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Monday, April 6, 2026
What’s New
Home insurance based on replacement cost or actual cash value, officials say
Education reform is League of Women Voters topic April 14
AAUW to host Lewes mayor April 16
National design award goes to Becker Morgan Group
Wine and Dine event to support Read Aloud Delaware April 15
Cape Henlopen Elks recognize local biz for proper flag display
Rehoboth Concert Band show nets $25K for senior center
Legacy Academy celebrates American Jubilee
Light wind no problem for Lewes kite flyers
Easter bonnet bar crawl returns to Rehoboth
Bunny Bonanza brings rabbit fans to Lewes
Dewey Beach welcomes Easter fun with annual egg scoop
Old Orchard Road to close April 6
News / Police
Banking bills introduced in Delaware General Assembly
By Melissa Steele
14 hours ago
The Delaware Banking Modernization Act under Senate Bill 16 was introduced March 23, making changes...
McBride gets $600,000 to keep sand pumping at inlet
By Bill Shull
15 hours ago
A bulldozer pushed sand through a man-made river on the north side of the Indian River Inlet. It’s...
Rehoboth soliciting comment on new light fixtures
By Chris Flood
16 hours ago
In advance of installing new light fixtures on Rehoboth Avenue and the Boardwalk, Rehoboth Beach...
Dewey to move forward with climate change resiliency plan
By Ellen McIntyre
17 hours ago
Dewey Beach Town Council voted to move forward with a $75,000 climate change resiliency plan at its...
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Viewpoints
Yes, that’s 24-karat gold leaf on that North Shores mosaic
By Chris Flood
2 days ago
There’s been a large house under construction on the corner of Holly Road and Ocean Drive in the...
Sussex Academy turns 25
2 days ago
A large crowd of current and past faculty and board members, alumni and other supporters recently...
Sweat threat
By Jim Paterson
2 days ago
Offshore wind costs deserve transparency
By Andrew Cullen
2 days ago
Rep. Claire Snyder-Hall recently commented that offshore wind energy goes into the grid, in...
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Obituaries
Owen James Cheevers, successful in finance
2 days ago
Owen James Cheevers, 75, died peacefully at home in Lewes, Monday, March 30, 2026. He was born in...
Jeffrey Keith Minsker, veteran, devoted family man
3 days ago
Jeffrey Keith Minsker passed away peacefully at home Monday, March 30, 2026. He was quietly called...
Jane S. Nicholson, active in community, church
5 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
5 days ago
Robert Stanley Carpenter, 61, of Lewes, passed away Sunday, March 29, 2026, at his residence.Born...
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Sports
Royals go 2-1 in first three 2026 matches
By Fritz Schranck
1 day ago
Delmarva Christian won its first match of the 2026 season March 26, with a 185-255 defeat of Mt....
Trout season opens April 4
By Eric Burnley
1 day ago
Delaware will open the trout season Saturday, April 4, in New Castle County. So, you may ask, why...
Sussex Academy powers to 18-1 victory
By Aaron R. Mushrush
2 days ago
Despite an early spring day that felt like winter April 2, the Sussex Academy softball team’s bats...
Sussex Academy volleyball back to .500 with 3-0 win
By Aaron R. Mushrush
2 days ago
As spring brightens up the Cape Region, it’s helping the Sussex Academy boys’ volleyball team warm...
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A & E
Valencia Baryton Project to perform concert in Milford April 18
1 day ago
Mispillion Performance Series will present The Valencia Baryton Project for its spring season...
Beginner white-line woodcut print class set April 22-23
1 day ago
White-line woodcut artist Fred Dylla will teach a two-day course on the art form from 9 a.m. to 4 p...
Milton Arts Guild student show reception set April 12
1 day ago
The Milton Arts Guild gallery will present artwork by area students for an upcoming exhibition. As...
Women’s Fest includes free activities April 9-12
1 day ago
CAMP Rehoboth will host a weekend of free events as part of Women’s Fest, a multi-day celebration...
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Cape Life
Spring peeper chorus is an ode to freshwater wetlands
By Alice Mohrman
17 hours ago
Oh, the sweet sounds of spring. A high-pitched “fried rice, fried rice” frog chorus highlights my...
Community hosts talk with local author
18 hours ago
Local writer Lyn McDonald spoke with reading enthusiasts during a March 19 author talk hosted by...
Alex the Autism Delaware Bear to visit Sussex YMCA April 20
1 day ago
The YMCA of Delaware, in partnership with Autism Delaware, will hold a statewide Autism Awareness...
Sussex Academy shows up strong at Science Olympiad
1 day ago
Building upon their successes last year, Sussex Academy students shined at the Delaware Science...
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Local Buzz
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...
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...
The Sales Price
Bill Cullin
After your search for a house and all the negotiations are over, you arrive at the sales price....
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...
Interior Decorating
Bill Cullin
Many people recognize a decorating style they like when they see it, but they find it difficult to...
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...
Another Unit SOLD @ The Henlopen, Unit 407!! Mike Kogler Team: #1 Sales Team @ The Henlopen. Rehoboth’s Premier Oceanfront Building. Visit: www.HenlopenRB.com or Call: (302)236-7648
Mike Kogler Team
JUST SOLD by The Mike Kogler Team: 527 N Boardwalk, Unit #407, Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971 A coastal...
Make Your Business the Pick of the Litter
Our Pets
Advertise Where Pet Owners Sit, Stay… and Spend Across the Cape Region, pet owners are investing...
One lucky Sussex Countian will win a new HVAC system!
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Many patients today feel frustrated with traditional primary care—long wait times, rushed...
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Calendar of Events
Today
9:00 am
to
1:00 pm
Free tax preparation assistance
11:00 am
to
7:00 pm
American Legion Meatball Sub Day
11:00 am
L.E.A.P. Read to the Dogs program
11:30 am
Lewes Tulip Celebration
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
5:45 pm
to
7:15 pm
Lewes-Rehoboth Rotary Club meeting
6:30 pm
to
8:00 pm
Cooks & Books program
Tuesday, April 7
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
11:30 am
Lewes Tulip Celebration
2:00 pm
to
3:30 pm
Adult Coloring group
4:00 pm
to
5:00 pm
Finding their Voices: The History & Legacy of the...
4:00 pm
to
5:00 pm
Finding Their Voices walking tour
5:00 pm
to
6:00 pm
Science & Society talk
6:00 pm
to
7:30 pm
Simmer Down Cookbook Club for Millennials
7:00 pm
to
9:00 pm
Dancing Argentine Tango
Wednesday, April 8
10:00 am
to
11:15 am
Art in the AM program
10:00 am
Writers' critique group
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
3:00 pm
to
5:00 pm
Topical Seminars discussion group
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
Sussex Preservation Coalition meeting
Business
Tourism office releases new Visit Delaware Travel Guide
16 hours ago
Delaware Lt. Gov. Kyle Evans Gay helped the Delaware Tourism Office unveil its new Visit Delaware...
Chamber welcomes Kaja Asian Cuisine to membership
1 day ago
The Rehoboth Beach-Dewey Beach Chamber of Commerce recently welcomed Kaja Asian Cuisine to its...
New DRBA ferry design will allow upgrade to zero-emission operations
1 day ago
In December, the Delaware River and Bay Authority awarded a $78.6 million contract to Senesco...
Spring Home Expo returns April 11-12
1 day ago
The 28th Annual Delaware Resorts Spring Home Expo will take place from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday,...
Sussex Technical High School hosts 5th Annual Transition Fair
3 days 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
4 days ago
Meals on Wheels Lewes-Rehoboth announced the appointment of Aileen Mateo as its next executive...
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Blogs
A Few of My Brilliant Things
By Elise Seyfried
5 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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221 Nicklaus Ln, Magnolia | Your Next Chapter Starts Here – Comfort, Style & Community Await!
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$869,999 – east of the highway in Lewes & bike to the beach!
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Move-in Ready, Better Than New Home in Redmill Pond South!
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SOLD!! SAWGRASS. Relaxed, Refined, Rehoboth. Stunning Sawgrass Community.
Mike Kogler Team
2nd Street, Downtown Lewes: “COMING SOON”!! $2,395,000.
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409,900.00
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Canalfront Building Lots in Lewes
Lewes
2,200,000.00
Two lots are available and recently approved by City of Lewes. Sitework will commence in 2nd...
Bryce Lingo & Shaun Tull Team
Village of Cinderberry
Georgetown
359,000.00
74 Cinder Way, Georgetown, De 19947 - Welcome to 74 Cinder Way in the desirable 55+ community of...
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Dewey Beach
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🏡1601 Coastal Highway, #202 | Coastal & Read, Dewey Beach | List Price: $1,789,000 New to the...
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30200 Kent Road, Dagsboro DE 19939
Dagsboro
485,000.00
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POND-FRONT LUXURY OPEN HOUSE at 31742 Carmine Dr!
Rehoboth Beach
839,900.00
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Daniels Way Mobile Home Park
Lewes
47,000.00
20912 Daniels Way #3309, Lewes, De 19958 - CUTE AS A BUTTON! This little beach getaway is truly...
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Millsboro
499,000.00
PREMIUM LOT! Welcome to premier 55+ living in Independence! This charming ranch home is the perfect...
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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...
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Rehoboth Beach
3,895,000.00
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Banking bills introduced in Delaware General Assembly
Melissa Steele
18 hours ago
The Delaware Banking Modernization Act under Senate Bill 16 was introduced March 23, making changes...