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Tuesday, April 23, 2024
What’s New
Author Diana McDonough to appear May 16 for Millsboro event
CHEER honors Korean War veterans
Delora Jane Benner, loved her family
Theresa M. Johnson, generous woman
Joseph F. Balback, loved family, outdoors
Lunch benefits Champions for Children’s Mental Health
Delmarva Christian Schools inspires young minds on Science Day
VegRehoboth seeks exhibitors for Planet Delaware Sept. 13-15
View Along the Canal
Mariner Middle career fair enlightens students
Local Italians celebrate Verrazzano in Rehoboth Beach
Cape girls’ lax jump starts Milford, cruises to 22-1 victory
Cape boys’ lax beats winless Dover 24-1
News / Police
DelDOT: New Five Points roundabout partially open
1 day ago
The Delaware Department of Transportation announced that the Plantation Road/Beaver Dam Road...
Living history at Fort Miles
By Ron MacArthur
2 days ago
See more photos in the Friday, April 26 edition.
Caucus hears Sussex County healthcare concerns
By Melissa Steele
2 days ago
A Caucus on Aging met in Lewes April 11 for a Sussex County viewpoint that the group can use when...
Rehoboth Ave. projects move to site-plan hearing
By Chris Flood
2 days ago
A trio of proposed mixed-use structures on Rehoboth Avenue took a step forward April 11, when the...
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Viewpoints
Lightening the load
By Jim Paterson
3 days ago
Rehoboth needs to explain hire
3 days ago
The City of Rehoboth Beach will be welcoming its third city manager in two years this spring, and...
Kings Highway plan: Not perfect but best plan yet devised
By Gail Van Gilder, Joseph A. Pika and Jay Tomlinson
3 days ago
DelDOT’s plan for Kings Highway has unleashed a vibrant exchange of views on the pages of the Cape...
Builders must contribute to schools
By Mary Beth Palkon-Krytzer
3 days ago
No doubt that Sussex County is one of the fastest-growing counties in Delaware. All one has to do...
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Obituaries
Dawn Elizabeth McGee-Passwaters, passionate teacher
11 hours ago
The veil was lowered and our heavenly Father called Dawn Elizabeth McGee-Passwaters home the...
Michael E. Upman, man of faith
12 hours ago
Michael E. Upman, 77, of Lewes, went home to the Lord Tuesday, April 16, 2024, following a heroic...
Richard Wagner, veteran, creative soul
13 hours ago
Richard “Bucky” Wagner passed away peacefully Saturday, April 20, 2024, from complications...
John William Bogia, proud veteran
2 days ago
John William "Jack" Bogia, 87, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and...
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Sports
Cape softball shuts out Ravens, downs Decatur
By Dan Cook
13 hours ago
A strong 20 mph wind couldn’t prevent Abby Marsh from jacking a low, inside pitch over the left-...
Cape baseball falls to Ravens 3-1
By Dan Cook
13 hours ago
The Sussex Tech baseball team used a big sixth inning to knock Cape from the undefeated ranks with...
Hutt strikes out 12 in Royals’ 8-1 softball victory
By Aaron R. Mushrush
13 hours ago
A change in the circle led to favorable results for the Delmarva Christian softball team April 18...
Delmarva Christian spiked by Providence Christian Academy
By Aaron R. Mushrush
13 hours ago
After rattling off six straight sets in the previous two matches, the Delmarva Christian boys’...
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A & E
Food for Thought exhibit reception set April 28 in Milton
15 hours ago
Milton Arts Guild’s Food For Thought exhibit will open Thursday, April 25, at 107 Federal St.,...
Free Comic Book Day fun set at Ogre’s Grove in Milton May 4
23 hours ago
The biggest day of the year for comic shops is Free Comic Book Day, held the first Saturday in May...
Mid-Atlantic Symphony to spotlight American composers
1 day ago
The Mid-Atlantic Symphony Orchestra will present the Delaware premiere of Peter Boyer’s “Rhapsody...
Tarot card reader Julia Gordon-Bramer to appear at May 5 Illuminate Festival
1 day ago
Renowned tarot card reader Julia Gordon-Bramer will be giving readings by appointment from 10 a.m....
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Cape Life
Elks support Cape High JROTC
13 hours ago
The Cape Henlopen Elks Lodge 2540 Veterans Committee recently presented a $500 check to Cape...
Girl Scout Troop 665 donates to Cape schools
By Ellen Driscoll
15 hours ago
Girl Scout Troop 665 members stopped by Lewes Elementary April 10 to drop off five baskets of...
‘Ladybugs’ Adventure’ author to read at Milford festival April 27
17 hours ago
Author L. Gianforte will read her latest children’s book, “The Ladybugs’ Adventure: A Read-to-Me...
Rehoboth history lecture to cover Horn’s pavilion May 9
1 day ago
The next Rehoboth Beach History Lecture, exploring the story of Horn’s Pavilion, is set for 7:15 p....
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Local Buzz
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....
4 Essential Steps to Buying a Home
Bill Cullin
By Kara Masterson
Buying a new home can be a complicated undertaking, especially for...
Help Wanted - Delivery Driver
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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....
Hess No-Hits Hofstra in 1-0 Win
University of Delaware - Department of Athletics, Community, and Campus Recreation
NEWARK, Del. - University of Delaware's Morgan Hess pitched a no-hitter against Hofstra on April 20...
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...
Mother’s Day Brunch Buffet in The Lewes Room at Irish Eyes
Irish Eyes Pub & Restaurant
Sunday, May 12th 10am to 2:30pm Mother’s Day Brunch Buffet upstairs in The Lewes...
Delaware Athletics Ticket Packages
University of Delaware - Department of Athletics, Community, and Campus Recreation
2024 Football season ticket memberships are on sale! Football Season Ticket Membership From...
7 Signs it’s Time to Hire a Social Media Manager
High Five! Creative
So, you run a business and are looking for more ways to market your products or services? Social...
Delaware, CAA Releases 2024 Football Schedule
University of Delaware - Department of Athletics, Community, and Campus Recreation
NEWARK, Del. – The University of Delaware and the Coastal Athletic Association have announced the...
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Calendar of Events
Today
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
1:00 pm
Billiards
8:00 am
to
9:00 am
Cardio Blast Class
8:00 am
to
4:00 pm
Billiards
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
4:00 pm
Lewes Life-Saving Station Boat House tour
10:00 am
to
4:00 pm
LHS exhibit open
10:00 am
to
12:00 pm
Alzheimer’s Caregivers Support Group
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
to
12:00 pm
Feelings Rock program
11:00 am
Lewes History Highlights walking tour
11:00 am
to
3:00 pm
Penny Bingo
11:00 am
to
1:00 pm
Soup & Salad ministry
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
1:30 pm
to
2:30 pm
Tai Chi Class
2:00 pm
to
3:30 pm
Adult Coloring group
4:00 pm
to
5:00 pm
Yoga Strength Class
6:00 pm
to
8:00 pm
SDARJ film discussion
6:30 pm
to
7:30 pm
Pints & Pages Book Club for Millennials
7:00 pm
to
9:00 pm
Dancing Argentine Tango
Wednesday, April 24
7:45 am
to
8:15 am
Walk Aerobics Class DVD Led
8:00 am
to
9:00 am
Tai Chi Fan class
8:00 am
to
4:00 pm
Fitness Room open
8:00 am
to
4:00 pm
Billiards
9:00 am
to
11:00 am
The Yarners Group
9:00 am
to
10:00 am
Grandparents of People on the Spectrum support group
9:00 am
to
10:00 am
Arthritis Exercise Class
9:00 am
to
4:00 pm
Fitness Room open
9:15 am
to
10:15 am
Fitness Circuit Training Class
9:30 am
Duplicate Bridge
9:30 am
to
10:30 am
Yoga Class
9:30 am
to
10:30 am
Ball & Band Exercise Class
10:00 am
to
2:00 pm
Vintage Book & Jewelry Sale
10:00 am
to
11:00 am
Gentle Yoga
10:00 am
to
4:00 pm
LHS exhibit open
11:00 am
to
2:00 pm
Mahjong
11:00 am
to
12:00 pm
LaBlast Dance Fitness
11:00 am
Lewes History Highlights walking tour
11:00 am
to
1:00 pm
Soup Social
11:45 am
to
4:00 pm
Bingo Pot of Gold & Penny Bingo
12:00 pm
to
7:00 pm
American Legion Taco Day
12:00 pm
Single Seniors Beach Club
12:30 pm
to
1:30 pm
Chair Yoga Class DVD Led
2:00 pm
Flipper Game
2:00 pm
to
4:00 pm
Poker
3:00 pm
to
5:00 pm
Bay Banter & Brews event
3:30 pm
to
7:00 pm
Cornhole
3:30 pm
to
7:00 pm
Billiards & Ping Pong
4:30 pm
Stay & Play with Friends
5:00 pm
to
6:30 pm
Earth Week film screening & discussion
5:00 pm
to
7:30 pm
Delaware Seaside Railroad Club Train Display
6:00 pm
to
8:00 pm
Teen Game Night
6:00 pm
to
7:30 pm
Lewes Legends walking tour
6:00 pm
to
8:00 pm
Free Write
6:00 pm
to
7:00 pm
Meditation group
6:30 pm
Convention of States meeting
Thursday, April 25
(All day)
CAMP Rehoboth Women’s Fest
7:45 am
to
8:15 am
Walk Aerobics Class DVD Led
8:00 am
to
9:00 am
Cardio Blast Class
8:00 am
to
11:00 am
Wood Carving Group
8:00 am
to
4:00 pm
Fitness Room open
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
3:00 pm
Chess Club
1:00 pm
to
2:00 pm
Stress Reducing Movement
1:30 pm
to
3:30 pm
Marbles & Jokers
1:30 pm
to
3:30 pm
Cancer Support Group
2:00 pm
to
3:30 pm
Spanish Conversation Group
3:00 pm
to
4:00 pm
Build It
4:00 pm
to
5:00 pm
Lewes library book club
4:00 pm
to
6:00 pm
Beach Singles 55+ Happy Hour
5:00 pm
to
6:00 pm
Conversation with Nathan Englander
6:00 pm
to
8:00 pm
Transcendental Jam & Vegetarian Feast
6:00 pm
to
7:00 pm
Ballroom Dance Class
6:00 pm
Elks Bingo
6:00 pm
to
8:00 pm
Art Installation reception
6:00 pm
to
8:00 pm
CAC Citizens Cafe
7:00 pm
to
9:00 pm
Music Bingo
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Preston Automotive breaks ground on Millsboro dealership
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Preston Automotive Group team members celebrated one milestone and turned their eyes – and shovels...
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DelDOT: New Five Points roundabout partially open
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The Delaware Department of Transportation announced that the Plantation Road/Beaver Dam Road...