NEW YEAR - Laurel Middle School staff is excited to get the year started making Ripples of Growth, and Waves of Success. More photos on page 23. Submitted photo
Last Friday, End Community Violence Now (ECVN) joined community leaders, violence survivors, and local organizations to discuss the challenges faced in Sussex County in regards to gun violence. ECVN, a statewide initiative focused on reducing community gun violence throughout Delaware, is now […]
The Laurel Redevelopment Corporation (LRC) is proud to announce significant strides in revitalizing downtown Laurel through strategic efforts to attract new commercial businesses. This initiative is part of a broader economic redevelopment plan aimed at transforming the town into a [...]
The Laurel Redevelopment Corporation (LRC) is proud to announce significant strides in revitalizing downtown Laurel through strategic efforts to attract new commercial businesses. This initiative is part of a broader economic redevelopment plan aimed at transforming the town into a vibrant hub of […]
The town of Laurel has announced a new initiative to honor local veterans with “Hometown Hero” banners. This program, which received approval from the Mayor and Council earlier this year, will allow residents and organizations to purchase personalized banners to honor veterans […]
The Laurel Police Department has celebrated a major milestone with one of its officers receiving high praise for exceptional service. Officer LaShawn Handy was recently recognized as the Delaware Crime Stoppers Officer of the Year for his exemplary work as a School […]
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 […]
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 of the Laurel Women’s Civic Club, the cemetery has been a final resting place for veterans since the Spanish-American […]
The high school years can be a daunting time for students and parents. What is expected? Which tests should a student take – and when? What is a grade point average? What is a credit? What is a college portfolio? Why are […]
While area children have been enjoying it since the first piece of equipment was installed, last Friday Tidewater Park in Laurel was officially opened with the ribbon cutting ceremony and a blessing by the Nanticoke Indian tribe.
“I can’t express how […]
The Paul Laurence Dunbar Elementary School building that currently houses Children & Families First’s “Telemon” early education center, will soon have a new tenant and a new name. During the recent Laurel Mayor and Council meeting, Town Manager Jamie Smith gave an […]
Laurel officials are being asked by town management to consider how the municipality will address potential marijuana retail sales in the future. Town Manager Jamie Smith brought back the issue during the Monday, Oct. 21 meeting of Mayor and Council seeking consideration.
