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Wednesday, May 21, 2025
What’s New
Ronald Sundell MacArthur, award-winning journalist and photographer
BBB honors Seely Homes with Torch Award for Business Ethics
News Briefs 5/20/25
Runner is a two-time state champion, same event on same day
We will miss Ron MacArthur
Watch out for turtles
Rehoboth lifeguard station helped detect aircraft
Remove Parker Selby from office
Lewes installs new temporary artwork
Pole Family provided a fun mystery near Lewes
Third annual Cape Gazette 5K is fast and fun
DelDOT holds workshop on Route 16 plans
Honoring the legacy of Ron MacArthur
News / Police
Granary expected to start building in June
By Ryan Mavity
17 minutes ago
The Granary at Draper Farm development is expected to begin construction of the first of its 10...
DelDOT preps for summer data collection in Milton
By Ryan Mavity
17 minutes ago
The Delaware Department of Transportation is planning to collect data during high-traffic summer...
Dewey implements fee for jaywalkers
By Ellen McIntyre
12 hours ago
In an effort to improve pedestrian safety and enforce the use of crosswalks, Dewey Beach will now...
Study outlines former Troop 7 options
By Kevin T. Conlon
15 hours ago
Options for the future of the former Delaware State Police Troop 7 barracks site on Route 1 near...
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Viewpoints
Lewes lodging levies
By Jim Paterson
19 hours ago
Now taking reservations: Canada to Cape Region, nonstop
By Chris Flood
4 days ago
After years of construction, the Route 1 southbound bridge at Route 16 is open to vehicular traffic...
Meals on wheels
By Jim Paterson
4 days ago
It’s time for Dems to take action
4 days ago
Sussex Academy recently hosted an open house for local elected officials, offering them an...
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online polls
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Obituaries
Mary Jane McGinnis, homemaker, volunteer
1 day ago
Mary Jane McGinnis passed away peacefully Wednesday, May 14, 2025. Born Feb. 19, 1932, in...
Patricia L. Ash, Food Lion retiree
1 day ago
Patricia L. “Pat” (Long) Ash of Lewes was called home to the Lord Thursday, May 15, 2025, at Beebe...
Sandra M. Whaley, cherished family, friends
4 days ago
Sandra “Sandy” M. (Bailey) Whaley, 67, of Laurel, lost her courageous, hard-fought battle with...
J. Robert Hitchens, soldier, attorney
4 days ago
J. Robert Hitchens, 78, of Milford, passed away Tuesday, May 13, 2025. Bob was a quiet, gentle, and...
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Sports
Sussex Academy boys’ soccer gets state championship rings
By Aaron R. Mushrush
1 day ago
For the second year in a row, Sussex Academy boys’ soccer players received their state championship...
Cape boys’ lax wins Henlopen Conference Championship 23-1 over Sussex Academy
By Dan Cook
1 day ago
Cape had 11 different scorers hit the back of the twine in the Vikings’ 23-1 running-clock victory...
Delmarva Rush 2015 Boys earn championship at PA Classics tournament
1 day ago
The Delmarva Rush 2015 Boys soccer team claimed the championship title at the PA Classics 2025...
Sussex Academy clinches second Henlopen title in a row, beats CR 1-0
By Aaron R. Mushrush
1 day ago
For the first time in program history, Sussex Academy girls’ soccer has won the Henlopen Athletic...
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A & E
Flounder Frenzy Packs Canal
1 day ago
The annual Lewes Harbour Marina flounder tournament was held May 16. Dozens of boats could be seen...
Painting sale proceeds to benefit Milton music and wind fest
2 days ago
Milton-based artist Bill Warrell announced sale proceeds from his painting, “Randy and Marge,” will...
Possum Point Players announce 2026 season production titles
2 days ago
With the 2025 season well in progress at Possum Point Players, the community theater group...
Southern Delaware Chorale honors female musicians, performers
By Ted Pfirrmann
2 days ago
The Delaware Southern Chorale performed In Her Own Words: A Celebration of Women Composers,...
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Cape Life
Bayhealth earns program recognition from American Diabetes Association
1 day ago
The American Diabetes Association, the nation’s leading organization committed to fighting diabetes...
Shoe drive to benefit postvention services for suicide loss survivors
1 day ago
DJ’s Alliance is holding a shoe drive fundraiser throughout the month of June with the support of...
Beebe free health services at Habitat ReStore to start May 22
1 day ago
Sussex County Habitat for Humanity is partnering with Beebe Healthcare to bring essential health...
Rehoboth Beach’s bulk trash is full of treasures
By Chris Flood
1 day ago
Rehoboth Beach held its annual bulk trash pickup over the course of the past two weeks, and an...
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Local Buzz
THE HENLOPEN - SOLD!
McWilliams Ballard Coastal - Frank Hornstein
THE HENLOPEN - UNDER CONTRACT Unit #705 Please call me for all your real estate needs. FRANK...
Retirement Ready Bootcamp Classes at the Lewes Public Library
InFocus Financial Advisors, Inc.
MAKE 2025 YOUR BEST YEAR OF RETIREMENT YET InFocus Financial Advisors, Inc. is excited to bring...
Interior Decorating
Bill Cullin
Many people recognize a decorating style they like when they see it, but they find it difficult to...
STAGING & VIRTUAL STAGING
McWilliams Ballard Coastal - Frank Hornstein
STAGING AND VIRTUAL STAGING I want to talk about home staging and virtual staging. My name is...
SOLD at The HENLOPEN, LISTED by Bill Cullin, Top Selling Realtor at The Henlopen, Exceeding Volume of Any Teams in Delaware!
Bill Cullin
Beautifully decorated 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom condo with 1340 square feet of living space and with...
How the Age of Your HVAC System Impacts Your Home’s Resale Value
Mike Kogler Team
How the Age of Your HVAC System Impacts Your Home’s Resale Value
When considering what...
HOW TO PREPARE FOR SHOWINGS
McWilliams Ballard Coastal - Frank Hornstein
HOW TO PREPARE FOR SHOWINGS These are some guidelines to help prepare for showings: ...
SUMMER CAMP SOLUTION for GIRLS!!
Got Your Back Self Defense
Don’t sleep on the most valuable summer camp experience in the area!! Got Your Back self defense...
Meet Marla!
Got Your Back Self Defense
Marla walked through the doors of Riptide Brazilian Jiu Jitsu in November 2013, and never looked...
Deadlines
Bill Cullin
Both buyer and seller should be aware of all of the deadlines in their purchase agreement. Each...
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Calendar of Events
Today
(All day)
Alternative Firings: Ceramic by Susan Gladstone
(All day)
ARTifact: Assemblage by Tim Barton
(All day)
Studio Time: Sketch Group Paintings by Howard Schroeder
(All day)
Uncharted Terrain: Abstract Landscapes by Martha Spak
(All day)
What About the Women: Work by Kim Klabe
9:00 am
to
12:00 pm
Art time in the library
9:30 am
Duplicate Bridge
11:00 am
to
1:00 pm
Soup Social
12:00 pm
Single Seniors Beach Club
12:00 pm
to
7:00 pm
American Legion Whatever Wednesday Bartender’s...
1:30 pm
Italian conversation group
2:00 pm
to
4:00 pm
Spinning Yarns knit & crochet club
4:00 pm
to
5:00 pm
Paws for Reading
4:00 pm
to
7:00 pm
Hops & Crops Market
4:00 pm
to
9:00 pm
Beer & Benevolence Night
5:00 pm
to
7:00 pm
Delaware Seaside Railroad Club Train Display
5:00 pm
to
7:00 pm
Creative collective meet up
6:00 pm
to
8:00 pm
Free Write
6:00 pm
to
7:30 pm
Lewes Legends walking tour
7:00 pm
to
8:00 pm
Dementia caregiver support group
Thursday, May 22
(All day)
What About the Women: Work by Kim Klabe
(All day)
Alternative Firings: Ceramic by Susan Gladstone
(All day)
ARTifact: Assemblage by Tim Barton
(All day)
Studio Time: Sketch Group Paintings by Howard Schroeder
(All day)
Uncharted Terrain: Abstract Landscapes by Martha Spak
8:30 am
Boardwalk Stroll
10:00 am
Rehoboth Beach Patrol station grand opening
11:00 am
to
11:45 am
Lewes History Highlights Walking Tour
11:00 am
to
11:45 am
Lewes History Highlights walking tour
11:00 am
to
12:30 pm
Socrates Café
11:00 am
to
3:00 pm
Friends of Milton Public Library Book and Gift Shop
11:15 am
Seniors luncheon for widows & widowers
11:30 am
to
1:00 pm
More Than a Meal Weekly Ministry
12:00 pm
to
7:00 pm
American Legion Build a Burger Day
12:00 pm
to
1:00 pm
HealTree Pet Loss support group
1:00 pm
Brunch for single gay men
1:30 pm
to
3:30 pm
Cancer Support Group
2:00 pm
to
3:30 pm
Spanish Conversation Group
3:00 pm
to
5:00 pm
In the Loop Knitting & Crocheting group
4:00 pm
to
5:00 pm
Lewes library book club
5:00 pm
to
7:00 pm
Overfalls Foundation happy hour
5:00 pm
to
6:00 pm
A View Into the Past: Historic House Tour
5:00 pm
Historic House tour
6:00 pm
Elks Bingo
6:00 pm
to
8:00 pm
Transcendental Jam & Vegetarian Feast
Friday, May 23
(All day)
What About the Women: Work by Kim Klabe
(All day)
Alternative Firings: Ceramic by Susan Gladstone
(All day)
ARTifact: Assemblage by Tim Barton
(All day)
Studio Time: Sketch Group Paintings by Howard Schroeder
(All day)
Uncharted Terrain: Abstract Landscapes by Martha Spak
7:30 am
to
8:45 am
Rehoboth Beach Sunrise Rotary Club meeting
10:30 am
to
11:00 am
Baby & Me storytime
11:00 am
to
11:45 am
Lewes History Highlights walking tour
11:00 am
Battery 519 tour
1:00 pm
to
3:30 pm
Friday Flicks
1:00 pm
Revolutionary Lewes walking tour
3:30 pm
to
6:00 pm
Milton Farmers & Artisan Market
4:00 pm
to
4:45 pm
Teen Chess Club
6:00 pm
to
7:30 pm
Revolutionary Lewes Walking Tour
7:00 pm
Celebrate Recovery group
Business
Rehoboth Beach Main Street installs new banners
1 day ago
Rehoboth Beach Main Street recently announced new banners now adorn the light poles along Rehoboth...
Sussex Habitat breaks ground on Milford homeownership project
2 days ago
Sussex County Habitat for Humanity held a groundbreaking and blessing ceremony marking the...
New Life Thrift shop to reopen May 27 following parking lot repair
3 days ago
As its parking lot undergoes a resurfacing project, New Life Thrift Shop will be closing...
Atlantic General Hospital to integrate services with TidalHealth
3 days ago
Atlantic General Hospital in Berlin, Md., and TidalHealth of Salisbury, Md., announced a definitive...
Blood for a Brew donation drive to begin May 20
4 days ago
Blood Bank of Delmarva announced the fifth annual Blood for a Brew campaign will kick off with a...
Strawberry season in full swing at Lewes farmers market May 17
4 days ago
The Historic Lewes Farmers Market will be held from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m., Saturday, May 17, at George...
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Blogs
OK Ko
By Elise Seyfried
20 hours ago
As we all know, there are four seasons: Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall. There are also several Four...
Mercy Buckets!
By Elise Seyfried
1 week ago
As a multi-language appreciator (as opposed to multi-language speaker), I am always fascinated to...
Divide and Slumber
By Elise Seyfried
2 weeks ago
"One Sleep, Two Sleep, Old Sleep, New Sleep/
Smooth Sleep, Rough Sleep, Never Get Enough...
Chicken Jockeys!
By Elise Seyfried
3 weeks ago
I’m a veteran children’s theatre performer, quite familiar with the tradition of audience...
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DelDOT preps for summer data collection in Milton
Ryan Mavity
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The Delaware Department of Transportation is planning to collect data during high-traffic summer...
