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Tuesday, April 29, 2025
What’s New
Bayhealth named Wellbeing First Champion for clinician mental health
Forum to focus on healthy agriculture and aquaculture June 3
Sussex Academy students earn prizes in youth forum
News Briefs 4/29/25
It’s time for elected officials to protect children from lead poisoning
SOAH responds to criticism of Rehoboth rally
AmeriCorps allowed me to serve Sussex
Drivers should prioritize safety, patience
Royal Packing Co. thrived in downtown Milton
Lewes tours showcase revolutionary roots and beyond
Bid awarded for Minos Conaway intersection project
Sideways smiley face
Vanishing illuminated beetle shines light on environmental threats
News / Police
History hides in plain sight at Cape Henlopen State Park
By Nick Roth
8 hours ago
The annual Delaware Defense Day event at Fort Miles in Cape Henlopen State Park highlighted the...
Immigration bills await action in House, committee
By Melissa Steele
22 hours ago
A bill that limits the release of information on people who hold a driving privilege card moved out...
Beebe, Cape district continue substance abuse program April 30
1 day ago
In collaboration with Soundcheck Prevention Network, Beebe Healthcare and the Cape Henlopen School...
Motorcyclist injured in Long Neck crash
1 day ago
A motorcyclist was injured April 27 following a crash on Route 24 in Long Neck. Officials with the...
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Viewpoints
Dual purpose
By Jim Paterson
10 hours ago
Spring break at the beach
3 days ago
Many people off work and school for spring break enjoyed the warm weather April 22 by spending the...
Tharros village deserves support
4 days ago
Gov. Matt Meyer recently said housing is a human right. To that end, ensuring every person has a...
A stirred bird
By Jim Paterson
4 days ago
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Obituaries
Walter Johnston Bryan, proud veteran, loved flying
22 hours ago
Walter Johnston Bryan, 89, of Lewes, passed away peacefully Thursday, April 24, 2025, at Thomas...
John Douglas Bamforth, loving husband, father, grandfather
1 day ago
John Douglas Bamforth, 86, passed away peacefully Friday, April 25, 2025, at Bayhealth Medical...
Bernice Vivan Bellinger, jewelry store owner
2 days ago
Bernice Vivan (Yanhko) Bellinger died Friday, April 25, 2025, at Golden Crest in Hampstead, Md. She...
Sandra Kennedy, dedicated to helping others
4 days ago
Sandra "Aunt Sandy" Kennedy, 68, cherished aunt, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully...
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Sports
Ice bag becomes swag for injured freshman Emmilyn Swope
9 hours ago
Dislocated and mislocated - Emmilyn Swope has an effervescent personality. She is a freshman two-...
Cape volleyball falls to Sallies
By Dan Cook
1 day ago
The Cape boys’ volleyball team suffered a 25-9, 25-13, 25-15 loss to Salesianum April 25. There...
Seahawks wrap up spring break with close loss to Spartans
By Aaron R. Mushrush
1 day ago
Over spring break, the Sussex Academy softball team sandwiched an 18-1 triumph over First State...
Cape boys’ lax answers the bell against Avon Grove
By Dan Cook
1 day ago
The Cape boys’ lacrosse team got back in the win column with a 17-6 victory over visiting Avon...
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A & E
Clash of the Titans
21 hours ago
The Cape Gazette has received hundreds of amazing photographs since rolling out the Community...
Prize ribbons awarded to Georgetown student art show winners
1 day ago
A closing reception and awards ceremony for the annual Georgetown student art show took place March...
Lewes group to observe Worldwide Knit in Public Day June 14
1 day ago
For Worldwide Knit in Public Day, members of Lewes library’s In the Loop knitting and crocheting...
4/20Pregamin, BlowChella held in Milton
By Ellen McIntyre
1 day ago
Two cannabis-related events, 4/20Pregamin and BlowChella, took place April 19 and 20 at Hudson...
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Cape Life
Cait Pinkleton is an American Discovery Trail angel
By Chris Flood
6 hours ago
Depending on the route taken, an American Discovery Trail hiker will walk between 4,800 and 5,000...
Delmarva Christian students take part in Spiritual Emphasis Day
23 hours ago
Delmarva Christian middle and high school students stepped away from typical academics and into a...
Water Family Fest set May 3 at James Farm near Ocean View
23 hours ago
The Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control and the Center for the...
Bayhealth celebrates inpatient nurse residency graduates
1 day ago
Bayhealth recently announced the graduation of 35 nurses from its Inpatient Nurse Residency Program...
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Local Buzz
What’s the Best of Summer in the Cape? Tell Us & Win!
Cape Gazette
Hot Takes on the Cape: Share Yours for a Chance to Win What’s the best beach snack? Favorite...
Trump administration’s April 2025 tariffs will increase home renovation costs by an average of $7,840, a 15% rise, directly affecting homeowners and flippers.
McWilliams Ballard Coastal - Frank Hornstein
Trump administration’s April 2025 tariffs will increase home renovation costs by an average of $7,...
Personal Property
Bill Cullin
When you purchase a property, it usually includes the land and everything attached to it, such as...
The Purr-fect Place to Promote Your Business!
Cape Gazette
For Pet Lovers, From the Cape Gazette Pet owners are looking for trusted local businesses - make...
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...
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...
Home sellers offer concessions in nearly half of U.S. sales in Q1: Redfin
McWilliams Ballard Coastal - Frank Hornstein
Home sellers offer concessions in nearly half of U.S. sales in Q1: Redfin Home sellers offered...
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Cape Gazette
Show your support for local news and continued trusted coverage of Delaware's Cape Region with a...
WIRING MONEY FOR SETTLEMENT
McWilliams Ballard Coastal - Frank Hornstein
WIRING MONEY FOR SETTLEMENT If you are buying or selling a home you may be wiring money to...
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...
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Calendar of Events
Today
(All day)
Creative Canopies: A History of Trees and Artistry...
(All day)
Delaware Watercolor Society: Best of DWS 2025
(All day)
Into the Light: Works by Sean McCusker
(All day)
Overglazed: Painted Porcelain by Paola Bari
8:30 am
Boardwalk Stroll
10:00 am
to
12:00 pm
Alzheimer’s Caregivers Support Group
10:30 am
to
11:00 am
Preschool Story Time
12:00 pm
to
7:00 pm
American Legion Taco Day
2:00 pm
to
3:30 pm
Adult Coloring group
5:00 pm
to
6:30 pm
Foreign Policy Association’s Great Decisions...
7:00 pm
to
9:00 pm
Dancing Argentine Tango
Wednesday, April 30
(All day)
Overglazed: Painted Porcelain by Paola Bari
(All day)
Creative Canopies: A History of Trees and Artistry...
(All day)
Delaware Watercolor Society: Best of DWS 2025
(All day)
Into the Light: Works by Sean McCusker
9:00 am
to
12:00 pm
Art time in the library
9:30 am
Duplicate Bridge
10:30 am
to
11:30 am
Baby & Toddler Story Time
11:00 am
to
1:00 pm
Soup Social
11:00 am
to
1:00 pm
GriefShare support group
12:00 pm
to
7:00 pm
American Legion Whatever Wednesday Bartender’s...
4:00 pm
to
7:00 pm
Relay for Life of Sussex County kick-off party
5:00 pm
to
7:00 pm
Delaware Seaside Railroad Club Train Display
6:00 pm
to
7:30 pm
Lewes Legends Evening Walking Tour
6:00 pm
to
7:30 pm
Lewes Legends walking tour
6:00 pm
to
8:00 pm
Free Write
7:00 pm
to
9:00 pm
Music bingo
Thursday, May 1
(All day)
Overglazed: Painted Porcelain by Paola Bari
(All day)
Creative Canopies: A History of Trees and Artistry...
(All day)
Delaware Watercolor Society: Best of DWS 2025
(All day)
Into the Light: Works by Sean McCusker
8:30 am
Boardwalk Stroll
10:00 am
to
12:00 pm
AAUW notable books discussion
11:00 am
to
3:00 pm
Friends of Milton Public Library Book and Gift Shop
11:00 am
to
12:30 pm
Socrates Café
11:00 am
to
11:45 am
Lewes History Highlights walking tour
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
7:00 pm
American Legion Build a Burger Day
1:00 pm
Brunch for single gay men
1:00 pm
Alzheimer’s caregivers support group
1:30 pm
to
3:30 pm
Cancer Support Group
2:00 pm
to
3:30 pm
Spanish Conversation Group
3:00 pm
to
5:00 pm
In the Loop Knitting & Crocheting group
5:00 pm
to
6:00 pm
A View Into the Past: Historic House Tour
5:00 pm
Historic House tour
6:00 pm
to
8:00 pm
Transcendental Jam & Vegetarian Feast
6:00 pm
Elks Bingo
6:00 pm
to
8:00 pm
Transcendental Jam & Vegetarian Feast
Business
Local hotel staffer honored at Stars of the Industry Awards
21 hours ago
The Delaware Hotel & Lodging Association recognized outstanding individuals and their...
Apply online at DMV to retain car tags
1 day ago
The Delaware Division of Motor Vehicles recently said customers can now use its online services...
Museum program to highlight Delmarva’s canning industry May 10
1 day ago
The Milford Museum American History Series will continue at 1 p.m., Saturday, May 10, at the...
Southern Delaware Tourism hosts expo
1 day ago
Southern Delaware Tourism held its Tourism Partners Expo April 15 at Nassau Valley Vineyards, Lewes...
Right Balance Pilates announces opening of Lewes studio
2 days ago
Right Balance Pilates hosted a grand opening and ribbon cutting April 2, for its new location at...
Delaware Restaurant Foundation event celebrates future hospitality leaders
2 days ago
The Delaware Restaurant Foundation recently hosted its annual Foundation Dinner at Riverfront...
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Blogs
Chicken Jockeys!
By Elise Seyfried
9 hours ago
I’m a veteran children’s theatre performer, quite familiar with the tradition of audience...
For the Plot
By Elise Seyfried
1 week ago
As a writer (and reader), I’m much more intrigued by character development than clever plot twists...
Have an E-meal for Earthday
1 week ago
Grab some potatoes, sweet or white. Pop them in the oven. Let them bake for an hour or so till...
The Empress of Ice Cream
By Elise Seyfried
2 weeks ago
As a soi-disant essayist, I crank out my little 500-worders every week. I don’t kid myself that...
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699,500.00
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