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Thursday, January 8, 2026
What’s New
Paying for College workshop set Jan. 15
Lewes couple celebrates 50th wedding anniversary
Mulberry Street Extended temporarily shut down
Sussex Academy senior merits national recognition
Rehoboth Art League to host opening receptions Jan. 9
Insurance pros honor agent Billy Reese for excellence
Cape district staff recognized for remarkable athletic achievements
Junior Miss Sussex supports children receiving lab services
Seven receive Men of Kwanzaa awards
Cape basketball tames Wildcats in double OT
Cape unified basketball tips off season with battle of champions
Cape wrestling escapes Milford with 42-35 win
Pacing into 2026
News / Police
Former Sussex County prosecutor arrested for DUI
16 hours ago
Former Sussex County prosecutor Martin Cosgrove has been arrested in relation to a hit-and-run DUI...
Rehoboth thrift shop to host leave-taking service Jan. 10
17 hours ago
A service of Taking Leave, Farewell Blessing and Reflections will be held at 10 a.m., Saturday, Jan...
Latest climate action plan pushes for net-zero by 2050
By Melissa Steele
17 hours ago
Delaware’s latest Climate Action Plan continues to predict rising sea levels and temperatures with...
DelDOT paving Union Street in Milton
By Ryan Mavity
1 day ago
Delaware Department of Transportation crews are at work in downtown Milton doing street repaving on...
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Viewpoints
Angler’s Motel welcomes guests in 1975
1 day ago
The Angler’s Motel once stood along the Lewes-Rehoboth Canal in Lewes. Built in the 1950s, it had...
Flu cases are on the rise this holiday season
By William Albanese
2 days ago
Lately, you’re probably noticing the signs of flu everywhere: more people wearing masks, families...
Finding ...
2 days ago
250th anniversary: Tom Paine’s ‘Common Sense’
By Ron KL Collins and Amy Marasco
2 days ago
He took chances while others took time. He voiced the improbable while articulating the only...
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Obituaries
Earl Marvin Cannon Jr., heart of gold
18 hours ago
Dr. Earl Marvin Cannon Jr. passed away peacefully Saturday, Jan. 3, 2026, in Harrisonburg, Va. He...
Sherry Harmer, loved animals, nature
19 hours ago
Sherry (Cheryl J.) Harmer found peace Monday, Dec. 29, 2025. She passed amidst the love and support...
Nancy Jean Cate, woman of faith
20 hours ago
Nancy Jean Cate, 84, passed away Monday, Jan. 5, 2026, at AccentCare Hospice at Christiana Hospital...
James C. Stefanelli, active church member, volunteer
1 day ago
James C. Stefanelli, 67, left this earth peacefully Thursday, Jan. 1, 2026, in Milford, with his...
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Sports
New Year’s weekend races draw 1,000 runners and walkers
By Dave Frederick
1 day ago
The Boardwalk at the top of Rehoboth Avenue in Rehoboth Beach was teeming with runners on New Year’...
Navin Duffy displays skills at 2025 Kicking World National Showcase
By Aaron R. Mushrush
1 day ago
Few things are more chaotic than the recruiting process, especially with the new transfer portal,...
Pups and pop-pops are ready for banner year in 2026
By Dave Frederick
2 days ago
Just some kid - One-mile walkers and 5K runners mesh at the end of their endeavors. This little guy...
Charity runners raise $28,000 for Surfgimp Foundation
2 days ago
Nearly three dozen charity runners participating in the 2025 Rehoboth Seashore Marathon Dec. 6...
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A & E
Santa Sunrise
2 days ago
Mary Ann Varner captured Santa’s House glowing at sunrise Dec. 26 along the Rehoboth Boardwalk as...
Lewes polar bears take the plunge on New Year’s Day
By Dan Cook
2 days ago
Nearly 80 people plunged into the 42-degree Atlantic Ocean at Cape Henlopen State Park Jan. 1 to...
Author and artist Elise Zoller to kick off Spotlight Series Jan. 29
3 days ago
Freeman Arts Pavilion’s 2026 Spotlight Series will feature more than 20 events, celebrating...
Browseabout book club meetings continue Jan. 11
4 days ago
Browseabout Books’ Horror Book Club will meet from 3 to 4:30 p.m., Sunday, Jan. 11, for a...
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Cape Life
The Gazette shines in the Eiffel Tower glow
14 hours ago
The Eiffel Tower was originally conceived as a temporary centerpiece for the 1889 World’s Fair, but...
HO Brittingham extols student achievement and school spirit
18 hours ago
H.O. Brittingham Elementary School brought students and staff together in early December for a high...
Jubilee Day service held in Georgetown
By Deny Howeth
18 hours ago
Lower Sussex NAACP celebrated Jubilee Day Jan. 1, at Pilgrims Ministry of Deliverance in Georgetown...
RSVPs due Jan. 14 for Lewes DAR genealogical research program
23 hours ago
The Col. David Hall Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution will host its third program...
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Local Buzz
Taking It With You
Bill Cullin
Before you list your home for sale, take a careful look around. Are there some items you will want...
The Different “Flavors” of Retirement Money–And the Cost of Choosing the Wrong Flavor!
George Reilly
Money is money, right? Actually that is not right, particularly for folks in retirement who may...
Top 5 Financial Planning Concerns for Retirees-(4) Inflation and Stock Market Volatility Risks
George Reilly
Continuing our series on the top concerns of retirees for both financial and non-financial issues,...
Stop the scroll!
Cape Gazette
They say print is dead — but that’s never been true. Print didn’t stop working because the medium...
Top 5 Non-Financial Planning Concerns for Retirees-(4) Adapting to Major Life Transitions
George Reilly
Top 5 Non-Financial Planning Concerns for Retirees-(4) Adapting to Major Life Transitions...
Worried About Inflation? Take a Look at How Much Money You’ll Save with a Home in Delaware
Active Adults Realty®
While we help all kinds of people find or sell homes, we’re meeting lots of folks who are...
Why You Shouldn't Plant Trees too Close to Your Deck or Shed
Mike Kogler Team
Why You Shouldn't Plant Trees too Close to Your Deck or Shed
Trees can provide shade and...
Mystic Monday at St. Peter’s Church
St. Peter’s Episcopal Church
Mystic Monday, held on January 19 at 7:00 p.m., coincides with Martin Luther King, Jr. Day and will...
Signed, Sealed and Delivered
Bill Cullin
Most people assume that when a real estate deed is signed, it is effective. However, there is one...
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Calendar of Events
Today
8:30 am
Boardwalk Stroll
10:00 am
to
12:00 pm
AAUW notable books discussion
11:00 am
to
12:30 pm
Socrates Café
11:30 am
NARFE Chapter 1690 luncheon meeting
12:00 pm
to
7:00 pm
American Legion Build a Burger Day
1:00 pm
Pinelands history hike
1:30 pm
to
3:30 pm
Cancer Support Group
2:00 pm
to
3:30 pm
Spanish Conversation Group
5:30 pm
to
6:30 pm
Snapology program
6:00 pm
Elks Bingo
6:00 pm
to
8:00 pm
Transcendental Jam & Vegetarian Feast
7:00 pm
Compassionate Friends meeting
Friday, January 9
7:30 am
to
8:45 am
Rehoboth Beach Sunrise Rotary Club meeting
1:00 pm
to
3:30 pm
Friday Flicks
4:30 pm
to
7:30 pm
Gaming Under the Great Dune event
7:00 pm
Celebrate Recovery group
Saturday, January 10
8:30 am
to
10:00 am
Writing Boot Camp
10:00 am
to
2:00 pm
Friends of Milton Public Library Book and Gift Shop
10:00 am
to
3:00 pm
Delaware Seaside Railroad Club Train Display
12:00 pm
to
7:00 pm
American Legion Wing Day
12:00 pm
SAL Lewestown chapter meeting
Business
DRBA hearing to address proposed ferry fare changes Jan. 12
19 hours ago
Delaware River and Bay Authority officials will host a virtual public hearing at 6:30 p.m., Monday...
Taco Bell reopens outside Rehoboth Beach
21 hours ago
The Taco Bell on Route 1 near Rehoboth Beach has finally reopened following a fire that damaged the...
Delmarva Power files two requests with Public Service Commission
2 days ago
Delmarva Power submitted two filings Dec. 9 to the Delaware Public Service Commission designed to...
Dogfish Head rings in the new year with Hop Drop
2 days ago
The new year arrived in Milton with the drop of a hop. Dogfish Head hosted its Hop Drop Dec. 31,...
Delmarva Power enhancements help ensure reliable energy service
3 days ago
To keep homes and businesses warm and well-lit throughout the upcoming winter season, Delmarva...
Sweet Chalet and Scout Milton in Milton have closed
3 days ago
After about 18 months in downtown Milton, Sweet Chalet and Scout Milton have closed. Located on...
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Blogs
My Day in Esrever (Reverse)
By Elise Seyfried
2 days ago
Wow. I thought I was “hep” to all the cutting-edge anti-aging tips and tricks. You know: lots of...
Confessions of an Ultracrepidarian
By Elise Seyfried
1 week ago
When I learned the word “ultracrepidarian” and its definition (one who attempts to speak...
Traditionally
By Elise Seyfried
2 weeks ago
Having just completed the merry celebration of my birthday yesterday (and I won’t tell you which...
Drafty
By Elise Seyfried
3 weeks ago
I’m not one for drafts (weather-related ones and written ones both). To me, they have the same...
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Mulberry Street Extended temporarily shut down
Ryan Mavity
2 hours ago
Milton Fire Department was on the scene at the Quick Stop at the corner of Route 16 and Mulberry...
