New ‘Hometown Hero’ banner program scheduled to launch
The town of Laurel has announced a new initiative to honor local veterans with “Hometown Hero” banners. This program, which received approval from [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 – [...]
Tidewater Park is dedicated with blessing, ribbon cutting last week in Laurel
While area children have been enjoying it since the first piece of equipment was installed, last Friday Tidewater Park in Laurel was officially [...]
Paul L. Dunbar ‘Public Facility, Public Safety Building’ about done
The Paul Laurence Dunbar Elementary School building that currently houses Children & Families First’s “Telemon” early education center, will soon have a new [...]
Laurel town manager seeks council input in addressing marijuana sales
Laurel officials are being asked by town management to consider how the municipality will address potential marijuana retail sales in the future. Town [...]
Delmar senior Mustafa Kilicarslan pursues high school, college degrees at the same time
Delmar senior Mustafa Kilicarslan, Jr. likes to be challenged. Next spring he will walk the stage at two graduations, at Delmar High School [...]
Laurel Redevelopment Corporation hosts groundbreaking, tour of new projects
The Laurel Redevelopment Corporation (LRC) hosted a groundbreaking ceremony last Wednesday to kick off the Promenade housing project. LRC also took those in [...]