AWARD WINNER - Graycen Malchow of Laurel, shown with Governor Matt Meyer, was the winner of the Leila E. Hopkins Memorial Award in the Children’s Department at the 2026 Delaware State Fair for earning the most points in the department. Graycen earned many blue ribbons for her 4-H exhibits as well. She also showed two market goats and a breed doe and earned third place in her age division for showmanship. Submitted photo
By Bernard W. Carr
The ARK Educational Resource Center, a non-profit organization located on 208 E. Front St., in Laurel, hosted its 12th annual “Back to School Jamboree” on Saturday, Aug. 8, from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. The well attended and free event was held at […]
By Tony E. Windsor
Laurel’s longest-serving mayor led the town for 22 years and remained active in education, civic organizations and community development. Former Laurel Mayor John Shwed, whose 22 years in office made him the longest-serving mayor in the town’s history, has died.
Shwed served […]
By Tony E. Windsor
Town Manager Jamie Smith presented an optimistic overview of Laurel’s economic development efforts Monday evening, telling members of the Laurel Mayor and Council that the town continues to make steady progress in attracting investment, supporting local businesses and positioning itself for […]
By Tony E. Windsor
The firm of Lank, Johnson & Tull, CPAs presented the town’s FY 2024 audit during the Monday, July 20, meeting of Laurel Mayor and Council. The audit covers the period from July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024, and […]
The Laurel School District announced last week that the Laurel Senior High School has been approved to establish an Air Force Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (AFJROTC) program beginning with the 2027–2028 school year. “This marks a significant milestone for [...]
The Laurel School District announced last week that the Laurel Senior High School has been approved to establish an Air Force Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (AFJROTC) program beginning with the 2027–2028 school year.
“This marks a significant milestone for our district and creates […]
Lieberman Charities provides 142nd basketball court
By Mike McClure
A dream came true last Wednesday when the Dream Court ribbon-cutting and dedication was held at the Boys and Girls Club in Laurel. The outdoor basketball court became a reality through a partnership […]
By Mike McClure
New Delmar School Board member Jordan Johnson is welcomed to the board by Superintendent Dr. Michael Bleile during Tuesday’s meeting. Photo by Mike McClure Tuesday night’s Delmar School Board meeting was the first official […]
By Tony E. Windsor
Questions regarding financial oversight, audit compliance, transparency, and public participation continued to dominate discussion during the Laurel Mayor and Council meeting on Monday, June 15, as Mayor Carlos Oliveras and resident Sharon Ardisana offered differing perspectives on concerns first […]
By Tony E. Windsor
The town of Laurel recognized Town Manager Jamie Smith during its June 15 Mayor and Council meeting for reaching 30 years of service to the town. Smith, who officially reaches the milestone on July 1, was honored by local […]
By Mike McClure
During Tuesday night’s meeting, the Delmar School District recognized student Erin Jeon, recipient of one of only 500 National Junior Honor Society awards given in the country. Middle School Student of the Month winners and two school board members were also recognized […]
