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Friday, December 8, 2023
What’s New
Hoey Stevenson announces run for 6th District Senate seat
Foundation to increase Fourth Street Preserve gifts by 50%
Lindsay Behney named Sussex County Employee of the Year
News Briefs 12/8/23
Lewes lifeguards mark second year on the beaches
Central runs at Cape in December frostbite meet
Carrie Clausius a perfect choice for Tough Cookie Award
Seashore marathon, half-marathon draw 2,600 runners
Marijuana regulations on Sussex council’s docket
Residents get gated access to Governors near Lewes
Financial literacy an important issue
Sun room
Milton Christmas parade rings in the holidays
News / Police
Milton council approves Scarlet Oaks annexation
By Ryan Mavity
2 hours ago
Milton Town Council unanimously approved the annexation of 50 acres of land at Harbeson Road and...
Drive-thru mobile food pantry set Dec. 11 in Georgetown
13 hours ago
The Food Bank of Delaware will hold a drive-thru mobile pantry distribution at 10 a.m., Monday, Dec...
Schell employees initiate 12 Days of Giving campaign
By Ron MacArthur
14 hours ago
Schell Brothers employees have embarked on a 12 Days of Giving campaign to support various Sussex...
Men face drug, weapon charges following Millsboro traffic stop
18 hours ago
A Bridgeville man and an Ellendale man face drug and weapon charges following a Dec. 5 traffic stop...
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Viewpoints
Loyalties to the South force Gov. Ross to leave the country
By Ron MacArthur
2 hours ago
Sussex was a conflicted county in the year leading up to and during the Civil War 1861-65. While...
Sussex roads need reflectors
By William Anthony
11 minutes ago
When I read a recent letter to the editor about headlights, specifically leaving high beams on when...
Milton tree clearing is disappointing
By Carson Siddall
26 minutes ago
I am writing to express my concerns and disappointment regarding the recent tree clearing at the...
Sussex should adopt school assessment
By J. Dean Abbott
56 minutes ago
I am writing this letter to thank Cape Gazette staff writer Ellen Driscoll for the excellent...
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Obituaries
Sandra K. Moore, enjoyed serving others
1 day ago
Sandra K. “Sandy”(Montgomery) Moore, 78, of Georgetown, passed away peacefully Sunday, Dec. 3, 2023...
Patricia A. Brown, enjoyed knitting
1 day ago
Patricia A. “Patsy” Brown, 84, of Milton, passed away peacefully at home Sunday, Dec. 3, 2023....
Anahid G. Berberian, beacon of love, selflessness
1 day ago
Anahid G. Berberian, 85, passed away Saturday, Dec, 2, 2023, in Manakin Sabot, Va., surrounded by...
Joseph A. Trzcinski, loved clamming, crabbing
1 day ago
Joseph A. Trzcinski passed away peacefully at home Monday, Dec. 4, 2023. He was born on June 19...
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Sports
State championship hockey banquet at Schellville is surreal
By Dave Frederick
2 hours ago
The word surreal is misused and overused in the sports arena, as if athletes all suddenly turned...
Athletes of the Week Dec. 8
1 hour ago
Patrick Donahue Last wrestling season, Patrick Donahue went from JV state champion to Henlopen...
Sussex Academy girls’ swimming hopes to defend Henlopen title
By Aaron R. Mushrush
11 hours ago
As dawn breaks in the County Seat during the frigid mornings of late fall and into winter, a group...
Sussex Academy athletes shone during fall season
By Aaron R. Mushrush
13 hours ago
Sussex Academy athletes soared to new heights during the fall season. “This fall really set a good...
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A & E
Festival of Lights brings traditional foods to the table
By Denise Clemons
2 hours ago
Yesterday at sundown marked the start of the Jewish holiday of Hanukkah (sometimes spelled Chanukah...
Author and singer Amy Burgard to appear at Ellen Rice Studio Dec. 13
11 hours ago
The Ellen Rice Studio in Ocean View will host a casual meet-and-greet and book/CD signing for local...
STEPPIN’ OUT
Pamala Stanley to perform Dec. 13 in Rehoboth Beach
16 hours ago
Join Piano Pam from 6 to 8 p.m., every Wednesday, at Freddie's Beach Bar & Restaurant in...
Milton Arts Guild sets Hearts for Holidays parties Dec. 16-17
17 hours ago
As part of its Hearts Need Art initiative, Milton Arts Guild will host two heart-making parties to...
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Cape Life
Vintage holiday postcards and traditions program set Dec. 13
9 hours ago
The Rehoboth Beach Museum will host one of the co-authors of its book, “Greetings from Rehoboth...
Sussex County fire prevention contest winners honored
10 hours ago
The Sussex County Volunteer Firefighters Association held its annual fire prevention poster and...
Notes on the Beach holiday sing-along set Dec. 10
12 hours ago
Millsboro Public Library staff invites the community to a free holiday music sing-along from 2 to 3...
Magnificent Mamas Collective to host luncheon Dec. 13
15 hours ago
The Magnificent Mamas Collective will host guest speaker Lauren Fonvielle with Mindshift at its...
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Local Buzz
ONLY A FEW BOXES LEFT! Hurry...
DelaWares Box
If you’ve been eyeing a DelaWares Box but missed the cutoff to get your order in – you’re in luck...
New Street Home Offers Grace and Better Odds!
Christian Grace
Georgetown, DE … An affordable housing shortage is especially difficult for people often rejected...
Improving To Sell
Bill Cullin
Many homeowners wait until they are ready to put their home on the market before painting, planting...
Grooming Your Yard
Bill Cullin
Does your yard have a freshly-painted fence, a smooth, green lawn and a well-trimmed hedge? A well-...
Give the Gift of Saving Money at Exceptional Restaurants!
Keep It Local Dining Card
With the Keep It Local Dining Card,diners may Buy One Entreé, get $15 Off Second Entreé*one time...
Sales Contracts
Bill Cullin
The purchase or sale of a home is one of the most complicated business transactions most people...
Pros and Cons of Buying a House With Vaulted Ceilings
Mike Kogler Team
Pros and Cons of Buying a House With Vaulted Ceilings
Vaulted ceilings can be found in...
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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Pickleball Might Be Your Favorite Activity in Your New Neighborhood
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Calendar of Events
Today
7:45 am
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8:15 am
Walk Aerobics Class DVD Led
8:00 am
to
12:00 pm
Lewes Senior Activity Center open
8:00 am
to
4:00 pm
Fitness Room open
8:30 am
to
10:00 am
Weight Down Club
9:00 am
to
10:00 am
Sit & Get Fit Program
9:00 am
to
12:00 pm
Fitness Room open
9:00 am
to
10:00 am
LeBlast Dance Fitness
9:00 am
to
12:00 pm
Art Studio
9:00 am
to
2:00 pm
Billiards League
9:15 am
to
10:15 am
Balance & Strength Class
9:30 am
to
10:30 am
Chair Yoga Class
10:00 am
to
4:00 pm
LHS Antique Shop open
10:00 am
to
2:00 pm
Holiday Boutique at Milford Public Library
10:00 am
to
6:00 pm
Millsboro Lions Fritter Shack
10:00 am
to
11:00 am
Chair Tai Chi
10:30 am
to
11:30 am
Over 50 Senior Yoga
10:30 am
to
11:30 am
Zumba Class
10:30 am
to
1:45 pm
Music Lessons
11:15 am
to
12:15 pm
Tai Chi Class
12:00 pm
to
2:00 pm
Mahjong
1:00 pm
to
3:00 pm
Friday Flicks
1:30 pm
to
3:00 pm
Table Top Tree workshop
1:30 pm
to
3:30 pm
Browseabout Book Club
5:00 pm
to
8:00 pm
Holiday Handmade Market
5:00 pm
to
7:00 pm
American Legion Friday Night Dinner
5:00 pm
to
9:00 pm
Lewes Lights self-guided holiday lights tour
Saturday, December 9
8:30 am
to
10:00 am
Writing Boot Camp
9:00 am
to
3:00 pm
Milton Holly Festival
10:00 am
to
4:00 pm
LHS Antique Shop open
10:00 am
to
2:00 pm
Holiday Boutique at Milford Public Library
10:00 am
to
3:00 pm
Delaware Seaside Railroad Club Train Display
10:00 am
to
2:00 pm
Millsboro Lions Fritter Shack
10:00 am
to
1:00 pm
Anna Hazzard Tent House open house
10:30 am
to
11:15 am
Kids yoga
11:00 am
to
1:00 pm
Gingerbread & Games program
12:00 pm
to
7:00 pm
American Legion Wing Day
1:00 pm
to
2:00 pm
Christmas with Mark Twain
1:00 pm
to
3:00 pm
Santa’s Lewes House open
1:00 pm
to
3:00 pm
VFW Children’s Christmas Party
2:30 pm
to
6:30 pm
Milton Holiday House Tour
4:00 pm
to
7:00 pm
Miriam's Table Holiday House
4:00 pm
Capital Ringers Christmas Show
5:00 pm
Christmas Bazaar
5:00 pm
to
9:00 pm
Lewes Lights self-guided holiday lights tour
5:00 pm
to
7:00 pm
Santa’s Lewes House open
6:00 pm
Choralis Chamber Ensemble concert
7:00 pm
“Darkness Into Light” Christmas Pageant
Sunday, December 10
9:00 am
to
2:00 pm
Sussex Consortium Winter Craft & Vendor Fair
11:00 am
Creative Movement Virtual Yoga
12:00 pm
to
6:00 pm
American Legion Cheesesteak Day
1:00 pm
to
4:00 pm
Holiday Stroll
1:00 pm
to
3:00 pm
GriefShare support group
2:00 pm
to
4:00 pm
Sussex Preservation Coalition celebration & fundraiser
2:00 pm
The Magic of Christmas Concert
3:00 pm
Holiday extravaganza at Epworth UMC
4:00 pm
Capital Ringers Christmas Show
5:00 pm
to
6:00 pm
Menorah Lighting
5:00 pm
to
9:00 pm
Lewes Lights self-guided holiday lights tour
6:30 pm
Worldwide Candle Lighting Service
Business
An Italian adventure to benefit our fledgling chefs
2 hours ago
The shortage of qualified restaurant help continues. New hires for both front and back of house are...
Brush Factory in Lewes to host holiday open house Dec. 9
7 hours ago
The Brush Factory will host a complimentary open house tasting event from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.,...
Cantina Claus celebration set Dec. 16
13 hours ago
The Big Chill Surf Cantina will host a spirited holiday event called Cantina Claus from 8 to 11 p.m...
Employers still have time to grandfather paid leave benefits
18 hours ago
The state’s new paid family leave law doesn’t go into effect until Jan. 1, 2026, but now is the...
Waterman’s Seafood Co. merges with Fins Hospitality Group
22 hours ago
The beloved Waterman’s Seafood Co. in Ocean City, Md., is joining the Fins Hospitality Group....
Top Delaware chef joins The Pines American bistro as partner
23 hours ago
Lion Gardner is a new partner at The Pines restaurant in downtown Rehoboth Beach. Best known as...
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Blogs
A Very Hallmark Holiday Special: Love in the Card Store
By Elise Seyfried
2 days ago
SETTING: A Hallmark Card Store, Any Little Town, USA CHARACTERS: CASHIER, HOLLY CHRISTMAN, BRENT...
Cleaned to Death
By Elise Seyfried
1 week ago
It’s new! It’s popular! It’s from Sweden! Nope, not IKEA, not this time. It’s the latest craze, “...
Mwah!!
By Elise Seyfried
2 weeks ago
We humans put an awful lot of stock in kisses, don’t we? Letters are sealed with lipsticky kisses,...
Thanksgiving Beauty
2 weeks ago
Let this beauty take centerstage on your Thanksgiving table. Don't worry. Purple cauliflower is not...
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