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Delta Sigma Theta Sorority presents A Night of Elegance in White
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The Sussex County Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. presented A Night of Elegance in White June 28 at the Cambria Hotel near...
Noted neurosurgeon, author to speak July 18 in Seaford
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Dr. Ben Carson will speak about his book, “The Perilous Fight: Overcoming Our Culture's War on the...
State park friends group launches new photography competition
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The Friends of Cape Henlopen State Park, in partnership with Cape Henlopen State Park, the Coastal...
Service dogs helping to prevent suicides
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Paul and Linda Johnson are on a mission to prevent suicide among military veterans and first...
Sussex County Land Trust hosts donor appreciation party
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The Sussex County Land Trust recently hosted Trust and Toast, a donor appreciation event, at its...
Bayhealth celebrates Internal Medicine Residency Program graduates
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Bayhealth celebrated a significant milestone with the second class graduating from its Internal...
Cape High students earn Delaware Certificate of Multiliteracy
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The Cape Henlopen School District announced a group of exceptional students from Cape Henlopen High...
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Recent Columns
Traveler Series
Discovering China’s wonders with the Gazette
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Bill and Karen McKinnon visited China last fall, stopping at several iconic landmarks. Here they...
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A memorable NYC journey with the Gazette
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Brian and Terry Bell of Milton traveled to New York to visit family, bringing their favorite local...
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Steve Crawford and Judy Impell traveled to Mexico City over the Thanksgiving holiday to visit...
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Melissa Steele
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Never far from his handheld police scanner, Alan Henney has religiously covered the Cape Region’s...
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The Gazette explores Kyoto’s Golden Temple
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Rehoboth Beach residents Karen and Jeff Wilson visited the breathtaking Golden Temple in Kyoto,...
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Cape Life Stories
Snyder-Hall to address 14th RD Dems July 8
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The 14th Representative District Democratic Committee will meet Tuesday, July 8, at Iron Hill...
Cape Henlopen Elks present Flag Day program
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Cape Henlopen Elks Lodge 2540 of Lewes held a Flag Day luncheon June 14. Since 1911, the...
Discovering China’s wonders with the Gazette
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Bill and Karen McKinnon visited China last fall, stopping at several iconic landmarks. Here they...
UUSD social and environmental justice panel presents grants
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The Unitarian Universalists of Southern Delaware Social & Environmental Justice Committee...
Lewes Senior Activity Center holds summer solstice dance
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Dancers of all ages celebrate the summer solstice June 22 with an afternoon dance party at Lewes...
Milford Museum to present Pickett’s Charge program July 12
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The Milford Museum will continue its American History Series at 1 p.m., Saturday, July 12, at...
Elks support equine therapy for veterans
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Cape Henlopen Elks Veterans Committee members recently visited the stables at Southern Delaware...
Troop 95 explores Hagley Museum and grounds
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During a March camping weekend, Boy Scout Troop 95 of Georgetown toured the Hagley Museum along the...
Cape Henlopen Elks support Warrior Weekend Program
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The veterans committee of the Cape Henlopen Elks recently presented a $2,500 donation to the local...
A memorable NYC journey with the Gazette
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Brian and Terry Bell of Milton traveled to New York to visit family, bringing their favorite local...
Honoring cancer battles one butterfly at a time
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Milton Memorial Park hosted the 15th annual Wings of Hope butterfly release June 21. This deeply...
Library to host ‘Amalfi Curse’ author Sarah Penner July 8
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The Lewes Public Library and Browseabout Books will welcome author Sarah Penner for a discussion...
It’s only natural that I have selective vision
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My girlfriend sometimes gets frustrated that I don’t see things. “Can you hand me the ketchup?”...
La Red Health Center names new board president
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La Red Health Center, a federally qualified health center providing quality, culturally competent...
Hate Has No Home Here initiative launched statewide
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Speak Out Against Hate launched its statewide initiative, Hate Has No Home Here, at a meeting in...
‘Educating the Workforce’ author to sign books July 5
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Sussex County author John Moore will sign copies of his book, “Educating the Workforce: Building a...
VIA celebrates Joyce McCoy’s 50 years of service
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The Village Improvement Association of Rehoboth Beach held its annual May luncheon at the Atlantic...
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Research vessel Hugh R. Sharp gets a tune-up as it nears 20
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Lawson highlights Juneteenth’s meaning
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Joe Lawson reflected on the meaning of Juneteenth and the ongoing work toward racial justice during...
Sussex lifeguards receive free skin cancer screenings
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The Sussex County Lifesaving Association recently announced a successful community partnership with...
Lewes passport program underway for summer
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A program that encourages visitors to explore Lewes is underway for the season. The Lewes...
Exploring the Ancient Wonders of Teotihuacan with the Cape Gazette
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Steve Crawford and Judy Impell traveled to Mexico City over the Thanksgiving holiday to visit...
Save Our Sussex political action committee holds launch party
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A group of Sussex County residents concerned about the growing influence of special-interest...
Lion John Monahan receives International Presidential Award
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Scott Brannan, president of the Lord Baltimore Lions Club, announced longtime member John Monahan...
Fun on the Farm to support equine therapy programs June 28
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Compassionate Hearts will host its Fun on the Farm event, a family-friendly fundraiser, from 3 to 6...
Court-appointed volunteer advocates for children urgently needed
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The Office of the Child Advocate - Court Appointed Special Advocate Program of Delaware is...
Henney Report on hiatus
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Never far from his handheld police scanner, Alan Henney has religiously covered the Cape Region’s...
Go Fourth donations roll in to support Lewes fireworks
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Lewes businesses and community members are continuing to donate in support of Go Fourth’s seventh...
Clawdia the Crab selected as new Rehoboth library mascot
1 week ago
Just before summer break, Rehoboth Elementary School students were invited to imagine and create a...
Community volunteers tidy Lewes beaches for National Trails Day
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Volunteers gathered June 1 at Cape Henlopen State Park for a beach cleanup in recognition of...
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Health
State ramping up efforts to control tick population
3 days ago
Delaware is ramping up efforts to monitor and control tick populations as the state continues to...
Farm bureau supports mental well-being for ag community
3 days ago
The Delaware Farm Bureau, in partnership with the Delaware Department of Agriculture, has launched...
Blood Bank issues urgent call for donations thru July 7
3 days ago
Blood Bank of Delmarva has issued an urgent call for donors ahead of the Independence Day weekend...
Delaware Kidney Walk slated Sept. 21 in Lewes
4 days ago
The National Kidney Foundation of Maryland and Delaware will hold its 17th annual Delaware Kidney...
Event supports hospitality workers’ mental health
1 week ago
Celebrate Wellness, a nonprofit organization started by La Vida Hospitality, held its annual Orange...
Beebe’s Joyce Robert to lead academy of family physicians
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Beebe Healthcare recently announced Joyce Robert, MD, FAAFP, a valued medical staff member and...
Advanced Rehabilitation to host grand opening June 26
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Advanced Rehabilitation, a privately owned outpatient therapy clinic, will host a ribbon cutting...
Bayhealth golf event supports heart and vascular institute
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Bayhealth announced its 40th Spring Golf Tournament, held May 23 at Maple Dale Country Club in...
Beebe opens primary-care facility in Long Neck
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Beebe Healthcare celebrated the opening of its new Long Neck primary-care facility June 11. With...
Tea fundraiser to benefit Bayhealth cancer institute programs July 24
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The Bayhealth Foundation announced the formation of its women’s leadership council, a group of...
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School Life
Geoff and Ken Derrickson Memorial Scholarships awarded
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Two recent local high school graduates received a combined $12,000 in postsecondary scholarships...
Beacon students engage in community service projects
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Seventh-grade students and members of the National Junior Honor Society at Beacon Middle School...
Beacon young men’s group engages with elementary students
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The Beacon Middle School More Life young men’s group recently hosted events with students from...
Lewes Odyssey group takes second in world competition
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Lewes Mayor and City Council honored the Odyssey of the Mind winners from Lewes Elementary School...
James H. Groves HS holds 2025 commencement
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The James H. Groves Adult High School held its 61st commencement June 12, at Sussex Tech High...
Delmarva Christian celebrates Class of 2025 commencement
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Delmarva Christian High School held its Commencement Ceremony for the Class of 2025 May 23, marking...
Celebrating Delaware Women video entries due Aug. 31
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The Celebrating Delaware Women: Voices of Inspiration video contest is open to all First State...
SDARJ honors Love Creek Elementary students for excellence
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The Southern Delaware Alliance for Racial Justice recently honored Love Creek Elementary School...
HOB team represents Cape at VEX Robotics World Championship
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A robotics team from H.O. Brittingham Elementary School brought innovation, teamwork and...
Fred Thomas educator wins Johnson Orthodontics teacher gift
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Fred Thomas Middle School teacher Stacy Mancuso won $300 for National Teacher Appreciation Week. ...
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