Delaware's courts will start the long slog through a backlog of hundreds of criminal cases starting next week. The pandemic has halted jury trials since March 2020.
May 24, 2021
On its fifth anniversary in May 2016, the Delaware Veterans Coalition was honored at the historic Old State House on The Green in Dover. Shown are in back (l-r) Rep. Trey Paradee; Joe Startt Jr., VVA Chapter 850 president; and Rep. Harvey Kenton. In front are Rep. Earl Jaques; Sen. Dave Lawson; Paul Davis, coalition vice president; Rep. Bill Carson; Dave Skocik, coalition president; Sen. Brian Bushweller; and Rep. Steve Smyk. SUBMITTED PHOTO
Memorial Day honors military personnel who have died in the performance of their duties while serving in the United States armed forces. Remembrance also encourages actions that benefit the living.
Considering all the years children â of both the young and fully grown variety â have delighted in the magic of Christmas, there shouldnât be any question about the existence of Santa Claus.
But the age-old debate remains alive and reassuring in the classic story Miracle on 34th Street, reenacted with theatric flair by Delaware Courts officials for school children and others who âZoomed inâ for virtual performances the week of Dec. 14.
More than 500 students from throughout Delaware, in grades three to five, watched as the court members âspread a little holiday cheer,â in the words of Sean OâSullivan, who handles public relations for the courts and who portrayed the postmaster. Due to the coronavirus, there were no live performances at any of the courthouses this year, although some actors were in front of their offices or in a courtroom for the presentations.