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Saturday, February 21, 2026
What’s New
Weather forecast means cancellations
Blizzard warning for Sussex County
Ducks and other birdies
Lewes farmers market program receives $10,000 grant
Glenn Clinton Moore Jr., beloved father, grandfather
Coast Guard lifeboat restoration project is Feb. 27 topic
Elizabeth Conroy Hurdle, devoted educator
Sussex Academy trains nursing students
Christiana Care to build health campus in Georgetown
Cave Neck Road subdivision plan set for March 4 public hearing
Milton Arts Guild to host reception for judged show March 1
A grand Vatican salute to retirement with the Gazette
‘A Chorus Line’ dazzles in Milton
News / Police
Rehoboth library seeks Warrington Road task force members
By Chris Flood
23 hours ago
With renovations underway at the Rehoboth Avenue location, Rehoboth Beach Public Library officials...
Vincent, Banta receive Order of the First State
1 day ago
Gov. Matt Meyer recently awarded the Order of the First State to several people, including two...
Concerns raised over proposed changes to Rehoboth charter
By Chris Flood
1 day ago
Rehoboth Beach commissioners continued to discuss possible charter changes at a meeting Feb. 9....
Cape school district approves final FY 2026 budget
By Ellen McIntyre
1 day ago
The Cape Henlopen School District Board of Education approved the district’s final budget for...
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Viewpoints
If Rehoboth can move on from COVID, so can I
By Chris Flood
1 day ago
I recently wrote a story about how Rehoboth Beach officials are catching up on meeting minutes that...
Upcoming news
1 day ago
George Howard Bunting led with integrity
1 day ago
The passing of George Bunting leaves a void in Sussex County and across Delaware. For decades,...
Don’t shift problems from one town to another
By Jeff Mulveny
1 day ago
In response to “Ocean One is ideal location for retail center” by Gary Vorsheim, I agree that the...
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Obituaries
Patricia Monaghan, hospice volunteer
1 day ago
Patricia Monaghan, 88, passed away Tuesday, Feb. 10, 2026. Patricia was born and raised in...
James Patrick Gillespie, devoted to faith, family
2 days ago
James Patrick Gillespie, 87, of Lewes, passed away peacefully Sunday, Feb. 15, 2026. Born Jan. 7,...
Francis Montgomery, veteran, DuPont retiree
2 days ago
Francis “Pat” Montgomery, 77, passed away peacefully at home with family Thursday, Feb. 12, 2026....
Christopher Charles Valenti, owned JB Landscaping
2 days ago
Christopher Charles Valenti went to be with the Lord Thursday, Feb. 12, 2026.Born June 21, 1952,...
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Sports
Fishermen are waiting for the thaw
By Eric Burnley
5 hours ago
Sooner or later, the water will thaw out and folks will be chafing at the bit to go fishing....
The Phillies are back
By Sumner Spence
1 day ago
I think there are five specific Phillies players that must have great starts to the season for the...
Athletes of the Week Feb. 20
1 day ago
Helaina Arnold-Decyk This Cape freshman left her mark on the newly established girls’ wrestling...
Sports is a connect-the-dots game; the older you get, the better you play
By Dave Frederick
1 day ago
Coach of the Year - The Tubby Raymond Delaware Coach of the Year Award, as voted by the Delaware...
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A & E
Milton Arts Guild celebrates Sue Dutton
By Ryan Mavity
23 hours ago
Milton Arts Guild honored its former President Sue Dutton by naming a scholarship for a Cape...
Different types of mustard can spice up any dish
By Denise Clemons
1 day ago
I was listening to the radio the other day, and a song I’d never heard began to play. The lyrics...
STEPPIN’ OUT
Nature and Nurture to perform Feb. 20 in Rehoboth Beach
1 day ago
Unwind with live music as Nature & Nurture takes the stage from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., Friday, Feb...
CHEF Winter Jam to benefit Cape student programs March 6
1 day ago
The Cape Henlopen Educational Foundation’s signature fundraising event, Winter Jam, will be held...
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Cape Life
Polar Bear Plunge events kick off Feb. 28
1 hour ago
Following the postponement of the February event, the Special Olympics Delaware Lewes Polar Bear...
Take a tip from the old song – accentuate the positive!
By Jim Paterson
23 hours ago
Sometimes aging stinks. You never thought you’d be the person managing blood pressure or a pill...
The Crossing church prepares for expansion project
By Kevin T. Conlon
1 day ago
The Crossing on Route 1 north of Lewes is preparing to expand its church and construct another...
‘Last Dekrepitzer’ online author talk set Feb. 25
1 day ago
The Lewes Public Library, Seaside Jewish Community and Southern Delaware Alliance for Racial...
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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...
8 Staging Secrets from a Top Real Estate Professional
Mike Kogler Team
8 Staging Secrets from a Top Real Estate Professional
Sell faster. And for more money...
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 —...
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...
Financial Planning IN Retirement is Different—Here’s Why
George Reilly
Financial planning FOR retirement is the process of preparing your finances so you're ready to stop...
50% Off Home Catalog Creations before May 1, 2026
My Status Quo, Inc
Create the catalog of your home before a health crisis turns everything urgent! Families can avoid...
SOLD! UNIT 613 @ THE HENLOPEN. Rehoboth’s Premier Oceanfront Building,
Mike Kogler Team
Just Listed at The Henlopen by The Mike Kogler Team A coastal sanctuary in Rehoboth's Premier...
"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...
Avoiding Delays During Escrow When Selling
Bill Cullin
Unforeseen problems can arise during escrow, and closing dates are never set in stone! Lenders,...
Termites
Bill Cullin
Most home purchase agreements have clauses that deal with termites. After the agreement is ratified...
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Calendar of Events
Today
10:00 am
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1:00 pm
Homemade soup sale
10:00 am
FMHA 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
10:00 am
to
2:00 pm
Travel show
11:00 am
to
7:00 pm
American Legion Wing Day
1:00 pm
to
3:00 pm
This Used to Be My Playground program
Sunday, February 22
11:00 am
Creative Movement Virtual Yoga
Monday, February 23
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
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
Insight Meditation Community of Lewes meditation
5:00 pm
to
6:00 pm
Pokémon Club
5:45 pm
to
7:15 pm
Lewes-Rehoboth Rotary Club meeting
Business
Sephora coming to Tanger Outlets Surfside
23 hours ago
Popular cosmetics store Sephora will open soon in Tanger Outlets Surfside in Midway. The French...
Debbie Reed Team welcomes Realtor Brooke Martin
1 day ago
The Debbie Reed Team of RE/MAX Realty Group has added Realtor Brooke Martin as a buyers agent for...
Dave’s Hot Chicken coming to Rehoboth outlets
2 days ago
Dave’s Hot Chicken, a popular chicken tender chain based out of California, is opening a location...
Hearn named Delaware Young Engineer of the Year
2 days ago
George, Miles & Buhr LLC announced Benjamin K. Hearn, PE, vice president and senior project...
Meoli Companies marks milestone McDonald's anniversaries
2 days ago
In 2025, the Meoli Companies marked another year of milestone celebrations, honoring the largest...
Site work begins at Milton Royal Farms parcel
2 days ago
Work at the site of the planned Royal Farms at the corner of Route 16 and Route 5 in Milton is...
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Blogs
Good Housekeeping
By Elise Seyfried
4 days 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
1 week 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
2 weeks 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
3 weeks ago
“Snow Day!!” I recall my reaction to those words back in my childhood. As I heard the school...
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Traditional Meets Coastal in Downtown Rehoboth!
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JUST SOLD! Charles Court - 140 Tobin Drive, Milton, DE 19968
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NEW PRICE! Money-Maker Townhouse For Sale – $324,999
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NEW PRICE! rancher east of the highway! Bike to the Beach!
The Luxe Property Group – Iron Valley Real Estate at the Beach
UNDER CONTRACT! 5.38-Acre parcel Zoned CR-1 Commercial on Route 24
Bill Cullin
SOLD!! SAWGRASS. Relaxed, Refined, Rehoboth. Stunning Sawgrass Community.
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Live the Coastal Life of Luxury East of 1 in Lewes
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Craft Fair
CHEER, Inc.
Philadelphia Flower Show
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NEW NAME - NEW WEBSITE - RALLY FOR OUR FIRST RESPONDERS
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Shanty Night at Historic Lewes
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Heart Health Month - Small Steps that make a Big Difference
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Speaker Series—The Nanticoke Indian Museum: Preserving Nanticoke History & Culture
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JETSET Travel, your travel agency; Coastal Highway Rehoboth Beach
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Premier Listings
Open House in Downtown Milton at 201 Federal St!
Milton
685,000.00
Make sure to come by This Saturday, Feb 21st between 11 am and 1 pm for a tour during our open...
The Julie Gritton Team
Open House! 103 Alexa Court
Milford
432,500.00
Welcome to the lovely community of Knotts Landing, nestled in the serene town of Milford, DE. One...
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
4BR Top-Floor Condo in Bethany Bay!
Ocean View
465,000.00
Third-Floor Condo in Bethany Bay! 🌊 // LIST PRICE: $465,000✨ 📍 30380 Crowley Drive, Unit 411,...
Jack Lingo, REALTOR®
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
221 Nicklaus Ln, Magnolia | Your Next Chapter Starts...
Magnolia
409,900.00
Your Next Chapter Starts Here – Comfort, Style & Community Await! Built in 2020 and better than...
Active Adults Realty®
Open house in WOLFE RUNNE!
Lewes
1,849,900.00
THE PERFECT KETCH! Discover an exclusive, tree-covered sanctuary tucked away on a quiet cul-de-sac...
Lee Ann Wilkinson, Berkshire Hathaway Home Services
NEW CONSTRUCTION! 3BR/2.5BA Admiral Home | Catching...
Lewes
769,990.00
33766 CATCHING COVE CT LOT 23 | LEWES, DE 19958 | LIST PRICE: $769,990 Built by award-winning local...
Debbie Reed Team, REMAX Realty
A Beach Home that Pays for Itself!
Milford
799,900.00
This home is Rental Magic...Over $66,000. in Rental Income for 2025. Fantastic views of the...
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
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Mann & Sons, Inc. REALTORS®
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®
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Weather forecast means cancellations
5 hours ago
The National Weather Service has issued a Blizzard Warning for Sussex County, which will snarl...