Group claims victory in battle against COVID-19 worship service restrictions

The State of Delaware is rescinding restrictions that were placed upon houses of worship services during the COVID-19 State of Emergency. A revision in Governor John Carney’s order this week replaces prohibitions and restrictions with recommendations that guide indoor services. The Rutherford Institute says it’s a victory in their legal case filed against the state…

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MD moves into second phase of reopening Friday

Maryland moves into a second stage of its gradual reopening of workplaces and businesses. Governor Larry Hogan said Wednesday as of 5 p.m. Friday, the closure of non-essential businesses is lifted which allows a wide range of establishments to be back in business. More personal services such as nail salons, massage parlors and tattooists may…

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Rehoboth Beach Bandstand 2020 Concert Series Canceled

The popular Rehoboth Beach Bandstand Summer Concert series is canceled for this year. Program Director Corey Groll says the decision was made in considering the health and safety of the public as well as performers. According to Groll, the open-air venue would be unable to safely enforce social distancing among visiting patrons. Also the decision…

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Governor Carney Announces Phase 2 – to Begin in 2 Weeks

Governor John Carney began Tuesday’s coronavirus update talking about the riots and looting in the wake of the death of George Floyd – around the country – as well as in Delaware. He said violence is not the answer but the coronavirus has also laid bare the inequities in our society in communities of color…

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Sussex County Libraries Restoring Limited Services

Sussex County libraries are restoring limited services to the public as Delaware begins its Phase I recovery following this spring’s COVID-19 outbreak that temporarily shuttered businesses and governments and curbed most daily routines. The three County owned and 11 independent libraries are now accepting checked-out materials at each location. Patrons now can return books, DVDs,…

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Lewes Summer Concert Series Returns

The City of Lewes is excited to announce the Lewes Summer Concert Series lineup in Stango Park for 2020, with some modifications for social distancing.  The first concert will be Tuesday June 23rd at 7:00 p.m. with the Delaware 287th Army Band.  All concerts will start at 7:00 p.m. and be located outdoors in Stango Park.  There…

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Dover Downs reopening with limited capacity

Dover Downs Hotel & Casino will reopen with limited capacity and guidelines from the State of Delaware on Monday, June 1 from 10 a.m. to 2 a.m. daily. The only available entrance to the casino is in the casino valet entrance in The Colonnade. All other entrances will be unavailable at this time. As a…

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Beebe Healthcare Coronavirus Virtual Town Hall Thurs, May 28

Beebe Healthcare is inviting the public to a COVID-19 Town Hall on Thursday, May 28 from 4-5 pm. The focus will be on Beebe Healthcare’s recovery phase and the reactivation of elective surgeries, procedures, and other types of visits. The panel will include Beebe’s President and CEO, Dr. David Tam, Infectious Disease and Travel Medicine…

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DE State Senate to Reconvene in Virtual Session Wednesday

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The Delaware State Senate will reconvene on Wednesday in an historic virtual sessionthat will be broadcast live on multiple websites. The first virtual meeting of the Senate will be preceded by a Senate Executive Committee hearingfor the consideration of eight gubernatorial nominations. “We are taking this unprecedented step of meeting virtually for several reasons,” said…

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Miracle: Local Restaurateur Survives Coronavirus

Darryl Ciarlante-Zuber spent 30 days in ICU including 23 days on a vent. Darryl and Joe Ciarlante-Zuber, the restaurateurs behind Diego’s Hideaway and the original Dos Locos, have an incredible story to share about Darryl surviving 54 days in the hospital and rehab after he contracted Coronavirus in March. During that time, he spent 30 days in ICU,…

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VIDEO: Kent County Vietnam Veterans Virtual Memorial Day Ceremony

Kent Vietnam Veterans to host Virtual Memorial Day on May 25 At 10 a.m., May 25, Kent County Chapter 850, Vietnam Veterans of America, in conjunction with the Veterans Story Project, will stream a virtual Memorial Day ceremony at www.VeteransStoryProject.com. The presentation will be available afterward on the site as well as on other social media…

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Berlin offices to reopen with restrictions

With the partial lifting of the State of Emergency established by Governor Larry Hogan, Berlin public offices will begin a partial re-opening to the public on Tuesday, May 26th. Berlin Mayor Gee Williams announced Town Hall, the Planning Department, and the Berlin Welcome Center will be open for regular business hours with restrictions on the…

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Gov Carney Releases Update on Delaware’s Coronavirus Response: Churches May Conduct Outside Gatherings; Applications Available for Restaurant Outdoor Seating

Governor John Carney on Saturday released an update on Delaware’s response to COVID-19. On Friday afternoon, Governor Carney signed the 19th modification to his State of Emergency declaration, formalizing steps taken earlier in the week to allow restaurants to expand outdoor seating capacity. All Delaware food and drink establishments may apply to their local municipal…

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DE Unemployment Nearly Triples Since March

As expected, Delaware’s unemployment rate in April was 14.3% – up from 5% in March.  There were 66,700 Delawareans unemployed in April compared to 17,600 a year ago.  Delaware’s unemployment rate is lower than the national rate at 14.7%.  However in Sussex County – the unemployment rate is at 16% for April – up from…

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