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Maritime history docks at reimagined Lewes museum
1 day ago
Historic Lewes unveiled its reimagined Maritime History Museum with an April 15 soft opening. The museum is located in the Rollins Community Center...
New chiropractic practice opens in Rehoboth
1 day ago
Dr. Nicholas Biagioli has opened Biagioli Chiropractic within Pure Chiropractic & Spa at 18977...
Five Cape teams advance to Odyssey of the Mind world finals
1 day ago
The Cape Henlopen School District is proud to announce that five teams have qualified for the...
Cape High students selected for Delaware All-State Band
1 day ago
Several Cape Henlopen High School student musicians recently earned the distinction of...
Milton Elementary students take on staff and LEOs in house challenge
4 days ago
Milton Elementary School was filled with energy, excitement and plenty of friendly competition...
Sussex County Democrats to host spring dinner May 16
3 days ago
The Sussex County Democratic Committee will host its annual spring dinner from 5 to 9 p.m., ...
Tommy Town fundraiser to benefit Camp Hope May 9
2 days ago
Tommy Town in Harbeson will host an event to benefit Camp Hope from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Saturday,...
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Recent Columns
Traveler Series
A Cape Gazette moment to remember
3 days ago
In November, Alice Henderson visited Minneapolis to see her son, Nathaniel, and his fiancée, Gracie...
The Art of Aging
Clearing up our mental health conversations is important
Jim Paterson
4 days ago
In an age when we seem to be intently focused on emotional health (for better or worse), some...
Traveler Series
Exploring the Ancient Baths of Antoninus in Carthage with the Gazette
6 days ago
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
1 week ago
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
1 week ago
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
1 week ago
The Resnick family traveled to Florence, Italy, to spend Thanksgiving with their son, Chase, who...
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Cape Life Stories
Food Bank of Delaware honors community champions
2 days ago
At its inaugural Neighbors Helping Neighbors appreciation event, the Food Bank of Delaware...
Lewes 250 to host ‘Revolutionary Dissent’ author for April 23 discussion
3 days ago
Lewes 250, the Lewes Public Library and Browseabout Books will welcome Stephen D. Solomon, author...
A Cape Gazette moment to remember
3 days ago
In November, Alice Henderson visited Minneapolis to see her son, Nathaniel, and his fiancée, Gracie...
Clearing up our mental health conversations is important
4 days 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
4 days ago
The Cape Community Fund held its Spring Bash April 12 at Irish Eyes in Lewes. It was the 12th...
Lewes holds second community bonfire
5 days ago
A cool, cloudless evening was the setting for the second annual community bonfire hosted by the...
Friends gather to remember ‘Spoonie,’ support Cape music program
5 days ago
Family and friends of Stephen “Spoonie” Sponaugle held the first of two benefit events for the Cape...
Exploring the Ancient Baths of Antoninus in Carthage with the Gazette
5 days ago
William Stevens, mayor of Dewey Beach, and his wife, Janine, enjoyed a visit to the Baths of...
Delaware DMV warns about scam texts demanding payment for violations
6 days ago
The Delaware Division of Motor Vehicles is urging Delawareans not to click on links in questionable...
Local DAR chapter to host historic tour, bake sale April 18 in Lewes
6 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
6 days ago
Alongside 35 fellow community leaders from across the region, Sara Bluhm, executive director of the...
Dickey Lamb: Fire in his blood
1 week ago
Richard “Dickey” Lamb gave college a try but found his real calling was with the fire department....
Serafin Ensemble to perform in Lewes April 17
1 week ago
The St. Cecilia Music Guild will present “Revolution and Independence,” a concert performance by...
Historic Lewes shoots film on local maritime history
1 week 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
1 week 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
1 week 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
1 week 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
1 week ago
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
1 week 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
1 week 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
1 week 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
1 week 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
1 week 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...
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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
2 weeks 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
2 weeks 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
2 weeks 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...
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Health
Broadwalk to support breast cancer awareness May 2
3 hours ago
The Delaware Breast Cancer Coalition will host its annual Broadwalk on the Boardwalk, with...
Beebe auxiliary gives $50K toward new wheelchairs for patients
5 hours ago
Beebe Healthcare Auxiliary is doing its part to ensure that patients with mobility limitations and...
La Red adds chiropractic care in Georgetown
1 day ago
La Red Health Center recently announced the addition of chiropractic services at its Georgetown...
Beebe adds to team of expert clinicians
1 week ago
Beebe Healthcare recently welcomed the following new clinicians to its growing team of medical...
Integrative medicine doc to lead ‘Simplifying Supplements’ talk
1 week ago
Integrative medicine physician Uday Jani, MD, will present a free community talk, “Simplifying...
Beebe foundation luncheon lauds role of women in philanthropy
1 week ago
The Beebe Medical Foundation recently hosted its 2026 Women in Philanthropy Luncheon to celebrate...
Pearl Clinic adds experienced primary care provider
1 week 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
2 weeks ago
La Red Health Center’s dental team recently provided dental care services to 34 children during its...
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School Life
Cape district presents GEM awards for Rehoboth Elementary
1 day ago
The Cape Henlopen School District recently presented Going the Extra Mile awards to two Rehoboth...
Cape district honors Rehoboth Elementary volunteer mentor
3 days ago
The Cape Henlopen School District recently recognized Emily Cunningham of Rehoboth Elementary...
State Board of Education seeks applicants for student seat by April 30
4 days ago
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
5 days ago
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
6 days ago
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
1 week ago
Sussex Academy sixth-graders recently raised more than $3,400 to benefit Water for South Sudan....
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Milton commission approves moving of historic mural
Ryan Mavity
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The Milton Historical Preservation Commission unanimously approved moving a historic mural from a...