood had two hits including a double and two RBIs. David Webster also went 2-4, Dylan Shupe doubled, and Drew Merrill doubled and pitched a scoreless sixth inning.

On Friday, Delmar pitcher Dylan Shupe allowed one run and three hits while striking out 11 in his team’s 3-1 win over Indian River on Friday. Shupe also had a two-run single in the top of the third to help pace the Wildcats. Kevin Trader also collected a pair of hits for Delmar.

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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 recently.

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.

Laurel’s Tyler Webb comes home with a pitch during his team’s win over Smyrna last Thursday. Webb pitched a scoreless inning in the 7-1 win. Photo by Mike McClure Sussex Tech freshman Cassidy Taylor of Laurel delivers a pitch during a home win earlier this season. Photo by Mike McClure

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Laurel lefty Jake Dubinski stands at the plate during his team’s home win over Smyrna last week. Photo by Mike McClure

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Laurel baseball continued run on three hits and struck out eight in six innings before giving way to Tyler Webb who worked a scoreless seventh inning to seal the win.

“He (Fischer) threw a good game. The pitching did a great job,” Laurel head coach Jerry Mears said.

Fischer also went 1-2 with a pair of walks; Cutsail had two hits and a run; Hearne doubled and scored a run; Brown drew a pair of walks and scored two runs; and Kosiorowski went 1-2 with a walk, a run, and an RBI. Mears said his team started hitting and moving runners in the fifth inning. He is looking for his team to play better baseball in upcoming games against Delmar and Milford.

Thursday’s game was played thanks to the effort of David Brown, who helped Mears by pumping water off the field.

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A view from the cheap seats

By Mike McClure, Star Sports Editor

Dustin Wolfgang of Delmar Fire Company moves to third base as the Delmar VFW defense looks to make a play during last Saturday’s opening day game. Photo by Mike McClure

One of the two Delmar Fire Department baseball teams takes infield prior to the start of games last weekend on the little league’s opening day. Photo by Mike McClure

Delmar VFW pitcher Shelton Gray delivers a pitch during his team’s game last Saturday in Delmar. Photo by Mike McClure

We lost a legend last week when Harry Kalas, the longtime voice of the Phillies and NFL Films, passed away.

Phillies’ fans and baseball fans from across the country have fond memories of the Kalas, who was famous for his “That ball is out of here” calls of home runs, and I’m no different.

Growing up in Eastern Pennsylvania, Kalas, Richie Ashburn, and the other Philadelphia announcers served as the soundtrack of my childhood.

I often monopolized the TV (yes we only had one at the time and I was my dad’s remote control). I liked to watch sitcoms and my dad watched any sport that was on TV (unfortunately that included fishing). But there is one thing we could agree on, the Phillies.

As an only child I sometimes had to entertain myself and would often run out in the back yard and play wiffleball, doing my own version of Harry’s home run call as the ball sailed over the fence and into the neighbor’s yard.

I never had the pleasure of meeting Harry Kalas, although anyone who heard him call a game couldn’t help feeling like they did know him. In a way he helped me get where I am today.

When I was in high school my grades were not as good as they should have been because I didn’t place as high of a priority on studying as I did playing basketball. My dad suggested I go to college for communications and become

a broadcaster, citing the aforementioned backyard wiffleball “broadcasts”.

That sounded good to me, so I concentrated on my studies the final two years in high school and did just that. In the end broadcasting didn’t stick, but it led me to the newspaper business. Harry Kalas will be missed by many.

Opening Day- You couldn’t ask for better weather than what we got last Saturday on opening day in Delmar.

The Laurel Little League, celebrating its 50th year, will hold its opener this Saturday. The parade is slated to start at 9 a.m. with opening ceremonies to follow around 9:45 or 10. The league will have chicken BBQ this year, so come out and support the little league.

New coach- American Legion manager Gary Waller is stepping down after 11 years at the helm of the Sussex West team. Waller, who has managed the team since its start, will be replaced by Steve Hearn. I’ve had the pleasure of covering the Patriots for most of those 11 years and have enjoyed working with Gary.

Quick hits- Next week’s Star will have a story on “Punk” Callaway who will be inducted into the Delaware Sports Hall of Fame in May. As an Orioles’ and Phillies’ fan I couldn’t pass this up, the Washington Nationals not only can’t win, they can’t spell. Their jerseys say “Natinals”. I guess when it rains it pours.

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Delaware Tech-Owens softball team wins five of six in weekend contests The Delaware Technical and Community College, Owens campus, softball team won five of six games last weekend.

The Roadrunners took both ends of a doubleheader against County College of Morris last Friday. Erin Tingle struck out seven in seven innings and allowed one run on six hits in the win. Kelsey Riggleman went 4-4; Amanda Horsey, Tingle, and Kim Owens each doubled; and Chloe Vescovi went 2-3 with a pair of doubles.

Results were not available from DelTech’s win in the second game.

Delaware Tech also swept a pair from Burlington on Saturday, winning a pair of 4-1 contests. In game one, Tingle moved to 10-4 as she struck out 10 in seven in-

nings and allowed one run on five hits.

Riggleman went 2-4 with a double and Ashlyn Booth doubled.

In game two, Vescovi advanced to 7-3 with the win, Horsey batted 2-4 with a double, Kristine Jackson was 3-3, and Jenna Adkins went 2-2.

The Roadrunners edged Brookdale Community College, 9-8, in game one on Sunday. Tingle earned the win, Booth doubled, Riggleman and Horsey each had a pair of hits including a double, Owens went 4-4, and Mindi Wheatley homered.

Brookdale won the second game, 115, as DelTech fell to 25-9 with the loss.

Riggleman went 3-4 with a double and a home run and Vescovi doubled.

Delaware Tech-Owens baseball is undefeated in Region 19

The Delaware Technical and Community College, Owens campus, baseball team remained undefeated in Region 19 play with a pair of wins against Mercer County College on Friday, April 10.

Bobby Milham threw four shutout innings, allowing three hits while striking out three in the Roadrunners’ 7-2 win over Mercer in the second game of a doubleheader.

Korey Hearn allowed no runs on one hit while striking out two in one and one third innings while James Reeser pitched one and one third innings and struck out three with no runs and one hit.

Mike Adams added a home run and Nate Martin went 2-2 with a triple for DelTech.

Delaware Tech hosts tournament at Baywood Greens

The golf team at Delaware Technical and Community College, Owens Campus hosted a Region 19 golf tournament at Baywood Greens in Long Neck on April 2.

The tournament results were: Burlington Community College (N.J.) 308, Ocean County College (N.J.) 326, Delaware Tech-Owens 333, Camden County College (N.J.) 348, and Salem County College (N.J.) 421.

The team for Delaware Tech includes Nick Shevland, Millsboro; Collin Gilespie, Germantown, Md.; Alex Hatter, Rehoboth Beach; Donald Ernakovich, Lewes; John Nehrbas, Millsboro; Brennen Ralph, Delmar; Jacob Hayes, Bridgeville; John Kellam Sr. and Travis Parker, Lewes. Tom Jackson is head coach of the Roadrunners golf team.

Ernakarich finished at 77, Parker shot a 81, Gillespie had an 84, Hatter and Shevland finished at 91, and Ralph shot a 101.

Raven Roundup- Boys’ lacrosse, baseball teams earn wins

By Mike McClure

The Sussex Tech boys’ lacrosse and baseball teams each picked up wins last week while the softball team went 1-1 last Saturday.

The Ravens’ boys’ lacrosse team earned an 11-8 non-conference win over Newark last Thursday. David Fluharty had five goals and one assist, Orlando Theiss added two goals and an assist, John Powell netted a pair of goals, Ben Bateman contributed a goal and two Justin Allen had a pair of hits including a triple and scored three runs and Sam Grahovac hit a two-run home run to lead the Sussex Tech baseball team to a 15-1 win over St. Thomas More last Friday.

Brooke Tull collected a pair of hits including a double and earned the win in the Lady Ravens’ 11-0 win over Mount St. Dominic on Saturday. Kelsey Doherty had two runs and two hits and Lauren Smith doubled and drove in two as Sussex Tech bounced back from a 6-1 loss to Caravel earlier in the day.

Allen continued

“Coming here (Sussex Tech) has helped prepare her, it’s like a mini college,” Mrs. Allen said.

Brookens compared Sussex Tech’s family atmosphere to that of his school’s.

Jenna said Sussex Tech provided her with a challenge, something she is looking for

at Shippensburg as well. She also credited Marvel with helping her to work hard.

“I think he’s helped me become the person I am today,” she said. “I’m sad that the year’s ending. I feel like I’ve done my best in high school, I’ve played to my potential, and I’m going to do the same in college. I’m nervous, but I’m excited.”

Salisbury Christian baseball defeats Greenwood Mennonite The Salisbury Christian baseball team earned a 12-1 win over Greenwood Mennonite last Thursday. Cody Jones struck out 14 and had a single and a double in the win.

Stephen Lambrose added two singles and two RBIs, Ike Lewis had two hits including a double and two RBIs, and Adam Smith collected a pair of hits and drove in two.

Vincent Borders was handed the loss for the Flames.

Seaford Recreation Department prepares for softball season

The Seaford Recreation Department is preparing 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. There will be coach’s meetings scheduled at a later date. Entry fees will be determined based on the number of teams in the league.

Make your presence known in the Salisbury with the SWING OF THE BAT- The Royals’ Tyler Troyer swings the bat during Delmarva Christian’s game against Woodbridge last week. Photo by Mike McClure

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Seaford/Laurel Star varsity spring sports scoreboard

Delmar senior Shannon Wilson, left, had a key RBI triple to help her team to a road win on Tuesday. Wildcat pitcher Danielle McWilliams allowed just one run on one hit in the victory. Photos by Mike McClure

Delmar softball tops Laurel, 3-1, despite late inning rally

By Mike McClure

The young Delmar varsity softball team picked up a key conference win with a 3-1 victory over Laurel on Tuesday.

“That’s a huge win. They came together as a team and I hope this may be a turning point for us,” Delmar head coach Michelle Niblett said.

Each team left runners on base early on before the Wildcats got on the board in the top of the third on an RBI triple by Shannon Wilson which scored Mallory Elliott (first on error).

In the fourth, Carlee Budd singled and scored on an RBI triple by Caroline Phillips.

Phillips came home on a single by Bethany Wheatley to make it 3-0.

Jenna Cahall singled in the first inning for Laurel’s only hit against Delmar pitcher Danielle McWilliams through the first six innings.

The Bulldogs rallied in the seventh inning as Brittney Brittingham and Brooke Evans each drew leadoff walks and moved up on a groundout. Courtney Evans grounded out to score Brittingham and starting pitcher Stephanie Wheatley drew a walk, but McWilliams got a ground out to secure the 3-1 win.

Phillips had three hits and Lauren Massey collected a pair of hits to lead Delmar.

McWilliams allowed just one hit in the win.

Boys’ lacrosse- Salisbury School 14, Delmarva Christian 4- Mark Engle had three goals and James Mohr made 24 saves in the loss.

Baseball- Greenwood Mennonite 2, Seaford Christian 0- Ronnie Wisseman tossed a no-hitter to move to 3-0 and D.J. Sharp doubled in the GMS win.

Cape Henlopen 2, Seaford 1- Joe Mitchell took the loss despite allowing six hits and striking out 12. Mitchell also doubled, Zach Reynolds tripled and scored a run, and Scott Donovan singled and drove in a run.

Wilmington Christian 4, Delmarva Christian 3- Casey Zitvogel allowed four hits and struck out six in six and a third innings for the Royals. Justin Hawkes had a pair of hits and Luke Matthews and Tyler Troyer each doubled.

Delmar 18, Laurel 5- Mark Timmons had four hits including two doubles and a home run, Jeff Fleetwood collected four hits including a double and scored four runs, and Dylan Shupe struck out 13 in six innings for the win. Chris Cutsail had three hits including a double and Kyle Brown hit a grand slam for Laurel.

Softball- Cape Henlopen 11, Seaford 1- Courtney Rementer doubled for the Jays.

Delmarva Christian 16, Wilmington Christian 5- Emily Pentoney went 3-4 with a home run, a double, and five RBIs and Lynsey Lofland batted 2-2. Lofland also allowed three hits and struck out 11 for the win.

Greenwood Mennonite 6, Seaford Christian 1- Shania Byler hit a two-run double and Hannah Rust allowed one hit and struck out six for the Flames.

Golf- Smyrna 162, Sussex Tech 164- Richard Atkins led the Ravens with a 40 and Clayton Bunting and Trey Smith each shot a 41.

Sussex Central 173, Woodbridge 245- John Tomeski led the Raiders with a 55 and Colby Christopher shot a 57.

Soccer- Delmar 6, Sussex Tech 0- Sam Johnson netted three goals, Corie Elliott had two goals, and Brittani Scott added a goal and two assists. Taylor Elliott, Kelsey Murrell, and Chloe Hurley also had assists for the Wildcats. Ashley Matos made 13 saves for Delmar and Sussex Tech’s Maggie Lee had 24 saves.

Polytech 5, Delmarva Christian 1- Emily Rae netted a goal and Kayla McCarthy made 26 saves in the loss.

Smyrna 5, Seaford 2- Jamie Swain and Maria DeMott each netted a goal and Macey Cordrey had an assist for the Blue Jays.

Boys’ tennis- Seaford 5, Cape Henlopen 0- Tim Halter, Spencer Noel, Ethan Lee, Philip DeMott and Arlie Wooters, and Daniel DeMott and Steve Neithardt eatned wins.

Girls’ tennis- Seaford 4, Cape Henlopen 1- Kelly Kimpton, Whitley Maddox, Emily Nielson and Emily Graves, and the second doubles team of Torkelson and Saddler earned wins for Seaford.

See next week’s Star for the track and field results.

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Laurel’s Chris Cutsail takes a lead at third base as head coach Jerry Mears looks on during Tuesday’s home contest against Delmar. Cutsail had three hits in his team’s loss.

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Star sports calendar

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, Ky., 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 Sizzler- June 27-28; August Heat III- August 1-2

Salisbury’s David Lowe scores win in Super Pro at U.S. 13 Dragway

By Charlie Brown

David Lowe of Salisbury lost in the final round a week prior but he wasn’t going to let that happen twice in a row. Sunday at the U.S. 13 Dragway Lowe faced Mike Jones in the Super Pro final and this time Lowe drove away with the win. Phillip Truitt of Parsonsburg became the third different member of his family to make it to the final round in Pro this season and he came away a winner and former champion, James Farmer of Felton was back on top in Pro Bike. Other winners on the day included: Dan Swtaringgen of Ocean Pines in Street; Darrin Payne of Laurel in Import; Dave Truitt of Bridgeville in Bike Trophy; Jerel Davis of Salisbury in Jr. Dragster 1 and Susan Lecates of Salisbury in Jr. Dragster 2.

The Super Pro final matched Lowe in his ’01 Pontiac against the dragster of Jones of Salisbury. The two were fairly even in their reaction times but Lowe held on for the win running a 9.107/146.74 on a 9.09 dial. Jones ran a quick 7.531/175.19 on a 7.50 dial. Semi-finalist was Donnie Yeatman of Denton who lost to Lowe.

In Pro, it was Truitt in his ’76 Nova against Eddie Baker of Salisbury in his ’82 Malibu. Baker had the better reaction but Truitt was on his dial taking the win with a 12.217/106.43 on a 12.21. Baker ran a 10.986/112.48 on a 10.91 dial. Semi-finalist was Frank Parks of Denton who lost to Truitt.

James Farmer on his Kawasaki rode up against the Suzuki of Doug Thomas of Ellendale in the Pro Bike final. Farmer’s better reaction time was the difference as he took his second win of the season with an 8.956/144.13 on an 8.91 dial. Thomas ran a 9.305/149.00 on a 9.30. Ron Fensick II of Bridgeville lost to Farmer in the semi-final round.

Brian Riebert of Berlin had a red light foul and Dan Swtearinggen took the win in Street. Swtearinggen ran a 12.554/80.19 for the win. In Import it was Payne taking the win while Steve Hopkins of Delmar fouled at the start. Payne ran a 15.829/89.40 on a 16.00 dial. Truitt defeated Raymond Bacon of Seaford to win the Bike Trophy final. Bacon had a red light foul and Truitt ran a 14.209/97.60 on a 14.55 dial for the win.

In Jr. Dragster 1 action it was Davis up against Ryan Jackson of Newark, Md. Davis had a super .002 reaction time and took the win with an 8.952/70.91. Jackson was dead-on his dial with a 9.000/71.16 on a 9.00 dial. Lecates faced Christopher Kahler of Ocean View in Jr. Dragster 2. Lecates took the win with a 7.955/77.90 on a 7.93 dial while Kahler ran an 8.981/72.62 on an 8.94 dial.

Jarvis holds off Donald Lingo, Jr. in Delaware Late Model thriller

RESULTS: 20-Lap Super Late Model feature: 1. RICHARD JARVIS, JR.; 2. Donald Lingo Jr; 3.

Ray Davis Jr; 4. Ross Robinson; 5. Kerry King; 6. David Pettyjohn; 7 Kevin Scott Jr; 8. Hal Browning; 9. David Hill; 10. Barry Beauchamp; 11. Bob Geiger; 12. Dale Lingo; 13. Derrik Hill; 14. Ernie Carlisle; 15. Rick Whaley; 16. Staci Warrington; DNS Brian Driver.

15-Lap Crate Model feature: 1. KELLY PUTZ; 2.Chris Hitchens; 3. Joe Warren; 4. Tyler Reed; 5. Mike Wilson; 6. Herb Tunis; 7. Colby Steele; 8. John Imler; 9. Matt Hill; 10. Nick Davis; 11. Skip Syester; 12. Tim White; 13. Justin Breeding; 14. Jeff Swartz; 15. Clint Chalabala; 16. Amanda Whaley; 17. Buddy Shockley; 18. Roy Hassler; 19. Scott Fenner; 20. Richard Harden; 21. Corey Cohee; 22.

Ryan Walls; 23. Randy Givens; 24. Michael Wilkins; DNS: Eddie Williams; Russell Dadds.

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Sports betting would spark Sussex growth I don’t bet on horses or sports events. I visit the slots maybe once rank alio a year and play the penny machines and catch a nice lunch. Never had a The tax base in Sussex desire to go to Las Vegas and play the table games, but I have nothing is the lowest in the state against those who bet the horses, resulting in a decline play cards or the slots. of our school system I figure if it brings enjoyment and entertainment to people it’s throughout the county. their nickel. I feel the same for those who enjoy a six-pack on the when the project is completed. weekend to watch their favorite What I love best about this proposal is sporting event in front of their wide screen that it doesn’t cost the taxpayers anything. or like to spend their money going to the Recipients in tax revenue include the opera, art shows, etc.

State of Delaware, $62 million yearly; That brings me to the controversy over Town of Millsboro, $2 million yearly plus the governor’s desire to have sports betover $15 million in impact fees; Sussex ting, add three more casinos and ask for a County, $150,000 yearly; and a much larger share of the slots revenue. Regardless of how I feel, religious beliefs aside, I needed $900,000 yearly to the Indian have to look how such a business will help River School District.

This is somewhat like a user fee projthe people in my county. ect: if you want to use the facilities you While I was director of Economic Depay, if you don’t it costs you nothing velopment for Sussex County from 1991while bringing in revenue and jobs.

2002, our county, the largest in land mass This project is not just a race track in the state, grew the fastest in population. and casino, it is a multi-use project mixed The population has grown by over 25,000 with a hotel/convention center, also much since the 2002 census and 92% of that needed in Sussex, a sports complex, water from is from net migration. park, restaurants and retail space; someHowever, job growth, with the excepthing for the entire family. tion of construction jobs tied to the housFrom what I read, the governor got to ing boom, did not grow in proportion. drop the additional casinos and additional As a result, the county suffered a severe sports betting locations as a trade off. So “brain drain.” Our young people are mova casino and race track in Sussex is off ing out of the county to seek employment elsewhere leaving Sussex County with the the table for now. This will cause a huge drop in the projected revenues from sports oldest population and the lowest average betting. family income in the state.

Who is going to drive from Delmar to In 2007 kids ages 18-24 made up 8% Harrington, park, run in to place a bet, and of the county’s population while 20% drive back to Delmar, or anywhere in Susof the population was 65 and over. The sex County? median income for households here is Some in favor of the additional casinos $50,976, far less in western Sussex; nine say they have enough votes in New Castle precent live in poverty. Average income County from legislators to pass the bill to for those 65 and older is $15,911. Many have more casinos. work to supplement their income.

But my political gut says the new Proportionally more Sussex residents tracks and casinos are not going to happen cannot afford health insurance. Those who for now. live here and can find a job commute an State Senator Thurman Adams, Raverage of 27 minutes to their employBridgeville, the godfather of the Senate, ment. They travel over the line to Salishas said the leadership and the governor bury or Dover each day to work. have agreed to giving the governor sports The tax base in Sussex is the lowest betting. in the state resulting in a decline of our In order for the governor to receive a school system throughout the county. larger share of the slots revenue he will These glum numbers are the reasons I give up the additional casinos and sports support the Del Pointe Resort & Racino project in Millsboro along with sports bet- betting locations.

Senator Adams has been on the Harting. rington Fair Board since before it was the Sussex County is the only county withDelaware State Fair. out racing and a casino. Job creation and He says additional casinos would not the public benefit from the projected revehelp the state but pull revenue from the nue could be the stimulus package needed existing three casinos. to spark business growth.

Like I said, some feel they can get the The project, which would have a fivewhole pie. to seven-year build out, is estimated to My money is on Senator Adams. That’s produce 6,000 construction related jobs politics. with nearly 4,000 permanent full time jobs

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Snapshots Photo at left: Patrick Shaner and daughter Christa 10, look over the piano at their grandparents’ and great-grandparents’ house on the Cook House Tour on Saturday, April 18. The Shaner family donated the house on East 4th Street to the Laurel Historical Society.

Alan Whaley seems to be the center of attention from Haroldine Shaner and her daughter-in-law Chris at the Laurel Historical Society Cook House Tour.

Photo below: Local historians look over the beautiful furnishings and photos at the Cook House. The tour was part of a celebration to honor the Shaner family for their donation of the historic house to the Historical Society. Photos by Pat Murphy.

The Sherry Lynn’s Just For Kids softball team rides through the Delmar Little League parade in a pickup truck during the league’s opening day ceremonies last Saturday. Photo

by Mike McClure

The Delmar Fire Department baseball team rides in style during the league’s opening day parade. Delmar Little League president J.R. Wells told the crowd at the opening day ceremony that the league put in a lot of work to fix up the fields. Photo by Mike McClure

A large crowd which was on hand for the Delmar Little League opening day ceremonies looks toward the flag as the Delmar High marching band plays the national anthem. The league opened its 51st season last weekend. Photo by Mike McClure

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Through 100 years of change, Doing the Towns Together Cook house remains constant LAUREL AND DELMAR SOCIALS Anyway you look at it, 100 years is a very long time. Consider for a moment all of the major events that have occurred during the lifetime of each of us.

Since the year 1909, this nation of ours has survived during World War I, World War II, the Korean Conflict, the Vietnam War, Desert Storm, the current battles in Iraq and Afghanistan.

We have seen transportation modes go from trolley cars to trackless trolleys, passenger trains almost become extinct while the number of automobiles in the average garage has increased to one for every eligible driver in many families.

We have seen kerosene lamps replaced by electric lights of every conceivable design, with streetlights going from gas to electric and pole lights become the ordinary in places other than a farmyard.

Women have been accorded the right to vote, the everyday housewife is more often than not a woman who runs the house and works a full-time job away from home. Racial integration changed the lives of thousands of citizens.

Mom and Pop grocery stores have become supermarkets, cell phones are in the possession of people from pre-teens to those approaching their 90s.

Television has replaced the family radio, computers are used with ease by a large percentage of our population with schoolchildren learning how to operate one almost before they learn to write. Penmanship has definitely gone downhill.

Change, change, change, coupled with progress at every level became popular and commonplace long before the current administration in our nations capitol.

Through all of these changes, coupled with many, many more, there has been one constant right here in our town of Laurel.

One hundred years ago at the corner of Fourth and Willow streets, Harold Cook’s father built a home. An impressive home with a large front porch, the house has been home to members of the Cook family ever since.

Harold Cook and his wife, Thelma, lived in the home and their daughter, Haroldine Cook Shaner, lived there until her marriage to husband, Pat (Francis) Shaner.

Last week the Laurel Historical Society celebrated the more than 100 years of life at the Cook house with a special tea, honoring the entire Cook family. Aptly observed as 100 years – One House – One Family, needless to say Haroldine was the shocked honoree of the event.

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Moments With Mike Virginia ‘Mike’ Barton Harold Cook was a surveyor here in Laurel. Actually he surveyed the land where we built our home more than 54 years ago. Mr. Cook was well-known in the area. He was a gentle man and a gentleman to the core. Never in this lifetime would I have thought to call him “Harold.” He was always Mr. Cook.

His wife, Thelma, along the same lines was a gentlewoman. Soft-spoken, always immaculately groomed, their home was always welcome to friends and neighbors.

Daughter, Haroldine, lived in the house all the years she attended school in Laurel, leaving when she married Pat Shaner.

Haroldine worked with the late Dr. Otwell Quillen in his dental office in the office/ home of the property at the corner of Pine and Fourth streets now occupied by the family and practice of Dr. Vance Prewitt.

Every morning, bright and early, Haroldine could be seen walking briskly from her parents’ home to Dr. Otwell’s office. Her white uniform would be without a single wrinkle, shoes polished a brilliant white, every hair on her head in place. One could set their watch by Haroldine, never early, never late — just perfectly on time.

Haroldine married Pat (Francis) Shaner, an English teacher at Laurel High, who later taught and retired from Seaford High.

Their son, Patrick, now 45, is well known as an accomplished trumpeter. He and wife, Christine, live in Salisbury with their two children, Hunter and C.J. (Crista).

Several years ago, the Cook house became the home of the Laurel Historical Society. The home that housed one family during those 100 years still is in essence a home and will continue in this capacity.

How very fitting that Haroldine Cook Shaner and her family were honored by the Society.

While an actual Cook family descendant no longer lives in the home up on the little hill, through the Historical Society, Haroldine’s generosity and the care and love given by her family, life at Cook house is gently thriving here in Laurel.

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Escorted by Alfred and Suzanne Layton, Nora Lee Callaway entered the Georgia House party room last Sunday to be met by a sea of faces of family members and dear friends for a surprise 90th birthday celebration hosted by her children and their families. Guests were met at the door with snapping cameras and warm, welcoming greetings. A light lunch was then enjoyed followed by the cutting of a traditional, delectable birthday cake. Nora Lee was truly surprised and almost speechless when the usual shout of “surprise” went up at her entrance. Her B. day is really April 16, but her truly big day was last Sunday, one which, I’m sure, she won’t soon forget.

Though I know there were many visitors in town for Easter - too many to keep track of - I did pick up on the fact that two Fowler sisters spent the holiday here. Eva from the D.C. area and Insley from her college in Allentown, Pa., which made the holiday special for parents, Ned and Norma Jean.

“Friends of the Laurel Library” wish to thank the many bookworms who took advantage of a high volume of books at a low price and bought a good supply of reading materials at the book sale last week, when Spring break was in swing. A special thanks also to some who left generous donations, which benefit the children’s reading programs through the year. Thanks again to all.

While on the subject of the library there will be a program on Wednesday evening, April 29, 7 p.m. “The Big Read” with Michael Boudwyn presenting a radio play based on The Maltese Falcon and done as it would have been in the old days of radio plays. Come on out that evening and enjoy--at the library’s community room.

The Cook House “Open House” held last Saturday was well attended by members of the Historical Society and guests, as the history of the house, the families and heirs, was presented with video presentation and many, many old photographs. Haroldine Shaner, who generously gave this property to the Society several years ago, was the honored guest and was serenaded with harmonica selections by Everett Hart. And here go many thanks from the membership to Chuck and Cindy Swift and Sug Whaley for putting all of this together, making arrangements for refreshments,

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decorating the home with fresh flowers in each room and all of the un-dramatic details involved. It was a beautiful day and many of the guests just enjoyed rocking away on the front porch while our small world whizzed by!

Dawn Truitt returned to Ft. Drum, N.Y., after spending several weeks visiting family and friends in Delmar. Meantime, her husband, PFC Michael Truitt is serving his country for several months in Afghanistan.

Special get well wishes this week are sent to Conner Niblett in Delmar and in Laurel to Dot Murphy (Pat’s mother) now in Nanticoke Hospital, Jean Foskey at Genesis in Seaford and Tom Wright still at Christiana in Wilmington. Matthew Littleton, back on our getwell list also, is now receiving some treatment at A.I. duPont in Wilmington.

Every once in awhile a birthday will slip off the pages and last week we should have had wishes for Betty Hitchens on April 16 and to William E. Jones on April 19. This week the Tuesday “Bridge girls” wish Verna Disharoon a happy one on April 27, and from all of his friends in this area a big wish to Dick Roller on April 25.

I understand that Irene Banks Elliott had a real busy day on Tuesday, April 21, surrounded by family and friends from Frankford and celebrating at Laurel’s Pizzeria.

We express our deepest sympathy to the family and friends of: Edwin Burton Pittard and Howard McCrea.

We continue with prayers for all of our service men and service women and friends who are ill: Dot Murphy, Barbara Shwed, Thomas Wright, Matthew Littleton, Cecile Jones, Jean Foskey, Alvin Lutz, Harriett MacVeigh, Calvin Hearn, Steve Trivits, Jean Henry, Martha Windsor, Flaudine Otwell, Mitch Lagowski, Patrick Starr, June Williams, Bob Christian, Robert Truitt, Conner Niblett, Bob Horn, Richard and Peggy Hastings, Donald Layton, Sr., Hattie Puckham, Patrick Starr, Mary Wilson and Walt Dorman.

Birthday wishes to: Anna Mae Collins on April 24; Geraldine Evans, April 26; Walter King, April 27; Shirley Cornelius, Everett Layton, David Ralph, Jean Longstreet, Louise Warrington, Dorothy Spicer, April 28; Marjorie Wilson and Kathy Ziegelheafer, April 30.

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Opinion Letters to the editor Thank you for your support

Nanticoke Health Services held their Annual Dinner and Auction on Saturday, April 4. This year’s event raised over $85,000 and over 300 people enjoyed the ‘Viva Las Vegas’ themed evening.

Proceeds from the event are being used to benefit Digital Mammography and Women’s Health Services at Nanticoke.

I’m proud to say that throughout the years, this benefit has raised over $710,000 for our community hospital.

The event was a tremendous success and could not have happened without the help of many, many people. Thank you to our area sponsors and attendees who generously supported Nanticoke Health Services. I want to especially thank our presenting sponsor, Delaware National Bank, and our community partner, Nemours Health & Prevention Services, for their support.

We are particularly grateful to the Committee who planned the event and sought sponsors and donors. Finally, we are appreciative of the efforts of Ms. Ronda Banning who chaired this year’s Auction and brought her energy, enthusiasm and boundless creativity to help make this event spectacular.

It is a very exciting time for Nanticoke Memorial Hospital and the availability of quality healthcare services for our community. In May, we will open a new Vascular Center. In the next few months, Nanticoke will add 13 new physicians in specialties such as interventional cardiology, nephrology, orthopaedics, gastroenterology, pediatrics and general surgery. Nanticoke Memorial now offers the latest imaging technology and the most advanced MRI on the Eastern Shore. Our newly created Stroke Center is helping patients everyday.

Great things are happening at Nanticoke and through events such as our Auction, they happen with your help. Thank you, once again, for supporting our community hospital!

Steven A. Rose, RN, MN

President & Chief Executive Officer Nanticoke Memorial Hospital

Thank you, Auction Committee

On Saturday, April 4, Nanticoke Health Services held their Annual Dinner and Auction raising over $85,000 with more than 300 people enjoying the Viva Las Vegas themed evening!

Over the years, funds have been utilized for building expenses, the Cancer Care Center, pediatric care, the Charity

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Care Endowment Prescription Fund, the Stroke Center, and the healthcare scholarship program. This year’s proceeds from the evening are being used to benefit Digital Mammography and Women’s Health Services at the Hospital.

As always, our auction could not have been successful without the hard work of a dedicated group of individuals - the Auction Committee. As chair of this year’s Auction Committee, I would like to thank all of the volunteers, whose names are too many to list, who worked tirelessly getting donations, wrapping baskets, promoting the event and doing whatever was needed without even thinking twice!

In addition, we’d like to thank all of the individuals and local businesses who donated in support of our event.

Nanticoke Health Services would not be the quality health care organization that it is today without the support of generous people such as each of you. On behalf of the employees, physicians, and patients, we extend our heartfelt appreciation.

Committee members, get ready! Plans are already underway for next year’s April 17, 2010 event. Thank you, once again, for supporting this event and, in turn, our community hospital!

Ronda Banning

2009 Nanticoke Health Services Auction Committee Chairperson

Hartstein is their choice

It is with sincerity and enthusiasm that we support Lois Hartstein for election to the Laurel Board of Education.

For 233 years our public school system has been the backbone of our great nation. Whether our country’s children were taught in one room rural school houses or in today’s modern schools, they have always been provided a free education that prepared them to be knowledgeable, skilled and productive citizens. As the Laurel School Board election nears, it is important to elect a person to the board

who is committed to nurturing our public school system and who recognizes that our small-town local schools and the citizens they produce are the keys to our town’s future growth and success.

Lois Hartstein wants the best for our children and the teachers who teach them.

She will not base her votes on the tired mindset of, “Because that’s the way we have always done it.” She will be the one who asks, “But can we do it better?”

Lois Hartstein has the business knowhow to protect our tax money, the commitment to give our teachers the tools and environment they need to teach our children about life and learning, and the vision to think big when it comes to the Laurel School District’s future goals and successes. Our children will be the beneficiaries of her vision.

Please vote on May 12.

Richard & Cathy Parker

Laurel

Farmers & Artisans Market update

Writing an update on Seaford’s Farmers & Artisans Market is difficult because I get so excited about it that I don’t know where to begin.

Perhaps re-capping the 2008 season is the best place to start....

During our five week run in August (and a few sporadic, wet days in September), the community purchased about $8,000 in produce and nearly $4,000 in ‘other’ items, including art, herbs, apparel and doggie treats. We enjoyed camaraderie, music, laughter, demonstrations and the unique atmosphere only an outdoor market can bring.

As a result of the successful inaugural season, the board of directors has been busy strengthening the organization and planning for a full season in 2009. We held our first full-member meeting at the Seaford District Library on Jan. 28.

Elected officers are Lynne Betts, chair; Sonja Mehaffey, vice-chair; Paula Stapleton, treasurer; and Jeanne Conner, secretary. Additional board members are Faith Robinson (grower) and Erroll Mattox (advisor). The 2009 market master will be selected in March.

The membership voted to begin the 2009 season on Wednesday, June 13, and run through the last Saturday in September. Market hours will, once again, be 8:30 a.m. until noon on Saturday mornings in Kiwanis Park.

Some of the new elements being pursued by board members are: ongoing children’s activities, securing a dairy farm presence, involving youth to assist with morning set-up, and providing a space for

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one group each week to offer baked goods.

We are also speaking with state officials to secure Senior WIC Farmers’ Market Vouchers; thereby enabling our growing senior population to take advantage of the fresh produce provided at Delaware’s farmers markets.

Growers and artisans who would like to participate in this years’ market can request an application by sending an email to DEGreendonkey@yahoo.com or a postcard with your complete mailing name and address to: Seaford’s Farmers & Artisans Market, P.O. Box 1060, Seaford, DE 19973.

All items to be sold must be either locally grown, locally hand-crafted, fair trade certified, certified organic, or made with at least 30% recycled material. Additional rules and guidelines are included in the application packet.

Not-for-profit groups interested in being in the “bake sale spot of the week” should send a request to P.O. Box 1060, Seaford, DE 19973. Include the group’s name, contact person, and why you’d like to do a bake sale (i.e. what do you plan to do with the funds raised). Remember, no commercially-packaged items.

We are looking forward to an exciting second season of Seaford’s Farmers & Artisans Market and look forward to seeing you at Kiwanis Park on Saturday mornings, beginning June 13. Until then, visit us at www.seafordmarket.vpweb.com.

Lynne Betts

Chair

Thank you from the Kiwanis Club

The Seaford Kiwanis Club would like to thank everyone who made our March 28 Bingo Night a success.

Thanks to the folllowing sponsors for their financial suppport: Ambassador Travel, Chambers Motors, Cut’em Up Tree Care, First State Chevy Olds Kodiak, Griffin Home Builders, Harley Davidson, Home Team Realty, Hoobers Farm Equipment, Joe Ben’s Auto Shop, Little Meadows Development, Mow-N-Trim, Nanticoke Hospital, Penco Corporation, Peninsula Oil and Propane, Phillips Signs, Pizza King, Scott Frye’s Floor Coverings, Seaford Cigarette Outlet, Seaford Bowling Lanes, Soil Service, and Wash’n Vac. Thanks also to businesses that contributed door prizes and everyone who attended to play bingo. Your support enables Kiwanis to provide financial assistance to a variety of community organizations and functions. A good time was had by all. See you next year!

Karl Van Tine Jr.

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Cutting salaries isn’t the answer to state’s budget woes In recent published reports, I was quoted as favoring the layoff of state workers as an alternative to the across-the-board pay and benefit cuts that have been suggested by the Markell administration. I feel those comments need to be clarified.

Gov. Markell has said he wants to recoup nearly $92 million that are currently spent on salaries by cutting the pay of state employees’ by eight-percent. The governor has further proposed that state employees bear a higher portion of their healthcare insurance costs. Combined, both proposals would constitute a 10-percent reduction in compensation.

The biggest problem with these proposals is that the bulk of state employees (about 70-percent) earn fairly modest salaries of between $25,000 and $50,000 annually. Cutting the compensation of a worker making $25,000 by $2,500 is not a minor concession. These are also employees that have not received a raise in recent years.

Predictably, the proposal for cutting employee compensation has had a corrosive effect on morale. I have personally received phone calls and e-mails from state employees lodging allegations against their fellow workers. While I welcome suggestions to increase efficiency, the threat of a pay cut has spawned a malice born of fear and anxiety that can only hurt the cohesiveness of our work force and the quality of service they deliver.

As a member of the Joint Finance Committee, I need to stress that the start of the new fiscal year won’t occur until July 1.

Final Word In the time between now and then, state revenue estimates could conceivably get worse, which would grow the current $750 million budget gap.

Should this gap widen, are we going to cut the pay and benefits of state workers even further?

Because Delaware earns considerable revenue from the corporate and financial sectors, this recession is hitting us harder than other states. Still, our misery has plenty of company. All states are feeling the pain of this economic slowdown.

Many, like Maryland, are reducing payroll through furloughs and layoffs.

Delaware, too, needs to reduce the size of its work force. Currently, there are 31,693 total authorized positions. Cutting the number of workers will not only help relieve some of the current fiscal stress, it’ll force us to be more efficient.

In fact, I believe the Office of Management and Budget should work with every Delaware agency to review their mission and operations looking for ways to maintain their core operations using fewer resources. We should task each department

secretary with the goal of cutting costs by 10 percent. The key is efficiency, leaving effective workers in place, while increasing the productivity of others by shedding non-essential tasks and streamlining procedures.

Downsizing, or “right-sizing,” our state government may not require layoffs. The natural attrition of the work force – retirements, deaths, people leaving state service – combined with the current hiring freeze, is already taking us down this path.

One of my frustrations as a legislator is that I have not been able to get solid information from the Markell administration on the number of non-essential employees we’re currently losing through attrition.

Without that information, it’s impossible to know if more extreme methods of reducing our work force are warranted. I was also disturbed to recently learn that exceptions have been made to the nonessential hiring freeze for people favored by both the Minner and Markell administrations.

As a small businessman, I know that hard economic times require difficult decisions. Gov. Markell has already proposed a host of tax hikes to finance our government. In good conscience, I cannot support any new or increased taxation until the governor and the General Assembly have considered all the options for resolving our budgetary challenges, including reducing the size of our state work force.

State Rep. Joe Booth Georgetown

Seaford building for sale

Recently on Middleford Road, Seaford, I saw a sign, “For Sale,” on the Seaford Nylon Employees Council building.

Being a past member, for many years, I wondered who was selling the building. I realize that the membership has dwindled down to just a few.

After talking to many ex-Dupont employees, we would hope the proceeds of the building would be saved for future council use, or donated to a local Community Organization, such as the Senior Center building fund.

Wilton Porter Seaford

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Tony Windsor’s column in the Star, April 9, was the best thing I have ever read in your paper. I agree with him 100 percent. These teenagers don’t know what Country music is. Each year I swear off — I will never watch a “Country Music” award again.

Thanks to Tony Windsor for his column in the star on April 9. I feel exactly as he does. A Country fan.

E.J. Jones Seaford

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