Laurel
Safe, Alive and Free: GVI expands presence in Laurel
By Tony E. Windsor Laurel took another step toward strengthening public safety and community engagement during the Feb. 17 meeting of the Laurel Mayor and Council, as Ron Handy formally introduced the town to the Group Violence Intervention (GVI) program and its expanded local presence. Handy, a leader and transition coordinator with GVI, announced that the organization has [...]
Development continues along U.S. 13 in Laurel with major retailers coming
By Tony E Windsor Laurel continues to see movement on several commercial and residential development projects, Town Manager Jamie Smith reported during the Feb. 17 meeting of the [...]
Love INC of Delmarva partners with other organizations to aid people who are struggling with homelessness
By Carson Williamson Serving the mid-Delmarva area and operating out of Seaford, Love INC of Mid Delmarva (Love INC.) serves as one of the top organizations to aid [...]
Laurel referendum fails
The Laurel School District's current operating expense referendum, which took place on Monday, failed with 612 voting for it and 1,113 voting against it (unofficial results). If approved, it would [...]
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Burton William Whaley, 87
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Burton William Whaley of Delmar, who passed away peacefully at his home on Saturday, Feb. 21, 2026. Born on Jan. 19, 1939, in Laurel, Burton lived a [...]
H. Edwin “Ed” Riggin, Sr., 92
H. Edwin “Ed” Riggin, Sr. of Rehoboth Beach, passed away on Friday, Feb. 20, 2026. Ed leaves his family and friends with amazing memories. He will be fondly remembered for his stories, his arsenal of [...]
Sandra “Sandy” Perdue, 81
Sandra “Sandy” Perdue of Laurel, passed away at her home, surrounded by her loving family. Sandy was born in Laurel on Oct. 29, 1944, to the late Seth Paul Hastings and Betty G. Hastings. She [...]
Marie A. Whaley, 87
Marie A. Whaley of Laurel passed away on Feb. 16 at her home, surrounded by her loving family. Marie was born on Oct. 7, 1938, in Laurel to the late Daniel J. Boyce and Dora [...]




