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Robin Breasure celebrated as Delmar Citizen of the Year during banquet
By Mike McClure Robin Breasure, who made great contributions to the Delmar community [...]
Sam Yoder and Son celebrates 50 years in business
In 1975, Sam Yoder founded Sam Yoder & Son in Greenwood. For the first two [...]
Sussex Tech softball tops Caesar Rodney in state tournament game
By Lynn Schofer Sussex Tech sophomore pitcher Cierra Lewis threw a complete game [...]
HEALTH
Doctor’s Perspective- Snake oil
By Dr. Anthony Policastro In the 1800’s, Chinese laborers introduced snake oil to the United States. It was an oil made from the Chinese water snake. It contained omega-3 fatty acids. These could help reduce inflammation. For that reason, some people found it to be beneficial. However, there was another group of individuals who found it to be profitable. They created their own versions of useless oils. These oils were touted to be cure-alls for just about any illness. The most common ingredients included beef fat, mineral oil and alcohol. They were often sold as part of a traveling stage show performance. After the performers would get a crowd together, the “snake oil” salesman would tell everyone about the great formula that could [...]
CHURCH
Melson Methodist Church Ice Cream Social
The Melson Methodist Church Ice Cream Social will take place on June 27 from 1 p.m. till at 32704 Melson Rd. in Delmar, Md. There will be hand-cranked ice cream in six flavors and other homemade desserts, oyster sandwiches by the King family, chicken salad, burgers, hot dogs, peas and dumplings, and auction baskets too!
Church yard sale to take place Saturday, May 30
The Church of Prophecy, located at 22699 Bridgeville Hwy. in Seaford, will hold a yard sale this Saturday from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. There will be scrapple sandwiches, a bake table, and more.
BULLETIN BOARD
Jumpin’ June Jubilee- Bridgeville
Saturday, June 6 from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. will be the Bridgeville Public Library’s “Jumpin’ June [...]
Historical society hosting a patriotic “Liber-Tea”- Seaford
Show off your Red-White-and-Blue spirit while enjoying tea, scones, and other treats in the elegance [...]
Canning 101- Laurel
Adults 18 and up, do you have plans for a summer garden? Do you love to [...]
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OBITS
James E. “Jimmy” Lambden
James E. “Jimmy” Lambden, of Seaford, took his final checkered flag on Friday, May 15, 2026, surrounded by the family and caregivers who loved him fiercely. Born Jan. 23, 1936, Jimmy entered this world as [...]
Jerry Lane Eller, 86
Jerry Lane Eller of Delmar, Delaware received the call to go home on Sunday, May 17, 2026. He was surrounded by loving family as he left us to join his family and friends on the [...]
Thank you from family of Raymond “Rip” Lloyd
The family and loved ones of Raymond “Rip” Lloyd would like to express appreciation for all the outpouring of love through cards, flowers and other condolences sent as encouragement as they mourn Rip’s passing.
Thomas Allan “Al” Temple, Jr., 93
Thomas Allan “Al” Temple, Jr. died peacefully on May 12, 2026, surrounded by his family. He was born on Feb. 21, 1933, to Thomas A Temple and Catherine Friedel Temple. He was a graduate of [...]