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Polar Bear Plunge, 5K canceled
Thursday, February 26, 2026
What’s New
Polar Bear Plunge, 5K canceled
Unified Basketball reception celebrates inclusion and teamwork
Louis Henry Jones, veteran, devout Christian
She Who Shines exhibit to open at Peninsula Gallery March 7
Sussex Habitat team meets with federal legislators
Vehicle burns on Cordrey Road
Angola-area home damaged by fallen tree
Fallen tree damages Angola-area home
DNREC to close the Point March 1
Gather Bakery opens Rehoboth Avenue storefront
From a galaxy far, far away
Robin & the Hoods to perform Feb. 27 in Rehoboth Beach
Downed trees slow blizzard cleanup
News / Police
Sussex council approves state police vehicle training course plan
By Kevin T. Conlon
1 day ago
Sussex County Council approved a conditional use Feb. 10, allowing Delaware State Police to build...
State of Emergency ends
1 day ago
Gov. Matthew Meyer has terminated the Delaware State of Emergency enacted in response to Sunday’s...
Lewes recovers from blizzard
By Bill Shull
1 day ago
The Chandler and Levin families found one of the only sledding hills in the City of Lewes to have...
Rehoboth responders handle more than 50 calls during recent storm
1 day ago
The Rehoboth Beach Volunteer Fire Company responded to over 50 fire and EMS calls during the recent...
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Videos
Downed trees slow blizzard cleanup
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Viewpoints
Chicken Ed was a Dewey Beach giant
1 day ago
For four decades, most of Dewey Beach’s existence, Ed Riggin was part of the fabric of the town. ...
Bunting respected all constituents
By Joyce O'Neal
2 days ago
On behalf of the Delaware Manufactured Homeowners Association, we extend our deepest condolences on...
Snow blindness
By Jim Paterson
2 days ago
Work zone status should be factor for tickets
By Oliver Shaw
2 days ago
I appreciate the attention Cape Gazette and many local residents have given to the speed camera on...
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Obituaries
Alice Ann Hill, Hollywood socialite governess
19 hours ago
Alice Ann Hill of Lewes died peacefully Tuesday, Dec. 9, 2025. Known as “Nanny Ali” from her...
H. Edwin Riggin Sr., owned Ed’s Chicken & Crabs
23 hours ago
H. Edwin "Ed" Riggin Sr., 92, of Rehoboth Beach, passed away Friday, Feb. 20, 2026. Ed leaves his...
Louise Elizabeth Workman, led extraordinary life
23 hours ago
Louise Elizabeth Workman graced our world with her presence Sept. 7, 1916, in Salisbury, Md. Raised...
James Robert DiGuglielmo, devoted family man
23 hours ago
James “Jimmy” Robert DiGuglielmo, born Feb. 16, 1959, was a family man – a family man who didn’t...
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Sports
Mariner hosts Middle School Unified Basketball Tournament
19 hours ago
Mariner Middle School hosted the unified basketball tournament for Cape district middle school...
Two days behind the camera, yet I often miss the money shot
By Dave Frederick
2 days ago
What’s going on - Wrestling is the most intense sport; the dual meets are like indoor football...
Delmarva Christian crowned ESIAC champions for second consecutive year
By Aaron R. Mushrush
3 days ago
Playing to a packed house, the Delmarva Christian boys’ basketball team defended its ESIAC...
Cape wrestling wins Henlopen Conference tournament
By Dave Frederick
3 days ago
A two-day wrestling tournament is a wellness clinic of constant motion with performances and...
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A & E
Delaware State Employee Art Exhibition continues at DSU
11 hours ago
The Delaware Division of the Arts is hosting the 15th annual Delaware State Employee Art Exhibition...
Milton Arts Guild talk to spotlight iconography March 3
17 hours ago
Milton Arts Guild will present a talk titled “Iconography: The Art Behind the Image,” at 6 p.m.,...
Dogfish hosts ‘Survivor’ challenge
By Ryan Mavity
1 day ago
Prior to the 50th season premiere of CBS’s “Survivor” Feb. 25, fans of the show in the Cape Region...
Beautiful Broadkill
2 days ago
Gail Ryan of Millsboro submitted this lovely view of the Broadkill River in Milton, looking west...
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Cape Life
Milton kindergarteners showcase zoology learning
1 hour ago
Milton Elementary School kindergarten students held a Zoology Publishing Party Jan. 23, showcasing...
A special Amsterdam journey shared with the Gazette
18 hours ago
Mary Johnston of Rehoboth Beach recently joined her godmother, Marijke van Buchem, on a heartfelt...
Forensic science study enhances H.O.B. language arts unit
21 hours ago
As part of their English Language Arts mystery genre unit, fourth-grade students at H.O....
Lewes playground remembered at Black history event
By Bill Shull
22 hours ago
The parcel was only 9-acres square, but it was the whole world to generations of African American...
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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...
Real Estate Tip: A Successful Closing
Bill Cullin
Please enjoy the real estate tip included below. If you have any questions about this tip - or any...
"Stuff," Money, and Music
George Reilly
"Stuff," Money, and Music I think it is safe to say that for anyone who has spent time cleaning...
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...
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...
Celebrate Every Season With a Home Built by K. Hovnanian
Active Adults Realty®
Last week we wrote about D.R. Horton in our series spotlighting various homebuilders who are...
Cape Gazette’s Go-To-Guide for Spring and Summer Festivals
Cape Gazette
Spring and summer are when the Cape Region truly comes alive. From weekend festivals to can’t-miss...
Another Unit SOLD @ The Henlopen, Unit 407!! Mike Kogler Team: #1 Sales Team @ The Henlopen. Rehoboth’s Premier Oceanfront Building. Visit: www.HenlopenRB.com or Call: (302)236-7648
Mike Kogler Team
JUST SOLD by The Mike Kogler Team: 527 N Boardwalk, Unit #407, Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971 A coastal...
Cape Gazette’s guide to saying ‘I Do’ in the Cape Region
Cape Gazette
Weddings is how Cape Gazette shows up for couples planning one of life’s most meaningful moments —...
OPEN HOUSE | Peaceful Eagles Landing Getaway | 3BR 2.5BA | 310 Blue Heron Drive #3102
Debbie Reed Team, REMAX Realty
OPEN HOUSE: SATURDAY, 2/28 | 12 PM - 2 PM 310 Blue Heron Drive #3102 | Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971 |...
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Calendar of Events
Today
(All day)
Easter egg preorder sale
(All day)
Pansie planters preorder sale
8:30 am
Boardwalk Stroll
9:00 am
to
1:00 pm
Free tax preparation assistance
11:00 am
to
7:00 pm
American Legion Build a Burger Day
11:00 am
to
12:30 pm
Socrates Café
1:30 pm
to
3:30 pm
Open art for adults
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
American Girl club
5:00 pm
to
6:00 pm
The Harlem Renaissance program
6:00 pm
Elks Bingo
6:00 pm
to
8:00 pm
Transcendental Jam & Vegetarian Feast
Friday, February 27
(All day)
Easter egg preorder sale
(All day)
Pansie planters preorder sale
7:30 am
to
8:45 am
Rehoboth Beach Sunrise Rotary Club meeting
9:00 am
to
1:00 pm
Free tax preparation assistance
10:30 am
to
11:00 am
Baby & Me story time
10:30 am
to
12:00 pm
French movie club
5:00 pm
LHS “Bear Me Into Freedom” Screening Event
5:00 pm
LHS film screening
7:00 pm
Celebrate Recovery group
Saturday, February 28
(All day)
Easter egg preorder sale
(All day)
Pansie planters preorder sale
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
10:30 am
LHS film screening
11:00 am
to
7:00 pm
American Legion Wing Day
12:00 pm
to
2:00 pm
CANCELED Anime club
4:00 pm
to
7:00 pm
Beach bingo fundraiser
5:00 pm
LHS “Bear Me Into Freedom” Screening Event
6:00 pm
to
7:30 pm
The Writer's Room and the Troupe performance
Business
Labor secretary to address Women in Construction Summit March 3
15 hours ago
Associated Builders and Contractors Delaware Chapter will host its annual Women in Construction...
U.S. Rep McBride hosts agriculture summit in Harrington
23 hours ago
Congresswoman Sarah McBride, D-Del., hosted an inaugural agriculture summit Feb. 19 in Harrington...
Locals celebrate Delaware Lottery wins
3 days ago
Two local residents recently scored big wins with the Delaware Lottery. A 36-year-old woman from...
New reporting rules to impact some property sales
4 days ago
Changes to the way some real estate sales are reported are set to go into effect Saturday, March 1...
Ferry plans rate changes this spring
4 days ago
Anyone planning a trip across Delaware Bay aboard the Cape May-Lewes Ferry should plan to book in...
Lewes farmers market program receives $10,000 grant
5 days ago
The Historic Lewes Farmers Market has been awarded a $10,000 grant from the Acme Markets Foundation...
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Blogs
I’m a Poet! And I Know It!
By Elise Seyfried
2 days ago
I’ve been reading tons of poetry lately, most of it pretty good. While I wrote a library-load of...
Good Housekeeping
By Elise Seyfried
1 week ago
I always say I love my house’s “lived in look.” I mean, who wants to spend time in a clean and tidy...
My Personality in Six TV Commercials
By Elise Seyfried
2 weeks ago
There’s a terrific book of essays by Kathleen Norris and Gareth Higgins. It’s called
A Whole...
All Checked Out
By Elise Seyfried
3 weeks ago
I am really embarrassed to admit something, so I will do what I always do when this happens. I...
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Haunted Histories: Investigating the Paranormal with Historic Lewes
Lewes Historical Society
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Travel Show
CHEER, Inc.
Philadelphia Flower Show
CHEER, Inc.
Free Social Security Course Online!
Dan White & Associates
Bayhealth and Delaware State University Athletics Strengthen Partnership
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Craft Fair
CHEER, Inc.
Palliative Care Physician Joins Bayhealth
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Real Estate Marketplace
Traditional Meets Coastal in Downtown Rehoboth!
Bill Cullin
PRICE REDUCED~17 S SHORE DRIVE-SOUTH SHORES-LINCOLN
Coldwell Banker Premier - Delaware
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24006 Benjamin Harrison Cir, Millsboro | Welcome to premier 55+ living in Independence!
Active Adults Realty®
JUST SOLD! The Perfect Blend of Comfort, Convenience, and Coastal Lifestyle. End-Unit Townhome With A Two-Car Garage.
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Welcome to Coastal Living in Back Bay Cove at 1910 N Bay Shore Dr!
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25098 Tanager Ln | Millsboro, DE | Upgraded Coastal Living in Peninsula Lakes
The Oldfather Group | Compass Real Estate Agents
Beautiful 3 BR, 2 BA Ranch Home with Large Detached Garage in Rehoboth Beach!
Bill Cullin
OPEN HOUSE | Peaceful Eagles Landing Getaway | 3BR 2.5BA | 310 Blue Heron Drive #3102
Debbie Reed Team, REMAX Realty
JUST SOLD! Charles Court - 140 Tobin Drive, Milton, DE 19968
Mike Kogler Team
221 Nicklaus Ln, Magnolia | Your Next Chapter Starts Here – Comfort, Style & Community Await!
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UNDER CONTRACT! 5.38-Acre parcel Zoned CR-1 Commercial on Route 24
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Truly Exceptional Home in Bayfront at Rehoboth
Lewes
995,000.00
An exceptional opportunity awaits in one of the Lewes/Rehoboth area’s most coveted bayfront...
Bryce Lingo & Shaun Tull Team
Where Opportunity Meets Charm! 3BR Home in Rehoboth...
Rehoboth Beach
995,000.00
Where Opportunity Meets Charm! 🍍🌊 // LIST PRICE: $995,000 📍 37445 Basin Street, Rehoboth Beach,...
Jack Lingo, REALTOR®
4BR Single-Family Home in Creek Haven, Selbyville!
Selbyville
405,000.00
Single-Family Home in Creek Haven! 🏞️ List Price: $405,000 📍 30155 Creekview Circle, Selbyville...
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Beautiful Classic Home where Traditional meets...
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Back on the Market after a Kitchen Upgrade, a beautiful classic home where traditional meets...
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Deal of the Week | Updated 3-Bed Home with Assumable...
Felton
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409,900.00
Your Next Chapter Starts Here – Comfort, Style & Community Await! Built in 2020 and better than...
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Redefined 5BR Coastal Home in Tidewater Landing, Lewes!
Lewes
990,000.00
Refined Coastal Home in Tidewater Landing! 🍍🌊 // LIST PRICE: $990,000 📍 34326 Amelias Landing,...
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715,000.00
Beautiful stately home with stone front. Unique premium corner lot backing to stunning wooded views...
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19 Mayfair Lane, Lewes DE 19958
Lewes
199,000.00
Welcome home to this beautifully maintained, move-in-ready gem where you won’t need to change a...
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Polar Bear Plunge, 5K canceled
Chris Flood
1 hour ago
For the second time in a little over a month, weather-related issues have forced the cancelation of...