January 2011

The Public High School Special: A Real Education

With millions in federal funds given to Delaware based on its potential to improve public schools, there’s a lot on the line. Is this another case of the government throwing money at a problem?...

by Pam George

That’ll Learn Ya

Ranking our public high schools reveals some interesting facts. Here’s a brief survey of some of the most compelling.

by Mark Nardone

First

Miss Delaware Kayla Martell’s mission. Plus, meet the face behind Facemate, get a read on Dionne Warwick’s co-writer, and picture Kevin Fleming’s wild kingdom.

The Trials of Chris Tigani

When Robert Tigani mounted a multi-million dollar legal battle against his son for control of the family business, financially strapped Chris Tigani fought back by representing himself. He saved...

by Bob Yearick

Double Down

Would building new casinos feed the state’s coffers, or is it too risky a gambit?

By Reid Champagne

Ten Ways to Become a 10

Herein, the experts describe the top five invasive and top five noninvasive cosmetic procedures and how they rate in the First State.

by Pam George

Dallas Does Delaware

This Trolleywood habitué makes the New York connection weekly. So if you want the inside track on fashion, ask her. The designers do.

by Amy Kates

Decoration of Independence

A well-traveled pair boldly display their eclectic and artistic style in a renovated Colonial Revival.

by Eileen Smith Dallabrida

Gabby

Gabby makes a cameo at Winterthur, needles a few folks at the Festival of Trees in Dover and brushes up on local artists at the Children’s Beach House in Lewes.

by Gabby

Your Time

The Music School of Delaware’s black history tribute. Plus, the Delaware Children’s Theatre presents “Pippi,” and Ecarte’s dancers hit DSU.

by Maria Hess

Here Today, Gone to Moro

Chef Michael DiBianca abandoned his acclaimed artistic take on classic Italian dishes in favor of more flavor. The results are simply delicious.

by Matt Amis

A Hit at Hagley

Dan Butler makes history at Hagley. Plus, Luca banks on classic Italian in Millsboro, and discover the best-kept dining secret in Delaware.

by Matt Amis

Mailboxes, Etc.

The next time a band of rowdy miscreants bashes our postal system, I’ll have just the way to fix their wagons.

by Reid Champagne

The College Guide

Time to start thinking about college? Local experts provide their best advice for you. You’ll learn everything from how to maximize your chances of admission to the school of your dreams and what...

Social Datebook

Let this special supplement be your guide to the year’s don’t-miss affairs and fetes. You’ll get all the important details, including what makes each event special, ticket prices,...