News/Police Most Popular News Stories Historic Engine 60 arrives in Lewes Bill Shull 1 day ago Jerry Viden came to Stango Park May 5 to watch Engine 60 get lifted onto the track. For the Lewes… Residents air Minos Conaway-Route 1 concerns Kevin T. Conlon 2 days ago Neighbors along the route of a state project to improve access to Route 1 from Minos Conaway Road… Variances granted for restaurant, outdoor building sales business Kevin T. Conlon 1 day ago Variances were approved April 27 for a project to improve a Rehoboth Beach restaurant, and one to… Habitat for Humanity unveils Sussex ReStore renovation Ryan Mavity 3 days ago Sussex County Habitat for Humanity is planning a large-scale renovation to its Route 9 ReStore near… Rehoboth mayor will not seek re-election Chris Flood 2 days ago After two terms as Rehoboth Beach mayor, Stan Mills will not seek re-election in 2026. Mills made… Action delayed on variance for Rehoboth escape room Chris Flood 1 day ago The Rehoboth Beach Board of Adjustment delayed action April 27, on a use variance request for an… Police Reports Millsboro woman dies in Lewes crash 13 hours ago A Millsboro woman, 23, died May 6 following a crash on Route 1 near Lewes. The crash happened at 1… Teen charged in Milton robbery 2 days ago A 17-year-old boy faces robbery and weapon charges after police say he stole $500 from another teen… Two pedestrians struck in Dewey Beach 3 days ago The Dewey Beach Police Department is investigating a serious collision involving two pedestrians… Lewes man indicted for January murder 5 days ago A Sussex County grand jury has indicted a Lewes man for the January murder of his 72-year-old… Truck ends up in Broadkill River in Milton 6 days ago Fishing is a popular pastime on the Broadkill River in Milton, but the Milton Police Department… UPDATE: Police investigating Lewes fatal crash 1 week ago Delaware State Police are investigating a fatal single-car crash that occurred overnight April 26… All News Stories State reviews developments proposed near Angola, Milton Kevin T. Conlon 1 day ago Housing developments near Angola and Milton, a future land-use map revision for Milton and the… News Briefs 5/5/26 1 day ago Sussex council to discuss FY27 budget Sussex County Council will meet at 9 a.m., Tuesday, May 5,… Milton Fire Department launches campaign for new ladder truck Ryan Mavity 1 day ago Milton Fire Department is launching a capital campaign to help fund the purchase of a new 107-… Susan Stewart files for Rehoboth Beach mayoral race Chris Flood 2 days ago Citing a desire to lead Rehoboth Beach through a new master planning process called Reimagine Henlopen Acres continues to clean up from winter storm Chris Flood 2 days ago It’s been about two months since a winter storm in late February dumped more than a foot of wet Walls go up at Milton Theatre expansion Ryan Mavity 3 days ago Walls have begun to go up at the Milton Theatre’s 2,850-square-foot expansion scheduled to be USFWS seeks to clean up area next to Milton sportsman’s club Chris Flood 4 days ago U.S. Fish & Wildlife has submitted an application to the state related to removing lead shot… Milton council to weigh in on Scarlet Oaks site plan Ryan Mavity 4 days ago Milton Town Council is set to weigh in on three separate items related to the proposed Scarlet… Coastal building task force discussing available options Chris Flood 5 days ago An advisory committee created to make recommendations on possible changes to the state’s coastal Lewes council candidates square off at forum Bill Shull 5 days ago Tim Ritzert wants an entrepreneurial zone, an affordable place for businesses to set up shop.… Local veterans take Honor Flight to Washington, D.C. Bill Shull 5 days ago Dan Tidwell could hardly control his emotions when talking about his trip to Washington, D.C.… Groups lobby for more state funds for homeless programs Kevin T. Conlon 5 days ago With homeless encampments popping up outside many towns in Sussex County and limited housing… Website to help cyclists on region’s trails Kevin T. Conlon 6 days ago The Delaware Department of Transportation has completed a website that allows bicyclists News Briefs 5/1/26 6 days ago Bill to increase biz fees passes House A bill that would increase fees for many businesses… Sussex Land Trust acquires Ard Na Greine site Bill Shull 6 days ago Fred and Linda Miller knew the day would come when they would no longer own their beloved Ard Na Consultant will help Sussex draft housing rules Kevin T. Conlon 6 days ago Sussex County will be working with a consultant to revise a 20-year-old affordable homeownership Beebe, CAMP Rehoboth announce partnership 6 days ago Beebe Healthcare and CAMP Rehoboth announced April 30 a new partnership designed to expand Blue Moon in Rehoboth Beach saved from the auction block Chris Flood 6 days ago If local business partners Dale Lomas and Mike Subrick have anything to do about it, the Blue… Rehoboth library shares renovation update, seeks community support 1 week ago The Rehoboth Beach Public Library recently shared an update on its downtown location remodeling MERR responds for grey seal rescue from river dock near Dover 1 week ago A call came in to the Marine Education, Research and Rehabilitation Institute late in the evening… Race for Open Space keeps pace with preserve Bill Shull 1 week ago As a bald eagle watched from above, 110 runners hit the streets of Lewes for the third annual… Rehoboth to rebuild Boardwalk pavilion at Maryland Avenue Chris Flood 1 week ago Rehoboth Beach has announced it will replace the Boardwalk pavilion at the end of Maryland Avenue… Milton review committee to seek cost-benefit analysis on Carey Farm Ryan Mavity 1 week ago The Milton Special Review Committee is asking town council to direct administration to conduct a News Briefs 4/28/26 1 week ago Lewes art group to meet April 29 The Lewes Public Art Committee will hold its monthly meeting at… Dewey clarifies restrictions on swimming pools, pool fences Ellen McIntyre 1 week ago Dewey Beach Town Council passed an ordinance April 17 that clarifies where swimming pools and… Lewes couple fights demo decision Bill Shull 1 week ago “Sorry neighbors. We tried.” That is the message from Cait Clarke and Neil Shister to their… Rehoboth OKs second hotel plan change Chris Flood 1 week ago The developers of the One Rehoboth Hotel project received a second amendment to its site plan… Judge orders Department of Labor to release wage reports Melissa Steele 1 week ago A federal judge has ordered the Delaware Department of Labor to hand over employee information… County changes future land-use map for Reed Farms site near Milton Kevin T. Conlon 1 week ago Sussex County Council amended its future land-use map for the Reed Farms site on Gravel Hill Road… Sussex County unveils new bookmobile 1 week ago Sussex County is turning the page to a new chapter of delivering library services to communities Premier Listing Sponsored Content RENTALS ~ RENTALS ~ RENTALS Rehoboth Beach $0.00 Book your SUMMER VACATION today! Weeks are filling up fast, folks. Call us at 302-226-5600 today… Mann & Sons, Inc. 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Calendar of Events Event Date Min Max Today 8:30 am Boardwalk Stroll 9:00 am to 4:00 pm Delaware Botanic Gardens open 9:30 am to 10:30 am Yoga in the gardens to 9:30 am 10:00 am to 12:00 pm AAUW notable books discussion to 10:00 am 11:00 am to 7:00 pm American Legion Build a Burger Day 11:00 am to 12:30 pm Socrates Café 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 3:00 pm Friends of Milton Public Library Book and Gift Shop 11:00 am to 1:00 pm Mobile food pantry 1:00 pm Alzheimer’s caregivers support group 1:30 pm to 3:30 pm Cancer Support Group 1:30 pm to 3:30 pm Open art for adults 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm Spanish Conversation Group 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm In the Loop Knitting & Crocheting group 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm Snapology program to 5:30 pm 6:00 pm Elks Bingo 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm Transcendental Jam & Vegetarian Feast 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm Transcendental Jam & Vegetarian Feast 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm Teen advisory board meeting to 6:00 pm Friday, May 8 (All Day) Dewey’s Golden Jubilee 7:30 am to 8:45 am Rehoboth Beach Sunrise Rotary Club meeting 9:00 am to 4:00 pm Delaware Botanic Gardens open 10:00 am Guided welcome walk 11:00 am to 11:45 am Lewes History Highlights walking tour 11:00 am to 11:45 am Lewes History Highlights Walking Tour 3:30 pm to 6:00 pm Milton Farmers & Artisan Market 7:00 pm Celebrate Recovery group Saturday, May 9 (All Day) Dewey’s Golden Jubilee (All Day) USPS Stamp Out Hunger food drive to 12:00 am 8:00 am to 12:00 pm Historic Lewes Farmers Market 8:00 am to 12:00 pm Riverwalk Farmers Market 8:00 am to 2:00 pm Yard sale & book collection to 8:00 am 8:00 am to 4:00 pm Mother’s Day flower & bake sale fundraiser to 8:00 am 8:30 am to 12:00 pm MERR yard sale fundraiser to 8:30 am 9:00 am to 4:00 pm Delaware Botanic Gardens open 9:00 am to 12:00 pm Native Plant Sale & Pollinator Festival to 9:00 am 9:00 am to 3:30 pm Dewey Arts & Fun Fest to 9:00 am 10:00 am to 3:00 pm Delaware Seaside Railroad Club Train Display 10:00 am to 2:00 pm Friends of Milton Public Library Book and Gift Shop 10:00 am to 12:00 pm Lewes Chess Club meeting 10:00 am Guided welcome walk 10:00 am to 10:45 am Feelings Rock with Miss Taylor to 10:00 am 10:00 am to 12:00 pm National Train Day celebration to 10:00 am 10:30 am to 3:30 pm Loyalist on the Lawn event to 10:30 am 11:00 am to 7:00 pm American Legion Wing Day 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 1:00 pm Dungeons & Dragons program 11:00 am to 3:00 pm Camp Hope of Delaware fundraiser to 11:00 am 12:00 pm Sons of the American Revolution Lewestown chapter meeting 1:00 pm to 7:00 pm Shanty Fest to 1:00 pm 3:00 pm New Hope Canoe Club orientation meeting 3:00 pm 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm Mother’s Day dinner to 5:00 pm Premier Listing Sponsored Content Open House in The Village of Five Points at 17046 N Brandt St #2205… Lewes $ 364,767.00 Make sure to stop by on Saturday, May 9th between 1 pm and 3 pm and take a tour of this beautiful… The Julie Gritton Team Schell Brothers Craftsmanship on a Premium Lot in Independence |… Millsboro $ 489,000.00 The Ultimate Coastal Retreat: Premium Lot & Schell Brothers Craftsmanship PREMIUM LOT &… Active Adults Realty® Overlooking the Clubhouse Green in Senators! 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