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 have met people I wouldn’t have met if I wasn’t (an elected official),” said Carney, who first ran for office (Lt. Governor) 24 years ago.
Governor John Carney reacts as Laurel Mayor John Shwed, left, announces that the town proclaimed last Thursday John Carney Day in Laurel in honor of his visit to the town and his years of service to the state. Photo by Mike McClure
Following the presentation of an award to John Hollis, Carney made his way to Laurel where he went on a tour of the state’s investments in the town followed by lunch at Laurel Pizzeria.
Prior to the lunch, Laurel Mayor John Shwed presented Carney with a proclamation proclaiming the day John Carney Day in Laurel. Delmar Mayor Tom Bauer also presented the governor with a railroad spike (donated by the Delmar Historical Society) with a plaque on it.
Carney recalled speaking at Delmar High School graduation on the school’s football field.
Rep. Tim Dukes made a presentation on behalf of the Laurel School District and Sussex Tech Superintendent Dr. Kevin Carson also presented Carney with a gift.