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Wednesday, April 29, 2026
What’s New
Constance Ruth Smith, loving grandmother
Author Alka Joshi to discuss new historical novel at Lewes library May 5
Second ‘Spoonie’ benefit set May 4 at Nicola Pizza
Sussex libraries to host fourth Children’s Book Festival May 2 in Milton
Opening day is May 5 for Rehoboth Beach Farmers Market
Historic Lewes Farmers Market opens May 2 for its 21st season
Rehoboth-Dewey chamber spring sidewalk sale runs May 1-3
Sandra Lynne Workman, loved her family, animals
Race for Open Space 5K in Lewes benefits Fourth Street Preserve
Rehoboth Beach Police holds annual awards banquet
Rehoboth auction draws crowd 30 years ago
Tipton named Cape’s Behavioral Health Professional of the Year
Cape baseball mercy rules Laurel 15-5 on Selders homer
News / Police
Milton review committee to seek cost-benefit analysis on Carey Farm
By Ryan Mavity
15 hours ago
The Milton Special Review Committee is asking town council to direct administration to conduct a...
News Briefs 4/28/26
21 hours ago
Lewes art group to meet April 29 The Lewes Public Art Committee will hold its monthly meeting at 5...
Dewey clarifies restrictions on swimming pools, pool fences
By Ellen McIntyre
21 hours ago
Dewey Beach Town Council passed an ordinance April 17 that clarifies where swimming pools and pool...
Rehoboth OKs second hotel plan change
By Chris Flood
22 hours ago
The developers of the One Rehoboth Hotel project received a second amendment to its site plan...
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Viewpoints
A rosy outlook
16 hours ago
Diane Yanaitis saw this pretty rosy maple moth while walking in Milton.
The troubling path of SB 272
By Jennifer Cohan
23 hours ago
Last week’s Senate Labor Committee hearing on Senate Bill 272 should have been a moment for...
Everywhere a sign...
By Jim Paterson
23 hours ago
Land-use reforms won’t solve traffic problems
By David Stein
23 hours ago
Sussex County is taking a thoughtful step by reviewing land-use reforms recommended by its working...
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Obituaries
Thomas Keith Rew, veteran, volunteer extraordinaire
15 hours ago
Thomas Keith Rew, 79, of Lewes, passed away Saturday, March 28, 2026. He was born Oct. 12, 1946, in...
Carolyn W.C. Fogerty, beloved wife, mother
1 day ago
Carolyn W.C. Fogerty, 97, formerly of Berwyn, Pa., and Lewes, passed away Wednesday, Nov. 12, 2025...
Robin Lynn Yarnall, cherished her family
1 day ago
Robin Lynn Yarnall, 52, of Delaware, passed away Saturday, April 18, 2026. Born Dec. 19, 1973, in...
Matias Baker, man of faith
1 day ago
Matias “Matthew Todd” Baker, 48, died Thursday, April 23, 2026, after a long battle with cancer,...
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Sports
Arden MacPhee turns the world on with her smile
By Dave Frederick
22 hours ago
Posterizing Planet Earth - Arden MacPhee, 13, is a community kid who beat the odds and childhood...
Elks Lodge donates to youth golf organization
1 day ago
The Cape Henlopen Elks Lodge presented a check for $3,000 to the First Tee Delaware its recent...
Cape softball falls to the Indians, tames Lions
By Dan Cook
1 day ago
The Cape softball team was in the game, but fell to 3-6 with a 3-0 loss to Indian River April 23 at...
Cape tennis sneaks by Indian River 3-2
By Dan Cook
1 day ago
The Cape boys’ tennis team moved to 5-3 on the season with a 3-2 victory over Indian River April 24...
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A & E
Clear Space Theatre to introduce spring repertory shows May 1 and 4
19 hours ago
As part of its ongoing program expansions, Clear Space Theatre Company features two productions...
Hummingbird in Hover
1 day ago
A hummingbird hovers midair to sip nectar from a blooming bush at The Peninsula, captured by...
Freeman Arts Pavilion adds more shows to 2026 season
1 day ago
Freeman Arts Pavilion, a program of the Joshua M. Freeman Foundation, has announced four additional...
Rehoboth Beach Arts Festival set for May 16 at Grove Park
2 days ago
The Rehoboth Art League will bring its sixth annual Rehoboth Beach Arts Festival to Grove Park from...
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Cape Life
Author talk to explore WWII Japanese internment April 29
1 day ago
The Lewes Public Library, Seaside Jewish Community, History Book Festival and Browseabout books...
Sussex Academy inducts Computer Science Honor Society members
1 day ago
Sussex Academy inducted six new members of its Computer Science Honor Society in an intimate...
Bayhealth leaders share vision to expand access in Sussex County
1 day ago
Bayhealth leaders recently connected with community and regional stakeholders to share updates on...
Local doctor to present info on scalar energy May 3 in Lewes
1 day ago
Doug Leonard, DO, of Find Your Health LLC will present a lecture titled “What is Scalar Energy” at...
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Local Buzz
One lucky Sussex Countian will win a new HVAC system!
Total Home Comfort Sweepstakes
The
Spring
Home & Garden Total Home Comfort Sweepstakes Powered by Shoretech...
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...
Understanding The Contract
Bill Cullin
When you are selling a home, the most important part of the transaction occurs after you have found...
10 Easiest Home Upgrades to Increase House Value
Mike Kogler Team
10 Easiest Home Upgrades to Increase House Value
Whether planning to sell the house, have...
BEEBE HEALTHCARE JUMPS ON THE RALLY SPONSOR TRAIN TO SUPPORT OUR FIRST RESPONDERS
Rally For Our First Responders
All Aboard the Rally Sponsor Train! A heartfelt thank you to Beebe Healthcare for once again...
Buying Bug Free
Bill Cullin
If your house is a typical one, there is probably some kind of small, leggy creature that makes its...
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...
House Odors and Selling
Bill Cullin
Do you have a dog or cat that lives indoors with the family? A pet can pose a problem when your...
RYAN HOMES AND NV HOMES AT THE BEACH JOINS THE RALLY FOR OUR FIRST RESPONDERS SPONSOR TRAIN
Rally For Our First Responders
All aboard the Sponsor Train! 🚂 We would like to give a huge THANK YOU to Ryan Homes at the Beach...
ASHTON POOLS BY DESIGN JOINS THE SPONSOR TRAIN FOR THE 5TH ANNUAL RALLY FOR OUR FIRST RESPONDERS
Rally For Our First Responders
All Aboard the Sponsor Train! A huge THANK YOU to Ashton Pools By Design for coming aboard as a...
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Calendar of Events
Today
8:30 am
to
10:00 am
Beginner bird walk
10:00 am
Writers' critique group
10:30 am
to
11:30 am
Baby & Toddler Story Time
10:30 am
Constituent conversation
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
Thursday, April 30
8:30 am
to
3:30 pm
Women’s forum
8:30 am
Boardwalk Stroll
9:00 am
to
4:00 pm
Delaware Botanic Gardens open
11:00 am
to
7:00 pm
American Legion Build a Burger Day
11:00 am
to
11:45 am
Lewes History Highlights Walking Tour
11:00 am
to
12:30 pm
Socrates Café
11:00 am
to
11:45 am
Lewes History Highlights walking tour
11:00 am
to
3:00 pm
Friends of Milton Public Library Book and Gift Shop
1:30 pm
to
3:30 pm
Open art for adults
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
Singers+Songwriters presentation
6:00 pm
Elks Bingo
6:00 pm
to
8:00 pm
Transcendental Jam & Vegetarian Feast
Friday, May 1
7:30 am
to
8:45 am
Rehoboth Beach Sunrise Rotary Club meeting
9:00 am
to
4:00 pm
Delaware Botanic Gardens open
10:00 am
Guided welcome walk
10:00 am
to
8:00 pm
Spring Sidewalk Sale
11:00 am
to
11:45 am
Lewes History Highlights Walking Tour
11:00 am
to
11:45 am
Lewes History Highlights walking tour
4:00 pm
to
7:00 pm
Historic Lewes First Friday Community Night
4:00 pm
to
7:00 pm
Historic Lewes First Friday Community Nights
5:00 pm
to
8:00 pm
Holy Smokes fundraiser
7:00 pm
Celebrate Recovery group
Business
Hertrich Toyota of Milford receives 2026 President’s Award
1 day ago
Hertrich Toyota of Milford recently announced it has been awarded the prestigious 2026 Toyota...
Milton chamber donates to Lions Club
2 days ago
Milton Chamber of Commerce representatives recently presented a $500 donation to the Milton Lions...
Ladies in Leadership meet in strength competition for a cause
3 days ago
A group of 24 women from local businesses recently gathered at Rehoboth Beach Barbell Club for the...
Lewes recognizes farmers market
3 days 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
3 days ago
Cape Henlopen High School’s Distributive Education Clubs of America is celebrating an impressive...
Delaware Opportunity Zone 2.0 nominations due May 15
4 days ago
The Delaware Division of Small Business has been working closely with the Office of State Planning...
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Blogs
Registering a Complaint
By Elise Seyfried
1 week 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
2 weeks ago
Right down there with the ever-flattering comment “You’d be prettier if you smiled” (to which I...
Easter Tuesday
By Elise Seyfried
3 weeks ago
Not that I am an amazing, or even adequate, housekeeper, but I do sometimes think of Lent as a time...
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LEWES WEATHER
Premier Listing
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
In the Market
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
CHEER Academy
CHEER, Inc.
Hypno Yoga - private wellness experience
Hiatus 24
PTSD, Veterans and Trump’s Executive Order for Psychedelics
DE Life's A Beach Counseling
Lewes Legends Evening Walking Tour
Lewes Historical Society
Cruise In to the Cruze-In
CHEER, Inc.
Finding their Voices: The History & Legacy of the African American Community in Lewes
Lewes Historical Society
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Real Estate Marketplace
New Price: Spacious & Stylish Lewes Ranch — Perfect Blend of Comfort, Updates & Everyday Ease!
Scott Wagner, Keller Williams Realty
“SOLD” In 9 DAYS!! Dewey Bayside: Mike Kogler Team, Long & Foster, Rehoboth
Mike Kogler Team
SOLD In 7 DAYS!! “Henlopen Landing” LEWES
Mike Kogler Team
18573 EMERSON WAY~HAWTHORNE~GEORGETOWN
Coldwell Banker Premier - Delaware
Spacious Coastal Retreat on ¾ Acres. Just minutes to Lewes and Rehoboth Beaches!
Mike Kogler Team
221 Nicklaus Ln, Magnolia | Your Next Chapter Starts Here – Comfort, Style & Community Await!
Active Adults Realty®
Traditional Meets Coastal in Downtown Rehoboth!
Bill Cullin
Price Reduction: Why Settle for Less? This Beautiful Lewes Home Offers Space, Comfort & Coastal Convenience!
Scott Wagner, Keller Williams Realty
Beautiful 3 BR, 2 BA Ranch Home with Large Detached Garage in Rehoboth Beach!
Bill Cullin
PRICE REDUCED~17 S SHORE DRIVE-SOUTH SHORES-LINCOLN
Coldwell Banker Premier - Delaware
PRICE CHANGE-327 CARLTON DR-CANNERY VILLAGE-MILTON
Coldwell Banker Premier - Delaware
Price Improvement! Luxury Renovated Condo in Grande at Canal Pointe — Weekly Rentals & Coastal Convenience!
Scott Wagner, Keller Williams Realty
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FOR SALE: Completely Renovated 3BR Single-Level Home...
Rehoboth Beach
529,900.00
Completely Renovated Single-Level Home in Maplewood! 🍍🌊 // List Price: $529,900 📍 5 Radcliffe...
Jack Lingo, REALTOR®
Luxury, Spacious Townhomes in Dewey Beach | 1601...
Dewey Beach
1,789,000.00
🏡1601 Coastal Highway, #202 | Coastal & Read, Dewey Beach | List Price: $1,789,000 New to the...
Debbie Reed Team, REMAX Realty
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
Beautiful New Listing in Wolfe Pointe!
Lewes
1,220,000.00
Approach this stunning home via a long driveway to a double-side entrance garage with parking for...
Long & Foster Real Estate
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Lewes
599,000.00
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The Real McCoy Group
Exceptional Custom-Built Residence in Canal Corkran
Rehoboth Beach
2,599,000.00
This exceptional custom-built residence offers a refined blend of luxury, privacy, and coastal...
Bryce Lingo & Shaun Tull Team
A Beach Home that Pays for Itself! PRIMEHOOK BEACH!
Milford
799,900.00
This home is Rental Magic...Over $66,000. in Rental Income for 2025. Fantastic views of the...
Long & Foster Real Estate
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Rehoboth Beach
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Tucked Away 4BR Home in Harbor View, Lewes!
Lewes
1,045,000.00
Tucked Away Home in Harbor View! 🍍 // LIST PRICE: $1,045,000 📍 15 Harborview Road, Lewes,...
Jack Lingo, REALTOR®
OPEN HOUSE Harts Landing along Love Creek | 34048...
Lewes
664,000.00
Open House: Fri, 05/01/2026 - 3:00pm to 5:00pm 34048 Greenfield Court | Harts Landing, Lewes | List...
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Milton review committee to seek cost-benefit...
Ryan Mavity
19 hours ago
The Milton Special Review Committee is asking town council to direct administration to conduct a...