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Cape Life Stories
Dr. Ben Carson speaks, presents awards at Cornerstone Family event
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The inaugural Cornerstone Family event, held July 18 in Seaford, recognized several local families...
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Rehoboth Pride Festival brightens convention hall
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Habitat receives $12,000 from wine, food and music event
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Sussex County pageants registration due Nov. 1
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Lord Baltimore Lions sale raises funds for community causes
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‘Whiz Kid’ author to appear in Rehoboth July 24
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Author Joel Burcat will sign copies of his book, “Whiz Kid,” from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m., Thursday, July...
Local author to sign children’s picture books July 20
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Milton Historical Society opens new research center
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Milton Historical Society opened its new research center July 12, with an educational family tree...
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Seven teams fought for glory in the Dewey Business Partnership’s annual canoe races July 15, at the...
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Women’s Club of Indian River supports local boys & girls club
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Nanticoke Rotary contributes $20,000 for Can Do Playground
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Delaware school administrators honor Jenny Nauman
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‘View From Lake Como’ author event set July 21
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Faith and Spirituality
Shabbat Under the Stars is a cherished tradition
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Chabad of Southern Delaware held its fourth annual Shabbat Under the Stars July 11 near Lewes. The...
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Trinity Faith Christian Center held its annual Fourth of July celebration and car show at its...
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Health
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Bayhealth welcomed 50 student-athletes and staff from University of Delaware Athletics June 13, as...
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Local students excel at universities
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