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Friday, March 29, 2024
What’s New
Opening day is finally here
News Briefs 3/29/24
Preacher man Paulen wins four golds at national masters track meet
Cape girls’ track wins Cambridge Classic
The future of real estate starts now
Public encouraged to attend Lewes hearing
Amy Marasco is right for Lewes
Lewes BPW response time appreciated
Cape Code Purple answers call to house homeless
DNREC proposes $115 annual pass for Deauville Beach
Lessons learned from failed vote
Voters defeat Cape referendum
Legislative wrap-up
News / Police
Lewes planners: Build ‘road to nowhere’ in Henlopen Bluff
By Bill Shull
1 hour ago
The Lewes Planning Commission is recommending mayor and city council give a green light to a...
Silver Lake property owner told to remove dumped fill
By Chris Flood
1 hour ago
A little more than a month ago, Sussex County issued a notice of violation to a property owner on...
Lewes approves FY 2025 budget
By Bill Shull
1 hour ago
Lewes Mayor and City Council unanimously approved a $12.3 million balanced budget for fiscal year...
Great Delaware Kite Festival canceled
14 hours ago
Due to the amount of rainfall and the conditions on the competition field, Cape Henlopen State Park...
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Viewpoints
Sussex storms are in my wheelhouse
1 hour ago
Call me strange, but one of my favorite photography assignments is extreme weather. I guess I...
Tougher buffer
By Jim Paterson
26 minutes ago
Speak Out Against Hate stays on mission
By Patty Maloney and Allan Slan
1 hour ago
We have read with interest the very thoughtful piece written by Tom Brett about the meeting of the...
Royal Farms would be detrimental to area
By Frank Giaramita
1 hour ago
The following letter was sent to Sussex County Planning & Zoning Commission Chair Robert...
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Obituaries
Suzanne Marie Zeltman, devout Catholic
19 hours ago
Suzanne Marie Zeltman, 67, of Lewes, passed away Friday Dec. 8, 2023, after a five-week bout with...
Charles E. Smith Sr., veteran, meticulous mechanic
1 day ago
Charles E. Smith Sr. of Lewes passed away Sunday, March 24, 2024, with his loving wife of 71 years...
Ronald David Jackson, veteran, retired custodian
1 day ago
Ronald David Jackson went home to be with the Lord Monday, March 25, 2024, after a hard-fought...
Genevieve Spry McGee, retired teacher
1 day ago
Genevieve Spry McGee, 100, of Lewes, passed away peacefully Wednesday, March 20, 2024. She was born...
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Sports
Athletes of the Week March 29
33 minutes ago
Lindsey D’Ambrogi The Corrigan Kid roams the attack zone for the Cape girls’ lacrosse team wearing...
Sussex Academy soccer dominates Bulldogs
By Aaron R. Mushrush
16 hours ago
Expectations remain high for the Sussex Academy girls’ soccer team following its 8-0 victory over...
IR baseball uses big sixth to down Sussex Academy
By Aaron R. Mushrush
16 hours ago
The Sussex Academy baseball team opened its 2024 season with a 26-6 victory over First State...
Sussex Academy slips by Beacon 2-1 as rivals clash in rain
By Aaron R. Mushrush
18 hours ago
A former Cape district student scored Sussex Academy’s first goal in the Seahawks’ 2-1 victory over...
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A & E
Easter traditions include flowers, bunnies and fabulous food
By Denise Clemons
26 minutes ago
If you’re planning an Easter celebration this weekend, our local shops are well stocked with...
Cape Artists Gallery to remain open Friday evenings
8 hours ago
The Cape Artists Gallery will be offering a trial of extended open hours from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.,...
Painting sale proceeds to benefit Milton music and wind fest
18 hours ago
Milton Arts Guild’s Inspired by a Song exhibit will continue through Tuesday, April 23, at 107...
STEPPIN’ OUT
Elwood Bishop to perform March 29 in Lewes
18 hours ago
Local favorite Elwood Bishop is set to take the stage at 8:30 p.m., Friday, March 29, at Bethany...
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Cape Life
Family Promise of Southern Delaware sets informational brunch April 6
12 hours ago
Family Promise of Southern Delaware will host Here We Grow Again, its second annual informational...
Cape district job fair looks to recruit local candidates
By Ellen Driscoll
13 hours ago
Taking advantage of a no-student day, district officials held a job fair at Cape Henlopen High...
Hearty in the Cause: Living History 1776 event set April 6-7
14 hours ago
The Lewes Historical Society will host Hearty in the Cause: Living History 1776 from 10 a.m. to 4 p...
Consciousness and healing sessions set at HeartWish April 7
16 hours ago
HeartWish Healing Center will host a workshop followed by a healing circle with Andrew Schubauer,...
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Local Buzz
Canadian Country Musician Zachary Lucky to Perform Live at Listening Booth with Justin Trawick April 12th
The Listening Booth
The Listening Booth is thrilled to announce the upcoming live performance by acclaimed Canadian...
H O P P Y E A S T E R from Bay Coast Realty
Bay Coast Realty
Bay Coast Realty wishes everyone a Happy Easter !
Completing the Sale
Bill Cullin
Some buyers and sellers arrive at the closing feeling terrific about the transaction. They like...
Happy Easter!
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
This is a wonderful time to welcome Spring and enjoy our family, friends, and homes. We are here...
HenlopenRB.com Rehoboth’s Premier Oceanfront Building: Sales & Rentals. For Current Available Units Call: (302) 236-7648, or visit HenlopenRB.com
Mike Kogler Team
The Leading SALES TEAM @ The Henlopen.
The Henlopen: www.HenlopenRB.com
The Henlopen...
3 Outdoor Improvements That Could Increase Your Home's Value
Mike Kogler Team
3 Outdoor Improvements That Could Increase Your Home's Value
Deciding to put your...
7 Upgrades That Add Instant Value to Your Home
Mike Kogler Team
7 Upgrades That Add Instant Value to Your Home
Renovating your home can be expensive...
Cape Gazette 5k Registration Now Open!
Cape Gazette
RUN WITH US! Our second annual Cape Gazette 5k is set and registration is open! Saturday, May 11...
Signed, Sealed and Delivered
Bill Cullin
Most people assume that when a real estate deed is signed, it is effective. However, there is one...
Please Donate - April Showers for New Moms and Children
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
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Calendar of Events
Today
7:30 am
to
8:45 am
Rehoboth Beach Sunrise Rotary Club meeting
7:45 am
to
8:15 am
Walk Aerobics Class DVD Led
8:00 am
to
4:00 pm
Fitness Room open
8:30 am
to
3:00 pm
AARP Tax-Aide prep help
8:30 am
to
10:00 am
Weight Down Club
9:00 am
to
2:00 pm
Billiards League
9:00 am
to
12:00 pm
Fitness Room open
9:00 am
to
3:00 pm
LIB Tulip Sale
9:00 am
to
10:00 am
LeBlast Dance Fitness
9:00 am
to
12:00 pm
Art Studio
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
10:30 am
Chair Yoga Class
10:00 am
to
11:00 am
Chair Tai Chi
10:30 am
to
11:30 am
Zumba Class
10:30 am
to
1:45 pm
Music Lessons
11:00 am
Battery 519 tour
11:15 am
to
12:15 pm
Tai Chi Class
12:00 pm
to
2:00 pm
Mahjong
5:00 pm
to
7:00 pm
American Legion Friday Night Dinner
7:00 pm
Celebrate Recovery group
Saturday, March 30
8:30 am
to
10:00 am
Writing Boot Camp
9:00 am
to
3:00 pm
LIB Tulip Sale
9:30 am
to
11:30 am
GriefShare group
10:00 am
to
3:00 pm
Historic Maull House tour
10:00 am
to
3:00 pm
Delaware Seaside Railroad Club Train Display
10:30 am
Easter Bunny Bonanza
10:30 am
Boardwalk Stroll
10:30 am
Blessing of the Animals & Easter Egg Hunt
10:45 am
Dewey Egg Scoop
12:00 pm
to
7:00 pm
American Legion Wing Day
12:00 pm
to
2:00 pm
Dungeons & Dragons program
1:00 pm
to
4:00 pm
Easter Bonnet Bar Crawl
1:00 pm
to
2:00 pm
Teen Marvel Trivia
2:00 pm
to
4:00 pm
Easter Egg Hunt
Sunday, March 31
10:00 am
to
2:30 pm
Easter Brunch in The Lewes Room at Irish Eyes
11:00 am
Creative Movement Virtual Yoga
12:00 pm
to
6:00 pm
American Legion daily specials day
3:00 pm
to
4:30 pm
Browseabout book club
Business
A Delaware family legacy for over 12 years
1 hour ago
I first wrote about Pete's Steak Shop in 2012. After many exhaustive studies and fact-finding...
Social Media Conference draws enthusiastic crowd
15 hours ago
Delaware Technical Community College hosted its much-anticipated 10th annual Social Media...
DMV on the Go to serve three Sussex locations
20 hours ago
The Delaware Division of Motor Vehicles announced the DMV on the Go trailer season will begin...
302 The Local set to open soon outside Rehoboth Beach
21 hours ago
Sitting in a completely remodeled space, 302 The Local owner Chris Desch said he’s got three goals...
Sussex Realtors donate $1,000 to Redemption City
1 day ago
The Sussex County Association of Realtors announced Renee Parker as the recipient of the 2024 Good...
Dogfish Head hosts annual Weekend of Compelling Ales and Spirits
1 day ago
Dogfish Head brewery in Milton hosted its annual Weekend of Compelling Spirits the weekend of March...
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Blogs
The Pregnant Pause That Refreshes
By Elise Seyfried
3 days ago
Reading Scripture, I am struck by the word “Selah,” that appears sometimes during a psalm. Is “...
Sussex Success Story
5 days ago
There he is right beside the Citrus Blackberry Salad—our friend, Richard Ferrandino, a Sussex...
Gig Economics
By Elise Seyfried
1 week ago
Lately I’ve been hearing more and more about the “gig economy.” At first I thought the term...
Christspiracy
2 weeks ago
From the maker of the groundbreaking films COWSPIRACY, WHAT THE HEALTH and SEASPIRACY, comes a bold...
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FOOD TRUCK BUCKS FOR OUR HEROES - REVELATION IN GEORGETOWN
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Bayhealth Foundation Hosts Speech Pathology Information Session
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Spring Break Youth Sports Camp *LAST CALL*
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Real Estate Marketplace
SOLD: Townhouse in Bishop’s Landing - Many Amenities
Crowley Associates Realty
Bay front home with spectacular views!
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JUST SOLD: Quintessential South Rehoboth Beach Home: 1 Block to the Beach!!
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Welcome Home to Nassau Grove
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OPEN HOUSE-SAT-3/30-12PM-2PM-104 DREXEL COURT~MAPLEWOOD~REHOBOTH BEACH
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Newly Listed: 34704 Villa Circle #1107 Lewes, DE | Villas At Bay Crossing
Monument Sotheby’s International Realty - Coastal Division
JUST SOLD!! “Village of Five Points” 1st Floor, Pond-front Condo
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Another Unit SOLD @ The Henlopen, Unit 608!! Mike Kogler Team: #1 Sales Team @ The Henlopen. Rehoboth’s Premier Oceanfront Building. Visit: www.HenlopenRB.com or Call: (302)236-7648
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Back on the Market! Move-in ready condo in the Peninsula
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LONG & FOSTER RANKS AMONG WORLD’S TOP TRAINING COMPANIES
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Affordable Office Space for Rent - Lewes
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INVESTOR ALERT! Property Zoned MR, Medium Density Residential!
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Prepare to be swept off your feet by "The Salty Dog" - a beachfront paradise that you will never...
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EXPERIENCE THE EPITOME OF LUXURY LIVING IN SHOWFIELD
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JUST SOLD!! LEWES: Furnished & Turnkey 2BR/2BA Condo
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Stunning Canal-Front Home in Historic Lewes!
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3,235,000.00
Introducing 117 Front Street, one of Historic Lewes’ hidden gems. This stunning canal front home is...
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280,000.00
64 W Church Street, Selbyville, DE 19975 ~ Introducing an exciting commercial opportunity in the up...
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DNREC proposes $115 annual pass for Deauville Beach
Chris Flood
1 hour ago
With the countdown to Memorial Day officially on, Delaware State Parks officials outlined a...