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Wednesday, February 25, 2026
What’s New
Winter storm cancellations continue
Southern Delaware Orchestra to perform March 28-29
‘Ripcord’ comedy to open March 20 at Possum Hall
State of Emergency ends
Meteorologist to discuss science of hurricanes March 3
Rehoboth responders handle more than 50 calls during recent storm
Dewey working to clear streets after blizzard
Governor finalizes Strategies for State Policies and Spending
Chicken Ed was a Dewey Beach giant
Decision delayed on Revelation Brewing move
DNREC approves treatment capacity increase at Artesian plant
Dewey approves FY 2027 budget
Lewes recovers from blizzard
News / Police
Downed trees slow blizzard cleanup
By Chris Flood
8 hours ago
The snow has stopped falling, but the cleanup from the recent storm and the restoration of power to...
Rehoboth moving forward with more traffic-calming measures
By Chris Flood
8 hours ago
In advance of the 2026 summer season, a number of traffic-calming measures are coming to a handful...
Bicycle council makes second pitch for moped ban signage
By Kevin T. Conlon
8 hours ago
The Delaware Bicycle Council is making a second appeal to have signs installed on paved trails to...
Dewey talks resiliency plan, FEMA audits
By Ellen McIntyre
11 hours ago
The Dewey Beach Resiliency and Sustainability Committee is gaining momentum in developing a...
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Videos
Downed trees slow blizzard cleanup
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Viewpoints
Bunting respected all constituents
By Joyce O'Neal
15 hours ago
On behalf of the Delaware Manufactured Homeowners Association, we extend our deepest condolences on...
Snow blindness
By Jim Paterson
15 hours ago
Work zone status should be factor for tickets
By Oliver Shaw
18 hours ago
I appreciate the attention Cape Gazette and many local residents have given to the speed camera on...
CVS Awareness Day is March 5
By Tracy Worley
18 hours ago
Im writing about Cyclic Vomiting Syndrome Awareness Day March 5. CVS is an orphan disease with no...
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Obituaries
Glenn Clinton Moore Jr., beloved father, grandfather
4 days ago
Glenn Clinton Moore Jr., 74, went home to be with the Lord Wednesday, Feb. 18, 2026. He was born...
Elizabeth Conroy Hurdle, devoted educator
4 days ago
Elizabeth Conroy Hurdle, 91, of Harbeson, passed away peacefully at home Sunday, Feb. 15, 2026,...
Patricia Monaghan, hospice volunteer
5 days ago
Patricia Monaghan, 88, passed away Tuesday, Feb. 10, 2026. Patricia was born and raised in...
James Patrick Gillespie, devoted to faith, family
6 days ago
James Patrick Gillespie, 87, of Lewes, passed away peacefully Sunday, Feb. 15, 2026. Born Jan. 7,...
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Sports
Two days behind the camera, yet I often miss the money shot
By Dave Frederick
14 hours ago
What’s going on - Wrestling is the most intense sport; the dual meets are like indoor football...
Delmarva Christian crowned ESIAC champions for second consecutive year
By Aaron R. Mushrush
2 days ago
Playing to a packed house, the Delmarva Christian boys’ basketball team defended its ESIAC...
Cape wrestling wins Henlopen Conference tournament
By Dave Frederick
2 days ago
A two-day wrestling tournament is a wellness clinic of constant motion with performances and...
Cape girls’ basketball wins conference title
By Dan Cook
2 days ago
The Cape girls’ basketball team jumped out to an early lead and never looked back, defeating Early...
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A & E
Beautiful Broadkill
1 day ago
Gail Ryan of Millsboro submitted this lovely view of the Broadkill River in Milton, looking west...
Long Neck artist’s new exhibition to open Feb. 28 in Dover
1 day ago
Long Neck artist Jack Knight will have an exhibit of new works on display from Saturday, Feb. 28 to...
Milton Arts Guild to host reception for judged show March 1
3 days ago
Milton Arts Guild’s first judged show of 2026 will open Wednesday, Feb. 25, in the gallery at 107...
Milton Arts Guild celebrates Sue Dutton
By Ryan Mavity
4 days ago
Milton Arts Guild honored its former President Sue Dutton by naming a scholarship for a Cape...
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Cape Life
Sussex Academy students give speeches about Civil Rights Movement
By Ellen McIntyre
8 hours ago
Sussex Academy sixth-graders and their families gathered at the school for an annual speech...
Coastal Neurology and Wellness opens in Lewes
By Ellen McIntyre
12 hours ago
Coastal Neurology and Wellness Center, a nurse practitioner-owned neurology and chronic pain clinic...
Bayhealth Foundation welcomes new board members
1 day ago
The Bayhealth Foundation recently appointed two new members to its board of trustees. Evans...
Southern Delaware Orchestra names new board president
1 day ago
The Southern Delaware Orchestra announced Steve Greifer, co-founder, has stepped down as board...
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Local Buzz
Handle Needed Repairs Early
Bill Cullin
There is a standard chain of events that occurs when an offer comes in on a home. After a meeting...
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...
Grooming Your Yard
Bill Cullin
Does your yard have a freshly-painted fence, a smooth, green lawn and a well-trimmed hedge? A well-...
How to Control the Temperature in a Finished Attic
Mike Kogler Team
How to Control the Temperature in a Finished Attic
Attics often get cold in the winter...
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...
InFocus Financial Advisors, Inc. Present Don’t Leave It All To Your Kids! A Dynamic Spending Workshop at the Lewes Public Library
InFocus Financial Advisors, Inc.
InFocus Financial Advisors, Inc. will be hosting a workshop on dynamic spending in retirement. The...
Stay Powered, Stay Protected — Is A Home Generator Right For You.
Mike Kogler Team
Stay Powered, Stay Protected — Invest in a Home GeneratorIn today’s world, where weather extremes...
Cape Gazette’s Go-To-Guide for Spring and Summer Festivals
Cape Gazette
Spring and summer are when the Cape Region truly comes alive. From weekend festivals to can’t-miss...
Cape Gazette’s guide to saying ‘I Do’ in the Cape Region
Cape Gazette
Weddings is how Cape Gazette shows up for couples planning one of life’s most meaningful moments —...
A Rewarding Snow Day Activity!
George Reilly
A Rewarding Snow Day Activity! In the aftermath of a big snowstorm many housebound folks are...
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Calendar of Events
Today
(All day)
Easter egg preorder sale
(All day)
Pansie planters preorder sale
9:00 am
to
10:00 am
Prostate cancer support meeting
9:00 am
to
10:00 am
Grandparents of People on the Spectrum support group
10:00 am
Writers' critique group
10:30 am
to
11:30 am
Baby & Toddler Story Time
11:00 am
to
1:00 pm
Soup Social
12:00 pm
AARP Driver Safety Refresher Course
5:00 pm
to
7:00 pm
Delaware Seaside Railroad Club Train Display
6:00 pm
to
8:00 pm
Free Write
6:30 pm
to
7:30 pm
SAT resource demo
Thursday, February 26
(All day)
Pansie planters preorder sale
(All day)
Easter egg preorder sale
8:30 am
Boardwalk Stroll
9:00 am
to
1:00 pm
Free tax preparation assistance
11:00 am
to
7:00 pm
American Legion Build a Burger Day
11:00 am
to
12:30 pm
Socrates Café
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
4:00 pm
to
5:00 pm
American Girl club
5:00 pm
to
6:00 pm
The Harlem Renaissance program
6:00 pm
Elks Bingo
6:00 pm
to
8:00 pm
Transcendental Jam & Vegetarian Feast
Friday, February 27
(All day)
Pansie planters preorder sale
(All day)
Easter egg preorder sale
7:30 am
to
8:45 am
Rehoboth Beach Sunrise Rotary Club meeting
9:00 am
to
1:00 pm
Free tax preparation assistance
10:30 am
to
12:00 pm
French movie club
10:30 am
to
11:00 am
Baby & Me story time
5:00 pm
LHS “Bear Me Into Freedom” Screening Event
5:00 pm
LHS film screening
7:00 pm
Celebrate Recovery group
Business
Locals celebrate Delaware Lottery wins
2 days ago
Two local residents recently scored big wins with the Delaware Lottery. A 36-year-old woman from...
New reporting rules to impact some property sales
2 days ago
Changes to the way some real estate sales are reported are set to go into effect Saturday, March 1...
Ferry plans rate changes this spring
2 days ago
Anyone planning a trip across Delaware Bay aboard the Cape May-Lewes Ferry should plan to book in...
Lewes farmers market program receives $10,000 grant
3 days ago
The Historic Lewes Farmers Market has been awarded a $10,000 grant from the Acme Markets Foundation...
Sephora coming to Tanger Outlets Surfside
4 days ago
Popular cosmetics store Sephora will open soon in Tanger Outlets Surfside in Midway. The French...
Debbie Reed Team welcomes Realtor Brooke Martin
5 days ago
The Debbie Reed Team of RE/MAX Realty Group has added Realtor Brooke Martin as a buyers agent for...
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Blogs
I’m a Poet! And I Know It!
By Elise Seyfried
14 hours ago
I’ve been reading tons of poetry lately, most of it pretty good. While I wrote a library-load of...
Good Housekeeping
By Elise Seyfried
1 week ago
I always say I love my house’s “lived in look.” I mean, who wants to spend time in a clean and tidy...
My Personality in Six TV Commercials
By Elise Seyfried
2 weeks ago
There’s a terrific book of essays by Kathleen Norris and Gareth Higgins. It’s called
A Whole...
All Checked Out
By Elise Seyfried
3 weeks ago
I am really embarrassed to admit something, so I will do what I always do when this happens. I...
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“South Rehoboth” JUST SOLD: Sold Price: $4,961,250. Listed & Sold By Mike Kogler Team
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JUST SOLD! The Perfect Blend of Comfort, Convenience, and Coastal Lifestyle. End-Unit Townhome With A Two-Car Garage.
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SOLD! 3 BR, 2 BA Luxury Living Just a Few Blocks From The Sand!
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Live the Coastal Life of Luxury East of 1 in Lewes
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25098 Tanager Ln | Millsboro, DE | Upgraded Coastal Living in Peninsula Lakes
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In the Market
JETSET Travel, your travel agency; Coastal Highway Rehoboth Beach
Jetset travel, a trusted name in DE since 2005
Palliative Care Physician Joins Bayhealth
Bayhealth
Craft Fair
CHEER, Inc.
Shanty Night at Historic Lewes
Lewes Historical Society
PUPPY YOGA AT THE 5TH ANNUAL RALLY FOR OUR FIRST RESPONDERS
Rally For Our First Responders
LHS Speaker Series: Mary Wilson Thompson and the Anti-Suffrage Movement in Delaware
Lewes Historical Society
CHEER Academy
CHEER, Inc.
Philadelphia Flower Show
CHEER, Inc.
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Premier Listings
Stately 4BR Home in Covington Chase, Milton!
Milton
719,000.00
Stately Home in Covington Chase! 🍍 // LIST PRICE: $719,000✨ 📍 30200 Whitehall Drive, Milton, DE...
Jack Lingo, REALTOR®
Open House in Seabrook at 20202 Greythorne Ln!
Millsboro
545,000.00
Visit our open house on Saturday, February 28th from 10 am to 12:30 pm and take a tour of this...
The Julie Gritton Team
Refined Coastal Living in Indian Beach
Dewey Beach
4,500,000.00
Imagine a coastal lifestyle defined by uncrowded sands, gentle ocean breezes, and the rhythmic...
Bryce Lingo & Shaun Tull Team
22199 Arbor Cir, Milton, DE 19968
Milton
489,900.00
Experience the pinnacle of coastal-lifestyle comfort in this stunning Wilkinson Homes custom ranch...
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Chappell Farm
Milton
6,500,000.00
30511 Cave Neck Road Milton DE 19968 – Chappell Farm now available - rare opportunity for approved...
The Carrie Lingo Team
Open House at 21332 N Acorn Way - Fully Furnished...
Lewes
525,000.00
Join us on Saturday, February 28th between 12 pm and 2 pm for a tour of this STUNNING home! Turnkey...
The Julie Gritton Team
4BR Single-Family Home in Creek Haven, Selbyville!
Selbyville
405,000.00
Single-Family Home in Creek Haven! 🏞️ List Price: $405,000 📍 30155 Creekview Circle, Selbyville...
Jack Lingo, REALTOR®
Oceanfront in Rehoboth By The Sea
Dewey Beach
4,995,000.00
Rare oceanfront opportunity in Rehoboth by the Sea. Discover unparalleled coastal living at 2...
Bryce Lingo & Shaun Tull Team
Beautiful Classic Home where Traditional meets...
Rehoboth Beach
3,188,000.00
Back on the Market after a Kitchen Upgrade, a beautiful classic home where traditional meets...
Bill Cullin
Exceptional $4.5M Coastal Residence at Indian Beach!
Rehoboth Beach
4,500,000.00
Exceptional Coastal Residence at Indian Beach! 🍍🌊 // LIST PRICE: $4,500,000 📍19 Palmer Avenue,...
Jack Lingo, REALTOR®
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Winter storm cancellations continue
1 day ago
• Cape Henlopen School District has canceled school for Tuesday, Feb. 24. Because of widespread...