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Sunday, May 12, 2024
What’s New
Tunnell Companies donates $15,000 to MS Society
Xi Sigma chapter donates to therapeutic riding center
Teen charged in Lewes shooting
Sea glass festival names guest speakers June 1-2
Reverse mortgage funds can make a positive impact
Milton Lions Club supports local causes
Sussex youth philanthropy board names grant recipients
Sale of original painting benefits Milton music and wind fest
Roundabout near Five Points to fully open May 15
Cape girls’ lax completes undefeated regular season
Athletes of the Week May 10
Baked by The Dewey Post carries on tradition, offers new treats
Rehoboth Beach Farmers Market opens for the season
News / Police
Rehoboth Beach tables committee structure discussion
By Chris Flood
1 day ago
After months of discussion, Rehoboth Beach commissioners have decided to table a proposal to revamp...
Biden expected to be in town beginning May 11
2 days ago
It appears President Joe Biden will be in town this weekend, beginning late Saturday, May 11. The...
Gray seal found shot near Fenwick Island
2 days ago
A juvenile gray seal found on the beach near Fenwick Island was shot by a firearm, officials from...
Legislative wrap-up
2 days ago
Senate passed SB 259 passed the Senate May 8 with 19 votes and two absent to update and modernize...
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Viewpoints
Many African American schools endure
By Ron MacArthur
2 days ago
In my last column, I wrote about the du Pont schools for African American students in a state where...
Generosity abounds in the Cape Region
2 days ago
Every weekend - and many weeknights too - here in the Cape Region, community events gather people...
The change range
2 days ago
A 50-ton gift from the sea
By Linda Sullivan Schulte
2 days ago
Living in a coastal community, surrounded by amazing natural beauty and unique creatures we see...
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Obituaries
Jeffrey Allen Muncey, longtime trucker
2 days ago
Jeffrey Allen Muncey, known affectionately as “Jeff,” passed away peacefully Monday, May 6, 2024,...
Terry Lee Kauffman, Air Force retiree
2 days ago
Terry Lee Kauffman, 64, of Dover, passed over into heaven Monday evening, April 22, 2024, at Kent...
Thomas E. Schulte, enjoyed traveling
2 days ago
Thomas E. Schulte, 73, of Milton, passed away Wednesday, May 8, 2024, with his loving wife of 46...
Gregory L. Johnson, Army veteran
3 days ago
Gregory L. Johnson, 68, of Rehoboth Beach, passed away peacefully at home Monday, May 6, 2024. He...
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Sports
Cape golf team finally wins a squeaker
By Fritz Schranck
1 day ago
The Cape golf team lost two matches this year and two matches last year by single-stroke margins...
Kids shine at surf-fishing tournament
By Eric Burnley
1 day ago
Old Inlet Bait and Tackle held its annual Spring Surf-Fishing Tournament May 4. In spite of less-...
Sea Colony hosts pro women’s open May 13-19
1 day ago
Sea Colony will host the 11th annual Vacasa Pro Women’s Open, a USTA Pro Circuit Event, May 13-19...
Beacon girls’ lacrosse bounces Mariner 12-2
By Dave Frederick
1 day ago
The Beacon girls’ lacrosse team rolled over sister school Mariner May 10 at Champions Stadium,...
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A & E
Women’s Fest brings visitors from near and far to Rehoboth
20 hours ago
Guests from as far away as Massachusetts, Mississippi, Florida, California and Alaska were among...
SDTR supporters corral for Kentucky Derby watch party
By Ted Pfirrmann
1 day ago
The Southern Delaware Therapeutic Riding center near Milton hosted its own version of the Kentucky...
Songwriter series concert to benefit Paul Kares May 15
1 day ago
Local singer/songwriter Sol Knopf will be joined onstage by Don Henry and Craig Bickhardt at 6:30 p...
Wood veneer marquetry artist sets one-day sale May 18
1 day ago
Wood veneer marquetry artist Robert Bruce Weston will hold a once-in-a-decade show and sale from 1...
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Cape Life
Ground broken for Lewes library pavilion
By Bill Shull
6 hours ago
They were small shovels of dirt, but big steps toward the Lewes Public Library’s dream of an...
Dewey in Bloom takes root
By Ellen Driscoll
10 hours ago
The vision of Dewey in Bloom blossomed May 4, as volunteers met at the home of Dewey Beach Civic...
Elks entertain families at Easter party
12 hours ago
Cape Henlopen Elks Lodge 2540 of Lewes held an Easter egg hunt and party for 41 children ages 12...
Local delegation participates in Verrazzano Day in Italy
By Chris Flood
12 hours ago
There was a celebration April 17 on the Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk in recognition of Italian explorer...
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Local Buzz
10 Easiest Home Upgrades to Increase House Value
Mike Kogler Team
10 Easiest Home Upgrades to Increase House Value
Whether planning to sell the house, have...
Completing the Sale
Bill Cullin
Some buyers and sellers arrive at the closing feeling terrific about the transaction. They like...
The Screened Porch: A Must-Have for Some Buyers
Mike Kogler Team
The Screened Porch: A Must-Have for Some Buyers
Porches are very popular, but a...
How to Choose the Right Amount and Types of Lighting
Bill Cullin
When decorating your home, one of the most important areas of focus should be the lighting....
Celebrate Every Season With a Home Built by K. Hovnanian
Active Adults Realty®
Last week we wrote about D.R. Horton in our series spotlighting various homebuilders who are...
Staging Your Home to Sell
Bill Cullin
Many people recognize a decorating style they like when they see it, but they find it difficult to...
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The Henlopen...
3rd ANNUAL RALLY FOR OUR FIRST RESPONDERS - GOLD SPONSORSHIP
Rally For Our First Responders
A BIG Thank you to our Friends at Dabar Home Builders for their GOLD Sponsorship of $1,000.00 for...
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Calendar of Events
Today
9:00 am
to
4:00 pm
Delaware Botanic Gardens Free Mother’s Day Admission
10:00 am
to
12:00 pm
Open Garden Day
10:00 am
to
2:30 pm
Mother’s Day Brunch Buffet in The Lewes Room at...
11:00 am
Lewes History Highlights walking tour
11:00 am
Creative Movement Virtual Yoga
11:00 am
to
1:00 pm
Just Us and Cat Nippers low-cost dog and cat vaccine...
12:00 pm
to
3:00 pm
Nassau Valley Vineyards Farmers Market
12:00 pm
to
6:00 pm
American Legion daily specials day
3:00 pm
to
4:30 pm
Browseabout book club
5:00 pm
to
6:00 pm
Fireside Chat
6:00 pm
to
7:30 pm
Lewes Legends walking tour
Monday, May 13
7:45 am
to
8:15 am
Walk Aerobics Class DVD Led
8:00 am
to
4:00 pm
Billiards
8:00 am
to
1:00 pm
Billiards
8:00 am
to
4:00 pm
Fitness Room open
9:00 am
to
11:00 am
RB Free Writes
9:00 am
to
4:00 pm
Fitness Room open
9:00 am
to
10:00 am
Sit & Get Fit Program
9:15 am
to
10:15 am
Balance & Strength Class
9:30 am
to
12:00 pm
Art Group
9:45 am
to
10:45 am
Tai Chi
10:00 am
to
11:00 am
Improver Line Dancing class
10:00 am
to
12:00 pm
Scrabble
10:30 am
to
11:30 am
Zumba Class
11:00 am
Lewes History Highlights walking tour
11:00 am
to
12:00 pm
Line Dancing for Beginners
12:00 pm
to
7:00 pm
American Legion Bloody Mary Day
12:30 pm
Duplicate Bridge
12:30 pm
to
1:30 pm
Beginner Ballroom Dancing class
12:30 pm
to
4:00 pm
Game Day
12:30 pm
to
4:00 pm
Mahjong
1:00 pm
to
4:00 pm
Mah Jongg
1:00 pm
Over 50 Yoga
1:30 pm
Food for Thought
2:00 pm
to
2:45 pm
Jazzercise
2:00 pm
to
3:00 pm
Rummikub
3:00 pm
to
4:00 pm
Rehoboth Beach Writers’ Guild Poetry Free Write
4:00 pm
to
5:00 pm
Insight Meditation Community of Lewes meditation
4:00 pm
to
5:00 pm
Wellness Class
5:00 pm
to
6:00 pm
Conversation with Anthony Fredericks
5:45 pm
to
7:15 pm
Lewes-Rehoboth Rotary Club meeting
Tuesday, May 14
7:45 am
to
8:15 am
Walk Aerobics Class DVD Led
8:00 am
to
4:00 pm
Fitness Room open
8:00 am
to
4:00 pm
Billiards
8:00 am
to
11:00 am
Wood Carving Group
8:00 am
to
1:00 pm
Billiards
8:00 am
to
9:00 am
Cardio Blast Class
8:30 am
Boardwalk Stroll
8:30 am
Chair Yoga Class
8:30 am
to
12:00 pm
Sewing group
9:00 am
to
11:00 am
Quilting Group
9:00 am
to
4:00 pm
Fitness Room open
9:15 am
to
10:00 am
Tai Chi
9:30 am
to
1:00 pm
Line Dancing
10:00 am
to
12:00 pm
Alzheimer’s Caregivers Support Group
10:00 am
to
4:00 pm
LHS exhibit open
10:00 am
to
2:00 pm
Rehoboth Beach Farmers Market
10:00 am
to
4:00 pm
Lewes Life-Saving Station Boat House tour
10:30 am
to
11:30 am
LaBlast Dance Fitness Class
10:30 am
Over 50 Yoga
10:45 am
to
11:30 am
Chair Tai Chi Class
11:00 am
Lewes History Highlights walking tour
11:00 am
to
3:00 pm
Penny Bingo
11:45 am
to
12:45 pm
Chair Yoga
12:00 pm
to
7:00 pm
American Legion Daily Specials Day
1:00 pm
to
2:30 pm
Bible study
1:00 pm
to
2:00 pm
Homeschool Connection program
1:30 pm
to
2:30 pm
Tai Chi Class
2:00 pm
to
3:30 pm
Adult Coloring group
2:00 pm
to
6:00 pm
Spaghetti dinner
4:00 pm
to
5:00 pm
Yoga Strength Class
7:00 pm
to
9:00 pm
Dancing Argentine Tango
Business
Baja Bob’s on Boardwalk shooting for Memorial Day opening
1 day ago
Standing in the middle of an arcade-to-restaurant renovation project along the Rehoboth Beach...
Nassau Valley Vineyards Farmers Market opens for season
1 day ago
The Nassau Valley Vineyards Farmers Market held its opening day May 5. Every Sunday from 12 to 3 p....
Accent on Travel event to focus on solo travelers May 14
1 day ago
Accent on Travel will host a special get-together for solo travelers at 4 p.m., Tuesday, May 14, at...
Brimming Horn hosts Mead, Merchants and Music
1 day ago
Brimming Horn Meadery near Milton held its first Mead, Merchants and Music festival May 5, bringing...
Tom Tom Boutique sets spring fling event May 16
2 days ago
Tom Tom Boutique will host a spring fling with friends event from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Thursday, May...
Treat your guests to a taste of Rehoboth, Dewey and Lewes
2 days ago
Like the proverbial light at the end of the tunnel (which often turns out to be a train), the 2024...
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Blogs
Women Rising
By Elise Seyfried
5 days ago
I have always had ZERO trouble talking. My role model was my mom, that indefatigable chatterer...
Cost of Living
By Elise Seyfried
1 week ago
It began innocently enough. I was surfing the 'net one day, when my board wiped out at an ad for a...
Beetle (Bailey) Mania
By Elise Seyfried
2 weeks ago
When I had my kids, I looked forward so much to sharing my favorite books, shows, songs and movies...
Earth Friendly Meals
2 weeks ago
We celebrated Earth Day in our E-meal class this week. You can too, with a cup of chopped onions...
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Rehoboth Beach tables committee structure discussion
Chris Flood
1 day ago
After months of discussion, Rehoboth Beach commissioners have decided to table a proposal to revamp...