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Thursday, January 15, 2026
What’s New
Workshop set Feb. 3 on H-2A Temporary Farm Workers Program
Milton Theatre Broadway cabaret shows set Jan. 17
Realtor Charlie Arnold earns professional certifications
BSA Troop 1 honors Eagle Scout Eric Murray
Esther Blake Shelton, remarkable woman, teacher
Milton Elementary leadership team holds successful food drive
Ethel Aurilla Planchock, devoted to family, community
‘Hamnet’ screenings to open Jan. 16
Cape’s Elliott honored as Support Professional of the Year
Rehoboth Beach loses two longtime business owners
Atlantic Fields rezoning unanimously denied by county council
Cape Gazette readers explore Mediterranean history and culture
Slam Dunk attracts big-name coaches in 2000
News / Police
Milton woman charged in Lewes Dollar General Store robbery
13 hours ago
A Milton woman was charged Jan. 13 after police say she robbed the Dollar General Store on Savannah...
Community forum to gather expert input Jan. 27 in Lewes
13 hours ago
The City of Lewes will hold its inaugural State of the Community Forum from 5 to 7 p.m., Tuesday,...
Delmarva Power rate increase proposal draws criticism
By Melissa Steele
1 day ago
Delaware’s Public Advocate and a top Senate Democrat are questioning a proposed rate increase by...
Dewey to evaluate budget process in Jan. 16 workshop amid accuracy concerns
By Ellen McIntyre
1 day ago
Dewey Beach officials plan to take a closer look at the town’s annual budget process during a...
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Viewpoints
What to know about school choice options
By Andrew Campanella
1 day ago
Editor’s note: Online school choice application for participating public school districts and...
Speed bump
By Jim Paterson
1 day ago
Motorist disputes speed camera fine
By Victoria McCowan
1 day ago
Thank you, Cape Gazette, for submitting a Freedom of Information Act request for detailed...
Coastal Highway medians need mowing
By Ryan Phifer
1 day ago
As a daily commuter on Coastal Highway, I have noticed that the grassed medians between the inlet...
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Obituaries
John T. Walsh, veteran, retired teacher
14 hours ago
John Toner “Jate” Walsh, 76, of Milton, passed away at home Wednesday, Dec. 24, 2025. Born Aug. 10...
Tony Lee Hudson, jack of all trades
1 day ago
Tony Lee Hudson, a friend to all, of Georgetown, passed away peacefully Saturday, Jan. 10, 2026, in...
Marcella Ann Hanson, woman of deep faith
2 days ago
Marcella Ann Hanson, 98, of Rehoboth Beach, passed away peacefully Tuesday, Jan 6, 2026, in Lewes...
Joan Gleckel, career registered nurse
5 days ago
Joan Ann Gleckel, MSN, a career registered nurse, passed away Wednesday, Dec. 17, 2025, at...
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Sports
Real competition features best on best
By Dave Frederick
1 day ago
Friars Club - I have a good friend, Chuck Chinici, who used to be the AD at Malvern Prep in Malvern...
Cape boys’ basketball gets wins over CR and Laurel
By Dan Cook
2 days ago
Four Vikings scored in double figures in the Vikings’ 79-61 win over Caesar Rodney Jan. 8, and...
Cape girls’ basketball saddles Riders with 23-point loss
By Dan Cook
2 days ago
The Cape girls’ basketball team got back into the winning column Jan. 8 with a 47-24 win over...
Cape swimming splashes past Central
By Dan Cook
2 days ago
The Cape boys’ and girls’ swim teams moved to 4-0 on the season with the boys’ 103-46 win and the...
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A & E
Home Sweet Meal
2 days ago
William Cash’s Christmas gift won’t last long since chickadees discovered the bird feeder house is...
New show highlights Artist’s Inspiration at Gallery One
4 days ago
Where do ideas come from? That’s the question for Gallery One artists in their new show, Artist’s...
Spinach is a low-calorie nutritional powerhouse
By Denise Clemons
5 days ago
After some long weeks of indulging in rich meals, sweet treats and a few adult beverages, it was...
Stephen Sondheim musical revue to open Jan. 23
6 days ago
Possum Point Players’ “Sondheim on Sondheim” musical revue performances will be held Friday to...
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Cape Life
Milton Community Foundation seeks cap and gown fund donors
15 hours ago
The Milton Community Foundation is dedicated to supporting students in the local community. One of...
Beebe executive to chair women’s heart health campaign
1 day ago
Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death for women in Delaware and across the United...
Dining fundraiser to benefit Miriam’s Table Jan. 21
1 day ago
To benefit Miriam’s Table, Mariachi Restaurant will host a dine-and-donate event from 11 a.m. to 9...
Fred Thomas Middle School hosts free book shop event
1 day ago
The Frederick D. Thomas Middle School Library was transformed into a free book shop Dec. 11 and 12...
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Local Buzz
JUST SOLD at The HENLOPEN, Unit 613, by Bill Cullin, Top Selling Agent There
Bill Cullin
This condo featured an updated kitchen with granite counters, modern tile baths, hurricane shutters...
House Odors and Selling
Bill Cullin
Do you have a dog or cat that lives indoors with the family? A pet can pose a problem when your...
“Stock Market: Bubble or Boom!” class coming to the Lewes Library on January 30th
InFocus Financial Advisors, Inc.
InFocus Financial Advisors Presents "Stock Market Bubble or Boom! At the Lewes Public Library...
SOLD ANOTHER HENLOPEN UNIT!! Unit 407
Mike Kogler Team
JUST SOLD by The Mike Kogler Team: 527 N Boardwalk, Unit #407, Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971 A coastal...
Real Estate Tip: How to Set a Proper Budget for Your Home Remodel
Bill Cullin
Please enjoy the real estate tip included below. If you have any questions about this tip - or any...
8 Staging Secrets from a Top Real Estate Professional
Mike Kogler Team
8 Staging Secrets from a Top Real Estate Professional
Sell faster. And for more money...
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. The Henlopen Condominium is the area’s premier ocean-front...
TOMORROW Retiring the 4% Rule - Class at the Lewes Public Library 1/15/26
Back Bay Financial Planning & Investments
Retirees and those approaching retirement are invited to attend a free educational seminar, “...
Head Over to Headwater Cove for Fresh New Homes and an Easy Resort Lifestyle
Active Adults Realty®
If you take a look at the communities spotlighted on our Web site you’ll find pickleball courts are...
Theatre Buffs Should Love Wintertime Beach Towns!
Active Adults Realty®
Archetypal “beach towns” conjure images of places that thrive with crowds under sunny summer skies...
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Calendar of Events
Today
8:30 am
Boardwalk Stroll
11:00 am
to
12:30 pm
Socrates Café
11:00 am
to
1:30 pm
Coastal Georgetown AAUW meeting
12:00 pm
to
7:00 pm
American Legion Build a Burger Day
1:00 pm
Alzheimer’s caregivers support group
1:30 pm
to
3:30 pm
Cancer Support Group
2:00 pm
to
3:30 pm
Spanish Conversation Group
6:00 pm
to
8:00 pm
Transcendental Jam & Vegetarian Feast
6:00 pm
Elks Bingo
Friday, January 16
7:30 am
to
8:45 am
Rehoboth Beach Sunrise Rotary Club meeting
10:00 am
to
11:00 am
Baby Friday
10:00 am
to
1:00 pm
Drop-in tech help
1:00 pm
to
3:30 pm
Friday Flicks
5:30 pm
Fort Miles Lantern tour
7:00 pm
Celebrate Recovery group
7:00 pm
to
8:00 pm
MLK fundraiser event
Saturday, January 17
8:30 am
to
10:00 am
Writing Boot Camp
10:00 am
to
2:00 pm
Friends of Milton Public Library Book and Gift Shop
10:00 am
to
3:00 pm
Delaware Seaside Railroad Club Train Display
10:00 am
FMHA historical lecture
10:30 am
to
11:30 am
Spanish storytime
12:00 pm
to
7:00 pm
American Legion Wing Day
4:30 pm
to
6:00 pm
MLK celebration banquet
6:00 pm
MLK celebration
Business
Conservation cost-share program benefits homeowners and HOAs
19 hours ago
The Sussex Conservation District is launching a new Community Conservation Assistance Program...
Delaware Farm Bureau announces 2025 photo contest winners
3 days ago
The Delaware Farm Bureau Promotion and Engagement Committee received more than 200 entries in its...
Ag Week to bring farming community together
3 days ago
Continuing a 20-plus-year tradition, the First State’s agricultural community is set to gather from...
Delaware employees can now file Paid Family Leave claims
3 days ago
The Delaware Department of Labor’s Division of Paid Leave recently announced the official start of...
Brandywine Valley SPCA accepts yappy hour donation
4 days ago
Brandywine Valley SPCA recently received a $545 donation from Big Chill Surf Cantina. Proceeds...
update
DRBA postpones hearing on ferry fare changes
4 days ago
A virtual public hearing set for 6:30 p.m., Monday, Jan. 12, to discuss the goals and objectives of...
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Blogs
How Public Was My Domain!
By Elise Seyfried
1 day ago
I can’t speak for my fellow scribes, but for me, the list of masterworks that have entered the...
My Day in Esrever (Reverse)
By Elise Seyfried
1 week ago
Wow. I thought I was “hep” to all the cutting-edge anti-aging tips and tricks. You know: lots of...
Confessions of an Ultracrepidarian
By Elise Seyfried
2 weeks ago
When I learned the word “ultracrepidarian” and its definition (one who attempts to speak...
Traditionally
By Elise Seyfried
3 weeks ago
Having just completed the merry celebration of my birthday yesterday (and I won’t tell you which...
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SOLD! 48+/- ACRES ON HIGH TRAFFIC CORNER OUTSIDE LEWES ON KINGS HIGHWAY & GILLS NECK ROAD!...
Paul Townsend Team ~ Paul & Darlene Townsend, REALTORS®
FOR SALE: Impressive ‘Lewes Loft-Model’ Home in...
Lewes
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Impressive 'Lewes Loft-Model' Home in Tower Hill! // LIST PRICE: $1,149,000 15210 W. Kea Way,...
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Classic Home in Spectacular Location on Baltimore...
Rehoboth Beach
3,188,000.00
Just Listed, a beautiful classic home where traditional meets coastal, offering a spectacular...
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Paynters Mill ~ 16262 John Rowland Trail, Milton DE
Milton
425,000.00
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ROOM TO DREAM! Amish-Built Gem 3BD/2BA | 34170 S...
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749,000.00
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Great Buy in Woods Cove! Even Better Now!
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369,000.00
Great Buy at $369,000. Treat yourself this Holiday to that beach getaway or investment property you...
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
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1,299,000.00
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Debbie Reed Team, REMAX Realty
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Bryce Lingo & Shaun Tull Team
New Construction With Pool in South Rehoboth
Rehoboth Beach
4,195,000.00
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639,900.00
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Community forum to gather expert input Jan. 27 in Lewes
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The City of Lewes will hold its inaugural State of the Community Forum from 5 to 7 p.m., Tuesday,...