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Friends gather to remember ‘Spoonie,’ support Cape music program
1 day ago
Family and friends of Stephen “Spoonie” Sponaugle held the first of two benefit events for the Cape Henlopen School District Music Program March 31...
Dickey Lamb: Fire in his blood
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Richard “Dickey” Lamb gave college a try but found his real calling was with the fire department....
Beebe adds to team of expert clinicians
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Beebe Healthcare recently welcomed the following new clinicians to its growing team of medical...
Delaware DMV warns about scam texts demanding payment for violations
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The Delaware Division of Motor Vehicles is urging Delawareans not to click on links in questionable...
Lewes holds second community bonfire
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A cool, cloudless evening was the setting for the second annual community bonfire hosted by the...
Sussex Tech district superintendent to retire
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The Sussex County Vocational Technical School District announced the upcoming retirement of...
Sussex Academy invites 135 new families via school lottery process
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After receiving nearly 1,500 applications during the School Choice enrollment period for the 2026-...
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The Art of Aging
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Jim Paterson
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In an age when we seem to be intently focused on emotional health (for better or worse), some...
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Exploring the Ancient Baths of Antoninus in Carthage with the Gazette
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William Stevens, mayor of Dewey Beach, and his wife, Janine, enjoyed a visit to the Baths of...
Saltwater Portraits
Dickey Lamb: Fire in his blood
Melissa Steele
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Richard “Dickey” Lamb gave college a try but found his real calling was with the fire department...
Around Town with Pam
Coastal grandma vibe has many interpretations
Pam Bounds
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I've heard the term "Coastal Grandma" a few times lately and wondered what it meant. I am now a...
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A Florence Thanksgiving to remember with the Cape Gazette
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The Resnick family traveled to Florence, Italy, to spend Thanksgiving with their son, Chase, who...
Traveler Series
Traveling yogis strike a pose in Greece
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Rehoboth Beach Yoga’s “Traveling Yogis” sent a sunny hello to the Gazette from their Glorious...
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Cape Life Stories
Clearing up our mental health conversations is important
2 hours ago
In an age when we seem to be intently focused on emotional health (for better or worse), some...
Cape Community Fund offers support for neighbors in need
47 minutes ago
The Cape Community Fund held its Spring Bash April 12 at Irish Eyes in Lewes. It was the 12th...
Exploring the Ancient Baths of Antoninus in Carthage with the Gazette
1 day ago
William Stevens, mayor of Dewey Beach, and his wife, Janine, enjoyed a visit to the Baths of...
Local DAR chapter to host historic tour, bake sale April 18 in Lewes
2 days ago
The Col. David Hall Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution invites the public to a...
Bluhm inducted into Dover AFB honorary commander program
2 days ago
Alongside 35 fellow community leaders from across the region, Sara Bluhm, executive director of the...
Serafin Ensemble to perform in Lewes April 17
3 days ago
The St. Cecilia Music Guild will present “Revolution and Independence,” a concert performance by...
Historic Lewes shoots film on local maritime history
4 days ago
Men and women burst out of the Sussex Tavern, desperately trying to get to safety as British ships...
Hillwood Estate, Museum and Gardens day trip set May 5
4 days ago
The Rehoboth Beach Historical Society and Rehoboth Art League are partnering to offer a day trip ...
Hands-on gardening sessions open to youth-serving groups
4 days ago
The School Nutrition AgriCulture Garden Foundation has partnered with a Lewes produce farm to offer...
Local Elks lodge donates personal care items to Delaware Veterans Home
4 days ago
The Cape Henlopen Elks Lodge 2540 Veterans Committee responded to a recent request from the...
May 6 dining fundraiser to benefit Walk 4 Prostate Cancer
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The Walk 4 Prostate Cancer will step off at 10 a.m., Saturday, Sept. 12, at Cape Henlopen State...
Coastal grandma vibe has many interpretations
4 days ago
I've heard the term "Coastal Grandma" a few times lately and wondered what it meant. I am now a...
Fort Miles to highlight WWII history at Delaware Defense Day
5 days ago
Honoring the men and women who secured the home front during World War II, Delaware Defense Day is...
Cape Henlopen Elks donation to Warrior Weekend Program helps injured veterans
5 days ago
The Veterans Committee of Cape Henlopen Elks Lodge 2540 near Lewes recently presented a $2,500...
A Florence Thanksgiving to remember with the Cape Gazette
5 days ago
The Resnick family traveled to Florence, Italy, to spend Thanksgiving with their son, Chase, who...
Botany expert to discuss coastal plain plants and flora April 16
6 days ago
The Delaware Botanic Gardens at Pepper Creek will host a talk by William McAvoy, retired Delaware...
Milton garden tour to welcome visitors June 27
1 week ago
The Milton Garden Club announced its 2026 garden tour will take place from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.,...
Lighthouse sunset cruise registration open for June 6
1 week ago
The Delaware River and Bay Lighthouse Foundation will host one sunset cruise fundraiser this summer...
Celebration of life held for Jackie Finer
1 week ago
Jackie Finer was remembered as a pioneer for helping older adults who touched many lives in Lewes...
School of Nursing at Beebe receives $1M scholarship endowment
1 week ago
Beebe Medical Foundation recently announced the establishment of the Robert J. & Lois H. White...
Traveling yogis strike a pose in Greece
1 week ago
Rehoboth Beach Yoga’s “Traveling Yogis” sent a sunny hello to the Gazette from their Glorious...
Miriam’s Table fundraiser set at Henlopen City Oyster House April 23
1 week ago
Henlopen City Oyster House will host its 10th Dining Out with Miriam event from 12 to 9 p.m.,...
Arbor Day celebration set at Rehoboth Elementary April 16
1 week ago
The City of Rehoboth Beach, in partnership with fourth- and fifth-grade classes at Rehoboth...
MERR yard sale donations welcome April 15-May 7
1 week ago
The Marine Education, Research and Rehabilitation Institute Inc. will hold its annual yard sale...
Education reform is League of Women Voters topic April 14
1 week ago
The Sussex County League of Women Voters will present a talk on “Current Efforts to Make Delaware...
AAUW to host Lewes mayor April 16
1 week ago
The AAUW Coastal-Georgetown Branch will meet at 11 a.m., Thursday, April 16, at The Lodge at...
Wine and Dine event to support Read Aloud Delaware April 15
1 week ago
The Boardwalk Plaza Hotel and Victoria’s Restaurant at 2 Olive Ave. in Rehoboth Beach will host the...
Spring peeper chorus is an ode to freshwater wetlands
1 week ago
Oh, the sweet sounds of spring. A high-pitched “fried rice, fried rice” frog chorus highlights my...
Community hosts talk with local author
1 week ago
Local writer Lyn McDonald spoke with reading enthusiasts during a March 19 author talk hosted by...
Bunny Bonanza brings rabbit fans to Lewes
1 week ago
Everybody’s favorite rabbit arrived right on time April 4, at the annual Bunny Bonanza in Lewes...
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Faith and Spirituality
Music and prayer highlighted in Good Friday presentation
1 week ago
Groome Church in Lewes presented The Seven Last Words of Christ, an orchestral work by Joseph Haydn...
Concert to feature Revolutionary War-era songs and music April 11
1 week ago
Groome Church will host the Ampersand Trio in a free concert open to the community at 7 p.m.,...
Eggs in the hallways at Rehoboth Beach Lutheran church
1 week ago
The Lutheran Church of Our Savior in Rehoboth Beach held its inaugural Easter egg hunt March 28....
Columbiettes to host day of reflection April 25
1 week ago
The Msgr. Francis Desmond Columbiettes of St. Jude The Apostle Parish will host a day of reflection...
St. Peter’s Holy Week services start March 29
3 weeks ago
St. Peter’s Episcopal Church in Lewes announced its Holy Week and Easter service schedule. All are...
Episcopal Church in Milton welcomes new priest-in-charge
3 weeks ago
The Episcopal Church of St. John the Baptist in Milton recently welcomed the Rev. Terrence O’Connor...
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Health
Integrative medicine doc to lead ‘Simplifying Supplements’ talk
2 days ago
Integrative medicine physician Uday Jani, MD, will present a free community talk, “Simplifying...
Beebe foundation luncheon lauds role of women in philanthropy
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The Beebe Medical Foundation recently hosted its 2026 Women in Philanthropy Luncheon to celebrate...
Pearl Clinic adds experienced primary care provider
3 days ago
The Pearl Clinic recently announced the addition of Carla Miller, NP, as a primary care provider in...
State recognizes April as Parkinson’s Disease Awareness Month
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Underscoring the growing impact of the disease on individuals, families and communities across the...
Maximize brain health while enjoying baseball season
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With baseball season officially in progress, the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America is providing...
La Red dental workers donate time to Give Kids A Smile
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La Red Health Center’s dental team recently provided dental care services to 34 children during its...
Lewes senior living community recognized for dementia care training
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The Alzheimer’s Association has recognized the Lodge at Historic Lewes for its dementia training...
Beebe team thanks Kay Young for dedicated leadership
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Beebe Healthcare and Beebe Medical Foundation officials extend thanks to Kay Young upon her...
Lewes woman survives widow-maker heart attack
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Ashley Marvel said she thought she had very bad indigestion, but what she was feeling back in late...
Beebe welcomes new care providers, continues active recruitment
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To meet the growing need for comprehensive healthcare across Sussex County, Beebe continues its...
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School Life
State Board of Education seeks applicants for student seat by April 30
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Gov. Matt Meyer announced April 13 that the application period is open for the student member seat...
HOB Guys With Ties welcome meat-processing professional
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H.O. Brittingham Elementary School’s Guys with Ties club members recently participated in an...
Sussex Academy launches comprehensive strategic plan
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Sussex Academy released its 2026-28 strategic plan March 11, noting it was designed to guide...
Lewes Elementary’s ‘Annie Jr.’ to open at Cape High April 24
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Lewes Elementary School’s spring musical production of “Annie Jr.” will delight audiences as it...
Cape alum wins first place in Princeton grad school contest
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Cape High alumna Hannah Wiswell of Rehoboth Beach, a Princeton University student pursuing a PhD in...
Lewes Elementary educator’s art earns Governor’s Choice Award
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A member of the Cape Henlopen School District and Lewes Elementary community is being recognized at...
Cape district honors volunteer mentor for going above and beyond
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The Cape Henlopen School District recently recognized Jon Fisher for his outstanding commitment as...
Sussex Academy students raise $3K to support Water for South Sudan
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Sussex Academy sixth-graders recently raised more than $3,400 to benefit Water for South Sudan....
Local artist leads collaborative mural project at Love Creek
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Students and staff at Love Creek Elementary School recently had an opportunity to help create a...
Little Vikings Preschool hosts family engagement night
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Little Vikings Preschool welcomed families for an evening of connection, learning and play during...
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Four proposed ordinances to improve housing development were backed April 15 by the Sussex County...