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Friday, April 3, 2026
What’s New
Knights of Columbus present $3,700 to support pregnancy care center
Delaware Shakespeare to perform ‘King Lear’-inspired reading April 9
Seahawks send Senators home with a 5-0 tennis loss
Owen James Cheevers, successful in finance
Milton Lions Club learns about, supports Special Olympics Delaware
Gary Persinger named 2026 Dewey Beach Volunteer of the Year
Dewey enters independent contractor agreement with Dave Naples
Cape softball falls to Spartans in battle of the bats
ICE active in state, Sussex County
UD team builds living shoreline in Lewes
Athletes of the Week April 3
Lewes during the Revolution - Part 1
Cape soccer falls to Middletown 2-0
News / Police
Milton Theatre purchases Quayside Stage lot
By Ryan Mavity
1 hour ago
Milton Theatre has announced that it has met its $150,000 fundraising goal to purchase an adjacent...
Pongratz nominated for Milton council
By Ryan Mavity
4 hours ago
Milton Town Council is set to add two new members at its Monday, April 6 organizational meeting....
Marina with 18 slips proposed for Henlopen Bluff in Lewes
By Chris Flood
5 hours ago
The developer of the Henlopen Bluff community in Lewes has submitted an application to the state...
Tulips signal spring
5 hours ago
A bed of vibrant red tulips lines Kings Highway in Lewes outside the Lewes Chamber of Commerce...
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Viewpoints
Yes, that’s 24-karat gold leaf on that North Shores mosaic
By Chris Flood
7 hours ago
There’s been a large house under construction on the corner of Holly Road and Ocean Drive in the...
Sussex Academy turns 25
9 hours ago
A large crowd of current and past faculty and board members, alumni and other supporters recently...
Sweat threat
By Jim Paterson
10 hours ago
Offshore wind costs deserve transparency
By Andrew Cullen
12 hours ago
Rep. Claire Snyder-Hall recently commented that offshore wind energy goes into the grid, in...
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Obituaries
Jeffrey Keith Minsker, veteran, devoted family man
23 hours ago
Jeffrey Keith Minsker passed away peacefully at home Monday, March 30, 2026. He was quietly called...
Jane S. Nicholson, active in community, church
3 days ago
Jane S. Nicholson, 87, of Lewes, passed away peacefully Sunday, March 29, 2026. Born Jan. 4, 1939...
Robert Stanley Carpenter, had friendly, outgoing nature
3 days ago
Robert Stanley Carpenter, 61, of Lewes, passed away Sunday, March 29, 2026, at his residence.Born...
Jeffrey Richard Claudy, veteran, adventurer at heart
3 days ago
Jeffrey Richard Claudy, 43, of Milton, passed away suddenly Monday, March 23, 2026. He was born...
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Sports
Cape volleyball shuts out Aspira 3-0
By Dan Cook
5 hours ago
The Cape volleyball team’s front-line hitters dominated Aspira 25-6, 25-9, 25-9 at home April 2, to...
Interesting start for the Phillies
By Sumner Spence
7 hours ago
The Phillies just completed their first home stand of the season with a .500 record of 3-3. For...
Parched like a Dead Sea scroll on a red devil track
By Dave Frederick
9 hours ago
Acclimation project - Cape’s red devil track was unrelentingly pizza-oven hot Tuesday afternoon. We...
Cape track downs Dover, Smyrna
By Tim Bamforth
9 hours ago
The Cape track & field team hosted a tri-meet March 31 at Legends Stadium, with hundreds of fit...
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A & E
Sorghum is a versatile grain that’s not just for the birds
By Denise Clemons
7 hours ago
I have a subscription to a magazine called “homecooked,” whose editors have elected to forgo...
Antique Alley collectibles events continue thru April 25
19 hours ago
Celebrating all things collectible, Antique Alley of Bridgeville invites the community to...
Milton Arts Guild celebrates Spring Fling market
By Ryan Mavity
23 hours ago
Milton Arts Guild held its annual Spring Fling show over the weekend of March 27, ringing in warmer...
STEPPIN’ OUT
Whiskey Graves to perform April 8 in Milton
1 day ago
Soak in the soulful fusion of folk and blues with Whiskey Graves, playing from 4 to 7 p.m., every...
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Cape Life
Columbiettes to host day of reflection April 25
5 hours ago
The Msgr. Francis Desmond Columbiettes of St. Jude The Apostle Parish will host a day of reflection...
Brittingham family gathers for community service
21 hours ago
In memory of Mary Ann Brittingham, extended family members gathered for their annual Adopt-A-...
Beacon students take part in national writing contest
23 hours ago
Students at Beacon Middle School are being recognized for their creativity and storytelling after...
Lunch group supports First State Community Action Agency
1 day ago
Lunch With a Purpose Coastal Delaware members gathered March 4 at Signatures at Bayside to support ...
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Local Buzz
Put Your Restaurant on the Cape’s Local Dining Map
Cape Gazette
When locals and visitors are deciding where to go out in the Cape Region, make sure they find your...
NKS DISTRIBUTORS JOINS THE RALLY SPONSOR TRAIN
Rally For Our First Responders
🎉 Huge Thank You to NKS Distributors, Inc 🎉 We’re incredibly grateful to NKS Distributors for...
23687 Herring Reach Ct, Lewes
The Luxe Property Group – Iron Valley Real Estate at the Beach
View Listing Welcome to 23687 Herring Reach Court – a beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom...
16512 E Kea Way, Lewes, DE
The Luxe Property Group – Iron Valley Real Estate at the Beach
View Listing NEW PRICE: $869,999 Welcome to Tower Hill, Sussex County’s Community of the Year,...
26086 Kielbasa Ct, Lewes
The Luxe Property Group – Iron Valley Real Estate at the Beach
View Listing Welcome to Hailey’s Glen, a sought-after Schell Brothers community in Lewes, Delaware...
A.P. CROLL & SON INC JUMPS ON THE RALLY SPONSOR TRAIN
Rally For Our First Responders
🚂 The Sponsor Train keeps rolling! 🚂 A BIG thank you to A.P. Croll & Son Inc. for coming...
Signed, Sealed and Delivered
Bill Cullin
Most people assume that when a real estate deed is signed, it is effective. However, there is one...
One lucky Sussex Countian will win a new HVAC system!
Total Home Comfort Sweepstakes
The
Spring
Home & Garden Total Home Comfort Sweepstakes Powered by Shoretech...
Cosmetic Changes
Bill Cullin
When a home goes on the market, it should look great. Often there are improvements that must be...
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...
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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
9:00 am
to
3:00 pm
LIB tulip sale
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
3:00 pm
Great Delaware Kite Festival
11:30 am
Lewes Tulip Celebration
4:00 pm
to
7:00 pm
Historic Lewes First Friday Community Nights
4:00 pm
to
7:00 pm
LHS First Friday event
7:00 pm
Celebrate Recovery group
Saturday, April 4
8:00 am
to
9:30 am
Guided bird walk
9:00 am
to
4:00 pm
Native plant sale
9:00 am
to
4:00 pm
Delaware Botanic Gardens open
10:00 am
to
2:00 pm
Friends of Milton Public Library Book and Gift Shop
10:00 am
to
11:00 am
Backyard & Community Composting Done Right program
10:00 am
to
1:00 pm
Genealogist in Residence Program—Historic Lewes
10:00 am
to
3:00 pm
Delaware Seaside Railroad Club Train Display
10:00 am
to
12:00 pm
Lewes Chess Club meeting
10:30 am
to
3:30 pm
Loyalist on the Lawn event
10:30 am
Easter Bunny Bonanza
10:45 am
Dewey Egg Scoop
11:00 am
to
11:45 am
Lewes History Highlights walking tour
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
3:00 pm
DIY Delft tiles
11:00 am
to
7:00 pm
American Legion Wing Day
11:30 am
Lewes Tulip Celebration
2:00 pm
to
4:00 pm
Meet & greet local Democrats
5:00 pm
to
8:00 pm
American Legion Easter dinner
Sunday, April 5
8:00 am
to
11:00 am
AYCE Breakfast
9:00 am
to
4:00 pm
Delaware Botanic Gardens open
11:00 am
Bayhealth’s Walk with a Doc, First Sundays Each Month
11:00 am
Creative Movement Virtual Yoga
11:30 am
Lewes Tulip Celebration
6:00 pm
to
7:30 pm
Lewes Legends walking tour
6:00 pm
to
7:30 pm
Lewes Legends Evening Walking Tour
Business
Sussex Technical High School hosts 5th Annual Transition Fair
1 day ago
The 5th Annual Transition Fair was held March 26, at Sussex Technical High School. Students with...
Meals on Wheels introduces new executive director to begin in June
1 day ago
Meals on Wheels Lewes-Rehoboth announced the appointment of Aileen Mateo as its next executive...
Polished and casual fashions hit the runway
2 days ago
Fashion from area retailers highlighted the diverse fashion scene at the Rehoboth Beach Main Street...
Student-led initiative brings new mascot to local restaurant
2 days ago
What started out as a simple classroom idea has turned into a successful real-world collaboration,...
Draper Media announces president’s upcoming retirement
2 days ago
Draper Media announced April 1 that Craig Jahelka, its current president, will retire effective...
Seaglass Bistro coming to Baltimore Ave. in Rehoboth
5 days ago
A new restaurant called Seaglass Bistro is coming to Baltimore Avenue in Rehoboth Beach. A recent...
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Blogs
A Few of My Brilliant Things
By Elise Seyfried
3 days ago
It happens often. You hear the glad tidings: “Coming Soon!
2 Fast 2B Furious 15
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Mother Nature Issues Her Final Warning
By Elise Seyfried
1 week ago
Oahu, Hawaii, where my sister Carolyn has lived since 2012, has traditionally been the kind of...
The Humming Bluebird of Happiness
By Elise Seyfried
2 weeks ago
It’s the most annoying time of year, when all my bird-loving buddies wax(wing) rhapsodic over the “...
For Rent
By Elise Seyfried
3 weeks ago
I spent my entire first 20-year career (I career in 20-year batches) performing in our children’s...
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Real Estate Marketplace
“South Rehoboth” JUST SOLD: Sold Price: $4,961,250. Listed & Sold By Mike Kogler Team
Mike Kogler Team
End-Unit Millsboro Townhome - $250K - Watch It Fly!
The Luxe Property Group – Iron Valley Real Estate at the Beach
JUST SOLD In 7 DAYS!! “Henlopen Landing” LEWES
Mike Kogler Team
$869,999 – east of the highway in Lewes & bike to the beach!
The Luxe Property Group – Iron Valley Real Estate at the Beach
2nd Street, Downtown Lewes: “COMING SOON”!! $2,395,000.
Mike Kogler Team
Newly Listed: 35959 Jake Dr Rehoboth Beach, DE | Rehoboth Bay MHP
Monument Sotheby’s International Realty - Coastal Division
Waterfront Home w/ Private Dock – Could Be Yours!
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Welcome to premier 55+ living in Independence! 24006 Benjamin Harrison Cir, Millsboro
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Newly Listed: 23150 Waggoner Ave Lewes, DE | Covered Bridge Trails
Monument Sotheby’s International Realty - Coastal Division
221 Nicklaus Ln, Magnolia | Your Next Chapter Starts Here – Comfort, Style & Community Await!
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Schell Brothers JUMPS ON THE RALLY SPONSOR TRAIN
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RED SUN CUSTOM APPAREL JOINS THE RALLY SPONSOR TRAIN
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CHESAPEAKE BATH & HOME SOLUTIONS JUMPS ON THE RALLY SPONSOR TRAIN
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Lewes History Highlights Walking Tour
Lewes Historical Society
GFWC Zwaanendael Women's Club jumps on the Rally Sponsor Train
Rally For Our First Responders
Genealogist in Residence Program—Historic Lewes
Lewes Historical Society
Historic Lewes First Friday Community Nights
Lewes Historical Society
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Premier Listings
FOR SALE: 5BR Architectural Gem at DeVries Circle,...
Lewes
1,449,000.00
Architectural Gem at DeVries Circle! 🍍🌊 // LIST PRICE: $1,499,900 📍 901 Savannah Road, Lewes,...
Jack Lingo, REALTOR®
READY NOW FOR THIS SUMMER - NO WAIT FOR BOAT SLIP!!
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.
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...
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22199 Arbor Cir, Milton, DE 19968
Milton
489,900.00
Experience the pinnacle of coastal-lifestyle comfort in this stunning Wilkinson Homes custom ranch...
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Rehoboth Beach
3,895,000.00
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4,989,000.00
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Jack Lingo, REALTOR®
FOR SALE: 5BR Architectural Gem at DeVries Circle,...
Lewes
1,449,000.00
Architectural Gem at DeVries Circle! 🍍🌊 // LIST PRICE: $1,499,900 📍 901 Savannah Road, Lewes,...
Jack Lingo, REALTOR®
New Price and Open House at 134 Waterside Dr ~ Golf...
Bridgeville
319,900.00
Join us on Saturday, April 4th from 2 pm to 4 pm for your very own tour during our open house! Golf...
The Julie Gritton Team
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
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...
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UD team builds living shoreline in Lewes
Bill Shull
2 hours ago
A tiny spit of land off Pilottown Road in Lewes is now home to a big environmental project...