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Thursday, April 3, 2025
What’s New
Legacy Academy holds speech meet competition
Mid-Atlantic Symphony to spotlight Mozart April 5
Sussex Academy Odyssey of the Mind teams advance to state tournament
Community Bank promotes Niblett to new leadership roles
Gilda Shelp, watch designer, jeweler
East of the River to take Coastal Concerts stage April 5
Philip Anthony Wlodarczyk, veteran, sales professional
Sussex Academy softball walks it off against Indian River
From dairy to beef: New business moo-ving into Hopkins Farm
Mill Pond Garden to welcome early spring visitors April 13
Making new friends out West with the Cape Gazette
Cape Science Olympiad moves up the ranks in state competition
Vikings boys’ tennis swat the Blue Jays 4-1
News / Police
Delaware files lawsuit to block federal cuts to public health services
By Melissa Steele
15 hours ago
Delaware has joined 22 other states and the District of Columbia in a lawsuit to preserve $12...
New Lewes playground open in Canalfront Park
By Bill Shull
15 hours ago
“It’s the talk of the town. We heard about it at a playground in Rehoboth.” That’s what Michelle...
Henlopen Acres replaces damaged 100-year-old millstone
By Chris Flood
1 day ago
A year after being broken in half by a hit-and-run driver, the millstone at the ocean end of Pine...
Ocean City man arrested for third DUI in Rehoboth
1 day ago
An Ocean City, Md. man was arrested in Rehoboth Beach March 26, after police determined he was...
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Viewpoints
Fisher-Martin House dates back 300 years
1 day ago
The Fisher-Martin House on Kings Highway in Lewes is one of the oldest structures in the state,...
Here’s looking at you, kid
1 day ago
Ron Vederman captured this photo of male and female ospreys while kayaking Herring Creek March 28...
DNREC secretary: Clean energy is the solution for high energy bills
By Greg Patterson
1 day ago
High energy bills in Delaware are a problem. But clean energy policies are not the cause, and...
Deep sea protection
By Jim Paterson
1 day ago
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Obituaries
Dan Kondrup, Navy veteran
13 hours ago
Dan Kondrup, 92, of Milton, died Monday, March 31, 2025, at his home. He was born in Freehold, N.J...
Frank E. Dillon, veteran, ChristianaCare retiree
13 hours ago
Frank E. Dillon, 78, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, and friend to many, passed away...
Margaret Elizabeth Millman, cherished her family
15 hours ago
Margaret Elizabeth Millman, 90, passed away Monday, March 31, 2025, surrounded by family at...
Henry Aloycius McGough, beloved family man
16 hours ago
Henry A. McGough left us Monday, March 31, 2025, to be with his Lord. He was surrounded by love...
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Sports
Spartans shoot down Seahawks 1-0 in D2 heavyweight clash
By Aaron R. Mushrush
11 hours ago
The Sussex Academy girls’ soccer team has allowed just one goal all season. Unfortunately for them...
Cape girls’ tennis sweeps Seaford 5-0
By Dan Cook
11 hours ago
The Cape girls’ tennis squad moved to 3-0 with a 5-0 shutout of Seaford April 1 in Lewes. Cape...
Seahawks’ strong start against IR not enough in 17-6 loss
By Aaron R. Mushrush
1 day ago
Sussex Academy players knew they needed to come out strong March 31 against a talented Indian River...
Reading stadium signs and plaques and making connections
By Dave Frederick
1 day ago
Centrowitz connections - Matt Centrowitz won an Olympic gold medal in the 1,500 meters at the 2016...
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A & E
Milton student art exhibition to open April 10
14 hours ago
The Milton Arts Guild gallery will present artwork by area students for an upcoming exhibition. As...
Pop of Color
2 days ago
The colors of spring are starting to show. Examples of nature’s seasonal show can be seen in Janet...
Children’s theatre to present ‘Aladdin’ tour, creative camps
3 days ago
The Rehoboth Summer Children’s Theatre will present its 44th season of camps, performances and...
Sussex Academy elementary presents ‘Addams Family’ musical
3 days ago
Sussex Academy elementary students wowed classmates and families with several performances of the...
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Cape Life
First Baptist Church to celebrate 70 years in Lewes April 6
12 hours ago
First Baptist Church will host its 70th anniversary celebration at 10:15 a.m., Sunday, April 6, at ...
Phones, internet down at several Cape school district buildings
15 hours ago
The landline phones and internet are currently down at several Cape Henlopen School District...
Equine program for veterans to start April 18
16 hours ago
Southern Delaware Therapeutic Riding will host an eight-week equine program for veterans from 10 a....
VIA Day proclamation lauds volunteer service to community
18 hours ago
In honor of Women’s History Month and the community service history of the Village Improvement...
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Local Buzz
LEWES: OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY in 55+ Sussex West
Bayshore Home Sales
OPEN HOUSE: SUNDAY, APRIL 6 | Noon-2pm 11 Folkstone Lane, Lewes, DE 19958 SAVE $25K Thru APR...
How to Choose the Right Amount and Types of Lighting
Bill Cullin
When decorating your home, one of the most important areas of focus should be the lighting....
2nd Annual Pickleball Tournament Announced! Dink, Smash, Play with Cape Gazette!
Cape Gazette
Cape Gazette is excited to offer Men's, Women's (Friday) and Mixed Doubles play (Saturday) divided...
FREE COMMUNITY SHRED DAY!
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
SPONSORED BY LONG & FOSTER and GIORDANO & GAGNE, LLC SATURDAY, APRIL 12TH 5 ANGLERS ROAD...
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...
4 Essential Steps to Buying a Home
Bill Cullin
By Kara Masterson
Buying a new home can be a complicated undertaking, especially for...
HOW TO PREPARE FOR SHOWINGS
McWilliams Ballard Coastal - 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...
WIRING MONEY FOR SETTLEMENT
McWilliams Ballard Coastal - Frank Hornstein
WIRING MONEY FOR SETTLEMENT If you are buying or selling a home you may be wiring money to...
The Purr-fect Place to Promote Your Business!
Cape Gazette
For Pet Lovers, From the Cape Gazette Pet owners are looking for trusted local businesses - make...
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Calendar of Events
Today
(All day)
Geranium sale
(All day)
Lewes Tulip Celebration
8:30 am
to
1:00 pm
VITA Tax-Aide Prep Help
8:30 am
Boardwalk Stroll
10:00 am
to
12:00 pm
AAUW notable books discussion
11:00 am
to
12:30 pm
Socrates Café
11:00 am
to
3:00 pm
Friends of Milton Public Library Book and Gift Shop
11:15 am
Seniors luncheon for widows & widowers
11:30 am
to
1:00 pm
More Than a Meal Weekly Ministry
12:00 pm
to
7:00 pm
American Legion Build a Burger Day
1:00 pm
Pinelands history hike
1:00 pm
Alzheimer’s caregivers support group
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
4:00 pm
to
5:00 pm
Minecraft builders
5:00 pm
to
6:30 pm
Politics & daily life talk
6:00 pm
to
8:00 pm
Transcendental Jam & Vegetarian Feast
6:00 pm
to
8:00 pm
Transcendental Jam & Vegetarian Feast
6:00 pm
Elks Bingo
Friday, April 4
(All day)
Lewes Tulip Celebration
(All day)
Delaware Watercolor Society: Best of DWS 2025
(All day)
Into the Light: Works by Sean McCusker
(All day)
Overglazed: Painted Porcelain by Paola Bari
(All day)
Geranium sale
(All day)
Creative Canopies: A History of Trees and Artistry...
7:30 am
to
8:45 am
Rehoboth Beach Sunrise Rotary Club meeting
8:30 am
to
1:00 pm
VITA Tax-Aide Prep Help
10:00 am
to
1:00 pm
Drop-In Tech Help
10:30 am
to
11:30 am
Feelings Rock program
11:00 am
Battery 519 tour
1:00 pm
to
3:30 pm
Friday Flicks
2:00 pm
to
3:00 pm
Spring bulb tour
4:00 pm
to
7:00 pm
LHS First Fridays
4:00 pm
to
7:00 pm
Historic Lewes First Friday Community Nights
7:00 pm
Celebrate Recovery group
Saturday, April 5
(All day)
Lewes Tulip Celebration
(All day)
Delaware Watercolor Society: Best of DWS 2025
(All day)
Into the Light: Works by Sean McCusker
(All day)
Overglazed: Painted Porcelain by Paola Bari
(All day)
Geranium sale
(All day)
Creative Canopies: A History of Trees and Artistry...
8:00 am
to
4:00 pm
Delaware Boating Safety Class
8:00 am
to
10:00 am
Guided bird walk
8:00 am
to
1:00 pm
Spring craft fair
8:30 am
to
10:00 am
Writing Boot Camp
9:00 am
to
4:00 pm
Delaware Resorts Spring Home Expo
9:30 am
GriefShare group
10:00 am
to
2:00 pm
Friends of Milton Public Library Book and Gift Shop
10:00 am
to
12:00 pm
Gallery Talk: From the Juror and Judge with Marie...
10:00 am
Practice Makes Perfect event
10:00 am
to
2:00 pm
Genealogist in Residence program
10:00 am
to
2:00 pm
Genealogist in Residence Program—Historic Lewes
10:00 am
to
3:00 pm
Delaware Seaside Railroad Club Train Display
10:00 am
to
4:00 pm
Hearty & the Cause: A Historic Weekend Event
10:30 am
Boardwalk Stroll
11:00 am
Battery 519 tour
11:00 am
to
1:00 pm
Wandering Refuge Ambassador program
11:00 am
to
3:00 pm
Make a Delft Tile workshop
12:00 pm
to
7:00 pm
American Legion Wing Day
4:00 pm
to
6:00 pm
Wine, Cheese & Beer Tasting
7:00 pm
Coastal Concerts performance
7:30 pm
Fort Miles Lantern tour
Business
Ashton Spas+ Retail to host grand opening April 5
20 hours ago
The Lewes Chamber of Commerce recently hosted a ribbon cutting for Ashton Spas+ Retail at its...
DEStorage opens new facility in Milton
3 days ago
After several months of construction, DEStorage celebrated a grand opening for its new, state-of-...
Keller Williams awards 2024 top producers
3 days ago
Keller Williams Realty Delaware Beaches announced its 2024 top producers at the brokerage’s annual...
Middleford Speedway race nets $7,500 for cancer research
4 days ago
Middleford Speedway’s October Race to End Cancer raised $7,558 for the American Cancer Society....
Southern Delaware Tourism names 2025 photo contest winners
4 days ago
Southern Delaware Tourism recently announced the winners of its ninth annual Southern Delaware...
Gumbo Crawl to spice up downtown Rehoboth April 5
4 days ago
Participating restaurants are cooking up something good for the Gumbo Crawl from 12 to 4 p.m.,...
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Blogs
Local Dialect(ic)
By Elise Seyfried
1 day ago
This week I celebrate finally learning the name of something I’ve been living with forever (no, not...
Artistic Licensing
By Elise Seyfried
1 week ago
If you have ever asked yourself: “What artistic genius designed the iconic logo for Chupa Chups...
The Ticketmaster
By Elise Seyfried
2 weeks ago
Steve and I are heading up to NYC for a special performance by comedian Mike Birbiglia this Friday...
Everyone Will Be Famous for 10 Seconds
By Elise Seyfried
3 weeks ago
“Everyone will be famous for 15 minutes.” –Andy Warhol The celebrity A-list sure is a firehose...
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