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Friday, April 3, 2026
What’s New
Delaware Shakespeare to perform ‘King Lear’-inspired reading April 9
Seahawks send Senators home with a 5-0 tennis loss
Owen James Cheevers, successful in finance
Milton Lions Club learns about, supports Special Olympics Delaware
Gary Persinger named 2026 Dewey Beach Volunteer of the Year
Dewey enters independent contractor agreement with Dave Naples
Cape softball falls to Spartans in battle of the bats
Pongratz nominated for Milton council
Lewes during the Revolution - Part 1
Cape soccer falls to Middletown 2-0
Milton Theatre purchases Quayside Stage lot
Lewes could flip-flop parking in busy Savannah Road corridor
Yes, that’s 24-karat gold leaf on that North Shores mosaic
News / Police
Marina with 18 slips proposed for Henlopen Bluff in Lewes
By Chris Flood
1 hour ago
The developer of the Henlopen Bluff community in Lewes has submitted an application to the state...
Tulips signal spring
1 hour ago
A bed of vibrant red tulips lines Kings Highway in Lewes outside the Lewes Chamber of Commerce...
Landmark asset transfer expands affordable housing in West Rehoboth
2 hours ago
After 20 years of dedicated service to the community, the West Rehoboth Community Land Trust is...
Lewes begins comprehensive plan rewrite process
By Bill Shull
2 hours ago
The City of Lewes has formally begun the process to rewrite its comprehensive plan, a road map that...
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Viewpoints
Sussex Academy turns 25
6 hours ago
A large crowd of current and past faculty and board members, alumni and other supporters recently...
Sweat threat
By Jim Paterson
6 hours ago
Offshore wind costs deserve transparency
By Andrew Cullen
9 hours ago
Rep. Claire Snyder-Hall recently commented that offshore wind energy goes into the grid, in...
Reporting about Speak Out Against Hate meeting was accurate
By The boards of directors of Sussex Help and Speak Out Against Hate
9 hours ago
Sussex Help wishes to express its gratitude to the management and reporting staff of the Cape...
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Obituaries
Jeffrey Keith Minsker, veteran, devoted family man
20 hours ago
Jeffrey Keith Minsker passed away peacefully at home Monday, March 30, 2026. He was quietly called...
Jane S. Nicholson, active in community, church
2 days ago
Jane S. Nicholson, 87, of Lewes, passed away peacefully Sunday, March 29, 2026. Born Jan. 4, 1939...
Robert Stanley Carpenter, had friendly, outgoing nature
2 days ago
Robert Stanley Carpenter, 61, of Lewes, passed away Sunday, March 29, 2026, at his residence.Born...
Jeffrey Richard Claudy, veteran, adventurer at heart
3 days ago
Jeffrey Richard Claudy, 43, of Milton, passed away suddenly Monday, March 23, 2026. He was born...
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Sports
Cape volleyball shuts out Aspira 3-0
By Dan Cook
1 hour ago
The Cape volleyball team’s front-line hitters dominated Aspira 25-6, 25-9, 25-9 at home April 2, to...
Interesting start for the Phillies
By Sumner Spence
4 hours ago
The Phillies just completed their first home stand of the season with a .500 record of 3-3. For...
Athletes of the Week April 3
5 hours ago
Chase Ballinger There are players who start a year on fire and then there is this Sussex Academy...
Parched like a Dead Sea scroll on a red devil track
By Dave Frederick
5 hours ago
Acclimation project - Cape’s red devil track was unrelentingly pizza-oven hot Tuesday afternoon. We...
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A & E
Sorghum is a versatile grain that’s not just for the birds
By Denise Clemons
3 hours ago
I have a subscription to a magazine called “homecooked,” whose editors have elected to forgo...
Antique Alley collectibles events continue thru April 25
16 hours ago
Celebrating all things collectible, Antique Alley of Bridgeville invites the community to...
Milton Arts Guild celebrates Spring Fling market
By Ryan Mavity
19 hours ago
Milton Arts Guild held its annual Spring Fling show over the weekend of March 27, ringing in warmer...
STEPPIN’ OUT
Whiskey Graves to perform April 8 in Milton
23 hours ago
Soak in the soulful fusion of folk and blues with Whiskey Graves, playing from 4 to 7 p.m., every...
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Cape Life
Columbiettes to host day of reflection April 25
2 hours ago
The Msgr. Francis Desmond Columbiettes of St. Jude The Apostle Parish will host a day of reflection...
Brittingham family gathers for community service
18 hours ago
In memory of Mary Ann Brittingham, extended family members gathered for their annual Adopt-A-...
Beacon students take part in national writing contest
20 hours ago
Students at Beacon Middle School are being recognized for their creativity and storytelling after...
Lunch group supports First State Community Action Agency
22 hours ago
Lunch With a Purpose Coastal Delaware members gathered March 4 at Signatures at Bayside to support ...
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Local Buzz
16512 E Kea Way, Lewes, DE
The Luxe Property Group – Iron Valley Real Estate at the Beach
View Listing NEW PRICE: $869,999 Welcome to Tower Hill, Sussex County’s Community of the Year,...
One lucky Sussex Countian will win a new HVAC system!
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23712 Herring Reach Ct, Lewes
The Luxe Property Group – Iron Valley Real Estate at the Beach
View Listing Welcome to 23712 Herring Reach Ct. in the desirable Bay Pointe community. This well-...
Taking It With You
Bill Cullin
Before you list your home for sale, take a careful look around. Are there some items you will want...
23687 Herring Reach Ct, Lewes
The Luxe Property Group – Iron Valley Real Estate at the Beach
View Listing Welcome to 23687 Herring Reach Court – a beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom...
SOLD! UNIT 613 @ THE HENLOPEN. Rehoboth’s Premier Oceanfront Building,
Mike Kogler Team
Just Listed at The Henlopen by The Mike Kogler Team A coastal sanctuary in Rehoboth's Premier...
NKS DISTRIBUTORS JOINS THE RALLY SPONSOR TRAIN
Rally For Our First Responders
🎉 Huge Thank You to NKS Distributors, Inc 🎉 We’re incredibly grateful to NKS Distributors for...
Understanding The Contract
Bill Cullin
When you are selling a home, the most important part of the transaction occurs after you have found...
RYJ JUMPS ON THE RALLY SPONSOR TRAIN
Rally For Our First Responders
Another Gold Sponsor Has Jumped on the Rally Train! A huge THANK YOU to Richard Y Johnson...
Put Your Restaurant on the Cape’s Local Dining Map
Cape Gazette
When locals and visitors are deciding where to go out in the Cape Region, make sure they find your...
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Calendar of Events
Today
7:30 am
to
8:45 am
Rehoboth Beach Sunrise Rotary Club meeting
9:00 am
to
4:00 pm
Delaware Botanic Gardens open
9:00 am
to
3:00 pm
LIB tulip sale
11:00 am
to
3:00 pm
Great Delaware Kite Festival
11:00 am
to
3:00 pm
Battery 519 tour
11:00 am
to
11:45 am
Lewes History Highlights Walking Tour
11:30 am
Lewes Tulip Celebration
4:00 pm
to
7:00 pm
Historic Lewes First Friday Community Nights
4:00 pm
to
7:00 pm
LHS First Friday event
7:00 pm
Celebrate Recovery group
Saturday, April 4
8:00 am
to
9:30 am
Guided bird walk
9:00 am
to
4:00 pm
Delaware Botanic Gardens open
9:00 am
to
4:00 pm
Native plant sale
10:00 am
to
3:00 pm
Delaware Seaside Railroad Club Train Display
10:00 am
to
12:00 pm
Lewes Chess Club meeting
10:00 am
to
2:00 pm
Friends of Milton Public Library Book and Gift Shop
10:00 am
to
11:00 am
Backyard & Community Composting Done Right program
10:00 am
to
1:00 pm
Genealogist in Residence Program—Historic Lewes
10:30 am
Easter Bunny Bonanza
10:30 am
to
3:30 pm
Loyalist on the Lawn event
10:45 am
Dewey Egg Scoop
11:00 am
to
7:00 pm
American Legion Wing Day
11:00 am
to
11:45 am
Lewes History Highlights walking tour
11:00 am
to
3:00 pm
Battery 519 tour
11:00 am
to
11:45 am
Lewes History Highlights Walking Tour
11:00 am
to
3:00 pm
DIY Delft tiles
11:30 am
Lewes Tulip Celebration
2:00 pm
to
4:00 pm
Meet & greet local Democrats
5:00 pm
to
8:00 pm
American Legion Easter dinner
Sunday, April 5
8:00 am
to
11:00 am
AYCE Breakfast
9:00 am
to
4:00 pm
Delaware Botanic Gardens open
11:00 am
Creative Movement Virtual Yoga
11:00 am
Bayhealth’s Walk with a Doc, First Sundays Each Month
11:30 am
Lewes Tulip Celebration
6:00 pm
to
7:30 pm
Lewes Legends Evening Walking Tour
6:00 pm
to
7:30 pm
Lewes Legends walking tour
Business
Sussex Technical High School hosts 5th Annual Transition Fair
1 day ago
The 5th Annual Transition Fair was held March 26, at Sussex Technical High School. Students with...
Meals on Wheels introduces new executive director to begin in June
1 day ago
Meals on Wheels Lewes-Rehoboth announced the appointment of Aileen Mateo as its next executive...
Polished and casual fashions hit the runway
1 day ago
Fashion from area retailers highlighted the diverse fashion scene at the Rehoboth Beach Main Street...
Student-led initiative brings new mascot to local restaurant
1 day ago
What started out as a simple classroom idea has turned into a successful real-world collaboration,...
Draper Media announces president’s upcoming retirement
2 days ago
Draper Media announced April 1 that Craig Jahelka, its current president, will retire effective...
Seaglass Bistro coming to Baltimore Ave. in Rehoboth
5 days ago
A new restaurant called Seaglass Bistro is coming to Baltimore Avenue in Rehoboth Beach. A recent...
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Blogs
A Few of My Brilliant Things
By Elise Seyfried
3 days ago
It happens often. You hear the glad tidings: “Coming Soon!
2 Fast 2B Furious 15
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Mother Nature Issues Her Final Warning
By Elise Seyfried
1 week ago
Oahu, Hawaii, where my sister Carolyn has lived since 2012, has traditionally been the kind of...
The Humming Bluebird of Happiness
By Elise Seyfried
2 weeks ago
It’s the most annoying time of year, when all my bird-loving buddies wax(wing) rhapsodic over the “...
For Rent
By Elise Seyfried
3 weeks ago
I spent my entire first 20-year career (I career in 20-year batches) performing in our children’s...
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Premier Listings
New Price and Open House at 134 Waterside Dr ~ Golf...
Bridgeville
319,900.00
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Unmatched Blend of History & Style | The Pines
Rehoboth Beach
3,995,000.00
Own a piece of history at 69 Henlopen Avenue, one of the most distinctive properties in "The Pines...
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285,000.00
Welcome to Gull Point — your ideal coastal retreat along the Indian River Bay. This spacious 3-...
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New Luxurious Listing ~ 29606 Patrick Henry Cir,...
Millsboro
679,900.00
Experience the pinnacle of 55+ living in this exquisite Schell Brothers Whimbrel model, situated on...
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Millsboro
699,000.00
Beautiful stately home with stone front. Unique premium corner lot backing to stunning wooded views...
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485,000.00
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Jack Lingo, REALTOR®
For Sale: 4BR Stately Home in Covington Chase, Milton!
Milton
709,000.00
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Jack Lingo, REALTOR®
24006 Benjamin Harrison Cir, Millsboro | Welcome to...
Millsboro
499,000.00
PREMIUM LOT! Welcome to premier 55+ living in Independence! This charming ranch home is the perfect...
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Open House in Downtown Milton at 201 Federal St!
Milton
685,000.00
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Milton Theatre purchases Quayside Stage lot
Ryan Mavity
1 hour ago
Milton Theatre has announced that it has met its $150,000 fundraising goal to purchase an adjacent...