News Briefs 10/3/25

October 3, 2025

Cape senior wins Mediacom scholarship

Mediacom Communications announced Brielle Ross, a graduating senior at Cape Henlopen High School, was selected to receive a $1,000 scholarship as part of the company’s World Class Scholarship Program. The award recognizes the Lewes resident for outstanding leadership and academic accomplishments.

Mediacom Area Operations Director Marcus Simmons said, “Mediacom understands the importance of investing in future leaders like Brielle Ross. I’m proud that our company annually commits financial support to talented local students with the Mediacom World Class Scholarship Program. We congratulate all Class of ’25 graduates, and particularly celebrate Brielle’s outstanding achievements so far.”

Lewes student named to selective internship program

Washington College announced Ziggy Angelos of Lewes has been selected as a 2025 Explore America Summer Internship recipient. One of 26 students participating in the program to work, learn and expand their horizons, Angelos will be assigned to Easterseals of Delaware and Maryland's Eastern Shore. The program matches students with full-time, fully paid summer internships at a variety of leading cultural institutions and nonprofits across the country. Awardees are granted a $5,250 summer stipend for 10 weeks of full-time work and valuable experience, and are introduced to mentors who can change the course of their lives.

IRHS Hall of Fame nominations due

The Indian River High School Hall of Fame continues to honor alumni who make outstanding achievements in this community and the world. The nomination deadline is Friday, Oct. 17, for the 2025-26 Hall of Fame induction. The selection committee is looking for graduates who show great character, citizenship and leadership, and have made significant contributions in their field and community. The nominee must have graduated from Indian River High School at least 10 years prior to the nomination. Candidates will be evaluated on achievements and recognition in their chosen fields.

Today’s students are following in great footsteps. Previous inductees include educators, legislators, artists, civic leaders, athletes, first responders and more. They’ve come from as near as Dagsboro, and far as Texas and Michigan. The ideal candidate would be considered a role model whose life and work will inspire Indian River students in their pursuit of excellence. Download nomination forms at IRHSAlumni.com. Submissions must include the nomination paperwork, plus a second recommendation letter from another individual. Late applications will not be accepted.

All-way stop coming to Deer Forest Road

The Delaware Department of Transportation will be working from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Tuesday, Oct. 7, to convert the two-way stop at the intersection of Deer Forest Road and McColleys Chapel Road just west of Route 113 south of Ellendale to an all-way stop with new signs and pavement markings. Flaggers will be on site to direct motorists at the intersection.

This work is weather dependent. Motorists should use caution and expect minor delays in the area. For more information, go to deldot.gov, download the DelDOT app or tune to 1380 am WTMC.

All-way stop in future for Dorman Road

The Delaware Department of Transportation will be working from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 8, to convert the two-way stop at the intersection of Dorman Road and Lakewood Drive near Angola to an all-way stop with new signs and pavement markings. Flaggers will be on site to direct motorists at the intersection.

This work is weather dependent. Motorists should use caution and expect minor delays in the area.

For more information, go to deldot.gov, download the DelDOT app or tune to 1380 am WTMC.

Rehoboth workshop planned for Oct. 6

Rehoboth Beach commissioners will hold a workshop at 9 a.m., Monday, Oct. 6, at city hall, 229 Rehoboth Ave. The agenda includes a discussion about awarding the contract for Phase IV of the wastewater treatment facility improvements and an introduction of possible charter changes.

A full agenda, meeting materials and a livestream are accessible at cityofrehoboth.civicweb.net. Only in-person attendees may make comments. For more information, contact the city at 302-227-6181 or information@cityofrehoboth.com.

Special Rehoboth meeting set Oct. 6

Rehoboth Beach commissioners will hold a special meeting immediately after the Oct. 6 workshop ends in city hall, 229 Rehoboth Ave. The agenda includes further discussion about a possible public/private partnership with Clear Space Theatre Company.

The agenda also includes an executive session to discuss the content of documents excluded from the definition of public record, and hold preliminary discussions on sales or leases of real property.

Sussex County Council to meet Oct. 7

Sussex County Council will meet at 12 p.m., Tuesday, Oct. 7, at the County Administration Building, 2 The Circle, Georgetown.

The group will discuss the recommendations and report from the land-use reform working group. A public hearing is set regarding the issuance of bonds to finance projects for TidalHealth Nanticoke LLC.

Under old business, the group will consider a rezoning request from Northstar Property LLC to change 12.696 acres of land along Route 9 near Lewes from AR-1, agricultural-residential, to C-3, heavy commercial.

At 1:30 p.m., a public hearing will be held for a conditional-use request for a general contracting and home construction business, service and professional offices and storage on 5.57 acres of land bordering Shingle Point Road and Old Silo Lane near Milton.

View the full agenda at sussexcountyde.gov.

9-1-1 Awareness Day slated for Oct. 9

The Sussex County Department of Public Safety will host its annual 9-1-1 Awareness Day from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 9, at its headquarters at 21911 Rudder Lane, Georgetown.

The free public event will offer a behind-the-scenes look at how the facility and first responders serve the community. This year’s event will feature a fun and information-filled day of safety demonstrations and informational offerings, from police K-9s subduing pretend perpetrators to fire trucks, ambulance and paramedic units, police vehicles, and county and state mobile command centers on display.

Visitors can take tours of the 911 center and the adjoining EMS wing, and learn from displays and activities including the Delaware State Police K-9 team, Dagsboro Fire Company Safety House, Delaware State Fire Marshal’s Office, Delaware State Fire School, Delaware Emergency Management Agency, and Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control.

The event is sponsored by Sussex County and the Delaware State Police, which jointly operate the 911 center. For more information, contact Bailey Millman at 302-855-1000.

Rehoboth drawbridge painting set Oct. 17

The Delaware Department of Transportation will begin work on the Rehoboth Avenue bridge over the Lewes-Rehoboth Canal Friday, Oct. 17, as part of a statewide bridge-painting program. Lane shifts and lane closures on Rehoboth Avenue are expected to occur while work takes place from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, until early 2026.

Beginning Oct. 17, Canal Street will be closed at the Rehoboth Avenue end. To access it, eastbound motorists will enter the roundabout on Rehoboth Avenue, exit right onto Grove Street, turn right onto Sixth Street and arrive at Canal Street.

Northbound motorists on Canal Street will turn right onto Sixth Street and left onto Grove Street to arrive at Rehoboth Avenue.

Bicyclists may use travel lanes where “Bike in Lane” signs are posted. A flagger will be provided for pedestrians when sidewalks are actively blocked, and at the end of each day’s operation, the pedestrian facility will be reopened and unrestricted.

Motorists are reminded to use caution in the work zone and plan for minor travel delays. For more information, go todeldot.gov, download the DelDOT app or tune to 1380 am WTMC.

Cape High Class of ‘75 reunion set Oct. 18

The Cape Henlopen High School Class of 1975 will celebrate its 50th reunion starting at 4 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 18, at Big Oyster Brewery, 1007 Kings Highway, Lewes. No attendance fee will be collected, but food and beverages will be available for purchase at the venue. To learn more, go to Facebook and request to join the Cape Henlopen High School Class of ‘75 group.

AAUW Coastal-Georgetown to meet Oct. 16

The AAUW Coastal-Georgetown Branch will meet at 11 a.m., Thursday, Oct. 16, at The Lodge at Historic Lewes. Serving the chapter as board co-presidents this year are Nancy Wemer and Marcy Fink, with Denise Clemons as treasurer and Betsy Emery as secretary. Carolyn Newcott will continue as communications director, while Sheri Borrin and Linda Gourley will continue co-chairing education and scholarship. During the meeting, committee chairs will discuss activities planned for the program year. For more information, go to georgetown-de.aauw.net or email aauwcgboard@gmail.com.

Museum program to highlight Era of McCarthyism Oct. 11

The Milford Museum American History Series will present Emily Green speaking on “The Era of McCarthyism” at 1 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 11, at Milford Public Library, 11 SE Front St., Milford.

While history may not truly repeat itself, it often rhymes. This common refrain holds true for both the first and second Red Scares. Though U.S. Sen. Joseph McCarthy’s era is better known, parallels run deep with the era led by A. Mitchell Palmer, former United States attorney general. This program will examine the time of the first Red Scare following World War I before moving on to the McCarthy era. One of the darkest times of American history revealed itself as McCarthy and his associates mercilessly hunted for communists in all areas of American government, culture and society. Some surprising Delaware connections will be revealed.

A Delaware native, Green graduated from Dover High School in 2008. She earned her undergraduate degree in history from West Chester University of Pennsylvania and her graduate degree in American history from Pace University. Her graduate thesis focused on the role played by women in opposing the second wave of feminism and the resurgence of conservatism in post-World War II America. She began her teaching career at Caesar Rodney High School, where she taught AP United States history and AP human geography. She now teaches at Polytech High School, where she was named the 2025 Polytech School District Teacher of the Year.

Sponsored by the Milford Museum, these monthly programs focus on a variety of topics concerning local, state and national history. For more information, contact the museum at 302-424-1080 or email tom@milfordDEmuseum.org. The programs are offered through a generous grant from the Delaware Heritage Commission.

AARP Chapter 5340 to meet Oct. 6

AARP Chapter 5340 Georgetown will meet at 11 a.m., Monday, Oct. 6, in the Millsboro Police Station community room, 120 W. Railroad Ave. Ext., Millsboro. Delaware State Police Detective Michael Venero with the Troop 4 financial crimes unit will discuss fraud awareness, cybercrime and prevention.

No lunch options are offered, though attendees may choose to dine out together after the meeting. Meetings continue the first Monday of each month.

New members are always welcome. To learn more, email Carol Ann Stone at casflowers@comcast.net.

Depression screening day set Oct. 7

In recognition of Mental Illness Awareness Week, CAMP Rehoboth will partner with the Mental Health Association of Delaware to offer free, anonymous depression screenings to the community from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Tuesday, Oct. 7, at 37 Baltimore Ave., Rehoboth Beach.

Elizabeth A. Davis, PsyD, of MHA will be onsite to offer the complimentary depression screenings. These screenings are often the first step toward getting help for individuals with depression.

The partnership comes two days before National Depression Screening Day, Thursday, Oct. 9, a day designed to call attention to the illness of depression on a national level, educate the public about symptoms and effective treatment, offer individuals the opportunity to be screened for depression, and connect those in need to the mental health care system in Delaware.

Preregistration is encouraged by visiting camprehoboth.org/events; walk-ups will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.

AARP theater trip reservations due

AARP Chapter 5340 is sponsoring a trip set for Tuesday, Nov. 18, to the American Music Theatre in Lancaster, Pa. Attendees will see a live performance of “Deck the Halls.” All are welcome.

The cost includes round-trip bus transportation, admission to the show, and lunch at Miller’s.

Participants will depart at 7:45 a.m. from the College Park Shopping Center near the Georgetown Walmart.

Paid registration is due by Thursday, Oct. 9. For more information, contact Paula Norman at 302-567-1748 or paulaluvslabs@aol.com.

Medicare and taxes webinar set Oct. 7

A free educational webinar, What Retirees Need to Know about Medicare and Taxes in 2025, is set for 6 p.m., Tuesday, Oct. 7.

Medicare is often a confusing and time-consuming topic, particularly now with sweeping changes affecting prescription drug benefits and retirees’ taxes.

Presenters are Brady Fitzgerald, CLU, ChFC, RHU, FLMI, FSRI, and Len Hayduchok, CFP.

Fitzgerald is a seasoned insurance professional, adept at guiding people through Medicare enrollment and comparing plan choices. Registration is required; learn more at dedicatedfinancial.com.

Financial planning for retirement workshop set Oct. 9

To help educate those who are nearing retirement or who have recently retired, InFocus Financial Advisors will host a free, one-hour workshop, Retirement Success, from 10 to 11 a.m., Thursday, Oct. 9, at the Lewes Public Library, 111 Adams Ave., Lewes.

Led by Gregory Holman, FPQP, senior relationship manager and financial advisor at InFocus, the workshop will cover real costs of retirement; risks that come after retirement; and planning, managing and protecting one’s retirement income.

Seating is limited; register at retireinfocus.com/roth-conversion-strategies.

Walk to End Alzheimer’s steps off

The Walk to End Alzheimer’s Southern Delaware will be held Saturday, Oct. 4, in Grove Park at Columbia Avenue and Grove Street, Rehoboth Beach.

Registration opens at 8 a.m., with the promise garden ceremony starting at 9 a.m. To register, go to alz.org/rehobothbeach.

The Alzheimer’s Association invites community residents to join the fight to end Alzheimer’s by participating.

“This is a pivotal moment in the fight against Alzheimer’s. There are now treatments that can change the course of the disease,” said Meg DiPanni, vice president of development, Alzheimer’s Association Delaware Valley Chapter.

More than 7 million Americans are living with Alzheimer's disease, a leading cause of death in the United States.

Also, nearly 12 million family members and friends provide care to people living with Alzheimer’s and other dementias.

In Delaware, there are more than 23,300 people living with the disease and 32,000 caregivers.

Christmas parade entrants sought

The Rehoboth Beach Volunteer Fire Company is accepting entry applications from community groups for this year’s Hometown Christmas Parade, set for Monday, Dec. 1. The deadline for application submissions is Friday, Nov. 14.

Parade details, rules and the application form are available at rehobothbeachfire.com.

Anyone with questions or requests for assistance with entry applications should email christmasparade@rehobothbeachfire.com or call 302-542-6802.

All participants and attendees are invited to visit RBVFC Station 1 on Rehoboth Avenue after the parade for Santa’s Christmas party, which will include refreshments and an opportunity for children to visit Santa Claus.

Cape Artists to display at Moorings

The Moorings at Lewes is hosting an exhibition of work by members of the Cape Artists Gallery during October. The show is open to the public for viewing in the retirement community’s gallery at 17028 Cadbury Circle, Lewes.

Musical instrument donation drive begins

Southern Delaware Orchestra’s fourth annual musical instrument donation drive, aka Instruments from the Attic, will run from Monday, Oct. 6 through Saturday, Nov. 15.

Instruments of any kind, regardless of condition, will be accepted; the drop-off site is Lewes Public Library, 111 Adams Ave., Lewes. Also welcome are accessories like music stands, sheet music, shoulder rests, instrument cases and similar items.

The drive aims to help local youth and adults further their music education without the financial burden of purchasing or renting. All donations are tax-deductible. To learn more, go to sodelomusic.org or email delgalloviolin@gmail.com.

Girls (and Guys) Night Out to benefit Harry K

Each year, the Harry K Foundation hosts a Girls Night Out fundraiser to support its mission to eliminate childhood hunger across Delaware.

The event is breaking tradition and turning up the fun, as men are invited to join this year’s festivities from 6 to 9 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 15, at the Cambria Hotel, 17222 Hood Road, Rehoboth Beach.

Emcee Bryan Clark will provide commentary as fashion vendors and models showcase the latest styles for both women and men. The event will include refreshments, hors d’oeuvres and a cash bar.

Childhood hunger is an often hidden but serious issue that impacts children’s health, learning and overall development. Founded by Harry Keswani, the Harry K Foundation works year-round to fund programs and initiatives aimed at ending childhood hunger across Delaware, including partnerships with the Food Bank of Delaware.

To learn more, go to harrykfoundation.org.

Country legends tribute set Nov. 8

American Legion Auxiliary Unit 28 will present Tim Beasley's Tribute to Johnny (Cash), Willie (Nelson) and Kenny (Rogers) from 12 to 3 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 8, at the post, 31768 Legion Road, Millsboro. Admission for lunch and the performance is $25. Guests of Warrior Weekend who are visiting military families currently receiving medical treatment at Fort Belvoir, Va., will be recognized. The event is open to the public. Fort Belvoir personnel select families based on their assessment of personal need. Tickets may be purchased at the post bar or through auxiliary members. To learn more, contact Beth at 302-381-3897 or June at 484-571-9214 and go to warriorweekend.net.

Holiday marketplace slated for Nov. 15

The Ellendale Volunteer Fire Department Auxiliary will hold its holiday craft and vendor marketplace from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 15, at 302 Main St., Ellendale. Artisans and vendors will offer an array of gift items, home decorations and more. Food will be prepared and served by auxiliary members. To learn more, contact Terrie Ottomano, committee chair, at town.terrie.ottomano@outlook.com.

St. George’s Italian dinner RSVPs due Oct. 9

St. George's Chapel Hall will be transformed into an Italian trattoria for a fundraising dinner Friday, Oct. 10, at 20332 Beaver Dam Road, Harbeson. Seatings will be held at 5 and 6 p.m. The menu includes three-cheese baked ziti with or without sausage, Italian-style green beans, a garlic roll, and tiramisu and Italian cookies for dessert. Soft beverages are included, and BYOB is allowed for those dining in. The cost is $18 per person. Takeout meals are available as well. Advance reservations for dining in or takeout are required by the deadline of Thursday, Oct. 9. To sign up, call Jim at 772-349-1946. Proceeds from this event will support local charities. The hall is handicapped accessible, and there is ample off-street parking available in the parking lot next to the building. All are welcome.

Family day set Oct. 12 in Millsboro

Indian Mission United Methodist Church will sponsor a Fall Family Day from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 11, at Indian River Volunteer Fire Company Station 1, 32628 Oak Orchard Road, Millsboro.

This free community event is open to all ages, and guests can enjoy games and prizes, fire truck rides, food, face painting, health screenings and more. To learn more, call 302-841-7962 or 302-542-5533.

Blessing of animals set at local churches

The Episcopal Parish of All Saints’ Church and St. George’s Chapel will hold blessing of animals events at 12 p.m., Sunday, Oct. 5, at both its locations.

Blessings at St. George’s will be held in the parish hall parking lot at 20332 Beaver Dam Road, Harbeson, across the road from the historic chapel.

All Saints’ Church will hold its blessings in the gardens next to the church at 18 Olive Ave. in downtown Rehoboth Beach.

All animals big and small, are welcome. The event is open to the general public; there is no charge and everyone is welcome. The annual blessing coincides with the Feast of St. Francis of Assisi, patron saint of animals. For details, go to allsaintsandstgeorges.org or call 302-227-7202.