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Preliminary library plans okayed

NEWS HEADLINES

Final design must reflect architecture of the Ross Mansion

By Lynn R. Parks

Photo by Ronald MacArthur

FLOOD ANNIVERSARY - Volunteer firefighters help to evacuate residents of a mobile park on Brickyard Road east of Blades. Hundreds of residents were evacuated when the floods came one year ago. See more photos and article on page 2.

USDA HONORS- Site managers are a vital link to ensuring that the properties they manage serve as a good neighbor in the community. Managers from Seaford and Delmar were honored recently. Page 6 CLASS OF 1947 - There were 41 members of this class of 1947. Thirty-two are still living and 22 of them gathered Saturday evening at Pizza King, Seaford, for their 60th year reunion. Page 10

Preliminary plans for a new Seaford District Library near the Ross Mansion got the go-ahead from the Seaford City Council Tuesday night.

But representatives of the library were warned that, before final site plans are approved, the council will want to see proof that the building will reflect the architecture of the 19th-century Ross Mansion.

When the city sold four acres of land in its sports complex to the library, it stipulated that any construction there be designed with the mansion in mind.

Built under those same guidelines, a concession stand at the nearby sports complex is brick and has arched windows, imitating the windows in the mansion.

The preliminary plans for the 16,000-square foot library, presented to the city council during a public hearing Tuesday night, show no arched windows. The pre-engineered, L-shaped building will be one story, with the main entrance facing the city’s softball fields.

“This looks like a warehouse,” Councilwoman Grace Peterson said.

Andrew Moore, an architect with Studio Jaed, the Wilmington-based architectural and engineering firm that designed the library, told the council that “this building represents the most elaborate design that we could do within the limits of the library’s budget.”

He added, “This is a metal building.

It is dressed up slightly to make it look better, but it is still a basic metal building. The budget that the library feels it can raise the funds for doesn’t allow

for anything fancier than a metal building.”

Betty Wilbanks, co-chairwoman of the library’s fund-raising steering committee, told the council that the color of the new library will match that of the Ross Mansion. And “plantings will soften it,” she added.

“The ability to make it look like the Ross Mansion is not something that we could afford,” she said. “But we will make it look good with the mansion.

We intend to make it as compatible as we can.”

Representatives of the library were reluctant to say what the construction budget is. Since 2001, when the library board announced plans to construct a new facility, various budgets have been mentioned, from $4 million to $7 million.

Continued on page 4

DOCTOR IS OUT - Rising medical practice costs and lower insurance reimbursements are reasons this doctor is giving up her practice. Page 12 HONORS- Nanticoke Memorial Hospital is seeking nominations for its third annual Tributes For Healthcare Leadership Recognition Dinner. Page 25 BLUE-GOLD - Seaford’s Mike Wright and Woodbridge’s Jordan Wescott took part in the 52nd Annual Blue-Gold all-star football game last Saturday in Newark. See stories on pages 39 and 41.

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INDEPENDENCE DAY - Shown are scenes from previous Laurel Independence Day celebrations. The top photo shows part of the crowd crossing the Central Avenue bridge. At top right a young girl blows kisses to the parade onlookers and at bottom right two young girls give a patriotic salute. See inside this edition for the Fourth of July magazine.

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Photo by Ronald MacArthur

Shown are scenes from the 2006 flood. At top is Ellis Mill Road near Woodland where a 70foot section of the roadway was completely washed away; At bottom left is Rose Parker, who was determined to get from her home in Greenwood to Grace Baptist Church on Atlanta Road in Seaford; at bottom right a car is submerged near the US 13 corridor in the eastern part of the city.

One year after flood, some water damage still remains But progress has been made to keep similar flooding from happening again

By Lynn R. Parks One year after the flood that washed 48 and a half inches of water into her basement, Mary Hood is still looking for a way to get her damaged home repaired.

“We still need a lot of work on our foundation,” said Hood, who lives with her son, Larry, in their home on alternate U.S. 13, Laurel. “There isn’t any cement between the blocks. That all washed

away.”

Hood estimates that repairing the foundation would cost “thousands of dollars.”

“I don’t see any way that we can get it done,” she said. “We don’t have the money. But it is always in our minds, that it is something that needs to be done.”

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condition the mill is in. But the century-old structure, which was undermined when water washed away the top of the pond’s dam and rushed under the building, stands empty, its mill silent.

Both the mill and Hood’s home were damaged on June 25, 2006, when the area received about 13 inches of rain in six hours.

Three mobile home parks east of Seaford had to be evacuated after a nearby stream overflowed its banks. Residents of LifeCare at Lofland Park nursing home also had to be evacuated when water overtopped the dam at Williams Pond.

A couple weeks after the flood, President George W. Bush declared that Sussex County was a disaster area. Public agencies and local governments were able to apply for federal funds to compensate them for expenses they incurred during the flood.

At the same time, the federal government determined that there were not enough homes damaged in Sussex for the disaster declaration to extend to homeowners. Individuals whose homes were damaged, like the Hood family, were not eligible for any assistance through the Federal Emergency Management Administration.

“We couldn’t get any help,” Mary Hood said.

Homes, dam repaired

Despite the lack of government help, some property owners were able to repair their homes. Fran Ruark, who owns two rental homes on Washington Avenue, one of the hardest hit areas in Seaford, spent $37,000 to get her homes back in shape so they could be rented.

Ruark said that she did not have flood insurance on the homes. “But I have it now,” she added. The insurance costs her $240 a year.

“I wish I had had it before,” she said.

Lester Stagg, whose home is in Beaver Dam Heights, Seaford, has spent about $7,500 to replace furniture and electronic equipment that was lost in the flood. While he was not able to claim reimbursement from his insurance company for any of the expenses, he said that he is pleased that his home did not suffer any structural damage.

Progress has also been made to prevent flood waters from causing damage in the future.

The dam at Hearn’s Pond has been repaired, said David Twing, design engineer with the state’s Division of Soil and Water.

The project, 75 percent of which was paid for by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), made the dam a little bit more stable than it was before the flood, adding heavy stones and cement-filled sandbags to the structure.

The state’s conservation drainage program has also partially completed work to improve Morgan’s Branch, the small channelized stream that runs along Brickyard Road. It was flooding from this stream that caused the three mobile home parks to be evacuated.

Brooks Cahall, environmental program manager, said that about 1,800 feet of the branch, from U.S. 13 to Brickyard Road, has been deepened so that its water flows better.

That project was completed in March.

This summer, the program plans to replace culverts that run under Brickyard Road and deepen the remaining 1,200 feet of the stream, past the Holly View mobile home park, Cahall said.

As for the Washington Avenue area in Seaford, the city of Seaford has completed a $100,000 engineering study of how to correct chronic flooding there. City manager Dolores Continued on page 13

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Seaford library plans approved Continued from page one

Steering committee chairwoman Barbara Allen said that the committee wanted to wait until it has firmer numbers to release budget information to the public.

She expects those budget numbers to be finalized by the end of July.

“We just want to make sure these numbers are accurate before they are out there,” Allen said.

During the public hearing, library board member Rose Adams told the council that an earlier design for the library imitated the architecture of the Ross Mansion. “But the costs kept escalating and the steering committee felt that the community would not support the cost of the building,” she said. “With this current building, the steering committee feels that the community can support it and we can afford it.”

Adams added that the architectural

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drawings of the new library that were shown to the council did not accurately reflect what the building will look like. “The drawings don’t really show the outside element,” including planned terraces and landscaping, she said.

In the end, a motion to accept the preliminary site plans, made by Councilman Mike Vincent and seconded, “with great reluctance,” by Peterson, passed unanimously.

The motion stipulates that the library’s final site plans will have to show how the building will reflect the architecture of the nearby Ross Mansion. City manager Dolores Slatcher also suggested that the plans be presented to members of the Seaford Historical Society, which owns the Ross Mansion, for their approval.

“Just an arched window or two would pick up the architecture of the Ross Mansion,” Peterson said.

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Apartments and condo plans are approved by Seaford’s City Council

By Lynn R. Parks A plan to bring nearly 200 apartments and 150 condominiums to Seaford was given a final seal of approval by the Seaford City Council Tuesday night. But Frank Robino Associates, the Wilmingtonbased development company that is planning Village at Stoneybrook for 36 acres just west of Beaver Dam Heights, still has some hurdles to jump.

The developer still has to obtain permits from the Delaware Department of Transportation (DelDOT) for entrances into the complex, from Beaver Dam Drive east of Pizza Hut and from Tharp Road east of Wal-Mart.

The developer also has to obtain the right of way for the Tharp Road entrance.

That right-of-way, which would be either 25 feet wide or 16 feet wide, depending on the intersection’s final design, and would front Tharp Road, would be on a 10-acre piece of property now owned by Timothy Ayers. Ayers said during Tuesday night’s public hearing on the proposal that he has no intention of selling a part of his land for the right-of-way.

“I do not intend to sell my property in bits and pieces,” he said. “If somebody wants to buy the whole property, then we can talk.”

But city building official Joshua Littleton said Wednesday morning that DelDOT is pursuing acquiring the right-of-way through public domain. A state law allows the department to acquire land for road construction when that land is deemed necessary for public safety. If that happens, Ayers would be compensated for the fair market value of the property.

Also pending is approval of improvements to the city’s sanitary sewer line that will be serving the complex. That approval has to come from the city engineer as well as from the Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC).

No building permits will be issued until the city has all these approvals in hand.

The city approved the development’s preliminary site plans in November 2004.

During Tuesday night’s public hearing on the complex, Charles Robino with Robino Associates told the council that he will revise the plans for Village at Stoneybrook to include access from the south section, where the apartments will be located, to the north section, where the condos will be. The original plans called for the two sections to be separate, with access between the two only for emergency vehicles.

“There will be a lot of people living here, with a lot of traffic,” Councilman Mike Vincent said. “It would seem to me that there should be a road that people can drive on to get between the two, so they don’t have to go out onto the highway or through Beaver Dam to get from one section to the other.”

Robino agreed to change the emergency right-of-way to a public road, and to extend that road north to Tharp Road.

Completion of that road will be part of phase one of the construction process, which will focus on the south section.

The development’s original plans also called for a state-constructed service road along the east edge of the property, to eventually connect with Gallery Pointe, a development that is planned for property behind Wal-Mart, on the north side of Tharp Road. But the Delaware Department of Transportation, facing a long-term financial shortfall, has put plans for the service road on hold.

“This development will be a mess without a service road,” Ayers said Wednesday morning. “I think that if people will look hard at it, they will see that it is a pretty bad idea, with all the traffic it will attract.”

But Sarah Lee Thomas, who lives in Beaver Dam Heights and who has sold an easement across her property to accommodate a pipe to carry storm water to Williams Pond, spoke at the public hearing in favor of the development. She praised Robino Associates for working with the residents of Beaver Dam Heights.

“This development is something the city needs, and something we the citizens of Beaver Dam will be proud of,” she said.

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Business USDA selects 2007 Site Managers of the Year At an awards ceremony held in Dover, USDA Rural Development State Director Marlene Elliott announced the selection of four Delaware/Maryland Multi-Family Housing Site Managers of the Year for 2007 “Apartment managers play an important role in the success of USDA Rural Development’s Multi-Family Housing Program,” said Elliott. “They ensure that the properties are a safe environment, well maintained, and meet the needs of the residents.

Elliott added, “The site managers are also a vital link to ensuring that the properties they manage serve as a good neighbor in the community.”

Each year, Rural Development recognizes a site manager that makes sure the day-to-day operations go smoothly. Nominations for site managers are submitted by the tenants of the property and are rated on 3 factors: 1) The level of tenant satisfaction with the manager; 2) The curb appeal of the manager’s property; and 3) The manager consistently doing more than the job requires.

One Site Manager of the Year award is presented in two categories: elderly housing and family housing. The following are the winners: • Delaware Family Site Manager of the Year - Lynda Thomas, Greenside Manor Apartments, Seaford.

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On the Record Building Permits

• Keith M. and Lesley G. Kaleinek, Newton Subdivision, Lot No. 2, Northwest Fork Hundred, Dwelling w/Additions, $98,936 • Rick David and Vesta Jan Jordan, Highway Bacon Switch-smith Mills, Little Creek Hundred, Dwelling w/Additions, $139,331 • Princeton Development company LLC, Manchester Manor, Lot No. 7, Broad Creek Hundred, Dwelling w/Additions, $107,248 • David H. Waller, N/SD Corner of Rd. No. 468, 5.11 Acres, Broad Creek Hundred, Family Room/Repair siding, $19,860 • Cletus and Connie Smyser, Laurel-Delmar, 5.51 Acres, Little Creek Hundred, Det. Garage, $16,640 • Jay L. and Susan G. Rutherford, NW/Rt. No. 594, Lot No. 4, Nanticoke Hundred, Pole Building, $11,520 • Ray A. and Sheila M. Tull, Galestown-Seaford, Seaford Hundred, 2 chicken Houses, $244,000 • Craig Phillips, S/Rt. No. 64, 1602' E/Rt. No. 455B, Little Creek Hundred, Pole Barn, $20,736 • Donald E. and Dawn H. Steen, S/S Rd. No. 467, Laurel-Georgetown, Broad Creek Hundred, Pole Barn, $42,000 • Timothy Ramey Construction, E/Rd. No. 62, S/Rd. No. 472, Lot No. 2, Broad Creek Hundred, Dwelling w/Additions, $60,720 • 06/11/07, Michael P. and Karen L. Murphy, W/Rt. No. 592, 2337', S/Rt. No. 565, Nanticoke Hundred, Pole Building, $17,280 • Kirk L. and Denise Ray, SW/Rd. No. 566A, 1061', NW/Rt. No. 17, North West Fork Hundred, Pole Building, $14,400 • 06/12/07, Michael K. and Deborah Jenkins, Meadow Stream Farm, Lot No. 10, Little Creek Hundred, Family Room, $24,192 • John W. Conaway, S/Private Road, 389', NW/Rd. No. 610, Nanticoke Hundred, Dwelling w/Additions, $132,970 • Larry F. Coverdale, N/Rt. No. 18, 450', E/Rt. No. 521, Nanticoke Hundred, Family Room, $23,040

Marriage Licenses

Sussex County Clerk of the Peace George Parish joyfully announces the following couples have obtained marriage licenses: • Edwin Allen Cooper, Delmar to Jodi Kae Cooper, Delmar • German Alonzo Gattis, Delmar to Kierstin D. Briddell, Delmar • Franklin Woodruff, Jr., Seaford to Mary Carol Wright, Seaford • Kenneth H. Fairbank, Jr., Bridgeville to Makeda Jendayi Greene, Ellendale • James Shelton Nicholas, Jr., Seaford to Cami Renee Whaley, Seaford • Brian Alan Cass, Laurel to Mary Elizabeth Pierce, Laurel • Ernest Carlton Clare, Jr., Seaford to Rasheen La Val Johnson, Seaford • Kevin Eugene Palmer, Laurel

to Shirley D. Selby, Laurel • Forrest Darnell West, Sr., Seaford to Timah Genese Ricketts, Seaford • Donald Clarence Davis, Delmar, Md. to Sue A. Parsons, Laurel • Bradford Allen Kauffman, Greenwood to Amanda Jo Harmon, Greenwood

Deeds • 1/22/06, Glatfelter Holdings, LLC to Ross Point Associates, LLC, 3 parcels, Broad Creek Hundred, $4,300,000 • 12/18/06, Sean M. Maloney and Roderick Seal to Joy E. Courtney, Trustee, parcel, Little Creek Hundred, $199,000 • 12/20/06, Barbara Francis and Paul Adams to Craig A. Blount, parcel, Town of Delmar, Little Creek Hundred, $60,000 • 12/28/06, Robert W. Weeks to Neil T. and Edna D. Dunn, parcel, Nanticoke Hundred, $235,000 • 12/27/06, Bryan W. Mercer Living Trust, March 28, 1997 by Susie Mercer, Successor Trustee to Helen Leung, Winifred Leung Dunbar, Gong Jin and Li Ming Jiang, Tract Nos. 1-2, Broad Creek

Hundred, $1,000,000 • 12/28/06, Jerry L. Weller to Carolyn L. Hughes, Lot No. 53, Block F, Fisher Mill Park, subdivision, Nanticoke Hundred, $25,000 • 12/08/06, Kenneth A. and Billie Joe Richardson to Matthew H. and Katherine K. Barth, Lot No. 4, and Part of Lot No. 3, Section I, Westview, Town of Seaford, subdivision, Seaford Hundred, $181,000 • 12/27/06, Michael A. and Gwen M. Willey to Shawn and Amy Harrold, Lot No. 3, Lands for Michael A. and Gwen M. Willey, subdivision, Seaford Hundred, $50,000 • 12/28/06, Woodland Ferry Estates, Inc. to Woodland Ferry Estates, L.L.C., Lot No. 2, Lands of Handley J. and Marie F. Orr, subdivision, Seaford Hundred, $500,000 • 12/22/06, Irvin L. Sr. and Rose E. Hastings to Thomas D. and Lori A. Phippin, Lot No. 2, Lands of Irvin L. Sr. and Rose E. Hastings, subdivision, Little Creek Hundred, $72,000 • 03/02/05, Estate of Minnie Moyer, John Herbert Litchford, Executor, c/o James A. Yori, Fuqua, and Yori, P.A., William L. Beasley,

Heir, Suzanne Lane, Heir, Paula Parker, Heir, Delight Venit, Heir, George Beasley, Heir, Gregory Beasley, Heir, Gary Beasley, Heir to Ralph Allen and Nancy Jester Drumbore, parcel, Seaford Hundred, $85,000 • 12/11/06, Ralph William Morris to Albert J. and Christine Potts, Lot No. 3, Lands of Robert J. Kowalski, subdivision, Little Creek Hundred, $90,000 • 12/29/06, Robert Hall to Emmett Mark DeBord, Lot Nos. 3-4, Block B, Easter Heights, subdivision, Broad Creek Hundred, $35,000 • 12/29/06, Louis J. and Saralynn L. Vollmer to Sarah A. and Gunnar Van Dersteur, Part of Lot No. 25 and 26, Rehoboth Heights, Town of Rehoboth Beach, subdivision, Lewes & Rehoboth Hundred, $1,350,000 • 12/22/06, Timothy J. Wilson, Kathryn S. Wilson, and Stephen J. Wilson to Brent E. and Sherri Hall, parcel, Little Creek Hundred, $170,000 • 12/29/06, Mid-Atlantic Homes, LLC to Steven R. and Kathleen M. Skinner, Lot No. 3,

Lands for Douglas and Laura J. Corey, subdivision, Seaford Hundred, $265,000 • 12/22/06, Gemcraft Homes, Inc. to Patrick and Gayle Meehan, Lot No. 22, Phase IV, West Village, The Villages of Five Points, subdivision, Lewes & Rehoboth Hundred, $538,533 • 12/14/06, Bunting-Gray, LLC to Michael L. and Barbara C. Bausch, Lot No. 172, The Refuge at Dirickson Creek, subdivision, Baltimore Hundred, $697,594 • 12/29/06, Richard J. and Sharon A. Rosenthal to Leslie S. Kessler, Unit No. 53027, Phase XVII, Sea Colony West, condos, Baltimore Hundred, $525,000 • 12/22/06, NVR, Inc. to Berry J. and Denise M. Demback, Lot No. 212, Henlopen Landing, subdivision, Lewes & Rehoboth Hundred, $506,340 • 12/20/06, Jonah B. Alexander to Wade O. and Stacy Jo O'Neal, Lot No. 16, Section III, Westview, Town of Seaford, subdivision, Seaford Hundred, $185,000 • 12/27/06, BBM Ventures, LLC to Jason D. and Stacy M. French, Lot A, parcel, Northwest Fork Hundred, $75,000

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Class of 1947 gathers for 98th time in 15 years

By Pat Murphy There were 41 members of the Laurel High School class of 1947. Thirty-two are still living and 22 of them gathered Saturday evening, June 23, at Pizza King, Seaford, for their 60th year reunion.

The class has made quite an impression on the Laurel Alumni Association as they are always in the running or have the most members present at the annual Alumni Banquets. In addition class vice president and historian Paul G. Merritt is meticulous in his record keeping and in sending cards to keep in touch with members of the class. “Paul is the glue man,” said Earl Hudson.

The classmates have gotten together 98 times since they started meeting on Aug. 8, 1992, at a banquet at the American Legion Post 19 in Laurel. That gathering came after Betty Moore Gordy, who has since died, went to Paul Merritt one Sunday afternoon with the idea for the classmates to get reacquainted.

At Saturday’s gathering, the welcome was given by Merritt. Earl Hudson and Robert Horsey gave the invocation and the benediction respectfully. The roll of the class was read by L. Edwin Elliott.

Former Laurel teacher Virginia Anderson Rust was introduced. Rust was an English teacher in Laurel and taught many of the class of ‘47 as well as their children.

Rust lives in Seaford and will be 99 years old in two weeks.

Traveling the greatest distance to be at the reunion was Louise Massey Rossiter of

Members of the Laurel High School Class of 1947 held their 60th year reunion at Pizza King in Seaford on June 23. It was the 98th time the class had been together since 1992. Back, from left: James Z. Burford, Earl Hudson, Olan Boyce, Bob Horsey, Janet Ralph Furr, Fred Melvin, Coleen Ralph Purpur, Alvin Conaway, Georgia Lee Cannon, Laurence Edwin Elliott, Arlene Whaley Conaway, Louise Massey Rossiter and Rowland Downes. Front: Grace Lecates Phillips, Eleanor Hastings Downes, Ann Larrimore Tracey, Virginia Anderson Rust (teacher), Agnes Cordrey Mitchell, Margret Bailey Ross and Helen Steen White. Seated in the center is Paul G. Merritt.

Buxton, N.C. Class officers were Roland O. Downes, president; Paul G. Merritt, vice president; June Senecal, secretary; and Ruth Eskridge

Poppitti, treasurer.

Laurel alumni president Melinda Tingle was amazed by the number of times the group has gotten together. “Oh my gosh,

that’s awesome,” she said. “I believe classmates should be lifelong friends and here is a group that truly believes that. It reinforces my belief.”

Minner proclaims June 24-30 as Pollinator Week Gov. Ruth Ann Minner has proclaimed the week of June 24-30, as Pollinator Week in Delaware. “I am very aware of the essential role our bees, butterflies, birds and other pollinators play in our food supply,” said Minner. “They are also vital to maintaining our environmental quality.

I hope that all Delawareans will become more aware of the importance of our pollinator friends and help protect them and their habitats.”

Pollinators are among the hardest working creatures on earth. Most of the 200,000 species that act as pollinators are insects. One thousand are hummingbirds, bats, and small mammals such as mice.

These creatures transfer pollen grains from flower to flower of the same species so the plants can reproduce.

The food supply and our quality of life would be seriously impacted if we lost our pollinators. For example, 75 percent of world’s flowering plant species rely on pollinators. Also, 130 of the crop plants grown in the United States are pollinated by bees.

According to the USDA Forest Service: • Worldwide, approximately 1,000 plants grown for food, beverages, fibers, spices, and medicines need to be pollinated by animals in order to produce the goods on which we depend.

• Foods and beverages produced with the help of pollinators include: apples, bananas, blueberries, chocolate, coffee, melons, peaches, potatoes, pumpkins, vanilla,

Placing bee bowls at field’s edge to sample native bees are Heather Harmon, DDA Entomologist and Ben Cramer, DDA bee assistant. Photo by Randy Ciurlino, DDA

almonds, and tequila.

• In the United States, pollination by honeybees and other insects produces $40 billion worth of products annually.

Many pollinators are threatened by human activities, loss of habitat, diseases, and other factors. Some are disappearing at startling rates.

Much has been written lately about the decline in domesticated honey bees. Dr. Faith Kuehn, Delaware Department of

Agriculture’s (DDA) Plant Industries Administrator, says, “There are low cost pollinator-friendly practices that we can all utilize to help protect our pollinators and their habitat. These include planting nectar and pollen rich native plants, and minimizing the use of insecticides.

“We have included native plants such as coneflower, aster, joe pye weed, boneset and bee balm to attract bees, butterflies and other beneficial insects. Native plants

tend to be low maintenance and hardy, because they are adapted to our region. Anyone who has a yard, or manages land or farms land can create a pollinator-friendly landscape.”

The pollinator garden contains two species of milkweed, and the Department’s garden has been designated as an Official Monarch Waystation (#1172, www.monarchwatch.org). Monarch waystations are a nationwide system to provide habitat for monarch butterflies to stop along their migratory route to Mexico (www.monarchwatch.org). These habitats provide nectar sources and the required host plant of milkweed, so butterflies can lay their eggs.

Dr. Kuehn has joined forces with University of Delaware Professor and Extension Entomologist Dr. Dewey Caron, a bee expert, for a four-year research project, “Farming for Native Bees,” that will inventory and catalog native bee pollinators of Delaware’s vine crops, such as watermelon, cucumber, squash and cantaloupe.

This four-year project is funded by NESARE (Northeast Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education). Information gathered from this research will help develop management practice recommendations to enhance native bee populations and to enhance their valuable pollination activities in vine crops.

During 2006, the pilot year of this project, 76 species of native bees were collected, including six that had never before been collected in the state.

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Laurel physician’s practice will close end of June Dr. Joyce Stout blames rising insurance premiums, low insurance reimbursements

By Lynn R. Parks In the three years that Dr. Joyce Stout has had her own medical practice, costs have steadily gone up, said her billing clerk, Belva Robinson. Those costs include premiums for malpractice and other type of insurances, Robinson added.

“They just go up and up and up every year,” she said.

At the same time, Robinson said, reimbursements from insurance companies for patients’ treatment have steadily gone down.

“Costs are increasing, and reimbursements are decreasing,” Robinson said.

“That really makes it hard for any physician trying to operate alone to practice.”

Hard for some, impossible for others.

As of July 1, Stout will close the Laurel practice, Rossakatum Primary Care, that she opened in 2004.

“The operating costs of medical practice continue to soar while insurance reimbursements continue to decline,” she said in a letter to her patients. “Those of us who try to practice medicine in the way of the ‘old-fashioned doctor’ find they cannot afford to keep their doors open. I love being a doctor and caring for patients, but I have to close my doors.”

Frederick Van Dusen, a family practitioner in Felton, is also closing his practice the end of this month. Like Stout, he blames low insurance reimbursements for his decision to close his practice.

“Every attempt has been made to stay in business,” he wrote in a June 5 letter to his patients. “I have refinanced my former home and the building in which the practice is located. Despite these attempts, I have been swimming against the tide.”

Stout and Van Dusen are not alone.

Falling reimbursements by private insurance companies as well as by government insurance programs is a problem doctors are facing across the nation.

On Monday, the American Medical Association announced an ad campaign to encourage Congress to reverse a decision to cut reimbursements to doctors by Medicare, the nation’s medical insurance program for the elderly and disabled. Next year, Medicare will cut payments to physicians by 10 percent. Over the next nine years, the cuts are planned to amount to about 40 percent. During the same period, according to the AMA, costs of maintaining a practice will increase by 20 percent.

“Sixty percent of physicians tell the AMA that next year’s Medicare cut will force them to limit the number of new Medicare patients they can treat,” said Cecil Wilson, AMA chairman of the board.

“As the baby boomers begin to age into Medicare in just three short years, we’re concerned that the cuts will mean that there simply won’t be enough doctors able to care for all the new Medicare patients.”

The decision to cut Medicare reimbursement comes in the face of reports by the Government Accountability Office and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services that Medicare, including its new prescription drug program, faces a $34 trillion shortfall over the next 75 years.

But Medicare is not the only problem, Robinson said. “Insurance companies and high-paid CEOs are ripping people off right and left,” she said. “And our politicians could not care less.”

Recently passed by the Delaware state Senate and still pending in the House is legislation that would give the state insur-

ance commissioner oversight of medical insurance premiums. Stout mentions increasing health insurance premiums in her letter: “Patients are expected to bear more of the cost of their health care and doctors are expected to accept less payment in order that the medical insurance companies can reap huge profits,” she said.

The commissioner’s office already has authority to monitor premiums of automobile and homeowners insurance. According to Insurance Commissioner Matt Denn, Delaware is one of only 10 states in the country that does not regulate health insurance rates.

The state also does not regulate health insurance reimbursements to doctors.

Denn said that he is not aware of any state that has such a regulation. State law does address the speed of reimbursement and the amount of paperwork required by the insurance company.

Denn’s office has gotten involved when a medical provider is receiving such low reimbursements from an insurance company that it threatens to stop accepting that insurance, meaning that people with that insurance will in effect be denied care. For example, when the A.I. DuPont Children’s Hospital in Wilmington threatened to stop accepting Blue Cross because that insurer’s reimbursements were too low, Denn stepped in to find a solution. “If it means that the patients won’t have access to the medical care, we could get involved,” he said.

He added that his office has not received any complaint that Stout’s patients were unable to find substitute medical care.

MaryAnn “Molly” Henson, who was a patient of Stout’s, is circulating a petition

MaryAnn ‘Molly’ Henson

around Laurel, asking that the state’s elected officials enact legislation to control profits by insurance companies. That would include limiting rates and ensuring fair reimbursements to doctors. Henson has about 80 signatures on the petition.

“Dr. Stout is a wonderful doctor and the main reason she is leaving is insurance reimbursements,” Henson said. “This really makes me mad. Laurel is losing a wonderful doctor and when we pay the kind of insurance premiums we have to pay, we deserve to have a wonderful doctor.”

Henson has been able to find another family practice doctor, in Seaford. But, she said, finding a physician who was taking new patients was not easy. “This is just not right,” Henson said. “I feel so sorry for all of Dr. Stout’s patients.”

For your information: To add your name to the petition being circulated by MaryAnn Henson, demanding government oversight of health insurance reimbursements, call her at 875-4067.

County budget includes same tax rate, higher sewer rates Sussex County has a budget for the new year that begins July 1, thanks to the county council’s approval of the $142 million spending plan for fiscal 2008.

County council, following a public hearing Tuesday, June 19, unanimously approved the proposed Fiscal Year 2008 budget with only one amendment — to increase funding by $96,000 for area senior centers and CHEER programs.

The adopted budget keeps in place the county’s property tax rate of 44.5 cents per $100 of assessed value, making this the 18th consecutive budget in which the rate has remained the same.

The spending plan, however, is more conservative than previous budgets given the anticipated drop in revenue from realty transfer tax. The decline is the result of a cooling housing market.

The budget is approximately $2 million more, or 1.4 percent, over the current year’s $140 million budget. The new budget, as well as new assessment rolls and sewer rates, takes effect July 1.

While the property tax rate will remain unchanged, some rates, for about half of the county’s 57,500 sewer customers, will increase by a range of 1 percent to 8 percent. The increases are needed to cover higher operational costs.

“I am pleased that we have been able to

maintain current county services, given the decline in housing and construction-related revenues,” county administrator David B. Baker said. “I want to thank the county council, department heads and the budget committee for their assistance and ‘reasonable’ budget requests this year.”

The new budget includes funding for, among other things: • $23 million dedicated for public safety, an increase of 10 percent over the 2007 budget. That funding will pay for the County’s 119-member paramedic program, grants to local volunteer fire companies and town police forces, and covers the addition of four troopers to the county under the Delaware State Police contract • $10.5 million for non-sewer capital improvements, including $3.75 million for an additional administrative office building, $4.4 million for the construction of a second runway at the Sussex County Airport, and $376,000 for expansions at the Greenwood, South Coastal and Milton libraries • $1.4 million to continue open space acquisition • $150,000 for a records retention program.

Council president Dale R. Dukes praised the budget’s writers — the committee included Baker, finance director Su-

san M. Webb, budget and cost manager Kathy Roth and accounting director Gina Jennings — for meeting the County’s growing needs in light of the softening real estate market and associated transfer tax revenue.

“My thanks to Mr. Baker and the budget committee for their hard work, despite some lower revenues and some unanswered questions still lingering in Dover,” Dukes said. “I hope our legislators take

notice of this hard work, and don’t decide at the 11th hour to alter the County’s portion of the realty transfer tax. To do so will no doubt undo a lot of effort, and necessitate budget reductions that would affect all Sussex Countians.”

Copies of the Fiscal Year 2008 budget, the accompanying budget letter and original news release issued May 22 are posted on the county’s Web site at www.sussexcountyde.gov.

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State to evaluate safety of Hearn’s, Williams pond dams Continued from page 3

Slatcher said that the city has requested $100,000 from the statefor an engineering study of Porter Street, which also flooded.

The Washington Avenue engineering study, conducted by George, Miles and Buhr, Salisbury, Md., estimated the total cost of that project at about $1 million.

Slatcher could not give an estimate of the cost to fix Porter Street. She said that both projects will probably require the city to have a bond issue.

Funding for dam safety study

The Division of Soil and Water has already received state funding to conduct a safety study of both the Hearn’s Pond dam and the Williams Pond dam. That study, which engineer Twing said will get under way by the end of July, is expected to take six to eight months to complete.

“The study will evaluate the condition of both dams,” Twing said. “It will also make recommendations to improve the dams so that they will survive a large storm.”

Twing said that his agency is hoping for several options from which to choose to improve the dams. Even so, he expects that bringing the dams up to federal standards will cost millions of dollars.

“Once these studies are complete, we will try to get funding,” he said. That funding will have to be all state money, he added. “There really is no federal funding that we can tap into,” he said.

Included in that study will be the feasi-

bility of a suggestion by Steve Theis, whose Beaver Dam Heights photography studio was washed out by last June’s flood. Theis, who reopened his Seaford studio last Wednesday, just short of a year after the flood, would like to see a box culvert put in to allow flood waters from Williams Pond to escape under Middleford Road into the Nanticoke River. Right now, the only egress for water is at the dam near the Lofland Park nursing home.

Theis said that the Middleford Road site is the original site of the Beaver Dam mill and is a “natural opening” into the river from the pond.

“We think that is a great idea,” Twing said. The engineering study will determine how much of an effect such a culvert would have on the water level in Williams Pond. That will include figuring out how much water could flow under Middleford Road, and how much higher the road is than the top of the Williams Pond dam.

“It is certainly an idea worth exploring,” Twing said.

Theis would also like to see the Williams Pond dam reconstructed so that it is larger, to allow more water to flow through. The feasibility of that will also be part of the state study.

“This dam was put in in 1974 and back then, if it failed there was no big loss,” Theis said. “But now, we have LifeCare right next to it. If it fails now, there is significant risk.”

Limiting runoff into pond

In addition to addressing the pond’s

outflow, Theis would like to see the state take steps to limit the amount of storm water runoff that ends up in Williams Pond.

With both Hearn’s Pond and Beaver Dam Pond flowing into it, Williams Pond is the repository of much of the runoff from the city of Seaford, including new developments and shopping centers on the east edge of town.

“We have to quit allowing more influx into Williams Pond,” Theis said.

“Williams Pond is the last place before the river, and everything ends up here.”

Theis would like to see a limit on large parking lots in the area. Water, which cannot soak into the ground through asphalt, rolls off the parking lots into storm water retention ponds, some of which are too small to handle it.

And all that runoff carries with it sediment, Theis said, that is slowly filling in Williams Pond.

“The pond is much shallower than it used to be,” he added. “Along my shoreline, where there used to be water, is now just all dirt. The state regulates against filling in wetlands. They should not allow a pond to fill in.”

Communications are better

Theis is frustrated over the slow pace of studying and fixing the dams. “It seems to be taking way too much time,” he said.

Even so, he is pleased that state agencies, including the Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC), which owns the dam at Hearn’s Pond, and the Delaware Department of

‘We have to quit allowing more influx into Williams Pond.

Williams Pond is the last place before the river, and everything ends up here.’

Steve Theis Home, business owner

Transportation (DelDOT), which owns the Williams Pond dam, have established better communications. Last year, residents along Beaver Dam Pond complained that DNREC opened the Hearn’s Pond dam without letting DelDOT know. The backup of water in Williams Pond caused flooding in it and in Beaver Dam Pond. “The state dropped the ball back then,” Theis said.

“We are in much better shape communicating than we were this time last year,” Twing said. “We have had very good conversations with DelDOT, with them calling us and with us calling them. We’ve gotten a lot better at communicating.”

Twing said that the two agencies, as well as the Delaware Emergency Management Agency, are working on a plan of action to manage all the dams in case of flooding. He anticipates that the plan will be in effect by the end of the year.

In the meantime, the state’s 911 centers have Twing’s cell phone number, in case they receive a report of a dam in danger of flooding or breaking. “That number is good 24 hours a day, seven days a week,” he said.

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Writers never know where inspiration will come from A journalist is always on the lookout for a good story. And a YNN ARKS columnist wants not just a good story, but one that will amuse, maybe, or inspire, or bring a tear to ‘Now that will make a the eye. good story,’ I thought as I So when I find a snake in the sat back down, making kitchen, for example, one of my sure that all creatures first thoughts is, “This will make a great story.” When a friend brings were cleared out of the watermelon to a Saturday picnic, or my husband gives me a lovely dark way. green pot for our wedding anniver“Now that will make a good story,” I sary, or I find in a store a perfectly wonthought as I sat back down, making sure derful pair of pajama pants, blue and that all creatures were cleared out of the white checked and all cotton, at the same way. Woman butts up against nature, toad time that I am eating the watermelon, survives rear-end collision — the pieces of thanking my husband or pulling on the the story were already whirling around in pants, I am jostling the pieces of all those my brain. experiences in my mind, to see if the pic“You’ll never guess what I sat on toture of an interesting tale emerges. day,” I tried the story out on my husband Sometimes, a little creativity is rethat night. I gave him the details of the inquired. What, after all, can watermelon, cident, leaving out nothing. even if it is cut in perfect one-serving tri“I’m thinking I could write about that angles, and pajama pants have in comnext week,” I concluded. mon?

He nodded. Then, a few minutes later: But other times, the story virtually “It’s too bad that that toad can’t write.” smacks me in the face. Or, as was the case This was a take on the tale I hadn’t last week, on the bottom. considered.

I was planting flowers. I had carted a He continued. “Think of the story he wheelbarrow load of good, dark soil from could tell: ‘Man, I was sitting out in the the compost pile at the back of our lot up driveway, just minding my own business, to the driveway, and was putting the soil, grabbing some flies, when out of nowhere then the plants, into various clay pots. this big thing — this really big thing —’” To make the job easier, I sat down in OK. That was enough of that. I had the middle of the driveway. A minute or so heard enough of the toad’s version of the later, I felt something wiggling under me. story to know that it would be too gauche Nothing inspires hopping up like feeling something wiggling under you. To say for my reading audience.

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For 11 years, Blue Collar Jobs Training Act (BCJTA) funding, through the state of Delaware Personnel Office (now the Office of Management and Budget), has provided more than $167,000 to pay tuition and other fees for selected DOC employees to take prescribed Wilmington College courses. The courses are part of a 10course certification program in criminal justice designed by the college for the DOC. BCJTA funds alone provided first-year funding. Since the second year, depending on the funding level, various divisions within the DOC have supplemented BCJTA funding so that the program has continued uninterrupted. This has meant a commitment of more than $40,000 by the DOC divisions.

More than 40 students have enrolled in the program through a selection process developed by the DOC with assistance

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Community Bulletin Board Events SPCA Vaccination Clinic A Vaccination Clinic and Micro-Chip Clinic will be held at the Delaware S.P.C.A., Sussex Chapter, located at 22918 DuPont Boulevard, in Georgetown, Saturday, June 30 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Cost are: Rabies Shot, $10; Canine Distemper Shot, $12; Feline Distemper Shot, $10; Bordetella, $10; and Micro-Chipping, $20.

For more information, contact the SPCA at 856-6361.

Greenwood 4th of July A 4th of July program will be sponsored by the Ladies Auxiliary of Greenwood Memorial VFW Post #7478 on Governors Avenue in Greenwood. "Women and War: Revolutionary and Civil War Eras," a historical highlight on women who were spies, or who fought as men in those wars, will be the featured program at 11 a.m. The oral presentation is complemented with pictures of these historical figures.

Professor Darlene Spitzer-Antezana, the guest speaker, is an Associate Professor of History at Prince George's Community College in Largo, Md. She teaches United States history. She has done extensive research on enslaved African American women in Delaware for 1760 - 1820.

A light luncheon will follow the program at noon, and the public is welcome to attend. For more information contact Pres. Michaele Russell (302-349-4220).

'Get a Clue' at the Greenwood Library Mad Science Mondays

As part of their Summer Reading Program, "Get a Clue @ the Library" the Greenwood Public Library, will be presenting a series of "Mad Science Mondays." Exploring water is the theme for the four free sessions, which will be held at 3 p.m. on the following Mondays, July 2, 16, 30, Aug. 13. They will take place at the library at 100 Mill St., in Greenwood. Various topics to be explored are floating and sinking, water in nature, water stunts, and boat construction and floating. On July 2, the children will be testing items for their floating capabilities and also will be making submarines and hydroplanes.

What's that Wednesdays?

As part of their summer Reading Program, "Get a Clue at the Library," the Greenwood Public Library will be presenting a fun series entitled, "What's That Wednesday?" These programs will engage children in exploring such subjects as secret codes, the mysteries of the unknown, and dinosaurs. The session will take place at the Greenwood Li-

brary at 10 Mill St., at 3 p.m. on the following Wednesdays, July 11 and July 25.

Teen CSI As part of their Summer Reading Program, "Get a Club at the Library," the Greenwood Public Library will be presenting an exciting series entitled "Teen CSI." These programs, geared towards teens, will explore various aspects of crime scene investigation such as fingerprinting, blood spatter interpretation, forgery investigation and "TV CSI Unmasked." The sessions will be presented

by Matt Miller, a crime scene investigator from California with 10 years experience in the field. These free programs will be held at the Greenwood Public Library at 100 Mill St., at 3 p.m. on the following Thursdays: June 28, July 12, July 26, and Aug. 9 on June 28 there will be interesting hands-on experiences with fingerprints and fingerprinting. Attendance is limited to teens 13 years old or older.

For further information about any Greenwood Library events, contact Donna Prine Carter, Greenwood Public Library, 349-5309.

Woodland Ferry closed for borings The Department of Transportation (DelDOT) announces that the Woodland Ferry will be closed weekdays only now through Tuesday, July 3. The ferry will be operational from dawn to dusk on Saturdays and Sundays during this time.

The closure is needed for safety reasons, so that DelDOT's Materials and Research lab can drill four water borings, two on each side of the river near existing piles and two ramp borings, one on each side. Weather permitting, each water boring will take 2 to 3 days and the ramp borings should take one-halfday each.

The borings are being done as part of the design work for the new docks and pilings to accommodate the new Woodland Ferry, which is currently being built. The newly built Woodland Ferry and new docks, pilings and bulkheads are scheduled to be completed in the latter part of 2008.

For more information about this and other Del-DOT projects, visit DelDOT's website at www.deldot.gov.

Yard Sale The American Legion Post 6, 230 Front St., Seaford, is holding a yard sale, Saturday, July 7, from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Table rentals are $7 each. For more information or to reserve a table, call 6299915

"Our State Fair!" exhibit The Delaware Agricultural Museum

& Village presents a new exhibition looking back at Delaware Agriculture's Biggest Celebration, "Our State Fair!" now through Aug. 5.

Hear the 1920's "Delaware Fair" song, enjoy vintage film of earlier Delaware State Fairs, view the original 1920 Fair ledger, read the inscriptions of past winners on the Governor's Racing Trophy, see the gavel made from the wood of the original 1919 Grandstand, plus peruse the many photos and memorabilia covering the Fair from 1919 to 2007. Will you find yourself in the picture? Open Tuesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Sunday 1 to 4 p.m.

Museum admission is applicable DAMV is a private 501(c)3 educational organization located 866 N. DuPont Highway, Dover, just south of Delaware State University.

Summer Camp at ECS The folks at ECS Summer Camp know that families are busy, involved in activities and taking vacations, so they want to make sure you know that whether you need them all summer, just a few weeks or perhaps a few days during each week, they are available.

Summer camp at Epworth Christian

School in Laurel will take place Monday through Friday and will run through Aug. 17 with registration from 8 a.m.-9 a.m. and pickup by 5:30 p.m. Activities include sports, games, contests, trips, swimming and more. Each day will include a Bible lesson with life applications.

The cost of camp for the entire summer is $1,100 or by the week for $115 or daily for $25. For registration information, contact Coach Greg at 8754488.

Laurel Public Library event On June 28, Magician Mike Rose will present Mystery Magic at 6:30 p.m.

The library also offers a variety of special-interest clubs that began the week of June 18 and meet on a weekly basis throughout the summer.

An Acting Club for children in grades 2-6 will meet on Monday evenings from 6-6:45. No experience (or ability!) necessary - all fun, no pressure.

Mystery lovers in grades 3-6 have a "Who-Done-It-Club" that will meet on Thursday afternoons at 1 p.m., and builders in grades K-6 can use their imagination and expertise with all kinds of interesting materials each Thursday at

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3 p.m. at our Build It! Club.

Additionally, the library will have Preschool Story Time for children ages 2-5 on Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m.; and OK BookTime, a book and activity time for children in grades 1-4, on Tuesdays at 2 p.m.

Teens and Parents of Teens Looking for something to do this summer? Looking for something for your teenage son or daughter to do this summer? Check out teen volunteer opportunities at the Laurel Public Library.

We have an interesting group of teens in grades 7-12 from all over the area.

They plan programs, perform skits, help with crafts and help with program setup. Some teens help us by keeping our books in order and assist with getting our books ready to be checked out.

For more information, contact Becky Norton at 875-3184 or by email at bshortri@lib.de.us.

Trap Pond volunteers sought Trap Pond offers free camping in exchange for Volunteer Services (Re-

quired for free camping, 24 hours per week of volunteering). Host programs available in the campground, Nature Center, maintenance and administrative.

Check out our other awards for short term volunteering. (For more information contact: Glen.Stubbolo@state.de.us, Community and Volunteer Services 302739-1960.

Summer camp offered by Elks Seaford Elk’s Lodge #2458 is sponsoring a number of children, ages 9-13, to attend the Elks Camp Barrettin Crownsville, MD (West of Annapolis.)

The dates are: Boys, July 8 - 24, Girls, July 15 - 21. For more information or for an application form, call 6283607 or 628-2991.

Laurel History Books Still Available A few copies of the 19th Century History of Laurel, published by the Laurel Historical Society may still be purchased at either the Laurel Town Office, Laurel Public Library, or O’Neal’s Antiques.

The price remains at $45 each. For further information or to arrange to have

a book mailed please call 875-4217.

There is a $5 mailing fee.

Get a Clue at Your Library The Delmar Public Library will hold its first Adult Summer Reading Program (ASRP). Some of the special events and programs will include Mystery Bingo, Family Movie Nights, CSI Maryland: The Real Story of Criminal Investigations, Don't Be a Victim: Get a Clue on Self-Defense and a special presentation from author, Evelyn David, entitled How to Commit Murder: A Mystery Write Offers Some Clues. To go out with a bang, ASRP participants will be invited to a murder mystery party: Survivor: The Tribal Council.

This summer will prove to be one like no other. There will be lots of prizes, lots of reading and fun for all. The adults are going to show the kids how it's done. For more information, Contact Veronica Schell, Delmar Public Library.

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ject. Equipment will be collected, refurbished, and sent to the Dominican Republic. Contact Kirby Mills via email at terps19947@yahoo.com or by phone 1302-690-2749 if you can be of any assistance.

Volunteers Needed The Disabled American Veterans Organization (DAV) needs volunteer drivers to take local veterans to the VA hospital in Elsmere, in a DAV van. Van expenses are paid.

One day per week needed or other times as a substitute. Valid drivers license and physical exam by VA required. Food allowance at the VA hospital cafeteria is provided. Time required is about 8 hours per trip. Van is at the VFW club on Middleford Rd., Seaford.

Phone Chet Swift at 629-5143 or Jerry Chapman at 629-8108.

Meetings Airport meeting The next regular meeting of the Sus-

GOLF Putt For Life Tournament The Trinity Foundation's 4th Annual Putt For Life Golf Tournament will be held on Saturday, Sept. 22, at the Seaford Golf & Country Club in Seaford.

The entry fee for this four-person scramble is $75 per person or $300 per team. Due to the number of golfers and success of previous tournaments, there will be two tee times offered, 8:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Registration begins at 7:45 a.m. for the morning tee time and 12:45 p.m. for the afternoon.

To reserve a spot in the golf tournament, or become a sponsor, email puttforlife@trinitytransport.com.

NMH tournament Nanticoke Memorial Hospital is holding its 21st annual golf tournament on Friday, Sept. 7.

The event will be held at the Seaford Golf and Country Club.

For details, call 629-6611 ext.

2404.

Inaugural Tournament The Town of Bridgeville has announced the Bridgeville Charity Open Golf Tournament to be held on Friday, Oct. 12, at Heritage Shores Golf Club in Bridgeville.

The Tournament is limited to 36 foursomes and the registration fee is $125 per player. Registration must be completed by Sept. 1.

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sex County Airport Committee will be held on Wednesday, July 11, at the Sussex County Administrative Offices building, 22215 DuPont Highway (West Complex Building, Rt. 113), Georetown, at 10 a.m.

WomenNetworking The annual meeting of WomenNetworking in Southern Delaware, Inc. will be Saturday, June 30, 9:30 a.m. at the Flight Deck Restaurant. The Flight Deck Restaurant is located at the Sussex County Airport in Georgetown.

The meeting is open to the public, however, only members may vote.

Membership may be obtained by sending a check to: WomenNetworking in Southern Delaware, Inc., 25344 David Street, Georgetown, DE 19947.

Levels of membership: Individual, $25; Organizational, $100; Girl Power Delaware Sponsor, $50 per protégé (13-18 years-old).

WNSD is a not-for-profit, tax exempt volunteer organization that promotes educational and informational programming in Sussex County for women and girls, through such programs as Girl Power Delaware Leadership Center, an annual Career Fair, isafe Internet education and awareness workshops, and support for adult survivors of incest and sexual abuse.

For more information contact Rhonda H. Tuman, President/Co-Founder, 302 245-0102.

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

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

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

For information, call 875-5153.

Cancer Support Group The Wellness Community-Delaware is offering a support group for people affected by cancer and their loved ones at the Nanticoke Memorial Hospital in Seaford. The group meets at the Cancer Care Center on the third Thursday of the month from 4:30 to 6 p.m.

To register for this program or for more information call Kaye or Lori at 645-9150. All programs at The Wellness Community are free of charge for people affected by cancer and their loved ones.

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Toastmasters of Southern Delaware meets every second and fourth Thursday of the month in Bay Shore Community Church at 6 p.m.

Develop your public speaking skills in a supportive environment. Contact Joy Slabaugh at 846-9201, or joy@estfinancial.com.

The Seaford Department of Recreation is planning the following trip; Baseball: Orioles vs. Yankees at Camden Yards, Friday, July 27, $45 a ticket, Bus leaves at 4 p.m., game is at 7 p.m.

Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla 1204 meets the second Thursday of each month at Nanticoke Yacht Club in Blades.

Call Wayne Hickman at 629-6337 for details.

Trips Seaford AARP Trips AARP Chapter 1084 is taking reservations for the following trips: Rainbow Dinner Theatre, Sept. 26 for the comedy, "Tons of Money.".

Cost is $60 for transportation, dinner, show and gratuities.

Foxwood & Mohegan Sun Casinos, Oct. 8-10. Motorcoach transportation, 2 nights lodging, 3 meals and $25 casino bonus. So much to see, you don't have to gamble. $239 per person, double occupancy.

Medieval Times Dinner Theatre, Hanover, Md., Sunday Oct. 14, $60.

Leave Seaford 1:30 p.m. and return about 9:15 p.m. You will have fullcourse dinner while watching knights, riding stallions, in hand-to-hand combat. Call Rose Wheaton at 629-7180.

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

Mary Poppins on Broadway The Adult Plus+ program at Delaware Technical & Community College, Owens Campus, is currently taking reservations for a summertime trip to see the new Broadway musical "Mary Poppins."

The newest production from Oscarwinning director Richard Eyre tells the tale of the world's most famous nanny and is currently playing at New York's New Amsterdam Theatre.

Featuring a dream team of vision and stagecraft, the production brings to life the story of the family, their magical nanny, and award-winning songs.

Great orchestra seats are still available for the Wednesday, July 18 performance. For more information or to register, call the Adult Plus+ program office at 302-856-5618.

Trip to Annapolis & Naval Academy AARP Chapter #5340 of Georgetown is offering a trip to visit Annapolis and the US Navel Academy Tuesday, Sept. 18. View the film "To Lead and To Serve."

Afterwards there is a guided walking tour of the Naval Academy to the Visitor's Center to browse the museum, and to shop and explore Annapolis.

Board the Harbor Queen at the Annapolis City Dock and enjoy a 40minute narrated sightseeing cruise of Annapolis Harbor and the banks of the US Naval Academy. Lunch is on your own at Phillip's Restaurant.

The deluxe bus will leave Georgetown Square, East Market Street, near the Dollar General Store, at 7:30 a.m. and return to Georgetown at approximately 6 p.m.

The cost for each person is $60.

RSVP by calling Hilda Parker at 8562760. Deadline date is July 1.

Food All-You-Can-Eat Breakfast An all-you-can-eat breakfast will be held at the Blades Fire Hall, located at the corner of Cannon and Fifth streets in Blades, July 1, from 8 a.m. till 11 a.m.

Cost is adults $7; children $3. Sponsored by the Ladies Auxiliary and the Firemen.

GSCC Legislative Breakfast July 26 The Greater Seaford Chamber of Commerce invites everyone to the Legislative Breakfast on Thursday, July 26, 7:30 a.m., at the Methodist Manor House, 1001 Middleford Road, Seaford.

Local state representatives and senators have been invited to answer your questions concerning issues facing you and the local business community.

Moderator will be Ron Marvel. Full Buffet Breakfast, including gratuity $8 each.

Members and guests are welcome.

R.S.V.P. no later than Monday, July 23.

Chicken Barbecue The American Legion Post 6, located at 230 Front St., Seaford, is holding a chicken barbecue on Saturday, July 7, at 11 a.m.

The cost is $6.50, and includes 1/2 chicken, baked beans, roll and potato salad.

Breakfast Cafe VFW 4961 Breakfast Cafe, open Monday-Friday, 7-10 a.m., Seaford VFW, Middleford Road, to benefit Veterans Relief Fund.

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Letters to the Editor Parents and members of school staff make traditional eighth-grade party a success

Thanks to the hard work and dedication of some of Seaford Middle School’s eighth-grade parents and the generosity of many businesses in the community, the annual eighth-grade party held Friday night, June 8, was a great success. The students danced and played games in the gym, which had been decorated under an Aloha theme. Disc jockey Charles Michel played music while Matt Atlas took pictures of the occasion.

A special thanks is due to the parents who took on leadership roles — Joanne Beard and Kathy Desautels who astonished all of us with the contributions they received from the business community and who organized and ran the male beauty contest; Stacie Ward for the great decorations; Desi Moore and Jeanette DeWolf for organizing the games; Susan McMullen and Michelle Mulford for the awesome invitations; and Susan McMullen and Jenny Werner for the delicious treats and drinks they had for the students. We need to thank the other parents who gave us support by their donations of time for set up, clean up and financial donations.

Virtually all businesses and groups approached gave generously to the party, which is funded by those donations and the eighth-grade parents. Thanks to the Seaford District Library, Dover Pool, Don’s Hair Studio, Cato’s, Applebee’s, Superior Salon, Uncle Willey’s Seaford, McDonalds, Golden Corral, Mail Room, KFC, Heritage Jewelers, Dollar Depot, Sal’s Pizza Gallery, High Strung Beads, Karpet Korner, Medicine Shop, Hair Cut Etc., Reflections Hair Salon, Smart Style in Wal-Mart, Harley Davidson, Schwinn Bike Shop, Creative Kitchens, Pet Emporium, Blockbuster, Dairy Queen, Tunes, Dukes Lumber, Pizza King, Friendly’s, Fairs/Cingular, Tawnee’s Commercial Kitchen, Avon ( Joanne Beard), W.C. Clothing, Jeanette’s Hair Salon, Home Team Realty, Tower Signs, Truitt Sub Shop, Taylor Bait and Tackle, Calloway, Farnell and Moore, the AFRAM organization, Seaford High School band, Happy Harry’s, Peebles, Natalie’s Hair and Nails, Wal-Mart, Save-A-Lot, Hobby Stop, Sally’s Beauty Supply, Service Glass, Steve Liffers, Burton Brothers, Rose’s, Seaford Bowling Lanes, Taco

Bell, Seaford Parks and Recreation, Serenityville, The Athlete and Pizza Hut. We are grateful for the assistance of the Seaford Middle School PTO and the support of our SMS administrators, Stephanie Smith, Kim Simmons and David Grantz, and teachers who came to help chaperone. Mrs. Simmons went above and beyond her normal busy schedule to make this a special event for our students.

Good luck to the class of 2011!

Betsey Godfrey Eighth-grade party committee

With beefed-up railroads, Sussex roads would have to handle fewer tractor-trailers Here, in lower Delaware, road congestion is an issue, especially in the warm summer months. Perhaps we mostly attribute traffic to summer tourists but more and more our cities and towns are being inundated with tractor trailers carrying heavy loads and putting an additional burden on already crowded streets and highways.

I’d like to call your attention to an undervalued asset we have here in Delaware — the railroads. Many of us forget that our beloved towns were built around them over 100 years ago. Laurel is undertaking a restoration of its own railroad station, something many of our neighboring communities have already done. The station serves as an important icon of a time gone by that we are working to rebuild.

Today, the railroads are thriving, carrying goods, agricultural products and coal throughout Delaware and further south on the Shore. Without them, the burden on our taxpayers would be costly in road repair and greater congestion.

Opportunity exists in the U.S. Congress today to pass legislation that will beef up railroad infrastructure and continue to improve service. Freight transportation on all modes is expected to increase over 67 percent in 20 years. Railroads work everyday to improve their volumes and productivity.

Incentives for increasing capacity are needed for railroads to meet greater demand that will be placed on them.

I call on Congress to pass S.1125 and H.R.2116 this year.

John J. Shwed

Mayor Laurel

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CHURCH BULLETINS Christ UMC Chicken Barbecue

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

Christ United Methodist Church, Laurel, will be holding a chicken Bar-B-Q, Saturday, June 30, from 9 a.m. till 1 p.m.

They will be located on the east side of Rt. 13, at the Dickerson Produce stand, across from Eastern Shore Veterinarian Center.

Tickets are $6 and can be purchased from the church office by calling 875-4233. All proceeds will benefit the church's recent renovation project that includes a new handicapped ramp, three new bathrooms, and a new fire escape from the lower level.

A Vacation Bible School will be held Aug. 6-10, from 6 to 8 p.m., at the Union United Methodist Church, 2 N. Laws St., Bridgeville. For more information, call 337-7409.

Mt. Olivet's V.B.S July 16-20 Mt. Olivet's Vacation Bible School will be held the evenigns of July 16-20. This year, the program is SonForce Kids, a week of out-of-this-world adventure.

Through their adventures, children will be challenged to Trust in God's Plans, Unite with God's People, Train for God's Service, Follow in God's Path and Lead other to God's Promises. An afordable family meal will be offered each night. Dinner will be at 5:30 p.m. and the Vacation Bible School is from 5:45-8 p.m. Register early by calling 629-4458.

Southern Gospel Quartet in Concert The Anchormen in concert, Saturday, July 21, 7 p.m. at Calvary Baptist Tabernacle, 337 Tilghman Road, Salisbury. No admission charge - a love offering will be taken. One of Southern Gospel's premier quartets, they will be singing their latest release, "Reach Out To Jesus," plus many old favorites.

Gospel Concert On Saturday, June 30, at 5 p.m., the Victory in Grace Tabernacle, in Laurel, will sponsor an evening of Gospel, featuring The Sensational Nightingales of Durham, N.C. and the Sussex Community Mass Choir. For more information call Sister Shirley Garrison Drummond, at 302875-4893.

Christ the Cornerstone anniversary The 11th anniversary of Christ the Cornerstone Community Church (the Pickle Church) will be celebrated on July 1. We officially welcome our new senior pastor, the Rev. Rick Elzey and wife Vernita at this special service at 10 a.m. A picture display of an old pickle factory undergoing a drastic change to become a building dedicated to God is amazing to see.

It is with great pleasure we also welcome the Rev. Doris Whaley as our new director of education. Plans are already in motion for a Junior Worship Service and many new projects. A wonderful time of music, praises, and fellowship are planed.

Join us in rejoicing for the years past and the years to come.

Victory Tabernacle Kids Krusade Come join us for summer fun at Victory Tabernacle Church of God. We will be

having a Kids Krusade on June 30 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. There will be fun, food and games. The church is located on the Laurel-Seaford Highway. This event is open to the community for children ages 4-10. For more information contact Maxine Matthew at 410-754-7729.

St. John's Vacation Bible School Vacation Bible School for St. John's United Methodist Church will be July 9-13 from 6-8 p.m. for ages fourth through fifth grade. "Water Works" is an exciting way to learn about the miracles of Jesus. St. John's is located at Pine and Poplar streets, Seaford. Call 629-9466 to register or for information.

Bridgeville vacation Bible school Bridgeville Charge United Methodist Churches will be having Vacation Bible School nightly from 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. on July 9-13 at Mt. Calvary United Methodist Church, 28 Church Street, Bridgeville. Anyone between the ages of 4 thru Adult are invited to attend. The theme is "Word Up". Snacks will be served. For more information, call 3377019. Rev. Baron N. Hopkins, Sr. is the Pastor.

Union UMC Summer Events The Union United Methodist Church in Bridgeville announces upcoming Summer events. Any questions, call 245-4426.

Sunday, July 1 - 6 p.m., Church Family Cookout. Bring a covered dish and enjoy food and fellowship with members of your church family.

Sunday, July 15, at 7 p.m., Community

Praise and Worship Night.

July 30-Aug. 3 - "Son Seekers" Day Camp for children ages 5-10.

Sunday, Aug. 5, at 5:30 p.m., Faith and Family Night.

There will be a Shorebirds game, then a concert performed by Higher Ground. Following the concert there will be a Fireworks Extravaganza. Tickets are only $5.

For $22 you can meet a member of Higher Ground and enjoy a two-hour all-you-caneat buffet. $1 from every ticket is donated to the Joseph House.

Monday, Aug. 6-10 - At 6 p.m., Vacation Bible School.

Sunday, Aug. 12 - At 7 p.m., Community Hymn Sing.

Saturday, Aug. 18 - At 7 p.m., Ice Cream Social.

Centenary U.M.C. Gospel Café Centenary United Methodist Church, corner of Poplar and Market streets, Laurel, will hold its Gospel Café every Saturday night at 6 p.m. Featuring: Bruce & Nancy Willey Music Ministry, with Live Christian Music - Fellowship - Refreshments June Guest Singers are, on: June 30: Dean Atkins, Joe Dawson, Voices of Harmony.

Every week, Mary Ann Young joins us!

Everyone is invited to attend. Come as you are.

For more information, contact the church office at 875-3983 between 8 A.M. and Noon, or Bruce Willey at 875-5539.

Psalm: 150: "Let everything that has breath praise the Lord."

DIRECTORY: Your Guide To Local Houses of Worship TRINITY UNITED METHODIST Trap Pond, CHURCH NearLaurel, Del. 875-7715 Sun. School 9:00 a.m.

Worship 10:00 a.m.

Pastor Tina Whaley

“A caring church, a giving church, a sharing church; showing love, warmth and friendship to all.”

St. John’s United Methodist Church

Pine & Poplar Sts., Seaford 302-629-9466 E-mail: st_johns@verizon.net NURSERY & HANDICAP ACCESSIBLE

SUNDAY WORSHIP 8:30 & 11:15 am Traditional 9:45 Sunday School 9:50 am Contemporary Come as you are… and be transformed in the love of Christ!

Centenary United Methodist Church “Making Disciples of Jesus Christ for Over 200 Years” “NEW SONG!” - Contemporary Celebration, 8:45 a.m.

Sunday School, Classes for ALL ages, 9:45 a.m.

Every Sunday Traditional Family Worship, 11:00 a.m.

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

CHURCH OF CHRIST

1010 S. Central Ave., Laurel Phone: 875-7748 Donny Weimar, Minister Worship Services: Sunday 10 a.m. 6:00 p.m.

Bible Study: Sun. 9:00 a.m.; Wed. 7:00 p.m.

In The Interest Of New Testament Christianity

CHRIST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 510 S. Central Ave., Laurel, DE Rev. Fred Duncan Church: 875-4233 Parsonage: 875-3398 Sunday Services: 8:30am Praise 9:30am Sunday School,11am Worship

DIAL DAILY DEVOTIONS: 875-4309

St. Philip’s Episcopal Church & Old Christ Church

600 S. Central Ave., P.O. Box 293 Laurel, DE 19956 ~ (302) 875-3644 Rev. Rita B. Nelson, Rector

Holy Eucharist with Healing and Church School ~ Sunday @ 9:30 am

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

Worship 11 a.m. • Sun. School 10:00 a.m.

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

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

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

875-7873 “A Place to Belong” SUNDAY WEDNESDAY Underground Family Worship (7-12 grade) 6:15 p.m.

10:45 a.m.

7:00 p.m.

Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Prayer Team ‘The Table’ God’s Big Back Yard (last Wed. of mo) 7:00 p.m.

9:30 a.m.

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

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

Wednesday Midweek Services - 7 p.m.

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

St. Paul’s United Methodist Church Road 68, South of Laurel Laurel, Del. Sun. School 10 a.m. • Worship 9 & 11 a.m.

Wed. Night Bible Study 7 p.m.

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

Pastor - Donald Murray - 856-6107

Christian Church of Seaford Dual 13N., Seaford, DE • 629-6298 Minister: John Herbst SCHEDULE OF SERVICES Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Evening Worship 6:00 p.m.

Morning Worship 10:30 Wed. Night Service & (Nursery & Jr. Church) Youth Groups 7:00 p.m.

A Firm Foundation • A Sure Hope • An Unending Love

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Here’s to reasonableness By the Rev. Todd K. Crofford Laurel Wesleyan Church

PASTOR’S PERSPECTIVE

And now… my vote for hero of the week… DC Superior Court Judge Judith Bartnoff.

In case you haven’t heard, she ruled against the former judge Roy L. Pearson in his attempt to get $54 million dollars in damages from a local dry cleaners that lost his pants. I am going to resist a ton of temptation to make “sue your pants off” comments!

At long last, a decision in favor of reason. Now I understand that a judge rules based on law and precedent, but oftentimes circumstances allow a ruling to set the precedent. Let’s hope this one did!

Now understand that our ability to bring an injustice or personal harm to court is an important right. Sometimes our legal system is the only means by which the famed “little guy” can get justice. Its one of the reasons we have such open and available courts.

But like every other right we value, it can be abused and we run amok. We need more judges like Bartnoff, who say “enough is enough” and then add the exclamation point to their ruling by making the frivolous plaintiff pay the court costs of the defendant.

Perhaps such rulings only serve to remind us how far from reasonable we have all come. Truth be told… I think most of us (myself included) are probably just spoiled. We have very high expectations everywhere we go in this day.

“Why can’t that get shipped here overnight?” “Why isn’t that waitress coming here sooner?” “How come they haven’t opened another line up?” On an on.

I think of how I live in a country where the electricity stays on 99% of the time; if my house catches fire volunteers come and put it out; my grocery stores are not just stocked with every imaginable food, but three and four brands of that food; my bank is insured; even my dog is well fed.

When I’ve had it that good for so long, I can easily forget how good it is.

Last night, my family and I slipped out to a restaurant where they were having trouble. There was one waitress trying to serve the entire dining room and the cooks were so understaffed that a pizza was tak-

I don't have the right to come unglued and wreck someone else’s day. ing forty minutes to arrive.

As the night progressed my own patience was wearing thin and I noticed the customers around me were beginning to make disparaging comments to the waitress. This was serving only to further frustrate an already overworked waitress.

By the time we got ready to go my wife said, “We need to do something about this!” But what she meant by that was very different than what everyone else around was doing. She asked the waitress for a bussing container, and we began bussing the tables that she couldn’t get to.

You would be amazed at how that simple action changed the whole tone in the place. The man near us who had been griping stopped the waitress and said, “Take your time”, Other staff from the back jumped in to help in the dining room, and in a matter of minutes things were greatly improved. She gave my wife a big hug just before we walked out.

As I reflected on the event while we were pulling away I thought, “I need to revise my belief that somehow I am owed the ideal experience everywhere I go.” It didn’t hurt me or my kids one bit to jump in and help. Somehow I hope such little events like that are always around to remind me of how good I have it and to not take things for granted.

The next time I am not satisfied somewhere, I don't have the right to come unglued and wreck someone else’s day. If the dry cleaners lose my pants, they owe me new pants, not $54 million dollars.

So, here’s to judge Bartnoff and to hoping for the return to a more reasonable America.

The Rev. Crofford is Senior Pastor at Laurel Wesleyan Church. You may email pastortodd@laurelwesleyan.org

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

Rev. Michael A. Hopkins, Pastor SUNDAY WEDNESDAY 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.

JOHN’S FOUR SEASON’S

GRACE BAPTIST CHURCH

OUR LADY OF LOURDES CHURCH

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

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

302-629-8434 • www.graceseaford.org

MASSES: SUNDAY: Sat. Eve. - Vigil 5:30 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.

SEAFORD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY

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

LAUREL-MT. PLEASANT CHARGE 27225 Kaye Road, Laurel, DE 19956 Ph: (302) 875-7814

www.livingwaterworship.com Pastor: Rev. Timothy P. Jones

Sunday Morning Wed. Bible Study & Worship & Children’s Children’s Discovery Club 7:00 PM Ministries 10:00 AM “Flowing in Power and Love to a Parched and Thirsty World”

Flowers & Gifts Stein Hwy. at Reliance, John Beauchamp 302

629-2644

410

754-5835

Passing on God’s Love and Grace in Laurel, Delmar & Surrounding Area United Methodist Churches

King’s St. George’s Mt. Pleasant

Worship Sun. Sch.

Gordy Rd. .......... 8:50....10:00 St. George Rd. .... 10:10..... 9:00

Mt. Pleasant Rd. 9:30,11:30..10:15 Pastor Barbara Auer

VICTORY TABERNACLE River of Life Christian Center CHURCH OF GOD

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

WEDNESDAY NIGHT Ministry for the whole family 7 PM

Pastor Stacey Johnson

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

302-877-0443

The Atlanta Road Alliance Church 22625 Atlanta Rd., Seaford, DE (302) 629-5600 • www.atlantaroadcma.org Rev. Edward J. Laremore, Sr. Pastor SUNDAY WEDNESDAY 8:30 Worship 6:45 Pioneer Clubs (age 3 9:45 Sunday School thru grade 6) & Divorce Care® 11:00 Worship/Kids Church 7:00 Prayer Service & Youth Group (grades 7-12) 7:00 Evening Service

A Gathering Of Faith Come together under Christ’s roof and share together in his love.

Attend Church this Sunday

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. Thomas Gross • 302-629-4458 PROFESSIONAL NURSERY CARE PROVIDED

Laurel Wesleyan Church

Re ope n Jul y 9

PO BOX 60, LAUREL, DE 19956

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

United Methodist Church

Close d Jul y 2 t hr u 6

Located at Tyndall’s Furniture Plaza on Discountland Rd & Rt. 13, Laurel 302-875-4646

Dr. Carl G Vincent, Senior Minister Pastor Barry B. Dukes, Music Minister Sunday 9:30 am Wednesday 7:00 pm Children’s Church • Nursery

Mount Olivet

WE’RE ON VACATION

Messiah’s Vineyard Church

Rt. 13A, Just North of Laurel

Sunday School - 9:30 Worship - 9:00 & 11:00 Sunday Evening Worship and Children’s Ministries 6 p.m.

Wednesday Youth Ministries 6:30 p.m.

Church 875-5380 • Sr. Pastor Todd Crofford Assistant Pastor Ken Deusa Asst. Pastor/Youth: Sue Boyce Children’s Pastor: Marilyn Searcey

17 W. Market St., Greenwood, DE 302349-9420 Pastors Joseph & Yvonne Dixon WORSHIP SERVICE: SUN. 11 AM BIBLE STUDY: WED. 7:30 PM

Proclaiming Faith 4 pm Sunday on WKDI 840 AM Radio

Food Outreach Emergency Food

www.river-oflife.org

Sailor’s Bethel United Methodist Church Bethel, DE Pastor Arthur Smith III Sunday School - 10 am Worship - 11:15 am Nursery Provided office 875-3628

St. Luke’s Episcopal Church

629-7979 Holy Eucharist: 9:00 a.m.

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

Thurs. Eve. Service: 6 p.m.

Front & King St., Seaford, DE

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 - Anthony Melakian - 629-3633 Elder - Don Birch - 629-8949 Elder - Ron Russell - 629-6033 Sunday School 10a.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

“The Pickle Church” CHRIST THE CORNERSTONE COMMUNITY CHURCH PICKLE MINISTRIES OUTREACH & CORNERSTONE NOTE MUSIC MINISTRY Corner of Bethel Rd. & Alt. 13 • 302-875-8150 Worship Svce 10 a.m. - Rev. Rick Elzey Church School & Jr. Church 10 a.m. - Pastor Doris Whaley Wings of Prayer Tues. 7 p.m.

Exploring God’s Word, Wed. 7 p.m.

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OBITUARIES John William Royal, Sr., 83 John William "Bill" Royal, Sr. of Woodland died Wednesday, June 20, 2007 at his residence.

Born in Eddington, Maine, he was the son of Viola Kelley and Thayer L, Royal.

Mr. Royal was an administrator in the Seaford School District, retiring in 1983 after 30 years of service. He was a World War II Army veteran, serving as a Colonel in the European Theater. He retired from the Army National Guard with the rank of Brigader General. He had a degree in Business Administration and a Masters Degree in English. He was a member of St. John's United Methodist Church in Seaford and he attended Woodland United Methodist Church.

He was an original owner of Seaford Flowers; a member of Virgil Wilson Post 4961, Veterans of Foreign Wars; a member and past Commodore of the Nanticoke River Yacht Club; president emeritus of the Woodland Ferry Association; past president and current corresponding secretary of the Sussex County Animal Association; and he was an avid reader having read every book written by James Herriot, DVM. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his wife, Gertrude Prettyman Royal in 2002.

He is survived by a son, John W. "Jack" Royal, Jr. and his wife Barbara of Rehoboth Beach; two daughters, Roxanne Royal of Laurel, and Amy Royal of Seaford; a granddaughter, Erin Royal; and his beloved pets, Ivy, Holly, Petee, Dusty, Hannah, Faith, Maggie, and Puff.

Services were on Sunday, June 24, in Woodland United Methodist Church, Woodland, with the Rev. Richard Bridge officiating. Burial was in the church cemetery.

Contributions may be made to Sussex County Animal Association, (SCAA) 5174 Woodland Ferry Road, Seaford, DE 19973.

Arrangements were handled by Watson-Yates Funeral Home, Seaford.

Ronald Duane Jordan, 70 Ronald Duane Jordan passed away peacefully at home on Monday, June 18, 2007.

Mr. Jordan was born in Durand, Mich., Oct. 13, 1936. He grew up and resided in Indiana until his move to Delaware. He was a graduate of South Bend College of Commerce in business and completed further study at Indiana Central University.

A resident of Seaford since 1980, Rollie and his wife Shirley came to the area due to a relocation in his accounting career with the trucking industry. He was an active member of the Kiwanis Club of Seaford serving as president in 1988 and District 11 Lt. Governor for 2001-2002.

He received the Outstanding Club Leadership Award for 1988-89 and was the Seaford Kiwanian of the Year in 1991.

A deep faith in Jesus Christ was a prominent part of Rollie's life demonstrated in his servant leadership in his church.

In South Bend, Ind., he served for two years as lay pastor in Concord Evangelical United Brethren Church. He participated in the Walk to Emmaus and served with

Obituaries are run without charge thanks to the support of area churches.

team leadership. With Shirley, he was active as a member at St. John's United Methodist Church, Seaford, where he taught several adult Bible studies, sang in St. John's Sanctuary Choir, served as lay member to the Peninsula-Delaware U.M. Conference, and was a certified lay speaker. He was most loved though for his role as volunteer visitation pastor as he visited the sick and shut-in taking the message of God's comfort, hope and love.

Mr. Jordan is survived by his loving wife of 49 years, Shirley; a daughter, Beth Woyt and her husband Gregg; a son, Jack Jordan and his wife, Hope; six grandchildren, Christian, Jordan, Caleb and Joshua Woyt, and Hope and Jack Jordan; motherin-law, Helen Matz; and a sister-in-law and her husband, Beverly and Daniel Turnock..

A memorial service was on Wednesday, June 27, at St. John's United Methodist Church, Seaford. Salem United Methodist Church will be the site of an additional memorial service in Bremen, Ind., on July 13, with burial to follow.

The family asks that contributions be made to St. John's United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 299, Seaford, DE 19973; or to Delaware Hospice Inc., 600 S. DuPont Highway, Georgetown, DE 19947.

Arrangements were by the Cranston Funeral Home, Seaford.

Julia Ann Parsons Malone, 88 Julia Ann Parsons Malone of Laurel, formerly of Delmar, died Thursday, June 21, 2007 at Peninsula Regional Medical Center in Salisbury.

She was born in St. Michaels, Md., a daughter of Charles Wesley Seymour and Clara Virginia Seymour.

Julia Ann Parsons She proudly gradMalone uated from the Easton Hospital School of Nursing in 1942 as a Registered Nurse. She then went to work at Peninsula General Hospital in Salisbury for a short time, before working 13 years for Dr. Sohler in Delmar. From 1964 until her retirement and relocation to Salisbury, she owned and operated Malone Builders in Chestertown, Md. with her late husband Robert E. Malone. Julia attended Delmar Wesleyan Church. She will be remembered as someone who had a caring nature not only as a nurse, but also as a mother, grandmother, great grandmother and friend. Her love for life was constant, regardless of the circumstances. She cherished spending time with her family, especially her daughters, grandchildren and great grandchildren. She also loved flowers, nature and crocheting.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her first husband, Frank Parsons, her second husband, Robert E. Malone, two brothers, William and John and five sisters, Olive, Lucy, Virginia, Margaret and Edythe.

She is survived by her three daughters, from her first husband, Frank Parsons; Barbara and her husband James Hitch of

Delmar, Md., Francine and her husband Wayne Walbert of Delmar, Del. and Deborah and her husband Phil Dunn of Laurel, with whom she lived; five grandchildren, Karen Stubbs, Mark Hitch, Kurt Walbert, Jeffrey Walbert and Jennifer Teagle; 11 great grandchildren, Kristin, Amanda and Luke Stubbs, Kayla, Nicholas and Veronika Hitch, Zachary, Cori and Brandon Walbert, Sydney Walbert and Annika Teagle.

She is also survived by several nieces and nephews.

A graveside funeral service was held on Monday, June 25, at St. Stephen’s Cemetery in Delmar. The Rev. James Hitch officiated.

Contributions may be made in Mrs. Malone’s memory to: Delmar Wesleyan Church, 800 E. East Street, Delmar, MD 21875.

Arrangements were in the care of Short Funeral Home of Delmar.

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

Mae Joseph O'Neal Carpenter, 97 Mae Joseph O'Neal Carpenter of Seaford died Sunday, June 24, 2007 at Genesis Elder Care, Seaford.

Born in Seaford a daughter of Nellie Wootten and Charles L. O'Neal, she was a seamstress at the former Seaford Shirt Factory, retiring in 1970 after 30 years of service.

She is survived by a sister, Lillie M. Elliott of Seaford, and nieces.

In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her husband, William J. Carpenter, and her first husband,

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Funeral services were on Wednesday, June 27 , at Watson-Yates Funeral Home, Seaford, where friends called prior to the services. Burial was in Odd Fellows Cemetery, Seaford.

Angelene Elizabeth Wheatley Howard, 89 Angelene Elizabeth Wheatley Howard of Seaford died Friday, June 22, 2007 at Ruxton Health of Denton, Md. She was born March 3, 1918 in Galestown, Md., a daughter of Nellie Bowman and Julius Wright Wheatley.

She attended the outstanding one-room school in Galestown, and then graduated from Hurlock High School in 1934. She took a number of courses in international cooking, hotel management and related subjects. She was the office manager at Continental Can Company in Hurlock for eight years. She then went to Washington, D.C. during World War II where she worked with the Air Transport Command until the end of the war.

She then worked for almost 40 years for law firms in D.C., 35 years of that time was with the law firm of Klagsbrunn & Hanes and it's successor firms, retiring in 1983.

In Washington, she was an active member of the Historic New York Avenue Presbyterian Church and its various women's groups.

In 1970, she married George Rogers Howard of Washington D.C. and North-

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MORNING STAR ✳ JUNE 28 - JULY 4, 2007 ern, Va. They moved to Seaford in 1984 where they joined St. John's United Methodist Church, where Mrs. Howard was a member of the United Methodist Women's Esther Circle and St. John's Prayer Chain in which she remained active until her death. She volunteered for a number of years with Delaware Hospice, was active in the Seaford Republican Women's Club and the Delaware Federation of Republican Women as well as the Emmaus Community.

She loved to travel and did so extensively, both in the United States and abroard and met friends from other states and countries, many of whom she maintained contact with all her life.

She is survived by her sister, Janice Moore of Hurlock, Md.; a niece and nephew, Joyce Spratt of Hurlock and Ronald Moore of Harrisburg, Pa.; a special great-niece, Lisa Schmitt of Federalsburg, Md. and a special great- nephew, Scott Reagan of Seaford. She is also survived by a step-daughter, Mariann Howard Arms and and her husband of Dalton, Ga.; a step-son, George Rogers Howard, Jr. of Kennett Square, Pa. and his wife, Sharon O'Melia; and 5 stepgrandchildren, as well as a much loved cousin, Cynthia Shiles of Seaford.

A memorial service was held Wednesday, June 27, in Watson-Yates Funeral Home, Seaford. Interment was in Galestown Cemetery.

Contributions may be made in her memory to St. John's United Methodist Church, PO Box 299, Seaford, DE 19973; or to the Christian Childrens Fund, PO Box 26507, Richmond, VA 23261, or to the charity of your choice.

What must I do to be saved?

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

All have sinned and fall short of the glory of God. — Romans 3:23 The wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.

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Wesley United Methodist Church returns from trip to Appalachia Five adults and two youth from Wesley UMC in Seaford traveled to Red Bird Mission in the Appalachian Mountains of southeastern Kentucky recently. During the week-long service project, members remodeled a bathroom floor, put up drywall, replaced kitchen linoleum, and built an 8'X10' deck for a local home.

"We are unable to put a price on the service these groups provide in this area of Appalachia," said Fred Haggard, executive director of Red Bird Mission. "Over 200 volunteer groups from all over the U.S. have completed vitally needed construction projects in our community and given more than 78,000 hours of volunteer labor each year."

The Work Camp program at Red Bird Mission is a year round work opportunity for volunteers in mission and serviceminded groups. The program strives to provide home repair for low-income community residents in need and maintenance for Mission buildings and grounds. Much needed work such as roof replacements, small room additions, painting, and porch and ramp construction is completed on local homes in the area.

"Each year we are able to make a profound effect not only on those we serve, but on those who come to serve as well," added Haggard. "Lives are enriched through the simplest acts and by people simply helping other people."

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Health Disease treatment has come a long way

By Anthony Policastro, M.D

Last week, I wrote about the changes in infectious disease since I started pediatrics 35 years ago. There have been significant changes in treatment for other illnesses as well.

Asthma is a good example of this. We have learned a lot about the causes of asthma attacks over the years. That has led to many new drugs. In 1972, the main drug for asthma was called aminophylline. It was taken orally. It had a lot of side effects. Patients were easily overdosed. We had to do frequent blood levels to prevent that.

When someone had an asthma attack, they needed to go to the ER. They would then be given a series of shots. If their breathing improved with three or less shots, they could go home. If it did not they needed to be admitted. Once in the hospital they would receive IV aminophylline and steroids. That would usually take about 3 days to get them well enough to go home.

Now there are many more medications to use. They are safer than aminophylline. They are taken to prevent asth-

ma attacks. They can be increased when an attack occurs. They avoid emergency room visits. If someone gets bad enough to go to the ER, they are usually treated with medications by a machine and steroids. These patients are less likely to need to be in the hospital. If they are hospitalized, the hospitalization is usually only about 24 hours.

We use safer drugs. We use more effective drugs. It helps keep the patients healthier. It helps keep them out of the hospital.

Another area of improved treatment is for patients with seizures. In 1972, there were pretty much two drugs to use for seizures. They were Phenobarbital and Dilantin. Most patients started with Phenobarbital. If that did not work, they were switched to Dilantin. Some patients needed both drugs. When they came to the ER with seizures, they received Valium.

There are now many more drugs that can be used for seizures. Different ones can be chosen depending upon the type of seizure. It allows us to be more effective in preventing further seizures.

Dr. Bradley Mackler would like to take this opportunity to express his regrets that Dr. Antos is closing his Seaford practice on July 1, 2007 and to wish him the best in his future endeavors.

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Television has expanded greatly.

With it has come an epidemic of obesity in children.

The number one cause of death in infants is SIDS or crib death. We have learned that having infants sleep on their back decreases the chance of that.

In older children, the number one cause of death is auto accidents. Infant car seats and seat belts have decreased the number of deaths significantly.

When my oldest daughter was born 36 years ago, she was in a car bed. There were no car seats. A few years later my sister’s oldest son was born. She brought a car seat to the hospital. The nurses tried to convince her to hold him on her lap for the ride home.

Nursery nurses now emphasize the

importance of infants sleeping on their backs and using car seats.

We now know that folic acid during pregnancy helps prevent spinal cord defects. Therefore, we are able to help prevent birth defects by simple vitamin supplementation.

Fluoridation of water supplies has decreased the number of cavities that we see in children.

Television has expanded greatly. With it has come an epidemic of obesity in children. They are less active and eat more. This has not been a success story like some of the others. In addition, television helps provide poor examples of tobacco use, alcohol use, violence and sex. Limitation on television time is the next big area that we need to address.

Programs like the 5-2-1 almost none program are essential in this particular fight.

We have become more successful in understanding complex diseases. We have become more successful in treating them. There will more opportunities to continue that success as we enter the next 35 years.

MORNING STAR ✳ JUNE 28 - JULY 4, 2007

Health Bulletins Tribute Awards nominations Nanticoke Memorial Hospital is seeking nominations for its third annual Tributes For Healthcare Leadership Recognition Dinner, scheduled for November 1, at Heritage Shores Clubhouse in Bridgeville.

Awards will be presented in three categories.

The Founders award will be presented to an individual who has made significant contributions in furthering the mission of the hospital to improve the health status of our communities. This award will recognize a person who has contributed their time and talent to the hospital and community in a leadership role.

Nominees will demonstrate a concern for the well-being of the citizens of our communities and have had an impact in the provision of healthcare services to the community. Current employees of Nanticoke Health Services and active medical staff are not eligible.

The Leadership in Philanthropy Award is presented to an individual or a group who has made support of Nanticoke Memorial Hospital and community health a philanthropic priority in their lives.

Through example and advocacy, nominees will have inspired others to participate in the philanthropic activities of the hospital.

The Physicians Hall of Fame will recognize physician(s) who have served Nanticoke Memorial and the community with distinction and selflessness. Nominees for this award must be physicians who have retired from the Nanticoke Medical Staff or have served at least ten years on the medical staff. Nominees should demonstrate professionalism, service to the community and leadership at Nanticoke Memorial Hospital.

The deadline for submission of nominees is August 1. "We are reaching out to the entire community in search of as many names as possible," explained Mrs. Maria Lehman, Tributes coordinator. "There are so many people that have contributed so much through the decades to create this extraordinary health care facility and we don't want to overlook anyone."

Nominations in each category can be made by calling 629-6611, ext. 2405 or in writing to Nanticoke Memorial Hospital, corporate development, 801 Middleford Rd., Seaford, DE 19973, or e-mailing BrownT@nanticoke.org.

The name of the nominee should be accompanied by a few words about their qualifications or a personal anecdote.

Please direct questions to Renee' Morris at 629-6611, ext. 2404.

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Stroke Support group Nanticoke Memorial Hospital announces the start of a Stroke Support Group. The support group is designed for individuals who have survived a stroke as well as their families and caregivers.

The first meeting will be held on June 29 at Nanticoke Cancer Care Center, from 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. Monthly meetings will be held the third Thursday of each month.

The two-hour support group meetings will consist of guest speakers and breakaway sessions, in which caregivers and stroke survivors will meet in two groups to discuss concerns, provide support and networking.

Pre-registration is not required for this free support group. For additional information contact Nanticoke Memorial Hospital at 629-6611, ext. 5121.

Safe Sitter classes to be at NMH Safe Sitter classes for girls and boys aged 11 to 13 will be offered at Nanticoke Memorial Hospital, Seaford, from 9 a.m.

to 3 p.m. on Monday and Wednesday, July 25 and 27. A second course will be held Aug. 7 and 9.

Cost for the classes is $50. Participants are to bring a bag lunch. To register your son or daughter or your child’s babysitter, call 629-6611 ext. 2540.

The Safe Sitter program is a medicallyaccurate instructional series that teaches youngsters how to handle emergencies when caring for younger children. The goal of Safe Sitter is to reduce the number of accidental and preventable deaths among children being cared for by babysitters. Thousands of young adolescents across the country have been trained

by Safe Sitter to handle life-threatening emergencies.

All medical information will be taught by a certified professional. During the course, students get hands-on practice in basic life-saving techniques so they are prepared to act in a crisis. Instructors also provide tips to make sitters more confident caregivers.

For more information, contact the hospital at 629-6611 extension 2540.

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Arts & Entertainment Master Gardeners host ‘Day in the Garden’ The Sussex County Master Gardeners, of Delaware Cooperative Extension for both Delaware State University and University of Delaware, are pleased to announce they are hosting an open house at their Demonstration Garden. This special event entitled 'Day in the Garden' is scheduled for Saturday, July 14, 2007 from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m.

The Master Gardener's Demonstration Garden is located at 16483 County Seat Highway, Route 9 west of Georgetown, Delaware.

Traveling west, it is about 4.5 miles from the intersection of Routes 113 and 9, just past the Sussex Tech High School, on the right.

Turn right just after the gazebo at the Elbert N. & Ann V. Carvel Research & Education Center.

Day in the Garden Highlights Tour the Gardens: Meet the Master Gardeners and tour the Demonstration Garden with them. The garden is planted with annuals, perennials, herbs, shrubs, vegetables, and shade loving plants.

Come and enjoy our containers, raised beds, water garden, bog garden and butterfly garden.

Information Stations: Master Gardeners will man information stations located throughout the garden. Learn about com-

posting, lawns, proper techniques for taking a soil test, and the "Livable Delaware" program.

New to Delaware: If you are "New to Delaware" stop by this station to obtain valuable information about gardening in Sussex County.

Sick Plant Clinic: If you have a plant with a problem, bring a sample to our Plant Clinic for identification and recommended remedies.

Gardening Tools: Learn about tool maintenance, safety and sharpening. If you have a favorite tool which needs to be sharpened bring it along and we will sharpen.

Youth and Entomology: Bring the kids and join the Master Gardeners looking for and learning about insects.

The kids will also enjoy a project of decorating paint sticks with insect motifs.

Fresh Vegetables: Join us in the vegetable garden at 11:30 a.m. to sample some of the vegetables we have growing.

Bring a brown bag lunch and eat in our shaded picnic grove. There is no rain date set.

For more information contact Tracy Wootten at (302) 856-7303, ext. 538 or Karen Adams, ext. 540 or visit the Master Gardener Web site at: www.rec.udel.edu.

Click on "Master Gardener."

Entertainment bulletins ‘Dinner With Friends’

Second Street Players will present Pulitzer Prize for drama winner, "Dinner With Friends," on June 29, 30 and July 1.

The contemporary adult drama is spiked with humorous quips and strong insight into modern marriages and friendships.

Directed by LeRoy Andrews, "Dinner With Friends" is the story of two couples who saw each other through weddings, childbearing, and settling into careers as young professionals.

They dined together, spent summers on Martha's Vineyard, and planned to grow old together.

When one marriage is blown apart, the repercussions are felt in both households.

The couples are portrayed by Valerie Jarrell, Ed Teti, Melissa Jansen, and Ben Lonski III. Friday and Saturday shows are at 8

p.m.; Sunday matinees are at 3 p.m. Tickets for all shows are $14; senior citizens and students pay a discount price of $13 for Sunday matinees only.

For reservations, call the Second Street Players ticketline, 422-0220.

Second Street Players Riverfront Theatre is located at 2 S. Walnut St., downtown Milford. The theatre is accessible to persons with disabilities.

Street Kids Summer Theatre Camp

Registrations are now being accepted for the Second Street Players' Street Kids Summer Theatre Camp, which runs July 23 - August 2, Monday through Thursday, 1 - 5 p.m. at Riverfront Theatre, in downtown Milford at 2 S. Walnut St. Concluding variety show performances are 7 p.m., August 3 and 4, and 4 p.m., August 5. Tuition, which is $90, is due

A scene from last years “Day in the Garden” shows plant lovers touring the demonstration garden.

upon registration.

This two-week workshop is especially for kids ages 9-16 who are interested in performing arts. Adult coordinators will lead activities and exercises that include development of stage presence and characterization, voice projection, and other aspects of a stage production.

All camp participants who choose to act or sing will have the opportunity to perform in the variety show; however, there are opportunities for kids who prefer responsibilities behind the scenes.

All participants receive a Street Kids 2007 shirt.

Registration is limited to the first 30 participants who return the registration form and tuition.

There is no in-person registration and registrations will be accepted on a firstcome, first-serve basis. A registration

form can be downloaded at www.secondstreetplayers.com.

For more information, leave a message at 302-422-0220 or email www.secondstreetplayers@verizon.net.

Summer brings kids to Possum Point

Possum Point Player’s summer program will be called the Theatre Academy.

The program will be geared toward older kids in grades 6 through 10.

Those in Grade 5 will also be accepted into the Theatre Academy while space allows. The program will take place from July 30 to Aug. 3.

Registration is now open, but space is limited. The enrollment fee is $150 for both the Children's Drama Academy and the Theatre Academy.

Contact the Possum Point Players at 856-4560 for more information.

Women in the outdoors event to be held July 14 in Greenwood The Lower Delaware Chapter of the National Wild Turkey Federation will host its annual Women in the Outdoors event on July 14 at the Owens Station in Greenwood. Our program is about encouraging women to try new outdoor activities in a safe environment that makes them feel at ease," said Rob Keck, NWTF CEO. "This event is also a chance for women of all walks of life - singles, moms, daughters, young and old - to spend a weekend outdoors, away from home, hanging out and having fun."Women in the Outdoors uses

expert instructors to teach outdoor skills using a hands-on approach.

Events are held across the country and often include activities involving fishing, recreational shooting, camping and boating. By also encouraging a greater awareness of the country's natural resources, events create outdoor convictions that are important to the future success of wildlife conservation and the preservation of North America's hunting traditions.

According to a recent study commissioned by the NWTF and funded through a

grant from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, program participants have increased their involvement by more than 40 percent in fishing, hiking, backpacking, camping, wildlife habitat, hunting, shooting, birdwatching and outdoor photography.

The combination of sponsorship and local chapter support allows the NWTF to offer these programs at a low cost to partiipants. The cost of attending each event includes a membership in the Women in the Outdoors program and a subscription to "Women in the Outdoors " magazine, the

Federation's full-color, quarterly publication with articles and information on various outdoor adventures and activities.

"The Women in the Outdoors program allows the NWTF to reach an entirely new audience, one that has the potential to benefit conservation efforts," said Keck. "It's an opportunity for women to find great satisfaction and enjoyment in the outdoors.”

For more information, contact Nancy Moore (Event Coordinator) at 629-5527 or via email at nemoore@dmv.com.

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Whatever good son has to offer is due to Dad’s influence With Father’s Day having been recently, I am spending a lot of ONY INDSOR time thinking about my own father, who passed away several Dad did not believe in years ago. A good friend of mine rewarding us with monmentioned jokingly that in these columns, I often describe my faey and other types of ther as “the man who beat me gifts for doing chores half to death as a child.” or getting good grades I have defended my column on on our report cards. He several occasions to those people simply expected us to who object to my recounting of do it because it was times when my father used the what we were supbelt to deal with bad behavior. I will not do that this time. posed to do.

It will suffice to say that as I see it, I never felt Dad’s wrath In addition to taking the belt to us without having first invoked it with my young’uns when we were out of line, heathen attitude. In other words, I never Dad also hugged and kissed us every got the belt in a case of mistaken identinight before we went to bed. That only ty. stopped when we decided we were too I respect everyone’s individual opinold for that type of exchange; Dad never ion. Instead, I want to take the opportustopped offering. nity to share some additional thoughts We were not showered with gifts and about the man I called “Dad.” toys as kids. Christmas was the only Dad was strict; make no mistake time we got those. We celebrated our about it. He did not tolerate irresponsibirthdays with cake and ice cream and bility and he had an especially low tolerfamily stopping by for coffee. There ance for any of his children who did not were no toys given out then either. Only show respect to him, Mom, or any other when we turned 13 did Dad offer a birthperson who was considered our elder. day present. It was a choice between a He believed in “putting a handle” on watch and a fishing rod. any of our exchanges with adults; such Dad was old-fashioned to the point as “yes, ma’am” and “yes sir.” He also that he would not even consider my demanded that we address our uncles mother going outside the home to work. and aunts as “Uncle” and”Aunt” We He felt it more important that she be would never even think of calling them home with us kids and taking care of the simply by their first name.

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home. That is something that many modern women find repulsive, degrading and basically narcissistic. Speaking as a child who had the opportunity to wake up each morning and come home each day from school, to my mother and grandmother, I say thank God Dad was old-fashioned.

I know that in today’s world it is hard to make ends meet on one salary and husbands and wives find it necessary to have two paychecks. But, in all fairness to my father and his old-fashioned values, it was not any easier to raise three to five kids on one salary, but he did it.

It may have been the main reason we never got toys and other presents on a more regular basis, but in my way of thinking, having Mom around on a regular basis was much more rewarding.

Dad did not believe in rewarding us with money and other types of gifts for doing chores or getting good grades on our report cards. He simply expected us to do it because it was what we were supposed to do.

Dad never told me that if I did not get As, Bs, or Cs in school I would be in trouble. He simply told me to do my best, “even if that is a D,” he would say.

But then he would follow that up by saying that he knew I was capable of getting grades better than my older brother; a straight A student.

He always told me, “You are smarter than your brother.” I always thought he just said that to make me feel better, but over the years I realized that he meant it.

Today it breaks my heart to know how many times I disappointed him by bringing home failing grades because I simply did not care enough to try. I was more interested in being the class clown than in living up to the standards that Dad knew I was capable of.

So, in closing I will say that my father was hard and expected a lot out of his kids. He would take the belt to us when we were out of line.

But, Dad was also a man whom a young boy could look up to and see as a true role model. Dad was a “man’s man” and gave his children the gift of guidance and the art of doing things without expecting something in return.

He also prepared us for the times when life didn’t hand us a fist full of happiness. When nobody was there to see that we got what we wanted, and we had to work for what we needed.

I feel that whatever good I have to offer today is largely due to my father’s influence.

This morning I stopped and helped an elderly woman as she struggled to make her way down a flight of stairs.

She was almost amazed that I took the time to go out of my way to help an old lady.

She turned to me and said, “Thank you so much.” I closed my eyes and said,”Thank you, Dad.”

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Education Delaware Tech's academic camp a hit with students The 2007 "Kid's on Campus" program at Delaware Technical & Community College, Owens Campus, continued during the week of June 18-22 with many academic and specialty camps.

The young ones (ages 6-8) kicked off the reading/writing camp and the middle age group (ages 9-11) continued the math mania camp last week, with many exciting activities.

"The kids get a chance, through these camps, to learn in a fun and interactive way," said Susie Antonik, program developer for Corporate and Community Programs. "It's not just doing worksheets, but they get to play games and have a lot of fun. Kids like to learn in a fun environment and they get that with these camps."

Campers in the math mania program sharpened their math skills by playing calculator games, as well as doing mazes, puzzles and other hands-on projects, which concentrated on problem-solving

techniques and teamwork.

The reading/writing camp helped to unleash campers' creativity through critical and creative reading and thinking.

They also had a chance to polish their writing skills.

The summer camps will continue at Delaware Tech throughout the summer.

"It's not too late for parents to get their children involved in our summer camp program," Antonik said. "Summer's just started and we still have an array of activities available."

While young campers have finished honing their math and reading skills, there are many other kid's camps offered throughout the summer at Delaware Tech, including sports camps like baseball, soccer and tae kwon do.

There are also several specialty camps including photography, acting, Spanish and Web design.

The reading/writing camp is still available for the 12-to-15-year-old group

Spelling bee winners

Instructor Chris Oakbrae gives a helping hand to camp participant Lauren Householder during the Reading/Writing Camp on June 22 at Delaware Technical & Community College.

beginning Monday, July 9.

For more information on this summer's kid's camps, contact the Corporate and Community Programs office at 302854-6966.

Kids learned about bodily functions at Del Tech camp They made giant body parts, scarfed down “gross” snacks and learned all about flatulence, ear wax, snot and so much more. And they had a really good time doing it.

It was all part of the annual “Kid’s on Campus” program at Delaware Technical & Community College, Owens Campus – specifically, the “It’s Not Just Snot” course conducted over three fun-filled days in mid-June.

Campers learned all about how the human body functions and how it helps to keep them healthy.

They learned about the intricacies of each body system, through information sessions, making edible snacks with disgusting names and by constructing a giant replica of the body using paper mache.

“The kids all did a great job,” said Sue Tyndall, who is in her second year teaching the camp along with co-instructor Jennifer Akey. “They all had their own body system and we gave them some fun information in terms that they could understand. Then they had some computer time to research their system.”

The camp was open to children be-

tween the ages of 7 and 10, who all seemed to be enjoying their time on a college campus.

“This is a lot of fun because we don’t just sit in our chairs and do a paper,” said camp participant Jeff Scott, 8, from Lincoln. “We get to paint and do paper mache and learn all about body parts.”

The three-day camp wrapped up on Wednesday, June 20, with a short gathering designed to show parents, grandparents and other family members what campers learned during the course.

It was a time for the children to show off the paper mache body they constructed and to eat snacks they made throughout the week, among them dookie cookies, ear wax on a stick, boogers, vomit and puffy pimple popovers.

“The kids told their family members all about their particular body part and some of the gross, yet important, information that they learned,” Tyndall said.

“During the camp, we’ve had so much fun that the children probably didn’t even realize they were learning.”

While “It’s Not Just Snot” has wrapped up, there are many other kid’s

Hunter Clifton paints a giant ear, and a bit of himself, during the “It’s Not Just Snot” kid’s camp at Delaware Technical & Community College.

camps offered throughout the summer at Delaware Tech, including sports camps like baseball, soccer and tae kwon do.

There are also several specialty camps including photography, acting, Spanish and Web design.

For more information on this summer’s kid’s camps, contact the Corporate and Community Programs office at 302854-6966.

Five Sussex Tech musicians to tour Europe this summer Five Sussex Technical High School students will be traveling to Europe this summer to participate in the 2007 Gold Tour sponsored by the American Music Abroad program.

The tour will be from July 2-20 and will include Switzerland, Italy, Austria, Germany and France.

The students from Sussex Tech are Ariane Burba of Rehoboth (soprano), Matt

Dickerson of Laurel (baritone horn), Emily Goheen of Rehoboth (soprano), Travis Wharton of Millsboro (trombone) and Ashley Workman of Laurel (bass clarinet).

The Honors Concert Band of 85 instrumentalists and the Honors Chorus of 70 vocalists are composed of student musicians from Pennsylvania, Georgia, Massachusetts, Maryland, New Jersey

and Delaware. Students are selected based upon their musical ability and good citizenship.

The Sussex Tech music department is led by Mr. Ben Ables, director.

The Gold Tour is a blend of city experiences and quaint, small villages. Concerts, always attended by large appreciative audiences, will be in fine concert halls and beautiful outdoor venues.

Following are the names of the students who won first, second, and third place in a recent Seaford school district spelling bee. The district has already planned the event for next school year.

Blades Elementary - Third Grade: First Place, J. D. Moore; Second Place, Ian Jager; Third Place, J. T. Martin.

Fourth Grade: First Place, Elis Petion; Second Place, Devin Redding; Third Place, Taylor Feyl. Fifth Grade: First Place, Damian Bluto; Second Place, Brianna Kessler; Third Place, Bansri Patel.

Central Elementary - Third Grade: First Place, Robinson Metelus; Second Place, Rylie Moore; Third Place, Katja Voarosz.Fourth Grade: First Place, Ryan Swingle; Second Place, Cassie Ewing; Third Place,Sara Davis. Fifth Grade: First Place, Jenna Cottet, Second Place, Jordan Walls, Third Place, Matthew Bell.

Frederick Douglass Elementary Third Grade: First Place, Alex Kimpton; Second Place, Dawn Wood;Third Place, Jawaun Rodriguez.Fourth Grade: First Place, Hannah Pollock; Second Place, Sabrina Motta; Third Place, Maria Rosas.Fifth Grade: First Place, Alicia Martinez; Second Place, Megan Mahetta; Third Place, James Hemmen.

West Seaford Elementary - Third Grade: First Place, Jerry Green; Second Place, Kaitlin Brittingham; Third Place, Jaylyn Calloway.Fourth Grade: First Place, Kelsey Joseph; Second Place, Tyler Wright; Third Place, Brianna Horsey.Fifth Grade: First Place, Taylor Prance; Second Place, Alexa Herr; Third Place, Jessica Massey.

Camp will challenge kids to apply math and science skills Students who enjoy math and science but might have overlooked manufacturing as a career choice will get their chance to explore this area of industry this summer.

Make It Manufacturing Camp will give rising 9th and 10th graders an opportunity to tour local manufacturing facilities and apply math and science skills in a realworld environment.

The seventh annual Make It Manufacturing Camp is sponsored by the Delaware State Chamber of Commerce, The Delaware Manufacturing Association, Delaware Technical & Community College and the Delaware Manufacturing Extension Partnership (DEMEP) and will be held June 25 -29 at Delaware Technical and Community College's Stanton and Georgetown campuses.

Stanton campers will tour the General Motors Wilmington Assembly Plant, Agilent Technologies in Wilmington and Croda in New Castle.

Georgetown campers will tour ILC Dover in Frederica, Decrane Aircraft in Georgetown and Intervet, Inc. in Millsboro.

Campers in both locations will create a sound-activated model car.

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TRIO PARTICIPANT AWARDED SCHOLARSHIP - John Blakeney, winner of the Delaware State TRIO Organization's 2007 pre-college scholarship, is flanked by DSTO Scholarship Co-Chair Donna Burtelle, left, and 2006-2007 DSTO President Cheryl Miller.

Blakeney, a 2007 graduate of Seaford High School was one of two scholarship winners announced recently by Delaware State TRIO Organization (DSTO). Blakeney will be attending the Massachusetts Institute of Technology in Cambridge, Mass., in the fall.

Education briefs Summer Spicer earns dual degrees at Swarthmore

On June 3, 2007 Swarthmore College held its commencement exercises in the Scott Amphitheater; where Summer Spicer, of Laurel, received bachelor of arts degrees in psychology and art.

Spicer, a 2003 graduate and valedictorian of Laurel Senior High School plans to utilize her dual degrees by attending graduate school, majoring in art therapy. She also plans to eventually attend medical school and pursue a career in pediatric oncology. She is the daughter of Brad and Joy Spicer.

Agriculture poster competition, for the Laurel School District. Jacob was also the Second Place Winner for the state level.

Jacob and his family attended a ceremony at the Department of Education in Dover and he was awarded a certificate and ribbon for second place and $50.

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DOE representative Pat Carlson (right) explains a section of the training to Tammy Morley, a social studies teacher at Sussex Tech.

Sussex Tech teachers receive training Before leaving for the summer break, teachers at Sussex Technical High School took part in an in-service workshop sponsored by the Delaware Department of Education (DOE) centered on the Delaware Performance Appraisal System II. Sussex Tech is one of seven school districts in the state that is implementing the new teacher evaluation system.

The system is based on a new book by instructional professional Charlotte Danielson, titled "Enhancing Professional Practice, Frameworks for Teaching."

DOE personnel Pat Carlson, Linda Rogers and Mary Ellen Kotz came to Sussex Tech to give an overview of the book to the teachers so that they will be prepared when school begins in September.

Mount Olivet accepting preschool registration

We are accepting registration for our fall program for ages two-, three- and four-year olds starting Aug. 29.

The preschool program runs three mornings a week, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 9 to 11:30 a.m.Applications are available in Mount Olivet Church Office Tuesday through Friday during the summer.

Accolades continuing for ECS students

It's official, the vote is in - Jennifer Baker ranks Superior at the Regional Level with her entry to the ACSI Creative Writing Festival, "A Christmas Reminder." Jennifer, a sixth grader at ECS this past year, received several recognitions for her writing talents. Also, receiving an award for his academic achievement is Zachary Bryant, outgoing eighth grader, who was recognized by the United States Achievement Academy as a United States National Honor Student Award winner. If you would like more information about ECS or any of their programs, contact us at 302-8754488.

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The Town Of Laurel is seeking to hire a Public Works Maintenance Technician III; a minimum of (4) year’s work experience in the installation, maintenance and repair of water, sewer and storm water infrastructure is required.

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Candidates should have five years of municipal managerial experience with a bachelor’s degree in business or public administration. This position oversees the operation of a growing community as its Chief Administrative Officer. The town is a full service community with 34 full time employees and four part time employees. Fifteen of the employees report to the police chief, who reports directly to the Town Council.

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Please send resumes to the Town of Laurel, ATTN. Town Manager Position, 201 Mechanic Street, Laurel, Delaware 19956. Please include a Town of Laurel job application, which may be found online at www.townoflaurel.net.

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PUBLIC AUCTION OF VALUABLE REAL ESTATE WITH HOME IN LAUREL, DELAWARE FRIDAY, JUNE 29, 2007 4:30 p.m.

Location: 515 E. 4th Street, Laurel, Delaware 19956. From the intersection of U.S. Rt. 13 and Del. Rt. 24 in Laurel, travel west on Rt. 24 (4 th Street) for approx. 0.5 mile into Laurel. Home will be on right (Sign Posted).

Inspection: Wednesday, June 20 from 4 to 5 p.m. & Tuesday, June 26 from 4 to 5 p.m.

The property is identified on the Sussex County Tax Map as District 3-32 Map 1.07 Parcel 257.00 and consists of approx. 16,500 sq. ft. of land improved with a 3 BR/1.5 BA two-story home. The first floor of the home features a kitchen, 1/2 bathroom, Florida room, diningroom, livingroom, and enclosed front porch. The second floor of the home features 3 bedrooms and a full bathroom. The home features an attic, hardwood floors throughout, ample closet space, oil heat, as well as municipal water & sewer.

The home is situated on a deep 0.38+/- Acre lot in town limits with easy access to Rt. 13 and would make a great starter home or investment property.

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Terms: $7,500.00 down payment in the form of cash or certified check made payable to Jos. C. O’Neal & Sons. Balance to be paid within 45 day when a good and marketable deed will be given. Purchaser and Seller will equally share all State & County transfer taxes. Property is being sold, “AS IS”. A 4% Buyer’s Premium will be charged on the final selling price. Failure to comply with these terms on day of sale will cause the down payment to be forfeited. Sellers have the right to accept or reject any or all bids, but it is their intent to sell said property in order to settle the estate.

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2 hours prior to the Auction.

Auction Event held Saturda, July 14th at 4:17 PM - Onsite!

Multiple Lots will be Sold “Absolute” to the highest bidder, regardless of price.

At the intersection of Rt. 13 and Sycamore Rd. in Laurel. (0.5 miles South of Rt. 9 and 0.75 miles North of Rt. 24 in Laurel) turn East onto Sycamore Rd. & follow for 1 block to Chipmans Pond Rd. on the right. Turn right onto Chipmans Pond Rd. & follow to Manchester Lane on the left. Signs Posted.

This is a beautiful new community flanked by gorgeous new homes. With the location of this neighborhood not even a mile and a half off of Rt. 13 Northbound, travel both north and south are seamless. Of course, the Delaware beaches are a major attraction in the region. This auction is being conducted as part of a bank/builder restructure and multiple lots be sold regardless of price. These are approved building lots, most require a standard septic system. If you are tired of overpriced homes and relentless searches for an affordable building lot, a greater opportunity may never present itself. If you are unsure of how the auction process works, please contact our office today. Our qualified staff prides itself on explaining the overwhelming benefits of buying a property at auction.

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(To be awarded upon settlement.) : $3,500.00 down per lot on day of auction in cash, certified check, credit card, or check acceptable by the auction company. The balance to be paid in 30 Days. All lots being sold “as is”. 3.5 % Buyer premium. Auction Company makes no representation or warranties of any kind. . Brokers wishing to represent a client must have their client(s) registered 48 hours prior to the auction. Contact Auction Co. for Complete Details

Living Estate Auction - 1 Owner Home and Contents

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Saturday, July 21st at 10 AM, Real Estate will be Sold at Noon July 11th, 6-7 PM & July 15th, 3-4PM

(Personal Property will not be available for preview until auction day)

At the intersection of Rt. 13 ant Rt. 24 (in Laurel DE) turn West onto Rt. 24 and follow for 1 mile to Central Ave. Cross Central Ave and continue on Rt. 24 (West St) for 0.8 Miles to home on the left. Signs Posted.

Owned by long time Laurel Entrepreneurs/residents the “Marvil House” is improved by 3 BR, 2 BA, updated windows, hardwood floors and a great floor plan. The 4”well is also updated. The property fronts on 2 roads as also features 2 detached garages; a 1 and 2 car! Mrs. Marvil is relocating to assisted living and Marshall Auction-Marketing Co., is very honored to assist the family with the auction.

To be listed soon! $6,000.00 down on the day of auction in cash, certified check or check acceptable by undersigned. Balance to be paid in 45 days. 2.5 % Buyer premium.

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✳ JUNE 28 - JULY 4, 2007

LEGALS PUBLIC NOTICE The Mayor and Council of the Town of Laurel, Delaware will sit as Court of Appeal for hearing of appeals from assessment list for FY-2008. The hearing will be held in the Board Room of the Laurel Fire Hall, located at 205 Tenth Street, on Monday, July 16, 2007, beginning at 7:10 p.m. or as soon as possible thereafter.

MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF LAUREL 6/28/1tc

CITY OF SEAFORD, DELAWARE ORDER OF DEMOLITION To: Eugene Hastings 10932 Old Furnace Rd. Seaford, DE 19973 Property: 315 N. Pine Street, Seaford, DE Tax Map and Parcel 4-31 5.00 15

PURSUANT TO THE CITY OF SEAFORD HOUSING CODE It is hereby ordered that the above described property is hereby ordered to be demolished within (30) days of the date of this Order due to the structure being dilapidated and so out of repair as to be dangerous, unsafe, unsanitary or otherwise unfit for human habitation, occupancy or use.

Failure to comply with this demolition order within the time prescribed will result in the City demolishing the structure either through an available public agency or by contract with private persons and the cost of such demolition and removal shall be charged against the real estate upon which the structure is located and shall be a lien upon such real estate.

THE CITY OF SEAFORD Joshua E. Littleton Building Official Dated: June 12, 2007

CERTIFIED MAIL: 7007 0710 0000 8665 5905 6/28/3tc

PUBLIC HEARING The Commissioners of Bridgeville will hold a Public Hearing and present an Ordinance to regulate the use of skateboards within the Town limits of Bridgeville, for a second and final reading at their monthly meeting scheduled for July 9, 2007, at 7:00 P.M. in the Town Hall, 101 N.. Main Street, Bridgeville, Delaware.

COMMISSIONERS OF BRIDGEVILLE JOSEPH T. CONAWAY, COMMISSION PRESIDENT 6/28/1tc

TOWN OF LAUREL NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Please take notice that a public hearing will be held on: Monday, July 16, 2007 at 7:00 p.m.

Laurel Fire Hall 205 Tenth Street Town of Laurel Laurel, De The public hearing will be conducted by the Mayor and Council of the Town of Laurel, to consider the request of: Kenneth Mills, Louis & Shirley O’Neal, Frank Calio, Nanticoke Memorial Hospital, Poore’s Propane, Donald D’Aquila and Southern Delaware Properties, applications for the annexation into the Town for property located contiguous to the existing corporate limits of the Town of Laurel, on the east side of U.S. Route 13, tax map nos. 2-32/12.00/45, 106.02, 107, 130.01, 130.02, 131, 132.01, & 138.

All interested persons are invited to attend said public hearing and present their views. Additional information, including copies of the annexation requests and other pertinent documents, may be obtained at Town hall during regular business hours.

Mayor and Council Laurel, Delaware 6/28/1tc

TOWN OF LAUREL NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Please take notice that a public hearing will be held on: Monday, July 16, 2007 at 7:05 p.m.

Laurel Fire Hall 205 Tenth Street Town of Laurel Laurel, De The public hearing will be conducted by the Mayor and Council of the Town of Laurel, to consider the request of: Two Farms, Inc. applications for the annexation into the Town for property located contiguous to the existing corporate limits of the Town of Laurel, along Georgetown Road and Kurtz Drive the west side of U.S. Route 13, tax map nos. 2-32/12.15/30 & 35.

All interested persons are invited to attend said public hearing and present their views. Additional information, including copies of the annexation requests and other pertinent documents, may be obtained at Town hall during regular business hours.

Mayor and Council Laurel, Delaware 6/28/1tc

PAGE 35 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BROAD CREEK HUNDRED Subd. #2006-23 Notice is hereby given that the County Planning and Zoning Commission of Sussex County will hold a public hearing on Thursday evening, JULY 26, 2007, in the County Council Chambers, Sussex County Administrative Building, Georgetown, Delaware, on the application of GORDON WINEGAR to consider the Subdivision of land in an AR-1 Agricultural Residential District in Broad Creek Hundred, Sussex County, by dividing 6.62 acres into 4 lots, located at the end of a 50’ right of way, 1,600 feet south of Road 78A and north of Broad Creek.

Planning and Zoning public hearings will begin at 6:00 P.M. Text and maps of this application may be examined by interested parties in the County Planning and Zoning Office, Sussex County Administrative Building, Georgetown, Delaware.

If unable to attend the public hearing, written comments will be accepted but must be received prior to the public hearing.

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

6/28/1tc

LEGAL NOTICE Department of Homeland Security U.S. Customs & Border Protection U.S. Customhouse, Second & Chestnut Sts. Room 102 Philadelphia, PA 19106-2999 Notice is hereby given as provided for in Section 607, Tariff Act, that $14,960.00 in U.S. Currency seized on February 27, 2007 was seized for violation of U.S. Customs and Border Protection laws, and related laws, and is being held in this Port. Anyone claiming any right or interest in same is hereby notified to appear within 20 days from the date of publication of this notice to file a claim and post bond in the sum of $5,000 or 10% of the value; otherwise, the merchandise will be declared forfeited by C.O.B. July 6, 2007.

BETH L. GOLDBERG, FINES, PENALTIES & FORFEITURES OFFICER, PHILADELPHIA, PA 6/14/3tc

NOTICE Estate of William S. Fields, Jr., Deceased.

Notice is hereby given that Letters of Testamen-

tary upon the estate of William S. Fields, Jr. who departed this life on the 14th day of November, A.D. 2006 late of Delmar, DE were duly granted unto H. Michael Hickson on the 12th day of June, A.D. 2007, 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 14th day of July, A.D. 2007 or abide by the law in this behalf.

Executor: H. Michael Hickson 113 S. Baptist St., Salisbury, MD 21803-0044 Attorney: Michael F. McGroerty, Esq. 110 N. Pine St. Seaford, DE 19973 David L. Wilson Register of Wills 6/28/3tc

NOTICE Estate of Jacque C. Warrington, Deceased.

Notice is hereby given that Letters of Testamentary upon the estate of Jacque C. Warrington who departed this life on the 3rd day of May, A.D. 2007 late of Seaford, DE were duly granted unto Judith C. Warrington on the 14th day of June, A.D. 2007, and all persons indebted to the said deceased are required to make payments to the said Executrix without delay, and all persons having demands against the deceased are required to exhibit and present the same duly probated to the said Executrix on or before the 3rd day of January, A.D. 2008 or abide by the law in this behalf.

Executrix: Judith C. Warrington 4211 Springhill Ave., Richmond, VA 23225 Attorney: Michele Procino-Wells Esq. 225 High St. Seaford, DE 19973 David L. Wilson Register of Wills 6/28/3tc

NOTICE Estate of Christian R. Bauer, Deceased.

Notice is hereby given that Letters of Administration upon the estate of Christian R. Bauer who departed this life on the 2nd day of May, A.D. 2007 late of Seaford, DE were duly granted unto Paula Hill on the 31st day of May, A.D. 2007, and all persons indebted to the said deSee LEGALS—page 36

MORNING STAR ✳ JUNE 28 - JULY 4, 2007

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Police Journal

DRIVER TRAPPED - On Wednesday June 20, at 8:42 a.m.Laurel Fire Dept., and Sussex County EMS were called to a car accident with entrapment on Sussex Highway and the intersection of Salt Barn Road. Asst. Chief Alan Schweitzer arrived on scene to find a two-car accident with entrapment in the Saturn. Rescue crews began care on the trapped driver, while others under the direction of Captain Tim West went to work removing the doors. Rescue workers completely removed both doors on the driver’s side, along with the post to allow full access to the patient. The patient was freed and transported Nanticoke Memorial Hospital in Seaford as a priority one. He was later transported to Christiana in serious, but stable condition. The driver of the Cadallic refused transport. Schweitzer placed the incident under control at 9:12 a.m. Submitted photo COMBINE FIRE - On Friday June 22, Laurel Fire Dept. was alerted for a field fire involving a combine on Sharptown road just west of Laurel. Asst. Chief Alan Schweitzer responded in command 81 and while enroute could see smoke from town. He wasted no time in having Sharptown assist on scene. Schweitzer arrived on scene and established Sharptown road command. He then requested Delmar and Blades to the scene. Laurel Brush trucks were sent to cut off the fast moving wind-driven fire, while Engine 81-5 handled the combine. From 5 to 8 acres burned before firefighters could cut it off. One combine was totally destroyed during the incident. Sharptown, Delmar, and Blades Fire Departments assisted on scene. Submitted photo.

LEGALS - from Page 36 ceased are required to make payments to the said Administratrix without delay, and all persons having demands against the deceased are required to exhibit and present the same duly probated to the said Administratrix on or before the 2nd day of January, A.D. 2008 or abide by the law in this behalf.

Administratrix: Paula Hill 11639 A Long Green Pike, Glen Arm, MD 21057 Attorney: Shannon R. Owens, Esq. Procino Wells, LLC 225 High St. Seaford, DE 19973 David L. Wilson Register of Wills 6/28/3tc

NOTICE Estate of John Harry Null, Deceased.

Notice is hereby given that Letters of Testamentary upon the estate of John Harry Null who departed this life on the 6th day of May, A.D. 2007 late of Laurel, DE were duly granted unto Elizabeth M. Null on the 31st day of May, A.D. 2007, and all persons indebted to the said deceased are required to make payments to the said Executrix without delay, and all persons having de-

mands against the deceased are required to exhibit and present the same duly probated to the said Executrix on or before the 6th day of January, A.D. 2008 or abide by the law in this behalf.

Executrix: Elizabeth M. Null 30808 Cypress Lane, Laurel, DE 19956 Attorney: Cindy Szabo, Esq. Sergovic & Ellis P.O. Box 875 Georgetown, DE 19947 David L. Wilson Register of Wills 6/28/3tc

NOTICE Estate of William F. Springfield, Deceased.

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Officers from Rehoboth Beach Police, Dewey Beach Police and Delaware State Police Troop 7 arrested 20 minors for alcohol violations between June 1-16.

The arrests came as part of "June Bug" enforcement activities coordinated by the Office of Highway Safety and funded by a federal grant from the Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention's "Enforcing Underage Drinking Laws" program.

The alcohol violations included: 17 underage consumption of alcohol arrests, 1 possession of a fake ID and two DUI arrests. In addition, officers from Rehoboth Beach PD made 25 arrests for minors who committed violations including disorderly conduct, criminal mischief, trespassing and resisting arrests.

For more information on Delaware's underage alcohol penalties as well as to see resources parents can use to help their children abstain from alcohol use, visit the OHS website at www.ohs.delaware.gov.

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Hoffecker's Ford stopped in the roadway directly in front of the Kia Optima.

After stopping, the Kia traveled around the Ford and pulled onto the southbound shoulder of the roadway because his children were scared. The Ford then pulled on the shoulder behind the Kia Optima and both operators exited their vehicles.

Hoffecker began cursing at the driver of the Kia. Both operators then entered their vehicles at which time Hoffecker backed his vehicle away from the Kia and accelerated forward striking the rear of the Kia. Hoffecker backed up and rammed the Kia a second time with his vehicle causing approximately $500 in damage to the Kia before leaving the scene. During the incident, the operator of the Kia obtained Hoffecker's tag number and gave it to the police.

During the investigation troopers located Hoffecker who later admitted to pushing the victim's car with his. Hoffecker was later arrested for the following misdemeanor criminal charges: 1 count of Terroristic Threatening 3 counts of Reckless Endangering Second Degree 2 counts of Endangering the Welfare of a Child Hoffecker was also arrested for numerous traffic violations including Reckless Driving. Hoffecker was arraigned at Justice of the Peace Court 7 and released after posting $3,500 secured bail.

State Police encourages motorists to report aggressive drivers to their local police department or call 911.

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Four grand dames of Laurel remember life years Reminiscence — quite a word, AT URPHY isn’t it? Webster’s Dictionary describes it as,” recall to mind of a Sarah Marie talked about long forgotten experience or fact, or the process or practice of thinking or tying sugar bags with telling about past experiences.” strings, stores being open The other evening at the Laurel until 11 p.m. and cleaning Historical Society meeting, Norma with old rags. “Can you Jean Fowler organized a special night with the “queens of reminisc- imagine life before paper towels?” she asked. ing,” Katherine Bateman, Verna Disharoon, Mildred West and our own Sarah Marie Trivits. They told Verna remembers Sunday school being of their “days of old” in Laurel. To say it a big part of her life. Her early days were was enjoyed by everyone would be an unspent on 8th Street until around 1932, derstatement. They told of an era of histowhen her dad, Grandville Windsor, made a ry when perseverance, hard work, respect career charge from banking and they and honesty were traits that you learned bought the large home next to the old post very early in life. office on Central Avenue. Part of the Katherine Bateman opened the eyes of house became Windsor Funeral Home the audience with the story of the Carpenter family trying to bring the DuPont plant with her dad serving as funeral director. to Laurel in the late 1930s. Their pleas fell Later, Homer joined the business and Verna and Homer were involved in it for on deaf ears from community business leaders. Mary Wootten Carpenter, a Laurel some 47 years, I believe she said. When asked about boyfriends and dating, Verna native, saw the need for jobs among the blushed and said that her first date was people in Laurel.

John Frank Benson. I believe she was Katherine came to Laurel from Frankford as a 4-year-old and her Laurel experi- looking at Homer as she added, “We were ences were many — from the “wonderful” not very old.”

Mildred West came to Laurel 75 years dances in the Laurel Armory to studying her Bible for confirmation and being asked ago. “Glad I came to Laurel,” she said.

“All of my love is here.” very few questions about it. She talked Mildred has many memories: of washabout Sandy Landing and delighted her boards, that great new invention called a audience in describing making cigarettes gasoline washer and looking forward to out of corn silks and toilet tissue and the Christmas. “Christmas Eve, that’s when reason she has never touched liquor since we trimmed the tree,” she said. “We made her youthful days. You have to get her to things to put on the tree. No lights, and the tell it to catch the hilarity of it.

Sarah Marie, laughing, as always, talked tree was usually in an unheated room and often stayed up until March.” about tying sugar and flour bags with She recalled walking 1 and 1/2 miles to strings, stores being open until 11 p.m. and school with six-inch ruts in the road and cleaning with old rags. “Can you imagine receiving post cards with her Sunday life before paper towels?” she asked. school lesson on them. But most of all, She described renting out part of their Mildred made us think as she told of discihouse to make ends meet and the radio, pline. “You did not say no, I’m not going their only source for instant news and ento do it — no ifs, ands or buts back then. I tertainment. Sarah Marie’s trademark am thankful for what they taught me.” smile was apparent as she was questioned She closed with a humorous lesson that about her dating days. I will let her tell should make us all feel thankful. “Kids toyou about that. day say, ‘I want a car.’ In my day you Verna Disharoon has been here for all her life and of course her husband, Homer, were lucky to even get a ride in one. Don’t take things for granted.” is glad for that. “We lived in good times, This little “Fireside Chat,” as it was never locked your door, walked to the called, left a great impression on this writer movie theatre, it was a simpler time,” said and I imagine other people there as well.

Verna. Verna had great recall of her fall hops and proms that she went to, for This is the 30th year of the Laurel Hiswhich her mom made most of her clothes. torical Society. There are only 80 books That’s right — no J.C. Penney or other laleft of the “History of 19th Century Laubel in the collar.

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I understand that Tull-Ramey Real Estate has joined the Century 21 group and bought out Broadcreek Realty on Rt. 13.

Plans are not formalized yet but there is expected to be an announcement on July 1.

Also there is another local business that will soon be changing hands. I will try to keep you informed on this.

Paul Higby of Laurel walked into his yard some months ago and found a 1978 Laurel High School yearbook, in slightly used condition. Paul did not know what to do with it so he brought it to me at the Star office. It lay on my desk for a couple of months, covered up with papers, until I found it when cleaning. I opened it up and inside were notes from classmates to Mary Jo Wharton. I took the yearbook to her the other day — it was hers and she was delighted to get it back. She did not know how it could have gotten in Paul Higby’s yard but she is sure that he, a Charity Lodge member, has done her a good deed.

The new Delmar phone books are out and Tommy Young, Al Bosman and many others are busy delivering them. They delivered around 4,000 of these books and the proceeds help with projects the Delmar Kiwanis is involved in such as school band uniforms, scholarships and the annual Easter egg hunt. Al was telling me just how dedicated this small 25-member

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All kidding aside, this group does so much for their community and it, like all local organizations, needs a few good young people to help maintain that. Jack Lynch, Al or longtime member Gary Horseman will sign you up in a minute, right at the Railroad Café. So young people, here is your challenge.

The old Food Rite building in Laurel is being renovated for a furniture store, which will open soon. Owner is Chuck Szczepanski, Dove. His brother, Joe, was at the building early Tuesday morning.

They plan to start bringing furniture in as soon as the floors are done and are going to start off with a big sale. In addition to furniture, the store will have hot tubs and bedding. Chuck has 30 years of experience in the furniture business, with a store in Cheswald. Joe did say that the Dollar Store will stay.

As I walked into the gigantic, empty building, I immediately noticed that something was missing. Yup, Rita Baker, Faye Elliott and all the Food Rite folks.

Well , here I am, out of room again, and no chance to talk about the 4th of July, train stations, senior trips and other things that are on my mind. See you at the 4th event in Laurel!

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Blueberries, cookie dough combine in easy-to-make pie If a fruit could be deemed “patriotic,” the honor would have to go to the red, white and blueberry. The first settlers to our shores discovered these tiny gems and today America is responsible for 90 percent of the world’s blueberry production that reaches its peak during this National Blueberry Month.

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On a lightly floured surface with a Avoid containers that are juice-stained floured rolling pin, roll out refrigerated an indication of overripe fruit. cookie dough 1/4-inch thick. With a Store blueberries uncovered in the refloured cookie cutter, cut out stars or other frigerator and wash just before using. Use them within six days or freeze for storage, shapes; place on prepared cookie sheet.

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Seaford Star Sports

Shown during a break in the action are the Seaford Park and Recreation’s Little Smashers. The future Seaford tennis stars recently took tennis lessons at the Seaford High School tennis courts.

Woodbridge grad Jordan Wescott looks to get past the Blue defense on a carry during the Blue-Gold football game last Saturday. Shown in the background is Seaford’s Mike Wright. Photo by Mike McClure

Blue tops Gold, 21-7, for second straight victory

By Mike McClure The Gold team put up a valiant effort before falling to Blue for the second straight year, 21-7, last Saturday in the annual Blue-Gold senior all-star football game at the University of Delaware.

Delmar’s Donald Poole fielded the opening kickoff, an onsides kick by the Blue team right at the sure handed Wildcat grad. Gold’s Lavesta Bryant (Dover) gained eight yards on two carries before fumbling on third down with the Blue team recovering the ball.

Gold got the ball back, then gave it back to Blue when Daveikis Howard (Concord) intercepted a pass to set up first and 10 on the Gold 14.

Gold’s James Bell of Milford sacked quarterback Scott Wallace (St. Mark’s) to set up third and 16 on the 20. Wallace completed a 20-yard touchdown pass to Andrew Szczerba (Salesianum) and Alexander Tosi (Archmere) added the extra point for a 7-0 Blue lead with 8:29 left in the first quarter.

Laurel’s Jeremy Bagwell returned the kickoff to the 28 and later made a tackle following a punt by Perry Townsend (Indian River) on fourth and four.

Blue went back to work on its next possession as Leo Cheaton (Caravel) had a six-yard run, Charles Todd (Howard) gained three yards on a pass from Wallace before being tripped up by Laurel’s Antwon Trimball, and Wallace picked up a first down with a quarterback keeper on third and inches.

Cheaton had a four-yard run before being hit hard by Bagwell, Alfonso Haggard (Caravel) had a two-yard run before being met by Woodbridge’s Jordan Wescott and the Gold defense, and Wallace got another first down with a 17-yard run to set up first and 10 on the Gold 33.

Wallace picked up 14 more yards on

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Seaford’s Mike Wright is shown during warmups at last Saturday’s Blue-Gold all-star football game at the University of Delaware. Photo by Mike McClure

the ground to set up a one-yard touchdown run by Dean Sutton (Howard).

Tosi’s extra point made it 14-0 with just 16 seconds left in the first quarter.

Wescott returned the Blue kick to the 34 yardline and Bryant had a 10-yard run on a pitch from Gold quarterback Markie Lewis (Polytech), but Gold was eventually forced to punt.

The Gold defense held Blue in check and forced a short punt by Tosi which Bagwell returned to the Blue 26. Starting quarterback Brad Hilovsky’s pass on Continued on page 43

SAFE AT SECOND- The Patriots’ Garrett Eskridge avoids the tag by Georgetown second baseman Taylor Farrington during Sussex West’s 6-2 home win last Thursday. See story on page 45. Photo by Mike McClure

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Blue-Gold football game is more than just a game

By Mike McClure In addition to the statewide spotlight, the high level of competition, and the chance to play at the University of Delaware for at least one night, the BlueGold all-star football game offers players and other participants a unique opportunity, to make new friends.

Whether its with their buddies through the hand-in-hand program or with their long-time rivals turned teammates, the Blue-Gold game represents more than just a game.

The hand-in-hand program, which was initiated in 1974, matches high school participants with young people with cognitive disabilities.

“It was awesome. I’ve never been really close to people with cognitive disabilities. They’re no different than I am,” said Delmar High grad Darren Collins who was matched with Ian and Eric Larson as well as Bradley Moore. “I learned that everybody should be treated equally.

Looking through their eyes I see the same thing they see. They don’t see black or white, fat or skinny.”

“We got three great buddies. Everything that we do with them is special and I wouldn’t want to change anything,” Delmar’s Alan Preston added.

The event was made even more special for Woodbridge’s Jordan Wescott who was matched with his cousin, Douglas Mast.

“It made it even more special. It was special to come on the field and see the joy in his face,” said Wescott.

Laurel’s Antwon Trimball and Jeremy Bagwell knew a little bit about Blue-Gold entering this year’s game. They served as Gold manager’s two years ago.

“It was something I looked forward to two years ago. I said I’d come back and play and I did and I made the most out of it,” Trimball said.

“It is a nice feeling to come back and play in this game and see how it feels,” added Bagwell.

Bagwell kept practicing with the Gold

squad following the death of his mother earlier in the month after a long illness.

He said the decision to keep playing was not a difficult one. He dedicated the game in memory of his mother.

Bagwell and Salesianum’s Andrew Szczerba were honored by the Delaware Interscholastic Football Coaches Association (DIFCA) with the Jim Williams Memorial Award for contributing the most to their squad’s spirit and morale during the training period.

“Jeremy is a good soul. He’s humble about stuff. He’s fun to be around. He’s the epidemy of that award,” Preston said.

Preston received the Wachovia Bank/DFRC Scholarship Award, a $1,000 post-secondary scholarship given to participants who have truly embraced the spirit of Blue-Gold.

Another fun part of the Blue-Gold game is the opportunity for longtime rivals to become friends and teammates.

“It was a good experience to play against everybody during the season then you’re out there playing together. I made some friends that I never thought I’d be friends with,” said Wescott, who will attend the Globe Institute of Technology in New York City where he’ll play on the school’s first-year football team.

“Everybody had great personalities and everyone tried to have fun all week,” Wright said of his experience with BlueGold.

“It was great. I got to meet new people.

I’ve got friends for life that I never thought I would have,” added Preston.

A number of coaches, parents, and fans from Western Sussex were on hand to support the local players. Trimball could hear the Laurel contingent, which included assistant coaches Joe Deiter and Clarence Giles, yelling to him and Bagwell during the game.

“It was a fun feeling. It was different because they’re usually on the sidelines instead of being spectators,” said Trimball, whose head coach Ed Manlove was one of the Gold assistant coaches.

Little League all-star baseball, softball coverage in next week’s Star.

Woodbridge defeats Nanticoke 4-3 in District III opening round

By Gene Bleile On Monday night the Woodbridge girls 9-10 softball team defeated Nanticoke 4-3 in a come from behind win. Woodbridge pitcher Hailey Andrews stuck out 13 and allowed only 4 hits in the victory, which sends Nanticoke into the loser’s bracket of the District III playoffs.

Woodbridge scored lone runs in the top of the first and third on a sacrifice fly by Megan Callahan to give her team an early 1-0 lead. In the top of the third, Castaysha Lewis walked and later scored the second run for Woodbridge on a bunt single by Callahan.

In the bottom of the third, Nanticoke fought back to take the lead 3-2 on a Woodbridge error, a single by Nanticoke’s Erin Marine, a fielder’s choice off the bat of McKenzie Wooters and a single by Brittany Wortmann, that knocked in two runs.

Woodbridge added two more runs in the top of the fifth on three Nanticoke errors and took back the lead at 4-3. Nanticoke threatened in the bottom of the fifth on a two out double by McKenzie Wooters, a walk to Rebekah Warrington and a hard line drive to Woodbridge second baseman Caroline Breeding to end the inning.

In the sixth inning both teams had two runners on base with two outs, but couldn’t score. Nanticoke’s Erin Marine took the loss, striking out 12 and giving up only one hit.

Seaford Star Little League scoreboard for the week of June 18 Junior League baseball- Woodbridge (T.C. Construction) 20, Nanticoke Orioles 9- Robbie Miller singled and scored four runs; Justin Warren had a two-run single and scored three runs; Trezmon Kane had an RBI triple and four runs scored; and Trevor Wescott went 3-4 with four RBI’s and two runs. Jordan Vazquez had a three-run triple and a run; Justin Benson scored a run; Victor Ocasio singled and scored twice; Tyler Absher had an RBI single and a run; and Vinny Gamba went 2-4 with an RBI and two runs for TC Construction.

Woodbridge (T.C. Construction) 13, Nanticoke Braves 1- Trezmon Kane and Jordan Vazquez allowed just one hit and struck out 12. Kane had an RBI single and a run; Vazquez had an RBI double and two runs; Victor Ocasio had an RBI single and a run; and Vinny Gamba went 2-4 with a two- run double and two runs. Tyler Absher went 2-4 with two RBI’s and two runs; Justin Benson and Trevor Wescott each scored two runs; Justin Warren had a two-run single; and Robbie Miller went 2-4 with an RBI and a run.

For the Braves, Danny Rayne had an RBI single.

Woodbridge (T.C. Construction) 17, Nanticoke Pirates 4- The Woodbridge T.C. Construction team completed their undefeated 11-0 season in Bridgeville on Friday evening with a 17-4 victory over the Pirates. Justin Benson allowed just one hit and struck out four. At the plate, Benson had a two-run double and scored a run; Jordan Vazquez went 3-4 with a double, 3 RBI’s & a run; and Trevor Wescott had a two-run triple and three runs. Trezmon Kane had an RBI single and three runs; Justin Warren had an RBI single and a run; Robbie Miller scored two runs; Victor Ocasio had an RBI and a run; Cedric Cannon singled and scored a run; Tyler Absher had a two-run single and a run; Vinny Gamba went 2-3 with a double, two RBI’s and two runs.

For the Pirates, Jordan Stanley scored two runs and Nick Usilton had one run.

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By Gene Bleile, Seaford Sports reb60315@yahoo.com

If you are a Seaford football fan or a Delaware history buff, combine the two at the Seaford Museum If you visit the Seaford Museum before July 17, you have a rare opportunity to see two new exhibits that the entire family will enjoy.

If you are history buff, then you will be able to see the 17th Century Delaware Exhibit, with many rare artifacts and information that is currently on loan from the Delaware Archives.

If you enjoy Seaford football, then you will also have an opportunity to see photographs, news clippings and the authentic football jersey worn by the late Joe Carmine, during the 1937 season. The exhibit spans the years from 1933-1937, during which Seaford comprised an unbeaten streak of 26 wins and five ties. The highlight of those teams is the 1934 Seaford team which was undefeated and unscored upon.

In 1937, Seaford lost the second game of the season to Caesar Rodney to end the unbeaten streak at 31 games. On the field that day was retired Seaford native, Dr. John Rawlins, who remembers that streak ending loss.

“I had the pleasure of being on the Seaford High football squad (about 24 players) from 1935 through 1938 (Class of ’39). Everyone played both ways (offense and defense) and it was a golden era with an undefeated streak of approximately 31 games with one season undefeated, untied and unscored upon.”

“In my junior year we had hopes, the spirit and the coaching to continue the streak, but we did not have the talent or speed. I was on the field when Caesar Rodney completed a long pass for the winning touchdown, as the game and streak ended in Camden in 1937.”

The streak included: in 1933, Seaford and Laurel tied 0-0; in 1934 Seaford de-

feated Laurel 12-0; in 1935, Seaford tied Laurel 7-7; in 1936, Seaford defeated Laurel 39-0.

The Seaford Museum is located at 203 High Street and is open 1 - 4 p.m. Thursday through Sunday, except holidays. Admission to the 17th Century Delaware Exhibit is free.

General Public admission to the Seaford Museum permanent exhibits, including the football showcases is $3 for adults and children under 12 are free accompanied by an adult. Seaford Historical Members are free.

Blue Jay Notebook: *The name Blue Jay was first used on the Seaford High newspaper in 1937-38 school year. *The name Blue Jays was first used to name the Seaford High Athletic teams during the 1938-39 school year. *The late Fred Pegelow, right-halfback and team captain his senior year, was the only player to play on all three undefeated teams during the streak, due to yearly player turnover. *Seaford scored 482 points and gave up only 28 points during the win streak. *Seaford’s head coach during the streak was Lloyd Light and his assistant was Ed Conaway. *Special thanks to Seaford Museum Volunteers Rudy and Teresa Wilson (Teresa’s dad was Fred Pegelow), Granville Hearn, who played on the 1934 and 1935 teams for the team photo enlargements at the exhibit and to Jim Bowden for his statistics and especially Dr. Rawlins, for his memories of the “Golden Era of Seaford Football.” *And a final note to Dr. Rawlins, your secret of how “The Blue Jay Newspaper” came about is safe with me.

Shown is the undefeated, unscored upon 1934 Seaford High School football team: front- Paul Collins, Ken Fleetwood, Harold Lloyd, Granville Hearn, Bill Lundy, Bill Burris, Frank Cannon; row 2- Howard Morgan, Charles Allen, Fred Pegelow, Henry Phillips, Joe Price, Kip Boswell, Vic Marvel, Warren Allen,; row 3Jim Robinson, Bob Ellegood, Joe Carmine, Jim Marine, Bill Moore, Roy Burris, Hayward Hearn, Phil Moore, and Joe Holt.

Covering all the local sports teams, the Seaford Star

SSA tops Sussex Community team in opening swim meet - 26.84; 8U girls- Hannah Venables 22.74; 10U girls- Taylor Kvilhaug- 20.55 50 Yd. Back- 12U boys - Christopher Michel - 38.69; 14U girls - Rachel Haas 34.79; 14U boys- Danny Seeley- 35.59; 18U girls- Jamie Swain- 31.9; 18U boysBrian DeMott- 31.81 25 Yd. Breast- 6U girls- Amy Venables - 34.14; 8U girls- Hannah Venables25.16; 10U girls- Rachel King- 24.72; 10U boys- Ryan Seeley- 21.03 50 Yd. Breast- 12U boys- Michael Dopler -42.35; 14U girls- Paige Venables35.65; 14U boys- Dustin Venables- 36.46; 18U girls- Katelin Tull - 39.34; 18U boysBrian DeMott- 31.81 25 Yd Free- 6U girls- Amy Venables 21.62; 8U girls- Samantha Cotton- 21.41; 10U boys- Noah Shapley- 19.78 50 Yd. Free- 12U girls- Maria DeMott - 31.01; 12U boys- Chris Michel- 31.74; 14U girls- Rachel Haas- 28.99; 14U boysCory Darden- 24.91; 18U girls- Jeanmarie Ferber- 30.09; 18U boys- Daniel DeMott 25.41 100 Yd. IM- 10U boys- Ryan Seeley1:42.43; 12U boys- Gray Venables1:24.16; 14U girls- Paige Venables1:10.00; 14U boys- Cory Darden- 1:05.65; 18U girls- Jamie Swain- 1:11.74; 18U boys- Tim Halter- 1:04.13 100 Yd Medley Relay- 8U girls- Kierra Horne, Hannah Venables, Amy Venables, Samantha Cotton; 10U boys- Ryan Seeley, Cameron Horne, Noah Shapley, Nathan Hanenfeld; 14U boys- Cory Darden, Dustin Venables, Ryan Stewart, Alex Welding; 18U boys- Kyler Horne, Brian DeMott, Daniel DeMott, Zach Hearn SSA’s next home meet is Thursday, June 28, vs. the Elks of Salisbury.

Bridgeville Charity Golf tournament to be held at Heritage Shores

Above, Kory Hearn eyes a pitch during the Post 6 Patriots’ win over Georgetown last Thursday. Hearn struck out five and allowed seven hits during Tuesday’s 3-2 loss to Milford.

Sussex West second baseman Matt Terry, left, throws to first during last week’s 6-2 win over Georgetown. Photos by Mike McClure

The Bridgeville Charity Golf Tournament will be held Friday, Oct. 12 at Heritage Shores Golf Club in Bridgeville. Proceeds from the event will benefit the Bridgeville Kiwanis Foundation, the Bridgeville Lions Club, and the Bridgeville Senior Center.

The format for the tournament is a four person scramble with prizes awarded to golfers in both male and female foursomes. Golfers will also have an opportunity to compete for prizes in other on-course games and contests. A souvenir gift package to commemorate the inaugural event will also be provided to all participants.

The event will also feature a golf clinic by Jason Diamond, head pro at Heritage Shores. In addition to challenging golf on Bridgeville’s new course designed by the world renowned Arthur Hills, participants will also enjoy a luncheon in the Heritage Shores clubhouse.

The tournament is limited to 36 foursomes and the registration fee is $125 per player. Registration must be completed by September 1. For more information about the event please contact the Bridgeville town office at 337-7135 or visit the tournament web page at www.townofbridgeville.net.

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fourth and five on the Blue 21 fell incomplete, giving the ball back to the Blue team.

Delmar quarterback Alan Preston lined up under center on Gold’s next possession and fired two incomplete passes (including a dropped pass on first down) before hooking up with Sussex Central’s Brian Scott who scampered along the Gold sideline for a 66-yard touchdown. Trimball, who handled the kicking duties for Gold, added the PAT to make it 14-7 with 5:31 remaining in the first half.

Seaford’s Mike Wright held Concord’s David McGinnis to a one-yard gain on second and 10, but Wallace picked up a yard on fourth and one from the 29 to keep the Blue drive going. Jazzman Johnson (John Dickinson) had a four-yard run with Bagwell stopping him short on third and five.

Blue eventually punted the ball to Gold then got it right back when Charles Todd (Howard) intercepted Preston’s pass with 57 seconds left in the half. Blue went to the trick plays when Wallace tossed to Charles Todd (Howard) who threw to Szczerba for a 31-yard gain.

Cheaton took a toss and handed off to Hoggard on a reverse, but Wescott made the stop in the backfield for a two-yard loss. Bagwell kept Szczerba from catching a pass on second and 12 on the 20 and Trimball deflected a pass on fourth down.

Gold gave the ball right back to Blue, this time with a fumble on second down.

Trimball intercepted a Blue pass which bounced off Jeff Shughart (Delcastle) and

MORNING STAR ✳ JUNE 28 - JULY 4, 2007 scampered downfield before being brought down across midfield with no time remaining in the first half.

Blue moved the ball downfield to start the second half with Sutton gaining three yards before being brought down by DelThe Seaford Swim Association (SSA) mar’s Darren Collins. Wallace ran for five defeated the Sussex Community swim yards on third and three before completteam (SCST), 345-198, in its opening ing a 22-yard pass to fellow Spartan meet last Thursday in Seaford.

Joseph Macko. Wescott held Sutton to “I was very pleased with our efforts in two yards following a pitch, Wescott and our first swim meet of the summer season.

Trimball tackled Johnson after a two-yard SSA has many new members that have run, and Collins and the Gold defense never been on a swim team before, and stuffed Wallace on third and six to force a they did a great job,” said head coach Alipunt. son Venables.

Blue went back to work in the fourth The Dolphins’ new members are: Marquarter as Wallace found Szczerba from ley Fishburn, Sophie Hanenfeld, Rebecca 14 yards out before hooking up again for Wheatley, Shane Stark, Baylee Ketterman, 41 yards. The third time was a charm as Kelsey Ketterman, Cameron Kvilhaug, Wallace completed a three-yard touchEthan Wheatley, Madeline Morris, Ian down pass to Szczerba and Tosi booted Carlisle, J.L. King, Zach Truitt, Nathan the extra point to make the score 21-7 Hanenfeld, Rachel Haas, and Trevor Lee. with 4:50 remaining in the game.

The team has a total of 82 swimmers.

Lewis had three runs for a total of 28 The following SSA members placed yards on quarterback keepers before comfirst in last week’s meet: pleting a 31-yard pass to Scott. Blue re100 Freestyle Relay - 8U boys- David covered a Gold fumble and held on to the Simpler, Patrick Dopler, Cohen Davis, ball the rest of the way to seal the 21-7 Ethan Wheatley; 10U boys- Ryan Seeley, win.

Cameron Horne, Noah Shapley, Zach Tru“That (playing on Tubby Raymond itt; 12U boys - Michael Dopler, Jacob Field) was real exciting, there’s nothing Duke, Chris Michel, Gray Venables; 14U like that,” Wright said . boys- Dustin Venables, Alex Welding, “It felt good, it’s getting me ready for Ryan Stewart, Cory Darden; 18U girlscollege,” said Bagwell, who will attend Jeanmarie Ferber, Alison Schwinn, Katelin Lackawanna College where he’ll play Tull, Jamie Swain; 18U boys - Brian Defootball.

Mott, Zach Hearn, Philip DeMott, Tim “It felt good. It’s (game speed) a lot Halter different than high school ball,” Trimball 25 Yd. Fly - 8U girls -Hannah Venadded. ables- 21.65, David Simpler- 28.75; 10U girls- Taylor Kvilhaug- 19.25 50 Yd. Fly- 12U boys - Michael Dopler- 33.76; 14U girls- Paige Venables 29.97; 14U boys- Cory Darden - 27.15; 18U girls- Jamie Swain - 29.37; 18U boys- Daniel DeMott - 28.13 25 Yd. Back- 6U girls - Amy Venables

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LADY CATS- The Eastern Shore Lady Cats U16 fast pitch softball team won the 16 and under USSSA Delaware State Championship tournament at Sports at the Beach. The Lady Cats won the final game against the Lady Shorebirds 8-0 in five innings. Pictured (l to r) are: front- Sadie Jones, Brittney Brittingham, Jamie Esham, Meghan Gordy, Jenna Allen, Kelly Wilson; second row- Mike Dmiterchik (Coach), Jessie Dmiterchik, Shannon Wilson, Melissa Trout, Julia Carr, Jeff Allen (Manager); back row- Robert Trout (Coach), Ron Wilson and Barry Esham. Jenna Allen was named the MVP of the championship game.

District III Little League All-Star schedules: June 28- July 11 The following are the local teams’ schedules for the District III Minor League baseball and softball and Major League softball tournaments: Minor League softball- Thursday, June 28- winner’s bracket 6 p.m. at Nanticoke; loser’s bracket 6 p.m. at Laurel Friday, June 29- loser’s bracket 6 p.m. at Laurel Saturday, June 30- championship 1 6 p.m. at Nanticoke Sunday, July 1- championship 2 (if necessary) 6 p.m. at Nanticoke 9-10 baseball (winner’s bracket at Lewes, loser’s bracket at Georgetown)Thursday, June 28- winner’s bracket 6 and 8 p.m. at Lewes; loser’s bracket 6 and 8 p.m. at Georgetown Friday, June 29- loser’s bracket 6 and 8 p.m. at Georgetown Saturday, June 30- winner’s bracket 6 p.m. at Lewes; loser’s bracket 6 p.m. at Georgetown Sunday, July 1- loser’s bracket 6 p.m. at Georgetown Monday, July 2- championship 1 6 p.m. at Lewes Tuesday, July 3- championship 2 6 p.m. at Lewes Major League softball (winner’s bracket at Milton, loser’s bracket at Nanticoke)- Thursday, July 5- Woodbridge vs. Lower Sussex, 6 p.m. at Milton; Laurel vs.

Rehoboth, 8 p.m. at Milton; Nanticoke vs. Milton, 8 p.m. at Milton Friday, July 6- winner’s bracket 6 and 8 p.m. at Milton; loser’s bracket 6 and 8 p.m. at Nanticoke Saturday, July 7- loser’s bracket 6 and 8 p.m. at Nanticoke Sunday, July 8- winner’s bracket 6 p.m. at Milton; loser’s bracket 6 p.m. at Nanticoke Monday, July 9- loser’s bracket 6 p.m. at Nanticoke Tuesday, July 10- championship 1 6 p.m. at Milton Wednesday, July 11- championship 2 (if necessary), 6 p.m. at Milton

Members of the Stingers are: front row- Paige Jalot, Jill Guerrazzi, Jennifer Short, Sara McCabe, Leanne Rowe, Taylor Hatfield; second row- Ellen Rowe, Lindsay Danz, Paige Reynolds, Cassandra Short, and Megan West. The Stingers are coached by Lloydlee Heite.

Delaware Stingers U19 team places fourth at Diamond State Games The Delaware Stingers field hockey team recently returned from the Diamond State Games where they finished in fourth placed in the U19 division. This as the Stingers first appearance in the Diamond State Games. The team’s fourth place finish out of 12 teams was especially rewarding because the Stingers were playing against some of the best travel teams in the East. The Stingers were the highest finishing Delaware team in the U19 division.

The Delaware Stingers are also currently playing in a summer league in Dover where they won their first game. The Stingers have several more summer tournaments coming up in Maryland and Virginia. They will play at the National Field Hockey training center in late July.

For more information on the Stingers call 302-337-8545 or visit the club’s website at www.lloydlee.com/delawarestingersfieldhockey.htm.

NYSA Fall 2007 soccer signups to take place in Seaford, Laurel The NYSA Fall 2007 soccer signups will take place at the NYSA shed in Seaford and the Laurel library in Laurel. The cost is $35 for the first child, $20 for the second, and $10 for each additional child. The signup dates and times are as follows: July 7- 10 a.m. to noon; July 10- 6 to 8 p.m.; July 14- 10 a.m. to noon; July 19- 6 to 8 p.m.

Sussex West drops a pair of games to Newark in doubleheader Newark used timely hitting and great pitching to keep Sussex West [5-6] out of the win column last Saturday.

In the first game, Newark scored six runs in the bottom of the first, then scored one each in the third and fourth innings to hold off a six-run by the Patriots for an 8-6 win.

Taylor Jones went 2-for-4 with a triple and a run; Matt Dodson batted 1-for-2 with two runs and an RBI; Matt Terry hit 2-for-3 with an RBI; and Trent Passwaters scored a pair of runs for the Post 6 Sussex West Patriots.

In game two, the Patriots scored one run in the second, but Newark answered with 12 runs in the next four innings for the 12-1 win. Passwaters had Sussex West’s only hit and Jordan Johnson scored the team’s lone run.

The Patriots next face Post II on Thursday, June 28 at 6 p.m. at the Seaford High baseball field.

Shown are local Gold cheerleaders Laura Beth Winik of Sussex Tech and Meghan Eudy of Laurel prior to the game’s opening ceremonies. Photo by Mike McClure

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Weds. No Tap High games and series Lou Dobson 311 J. Eddie Greene 1133 June Downs 327 Riki Beers 1161

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The Post 6 Sussex West Patriots (5-4) scored six runs in the bottom of the fifth inning to defeat the Georgetown Steevers, 6-2, last Thursday in Seaford. The Patriots were edged by Milford, 3-2, on Tuesday.

On Thursday, Sussex West’s Matt Terry collected the first hit of the game with a leadoff single in the bottom of the third inning. Georgetown starter Evan Ritter got out of the inning without allowing a run.

Patriot starter Taylor Jones pitched three innings of no-hit ball before allowing a leadoff single to Mike Morris with two outs in the top of the fourth.

The game remained scoreless until the Steevers put a pair of runs on the board in the top of the fifth. Sam Russell walked, went to second on an errant pickoff throw, moved to third on a groundout, and scored on Taylor Farrington’s RBI bloop single. Farrington’s hit resulted in a collision in shallow center field between shortstop Dustin Richards and center

fielder Garrett Eskridge. Both players had to leave the game with injuries. Bryan Stewart added an RBI ground out with the bases loaded to make it 2-0.

Sussex West answered with six runs on five hits in the bottom of the inning. Matt Dodson singled, went to second on a wild pitch, stole third, and scored on a single

by Eric Sharff. Korey Hearn doubled, Jeff Taylor walked, James Smith hit a sacrifice fly, Steve Sharff reached on an infield single to load the bases, Jordan Johnson hit a three-run double to left, and Trent Passwaters reached on an error which allowed the sixth and final run to score.

Morris led off the sixth inning with a double and moved up on a groundout, but Jones got a strikeout and a groundout to end the inning. The final out of the inning came when Eric Sharff had trouble at first then recovered to throw the runner out at first thanks to a nice scoop by Passwaters.

Farrington hit a leadoff single in the top of the seventh before being doubled up when Passwaters fielded a ground ball and first base before throwing to short-

Soccer Sessions soccer camps to take place in Seaford, Salisbury Soccer Sessions soccer camps will take place in Seaford and Salisbury this summer starting on June 25.

Co-ed day camps will take place at Salisbury University June 25-29 and July 9-13.

The camps will take place 9 a.m.- 3 p.m with the following schedule: 9 a.m. technical session; 11 a.m. lunch and recreation; 1 p.m. games and competitions; 3 p.m. end of day/campers pickup; Friday- 2:45 p.m. awards ceremony The co-ed day camp will take place July 16-20 at Seaford High School from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. with the following schedule: 9 a.m.- technical sessions and snack at 11 a.m.; 11:15 technical sessions/skills work; 12 p.m. small-sided games and competitions; 1 p.m. end of day/camper pick-up; Friday 12:45 p.m. awards ceremony Girls’ and boys’ advanced evening sessions with specialized goalkeeping training will also be held July 8-12 at Salisbury University from 4 p.m.- 9 p.m. The boys’ advanced evening camp for boys ages 14-18 will be directed by Salisbury men’s soccer coach Gerry DiBartolo while the girls’ advanced evening camp will be directed by Seaford varsity boys’ soccer coach Tim Lee. The evening camp schedule is as follows: 4 p.m. technical sessions; 6 p.m. dinner and recreation; 7 p.m. games and competitions; 9 p.m. camper pickup The camp fees are: Salisbury Co-ed Day Camp- $180; Salisbury evening camp$150; Seaford day camp- $95. The fee includes camp a t-shirt, soccer ball, and prizes.

For more information contact Tim Lee (Seaford) at 302-629-5465 or Gerry DiBartolo (Salisbury) at 410-749-8615 or visit www.soccersessionscamps.com.

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Western Sussex Boys and Girls Club sports news WSBGC to hold summer football camp- The Western Sussex Boys and Girls Club is holding a summer football camp for ages 7-16.

The camp will take place every Monday and Wednesday evening in July. Call Mr. Matt at 302-628-3789 for info.

Seaford Pop Warner holding registration- Register today for Seaford’s only traveling football league. This “nationally” recognized youth program is headed up by Seaford Pop Warner Parent’s Association. Mandatory play rules, no tryouts, first come, first serve. Rosters limited to first 35 per football team and 25 per cheer team (mightymite cheer limited to first 10). Seaford Pop Warner football and cheerleading travels to different towns on the Eastern Shore.

The ages are 7-15 for football and 5-15 for cheerleading. The registration fee is $65.

For the safety of your child weight limits are set for football players. The season begins on July 30. Coaches and volunteers are needed.

For more information please call: Gary at 443-880-2978, Rhonda at 302-628-5137, Sherry at 302-629-0654, or Karen at the Boys & Girls Club: 302-628-3789 . stop Matt Terry who applied the tag for the 3-6 double play. Jones ended his masterpiece with a game-ending strikeout to seal the win.

Jones (3-0) had seven strikeouts in seven innings while allowing two earned runs on six hits and just one walk.

Steve Sharff went 1-for-2 with a run; Johnson batted 1-for-3 with a run and three RBIs; Passwaters hit 1-for-3 with an RBI; and Dodson was 1-for-3 with a run.

Terry also batted 1-for-3; Hearn went 1for-3 with a run; and Eric Sharff was 1for-2 with a run and an RBI. On Tuesday, the Patriots scored first this time and led most of the game. Hearn took the mound for the first time this season and pitched a seven-hitter with five

strikeouts.

The Patriots seemed to have the game well in hand after two innings, after Eskridge doubled in the bottom of the first, then scored on a Steve Sharff single.

Milford came back after Adam Darling singled, took second on a throwing error, and scored on Jordan Elliott’s two-out single.

Terry, Chad Sturgeon and Taylor all singled in the second with Taylor picking up an RBI to give Sussex West a 2-1 lead.

Milford scored two in the sixth inning and went on to win, 3-2.

Taylor went 2-for-4 with an RBI; Passwaters hit 2-for-3, Terry was 1-for-3 with a run; Sturgeon batted 1-for-3; and Eskridge went 1-for-4 with a run.

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Sussex West’s Taylor Jones delivers a pitch during last week’s win over Georgetown. Jones allowed two runs and struck out seven in seven innings to move to 30. The Patriots’ James Smith follows through on a swing during his team’s fifth inning rally last week in Seaford. Smith delivered a sacrifice fly during the 6-2 victory.

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Worcester Prep lacrosse players named All-Americans

SEAFORD STARS- Shown (l to r) is the Nanticoke Minor League baseball all-star team: front- Trey Banning, Mark Spicer, Jordan Mann, Nick Bennett, Travis Shockley, Tyler Banning, Colin Bergh; back- Kyle Sturgeon, Jaylynn Magee, Danell Savage, Zac Lay, Ryan Swingle, Ryan Adams, Sean Leary; coaches- Darrel Banning (manager), Mike Sturgeon, and Dean Swingle. More local team photos in next week’s Star.

Photo by Mike McClure

Seaford/Laurel Star Little League All-Star Scoreboard (6/25-6/26) Minor League baseball- Laurel 17, Millsboro 4- Eric Wharton allowed two hits in the first three and two-thirds innings to get the win and Cade Pusey came on for the final out. Wharton, R.J. Horsey, and Caleb Murphy had hits for Laurel in Tuesday’s opening win in Lewes.

Minor League softball- Rehoboth 2, Laurel 1 (Tuesday) Coaches, parents, and Little League officials- Don’t forget to send scores and results to your local papers (the Seaford Star and Laurel Star). Only the Star covers your team’s exclusively, but we can’t be everywhere at once. Send results to the Star at 302629-9243 (f) or sports@mspublications.com.

Woodbridge pitcher Haily Andrews prepares to deliver a pitch during her team’s win over Nanticoke in the opening game of the District III Minor League softball tournament on Monday in Seaford. Photo by David Elliott

Laurel’s Savanna Brown takes a lead off third base during her team’s 13-3 win over Lower Sussex on Monday night in the opening round of the District 3 Minor League softball tournament. Photo

by Mike McClure

Delaware South remains alive in Carpenter Cup Classic softball play The Delaware South softball team remained alive in Carpenter Cup Classic play on Tuesday in Philadelphia. The team went 2-1 on the day with a 6-4 loss to Jersey Shore after wins over Philadelphia Public (6-0) and New Jersey’s SOL American/Continental (4-3). Chloe Vescovi (Cape) got the win in the shutout of Phliadelphia Public. Woodbridge’s Grace Reardon singled and scored the winning run in Delaware South’s other win. Fellow Raider Danielle Griffin went 5-for-6 with a double and a triple on the day.

U.S. Lacrosse has announced that Brian Carey and Travis Gregory, both 2007 graduates of Worcester Prep, have been named lacrosse All-Americans.

An outstanding student as well as an athlete, Carey received numerous academic awards during his years at Worcester Prep. Upon graduation he was voted the Best All-Round Senior by the faculty and was also the recipient of the Lohmeyer Journalism Award, and the American Legion Citizenship Award.

Carey was co-editor of the school’s newspaper, The Beak Speaks, and received the Coach’s Award for his work in lacrosse. He is a member of the Cum Laude Society and the National Honor Society. Carey, the son of Dr. and Mrs. Stephen Carey of Seaford, will attend Lafayette College in the fall.

Gregory was voted Most Valuable Player on his team by his teammates. He is a member of the school’s prestigious 12-Letter Club (for playing three varsity sports each year for four years of high school), and was the Most Valuable Player in conference play.

At Worcester, Gregory was president of the Student Government Association and upon graduation received the school’s SGA award and the Sons of the American Revolution Citizenship Award. He will attend Haverford College in the fall.

Worcester Prep senior Brian Carey of Seaford and teammate Travis Gregory were recently named lacrosse All-Americans.

Gregory is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Scott Gregory of Bishopville.

Nanticoke’s Erin Marine winds and delivers during her team’s Minor League softball game against Woodbridge on Monday. Woodbridge Minor League baseball pitcher Emil Gallo, left, looks to the plate during his team’s game Tuesday in Georgetown. Photos by David Elliott and Mike McClure

Laurel graduate Shawn Phillips moves to 3-1 with strong outing Laurel graduate Shawn Phillips moved to 3-1 on the year in his team’s 17-1 win over Traverse City in Frontier League play on Tuesday. Phillips allowed one run on five hits and struck out 10 while walking none in the victory. He is now 3-1 with a 3.54 ERA with 45 strikeouts and just two walks in 40.2 innings of work.

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Still lots of racing action going on in Delaware

By Bonnie Nibblett

June is just about over with already; but the racing at the Delaware Motorsports Complex just keeps getting hotter.

This weekend the mighty URC Sprints will return for their fourth appearance of the season and they always fill the track with fast packed racing for all the fans to enjoy.

The US 13 Dragway has switched to the Friday night shows until the fall schedule changes. Plus the US 13 Kart Club has had racing on Friday nights too.

The next big event scheduled at the speedway is the 35th Annual Camp Barnes Benefit Race on Wednesday, July 11, and if needed a rain date on the following night, Thursday, July 12.

The Delaware State Troopers and Camp Barnes, Inc. put this event on every year and always entertains the huge crowd of fans and racers.

Support from the racers, and fans are always a success and it is all for a good cause.

Quite a few drivers have supported this event every year from all over the northeast area. These drivers will go up against the Delaware drivers and put on a great show all at the same time.

The night's activities will host all five regular racing divisions that run on Saturday night.

The Big Block Modifieds, Super Late Models, AC Delco TSS Modifieds, the Street Modified / TSS Late Models (which is both crate classes which has many new young drivers), the mighty Modified Lites, and the Little Lincoln Vintage Stock Car Club.

Also a Shoot Out between the modified and late models will sure be to please; it is the only time these two classes race against one another.

For more information contact the tracks office at 302-875-1911 or the tracks web www.delawareracnig.com or the tracks hot line at 302-846-3968.

More information on the event cost

and times can also be found on www.redbud69racing.com web site.

Last year the 12-lap shootout for the top five finishers in the modified and late model features had just taken to the speedway when it was cut short with Mother Nature cutting in and ending the night.

So this year should be a real hot shootout. The Delawareans came out on top last year with Beau Wilkins and Ricky Elliott, taking the modified and late model wins.

Who will win this year?

The car count on Saturday night racing has been a little off as it has been at many tracks this year. But, that has not stopped the weekend racers from putting on a fantastic show each week.

If you have not made your way to the track this year, get in gear and support the supreme racing we have here in Delaware.

The drivers have been racing close each week. Five different drivers have won the big block modifieds, Ricky Johnson, Robert Dutton, Matt Jester, Tim Millman and the 2006 defending modified champion HJ Bunting the only repeat driver with three wins.

Late model action has had four different winners. Kenny Pettyjohn, Rick Whaley, Austin Hubbard (15 yr old), and the 2006 defending late model champion Donald Lingo, Jr. with four wins.

The TSS Modified and TSS Late Model / Street Modified (crate classes) have continued to make up a pretty full field each week.

Drivers Joe Warren and Jack Mullins Jr. have had the most wins among them.

Mullins ran in the modified crate class last year and switched this year to the late.

In the last month, Mullins Bi-Rite Auto Sales number one has found the combination to make it to victory lane three times.

But then again, the 2006 defending TSS Late Model/Street Modified Cham-

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pion Joe Warren has been in the winners circle three times as well.

Both of those classes have had wide variations of drivers, but mostly made up of a lot of young future drivers.

Those two classes always put on some good racing.

The Modified Lite field has definitely dwindled down this year, but still has been exciting.

So the racing is just really getting hotter and hotter all the time. The dragway is open every Friday night.

Gates open at 3:30 p.m. with time runs beginning at 4:30 p.m. and eliminations at approximately 8 p.m. This Friday will

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DICK’S BARBERSHOP - The Seaford Chamber of Commerce recently presented Dick Collison of Dick’s Barbershop with its June Exceptional Customer Service Award. From left are: Linda Johnston, Collison, and Carol Rohrbaugh. Collison has been in business for 40 years. A Seaford fireman since 1965, Dick also directs emergency responders at the intersection of High and Cannon streets when the fire alarm sounds. Photo by Mike McClure

HEY BUDDY - Woodbridge graduate Jordan Wescott holds his buddy and cousin Douglas Mast during the pre-game festivities at the Blue-Gold all-star football game last Saturday at the University of Delaware. In addition to the football game, the annual event includes the hand-in-hand program which matches Blue-Gold participants with children with cognitive disabilities. Photo by Mike McClure

FANTASY HAIR SALON - The Seaford Chamber of Commerce recently presented Sara Lee Thomas, owner/manager of Fantasy Hair Salon with its July Exceptional Customer Service Award. From left are Linda Johnston, Thomas, and Carol Rohrbaugh. According to Thomas, Fantasy Hair Salon has been in business in Seaford for 38 years with most of those years spent on High Street. Photo by Mike McClure

HIGHEST GRADES - Kate Baltz, right, accepts a check from Pat Tucker, vice-president of the Seaford Republican Women’s Club, a reward for her having attained the highest grades in history of any female student in the graduating class. Baltz is the daughter of Barbara Logan and the late Chet Baltz who was principal of Seaford High School from 1985 to 1993. She will be attending the University of Delaware and will be majoring in elementary education.

GETTING AMERICA RIGHT - Leigh Ann DePope, library director at the Seaford District Library, right, is shown receiving two books donated by the Seaford Republican Women’s Club. Sharlana Edgell, vice president of the club, provided the books and is making the presentation to DePope. The books are an autobiography by Ronald Reagan and “Getting America Right” by Edwin J. Feulner, president of the Heritage Foundation.

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Woodbridge High School Honor Roll Following is the Woodbridge High School third Marking Period Honor Roll: 12th Grade High Honors - Stacey Bickling, Jessica Evans, Benjamin Massey, Amber Smith, Nichole Smith.

12th Grade Honors - Aaron Alvino, Phillip Anderson, Guy Baynard, Dawn Baynum, Jamie Collins, Margarita Contreras, Daniel Daisey, Shanice Durham, Courtney Eaton, Heather Elton, Casey Foskey, Anthony Gamba, Douglas Hastings, Nicolas Humphreys, Michael Mullet, Joseph Padilla, Adeidra Parker, Dustin Parker, Victoria Pucci, Michael Rathbone, Cory Richards, Ashley Salensky, Amanda Sizemore, Morgan Willey.

11th Grade High Honors - Alyssa Bailey, Melissa Baker, Kierra Cephas, Chelsea Collison, Brittany Gosch, Ashley Hughes, Sarah Judy, Shelley Lambden, Cha'Teedra McGee, Jasmine Taylor, Eric Willey, Spencer Williams.

11th Grade Honors - Chelsea Aviles, Katie Carey, Elder Carvajal, Jillian Casey, Elvira Chilel-Niz, Jody Clendaniel, Dianna Conn, Dustin Graves, Jerome Hutson, Tiffany McCormick, Vanessa Melendez, Anna Melson, Amanda Meredith, Derek Nennstiehl, Tyler Patterson, Meagan Rase, Nathan Rathbone, Ashley Risper, Jenna Schrock, Derrick Short, Lashonda Stanley, Isaac Tucker, Melissa Wagner, Vashad Whidbee.

10th Grade High Honors - Samantha Albanese, Sarah Conn, Melody Gray, Pa-

tricia Marin, Jeremy Messick, José OyolaMorales, Christopher Podralski, Forrest Pusey, Samantha Richey, Angel Ruark, Samantha Smith.

10th Grade Honors: Justin Boyce, Dan Carneal, Douglas Coppock, Elizabeth Cordrey, Demashia Holmes, Zachary Jones, Zachary Lonergan, Marvin Macario, Elizabeth Passwaters, Kelsey Phelan, Sharonda Pierce, Grace Reardon, Nelthalie Regusme, Matthew Rosado, Shantoni Sampson, Abel Sanchez-Santizo, Michael Schrock, Heather Solomon, Elizabeth Towers, Phillip Tran, Shelby Tull, Sylvestre Villalobos, Diana West, Joshua Willing, Jorge Young.

9th Grade High Honors - Javier Cardenas Sierra, Ashley Corey, Jere Hutson, Micah Idler, Dominick Laurel, Keyon Massey.

9th Grade Honors - Anita ArmwoodHood, Olexsandr Barday, Brett Chamberlain, Joseph Cloughly, Jeremy Culver, Angela Fitze, Douglas Gibbs, Danielle Griffin, Ivana Hall, Calypso Harper-Sweetman, Taylor Hashman, Sheri Hastings, Laura Hernandez, Crystal Hignutt, Ti'arrah Hinton, Kevin Horstman, Kevin Kester, David Keubler, Kyrra Lewandowski, Korian Majette, Jason Moore, Joseph Moore, Brittany Myers, Quyntisha Neal, Paulaina Nechay, Geovany Ortiz, Tiffany Pepper, Austin Perry, Brenda Ramirez, Casey Reynolds, Andrea Roche, Joshua Shupe, DeJanae Tull, Kelli Warner.

BUSINESS AFTER HOURS - In the bottom photo, Verna Baker, sales manager for Lacrosse Homes’ Mearfield community in Seaford, jokes with Rex Mears during last Thursday’s Business After Hours mixer hosted by LaCrosse Homes. In the top phote, Verna greets Genny Shinn.

Seaford District Library events Here is what’s happening at the Seaford District Library for June 28 - July 5: • “Get a Clue@Your Library Movie Matinee” is “Harriet the Spy” on June 29 from 2-4 p.m.

• The Seaford Library will be closed Wednesday, July 4, for Independence Day. • The Teen Chess Club will meet Thursday, July 5, from 6-7:30 p.m. Beginners to Advanced players are welcome.

Upcoming Events: • The “Get a Clue Movie Matinee” is “Spy Kids” on Friday, July 6, at 2-4 p.m.

• “Get a Clue” Crafty Monday will be “Decode A Code.” Participate with a make and take craft on July 9 at 1 p.m.

• The Teen Chess Club will meet Thursday, July 9, from 6-7:30 p.m. Beginners to Advanced players are welcome.

• “Get a Clue” on Tuesday, July 10, at 10 a.m. with Detective Jameson of the Seaford Police Department. Discover fingerprinting and other evidence gathering techniques.

• The Consumer Health Librarian will be coming to Seaford Library Wednesday, July 11, from 11-1 p.m.

• “Get a Clue” story time will be “Nosey Noses” on Wednesday, July 11, at

10 a.m.

• YNK@Your Library is having a Numerology Program on Tuesday, July 10 at 3 p.m.

• “Mystery Creatures” presented by the Delaware Museum of Natural History will be here on Thursday, July 12, at 1 p.m.

• “Get a Clue Movie Matinee” is having a Harry Potter Movie Marathon Friday, July 13, from 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

• “Get a Clue” Crafty Monday. Participate with a make and take craft on July 16 at 1 p.m.

• Come and follow the “Yellow Brick Road” to the wonderful world of “The Wizard of OZ” as told by Stevens Puppets, Tuesday, July 17, at 6:30 p.m. This program is sponsored by the Delaware Division of Libraries and the Delaware Division on Arts.

• The Story Time for Wednesday, July 18, at 10 a.m. will be “I Spy.” • “YNK@ Your Library” will be having a “Madden Challenge” video game tournament on Wednesday, July 18, at 3 p.m. Advance signup is required by July 16, at the main desk.

• “Get a Clue@Your Library Movie Matinee” is “The Great Muppet Caper” on Friday, July 20, from 2-4 p.m.

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Great men, a great event and a warning to readers This area lost two of its finest citizens this past week.

RYANT ICHARDSON John William "Bill" Royal, Sr., 83, of Woodland died Wednesday, Conservative readers June 20, 2007 at his home. may want to brace themMr. Royal was an administrator in the Seaford School District, reselves, for next week the tiring in 1983. He was a World War ‘Frankly Speaking’colII Army veteran, serving as a Colonel in the European Theater. umn by Frank Calio will My fondest memory of Mr. be back.

Royal is the day he came to my house in 1984 offering to write for Riverfest on July 14. They are recruiting the Seaford Banner. He knew I was just volunteers to help with a Pirates Obstacle getting started and offered his services course for children. free of charge. I will always remember They will need three or more volunthis kind gesture.

“Rollie” Jordan, 70, passed away at his teers for three two-hour shifts starting at 10 a.m. and running until 4 p.m.. home on Monday, June 18, 2007.

The Nanticoke Riverfest is about He was an active member of the Kiwanis Club of Seaford serving as president in spending time with family and friends while enjoying warm summer days in the 1988 and District 11 Lt. Governor in beautiful environment of the Nanticoke 2001-2002. He received the Outstanding River, the organizers say.

Club Leadership Award for 1988-89 and The 5-2-1 Almost None Pirate Island was the Seaford Kiwanian of the Year in has been created to provide a sneak peak 1991. into the Pirate themed campaign that will A deep faith in Jesus Christ was evident in his life and he will be remembered launch in October.

The Island will be 60 feet long and will for his role as volunteer pastor as he visitchallenge people of all ages to use a “hiped the sick and shut-ins taking the mespety hop” ball to work their way to the sage of God's comfort, hope and love. treasure chest.

The families of these two great men Those who complete the course will reshould be very proud of the legacies they ceive a bag containing a Pirate Bandanna, leave. a piece of fruit and a bottle of water The Mayor’s Challenge will take place 5-2-1 Almost None on the course at 3:30 p.m.

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Strengthening ‘No Child Left Behind’ legislation By: Congressman Mike Castle Republican-Delaware

The reauthorization of No Child Left Behind (NCLB) is approaching and it is important to improve the current law.

The House Committee on Education and Labor has held over 17 hearings, just this year, on a number of issues within NCLB, including funding, growth models, improving student achievements, closing the achievement gap, and graduation rates among others.

As an author of the No Child Left Behind Act of 2001, and as the Senior Republican member of the Subcommittee on Early Childhood, Elementary, and Secondary Education, I believe it is vital to listen to and speak with those who are directly affected by this legislation to know how to improve the law and also meet the goal of proficiency by the 2013-2014 school year.

Recently, I hosted a roundtable discussion with Delaware educators and parents from each county to hear their observations of the current law, both the challenges and successes, as well as suggestions for how NCLB can better benefit teachers, parents, and students.

The discussion we had in Delaware reflects how relevant NCLB continues to be nationwide.

In my opinion, this is one of the benefits of the law — the fact that there is a solid national dialogue about our nation's students.

At the roundtable, a number of issues were raised by the teachers and parents striving to give their students the tools they need to succeed in the classroom.

An area of great interest was the integration of growth models into the reauthorized legislation.

Other issues discussed by educators and parents were integrating subject matter to improve student achievement, pre-

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Guest Column venting dropouts and improving graduation rates, improving measures of progress, and federal funding for No Child Left Behind.

NCLB is working and funding continues to increase. Overall, funding for NCLB has increased greatly over the last five years. Last year, states and local school districts received $23.3 billion in federal funds to help implement NCLB, a one-third increase in federal elementary and secondary education funding since President Bush signed NCLB into law. In Delaware, education funding has increased by more than 68% since the inception of the law in 2001.

In Delaware, the Achievement Gap Action Group's 2006 report showed consistent improvement in closing reading achievement gaps in elementary, middle, and vocational-technical schools. The report also showed significant success in closing the achievement gap in special education.

On a national level, the achievement gap is closing in both reading and math, with scores narrowing by 8 points in math and 9 points in reading. Moreover, fourth-grade reading and math scores have reached an all-time high.

This is promising data and Congress should remain focused on the reason we are holding hearings and discussions on NCLB legislation - the students of today and tomorrow.

It is my hope that we can take the information we already know along with the feedback from those who work most closely with our nation's students to build upon this bipartisan law through the reauthorization process.

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Seven-Day forecast for Western Sussex County Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Tides Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Day High Low Thurs. 12:59 a 8:01 a Fri. 1:42 a 8:41 a Sat. 2:25 a 9:21 a Sun. 3:07 a 10:01 a Mon. 3:48 a 10:41 a Tues.

4:29 a 11:23 a Wed. 5:12 a 12:06 p

High 1:23 p 2:07 p 2:49 p 3:31 p 4:13 p 4:57 p 5:43 p

Low 7:39 p 8:24 p 9:08 p 9:53 p 10:39 p 11:27 p —-

Sharptown, MD Shown is Thursday’s weather.

High Low Temperatures are Thursday’s highs Day and Thursday night’s lows.

Thurs. 4:18 a 10:54 a Fri. 5:01 a 11:34 a Sat. 5:44 a 12:14 p Sun. 6:26 a 12:01 a Mon. 7:07 a 12:46 a Tues.

7:48 a 1:32 a Wed. 8:31 a 2:20 a

High 4:42 p 5:26 p 6:08 p 6:50 p 7:32 p 8:16 p 9:02 p

Low 10:32 p 11:17 p —12:54 p 1:34 p 2:16 p 2:59 p

High 4:04 p 4:48 p 5:30 p 6:12 p 6:54 p 7:38 p 8:24 p

Low 9:54 p 10:39 p 11:23 p —12:56 p 1:38 p 2:21 p

Humid with clouds and sun

Not as warm with a thunderstorm

Partly sunny and nice

Plenty of sunshine

Sunshine and patchy clouds

Mostly cloudy

Cooler with periods of rain

92/70

80/61

79/59

80/56

78/58

84/62

74/66

Almanac Statistics through Tuesday June 26 at Georgetown, Delaware

Temperatures

Precipitation

High for the week . . . . . . . . . . .

Low for the week . . . . . . . . . . .

Normal high . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Normal low . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Average temperature . . . . . . . .

. 93° . 50° . 84° . 62° 71.3°

Smyrna 89/69

Total for the week . . . . . . . . . . 0.30” Total for the month . . . . . . . . . . 1.96” Normal for the month . . . . . . . . 2.82” Total for the year . . . . . . . . . . 16.85”

Dover 89/70

Apogee and Perigee

Vienna, MD

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

When the moon is closest to the Earth (perigee), the occurrence of increased range or currents of speed is more prevalent.

Date July 9 July 22 August 3 August 18

Perigee Apogee Perigee Apogee

Time 5:39 p.m.

4:44 a.m.

7:53 p.m.

11:29 p.m.

Perigee Apogee Perigee Apogee

Date August 30 September 15 September 27 October 13

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Rise .5:40 a.m. .5:41 a.m. .5:41 a.m. .5:41 a.m. .5:42 a.m. .5:42 a.m. .5:43 a.m.

Full June 30

Harrington 91/70

Time 8:14 p.m.

5:07 p.m.

9:54 p.m.

5:54 a.m.

Milford 91/70 Greenwood 91/70

Lewes 89/70

Bridgeville 92/70

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Last July 7

Nanticoke River Roaring Point, MD

Moon Rise Thursday . . . .7:23 p.m.

Friday . . . . . . .8:19 p.m.

Saturday . . . . .9:09 p.m.

Sunday . . . . . .9:50 p.m.

Monday . . . . .10:25 p.m.

Tuesday . . . .10:55 p.m.

Wednesday . .11:22 p.m.

New July 14

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SEAFORD 92/70

Set .3:31 a.m. .4:20 a.m. .5:17 a.m. .6:22 a.m. .7:31 a.m. .8:42 a.m. .9:52 a.m.

Blades 92/70

Rehoboth Beach 86/70 Georgetown 91/70 Concord 92/70 Laurel 92/69 Delmar 92/69

Millsboro 91/70

First July 22

Bethany Beach 85/69 Fenwick Island 87/71

Day Thurs.

Fri. Sat. Sun. Mon. Tues.

Wed.

High 3:40 a 4:23 a 5:06 a 5:48 a 6:29 a 7:10 a 7:53 a

Low 10:16 a 10:56 a 11:36 a 12:16 p 12:08 a 12:54 a 1:42 a

Rehoboth Beach Day High Low High Thurs. 5:45 a 11:36 a 6:14 p Fri. 6:30 a 12:41 a 6:59 p Sat. 7:15 a 1:23 a 7:43 p Sun. 8:00 a 2:04 a 8:27 p Mon. 8:45 a 2:46 a 9:11 p Tues.

9:31 a 3:29 a 9:55 p Wed. 10:18 a 4:14 a 10:40 p

Low —12:21 p 1:05 p 1:49 p 2:35 p 3:23 p 4:14 p

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