Cape Life

University of Delaware Lewes campus summer tours...

1 month ago
Folks of all ages are invited to visit the University of Delaware’s Lewes campus this summer to...

SEDAC donates $10,000 to Food Bank of Delaware

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At its April meeting, the Sussex Economic Development Action Committee hosted Food Bank of Delaware...

Lewes library receives $5,000 donation in support of...

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The Rev. Dr. S. Willard Crossan III, Groome Church pastor, and church trustee Retta Rose Frampton...

Friends of Cape Henlopen and Dogfish volunteers...

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The Friends of Cape Henlopen State Park, in partnership with volunteers from Dogfish Head Brewery,...

Riding the waves with the Gazette

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Philip Riesch, a Lewes resident and avid Gazette reader, traveled to California for the 73rd annual...

CAMP Rehoboth Flash Fiction reading set June 6

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A live reading of the winners in Letters from CAMP Rehoboth’s Flash Fiction contest will be held at...

Community book club hosts local author Maribeth Fischer

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Local writer Maribeth Fischer spoke with reading enthusiasts during a May 15 author talk at the...

Community group visits Mill Pond Garden

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Mill Pond Garden in Lewes recently welcomed 24 members of the Four Seasons at Belle Terre...

Xi Sigma member honored for 60 years of service

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The Xi Sigma Chapter of Beta Sigma Phi recently presented Barbara Henriksen with the Founder’s...

Senate honors Sussex beach lifeguards for national...

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The Delaware Senate recently hosted members of the Sussex County Lifesaving Association to...

Chandler-Joles wedding announced

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Bonnie Chandler and Ricky Joles were married Saturday, May 10, at the home of her father. The bride...

Hurricane season begins June 1; get ready now

1 month ago
The sun and mercury are rising on another summer season in Sussex County and across the mid-...

Eastern Sussex Dems to meet June 4

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Eastern Sussex Democrats will meet at 6:30 p.m., Wednesday, June 4, at Lewes Public Library, 111...

‘Paddlers’ Guide to the Delaware River’ update released

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Lewes author Gary Letcher has released an update to the fourth edition of his “Paddlers’ Guide to...

Sussex youth philanthropy board selects grant...

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The Delaware Community Foundation announced its youth philanthropy boards’ funding decisions for...

Women’s Club of Milton member honored for volunteerism

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Women’s Club of Milton member Marie Johnson was recently recognized for 25 years of community...

Friends of the Millsboro library celebrate success...

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The Friends of the Millsboro Public Library recently held a Jewelry Extravaganza to benefit...

CAMP Rehoboth sets food bank donation drive-thru...

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In continuing support of the Food Bank of Delaware, CAMP Rehoboth Outreach Program volunteers will...

Bowman’s aim is true: Cape senior awarded West Point...

Gina Gruwell
1 month ago
Cape Henlopen High School senior Addison Bowman has received Sen. Chris Coons’ principal nomination...

Governor’s proclamation honors League of Women...

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Gov. Matt Meyer declared May 17, 2025, as Sue Claire Harper Day in Delaware, in honor of Sue Claire...

Lewes Fire Department Strawberry Sip & Shop set June 7

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Lewes Fire Department Station 2 in Nassau will host its third annual Strawberry Sip & Shop from...

Dewey in Bloom adds color to beach town

Ellen McIntyre
1 month ago
Dewey just got a little more colorful with the help of Dewey in Bloom volunteers, who recently came...

Caesar Rodney SAR chapter honors registrar for...

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The Caesar Rodney Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution recently recognized Jim McClure,...

The Fearless Eight’s Greek odyssey with the Cape...

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The Fearless Eight embarked on their Greece 2024 adventure, bringing the Cape Gazette along for the...

Program assists high school graduates aging out of...

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A celebration for Delaware high school graduates who are aging out of foster care was held May 20...

Nanticoke watershed pollinator party bus tour set...

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The Nanticoke Watershed Alliance announced its pollinator party bus tour is set for 10 a.m. to 4 p...

Just Us Cat and Kitten Rescue to host fundraiser Oct...

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Just Us Cat and Kitten Rescue will hold its annual fundraiser Thursday, Oct. 30, at 1776 Steakhouse...

Service Dogs Saving Lives sets community events June 20

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Service Dogs Saving Lives uses multiple platforms to raise awareness about mental health struggles...

Family experience motivates La Esperanza leader

Kevin T. Conlon
1 month ago
Bryant Garcia’s work as executive director of La Esperanza, a group that assists immigrants...

Post 5 hosts Memorial Day ceremony in Rehoboth

Dan Cook
1 month ago
Henlopen American Legion Post 5 hosted its annual Memorial Day ceremony at the Rehoboth Beach...

Eagle Crest pilot group holds Learn to Fly Week event

Bill Shull
1 month ago
John Chirtea wouldn’t let a little rain ruin a chance to give future pilots a flying start. Chirtea...

GWOR holds Memorial Day ceremony

Dan Cook
1 month ago
The third annual Memorial Day service by the Gay Women of Rehoboth was held May 26, at the Rehoboth...

Post 28 marks Memorial Day by honoring those lost

Ted Pfirrmann
1 month ago
American Legion Post 28 held a Memorial Day ceremony May 26 at the post home, 31768 Legion Road,...

Midway Presbyterian open house and photo sale set...

1 month ago
Midway Presbyterian Church, built in 1857, will host an open house from 1 to 4 p.m., Saturday, May...

Lewes pays tribute to fallen on Memorial Day

Bill Shull
1 month ago
The City of Lewes was awash in red, white and blue for traditional Memorial Day ceremonies. The day...

Student ambassador exchange looks for Sussex County...

Gina Gruwell
1 month ago
Student Ambassador Exchange, a nonprofit organization that connects international students with...

American Legion Post 17 honors veterans at Delaware...

Ted Pfirrmann
1 month ago
The William T. Spooner American Legion Post 17 of Lewes held a Memorial Day weekend ceremony May 25...

Rehoboth All Saints’ Church holds Memorial Day service

Ellen McIntyre
1 month ago
Folks gathered at All Saints’ Episcopal Church in Rehoboth Beach for a Memorial Day service May 26...

Milton citizens host Memorial Day service

Ryan Mavity
1 month ago
In the absence of an official Memorial Day service, Milton citizens decided to hold one of their...

Georgetown hosts Sussex County Memorial Day Service

Dan Cook
1 month ago
The Sussex County Memorial Day service was held on The Circle in Georgetown May 25, when attendees...

AAUW donates $1,500 to History Book Festival 

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The AAUW Coastal Georgetown Branch recently presented a $1,500 donation to the History Book...

Lord Baltimore Lions receive special recognition

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At its May meeting, the Lord Baltimore Lions Club received special recognition from Camp Abilities...

Blue dasher named Delaware state dragonfly

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Following input from students across the First State, the blue dasher has been selected as Delaware...

Governor’s volunteer award honors SCI Thresholds...

1 month ago
A Governor’s Volunteer Service Award was presented to Sandra Frunzi for her work as coordinator of...

Race4Warriors hosts event in honor of veterans

Ted Pfirrmann
1 month ago
Race4Warriors organizers were excited to hold their events at a new location this year, with the...

History program to spotlight Gov. William H.H. Ross...

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The Milford Museum will continue its American History Series at 1 p.m., Saturday, May 31, at...

The Cape Gazette visits Turkmenistan

1 month ago
Steve Steinbach of Rehoboth Beach visited the world’s largest indoor, air-conditioned Ferris wheel...

Rehoboth history talks coincide with Tuesday farmers...

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The Rehoboth Beach Museum will host local historian Paul Lovett for free weekly talks about his...

Rehoboth Art League hosts Arts Festival in Grove Park

Chris Flood
1 month ago
Rehoboth Art League hosted its fifth annual Rehoboth Beach Arts Festival in Grove Park. There was...

Elks host bowling social for Stockley Center guests

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Nine residents and 10 staff members from Stockley Center had a fun time of bowling and fellowship...

Fort Miles to host D-Day remembrance June 6

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To honor the memory of the 40 Delawareans who lost their lives during the Battle of Normandy in...

Children’s Beach House recruits three skilled trustees

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Children’s Beach House recently announced the appointments of Jeff Fried, Ernie Lopez and Jaideep...

Neighbors learn about Black farmers’ history in...

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The Tidewater Landing community near Lewes hosted a panel discussion May 4 including...

‘Tell-Tail-Heart’ moment ends well

Kevin T. Conlon
1 month ago
I was walking through our yard after putting the garbage can out at the curb when I noticed a...

Sussex Preservation gala nets funds for Inland Bays

Ted Pfirrmann
1 month ago
The Sussex Preservation Coalition held its Green Gala fundraiser May 14 at the Clubhouse at Baywood...

Sussex County Memorial Day Celebration set May 25

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The traditional Sussex County Memorial Day Service will be held at 1:30 p.m., Sunday, May 25, on...

South Coastal Delaware AARP Artisans Fair set May 24

1 month ago
The South Coastal Delaware AARP Artisans Fair will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Saturday, May 24...

Maritime Day brings nautical lovers to Lewes

Bill Shull
2 months ago
Sharon and Josh Blumental made their way down the ramp of the Lightship Overfalls after touring the...

Sisterhood Book Club focuses on healthy living

2 months ago
Know Your Numbers was the theme for the Sisterhood Book Club’s recent gathering with a focus on...

Racial justice alliance leaders speak to local...

2 months ago
Eastern Sussex Democrats met May 7 and hosted Southern Delaware Alliance for Racial Justice...