Coastal Point — July 18, 2025

RecreationalcannabissalestostartAug.1

BySusanCanfora StaffReporter

Afteralongwait,thesaleofadultuserecreationalcannabisissettobegin onFriday,Aug.1,withBestBudsin Georgetownbeingoneoftheonlyarea dispensariesnotprohibitedunderlocal ordinances.

InSussexCounty,manytownshave

BeebetohostQ&Aon Millsboroemergency department

ByLauraWalter StaffReporter

WhenBeebeHealthcarelastpresentedplansforanewMillsboroemergencydepartmentandwalk-in urgent-careclinic,residentspackedthe MillsboroTownCouncilmeetingroom andspilledintothehallway.Clearly, peoplewereinterested.

Thismonth,thepublicisbeinginvitedtoanin-personQ&AwithBeebe PresidentandCEODr.DavidTamto learnmoreabouttheforthcoming Millsboroproject,onThursday,July31, fromnoonto2p.m.atMillsboroTown Hall.

Therearetwovirtualoptionsfor publicparticipation,forthosewhocan’t attendinperson.YouTubeallowspeople to watchonlineforfreeat www.youtube.com/@TownofMillsboroMeetings.Zoomallowspeopleto watchandparticipateoraskquestions atwww.zoom.us(MeetingID8264579 4371,Passcode652998). SeeBEEBEpage5

bannedit—includingOceanView, Millville,FenwickIsland,South Bethany,BethanyBeach,Dagsboro, MillsboroDeweyBeachandRehoboth Beach.ItisalsobannedinMiddletown, Odessa andElsmereinNewCastle County,andinCamdeninKent County.

When,in2023,theOceanView TownCouncilbannedsales,cultivation,

manufacturingandtestingofmarijuana intownlimits,andprohibitedthesale inretailstoresanduseinsmoking lounges,publiccommentsatcouncil meetingsincludedsomeobjectionsto thebans—onebyamanwhosaidit wasanactofignorance.

Hearingthat,DelawareMarijuana CommissionerJoshuaSanderlin,during arecentconversationwiththeCoastal

Point,saidbusinessesdon’twanttobe wheretheyaren’twantedandtheydon’t wanttofighttoexist,buthebelieves muchoflocalofficials’concernisunfounded.

“Ithinkalotoftheanxietytoward theindustryisbasedonpreconceived

Fenwickofficialstodemoseveralmitigationprojects

ByKerinMagill StaffReporter

“Resiliency”maysoundlikeabuzzword,andit’sonethat’sbeenbandied aboutquiteabitbycoastaltowns— particularlyastheydealwithpersistent floodingissues.Butthewordhastaken

onnewmeaninginFenwickIslandas theTownmovesforwardinseekinganswerstoitsbaysidefloodingproblems, despiteeliminationofapotentialfederalfundingsource.

InFebruary,theFederalEmergency ManagementAgency(FEMA)announcedthattheBuildingResilientIn-

frastructure&Communities(BRIC) grantprogramwasbeingcanceled. FEMAofficialssaidtheprogramwas “wastefulandineffective”andthatthe cancelationwaspartofashiftinfederal disaster planningresponsibilities.

Asaresult,communitiesacrossthe country—includingFenwickIsland—

wereforcedtoseekalternativefunding forcurrentorfutureprojectsinvolving issuessuchasfloodcontrol,wildfire preventionandupgradingbuilding codes.

Mayorstalkdecisionstobansalesintowns

BySusanCanfora StaffReporter

GeorgetownMayorBillWestsaidhe andthemajorityoftheTownCouncil votedtoallowthesaleofrecreational marijuanainthetown,beginningon Friday,Aug.1,becausehedoesn’tbelievethesmallamountofTHCwill leadtotheuseofpotent,illegaldrugs, suchasheroinandcocaine.

“We’renotallowingmarijuana,per se.It’sgummiesandorals.Ihavealotof seniorcitizensthathavebeengoingto OceanCitytogetgummiesandtheoils,

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notionsthatdatebackdecadesandhave norealbasisinthecurrentiterationof theindustry,”Sanderlinsaid,callingfor “morelocalengagementwithlocal townstoshowthemafacilityandsee whattheprocessis,takingthemtoseea state-of-the-artlab.

“Wehavethreeorfourthatweare expectingtoopensoon,andthisisn’t anythingcrazy,”hesaid.“Thisisanaturalindustrythatisanintroductiontoa product,meetinganeed,beingtaxedat averyhighrate.Idon’tblamecompanies thatdon’twanttobelocatedwhere theyarenotwanted.Myhopeislocal

becausetheyhelpthemwithbone structure,witharthritis,achesandpains. Iseethiscommunityaging.Wearegivingthemalocalplacetobeabletogoto getitwithouthavingtotraveltoofar,” WesttoldtheCoastalPoint.

BestBuds,locatedinGeorgetown PlazaonRoute113—whichalready sellsmedicalmarijuana—willstart sellingrecreationalitemsunderthe Town’sordinanceandDelawarelaw thatgoesintoeffectonAug.1.

Theowneroftheshopcouldnotbe reachedforcommentthisweek,but Westsaid“hardcoremarijuanapeople”

officialsinthoseareaswouldengage,” hesaid.

Sanderlinsaidinformationalcommunitymeetingswillbeplanned.

“Themeetingswillhaveabitof everything.We’retalkingaboutnotions ofanindustrythatdatesback80years, cloudedwithprohibitionandmisinformation,anditwilltakealittlebitof everything—notjusttalkingtolocal officials,butalsotalkingtothepublicat large.Thatcoversalargerangeoftopics: Howdoesitlook?Howdoyouconsumeit?Whatarethebenefits?What abouttheeconomicdevelopmentinan area?Justbecauseyoucan’thavestores intheirareadoesn’tmeantheycan’tget itsomewhereelse,”hesaid,althoughit

won’tbeabletobuyproductstherewith ahighlevelofTHC(tetrahydrocannabinol,apsychoactivecompoundin cannabisplants).

“Theyaren’tgoingtobeabletobuy thatkindofthingthere.Wearehoping tooffertheopportunityforpeopleto getridofthestuffgrowinginthemiddleofafieldsomewherethatisheavily sprayedwithchemicalsandpesticides. It’sgoingtohappenanyway.Thefederal sectionisgoingtodecriminalize,and it’sgoingtobeavailablethroughoutthe

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isillegaltobuyrecreationalmarijuana inonestateandtransportit.

“Theskyisnotfalling.Thisdoesn’t createcrime.Itsecuresamethodof procuringcannabis,asopposedtogoing toillegalshops,”Sanderlinsaid.

Someresidentsoftownswheremarijuanawasbannedsaidtheydidn’twant tosmellitintheircommunities.

“Themarijuanabusinessesthemselvesdonotsmell,”heclarified.“Cultivatorsarerequiredtohaveairfilter purifiers.Manufacturershavenosmells comingoutofthere,andthingsare packagedinthestorealready.What happensispeoplebuyitonthestreet,

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andthat’swhyyousmellit.Peoplewho aredoingitaredoingitwhetherthey getitinOceanVieworinWilmington.

“It’sallaboutpolicingthestreets,just likeyoudon’twantopencontainers”of alcoholonthestreets,hesaid.“Butit isn’tbusinessesthataredoingthat. Marijuanaislegal,andpeoplewillconsumeitsometimespublicly,whichthey arenotsupposedtodo,”headded.

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country,”Westsaid.

aren’tsureaboutthesourceofrecreationalmarijuanaorwhatkindofpesticides aresprayedontheplants,but Sanderlinsaidthereisanindustrystandardforgrowingitandspecifications regardingpesticideuse.

“Onceit’sgrown,itistestedtoensureitdoesn’thaveheavymetals,pesticides—allthethingsyoudon’twantin theflowerorfinishedproducts.Our systemistrack-and-tracefromthemomentaseedgoesintotheground,”he said.

Hesaidhisexperiencehasbeenthat cultivatorsandthosewhoownshops

Hesaidhedoesn’texpecttheTown torealizeaneconomicbenefitforthree orfouryears,butmorecustomersarrivinginGeorgetowntovisitBestBuds willlikelymeanstopsforgas,mealsand shopping.

SomeformerGeorgetownTown Councilmembersopposedallowing salesforrecreationaluse.

“Theykeptreferringtoitas‘weed,’ butpeoplehavetolookatthefullpicture,”themayorsaid.“Youhavetolook atthegummies.Youhavetolookatthe oilsandsmokingrecreationalmarijuana.

“arebettertrainedthanthat.”

“Alotoftimes,theyareconsumers themselves.Cannabisaffectsindividuals differently.So,youcan’tsay100percent howitwillimpactyou.Ifyouallow multiplestorestoopen,thatallows competition,andcustomerserviceisa primeexampleofhowyoucompeteand getbettercustomerservice.Ifyouonly haveonestore,youareatthewhimof thatstore,”hesaid.

SanderlintoldtheCoastalPointthat heusescannabishimself,gettingitboth withamedicalcardtotreatgastro-intestinal distressandrecreationally.

Gummybearsandtheoils,Ifeel,are neededfortheolderpopulation.”

West—whosaidhedoesnothimselfusemarijuanaproducts—isaretiredDelawareStatePolicetrooperwho workedinnarcoticsforsevenyears.He saidillegalmarijuanawithhighlevelsof THCis“whatcreatestheproblem.”

“Whenpeoplestartoutonthat,they

“Thebenefitisthesameascoming homeintheeveningandwantinga glassofwine,”hesaid.“Thestereotype isusingitwithabagofCheetosina cloudofsmoke,butIcantakeanedible aftermykidgoestobedandtotally relax,anditwillhelpmesleeporunwindafteralongday.Tome,Idon’tsee adistinctionofsomebodycominghome andpouringaglassofbourbonoverice anddrinkingthat,oreatingasmalldoseedible,”hesaid.

canendupgoingtobiggerthings,like cocaine,heroin,crackcocaine,butthese recreationalproductshavesuchalow THClevel.Theyarenotgateway drugs,”Westsaid.

Heandcouncilmembersmadesure recreationalmarijuanawasonlyallowed tobesoldinthecommercialareaof town.Restrictionswereplacedonlighting,fencingandkeepingtrashemptied, andthereareseparateareasoftheshops wheremedicalandrecreationalmarijuanaaresold.

Delaware’sMarijuanaCommissioner JoshuaSanderlintoldtheCoastalPoint thathewantstoofferinformational meetingsandtourstoshowhowmarijuana isgrownandmanufactured.More knowledge,hesaid,couldpersuade townofficialswhohaveprohibitedthe saleandmanufacturingofmarijuanain manytownsinlowerSussexCountyto repealthoseordinancesandpassnew, lessrestrictiveordinances.

ButOceanViewMayorJohnReddingtonthisweeksaidheisn’tinterested intours.

“Idon’tneedtoseethat.Iwasinvolvedinnarcoticcontrolintheforeign service.Ihavevisitedfactoriesbefore, eventhoughtheywerenotinthe United States,”hesaid.

Reddingtonsaidhe’swillingtotalk totheOceanViewTownCouncilabout touring,buthewouldwantinputfrom PoliceChiefKennethMcLaughlin,who hasoftenspokenagainstallowingsales inOceanView.

“Wehaven’ttalkedaboutitasa council.Itmightbesomethingworth talkingabout.IknowtheStatehasdifferentideas.No,wehaven’tbroughtit upinatowncouncilmeetingyet,”Reddingtonsaidofthepotentialtoursoffacilities.

In SouthBethany,MayorEdieDonderosaidshewastheonlyelectedofficial—oratleastoneofveryfew— “thatvotedagainstbanningsalesinour town.”

“Sure,I’dattendaninformational meeting.…Iwasopposedtoaban, whichdidn’tfeelfairtome.Ibelieveit wasaunanimousvoteeverywhereelse.I wouldbewillingtohearmoreinformationandwouldbewillingtobringitbeforeourcouncil,butIthinkthereis virtuallynochanceofthemagreeingto repeal.Therewasnopushbackfromresidents ontheprohibition,”shesaid.

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AttheJunemeetingoftheFenwick IslandTownCouncilmeeting,the councilunanimouslyvotedtomoveforwardwithascaled-backapproach, goingwiththerecommendationofthe Town’sInfrastructureCommitteeto proceedwithcreationofaComprehensiveEngineeredMasterResiliencyPlan. TheTownwasabletonegotiateaproposalwithStraughanEnvironmental foracostof$299,000—approximately $175,000lessthantheproposalthat hadincludedfederalfunding.

FenwickIslandMayorNatalie Magdeburger,inastatementpostedon theTown’swebsite,said,“Thetownis

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“Ourdatashowed…thatMillsboro andthissurroundingareaisthefastestgrowinglocaleinprettymuchallof SussexCounty.Werecognizethatit’s importantforpeopletohaveaccessto high-qualityemergentcare,”Tamsaid inJune.

Manyhealthcaresystemshave openedmoreofficesandservicesin Millsboro,butBeebeHealthcarehasreceivedStatepermissiontoopenafreestandingemergencydepartmentthere. ItwillbelocatedatSheepPenRoad

familiarwithStraughanEnvironmental,”astheyhadalreadycontractedwith themtoperformaResiliencyPlanning PrepProject.ThateffortentailedcollectionofaccuratemappingofGISdata relatingtothetown’sexistingstormwatermanagementandfloodprotection infrastructure.

“Thesematerialswillbeneededfor anyfutureengineeringdesignproject,” Magdeburgersaid.

InfrastructureCommitteeChairwomanSusanBrennansaidattheJune 27councilmeetingthat,whenthecommitteelearnedoftheBRICgrantelimination,membersworkedto“streamline” thetasksthatithadinitiallyhoped wouldbemadepossiblebythegrant funds.

CommitteememberTimLeahy,

andHardscrappleRoad,behindthe southwestloopoftheforthcomingU.S. Route113overpass.

TheBeebeteamenvisionsat96,000square-footbuilding,withemergency andurgentcareonthefirstfloor,and Beebepractitionersandofficesonthe secondandthirdfloors.Thegoalisnot tohavepatientssleepthereformultiple nights.AnEDcanholdsomeoneupto 24hours,butlongercareormoretraumaticmedicalincidentswouldalsorequireadedicatedhospital,suchasBeebe Healthcare’sflagshiphospitalinLewes. This isjustPhase1forthefacility,as thebuildingandparkinglotonlyfill

Brennansaid,“workeddiligentlywith StraughanEnvironmental”tocomeup withanewplan.

LeahysaidattheJune27meeting thatthedemonstrationprojectswould takeplacemostlyatbaysidestreetends and wouldhelpestablishwhattypesof mitigationprojectsworkbestinaparticulararea.

“Wewanttodemonstratedifferent solutions,”hesaid.

“Theideaiseducationforthelong term,fordecades,”hesaid.“Ifitworks onthestreetend,itcanworkonyour property.”

MagdeburgersaidtheTownneeds thescientificinputfromStraughanin

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abouthalfoftheparcel—sotheBeebe teamwillpartnerwiththecommunity todeterminetheneedforfuturebuildingsorlanduse.

InJune,theMillsboroTownCouncil grantedpreliminarysite-planapproval fortheoverallgrounds.Manypeopleattended,whethercuriousabouthavinga newmedicalfacilitynearby—orconcernedabouttheimpactofamedical facilityintheirbackyard.TheMillsboroTownCouncilwillreviewtheprojectagaininthefuture,asBeebewillbe requiredtopresentmoreprojectdetails inordertoreceivefinalsite-planapproval.

Curran,companyquestionTown’stransparency

BySusanCanfora StaffReporter

FormerOceanViewmayorWalter CurranandarepresentativefromAtlanticPromenade—thecompanythat ownsfourundevelopedparcelsat WoodlandandAtlanticavenues— plannedtobeatthisweek’sOcean ViewPlanning&ZoningCommissionmeetingandtoquestionthe Town’stransparencyconcerningordi-

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SanderlinsaidittooklongerthanexpectedtoapprovelicensestosellrecreationalmarijuanainDelawareandat shopslikeBestBuds,whoseowner couldnotbereachedforcommentthis week.Delaysincluded“anissuewiththe FBIthatisclearedupnow.”

HewasreferringtotheFBInotifyingtheStatethatitsreconsiderationrequestregardingcriminalbackground checkshadbeendenied,afterstateofficialshadworkedwiththeStateBureau ofIdentificationandtheDelawareDepartmentofJusticeto“secureanFBI servicecodetoconductthestatutorily requiredcriminalbackgroundchecksfor theadult-userecreationalmarijuana

nancestoregulatefast-foodrestaurants.

Thethreeordinanceswereonthe agendaforreviewatthemeeting,at4 p.m.onThursday,July17,atthetown hall,32WestAvenue.

RickLowrance,anAtlanticPromenadeadministrator,saidthereareno planstodeveloptheparcels—at7280AtlanticAvenue—atthistime,but thattherewasinterestfromDunkin’ forapossiblelocationforadoughnut shop.

market.”

TheFBIstatedthatTitle4ofthe DelawareCodehadtocontainlanguage identifyingcategoriesofthoserequired togetbackgroundchecks“toavoid overbreadth.”TheOfficetheCommissioneralsopostedthatitwouldwork withtheGeneralAssemblytodevelop legislationtosatisfytheFBI.

Sanderlinsaidmorethan1,200applicationswerereceivedinDelaware, and125applicants—chosenbylottery amongthosewhometqualifications— willreceiveconditionallicensestosetup businessesinvariousaspectsofthemarketandenterintocontracts.

Sanderlinsaidhewassurprisedat thehighnumberofapplications.

Morelicensescouldbeapprovedin thefuture.

“Wedon’thavetogobacktotheleg-

ADunkin’representative,hesaid, hadapproachedAtlanticPromenade aboutbuildingashopwithadrivethroughwindowthere,butwhenthe Dunkin’representativecontactedTown Hall,Lowrancesaid,“Thefolksat TownHall…rebuffedhimandsaid, ‘Thatwillneverhappen.’Thatiswhat weheard.Dunkin’thenfollowedwith usandsaid,‘TheTownwon’tallowit. We’renotgoingtochaseit,sowe’re out.’”

islature,butwewanttogeteverybody openandrunningfirstandseewhatthe demands looklike,soweareabouta yearoutfromansweringthat,”hesaid.

“Oncetheygetconditionallicenses, companieshave18monthstogetopen, andalotofthatissecuringproperties, zoningapproval,thosesortsofthings. …Somepeoplewillbebackintouch withusquickly,andsomewillbemore slowly,”hesaid.

Allowingthesaleofrecreational cannabisisa“majormilestoneinthe firststate’scannabislegalizationefforts,” accordingtotheOfficeoftheMarijuana Commissioner.

Theyexplainedthatbusinesseswith medicalmarijuanaconversionlicenses canstartsellingsubstancesforrecreationaluse,Aug.1,reflecting“thetirelesseffortsofourregulatoryteamand

“That’snottrue,”OceanView MayorJohnReddingtontoldthe CoastalPointthisweek,explaining thataDunkin’representativeconcernedabouttheproposedordinances —regardingdrive-throughs,signage andparking—hadsentalettertothe Town.

“Theyattendedameeting.We

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ourstrongpartnershipswithstateagencies,industrystakeholdersandcommunityleaders.”

Commentinginthenewsrelease, Gov.MattMeyersaidthenewindustry will“generatecriticalrevenueto strengthenourschools,infrastructure andpublichealthsystems,whilecreating realopportunitiesforentrepreneurs.”

“Thisrevenuealsogivesusapowerfultooltoinvestinthecommunities mostimpactedbythewarondrugs, addressingpastwrongsandensuring thatthebenefitsofthisnewmarket reacheverycornerofourstate.I’m proudwe’removingquicklyand thoughtfullytobuildacannabismarketthatreflectsourvaluesandexpands opportunityforeveryDelawarean,”the governorstated.

talkedtothem.Wetoldthemwhywe aredoingtheordinancesthewaywe aredoingit.Theyhadnoproblem aboutwhatwewantedtodo.Ithought wehadagoodrelationshipwiththe personfromDunkin’,”hesaid.

ReddingtonsaidtheTownwillwelcomefast-foodrestaurantsiftheystart opening,butintheinterestoffairness andtrafficcontrol,“Wedecidedtoput intoplaceordinances,andwelooked atalltheordinancespassedin Delawareandelsewheredealingwith fast-foodrestaurants,andcameup withwhatwethoughtwasgoodfor everybody.”

“Wehavenothingtohide,”Ocean ViewPlanningAdministratorKennethCiminosaid.

TheDunkin’representative“did cometous,”heconfirmed,“andinquiredaboutarestaurantwithadrivethrough.Wehavenosuchuseinour permitted-useschart,sowedecided thatweneededtobeabletoregulate suchusesasDunkin’andotherfast-

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ordertomoveforwardinthefuture withpotentialordinancechangestoaddressfloodingissues.

“Thisengineeringstudyisanecessaryprerequisitetodoinganything,”she saidattheJune27meeting.

A2016study,Magdeburgersaid, gavetheTownverybasicinformation thatconfirmedthatthereareflooding issues.

“Butnothingspecific,”shesaid, addingthatalaterresiliencystudygave abitmoreinformation.Now,theTown isaskingStraughanto“tellusexactly whatweneedtodoandhowdowedo it,”Magdeburgersaid.

foodrestaurants.So,wedraftedthree ordinances.

“Thatwillgiveussomethingto judgewhattheysubmittousintheir buildingplan,”Ciminosaid.“Otherwisewewouldhavenootherwayto judgetheirsubmittal,becausethere wasnothinginthecodefordrivethroughs.We’reactuallybendingover backwardtoletthemopen,”hesaid.

Ciminosaidit’snottruethat Dunkin’gaveuponopeninginOcean Viewandisinterestedinlandnearthe producestandonAtlanticAvenue.

Lowrancesaiditappearedtownofficialshaddraftedordinancesto “heavilyrestrictanykindofdrivethroughinOceanView,anditseemed likeitwastargetingjustourproperty.”

“Tous,thatseemedveryunfair.The Townhasarighttorestrict,butwhat seemedoutrageoustousandtrulyunfairwastargetingofoneproperty. Thatseemedgrosslyunfair,andthatis whywegotagitated.Wedidn’tthink theprocesswastransparentenough. Wethoughtitwaskindofsneaky. WaltCurranisbeinganadvocateof transparencyandforthrightness,and hehasbeenatremendousadvocate,”

Thescopeofworkforthenewprojectincludesdefiningengineeredmethodsofmitigation,recommending proposeddemonstrationprojects,developingconceptdesignsforthose projects,preparingfinaldesignplans withcostestimatesandpreparingbid documentsfordemonstrationprojects deemed“highpriority”bytheengineeringfirm.

Thedemonstrationprojectscouldbe doneonTownproperty,Brennansaid, withhopesthattheywouldleadtorecommendationsformitigationprojects “thatwewouldalsobeabletocreatea recipeforpeopletobeabletouseon theirownproperties.”

MagdeburgersaidtheTownhopesto seethefinalresiliencyplancompleted inabout18months.

hesaidoftheformermayor.

“Theytrifurcatedtheordinance intorestrictionsonparking,onthe drive-throughandonsignage,” Lowrancesaid.“Theoneonsignage I’mnotgoingtosaymuchabout,but asfarastheothertwo,Ibelieve… theywanttobasicallyundermineany efforttoputanykindofdrive-through anywhereinOceanView.Thatistheir right,butIthinktheyshouldbemore forthright.Theyshouldsay,‘Weare goingtobandrive-throughs,’butdon’t doitinasneakyway.

“Thereisaneedfortransparency. Wethinktherestrictionstheyputon there,ineffect,willprecludeanykind offast-fooddevelopmentanywherein town.Iftheyinsistondoingthis,why gothroughallthesemachinations? Justpassoneordinance.Theyare goingaroundtheblocktogetnext door.Iftheywanttobanit,justbanit. Don’tmakeitappearlike‘Weare beingfair.We’rebeingopen,’” Lowrancesaid.

“Wearenotdoinganything sneaky,”Reddingtoncountered.

“WhenweintroducedtheordinanceandWaltcommented,hemade

“TheComprehensiveEngineered MasterResiliencyPlanwillprovidethe toolsandinsightfortakingthenext stepsformitigatingbaysideflooding andplanningforresiliency,”shesaid. Residentscanlearnmoreaboutthe Town’splanstocombatbaysideflooding

suggestions,andwepulledtheordinance,reevaluatedit,changedsome thingsandputtogetheranewordinancethatwehadtoreintroduce.We havebeenopen,andwehaveanswered WaltCurran’smanyletters,andwe havehadopenmeetingspeoplecan cometo.Wedidn’tdoanythingunderhanded,”Reddingtonsaid.

HesaidtheTownisnotopposedto fast-foodrestaurantsandwantsthem toopenintown,aslongastheyare regulatedandtrafficisn’tbackedupon Route26orthereis“notaninordinate amountofnoise.”

“Thereareonlythreeorfourplaces theycouldopenintown,andpeople livebehindthoseareas,sowewantto besurethenoiseaspectistakencare of,thatlightingistakencareof,that accesstoRoute26istakencareof, thataccessdoesn’timpedetraffic.We arenotsayingwedon’twantfast-food restaurants.Wewouldbehappyto havethem,buttheyneedtofollowthe ordinance,”Reddingtonsaid.

Curransaidhe’sconcerned“the Townisdoingeverythingtheycanto

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andotherissuesatthethirdannual AchievingResiliencyforum,sponsored bytheInfrastructureCommittee,on Aug.21at1p.m.atFenwickIsland TownHall,800CoastalHighway.The presentationwillalsobeavailableonline viaZoom.

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SMSearnsTop10awardatTSAnationals

ByLauraWalter StaffReporter

TeacherChelinaTinglesaysherroboticsstudentsaren’tdeterredbyfailure —infact,they’remotivatedbyit.

“‘IknowIcanmakethiswork.’‘Ican dothis.’‘Icanfigurethisoutonmyown’ —that’sthekindofstudentstheyare,” Tinglesaid.“Inordertobeagoodengineer,youhaveto[beOK]withfailure, andevenmotivatedbyittosomedegree.”

ThatattitudehelpedherSelbyville MiddleSchoolstudentsLukeAntonioli, NoahBauerandIanWalkerearn fourthplaceintheU.S.attheNational TechnologyStudentAssociation(TSA) competitionthisJuly.Theywereamong

thehandfulofDelawareanstoearnTop 10finishesatthenationalconferencein Nashville,Tenn.

TSAhelpsmiddle-andhighschoolersdevelopleadership,STEM andworkforceskillsthroughavarietyof categories:coding,teaching,debate,extemporaneousspeech,biotechnology design,musicproduction,boardgame design, technologyproblemsolvingand more.

SMSbroughttheirroboticstraining totheSystemControlTechnology competition:“Theyhavetobuild,code andwriteinstructionsfortheirsolution [oncompetitionday].Forexample,at nationals,thestudents’promptwas somethingalongthelinesof‘attheairport,luggagehastobeweighedandcat-

egorizedbasedonthreedifferentcategories…createasystemthatsortsthe luggagebyweightintothreecategories using asfewhumaninteractionsaspossible,”Tingleexplained.

Theyalsohadtobuildaphysicalrig thatautomaticallysortedtheluggage (inthiscase,toyblocks).Teamswork independently,andcoachescannotassist.

“Thesestudents—Ian,Noahand Luke—firstofall…theydon’ttake themselvestooseriously,buttheywork welltogether,”Tinglesaid.“They’re persistent,andtheyknowwhenthey havegoodideasorwhentobackdown becausesomeoneelse’sideamightbe better.”

FivestudentsrepresentedSMSat

thenationalconference.EllieHallcompetedsingle-handedlyinChildren’s Stories.

“Ellieisanartistwithinherown right.Sheisextremelycreative,”Tingle said.“Hersisnoteworthybecauseshe gotsecondplaceinthestate,andthe projectwastowrite,illustrateandphysicallycreateachildren’sstoryabout makingfriendsinperson,andthebook hadtobeapopupbook.”

Itcanbeagroupcompetition,but, Tinglesaid,“Shedidhersallbyherself in twomonths.”

Studentsalsohavetofield-testthe bookonactualchildren.

“Shehadanentirelogofinformationanddocumentation.”

StudentSuraZiskayalsorepresented SMSasaconferenceattendee.Co-advisorsTingleandJonathan“Jon”Casto guidedthegrouptoNashville.They thankedtheSMScommunityforsupportingthestudents’endeavors.

“ThewholethingwithTSAis teachingstudents21st-centuryskillsof beingproblem-solvers,havinggood communication,whetheramongst themselvesoradults/othersinauthority —teachingthemtoreallyutilizeeverythingtheyuseintheclassroomandput itintopractice,”Tinglesaid.“Thereis somethingforeverychildtocompetein, fromtheartisticstudentstothosewho areverylogical,analyticalthinkers.”

“Overall,theexperiencewaswonderful,definitelyverybusy!”includingstate delegationmeetings,nationalofficer speeches,pintrading,workshops,watch competitions,meetingnewpeoplefrom acrossthecountryandsightseeingina famouscity.“Wedefinitelyexceededour 10,000stepsaday!”

Locally,SMSandIndianRiverHigh Schoolcontributedtotheroughly160 Delawarestudentsandthousandsof competitorsfromtheU.S.andabroad. NationalTSAalsohonoredseveral adultswhocontributetoDelaware’s TSAprogram,includingteacherGerald SheridanofIndianRiverHighSchool, aNationalHighSchoolChapterAdvisor ofExcellence.

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SalemChurchholdingblockpartyFriday

BySusanCanfora StaffReporter

ThecommunityiswelcometoattendSalemChurch’sfinaltwo2025 blockparties,from6to8p.m.onFriday,July18,andFriday,Aug.15,atthe church,at29W.ChurchStreetinSelbyville.

Hamburgers,hotdogs,macaroni salad,potatosaladandfruitwillbe availableatabuffet,freeofcharge,and theHometownCreameryicecream truckwillbetherefortheJuly18party, aswellasanenginefromtheSelbyville VolunteerFireCompanyandrepresen-

tativesfromcommunityorganizations, ChurchAdministratorJessicaSnader said.

RepresentativesoftheSelbyville HistoricalSocietywillbethere,aswill somefromtheSelbyvilleCommunity ClubandFenwickIslandLionsClub —allofferinginformationaboutactivitiesandresources.

Childrencangetfreebooksfrom SelbyvillePublicLibrarystaffmembers.

NewBeginningsProductionswill provideentertainmentasadultssocialize,andchildrenplay games,havetheir facespaintedandplayonawaterslide.

theordinances.

makeithardtobuildadrive-through restaurant.”

“TheTownwasgettingawayfrom whatIthinkIhelpedcreatewhenI wasmayor,whichwasamuchmore transparentattitudeofbetterpeople makingsuretheyfollowedtherules andbeingbusiness-friendlybutwithin thesphereofbusinesszoning,”hesaid.

Hesaidhehaswrittenletterstothe CoastalPoint,askedtownofficials questions,rebuttedtheirreasonsand showedthemtheimpracticalitiesof

“Thisisnotwhatothertowns aroundherearedoing.Theyareclearly targetingthisparticularspot.They said,‘No,wearedoingthisforthefuture,’butifyoulookatthelanguagein theordinance,youseethatisalotof hooey.Thereareonlythreeotherlots intownwherearestaurantcouldbe built,andoneofthemisownedbythe ChurchofChrist.Theywon’tsell.The othertwoarenotbigenoughfora drive-through,”Curransaid.

Curransaidtownofficialspulled theoriginalordinanceofftheP&Z docketandsaidtheyweregoingto

“Kidscanweartheirbathingsuits andbringtowels.Thisisabring-yourown-chairevent,andthereisnorain date.Inthepast,ifitrained,wemoved everythingindoors.Theblockparties originallystartedoutasicecreamsocialsonSundaysthatofferedseasonal fruiticecreamduringthesummer. Overtime,ithasevolvedtowhatitis now,”Snadersaid.

Nextmonth,TakeTwoVarietyBand withRussandDonnaMillerwillentertainattheblockparty.TheKonaIce truckwillbethere,childrenwillbeable toplayinabouncehouse,andorganizationswillagainbeprovidinginfor-

furtherreviewit.

“NowthereismoreB.S.and highlytechnicalcrap,whichmadeit prettyclearthisisnowawar.They werenotgoingtoallowarestaurant withadrive-through.…Theyhave everyrighttodothat,butstopplayingthesegames.Theyaregoingback towheneverybodyhatedeverybody inOceanViewandPlanning& Zoningwasscrewingeverybody over,”Curransaid.

Hesaidheplannedtobeatthe meetingonThursday,too—speaking sternlybutnotattackingordenigratinganybodybecause,hesaid,hehired

mation.

“It’sallfreetothepublicandopen toeveryone.Theseblockpartiesgetthe communitytogethertohaveoutreach, tohaveasafespaceforfamiliesand kidstocome,andforustobeableto givebackandhavecommunityorganizationsbeavailabletoletpeopleknow whatisavailableinSelbyville.Sometimespeopledon’trealizewhatisavailable.It’sagreatwaytoconnectwith otherorganizations,”Snadersaid. Donationswillbeacceptedbutare notrequired,shesaid.

“Wejustwanteveryonetocomeand haveagoodtime,”shesaid.

muchofthetownstaffwhileserving asmayor.

CiminosaidAtlanticPromenade hasnotapproachedtheTownconcerninguseofthepropertyatWoodland Avenue.Lowrancesaidthereareno planstodevelopatthistimebutabout 1.5acresofthefourparcelshavebeen cleared“becausepeopledon’thave muchimagination.”Anold,uninhabitablehousewasontheproperty,along withastoragebuildingandtrees,“We figuredeventually,whenitdoesget developed,allthatwouldhavetogo— soit’seasiertovisualizenow,”hesaid ofthepartialclearingoftheproperty.

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RaymondSproul,whoturns100yearsoldthisweek,isfrequentlyseenridingaroundhisneighborhoodnearSelbyvilleonhis newscooter.

ByKerinMagill StaffReporter

Asheturns100yearsoldthisweek, Selbyville-arearesidentRaymond Sproulsaidthekindnessandsupport ofhisfriendsandneighborshavekept himgoing.

That,andtwoBudweisersaday,he saidwithachuckle.

“Honey,youdon’tknow,”said Sproul—whosebirthdayisJuly20— abouttheimpacthiscloseknitneighborhoodandafriendslistthatseems aswideastheinternet.“Thesewonderful,wonderfulfriendsandneighbors,”fromthosewholivebesidehim intheMagnoliaShorescommunity alongsideDerricksonCreektoa womanwhohehasnevermet,only spokentoonthephoneandexchanged emailswith.

“Iliveinthemostwonderfulneighborhoodintheworld,”hesaid.“These are great,greatfolksinhere.”

SproulfirstcametoDelmarva,for work,in1968,checkingonhiscompany’sworkatanewcommunitynear OceanCity,Md.—nowthesprawling mini-cityofOceanPines.Hiscompanysuppliedequipmentfortheoriginalbulkheadsandlagoons.

Heandhislatewife,Florence,who passedawayin2017,movedtoMagnoliaShoresin1983.

Florencewas“theloveofmylife,” Sproulsaid.

Thetwoweremarriedfor40years.

“Sheleftmewithagoodfamily,”he said,includingastepdaughter,asonin-lawandagrandson.

Afterhisdogpassedaway about18monthsago,Sproul wasgivenanewpartner— hiscat,Cutie.

“Iwasonthecomputer lookingforanotherdog,and myneighborsintervenedand said,‘Ray,atyourage,acat wouldbeeasiertotakecare of.’”Theneighbor,Bob Buckler,andhisfamily foundthecat—arescue—forSproul, hesaid.

withhim.

Sproulsaidhehadthreesisters— onehaspassedaway,buttheothertwo arenowalsointheir90s.

“Sothere’ssomelongevity”inthe family,Bucklersaid.

Sproulisquiteadeptatusinga computer—alargedesktopunit gracesacornerofhishome—andhas spentquiteabitoftimeusingittoresearchhisancestryonline.

AsBucklerstoppedbyandimmediatelygottoworkfixingoneofSproul’s doors,Sproulsaid,“Heismykeeper.”

“Well,he’smykeeper,”Buckler quicklyresponded.“HeandIkeepan eyeoneachother.Hekeepsaneyeon allofus.”

“Andherecomesmyotherlove, Sue,”Sproulsaid,referringtoneighbor SueZiesler,whocameinandimmediatelystruckupateasingconversation

fromtheCoastGuardstation,put themdownonourship,andwetook themouttomeetthesub.

“Itwasabigceremony,”Sproulrecalled.“Wedidn’ttie-uporanything… butIsawthekidswhentheygotoff thatsubmarine.Theywereonlybabies!”hesaid.

Sproulalsorecalledbeingonthe deckoftheU.S.S.IowaonNov.2, 1947,watchingthefirstandonlyflight oftheSpruceGoose,theH-4Hercules wooden“flyingboat”builtbyHoward Hughes.“Mybrother-in-lawwason theTopeka,andIwasaboardthe Iowa,”fortheevent,hesaid.

MovingtoDelaware,Sproulsaid, “wasthegreatestmoveIevermadein mylife,otherthanmarryingmywife.”

HealsolaudedtheVeteransAdministrationfortheserviceshehasreceived—particularlyinrecentyears. Hesaidhisdoctorrecentlyaskedhim whathascontributedtohislonglife.

“Budweiser,”hereplied.

“Hesaid,whenthebeerrunsout,he runsout.So,everyonceinawhile,we bringhimcasesofbeer!”Zieslersaid withalaugh.

Bucklersaidheisimpressedwith Sproul’sabilitytoliveindependentlyat hisage.

“Youneedtoknowwhathedoes, here.Hetriestoclean—whichis morethanIdoatmyownhouse.He cooksallhismeals.Hedoeshisown wash.Hecutshisgrass—hegoesfast —it’sabigdustbowleverytimehe doesthat,”Bucklersaid,whileZiesler laughed.“Hedoesallthatstuff,and he’sinawheelchair,”Bucklersaid.

“Goodgenes,”Ziesler said.

AnativeofBaltimore’s Hampdenneighborhood, Sproulsaidhetriedtoenlist intheU.S.Navyat16—on Dec.7,1941,thedayofthe JapaneseattackonPearl Harbor.

“Buttheywouldn’ttake meuntilIwas17.Ipassed allthetestsandeverything.Theygave meallthepaperworktotakehometo myparentstosign.Theysaid,‘YoubelongtotheNavy—theArmycan’t touchyounow.’”

So,at17,Sproulsaid,“Iwas shippedofftoGreatLakes,toIllinois.” HethenwassenttoKeyWestto serveaboarda“subchaser.”

SproulwasattheCoastGuardstationinCapeMay,N.J.,onMay14, 1945,aspartofaminesweepingoperationinthebay.

“Weheard ontheradio,”hesaid, thataGermanU-boathadsurrendered andwasbeingbroughttoFortMiles, nowpartofCapeHenlopenState Park.“Wetookabunchofofficers

Sproulsaidthatafterheofficially “retired”fromhiscareer—whichincludedworkingforH&HPoultryin Selbyville,ShoreTruck&AutoSales inFrankfordandChampionMotor Graders—hewasapproachedbyhis neighbor,JeffMumford,thenownerof Warren’sStationrestaurantinFenwick Island.

“Comeondowntotherestaurant, we’llfindyousomethingtodo,”Mumfordsaid.

Thatledtoa10-yearstintslicing roastedturkeys.

“Icutsix30-poundturkeysevery day,”hesaidofthatjob.“Theywere thegreatestpeopleintheworldto workfor.”

Reflectingonhisupcomingbirthday,SproulsaidtheVA“sentapsychologistdownhere,becausethenurse wasconcernedthatIhadsomeconcernsaboutturning100.Whenheleft, hewastalkingtohimself,”Sproulsaid, laughing.

Friendsandfamilyareplanninga centennialbirthdaypartyonSaturday, July19,attheAmericanLegionpost inMillsboro,Sproulsaid.Atlastcount, nearly100peoplewereplanningtoattend.

Sproul

FrankfordPublicLibraryExecutiveDirectorBonnieElliottstandsamongthenewplantingsdonatedbyagroupofvolunteers fromaDagsboroneighborhood.Thegrouphassprucedupbedsallaroundthelibrarygrounds,addingdonatedmulchand plants, somefromtheirowngardens.

Localresidentsget togethertohelpout belovedinstitution

ByKerinMagill StaffReporter

Whenahard-workingcommunitylibraryneedsalittlesprucing upontheoutside,generallythat’s prettylowonthelistofthingsthat thestaffandvolunteersneedtoaddressdaily.

Thatwascertainlytrueofthe FrankfordPublicLibrary—thatis, untilafewweeksago,whenagroup oflocalresidentssteppedup,with shovelsinhand.

Thegroup,allneighborsinDagsboro,wasledbyLoriLentowski,who

volunteersattheFrankfordlibrary andhasafront-rowseattohowmuch thestaffandvolunteershaveontheir plates.

“IgothereeveryThursdayfor gamegroup,”Lentowskisaid.

Whenshesawthat“thelandscapingwaslookingalittleneglected” and,further,learnedthattheFrankfordlibrarydoesnotbelongtothe SussexCountylibrarysystemand thereforedoesnothavefullaccessto Countyresources,shedecidedto helpout.

Althoughindependentlibraries, suchastheoneinFrankford,receivesomefundingfromSussex CountyandfromtheStateof Delaware,theymustraisemorethan halfoftheirannualoperatingfunds throughgrants,donationsand fundraisingevents.

Withagroupofabout14neighborsworkingontheproject,she said,thelibrary’slandscapinggota majorrefresh,withnewplantings andagenerousbaseofnewmulch.

“Weweeded,gotsomenew plants—someweredonatedfrom neighbor’syardsandsomewere bought,”Lentowskisaid.

“Wearethrilledthatagroup lookedatusanddecidedtheywere goingtospendtheirmoneyand, moreimportantly,theirenergy,”to helpgivethelibrary’sgroundsnew life,libraryExecutiveDirectorBonnieElliottsaid.

“It’sphenomenal,”Elliottsaidof thedifferencethatweedingthebeds andaddingnewplantsandmulch hasmade.“Ifyoulookatthefront, youcantellhowdifferentitis,”she said.

Thegroupstillhassomeworkto finishupinthebedssurrounding thelibrary.Afterthat’sdone,they haveagreedtomaintainthegardens andkeepthemwatered.

“Wehavebeenextremelyblessed” bymembersofthecommunity,such astheDagsboroneighborgroup, whoseeaneedandoffertohelp, Elliottsaid.

“Wearetryingtomeettheneeds ofthecommunitytothebestofour ability,”shesaid,urgingothercommunitymemberstoconsidernew waystomeetthoseneeds.“Ifyou thinkthereissomethingwecando, bringittous,”shesaid.

Elliottalsosaidthelibrarywelcomesnewideasregardingfundraisingandgrantsthatmightbe available.

“Fundingistight,”shesaid. “We’reconstantlygrant-writingand lookingfordonations.

“Partnerships”liketheonewith theDagsborogardeners“aresoimportanttous,”shecontinued.She saidsheisluckytohaveadedicated staffwhoarealwaysstrivingto makethelibrarybetter.Work,for thelibrarystaff,“doesn’tjustend w henthedoorsclose,”shesaid.“We thinkaboutthings,constantly.The libraryistryingveryhardtobeat theforefront.”

Summerisalwaysabusytimefor thelibrary,whichoffersafullslate ofprogrammingforallageseach week.

Thissummer,thelibraryishostingamobilehealthunitfromLa RedHealthCenterinGeorgetown, whichoffersavarietyofscreenings andtests.

Thelibraryisalsopartnering withCommunityLutheranChurch onafoodprogramthatoffers snack-typefoodsforchildren.Allof thatisinadditiontothesummer readingprogram,regularclubsand activities,andmanyspecialevents. FormoreinformationonprogrammingattheFrankfordPublic Library,goto www.frankford.lib.de.usorvisitthe FrankfordPublicLibraryFacebook page.

SussexCountytapsJeffreyAllenforP&Zseat

SussexCounty’sPlanning&Zoning Commissionhasanewvoice.TheSussexCountyCouncil,atitsTuesday,July 15,meeting,appointedJeffreyG.Allen ofLaureltoaseatonthefive-member panel—acouncil-appointedbodythat reviewsandgivesconsiderationtoward subdivisionapplicationsandother land-userequests.Theappointment willtakeeffectAug.1andlastthrough June2028,whenthethree-yearterm

ends. Allen,aretiredinsuranceclaims manager,isnewtoCountygovernment, butnottheworldoflocalpublicservice.HewaselectedtotheLaurel SchoolDistrict’sboardofeducation, servingasvicepresidentfortwoyears ofhisfive-yeartenure.Allensaidheis lookingforwardtoexpandinghisservicetoCountygovernment,aszoning andland-userulesaffectallresidents

andlandowners.

CountyCouncilmanMattLloyd nominatedAllentofilltheseatformerlyheldbyRobertC.Wheatley, whosethree-yeartermexpiredJune30, butremainedon thecommissionto closeoutseveralpendingmatters awaitingactionfromthebody.Lloyd, whowasswornintoofficeinJanuary, thankedWheatleyforhis30yearsof servicetotheCounty—nearlyhalfof

thataschairmanofthecommission— butsaidthetimingseemedrightto bringafreshperspectivetothe County’sland-useprocess.

“I’mgratefulforBobWheatley’s yearsofsteadyleadership,”Lloydsaid. “WithSussexCountyataturning point,JeffAllenbringsaneededshift inperspectiveandastrongrecordof publicservice.Ilookforwardtoworkingwithhim.”

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Outsideoftraffic,rainandmoretraffic,thehottesttopicof discussionintheareathesepastfewmonthshasbeenschool funding.

Emotionshaveragedovertwofailedreferendumattemptsby theIndianRiverSchoolDistrict(IRSD),andthesubsequentdecisionbytheDistricttoutilizetheirState-givenrighttohike taxes.Throughouttheprocess,wehaveseensomemisunderstandingsoverhowschoolsarefundedinthestate,aswellassomeflatoutincorrectinformationflyingaroundsocialmedia.Asisthe caseinmosteverytopicofdiscussioninthisgreatnationoverthe pastseveralyears,disagreementshavegottennasty—and,often, disgusting.

Ontheotherhand,thedialoguehasalsobeenencouraging,as hugeportionsofourlocalcitizenryhaveweighedinontheirfeelingsonthematter.Itisterrifictohaveengagementonissuesof importanceinourcommunityand,regardlessofhowonefeelson anytopicofnote,it’sgoodtohearwell-reasonedargumentsfrom the otherside,asopposedtosittinginanechochamberofpeople

onlyparrotingonesideortheother.

“Well-reasoned”beingthekeyphrasethere. Ofcourse,there’sanotherwaytohelpsolvethisriddlethat doesn’tinvolveyellingthingsatyourneighborsonFacebook. Thosewithstrongfeelingsandinsightcangetdirectlyinvolvedin findingsolutions,astheIRSDrecentlyannouncedthatthereare severalvacanciesonitsCitizensBudgetOversightCommittee.

The committee,accordingtotheDistrict,wascreatedtoprovidetransparencytothegeneralpublic,andtoprovideanavenue forcitizenstohaveinputintheprocess.Itiscomposedofthe District’ssuperintendentanddirectoroffinance,and10citizens ofthedistrict,andcarriedastwo-yearterm,“withanoptionto continueservinguptothreeadditionaltwo-yeartermsatthediscretionoftheIndianRiverBoardofEducation.”Theymeetat leastquarterly,andwillmakerecommendationsonfinancialmatters.

ApplicantsmustsubmittheirintentionsbyAug.1.Formore information,visitirsd.net.

Cannabissalesshouldbecontrolled,notbanned Thereisawaytohelptheschooldistrict

Idon’twantapotstorenextdoortomyhouse.

Regardlessofyourfeelingsonmarijuana,andtheinstitutionalizedlegalizationofitthatistranspiringacrossthesefruitedplains, youprobablydon’twantapotstorenexttoyourhouse,either.Or theschool.Youmostlikelydon’twantonethere,either,right?I’m withyou.Wedonotwantpotstoresnexttotheschools.

Oh,anddrivingundertheinfluenceofmarijuana.I’mpretty suremostofusareinagreementthatdrivingundertheinfluence ofcannabis—oralcoholorpainkillersorNyquil,forthatmatter —isano-gointhestrictestofterms.In fact,thethingthathasgivenmethemost anxietyregardingthiswaveoflegalization istheassumedincreaseofpot-smoking driverstotheroadsIusetotakemy daughterfromPointAtoPointB.

Point of No Return

day’s—potentiallyexacerbatinganyfutureproblems. Allofthatstuffisveryreal.

And,youknowwhat?Potentialpitfallssurroundanynumberof itemswehavelongheldlegalandembracedasaculture.Alcohol carriesphysicalriskstoourliver,heart,pancreasandbrain,impacts ourmentalhealth,increasesourrisksofcancerandcausesusto standonabaroutsideCampLejeuneandtrytoleadasing-along of“DannyBoy”witharoomfullofintoxicatedMarinesand sailors.

No?Justme?

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“Idrivebetterwithalittlebuzz—I’m morecautious,”somepeoplesay.No.No, youdon’t.Infact,ifyou’redrivingunder theinfluenceofmarijuana,chancesareyou’regoing20milesper hourbelowthelimitandaretoobusysuckingCheetodustoff yourfingerstopayattentiontotheroads,ifyou’renotdriftingout ofyourlaneandintooncomingtraffic.

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Now,tobefair,Ialsodon’twantliquorstoresnextdoortomy houseoraschool,andIdonotwantpeopledrivingourroadswith acoupleofbeltsinthem.Thesearecommon-senseissues,right? I’mguessingmostofusareinagreementwiththesethings.

And,look,attheendoftheday,Igobackandforthonthe issueoflegalizingitforrecreationaluseforadultsbut,accordingto thepollsI’vecomeacross,anywherefrom60to70percentof Delawareansareinfavorofit.Nationalpolls,ifyou’rewondering, showabout70percentinfavor,accordingtoGallup.

Itisaninterestingissue,andnotwithoutstrongargumentsfor bothsides.Therearehealthproblemsassociatedwithcannabisuse, evenifpeopletrytodownplaythem.Medicalexpertshavestated thatitcancauseelevatedheartrate,whichcanbedangerousto peoplewithheartconditions,aswellasissueswithvascularfunction,mental-healthproblemsandrespiratoryissuesforthosewho smoketheproduct.Inaddition,researchersagreethatitcancause impairedbraindevelopmentinusers25andyounger,andthe strongerTHClevelsintoday’smarijuanaisnotthesameasyester-

Well,howaboutsmoking?Though we’vecertainlyseenthoseratesdropas moreinformationhasbecomeavailable, smokinghasproventobelinkedtomore than20kindsofcancer,heartandlung disease,reproductionissuesandsmelly, stinkyjacketsthatoffendnearlyeverybody outsideoftheindividualwhoiswearingit atthetimeand...

ButIdigress.

Oh,andifwe’rebeingtotallyhonesthere,let’stalkfastand processedfood.They’relinkedtoobesity,canceranddiabetes.

Dangersareeverywhere,andtopretendtheyareworsein cannabisthaninalcohol,cigarettesandBigMacsisdelusionalat best.Thefactofthematteristhatthepreponderanceofthepeople ofDelawaregenerallywantit,thelegislatorsinDovervotedforit andthegovernorsigneditintolaw.Thatdoesn’tmeanit’s100percentsafeorthatpotshopsshouldbeopeningoneverycorner, mindyou.Butitshouldmeansomething.

Itshouldbecontrolled,andthatiswhyweelectpeopletomake decisionsinourtownsandcounties.Wewantthemtokeepthese storesoutofresidentialneighborhoodsandnotnearourschools andchurches.Wedon’tneedthemtoentirelybanthesalesof somethingthathasgonethroughthelegalprocess.Weneedthem tocontrolitandkeepourcitizenssafe.

IequateitwiththeStateoverridingSussexCountyCouncil’s voteregardingthewindsubstationforU.S.Wind.Nomatterhow youfellonthatargument,itshouldatleastcauseconcernthatit couldhappen.

Thisoneshould,too.Thewillofthepeoplemustmatter.

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Noonelikeschange.

ButoneofthethingsthatIhave learnedinthenewspaperbusiness,havingworkedformorethan20different CEOsin43years,isthereisalways goingtobechangeandthosewhocan adapttochangearegoingtobetheones whowillsurvive.Thesamethingalso goesforliving69yearsinaresortcommunity.Theonethingthatwillalways bethesameisthattherewillalwaysbe change.

OneofmyfavoriteCEOswasavery Southerngentleman.EveryWednesday, themanagersoftheweeklieswould drivetoSalisburyforamanagersmeet-

ing.Witheachnewbosswouldcome change,andsometimeslotsofit.Wheneveroneof themanagers wouldcomplainormoan andgroan about changes,he wouldlookat allofusvery seriouslyand say,“Nobodylikeschangebutawet baby.”IbetIheardthatline50times. OnThursdaynightoflastweek,I headedoutduringatorrentialdownpour

toFreemanStagetoseeBuddyGuy.My yardwastotallyunderwater,butthe radarshowed thatitwas prettyclear overbyRoute 54,sooffI went.

Afterthe show,IrealizedthatIdid notreallyeat dinner,soIdecidedtohittheMcDonald’sdrive-throughonthewayhome. Anysodaaficionadowilltellyouthat thereisnothingbetterthanaMcDonald’sCoke.Theonlythingevencloseto itisaMexicanCoke,becausetheyare stillmadewithrealsugarinsteadofhigh fructosecornsyrup.WhatmakesaMcDonald’sCokesogoodisthewayitis stored,howtheyfilterthewaterandat whattemperaturetheykeepthesoda.

Theyalsouseabiggerstrawthan mostplaces.

Igothroughthedrive-through,grabbingaburgerandthecoke.Thegirl handsmemydrink,andguesswhat comeswithit?Apaperstraw…OK, now—whatisthis?AsIsaidbefore,I amprettyadaptabletochange,but sorry….Thisisnotacceptable.Igiveita try,andasItakethefirstdelicioussip, thepaperstrawstickstomylip.Nope— sorry,thisjustwon’tdo.

Asfarbackas2017,thePlasticFree Delawareinitiativestarted.Thefirst phasewastostopplasticbagsin Delaware.Sincethen,eatingestablishmentswereaskedtoonlygiveoutstraws whenrequested,andtousebiodegradableones.Somedid,butmanydidn’t.

Aboutayearandahalfago,SenateBill 51waspassed,whichsaidthat,asofJuly 1,2025,eatingestablishmentscan’tdistributesingle-serviceplasticstrawswithoutthecustomerrequestingonefirst, amongotherthingsthatIwillnotgo intoatthistime.Thiscolumnispurely aboutstraws.

Gottostoptypingnow,asImust orderstraws.Justrememberedthatitis AmazonPrimeweek,andImightsavea dollaronmystraworder.

OK—Iamback,andthestrawsare ordered.Icouldn’tdecideifIwanted metalreusablestrawsorsilicone,soIorderedbothkindstokeepinthecar,at theofficeandinmypurse.Remember, theywereonsale.Oh,Icouldhaveorderedaboxof100plasticstraws,butI needtostaycompliant.Iwon’tberesponsibleforaseaturtlesufferingbecauseofaplasticstrawstuckinitsnose. Notonmywatch.Weloveourturtles aroundhere.Yes,Ihavebeenknownto stoponRoute1andassistaturtleacross theroad.

CoastalClean-upstatsfrom2017 showedthat1,953plasticstrawswere pickeduponourbeachesduringthe four-hourclean-up.Aftertherequest wasmadeforrestaurantstoonlygiveout strawswhenrequestedbythecustomer, theamountfoundatthenextclean-up actuallyincreased—2,738plasticstraws werepickedupatthe2018event.

So,bytomorrow,Iwillhavemynew straws,andIcanbeginexperimenting withwhichdrinkstastebetterwith metalorsilicone.Rumandcoke?Iam guessingmetal.Milkshake?Iamthinkingsilicone.

Havestraw,willtravel.

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Readerhasthoughts onIRSDtaxincreases

Editor:

TheJuly11editionoftheCoastal Pointannouncedabackdoortaxincreaseafterresidentsrejectedareferendumtoincreasetaxesforasecondtime inlessthan60days.

BoardMemberGeraldPedenis quotedassaying:“Weneedtodoabetterjobfindingoutwhytheyaresaying no…andwe’llchangethoseno’sinto yeses.”Icangiveinsightregardingthis vexingpuzzle.

First,theDistrictneverstartsany discussionwiththeonlygoalofany schooldistrict:toeducatestudentstobe competentinsubjectstheyaretaught. Atpresent,only32percentofstudents aredoingmathatgradelevel,and44 percentarereadingatgrade.Ifpassing gradesonschooltestsare60percent, whatgradewouldtheDistrictgiveitself?Nearly1in5studentsdonot graduate.

Second,theDistrictalwaysbegins

theconversationwithwaystoprymore moneyfromtaxpayers.Ireadthatthe Districthasaround10,000studentsand 1,000 employees.Thistranslatestoa ratioof10studentsto1employee.This seemstobeaveryhealthyratio,andbecauseresultsaresopoor,thereasonmay bethattherearetoomanyadministrators,assistants,counselors,etc.,thatare notimprovingtheeducationofstudents.

InthestateofDelaware,teachers havethesixth-highestpaylevelsinthe country,andeducationranks46th.Obviously,throwingmoremoneyatthe problemofpooreducationisnotworking,andtherefore,wringingmore moneyfromtaxpayersisnotthesolution.

Third,IbelievethatDistrictcosts aresignificantlyincreasedbythecostof educatingthestudentsofillegalaliens. Apparently,theDistrictcannotaskthe legalstatusofastudent,butproviding languageprogramsandotherservices forthesekidsaddssignificantlytocosts abovethoseofnative-bornchildren.

Fourth,poorteacherperformanceis protectedbyteachers’unions.Ateacher who isfailingtheirstudentshasjobsecuritythroughtenure.Studentperformancewouldincreasesignificantlyifbad teacherswereweededout.“Retention” ofsuchteachersistheproblem,notthe solution.

Fifth,publicschoolshaveamonopolyontheeducationsystem.Parents whochoosetosacrificefortheirchildrencanaccessprivateschools,which producebetterstudentresults.Ifpublic schoolswereforcedtocompetewith privateschools,thequalityofpubliceducationwouldincrease.

Sixth,thecryformorefundsispuzzling,becauseveryexpensivesecond homesarebeingconstructedbythe thousandsandmostownershaveno childreninIRSD.Whereisthenew revenuegoing?

ReportsofmisappropriationofDistrictfundsgreatlydamagesthecredibilityoftheDistrict.IftheDistrictcannot betrustedtousepasttaxeswithout fraud,whyshoulditbetrustedwith more?

Giventheseproblems,theDistrict shouldaskwhyanyonewouldvoteto increasetaxes,ratherthanwhytheydo not.TheDistricthasalotofworktodo beforeitearnsmysupportforthrowing moremoneydownthedrainforsuch poorresults.

EdMontz Frankford

Reader:Noconstruction insummermonths

Editor:

MostDelawarebeachtownshave limitsonconstructionfromMemorial DaytoLaborDay,typicallyprohibitingworkonweekendsandholidays,

andlimitingweekdayworktobetween 8a.m.and5p.m.Butthesetowns shouldconsidertheordinanceRehobothBeachhasenacted,which completelyprohibitsmajorconstructionduringthesummerseason.

Mostofourbeachtowns,Rehobothincluded,arecharacterizedby narrowstreetsandsmallhousinglots. Asaresult,houseconstructioncanbe amajordisruption,notonlytoneighboringhomesbuttotheentireblock, aslargetrucksandmultiplesuppliers andworkerstravelbackandforth,and searchforunavailableparkingaggravatedbysummertrafficandlarge numbersofresidents.Inmytownof SouthBethany,manyhomesareon canals,andthesoundsofhammering, drillingandcuttingcantravelmultipleblocks.

Limitingmajorconstruction— suchasdemolition,pile-driving,concretepouringandfoundation-setting —tooff-seasonmonthswouldeliminatethemostnoisyparts.Contractors couldusesummermonthsforlessdisruptiveinsidework,havingsetthe frameworkuppriortothesummer season.

Manyoftheoriginalconstruction ordinanceswereadopteddecadesago. Sincethen,mostoftheopenparcels oflandhavebeendeveloped,meaning constructionofonehouseisboundto impactmanyotherexistinghomes. Also,moreconstructioninvolves “knockdowns,”whichareespecially noisy,asexistinghomesanddebris mustbetakendownandremoved priortoanewhomebeingbuilt,doublingthenoiseandcongestion.

Overthepastdecades,thesizesof homeshavedoubledand,insome

PeachcelebrationplannedatHLFMSaturday

TheHistoricLewesFarmersMarketissetfor8a.m.tonoononSaturday,July19,atGeorgeH.P.SmithPark inLewes,andthisweekwillfeaturea peachdessertdemonstration.

At10a.m.inthedemotents,it’sall aboutpeaches,whenHenryBennett— asixth-generationfarmerfromBennett Orchardstalksaboutwhatittakesto growBennettpeaches.Then,pastry chefDruTevisandChaseCline— ownersofthenewBrûléBakery— willtakethosepeachesandmakea peachy dessert:caramelvanillabean pannacottawithfreshBennett peaches.

AtthemarketthisSaturday,35local farmersandproducerswillbringcantaloupeandwatermelon,sweetcorn, peaches,heirloomtomatoes,cherry tomatoes,cucumbers,zucchini,summer squash,peppers,carrots,potatoes,lettuces,kale,spinach,arugula,beets, radishes,oysters,livecrabs,handpickedcrabmeat,grass-fedchicken, lamb,beef,pork,honey,jams,mushrooms,freshly-laideggs,coffeedrinks,

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cases,tripled,onthesame-sizedlots, causingcontractorstohavetospread tothelot’slimitandevenadjourning

kombucha,cold-pressedjuices,freshbakedbreads,pastriesmadewithfruit frommarketfarmers,gluten-freeofferings,apple-ciderdoughnuts,herb,veggieandflowerplants,cut-flower bouquetsandmore.

TheHLFMWednesdayMarket continueseveryWednesdayfrom8to 11:30a.m.throughSept.3.Customers willfindfreshlocalfruits,vegetables, meats,eggs,bakedgoodsandflowers from14farmersandproducersatthe CrookedHammockBreweryparking lot,36707CrookedHammockWay.

TheHLFMhastwoeventscoming upattheSaturdayMarketatGeorge H.P.SmithPark.

OnSaturday,Aug.2,theHLFM willholditsannualTomatoFestival, whereeveryonecanbringtheirlargest home-growntomatoesfortheBiggest TomatoattheMarketcontest,enter theGuesstheNumberofTomatoesin theJarcontestforaprizefortheclosestguess,a10a.m.demonstrationfrom chefBillCliftonofLewesYachtClub andmore.

properties.Nowondersomanyhomes nowhaveropesacrosstheirdriveways. Asdevelopmentaroundthebeach townsincreases,withcornfieldsbeing convertedtocomplexes,morecarsare travelingtoandthroughbeachtowns

OnSaturday,Aug.16,KidsDayat theMarketreturnswithaspecialChildren’sStorytime,hands-onkid’sactivitiesandcrafts,gamesthroughoutthe market,andprizesincludingpicture booksdonatedbyTheNatureGeneration.

TheHLFMSummerRafflecontinuesthiscelebratory20thmarketseason.Julybringschancesforcustomers towintheSummerFunActivities Bundle—containingticketsandgift cardsfortheCapeMay-LewesFerry, CapeWaterTours,CinemaArtTheater,MiltonTheaterandmore —as wellastheLet’sDoLunchRestaurant GiftCards,includingBigChill, CrookedHammock,IrishEyes,Patty’s Deli,Pig&Publican,Rose&Crown, StationonKings,StickyRiceand StriperBites..

Customerswillalsohavethefull Raffleseasontopurchaseticketstowin aLewesOysterHouse3-Course

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inseason.Givensomanypeopleleave afterMemorialDay,itseemsafair compromiseforbuilderstowaittill thentostarttheirmajorprojects. Joseph P.Petito SouthBethany

SalemChurchtoofferfreeWednesdaymeals

BySusanCanfora StaffReporter

BeginningonSept.3,don’tworry aboutcookingonWednesdaynightsbecauseSalemChurchinSelbyvillewillbe welcominggueststothefreeOpenTable from5to7p.m.everyweek,continuing throughMay2026.

andseeingwhattheyneed.Iftheyare lookingforachurch,theycancertainly cometoourservices.Wereallydotryto helpeveryonewecomeincontactwith,” Snadersaid.

ThechurchhadaMealsforMinistry program,andSnader’shusband,Selbyville TownCouncilmanChrisSnader,“felt calledandwantedtofeedmorepeople,” shesaid.

“Thisisaministryinitself.Wewant youtocomeifyouneedamealorifyou needsomethingelse,oryoujustwantthat fellowship—tositdownandtalkto somebody.It’ssowonderfultoseewhen peoplecomeinat5o’clock,wealready havealine.Wesetuproundtableswith eightchairs,andeachtableisfull.Usually, 100peoplecome,andwehavecarryoutas well,”shesaid.

“Thereisaneedtofeedpeople— bothforpeoplethatneedameal,andalso thereistheministryaspectofit.You’ll findalotofpeopleinthekitchen,with allofthemworkingtogetherandhaving aministrythatisn’tavailabletoalotof people,”ChurchAdministratorJessica Snadersaid.

“Wewanttogivepeopleasafeplace toeat,tohavefellowshipwithothers. Thereisprayerbeforethemeal,butwe don’thaveachurchservice.Wehavepeoplecomefromallover.Theydrivedown fromRehobothBeach,”shesaid,adding thatdonationsareacceptedbutnotrequiredandnooneisaskedabouttheir circumstancesorforproofofincome.

“Andifthereisanadditionalneed,we wanttofillit.Partoftheoutreachis meetingnewpeopleandtalkingtothem

Peaches

Chef’sTastingwithWinePairingfor 6-8attheLOHChef’sTable,awater-

Menuselectionsvaryandonthefirst Wednesdaywillincludeporktenderloin withmacaroni-and-cheese,greenbeans, salad,dessertandabeverage.OnthesecondWednesday,therewillbelasagnaalfredowithchicken,Italianweddingsoup, bread,salad,dessertandabeverage. Chicken-and-dumplings,mashedpotatoes,gravy,salad,dessertandabeverage areonthemenuforthethirdWednesday, andchicken,bakedbeans,coleslaw,salad, dessertandabeverageareplannedforthe fourthWednesday,Snadersaid,adding thatvegetarianscaneatthesidedishes, suchasdumplings,macaroni-and-cheese, greenbeans,salad,breadanddesserts.

“Thereisneed.Wewanttotrytofill whateverwecan.Weareacommunitybasedchurch,”Snadersaid.

colorpaintingof“ChickenManatthe Market”byAnneBuck,andablueberry-themedquiltbyLaurie Sieminski.Ticketsareonsaleatthe SaturdayMarket,$5perticket$25for

“Wewelcomeeveryone.Comeand talktoaneighbor.Makeanewfriends. Ifyoucomeback,you’llseesomeofthe samefaces,thennewfaces.Youwillsee farmers,mechanics,peoplewhoattend ourchurch,somepeoplefromthe schooldistrict,familiesinthearea.It’s justgreatthattherearepeoplewho comeoutandhavethattimetogether,” Snadersaid.

“Wealsohaveafoodpantry,theSharingShed.Weknowthereisaneed,becauseourSharingShedisoftenempty.A couplerunsit,andtheyputfoodoutand it’sempty.Therearepeopleinthecommunitywhodropofffood,andwereally appreciatethat,”shesaid.

Todonate,callthechurchat(302) 436-8412.

sixtickets.Allproceedsgotothe HLFMfarmersupportandfoodaccess programs.

Children’sStorytimeattheMarket iseverySaturdayat10a.m.underthe yellowtentasallchildrenandtheir adultscanenjoylisteningtobooks aboutfarming,gardeningandhealthy eatingreadbymarketvolunteers.

ThecircleinfrontoftheFred ThomasBuildingatthefootof Dupontwillbeopenforaccessible drop-offandpick-up,withsomespots availableforaccessibleparkingonly. WiththenewsidewalkstoGeorge H.P.SmithPark,thebestplacecustomerscanparkisatthemainparking lotattheLewesElementarySchool (wherethemarketmovesifitrains)at 820SavannahRoad,withjustashort walkdownthepathtothemarket. BeebeHealthcare alsoallowsmarket customerstoparkinitsoutsideparkinglot.

ThemarketacceptsSNAP,WIC andSFMNPbenefits,andcontinuesto matchSNAPupto$20permarket, percustomer.GototheSNAPtentto processSNAP/EBT.

TheHLFMcontinuesitsFood PantryPurchaseProgram.HLFMcustomerswhowanttohelpfeedthelocal communitymaypurchaselocalproduce,meatandotherfoodfromgrowersatthemarkettodonatetothis programeverySaturday.Attheendof themarket,theproduceandother foodsaregatheredandgiventofood pantriesincludingEpworthandCasa SanFrancisco. Formoreinformation,including marketmapsandvendorlistings,goto www.HistoricLewesFarmersMarket.or g.

SouthBethanyofficials totakealookatcabanas

BySusanCanfora StaffReporter

DespiteobjectionsfromMayorEdie Dondero,theSouthBethanyTown CouncilwillasktheTown’sCharter& CodeCommitteetoreviewwhatsize cabanas,ortents,shouldbeallowedon thebeach.

Tents—discussedduringtheFriday, July11,councilmeeting—weresituatedonthebeachduringtheFourthof Julyweekend,whenthebeachisparticularlycrowded,CouncilmanBob Shieldssaid,addingthatthey“occupya lotofspaceonthebeachandoftendon’t haveanybodysittingunderthem.”

Hesuggestednotallowinglarge tentsthathaveanchoringmechanisms thatstretchoutonthesidesandonly permittingsmalltents.

HesaidtheTownofBethanyBeach doesn’tallowstructuresexceptumbrellas andFenwickIslandonlyallows10-footby-10-foottentswithallanchoringdevicescontainedinsidethefootprint.After recentchangesinitsbeachrules,Ocean City,Md.,allows10-foot-by-10-foot tentsandonlyiftheyareopenonallfour sides,withanchoringwithinthefootprint andonlyiferectedafter10a.m.

Shields saidthat,often,nobodyisin thetentsandtheyoccupyprimespace closetotheocean.

HesuggestedSouthBethanyrestrict structurestothosenolargerthan10by 10feet,withallanchoringinside.The Townalreadyrequirestentstobelocatedbehindthelifeguardstands.

Onecouncilmanaskedabout Shibumibeachshades,andShieldssaid theycanbeannoyingbuttheydon’t blockothers’viewsasmuch.

ShieldssaidOceanCityofficials havebeendiscussingrestrictionsand putthemintoeffectinlateJune.FenwickIslandofficialstalkedaboutit,too, andsetrestrictions,Councilwoman ChrisKeefesaid.Shesaidthat,about halfthetimeshenoticestents,they haveonlycoolersinsideandtentowners aresittingoutsidethetentitself.

“Theyputtheirchairsaroundthe tent,whichisreallycrazyandobnoxious,anditdriveseveryonecrazy.… Theyareusingalotofspacethey shouldn’tuse.Theonlyproblemwith anyoftheseregulationsiswhoregulates it?Issomebodygoingtogoaroundwith ameasuringtape?Idon’twanttoput thisonthelifeguards.Notagoodidea …andisthereafine?Whatisthis? Howdoesthiswork?”Keefeasked.

Donderosaidshedoesn’tbelieve thereisaneedtorestricttentsizesor howclosetogethertheycanbe.Other townshavemorecrowdedandsometimesmorenarrowbeaches,boardwalks “and lessrealestate,inalotofways, thanwedo,”shesaid.

“Thereisnothingmoreannoying thanspreadingoutandputtingchairs aroundit,butmyfeelingisyoucan’t regulatecommoncourtesy,”Dondero said.“Idon’tthinkwehaveaneedfor restrictionsatthistime,andmybiggest issueisenforcement.Thisisgoingto falltothebeachpatrol,andIthinkthat isanunfairtoaskofthem.Wewant themwitheyesonthewater.Wedon’t wantthemturningaround,measuring tentsorspacebetweentents,orgetting into altercationswithfolks.…Thereare alreadythingstheyarecheckingforthat aretakingtheirtimeawayfromthe water,”Donderosaid.

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Shesaidthebeachpatrolcaptainis alsoconcernedaboutenforcementand askedher,“AmIsupposedtoarmeach lifeguardwithatapemeasure?”

“Sometimesthedifferencebetween8 feetand10feetisnotthatobvious.…I doknowBethany,forone,hascodeenforcementofficialswhocanwalkonthe beachandcheckonthis.Wedon’thave that.Wehaveoneguy.…Wejustdon’t havethatlikeOceanCitydoes,like Bethanydoes.So,itwouldfallexclusivelytothelifeguards.Andwhathappens whenfolksdon’tcomply?Thenwe havetocallapoliceofficerandtakean officerawayfromacallorwhateverthey aredoingandtellsomebodytotake theirtentdown,”Donderosaid.

OtherthanduringtheFourthofJuly weekend—whichthemayorcalled “justCrazyTown,U.S.A.”—shesaid shedoesn’tseemanytentsonthebeach.

Keefesuggestedaddingwordingto signsonthebeachthatlistrules.

“Wedon’thaveanybodyenforcing anyofthoserules.Theyaremorelike suggestionsforpeopletobehavecorrectly,”Keefesaid.

Shieldsrecommendedreferringthe mattertotheTown’sCharter&Code Committeeandaskingforfeedback fromothertownofficials,butDondero saidofficials“won’tcomeupwithananswertotheenforcementissue.”

“Dowewanttoputthisburdenon thebeachpatrol?Wehavetomakethat decision,becausethatiswhatthisboils downto,”shesaid.

ButShieldssaiddogsaren’tallowed onthebeachduringthesummer,and thereareotherrules,aswell,thatdon’t requirecodeenforcementofficers.

“Putthosesignsup,andpeopleare expectedtocomplywiththem.Who enforcesthosethings?”Shieldsasked.

ThecouncilagreedtoreferthemattertotheCharter&CodeCommittee.

Shawhonored

Thecouncilthisweekpresenteda resolutiontoformercouncilmanTim Shaw,whowasgreetedatthecouncil

meetingwithafriendly“You’vebeen herebefore”byonecouncilmemberas Shawsteppedforwardtobehonored. Donderoreadtheresolution,which statesthatShawdedicatedyearsofservicetotheTown,servinginseveralpositionsduringhistimeonthecouncil, supportingthestaffandbeinganinvaluableresource.

Shawthankedthecouncil,andDonderosaidthecouncilwassorrytolose him.

“Don’tgotoofaraway,”shesaid.

CoderevisionsgetOK

Thecounciladoptedonfirstreading anordinanceoutlininggeneralcoderevisionsoftownordinances.

Donderoexplainedthat,duringthe last year,“Wehavebeenworkingwith thefirmGeneralCodetodoareviewof theTown’sordinancesandtodosome housekeepingontheordinances,tolook forerrors,contradictions,antiquated terms…tobringourcodeuptodate.”

Shesaidtheordinanceupdatecovers specificchangestothevariouschanges intowncode.

“IfIweretoreadthroughallof these,wewouldbehereforthebetter partofthemorning,”shesaidatthe councilmeeting,whichbeganat9a.m. Keefeaskedaboutareferenceto parkingandsaidfineswerelowered“for certainthings.”

Sheaskedabout“finesdealingwith parkingissues,andtowingandstoring vehiclesthathavegonedownto$300” andaskedwhyalowernumberwaschosen.TownManagerMaureenHartman saidthefineswerediscussedwithPolice ChiefJasonLovinsandwording changed“tocleanitup.”

“Itwasjustcleanedupfrompastdiscussionswehavehad,”shesaid.

Donderosaidtownofficialshave beenworkingonthisforthepastyear, that ithasbeenreviewedbyGeneral Code,threelawyers,thechiefofpolice andstaff,andthatshehopeditwas readytoadopt.

CouncilmanMarkGileraskedabout wordingconcerningcompetitivebids being“notmorethan$10,000”andalso saidhe’dliketoseemasculinepronouns changedtogender-neutralterms.

WilliamGuy Scott‘Buzz’Clagett

WilliamGuyScott“Buzz” Clagett,formerlyofBaltimore,Md., andMillville,Del.,passedawayat hishomeinFinksburg,Md.,atthe endofJune2025,aftersufferinglifelongdifficultchallengesandsevere complicationsfromadevastating motorcycleaccidentin1976,when hewashitbyacarelessdriver.

Inspiteofthosechallenges,he managedtoleadalifeofaccomplishments,getmarriedandbecome .presidentandCEOofTheClagett Group.Inc.,apaintandrefinishing companyinBaltimorethatcateredto thehigh-endrealestatemarketand servedlargebusinesses.

Clagettenjoyedtravelingand goingoncruiseswithhiswife, ChristySue.Hewasactiveinpolitics duringtheReaganera.Inhisearly 50s,thelong-termcomplicationsof hisinjuriesforcedhimintoprematureretirementcoupledwithincreasinglysignificantmedicalchallenges.

Gradually,hehadtofacethese challengesalmostalone,afterhis parents,ThomasandFrancesClagett passedaway,asdidhissiblingsand hiswife.Inrecentyears,hehadbecomereclusiveanddisabled,increasinglyunabletocareforhimself,yet quitereluctanttoaccepthelpthathe considered“welfare.”

Hisavocationsincludedaloveof dogs,fascinationwithpoliticsand studyofreligiousissues.Heloved watchingYouTubevideos.

AlthoughClagettendured decadesofchallengesresultingfrom theaccident,ashistrialsgrewworse, hekeptinconstantcontactwithhis lifelongfriend,Bob,andconstantly talkedofknowingGodwouldnot forgethim,andwouldsoon,ashe wouldsay,“comeandgetme,totake mehome.”Hewasa“f riendofBill W.”andproudlyachieved46yearsof successfromthataffiliation,helping manyothersuntilhebecamedisabled.

Inaccordancewithhiswishes, Clagettwillbeinterredprivatelyin Mariner’sBethelGlobalMethodist ChurchCemeteryinOceanView, Del.,besidehisbelovedwife,Christy, andhisparents.Hislifememorial webpageisatwww.watsonfh.com. ArrangementswerebyWatsonFuneralHome&Crematoriumin Millsboro,Del.

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StephenJosephGalata,84,of BethanyBeach,Del.,andformerlyof EllicottCity,Md.,passedawayon Friday,July4,2025,atCadiaRenaissanceHealthCareinMillsboro,Del.

RAL’soutdoorshowsetforfirsttwoweekendsofAugust

TheRehobothArtLeague’ssignature summerevent,theAnnualOutdoorFine Art&FineCraftShow,willreturntoHenlopenAcresforthefirsttwoweekendsin August.Nowinits52ndyear,theeventprovidestheopportunityfor125artistsandartisansfromaroundthecountrytodisplayand selltheirfineartandfinecraftsamidstthe RehobothArtLeague’s3.5-acrewooded campus,blocksfromdowntownRehoboth Avenue.

Thisyear,theeventwillbeheldAug.2-3 andAug.9-10from10a.m.to5p.m.on Saturdays,and10a.m.to4p.m.onSundays.

Theoutdoorshow—whichisunderwrittenbyJackLingo,Realtor—isajuried event.Manylocalandregionalartistswillbe oncampuswiththeirartworkinavarietyof mediums,includingoilandacrylicpainting, pastelpainting,finejewelry,wood,metal, photography,ceramics,mixedmediaand

more.

Theshowincludesfood,livemusic,artist demonstrations,galleryexhibits,gardens,the historicPeterMarshHomesteadandthe DogfishHeadBeerGarden.Visitorsarealso welcometoenjoythecurrentshowstheart leaguehasondisplay,includingthe87th AnnualMembers’FineArtExhibition.

“Thesupportofourcommunityallows thisRehobothBeachtraditiontocontinue, astheeffortsofmorethan100volunteersare essentialtopulloffthistwo-weekendevent,” organizerssaid.

Aspertradition,patronswillhavetheopportunitytoparticipateinartworkraffles andauctions.Thisyear’sraffleprize,which raisesfundsfortheleague’seducationand exhibitionprograms,wasdonatedbyZu ShengYu.Thepiece,titled“GoodMorn-

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CoastalPoint•Submitted ZuShengYu’soriginaloilpainting,‘GoodMorning,’willberaffledofftohelptheRehobothArt Leagueraisefundsfortheleague’seducation andexhibitionprograms.

Every Wednesday 8 am - Noon Marketplace at Sea Colony 33546 Market Pl, Bethany Beach

We are proud to be a real, producer-only farmers’ market. All vendors only sell products that they grow and/or produce within 125 miles of Bethany Beach.

See you this summer at the Farmers’ Market at Sea Colony. Where Fresh Sea Air Meets Real Farm Flavor! Visit seacolonyfarmersmarket.com for more info

DelawareStateFairlaunchingsensoryinclusioninitiative

“Afterlistening,learningandreflectingoverthepastyear,theDelaware StateFairistakingasignificantstep forwardinitscommitmenttoaccessibilityandinclusion,”fairofficialssaid thisweek,addingthattheyhadtaken timetobetterunderstandtheexperiencesofindividualswithinvisibledisabilities, includingautism,PTSDand sensoryprocessingdisorders,afteranattempttomakethefairmore“sensory friendly”in2024.

“Werecognizethatlastyearwefell shortinsupportingguestswithsensory sensitivities,andwewanttosincerely thankthefamiliesandorganizations whospokeup,”saidDannyAguilar, generalmanageroftheDelawareState Fair.“We’velistened,andwe’velearned. Nowwe’retakingaction.”

Aspartofthisrenewedcommitment, the DelawareStateFairhasteamedup withKultureCity,anonprofitpromotingsensoryaccessibilityandinclusion. Together,theyarelaunchingaSensory InclusionInitiativeatthe2025

DelawareStateFair,takingplaceJuly 17-26.

TheDelawareStateFairisintroducingauniqueactivationdesignedtopro-

videaquiet,safeandsecurespacefor individualswithsensoryprocessingsensitivitieswhomayfeeloverwhelmed whileattendingthefair.TheDelaware StateFair/KultureCitySensoryActivationVehicle(SAV)—amobilesensory-friendlyandsoundproofunit— willbeopentoallguestsfrom10a.m. to10p.m.eachdayofthefair,offering supportandrespite.

TheSensoryActivationVehiclewill offer:

•Aquiet,temperature-controlled space;

•Comfortitems,suchasnoise-cancelingheadphonesandfidgettoys;

•On-sitestafftrainedinsensoryinclusionandde-escalation;and

•Immediatesupportforanyonein need ofasensorybreak.

TheSAVwillbestationednearthe WadeShowsCarnival,officialssaid, withclearsignageanddirections throughoutthefairgroundstodirectpatronstotheSAV.Inaddition,sensory bagswillbeavailableforindividualsto borrowatthreelocationsthroughout thefairgrounds,including:

•TheAdministrationBuildingatthe maingate;

artworksthatareputondisplayintheDewittGalleryduringtheevent.Patronsmay bidonlineorbuypiecesoutright.Theauctionclosesat4p.m.onSunday,Aug.10.

•TheSensoryActivationVehiclein theCarnivalLot;and

•TheFirstAidStationatthebaseof the Grandstand.

WiththelaunchoftheDelaware StateFair’sInclusionInitiativealso comestheirplantoreintroduceaSensoryFriendlyCarnivaleventonTuesday,July22,from1to5p.m.,when carnivallightsandsoundsfromgames andrideswillbeturneddowntocreate alessoverwhelmingenvironment.

Thenewinitiative,officialssaid, buildsonbroadereffortstomakethe eventwelcomingtoall,includingADA-

compliantfacilitiesandmobilityrental services.

“True inclusionmeanslistening whenwegetitwrongandmakingreal changestogetitright,”saidMarketing &SponsorshipManagerCarlyCallahan.

“We’rehonoredtoworkwithKultureCitytomakesureeveryguest—especiallythosewithinvisibledisabilities —knowtheyareseen,valuedandsupportedattheDelawareStateFair.”

Formoreinformationaboutthe DelawareStateFair,visitdelawarestatefair.com.

ing,”isanoriginaloilpaintingvaluedat $4,800.Raffleticketscost$5perticketor $20forfive,andmaybepurchasedonline andatRAL’smaingallerythroughAug.10. Thewinningticketwillbepulledfollowing thefestival’sclosureonAug.10.

Additionally,eachyear,theLeague’sdocentteam,whichvolunteersinthePeter MarshHomesteadtogreetguestsandprovideinformation,holdsafundraiserfor preservationprojectsontheRALcampus. ParticipatingOutdoorShowartistsdonate

Theshowhasaweekendentryfeeof$5 foradults.Thereisnochargeforchildren youngerthan12.Ticketscanbepurchasedat anyofthefourentrancegates.TheRAL providescomplimentarytransportationto theeventwithJollyTrolleyshuttlesfromRehobothBeachElementarySchool,where thereisfreeparking.

Foradditionalinformationabouttheart league,itsclasses,memberships,eventsand exhibitions,visitthewebsiteatRehobothArtLeague.orgorcall(302)227-8408.

BestsellingauthorTrigiani todiscussnewbookinLewes

TheLewesPublicLibrary,AAUWof DelawareandBrowseaboutBookswillhost authorAdrianaTrigianiforabookdiscussion,Q&AandsigningonMonday,July21, at5p.m.attheLewesElementarySchool Theatre,820SavannahRoadinLewes.

Trigianiwilldiscusshernewnovel,“The ViewfromLakeComo,”describedas“ahilarious,big-heartedstoryofabig-hearted ItalianAmericanfamilyandtheiroverlookeddaughter,Jess.Divorcedandliving inherparents’basementinNewJersey,Jess headsoffonanadventuretoherfamily’s ancestralhomeinItaly.Justasshebeginsto standonherowntwofeetandfindhappiness,hiddensecretsofherfamily’spast cometolightandthreatentoupendthe newlifesheislivingonherownterms.”

Theticketpriceis$34,whichcoversthe costofoneautographedbookincludedwith eachregistration.Fromthatregistrationfee, $5willbedonatedtotheLewesPublicLibrary.Forregistrationinstructions,visitthe library’swebsiteatlewes.lib.de.usorcall (302)645-2733.

TrigianiwillbeinconversationwithRehobothBeachwriterandUniversityof DelawareinstructorEthanJoella,authorof “ALittleHope,”“AQuietLife”and“The SameBrightStars.”Their40-minuteconversationwillbefollowedbya20-minute audienceQ&A,bookpersonalizationand

ThecoverofAdrianaTrigiani’sbook, ‘TheViewfromLakeComo.’

photoopportunity.Additionalcopiesof “TheViewfromLakeComo,”aswellas Trigiani’sothertitlesandJoella’snovels,will beavailableforpurchaseattheevent. TrigianiistheNewYorkTimesbestsellingauthorofmorethan20fictionand nonfictionbooks,including“TheShoemaker’sWife.”Sheisanaward-winning playwright,televisionwriter/producerand filmmaker,andservesontheNewYork StateCouncilontheArts.

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InlandBaysOysterWeeksetforAug.3-7

Delaware’scoastalresortareawill celebratelocally-grownInlandBays oysters,“ASouthernDelawareDelicacy,”fromSunday,Aug.3through Thursday,Aug.7,duringthe2ndAnnualInlandBaysOysterWeek (IBOW25).

Organizedandsponsoredby DelawareSeaGrantattheUniversityof DelawareandSouthernDelaware Tourism,IBOW25willfeatureboatand kayakexcursions,aneducationalseminarandanoysterhatcherytour,aswell asanartworkshopandnumeroussocial activities,including“MeettheGrower” happy-houreventsatlocalrawbarsand restaurants.

Newtotheeventthisyearwillbea special“SoundbiteSunday”kick-offcelebrationfrom11a.m.to3p.m.onAug. 3,hostedbytheDevelopingArtistCol-

laborationattheWestSideCreative MarketinRehobothBeach.Patronscan grababitefromoneoftheoyster-inspiredchefs,enjoycraftcocktails,beer, wineandnonalcoholicoptionsfromthe MarketBar,andsoakinthesoundsofa diversemusicalperformance.

EdLewandowski,acommunityand economicdevelopmentspecialistat DelawareSeaGrantandcoordinatorof IBOW25,expressedexcitementabout thenewactivitiesthatareaimedat helpinggrowthisevent.

“TheadditionofSunday’skick-off celebrationatWestSideCreativeMarketandawine-and-oystercruisewith CapeWaterToursonMondayshould fuelearlyinterestinIBOW25asapremiercelebrationofourlocalInland Baysoysteraquacultureindustry,”said L ewandowski.

TimBartley,oneofthefoundersof LewesOysterHouse,hosteda“Meet theGrower”happy-hourduringlast year’sinauguralIBOWeventandsaid hewasmorethanreadytojointhefestivitiesagainthisyear.

Bartleysaid,“Lastyear’sInlandBays OysterWeekwasafantasticwayto showcasetheincredibleworkbeing donebyourlocaloysterfarmers.There’s realprideinservingfresh,coldoysters thataregrownrighthereinDelaware’s waters—andourguestslovelearning wheretheirfoodcomesfrom.We’re thrilledtobebackforIBOW25and continuecelebratingthegrowers,the bayandthevibrantcommunitythat supportsthem.”

MarkCasey,presidentofthe DelawareAquacultureAssociationand owner/operatorofDelawareCultured

Seafoods,saidheispleasedtoseethe interestoflocalrestaurateursinvolvedin IBOW25.

“We’llhavefourgreateateriesthat arefeaturinglocallygrownshellfish,and weknowfolkswillenjoytheterrific taste ofInlandBaysoysters!”

Thoseinterestedinfresh,localoysterspairedwithanadultbeverage,while chattingwithoystergrowerswillfind opportunitiesatlocationsincluding:

•BigChillBeachClub,whichwill hosta“Sip’nSlurp/MeettheGrower” happy-houronMonday,Aug.4,from4 to6p.m.,featuringMarkCasey’soysters.

•OnAug.5from4to6p.m.,HenlopenCityOysterHousehasscheduled a“PearlsandPours”happy-hourwith growerJesseAtkinsonandhis “DelawareDelicious”oysters.

•Chesapeake&MaineinRehoboth willserveArrowheadPointOysters fromRehobothBaypairedwithoneof DogfishHead’sexclusivebeersatits “BeerandBivalves/MeettheGrower” eventfrom3to5p.m.onWednesday, Aug.6.

•LewesOysterHousewillhosta “Wine’nBrine”happy-hourfrom3to5 p.m.onThursday,Aug.7,withoysters producedbylocalgrowerJordanNally fromNancyJamesOysters. Regularhappy-hourpricingapplies at allparticipatingestablishments.

On-wateractivitiesareahigh-

lightofInlandBaysOysterWeek

“We’vebeenanxiouslyawaitingthe opportunitytoagainhosttheInland BaysOysterExperience,”saidDave Green,owner/operatorofCapeWater Tours&Taxi,whowillbefeaturingtwo differentboattoursthisyear.“Wehada sold-outtripofthisverypopularexcursionin2024andexpectthesamethis year.We’realsoexcitedtoofferanew Oysters&WineCruise,”saidGreen. Formoreinformationabouteitherof thesetoursortoreserveaseat,visit CapeWaterTours&Taxi’swebsiteat https://www.capewatertaxi.com. Thosewhowanttogetclosertothe waterhavetheoptionofjoiningakayak triptovisittheCenterfortheInland Bays’(CIB)oysterreefattheJames FarmEcologicalPreserveinOcean View.GuidesfromtheCIBandEcobay Kayak/SUPwillleadparticipantson this90-minutepaddlingexcursion.The costis$40perperson,withaportionof the proceedssupportingthenon-profit CIB,alocalNationalEstuaryProgram. Forthecuriouswishingtolearn aboutthebiologyofthetastybivalves andthesciencebehindgrowingthem, theUniversityofDelawarewillbehostingbothaneducationalseminaranda

ChristmasinJulyacheerful,kitschyfundraiser

ByLauraWalter StaffReporter

Hawaiianshirtsandcandycanes? Whynot?

TwoDagsborogroupsarepartnering

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grouptourofitspilot-scaleoyster hatcheryattheSharpCampusinLewes. EdHale,assistantprofessorandfisheries/aquaculturespecialist,willopenthe hatcheryfortourstothepublic.

“UDisonthefrontlineofsupportingtheInlandBaysoysterindustry,and thissmall-scalehatcherymanagedby ourcoordinator,AlyssaCampbell,aims tohelpsatisfysomeoftheneedsofour localgrowers,”Halesaid.

Thehatcherytourisfreebutlimited to15people.Reserveaspotat https://www.eventbrite.com/e/oysterhatchery-tour-tickets-949050945927.

LocalartistMaggieHeffernanwill wrapuptheactivitieswithaspecialart workshoponThursday,Aug.7,starting at6:30p.m.Theopportunitytopaint anoysterusingacrylicswilltakeplaceat theArtpothecaryinRehobothBeach. Oysterswillbepairedwithwineand willbeofferedtoallworkshopparticipants.Thecostis$40andincludesinstruction,oysters/wineandallpainting materials.Toregister,visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/inlandbays-oyster-week-learn-to-paint-oysters-with-a-local-artist-tickets-1381880 524849.

Althoughtheoysterweekwillend, thecelebrationofInlandBaysoysters continuesinSeptemberatthe2ndAnnualDelawareSeafoodFestival,scheduledforSaturday,Sept.20,atSchellville VillageinRehobothBeach.

RyanStevenson,oneoftheevent’s founders,said,“TheDelawareSeafood Festivalishonoredtobeworkingwith NancyJamesOystersfortheeventthis year.Theseoystersarefarmedrightout ofRehobothBay,andyouwon’tfind themanyfresher.Thefestivalwillalso beholdingtheDelawareOysterShuckingFinals,andweareproudtobegettingallofouroystersfromlocal Delawarefarmers.”

On-waterandoutdooractivitiesfor IBOW25areweather-dependent,anda publicannouncementwillbemadeif theweatherisinclementorthreatening.

IBOW25eventlineup

•SoundbiteSunday,Sunday,Aug.3, 11a.m.to3p.m.,WestSideCreative Market,RehobothBeach—Live music,oyster-inspiredeats,craftdrinks •Oyster&WineCruise,Monday, Aug.4,3:30to5:30p.m.,CapeWater Tours&Taxi—Sauvignonblancand InlandBaysoysters

tohostaChristmasinJulydinneron Saturday,July19,atAmericanLegion Post24.

Thislightheartedeveningisbeing cohostedbyAmericanLegionAuxiliary Unit24andtheSonsoftheLegion Squadron24.

•Sip’nSlurp/MeettheGrower, Monday,Aug.4,4-6p.m.,BigChill BeachClub—FeaturingMarkCasey ofDelawareCulturedSeafoods

•OysterReefKayakExploration, Tuesday,Aug.5,noonto1:30p.m., JamesFarmEcologicalPreserve,Ocean V iew,$40—Call(302)562-4217to reserve

•Pearls&Pours,Tuesday,Aug.5,46p.m.,HenlopenCityOysterHouse —FeaturingJesseAtkinsonwith DelawareDeliciousOysters

•TheScienceofOysters,Wednes-

Ticketsincludeafullturkeydinner, includingfreedessert,anytimefrom4 to7:30p.m.

Ticketscost$15inadvance(available fromanyAuxiliaryorSALmem-

day,Aug.6,1-2p.m.,UDSharpCampus,Lewes—Freeeducationalsession withDr.EdHale

•OysterHatcheryTour,Wednesday, Aug.6,2:30-3:30p.m.,UDHatchery, Lewes—Reserveat https://www.eventbrite.com/e/inlandbays-oyster-week-2025-oyster-hatcher y-tour-tickets-1381864526999.

•Beer&Bivalves,Wednesday,Aug. 6,4-6p.m.,Chesapeake&Maine,RehobothBeach—DogfishHeadbeer andArrowheadPointOysters

•InlandBaysOysterExperience,

ber),or$17atthedoor(ifticketsremainavailable).Thegeneralpublicis welcometoattend.

Prizeswillbeawardedforthetop

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Thursday,Aug.7,9-10:30a.m.,Cape WaterTours—Reserveatwww.capewatertaxi.com.

•Wine’nBrine/MeettheGrower, Thursday,Aug.7,3-5p.m.,LewesOysterHouse—FeaturingNancyJames Oysters

•ArtontheHalf-Shell,Thursday, Aug.7,6:30-8p.m.,Artpothecary,Rehoboth Beach,$40—Registerat https://www.eventbrite.com/e/inlandbays-oyster-week-learn-to-paint-oysters-with-a-local-artist-tickets-1381880 524849.

Selbyvilleapproveswater,sewerforproperty

ByDavidBohenickandSusanCanfora PointStaff

TheSelbyvilleTownCouncil,atits Monday,July7,meeting,approved residentTravisMartin’srequestfor theTowntoprovidewaterandsewer forrestroomsathisproposedindustrialparkonMcCabeRoad,withthe agreementthatthepropertywilleventuallybeannexedintotownlimits.

Itcan’tbeannexedyetbecause thereareotherunannexedparcelslocatedbetweenhispropertyandtown limits,Martintoldthecouncil.

Townwaterandsewerforthe 395,000-square-footindustrialpark shouldn’taffectthetown’swaterpressure,accordingtoMartin’splansfor theproject,anditisclosetothenorth pumpstation.MayorRickDuncan alsosaidthecouncil’sengineerhasapprovedtheplansandconfirmedthere wouldbe“minimalimpactonthe town’sinfrastructureandthewater.”

Noneofthecouncilmembers movedtoapprovetherequestuntil SelbyvilleresidentDougStaubobjectedfromtheaudience.

“Thismaniswillingtopayfor everything.He’sgoingtobringcommercetothistown,andnooneis jumpingtomotionforit?”heasked.

“Iamgoingtomotion,”Council-

womanCarolCaryreplied.“I’mjust waitingontheothercouncilmembers toweighin.There’salottoit.Ijust wanttomakesureweworditcorrectlyforwhenit’sannexedintothe town,”shesaidbeforemovingtoapprovetherequest.Hermotionpassed unanimously.

Duncanrequestedtheprojectbe heldtotheTown’sstandards.

Twostreetsrenamed

Thecouncilthisweekalsoapproved renamingEastDukeStreetExtended andWestDukeStreetExtendedtoSelbyvilleCourtandStrawberryLane,respectively.

TownAdministratorStaceyLong saidresidentsaskedthatthestreetsbe renamedbecausemailwasoftengetting lostandsenttothewrongaddressesdue tothesimilarityofthestreetnames.

Residentshadsuggestedthenew names.Thethirdsuggestedname, whichwasnotchosen,wasTownsend Court.

Policereport

AttherequestofPoliceChief BrianWilson,thecouncilapproved $11,507previouslynotbudgetedfora Vectorvideodoorbellcameratoin-

creasesecurityatthepolicedepartment.

Whilepresentinghismonthlyreport, Wilsontoldthecouncilthatduring June,policehadrespondedto265calls, written120trafficticketsandmade threecriminalarrests.Hesaidtherecruitwhowilljointhepoliceforceisin his 11thweekatthepoliceacademy,or almosthalffinished.

AmanintheaudienceaskedWilson howmanypolicecarsareinthefleet andhowmanyofficersthereare.Wilson saidthereare14cars,butonewillsoon bedecommissionedandauctioned,and thatthereare10officers,butthatthe forceisnotfullystaffed.Themancomplimentedthechiefandpoliceforcefor theirfinework,andWilsonthanked him.

Requesttabled forfurtherdiscussion

Thecounciltabledarequestfrom developerRobertMcClanahan,who hadaskedforanagreementwiththe TowntouseandmaintainTownpropertyatthecornerofBethanyRoadand MainStreetforaparkinglot.Hetold thecouncilthatsixparkingspacescan fitontheproperty.Duncansuggested thepropertybesurveyedtodetermineif theideaisworthpursuing.

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two“ugly”Christmasshirts.Dressing upcanbeassimpleaswearingChristmascolorsorassillyasdrapingoneself ingarlandorholidaylights.

Doorprizeswillbeawardedall evening.Thebarwillsellaspecial Christmas-themedcocktail,andthe venuewillhostaDJlaterthatevening, from6to10p.m.

Therewillbeabig“JingleBucks” $300cashprizedrawingthatnight. Ticketswillbesoldallweekandon Saturday($5each,or$10forthree),and ticketholdersdon’tneedtobepresentto win.

“ Wehopepeoplecomeoutforalot offun,knowingthey’resupportinga goodcause.Ourmissionsareveterans, communityandfamily,”saidDarlene Rhoads,Auxiliarysecretary.“Havea coolnightinhotJuly!”

TheAuxiliary,shesaid,hadfunwith theChristmasthemeallmonth,adding themedtriviaandjokestotheirweekly FlipFivegamenights.

TheSonsareanofficialpartofthe AmericanLegion,andtheAuxiliaryisa separateentitythatmeetsatandsupportstheLegion.

Formoreinformation,contactalaunit24de@gmail.com.TheAmericanLegionPost24islocatedat28181Nine FootRoad,Dagsboro.

Lifestyle

Ahalf-centuryofmemories

BySusanCanfora StaffReporter

When48membersinthreegenerationsoftheWoodfamilyarrivedfor theirannualtriptoBethanyBeachthis year,itwastocelebratethegoldenanniversaryofvacationinginthearea— 50yearstogether,startingin1975,when DougWood’suncleboughtabeach houseinMiddlesexBeach.

“MyunclelivedintheD.C.areain theearly‘70s,andmydadandmyuncle andanothercousingottogetherfor summervacations.Andithasn’tended. ItstartedwhenIwas14,andI’m64 now,”saidWood,ofNorthville,Mich., intownwithhiswife,Tamara;theirson AlexWoodandhiswife,Maggie,of AnnArbor,Mich.;theirdaughterEliza andson-in-lawBrannockFureyofNew YorkCity;andAlexandMaggie Wood’schildren,8-year-oldLucaand 6-year-oldEmilia.

“Thereare48ofusherethisweek— July11untilthe19ththisyear—first cousinswhenwestartedout,threefamilies,andeachfamilyhadthreechildren. Itgetsbiggereveryyear.Nowwearein GenerationIII,andthatgenerationis havingabunchofbabies.Wehavethree newbornsthisyear,andwehaveone thatisexpecting,soitiscontinuing.It startedoutwithonebeachhouse,and nowoneofthecousinsownsthatbeach househisfatheroriginallybought,and werentfourotherhousesinthecommunity.

“Wetrynottogoouttodinner,”said DougWood.“Wehavethreemain mealstogetherallweek,theneach houseplansitsownmeals.Wehave pizzanight.Wehavecrabnight.My wifeisItalian,sothefirstnightshe madeItalianpork-buttsandwiches.We gettogetheronthebeach,andevening mealsareatoneofthehouses,sowerotate.

“Weallcomebackeveryyear.Every oneofusknowseachother.Wearereallytight,soit’snotlikecousinswe nevermetbefore.We’veallbeentoeach other’sweddings,”saidWood,whodescribedhimselfasamemberofthe oldergenerationnow,althoughhis mother,89-year-oldAnnWoodof Northville,isthematriarch.

“Shelovesthecamaraderieofthe group,”Woodsaid,addingthatshewasn’tfeelingwellenoughtocomment.

“Wehavehappy-houronthedeckof

CoastalPoint•Submitted ThreegenerationsoftheWoodfamilygatheredforaphotoduringtheirannualtriptoBethanyBeachforthe50thyear.

onecottage,andsheisthereforthat. Shetalksaboutwhenwefirstgottogetherandhowtheytriedtoeatcheaply backthen.Theyboughtcannedhams andtriedtohaveasmuchfoodaspossiblefor16peopleatthattime,”Wood said.

Everyfiveyears,thefamilyhas printedT-shirts,coffeemugsandother itemshereferredtoas“swag.”Thisyear, there’sa‘70stheme,withthewords “WoodBeachWeek,atraditionalthat haslastedforever.”

Allweek,familymembershavebeen arrivingfromavarietyoftownsand states,includingDallas,Boston,Detroit, Richmond,NorthCarolina,Austin, TexasandWashington,D.C.

Astheysocialize,familymembers haveatendencytobreakintosmaller groups,withWoodandcousinshegrew upwithspendingtimetogether,and theirchildrenandgrandchildren.But it ’safamilyrequirement“tobounce aroundandtalktoeachother,sowe’re notstrangers,”Woodsaid.

Therehavebeenseveralspecialactivities,includingaboatregatta.Thefamilywasdividedintofiveorsixteamsand

eachteamwasinstructedtomakea cardboardboatthatwasocean-worthy. Therewasan“AmazingRace”-style event,withwhatWoodcalled“different tasksandevents,”avolleyballtournamentandgamesincludingtrivia.

HiscousinBobWood—who,with his wife,Toni,livesonBayberryin BethanyBeach—saidtherewasalsoan icecreamsocial,familyphoto,pizzaand movienight,Pilates,volleyball,bourbon tasting,golfandtimeatFunlandinRehobothBeach.

“Wetrytohaveavarietyofevents, butwetrynottohavetoomuchstructure,sopeoplecandowhattheywant,” DougWoodsaid.

“Ithinkwhateverybodylikesisfamily.Wehaveastrongfamily,agreat bondwithinthefamily.Ilovetocome herewithmykids,mygrandkids,andbe able tospendtimewithmycousinsand theirchildren.Itisenrichingandrewarding,”hesaid,recallinghisteenage yearswithhisfavoritecousin—whom hereferstoas“Bobby,”fouryears younger—intheoriginalbeachhouse.

“Oh,myGod,”hesaid,laughing. “Wenevergotintoanyserioustrouble,

butwewouldbeoutonthebeachuntil allhoursofthenight,andwe’dcome rollinginaftermidnight.Irememberin thedaysofnoairconditioning.Wehad abankacrossthestreet,andat3a.m.we lookedoutthewindowanditsaid‘101 degrees.’Weusedalotofice,andwe hadalotofcolddrinks,”hesaid.

“Itwasgood,cleanfun,”BobWood said,alsolaughing.

Aretiredaccountantwhoworkedin theWashington,D.C.,area,heandhis wifeliveinahomeonthelotwherethe originalbeachhousewasandwhere theybuiltanew,largerhome.

“WeusedtogotoCampBarnes withourauntsandunclestocatch crabs,andtherewouldbechickennecks onstrings.We’dcatchcrabsfor16or17 people atthetime.Wewouldwalkinto theAssawomanBayandgetstungby jellyfish.Now,wejustbuycrabs.It’s funnyhowweallevolved.

“WewouldplayPitchandPutt.Now it’sTheBoathouse.Irememberinthe late’70s,whenMiddlesexhaddirt roads.Growingup,IonlysawDoug

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onceayear,forbeachweek,thenI wouldgothereforThanksgiving.My fatherandhisfatherwerebrothers,” BobWoodsaid.“Theywouldbehere foraweek,thenwewouldgoseethem inDetroit.Ispendmoretimewithmy cousins—Dougbeingoneofthem— thanIdowithmyownbrotherandsister,becausemysisterlivesinDallasand mybrotherlivesinnorthernCalifornia. MycousinsandIsharecommoninterests—golftrips,Thanksgivingtogether everyotheryear,”hesaid.

Hisfather,BobWoodSr.,who workedfortheU.S.DepartmentofEnergy,wasraisedinMontgomeryCounty, Md.,andthebeachhouse“becamehis littlehaven,”hissonsaid.

“Hehadnophone,nocable,no nothing.Itwasgreat,”hesaid.

DougWood’sparentsareAnn—the onlysurvivorofGenerationI—and thelateNormWood.Thecousinwho originallyboughtthebeachhousewith thebrotherswasCharliePottsof Newark,Del.,withhiswife,Lois.

“Thefamilyhasalwaysbeen tightknit.It’sremarkablehowweareall here.Everybodymakesitapriority everysingleyear,andhereweare.Absolutely,thefuturegenerationswillcontinuethetradition.Absolutely,”Bob Woodsaid.

“Whatweloveisthelaid-backatmosphereofthebeachlifebetween OceanCityandRehobothBeach,” DougWoodsaid.

“Ithasbeenverykindtous.I thought,whenmykidsgrewup,because therewere16inthenextgeneration, thattheymightnotallcometoBethany Beach,buttheyallcameback.Ithink ever yonelovesbeingwiththefamily.It’s theenjoymentofthebeach,thefoods, thedrink,thesocialization,”hesaid.

“It’sagreatwaytospendaweek.”

CoastalPointphotos•Submitted MembersoftheWoodfamilygathered onthebeach,above,duringtheirannualvacationtoBethanyBeach.Below, theadultsinthefamilypreparefora bourbontasting.

Where Coastal Comfort Meets Family Tradition

SoDelOcontinues ‘SummerCelebration ofAmerica’sMusic’

ThemissionoftheSouthernDelaware Orchestra(SoDelO),foundedthreeyears ago,istofosteraloveoforchestralmusicin SouthernDelaware.Thissummer, SoDelO’smissionisembodiedbyitsJuly andAugust“ASummerCelebrationof America’sMusic”concertsandtheorchestra’smusicaloutreachattheChildren’s BeachHouse.

TwoconcertsarescheduledforJuly.The 3p.m.concertonJuly19marksSoDelO’s debutatthefirstpublichighschoolinSussextoofferstringmusiceducation—MilfordHighSchool.TheJuly20concertat3 p.m.atCapeHenlopenHighSchoolcontinuestheorchestra’straditionofperformingatCape,alocationtheyfrequentlysell out.

Theperformanceswillbeunderthe batonofguestconductorStephen Czarkowski,aninternationallyrecognized conductorandcellist,andwillalsofeature sopranoMakedaHampton,asoloistwho hasappearedattheMetropolitanOpera andtheLyricOperaofChicago.TheprogramincludesworksbyAaronCopeland, GeorgeGershwin,JohnWilliams,Richard RodgersandIrvingBerlin.

“Wearetrulyexcitedaboutaprogram

ByGraceBennett PointIntern

FeaturedSpeakerBonnieG.Hall, triballeadershipofficerandhistorianfortheNanticokeIndianTribe, isalsoknownintheNanticokes’nativeAlgonquianlanguageas Keenaahkiheet,meaning“SheWho Cares.”

Hallpresented“Nanticoke’sLastingLegacy”attheMillsboroTown CouncilmeetingonMonday,July7. Hertalkhighlightedthetribe’srich history,culturalresilienceandongoingeffortstopreservetheiridentity inDelaware.

RecognizedbytheDelawarelegislaturesince1881,thetribehas maintainedastrongpresencedespitethehistoricalchallengesthat theyhavefaced.

HalldescribedtheNanticokeflag —featuringgreen,symbolizing800 acresoftriballandalongtheIndian River;blueforsustainingwaters; and32wampumshells,31forthe tribe’sfoundersandoneforfuture generations;allcenteredaroundthe historicIndianMissionSchool.

Shehighlightedthetribe’sdeeprootedcommitmenttoeducationin itsearlyyears,showcasingthefirsteverone-roomschoolhousethat

servedNanticokechildrenforgrades 1-8withasingleteacherduring Segregation.Theschool,whichnow housestheNanticokeIndianMuseum,standsasatestamenttotheir resilienceandculturalpreservation, withthewords“Yesterday,Today, andTomorrow”ontheflag,embodyingtheirlegacy.

HalldescribedtheNanticokes’ strongtiestothearea,notingthat

theiroriginalname,Nantaquak,directlytranslatesto“TheTidewater People,”demonstratingtheirancestryintheIndianRiverregion.

Thetribe’smissionistopreserve their“aboriginal/indigenousheritage whileembracingcorevalues:respectingMotherEarth,honoring Nanticokeidentity,promotingpeace andunity,anddemonstratingreverenceforelders,familiesandyouth.”

Hallhighlightedthatthehistoric IndianMissionSchoolissetfor renovationsstartingthisfall.The projectaimstotransformitintoa culturalcommunitycenter,witha commercialkitchentoservetribal eventsandsupporttheDelaware FoodBank.

ShealsocelebratedtheNanticoke IndianMuseum,openedin1984,as Delaware’sonlyNativeAmerican museum.Shesharedsomeofthe tribe’ssignificantmilestonesand partnerships,includingthe2019unveilingofahistoricalmarkerat CupolaParkinMillsboro,commemoratingtheone-timenearby Askekeskyreservation;Laurel’s TidewaterPark,withplayground equipmentthemedtoNativeAmericanlore;andthetribe’sstewardship ofThompsonIsland,anaturepreservenearDeweyBeachwiththeir ancestralburialgrounds.

“We’reveryproudtosaythat we’restillhere,andwe’restillpersistinginexisting,”Hallsaid.“We stilltrythebestwecantostayviable.Andcollaborationsandpartnershipswithpeoplelikeyou—the towncouncils,theChambersof Commerceandotherorganizations

CoastalPoint•LauraWalter

BonnieG.HalloftheNanticokeIndianTribepresentsnativehistoryandandlooks

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DelDOTtollandfeeincreasestosupportinfrastructureinvestments

FollowingthesigningofthetollincreaseresolutionbyDelawareSecretary ofTransportationShantéHastingsand thepassageofHB164bytheDelaware GeneralAssembly,theDelawareDepartmentofTransportation(DelDOT) hasbegunworktoimplementthetoll increasesandnewDMVfees.

Theincreasesareexpectedtoprovide thedepartmentwithanestimated$107 millionannuallyinadditionalrevenue tosupportinvestmentsininfrastructure statewide.

Tollratesincreasesinclude:

• OnI-95–Newark—Beginning Friday,Aug.15,thetollfortwo-axlevehicleswillincreasefrom$4to$5for cashandE-ZPasscustomers.(Tollcosts forvehicleswithadditionalaxlescanbe foundonline.)

•U.S.Route301–Mainline—BeginningFriday,Aug.15,thetollfor

two-axleE-ZPasscustomerswillincreasefrom$4to$5,andfrom$5.60to $7.00fortwo-axletoll-by-platecustomers.(Tollamountsforvehiclesusing theotherU.S.Route301interchanges canbeviewedonline.)

•StateRoute1–BiddlesCornerand Dover—BeginningFriday,Aug.15,for DelawareE-ZPassaccountholders,the tollfortwo-axlevehicleswillincreaseto $1.50onweekdaysand$4onweekends. Forcash/non-DelawareE-ZPassaccountholders,thetollfortwo-axlevehicleswillincreaseto$2.50onweekdays and$6onweekends.

Forthosewhodonotcurrentlyhave aDelawareE-ZPassaccount,customers cansignupandfindmoreinformation atwww.ezpassde.com.

The onlinetollcalculatorwillalsobe updatedbyFriday,Aug.1,tothenew tollamountsfortravelonDelaware’s

honoringNativeAmericanculture —willtakeplaceatHudsonFields inMiltononSept.6.

—iswhatkeepsusalive.Hopefully, wecanbegindiscussionsforsome futurepartnerships.”

Lookingaheadtothisfall,Hall announcedthatthe47thAnnual NanticokePowwow—acelebration

Sheemphasizedthetribe’scommitmenttostaying“viableandpresent”asDelaware’sFirstPeople, proposingsignageinMillsboroto welcomevisitorstoNanticoketerritory.Throughtheseefforts,shesaid, theNanticokeIndianTribecontin-

threetollroadsandcostsforvehicles withadditionalaxles.

DMVfeestoincrease

Additionally,startingWednesday, Oct.1,DMVfeeswillincrease,includinga1percentincreasetothedocumentfeeforvehicletransactions. Thenewannualalternativefuelvehicleregistrationfeethatwillbeapplicabletomorethan48,000vehicles registeredinthestatewillalsobeginon Wednesday,Oct.1.Thenewfeesfor thesevehiclesareavailableonline.More informationonhowthatfeewillbecollectedwillbeforthcomingclosertothe implementationdate,officialssaid.

Questionsaboutthenewtollsand feescanbedirectedtoDelDOTCommunityRelationsat(302)760-2080or dotpr@delaware.gov.

uestoweaveitspast,presentandfutureintothestateofDelaware,asa testamentthattheyaren’tgoinganywhere.

Formoreinformation,visitthe NanticokeIndianTribe’sofficial websiteat www.nanticokeindians.org.

Realtorsupportsnewlawprotectingmanufactured-homeowners

Leasedlandhomeownershave gainedstrongerprotectionswiththe passageofSenateBill56(SB56),and localRealtorErinS.Leesupportedthe effort,alongsidehomeownersandadvocatesstatewide.

Lee,AssociateBrokerwithKeller WilliamsRealtyDelawareBeaches, servesasanadvisortotheDelaware ManufacturedHomeOwners’Association(DMHOA)andtestifiedbefore bothSenateandHousecommitteesin supportofthebill.

“TheSenatehearinginearlyJune wasmyfirstexperiencegivingtestimony.I’mgratefulthateachSenator wassupportiveofourcauseandvoted thebillthrough,”Leesaid.

Thefollowingweek,thebillwentto theHouse,andLeetestifiedagain.

“Afterward,Iwasholdingmybreath asIwatchedeachlegislatorcasttheir vote.”

Shesaidshewaselatedwhenit passed.

“I’msogratefultoDMHOAfor leadingthiseffortandallowingmyin-

volvement.Together,weensuredthat theleasedlandhomeowners’voiceswere heard.”

Senate Bill56thisweekawaitedthe governor’ssignature.Leesaiditbrings importantupdatestolong-standing challengesinland-leasetransactions,including:

•Rightoffirstrefusal—Communityownerswillnowhavetopay10 percentaboveabuyer’soffer,andmust actwithinsevendaysoftheseller’snoticeofsaleiftheywishtopurchasethe house.

•Two-stepnoticeprocedure—Sellersmustprovidetheirlandlordwitha “NoticeofIntenttoSell”beforelisting, and a“NoticeofSalesAgreement”once undercontract.Thenoticescanbedeliveredbymail,inpersonorbyemail, eliminatingoutdateddeliveryrestrictions.

•Protectionsforheirs—Leasesand landrentsmaytransfertoheirs,and heirswillhaveoneyeartodecide whethertokeeporsellthehome.If theychoosetokeepit,theymaybere-

quiredtopassacriminalbackground checkifonewasnotcompletedbefore thetenant’sdeath.

•Optionalleasetransferbuyout— Communityownersmayoffertobuy out atenant’srighttotransfer,but homeownersarebeingstronglyurgedto considerthelong-termimpactofselling theirrighttotransfer.

Lee’sadvocacybegan,shesaid,after witnessingbothtenantsandexperiencedagentsstrugglewithDelaware’s complexland-leaselaws.

“I’veseenpeoplethreatenedwith leaseterminationoverminormistakes, likeusingUPSoremailinsteadof USPStosendanoticeofintenttosell,” Leesaid.“Inanothercase,along-term occupant wasaskedtocompleteafull applicationafterhismotherpassed away,riskinghisrighttostayintheonly homehe’dknownformorethan40 years.”

Frustratedbytheseinjustices,she said,LeereachedouttotheDelaware ManufacturedHomeOwners’Association(DMHOA),whereshefound“a

groupofpassionateadvocates”whonot onlyhelpedherunderstandtheintricaciesofthelaw,shesaid,butalsowelcomedherrealestateexpertiseand perspective.

“Noone shouldlosetheirhomeor equityoveratechnicality,”shesaid. “SB56bringsclarityandmuch-needed protectionfortenants.”

“Erin’sinvolvementwithDMHOA andherdedicationtoSB56showwhat goodagentsdobest:theyadvocate,educate,andstandupforpeoplewhenit mattersmost,”saidMaryNilesDayton, teamleaderatKellerWilliamsRealty DelawareBeaches.“We’reproudtohave heronourteam.”

Homeownersinland-leasecommunitiesarebeingencouragedtovisit DMHOA.orgformoreinformation. Leealsoencouragedallleased-landtenantstojointheirHOA(oftenonly$20 to25peryear,shesaid)orcontact DMHOAforhelpgettingonestarted.

“Resident-runHOAsareessentialin supportingtenantsandaddressingconcerns,”Leesaid.

Chesapeakecustomersfacingfirstbasegasratehikeinnineyears

OnJune18,theDelawarePublic ServiceCommission(PSC)approved thesettlementofChesapeakeUtilities Corporation’s(Chesapeake)naturalgas baseratecase.Asaresultofthesettlement,Chesapeakeresidentialhome heatingcustomerswillseearateincrease of6percentandnon-heatingcustomers willseearateincreaseof6.5percent.

Foranaverageresidentialhomeheatingcustomer,thatwillresultinanincreaseofapproximately$5.37per month,andforanaverageresidential non-heatingcustomer,anincreaseofapproximately$2.74permonth.

ChesapeakefileditsratecaseonAug. 12,2024,initiallyseekinganincreasein itsrevenueof$12.1million,raisingthe requestedincreaseto$12.8millionin laterfilings.Chesapeake’sratecasewas itsfirstrequesttoincreasebasegasrates innineyears.

Throughthesettlement,theamount oftheoverallrateincreasewasreduced fromChesapeake’sinitialrequestof $12.1milliontoafinalsettlementof $6.1 million,loweringtheimpactofthe rateincreaseonChesapeakecustomers.

“Weknoweverydollarcountsfor Delawarefamilies,sowepushedtocut Chesapeake’soriginalrequestbyhalf,” saidDelawarePublicAdvocateJameson Tweedie.“Thisagreementkeeps monthlyfixedchargesthesameand helpslimittheimpactoncustomer bills.”

Thesettlementalsoensurestherewill benoincreasestomonthlyfixedcustomerchargesormiscellaneouscharges byChesapeake.Thesettlement,officials noted,istheresultofextensivenegotiationsbetweentheDivisionofthePublic Advocate,staffforthePSCandChesa-

peake,andreflectsamutualbalancingof variousissuesandpositions,theysaid. Chesapeakeimplementedinterim ratesonMay1thatmatchthesettle-

mentamount.Asaresult,Chesapeake customerswillnotseeachangeinrates onfuturebills.Thesettlementdoesnot resolvearatedesignissuethatwas

raisedinthecase,officialsnoted.That willbeaddressedthroughacontinuing PublicServiceCommissionproceeding, theysaid.

Beach&BayCottageTour

Beach&BayCottageTournowunderway

Oneofthemostanticipatedeventsof summerinSouthernDelawareistheBeach &BayCottageTour,andthisyear’stouris nowunderway.

Thisyear’s33rdtourhasbothin-person andvirtualcomponents.Thevirtualportion ofthetour,featuring10homesinavariety ofstylesandpersonalities,istakingplace nowandwillcontinuethroughAug.3. Sevenofthehomes,whichhavebeenpreselected,willbepresentedforin-person viewingWednesday,July23,andThursday, July24.

Thehomesarelocatedalongtheshore fromFenwickIslandtoNorthBethany,in downtownBethanyBeachandinland,includingcanalandbayviews.Ofthe10 homesonthisyear’stour,sevenwillbe availableforin-personviewingbyholders ofComboTickets.

The33rdBeach&BayCottageTouris beingpresentedbyLeslieKoppandthe LeslieKoppGroup.Thisyear’sPlatinum housesponsorsincludeBruceMearsDesign/Build,CRxConstruction,84Lumber, GarthEnterprises,Heather’sHome Works,MarnieCustomHomes,andPNC Bank.GoldSponsorsfor2025include SEAStudioArchitectsandJonathonSelwayArchitects.

Eachofthe10homesfeaturesaprofes-

sionally-producedvideothatofferstourpatronsanopportunitytovieweachhomeas oftenastheywantfromanywhereduring thethree-weekVirtualTourperiod throughAug.3.Thevideopresentationis beingsponsoredbySchellBrothers.

BusesfortheFenwickIslandHomes aresponsoredbyPNCBank.Virtual-only ticketsarepricedat$35,andComboticketsat$50.Theymaybepurchasedonly throughtheCottageTour’swebsiteat beachandbaycottagetour.com.

“Wewillonlysell1,000Combotickets thisyear,andtheymaybeusedoneither WednesdayorThursday,”saidKathy Green,tourchair.“AndholdersofCombo ticketswillreceiveaprintedtourbooklet sponsoredbyNatelliHomeswhichcovers all10homes;ahangtagsponsoredbyPohankaofSalisbury;anda33rdAnniversary ToteBag.”

Thetotebagsponsorsfor2025are AnniePowellDelVecchio,theTownof BethanyBeach,PNCBank,SeaColony RecreationalAssociation,G&EHocker’s SupermarketsandScott&Schuman.

“And,ofcourse,themediasponsorfor thisyearistheCoastalPoint,”saidGreen.

NoCottageTourwouldbecomplete withouttheraffles,andthisyear’sraffleis beingsponsoredbyNallyHomes.The

winnersoftheDinnerRafflewilldineat eithertheCaféon26,BethanyBlues,the BlueCrab,DiFebo’sRestaurant/Market, FinsAleHouse–Bethany,Good Earth/Flavor,Honey’satStation26,J.R.’s SeafoodShack,Mancini’s,Mango’s, Mickey’sFamilyCrabHouse,Offthe Hook,theParkway,Patsy’s,Perucci’s, Rosenfeld’sJewishDeli,theSaltedRim, TheStation/Pantry,SoDelConcepts restaurantsorTouchofItaly.

TheArtRaffle,featuringlocalartists, offersframedartworkfromTaraFunk Grim,LauraHickman,ClaireHoward, WayneLyons,JeanneMueller,DamonPla, DebRose,AmandaSokolskiandCheryl Wisbrock.Ticketsforbothrafflescost$1 eachandavailableonlineonlyatbeachandbaycottagetour.com.WinnerswillbeselectedonAug.4andnotifiedonthatday.

WiththeAdoptaHouseprogramfor hostesses,manyorganizationswillalsobe involvedinthe2025tour.Participantsthis yearincludetheBarefootGardeners,BaysideLadies,BearTrapLadies,Bishop’s LandingLadies,CoastalGardeners,Forest Landing,FriendsofEileenGiaquinto, FriendsofMargaretOliver,Gardenersby theSea,LadiesofBayForest,Ladiesof WindhurstManor,LindaBroderick& Friends,LordBaltimoreWomen’sClub,

MillvillebytheSea,Reserve’sBeachGals, SaltAirGardeners,SaltPondWomen’s Club,SouthCoastalVillageVolunteers andWomen’sCivicClubofBethany Beach.

“Iwanttothankallofthehundredsof volunteersthatmakethistourasuccess,” saidGreen.“Inparticular,Iwouldliketo recognize ourTourCommitteefortheeffortsthattheyhaveputintothistoursince lastyear.And,ofcourse,ourtourwould notbepossiblewithoutthecooperationof thehomeownerswhohaveagreedtoshare theirhomeswithourcommunity.”

TheCottageTourisproducedbythe FriendsoftheSouthCoastalLibrary (FOSCL).Itisthegroup’smajorannual fundraiserandtheprincipalsourceof FOSCL’sfundingfor2025and2026.As inthepast,allnetproceedsdirectlybenefit thelibrary’soperations.

Topurchasetourticketsorraffletickets,ortomakeadonation,gotobeachandbaycottagetour.com.

“Treatyourselftoaspeciallookatsome oftheloveliesthomesintheBethanyarea whilebenefitingoneofourcommunity ’s bestassets—ourSouthCoastalLibraryin BethanyBeach,”Greensaid.

Thehomesonthe2025CottageTour include:

2025Beach&BayCottageTourHomes

ThehomesthatmaybetouredinpersonbyholdersofCombotickets only(andarealsoavailableonthevirtualtour)include:

In-PersonHome1— SussurodelMar

(Home1isbeingsponsoredbyGold SponsorJonathonSelwayArchitects.) Searchingforaseasidevacationhome, theownersofthishomeweredrawnto thewelcomingcommunityofFenwickIsland.In2018,theyfoundtheperfectspot —anoceanfrontcornerpropertywitha beautifulsmallcottage.Theybeganplanningalargerhome,onethatwouldbea welcomedretreatandagatheringspotfor familyandfriends.Itwas“alaboroflove” thattooktwoyears.

Thecottagewasreplacedwithamodernhome,whichtheycall“Susurrodel Mar,”completedin2023.Waterviews takecenterstageinthehome’sdesign.Expansivedecksontwolevelsandthethirdfloorgreatroomprovidepanoramicviews ofthebeachandocean.Spectacularviews ofthebaycanalsobeseenfromarooftop vantagepoint,completewithagarden,hot tubandseatingarea.Thehome’sgarapa Brazilianhardwoodsidingwithmitered cornersandhiddennailsgivesthehomea

cleanandseamlesslook.Theowners wantedadesignthat,whilemodern,fitin withthenaturalcoastallandscape.

Thehome’sinteriorrivalsthestunning waterviews.Theownerssharedavisionof amodern,unclutteredhomebutthey wantedtoavoidastark,industrialaesthetic.Tomakethecontemporaryhome feelwarmandinviting,naturallightshines throughfloor-to-ceilingwindows.Beautiful,built-incontinuousgraincherrywood cabinetsonbothfloorsofferasimpleelegancewhileprovidingfunctionalstorage space.

Inaddition,thehomehasplentyof wallspacetoshowcasetheowner’sphotographsandartworkfromlocalandinternationalartists.Texturedlinensandbright antiquerugsprovidepopsofcolorwhile playfulartifactsandsculpturesadd whimsy.SusurrodelMarprovesthat modernlinesandeclectictreasurescan createabeautifulharmonyofdesign.

InPersonHome2— TheStricklandHome

OnalargeendlotinFenwickIsland, OkemahandBillStricklandbuiltan amazinghomeonthebay.Whilethe waterviewsareimpressive,theowners’ prioritywastocreateacomfortable

gatheringplacefortheirclose-knitfamilyofsixadultsandfivegrandchildren. Thisactivefamilyenjoysboating tripsfromtheirtwodocks,relaxingin the saltwaterpool,sittingaroundthe firepitandsharingamealonascreened porchequippedwithakitchenandTV. Indoors,thefirstfloorhasconversationalspacesanddeckswithexpansive viewsofthebayandamagnificentcrisp whitekitchenareasizedforchildren andadults.

TheStricklandsdesignedthesecond floorprimarilyfortheirtwoadultsons andtheirfamilies.Ensuitebedroomsare spaciousandlovely.Forthechildren, thereisanenchantingmermaid-themed bedroom,acharmingturtle-inspired bunkroomanda“FindingNemo”-designbedroom/playroom,allbrightly decorated.Asimulator/theaterroomallowsadultstopracticegolf,andthe childrencanwatchtheirfavorite movies.

Afterdecoratingtwospacious homes,OkemahStricklandwelcomed theopportunitytostartwithaclean canvas,acknowledgingheraesthetic sensibilityhadevolved.Shebeganwith thefirstitemshefoundandloved—a beautifulsmokyglasslightingfixtureto hang overafuturediningroomtable.

“Therestofthedécoranddesign waspredicatedaroundthat,”shesaid. Againstlightgreywalls,sheusedher favoritecolor,navyblue,inaccentwalls, bedlinens,pictureframes,nautical itemsandfloralbouquets.Fromthe largestfurniturearrangementstothe smallestcrystalknobs,herdecorating skillsshinethrough.Thishomeisa wonderfulplacetofinddesignideasto makeadultsandchildrenfeelwelcome.

InPersonHome3— TheChambers-McCallamHome (Home3issponsoredbyPlatinum SponsorCRxConstruction.) HavingoutgrowntheirbaysideFenwicktownhouseastheirfamilyexpandedfromsixto14,SueChambers andDennisMcCallambeganayearslongsearchforalargerspace.Their searchendedin2022withthepurchase ofalarge1990homeinthenearby oceansideCurvesneighborhood.Althoughthehouserequiredsignificant work,ithadsolidbones,sevenbedroomsandstunningoceanviewsfrom multiplevantagepoints.

Asaself-described“serialrenovator,”

CottageTour

Chamberswasundeterredbytheneed forrepairsandimmediatelyundertooka fullupdate,completingthetransformationin2023.Themoderncoastaldesign featurescleanlines,expansivewindows tocapturetheoceanviewsandanopen conceptwithlightwoodfloorstofoster airyspaciousness.

Thehome’sstyleblendstherelaxed charmofcoastallivingwiththerustic warmthoffarmhousedesign,incorporatingnaturalaccentsofdriftwoodand wovenlinentexturestoenhancethe cozyambiance.Favoritepiecescrafted bylocalartisans,coupledwithweatheredmetallightingfixtures,addcharactertothecomfortableatmosphere.A lower-levelfamilyroomleadstoaprivatepoolandrecentlyupdatedpool house,offeringplentyofopportunityfor thisgrowingfamilytorelaxandenjoy theiroceansideretreat.

InPersonHome4–TheBucherHome

(Home4issponsoredbyGold SponsorSEAStudioArchitects.)

Aftervacationingintheareafor manyyearstheBucherfamily’sdream ofhavingtheirownhomeherebecome arealitywiththepurchaseofabayfront lotinSouthBethany.Theyworkedwith

localarchitectScottEdmonstontodesignamodern,light-filledhomeincorporatingpanoramicviewsofthe neighboringmarshland.Missionaccomplished!Viewsofwater,wildlife andsunsetsaboundoneverylevel.

“It’slikelivinginadifferentlandscapepaintingeveryday!”saidAmy Bucher.

Themainfloorisbathedinlight fromamassivebankofsouth-facing two-storywindowsthatcapturesweepingviewsofthewetlandsfromevery vantagepoint.Acentralsteel-and-glass staircase,highlightedbythestreaming lightasitrisestothesoaringtwo-story ceiling,providesanaturalseparationbetweenthecomfylivingroomandthe sleekkitchenanddiningareas.Double slidersfullyopentoasidedeckforadditionalindoor/outdoorentertaining space.Theprimarybedroomandanadjoining officecompletethemainfloor.

Upstairsaglass-frontedcatwalkfaces thewindowbankandleadstothreeensuitebedroomsandawetbar.Arooftop decklies,abovewith360degreeviews oftheentirearea.

Theinteriorofthehouseisdesigned foreasymaintenance,withwaterfriendlyconcretefloorsonthelower andmainlevels,andluxuryvinylplank flooringupstairs.Whitewallsare warmedbywood-likeceramicaccent tilesinthelivingroomandkitchen.The comfortablefurnishingsemployneutral tonestoallowtheviewsandartworkto

adddepth,textureandcolor.Built-in cabinetryandampleclosetskeeptheinteriorclutter-freeandserene.

Theexteriorofthismultilevelcontemporaryisdominatedbythetowering wallofglasswindowsfacingthewetlandsandthedramaticpeakedroofline, asignatureSEAStudiofeature.The modernfacadeissoftenedbytheinterplayofwhitesidingandhorizontal woodslataccents,andisgroundedby an abundanceofnativefoundation plantings.

InPersonHome5— TheLindsey-LoftusHome

(Home5issponsoredbyPlatinum SponsorPNCBank.)

Atjust950squarefeet,thischarming1950SouthBethanycottageisa perfectexampleofvacationbeach homesofthatera,withjustthreebedroomsandonebathroominitssmall originalfootprint.Thehomewaspurchasedin2015byEliseLindseyand MichaelLoftus,whogaveitaquick faceliftbeforemovinginforayearto monitortheconstructionoftheirnew canalfronthomeonaprimecornerlot downthestreet.(Somemayremember thathomefromthe2022tour.)

Theplanthereafterwastousethe cottageforfamily,friendsandoverflow guestsfromtheirprimaryhome.By 2018,itwasinneedofacompleteupdatetomakeitmorecomfortableand

functionalforfrequentguests.Therenovationbeganwitharealignmentofthe originallayoutandgrewtoincludethe additionofanextrabedroomandbathroom,acompletelynewkitchen,windows,siding,HVAC,anoutdoorshower andanenlargeddeckoverlookingthe canal.

Paintingtheoriginalknottypine wallswhiteandaddingwhiteshiplapin thebedroomslightenedtheentirehouse inside.Outside,theflower-ladenwindowboxesandblueawningsflanking thetealfrontdoorgiveaboostofcurb appealtothiscozywaterfrontcottage, helpingitretainitsoriginalhistoric charm.

InPersonHome6— TheFavingerHome

(Home6issponsoredbyPlatinum Sponsor84Lumber.)

Thispeaceful,welcominghomehas quiteastory.Itbeganasaprefabhome onCoastalHighwayadvertisingNanticokeHomes,theonlymodular-home builderinDelawareatthetime.In 1985,itwasre-assembledonalotina smallBethanyBeachcommunity.Then, 34yearslater,KarenandTomFavinger boughtthehomeasarentalproperty. Itwasn’tlongbeforethehome’sstory tookadramaticturn.TheFavingers lovedthecommunity,withitsvarietyof

homestylesanditsproximitytothe beach,theirchurch,downtownBethany Beachandtennis.Astheyreasoned, “Youcanchangeahome,butyoucan’t changeitslocation.”Lookingpastthe home’ssmallfootprintanddeteriorating condition,theFavingersimaginedtheir futurehome.

Movingfromalarge,colonial-style housetoasmall,datedcottagemight givesomepeoplepause,butthe Favingersembraceditenthusiastically. Ratherthanrazethehouseandbuild anew,theycreatedtheir“coastalmodern”dreamhomethroughrenovation. Wantingafirst-flooropenconceptfor entertaining,theymovedthekitchen fromthebackofthehousetothefront tocreatealargerspaceforprep,cooking andconversation.TheunstableFlorida

roominspiredagreatroomwithmany windowsandahigherceiling,foraspacious,airyfeel.

TheFavingersalsowantedthefirst floortobeself-contained,withaprimarysuite,laundryroomandscreened porchsotheycouldagegracefullyin place.Thesecondfloorwouldhavean office/bedroom,secondbedroomanda Jack-and-Jillbathroomforfamilyand guests.Thebeautiful,unclutteredhome istestamenttoa“lessismore”philoso-

phy,filledwithingeniousspace-saving andstoragefeatures,anddesignedwithoutsacrificingwhatwasimportantto them.

InPersonHome7—

(Home7isproudlysponsoredby PlatinumSponsorMarnieCustom

CottageTour

Homes.)

TheLahloufamilylovestheBethany area.AlthoughtheyownedaSouth Bethanyhomeformanyyears,theyalways“dreamedaboutbeingoceanfront.” Theirdreamwasrealizedwhenanoriginalcottageonaslim17-foot-wide beachfrontlotbecameavailablein BethanyBeach.Theoldcottagewas eventuallyreplacedwiththeirnew home,affectionatelycalled“NarrowEscape.”

TheLahloubeachfronthomeisan inventivearchitecturalsolutiontobuild-

ingonanarrowlot.Thedesignfeatures twoseparatehomesconnectedbyadeck withaswimmingpool,offeringample livingspacebybuildingupandprioritizingoceanviews.Theviewsareparticularlystunninginthemainhome’sgreat roomandprimarysuite.Thehomeis lightandairy,andneverfeelscramped, despiteitsnarrowprofile.

Oceansidewall-to-wallglassdoors andnumerousfloor-to-ceilingwindows inbothhomesofferlotsofnaturallight andoceanviews.Highceilings,perfectly sizedfurnitureandneutralwallscreatea spaciousfeel.Awonderfullyappointed chef’skitchenandsixensuitebedrooms imbueasenseofcoastalluxury.

Thisuniquehomehasmanybeauti-

fulelements.ShariLahlou’seyefordetailandhertalentformixingunusual, modernpieceswithmoretraditionalaccentsisimpressive.Sparklingaccents andgoldtoneswarmeachspace.She enhancedthehome’ssenseofspaciousnessbybalancinglinearelementswith curves.Forexample,therectangular dining tablefeaturescurvedbrasslegs andcircularaccentsonboththetable andlights.

Bymeticulouslychoosingtheappropriatehardware,incorporatingvibrant colorsthroughartwork,andcompleting theroomwithinterestingandbrightly coloredlighting,shehascreated“anelevatedcoastal”homeforfamilyand guests.

Note:Homes8-10willonlybeseen virtuallybyallticketholders.

Virtual-OnlyHome8— TheSantryHome

(Home8issponsoredbyPlatinum SponsorHeather’sHomeWorks.)

TheSantryfamilylovedeverything abouttheirfirstsummerintheBethany area.AsBrookeSantryexplained,“My husband,Adam,alwayswantedtolive nearwater,”andthiswastheirchance. TheyweredrawntoSouthBethany, withitspeacefulsettinganddedicated

Bullisnamed to2024-2025ODAC All-AcademicTeam

ShenandoahUniversity’sTaylor Bullis,aresidentofMillsboro,wasone ofaschool-record358SUstudent-athletesnamedtothe2024-2025OldDominionAthleticConference All-AcademicTeaminselectionsannouncedbytheconferenceonJuly9. Thisyearmarkedthesecondstraight thatShenandoahhashadmorethan 300ODACAll-Academichonorees, andthisyear’stotalis29morethanSU hadin2023-2024.

TheHornetstrailedonlyWashington&Lee(539)intotalODACAllAcademichonoreesandwasoneofonly threeschoolstoeclipse300(Lynchburg had341).Inall,theODAChad3,364 honoreesandtopped3,000forthesecondstraightyear.

EligibilityfortheODACAll-AcademicTeamisopentoanystudent-athletewhocompetesina conference-sponsoredsport,regardless ofacademicclass.Prospectivehonorees mustachieveatleasta3.25gradepoint averagefortheacademicyeartobeconsideredforODACAll-AcademicTeam recognition.

Forthefulllistof2024-25ODAC All-Academichonorees,visitodaconline.com.

ShenandoahUniversitywasestablishedin1875,andisheadquarteredin Winchester,Va.,withadditionaleducationalsitesinClarkeandLoudoun counties,andonlineofferings.Shenandoahisaprivateuniversitywithapproximately4,400studentsinmorethan 200areasofstudyinsixdifferent schools.Formoreinformation,visit su.edu.

JackonamedtoLa SalleDean’sList

LaSalleUniversityrecentlycongratulatedKaylaJackoofMillsboroasone ofthemorethan500traditionalundergraduatestudentsnamedtothespring 2025Dean’sListinrecognitionofacademicexcellence.Studentswhocompleteatleast12creditsandearna semestergradepointaverageof3.5or higherareplacedontheDean’sList. Jackoismajoringinnursing.

LaSalleUniversityisaLasallian CatholicuniversitylocatedinPhiladelphia.Itisrootedinthetraditionofthe BrothersoftheChristianSchools teachingorderfoundedbySt.John BaptistdeLaSalle,thepatronsaintof teachers.Theschoolwascharteredin 1863bytheCommonwealthofPennsylvania.Learnmoreatlasalle.edu.

SunfestivalDancetotakeplaceAug.31

Formany,theannualLaborDay weekendSunfestivalNightofDance hostedbyCAMPRehobothisthe highlightofthesummer.Thedanceis intwoparts,eachwithaworld-classDJ. ItwillbeheldintheRehobothBeach ConventionCenter,withdoorsopening at7p.m.andthefuncontinuinguntil1 a.m.

Sunfestivalisamajorfundraiserfor CAMPRehoboth,whichiscommitted tocreatingandmaintaininganinclusive environmentinSouthernDelaware. T icketsareavailableat

camprehoboth.org/sunfestival.

Thefirstdanceoftheeveningisa discoteadancefeaturinglegendaryStudio54DJRobbieLeslie.Leslie,who hasplayedattopclubsaroundthe world,considersthedanceflooraliving organism.

“It’sachemicalreaction,”hesaid,“a verydynamicfusionofthemusic,the crowd,everythingthecrowdhasexperiencedthatday,thatweek,thisisthe culminationof.That’sthebeautyofit. …Itrespondsinstantaneously.”

Respected asoneofthefirst-genera-

tionDJs,Lesliehasbeenamajorfeature atSundance/Sunfestivalsincethetea dancedebutedin2018.

It’s“theicingonthecakeofsummer eventsforme,”hesaid.“Iloveplaying thiswonderfulparty!” HispopularityinRehobotheven predatesthat.

“I’vebeenplayinggigshereallthe waybacktoCloud9andotherclubs,” Lesliesaid.

Theseconddanceoftheeveningwill featurecrowdfavoriteJoeGauthreaux, “whoisknownforputtinghisheartand

soul intoeveryperformance,every musicproduction,andeverypodcast.” Hisstylewasdescribedasprimarily vocalhousemusicinfusedwithtribal rhythmsandmelodictrancebeats.

“Gauthreauxisoneofthemost sought-afterDJsandproducersinthe industry,”organizerssaid,andhas playedatNewOrleans’OzNightclub, theURGEFestival,WinterPartyFestival,WEPartyMadrid,WhiteParty— PalmSpringsandZurich,SongKran

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upcoming Events

Rain or Shine - 7 AM until Sold Out

$10 for Half a Chicken & Chips, Beverages Available Rt. 1 at Bethany’s National Guard Training Base

Prime Rib Dinner (5 - 7 PM) • Live Music (7 - 10 PM)

Scrambled Eggs, Potatoes, Sausage, French Toast, Chipped Beef Gravy,Toast, Fruit Cocktail, Coffee, Juice, Pastries Price: $15 (Over Age 12), $7.50 (12 & Under) What a Bargain!

Burgers & Dogs (5-7 PM) • Live Music (6-9 PM)

with Tommy D (6 - 8 PM)

Tasty Food Items Available (5 - 7 PM) Darts Downstairs (6 - 8 PM)

Every Tuesday (5-7PM) - ARRIVE EARLY!

Tasty Menu Food Items Available (5-7PM)

$50 per Dozen

Must Order from the Bar BEFORE Tuesday at 2 PM

Live Music or DJ (7 - 10 PM)

First Monday of Each Month (August 4th at 7PM)

Open to all VFW and Auxiliary Members in Good Standing Come out and have a say in how your Post operates!

LUNCH DAILY (except Sunday) Noon-2:30 PM. Beat the Heat. Enjoy a Cold Beverage & Cool Sandwich Wraps. There’s Something for Everyone. Come Out & Enjoy Your Fellow Comrades

LocalstudentsnamedtoYork’sDean’sList

Morethan1,200YorkCollegeof Pennsylvaniastudentswererecognized fortheiracademicachievementwitha placeontheDean’sListfortheSpring 2025semester.Twolocalstudentsmade thelist:MeganFiqueofFrankford,majoringinhumanservices;andIan ShaubachofOceanView,majoringin businessadministration.

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Bangkok,NewYear’sRioandAtlantis Cruises,andhashadclubresidenciesin Miami,Chicago,D.C.,SanFrancisco andAtlanta.Healsowroteandproduced“YouAreMyFamily,”whichbecameagay-prideclassic.

LeslieandGauthreauxsaidtheylove workingtogether.

“Wehaveagreatchemistryinthe booth,”Lesliesaid.“Ibegintheparty andpeaktheroomjustbeforehetakes thehelmandshiftstheenergyintoan evenhighergear.”

Whatcanattendeeslookforwardto thisyear?

“Lookforsomeofthegreatestand most belovedclassicdancehitsandanthemsofthe’70s,’80sand’90sduring myset.Ican’twaittoseetheRehoboth Beachcrowdonceagain!”

“Theseworld-classDJswillofferan

dentmustberegisteredforatleast12 academiccredithoursandearnasemester GPAof3.50orhigher. Establishedin1787,YorkCollegeof Pennsylvaniaisaprivate,four-yearcollegelocatedinthecityofYork.Housed on190acres,thecollegeservesmore than3,500undergraduateandgraduate studentsinmorethan70baccalaureate majors.

unforgettablemusicaljourney,withclassicmirrorballmemories,dancefloor anthemsandthelatestclubbeats,all withinatransformedRehobothBeach ConventionCenter,fortheultimate dancepartytocloseoutthesummer.”

CAMPRehobothiscommittedto creatingandmaintaininganinclusive environmentforallparticipants,organizerssaid,sothosewithneedsrelatedto accessibilityshouldcontactaccessibility@camprehoboth.orgbyAug.15to ensureneedsmaybemet.

ProceedsbenefitCAMPRehoboth,a501(c)(3)nonprofitcorporation,andsupporttheactivitiesand programsitprovidestotheRehoboth community.Theorganizationoperatesa full-servicecommunitycenter;offersa varietyofactivities,culturalevents,service projectsandeducationalprograms; andadvocatesforacommunityofinclusioninSouthernDelaware.Formore information,gotocamprehoboth.org.

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thatraisesthebarhighfortheorchestra andfeaturesthetalentsoftheseamazing guestartists,”saidSoDelOCo-Founder andBoardPresidentStephenGreifer.“We promiseaneveningoffavorites,plusexplorationanddiscovery,aswestrollthrough someofthegreatestmusicfromsomeof themosticoniccomposersthisnationhas everproduced.”

ForCapeHenlopen,ticketscost$25for adultsor$10forstudents;andchildren10 oryoungerareadmittedfreeofcharge.And asaspecialwelcometotheMilfordcommunity,veterans,students,facultyandstaff

canattendtheMilfordconcertforfree.

SoDelOisalsomakingitsdebutappearanceattheFreemanArtsPavilionon Aug.12at7p.m.Generaladmissiontickets cost$19,whilechildren12oryoungerdo notneedtickets.Theorchestrawillperformthe“America’sMusic”programfrom theJuly19weekend,withsomespecialsurprisesinstore.

Ticketsforallofthesummerperformancesarenowavailableatwww.sodelomusic.org.

SoDelOmusicianswilloffer25halfhoursessionsteachingpercussion,soprano recorder,dancingandsinging,andwillintroduceinstrumentsoftheorchestraina hands-onsetting.

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lifeguardstoprotecttheiryoungfamily. Theyboughtanolder,oceanfronthome torenovateastheirsummerhomebut soondecidedanewbuildwouldbetter suittheirfamily.

BrookeSantrycreatedabeautiful, family-friendlyhome,takingfulladvantageofthegloriousoceanviews.Asshe saidlightheartedly,theywantedaplace “toenjoywithoutfeelingworriedabout guests/childrendestroyingit.”Forinspiration,shedrewuponaplacetheylove: Charleston,S.C.Evokingthecity’s charm,thefrontporcheshaveSouthern-styledrailingsand“haintblue”ceilings,windowboxesfilledwithflowers andgaslanterns.Recallingfeaturesof Charlestonhomes,BrookeSantryexpertlyusedpatternedwallpaperinsoft shadesofblueandsometimespalepink tocustomizearoomorhighlightawall. Carefullychosenrugs,lighting,accessoriesandfurniturecombineasenseof Southernelegancewithpracticaldurability.

Tocontinueherself-described “Southerncoastal”aesthetic,shechose Florida—specificallyPalmBeach—to inspirethespacestheirthreedaughters share.Theirbunkroomsuiteincludessix bedsforextraplaymates,brightpink laddersandcutoutsforcherishedpossessions.Adelightfulraspberry-tiled bathroomisperfectlysizedforkids.

Dividedbyawall,thesuitealsohasa playroomwithalargeroundtablefor craftsandreading,andbuilt-inshelving andwovenbasketstoholdsupplies, toys,favoritebooksandfamilyphotos. ThewallsareadornedwithFloridianinspiredsundresseswornbytheSantrys’ threedaughterswhentheywere younger.Thiscolorfulspaceisajoyfor childrenandhighlightsBrookeSantry’s flairfordesign.

Virtual-OnlyHome9— TheMartinezHome

(Home9issponsoredbyPlatinum SponsorGarthEnterprises.)

ThisrecentlyrenovatedBethany Beachhouserepresentsaperfectprescriptionforcombiningformwithfunctionby addingtheextraspacethatthegrowing familyneededwhileretainingitsclassic shingled-cottagecharm.

Thestylized“RX”housesignnearthe frontentryproudlyreferencesAnneMartinez’sgrandfather,aD.C.-areasurgeon. Heboughtthelotmorethan60yearsago for$4,500andbuiltthehousein1969for $28,000.It’sremainedinthefamilyever since,asafavoritesummerretreat.AninitialupdatebyAnneandFrankMartinez in2009wasfollowedbyamajorrenova-

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Theadditionofjust5feetcreateda larger,morecomfortable,open-concept livingspacefortheirextendedfamily gatherings.Thesecond-floorfront screenedporchwasenclosedwithwraparoundwindowstobringinnaturallight fromthreedirections,andalargescreened porchwithfireplacewasaddedtotherear ofthehouse.

Mearswastodesignahomethatmet hisclients’needswithintheconfinesof thepreviouslylaidpilings.

Buildingontheiryearsofexperience spendingsummersinTowerShores,this NewYorkfamilycollaboratedwith Mearstodesigneachleveloftheirnew four-levelhomewiththoughtfulattentiontodetailsthataccommodateeveryone’svacationneeds.

Asereneneutralstylepermeatesthe home,withwhiteoakshiplapaccentsand naturalstoneelementsaddingdepthand character.Asurprisecontrastcanbe foundinthedistinctivelymodernfirstfloorpowderroomwithblackmatte shiplapwallsandauniqueBulgarianterrazzoutilitysink.

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A powderroomintheground-floor garageprovidesconvenientpost-beach accessandisadjacenttotwooutdoor showers,leadingtoamudroomand beachlaundryroom.Nearby,anexercise roomandensuitebunkroomthatsleeps eightcontainthebusycomingsandgoingsoftheirkids.

Thesecondfloorisdedicatedtovisitingguestsandincludesthreeensuite bedrooms,anoffice,guestlaundryroom, powderroomandafullyequippedguest loungeopeningouttothepooldeck and gasfirepit.Theopen-conceptupper levelisdesignedforeasyentertaining, withastunninglighted,glass-enclosed winecloset,amassivemarblekitchenisland,twoscreenedporchesandasecludedprimarysuitetuckedawayinthe rear.

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ArtinBloomisseekingartistsin kindergartenthrough12thgradeto submitoriginalworksofartwiththe theme“Happy250thBirthday,America!”fordisplayontheYoungArtist’s WallattheJunctionCourtyardoutside theLewesPublicLibrary.

Theartworkshouldbetwo-dimensional,onaflatsurface,andmadeof traditionalmedia.Artistsarebeingencouragedtousetheirimaginationsto designoriginal,creativepiecescelebratingAmerica’sbirthday.ArtinBloom committeememberswillselectpieces fromthreeagegroups:gradesK-5,6-8 and9-12.

Theselectedpieceswillbeenlarged anddisplayedinAprilof2026onthe replicatraindepotlocatedinthecourtyardbetweenthelibraryandtheJunctionBreakwaterTrail.

Formoreinformationandsubmissioninstructions,visittinyurl.com/JunctionArt2025.Artistsarewelcometo utilizethepublicscannerattheLewes librarytoscanartworkforsubmission. SubmissionsmustbereceivedbyOct. 31. Questionsmaybedirectedtoartinbloomlewesde@gmail.com.

ArtinBloomisasubcommitteeof LewesinBloomandacomponentof the501(c)(3)GreaterLewesFoundation,dedicatedtopromotingthebeautificationandmaintenanceofHistoric Lewesandthecommunityatlarge.

HistoryBookFestival announces2025lineup

Lewesisatownoffirsts,andthe firstandonlybookfestivalinthe countrydevotedexclusivelytohistory beganinthetownnineyearsago. Sincethen,thefestivalhasgrownexponentially,withmorethan6,000 peoplefromalloverthecountryattendinglastyear’sevent.Theninth annualHistoryBookFestival(HBF) issetforFridaytoSunday,Sept.2628.

HBFshowcasesnewhistoricalfictionandnarrativenonfictionfrom multiplesubjects,erasandvoices. Morethan90percentofthefestival’s authorpresentationsarefreeand opentoall,drawingreadersfrom30 statesandabroadtothisone-of-akindeventattheDelawarebeaches. HBFauthorsalsovisitDelaware classrooms,frompreschooltocollege, andthefestivalgivestheirbooksto schools,librariesandcommunityorganizations,aimingtoengagingand inspirereadersofallagestoenjoy learningabouthistory.

ThefestivalwillopenonFriday, Sept.26,withthecurrentlysold-out keynoteeventwithHamptonSides, NewYorkTimes-bestsellingauthor ofeighthistorybooks,including “GhostSoldiers,”whichwonthe PENUSAAwardforNonfiction. TheeventisbeingpresentedbyGriswoldHomeCareforSussexandKent Counties,andSallyMottFreeman& JohnK.Freeman,inpartnershipwith HistoricLewes.

Sideswilldiscusshislatestwork, “TheWideWideSea:ImperialAmbition,FirstContactandtheFateful FinalVoyageofCaptainJames Cook.”

TheticketedclosingeventonSunday,Sept.28,featuresthecelebrated latehistorianDavidMcCullough’s finalbook,“HistoryMatters,”shared byhisdaughter,DorieMcCullough Lawson,andhisresearchpartner, MichaelHill.

TheU.S.Life-SavingServiceHeritageAssociationannouncedthisweek thatits2025AnnualConferencewill takeplaceontheDelmarvaPeninsula, basedinOceanCity,Md.,Oct.23-25. Thethree-dayeventwillbringhistorians,preservationistsandthepublictogethertocelebrateandexploretherich legacyoftheU.S.Life-SavingService —theprecursoroftoday’sU.S.Coast Guard.

Thisyear’sconferencethemecenters onDelmarva’smaritimeheritage,and attendeeswilltravelthepeninsula

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“We’reexcitedaboutthisbook,” saidJenMason,HBF’sco-founder andchair.“AfterworkingwithMcCulloughforoverthreedecades, LawsonandHillreviewedthetrove ofrecordsandwritingsthatheleft. Thepiecesthattheyincludereadlike aretrospectiveonthevalues,curiosity, andskillsthatmadeMcCulloughan extraordinaryhistorian.Readingthe bookfeltlikesittingdowntohavea chatwithhim,anditleftmewitha renewedsenseofhopeandlovefor America.Itseemsfittingthatour friendsattheDelawareCommunity Foundationchosetofundthissingu-

throughouttheevent,visitinghistoric life-savingstationsandmaritimemuseumsinDelaware,MarylandandVirginia.Scheduledstopsincludethe OceanCityLife-SavingStationMuseum,theLewesLife-SavingStation andtheIndianRiverLife-SavingStation,amongothers.

“I’vebeenontheboardoftheheritageassociationsinceIwasthesite manageroftheIndianRiverLife-SavingStation,”saidLauraScharle,aconferenceorganizerwhoislocaltoOcean Pines,Md.“Theconferencehasn’ttaken

larevent.”

TheclosingeventwillbemoderatedbyIvanHenderson,theexecutive directoroftheDelawareHistorical Society,whosaid,“Wearehonoredto supportthe2025HistoryBookFestivalasaCommunityPartner—promotingthisinspiringeventtothe diverselearningcommunitieswe serveandmoderatingwhatpromises tobeacaptivatingconversationwith DorieMcCulloughLawsonand MichaelHillaboutDavidMcCullough’sfinalwork.Webelievedeeply inthepowerofdiversecommunities engaginginmeaningfulconversations abouttheevents,ideasandlessons thathaveshapedoursharedhistory.”

Visithistorybookfestival.orgfor moredetailsandtopurchaseclosing

placeonDelmarvasince2008,andI’m excitedtoshowcaseallofthestations andmuseumsinmyhomeregion.”

Theeventincludesexpert-ledpresentations,fieldtripsandnetworking opportunities,offeringauniqueexperienceforanyonepassionateaboutmaritimehistory,museumpreservationor earlyCoastGuardhistory.Theconferenceisopentothepublic,andanyone withaninterestinDelmarvahistoryis being encouragedtoattend.

Detailsandregistrationcanbefound atwww.uslife-savingservice.org.

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OnSaturday,Sept.27,attendees canaccesstheirchoiceof20author presentationsinvariousvenuesin Lewes,allfreeofcharge.Bookswill beavailableforpurchaseateach venue,andtheymayalsobeboughtin advanceatBrowseaboutBooksinRehobothBeachoratbiblioninLewes. Authorswillbeavailabletopersonalizebooksaftertheirpresentations, andattheendoftheday,presenters andaudiencescometogethertocelebrateanddiscusstheirfestivalexperienceata“spiriteddiscussion” presentedbyDogfishHeadBeer& Benevolence.

Formoreinformationonallpresentingauthorsandtheirfeatured books,gotohistorybookfestival.org.

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AnnualBookSale— TheFriendsofthe MillsboroPublicLibraryishavingitsannualbooksale.Thehoursare4to8p.m. onJuly16,9a.m.to6p.m.onJuly17 and18,and9a.m.to2p.m.onJuly19 —whichisBagDay.Buyallthebooksthat fitintheprovidedbagfor$8.Check,cash andcreditareallaccepted.Thebooksale willbeheldatTheScoutHut,acrossfrom MillsboroLittleLeagueat219W.State Street,Millsboro.

July17

SummerBibleStudy— SalemChurchwill beholdingaweeklySummerBibleStudyat 10a.m.TheywillbestudyingMaxLucado’sLifeLessonsfromJames.Participantsmaypurchasetheirownbook.

PourPaintingwithMarbles— Joinartist CindyStrouseatFrankfordPublicLibrary at10:30a.m.forafun,stress-freeacrylic pouringclasswhereyou’llcreateaunique abstractpaintingusingmarblesandyour owncustomcolorpalette—noexperience neededandallmaterialsprovided.Registrationisrequired.Questions,please call us:302-732-9351.We'reonFb@FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram@frankfordlibrary.

BabyBees— JoinFrankfordPublicLibrary onThursdaysat11a.m.foraBabyBees StoryTimeforchildren,ages0to3.Stories,songs,andinteractiveplaypromote earlyliteracyandengagementwithother childreninarelaxedsettinginthechildren'sroom.Registrationisnotrequired. Questions,pleasecallus:302-732-9351. We'reonFb@FrankfordPublicLibraryand In stagram@frankfordlibrary.

Let’sPlayGames:ForAdults— Join FrankfordPublicLibraryonThursdaysat1 p.m.toplaygamessuchasdominoes, Scrabbleandcards.Call302-732-9351or visitusonlineatfrankford.lib.de.us.Find usonFB@FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram@frankfordlibrary.

LegoClub— Callingallbuilders!Whether newtoLegosoraMasterBuilder,join FrankfordPublicLibraryat5p.m.toengageyourimaginationandbuildyourlatest Legocreat ion.Thisprogramisforages6 andup.Call302732-9351orvisitusonlineatfrankford.lib.de.us.FindusonFB @FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram @frankfordlibrary.

EmbracetheEnvironment— TheTownof FenwickIslandishostinganeventfocused onourlocalenvironmentatTownHallat1 p.m.Participantscandiscoverwaystoprotectandenhancetheenvironment,support floodmitigationandcreatevitalhabitats forwildlifeandpollinators.Therewillbe guest speakers,sweettreatsandraffle prizes.ParkingisavailableatTownHall andHolly’sTreasureChest.

July18

CommunityBlockParty— SalemChurch inSelbyvilleishostingaCommunityBlock PartyonthethirdFridayofeverymonthin thesummerfrom6to8p.m.Theeventis free,andopentoall.Bringyourownchair asyouenjoyfood,livemusic,bounce house,shavedice,face-paintingandmore.

FenwickFlicks—Moana2— TheTown ofFenwickIslandwillbeshowingMoana2 attheBay ardStreetBeach.Theevening kicksoffat8p.m.withfun-filledgames hostedbytheTown’slifeguards.Themovie willbeginatdusk.Bringyourblanketsand beachchairsforaneveningofcommunity, connectionandsummerfun.Theraindate isJuly19.

LearntoPlayMahjong— Mahjongisa fast-pacedgamethathascaptivatedplayersworldwideformorethanacentury. Combiningelementsofskill,strategy,and abitofluck,Mahjongiseasytolearnbut challengingtomaster.Thi sisthefirstsessionofaseven-sessionseriesatFrankford PublicLibraryat1p.m.Thefirstfour weekswillbeateachingperiod,then coachedplay.Registrationisrequiredfor theJuly18session.Youwillautomatically beregisteredforallsevensessions.$40 TaylorSwiftTrivia— JoinSouthCoastal

LibraryindoorsattheEvansParkCommunityCenter,32517DukesDr,Millville,DE 19967,at2:30p.m.forafunteamtrivia gameallaboutTaylorSwift!Prizes awardedto winningteammembers.Free, Forages10-17(Agesfirm!)Registrationis requiredandavailableathttps://southcoastal.lib.de.usorbyphoneat302-8585518.Walk-insacceptedifspaceallows. SponsoredbytheSouthCoastalLibrary, BethanyBeach,DE

July19

Pop-UpBookSale— StopbySouthCoastal Libraryat10a.m.foratwo-hourpop-up booksale!Findgreatbooksforgreat prices!Previousbestsellers,cookbooks, beachreads,children'smaterials&more! Sponsor edbytheFriendsoftheSouth CoastalLibrary.Helpsupportyourlocallibrary!SouthCoastalLibrary,43KentAv-

enue,BethanyBeach,DE19930 www.southcoastal.lib.de.us ChristmasinJuly— TheAmericanLegion AuxiliaryUnit24andtheSonsofAmerican LegionatPost24willhostaChristmasin Julydinnerfrom4to7:30p.m.Tickets cost$15inadvanceand$17atthedoor, unlesssoldout.Completeturkeydinner withallthefixings,afreedessertanda Christmas-themedco cktailforpurchase. WearyoursummeruglyChristmasattire, andyoucouldwinaprize.Guestscanalso purchaseticketsforthe$300cashprize drawingand50/50raffle.

July21

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SummerConcertSeries— Charlie&the CoolToneswillperformBuckOwensto BruceSpringsteenatHoltsLandingState Parkfrom6to8p.m.

PAWSforReading— Well-trainedteamsof dogsandownersprovideasupportiveand funwayforkidstogainconfidencein readingaloud,atSouthCoastalLibraryat 4p.m.Childrenreadfor15minutesand maybringtheirownbo okiftheywish. Ages5-plus.Mustcall(302)858-5518to register.HostedbytheSouthCoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue,BethanyBeach,DE 19930https://southcoastal.lib.de.us

July23

Women’sSummerBibleStudy— There willbeaNoHomeworkWomen’sSummer BibleStudybyChristianTateon2ndStreet andthebeachinBethanyBeachevery WednesdaythroughJuly30from8:30to 9:45a.m.Registrationisadvisedsoyou canbecontactedifcancelleddueto weather.Allwomenarewel come.Toregister,calltheofficeatMarinersBethel Churchat(302)539-9510orvisit marinersbethelchurchcenter.com.

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MahjongOpenPlay— FrankfordPublicLibrary’sMahjonggroupplaysWednesdays at1p.m.forcasualplay.Registrationis notrequired,butpriorplayingexperience ispreferred.Call302-732-9351orvisitus onlineatfrankford.lib.de.us.FindusonFB @FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram @frankfordlibrary.

MusicwithMissMaria— T hisprogramis designedforyoungchildrenandtheircaregiverstoenjoymovementandmusictogetherwithsinging,dancing,and instruments,atSouthCoastalLibraryat 10:30a.m.!Entryisavailableonafirstcome,first-servedbasis.Hostedbythe SouthCoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue, BethanyBeach,DE19930302-858-5518 www.southcoastal.lib.de.us

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ContinuingEvents

Clubs/Organizations

MarinesMeet— TheFirstStateDetachmentoftheMarineCorpsLeaguemeets onthefourthWednesdayofeachmonth attheDagsboroAmericanLegionPost 24.AnyMarinesandNavyCorpsmen whohaveservedintheCorps,andliving inSussexCounty,arewelcometojointo meettheirfellowveteransandconsider joiningtheorganization.Theirmissionis communityservicethroughcamaraderie andvolunteerism.Formoreinformation, call(571)332-8263.

Comm unityClub— TheSelbyvilleCommunityClubiswelcomingnewmembers,and meetsonthesecondThursdayofeach monthatSalemMethodistChurchat1 p.m.,withasocialhourfromnoonto1 p.m.Formoreinformation,visitselbyvillecommunityclub.orgoremailselbyvillewomensclub@gmail.com.

IntheGenes— SponsoredbytheLewes HistoricalSocietyandtheSussexCounty GenealogicalSociety,theGenealogistin ResidenceprogramisonthefirstSaturday ofeachmonthfrom 10a.m.to2p.m.in theReadingRoomattheLewesHistory Museum.MembersoftheSocietywillbe availabletohelpanyonewhohasquestionsabouttheirfamilytree.TheLewes HistoricalSocietyArchivesFamilyFileswill beavailableforresearch.Formoreinformation,visitthematscgsdelaware.orgor historiclewes.org.

VIPMeets— VIPisasocialgroupforvisually-impairedpersons,andmeetsthefirst andthirdWednesdayofeachmonthatthe MastersoncenteratSt.An nChurchfrom 1to3p.m.Newmembersarewelcome. Formoreinformation,call/text/leavea messageat(240)315-4361.

Women’sCivicClub— TheWomen’sCivic ClubofBethanyBeachmeetsonthesecondThursdayofthemonthatCripple creekCountryClubat10a.m.TheorganizationhasexpandedthroughoutSussex County,andhasbeenservingthecommu-

ita blepurposesandtheeducationofits members.Formoreinformation,orifyou areinterestedinattending,sendanemail topatishelen@msn.com.

LordBaltimoreLionsClub— TheLord BaltimoreLionsClubmeetsthefirstand thirdWednesdayofeachmonthatBig FishGrill.Thisisaserviceorganization thatperformsprojectsintheSussex countyarea.Formoreinformation,visit themonFacebook,atLordbaltimorelionsclub.orgorbyphoneat(301)543-0329.

RotaryMeets— S outhernSussexRotary meetsweeklyatDoyle’sRestaurantinSelbyvilleeveryThursdayat8a.m.Formore information,callBrendanCrottyat(302) 858-3234orvisit

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LordBaltimoreWomen’sClub— Organizedin1934,LordBaltimoreWomen’s Club(LBWC)iscelebratingits90thanniversaryofservicetoSussexCounty. LBWCisanon-profitorganizationwhich meetsthethirdMondayofeverymonth (SeptemberthroughJune)at11a.m.at CrippleCre ekGolf&CountryClubnear Dagsboro.Dedicatedtohelpingthelocal community,LBWCraisesfundsforeducationprojectsinlocalschools,scholarships forhighschoolstudents,veteran’sprogramsandothercharitableorganizations. Italsoprovidessocialopportunitiestofosterfriendship,camaraderieandindividual enrichmentamongitsmembers.Tolearn moreaboutLBWC,visitLbwclub.com.

BonsaiClub— TheSouthCoastalBonsai ClubmeetsthefirstWednesda yofeach monthfrom10a.m.tonoonatInland BaysGardenCenter.

WritersGuild— TheRehobothBeachWritersGuildsponsorsaweeklytwo-hour FreeWritesessionintheconferenceroom attheMillvilleTownHallfrom9to11a.m. Participants,18andolder,ofallskilllevelscanpracticecreativewritingina friendlyandnurturingatmosphere.Attendanceisfree.Formoreinformation,email

ofeachmonthat5:30p.m.Ifyouarea memberorinterestedinjoining,pleaseattend.MeetingsareheldattheAmerican LegionPost24inDagsboro.

Women’sClubofIndianRiver— The Women’sClubofIndianRiver(WCIR)isa non-profitdedicatedtoservingthecommunitiesinandaroundtheIndianRiver,as wellasstateandnationalorganizations. TheymeetthesecondMondayofeach month(fromSeptemberthroughJune)at theIndianRiverYa chtClubat10a.m.To learnmore,contactLynnat lthomp018@gmail.com.

SaltwaterFlyAnglersofDelaware— Fly fishermenandwomenofallagesandskill levelsareinvitedtoattendtheclub’s meetingsonthesecondWednesdayofthe month(FebruarythroughDecember)atthe RollingMeadowsClubhouseinLewesat7 p.m.Formoreinformation,anddirections, visitsfaod.com.

IrishMenMeet— IfyouareIrishbybirth ordescent,considerjoiningTheAncient OrderoftheHibernian s.Theyarewelcomingnewmembers,andmeetonthesecondThursdayofeachmonthatSt. EdmondsHallinRehobothBeachat6p.m. Formoreinformation,visitaoh.com,call ortext(516)770-1822oremailpcurran43@aol.com.

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WethePeople— "WethePeople"isaneffortputtogetherbyBillMurphytocelebratepatriotismandcelebratetheflag,by

meetingattheBethanyBeachbandstand everyWednesdayat8:30a.m.tosupport themilitary,lawenforcementandfirefig hterswhoserveandprotect.Allarewelcome.

AdultTime— AdultscanstopintheSouth CoastalLibraryanytimethey’reopento workonjigsawpuzzles,playcheckersor color.Thisisfree,andallmaterialsare provided.

BookDonations— SouthCoastalLibrary onlyacceptsbookdonationsfrom2to4 p.m.onTuesdays.Thereisalistontheir website,southcoastal.lib.de.us,ofwhat theydoordon’taccept.

TeleserviceNavigators— TheGeorgetownPublicLibraryhostsTeles erviceNavigatorseveryMondayfrom10a.m.to3 p.m.andeveryTuesdayfrom10a.m.to2 p.m.Gethelpwithvirtualresources,such astelehealthappointments,appointments withlawyersandsocialserviceappointmentsusingthenewTelehealthKiosk.A Navigatorwillbeatthelibrarytohelpset upvirtualappointments.Formoreinformation,call(302)856-7958,email georgetown.library@lib.de.usorvisitthe libraryat123WPineSt.,Georgetown. LaEsperanzainth eLibrary/Biblioteca TheGeorgetownPublicLibraryhosts LaEsperanzaintheLibrary/Biblioteca everyWednesdayfrom3:30to6p.m.Déjenosayudarlea:completarsuspapeles, interpretarsuscartas,inscribirseenlaes-

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cuela,renovarsusdocumentos,crearuna vidamajor,ymuchomás.LaEsperanza: (302)854-9262.

PawsforPeopleReadingTime— The GeorgetownPublicLibraryhostsPawsfor PeopleonthefirstandthirdThursdaysof everymonthfrom4to5p.m.Readaloud toafurry,friendlytherapycompanionto helpinspirealoveofreading.Offeredby PawsforPeople.Readersofallagesand stagesarewelcome.

ElementaryHomeschoolersProgram— TheGeorgetownPublicLibraryhostsits Homes choolProgramonthethirdTuesday ofeverymonthat1p.m.Everymonth, theyofferadifferentactivityforelementary-school-agedchildren.

SocratesCafé— SocratesCaféisagroup ofindividualsfromdifferentbackgrounds thatdiscussphilosophicalideas.Meetings arethefirstTuesdayofeachmonth,from 2to3:30p.m.attheBethanyBeach ChristianChurch.Everyoneiswelcome. Formoreinformation,callBonnieat5379440,orsendanemailto bonniejd.rae@gmail.c om.

FlipFive— AmericanLegionPost24in DagsboroishostingFlipFivegameson Wednesdaynightsfrom6-8p.m.Participantsmustarriveat6p.m.tobeeligible forwinner-take-allprize.Thiseventis opentothepublic.Youmustbe18-plusto attendorplay.Post24kitchenalsoserves from4-7p.m.Proceedsbenefit501(c) charities,withanemphasisonveteran programsandcommunity.

WingNight— AmericanLegionPost24in

DagsboroishostingWingNightevery Thursdayat6: 30p.m.Members,guests andthegeneralpublicareallinvited.

SeafoodNight— AmericanLegionPost24

inDagsboroishostingSeafoodNight everyFridayfrom4:30to7:30p.m. Karaokefollowsfrom7to11p.m.Members,guestsandthegeneralpublicareall invited.

DinnerNight— AmericanLegionPost24 inDagsboroishostingdinnereverySaturdayfrom4:30to7:30p.m.DJ/Karaoke willperformfrom7to11p.m.Members, guestsandthegeneralpublicareallinvited.

Communit yLuncheon— TheMariners Bethel’sHopeCenterishostinglunch everyTuesdayfrom11:30a.m.to1p.m. Theyserveachoiceofhomemadesoups, freshsandwichesandhomemade desserts.Carry-outisalsoavailable.

GriefShare— MarinersBethelGlobal MethodistChurchoffersafreeGriefShare supportgroupeverySundayfrom1to3 p.m.atthechurch.Therewillbevaluable guidanceandtipsondealingwiththeloss ofalovedone.Formoreinformation,call 539-9510.

ThriftShopO pen— TheBethelThriftShop willbeopenonWednesdaysandSaturdays,weatherpermitting,from10a.m.to 2p.m.Theyhavealargeselectionofgifts, holidayitems,clothing,householdwares, toys,books,jewelryandmoretobenefit thechurch’sprojects.Donationsofitems areacceptedeachdaytheyareopen.The ThriftShopislocatedat111Hazzard StreetinDagsboro.Formoreinformation, call(302)519-2984.

VFWChickenShack— TheVFWChicken ShackoperateseverySat urdayfromMay

17throughAug.30,rainorshine,from7 a.m.untilthefoodisgone.Itislocatedon Route1South,onthesouthsideofthe NationalGuardTrainingSiteinBethany Beach.Thecostisstillonly$10,andincludesahalfbarbecuedchickenanda bagofchips.Assorteddrinksandwater areavailablefor$1each.Allproceeds benefittheVFW,veteransandveteran services,aswellasourgeneralcommunity.

Politics

DemsMeet— The41stDemocratRD meetsthethirdThursdayofeverymonth atPizzaKingRestaurantinMillsboroat6 p.m.ThisisopentoanyDemocrats.For moreinformation,callTomBrettat(443) 257-2061.

ShoreDems— TheShoreDemocrats meetsattheDenatBearTrapDunes clubhousefrom11a.m.to1:30p.m.on thethirdWednesdayofthemonth.This isasocialorganizationthateducates,informsandcreatescamaraderieamong theirmembersthroughmonthlylunch meetingsthatfeatureengagingspeakers.Formoreinformation,vi sitshoredemocrats.com.

RepublicansMeet— The38thDistrictRepublicanClubmeetsthefourthMondayof themonth.Socialhoursbeginat6p.m., andthemeetingstartspromptlyat6:30 p.m.Informationontheclubandmeetings canbefoundat38thdrcp.com,orthrough emailatinfo@38thdrcp.com.

DemocratsMeet— The38thRepresentativeDistrictDemocraticCommitteemeets thefirstWednesdayofeverymonthat5 p.m.Formoreinformation,updateson

TellYourDoctorYouWanta BEEBESURGEON

Beebe’ssurgicaloncologists, JesusEsquivel,MD,and James Spellman,MD,arespecializedsurgeonswhotreatcancer patientsandhaveanextensiveknowledgeofthedisease, availabletherapies,andtheabilitytoguidepatientsthrough thebestplanofcareforthem.Theymanagevarioustypesof cancersandhandlecomplexandunusualcancercases.

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speakersandmeetin glocations,visit deldems38.orgoremailingthemat Deldems38@gmail.com.

SussexRepublicansMeet— TheSussex CountyRepublicanCommitteemeetsthe secondMondayofeverymonthatthe Millsborofirehall.Meetingsstartpromptly at6:30p.m.andallarewelcome.Informationonmonthlyguestspeakers,legislativeupdatesandmeetingupdatescan befoundatsussex.gop

Fitness/Health/Dance

TuningUptheTemple— Mariners BethelGMChosts“TuningUptheTemple”exercise/fitnessclassesonMondays,WednesdaysandFridays,from 8:30to9:45a.m.atTheHopeCenter. Theclassesaresession-based,not drop-in,socontactCarolLynchat(302) 745-8237orcklynch03@gmail.comfor moredetailsonthesefreeclasses.

YogaClasses— MarinersBethelGMC hostsyogaclassesat5p.m.on WednesdaysintheArmorRoom,upstairsinthechurchbuilding,with HeatherMurphy.Yogaisalsoofferedon Saturdayat9:30a.m.withMicoleLinehan.Thedro p-infeeforyogais$7. Classesareopentothecommunityand allarewelcome.

ZumbaClass— MarinersBethelChurchis holdingazumbaexerciseclassinthe HopeCentergymeveryMonday,WednesdayandFridayat10a.m.Thereisa$8 drop-infee.Noregistrationisnecessary, andallarewelcome.Formoreinformation,sendanemailto

beebehealthcare.org/surgeons

zumbabyjo@gmail.com.

MultipleMyelomaSupport— The DelawareMultipleMyelomaSupportGroup meetsthethirdSaturdayofeverymonth viaZoomfrom1to3p.m.Formoreinformation,contactSueIwahashiatmyelomaemailsue@gmail.com.

LineDancing— CapeHenlopenSenior Centerishostingline-dancingclasseson Mondays.Beginnersclassestakeplaceat 10a.m.,andImproversareat11a.m.For moreinformation,call(302)227-2055.

Al-Anon— Al-Anonisasupportgroupforthe familiesandfriendsofalcoholics.Meetings areheldeveryTuesday,from7to8:30p.m., atOceanViewPresbyterianChurch.For moreinformation,visitovpc.org.

ArgentineTango— TheLewesSeniorActivityCenterishostingArgentineTangoDancingonTuesdays,from7to9p.m.Adultsof allagesarewelcome,andnoexperienceor partnerisrequired.Thereisa$5fee,butthe firstvisitisfree.Enterthroughthebackdoor ofthefacility.Formoreinformation,visitthe grouponlineatTangoByTheBeach.com.

GeorgetownWalkers— TheGeorgetown PublicLibraryhostGPLWalkerseveryMondayat9a.m.Thewalkingclubgoesto SandhillFieldsfora30-to40-minutewalk, weatherpermitting.Thetrailbeginsatthe Murray’sLaneParkinglot,109-199Murrays Lane.Formoreinformation,call(302)8567958,emailgeorgetown.library@lib.de.usor visitthelibraryat123WPineSt.,Georgetown.

Tai-ChiClasses— BethelMethodistChurch ishostingfreeTai-ChiclassesonTuesdays

andThursdaysfrom10to11a.m.Thisis opentothepublic,andallarewelcome.Organizersdecribedtheclassesas“easy,”and casualattireissuggested.Formoreinformation,call(302)519-2984.

Stroke Support— Astrokesupportgroup meetsatPAMHealthRehabilitationHospital ofGeorgetownonthesecondTuesdayof everymonthat2p.m.Theclasswillconsist oflinkingintotheJeffersonHealthStroke supportGroupandalsohavein-personsupport. Reservationsarerecommended,but walk-insarewelcome.Formoreinformation, call(302)440-4866.

Alzheimer’sCaregiversMeeting— AmeetingforAlzheimer’scaregiversisheldthefirst andthirdThursdaysofeverymonthatthe OceanViewCHEERCenterat1p.m.The meetingslastforuptotwohours.

Pickleball— TheHopeCenteratMariners BethelishostingpickleballeveryMonday, WednesdayandFridayfrom11:30a.m.to 2:30p.m.

Al-AnonFamilyGroups— Al-Anonisasupport groupforfamilyandfriendsofalcoholics. Thegroupsaysyouneverhavetobealone again.Al-AnonFamilyGroupsmeetatOcean ViewPresbyterianChurcheveryTuesdayfrom 7to8p.m.

YogaSessions— St.Martha’sEpiscopal ChurchishostingYogaonMondaysat9:30 a.m.

BilliardsatIRSeniorCenter— TheIndian RiverSeniorCenterhostsabilliards8-Ball LeagueonMondaysandTuesdaysat8:30 a.m.,anditsbilliardsScotsDoublesLeague onThursdays at9a.m.forseniorcenter members.

Tai-ChiatIRSeniorCenter— TheIndian RiverSeniorCenterhostsTaiChiat10a.m. onMondaysforseniorcentermembers.

SeniorStrength&BalanceatIRSC— The IndianRiverSeniorCenterhostsSenior Strength&BalanceonMondaysat1:30p.m. andFridaysat10a.m.forseniorcenter members.

LaBlastFitnessatIRSC— TheIndianRiver SeniorCenterhostsLaBlastFitnessonMondaysat2:15p.m.forseniorcentermembers.

YogaatIRSC— TheIndianRiverSeniorCenter hosts yogaat9a.m.onTuesdaysandThursdaysforseniorcentermembers.

ZumbaatIRSeniorCenter— TheIndian RiverSeniorCenterhostsZumbaat11a.m. onFridaysforseniorcentermembers.

YogainthePark— TheTownofOceanView ispresentingYogaintheParkatthegazebo atJohnWestParkonTuesdaysandThursdaysthroughSept.30from8to9a.m.The instructorisBarbaraPopiel,alicensedandinsuredtravelingyogi.Requiredequipmentincludesa yogamat-towel,waterbottleandan open mind.Thecostis$10perclass,bycash orVenmo.

Hobby/Craft

NeedlepointGuild— Delaware’s SeashoreChapterofTheAmerican NeedlepointGuildmeetsonthefirst Mondayofthemonthfrom10a.m.to2 p.m.attheGeorgetownPublicLibrary. Bringingaboxlunchisencouraged.New membersarealwayswelcome.Fordetails,sendanemailtothechapterat delawaresseashorechapter@needlepoint.or g.

CoffeeandCarsCruiseIn— St. George’s UnitedMethodistChurchand theGhostRydersCarClubarehostinga cruise-inatthechurchthesecondand fourthFridayofeachmonth.Thisoper-

atesfromAprilthroughOctober.There willbecoffee,donutsandfellowship.For moreinformation,callMikeStramellaat (410)419-1843.

RadioOperators— AnyHamradiooperator,orpeoplewantingtomeetandgreet others,cangettogetherattheMillsboro PizzaKingonThursdaysat8:30a.m.The ARRLSectionManagerusuallyatt ends. Formoreinformation,contactJack Magaratk8uyc80@gmail.com.

PenPalProgram— ThankstoapartnershipbetweenSouthCoastalLibrary,Kent CountyLibraryandWellingtonCityLibraries,youcannowcommunicateby letterwithaNewZealander.Thisisafun waytolearnaboutanothercountryand makeanewfriend.Allinternational postageishandled,andyoucanbringin andpickupyourlettersatthelibrary.For moreinformationandregistration,visit themat del awarelibraries.libcal.com/event/11366 626orcall(302)858-5518.

Bookdiscussion— TheGeorgetownPublicLibraryhostsitsWednesdayMorning BookDiscussiononthefourthWednesdayofeverymonthat10:15a.m.InNovemberandDecember,however,theywill meetonthethirdWednesday.Booksare availableforpickupeachmonthatthelibrary.

Music

MusicJam— St.MatthewsBytheSea UnitedMethodistChurchishostinga MusicJamonthefirstandthirdFridays ofthemo nthat4p.m.Alllevelsarewel-

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come.

Women’sACapellaChorus— Achapter ofSweetAdelinesInternationalInc.holds rehearsalseveryMondayeveningfrom6 to8p.m.intheOceanPines(Md.)CommunityCenter.Theyarelookingforladies wholovetosing.Memberscomefrom MarylandandDelaware.Formoreinformation,callMaryat(410)629-9383, findthemonsocialmediaorvisitdelmarvachorus.org.

Museums/Displays

RailroadMuseum— TheDelawareSeasideRailroadClubhouseisaninteractive museumofmodelrailroading,andislocatedat36668DuPontBoulevard,inSelbyville.Theyareopentothepublicevery Wednesdayfrom5to7p.m.,andevery Saturday,from10a.m.to3p.m.Admissionisfree.Formoreinformation,visit themonlineatdelawareseasiderailroadclub.com.

Dinker-IrvinMuseum— TheBethany BeachMuseumatDinker-IrvinCottageis opentothepublicMonday,Wednesdayand Friday,from10a.m.tonoonduringsummer.Privatetoursareavailablebya ppointment.Interestedgroupsof10-15maycall (302)539-8725.Admissiontothemuseum isfree,andparkingisavailableinfrontof themuseum.Themuseumisnothandicapaccessible.Formoreinformation,visitonlineattownofbethanybeach.com,andclick under“Residents/History/TownMuseum.”

SelbyvilleMuseum— TheSelbyvilleMuseumisopenfrom10a.m.to2p.m.onthe thirdsaturdayofeachmonththroughOctober.VariousrailroadandTownartifactsdating backtotheearliestagriculturaldaysof thetownareondisplay,alongwithpolice memorabiliathroughthelate20thCentury. Themuseumislocatedat6RailroadAvenue.Admissionisfree.Formoreinformation,visitthemonlineat selbyville.delaware.gov.

HistoricVillage— TheHistoricVillagein OceanViewisopenonWednesdays throughAug.27from10a.m.to1p.m.or byappointmentat(302)593-8814.

NanticokeIndianMuseum— TheNanticokeIndianMuseumistheonl yNative AmericanmuseuminDelaware,andis listedintheNationalRegisterofHistoric Places,alongwithbeingpartofthe DelawareHistoryTrail.Themuseumis open10a.m.to4p.m.TuesdaystoSaturdays.Admissionis$5perperson.Formore information,visitnanticokeindians.org/locations/nanticokeindian-museum.

Faith

CommunityBibleStudy— GraceUnited MethodistChurchinMillsboroishosting aBibleStudythisfallonWednesday mornings,startingonSept .6,from10 a.m.tonoon.Formoreinformation,and toregister,visit sussexcounty.cbsclass.org.

CommunityBibleStudy— Community BibleStudy,focusingontheBookof Matthew,willmeeteveryThursdayat MarinersBethelintheFellowshipHall from6:30to8:30p.m.Toregister,go onlinetobethanybeacheve.cbsclass.org.

BibleStudy— SalemChurchinSelbyville ishostingBiblestudyeveryThursdayat 10a.m.

Nestled in the charming Windhurst Manor community, this delightful 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath townhouse offers a perfect blend of comfort and modern living. The open oor plan seamlessly connects the living and kitchen areas, creating an inviting space for gatherings. The upgraded kitchen boasts stainless steel appliances, including a dishwasher and electric range, along with stylish countertops that inspire culinary creativity. The primary suite features an ensuite bath, providing a private retreat. The community amenities include an outdoor pool and a clubhouse, perfect for summer fun and social gatherings. Located near local parks, shopping, and dining options, this home offers easy access to everything you need. Experience the warmth and comfort of this lovely townhouse in a vibrant community that feels like home. Call Marsha White (c) 302-245-7418

38375

Old Mill Way #158, Ocean View

• $570,000

An impeccably upgraded 3BR, 3BA coastal condo in the coveted community of Bayside at Bethany Lakes. Enjoy tranquil pond and fountain views from multiple outdoor spaces, including a front porch and two rear decks. Inside, discover a propane replace with granite surround, updated kitchen with beautiful quartz countertops with eat-in dining, custom built-ins in the bonus room, and shiplapaccented loft. The primary and secondary baths boast elegant custom tile showers. Resort-style amenities include indoor / outdoor pools, tness center, clubhouse, kayak launch, boat dock, tennis and pickleball. All just a short bike ride to Bethany Beach and walking distance to restaurants and groceries. Call Doug Purcell (c) 410-707-3333

35518

Betsy Ross Blvd, Rehoboth Beach •

$725,000

Beautiful one story 3 BR, 2 BA custom home located in Sawgrass at White Oak Creek. Located on Old Landing Road, just one mile west of busy Route 1 in Rehoboth Beach, a short drive to tax-free shopping and outletmalls. Includes a spacious kitchen with oversized breakfast bar, granite countertops & stainless steel appliances. Hardwood, carpet, tile ooring and plantation shutters. 2 car garage. Extensive hardscape patio featuring built in replace. Community amenities include two pools, tennis courts, pickleball courts, a basketball court, two clubhouses, w/ tness centers, and bocce courts. HOA also includes snow removal, trash, mulching, sprinkler systems and basic landscaping.

Call Betsey Parrett (c) 302-462-5627

1 Hemlock Dr., Bethany Meadows •

$179,500

Situated in the heart of Ocean View and Bethany Beach areas. This charming community offers a serene lifestyle, complete with a pool, tennis court, and a wooded walking trail. Plus, downtown Bethany Beach is just 3 miles away. This lot is one of the few remaining in the community, making it an exceptional opportunity for a year-round residence or summer home. Becoming a part of the welcoming and vibrant Bethany Meadows community is an excellent decision, so don't miss your chance. It's important to note that despite the Frankford address (with lower taxes), this community is closer to Ocean View and Bethany Beach. This location provides quick access to the beach and its attractions. With its natural beauty, fantastic amenities, and ideal location, Bethany Meadows is a perfect place to build and call home.

Call Sherry Ternahan (c) 302-745-2273

15 Avondale Dr, Ocean View •

$599,000

Nestled in the community of Hunters Run, this hidden gem offers community pool, tennis and pickle ball courts & tranquil pond. Inviting 2-story home features 4 spacious BRs and 3.5 BAs. Dual primary BRs, one on main level and another on second Eoor. New wood laminate ooring downstairs & carpet up the stairs & bedrooms. Thoughtfully designed home offers numerous possibilities. Covered deck at front entrance, open deck at rear, and screened porch off the side leading to a one-car garage. Located approx 3 miles from the beach and downtown Bethany, this property offers both convenience and a peaceful retreat. Low HOA fees make ownership even more attractive.

Call Sherry Ternahan (c) 302-745-2273

Delaware-basedfilmcriticShelby Cookewillbesigningcopiesofher books“ScreenBritain”and“Film East:ACollectionofFilmEssays” atBethanyBeachBooksonThursday,July31,from6:30to8p.m.The eventisfreeandopentothepublic, andinterestedpartiesarewelcometo attendatanypointduringtheevent.

Cookeisaninternationally knownfilmcriticandcurator,specializinginBritishcultureandidentityonscreen.Hercriticismwork comesintheformofwriting,broadcastingandlecturing.Shehaswrittenforvariousonlineandprint publications,wasaregularguest criticonBBCRadioandhasrun numerousworkshopsrelatedtofilm education.Sheearnedmaster’sdegreeinfilmstudiesfromtheUniversityofEastAngliaandisamember oftheFilmCriticsAssociationUK andGALECA.Hercompleteportfolioofwritingcanbefoundatshelbycooke.com.

Sheisthecurrenteditor-in-chief andheadcuratoratFilmEast,a multi-award-winningfilmorganizationbasedintheeastofEngland andtheEastCoastoftheUnited States.FoundedbyCookeinNorwich,U.K.,in2019,FilmEastisrun byaninternationalcollective“who

volunteertheirtimeandexpertiseto educateandinspirethenextgenerationoffilmenthusiastsbyoffering uniqueopportunitiestoconnect throughthought-provokingcinema.”

Someofthewaystheyachieve this,theysaid,areviatheirslowcriticismpublication,whichisavailable onlineandinprintcollections;their podcast“FilmEastChats,”which usescasualconversationtohelplistenersbetterunderstandthecinematicartform;andtheirbespoke screeningsandevents,whichtake placeacrosstheU.K.,theU.S.East Coastandonline.Thebooksspotlightedatthiseventwerereleasedby FilmEastPublishing.

Locatedjustoffthetown’sboardwalk,BethanyBeachBooksoffers eventsforindependentandtraditionallypublishedauthorstoshowcaseandselltheirwritings. Throughoutthesummerseason, writersvisitthestore,offeringlocals andvacationersthechancetomeet authorsofvaryinggenresandstyles.

AllofFilmEast’sbooks,which wereeditedbyCooke,willbeavailableforpurchaseatthesigning event.ScreenBritain,thelatestreleasefromFilmEast,journeys throughhistoricalandcontemporary Britishvisualmediatoexplorenationalidentitythroughthecinematic lens.Thisbook’s20originalarticles —writteninarelaxedstyletoentertainalltypesoffilmfans—analyze morethan35U.K.-madefilmsand televisionprograms,includingclassicssuchas“DoctorWho”andJames Bond,aswellasmodernworkssuch as“TheSouvenir”and“Aftersun.”

“FilmEast:ACollectionofFilm Essays”isacompletecompilationof FilmEast’sfirstthreefilmcriticism anthologies.Thevolumeincludes “ScreenDreams”—a’zinedissectingthewaysmusiccanmanifeston screen;“EatingtheScreen”—articlesonthecultureoffoodinfilm andtelevision;and“QueerProjections”—essaysthatexplore LGBTQIA+representationon screen.

Cookesaidofthebooks, “Whetheryou’vestudiedfilmat schoolorjustenjoylearningsomethingnewaboutyourfavoriteNetflixTVshow,you’llfindsomething toloveinthesebooks.Fromhumoroustoseriousandphilosophicalto personal,thearticlesinthesebooks embraceanarrayofvoices,giving youamixtureofperspectivesandinterpretationsofoldandnewfilms andTVshows.”

FormoreinformationonFilm Eastanditsotheractivities,visit film-east.comorfollowthemonsocialmedia@films_east,oremail thematcontactfilmeast@gmail.com.

CoastalLibraryintheTeenRoomat5:30 p..mastheyannouncethewinnersofthe 2025TeenArtShow!Viewalltheentries, meetthewinnersandjudges,andsocialize withotherartistsandartloversinyour community.Lightsnacksprovided.Forall ages.Registrationisnotrequired.Prizes generouslyprovidedbytheFriendsofthe SouthCoastalLibrary.HostedbytheSouth CoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue,Bethany Beach,DE19930302-858-5518 www.southcoastal.lib.de.us

July24

SummerBibleStudy— SalemChurchwill beholdingaweeklySummerBibleStudyat 10a.m.TheywillbestudyingMaxLucado’sLifeLessonsfromJames.Participantsmaypurchasetheirownbook.

BabyBees— JoinFrankfordPublicLibrary onThursdaysat11a.m.foraBabyBees StoryTimeforchildren,ages0to3.Stories,songs,andinteractiveplaypromote earlyliteracyandengagementwithother childreninarelaxedsettinginthechildren'sroom.Registrationisnot required. Questions,pleasecallus:302-732-9351. We'reonFb@FrankfordPublicLibraryand Instagram@frankfordlibrary.

Let’sPlayGames:ForAdults— Join FrankfordPublicLibraryonThursdaysat1 p.m.toplaygamessuchasdominoes, Scrabbleandcards.Call302-732-9351or visitusonlineatfrankford.lib.de.us.Find usonFB@FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram@frankfordlibrary.

MovieNight:AMinecraftMovie— Come hangout,eatpizza,andwatchamovieat FrankfordPublicLibraryat4:30p.m.on ourtheaterset-up.MoviesRatedG-PG13. ForAges12andUp.Call302-732-9351or visitusonlineatfrankford.lib.de.us.Find usonFB@FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram@frankfordlibrary.

Butterflies&BloomsGuidedTour— Therewillbeafreetour,withpaidadmission,atDelawareBotanicGardensfrom 9:15to10:45a.m.,sopeoplecanlearn aboutbutterfliesandmonarchbutterflymigration.Membersareadmittedfree,a nd non-memberadultsonlypaythe$15admissionfee.Childrenunder16receivefree admission.Tomakeareservation,visit thematdelawaregardens.org.

July25

PercyJacksonTrivia— FansofthePercy JacksonbooksbyRickRiordanwillenjoy thisfunteamtriviagameallaboutthefictionalworldofPercyJackson,withSouth CoastalLibraryat2:30p.m.!Prizes awardedtowinningteammembers.Game heldindoorsattheEvansParkCommunity Center,32517DukesDr,Millvill e,DE 19967Free,Forages10-17(Agesfirm!). Registrationisrequiredandavailableat https://southcoastal.lib.de.usorbyphone at302-858-5518.Walk-insacceptedif spaceallows.SponsoredbytheSouth CoastalLibrary,BethanyBeach,DE.

GuidedTourofPietOudolfMeadow— Therewillbeafreetour,withpaidadmission,atDelawareBotanicGardensfrom 11:30a.m.to12:30p.m.,ofthePiet OudolfMeadow.Membersareadmitted free,andnon-memberadultsonlypaythe $15admissionfee.Childrenunder16re-

ceivefreeadmission.Tomakeareservation,visitthematdelawaregardens.org.

July26

MUMCBakeSale— MillvilleUnitedWomen inFaithwillhosttheirsummerbakesalein thechurch’sWesleyHallat36405Club HouseRoadfrom8to10:30a.m.There willbeavarietyoftreats.Allproceedsgo tosupportlocalmissionprojects.

Build&Paint— Childrenages6-12will havefunpickingtheirBuild&Growkit fromLowesatFrankfordPublicLib raryat 11a.m.Wewillprovideallmaterialstoassemblehereandpaintyourwoodenproducttotakehome.Call302-732-9351or visitusonlineatfrankford.lib.de.us.Find usonFB@FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram@frankfordlibrary.

July28

StorytimeonParsonsFarm— JoinFrankfordPublicLibraryat11a.m.forstorytelling,songs,andcraftsatParsonsFarm FreshCafe.ThisStorytimeisopentoall

ages.Anycancellationswillbepostedon theFrankfordPubl icLibrary'sFacebook page.NoRegistrationisrequired.Call 302-732-9351orvisitusonlineatfrankford.lib.de.us.FindusonFacebook @FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram @frankfordlibrary.

HooksandNeedles— JoinFrankfordPublicLibraryonMondaysat1p.m.forafun afternoonofknittingandcrocheting.All levelsarewelcome.Call302-732-9351or visitusonlineatfrankford.lib.de.us.Find usonFB@FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram@frankford library.

ReptileWonders— ReptileWonderspresentsahands-on,interactive,andinterpretiveprogramfeaturingexoticspeciesof reptiles,includinggianttortoises,monitor lizards,andpythons,atSouthCoastalLibraryat4p.m..Thisisafreefamilyevent forallages.Pleasenotetheroomtemp willbesetat75forthehealthofthereptiles.Entryavailableonafirstcome/first servedbasis.Childrenmustbeaccompaniedbyanadultcaregiver.Sponsoredby th eFriendsoftheSouthCoastalLibrary. HostedbytheSouthCoastalLibrary,43

KentAvenue,BethanyBeach,DE19930 302-858-5518 www.southcoastal.lib.de.us

July29

SummerConcertSeries— TheAcoustic Jamwillperformmixedclassicrockat HoltsLandingStateParkfrom6to8p.m. Colorfall:ColanderPourPainting— In thiscolorfulteenworkshopatFrankford PublicLibraryat1p.m.,you'llpourpaint throughcolandersandstrainerstocreate beautiful,swirling“colo rfalls”oncanvas. Watchvibrantpatternsemergeasthepaint flowsandblends—nobrushes,noexperience,justcreativity.Forages13–18.All materialsprovided.Call302-732-9351or visitusonlineatfrankford.lib.de.us.Find usonFB@FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram@frankfordlibrary.

July29-Aug.2

WildernessEscapeRoom— Getoutofthe

TheNeefesvacationinDewey

ByDavidBohenick PointIntern

Duringtheschoolyear,GeorgiaNeefehomeschoolshersix children,whileherhusband, Justin,worksasaUPSdriverin Elizabethtown,Pa.Butonce summerhits,theNeefefamily allcramintoonecarandtakea three-hourroadtriptoDewey Beach.

GeorgiaNeefesaidshehas grownfondoftheoceanand spentalotofhersummersasa youthgoingonvacationstothe beach.

“WhenIwasakid,I’dgoto HarveyCedarsinNewJersey, andwe’dgototheOuterBanks. Thatwasbeforewehadour family.Now,thisisthebeachwe cometo,”shesaid.

Shesaidsheenjoysbeingable togiveherfamilytheexperiencesfromherownmemories.They allpreferDeweyBeach,astheyfind it’stheperfectdistancefromtheir homerightoutsideLancaster.

“Eighthoursisjusttoofarofa drivewithafamilyofeightinone car,”shesaidofthetripstothe OuterBanks.“Andthedriveto Deweyisreallynice.It’sveryscenic andpicturesque.”

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FouroftheNeefe’schildreninDeweyBeachafterfindingahorseshoecrab.

ocean,butI’mmoreintothefood,” shesaid.“Relaxatthehotelandget CrabbyDicks—orjusttheseafood restaurantsingeneral.Inevereat seafoodathome,soit’satreatfor me.”

Withsuchalargefamily,shesaid, theyfindthatthere’ssomethingto doforeveryoneinDewey.Neff’s husbandsplashesinthewaveswith hersonsastheyplayonbodyboards. Herteenagedaughtersenjoytanning inthesunandgettingtheirhair curlier.AndNeefelooksforwardto theseafoodrestaurantsinthearea.

“Ilikeforthekidstoseethe

But,beingahomeschoolteacher, Neefetakesadvantageofthistime andaddsittoherchildren’scurriculum.Shesaidthechildrenhavetodo naturejournalsaspartoftheirtime inDewey.

Theirfamilytripthisyearisa causeforspecialcelebrationfortwo ofNeefe’schildren.Heroldestchild graduatedhighschoolthissummer, whileheryoungestsoncelebratedhis sixthbirthdayinlateJune.

Evenwiththatinmind,the Neefeswereunsureaboutcoming

downthisyear,untilafewdaysprior. Withsuchalargefamily,there’salwaysaconcernforhotelavailability.

“Wetrytobookbasedonfamily suitessowecangetaroomthat sleepseight,”Neefesaid.

Thisyear,thefamilygottheirdesiredsuitewithnoissue,evenbeing impressedbytheiroptionsthissummer.

“Therewerestillafewoptions available,andwewereveryimpressed bythat.Andwewereactuallyvery pleasedwiththehotelprice.Itwas thesameasfiveyearsagowhenwe visited.”

Neefesaidshelikeshowclose DeweyistotheirhomeinLancaster because,iftheyreallywantedto,she saidtheycanmakeadaytripoutofit

withoutbookingahotel.

“I’mcomfortabledownhere atthebeach.It’sjustwhereI liketogo.AndDeweyisso close,weactuallycontemplated comingdownjustfortheday,” shesaid.

TheNeefeshavealsogoneto thebeachesinLewes.Thefamily,shesaid,thinksthebeachin Rehobothistoocrowdedand prefershowprivateLewes beachesfeel.Eventhen,theyall preferDewey.

“ThesandisshellyinLewes. Lewesisthemostprivate,and Rehobothisthemostcrowded. Butthisbeachisjustrightfor us.Plus,thisonehaslifeguards, whichisnicewithourkids,” Neefesaid.

“Ialsolikethatthewavesare modest,sothekidscanplay withoutgettingsuckedintothe ocean.”

Thefirstthingtheyalldidwhen theyreachedDeweywashitthe beach.TheNeefesstillhadtwo hoursuntiltheycouldevencheck intotheirhotel.Buttheyalreadyhad theirfullitineraryforthenextday ready.

“We’rewatchingthesunrise around5:30a.m.,gettingcoffee,and we’regoingbacktomorrownight,” shesaid.“Wejustwantedsomething quicktodowhile[herhusband]was offwork.”

Withthesummerheatwavecomingintoeffect,theNeefesarejust onefamilygoingtothebeachtocool off.

“Thebestwaytobeatthesummer heatwaveistovisitDeweyBeach,” Neefesaid.

Third-generationlocalangleropensFreshFishDelawareinMillsboro

ByMikeStern StaffReporter

Hehasknownthesheerjoyofa bountifulfreshcatchatsea.

Today,heisthrilledwhenhereceives awordorsmileofgratitudefromoneof hismanycustomers.

KyleFortney—theownerandoperatorofFreshFishDelaware (freshfishde.com)inMillsboro—isa third-generationlocalfishermanwho openedhisbusinessthispastMay.

FreshFishDelawareisanindependentseafoodretailerandwholesalerthatis quicklybecomingadestinationforlocal residentsandcoastalDelawarevacation visitors.

“Whatsetsusapartismorethanjust freshfish,”saidFortney,whoselocation includesaretailstoreandwholesale warehousetotaling2,500squarefeet.“It’s aphilosophybuiltonintegrity,sustainabilityandadeeprespectforthesea.Ina worldwhereconvenienceoftenoutweighsquality,FreshFishDelawareis swimmingagainstthatcurrent.And that’sexactlywhatmakesusstandout.

“Weworkdirectlywithreputablesuppliersandfishermenwhounderstandour concept.”Fortneyadded.“Ifit’snotupto ourstandards,itdoesn’tgoouttothe customer—it’sthatsimple.”

AccordingtoFortney,thegenuine connectionthathisstorefosterswithits customersalsosetsitapart.

“Whetherthat’sguidingacustomer throughhowtopreparetheirpurchaseor recommendingsomethingnew,weoffer guidance,knowledgeandhospitality,”he assured.

FreshFishDelawarefeaturesArrowheadPointoysters,livebluecrabs,homemadecrabcakes,flounder,grouper,cod, mahi-mahi,redsnapper,rockfish, salmon,swordfish,tunaandshrimp.And ifcustomersarestillhungryfordessert, theyalsoofferKeyWestlimepies.

Changingthecourseofhislife

Attheageof16,Fortneymadeadecisionthatwouldchangethecourseof hislife.

“Ijoinedmygrandfatheronhis boat,”herecalled.“Whilemostkidsmy agewerefocusedonexamsandgrades,I foundmyeducationsurroundedbythe saltwaterandendlesshorizon.Thatdecisionignitedaloveforseafoodanda passionforfishingthatstillburnsbright today.”

Workingalongsidehisgrandfather, Fortneybecameimmersedintheworld offishing.Hiseducationincludedthe operationoflobsterandstone-crab boatstodeep-seagrouperandsnapper catches.

“Ilearnedfirsthandhowtoruna commercialboat,howtofisheverysingleday,andhowtopackseafoodwith precisiontoensureitwasofthehighest quality,”hesaid.“Eachcatchwasatestamenttoyearsoftraditionandknowledgepasseddownthroughourfamily. Overtime,Iabsorbedeverything.”

Thatincludedtheartoffishing,the businessofseafoodandtheprocessof gettingfresh,high-qualityfishtomarket.

“Itwasn’tjustaboutcatchingseafood —itwasalsoaboutunderstandingwhat

ittooktodeliverthebestproduct,from themomentitwaspulledfromthe watertothesecondithittheconsumer’s plate,”saidFortney.

Fortney’sjourneytookanotherfortuitousturnin2013,whenhemethisfiancé,DelawarenativeNicoleFisher.It enabledthecoupletoembarkonanexcitingnewventurethatledtothecreationofFreshFishDelaware.

“WemovedbacktoDelawarein 2024withamission,”saidFortney,49. “WeknewthattheEastCoasthadincredibleseafood,butwewantedtoensureitwasthebest.So,wereachedout tolocalfishermenfromFlorida,the Carolinas,Louisiana,OceanCity,Md., and, ofcourse,Delaware.Wehandpick freshfishfromFloridaallthewayupto theNewEnglandcoast.Weforged partnershipstoguaranteethatourcustomerswouldalwayshaveaccessto qualityseafood.We’vemadesomegreat connectionsovertheyears,andifwe cangetitfresh,wewilltraveltobringit home.”

Fortneycreditedhisyearsofhard work,dedicationandlearningfromhis family’spreviousgenerationswithcreatingthissuccessfulbusiness.

“Fresh FishDelawareisareflection ofmyownjourney,”hesaid.“Froma 16-year-oldboyonaboattoabusiness ownerworkingalongsidemyfiancée, mycommitment—ourcommitment —issimple.Wewanttobringina fresh,qualityproduct.Ourapproachto doingbusinessistobetransparent,to provideproductqualityandfreshness, andtoprovidesuperiorcustomerservice.”

FreshFishDelawareisplannedtobe openyear-round,andtheyalsoplanto beginofferingfreshsteaksandpremium meats toprovideacomprehensiveexperienceforcustomers,accordingtoFortney.Hismanagementteamincludes Fisher,MarketingManagerJennifer WellsandSteamMasterKrisWilliams.

FreshFishDelawareislocatedat 27324JohnJ.WilliamsHighwayin Millsboroandcanbereachedbytelephoneat(302)410-8708oremailat freshfishdelaware@gmail.com.

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hotsunandtrytoescapeSouthCoastalLibrary’s(indoor)wildernessescaperoom! Timesvary.Youonlyhave20minutesto lookforcluesandunlockyourmeansof escape!Groupsize:Minimumoffour,maximumofeight.Free,forAges8–Adult. Childrenmustbeaccompaniedbyanadult caregiver.RegistrationbeginsJuly15at3 p.m.bycalling(302)858-5518.Walk-ins acceptedifspaceallows.Hostedbythe SouthCoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue, BethanyBeach,DE19930302-85 8-5518 www.southcoastal.lib.de.us

July30

Women’sSummerBibleStudy— There willbeaNoHomeworkWomen’sSummer BibleStudybyChristianTateon2ndStreet andthebeachinBethanyBeachevery WednesdaythroughJuly30from8:30to 9:45a.m.Registrationisadvisedsoyou canbecontactedifcancelleddueto weather.Allwomenarewelcome.Toregister,calltheofficeatMarinersBethel Churchat(302)539-9510orvisit marinersbethelchurchcenter.com.

MahjongOpenPla y— FrankfordPublicLibrary’sMahjonggroupplaysWednesdays at1p.m.forcasualplay.Registrationis notrequired,butpriorplayingexperience ispreferred.Call302-732-9351orvisitus onlineatfrankford.lib.de.us.FindusonFB @FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram @frankfordlibrary.

ReptileWonders— ReptileWonders:The NatureontheGoisaState-LicensedCenterforWildlifeRehabilitation.Theywill presentahands-onreptileshowatThe FrankfordV olunteerFireCompanyHallat2 p.m.Registrationisrequired.Youcansign uponlinebyvisitingusat frankford.lib.de.us.orCall302-7329351.PleasefindusonFacebook @FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram @frankfordlibrary

CelloStoryTime— SouthCoastalLibrary willhostaspecial,musicalstorytimefor agesbirth-5at10:30a.m.Itwillfeature thebook,TheWhaleWhoWantedtoPlay, byElizabethWeberLevy,livecellomusic

byEricaLessieandBrendaNeece,an da creativeactivity.Entryisavailableona first-come,first-servebasis.

July31

SummerBibleStudy— SalemChurchwill beholdingaweeklySummerBibleStudyat 10a.m.TheywillbestudyingMaxLucado’sLifeLessonsfromJames.Participantsmaypurchasetheirownbook. BabyBees— JoinFrankfordPublicLibrary onThursdaysat11a.m.foraBabyBees StoryTimeforchildren,ages0to3.Stories,songs,andinteractiveplaypromote earlyliteracyandengagementwithot her childreninarelaxedsettinginthechildren'sroom.Registrationisnotrequired. Questions,pleasecallus:302-732-9351. We'reonFb@FrankfordPublicLibraryand Instagram@frankfordlibrary. Let’sPlayGames:ForAdults— Join FrankfordPublicLibraryonThursdaysat1 p.m.toplaygamessuchasdominoes, Scrabbleandcards.Call302-732-9351or visitusonlineatfrankford.lib.de.us.Find usonFB@FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram@frankfordlibrar y.

August1

BookClub:ColoredTelevisionbyDanny Senna— FrankfordPublicLibrary’s adultbookgroupmeetsonthefirstFridayofthemonthat1p.m.todiscussa fiction,nonfictionorclassictitle.Call 302-732-9351orvisitusonlineatfrankford.lib.de.us.FindusonFB@FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram @frankfordlibrary.

BingoGames— FranklinMasonicLodge #12ofGeorgetownisholding15gamesat theMillsborofirecompan’ysbanquethall. Doorsopenat5p .m.andthegamesstart at6:30p.m.Thecostis$40,acceptedat thedoor.Therewillbehamburgers,hot dogs,pulledpork,chips,sodaandwater forpurchase.

August5

SummerConcertSeries— TheJazzmen willperformjazzandAmericansongbook

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SummerBibleStudy— SalemChurchwill beholdingaweeklySummerBibleStudyat 10a.m.TheywillbestudyingMaxLu-

cado’sLifeLessonsfromJames.Participantsmaypurchasetheirownbook.

August9

Arts&CraftsFair— TherewillbeanArts &CraftFairatBearTrapDunesfrom9 a.m.to2p.m.Therewillbemorethan40 localvendors,anditwilltakeplaceatBear TrapDunesClubhouse,CoastalKitchen Restaurant.

August12

SummerConcertSeries— FlatlandDrive willperformbluegrassmusicatHolts LandingStateParkfrom6to8p.m.

August14

SummerBibleStudy— SalemChurchwill beholdingaweeklySummerBibleStudyat 10a.m.TheywillbestudyingMaxLucado’sLifeLessonsfromJames.Participantsmaypurchasetheirownbook.

August15

FenwickFlicks—Up— TheTownofFenwickIslandwillbeshowingUpattheBayardStreetBeach.Theeveningkicksoffat 8p.m.withfun-filledgameshostedbythe Town ’slifeguards.Themoviewillbeginat dusk.Bringyourblanketsandbeachchairs foraneveningofcommunity,connection andsummerfun.TheraindateisAug.16.

HewasborninDuquesne,Pa,on Dec.22,1940,sonofthelateJohn GalataandthelateMary(Balog) Galata.

Heproudlyservedhiscountryin theU.S.Armyfrom1962to1965. HewasanengineerfortheDepartmentofDefense,with37yearsof serviceworkingatFortMeadein Maryland.

Galatawasafighter,ashewasa five-timecancersurvivorandvolunteeredwiththeCancerSupport GroupattheTunnellCancerCenter, aswellasbeingayogainstructorfor theCancerSupportCommunity Delaware(CSCDE),bothinRehobothBeach,Del.

Hewasahugesupporterofhis community,volunteeringatthe SouthCoastalLibraryinBethany Beach,asareadingmentoratJohn M.ClaytonElementarySchoolin Selbyville,Del.,andasanactive communicantatSt.AnnCatholic ChurchinBethanyBeach.Heserved asanusherandmemberoftheMen’s Clubathisparishandvolunteered hisskillsattheannualSt.Ann’s Bazar,forwhichherepairedelectronicsandsmallappliances.

Galatamadelastingfriendswith theMen’sGroupatMcDonald’sin

BethanyBeach.Hewillberememberedasanamazingwoodworkerand adiehardPittsburghSteelersfan.He wasalsoatalentedbakerandwas well-knownforhisHungarianNut &ApricotRollsthathemadeeach ChristmasandEaster.

Inadditiontohisparents,Galata wasprecededindeathbyhisfivesiblings.Heissurvivedbyhisloving wifeof44years,VickieDrury;ason, MarkStephenGalataandhiswife, Jennifer,ofPasadena,Md.;three grandchildren,PhillipGalataandhis wife,Beth,ofFinksburg,Md.,Julie GalataofMartinsburg,W.Va.,and BrittanySmallwoodandherhusband,Curtis,ofMillersville,Md.; threegreat-grandchildren,Lucasand QuinnGalata,andAubreySmallwood;andtwostep-great-grandchildren,MathiasandSophiaTombros.

Avisitationwillbeheldfrom 10:30to11:30a.m.onSaturday, Aug.23,2025,atSt.AnnCatholic Church,691GarfieldParkway, BethanyBeach,Del.,whereaMass ofChristianBurialwillbeheldat 11:30a.m.Intermentwillbeheld privately.Inlieuofflowers,thefamilysuggestedmemorialcontributions inGalata’snametoCancerSupport CommunityDelaware(CSCD), 18947JohnJ.WilliamsHwy.,Suite 312,Rehoboth,DE19971.Condolencesmaybesentbyvisiting www.melsonfuneralservices.com.

PhilipPatrickGamgort,90 PhilipPatrickGamgort,90,of OceanView,Del.,formerlyof Wilmington,Del.,passedawayon July6,2025.BorninWilmington,he wasthesonofthelateElvira (Tritelli)andErnestGamgort. Hewasa1952graduateofSalesianumHighSchool.Aftergraduation,heworkedasalabtechnicianat DuPontforalmost40years,untilhe retiredin1992.Hehadapassionfor realestateandwasanagentfrom 1973until2020,whenhemovedto OceanView.Heservedforeight yearsasamemberoftheArmyNationalGuardandwasalongtime memberofSt.JohntheBeloved Church.

Gamgortissurvivedbyhiswifeof 64years,Joene(Carney)Gamgort; hischildrenandtheirspouses: KoleenAulen(andBruce),Ly nne Smith(andFred),PatrickGamgort (andTara)andMichaelGamgort; hisninegrandchildren:Tyler(and Marianthi),TravisandTanner McElwee,JordanandKendallAulen, andSadie,Amber,IsaacandZander Gamgort;threestep-grandchildren, BrettandDaneSmith,andJonathan Scott;histwogreat-grandsons, PhilipandGeorgeMcElwee;andhis sisters,MarieDiMicheleandSister PatriciaGamgort,OSB. Funeralservicesweretobeheld

onJuly14,2025,atSt.Johnthe BelovedCatholicChurchinWilmington,Del.Inlieuofflowers,the familysuggestedcontributionsto Martin’sHouse&Barn,14374 BenedictineLane,Ridgely,MD 21660,orTableofPlentyOutreach, c/oSt.JohntheBelovedParishOffice,907MilltownRoad,DE19808. Condolencesmaybemadeat https://www.mealeyfuneralhomes.co m/.

FrankJ.Mahoney,83

FrankJ.Mahoney,83,ofMillsboro,Del.,passedawayonWednesday,July9,2025,atBeebe HealthcareinLewes,Del.Hewas borninPhiladelphia,Pa.,onNov.16, 1941,sonofthelateFrankJ.MahoneySr.andthelateAgnes(Connally)Mahoney.

HewasagraduateofLaSalle CollegeHighSchoolinPhiladelphia.Hethencontinuedhisformal studiesbyearningabachelor’sdegree inmusiceducationandamaster’s degreeineducationfromWest ChesterUniversityinWestChester, Pa.

In1965,Mahoneymovedto Shamokin,Pa.,andservedasthe banddirectorfor17yearsatOur LadyofLourdesRegionalHigh School.Itwasduringhistimein

Shamokinthathemettheloveofhis life,JaneVerano.In1983,Frankand JaneMahoneymarriedandmovedto Millsboro,Del.,wherehewasemployedbytheIndianRiverSchool Districtasabanddirectorfor22 years,retiringin2005.

Afterretiring,hecontinuedto embracehispassionformusicbyarrangingmusicforconcert,marching andbig-bandsthroughouttheregion.For25years,heservedasthe musicarrangerfortheShepherd UniversityRamBandinWestVirginia.Healsolovedperformingasa woodwindplayerwithlocalcommunitytheatergroups,SalisburyUniversitymusicorganizations,the SalisburyCommunityBandandnumerousbandsthroughouttheDelmarvaPeninsula.Hisexceptional talentsledtoanalmost20-year tenureasmusicaldirectorforthe DelmarvaBigBand.

Mahoneywasequallyknownfor losinghimselfinagoodbook,enjoyingleisurelymealsatlocalrestaurants,hisloveofbakedpiesofall kindsatfamilyholidaygatherings andhisabilitytoinstantlymakea friendoutofastranger.Althoughhis

lifelongloveofmusicwasatthecore ofhisbeing,hewillberemembered mostofallfortheimpacthemade onthousandsofstudentswhowere luckyenoughtohavehimastheir teacher.Hehadtherarecombination ofexceptionalmusicalknowledge andtheabilitytousehisgiftsand talentsforthebettermentofothers. Heguided,mentoredandtaught withwarmth,humorandgreatcare, alsoknownaslove.

Inadditiontohisparents,Mahoneywasprecededindeathbyhis father-in-law,CharlesVerano.Heis survivedbyhislovingwifeof42 years,JaneVeranoMahoney; mother-in-law,FlorenceVeranoof Shamokin,Pa.;twocousins,Harry Woodcockandhiswife,Maryann,of PlymouthMeeting,Pa.,andJohn Woodcockandhiswife,MaryKay, ofLansdale,Pa.;twosisters-in-law, LindaBrennanandherhusband, Lee,ofPr incetonJunction,N.J.,and SusanKovaleskiandherhusband, Joseph,ofLititz,Pa.;andmany belovedniecesandnephews.

Avisitationwastobeheldon Tuesday,July15,2025,attheLong NeckChapelofMelsonFuneral Services,32013LongNeckRd., Millsboro,Del.Avisitationand MassofChristianBurialweretobe heldonWednesday,July16,2025,at

MaryMotherofPeaceCatholic Church,30839Mt.JoyRd.,Millsboro,Del.Agravesideservicewasto beheldat1p.m.onThursday,July 17,2025,atAllSaintsCemetery,172 AllSaintsRoad,Elysburg,Pa.Inlieu offlowers,thefamilysuggestedmemorialcontributionsinMahoney’s nametotheBeebeMedicalFoundation,902SavannahRd.,Lewes,DE 19958,orbyvisitingwww.beebehealthcare.org/donate.Condolences maybesentbyvisitingwww.melsonfuneralservices.com.

JoanCollinsTownsend,87

JoanCollinsTownsend,87,adevotedwife,mother,grandmotherand communityservant,passedawayon July13,2025.BornonApril4,1938, toHaroldCollinsandOmeda(Taylor)Collins,shewasalifelongresidentofSussexCounty,Del.She graduatedfromLordBaltimore HighSchoolin1956andwentonto attendGoldey-BeacomCollegein Wilmington.Throughoutherlife, sheembracedastrongworkethic andanequallystrongsenseofcommunity.

Townsend’sdiversetalentswere reflectedinthemanyrolessheheld duringherlifetime—fromraising chickensandsubstitute-teachingat heralmamater,toworkingatthe

DelmarvaNews.However,hermost notableandlongstandingcontributioncamethroughher30-plus-year careerwiththeU.S.PostalService, faithfullyservingtheOceanView andBethanyBeachcommunities. Inherfreetime,sheenjoyedcompletingword-findpuzzlesandmakingtripstotheslotmachines, findingjoyinbothquietreflection andspiritedfun.

Townsendwasprecededindeath byherparents,andherbrotherE. WayneCollins.Sheissurvivedby herlovinghusband,Gerald Townsend;herbrotherGeneCollins; hertwosons,MackTownsend(and Sandra)andMarvinTownsend(and Kelly);hergrandchildren,Austin Townsend,JamieTownsendand KaraFunkhouser;herthreegreatgrandchildren;andnumerousnieces, allofwhombroughtgreatjoytoher life.

Agravesideservicewillbeheldin Townsend’shonoronTuesday,July 22,2025,at11a.m.atSt.George’s CemeteryinClarksville,Del.Inlieu offlowers,thefamilyrequestedthat donationsbemadetoSt.George’s Churchinhermemory.Herlifememorialwebpageisat www.watsonfh.com.

Japanesquecelebrates40thanniversarywithribbon-cutting

OnTuesday,July8,theBethanyFenwickAreaChamberofCommerceheldaribbon-cutting ceremonywithJapanesquetocelebratetheir40thanniversary.Friends, familyandcommunitymembers wereinattendancetohelpcelebrate themilestone.

“Since1985,Japanesquehasprovidedaunique,vibrant,shoppingexperienceforBethanyBeachlocals andvisitors,”Chamberrepresentativessaid.“Withclothing,gifts,jewelry,ceramics,Japaneseartifactsand more,ownerBetsyClarkisproudto offeranauthenticJapaneseexperienceatthebeach.”

TolearnmoreaboutJapanesque, stopbythestoreat16NPennsylvaniaAvenue,BethanyBeach,from10 a.m.to5p.m.daily,orcall(302) 539-2311.Forstoresalesandupdates,visitfacebook.com/japanesquebethany/.

TheBethany-FenwickAreaChamberofCommerce,JapanesqueownerBetsyClarkandthecommunityrecentlycelebratedthe 40th anniversaryofthestorelocatedinBethanyBeach.

Augustisfullofcreativeenergyat InlandBaysGardenCenter. Whetherpeoplearecuriousabout tinytrees,butterfliesonthebrink, beachyartorwoolywonders,there’s somethinginspiringwaitingthere thismonth.

•BonsaiClub,Wednesday,Aug.6, 10a.m.tonoon—“Discovertheancientartofgrowingminiaturetrees incontainers.Whetheryou’rejust startingoutorhaveyearsofexperience,joinourBonsaiClubtoask questions,getexperttips,andshare yourloveofbonsai.Youcaneven shopforplants,traysandtoolsright here.”

•MonarchButterflies:Endangered&HowYouCanHelp,Saturday,Aug.10,10a.m.tonoon— “JoinnaturalistMichelleGarrettfor afascinatingworkshoponmonarchs, theirincrediblemigration,lifecycle andwhytheyneedourhelpnow morethanever.You’llalsotourour MonarchWaystationandcheckthe milkweedforsignsofcaterpillars!”

•AuthenticArtisticSeaGlass withtheC-GlassSisters,Saturday, Aug.16,withsessionsfrom10a.m. tonoonand1to3p.m.—“Addyour owncreativetouchtowhimsicalsea glassartusingdriftwood,shells,sand andmore.Allmaterialsprovided— you’llleavewithyourownframed

SharonDaviswillteachthoseinterestedhowtomakethesewetfeltedwoolcrossbodybagsonFriday,Aug.23.

beachymasterpiece!”

•WetFeltedWoolCrossbodyBag withSharonDavis,Friday,Aug.23, 10a.m.to1p.m.—Gethands-on

withtheartofwetfelting!Inthis fiberartsworkshop,you’llcreatea stylishcrossbodybagusingsheep wool,silkandcolorfultextures.A

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SussexStrongpartnerswithClothingOurKids

SussexStrong—thecharitable foundationoftheSussexCountyAssociationofRealtors—thisweekannouncedanewpartnershipwith ClothingOurKids(COK),alocalnonprofitdedicatedtohelpingat-riskstudentssucceedbyprovidingessential schoolclothing.

Aspartofthispartnership,Sussex Stronghascontributed$1,000tosupportCOK’smissiontoservestudents acrossSussexCountyfromHeadStart throughhighschool.

“SussexStrongisproudtosupport

anorganizationthat’smakingarealdifferenceinourcommunity,”saidJamie Coleman,presidentofSussexStrong. “Everychilddeservestofeelconfident andreadytolearnwhentheywalkinto theclassroom,andClothingOurKids ishelpingmakethatareality.”

Formanystudents,lackingbasic items,suchascleanshirts,warmcoats orproperlyfittingshoes,canleadto bullying,missedschooldaysandadeclineinacademicperformance.COK workstochangethat—onegarmentat atime—byprovidingclothingorganizerssaidhelpschildrenfeelvaluedand preparedtosucceed.

The$1,000donationfromSussex Strongwillgotowardprovidingurgentlyneededitems,suchascoats, shoes,shirtsandpants—“ensuring morelocalchildrenaresupported,seen andschool-ready.”

ThepartnershipispartofSussex Strong’songoingmission“toupliftthe communitythroughcompassion,service andmeaningfulcollaboration.”

Tocommemoratethepartnership, representativesfromSussexStrongand ClothingOurKidsgatheredforacheck presentationearlierthismonth.

TolearnmoreaboutClothingOur Kidsortodonate,visitwww.clothingourkids.org.

ToexploretheworkofSussexStrong orgetinvolved,visitwww.sussexstrong.org.

Formoreinformationaboutresourcesavailabletobothconsumersand realestateprofessionals,visit www.scaor.com.

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ExhibitkicksoffJuly18 for87thedition

FromJuly18toAug.17,artlovers canenjoyanexhibitionthathasbeen partoftheRehobothArtLeague’s programsinceitsinception:the87th AnnualMembers’FineArtExhibition.

Continuingexhibitionsincludetwo showsfromtheRAL’sFineArtCollection:“InsidetheStudioofEthel PBLeach”intheDeWittGallery,and “FeatheredandFancy:AvianInterpretationsfromtheRALCollections” intheHomestead.Additionally,originalworkfromRehobothArtLeague membersisavailableintheVentures Gallery.

OntheeveningofJuly18from5 to7p.m.,theartleaguewillhosta freeopeningreceptionforitsexhibitions,invitinganyoneinterestedto visittheCorkran,Tubbs,Venturesand Homesteadgalleriestoseethenew shows.

TheMembers’FineArtExhibition hasbeenapartoftheRehobothArt League’ssummerlineupsincethe leaguewasfounded87yearsago.The long-standingshowhighlightsart-

workbymorethan80member-artists inawidevarietyofmedia,including paintingsinpastel,watercolor,acrylic, oilandmixedmedia;sculpturesin bothmetalandwood;photography; andmore.

Aspertradition,avarietyofawards arepresentedforoutstandingwork, judgedthistimebySalisbury,Md.basedartistJinchulKim,whowillgive afreeGalleryTalkat10a.m.onSaturday,July19,intheCorkranGallery. Kimearnedbachelor’sandmaster’s degreesinfineartsfromKingSe-Jong UniversityinSeoul,Korea,before completinganothermaster’sdegreeat theSchoolofVisualArtsinNew York.Heexhibitshisworkinternationally—withshowsinKorea, Japan,France,SpainandtheU.S.— andwasselectedastheArtistofthe Yearin1986byArtJournalmagazine inSeoul.Inadditiontohisartmaking, KimisalsoaprofessoratSalisbury University.Hehadasoloexhibitionat theRALlastfall.

TheGalleryTalkisfreeandopen toexhibitingartists,RALmembers andthepublic.

TheVenturesGallerywillcontinue toshowcaseaneclecticcollectionof fineartandcraftsbyRALmember-

artists.Throughoutthesummerseason,browseeverythingfromoriginal paintings,wearablefiberart,ceramics, fineartphotography,booksandmore. Eachpurchasesupportsapracticing artist,aswellasthemissionofthe RehobothArtLeague.

ContinuingfromJunearetwoexhibitionsfeaturingworkfromthe league’sFineArtCollection.TheDeWittGalleryisdisplaying“Insidethe StudioofEthelP.B.Leach,”curated byCollectionsCommitteemember EllenRoneyHughes,throughJuly27.

“EthelPennewillBrownLeachwas knownasaleaderofwomenpainters inDelawareforthefirsthalfofthe 20thcenturyandwasafounding memberoftheRehobothArtLeague. Theleaguehasanextensivecollection ofLeach’swork,whichincludesoil paintings,etchings,illustrations, drawingsandpersonaldiaries.In 2024,theRALwasgiftedacollection ofLeach’sstudioequipment,includinghercamera,woodblockcutting tools,artsmock,andmanyofher sketchesandillustrations.Withthese piecesondisplaysurroundedbyher art,themini-exhibitiongivesa glimpseintowhatherstudiomight havebeenlike.

“FeatheredandFancy:AvianInterpretationsfromtheRALCollections” ishangingintheHomesteadthrough Aug.17.

“Birdsinspireusinendlessways throughtheirflight,beautyanddelightfulmannerisms,”organizerssaid. “Thisexhibitioncelebratesavianwondersthroughinterpretationsinoriginalpaintings,sculpturesandsketches fromtheRehobothArtLeagueCollection.”

TheRAL’sDoorsofFame,which featurethesignaturesofmorethan 285prominentartists,creativesand notablecitizensfromtheartleague’s history,arealsoondisplayinthe Homesteadandwillremainavailable toviewthroughOctober.

TheRALisinvitingthepublicto anopeningreceptionforallthree showsonFriday,July18,from5to7 p.m.Theexhibitionsarefreeandopen toeveryoneduringtheregulargallery hoursofMondaythroughSaturday, 10a.m.to4p.m.,andSunday,noonto 4p.m.

Foradditionalinformationabout theartleague,itsexhibits,classes, memberships,eventsandmore,visit itswebsiteatRehobothArtLeague.org orcall(302)227-8408.

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2025 WNBA 3-Point and Skills Challenge (28) ESPN 8 p.m.

The best players in the WNBA converge on Indianapolis for the All-Star Game, but first, the Skills Challenge and 3-Point Shooting Contest gets the crowd pumped up. Expect Napheesa Collier, Kelsey Plum, A’ja Wilson and others to take the court.

The Fixer (5) FOX (69) WTXF 8 p.m.

We’ve known him from CNBC’s “The Profit,” but in this series premiere, investor and entrepreneur Marcus Lemonis puts his money where his mouth is and uses his signature 3 P’s philosophy — people, process and product — to empower businesses to thrive.

SATURDAY

Women’s Rugby (6) WBOC 2 p.m.

The U.S. Eagles and Fiji’s Fijiana face off on Audi Field in Washington D.C., marking round two of this year’s Women’s Internationals. Next up, the Eagles are set to play against Canada at TD Place in Ottawa, Canada, Friday, Aug. 1.

2025 WNBA All-Star Game

(7) WMDT 8:30 p.m.

Broadcasting live from the Gainbridge Fieldhouse, Caitlin Clark and Napheesa Collier lead their teams made up of the WNBA’s biggest and brightest stars. Last year, Arike Ogunbowale took MVP honors scoring a record 34 points leading Team WNBA to victory.

SUNDAY

2025 Open Championship (11) WBAL 7 a.m.

This final round coverage could be one for the history books as the world’s top golfers tee up at Royal Portrush Golf Club in Portrush, Northern Ireland for the 2025 Open Championship, also known as the British Open. Xander Schauffele won last year.

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Tom Bergeron uses his years of experience hosting “Dancing With the Stars” to host this unprecedented dancing competition where five divers team will work with their shark partners to be crowned the first-ever shark dancing champion.

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Below Deck (61) BRAV 8 p.m.

After what can only be called some rough seas, the crew hopes to get over a difficult charter by taking two days off at a luxurious villa. However, it seems like big waves follow this group everywhere as Solene and Rainbeau argue and Damo breaks the code.

The Quiz With Balls (5) FOX (69) WTXF 9 p.m.

Trivia never seemed so offensive as when the Sinclair-Bryant and Behrakis families battle it out in hopes of avoiding being hit with giant balls which could knock them into the water below. The more wrong answers you give, the harder questions get.

POV (12) WCPB 10 p.m.

As Samuel turns 21, he’s eager to gain more independence, but after battling health issues, inaccessible spaces and ableist barriers, the path hasn’t been easy. But with help from a community of disability activists, Samuel fights to find a way forward.

TUESDAY

The 1% Club (5) FOX (69) WTXF 8 p.m.

During this latest episode, a professional mascot, a psychic and a rabbi compete amongst the 100 contestants vying for the $100,000 grand prize. All they need to do is answer questions that only 1% of the American population can get right.

Renaissance: The Blood and the Beauty (12) WCPB 9 p.m.

In this series finale, Michelangelo (Charles Dance) works on the Sistine Chapel as Raphael (Joshua Duffy) works on the Pope’s (Scott Alexander Young) private apartment nearby, both hoping to outdo the other and gain the favor of the church.

Next Gen NYC (61) BRAV 9:15 p.m.

Tensions rise in the group as they return from Jersey, with Riley calling out double standards and Emira dropping a bombshell. At Georgia’s bowling night, Ava’s loyalty sparks major drama and Brooks steps out of Meredith’s shadow and carves his own path.

WEDNESDAY

Family Law (3) CW 8 p.m.

This Season 4 premiere finds every part of Abigail’s (Jewel Staite) life in a state of upheaval as Ben (Benjamin Ayres) is off the wagon, Sofia (Eden Summer Gilmore) has written a tell-all and Harry (Victor Garber) doesn’t give her equity partnership.

Match Game (7) WMDT 9 p.m.

It’s the return of a revival as the iconic game show is back in this series premiere with Martin Short hosting. Four contestants need to match answers with six celebrities in hopes of winning $25,000.

My Strange Arrest (23) A&E 10 p.m.

This unique reality series returns for an all-new season of hijinks with two episodes airing backto-back. Each episode gives viewers an in-depth look at people behind some of the weirdest, wildest and most bizarre crimes ever committed.

THURSDAY

Surviving Jaws (44) DISC 8 p.m.

Marine biologist Tom “Blowfish” Hird joins forces with predator ecologist Michelle Jewell to revisit the legacy of “Jaws.” As they dive with great whites, they separate Hollywood myth from fact, uncovering the truth about what lurks beneath the surface.

Celebrity Family Feud (7) WMDT 8 p.m.

Steve Harvey hosts another episode of side-splitting answers from fan-favorite celebrities and their families as they take on other celeb families to win money for charity. This time, the celebs are the Arquettes, Martina McBride, Patti La Belle and more.

The Real Housewives of Orange County (61) BRAV 9 p.m.

The filler is fresh, the Botox is bangin’ and the ladies who lunch in the lap of luxury have never been cattier. This time, Heather faces a birthday conundrum, Jenn and Katie support their kids indecisive

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ByMikeStern StaffReporter

TheemotionandpridewereevidentinIndianRiverHighSchool alumTylerBowenthisweek.

“I’mgoingtoturnpro,anditfeels likeadream,”saidBowenafterthe 6-foot-1,195-poundrighthanded pitcherwasselectedinthe12th roundoftheMajorLeagueBaseball draftbythePhiladelphiaPhillieson Monday,July14.“I’llbereportingto theSingle-AClearwater(Fla.) ThreshersoftheFloridaState LeaguethisFriday.”

Bowen’sroadmaptotheMajor LeagueswouldtakehimthroughaffiliatesincludingClassHigh-A Lakewood,N.J.,Double-AReading, Pa.,andTriple-ALehighValley,Pa.

The2021graduateofIndian RiverHighSchoolrecentlypitched intheMajorLeagueBaseballDraft Leaguetoshowcasehisskills.He alsohadcommittedtoNCAADivisionIbaseballpowerUniversityof Oregon.

NewsofBowen’sselectionquickly spreadlocallyastheacclaimbegan.

“I’mveryproudofTyler,”said IRHSbaseballheadcoachSteve Longo,whocoachedBoweninhis seniorseason,in2021.“Hewaspart ofmyfirstgroupofplayerswhenI gottoIndianRivermyfirstyear there.IhadseenhimintheDelmarvaAces’buildinginthewinter priortothatseason,andIknewhe wassomethingspecial.Whilecoachinghimthroughthespringandthen intosummerball,Igottotrulysee whatkindofplayerheis.Iknew thenthathehadthetoolstobea professionalbaseballplayerandgo farinthisgame.

“Hecommittedtohiscraft, workedhardandstuckwithit throughhisupsanddownsduring thepastfewyears,andnowhishard workhaspaidoff,”addedLongo.“I knowthisisjustthebeginningfor Tyler.Anyonewhohasthepleasure ofknowinghimandcoachinghimor playingwithhimknowswhattypeof acompetitorheis.I’mexcitedtofollowhisjourney,andforhimandhis family.Hedeservesallthesuccess comingtohim.”

IRHSalumBowenselectedbyPhilliesin12throundofMLBdraft

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TylerBowen,right,withhissister,fatherandmotherduringatriptothebeach. BowenwasrecentlyselectedbythePhilliesinthe12throundoftheMLBdraft.

‘Everyone…isso jazzedupforTyler’

Bowenisjoininganorganization thatcontinuestopursuethedevelopmentofsolid,reliable,reliefpitching.

“ThePhilliessawthefastballthat’s at98mph,andtheyalsosawtheway hemoves,”saidDaveWhigham,head coachoftheDelmarvaAces,afeeder programtoDelmarvaCollege ProspectswithlocationsinBishopville,Md.,andMiddletown.“It’s electric.He’sahigh-levelathletic mover,andIthinkthereare100miles perhourinhisarm.”

“Everyonearoundthisareaisso jazzedupforTyler,”addedWhigham, whoseorganizationhashelpednearly 250athletesascendintocollegebaseballprograms.“Hedeservesthis—especiallywithaclublikethePhillies. I’veknownhimsincehewas15years old,andhe’sbeenthesamekidtheentiretime.He’sarelentlessworkerand

alwayshadbigdreams.That’snever changedovertheyears.He’shungryto makehismarkinbaseball.He’snever settledonjustbeinganaverageguy. Thehypeisreal,andwecan’twaitto seehimpursuehisdreamsinprofessionalbaseball.”

TheBowenfamilyinDagsborowas ecstaticuponhearingthenewsofhis selection.

“Wearesoincrediblyproudofour son,”saidhismother,DawnBowen, whojoinedinTyler’scelebration, alongwithherhusband,Jeff,and daughter,Sophia.“Todayisadaywe willneverforgetafterwatchinghim achieveadreamhe’sworkedsohard for.”

BowenisthefourthDelmarvaAces prospecttobedraftedbyaMajor Leagueteam,andthefirsttobeselectedfromIndianRiverHighSchool sinceoutfielderJamieJarmonwas takeninthesecondroundofthe2012 draftbytheTexasRangers.

HealsoisthefirstLanderUniversityBearcattobedraftedsinceFraser Ellardwastakenintheeighthround bytheChicagoWhiteSoxin2021.

“Wearesuper-proudofTylerand everythingheaccomplishedwithour program,”saidLanderbaseballhead coachJasonBurke.“Heputinatonof workoverfouryearsandneverwaveredinhiscommitmenttotheprogram.Heisagreatplayer,agreat teammateandaBearcatforlife.Heis goingtodogreatthingswiththe Philliesorganization.”

Comingalongway onhisjourney

Bowen’sjourneytothispivotalmomenthasbeenalongone.

AfterhelpingtheIndiansreachthe DIAAplayoffsin2021,hecommitted toNCAADivisionIImemberLander University.In2022,heappearedin16 Bearcats’games,losinghisonlyverdict andthrowing14.1inningsresultingin anearnedrunaverageover10.

His improvementin2023wasreflectedbya3.93ERAin18.1innings,a 1-1won-lostmarkandtwosavesin15 appearances.Hefanned20hitterswhile issuing18walks.

ButinNovemberof2023,hehadan internalbraceplacedonhisrightelbow. “Thatwasachallenge,”hesaid. “Somepeopledon’tcomebackfrom thatthesameway.So,Iwasjustgoing todoeverythinginmypowertoget backontothefieldbetterthanIwasbefore.”

Aftermissingthe2024season, Bowenreboundedimpressively. In 2025,hehelpedleadtheLander UniversityBearcatstotheirfirstPeach BeltConferencetourneysince2014.In 22appearances,hecompileda3.67 earnedrunaverageover34.1innings, strikingout55hitters,recordingfour savesanda3-2won-lostmark.

“ThemostimportantlessonI’ve learnedisthatyoushouldpitchtoyour strengths,”hesaidrecently.“Ihaveput incountlesshoursoftraining.So,it’s justgoingoutthere,havingfunandlettingeverythingelsefallintoplace.And I’mcarefulnottostresstoomuch.

“I’mlivingmydream,”headded.“It isawesome.It’severylittlekid’sdream toplayintheMajorLeagues,andnow I’mjustlivinginit.”

CoastalPoint•SusanLyons Theladiestakeofffromthestartinglineduringaraceatthe44thAnnualUnited StatesLifesavingAssociation’sMid-AtlanticRegionalcompetition.

Localguardsputathleticism, skilltothetestincompetition

ByJasonFeather StaffReporter

It’snotallworkandnoplayfor thelifeguardsontheDelaware beaches.Andthe44thAnnual UnitedStatesLifesavingAssociation’sMid-AtlanticRegionalcompetitionwasaboutmorethanfunfor thelocalguardiansofthesurf.The annualshowcaseofskillandathleticismwasonprominentdisplaylast Wednesday,July9,ontheedgeofthe shoreinRehobothBeach.

ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS

Thesandwaskickingupallover theplace,andthewavesweren’tthe onlythingscrashinginthewateras participantscamefromupanddown theMid-Atlantic,frombeachesin NewJersey,NewYork,Marylandand Delaware,forthecompetition.The FirstState’sguardsshowedupand showedout,withwinsin24ofthe 35events,includingsweepingthe nineOpenWomen’scompetitions. ThetopthreesquadsintheoverallteamstandingswereDelaware StateParks(43competitors)with 716points,RehobothBeach(29 competitors)with304pointsand BethanyBeach(18competitors)with 222.875points.OceanCity,Md.’s teamwasfourth,with28competitors for218.5points,whileSeaGirtfrom NewJerseywasfifth,withjusteight competitorsfor189.75points.Other localpatrolsthatparticipatedincludedDeweyBeach,Middlesex Beach,NorthBethany,SeaColony, NorthShoresandFenwickIsland. ThetopfemaleindividualcompetitorwasElizabethFryfrom DelawareStateParks,with70points. Sheclaimedfirstplaceinseveral events,includingtheOpenWomen’s SurfRace,OpenWomen’sRunSwim-Run,andtheOpenWomen’s BoardRescueRace,whichshecompetedinwithteammateMadelynn McTeer.Shealsofinishedinfirst placewithteammatesAmyVenables, HaileyMooreandMackenzieGormaninOpenWomen’sRescueRace, andteamedupwithVenablesand MooreforawinintheOpen Women’sLandlineRescueRace. NorthBethany’sAshlynRoselle wasfifthinthewomen’soverallindividualstandings,with40.75points, andBethanyBeach’sMorganGlass finishedinseventhplaceoverall, with37.25points.OthersintheTop 20includedBethanyBeach’sJensen Ritter(15th,31.25points),Caitlin Smith(18th,29.25points)andBella

Scharp(20th,23.125points).Glass andRitterfinishedfifthandsixth, respectively,intheOpenWomen’s SurfRace.GlasswasfifthandRitter finishedninthintheOpenWomen’s Run-Swim-Runeventaswell.

Scharp,Smith,RitterandGlass teamedupforafourth-placerunin theOpenWomen’sLandlineRescue. Thesamegroupplacedthirdinthe OpenWomen’sBoardRescueRace. ThefoursomeofMiddlesexBeach’s BrookeKenyon,FenwickIsland’s DanielleStewart,andNorth Bethany’sDelaneySmithandShannonConnellywereeighthinthat event.

SeaColony’sCindyFajardoand StefaniChakarovateamedupfora sixth-placefinishintheOpen Women’sBoardRescueRace.Smith wrappeduptheOpenWomen’scompetitionwithaneighth-placefinish inthe90MSprint.

IntheOpenWomen’s2KBeach Run,NorthBethany’sShannon ConnellyandCoreyWhitewere fourthandfifth,respectively,while Scharpcameacrossthefinishlinein 10thplace.Rosellewassecondinthe OpenWomen’sBeachFlagsevent, withSmithfinishingninth.

RoselleteamedupwithRehoboth

Lifeguardstake-offduringthe400-metersurfraceatthecompetition.

Beach’sSophiaGulotti,and DelawareStatePark’sLainey ShockroandZoeWilliams,totake secondplaceintheOpenWomen’s4 x90MRelayrace.

Forthemen,DelawareState Parks’ColemanWoodardedgedout teammateDuncanProxmireforthe topindividualhonors,48.75to48.0. MiddlesexBeach’sDeclanBurkewas

sixthintheoverallindividualmen’s standings,with37.0points.Bethany Beach’sBradyWolffoundhimself insidetheTop20at17thwith20.0 points.

Woodardwasalateentryontothe SeaGirtteamthatwontheOpen Men’sRescueRace,astheywerea manshortandenlistedtheDelaware StateParksguardtojointhem.To-

gether,theywereabletobeatthe DelawareStateParksteamofProxmire,LandonSengphachanh,Bailey NoelandTylerBlandin.Bethany Beach’steamofBradyWolf,Brendan Regan,GarrettSteeleandQuinn Macauleywasthird. Proxmirewassecondinboththe

Lifeguards

individualOpenMen’sSurfRace andOpenMen’sRun-Swim-Run, finishingjustaheadofWoodardin thelatterevent.

MiddlesexBeach’sGraham SchultzandBurkewerethirdand fourth,respectively,intheOpen Men’s2KBeachRun.Bethany’sCole Donnellywas11th,andFenwickIsland’sAlexBreschiwas12thinthe thatevent.BurkeandShaneHall combinedforthirdplaceintheOpen Men’sBoardRescueRace,while teammatesDrewBarthelmessand MarkDatilliowerefourthinthat event.

TheBethanyBeachquartetof AlexanderArnold,BrendanRegan, DillonMcKayandLiamReganwere fourthoverallintheOpenMen’s 4x90MRelay.McKayalsoturnedin asixth-placefinishintheOpen Men’s90MSprint.

OutsideoftheOpenDivision, locallifeguardsshowedverywell, withSeaColony’sCindyFajardo takingfirstplaceinthe50-54 Women’sSurfRace.Shewasalso firstinthe50-54Women’sRunSwim-Runevent.

SeaColony’sJoshRemaniakwas firstinthe30-34Men’sSurfRace, whileNorthBethany’sJonRuckdeshelwassecondinthe55-59 Men’sSurfRace.Remaniakwasalso firstinthe30-34Men’sRun-SwimRunevent.BethanyBeach’sRyan Smithwasfirstinthe30-34Men’s 2KBeachRun,alsofinishingsecond

inthe30-34Men’sBeachFlags event.NorthBethany’sToddRoselle wastopsinthe45-49Men’sBeach Flagsevent.

Theoldestcompetitorlastweek wasfromMonmouthBeach,N.J.,as

WilliamDorneyparticipatedinthe 75+Men’sSurfRace,markinganimpressiveaccomplishmentinstill competingathisage.

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Thelifeguardsswimbacktoshoreduringthecompetition.

ByMikeStern StaffReporter

Intheautumn,shefrequentlyseparated thefieldhockeyballfromopponents.

Thedefensivestandoutalsomade thingsdifficultforgirls’lacrosserivalswhen theflowersbloomedinspring.

IndianRiverHighSchooltwo-sport standoutShaylaHayeswasanoutstanding performerforallseasons.

Afour-yearlacrossestarterandthreeyearfieldhockeystandout,Hayeswasunselfishlyquicktocreditherteammatesin bothsports.

“Thekeytomysuccess inbothlacrosseandfield hockeyhasbeenteamwork,” saidtheVirginiaWesleyan Universitylacrossecommit. “Nomatterhowskilledyou areindividually,successin thesesportsalwayscomes downtohowwellyouwork togetherwithyourteammates.Learninghowmy teammatesplay,understandingtheirstrengthsandtrustingtheirdecisionsonthe fieldhavemadeahugedifference.Whenateamtrusts andsupportseachother, everythingelsefallsinto place!”

Honoredtobea partofbothteams

Hayessaidshefelttruly honoredtobeapartofboth squads.

Shewaspartofarecordbreakinggirls’lacrosseprogramatIndian RiverHighSchool.TheIndianssetanew single-seasonmarkintheir10thseasonof competitionbywinningninegamesen routetorecordingtheirfirst-everDIAA playoffberthwitha9-7overallrecord— thefirsttimetheteamhaspostedamark above.500.Inaddition,Hayesandherdefensivecolleagueshelpedseniorgoalkeeper ChloeMegeefinishherscintillatingcareer withaschool-record317stops.

“Ourlacrosseprogramhascomesucha longway,frombarelyhavingenoughplayersforavarsityteammyfreshmanyearto nowhavingmorethanenoughforbotha

varsityandjuniorvarsityteaminmysenior year,”saidHayes“Theprogramhasgrown somuch—notjustinnumbers,butinskill andconsistency.Theprogramwillcontinue togrowinthenearfuture,thankstoour headcoachBillyBonbrightsteppingup andhelpingguideourlacrosseprogramin therightdirection.

“Fieldhockeyhasalwaysbeenastrong, competitivesportatIR,evenwhenIwasin middleschool.Fromfreshmantosenior year,”sheadded,“I’vewatchedtheteam growandimprovesomuch.There’sso muchpotentialforthefuture,andabig partofthatisduetoheadcoachTorrie Huksteppingupandbeingexactlywhat theprogramneeded.”

Lastfall,Hayesexperiencedanexciting achievementwhentheIRgirls’fieldhockey squadreachedtheDIAAplayofftournament.

“Thatwasoneofthemostexcitingmomentsofmyhighschoolsportscareer,”she said.“Itwasthefirsttimewemadeitduringallfourofmyyearsplaying.

“I’mreallypleasedthatwegotthesame chancewithlacrossethisyear,”sheadded. “Themostchallengingpartofplaying thesesportsisrecognizingourweaknesses

andadjustingquickly.Therehavebeen timeswherewefigureditoutalittletoo late,ornotatall,andthatcanbetough.But it’spartoftheprocess.Anotherbigchallengeislearningtoletgooffrustration whenwemessup.Stayingpositiveand movingonissuchanimportantpartof growingasateam!”

Hayessaidsheisincrediblygratefulfor theunforgettableexperiencesandthe amazingpeopleandfriendshipsthataccompaniedthem.

“KnowingthatI’mleavingtheseteams withtwoamazinglong-termheadcoaches issuchagreatfeeling,”shesaid.“Ican’twait toseewhatthefutureholdsforthem!”

Hayesemergedasaleaderforboth teamsthroughherconsistenthardwork anddedication.

“Iplayedtravellacrosseandattended summercampstostayactiveandimprove,” shesaid.“Ikeptupwithworkoutsbefore preseasonandplayedindoorsduringthe wintertokeepbuildingskills.Stayingcommittedyear-roundhashelpedmegrowasa playerandleadbyexampleonandoffthe field.”

DelmarvaChristianathleticdirectorearnsnationalcertification

DelmarvaChristianSchoolannouncedthis weekthatDirectorofAthleticsMattMcGinnis hasbeenrecognizedbytheNationalInterscholasticAthleticAdministratorsAssociation (NIAAA)asaCertifiedAthleticAdministrator (CAA).

Toachievethenationaldistinction,McGinnissuccessfullycompletedavoluntarycertifica-

Hayes

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“Shayla’sdefensiveacuityontheelbow canstopjustaboutanydrivefromuptop,” saidBonbright.“Wheresheisstrongestis helpingcalluponheryoungermiddiesto shift,switch,double,orputpressureonspecificplayerswhenitisneededthemost.”

tionprocessthatevaluatedhiseducationalbackground,experienceandprofessionalcontributions.Theprocessalsoincludeda comprehensivewrittenexaminationthat demonstratedhisexpertiseininterscholastic athleticadministration.

McGinnisjoinsinterscholasticathleticdirectorsacrossthecountrywhohaveattainedthis

Playingwomen’slacrosse atthecollegiatelevel

Beginningthisfall,the5-foot-3Hayes willmajorinelementaryeducationand playwomen’slacrosseatVirginiaWesleyan University,aprivateschoollocatedinVirginiaBeach,Va.TheMarlinsarean NCAADivisionIIImemberoftheOld DominionAthleticConference.

“Ihonestlycan’tfullyexpresshowgrate-

levelofprofessionalachievement.

“I’mdeeplycommittedtogrowingasanathleticsadministratorandrefiningmycraftevery day,”saidMcGinnis.“TheNIAAAcertification processhasbeeninstrumentalinlayingastrong foundationformycontinuedprofessionaldevelopment.I’mexcitedabouttheeducational-based athleticopportunitiesatDelmarvaChristian

fulIamforthisopportunity,”shesaid.“I’m incrediblyexcited,andIfeelsoluckytobe partofthis—especiallybecauseIgetto experienceitalongwithmyfriendand teammateCarterLehman.Itmeansso muchtome,andI’meagertogetstarted andmakethemostofit.I’mtrulythankful forthechancetobeinvolvedinthisandto sharetheexperiencewithsomeonecloseto me.

“I’malsoreallyexcitedtobewiththe team,”sheadded.“Ialreadyfeelcomfort-

Schoolandlookforwardtobuildinganathletic programthatnotonlysupportsthephysicaland emotionalwell-beingofourstudent-athletesbut alsoreflectsahigherstandardofexcellencefor ourschoolcommunity.”

TolearnmoreaboutDelmarvaChristian’s programs,visitwww.delmarvachristian.orgor callDelmarvaChristianat(302)856-4040.

ablewitheveryone,andI’vebuiltstrongrelationshipswithsomanyofmyteammates, whichmakesthisevenmorespecial.”

Benefitingfrom hercoaches’guidance

Hayescreditedseveralcoacheswho havehadaprofoundimpactonhersuccess throughoutherjourney.

“I’vebeenguidedbysometrulyremarkableleaderswho’vemadealastingimpact onme,”shesaid.“LoganRyanandMya Parksweretwoofthemostinfluential coaches.Theirdedicationandsupportgo farbeyondthegame.They’rethekindof peoplewhoalwaysshowup,alwaysgive theirall,andgenuinelycareaboutmysuccessonandoffthefield.

“WhetherIneededhelptacklinga toughschoolassignmentornavigatingpersonalchallenges,theywererighttherewith guidanceandencouragement.TheirinfluencehasshapednotonlytheathleteI’ve become,butthepersonIamtoday,andI’m forevergratefulfortheirpresenceinmy life.

“IalsohavetorecognizeIRHSAthletic DirectorToddFuhrmann,who’sbehindthe-sceneseffortsmakeahugedifference,” Hayesadded.“Hedesignedeffectivetrainingprograms,helpedpreventinjuriesand guidedusthroughrecovery.Whetherit’s tapingupanankleorleadingastretch,his workisvitaltoourperformanceandhealth. TheprogressI’vemadeasanathlete wouldn’thavebeenpossiblewithouthis constantsupport.I’mluckytobesurroundedbysuchanincredibleteamofpeoplewhoaresoinvestedinhelpingme succeed.”

HayeshasalsobenefitedfromtremendoussupportfromhermotherJennifer CurryandfatherKeithHayes.

“Throughouteverything,mymomhas alwaysbeenmybiggestsupporter,”said Hayes,aresidentofFrankford.“She’salwaysencouragedmetobelieveinmyself andaimhighinsports,schoolandlife. DuringtimeswhenIwantedtoquitor didn’tfeelcapable,sheremindedmeofmy strength,andwasthesteadyvoicetelling menottogiveupandtokeepgoingno matterwhat.

“Beingtheoldestchild,everythingshe andIhavefacedhasbeennewforbothof us,”Hayesadded.“Butshe’salwaysstepped upandguidedmethroughitallwithlove anddetermination.Iwillforeverbegrateful forthetime,energyandcareshe’spoured intohelpingmegrow.Hersupporthas madeahugedifferenceinmylife,andI trulyappreciateeverythingshe’sdonefor me.”

LEGALS

OFFICE OF REGISTER OF WILLS OF SUSSEX COUNTY

OF DELAWARE

BOX 743; GEORGETOWN, DE 19947 (302)855-7875

Estate of Roy Henry Toomey Jr., Deceased.

Notice is hereby given that Letters of Administration upon the estate of Roy Henry Toomey Jr. who departed this life on April 25, 2025, late of Dagsboro, DE were duly granted unto Carol L. Hudson on June 24, 2025 and all persons indebted to the said deceased are required to make payments to the said Administrator without delay, and all persons having demands against the deceased are required to exhibit and present the same duly probated to the said Administrator on or before December 25, 2025 or abide by the law in this behalf.

Administrator:

Carol L. Hudson 30416 Honeybee Lake., 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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OFFICE OF REGISTER OF WILLS OF SUSSEX COUNTY STATE OF DELAWARE PO BOX 743; GEORGETOWN, DE 19947 (302)855-7875

Estate of Donald D. Carey Jr., Deceased.

Notice is hereby given that Letters of Testamentary upon the estate of Donald D. Carey Jr. who departed this life on June 8, 2025, late of Frankford, DE were duly granted unto Donald D. Carey, III on July 3, 2025 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 8, 2026 or abide by the law in this behalf.

Executor:

Donald D. Carey, III 33582 Parker House Rd., 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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TOWN OF SELBYVILLE NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

A PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD ON THE 4TH DAY OF AUGUST, A.D. 2025, AT 6:00 O’CLOCK IN THE EVENING, PREVAILING TIME, AT THE TOWN HALL, 1 WEST CHURCH STREET, SELBYVILLE, SUSSEX COUNTY, DELAWARE ON THE SUBJECT OF AMENDING THE TOWN CODE OF THE TOWN OF SELBYVILLE, CHAPTER 200, ZONING (“ZONING CODE”), TO ADD THE MU MIXED-USE OVERLAY DISTRICT AND NB NEIGHBORHOOD BUSINESS DISTRICT TO THE ZONING TABLE

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TOWN OF SELBYVILLE

THE TOWN OF SELBYVILLE PASSED AN ORDINANCE AFTER A PUBLIC HEARING ON MONDAY, JULY 7, 2025, AMENDING THE TOWN CODE OF THE TOWN OF SELBYVILLE, BY REVISING EXISTING CHAPTER 200, ZONING, § 200-3, DEFINITIONS AND WORD USE, TO INCLUDE A DEFINITION OF “SHORT-TERM RENTAL”, AND BY REVISING § 200-11, PROHIBITED USES, TO PROHIBIT THE SHORT-TERM RENTAL OF ALL TYPES OF RESIDENTIAL DWELLINGS IN ALL DISTRICTS WITHIN THE JURISDICTIONAL LIMITS OF THE TOWN OF SELBYVILLE.

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OFFICE OF REGISTER OF WILLS OF SUSSEX COUNTY STATE OF DELAWARE PO BOX 743; GEORGETOWN, DE 19947 (302)855-7875

Estate of Frances M. Getchell, Deceased.

Notice is hereby given that Letters of Testamentary upon the estate of Frances M. Getchell who departed this life on March 13, 2025, late of Ocean View, DE were duly granted unto John Getchell on July 3, 2025 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 November 13, 2025 or abide by the law in this behalf.

Executor:

John Getchell 864 Bullen Dr., Middletown, DE 19709

Gregory Fuller, Sr., Register of Wills

ATTORNEY:

James J. Haley Jr. 1716 Wawaset St., Wilmington, DE 19806

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TOWN OF MILLSBORO BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

On Monday, August 11, 2025, at 6:30 p.m. at the Millsboro Town Center, 322 Wilson Highway, Millsboro, Delaware, the Board of Adjustment for the Town of Millsboro will sit and hear the request from John and Rita Carroll to be granted a variance related to setbacks (§ 210-13(E)(1)). The property is zoned High-Density Residential/Residential Planned Community (HR/RPC) and has been assigned a Sussex County tax map and parcel number 133-16.00-2286.00.

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or send your resume to gherker@comcast.net

PART-TIME RELIGIOUS SCHOOL DIRECTOR

Our growing congregation in Rehoboth Beach DE is seeking a creative, values-driven individual to direct our weekly Sunday morning Religious School, from Sept – May, 9am –12pm, Kindergarten to 6th grade, and our once-a-month Pre-K Menschkins class, in a dynamic program featuring music, art, and Jewish learning.

Key Responsibilities: Develop engaging curriculum, Recruit/mentor volunteer teachers & aides, Manage school calendar & budget, Plan holiday events with Rabbi/ committees, and foster strong family engagement.

Quali cations: Experience in Jewish education, Basic Hebrew, Great communication /organizational skills, and a love for children and community.

For further detailed information, contact Marilyn Waltzer: Treasurer@seasidejewishcommunity.com

TOWN OF BETHANY BEACH

FULL-TIME PUBLIC WORKS POSITIONS

The Town of Bethany Beach currently has openings f or permanent full-time public works positions. This position is 40 hours per week. Applicants must possess a valid Driver’s License. CDL preferred but not required. Competitive employment benefit package includes: $18.75/hour, health, eye, dental and life insurance; paid vacations, holidays, sick time, personal days, defined retirement benefit and 457 plans are offered. As a member of Bethany Beach’s Public Works Department, employees join a team-oriented environment that helps maintain the beauty of the Town. Duties include sanitation, general labor, lawn maintenance, and other duties as assigned. has full-time, year-round employment opportunites for IRRIGATION TECHS as well as Crew Leaders and Laborers for their landscaping division. We offer competitive pay and great bene ts! Call now to schedule an interview

Application available at: Town Hall, 214 Garfield Parkway, Bethany Beach, DE 19930 Download and complete an application from the Town’s website, www.townofbethanybeach.com under Employment or call 302-539-1996 for further information. Make a difference this summer — join us in keeping Bethany Beach moving!

Part-Time Classroom/AV Support Staff (Two Positions)

Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at the University of Delaware

Department: Professional and Continuing Studies

Position in Lewes: Monday-Friday

Position in Ocean View: Monday and Wednesday

Location: Osher Lifelong Learning Institute in Kent and Sussex Counties

https://www.olli.udel.edu/

Application Deadline: Until Filled (applications reviewed upon receipt)

For job context, responsibilities, qualifications, compensation, application, and hours go to: https://www.udel.edu/content/dam/udelImages/h uman-resources/Careers/staff-empl-opps/AVSupport-Staff-6.22.25.pdf

BETHANY AREA SENIOR needs help with yard work. Call Bob for more info, 717-682-0218

DELMARVA PET RESORT Kennel Technician wanted. Provide care to dogs & cats. No experience necessary. FT & PT. Weekends a must, $15/hr. Selbyville, DE. 302-436-2275

ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES

1967 MUSTANG COUPE

Restored. $29,500

302-947-1022

ANTIQUE TRUNK

Beautiful $60 757-810-8782 FULL SIZED CAROUSEL

GIRAFFE Mint condition. Inquire for photos.

410-491-0409

ANTIQUE JEWELRY CABI-

NET 3ft high with ring & earring drawers. Like New $80. 302-579-0026

NORITAKE CHINA 8 settings, Melissa pattern. $45.00 302-537-6353

BABY BUGGIES Over 100 years old. Perfect Condition. Call for details. Best offer 610-506-9179

DISHES IMPORTED FROM Germany. Setting for 12, never used $80 302-579-0026

DOLLS FROM THE 40S & 50S. Good condition. and doll accessories. Call for details. Best Offer. 610-506-9179

ANTIQUE ELI TERRY JR & CO. 30 hour modi ed pillar scroll, wooden movement clock. Weight driven, circa 1830. Runs great, professional tune-up. $475 410-259-2300

LG Washing Machine model

WT7400CW, 2 yrs old, works great, white, near Millville, $350 (paid $750). Call/text for pics 302.278.3993

SUSSEX COUNTY HABITAT FOR HUMANITY RESTORE accepts donations of working appliances 10 years old or less for families in need. 302-855-1156

WHIRLPOOL DUET DRYER

Gray, with transition vent included. $80 302-249-3845

OSTER FOOD PROCESSOR 2 in 1 salad prep and food processor. Shreds, slices, puree, chop. New in box $75 301-875-7061

HIRING FOR MULTIPLE POSITIONS

Part Time/Full Time

Kitchen - Line cook, Dishwasher, EXPO, Counter Front - Host / Hostess, Server, Bartender

Please apply in person. Closed Monday and Tuesday SERIOUS INQUIRIES ONLY … PLEASE.

30234 Cedar Neck Rd. (next to Hocker’s Hardware Store)

Part Time Parish Administrator

Office Management, computer, phone, files, Church calendar, weekly bulletins. Coordination with outside contractors, work closely with Rector. Schedule, salary and benefits negotiable and based on experience. Apply to admin@stmarthasbethanybeach.org

God is Love and those who live in love, live in God, and God lives in them. 1John 4:16

DASH CHEF SERIES digital Blender. Includes instruction manual and recipe guide. Still in box $150 301-875-7061

ANTIQUE CAR!

1967 MUSTANG COUPE

Restored. $29,500 302-947-1022

2022 WINNEBAGO

LIKE NEW! Micro - Mini Travel Trailer”1700 BH” only used 3 times. Sleeps 5

$17,500 OBO 302-537-0769

2014 JEEP WRANGLER

72k miles, 3.6L, new brakes. Great shape! Asking $15k. Call 302-853-2728

SET OF 4 18” X 7”Polished grey pocket aluminim rims. $125 302-200-9350 pleaseleave message.

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 4-DIGIT DELAWARE

LIVE/ACTIVE trailer tags. Good dates. T5083, T7394 “7/3/94” T8697 “08/06/97” T9685 “09/06/85” Your Choice $650 each 302-542-9500

2017 CHEVROLET MALIBU all-weather front oor liners. Fit 2017-2020. Like new. $50 914-275-8938

DE LICENSE PLATE Stainless Steel with Rivets. Non Active. Collectors Item. $300 302-745-4122

BRAND NEW TOYOTA RAV 4 all weather mats for front seat, rear seat, and cargo area. $250 609-247-3649

SHURFLO PORTABLE oil change system with 3.5 gallon storage container. 12 volt DC. Like new, asking $100 914-275-8938

FISHING TACKLE WANTED

Professional Buyer pays fairly. Cash, easy friendly service, Reels, collections, buys all. 856-426-4940

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

2019 YAMAHA

WAVERUNNER EX SPORT

2001 SEA-DOO UTOPIA 19 with trailer. Very good condition and perfect for the bay. Call or text 610-657-4581 $5000 obo

POWERWINCH MODEL

AP1500 (remote control) 12volt rated 5 thousand pounds, for boats up to 22ft $80 302-542-9500

BIMINI TOP WITH BOOT cover $50 302-436-9005

PERSON KAYAK $80. 302-541-4547

MARINE GAS TANK

Portable above deck. Like new includes ttings , 3 gallon $40 302-542-9500

LEAD SINKERS

Bank, Pyramid, Hatteras, Trolling, Bell, Egg, Coin, etc. From 1oz up to 12oz. 25cents an ounce. Mix-N-Match. Also Jigs & Bucktails. 302-542-9500

NISSAN 9.8 HP BOAT

MOTOR low hours excellent condition $575 OBO. 302-668-8752

FISHING GEAR.

Surf, Trolling, and Boat Rods. Landing nets, cast nets, and lures. Contact Ted 302-539-8053 or 302-547-4348

Samsung 47" HDMI Flat

Screen TV. Excellent Condition, original owner, comes with wallmount, desk stand & cable. $140.00 text for photos:209-890-0634

DIGITAL CANNON VIDEO

Camcorder. Optuna 200 with multiple accessories but no battery charger $30 OBO. 703-346-1632

40 INCH SONY HDTV with stand. Excellent Condition $50.302-436-5836

SAMSUNG GALAXY S23 FE 1yr old. New in Box with Red case and everything included. $250 302-436-9133

32IN SHARP HDTV with remote $50. 443-373-1550

SPIRE MEMORY BANK for iPad $20. 302-743-1903

50” PANASONIC HDTV $35, 42” Vizio HDTV $25. Text 301-526-0624

FREE! 3 non-matching long outdoor lounge chairs. Good condition. Must take from 2nd oor apartment. Call 302-569-4580

FREE! Garage door used 7 x 16 you pick up Call 302-537-4390

FREE! LARGE DISPLAY

CABINET Framed Glass

Doors with top light and bottom storage. New Condition . 302-579-0026

FREE! Panasonic Compact Plain Paper Fax Machine.

Model # KX - EP 250 or 245. With instruction booklet.

302-564-7696

FREE! C-Pap Machine Nylon Carrying Case with Shoulder Strap 302-564-7696

FREE! Raleigh Mens 26” Bike. Needs new Tire. 302-564-7696

FREE! Patio Furniture. 6 chairs with coushions. Small storage cabinet and BBQ 732-910-0505

FREE DIRT! Community in Ocean View has 2,500 cubic yards of borrow soils from stormwater ponds. If interested, call Dennis at 203-644-4528

CUSTOM FURNITURE Ocean View Area. Couch $100, Chair $50, End Table $25, Coffee Table $75, with matching Valances & Rods

$50. Separately, Custom Sleeper Sofa with 2 Pillows $150. Serious Inquiries only. Call or text for photos & dimensions 724-825-8512

LIGHT PINK SLEEPER SOFA

L 80”, W 34”, H 25”. $200 Call for photos 240-997-8435

2 HEAVY WHITE BARSTOOLS Swivel $100 each OBO 703-346-1632

PRACTICALLY NEW SOFA

$850 OBO. Queen Bedroom Set, 3pcs with mattress & box spring. $850 OBO 703-346-1632

SMALL WHITE END TABLE $25 OBO 703-346-1632

WHITE BOOKCASE 5 shelves & 2 doors$900 new, Asking $275 703-346-1632

KING & QUEEN

Headboard $30 each 302-229-7898

PATIO CHAIRS $7 each 757-810-8782

TV CABINET $40 302-229-7898

STURDY BED RAIL $10 Leave message 302-539-5209

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

HERNDON CHINA CABINET Four Centuries style dark wood cabinet with mesh doors and 3 glass shelves. Additional storage underneath. 77"h x 39"w $250.00 Inquire for pics 209-890-0634

DINING ROOM TABLE 4 chairs, maple nish $150 302-362-3687

PAINTED WHITE WOODEN

1 WICKER CABINET with storage drawers/shelves, 46’W X 15”D X 34”H excellent cond. $70 Ocean View. Inquire for pictures 717-521-7955

PATIO CHAIRS Great condition! White & Blue $15 each. Brown & Blue $10 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

CHERRY CHEST OF Drawers, and Mirror. Solid wood, cherry nish. Great condition. $50 302-229-7898

2 COUNTER HEIGHT BAR STOOLS 26 1/2 high, brushed nickel back with cream leather seats. $100.00 302-545-9812

HEAT N GLO FIREPLACE Insert, like new $300 410-598-1161

2 SAFETY GLASS Game/Meal Tables, ea 42” square, plus 6 fabric chairs. $100 Ocean View. Inquire for pictures 717-521-7955

WHITE SINGLE OVER DOUBLE bunk bed; very sturdy, excellent condition; including bunkie board and mattresses. $325. Selbyville area. 717-576-6293

PATIO FURNITURE. Loveseat & Chair with Cushions $75 Selbyville 410-688-5483

WING CHAIR. brand new (doesn't t in my small room), yellow with green/raspberry stripes, $150 (paid $450 from CE Furniture), near Millville. Call/text for pics: 302.278.3993

OUTDOOR FURNITURE. 2 Chairs with cushions & foot stools with matching glass top coffee table. $400 302-663-9326

LEATHER RECLINER with Ottoman. Recliner; 32”w x 37”h. Ottoman: 21” x 17” x 16”h. Circular wood base. 1$140 302-537-5148

2013 JOHN DEERE X310 Lawn Tractor. 194hrs. Well maintained. 8 cubic yard cart & rear leaf bagger attachments included. $1,200. Ocean View 262-939-2755

302.539.7444

The Rev. Victoria Pretti, Rector 117 Maplewood Street Bethany Beach

50hrs, Lifejackets, cover, & trailer included. Good Condition $7500 717-554-7184

FREE! C-Pap Machine. Res Med 10 in nylon carrying case. Good working condition. 302-564-7696

ROCKER Aprox 24”w x 43”h. Pick up only $25 609-247-3649

LIKE NEW “BAHAMA” DINING Room table and 6 chairs. 78x44. Glass top with inlaid wood, includes 18” leaf. $250 OBO 571-216-2242

WORX CORDED LEAF BLOWER Mod WG520 $15 Call or text 603-205-2909

BLACK&DECKER 17in Corded Hedge Trimmer, Mod

16-32’ EXTENSION LADDER

$45. Leave Message 302-539-5209

2 CRAFTSMAN GARDEN

TILLERS 2HP $60 & 6HP

$150. 410-299-1581

GREEN WORKS 2000

PSI1.2gpm Pressure

Washer. Like New $199 302-436-9133

WEEDEATER Electric Remington Brand: Lasso

RM1155T. LEAFBLOWER

Weedeater Brand: Groundsweeper 2510 $11 each 410-939-7714

HUSQVARNA LEAF BLOWER

Model 225 HBV w/owners manual. Sold as is. $35 OBO. Please call 302-855-0631 Leave message and phone number

18X36 CRAFTSMAN lawn roller $150 410-299-1581

HUSQVARNA 48” RIDING Lawnmower. Like New, Runs Great $400 443-397-3377 Ask for Mike

RYOBI 16 inch 40 volt

Lawnmower $100 OBO

410-726-8099

RIDGID 12inch Sliding Compound Mitre Saw w/ stand cart $200 OBO 410-726-8099

Waterfront Lot, cleared, ready to build in Parkslay VA. 2 1/2 acres on Crippen Creek. Paved roads, community pier for shing. crabbing, kyaking. Boat launch nearby. 1 1/2 hours from Bethany $85, 000 OBO 302-462-5133 FOR

FOR SALE BY OWNER

JOHN DEERE Tractor/Lawnmower. 36” cut, 19 horsepower. Like New. $900 rm

302-396-5450

CRAFTSMAN 30” bow saw $25. (2) 20 in. bow saws $15 each 302-537-7348

GARDEN GROOM 3 in 1

Hedge Trimmer, $50 OBO

609-247-3649

55/30 GALLON BARRELS

Metal or plastic with or without lids. For burning, storage, oating docks, rain barrel, live bait, ush tank, planters/pots etc Starting at $35 302-542-9500

“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

WORX 4-1/2” CORDED Compact Circular Saw. Mod WX429L$10. Call or text 603-205-2909

WEBER SPIRIT II E210 gas grill w/cover, smoker box & 21drip trays.$150. Call or text

603-205-2909

MOTORCYCLE APPAREL & Accessories. Reasonably Priced! 717-979-7282

CONVENTIONAL & MICROWAVE COMBO $95

Please leave message 301-802-0431

PRECISION COOKER ANOVA

$135 new, now $45 OBO

302-564-7696

Silver Woods: 3BR/2BA single family home with garage in Ocean View. $2,400 per month + utilities.

Cottages at Whites Creek: 3BR/2BA mostly furnished single family home with garage. $2,350 per month + utilties and 6% Ocean View Rental Tax.

Creek Haven: 4BR/2.5BA, 2 story single family home with 2 car garage. $2,500 per month + utilities and 2% rental tax. Edgewater Acres: Waterfront! 4BR/3BA single family home in Fenwick area. $2,750 per month + utilities. Available after 8/1/2025.

HONEYWELL HUMIDIFIER

$20 Please leave message

301-802-0431

UREKA UPRIGHT $15

Please leave message

301-802-0431

SINGER Sewing Machine

$30 Please leave message 301-802-0431

POLK AUDIO R150 Bookshelf

Speakers, black, brand new in carton. $125 443-790-0507

PICTURE FRAME VICE

Stanley $25 302-436-9005

BLACK HYDRAULIC

hairstyling chair. Leather & chrome. Great condition. Orig. $400, asking $50. 443-373-7294

DENTAL INSURANCE from Physicians Mutual Insurance Company. Coverage for 350 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

www.dental50plus.com/MDDC #6258 5X4 HANDMADE QUILT

Large $70 443-373-1550

POKER CHIP & CARD

HOLDER Swivels $40

443-373-1550

SHEEPSKIN RUG $50 443-373-1550

30,000 BTU PROPANE WALL

Heater with Thermostat & Blower $150 302-539-5545

UNIQUE GOLD SUNBURST

pattern 5x8 area rug. India House, pictures available $75 610-952-6306

FLOOR PNEUMATIC Nailer. Used once $70 302-381-5408

CRAFTSMAN ROUTER 1 1/2

HP Never used $60 302-381-5408

All units are N/S, N/P unless otherwise noted. Credit application and security deposit required.

Saltwater Landing: 3BR2.5 BA furnished single family home with office and 2 car garage in Selbyville. $2800 per month + utilities and 2% rental tax.

Lawn Maintenance included.

Bayside: 3BR/2.5BA, 2 story townhome with garage. Unfurnished. $2,900 per month. Available after 8/1/2025.

The Reserves: Large 3BR/3BA furnished single family home in Ocean View. $3,000 per month + utilities.

Ocean View Beach Club: 4BR/3BA fully furnished single family home in Ocean View. $3,000 per month +5% rental tax. Available after 7/1/2025.

Owners: For problem-free management, list your properties with us! Call Kim

RIKON 10x18 mini lathe

Model 70-105 Brand Newbox never opened. $125 302-381-5408

4-DIGIT DELAWARE

LIVE/ACTIVE trailer tags. Good dates. T5083, T7394 “7/3/94” T8697 “08/06/97” T9685 “09/06/85” Your Choice $650 each 302-542-9500

3 KITCHEN HANGING

White Lamps. New, Excellent Condition. $100 302-559-0848

CORNER CHINA CLOSET Excellent Condition. With light $80 302-559-0848

2 AC UNITS Row Excellent Condition. Will cool 2-3 rooms $100 302-559-0848

GREENLEAF EMERSON Row

Doll House Kit, still sealed in box, $150 or best offer, pick up only, 609 247 3649

THULE ROOF BOX with adjustable rails 36”x78” with keys $425 845-542-1838

CROCK POT,

6 qt, programable. Brand new in carton. $40 443-790-0507

MODEL TOY “TANKER”

TRUCKS Nice Christmas gifts. $10.00 each 302-537-4390

SKINNY MINI FOLDING

Metal Stepladder. 4 steps 5ft high good condition. Orig $75, asking $30. 302-539-1202

WERNER 20FT EXTENSION

LADDER D1520-2 extra heavy duty $150 OBO. 302-564-7564

WOOD LECTURN used once $50 302-381-5408

20 POUND STEEL PROPANE

Tank. 100% full/like new, just certi ed $40. Also, empty tanks used for exchange $20 302-542-9500

BRAND NEW Indoor/ Outdoor 9x12 rug. Navy blue with white sh. Bought it for $250. Didn’t t, can’t return it. Selling for $200. 610-761-2038

BRAND NEW HANDMADE

5x7 Turkish Rug. Still in original packaging. Purchased in Kusadasi, Turkey. Rug sells there for at least 6k during busy Summer tourist season. We were there in Oct (end of season) and paid $1400. Willing to accept reasonable offer. CASH ONLY please. 973-722-5367

6 HP EVINRUDE O/B MOTOR Oldie but Goodie! Needs propeller. $100 OBO Worth a Look! 302-537-3880

Floral Oriental Hand Knotted Wool & Silk Throw Rug. 5' x 2 1/2' $175.00 OBOText for photos 209-890-0634

FUJIFILM UNDERWATER

Digital Camera with batteries & accessories $70. 302-743-1903

ARTTRICKS CALLIGRAPHY Set $10. 302-743-1903

BATHROOM THROW RUG and lid. Aqua color, New with matching cotton print shower curtain. $10 for all. 302-537-7348

MAHOGANY WOOD SALAD

BOWL Set. Large, 7pcs, never used $20 302-537-7348

CRAFTSMAN 1’2” ELECTRIC Impact Drill 7.5 amps $35 OBO 410-726-8099

CRAFTSMAN 4” X 24” Electric Belt Sander $25 OBO 410-726-8099

RYOBI ELECTRIC ORBITAL Scrolling Jig Saw $20 OBO 410-726-8099

ELECTRIC POWERWASHER

Good Condition $100. 302-541-4547

1 HP DRILL PRESS, 13” Plainer, a Jigsaw, and a Wood Lathe. Best Offer. Call 302-541-8259

20” UPRIGHT ELECTRIC FAN $8 Ocean View. Inquire for pictures 717-521-7955

TABLECLOTH Ivory, 60x84 Oval. New in package. $8 302-537-7348

MY BACKYARD QUAIL EGGS 302-249-8493

LADIES CLOTHES and Accessories. New to Vintage. Excellent condition. Various sizes. Lots of Jackets. Fifty pieces. $3-$20. 302-829-8400

IRON FISH SHAPED WINE

RACK Holds 20 Bottles of Wine $60. 302-743-1903

8 SINGLE HUNG SASH Windows. 6 are 32 1/2 x 29 1/2. Pro - Ply Gem. 2 are 19.7 x 34.3. Brand new $50 each 302-331-9626

METAL FRAME RESTAURANT Dining Chairs with extra thick cushions. $10 each. 410-608-7505

CRAFTSMAN TABLE SAW Router & Router Table $250

OBO. 302-541-8008

CONAIR ELECTRIC DIGITAL Scale. $8 Ocean View. Inquire for pictures 717-521-7955

RAZOR E300 ELECTRIC

SCOOTER w/charger. As is $20 717-682-0218

VINTAGE GAMES $1 each

302-644-7234

DOLLS (NOT ANTIQUE) Make Offer 302-644-7234

CROQUET SET $10

302-644-7234

GIFTS FROM CASINO Brand New. Make Offer 302-644-7234

PICTURES & FRAMES All Sizes. Make Offer 302-644-7234

GLASSWARE ALL SMALL

UNIQUE PIECES Closing my Shop, must buy all $75 must leave message. 410-939-7714

TWIN 100FT TANKS with manifold $500. 302-854-9498

PELLA SLIDING GLASS DOOR Like New, $300 856-979-3338

POWERBACK 5250 WATTS

GENERATOR excellent condition. $200 302-745-4122

“CUT THE CORD” New TV Antenna 36” x 48” for outside or attic. $125. Call 302-537-1062 leave message

LAFAN 8500 GENERATOR excellent condition. . 516-967-6435

MENS DUI DRY SUIT Large with weight belt. $500. 302-854-9498

DIVE TANKS 6 aluminum. $50 each. 302-854-9498

HOOVER FLOOR MATE never used, still in box, hard oor cleaner cleans multiple hard oor surfaces $80 301-875-7061

SAMSONITE HARD Suitcase 26x20. Rollers & combo lock $60 443-373-1550

BLOND KITCHEN SET, ceramic top oval table & 6 chairs $50.00 302-537-6353

SNOWBABY MUSIC BOX new in box, Christmas Miniature Tea Set, new in box. $25 for both. Call or text for pictures: 610-468-4004

LAFAN 8500 GENERATOR excellent Condition. $685 516-967-6435 12 FT WOODEN LADDER $30 410-382-2033

ELECTRIC DRILL Black & Dekker $10 410-310-6633

We Buy Houses for Cash AS IS! No repairs. No fuss. Any condition. Easy three step process: Call, get cash offer and get paid. Get your fair cash offer today by calling Liz Buys Houses: 1-866-541-7929

BISSELL PRO HEAT PET 2x Carpet Cleaner. Good Condition $40. 302-278-1441

DECORATIVE BIRD FRAMED bronze colored mirror by Uttermost. H 36” W 23 1/2” $75. Selbyville Text or call 410-707-6572 Inquire for photos

ELECTRIC CUSHIONED Back Massager by Homedics $20 410-310-6633

CONN 552 THEATER ELECTRIC Organ. Bench and music incl. Walnut nish, excellent cond. Beautiful sound quality. You must pick up. 302-663-0809 CORNER TV CONSOLE like new, 73 in high. Perfect and elegant space saving solution. Photos available by sending me an email at: abertaux27@gmail.com 500 410-707-0040

CONTEMPORARY SLEEP SOFA in Striped fabric, excellent condition, seldom slept on. $400. 410-707-0040

BLACK LEATHER SWIVEL Chair w/Ottoman. $40, metal and glass corner computer desk $30. Text 301-526-0624

BIG BUTTON amplifying phone. $10 410-310-6633

POWDER BLUE RUG good

cond, 65”L x 41”W. $40

Ocean View 717-521-7955

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Unlimited talk, text and data for just $25/month. The power of 3 5G networks, one low price. Call today and get the latest iPhone every year on us.

855-977-5719

PREPARE FOR POWER OUT-

AGES today with a Generac home standby generator. $0 money down + low monthly payment options. Request a free quote. Call now before the next power outage.

855-993-0969

FREE USED PIANO with Bench and de-humidi er.

Pick up in Ocean View

302-841-7256

FENDER Electric Guitar $200

OSCAR SCHMIDT Electric Guitar $250 PREMIER AMP

Twin 12” 1963 tube/trem mic. Excellent Condition, make offer. 302-541-8187

CASIO KEYBOARD LK210 with light up keys $70

410-382-2033

ROADRUNNER DRUMBAGS

22”, 12”, 16”, 10”, all for $35. Aquarian Superkick 2 20” base drum head with head $35 like new 302-278-1441

CB 10 LUG 14x7 1/2

Chrome Drum Snare. Aquarian Head 40 Strand Snares. Great Sound! $100. 302-278-1441

YORKIE PUPPIES FOR SALE.

Small, home raised.Available now 302-934-8913

WANT TO SAVE 100S OF CATS LIVES?

Spay or neuter ONE! Call Cats Around Town Society of Ocean View to make a low cost appointment. Rabies and Distemper vaccinations included. 302-355-9979

FANCY GUPPIES Very unique, bright colors. $2 each. Texts preferred. 302-841-4562

CA REG IVING

Experienced Adult Female Caregiver is Available 5-20hrs a week. For light housekeeping, meal prep and daily tasks. Bethany Area 302-824-0789

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

RALEIGH LADIES 26” BIKE

Great condition, refurbished, new tires, handle bar grips $100. Call 302-537-1062 Leave Message CALDWELL BALLISTIC precision chronograph nib. Works with bows, ri es, pistols, and paintball $95 . 301-875-7061

EXERCISE BIKE Yosuda Magnetic. Never Used $275 302-539-3771

2 SETS SNORKEL MASKS & Tubes. Optical Lenses, hardly used $20 each . 302-537-7348

RALEIGH C40 Premium

Ladies Bike. Flat Handlebar s/m 24 speed. British Racing Green. Pristine Condition. Made in the USA $299 302-278-1441

GOLDEN BEAR MEGA Men's Left handed Golf club complete set with bag. Like new, used 4 times. Hybrids have covers. Set includes putter, 56 degree and pitching wedge. Irons 5-9, Hybrids 34-5 3 wood and 2 #1 drivers. Asking $400 302-399-2765

TEETER INVERSION TABLE

Moving must sell! Excellent condition! $65 OBO

703-346-1632

MENS BIKE $40 Please leave message 301-802-0431

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.

202-999-0517

RAY COOK GOLF BAG, Brand new, retractable legs, $35 443-790-0507

KAYAKS JAZZ 2 Paddles & small wheeling cart. $425 302-539-3048

20” SCHWINN GIRLS

Bike, Pink, new. 26”$90. Huffy Bike, used $50 814-237-1001

TWO 90” CHILL PADDLE

Boards (new) with paddles $50 each 814-237-1001

COBRA GOLF BAG &

IRONS LIKE NEW Taylor Woods & Odyssey Putter. Orig. price new is $5k for set. Asking $500 for all. Lv msg. 302-988-1204

STATIONARY EXERCISE Bike $25 757-810-8782

LIFE PRESERVERS 4

Adult, 2 Child, 1 Toddler. $40 814-237-1001

KAYAK 28LB. 1 hand carry & launch. Orig $2300, selling $600. Refurb. 2020 & used 2x. Cockpit cover, mini-skirt, full skirt, self rescue in atable, PFD, cold weather socks & boots, night light, manual water pump, whistle, text 302-249-5453 for photos.

COBRA GOLF CLUB BAG & Irons. Tyler Woods & Odyssey Putter. Orig. New 5k for whole set. Like new $500 for all! Leave Msg. 302-988-1204

EWHEELS 2 WHEEL ELECTRIC SCOOTER with rechargeable battery. Very good condition, Ocean View, De. $599. Call Jim 301-661-7585

TANDEM KHS PREMIUM

Roma Bicycle. Med & small, Shimano Ultegra Easton 7K Aluminum frame. Like new, paid $2,500, selling for $750 302-278-1441

HEALTHRIDER TOTAL BODY Aerobic Fitness. $45 OBO 410-382-2033

GRAVITY INVERSION Boots $25 609-247-3649

TEETER INVERSION TABLE Great Condition! $75 302-353-8128 leave message WOMENS BEACH CRUISER 26” tires. Earth Cruiser brand. $40.00 302-339-7691

TREK 20” MEN’S BIKE Vintage 1990s. Single track Eleven 81. New tires, recent tune-up. $75 Pics available. 302-353-8128 Leave message.

TENNIS RACKETS Head with cover $15 & Prince with cover + carrying bag $20 410-382-2033

This Weekend

❐ Sat, July 19th 8am-2pm Rain or Shine

Woodlands of Millsboro Community Yard Sale! On Route 24, West of Millsboro DE 19966

❐ Sat, July 19th 9am-12pm Rain or Shine

Yard Sale! All Womens clothes $2, bathing suits, $2, shoes $2. All else marked as is. 38163 Martins Way, Ocean View DE 19970

Upcoming

❐ Fri, July 25th & Sat, July 26th 7am-12p Rain or Shine Thursday July 24th Preview 4pm - 7pm

Tools, clothes, books, toys, household items. Too much to list! 32261 Falling Point Rd Dagsboro DE 19939

10 SPEED MURRAY Bicycle, almost new $30 OBO. 757-810-8782 SNORKEL & MASK SET $10 410-310-6633

SEEKING UTILITY TRAILER with gate. Black, 6’ x 9’. 302-344-0169

SMALL GROUP OF HUNTERS seeking Hunting or Vacant property for upcoming season and Looking for Farmers Field to Hunt Geese in. Call Chuck at 410-924-6692

By Jan Buckner Walker

The

Original Crossword Puzzle for Kids and Their Favorite Adults

Kids Across

1. The last words in our pledge of allegiance are "One ____ under God, with liberty and justice for all"

3. A pair of lovely birds who stay together for life

7. To extend one finger toward the thing you're talking about

9. To win tic-tac-toe, you need three Xs or Os, all in a ____

11. It's the only number before 4 that has two vowels and one consonant

12. Obviously!: These stand on a shelf between two bookends

13. Veggie lovers can say with ease that in a pod you might find a couple of these

15. The first line of many storybooks: "Once ___ a time..."

16. It's the only number before 4 that starts with three consonants and ends with two vowels

19. Instrumental information: You can use just three fingers to play this horn

22. There are three of these in a bowling ball

The across clues are for kids and the down clues are for

24. It's about you: It's what you are if you are the only one in the room

25. You have two of these between your ankles and your knees

27. 9A, 9A, 9A your boat: It's a long, narrow boat that usually can hold one, two or three people

Parents Down

2. Once more than once

3. MJ's hit single of '81: "One ___ in Your Life"

4. Sum time: In terms of Roman numerals, it's what you get if you reverse the number four or add up all of the numbers that come before it

5. Essential pair that accompanies you when you go for a walk or a run

6. Tool that makes two boards out of one

7. Even one dollar you earned as a result of your investment is a ___

8. Three unborn roommates destined to one day share a birthday

10. Pair of people in courtship,

love or wedlock

14. Conjunction between two alternatives

17. A camel is a mammal that can have one ___ or two

18. Number of these on your pedal-powered transportation governs whether it is a unicycle, bicycle or tricycle

20. Hoped-for world status signaled silently by a person holding up her index nger and the one next to it (or a "V" made in sign language)

21. Only number before 4 that has exactly two consonants and one vowel

22. Equality for all: It's the other piece of something that's been split

23. Three, two or even just one of these is enough to build a roaring ame

26. Baby talk: For many infants, it's the rst word in their vocabulary (and the one they use to call their mother)

$950,000 (DESU2068178)

Call Logan Burke (c) 443-797-9217

premier golf community & Home of the Freeman Stage! Desirables include: furnished, walk-in closets, LVP ooring, gourmet kitchen, 1-car garage & a golf cart to easily get you anywhere in Bayside! Makes a Great Investment & Beach house.