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Tuesday, May 7, 2024
What’s New
Bicycle raffle to benefit Read Aloud Delaware May 24
Beebe exec to chair 2024 Southern Delaware Heart Walk Nov. 3
Senior center sets AYCE pancake breakfast May 16
Anna Ruth Doutt, UD retiree
Bayhealth golf event raises $80K for cancer institute
Elsbeth MacKay, retired registered nurse
Bayhealth celebrates clinical pastoral education program graduates
News Briefs 5/7/24
Milton looks like Mayberry
Vermillion sky
Kidney Walk brings hope and help
Rehoboth BoA grants Coast Hotel variance request
State marijuana czar briefs Lewes council
News / Police
Cape school board forum focuses on key issues
By Ellen Driscoll
9 hours ago
While a school board election will not be held for Cape Henlopen School District because the two...
Driver charged in Dewey hit and run
10 hours ago
The driver sought in connection with a hit and run in Dewey Beach surrendered herself to the Dewey...
Frankford man dies in single-car crash
10 hours ago
A Frankford man died May 4 following a single-vehicle fatal crash near Gumboro. The crash happened...
Rehoboth studying traffic-calming measures on King Charles
By Chris Flood
23 hours ago
Looking to find ways to address speeding and improve sight lines, Rehoboth Beach has installed...
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Viewpoints
State workers unite to support HB 350
By Tony Pezzuto, Jeff Taschner, Michael Beggato and Brian Clarke
8 hours ago
For the last decade, experts from Delaware and around the country have sounded the alarm that...
HB 350 is not what the doctor ordered
By Brian Frazee
9 hours ago
House Bill 350 is moving its way through the Delaware General Assembly to put paid political...
Market forces
By JIm Paterson
9 hours ago
Hospitals need state oversight
By John Doerfler
9 hours ago
Dr. David Tam's commentary stated "Beebe Healthcare is projected to lose more than $60 million in...
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Obituaries
Oliver Elwood Robinson III, teacher, business owner
17 hours ago
Oliver Elwood Robinson III of Ocean City, Md., passed away Tuesday, April 2, 2024. Ollie was born...
Walter Edmund Heiser III, Acme retiree
22 hours ago
Walter Edmund Heiser III, 84, formerly of Wilmington, Middletown, and Milton, and finally residing...
Glenn Arlen Townley, proud veteran, firefighter
22 hours ago
Glenn Arlen Townley, 94, of Seaford, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family and close...
Gayl Hyland, veteran, cared for others
1 day ago
Gayl Hyland, 82, Milton, passed away Sunday, April 28, 2024, after a short stay in Accent Hospice...
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Sports
Blue-collar guys run races while lacrosse teams run clocks
By Dave Frederick
8 hours ago
Outside scoop, inside corner - Joseph Goulet, 37, won the Seashore Classic Half Marathon May 4 in 1...
Cape girls’ lax seniors push record to 13-0 on Senior Night
By Dave Frederick
1 day ago
The Cape girls’ lacrosse team honored 13 seniors May 3 at Champions Stadium by beating Lake Forest...
Seahawks soar past Eagles 19-3 in girls’ lacrosse
By Aaron R. Mushrush
1 day ago
After showing appreciation for teachers' positive influence on their lives, the Sussex Academy...
Cape girls’ soccer goes down swinging 3-1 against Polytech
By Aaron R. Mushrush
1 day ago
Despite outstanding efforts in goal from senior Bri Burrell and freshman Brynne Fox, the Cape girls...
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A & E
Poised to Take Flight
20 hours ago
Shalini Sehgal sent this image made after a recent rainstorm. A great blue heron is poised for...
Lavender and Lambs Festival at Brittingham Farms set June 15
2 days ago
Brittingham Farms will host the 2nd Annual Lavender & Lambs Festival from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.,...
Mispillion Art League sets 6x6 canvas pickup June 1-14
2 days ago
Mispillion Art League is preparing for its annual 6x6 fundraiser auction with bidding open from...
Lewes Garden Tour and market set June 15
2 days ago
The Lewes Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Bureau announced its 33rd annual Lewes Garden Tour will...
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Cape Life
Food Bank of Delaware hosts senior health fair
By Ryan Mavity
21 minutes ago
In an effort to promote healthy living and navigating retirement, the Food Bank of Delaware hosted...
WWII vet celebrates 100th birthday
By Bill Shull
51 minutes ago
This was George McCarthy’s special day. As if turning 100 wasn’t special enough, it was about to...
Worcester Prep students show support for autism awareness
19 hours ago
Worcester Preparatory School students were happy to show their support of Autism Awareness Day...
Overfalls lecture set May 9
21 hours ago
The Overfalls Foundation will host Stephen P. Tolbert, who will share his recollections of service...
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Local Buzz
Professional Appraisals
Bill Cullin
Before a mortgage application is approved, the lender will order a professional appraisal of the...
Cape Gazette 5k Registration Now Open!
Cape Gazette
RUN WITH US! Our second annual Cape Gazette 5k is set and registration is open! Saturday, May 11...
Asset Protection in Estate Planning
Chesapeake Wealth Advisors
You're beginning to accumulate substantial wealth, but you worry about protecting it from future...
How to Choose the Right Amount and Types of Lighting
Bill Cullin
When decorating your home, one of the most important areas of focus should be the lighting....
Completing the Sale
Bill Cullin
Some buyers and sellers arrive at the closing feeling terrific about the transaction. They like...
Bypassing Probate
Chesapeake Wealth Advisors
You may have heard about the horrors of probate, but in truth, probate has gotten an undeservedly...
Choosing a Beneficiary for Your IRA or 401(k)
Chesapeake Wealth Advisors
Selecting beneficiaries for retirement benefits is different from choosing beneficiaries for other...
Morning Delivery Driver Wanted - Great Pay!!
Cape Gazette
529 Savings Plan
The Stewart Group - RBC Wealth Management
Saving for college? Consider a 529 plan 529 plans can be an important component of your overall...
Celebrate Every Season With a Home Built by K. Hovnanian
Active Adults Realty®
Last week we wrote about D.R. Horton in our series spotlighting various homebuilders who are...
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Calendar of Events
Today
(All day)
American Red Cross lifeguard certification
7:45 am
to
8:15 am
Walk Aerobics Class DVD Led
8:00 am
to
11:00 am
Wood Carving Group
8:00 am
to
4:00 pm
Fitness Room open
8:00 am
to
1:00 pm
Billiards
8:00 am
to
9:00 am
Cardio Blast Class
8:00 am
to
4:00 pm
Billiards
8:30 am
Boardwalk Stroll
8:30 am
to
12:00 pm
Sewing group
8:30 am
Chair Yoga Class
9:00 am
to
11:00 am
Quilting Group
9:00 am
to
4:00 pm
Fitness Room open
9:15 am
to
10:00 am
Tai Chi
9:30 am
to
1:00 pm
Line Dancing
10:00 am
to
4:00 pm
Lewes Life-Saving Station Boat House tour
10:00 am
to
4:00 pm
LHS exhibit open
10:00 am
to
12:00 pm
Alzheimer’s Caregivers Support Group
10:00 am
to
2:00 pm
Rehoboth Beach Farmers Market
10:30 am
to
11:30 am
LaBlast Dance Fitness Class
10:30 am
Over 50 Yoga
10:45 am
to
11:30 am
Chair Tai Chi Class
11:00 am
to
12:00 pm
Feelings Rock program
11:00 am
to
3:00 pm
Penny Bingo
11:45 am
to
12:45 pm
Chair Yoga
12:00 pm
to
7:00 pm
American Legion Daily Specials Day
1:00 pm
to
2:30 pm
Bible study
1:30 pm
to
2:30 pm
Tai Chi Class
2:00 pm
to
3:30 pm
Adult Coloring group
4:00 pm
to
5:00 pm
Yoga Strength Class
5:00 pm
to
6:00 pm
Science & Society talk
7:00 pm
to
9:00 pm
Dancing Argentine Tango
7:00 pm
Women’s Club of Milton bingo night
Wednesday, May 8
7:00 am
to
9:00 am
Beebe Healthcare Coffee & Careers event
7:45 am
to
8:15 am
Walk Aerobics Class DVD Led
8:00 am
to
9:00 am
Tai Chi Fan class
8:00 am
to
4:00 pm
Fitness Room open
8:00 am
to
4:00 pm
Billiards
9:00 am
to
11:00 am
The Yarners Group
9:00 am
to
10:00 am
Arthritis Exercise Class
9:00 am
to
4:00 pm
Fitness Room open
9:15 am
to
10:15 am
Fitness Circuit Training Class
9:30 am
to
10:30 am
Yoga Class
9:30 am
to
10:30 am
Ball & Band Exercise Class
9:30 am
Duplicate Bridge
10:00 am
to
11:15 am
Art in the AM program
10:00 am
to
4:00 pm
LHS exhibit open
10:00 am
to
11:00 am
Gentle Yoga
11:00 am
to
1:00 pm
Soup Social
11:00 am
to
2:00 pm
Mahjong
11:00 am
to
12:00 pm
LaBlast Dance Fitness
11:00 am
Lewes History Highlights walking tour
11:00 am
Red & Blue Mass
11:45 am
to
4:00 pm
Bingo Pot of Gold & Penny Bingo
12:00 pm
Single Seniors Beach Club
12:00 pm
to
7:00 pm
American Legion Taco Day
12:30 pm
to
1:30 pm
Chair Yoga Class DVD Led
2:00 pm
to
4:00 pm
Poker
2:00 pm
Flipper Game
3:00 pm
to
6:00 pm
Hops & Crops Market
3:30 pm
to
7:00 pm
Billiards & Ping Pong
4:30 pm
Stay & Play with Friends
5:00 pm
to
7:30 pm
Delaware Seaside Railroad Club Train Display
5:00 pm
to
6:30 pm
Great Decisions discussion series
6:00 pm
to
8:00 pm
Teen Game Night
6:00 pm
37th RD meeting
6:00 pm
to
7:30 pm
Lewes Legends walking tour
6:00 pm
to
8:00 pm
Free Write
6:00 pm
to
7:00 pm
Meditation group
Thursday, May 9
7:45 am
to
8:15 am
Walk Aerobics Class DVD Led
8:00 am
to
4:00 pm
Billiards
8:00 am
to
9:00 am
Cardio Blast Class
8:00 am
to
11:00 am
Wood Carving Group
8:00 am
to
4:00 pm
Fitness Room open
8:30 am
Boardwalk Stroll
9:00 am
to
4:00 pm
Fitness Room open
9:00 am
to
3:00 pm
Wellness Information Health Fair
9:15 am
to
1:00 pm
Tai Chi
10:00 am
to
4:00 pm
LHS exhibit open
10:00 am
to
11:00 am
Beginner Ballroom Dancing Class
10:30 am
to
4:00 pm
Pinochle
11:00 am
Lewes History Highlights walking tour
11:00 am
to
12:00 pm
Advanced Ballroom Dancing Class
11:15 am
Seniors luncheon for widows & widowers
11:30 am
to
1:00 pm
More Than a Meal Weekly Ministry
12:00 pm
NARFE Chapter 1690 luncheon meeting
12:00 pm
to
12:45 pm
Beginner Tai Chi & Qigong
12:00 pm
to
7:00 pm
American Legion Build a Burger Day
12:30 pm
to
4:00 pm
Contract Bridge
1:00 pm
to
2:00 pm
Stress Reducing Movement
1:30 pm
to
3:30 pm
Cancer Support Group
2:00 pm
to
3:30 pm
Spanish Conversation Group
3:00 pm
to
4:00 pm
Build It
4:00 pm
to
6:00 pm
Beach Singles 55+ Happy Hour
5:00 pm
Night at the Museum program
5:00 pm
Mother’s Day Bingo fundraiser
5:30 pm
to
6:30 pm
Cosmic Shift Sound Bath
5:30 pm
to
7:00 pm
Overfalls Foundation guest speaker series
6:00 pm
to
7:30 pm
Teen Art series
6:00 pm
to
7:30 pm
Teen Art series
6:00 pm
Elks Bingo
6:00 pm
to
8:00 pm
Transcendental Jam & Vegetarian Feast
7:00 pm
St. Cecilia Music Guild concert
7:00 pm
Compassionate Friends meeting
Business
Free shredding event set May 10 in Rehoboth
2 days ago
The Rehoboth Beach-Dewey Beach Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with Wilmington Savings Fund...
Heritage Inn & Suites to become Staybridge Suites
2 days ago
After more than two decades on Route 1 at the midway point between Lewes and Rehoboth Beach, the...
Community Bank Delaware donates $1,000 to La Esperanza
3 days ago
Community Bank Delaware recently presented La Esperanza Inc. with a $1,000 donation in support of...
Bella Terra pro earns low-voltage landscape lighting certification
3 days ago
Bella Terra Landscape & Garden Center announced Alex Hambleton has demonstrated exceptional...
Kevin Short has learned to just do it
4 days ago
Kevin Short grew up in Georgetown playing guitar and piano. He also sang. Kevin describes...
The generosity of our beach eateries knows no bounds
4 days ago
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Blogs
Women Rising
By Elise Seyfried
15 hours ago
I have always had ZERO trouble talking. My role model was my mom, that indefatigable chatterer...
Cost of Living
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1 week ago
It began innocently enough. I was surfing the 'net one day, when my board wiped out at an ad for a...
Beetle (Bailey) Mania
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2 weeks ago
When I had my kids, I looked forward so much to sharing my favorite books, shows, songs and movies...
Earth Friendly Meals
2 weeks ago
We celebrated Earth Day in our E-meal class this week. You can too, with a cup of chopped onions...
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11 SPINNING WHEEL LANE~COLONIAL EAST~REHOBOTH BEACH
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Lewes
649,000.00
NEW CONSTRUCTION HOME built by award winning local homebuilder - Ready for immediate occupancy! Why...
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990,000.00
18223 Alpine Loop Lewes DE 19958 - WELCOME TO HARBOR POINT! This three-bedroom, two-bathroom...
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1506 N BAY SHORE DR-BROADKILL BEACH-MILTON
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1506 N Bay Shore Drive, Milton, DE 19968 ~ Don’t miss this rare opportunity to own a piece of...
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16560 ASHER CT~SPRING TOWN FARMS~MILTON
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535,000.00
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469,900.00
19045 Carey Lane Georgetown, DE 19947 - This exquisite four- bedroom, two-bathroom home greets you...
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575,000.00
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Rehoboth BoA grants Coast Hotel variance request
Chris Flood
6 hours ago
The Rehoboth Beach Board of Adjustment unanimously approved a variance request for Coast Hotel that...