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Wednesday, April 15, 2026
What’s New
Chorale theme is Mozart meets Freddy Mercury April 26
Bluhm inducted into Dover AFB honorary commander program
Sussex County Council decides to continue power struggle with state
Cape district honors volunteer mentor for going above and beyond
Lora Zachow, had bright, courageous spirit
Walter James Bell Jr., successful businessman, avid golfer
Beebe adds to team of expert clinicians
Integrative medicine doc to lead ‘Simplifying Supplements’ talk
Northbound Route 1 bridge over Route 16 to open April 15
Cape Henlopen Lighthouse fell 100 years ago
Backyard habitat
Sussex Academy girls’ lax looking to get back in win column
Milton Fire Department sets up parking lot donation box
News / Police
Volunteers plant first habitat island
By Bill Shull
10 hours ago
Scott Wilkingon, a master naturalist, reviews the Fourth Street Preserve master plan with...
Familiar names file to run for office
By Melissa Steele
11 hours ago
Two familiar names have filed for election to area House of Representatives seats, while a seven-...
Local auxiliary sending supplies to troops
By Bill Shull
12 hours ago
The back pavilion at American Legion Post 17 resembled a small military operation April 13....
Ag secretary proud of roots, agency work
By Kevin T. Conlon
12 hours ago
A lot has changed in Sussex County since Wm. Donald Clifton II grew up on a farm along Route 1...
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Viewpoints
Climate Week event highlights need for collaborative research
By Victoria Parrish and Amy Slocum
14 hours ago
The Delaware Climate Week panel discussion titled Delaware's Energy Future: A Conversation with...
Planning particulars
By Jim Paterson
15 hours ago
Mayor responds to April 10 editorial
By Stan Mills
17 hours ago
I share your concern for the residents of Rehoboth Beach. They do deserve better. Where I...
Rehoboth charter changes raise red flags
By James Johnson
18 hours ago
Editor’s note: This letter was sent to Sen. Russ Huxtable and Rep. Claire Snyder-Hall with a...
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Obituaries
Richard J. Bellerose, lived a full life
1 day ago
Richard J. Bellerose of Millsboro passed away peacefully in his home Sunday, April 5, 2026,...
Billie Ann Buckaloo, beloved wife, mother, grandmother
5 days ago
Billie Ann Buckaloo, 78, of Lewes, passed away peacefully Monday, April 6, 2026. She was born Sept...
Martha Brown Royall, touched many lives
5 days ago
Martha Brown Royall passed away in the arms of her immediate family Saturday, March 28, 2026, a...
Kevin Patrick Rooney, veteran, marketing executive
6 days ago
Kevin Patrick Rooney, 83, of Lewes, passed away peacefully Wednesday, April 1, 2026. Born Feb. 13...
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Sports
Sussex Academy baseball loses to Conrad School 11-3
By Aaron R. Mushrush
11 hours ago
Following a string of four straight losses the Sussex Academy baseball team thought should have...
Recognizing faces in places, but we all stumble on remembering names
By Dave Frederick
14 hours ago
Symbolic speech - The Coastal Delaware Running Festival produces a sea of T-shirts with message...
Seahawks suffer first loss in thriller against Tower Hill
By Aaron R. Mushrush
1 day ago
A 6-5 lead at halftime under the lights in Wilmington April 10 wasn’t enough of a cushion for...
Ravens fly away from Vikings with big sixth inning for Sussex Tech win
By Aaron R. Mushrush
1 day ago
A young Cape softball team recently went toe-to-toe with Lake Forest, one of the top teams in the...
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A & E
Spring Blooms
1 day ago
A bright red tulip and purple pansies brighten the Lewes Post Office grounds last week in this...
Crooner Bryan Clark to perform Portrait of Sinatra April 15
2 days ago
In an evening of timeless elegance and swing, acclaimed vocalist Bryan Clark will join forces with...
Burlesque revue show set April 17 in Milton
2 days ago
Milton Theatre will host “Beach, PLS! A Burlesque Revue,” for a night of feathers, sequins and sun-...
Starman: The Bowie Tribute show set April 16 in Milton
3 days ago
The Milton Theatre announced Starman: The Bowie Tribute will take the stage at 7:30 p.m., Thursday...
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Cape Life
Beebe foundation luncheon lauds role of women in philanthropy
10 hours ago
The Beebe Medical Foundation recently hosted its 2026 Women in Philanthropy Luncheon to celebrate...
Dickey Lamb: Fire in his blood
By Melissa Steele
12 hours ago
Richard “Dickey” Lamb gave college a try but found his real calling was with the fire department....
Sussex Academy students raise $3K to support Water for South Sudan
22 hours ago
Sussex Academy sixth-graders recently raised more than $3,400 to benefit Water for South Sudan....
Pearl Clinic adds experienced primary care provider
1 day ago
The Pearl Clinic recently announced the addition of Carla Miller, NP, as a primary care provider in...
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Local Buzz
Top 5 Financial and Non-Financial Planning Concerns for Retirees: A Recap
George Reilly
Top 5 Financial and Non-Financial Planning Concerns for Retirees: A Recap Over the past few months...
Skip the Crowds: Win a Front-Row Sea Witch® VIP Experience
Sea Witch VIP
Imagine arriving at the Sea Witch® parade with your seats waiting, food ready and the best view in...
Real Estate Tip: How to Set a Proper Budget for Your Home Remodel
Bill Cullin
Please enjoy the real estate tip included below. If you have any questions about this tip - or any...
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...
Something Else For Your Spring-Cleaning List.
George Reilly
Something Else For Your Spring-Cleaning List. I spent a “fun” hour or so this past weekend doing a...
How Can We Turn Insight Into Lasting Change? A Therapists Dilemma
DE Life's A Beach Counseling
Why Knowing the Problem Isn’t Always Enough to Change Most of us know someone like this. Maybe it...
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...
CHEER Wants You
CHEER, Inc.
CENTER SUPPORT MANAGER - FULL TIME The Center Support Manager’s primary role is to act as a...
Home Improvements That Will Pay Off in 2026
Active Adults Realty®
Smart Upgrades: Maximizing Style and Resale Value Thinking about leveling up your living space?...
Contingency Contracts
Bill Cullin
Buyers walk into your home in your area and fall in love with it. There is one problem - they will...
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Calendar of Events
Today
10:00 am
Writers' critique group
10:00 am
to
2:00 pm
Donkey Nuzzling Time fundraiser
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
11:30 am
Lewes Tulip Celebration
1:30 pm
Italian conversation group
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
6:00 pm
to
8:00 pm
CAC Citizens Cafe
7:00 pm
to
8:00 pm
Dementia caregiver support group
Thursday, April 16
8:30 am
Boardwalk Stroll
9:00 am
to
4:00 pm
Delaware Botanic Gardens open
9:00 am
Arbor Day celebration
11:00 am
to
7:00 pm
American Legion Build a Burger Day
11:00 am
to
3:00 pm
Friends of Milton Public Library Book and Gift Shop
11:00 am
to
1:30 pm
Coastal Georgetown AAUW meeting
11:00 am
to
12:30 pm
Socrates Café
11:00 am
to
11:45 am
Lewes History Highlights Walking Tour
11:30 am
Lewes Tulip Celebration
1:00 pm
Alzheimer’s caregivers support group
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
8:00 pm
DBG lecture in pavilion
6:00 pm
to
8:00 pm
Transcendental Jam & Vegetarian Feast
6:00 pm
to
7:30 pm
KidLit Writers group
6:00 pm
Elks Bingo
6:30 pm
“Childhood 2.0” film screening
Friday, April 17
7:30 am
to
8:45 am
Rehoboth Beach Sunrise Rotary Club meeting
9:00 am
to
4:00 pm
Delaware Botanic Gardens open
11:00 am
to
3:00 pm
Battery 519 tour
11:00 am
to
1:00 pm
Earth Day sneaker recycling program
11:00 am
to
11:45 am
Lewes History Highlights Walking Tour
11:30 am
Lewes Tulip Celebration
5:30 pm
to
7:00 pm
Immigration Policy in Delaware forum
7:00 pm
Celebrate Recovery group
7:00 pm
to
10:00 pm
Bloomin’ Dance Party fundraiser
Business
Milton restaurants support Rally for First Responders
2 days ago
Following a March 30 dine-to-donate event, Preston Russell, owner of Lago Asian Cuisine & Sushi...
Dark Sky-compliant streetlights installed in Lewes community
2 days ago
Marking a continued commitment to environmental stewardship, wildlife preservation and thoughtful...
Thunstrom joins County Bank as commercial loan officer
3 days ago
County Bank recently welcomed Tom Thunstrom to its growing team of banking professionals as a vice...
Lewes Insurance firm cuts ribbon on new office
3 days ago
The Lewes Chamber of Commerce recently hosted a ribbon cutting for Lewes Insurance to celebrate the...
AAA offers tips drivers can use to offset higher gas prices
3 days ago
Gas prices have increased sharply during the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, leaving many...
Sussex Tech adult ed program, educator honored at statewide summit
3 days ago
During the recent Delaware Association for Adult Community Education Summit, Chanteea Harmon of...
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Blogs
Why I Can’t Just Relax
By Elise Seyfried
5 hours ago
Right down there with the ever-flattering comment “You’d be prettier if you smiled” (to which I...
Easter Tuesday
By Elise Seyfried
1 week 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
2 weeks ago
It happens often. You hear the glad tidings: “Coming Soon!
2 Fast 2B Furious 15
! Your...
Mother Nature Issues Her Final Warning
By Elise Seyfried
3 weeks ago
Oahu, Hawaii, where my sister Carolyn has lived since 2012, has traditionally been the kind of...
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LEWES WEATHER
Premier Listing
Open House in the Retreat at Millstone at 29688...
Millsboro
315,000.00
Join us on Saturday, April 18th between 11 am and 1 pm and take a tour during our open house!...
Open House:
Sat, 04/18/2026 -
11:00am
to
1:00pm
The Julie Gritton Team
Real Estate Marketplace
Spacious & Stylish Lewes Ranch — Perfect Blend of Comfort, Updates & Everyday Ease!
Scott Wagner, Keller Williams Realty
PRICE REDUCED~36031 TARPON DRIVE~WOLFE POINTE~LEWES
Coldwell Banker Premier - Delaware
Beautifully Maintained Spacious 2 BR, 2 BA Condominium at The Henlopen!
Bill Cullin
Luxury Renovated Condo in Grande at Canal Pointe — Weekly Rentals & Coastal Convenience!
Scott Wagner, Keller Williams Realty
Welcome to premier 55+ living in Independence! 24006 Benjamin Harrison Cir, Millsboro
Active Adults Realty®
Move-in Ready, Better Than New Home in Redmill Pond South!
Bill Cullin
SOLD!! SAWGRASS. Relaxed, Refined, Rehoboth. Stunning Sawgrass Community.
Mike Kogler Team
Beautiful Home 23712 Herring Reach Ct
The Luxe Property Group – Iron Valley Real Estate at the Beach
221 Nicklaus Ln, Magnolia | Your Next Chapter Starts Here – Comfort, Style & Community Await!
Active Adults Realty®
2nd Street, Downtown LEWES: “JUST LISTED”!! $2,395,000.
Mike Kogler Team
Amazing Neighborhood - 23687 Herring Reach Ct
The Luxe Property Group – Iron Valley Real Estate at the Beach
OPEN HOUSE Love Creek Views, Tidewater Landing | 5BR 3+BA | 33916 Darlington Street
Debbie Reed Team, REMAX Realty
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News
Rentals
In the Market
LIVE MUSIC AT THE 5TH ANNUAL RALLY FOR OUR FIRT RESPONDERS
Rally For Our First Responders
Haunted Histories: Investigating the Paranormal with Historic Lewes
Lewes Historical Society
CHEER Academy
CHEER, Inc.
Lewes History Highlights Walking Tour
Lewes Historical Society
Core Questions: What happens if a Tick bites you?
Core Concierge Health
Lewes Legends Evening Walking Tour
Lewes Historical Society
HONOR OUR HEROES TRIBUTE BOARD AT THE 5TH RALLY FOR OUR FIRST RESPONDERS
Rally For Our First Responders
BINGO
CHEER, Inc.
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Local Dining
Dine & Donate
CHEER, Inc.
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Premier Listings
POND-FRONT LUXURY OPEN HOUSE at 31742 Carmine Dr!
Rehoboth Beach
839,900.00
POND-FRONT LUXURY MEETS COASTAL CONVENIENCE! Located in Redden Ridge, this impeccably maintained...
Lee Ann Wilkinson, Berkshire Hathaway Home Services
Spacious 4BR Retreat with Private Loft Suite &...
Millsboro
519,900.00
Spacious Liberty Retreat with Private Loft Suite & Wooded Views! 🏞️ List Price: $519,900 📍...
Jack Lingo, REALTOR®
Price Slashed!
Lewes
495,000.00
Fantastic water views of Love Creek and the Rehoboth Bay from this first-floor corner unit. Take...
Coldwell Banker Premier - Delaware
Move-in Ready, Better Than New Home in Redmill Pond...
Lewes
625,000.00
Location location! Step into a move-in ready, better than new, Eastwood model completed in Dec...
Bill Cullin
Beautifully Maintained Spacious 2 BR, 2 BA...
Rehoboth Beach
1,190,000.00
Presenting a beautifully maintained spacious two-bedroom, two-bathroom condominium at The Henlopen...
Bill Cullin
Refined Coastal Living in Indian Beach
Dewey Beach
4,250,000.00
Imagine a coastal lifestyle defined by uncrowded sands, gentle ocean breezes, and the rhythmic...
Bryce Lingo & Shaun Tull Team
New Listing ~ 4 Kawan Dr, Georgetown, DE 19947
Georgetown
379,000.00
Nestled on a spacious, level lot, this three-bedroom ranch perfectly captures the enduring charm of...
Active Adults Realty®
Lovely Home in the Highly Sought-after Breakwater...
Lewes
807,000.00
Welcome to the highly sought-after Breakwater community, ideally located east of Coastal Highway...
Open House:
Sun, 04/19/2026 -
12:00pm
to
3:00pm
Long & Foster Real Estate
READY NOW FOR THIS SUMMER - NO WAIT FOR BOAT SLIP!!
Millsboro
285,000.00
Welcome to Gull Point — your ideal coastal retreat along the Indian River Bay. This spacious 3-...
Long & Foster Real Estate
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®
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Sussex County Council decides to continue power...
Kevin T. Conlon
6 hours ago
Sussex County Council decided April 14 to continue challenging a court decision overriding its 2024...