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Monday, April 27, 2026
What’s New
Robin Lynn Yarnall, cherished her family
Matias Baker, man of faith
Police investigating Lewes fatal crash
Freeman Arts Pavilion adds more shows to 2026 season
Sheila Bravo appointed as chief philanthropy officer of Beebe Medical Foundation
Elks share love of reading with local kindergarteners
Rehoboth Beach Arts Festival set for May 16 at Grove Park
Milton chamber donates to Lions Club
Judge orders Department of Labor to release wage reports
County changes future land-use map for Reed Farms site near Milton
Sussex County unveils new bookmobile
Sussex County introduces proposed forest preservation rules
Goldfinch takes center stage
News / Police
Bill to strengthen healthcare workforce moves through House
By Melissa Steele
18 hours ago
A bill updating regulations for physician associates and assistants passed the House April 14....
Reshaping of Broadkill Beach dune complete
By Chris Flood
19 hours ago
A project designed to rebuild the protective dune of the Broadkill Beach community into a shape...
Submerged gravel wetland is new Center for the Inland Bays project
1 day ago
The Delaware Center for the Inland Bays will begin constructing a submerged gravel wetland on...
Nontidal wetlands bill heard in committee
By Melissa Steele
1 day ago
A bill that would streamline permitting for nontidal wetlands areas moved through committee April...
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Viewpoints
Inspector general nom a step forward
3 days ago
For years, Delaware citizens have called for the creation of an Office of Inspector General. In...
Title IX Turmoil
By Jim Paterson
3 days ago
Beebe volunteers give from the heart
By Ashley Foster
3 days ago
In a community-based, nonprofit healthcare system like Beebe, our greatest strength has always been...
Real estate has a transparency problem
By Dustin Parker
3 days ago
A family lists their home for sale, accepts an offer and starts packing. Then the buyer's...
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Obituaries
Susan Marie Short, lifelong artist, devout Catholic
2 days ago
Susan Marie Short (Waters) died peacefully at home in Lewes Thursday, April 16, 2026, after a...
Bertha M. Bennett, loved by many
3 days ago
Bertha M. Bennett, 100, of Milford, passed away peacefully Sunday, April 19, 2026, at the Genesis...
Connie Burdette Todd, loved her family, animals
3 days ago
Connie Burdette Todd (Naas), 75, of Lewes, passed away Friday, April 17, 2026, after a battle with...
Richard Allen Yarnall Sr., avid golfer
3 days ago
Richard Allen Yarnall Sr. passed away Wednesday, April 15, 2026, one day before his 49th wedding...
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Sports
Sussex Academy names new head coach for boys’ soccer
1 day ago
After six incredible seasons leading Sussex Academy boys’ soccer, coach RJ Dina has stepped down as...
Mixed results from Cape golf tri-meet
By Fritz Schranck
2 days ago
The April 16 tri-meet among the Sussex Central, Sussex Academy and Cape Henlopen golf teams had...
NOAA fails to implement new sea bass, flounder regs
By Eric Burnley
2 days ago
Those of us who were anxiously waiting for Friday, May 1, and the opening of black sea bass season...
Good first day of the draft for the Eagles
By Sumner Spence
2 days ago
The Eagles traded with the Cowboys to move up to the 20th pick and selected wide receiver Makai...
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A & E
Local artist featured in Eastern Shore gallery thru May 29
1 day ago
Long Neck artist Jack Knight announced an exhibit of his work will be on display through Friday,...
Opening reception for Roger Dellar exhibition set May 2
1 day ago
Shadow and Light, a solo exhibition by acclaimed British artist Roger Dellar, will be featured from...
Mid-Atlantic Symphony Orchestra honors community leaders
2 days ago
Supporters of the Mid-Atlantic Symphony Orchestra gathered April 12 for the organization’s annual...
Shanty Fest to celebrate maritime heritage at Historic Lewes May 8-9
2 days ago
Returning for a second year, Shanty Fest events will be held from 6 to 8 p.m., Friday, May 8, and...
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Cape Life
Lewes to host annual Dementia Caregiver Symposium May 12
19 hours ago
The Alzheimer’s Association Delaware Chapter invites dementia caregivers from Sussex County and...
Lewes Lions perform vision screening at local child care facility
21 hours ago
The Lewes Lions Club held a vision screening Feb. 6 for the youngsters at Beach Babies Child Care...
Children’s Beach House golf classic events set May 17-18
23 hours ago
The Children’s Beach House charity golf classic will kick off with a tap-in cocktail reception from...
Concert for the Kids raises funds to support young artists
By Deny Howeth
23 hours ago
The fourth annual Paul Kares Concert for the Kids held in Dewey Beach was a smash hit April 6....
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Local Buzz
The Julie Gritton Team jumps on the Rally for Our First Responders Sponsor Train
Rally For Our First Responders
Another Sponsor Joins the Rally Train! A big thank you to Sell The Shore - The Julie Gritton...
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...
Thinking of Buying a New Home, but Still Considering a Resale?
Bill Cullin
New homes can have higher sales prices than comparable existing homes, and buyers are usually...
Termites
Bill Cullin
Most home purchase agreements have clauses that deal with termites. After the agreement is ratified...
TheHenlopen.com, the Premier Website for Sales and Rentals
Bill Cullin
The Henlopen Condominium offers security-controlled access, indoor parking, private beach entrance...
"Stuff," Money, and Music
George Reilly
"Stuff," Money, and Music I think it is safe to say that for anyone who has spent time cleaning...
Delaware Business Owner Summit Returns to Dewey Beach
CG Offers
Focused on productivity, efficiency, and succession planning — the things that actually move...
Show Your Support for Cape Henlopen’s Class of 2026
Cape Gazette
It’s a milestone moment for Cape Henlopen’s Class of 2026 that brings the community together to...
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 Condominium is the area’s premier ocean-front...
Festival Season Starts Here: Cape Gazette’s Spring & Summer Festivals
Spring & Summer Festivals
Mark a few dates, make a few memories, and make the most of the season with
Spring & Summer...
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Calendar of Events
Today
10:30 am
to
11:00 am
Pace Your Life chair yoga
11:00 am
L.E.A.P. Read to the Dogs program
11:00 am
to
7:00 pm
American Legion Meatball Sub Day
12:30 pm
AARP Driver Safety Refresher Course
1:00 pm
to
4:00 pm
Mah Jongg
1:30 pm
Food for Thought
3:00 pm
to
4:00 pm
Rehoboth Beach Writers’ Guild Poetry Free Write
5:00 pm
Shine a Light series
5:30 pm
to
6:30 pm
CAMP Rehoboth book club
5:45 pm
to
7:15 pm
Lewes-Rehoboth Rotary Club meeting
Tuesday, April 28
8:30 am
Boardwalk Stroll
10:00 am
to
12:00 pm
Alzheimer’s Caregivers Support Group
10:00 am
to
12:00 pm
Senior health fair
10:30 am
to
11:00 am
Preschool Story Time
11:00 am
to
12:00 pm
Delaware Money School program
2:00 pm
to
3:30 pm
Adult Coloring group
3:00 pm
to
5:00 pm
After-school study session
4:00 pm
to
5:00 pm
Finding Their Voices walking tour
4:00 pm
to
5:00 pm
Finding their Voices: The History & Legacy of the...
5:00 pm
to
6:00 pm
Conversation with Nelson Pressley
6:00 pm
to
8:00 pm
SDARJ book & film discussion group
6:00 pm
Roots & Wings gathering
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 29
8:30 am
to
10:00 am
Beginner bird walk
10:00 am
Writers' critique group
10:30 am
Constituent conversation
10:30 am
to
11:30 am
Baby & Toddler Story Time
11:00 am
to
11:45 am
Lewes History Highlights Walking Tour
11:00 am
to
1:00 pm
Soup Social
11:00 am
to
11:45 am
Lewes History Highlights walking tour
5:00 pm
to
7:00 pm
Delaware Seaside Railroad Club Train Display
6:00 pm
to
8:00 pm
Free Write
6:00 pm
to
7:30 pm
Lewes Legends Evening Walking Tour
6:00 pm
to
7:30 pm
Lewes Legends walking tour
7:00 pm
to
8:00 pm
Conversation with Tracy Slater
Business
Ladies in Leadership meet in strength competition for a cause
1 day ago
A group of 24 women from local businesses recently gathered at Rehoboth Beach Barbell Club for the...
Lewes recognizes farmers market
1 day ago
The City of Lewes has proclaimed Saturday, May 2, as Historic Lewes Farmers Market Day, the day the...
Cape DECA students advance to international competition
1 day ago
Cape Henlopen High School’s Distributive Education Clubs of America is celebrating an impressive...
Delaware Opportunity Zone 2.0 nominations due May 15
2 days ago
The Delaware Division of Small Business has been working closely with the Office of State Planning...
Mariner Middle hosts successful career fair for eighth-graders
3 days ago
Mariner Middle School recently hosted its third annual eighth-grade career fair, highlighting its...
Outdoor dining coming to Indigo after Rehoboth approval
3 days ago
Rehoboth Beach commissioners approved a supplemental permit of compliance for outdoor dining on...
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Blogs
Registering a Complaint
By Elise Seyfried
5 days ago
Suleika Jaouad is a wonderful author and artist, who has a terrific Substack,
The Isolation...
Why I Can’t Just Relax
By Elise Seyfried
1 week ago
Right down there with the ever-flattering comment “You’d be prettier if you smiled” (to which I...
Easter Tuesday
By Elise Seyfried
2 weeks ago
Not that I am an amazing, or even adequate, housekeeper, but I do sometimes think of Lent as a time...
A Few of My Brilliant Things
By Elise Seyfried
3 weeks ago
It happens often. You hear the glad tidings: “Coming Soon!
2 Fast 2B Furious 15
! Your...
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LEWES WEATHER
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Deal of the Week | End-Unit Townhome with Gourmet...
Milton
485,000.00
Property Type: Residential — End Unit Townhome Status: Active 4 Beds | 3.5 Baths | 3,042 Sq. Ft...
The Oldfather Group | Compass Real Estate Agents
Real Estate Marketplace
“South Rehoboth” SOLD: Sold Price: $4,961,250. Listed & Sold By Mike Kogler Team
Mike Kogler Team
Just Sold: Coastal Living & Pond Views in Summerlyn
Scott Wagner, Keller Williams Realty
303 CARLTON DRIVE~CANNERY VILLAGE~MILTON
Coldwell Banker Premier - Delaware
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The Oldfather Group | Compass Real Estate Agents
24151 CREEK VIEW DRIVE~CREEKVIEW~MILLSBORO
Coldwell Banker Premier - Delaware
3 BR, 2 BA One Level Living Just Minutes to the Beach!
Bill Cullin
Spacious Coastal Retreat on ¾ Acres. Just minutes to Lewes and Rehoboth Beaches!
Mike Kogler Team
UNDER CONTRACT! “Bay Crossing” End-Unit Villa - East of Route 1, Lewes.
Mike Kogler Team
Price Improvement! Luxury Renovated Condo in Grande at Canal Pointe — Weekly Rentals & Coastal Convenience!
Scott Wagner, Keller Williams Realty
54 Levee Ct | Frederica, DE | Brand New Construction with Elevated Finishes in Cattail Creek
The Oldfather Group | Compass Real Estate Agents
New Price: Spacious & Stylish Lewes Ranch — Perfect Blend of Comfort, Updates & Everyday Ease!
Scott Wagner, Keller Williams Realty
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News
Rentals
In the Market
Lewes History Highlights Walking Tour
Lewes Historical Society
Why Does Insight Fade So Fast?
DE Life's A Beach Counseling
Core Questions: How Does Pollen Affect the Body and Trigger Allergies?
Core Concierge Health
PTSD, Veterans and Trump’s Executive Order for Psychedelics
DE Life's A Beach Counseling
25 Years of Counseling: Why Doesn’t Insight Alone Make Change?
DE Life's A Beach Counseling
5th Annual Rally for Our First Responders is NOW OPEN for Bidding!
Rally For Our First Responders
Historic Lewes—Hearty in the Cause
Lewes Historical Society
BINGO
CHEER, Inc.
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Premier Listings
FOR SALE: Beautiful Remodeled 3BR Modern Farmhouse...
Millsboro
524,995.00
Beautiful Remodeled Modern Farmhouse! 🍍 List Price: $524,995 📍 29320 Revel Road, Millsboro,...
Jack Lingo, REALTOR®
3BR Cul-de-sac home in 55+ Village of Cinderberry,...
Georgetown
359,000.00
Cul-de-sac Home in 55+ community of Village of Cinderberry! 🍍 // LIST PRICE: $359,000 📍 74...
Jack Lingo, REALTOR®
Beautifully Appointed 3BR Home in Woodridge, Milton!
Milton
539,900.00
Beautifully Appointed Home in Woodridge! 🍍🌊 // LIST PRICE: $539,900 📍 29570 Ashland Drive,...
Jack Lingo, REALTOR®
MOVE-IN READY OPEN HOUSE at 19280 Cavendish Way!
Lewes
789,900.00
A MUST-HAVE & MOVE-IN READY IN COASTAL CLUB! This exquisite 5-bedroom, 3 full bath, 2 half bath...
Lee Ann Wilkinson, Berkshire Hathaway Home Services
BEST DEAL OPEN HOUSE at 20461 Blue Point Dr!
Rehoboth Beach
1,249,900.00
BEST DEAL IN TOWN! This like-new, detached home built in 2022, offers the perfect blend of coastal...
Lee Ann Wilkinson, Berkshire Hathaway Home Services
Timeless Coastal Character in South Rehoboth
Rehoboth Beach
2,699,000.00
Nestled on one of South Rehoboth’s most charming and sought-after streets, 223 Rodney Street is a...
Bryce Lingo & Shaun Tull Team
Charming home with a great rental history in...
Rehoboth Beach
2,988,000.00
A beautiful classic home where traditional meets coastal, offering a spectacular location on the...
Bill Cullin
Beautifully-Designed 3BR Home in Four Season At...
Lewes
675,000.00
Beautifully-Designed Home in Four Seasons At Bella Terre! 🍍🌊 // LIST PRICE: $675,000 📍 21153...
Jack Lingo, REALTOR®
Deal of the Week | End-Unit Townhome with Gourmet...
Milton
485,000.00
Property Type: Residential — End Unit Townhome Status: Active 4 Beds | 3.5 Baths | 3,042 Sq. Ft...
The Oldfather Group | Compass Real Estate Agents
Charming Home for Sale in Woodlands of Pepper Creek
Dagsboro
325,000.00
29196 Shady Creek Lane, Dagsboro This 3 bedroom, 2 bath twin home has an open floor plan which...
Crowley Associates Realty
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Judge orders Department of Labor to release wage...
Melissa Steele
1 hour ago
A federal judge has ordered the Delaware Department of Labor to hand over employee information from...