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Delaware Cape Region History in Photographs
Epworth church predates Clear Space Theatre Company
4 months ago
Before moving out to Holland Glade Road in 2008, Epworth United Methodist Church was located on...
Weather Picture
Winter sunrise
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Brian Sahm sent this image of one of the last 2024 sunrises at the beach.
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Canary Creek Sunset
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Fritz Schranck
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Dec. 31 marks the end of this column’s 26th year and a busy 12 months of Cape Region golf.
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Choppin' Wood
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How ugly is your sweater? The second annual Ugly Sweater 5K, organized by Redemption City, and...
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As we reflect on another year in the Cape Region, we are reminded of the strength and resilience of...
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Fight, eagles, fight
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A pair of immature bald eagles spars in mid-air in this amazing capture sent by Theresa Ford.
Traveler Series
A mother-daughter getaway to West Virginia with the Cape Gazette in tow
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This past summer, Gretta Ludwig Wolter of Lewes and her three daughters enjoyed a mother-daughter...
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A Lewes Christmas in 1996
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Attitude adjustment
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Around Town with Pam
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Pam Bounds
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The Cape Gazette steps into the bullring during a visit to Spain
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An informational map of Fort Miles
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New year will bring new fishing regulations
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Choppin' Wood
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