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Selbyville to weigh Lindenberger’s council bid By Susan Canfora Staff Reporter At the Monday, Aug. 3, meeting of the Selbyville Town Council, council members will discuss the possible appointment of Larry Lindenberger to fill
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the council seat recently vacated by council member William Kirsch, who has moved to Pennsylvania. Kirsch recommended Lindenberger to fill the seat, and he was introduced by Mayor Rick Duncan at the Monday, July 13, council meeting.
Lindenberger, standing at the podium at that meeting, introduced his wife, Cindy, and said it was their wedding anniversary. He told the council he had grown up in Maryland, lived in Connecticut for more than 30 years and “always had some involvement with
community service,” including with the fire department there, on the commission that regulated wetlands and on the Planning & Zoning Commission. He worked for a geotechnical engineering See SELBYVILLE page A3
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By Laura Walter Staff Reporter All that’s needed is the governor’s signature, and maybe a few road signs, but one of Sussex County’s newest roads will be named the “Senator Richard S. Cordrey Bypass.” The Delaware Department of Transportation opened the North Millsboro Bypass Richard Cordrey in September of 2025. The Delaware State Legislature subsequently introduced and passed a naming bill during its final hectic week of the 2026 legislative session in June. The legislation will “honor Sen. Cordrey’s decades of public service and lasting contributions to Delaware’s fiscal and economic stability.” Born in Millsboro and a longtime farmer, Cordrey (1933-2022) was described as “a man of goodwill, integrity, just a nice man. … I’m happy that we’re honoring him in this way,” said state Special to the Coastal Point • Marian Dowling
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Millville approves expanded parking for Kristina’s Kitchen By Kerin Magill Staff Reporter The Millville Town Council had a packed agenda on Tuesday, July 14, with votes on a parking lot, Evans Park improvements and fire company contributions.
Council members voted to approve plans for a parking lot expansion at Kristina’s Kitchen on Reba Road. The expansion comes after residential neighbors of the business complained to town officials about delivery trucks blocking streets near their homes and frequent issues with customers parking and turn-
ing around in the nearby neighborhood. Ray Blakeney of Plitko Engineering presented the plans for the expanded parking lot, which on June 11 was recommended for approval by Millville’s Planning & Zoning Commission. Located in the C-1 (commercial) zone, Blakeney said, the parking lot will
be constructed on about an acre of the property, owned by Malone Real Estate. The Planning & Zoning Commission’s recommendations included adding a fence, showing a dumpster pad on the plans and increasing landscape screening. See MILLVILLE page A7
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Continued from page A3 company and for the State of Connecticut, retired at 58 and, with his wife, moved to Selbyville five years ago. “Nothing really exciting about my life,” he said. “We have a great community at Lighthouse Crossing. I have had a good relationship with the town staff here. The Town seems really wellrun. “I see the way Selbyville is moving, the explosion in population and the challenges you all will have ahead of you, increasing your infrastructure and your public services,” Lindenberger said. “It’s a good town. We’re glad we landed here. We looked at other towns, but we came to Selbyville. I would consider all you guys a mentor for me,” he said.
Police report Police Chief Brian Wilson, while presenting his monthly report to the council, said that, during June, the police department responded to 348 calls, wrote 116 tickets and made seven criminal arrests. He said the annual Old Timers’ Day festival on June 20 went well and had a good turnout. There are still police officer positions to fill in the department, Wilson noted.
In the absence of Code Enforcement Officer Tony Merollini, Town Administrator Stacey Long, while presenting the monthly report to the council, said that, in June, 49 new permits were issued, there were 136 inspections, while there are 47 open permits, and there was one unlicensed contractor and 25 code violations. At Long’s recommendation, the Hazardous Inspection Committee will meet at 3 p.m. on July 28 to discuss a complaint about a property at 8 North Main Street.
Water report Councilman Gary Steffen, while presenting the monthly water department report, said that, during June, the water department produced 19.3 million gallons of water — an increase of 5 million from June of 2025. The water department is supplemented by Artesian Water. He asked residents to conserve water and said the water plant is “running as it should,” with employees reading water meters and making necessary repairs.
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Security upgraded At the recommendation of Long, the council approved the purchase of three more cameras from Vector Security, for further security at Selbyville Town Hall, at a cost of $5,544, plus a monthly service fee of $30. Long said the cameras will be used in areas including the vestibule and service window. She said the Town’s 2027-fiscal-year budget includes $40,000 for security upgrades and, so far, $23,530 has been spent. One more item will be discussed at the August council meeting, and there is still more than $16,000 in the budget for security, Long said.
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Bypass Continued from page A1 Rep. Jeff Hilovsky, who was once Cordey’s eye doctor and said he enjoyed long conversations with Cordrey about local issues. With a mind for agriculture and financials, Cordrey made a big impact on Delaware, both in the Delaware General Assembly (1970 to 1996) and as Secretary of Finance (2005-2009) for Gov. Ruth Ann Minner. After a 1970s near-collapse of the bank the State of Delaware used, Cordrey contributed to financial reforms
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Administration report Long said she had talked to state Rep. Rich Collins and state Sen. Gerald
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that included establishing Delaware’s “Rainy Day Fund” reserve account, as well as an annual budgetary spending cap of 98 percent of anticipated General Fund revenues. In the 1980s, he contributed to the state’s landmark “Financial Center Development Act,” which helped make Delaware a national banking center and brought thousands of jobs to the state. Cordrey graduated from Millsboro High School in 1951, attended GoldeyBeacom College in Wilmington, and joined the U.S. Army and served at Fort Gordon, Ga. In 1953, he married Mary Jane Bowen of New Jersey, who became his life partner and a 21-year Millsboro-
area educator until her passing in 2016. They became parents and grandparents. One of their favorite stories was about arriving to chapel late one Sunday after all the seats were full — except ones with then-President Dwight D. Eisenhower, a frequent attendee who warmly welcomed the young couple to his pew. Cordrey came home to Sussex County, opened RSC Farms, joined St. Mark’s Episcopal Church, the Millsboro Lion’s Club and then, in 1965, the Millsboro Town Council. He was elected to the Delaware House of Representatives in 1970 and then defeated the State Senate incum-
bent by about 60 votes in 1972. He would become the longest-serving state senate president pro tempore in the United States (at that time), after a stint as Senate majority leader. Back then, legislative districts were much larger and covered a bigger geographic chunk of southeast Sussex County. “That’s a lot of territory, and he served it very well,” said state Rep. Valerie Jones Giltner. “Sen. Richard S. Cordrey offered a lot of success to the State of Delaware and to the General Assembly.” Cordrey’s name is also on the De-
Hocker and was able to obtain $60,000 in community transportation funding for paving projects. “They have put us in their system, so we will be doing paving,” Long said, adding that the Town budget includes funding to pave several streets in town,
“and this will offset the cost.”
ment department, at a cost of $5,700. Long said the Town’s 2027-fiscalyear budget includes $10,000 for new software, which Long described as “a dream to work with” because it will digitize the building permit process without requiring handwritten paperwork. “We can just spit out reports, instead of writing things down. People can pay online. This will track and search everything to do with a particular address,” she said, adding that it will also integrate with the Town’s system.
Council OKs new software The council approved Long’s recommendation to purchase Cloudpermit software for the Town’s code enforce-
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Concern about new power line During the Public Comments portion of the meeting, a resident said a new power line is being installed at the Kingfisher residential development near him, “And they are tearing things up.” He asked the council if the electric company was required to get a permit from the Town to put in a new power line, and Long said the work is being done within the development’s easement. Long said the company would have needed “some kind of sign-off from a state agency, but it is not the Town’s road. It is private land, and it is a DelDOT street.” “I guarantee you, if they hit your water line, I wouldn’t be getting the same answer,” the man said. “They are tearing up our irrigation system.” Long said she would pass along his concern to an electric company official who can answer his questions. “That’s what I like — a town that is going to support us,” he said.
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Lighthouse Lakes resident Steve Martino told the council the community has had “a lot of brown water issues.” Long told him brown water is from Artesian, the company that supplements the Town’s water supply. “You’re not getting our water. There is not anything we can do to change or adjust in our plant,” Long said. Duncan said there is a lot of construction in Selbyville, and when the water distribution gets disrupted, it can cause brown water.
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Collins looks back, while looking ahead By Susan Canfora Staff Reporter State Rep. Rich Collins has his heart set on going out to sea, voyaging to New England with his wife, Susie, after retiring from public office. The 77-year-old Millsboro resident and father of three — Kristen, Eric and Karen — and grandfather of five, didn’t seek re-election to represent the 41st District, as he has since 2014, and his term will end in November. The 41st District includes Millsboro, Dagsboro, Frankford and Selbyville and the unincorporated communities of Roxana and Gumboro. A native of Seaford and graduate of Seaford High School and the University of Delaware, Collins is widely known as one of the most conservative members of the Delaware General Assembly and has been an outspoken critic of government actions he said “infringed on citizens’ freedoms.” He has authored bills aimed at reducing taxes, limiting state agencies’ regulatory authority and increasing government accountability, according to the announcement of his plan not to seek reelection. During an interview late last year, when he announced he would not seek re-election, Collins told the Coastal Point that he has “fought 100 percent of the time for fiscal responsibility, less spending, fewer taxes and fewer regulations by working with the Democrats and attempting to persuade them” and has “mostly focused on not doing things.” “I have never voted for tax increases. The government has more money than they need, and the more money they get they will spend. So I have been able to stop many taxes and fees. When I was growing up, we did not go around thinking, all day long, ‘What is the government going to do for us today?’ “Now, there are millions of people in this country who go around all day long thinking that. ‘What am I going to get from the government?’ Even poor people. But they don’t realize they are paying for it in ways like the registration for their vehicles, in gas tax, in gross receipt tax for everything you buy,” he said. Retired from a career in the insurance industry as the owner of Access Insurance & Financial Services, he was also a teacher and farmer and is the former executive director of the Positive Growth Alliance, whose members are dedicated to protecting property rights. Collins talked to the Coastal Point about his years in office, future plans and the legacy he hopes to leave. Q. Three candidates are running to succeed you in the primary — Republicans John Atkins, Doug Conaway and Jacki
Slonin. Who are you supporting? A. I am endorsing Doug Conaway 100 percent. I am fully behind him. I don’t want to say anything about the other two, just that I am endorsing him. He has an incredible résumé. He enlisted in the military and served seven years, then he wanted to become a policeman. He joined the New Castle County Police, then he joined the Delaware State Police, then after 9/11, he reenlisted. He gave up his entire state police career and the pension to rejoin the military, and he served for another 20 years. He has been all over the world. Near the end of his career, he was in charge of something like 300,000 troops. He was working for generals. It was his job to manage 300,000 troops, so he has tremendous executive experience. I have gotten to know him. He is a man of faith, very honest and serious about life. I think he’s going to be a responsible, mature representative, and I think he and I are going to work together a little bit. If he wins, he will be the elected official, not me, but he is interested in continuing some of the priorities I had. He is not going to be mealy-mouthed.
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Collins Continued from page A5 can vote for somebody else. I don’t want to fool somebody into voting for me. Q. Have you ever regretted your decision not to run again? A. Quite the opposite. I realized if I ran again and served two years, I would be almost 80 when I got done. Physically, I am still in pretty good shape. A lot of things, I have put aside for years, things to do for other people. Plus, I’d like to accomplish a few things before I can’t do it anymore. I don’t want to wake up and find out, physically, I can’t do it anymore. I farm a little bit. I repair and rebuild antique machinery. I intend to travel with my wife. I want to take our boat on a voyage to New England, at least to the cape. We were going to go to the Holy Land. Our church — Crossroads Church between Georgetown and Bridgeville — was organizing a trip and we went to the meetings, and because of the invasion of Hamas we never got to go. Then this war came up and we also heard incredible stories about a lot of walking and hills that we might not be able to do. We do want to go to the Creation Museum in Kentucky, though. Q. What will you miss the most about being in office? A. Not a whole lot. My life has
Coastal Point changed. Nobody lives forever, and I don’t have that many years left to argue about it. I want to get on to the next phase of my life and do things for people in ways other than politics. Q. Do you have interest in ever running again, for any office? A. I’ll be very honest. If there was any way of winning for a Republican, I’d be interested in running for governor, but I’ve learned about tilting at windmills. The registration numbers are just too out of whack. To win, it’s going to take someone with a lot more resources than I have and a lot more energy. Q. What concerns you about the future? A. I’d like to think I had some value in being in office. There are thousands of years of history there. And now, somebody is going to do something. I stopped obsessing about it. We are going to fumble our way through it, either for the good or for the bad. Once I’m out of office, I will have very little influence compared to what I have had, and I fully understand that. People only want to know about the guy who just won. I have had my chance to speak many times, and I think I’m close to being done. That doesn’t mean there won’t be issues that come up that I won’t try to have influence over. In general, I intend to do my thing and let others take over. Q. What are you most proud of during your years in office?
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A. As far as legislation, I am proud that a bill got passed in the Senate, HB329, that I worked on. [The bill, primarily sponsored by Collins, places limits on a governor’s emergency-declaration powers.] It started with COVID and the lockdown. I felt it was wrong. I felt it was not right for the state to be run by just one person, by the governor, for so long. When the emergency was declared by our governor, the General Assembly didn’t even meet for months. We were supposed to go back in session, but we never met again until the very last few days of the session, and that was all by video, which had never been done before. What people didn’t understand, in my opinion, is we are supposed to have three branches of government, but for at least a year, there was no legislative branch and there was no judicial branch, either. The courts were shut down. You could not go to court. You could not go to trial. There was no way to do it. If the General Assembly had said, back then, we’ve got to pass a bill and not do that anymore, the governor would have vetoed it. This way, we set up a system by, if after six months of an emergency, if the General Assembly wanted to, they could meet and they could pass a concurrent resolution that does not require the governor’s signature that says the emergency has
ended. My fear is that, someday, you might have a governor that we don’t know yet who could be totally abusive or really wrong. And you don’t want that person running the state single-handedly. That creates legal ways for the General Assembly to make sure the government can function the way it is supposed to under the constitution. Q. You have said you’re proud of your ability to work as well with liberals as with conservatives. A. Yes, and I have. I have worked closely with Democrats and liberals. I have a lot of good friends who are not in any way on my side on many issues, but if you look with an open mind and observe, most of those legislators have no voice. They just do what they’re told. Q. What do you think of Gov. Matt Meyer? A. I don’t have a lot of problems with Gov. Meyer. I’m not here to demonize him in any way. Q. What legacy do you hope to leave? A. That I wanted to try to protect the average person, to help them have a better life. It means helping people to become independent, to stand on their own two feet, to understand the virtue of being able to do that. And I hope some of that got through. I see too many people out there that, if they continue down the path they are going now, they’ll never have a good life.
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DelDOT dropping speed limit to 40 on Route 54 By Susan Canfora Staff Reporter At the request of Selbyville town officials, the speed limit will be lowered on Route 54 at Lighthouse Crossing, with new signs expected to be up in coming weeks. “The speed limit will be reduced to 40 mph beginning at the Lighthouse Crossing clubhouse and continuing to Hudson Road. After Hudson Road, the speed
Millville Continued from page A1 Town Engineer Andrew J. Lyons Jr. said the plans will add around 15 parking spots. Blakeney said the town code requires 13 spots, and there are currently 20 on the property. Property owner Sean Malone told the council he has contacted “all five” delivery companies to ask drivers not to park their trucks on the street while the parking lot is constructed. Once the work is completed, the trucks will have space to park near the dumpster pad, Blakeney said. Also on July 14, Town Code Enforcement Officer Eric Evans presented bids for tables and cornhole games to be installed at Evans Park, in the area of the pickleball courts. The low bidder
limit will return to 50 mph,” an announcement on the Town’s website at www.selbyville.delaware.gov stated. “We encourage all drivers to watch for the new signs, slow down and help keep our community roads safe for all,” it stated. Mayor Rick Duncan this week told the Coastal Point that the Town made the request for the speed limit change after hearing from “residents along 54, saying there is excessive speeding.”
“We are still having issues down there with people passing school buses so, hopefully, this will slow people down. I think 40 mph is sufficient,” Duncan said, adding that the new speed limit won’t be in effect until the signs are up. “The original request was submitted to DelDOT in August 2023,”Town Manager Stacey Long told the Coastal Point. “The Town was then advised to present a traffic and speed study to support the reduction in speed.The Selbyville Police
Department conducted that study and presented the results back to DelDOT in December 2024. We have been waiting for DelDOT to review and approve since. “Traffic entering and exiting the many developments on Lighthouse Road, by reducing the speed it made for a safer vehicular entrance and exit,” she said. Long said she was told that DelDOT has placed a work order for sign installation, but she was not given a date when the signs will be erected.
was HCE Site Maintenance & Hardscaping, at $54,540, not including the proposed tables. The tables will be multi-use and made of concrete. They will have imprinted game boards for chess, checkers and backgammon that can be used if park visitors bring their own game pieces. Town Manager Eileen Scerra said she will proceed with a grant application that would net the Town $50,000 in State funding for park improvements, to be matched by the Town. The council on July 14 also voted to approve an ambulance subscription service with the Roxana Volunteer Fire Company, whose service area now includes part of Millville. The agreement is for three years. In connection with that agreement — the first with the
Roxana fire company — the Town agreed to pay the fee assessed by the fire company for its residents, as it has for the Millville Volunteer Fire Company’s fees in recent years. The council also approved the establishment of a permanent Park Planning Committee, to take the place of the current ad hoc committee. That decision came after some pushback from Town Council Treasurer Joseph Parent, who objected to the committee’s current structure, consisting of two council members and one noncouncil member, chaired by a council member. “The problem I have is that the two council members are one vote short of a bloc,” Parent said. When Council Secretary Deborah Sosnoski commented that other town
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Tabled ’til next month: A look at permitting in Millsboro By Laura Walter Staff Reporter Keeping track of municipal laws can feel like an extra layer on a person’s todo list. Whether they want to open a business, build a garage, host a fundraiser run, reserve parks for a special event or throw a parade for a favorite championship-winning sports team (hey, we can all dream) — it probably needs a permit from Town Hall. And permits are handled differently for every municipality and for every need. People should expect different fees and requirements. Recently, the Millsboro Town Coun-
cil finalized a variety of big project permits even though the applicants did not attend the meetings — but they also delayed decisions for event permits because other applicants didn’t attend to present their case. So it prompted the question: What is required to get a permit? Or what are people missing when they apply and don’t get approved? First of all, the Millsboro Town Council is not approving projects blindly. Council members ask questions, request more information, delay approvals or even vote against projects that do not satisfy. Other times, seemingly major proj-
ects are approved without company representatives even being present. That’s often because the public, the town council and their hired experts (engineers, attorneys, municipal experts) have already reviewed it in previous months. Over the course of months or years, professional builders or designers have submitted piles of information as projects go through committee meetings or public hearings. For instance, Beebe Healthcare’s emergency department at Sheep Pen Road has been the center of much public discussion, including a special committee and informational meeting. So, by July 6, the town council had ap-
proved the final site plan (which is essentially permission to build) with little discussion and no Beebe representatives present. That’s because “The most important part is the preliminary site plan,” which came months ago, explained Town Manager Jamie Burk. That stage of approval is typically when governments really examine a project’s scope and impact. After a developer receives state permits, Town engineers confirm that the project has met all requirements and can recommend final site-plan approval. It can be such a simple sign-off that some towns do it administratively in the office, Burk said, although the Millsboro Town Council prefers to give that final approval. “That’s why [applicants] might not come, because they already have all the [other approvals],” Burk said. Similarly, on June 6, the council gave a quick approval for the amenity plan at the Somerton Chase housing development (pool, bathrooms, mechanical equipment), with little discussion and See PERMITS page A9
Bypass Continued from page A4 partment of Agriculture headquarters. “I have had the two best jobs anyone has ever had in the world — being a legislator and being a farmer,” he reportedly said. He was major proponent of dualizing Route 113 from Selbyville to Dover — a project that completely opened to motorists on his final day as a state senator. In a way, the road naming represents friendship and bipartisanship. It’s appropriate that Cordrey’s bypass is a new connection from Route 113 to John J. Williams Highway (Route 24), because the two men were important political figures and friends who brainstormed Delaware’s challenges together. “Small-town friendships were often more important than politics in the southern Delaware of those times,” the naming legislation states. “Senator Cordrey, a lifelong Democrat, and [U.S]. Senator Williams, a lifelong Republican, put aside party differences in the interests of the state they both loved so well.” This bill “unit[es] these old friends in perpetuity.” The Senate Bill 349 sponsors were a bipartisan and geographic mix of legislators, including Senate Minority Whip Brian G. Pettyjohn (R-19th), Rep. Jeff Hilovsky (R-4th), Senate President Pro Tempore David P. Sokola (D-8th), Rep. Valerie Jones Giltner (R-37th) and Speaker of the House Melissa MinorBrown (D-17th). The votes were unanimously in favor, except for Millsboro’s Rep. Rich Collins (R-41st), who left the chamber during the bill presentation.
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Permits Continued from page A8 no representative. The council also renewed a 20-year franchise agreement allowing Chesapeake Utilities to sell natural gas in town, including paying a fee to the Town that could bring in five figures of revenue. “That’s all handled with attorneys” to negotiate the contract, Burk said. So the town council can act on the attorney’s recommendations. The town council asked some questions of town staff and approved the document. Chesapeake Utilities did not attend the meeting. On the other hand, Sussex Community Pharmacy’s owner and design engineer did attend a meeting in person to recap their project on July 6. The council quickly approved that final site plan as well.
People need to show up for permit requests Those seemingly easy development approvals were actually the result of much planning and research already done at Town Hall. But they contrast with several permits that had their consideration delayed recently due to lack of information. And if a decision is tabled or delayed, everyone has to wait four weeks for the next monthly council meeting. Earlier this spring, a church requested to host a praise day at the park but didn’t send anyone to the council meeting. So the council tabled its special-events decision for a month, until someone could come answer questions. “‘How loud were you going to have music?’ And that was something the [Town] staff couldn’t answer,” Burk explained. Someone else tried to pull together a charity run this summer. The applica-
Coastal Point tion first arrived on April 28, town staff had been communicating with the applicant, and it was on the council’s July 6 agenda — less than a week before the intended event. But without a representative there to describe their special event, the council was asking road and safety details that no one could answer. The applicant had been encouraged to contact the local fire department and police to plan race routes and road closures. So, finally, the event was denied, or at least delayed, until the applicant sends more concrete plans. Beyond events, there was also a zoning issue that both Town Hall and a property owner wanted to clear up, possibly due to an old Town Hall typo or misfiling. The individual was encouraged to attend the council meeting on July 6, but they were absent. Without their input, the council delayed its decision until more questions can be answered.
What is the threshold for attending council meetings? “They’re told that they’re supposed to be here,” Burk told the Coastal Point. “It just helps to have a representative here to answer questions … when [council members] want to get into details.” Millsboro Town Code says that the town manager is in charge of “specialevents” permits: as any outdoor activity that is expected to “affect the ordinary use of the public streets, rights-of-way, or sidewalks” by gathering people beyond the typical use of that private or public property. That includes fundraisers, festivals, races, religious activities, concerts, commercial events and more. “The Town Manager (or his/her designee) shall, within seven days of receipt of a special event permit application, approve, deny and/or mod-
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ify the application,” the code says. The applicant can appeal that decision or modify the permit within five days. Appeals can be sent to the town council for final decision. The town manager and police chief should calculate any special personnel or supplies that the applicant will need to reimburse. “To promote peace and good order, and particularly to prevent interference and obstruction of the lawful use of the streets, the Town Manager, upon proper application, shall issue permits for special events and shall have the power to designate” the time, location, permitted routes and streets, the code states. In practice, Burk said, he does approve many event permits administratively. But in practice, the council also prefers to approve special events that close public roads or use the Cupola Park stage. “I’ve been here eight years. That’s just the way it’s been done,” Burk ex-
plained. That means some special-event permits will go to the council (sometimes more than once, if the applicant doesn’t attend the meeting on the first Monday night of the month). So people may want to submit their special-event permit request further out than the 30-day minimum. It may not always be convenient for people to attend evening council meetings. Workdays are long, and people have nighttime responsibilities at home. Companies might need to pay employees for after-hours attendance. (Millsboro does offer virtual attendance through Zoom, which has allowed the public or presenters to speak from home.) But, often, attending a town council meeting is the only way to get things done in real time. Permit applicants are encouraged to ask questions and learn more from Millsboro Town Hall at (302) 934-8171 and www.millsboro.org/business.
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South Bethany historical storyboard to be unveiled Neck before the Assawoman Canal existed, on all colonial maps up through the 19th century, called that whole area Cathills Marsh. And we all giggle, because we have no idea who the cat was. I have no idea,” she said, “but it started all the way back to the colonial time on maps. “This new storyboard is about that history, so it is about South Bethany, including the neighborhood they call Cat Hill, which was named after this historical designation,” Grimes said, adding that the storyboard, erected on a post, measures about 4 by 3 feet. “What is lovely about the storyboard is we wanted to teach people about the history of what Coastal Point • Submitted became South Bethany before Standing by the York Road storyboard are Kimberly Grimes of the South Bethany Historical the 20th century, and this allowed Society, right, and her sister Rebecca Mais, far left, and her mother, Sandy Robertson, center. us to do it. South Bethany is the youngest of all our beach towns. By Susan Canfora read, and hear, about the history of the South Bethany was just sort of marsh, Staff Reporter town, founded in 1952 and now with farmland and open land until the midabout 450 year-round residents. 20th century. “This storyboard is not only for Cat A new storyboard explaining the his“I get excited, because I love history,” Hill,” explained Kimberly Grimes, a tory of South Bethany will be unveiled Grimes said. “I’m an anthropologist, and member of the South Bethany Historical I’m interested in what was going on here. during a public ceremony Saturday Society responsible for the erection of morning, July 18, on Canal Road. We may not have had a town, but things storyboards in town. The public is welcome to the 9:30 have been going on here since indige“Historically, all of the north-south a.m. event, where coffee and doughnuts nous times.” South Bethany and out over to Muddy will be provided and where guests can Interestingly, Grimes said, it’s unclear
which tribe lived in the South Bethany area, because European settlers “brought with them diseases,” such as smallpox, measles, gonorrhea and syphilis, for which indigenous tribes had no immunity, so 85 to 95 percent of Native Americans died. “There were tribes here, but they disappeared faster than anybody recorded their name,” Grimes said. She urged the public to attend the unveiling to learn more about South Bethany. Fellow historical society member Diann Nazarian explained that storyboards were started many years ago by the historical society and are on Evergreen Road, in the York Road area and in Cat Hill. “Most of the history of South Bethany is in the storyboards on Evergreen. It starts from Day 1. We must have five or six of them. They are on posts and beautifully done. They are all weather-protected,” she said. “Everybody is taken aback by the cemetery. They didn’t realize there was one there. That is a very neat story, the cemetery at Cat Hill,” Nazarian said. “It is interesting. A lot of people walk down Canal Drive, and they will stop and it overlooks the creek there — Jefferson Creek — and they stop and read it. “History is a wonderful thing. People should know our history.”
Union Wesley hosting 182nd Annual Camp Meeting Union Wesley United Methodist Church in Frankford is hosting its 182nd Annual Camp Meeting from July 18 through Aug. 2. The theme is from 2 Chronicles 7:14, which reads: “If my people, which are called by my name, shall humble themselves, and pray and seek my face, and turn from their wicked
ways; then will I hear from heaven, and forgive their sin, and will heal their land.” The schedule for the camp meeting is: • Saturday, July 18, at 7 p.m. — The Rev. Terrell Holmes, Jesus is Lord Church of Deliverance, Georgetown; • Sunday, July 19, at 10 a.m. — The
Rev. Sandra Foreman, Union Wesley United Methodist Church in Clarksville; and at 4 p.m. — The Rev. Ronald Hall, Victory & Praise Worship Center, Millsboro; • Saturday, July 25, at 6 p.m. — The Rev. Priscilla Ousley, Free Will Baptist Church in Luray, Va.; • Sunday, July 26, at 10 a.m. — The
Rev. Sandra Foreman, Union Wesley United Methodist Church; and at 4 p.m. Rev. Eloise Gordy, Zoar United Methodist Church in Selbyville; • Monday, July 27, at 7 p.m. — The Rev. Donald Redden, Grace Tabernacle of Deliverance in Laurel; • Wednesday, July 29 through Friday, July 31 — Vacation Bible School in the Fellowship Hall, from noon to 3 p.m. each day; • Wednesday, July 29, at 7 p.m. — Youth and young adult worship experience “Waves of Wonder” featuring the Rev. Tesha Miller, Macedonia AME Church in Seaford, along with Ken Huff and Mr. Greenwood; • Friday, July 31, at 7 p.m. — Joy Night, featuring invited choirs, quartets, soloists, praise dancers and more; • Saturday, Aug. 1, 1-3 p.m. — Family Fun Day Picnic on the campground; and, at 6 p.m., the Rev. Alisa Johnson, House of Prayer in Selbyville; • Sunday, Aug. 2, at 10 a.m. — The Rev. Sandra Foreman, Union Wesley United Methodist Church in Clarksville; and, at 3:30 p.m., the Rev. Bobby Bull, from Mt. Pleasant Church in Rehoboth Beach, with the camp closing following the afternoon service (featuring Brother Linden Tunnell and Sister Janie Tunnell Miller).
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Fenwick hosting annual bonfire By Kerin Magill Staff Reporter Fenwick Island is getting ready for its biggest social event of the year — the annual Town Bonfire. Held each year in July, the event is a bit later in the season this year due partly to the availability of DJ Sky, who has been the bonfire’s music provider and master of ceremonies for the past several years. This year’s bonfire is set for Saturday, July 18, from 4 to 7 p.m. on the beach at Bayard Street. The bonfire is a fundraiser for the Fenwick Island Beach Patrol and helps the lifeguard squad fund its annual trip to the annual United States Lifesaving Association’s championship, to be held
this year in Florida. Although the bonfire is free to attend, a major focus is the silent auction, for which Fenwick Island’s Beach Committee spends months gathering items donated by local businesses. This year’s auction features an array of items, ranging from artwork to minivacation packages, according to Beach Committee Chairman Kurt Zanelotti. Some of the items awaiting bids at the bonfire include: • Surfwear and beach paraphernalia from Atlantic Shoals surf shop; • A two-night off-season stay at the Fenwick Shores Hotel, • Golf packages from Ruark Golf (Rum Pointe) and Bayside Golf Club; • A gift basket from The Station
restaurant; • A gift card from Surf Bagel; • A fishing rod and reel from Fenwick Bait & Tackle; and • Artwork from Carolina Street Home & Garden. In addition to the auction, the lifeguards will be on hand to lead children’s games, including the much-anticipated yearly “tug of war” competition with the FIBP, Zanelotti said. He encouraged those attending to “bring their own s’mores fixings” for the bonfire, as well as blankets and chairs. “We’re looking forward to a great night,” Zanelotti said. The rain date for the bonfire is Sunday, July 19.
South Bethany turning to flags to up safety By Susan Canfora Staff Reporter PVC pipes — each holding several reflective orange flags — are expected to be erected at three intersections on both sides of Route 1, from the south to the north ends of South Bethany by the end of summer, to help keep pedestrians safe. Called “Grab a Flag,” the initiative — possibly the first one in Delaware — will allow pedestrians and those walking their bicycles across the busy, four-lane highway, to wave a bright flag at drivers, making them more visible, then cross the street, and then return the flag to a receptacle on the other side. Each pipe will be 3 to 5 feet high and hold about 15 flags, South Bethany Police Chief Jason Lovins said. Town Councilman Bob Shields, who is also chairman of the Town’s Bicycle & Pedestrian Safety Committee, said the Town is close to getting approval for Grab a Flag and hopes to have it in place this summer. The cost to the Town wasn’t yet available. “We will start with two intersections on both sides of the road, at Bayshore
Corrections A couple corrections and a clarification from last week’s article on the Freeman Arts Pavilion’s new facilities: • Michelle Freeman is founder and chair of the Joshua M. Freeman Foundation. • Patti Grimes is executive director of the Joshua M. Freeman Foundation. •Also, the article should have specified that the spaces on either side of the stage are available for those who purchase additional “Patio Passes” for shows at the venue. As always, blame our editor. And then call him really mean names.
Drive and Anchorage,” said Shields. “South Bethany has 13 intersections. Three of them have traffic lights with pedestrian crossing indicators. These are at the beginning of South Bethany, at Evergreen, and at York and Division streets. Those are protected by pedestrians’ walk signs. Then we have four yellow flashing beacons at intersections. “So that means there are six other crosswalks which, right now, don’t have
any other protection. We were originally hoping to start Grab a Flag by Memorial Day, and we are still hoping to get it done this summer,” Shields said, referring those interested in more information to the website at www.seemeflags.com. The website describes the initiative as “a simple, proven crosswalk safety See FLAGS page A12
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Flags Continued from page A11 system that helps drivers see pedestrians and stop before they enter the roadway.”
According to the website, a pedestrian in America is injured every nine minutes and killed every 72 minutes by a vehicle, and studies determined the flags “will stop up to 80 percent of cars when used by pedestrians.”
Shields said committee and town council members are “excited about this.” “A lot of people nationwide are doing it, and it is having good effects. One of our committee members saw it
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Fitting that Cordrey featured on new bypass One item in that hectic final week of the Delaware State legislative session at the end of June that might have slipped past even the most watchful eyes was the introduction and passing of a bill that honors one of Sussex County’s most prominent and respected names. Pending a signature from the governor, the new North Millsboro Bypass will be named the “Senator Richard S. Cordrey Bypass.” Cordrey was a farmer who was born in Millsboro, served in the U.S. Army and returned home. He served in the Delaware General Assembly from 1970 to 1996 and was Secretary of Finance for thenGov. Ruth Ann Minner from 2005 to 2009. His accomplishments were many, including contributing to financial reforms, such as Delaware’s “Rainy Day Fund” reserve account, and an annual budgetary spending cap of 98 percent of anticipated General Fund revenues. In the 1980s, he contributed to Delaware’s landmark Financial Center Development Act, which helped make the state a national banking center. In addition, Cordrey was at one point the longest-serving state senate president pro tempore in the United States, after serving as
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senate majority leader. His name also appears on the Department of Agriculture headquarters. “I have had the two best jobs anyone has ever had in the world — being a legislator and being a farmer,” he was reported as having said. On his final day as a state senator, he saw Route 113 become a dualized highway from Selbyville to Dover — one of his pet projects. The fact that the bypass carrying his name connects from Route 113 to John J. Williams Highway is also of note, as Cordrey was close to Williams, and the two often worked together in the interest of the community they served. “Small-town friendships were often more important than politics in the southern Delaware of those times,” reads the legislation honoring Cordrey. “Senator Cordrey, a lifelong Democrat, and [U.S.] Senator Williams, a lifelong Republican, put aside party differences in the interests of the state they both loved so well.” It is both fitting and appropriate that this bypass bears the name of Richard C. Cordrey, and we hope his story and accomplishments are celebrated into perpetuity.
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There are certain things around our community that make me chuckle. For instance, I always get a kick out of people who call in to the paper to complain about the wild growth we’ve experienced, and preface their comments with, “When we moved here 18 months ago...” I get those calls more than you might think. Or, staying with the growth theme, my frown gets turned upside down when people gripe about all of the crazy development and traffic and how we aren’t going to be able to recognize the place soon, and then metaphorically stand on a social media podium and declare that what we really need here is a Costco, Home Depot and Cheesecake Factory. Darin J. McCann And, look, I completely get that having police officers out on patrol and in different parts of jurisdictions often allows them to respond to incidents more quickly than if everybody was just centralized in one location, but I still find myself smiling when I see an officer parked along Route 26 or 54 during a busy summer day like they are busting speeders while the average speed of motorists is hovering somewhere between 0 and 1 mile per hour. Again, I get that it’s smart to have officers on these roads to respond to accidents or anything else that we need our heroes to react to, but... It still makes me laugh. And it usually makes me laugh for a very long time because, well, I’m just sitting there in traffic with nothing else to do. It’s that same notion that had me smiling when I saw that the Town of Selbyville had posted the following recently, concerning Route 54: “The speed limit will be reduced to 40 mph beginning at the Lighthouse Crossing clubhouse and continuing to Hudson Road. After Hudson Road, the speed limit will return to 50 mph.” For the sake of clarity, I do in fact understand that these roads operate more than three months a year, and that this change will have a far greater impact at night and during the offseason than it will at this time of the year during the zaniness of summer day
driving along either of our two major east-west corridors. But I have also found myself spending more hours idling my gas tank to oblivion on Route 54 this summer than a rational person should, and that I would sell parts of my body for the ability to drive 40 miles per hour. Not all parts, mind you. My thumb navigates my remote control, so that would probably not be up for negotiation, and... But I digress. So, yeah. I do chuckle when I see that “30” sign on Garfield Parkway now when I’m listening to an entire three-hour podcast between DiFebo’s Market and WaWa. “What I would give to drive 30 right now,” I find myself thinking, while I listen to Joe Rogan and his guest eat hallucinogens and pontificate on the “pretty solid information” they have concerning aliens wearing grizzly bear costumes while attacking data centers with COVID vaccines. Want another one that makes me laugh? I do honestly giggle to myself when I hear people talk about “corrupt” town council members taking money from developers. Look, there have been a handful of council members or mayors or administrators over the years throughout the nine towns we cover who I have found lacking in some of the major traits of human decency, if you know what I mean. Jerks. They’re jerks, is what I was trying to say. Or, there are a few others I would consider pretty incompetent in what they do. But they get in these positions because they think they know what’s best for the town or the people they were picked to represent, and they want to be involved in bettering their communities. A lot of the time, they are just rubber-stamping approvals that meet the standards set forth by land-use plans. Unless there’s a variance of some sort, they don’t really get a ton of say. Know how you can learn this for yourself ? Go to a meeting. Watch what happens. Heck, run for office if you think you are the moral compass the world needs you to be. Otherwise, you’re just another source of giggles.
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A $40M opportunity for Delaware students By Nancy Mercante Caesar Rodney Institute A new Federal Scholarship Tax Credit (FSTC) program could direct nearly $40 million annually in private educational funding to Delaware students if just 15 percent of eligible taxpayers participate, according to an analysis by Education Reform Now (ERN). The scholarships could help students pay for tutoring, tuition, transportation, summer programs and other educational services. But there is a catch. Under federal law, Delaware students can benefit from the program only if Delaware chooses to participate. The IRS has made clear that states must elect to participate and identify eligible Scholarship Granting Organizations before taxpayers can receive the credit for contributions made within that state. Gov. Matt Meyer therefore has the opportunity to make Delaware students eligible for these scholarships. To ensure Delaware students can benefit when the program begins in 2027, he will need to opt Delaware into the program.
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Taxpayers can redirect federal tax dollars to Delaware student scholarships The FSTC program is straightforward. If Gov. Meyer opts Delaware into the program, Delaware taxpayers would be able to voluntarily redirect up to $1,700 of their federal tax liability annually to an approved Scholarship Granting Organization (SGO) and receive a dollar-for-dollar federal tax credit. Any eligible taxpayer may participate, whether or not they have children. Rather than sending up to $1,700 to the IRS general fund, taxpayers would be able to direct those dollars toward educational opportunities for Delaware students. The SGO would then award scholarships to eligible families. It’s that simple. Approved SGOs determine eligibility and award scholarships under federal rules and oversight. The program is designed to be accessible to a broad crosssection of middle-class families, enabling many Delaware families to qualify.
Relief to state budget pressures The program’s greatest strength is its flexibility. Rather than funding institutions, it helps students. Families may use the scholarship funds for eligible educational services that best meet their children’s needs. The benefits could be especially meaningful for lower-income and working-class families. They often have the greatest need for supplemental educational support but the least resources to pay for it. The program could also help vulnerable students. Foster children, homeless students, and others facing significant challenges could receive services tailored to their individual needs. Importantly, the scholarships would: • Not replace but supplement existing education funding; • Not require any state appropriations; See MERCANTE page A15
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Letters Reader disappointed in Bethany’s decision Editor: It was so nice to see the celebratory Fourth of July parade pictures in the Coastal Point that took place in Fenwick, Ocean View and Salt Pond. Similar pictures appeared in another local publication of the parade in Lewes. Both the parade participants and spectators looked enthusiastic, joyful and full of pride celebrating not only July 4th but our nation’s 250th birthday as well. It was also a sad reminder of how disappointing it was that our age-old, traditional Bethany Beach parade did not go forth this year simply because of a hot weather forecast which is typical this time of year and which has been the case in many previous years. I did not hear of one single heat related medical emergency during the most recent parades. Both Friday, July 3, (Bethany’s scheduled parade) and Saturday, July 4, (when most other parades took place)
Mercante Continued from page A14 • Not reduce local school funding; and • Not place additional tax burdens on Delawareans. Instead, taxpayer contributions made through the Federal Scholarship Tax Credit program would create a new stream of educational funding that can help students succeed.
Meyer’s decision Gov. Meyer has publicly acknowledged Delaware’s literacy challenges and the urgency of improving student out-
were similar weather conditions. Now in my 60s, as someone who has attended the Bethany July 4th parade as long as I can remember, it’s concerning what type of precedent was set. If the Town is so concerned about monitoring the heat tolerance of those who choose to participate in parade festivities, perhaps they should schedule future parades to begin at 9 or 10 a.m. Despite the disappointment here in Bethany, I hope that everyone had a safe and happy Fourth of July and are enjoying the pride that I do of being an American. Gini Bepko Bethany Beach
Reader unhappy with parking ticket Editor’s note: The following letter was addressed to a Bethany Beach Police officer and was sent to the Coastal Point for publication. We took out a mention of the officer’s identity for this letter. I wanted to take a moment to excomes. Opting into this program would be a practical step toward addressing those challenges. It would bring millions of dollars in additional educational support to Delaware students without increasing state spending or reducing public-school funding. More than half of the states have already chosen to participate, and Delaware risks becoming an outlier if it declines, leaving Delaware students without access to scholarship opportunities available to students in participating states. The question before Delaware is straightforward: Should Delaware students and families have access to millions of dollars in additional educational
press my deepest, most heartfelt appreciation for your unwavering dedication to protecting the streets of Bethany Beach from one of society’s greatest threats: a vehicle parked approximately one foot over a yellow line. On July 11, 2026, while I foolishly believed I had done the difficult part — purchasing and displaying the proper parking permit — I completely overlooked the far more dangerous offense of allowing my tire to drift ever so slightly beyond a painted stripe. Thankfully, you were there to restore order before my reckless disregard for geometry plunged the town into chaos. I’m sure the pedestrians who safely walked around my vehicle slept better that night knowing justice had been served. Some people might think officers should spend their valuable time addressing impaired drivers, theft, reckless speeding, or emergencies. Fortunately, Bethany Beach has clearly solved all those insignificant issues, allowing its finest to focus on the truly pressing cri-
sis: microscopic parking imperfections. The precision is admirable. NASA lands spacecraft on moving asteroids, but even they might hesitate before attempting the level of exactness apparently required to park on your streets. I especially appreciate that common sense never clouded your judgment. It would have been easy to notice that I had paid for parking, wasn’t occupying another space, wasn’t blocking traffic, and wasn’t attempting to avoid paying. Thankfully, rules remained rules, and compassion was kept safely locked away where it couldn’t interfere with efficiency. What a comforting message for visitors: “Come enjoy our beautiful beach — but remember, a perfectly valid permit is merely the admission fee. The real challenge is proving your mastery of line placement.” I can only imagine the pride you must have felt issuing that citation.
support, or should that opportunity be missed and instead go to students in states that choose to participate? That decision now rests with Gov. Meyer.
Nancy Mercante is the director of the Center for Education Policy at the Caesar Rodney Institute, and founder and president of Citizens for Delaware Schools.
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History Book Festival announces 2026 lineup The first and only book festival in the country devoted exclusively to history will return to Lewes this fall. Founded in 2016, the History Book Festival is an independent nonprofit dedicated to building historical literacy through well-researched, well-told stories. In 2025, more than 7,000 people attended presentations at the festival, covering a broad range of topics by both well-known and emerging authors. The 10th annual History Book Festival (HBF) is set for Friday to Sunday, Sept. 25-27. HBF showcases new historical fiction and narrative nonfiction from multiple subjects, eras and voices. More than 90 percent of the festival’s author presentations are free and open to all, drawing readers from 30 states and
abroad to this one-of-a-kind event at the Delaware beaches. HBF authors also visit Delaware classrooms, from preschool to college, and the festival gives their books to schools, libraries and community organizations, in an effort to provide an engaging way to inspire readers of all ages to enjoy learning about history. The festival will open on Friday, Sept. 25, with a ticketed keynote event exploring the Iranian Revolution, featuring authors Ben Macintyre and Scott Anderson. Macintyre has written for The Times (UK) for over three decades. His book “Redwood: The Untold Story of the Cold War’s Most Extraordinary Spy” reveals how American and British intelligence cracked the Kremlin’s secret plot to overthrow the fledgling Islamist
regime in the wake of the 1979 religious revolution. Anderson is a veteran war correspondent whose book “King of Kings: The Iranian Revolution” tells the story of Shah Mohammad Reza Pahlavi and how his ouster blindsided the United States. The event is presented by Griswold Homecare for Sussex & Kent Counties and Groome Church. The ticketed closing event on Sunday, Sept. 27, will feature co-authors Victoria Christopher Murray and Marie Benedict, who will discuss their book “A Pair of Aces: A Novel.”The work explores the unlikely alliance of two trailblazing women on opposite sides of the law — a prosecutor and a madam — who team up to bring down notorious mob boss Lucky Luciano in 1930s New York.
Eunice Carter, assistant district attorney for the City of New York and Manhattan’s first Black female prosecutor, and Polly Adler, high-class brothel madam, risk their lives to end the reign of Luciano. Murray and Benedict are the New York Times bestselling co-authors of “The Personal Librarian” and “The First Ladies.” Victoria Christopher Murray has written 30 novels, including “Harlem Rhapsody,” a 2025 NPR Best Book of the Year. Among Benedict’s bestselling books selected for national book clubs are “The Only Woman in the Room,” “The Other Einstein” and “Carnegie’s Maid.” The event is being presented by the Delaware Community Foundation. On Saturday, Sept. 26, attendees can access their choice of 20 author presentations in various venues in Lewes, all free of charge. Books will be available for purchase at each venue, and they may also be bought in advance at Browseabout Books in Rehoboth Beach, the festival’s official bookseller. Authors will be available to personalize books after their presentations and, at the end of the day, presenters and audiences can come together to celebrate and discuss their festival experience at a “spirited discussion” presented by Dogfish Head Beer & Benevolence. This year’s event is presented by the Lee Ann Wilkinson Group, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices/PenFed Realty, with help from many community organizations, especially the Lewes Public Library, Historic Lewes and Browseabout Books. For more information, go to historybookfestival.org or follow the festival on social media.
Letters Continued from page A15 Somewhere, a criminal undoubtedly sighed in relief, grateful that your attention was fully devoted to my tire placement instead. Please accept my sincere thanks for reminding me that perfection is not merely encouraged in Bethany Beach — it is apparently mandatory. I will forever remember my visit, not for the ocean, the sunsets or the charming town, but for the unforgettable lesson that a painted yellow line deserves more respect than simple reason. The next time I visit, I’ll be sure to bring a tape measure, a surveyor’s transit, perhaps a civil engineer, and maybe even a drone to verify my parking position before exiting my vehicle. It seems only prudent. Again, thank you, Officer “XXX.” Your commitment to defending the integrity of painted pavement has not gone unnoticed. Martha Foster Edenton, N.C.
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The calendar might indicate that Sunday, July 19, is a day to celebrate ice cream. But for one local man, National Ice Cream Day is part of a decades-long love affair with the frozen confection. “I might try some special ice cream on that day,” said Bryan Soronson, a self-described “ice cream aficionado” who lives in Millville part-time. “But for me, every day is National Ice Cream Day.” Soronson has spent the past 40 years pursuing what he calls his “passion” for ice cream. A retired senior administrator for the University of Maryland School of Medicine’s Department of Neurology, Soronson — whose other home is in Owings Mills, Md. — said this week that he has fond memories of eating ice cream with his family as a child, but it was one particular trip as a young adult that cemented his love for ice cream and his fascination with its creation. In Somerville, Mass., he said, a visit to an ice cream parlor called Steve’s Ice Cream turned his tastebuds toward a passion that would take him around the world over the next four decades, tasting, critiquing and learning what makes some ice creams better than others. “I’ve been doing it since the late ’70s, early ’80s,” Soronson said. “When I traveled for work, I would just try to find the best ice cream places,” which he pointed out was more challenging in the days before Google. Over the years, as his interest developed and he began to delve into what makes a good ice cream and why some are better than others, he became a popular source for media in the Baltimore area, with articles about him appearing
in The Sun and the Jewish Times newspapers. He also began doing “ice cream tastings” in which he shared his expertise with others in fun and informative sessions, beginning with groups of people from his “real job” at the University of Maryland. Now, as Soronson and his wife, Diane, are able to spend more time traveling, he often offers ice cream tastings with tour groups all over the world. “It’s just developed into a niche,” he said. “It’s a passion of mine. It’s a little way to differentiate yourself.” Quite tall and thin, Soronson joked that he figures his healthy physique helps keep people from assuming he’s some sort of ice cream glutton. “I eat it every day,” he said, adding that he also gets in around 20,000 steps daily. In Soronson’s quest for quality ice cream, he prefers finding small creameries that use high-quality ingredients. He started a recent lesson, however, in his kitchen, by pulling out three “grocery store brands.” Being able to read the labels helps, he said, because it separates the brands that use “fillers” versus simple, clean ingredients. Air is pumped into ice cream to keep it from hardening too much in the freezer, in a process called “overrun,” Soronson explained. He divides ice creams into three categories: “commercial grade,” which is about 10 percent butter fat and 50 percent air; “premium,” which generally includes better-quality store-bought brands and contains about 12 percent butter fat and still around 50 percent air; and “super-premium,” which is 14 to 17 percent butter fat and only 25 perSee ICE CREAM page A20
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Ice Cream Continued from page A18 cent air. Many grocery-store brands are now labeled “frozen dairy dessert,” instead of “ice cream,” because they have far less butter fat than true ice creams, Soronson said. His major issue with that, he said, is that those brands do not have to divulge how much butter fat is in their product. But, he said, consumers can see what stabilizers are added to their favorite brands simply by reading the ingredients labels. “Lower-fat ice creams use more of these ingredients to simulate the mouth feel” of higher-fat products, he said. Soronson pointed to several grocery store-available brands — including Tillamook, Jeni’s, Häagen-Dazs and Graeter’s (the first three commonly available in Delaware) — as at the top
Coastal Point of his list for quality ice creams. Gelato, Soronson said, is not considered ice cream, simply because it has lower fat content. He noted that its intense flavors come from the specialized production process. “So it’s a frozen dairy dessert, but I wouldn’t compare it to ice cream. It’s totally different,” he said. Soronson is a frequent visitor at ice cream shops in the U.S. and abroad, and his biggest tip, he said, was “taste a bunch of flavors before you order” to make sure to get the best value for the money spent. “A lot of these places make very unique flavors,” he said. “Why not sample them?” Some shops, he said, do not allow tasting, but many do. (His caveat: if a shop is extremely busy, be judicious about tasting too many flavors.) Soronson’s technique for a proper ice cream “tasting” is fairly simple: • Take a small bite. (He has a gold-
plated spoon he carries in his pocket for his ice cream forays.) • Close your eyes. • “Then you coat your tongue with the ice cream. And then you close your mouth, and you inhale and exhale. And it brings the aroma … from the mouth into the nose. • “Think about the mouth feel,” he instructed. “Then, have a little water,” to clear the palate for the next taste. On a recent afternoon, Soronson toured three local shops, all of which produce their own ice cream. DiFebo’s Market in Bethany Beach and Agape Creamery in Millville both produce their ice cream on-site. Bonkey’s in Millville and Ocean View produces their ice cream in their Stewartstown, Pa., headquarters. Although Bonkey’s does not allow sampling, employee Emily Staub suggested the mint chocolate chip, which is one of the flavors Soronson likes to test — and he noted that Bonkey’s is
July 17, 2026 white, not green, which he said he looks for as a sign that artificial colors are not used. His other comments on the Bonkey’s testers was that they were “very good” and “creamy,” with less fat and less air content, which both impacts “mouth feel,” while maintaining highquality ice cream flavors. He also praised Bonkey’s large flavor board, At Agape, Soronson found the “Coconut Joy” to be particularly enjoyable, thanks to its bits of real coconut, and the shop’s “Local Coffee” flavor, made with locally roasted beans from the company that bears the same name as the ice cream flavor, to be a new favorite as well. Roger Marin, vice president and CFO of the Millville Boardwalk entertainment complex — which includes Agape Creamery — said the shop “lets the ice cream speak for itself ” and prides itself on use of locally produced ingredients, from coffee to seasonal fruits. Ice cream at Agape — which Marin called a “locally focused, small-batch, premium ice cream maker” — is a central part of the entertainment experience at Millville Boardwalk, Marin said. At DiFebo’s, owner and chef Lisa DiFebo Osias said she has become a true connoisseur of ice cream through her travels to Italy, where she has trained in the techniques that produce high-quality product in her Bethany Beach kitchen. “It’s such a passion. I only like to use Italian ingredients,” DiFebo Osias said, because she feels they are “wholesome” and “cleaner” than domestic ingredients. She said she finds the process of making ice cream to be a matter of finding the right balance of ingredients. “The sugar content needs to be just right,” and the right “feel” to her is “creamy, smooth and dense.” “I love making it,” she said. “It’s complicated, but it’s easy.” As for Soronson, he said he has yet to foray into making ice cream at home. “I bought an ice-cream maker,” but it’s still in the package, he said. For now, he will continue to travel the world with his gold-plated spoon in his pocket, always looking for a new flavor, searching for the best ice creams out there. He shared a photo of a young grandchild, now learning the joys of ice cream from their ice-cream aficionado grandpa — eyes closed, because the child has already learned that’s one of the first steps in doing a proper tasting. This Sunday, on National Ice Cream Day, find a cup or a cone or, as Soronson suggests, bring home a handpacked pint or a quart from a local shop. He said that’s often the best ice cream deal out there and can be a fun way to group-test some new flavors.
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Wilde Coffee Co. celebrates grand opening Wilde Coffee Company celebrated their grand opening with a ribbon-cutting on Thursday, July 9, in partnership with the BethanyFenwick Area Chamber of Commerce. Friends, family members and Chamber members were in attendance to celebrate. Owned and operated by Carlie Carey and Katie Boyle, Wilde Coffee Co. is a mobile café serving coffee, tea, pastries and more. Named in honor of Carlie Carey’s son Arlo, the new venture, Chamber representatives said, “is rooted in kindness, inclusion, community, good coffee and good food!” Of Wilde Coffee Co.’s net profits, 1 percent is donated to Rising Kites, a nonprofit that celebrates and supports families affected by Down Syndrome. Wilde Coffee Co. is available for weddings, events, markets, parties and more. Follow @wilde.coffee.company on Instagram to learn more.
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First responders from many area agencies participated in active shooter training at Lord Baltimore Elementary School, learning the latest techniques and strategies to try and keep the public as safe as possible.
OVPD hosts active shooter training at LB Elementary By Susan Canfora Staff Reporter From 2000 to 2024, there have been hundreds of active shooter incidents — in schools, businesses, nightclubs or at events — prompting police everywhere to regularly upgrade their response techniques. Ocean View police are among those officers and are regularly trained, said Officer Rhys Bradshaw, the school resource officer at Lord Baltimore Elementary School — where there are about 560 students in kindergarten through fifth grade. If an active shooter managed to get into the school, Bradshaw said, he would be “the first line of defense.” “It would be me and the school constable. It is always the first priority to protect the innocent people first, then the constable would come second. It’s my job.That’s why I’m here, to protect,” said Brashaw, who has been trained to respond and who also teaches those who come to Ocean View from local and regional agencies, including members of the Bethany Beach Police Department, Millville Volunteer Fire Company and Rehoboth Beach Police Department, as well as Sussex County paramedics. “We hope these skills are never needed in a real-world event. However, should the unthinkable occur, our community deserves first responders who are trained, prepared and ready to act decisively to save lives,” Ocean View Police Chief Kenneth McLaughlin said. “While incidents of this nature are rare, the consequences can be devastating.The Ocean View Police Department firmly believes that preparation and training are essential components of public safety. Through realistic, scenario-based exercises, responders develop the skills, communica-
tion, and teamwork necessary to protect lives during a critical incident,” the chief said. Active Attack Integrated Response (AAIR) training, recently conducted at Lord Baltimore Elementary, is a “vital exercise in preparing local first-responders to respond effectively to a critical incident on a school campus,” he added. “The AAIR training and the presence of a well-trained, full-time school resource officer reflect a proactive approach to protecting our schools and ensuring the safety of everyone inside,” he said, adding that, from 2000 to 2022, there were 50 active shooter incidents in the U.S. and 328 casualties, with 131 killed and 197 wounded. In May of 2022, 19 children and two teachers were killed and 17 more injured at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde,Texas. From 2020 to 2024, Delaware had the highest student exposure rate to school shooting, at 359 per 100,000 students — far above the national average of 51, McLaughlin said. “This annual training brings together police, fire and emergency medical personnel in a realistic, scenario-based environment that enhances coordination, communication and tactical readiness. Special recognition is due to … Sgt. Bradshaw for his outstanding coordination of this important event. His efforts ensured a seamless training experience, demonstrating the critical role an SRO plays in school safety planning and emergency preparedness,” McLaughlin said. Having a school resource officer “builds strong relationships with students and staff, and serves as a visible deterrent to potential threats,” the chief added. Bradshaw said that, during training, “We go over how to respond to active shooter events, what type of equipment
you need, how to respond to an active shooter event, medical training — a lot of medical training: how to treat certain types of wounds, how to evacuate from the scene. We teach the first line of first aid, before the ambulance gets there, certain medical things before medical services arrives, like treating wounds, tourniquets and how to keep innocent bystanders calm — especially children — what they need to do.” To achieve certification, Bradshaw was required to complete five days of training, including classroom lectures, hands-on scenarios, a post-training test, being in charge of scenarios, being graded and teaching. “You have to pass all of that. It’s a hard class.To get certified, you have to teach it. It’s a hard class. We do this every year. It keeps the instructors up-to-date, and it’s a refresher course. You have a handful of repeat people who do it,” he said. One scenario is the reenactment of the shooting at Pulse, a LGBTQ+ nightclub in Orlando in June of 2016. Omar Mateen shot and killed 49 people and wounded 58 at the nightclub, during Latin Night. “Everybody is treated as suspicious until we know for sure,” Bradshaw said, adding that strategies change. “Even from last year, some of the tactics — and I’m not going to get into detail about the tactics we use — change over time. It’s important for us to stay current with the trends and tactics we can use, and as we work with other agencies in the area to know them, so — God forbid — if something like this happens, we can work together, we know what to do, everybody is trained the same.This training is also required in the state police academy for recruits, to make sure everybody is trained to the same standards,” he said. In case of an actual active shooter event,
he said, trained officers would “switch into that mode.” “You jump right into what you learned in training. You fall back on the training. Keeping your mind clear is part of the training and what we call ‘stress inoculation.’We do scenarios that are meant to get your heartrate up, to stress you out a little bit.That way you can still function and make good decisions. You can work through the stress. You never know what’s going to happen, but we’re ready to go if we ever get that call,” he said. McLaughlin said participants “learn how to quickly locate and neutralize threats, while simultaneously providing lifesaving medical care to injured victims as rapidly as possible.” “The Ocean View Police Department initiated this training effort many years ago to enhance the preparedness of school resource officers, school constables and emergency responders serving our local schools and communities. Since that time, hundreds of first-responders from across Delaware and neighboring jurisdictions have participated in this important program,” McLaughlin said. “The safety of our students, teachers, staff and community members remains our highest priority. We are grateful for the continued support of the Indian River School District and Lord Baltimore Elementary School for allowing us to utilize the facility for this important training,” he added. “The ability to conduct training in an actual school environment significantly enhances the realism and effectiveness of the instruction, providing participants with valuable experience navigating the same types of hallways, classrooms and challenges they could encounter during a realworld emergency.”
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South Bethany holds annual Bike Rodeo By Susan Canfora Staff Reporter It was a record year for South Bethany’s annual Bike Rodeo, with 200 children, parents and various cyclists gathered on Saturday, July 11, in the parking lot at South Bethany Town Hall, where guests received helmets, lights, reflective backpacks and safety inspections. “It was very successful,” said Councilman Bob Shields, who is also chairman of the Town’s Bicycle & Pedestrian Safety Committee. “About 200 showed up. Last year, we had 180, so there was a slight increase. Two-thirds were kids, which is great. That is what we were hoping to get. We lucked out with the weather. Rain threated in the morning, but it never showed up.” “We gave out 80 helmets, several hundred bike lights and a lot of reflective backpacks,” Shields noted. “Some of the backpacks had reflective vests inside. We had a bicycle safety course set up with cones and an obstacle course. We had an officer there instructing them and making sure that they were stopping at the stop sign and giving proper hand signals. It was a great success. Everybody really enjoyed it,” Shields added, noting that a truck selling shaved ice was there. South Bethany Police Chief Jason Lovins had previously told the Coastal Point that the Town partners with agencies including DelDOT to be sure guests at the event receive safety gear, while volunteers for Assisting Bicycle Commuters (ABC) make minor repairs. ABC, an organization of Mariner’s Bethel Global Methodist Church in Ocean View that also provides free bicycles for commuters, including foreign students who work in the Bethany Beach area every summer, “has been wonderful and a big help to us,” Shields said. “We are glad to have them. Safety is our primary consideration, so we encourage bike-riding and we encourage pedestrians to walk — but particularly
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Families learned about bike safety and got free safety equipment during South Bethany’s annual Bike Rodeo event. on Route 1, we have some very dangerous intersections,” he said. Lovins “talks about the danger of riding at night or in inclement weather without lights, so lights is one of the things we give out,” Shields noted. “The bike rodeo is a lot of fun for us that are involved in it, the volunteers. It’s a lot of fun getting to meet a lot of our neighbors and the kids. That’s a big part of it, too. Helping people out and also meeting new people. I think it’s an overall good idea for the community to get together and reflect on how important bike safety and pedestrian safety are.” “We recognize the community is continuing to grow in population and a lot of the population are very active,”
Lovins added. “We have a lot of pedestrians, joggers and bicyclists. There seems to be uptick in bike collisions in the region — not necessarily in South Bethany. We are trying to put out the
importance of safety equipment, the rules of the road to enhance safety.” Next year’s Bike Rodeo is tentatively planned for the morning of Saturday, July 10.
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SDARJ to celebrate 10th anniversary with gala The Southern Delaware Alliance for Racial Justice (SDARJ) will hold its 10th Anniversary Gala on Saturday, Oct. 24, at Kings Creek Country Club in Rehoboth Beach, from 5:30 to 10 p.m. The SDARJ is a non-partisan, member-supported organization that educates, informs and advocates for racial justice, equality and fair opportunity. The gala will celebrate SDARJ’s 10 years of work across Sussex County, challenging structural and systemic racism, hosting community town halls, sponsoring scholarships and providing support for citizens returning to the community from incarceration. The evening will feature live music and entertainment, a silent auction, and remarks from elected officials, community leaders and local business leaders celebrating SDARJ’s accomplishments. “Ten years ago, a small study group came together to discuss Michelle Alexander’s landmark book, The New Jim Crow, and that spark ignited a movement,” said Charlotte King, SDARJ Board chair. “Today, we stand proud of what we’ve accomplished — from scholarship programs to policy advocacy to cultural change. This gala honors not just our past, but our commitment to the next decade of work.” According to Joseph Lawson, SDARJ executive director, the gala celebrates not only SDARJ’s first 10 years but its commitment to funding the next phase of its work. Lawson said, “We’re grateful for the growing support from our community, from local businesses to state leaders. Together, we’re building momentum for racial justice in Delaware.” Ticket and sponsorship information can be found at sdarj.org. Early registration is encouraged, as tickets typically sell fast.
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Coons announces acceptance of service academy applications for nominations U.S. Sen. Chris Coons (D-Del.) announced this week that his congressional office is accepting applications from Delaware students for a nomination to one the nation’s service academies. Students can submit applications to Coons’ office for the Naval Academy, the Air Force Academy, the Merchant Marine Academy and the Military Academy at West Point. “Each year, it’s my honor to nominate incredible Delaware students to our nation’s service academies,” said Coons. “Service academies create leaders, giving young people the opportunity to serve their country, earn a college degree, begin a life-changing career and make their mark on America’s future. For 250 years, our nation has depended on generations stepping forward and committing themselves to security and freedom. I’m excited to meet the courageous, talented, and hard-working Delawareans who will do so this year.” The deadline for applications for the Class of 2031 is Oct. 15. To be considered for an appointment to a service academy, an applicant must meet the eligibility requirements as required by law and receive a nomination. Students pursuing a nomination should contact Coons’ Office at (302) 736-5601 or visit his website at https://www.coons.senate.gov/services/constituentservices/academy-nominations/ to obtain an application and for additional information about the service academy nomination process.
Diaz to attend New York Institute of Technology New York Institute of Technology recently welcomed incoming students for the fall 2026 semester. Among the students is Millsboro resident Princessa Lopez Diaz. New York Institute of Technology’s six schools and colleges offer undergraduate, graduate, doctoral, and other professional degree programs in disciplines including computer science, data science and cybersecurity; biology, health professions and medicine; architecture and design; engineering; IT and digital technologies; management; and energy and sustainability. A nonprofit, independent, private and nonsectarian institute of higher education founded in 1955, it welcomes nearly 8,000 students worldwide. The university has campuses in New York City and Long Island, N.Y.; Jonesboro, Ark.; and Vancouver, B.C., as well as programs around the world. For more information, visit nyit.edu.
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Delaware Restaurant Association announces new Cornerstone Award The Delaware Restaurant Association (DRA) this week announced the launch of a new category for its annual Cornerstone Awards: the Excellence in Service Award. The new award celebrates the hospitality professionals who are the heart of Delaware’s restaurant industry, recognizing the servers, bartenders, hosts, managers, bussers and other front-line team members whose dedication, professionalism and commitment to exceptional service create memorable experiences for guests every day. For the first time, restaurant owners, coworkers, guests and community members are being invited to nominate the hospitality professionals who consistently go above and beyond to create exceptional dining experiences. Whether it’s remembering a regular guest’s favorite order, leading a team through a busy service, or delivering out-
standing hospitality day after day, the Excellence in Service Award recognizes the individuals whose dedication makes Delaware’s restaurants thrive. Nominations are now open and will be accepted through July 31. Following the nomination period, the public will have the opportunity to vote for finalists throughout August. The winner will be honored during the Cornerstone Awards Ceremony on Oct. 5, where the Delaware Restaurant Association will celebrate the outstanding individuals and restaurants that strengthen Delaware’s hospitality community. “This award is about recognizing the people who make our industry exceptional every day,” said Carrie Leishman, president and CEO of the Delaware Restaurant Association. “Our hospitality professionals are the cornerstone of every great guest experience, and we’re excited to
give the community an opportunity to celebrate them.” Nominations are open through July 31. Anyone who wishes to submit a nomination can submit nominations by completing the online nomination form or by emailing elizabeth@delawarerestaurant.org. Individuals may nominate one or more hospitality professionals who exemplify outstanding service, professionalism and dedication to Delaware’s restaurant industry. The nomination form is online at https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/6F5H3 M7. The Cornerstone Awards will take place on Oct. 5 at The Chancery Market in Wilmington.Tickets are available now at https://members.delawarerestaurant.org/a p/Events/Register/lzFnJ0ZUjC5Cw.
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Luxwell Spa celebrates new ownership Carol and Mike Gruden celebrated their new ownership of Luxwell Spa with a grand-opening ribbon-cutting in partnership with the Bethany-Fenwick Area Chamber of Commerce on Tuesday, July 7. The Luxwell team, community members and Chamber members were in attendance to mark the occasion. “Luxwell Spa is a home for transformative luxury wellness, offering multiple forms of massage therapy, esthetic services, hydrafacials, lash extensions and waxing,” Chamber representatives noted. “Their team is chosen for craft, character and the way they listen, and the environment is designed for total decompression — serene and judgement-free.” Luxwell Spa is located at 17 Atlantic Avenue, Suite 1, Ocean View. Learn more at luxwell.spa.
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Meyer launches initiative to support small businesses Gov. Matt Meyer this week joined Delaware Division of Small Business Director C.J. Bell to launch the Delaware Commercial Corridor Initiative (DCCI), a new statewide program designed to help small businesses improve their storefronts, buildings and operations while revitalizing Delaware’s downtown and commercial districts. The initiative pairs targeted grant funding with capital from lending institutions to drive visible improvements. Through DCCI, the Division of Small Business will invest $4.5 million in state Strategic Fund dollars to help existing brick-and-mortar small businesses make property and equipment improvements that strengthen their businesses and improve the appearance of commercial corridors. “Small businesses are the backbone of Delaware’s economy, and they should be at the center of our state’s economic development strategy,” said Meyer. “By putting these dollars directly into our commercial corridors, we’re helping local businesses succeed while strengthening the places where Delawareans live, work and shop. Growing our economy starts by investing in the entrepreneurs who have already invested in Delaware, creating opportunities from the ground up and encouraging private investment to follow.”
Corps awards contract for Indian River Inlet jetty repairs The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’ (Corps) Philadelphia District announced this week that it has awarded a contract to Agate Construction Co. Inc. of Egg Harbor Township, N.J., for $53 million, to conduct repairs of the north jetty at the Indian River Inlet. Mobilization to the site is anticipated to begin in March or April of 2027, with in-water work to begin on May 1, 2027, based on environmental windows for construction. The contract calls for repairing a portion of the degraded north jetty, placement of stone in the inlet to stabilize the repairs and reconstruction of a seaward end of the jetty. Work will entail re-construction of a portion of the rubble mound structure using large rock and other components, such as marine mattresses, officials said. In the late fall of 2026, the Corps will begin to coordinate with Delaware State Parks and the contractor on vehicular/pedestrian/trailer access to the state park, staging areas and other siterelated issues. A public meeting will be held in the winter of 2026-2027 to highlight the repairs and aspects of construction. The contractor has until the fall of 2028 to complete the maintenance repairs.
“We are taking reallocated state investment dollars and putting them directly back into Delaware communities and small businesses,” said Bell. “This program will help business owners make meaningful improvements to their properties, strengthen local communities, and encourage additional private investment in downtown districts across the state.” The $4.5 million for the program comes from Strategic Fund dollars freed up by a 2024 amendment to a grant agreement with Incyte. That agreement originally committed $14.8 million to the company; the amendment reduced it to approximately $2.9 million, freeing nearly $11.9 million for redeployment into Delaware communities. DSB will partner with three regional administrators, one in each county, led by a Community Development Finan-
cial Institution or financial institution, to administer the program. Under DCCI, grants will cover 10 to 25 percent of a project’s cost, up to $25,000 per business, with the remaining project financing provided through private lending institutions. The approach, officials said, leverages private capital while expanding access to financing for small businesses. Eligible small businesses may apply for funding for interior renovations, exterior and facade improvements, equipment purchases and code compliance upgrades. Building purchases and rent expenses are not eligible. Priority will be given to facade improvement projects. To qualify, a business must be located in a qualifying commercial corridor. A qualifying commercial corridor is an area that is either directly adjacent to a designated Downtown Development
District or a commercially developed corridor that is zoned for commercial or business use and located in a Level 1 or Level 2 Investment Area under the State’s 2025 Strategies for State Policies and Spending. The approach aligns eligibility with the areas Delaware has already targeted for growth and investment while avoiding duplication of existing state incentives. The first round of funding is expected to be awarded by the end of September. The initiative builds upon the success of New Castle County’s Commercial Corridor program and expands that model statewide, officials said. “Commercial Corridor programs are a proven tool to encourage private investment, support visible improvements and stabilize small business districts throughout Delaware.”
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After the presentation of the scholarships, individuals posing for a picture include (left to right) Student Nurse Maythwe Htut, Lion Thrynn Kirby, Lion Karen Lucas, Student Nurse Bikobo Sarkor and Nursing Program Coordinator Tracy Bell. The Lord Baltimore Lions Club recently announced the club’s 2026 Nursing Scholarship Awards, given annually to a deserving student attending the Margaret H. Rollins School of Nursing. Immediate Past President Thrynn Kirby, along with Lion Karen Lucas, member of the Lions Scholarship Committee, represented the Lord Baltimore Lions for the presentation of $1,000 scholarship awards each to nursing students, Maythwe Htut and Bikobo Sarkor. Joining the Lions for the award
presentation was Tracy K. Bell, nursing program coordinator, who has collaborated with the Lions and also the Rollins School of Nursing faculty over the years to ensure that the most deserving students are nominated for the recognition. According to Kirby, both students are thinking seriously about their future career. She said, “Maythwe is interested and hopes to become an OR first assistant and a nurse practitioner, while Bikobo is currently rotating in several areas and is working toward a decision as to which specialty he might like to pursue.” She congratulated both students on earning the scholarship and extended all best wishes on their continued studies in the nursing program. The Margaret H. Rollins School of Nursing at Beebe Healthcare is located in Lewes. Since its inception in 1921, the school has held a tradition of academic excellence and extensive clinical experience in providing quality nursing education. The Lord Baltimore Lions Club and our Scholarship Committee have provided annual scholarship awards for a number of years. In addition to the scholarships for students at the Rollins School, the Lord Baltimore Lions every year also award two college scholarships to Indian River High School students completing their senior year at Indian River High School. For more information about the Lions scholarship program or the Lord Baltimore Lions Club visit the website at www.lordbaltimorelionsclub.org or contact Lion Secretary Mary at Lionmaryfran@yahoo.com.
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Keeping a self-made promise During the spring of 2025, Jaeger became the president of the Southern Sussex Rotary Club. He proposed that the club explore obtaining
a grant to fund two-person stands for the Delaware Seashore State Park lifeguards. “Local Rotary clubs can apply annually for a district grant to support local projects,” Jaeger explained. “As a local service organization, the Rotary raises funds to make a difference in our community. Jaeger contacted former Bethany Beach Patrol lifeguard Katie Heald, who referred him to Delaware State Parks Patrol Capt. Bailey Noel, who had actually been trying to obtain money to fund two-guard stands for several years. “With that knowledge, we applied for a grant that shares the cost, with the district covering up to 80 percent, and the Southern Sussex Rotary covered the remainder of the money,” said Jaeger. “Upon approval of the district funds, we worked with the lifeguards to determine final needs. Approximately $3,500 would
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How do I fund my revocable trust? More than once, I have met with a grieving client after a loved one has passed, overwhelmed and frustrated because their loved one had Hudson a revocable trust, but a probate of the will was still needed. Why, if my loved one had a trust to avoid probate, do I still need to probate the will? The answer is that creating a revocable trust is only “Step 1.” “Step 2” is aligning your assets with your trust. Think: revocable trust + asset alignment = probate avoidance. Many refer to it as “funding” a trust or “retitling” assets into a trust. I find it more helpful to think of it as aligning assets, because not every asset will be presently re-titled into the trust. Some assets will just be aligned with the plan in a way that avoids probate. How an asset gets aligned with your trust depends on the nature of the asset. For example, real estate gets aligned by recording a deed transferring the title into the name of the trust. Personal property, such as jewelry, firearms, collectibles and furnishings, get aligned by signing an assignment of these items into the trust. Tax-deferred accounts do not get retitled but utilize beneficiary designations. Alignment is vital for your plan to work as intended. Meaghan Hudson Law Office of Leslie DiPietro (302) 933-9001 mmh@lesliedlaw.com
If you own assets in multiple states at the time of your death, this is the process your estate must go through to
distribute such assets. Take real estate, for example. The primary home is in Maryland, and the beach house is here in Sussex County. As Conway Maryland was the primary residence, an estate must first be opened in Maryland, and then a second (ancillary) estate opened in Sussex specifically for the beach house. Yes, this complicates your estate. But good news: there are two common options to un-complicate this process. One, have a “transfer on death” deed recorded for each house. Two, put the homes into a trust. Both options result in ownership automatically passing to the named beneficiaries, thereby avoiding probate and ancillary administration. While Delaware permits “transfer on death” deeds, not every state does, so check with the specific state in which the non-Delaware home is located. Vehicles are another example. Delaware,
and other (but not all) states, permit you to name a beneficiary directly on the vehicle title (Delaware DMV form MV2025, to be specific). Combined, these methods will help streamline your estate planning. Dan Conway Scott and Shuman, P.A. (302) 537-1147 DConway@scottshumanlaw.com
This is a great question that anyone considering a revocable trust needs to understand. For a trust to work, it must be properly funded. Robinson “Funding” means transferring assets into the trust. For example, if you want your home to be in your trust, a new deed must be prepared transferring ownership from you individually to you as trustee of your trust.
Instead of title being held by “John Smith,” it would be “John Smith, Trustee of the John Smith Revocable Trust.” The same concept applies to bank accounts, investment accounts, corporate/LLC interests and other assets. For bank and investment accounts, you’ll need to notify the institution so accounts can be retitled in the name of the trust. Corporate/LLC interests are different. Those are typically transferred by written assignment and require review of the governing documents to ensure the transfer is permitted. I regularly meet with clients who paid for a different firm to create a trust but weren’t advised on funding it. Without funding, the trust provides little to no benefit. The good news is that, in many cases, we can still correct this if it’s addressed in time. Bottom line: a trust only works if you fund it properly. Robbie Robinson Parsons & Robinson, P.A. (302) 539-2220 Robbie@steve-parsons.net
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LB Snack Bar, located where Water Lili now sits, is a part of the rich history of the area, providing snacks and entertainment for the area’s youth back in the ’50s and ’60s.
LB Snack Bar part of rich Ocean View history By Marsha Evans Historic Village in Ocean View Thinking of a snack bar in the 1950s, one might imagine an atmosphere depicted in the TV show “Happy Days,” with Richie Cunningham, Potsie, Ralph and, of course, The Fonz, hanging out and initiating all sorts of shenanigans. It would be a popular hangout spot, with a cast of regulars, mom-and-pop owners, and teenagers from an innocent, bygone era. Many local folks, who were of high school age in the late ’50s and early ’60s, often speak of the LB Snack Bar in Ocean View — located across the street from the Lord Baltimore School (a 12year school at that time) — as one of those places, often sprinkling their conversation with memories of this treasured establishment. One can envision happy teens sporting bobbysocks, poodle skirts, ducktails, athletic letter sweaters — dancing in front of a jukebox, enjoying the best cheeseburgers in town — and experiencing young love that would turn into marriage for many. That lively scene did indeed play out in the LB Snack Bar. The building that housed the snack bar boasts an interesting history of ownership and purpose, going back almost 80 years. In its earliest incarnation, the establishment consisted of a dance hall and saloon in the back and a working garage out front. Pearl Murray and her son, Wayne, owned and operated it in the late ’40s. Later, Elmer Quillen’s family operated the business as a snack bar. Their daughter, Jeanette Quillen Frye of Millsboro, helped her parents in the business. At one point, Richard Lewis
had a barbershop on the premises, on the other side of the snack bar. He was the husband of Cynthia Lewis, who owned and operated the Lewis Flower Shop in Ocean View. In 1953, Elmer Quillen sold the snack bar to Lydia and Bill Quillen (no relation). Marion and Ellsworth “Pete” Harbaugh bought the snack bar from Lydia and Bill Quillen about a month before the Storm of ’62. The Harbaughs had just sold their cottages and home at the beach and moved into the snack bar when the storm hit. (As a result of the storm, the roads were blocked on Route 26, right at the creek where the snack bar was located.) After the Harbaughs closed the snack bar business, Pete Harbaugh installed wood floors, dance bars and mirrors for Flossie Vogel’s first dance studio and their daughter, Judy, was one of Flossie Vogel’s assistant teachers. The dance studio operated in the building for about 10 years, after which it was used as a drive-in for Wilgus Dry Cleaning (now in Selbyville). The Harbaughs sold the property around 1988. Since that time, a variety of businesses have occupied the popular building — a gourmet food store, a coffeeshop and restaurant — and it is now home to a clothing boutique, Water Lili. So many business owners had and still have their own unique vision for the building. The timeframe that appears to be lodged in the memory bank of so many is the mid-to-late ’50s, when Lydia and Bill Quillen owned and operated it. And, this is where the story takes shape. Before she passed away, Bill and Lydia’s daughter, Lydia Doris Quillen Kitchens, relayed her memories of the
years in which her family ran the snack bar during its heyday, offering the perspective of one of the families who both resided in and ran the business. Most of the memories in this story were provided by Lydia Doris Quillen Kitchens, with additional memories provided by her brother, Wayne Quillen. After Lydia and Bill Quillen bought the snack bar in 1953, many people would stop by and ask when they would open. The Quillens remodeled and officially opened the doors in April of 1954, to great success. There were other diners or snack bars in the local area (Selbyville, Millsboro, Dagsboro, Rehoboth, Lewes and Georgetown, and in Ocean City, Md.,) but, according to Lydia Doris Quillen Kitchens, the LB Snack Bar remained at the top of the list for local teens. She recalled that her mother would always state that she and their father purchased the snack bar because they always wanted to know where their kids were. That resulted in their knowing not only about their own offspring, but also many, many other kids who passed through the doors over the years. They all became family. Lydia Doris Quillen Kitchens recalled her mother often saying that she always “knew what the kids had done or were planning to do before they did it.” She counted seven couples who revealed to Lydia and Bill Quillen that they were engaged before they announced it to their own parents. During their ownership, the Quillens gave every graduating senior from Lord Baltimore School a silver dollar. Growing up with those kids, Lydia Doris Quillen Kitchens always said that she had “1,000 brothers and sisters.”
One day, her son watched as she was going through some old pictures and asked about the photo of the men’s basketball team. He asked if she knew them, and when she said she could indeed name every single one, he replied, “You really did have 1,000 brothers and sisters!” At one point in the late 1950s, the Lord Baltimore School girls’ and boys’ basketball teams had each won 49 consecutive games — they were tied. When the girls’ team lost their 50th game to Millsboro by three points, as Lydia Doris Quillen Kitchens recalled, “There wasn’t a dry eye in the stadium, including some of the opponents.” Lydia and Bill Quillen had offered a free cheeseburger, fries and soda to every kid on the girls’ and boys’ teams, and asked Lydia Doris Quillen Kitchens to get their orders. When the buses carrying the teams arrived back to town, a path was cleared for them to park right in front of the snack bar. The snack bar had a jukebox playing all of the popular music of the day, with the area around it becoming the dance floor. Lydia Doris Quillen Kitchens still had all of the records from the jukebox, except for a few Elvis Presley records that someone took when her mother loaned out the machine. She believed those were some of his earliest records from the Sun label. When the Quillen family acquired a new piano for the snack bar in 1958, Lydia Quillen invited Vic Temple — a popular pianist in the area — to try it out. She made a deal with him, that he could play it at his time of choosing, and she would shut the doors and no See SNACK BAR page B2
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Snack bar Continued from page B1 one would know. He subsequently sat down and played the “Boogie Woogie” and other tunes for about an hour and didn’t realize that people had gathered just outside the doors. The Quillens counted 35 people in the living room, clapping and dancing along to the music played by Temple, who was just a little embarrassed, to put it mildly, Lydia Doris Quillen Kitchens said. He was the first one to play the piano. Her mother, who also played the piano at the Ocean View Church of Christ, sat down with him and played “Chopsticks.” When Lydia Quillen returned to the front of the snack bar, she asked who was watching the store. Everyone present shouted, “We are!” Lydia Doris Quillen Kitchens re-
called that when her mother played the piano at the church, she always had an angel sitting on top of the instrument. Her mother eventually donated the piano to the church. After her mother’s passing, Lydia Doris Quillen Kitchens made it known that she wanted that angel from the piano. A few members from the church retrieved the top board of the piano with the angel, brought it to her house and asked her to leave temporarily while they brought it inside. When they left, they exclaimed to Lydia Doris Quillen Kitchens, “You don’t know how you got this.” At one point, Bill Quillen had the all-dirt parking lot scraped down to the hard dirt surface. He then brought in eight tons of dirt and four tons of stone, and had it all raked and carefully leveled by hand. That neatness disappeared when a local teen (who had joked about it being too neat) jumped in his car and,
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with sheer joy, cut three big circles, destroying the fresh look. Upon getting out of his car, Lydia Doris Quillen Kitchens said, he turned to Bill Quillen and said, “Well, Mr. Bill — how does that look?” In return, he was handed the shovel and rake and told, “It better look exactly like it did before you decided to be funny.” Eventually, Lydia and Bill Quillen planned to remove the gas pumps and the oil tank out front. Because of the full concrete slab, it was decided not to remove the tank, as there was oil remaining in it and there was no safe way to do so. It occurred to the Quillens later that leaving the oil tank out front with oil was not so safe either. Bill Quillen made the LB Snack Bar sign out front by cutting a garage door down. The sign was in Lord Baltimore’s school colors of green and white. One might guess that the LB letters on the sign stood for Lydia and Bill, but after a vote by the kids (i.e., the patrons), it was permanently established that the letters did, in fact, stand for Lord Baltimore. Lydia and Bill Quillen kept the doors open until 11:30 p.m. on Friday and Saturday nights, with the kids using the snack bar phone to call their parents for pick-up. Lydia Doris Quillen Kitchens recalled working in the snack bar as such fun and said it always provided her with decent gas money. One morning early, she said, her mother woke her up to help out, as she had forgotten to ask their waitresses, Myrtle Hitchens and Delores Megee, to come in. Kitchens’ brother, Wayne Quillen, was nine years younger than her but has fun memories of his own. Wayne Quillen recalled the minister of Mariner’s Bethel United Methodist Church, the Rev. Covington, being challenged to a wrestling match by some of the older teens hanging out in front of the snack bar, and he took them up on it. He said it surprised him but, then again, the Rev. Covington wasn’t that much older than the high school seniors at the time. He also recalled that there were exhaust valves remaining near the location of the former gas pumps out front. The teenagers — who nearly all smoked at
that time — would sometimes drop their cigarettes down the exhaust hole. On one occasion, a lit cigarette caused a geyser of fire to shoot up out of the hole, and all the teens ran away. After the fire was doused, Wayne Quillen ran inside the snack bar, discovering that his mother had no idea what had just happened outside. When Wayne Quillen was in second grade, the LB teachers would give him a list of names and lunch orders, and he’d run across Route 26 to give his mother the order. It could be a bit dangerous running across the road, and one time in particular, he came very close to being run over “by a cop car who must’ve been going 100 mph in a car chase.” He recalled being enthralled by the jukebox man who would come to empty the money from the machine. He said he would watch as the man dumped the coins out on one of the tables, placing a band around the perimeter of the table and a bag near one end to catch the coins, and then count them quicker than anyone he had ever seen. Lydia Quillen would sometimes let him play checkers with some of the older kids, he recalled, and there were times when he won. He’s not sure if the older kids let him win but, even so, he recalled walking around like a proud peacock afterward. He also recalled one occasion when he was chucking snowballs outside and some of the older girls (specifically, two that he remembered — Dee Mezick and Anita Hickman), running inside after him and stuffing him in a trash can, head-first. He said he loved the attention of those older girls. From his time as a young boy, Wayne Quillen fondly recalled watching the coaches prepare their teams for big games in the gym and feeling fortunate that he had a front-row seat. Living so close to the school afforded him the opportunity to use the school’s gym even after regular school hours, which vastly improved his own basketball skills. Lydia Doris Quillen Kitchens recalled that fighting was prohibited in the snack bar. If a fight broke out, it was never allowed to escalate, as Bill Quillen
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Snack bar Continued from page B2 had the kids sit down and talk for five minutes to hash it out. If any Lord Baltimore students decided to play hooky from school (and there were many, she said), Mr. Graef, the school principal, would come over to the snack bar to look for them, instead of looking elsewhere, as he knew exactly where they would be. In prompt fashion, he would find and escort them back to school for their punishment. Around 1958, members of the U.S. Air Force and other designated military personnel spent some time in Ocean View to build an electric power plant. They ate every meal at the snack bar and instantly joined the extended snack bar family. Bill and Lydia Quillen were respected by many people, and if any of their “kids” got in trouble with the law (which was usually nothing serious), the police would call Bill Quillen to vouch for them. They were never given any tickets, but he would give them “community service.” However, Lydia Doris Quillen Kitchens recalled that when his own kids got in trouble, he would simply say, “You know better so take your punishment.” The snack bar had a positive influence on the Quillens’ medical care, as well. If any member of the family
needed to see Dr. Campbell, the local physician, Lydia Quillen would take chocolate nut sundaes with cherries on top to the doctor’s office. Those gifts likely came in handy, due to a mishap with Campbell’s car. One afternoon, he stopped by the snack bar to order a sub. While Lydia Quillen was filling his order, he heard a loud crunch in the parking lot and discovered that Lydia Doris Quillen Kitchens had just collided with his brand new, two-dayold car. Inside the snack bar, there were French doors to a room in the back where the kids played ping-pong, board games and poker games (using toothpicks). Lydia Doris Quillen Kitchens recalled customers joining the kids in their games, discussions and dancing, and would often offer compliments about the kids. Outside the snack bar, many games were enjoyed by the local teens, such as football, basketball and baseball. (Baseball playing came to an abrupt halt when a few windows were broken.) Even the adults who worked at the snack bar (including Myrtle and Doris) would be asked to join a team. As the snack bar was their home, Lydia Doris Quillen Kitchens recalled many of its features. “We replaced many windows and doors. The inside paneling was dark, the fireplace was on an angle, and we had an indoor bathroom but had to go outside
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to access it. There was an oil pit still embedded in the floor in the front of the snack bar where we sliced meat, which remained from the days when the building was used as a working garage. “There were two pianos — the first and oldest was an upright, and the second was a brand-new spinet (the same one donated to the church). We even had a tiny boat that we would use to ride under the bridge. The most popular foods sold at the snack bar were my mother’s delicious subs, cheeseburgers, sodas and occasional milkshakes,” recalled Kitchens. At some point during their senior year, members of the Class of 1957 were all grounded and were not allowed to visit the snack bar for their school break. A group of kids decided to approach Kitchens to ask if the snack bar’s curbside delivery could be used for school delivery. An enterprising group of school cohorts (Kitchens’ friends) decided they would take the orders and Kitchens would secretly cook and deliver them, all the while feeling such pride in offering free food to the grounded kids. Her parents and Graef thought otherwise, and after that episode, the Class of 1957 was freed of all punishment. The Quillens were much loved in the community. When Bill Quillen passed away, Kitchens recalled, she learned that he had “the most well-attended funeral of any firefighter in the state of
Delaware at that time.” Because he was a part of the EMT and rescue programs and had done so much for the State, then-Gov. Mike Castle arranged to have the state flag draped on his casket. Kitchens summarized her experience: “Many people, including our own family, referred to the snack bar as ‘our own castle on that little hill’ surrounded by trees and water. It certainly was more than just a snack bar — it was a destress center, a place for ‘town hall’ impromptus and a problem-solving venue. Everyone was invited to join us — we solved many problems, and you may not have agreed with all the discussions, but you (and the rest of us) kept our thoughts in check. Thank you for taking an interest in the history of our beloved snack bar. My mom and dad loved you all!” Recollections gathered from some of the local “kids” of the 1950s and 1960s, a few of whom have since passed away: • “The snack bar was a memorable part of our school. Besides the food and a gathering place, the Quillens were very good people who were there for the school and the kids. As an example (and one of many) they would stay open late after “away” events, sports, band and would allow us students to come over and use the phone behind the counter to call our folks to come get us. I used See SNACK BAR page B5
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Snack Bar Continued from page B4 this many times as part of the band. Mrs. Quillen was about the only option to contact our parents during those days” — Richard Timmons, Middletown. • “What can I say about the L.B. Snack Bar? This place was our equivalent of Dagsboro’s S&J Drive-In. It will always have a special place in my memory bank. Luckily, Lydia and Bill Quillen (the owners) were close personal friends of my parents. They were also Ocean View neighbors that lived just across the street during the early to mid-’50s. Needless to say, when the Quillens acquired the snack bar, our family became a fixture there. Not only was this structure a great food hangout, it was also the Quillens’ residence. We grew up with Billy, Lydia Doris Quillen Kitchens and Wayne. My brother and I also had free reign of the place. We were allowed to make our own subs, cheeseburgers, french fries, or just about anything we desired. Of course, we cheated a little and added some extra fixings to said items. During school months, a note was required from our parents to eat lunch there, as opposed to dining at our school cafeteria. I believe this was only offered to junior high and up. This was considered a special privilege as those of us with this benefit will attest. We would gather around the jukebox and listen to our favorite music, consisting of tear-jerkers to rock-and-roll. This was back when you could decipher every word sung. Many hearts were mended and broken in this very place, the L.B. Snack Bar. You never had to ask for a booth — it was all booths, with the exception of the bar stools. Carbonated fountain drinks became the drinks of choice,
with Cherry Coke at the top of the list, not to mention the made-from-scratch milkshakes! Another little-known fact is that you could actually get there by boat. For the few of us that lived on the river, with the tenacity of young invincible mindsets, we would meander up White’s Creek until it branched off into a ditch which led beside the snack bar. “Google Earth” this, and you can still follow its path. Grant you — it was canoe, kayak, or pram-navigable, near high tide only. I may have been the only one to have done this... Not sure? Once there, I indulged in all the foods that parents today steer their kids away from. Luckily, most of those calories were burned off by the day’s end. Back then, our parents had to track us down for dinner by ringing a bell or yelling from the back yard. Now, it’s simply texting the kids from the bedroom. If the L.B. Snack Bar could talk, many of us might be hesitant to run for any government office.” — Louis Evans, Ft. Myers Beach, Fla. • “Because we lived right across the street from the snack bar, we visited many times. Mom and Dad would know exactly where we were and what we were doing. Lots of times we’d go over for ice cream. I remember my friends and I had snuck out of school early and were pushing my twin sister, Ann, across the road from LB in her wheelchair. Unfortunately, we hit a bump and dumped her out in the middle of Route 26. Roger Hitchens (Ocean View), Harold “Bud” Palmatary (Dagsboro) and others blocked 26 with their cars to give us time to get Ann loaded up in the wheelchair. During my last year of school, my future husband, Paul McCabe Jr., who was attending Goldey-Beacom College in Wilmington at the time, would pull up in front of the snack bar when he was in town and I would hear his car
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Snack bar Continued from page B5 dents. I also don’t think there is a student from that era that does not remember Miss Lydia’s baby subs. The snack bar was a weekly Saturday-night stop for (my future husband) Mark Bennett and me after going on a date to the movies. We’d stop in for a hamburger and Coke, and see all of our classmates there.” — Dee Mezick Bennett, Ocean View • “The snack bar was the place to take your date after a movie for a burger or one of Miss Lydia’s subs. Soooo good. Even later, after they sold the snack bar, Miss Lydia brought all the fixings for her subs and made them for the Chapelettes — a trio that included Elaine Hitchens Breasure, Dee Mezick Bennett and Anita Hickman Evans, from Ocean View Church of
Coastal Point Christ, and Lydia Quillen provided piano accompaniment — and their husbands when we were on the road travelling. The snack bar was a nice hangout. I and some friends skipped school one day and ran over there, not realizing the principal, Mr. Graef, could see us. We had some good times there. Miss Lydia used to tell us that she knew a lot about the teens and their girlfriends and boyfriends, but she would never tell on them.” — Elaine Hitchens Breasure, Ocean View • “We would meet friends at the snack bar. They had great Cherry Cokes and greasy hamburgers. So yummy. The jukebox was a favorite. We would listen to Ricky Nelson, Elvis Presley and Pat Boone — my favorites. The one and only time I skipped lunch at school to eat there, my dad (Thomas E. Hickman Jr.) dropped in, and I got in big trouble.” — Sue Hickman West,
Ocean View • “I recall a lot of kids eating at the snack bar after sports practice. [Lydia Doris Quillen Kitchens] was in my class, so I visited the snack bar often. My father (Fred Graef, LB Principal) never treated me differently from any other student while in school. I remember when I was about 13 or 14 years old, a bunch of us entered the unlocked gym to play basketball. When we heard someone coming in, we hid behind a curtain, not realizing that our feet were exposed. It was my father who had entered, exclaiming, “I sure hope no one is here. I’m going to leave and when I return, they better be gone.” When I became assistant principal at LB, I was offered my dad’s desk. During the process of refinishing it, it was turned upside down and a sheet of paper fell to the floor. Lo and behold, it was a letter of recommendation writ-
July 17, 2026 ten by my dad.” — Linda Graef Hudson, Ocean View • “Kids were allowed to go to the snack bar with permission. After basketball practice, we would get a float with Coke and a scoop of vanilla ice cream. At some point, a barbershop was located on the west side of the building, operated by Richard Lewis. I remember Billy Quillen putting a ping pong table in the snack bar for all of us to play.” — Charlie Hudson, Ocean View • “After the Quillens owned it, the Harbaughs owned it. Judy Harbaugh was in my class, and she got to go home for lunch every day from elementary school through graduation. The rest of us had to eat in the cafeteria. A favorite memory was enjoying a glazed doughnut and a Coke after basketball practice while we waited to be picked up by our parents. And, of course, the jukebox. It was like a diner with booths and a counter bar.” — Ida Crist, Dagsboro • “I remember the flyer from the snack bar with the phone number listed — Dickinson 460. I remember the Harbaughs lived there or at least ran it; their children were Buddy Harbaugh and Judy Harbaugh.” — Ronald Bloodsworth, Newark • “When our family owned the snack bar, the school had already stopped the kids from coming over for lunch. We lived in the back of the building where there was a living room, dining room, three bedrooms and one bath. We used the large kitchen for our own personal kitchen, which was acceptable in those days. My mother eventually worked at Hocker’s Deli for 17 years. My daddy was known around town as the person who could “fix” an antique mirror. His trade was in glasswork. Even vacationers came to know where he lived. There was always someone knocking on our door for a repair, and he loved it!” — Judy Harbaugh Bentley, Ocean View Marsha Evans is an Ocean View native and board member of the Historic Village in Ocean View (also known as the Ocean View Historical Society). Individuals interested in supporting the mission of the Historic Village to preserve and celebrate local history can become a member for a yearly fee ($35 for individuals, $60 for families or $25 for students). To submit a membership application online, go to https://historicvillageinoceanview.wildapricot.org/members hip. To send payment through the mail, make a check out to the Historic Village in Ocean View, and attach a note that lists the member’s name, home address, email address and phone number. Write “membership” in the memo section of the check and mail to P.O. Box 576, Ocean View, DE 19970. Also, follow along with our plans by liking and following our Facebook page, Historic Village in Ocean View.
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Calendar July 15-18 Annual Book Sale — The Friends of the Millsboro Public Library is hosting its annual book sale, starting Wednesday from 4 to 8 p.m. It will continue on Thursday, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Friday from 4 to 8 p.m. and Saturday, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. is Bag Day. Buy all the books that fit in the provided bag for $8. Cash, checks and credit accepted. The sale is at The Scout Hut, across from Millsboro Little League.
July 16-20 View & Vote: Teen Art Show — The public (all ages) is invited to the Teen Room at South Coastal Library to view the 2026 Teen Art Show during library open hours July 10-20. Pick up a ballot and vote for one artwork from each age division for the People's Choice Award ribbon. Turn your ballot in at the Main Desk before 6 p.m. on July 20th. Artwork is also being judged by local professional artists for prizes. All winners will be announced at 6 p.m. on July 22. Can't make it in before July 20? No worries — artwork will remain on display at the library through Aug. 8. Prizes are generously provided by the Friends of the South Coastal Library (FOSCL.) Hosted by the South Coastal Library, 43 Kent Avenue, Bethany Beach, DE 19930 www.southcoastal.lib.de.us 302-858-5518
July 16 Online Author Talk — Tune into a live, online conversation with award-winning, bestselling author Reyna Grande at 2 p.m., as she discusses how living between two nations, two languages, and two identities has shaped the woman, mother, and writer she has become. In her new memoir, Migrant Heart: Essays About Things I Can’t Forget, Grande illuminates the hidden cost of the American Dream and the complex journey of healing that follows survival. Can’t make the live session? Visit South Coastal Library’s website to access the
recording later and browse through hundreds of other recorded author talks. Free, details and registration (required) available at www.southcoastal.lib.de.us or by calling 302-858-5518 Presented by the Library Speakers Consortium in partnership with the South Coastal Library, 43 Kent Avenue, Bethany Beach, DE 19930 Garden Yoga — Delaware Botanic Gardens is hosting Garden Yoga from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. The cost is $10 for members, and $20 for non-members. Register online at delawaregardens.org. Live Meadow Music — Delaware Botanic Gardens is hosting Live Meadow Music with Kerry Hallet from 6 to 8 p.m. It is free with admission. Walk-In Technology Assistance & Training — The Frankford Public Library, in partnership with the Delaware Libraries Digital Literacy Program, offers free walkin technology assistance and training for all skill levels. Get help with smartphones, tablets, laptops, basic computer skills, social media, AI, internet safety, and more. Personalized support and access to Learning Express and Northstar Digital Literacy Certification are also available. Learn more at delawarelibraries.org/digital. Bilingual Story Time — Join the Frankford Public Library at 11 a.m. for a special Bilingual Baby Bees Story Time in English and Spanish for children ages 0–3 and their families. Through stories, songs, and interactive play, children and caregivers can learn both languages while building early literacy skills and making new friends. Registration is not required. For more information, call 302-732-9351. Follow us on Facebook @FrankfordPublicLibrary and Instagram @frankfordlibrary. Let’s Play Games: For Adults — Join Frankford Public Library Thursdays at 1 p.m. to play games such as dominoes, Scrabble, and card games. Call 302-7329351 or visit online at frankford.lib.de.us. Find us on FB @FrankfordPublicLibrary and Instagram @frankfordlibrary. Lego Club — Calling all builders! Whether new to Legos or a Master Builder, join us
at Frankford Public Library at 5 p.m. to engage your imagination and build your latest Lego creation. This program is for ages 6 and up. Call 302-732-9351 or visit us online at frankford.lib.de.us. Find us on FB @FrankfordPublicLibrary and Instagram @frankfordlibrary.
July 17 Fenwick Flicks — Enjoy family games and activities hosted by the Fenwick Island Beach Patrol and a featured family movie on the big screen starting at dusk, featuring Happy Feet. The fun starts at 8 p.m. on the Bayard Street beach. Bring a blanket or chair, gather your crew, and settle in for a fun and free movie night on the beach. Information about this film and its rating is available on the town's website. fenwickisland.delaware.gov/events/fenwick-flicks8/ Welcome Walk Guided Tour — Delaware Botanic Gardens is offering a Welcome Walk Guided Tour from 10 to 11 a.m. This is free with admission. Aroma Therapy Make & Take Workshop — Delaware Botanic Gardens is hosting an Aroma Therapy Make & Take Workshop from 10 to 11:30 a.m. The cost is $15 for members, and $30 for non-members (includes garden admission). Register at delawaregardens.org. Discovering Magic — Join the Frankford Public Library at 2 p.m. for Discovering Magic, a fast-paced, interactive magic show filled with surprises, laughter, and mystery! Combining amazing illusions, storytelling, and audience participation, Ran'D Shine celebrates the magic of reading while keeping children and adults entertained from start to finish. You may even learn a magic secret or two along the way! Call 302-732-9351 or visit us online at frankford.lib.de.us. Find us on Facebook @FrankfordPublicLibrary and Instagram
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The iCan Swim Camp — a week-long swim program for individuals of all abilities — returns to Delaware for another year in 2026, serving the Sussex County community for the first time. In partnership with iCan Shine — an international nonprofit that teaches individuals with disabilities to independently swim, dance and bike — the Down Syndrome Association of Delaware (DSADE) plans to add an additional week of iCan Swim to its summer schedule. Partially funded by Step into Swim, which provides free and low-cost swim lessons across the country to those who cannot afford it, the DSADE will host iCan Swim Camp in Wilmington on July 20-24 and in Seaford on Aug.10-14. The camp costs a heavily subsidized total of $150 for participants, who attend camp for about an hour a day and receive individualized attention from volunteers and instructors in a small group setting, with 60 percent of families participating in the DSADE’s no-questionsasked scholarship program, which covers the entire cost of the camp. “I thought basic skills were taught in a completely non-threatening way, with lots of patience, support, and no pressure to do the See SWIM page B11
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Continuing Events Clubs/Organizations Marines Meet — The First State Detachment of the Marine Corps League meets on the fourth Wednesday of each month at the Dagsboro American Legion Post 24. Any Marines and Navy Corpsmen who have served in the Corps, and live in Sussex County, are welcome to join to meet their fellow veterans and consider joining the organization. Their mission is community service through camaraderie and volunteerism. For more information, call (571) 332-8263. In the Genes — Sponsored by the Lewes Historical Society and the Sussex County Genealogical Society, the Genealogist in Residence program is on the first Saturday of each month from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Reading Room at the Lewes History Museum. Members of the Society will be available to help anyone who has questions about their family tree. The Lewes Historical Society Archives Family Files will be available for research. For more information, visit them at scgsdelaware.org or historiclewes.org. VIP Meets — VIP is a social group for visuallyimpaired persons, and meets the first and third Wednesday of each month at the Masterson center at St. Ann Church from 1 to 3 p.m. New members are welcome. For more information, call/text/leave a message at (240) 315-4361. Women’s Civic Club — The Women’s Civic Club of Bethany Beach meets on the second Thursday of the month at Cripple Creek
Country Club at 10 a.m. The organization has expanded throughout Sussex County, and has been serving the community since its founding in 1925. The Club is a non-profit organization, formed in friendship and dedicated to civic and charitable purposes and the education of its members. For more information, or if you are interested in attending, send an email to patishelen@msn.com. Lord Baltimore Lions Club — The Lord Baltimore Lions Club meets the first and third Wednesday of each month at Bear Trap Dunes. This is a service organization that performs projects in the Sussex county area. For more information, visit them on Facebook, at Lordbaltimorelionsclub.org or by phone at (301) 543-0329. Rotary Meets — Southern Sussex Rotary meets weekly at Doyle’s Restaurant in Selbyville every Thursday at 8 a.m. For more information, call Brendan Crotty at (302) 858-3234 or visit SouthernSussexRotary.org. Lord Baltimore Women’s Club — Organized in 1934, Lord Baltimore Women’s Club (LBWC) is celebrating its 90th anniversary of service to Sussex County. LBWC is a nonprofit organization which meets the third Monday of every month (September through June) at 11 a.m. at Cripple Creek Golf & Country Club near Dagsboro. Dedicated to helping the local community, LBWC raises funds for education projects in local schools, scholarships for high school students, veteran’s programs and other charitable organizations. It also provides social opportunities
to foster friendship, camaraderie and individual enrichment among its members. To learn more about LBWC, visit Lbwclub.com. Bonsai Club — The South Coastal Bonsai Club meets the first Wednesday of each month from 10 a.m. to noon at Inland Bays Garden Center. Writers Guild — The Rehoboth Beach Writers Guild sponsors a weekly two-hour FreeWrite session in the conference room at the Millville Town Hall from 9 to 11 a.m. Participants, 18 and older, of all skill levels can practice creative writing in a friendly and nurturing atmosphere. Attendance is free. For more information, email Lynn Massey at bookmom42@yahoo.com. Legion Auxiliary — The American Legion Auxiliary Unit 24 meets the first Tuesday of each month at 5:30 p.m. If you are a member or interested in joining, please attend. Meetings are held at the American Legion Post 24 in Dagsboro. Women’s Club of Indian River — The Women’s Club of Indian River (WCIR) is a non-profit dedicated to serving the communities in and around the Indian River. WCIR raises funds and volunteers to support local charities, education projects, veterans, women’s empowerment and the environment. It also provides an opportunity for individual enrichment and camaraderie amongst its members. To learn more, contact Lynn at lthomp018@gmail.com. Saltwater Fly Anglers of Delaware — Fly fishermen and women of all ages and skill levels are invited to attend the club’s meet-
ings on the second Wednesday of the month (February through December) at the Rolling Meadows Clubhouse in Lewes at 7 p.m. For more information, and directions, visit sfaod.com. Irish Men Meet — If you are Irish by birth or descent, consider joining The Ancient Order of the Hibernians. They are welcoming new members, and meet on the second Thursday of each month at St. Edmonds Hall in Rehoboth Beach at 6 p.m. For more information, visit aoh.com, call or text (516) 770-1822 or email pcurran43@aol.com. Polish American Club — The Polish American Club of Delmarva meets the second Wednesday of each month at Columbus Hall (behind St. Luke’s Church) in Ocean City, Md., from 2 to 4 p.m. For more information, email rwc21tbk@gmail.com. Leathernecks Meet — The Delmarva Leathernecks, a tax-exempt foundation, meets the first Wednesday of each month at 5:30 p.m. at the Residence Inn at 300 Seabay Lane in Ocean City, Md. You don’t have to be a veteran to join — just a patriot interested in supporting their mission of service to veterans and worthy charities on the eastern shores of Maryland, Delaware and Virginia. Community Club — The Selbyville Community Club is welcoming new members, and meets on the second Thursday of each month from September through May. The club meets at the Selbyville Historical Society located at 11 S. Main St., in Selbyville.
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Events Continued from page B9 Meetings begin at 1 p.m., with social time from 12:30 to 1 p.m. For more information, visit selbyvillecommunityclub.org or email selbyvillewomensclub@gmail.com.
Drop-Ins We the People — "We the People" is an effort put together by Bill Murphy to celebrate patriotism and celebrate the flag, by meeting at the Bethany Beach bandstand every Wednesday at 8:30 a.m. to support the military, law enforcement and firefighters who serve and protect. All are welcome. Adult Time — Adults can stop in the South Coastal Library anytime it’s open to work on jigsaw puzzles, play checkers or color. This is free, and all materials are provided. Book Donations — South Coastal Library only accepts book donations from 2 to 4 p.m. on Tuesdays. There is a list on their website, southcoastal.lib.de.us, of what they do or don’t accept. Teleservice Navigators — The Georgetown
Public Library hosts Teleservice Navigators every Monday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and every Tuesday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Get help with virtual resources, such as telehealth appointments, appointments with lawyers and social service appointments using the new Telehealth Kiosk. A Navigator will be at the library to help set up virtual appointments. For more information, call (302) 856-7958, email georgetown.library@lib.de.us or visit the library at 123 W Pine St., Georgetown. La Esperanza in the Library/Biblioteca — The Georgetown Public Library hosts La Esperanza in the Library/Biblioteca every Wednesday from 3:30 to 6 p.m. Déjenos ayudarle a: completar sus papeles, interpretar sus cartas, inscribirse en la escuela, renovar sus documentos, crear una vida major, y mucho más. La Esperanza: (302) 8549262. Paws for People Reading Time — The Georgetown Public Library hosts Paws for People on the first and third Thursdays of every month from 4 to 5 p.m. Read aloud to a furry, friendly therapy companion to help inspire a love of reading. Offered by Paws for
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People. Readers of all ages and stages are welcome. Elementary Homeschoolers Program — The Georgetown Public Library hosts its Homeschool Program on the third Tuesday of every month at 1 p.m. Every month, they offer a different activity for elementaryschool-aged children. Socrates Café — Socrates Café is a group of individuals from different backgrounds that discuss philosophical ideas. Meetings are the third Tuesday of each month, from 2 to 3:30 p.m. at the Bethany Beach Christian Church. Everyone is welcome. For more information, call Bonnie at 537-9440, or send an email to bonniejd.rae@gmail.com. Flip Five — American Legion Auxiliary Unit 24 in Dagsboro is hosting Flip Five games on Wednesday nights from 6-8 p.m. Participants must arrive at 6 p.m. to be eligible for the winner-take-all prize. The event is for members and guests only. You must be 18plus to attend or play. Post 24 kitchen also serves from 4-7 p.m. Proceeds benefit 501(c) charities, with an emphasis on veteran programs and community. Wing Night — American Legion Post 24 in Dagsboro is hosting Wing Night every Thursday at 6:30 p.m. Open to members and guests. Seafood Night — American Legion Post 24 in Dagsboro is hosting Seafood Night every Friday from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. Karaoke follows from 7 to 11 p.m. Open to members and guests. Dinner Night — American Legion Post 24 in Dagsboro is hosting dinner every Saturday from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. DJ/Karaoke will perform from 7 to 11 p.m. Open to members and guests. Community Luncheon — The Mariners
Bethel’s Hope Center is hosting lunch every Tuesday from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. They serve a choice of homemade soups, fresh sandwiches and homemade desserts. Carryout is also available. Thrift Shop Open — The Bethel Thrift Shop will be open on Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays, weather permitting, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. They have a large selection of gifts, holiday items, clothing, household wares, toys, books, jewelry and more to benefit the church’s projects. Donations of items are accepted each day they are open. The Thrift Shop is located at 111 Hazzard Street in Dagsboro. All proceeds benefit Bethel Methodist Church of Dagsboro. For more information, call (302) 519-2984. Cash Bingo — Ocean City Elks Lodge 2645 is hosting Cash Bingo every Wednesday, and it is open to the public. Doors open at 5 p.m. and Bingo starts at 6:30 p.m. Food is available from the kitchen before Bingo starts and at intermission. For more information, call (443) 605-5028. All-You-Can-Eat Breakfast — VFW Post 7234 in Ocean View is hosting its popular allyou-can-eat breakfast every Sunday from 8 a.m. to noon. The cost is $15 for adults, and half price for children under 12. This is open to the public, and there are also drink specials on bloody Marys and mimosas. Feed My Sheep — The Feed My Sheep Café is open on Tuesdays from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Hope Center at Mariners Global Methodist Church. Love donations are appreciated.
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Coastal Point olds to adults, learn valuable water safety skills at the camp. “On Day 1 of iCan Swim Camp, many teary-eyed swimmers don’t release their grips from the edges of the pool for the entirety of their swim lessons,” organizers noted. “On Day 5, they confidently splash, swim, make bubbles” or achieve their version of success in the water. Before Emily attended iCan Swim Camp, said Lowe, “I would tell people that Emily was a child who loved the pool but wouldn’t get off the steps leading into the water. During the week, she did not fear the pool and tried to do what was being presented, even if she wasn’t always successful. The next time she had an opportunity to be in a pool, she tried some of her skills without being prompted and was pretty good with the ones she had success with at camp.”
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Events Continued from page B10 Dems Meet — The 41st Democrat RD meets the third Thursday of every month at Pizza King Restaurant in Millsboro at 6 p.m. This is open to any Democrats. For more information, call Tom Brett at (443) 257-2061. Shore Dems — The Shore Democrats meets at the Den at Bear Trap Dunes clubhouse from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on the third Wednesday of the month. This is a social organization that educates, informs and creates camaraderie among their members through monthly lunch meetings that feature engaging speakers. For more information, visit shoredemocrats.com. Republicans Meet — The 38th District Republican Club meets the first Monday of the month. Social hours begin at 6 p.m., and the meeting starts promptly at 6:30 p.m. Information on the club and meetings can be found at 38thdrcp.com, or through email at info@38thdrcp.com. Democrats Meet — The 38th Representative District Democratic Committee meets the first Tuesday of every month at 5 p.m. For more information, updates on speakers and meeting locations, visit deldems38.org or email them at Deldems38@gmail.com. Sussex Republicans Meet — The Sussex County Republican Committee meets the second Monday of every month at the Millsboro fire hall. Meetings start promptly at 6:30 p.m. and all are welcome. Information on monthly guest speakers, legislative updates and meeting updates can be found at sussex.gop Democrats Meet — The 4th Representative District Democratic Committee meets the
third Tuesday of every month. Social hours begin at 5 p.m., and the meeting starts at 6 p.m. The business meeting is open to all registered Democrats. For more information, visit rd4deldems.org. Republican Women Meet — The Sussex County Republican Women’s Club meets on the fourth Wednesday of each month on the second floor of Nicola’s Pizza in Lewes. Check-in begins at 4:45 p.m. for dinner, and the meeting starts at 5:30 p.m. The cost is $40. RSVP by the 15th of each month to info@scrwc.net. The organization educates, informs and creates fellowship with like-minded people. For more information, visit scrwc.net or email them at info@scrwc.net. Republicans Meet — The 41st District Republicans meet the third Monday of the month at the Millsboro police station at 6:30 p.m. These meetings are open to all Republicans.
Fitness/Health/Dance Tuning Up the Temple — Mariners Bethel GMC hosts “Tuning Up the Temple” exercise/fitness classes on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, from 8:30 to 9:45 a.m. at The Hope Center. The classes are session-based, not drop-in, so contact Carol Lynch at (302) 745-8237 or cklynch03@gmail.com for more details on these classes. Yoga Classes — Mariners Bethel GMC hosts yoga classes at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesdays in the Armor Room, upstairs in the church building, with Heather Murphy. Yoga is also offered on Saturday at 9:30 a.m. with Micole Linehan. The dropin fee for yoga is $10. Classes are open
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to the community and all are welcome. Zumba Class — Mariners Bethel Church is holding a zumba exercise class in the Hope Center gym every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 10 a.m. There is an $8 drop-in fee. No registration is necessary, and all are welcome. For more information, send an email to zumbabyjo@gmail.com. Multiple Myeloma Support — The Delaware Multiple Myeloma Support Group meets the third Saturday of every month via Zoom from 1 to 3 p.m. For more information, contact Sue Iwahashi at myelomaemailsue@gmail.com. Line Dancing — Cape Henlopen Senior Center is hosting line-dancing classes on Mondays. Beginners classes take place at 10 a.m., and Improvers are at 11 a.m. For more information, call (302) 227-2055. Al-Anon — Al-Anon is a support group for the families and friends of alcoholics. Meetings are held every Tuesday, from 7 to 8:30 p.m., at Ocean View Presbyterian Church. For more information, visit ovpc.org. Argentine Tango — The Lewes Senior Activity Center is hosting Argentine Tango Dancing on Tuesdays, from 7 to 9 p.m. Adults of all ages are welcome, and no experience or partner is required. There is a $5 fee, but the first visit is free. Enter through the back door of the facility. For more information, visit the group online at TangoByTheBeach.com. Georgetown Walkers — The Georgetown Public Library host GPL Walkers every Monday at 9 a.m. The walking club goes to Sandhill Fields for a 30- to 40-minute walk, weather permitting. The trail begins at the Murray’s Lane Parking lot, 109-199 Murrays Lane. For more information, call (302) 856-7958, email georgetown.library@lib.de.us or visit the library at 123 W Pine St., Georgetown.
Tai-Chi Classes — Bethel Methodist Church in Dagsboro is hosting free Tai-Chi classes on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10 to 11 a.m. This is open to the public, and all are welcome. Organizers decribed the classes as “easy,” and casual attire is suggested. For more information, call (302) 519-2984. Stroke Support — A stroke support group meets at PAM Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Georgetown on the second Tuesday of every month at 2 p.m. The class will consist of linking into the Jefferson Health Stroke support Group and also have in-person support. Reservations are recommended, but walk-ins are welcome. For more information, call (302) 440-4866. Alzheimer’s Caregivers Meeting — A meeting for Alzheimer’s caregivers is held the first and third Thursdays of every month at the Ocean View CHEER Center at 1 p.m. The meetings last for up to two hours. Pickleball — The Hope Center at Mariners Bethel is hosting pickleball every Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Al-Anon Family Groups — Al-Anon is a support group for family and friends of alcoholics. The group says you never have to be alone again. Al-Anon Family Groups meet at Ocean View Presbyterian Church every Tuesday from 7 to 8 p.m. Yoga Sessions — St. Martha’s Episcopal Church is hosting Yoga on Mondays at 9:30 a.m. Billiards at IR Senior Center — The Indian River Senior Center hosts a billiards 8-Ball League on Mondays and Tuesdays at 8:30 a.m., and its billiards Scots Doubles League on Thursdays at 9 a.m. for senior center members.
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Events Continued from page B12 Tai-Chi at IR Senior Center — The Indian River Senior Center hosts Tai Chi at 10 a.m. on Mondays for senior center members. Senior Strength & Balance at IRSC — The Indian River Senior Center hosts Senior Strength & Balance on Mondays at 1:30 p.m. and Fridays at 10 a.m. for senior center members. LaBlast Fitness at IRSC — The Indian River Senior Center hosts LaBlast Fitness on Mondays at 2:15 p.m. for senior center members. Chair Yoga at IRSC — The Indian River Senior Center hosts chair yoga at 9:30 a.m. on Tuesdays for senior center members. Zumba at IR Senior Center — The Indian River Senior Center hosts Zumba at 11 a.m. on Fridays for senior center members. TOPS Meeting — Take Off Pounds Sensibly (TOPS) meets every Tuesday at 9:15 a.m. at Oak Orchard Community Church, 32615 Oak Orchard Rd. For more information, call (610) 724-8657.
Hobby/Craft Needlepoint Guild — Delaware’s Seashore Chapter of The American Needlepoint Guild meets on the first Monday of the month from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Georgetown Public Library. Bringing a box lunch is encouraged. New members are always welcome. For details, send an email to the chapter at delawaresseashorechapter@needlepoint.org. Radio Operators — Any Ham radio operator, or people wanting to meet and greet others, can attend breakfast at the Frankford Diner on Thursdays at 8 a.m. For
more information, contact Jack Magar at k8uyc80@gmail.com. Pen Pal Program — Thanks to a partnership between South Coastal Library, Kent County Library and Wellington City Libraries, you can now communicate by letter with a New Zealander. This is a fun way to learn about another country and make a new friend. All international postage is handled, and you can bring in and pick up your letters at the library. For more information and registration, visit them at delawarelibraries.libcal.com/event/11366 626 or call (302) 858-5518. Book Discussion — The Georgetown Public Library hosts its Wednesday Morning Book Discussion on the fourth Wednesday of every month at 10:15 a.m. Books are available for pickup each month at the library. Open Art for Adults — The Georgetown library is hosting Open Art for Adults on Thursdays, from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Bring your creativity and your own art supplies, whether it is oil pastels, watercolor, clay, pen and paper — all mediums welcome. This is an open event, and a chance to meet other artists. No experience is necessary. The library will not be able to provide supplies, so bring your own. This is open to adults only.
Music Music Jam — St. Matthews By the Sea United Methodist Church is hosting a Music Jam on the first and third Fridays of the month at 4 p.m. All levels are welcome. Women’s A Capella Chorus — A chapter
of Sweet Adelines International Inc. holds rehearsals every Monday evening from 6 to 8 p.m. in the Ocean Pines (Md.) Community Center. They are looking for ladies who love to sing. Members come from Maryland and Delaware. For more information, call Elissa at (410) 641-8050, find them on social media or visit delmarvachorus.org.
Museums/Displays Railroad Museum — The Delaware Seaside Railroad Clubhouse is an interactive museum of model railroading, and is located at 36668 DuPont Boulevard, in Selbyville. They are open to the public on Wednesday from 5 to 7 p.m., and every Saturday, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. They are not open to the public on the second Wednesday of the month, as that is their monthly members meeting. Admission is free. For more information, visit them online at delawareseasiderailroadclub.com. Dinker-Irvin Museum — The Bethany Beach Museum at Dinker-Irvin Cottage is open to the public currently on Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. During summer months, from May through September, hours are Monday, Wednesday and Friday, from 10 a.m. to noon. Private tours are available by appointment. Interested groups of 10-15 may call (302) 539-8725. Admission to the museum is free, and parking is available in front of the museum. The museum is not handicapaccessible. For more information, visit online at townofbethanybeach.com, and click under “Residents/History/Town Museum.” Nanticoke Indian Museum — The Nanticoke Indian Museum is the only Native American museum in Delaware, and is
B13 listed in the National Register of Historic Places, along with being part of the Delaware History Trail. The museum is open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesdays to Saturdays. Admission is $5 per person. For more information, visit nanticokeindians.org/locations/nanticokeindian-museum. Historic Village — The Historic Village in Ocean View is open on Wednesdays through Aug. 25 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. or by appointment any time by calling (302) 5938814. Docents are present to explain the history of Ocean View and the coastal towns.
Faith Community Bible Study — Grace United Methodist Church in Millsboro is hosting a Bible Study Wednesday mornings from 10 a.m. to noon. For more information, and to register, visit sussexcounty.cbsclass.org. Community Bible Study — Community Bible Study, focusing on the Book of Psalms, will meet every Thursday at Mariners Bethel in the Fellowship Hall from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. To register, go online to bethanybeacheve.cbsclass.org. Bible Study — Salem Church in Selbyville is hosting Bible study every Thursday at 10 a.m. They are on summer break, but will resume Aug. 6. Women of Faith — The women’s group meets the first Monday of the month at Salem Church in Selbyville at 6:30 p.m. For more information, visit sumc.com. Men of Christ — The men’s group meets the second Monday of the month at Salem Church in Selbyville at 6:30 p.m. For more information, visit sumc.com.
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July 18 Town Bonfire — Enjoy a fun, free night out on the beach with your family for the Fenwick Island Annual Town Bonfire at 7 p.m. on the beach at Bayard Street. Bring your cooler and beach chairs for music by DJ Sky Brady, silent auctions (bidding ends at 9 p.m.), 50/50 raffle, games and much more. The rain date is Sunday, July 19, at 7 p.m. Birding Basics — Delaware Botanic Gardens is hosting Birding Basics from 7:30 to 8:30 a.m. The cost is $5 for members and $20 for non-members (includes garden admission). For youth under 16, the cost is $5, as admission is free. Register online at delawaregardens.org. Welcome Walk Guided Tour — Delaware Botanic Gardens is offering a Welcome Walk Guided Tour from 10 to 11 a.m. This is free with admission. Teen Make & Take Mosaics — Unearth your
inner artist at the Frankford Public Library at 11 a.m. with our make & take mosaic coaster craft intended for teens and tweens. Learn the history and basics of mosaics while crafting with friends! Spots are limited, registration is required. Call 302-732-9351 or visit us online at frankford.lib.de.us. Find us on FB @FrankfordPublicLibrary and Instagram @frankfordlibrary. Craft Fair — Angola by the Bay’s 51st Craft Fair will be held from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. There will be approximately 130 artists from throughout Delaware who will be selling their paintings, plants, photographs, hand-made jewelry, fishing equipment, clothing and more. The Angola by the Bay clubhouse is located at 33547 Woodland Circle. Storyboard Unveiling — The South Bethany Historical Society will be unveiling a Cat Hill storyboard at Canal Road and West 7th Street at 9:30 a.m. Refreshments will be provided.
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July 21 Walk-In Technology Assistance & Training — The Frankford Public Library, in partnership with the Delaware Libraries Digital Literacy Program, offers free walkin technology assistance and training for all skill levels. Get help with smartphones, tablets, laptops, basic computer skills, social media, AI, internet safety, and more. Personalized support and access to Learning Express and Northstar Digital Literacy Certification are also available. Learn more at delawarelibraries.org/digital. Create a Suncatcher with Rhinestone Painting — Unearth your inner artist with Rhinestone Painting at the Frankford Public Library at 10:30 a.m.! This beginner friendly craft combines the beauty of rhinestones with the ease of paint-by-numbers, suitable for all ages - teen through adult. Relax, enjoy refreshments, and create beautiful rhinestone suncatchers. All supplies are provided. Registration is required. Call 302-732-9351 or visit us online at frankford.lib.de.us. Find us on FB @FrankfordPublicLibrary and Instagram @frankfordlibrary. Board Meeting — The public is invited to the Frankford Public Library’s board meeting, held on the third Tuesday of each month at 5:30 p.m. Call 302-732-9351 or visit us online at frankford.lib.de.us. Find us on FB @FrankfordPublicLibrary and Instagram @frankfordlibrary. Preservation Coalition — Sussex County Land Trust and the Sussex County Comprehensive Plan are on the agenda of the Sussex Preservation Coalition meeting at the Lewes Public Library at 7 p.m. Sarah Bluhm, the executive director of the Land Trust, will discuss efforts by that program. There is a live stream also available at us06web.zoom.us.j/83129236379.
July 22 Beach Bible Study — Christina Tate is hosting No Homework Women’s Bible Study VI on 2nd Street at Bethany Beach every Wednesday from 8:30 to 9:45 a.m. Bring a chair. To register, call 539-9510, or just show up. Registration is advised so you could be contacted if there is a weather change. All women are welcome. Music With Miss Maria — Little ones (ages 5 and under) will love this lively, interactive music program from South Coastal Library at 10:30 a.m. — packed with singing, dancing, and playful activities that get everyone moving and smiling! Free, no registration required, but parents/caregivers must accompany children. Location: Evans Park Community Center 32517 Dukes Dr., Millville, DE 19967 Sponsored by the Friends of the South Coastal Library https://southcoastal.lib.de.us Teen Art Show Awards — Join South Coastal Library in the Teen Room at 6 p.m. as we announce the winners of the 2026 Teen Art Show! View all the entries, meet the winners and judges, and socialize with other artists and art lovers in your community. Light snacks provided. Free, for all ages. Registration is not required. Prizes generously provided by the Friends of the South Coastal Library. Hosted by the South
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Calendar Continued from page B14 Coastal Library, 43 Kent Avenue, Bethany Beach, DE 19930 southcoastal.lib.de.us 302-858-5518 Mah Jongg Open Play — Frankford Public Library’s Mah Jongg group plays Wednesdays at 1 p.m. for casual play. Registration is not required, but prior playing experience is preferred. Call 302-7329351 or visit us online at frankford.lib.de.us. Find us on FB @FrankfordPublicLibrary and Instagram @frankfordlibrary. Reptile Wonders: Learn about and handle snakes, lizards and more — Reptile Wonders, The Nature Center on the Go is a State-Licensed Center for Wildlife Rehabilitation. They will present a handson reptile show at The Frankford Volunteer Fire Company Hall at 2 p.m. Come meet cool reptiles! 302-732-9351 or visit us online at frankford.lib.de.us. Find us on FB @FrankfordPublicLibrary and Instagram @frankfordlibrary.
July 25 Welcome Walk Guided Tour — Delaware Botanic Gardens is offering a Welcome Walk Guided Tour from 10 to 11 a.m. This is free with admission. Grounding with Music: Different Gongs, Bowls & Drums — Join the Frankford Public Library at 11 a.m. for a calming and interactive musical experience with Lynsey. Children will discover how music can help soothe, focus, and harmonize the mind and body while exploring the unique sounds of gongs, singing bowls, and drums. Participants will have the opportunity to listen, learn, and even play these fascinating instruments in a handson sound adventure. Call 302-732-9351 or visit us online at frankford.lib.de.us. Find us on Facebook @FrankfordPublicLibrary and Instagram @frankfordlibrary.
July 27 Little Sprouts Storytime — Delaware Botanic Gardens is hosting Little Sprouts Storytime for children 3-6 from 10 to
10:45 a.m. Child must be accompanied by an adult, and it is free with an adult admission. Garden Yoga — Delaware Botanic Gardens is hosting Garden Yoga from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. The cost is $10 for members, and $20 for non-members. Register online at delawaregardens.org. Monday Meander Guided Tour — Delaware Botanic Gardens is offering a Monday Meander Guided Tour from 6:30 to 7:15 p.m. This is free with admission. Reptile Wonders — Reptile Wonders presents a hands-on, interactive, and interpretive program featuring exotic species of reptiles, including giant tortoises, monitor lizards, and pythons, and is held at South Coastal Library at 2 p.m. This is a family event for all ages. Please note the room temp will be set at 75 for the health of the reptiles. Registration is not required, but an adult caregiver must accompany children, and space is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Hosted by the South Coastal Library, 43 Kent Avenue, Bethany Beach, DE 19930 https://southcoastal.lib.de.us
B15 Storytime on Parsons Farm — Join us every Monday at 11 a.m. for storytelling, songs, and crafts at Parsons Farm. Storytime is in the outdoor pavilion unless it is raining, then it will be held inside the Farm Fresh Cafe. Open to all ages, no registrations required. Any cancellations will be posted on the Frankford Public Library's Facebook page. For more information, Call 302-732-9351 or visit us online at frankford.lib.de.us. Find us on Facebook @FrankfordPublicLibrary and Instagram @frankfordlibrary. Hooks and Needles — Join Frankford Public Library on Mondays at 1 p.m. for a fun afternoon of knitting and crocheting. All levels are welcome. Call 302-7329351 or visit us online at frankford.lib.de.us. Find us on FB @FrankfordPublicLibrary and Instagram @frankfordlibrary.
July 27, 28, 31 Beginner’s Crochet Series — Join Mary
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July 23 Live Meadow Music — Delaware Botanic Gardens is hosting Live Meadow Music with the Don Saint John Band from 6 to 8 p.m. This is free with admission. Walk-In Technology Assistance & Training — The Frankford Public Library, in partnership with the Delaware Libraries Digital Literacy Program, offers free walkin technology assistance and training for all skill levels. Get help with smartphones, tablets, laptops, basic computer skills, social media, AI, internet safety, and more. Personalized support and access to Learning Express and Northstar Digital Literacy Certification are also available. Learn more at delawarelibraries.org/digital. Baby Bees — Join Frankford Public Library Thursdays at 11 a.m. for a Baby Bees Story Time for children, ages 0 to 3. Stories, songs, and interactive play promote early literacy and engagement with other children in a relaxed setting in the children's room. Registration is not required. Questions, please call us: 302-7329351. We're on FB @FrankfordPublicLibrary and Instagram @frankfordlibrary. Let’s Play Games: For Adults — Join Frankford Public Library Thursdays at 1 p.m. to play games such as dominoes, Scrabble, and card games. Call 302-7329351 or visit online at frankford.lib.de.us. Find us on FB @FrankfordPublicLibrary and Instagram @frankfordlibrary. Teen DIY Fairy Garden — Unearth magic and whimsy with DIY fairy gardens intended for tweens and teens at the Frankford Public Library at 4 p.m. Prepare to get your hands a little dirty in decorating and planting your own pot to take home. We provide the materials, you provide the magic! Spots are limited, so registration is required. Call 302-7329351 or visit us online at frankford.lib.de.us. Find us on FB @FrankfordPublicLibrary and Instagram @frankfordlibrary.
July 24 Welcome Walk Guided Tour — Delaware Botanic Gardens is offering a Welcome Walk Guided Tour from 10 to 11 a.m. This is free with admission.
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Beach & Bay Cottage Tour
Home 1 — Ruth & Brian Iaia
Home 2 — Beth Trujillo
Beach & Bay Cottage Tour set for July 22-23 One of the most highly anticipated events of summer in Southern Delaware is the Beach & Bay Cottage Tour, and this year’s Tour is here. The 34th Beach & Bay Cottage Tour is being presented by Leslie Kopp and the Leslie Kopp Group. This year’s tour has both in-person and virtual components. The virtual portion of the tour, featuring 10 homes in a variety of styles and personalities, is taking place now and will continue through Aug. 2. Eight of the homes, which have been pre-selected, will be presented for in-person viewing Wednesday, July 22, and Thursday, July 23.
The homes are located along the shore and bay from Fenwick Island to downtown Bethany Beach, and inland. Of the 10 homes on the tour, eight will be available for in-person viewing by holders of Combo tickets. This year’s Platinum house sponsors include 84 Lumber, Marnie Custom Homes, Natelli Homes, SEA Studio Architects and Yoder & Sons. Gold sponsors for 2026 include Bay to Beach Builders, Jonathon Selway Architects and Sea Lite Design Build. Each of the 10 homes features a professionally produced video, which offers Tour patrons an opportunity to view each home as often as they want from
anywhere during the three-week Virtual Tour period through Aug. 2. The video presentation is being sponsored by L & W Insurance. Buses for the Fenwick Island Homes are being sponsored by PNC Financial Services Group. Virtual-only tickets, at $35, and Combo tickets, at $50, may be purchased only through the Cottage Tour’s website at beachandbaycottagetour.com. “We will only sell 1,000 Combo tickets this year, and they may be used on either Wednesday or Thursday,” said Kathy Green, Tour chair. “And holders of Combo Tickets will receive a printed tour booklet sponsored by Natelli Homes, which includes color ads spon-
sored by The Quiet Resorts Charitable Foundation. The book covers all 10 homes, a hang tag sponsored by Pohanka of Salisbury and a 34th anniversary tote bag.” The tote bag sponsors for 2026 are Anne Powell Del Vecchio, G&E Hocker’s Supermarkets, the Town of Bethany Beach, PNC Financial Services Group, Sea Colony Recreational Association, Scott & Schuman and the Szczur family. “This year’s media sponsor is the Coastal Point, and Schell Homes is the Sponsor of our Website,” said Green. See COTTAGE TOUR page B17
Beach & Bay Cottage Tour homes In-person homes (which may be toured by holders of combo tickets only.These homes are also available on the virtual tour.)
In-Person Home 1 — Ruth and Brian Iaia 26492 E. Pereling Lane, Ocean View Home 1 is being sponsored by Platinum Sponsor Natelli Homes. Ruth and Brian Iaia wanted to find a vacation destination that could serve as their future retirement home.They selected the Bay Forest Club community for its amenities, proximity to the beach and convenient distance from their primary residence.They chose a spacious corner lot with bay and woodland views, and the home was completed in 2024. The Iaias embraced the opportunity to create a residence that was very different in style, décor and color palette from their primary home.They describe their new home
as having “strong Craftsman architecture softened with coastal finishes.” In keeping with its tradition, the home showcases timeless woodwork, board-and-batten cabinetry and open, uncluttered spaces. Wide wainscoting decorates the open living room, and a coffered ceiling highlights the upstairs family room. Off-white walls unify the interior spaces, with accents of pale green, blue and gray tones that shift with sunlight. Warm neutrals, cool navy and subtle patterns give the structured furnishings a welcoming, coastal feel. In keeping with their love of the outdoors, the homeowners took full advantage of the outside space surrounding their home.They have an open front and back porch, a screened side porch, a dining porch and a grilling deck. Ruth and Brian Iaia acknowledged that is where they spend most of their time in warmer weather. Cushioned seating, a large TV, beverage fridge, lighting and wood-planked ceilings with overhead fans create a space that is ideal for
both large gatherings and quiet solitude. The Iaias have carefully established a home designed for family enjoyment, relaxation and the creation of lasting memories. They plan to continue enhancing their residence in the coming years with items that matter to them.
In-person Home 2 — BethTrujillo 33206 Paradisio Greens, Ocean View Beth Trujillo moved to Ocean View from Oxford, Md., in 2020 to join her daughters in planning a transitional coastal-style family home in The Reserves. The four-bedroom two-story home is suited to showcasing the flow of natural light from the pond-view windows in the main living area and primary bedroom at the rear of the house. A family collaboration on the home began with everyone gathering at the construction site to in-
scribe favorite scripture verses on the foundation and trusses. The collective family input into the ultimate design was further enhanced by the spatial design skills of Beth Trujillo’s daughter, who worked closely with her to personalize the blank canvas of her tract home.Together they created an artfully layered blend of antiques, fine art and repurposed textiles. Trujillo’s talent for creating pleasing artistic vignettes is evident in her curated displays of architectural remnants, travel mementos and treasured collectibles. Favorite comfortable furnishings from previous homes balance the fine art aesthetic to create a welcoming family-friendly vibe in the main floor gathering space, as well as in the nautical kids’ lounge upstairs.The rich details reflect the character and comfort that she and her family sought in designing a multigenerational home, even down to See HOMES page B17
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Cottage Tour Continued from page B16 No Cottage Tour would be complete without the raffles, and this year’s raffle is sponsored by Nally Homes. The winners of the Dinner Raffle will dine in style at either the Bethany Diner, Bethany Blues, Claws Seafood House, DiFebo’s Restaurant Bethany, Fins Ale House Bethany, Good Earth Market/Flavor, Honey’s at Station 26, J.R.’s Seafood Shack, Mancini’s, Mango’s, Mickey’s Family Crab House, Ocean 99, Off the Hook, Patsy’s restaurant, Pie pizza restaurant, SoDel restaurants, The Café on 26, The Parkway, The Salted Rim, The Station or The
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In-person Home 3 — Beth & Paul Wilkinson 630 Bethany Loop, Bethany Beach Home 3 is being sponsored by Platinum Sponsor Yoder & Sons. Inspired by a picture of a coastal cottage, Beth and Paul Wilkinson began a search for a spot to build in Bethany Beach.The Salt Pond, with its abundant trees, open spaces, golf course and proximity to the beach, offered the perfect setting.The three-bedroom home, completed in 2023, was designed with an open floorplan surrounding a central space for gathering with family and friends. The welcoming vibe begins with the friendly side-door entrance into the sunny kitchen, where a cozy patterned window seat and bold blue pantry door hint at the recurring shades of blue used throughout the home, much of it inspired by their collection of vibrant artwork. A comfortable seating group by the fireplace leads to a light-filled dining area set beneath a soothing blue shiplap cathedral ceiling. Nearby, a spacious ensuite primary bedroom includes a private sitting room
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Touch of Italy. The Art Raffle, featuring local artists, offers framed artwork by Barbara Carlson, Laura Hickman, Claire Howard, Susan Jordan, Wayne Lyons, Jeanne Mueller, Deb Rose, Amanda Sokolski and Cheryl Wisbrock. Tickets for both raffles cost $1 each and are available online only at beachandbaycottagetour.com. Winners will be selected on Aug. 3 and notified on that day. With the Adopt a House program for hostesses, many organizations will be involved in the 2026 tour. Participants this year are Barefoot Gardeners, Bayside Ladies, Bishop’s Landing Ladies, Bonnie Torrado & Friends, Coastal Gardeners, Friends of Eileen
Giaquinto, Gardeners by the Sea, Ladies of Bay Forest, Ladies of Windhurst Manor, Linda Broderick and friends, Lord Baltimore Women’s Club, Maureen Mulroy & Friends, Millville by the Sea, Reserve’s Beach Gals, Salt Air Gardeners, Salt Pond Friends & Neighbors, Salt Pond Women’s Club, South Coastal Village Volunteers, Suzanne’s Tennis Friends and Women’s Civic Club of Bethany Beach. “I want to thank all of the hundreds of volunteers that make this Tour a success,” said Green. “In particular, I would like to recognize our Tour Committee for the efforts that they have put into this Tour since last year. And, of course, our Tour would not be possible without the cooperation of the homeowners who
with direct access to a protected patio for morning coffee and a large outdoor area for casual entertaining. An ensuite guest room, powder room, laundry room and mudroom complete that level. A Chippendale stairway leads to a family suite upstairs, with an additional bedroom, double bunk area, bathroom and play area, perfect for their visiting kids and grandkids. An attached garage topped by a workroom provides needed storage and space for Paul Wilkinson to pamper his vintage sports car. Every feature of this comfortable home, from layout to décor, has been designed to provide the easy coastal living that Beth and Paul Wilkinson had envisioned for their family.
ever-home in Salt Pond. The Simmonses describe their home as “open, fun, beachy.” Family and friends are treated to an open greatroom graced with high ceilings and an impressive staircase. They can relax in comfortable seating areas, gather in the sparkling kitchen, and share a meal and conversation in the dining space and breakfast nook. Behind a coastal-blue barn door lies a spacious room devoted to entertainment and games. Upstairs, a quiet nook provides a retreat for reading, as well as some fun spaces for children. Coastal artwork, seaside motifs and accent walls in shades of blue and green complete the beachy vibe. Helen and Pat Simmons also describe moments of serendipity as a change in design during construction brought unexpected benefits. During a visit with the jobsite superintendent, the staircase finish and balusters (done differently than envisioned) were so impressive they asked to keep it as constructed. In the first floor’s guest bedroom suite, an accent wall error artfully shifted the entire perspective of the room. Instead of a tall Murphy bed, the Simmonses found a stylish queen bed console and designed around that element. They created an unexpected favorite spot to welcome the day with yoga and coffee when no guests are visiting.
In-person Home 4 — Helen & Pat Simmons 610 Bethany Loop, Bethany Beach Home 4 is being sponsored by Gold Sponsor Bay to Beach Builders. For 45 years, Helen and Pat Simmons have been coming to Bethany Beach, and they built a home in the area two decades ago. After retirement and living in the home full-time, their priorities changed. The choice was easy: The Simmonses decided to move to an active beach community with friendly residents, interesting homes, pickleball courts and a golf course. So, in 2025, they built their for-
have agreed to share their homes with our community.” The Cottage Tour is produced by the Friends of the South Coastal Library (FOSCL). It is the group’s major annual fundraiser and the principal source of FOSCL’s funding for 2026 and 2027. As in the past, all net proceeds directly benefit the library’s operations. To purchase tour tickets or raffle tickets, or to make a donation, go to beachandbaycottagetour.com. “Treat yourself to a special look at some of the loveliest homes in the Bethany area while benefiting one of our community’s best assets — our South Coastal Library in Bethany Beach,” Green said.
In-person Home 5 — Linda & Raymond Lynn 104 Central Blvd., Bethany Beach Home 5 is being sponsored by Platinum Sponsor Marnie Custom Homes. Searching for something larger than the Ocean City, Md., condo they had enjoyed for years, Linda and Ray Lynn discovered an ideally located property in the heart of downtown Bethany and just a block from the beach.The original home was built in the early 1950s and had already undergone a renovation by the time they purchased it in 2016. Six years later, their family suddenly expanded from four to nine people, and once again they needed more space. After considering another renovation they ultimately decided to rebuild the 70-year-old home, completing the three-story coastal farmhouse in 2024. As a tribute to its origins, they retained the home’s name of Central Manor, feeling it accurately described its perfect location. Their goal was to create a timeless vacation home that was durable, spacious and comfortable enough for large gatherings of family and friends.The main living area was designed to keep everyone in the same open communal space, whether sharing a See HOMES page B18
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Homes Continued from page B17 meal, watching football or playing games together. Fully retractable sliders open the interior to the rear screen porch with a massive two-story stone fireplace, 83-inch TV and direct access to the dipping pool out back for multigenerational indoor/outdoor enjoyment. The Lynns’ attention to detail in planning the amenities of the home for the maximum comfort of their guests is evident in the thoughtful inclusion of king-sized beds with built-in bedside charging stations and custom closets in every ensuite bedroom. A two-room family suite with additional bunks and twin beds brings the total sleeping capacity to just under 20. Stepping away from the beachy décor of their previous condo, they’ve chosen a timeless classic style that blends traditional and modern elements with a mix of old and
new pieces for a comfortable space more typical of a year-round home. Contemporary features, such as the sleek white fireplace mantle in the living room provide a contrast with the rustic wood beam mantle on the screen porch’s stone fireplace while in the kitchen white quartz countertops are balanced by the rugged white stone backsplash. A neutral color palette, layered textures and natural fibers complement the recurring use of warm wood accents throughout the home that reference the family’s lifelong wood flooring business.
In-person Home 6 — Anne Hodges 1303 Bunting Avenue, Fenwick Island Home 6 is being sponsored by Gold Sponsor Sea Lite Design Build. This historic midcentury cottage, tucked into the dunes of old Fenwick, is a hidden
treasure from bygone beach days. Surrounded by decades of family mementos, Anne Hodges presides over her grandparents’ shingled seaside home preserving the memories of four generations of her family who have spent summers here. Her grandfather, the original owner and builder of the home, was Carl Christian Rasmussen, a Lutheran pastor, professor and dean at Gettysburg Seminary. In 1934, he came to Fenwick looking for a vacation rental property for his family.They rented one of the four oceanfront cottages owned by ministers near the summer revival camps held at the south end of town. He eventually bought the cottage in 1936 and had it moved up the sandy road via mule-pulled logs to an oceanfront lot. He and his family enjoyed that home for another 10 years before moving it back one lot west, where it remains in the extended family. He and his son then built the current home over the course of three summers, completing it in 1950.
July 17, 2026 Carl Rasmussen and his wife, Alma, spent every summer there, both living to be older than 100.The pair were renowned for sending off their departing houseguests with a “Safe home, dearie!” called from the deck — hence the home’s name in tribute to their sweet goodbye. A treasure trove of their love letters from 1915 remains in the home, an enduring testimony to their 80 years of marriage. The two-story three-bedroom cottage sits on pilings just behind the sand dune and is flanked on two sides by open decking. It retains its original knotty pine paneling, hardwood floors and exposed wood beams, as well as much of Anne Hodges’ grandparents’ furnishings, reupholstered and updated many times over.The home is filled with family mementos and multiple collections reflecting their long history there, as well as her love of marine life. The home was one of the few in Fenwick that survived the infamous 1962 nor’easter.The fireplace literally held the house up through the storm as the ocean flowed beneath it, leaving it as a lasting tribute to the solid foundation the Rev. Rasmussen created for his family.
In-person Home 7 — Jackie & Steve Breeden 806 Bunting Avenue, Fenwick Island Since 2008, Jackie and Steve Breeden had owned a townhouse in north Ocean City and often visited nearby Fenwick Island for its restaurants. Walks along Bunting Avenue, just a block from the beach, gave them a chance to meet friendly residents and admire the area’s distinctive homes. When a lot became available, the Breedens seized the opportunity to join the “Bunting Boardwalk” community. A business partner and architect-land planner created an initial design for the unusually wide, shallow lot, helping shape their vision for a Nantucket/Cape Cod-style home. The Breeden home reflects thoughtful design and expert planning. Aptly named Ocean Peek, the home offers ocean views from its top deck. In the foyer, colorful artwork, a turtle wall sculpture, and a striking light fixture that casts a sunburst pattern create a warm, inviting first impression. Four guest suites feature individual temperature controls which “keeps everyone happy,” a large family room includes a coffee corner for early risers. The upstairs greatroom was designed around a handcrafted 9-foot live-edge walnut dining table with a metal base to prevent stubbed toes. The dining chairs helped guide the scale and placement of other elements, including rugs, recessed and pendant lighting, traffic flow, and decorative cathedral ceiling beams that visually divide the living space. A palette of light tan, dark blue and crisp white unified the room and complemented the furnishings, beverage cabinet and See HOMES page B20
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Continued from page B18 kitchen. Throughout the home, Jackie and Steve Breeden used art to celebrate their travels. In the family room, a gallery wall of male portraits from countries they have visited is displayed in matching frames, making it easy to rearrange and add future photographs. Nearby, a glass-enclosed, boat-style table filled with bottles of sand collected from distant beaches offers another creative nod to their journeys.
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Home 6 — Anne Hodges Built in 1994, the house was renovated for sale by its second owner. When the Barretts purchased the unfurnished property in August of 2025, they looked past the wall colors, named the home The Last Resort (a playful nod to its location) and set out to make it their own. The interior pairs coastal charm with a modern feel. A contemporary front door opens to a foyer with a lighted staircase and a striking pendant that draws the eye upward. On the wall, a large framed nautical flag representing the letter “B” once flew on a ship and is now displayed as a tribute to their last name and a celebratory nod to the family’s dream home.The sunken living
room with modern furnishings features sweeping bay views, and a surfboard on the wall — one of several throughout the house — underscores its beach-inspired theme. Throughout the home, white walls give a fresh, modern look, while nautical and coastal accents add to its appeal. An embroidered pillow reminds guests to “Slow down. We’re on beach time” — a sentiment the homeowners embrace. Expansive windows and two levels of decks frame the bay, with views of waterfowl, passing boats and the peaceful rhythm of bayside life. A shaded back porch invites See HOMES page B23
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Calendar Continued from page B15 Beth Leonard at South Coastal Library at 10 a.m. for a free, three-part class on crocheting. Participants will make a basic project throughout this series, so you must attend all three two-hour sessions! Part 1 (July 27) will introduce the craft, tools, and basic techniques (three main stitches.) Part 2 (July 28) will focus on more stitch types and how to read crochet patterns & charts. Part 3 (July 31) will include finishing projects and learning about crocheting resources. All materials provided, for ages 18-plus. Registration opens at 10 a.m. on July 20 and is available at https://southcoastal.lib.de.us or by calling 302-8585518. (Online registration recommended!) Hosted by the South Coastal Library, 43 Kent Avenue, Bethany Beach, DE 19930
July 28 Online Author Talk — Tune in to a live, online conversation at 2 p.m. with bestselling author Dr. Marisa Franco, one of the world’s leading experts in human connection, as she discusses how to create lasting friendships in an increasingly lonely world. Her book, Platonic: How the Science of Attachment Can Help You Make-–And Keep–Friends, explores the science of different attachment styles and how they impact our relationships — often in ways we don’t realize! Can’t make the live session? Visit our website to access the recording later and browse through hundreds of other recorded author talks. Free, details and registration (required) available at
www.southcoastal.lib.de.us or by calling 302-858-5518 Presented by the Library Speakers Consortium in partnership with the South Coastal Library, 43 Kent Avenue, Bethany Beach, DE 19930 PAWS for Reading — Well-trained teams of dogs and owners provide a supportive and fun way for kids to gain confidence in reading aloud, at South Coastal Library at 4 p.m. Children read for 10 minutes and may bring their own book if they wish. Ages 5-plus. Free, must call (302) 8585518 to register. Hosted by the South Coastal Library, 43 Kent Avenue, Bethany Beach, DE 19930 https://southcoastal.lib.de.us Walk-In Technology Assistance & Training — The Frankford Public Library, in partnership with the Delaware Libraries Digital Literacy Program, offers free walkin technology assistance and training for all skill levels. Get help with smartphones, tablets, laptops, basic computer skills, social media, AI, internet safety, and more. Personalized support and access to Learning Express and Northstar Digital Literacy Certification are also available. Learn more at delawarelibraries.org/digital. Teleservices Specialist: Employment, Health and Social Support — The Frankford Public Library now offers access to a teleservices specialist from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on a first come, first served basis with no appointment required. Patrons can get help with employment services, resumes, Delaware ASSIST applications, housing and food resources, computer assistance, financial coaching, and referrals to community partners. A secure, private space is also available for virtual appointments, including telehealth visits and job
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interviews, with up to date technology to ensure comfort and confidentiality. Questions, please call us: 302-732-9351. We're on FB @FrankfordPublicLibrary and Instagram @frankfordlibrary. New Techniques for Intermediate Watercolors — Explore the beauty of painting with watercolors at the Frankford Public Library at 10:30 a.m. We'll focus on a different technique topic during each session as you create your masterpiece. For this session, we'll learn about using color to create focal point. Some experience with watercolors is necessary. All supplies will be provided. Registration is required. Call 302-732-9351 or visit us online at frankford.lib.de.us. Find us on FB @FrankfordPublicLibrary and Instagram @frankfordlibrary
July 29 Beach Bible Study — Christina Tate is hosting No Homework Women’s Bible Study VI on 2nd Street at Bethany Beach every Wednesday from 8:30 to 9:45 a.m. Bring a chair. To register, call 539-9510, or just show up. Registration is advised so you could be contacted if there is a weather change. All women are welcome. Mah Jongg Open Play — Frankford Public Library’s Mah Jongg group plays Wednesdays at 1 p.m. for casual play. Registration is not required, but prior playing experience is preferred. Call 302-7329351 or visit us online at frankford.lib.de.us. Find us on FB @FrankfordPublicLibrary and Instagram @frankfordlibrary. The Jungle Book — Join the Frankford Public Library at 2 p.m. for a special per-
formance of The Jungle Book, presented by Rehoboth Children's Theatre. This lively, family-friendly production brings the beloved classic to life with colorful characters, humor, and adventure. Follow Mowgli's journey through the jungle and enjoy a fun-filled show that will have audiences of all ages laughing, cheering, and joining in the excitement! Call 302-7329351 or visit online at frankford.lib.de.us. Find us on FB @FrankfordPublicLibrary and Instagram @frankfordlibrary. Speaker Series — Join the Frankford Public Library at 5 p.m. for an interactive presentation with historian and author Dr. Charles Errico, as we examine the qualities that made the United States a world leader that earned the respect of other nations for its strength of character and humanitarian values. It was the Puritan, John Winthrop, who envisioned a "city upon a hill; the eyes of all people are upon us." Dr. Errico will provide examples of nineteenth and twentieth century presidents who exhibited leadership qualities such as magnanimity, the ability to communicate high ideals, and strength during times of crisis. Charles Errico recently retired as a professor at Northern Virginia Community College and George Mason University. He has a Ph.D. in American diplomatic history from the University of Maryland. Call 302-732-9351 or visit us online at frankford.lib.de.us. Find us on FB @FrankfordPublicLibrary and Instagram @frankfordlibrary.
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Millsboro Public Library hosting writing contest Patrons can put pen to paper and win prizes In celebration of the summer-long Children’s Summer Reading Program, “Unearth a Story,” the Millsboro Public Library is launching its first-ever writing contest. The writing contest is open to children and adults, with prizes for each age
Calendar Continued from page B21 and assemble a beautiful hummingbird suncatcher you can use to beautify your space, with this class at South Coastal Library from 2 to 3:30 p.m. Free, for Ages 13-17 (Ages firm!) Registration recommended but walk-ins accepted if space allows. Registration begins at 2 p.m. on July 9. Hosted by the South Coastal Library, 43 Kent Avenue, Bethany Beach, DE 19930 https://southcoastal.lib.de.us 302-8585518 Walk-In Technology Assistance & Training — The Frankford Public Library, in partnership with the Delaware Libraries Digital Literacy Program, offers free walkin technology assistance and training for all skill levels. Get help with smartphones, tablets, laptops, basic computer skills, social media, AI, internet safety, and more. Personalized support and access to Learn-
group. Any patron can submit to the contest in categories including Grades K-5 Grades 612 and Adults. Each category provides a specific prompt to challenge writers. “When Gillian, one of our clerks, came up with this idea, I thought — why didn’t I think of that!” said MPL Assistant Director Anthony Connolly. “It’s a fun no-brainer for us.” To submit, patrons are being asked to
turn in hardcopy entries to the library and include their name, grade level and age on their submission. All stories must be typed. The library has computers should patrons need one to finish their story. The deadline is Aug. 15. The prompts: • Grade K-5 — Write about a favorite animal going on an adventure. • Grade 6-12 — Write about an ad-
ing Express and Northstar Digital Literacy Certification are also available. Learn more at delawarelibraries.org/digital. Bilingual Story Time — Join the Frankford Public Library at 11 a.m. for a special Bilingual Baby Bees Story Time in English and Spanish for children ages 0–3 and their families. Through stories, songs, and interactive play, children and caregivers can learn both languages while building early literacy skills and making new friends. Registration is not required. For more information, call 302-732-9351. Follow us on Facebook @FrankfordPublicLibrary and Instagram @frankfordlibrary. Let’s Play Games: For Adults — Join Frankford Public Library Thursdays at 1 p.m. to play games such as dominoes, Scrabble, and card games. Call 302-7329351 or visit online at frankford.lib.de.us. Find us on FB @FrankfordPublicLibrary and Instagram @frankfordlibrary.
August 1 MUMC Bake Sale — Millville United Women in Faith will host their summer bake sale in the church’s Wesley Hall at 36405 Club House Rd. from 8 to 10:30 a.m., featuring a variety of treats. All proceeds go to support local mission projects. Teens & Tweens Planter Painting — Unearth your inner artist at the Frankford Public Library at 11 a.m. at our planter painting and decorating event intended for teens and tweens. Participants will each get to take home a terracotta planter with their creation! All materials provided. Spots are limited, so registration is required. Call 302-732-9351 or visit us online at frankford.lib.de.us. Find us on Facebook @FrankfordPublicLibrary and Instagram @frankfordlibrary. Yard and Bake Sale — Roxana United Methodist Church will be holding its yearly Yard and Bake Sale from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. There will be scrapple sandwiches for
venture that you would like to go on. • Adults — Write about a favorite childhood memory. The Millsboro Public Library is located on West State Street in Millsboro. Hours are Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. For more information, contact Gillian Slater at the Millsboro Public Library at (302) 934-8743. breakfast, and hot dogs for lunch. Rain or shine.
August 9-16 Annual Cellofest — The 3rd Annual Bethany Beach Cellofest will take place from Aug. 9-16. There will be free public events from Aug. 5-16, featuring concerts, community programs and cello story time. A list of events and locations can be found at cellomuseum.org.
August 14 Fenwick Flicks — The Fenwick Island Beach Patrol is hosting a family movie showing of “Minions” at the Bayard Street beach at dusk. Family games and activities will start at 8 p.m. Organizers encourage guests to bring a blanket or chair, gather your crew and settle in for a fun and free movie night on the beach.
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Virtual Only Home 9 — Jen & Scott Edmonston 212 Hollywood, Bethany Beach Home 9 is being sponsored by Platinum Sponsor SEA Studio Architects. When Jen and Scott Edmonston purchased this modest 1985 beach cottage in 2019, their original intent was to tear it down and rebuild, but living there during COVID gave them time to develop a new appreciation for the small space that better suited the couple and their new puppy. They also felt it was important to preserve the familiar small saltbox form that has been gradually replaced throughout town with much larger homes. Rather than expanding their footprint, their new plan
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Homes Continued from page B23 and in the primary bathroom add an additional layer of richness, warmth and character to the neutral backdrop, with added pops of color provided by mid-century modern art. The homeowners have achieved their revised vision of a modestly-scaled home that seamlessly integrates the natural verdant surroundings outside with the serene open interior for a blurring of indoor and outdoor space that meets but doesn’t exceed their needs.The completed design illustrates the value of renovating summer cot-
tages, rather than rebuilding, and maintains a connection to the original scale, density and small town quality of Bethany Beach.
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Home 10 — Ellen & Matty Parker bought a Nanticoke home originally assembled in 1994 on a waterfront lot. Although the property was in disrepair, the “priceless” water views made their investment worthwhile. The Parkers renovated their home in three phases over two decades, to enhance water views and create a welcoming home for their family and future grandchildren. In 2001, they replaced all flooring, added a children’s playroom and a music/exercise room on the first floor. Outside, they built a bulkhead and dock, and discovered a sandy beach while clearing overgrown vegetation. For several years, the Parkers felt lucky just to see the large expanse of saltwater but joked that their bedroom had the least desirable view. In 2015, they created a large primary
suite with wonderful water views, converted a storage room into a charming bunkroom, and fully renovated the kitchen area to add dining space.The final phase, started in 2024, focused on improving curb appeal, refining the home’s exterior and interior, and installing an elevator. Throughout the process, the Parkers stayed true to their modern aesthetic. As they explained, “Our style is contemporary and not the typical beach-house look.” Furnishings, décor and light wall colors allow the water views to take center stage. An unexpected sense of whimsy is woven throughout the home, with playful, colorful crafts and interesting art.The sunny, modern home exudes friendliness and comfort with a sense of humor.
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Almost oceanfront! Rare opportunity with an ideal location in Indian Beach. This 100x100 lot offers an excellent setting for your dream home with unobstructed ocean views across from the dune crossover, only steps from the private beach. Potential for beautiful Rehoboth Bay views too. $3,600,000 Call the Lingo/Tull Team 302-226-6417 (Direct) #4672I
Custom-built 5BR/4.5BA luxury home in coveted RBYCC featuring a renovated chef’s kitchen, vaulted ceilings, multiple en-suite bedrooms, media room, smart home upgrades, resort style backyard w/ Trex deck & firepit. Prime location near beaches, shopping and dinning $1,649,000 Call Riess of the Carrie Lingo Team 410-205-0184 (Cell) #5609JL
Hidden oasis on 11.54 partially wooded acres! This 3BR, 2BA home features exposed wood-beamed ceilings, soaring windows, abundant natural light, a loft, screened porch, and unfinished space with ADU potential. No HOA and endless possibilities for privacy, recreation, or expansion. $2,000,000 Call Paul Townsend 302-236-3212 (Cell) #5621M
TO BE BUILT NEW CONSTRUCTION. Beautiful 3acre lot Co-Marketed with Caruso Homes. This Summit Model plan is a versatile 2-story single family home offering up to 5 BRs, gourmet kitchen w/ island and breakfast area, formal DR, spacious great room. $837,680 Call Karen Flowers 302-858-6655 (Cell) #4395TR
Discover your dream home in this inviting coastal residence featuring a low annual HOA fee of just $45. This meticulously maintained property boasts 3 spacious bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, offering an ideal split floor plan that enhances privacy and comfort. $295,000 Call Tammy Rust 302-542-8187 (Cell) #5390TM
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4BR/3BA home features a paver patio, firepit, bar area, private boat slip, inverted floor plan, granite countertops, primary suite, two-car garage and so much more. $1,199,900 Call Chelsea of the Carrie Lingo Team 302-382-6090 (Cell) #5522TL
Private, 3BR, 2.5BA home on nearly 4 partially wooded acres with no HOA! Features new roof, HVAC, hot water heater, flooring, paint & stainless appliances. Includes 2 pole barns, garden shed & finished garage with 2-story office/flex splace – perfect for an equestrian retreat or hobby farm. $895,000 Call Paul Townsend 302-236-3212 (Cell) #5613T
Original Sloan Homestead on 2.4 acres with 300ft waterfront. 4BR/2BA cedar shake home with renovated kitchen, guest cottage, private dock & 2 barns. No HOA —endless potential. Peaceful yet close to beaches, dining & amenities. $2,100,000 Call the Paul Townsend Team 302-236-3212 (Cell) #5540UL
Elegant low country style meets upscale convenience in an amenity rich community. 5 bedroom, 3.5 bath, customized three story home full of upgrades. Situated on the 3rd fairway of the signature Jack Nicklaus Course in The Peninsula. Must see! $819,000 Call Zane Jones 302-470-7669 (Cell) #5232V
Built by Ashburn Homes, this Livingston ranch offers 1,942sqft, 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths on a private .66-acre lot on a quiet cul-de-sac. Exterior features include covered front portico, cedar shaker siding, 2-car side entry garage, 300sqft concrete patio and 12x24 shed. $524,900 Call Bea Maggio 443-789-1480 (Cell) #5535QM
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Religious Services Transforming Lives by the Power of the Gospel for the Glory of God
St. Andrew The Apostle Orthodox Church
Daughter of the Sea A Beautiful Reform Jewish Congregation
Saturday Vespers 6:00 pm Sunday Orthros 9:00 am Sunday Liturgy 10:00 am
(16 miles from Oceanview, 1 minute from the Windmill Creek Winery)
Join Us for Weekly Shabbat Services Every Friday at 7pm. Interfaith Welcome, Full Time Rabbi, Hebrew School Full & Part Time “Friend” Membership Available
Visitors Always Welcome!
THERE IS A PLACE FOR YOU AT TEMPLE BAT YAM
Fr. Herman Acker, Pastor
302 448 8697 • 410 641 4311 www.templebatyam-oc.org
Service Schedule Sunday Morning Life Groups
10:00 am 11:15 am
22860 N. Dupont Blvd., Georgetown • 302-856-3773 office@calvarygeorgetown.com Pastor Jeremy Barbrow
33384 Mackenzie Way - Lewes, 19958 OrthodoxDelmar.org 302.645.5791
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SUNDAY SCHEDULE MILLVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Grounded in God’s Grace Moving in Christ’s Love
Join us for Sunday worship at 9:00 and 11:00 am. All are welcome! Millville is blessed to welcome Rev. Claire Miller Everyone is welcome as we share the good news of God's love and grace.
36405 Club House Road, Millville, DE 19967
MillvilleMethodistChurch.org
ST. MARTHA’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH
SUNDAY HOLY EUCHARIST 8:00 am 10:00 am with music and on YouTube
Sunday, July 26 9am Service ONLY! God is Love and those who live in love, live in God, and God lives in them. 1John 4:16
302.539.7444 117 Maplewood Street; Bethany Beach
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BETHANY BEACH CHRISTIAN CHURCH (Disciples of Christ)
SUNDAY SERVICE 9:30 am In-Person & Live-Streaming on YouTube Celebrating 25 years of full-time ministry Serving • Inclusive • Open-Minded • Open Communion
302.539.4118 BethanyBeachDisciples.org 7 N. Pennsylvania Avenue, Bethany Beach
St. Mark’s Episcopal Church
You are Welcomed No matter who you are, where you’re from, what you look like, or who you love 9:30am Sunday Service Bible Study Wednesdays at 11am Ellis and West State Streets in Millsboro DE 19966
302.539.9077
SOUND UNITED
METHODIST CHURCH
Established in 1779 “Loving & Living so that Others see Jesus in us”
In-Person & Live-Streamed Facebook.com/RoxanaZionAndSoundUMC
every Sunday, 8:30 a.m.
Pastor John Schutt 302.436.4011 37890 Sound Church Road, Selbyville 19975
FENWICK ISLAND BAPTIST CHURCH 36806 Lighthouse Rd., next to Float-ors
Chapter by Chapter, Verse by Verse Approach to Scripture
SUNDAYS
Sunday School - all ages - 9 a.m. Worship & Celebration - 10 a.m. Evening Bible Study - 5 p.m.
WEDNESDAYS
Interactive Bible Study - 6 p.m.
FenwickIslandBaptist.com
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MSO announces 2026-2027 season: ‘New Worlds, Timeless Wonders’ The Mid-Atlantic Symphony Orchestra (MSO) has announced its 2026–2027 season: “New Worlds, Timeless Wonders,” designed as “an inspiring celebration of beloved masterworks, remarkable discoveries, internationally acclaimed guest artists and cherished audience traditions.” The season, led by Music Director Michael Repper, “offers a compelling musical journey that spans centuries while showcasing the enduring power of orchestral music,” they said. The Masterworks Series opens in September with “From London to America,” featuring Dvořák’s “Serenade for Strings,” Haydn’s “Symphony No. 104, London,” and Florence Price’s “Adoration.” In November, the orchestra will shine a spotlight on one of Maryland’s musical voices with Mary Howe Redis-
covered, pairing three of Howe’s orchestral works with Schubert’s “Symphony No. 5” and Beethoven’s “Symphony No. 8.” Returning favorites include the orchestra’s Holiday Joy concerts, the New Year’s Eve celebration featuring internationally acclaimed soprano Laquita Mitchell and the Elizabeth Loker International Concerto Competition, where audiences experience both a world-class concert and a live competition as exceptional young musicians perform with the orchestra before a panel of judges. Spring programming continues with “Canyons, Constellations & Classics,” featuring music by Jessie Montgomery and Tanner Porter, Aaron Copland’s “Clarinet Concerto” with YaoGuang Zhai, principal clarinet of the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra, and Mozart’s
“Symphony No. 29.” The season will conclude with “Discoveries, Reflections & Healing,” featuring Samuel Coleridge-Taylor’s “Noveletten,” Ralph Vaughan Williams’ “Oboe Concerto” performed by Dwight Parry, principal oboe of the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra, and Louise Farrenc’s “Symphony No. 3.” The orchestra’s Ensembles Series also returns with four chamber music programs performed by members of the MSO. Audiences can enjoy Romantic masterpieces inspired by Robert and Clara Schumann and Johannes Brahms, a Holiday Brass program, a special celebration of Beethoven’s legacy marking the 200th anniversary of his death, and a season-ending exploration of Italian chamber music featuring Puccini, Donizetti and Verdi. “This season reflects everything we
love about making music,” said Repper. “From timeless classics to remarkable rediscoveries, from internationally recognized guest artists to intimate chamber performances, each concert invites audiences to explore new musical landscapes while celebrating works that continue to inspire us today.” Season subscriptions and single tickets are now available. Subscribers enjoy significant savings, priority seating, and the opportunity to experience the entire season of performances across Maryland’s Eastern Shore and southern Delaware. For tickets, subscriptions and additional information, visit www.midatlanticsymphony.org or call (410) 289-8446.
Religious Services Seaside Jewish Community A positive path for spiritual living
Celebrating 25 Years An egalitarian unaffiliated congregation
Shabbat Services Visit our website to sign up for our email newsletter for notification of events and worship services. Adult and youth education programs, activities, social events, discussion groups, religious school
8:00 a.m. An outdoor Holy Communion service on the church lawn. Dog walkers and our beach neighbors are welcome! Every Sunday in June, July, and August 1000 Coastal Highway, Fenwick Island
Religious Leader Rabbi Julie Hilton Danan (302) 226 8977 www.SeasideJewishCommunity.com 18790 Holland Glade Rd., Rehoboth Beach
Sunday Zoom Services 10AM Inspriting Messages & Heartfelt Music Renowned Speakers and Authors Award-Winning Musicians Zoom Link on Homepage of Website UnitySpiritualCenterOfCoastalDe.org
Ocean View Church of Christ
THE BEACH FELLOWSHIP
55 West Ave., Ocean View
Sunday 8:30 & 10 am In-Person LIVE broadcast on:
A Big Church With A Bigger Heart
Wednesday 6:30 pm
Sunday Worship Services
Bible Study
8:30AM Praise & Worship Service 9:00AM Kids’ Church
CCOVDE.org In Person
Preacher Ethan Magee • 302.539.7468 • CCOVDE.org
PreK thru 8th Grade 10:30AM Traditional Worship Service Nursery is available for both services
Sundays at 8am
Worship on the Beach at the end of Ocean View Parkway, Bethany Beach Sharing the Truth of God’s Word, Verse by Verse
TheBeachFellowship.com
Frankford Presbyterian Church Helping others help themselves
10 am Sunday Worship
302-934-7969 www.gracechurchmillsboro.com 300 E. Church Street, Millsboro
Saturday 6 pm Sunday 9 & 11 am
graceofficeemail@gmail.com Pastor Missy Rekitzke
River Kids is Available During All Services RiverOnline.Church 35175 Roxana Rd. Frankford, 19945
in-person
A welcoming church family committted to serving a God known for Unconditional Love and Acceptance.
301.356.4589
Pastor David McNeilly
Main Street, at the foot of Thatcher Street in Frankford
Nearly New Thift Shop Fri., 9-5 & Sat., 9-1 302.841.5289
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RAL open July shows with Members’ Fine Art Exhibition From July 17 to Aug. 16, the Rehoboth Art League will host its 88th Members Fine Art Exhibition in the Corkran and Tubbs galleries. “From Agriculture to Art: A History of the Rehoboth Art League” will be showcased in the historic Peter Marsh Homestead, which will continue through Sept. 20. On the evening of July 17 from 5-7 p.m., the art league will host a free opening reception for its exhibitions, inviting anyone interested to visit the Corkran, Tubbs and Ventures galleries, as well as the historic Homestead, to see the new shows. The Members’ Fine Art Exhibition has been a part of the Rehoboth Art League’s summer lineup since the league was founded 88 years ago. The longstanding show highlights artwork by more than 80 member artists in a
wide variety of media, including painting, pastel, watercolor, acrylic, oil and mixed media; sculptures of both metal and wood; photography; and more. As per tradition, a variety of awards will be presented for outstanding work, judged by artist Steve Oliver, who will give a free Gallery Talk at 10 a.m. on Saturday, July 18, in the Corkran Gallery. Oliver said he has enjoyed creating art for nearly his entire life and has always considered the ability to draw and paint an incredible gift. Throughout his career, he has received numerous awards and recognition for his wildlife art and has participated in many regional, national, and international exhibitions. His artwork has appeared on 10 conservation stamps, including the 2010 Delaware Duck Stamp, and has been reproduced in more than 100 limited edition
prints. Oliver is a longtime member of the international group the Society of Animal Artists and spent 28 years helping to organize and manage the Rittenhouse Square Fine Art Shows in Philadelphia — serving 18 of those years as executive director. The Homestead will be displaying “From Agriculture to Art: A History of the Rehoboth Art League” in honor of the United States’ 250th anniversary, tracing the site’s history from its origins as an 18th-century farm to the founding and growth of the art league. The exhibition features curated works and artifacts from RAL’s collection that highlight local, national and artistic history, including Native American objects, early industry tools and notable artworks tied to major historical moments. The Ventures Gallery will continue
to showcase an eclectic collection of fine art and crafts by RAL member artists. Throughout the summer season, people can browse everything from original paintings, wearable fiber art, ceramics, fine art photography, books and more. Each purchase supports a practicing artist, as well as the mission of the Rehoboth Art League. The exhibitions are free and open to everyone during the regular gallery hours of Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Sunday, noon to 4 p.m. For additional information about the art league, its exhibits, classes, memberships, events and more, visit its website at RehobothArtLeague.org or call (302) 227-8408.
Religious Services GRACE of GOD LUTHERAN CHURCH Worship inside the Long Neck CHEER Center 26089 Shoppes at Long Neck 302-947-1044 ALL ARE WELCOME www.goglcde.org
Sunday Worship Service 10:00 A.M.
You are welcome here! St. Matthews by the Sea United Methodist Church 1000 Coastal Hwy., Fenwick Island
Sundays: 9:30 am Rev. Jake Macklin, Pastor • 302.537.1402
Ocean View Presbyterian Church CHOOSE WELCOME All WE Are Welcome SUNDAY In ThisWORSHIP Place9:30 AM 67 Central Ave., Ocean View, DE 19970 ovpc.org PC(USA) 302-539-3455 SUNDAY WORSHIP Pastor Terry Dougherty Walkers & Waggers - 8:30 am
CC Delaware Coast A Calvary Chapel Fellowship
Sunday Worship 10 am
Wednesdays Bible Study @ 7 pm Spirit-Filled, Verse by Verse Teaching 48 N. Main Street, Selbyville or join us on Facebook - click link on
ccdelcoast.church For more information, contact Pastor Rob LoRusso
302.500.1774
info@ccdelcoast.org
Informal 30 minute outdoor service for you and your animal friends with coffee and treats!
Traditional Service - 9:30 am live on Facebook & YouTube
Bible Study Tuesday at 10:00 am 67 Central Ave. (Enter Church Street from West Avenue) Ocean View, DE 19970 ovpc.org PC(USA) 302-539-3455
ST. MARTIN’S IN THE FIELD EPISCOPAL CHURCH Sunday Service at 10 a.m.
9 am Contemporary Service 9 am Kids’ Church 11 am Traditional Service
Childcare Available at Both Services
Get-acquainted coffee hour after the service
302.539.9510
The beautiful church with a small congregation and a
81 Central Avenue, Ocean View
Big, Welcoming Heart! 75 West Church St.; Selbyville Parking: Front or Back The Rev. Glenn Duffy 302.436.8921 • StMartinsSelbyville.org
Get theWord out 302.539.1788
MarinersBethel.org
Rev. Dr. Rebecca Collison, Lead Pastor Rev. Brian Sandell, Associate Pastor
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Obituaries Louis Francis ‘Frank’ Beck, 89 Louis Francis “Frank” Beck, 89, passed away peacefully at his home in Ocean View, Del., on July 5, 2026, cared for by his Beck loving family both in the hospital and during his final days at home. He was born in Washington, D.C., on Jan. 5, 1937. After high school, Beck served for two years in the U.S. Army. He then spent the majority of his 40-year career in the federal government at the CIA and completed his career with Booz Allen. Frank and Mary (O’Donnell) Beck were married in 1963 and were devout Catholics, attending Mass, and volunteering at the church and school. They were the first teachers of the faith for their two children, Kathy and Kevin, and sacrificed to send them to Catholic grade school and high school. They lived in Kensington, Md., (Holy Cross parish), Olney, Md., (St. Peter’s parish), and finally had been residents of Ocean View since 2004, attending St. Ann’s and Our Lady of Guadalupe churches. Beck enjoyed visiting the casino, having wine on his back porch, and talking with friends and family. He enjoyed joking around and loved living at the beach. His grandchildren affectionately called him “Papa,” and his gentle nature and profound optimism were an inspiration to all. He will be greatly missed. In addition to his parents, Beck was preceded in death by his wife of 46 years, Mary (O’Donnell) Beck, in 2010; and his sister, Sister Marie Dolores Beck (Sisters of the Good Shepherd) in 2021. He is survived by his daughter Kathy (Beck) Tolino, her husband, Vince, and their daughter Emily Massi and her husband, Alex, and daughter Ashley Tolino and her fiancé, Dan Bishop; his son Kevin Beck, his wife, Jenny, their daughters Lauren, Michelle and Grace; and his great-grandson, Giovanni “Gio” Massi; and his sisters, Sister Mary Frances Beck (Sisters of the Holy Names of Jesus and Mary) and Paula Nolan. Visitation will be held Thursday, July 23, 2026, at 11:30 a.m. at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church in Frankford, Del. A Mass of Christian Burial will be at 1 p.m. at the same location. Interment will be at the Gate of Heaven Cemetery in Dagsboro, Del., on Friday, July 24, 2026, at 11 a.m. All are welcome. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the St. Ann’s St. Vincent de
Paul Society. Please mail any donations to the following address and add a note, “In memory of Frank Beck”: St. Vincent de Paul/Saint Ann’s Parish, PO Box 879, Ocean View, DE 19970.
Mary Louise Bunting Warrington, 94 Mary Louise Bunting Warrington, 94, of Selbyville, Del., died July 7, 2026, at Tidal Health Atlantic in Berlin, Md. She Warrington was born in Salisbury, Md., on June 12, 1932, to Harry W. Bunting and Martha Pepper Bunting. Warrington grew up in Dagsboro, Del., as a young girl and teen during the Depression era. From a young age, she was taught generational family values and a strong work ethic by her family, which later inspired her determination and perseverance. She married her husband, Earl C. Warrington, in 1952, but their marriage was cut short when Earl Warrington became ill with polycystic kidney disease and died in 1984.
Mary Louise and Earl Warrington worked hard on their family poultry farm in Selbyville. Year after year, Mary Louise Warrington delighted in planting multiple gardens that produced an abundance of vegetables, fruits and flowers. She routinely shared their harvest with family and friends. It wasn’t unusual to receive a bag of fresh string beans, fresh tomatoes or silver queen corn during the summer months, as well as a pumpkin in the fall. Many vegetables were canned and pickled providing a food source through the winter months. In addition to gardening, she loved knitting afghans, crossstitching, reading and playing the piano, as well as traveling with her sister and brother-in-law. Her affinity for needlework was best seen in the Christmas stockings she made for her grandchildren. Warrington loved playing bridge, especially with her friend Nancy Jo Pepper. For more than 65 years, she entertained many bridge clubs and bunco groups in her home. Warrington was a member of Salem Church in Selbyville, where she served on many committees, including the Alter Guild and Food Pantry committees. In addition, she
would help teach Sunday-school. She was also a member of the Friends of the Selbyville Public Library. She graduated from John M. Clayton High School in 1950 and then attended the University of Delaware from 1950 to 1952. She taught a private kindergarten sponsored by the Selbyville Community Club from 1964 to 1968. Following that, she began teaching kindergarten in 1968 at Philip C. Showell Elementary. She was awarded Teacher of the Year for 1994-1995 academic year. She retired from the Indian River School District with 31 years of experience, including the private kindergarten. It wasn’t uncommon to hear her celebrate the accomplishment of helping transition the educational system from developmental activities to being highly academic. She helped mold teaching from basic memorization to critical thinking and independent application. She was always eager to share experiences of the students when they grasped a concept and showed success in their accomplishments. Warrington was preceded in death
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Continued from page A33 by her husband, Earl C. Warrington, in 1984; her brother Norris L. Bunting; and her sister Eula Mae Graves. She is survived by two daughters, Lana Linz and her husband, Mark, of Selbyville, Del., and Lisa Brown and her husband, Marc, of Berlin, Md.; four grandchildren, Aaron Hudson (and Dana), Amber Welsch, Andrew Linz (and Nicole), Collins Brown (and Leah); and six great-grandchildren, Dylan and Carolina Welsch, Cole and Wyatt Brown, and Ethan and Adien Facciolini. A graveside memorial service was planned for Saturday, July 11, 2026, at Bishopville (Md.) Cemetery. In leu of flowers, donations can be made to the Selbyville Public Library, P.O. Box 739, Selbyville, DE 19975. Condolences may be sent by visiting www.bishophastingsfh.com.
Preston L. “Pep” Williams Jr., 92, of Millsboro, Del., passed away peacefully, at his home, on Wednesday, July 8, 2026, surWilliams rounded by his loving family. Born on April 30, 1934, in Milford, Del., Williams was the son of the late Preston Lee Williams and Mildred Tingle Williams. A hardworking and dedicated businessman, he co-owned and operated Williams Hatchery for more than 23 years. He also worked as a salesman for A.E. Moore for 23 years. Throughout his life, he believed in serving others and gave generously of his time to his community. He faithfully served as a volunteer for Meals on Wheels for many years, and volunteered with Delaware
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Hospice and The Christian Storehouse, where his kindness and compassion touched countless lives. Williams was a proud member of the Millsboro Lions Club for 28 years and had been a devoted member of Grace United Methodist Church since 1954. His faith, generosity and servant’s heart were evident in everything he did. He will be remembered for his unwavering commitment to his family, his church, and his community. In addition to his parents, Williams was preceded in death by his first wife, Vina Lee Williams; his sister, Carolyn Ward; and his brother-in-law, Bill Ward. He is lovingly remembered by his wife of 21 years, Daisy Williams; his sons, Dan Williams (and Maureen), Tom Williams (and Traci) and Matt Williams (and Cherie); his grandchildren, Lauren Williams, Megan Robertson (and Scott), Michael Williams, Tommy Williams (and Kelly), Tori Rhodenizer (and Ethan),
Trey Williams, Debora Williams, Liana Crowley (and Tyler) and Melanie Kilchenstein (and Matt); and his great-grandchildren, Sadie Robertson, Taya Robertson, Lincoln Williams, Eli Rhodenizer, Isaac Rhodenizer and Eden Rhodenizer; along with many extended family members, friends, fellow church members, and all who were blessed to know him. A celebration of Williams’ life will be held on Tuesday, July 21, 2026, at 11 a.m. at Watson Funeral Home and Crematorium, 211 S. Washington Street, Millsboro, Del. A visitation for family and friends will be held from 10 to 11 a.m., prior to the start of the service. Interment will be held at Millsboro Cemetery immediately following the service. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Delaware Hospice in Williams’ memory, at 100 Patriots Way, Milford, DE 19963. His life memorial webpage is at www.watsonfh.com.
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Four singer-songwriters to perform in Rehoboth Seaside Jewish Community will welcome four singer-songwriters at its fifth annual summer concert. The performance will take place at 7 p.m. on Sunday, July 19, at Epworth United Methodist Church on Holland Glade Road in Rehoboth Beach. Doors will open at 6:30 p.m. “We are delighted to bring these nationally-acclaimed musicians to the stage,” said Howie Hochman, Seaside Jewish Community president. “Craig Bickhardt, Marissa Levy, Jesse Terry and Sol Knopf are all outstanding musicians, and we
know this will be a terrific show with broad appeal.” Bickhardt is a songwriter and performer who has penned songs for performers including Johnny Cash, Martina McBride,The Judds and Alison Krauss. During his more than 30 years in Nashville, he wrote nine Top 10 country hits and four No. 1 hits. Levy “brings a big voice, clever lyrics, sharp wit and irresistibly catchy melodies” to the evening. She is the founder of The Listening Booth, a live performance venue on Coastal Highway in Lewes that en-
courages original music and communitybuilding. Terry is a pop-folk troubadour. His songs have won awards, and he has appeared on numerous TV shows. A Berklee College of Music grad, his “tender melodies and lyrics about love and finding his place in the world have touched hearts on both sides of the pond.” Knopf is an award-winning songwriter and 2022 inductee into the Delaware Rock n Roll Society’s Hall of Fame. He is known for his distinctive baritone voice, original songs and more-than-
40-year career performing in the Delaware area. Seaside began a tradition of bringing summer concerts to coastal Delaware in 2022 as part of its 25th anniversary celebration and continues that tradition. Tickets cost $40 for adults or $18 for youth (ages 6-18), and are free for children younger than 6. All seats are general admission. To purchase tickets and for more information and reservations, go to www.seasidejewishcommunity.com.
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concluding with some Celtic folk music. Seating is on a first-come, first-served basis, and limited street parking is available. “Jonah, Dennis and Sean are becoming well-known to Celtic to Classical audiences, and are recognized worldwide for their virtuoso performances,” Seyfried said. “We are delighted to present them together so that Delaware audiences can experience firsthand the dynamic and exciting music-making for which Trio Barclay is well-known.” This year’s program journeys from baroque to bluegrass, with a helping of original music expressly written for the trio. “The high-octane opening movement of Bach’s Harpsichord Concerto in D Minor — in a brand-new arrangement by Seyfried — shows off the incredible dexterity of the ensemble’s pianist Sean Kennard,” organizers said. “Listeners will hear a gorgeous meditative piece by Celtic to Classical co-founder and composer Ya-Jhu Yang, which was premiered by the ensemble in Irvine, Calif., in 2025.” Kim will offer audiences a solo performance of a jazz-inspired movement from Seyfried’s recently completed cello sonata, while the trio will offer Seyfried’s contemplative rendition of “Amazing Grace” from their self-released album of hymns, “TrinSee TRIO BARCLAY page A39
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stitute of Music, the Juilliard School and Yale University, and also studied with pianist Richard Goode. He joined the faculty at Stetson University’s School of Music in 2017. Born in Korea, raised in Canada and educated in the United States, Kim has spent more than a decade leading orchestras in the United States and abroad. As guest concertmaster, he has performed on four continents, leading the American Ballet Theater Orchestra, BBC Symphony, London Philharmonic and the Royal Stockholm Philharmonic, among others. In addition to teaching and serving as concertmaster of the Pacific Symphony, Kim performs regularly in studio orchestras in Hollywood, working with prominent composers such as John Williams and Alan Menken. He can be heard in movies including “Star Wars: Episode IX — The Rise of Skywalker” and “The Lego Movie 2,” as well as on TV shows including “Bridgerton” and “The Mandalorian.” The 2026 Celtic to Classical Festival will continue on Aug. 17, 18 and 19, when flutist Pam Pecko Smith and soprano Kristin Renee Young will join Seyfried and Yang for performances in Milford, Rehoboth and Bethany. Seyfried, whose parents Elise and Steve Seyfried founded the Rehoboth Summer Children’s Theatre, spent many summers at the beach while growing up. Celtic to Classical, organizers said, is inspired by the musical eclecticism of Andrea Clearfield’s Philadelphia “Salon” concerts and motivated by a desire to find joy in different modes of musical expression. For additional information about Celtic to Classical, visit www.celtictoclassical.com.
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From Delaware to Deutschland: Sussex Tech grad is a softball veteran in Stuttgart By David Driver Special Correspondent A few days after graduating from Shippensburg University in 2011, Hope Cornell spent eight weeks in Italy through a global sports ministry program. It was then that the former Sussex Technical High School softball standout met the brother of a German national team baseball captain. “It opened my eyes that I could be playing if I moved to Europe,” said Cornell, an all-region infielder at Division II Shippensburg in Pennsylvania. “I kept in touch with him over the years.” After the Italy trip, Cornell returned to Delaware to do some teaching and also spent time coaching with the softball program at Sussex Tech — which she had helped lead to a state title in 2007 as a player. Then, in 2014, she went to Europe with a summer internship sports ministry program and spent a day practicing with the Stuttgart Reds — one of the top softball programs in Germany. She stayed in touch with the Reds over the winter and then, in April of 2015, she “pulled the trigger” and moved to Germany to play for the club. More than 10 years later, Cornell — who grew up in Dagsboro — is still playing for Stuttgart. Last season, she added the title of head coach of the top women’s team, which has a youth feeder system in the city of about 650,000 in southwest Germany. “I figured I will come and live in Europe, and learn a little bit of the culture and language, and stay for two or three years,” said Cornell, who also played first base when the Reds hosted Karlsruhe in Stuttgart on July 5. “At that point, I was 25 and looking for an adventure. I did not know, 11 years later, I would have be having this conversation” about a lengthy tenure in Germany. Todd Pruitt, who grew up in North Carolina and has lived several years in Germany, is a big fan of softball in Europe and a friend of Cornell. He was the public address announcer for the Reds’ home game on July 5.
is paid a stipend by the club and also has a full-time job as a project manager for an audio/visual company in the Stuttgart area. She is on hand for three of four practices during the week, and the Reds normally play a doubleheader on the weekend. Stuttgart was second out of six teams in its division as play began in July. After years as a player, last season Cornell became the head coach. And now she is more than 15 years older than some of her teammates. “Sometimes the age gap helps,” she said. “I am social with the team, of course. At the end of the day, I would like to think I am communicating well. I try to set boundaries. I am not a coach that yells at you or raises my voice unless it is something unsafe. I make sure they know what their role is. I am definitely honest if I make a mistake or make an error. I will definitely be honest about that. I don’t pretend that I will never make a mistake.”
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Hope Cornell, right, with her teammate Annie Stepniak. “She has an amazing influence in sport throughout Europe,” he wrote. “She has an amazing heart for these young ladies, and the sport.”
Beach and ball Cornell played field hockey and softball in high school for the Sussex Tech Ravens and was all-state four times. In softball, she played infield and outfield for coach John Marvel and had a career average of .396 with 11 homers. She played travel ball for the Riviera Beach Spirit under coach Mike Buccheit. She was the Sussex Tech Female Scholar Athlete in 2007 and joined her sister, Harper, on the school’s
athletic Wall of Fame. At Shippensburg, she set a school record for home runs, and was all-region as a junior and third-team AllAmerican as a senior second baseman at the Division II level. So, did she think her playing career was over? “The process started right after I graduated,” she said. “I graduated, and my playing career was ‘over,’ in quotes. I graduated from college and moved back home. I was not sure what I wanted to do with my biology degree.” The trip to Italy then led to the opportunity in Germany. Since softball doesn’t have the cachet of soccer (football), basketball or even baseball in Germany, Cornell
During a rain delay in Stuttgart on July 5 — the second of two games was eventually called off — Cornell huddled under a small wooden concession stand in foul territory down the leftfield line. Nearby, the American father of two youth players was firing up hamburgers and hotdogs on the grill. The German woman taking orders spoke English well as Cornell chatted with one of her few American players — Makea-Al Kaluau, who is from Hawaii and played during college in Arizona and Kentucky. The Reds lineup that day included Sophie Moshos, who is from Indiana and who finished her college career at Division I Appalachian State in North Carolina this spring as a lefty pitcher. The Stuttgart roster also includes Serenity Sampson, who is the daughter of an American military family and is headed to Ranger, a junior college in Texas, to play softball as a freshman. German player Jule Breuninger will be a sophomore on the team at Odessa, a junior college in See CORNELL page A46
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Sussex Junior League softball falls in state opener to Camden-Wyoming By Jason Feather Staff Reporter The Camden-Wyoming (C-W) Junior League Softball squad — the District 1 champions — certainly brought their hitting sticks to the game on Tuesday, July 14, at the Georgetown Little League Complex, facing the Sussex team in the second-round game of the Delaware state tournament. C-W banged out 15 hits in total, including four doubles and a home run, on their way to an 11-6 win over Sussex. Shaianne Benson was 3-for-3 with a pair of doubles, four RBIs and two runs scored, to lead the charges at the plate. She also pitched four innings of relief in the circle, allowing three runs on five hits, with six strikeouts and two walks. Aubrey Spence started for C-W, covering the first three innings, while allowing three runs (two earned) on just one hit with a pair of walks. She also helped her own cause at the plate with a 2-for-4 showing with a run scored. Catcher Bailey Morris had the biggest hit of the night, smacking a shot over the right-centerfield fence for a home run that also scored Benson. Morris was 2-for-2 overall on the night, with three RBIs and the run scored. Camille Logan was 2-for-3, with a double and an RBI, and Jenna Crump was 2-for-3, with two runs scored, for to tally the other C-W players’ multiplehit performances in the game. Alyssa Pow-
advance to the Little League Junior League Softball East Regional in Wilkes-Barre, Pa.
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Sussex Junior Softball manager Emily Harne gives instruction to attack the softball to a batter during a Tuesday, July 14, game at the Georgetown Little League Complex. Sussex player Lily Kreger is standing on third base. She wound up there after a RBI single by Jules Marinelli. ell also had a double for C-W. For Sussex, timely hitting — or a lack thereof — was their downfall in this one. The team managed just six hits overall, with Lily Kreger going 2-for-3 as the only multi-hit effort. Loralei Donoway and Skylar Medford had doubles, while Jules Marinelli and Brooke Harne had singles for Sussex. Skylar Althoff took the loss for Sussex, allowing nine runs (four earned) on 11 hits, with eight strikeouts and three walks. Emma Hager came on in relief to cover the
final two innings, surrendering two runs (both earned) on four hits with a strikeout and a walk as well. The Sussex All-Stars — the District 3 champs — were scheduled to battle District 2 champion Canal on Wednesday, July 15, (after Coastal Point press time) in an elimination game, with the winner needing to defeat Camden-Wyoming twice to win the state title.Those two games are scheduled for Thursday, July 16, and Friday, July 17, (if necessary). The winner of the state tournament will
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Two first-inning runs for the Lower Sussex Little League Major League team were not enough in a 4-2 setback to Woodbridge on Tuesday, July 14, at Woodbridge’s Little League complex. Sam Hevner singled to start off the game for LSLL, and then Brady Watson doubled to get the locals on the board, with Hevner scoring. Watson advanced to third on a passed ball and then came in to score on an RBI ground-out by Reed McPhail. However, those would be the only runs of the game for LSLL, as Woodbridge put the clamps down from there while scoring a run in the first and three more in the second to pull out the win. LSLL only managed four hits total in the game, with Brian Seymour and Drake Haynes having the others. Watson covered the first 2.1 innings on the bump for LSLL, allowing three runs (one earned) on just two hits, with three strikeouts and two walks. McPhail followed him with 2.2 innings of relief, surrendering two hits with one run (unearned) to go along with four strikeouts and two walks. The roster for the LSLL Majors baseball team includes Quinn Pitts, Brady Watson, Nico DiPasquale, Seymour, Will Smith, Everett Reid, Hevner, Matthew Williamson, McPhail, Cirio Sanchez, Brock Martin and Haynes. Coaches for the team are Mike Pitts, Mike McPhail, Jeremy Smith and Luke Hevner. The team was scheduled to play on Thursday, July 16, (after Coastal Point press time) against the loser of the Milton versus Mid-Sussex game.The LSLL game is scheduled for 6 p.m. at the Milton Little League Complex.
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It was a strong run through the District 3 baseball tournament for the boys from the Lower Sussex Little League 8-10 team. After winning their first two games, the locals came up short in a 5-3 decision to Lewes in the winners’ bracket final, sending them into the consolation round. But the LSLL squad ran into a rejuvenated and offensively impressive Laurel team in their next game and saw their tournament come to an end following an 18-3 defeat. Since its opening 17-9 loss to Millsboro, Laurel has been as hot as the heat index offensively, scoring 70 runs in five games to find themselves back in the championship finals against Lewes. The winner-takes-all finale was scheduled for Wednesday, July 15, at 7 p.m. at the Lower Sussex Little League Complex at the Pyle Center in Roxana (after Coastal Point press time). The LSLL roster included Owen Behrens, Charlie Churchill, Nolan Clark, Maverick, Collins, Mason Gottschalk, See LITTLE LEAGUE page A48
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Olde Tymers Softball wraps up another week of play By Catherine Bunting Point Intern The Olde Tymers Softball League this week wrapped up their 11th week of play for players 60 or older. Games were played on Tuesday, July 7, through Thursday, July 9, at the Church of God fields near the intersection of Routes 113 and 26 in Dagsboro. Here are the results from Tuesday, July 7: • American Legion Post 28 10, Edward Jones 9 Post 28 scored four runs in the bottom of the seventh inning for the win. • Millsboro Bowling Lanes 10, Coconut Caliente 8 In a tight game, Millsboro Lanes’ Dave Rager (4-for-4) and John Martin (3-for-3) led the offense with Andy DiGiamo and Mike Weingord, both going 3-for-4. • B&E Tire & Auto 13, Touch of Italy 1 For B&E, Greg Ward pitched three strikeouts and was backed up by robust defense from Chuck Emerson at shortstop, Keith Purdy at first base and a highlight catch by Joe Kankosky at second base. Offensively, Emerson batted for a home run and a single, Frank Edwards had three hits with a triple, Purdy had three hits with a double, and Rob Ventura provided three hits. • High Street Bucs 14, The Original Greene Turtle 11 • Selbyville Senior Smashers 15, Diamondblade Tileworks 7 • Pit & Pub 17, Community Bank Delaware 16 Here are the results from Wednesday, July 8: • Tait’s Barbershop 9, High Street Bucs 5 Joe Marbach paced Tait’s with three hits, joined by Chuck Griffin, Dennis Ayres and Jack Kowalski, also with three hits each. • Beam Construction 12, Edward Jones 10 Frank Kiernan’s defense and two hits, along with John Smart’s and Joe Sidlowski’s two hits each, led the way for Beam Construction. • Millsboro Bowling Lanes 8,
American Legion Post 28 2 After leading 3-2 after five innings, Millsboro Lanes exploded for five runs in the sixth inning for the win. For Millsboro Lanes, outstanding pitching from Steve DiLouie and great defense contributed to the win, with Bob Schnur and DiLouie each going 2-for-2 on the day. • The Original Greene Turtle 9, Coastal Chiropractic 8 • American Legion Post 24 14, Logo Motive 8 Here are the results for Thursday, July 9: • Beam Construction 12, Coastal Chiropractic 5 For Beam Construction, David Binsted and Jeff Swigart led the offense with three hits each, while Mark Mills and Mark Beam led the
defense with great catches in the outfield. For Coastal, James Brittingham had a triple and a home run. • Tait’s Barbershop 9, Pit & Pub 3 Heading into the bottom of the sixth inning, Tait’s held a 4-1 lead. The gap expanded when Ed West led with a base hit to leftfield, which helped spark a five-run inning that resulted in the victory. Bob DeCataldo had three hits, and winning pitcher Jack Kowalski also chipped in with three hits. Dennis Ayres, Dave Garriott, Rob Ventura and Norm Needle added support with two hits each. • B&E Tire & Auto 20, Logo Motive 8 For B&E, Chuck Emerson led the charge with a grand slam, a three-run homer and a double. Pitcher Greg
Ward had four hits, including two doubles. Frank Edwards and Keith Purdy each had three hits with a double. Defensively, Emerson and Ward locked down the middle of the infield to keep Logo from rallying. Edwards made a nice throw to Al Hook at catcher to ring up a Logo runner trying to score. • Community Bank Delaware 11, Touch of Italy 10 • Diamondblade Tileworks 16, American Legion Post 24 12 • Selbyville Senior Smashers 11, Coconut Caliente 5 The league will continue to accept new player registrations throughout the season. For more information, visit the OTS website at https://www.teampages.com/leagues/ 118816.
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Local duo earns bid to USA beach volleyball national championship By Mike Stern Staff Reporter Two local student-athletes were competing this week on the national stage after an outstanding summer on the sand. Kathryn “Katie” Hughes, 12, of Dagsboro, an incoming seventhgrader at Selbyville Middle School, and Addison “Addy” Klahr, 11, of Millsboro, an incoming seventhgrader at Sussex Academy, qualified to compete in the 2026 USA Volleyball Beach National Championships in Virginia Beach, Va., on July 13-16. Hughes and Klahr compete as a beach doubles team for the Sandsharks Dewey Beach Volleyball Club, where they have spent the past three summers training on Houston Street
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Local student athletes Addy Klahr (left) and Katie Hughes battled the best beach volleyball players in the nation during the USA Beach Volleyball National Championships in Virginia Beach, Va.
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in the club’s Young Guns program. The ladies are coached by John Skolnik, the Sandsharks’ club director, and senior coach Savannah Siegrist. Both young athletes have also dedicated themselves to indoor volleyball throughout the year. Hughes played setter for Coastal Volleyball Club in Kent County this past club season and also competed for Selbyville Middle School. Klahr played for Sussex Academy’s school team and Premier Edge Volleyball Club in Wilmington as a utility player. Their volleyball journey began at the Indian River Academy youth clinics led by coaches Bill Croal, Sally Craig, Ursula Barrientos and Rich Kapolka. They have also continued to sharpen their skills by training at Factory Sports in Frankford with coach Alyssa Weaver. The pair earned their national championship bid after an impressive season that included first-place finishes at both Sandsharks USA Volleyball Beach regional qualifiers. They also captured runner-up finishes at the First Rites Tournament and the Beach Bum Tournament in Ocean City, Md. Their success has continued throughout the 2026 season. Hughes and Klahr went into the nationals with a four-event podium streak, highlighted by a first-place finish in the Chesapeake Region Second Wave Beach regional qualifier on June 22. This season, they have earned two gold medals and one silver medal while consistently finishing among the top teams in the region.
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At nationals in Virginia Beach, the local duo is competing against the nation’s best doubles teams. In open play on Monday, July 13, they hung tough before losing against teams from Florida, Colorado and Texas. The No. 29-seeded pair rallied in bracket play on Tuesday, July 14, by defeating No. 7-seeded Miami and No. 23-seeded Oklahoma. And after losing to No. 8-seeded Gainesville, they again rallied to defeat No. 25seeded Nebraska. After winning three of four matches on the day, Hughes and Klahr moved into second place in their bracket as they prepared to enter the final day of competition on July 16 (after Coastal Point press time). Their next competition will be the 2026 Coastal Summer Classic Grass Tournament on Friday, July 17. The talented duo has demonstrated that hard work, dedication and a love for the game can take young athletes from local beaches to one of the country’s premier volleyball events.
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Salute to the IRHS Seniors IR boys’ volleyball standout Moussa became one of team’s best passers By Mike Stern Staff Reporter He became one of the team’s best passers. As an Indian River High School boys’ volleyball defensive specialist, Jeyson Moussa was usually the last line of defense when a rival’s kill shot attempt hurtled deep into his team’s back line. Moussa handled most of his chances, controlling the shot on his back line before sending an accurate pass to the front line at the net. “I learned from others and followed the instructions from my coaches and teammates,” said the 5-foot-7 Moussa. “I have also watched videos online that taught me techniques to make all the difference for me.The constant repetition of having balls hit at me has taught me how to receive most shots and serves.”
libero and defensive specialist because he loved the challenge of controlling the back row on the court. “The responsibility of being the last line of defense kept me focused and forced me to make quick decisions,” he said. “Over time, I expanded my volleyball abilities by learning how to set and develop a reliable serve.” To further challenge himself, Moussa attended Libero Virginia camp, where he mastered the footwork needed for passing. “Devoting the time to master these skills helped me become a more well-rounded player and contribute to the varsity team,” said Moussa. “Playing with my teammates showed me where I needed to improve my timing and positioning. I used those mo-
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IR Volleyball standout Jeysson Moussa became one of the team’s best passers in 2026. ments to focus on what I could do better. Then I put in the work to close those gaps.” He said one important lesson he learned playing volleyball was the value of staying calm under pressure in a tightly contested game, or after making a mistake. He said he feels that his drive for excellence has shaped his character, teaching him the importance of hard work, consistency and always pushing to improve.” See SENIORS page A48
Sports have been his favorite activity Ever since he was a young child, sports have been Moussa’s favorite activity. He began playing soccer when he was 5, and when he turned 11 during his sophomore year, in gym class at Indian River, he discovered the magic of volleyball. “I quickly joined the boys’ volleyball team because I loved the game so much,” said Moussa, who was born in West Chester, Pa., and currently lives in Ocean View. “Taking that leap changed the direction of my life and created experiences that I might never have discovered.” Moussa said he gravitated toward playing
Legion Post 28 defeats Caroline to keep playoff hopes alive By Mike Stern Staff Reporter The American Legion Post 28 baseball team defeated the Caroline team, 7-1, on Tuesday, July 14, at the Georgetown Little League field to keep Post 28’s playoff hopes alive. A victory over Fox Post 2 on Wednesday, July 15, (after Coastal Point press time) would clinch a postseason berth for Legion Post 28. Against Caroline, the winners jumped out to a 2-0 lead in the bottom of the first inning, scoring one run on an error and two more on Ben Pribulick’s two-run double. Post 28 extended their lead to 6-0 by adding three runs in the second on an error and a two-run single by pitcher Chase Hitchens. At the plate, Hitchens went two-forfour, with three runs batted in. On the mound, he surrendered three hits and one unearned run over six innings, striking out nine and walking three.
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Volunteers sought to help operate Senior League Softball World Series By Jason Feather Staff Reporter As with all youth sports, volunteers are the backbone of the organization running the show, so the kids are able to enjoy all the perks of the game. Many people have been a beneficiary of years of volunteer work from others as a kid — or maybe even now as an adult. Volunteering some time at the Little League Senior Softball World Series in
Cornell Continued from page A41 Texas, in 2027, and her Reds’ teammate Jessica Weil will be a freshman on the Odessa squad. Moshos said she appreciates having other Americans on the team. As
Roxana is one way that to help give back, at the weeklong championship tournament showcase, where teams from around the world see just how great this neck of the woods is when it comes to rolling out the welcome mat. Little League Senior League Softball World Series Director Martin Donovan is looking for and greatly hoping that there are some people out there who are willing to donate some of their time starting on Monday, Aug. 3.
Whether it’s for one day or the whole week, any and all helpers will be greatly appreciated. The tournament runs through Sunday, Aug. 9, and is being played at the Lower Sussex Little Complex. Some of the duties that they need volunteers for include working with the vendors, driving golf carts around to bring special guests and fans from the parking lot, trash collection and working at some of the various tables that
will be set up. Interested individuals can reach out to Donovan at (302) 7450184. “Some of the games start as early as 11 a.m., so those days they will need an earlier group of volunteers, because league volunteers are normally working,” Donovan said. “Anyone that is able to help, whether it’s one day, a couple days, or the whole week — please reach out to me so we can get you squared away.”
an import, she is expected to coach younger pitchers. “It has definitely been a big adjustment, coming to another country,” Moshos said. “Everyone [on the team] has been so welcoming.” The level of play in Germany is not on par with top U.S. college ball. “It is definitely lower than Divi-
sion I,” Cornell said. “When I first started out in the [top] Bundesliga, there was probably one club in the south division that brought in an import player. It is trending to do that with an import. Of the six teams in our south division, five of them have North American pitchers. The level of play has definitely gone up” since
Cornell arrived, she said. So has the commitment for offfield issues, though change takes time. “When I first came in 2015, the club was not able or willing to provide me with a player/coach visa,” she said. About a year after arriving, she began studying German with classes three nights a week for three hours each. “I am now fluent in German and have permanent residence and am eligible for citizenship,” she said. In her free time, she has travelled to other countries, including Macedonia, Ireland, Northern Ireland, Spain, Belgium, the Netherlands, Austria, Hungary, Italy and Romania. Cornell’s parents visited her in Germany a few years ago, and her mother has made return trips. Her parents still live in the house where she grew up, and Cornell tries to get back to Delaware once a year. Her brother also lives in Delaware, while her sister is in North Carolina. “I do miss the beach. I still miss the water,” said Cornell, whose family had a pool when she grew up. “There are certain smells [of the ocean] that still get to me.” For now, home is in Europe. “When I moved to Germany, I did not know anyone, but I had softball as the common denominator,” she said. More than a decade later, the game is still a common language in an area of Germany that has a strong American influence. David Driver is a long-time resident of Maryland and the former sports editor for newspapers in Baltimore and Virginia. He is the author of “Hoop Dreams in Europe” and the co-author of “From Tidewater to the Shenandoah: Snapshots from Virginia Rich Baseball Legacy,” available at Amazon and daytondavid.com. He has covered minor league baseball in Wilmington, college football in Newark and high school basketball in Lewes.
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Guardians by the Sea BBP lifeguard Degnan follows in brother’s footsteps By Mike Stern Staff Reporter On vigilant watch. On guard. On the stand. On their toes. That is the job each day for a Bethany Beach Patrol lifeguard from 10 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on weekdays and 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. on weekends and holidays. While virtually everyone else around them on the beach is cavorting, reading, sleeping, talking or just taking in the magical salt air, the Guardians by the Sea are ready to spring into action. Even while being cordial to those who approach the lifeguard stand, they are always on alert. Their eyes remain on the swimmers even while they are sipping and chewing for sustenance during the long beach day. Someone’s life may be in danger. And they are the ones who can rescue swimmers in need. The Coastal Point is spotlighting one of these Guardians by the Sea with a beach lifeguard feature story each week during the summer season.
All was well, at least for the moment It happened this past June, with no warning. One minute, she was sitting atop the Hollywood Street lifeguard stand, very close to the center of Bethany Beach. All was well, at least for the moment. Suddenly, a huge rip current opened and pulled a group of children offshore. “My stand partners were the first two responders into the water,” said Bethany Beach Patrol lifeguard Paige Degnan. “I reached three of the kids and instructed them to hold onto my rescue buoy as more lifeguards from several BBP stands also responded. A total of seven guards were in the water working together to pull in all of the kids.This was the largest rescue I have ever been a part of, and it required a high level of teamwork and communication.”
Bethany Beach Patrol The Bethany Beach Patrol is a United States Lifesaving Association advanced certified agency that serves the residents and visitors of the Town of Bethany Beach.The 51- to 55member beach patrol provides beach and ocean rescue services, first-responder care and general public services while covering 1.1 miles of beach.The beach patrol, with the assistance of the police department, enforces all Town rules and regulations regarding the beach and ocean. BBP lifeguards respond to land and water emergencies, and they provide information and education about hazards in the sun, weather and ocean. BBP beach lifeguards train daily to prepare for any situation on land or in water, and they constantly strive to exceed their high standards of open water safety.
Having integrity and a relentless work ethic To Degnan, being a lifeguard means being responsible and having integrity and a relent-
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BBP lifeguard Paige Degnan followed in the footsteps of her brother, James.
less work ethic. “It also means being a pillar in the community and being a person whom others can rely on to show up in any given situation,” she said. “The toughest part of the job is the physical training. At BBP, we not only want to be capable of responding to any emergency, but we want to be ready to perform at the highest level in everything that we do. “We complete daily workouts beginning at 8 a.m., which pushes us both physically and
mentally,” added Degnan. “We also spent the entire month of June drilling on our water rescue skills, medical skills and emergency response system to ensure we would be fully prepared for any situation. Although holding myself to this high standard can be challenging, these experiences have shaped me into a more disciplined and resilient person in all areas of my life.” Degnan said she considers collaborating with teammates the easiest responsibility of her job. “A huge part of our job is trust, and I know that on the beach all of my fellow lifeguards have my back, and I have their backs,” said the 5-foot-6 Degnan. “Being able to rely on one another, push each other to get better and communicate effectively makes the job not only easier but also fun.These people have become some of my best friends.” Degnan stressed that the camaraderie of the BBP is built on mutual respect and a shared drive to constantly push each other to
be better. “There is a strong sense of teamwork and trust within the patrol,” she said. “Everyone knows they can rely on each other in any situation, inside or outside of work. As one of the few females on a beach patrol, the relationships I have with the other girls are incredibly meaningful to me.”
Creating an impact on her community Degnan said she decided to become a lifeguard because she knew it would constantly challenge her and allow her to meet likeminded people. “It also gave me the opportunity to create a real impact in my community,” said Degnan, a Bethany Beach resident. “I grew up spending every summer at Bethany Beach and have always loved the ocean, so being able to work on the beach felt like the perfect fit for me.” She credited her brother, fourth-year BBP lifeguard James Degnan, as the reason she decided to join the patrol. “Seeing his work ethic, dedication and leadership within this role showed me the level of commitment this job requires,” said Degnan, who was born in Wilmington. “It inspired me See LIFEGUARD page A48
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Little League Continued from page A42 Caden Ireland, Cullen Martin, Miles Mitchell, Jackson Mohr, Elias Reid and Colton Seymour.
Seniors Continued from page A45 Moussa said his success academically and athletically would not have been possible without the support of his parents. His mother, Suzanne Moussa, and father, Karim Moussa, drove him to the Libero Virginia camp in Ashburn, Va., for two consecutive years. He said he also is thankful for the support he received from the Indian River volleyball coaching staff. “I have learned a lot from head coach Mike Markovic,” he said. “He gave me a chance when I first started playing volleyball, and he has taught me everything I know about how to play defense, how to play deep and the best way to pass.”
Lifeguard Continued from page A47 to challenge myself in the same way. When I was preparing to try out, there were moments where I was not confident I would make it. “However, James consistently believed in
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the team that had eliminated the Lower Sussex Little League squad back on Friday, July 10, with an 8-1 decision. Milton set-up the championship finale after defeating Mid-Sussex in the winners’ bracket final, 3-1, to force the “if-necessary”
contest. The LSLL 9-11 roster included Finn Quirke, Clay Hocker, Miles Watson, Kenny Schwerin, Emmett Ulrich, Bailey Watson, Asher Freeman, MJ Mitchell, Chase Bernard, Gaige Clear and Jackson Wells.
Volunteering to help classmates
Creating 302volleyball
During the fall semester of his senior year, Moussa became a volunteer student manager for the Indian River girls’ volleyball team. He assisted with his classmates’ training and development. “I gave my time to support the players, helping with practices, assisting with drills and offering emotional support,” said Moussa. “I made sure each player had what they needed, including the right equipment, and listened to their concerns so they stayed motivated. “This experience helped me grow as I became more aware of the game,” he added. “I learned to communicate better and became more confident in the decisions I made. I also served as a line judge during their matches. Watching the athletes improve throughout the season and knowing I played a part in their development was incredibly rewarding.”
After the boys’ volleyball season concluded in the spring of 2026, Moussa created 302volleyball, an Instagram channel, in order to connect with Southern Delaware’s volleyball community. “My goal is for 302volleyball to showcase talented athletes younger than 25,” said Moussa. “I spend hours filming and editing matches from Top 8 Volleyball, a tournament-style weekly competition held in Dewey Beach. I record games from a low ground-level angle that reveals every movement, strategy and moment of intensity.The feedback from players has been very positive, and they are following my channel and sharing my videos with their own circles of players. “I uphold a standard of excellence in every video I produce, ensuring that each shot is precise and clear,” he added. “I recently began filming high school girls’ matches. I increased
my viewership and also deepened my connection with the local volleyball community. Every week, I am meeting new people of all ages while highlighting the up-and-coming talent in Southern Delaware.” Last fall, Moussa was awarded the John Jay Criminal Justice Award for the highest grade-point average in the subject at Indian River High School. He is hopeful that pursuing criminals will also become part of his future. Beginning this fall, Moussa will attend James Madison University in Harrisonburg, Va., where he will major in information technology. “I chose JMU because they have a very strong computer science department and plenty of internship opportunities,” he said. “I want to use my degree to work in law enforcement and pursue criminals for the federal government.”
me and helped me believe in myself,” Degnan added. “His encouragement and guidance is the reason I have found success in my role as a lifeguard. Working together has strengthened our relationship in a way I did not expect. And being on the same patrol has given us a shared sense of purpose that I deeply value.” Paige Degnan’s short-term goals are to
continue to grow on the beach patrol. “As a third-year lifeguard, I want to take on more responsibility and set a good example for the newer guards,” she said. “I want to continue improving both my physical conditioning and my leadership on the beach.” Degnan’s long-term goals include graduating from Loyola University in Chicago in the
Mid-Sussex crowned 9-11 District 3 champs The Mid-Sussex 9-11 baseball team edged out Milton in the District 3 championship game by a score of 2-1. Milton was
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spring of 2027 and finding a full-time job in a fulfilling profession, possibly in the Windy City. She said she is also interested in traveling and continuing her passion for running and the ocean.
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LEGALS OFFICE OF REGISTER OF WILLS OF SUSSEX COUNTY STATE OF DELAWARE PO BOX 743; GEORGETOWN, DE 19947 (302)855-7875
Estate of Joyce M. Platt, Deceased. Notice is hereby given that Letters of Testamentary upon the estate of Joyce M. Platt who departed this life on April 8, 2026 late of Harbeson, DE were duly granted unto Edward Pompper on June 25, 2026 and all persons indebted to the said deceased are required to make payments to the said Executor without delay, and all persons having demands against the deceased are required to exhibit and present the same duly probated to the said Executor on or before December 8, 2026 or abide by the law in this behalf. Executor: Edward Pompper 15 Sloan Rd., Harbeson, DE 19951
Gregory Fuller, Sr., Register of Wills
ATTORNEY: Veronica R. Townsend, Esq. 118 Atlantic Ave.; Suite 202 Ocean View, DE 19970
CP 20260703 3T
TOWN OF OCEAN VIEW BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT RESULTS PUBLIC NOTICE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on June 18, 2026, the Board of Adjustment for the Town of Ocean View took the following action: • V-471 4 OAKWOOD AVENUE (PIDN:232.000/CTM:134-12.00616.00) Variance Granted. • V- V-472 3 ATLANTIC AVENUE (PIDN:284.002/CTM:134-13.0030.00) Variance Granted
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED AT THE TOWN OF OCEAN VIEW ADMINISTRATION OFFICE, 201 CENTRAL AVENUE, OCEAN VIEW, DE 19970 CP 20260717 1T
PUBLIC NOTICE
Sands Fenwick Inc. has on July 13, 2026 applied with the Delaware Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission for a wet bar variance on an existing licensed patio for a premises located at 1501 Coastal Highway, Fenwick Island, Delaware 19944. Persons who are against this application should provide written notice of their objections to the Commissioner. For the Commissioner to be required to hold a hearing to consider additional input from persons against this application, the Commissioner must receive one or more documents containing a total of at least 10 signatures of residents or property owners located within 1 mile of the premises. The signatures of residents or property owners must also include the mailing stress for the property and the email address (if one exists) for the resident or property owner. Protest(s) must be received by the Commissioner’s office on or before August 12, 2026. The protests can be emailed to oabcchearingexhibits@delaware.gov, or delivered or mailed to: OABCC, Carvel State Office Building, 820 North French Street, 10th Floor, Wilmington, DE 19801. Failure to file such protest may result in the Commissioner considering the application without further notice, input, or hearing. If you have questions regarding this matter, please contact the Commissioner’s Office. CP 20260717 3T
SHERIFF SALE By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, 21st day of July, 2026 At 9:30 AM & Thereafter
At the Sussex County Sheriff's Office, West Complex, 22215 DuPont Boulevard, Georgetown, Delaware, Georgetown Hundred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, the following described real estate to wit: Tax Parcel: 133-1.00-16.03 Property Address: 18743 WHALEYS CORNER ROAD, Georgetown, DE 19947 Registration is required for all bidders prior to sale. A $4,000.00 deposit (Cash or Cashiers/certified check payable to Sheriff of Sussex County) and valid driver’s license or photo I.D. are required to register.
TERMS: 20 percent of the purchase money will be demanded on day of sale (The $4,000.00 Bidder Registration Fee will be credited to the 20% deposit). Cash or Cashier's Check is required. The balance is to be paid on or before 8/17/26. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on 8/21/26; subject to a 2 1/2 percent Delaware Realty Transfer Tax; 1 1/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 1 1/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser; and subject to 1 1/2 percent Sussex County Realty Tax, 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Any further Transfer Tax is the responsibility of the Purchaser. The Purchaser will be required to pay the cost of the deed. If the Purchaser fails to comply with these terms the percentum paid at the time of sale will be forfeited. Please make checks payable to: Sheriff of Sussex County. Seized and taken in execution the property of CLEVELAND ANTONIO HAGANS; RANDI EVANS & UNITED STATES OF AMERICA(8) and will be sold by Robert T. Lee, Sheriff
CP 20260710 2T
OFFICE OF REGISTER OF WILLS OF SUSSEX COUNTY STATE OF DELAWARE PO BOX 743; GEORGETOWN, DE 19947 (302)855-7875
Estate of Janice Marie Lewis, Deceased. Notice is hereby given that Letters of Testamentary upon the estate of Janice Marie Lewis who departed this life on June 19, 2026 late of Frankford, DE were duly granted unto Diane M. Lewis on July 9, 2026 and all persons indebted to the said deceased are required to make payments to the said Executor without delay, and all persons having demands against the deceased are required to exhibit and present the same duly probated to the said Executor on or before February 19, 2027 or abide by the law in this behalf. Administrator: Diane M. Lewis 32979 Daisey Road., Frankford, DE 19945
Gregory Fuller, Sr., Register of Wills
ATTORNEY: Parsons & Robinson, P.A. 118 Atlantic Ave.; Suite 401 Ocean View, DE 19970
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SHERIFF SALE By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, 21st day of July, 2026 At 9:30 AM & Thereafter
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SHERIFF SALE By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, 21st day of July, 2026 At 9:30 AM & Thereafter
At the Sussex County Sheriff's Office, West Complex, 22215 DuPont Boulevard, Georgetown, Delaware, Georgetown Hundred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, the following described real estate to wit:
At the Sussex County Sheriff's Office, West Complex, 22215 DuPont Boulevard, Georgetown, Delaware, Georgetown Hundred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, the following described real estate to wit:
Registration is required for all bidders prior to sale. A $4,000.00 deposit (Cash or Cashiers/certified check payable to Sheriff of Sussex County) and valid driver’s license or photo I.D. are required to register.
Registration is required for all bidders prior to sale. A $4,000.00 deposit (Cash or Cashiers/certified check payable to Sheriff of Sussex County) and valid driver’s license or photo I.D. are required to register.
Tax Parcel: 134-12.00-3991.00 Property Address: 39149 ALAPOCUS DRIVE, Millville, DE 19967
TERMS: 20 percent of the purchase money will be demanded on day of sale (The $4,000.00 Bidder Registration Fee will be credited to the 20% deposit). Cash or Cashier's Check is required. The balance is to be paid on or before 8/17/26. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on 8/21/26; subject to a 2 1/2 percent Delaware Realty Transfer Tax; 1 1/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 1 1/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser; and subject to 1 1/2 percent Sussex County Realty Tax, 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Any further Transfer Tax is the responsibility of the Purchaser. The Purchaser will be required to pay the cost of the deed. If the Purchaser fails to comply with these terms the percentum paid at the time of sale will be forfeited. Please make checks payable to: Sheriff of Sussex County. Seized and taken in execution the property of LEE TARDIVEL (4) and will be sold by Robert T. Lee, Sheriff
CP 20260710 2T
SHERIFF SALE By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, 21st day of July, 2026 At 9:30 AM & Thereafter
At the Sussex County Sheriff's Office, West Complex, 22215 DuPont Boulevard, Georgetown, Delaware, Georgetown Hundred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, the following described real estate to wit: Tax Parcel: 133-16.00-1396.00 Property Address: 32423 GASTON DRIVE, Millsboro, DE 19966
Registration is required for all bidders prior to sale. A $4,000.00 deposit (Cash or Cashiers/certified check payable to Sheriff of Sussex County) and valid driver’s license or photo I.D. are required to register.
TERMS: 20 percent of the purchase money will be demanded on day of sale (The $4,000.00 Bidder Registration Fee will be credited to the 20% deposit). Cash or Cashier's Check is required. The balance is to be paid on or before 8/17/26. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on 8/21/26; subject to a 2 1/2 percent Delaware Realty Transfer Tax; 1 1/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 1 1/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser; and subject to 1 1/2 percent Sussex County Realty Tax, 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Any further Transfer Tax is the responsibility of the Purchaser. The Purchaser will be required to pay the cost of the deed. If the Purchaser fails to comply with these terms the percentum paid at the time of sale will be forfeited. Please make checks payable to: Sheriff of Sussex County. Seized and taken in execution the property of TERRA MARVEL & MICHAEL CREPPON, JR. (6) and will be sold by Robert T. Lee, Sheriff
CP 20260710 2T
Tax Parcel: 133-16.00-1541.00 Property Address: 30124 PINETOP DRIVE, Millsboro, DE 19966
TERMS: 20 percent of the purchase money will be demanded on day of sale (The $4,000.00 Bidder Registration Fee will be credited to the 20% deposit). Cash or Cashier's Check is required. The balance is to be paid on or before 8/17/26. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on 8/21/26; subject to a 2 1/2 percent Delaware Realty Transfer Tax; 1 1/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 1 1/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser; and subject to 1 1/2 percent Sussex County Realty Tax, 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Any further Transfer Tax is the responsibility of the Purchaser. The Purchaser will be required to pay the cost of the deed. If the Purchaser fails to comply with these terms the percentum paid at the time of sale will be forfeited. Please make checks payable to: Sheriff of Sussex County. Seized and taken in execution the property of KIMBERLY ANN ALBERS & KAREN ALBERS HALL (5) and will be sold by Robert T. Lee, Sheriff
CP 20260710 2T
SHERIFF SALE By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, 21st day of July, 2026 At 9:30 AM & Thereafter
At the Sussex County Sheriff's Office, West Complex, 22215 DuPont Boulevard, Georgetown, Delaware, Georgetown Hundred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, the following described real estate to wit: Tax Parcel: 334-12.00-123.02-26A Property Address: 34426 BRONZE STREET, UNIT 26A, Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971 Registration is required for all bidders prior to sale. A $4,000.00 deposit (Cash or Cashiers/certified check payable to Sheriff of Sussex County) and valid driver’s license or photo I.D. are required to register.
TERMS: 20 percent of the purchase money will be demanded on day of sale (The $4,000.00 Bidder Registration Fee will be credited to the 20% deposit). Cash or Cashier's Check is required. The balance is to be paid on or before 8/17/26. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on 8/21/26; subject to a 2 1/2 percent Delaware Realty Transfer Tax; 1 1/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 1 1/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser; and subject to 1 1/2 percent Sussex County Realty Tax, 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Any further Transfer Tax is the responsibility of the Purchaser. The Purchaser will be required to pay the cost of the deed. If the Purchaser fails to comply with these terms the percentum paid at the time of sale will be forfeited. Please make checks payable to: Sheriff of Sussex County. Seized and taken in execution the property of SANDRA A. MANGUM TAYLOR & STEPHEN D. TAYLOR (7) and will be sold by Robert T. Lee, Sheriff
CP 20260710 2T
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SHERIFF SALE By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, 21st day of July, 2026 At 9:30 AM & Thereafter
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SHERIFF SALE By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, 21st day of July, 2026 At 9:30 AM & Thereafter
At the Sussex County Sheriff's Office, West Complex, 22215 DuPont Boulevard, Georgetown, Delaware, Georgetown Hundred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, the following described real estate to wit:
At the Sussex County Sheriff's Office, West Complex, 22215 DuPont Boulevard, Georgetown, Delaware, Georgetown Hundred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, the following described real estate to wit:
Registration is required for all bidders prior to sale. A $4,000.00 deposit (Cash or Cashiers/certified check payable to Sheriff of Sussex County) and valid driver’s license or photo I.D. are required to register.
Registration is required for all bidders prior to sale. A $4,000.00 deposit (Cash or Cashiers/certified check payable to Sheriff of Sussex County) and valid driver’s license or photo I.D. are required to register.
Tax Parcel: 234-7.00-43.00 Property Address: 33250 WANDERING LANE, Lewes, DE 19958
TERMS: 20 percent of the purchase money will be demanded on day of sale (The $4,000.00 Bidder Registration Fee will be credited to the 20% deposit). Cash or Cashier's Check is required. The balance is to be paid on or before 8/17/26. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on 8/21/26; subject to a 2 1/2 percent Delaware Realty Transfer Tax; 1 1/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 1 1/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser; and subject to 1 1/2 percent Sussex County Realty Tax, 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Any further Transfer Tax is the responsibility of the Purchaser. The Purchaser will be required to pay the cost of the deed. If the Purchaser fails to comply with these terms the percentum paid at the time of sale will be forfeited. Please make checks payable to: Sheriff of Sussex County. Seized and taken in execution the property of DAVID J. MARANDO (12) and will be sold by Robert T. Lee, Sheriff
CP 20260710 2T
SHERIFF SALE By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, 21st day of July, 2026 At 9:30 AM & Thereafter
At the Sussex County Sheriff's Office, West Complex, 22215 DuPont Boulevard, Georgetown, Delaware, Georgetown Hundred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, the following described real estate to wit: Tax Parcel: 234-29.00-455.00 Property Address: 27271 CLIPPER DRIVE, Millsboro, DE 19966
Registration is required for all bidders prior to sale. A $4,000.00 deposit (Cash or Cashiers/certified check payable to Sheriff of Sussex County) and valid driver’s license or photo I.D. are required to register.
TERMS: 20 percent of the purchase money will be demanded on day of sale (The $4,000.00 Bidder Registration Fee will be credited to the 20% deposit). Cash or Cashier's Check is required. The balance is to be paid on or before 8/17/26. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on 8/21/26; subject to a 2 1/2 percent Delaware Realty Transfer Tax; 1 1/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 1 1/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser; and subject to 1 1/2 percent Sussex County Realty Tax, 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Any further Transfer Tax is the responsibility of the Purchaser. The Purchaser will be required to pay the cost of the deed. If the Purchaser fails to comply with these terms the percentum paid at the time of sale will be forfeited. Please make checks payable to: Sheriff of Sussex County. Seized and taken in execution the property of WALTER MARIN (15) and will be sold by Robert T. Lee, Sheriff
CP 20260710 2T
Tax Parcel: 134-8.00-332.00 Property Address: 30937 OAKWOOD ROAD, Ocean View, DE 19970
TERMS: 20 percent of the purchase money will be demanded on day of sale (The $4,000.00 Bidder Registration Fee will be credited to the 20% deposit). Cash or Cashier's Check is required. The balance is to be paid on or before 8/17/26. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on 8/21/26; subject to a 2 1/2 percent Delaware Realty Transfer Tax; 1 1/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 1 1/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser; and subject to 1 1/2 percent Sussex County Realty Tax, 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Any further Transfer Tax is the responsibility of the Purchaser. The Purchaser will be required to pay the cost of the deed. If the Purchaser fails to comply with these terms the percentum paid at the time of sale will be forfeited. Please make checks payable to: Sheriff of Sussex County. Seized and taken in execution the property of BARRY E. WIDMER, SR. (16) and will be sold by Robert T. Lee, Sheriff
CP 20260710 2T
NOTICE TOWN OF MILLSBORO NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Monday, August 3, 2026, 6:00PM Millsboro Town Center 322 Wilson Highway Millsboro, DE. 19966
Public Hearing will be held on Monday, August 3, 2026, at 6:00pm, in Millsboro Town Center, 322 Wilson Highway, Millsboro, Sussex County, Delaware, to consider the Town Council’s Resolution proposing to Annex Certain Territory, contiguous to the present limits of the Town of Millsboro, owned by Gloria A. Duffy, a/k/a Gloria A. Morris, located at 29494 Millsboro Highway and identified as Sussex County tax map and parcel no. 13316.00-138.04, containing 19,989 square feet, more or less, and proposing to amend the Zoning Map and Zoning Ordinance of the Town of Millsboro to include said territory in the Medium-Density Residential (MR) district.
Public Hearing will be held on Monday, August 3, 2026, at 6:00pm, in Millsboro Town Center, 322 Wilson Highway, Millsboro, Sussex County, Delaware, for the rezoning of property located on Union Street, owned by Samuel S. Sloan, identified as Sussex County Tax Map and Parcel Nos. 133-17.17-101.00 and 103.00, from Medium-Density Residential (MR) to Urban Business (UB) and rezoning of the property identified as Sussex County Tax Map and Parcel No. 133-17.17-102.00 from High-Density Residential (HR) to Urban Business (UB). CP 20260717 1T
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Delaware Department of Transportation Shante Hastings Secretary
PUBLIC WORKSHOP Draft 2026 Delaware State Freight Plan
Wednesday, July 29, 2026 4pm-7pm, Delaware Room DelDOT Administration Building, 800 S. Bay Road, Dover Delaware 19901
The Delaware Department of Transportation (DelDOT) invites residents, businesses, freight industry representatives, local governments, community organizations, and other interested stakeholders to attend a public workshop on the 2026 Draft Delaware State Freight Plan.
The State Freight Plan serves as Delaware’s roadmap for improving the movement of goods throughout the state by truck, rail, air, and maritime transportation. The plan identifies freight transportation needs, opportunities, and investment priorities that support economic growth, supply chain reliability, safety, mobility, and environmental sustainability. The 2026 update is being developed in partnership with regional planning organizations and stakeholders across Delaware. Workshop Purpose The public workshop will provide an opportunity for attendees to: • Learn about the goals, findings, and recommendations of the Draft 2026 Delaware State Freight Plan. • Review proposed freight transportation priorities and strategies. • Discuss freight-related opportunities and challenges affecting Delaware communities and businesses. • Provide comments and feedback that will help shape the final plan.
Send your letters to: Letters To The Editor Darin McCann, Editor P.O. Box 1324 Ocean View, DE 19970 or e-mail darin.mccann@ coastalpoint.com
A virtual participation option will also be available: Virtual Meeting Link: https://events.gcc.teams.microsoft.com/event/98883a28-020b-436b-8fef9fcb300ca2e4@8c09e569-51c5-4dee-abb2-8b99c32a4396
Public Comment Comments received during the workshop and throughout the public review period will be considered as DelDOT finalizes the 2026 State Freight Plan. The plan is expected to be completed in December 2026. How to Participate Review the draft plan and submit comments online at: DelDOT Freight Planning Website Contact Information DelDOT Statewide and Regional Planning Email: dfp@publicinput.com
Interested persons are invited to express their views in writing, giving reasons for support of, or opposition to, the proposed changes. Comments will be received at the workshop or can be mailed to DelDOT Community Relations P.O. Box 778, Dover, DE 19903, sent via email to dotpr@delaware.gov.
This public workshop location is accessible to persons having disabilities. Persons who require auxiliary aids and services such as qualified interpreters are requested to contact DelDOT by phone or mail one week in advance.
For further information contact DelDOT Community Relations at 1-800-652-5600 (in DE) or 302-760-2080 or write to the above address. CP 20260717 1T
PUBLIC NOTICE
The Crab Barn Restaurant has on June 9, 2026 applied with the Delaware Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission for an alteration approval to include its front patio, to include speakers and live music for a premises located at 32600 Long Neck Rd, Millsboro, Delaware 19966. Persons who are against this application should provide written notice of their objections to the Commissioner. For the Commissioner to be required to hold a hearing to consider additional input from persons against this application, the Commissioner must receive one or more documents containing a total of at least 10 signatures of residents or property owners located within 1 mile of the premises. The signatures of residents or property owners must also include the mailing stress for the property and the email address (if one exists) for the resident or property owner. Protest(s) must be received by the Commissioner’s office on or before within 15 days of publication of this notice. The protests can be emailed to oabcchearingexhibits@delaware.gov, or delivered or mailed to: OABCC, Carvel State Office Building, 820 North French Street, 10th Floor, Wilmington, DE 19801. Failure to file such protest may result in the Commissioner considering the application without further notice, input, or hearing. If you have questions regarding this matter, please contact the Commissioner’s Office. CP 20260717 3T
TOWN OF SELBYVILLE NOTICE OF ZONING CODE AMENDMENT
A PUBLIC HEARING WAS HELD ON MONDAY, JULY 13, 2026, AT 6:00 P.M. AT THE SELBYVILLE TOWN HALL, LOCATED AT 1 W CHURCH STREET, WHERE THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL VOTED TO APPROVE AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE TOWN CODE OF THE TOWN OF SELBYVILLE, CHAPTER 200, ZONING (“ZONING CODE”), § 200-124. DETERMINATION OF STATUS, BY CHANGING THE PROCESS FOR DETERMINING THE EXISTENCE OF A NONCONFORMING USE. CP 20260717 1T
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PUBLIC NOTICE TOWN OF SOUTH BETHANY BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT In-Person & Virtual Hearing
If unable to attend in person, you may join the Zoom meeting online from your computer, tablet or smartphone: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89554521654?pwd=7X24bbdKhvOBIqiHuDOzTWA5SmxLbu.1
If unable to attend in person, you may join the Zoom meeting online from your computer, tablet or smartphone: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89554521654?pwd=7X24bbdKhvOBIqiHuDOzTWA5SmxLbu.1
A. When prompted, the Meeting ID: 842 2654 9929, followed by the pound sign (#). B. There is no Member ID, so just press the pound sign (#). C. The Passcode is: 752084, followed by the pound sign (#).
A. When prompted, the Meeting ID: 842 2654 9929, followed by the pound sign (#). B. There is no Member ID, so just press the pound sign (#). C. The Passcode is: 752084, followed by the pound sign (#).
If your computer/laptop doesn't have a microphone, you may call into the event at the following phone number: 301-715-8592
DATE: TIME: HEARING: LOCATION:
OWNER: PROPERTY:
Friday, August 21, 2026 1 PM Peck Hearing Town Hall: 402 Evergreen Road, South Bethany, DE 19930; & Virtual Meeting Peck, Catherine Revocable Trust 415 Kimberly Drive, South Bethany, DE 19930
PURSUANT TO 22 DEL.C. SECTION 327 (a) AND ARTICLE XI, SECTION 145-38(D)(2), TWENTY (20) FT rear yard setback requirement of the Code of South Bethany. The Board of Adjustment will hold a Public Hearing to consider the homeowner’s variance request to keep an existing balcony, stairs, and deck with multiple encroachments not exceeding five feet.
All interested parties should attend by phone and present their views. If unable to attend, written comments will be accepted but must be received prior to the public hearing. Copies of the documents concerning this matter are available for inspection upon request at South Bethany Town Hall (302539-3653) during normal business hours. CP 20260717 1T
If your computer/laptop doesn't have a microphone, you may call into the event at the following phone number: 301-715-8592
DATE: TIME: HEARING: LOCATION:
OWNER: PROPERTY:
Friday, August 21, 2026 1 PM Scofield Hearing Town Hall: 402 Evergreen Road, South Bethany, DE 19930; & Virtual Meeting Scofield, Susan Werner 216 Carlisle Drive, South Bethany, DE 19930
PURSUANT TO 22 DEL.C. SECTION 327 (a) AND ARTICLE XI, SECTION 145-38(B)(1), TWENTY-FIVE (25) FT front yard setback requirement of the Code of South Bethany. The Board of Adjustment will hold a Public Hearing to consider the homeowner’s variance request for a 2 – foot front setback encroachment to accommodate the placement of a relocated single-family dwelling on their lot.
All interested parties should attend by phone and present their views. If unable to attend, written comments will be accepted but must be received prior to the public hearing. Copies of the documents concerning this matter are available for inspection upon request at South Bethany Town Hall (302539-3653) during normal business hours. CP 20260717 1T
NOTICE FOR PUBLICATION
To Whom it May Concern: This is to advise that Daniel Nelson Santos of 22690 E Piney Grove Rd, Georgetown, of Sussex County, Delaware, will be filing with the Prothonotary in and for Sussex County, State of Delaware, an application for a License to Carry a Concealed Deadly Weapon, according to the laws of the State of Delaware.
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EXPERIENCED SERVICE TECH HVAC company with over 20 years’ experience is seeking an
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302-436-7700
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Seasonal or Year-round Competitive Pay References/Resume Required
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Applications available at store - 1300 Coastal Hwy. 12 noon to 5 pm
Duties include administrative work, assisting property manager in all aspects of their duties, answering the phones and customer service.
Mon.-Sat., 8am-5pm Sun., 9am-4pm
We are looking for people who see their career in Sussex County.
a complete Property Maintenance company
Excellent salary and benefits. Positive, friendly work environment.
FIELD MANAGER
Must be a HIGHLY motivated, upbeat worker committed to serving our clients.
Position entails interaction with customers, problem solving skills and general customer service. A little mechanical knowledge & bi-lingual are plusses.
Send resume to cnichols@seascapepm.com
WE OFFER: Full-Time, Monday - Friday, occasionally Saturday. Competitive pay, great benefits, paid holidays and vacation. Send your resume to:
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A60
July 17, 2026
ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES
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TOY SOLDIER collection For Sale. Call for details 908-801-9648 GALANTI FEATHERWEIGHT. 520 Accordian. From the 1960's. Very good condition. Leather case. Asking $450.00. 302-664-2005. Please leave message. BARBIE DOLL Happin' Hair. Original box, all items included $20. 603.205.2909 CRACKER TINS $3. One bread tin $5 757-810-8782
12 FT JUMPER CABLES Used one time $10 call or text 603-205-2909 DONATE YOUR CAR/TRUCK/RV - Lutheran Mission Society of MD Compassion Place Ministries help local families with food, clothing, counseling. Tax deductible. MVA licensed #W1044. 410-228-8437 www.CompassionPlace.org WEATHER GUARD truck tool box for a full size pickup. Paid $900 five years ago. Asking $150 302-218-4661
SAMSUNG SMART HUBHDTVs.Two 32” $40ea one 24” $25. Excellent condition 302-249-5890 GET BOOST INFINITE! Unlimited Talk, Text and Data For Just $25/mo! The Power Of 3 5G Networks, One Low Price! Call Today and Get The Latest iPhone Every Year On Us! 855-977-5719 40 INCH SONY HDTV with stand. Excellent Condition $50.302-436-5836 PAIR OF ESS SPEAKERS Customized floor standing 39 1/2”H x 16” W x 16” Depth. Chrome finish with black speaker cloth. Pick up only $425 954-540-4528 PROSCAN FLATSCREEN TV 30 x 32” $30 410-310-6633 32” TOSHIBA TV very good cond. $100 410-218-1970 DIGITAL CANNON VIDEO Camcorder. Optuna 200 with multiple accessories but no battery charger $30 OBO. 703-346-1632
TV CABINET $40 302-229-7898 OUTDOOR BISTRO SET $40 443-763-1378 BEAUTIFUL CURIO CABINET Glass frame doors, glass frame sides,mirror on back, glass shelves, lights on top and bottom $500 732-910-0505 PATIO CHAIRS Great condition! White & Blue $15 each. Brown & Blue $10 each. 757-810-8782 5 SINGLE LAMPS pics avail $10 each 717-521-7955 2 WICKER STACKED chaise lounge chairs $100 for both, good cond 302-663-0801 Peggy
2 GROW LIGHTS. 1-46” for hanging. 1-22” table top w/stand $10. Call or text 603.205.2909 HUSQVARNA 130L GAS Weed Whacker stored indoors with manual $95 732-637-2804 7” TILE SAW $75. 10” slide compound saw $100. 10” table saw w/stand $175. Axe, sledgehammer, rake, & mattox $5ea.703-400-8991 16-32’ EXTENSION LADDER $45. Leave Message 302-539-5209 HAND FERTILIZER Spreader $10 410-310-6633 COBALT 7" CIRCULAR Wet Tile Saw $100 OBO 410-726-8099 HUSQVARNA 48” RIDING Lawnmower. Like New, Runs Great $400 443-397-3377 Ask for Mike SCOTT SEED SPREADER with soil aerating shoes. Text or call for pics $35 610-800-4949 METAL GARDEN PLANTER Brand new $20 757-810-8782 DEERE Tractor/Lawnmower. 36” cut, 19 horsepower. Like New. $900 firm 302-396-5450 GARDEN GROOM 3 in 1 Hedge Trimmer, $50 OBO 609-247-3649 55 GALLON BARRELS Metal or plastic. For burning, storage, floating docks, rain barrel, live bait, flush tank, planters/pots etc start at $35ea 302-542-9500 LARIN 5” BENCH VICE All purpose $25, Craftsman 10” compound miter saw $25, 6” bench grinder $25 OBO for all. 302-539-3771 “BILLYGOAT” LAWN VACUUM Excellent Condition $100 text 302-745-4122 LIKE NEW/USED MEDICAL equipment. INVACARE electric wheelchair $400. Feather lightweight wheelchair $400. INVACARE Hospital bed $200. Please leave message 302-470-9335 MOTORCYCLE APPAREL & Accessories. Reasonably Priced! 717-979-7282
COLEMAN GENERATOR Model # 85432. 5k watts and Briggs $ Stratton motor. Asking $250 215-514-9111 6 REALTOR OPEN HOUSE Frames. 26” x 28”heavy metal A-Frames sidewalk signs. Great for Open Houses. All 6 for $30 text for pics 302-858-6633 DENTAL INSURANCE from Physicians Mutual Insurance Company. Coverage for 400 plus procedures. Real dental insurance - NOT just a discount plan. Do not wait! Call now! Get your FREE Dental Information Kit with all the details! 1-855-337-5228
ANTIQUE TRUNK Beautiful $60 757-810-8782 BEAUTIFUL CURIO CABINET. Glass framed doors, glass frame sides, glass shelves with light on top & bottom. Mirror back $500 firm 732-910-0505 LIONEL/AF S,O, STANDARD Track. Large Lot. Call for details 908-801-9648 ANTIQUE JEWELRY CABINET 3ft high with ring & earring drawers. Like New $80. 302-579-0026 NORITAKE CHINA 8 settings, Melissa pattern. $45.00 302-537-6353 GLASSWARE Over 100 small unique pieces! Closed my Shop. $75 must leave message. 410-939-7714 BABY BUGGIES Over 100 years old. Perfect Conditioncall for details. Best offer 610-506-9179 DOLLS FROM THE 40S & 50S. Good condition. and doll accessories. Call for details. Best Offer 610-506-9179 OLD STAMP COLLECTION from 1930s & up & a lot of Post Cards from all over the world. $150 Call 302-245-2733 ANTIQUE ELI TERRY JR & CO. 30 hour modified pillar scroll, wooden movement clock. Weight driven, circa 1830. Runs great, professional tune-up. $475 410-259-2300
APPLIANCES SUSSEX COUNTY HABITAT FOR HUMANITY RESTORE accepts donations of working appliances 10 years old or less for families in need. 302-855-1156
AUTOMOTIVE COLEMAN POWER compressor barely used very good cond $350 302-668-4795 NEW CAMPBELL HAUSFELD 8 gal air compressor 125 max psi 90% quieter 4x longer life ( unopened box) $210 703-973-7382 MOTORCYCLE TAG No. 1595 non active, last date was 8/31/25 302-732-3637 CREEPER Next to new $50 302-668-4795
BOATING & FISHING BOAT SLIP FOR RENT in Banks Harbor. Call 302-841-7766 17'6" 2001 CENTER CONSOLE SEA PRO. All fiberglass transom & stringers. 2023 Suzuki 115 with very low hours. Garmin fish plotter. Ship to shore radio. Price is for boat only. Trailer is included for free but needs work. $7k 410-382-0299 PORTABLE FISH CLEANING Table with sink. New in box $50 302-373-6968 WILDERNESS SYSTEMS Kayak. Cape Lookout 145. Includes paddle. Very good condition. Located in Millville. $300 908-256-4647 WILDERNESS SYSTEMS Tarpon 120 Kayak, 12’, orange, good condition, with paddle. $900-1,200 new, selling for $495. You pick up or I can deliver locally. $495 202-999-0517 LEAD SINKERS Bank, Hatteras Trolling, Bell, Egg, Coin, etc. From 1oz up to 12oz. 25cents an ounce. Mix-N-Match. Also Jigs, Bucktails, & Surf Rigs avail. Starts at $1 302-542-9500 WALKER BAY 8’ SAILBOAT Good condition. Has all accessories. $800 Call 240-423-4366 3 BLADE PROPELLER Johnson Evinrude HP 70-90 & 110. Prop size 3/4 x 15’, 13 splines. Ideal for Pontoons $100 302-278-1441 YAKIMA JAY low foldable rooftop kayak cradle roof mounts. Never used, 2 boxes/4 cradles. $125/box or $225 for both. 203-644-4528 6 FLOATATION VESTS Adult $5 each 443-373-1550 2002 NISSAN 9.8 HP BOAT MOTOR low hours excellent condition $525 OBO. 302-668-8752 FISHING GEAR. Surf, Trolling, and Boat Rods. Landing nets, cast nets, and lures. Contact Ted 302-5398053 or 302-547-4348
FREE ARRIS GATEWAY-Cable (Modem/router). 2 Netgear WIFI Extenders FREE. Call or text 603-205-2909 FREE BUNK BED SET covered with 2 dressers. You haul. 301-674-4624 FOLDING FABRIC CAMP Chair w/storage pouch FREE. Call or text 603.205.2909 FREE! Downed TREES from recent storms in Ocean View; bring chain saw to cut trees felled from storm. Stock up for cold winters /fireplaces. Call for location. 240-200-4656 FREE! Garage door used 7 x 16 you pick up Call 302-537-4390 FREE! 5 collapsible shelving units. Ocean View, must pick up. 443-745-7812
FURNITURE TV CONSOLE red cabinet $80 240-731-5004 WOODEN SQUARE 42” X 42” high top dining room table with 3 chairs $200 call for details 240-731-5004 QUEEN SLEIGH BED with mattress & boxspring. Can be bought together or separate. Call for details 240-731-5004 SECTIONAL SOFA with Chaise. Lt. Sand- Like new $800 or best offer. Text/Call 240-832-1186 Ocean View 2 BEDROOM LAMPS slim, ornate, black with small flowers, good cond, pics avail $45 717-521-7955 BEAUTIFUL DISPLAY CABINET
Glass shelves, glass framed doors, & glass framed sides with mirror back & lights on top and bottom $500 cash 732-910-0505 PATIO CHAIRS $7 each 757-810-8782
RATTAN KITCHEN SET with 4 chairs and 54" glass top. Looks like new, only used a few times. $1400 new asking $400 Call 410-430-9402 HAMPTON BAY PATIO SET Aluminum w/4 swivel chairs. New slings in 2023, umbrella & base. Stored in garage in winter $300 845-891-5330 PATIO FURNITURE. Loveseat & Chair with Cushions $75 Selbyville 410-688-5483 BEAUTIFUL BLACK GLASS & Chrome TV stand 55x24x21H $50 OBO 443-786-0479 OUTDOOR FURNITURE. 2 Chairs with cushions & foot stools with matching glass top coffee table. $400 302-663-9326 HO SCALE TRAIN 4 x 8 layout you must pick up. $500. Call for more info 302-448-0772 LONG WOODEN DRESSER 8 drawers. Comes with 3 tiered mirror. Will text pics. Excellent condition, no pets, no smoke $170 firm 302-278-8498 LEATHER RECLINER with Ottoman. Recliner; 32”w x 37”h. Ottoman: 21” x 17” x 16”h. Circular wood base. $140 302-537-5148
HOME FOR SALE BEAUTIFUL contemporary 2 story house on 3/4 acre. 5BR 3BA. Very low taxes & HOA fees. Call 732-910-0505 for more info
LAWN & GARDEN CRAFTSMAN EDGER/TRIMMER gas powered, good cond. $100 302-668-4795 CRAFTSMAN 3.2 AMP 17” corded hedge trimmer, T-handle design. New in box. $40 302-664-2005 HUSQVARNA gas leaf blower $50 302-897-4914 JOHN DEERE Riding mower 170. $475 302-217-0450 CRAFTSMAN BRUSHLESS Lithium V20 weed whacker, good cond, pics avail $55 717-521-7955
MISCELLANEOUS 55 PIECES OF PHALTZGRAFF Northwinds pattern, white with a blue and green stripe around edge.11 dinner plates, cups and saucers with lots of serving pieces to match. $150.00 REDUCED $99 302-228-0346 ASSORTED HAND TOOLS Wrenches, sockets, saws, screwdrivers, etc. Photos & description available. Was $125, REDUCED $75 Call or Text. 603.205.2909 12FT WERNER fiberglass ladder. Garage kept $125 302-530-8972
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EMMERSON BEVERAGE cooler 17”x 33” glass front $100 410-218-1970 SHARK LIGHTWEIGHT stick vacuum orig. $199 asking $100 410-218-1970 QUARTZ INFARED portable electric heater on rollers w/remote 13”x16”x19” $125 443-373-1550 CAMERA EQUIPMENT Nikon FG-20 camera, 55mm Vivitar 35-105mm macro focusing zoom, Soligor c/d zoom and macro 95-310mm, Tamon MC tele converter 2x, Nikon speedlight, Nikon lens series E 50mm, 4 Tiffen lenses, whole lot $110 717-521-7955 KODAK PIXPRO FZ55 digital camera with essentials kit, brand new never used $115 717-521-7955 BOSE QUIET COMFORT 15 acoustic noise cancelling headphones with case never used $30 717-521-7955 AMERICAN TOURISTER Hard suitcase, combination, rollers. 26” x 20” x 8” $50 443-373-1550 SHARK MATRIX ROBOTIC Vacuum. Model RV2310AE. Gently used, works great, self empty for 45 days, Great on carpenter hardwood, text for pics $150 302-858-6633 WINDMILL WINDOW AC Wifi/remote, 10,000 BTU, covers 450sq ft, new in box. Originally $529, selling for $450, cash only 302-258-3712 NORTH STAR PROFESSIONAL GENERATOR Model 165911G. $300 Bill 609-635-8400, Dagsboro
TEETER INVERSION TABLE $50 443-687-6126 BEAUTIFUL OUTDOOR LANTERN
$10 757-810-8782 20lb STEEL PROPANE TANKS
Empty ones to use for exchanges $25. 100% full (37lbs/5gal) $45, a few partial full $30 302-542-9500 BRAND NEW PURE WICK
system w/30 new external catheters. Never used, never opened, cost $460 will sell for $350 302-539-5021
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Select power wheelchair. Like new $600 will deliver locally 302-539-5021 TWO 4’ CRAFTSMAN VersaTrack wall mount tool storage racks. Assorted utility hooks. The pair $20 Call-text 603-205-2909 SHOPVAC $20. Ceramic Heater $15 757-810-8782 9ft GREEN SUNBRELLA Patio umbrella + 50lb base. Used twice, paid $400, asking $125. Call Jon 484-340-2752 APPLE PEELER $5 757-810-8782
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WE BUY HOUSES for Cash AS IS! No repairs. No fuss. Any condition. Easy three step process: Call, get cas offer and get paid. Get your fair cash offer today by calling Liz Buys Houses: 1-866-541-7929 PROCTOR SILEX WAFFLE maker, excellent cond. $20 302-668-4795 REGAL FOOD PROCESSOR Comes w/guide. Very good cond. $25 302-668-4795 PASTA POT Comes w/lid & strainer. Excellent cond white $20 302-668-4795 PAMPERED CHEF BBQ Pizza pan new never used $20 302-668-4795 STRAIGHT LINE SANDER 3 paint guns & comealong $10ea. 703-400-8991
PAMPERED CHEF BBQ spatula new never used $10 302-668-4795 2 CHAIRS $15ea. 2 swivel chairs $15ea. Conventional microwave oven $95. All good condition. Please leave message 301-802-0431 BABY/PET GATE adjustable 42” x 24” $30 443-926-4174 WHITE SINGER featherweight sewing machine $200 908-801-9648 HOOVER LEGACY UPRIGHT vacuum good cond pics avail $50 717-521-7955 REGAL FOOD Next to new $50 302-668-4795 POLK AUDIO R150 Bookshelf Speakers, black, brand new in carton. $125 443-790-0507 AUDIEN HEARING The worlds first hearing aid with touchscreen controls. No tiny buttons, apps or prescriptions. 45-day risk free trial. Free shipping. Lifetime support. More than 1.5 million happy customers. Call Audien 1-888-410-0534 COMFORT AIRE Air Conditioner, 12,000 BTU window unit with remote. Used for 2 months, like new $185 302-258-8893
MIKASA WHOLE WHEAT DESIGN 12 piece place setting dishes with serving pieces. Excellent condition. Asking $60.00. 302-664-2005. lv msg ALL ELECTRIC 10” table saw , large belt sander, medium belt sander, smal belt sander, joiner, and flour drill press. 302-334-7317 PORTABLE GENERATOR Generac Wheel House by Briggs & Stratton 5550 Rated Watts $425.00 302-218-4661 2 AC UNITS Row Excellent Condition. Will cool 2-3 rooms $100 302-559-0848 MERRILL HIKING BOOTS sz 9 1/2 excellent cond. $25 & Sketchers NEW 9 1/2 paid $90 selling for $25 302-537-7348 FABERWARE 12" electric stainless steel skillet/warmer with lid and heating control.$45.00. 302-537-5148 HOSPITAL BED serving tray, height adj, on wheels text for pics $50 610-800-4949 BRAND NEW 3 CURAD l/xl padded comfortable pull over knee elastic supports in box never worn text for pics $14 for all 3 610-800-4949
BLACKSTONE 28" GRIDDLE Brand new, unopened. Comes with 36-piece accessory set. Ideal for backyard, tailgating, camping, or beach. $190. Call 856-630-1971 REGAL BREADMAKER barely used, next to new excel cond. Comes w/a guide & cookbook $40 302-668-4795 PREPARE FOR OUTAGES today with a Generac Home Standby Generator. Act now to receive a FREE 5-Year warranty with qualifying purchase. Call 1-855-9930969 today to schedule a free quote. Its not just a generator. Its a power move. PICTURES & FRAMES All Sizes. Make Offer 302-644-7234 BRASS CHANDELIER Design House Millbridge with 5 clear glass shades. Lowes item # 1345522. Now only $20 302-542-9500 TWIN 100FT TANKS with manifold $500. 302-854-9498
GALANTI FEATHERWEIGHT 520 ACCORDION. From the 1960's. Very good condition. Leather case. Asking $450.00. 302-664-2005. Please leave message.
This Week
Ë Fri & Sat July 17th & 18th 8am-2pm Rain or Shine "BIG Garage Clean Up"-Fishing tackle, Crabbing gear, Minnow traps & buckets, Boating anchors, Nets, Rods & reels, Water Skiing equipment. Kayak, Boat storage cribbing blocks, concrete blocks, Life jackets, Trailer 14" tire, lights, 55 gal drum rollers, Lawn tools rakes shovels, Craftsmen rubber garden hose, Concrete blocks, Propane Grills & Tanks, Wheel barrels, Edger, Spreader, Electric cords, Travel luggage, Chain hoist, new 10" Skil table saw, Lamps, Exercise equipment, Vise, Air hose, 12" cut off saw, Tow chains, Gas cans, Wheelchair, Rubber mats, nuts/ bolts, Bike rack, Pvc pipe, much more! 31389 Railway Rd, Ocean View, DE 19970
Ë Sat July 18th 8am-? Rain or Shine Yard Sale! Depression & Fenton glass, clothing, household, and a variety of items. 125 Hollywood Drive, Millville, DE 19970 (Land of Pleasant Living)
Ë Sat July 18th 8am-1pm Rain or Shine Sandy Ridge Community Yard Sale! Celebrate the USA’s 250th Birthday! Great Finds! Great Neighbors! Great Deals! Located throughout the Sandy Ridge Community GPS: 32041 North Summer Court, Laurel, DE 19956 Hosted by the Sandy Ridge HOA
Upcoming
Ë Thurs preview July 23rd 4pm - 7pm Rain or Shine Fri & Sat July 24th & 25th 8am-12pm Rain or Shine Huge Annual Yard Sale! Tools, decor, clothing, too much to list. Come See! 32261 Falling Point Rd, Dagsboro, DE, 19939 Dogwood Acres Community Yard Sale is on Friday & Saturday
Ë Fri & Sat July 24th & 25th 8am-1pm Rain or Shine Dogwood Acres Community Yard Sale! Tools, fishing equipment, toys, games, books, housewares, clothing and much more! There are sales on East Lagoon, West Lagoon, White Oak Road, Long Leaf Road, South Dogwood Road, Poole Court, Peppers Creek Road and Falling Point Road. Ë Sat July 25th 9am-4pm Rain or Shine Multi Family Yard Sale! Old golf clubs, womens bike, collectible teapots, kitchenware, clothing, books, puzzles, jewelry, & much more! 19 West Bayard St, Fenwick Island, DE 19944 (Off Coastal Hwy, a few streets from the RT 54 DE/MD state line)
PELLA SLIDING GLASS DOOR
Like New, $300 856-979-3338 POWERBACK 5250 WATTS GENERATOR excellent condition. $200 302-745-4122
RENTALS All units are N/S, N/P unless otherwise noted. Credit application and security deposit required. Waterside Apts.: 2BR/2BA 2nd floor apt. $1,700 per month + utilities. Bethany Bay: 2BR/2BA furnished 2nd floor condo in Ocean View. $1,800 per month + utilities. Mallard Lakes: 2BR/1.5BA newly renovated townhome in Selbyville. $1,900 per month + utilities. Millville by the Sea: 3BR/2.5BA 2 story townhome. $2,000 per month + utilities and 2% rental tax. Plantation Lakes: 3BR/3BA 3 story townhome in Millsboro. $2,150 per month + utilities. No pets. 2 year minimum lease. Forest Reach: 3BR/2BA furnished single level home in Frankford. $2,200 per month + utilities
Millville by the Sea: 2BR/2BA single level home with flex room. Brand new construction. $2,550 per month + utilities and 2% rental tax. Dogwood Acres Rd: 4BR/2BA single family home in Dagsboro with 2 car garage and outbuilding. $2,600 per month + utilities. Blackwater Village: 4BR/2.5BA single family home with detached garage in Dagsboro. $2,600 per month + utilities. Parkside: 4BR/3BA single family home with garage in Millville. $2,800 per month + utilities and 2% rental tax. Bayside at Bethany Lakes: 3BR/2.5BA, 2 story townhome in Ocean View. $2,950 per month + utilities.
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plus other items in case. Great for beginner or intermediate player. $175 (cash only) 301-275-8062 4PC DRUM SET with high hats & stands, cymbals, & options $145. 13” ZBT high hat cymbals, like new $65 302-278-1441 GUITAR TUNER works great and easy to use $12 302-436-9005 YAMAHA KEYBOARD PSR190. Like new $100 OBO 703-209-1787 PREMIER AMP Twin 12” speakers 1963 tube/trem mic. Excellent Condition, $975. 302-541-8187 4PC DRUM SET with high hats & stands, cymbals, & options $175 302-278-1441 CASIO KEYBOARD LK210 Uwith light up keys $70 410-382-2033 CB 10 LUG 14x7 1/2 Chrome Drum Snare. Aquarian Head 40 Strand Snares. Great Sound! $89. 302-278-1441 SELMER ALTO SAXAPHONE plus other items in case. Great for beginner or intermediate player. $175 (cash only) 301-275-8062 YAMAHA S3 Aluminum high hat stand $95. Used Zildjian Mastersound 14” high hats $239. Zildjian ZBT 13”high hats $59 302-278-1441
PETS & SUPPLIES PITBULL PUPPIES READY TO GO. Almost 11 weeks old. 3 males.$150ea Call or text 302-390-5374 CLASSIC KENNEL sm to med up to 30 lbs 28” L x 20.5”W $50 443-373-7294
SPORTS & EXERCISE EXTREME POWER Exercise bike. Battery operated 6 function display, adjustable pedal straps, easy to break down to store or move, max weight 220lbs $80 610-800-4949 2 BIKES One Mens $30 & one Girls 16” $30. Please leave message 301-802-0431 20” 3 WHEEL BIKE with 7 speeds. Brand new $450 selling for $300 757-810-8782 TAYLOR MADE SPIDER GT Notchback Left-handed putter. 2024 Model, hardly used, 34 inches, with head cover and oversized grip. $135 609-247-3649 2 SETS SNORKEL MASKS & tubes, optical lenses excellent cond. $15ea. 302-537-7348 25LB DUMBELL $10. 1 barbell & 2 dumbells 50lbs $25 703-400-8991
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TEETER INVERSION TABLE $50 443-687-6126 GOLF MAT & NET $20 757-810-8782 STREET STRIDER 7i Elliptical Bike with indoor trainer stand $700 410-713-9114 call or text
RECUMBENT EXERCISE BIKE-Schwann professional grade recumbent bike. Very good condition. $50.00 OBO 410-375-9583
LIKE NEW LADIES BIKE $125 OBO 302-663-0636 LIKE NEW LADIES Complete Golf Set $125 OBO 302-663-0636 2 10LB BAR WEIGHTS $20 302-537-7348
CALDWELL BALLISTIC precision chronograph. New in box. Works with bows, rifles, pistols, & paintball $50 301-875-7061
9’ LONGBOARD Travel Bag. Ocean Earth $40 & 9’ Longboard Stretch Cover Sock Blue $20 410-939-7714 leave message CLUBS mostly drivers & 3 woods $3 each 757-810-8782
6x6 CONCRETE reinforcement wire. Two 5ft pieces. Reasonable priced 302-616-1699
SCHWINN BICYCLE HELMETS
New, never used 1 red, 1 blue $20 each 302-539-4367
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29 BENNETT POINT LN #1, OCEAN VIEW COME TOUR THIS SATURDAY 1PM-3PM! New to the market with only one owner Welcome to this rare first-floor pond-view villa in OCEAN VIEW BEACH CLUB, featuring luxury vinyl plank flooring, a gourmet kitchen with designer upgrades, a spacious owner's suite, mostly furnished interiors, resort-style amenities, 7-day minimum rentals, and a prime location just minutes from Delaware's beaches, dining, shopping, and golf. $465,000 (DESU2115860) Call Bogi Szabo (c) 302-448-1698
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LOT 14 CLUBHOUSE, OCEAN VIEW Banks Harbor Retreat. This lovely .26 acre lot is ready for your dream home. Build when you're ready, not according to a developer timeline! No builder tie-in, sewer and water available. Water access, this lot is only 3 miles to Bethany Beach. Sewer impact fee due at building permit. $145,000 (DESU2110410) Call Sandy Greene (c) 302-745-2382
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26409 KINGFISHER RD, OCEAN VIEW Saturdayday the 18th, 10am-1pm, come see this stunning 4 Bd | 4.5 Ba townhome with pond views & 3,000+ sq. ft. in amenity-filled Bay Forest! This property is luxurious and spacious! Enter into a light-filled, openconcept space that is ideal for daily living & entertaining. Notables: floor to ceiling fireplace, two 1st floor ensuite bedrooms, gourmet kitchen, office could be a 5th Bd & much more. $650,000 (DESU2104984) Call Danny Taglienti (c) 410-430-2721
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33711 ASHLAND DRIVE, FRANKFORD Welcome to this bright and well-maintained coastal home in the desirable community of Forest Reach, conveniently located just minutes from the sand, shopping, and dining of the Delaware beaches. The home features 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths with a split floor plan that offers both comfortable living and privacy. Recent updates provide peace of mind, including a new architectural roof (2019), upgraded kitchen countertops, ceramic backsplash in kitchen (2026) new stainless steel appliances (2026)and dual fuel energy-efficient HVAC (2022). $479,999 (DESU2106246) Call Rebecca Coulbourn (c) 302-841-1701
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36974 SERENITY DRIVE , SELBYVILLE This gorgeous 4 Bd, 3.5 Ba home has a fantastic outdoor oasis w/ a private, inground pool, gazebo, deck & patio w/ lush landscaping. Come for an Open House on Sat. 7/18 noon - 2pm. Highlights: luxurious interior with quartz counters, stainless, hardwood, expansive bonus room, 2-car garage, lots of storage & much more! In the Refuge at Dirickson Creek with a gym, playground, pickleball, volleyball, boat ramp, dock area & more. $950,000 (DESU2110894) Call Danny Taglienti (c) 410-430-2721
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31574 WINTERBERRY PKWY #309B Now offered at a new price, this 4 BR, 3 BA Bayside penthouse delivers over 2,000 square feet of open concept living space, designed for both comfort and functionality. The spacious layout, screened porch, and multiple living areas provide plenty of room for entertaining or relaxing, while the community offers an impressive lineup of resort style amenities. Whether you are looking for a primary home, second home, or investment property, this one checks all the boxes. $445,000 (DESU2106368) Call Betsy Perry (c) 301-938-1472
77 WEST AVE LOT 2, OCEAN VIEW Build your Coastal Dream Home just minutes from Bethany Beach. Rare opportunity to own an over 1 acre homesite less than 2 miles to the Beach. This spacious parcel offers No HOA, No Builder-Tie-In and endless potential - a perfect blend of privacy and convenience. Exceptional location-just minutes to Beach and close to restaurants, shopping, golf, boat ramp, nature trails and all the attractions that make the Delaware Beaches so sought after. Enjoy your peace and privacy and while enjoying a Coastal Lifestyle too! Asking $399,000 (DESU2113250) Call Chrisy Tingle (c) 302-377-4159
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37946 ONEIDA WAY, FRANKFORD BIG REDUCTION! Won’t be around long! Model Home Never Lived In! Stunning, 3 BR + den/alternate BR, 2.5 BA single family home nestled in the picturesque community of High Point Preserves. This brand new never lived in home awaits you and your family. Quiet community low, low HOA fees. $578,000 (DESU2076352) Call Jane Baxter-Miller (c) 302-245-8831
36386 HOLLY COURT, SELBYVILLE 3 BR, 3-1/2 baths + loft, 2500 SF Updated and spacious! This light-filled twin villa features wide plank hardwood floors, updated kitchen & baths, shiplap accent wall, built-in cabinets, custom shelving, and more. Come see this hidden gem in Arrington Woods - an ultra-convenient location and lovely community less than 5 miles to the beach! $475,000 (DESU2110722) Call Nancye Vermillion (c) 302-500-9255
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77 WEST AVE, OCEAN VIEW Private Coastal Retreat just minutes to Bethany Beach! Charming and extensively updated Turnkey 4 Bed, 2 Bath home with an open concept floor plan and No HOA Perfect blend of beach town convenience, privacy and outdoor living- appreciate large screened in front porch, fenced yard with multi level rear deck, fire pit, outdoor shower, 2 sheds and lots of parking. Less than 2 miles to Beach-close to restaurants, shopping, boat ramp,nature trails, park, golf and more! Enjoy the Coastal Lifestyle you’ve been dreaming about! Asking $599,000 (DESU2113008) Call Chrisy Tingle (c) 302-377-4159
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22516 GREBE LANE, OCEAN VIEW Elegant two-car garage, end unit villa offers a sophisticated coastal retreat in the award-winning Bay Forest at Bethany Beach. With 4 BRs and 3.5 BA, this home comes fully furnished and features a thoroughly designed floor plan that maintains both comfort and style. Features include gourmet kitchen featuring a granite island and ss app, first floor owners suite, EZ Breeze sunroom & paver patio all located on a premium lot with pond-front privacy. $649,900 (DESU2110278) Call Logan Burke (c) 443-797-9217
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2 E ATLANTIC ST #1, FENWICK ISLAND Just steps to the beach - Oceanside Adorable and affordable Fully Furnished and Turnkey bungalow style first level condo, 3 bed, 1 bath, screened in porch, 2 designated parking spots! Ideal beach getaway- just park your car and walk to beach, shops, restaurants, entertainment. Located outside town limits so no town tax. Welcome to the Delaware Beach lifestyle! Asking $674,900 (DESU2098432) Call Chrisy Tingle (c) 302-377-4159
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