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Friday, April 24, 2026
What’s New
News Briefs 4/24/26
Fans get eerily quiet when outcome is no longer in doubt
Rodriguez wins Oy Vey 5K; Beacon wins packed meet
Beebe volunteers give from the heart
Real estate has a transparency problem
Bond Bill funds needed to improve Cape Henlopen State Park water system
ICE detains two people in Dewey Beach
Food Bank garden to host plant sale May 2 in Milford
Rates to rise for Delmarva gas, electric customers
Inspector general nom a step forward
Rehoboth Beach city manager lawsuit costs keep climbing
Title IX Turmoil
Milton Little League kicks off season with opening day
News / Police
Panel proposes parking pilot in downtown Lewes
By Bill Shull
2 hours ago
Lewes Mayor and City Council has gotten its first look at a comprehensive pilot program to manage...
More changes made to Route 1 crossovers
By Nick Roth
10 hours ago
Among all the construction activities recently occurring on Route 1 between Milford and Lewes, the...
Governor signs executive order on voter security
By Melissa Steele
14 hours ago
Gov. Matt Meyer signed an executive order April 22, regarding voter security in Delaware over...
Dover man charged with felony quantity of drugs in Delaware Seashore Park
19 hours ago
A Dover man faces drug charges April 16 after police say he had a felony quantity of drugs while at...
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Viewpoints
Outlets introduced to Cape Region in 1989
2 days ago
The stretch of Route 1 between Lewes and Rehoboth Beach was once mostly farm fields. That all...
And it was all yellow
2 days ago
Spring has sprung in the Cape Region, which means pollen is in the air. And, as this picture of the...
Delaware’s construction industry needs less government, not more
By Matt Bucher
2 days ago
Senate Bill 272 is not a pro-worker measure; it is not a pro-economy measure. And it is not a pro-...
Some successes
By Jim Paterson
2 days ago
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Obituaries
Bertha M. Bennett, loved by many
14 hours ago
Bertha M. Bennett, 100, of Milford, passed away peacefully Sunday, April 19, 2026, at the Genesis...
Connie Burdette Todd, loved her family, animals
16 hours ago
Connie Burdette Todd (Naas), 75, of Lewes, passed away Friday, April 17, 2026, after a battle with...
Richard Allen Yarnall Sr., avid golfer
17 hours ago
Richard Allen Yarnall Sr. passed away Wednesday, April 15, 2026, one day before his 49th wedding...
Stephen Merrill Berry, retired school administrator
1 day ago
Stephen “Steve” Merrill Berry, 80, of Ocean View, passed away peacefully at home Friday, April 17,...
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Sports
Athletes of the Week April 24
1 hour ago
Isabel Betts A Milford senior attacker who scored 53 goals as a junior has been ringing the bell...
Lewes Little League celebrates opening day
14 hours ago
Picture-perfect weather helped usher in Lewes Little League’s 2026 season April 11, with 512...
Delaware Tech lax wins Region 19 Championship
By Dan Cook
17 hours ago
Pundits often say it’s hard to beat the same team twice in a season, but the Delaware Tech men’s...
Cape baseball shoots down Ducks 12-2
By Dan Cook
17 hours ago
The Cape baseball squad used the mercy rule to defeat the Odessa Ducks 12-2 April 21 at Chris Short...
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A & E
Capital Ringers to perform Broadway favorites May 3
13 hours ago
The Capital Ringers’ Curtain Call: Broadway Hits on Bronze concert is set for 4 p.m., Sunday, May 3...
STEPPIN’ OUT
David Wilcox to perform April 24 in Lewes
16 hours ago
Don’t miss the talented David Wilcox at 7 p.m., Friday, April 24, at The Listening Booth in Lewes....
British invasion returns to Lewes with classic vehicle show May 2
17 hours ago
The Lewes British Motorcar Show, The British are Coming...Again! will welcome a wide array of...
Painting sale proceeds to benefit Milton music and wind fest
1 day ago
The fourth annual New Music & Wind Fest is planned for Saturday, May 31. As he’s done...
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Cape Life
April showers brings need for more volunteer hours
By Maya Yngve
21 hours ago
Not only does the month of April bring May flowers, it also marks National Volunteer Appreciation...
‘Extraordinary Caterpillar’ documentary screening set May 1
23 hours ago
Ahead of its native plant sale, Epworth United Methodist will host a screening of “The...
Sussex Family YMCA hosts Healthy Kids Day
By Dan Cook
1 day ago
The YMCA of Delaware hosted its annual Healthy Kids Day April 18 at the Sussex Family YMCA in...
VIA plants pinwheel gardens in Rehoboth Beach
1 day ago
In observance of National Child Abuse Prevention Month during April, Village Improvement...
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Local Buzz
Skip the Crowds: Win a Front-Row Sea Witch® VIP Experience
Sea Witch VIP
Imagine arriving at the Sea Witch® parade with your seats waiting, food ready and the best view in...
Understanding The Contract
Bill Cullin
When you are selling a home, the most important part of the transaction occurs after you have found...
Why Trauma Can Freeze the Body In The Past and How to Fix it
DE Life's A Beach Counseling
Many therapists encounter a confusing moment in their work. A client may be sitting safely in a...
Cosmetic Changes
Bill Cullin
When a home goes on the market, it should look great. Often there are improvements that must be...
She Never Looked Down: Mom Stressing Misses Moment WIth Child on the Beach
DE Life's A Beach Counseling
The moment that changes a relationship rarely looks like one. It’s usually something small.Easy to...
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...
SOLD! UNIT 613 @ THE HENLOPEN. Rehoboth’s Premier Oceanfront Building,
Mike Kogler Team
Just Listed at The Henlopen by The Mike Kogler Team A coastal sanctuary in Rehoboth's Premier...
240354 Bunting Circle, Harbeson
The Luxe Property Group – Iron Valley Real Estate at the Beach
Rental! View Listing Great Walden neighborhood in the Cape Henlopen District built by Shell...
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...
23712 Herring Reach Ct, Lewes
The Luxe Property Group – Iron Valley Real Estate at the Beach
View Listing Welcome to 23712 Herring Reach Ct. in the desirable Bay Pointe community. This well-...
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Calendar of Events
Today
7:30 am
to
8:45 am
Rehoboth Beach Sunrise Rotary Club meeting
9:00 am
to
4:00 pm
Delaware Botanic Gardens open
10:30 am
to
12:00 pm
French movie club
11:00 am
to
3:00 pm
Battery 519 tour
11:00 am
to
11:45 am
Lewes History Highlights Walking Tour
11:00 am
to
1:00 pm
Earth Day sneaker recycling program
11:00 am
to
11:45 am
Lewes History Highlights walking tour
2:00 pm
to
3:00 pm
Revolutionary Lewes walking tour
3:00 pm
to
5:00 pm
Beach Reads used book sale
6:00 pm
to
8:00 pm
Shanty Night
6:00 pm
to
8:00 pm
Shanty Night at Historic Lewes
7:00 pm
Celebrate Recovery group
Saturday, April 25
8:00 am
LIB tulip dig
8:00 am
to
4:00 pm
Delaware Boating Safety Class
9:00 am
to
4:00 pm
Delaware Botanic Gardens open
9:00 am
to
4:00 pm
Delmarva Archaeology & History Symposium
9:00 am
Race for Open Space 5K & walk
10:00 am
to
2:00 pm
Beach Reads used book sale
10:00 am
to
12:00 pm
Family Promise of Southern Delaware community brunch
10:00 am
to
4:00 pm
Delaware Defense Day event
10:00 am
to
12:00 pm
Lewes Chess Club meeting
10:00 am
to
3:00 pm
Delaware Seaside Railroad Club Train Display
10:00 am
to
2:00 pm
Monthly Food Distribution
10:00 am
to
2:00 pm
Friends of Milton Public Library Book and Gift Shop
11:00 am
to
3:00 pm
Battery 519 tour
11:00 am
to
11:45 am
Lewes History Highlights Walking Tour
11:00 am
to
1:00 pm
Earth Day sneaker recycling program
11:00 am
to
7:00 pm
American Legion Wing Day
11:00 am
to
1:00 pm
Dungeons & Dragons program
11:00 am
to
11:45 am
Lewes History Highlights walking tour
1:00 pm
to
2:00 pm
What About Those Binoculars program
Sunday, April 26
9:00 am
to
4:00 pm
Delaware Botanic Gardens open
11:00 am
Creative Movement Virtual Yoga
1:00 pm
to
1:45 pm
Silent vigil for peace
3:30 pm
to
5:30 pm
“Becoming Thurgood: America's Social Architect” film...
4:00 pm
Capital Ringers spring concert
6:00 pm
to
7:30 pm
Lewes Legends Evening Walking Tour
6:00 pm
to
7:30 pm
Lewes Legends walking tour
Business
Mariner Middle hosts successful career fair for eighth-graders
15 hours ago
Mariner Middle School recently hosted its third annual eighth-grade career fair, highlighting its...
Outdoor dining coming to Indigo after Rehoboth approval
17 hours ago
Rehoboth Beach commissioners approved a supplemental permit of compliance for outdoor dining on...
Rehoboth approves JAM Bistro’s move into Coho’s Market
17 hours ago
Rehoboth Beach officials approved a permit of compliance and a supplemental permit of compliance...
Bloom Holistic Spa brings full-service wellness to Lewes
18 hours ago
Bloom Holistic Spa officially opened April 14 on Second Street in Lewes. The spa provides a range...
Entrepreneurs visit Lewes Elementary Girls with Pearls students
1 day ago
Students in Lewes Elementary School’s Girls with Pearls program recently had the opportunity to...
Couple fills growing need for medical transport
1 day ago
Javier Ruiz and his wife Elizabeth Niehaus are new Delaware residents who are jumping right in to...
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Blogs
Registering a Complaint
By Elise Seyfried
2 days ago
Suleika Jaouad is a wonderful author and artist, who has a terrific Substack,
The Isolation...
Why I Can’t Just Relax
By Elise Seyfried
1 week ago
Right down there with the ever-flattering comment “You’d be prettier if you smiled” (to which I...
Easter Tuesday
By Elise Seyfried
2 weeks ago
Not that I am an amazing, or even adequate, housekeeper, but I do sometimes think of Lent as a time...
A Few of My Brilliant Things
By Elise Seyfried
3 weeks ago
It happens often. You hear the glad tidings: “Coming Soon!
2 Fast 2B Furious 15
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Beautifully Appointed 3BR Home in Woodridge, Milton!
Milton
539,900.00
Beautifully Appointed Home in Woodridge! 🍍🌊 // LIST PRICE: $539,900 📍 29570 Ashland Drive,...
Jack Lingo, REALTOR®
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Why Settle for Less? This Beautiful Lewes Home Offers Space, Comfort & Coastal Convenience!
Scott Wagner, Keller Williams Realty
Stunning “Bay Crossing” End-Unit Villa - East of Route 1, Lewes.
Mike Kogler Team
Look at this One! 24034 Bunting Circle, Harbeson
The Luxe Property Group – Iron Valley Real Estate at the Beach
Spacious & Stylish Lewes Ranch — Perfect Blend of Comfort, Updates & Everyday Ease!
Scott Wagner, Keller Williams Realty
JUST LISTED: 2nd St., DOWNTOWN LEWES $2,395,000. The Perfect Blend of Comfort, Convenience, and Coastal Lifestyle.
Mike Kogler Team
Amazing Neighborhood - 23687 Herring Reach Ct
The Luxe Property Group – Iron Valley Real Estate at the Beach
PRICE REDUCED~126 N MAIN STREET-BRIDGEVILLE
Coldwell Banker Premier - Delaware
OPEN HOUSE! Rare 4BR 3.5BA Park Shore Condo | 29805 Striper Harbor
Debbie Reed Team, REMAX Realty
Free Coastal Delaware Buyers Guide
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SOLD!! SAWGRASS. Relaxed, Refined, Rehoboth. Stunning Sawgrass Community.
Mike Kogler Team
Welcome to premier 55+ living in Independence! 24006 Benjamin Harrison Cir, Millsboro
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221 Nicklaus Ln, Magnolia | Your Next Chapter Starts Here – Comfort, Style & Community Await!
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Rentals
In the Market
5th Annual Rally for Our First Responders is NOW OPEN for Bidding!
Rally For Our First Responders
Historic Lewes—Hearty in the Cause
Lewes Historical Society
Cruise In to the Cruze-In
CHEER, Inc.
APRIL 25TH PLANTATIONS TWILIGHT 5K AND 1 MILE WALK
Rally For Our First Responders
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CHEER, Inc.
Why Does Insight Fade So Fast?
DE Life's A Beach Counseling
Lewes History Highlights Walking Tour
Lewes Historical Society
Finding their Voices: The History & Legacy of the African American Community in Lewes
Lewes Historical Society
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Premier Listings
Lovely Home in the Highly Sought-after Breakwater...
Lewes
807,000.00
Welcome to the highly sought-after Breakwater community, ideally located east of Coastal Highway...
Long & Foster Real Estate
Overlooking the Clubhouse Green in Senators!
Lewes
949,990.00
Welcome to this exceptionally maintained home located on a premium lot overlooking the clubhouse...
Long & Foster Real Estate
Peaceful Eagles Landing Getaway | 3BR 2.5BA | 310...
Rehoboth Beach
569,500.00
310 Blue Heron Drive #3102 | Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971 Peaceful Eagles Landing Getaway! This...
Debbie Reed Team, REMAX Realty
Chappell Farm
Milton
6,500,000.00
30511 Cave Neck Road Milton DE 19968 – Chappell Farm now available - rare opportunity for approved...
The Carrie Lingo Team
Timeless Coastal Character in South Rehoboth
Rehoboth Beach
2,699,000.00
Nestled on one of South Rehoboth’s most charming and sought-after streets, 223 Rodney Street is a...
Bryce Lingo & Shaun Tull Team
23792 Samuel Adams Cir, Independence 55+ in Millsboro
Millsboro
699,000.00
Beautiful stately home with stone front. Unique premium corner lot backing to stunning wooded views...
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30200 Kent Road, Dagsboro DE 19939
Dagsboro
485,000.00
Welcome to your boats new home! Looking for a home with a private boat dock just minutes to fishing...
Active Adults Realty®
Open House at 28670 Hawthorne Trl - Single Level...
Milton
420,000.00
Join us for an open house on Saturday, April 25th from 11 am to 2 pm and check out this amazing...
Open House:
Sat, 04/25/2026 -
11:00am
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2:00pm
The Julie Gritton Team
19 Mayfair Lane, Lewes DE 19958
Lewes
194,000.00
Welcome home to this beautifully maintained, move-in-ready gem where you won’t need to change a...
Open House:
Sat, 04/25/2026 -
11:00am
to
1:00pm
Active Adults Realty®
Open House 4/18 ~ 16511 Greenspring Ave, Lewes, DE...
Lewes
555,000.00
Nestled in the prestigious Villages at Red Mill Pond, this exquisite ranch-style home embodies the...
Active Adults Realty®
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Rates to rise for Delmarva gas, electric customers
Melissa Steele
33 minutes ago
Delmarva Power and Light customers can expect higher electric and gas bills come June after...
