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March 11, 2025
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Tuesday, March 11, 2025
What’s New
Lewes resident’s property tax bill skyrocketed
Support transgender kids, do not cause more harm
Car show raises $12,800 for breast cancer coalition
Five Sussex Tech athletes sign letters of intent
Catherine Jean Thompson, volunteer extraordinaire
‘Chicago: Teen Edition’ to open at Cape High March 13
John Paul Andrews, devoted father, avid traveler
Charles Edward Wallace, man of deep faith
St. Patrick’s Day Parade takes over Milton
Lucky Leprechaun 5K attracts 624 runners
Anybody Got a Peanut?
Lewes wastewater plant reopens after unexpected shutdown
Cape girls’ soccer hosts play day
News / Police
Man shot in Lincoln
10 hours ago
Delaware State Police are investigating after a man was shot March 9 in Lincoln. Troopers...
Rehoboth Beach man, Bridgeville man face drug charges after crashing car near Long Neck
1 day ago
A Rehoboth Beach man and a Bridgeville man face drug charges after police say they crashed a car...
Man charged in Popeye’s parking lot fight
1 day ago
A Virginia man faces a felony assault charge after a fight in the Popeye’s parking lot March 8 near...
House and Senate Republicans address high energy costs
By Melissa Steele
1 day ago
Following meetings with energy providers and power grid experts, Republican legislators have...
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Viewpoints
Birds of a feather float together
2 days ago
There were so many black scoters at the Indian River Inlet Feb. 25, that Rich Giannola couldn’t fit...
DQ opening means spring is around the corner
By Chris Flood
3 days ago
It’s the first week of March, and after what feels like an extended winter season, it’s nice to see...
Revolving charges
By Jim Paterson
3 days ago
Milton land purchase worthy of consideration
3 days ago
It’s not often a large swath of property in a downtown area becomes available, but that’s the case...
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Obituaries
Spencer E. Kennedy, forever in our hearts
3 days ago
Spencer E. Kennedy, known as "Float," was called home by God Friday, Feb. 28, 2025. He was a...
Patricia Ann Carlin Simcox, loved her family, dogs
3 days ago
Patricia Ann Carlin Simcox, 73, of Millsboro, took her last breath Wednesday, March 5, 2025. Born...
Joseph C. Thorp, decorated Marine
3 days ago
Lt. Col. Joseph C. Thorp, USMC (Ret.), 89, of Milton, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by...
Robert Jesse Partlow, retired attorney, volunteer
4 days ago
Robert Jesse Partlow went to live in the house of the Lord Wednesday, March 5, 2025. He was ...
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Sports
Incremental improvements pay off for Ping
By Fritz Schranck
2 days ago
January’s PGA Show in Orlando, Fla., included my annual pleasant conversation with Ping engineer...
Harry Aiken was one of a kind
By Eric Burnley
2 days ago
The world has lost a singular personality with the passing of Harry Aiken Sr. Harry was one of...
Sussex Academy game pits students against teachers
By Aaron R. Mushrush
3 days ago
With their winter seasons wrapped up, Sussex Academy recognized its student-athletes with a March 3...
The Eagles are reloading
By Sumner Spence
3 days ago
I thought NFL teams had to wait another week to talk to their own free agents, but apparently not,...
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A & E
Women’s Fest Rehoboth kicks off April 10
1 day ago
Tickets are now available for Women’s+ Fest, one of the largest women’s events on the East Coast,...
Lent brings new and old food traditions to the table
By Denise Clemons
3 days ago
Earlier this week marked a juxtaposition of food traditions: the wild celebrations associated with...
VegWinterFest slated March 16 in Lewes
4 days ago
VegRehoboth will host the 4th Annual VegWinterFest from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Sunday, March 16, at the...
STEPPIN’ OUT
Matt Lafferty to perform March 8 in Milton
4 days ago
After being closed for over a year, Twin Branch Winery in Milton will finally celebrate its Grand...
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Cape Life
Milton’s Amy Simonson aims to become Ms. Wheelchair USA
By Ryan Mavity
3 hours ago
For 27-year-old Milton native Amy Simonson, being first was not something to be feared; it was an...
Spring’s approach means turtles are on the move
By Alice Mohrman
1 day ago
I enjoy a snowy winter, but the quiet atmosphere invites me to look for subtle signs of change that...
Cape High holds National Honor Society inductions
2 days ago
The Cape Henlopen High School National Honor Society recently inducted 130 new members, recognizing...
Reading the Gazette at one of the most famous fountains in the world
2 days ago
Cape Gazette subscriber Michael Mundy had a fabulous time in Rome. Here here is shown with his...
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Local Buzz
Contingency Contracts
Bill Cullin
Buyers walk into your home in your area and fall in love with it. There is one problem - they will...
Don’t Leave It All To Your Kids! A Dynamic Spending Workshop at the Lewes Public Library
InFocus Financial Advisors, Inc.
InFocus Financial Advisors, Inc. will be hosting a workshop on dynamic spending in retirement. The...
Purchase Agreements
Bill Cullin
Whether it consists of several pages of big type or a few pages of fine print, a real estate...
TOMORROW “Finally a Tax-Smart Retirement Plan! A Savvy Roth Conversion Strategies Class" at Lewes Public Library
InFocus Financial Advisors, Inc.
Lewes, DE – As retirement approaches, understanding the nuances of taxation can significantly...
Improving To Sell
Bill Cullin
Many homeowners wait until they are ready to put their home on the market before painting, planting...
“Setting Up Your Surviving Spouse for Success" Coming to Lewes Library
InFocus Financial Advisors, Inc.
Lewes, DE – Planning for the unexpected is an essential part of financial security, yet many...
Reach Thousands of Festival-Goers This Season
Cape Gazette
Festival season is around the corner, and readers are making plans.
Spring & Summer...
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: www.HenlopenRB.com
The Henlopen...
Top Five Reasons to Update Your Estate Plan upon Moving to Delaware
Procino-Wells & Woodland, LLC
Top Five Reasons to Update Your Estate Plan upon Moving to Delaware Reason No. 1: Revocable...
Should You Buy a Home Generator?
Mike Kogler Team
Should You Buy a Home Generator?
A power outage can be an inconvenience, at best. If...
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Calendar of Events
Today
8:30 am
Boardwalk Stroll
10:00 am
to
11:00 am
Delaware Money School workshop
10:00 am
to
12:00 pm
Alzheimer’s Caregivers Support Group
10:30 am
to
11:00 am
Preschool Story Time
11:00 am
to
12:00 pm
Little Yogis
11:00 am
to
9:00 pm
Get Half Off Pizza Every Tuesday at Lefty’s Alley &...
12:00 pm
to
9:00 pm
Dine & Donate fundraiser
12:00 pm
to
7:00 pm
American Legion Taco Day
2:00 pm
to
3:30 pm
Adult Coloring group
2:00 pm
to
6:00 pm
Spaghetti dinner
6:00 pm
to
8:00 pm
Human Trafficking in Delaware webinar
7:00 pm
to
9:00 pm
Dancing Argentine Tango
Wednesday, March 12
9:00 am
to
12:00 pm
Art time in the library
9:30 am
Duplicate Bridge
10:00 am
to
11:15 am
Art in the AM program
10:30 am
to
11:30 am
Baby & Toddler Story Time
11:00 am
to
1:00 pm
GriefShare support group
11:00 am
to
1:00 pm
Soup Social
12:00 pm
to
7:00 pm
American Legion Whatever Wednesday Bartender’s...
12:00 pm
AARP Driver Safety Refresher Course
3:00 pm
to
5:00 pm
Topical Seminars discussion group
4:00 pm
to
6:00 pm
Video game night
5:00 pm
to
7:00 pm
Delaware Seaside Railroad Club Train Display
6:00 pm
to
8:00 pm
Free Write
6:00 pm
to
7:30 pm
Wednesday is “Tunes & Trivia” Game Night at Lefty’s...
Thursday, March 13
(All day)
Try Chef Osvaldo’s Special Features Menu Every...
8:30 am
Boardwalk Stroll
8:30 am
to
1:00 pm
VITA Tax-Aide Prep Help
9:00 am
to
4:00 pm
Delaware Botanic Gardens opening day
11:00 am
to
12:30 pm
Socrates Café
11:15 am
Seniors luncheon for widows & widowers
11:30 am
to
1:00 pm
More Than a Meal Weekly Ministry
11:45 am
AARP Driver Safety Refresher Course
12:00 pm
to
7:00 pm
American Legion Build a Burger Day
1:00 pm
Brunch for single gay men
1:30 pm
to
3:30 pm
Cancer Support Group
2:00 pm
to
3:30 pm
Spanish Conversation Group
3:00 pm
to
5:00 pm
In the Loop Knitting & Crocheting group
5:00 pm
to
6:00 pm
Lewes History Museum speaker series
6:00 pm
Elks Bingo
6:00 pm
to
8:00 pm
Transcendental Jam & Vegetarian Feast
6:00 pm
to
9:00 pm
Sing Your Heart Out Every Thursday at Lefty’s Alley ...
7:00 pm
Compassionate Friends meeting
Business
Dine-to-donate nets $360 for Sussex Academy
1 day ago
A recent dine -to-donate opportunity hosted by Crooked Hammock in Lewes netted $360 in proceeds to...
Tidemark Foundation supports Brooke’s Toy Closet with donation drive
1 day ago
The Tidemark Foundation recently announced its participation in supporting Brooke’s Toy Closet, a...
Delaware tourism stats show record-breaking impact in 2023
1 day ago
Marking a new Delaware record, the Delaware Tourism Office announced 2023 numbers indicating the...
Cruisin’ Crab set to hit the road
1 day ago
After spending the winter months helping Cape Region customers get their crab fix, the Cruising...
Wine, food and music festival returns May 3
2 days ago
The 9th Southern Delaware Wine, Food & Music Festival will take place from noon to 3 p.m.,...
Wacoal opens store in Tanger Outlets Rehoboth
2 days ago
Wacoal, a national designer intimate apparel brand, recently opened a store in Tanger Outlets at ...
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Blogs
Baby Magic
By Elise Seyfried
6 days ago
Excuse me for basking. We Seyfrieds are currently enjoying being in the golden glow of Babyland....
Who Needs Eggs!?!
1 week ago
Not I. Not you. Not anyone. I haven’t had an egg for 14 years! According to the Physicians...
Basket Making
By Elise Seyfried
1 week ago
If pressed, I'll say “basketball is my sport.” This gives me some street cred, and assures my...
Limelighting
By Elise Seyfried
2 weeks ago
We’ve all heard about so and so or such and such being “in the limelight,” as in “currently famous/...
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KIDS ZONE FOR HEROES AT THE 4TH ANNUAL RALLY FOR OUR FIRST RESPONDERS
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Lewes History Highlights Walking Tour
Lewes Historical Society
Local Moving and Junk Removal Helps People in Recovery
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Disney Treasure, the newest ship from Disney Cruise Line
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Premier Listings
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COMMERCIAL LEASING OPPORTUNITY! 🍍 // 17053 Nassau Commons Blvd. in Lewes, Delaware - For Lease by...
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NEW PRICE - 30145 GEORGE WASHINGTON AVE
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30145 GEORGE WASHINGTON AVE., MILLSBORO 19966 - NEW PRICE!! Welcome to this beautifully maintained...
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
A PEACEFUL RETREAT IN SWANS COVE WEST
Selbyville
539,900.00
This beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home in Swann Cove West near Fenwick Island,...
The Real McCoy Group
Amazing Canal-Front Building Lot in North Shores
Rehoboth Beach
2,995,000.00
Amazing canal-front building lot in the exclusive community of North Shores that offers stunning...
Bryce Lingo & Shaun Tull Team
OPEN HOUSE ON SATURDAY ~ 30381 MILLSBORO HWY~MILLSBORO
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Join us on Saturday, march 8th from 10 am to 12 pm for an open house at this beautiful home! 30381...
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32697 E Albemarle Ct, Millsboro | New home for the...
Millsboro
335,000.00
NEW HOME FOR THE NEW YEAR!!! Introducing a thoughtfully renovated home, both inside and out,...
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Lovingly Maintained Home in Belle Terre
Lewes
819,000.00
Looking to transition to the Delaware Coast? Look no further. This lovingly maintained home in the...
Bryce Lingo & Shaun Tull Team
COASTAL ELEGANCE AWAITS YOU IN SAWGRASS!
Rehoboth Beach
948,900.00
This Cape May model home by Schell Brothers is situated on a premium pond front lot in the highly...
Lee Ann Wilkinson, Berkshire Hathaway Home Services
19899 Ames Dr #134, Rehoboth Beach
Rehoboth Beach
775,000.00
This 4-bedroom, 4.5-bathroom townhouse spans four levels, one of only nine in the community with...
Debbie Reed Team, REMAX Realty
19708 Chelmer, Rehoboth
Rehoboth Beach
559,000.00
Grande at Canal Pointe! Spacious 2 two bedroom, two bath, 2nd floor condo with elevator access and...
Debbie Reed Team, REMAX Realty
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House and Senate Republicans address high energy costs
Melissa Steele
2 days ago
Following meetings with energy providers and power grid experts, Republican legislators have...
