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Tuesday, April 28, 2026
What’s New
Clear Space Theatre to introduce spring repertory shows May 1 and 4
News Briefs 4/28/26
The troubling path of SB 272
Land-use reforms won’t solve traffic problems
Support for Meyer’s inspector general choice
Rehoboth excess spending is remarkable
Lewes should consider parking garage
Elks Lodge donates to youth golf organization
Cape tennis sneaks by Indian River 3-2
Dewey clarifies restrictions on swimming pools, pool fences
Cape girls’ tennis grounds Eagles 4-1
Arden MacPhee turns the world on with her smile
Everywhere a sign...
News / Police
Rehoboth OKs second hotel plan change
By Chris Flood
14 minutes ago
The developers of the One Rehoboth Hotel project received a second amendment to its site plan...
Lewes couple fights demo decision
By Bill Shull
14 minutes ago
“Sorry neighbors. We tried.” That is the message from Cait Clarke and Neil Shister to their friends...
Judge orders Department of Labor to release wage reports
By Melissa Steele
20 hours ago
A federal judge has ordered the Delaware Department of Labor to hand over employee information from...
Police investigating Lewes fatal crash
21 hours ago
Delaware State Police are investigating a fatal single-car crash that occurred overnight April 26...
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Viewpoints
Goldfinch takes center stage
1 day ago
It’s that time when the bird populations put on their finest colors. Few in our area are as bright...
Inspector general nom a step forward
4 days ago
For years, Delaware citizens have called for the creation of an Office of Inspector General. In...
Title IX Turmoil
By Jim Paterson
4 days ago
Beebe volunteers give from the heart
By Ashley Foster
4 days ago
In a community-based, nonprofit healthcare system like Beebe, our greatest strength has always been...
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online polls
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Obituaries
Carolyn W.C. Fogerty, beloved wife, mother
12 hours ago
Carolyn W.C. Fogerty, 97, formerly of Berwyn, Pa., and Lewes, passed away Wednesday, Nov. 12, 2025...
Robin Lynn Yarnall, cherished her family
19 hours ago
Robin Lynn Yarnall, 52, of Delaware, passed away Saturday, April 18, 2026. Born Dec. 19, 1973, in...
Matias Baker, man of faith
20 hours ago
Matias “Matthew Todd” Baker, 48, died Thursday, April 23, 2026, after a long battle with cancer,...
Susan Marie Short, lifelong artist, devout Catholic
3 days ago
Susan Marie Short (Waters) died peacefully at home in Lewes Thursday, April 16, 2026, after a...
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Sports
Race for Open Space 5K in Lewes benefits Fourth Street Preserve
By Dave Frederick
16 hours ago
The third annual Race for Open Space 5K and 1-Mile Walk for the Lewes Fourth Street Preserve...
Cape baseball mercy rules Laurel 15-5 on Selders homer
By Dan Cook
16 hours ago
Cape senior Max Selders delivered a three-run home run in the bottom of the fifth inning to propel...
Cape softball falls to the Indians, tames Lions
By Dan Cook
16 hours ago
The Cape softball team was in the game, but fell to 3-6 with a 3-0 loss to Indian River April 23 at...
Cape boys’ lax bounces back for two wins in 24 hours
By Dan Cook
18 hours ago
After a 10-9 loss to Broadneck April 22, the Cape boys’ lacrosse team bounced back in a big way,...
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A & E
Hummingbird in Hover
11 hours ago
A hummingbird hovers midair to sip nectar from a blooming bush at The Peninsula, captured by...
Freeman Arts Pavilion adds more shows to 2026 season
21 hours ago
Freeman Arts Pavilion, a program of the Joshua M. Freeman Foundation, has announced four additional...
Rehoboth Beach Arts Festival set for May 16 at Grove Park
1 day ago
The Rehoboth Art League will bring its sixth annual Rehoboth Beach Arts Festival to Grove Park from...
Local artist featured in Eastern Shore gallery thru May 29
2 days ago
Long Neck artist Jack Knight announced an exhibit of his work will be on display through Friday,...
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Cape Life
Author talk to explore WWII Japanese internment April 29
13 hours ago
The Lewes Public Library, Seaside Jewish Community, History Book Festival and Browseabout books...
Sussex Academy inducts Computer Science Honor Society members
13 hours ago
Sussex Academy inducted six new members of its Computer Science Honor Society in an intimate...
Bayhealth leaders share vision to expand access in Sussex County
15 hours ago
Bayhealth leaders recently connected with community and regional stakeholders to share updates on...
Local doctor to present info on scalar energy May 3 in Lewes
17 hours ago
Doug Leonard, DO, of Find Your Health LLC will present a lecture titled “What is Scalar Energy” at...
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Local Buzz
CHEER Wants You
CHEER, Inc.
CENTER SUPPORT MANAGER - FULL TIME The Center Support Manager’s primary role is to act as a...
Show Your Support for Cape Henlopen’s Class of 2026
Cape Gazette
It’s a milestone moment for Cape Henlopen’s Class of 2026 that brings the community together to...
Houses and Pets
Bill Cullin
Many real estate agents are animal lovers and have pets of our own, but we have all shared stories...
Professional Appraisals
Bill Cullin
Before a mortgage application is approved, the lender will order a professional appraisal of the...
FOR SALE: Newly Built 5-BR Grand Estate on 5-Acres in Deere Pines, Georgetown!
Jack Lingo, REALTOR®
Newly Built Grand Estate on 5-Acres in Deere Pines! 🍍 // LIST PRICE: $1,590,000📍 20157 W. Piney...
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...
FOR SALE: Shovel-Ready .5-Acre Property in Henlopen Acres, Rehoboth Beach!
Jack Lingo, REALTOR®
Shovel-Ready .5-Acre Property in Henlopen Acres! 🍍 // LIST PRICE: $3,500,000📍 94 Tidewaters Road...
4 Essential Steps to Buying a Home
Bill Cullin
By Kara Masterson
Buying a new home can be a complicated undertaking, especially for...
The Different “Flavors” of Retirement Money–And the Cost of Choosing the Wrong Flavor!
George Reilly
Money is money, right? Actually that is not right, particularly for folks in retirement who may...
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...
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Calendar of Events
Today
8:30 am
Boardwalk Stroll
9:15 am
to
11:00 am
TOPS weight loss program
10:00 am
to
12:00 pm
Senior health fair
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
Delaware Money School program
2:00 pm
to
3:30 pm
Adult Coloring group
3:00 pm
to
5:00 pm
After-school study session
4:00 pm
to
5:00 pm
Finding their Voices: The History & Legacy of the...
4:00 pm
to
5:00 pm
Finding Their Voices walking tour
5:00 pm
to
6:00 pm
Conversation with Nelson Pressley
6:00 pm
Roots & Wings gathering
6:00 pm
to
8:00 pm
SDARJ book & film discussion group
6:30 pm
to
7:30 pm
Pints & Pages Book Club for Millennials
7:00 pm
to
9:00 pm
Dancing Argentine Tango
Wednesday, April 29
8:30 am
to
10:00 am
Beginner bird walk
10:00 am
Writers' critique group
10:30 am
Constituent conversation
10:30 am
to
11:30 am
Baby & Toddler Story Time
11:00 am
to
11:45 am
Lewes History Highlights Walking Tour
11:00 am
to
11:45 am
Lewes History Highlights walking tour
11:00 am
to
1:00 pm
Soup Social
5:00 pm
to
7:00 pm
Delaware Seaside Railroad Club Train Display
6:00 pm
to
7:30 pm
Lewes Legends Evening Walking Tour
6:00 pm
to
7:30 pm
Lewes Legends walking tour
6:00 pm
to
8:00 pm
Free Write
7:00 pm
to
8:00 pm
Conversation with Tracy Slater
Thursday, April 30
8:30 am
Boardwalk Stroll
8:30 am
to
3:30 pm
Women’s forum
9:00 am
to
4:00 pm
Delaware Botanic Gardens open
11:00 am
to
12:30 pm
Socrates Café
11:00 am
to
11:45 am
Lewes History Highlights Walking Tour
11:00 am
to
11:45 am
Lewes History Highlights walking tour
11:00 am
to
7:00 pm
American Legion Build a Burger Day
11:00 am
to
3:00 pm
Friends of Milton Public Library Book and Gift Shop
1:30 pm
to
3:30 pm
Cancer Support Group
1:30 pm
to
3:30 pm
Open art for adults
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
Singers+Songwriters presentation
6:00 pm
to
8:00 pm
Transcendental Jam & Vegetarian Feast
6:00 pm
Elks Bingo
Business
Hertrich Toyota of Milford receives 2026 President’s Award
11 hours ago
Hertrich Toyota of Milford recently announced it has been awarded the prestigious 2026 Toyota...
Milton chamber donates to Lions Club
1 day ago
Milton Chamber of Commerce representatives recently presented a $500 donation to the Milton Lions...
Ladies in Leadership meet in strength competition for a cause
2 days ago
A group of 24 women from local businesses recently gathered at Rehoboth Beach Barbell Club for the...
Lewes recognizes farmers market
2 days ago
The City of Lewes has proclaimed Saturday, May 2, as Historic Lewes Farmers Market Day, the day the...
Cape DECA students advance to international competition
2 days ago
Cape Henlopen High School’s Distributive Education Clubs of America is celebrating an impressive...
Delaware Opportunity Zone 2.0 nominations due May 15
3 days ago
The Delaware Division of Small Business has been working closely with the Office of State Planning...
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Blogs
Registering a Complaint
By Elise Seyfried
6 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
3 weeks ago
Not that I am an amazing, or even adequate, housekeeper, but I do sometimes think of Lent as a time...
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LEWES WEATHER
Premier Listing
Just Listed - Fountain Views in Breakwater!
Lewes
825,000.00
Welcome to effortless coastal living in the highly sought-after Breakwater community. This...
Long & Foster Real Estate
In the Market
Shanty Night at Historic Lewes
Lewes Historical Society
Hypno Yoga - private wellness experience
Hiatus 24
Lewes History Highlights Walking Tour
Lewes Historical Society
PTSD, Veterans and Trump’s Executive Order for Psychedelics
DE Life's A Beach Counseling
Historic Lewes—Hearty in the Cause
Lewes Historical Society
CHEER Academy
CHEER, Inc.
Why Does Insight Fade So Fast?
DE Life's A Beach Counseling
Core Questions: How Does Pollen Affect the Body and Trigger Allergies?
Core Concierge Health
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Real Estate Marketplace
“South Rehoboth” SOLD: Sold Price: $4,961,250. Listed & Sold By Mike Kogler Team
Mike Kogler Team
“SOLD” In 9 DAYS!! Dewey Bayside: Mike Kogler Team, Long & Foster, Rehoboth
Mike Kogler Team
PRICE REDUCED~17 S SHORE DRIVE-SOUTH SHORES-LINCOLN
Coldwell Banker Premier - Delaware
Price Improvement! Luxury Renovated Condo in Grande at Canal Pointe — Weekly Rentals & Coastal Convenience!
Scott Wagner, Keller Williams Realty
Just Sold: Coastal Living & Pond Views in Summerlyn
Scott Wagner, Keller Williams Realty
PRICE REDUCED~126 N MAIN STREET-BRIDGEVILLE
Coldwell Banker Premier - Delaware
3 BR, 2 BA One Level Living Just Minutes to the Beach!
Bill Cullin
221 Nicklaus Ln, Magnolia | Your Next Chapter Starts Here – Comfort, Style & Community Await!
Active Adults Realty®
18573 EMERSON WAY~HAWTHORNE~GEORGETOWN
Coldwell Banker Premier - Delaware
SOLD In 7 DAYS!! “Henlopen Landing” LEWES
Mike Kogler Team
28881 Harmons Hill Rd | Millsboro, DE | Rare Dual-Dwelling Opportunity with Endless Potential
The Oldfather Group | Compass Real Estate Agents
Beautiful 3 BR, 2 BA Ranch Home with Large Detached Garage in Rehoboth Beach!
Bill Cullin
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Rentals
Premier Listings
COASTAL CHARM MEETS QUIET CONVENIENCE: YOUR PRISTINE...
Millsboro
119,000.00
Coming Soon! Open House 4/25; 10AM - 12PM Positioned in a desirable waterfront, leased-land...
The Real McCoy Group
New Listing in Lewes Crest - Move-in Ready!
Lewes
539,900.00
Ideally situated near the Lewes-Georgetown Trail, this property offers easy access for walking and...
Long & Foster Real Estate
Price Slashed!
Lewes
495,000.00
Fantastic water views of Love Creek and the Rehoboth Bay from this first-floor corner unit. Take...
Coldwell Banker Premier - Delaware
Exceptional Custom-Built Residence in Canal Corkran
Rehoboth Beach
2,599,000.00
This exceptional custom-built residence offers a refined blend of luxury, privacy, and coastal...
Bryce Lingo & Shaun Tull Team
Beautiful New Listing in Wolfe Pointe!
Lewes
1,220,000.00
Approach this stunning home via a long driveway to a double-side entrance garage with parking for...
Long & Foster Real Estate
Build New in The Pines! | 4BR 3.5BA | 40 Park Avenue...
Rehoboth Beach
3,046,093.00
Wonderful opportunity to own a brand new home in The Pines, offered as a lot-home package in...
Debbie Reed Team, REMAX Realty
New Construction - Oversized Rancher | 3BR 3BA |...
Lewes
699,000.00
🏡 16471 Four Leaf Drive | Maritima, Lewes | List Price: $699,000 This oversized ranch was built in...
Debbie Reed Team, REMAX Realty
Just Listed - Fountain Views in Breakwater!
Lewes
825,000.00
Welcome to effortless coastal living in the highly sought-after Breakwater community. This...
Long & Foster Real Estate
FOR SALE: Completely Renovated 3BR Single-Level Home...
Rehoboth Beach
529,900.00
Completely Renovated Single-Level Home in Maplewood! 🍍🌊 // List Price: $529,900 📍 5 Radcliffe...
Jack Lingo, REALTOR®
24006 Benjamin Harrison Cir, Millsboro | Welcome to...
Millsboro
489,000.00
PREMIUM LOT! Welcome to premier 55+ living in Independence! This charming ranch home is the perfect...
Active Adults Realty®
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News Briefs 4/28/26
2 hours ago
Lewes art group to meet April 29 The Lewes Public Art Committee will hold its monthly meeting at 5:...
