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Beebe Ball a rousing success
3 days ago
The Beebe Ball, an annual fundraising dinner hosted by the Beebe Medical Foundation, took place Nov. 9 at Rehoboth Beach Country Club. The vibrant...
Beebe Primary Care Five Points welcomes two clinicians
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Beebe Healthcare recently welcomed two new family medicine clinicians who offer comprehensive...
Tracing roots: Milton man discovers family lineage
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Former software engineer Chris Puda quit his job to learn about his family history through various...
Jammin’ for Junior benefits local musician in need
4 days ago
Jammin’ for Junior, a concert to benefit local musician Junior Wilson, was held Nov. 10 at Nassau...
Holiday donation drive for Shepherd’s Office runs thru Dec. 4
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The Lewes chapter of Polka Dot Powerhouse, a nationwide women’s networking circle, is hosting a...
Funkhouser earns Going Extra Mile Award
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A physical education teacher for H.O. Brittingham Elementary was recently awarded the Going the...
Rehoboth Elementary earns national distinction for student success
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Rehoboth Elementary and Lake Forest South Elementary are among a host of U.S. schools that have...
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Recent Columns
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I've been enjoying Return Day in my native Sussex County since the early 1980s. I was fortunate...
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Spotting the Big Five in Africa did not disappoint
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In June, Kenny and Cindy Vincent of Dewey Beach took the Cape Gazette on an eight-day safari while...
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Colombia is a beautiful destination to read the Gazette
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Scott Shaughnessy, a Cape Gazette subscriber, recently traveled to northern Colombia, visiting...
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Not even Taylor Swift’s concert in Warsaw, Poland could distract this...
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Taylor Swift has many followers who are willing to travel anywhere in the world to catch the Eras...
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Susan McLean: Serving up photos with a side of humor
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Susan McLean had her measuring tape in hand. She was trying to figure out how to squeeze a 36-inch-...
Around Town with Pam
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Cape Life Stories
My fond memories of Return Day in Sussex County
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I've been enjoying Return Day in my native Sussex County since the early 1980s. I was fortunate...
Author Bill Newcott to sign new books Nov. 23
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Browseabout Books will host Bill Newcott for a signing of his newest book, "More Right Wrong Turns...
Snowflake Soiree welcomes Autism Delaware supporters
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The Rehoboth Beach Convention Center was decorated in a brilliant blue-and-white theme Nov. 15, as...
Girl Scout Troop 1326 honors founder with gifts for Beebe baby
1 day ago
During October, Girl Scout Troop 1326 learned about Juliette Gordon Low, the founder of Girl Scouts...
Rehoboth fire company Toys for Tots drive events start Nov. 23
1 day ago
The Rehoboth Beach Volunteer Fire Company is supporting the Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots...
Local author visits book club
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Local author Ethan Joella of Rehoboth Beach visited a book club at the home of Linda Benzon in the...
Spotting the Big Five in Africa did not disappoint
1 day ago
In June, Kenny and Cindy Vincent of Dewey Beach took the Cape Gazette on an eight-day safari while...
Pathways to Success granted $160,0000 from WSFS Cares
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WSFS Cares Foundation, the charitable giving arm of WSFS Bank, announced Pathways to Success will...
Nanticoke Indian Dance Troupe to perform at Millsboro library
2 days ago
The Millsboro Public Library will host the Nanticoke Indian Dance Troupe at 11 a.m., Saturday, Nov...
Baywood Craft Fair welcomes holiday shoppers
2 days ago
Shoppers eagerly explored a wide array of finds Nov. 10 at the Baywood Craft Fair. Held in the...
Beebe fair to offer free flu shots, health screenings Nov. 23 in Frankford
3 days ago
Beebe Healthcare will welcome the community to its annual Frankford Health Fair from 9 a.m. to 1 p....
Cape theatre students to present ‘Trap’ Nov. 21-23
4 days ago
The Cape Henlopen High School announced details of its fall production, “Trap” are set Thursday to...
Beekeeping 101 class set Jan. 25
4 days ago
The Delaware Beekeepers Association will present Beekeeping 101, a one-day intensive course for...
Community Unity Dinner to honor Rehoboth fire chief Dec. 8
4 days ago
The Rehoboth Beach Main Street team is proud to introduce the 2024 Citizen of the Year, Chuck...
Just Us Cat and Kitten Rescue raises $22K at 1776 dinners
5 days ago
Following months of planning, Just Us Cat and Kitten Rescue recently held a fundraiser with two...
Vietnam Veterans chapter presents donor appreciation awards
5 days ago
Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 1105 in Sussex County provides outreach programs and services...
Easterseals welcomes new board member
5 days ago
Easterseals Delaware & Maryland’s Eastern Shore recently welcomed Sara Larch of Rehoboth Beach...
Historic Rehoboth talk to explore railroad era Nov. 18
5 days ago
After a popular summer-long exhibit of the Golden Age of Rehoboth Beach diorama, its maker Paul...
Colombia is a beautiful destination to read the Gazette
6 days ago
Scott Shaughnessy, a Cape Gazette subscriber, recently traveled to northern Colombia, visiting...
Overfalls Foundation program set Nov. 21
6 days ago
The Overfalls Foundation winter speaker series will host John Bolster, foundation curator, at 1 p.m...
Milton Lions collect and deliver hurricane relief donations
6 days ago
Milton Lions Club recently hosted Darryl J. Hudson from the Caesar Rodney Chapter of the Delaware...
Cape Henlopen Elks support Shepherd’s Office
6 days ago
The Cape Henlopen Elks Lodge 2540 Community Outreach Committee recently collected and delivered 377...
Humane Animal Partners benefit set at Palm Beach Bar Nov. 18
1 week ago
Palm Beach Bar and Grill will host a fundraiser for Humane Animal Partners from 5 to 8 p.m., Monday...
Rylie’s Smile Turkey Escape 5K set Nov. 28 in Lewes
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Rylie’s Smile Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, will host its ninth annual 5K run/walk on...
Local author receives awards
1 week ago
Author Karl Wegener, a Milton resident and former intelligence analyst, received honors for “...
Free Zumba Gold class for beginners set Nov. 18
1 week ago
Local fitness expert Alicia Bercury will offer a free Zumba Gold class at 12:30 p.m., Monday, Nov....
Not even Taylor Swift’s concert in Warsaw, Poland could distract this Cape Gazette reader
1 week ago
Taylor Swift has many followers who are willing to travel anywhere in the world to catch the Eras...
Wreath sponsors needed for Millsboro veterans cemetery
1 week ago
As part of the Wreaths Across America program, Delaware Farm Bureau Women’s Committee team members...
Friends of Cape Henlopen to host holiday boutique Nov. 16
1 week ago
The Friends of Cape Henlopen State Park will hold its annual holiday boutique and book sale from 9...
Baywood holds inaugural Veterans Day celebration
1 week ago
Baywood Greens hosted a moving Veterans Day ceremony Nov. 11, to honor the brave men and women who...
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Faith and Spirituality
Old Christ Church Laurel to host Thanksgiving service Nov. 28
5 days ago
Historic Old Christ Church will hold a Thanksgiving service at 10:30 a.m., Thursday, Nov. 28, at ...
Westminster Presbyterian hosts jazz concert
5 days ago
Westminster Presbyterian Church held an afternoon jazz concert Oct. 19 in Rehoboth Beach. A...
Midway Assembly of God hosts Harvest Fest
6 days ago
Midway Assembly of God in Lewes held its annual Harvest Fest Oct. 19, under the direction of Pastor...
Groome Church in Lewes celebrates 120 years
1 week ago
Groome Church in Lewes held an anniversary celebration Oct. 27 marking 120 years of faithful...
Insight Lewes to host meditation retreat Nov. 9
2 weeks ago
Insight Meditation Community of Lewes will welcome meditation teacher Luisa Montero for a daylong...
Epworth hosts Sabbath for Peace and Unity
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Speak Out Against Hate invited the community to Epworth United Methodist Church Oct. 27, as the...
Faith and Blue barbecue held in Rehoboth Beach
3 weeks ago
The Rehoboth Beach Police Department, St. Edmond Church and Westminster Presbyterian Church hosted...
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Health
YMCA and ChristianaCare partner to improve health statewide
2 days ago
The YMCA of Delaware is proud to announce a new partnership with ChristianaCare aimed at enhancing...
A Pink Affair 2024 supports local cancer care programming
4 days ago
Cancer Support Community Delaware organizers extend thanks to all who attended A Pink Affair 2024...
Atracare team expands with three new healthcare providers
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Atracare in Lewes announced the addition of two primary care providers and a skilled mental health...
Delaware Stroke Summit set Dec. 6
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The Third Annual Stroke Summit will be held from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., Friday, Dec. 6, at the Hyatt...
Delaware Psychological Association meets in Dewey
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The Delaware Psychological Association held its 22nd annual conference Nov. 7-8 in Dewey Beach,...
Beebe 1916 Club dinner marks foundation anniversary
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The Beebe Medical Foundation recently celebrated its 35th anniversary at the annual 1916 Club...
Diabetes coalition sets wellness expo Nov. 12
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The 22nd Annual Wellness Expo hosted by the Delaware Diabetes Coalition will be held from 9 a.m. to...
Heart association hosts Southern Delaware walk
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The American Heart Association held its annual Southern Delaware Heart Walk Nov. 3 in Rehoboth...
Bayhealth team supports mental health and well-being
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More than 50 Bayhealth team members recently took part in the Kickin’ the Stigma Out of Mental...
TidalHealth Primary Care welcomes new provider in Millsboro
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TidalHealth Primary Care in Millsboro recently announced Rina Ghorpade, MD, has joined the practice...
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School Life
Maureen Schab Education Fund expands scholarship program
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The Schab family of Lewes - Bill Schab, Corey Schab and Kerry (Schab) Stahl - recently decided to...
Indian River High School Alumni Hall of Fame entries due Jan. 10
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The Indian River High School Hall of Fame continues to honor alumni who make outstanding...
Racial justice alliance honors Fred Thomas Middle School students
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The Southern Delaware Alliance for Racial Justice recently honored Frederick Thomas Middle School...
Pathways to Success healthy snack drive runs thru Nov. 20
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Snacks for Success, a healthy snack food drive for Pathways to Success youth, was spearheaded by...
Sustainable farming scholarship applications due by Dec. 13
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All Delmarva farmers with small operations who are interested in learning more about sustainable...
Local students graduate from universities
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Milton man graduates with honors from Maryland The University of Maryland Global Campus announced...
Cape High Class of 2025 captured by drone
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It’s not the fall season at Cape High without the annual drone-photo capture of the senior class on...
Legacy Academy commemorates Protestant Reformation day
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In late October, Legacy Academy students and staff celebrated Reformation Day in honor of Martin...
Sussex County students learn about government
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High school students interested in political science visited the Sussex County Seat of Georgetown...
First State Military Academy sets Nov. 9 open house
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First State Military Academy will hold a school choice open house for prospective students for the...
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