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Tuesday, February 10, 2026
What’s New
Police investigate Millsboro shooting
Zwaanendael Club awards scholarship to first-year nursing student
Frank E. Manning Jr., lived a full life
Jeffrey D. Penn, man of deep faith
Bayhealth adds experienced pediatric care provider
News Briefs 2/10/26
Firsthand input sought on affordable housing
Young athletes bring magic moments to sports competitions
Belltown predates Civil War
Spoils from canal dredging to benefit two area projects
McBride meets with Lewes first responders
Cape May-Lewes Ferry docked due to ice
Sarah Hayes supports foster youth with rescued horses
News / Police
Joint Finance Committee hearings begin
By Melissa Steele
2 hours ago
Joint Finance Committee hearings on the governor’s recommended Fiscal Year 2027 budget began Feb. 3...
$1M fed grant now available for Dewey
By Ellen McIntyre
4 hours ago
A $1 million federal grant for a flood mitigation project in Dewey Beach that was withheld for...
Milton parks committee close to wrapping up report
By Ryan Mavity
1 day ago
The Milton Parks and Recreation Committee is close to completing a report for town council...
Beebe investigating physician for social media posts
By Bill Shull
1 day ago
Beebe Healthcare has placed one of its physicians on administrative leave and is investigating “...
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Viewpoints
Sussex Housing Group supports Cool Spring Crossing
By Susan M. Davis
5 hours ago
Sussex Housing Group, a membership of more than 80 organizations and more than 200 individuals,...
Heat seeking
By Jim Paterson
6 hours ago
Medical aid in dying and the story of Job
By Jon Reddick
6 hours ago
There’s an old joke about an older boy who tricks his younger brother into trading his dime for a...
Why Costco is still in play
By David Stein
8 hours ago
Many Sussex County residents are understandably disappointed by the impression that Costco may not...
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Obituaries
Linda Lou Wilson, devoted wife, mother, grandmother
23 hours ago
Linda Lou (Mitchell) Wilson, 74, passed away Thursday, Feb. 5, 2026. Born July 14, 1951, in...
Kelly John Racz, Kelly’s Outdoors owner
1 day ago
Kelly John Racz of Lewes passed away at his home Tuesday, Feb. 3, 2026. Kelly, who was born in...
Tom Barry, touched many lives
1 day ago
Tom Barry, 75, passed away Friday, Feb. 6, 2026. Born Nov. 24, 1950, he grew up in Ridgewood, N.J...
Esther D. Reynolds, beloved mother, grandmother
2 days ago
Esther Donovan Reynolds, 90, of Milton, our beautiful and loving mother, grandmother and great-...
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Sports
Delmarva Christian wins 10th game on Senior Night
By Aaron R. Mushrush
21 hours ago
Cupid isn’t the only one playing matchmaker in February, as the shortest month of the year is also...
Trio of seniors honored before Royals vanquish Dragons
By Aaron R. Mushrush
21 hours ago
The Delmarva Christian girls’ basketball team played its final home game of the regular season Feb...
Vikings, Seahawks swimmers crowned conference champs
By Dan Cook
23 hours ago
The 2026 Henlopen Conference Championship swim meet was a repeat of 2025, as the Cape boys and the...
Community leaders treated to premium sportsmanship
By Aaron R. Mushrush
23 hours ago
For those aware of the warmth and joy of witnessing a unified basketball game, they understand what...
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A & E
Bookends
20 hours ago
A heron, framed by World War II observation towers, explores Gordons Pond in an image taken by...
Lewes artist’s work on display in Massachusetts
1 day ago
A piece by Lewes artist Theresa Kehrer is on display in Visual Voice, an international juried...
Coastal Camera Club to host virtual beach bash Feb. 28
2 days ago
Coastal Camera Club will host its sixth annual Virtual Beach Bash Saturday, Feb. 28. This free Zoom...
Lewes venue showcases upstate high school musicians
2 days ago
The William Penn High School Garage Band from New Castle took the stage at The Room at Cedar Grove...
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Cape Life
Lewes Fire Department honors coloring contest winners
21 hours ago
At its February meeting, the Lewes Fire Department honored student winners of the 2025 open house...
As winter weather holds on, vehicle preparation is key to safe driving
1 day ago
With more frigid temperatures in the forecast, and the groundhog’s prediction of six more weeks of...
Sussex will help direct grants to opioid treatment, education
By Kevin T. Conlon
1 day ago
Sussex County Council will help decide how to spend nearly $500,000 for opioid treatment and...
Substance use education nonprofit open house set March 5
1 day ago
Be a Part of the Conversation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping families and...
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Local Buzz
Rearranging Furniture Could Help You Use Space More Effectively and Give You a Mental Boost
Bill Cullin
People often arrange furniture when they move into a home, get used to a particular layout and give...
Soundbath & Reiki Experience . February 15 , 4 pm
Hiatus 24
Step into a serene space for a 75-minute group experience designed to realign your energy and quiet...
TheHenlopen.com, the Premier Website for Sales and Rentals
Bill Cullin
The Henlopen Condominium offers security-controlled access, indoor parking, private beach entrance...
Improving To Sell
Bill Cullin
Many homeowners wait until they are ready to put their home on the market before painting, planting...
Hot Yoga & Mat Pilates intro week for $49
Hiatus 24
Unlimited Classes for 1 Week – Only $49! Ready to kickstart your Wellness Journey or dive back...
"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...
Your Coastal Delaware Wedding Guide is Here!
Cape Gazette
Created by the Cape Gazette, Weddings 2026 offers essential planning tools, vendor resources, and...
Save Money and Hassles by Working with a REALTOR®
Active Adults Realty®
For many reasons, worries about the cost of living are top-of-mind for so many people. Even more so...
Taxes in Transition - Retirement & Relocation Class at the Lewes Library 2/17
Back Bay Financial Planning & Investments
The Delaware Money School will host an educational workshop titled “Taxes in Transition – Smart...
A Special Valentine’s Gift—Unusual But Priceless!
George Reilly
A Special Valentine’s Gift—Unusual But Priceless! As we approach one of the most stressful events...
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Calendar of Events
Today
8:30 am
Boardwalk Stroll
10:00 am
to
12:00 pm
Alzheimer’s Caregivers Support Group
10:30 am
to
11:00 am
Preschool Story Time
11:30 am
to
12:30 pm
Art Strong family art program
1:00 pm
to
2:00 pm
Homeschool Connection program
2:00 pm
to
3:30 pm
Adult Coloring group
2:00 pm
to
6:00 pm
Spaghetti dinner
5:00 pm
to
6:00 pm
Delaware Money School program
6:00 pm
to
7:30 pm
Teen Poets of Southern Delaware program
6:00 pm
to
8:00 pm
Bingo fundraiser
7:00 pm
to
9:00 pm
Dancing Argentine Tango
Wednesday, February 11
10:00 am
Writers' critique group
10:00 am
to
11:15 am
Art in the AM program
10:30 am
to
11:30 am
Baby & Toddler Story Time
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
8:00 pm
Free Write
6:00 pm
to
8:00 pm
Shanty Night at Historic Lewes
6:00 pm
to
7:00 pm
Stitch craft group
6:00 pm
to
8:00 pm
Shanty Night at Historic Lewes
Thursday, February 12
8:30 am
Boardwalk Stroll
9:00 am
to
1:00 pm
Free tax preparation assistance
10:00 am
to
12:00 pm
Art journaling workshop
11:00 am
to
7:00 pm
American Legion Build a Burger Day
11:00 am
to
12:30 pm
Socrates Café
11:30 am
NARFE Chapter 1690 luncheon meeting
12:00 pm
to
2:30 pm
League of Women Voters of Sussex County meeting
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
Conversation with Patmeena Sabit
5:00 pm
to
6:00 pm
LHS Speaker Series
5:00 pm
to
6:00 pm
Speaker Series—The Nanticoke Indian Museum:...
5:30 pm
to
6:30 pm
Cozy Valentine's Recipes class
6:00 pm
Elks Bingo
6:00 pm
to
7:00 pm
Teen art series
6:00 pm
to
8:00 pm
Transcendental Jam & Vegetarian Feast
7:00 pm
Compassionate Friends meeting
Business
New home community cuts ribbon in Milton
1 day ago
NVHomes at the Beach recently held a ribbon cutting for its new Twin Masts community near Milton....
DRBA Police earn Advanced Law Enforcement Accreditation Award
1 day ago
Delaware River and Bay Authority Police Department officials announced that the Commission on...
La Red Health ob-gyn James Rupp announces retirement
2 days ago
After a 40-year career dedicated to caring for women in Sussex County, La Red Health Center ob-gyn...
Georgetown chamber recognizes small businesses, installs new leadership
2 days ago
The Georgetown Chamber of Commerce held its annual award ceremony Jan. 21 to recognize its 2025...
Boys & Girls Clubs of Delaware accepts $25,000 donation
3 days ago
Representatives of i.g. Burton Toyota of Dover recently delivered a $25,000 donation to the Boys...
Cape district honors Everyone Fitness as community champion
3 days ago
The Cape Henlopen School District recognized Everyone Fitness as its Sussex Consortium Community...
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Blogs
My Personality in Six TV Commercials
By Elise Seyfried
1 hour 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
1 week ago
I am really embarrassed to admit something, so I will do what I always do when this happens. I...
Cancelling My Plans
By Elise Seyfried
1 week ago
“Snow Day!!” I recall my reaction to those words back in my childhood. As I heard the school...
Fear of Falling
By Elise Seyfried
3 weeks ago
My youngest grandson, Dimitri, is 16 months old. His daily routine involves climbing anything and...
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55+, Lewes Starting at $199K >> New 3BR Homes w/Garage
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SOLD! Charming Dewey Beach Condo East of Route One!
Bill Cullin
SOLD! 3 BR, 2 BA Luxury Living Just a Few Blocks From The Sand!
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221 Nicklaus Ln, Magnolia | Your Next Chapter Starts Here – Comfort, Style & Community Await!
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In the Market
Bayhealth Medical Group Welcomes Lindie Garrett, CPNP to Bayhealth Pediatrics, Milford
Bayhealth
LHS Monday Movie Nights—“It” (1927)
Lewes Historical Society
AmaWaterways River Cruising; What’s better than spending more time in your favorite destinations?
Jetset travel, a trusted name in DE since 2005
Heart Health Month - Know Your Numbers!
Core Concierge Health
Historic Lewes First Friday Community Nights
Lewes Historical Society
Craft Fair
CHEER, Inc.
Bayhealth-sponsored Free Bikes 4 Kidz Delaware Has Supplied 1,000 Bikes to Local Youth in Need
Bayhealth
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Premier Listings
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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Upgraded Milford Home for only $295,000 ~ 506 Meadow...
Milford
295,000.00
UPGRADED HOME! If you are looking for a home convenient yet in the country with a spacious yard...
Active Adults Realty®
Beautiful 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom Condo Just Minutes...
Ocean View
298,000.00
Just Listed, a beautiful 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom condo with granite countertops, updated refrigerator...
Bill Cullin
LUXURIOUS LIVING in The Retreat at Love Creek |...
Lewes
849,000.00
LUXURIOUS LIVING in The Retreat at Love Creek! Welcome to this spacious and beautifully appointed...
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Mann & Sons, Inc. REALTORS®
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...
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Price Just Reduced ~ 175 Pond View Ln, Seaford, DE...
Seaford
342,900.00
Welcome to this beautiful 3-bedroom, 2-bath ranch home in Seaford, DE! Built in 2021, this move-in...
Active Adults Realty®
Refined Coastal Living in Indian Beach
Dewey Beach
4,500,000.00
Imagine a coastal lifestyle defined by uncrowded sands, gentle ocean breezes, and the rhythmic...
Bryce Lingo & Shaun Tull Team
FOR SALE: 4BR Oceanblock Cape Cod-Style Home in...
Rehoboth Beach
2,100,000.00
Oceanblock Cape Cod-Style Home in South Rehoboth! // NEW LIST PRICE: $2,100,000 19 Brooklyn Avenue...
Jack Lingo, REALTOR®
New Year’s Resolution Complete - Your Place at the...
Millsboro
285,000.00
Welcome to Gull Point — your ideal coastal retreat along the Indian River Bay. This spacious 3-...
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
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Cape May-Lewes Ferry docked due to ice
Nick Roth
5 hours ago
The extreme cold has not been kind to the Cape May-Lewes Ferry, as the Delaware River and Bay...
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