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From the Sun-Times
Jan. 10, 1990
No charges to be filed in Smyrna fire truck accident
By Susan Biro, editor
Listing extenuating circumstances, Delaware state police said no charges will be brought against either driver in the Nov. 16, 1989 crash between a tractor trailer and a Citizens’ Hose Co. fire truck.
Sgt. Richard Foskey of Troop 3 said, “After the accident was reviewed by the attorney general’s office, the decision was made not to seek any prosecution because of several extenuating circumstances.”
Foskey said those circumstances were that the southbound tractor trailer had a green light at the intersection of Commerce Street and Rt. 13, and that the driver of the fire truck “was watching the police officer who he thought was waving him through,” and the fact that “the automatic light switch was not working at the time.”...
As a result of the accident, eight of the nine firefighters on board the truck received minor injuries, while Kenneth Steele remained hospitalized until Dec. 29.
The Smyrna fire truck, valued at $210,000 to replace, was totaled in the accident.
“Deep down I’m just glad it’s over,” said Chief David VanArsdall. “I’ll always stand by our driver, and I’m glad no one was killed as a result.”...
Smyrna Council delays street dedications
By John Flood
The dedication of two streets in Cottage Dale Acres was delayed by Smyrna Town Council Jan. 2 because council wants the developer to build a new street.
Kates Way and Owens Brook Drive had been scheduled to be dedicated by the town. Dedication is the process whereby the town takes possession and responsibility of a new street....
But council members want another street in Cottage Dale Acres, Kent Way, to be extended in response to traffic concerns expressed by residents of Cottage Dale....
Clayton Council hears from satellite dish owner
By John Flood
Clayton may be violating first amendment rights, town council was told at its Monday night meeting.
Brian Haller of All-Star Satellite Systems of Dover told council that in most situations satellite dishes cannot be prohibited by town ordinance, especially if the town allows conventional television antennas.
Haller was speaking for Ervin Bedwell of 517 W. Main St. who wishes to install a satellite dish but had been told that Clayton zoning does not allow them....
Town Foreman Bob Berghorn said that satellite dishes are not listed as a permitted use in the residential zone, which means that they are prohibited. The zoning code was probably written before satellite dishes were in widespread use....
From the Sun-Times
Jan. 10, 1990
No charges to be filed in Smyrna fire truck accident
By Susan Biro, editor
Listing extenuating circumstances, Delaware state police said no charges will be brought against either driver in the Nov. 16, 1989 crash between a tractor trailer and a Citizens’ Hose Co. fire truck.
Sgt. Richard Foskey of Troop 3 said, “After the accident was reviewed by the attorney general’s office, the decision was made not to seek any prosecution because of several extenuating circumstances.”
Foskey said those circumstances were that the southbound tractor trailer had a green light at the intersection of Commerce Street and Rt. 13, and that the driver of the fire truck “was watching the police officer who he thought was waving him through,” and the fact that “the automatic light switch was not working at the time.”...
As a result of the accident, eight of the nine firefighters on board the truck received minor injuries, while Kenneth Steele remained hospitalized until Dec. 29.
The Smyrna fire truck, valued at $210,000 to replace, was totaled in the accident.
“Deep down I’m just glad it’s over,” said Chief David VanArsdall. “I’ll always stand by our driver, and I’m glad no one was killed as a result.”...
Smyrna Council delays street dedications
By John Flood
The dedication of two streets in Cottage Dale Acres was delayed by Smyrna Town Council Jan. 2 because council wants the developer to build a new street.
Kates Way and Owens Brook Drive had been scheduled to be dedicated by the town. Dedication is the process whereby the town takes possession and responsibility of a new street....
But council members want another street in Cottage Dale Acres, Kent Way, to be extended in response to traffic concerns expressed by residents of Cottage Dale....
Clayton Council hears from satellite dish owner
By John Flood
Clayton may be violating first amendment rights, town council was told at its Monday night meeting.
Brian Haller of All-Star Satellite Systems of Dover told council that in most situations satellite dishes cannot be prohibited by town ordinance, especially if the town allows conventional television antennas.
Haller was speaking for Ervin Bedwell of 517 W. Main St. who wishes to install a satellite dish but had been told that Clayton zoning does not allow them....
Town Foreman Bob Berghorn said that satellite dishes are not listed as a permitted use in the residential zone, which means that they are prohibited. The zoning code was probably written before satellite dishes were in widespread use....
Environmental issues bring in the 1990s
By Frankie Bartsch
The Smyrna High School Eagle Eye
We need to start protecting our environment in the 1990s. Ever day we pollute our water, air, rain forests and ozone layer. “Conservation,” according to Webster’s Dictionary, is “preserving from harm or decay; protecting from loss or from being used up or wasted.”...
What can you do to become more aware of conservation? To start, read the following environmental tips because doing just a few could result in a safer place to live.
1. Recycle newspaper, aluminum, glass and tin.
2. Use cloth diapers.
3. Avoid disposable plates, cups and utensils.
4. Avoid using Styrofoam; it can’t be recycled.
5. Use rags instead of paper towels.
6. Buy organic, preservative-free, and pesticide-free foods.
7. Eat those foods low on the food chain; avoid meats.
8. Buy locally-grown produce and other foods.
9. Plant trees in your community.
10. Use non-toxic and biodegradable soaps and detergents.
11. Install water-conserving showerheads.
12. Shop by phone first, then pick up your items.
