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Saturday, July 12, 2025
What’s New
Night of Dance to highlight SunFestival weekend Aug. 31
One killed in four-vehicle crash at Argos Corner
Virginia Lee Flood, IBM retiree, avid crafter
Delaware Association of Realtors celebrates key legislative wins
Milton 8-10 softball falls to Lower Sussex
Back Bay Financial launches in Bethany Beach
Elissa Rellihan Ruppert, devoted wife, mother
Frank J. Mahoney, retired band director
59th St. Peter’s Art Show draws big crowd to Lewes
Athletes of the Week July 11
DNREC on water advisories: Better safe than sorry
Tharros Village opens for second season near Lewes
Grants-in-aid funding boosts fire companies, senior centers
News / Police
Milton council, state planners clear the air over future land-use map
By Ryan Mavity
1 hour ago
Milton Town Council and state planning officials had an air-clearing session July 7, as the two...
Milford police investigate homicide
11 hours ago
A 32-year-old man was fatally shot July 10 at a home near Milford. Milford police responded at...
DNREC testing sand bypass system over coming weeks
12 hours ago
The Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control announced July 11 that it...
No extra sand for First State in 2025
By Chris Flood
15 hours ago
Since 2009, there have been half a dozen large-scale beach nourishment projects along Delaware’s...
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Viewpoints
City pity
18 hours ago
DelDOT must find solutions
18 hours ago
The indefinite delay of the New Road bridge replacement project in Lewes is a threat to public...
Does planning & zoning ever deny a project?
By Neil Trugman
19 hours ago
I recently read an article where the chair of the Sussex County Planning & Zoning Commission...
Belle Mead traffic impact study doesn’t include massive commercial project
By Rosalind Mailander
19 hours ago
The following letter was sent to Delaware Department of Transportation Secretary Shanté...
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Obituaries
Betty Jane Greenwood, had adventurous spirit
12 hours ago
Betty J. (Werstler) Greenwood, 92, passed away Sunday, June 15, 2025, in Fort Lauderdale, Fla....
Faith Lord, artist, writer
1 day ago
Faith “Faye” Lord of Rehoboth Beach passed away Sunday, May 18, 2025. Born in Baltimore, Md., she...
Carol Ann Lak, beloved wife, mother
2 days ago
Carol Ann Lak passed away peacefully at home Saturday, July 5, 2025, in Lewes, surrounded by the...
John J. Forstoffer, veteran, family man
3 days ago
John J. Forstoffer, 79, of Lewes, passed away Saturday, July 5, 2025. Born April 22, 1946, in...
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Sports
Phillies have me holding my breath
By Sumner Spence
15 hours ago
The seesaw in the National League East continues with three games left until the all-star break....
Jules Woodall goes for 200th consecutive Ten Sisters race
17 hours ago
Jules Woodall - Jules, 76, is a relentless runner, a tall guy and a nice guy. This Saturday, he...
Saxton, Larkin capture titles at Dave Reynolds Biathlon
By Tim Bamforth
18 hours ago
The 34th version of the Dave Reynolds Biathlon was held in Rehoboth Beach July 6, following the...
Lewes 8-10 all-stars defeat Georgetown in D3 tournament
By Dan Cook
1 day ago
The Lewes 8-10 all-stars defeated Georgetown 10-6 July 9 at Milton Little League’s Dr. Tobin Field...
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A & E
History Book Festival to spotlight McCullough’s last work Sept. 28
12 hours ago
Lewes is a town of firsts, and it’s where the first and only book festival in the country devoted...
Rehoboth Art League to host opening reception July 18
13 hours ago
The Rehoboth Art League will host its 87th Annual Members’ Fine Art Exhibition from Friday, July 18...
Amaranth – an ancient plant with many modern uses
By Denise Clemons
15 hours ago
I have once again made a new discovery at the Historic Lewes Farmers Market. This time it was a...
Author Carson to speak in Seaford
1 day ago
New York Times bestselling author Dr. Ben Carson will speak at 7 p.m., Friday, July 18, in the...
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Cape Life
The Rapunzel Syndrome has caught my eye
By Pam Bounds
15 hours ago
I've noticed a fashion trend lately in women and even men, although not so recently in men. It...
Angola by the Bay to host 50th annual craft show July 19
1 day ago
Angola by the Bay will host its 50th annual craft show from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Saturday, July 19,...
Andrew Lyter to lead Lewes Maritime Museum transformation
1 day ago
The Historic Lewes board of trustees announced Executive Director Andrew Lyter will assume...
Lewes couple celebrates 70th wedding anniversary
1 day ago
Charles and Mary Lou Rosner of Lewes recently celebrated their 70th wedding anniversary with family...
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Local Buzz
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...
WHY YOU SHOULD STAGE YOUR HOME TO SELL IT
Iron Valley Real Estate at The Beach - Frank Hornstein
Why Staging Matters In its early years, staging was occasionally used in vacant and hard-to-sell...
WIRING MONEY FOR SETTLEMENT
Iron Valley Real Estate at The Beach - Frank Hornstein
WIRING MONEY FOR SETTLEMENT THIS HAS BECOME A MAJOR ISSUE WITH THE SALE OF A HOME. If you...
HOW TO PREPARE FOR SHOWINGS
Iron Valley Real Estate at The Beach - Frank Hornstein
HOW TO PREPARE FOR SHOWINGS These are some guidelines to help prepare for showings: ...
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...
Staging Your Home to Sell
Bill Cullin
Many people recognize a decorating style they like when they see it, but they find it difficult to...
How to Add Value and Beauty to Your Front Yard Landscape
Mike Kogler Team
How to Add Value and Beauty to Your Front Yard Landscape
Article From HouseLogic.com By...
4 Essential Steps to Buying a Home
Bill Cullin
By Kara Masterson
Buying a new home can be a complicated undertaking, especially for...
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...
Meet Marla!
Got Your Back Self Defense
Marla walked through the doors of Riptide Brazilian Jiu Jitsu in November 2013, and never looked...
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Calendar of Events
Today
(All day)
52nd Annual Members’ Fine Craft Exhibition
(All day)
“Inside the Studio of Ethel PB Leach.” Curated by by...
(All day)
“Feathered and Fancy”: Avian Interpretations from...
8:00 am
to
12:00 pm
Fill a bag clothing & shoe sale charity fundraiser
8:00 am
to
12:00 pm
Historic Lewes Farmers Market
8:30 am
to
10:00 am
Writing Boot Camp
9:00 am
Lewes Antiques & Home Décor Show & Sale
9:00 am
to
12:00 pm
Riverwalk Farmers Market
10:00 am
to
3:00 pm
Delaware Seaside Railroad Club Train Display
10:00 am
to
11:00 am
Purple martin educational program
10:00 am
to
2:00 pm
Friends of Milton Public Library Book and Gift Shop
10:00 am
to
3:30 pm
Vacation Bible School
10:00 am
to
3:00 pm
DAR historic house tours
10:30 am
Boardwalk Stroll
10:30 am
to
11:30 am
Mat Pilates for Millennials
11:00 am
to
11:45 am
Lewes History Highlights walking tour
11:00 am
Battery 519 tour
11:00 am
to
11:45 am
Lewes History Highlights Walking Tour
12:00 pm
to
7:00 pm
American Legion Wing Day
7:00 pm
Delmarva Chorus show
Sunday, July 13
(All day)
52nd Annual Members’ Fine Craft Exhibition
(All day)
“Inside the Studio of Ethel PB Leach.” Curated by by...
(All day)
“Feathered and Fancy”: Avian Interpretations from...
8:00 am
to
12:00 pm
Bethany Beach Farmers Market
9:00 am
to
1:00 pm
Tidal Market Delaware Farmers Market
11:00 am
to
1:00 pm
Just Us and Cat Nippers low-cost dog and cat vaccine...
11:00 am
Creative Movement Virtual Yoga
12:00 pm
to
3:00 pm
Nassau Valley Vineyards Farmers Market
2:00 pm
to
5:00 pm
Republicans for Sussex Big Tent event
6:00 pm
to
7:30 pm
Lewes Legends walking tour
Monday, July 14
(All day)
“Inside the Studio of Ethel PB Leach.” Curated by by...
(All day)
“Feathered and Fancy”: Avian Interpretations from...
8:00 am
to
10:00 am
RB Free Writes
11:00 am
L.E.A.P. Read to the Dogs program
11:00 am
to
12:00 pm
Painting from Life program
12:00 pm
to
7:00 pm
American Legion Meatball Sub Day
12:30 pm
Duplicate Bridge
1:00 pm
to
4:00 pm
Mah Jongg
1:30 pm
Food for Thought
2:00 pm
to
3:00 pm
Crafty Kids program
3:00 pm
to
4:00 pm
Rehoboth Beach Writers’ Guild Poetry Free Write
3:30 pm
to
5:00 pm
Rehoboth Beach ostomy group
4:00 pm
to
5:00 pm
Insight Meditation Community of Lewes meditation
5:45 pm
to
7:15 pm
Lewes-Rehoboth Rotary Club meeting
6:30 pm
to
8:30 pm
Millennial game night
8:30 pm
Dewey Beach movie night
Business
Fresh local watermelons join farmers market offerings July 12
1 day ago
The Historic Lewes Farmers Market will be open from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m., Saturday, July 12, at George...
Advanced Rehabilitation cuts ribbon on Lewes facility
1 day ago
The Lewes Chamber of Commerce recently hosted a ribbon cutting to celebrate the opening of Advanced...
Historic Lewes Farmers Market turns 20
1 day ago
Sally Packard was one of the co-founders of the Historic Lewes Farmers Market 20 years ago. She was...
The Waypoint now open in Rehoboth Beach
1 day ago
After a multi-year, down-to-the-studs renovation, John and Joe Herbert have opened The Waypoint in...
The Dunes Hotel Rehoboth Beach has been sold
1 day ago
Located on the Forgotten Mile northwest of Dewey Beach, the Dunes Hotel Rehoboth Beach has been...
Go Fourth fireworks group continues to accept donations
2 days ago
The Go Fourth Lewes Committee continues to accept donations for the seventh annual fireworks show...
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Blogs
Seasons of Blog (700th Post Today!)
By Elise Seyfried
3 days ago
350,000 words I have written, it's
700 mini-essays counting today
They’re not...
Irish Exit
By Elise Seyfried
1 week ago
I HATE goodbyes at the end of gatherings. For eons, I was trapped in the etiquette loop:“Thanks for...
Trivial Pursuits
By Elise Seyfried
2 weeks ago
Steve and I don’t frequent trivia nights in bars and restaurants. I maintain it’s because we want...
Core Beliefs
By Elise Seyfried
3 weeks ago
As if life wasn’t complicated enough. Nowadays, it’s not just about the general condition of our...
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Milton Town Council and state planning officials had an air-clearing session July 7, as the two...
