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Sunday, December 7, 2025
What’s New
Cape Henlopen Elks host Veterans Day dinner
First responders benefit from pickleball free play day event
Teacher appreciation contest names new winner
Local fifth-graders excel in Coast Day essay contest
Employee-driven fundraiser nets 10K for Food Bank of Delaware
Cape physics students bring science to life for elementary learners
Santa, please don't give me this stuff
Local artist to auction early work as part of holiday events
First snow of the season blankets Cape Region
Thousands enjoy Rehoboth Hometown Christmas Parade
Sussex Academy soccer’s first alumni game a success
Friends, memories, and the Cape Gazette abroad
Cape swimming looks for senior leadership
News / Police
Rehoboth businesses suggest modifying Bandstand concerts
By Chris Flood
1 day ago
Moving the Saturday show to midweek, being more selective about what events shut down the Bandstand...
State officials review proposed Milton development
By Ryan Mavity
1 day ago
State agency representatives came together Dec. 2 to review a proposed 385-unit development planned...
State efforts planned to coordinate homeless services
By Kevin T. Conlon
1 day ago
As the number of local homeless people quickly grows, a patchwork group of nonprofits and their...
News Briefs 12/5/25
1 day ago
Autism Delaware to host Snowflake Soirée Dec. 5 Autism Delaware will present the Snowflake Soirée...
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Viewpoints
It’s time to transform Delaware public education
By Rep. Jeff Hilovsky
1 day ago
The world is changing nearly faster than we can react. Education in Delaware can lead the way by...
Trail mix
By Jim Paterson
1 day ago
Springboard model can help end homelessness
By Tom Ogden
1 day ago
Thank you for your coverage on our homeless community in Sussex County. I found the article to be...
Bayhealth sets example for solving child care shortage
By Joseph Elder
1 day ago
Bayhealth is to be commended for opening its new child care center, as reported in the Cape Gazette...
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Obituaries
Elaine Paula Dewey-Shupe, devoted to serving others
1 day ago
Elaine Paula Dewey-Shupe, 86, died peacefully at her home in Lewes Wednesday, Dec. 3, 2025. She was...
Robert J. Ruth, retired banker
1 day ago
Robert J. Ruth died Tuesday, Dec. 2, 2025. Born in Wilmington, Bob spent his entire career in the...
Peter William Sunday, devoted to family, friends
2 days ago
Peter William “Billy” Sunday, 81, passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, Nov. 30, 2025, in Reading, Pa....
Barbara Plambeck, beloved wife, mother
2 days ago
Barbara Plambeck went to be with our Lord Monday, Nov. 24, 2025, surrounded by her family, after a...
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Sports
It’s cold, but fishing season isn’t over yet
By Eric Burnley
14 hours ago
I know the weather has turned colder and the holiday season is upon us, but the fishing season isn’...
Eagles desperately need a win
By Sumner Spence
1 day ago
I didn't write Thoughts from the Sidelines last week due to multiple reasons, but I hope you all...
Athletes of the Week Dec. 5
1 day ago
Eve Bohinski This Delmarva Christian senior led the Royals to 33-28 victory over Milford in the...
Sports memories are often when we were at our best
By Dave Frederick
1 day ago
Life coach - I received a wonderful surprise home visit from Linwood Downing and Lance White...
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A & E
Gallery One welcomes artist John Schisler
22 hours ago
Classical and contemporary realism artist John Schisler has joined Gallery One in Ocean View....
Milton Arts Guild holiday market set Dec. 12-14
1 day ago
The Milton Arts Guild will host its holiday market from Friday to Sunday, Dec. 12 to 14, at 107...
Santa’s Village Milton hours continue Dec. 6
1 day ago
Santa will be available to meet children and hear holiday wishes from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Saturdays...
Pecans perk up dishes from entrees to desserts
By Denise Clemons
1 day ago
If you’ve been following the local news, you’re likely aware of the current controversy in Milton...
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Cape Life
St. John church sets Dec. 13 cookie walk in Milton
1 day ago
The Episcopal Church of St. John the Baptist will host its annual cookie walk sale from 9 a.m. to...
Friends of Lewes library to host holiday sale Dec. 13
1 day ago
The Friends of the Lewes Public Library will host an Old and New holiday sale from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m...
Fred Thomas Middle School students create poster contest entries
1 day ago
Eighth-grade students at Fred Thomas Middle School are participating in a statewide poster contest...
World AIDS Day commemorated with candlelight walk, service of remembrance
By Dan Cook
1 day ago
Rehoboth Beach World AIDS Day walk and service of remembrance was Nov. 30, giving the families and...
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Local Buzz
Real Estate Tip: Planning a renovation? Maximize the return on your investment.
Bill Cullin
Please enjoy the real estate tip included below. If you have any questions about this tip - or any...
Top 5 Financial Planning Concerns for Retirees-(4) Inflation and Stock Market Volatility Risks
George Reilly
Continuing our series on the top concerns of retirees for both financial and non-financial issues,...
Top 5 Financial Planning Concerns for Retirees-(1) Longevity Risk
George Reilly
Many of you may remember David Letterman’s regular “Top 10 List” feature on late night television....
Top 5 Non-Financial Planning Concerns for Retirees-(1) Loss of Purpose and Identity
George Reilly
Top 5 Non-Financial Planning Concerns for Retirees-(1) Loss of Purpose and Identity Continuing our...
Improving To Sell
Bill Cullin
Many homeowners wait until they are ready to put their home on the market before painting, planting...
Real Estate Tip: The Elements of Location
Bill Cullin
Please enjoy the real estate tip included below. If you have any questions about this tip - or any...
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...
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Calendar of Events
Today
(All day)
Sussex County food drive
8:00 am
to
11:00 am
AYCE Breakfast
10:00 am
to
2:00 pm
Lewes Junction railroad tours
11:00 am
Creative Movement Virtual Yoga
1:00 pm
to
3:00 pm
Santa’s Rehoboth Beach house open
4:30 pm
to
7:30 pm
Community Unity Dinner
5:00 pm
to
9:00 pm
Lewes Lights self-guided illuminated houses tour
Monday, December 8
(All day)
Sussex County food drive
9:00 am
to
11:00 am
RB Free Writes
11:00 am
L.E.A.P. Read to the Dogs program
12:00 pm
to
7:00 pm
American Legion Meatball Sub Day
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
3:30 pm
to
5:00 pm
Rehoboth Beach ostomy group
4:00 pm
to
5:00 pm
Insight Meditation Community of Lewes meditation
5:00 pm
to
9:00 pm
Lewes Lights self-guided illuminated houses tour
5:45 pm
to
7:15 pm
Lewes-Rehoboth Rotary Club meeting
Tuesday, December 9
(All day)
Sussex County food drive
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
1:00 pm
to
2:00 pm
Homeschool Connection program
2:00 pm
to
3:30 pm
Adult Coloring group
2:00 pm
to
6:00 pm
Spaghetti dinner
5:00 pm
to
9:00 pm
Lewes Lights self-guided illuminated houses tour
7:00 pm
to
9:00 pm
Dancing Argentine Tango
Business
Moe’s Southwest Grill in Rehoboth closes
1 day ago
After nearly two decades, the Moe’s Southwest Grill outside Rehoboth Beach has closed. There was no...
Sustainable farming scholarship applications due Dec. 22
1 day ago
All Delmarva farmers with small operations who are interested in learning more about sustainable...
Pazzo Italiano now open on Baltimore Ave. in Rehoboth Beach
2 days ago
After a brief renovation, Pazzo Italiano has opened on Baltimore Avenue in Rehoboth Beach. Pazzo...
Rehoboth professional joins Wohlsen Construction management team
2 days ago
Wohlsen Construction recently hired Christopher Weeks, LEED AP, as its business development manager...
Grotto Pizza sold to longtime employees
2 days ago
Rehoboth Beach-based Grotto Pizza has been sold to four employees who have more than 100 years of...
Local businesses continue turkey dinner donations for family holidays
2 days ago
Atlantic Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Inc. and Platinum Roofs Inc. teamed up again Nov. 17 to...
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Blogs
Another Plate Full of Thanks
By Elise Seyfried
4 days ago
Just returned home after two weeks traveling in Southeast Asia. Amazing trip, but the jet lag has...
Adulting
By Elise Seyfried
1 week ago
Bank Teller: [
cashing Josh's first paycheck
] Okay, so how would you like that? Josh: Three...
VegFilm Fest
2 weeks ago
Three powerful films await VegFilm festival goers this week at Cinema Art Theater in Lewes,...
I Am All Connected
By Elise Seyfried
2 weeks ago
I've been trying to choose an image that would convey my feelings about our interconnected humanity...
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24006 Benjamin Harrison Cir, Millsboro | Welcome to premier 55+ living in Independence!
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SEIZE THE DAY AT PLANTATIONS FLAT | 33955 Middleton...
Lewes
345,900.00
SEIZE THE DAY and loads of convenience with this 3 bedroom, 2 bath Plantations flat! Enjoy an easy...
Lee Ann Wilkinson, Berkshire Hathaway Home Services
11248 Curt Dogg Road, Lincoln DE ~ Investor Alert
Lincoln
250,000.00
Investment Property!! This home brings in $1,090 a month in rental income. Currently being occupied...
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Rehoboth Beach
549,000.00
34720 Julia Drive | Aydelotte Estates, Rehoboth Beach | List Price: $549,000 Get the best of beach...
Debbie Reed Team, REMAX Realty
TURN-KEY BROADKILL BEACH at 1803 S Bay Shore Dr, Milton
Milton
1,399,000.00
COASTAL GEM – Stunning Turn-Key Waterfront Home in Broadkill Beach! Welcome to this beautifully...
Lee Ann Wilkinson, Berkshire Hathaway Home Services
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Premiere 55+ Living at 673 Augusta National Dr,...
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AMERICAN CLASSIC IN THE HEART OF HISTORIC LEWES |...
Lewes
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Open House ~ The Woods at Burton Pond - 31716...
Lewes
420,000.00
Join us for an open house on Saturday, December 6th from 11 am to 1 pm and get your very own tour...
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First snow of the season blankets Cape Region
Bill Shull
1 day ago
Cape Region residents woke up to a light snow Dec. 5, as the first winter storm of the season made...