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96th Year, Issue Eight ©2005 March 18,2005 Newark, Del. • 50¢ Up FRONT Police America's best make By JIM STREIT NEWARK POST STAFF WRITER arrests E funeral Monday of Connections with spree TINewark native Stephen McGowan brought of home invasions, home the reality of the Iraqi As 2-YEARANNIVERSARY OF burglaries unclear war. THE START OF THE lRAQL Any solider who makes By KAYTIE DOWLING the ultimate sacrifice in ser­ WARAPPROACHES. NEWARK vice to our country should NEWARK POST STAFF WRITER earn the respect of all CONTlNUES TO SEND ITS Americans. By all accounts from those YOUNG INTO HARM'S WAY. VEN though a long string of home who knew him, Einvasions seems to have reached McGowan was its end, city officials are still work­ an exceptional ing to discover who was behind the bur­ soldier, a devot­ glaries and home invasions that terror­ ed friend and STORY By KAYII E DOWLING ized Newark neighborhoods for months. The latest step in that process is family member, NEWARK POST STAff WRITE R and a caring the City of Newark's announcement of person. While a $5,000 reward for information that fighting a war in would lead to an arrest. That money is in Iraq, he made it addition to a $1,000 reward offered by his personal mis- Streit the Crime Stoppers. sion to brighten N March 19,2003, American lives have been "We're hoping this is going to gen­ the lives of Iraqi children by OPresident George lost on Iraqi and Afghani erate some leads for us," said Capt. W. Bush formally soil. Two democratic elec­ giving them Beanie Babies. See ARRESTS, 26 ~ This week as we approach declared war against Iraq. tions have taken place the two-year anniversary of "My fellow citizens, in nations that had never Operation Enduring Freedom, at this hour American and known such a freedom. news editor Kay tie Dowling coalition forces are in the But behind all of monu­ has prepared a thoughtful early stages of military mental events that will What is piece on Newarkers affected operations to disarm Iraq, one day become the pages by the Iraq and Afghanistan to free its people and of history books, there wars. defend the world from .' are American and inter­ grave danger," he told the national soldiers fighting the answer? Several times in my career, I have drawn the short American public. a war. Their tales won't straw and been sent to inter­ And with those words, make it to the textbooks, view families of servicemen this became a nation at but they are the ones After another fatality and women killed in the line war. worth remembering. Here, on CSX tracks, officials of duty. Also, I've covered It has been two years we honor those brave funerals of police officers since that declaration. men and women with searching for way to who kissed their wife and During that time, dra­ snapshots into the lives of increase safety, education kids one morning never to matic changes have come return. to pass. More than 1,660 . By KAYTIE DOWLING While such tragic stories in newspapers can be moving NEWARK POST STAFF WRITER and powerful (and as jour­ nalists that is what we strive ER a second fatality on for in our writings), I have Mthe CSX tracks in the past six onths, members of city coun­ See UP FRONT, 7 ~ cil, the Newark Police Department, the University of Delaware and CSX are collaborating on a way to increase safety along the rail. The first step in that process hap­ pened this week as Newark police offi­ cers arrested four individuals in the past See TRAINS, 19

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Streit, Jr. is the publisher of the Newark Post He sets policies and surveillance along the tracks manages all departments in the Newark that run parallel to Main Street, office. Call him at 737·0724. Cleveland Avenue and Elkton Kaytie Dowling is the news editor. Road. She leads the day-to-day operation of the Recently four individuals were newsroom. Call her at 737-0724. issued criminal summons for tres­ No one was injured when a tractor-trailer plowed into a toll booth last week at the Newark toll plaza. The Marty Valanla prepares the sports passing when observed by police to pages of this newspaper. The sports be walking along the tracks. All were driver, who police said fell asleep, was charged with inaHentive driving. editor is seldom In the office, however, taking shortcuts to residences north he checks in frequently. Leave meso of the tracks along East Cleveland sages for Marty at 1-800·220·3311. Avenue, according to police reports. On Friday, March 11, at 11 p.m., Truck crashes into Newark toll plaza Robin Broomall is a staff a special agent of CSX transporta­ reporter and specializes in education As the truck neared the EZ-Pass lanes, police said that coverage. Reach her at 737-0724. tion observed three males on the HE Delaware State Police is investigating a railroad tracks, attempting to cross T tractor-trailer crash that occurred early morn­ Wallace fell asleep. Phil Toman has been the paper's at a non-crossing, directly behind the ing on Thursday, March 10, on southbound The truck struck the concrete barrier leading into the arts editor since 1969. Well-known 100 block of East Cleveland Avenue. lanes and then struck an unoccupied tollbooth. in the arts community, he writes his 1-95 at the Delaware Turnpike Toll Plaza in Newark Newark Police were called and just north of the Maryland line. Wallace was transported to Christiana Hospital, where column from his Newark home. Leave issued criminal summons to Robert he was treated for minor injuries, police said. messages for him at 737·0724. Police said that a 2005 Freightliner tractor and trailer, The tractor and trailer, which is owned by Ryder, was Vohden, 20, Vincent Lee, 21, and operated by Mark Wallace, 38, of Pinewood, S. c., was Other contributing writers include Michael Schade, 20, all of Basking hauling frozen fish and was en route to Baltimore, Md. traveling southbound on 1-95 approaching the toll plaza Wallace was issued a traffic ticket for inattentive driv­ Alfred Gruber, Tracy Downs, Elbert Ridge, N. J., for violation of Title 24, at about 4: 10 a.m. Chance, Marvin Hummel and Mark Sisko section 3Al, trespassing on railroad ing. Leave messages for them at 737·0724. property. On Monday, March 7, at 4 p.m., David Burr i~ the office manager-edi­ torial assistant. Reach him at 737·0724. Craig Shuman,19, of Wilmington, dows at the Platinum Salon; mined amount of cash, police said. was arrested for a similar trespassing Unit block of Braemer Drive, Blazing tree Ed Hoffman is the Newark Posts in the 300 block of East Main Street. Abbotsford, on Sunday, March 13, On Sunday, March 13, at 6:28 advertising director and manages the All were given arraignment dates at11:41 a.m., eggs were thrown at Shoplifting arrest p.m., Newark Police and Aetna Fire local sales team. He can be reached at and released, police said. a car and house, causing $250 in Newark Police were called to Company were called to the unit 1·800-220-3311. damages; Pathmark in the College Square block of Aylesboro Road, Marrows Jim GaloH is the advertising sales Unit block of East Cleveland Shopping Center on Sunday, March Court Apartments, where a pine tree manager. He handles accounts in the House ransacked Avenue, on Sunday, March 13, at 13, at 6:44 p.m., when a customer was on fire. When the fire was extin­ New castle area and is an automotive Unknown suspects targeted anoth­ 2:30 a.m., a window of a residence had attempted to leave the store with­ guished, a lawn chair and cinderblock account specialist. Call him at 1-800- er residence in the City of Newark, was shattered by an unknown means, out paying for bags of shrimp hidden were found under the tree. 220-3311. breaking in and removing valuable causing $25 in damages; under his jacket, they said. Police said apparently a mini­ Betty Jo Trexler seliS real estate items. 157 E. Main St., on Saturday, Scott Parkins, 23, of Newark, was campsite had been built under the advertiSing. She can be reached simply On Tuesday, March 8, at 11:52 March 12, at 9:50 a.m., an exterior issued a criminal summons for shop­ tree. by calling 1..... 220·3311. a.m., Newark Police responded to a window was broken at Matilda's Hair lifting and released pending a court call at a home in the 200 block of Salon, causing $300 in damages; and appearance, police said. Jenlfer EmIl sells ads in the Murray Road. Unit block of East Cleveland Break-ins downtown Newark area. She can be Avenue, on Saturday, March 12, at reached by calling 1-808-220·3311. Intruders had apparently gained When two roommates returned access by breaking a small window­ 2:18 a.m., chunks of asphalt were Got away to their apartment in the 4300 block Sllelley Evans sells ads in the Route pane in a bathroom, reaching in and thrown through three windows of a Employees of Sears Hardware of Scholar drive, on Sunday, March 40 corridor. She can be reached by call­ unlocking the window, police said. residence, causing $75 in damages. in College Square Shopping Center 13, at 3:56 p.m., they found their ing 1-8110·220-3311. The owners were not home at the called police with a report of shop­ door ajar. Nancy Beaudet develops new time of the break-in. Meters expired lifting on Saturday, March 12, at 4 Newark Police said the door advertising accounts in Glasgow and The house was ransacked and p.m. appeared to have been kicked open, Middletown. She can be reached by call­ jewelry and rolls of change were A City of Newark employ­ Two white males, both 18-22 causing damage to the doorframe. Ing 1-8110-220-3311. taken. The value of the jewelry was ee reported to Newark Police on years old, removed a Clark welder, Nothing inside appeared to be miss­ $1,690, according to police reports. Tuesday, March 8, at 11:45 a.m., that ing, police said. KIIrIItIIJI Toolan develops new adver­ valued at $200, from the store with­ two parking meters along Academy out paying. On Sunday, March 13, at 3:26 tising accounts In Christiana and along the Street had been removed from their Route 4 Corridor in Newark. She can be Tips taken They exited through a rear fire exit a.m., Newark Police were called to a reached bycaHing 1...... 220-3311, posts. door, according to police reports. residence in the 300 block of Manuel On Saturday, March 12, at 9 The missing meters were valued Street. Our circulation manager is Mary a.m., Newark Police were called to at $800. They contained an undeter- While the owner was hosting Ferpson. For information negarding the Blue Hen Bowling Lanes in the a party, someone had apparently subscriptions, call 1-800-220-3311. Newark Shopping Center. removed 20 DVD's, 30 Playstation v.. N_l Poll If pWJI/.tIIeJ FrIJ4y by eM""""" The tip jar, containing approxi­ A four-foot long, gray com snake is games and a Playstation. The ~ CmyorIllioR.N.... i1IId loIIiy 4t lite solt diJtltJioo of"" pob/isIrq. TIt. bar counter, police said. Newark Police on Sunday, March 13, of the house. Ntwark p(!It it ...... 01 lite Mtuy/J1Joi·D

, \ 1\\ 1\\ www.ncbl.com/post/ MARCH 18,2005 • NEWARK POST • PAGE 3 NEWARK POST .:. IN THE NEWS BaHle may be over, but fight continues By KAYTIE DOWLING March 14 meeting, would pre­ "It's just like saying the I am no longer going to be able while supporting the amendment...... •...... vent business owners with leases Negroes and Whites have to use to do this." "If you have a craft Store on Main NEWARK POST STAFF WRITER shorter than six months from hav­ separate water coolers," she said. City Solicitor Roger Akin Street, I would be willing to go ing sidewalk sales or booths in Frost argued that experi­ quickly pointed out that the inside to see its wares. Just let HE biannual book wars front of their property. mental stores, like a craft store amendment would not prevent me know where it is," she said. Tcrowding Main Street at Council members hoped this she opened this past Christmas peddlers from taking out a short "I don't think this amendment the end of each University would prevent bookstores, which season, would be discriminated lease like Frost's craft shop. is a problem. I think it is quite of Delaware semester could be have become notorious for setting against because they would not Instead, it would only stipulate reasonable." a thing of the past with Newark up temporary booths downtown be able to set up merchandise on that during its month of operation Ultimately, business owners City Council's newest amend­ to attract students to sell back the street. it could not sell merchandise on like Frost, who may have a short­ ment to downtown vending laws. their textbooks, from crowding "I had a shop open for one the sidewalk. term lease, will have to find a However, there is some lingering Main Street. month this year," she said. "It "Nothing in this bill is dis­ way to adapt their business to opposition from business own­ However, Nadine Frost, owner was a good month. It was the couraging business owners from compete without sidewalk sales. ers. of the Delaware Book Exchange Christmas month. But I wasn't operating a new business," he Businesses with longer leases The amendment, which passed spoke out against the amend­ sure if the shop would succeed, said. will continue to be able .to vend unanimously at the Monday, ment, calling it unnecessary and so I didn't want to take out a Newark resident Jean White on the sidewalk throughout the discriminatory. longer lease. But if you pass this, responded to Frost's point of view year. CVS building's . ·owners seek Rx By KAYTIE DOWLING ...... NEWARK POST STAFF WRITER We're all think­ HAT will happen to W the former Main Street ing," 'Oh God, you CVS building is still an open question after potential can't do this.' It's builders asked the Newark City scaring all of us. " Council for guidance on their construction plans at the March The new Courtyard Newark opened last year on the University of Delaware's Laird Campus. 14 council meeting, VANCE A. FUNK, III Richard Handloff and H. MAYOR , CITY OF NEWARK Gibbons Young, building appli­ cants for a 15 unit, two-story Cooperation, not competition apartment building which would sit over the retail site, asked coun­ for drinking the most beer." of the Embassy Suites and asked that a hotel link be added cil for a parking waiver and some Another issue that made coun­ Hotels form coalition Homewood Suites at Christina to provide information to guided direction on their plans. cil members wary was the request to market Newark Parkway and South College potential visitors. The hoteliers However, they were met with for a 100 percent parking waiver. Avenue, said the hotel market­ want to work: together with opposition and a tabled discussion Richard Cross, the applicants' rep­ as a destination ers believe Newark has what it DNP committees to coordinate resentative, urged the council to from council members who hoped ATHER than increase needs to cash in on the compet­ the local events calendar to to see the enclosure of a proposed approve the parking waiver, say­ competition, the open­ itive conference business. He avoid conflicts such as two ing that the precedence has been R courtyard, available parking and a ing of a new hotel on cited the Bob Carpenter Sports large events scheduled at the set and that there is little need more interesting fa~ade. tbe University of Delaware's and Convocation Center and same time. They also want to for these 4-bedroom apartments to The controversial design Newark campus last year has the recently upgraded Clayton include DNP brochures and have leased parking spaces. allowed for an open area in the sparked collaboration and Hall conference center on the promotional materials in their middle of the apartment complex, "These apartments are going cooperation among hoteliers in Laird Campus as key attrac­ marketing efforts as well as to be used by students. They a fact that brought a lot of discon­ the university town. tions. Both can accommodate providing them to conference won't have as many cars as other tent from council members. Leaders of a marketing large crowds and offer flexible attendees when they arrive in residents would," he said. "This is "Everyone is a little apprehen­ coalition of ten Newark hotels meeting rooms and exhibit Newark. The hotel operators just like any other city. Residents sive of the area in the middle," asked the Downtown Newark space. hope to utilize the DNP as a can find parking at other places. said Mayor Vance Funk. "We're Partnership board last week to Sullivan said the opening of communications conduit to all thinking, 'Oh God, you can't Parking waivers have been grant­ support them in their efforts to the hotel on the un campus is Newark businesses and the sur­ ed historically up and down Main do this.' It's scaring all of us." lure large meeting and confer­ the fmal piece in the puzzle to rounding community. Comparisons were made to this Street." ence business here. market Newark as a destina­ DNP board members Council members were not design and the design of the Main Bill Sullivan, manager of the tion, Convention, conference' - including Mayor Vance A. sold on this idea and urged the Street Courtyard Apartments. Courtyard Newark that opened and large-meeting planners Funk ill and un president Dr. developers to consider offering The Courtyard Apartments are last fall on the University of demand a large hotel adjacent David Roselle - agreed that parking spaces when they return designed around a central open Delaware's campus adjacent to conference facilities. Clayton conference business would to council in about three months. area that has over the years, to Clayton Hall, told the DNP Hall is a few steps away from boost downtown business. DNP proved to be a place for numerous But not all of the coun­ leaders that Main Street and the Courtyard. chair Jim Streit, publisher of cil's responses were critical. parties. The apartment complex other local merchants would The participating hotels the Newark Post, said it's a Councilman Kevin Vonck voiced has been plagued with noise vio­ benefit from convention and offer 900 rooms in the Newark "natural fit" for the hotel mar­ his support of the plan. "This lations, under-aged drinking and conference business. He said area, Wenger said the capacity keters and the DNP to work takes the pressure off of 15 hous­ even several acts of violence. attendees often average $300 in and facilities here are sufficient together. es to become student housing," "We've had these problems expenditures per person per day to make the Newark competi­ In other business at the at the Courtyard before," Vance he said. "Concentrating some into the local economy, which tive with other regions along Partnership board's March 10 said. "It becomes a congregat­ development on Main Street is a in the case of Newark most tbe 1-95, like Wilmington, that session: good thing." ing point. You have all of the likely would be in restaurants court convention business. TRAIN BRIDGE MURAL: It The developers will return to residents invite about 500 of their and shops in the downtown Sullivan, Wenger and was reported that $127,684 has council in several months, after closest friends to come out and area. Bob Spraker praised the been raised to paint welcoming try to see who can set the record changes to building plans have Brad Wenger, manager Partnership's web site and been considered. See HOTEL, 19.

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EDUCATION NEWS FOR NEWARK FROM LOCAL SCHOOLS NOTEPAD Becoming as one Mentors needed By ROBIN BROOMAll Odyssey of the Mind, an inter­ for after-school national program that provides HE After-School NEWARK POST STAFF WRITER problem-solving opportunities T Academies in the HILDREN today have for children from kindergarten Christina schools been encouraged, since through college. C For one group of seven students will begin their first ses­ birth, to be independent, sion Monday, April 4. think for themselves and set from Gauger Middle School, this They will meet five days their own goals. But thousands was no time for the jitters. Even a week, from 3 - 6 p.m., of students in Delaware and 25 thought this was their first time at six sites throughout the countries around the globe have in OM, they felt confident they district, including Bancroft, learned more valuable skills - to would do well. Pulaski and Stubbs schools work as teams, collaborate on Standing outside the back in WilmingtOn and Jones, problem solving and develop a stage door to the mini theater, Keene and ShuelMedill goal for the betterment of all its waiting for their "curtain call" schools in the Newark area. members, all the while using their they danced around with antici­ Volunteers are needed to creative minds and having fun. pation, tripping over each other help tutor participating first No teachers are involved. Just as they carried their props down to sixth graders in reading kids and their parents. the steps and into the narrow skills, with a minimum com­ For more than six months, door. If they were awe struck mitment of one hour a week. teams of kids met on Saturday when they saw the theater full of Training will be provided. mornings or after school at some­ on-lookers and judges in comical Volunteers can be adults one's home. At first they were hats, the seventh graders never from local businesses, church just kids working on a problem, showed it. groups, community mem­ trying to write a skit, or thinking But for their coach sitting in the front row, waiting for the bers, retirees, parents and about costumes. Sut by the time NEWARK POST PHOTO BY ROBIN BROOMALL grandparents. Also, middle they were through, they were like performance to begin, it was a and high school level stu­ different story. It is now the Future, as the team from Gauger - Cobbs Middle School well-oiled machines, each part performs in their Odyssey of the Mind skit. Team members included dents are encouraged to be moving in sync with the other. "My stomach is churning," mentors. For more informa­ said Savita Mehra. Martin Drake, Brittany Haynes, Kristen Hopkinson, Sejal Mehra, Each member of the team knew Megan Howell, Catherine Muldowney and Kaylin Matocha. tion, call Andrewetta Shaw at what the others were thinking, A team of Newark High stu­ 454-2400 ext. 262. doing, or about to do. dents, dressed in hot pink tee­ They had reached the pinnacle shirts, was in the audience, cheer­ of Gauger's team moved flaw­ woven together, showing differ­ Career fair at CHS of their "training" for the most ing on their younger counterparts. lessly through scene after scene, ent methods of communication, creative performance they might Earlier in the day they had their changing costumes behind their in caveman time, in 2004, and in Christiana High School, ever be involved in. own time on stage. six-foot wide screen, arranging the future. 190 Salem Church Road, will And then it began. Narrator props, and flipping set designs. It was their best performance, host a career fair on Friday, On Saturday, March 12, Delaware's 113 teams, involv­ Catherine Muldowney walked Not one line was missed, not one their coach said, as she breathed a March 23, 9 - 10:30 a.m. confidently to the center of the word flubbed. sigh of relief. in the school gymnasium. ing more than 700 students, came together at the University stage and for the next eight The skit was about a time cap­ Approximately 100 busi­ minutes, the seven members sule, with three separate stories See ODYSSEY, 5 ~ ness/community leaders plan of Delaware to participate in to participate. The school's business students will partici­ pate in two career sessions during the event. For info., call 454-2381. Just say no Student of the Week Leah Fett, a junior at By ROBIN BROOMAll drugs and tried to do normal Glasgow High School, was •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• activities, like walk in a straight selected by NEWARK POST STAFF WRITER line, catch a ball or touch a finger Principal FIFTH graders at Brader to their nose. Todd Elementary School found Megan Whittaker said it was Harvey, as out what it's like to be drunk hard to walk and see with the this week's or high on drugs. goggles on. Student of And they didn't like the feel- "It felt pretty weird not know­ the Week. ing what you were feeling," she Leah ing. was As part of the nine - week said. "Alcohol and drugs lead to bad things." ~ecy ~~ D.A.R.E. program presented by Delaware State Police, the stu- Brandon Todd agreed. "I American Fett dents conducted experiments, learned not to smoke. It can cause Association wrote essays and listened to Cpl. cancer, lung disease and heart dis­ of University Women Craig Thomas as they learned the ease. Just say no to cigarettes." (AAUW) with the consequences and risks of a1co- As a culmination to their pro­ Outstanding Female Junior hoI, tobacco and drugs. gram, the 54 students were given Math and Science award. An To understand how difficult tee-shirts, courtesy of the school, honor roll student, Leah also it is to breathe after contracting and graduation certificates from NEWARK POST PHOTO BY ROBIN BROOMALL Cpl. Thomas. plays soccer, practices karate, emphysema because of smoking, Fifth graders at Brader Elementary, from left, Anastasia Baluk, plays the flute in the school they had to breathe through a tiny In their essays the students told about the risks and horrors of Emmanuel Apau and Victoria Althoff proudly wear their D.A.R.E. band and mentors at Keen~ coffee straw. shirts and display their certificates for completing the nine-week E1emen Schoo. s -~g;.u.lJl~WIta~U.ut"'!..·~.' , ,t The;', ~OC& im~ltllt) gog- ' __0 ______"_~SeeJiAA£~5._ _ pr~g~_".!.!'~~h_ Troo~~r !. ______J _ _ 1_ _ " __~ _ I _' . '_' _'_ . ~ _____ J ell ••~~.tf>-~iMIn~~-15~ifi]-n~tln- • www.ncbl.com/post/ MARCH 18, 2005 • NEWARK POST • PAGE 5 NEWARK POST .:. IN OUR SCHOOLS .Competition in problem solving, te·amwork tests creativity

Academy, The Independence aged to use their heads to come ~ OOYSSEY, from 4 School, Newark High, Downes up with their own skits to fit an Elementary and Wilson assigned situation, much different But that wasn't their only per­ Elementary. that just acting in a play. They are formance for the day. In another also given time constraints and a room across campus, they were 25 years of OM slim budget to work in. given a spontaneous problem to This year they built vehicles solve and had only two minutes Odyssey of the Mind was cre­ that climbed an obstacle course, to prepare a presentation. This ated in 1978 by Dr. C. Samuel performed skits about dreams, was the true test of their "one­ Micklus, a professor at Glassboro told stories of different modes of ness." State College, now Rowan communicating, built structures At the end of the day the University in New Jersey. to test balance and support, pre­ Gauger team took fourth place in Since 1981, students in sented humorous puppet shows their division. Delaware have participated in the or told fables. In addition to Gauger-Cobbs, program that gives them an in­ The key to the success of the teams of students from other depth understanding of problems. program is having parents as the local schools came from Caravel At the same time they are encour- coaches. "The teams survive because the parents got involved," said DARE program targets kids at early age Mary Kay Valentine, one of the OM organizers. NEWARK POST PHOTO BY ROBIN BROOMALL be healthy and be able to have But the coaches cannot do the The first place leam from Downes Elementary School proudly d.is­ ~ OARE, from 4 plenty of energy. Drugs would work, write the skit, or sew the plays their trophy: Team members are, front row, from left: Mike definitely affect being healthy costumes. They can show how Czerwinski, Diana Advani, Joseph Krusko, Ravi Barua. Back row: smoking and using drugs and how and having energy. to run the sewing machine or cut Selby Seador, Madelyn Warren and coach Yolanda Chetwynd. their futures could be effected. Also, I'm just wasting my with a saw. The kids do all. the Several fund raisers are 6eing planned to help send the t~am to Essay winners were Emily time doing drugs when I could actual work. national competition in Colorado in May. Cummings and Zachary be fulfilling my dream. So it is "The kids learn very quickly Robinson. Role model awards important for me to remain drug that they can solve the problems," acting. The creativity at this level Independence include: Nicholas went to Kaitlin McClain and free because my future dream Valentine said. "This is what busi­ is so unique." Bair, Cara Bottorff, Kim Fabian, Megan Whittaker. The Grand will just go down the drain. If I nesses need, people who can solve Andrew Idell, Kevin Kwak, winner was Miranda Daniels. were to fall while skating I could problems and work in teams." Amanda Walsh and Nichole "It's important to catch them get seriously hurt. And then I will Even NASA has presented Winners announced Walsh. Their coaches are Barbara now, help them develop good not be able to ice skate anymore problems to be solved, ones that Two local teams, performing Bettler and Melanie Walsh. habits, make good decisions them­ which would be terrible because I eventually could be used in the in this year's Delaware Odyssey A team of third and fourth selves," said principal Rachelle am good at it and love to do it. space program. of the Mind, placed first in their graders from Downes Elementary Talbert. "When they leave here So, whatever it is you want More than 100 adult volun­ divisions. As a result they are School won first place for their and go to middle school, they will to be or do, just keep drug free teers are trained to be judges for invited to national competition presentation of "Laugh-A-Thon" be in the big leagues." because drugs rob you from the performances. at the University of Colorado in and their spontaneous perfor­ your health, your looks and your Joe Ambrosino, music teacher May. mance. D.A.R.E. - My essay money. at· Downes Elementary School, A sixth grade team from The The Downes team includes: By Miranda Daniels So, Trooper T, I pledge to stay has been a judge· with OM for Independence School took first Diana Advani, Ravi Barua, Mike Fifth grade drug free and ever since your more than 10 years. place in their division for their Czerwinski, Madelyn Warren, class I have learned how drugs "It's fun to 'See their creativity, presentation of "In Your Dreams" Joseph Krusko and Selby Drugs can affect many aspects can really mess up your whole the seven year olds to high school and their teamwork in the sponta­ Seador. The- coaches are Yolanda Of your life, such as health, your life. So I swear to remain drug students. You see their technical neous portion of the competition. Chetwynd, Gitu Barua and Suresh looks and your money. 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NEWARK POST COLUMNIST OM Wolfe's recent 676-page novel, Charlotte is not so T"I Am Charlotte Simmons," opens with 18-year-old Charlotte prepar­ much" a good girl as an ing to leave her home in a secluded innocent one," and she doesn't and depressed area of the Blue Ridge Mountains to attend DuPont University, know the difference. " ranked fIrst among the nation's colleges. As the recipient of a much-coveted full scholarship to DU, Charlotte is leaving with all the hopes and fears and expecta­ are real. The "friends" look at Charlotte tions of her teacher/mentor and her pov­ in disbelief, amusement- and disgust. erty-stricken family loaded on her back. Everybody knows - except you. "Don't let them down" is her unspoken Charlotte gets innocently involved with mantra. This week, "Out of the Attic" features an undated photograph that shows Jojo Johanssen, the Great Caucasian Hope Recitation Hall on the University of Delaware campus. "Out of the Attic" As Charlotte walks, wanders and stum­ of DU's basketball team. Jojo is a true pro­ features hjstoric photographs from Newark's history, recent and long ago. bles her naIve way through her first year at fessional college athlete: well paid, wined­ Readers who have a historic photo and would like to share it with other readers DU, she readily learns in the classroom. and-dined, sexually serviced by frantic are Invited to loan their photos for reprinting in this space. Special care will Socially? She came abysmally unpre­ groupies, and a~ ignorant as. Chll!lotte is innocent. Charlotte makes JOJo think, and be taken. for information. call or visit the Newatt post, Suite 206, 168 Elkton pared, as we see on virtually every page. Road Madeline Crossing. weekdays. 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m .• at 737-0724. • And, Charlotte is not so this unanticipated glimpse of Thinking , . much a good girl as an Land unsettles his serene stupidity and innocent one; and she hurts his game. doesn't know the differ­ The coach goes ballistic and benches ence. (The reader begins Jojo, whose grad school w~s to be the to worry.) She will go NBA. Jojo had registered for a tough PAGES FROM THE PAST from the negative condi­ course behind the coach's back and wanted tion of having illusions to write his own papers and take his own News as it appeared in the Newark Post through the years to the even more nega­ exams. He had to be punished. Charlotte tive condition of being was the only one on campus who believed • March 20, 1930 ment. The University swimming pool. disillusioned. these tall, virtual illiterates played for fun. asked for $190,000 but Hummel this was cut by $40,000 Of the many lessons She almost ruined poor Jojo. Everybody Fire destroyed knows - except you know who. Contract for Women's with the result that one Charlotte learns outside wing will not be com­ farm buildings of class is, "Everybody knows- but me." gym awarded She wreaks more damage. pleted until more funds Five fire compa- Of course her roommate is a rich, fall­ Adam is a cynical journalist major who S.L. Hoover and Son, are secured. Although the nies fought a fire near down drunk who beds her nightly lovers pays his rent and tuition by writing play­ Philadelphia contractors, college was established 16 Harmony Station on the in Charlotte's bed and makes her sleep in ers' papers for them. will in all probability erect years ago and now has an B. and O. Railroad early the proposed new gym­ the hall. A little interaction with Charlotte and enrollment of 300 students Tuesday afternoon, which nasium at the Women's there has never been a destroyed the barn, dam­ When Charlotte tells the dorm advi­ poor Adam begins to believe that "profes­ College, University of sor of the many infractions, of course the sional ethics" and "integrity" might be regular gymnasium and aged the dwelling and Delaware. The contract 'burned over 150 acres of dorm advisor promptly laughs in her naIve words fit for a newspaper rather than dreck has not been signed but it face: of course it is a no-alcohol dorm and to be put on toilet paper. He is in trouble. land on the farm owned probably will be within a by Joseph Hummell and everybody gets smashed, and, of course, Charlotte goes on a date with a hand­ few days. Hoover and Son WARK Posr you were told at the orientation that you ·---~Ei:!"~ __ Clarence Wickersham and some, athletic, frat man. She trusted him were the lowest bidders, WEEIU mT tenanted by F.A. Rothwell. were honor-bound to turn in all viola­ because he had such fine prep school man­ their bid being $119,366. tions; but everybody .knows that's sheer Fire companies from ners and belonged to a fraternity named Ground will be broken for Newark, Christiana, Mill raw dreck. Except you. "God, Charlotte. I after a Christian saint. She and Hoyt had the new structure as soon mean God." Creek, Newport and Five "firsts" - her first drinks and his first vir­ after the contract is signed Points were summoned, When the poor kid tens her "friends" gin. Charlotte knew better than to report as possible and it is hoped and worked for two hours what happened, they cannot believe the entire mess: Everybody knew what to have it completed and extinguishing the flames. Charlotte is so dumb. The rules and regu­ was going on. How could she not? ready for use next fall. The loss is $4000 and lations are no more real than the Greek "Pages From The Past" When Charlotte leaves us on page 676, The building will be locat­ is compiled from early there is no insurance. gods on the friezes that adorn their dorm she is no longer innocent - can she and ed on the campus at the editions of the Newark The cause of the fIre will she become good? We don't know corner of East Park Place Post and its forerunners has not been determined. • A retired clergyman and a teacher since and neither does Charlotte. But she has and Academy street. by staffers. Efforts are The fire originated in the 1972, Hummel has contributed to the a chance - now that she knows what The last Legislature made to retain original barn and as soon as it was appropriated $150,000 for headlines and style. Newark Post for more than two decades. PV:I~'l0p. '/.. _1i1f~K _no:,:s• ._ .. _•.. 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can be therapeutic for grieving I didn't interview the Get involved .. ·.today ~ UP FRONT, from 1 relatives. McGowan family but Stephen's What they want to share with mother told the Colorado Springs To: The editor ing other people and improv­ always hated being a reporter in readers is the reasons their loss is Gazette that her son declined pro­ ing society. such circumstances. so great. motions so that he could stay with From: Edward T. O'Donnell Do it today. Normally, I'm never at a loss While not glamorous, some the men and woman of the unit Newark for words and can fire off ques­ of my most memoriable profes­ that chose him as their medic. Readers are encouraged to tions like a machine gun. siQnal experiences during the last I doubt the guys who played The great American revo­ use the Opinion Page to speak But what do you say? There's three decades have come when rugby with Stephen knew that... lutionary Patrick Henry said, their minds. no textbook with the answer. doing research to write "routine" until now. "The price of freedom is eter­ Please remember: Letters At times, the public jokes obituaries. There is nothing more Men and women, who do not nal vigilance." should be thought provoking about sensational tabloid and TV stimulating than to discover (bet­ deserve to die, do just that every If more people wrote letters and concise; letters deemed coverage that is cold. Impersonal ter yet, help a family member day. Car crashes, violent crime, to the editor, called radio talk libelous will not be printed; reporters get "reactions" from discover) awe-inspiring qualities disease grab people from our shows, voted, ran for office we reserve the right to edit family members who have just in the departed. clutches regularly. We know this. and called private and public for clarity; and writers must lost a loved one. We see this .There was the 83-year-old We accept the reality, just as the officials with suggestions and include a telephone number frequently on Philly TV when woman whose family sent in an men and women heading to Iraq constructive criticism, many of so that letters can be verified the stations interview relatives Obituary Form with only the most acknowledge they are heading society's problems would be prior to publication. after senseless street murders. basic information - name, place into harm's way. They accept the solved. Mail to: Letters, The It's disgusting (though it does of birth, survivors, etc. - noted. reality and move forward in their Plus it is fun to do such Newark Post, Suite 206,168 get ratings or the viewer-hungry No comments in the hobbies, mission. things and gives the one who Elkton Road, Newark, DE broadcast outlets would not com­ memberships, awards or occupa­ As is the case of the soldiers does it a great sense of satis­ 19711; or fax 737-9019. mit so much of their resources to tion sections. She was described on the front line in Iraq, there faction since he or she is help- such events). I could never ask a simply as a housewife. is little that we can do here in mother, "how do you feel about I called the family and start­ Newark to change the reality. you son being murdered?" ed asking questions and quick­ But we can pray for and sup­ As uncomfortable as I have ly learned that this woman had port our combat troops. Doing been in the past, my experi­ been a Sunday School teacher so is a tribute to McGowan and ence shows that family mem­ for more than 60 years ... and had other fallen soldiers, which we 1980: 273 project tabled' bers want, even need to talk to never missed a Sunday. Not for have learned are, truly, America's serious reporters about their late vacation, not for illness. Never. best. ~ PAGES, from 6 Councilman Joseph P. Farley loved one. Telling stories about Not one. (D-Newark) supported the coun­ cil's move to send the subdivision their serviceman's life, offering What's sad is that the good • The author is publisher of seen by the family an alarm was heartwarming reminiscences of qualities of people are usually this and three other newspapers plan back to the planning depart­ sent in. The flames spread to the ment for review of the traffic, the solder's devotion to family, not reflected upon in day-to-day headquartered in Delaware, He house which was close by and friends and our country, laughing life. Often, it takes death to bring has been a community journalist traffic impact, design of the proj­ then to the grass on the farm. ect and drainage plan. as a funny moment is recalled them to light. for more than three decades. The firemen were compelled to divide their attention between {'-"-'-"-"-"-"-' _.. -.-.. -.. -... - • March 17, 2000 I .1st Annua/ -- fighting the flames in the build­ ing and putting out the grass flre Family Owned & • Emphasis on Learning . DIabetes Walk which threatened everything on Osborne, Kalbacher Operated • Spanish & Computer Science March 18,2005 the farm. to return to council Owner on site daily! • Nutritious Meals 9am-4pm . Although three seats were up • Indoor/Outdoor Play Area , Fox Run for re-election, Newark will have • Ages 6 Weeks - 8 Years Shopping • March 19, 1980 • Elite Learning in English and Spanish 'I Center a city council election in only one • Pre-K & Kindergarten . Call for details. • State-of-the-Art Internet Viewing On Line Business project district this year. • Before/After School Program Incumbents Frank Osborne with Security System for Route 273 tabled • Multicultural Student Body Camp LELA and Karl Kalbacher are unop­ • Family-like Atmosphere • Discounts offered to Select Corporations Wanting more information posed in their reelection bids. Ages 5-12 on traffic and answers to other • Trained Staff • Transportation provided to Christina School "Exceeding Newcomers Garrett L. Wilson District Elementary Schools concerns the New Castle County and Christine Rewa will vie for Expectations" council tabled a resolution March Make an appointment today to visit our facility! 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OUILOOK Meet UD's mad scientist Doug Nixon By KAYTIE DOWLING rel?airs and creates custom instru­ Nixon said that he also ensures nesses fabricating and repair­ ments for faculty members and that the products being used are ing glass materials before land­ Learning NEWARK POST STAFF WRITER graduate students. safe and free of any kind of weak­ ing a job with the University of EEP within the base­ "Lots of people think its just ness or leak. Delaware were he has worked for ment of the University beaker and test tubes," Nixon Klaus H. Theopold is a profes­ sixteen years. His services are D said. "But it's not." Most of sor of synthetic inorganic chemis­ needed within eight to ten of the with the of Delaware's Brown Laboratory you what Doug Nixon makes is cus- try whose students work with large Delaware's departments, and his will find a room work is well appre­ experts similar to that of a ciated by faculty and students. By JO MERCER mad scientist's lair filled with elaborate Having glass- blowers at a univer­ SPECIAL TO THE NEWARK POST glass instruments with complicated sity is not an odd thing. Nixon said ARDENING continues joints, valves and coils. Under a thin, that most of the uni­ Gto hold the number one versities across the spot as a leisure activity long flame a man works a large piece nation with good among Americans. Many gar­ research and devel­ deners got the gardening bug of glass, heating it until it is the right opment and chem­ as they spent time growing istry departments up in the flower bed of their temperature to work with. Once' the usually have a glass­ granaparents or other fondly blower. remembered people from their glass is hot enough the man melts a As a glassblow­ childhood. pr for a university, Many others would like thin rod of Pyrex, a glass strong enough Nixon said he enjoys to know a lot more about the one on one rela­ caring for their flowers and to withstand cool­ ing without break­ tionship that he has vegetables, with his customers. or even how 'Outlook' ing, to the side of is a weekly the large apparatus. .tie said that he is to get started, able to openly talk but didn't feature As he pulls the thin prepared rod away the glass Doug Nixon is the master behind the functional and intricately designed glass pieces used by "lith his clients to have a men­ by the New the chemistry department at the University of Delaware. insure that they are tor to bring stretches like clear Castle caramel and the man pleased with their them along. County tom glass apparatus needed for 4xl2-foot glass vacuum line. "My instrument, and if they are not he A friend Cooperative skill fully molds the glass to the side of the instrument into the specific experiments within the students manage to break pieces is able to adjust their apparatus to laughingly Extension department of Chemistry and all the time!" Klaus said. "Doug their needs. mentioned the Service shape of a hook. This man with, thick dark shades protecting his Biochemistry. When a faculty keeps it in working order." "I can go up to the lab and see other day that member or graduate student Nixon said he fell into glass­ how it's being used and make she wished she had paid more eyes from the bright light and any other possible hazard, is no needs specific materials for an blowing when he went to Salem suggestions so that next time we attention when she spent sum­ experiment they usually come to Community College for televi­ can improve it," Nixon said. mers on her aunt and uncle's evil genius with plans of world domination. He is the University Doug with the design. sion radio repair. "I wasn't really Professor Klaus Theopold farm. What a lost opportu- "Next horror show you look enjoying what I was doing and I said, "he is good at what he does, nity to learn at the side of the of Delaware's master glass tech­ nologist, Doug Nixon, who is at, look at the mad scientist lab ended up taking an ornamental he tries hard to help whenever experts! with the coils the bubblers and course in glassblowing," Nixon possible, and he is the nicest guy. I had a chance to attend the merely modifying an instrument so that it can be better used within things like that -that's what we said. Doug took the ornamental [I] Wouldn't know what to do Philadelphia Flower show last do," Nixon said. course in glassblowing over the without him." week and browse the huge gar­ the laboratory. Doug Nixon is the fulltime Nixon receives anything from summer and liked it enough to For more information on dening book display. Although larger broken glass instruments in study scientific glassblowing. Doug Nixon or the University it's getting better, many gar­ glassblower for the University of Delaware's department of need of repair, to designs for fab­ Since his training Nixon said of Delaware's Glass Shop, visit dening books are still written ricating complex glass apparatus. he has worked in various busi- www.udel.edulchemIGlassShop. in the context of those rarefied Chemistry and Biochemistry and climates (such New England or the West Coast) with mod­ erate temperatures and low humidity. Now, just how applicable do you think those Hand-made paper discs are unique works of art recommendations would be for the summertime conditions ROM a few steps away, you An exhibition of the discs, some discs are imbedded with or fabric swatch, for example. of the mid-Atlantic region? In Fmight think they are hand­ made by California pottery shards or found And because they are made of an effort to compensate, some painted ceramic plates, sculptor Doug objects. After drying, paper, the discs are a very cost­ authors seem to err on the side maybe from Italy or Spain. Some Maxwell, is cur­ they are painted effective way to decorate a large of being too general to be of look antique, and others have a rently on display and sometimes blank wall space. The base price practical use, especially for more contemporary feel. Then through March decorated with of a 21-inch disc is $215, and cus­ novice gardeners or people the gallery owner takes one off 31 at Creations gold and silver tom colors or imbedded objects arriving here from other parts the wall and tosses it into the air Gallery, 451 leaf. add only $10 to $60 to the cost, of the country. These a few like so much pizza dough. Hockessin "One mar­ depending on the degree of dif­ of the reasons the New Castle John Sherman, owner of Comer. velous thing ficulty. It's quite an inexpensive County Master Gardeners have Creations Gallery in Hockessin, Maxwell about Doug's way to get a unique work of art been so successful in reaching enjoys the gasps that usually fol­ begins with work," says for your home." thousands of people over the low. "These discs are actually pure cotton lint­ Sherman, "is that For more information, contact past 19 years--they know their hand-made paper and weigh only er fiber, blended he can customize Creations Gallery at 235-2310 stuff about how to deal with a few ounces," he laughs. "They with water and cast the colors to match or visit www.creationsgallery. are a remarkably versatile way to on hand-made forms. a customers specific com. Hours are Monday through See OUTLOOK, give a room visual, impact.", , During the drying process, needs, based on a paint chip Saturday 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. g. ,. . • f I •

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By KAYTIE DOWLING James Moore. "But this program ful fundraisers. In particular, the hit home with us. In the NAWC annual Pancake Breakfast and the NEWARK POST STAFF WRITER nobody gets paid. All of the Spaghetti Dinner, both held at the money goes to people who need Newark Senior Center, brought ow many shoes can it, and that is a basic principle for in a lot of support. But this dona­ H $2,500 buy? That's the the Lions Club." tion was made. especially large question that the Newark Eugene Zaborowski, NAWC's because the Lions donated money Lions Club asked the Newark president, said the group is able that was raised in past years, too. Area Welfare Committee. And to make nearly 100 percent of its "We had a couple of very suc­ when the group heard the answer- funds go directly to its cause by cessful years where we couldn't 52 pairs - they knew the NAWC's keeping costs down. find a group to spend all of the Shoe Program was the right fit. "We have no real overhead," money we raised," Moore said. So on Tuesday, March 15, he said. "We have no paid mem­ "It was getting ridiculous. The the Newark Lions Club wrote bers. The Copy Maven helps money wasn't doing any good sit­ out a check for $2,500 to the us print our fliers. Shamrock ting in our bank account. So this program. The donation will help Printing gives us envelopes and year, we decided we had to find outfit Newark's most deserving the city helps us with other costs. something." children with sneakers, boots or Unfortunately, Uncle Sam does Now, the donation is going to any other kind of footwear that not give us stamps for free. If that good use. It's keeping some of they need. happened, then we wouldn't have Newark's tiniest toes warm and Newark Area Welfare Committee president Eugene Zabarowski "There were a lot of good any costs." safe, a very worthy cause indeed. accepted a $2,5000 check from the Newark Lions Club on Monday, programs in the area that we The Lions Club was able March 14 to help support the Shoe Voucher Program. The money will considered making this donation to make such a large donation fund the purchase of 52 pairs of shoes for area children. to," said Lions representative because of a series of success-

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BREAKFAST SERIES 7:15 a.m. Orion Sarnuelson, DEFENSIVE DRIVING ONE·DAY COURSE 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Class will FRIDAY Agricultural Services Director of WGN Radio, will earn 10 percent reduction on car insurance. $30. Delaware Safety Council, 3 speak. $10. Modern Maturity Center, 1121 Forrest Old Barley Mill Rd. Info., 654-7786. Ave., Dover. Info., 831-2504. SoUIFUL CAMPFIRE ACOUSTIC JAM 7 -9 p.m. Bring your instrument and join local musicians around the • Sunday, March 20 campfire. All instruments are welcome as long as SoUNDS BOOK SIGNING 2 -4 p.m. Thomas "Hollywood" H~nderson will sign cop­ they are acoustic. $2. Brandywine Creek State Park. ies of his book "In Control: The Rebirth of an NFL Legend." Borders Books 655-5740. Recording artist and Music. Info., 217-363-2072. Michael Tolcher 18 RAIN, RAIN, GO AWAY Also on Saturday, March FLOWER AND PLANT SALE 12 - 4 p.m. Delaware African Violet Flower 19. Rain, snow or shine, come learn about the will bring his and Plant sale. Boscovs, Christiana Town Center, Route 273. Info., 838-5278. weather. Brandywine Creek State Park. Info., 655-5740. melodic, soul· CONCERT 8 p.m. Wind ensemble. $3-10. Loudis Recital Hall, Amy E. du PIANO CONCERT 2:30 p.m. Ann Schein will present a concert as part of ful sound to the Pont Music Building, Arnstel Avenue and Orchard Road. Info., 831-2577. the Boyer College of Music and Dance 2005 Spring Concert Series. Verizon Stone Balloon on Hall, Kimmel Center, Philadelphia. Info., 215-893-1999 or visit www.temple. Saturday, March edu/boyer. 19. Doors open at • Monday, March 21 LIVE MUSIC AT HOME GROWN CAFE 7 - 10 p.m. Bill Belcher, a fla­ 7 p.m. Tickets are PROGRAM PRESENTATION 7 p.m. Friends of the White Clay Creek mingo guitarist, will perform live. Home Grown Cafe and Gourmet to Go, 126 $10. This event is sponsor "Delaware ~iedmont Geology- What's Holding Up Them Thar Hills?" E. Main St. Info., 266-6993 or visit www.homegrowncafe.com. all ages and alco· Free. Open to all. Newark Library, 750 Library Ave. Info., 239-2471 or visit LONGABERGER BASKET BINGO Doors open 6 p.m., games begin 7 p.m. hol·free. For more www.whiteclayfriends.com. Sponsored by Ladies Auxiliary. Mill Creek Fire Company, 3900 Kirkwood information, call SATURN AND THE CASSINI MISSION 8 p.m. General public invited. Hwy. Cost is $20 for 20 games. Door prizes, raffles and snack bar available. 368·2000. Admission by reservation only. $15. Mt. Cuba Astronomical Observatory, 1610 Info., 994-6361. Hillside Mill Rd., Greenville. Info., 654-6407. EGG HUNT 10 a.m. Walking-2 years, 3-4 years. 10:30 a.m. 5-6 years, 7-9 TEACHER RECRUITER CONFERENCE 2 -8 p.m. Features recruiters years. All children should bring a basket. Carpenter Recreation Area, White from Delaware schools. Teachers interested should bring plenty of resume Clay Creek State Park. Info., 366-7033. BINGO·A·GO·GO 6 p.m. Benefits AIDS Delaware, Delaware Pride, and the copies. Must pre-register. Bob Carpenter Center, S. College Avenue. Info., FAMILY EGGSTRAVAGANZA 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Crafts, activities and games Rainbow Chorale of Delaware. $12 in advance. $15 at the door. Mill Creek 831-8570. for all ages. $5 (additional $3 non-Newark resident fee for first family mem­ Fire Hall, Kirkwood Highway. Info., 652-6776. CONCERT 7:30 p.m. Temple Symphony Orchestra and Combined Choirs will ber). George Wilson Center. Info., 366-7033. IKEBANA VARIATIONS 9:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. You will make an Ikebana using present a concert as part of the Boyer College of Music and Dance 2005 Spring CONCERT 8 p.m. Bonnie Rideout, one of the finest fiddlers of our time, techniques above the basic level. Pre-registration required. $119. Longwood Concert Series. Verizon Hall, Kimmel Center, Philadelphia. Info., 215-893- will perform music of Scotland. $17 general public. $12 faculty staff, alumni, Gardens, Route 1, Kennett Square. Info., 610-388-1000 ext. 507 or visit www. . 1999 or visit www.temple.edulboyer. senior citizens. $5 children. Mitchell Hall, UD Campus. Info., 831-8741. longwoodlearning.org. DEFENSIIVE DRIVING COURSE PT. I 6 -9 p.m. Class will earn 10 LOOKING EAST 5 -8 p.m. Runs till March 24. This abstract art exhibit by ARTS AND ANTIQUES SHOW 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Saturday, March 19. 11 percent reduction on car insurance. Course is a total of six hours long. Part II Linda Ford was inspired by a recent trip to China. Free. Station Gallery. 3922 a.m. - 4 p.m. Sunday March 20. Over 70 local artists will present exhibits and will follow on March 31. $30. Hockessin Public Library, 1023 Valley Rd. Info., Kennett Pike, Greenville. Info., 654-8638. sell work. $5. Hagley Soda House, Hagley Museum, Route 141. Info., 658- 654-7786. . OVER AND UNDER: PAINTINGS BY N.C. WYETH 9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. 2400 or visit www.hagley.org. Runs till May 8. This exhibition explores the artist's practice of reworking and SPRING EGG HUNT 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Entertaiment, food, costumed char­ reusing canvases. $8 adults. $5 seniors, students with ID, children 6-12. Free to acters and more will be on site. Delcastle Recreation Area, McKennas Church • 'fuesday, March 22 children under 6. Brandywine River Museum and Environmental Management Road. 395-5659. BERRY GOOD TIME 7-9 p.m. Learn the basics of growing strawberries, Center, Route I, 141 Chadds Ford. Info., 610-388-2700 or visit www.brandy­ FLOWER ANn PLANT SALE 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Delaware African Violet blueberries and raspberries. $15. Fischer Greenhouse Laboratory, Townsend winemuseum.org or www.brandywineconservancy.org. Flower and Plant sale. Boscovs, Christiana Town Center, Route 273. Info., Hall. Info., 831-1355. 838-5278. CREATING A BEAUTIFUL AND FUNCTIONAL WATER GARDEN 6 - • Saturday, March 19 PARENTING CONFERENCE 8 a.m. Workshops run throughout the day and 9 p.m. Come learn the basic elements required for a closed re-circulating pond . cover a variety of topics. $28 adult full day. $18 adult half-day. If both spouses Two sessions, Pre-registration required. $119. Longwood Gardens, Route I, GIRL SCOUT SALE 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Young Girl Scout entrepreneurs will be attend, receive 50% discount on one admission. $10 child full day. $6 child selling unique hand crafted gifts. The Marketplace, Newark Girl Scout Council, half-day. $30 family. Christiana High School, 190 Salem Church Rd. Info., EVENTS, 11 ~ 501 S. College Ave. Info., 456-7150 or visit www.girlscoutchesapeake.org. 733-0973. See

Info.,994-1837. . Singing group. Listeners and new members 737-3544 . MHA DEPRESSION SUPPORT GROUP welcome. New Ark United Church of ANXIETY DISORDER 6:15·7:30 p.m. STRENGTH TRAINING 9 - 10 a.m. 7 -9 p.m. Mondays. Support group spon­ MEETINGS Christ, 300 E. Main St. Info., 731-598l. Second & fourth Wednesday. Support group Mon.; 6:45 - 7:45 p.m. Tues. and Thurs.; sored by Mental Health Association in SCRAPBOOKlNG 7 -9 p.m. Tuesdays. sponsored by Menta! Health Association in 10:15 - 11:15 a.m. Wed. and Fri. Newark Delaware. Free. To protect privacy of mem­ Nursery, $2. Glasgow Reformed Delaware To maintain the privacy of mem­ Senior Center, 200 White Chapel Dr. Info., bers, meeting locations provided only with SCOTTISH DANCING 7:30 p.m. Presbyterian Church, Summit Bridge Road, bers, support group locations not published. 731·2336. registration. Info., 765·9740. Mondays. SI. Thomas Episcopal Church, Glasgow. Info., 834-GRPC. Info., 765-9740. FREE ENGLISH CONVERSATIONAL South College Avenue. Info., 368-2318. MS SUPPORT 4 -6 p.m. Tuesdays. NEWARK DELTONES 7 • 10 p.m. CLASSES 1 p.m. and 7 p.m. Mondays. TAI cm 2:30 p.m. Mondays or MS Society Headquarters, 2 Mill Rd., Wednesdays. New Ark United Church of Classes for English Conversation. Wednesdays; 11:15 a.m. Fridays. $20 per Wilmington. Info., 655-5610. Christ, 300 E. Main St. Info., 737-4544. MEN'S BREAKFAST 7:30 a.m. Registration required. Newark United month. Newark Senior Center, 200 White EATING DISORDER SUPPORT FAMILY CIRCLES 5:30 p.m. Saturdays. $5 donation goes to missions. Methodist Church, 69 East Main SI. Info., Chapel Dr. Info., 737-2336. GROUP 7 - 8:30 p.m. Fourth Tuesday. Free Wednesdays. Newark Senior Center. 200 Greater Grace Church, 30 Blue Hen Dr. 368-4942 or 368-8774. and open to the public. Trinity Presbyterian White Chapel Dr. Info., 658-5177. Info., 738· 1530. SIMPLY JAZZERCISE 5:30 p.m. • 'fuesday, March 22 Ch\lrch, Naaman's and Darley Roads, BINGO 12:45 p.m. Wednesdays. Lunch KARAOKE 8 p.m. - midnight. Saturdays. Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Wilmington. Info., 475·1880. available for $2.25 per platter at 11 :45 a.m. The American Legion of Elkton. Info., 410- Fridays. Newark Senior Center, 200 White STORY CRAFTS 10:30 a.m. Tuesdays. CANCER SUPPORT 6:30 p.m. Second Newark Senior Center, 200 White Chapel 398-9720. Chapel Dr. Info., 737-2336. For children 3-6. Program runs until May and fourth Tuesday. 405 SilversidelCarr Dr. Info., 737·2336. CHORUS OF BRANDYWINE 7:30 p.m. J3. The New Castle Public Library, 424 Executive Center, Wilmington. Info., 733- Delaware SI. Info., 328-1995. Mondays. Men's barbershop rehearsals. 3900. • Thursday, March 24 All welcome. MBNA Bowman Conference BUT YOU LOOK SO GOOD! 7 -9 ADULTS WITH ADIHD 7:30 p.m. Fourth DELAWARE ACCORDION CLUB 2 - 5 Center, Ogletown. Info., 655-SING. p.m. Fourth Tuesday. Grace Lutheran Tuesday. New Ark United Church of Christ, STORYTIME 10:30 a.m. Thursdays. p.m. Third Sunday. Meeting for an open mic GUARDIANS'SUPPORT 6 -8 p.m. Church, Graves Road, Newport Gap Pike, 300 E. Main St. Info., 737-5063. Animal stories read by a lively storyteller. Hockessin. Info., 994-3897. . session. Open to the public. Bear Diner & Mondays. Meeting for grandparents and all UNSCHOOLERS & OTHERS 7 p.m. Near the Otter exhibit, Brandywine Zoo. Restaurant, Route 40 and School Bell Road those raising others' children. Children & NEWARK DELTONES 7:45 p.m. Fourth Tuesday. Parents meet. Group also Info., 571-7747. Info., 738-1378. Families First, 62 N. Chapel St. Info., 658- Tuesdays. For men who like to sing. New holds activities for home-schooled families. WOMEN'S DEPRESSION 7 • 9 p.m. 5177, ext. 260. Ark United Church of Christ, 300 East Kirkwood Library. Info., 322-5950. Thursdays. Support group sponsored by NEWARK ROTARY CLUB 6:15 - 7:30 Main St. Info., 368-3052. Mental Health Association in Delaware. p.m. Mondays. The Holiday Inn, RI. 273. DIVORCECARE 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. • Wednesday, March 23 Free. To protect privacy of members. meet­ FRJEN.DS OF THE KHL 10:30 a.m. Info., 453-8853. Tuesdays. Support group meeting. ing locations provided only with registra­ Ouest speaker David Singleton. All ate wel­ NCCO STROKE CLUB Noon. Mondays. Evangelical Presbyterian Church, 308 DIVORCECARE 7 p.m. Wednesdays. tion. Info., 765-9740. come. Community meetiDg room, KUtwood The Jewish Community Center, Talleyville. Possum Park Rd. Info., 737-7239. Separated/divorced people meet. Praise Bighway Library. (ro) Kirkwood Highway. Info., 324-4444. SWEET ADELINES 8 - 10 p.m. Tuesdays. Assembly, 1421 Old Baltimore Pike. Info., See MEETINGS, 11 ~ www.ncbl.com/post! MARCH 18, 2005 • NEWARK POST • PAGE 11 NEWARK POST .:. THE POST STUMPER

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DEFENSIVE DRIVING COURSE PT. II Jennersville, Pa. Info., 610-869-2140. Cecil County Department of Aging to develop ~ EVENTS, from 10 ~ MEETINGS, from 10 6 -9 p.m. Class will earn 10 percent reduc­ NEWARK MORNING ROTARY 7 - 8:15 potential and overcome fear of public speak­ tion on car insurance. Course is a total of six a.m. Thursdays. Meeting and breakfast. The ing. Public welcome. Check info desk for Kennett Square. Info., 610-388-1000 ext. 507 hours long. Following class from March 16. EVENING YOGA 6:15 p.m. Thursdays. Blue & Gold Club, Newark. Info., 737-1711 room location. Union Hospital, 106 Bow St. or visit www.longwoodlearning.org. $30. Floyd I Hudson Center, 501 Ogletown Class to encourage relaxation and improve or 737-0724. Info., 443-553-5358. Rd. Info., 654-7786. strength, balance, and peace of mind. $15 TEACHER RECRillTER CONFERENCE DSI THUMBS UP 7 - 8 p.m. Second & BRIGHT FUTURES I p.m. Second and 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. Features recruiters from per month. Newark Senior Center, 200 White fourth Thursday. Breast cancer support group. Chapel Dr. Info., 737-2336. fourth Thursday. Stroke support group meet­ several east coast states, California, and • Thursday, March 24 ing offering educational topics, peer support Medical Arts Pavilion 2, Christiana Hospital . more. Teachers interested should bring plenty BLUEGRASS/OLDTIME JAM 7:30 - 10 and guests who are experts in rehabilitative Info. , 733-3900. of resume copies. Must pre-register. Bob ANIMAL ADVENTURES 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. p.m. Thursdays. Any skill level welc\>me. services. Sponsored by Delaware Stroke COLONIAL STATES KNITTERS 7 p.m. Carpenter Center, S. College Avenue. Info., Workshop that is filled with fun-filled animal Bring your own instrument. St. Thomas Initiative. Free. New Ark United Church of Fourth Thursday. Limestone Medical Center, 831-8570. activities. $8 adults. $5 seniors, students with Episcopal Church, South College Avenue. Christ, 300 E. Main St. Info., 633-9313. Room 005, Limestone Rd. Info., 994-2869. ID, children 6-12. Free under six. Brandywine DIVORCECARE 7 - 8:30 p.m. Thursdays. TOASTMASTERS 7 p.m. Second and • Wednesday, March 23 River Museum, Chadds Ford, Pa. Info., 610- Separated/divorced persons meet. Southern .fourth Thursday. Greater Elkton chapter. 388-2700 or visit www.brandywinemuseum. Chester County YMCA, East Baltimore Pike, IMPROV CLINIC 1:25 p.m. George Rabbai org. will present clinic. Free. Loudis Recital Hall, UNIVERSITY ORCHESTRA CONCERT Amy E. du Pont Music Building, Amstel 8 p.m. $10 adults. $7 seniors. $3 students. Avenue and Orchard Road. Info., 831-2577. Loudis Recital Hall, Amy E. du Pont Music JAZZ ENSEMBLES I AND n 8 p.m. Building, Amstel Avenue and Orchard Road. 'George Rabbai will present emsembles. $10 Info., 831-2577. BlogForDelaware.org focuses on adults. $7 seniors. $3 students. Amy E. du Pont Music Building, Amstel Avenue and Registration Required Orchard Road. Info., 831-2577. local, nationa.l, international issues CONCERT 2:30 p.m. Roberto Diaz, viola, . 5K RUNIWALK 9 a.m. April 2. Event is and Andres Diaz, cello, will present a concert to benefit prograrn Prevent Child Abuse ELAWARE Treasurer subject, and there are thousands Newark High School, the Earned as part of the Boyer College of Music and Delaware. Preregister till March 31, $16 DJack Markell recently of such sites on the internet. Tax Credit, New Castle County Dance 2005 Spring Concert Series. Verizon adults, $12 students. May also register day of introduced his creation BlogforDelaware.org will be issues, Delaware's current fiscal Hall, Kimmel Center, Philadelphia. Info., race, $20 adults, $16 students. Wilmington of "BlogForDelaware.org" an highly focused on the issues of status and future, and more. 215-893-1999 or visit www.temple.eduJboyer. Riverfront. Info., 655-5288. online forum for the exchange of interest to Delawareans, and will "I hope BlogforDelaware will BRUCE ANTHONY AT HOME GROWN WINE AND ART SILENT AUCTION 5:30 social and political views of inter­ also handle subjects of national be a place for civil discourse on CAFE 8 - II p.m. Bruce Anthony will - 8 p.m. April 8. Newark Symphony Society est to Delawareans. Blogs are and international scope. The first a range of public policy issues," perform jazz music which has made him a will host event. Registration must be received an increasingly popular medium discussions on "BlogforDelaware. Markell said. local phenomenon. Home Grown Cafe and by March 31. $15 per person, $27.50 per cou­ for ordinary citizens to converse org" have to do with Delaware's The website's address is Gourmet to Go, 126 E. Main St. Info., 266- ple. Newark Country Club, 705 N. Country online with others on a given "Health Rewards" program, www.blogjordelaware.org. 6993 or visit www.homegrowncafe.com. Club Dr. Info., 737-1925.

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ON NOTE Deeper news understanding needed ECHNOLOGICALadVanC­ Google, Yahoo! and MSNBC." January 2001, he was Moscow es have sparked an infor­ T Hoffman's speech to UD bureau chief, a tour which later mation revolution that is students on Wednesday, March produced an acclaimed book, spreading democracy around the 2, was part of Global Agenda, "The Oligarchs: Wealth and world and threatening traditional Nostalgic UD's annual international affairs Power in the New Russia," pub­ sources of news, but there will speaker series and an undergradu­ lished in 2002. always be demand for journalists ate course in which students meet musical set who help the public understand From 1975-77, .Hoffman the ever-growing volume of news, practitioners in foreign policy and worked for the Wilmington News David Hoffman, assistant manag­ media from the U.S. and other Journal newspapers. From 1977- March 22 ing editor for foreign coverage at nations. 78, he was a correspondent for The Washington Post, said at the Hoffman predicted that Capitol Hill News Service in HE Frank and Yetta University of Delaware. the unstoppable technological Washington. In 1979-82, he was T Chaiken Center for advancement in "the golden age Washington correspondent for the "A lot of people say that news­ , Jewish Studies at the of information" will transform the PHOTO BY KATHY F. ATKINSON San Jose (Calif.) Mercury-News University of Delaware papers may cease to exist. It's David Hoffman ofThe Washington and economics correspondent for possible," Hoffman, a UD alum­ method of news delivery and that is cosponsoring a musi- far-flung, less-developed nations Post Knight-Ridder Newspapers. nus, said. "But, one thing that cal play, "Molly Picon's without a well-established press will be the same, you are going for Knight-Ridder Newspapers. Born in Palo Alto, Calif., Return Engagement," at 8 today eventually will use the to need more understanding, and He covered the White House dur­ Hoffman attended the University p.m., Tuesday, March 22, in Internet as their predominant or that means you still need journal­ ing the presidencies of Reagan of Delaware, and in 1994-95 the Loudis Recital Hall in only source of news. ism to go find that understanding. and George H.W. Bush and was was a senior associate mem­ the Amy E. du Pont Music a diplomatic correspondent in ber at St. Antony's College, Building, Orchard Road and You will need experts. You still Before his recent appoint­ need thinking people to sift the ment, Hoffman served as the Washington from 1990-92. Oxford. He is married to Carole Amstel Avenue, in Newark. Fleming Hoffman, a University A nostalgic look into the news, to look behind it, to tell newspaper's foreign editor since From 1992-94, Hoffman was narratives of what happened. You 2001. He joined the newspaper of Delaware graduate. They have vanished world of Yiddish the newspaper's bureau chief two sons and live in Maryland. theatre, the musical by prize­ are not going to get that in the in 1982 after covering Ronald in, Jerusalem. From 1995 until winning playwright Sarah world of data storm: The world of Reagan's presidential campaign Blacher Cohen tells the story of Jewish actress Molly Picon, who was known at the height of her career as "the OZones at UD connect with laptop users Yiddish Helen Hayes." The March 22 perfor­ NIVERSITY of Delaware A summer upgrade boosted the The Scrounge in mance stars Renee Matthews U students, faculty and staff maximum network speed from 11 the Perkins Student and Gerald Bailey, who have who use portable comput­ megabits of information per sec­ Center also is a pop­ performed the play to stand­ ers are enjoying the convenience ond to 54 megabits per second, ular spot for students ing ovations across the coun­ and mobility afforded by UD's more than 100 times faster. than and faculty who like try and in Canada. growing number of wireless standard 56kbps dial-up modem the idl(a of using a The performance is free access, or "OZone," locations. Internet connections. laptop outside the and open to the public. 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'\ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ ) \ \ \ \ \ \ ,\ \ www,ncbLcom/post/ MARCH 18, 2005 • NEWARK POST • PAGE 13 DaimlerChrysler launches scholarship Kowalski said. "We need a ship programs. DaimlerChrysler Wilson, a senior in the engineer­ High school students skilled workforce to keep the was one of the founding organi­ ing department. "The scholar­ in auto industry If 1'1 plant going. Today it has become zations of DCF in 1986. ships will help set expectations very technical." Students at the vo-tech high they clm reach." targeted as recipients The scholarship fund will be school were pleased to hear of the The dignitaries then toured administered by DCF, a non­ availability of scholarship dollars Hodgson's auto shops where they By ROBIN BROOMAll profit, philanthropic community targeted to their needs. saw students working on vehi­ organization which manages "This will give more students cles donated annually by both NEWARK POST STAFF WRITER more than 500 charitable funds, a chance to experience the col­ DaimlerChrysler and General including more than 40 scholar- lege atmosphere," said Brandon Motors. EWARK'S Daimler­ N Chrysler Assembly Plant continues to support the automotive nrn,ri •• "+,, Delaware community with the • Must be Delaware resi­ formation of a new $200,000 dent scholarship fund that will provide 20 $1,000 scholarships annually. • Not..oldertlJaI123 years On Monday, March 14, Plant of age Manager Charles Kowalski was • At least 2.75 GPA joined by Gov, Ruth Ann Minner, • Possess I~adershjp trt:\its Greg Johnson, of Delaware • Demonstratefina.ncial Community Foundation (DCF), need and other dignitaries at Hodgson Applicati~n d~adline Aprjl!3Q,Y Vocational Technical High School, in Glasgow, to announce Students may apply each the scholarship fund that will year they (ire eligible. assist high school students who ApplIcations .are (lvalb: are interested in a career related able thtoug .,glJ to the design, engineering, manu­ schools and re facturing and repair of automo­ Community Foundation. tive products to further their edu­ For information, call 504- cation at a community college, 5222. trade school or university. Gov. Minner congratulated DaimlerChrysler for taking the good education if we expect you initiative to establish the fund, to make our future better." pointing out the need to provide "Set your goal, reach for it. more opportunities for students You can achieve," Gov. Minner to further their education. said. "If you're going to succeed Kowalski, manager of more in life, you need to get as much than 2,500 employees in Newark, education as you can," she told said the Chrysler organization and a group of Hodgson auto tech­ its employees have been helping I nology students. She recognized the Newark community since the plant was built on South College the importance of having the DANDER TREATMENTJ'V very best doctors, surgeons and Avenue in 1950. anesthelogists. But without the Employees at the plant have plumber, pipefitter, electricians built everything from Army Dealing with cancer is difficult e and tradesmen, the profession­ tanks, to cars, trucks, and now the als would not be able to do their Durango. But Kowalski praised Having it threaten your life savings and jobs, she said. the work force for the success of "Everything you do in the the plant and their giving back to livelihood can make it a serious personal automotive field helps us get to the community. our jobs," the governor said. "It is "It didn't happen . without crisis. That's why we've created a new our responsibility to you to get a good people with good skills," cancer treatment program. It's been designed to help people who don't have insurance and aren't e.ligible for Medicaid. The Delaware Cancer Treatment Program may help you pay for cancer treatment for a period of one year if you meet the requirements.

You're eligible if you:

• Are a Delaware resident

• Have been diagnosed with cancer on or after July 1, 2004

• Have no comprehensive health insurance

NEWARK POST PHOTO BY ROBIN BROOMALL • Have a household income that meets Gov. Ruth Ann Minner and Newark Assembly Plant Manager Charles qualification guidelines (For example: Program Kowalski met with, from left, Donald Bouchelle, Doug Greenawalt for a family of four your income must and Brian Harbaugh, tenth graders at Hodgson Vo Tech High School, be less than $122,525) after announcing the DaimlerChrysler Scholarship fund. Minner said DElAWARE HEAI.IH she has always supported Delaware's automotive industry by driving AND SOOAL SERVICES e Division oj Public Health. vehicles manufactured in the state. The students were working on two Durangos donated by the New.ark plant. , ., .,. '. , . , , ,

I 1- J -, .. , ,?·.. irJ~~3· Jj '1,111. j< v, Cv'LH' ~~~:~ ';~~;, ~r~-r-- ~r--~----r~--~- PAGE 14 • NEWARK POST • MARCH 18, 2005 737 -0724 • Fax 737-9019 NEWARK POST .:. OBITUARIES Stephen McGowan Conduct Medal, Purple Heart, Ultimate Army Commendation Metal, Stephen McGowan died in Army Achievement Medal, Army combat action March 4, 2005, Service Ribbon, and Global War in Ramadi, Iraq. Mr. McGowan on Terror Expedition Medal. A For Mind, was serving as a combat medic Bronze Star will be awarded for the Scout Platoon assigned to posthumously. the 2nd Brigade combat team of A graduate of St. Marks High Body the 2nd infantry division, head­ School and Wilmington College, quarters of the 1st battalion, 9th he was a fonner employee ofW.L. Infantry. from Fort Carson, Colo. Gore & Associates of Newark. He earned a parachutist badge at He is survived by his mother, the U.S. Army Airborne School Bobbie Ann McGowan; his sister, and served for approximately 15 Michaela McGowan; his father, months with the 2nd Infantry Fran DiDomenicis; his grand­ Division near the DMZ in Korea. father, Col. Stephen A. Farris, He volunteered to join his unit's Jr.; his grandmother, Millie 2nd Brigade Combat Team and DiDomenicis; and his many arrived with the unit in Kuwait. aunts, uncles, cousins, and many, Authorized Dealer of: Within a few weeks, he deployed many friends. Coleman Spas to Ramadi, about 45 miles west California Cooperage Spas AMass of Christian Burial was DA C' BordicHotTubs of Baghdad. Before return­ to be offered at Corpus Christi S.l-~ Patriot Above Ground Pools ing home, he was awarded the Church on Monday, March 14 . _~~~~:~ Connelly Billiards Global War on Terrorism Service n Is Be Billi' d Finnko Saunas The committal with full mili­ cOO ar S Northwest Gazebos Medal, the National Defense tary honors was to take place 166 S. Dupont HIghway SUite 200 302-322-5252 Service Medal, the Korean New Delaware 19720 Defense Service Medal, Good See OBITUARIES, 15 ~

Services: 8:00,9:30 and 11:15am 69 East Main Street This most important day of the Newark, DE 19711 Christian year will find us together 302.368.8774 celebrating the Resurrection www.newark-umc.org and Triumph of the Lord. Calvary Baptist Church 215 E Delaware Ave· Newark· 302-368-4904 Rev. Bruce Martin, Sr. Pastor· Rev. Carol West, Minister/Christian Education rit-6t pt-e66'1tet-ip"ft,. e4ut-c-4. Palm Sunday, March 20th: Maundy Thursday • Sunday School ...... 9:15AM March 24, 7:30 p.m. Communion / Service of Darkness • Worship Service ...... 10:30AM Easter Mornin&:. March 27 Maundy Thursday. March 24th: 7:30a.m. • Dinner ...... 6:00 PM Handicapped Accessible Sunrise Communion Service in the Nursery Available • Tenebrae Service ...... 7:00 PM American Baptist Church Remembrance Garden Easter Breakfast 8:15 - 10:30 a.m. Memorial Hall West. CALVERT REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH Senior High UPY preparing and serving. Extends an Invitation to Celebrate Holy Week Services with Us! A free-will offering will be received. Palm Sunday March 20 - 9:30AM Sunday School Celebration of the Resurrection 10;30AM Worship Service "What is The Death Christ Died?" 8:45 a.m. - An Intimate Gathering Dr. Clinton Foraker 11:00 a.m. - Includes combined children's Good Friday March 25 - 7:00PM"And Can It Be" Dr. Milton Fisher Special Music - The Male Chorus from Quarryville Home ( US" \ and adult choirs, bells and brass ensemble Resurrection Sunday March 27 - 9:30AM Sunday School REv. DR. STEPHEN A. HUNDLEY, PASTOR 10:30AM Worship Service "If Christ Be Not Risen" Dr. Clinton Foraker REv. D. KERRY SLINKARD, ASSOCIATE PASTOR Special Music L 292 West Main Street, Newark, DE 19711 Meeting at the Calvert Gr~&e Hall (1 mile east of Jet 273 & 272) I~ (302)731.5644 • www.firstpresnewark.org \ \ \ , \ \ , \ \ \, Qr, c:4tlto~ S. ·Foraker, fa&tor · ,'" "(',

, , \ '\ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ '\ ).,'o i .' \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \, \ \ \ \, ,,\ \ \" .... \ "I 't \ \ \ \, \\ \ \, \ \ i \ \ \ \ \ \ \ ,\ \ \ \ \ www.ncbl.com/post/ MARCH 18, 2005 • NEWARK POST • PAGE 15 She was a self-taught studio ist at the University of Delaware, husband Jeff, of Elkton; her son • Additional local obituaries are ~ OBITUARIES, from 14 artist, illustrator, graphic designer working first in the College of David, and his wife Elizabeth, posted each week on the Newark - and photographer. She designed Agriculture's communications of Delhi, N.Y.; and six grand­ Post web site. The web address in Arlington National Cemetery, the cover and interior of a book, office and later in the school's children. appears at the top of every right­ Arlington, Va., on Tuesday, "The Journalist's Craft." Her office of Visual Media Design. A funeral service was sched­ hand page. Obituaries of the fol­ March 15. paintings, photographs, poems She retired from the University uled for Saturday, March 12, lowing persons will be posted. and stories appeared in various in 2000. at Baldwin United Methodist Gloria J. Bovankovich Anna Jean Jackson periodicals. She is survived by her husband Church. Catherine A. D'Auito Mter 18 years spent manag­ Dennis; her sister Terri Ferrell Burial was scheduled to be in Richard Howell Anna Jean Jackson, 62, of ing an in-home beauty salon, she and brother Harvey Farrell, of Cherry Hill Methodist Cemetery. Anna Jean Jackson Newark, died on Tuesday, March became a professional photog­ Sylvester, W.Va.; sister Sandra In lieu of flowers, the fam­ Sumiko McCall 8, 2005 at home. rapher and manager of Arehart Ferrell Stevens, of Franklin, ily suggests contributions in her David Michael Harman Mrs. Jackson was born in Stephen McGowan Photography Studio in Elkton. Ohio; sister Rebecca Ferrell memory be made to Delaware Rafael Acosta Orgas, W.Va. and graduated from For 14 years she was employed Hutchinson, of Omaha, Neb; her Hospice, 3515 Silverside Rd., Della Jones Sherman High School. as a photographer and graphic art- daughter Marcia Powers, and her Wilmington 19810. Sarah Staropoli

You are always ¢ ~6enezer welcome at 'United 'Methodist Church White Clay Creek Presbyterian Church PLEASE JOIN US FOR OUR EASTER SERVICES Polly Drummond Hill Road at Kirkwood Highway PALM SUNDAY, 8:15 and 11am - Worship Service "Passion Drama" MARCH 20TH 9:30am - Contemporary Praise Service Maundy Thursday 7:30pm Thurs, March 24 7:00pm - Holy Communion and Chancel Choir HOLY Friday, March 25 Noon - Cross Walk / end at Ebenezer 3:00pm WEEK Friday, March 25 7:00pm - Good Friday "Tenebrae" Service EASTER SERVICES Sat, March 26 Noon - 'Easter egg Hunt Contemporary 8:15am 6:30am - "Sunrise" Service 8:15 and 11:00am - Easter Worship Services Traditional 9:45 & 11:15am 9:30am - Contem!,or~ Praise Service Drummond Hill Road, Newark - (302) 737-2100 Pastor - New Ark United Church of Christ Red Lion United Methodist Church 300 East Main Street, Newark, DE (302)737-4711 near the intersection of Rts. 7 & 71 in Bear, DE Pastor David Weddington Palm Sunday S ~ P - We'll gather to share a meal and remember the story of Jesus' last meal with his disciples. Call the church office at (302)7374711 to sign up by Sunday March 20, 2005. rrt a 2'" .J.~' We'll gather in the sanctuary for a time of music, readings and meditation as we contemplate the sad and precious events of Good Friday. Su da arch 2 :e.r S U Easter Sunrise Service - 6:30am at Head of Christiana Presbyterian Church, 1100 Church Road, Newark, DE Ecwter Celebrao .3 a e Ark United Church The Rev. John M. Dunnack, Pastor Highway Word of Faith Ministries HOLY FAMILY (an extension of Highway Gospel Community Temple, West Chester, PA) CATHOLIC CHURCH March 27, 2005 15 GENDER RD., NEWARK, DE 19713 "He Has Risen 302-368-4665 Performed by the Christian Education Youth Program at 8:00am HOLY THURSDAY Easter Morning Celebration 9:00am EVENING MASS OF THE LORD'S SUPPER 7 PM All services located at Christiana High School NIGHT PRAYER 10PM 190 Salem Church Rd., Newark, DE Pastor Cart A. and Karen B. Turner GOOD FRIDAY For further information or directions call LAUDS9AM VENERATION OF THE CROSS & COMMUNION 3 PM LITURGY OF THE WORD 7 PM Risen Lor~1 HOLY SATURDAY Faith Lutheran Church LAUDS9AM Located 1 mile south on Rt.71 (Red Lion Road) from the Rt.72 intersection, Bear, DE BLESSING OF FOOD AT OURLADYOFGRACESOC~LHALL12PM Pastor: Mich.e. Thress•.• 302·834-1214 SOLEMN VIGIL OF EASTER -Sunday School 9:30a.m. -Worship Service 10:30a.m. (Summer 9:30a .m.) HOLY FAMILY CHURCH 8:00 PM -Nursery Care available

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Ursuline wins girls Middletown tops Caravel for title state title Big second half By JOE BACKER lifts Cavs to

NEWARK POST STAFF WRITER second straight championship Top-ranked Ursuline Academy soundly defeated By JOE BACKER St. Elizabeth's 68-51 Friday night in the championship NEWARK POST STAFF WRITER game of the Delaware High School Girls State Senior Sam Shipman scored Tournament before a sell­ 26 points and grabbed 11 out crowd at the Bob rebounds to lead Middletown to Carpenter Center in a 77-58 victory over Caravel Newark. Saturday afternoon in the title Freshman sensation game of the 2005 Delaware High Elena DelleDonne scored School Boys Basketball 35 points, and grabbed 15 Tournament at the Bob Carpenter rebounds, and senior Sarah Center. Williams added 13 points to Shipman was one of four lead the 25-1 Raiders to Cavaliers in double figures, as their second consecutive Sam Scott had 13, Paris Home state title. dropped home 12, and freshman DelleDonne was a per­ Jarrett Mann added 10 points for fect 11-11 from the free the contest. throw line. Her teammates The win marked the Cavaliers shot nearly 50 percent from second consecutive champi­ the field, and 30-percent onship, with Middletown defeat­ from long distance for the ing Salesianum last year 59-54, game. in a close and exciting contest. For the Lady Vikings, The Cavs finished this season it's "wait until next year", with a 26-1 record. despite a tremendous effort "These boys may not realize from sophomore Kadijah what they've accomplished here Rushdan, with 22 points today for quite a while, but win­ and 11 rebounds, and junior' ning back-to-back champi­ Angel Henderson, who onships is a remarkable feat, and chipped in with 14 points. something to be very proud of St. E's finished a great sea­ for the rest of their lives," said son with 21-5 record, Middletown coach Charles including three losses to the Robinson. Raiders. The Cavaliers lead 28-27 at the half, but broke open the tense Ursuline coach Sheila NEWARK POST PHOTO BY MIKE BIGGS DiNardo, the first female nail-biter in the third quarter. Middletown outs cored the coach to win a state title in Caravel's Will Rollins drives around Middletown's Paris Horne during the state championship game more than two decades, said Saturday afternoon at the Carpenter Center. See CROWN, 17 ~ this team had a very special chemistry from the first day of practice. "Every single player, from number one through fourteen, played Blue Hen women fall to Old Dominion their roles very well. They accepted their roles, and we to the Blue Hens in both of the America East Tournament title. answered with a pair of jumpers, just meshed in an amazing UD accepts bid teams' regular season meetings The Blue Hens jumped out to and nailed a third following a free way." said DiNardo. "We to WNIT this season, improved to 22-8 and a 35-28 halftime lead and main­ throw by sophomore guard Alena all had our goals and expec­ won their 14th consecutive CAA tained their advantage through Koshansky to put Old Dominion tations for the season, and I Shareese Grant scored a Tournament Championship to most of the second half. up 64-61 with 2:04 on the clock. think we reached all of our career-high 35 points and made a earn the league's automatic bid to Delaware led 58-50 with 6:53 Delaware answered as sopho­ goals and exceeded our game-clinching steal and lay-up the NCAA Division I remaining after senior forward more guard Tyresa Smith scored expections tonight," she in the final seconds as the sec­ Tournament. Delaware, which Tiara Malcom (Wilmington, and hit the ensuing free throw to added. ond-seeded Old Dominion had its five-game winning streak DE/Caravel Academy) hit a pair tie the game with 1:47 left, and Both teams came out women's basketball team defeat­ snapped to fall to 25-5, will hope of free throws but Grant hit a after another jumper by Grant, with plenty of intensity, sig­ ed top-seeded Delaware, 78-74 in for an at-large bid to the Big jumper, Tish Lyons added a free Smith converted another three­ naling the possibility of a overtime, in the Colonial Athletic Dance. The Blue Hens, who have throw, TJ Jordan nailed a three­ point play to put Delaware up 67- terrific championship game. Association Tournament now lost to Old Dominion in each pointer, and Tiffany Green con­ 66 with 57 seconds to play. The effort by Ursuline and Championship Saturday after­ of the last three years in the con­ verted a lay-up to quickly tie the Smith then blocked a shot by St. Elizabeth for all 32 min­ noon at the Patriot Center on the ference tournament including the game at 58-58 with 5:19 to play. Grant and hit one of two free utes did not disappoint the campus of George Mason 2003 final, made their only After senior forward Tiffany throws to give the Blue Hens a University. See URSULINE, 17 ~ NCAA Tournament appearance Young put Delaware back ahead The Monarchs, who had lost in 2001 after winning the with two foul shots Grant , 'f f .. I r r r 0; , I I;.. .. ,.. ~ ..... ,. .. www.ncbl.com/postJ MARCH 18, 2005 • NEWARK POST • PAGE 17 NEWARK POST .:. SPORTS - Women in third WNIT tourney Ursuline knocks off St. E within two at 26-24. But the ~ URSULINE, from 16 and seven rebounds. The 2005 joined by Lawona Davis of Old Raiders again picked up the pace ~ BLUE HENS, from 16 CAA Player of the Year also hit Dominion, Narissa Suber of record crowd. to pull ahead 37-27 at the half. 68-66 lead with 38 seconds left, 13-of-16 free throws and.has now Drexel, and Meredith Alexis of Early in the first quarter, "Our defense was the key to but Grant tied the game with a made a league record 531 foul James Madison. Grant was there were seven lead changes winning toriight," said Ursuline jumper at the 13 second mark . shots in her career. Smith also named the tournament's Most and two ties as the teams battled senior Cait Mullarkey. "We and, following a timeout, had a solid all-around game for Oustanding Performer for the for every inch of floor space. played them twice before, and Delaware could not get a final the Blue Hens, as she finished third straight year. Rushdan's long three just before we knew how they can go on shot off in regulation. with 18 points, eight rebounds, the buzzer cut Ursuline's lead to long scoring runs, so we boxed The Blue Hens struck first in three assists, and a game-high Hens in WNIT 21-17. out on defense, and we didn't overtime as Young converted a four steals. With 5:57 left in the second want to give them any extra three-point play, but Jordan Grant, who hit 15-of-19 shots quarter, Henderson nailed a shots on offense if we could responded with a three-pointer to from the field while adding seven On Sunday the Blue Hens accept­ three to draw St. Elizabeth to help it," she said. tie the game at 71-71 with 3:45 assists, scored 15 of the ed a bid to the 2005 Women's remaining. Young hit one free Monarchs' last 20 points, includ­ National Invitational Tournament throw for Delaware, but Grant ing the final 10 in regulation. (WNlT) and were to play host to Middletown wins again drained a jumper and later added Jordan was the only other Old St. John's University in this first a free throw to put the Monarchs Dominion player in double fig­ round game on Thursday night. built a slim 28-27 lead at the half. ~ CROWN, from 16 ahead 74-72 with 1:59 to play. ures with 11 points but hit just 3- The Blue Hens, who had been Caravel coach Tom Wiley said Smith hit one of two free throws of-12 shots from behind the arc. hoping for an NCAA at-large bid Buccaneers 26-12 as Shipman, he was proud of the way his team to bring the Blue Hens within Green finished with nine points but were snubbed by the commit­ Home, and Scott popped in shot performed for 32 minutes. one, but Shahida Williams and seven boards while Lyons tee, will be making their third after shot, and controlled the "We played well most of the drained two foul shots to make it pulled down a team-best eight. appearance in the postseason boards at both ends of the floor. game, but Middletown made a 76-73 game with 1:23 on the rebounds for the Monarchs, who WNIT tournament in the last four The Cavaliers defensive pressure some adjustments in the second clock. improved to 41-0 all-time in the years. also forced Caravel into several half and they were able to get Malcom was fouled and hit CAA Tournament. The Blue Hens (25-5, 16-2 costly turnovers, which kept the some quick baskets, and that one free throw with 37 seconds Delaware looked intent on CAA) are coming off their fifth Bucs from getting back into the turned out to be the difference," left to bring Delaware within ending that streak early on, as the 20-win season in the last six ,' game. said Wiley. two, and the Blue Hens had a Blue Hens used a 13-3 run to take years and are just one win shy of In the fourth quarter, the Caravel senior Jarrod Wright chance to tie with 10 seconds left a 28-17 lead with 6:42 remaining the school record for wins in a Cavs' continued to press ' on led his team with 19 points and when senior guard Julie Sailer in the opening half when Young season. Delaware reaches the defense and hit key baskets until seven rebounds, while teammate picked up a loose ball. However, nailed ·a jumper, The Monarchs post-season for the fourth time in the outcome became inevitable. Willie Fowler contributed 12 Grant immediately stole the ball twice got within five late in the the last five years under head "I want to compliment every points and eight boards in the los­ from Sailer and hit a lay-up in the period before Malcom hit a pair coach Tina Martin, the last time player on this roster," said ing effort. lane to put the game away. of free throws to give the Blue was a 65-47 loss in the postsea­ Robinson," Basketball is a team "It was tough to lose after "I thought we played a great Hens the seven-poi.nt halftime son 'WNIT to Saint Joseph's in sport, and it took every last one playing so well all season and game. Obviously, when you lose lead. . the 2002-03 season. of them from our first practice, to then reaching the title game, but in overtime to the 13-time Old Dominion closed within The Blue Hens are a perfect 2- study hall, all the way up to 'the we came up empty-handed," said defending champion, it's a great 38-35 at the 16:04 mark of the o vs. St. John's ·with the last win last buzzer, to ' win this champi­ Wright. game," Delaware ninth-year head second half, but Delaware coming in December of 2003 by on ship today," he said. "It feels great to win a,cham­ coach Tina Martin said. "We had answered with seven of the next a score of 59-44. In that game, Caravel broke out on top early pionship, and I'm going to enjoy our opportunities. We had some nine points to go up 45-37 with Liz Hayes led the way with 17 in the game, and led 14-12 after this one even more than I enjoyed good looks in overtime. I thought 14:15 remaining after freshman points while Tiara Malcom one quarter. The Buccaneers the last one, I can tell you .that, we rushed a little bit on our lay­ guard Melissa Czorniewy (right) knocked down 14 points continued to play well in the sec­ I'm definitely going to enjoy this ups when we got the ball inside. swished a jumper. The Monarchs and contributed nine rebounds. ond quarter, but began to wilt one, " said Robinson. Old Dominion deserved to win. twice pulled within four, the sec­ The Red Storm were led by the under Middletown's constant We had looks that we didn't fin­ ond time at 54-50 with 8:30 left, duo of Angie Clark and Kim defensive pressure, as the CaYs ish. My players played their but Young hit a jumper and MacMillan who scored 15 points hearts out; we just came up short. Malcom nailed two free throws . a piece. It's very disappointing." to put Delaware up eight before Young led Delaware with a Old Dominion' made its run. career-high 23 points and nine Malcom and Young represent­ rebounds off the bench, while ed Delaware on the All­ Malcom finished with 19 points Tournament Team and were

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that Justin governed "Ther~ are guys out there real­ ~ WAR, from 1 sends along. by logic," ly putting their lives on the line," But pack­ he said. he says. "Thank God there are three Newark residents affected ages take "If I was Marines because that's not me by the war. a month b e i n g and that's not what I did. There find their logical, were guys who came to my base way to her I never for rest and relaxation. Guys who doorstep. w 0 u 1 d saw their best friend get shot and OR Justin Bellman's moth­ Phone calls h a v e killed right next to them. And F. er, saying goodbye the day are allowed started they came to my base, where I her son left for Afghanistan every third smoking worked, for relaxation" wee k . again." was the hardest part. Just the idea Leamy, an E-5 Staff Sergeant, of walking through the door of Letters are Lucas, a rarity. a special­ spent the better part of five months their Poplar Avenue home with­ during 2003 in the United Arab out Justin seemed like an impos­ Somehow, ist in the what does Delaware Emerits. While there, it was his sible feat. job to oversee the food and meal "To be honest, him leaving get through Air is enough. National production for the base. Even if that day was like a death," she Leamy won't admit the job was said. "You don't know if you'll "He calls Guard, as much joined the strenuous, it was. It demanded ever see him again." 12-hour days every day of the Bellman is a First Lieutenant as he can," Guard for ...... she said. the same week. He and a team of three in the infantry division of the other men unloaded trucks of Marines. He is stationed at Camp "It keeps us reason food every afternoon in the 130- Blessing in Afghanistan, just a going until that most degree weather. By the end of his few miles from where NFL play­ the next students call." do - to tour, the 21-year-old was ready to er Pat Tillman died. come home. None of that makes it any eas­ But Kevin leamy, a physics student at the University of Delaware, spent the better help pay ier fot LuAnn Bellman to accept. LuAnn has part of five months during 2003 in and over the United Arab Emerits. for school. The day he boarded his home­ It's a daily struggle to deal with never been When he bound jet plane is forever etched not being able to fulfill her most one to dwell "Some of the kids drew clowns decided into his mind. But not because it to join, Lucas was doing double basic instinct to protect her son. on her fears. Instead, she diverts with guns. In their mind, that's' was the day he would leave the that nervous energy into some­ duty as a full-time student and But she knows it something she what the military is." base, or the monotony of the des­ has to learn to tolerate. thing positive, something sup­ Despite that youthful inno­ part-time inventory associate at ert, or even the day he would go Best Buy. "It's difficult," she said. "I portive. During Christmas, while cence, one child seemed to have home to see his then-girlfriend, always think about him." Justin was at work on Operation an incredibly mature view on the "I was struggling to pay for Melissa. What is forever burned Enduring .Freedom, LuAnn and school, busting my butt, -working She carries constant reminders situation. "One child wrote that into his memory is the expression more hours than I should have," of Justin. One, a pewter brace­ her coworkers endeavored on his dad doesn't approve of the of the other soldiers who were let engraved with his name and their own operation. They gath­ war," LuAnn explained. "But that he says. "And · a friend of mine going home with him. "Operation Enduring Freedom," ered toothbrushes, bars of soap, pointed out that she was in the it didn't matter because he, the "I got on that plane with 15 literally lets her weal" her heart on and letters of encouragement, boy, was proud of them for being Guard and they were paying for her sleeve. Another, a guardian which they shipped to troops in her tuition. I realized that would other guys, seven of whom went over there. It was great to get a over there with me, and I'm sit­ anger pin, sits close to her heart. Afghanistan to be distributed by child's view like that." solve a lot of my problems right "I will wear that every day of my Jason. there, so I went and talked to a ting in the cargo net, looking at life until he comes home," she Of all the items the group gath­ recruiter." their faces and not one of them promised. ered, it was the hand-drawn con­ That was August of 2001, was smiling," he said. "Everyone struction paper cards that Jason's just two months before the ter­ looked utterly, completely Until that day arrives, LuAnn HE Camel Turkish Gold finds solace in the. tiny mementos twin sister, who happens to teach rorist attacks on New York and exhausted. No one was excited the third grade, sent along that T between University of Washington D.C. that we were leaving." Delaware student Eric stands out the most in LuAnn's "When I saw that happen,. I Amid all of the blank faces, mind. The young students under­ Lucas' fingers looks out of place. had a pretty good idea right then His athletic build and soft voice Leamy sat in shock. The excite­ stood the basic concept that there that I would probably be sent ment of going home and eating were Americans abroad who were show no sigJ;l of the wear that goes out," he says. along with smoking. He has just real food and drinking a real fighting in a war, but what that But there is no resentment in beer was what the men had been really meant was lost on them. picked up the habit again after a his voice as he talks about his yearlong hiatus. Lucas won't say dreaming about for months. But They drew whatever was in their deployment, which begins April that he's started again because not one soldier looked happy to heads at the time, and that sense 4. of his deployment, but he hadn't head home. Slowly it dawned on of innocence was what hung with And while the dangers are him that everyone was fatigued. LuAnn long after the package bought a pack for 12 months until many in Iraq, he only has one had been opened. after he heard the news - eight to worry. "I had the same physical feel­ "It's funny because they don't 18 months in Iraq. "Do I have any fears other ings," he said. "I was tired and I really understand it," she said. "It wasn't a decision that was than the constant opportunity for was exhausted. But the anticipa­ random death? No, not really," tion ot: going home - that was he says. "I don't worry about fire there, too." fight, in my position I don't have And that was what put the lone to. But no matter who you are, smile on the plane. you have the opportunity to be EVERY FRIDAY­ randomly blown up." Now that Leamy is home, he MARTINI MADNESS He stays realistic about the is a changed man. There was danger, knowing fully well that a time when he couldn't have Now Accepting Reservations for any tour of duty in Iraq could cared less about politics. 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"We have continue to hit them with public week for trespassing on the CSX been working and will continue service announcement. We hope tracks. to work with local officials to that repetition will work. We're "I wouldn't say that we' ve increase safety in Newark." going to keep putting that infor­ Police out on St. Patrick's Day been increasing surveillance on One of those steps will hap­ mation out there." Area police, including conduct a checkpoint in the eve­ the tracks," said Lt. Thomas pen next Thursday as University However, this most recent Newark, will conduct a new wave ning hours of St. Patrick's Day. LeMin, traffic officer. "But we of Delaware, Newark Police and fatality drives home another point of Checkpoint Strikeforce, the In addition, Delaware State have been encouraging officers to CSX officials will meet to discuss - it's very difficult to keep pedes­ nation's first continuous border­ Police, New Castle County Police make more arrests when they do possible safety measures. trians out of intersections where to-border sobriety checkpoint ini­ and Newark Police will conduct find pedestrians on the tracks." Terry Ludban, a public safety trains cross. While the majority tiative. Delaware's three county­ roving DUI patrols. This unusually high rate of CSX rep- of Delaware's 47 miles of CSX based DUI Task Forces will each arrests came after Fairvalley Court resenta- tracks are removvd from public resident David M. Hardman, 47, tive said Police issue roads, intersections where tracks was killed by a CSX freight train the meeting and streets meet create a· unique on Friday, March 11 at 8:40 p.m. will explore citations for problem. The tracks overlap­ He was attempting to cross the ways to trespassing ping part of a city's infrastruc­ tracks at New London Road in remind the on tracks. ture become part of the city's Taxes online at www.nutax.com sidewalks and roadways, which an effort to reach his car. It is public that PAGE 2 _ E-file Federal Income Tax and State Taxes unknown if alcohol was a factor. . train tracks means increased pedestrian traf­ fic . . According to Newark Police, are too dan- Hardman was trying to cross the gerous to "It's a tough thing to engineer _ Free Tax Infor!f1ation intersection after the warning serve as shortcuts. out," Ludban explained. "You can For Professional Tax Help Call: 302-834-9357 gates had closed. "We know that we have the put lights, gates or an overpass The train's event data recorder materials, the tapes, the pam­ up, but if people ignore them, showed that the crew had sounded phlets, to educate people to stay what good have they done?" the train's hom before the cross­ off the tracks," Ludban said. "The Another idea that has been ing and was traveling below the question is how do we get more discussed is rerouting train traffic legal speed of 40 miles per hour. people to focus on it." around the city. This is the fourth train accident He said that success could depend on how frequently the "This is the idea that merits in Newark since September. It is the most attention," said Paul the second in as many weeks. message of "stay off the tracks" is delivered. Pomeroy, the sole candidate for the Newark City Council District "This is a lot like when you 1 seat. "But any effort that can want to get people to wear their educate the public of the dangers Wine & Dine event seatbelts more," he said. "How .that exist is important, too." slated for April 2

~ HOTEL, from 3 murals on the CSX bridge over B~AfIU Capitol Trail near Cleveland Avenue and McDonald's. DNP Administrator Maureen Small town living... city conveniences Feeney Roser said the project I. h-'O_e_ack. Oec.s-er-r:;g. OPEN 24 HOURS is out for bids a second time; 55+ Adult Community In Historic Smyrna, DE in the first round the lowest bid "Where your neighbors are your friends" exceeded monies available. ~.. EagleRJlJg~r WINE AND DINE DOWNTOWN: Prices Starting at $84,900 Ranch with 2 BR & 2 Baths 136 A. Elkton Rd. Newark ( Kinko's). 302-369-8600 Funk and Roser reported that 12 Newark restaurants and 11 COMMUNITY CENTER NOW OPEN! wineries are participating in the Small Town Setting· Close to Beach & Bay· 11 Models Available Saturday, April 2, event from 4 to 9 p.m. Patterned after the suc­ Open Friday through Tu esday· Closed W ednesday & Thursday cessful beer-centered promotion OOL AYING last summer and following the 302-659-5800 • www.bonayrehomes.com nFREEn success of Funk's "A Taste Of Pool Newark" in October, the DNP Party! hopes to lure residents of the region to Main Street. There they a $150 can sample wines, patronize the HODGSON CRAFT FAIR Value eateries, and stroll the downtown on the district. Roser said a trolley will Saturday, March 19th shuttle visitors between the partic­ ipating restaurants, a Downtown 9:00 - 4:00 302.834.0993 Newark Shopping Spree give­ away should draw tasters into Hodgson Vocational - Technical High School shops and stores, and the event will be heavily promoted and 2575 Glasgow Avenue advertised. Newark, Delaware 19702 UPCOMING EVENTS: While a date has not been set, the DNP (Near People's Plaza in Glasgow) will hosts its annual awards din­ ner in June. Planning for a second *Refreshments *Free Admission summertime "food and brew" event is underway. The hugely successful downtown car show Over 200 selected artisans will display last August will be repeated again only the ,finest of handcrafted items . • and planning has begun.

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EXECUTIVE. COUNCIL MEMBERS IN GLASGOW Police, land use, storm water top local concerns at 'listening' session here HEY came. They listened. the Glasgow High School caf­ budget to council, said his staff TTop New Castle County eteria. The latest in a series of has spent the early weeks of his . officials - including the public input sessions dubbed a administration "scrubbing" the new county executive and council "listening campaign" by county numbers and it appears that there president - got an earful Monday officials, County Executive Chris will be a $117 million budget night from local residents who Coons, Council President Paul deficit this fiscal year. sought increased police protec­ Clark and District 11 Council "I really welcome your input tion, preservation of undeveloped representative David L. Tackett on the balance of taxes versus land and a proactive approach to fielded questions and listened to services," Coons said, "If you do storm water management. the priorities of local residents. not want us to raise your taxes, About 120 Newark-Bear­ Coons, who assumed office tell us where to cut." Glasgow residents attended the Jan. 2 and is two weeks away Clark added, "Tonight is a dinner-hour forum March 14 in from submitting his first annual chance for you to actually tell us what you w~nt from govern­ ment." The 18 speakers delivered. Several residents sounded off about the county's efforts to acquire the LaGrange tract and the 1850 manor house that is listed on the national register of historic properties. County efforts to acquire the tract stalled as the price rose. Jim Dickey told officials that he had been attending meetings about the property for 18 months. "All (including county officials) agree that we can't afford to lose "The Cannin' of the Green" was the idea of a local division of a this land," he said, "so why did national organization of men of Irish descent, The Ancient Order of Hibernians, to help stock food banks in two local churches and cel­ -- Brunch Served the county stop wanting to pur­ ebrate St. Patrick's Day. Announcements were placed in Holy Family 10 am -1 pm chase it?" "We did try to buy it for $9 and St. John-Holy Angels parish bulletins seeking canned green Dinner Served vegetables, potatoes, Irish stews for the drive. The drive brought in 1 pm -10 pm million," Coons responded, but said he voted against a $13 just under a thousand cans and $151.86 in cash to buy food. "The Special Easter & million purchase. Such a high food and money donated in each parish will remain in that parish," Regurar Menus Available expenditure is not appropriate in said local AOH President Alfred G. Lawler of Newark. He continued, light of the county's current fiscal "Both pastors, Father Reissmann of St. John-Holy Angels and Father plight, he said. Angeloni of Holy Family, were very appreciative and hoped we will Speakers indicated the prop­ do' this every year. We Will!" Two members of Ancient Order of erty now is under sale contract to Hibernians, Division two of Newark, Ed Hageman (left) and Frank a developer. Quirk stock the shelves of a parish food bank with the nearly 1,000 Alan J. Muller, an environ­ cans they collected in their "Cannin' of the Green" drive. mental activist, said, "we would like to see the county take anoth­ cil must re-examine what keeps near the historic site of the only er shot at the preservation of this owners from redeveloping dilapi­ Revolutionary War battle in property," then added, "some of dated parcels. "We have to do Delaware. us will regard this as a test case" what it takes to re-use these prop­ "This area is being overrun by (of the Coons administration). erties," he said. traffic," Mr. Cooch said. He sug­ Now open: M. W. Andrews was one of Coons agreed and said he gested that a connector between several speakers who thanked the hopes to get the county to focus Rt. 896 and 72 be built on the Penny Hill Flower Shop officials "for efforts to restore on redevelopment. "We have to Newtown Road site to lure traffic Peter Angelos Salon & Spa faith in county government," then remove as many barriers to rede­ off Old Baltimore Pike near the asked what is being done to re­ velopment as possible," he said. historic bridge. Pistachio Gilts use old properties such as the The Cooch family indicated He also stated his opposition Pamela's Gourmet former Castle Mall on Rt. 72. its concerns of increased traffic to plans for a Royal Farms con­ Tackett said the county coun- on Old Cooches Bridge Road venience store at Rt. 72 and Old Dutch Touch Framing & Gallery Baltimore Pike. "Warehouses are more desirable" near Cooches Dunkin Donuts ANGELO'S Bridge and nearby Dayett Mills, Subway SOCCER CORNER he said. Royal Cleaners Flooding and storm water man­ agement concerns were addressed by several speakers. One resident Coming Soon: GOT NIKE? complained that rezoning cases Anemone Jewelers Air legen.d. Air Zoom Total 90 III. Vapor II and permit applications look sim­ ply at one parcel. "When it comes Citizens Bank to flooding, we need to look at ~1·ItItI4itI·]iimiltI·]jjl the larger picture, she said. HARR~B~~G , . ~A~~~TER . ~~~~~~I~!J_U_~~ _"!1~!t~t! 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NEWARK POST .:. BRIDAL My Wedding, My Way "We Love "Hiking and Outdoor Things" A vacation at a serene Rocky Mountain lodge persuaded marriage-shy New Yorkers Eileen and William to tie the knot. So to celebrate, they invited 60 of their closest friends on a four-day adventure of hikes, bonfires and hot springs - and a wedding, of course.

Text by Lisa Bertagnoli TRAVEL ADVISORY: "We Snow, for instance, ruined plans Photos by Laszlo Bencze realized that we might have to for a hike to the majestic change the schedule because of Takakkaw Falls, the second­ the weather, so we told people to highest waterfall in Canada. THE COUPLE: Eileen Michaels check back with us," Eileen and William Lee, both 40 says. "We didn't realize how REGRETS ONLY: The trip much that would be the case." See WEDDING, 22~ ' THE DAY: October 12,2003

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NATURALLY NATURAL: Voted Cecil's Best Twigs and berries intertwined Last3 Years with more formal flowers and orchids nestled in hollow tree trunks carried the outdoors motif to the indoor reception.

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NEWARK POST .:. BRIDAL "There'd be no place to warm up Faced with a service staff that ~ WEDDING, from 21 when we got there!" was friendly, but a bit laid-back, proved too time-consuming or Eileen vowed not to become a costly for some friends. For BEAR NECESSITIES: Close "hyper" New Yorker. "People those who did attend, Eileen encounters with massive animals have different timing and sensi­ simplified the trip by arranging are par for the course on wilder­ bilities and a sense of how carpools from the airport to ness jaunts. The hikers didn't things should run. And attention make the three-hour drive to the feel threatened by bighorn sheep to detail - it's just a different lodge. and "really big" elks, but the sensibility," she recalls. "They're sight of a far-off bear sparked a polite and they'll 'yes' you to CHANGES IN ALTITUDE: few jitters. "It was right before death." To cope, she ended up Eileen and William took their hibernation, and bears eat 32,000 "just going with the flow." attitude-changing vacation in the calories a day before hibernat­ summer, and planned events ing," Eileen says. "We started ROCKY MOUNTAIN LOW: based on the scenery they fell in singing songs and clapping and The elk steak entree was sup­ love with. Alas, "we didn't plan • that kept them away." posed to be served with foie well for how much snow there gras, but wasn't. Champagne would be when we hiked higher WHEN VEGAS BECKONED: was supposed to be poured up," Eileen says. "We had on "Pretty much everybody knew throughout the reception, but it any champagne." Eileen never RIES: "We just had a fortieth layers and layers but ended up we were imtdoorsy people who disappeared after. the toast. "I got a refund for the no-show foie birthday party for a friend who trudging in snow - we almost like to take crazy trips," Eileen kept telling people, 'can't some­ gras, either, "but I decided not to was in the wedding and people wanted snowshoes." They . says. "But there are always cer­ body just get us some cham­ go there," she says. were still talking about it," planned to end a hike on the tain people who think, you pagne?' Eileen says. "They'd say Eileen says. "Even the people Trail of Seven Glaciers at a cozy know, we're doing this to make 'yes, of course,' and I never got THANKS FOR THE MEMO- who didn't go were talking teahouse. When the hiking party it inconvenient for them. So a about it." Their wedding-day was almost up the mount~n, couple of times when we were JAMAICA • ANTIGUA • ST.WC.. • BAHAMAS • TURKS & CAICOS memories were well preserved they saw a group of people trying to make things easier, I by a Hungarian photojournalist heading down it. 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NEWARK POST .:. BRIDAL Kids and weddings: Toward a more perfect union Weddings are not only about when trying to accommodate we need to. Who's right? of the reception, leave your cere­ children at our reception. I'm the union of the bride and young guests, look at things You should always consider mony time where it is. But only having a difficult time coming up groom, they're about the coming from their point of view. What the comfort of all your guests you can decide what is the right with any ideas. Can you help? together of two families. It's. would a child find enjoyable? when planning a wedding, but choice. What child doesn't like to important to accommodate the While an evening of cock­ you should also stay true to the open presents? I encourage my needs of all of your guests, tails, dinner, dancing and great things that matter most to you. I'm having a hard time justi­ clients to put together little gift young and old alike. conversation may appeal to Your mother is right in the fact fying spending $50 a plate for bags for their younger guests, When the celebration many adults, it can be boring that for many children, dinner­ the children attending my recep­ and they are always a hit. includes children, the key point and tedious for kids. Think about time is much earlier in the tion, especially since they proba­ Start by going to a dollar to remember is that they are not creating a space at the reception evening, with bedtime usually bly won't like the food we're store and picking up brightly adults, they're kids. It may just for them. Set up a table and around 8 p.m. Schedules are so serving. Are there any other colored bags, crayons, coloring sound simple enough, but many provide coloring books, crayons important to young children and options? books, puzzles, fruit snacks, people expect children to act and a simple craft to work on. some kids tend to get irritable Most venues will offer a spe­ Goldfish crackers ... the list can with a maturity beyond their Hire a babysitter to read stories and restless as a late night wears cial children's entree - at a much go on and on. If you know the years ... at an event that's not set and play games. If your h~ll has on and on. Because of this, par­ lower price - for guests under children well, personalize their up with them in mind. By taking an extra room, set up a TV and ents may decide to leave the age 12. Ask your banquet man­ bag to fit their interests. For a small amount of time to con­ show a variety of Disney reception early in order to get ager what choices they offer example, a boy who loves trucks sider your younger guests' movies. If you have a hard time their children home at a more ... chicken strips and French fries would enjoy receiving a few needs, you can create an atmos­ coming up with ideas, talk to reasonable hour. are always a hit with the Matchbox cars. The gift bags phere that's festive, elegant and some of the parents and find out However, that doesn't neces­ younger crowd. I recon1mend don't have to be elaborate, but enjoyable for everyone. what their children would enjoy sarily mean that you should that you avoid entrees like they can work wonders in keep­ most. change the time of your wed­ spaghetti, since it can be a bit ing children entertained. I am having a traditional ding. As with anything, you need messier for small children. • Laura Davis,founder of hour-long wedding ceremony at I'd like to have a 6 p.m. cere­ to prioritize what is most impor­ Laura Davis Weddings, is a wed­ my church and several of my mony with the reception immedi­ tant to you and make your deci­ We've decided to burn CDs ding consultant in Berkley, Mich. guests will be bringing their ately following. All of my nieces sion from there. If it's very with our favorite songs as our Visit her Web site at www.davis young children. Do you have any and nephews are in the bridal important to you that the majori­ wedding favors, but would like weddings .com suggestions on how to keep them party and will attend the recep­ ty of your guests stay for most to give something else to the © Content That Works occupied during the service? tion. 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1 Head of Christiana NEWARK WESLEYAN CHURCH Presbyterian Church 708 West Church Rd. Unitarian ~~ ttt Newark,DE Svaff!aca( (302) 737-5190 . Baptist Church 1100 Church Road Universalist "Lighting The Way To The Cross" Presbuterian Church (PCA) Newark, DE "" Pastor James E. Yoder III 802-781-4169 Sunday School for all ages .9:30 a.m. Service 10 a.m. @ Feltowshlp of Christ Centered' Biblically Based Child Care & Newark Morning Worship ...... 10:30 a.m. Sunday School 420 Willa Rd. i Newark, DE Sunday WorshlplO:45 Rev. Christopher "Kit" Schooley, pastor Children's Church & Nursery Provided 9:30 Sunday School + + + + + Choir - Sunday ...... S:30 p.m. 308 Possum Park Rd., Newark Church School 9:30 AM Youth Meeting Sunday ...... 6:00 p.m. (302) 368-2984 Mid-Week Bible Study 302·737-2300 Morning Worship - HAM Topic: "Our UUFN Tapestry" www.epcnewark.com Nursery Available 'It Family Church With A Friendly Speaker: Tim Lewars 801 Seymour Rd, Bear, DE 19701 Highway Word of Our Redeemer Lutheran Church (302) 322-1029 Faith Ministries Carlo DeStefano, Pastor Schedule of Services (an extension of Highway Gospel ~ _C""'h_r.... l _· s__ t ...; I::~::~b~ ~1~~S 8:45a.m. Sunday School 9:45 AM Sunday Evening 6:00 PM Community Temple, West Chester PAl . E Childrens Sun School 10:OOa.m. Morning Worship 11 :00 AM Wednesday Prayer Meeting 7:00 PM Highway Word of Faith Ministries has outgrown their present location @ the Best assembly Divine Worship lO:OOa.m. (Nursery Provided for all Services) Western Hotel and have now moved to www.fairwindsbaptist.com Christiana High School for all services .. . 1421 Old Baltimore Pike Lenten Service Wed 7:30pm 190 Salem Church Road, Newark, DE Newark, DE Pastor Ed Thress Home of the Fairwinds Christian School I d "Pioneer Gospel Hour" Sunday: -5040 www.or c e.org COMCAST CABLE CHANNEL 28 (302) 737 THURSDAY 8 :00PM 8:00·9:00am Christian Education classes for all ages 10 Johnson Rd., Newark (near Rts. 4 & 273) S d S h I 9 15 "He Keeps Me Singing" 9:00am Sunday Morning Celebration un ay C 00 ...... : a.m. 302-737-61 76 Comcast Cable Channet28 Monday: Sunday Worship.10:00 a.m. &5:30 p.m, ..._____ ....;. ______~ ..... ---..:.:Th:.:..:u:.:.;rs::::d::;aY'-.:8::.::3::::0.:..:.PM:::...... --__1 6:00-9:00pm 'The Way Bible Institute' Wednesday: Wednesday Family Night...... ,7:00 p,m, 7:00·B:OOpm Bible Enrichment Class Adult Bible Study, Royal Rangers, Youth &Missionettes White Clay (r~ek Presbyterian Church Youth Tutorial Programs (~ngonalsamelime) Safe & Fun Children's Ministry at each service: Quality Nursery provided. Mailing Address: P.O. Box 220 SUNDAY SERVICES Bear, Delaware 19701-0220 Michael Petrucci, Pastor Ben Rivera, Assistant Pastor 8:30 am Traditional Worship Bert Flagstad, Visitation/Assoc. Pastor 9:145 am Sunday School Lucie Hale, Children's Ministries 11 :00 am, Contemporary Worship Director Pastor Carl A. Turner Sr. & Lady Karen B. Turner Visit us online at (302) 737-2100 For further Information or directions please cali: www.praiseassemblyonline.org 302- 834-9003 Northeast Christian Church Contemporary Style Sunday Praise and Worship: 1Dam Junior Church: 1Dam Small Home Groups Weekly Nursery Available Location: Olive B. Loss Elementary School Preacher: Tim Grasham 302-737-7916 email : [email protected] 8:30a.m. -71COU11/ic 7f:n~ip -

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Share God's power and love through worship, service, education and community fJuistian l1ducalioR-Sunday9:30a.m. • SuadIIy WC!nIhip S;OO2.ID., Uk30 a.m., 6:00 p.m . • FUSION VOIIIb-&Inday 6:00 p.m .• 1WaiIy NfAbt-Wednesday 7:00 p.m. Sunday Morning Worship 8:00,9:30, 11:00 Services WlIATlF ... 4>~~ WORlD 69 East Main Street 9:30 am Sunday School for all ages dlt're was a dmrch u..1OOk die lime 10 Newark, DE 19711 find OUI whal was rele>-J/1IIIl !00f ~ ~~ ~ Morning Worship 11am Infant/Toddler nurseries at 9:30 and 11:00 (Children's Church provided during Sunday 302.368.8774 Worship; 4th & 5th Sundays casual dress) 9:30 service broadcast WAMS 1260 AM SUPPO~"'E .• . www.newark-umc.org TUF5DAY ~ Prayer 7pm Bible Advance (Sword of the Spirit) St. John the Baptist Catholic Church % 7:30-9:30pm A- Red Lion UMC (Bible Study for Children 2 yrs of age plus) ,',,,,,.,; E. Mam • N. Chapel Streets IMAGINE ... '0 FRIDAY ~I Sunday School .¢J Daily Mass: Mon - Sat 8 a.m. f dlt'rewas a chun:h IhaI Wholeness Ministry Bpm :'''. Sunday Mass: 7:30,9,10:30 a.m • used fMlll1l!W muiJc &Jr a • (Special ministries support group) . All ages welcome IlCW nlilkmlun and YOU could Men's Ministries 1st Friday Ho/yAngels' Catho/ic Church come in CNI:II clot/x!,? Women's Ministries 2nd Friday Singles Ministries/Divorce Care 3rd Friday Join us this week, and 82 Possum Part Road Jllii PlCl'URE ... Marriage Ministry 4th Friday Weekend Masses: Saturday 5 p.m. SATURDAY stay for church at 10:301 3 clwrcb Ihat I1lDII8ed are and Boyz 2 Men/Girlz 2 Women-2nd Sats Sunday 9, 11 a.m. ClIIllIu.."<;!on. where 1'IIU "Ul! 12pm-4pm Youth Mentor Program for agesI2-19 Gpoftlllt just bernlllC)'OO w~ )'011. John Dunnack, Pastor 1 p.rn. (Spanish) Visit our Web Site at: Pastor: Father Richard Reissmann www.solidfoundationworshipcenter.org 1545 Church Rd., Bear For more info. or directions please call Parish Office: 731·2200 Office: (302)-838-0355 (302) 834-1599 ,,\'1; ~ First Church SPIRIT & LIFE OGLETOWN BIBLE CHURCH BAPTIST CHURCH Tri.lth---~ C41eipel ~ Christ, ~~ientist Pastors: Jonnie & Barbara Nickles 316 Red Mill Rd. - Newark, DE. Uvlng the Best LIfe 48 West Park Place, Newark Sunday Morning 9:15 Prayer (corner of 273 & Red Mill Rd.) Relevallt, Ful illillq, FUlI SIIIIIIy IIPvICa 'SIIIIIIy kIIIII 11:11 AM Sunday School 9:30 AM 302-737-2511 ...... T..-y M!diII 1:18 PM Enjoy worship with us Nile ...... • ItL MIIIIt., IIIRIi Worship Service 10:30 AM Pastor: Dr. Drew Landrey MIl •• fI'L 12:00 • 6:80 PM Wednesday _ 7:00 PM Sunday Services: SUNDAY Sundays, lO:30am III. U.. 12:80 . 4.. PM 9a.m. -10a.m.- Contemporary service Sunday School 9'15 a m Worship, Teaching & Prayer . .. "Growing To Be CIiIIIIcaI'i mIIIiII .... nrvICa. 10:30a.m -11:30a.m.· Traditional Service Worship Service 10:30 a.m. a02-46IHi808 32 Hilltop Rd. Elkton, Maryland Sun Sch 9a.m ·10a.m, 2nd Sun Sch lO:30a.m ·11:30am AWANA Club 6:00 p.m. More Like Christ" Al1AIIE~ Phone (410) 398·5529 • (410) 398-1626 Wed. Evening Family Activities 5:15· 9p.m. Evening Service 6:00 p.m. .' 2106 -Becoming AContagious Christian WWW.Ic:cIlllWll.k.OI.I t--....;.---:;-----..:~.:..---ii=IIIIIIIIIiiIII:======r=I Solid Rock Teen Ministry6:00 p.m. 2113 •God's Heart For People . W The Episcopal Church Welcomes You WEDNESDAY \V Mid Week Bible Study & Prayer 2120 •Choosing to Belong StThomas's Parish 7:00p.m. 2127 -Building Bridges Through Relationships 216 S.(ollege Ave. at Park Place, Newark, DE 19111 Nursery Provided for all Services 3/06 ·Doing Life Together (302) 368·4644 (hurd! Office (9:00-1:00 Mon.-Fri.) (302) 366·0213 Parish Information Hothne The Voice of Uberty TV Channel 28 3/13 . Does Your Compassion Make ADifference www stthornasparjsh.orQ Broadcast every Sat 5:30pm 3/20 . When Kingdoms Collide We are located at 2744 Red Lion Road (Route 71) in Bear, Delaware 19701. Meeting at: For more information about the Church, Hodgson Vo--Tech School Please call (302) 838·2060 Old 898 Just south 01 Rt. 40, George W. Tuten III. Pastor near Peoples Plaza, Glasgow Liberty Little Lamb Preschool now Richard Berry, Pastor accepting applications www.libertybaptist.net Ministry Center: 410-392-6374 FIRST PRESBIT.ERJAN CHURCH 292 West Main St. • Newark (302) 131-5644 Sun 9:00 AM ...... Christian Education for all ages with child care Sun 10:30 AM .... Traditional Worship Child Care Pravided & Ramp Access Sun 7:00 PM...... Youth Fellowship

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PAGE 26 • NEWARK POST • MARCH 18, 2005 737-0724 • Fax 737-9019 NEWARK POST .:. IN THE NEWS Four arrested for Main Street. robbery spree two weeks before the assault, she invasions. However, police do invasions," said Newark Chief of rently incarcerated at the Howard ~ ARRESTS, from 1 had been the victim of a home not believe that these crimes are Police Gerald Conway. R. Young Correctional Institute invasion. linked. Thomas J. Mathena of Elsmere, for violations of his federal pro­ While the burglaries may have "Anything is possible," Charles P. Bowden, Lisa M. Kirk bation. William Nefosky. "We're looking slowed down, arrests have not. Nefosky said. "We checked to see and Martin J.J. Kirk, all of West Lisa Kirk was also arrested for any information that might On Monday, March 14, if they are related, but there is no Newport Pike, were arrested for on March 3 for her involvement help us in our investigation." Newark Police announced the information at this time to make crimes that occurred between in the Formal Affairs robbery. The burglaries seemed to have arrests of four individuals for a us believe that they are." January and March of this year. She is being held at the Women's come to an end after a violent series of commercial burglaries "Nothing we've heard has tied Mathena was arrested on Feb. Correctional Institute on secured attack on an elderly female resi­ that ran through the city dur­ the recent rash of arrests that 18 for two Main Street burglar­ bail. dent on Feb. 24 as she slept. Just ing the same time as the home we've made to the rash of home ies, one at the National 5 & 10 Martin Kirk was arrested on and one at Formal Affairs. He is March 3 for his involvement in currently on bail awaiting case the burglary at National 5 & 10. disposition. He is being held at the Howard Bowden was arrested March Young Correctional Institute. 3 for burglaries at the National 5 Those with information are & 10, Galleria shopping complex encouraged to call the Newark To the Citizens of New Castle County and Village Imports. He is cur- Police Department at 453-8741. YOU ARE INVITED

County Executive Chris Coons and the new members of County Council 15-year-old arrested invite you to participate in a "Listening Campaign" taking place in these Council districts. This is an excellent opportunity for you to meet and for felony assault speak with the County Executive, the Council President, and your new 5-year-Old male was Detention Center after failing to ~arrested on Monday, post $18,000 secured bail, police Councilperson. Please consult the schedule below for the date and arch 14 for stabbing a said. location of the meeting in your district. Take an active role in county 20-year-old man during a fight. govemment by planning to attend the session in your area. At 6 p.m. on Monday, New Castle County Police and para­ Girls Scouts to sell medics responded to a call on gifts at 'Marketplace' Listening Campaign Schedule Ashkirk Place in Newton Green. Officials reported that they Young Girl Scout entrepre­ All meetings begin at 5:30 PM found the victim bleeding from neurs will be selling unique hand stab wounds with the blade still crafted gifts at The Marketplace, in his back. Newark Girl Scout Council, on March 19 from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. The injured was rushed to the Baked goods, cookbooks, Join County Executive Chris Coons Christiana Hospital, where the Easter cards, candies, jewelry, blade was surgically removed. and Council President Paul Clark on: figurines, bunnies, bath soaps The youthful suspect was and salts, and much more will arrested for felony assault and be sold. weapon related offenses. He Call 456-7150 for directions has been arraigned and commit­ or visit www.girlscoutchesa­ February 14th with 7th District Councilman George Smiley ted to the new Castle County peake.org. at the Bear Library

February 24th with 10th District Councilman Jea P. Street Crowd complains, also at the Hilltop Lutheran Neighborhood Center praises county services February 28th with 12th District Councilman Bill Bell at the Delaware City Fire Hall Hicks, who was fired by the ~ LISTEN, from 20 county council this year, ques- tioned the motives behind his th that a state storm water task force termination. Two Rutherford resi­ March 7th with 9 District Councilman Timothy Sheldon has been convened and will soon dents, victims of severe flood­ at Shue Middle School be making recommendations. ing, vented frustrations over the The executive indicated that he lengthy application process to is willing to consider establish- have their homes purchased by March 14th with 11 th District Councilman David L. Tackett ing a storm water utility, simi- the county. at the Glasgow High School. lar to sewer fees, to fund costly More than half the speakers repairs to antiquated storm water _ even those with complaints _

March 23rd with 1 5t District Councilman Joseph Reda $~~e~~ii~l~~s~~~d c~tc~i~/~~ ~~:~~~~s :~nt~e grov~~~;~y i~~ storm water management. h C dmi " . at the Cranston Heights Fire Hall Several residents of the Four t e oons a mstratlOn to gam Seasons neighborhood said they citizen input on what the county's priorities should be. favored increased community policing resources and additional Maureen Tucker, president code enforcement officers. The of the Four Seasons Community Watch for future Listening Sessionscheduled in your district. area has been plagued with loiter- Association, praised the the ing, possibly students from near- Office of Community Governing by Glasgow High School, two for its guidance and assistance. speakers reported. Ray Johnson said, "Thank you Some tense moments arose. for having such an open meet- ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~, ~,~.~,~. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~. , • :~r~~~ _ ~~~~t~ auditor Robert ing." " . c J ~ J1 jJ' ~ 1 IV I., f ~ /I (J:) l U·t !o J l' ).. '" .'::~?*"'~-,}*r. l .. rJ' t- ~, n.' .rt~ ·... f'''~ri,.. .' - www.ncbl.com/post/ MARCH 18, 2005 • NEWARK POST • PAGE 27

~ BLOTTER, from 2 Bikes taken c-~ WILMINGTON On Saturday, March 12, at 1:28 ~ TRUST p.m., in the 300 block of Wharton drive, the owner of a bike found her mode of transportation was missing from a bike rack. However, the thieves left behind the front tire, which was still chained to the bike rack, police said. Value of the bike was $100. Another bike was stolen on Saturday, March 12, at 8:12 a.m., from inside McDonald's on South Smile, you're about to get College Avenue, while the owner ate. The bike was later found on the side of the road in Robscott Manor. Vehicles damaged A number of vehicles were target­ ed by vandals this week, according to police reports. Some if the incidents include: 200 block of East Delaware Avenue, on Sunday, March 13, at 7:20 p.m., a 99 Chevrolet Cavalier, valued at $2,000, was stolen from the park­ ing lot of7-Eleven; South College Avenue, on Sunday, March 13, at 12:07 a.m., tools, valued at $700, were stolen from a vehicle in the Howard lohnsons' lot; and 100 block of Sypherd Drive , on Saturday, March 12, at 1:43 p.m., a vehicle was spray painted with obscenities. Noise, alcohol law citations detailed Newark Police continued their stepped up surveillance of neighbor­ hoods, enforcing noise and alcohol regulations. Recent arrests include: Lindsey Teresa fischer, 18, of Newark, pos­ session of open container of alcohol, on Sunday, March 13 , at I: 10 a.m., in the unit block of Kershaw Street; Steven Quinn, 19, of Lincoln University, Pa., carrying a concealed deadly weapon and two moving traffic violations, and Melissa Hensley, 17, of Oxford, Pa., underage con­ sumption. at Casho Mill and Barksdale roads on Saturday. March 13, at 11:40 p.m.; Jason Carl Temple, 18, of Elkton, underage consumption and possession of open con­ tainer of alcohol, on Saturday, March 12, at 11 :50 p.m., in 400 block of Wollaston Avenue; Marshall Manon, 18, of Great Neck, N.Y., underage consumption, on Saturday, March 12, at 3:56 a.m., on Haines Street east of Hurry in today for a low-rate Home Equity Loan. Delaware Avenue; Gerald Durell Williams, 18, of Dover, pos­ session open container and underage con­ sumption, on Saturday, March 12, at 2:20 a.m., in the unit block of East Cleveland • Lock in today and get a low fixed rate Avenue; Matthew l. Rail, 19, of Dover, possession of open container and underage consumption, on Saturday, March 12, at I :45 a.m., in the • For bill consolidation, home improvements, tuition - unit block of East Cleveland avenue; Anthony R. Martino, 19, of North wales, Pa. , whatever you have in mind . underage consumption, on Saturday, March 12, at I :25 a.m., in the 100 block of Haines Street; • Potential tax advantages - see your tax advisor for details Cheane Marie Campbell, 20, of Oxford, Pa., Current fixed rate.* unlawfully entering liquor store, on Friday, March II, at 11:50 p.m., at Suburban • Rates and terms for up to 15 years Liquors in Suburban Plaza; Robert francis Delcampo, 20, of Bear, and Zachary Scott Smith, 19, and a 17 -year-old juvenile, both of Elkton, unlawfully entering liquor store, on Friday, March II, between 9:40 and 10: 15 p.m., at Peddlers Liquors in College Square Shopping Center; For more information, call 1-866-829-1928, stop by anyone Kevin franCIS Deennan, 21, of Baltimore, noise law violation, on Sunday, March of our branch offices, or visit wilmingtontrust.com. 13, at 2:38 a.m., in the 200 block of East Park Place; Mark Zambrando, 21, of Newark, Brian Mention promotion code NP22. Jennings, 23, of Alexandria, Va., and Dominic Madigan, 21, of New Britain, Conn., disturbing the peace, on Sunday, March 13, at I: 16 a.m., in the unit blcok of Westfield Drive; and Tara MacMurray, 20, Dana Ciccone, 19, and Ashley lowman, 20, all of Wilmington, and • The Annual Percentage Rate (APR) is accurate as of publication date and applies to home equity loans with terms of 60 months, up to 80% loan·to·value, and loan amounts of S75,000 or greater with automatic payment deduction from a Wilmington Trust Value Banking checking account. The minimum average daily balance required for a Value Banking regular Nina Buckalen, 20, of Medford Lakes, N.J. , checking account at no monthly fee is S4,OOO, or S1 0,000 in combined average daily balances, For a five·year fixed·rate home equity loan with an interest rate of 4.99%, your monthly noise law violation, on Sunday, March 13, payment would be S18.87 per thousand dollars borrowed. Higher rates apply to loans above 80% loan·to·value, loans with terms greater than five years, and loans under S75,OOO. at 12:53 a.m., in the 1300 block of Woolen Offer is limited to new accounts only, and property must be located in Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, or Pennsylvania, Rate subject to change at any time, and this offer may be modified Way. , , or discontinued at any time. 02005 Wilmington Trust Corporation. Affiliates in Delaware, Maryland, and Pennsylvania. Members FDIC. Police said all were given dates to appear in court and released.

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