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Saturday, March 14, 2026
What’s New
Great Discussions program to kick off new talks March 24
Land trust earns recognition for green conservation efforts at Hudson Park
‘Religion in Art’ series explores biblical prophets each week
Longtime Delaware nonprofit leader to step down in mid-April
Sea Bags - when sailing and golf go together
Lodge at Historic Lewes showcases residents’ artwork
Delaware Botanic Gardens kicks off eighth season March 19
Milton Arts Guild Spring Fling to open March 18
Sussex OKs rules to limit stormwater releases from building sites
Historic Lewes launches tours and spring programs April 1
The Cape Gazette captures Nantucket’s hydrangea charm
Saltwater fishing seminar set March 21 in Millsboro
State’s new dredge skews data for 2026 oyster bushel quota
News / Police
Fake spring draws students to sand
17 hours ago
Taking advantage of a burst of deceptively springlike weather, siblings Pierce and Eve Barker - a...
ACLU files lawsuit against Dewey police
18 hours ago
The ACLU of Delaware filed a lawsuit March 13 against Dewey Beach in the Superior Court of New...
Detention of undocumented immigrants discussed at Georgetown forum
By Kevin T. Conlon
20 hours ago
The growing number of undocumented immigrant arrests in Sussex County have gone largely unnoticed...
Legislators hold roundtable before returning to Dover
By Melissa Steele
22 hours ago
Local legislators teamed up March 9 for a constituent roundtable to get an idea of the local issues...
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Videos
Rehoboth hosts Handbell Musicians of America fest
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Viewpoints
The water slide
1 day ago
Cutting red tape, not corners
1 day ago
Government is often accused of moving too slowly, but recent actions by state and federal officials...
Wild Cape column is appreciated
By Carol Stephens
1 day ago
As a Cape Gazette subscriber, I appreciate the monthly Wild Cape articles by Alice Mohrman that are...
Lewes library board supports tax increase
By Lewes Public Library Board of Commissioners
1 day ago
Public libraries are the hearts of their communities. They serve people of every age, income level...
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Obituaries
Philip L. Sheridan, longtime DC resident
19 hours ago
Philip L. Sheridan, 81, a longtime resident of Washington, D.C., passed away Tuesday, March 10,...
Wafaa Ahmed Goldfield, interior architectural engineer, professor
1 day ago
Wafaa Ahmed Goldfield, 70, of Milford, was born Jan. 31, 1955, in Beirut, Lebanon. Her journey on...
Loretta Schlitter, lifelong Miltonian
1 day ago
Loretta Schlitter, 93, a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away Tuesday, March 10,...
Patricia Dickerson, retired banker
2 days ago
Patricia “Gale” Dickerson, 78, of Milton, passed away peacefully Friday, Feb. 27, 2026, at Delaware...
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Sports
Struggling 76ers
By Sumner Spence
1 day ago
The 76ers have dropped down to No. 8 in the Eastern Conference standings! Their goal should be to...
Athletes of the Week March 13
1 day ago
Landen Hill A rumbler and a rambler between the pipes, this Milford senior goalie notched more...
Moment of Zen on the playing fields of Fred Thomas Middle School
By Dave Frederick
1 day ago
Moment of Zen - “First there is a mountain, then there is no mountain, then there is.” – Donovan,...
Cape runners sweep top four at Shamrock Shuffle 5K
By Tim Bamforth
1 day ago
The Lucky Leprechaun 5K was held in Milton March 8, bringing out the second-highest field ever with...
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A & E
Rehoboth hosts Handbell Musicians of America fest
By Chris Flood
9 hours ago
Hundreds of handbell musicians gathered in Rehoboth Beach for the Handbell Musicians of America...
St. Patrick’s Day traditions are still tasty after all these years
By Denise Clemons
1 day ago
Next week, we will celebrate St. Patrick’s Day, Tuesday, March 17, but the weekend ahead of the...
Film society to hold Red Carpet Party fundraiser March 15 at CAT
1 day ago
The Rehoboth Beach Film Society will host its inaugural Red Carpet Party starting at 6 p.m., Sunday...
STEPPIN’ OUT
Goldstar Duo to perform March 13 in Lewes
1 day ago
Bring the magic of the ’90s back to life with Goldstar as they light up the stage with all your...
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Cape Life
Attorney Jane Brady to address Eastern Sussex Republicans March 16
17 hours ago
The Eastern Sussex Republican Club will meet at 6 p.m., Monday, March 16, in the Delaware State...
Rehoboth proclomation recognizes Women’s History Month
21 hours ago
In recognition of Women’s History Month, Rehoboth Beach officials presented members of the Village...
Foundation raises funds to benefit local firefighter facing health challenge
1 day ago
The Skeeter Strong Foundation held a chicken barbecue fundraiser Feb. 28 at Sussex Amvets Post 2 in...
CHEF Winter Jam a success
By Deny Howeth
1 day ago
The Cape Henlopen Educational Foundation’s signature fundraising event, Winter Jam, was held March...
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Local Buzz
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...
Signed, Sealed and Delivered
Bill Cullin
Most people assume that when a real estate deed is signed, it is effective. However, there is one...
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...
Be Well: Cape Gazette’s Guide to Upgrading Your Routine
Cape Gazette
Be Well
is Cape Gazette’s approach to healthier living — practical, local, and made for...
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St. Peter’s Episcopal Church
Follow our new Facebook page and help us reach our goal! We are working toward 100 followers on...
Top 5 Financial and Non-Financial Planning Concerns for Retirees: A Recap
George Reilly
Top 5 Financial and Non-Financial Planning Concerns for Retirees: A Recap Over the past few months...
"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...
March: A Time to Renew Your Commitment to Your Health
Core Concierge Health
As winter fades and the days grow longer, March brings a natural sense of renewal. It’s the perfect...
Taking It With You
Bill Cullin
Before you list your home for sale, take a careful look around. Are there some items you will want...
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Calendar of Events
Today
10:00 am
FMHA meeting & historical lecture
10:00 am
to
3:00 pm
Delaware Seaside Railroad Club Train Display
10:00 am
to
2:00 pm
Friends of Milton Public Library Book and Gift Shop
10:30 am
to
11:30 am
Mat Pilates for Millennials
10:30 am
to
11:30 am
Spanish storytime
11:00 am
Volunteer orientation
11:00 am
to
7:00 pm
American Legion Wing Day
11:00 am
to
3:00 pm
Battery 519 tour
12:00 pm
American Legion ribbon-cutting ceremony
12:00 pm
to
8:00 pm
St. Patty’s Day Celebration & Post’s Birthday Party
12:00 pm
SAL Lewestown chapter meeting
12:00 pm
to
2:00 pm
Resurrection garden workshop
4:30 pm
Lucky 7 Sportsmans Bash
4:30 pm
to
7:30 pm
Gaming Under the Great Dune event
8:00 pm
to
10:30 pm
Haunted Histories: Investigating the Paranormal with...
Sunday, March 15
10:00 am
to
2:00 pm
Lewes Junction railroad tours
11:00 am
Creative Movement Virtual Yoga
1:00 pm
to
1:45 pm
Peace vigil
3:00 pm
Spring concert fundraiser
Monday, March 16
9:00 am
to
1:00 pm
Free tax preparation assistance
11:00 am
to
7:00 pm
American Legion Meatball Sub Day
11:00 am
L.E.A.P. Read to the Dogs program
12:00 pm
NARFE Chapter 1992 luncheon meeting
1:00 pm
to
4:00 pm
Mah Jongg
1:30 pm
Food for Thought
3:00 pm
to
4:00 pm
Rehoboth Beach Writers’ Guild Poetry Free Write
4:00 pm
to
5:00 pm
Grab & Go Crafty Kids program
5:45 pm
to
7:15 pm
Lewes-Rehoboth Rotary Club meeting
Business
Peddler’s Village barbers find new home after roof collapse
22 hours ago
When Sarah Mangos came to work the day after the February blizzard, she was snowed under by what...
Delaware Tech earns national recognition for promoting student success
23 hours ago
Delaware Technical Community College has once again been designated a Leader College of Distinction...
Grocery Outlet outside Rehoboth remaining open
23 hours ago
Grocery Outlet, the self-proclaimed largest extreme value retailer in the nation, has announced it’...
United Way launches fund to help Delawareans offset high utility costs
2 days ago
United Way of Delaware recently announced the launch of a new round of funding for utility relief...
Longtime employee rises to vice president at Community Bank Delaware
2 days ago
Community Bank Delaware recently announced the promotion of Dave Van Pelt to the position of vice...
Everhart’s legacy honored at retirement party
2 days ago
Nearly 100 friends, family and business owners came together March 10, to celebrate the 36 years of...
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Blogs
For Rent
By Elise Seyfried
4 days ago
I spent my entire first 20-year career (I career in 20-year batches) performing in our children’s...
Scamalot!
By Elise Seyfried
1 week ago
While I certainly do miss her, I am grateful that my mom passed away in 2006, before the Internet...
I’m a Poet! And I Know It!
By Elise Seyfried
2 weeks 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
3 weeks ago
I always say I love my house’s “lived in look.” I mean, who wants to spend time in a clean and tidy...
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