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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 enough to set up and sell my own wares, as many early...
Harry K Foundation to hold annual Christmas Gala Dec. 14
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The Harry K Foundation, dedicated to combating childhood hunger in Delaware, recently announced its...
MERR Institute makes a big splash at annual Finraiser
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The Marine Education Research and Rehabilitation Institute made waves Nov. 16, with its annual...
Register for Delaware wildland firefighter training by Jan. 13
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The Delaware Forest Service is offering Delawareans a unique job training opportunity. For the 2025...
St. John the Baptist church in Milton sets Dec. 7 cookie walk
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The Episcopal Church of St. John the Baptist will host its annual cookie walk sale from 9 a.m. to...
Santa’s House visiting hours start Nov. 29 in Rehoboth Beach
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Santa Claus will be on hand to greet children and families from 4 to 6:30 p.m., Friday, Nov. 29, at...
Cookie walk set Dec. 14 at Lewes Senior Activity Center
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The Lewes Senior Activity Center cookie walk fundraiser will start at 8 a.m., Saturday, Dec. 14, at...
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The Cape Gazette visits the Arctic Circle while cruising around Iceland
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Cindy Wedel and Sheila Sferrella enjoyed cruising around Iceland this past summer. A highlight of...
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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...
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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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Taylor Swift has many followers who are willing to travel anywhere in the world to catch the Eras...
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Susan McLean had her measuring tape in hand. She was trying to figure out how to squeeze a 36-inch-...
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Dewey Beach aglow for the holidays
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Dewey Beach is basking in the glow of the holidays with many events to celebrate the season. The...
Cannonball 5K proceeds to support historic restoration work
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The 2024 Cannonball 5K & Trenny Elliott Memorial Walk netted a $422 donation for Historic Lewes...
Unique Minds Changing Lives feeds the community
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“Whoever shares his bread with the poor will be blessed.” - Proverbs 22:9. Unique Minds Changing...
Thanksgiving meal distribution kicks off
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Thanksgiving meal boxes were loaded up and sent to area schools Nov. 18, as the Harry K Foundation...
DART Thanksgiving drive nets 15,000 pounds of food donations
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Delaware Transit Corporation announced DART’s 27th annual Stuff The Bus Thanksgiving Food Drive...
Baywood lady golfers raise funds for Tunnell Cancer Center
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The Baywood Greens Ladies Golf League hosted a Pink Ball event Oct. 15, and netted $900 for Tunnell...
Lewes DAR continues support for veterans and community
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The Col. David Hall Chapter, National Society Daughters of the American Revolution has had a busy...
Italian-American club supports Cape Henlopen Food Basket
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The Italian-American Heritage Club of Sussex Co. county donated $250 to the Cape Henlopen food...
The Cape Gazette visits the Arctic Circle while cruising around Iceland
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Cindy Wedel and Sheila Sferrella enjoyed cruising around Iceland this past summer. A highlight of...
Science & Society Lecture to host dinosaur expert Dec. 3
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The Lewes Public Library’s Science and Society series will host paleontologist David Hone for an...
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
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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
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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
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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
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The Millsboro Public Library will host the Nanticoke Indian Dance Troupe at 11 a.m., Saturday, Nov...
Baywood Craft Fair welcomes holiday shoppers
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Shoppers eagerly explored a wide array of finds Nov. 10 at the Baywood Craft Fair. Held in the...
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...
Beebe fair to offer free flu shots, health screenings Nov. 23 in Frankford
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Beebe Healthcare will welcome the community to its annual Frankford Health Fair from 9 a.m. to 1 p....
Beebe Ball a rousing success
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The Beebe Ball, an annual fundraising dinner hosted by the Beebe Medical Foundation, took place Nov...
Cape theatre students to present ‘Trap’ Nov. 21-23
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The Cape Henlopen High School announced details of its fall production, “Trap” are set Thursday to...
Jammin’ for Junior benefits local musician in need
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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...
Beekeeping 101 class set Jan. 25
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The Delaware Beekeepers Association will present Beekeeping 101, a one-day intensive course for...
Community Unity Dinner to honor Rehoboth fire chief Dec. 8
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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
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Following months of planning, Just Us Cat and Kitten Rescue recently held a fundraiser with two...
Vietnam Veterans chapter presents donor appreciation awards
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Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 1105 in Sussex County provides outreach programs and services...
Easterseals welcomes new board member
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Easterseals Delaware & Maryland’s Eastern Shore recently welcomed Sara Larch of Rehoboth Beach...
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Faith and Spirituality
Old Christ Church Laurel to host Thanksgiving service Nov. 28
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Historic Old Christ Church will hold a Thanksgiving service at 10:30 a.m., Thursday, Nov. 28, at ...
Westminster Presbyterian hosts jazz concert
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Westminster Presbyterian Church held an afternoon jazz concert Oct. 19 in Rehoboth Beach. A...
Midway Assembly of God hosts Harvest Fest
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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
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Groome Church in Lewes held an anniversary celebration Oct. 27 marking 120 years of faithful...
Insight Lewes to host meditation retreat Nov. 9
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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...
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Health
Bristowe wins Dr. Saliba clinical excellence award
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Longtme Beebe Healthcare emergency department physician Kevin Bristowe is the inaugural recipient...
Nemours pediatric cardiology care comes to Beebe Selbyvllle
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Nemours Children’s Health now offers residents of Sussex County and surrounding areas a convenient...
Blood Bank to give festive T-shirts to donors thru Dec. 1
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During Thanksgiving week, Blood Bank of Delmarva is encouraging blood donations by providing...
YMCA and ChristianaCare partner to improve health statewide
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The YMCA of Delaware is proud to announce a new partnership with ChristianaCare aimed at enhancing...
Beebe Primary Care Five Points welcomes two clinicians
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Beebe Healthcare recently welcomed two new family medicine clinicians who offer comprehensive...
A Pink Affair 2024 supports local cancer care programming
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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...
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School Life
Delmarva Christian School’s Stronger Together Campaign tops $27M
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Delmarva Christian School recently celebrated 20 years of Christ-centered education, hosting its...
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...
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...
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...
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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The Cape Henlopen School District Board of Education announced plans Nov. 14, to fill the board...