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Saturday, May 18, 2024
What’s New
Photographer Marian Dowling to appear at artisans fair May 25
Delaware Stonewall announces 2024 election endorsements
Beach and park yoga classes start May 25 in Rehoboth and Lewes
Education signing day held at Cape
GFWC Delaware convenes in Rehoboth Beach
The Met: Live in HD ‘Madama Butterfly’ to open May 22
Spring fishing is great - if your timing is good
Strawberry festival set June 8 at Indian River Senior Center
Author James Sears publishes ‘Queering Rehoboth Beach’
Gubernatorial candidates talk education
Pathways to Success holds graduation celebration
Migrating south with the Gazette as winter approaches in the Cape Region
Electric vehicle conversion offered in Georgetown
News / Police
Legislative wrap-up May 16
21 hours ago
Senate passed HB 348 unanimously passed the Senate May 15. The bill, sponsored by Rep. Pete...
Lewes planners recommend ADU, wetlands ordinances
By Bill Shull
1 day ago
Legal accessory dwelling units are a step closer to reality in Lewes after the city’s planning...
Two challengers enter Rehoboth’s 2024 municipal election
By Chris Flood
1 day ago
With weeks to go before the deadline, two challengers have entered the race for two open seats in...
Rainy forecast moves Lewes farmers market to school lot May 18
1 day ago
Due to inclement weather expected Saturday, May 18, the Historic Lewes Farmers Market will be held...
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Viewpoints
I’ll be interested to see how Five Points roundabout works out
By Chris Flood
1 day ago
By the time this is read, the new roundabout at Malfunction Junction will be fully open. Over the...
Quotes from great minds
By Jim Paterson
1 day ago
Critical funds for Delaware Bay beach restoration
1 day ago
It’s great news that the Delaware Bay beaches received nearly $32 million in federal funds toward a...
The cost of transitioning to clean energy
By Del LeBarron
1 day ago
In a recent letter to the editor titled “Offshore wind would save money, lives,” the writer...
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Obituaries
Betty G. Smith, loved by many
21 hours ago
Betty G. Smith, 93, of Millsboro, formerly of Lehighton, Pa., went home to be with the Lord...
Mark Norman Rualo, devoted to family
22 hours ago
Mark Norman Rualo, 40, of Lewes, passed away suddenly at his home Tuesday, May 14, 2024, from...
April Stanley Woodard, enjoyed cooking, reading
23 hours ago
April “Bunny” Stanley Woodard, 81, of Georgetown, went home to be with Lord Tuesday, May 14, 2024...
Dolores Fenix Sapienza, Del State retiree
2 days ago
Dolores “Doe” Fenix Sapienza, 90, of Millsboro, died Monday, May 13, 2024. Dolores was born in...
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Sports
Cape golf team finishes regular season with a flourish
By Fritz Schranck
6 hours ago
The Cape Henlopen High School golf team completed its regular season May 14 with a bit of style....
Cape softball seniors honored, Marsh shines over Royals
By Dan Cook
1 day ago
The Cape softball team honored its Class of 2024 before the Vikings hosted Delmarva Christian May...
I hope the Phillies can stay focused
By Sumner Spence
1 day ago
Now that the Phillies have gotten off to a great start with the most wins in the major leagues, so...
Athletes of the Week May 17
1 day ago
Hannah Abel Hannah is one of 13 seniors on the Cape Henlopen girls’ lacrosse team that posted a...
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A & E
Poseidon Festival activities set May 24-27 in Bethany Beach
18 hours ago
Bethany Beach Poseidon Festival events will take place at the town bandstand and nature center from...
Heidi Lowe Gallery jewelry-making classes continue May 23
20 hours ago
Heidi Lowe Gallery announced upcoming jewelry-making classes to choose from, where students may...
Pak choi – an ancient vegetable with many modern uses
By Denise Clemons
1 day ago
The weather was perfect for a visit to the Historic Lewes Farmers Market last Saturday. Most times...
Happy hour set at Lightship Overfalls May 23
1 day ago
The Overfalls Foundation will host its first canalside happy hour of the year from 5 to 7 p.m.,...
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Cape Life
All Saints’ holds Mass for Blue & Red
By Bill Shull
2 hours ago
All Saints’ Church in Rehoboth Beach held its first Mass for the Blue & Red May 8, offering a...
Cape board recognizes award-winning employees
By Ellen Driscoll
2 hours ago
The Cape Henlopen school board recognized six employees at the May 9 board meeting for receiving...
Bike sale set May 25 in Ocean View
19 hours ago
Assisting Bicycle Commuters, a local nonprofit that provides bicycles to anyone needing...
Families invited to join Frog Chorus May 25 at Rehoboth library
1 day ago
Frog Chorus, a fun program for children and families, will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday, May 25, at...
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Local Buzz
YOU ARE INVITED! ANNUAL GOLF OUTING!
Sussex County Habitat for Humanity Restore
Annual Golf Outing for Sussex County Habitat for Humanity Annual Golf Outing at Midland Golf...
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...
Cosmetic Changes
Bill Cullin
When a home goes on the market, it should look great. Often there are improvements that must be...
Houses and Pets
Bill Cullin
Many real estate agents are animal lovers and have pets of our own, but we have all shared stories...
Earn extra $$$$ this summer!
Cape Gazette
Looking for a quick and easy gig to earn extra money this summer? The Cape Gazette is seeking...
“JUST SOLD” Unit 808 @ The Henlopen! Listed by The Mike Kogler Team. #1 Sales Team @ The Henlopen. For Showings Call: (302) 236-7648.
Mike Kogler Team
527 N Boardwalk #808, Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971
MLS: DESU2053498
The Mike...
New Street Home Offers Grace and Better Odds!
Christian Grace
Georgetown, DE … An affordable housing shortage is especially difficult for people often rejected...
The Screened Porch: A Must-Have for Some Buyers
Mike Kogler Team
The Screened Porch: A Must-Have for Some Buyers
Porches are very popular, but a...
HenlopenRB.com Rehoboth’s Premier Oceanfront Building: Sales & Rentals. For Current Available Units Call: (302) 236-7648, or visit HenlopenRB.com
Mike Kogler Team
The Leading SALES TEAM @ The Henlopen.
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The Henlopen...
Worried About Inflation? Take a Look at How Much Money You’ll Save with a Home in Delaware
Active Adults Realty®
While we help all kinds of people find or sell homes, we’re meeting lots of folks who are...
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Calendar of Events
Today
8:00 am
to
12:00 pm
Historic Lewes Farmers Market
8:00 am
to
12:00 pm
MERR yard sale fundraiser
8:30 am
to
10:00 am
Writing Boot Camp
9:00 am
to
1:00 pm
Riverwalk Farmers Market
9:00 am
to
2:00 pm
Beebe Hosting Spring into Health Fair in May
9:00 am
to
2:00 pm
Spring into Health Fair
9:30 am
Home Composting & Recycling talk
10:00 am
to
3:00 pm
Delaware Seaside Railroad Club Train Display
10:00 am
to
4:00 pm
Living Histories program
10:00 am
to
4:00 pm
LHS exhibit open
10:00 am
to
2:00 pm
Maritime Day celebration
10:00 am
to
12:00 pm
Sussex County Genealogical Society meeting
10:00 am
to
4:00 pm
Lewes Life-Saving Station Boat House tour
10:00 am
to
5:00 pm
Rehoboth Beach Arts Festival
10:30 am
to
11:30 am
Colorín Colorado storytime
10:30 am
Boardwalk Stroll
10:30 am
Historical lecture series
11:00 am
Lewes History Highlights walking tour
11:00 am
to
2:00 pm
Pet adoption fair
12:00 pm
to
7:00 pm
American Legion Wing Day
12:00 pm
to
2:00 pm
Foreign Language conversation group
12:00 pm
to
5:00 pm
Boat Drinks Bacchanal
1:00 pm
to
3:00 pm
Delaware Multiple Myeloma support group
2:00 pm
Revolutionary Lewes walking tour
Sunday, May 19
10:00 am
to
2:00 pm
Red Caboose tours
11:00 am
Creative Movement Virtual Yoga
11:00 am
Lewes History Highlights walking tour
12:00 pm
to
6:00 pm
American Legion daily specials day
12:00 pm
to
3:00 pm
Nassau Valley Vineyards Farmers Market
12:30 pm
to
1:30 pm
Lunchtime Story Readings for Adults
12:30 pm
to
3:00 pm
Bloody Mary bar
2:00 pm
to
4:00 pm
Tea talk with Abigail Adams
6:00 pm
to
7:30 pm
Lewes Legends walking tour
Monday, May 20
7:45 am
to
8:15 am
Walk Aerobics Class DVD Led
8:00 am
to
4:00 pm
Fitness Room open
8:00 am
to
4:00 pm
Billiards
8:00 am
to
1:00 pm
Billiards
9:00 am
to
10:00 am
Sit & Get Fit Program
9:00 am
to
4:00 pm
Fitness Room open
9:00 am
to
11:00 am
RB Free Writes
9:15 am
to
10:15 am
Balance & Strength Class
9:30 am
to
12:00 pm
Art Group
9:45 am
to
10:45 am
Tai Chi
10:00 am
to
11:00 am
Improver Line Dancing class
10:00 am
to
12:00 pm
Scrabble
10:00 am
to
2:00 pm
Expungement fair
10:30 am
to
11:30 am
Zumba Class
11:00 am
to
12:00 pm
Line Dancing for Beginners
11:00 am
Lewes History Highlights walking tour
12:00 pm
to
6:00 pm
Blood for a Brew event
12:00 pm
to
7:00 pm
American Legion Bloody Mary Day
12:30 pm
Duplicate Bridge
12:30 pm
to
4:00 pm
Game Day
12:30 pm
to
4:00 pm
Mahjong
12:30 pm
to
1:30 pm
Beginner Ballroom Dancing class
1:00 pm
to
2:00 pm
Book club meeting
1:00 pm
to
4:00 pm
Mah Jongg
1:00 pm
Over 50 Yoga
1:30 pm
Food for Thought
2:00 pm
to
3:00 pm
Rummikub
2:00 pm
to
2:45 pm
Jazzercise
3:00 pm
to
4:00 pm
Rehoboth Beach Writers’ Guild Poetry Free Write
4:00 pm
to
5:00 pm
Insight Meditation Community of Lewes meditation
4:00 pm
to
5:00 pm
Wellness Class
5:00 pm
to
6:00 pm
Delaware Money School program
5:45 pm
to
7:15 pm
Lewes-Rehoboth Rotary Club meeting
Business
Dogfish Head Standing O brew supports Milton Theatre
22 hours ago
Dogfish Head Brewings & Eats recently launched Standing O (5.3% ABV), its second Benevolence...
Milton chamber board thanks departing executive director
22 hours ago
After a nearly two-year tenure as executive director of the Milton Chamber of Commerce, Karen Falk...
Homestead Campground celebrating 50th anniversary in Georgetown
1 day ago
Homestead Campground, established in 1974, is celebrating its 50th-anniversary season as a popular...
Women in construction celebrated by Schell Brothers
1 day ago
In a bid to enhance community spaces and accommodate the growing needs of its teen patrons, Schell...
DEStorage breaks ground on Milton facility
1 day ago
Principals of DE Storage celebrated a recent groundbreaking on a new, state-of-the-art self-storage...
Memories of a Rehoboth restaurant past
1 day ago
One of the popular topics on my weekly radio show is the history of some of our long-gone – but...
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Blogs
Plant Burger of My Dreams
1 day ago
We celebrate the arrival of grilling season with a plant burger that is easy, economical,...
Mr. Toad’s Latest Wild Ride
By Elise Seyfried
4 days ago
For aficionados of Kenneth Grahame’s classic
The Wind in the Willows
--remember the part...
Women Rising
By Elise Seyfried
1 week ago
I have always had ZERO trouble talking. My role model was my mom, that indefatigable chatterer...
Cost of Living
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2 weeks ago
It began innocently enough. I was surfing the 'net one day, when my board wiped out at an ad for a...
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22379 Grebe Lane OCEAN VIEW, DE 19970 Presenting an immaculate, partially furnished villa that will...
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