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Thursday, April 25, 2024
What’s New
Eastern Sussex Democrats to meet May 3
Russel Lenz, services set
Lewes celebrates 150 years of baseball
Del Tech lacrosse wins Region 19 Championship
Central baseball downs Cape 4-1
George E. Brown III, Army veteran
Healthy oceans will be environmental series topic May 1
CR rides off with 1-0 win over Cape
Beach Babies tapped to pilot educational initiative
Dave Lyons named Dewey Beach Volunteer of the Year
Rehoboth Beach Main Street’s Runway 2024 is a rousing success
Jurassic Park-ing
Local readers traveled all the way to Sweden to take ownership of a new Volvo
News / Police
Van Dyke Avenue outfall pipe cleared of sand
By Ellen Driscoll
16 hours ago
Work began in the early morning April 10 to resolve a clogged outfall pipe on Van Dyke Avenue in...
Rehoboth Beach man dies following Bethany Beach crash
1 day ago
An 87-year-old Rehoboth Beach man died following a crash near Bethany Beach April 19. John Medaris...
Lincoln man charged in Georgetown burglaries
1 day ago
A Lincoln man faces charges after police say he stole a four-wheeler from one home and lawn...
Seaford man dies following hit-and-run on Harbeson Road
1 day ago
Police are asking for help identifying two vehicles involved in a hit-and-run crash April 19 that...
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Viewpoints
Ames thrived outside Rehoboth for decades
1 day ago
The lone remnant of the Ames department store outside Rehoboth Beach is Ames Drive in the Rehoboth...
Vines are waking up
1 day ago
The grapevines at Nassau Valley Vineyards are starting to sprout, a sure sign warmer spring weather...
Increased access to lifesaving meds needed
By Peggy Geisler
2 days ago
Obesity is one of America’s most pressing health epidemics, yet it has been consistently overlooked...
The sneeze breeze
By Jim Paterson
2 days ago
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Obituaries
Beverly Ann Kennedy, faithful church member
22 hours ago
Beverly Ann (Foltz) Kennedy, 81, passed away at home in Lewes surrounded by loved ones Saturday,...
Jo Gayle Stambaugh, enjoyed family time
1 day ago
Jo Gayle Stambaugh, 88, of Lewes, passed away Thursday, April 18, 2024, at Cadia Renaissance...
Nichole Whitehead Harlow, human resources specialist
1 day ago
Nichole Whitehead Harlow passed away peacefully Tuesday, April 16, 2024, in Mechanicsville, Va.,...
Delora Jane Benner, loved her family
2 days ago
Delora Jane Benner, 83, passed away Wednesday, April 17, 2024. She was born Jan. 12, 1941, in Salt...
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Sports
Lions roar past Sussex Academy 16-8 in girls’ lacrosse
By Aaron R. Mushrush
1 hour ago
After opening the season with six straight wins, scoring in double figures without allowing their...
Cape girls’ lax surges and sputters, beating Caesar Rodney 17-7
By Dave Frederick
52 minutes ago
The Cape girls’ lacrosse team surged then sputtered April 24 at Champions Stadium, beating Caesar...
Cape softball gets close but falls to Central
By Dan Cook
52 minutes ago
The Cape softball team batted the through swirling wind and the smoke thrown by Sussex Central...
Sussex Academy soccer downs Mariner 4-1
By Dan Cook
52 minutes ago
Sussex Academy sixth-grader Lyla Fox scored four times to lead the Seahawks to a 4-1 victory over...
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A & E
ESL program sets multicultural festival May 4
1 hour ago
The Community English as a Second Language Program hosted by Lutheran Church of Our Savior is...
Rocking the Docks adds Hudson Fields shows July 26, Aug. 3
2 hours ago
Rocking The Docks announced two concerted for inaugural Eagle Crest Concert Series at Hudson Fields...
The Met: Live in HD ‘La Rondine’ screenings to open May 1
8 hours ago
Rehoboth Beach Film Society’s Cinema Art Theater will present The Met: Live in HD production of “La...
Event May 7 to celebrate life of ‘Spoonie’ Sponaugle
16 hours ago
Family and friends of Stephen “Spoonie” Sponaugle will hold the third annual celebration of his...
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Cape Life
Delmarva Christian High School holds Spiritual Emphasis Day
22 minutes ago
Delmarva Christian High School recently marked another successful Spiritual Emphasis Day, an annual...
Lewes in Bloom May Day contest registration due May 1
14 hours ago
Lewes in Bloom will sponsor its fourth annual May Day celebration Saturday, May 4. Merchants and...
Community Briefs 4/24/24
15 hours ago
Unitarian Universalists online auction kicks off April 27 The Unitarian Universalists of Southern...
Bridge tournament to bring hundreds of players to Rehoboth
By Chris Flood
17 hours ago
Hundreds of bridge players from up and down the Eastern Seaboard will be descending on Rehoboth...
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Local Buzz
Help Wanted - Delivery Driver
Cape Gazette
How to Set a Proper Budget for Your Home Remodel
Bill Cullin
When you decide to renovate your home – whether to sell or make improvements for you and your...
Tavel & Leisure - Why Delaware is the Best State to Retire
Bill Cullin
The First State offers many perks to retirees, who now make up a fifth of its population....
Head Over to Headwater Cove for Fresh New Homes and an Easy Resort Lifestyle
Active Adults Realty®
If you take a look at the communities spotlighted on our Web site you’ll find pickleball courts are...
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...
Retirement Bootcamp Last Class at the Lewes Public Library Tomorrow!
InFocus Financial Advisors, Inc.
MAKE 2024 YOUR BEST YEAR OF RETIREMENT YET InFocus Financial Advisors, Inc. will be starting its...
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
Mike Kogler Team
527 N. Boardwalk, Unit 608
MLS: DESU2027018
ANOTHER LISTING SOLD @ The...
Events This Weekend in Delaware and Maryland
The Oldfather Group
Now that the final weekend of April is here, the countdown is officially on to Memorial Day 2024...
Purchase Agreements
Bill Cullin
Whether it consists of several pages of big type or a few pages of fine print, a real estate...
Pickleball Might Be Your Favorite Activity in Your New Neighborhood
Active Adults Realty®
If you take a look at the communities spotlighted on our Web site you’ll find pickleball courts are...
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Calendar of Events
Today
(All day)
CAMP Rehoboth Women’s Fest
7:45 am
to
8:15 am
Walk Aerobics Class DVD Led
8:00 am
to
11:00 am
Wood Carving Group
8:00 am
to
4:00 pm
Fitness Room open
8:00 am
to
9:00 am
Cardio Blast Class
8:00 am
to
4:00 pm
Billiards
8:30 am
Boardwalk Stroll
9:00 am
to
4:00 pm
Fitness Room open
9:15 am
to
1:00 pm
Tai Chi
10:00 am
to
11:00 am
Delaware Money School program
10:00 am
to
2:00 pm
Vintage Book & Jewelry Sale
10:00 am
to
11:00 am
Beginner Ballroom Dancing Class
10:00 am
to
4:00 pm
LHS exhibit open
10:30 am
to
4:00 pm
Pinochle
11:00 am
Lewes History Highlights walking tour
11:00 am
to
12:00 pm
Advanced Ballroom Dancing Class
11:15 am
Seniors luncheon for widows & widowers
11:30 am
to
1:00 pm
More Than a Meal Weekly Ministry
12:00 pm
to
12:45 pm
Beginner Tai Chi & Qigong
12:00 pm
to
7:00 pm
American Legion Build a Burger Day
12:30 pm
to
4:00 pm
Contract Bridge
1:00 pm
to
2:00 pm
Stress Reducing Movement
1:00 pm
to
3:00 pm
Chess Club
1:30 pm
to
3:30 pm
Cancer Support Group
1:30 pm
to
3:30 pm
Marbles & Jokers
2:00 pm
to
3:30 pm
Spanish Conversation Group
3:00 pm
to
4:00 pm
Build It
4:00 pm
to
6:00 pm
Beach Singles 55+ Happy Hour
4:00 pm
to
5:00 pm
Lewes library book club
5:00 pm
to
6:00 pm
Conversation with Nathan Englander
6:00 pm
to
8:00 pm
CAC Citizens Cafe
6:00 pm
to
8:00 pm
Transcendental Jam & Vegetarian Feast
6:00 pm
to
7:00 pm
Ballroom Dance Class
6:00 pm
to
8:00 pm
Art Installation reception
6:00 pm
Elks Bingo
7:00 pm
to
9:00 pm
Music Bingo
Friday, April 26
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
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
10:00 am
Sit & Get Fit Program
9:00 am
to
12:00 pm
Art Studio
9:15 am
to
10:15 am
Balance & Strength Class
9:30 am
to
10:30 am
Chair Yoga Class
10:00 am
to
2:30 pm
Monthly Food Distribution
10:00 am
to
4:00 pm
LHS exhibit open
10:00 am
to
11:00 am
Chair Tai Chi
10:00 am
to
2:00 pm
Vintage Book & Jewelry Sale
10:30 am
to
1:45 pm
Music Lessons
10:30 am
to
11:00 am
Baby & Me Storytime
10:30 am
to
11:30 am
Zumba Class
11:00 am
Lewes History Highlights walking tour
11:15 am
to
12:15 pm
Tai Chi Class
1:00 pm
to
3:00 pm
Friday Flicks
5:00 pm
to
7:00 pm
American Legion Friday Night Dinner
6:00 pm
Revolutionary Lewes walking tour
6:30 pm
Line Dancing
7:00 pm
Celebrate Recovery group
Saturday, April 27
8:30 am
to
10:00 am
Writing Boot Camp
10:00 am
to
4:00 pm
LHS exhibit open
10:00 am
to
2:00 pm
Spring Fling
10:00 am
to
3:00 pm
Delaware Seaside Railroad Club Train Display
10:00 am
to
4:00 pm
Lewes Life-Saving Station Boat House tour
10:00 am
to
2:00 pm
Vintage Book & Jewelry Sale
10:30 am
Boardwalk Stroll
11:00 am
to
1:00 pm
Health & Wealth panel discussion
11:00 am
to
3:00 pm
Camp Hope fundraiser
11:00 am
Lewes History Highlights walking tour
12:00 pm
to
2:00 pm
Dungeons & Dragons program
12:00 pm
to
4:00 pm
American Legion Family Day
12:00 pm
to
7:00 pm
American Legion Wing Day
2:00 pm
Revolutionary Lewes walking tour
3:00 pm
New Hope Canoe Club recruitment & information meeting
4:00 pm
Capital Ringers concert
5:00 pm
to
6:30 pm
Poetry on Stage program
5:30 pm
to
10:00 pm
Rock & Roll Party fundraiser
Business
Lewes Historical Society cuts ribbon on antique store
18 hours ago
Lewes Historical Society cut the ribbon April 12 on its new antiques store at the society’s complex...
Locos Pink Tacos now serving the Cape Region
20 hours ago
Fulfilling a years-long dream, Alicia Deck and Jonathan Ruiz have opened Locos Pink Tacos, a...
Australia travel expert to present discovery session April 30
20 hours ago
Annette Nero Stellhorn, owner and founder of Accent on Travel, announced local travel advisor...
La Plaza hosts Spring into Summer business expo
1 day ago
La Plaza hosted its Spring into Summer expo April 21 at Cape Henlopen High School in Lewes. The...
Preston Automotive breaks ground on Millsboro dealership
3 days ago
Preston Automotive Group team members celebrated one milestone and turned their eyes – and shovels...
Is your financial advice holding you back?
3 days ago
Financial planning for retirement has been an established industry for at least 30 years at this...
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Blogs
Beetle (Bailey) Mania
By Elise Seyfried
2 days ago
When I had my kids, I looked forward so much to sharing my favorite books, shows, songs and movies...
Earth Friendly Meals
2 days ago
We celebrated Earth Day in our E-meal class this week. You can too, with a cup of chopped onions...
Black Swans
By Elise Seyfried
1 week ago
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Tempeh Time
1 week ago
Here is an E-meal to power you through these gorgeous spring days. In our second class of this...
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PRICE REDUCED~104 DREXEL COURT~MAPLEWOOD~REHOBOTH BEACH
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NEW PRICE! Only 43 Steps To Your Boat In This 3 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom Home!
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Eagle Crest Concerts at Hudson Fields GRAND OPENING & Ribbon Cutting Ceremony!
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Milton
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Introducing 30738 Mary Mitchell Crossing - Milton, DE Paynters Mill | 2 Beds | 2 Baths | $360,000...
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Welcome to the essence of casual coastal charm and versatility in the heart of “The Pines”...
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19021 Charlottetown Way, Lewes, DE | Welcome to the...
Lewes
689,000.00
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1910 N BAY SHORE DRIVE~BACK BAY COVE~MILTON
Milton
2,125,000.00
1910 N Bay Shore Drive, Milton, DE 19968 ~ “BACK BAY COVE” ~ Welcome to a world of unparalleled...
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24160 Bunting Cr, Harbeson, DE
Harbeson
459,900.00
Nearly new Montauk model built in 2021! Walden is in the Cape School District and about 10 miles...
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Van Dyke Avenue outfall pipe cleared of sand
Ellen Driscoll
20 hours ago
Work began in the early morning April 10 to resolve a clogged outfall pipe on Van Dyke Avenue in...