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Monday, July 14, 2025
What’s New
RES resource officer named Delaware Mentor of the Month
Application period opens July 15 for contractor bonding program
Worcester Prep preschoolers mix fun with learning letters
Southeastern Delaware Artists Studio Tour returns Nov. 8-9
‘Someone Must Wash the Dishes’ performance set July 21
Police, other agencies suspend search for swimmer missing off Rehoboth coast
Oyster shell recycling program marks 10-year milestone
Becker Morgan awarded for Harrington library architecture
No extra sand for First State in 2025
Beebe Healthcare set to take over Rite-Aid building lease in Lewes
Rehoboth board erupts on suit
Rehoboth planning approves 10 more rooms for Coast Hotel
Nature Conservancy celebrates environmental funding wins
News / Police
Home occupation ordinance slogs through Lewes process
By Bill Shull
1 day ago
A couple who has been waiting more than a year for a decision on whether they can open a dog-...
Ceremony closes out field of crosses near Lewes
By Bill Shull
1 day ago
The field had 660 crosses, but there was one that mattered most to Joe Hanley. Hanley came to pay...
Milton council, state planners clear the air over future land-use map
By Ryan Mavity
2 days ago
Milton Town Council and state planning officials had an air-clearing session July 7, as the two...
One killed in four-vehicle crash at Argos Corner
2 days ago
One man was killed and another critically injured in a four-vehicle crashed that closed southbound...
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Viewpoints
DNREC on water advisories: Better safe than sorry
By Chris Flood
2 days ago
My family and I were among the thousands of people who spent some portion of their day July 3 in...
City pity
2 days ago
DelDOT must find solutions
2 days ago
The indefinite delay of the New Road bridge replacement project in Lewes is a threat to public...
Does planning & zoning ever deny a project?
By Neil Trugman
3 days ago
I recently read an article where the chair of the Sussex County Planning & Zoning Commission...
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Obituaries
Virginia Lee Flood, IBM retiree, avid crafter
2 days ago
Virginia “Ginny Lee” Lee (Munion) Flood, 87, peacefully passed away in the comfort of her daughter’...
Elissa Rellihan Ruppert, devoted wife, mother
2 days ago
Elissa Rellihan Ruppert passed away Sunday, July 6, 2025. She was born July 8, 1976. Elissa is...
Frank J. Mahoney, retired band director
2 days ago
Frank J. Mahoney of Millsboro passed away Wednesday, July 9, 2025, at Beebe Healthcare in Lewes....
Betty Jane Greenwood, had adventurous spirit
2 days ago
Betty J. (Werstler) Greenwood, 92, passed away Sunday, June 15, 2025, in Fort Lauderdale, Fla....
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Sports
American Classic league champs crowned
By Fritz Schranck
1 day ago
Congratulations to the 2025 American Classic Golf League champions. The popular Midway club hosts...
Fishing isn’t for the weak-stomached
By Eric Burnley
1 day ago
After last week’s fun stories, it got my brain remembering even more humorous adventures. When I...
Milton 8-10 softball falls to Lower Sussex, Laurel
By Dan Cook
2 days ago
The Milton 8-10 softball all-stars dropped a 8-1 game to Lower Sussex July 10 at Milton’s Dr. James...
Phillies have me holding my breath
By Sumner Spence
2 days ago
The seesaw in the National League East continues with three games left until the all-star break....
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A & E
Lewes artist’s woodcut print selected for society exhibition
21 hours ago
A color woodcut print by Lewes artist Theresa Kehrer was selected for inclusion in the 2025 Summer...
Rehoboth museum to host Acoustic Jam Night July 24
23 hours ago
The Rehoboth Beach Museum will host a re-creation of Acoustic Jam Night from 7 to 9:30 p.m.,...
Clear Space Tony Party nets $106,000 for arts education
1 day ago
Clear Space Theatre Company held its annual Tony Party June 8, to raise funds in support of the...
Milton Arts Guild to host Mixed Media show reception July 20
1 day ago
Milton Arts Guild will unveil its newest exhibit, Mixed Media, Wednesday, July 16, at 107 Federal...
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Cape Life
Antique tractor pull set July 26 at Delaware State Fair
1 day ago
The Young Farmers & Ranchers Committee of the Delaware Farm Bureau announced its 31st annual...
DNREC Division of Parks and Rec nabs communicator awards
1 day ago
The Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control was recently presented two...
‘Villain in the Vineyard’ author to appear July 20
1 day ago
Browseabout Books will host author Judy Murray as she signs copies of “Villain in the Vineyard”...
Gazette goes on a South African safari adventure
1 day ago
Accent on Travel advisors Sofia Hedman and Reilly Reeves enjoyed a South African adventure crafted...
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Local Buzz
HOW TO PREPARE FOR SHOWINGS
Iron Valley Real Estate at The Beach - Frank Hornstein
HOW TO PREPARE FOR SHOWINGS These are some guidelines to help prepare for showings: ...
How to Set a Proper Budget for Your Home Remodel
Bill Cullin
When you decide to renovate your home – whether to sell or make improvements for you and your...
THE HENLOPEN - SOLD AT FULL PRICE
Iron Valley Real Estate at The Beach - Frank Hornstein
THE HENLOPEN - UNIT 705 SOLD AT FULL PRICE. Call me for all of your real estate needs. FRANK...
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Rehoboth Beach: A Premier Coastal Investment Destination
Mike Kogler Team
Rehoboth Beach: A Premier Coastal Investment Destination Rehoboth Beach remains the crown jewel of...
Meet Marla!
Got Your Back Self Defense
Marla walked through the doors of Riptide Brazilian Jiu Jitsu in November 2013, and never looked...
Dog Houses
Bill Cullin
A family pet often represents a major challenge when a house is being marketed. Your family may...
Travel & Leisure - Why Delaware is the Best State to Retire
Bill Cullin
The First State offers many perks to retirees, who now make up a fifth of its population....
SOLD @ The Henlopen!! Unit 808. Listed by The Mike Kogler Team. #1 Sales Team @ The Henlopen. For Showings Call: (302) 236-7648.
Mike Kogler Team
527 N Boardwalk #808, Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971
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WIRING MONEY FOR SETTLEMENT
Iron Valley Real Estate at The Beach - Frank Hornstein
WIRING MONEY FOR SETTLEMENT THIS HAS BECOME A MAJOR ISSUE WITH THE SALE OF A HOME. If you...
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Calendar of Events
Today
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“Inside the Studio of Ethel PB Leach.” Curated by by...
(All day)
“Feathered and Fancy”: Avian Interpretations from...
8:00 am
to
10:00 am
RB Free Writes
11:00 am
to
12:00 pm
Painting from Life program
11:00 am
L.E.A.P. Read to the Dogs program
12:00 pm
to
7:00 pm
American Legion Meatball Sub Day
12:30 pm
Duplicate Bridge
1:00 pm
to
4:00 pm
Mah Jongg
1:30 pm
Food for Thought
2:00 pm
to
3:00 pm
Crafty Kids program
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
5:45 pm
to
7:15 pm
Lewes-Rehoboth Rotary Club meeting
6:30 pm
to
8:30 pm
Millennial game night
8:30 pm
Dewey Beach movie night
Tuesday, July 15
(All day)
“Inside the Studio of Ethel PB Leach.” Curated by by...
(All day)
“Feathered and Fancy”: Avian Interpretations from...
8:30 am
Boardwalk Stroll
9:00 am
to
10:30 am
English as a Second Language class
10:00 am
to
10:30 am
Story time at Rehoboth Beach Farmers Market
10:00 am
to
2:00 pm
Rehoboth Beach Farmers Market
10:00 am
to
12:00 pm
Alzheimer’s Caregivers Support Group
10:30 am
to
11:00 am
Preschool Story Time
11:00 am
to
9:00 pm
Dine & Donate fundraiser
11:30 am
Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 1105 meeting
12:00 pm
to
7:00 pm
American Legion Taco Day
1:00 pm
to
2:00 pm
Juggling program
2:00 pm
to
3:30 pm
Adult Coloring group
3:30 pm
Stroke support group
4:00 pm
to
5:30 pm
“Finding Their Voices”—The History & Legacy of the...
4:00 pm
to
5:30 pm
Finding Their Voices walking tour
6:00 pm
to
8:00 pm
PFLAG Rehoboth Beach meeting
7:00 pm
Sussex Preservation Coalition meeting
7:00 pm
Cash bingo
7:00 pm
to
9:00 pm
Dancing Argentine Tango
Wednesday, July 16
(All day)
“Inside the Studio of Ethel PB Leach.” Curated by by...
(All day)
“Feathered and Fancy”: Avian Interpretations from...
8:00 am
to
9:00 am
Outdoor yoga class
8:00 am
to
9:00 am
Historic Lewes—Yoga on Campus
8:00 am
to
11:30 am
Historic Lewes Farmers Market
8:00 am
to
12:00 pm
Farmers Market at Sea Colony
9:30 am
Duplicate Bridge
10:30 am
to
11:30 am
Baby & Toddler Story Time
11:00 am
to
1:00 pm
Soup Social
11:00 am
to
11:45 am
Lewes History Highlights Walking Tour
11:00 am
to
11:45 am
Lewes History Highlights walking tour
12:00 pm
to
7:00 pm
American Legion Whatever Wednesday Bartender’s...
1:00 pm
to
3:00 pm
Family movie matinee
1:30 pm
Italian conversation group
2:00 pm
Spinning Yarns knit & crochet club
4:00 pm
to
7:00 pm
Hops & Crops Market
4:00 pm
to
5:00 pm
Paws for Reading
4:00 pm
to
9:00 pm
Benevolence Night
5:00 pm
to
6:30 pm
Conversation with Lisa Scottoline
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 walking tour
7:00 pm
to
8:00 pm
Dementia caregiver support group
7:00 pm
SummerScape 2025
7:00 pm
to
9:00 pm
Dewey Beach bonfire night
Business
Local mortgage CEO honored for industry impact
1 day ago
Robyn Graves, founder and CEO of Success Mortgage, has been named a 2025 Woman of Influence by...
First State Food System Grants awarded to 22 groups statewide
1 day ago
The Delaware Division of Small Business recently announced 22 businesses and organizations have...
Bayhealth extends supply chain partnership with Premier Inc.
1 day ago
Bayhealth has extended its supply chain partnership with Premier Inc. through 2028, following a...
Delaware Association of Realtors celebrates key legislative wins
2 days ago
As the 153rd Delaware General Assembly came to a close June 30, Delaware Association of Realtors...
Back Bay Financial launches in Bethany Beach
2 days ago
Back Bay Financial Planning & Investments LLC announced the official launch of its independent...
Fresh local watermelons join farmers market offerings July 12
3 days ago
The Historic Lewes Farmers Market will be open from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m., Saturday, July 12, at George...
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Blogs
Seasons of Blog (700th Post Today!)
By Elise Seyfried
6 days ago
350,000 words I have written, it's
700 mini-essays counting today
They’re not...
Irish Exit
By Elise Seyfried
1 week ago
I HATE goodbyes at the end of gatherings. For eons, I was trapped in the etiquette loop:“Thanks for...
Trivial Pursuits
By Elise Seyfried
2 weeks ago
Steve and I don’t frequent trivia nights in bars and restaurants. I maintain it’s because we want...
Core Beliefs
By Elise Seyfried
3 weeks ago
As if life wasn’t complicated enough. Nowadays, it’s not just about the general condition of our...
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