Laurel
Laurel Ruritan officers present a check from the Ruritan Club for $1,000 to Midge McMasters to help support Laurel’s Good Samaritan Thrift Shop. Shown (l to r) are: Thomas Wright, John VanTine, Midge McMasters, Derby Walker and Craig Littleton. Submitted photo
Laurel SRO honored by Delaware Crime Stoppers, Gov. Carney
The Laurel Police Department has celebrated a major milestone with one of its officers receiving high praise for exceptional service. Officer LaShawn Handy was recently recognized as the Delaware Crime Stoppers Officer of the Year for his exemplary work as a School Resource Officer (SRO) in the Laurel School District. The award ceremony, hosted by Delaware Crime Stoppers, [...]
Governor Carney visits Laurel as part of farewell visit to western Sussex
Delaware Governor John Carney visited Laurel last Thursday as part of his last visit to western Sussex as Governor. “The friendships I have developed have been special. I [...]
Laurel Women’s Civic Club holds inaugural Wreaths of Remembrance ceremony
The Laurel Women’s Civic Club held its inaugural Wreaths of Remembrance ceremony last Saturday at Oddfellows Cemetery in Laurel. According to Laina Betts Dunn of the Laurel Women’s Civic [...]
Sessoms releases books to help students, parents navigate the high school years
The high school years can be a daunting time for students and parents. What is expected? Which tests should a student take – and when? What is a [...]
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John Francis Crimmins, 95
John Francis Crimmins, of Seaford passed away on Dec. 18, 2024. After 95 years of life, he died peacefully in his own home, watched over by two of his children. Throughout his life, whenever he [...]
Marlene Perry Simpler, 87
Marlene Perry Simpler of Seaford passed away peacefully on Monday, Dec. 23, 2024, surrounded by her family. She was born on Sept. 24, 1937, in Northwood, Iowa, the daughter of the late Harold and Ruby [...]
Carolyn L. Brittingham, 96
Carolyn L. Brittingham, formerly of Laurel, passed away on Dec. 25, 2024 at the Manor House in Seaford where she had lived for the past eight years. Carolyn was born on April 26, 1928, to [...]
Robert “Bob” David Board, 85
Robert “Bob” David Board of Laurel passed away on Dec. 13, 2024 at his home surrounded by his loving family. He proudly served his country in the United States Army. Bob was a member of [...]