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Thursday, April 30, 2026
What’s New
Beebe, CAMP Rehoboth announce partnership
Abriblu to perform May 2 in Rehoboth Beach
Seahawks back on track after 16-7 lacrosse triumph over IR
Seahawks fly past Panthers 1-0 for sixth soccer win in a row
Slower Lower Film Fest entries due May 15
Delaware railroad history is museum program topic
Free hearing seminar and screenings set May 6 at Lewes library
Georgetown Student Art Show winners announced
Blue Moon in Rehoboth Beach saved from the auction block
Cape boys’ lax falls to Salesianum in battle of nationally ranked teams
Seahawks volleyball battles back from 2-0 deficit
Kindness is Power Club inspires positive student mindset
Ride to the Tide in rain or shine
News / Police
MERR responds for grey seal rescue from river dock near Dover
18 hours ago
A call came in to the Marine Education, Research and Rehabilitation Institute late in the evening...
Rehoboth to rebuild Boardwalk pavilion at Maryland Avenue
By Chris Flood
21 hours ago
Rehoboth Beach has announced it will replace the Boardwalk pavilion at the end of Maryland Avenue ...
Milton review committee to seek cost-benefit analysis on Carey Farm
By Ryan Mavity
1 day ago
The Milton Special Review Committee is asking town council to direct administration to conduct a...
News Briefs 4/28/26
2 days ago
Lewes art group to meet April 29 The Lewes Public Art Committee will hold its monthly meeting at 5...
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Viewpoints
Rehoboth auction draws crowd 30 years ago
1 day ago
Online auctions are commonplace in 2026, but that wasn’t the case in 1996. However, that’s how the...
A rosy outlook
1 day ago
Diane Yanaitis saw this pretty rosy maple moth while walking in Milton.
The troubling path of SB 272
By Jennifer Cohan
2 days ago
Last week’s Senate Labor Committee hearing on Senate Bill 272 should have been a moment for...
Everywhere a sign...
By Jim Paterson
2 days ago
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online polls
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Obituaries
Constance Ruth Smith, loving grandmother
1 day ago
Constance “Connie” Ruth (Stevens) Smith, 89, formerly of Rehoboth Beach, passed away Tuesday, April...
Sandra Lynne Workman, loved her family, animals
1 day ago
Sandra Lynne Workman, 75, passed away Saturday, April 18, 2026, in Lewes. Sandy was a loving...
Thomas Keith Rew, veteran, volunteer extraordinaire
1 day ago
Thomas Keith Rew, 79, of Lewes, passed away Saturday, March 28, 2026. He was born Oct. 12, 1946, in...
Carolyn W.C. Fogerty, beloved wife, mother
2 days ago
Carolyn W.C. Fogerty, 97, formerly of Berwyn, Pa., and Lewes, passed away Wednesday, Nov. 12, 2025...
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Sports
Seahawks celebrate seniors with 7-5 softball win over Laurel
By Aaron R. Mushrush
2 hours ago
A 7-5 win over Laurel on Senior Night April 28 could be the boost the Sussex Academy softball team...
Cape volleyball shuts out IR, falls to Riders
By Dan Cook
18 hours ago
The Cape boys’ volleyball team had an up-and-down week, as the Vikings smashed Indian River 25-14,...
Arden MacPhee turns the world on with her smile
By Dave Frederick
2 days ago
Posterizing Planet Earth - Arden MacPhee, 13, is a community kid who beat the odds and childhood...
Elks Lodge donates to youth golf organization
2 days ago
The Cape Henlopen Elks Lodge presented a check for $3,000 to the First Tee Delaware its recent...
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A & E
Margarita contest set May 3 at Big Chill
16 hours ago
Big Chill Surf Cantina will hold a Margarita Contest for a Cause from 3 to 6 p.m., Sunday, May 3,...
Sussex libraries to host fourth Children’s Book Festival May 2 in Milton
1 day ago
Sussex County Libraries will host the fourth Children’s Book Festival from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.,...
Clear Space Theatre to introduce spring repertory shows May 1 and 4
1 day ago
As part of its ongoing program expansions, Clear Space Theatre Company features two productions...
Hummingbird in Hover
2 days ago
A hummingbird hovers midair to sip nectar from a blooming bush at The Peninsula, captured by...
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Cape Life
The Gazette, two travelers and a sleeping volcano
16 hours ago
While touring Iceland, Gazette readers Bob and Lorraine Nearpass signed up for the Inside the...
Local scout completes conservation project at James Farm Ecological Preserve
17 hours ago
Life Scout Matthew Hanna of Troop 1, chartered to St. Peter’s Church in Lewes, recently completed a...
Mariner language arts students create museum relic projects
19 hours ago
Sixth-grade students at Mariner Middle School transformed their study of mythology and ancient...
Bike drive accepting donations May 2 at Bayhealth Milton
20 hours ago
Free Bikes 4 Kidz Delaware and sponsor Bayhealth will host a bike drive from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.,...
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Local Buzz
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...
Dog Houses
Bill Cullin
A family pet often represents a major challenge when a house is being marketed. Your family may...
"Stuff," Money, and Music
George Reilly
"Stuff," Money, and Music I think it is safe to say that for anyone who has spent time cleaning...
Touch of Italy Moves Beloved Parm Night to Mondays—For a Limited Time
Touch of Italy
For years, locals across Delmarva have planned their week around one dependable comfort-food...
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,...
Contingency Contracts
Bill Cullin
Buyers walk into your home in your area and fall in love with it. There is one problem - they will...
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...
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...
My Father’s “Death Bag:” A Love Story.
George Reilly
My Father’s “Death Bag:” A Love Story. It is a very simple black nylon bag. Some might call it a...
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...
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Calendar of Events
Today
8:30 am
to
3:30 pm
Women’s forum
8:30 am
Boardwalk Stroll
9:00 am
to
4:00 pm
Delaware Botanic Gardens open
11:00 am
to
11:45 am
Lewes History Highlights walking tour
11:00 am
to
3:00 pm
Friends of Milton Public Library Book and Gift Shop
11:00 am
to
7:00 pm
American Legion Build a Burger Day
11:00 am
to
11:45 am
Lewes History Highlights Walking Tour
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
5:00 pm
to
6:00 pm
Singers+Songwriters presentation
6:00 pm
to
8:00 pm
Transcendental Jam & Vegetarian Feast
6:00 pm
Elks Bingo
Friday, May 1
7:30 am
to
8:45 am
Rehoboth Beach Sunrise Rotary Club meeting
9:00 am
to
4:00 pm
Delaware Botanic Gardens open
10:00 am
Guided welcome walk
10:00 am
to
8:00 pm
Spring Sidewalk Sale
11:00 am
to
11:45 am
Lewes History Highlights walking tour
11:00 am
to
11:45 am
Lewes History Highlights Walking Tour
4:00 pm
to
7:00 pm
Historic Lewes First Friday Community Nights
4:00 pm
to
7:00 pm
Historic Lewes First Friday Community Night
5:00 pm
to
8:00 pm
Holy Smokes fundraiser
7:00 pm
Celebrate Recovery group
Saturday, May 2
8:00 am
to
12:00 pm
Historic Lewes Farmers Market
8:00 am
to
12:00 pm
Riverwalk Farmers Market
9:00 am
to
4:00 pm
Delaware Botanic Gardens open
9:00 am
Horse show series
9:00 am
to
1:00 pm
LIB plant sale
9:00 am
to
12:00 pm
DelNature spring native plant sale
10:00 am
to
2:00 pm
Spring plant sale
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
1:00 pm
Genealogist in Residence Program—Historic Lewes
10:00 am
to
2:00 pm
Sussex County Libraries Children's Book Festival
10:00 am
to
11:00 am
Sound immersion meditation in the gardens
10:00 am
Broadwalk on the Boardwalk
10:00 am
Guided welcome walk
10:00 am
to
2:00 pm
Water Family Fest & Native Plant Sale
10:00 am
to
8:00 pm
Spring Sidewalk Sale
10:00 am
to
3:00 pm
Delaware Seaside Railroad Club Train Display
10:00 am
to
1:00 pm
Genealogist in Residence program
10:30 am
to
11:30 am
Mat Pilates for Millennials
11:00 am
to
11:45 am
Lewes History Highlights walking tour
11:00 am
to
7:00 pm
American Legion Wing Day
11:00 am
to
3:00 pm
Nanticoke Indian Museum Heritage Day
11:00 am
to
3:00 pm
Lewes British Motorcar Show
11:00 am
to
11:45 am
Lewes History Highlights Walking Tour
11:00 am
to
1:00 pm
Dungeons & Dragons program
3:00 pm
New Hope Canoe Club orientation meeting
4:00 pm
to
7:00 pm
Kentucky Derby Day Party
4:30 pm
to
7:30 pm
SDTR’s Kentucky Derby watch party
8:00 pm
to
10:30 pm
Haunted Histories: Investigating the Paranormal with...
Business
Riverwalk Farmers Market sets May 2 grand opening in Milford
15 hours ago
Downtown Milford will host the grand opening of the 2026 Riverwalk Farmers Market season starting...
First State Corn & More to open new Route 1 location May 2
18 hours ago
Five years after opening the First State Corn & More food truck in a parking lot on Route 1...
Opening day is May 5 for Rehoboth Beach Farmers Market
1 day ago
The Rehoboth Beach Farmers Market will open for its 20th season with a special ribbon cutting at 9:...
Historic Lewes Farmers Market opens May 2 for its 21st season
1 day ago
The Historic Lewes Farmers Market, recently chosen 8th Best Farmers Market in America, will...
Rehoboth-Dewey chamber spring sidewalk sale runs May 1-3
1 day ago
The Rehoboth Beach-Dewey Beach Chamber of Commerce announced its 43rd Annual Spring Sidewalk Sale...
Hertrich Toyota of Milford receives 2026 President’s Award
2 days ago
Hertrich Toyota of Milford recently announced it has been awarded the prestigious 2026 Toyota...
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Blogs
Registering a Complaint
By Elise Seyfried
1 week ago
Suleika Jaouad is a wonderful author and artist, who has a terrific Substack,
The Isolation...
Why I Can’t Just Relax
By Elise Seyfried
2 weeks ago
Right down there with the ever-flattering comment “You’d be prettier if you smiled” (to which I...
Easter Tuesday
By Elise Seyfried
3 weeks ago
Not that I am an amazing, or even adequate, housekeeper, but I do sometimes think of Lent as a time...
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LEWES WEATHER
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“SOLD” In 9 DAYS!! Dewey Bayside: Mike Kogler Team, Long & Foster, Rehoboth
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OPEN HOUSE! SAT., May 2nd, 10am-12 noon. Spacious Coastal Retreat on ¾ Acres. Just minutes to Lewes and Rehoboth Beaches!
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221 Nicklaus Ln, Magnolia | Your Next Chapter Starts Here – Comfort, Style & Community Await!
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Beebe, CAMP Rehoboth announce partnership
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Beebe Healthcare and CAMP Rehoboth announced April 30, a new partnership designed to expand...
