The Lewes Fire Department will allow former fire chief Bill Buckaloo to return as a regular member following a suspension tied to a racial slur, despite past controversies. CoastTV spoke with community members and advocacy groups about this decision.
From
To
The Lewes Fire Department is expected to discuss the suspension of former fire chief Bill Buckaloo at a meeting Tuesday night. Buckaloo's suspension came in July after he made what the fire department called a "derogatory comment" in a public setting. CoastTV has since received three copies of an email from members of the fire department that they say was sent by the department's president. The email claims that Buckaloo used the N-word while off duty at Irish Eyes.
Local racial justice organizations continue to speak out after two ex volunteer firefighters for the Millville Volunteer Fire Company face hate crime charges. This comes after detectives say they chased a paid employee with a noose.
The Confederate Flag is near the center of Georgetown and is back at the center of controversy.
Despite the recommendation from the Attorney General's office to void the Georgetown Historical Society's check, the council voted 3-2 to approve the check again.
The confederate flag still flies and the property it is on now has about $25,000 from the town after a 3-2 vote by town council.
The Salisbury University Chapter of the NAACPÂ feels the university has not taken steps forward in encouraging diversity, equity, and inclusion.