Coastal Point — June 6, 2025

Countycouncil hearsaboutpositive impactsofoysters

BySusanCanfora StaffReporter

AssheaskedtheSussexCountyCouncilto helpfundtheDelawareEnvironmentalCoalition,MimiPerdueaskedcouncilmembersto rememberthreewordsthatdescribeitsimportance:economy,environmentandeducation.

“Thisisawin-win-winprojectforanyone. Thereisnodownsidetothis,”shesaid,remindingthecouncil,attheTuesday,June3, meeting,thattheUniversityofDelawareisinvesting—asistheU.S.Congressand DelawareStateLegislature—“andweare hopingthecountycouncilwillseefittodothe same.”

ShewasatthecouncilmeetingwithRick Chamberlin,presidentofthecoalition,aswell asUniversityofDelawareProfessorEdHale andKimHoeyStevenson,whosaidshegot involvedbecauseshebelievesinthecoalition, formedtohelpcommunitiesprotecttheenvironmentandlivingshoreline,enhanceenvironmentalsustainabilityandsupport Delaware’socean-centered“blue”economy. Halesaidthecoalitionisprovidingoysters

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Bernattakesonanew challengeinFrankford

ByKerinMagill StaffReporter

HeatherBernat’snewjobasFrankford’s townclerkisjustacrossthestreetfromherold one,whereshewasassistantdirectorofthe FrankfordPublicLibrary.Soisn’tsurprising thatsheseesmanyofthesamefacesfromher newdeskinFrankfordTownHall.

Bernat,53,tookoverthepostinAprilafter theretirementofCherylLynch,whohelditfor nearly10years.OriginallyfromMaryland, BernatgrewupinDoverandnowlivesnear OceanView(althoughshehasaFrankfordaddress).

IncollegeatDelawareStateUniversity, Bernatsaid,shecycledthroughanumberof

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majorsbeforesettlingoneducation.

“Iwenttoschoolformasscommunications,tobeinradiobroadcasting,and thenIswitchedtoplantandanimalsciencetobeavettech,andthenIswitched tobeateacher,”shesaidwithalaugh.

“Youknow,thetwothingsyou’renot supposedtoeverworkwitharechildren andanimals,”shejoked,paraphrasingan oldsaw.Regardless,shesaid,shefirst taughtpreschool“andthenIgotajobat theDoverPublicLibrary.Ilovedit.Iwas like,‘Wherewasthisjobmyentirelife?’” shesaid.

DuringtheCOVIDpandemic,she said,herhusbandretired,andthecouple movedtoSussexCounty,“andI,luckily, gotajobasthechildren’slibrarian”atthe FrankfordPublicLibrary,shesaid.

Allofthat,plusafewotherjobs, Bernatsaid,helpedprepareherforher newjobworkingfortheTownofFrankford.

“Thisjobtakesalittlebitofeverything,”shesaid.

BernatcreditedLynch,herpredecessor,withmakinghertransitionasmooth one.

“She’sreallygreatatcustomerservice,”shesaid.

“Ijustreallylovethecommunity,” Bernatsaid.“Ihavereallyluckedout.So manyofmypatronsfromthelibrary comeoverhereasresidents”andare

Frankford'snewTownClerk,HeatherBernatnowhandlesday-to-dayoperationsin TownHall.

pleasantlysurprisedtoseeherinhernew position.

“Itjustflows,”shesaidofthemove. “I’mstillgettingtohelppeople,justina newway.”

InadditiontoLynch,Bernatsaidthe townspeopleandtownofficialshave been“wonderful”toherassheadjuststo thejob.“Thecouncilmembersarejustso warmandwelcoming;SheldonandTom” shesaidofTownManagerSheldon HudsonandMaintenanceSupervisor TomRozelle,“andeverybody.Cherylwas

afantastictrainer.Shesetmeup.She wasveryontopofeverything.”

“Thebiggestchallenge…Cherylwas inthisjobfor10years.Shekneweverythingandeveryone.IfIgiveheraname, sheknowstheirstreetaddress.Soit’snot justlearningthejob,butit’salsolearning thepeopleandjustthelittlethings,” Bernatsaid,againpraisingLynch’scustomerserviceskills.Shesaid,“Learning

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allthoselittlethingssothatI’mableto putinthatextramilethatshewasableto putin”hasbeenachallenge,butoneshe welcomes.

Askedabouthowtheupcoming growthinFrankfordwillimpactherjob —withtwolargeannexationscompleted andtheVinesCreekCrossingdevelopmentnowunderway—Bernatsaidshe isnotoverlyconcernedaboutbeing overwhelmed.

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forcommercialfarming,andthereis opportunitytogrow,enhanceoyster productionanddiversifycrops,butthe waterqualityintheInlandBayscontinuestosufferbecauseoftoomanynutrientsinthewater.

Thesuccessofthecoalitiondepends oneconomicdevelopmentandeducation,hesaid,addingthatcoalition membersareworkingwithIndianRiver SchoolDistrictschoolstocreateanew curriculum,encouragingthosewithadvanceddegreestocompleteresearchand has invitedthosewhoarenotcollegeboundtoworkonoysterfarms.

Coalitionmemberssaidtheyare lookingforwardtoPhaseII,expanding thecurrentcenterandaddingmoreoystersandotherspecies;PhaseIII,enlargingtheproject;andPhaseIV,a

“That’sonepartthatisn’tstressful,becauseit’sveryexciting,”shesaid.

“It’saveryexcitingtimetobecoming intothisjob,becauseFrankfordreallyis growing,”Bernatsaid.

Thetwoplanneddevelopments— whichcouldresultinasmanyas900new homesinthetownofabout300residencescurrently—“isreallybreathing newlife”intothetown,shesaid.

“Itseemslikewehaveatownman-

multi-institutionalpartnershipwith otherorganizationsinthestateandcreatingalargeeducationcenter.

InApril,Chamberlindiscussedthe hatcheryduringaninformationalprogramatSt.Martha’sEpiscopalChurch in BethanyBeachandexplainedhow, fouryearsago,he,withotherDelaware residents,becameconcernedabout waterqualityintheInlandBaysand startedtalkingabouttheneedforan aquaculturehatchery,“anoysterhatcherytoraiseoysterspat.”

Oysterspatarebabyoysters,atthe larvalstage,thatsettleandattachto otheroystershellsandbecomethe foundationforoysterreefsandaquaculture.

Oneoysterwillfilter50gallonsof waterinaday—importantbecause Chamber lainsaidastudydoneacouple yearsagoindicatedwaterqualityin Delaware’sInlandBayswasa4ona

agerandacouncilthatisreadytomove ontothenextchapter,”Bernatsaid.

Navigatingstateandcountyagencies —particularlywithregardtothenew developments—issomethingsherealizesshewillhavetogetuptospeedon quickly,Bernatsaid.

Sheaddedthatshefeelsshecanbring newlifeintoFrankford’sinternetpresence,includingincreaseduseofFacebookandInstagramtopromotetown happeningsandtopotentiallyupdatethe Town’swebsite.

scaleof1to5,with5beingtheworst quality.

“Thisiswheretheseoysterscomein, andthisiswheretheoysterfarmers comein.Nowwehaveninefellowswho arefarmingoysters,mostlyintheRehobothBay.Oystersaren’tthebealland endall,buttheywillgoalongwayin improvingwaterquality.It’sabigproblem,anditgoesbackmany,manyyears,” hesaid.

BusinessesconnectedtotheInland Bays—includingrestaurantsandbaitand-tackleshops—bring$4.5billiona yearintoSussexCounty’seconomyand providethousandsofjobs,hesaid.

“Ifthebaygoessouthtothepoint whereit’sdeclaredpolluted,itwon’trecoverinourlifetime.We’redoingour best.We’renotdone.Thereisstillalot ofworktodo.Whenwestartedtalking topeopleaboutthis,theysaid,‘Why doesDelawareneedanotherchicken

Bernathasthreechildren—twoboys whoareoutofcollegeandadaughter whoisastudentatIndianRiverHigh School.Inaddition,shesaid,shehas“reallyenergeticdogs”thatkeepheractive. “Iliketohike,”withherfamilyandher dogs,shesaid.

Inadditiontospendingtimewithher family,Bernatsaid,“I loveeating.Ilove goingtorestaurants,”andsheenjoysratinghermeals.Whenshe’snoteatingor

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hatchery?’Noonereallyknewtheimportanceofanaquaculturehatchery,becauseDelawarehadnone,” Chamberlainsaid,recallinghavinga conversationwithaprofessorfromthe UniversityofFloridainaneffortto learnmoreabouthatcheries.

“Astimewenton,westartedgetting withalotoftowncouncils,towngovernmentfolks,statelegislators,andthe firstyearinthebondbillwegot $100,000.Thesecondyearinthebond billwegot$1million,andthethirdyear wegot$1.1million.Nowwehavea hatchery.TheUniversityofDelaware ontheLewescampusgaveusan800square-footbuildingthatwascinderblockandatinroof.Oncampus, theycalledit‘TheMurderShed,’becausethereappearedtobebloodonthe floorofthisverydecrepitbuilding.The moneywasusedtorefurbishitandstart thehatchery,”hesaid.

LBTeacheroftheYearrunsandpunsforward

ByLauraWalter StaffReporter

HeatherWoodknowsthatpeople canstarttodevelopafearofmath aroundfifthgradeasconceptsbecome moreintimidating—soshebringsfun tothelearning.Forherdedicationto thestudents,shewasnamed20252026TeacheroftheYearforLord BaltimoreElementarySchool.

Asamathandscienceteacher,her personalgoalis“tobuildthoserelationships,buildthoseconnections, havingthemknowthatIbelievein them.…Studentsaregoingtocare moreabouttheirworkandbemore

engagedwhentheyknowyoucare aboutthem,”Woodsaid.

Herstudentsaredefinitelypaying attention—andrelaxing—astheir teacherpepperslessonswithjokesand puns.

“[I]justtrytobringfuntomath. So,hopefully—evenifit’snottheir favoritesubject—theystillhavefun andlearnwhilethey’rehere,”shesaid. “Know[that]it’sOKtotryandmess up.”

Shesaidshelovesteachingfifth grade,wherestudentshavedeeper thoughtsandobservationsaboutthe worldaroundthem.Obviously,the bestpartofteachingis,shesaid:“The

kids!Their heart,their passion, theirexcitement, those‘ahha’moments… watching themwork hardall year,and havingthe chanceto seeitpay off,celebratewith them.”

This year,she said,she’s proudof herclass forbeing sowelcomingto thevarious newstudentsin school.

“You don’thavetobesuper-close,butwe shouldrespecteachother.‘Think abouthowyoufeltwhenyouwerethe newperson,’andjusttryingtobuild thatunityamongstthem,andthey’ve doneareallygoodjobwithit.”

Woodhastaughtforallnineyears ofhercareeratLB.Shehelpedcreate andcoachseveralprogramsthathelp studentsdiscoverandfollowtheirnew favoriteactivities,includingtheschool roboticsprogram,whichhasattended worldcompetition.Sheisinvolvedin theschool’smorningtutoringprogram,NationalElementaryHonorSocietyandtheLetMeRunboys’

programforrunningandmentoring. Herleadershiphasincludedvarious roles,includingteacherliaisonforher gradeandhostforlocalcollege-age student-teachers.

“Shehasaremarkableabilityto connectwithstudentsonapersonal level,”wrotefellowteacherJennah Truitt.“Shetakesthetimetounderstandeachstudent’suniquestrengths andchallenges,andtailorherinstructiontomeetthediverseneedsofthe classroom.Beyondacademics,sheisa mentorandrolemodel.”

“It’sgreat”toberepresentingLord BaltimoreasTeacheroftheYear,said Wood.“Thisisagreatcommunityand agreatschool.There’salotofwonderfulteachersthatI’vehadasmymentor orjustworkedwiththatI’velearneda lotfromovertheyears.”

Sheencouragedthecommunityto supporttheirlocalschools.LordBaltimorebenefitsfromitsownparent community,thePTOandlocalnonprofits.

Shesaidthat,asanIndianRiver HighSchoolgrad,she’salsoproudto beworkinginthedistrict.

“Youhavethatsenseofprideofthe alumni,inthatyou’renowbuildingthe futureforthesekids.”

Asafirst-generationcollegestudentinherfamily,Woodsaidshetries tobearolemodelforherkids—and she’salwaysproudwhenherformer studentssendupdates,whethercomingbacktoexerciseatLetMeRun practice,orsendingheraphotoof theirrecentAonamathtest.

Wood’ssparetimeisdedicatedto herkids,andshelovesgardening,the beachandtravel.

IndianRiverSchoolDistricthonoredWoodandotherhonoreesatthe annualTeacheroftheYearcelebration onMay8.

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HeatherWood,afifth-gradeteacher,wasrecentlyrecognizedasTeacheroftheYearforLordBaltimoreElementary School.

SelbyvillereadytocelebrateOldTimer’s

BySusanCanfora StaffReporter

About100classiccars—somebuilt asearlyasthe1910s—willbeondisplayattheannualOldTimers’Day from8a.m.to3p.m.onSaturday,June 14,indowntownSelbyville,wherepromotionalitemsprintedwiththeTown’s newmottowillbegivenawayandfor sale.

“Wehavebagsthathavethenew mottoonthem—‘Rootedinhistory, growingwithopportunity’—onvisor hats.Wehavedecalsforwindows,license-plateholders,kooziesforcans, and wewillgivelittlefoamcarstothe ownersofthecarsintheshow,”CouncilwomanCarolCarytoldtheCoastal Point.

“It’sawonderfulevent.Peoplecome

fromallovertoattendit.It’ssoexciting forthetowntohavesuchanevent,and it’sgettingbiggereveryyear,”Carysaid.

Guestscanvisitabeergarden,sponsoredbyBanksWines&Spirits,from 10a.m.to3p.m.;snackatfoodtrucks; andenjoythebandGlassOnionfrom 11a.m.to2p.m.andmusicplayeda disc jockeyfromBJKHEntertainment from8a.m.to1p.m.atthetentatSelbyvilleTownHall.

Organizersaretellinggueststo “Comeforthecars,stayforthefun,”includingartisans’itemsondisplayand forsale,asidewalksaleandchildren’s activities.

Foodtrucks,openingat9a.m.,will includeBlaze’nGrill,advertising“soul cook’n”;ChangingMains,offering itemsincludingfriedchicken,sweetpotatowaffle-fries,burgers,tacosand

eggrolls;WomenofFaithSalem Churchsellingbakedgoods;Maureen’s IceCream;andapizzatruck.

AFlagDayopeningceremonyand singingofthenationalanthemis plannedfor9:30a.m.inthemain eventtentattownhall.Judgingofvehicleswillbefrom10a.m.tonoon, andfestivalactivitieswillbeginat10 a.m.

TheSelbyvilleCommunityClub booksalewillbeatSalemChurchfrom 9a.m.to2p.m.Ahistoricwalkingtour issetfor10a.m.to1:30p.m.Face painting,inflatables,gamesandanindoor rollerrinkwillbeavailablefrom10 a.m.to2p.m.PeoplecanridetheSelbyvillefiretruckfrom10a.m.to2p.m., thenheadtothemaintentforthe awardsceremony.TheTown’sRailroad Museumwillbeopen.

BethanyBeachhostingForeignStudentSeminar

BySusanCanfora StaffReporter

ThesecondannualForeignStudent SeminarhostedbytheTownofBethany Beachisplannedfornoonto2p.m.on Wednesday,June11,atSt.Ann CatholicChurchinBethanyBeach,for J1-visa studentsworkingintheBethany Beachareathissummer.

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hiking,Bernatsaid,“Wehaveavery smallboatweliketogoouton.”

Whenshetookthejob,Bernatsaid, “IjustthoughtI’dcomeinandwaiton someoftheresidents,”butLynch quicklyeducatedheraboutthebreadth ofthejob.“Cherylwaslike,‘Oh,no,’” shesaid.“Shewasveryright,”Bernat concluded.

“Itreallydependsonwhatwehave goingon,”shesaid.“SomedaysIcomein andit’squiet,andotherdaysIcomein andjusteverythingisgoingon.Preparingfortowncouncilmeetingstakesupa goodchunkofhertimeeachmonth,she said.

Bernatsaidshefeelsconfidentthat Frankfordisreadyforthegrowththatis coming.

“Everybodyhereworksreallywelltogether,”shesaid.“Everybodyhereseems likethey’reintheperfectjobfortheir specialpiece”and“seemstobereallyforward-looking,andwantingtopreparefor allofthesethings.Andexcitingforme.I feellikeI’mingoodhands,”shesaid,citingHudson,thetowncouncilandPolice ChiefKevinSmith,inparticular.

“ Theyallseemtohaveareallygood grasp,andarelookingforwardand thinkingaboutwhatwe’regoingto need.Itmakesitalittlelessscary,”she said.

Lunchwillbeprovided,andDART buspassesandotheritemswillbegiven totheinternationalstudent-workers. PoliceChiefPatrickFoleytoldthe CoastalPointthatabout600J1studentsarecomingtoBethanyBeachthis summer,andinformationprovidedat theseminarwillhelpkeepthemsafe whileallowingthemtogettoknowpoliceofficersandotherfirst-responders.

Theywillreceiveinformationfrom members ofMariner’sBethelGlobal MethodistChurch’sbikeloanprogram, BethanyBeachpolice,membersofthe volunteerfirecompanyandtheTownof BethanyBeach’sPedestrian&Bicycle SafetyCommittee.

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Frankfordprojectsrevenuebumpinnewbudget

ByKerinMagill StaffReporter

TheFrankfordTownCouncilthis weekapproveditsbudgetforthe20252026fiscalyear,anditreflectedthefirst indicationsofimpactfromtwomajorannexations.

TheTown’sprojectedrevenueincreased from$587,731.38lastyearto$738,340for theupcomingyear,owinglargelytoanexpectedincreaseinrealestatetransfertaxes andbuildingpermitfees.

Pre-constructionworkiscurrently underwayintheVinesCreekCrossing development,expectedtoeventuallyincludenearly600homes.Revenuefrom transfertaxesisexpectedtobe$135,000 inthecomingfiscalyear,upfrom$55,000 forthecurrentyear.Meanwhile,building permitfeesareexpectedtobringin

$175,000inthecomingyear,comparedto $20,000inthecurrentyear.

TownCouncilFinanceChairJohn WrighttoldthecouncilatitsTuesday, June3,meetingthatthechallengesthe BudgetCommitteefacedinpreparingthe upcomingyear’sbudgetincludedestimatingfeesandchargesrelatedtoVines CreekCrossing.Thebudgetisbasedon thepotentialfor50homestobecompletedorsoldinthenextyear,Wright said.

ThetimingofVinesCreekCrossing’s progress,aswellaswhethertheLynch Farmpropertyplansproceedtowarddevelopment,alsopresentedbudgetarychallenges,hesaid.

Ontheexpenseside,theTownanticipateswagesandassociatedpayrollcoststo risefrom$329,881.38lastyearto $353,094.30forwagesalone,withhealth

insuranceadding$35,172tothat,and payrollprocessingexpensesanother $2,205.Thatincludesthepotentialadditionofasecondfull-timeofficertothe FrankfordPoliceDepartmentandtheinclusionofatownmanagersalaryinthe budgetforthefirsttime.SheldonHudson wasnamedtownmanagerlastyearafter servinginitiallyonaconsultantbasis.

InwhatWrightcalledacost-saving measure,theTownwillpayitsemployees everytwoweeksinsteadofweeklybeginningthisfiscalyear.

Inotherbusiness,thecouncildiscussed ongoingcomplaintsfromresidentsabout excessivenoisefromtrainspassing throughtown.

havebeenmakingsimilarcomplaints.He saidmostofthecomplaintshehasfielded arenotcomingfromnewresidents,but “frompeoplethatlivedhereforalong time,andthenthetrainsstartedtoactup. They’rebeingover-aggressivewiththe horns,”hesaid.

Welchsaidsometownshavecreated “quietzones”tohelpregulatethenoise comingfromtrains.Theproblemwith that,hesaid,isithasthepotentialtocreateasafetyissuewhentrainslegitimately needtosoundtheirhornstowarnoftheir approach.

“Hopefully,we’llhaveanothertalk withthetrainoperators,”Welchsaid. “Oncewehadthattalk,itwasverypolite crossingsforawhile.”

Hudsonsaidhewouldbehappytocall thetrainoperatorand“mentionthatwe’re preparedtoconsidera‘quietzone’ifthe issuepersists.”

CouncilPresidentGregWelchsaid townofficialsmetinMaywithrepresentativesfromtrainoperatorsforDelmarva CentralRailroadandMountaireFarms —adestinationfortrainscoming throughtown—duetowhathecalled “belligerent”soundingsfromtrainhorns, particularlyintheearlymorninghours whenmostpeoplearesleeping.

“Iwouldstressthat,andIwouldalso askhimtoattendourcouncilmeetingand addresstheresidents,”Welchsaid.

“Itreallyimprovedforsometime,”followingthemeeting,Welchsaid,buthas becomeanissueagainlately.Earlierthis week,Welchsaid,“Thereweresomereal longsoundings.”

Hesaidhehadseennewsreportslately thatothertowns,suchasEllendale, Greenwood,HarringtonandMilford,

Thecouncilalsoannouncedthereturn ofMoviesinthePark,withthefirstfeaturebeing“PaddingtoninPeru,”setfor Friday,June13,at8:20p.m.BonnieElliott,directoroftheFrankfordPublicLibrary,alsoinvitedthecouncilandtown residentstoattendtheSummerReading Kickoffprogramatthelibrarythesame evening,from5to7p.m.

CoastalPoint•KerinMagill FenwickIslandresidentsgatherto ‘cruise’aroundtownonbicyclesonSaturday,May31,inaTown-sponsored eventmeanttokickoffthesummerseasonandhighlightsomeTownprojects, includingitsDarkSkycommitteeandthe recentacquisitionoflandthatisbecomingtheFaucett-Okiepark.Thebicycle tourcoveredbothbaysideandoceansideareas,includingastopatPollinator ParkonLewesStreet.

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Bankwillbethere,andtheforeignstudentswillhavetheopportunitytomeet lifeguards,Foleysaid.

“Alltheseagencieswillbestationed attables.Foreignstudentswillcomein andgoaroundtheroom,andmeetand greeteverybody.Therewillbemany

peoplecominginandout,likeawalkthrough.Wewanttodothatsoit’s morewelcomingandlessthreatening forthem,sotheycangoupandapproachus,insteadofuslecturingthem likeinacollegeclassroom.We’regoing toplaygameswiththemandprovide bicyclesafetyeducation.Wearegoing tobeonbikeswiththem,”hesaid.

TheannualJ1picnic,wherethestudentsarewelcomed,invitedtosharea

meal,meettownofficialsandplaycornholeandothergames,isplannedfor Tuesday,June24,atSt.Martha’sEpiscopalChurchinBethany.

Lastyear,scoresofstudentsatthe picnicmetemergencypersonnel,police officersandrepresentativesfromBeebe Healthcare,whosocializedwiththem andthrewbeanbagsforcornholegames in theparkinglot.NursesfromBeebe handedoutfirst-aiditems,handsani-

tizerandsafe-sexkitscontaininglubricant,condomsanddentaldams—part ofthehospital’smobileclinicprogram, saidNoelleMills,aregisterednurse.

“We’rejusthappythesekidsare workinghereandenjoyingthemselves duringthesummer,”saidPatLong,one oftheorganizers,praisingthesenseof communityatthepicnicandnoting thatit’sthatfeelingthathaskepther involved.

MillsborohonorsDoreyforclerkservice

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thewayIwouldwanttobetreated… andIthinkpeoplewanttobeheard,” DoreytoldtheCoastalPoint.

“Ialwaystelleverybody,‘Ifyoucan gohomeandsleepwellatnight,it’s becauseyoudidthebestyoucanpossiblydo,’”shesaid.“That’swhatItry todoeveryday.”

Whatshouldthecommunityknow aboutTownHall?

“Weallwearalotofhats.Ifyou havequestions,pleasereachoutto TownHall,becausewearehereto serveyou,”sheemphasized.“It’sso easytohearwhatyourneighbor’ssayingorwhatever,butifyouhavequestions,justcomeandask.”

boughtout.ShemovedontotheformerIntervet—andthesamething happened.

“Ihadacouplejobs‘leaveme,’”she joked.

Doreyisaproudgrandmother,volunteersforherchurchwhenpossible andsupportedherhusbandwhenhe wasascoutleader.WithanRVbig enoughtocomfortablyholdtheirbig goldenretriever,Sadie,theDoreyslove campingupanddowntheEastCoast, includingneartheIndianRiverInlet.

Funfact:She’salsoanidentical twin,sodon’tbeinsultedifshedoesn’t say“hi”backwhenoutinthecommunity—itmightbehersister!

Thisspring,Doreywastheonly Delawareannamedtothe2025NationalMunicipalClerksHonorRoll, sponsoredbyGeneralCodeLLC— manySussexCountymunicipalities useGeneralCode’stools,suchas ecode360.com,toposttheirlawsonline.Thisyear’slistincludedmore than300“unsungheroes”from33 states.

ShewashonoredduringMunicipal ClerksWeek.

“Tome,it’sjustdoingmyjob.Ijust trytolistentopeopleandtreatthem

JoanneDoreylaughinglybrushes offtheprofessionalawards.After abouteightyearsasMillsboro’stown clerk,she’dgladlydodgethespotlight andcontinueherworkinstead.

HiredinJanuary2012,DoreyhandledtheTown’saccountspayableand buildingpermitsbeforeher2017promotiontotownclerk.Dorey’swork todayincludesrecordingtowncouncil meetingminutesandBoardofAdjustmentmeetingminutes,Freedomof InformationActcoordinationandall humanresourcesfortheTown’s50 employees,includingpayroll,benefits andpension.

“I’mapeople-person.So,Ilove dealingwithpeople,”shesaid.

Doreyworkedforabout10yearsat Townsend’sInc.,butherpositionwas eliminatedwhenthebusinesswas

Previously,Doreywasalsorecognizedasthe2022DelawareMunicipal ClerkoftheYear,aprofessionalaward fromtheDelawareLeagueofLocal GovernmentsandDelawareMunicipal ClerksAssociation.

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JoanneDorey,thetownclerkatMillsboro,wasrecentlyrecognizedbytheTownfor herefforts.

ProtestersbringtheirmessagetoBethanyBeach

CoastalPoint•KerinMagill ProtesterslinedRoute26nearStAnnCatholicChurchinBethanyBeachonSaturday,May31toshowtheirobjectionstotheadministration ofPresidentDonaldTrump.Thegroup,partofIndivisibleSouthernDelaware,planstokeepprotestingeverySaturdaymorningfrom9a.m.to11a.m.

ByKerinMagill StaffReporter

Abouttwodozenpeoplestoodalong onthesidewalkonRoute26inBethany BeachonSaturday,May31,waving signsshowingtheirdispleasurewiththe administrationofPresidentDonald Trump.

Thesignsboresuchmessagesas “RESIST!”“ScienceSavesLives” “HandsOffOurDemocracy”and“No Kings.”

Thiswasthesecondweekthegroup haslinedupalongRoute26,nearSt. AnnCatholicChurch,accordingtoorganizers,whosaidtheywereanoffshoot oftheproteststhathavetakenplace alongRoute1inRehobothBeachfor

severalmonths.

Passingmotoristsoccasionally showedsupportfortheprotest,honking hornsandwavingatthegroup,although therewereafewwhoyelledobscenities atthemastheypassedbyintheirvehicles.

ClaireSimmersofBethanyBeach saidhergoalinjoiningtheprotestwas “toraiseawarenessthatdemocracyis aliveandwe’renotgoingtobebullied” bythe currentleadershipinthenation’s capital.

“TheConstitutionmeanssomething,”Simmerssaid,addingthat“people’slives…nomatterwhat—elder, veterans,kids—theyreallydocount. It’snotbillionaireswhoshouldberunningthegovernment.

“Itshouldbelibertyandjusticefor all,”shesaid.“Howeveryouidentify,you shouldbetreatedasroyalty…notas, dareIsay,someonetobegropedor swindled.

“Ifeelthisisonesmallthing”that thosewhoopposetheTrumpadministration’spoliciescando,Simmerssaid. Shesaidshehadattendedtheprotests inRehobothBeachbutfeltaprotestin BethanyBeachwouldbeagoodideafor localpeoplewhodon’twanttofight summertrafficonRoute1duringthe weekend.

LiketheRehobothBeachprotests, whichhavegrowninnumberssincebeginninginJanuary,theBethanyBeach protests,undertheauspicesofIndivisibleSouthernDelaware,willbeheld

eachSaturdayfrom9to11p.m.Participants arebeingencouragedtowalkor biketothesite,sincethereisnopublic parkingnearby.

Theprotestshavebeenauthorizedby BethanyBeachofficials,shesaid,adding thatPoliceChiefPatrickFoleyhadvisited withthemlastweektomakesurethey understoodthattheyaretostayonthe sidewalkandnotblocktrafficinanyway.

“We’rejustheretoraiseawareness, thatwe’reademocracyandwe’renota monarchy,”Simmerssaid.

AnneMastropolo,alsoofBethany Beach,saidshethinkstheprotestshould betitled“ThisisWhatDemocracy LooksLike” andthatsheispleasedto haveaprotesttoattendinherowntown.

TheyoungestofthosejoiningSaturday’sprotestwasSimmers’21-year-old granddaughter,BriannaCedeno,who saidshelivedinSussexCountyuntil themiddleofhighschoolandattended IndianRiverHighSchool.

NowasenioratMillersvilleUniversity,studyingmeteorology,Cedenosaid, “I’mheretosupportthemovement.It’s importanttofightforourrights.Our freedomsarebeingattacked.Ourfreedomofourbodies—women’sfreedom —isbeingattacked.”

CedenoalsodecriedtheUnited States’involvementinforeignwars,includingongoingconflictinGaza.

“ThegenocideinPalestineisterrible,”Cedenosaid.Shealsonamed“cuts topublicservicesandprograms,”includingtheNationalWeatherService —somethingthatcouldimpacthercareerplans,whichincluderesearchingatmosphericpollutionandhowitaffects weather.

“Thejoboutlookformeteorologists doesnotlookgood,”shesaid,inthe wakeofrecentcutsacrossmanyfederal agencies.

Simmerssaidthegroupisworking onplansforaprotestontheBethany BeachboardwalkonJune14,designated “NoKingsDay”byTrumpopponents, buthasnotyetreceivedapprovalfrom townofficials.

DMValertspublictophishingscamthroughtextmessages

TheDelawareDivisionofMotor Vehicles(DMV)isurgingDelawareans nottoclickonlinksinsuspicioustext messages.

Thislatestremindercameaftera newshortmessageservice(SMS) phishingscamsurfacedreferencingthe DelawareDivisionofMotorVehicles. Thescamalertstatestherecipienthas anoutstandingtrafficviolationand needsto“clickonalink”topaythe amountduebyaspecificdatetoavoid thesuspensionoftheirvehicleregistrationanddrivingprivileges.

Thesetextmessagealertsareascam designedtotrickrecipientsintopaying anundisclosedamount,whilealsogain-

ingaccesstotheirpersonal,privateand financialdata,officialssaid.TheDMV urgedallresidentsandcustomersnotto clickonanylinkssolicitingmoneyfor unpaidtrafficviolations,tollviolations oraccountreplenishment.The DelawareDMVandE-ZPassDelaware willnotcontactpeopleviaemailortext demanding paymentforaviolation.

“Please,nomatterwhothemessage isfrom,don’tclickonalinktoinitiatea paymentofanytypeunlessyouare confidentthemessageislegit,”said DMVDirectorAmyAnthony.“When weseesomethinglikethisourinitial reactionistopanicanddowhateverthe messageisaskingofus.Thesescam-

mersknowthat.Theyarecountingon it.Mybestadviceisifitlookssuspicious,itprobablyis.Ifyouareunsure, takeamomentandthenreread the message.Typically,youwillseethered flagsthesecondtimearound,”continuedAnthony.

Anyonewhoreceivesasuspicious textoremailcanreportittotheFederal TradeCommissionortheInternet CrimeComplaintCenter(IC3)at ic3.gov.Whenreporting,includethe phonenumberfromwhichthetext originatedandthewebsitelistedwithin thetext.

Anyonewhoclicksonasuspicious linkorhasprovidedsensitiveinforma-

tiontoanunknownsourceshouldsecuretheirpersonalinformationandfinancialaccounts,anddisputeany unfamiliarchargeswiththeirfinancial institutionsandcreditcardcompanies. ForinformationaboutaDelaware driver’slicenseorregistration,logonto theMyDMVaccountatMyDMV underAccountServices-Divisionof MotorVehiclesordmv.de.gov,call (302)744-2500oremailDMVCustomerService@delaware.gov. ForinformationaboutanE-ZPass account,visitezpassde.com,stopbythe E-ZPassDECustomerServiceCenter inDowntownDoverorcall1-888-3972773.

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Classof2025overcomesallobstaclesinway

Asthemortarboardsflewhighintothenight’ssky,IndianRiver HighSchool’sClassof2025wrappeduptheirindividualadventures inourlocalschoolsandtookthatfirststepintofull-blownadulthood. Suckers.

Wekid!Thisisobviouslyanexciting,emotionalandalittle-bitsort-ofscarytimeforthenewgraduates.Thenextsteptheytakewill notbeapre-ordainedadvancementintothenextgradelevel,itwill beoneoftheirownchoice.Theywilldecideiftheycontinuetheir educationaljourney,moveintoatrade,jointhearmedforcesorjust takesometimetodecompressandfigureoutwhat’snext.It’stheir callnow.

Andthey’vegivenusplentyofreasonstohavefaithintheirfutures.ThisgrouphashadtobattlethroughCOVIDflippingevery-

thingupsidedownforthem,anadultworldthatcan’tagreeonanythingwhilelosingtheircollectivehandleoncivilityalongtheway, andafuturejobmarketthatappearstobeinastrangestateoffluxas tariffs,variousconflictsaroundtheglobeandtheuncertaintyofwhat AIandautomationwilllooklikeareallstilltobedetermined.

It’salot,andthey’vebeenwatchingitall.Buttheyhavepersevered.Theyhavestayedfocusonwhattheyhadtodoandhavenow reachedthepointwheretheyaregraduatesandreadytowritetheir ownstories.

TotheClassof2025,congratulations.Youhavebroughtuspride withyourathleticandacademictriumphs,haveimpresseduswith yourvariousachievementsinclubsandorganizations,andhavebeen astellarclassintermsofservingasrolemodelsforthosebehindyou. Wecannotwaittoseewhatyoudonext.

Laytonprovedthatniceguyscangetitdone

“Hey—someonetoldmeyouusedtobequitethebasketball player.”

“Yeah,right,”hesaid,laughing.“Maybeshootingintoapeachbasket. Thatwasalongtimeago.”

AndthatwasBruceLayton.Trytopaytheguyacompliment,and hemadeaself-deprecatingjokeorhepushedthecreditsomewhereelse. ItwasoneofthereasonsIalwayslikedhim.

Likemanyofyou,Ifeltthegut-punchthatcamewiththenewsthat Laytonpassedawaythisweek.EventhoughIhadheardrecentlythat hewashavingatoughfightwithhishealth, therewassomethingabouthimthatmadeyou thinkhe’djustwakeuponedayandfeelgood again,eagertostarttryingtogetthecommunityanewYMCAorlookingforsomething elsethatcouldbeimproveduponatthe LowerSussexLittleLeaguecomplextomake theexperiencebetterforeverybody.

Point of No Return

Darin J. McCann

Fast-forwardtothatfirstopeningceremony.Dignitarieswereout andabout,andthelate,greatJoshFreemanthrewoutthefirstpitch. Musicandexcitementfilledtheair,andIcouldseeBruceinthecrowd, smilingandpressingfleshwithevery personhecameacross.Hebecame theunofficialambassadoroftheWorldSeries,andImadeamental notetotrackhimdownlater,afterthingshadcalmeddownabitfor him.Thiswashismoment.

Andthenhejustploppeddownnexttomeinthebleachersafew minuteslater.Heletoutabigexhale,smiledandsaidsomethingtothe effectof,“Well,Ithinkwefooledthem.People seemtothinkweknowwhatwe’redoing.”

It’sjusthowhewaswired.Alwayssearchingforthatnextgreatthing,andalwayslookingforittoimpactthe communityhelovedsomuch.And,boy,didheimpactthiscommunity.

ThoughIhadmetBruceahandfuloftimeswhenIfirstmovedto thearea,itwasin2004whenwereallyforgedaconnection.Hecamein totheofficeofourstill-fledglingnewspapertotellmeandourpublisher,SusanLyons,thattheSeniorLeagueSoftballWorldSerieswould becomingtoRoxanathatsummer,andaskedifwe’dbeinterestedin coveringitforthepaper.

SusanandIjumped.Herfamilyhadspentmorehoursthanshe couldcountonthosefields,betweenherchildrenplayingthereandher husbandcoaching.Iwasexcitedaboutbeingabletogowatchthebest playersintheworldrightinourbackyardandwasinstantlythinking abouthowmanypeoplewouldbefallinginlovewithourcommunity forthefirsttimewhentheywouldvisit.

Wehadalotofmeetingsbackthen—Bruce,MartinDonovanof District3,Susanandmyself,asBruceandMartinwouldhaveupdates fromLittleLeagueonwhatwouldandwouldnotbeallowed,and SusanandIwouldtrytopushthelimitson,well,whatwouldand wouldnotbeallowed.

ItwasanincrediblychallengingtimeforthepeopleatLowerSussex andDistrict3,tryingtomakesureeverythingwasjustrightfortheir firstSeries,andIknewthereweresomefrustratingtimes,too.Thiswas notaneasytask,byanymeans.

Still,BruceandMartinpersevered.Theyjustkeptmovingforward. Andwejustkeptwritingabouttheirefforts.

Andthat’showitwentwithusforthenext 21yearsorso.We’dbumpintoeachotherat thestoreoralocalevent,shakehandsand laughforafewminutes,andthengoourseparateways.AndthenWorldSeriestimewould comearoundagain,andwewouldbejoinedat thehip.

Andhere’sthething,right?IrespectedBrucebecausehewasaguy whocouldmakethingshappen,andthenhewentoutanddidmake thingshappen.ButIwassofondofBrucepersonallybecausehewas justagoodguy.Hewasunflappableandfunny,andwouldsometimes havetheentiretyoftheworldonhisshoulders,buthe’dgiveyouthat smileandjustsaysomethingthatmadeyoulaughorfeelbetter.

Foryears,IwouldcoverthegamesononefieldduringtheSeries, andAndyLyons,ourpublisher’shusband,keptscoreontheotherfield. We’dusuallymeetupatthesnackbarbetweengames,sharenoteson theteamsanddrinksomethingcoldbeforethenextgamestarted.

Often,Brucewouldseeusstandingtogetherandcomejointheconversation,asheandAndykneweachotherforyears.Itwasoneofthose momentsIlookedforwardtoevery dayoftheSeries,yearafteryear.I canstillhear“GirlsJustWannaHaveFun”blaringoverthespeakers whilethethreeofuswouldtalk,andI’dalreadybelookingforwardto mynextbreaksoIcouldtalkwiththemagain.

Thisyear,whenI’mstandingtherebetweengames,Iwillseethe fieldtomyrightwiththesignhangingonitthatreads“LyonsField,” namedafterAndyLyons,whopassedawayin2021.Totheleft,thesign onthatfieldreads“BruceLaytonField.”

Itwillbedifferent.Italreadyhas,thepastfewyearswithoutAndy. ButtherewillalsobesomethingthatmakesmesmilewhileI’mstandinginthat“FieldofDreams”inthemiddleoftheRoxanacornfields thissummer.

ThiswasBruce’sFieldofDreams.Andhemadeitareality.

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GuestColumn Hardimansharesnewsyoumayhavemissed

ByJerryHardiman SpecialtotheCoastalPoint

Withallthenationalandinternationalheadlinenewsaboutdramaticrecentevents,anumberofimportant reportsanddevelopmentshavenotbeen giventheattentiontheydeserve.Here areseveralitemsyoumayhavemissed:

•Volunteeringkeepsyouyoung.As reportedinBottomLinePersonal,a studyconductedbyresearchersat WashingtonUniversityinSt.Louis, Mo.,foundthatpeoplewhovolunteer agelessrapidlythanthosewhodon’t. Measuredbymortality,immunesystem functionand“organintegrity”(whatever thatmeans),volunteeringatleastfour hoursaweekhassignificantanti-aging effects,althoughanyamountofvolunteering—even1to49hoursayear— hasapositiveeffect.

•Consumeralertscontinue.Costco hadtorecall80,000poundsofbutter becausethelabelonthepackagedidnot includeawarningfromtheFDAthat theproduct“ContainsMilk.”FDAapparentlydoesnotemploydairyfarmers oranyonewhoknowshowbutteris made.

•Also,theOhioSupremeCourthas ruledthatit’sOKif“bonelesschicken wings”containbones.Thereasonseems tobethatthey’rejustlike“chickenfingers,”whicharen’treallymadefromthe fingersofchickens.Huh?

•Policenewsincludedareportin TheWeekmagazinethatratshavebeen eatingseizedmarijuanaandpsychedelic mushroomsstoredinthe“secure”evidenceroomintheHoustonpolicedepartmentheadquarters.Apolice spokespersonsaidthatexterminators havemadelittleprogressagainstthe drug-addictedrats.Nomentionwas madeabouttheeffectofthelostevi-

Researchersconcludedthatvolunteeringnotonlygivesapersonasense ofpurposebutmayprovidehealthful physicalactivity.Whatwasn’tmentionedisthatworkingwithothersina worthwhilecause—suchashelping communityorganizationsandthosein need—canalsobealotoffun.Thanks toallCoastalPointreaderswhovolunteer.Ourtowns,andcharitable,civic andveteranorganizationscouldnotoperateaseffectivelywithoutyou.

denceonthecriminalcasedocket.

•Chinesesmugglingexposed— WithallthenewsaboutChineseespionageandtheftofscientific,technology andbusinessinformationinthemedia, youmayhavemissedthealarmingreportsaboutChina’sextensivetheftand smugglingofcowgallstones.TheWall StreetJournalreportedthatthecattle gallstonesareworthasmuchas$5,800 anounce—abouttwicethepriceof gold—becausetheyaresoprizedfor theiruseintraditionalChinesemedicine,a$60billionayearindustry. They’reusedtotreathypertension,obesity(noOzempicfortheChinese), strokesandotherconditionsamong China’sagingpopulation.

Thisisaworldwideeffortforthe Chinese,relyingonpurchase,theftand smuggling.Whencleaned,driedand grounddown,thegallstonepowderis putinpillswithrhinohornpowderthat sellforabout$100each.I’mjusthoping ournationalsecurityofficials,cattle ranchersanddairyfarmersareawareof thisthreat.Wecan’tbetoocarefulin protectingournaturalresources.

spendbetween$10and$250ona Squishmallow.Alimited-editioncat cost$1,500.Talkaboutcrazy.Thishas gonefarbeyondtheBeanieBabiescraze inthepast,andit’saverylucrativemarket—almost$12billioninsalesin 2023.

WarrenBuffett(94yearsold)bought oneprofitableplushietoycompanyand thenretiredtoenjoyit.Somecriticssay it’sasignofthe“infantilizedgenerations,”buttherearealotworsethings theycouldbedoingthanplayingwith plushies.There’saquoteattributedto OgdenNashthat“you’reonlyyoung once,butyoucanbeimmatureforever.” Plushiesqueezingisaharmlesswayto enjoylife.Althoughthecrazemaybea signthatit’stimetobringbackthe draft—fortwoyearsofgrowingupin publicservice.

•Theplushietoycrazeisinternationalandgrowing.Asreportedinthe Economist,theworldhasgonecrazyfor softstuffedtoyscalled“plushies.”It startedduringtheCOVIDpandemicas teenagersandyoungadultsstuckat homesoughtcomfort—“healingyour inner child”—bysqueezingthesesoft, cutetoyanimals,fishandotherfigures.

Thecrazehasreportedlygrownever since,especiallyamongyoungerpeople, mostlyGenZ(ages13to28)andMillennials(ages29to44),whocollectas manyastheycanafford.Theycan

•Seagullattacksaregettingworse. Recentreportsfromwitnessesonthe beachandboardwalkinBethanyBeach showthatseagulltheftsoffoodfrom peoplehavegottenmorebrazenandaggressive.Onephone-cameravideo showedagullswoopingdownand stealingasandwichfromthehandofa BethanyBeachtownemployeewhilehe wasenjoyinghislunchbreakonthe boardwalk.

Thisisadirectattackonlawand order.Thetheftshaveescalatedfrom the birdsgrabbingadiscardedfrench frytofrequentaggressivetheftsoffries andfunnelcakesfromthehandsofpeople.Andnowsandwiches.Thisisaseriouspublicsafetyproblem,andthereare nolawsI’mawareofthatgovernthe

Letters

Readerwantscommon sensewithroads

Editor:

GodwinSchoolRoadrunsmoreor lessnorthtosouthforamileinwesternMillsboro.It’sashortbutimportantroadservingpresentlyasadetour awayfromtheDelDOTNorthMillsboroBypassconnectingmotorists fromandtotwostatehighways.

Theroadpredictablyhasseenan increaseintrafficfromitssleepydays asacountryroad.However,somedim lightbulb,autilitiesprojectmanager orroadconstructionchief,decided, well,thiswouldbetheperfecttimeto ridtheshouldersofGodwinitsbrambleandprotrudingtrees.Andsonow, notonlyisthisshortruralroadadetourroute,it’salsoaconstruction zonereducingtraffictoonelane.

Millsboro’strafficisneedlesslyhor-

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birds’conduct.Somethingmustbedone beforethisbecomesanotherAlfred Hitchcockmovielike“TheBirds.”

Lookingforpossiblesolutions,I foundreportsintheWallStreetJournal andtheWashingtonPostthatthe BlackpoolZooinaseasideresortin Englandhasdealtsuccessfullywith seagulldepredations.Facedwithseagullsstealingnotonlysnacks,buthot-

rific;whycompoundit?Isittoomuch toaskforsomecommonsensical thinking?Apparently,itis.

Wm. “Anthony”Connolly Millsboro

Readersupports localeventonguns

Editor:

Thecostofguntragediesin Delawareis$1,431perresidenteach year.GunviolencecostsDelaware $1.4billioneachyear,ofwhich$44.4 millionpaidbytaxpayers.Whatis mostheartbreakingandalarmingto meisthataccidentaldeathistheleadingcauseofdeathinourchildren,and theleadingcauseofaccidentaldeath inourchildrenisguninjury.

Whatcanwedoaboutthis?The firstweekinJuneisGunViolence AwarenessWeekinDelaware.Joinin

dogs,hamburgersandevenicecream conesfromvisitors,thezoohiredemployeestowalkaroundinlargeeagle costumes thatmakesomenoiseasthey walk.

aWearOrangeboardwalkatRehobothBeach,June6,1-3p.m.Informationabouthowtoprotectour childrenbysecurelystoringfirearms sochildrendonotgainaccesstoguns andaccidentallyhurtthemselvesor otherswillbeavailable.

Therewillbeamemoryboardto acknowledgeindividualspersonally impactedbygun-relatedincidents. Theeventwillendwithapeaceful walkalongtheboardwalktoraise awarenessthatwecanpreventgun tragedies.

Allarewelcome—parents,concernedcitizens,communityleaders, lawenforcement,electedleadersand responsiblegunownerswhosecurely storetheirguntokeepourcommunitiessafe.Guntragedyaffectsusall;it takestheeffortsofallofustosolve

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It’sworking.Theyhadtriedflying kitesandsettingupstatuesofowls,but thatdidn’twork.Theyevenhiredsomeonewithahawk,buttheseagulls gangedup,attackedanddroveoffthe hawk.However,thepatrollingemployeesineaglecostumeshavemadethe zoosafeagain.Theyalsoeducatethe publicaboutnotfeedingthebirdsand notlittering.

ThisissomethingforBethanyBeach officialstothinkabout—maybeusing volunteers.Itwouldbeagreatentryin the résuméofahighschoolorcollege student—“SeagullDeterrentSpecialist.”Indecidingwhattodoaboutthe seagullcrisis,victimssaythatthetime foractionisnow.

There’smore—otherneglected itemsandsomethingneweveryday.But I’llleavethenewsfornowwiththose reportsandwisheveryoneasafe, healthyandfunsummer.

thisproblemandkeepourchildren safe.

ColleenReft Millville

Smithresponds topreviousletter

Editor:

AttheMay15,2025,TownCouncilmeeting,themayorstatedthatthe proposedwalkwaywasidentifiedin theTownofBethanyBeachTraffic& DesignReport,finalizedonOct.21, 2024,byTheTrafficGroup.Page40 states:“Alternatepathwaysfromthe residentialareasonthewestsideof DESR1totheCoreCenterofthe TownofBethanyBeachshouldbeexplored.Onepotentialpathwaywould betoconnectSecondStreetandCen-

tralBlvdasshowninFigure11.”

Thisexcerptdoesnotjustifywastingfundsonconceptorfeasibility studies.Figure11illustratesthechallengeswithgettingsomeincrementof the20,000pedestrian/bicycletrips eachsummer,asnotedinthereport,to useawalkwaythattakespeopleoutof theirway,tocutthroughawetland forest,theneitherfacethealready overly-congestedRoute1/Central traffic,orhavetodivertoneblockback totheintersectionatRoute1and Garfield.AllpossiblemeasurestoimprovetrafficsafetywithintheRoute 26corridorshouldbeimplemented beforeanyfurtherconsiderationofthe walkway.

Theroadsoneithersideofthe Walcektractaretoonarrow.Trucks andemergencyvehiclesstruggleto passthroughthisintersectiononto WiegandLane.TheTownwillhaveto takeprivatelandalongCentralBoulevard,widentheroad,relocateutilities,

rejiggerswales,removethestonewall atWiegandLaneandCentralBoulevard,andtakeprivatepropertytoconstructacode-complianttwo-waybike andpedestriantrailentry/offtrail. Becauseofnuisanceflooding,the intersectionofCentralBoulevardand WiegandLane,thisintersectionisunderwaterone-thirdofthetimebetweenAprilandOctober,sodumping peopleoffawalkwayinto“LakeCentral”won’tworkwithoutanextensive constructiontoraiseandimprovethe road,andinstallanewdrainagesystem.

IntheMay22,2025,issueofthe CoastalPoint,MayorRonCalefwrote aletterinresponsetomyletterofMay 15regardingthewalkwaythrough WalcekTractforestandwetlands.The mayormakesastrongcaseagainstthe walkwaybywriting,“Theforesightof theTowntotakethisstepisbeyond admirableandcreates,alongwithour NatureCenter,twopristinenatural wetlandareaswithinourflat,floodprone,1-mile-by-1-miletown,tonot onlyprotectthenaturalbeauty,environmentandwildlife,buttoalsoprovideanaturalspongetoabsorband filterthetown’srunoff,whichisso desperatelyneededinacoastaltown likeours.”

WhydoestheTownwanttodiminishitsown“admirable”effortbyconstructingawalkway,degrading forestedwetlandandisolatingonethirdofthehabitatfromtherestof thetractandtheSaltPond?And,yes, thewalkwayis“contrarytotheefforts offivecoastaltowns”andtherecent ShiftingSandsEnvironmentalSustainabilitySummit,whereparticipants arguedforpreservingforestandwetlands,notdevelopingthem.

Thewalkwayisthewrongproject, atthewronglocation,atthewrong time!

Chip Smith BethanyBeach

FenwickLions’event ahit,thankstomany

Editor:

OnSaturday,May17,theFenwick IslandLionsClubheldaspaghettidinnerfundraiserattheSalemChurchin Selbyville.Wearesothankfultothe churchfortheuseoftheirfacilities.

SCANTOGETYOUR

Thefoodwasenjoyedbyallattendees,andwethankeveryonewhoattended.Theproceedswillbeusedfor communityserviceactivities.

Thebusinessandrestaurantdonationswereinstrumentalinthesuccessof thefundraiser.Thefollowingisthelist ofourdonors:MioFratello’s,Harpoon Hanna’s,Hocker’sSupermarkets,CottageCafé,Fins—BethanyBeach,Salted Rim,CrabCakeFactory,AlCasapulla’s, VFWPost7234,JR’sSeafoodShack, GrottoPizza.

Thefollowingofferedcashandgift cards:LighthouseLiquors,Tidepool Toys,SaltedRim,Armand’s. Watchforinformationaboutfuture events.

LindaSt.Clair,President FenwickIslandLionsClub

Opposelegislation totakeawaylocal controlofzoning

Editor:

SenateBill159overturnsSussex CountyCouncil’swell-consideredrejectionofapermitforapowerstationthat wouldhavesupportedtheU.S.Wind Offshorewindproject.Thestatehas longrecognizedinlawcountiesand townsarebettersuitedtoconsiderlocal zoningissues.

Thebillisbasedonthefalsepremise thattheoffshorewindprojectwillsolve therealconcernthatourregionalelectricgridisfacingblackoutsduringpeak demandperiodsassoonasthisyear. Thispowershortagehasbeencausedby earlyclosureofreliablebase-loadpowerplants,likeourlocalIndianRiverfacility.

Reliablecoal-andnaturalgas-fired generatorshavefacedstateandfederal pressurefromcarbontaxes,regulations, and hugemandatesandsubsidiesfor unreliablewindandsolarprojects.EffortstopassDelawarelegislationthis yeartoendthecarbontax,andfreeze thewindandsolarmandateswereopposedbytheverypeoplepushing SB159.

U.S.Wind’sownconstructionplan forecastsonequarteroftheprojectwill notbegeneratingpoweruntil2029, withtherestnotavailableuntil2031.It isnotashort-termfix.Weknowfrom existingturbinesmostofthepoweris producedinthespringandfall,when electricdemandislowest.InTexas,with about20percentoftheirpowercoming fromwindandsolar,duringblackouts onlyabout2percentofpowercame fromthosesources.

TheU.S.Windprojectfacesfederal andstatelawsuits,PresidentTrump’sexecutiveorderstoreviewhighlyquestionableapprovedprojectpermits,and therecentU.S.HouseofRepresentative

SINGLE-FAMILY HOMES

Lakeside clubhouse with shaded verandas and game room

Resort-style pool with lazy river, splash pad, and bath house

Tennis and pickleball courts

Fitness center with yoga room

Fishing pier

Walking trails

Dog park

RBFSopenssubmissions forfilmfestivalpromos

Still The Preferred Law Of ce

TheRehobothBeachFilmSociety (RBFS)isseekingoriginalartworksubmissionsforconsiderationforthesociety’s award-winningRehobothBeachInternationalFilmFestival(RBIFF)andits27th anniversary.Asalong-standingtradition, thesocietyselectsoneartist’suniquework toserveastheofficialbrandandthemeof theannualInternationalFilmFestival.

TheRBIFFisaseven-dayfestival confirmedforNov.3-9thisyear.Patrons canexpectmorethan70originaldocumentaries,features,shortsandinternationaltitles.TheCinemaArtTheaterwill hosttheannualevent,withadditional venuestobeadded.

Theselectedartworkwillbeusedin

billposters,thecoveroftheofficialfestivalprogramandmerchandise.Thecontestwinner’sworkwillbeusedforthe solepurposeofcelebratingandpromotingthe27thRehobothBeachInternationalFilmFestival.Apictureofthe selectedartistandhis/herbiowillappear inthefestivalprogramandotherearned mediaspots.

Thefinalartworkwillbeauctionedat thefestivalinNovember,with100percent oftheproceedstobenefittheRehoboth BeachFilmSociety,a501(c)(3)nonprofit hereinDelaware.

Interestedartistsshouldvisitthefilm society’swebsiteathttps://www.rehobothfilm.com/copy-of-2024-rehobothbeach-international-film-festivalfor contest,orsendanemailto marketing@rehobothfilm.comtorequest details.Thedeadlineforartists’submissionsis5p.m.onFriday,June20.

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legislationtowithdrawcritical30percentinvestmenttaxcredits.Itisunlikely theprojectwilleverbebuilt.

Meanwhile,thecouncilfollowedits rulesindenyingtheproject.Topassa conditional-usepermitmust“promote thehealth,safety,morals,convenience, order,prosperityandwelfareofthe presentandfutureinhabitantsofSussex County,andtheconditionalusemust beforthegeneralconvenienceandwelfareoftheinhabitantsofSussex County.”

ThefederalEnvironmentalImpact Statement(EIS)statestheproject,just 9mileoffourcoast,willhaveamajor negativeimpactonouroceanview, changingitfrom“pristinetodeveloped withturbinesdominatingtheview.” Severalsurveysindicatethatwillleadto losttourism,oneofDelaware’slargest industries,lostjobsandlowerproperty values.

Gov.Carneysignedanagreementto receivepaymentsfromU.S.Windovera 20-yearperiod.Thosepaymentswould bewipedoutbythelossofjust1.5percent ofourtouristbusinessintheproject’sfirstyear.Inaddition,theEIS admitscommercialfishingwillabandon theleasearea,radarinterferencewill hurtcivilianaircraftandshippingand nationalsecurity,andtherewillbemore vesselcollisions.Nowonderoursurvey ofall14,000propertyownerswithin onemileofthebeachfound86percent opposedoffshorewind.

SussexCountyCouncilconsidered alloftheseissuesandmadetheright decision.Thestateneedstobuttout! DavidT.Stevenson,Director CenterforEnergy&Environment CaesarRodneyInstitute

PAUL

BeatriceJ.‘Bebe’Antonini,98

BeatriceJ.“Bebe”Antonini,98,of Selbyville,Del.,diedMonday,May 19,2025,attheCountryRestHome inGreenwood,Del.Shewasbornin Washington,D.C.,daughterofthe lateWalterArnerandFlorence(Baylor)Arner.

byvisiting www.bishophastingsfh.com.

PatriciaB.Ennis,84

stepson,DavidEnnisIIofHebron, Md.;fourgrandsons,DerrickGodwin (andhisfiancée,CaseyWare),David Godwin(andhiswife,Ashley),DaytonMageeandJeremyMagee;and fourgreat-grandchildren.

ShewasamemberofFenwickIslandBaptistChurch,theArtLeague ofOceanCity,Md.,andtheBook Club.

PatriciaB.Ennis,84,ofDagsboro, Del.,passedawayonFriday,May23, 2025,surroundedbyherlovingfamily. ShewasborninDagsboroonJune1, 1940,tothelateA.H.“Blue”BrumbleyandthelateMarieBrumbley.

Thurs, Fri & Mon at 5pm Sat & Sun at 12pm Dine In & Carry Out

Antoniniissurvivedbyadaughter, TeriL.AntoniniofSelbyville,Del.; andason,TimothyJ.Antoniniand hiswife,Linda,ofAnnapolis,Md.; twogranddaughters,StacyCorwin andherhusband,Tim,andChristina Riceandherhusband,Andy.

FriendsmaycallonFridayJune6, 2025,from1to4p.m.atBishopHastingsFuneralHome,19S.Main Street,Selbyville,Del.Afuneralservicewillbeheldat11a.m.Saturday, June7,2025,atFenwickIsland BaptistChurch,36806Lighthouse RoadinSelbyville.Entombmentwill beinGraniteMemorialMausoleum inBishopville,Md.Inlieuofflowers, donationsinAntonini’smemorymay bemadetotheArtLeagueofOcean City,P.O.Box 3503,OceanCity, MD21843.Condolencesmaybesent

EnnisattendedWesleyCollegein Dover,Del.Aftercollege,shebegan hercareerworkingforAcmeMarkets, fromwhichshewouldretireyears later.Inadditiontohercareerwith Acme,shewastheco-ownerandoperatoroftheFamilyButchershopin Dagsboro.

Shewasdedicatedtoherfamily. Shelovedcooking,hostingdinners andcaringforhergrandchildrenand granddogs.SheattendedGumboro WesleyanChurchnearMillsboro, Del.,andenjoyedlisteningtoPastor EddieDaniels’sermons.

Inadditiontoherparents,Ennis wasprecededindeathbyherbrother, KennethBrumbley;and,mostrecently,herlovinghusbandof30years, David,whopassedawayinAprilof 2024.Sheissurvivedbytwodaughters,DianaGodwinandSherry Magee,bothofDagsboro,Del.;a

Amemorialservicewillbeheldon Saturday,June14,2025,atGumboro WesleyanChurch,36842Millsboro Hwy,Millsboro,DE19966.Visitation willbefrom1:30to2:15p.m.,witha memorialservicetofollow.Inlieuof flowers,thefamilysuggestedmemorialcontributionsinEnnis’nameto BrandywineValleySPCA,22918 DuPontBoulevard,Georgetown,DE 19947.

BarbaraAnnGross,88

BarbaraAnnGross,88,ofMillsboro,Del.,passedawaypeacefully,at home,onMay27,2025.Bornon March5,1937,inCharleston,W.Va., shewasthedaughterofthelateLloyd andVirginia(Jones)Davis.

Shegre wupinPrinceGeorge’s County,Md.,whereshemetthelove ofherlife,BobGross.Thetwowere marriedfor54years,buildingalife rootedindevotion,familyandshared purpose.Afterraisingtheirfamily,

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theyretiredtoMaryland’sEastern Shoreandeventuallymadetheir homeinMillsboro,Del.,wherethey enjoyedtheirlateryearstogether.

Shededicatedmuchofherprofessionallifetoservingothers,firstat SuburbanBankandlaterasanoffice manageratBehnke’sNurseries.Her workethicanddedicationwere matchedonlybyherloveforhome andfamily.Shefoundjoyingardeningandlandscaping,keepingabeautifulandtidyhome,shoppingforthe perfectfind,andpreparingmealsfor thosesheloved.

Herwarmth,humorandnurturing spiritwillbedearlymissedandforeverrememberedbyallwhoknew her.

Grosswasprecededindeathbyher belovedhusband,RobertMartin Gross;herparents;andhersiblings JohnDavis,MarionDorsey,Everett Davis,BillDavis,SusanBurneyand Lloyd“Jinx”Davis.Sheissurvivedby herfivelovingchildren,WilliamW. Gross(andJennifer),DebraMarzec, TracyWillfred,RobertGrossJr.(and Debra)andPatriciaBecraft.Shealso leavesbehind12cherishedgrandchildren,whobroughtimmenseprideand joytoherlife;aswellashersister NelsieJameson;andherbrotherKermitOrndorff.

Aprivateservicetocelebrate Gross’lifewillbeheldatalaterdate. Herlifememorialwebpagecanbe foundatwww.watsonfh.com.

GayleM.Hughes,85

GayleM.Hughes,85,ofSelbyville, Del.,andformerlyofCrofton,Md., passedawaypeacefully,surroundedby herlovingfamilyonFriday,May30, 2025,inthecomfortofherown home.ShewasborninRidleyPark, Pa.,onJuly29,1939,daughterofthe lateVincentN.Gallagherandthelate Marie(McIntyre)Gallagher.

Hugheswasadevotedhomemaker andmother,caringforherlovinghusbandandthreechildren.Afterher childrenweregrown,shebeganwork-

ingforDr.Sroka’sofficeinCrofton, Md.,wheresheservedastheoffice managerbeforeherretirement.

OnceHughesandherhusband, Tom,movedtoDelaware,shebegan tovolunteerattheElksinOcean City,Md.SheservedinseveralcapacitiesattheElks,fromworkinginthe kitchen,towaitressingandscheduling.Shewasagiverandenjoyedhelpingandtakingcareofothers.She enjoyedlivingnearthebeachand lovedtodance.

Inadditiontoherparents,Hughes wasprecededindeathbyherthree siblings,VincentGallagherJr.,PatriciaGallagherandNealGallagher.She issurvivedbyherlovinghusbandof 59years,ThomasM.Hughes;three children,MichelleHotemandher husband,Jeff,ofSevenValleys,Pa., ThomasM.HughesJr.andhiswife, Lisa,ofMarriottsville,Md.,andSean T.HughesofWashington,D.C.;four

grandchildren,JackHotem,Riley Hotem,GriffinHughesandNolan Hughes;abrother,GaryGallagherof NorthCarolina;andseveralnieces andnephews. Avisitationwillbeheldfrom10to 11a.m.onTuesday,June17,2025at theOceanViewChapelofMelson FuneralServices,38040MuddyNeck Road,OceanView,Del.,where a prayerservicewillbeginat11a.m. Intermentwillbeheldprivately.

Inlieuofflowers,thefamilysuggestedmemorialcontributionsin Hughes’nametotheLeukemia& LymphomaSocietybyvisiting www.lls.org.Condolencesmaybesent byvisitingwww.melsonfuneralservices.com.

WilliamJack ‘Bill’Wichmann,86

WilliamJack‘”Bill”Wichmann,86, formerlyofOceanView,Del.,Park

Ridge,N.J.,andCincinnati,Ohio, passedawayonMay27,2025,inthe comfortofhishome,atOxford GlenninOwasso,Okla.BornonJuly 21,1938,inCincinnati,Wichmann wasthebelovedsonofthelateElmer andRuthWichmann,andbrotherto thelateBarbaraSusan,withwhomhe sharesabirthday,albeittwoyears apart.

WichmannwasadistinguishedexecutivevicepresidentofNoville,a fragranceandflavorcompany,having retiredafter32years.Hebeganhis professionaljourneyatProcter& Gamble,wherehestartedonthe IvorySoapassemblylineandultimatelyascendedtothepositionof perfumer.In1975,herelocatedhis familyfromCincinnatitoNewJersey, seekinggreateropportunitieswith Novilleandforhisfamily.

BethanySportsCardsPluscelebratesnewownershipwithribbon-cutting

OnThursday,May15,the Bethany-FenwickAreaChamberof Commerceheldaribbon-cutting ceremonytocelebratethenewownersofBethanySportsCardsPlusin BethanyBeach.Friends,familyand communitymemberswereinattendancetohelpcelebrate.

“BethanySportsCardsPlusis BethanyBeach’strustedstorefor sportscards,Pokémon,collectibles andmore!Theyalsospecializein buyingsportscardsandcollectibles. Whetheryou’relocaltoBethany BeachoranywhereintheU.S.,they makesellingeasyandoffercompetitivepricesbasedonmarketvalueand condition.”

BethanySportsCardsPlusislocatedat123GarfieldParkway,Unit 7,BethanyBeach.Thestoreisopen from9a.m.to5p.m.daily.Call (302)537-6330orvisitbethanysportscardsplus.comformoreinformationortoschedulean appointmenttosellcards.

Health & Wellness

Amalgam Functional

Lifestyle

Aquacare*

Bayhealth

Bayhealth Cancer Support

Beebe Healthcare*

Children’s Beach House

Delaware Imaging Network

Grass Roots Rescue

Prestige Healthcare

RISE

Shore Wellness

Realtors

Archie

The Coastal Edge Group of Compass RE

Julie Gritton TeamColdwell Banker

Builders

Cape Design & Build

Esham Builders

G Fedale Roo ng & Siding

Paul Davis Restoration

Pro Exteriors

Shore Home Construction

Spicer Bros. Construction

That Cabinet Store That Design Studio

Financial Firms, Insurance, Legal, Mortgage & Retirement

Doyle Law*

Edward Jones

New York Life

State Farm Insurance –Billy Reese Success Mortgage

Home Products & Services

AC Plant & Turf

AnchorElla

Ashton Pools by Design

Atlantic Transportation Services

Bath Fitter

Bella Terra Landscapes & Garden Center*

Bright Brothers

The Cape Gazette*

Cape Henlopen Mentoring Program

Capitol Buildings Shed

Crazy

Cape Water Tours

Classy & Sassy Boutique

Clean Energy USA*

Coastal Bath*

Cutco

Dandelina Delights

Delaware Hot Tubs

Donut NV

DryZone

Everything That Glitters

Floor Coverings

International

Forrest Fence

Frios Pops

GC Pickles

GC Studios

Glass Art & More

Hello Garage of Delmarva

Integrity Heating & Air

Kohler by Rite Window

Leaf Guard

LeafFilter Gutter Protection

Made in the Shade Maid Pro Southern

Delaware

Martins Water Treatment

Meineke Car Care

Neat Freak Closets

Ocean Waves Softwash

Ortiz Power Washing

Outdoor Living Hardscapes

Paint Doctor Passanante’s Home Food Services

Pinnacle Concrete Coatings

Pro Max Fence Systems

Renewal by Andersen

Sasha’s Jewels

Sit Means Sit Slide-Lok of the Eastern Shore Veterans Mobile Center

Vietnam Veterans American Chap. 1105 ZoZo WMDT/ABC/47*

Beebe will be offering 5 FREE health screenings!

TheCoreClubcelebratesnewlocationinMillville

OnThursday,May22,the Bethany-FenwickAreaChamberof Commerceheldaribbon-cutting ceremonytocelebratethegrand openingofTheCoreClub’snewlocationinMillville.Friends,family andcommunitymemberswereinattendance.

TheCoreCluboffershigh-intensityPilatesinspiredclassesdesigned tostrengthen,sculptandtone.Their lowimpactandhigh-intensityworkout,usingTheCoreClubMethod andClubFormerequipment,targets slow-twitchmusclefibersandintertwinescardioelementstoachieveresults.

VisitTheCoreClub’snewMillvillelocationat35254AtlanticAvenue,Suite9,Millville.Tolearn moreaboutTheCoreClubmethod, viewtheclassscheduleandbooka session,visitthecorecluboc.comor followtheirsocialsat@thecoreclubde.

“Nostalgia"

With Comedian Randy Riggle

Saturday, June 7, 8PM

The nationally touring production of “NOSTALGIA” takes you down memory lane with your ‘57 Chevy as we remember the times and people who changed our lives in the 1950’s, and 60’s. Randy entertains his audiences with clean humor about this nostalgic era and his show is complimented with over 50 impersonations and a special tribute to veterans.

MattDonnellyTheMindNoodler

Sunday, June 8, 7PM

Matt Donnelly: The Mind Noodler – Comedy, Magic, and Pure Entertainment. Recently named “Las Vegas’s Best Up-and-Coming Comedy Magician” by the Las Vegas Review-Journal, Matt Donnelly has been captivating audiences across North America with his one-of-a-kind blend of comedy and mind-blowing magic. His show, The Mind Noodler, isn’t just about tricks—it’s about storytelling, laughter, and the unexpected.

WillFern

Jun 11 - 17, 7PM

A seasoned magician with over 20 years of performing experience, Will Fern is known around the country for his diverse magical career. From close-up magic performed at all manner of private and corporate affairs, to team building workshops, trade show booth “edutainment”, and theater performances…Will is constantly working, at over 200 shows per year. A masterful comedy magician, Will works audience members into his effects with arresting imaginative skill.

Ft.MilesholdingD-Dayremembranceevent

OnFriday,June6,at10a.m.,the FortMilesHistoricalAssociationwill conductitsfourthannualD-DayceremonyattheFortMilesMuseum eventoverlookinCapeHenlopen StatePark,tocommemoratethe40 DelawareanswholosttheirlivesduringtheBattleofNormandy.

ThekeynotespeakerattheceremonywillbeFMHAhistorianEdPaterline,whowillrecounttheexploits oftheU.S.Army’s29thInfantryDivisionduringtheassaultonthebeaches atNormandy.TheRev.CarolFlett willdelivertheceremony’sinvocation andbenediction,andspeakbriefly aboutArmyChaplainMorrisArnold, whowentashoreatNormandywith thealliedinvasionforces.

LocalartistPaulRendelwillspeak abouthisinspirationforpaintinga tributetothesoldiersatNormandyon D-Day.MorrisArnold’schaplainkit andaprintofthePaulRendelpaintingwillbeondisplayintheFort MilesMuseumaftertheceremony.

Neartheendoftheceremony, FMHAvolunteerswillreadthe namesofeachofthosebrave Delawareanswhogavetheirallatthe BattleofNormandy.Aship’sbellwill tollaftereachnameisread.The MasonDixonVFWPost7234Honor Guardwillprovideariflesaluteand play“Taps”afterthetollingofthe names.Theceremonywillconclude withtheplayingof“AmazingGrace” bybagpiperandAirForceveteran LaniSpahr.Followingtheceremony, theFortMilesMuseumwillbeopen until4p.m.

D-DayoccurredonJune6,1944, nearlyfiveyearsafterNaziGermany invadedPolandtobeginWorldWar II,when156,000Alliedtroops stormedbeachesinnorthernFrance, initiatingOperationOverlord,later knownastheBattleofNormandy. Withinafewdaysoftheinvasion,approximately326,000troops,more than50,000vehiclesandsome 100,000tonsofequipmenthad landed.TheBattleofNormandyconcludedinlateJuly1944,whenAmericanforceslaunchedOperation CO BRA,aimedatbreakingthrough GermanlinesnearSt.Lo.

WiththestartofCO BRA,the Normandycampaignended,andAlliedforcesturnedtheirsightstoward clearingnorthernFranceofGerman forcesandliberatingParis.Although itwouldbeanotheryearofbrutal conflictbeforeGermanyfinallysurrenderedtoAlliedforces,theJune6 invasionwasthebeginningoftheend. DuringtheBattleofNormandy, UnitedStatesforcessufferedmore than125,000casualties,including 21,000killedinaction.Atotalof40 menfromDelawarediedwhileengagedwithGermanforces.

TheArmy’s29thInfantryDivision comprisedNationalGuardunitsfrom Virginia,Maryland,Pennsylvaniaand theDistrictofColumbia.InOctober 1942,the29thwassenttoEnglandto protectthatcountrywhileU.S.and BritishforcesinvadedNorthAfrica. Astheonlyfullbattle-readydivision onEnglishsoil,the29threceivedthe nickname“England’sOwn.”

InSeptemberof1943,the29th Divisionreceivedorderstopreparefor theinvasionoftheEuropeancontinentandledthebuildupofU.S. troopsfortheinvasion.Theplanfor OperationOverlordincludedassaultingfivebeaches:Sword(Britain),Juno (Canada),Gold(Britain),Omaha (USA)andUtah(USA).Utahwasassaultedbythe4thInfantryDivision, whileOmahawastheresponsibilityof

thecombinedforcesofthe1stand 29thInfantryDivisions,underthe initialcommandofthe1stInfantryto avoidanycommandconfusion.

Omahawasknowntobethemost difficultofthefivelandingbeaches, duetoitsroughterrainandthebluffs overlookingthebeach,whichhad beenwell-fortifiedbyitsGermandefenders.Thefirstelementstolandon Omahawerethe16thRegimentof the1stDivisionontheleft,andthe 116thRegimentofthe29thDivision toitsright.The1stInfantrywereveteransoftheNorthAfricaandSicily invasions,whilethe29thhadnopreviouscombatexperienceandwasthe onlyNationalGuardunitinvolvedin D-Day.

Asthelandingcrafttraveledtothe beach,heavyseaspushedmostof

themoff-course.Thatresultedinalmostallthe116thInfantryregiment missingtheassignedlandingspots.To complicatematters,mostoftheregiment’stanksupport,launchedfrom toofaroffshore,founderedandsank inthechannel.

Thesoldiersofthe116thInfantry werethefirsttohitthebeachat0630 (6:30a.m.),comingunderheavyfire fromGermanfortifications.Company AoftheVirginiaNationalGuard fromBedford,Va.,wasalmostannihilatedbyoverwhelmingfireasit landedonthe116th’swesternmost sectionofthebeach.Itsufferedthe highestcasualtiesofanyunitonDDay.Thecatastrophiclossessuffered bythissmallVirginiacommunityled toitbeingselectedforthesiteofthe NationalD-DayMemorial.

TREASURE ISLAND FASHIONS

RALtoshowcaselocalartisans

SummerattheRehobothArtLeague isinfullswingwiththe52ndAnnual Members’FineCraftExhibitionreturningtotheleaguefromJune13toJuly 13.Showingalongsidethefinecraft showcasewillbetwoexhibitionsfrom RAL’sFineArtCollection:“Insidethe StudioofEthelP.B.Leach”intheDeWittGalleryand“FeatheredandFancy: AvianInterpretationsfromtheRAL Collections”intheHomestead.

basedartistandpoet,Ohwasbornin Seoul,SouthKorea,wheresheearneda bachelor’sdegreeinpainting.Since comingtotheUnitedStatesin2016, shehasactivelyparticipatedinregional, nationalandinternationalartexhibitions.

paintings,etchings,illustrations,drawingsandpersonaldiaries.In2024,the RALwasgiftedacollectionofLeach’s studioequipment,suchashereasel, camera,woodblockcuttingtools,and manyofhersketchesandillustrations. W iththosepiecesondisplay,surroundedbyherart,themini-exhibition isdesignedtogiveaglimpseintowhat herstudiomighthavebeenlike.

OntheeveningofJune13from5to 7p.m.,theartleaguewillhostanopeningreceptionforitsexhibitions,inviting anyoneinterestedtovisittheCorkran, Tubbs,VenturesandHomesteadgalleriestoseethenewshows.

Ohhasbeenexpandingherstudio practicesintheceramicsandsculpture programsatSalisburyUniversityand hastrainedasanartteacher,specializing insecondaryandhighschoolarteducation.Herrecentseriesofworks,“The SoundlessPoem,”wasshowcasedatthe RALlastfall.

“FeatheredandFancy:AvianInterpretationsfromtheRALCollections” willbeshowcasedintheHomestead throughAug.17.

TheMembers’FineCraftExhibition isasignaturesummershowforthe leagueandcontainsworkscreatedby memberartistsinawidevarietyof media,includingbaskets,ceramics,fiber, glass,jewelry,leather,metal,mixed media,woodandothers.Theshowwill takeovertheCorkranandTubbsgalleries,withawardsgiventodistinguished pieces.

Artists,membersandthepublicare beinginvitedtohearfromthejudgeof thisyear’sFineCraftExhibition,JinsoonOh,duringafreeGalleryTalkon Saturday,June14,at10a.m.inthe CorkranGallery.ASalisbury,Md.-

TheVenturesGallerywillbecomean extensionoftheMembers’Sales Gallery,showcasinganeclecticcollectionoffineartandcraftbyRALmemberartists.Throughoutthesummer season,theycanbrowseeverythingfrom watercolorpaintingstowearablefiber art,ceramicsandfine-artphotography. Eachpurchasesupportsapracticing artist,aswellasthemissionoftheRehobothArtLeague.

TheRALwilldisplaytwoexhibitionsfeaturingworkfromtheirFine ArtCollectionstartingJune13.The DeWittGallerywilldisplay“Insidethe StudioofEthelP.B.Leach,”curatedby CollectionsCommitteememberEllen RoneyHughes,runningthroughJuly 27.EthelPennewillBrown“P.B.”Leach was knownasaleaderofwomen paintersinDelawareforthefirsthalfof the20thcenturyandwasafounding memberoftheRehobothArtLeague.

TheleaguehasanextensivecollectionofLeach’swork,whichincludesoil

“Birdsinspireusinendlessways throughtheirflight,beautyanddelightfulmannerisms.Thisexhibitioncelebratesavianwondersthrough interpretationsinoriginalpaintings, sculpturesandsketchesfromtheRehoboth ArtLeagueCollection.”

RAL’sDoorsofFame,whichfeature thesignaturesofmorethan285prominentartists,creativesandnotablecitizensfromtheartleague’shistory,are alsoondisplayintheHomesteadand willremainavailabletoviewthrough October.

“TheRALinvitesthepublictoan openingreceptionforallthreeshowson Friday,June13,from5to7p.m.”

Theexhibitionsarefreeandopento everyoneduringtheregulargallery hours ofMondaythroughSaturday,10 a.m.to4p.m.,andSunday,noonto4 p.m.Foradditionalinformationabout theartleague,itsexhibits,classes,memberships,eventsandmore,visititswebsiteatRehobothArtLeague.orgorcall (302)227-8408.

OnFriday,May23,theBethanyFenwickAreaChamberofCommerce heldaribbon-cuttingceremonytocelebratethe10thanniversaryofthePoseidonFestivalinBethanyBeach.

TheTown’seventsdirector,Julie Malewski,startedthePoseidonFestival adecadeagotocelebratethesea,and educateguestsandlocalsalikeonocean safetyandhowtoprepareforcoastal emergencies.Completewithlivemusic, pirates,mermaids,marinescientistsand more,thisMemorialDayweekendtraditionpairseducationwithfamilyfun inabeachfrontlocation.

TolearnmoreaboutthePoseidon Festival,viewthefulleventcalendarfor theTown,orviewthescheduleforthe 2025SeasideConcertSeries,visit townofbethanybeach.comorstopby townhallat214GarfieldParkway, BethanyBeach.

SpecialtotheCoastalPoint•Submitted GeorgetownMiddleSchoolPrincipalDavidCarterpresentstheSDARJawardtoLondonSturgis.

TheSouthernDelawareAlliancefor RacialJustice(SDARJ)recentlyhonoredGeorgetownMiddleSchoolstudentLondonSturgisforherleadership, effortandexcellence.Sturgiswasrecognizedinaceremonyattheschooland receiveda$20bookstoregiftcard.

Accordingtoherteacher,“Londonis adedicatedstudent,hasastrongwork ethicandalwayshasapositiveattitude. Hercommitmenttoacademicsandbalancingherextracurricularactivitiesis remarkable.Shestandsoutasathreesportathleteandisarespectedleader

amongherpeers.”

SDARJinitiatedtheAfricanAmericanAchievementawardtorecognize studentswhorepresenttheidealsof leadership,improvement,effortandexcellenceintheirschools.Studentsfrom eachschoolintheCapeHenlopenand IndianRiverschooldistrictsarerecognizedthroughouttheschoolyear.

SDARJisanonpartisanorganization thateducates,informsandadvocatesfor racialjustice,equalityandfairopportunity.Formoreinformation,goto sdarj.org.

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June7:TajMahal&Keb’Mo’

June12:TheMusicSchoolofDelaware’sYouth SymphonyOrchestraandEsteemedFaculty

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July18:FrankieValli&theFourSeasons

July 27: The High Kings

July27:TheHighKings

July20:PinkMartinifeaturingChinaForbes

July 20: Pink Martini featuring China Forbes

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August 2: John Fogerty: The Celebration Tour

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August 8: Straight No Chaser: The ‘90s Part 2

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August 9: KALEO: Mixed Emotions Tour

August12:SODELO:SouthernDelawareOrchestra

August 12: SODELO: Southern Delaware Orchestra

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August16:CallMeDancer:ASpecialScreening& Directors’Discussion

August 16: Call Me Dancer: A Special Screening & Directors’ Discussion

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September 5: Face 2 Face: A Tribute to Elton John & Billy Joel

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September 12: Ray LaMontagne Trouble 20th Anniversary Tour

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J.ConnScottsettocloseSelbyvillelocationafteracentury

BySusanCanfora StaffReporter

Lastspring,J.ConnScottFurnitureinSelbyvillewasgettingready forits100thanniversary,withowner RichardScottplanningafestive mid-summertentparty—afitting celebrationforthe10tholdestfamily-ownedbusinessinthecountry.

Now,alittlemorethanoneyear later,thestoreisclosing,butScott isn’tplanningafarewellparty.

“I’mneverreallygoingtosay goodbye,”hesaid.“Ithinkthisisthe bestdecisionweevermade.We’re justchangingouroutlookrightnow, justchangingourlocation,getting ridoftheinventoryinthatstore,becauseourRehobothBeachstoreis goingtostayopen.Weareassessing theinventory,andwe’llgofrom there.Wearen’tsellingthebuilding ortakingthesignsdown,”hesaid, addingthatthestorewillprobably closeinSeptemberandthenbeused asawarehouse,fornow.

The7,000-square-footRehoboth Beachlocationissmallerthanthe 35,000-square-footSelbyvillestore, andnothavingtotravelbackand forthbetweenstoreswillmakelifea littleeasierforScott,hesaid.Even so,headded,thedecisiontoclose wasdifficult.

“Itwasveryhard.It’sbittersweet. Ihadalittletalkwithmygrandfatherandmyfather,a‘come-to-Jesus,’ totrytogetafeelfromthem,”said Scott,thethird-generationownerof thebusiness,startedbyhisgrandfather,JamesConnScott.

Laterhisfather,thelateWilliam ConnScott,tookitoverandworked withhisson,Richard,forabout10 yearsbeforeretiringin1995.

Theunusualname“Conn”isfrom fourgenerationsback,whenJ.Conn Scott’sfatherpromisedaclosefriend namedConnhewouldgivehisname tooneofhis13children.

Thefourthgenerationofthefamily,RichardScott’schildren,arenot interestedintakingoverthebusiness,butScottsaiditwillcontinue.

ClosingtheSelbyvillelocation wastheresultof“everythingcosting moretorunnow,havingalltheinsuranceandtrucksandeverything.”

“Allourreceiptsarestillin woodencigarboxesupintheattic. Westillhavereceipts.It’spretty amazing.Pop-Popsmokedcigars,so theyareallincigarboxes.Hewas

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J.ConnScottisclosingitsSelbyvillelocationafteronehundredyears.ThefurnitureproprieterwillkeepitsRehobothBeachlocation.

organized—verymuchso—sowe keptthattradition.Westartedin 1924.…Backthen,inthe1920s, thereweregeneralstores,andthey soldfurniture,iceboxes,clothing,so mygrandfathersplitoffandtookthe furniturepartofthebusiness,”Scott saidlastyearasthecentennialanniversarywasbeingplanned.

“It’sjusteasierrightnow,with tariffs,withthepriceofeverything influx.ImadeaquickdecisionandI calledthiscompany—agreatcompanythatcomesin—andtheyhave takenovermyinventoryandare doingallthepromotions.Wehave $1millionoforientalrugsinthe store.Theupstairsisfilled.The downstairsisfilled.Theybuyshowrooms,andit’sworking,”hesaid,decliningtorevealthenameofthe companybutsayingthereisabig saleandinventorycominginevery fewdays.

“Thereissomethingforeverybody.TheywillhavepeoplewhoI neverthoughtwouldstepintothe store.Everythingshouldbeoutby September.InRehoboth,wearestill

goingstrong.Weareasbusytodayas anydayIeverremember,”Scottsaid.

SelbyvilleMayorRichardDuncan saidhe’sdisappointedtoseethestore close“after100yearsofbeinganhistoriciconhereintown.”

“They’restillmaintainingthe storeinRehoboth,”Duncanemphasized.“IknowRichardandhisfather, hisgrandfather.Ihaveknownthe Scottsmany,manyyears,andIhate toseethemgo.Ithinkit’sjustthe economy.Thereisalotofclientele comingfromtheRehobothareaand thebeach.Theyarestilldoinginteriordesign,andhereinSelbyville theyareofferinggoodsales,”hesaid.

“Wedohavegreatsales.Wemade itto100yearsbecausewedoeverythingalittlebitdifferent,”Scotthad previouslytoldtheCoastalPoint.

“Wesellquality,andwesellunusualthings.Wesellthehighest qualityyoucangetintheindustry.I neverdothesamethingtwice.I’m notafraidofcolor.Ihavetonsof color,”hesaid,addingthatcustomers whofindoutaboutthestorehire himtovisittheminstatesalongthe

EastCoast—inTexas,Floridaand otherlocations—asaninteriordesigner.

“We’vebeendoinghousesall aroundthecountry.We’renotadestinationlikeweusedtobeinSelbyville.It’snottheeasiestplacetogo forallourcustomers,yetIreallyam sad.Iusedtositonthecounterin thatstorewhenIwasaboyand watchmygrandfatheronFriday nights.I’dwatchTV.Iworkedinthe warehouses.

“Iknowwhereallthebuttonsare thatturneverythingonandoff.I knoweverypieceofinventory.Igrew upinSelbyville.Iunloadedthe trucks.MygrandfatherandIwere goodfriends.Hecameintowork withatieoneverydayandaflower inhispocketand,justlikehim,I wearatieeveryday,too,”Scottsaid.

“ClosingtheSelbyvillestoreis betterforeverything.It’sagood thing.Everybodyisstaying.Ihave positionsforeverybody.Twoareretiring.Wearenotsellingthelocation,soit’sgood.Therewillalways beaJ.ConnScott,”headded.

ByLauraWalter StaffReporter

Likemanypeoplewhomoveto Delaware,twosweets-shopownerswere surprisedtolearnthatmostlocalfirefightersarevolunteers.So,theScoop-aLiciousicecreamshopishostinga fundraisertobenefitMillsboroFire Company.

AlldayonSaturday,June7,Scoopa-Liciouswilldonate10percentofsales tothefirecompany.Therewillalsobe freekids’activitiesfromnoonto4p.m. (weather-dependent),includinga bouncehouse,liveDJspinningtunes, PawPatrolcharactermeet-and-greet (ChaseandMarshall)andmore.The firecompanywillbeonhandwitha firetruckforpeopletovisit.Finally,peoplecanbuychancestowinabiggift basketoftreatsanddonateditemsfrom localbusinesses.

PhilNoelandSherrieHearnopened Scoop-a-Liciousin2024,andtheydefinitelywanttosupportthevolunteerfire company,especiallywithhisexperience inlawenforcementandhersgrowingup aroundthefirehall.

“My dadhasbeenavolunteerfiremanmywholelife,soIgrewupinthe firehouse,”Hearnsaid.“We’realocal business,we’rejuststartingout,sowe wouldliketohelpotherlocalbusinesses asmuchaswecan,andthefirecompany—theydosomuchforthecommunity.”

“It’stheonlyfiredepartmentin Millsboro!Theyhelpsavelives.…We wanttohelpthecommunitythebestwe can,”Noelsaid.

Scoop-a-LiciousislocatedoffRoute 113,andtheywillblockoffpartoftheir regularparkinglotfortheevent.They also receivedpermissiontousetheland locatedbehindtheshop,alongthe NorthernAvenuesideroad.

Keepaneyeoutforfuturecommunityfundraisersattheicecreamery,too.

“Wewantpeopletoknowwereally docareaboutMillsboro.Wedocare aboutthetownwelivein,”Hearnsaid.

Scoop-a-Licioushasavarietyofflavorsandtexturestocoolthepalate, startingwithBlueBunnyicecream, shavedice,sundaesandplentyoftoppings.Theycarrydecadent,handmade Nightengalebrandicecreamsandwiches(“Everybodylovesthem,they’re delicious,”Noelsaid),aswellasTractor brandjuicedrinks,whicharecool, gluten-free,containrealfruitanddesignedtohitthespotonhotdays.

“Wejustalwaystrytochangeitup, sincewe’reasmallicecreamshop,”Noel said.“We’vegotalottooffer.”

Scoop-a-Liciousislocatedat28417 DupontBoulevard,Millsboro.Learn morebycalling(302)297-5457oronlineatscoop-a-licious.com. Spring hourswillexpandinmid-June.

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Scoop-a-LiciousownersPhilNoeland SherrieHearnstandinsidetheirice creamshopinMillsboro.Theirsloganis ‘Scoop-a-Licious,thehappiestplacein theneighborhood.’

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LawEnforcement TorchRun

The39thAnnualStatewideLaw EnforcementTorchRunforSpecial OlympicsDelawarewilltakeplacefrom Wednesday,June11,throughFriday, June13,bringingtogethernearly800 lawenforcementofficersfromacrossthe statetocarrytheFlameofHopein honoroftheathletesofSpecial OlympicsDelaware.

SpanningmultiplelegsfromFenwickIslandtoWilmington,thethreedayeventhighlightslawenforcement’s commitmenttoinclusionandsupport forindividualswithintellectualdisabilities.Sinceitsinception,theDelaware LawEnforcementTorchRunhasraised morethan$12milliontosupportyearroundsportstrainingandcompetition forchildrenandadultswithintellectual disabilities.

OnWednesday,June11,theTorch Runwillbeginat9a.m.attheNew CastleCountyPoliceDepartmentand traveltotheWilmingtonPoliceDepartmentforaceremonyat9:30a.m., beforecontinuingalongKirkwood HighwaytoAlbertsonBoulevard. Downstate,startingat3:30p.m.at

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By Jared Cappel

Georgetownlibraryholdingreadingparty

TheGeorgetownPublicLibraryannouncedthatitsannualSummerReading ProgramKickoffpartywillbetakingplace atSandhillFieldsonJune7at6p.m.

“Thisfreeeventistheperfectwaytocelebratethestartofsummerandencouragea loveofreadingforchildrenofallages.Join usforanafternoonpackedwithexcitingactivities,”organizerssaid.Thoseinclude:

•FurryFriends—Meetandinteract withanimalsatthepettingzoo.

•ColorfulCreations—Lettheimaginationrunwildwithfacepainting.

•Hands-OnFun—Getcreativewith engagingcraftactivities.

•ExcitingChallenges—Participateina varietyoffun-filledgamesforallages.

•Andmore.

Asthesunbeginstoset,attendeescan stickaroundforaspecialoutdoormovie showing.Theycanbringblanketsand chairsforacozyeveningunderthestars astheyfollowthejourneyofarobot learningtosurviveinthewilderness.The moviewillbeginatapproximately8:30 p.m.

“Wearesoexcitedtokickoffanother fantasticsummerofreadingwithour community,”saidLibraryDirectorRachel Culver.“Havingourkickoffpartyat SandhillFieldsallowsustooffereven morespaceandactivitiesforfamiliesto enjoy.Wecan’twaittoseeeveryone there!”

TheSummerReadingProgramencourageschildrenandteenstocontinue

readingthroughoutthesummermonths, helpingtopreventsummerlearningloss andfosteralifelongloveofbooks.RegistrationfortheSummerReadingProgram willbeavailableatthekickoffparty.Participantswillhavetheopportunitytoearn prizesattheendofthesummerforreachingtheirreadinggoals.

Thiseventisfreeandopentothepublic.Noregistrationisrequiredtoattend thekickoffparty.

FormoreinformationabouttheSummerReadingProgramandthekickoff party,visittheGeorgetownPublicLibrary at123WestPineStreet,call(302)8567958andspeakwiththeYouthServices Coordinator,orvisitthewebsite atgeorgetown.lib.de.us.

CashiongraduatesfromCollegeoftheHolyCross

ChristinaCashionofOceanView recentlyearnedabachelor’sdegree, magnacumlaude,fromCollegeofthe HolyCross.

Cashionwasamong733bachelor’s degreerecipientsHolyCrosscelebrated atits179thCommencement,heldin persononFriday,May23,attheDCU CenterinWorcester,Mass.Linda LeMura,presidentofLeMoyneCollegeandthefirstfemalelaypersontobe namedpresidentofaJesuitinstitution

ofhighereducationintheUnitedStates deliveredthisyear’saddresstotheClass of2025andreceivedanhonorarydegree.

Inherremarks,LeMuraemphasized thatthegoalofaJesuit—andspecificallyaHolyCross—educationisto unitetwoidentities:thedreamerand thedoer,followingtheexampleofSt. IgnatiusofLoyola.

“Graduates,mywishforyoutoday, andeveryday,isthatyouwillholdtight

to yourskillsandtoyourdreams,”said LeMura.“Treasurethemboth.Your dreamswillinspireyourwork,andyour workwillinspireyourdreams.Neverlet goofthewhimsical,poetical,visionary dreamerthatlivesineachandeveryone ofyou.”

InadditiontoLeMura,HolyCross alsoawardedanhonorarydegreetoSisterBarbaraRogers,RSCJ,alongtime leaderoftheNewtonCountryDay SchooloftheSacredHeart.

OnFriday,May30,theGeorgetown ChamberofCommercewelcomedFins OysterBar&Grillewitharibbon-cutting.Finsislocatedat21710RothAvenue,Georgetown.Pictured,fromleft, are:VeronicaNanok,JvonneOliver, MikeAnderson,stateRep.ValerieJones Giltner,T.J.Linton,ZachAvery,Scott Garner,RyanHerka,JeffHammer,state Sen.BrianPettyjohn,JessHigginsand SunnyGyani.

AsFriendsoftheMillsboroPublic Librarybegintheplanningoftheirannualbooksale,theyarerequestingdonationsofbooks.Theywillbeaccepting bookdonationsbeginningthefirstof MaythroughtheendofJuneonTuesdaysfrom9a.m.to1p.m.andThursdaysfrom1to5p.m.Duringthose times,oneoftheFriendswillbeatthe

doortohelpdonorswiththeirbookdonations.

Theyacceptadultandchildren’s booksoffictionandnonfiction.Theydo notacceptencyclopedias,magazinesor textbooks.

Thebooksalewillbeheldatthe ScoutHutnexttothelibraryonState StreetonJuly17-22.Additionaldetails areexpectedsoon.Formoreinformation,callSandyat(302)228-2760or Janat(302)732-3216

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

FreeWrite— TheRehobothBeachWriters Guild(RBWG)hostsaweeklytwo-hour FreeWritesessionattheSouthCoastalLibraryat10:30a.m.Participantsage18plusofALLskilllevelswillpractice creativewritinginafriendlyandnurturing atmosphere.(Inpersonparticipatio nonly.) Free,registeratsouthcoastal.lib.de.usor bycalling302-858-5518.Walk-insacceptedifspaceallows.Hostedbythe SouthCoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue, BethanyBeach,DE19930

BabyBees— JoinFrankfordPublicLibrary onThursdaysat11a.m.foraBabyBees StoryTimeforchildren,ages0to3.Stories,songs,andinteractiveplaypromote earlyliteracyandengagementwithother childreninarelaxedsettinginthechildren'sroom.Registrationisnotreq uired. 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.

June6

Paint&Sip— TheBishopvilleVolunteerFire DepartmentAuxiliarywillbeholdinga Paint&Sipnightfrom6to9:30p.m.at themainstation.Instruction,suppliesand oneglassofwineincludedfor$45perperson.Extrawineisavailableforpurchase. ReservationsandpaymentrequiredbyFriday,May30.Toreserve,call(443)8804944.

SwingDanceClass:Part2of3— Join danceinstructor,JohnBrillantes,forafun andfreeinstructionaldanceseriesat SouthCoastalLibraryat10a.m.ThisserieswillfocusonEastCoastSwingDance. Each90-mi nuteclasswillbuildoff-ofthe previousone,soitisbesttoattendall threedatesifpossible:June3,6and10. Bringyourdancepartner,orwewilldoour besttopairwithyouanothersinglepatron attheclass.Wearleather-soledshoes. Registrationisrecommendedandavailable athttps://southcoastal.lib.de.usorbycalling302-858-5518.Walk-in'sacceptedif spaceallows.HostedbytheSouthCoastal Library,43KentAvenue,BethanyBeach, DE19930

DIYSeaGlassC anvas— SouthCoastalLibrarywillprovidestore-boughtlook-alike seaglass,awhitecanvas,paintpens,hot glueguns,anddecorations,andletyouput yourcreativitytowork!Free,forages18plus,at2:30p.m.Registrationislimited andrequiredandbeginsat2:30pmon May30athttps://southcoastal.lib.de.usor

bycalling302-858-5518(onlineregistrationrecommended.)HostedbytheSouth CoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue,Bethany Beach,DE19930

BookClub:Co deTalker,byChesterNez FrankfordPublicLibrary’sadultbook groupmeetsonthefirstFridayofthe monthat1p.m.todiscussafiction,nonfictionorclassictitle.Call302-732-9351 orvisitusonlineatfrankford.lib.de.us. FindusonFB@FrankfordPublicLibraryand Instagram@frankfordlibrary.

June7

StrawberryFestival— TheannualStrawberryFestivalatIndianRiverSeniorCenter willbeheldfrom10a.m.to2p.m.Local artisanswillbesellingtheirhandmad e goods,includingjewelry,bags,candles, papercrafts,crocheteditems,hatsand more.Admissionisfree,andthereisno registrationrequired.

DEAnimeSocietyMeeting— Doyoulike Anime,VideoGames,Friends,andFun? ComejointheDelawareAnimeSociety. NowmeetingattheFrankfordPublicLibraryonthefirstSaturdayofeverymonth at10a.m.Ages13-plusonly.Call302732-9351orvisitusonlineat frankford.lib.de.us.FindusonFB@FrankfordPublicLibrarya ndInstagram@frankfordlibrary.

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ContinuingEvents

Clubs/Organizations

MarinesMeet— TheFirstStateDetachmentoftheMarineCorpsLeaguemeets onthefourthWednesdayofeachmonth attheDagsboroAmericanLegionPost24. AnyMarinesandNavyCorpsmenwho haveservedintheCorps,andlivingin SussexCounty,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 availabletohelpanyonewhohasquestions abouttheirfamilytree.TheLewesHistorical SocietyArchivesFamilyFileswillbeavailableforresearch.Formoreinformation, visitthematscgsdelaware.orgorhistoriclewes.org.

VIPMeets— VIPisasocialgroupforvisu-

ally-impairedpersons,andmeetsthefirst andthirdWednesdayofeachmonthatthe MastersoncenteratSt.An nChurchfrom1 to3p.m.Newmembersarewelcome.For moreinformation,call/text/leaveamessage at(240)315-4361.

Women’sCivicClub— TheWomen’sCivic ClubofBethanyBeachmeetsonthesecondThursdayofthemonthatCripplecreek CountryClubat10a.m.Theorganization hasexpandedthroughoutSussexCounty, andhasbeenservingthecommunitysince itsfoundingin1925.TheClubisanonprofitorganization,formedinfriendshipand dedicatedtocivicandcharitable purposes andtheeducationofitsmembers.Formore information,orifyouareinterestedinattending,sendanemailto

patishelen@msn.com.

LordBaltimoreLionsClub— TheLord BaltimoreLionsClubmeetsthefirstand thirdWednesdayofeachmonthatMac’s CateringinMillville.ThisisaserviceorganizationthatperformsprojectsintheSussex countyarea.Formoreinformation,visit themonFacebook,atLordbaltimorelionsclub.orgorbyphoneat(301)543-0329.

Ro taryMeets— SouthernSussexRotary meetsweeklyatDoyle’sRestaurantinSelbyvilleeveryThursdayat8a.m.Formore information,callBrendanCrottyat(302) 858-3234orvisit

SouthernSussexRotary.org.

LordBaltimoreWomen’sClub— Organizedin1934,LordBaltimoreWomen’sClub (LBWC)iscelebratingits90thanniversary ofservicetoSussexCounty.LBWCisa non-profitorganizationwhichmeetsthe thirdMondayofeverymonth(September throughJune)at11a.m.at CrippleCreek Golf&CountryClubnearDagsboro.Dedicatedtohelpingthelocalcommunity, LBWCraisesfundsforeducationprojectsin localschools,scholarshipsforhighschool students,veteran’sprogramsandother charitableorganizations.Italsoprovides socialopportunitiestofosterfriendship,camaraderieandindividualenrichment amongitsmembers.Tolearnmoreabout LBWC,visitLbwclub.com.

BonsaiClub— TheSouthCoastalBonsai Clubmeetsthefirs tWednesdayofeach monthfrom10a.m.tonoonatInlandBays GardenCenter.

WritersGuild— TheRehobothBeachWritersGuildsponsorsaweeklytwo-hour FreeWritesessionintheconferenceroom attheMillvilleTownHallfrom9to11a.m. Participants,18andolder,ofallskilllevels canpracticecreativewritinginafriendly andnurturingatmosphere.Attendanceis free.Formoreinformation,emailLynn Masseyatbookmom42@yahoo.com.

LegionAuxiliary— AmericanLegion Post 24AuxiliaryinDagsboroholdsitsregular monthlymeetingat5:30p.m.onthefirst Tuesdayofeverymonth.Areyounewtothe areaandwanttotransfertojointheAuxiliaryasanewmember,orlookingtoget moreinformation?Stopbythemeeting, speakwiththebartenderandshewillfind anofficertotakecareofyou.

Women’sClubofIndianRiver— The Women’sClubofIndianRiver(WCIR)isa non-profitdedicatedtoservingthecommunitiesinandaroundtheIndianRiver,as wellasstateandnationalorganizations. TheymeetthesecondMondayofeach month(fromSeptemberthroughJune)at theIndianRiverYachtClubat10a.m.To learnmore,contactLynnat lthomp018@gmail.com.

SaltwaterFlyAnglersofDelaware— Fly fishermenandwomenofallagesandskill levelsareinvitedtoattendtheclub’smeetingsonthesecondWednesdayofthe month(FebruarythroughDecember)atthe RollingMeadowsClubhouseinLewesat7 p.m.Formoreinformation,a nddirections, visitsfaod.com.

IrishMenMeet— IfyouareIrishbybirthor descent,considerjoiningTheAncientOrder oftheHibernians.Theyarewelcomingnew members,andmeetonthesecondThurs-

dayofeachmonthatSt.EdmondsHallin RehobothBeachat6p.m.Formoreinformation,visitaoh.com,callortext(516) 770-1822oremailpcurran43@aol.com.

Drop-Ins

WethePeople— "WethePeople"isaneffortputtogetherbyBillMurphytocelebrate patriotismandcelebratetheflag,bymeetingattheBethanyBeachbandstandevery Wednesdayat8:30a.m.tosupportthemilitary,lawenforcementandfirefighterswho serveandprotect.Allarewelcome.

AdultTime— Adult scanstopintheSouth CoastalLibraryanytimethey’reopento workonjigsawpuzzles,playcheckersor color.Thisisfree,andallmaterialsareprovided.

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

TeleserviceNavigators— TheGeorgetown PublicLibraryhostsTeleserviceNavigators everyMondayfrom10a.m.to3p.m.and everyTue sdayfrom10a.m.to2p.m.Get helpwithvirtualresources,suchastelehealthappointments,appointmentswith lawyersandsocialserviceappointments usingthenewTelehealthKiosk.ANavigator willbeatthelibrarytohelpsetupvirtual appointments.Formoreinformation,call (302)856-7958,emailgeorgetown.library@lib.de.usorvisitthelibraryat123W PineSt.,Georgetown.

LaEsperanzaintheLibrary/Biblioteca— TheGeorgetownPublicLibraryhostsLaEsperanzaintheLibrary/Bibliotecaevery Wednesdayfrom3:30to6p.m.Déjenos ayudarlea:completarsuspapeles,interpretarsuscartas,inscribirseenlaescuela, renovarsusdocumentos,crearunavida major,ymuchomás.LaEsperanza: (302)854-9262.

PawsforPeopleReadingTime— The GeorgetownPublicLibraryhostsPawsfor PeopleonthefirstandthirdThursdaysof everymonthfrom4to5p.m.Readaloudto afurry,friendlytherapycompaniontohelp

inspirealoveofre ading.OfferedbyPaws forPeople.Readersofallagesandstages arewelcome.

ElementaryHomeschoolersProgram— TheGeorgetownPublicLibraryhostsits HomeschoolProgramonthethirdTuesday ofeverymonthat1p.m.Everymonth,they offeradifferentactivityforelementaryschool-agedchildren. SocratesCafé— SocratesCaféisagroup ofindividualsfromdifferentbackgrounds thatdiscussphilosophicalideas.Meetings arethefirstTuesdayofeachmonth,from2 to 3:30p.m.attheBethanyBeachChristianChurch.Everyoneiswelcome.For moreinformation,callBonnieat537-9440, orsendanemailto bonniejd.rae@gmail.com.

FlipFive— AmericanLegionPost24in DagsboroishostingFlipFivegameson Wednesdaynightsfrom6-8p.m.Members, guestsandthegeneralpublicareallinvited toplay.Justsignthebookandwrite“Flip Five”nexttoyourname.

WingNight— AmericanLegionPost24in DagsboroishostingWingNightevery Thursdaya t6:30p.m.Members,guests

andthegeneralpublicareallinvited. SeafoodNight— AmericanLegionPost24 inDagsboroishostingSeafoodNightevery Fridayfrom4:30to7:30p.m.Karaokefollowsfrom7to11p.m.Members,guests andthegeneralpublicareallinvited.

DinnerNight— AmericanLegionPost24in DagsboroishostingdinnereverySaturday from4:30to7:30p.m.DJ/Karaokewill performfrom7to11p.m.Members, guestsandthegeneralpublicareallinvited.

Commun ityLuncheon— TheMariners Bethel’sHopeCenterishostinglunchevery Tuesdayfrom11:30a.m.to1p.m.They serveachoiceofhomemadesoups,fresh sandwichesandhomemadedesserts. Carry-outisalsoavailable.

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

ThriftSho pOpen— TheBethelThriftShop willbeopenonWednesdaysandSaturdays, weatherpermitting,from10a.m.to2p.m. Theyhavealargeselectionofgifts,holiday items,clothing,householdwares,toys, books,jewelryandmoretobenefitthe church’sprojects.Donationsofitemsare acceptedeachdaytheyareopen.TheThrift Shopislocatedat111HazzardStreetin Dagsboro.Formoreinformation,call(302) 519-2984.

VFWChickenShack— TheVFWChicken ShackoperateseverySa turdayfromMay 17throughAug.30,rainorshine,from7 a.m.untilthefoodisgone.Itislocatedon Route1South,onthesouthsideoftheNationalGuardTrainingSiteinBethanyBeach. Thecostisstillonly$10,andincludesa halfbarbecuedchickenandabagofchips. Assorteddrinksandwaterareavailablefor $1each.AllproceedsbenefittheVFW,veteransandveteranservices,aswellasour generalcommunity.

Politics

DemsMeet— The41stDemocratRDmeets thethirdThursdayofeverymonthatPizza KingRestaurantinMillsboroat6p.m.This isopentoanyDemocrats.Formoreinformation,callTomBrettat(443)257-2061.

ShoreDems— TheShoreDemocrats meetsattheDenatBearTrapDunes clubhousefrom11a.m.to1:30p.m.on thethirdWednesdayofthemonth.Thisis asocialorganizationthateducates,informsandcreatescamaraderieamong theirmembersthroughmonthlylunch meetingsthatfeatureengagingspeakers. Formoreinformation,v isitshoredemocrats.com.

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

DemocratsMeet— The38thRepresentativeDistrictDemocraticCommitteemeets thefirstWednesdayofeverymonthat5 p.m.Formoreinformation,updateson speakersandmeeti nglocations,visit deldems38.orgoremailingthemat Deldems38@gmail.com.

TheSussex

CountyRepublicanCommitteemeetsthe secondMondayofeverymonthatthe Millsborofirehall.Meetingsstartpromptly at6:30p.m.andallarewelcome.Informationonmonthlyguestspeakers,legislative updatesandmeetingupdatescanbefound atsussex.gop

Fitness/Health/Dance

TuningUptheTemple— MarinersBethel GMChosts“TuningUptheTemple”exercise/fitnessclassesonMondays, WednesdaysandFridays,from8:30to 9:45a.m.atTheHopeCenter.The classesar esession-based,notdrop-in, socontactCarolLynchat(302)7458237orcklynch03@gmail.comformore detailsonthesefreeclasses.

YogaClasses— MarinersBethelGMC hostsyogaclassesat5p.m.onWednesdaysintheArmorRoom,upstairsinthe churchbuilding,withHeatherMurphy. YogaisalsoofferedonSaturdayat9:30 a.m.withMicoleLinehan.Thedrop-infee foryogais$7.Classesareopentothe communityandallarewelcome.

ZumbaClass— MarinersBethelChurchis ho ldingazumbaexerciseclassintheHope CentergymeveryMonday,Wednesdayand Fridayat10a.m.Thereisa$8drop-infee. Noregistrationisnecessary,andallare welcome.Formoreinformation,sendan emailtozumbabyjo@gmail.com.

MultipleMyelomaSupport— The DelawareMultipleMyelomaSupportGroup meetsthethirdSaturdayofeverymonthvia Zoomfrom1to3p.m.Formoreinformation,contactSueIwahashiatmyelomaemailsue@gmail.com.

LineDancing— CapeHenlopen SeniorCenterishostingline-dancingclassesonMondays.Beginnersclassestakeplaceat10 a.m.,andImproversareat11a.m.For moreinformation,call(302)227-2055.

Al-Anon Al-Anonisasupportgroupforthe familiesandfriendsofalcoholics.Meetings areheldeveryTuesday,from7to8:30p.m., atOceanViewPresbyterianChurch.Formore information,visitovpc.org.

ArgentineTango— TheLewesSeniorActivity CenterishostingArgentineTangoDancingon Tuesdays,from7to9p.m.Adultsofallages are welcome,andnoexperienceorpartneris required.Thereisa$5fee,butthefirstvisitis free.Enterthroughthebackdoorofthefacility.Formoreinformation,visitthegrouponlineatTangoByTheBeach.com.

GeorgetownWalkers— TheGeorgetown

PublicLibraryhostGPLWalkerseveryMondayat9a.m.ThewalkingclubgoestoSandhillFieldsfora30-to40-minutewalk, weatherpermitting.Thetrailbeginsatthe Murray’sLaneParkinglot,109-199Murrays Lane. Formoreinformation,call(302)8567958,emailgeorgetown.library@lib.de.usor visitthelibraryat123WPineSt.,Georgetown.

Tai-ChiClasses— BethelMethodistChurchis hostingfreeTai-ChiclassesonTuesdaysand Thursdaysfrom10to11a.m.Thisisopento thepublic,andallarewelcome.Organizers decribedtheclassesas“easy,”andcasualattireissuggested.Formoreinformation,call (302)519-2984.

StrokeSupport— Astrokesupportgroup meets atPAMHealthRehabilitationHospital ofGeorgetownonthesecondTuesdayof everymonthat2p.m.Theclasswillconsist oflinkingintotheJeffersonHealthStroke supportGroupandalsohavein-personsupport.Reservationsarerecommended,but walk-insarewelcome.Formoreinformation, call(302)440-4866.

Alzheimer’sCaregiversMeeting— AmeetingforAlzheimer’scaregiversisheldthefirst andthirdThursdaysofeverymonthatthe OceanViewCHEERCenterat1p.m.The meetings lastforuptotwohours.

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

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

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

Biliards atIRSeniorCenter— TheIndian RiverSeniorCenterhostsabilliards8-Ball LeagueonMondaysandTuesdaysat8:30 a.m.,anditsbilliardsScotsDoublesLeague onThursdaysat9a.m.forseniorcenter members.

Tai-ChiatIRSeniorCenter— TheIndian RiverSeniorCenterhostsTaiChiat10a.m. onMondaysforseniorcentermembers.

SeniorStrength&BalanceatIRSC— The IndianRiverSeniorCenterhostsSenior Strength&BalanceonMondaysat1:30p.m. and Fridaysat10a.m.forseniorcenter members.

LaBlastFitnessatIRSC— TheIndianRiver SeniorCenterhostsLaBlastFitnessonMon-

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Bravo,grads! IRHSClassof2025graduatesintotheworld

ByLauraWalter StaffReporter

Underabalmy,redsunsetonJune3, theIndianRiverHighSchoolClassof 2025tooktheirfinalstepsacrossthe stageandreceivedtheirdiplomas.

Thestadiumwaspackedwith friends,familyandlovedonesasIndian RiverSchoolDistrictSuperintendent JayOwenscertifiedthatthe244seniorshadcompletedtheircourseof studytograduate.

“Collectively,thisclasshashada standardforunity,spirit,hardwork, serviceandconcernforothers,”said PrincipalMichaelWilliams.

IRHSaimstoprovideasafeenvironmenttoteachacademicsandcritical thinkingskillstotackleourglobalsociety.

“Asmuchasanyclassinhistory,the Classof2025hasadvancedthismissionofourschoolandembodiedits

highestvalues.Youhavesucceededdue toyourhardworkandsupportofyour families,”Williamssaid.

“Westandonamountainofaccomplishments—andtomorrow,weleave themallbehindus,”saidValedictorian EvanForjan.“Thatmountainisgreat, indeed,forwehaveaccomplisheda greatmanythingsthesepastfouryears —featsofacademics,athleticism,musicianship,humanityandcompassion. Theseachievementshaveshapedus, theyhaveshapedourschool,and,startingtomorrow,theywillshapethe world.”

“Keepinmindthatmanyofourpolitical,entrepreneurialandsocialheroes andleadersstartedtheirlivesasanaverageperson—justoneofyouand me,”saidSalutatorianAshlyBenavides Lagunas.“Toleavealegac yandachieve greatnessisnotjustaboutmoneyor recognition,it’stoleavethosewith whomyou’vecrossedpathswithalittle

morehappinessorhope.…Theseare legacies.”

“Weenteredhighschoolinuncertaintimes,andweareleavingintimes nolessuncertain,butthedifferenceis weareready,”saidClassPresident ZerkyahYarbrough.“Itissoimportant thatwebethechangewewanttosee. Beingachangewhenforceshave workedagainstus,silencedusandeven triedtoremoveusfrom history—our storyisnotonetobeforgotten,butone tobeheardcenturiesfromnow.Wewill berememberedasthegeneration… whofoughtforwhatisrightandcontinuetofight.Silenceonlymakesus weaker,buttogether,wearestronger.”

Selectchoirmemberssanganacappellaversionof“ThePartingGlass,”a traditionalScottishfarewellattheend offriendlygatherings.Therewasalsoa momentofsilenceinmemoryof Mason Haro,whowouldhavegraduatedwiththeIRHSClassof2025.

Ofthegraduatingclass,about75 percentareheadedtowardcollege, about10percenttotradeschools,about 12percenttotheworkforce,andseven peopletothearmedforces.Overall, theyacceptedatleast$5millionin scholarships,andtheywereofferedat least$13millioninawards.

Thisyear,85studentsearnedthe Superintendent’sAwardformaintaininga4.0orhigherGPA.Aspecial milestone,14studentsfrom theschool district’sfirstcohortofSpanishImmersionstudentscompletedapathwaythey beganaskindergartenersinthefallof 2012.

AsteacherJeffBuntingcalledeach student’snametocrossthestage,he said,“Theseareallexperiencesthat youtakewithyou,andI’mlookingat younowasthisportionofyourlife ends.There’snolookingback,butyou havenothingbutthefuturetolook forwardto.”

CoastalPointphotos•LauraWalter IRHSstudents,theirfamiliesandfriends gatheredtocelebratetheirgraduation fromhighschoolduringtheannualceremonyonthefootballfieldonTuesday, June3.Theweatherprovidedabeautiful dayfortheevent.

Donations will be accepted in the library on Tuesdays from 2—4 pm.

Please note that some of our programs have limited in-person seating Visit our website or call the library to register & learn more about our events!

The library is MUCH more than just books! We have a variety of fun, free programs & resources that are available to ALL, regardless if they have a library card!

Check out what the li brary has to of fer you: Live Online Author Talks with the LSC Enjoy a range of talks from bestselling authors & thought leaders. Participate in live talks or watch past talks for FREE from the comfort of home. Newspapers.com

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Kanopy & Hoopla

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Libby

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Library of Things

The 'Delaware Library of Things' is a collection of fun & useful gadgets, tools, games, & equipment you can check out with your Delaware Library card! Check out puzzles, household tools, games, Wi-Fi hotspots, & more! Visit https://lib.de.us/things/ to see what's available!

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Mon. 10 am - 12 pm • Tue. 12 - 2 pm Fri. 12 - 2 pm

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43 Kent Avenue, Bethany Beach

daysat2:15p.m.forseniorcentermembers. YogaatIRSC— TheIndianRiverSeniorCenter hostsyogaat9a.m.onTuesdaysandThursdaysforseniorcentermembers.

ZumbaatIRSeniorCenter— TheIndian RiverSeniorCenterhostsZumbaat11a.m. onFridaysforseniorcentermembers.

Hobby/Craft

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

CoffeeandCarsCruiseIn— St. George’sUnitedMethodistChurchand theGhostRydersCarClubarehostinga cruise-inatthechurchthesecondand fourthFridayofeachmonth.ThisoperatesfromAprilthroughOctober.There willbecoffee,donutsandfellowship.For moreinformation,callMikeStramellaat (410)419-1843.

R adioOperators— AnyHamradiooperator,orpeoplewantingtomeetandgreet others,cangettogetherattheMillsboro PizzaKingonThursdaysat8:30a.m.The ARRLSectionManagerusuallyattends. Formoreinformation,contactJack Magaratk8uyc80@gmail.com.

PenPalProgram— ThankstoapartnershipbetweenSouthCoastalLibrary,Kent

CountyLibraryandWellingtonCityLibraries,youcannowcommunicateby letterwithaNewZealander.Thisisafun waytolearnaboutan othercountryand makeanewfriend.Allinternational postageishandled,andyoucanbringin andpickupyourlettersatthelibrary.For moreinformationandregistration,visit themat delawarelibraries.libcal.com/event/11366 626orcall(302)858-5518.

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

Music

MusicJam— St.MatthewsBytheSea UnitedMethodistChurchishostinga MusicJamonthefirstandthirdFridays ofthemonthat4p.m.Alllevelsarewelcome.

Women’sACapellaChorus— Achapter ofSweetAdelinesInternationalInc.holds rehearsalseveryMondayeveningfrom6 to8p.m.intheOceanPines(Md.)CommunityCenter.Theyarelookingforladies wholovetosing.Memberscomefrom MarylandandDe laware.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 themonlineatdelaware seasiderailroadclub.com.

Dinker-IrvinMuseum— TheBethany BeachMuseumatDinker-IrvinCottageis opentothepublicMonday,Wednesdayand Friday,from11a.m.to1p.m.duringsummer.Privatetoursareavailablebyappointment.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.VariousrailroadandTownartifactsdatingbacktotheearliestagriculturaldaysof thetownareondisplay,alongwithpolice memorabiliathroughthelate20thCentury. Themuseumislocatedat6RailroadAvenue.Admissionisfree.Formoreinformation,visitthemonlineat selbyville.delaw are.gov.

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

NanticokeIndianMuseum— TheNanticokeIndianMuseumistheonlyNative AmericanmuseuminDelaware,andis listedintheNationalRegisterofHistoric

Beach&BayCottageTourSneakPeek

Aprescriptionforthegenerations

(Editor’snote:Thisisthefifthina seriesofpreviewsofthe10homesthat willbeondisplayduringthe33rd Beach&BayCottageTourtobeheld virtuallyJuly13throughAug.3and, forsevenpreselectedhomes,in-person onJuly23andJuly24.)

ThisrecentlyrenovatedBethany Beachhouserepresentsaprescriptionforcombiningformwithfunctionbyaddingtheextraspacethat thegrowingfamilyneeded,while retainingitsclassicshingled-cottagecharm.

Thestylized“RX”housesign nearthefrontentryproudlyreferencestheowner’sgrandfather,a D. C.-areasurgeon.Heboughtthe lotmorethan60yearsagofor $4,500andbuiltthehousein1969 for$28,000.It’sremainedinthe familyeversinceasafavoritesummerretreat.

Aninitialupdatebytheowners in2009wasfollowedbyamajor renovationin2023toaccommodate theshiftfromvacationhometo primaryresidence.Theadditionof just5feetcreatedalarger,more comfortable,open-conceptliving spacefortheirextended-family gatherings.Thesecond-floorfront screenedporchwasenclosedwith wrap-aroundwindowstobringin naturallightfromthreedirections, andalargescreenedporchwith fireplacewasaddedtotherearof thehouse.

Aserene,neutralstylepermeates thehome,withwhiteoakshiplap accentsandnaturalstoneelements addingdepthandcharacter.Asur-

Besuretosee:

■ Whiteoakshiplapthatsurroundsthe livingroomfireplace,mimickingtheoriginal housepaneling

■ Newwhiteoakrailingsandstairtreads thatmatchtheflooring

prisecontrastcanbefoundinthe distinctivelymodernfirst-floor powderroom,withblackmatte shiplapwallsandaBulgarianterrazzoutilitysink.

Thisisjustoneoftheproperties thatwillbeviewedbythosewho purchaseticketsforthe33rdBeach &BayCottageTour.Thisweek’s home,likeall10homesonthe 2025tour,willbeavailabletobe seenvirtuallybyholdersofboth ComboandVirtualtickets.Eachof the10homeswillfeatureaprofessionallyproducedvideowhichwill offerTourpatronsanopportunity tovieweachhomeasoftenasthey wantfromanywhereduringthe three-weekvirtualtourperiod.Specialfeaturesincludebird’s-eye dronevideofootageandtheability toviewtheTouronanyinternetenableddevice.

The33rdBeach&BayCottage TourisbeingpresentedbyLeslie KoppandTheLeslieKoppGroup, andthishomeisalsosponsoredby PlatinumSponsorBuilderGarth Enterprises. Comboticketscost$50,and Virtual-onlyticketscost$35.

Comboticketsarelimitedandmay beusedeitherdayofthetour,with asingleentrypermittedtoeach home.Topurchaseticketsorfor moreinformation,visittheCottage Tour’swebsiteatbeachandbay-

cottagetour.com.

TheCottageTourisproducedby theFriendsoftheSouthCoastal Library.Allnetproceedsdirectly benefitthelibrary’soperations.

SeasideCraftShowwillbeheldonthe boardwalk,Bandstandarea,GarfieldParkway,HollywoodStreetandParkwoodStreet from10a.m.to4:30p.m.Therewillbe morethan100juriedartisans,andTheJoe BaioneTriowillperformjazzstandards from11a.m.to3p.m.ontheBandstand. Theshowisrainorshine.

June7-8

SeaGlass&CoastalArtsFestival— The LewesHistoricalSocietywillcelebrateits 18thAnnualSeaGlass&CoastalArtsFestivalfrom9a.m.to4p.m.,rainorshin e, attheSociety’sShipcarpenterStreetcampus.Therewillbeanarrayofactivitiesand morethan70talentedartistsdisplaying theirworks.

June9

GetCrafty!— Unleashyourcreativitywith

theSouthCoastalLibraryinthisrelaxing andfunDIYcraftingprogram,at2p.m. Projectsrangeindifficultyandtimecommitment.Choosefromabeach-themed woodensign,macramekeychain,anartificialsucculentcraft,assortedleftover crafts,oranadultcoloringstation .Registrationishelpfulandavailableat https://southcoastal.lib.de.usorbycalling 302-858-5518,butalsofeelfreetojust dropinanytimebetween2-4p.m.Free, forages14-plus.HostedbytheSouth CoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue,Bethany Beach,DE19930

StorytimeonParsonsFarm— JoinFrankfordPublicLibraryat11a.m.forstorytelling,songs,andcraftsatParsonsFarm FreshCafe.ThisStorytimeisopentoall ages.Anycancellationswillbepostedon theFr ankfordPublicLibrary'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@FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagra m@frankfordlibrary.

June10

SwingDanceClass:Part3of3— Join danceinstructor,JohnBrillantes,forafun andfreeinstructionaldanceseriesat SouthCoastalLibraryat10a.m.ThisserieswillfocusonEastCoastSwingDance. Each90-minuteclasswillbuildoff-ofthe previousone,soitisbesttoattendall threedatesifpossible:June3,6and10. Bringyourdancepartner,orwewilldoour besttopairwithyouanothersinglepatron attheclass.Wearleather-soledshoe s. Registrationisrecommendedandavailable athttps://southcoastal.lib.de.usorbycalling302-858-5518.Walk-in'sacceptedif spaceallows.HostedbytheSouthCoastal Library,43KentAvenue,BethanyBeach, DE19930

PAWSforReading— Well-trainedteamsof dogs&ownersprovideasupportiveand

funwayforkidstogainconfidencein readingaloudatSouthCoastalLibraryat4 p.m.!Childrenreadfor15minutesand maybringtheirownbookiftheywish. Ages5-plus.Mu stcall(302)858-5518to register.HostedbytheSouthCoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue,BethanyBeach,DE 19930https://southcoastal.lib.de.us FeelingsRock— JoinFrankfordPublicLibraryandMs.Taylorat10:30a.m.fora 30-minutemusicandmovementclassfor childrenagedbirthto5years.StoryTime iscurrentlyheldinthelibrary.Registration isrequired.Youcansignuponlinebyvisitingusatfrankford.lib.de.us.orCall302732-9351.PleasefindusonFac ebook @FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram @frankfordlibrary.

AdultCraft:WatercolorBookmarks— ArtistMicheleCranewillshowushowto paintwatercolorbookmarksatFrankford PublicLibraryat3p.m.—theperfectgift forthereaderinyourlife!Makeacouple foryourselfandonetodonatetothelibraryforitsfundraiser.Call302-7329351orvisitusonlineat frankford.lib.de.us.FindusonFB@FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram@frankfordlibrary.

June11

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

FeelingsRock!— FeelingsRockisamusic, movement,and moreprogramdesignedto helpchildrenunderage5andtheirfami-

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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.cbs class.org.

CommunityBibleStudy— Community BibleStudy,focusingontheBookof Matthew,willmeeteveryThursdayat MarinersBethelintheFellowshipHall from6:30to8:30p.m.Toregister,go onlinetobethanybeacheve.cbsclass.org. MenofFaith— SalemChurchinSelbyvillehostsMenofChristMealsonthe thirdWednesdayofeachmonthfrom5to 7p.m.TherewillbeanItalian-styledinner,drinksanddesserts.Thisisfree,and bothdine-inandcarry-outareavailable BibleStudy— SalemChurchinSelbyville ishostingBiblestudyeveryThursdayat 10a.m.

liesworkthrougheverydayemotions,at SouthCoastalLibraryat10:30a.m.Free, noregistrationrequiredbutparents/caregiversmustaccompanychildren.Hostedby theSouthCoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue, BethanyBeach,DE19930,302-858-5518, https://southcoastal.lib.de.us

TrueCrimeClub— Shareyourtheories, knowledge,andmemoriesoftruecrime caseswithfellowtruecrimeenthusiastsat SouthCoastalLibraryat2p.m.Ateach 90-minutemeeting,theclub willexplorea particulartruecrimecase.Thismonth, we'lldiscussthemurderoftheListfamily. Suggestedread(notrequired):DeathSentence:InsidetheStoryoftheJohnList MurdersbyJoeSharkeyFree,forages18plus.Registrationisencouragedandavailableathttps://southcoastal.lib.de.usorby calling302-858-5518.Walk-insaccepted ifspaceallows.HostedbytheSouth CoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue,Bethany Beach,DE19930

MahjongOpenPlay— Frankf ordPublicLibrary’sMahjonggroupplaysWednesdays at1p.mforcasualplay.Registrationisnot required,butpriorplayingexperienceis preferred.Call302-732-9351orvisitus onlineatfrankford.lib.de.us.FindusonFB @FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram @frankfordlibrary.

ForeignStudentSafetySeminar— The TownofBethanyBeachisholdingitsForeignStudentSafetySeminaratSt.Ann CatholicChurchfromnoonto2p.m.This willhelpforeignstudentswi ththeMariners BethelBikeLoanProgram,localbanks, pedestrianandbicyclesafetyawareness andeducation,beachsafetywithlifeguards,ameet&greetwithfirstresponders,DARTbuspassesandfreegiveaways. Lunchwillbeprovided.Formoreinformation,contactChiefPatrickFoleyat(302) 539-1000.

June11-14

BookSale— SalemChurchisholdingafourdaybooksale.Thehourswillbenoonto6 p.m.onJune11;10a.m.to8p.m.onJune 12;10a.m.to5p.m.onJune13;and,9a.m. to 2p.m.onJune14.

June12

SummerBibleStudy— Salemchurchwill beholdingaweeklySummerBibleStudyat 10a.m.TheywillbestudyingMaxLucado’sLifeLessonsfromJames.Participantsmaypurchasetheirownbook. FreeWrite— TheRehobothBeachWriters Guild(RBWG)hostsaweeklytwo-hour FreeWritesessionattheSouthCoastalLibraryat10:30a.m.Participantsage18plusofALLskilllevelswillpractice creativewritinginafriendlyandnurturing atmosphe re.(Inpersonparticipationonly.) Free,registeratsouthcoastal.lib.de.usor bycalling302-858-5518.Walk-insacceptedifspaceallows.Hostedbythe SouthCoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue, BethanyBeach,DE19930

CookingbytheBook— Eachmonth,participantsinthiscookbookclubwillchoose arecipefromthesamecookbookandthen makeandbringinthedishtosharewith thegroup.HeldatSouthCoastalLibraryat

UsedbooksfindanewhomeinTheBookAttic

ByGraceBennett PointIntern

BethanyBeachBooksownerJackie InmanBurnsrecentlyexpandedher localliteraryofferingsbeyondBethany Beachwiththeopeningofherthird bookstore,justwestofFenwickIsland: TheBookAttic.

Burns’storefor“gently-used”booksis locateddirectlyabovetheheadquarters ofhersubscription-basedbookservice, TheBookDrop.Thenewstorelivesup toitsname,astheattic-likespaceprovidesacozyandinvitingatmospherefor readerswithinthecommunitytoshop forsecondhandfinds.SinceitsribboncuttingceremonyonMay9,TheBook Attichasdrawnreadersintostopby andtakeinitscharmandcommunitydrivenmission.

TheinspirationforTheBookAttic cameduringtheCOVID-19pandemic, Burnssaid,whenshesawpotentialinan unusedupstairsspaceatTheBook Drop’slocation.

“WehaveBethanyBeachBooks, whichsellsallnewbooks,andTheBook Drop,oursubscriptionbox,opened10 yearsago,”Burnssaid.“DuringCOVID, weopenedthatlocationinWestFenwick,anduponstaffingandmanagers’ suggestions,wedecidedtodosomething withthespace.Wewantedtocreate somethingthatcomplementedourother twolocationswhileofferingaunique andmorerelaxedbookstoreexperience, sowethoughtagently-usedbookstore wasaniceadditiontothecommunity.”

Burns’visionwasforTheBookAttic tocreateitsuniqueniche—offering pre-ownedbooksandotherone-of-akinditems,all whilecomplementing Burns’existingstores.

TheBookAtticalsofeaturessmall antiquesandpre-ownedfurniture,

CoastalPoint•Submitted BethanyBeachBooksownerJackie InmanBurnsrecentlyopenedTheBook AtticinFenwickIsland.Thestoreoffers secondhandbooksandotherreading materials.Theshopislocatedupstairs fromTheBookDrop.

addingcharmtothespace.

“Wehavesomebeautifulpiecesthat areforsale,makingitalittlemorespecial,”Burnssaid.

Beyonditbeingaused-bookstore, Burnshopestoturntheshopintoaspot forreaderstogatherforlocalevents.

“Wecreatedthisspacetohostmore intimateevents,specialauthorspotlights,writers’workshops,aswellas bookclubsinthesummertime.We’ll alsohavepuzzlenights,craftnights,and spaceforspecialreadingsorclub events.”

Sheplanstoreleaseadetailedevent scheduleforthefallbylateAugust, invitinglocalsandvisitorstothecommunitytostopby,browsethroughthe booksandtakepartintheirevents.UnlikethebustlingBethanyBeachBooks locationindowntownBethany,The BookAttic’srelaxedsettingcallsforan intimatecommunityofreaderstoconnectwithnotonlythebooksbutoneanother.

Burnssharedthatoneofthemostexcitingaspectsofthislocationisitsrole increatingasustainable“full-circle”experience,fromnewbooksatBethany BeachBooksandTheBookDroptorehomingbooksthroughTheBookAttic.

“I’mexcitedtoexperiencefirsthand thatwe’llbeabletocompleteafullcircle ofbooks,”Burnssaid.“Wehavenew booksatBethanyBeachBooks,oursub-

Photo by Stephen Pryce Lea

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TheMeoliCompaniesholdsribbon-cuttingfornewMcDonald’sinClarksville

BySusanCanfora StaffReporter

Theownerofthearea’s 27thMcDonald’srestaurant, joiningdignitariesthisweek forthenewrestaurant’s groundbreakinginClarksville infrontofHocker’sSuper Center,saidhechosethelocation—settoopenaround October—because,“I’vegot ketchupinmyveins,andI’m fiercelyloyal.”

“Peoplealwaysaskme, ‘WhytheClarksville,Millville,OceanViewarea?’” MikeMeoli,ownerofthe MeoliCompanies,said.“My answeris,‘Whynot?Have youseenwhat’shappening alongtheRoute26corridor?’ We’vebeenlookingforthe rightsitefor10years,and I’mconvincedthisisthe place.Weliveinthecommunity.Wereinvestinthecommunity.Thisprojectis openingdoors,forjobopportunities,fornewcareers.We liveforthosespecial,feel-goodMcDonald’smomentsthateveryone loves.”

Dignitariesusingcommemorativeshovelsandwearinghardhatsofficiallybreakgroundandkickoff construction.Picturedare:MillvilleTownCouncilMemberBobWisgirda;JimSchaffer,VPofthe MeoliCompanies;DeborahSosnoski,secretaryfortheTownofMillville;LaurenWeaver,executivedirectoroftheBethany-FenwickAreaChamberofCommerce;stateSen.GeraldHocker,KelliMeoli; Mike Meoli,owner/operatoroftheMeoliCompanies;stateRep.RonaldGray;andOceanViewTown CouncilMemberColleenTwardzik.

restaurantat35010AtlanticAvenue (Route26).

HesignedadealwithHocker’sto buildthenew4,500-square-foot

“It’sgoingtobeaHardiePlank sidingbuildingwithadrive-through —astandardMcDonald’s,”Meoli

hadtoldtheCoastalPointinApril. “Itisgoingtobejusttotheeastof theparkinglot,infrontofwherethe carwashisatHocker’s.Wehave beenlookingatthatareaalong Route26probablyforthepast12 years.

“Youhavetofindasite.It’simportanttohavetherightamountof rooftopsorhomes,therightintersection.Weprefersomethingveryclose toatrafficlight,andwealwaysconsidertheimpactonotherMcDonald’s,becausethereisoneinSouth BethanyandthereisoneinFenwick andinMillsboro,soyouhavetolook atthat,”Meolisaid.

McDonald’scorporationhas

“planstoopenanumberof newMcDonald’srestaurants bytheendof2029throughoutthecountry,”hesaid,but nomoreareplannedfor lowerSussexCountyatthis time.

“Iexpectthisonein Clarksvilletobeaverygood restaurantinawonderful area.Iamreallylookingforwardtoitopening,”hesaid.

“Thiseventsignifiesmore thanjustconstruction.Itcelebratesjobcreation,economicvitalityandTheMeoli Companies’commitmentto servingthegrowingcommunitiesofSussexCounty,” companyrepresentativessaid inannouncingthegroundbreaking.About60jobswill beavailableoncethenew businessopens.

JoiningMeoliattheMay 29groundbreakingwerestate Sen.GeraldHocker(R20th),stateRep.RonGray (R-38th),SussexCounty CouncilPresidentDoug H udsonandBethany-FenwickArea ChamberofCommerceExecutive DirectorLaurenWeaver,who— wearinghardhatsandholdingcommemorativeshovels—brokeground ontheproject.

TheMeoliCompanies,basedin RehobothBeach,isalicensedMcDonald’sfranchiseewithlocationsin DelawareandMaryland,andrecent expansionintoVirginiawiththeacquisitionof11McDonald’srestaurantsinNorfolk,increasingthe organization’sportfolioto38total restaurants.TheMeoliCompanies alsoownsTruByHiltoninOcean City,Md.,andSpringHillSuitesin Frederica.

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scriptionboxwithTheBookDrop,and nowourgently-usedstore,BookAttic.”

Thiscyclepromotesnotonlysustainabilitybutalsocreatesrelationshipswith thecommunity.

Takingthecommunityconnection evenfurther,Burnsexplainedthatshe hasplanstoinvolvelocalcharitiesin TheBookAttic’smission.They’llbe hand-picking12localcharitiesannually, featuringoneeachmonth,anddonating partoftheirproceedsandsalestothe charitythattheyarepromotingthat month.

“It’sanicewayforustogivebackto thecommunity,aswelovetodo,”she said.“Charitiesarealsomorethanwelcometoreachoutorsubmitarequestto beourmonthlycharity.”

PartofthevisionfortheAtticspace wastocreatesomethingcompletelyrecycledandunlikeanythingelse.Burns attributestheresultingdecoratedspace totheexcitementofherstaffandmanagementteam.

“Wewereabletotakedifferentbookshelvesfromallovertheplace,”Burns said.“Ourstaffgotinvolvedwithpaintingandcreatingamazingartwork,like wallpapermadefromoldbookpages. Prettymucheverythinginthestoreis forsale,fromantiquefurnituretodécor, allsourcedlocally.”

Nearlyamonthsinceitsgrandopening,TheBookAtticisalreadyapopular additiontoBurns’existingstores.

“I’msohappytoseethatpeopleare alreadyfindingittobearelaxingplace wheretheycansitdown,”Burnssaid.“A familywillcomeup—themombrowsingandthekidsatatable,flipping throughourchildren’sbooks.Itprovides amorerelaxedvibe,versusBethany BeachBooks,where,asthesummer kicksoff,thecrowdswillcreatelimited seatingthere.”

Lookingahead,Burnssaidsheisexcitedtoseehowthestore’srolewillfitin withthecommunity.

“Wehavesomanyexcitingplans,and Ican’twaittoseehowitallcomestogether,”shesaid.

BookloverscanfindTheBookAttic at38017FenwickShoalsBoulevard, SuiteA,Selbyville,justoffRoute54. ThestoreisopenSundaythrough Thursdayfrom9a.m.to4p.m.,withextendedhoursonFridayandSaturday from9a.m.to7p.m.Forupdates,follow themonInstagramat @thebookattic_de.

Burnsinvitedeveryonetostopby TheBookAtticandseewhatithasto offer.

CoastalPoint•Submitted TheBookAtticcreatesafriendly ambianceforcustomerstoperuse theirofferings.

1p.m.Participantsareencouragedtodiscusscooking,recipes(andhowtoimprove them,)aswellasthebookitself.This month,wewillbesharingfoodsfromMy GreekTablebyDianeKochilas,whichis availableforcheckout(whilesupplieslast,) oryoumaylookatacopyinthelibrary. Participantsareencouragedtobringtheir ownTupperwaretotakehomeleftovers. Free,forages18-plus.Registerat www.southcoastal.lib.de.usorbycallin g 302-858-5518.Walk-insacceptedifspace allows.HostedbytheSouthCoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue,BethanyBeach,DE 19930

TracingYourHeritage— Lookingtotrace yourroots?Notsurehowtogetstarted? RegisterforSouthCoastalLibrary’sfree 90-minutebeginner’sgenealogyworkshop at2p.m.NancyN,willwalkyouthrough gettingstartedwithancestryinasmall groupsetting.Participantscanexpectpersonalizedgenealogyassistanceandshould bringatleas t3surnamestoresearch.Feel freetobringyourownlaptop/tablet,oruse theonesprovided.Searchingwillinclude onlyU.S.databases.Registrationislimited andrequired,andopensat2p.m.onMay 30atwww.southcoastal.lib.de.usorby calling302-858-5518.Hostedbythe SouthCoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue, BethanyBeach,DE19930

BabyBees— JoinFrankfordPublicLibrary onThursdaysat11a.m.foraBabyBees StoryTimeforchildren,ages0to3.Stories,songs,an dinteractiveplaypromote earlyliteracyandengagementwithother 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 uso nFB@FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram@frankfordlibrary.

VideoGameNight— Comehangoutand playsomevideogamesatFrankfordPublic Libraryat5p.m.We'vegotPS5,Nintendo Switch,andRetroConsoles.Ages12and up.Parentsarewelcometoplayaswell! RegistrationRequired.Call302-7329351 orvisitusonlineatfrankford.lib.de.us. FindusonFB@FrankfordPublicLibraryand Instagram@frankfordlibrary.

June13

Concert:SingersofNote— JointheSouth CoastalLibraryat3p.m.forafreeandfun concertwithTheSingersofNote,theSATB chorusgroupoftheSouthCoastalDE AARPChapter.Theywillbeperforminga varietyofshowtunes,songsaboutmusical performance,spiritualsandaselectionof othermusicincludingawhimsicalnumber calledColdandFugueSeason.Free,registrationisappreciatedandavailableat www.southcoastal.lib.de.usorbycalling 302-858-5518.Walk-insacceptedifspace allows.HostedbytheS outhCoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue,BethanyBeach,DE 19930

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Listings!

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 Eooring 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/ Dtness centers, and bocce courts. HOA also includes snow removal, trash, mulching, sprinkler systems and basic landscaping.

Call Betsey Parrett (c) 302-462-5627

8230 Woods Edge Cir, Milford •

$555,000

5BR, 4.5BA home in the quiet cul-de-sac of Argo Farms. A rst oor primary BR featuring an en-suite bath. Upstairs, you'll nd three large BRs with two Jackand-Jill BAs. Kitchen has ample cabinet space and a breakfast bar. The formal dining room has a little pantry area between the kitchen & the dining room & plenty of counter. The nished basement has a family room, a fth BR, and a full BA. Offers plenty of storage and a walkout to the backyard. The fenced yard features a deck plus a shed for extra storage. 2-car garage provides additional parking and storage. Home offers plenty of outdoor space and privacy. Located just 30 minutes from Delaware beaches.

Call Sherry Ternahan (c) 302-745-2273

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 Eooring 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

Ternahan (c) 302-745-2273

Animportantpartofhislifewas hisserviceintheU.S.AirForcefrom 1956to1959,acommitmenthetook onimmediatelyaftergraduatinghigh school.

Inhisleisuretime,Wichmannwas deeplycommittedtogivingbackto hiscommunity.Followinghisretirement,hedevotedover40hourseach weektotheOceanViewPoliceDepartment,spendingamajorityofhis timeintheradioroom,answering callsandcontributingtothesafetyof thetown.Hewaswell-acquainted withlawenforcement,havingserved aspolicecommissionerinParkRidge, N.J.,aswellasholdingtheroleof OceanViewtowncouncilmanfor severalyears.Hisenduringimpacton thecommunitywillberemembered fondly.

Hewasadedicatedfather,often seenonthesidelinesenthusiastically cheeringforhischildren,whether theywereplayingfootball,basketball, baseballorsoftball.Hespentcountlesshourswithhissons“rebuilding” carsorteachingthemthe“trickofthe trade.”Inlateryears,heremaineda steadfastpresenceinthestands, proudlycheeringonhisgrandchildren andrevelingintheroleoftheir biggestfan.Hehadtheproudhonor

andgreatprivilegeof“tappingout” hisgrandson,Hayden,afterHayden graduatedbasictrainingintheAir Force.

Wichmannwasprecededindeath byhislovingwifeof53years,Betty. Heissurvivedbyhischildren:Karen Scarangellaandherhusband, Thomas,ofMilford,Del.;William “Chuck”Wichmannandhiswife, Micki,ofOwasso,Okla.;James Wichmannandhiswife,Michele,of WashingtonTownship,N.J.;Jeffery Wichmannandhiswife,Paula,of Millersville,Md.;andMaryJoParada ofMorrisville,Pa.Heisalsosurvived byhisbrother-in-law,JerryKline. Wichmannleavesalegacyof14 grandchildrenandfourgreat-grandchildren.

Afuneralservicewillbeheldon Friday,June6,2025,atWatsonFuneralHome&Crematorium,211S. WashingtonStreet,Millsboro,Del.,at 11:30a.m.,withaviewingfrom10to 11:30a.m.priortothestartofthe service.Intermentwillbeheldat DelawareVeteransMemorialCemeteryinMillsboro,Del.,immediately followingtheservice.Inlieuofflowers,thefamilysuggestedmemorial contributionstoFraternalOrderof PoliceLodge16,P.O.Box966, BethanyBeach,DE19930,wherehe wasanassociatemember.Hislifememorialwebpageisat www.watsonfh.com.

BruceE.Layton,73

BruceE.Layton,73,lovinghusband,fatherandgrandfather,passed awayonMonday,June2,2025.Born toElmerC.LaytonandVirginiaL. ArcheronMarch29,1952,hewasa socialandfriendlyguy,especially withhisMcDonald’sbuddies,andled areligious-focusedlife.

HemarriedArleneKnoxonMay 11,1974,andhadthreechildren: Brian,whowasbornonhisbirthday, andtwinsBrooksandAmy.Together theyservedtheLordatOceanView ChurchofChrist.Hewasbaptizedin Aprilof1973.Inthe1970s,hebegan teachingyouthandadultSundayschool,whichhedidfor41years.

Healsoservedasadeacon,song leaderandsuperintendent,andplayed drumsinthechurch’spraiseband.It wasajoyforhimtoserveandtake communiontothosewhocouldnot attendchurchservices.Hewasa faithfulservantandstudentwho lovedtheWordofGodandwaswillingtosharethegospelwithothers. “WewerehonoredthatGodgave himtous,”hisfamilysaid.

HewaspartofIndianRiverHigh School’sgraduatingclassin1970and agraduateofControlDataInstitute. Hiscivicdutiesincludeservingon thetowncouncilforbothMillville andOceanView.Hewastheproud ownerandpresidentofLaytonMort-

gage.Hewasarenowneddrummer withmanylocalbands,suchas Strawberry&Bananas,TheShady SideandAlmeada,whichplayedat manylocalfirecompaniesandcanteens.Hewasalwaystappinghisfingersandhandstohisrock-n-roll music.

HisservantheartwasforLower SussexLittleLeague,asaboard memberformorethan30yearsand laterpresidentoftheleaguefor21 years.Hehelpedinitiateandcoordinate,incollaborationwithMartin Donovan,DelawareDistrict3hostingofboththeSeniorandBig LeagueSoftballWorldSeriesforLittleLeagueatLowerSussex.

Duringhistenureaspresident,he andtheboardexpandedtheLower SussexLittleLeaguecomplex,which waschosenasthehostoftheSenior andBigLeagueSoftballWorldSeriesbecauseitisapremierLittle LeaguecomplexontheEastCoastof theUnitedStates.TheSeniorLeague SoftballWorldSeriestournament continuestoflourish,havingaremarkableeconomicimpacttoSussex County.Recentlyhisgranddaughter, Mia,playedanAll-Stargameon BruceLaytonField,whichisthe chosenfieldfortheWorldSeriesand championshipgames.

Inaddition,hewasontheBoard ofDirectorsfortheneighboringPyle Center,whichhasavisionfora YMCAfacilitythatwouldinclude buildingpoolsfortheIndianRiver HighSchoolswimteamandcommunity.

Laytonwasprecededindeathby hisparents,ElmerC.Laytonand VirginiaL.Archer;father-in-law GeorgeW.Knox;mother-in-law MarieKnox;sister-in-lawJudithD. Warrington;andbrothers-in-law WilliamB.WarringtonJr.and CharlesP.TownsendJr.Thoseleftto cherishhismemoryincludehiswife of51years,Arlene;childrenBrian Layton(andLisa),BrooksLayton (andChristy)andAmyKernodle (andWil);twogranddaughters,KatlynMoore andMiaMarieKernodle; hisbrotherA.J.Lathbury(andKelley);sister-in-lawMaryJane Townsend;andbrother-in-lawRoger G.Knox(andSue).

Avisitationwillbeheldfrom11 a.m.to1p.m.onSunday,June8, 2025,attheOceanViewChapelof MelsonFuneralServices,38040 MuddyNeckRoad,OceanView, Del.,wherethefuneralservicewill beginat1p.m.Intermentwillfollow atMariner’sBethelCemeteryin OceanView.Thefamilyhasrequestedthatanyonewishingtomake amemorialcontributionkindlyconsiderdonating,inhisname,toLower SussexLittleLeagueatP.O.Box320, OceanView,DE19970.

FrankfordPublicLibraryat5p.m.fortheir summerreadingkick-offpartyinthelibrary!Therewillbedoorprizes,food, games,andregistrationforsummerreading,sobringyourwholefamily.Call302732-9351orvisitusonlineat frankford.lib.de.us.FindusonFB@FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram@frankfordlibrary.

June14

Pop-UpBookSale— StopbySouthCoastal Libraryat10a.m.foratwo-hourpop-up booksale!Findgreatbooksforgreatprices! Previo usbestsellers,cookbooks,beach reads,children'smaterials&more!SponsoredbytheFriendsoftheSouthCoastal Library.Helpsupportyourlocallibrary! SouthCoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue, BethanyBeach,DE19930www.southcoastal.lib.de.us

LEGOClub— Letyourchild'simaginationrun wildatLEGOClub,atSouthCoastalLibrary at11a.m.Ateachprogram,we'llfocuson anewtheme,andLEGOsareprovided.Free, forages6-11years.Registrationisrequiredand availableathttps://southcoastal.lib.de.usorbycalling 302-858-5518.Walk-insacceptedifspace allows.HostedbytheSouthCoastalLibrary, 43KentAvenue,BethanyBeach,DE19930 STEMKits— Familiesareinvitedtostopin toFrankfordPublicLibrarytopickupafree STEMkitfromEngineerEarlywithcomplete activities,materials,andinstructions.Work withustoassembleandhavefunortake yourkithome.Recommendedforages612.Call302-732-9351orvisitu sonlineat frankford.lib.de.us.FindusonFB@FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram@frankfordlibrary.

BarbecueFundraiser— BetaSigmaPhi PreceptorOmegaChapterandDoricLodge #30A.F.&A.M.willholdabarbecue fundraiserat35476AtlanticAve.inMillville, startingat11a.m.Foracostof$15,you getabarbecuechickenplatter,coleslaw, bakedbeans,rollandadrink.Dessertswill beavailable.Proceedswillsupportlocal charities.

June16

StorytimeonParsonsFarm— JoinFrankfordPublicLibraryat11a.m.forstorytelling,songs,andcraftsatParsonsFarm FreshCafe.ThisStorytimeisopentoall ages.Anycancellationswillbepostedon theFrankfordPublicLibrary'sFacebook page.NoRegistrationisrequired.Call302732-9351orvisitusonlineat frankford.lib.de.us.FindusonFacebook @FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram @frankfordlibrary.

HooksandNeedles— JoinFrankfordPublic LibraryonMondaysat1 p.m.forafunafternoonofknittingandcrocheting.Alllevels arewelcome.Call302-732-9351orvisitus onlineatfrankford.lib.de.us.FindusonFB @FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram @frankfordlibrary.

GentleYogaFlow— JoinSarahSchaber, RYT-500certifiedyogainstructor,forafree, one-hourGentleFlowYogaclassatSouth CoastalLibraryat10:15a.m.Idealforbeginners,seniors,andanyonelookingfora slowerflowpractice.Wewilllearnbreathingt echniques,postures,andexercisesto

promoteflexibilityandstrength,balance, andrelaxation.Pleasebringayogamator towelfromhome.Theinstructoralsorecommends4-inch-deepfoamyogablocks.Ifyou areunabletogetontotheflooreasily,do notworry,wewillprovidechairs.Thereare optionsforall!Registrationopensat12 p.m.onJune9andisavailableat https://southcoastal.lib.de.usorbycalling 302-858-5518.(Onlineregistrationrecommended!) Walk-insacceptedifspaceallows. HostedbytheSouthCoastalLibrary,43 KentAvenue,BethanyBeach,DE19930 SCLTravelClub— Doyoulovetotravel? Areyouexcitedaboutsharingyourvacation experienceswithothers?Wanttofindout newtravelingtipsandtricks?JoinSouth CoastalLibraryat2p.m.foramonthly travelclubmeetingwherewediscussall thingstravelonthefirstThursdayofthe month.Eachmonthwewilldiscussadifferenttopicandsometimeswewillhave guest speakers!Thismonth,willbeanopendiscussionofpasttrips,currentplansandfuturebucket-listdestinations.Free,forages 18-plus.Lightsnacksprovided.Registration isencouragedandavailableat

https://southcoastal.lib.de.usorbycalling 302-858-5518.Walk-insacceptedifspace allows.HostedbytheSouthCoastalLibrary, 43KentAvenue,BethanyBeach,DE19930 SummerReadingKickoff— Kickoffyour summerwithSouthCoastalLibraryatthe Bet hanyBeachBandstandat7p.m.!Enjoy anexcitingjugglingperformancebyCascadingCarlos,followedbyascreeningof DogMan!FindoutwhatFREEthingsthelibraryhastoofferandsignuptoforour SummerReadingChallenge!It’stheperfect eveningforfreefamilyfun—don’tmissout! HostedbytheSouthCoastalLibrary,43 KentAvenue,BethanyBeach,DE19930

June17

RyantheBugman— JoinFrankfordPublic Libraryandthe“BugMan”at10a.m.foran excitingSummerReadingProgram!Celebratethe2025SummerReadingTheme— Colors—whilediscoveringthefascinating worldofinsects.Thisfunandeducational programfeaturesbasicentomology,amazinginsectdefensemechanisms,andbestof all,achancetosafelypetandholdlive,

harmlessbugs!Registrationisrequired.You cansignuponlinebyvisitingusatfrankford.lib.de.us.orCall302-732-9351. PleasefindusonFacebook@FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram@frankfordlibrary.

Let’sTalkGardening— Doyoulovegardeningandwanttomeetothersinyourcommunitywholovegardeningtoo?Wantto learnmoreaboutnativeplants?Gardening insandyconditions?JoinFrankfordPublic Library’sinformalgroupofgardenersor "wannabe"gardenersat10:30a.m.todiscussgardeningprojects,plantingtips,new growingconditions,etc.Wesharegardening resourcessuchasinfoaboutlocalnurseries,tipsandresourcesforvegetableand flow ergardening.Wemeetonthe1stand 3rdTuesdayat10:30am.Formoreinformationvisitfrankford.lib.de.us.orcall302732-9351.FindusonFB @FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram @frankfordlibrary.

SummerConcertSeries— DustinShowers willperformclassicandacousticrockat

HoltsLandingStateParkfrom6to8p.m. iPad&AppleUsersGroup— iPad,iPhone andotherAppledeviceusersofallskilllevels arewelcometoattendthissupportgroupat SouthCoastalLibraryat11a.m..Usersmeet todiscussnewfeatures,sharetips,andask questions.AttendinpersonorviaZoom. Registrationisrequiredandavailableat https://southcoastal.lib.de.usorbyphoneat 302-858-5518.HostedbytheSouthCoastal Library,BethanyBeach,DE.

StepBackinTime BookClub— Lovehistoricalfiction?Thisbookclubisforyou!Wewill meetatSouthCoastalLibraryat2p.m.ona selectTuesdaymostmonthstodiscussadifferenthistoricalfictionbook.Thismonthwe willdiscussTheLionWomenofTehranby MarjanKamali.Lightsnacksprovided.Registrationisappreciatedandavailableatsouthcoastal.lib.de.usorbycalling 302-858-5518.HostedbytheSouthCoastal Library,43KentAvenue,BethanyBeach,DE 19930

June18

Women’sSummerBibleStudy— Therewill beaNoHomeworkWomen’sSummerBible StudybyChristianTateon2ndStreetandthe beachinBethanyBeacheveryWednesday throughJuly30from8:30to9:45a.m.Registrationisadvisedsoyoucanbecontactedif cancelledduetoweather.Allwomenarewelcome.Toregister,calltheofficeatMariners BethelChurchat(302)539-9510orvisit marinersbethelchurchcenter.com.

WednesdayArtWonders— JoinFrankford PublicLibraryat11a.m.fora fun,freeart adventure!Childrenages3–12willexplore creativewaystopaint—nobrushesneeded! Eachchildwillgettotakehometheirown uniquemasterpiece.Registrationisrequired. Youcansignuponlinebyvisitingusatfrankford.lib.de.us.orCall302-732-9351.Please findusonFacebook@FrankfordPublicLibrary andInstagram@frankfordlibrary.

MahjongOpenPlay— FrankfordPublicLibrary’sMahjonggroupplaysWednesdaysat 1p.mforcasualplay.Regist rationisnotrequired,butpriorplayingexperienceispreferred.Call302-732-9351orvisitusonline atfrankford.lib.de.us.FindusonFB@FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram@frankfordlibrary.

SpeakerSeries:NavajoCodeTalkers— JoinFrankfordPublicLibraryat5p.m.fora compellingpresentationbyU.S.Navyveteran andNativeAmericanMaryKendall,asshe sharestheextraordinarystoryoftheNavajo CodeTalkersofWorldWarII.CodeTalkers wereNava jotribalmemberswhowererecruitedintotheMarineCorpsduringthewar becauseenemycombatantswouldnotbe ableto“crack”thelanguagetheywere speaking.Throughpowerfulstorytelling,Ms. Kendallwillshedlightontheircourage, legacy,andtheuniquerolethatlanguage playedinshapinghistory.Call302-7329351orvisitusonlineatfrankford.lib.de.us. FindusonFB@FrankfordPublicLibraryand Instagram@frankfordlibrary.

StoryTimewithGoats— JoinSo uthCoastal Libraryat10:30a.m.foramagicalStory TimeatDonna'sGoatFarm—perfectforlittleonesages5andunder!Cuddleupwith ourgentlegoats,makenewfarmfriends,and enjoystoriesthatsparkimagination.Meetat Donna'sGoatFarm:35717FarmHouse Lane,Frankford,DE.Registrationisrequired andavailableathttps://southcoastal.lib.de.us orbyphoneat302-858-5518sowecannotifyyouofchangesduetoinclementweather. SponsoredbytheSouthCoastal Libraryin BethanyBeach,DE.

HappyBookersClub— JoinRachelatSouth CoastalLibraryat2p.m.fortheirnextHappy Bookersmeeting!Thegroupmeetsonselect monthstodiscussachosenbook.Booksselectedareworksoffictionfromvariousgenresandauthors.Thismonthwewillbe discussingTheNightSwimbyMeganGoldin. Limitedcopieswillbeavailableforcheckout atthecirculationdeskstartinginMay.Registrationisrequiredandavailableat https://southcoas tal.lib.de.usorbyphoneat 302-858-5518.HostedbytheSouthCoastal Library,BethanyBeach,DE.

June19

SummerBibleStudy— SalemChurchwillbe holdingaweeklySummerBibleStudyat10 a.m.TheywillbestudyingMaxLucado’sLife LessonsfromJames.Participantsmaypurchasetheirownbook.

June20

CommunityBlockParty— SalemChurchin SelbyvilleishostingaCommunityBlockParty onthethirdFridayofeverymonthinthe summerfrom6to8p.m.Theeventisfree, andopentoall.Bringyourownchairasyou enjoyfood,livemusic,bounce house,shavedice,face-painting andmore.

FenwickFlicks—MonstersInc.— TheTownofFenwickIslandwillbe showingMonstersIncattheBayard StreetBeach.Theeveningkicksoff at8p.m.withfun-filledgames hostedbytheTown’sl ifeguards.The moviewillbeginatdusk.Bringyour blanketsandbeachchairsforan eveningofcommunity,connection andsummerfun.Theraindateis June21.

June21

YardSale— TheMillvilleVolunteer FireCo.Auxiliaryishostingayard saleatthefirehallfrom8a.m.to noon.Fortableinquiries,call(302) 537-0143.

June23

UkranianPysankyEggs— Pysanka writing,oreggdecorating,isanancientandtraditionalUkrainianart formwherethesymbolsandcolors chosencanh avepaganorChristian meaning.InthisworkshopatFrankfordPublicLibraryat10:30a.m., wewilllearntheprocessof'writing' Pysanky,fromchoosingtheeggs, waxinganddyeing,toolsthatare usedandfinallytotheremovalof waxtounveilyourPysankagem! Registrationisrequired.Call302732-9351orvisitusonlineat frankford.lib.de.us.FindusonFB @FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram@frankfordlibrary.

StorytimeonParsonsFa rm— Join FrankfordPubl icLibraryat11a.m. forstorytelling,songs,andcraftsat ParsonsFarmFreshCafe.ThisStorytimeisopentoallages.Anycancellationswillbepostedonthe FrankfordPublicLibrary'sFacebook page.NoRegistrationisrequired. Call302-732-9351orvisitusonlineatfrankford.lib.de.us.Findus onFacebook@FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram@frankfordlibrary.

HooksandNeedles— JoinFrankfordPublicLibraryonMondaysat1 p.m.forafunafternoonofk nitting andcrocheting.Alllevelsarewelcome.Call302-732-9351orvisit usonlineatfrankford.lib.de.us.Find usonFB@FrankfordPublicLibrary andInstagram@frankfordlibrary.

GentleYogaFlow— JoinSarahSchaber,RYT-500certifiedyogainstructor,forafree,one-hourGentle FlowYogaclassatSouthCoastalLibraryat10:15a.m.Idealforbeginners,seniors,andanyonelooking foraslowerflowpractice.Wewill learnbreathingtechniques,postures,a ndexercisestopromote

flexibilityandstrength,balance,andrelaxation.Pleasebringayogamatortowelfrom home.Theinstructoralsorecommends4inch-deepfoamyogablocks.Ifyouareunabletogetontotheflooreasily,donotworry, wewillprovidechairs.Thereareoptionsfor all!Registrationopensat12p.m.onJune9 andisavailableat https://southcoastal.lib.de.usorbycalling 302-858-5518.(Onlineregistrationrecommended!)Walk-insacceptedifs paceallows.

HostedbytheSouthCoastalLibrary,43Kent Avenue,BethanyBeach,DE19930

TeenYogaforRelaxation— Stressedout fromacademic&socialpressureandlifein general?Ages11-17areinvitedtoSouth CoastalLibraryat12:30p.m.tode-stress withafreeone-houryogaclassledbySarah Schaber,RYT-500certifiedyogainstructor.In thisclass,wewillmoveandstretchourbodiestohelpdecreasestressandanxiety,improvefocusandconcentration,andincre ase

strength,flexibility,andconfidence.Together, wewilllearninvaluabletoolsandtechniques thatcanhelpusthroughoutourentirelives. Nopreviousexperiencerequired.Wearsomethingcomfortable,andpleasebringayoga matortowel.Registrationopensat12:30pm onJune2andisavailableathttps://southcoastal.lib.de.usorbycalling302-8585518.Walk-insacceptedifspaceallows. HostedbytheSouthCoastalLibrary,43Kent Avenue,BethanyBeach, DE19930

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FRIDAY

The UnXplained (45) HIST 9 p.m.

The most isolated part of the planet is ripe for tales of strange phenomena, myths and more. Host William Shatner looks at the remote world of Antarctica, which despite its bitter cold, ice and snow, has drawn explorers and thrill seekers for years.

The Departed (60) AMC 10 p.m.

Billy Costigan (Leonardo DiCaprio) is an undercover cop inside crime boss Frank Costello’s (Jack Nicholson) organization at the same time that career criminal Colin Sullivan (Matt Damon) is a mole in the police. They need to find each other to stay alive.

SATURDAY

157th Belmont Stakes (5) FOX (69) WTXF 6:30 p.m.

For their 157th year, this annual race will see 27 stakes races taking place across five days, with purses totalling $11.275 million. Footage from the event will be broadcast live, straight from the Saratoga Race Course in Saratoga Springs, N.Y.

Kidnapped by a Killer: The Heather Robinson Story (22) LIFE 8 p.m.

Heather (Rachel Stubington) knew she was adopted early on. But the 15-year-old is shocked to discover that the man she knew as her uncle (Steve Guttenberg) is actually a serial killer accused of killing several women including her mother.

SUNDAY

2025 Roland-Garros Tennis (19) TNT (24) TRUTV 9 a.m.

Broadcasting live from Stade Roland Garros in Paris, France, the second major of the tennis season comes to a close with this Men’s Final. Last year, Carlos Alcaraz toppled Alexander Zverev to win his first French Open. Can he repeat this year?

The 78th Annual Tony Awards (6) WBOC 8 p.m.

Honoring the best of Broadway, Tony, Emmy and Grammy Award winner and three-time Oscar nominee Cynthia Erivo hosts this 78th annual award show from Radio City Music Hall. “Buena Vista Social Club” and “Death Becomes Her” are nominated.

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MONDAY

LEGO Masters (5) FOX (69) WTXF 8 p.m.

It just clicks. Host Will Arnett brings together two teams of LEGO lovers to compete in a challenge to create an elaborate construction in a specified theme. The winning team earns the title of LEGO Master and moves on to compete for a spot in the finals.

Duff Takes the Cake (43) FOOD 9 p.m.

In this one-of-a-kind episode, Duff takes a look back at some of the toughest cakes he’s ever agreed to make, offering a new perspective on his own work as he discusses how complicated some desserts are to make.

Yes, Chef! (11) WBAL 10 p.m.

As this culinary competition creeps its way toward to season finale, the chefs are asked to create a cohesive three-course menu and prepare any dishes they want. Plus, they’ll need to win headto-head culinary battles to acquire ingredients.

TUESDAY

Celebrity Wheel of Fortune (7) WMDT 8 p.m.

Legendary icons Pat Sajak and Vanna White are back with more word puzzles for celebrities to solve. This time, “The Office” castmates Rainn Wilson, Ellie Kemper and Oscar Nuñez play America’s Game for a chance at winning up to $1 million for charity.

Cutthroat Kitchen: Knives Out (43) FOOD 9 p.m.

Brian Malarkey hosts another protein powerhouse as he asks the chefs to create a delectable meal from a unique source of protein. This week, it’s cow tongue! Can the contestants make a meal that will inspire the judges or have them holding their tongues?

Destination X (11) WBAL 10 p.m.

Love is in the air in this new episode, as the journey takes the competitors to new, trickier locales. With romance brewing and red herrings in play, one player’s journey ends — but two newcomers arrive, shaking up the game.

WEDNESDAY

Gladiator (60) AMC 8 p.m.

A former Roman general, Maximus (Russell Crowe), is stripped of power by Rome’s new leader, Commodus (Joaquin Phoenix), and is forced to fight to the death in gladiator sporting events until he becomes a fan favorite and must be stopped at all costs.

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

The ladies are back and bringing the heat in this season premiere. Loyalties are tested. Friendships are formed. Relationships are broken, then repaired, then broken again in the 305. But looking fabulous is what matters in the Sunshine State.

Raid the Cage (6) WBOC 9 p.m.

During this latest episode, married couple Eleanor and Kevin compete against Robert and Ashley to collect the most prizes from the cage before time runs out. Which team of two will win out this time? Damon Wayans Jr. and Jeannie Mai Jenkins host.

THURSDAY

Police 24/7 (3) CW 8 p.m.

Season 2 continues this docu-reality series’ ongoing mission, as police, with the help of canines, track down a suspect who’s hiding in the woods. Also, a traffic stop finds hidden guns and drugs, a pregnant woman gets found out using an alias, and more.

Secrets of the Bunny Ranch (23) A&E 9 p.m.

This new series explores the inner workings of the infamous Moonlite Bunny Ranch, a Nevada brothel owned by Dennis Hof. Through interviews with former workers, they explain how they were lured into the business before finding things to be very dark.

Top Chef (61) BRAV 9 p.m.

After spending the season in Canada, the contestants are flown to Milan, Italy, for this season finale. While there, they are tasked with making the best progressive four-course meal of their lives. With so much on the line, who will

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Onvigilantwatch.Onguard. Onthestand.Ontheirtoes.

Thatisthejobeachdayfora SeaColonyBeachPatrollifeguard from10a.m.to5:30p.m.between May17throughOct.13,and until6p.m.betweenJune14 throughSept.1.

Whilevirtuallyeveryoneelse aroundthemonthebeachiscavorting,reading,sleeping,talking orjusttakinginthemagicalsalt air,theGuardiansbytheSeaare readytospringintoaction.

Evenwhilebeingcordialto thosewhoapproachthelifeguard stand,theyarealwaysonalert. Theireyesremainontheswimmersevenwhiletheyaresipping andchewingforsustenanceduringthelongbeachday.

Someone’slifemaybeindanger.

Andtheyaretheoneswhocan rescueswimmersinneed.

TheCoastalPointisspotlightingoneoftheseGuardiansbythe Seawithabeachlifeguardfeature storyeachweekduringthesummerseason.

Answeringthecall tobecomealifeguard

SeaColonyBeachPatrollifeguardJoshua“J.J.”Johnsonrememberswhenhegotthecallto beonthestand.

“Itwasduringthehighschool swimseasonofmyjunioryear,” saidJohnson,aresidentof Georgetown.“Myswimcoach, KelseyFowler,alongtimeSea Colonyguard,offeredmybest friend,AidanSuscavage,andme theopportunitytotryout.Itwas thebestdecisionIcould’vemade.

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JohnsongladheansweredthecalltobecomeanSCBPlifeguard

“Ifyouhavetheopportunityto becomeabeachlifeguard,you’llmeet andbeapartofsuchanamazing community,”headded.“It’llbelikea completelydifferentlifestylethat you’lllove.Andyou’lllookyourbest andbeinthebestshapeofyourlife.”

SeaColonyBeachPatrol

TheSeaColonyBeachPatrol,

whichoverseeshalfamileofprivate beach,isaUnitedStatesLifeguard AssociationAdvancedCertified Agencyconsistingof21guardswho areeachcertifiedinAmericanRed CrossLifeguarding,CPRforthe

ProfessionalRescuerandEmergencyMedicalResponse.

Eachofthesixlifeguardstands arelocatedinfrontoftheSea Colonyhigh-risecondominiums nearBethanyBeach.SCBPlifeguardsrespondtolandandwater emergencies,andtheyprovideinformationandeducationabout hazardsinthesun,weatherand ocean.SCBPbeachlifeguards traindailytoprepareforanysituationonlandorinwater,andthey constantlystrivetoexceedtheir highstandardsofopenwater safety.

Hismostmemorable experience

Johnsonsaidoneofhismost memorableexperienceswasenduringrookietrainingandsufferingtogetherwiththeother first-yearguardstopushthrough andbecomeofficiallifeguards.

The5-foot-9nativeofSeaford saidbecomingalifeguard“means thatpeoplerelyonyoutoseta goodexampleandensurethat everyonestayssafe.Beingpreparedistheeasiestpartofthe job,”hesaid.“You’refollowingthe sameroutineeachday,butImust ensurethatwehaveeverythingwe needtohelpusinachallenging situation.Thetoughestresponsibilityofthejobisbeingmentally andphysicallyreadyatalltimes foranythingthatcouldhappen.”

JohnsoncreditedfellowlifeguardSuscavagewithhavinga profoundimpactonhisdecision tobeonthestand.

“AidanisalsoontheSea ColonyBeachPatrol,andwedo everythingtogether,”saidJohnson.“He’salwayspushingmeto dobetterinacademicsorworking out,orjustbeingagoodperson.” Johnson’sshort-termgoalis“to justmakesummerlast,andenjoyit. Mylong-termgoalistograduate fromcollegeandentertheDelaware StateTrooperAcademy,”hesaid.

IRfootballsuccessattractingincreasingnumberofcollegecoaches

ByMikeStern StaffReporter

TheIndianRiverHighSchool footballteam’ssuccessduringthe pastfewyears,includingthe2024 Class1Achampionship,hasattractedanincreasingamountofinterestfromcollegecoaches.

Forexample,agentlemanrepresentinganNCAADivisionIuniversityrecentlyengagedina lengthyconversationwithIRHS footballheadcoachPhilTownsend. Thecollegefootballposition coach’svisitrepresentedoneof morethan35institutionsofhigher learningthathavecommunicated withTownsendviatelephoneand e-mail,orhavephysicallyvisited Dagsboroinrecentmonths.

“Wehavehadseveralschools visitfromNCAADivisionIFootballBowlSubdivision(FBS)and FootballChampionshipSubdivision(FCS),aswellasDivisionII andIII,institutions,”said

CoastalPoint•Filephoto IndianRiverfootballheadcoachPhil Townsendhasbeendealingwithanincreasingnumberofcollegecoaches thankstothesuccessofhisprogram.

Townsend.“Thesecoachesare lookingtobuildarapportwith someofourplayerswhowillbe seniors,juniorsandsophomores duringthe2025season.

“Whenthecoachesvisit,theyare lookingtogettoknowthekids personallyandacademically.They wanttoknowwhothey’rerecruiting.Theyalsowantourplayersto comevisittheirschoolsandseeifit isagoodfit,aswellascometoone oftheircampsoversummerbreak sotheycanevaluateourplayers. Collegecoacheswatchhoursof filmofplayers,butattendinga summercampallowsthemtosee ourplayersinaction.”

Allofthisfreneticactivityispart ofthecollegefootballrecruiting process.AndtheIndiansaredrawingagrowingdegreeofinterest basedontheirmarkedimprovementduringthelastfourseasons.

IRHScapturedtheDIAAClass 1AthispastseasonagainstundefeateddefendingchampTatnall School,oneyearafterreachingthe statesemifinalsandlosingtothe Hornets.Overthelasttwoseasons, theIndianshavecapturedtwo Class1A,Division2,titleswhile

CoastalPoint•Filephoto IndianRiverbaserunnerDylanGrise slidessafelyintohomeonawildpitch, duringagamelastyear.

ByJasonFeather StaffReporter

Thefinaldaysofcompetitionhave concluded,withchampionscrownedin alloftheDIAAstatechampionships forthespringsportsseasonof2025. Whiletherearestillafewlingering sportsthathavenothadtheirend-ofseasonmeetingsforvotingontheAllStateawardwinners,theHenlopen AthleticConferencehasannouncedits winnersforAll-Conferenceselections.

Thisweek,wewillhonorandsalute thoseathletesthathavereceivedAllConferencerecognition.Wewilldothe sameinnextweek’seditionforthose thathaveearnedAll-Staterecognition.

TheIndianRiverHighSchool springsportsstudent-athleteswere well-representedontheAll-Conference teamsacrossall10sports.Hereisarundownofthosestudent-athletes:

Baseball

•FirstTeam—DylanGrise,junior, pitcherandthirdbase;JackCappo,senior,secondbase

•SecondTeam—ChaseRuley,senior,shortstop

•HonorableMention—Kayden Vaught,junior,outfield

Golf

•HonorableMention—EllieWalls, freshman

Boys’lacrosse

•FirstTeam—JackSpencer,sophomore,attack;AidanBinko,senior,midfield;RoccoWillis,junior,defense; BrennanLoose,sophomore,longpole

PickleballPoints

ByVaughnBaker SpecialtotheCoastalPoint

Thelasttimewespoke,Iwroteabout injuriesfromspills,andseveralreaders emailedandjokinglysaidthattheytake careoftheirinjurieswithpills.But,remember—pillsonlymaskthepain,and youdon’twanttoexperienceasetbackin yourrecovery.

I’lltellyounowthereisathrillwhen youreturntothecourts,butitshouldbe donesmartly,andanevenamuchgreater thrillwhenyoubumpupyourgameto playtothelevelwhereyoufeelmost comfortable.Ontheotherhand,ifyou

injureyourselfbecauseyoudonotstretch andwarmup,youwillbebackonthe physicaltherapytablebecauseyoutooka spill.

Ifyouarerecoveringfromankle,leg, knee,hiporheartsurgery,youwantto returntopickleballsmartly,andatthe sametimegetridofsomebadhabitsdevelopedinyourearliestdaysofpickleball.

Whenthedoctorclearedyoutoplay pickleballagain,theassumptionwasyou woulddoitsmartly,andsmartlymight notbeimmediatelyreturningtoplayin yoursamegroup.Ifwehadagreedto meetwhenyoureturnedtothecourts,I

wouldtakeyoutoanunusedtennisor pickleballcourtwherewewoulddovariousstretchesfor15minutes,andthendo aseriesofsmallquickstepsupanddown andacrossallthecourtlines,asifyou wereplaying.

Thisisdifferentthanactualplaying, andthemainthingisyouarebuilding youranklesandlegsandtestingyourbalancebyminimizingquick,jerkysteps. Whenyouareplaying,youdon’tknow wherethenextballwillbehitonyour sideofthecourt,andquickresponsesto thosecancauseyoutotakeafall.Youalreadyknowthedirectionwhenyoudo footworkdrills.

Myadvicetoyouisthatpickleballisa footworkandbalancegame.Ioncecarriedajumpropearoundtheworldwith mejusttokeepmyselftuned,andatthe heightoftheColdWar,Icalled(of courseinjest)theentireRussianDavis CupTeamunfitwhenweranthrough HydeParkinLondonbecausethey didn’tcarryjumpropes.Ofcourse,Iset myselfupforthecoachtosay,“No,we don’thavejumpropes,butweareplaying Wimbledonthisafternoon,andIdidn’t seeyournameinthedraw…”Obviously, ajumpropecanonlycarryyousofar! Nowthatyouarewarmedup,wewill hitfrom100to200servesattargets, plasticcones,placednearthebaseline. Thatmightonlybefive40-ballbaskets persession.Assoonasyoubegintofeel tired,shutitdown.

Youmightalsofeelsomepainreturningtoyourelbow.Whatisthisallabout? Theremightbeseveralreasons.First,the honeycombcoreinthepaddlehasslowly beencompressedfromusageandispassingalongtheshockfromtheplastic pickleballstrikingthepaddleface. And/oritmightbethatyouaremuscling theservicemotion.Effectiveserves shouldcomefromthecoordinationof yourentirebody.

So,onyourfirstreturnday,Ipropose onlyfootworkandservicedrills,butif youwanttodomore,thenonlydinkto redevelopafeelfortheball.Beforeleavingthecourt,weshoulddo20more minutesofstretching.Iwouldencourage youtodosomelightaerobicand strengthexercisesinthegym.Iwould encourageyouto,onyourown,increase thenumberofbasketsperservingsession.Afteraweekto10days,youshould beinbettershapethanyouhavebeenin years.

Analternativetotheaboveistofinda practicepartner,andyoueachhitbaskets ofservestooneanother,eachhaving chalkmarkstohit,whichpromotesaccuracyyetdoesn’tforcealotofquick step movesonrecoveringlegs.Iwouldhave youserve10totherightside,andthen 10totheleft.Then,Iwouldserve10and 10toyousoyoucouldbegintoworkon returnofserve.Andwhilewearedoing this,wearebuildingyouupyetwithout riskingquick,jerkymovements.

Thereisnolimittothetypedrillsyou cancreate,buttheyshouldmimicactual play.Ifrequentlyseepeoplepracticing cross-courtdinks,andtheystandfacing eachother,ratherthancomingback towardprotectingthecenter.Makethem real.Theideaistomimicactualplaybut withsmartdrillsthatminimizejerky movementswhileyourinjurieshealand strengthen.

Nexttime,forehanddrills.

SalutetotheIRHSSeniors

ByMikeStern StaffReporter

Shedirectlyfacedtheshooterandcut downtheangleoftheshot.

The5-meterdrivelaunchedbythe Smyrnarivalneverhadachance.

SeniorgoalkeeperChloeMegeeshortcircuitedtheshotongoalandsmothered thebouncinglacrosseball.

Itwasoneofthe14savesshemadein theIndianRiverHighSchoolgirls’lacrosse program’sfirst-evertriumphovertheEagles,onMarch26.

The15-14double-overtimewinalso gavetheIndiansa2-0won-lostrecordto openaseason,forthefirsttimeeverinthe program’s10-yearhistory.Thevictorysent theIndiansontheirwaytowardarecordsettingninevictoriesin16verdicts,shatteringthepreviousmarkofsevenwins establishedin2021.

Fromhatingthegame tostickingwithit

Ironically,Megeeinitiallydidnottaketo thesportthatsheendedupexcellingat.

“WhenIfirstbeganplayinglacrosse,I hatedthegame,”shesaid.“Iwantedtoquit. Butmyteachers,mymom,”shesaidof IRHSphysicaleducationteacherWendy Megee,“andmycoachesencouragedmeto stickwithit.IamsogladIdid,becauseI havebeenabletoaccomplishthingsIdidn’t thinkIeverwould,includingsettinganew schoolrecord,joiningseveraltravelteams, andseeingbothofmyvarsityteamscompeteforandreachtheplayoffs.”

ThatgamealsosawMegeerewrite IRHSgirls’varsitylacrossehistorywithher 200thcareersave.AndonWednesday,May 7,Megeenotchedanotherschoolrecord withher300thcareerstop,atCaesarRodney.

SeniorgoalkeeperChloeMegeesetanewgirlslacrosseschoolrecordwith317careersaves.

Inadditiontobeinganoutstanding shot-stoppinglacrossegoalkeeper,Megee wasalsoacontributortotheIRHSgirls’ basketballteamthatwon17gamesand reachedthesecondroundoftheDIAA stateplayoffs.Theirachievementscameon theheelsofa10-10seasonin2023-2024 andapairof4-16campaignsinherfreshmanandsophomoreyears.

Megeeandhergirls’lacrossesquadare followingasimilartrack,winningafterfinishing6-9,5-9and5-10thelastthreeseaMegeesavesherwayintoIndianRivergirls’lacrosserecordbook

“Iamveryhappywithmyselfforthis achievement,butIfeelprivilegedtoplay

withmyteammates,whohavesupported mewithgusto,”saidMegee,whohelpedthe IndiansreachtheDIAAstateplayoffsfor thefirsttimeintheprogram’shistory.“They

areagreatgroupofladies.Itisanhonorto beassociatedwiththem,includingsomeof thebeststudent-athletestoeverplaygirls’ lacrosseatIndianRiverHighSchool.”

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OldeTymersSoftballLeague competesinWeek4action

TheOldeTymersSoftballLeague wrappedupitsWeek4gameslastweek involvingathletes60orolder.Games wereplayedonTuesday,May27,and Thursday,May29,attheChurchof Godfieldsneartheintersectionof Routes113and26inDagsboro.

Herearetheresultsfromgames playedonTuesday,May27:

•BeamConstruction10,American LegionPost249

BeamConstructioncamefrombehindtowinasLanceO’Connelland KeithWagnereachrappedtwohits. KammLodgeandArtCoppolaeach contributedcrucialdefense.

• B&ETire&Alignment9,Coastal Chiropractic5

ExcellentpitchingfromChuckKing andstrongdefenseheldCoastalChiropractictoashutoutthroughsixinnings. KeithPurdy,DaveGarriottandSteve Colenallwent3-for-3forthewinners.

•TheOriginalGreeneTurtle13, TouchofItaly11

JimDavisandBobLaDucahit homerunsforthevictors.JoeLucashit athree-runhomerandpitchedwellfor TheOriginalGreeneTurtle.

ondefense.

•WSFSBank11,B&ETire& Alignment3

KrisKellerledthewaywiththree hitsforthewinners,andChuckGriffin, CraigConover,FrankEmig,BillMcNameeandDaveBinstedeachsmacked twohits.ForB&E,DaveJanuchowski went3-for-3,andGuyDrewiczadded twohits.

•AmericanLegionPost2818,Town ofSelbyville6

Makinghisfirststart,pitcherJose Pachecowent4-for-4,withthreeruns scoredandthreeRBIs.BradGeistcontributedthreehitsandfourRBIs,and DougWalkeraddedthreehitsandthree RBIs.TownofSelbyvillewasledby RalphDaviswithtwohitsandtwo RBIs.andCarmenRiveraslashedthree hits,whileRickDuncanknockedin tworuns.

• MillsboroLanes10,Diamondblade Tileworks10(8innings)

•CommunityBankDelaware6, MillsboroLanes4

•TownofSelbyville17,AtlanticOrthopaedics11

•BeachDetailing14,EdwardJones Investments13

Herearetheresultsfromgames playedonThursday,May29:

•EdwardJonesInvestments3,Touch ofItaly2

ThewinnerswereledbyBobLaDuca’stwohits,andJoeSantossparkled

DiamondbladeTileworksscored sevenrunsinthebottomoftheseventh toforgethedeadlockDiamondblade’s JackZorneswent4-for-4,andJimWilsonwas3-for-3.BruceBallantine,WarrenLloyd,TomFaulknerandDave Lovelaceeachwent2-for-3forMillsboroLanes.

•AmericanLegionPost2411,Logo Motive7

•CoastalChiropractic5,Atlantic Orthopaedics2

Theleaguewillcontinuetoaccept newplayerregistrationsthroughoutthe season.Formoreinformation,visitthe OTSwebsiteathttps://www.teampages.com/leagues/118816.

sons.

“Beingthereformyteamanddoing whateverisnecessarytohelptheprogram inbasketballandlacrossehasmeantso muchtome,”saidMegee,wholedtheIndianstoa9-7won-lostrecord.“Iamalways willingtodowhatittakestohelptheteam andbeapositiveforceinallsituations.”

AccordingtoMegee,shechallenged herselftocontributetobothprograms,and helpeachteambuildandprogressthrough herownparticipation.

“Ithasbeensoupliftingandrewarding tome,”shesaid.“Thisseason,bothsports madetheplayoffsforthefirsttime.Itis trulyrewardingtobeapartoftheprocess andbeacontributingmemberoftwowinningsides.KnowingIhavebeenapartof thisisspecial.Beingabletoconsistentlywin isgreat,butbeingabletosaywedidittogetherandachievedoursuccessasateamis thebestfeeling.Wewentfromgloomand doomintwosportstopossiblytheplayoffs inmyfouryearshere.Iencourageallstu-

dentstotry.Youneverknowuntilyoudo. “Themostexcitingthingistobepartof theteamandexperiencetheupsanddowns together,”addedMegee,aresidentofSelbyville.“Youexperienceawesomewinsand toughlosses,butyoualsolearnfromthem andgrow.It’sspecialtohavetheachievementsandrealizethat—winorlose—we didittogether.”

Asthegoalkeeper,Megeeisthelastline ofdefense.Sheisreliedupontomakethe bigsaveatcrucialstagesofagametokeep herteaminfrontorwithinreachtomount acomeback.

“Ilovebeingthegoalkeeper,”said Megee.“Itisveryemotional,andtheweight ofplayingthepositioncansometimesbe veryheavy.Ihatedrunningthemile,somy coach,TaylorPridgson,talkedmeintoplayinggoalie.”

Thatfortuitouscoachingdecisionhas servedthegirls’lacrosseprogramwell.

“Myfreshmanyearin2022,Iwatched theseniorgoalie,CayleeSchmidtachieve 100careersaves,”saidMegee,whowill studyequinescience,pre-professionalstud-

ByMikeStern StaffReporter

Shewouldnotfallvictimtoa strikeout.

Shewantedtoavoidmakingthe shortwalkofdisappointmentfrom thebatter’sboxbacktothedugout.

SeniorIRHSgirls’softballstar JillianCoulbournresolvedtogeta pieceoftheballorworktheopposingpitcherforabaseonballs.

Thefeisty5-foot-4second-basemanandcatcherspent76consecutiveat-batsavoidingthedreaded strikeout,andhelpedherteamgeneratebaserunnersandruns.Sheruled thestrikezone,layingoffthepitches shedidn’tcareforandfoulingoff countlesstwo-strikepitchesthat wereclose.

Thenon-strikeoutstreakended —begrudgingly—withherthirdatbatagainststatepowerhouseCaravel AcademyonMay13.

Undaunted,therighthandedfieldingandhittingCoulbournpicked rightbackupagain,helpingherteam defeatMiddletowntoearnaDIAA stateplayoffberthastheNo.19 seed.

“I’dbeenworkinghardonmy two-strikeapproachduringtheoffseason,”saidCoulbourn,wholedthe 2025Indianswith15runsbattedin andsixdoubles.“Whenyouputthe ballinplayinsteadofstrikingout, thingscanhappen.Yougiveyourself andyourteamachancetoproduce everytime.”

Coulbournputanimpressiveexclamationpointonherfabulous four-yearIRHScareerbyearning

SeniorJillianCoulbournwasastarterinallfouryearsofherIndianRiverhigh schoolgirlssoftballcareer.

SecondTeamAllStateandFirst TeamAllHenlopenConference kudos.Intheclassroom,theGoldeyBeacomCollegecommit’sacademic achievementsrankedherasoneof24 girlssoftballDIAAStudent-Athletic Awardwinnersinthestateof Delaware.

Asoftballfixturesince herfreshmanyear

Coultbournhasbeenasoftball fixturefortheIndiansasasecond basemanandcatchereversinceshe firstwalkedontotheIndianRiver HighSchooldiamondherfreshman

season.

“Thekeytomysuccesshasbeen toworkhardandbewillingtolearn fromthepeoplearoundme,”said Coulbourn,whohashelpedIRHS reachthestateplayoffsineachofher fourseasons.“I’vemadeplentyof mistakes,butI’vehadgreatteammatesandcoacheswho’vehelpedme growandstaygroundedthroughit all.

“Beingapartoftheteam’ssuccess hasbeenreallyrewarding,”added Coulbourn,whohelpedtheteam reachtheDIAAchampionshipgame in2023asasophomore.“I’vegrown alotandhadthechancetocompete withateamthatworkshardandhas eachother’sbacks.Wehavefaced challengesalongtheway,butthat hasonlymadeustougherandmore connectedasateam.”

Shesaidthatthemostexciting partofthegameisthefeelingof beinginthemomentwithherteammates.

“Whetherit’smakingakeyplay orjustsupportingeachotherduring thegame,thoselittlevictories— bothasateamandindividually— reallymakethegamesospecialfor me,”shenoted.

Aspecialteammatebondand theUnifiedexperience

Coulbournhasenjoyedaspecial friendshipwithsoftballteammate GracieHoban,theIndians’senior first-baseman.

“We’vebeenbestfriendssincethe

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buildinga20-5won-lostrecord.

Asaresult,collegecoachesare lookingtorecruit“ourgoodkids whoareacademicallyandathleticallytalented,”saidTownsend“We haveseveralcurrentplayerswhofit thatmold.Severalcoacheshaveenteredourbuildingknowingwhat typeofplayerswehavehereatIndianRiver.

“Eachcollegecoachwhocomes throughourdoors,theyareall competingagainsteachother.First impressionsareeverythinginsome cases,sothat’swhythesecoaches wanttocomeandmeettheplayers personallyintheirschool.Andfor ourstudent-athletesthisisgreat, becauseitallowsthemtointeract face-to-facewiththesecollege

coaches.Itenablesourstudent-athletestoworkontheircommunicationskills,andithelpsthemto understandwhatcollegecoaches arelookingforinaplayertoday.

“Allofthisactivity,withcoaches stoppingbyweekly,isgreatforthe programhereatIndianRiver,” Townsendadded.“Itprovidesopportunitiesforourplayerstodiscussacademicswithcollege coaches,aswellastheirweight training.Thisgivesouryounger kidssomethingtogetexcitedabout andlookforwardtoastheybecome risingupperclassmen.”

Althoughcollegiatecoacheshave visitedtheIRHScampusinpreviousyears,thenumberofschools hasgrownconsiderably.

“Alotofthathastodowiththe typesofplayerswecurrentlyhave here,”saidTownsend.“Wehave somereallygoodkidswhoareaca-

demicallyandathleticallytalented. Collegesaregoingtogotowhere thetalentis.”

Townsendsaidheisthrilledto stewardthesegrowingrelationships betweenhisstudent-athletesand collegecoaches.

“Itallowsmetobuildarapport withcoachesfromallover,includinglocalschoolsliketheUniversity ofMaryland,”hesaid.“Itgivesour kidsanopportunitytogetoutof SussexCounty,andcontinuetheir academicandathleticcareerata bigcollegeoruniversity.Itisgood toknowthatourprogram,training andcoachingaregoingtohelppropelourkidstothenextlevel.

“Thisalsogivesourplayersthe opportunitytogoplaycollegefootballiftheysodesire,”headded. “Someguyswhoarebeingrecruited forfootballalsoplayothersports, soitgivesthemoptionswhende-

cidingwhattodoatthenextlevel. Italsoallowsourplayerstohear fromthesecoachesaboutthings thattheycanworkonorimprove upontoenhancetheirchancesof gettingafullorpartialscholarship.”

AccordingtoTownsend,the schoolswhoserepresentativeshave contactedhimviaphoneoremail, orwhohavevisitedIRHS,include Syracuse,JamesMadison, Delaware,Maryland,Massachusetts,Buffalo,VirginiaTech,Liberty,Temple,OldDominion, Monmouth,Rutgers,Connecticut, MorganState,Towson,Delaware State,Villanova,WestVirginia, StonyBrook,Shepperd,WestVirginiaState,WeberState,Susquehanna,Salisbury,Alvernia, Albright,Ursinus,DelawareValley, BowieState,Wilkes,Averett, Widener,Bryant,RandolphMaconandBucknell.

midfield

•SecondTeam—ParkerMoore, freshman,attack;CaidenClark,sophomore,midfield;MichaelPitarra,senior, defense;SeanStolarz,junior,defense; LoganDawson,senior,goalkeeper

•HonorableMention—Hayden Thomas,junior

Girls’lacrosse

•FirstTeam—ChloeHarris,sophomore,midfield

•HonorableMention—Kennedy Walker,sophomore

Girls’soccer

•FirstTeam—AvaQuetschenbach, senior;MeredithWhite,junior;EllaPeterson,junior

•SecondTeam—LilaBrown,junior;ReeceForrey,junior;AllisonTucker, junior

•HonorableMention—Grace Clark,freshman

Softball

•FirstTeam—JillianCoulbourn, senior,secondbase;SophieScurci,senior,shortstop

•SecondTeam—Se’TaraMcGee, senior,outfield

•HonorableMention—Parker O’Shields,Sophomore

Girls’tennis

•SecondTeam—MiaMacIsaac, freshman

Coulbourn

secondgrade,”saidCoulbourn.“Our bondhasonlygrownstrongerover theyears.Webothsharealovefor sports,playingsoftballandvolleyball, andweareexcitedtocontinueour athleticjourneystogetheratGoldeyBeacomCollege.Graciewillplay volleyball,andIwillplaysoftball.We willberoommates,andI’mlooking forwardtonavigatingcollegetogether.”

Coulbournalsoexperienced friendshipasateammanagerand

shootingguardwithherteammates ontheIRHSUnifiedbasketball squad,whichcapturedthe20242025DIAAstatechampionship.

“BeingaUnifiedbuddywasa greatexperience,”shesaid.“Iwas abletohelpotherstudentsandbuild connectionswiththemthroughbasketball.”

Shealsogivesamplecredittothe coacheswhohavehelpedheralong theway.

“Mytravel-ballcoach,Sarah Hoban,”shesaidofGracieHoban’s mother,“hashadaprofoundimpact onbothmyathleticandacademic success.Asmysoftballcoachonthe

whiletakinghonorsanddual-enrollment classes.Thatisn’teasy.Butyoujustnever knowwhatyou’recapableof.”

DelawareTribeandvariousall-star teamsduringthelastsevenyears, CoachHobanhasbeenaconstant sourceofguidance,pushingmeto improvemyskillsandmymindseton thefield.Herunwaveringbeliefin me,alongwithherleadershipand dedicationtothegame,havehelped shapemeintotheplayerIamtoday.

“HeadcoachSaraPowell—my highschoolsoftballcoach—has alsoplayedakeyroleinmydevelopment,”Coulbournadded.“Shehas coachedmeallfouryearsandhasfocusednotonlyontechnicalskills,but alsofosteringmentalresilienceanda strongsenseofteamwork.Bothof

everyday—whenIentercollegeinthe fall.

thesehavebeencrucialtomy growth.” Coulbournalsobenefitsfrom tremendoussupportfromherfamily. “Mymother,Rebecca,andfather, Jesse,andourfamilyhavealways beenincrediblysupportiveofmein everythingIdo,”saidCoulbourn, whosemotheristheIndians’team statistician.“They’veencouragedme topursuemypassionsinsportsand academics,andhavebeentherefor methrougheverychallenge.Their constantbeliefinmegivesmethe confidencetokeeppushingmyself andstriveforsuccess,bothonand offthefield.”

iesandveterinarystudiesatDelawareValley Universitybeginningthisfall.“SoIdecided tosetthatgoalformyself.AndIthankall ofmyteammatesforalwayssupportingme. Playingthegoalkeeperpositionhasbeen mygreatestlove.”

Overcomingacademicchallenges

Onthebasketballcourtandthelacrosse field,Megeecreditshardworkatpractice, perseveranceandagroupofreliableteammateswithenhancingtheteam’sfortunes.

Shehasalsoachievedsuccessinthe classroom,thankstotheassistanceof IRHSteacherSharonBrieta.

“Iamastudentwithalearningdisabilityandshort-termmemoryissues,which makeseventhesimplesttasksevenharder,” saidMegee,whohasearnedAcademicAll HenlopenConferencehonors.“Sometimes, Iwantedtoquit.Ms.BrietaistrulythereasonI’magoodstudent.Sheshowedme howtopushmyself.Sheisalwaystherefor me,nomatterhowlongittakesformeto understandaconcept.Shehasplayeda hugepartinmyacademicsuccess,making itpossibleformetoplaymultiplesports

Megeealsorecognizedhercoachesin bothsports—particularlyIRgirls’basketballheadcoachRonDukesandhisassistantmentors,ChloeDiestalandTaylor Pritchett,“whomaketheteamworthplayingfor.”

Shesingled-outIRlacrossecoaches Pridgeon,LoganRyan,DavidSpencerand JenniferCordreyfor“havingahugeimpact onmycareer.Theyremindedmetobethe bestversionofmyselfandalwaysdomy bestonandoffthefield,”saidMegee. “TheyremindmethatIamcapableand able.”

Megeealsoreceivestremendoussupport fromherbrother,Chance,afreshmanbaseballplayeratIR,andherparents.

“MybrotherandIhaveatypicalsibling relationship,”saidChloe.“Weloveandhate alotofthetimeswhenitcomestofighting overthingsathome.ButIamoneofhis biggestfans.Heimpressesmewithhis willingnesstoplayandparticipateinanything.Ithinkheisoneofmybiggestfans, too,andthereisnothingwewouldn’tdofor eachother.Wetrytoattendeachother’s sportingeventswhenwedon’thaveoneof ourown.Heisagoodfriend,andIwill misshim—especiallyourridestoschool

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“Growingupwithabrotherwho’sa multi-sportathlete,wewerealwaysgoing indifferentdirections,”addedMegee.“But mymother,Wendy,andfather,Chris,are alwaysthereforus.Myfolkshavealways beenthereformyupsanddowns,andI couldnothavedoneanyofthiswithout theirsupport.IwouldnotbewhereIam todaywithouttheloveandsupportofmy parents.”

SINCE 1976

LEGALS

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

Estate of Doris Mae Blandford, Deceased. Notice is hereby given that Letters of Testamentary upon the estate of Doris Mae Blandford who departed this life on March 27, 2025, late of Frankford, DE were duly granted unto Loris M. Blandford on May 13, 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 27, 2025 or abide by the law in this behalf.

Executor:

Loris M. Blandford 35096 Alpaca Ln., Frankford, DE 19945

ATTORNEY:

Parsons & Robinson, P.A. 118 Atlantic Ave.; Suite 401 Ocean View, DE 19970

CP 20250523 3T

OFFICE OF REGISTER OF WILLS OF SUSSEX COUNTY STATE OF DELAWARE PO BOX 743; GEORGETOWN, DE 19947

(302)855-7875

Estate of Elizabeth Jane Wetzstein, Deceased. Notice is hereby given that Letters of Testamentary upon the estate of Elizabeth Jane Wetzstein who departed this life on December 23, 2024, late of Ocean View, DE were duly granted unto Frederick H. Wetzstein on May 9, 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 August 23, 2025 or abide by the law in this behalf.

Executor:

Frederick H. Wetzstein 36859 Jahnigen Dr., Frankford, DE 19945

Gregory Fuller, Sr., Register of Wills

ATTORNEY: Veronica R. Townsend, Esq. 118 Atlantic Ave.; Suite 202 Ocean View, DE 19970

CP 20250523 3T

OFFICE OF REGISTER OF WILLS OF SUSSEX COUNTY STATE OF DELAWARE PO BOX 743; GEORGETOWN, DE 19947

(302)855-7875

Estate of Carolyn A. Coyle, Deceased.

Notice is hereby given that Letters of Testamentary upon the estate of Carolyn A. Coyle who departed this life on January 7, 2025, late of Dagsboro, DE were duly granted unto Kenneth G. Coyle on May 20, 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 September 7, 2025 or abide by the law in this behalf.

Executor: Kenneth G. Coyle 35126 Seagrass Plantation Ln., Dagsboro, DE 19939

Gregory Fuller, Sr., Register of Wills

ATTORNEY:

Manaen S. Robinson, IV, Esq. 118 Atlantic Ave.; Suite 401 Ocean View, DE 19970

CP 20250530 3T

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

Estate of Hugh H. Hickman Jr., Deceased. Notice is hereby given that Letters of Administrator upon the estate of Hugh H. Hickman Jr. who departed this life on February 10, 2025, late of Ocean View, DE were duly granted unto Paige H. Brady and Dolores Lynch on May 13, 2025 and all persons indebted to the said deceased are required to make payments to the said Administrators without delay, and all persons having demands against the deceased are required to exhibit and present the same duly probated to the said Administrators on or before October 10, 2025 or abide by the law in this behalf.

EXECUTORS:

Paige H. Brady

Dolores Lynch

ADDRESS: 18461 Harbeson Rd., Milton, DE 19968 21126 Ruxton Dr., Georgetown, DE 19947

ATTORNEY: Parsons & Robinso, P.A.

ADDRESS: 118 Atlantic Ave., Suite 401, Ocean View, DE 19970

Gregory Fuller, Sr., Register of Wills

CP 20250523 3T

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

Estate of John T. Timmons, Deceased.

Notice is hereby given that Letters of Administration upon the estate of John T. Timmons who departed this life on April 16, 2025, late of Bethany Beach, DE were duly granted unto Emily K. Timmons on May 20, 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 16, 2025 or abide by the law in this behalf.

Administrator: Emily K. Timmons 30774 Pine Ridge Rd., Millsboro, DE 19966

Gregory Fuller, Sr., Register of Wills

ATTORNEY: Parsons & Robinson, P.A. 118 Atlantic Ave.; Suite 401 Ocean View, DE 19970

CP 20250530 3T

LEGAL NOTICE

THERE WILL BE A PUBLIC HEARING BEFORE THE TOWN OF FENWICK ISLAND TOWN COUNCIL IN FENWICK ISLAND, DELAWARE TO CONSIDER AMENDMENTS TO THE CODE OF THE TOWN OF FENWICK ISLAND AS FOLLOWS:

• AMENDING CHAPTER 160 – 10(C)

THE HEARING WILL BE HELD ON TUESDAY, JUNE 24, 2025, AT 9:00 A.M. IN FENWICK ISLAND TOWN HALL AND WILL BE AVAILABLE VIRTUALLY.

ZOOM INFORMATION: Call-in#: 1-301-715-8592, Meeting ID: 835 5955 5410OR https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83559555410

INTERESTED PERSONS MAY INQUIRE AT TOWN HALL DURING REGULAR BUSINESS HOURS, MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY, 8:00 A.M. TO 4:00 P.M. OR VISIT THE TOWN’S WEBSITE AT: https://fenwickisland.delaware.gov/

CP 20250606 1T

Gregory Fuller, Sr., Register of Wills

SHERIFF SALE

By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, 17th day of June, 2025

At 9:30 AM & Thereafter

At the Sussex County Sheriff's Office, West Complex, 22215 DuPont Boulevard, Georgetown, Delaware, Georgetown Hundred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, the following described real estate to wit: Tax Parcel:134-23.16-6.02

Property Address: 900A SOUTH SCHULTZ ROAD, Fenwick Island, DE 19944

Registration is required for all bidders prior to sale. A $4,000.00 deposit (Cash or Cashiers/certified check payable to Sheriff of Sussex County) and valid driver’s license or photo I.D. are required to register.

TERMS: 20 percent of the purchase money will be demanded on day of sale (The $4,000.00 Bidder Registration Fee will be credited to the 20% deposit). Cash or Cashier's Check is required. The balance is to be paid on or before 7/21/25. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on 7/25/25; subject to a 2 1/2 percent Delaware Realty Transfer Tax; 1 1/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 1 1/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser; and subject to 1 1/2 percent Sussex County Realty Tax, 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Any further Transfer Tax is the responsibility of the Purchaser. The Purchaser will be required to pay the cost of the deed. If the Purchaser fails to comply with these terms the percentum paid at the time of sale will be forfeited. Please make checks payable to: Sheriff of Sussex County.

Seized and taken in execution the property of PHXONE, LLC; PHOENIX RHCS HOLDINGS, LLC; CHRISTOPHER A. SELZER & ROBERT HOUSER (3) and will be sold by Robert T. Lee, Sheriff

TOWN OF SELBYVILLE NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

A PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD ON MONDAY, JULY 7, 2025, AT 6:00PM, AT THE SELBYVILLE TOWN HALL, 1 WEST CHURCH STREET, SELBYVILLE, SUSSEX COUNTY, DELAWARE, TO CONSIDER 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 SHORTTERM RENTAL OF ALL TYPES OF RESIDENTIAL DWELLINGS IN ALL DISTRICTS WITHIN THE JURISDICTIONAL LIMITS OF THE TOWN OF SELBYVILLE. CP 20250606

SHERIFF SALE

By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, 17th day of June, 2025 At 9:30 AM & Thereafter

At the Sussex County Sheriff's Office, West Complex, 22215 DuPont Boulevard, Georgetown, Delaware, Georgetown Hundred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, the following described real estate to wit:

Tax Parcel:133-16.00-31.00

Property Address: 525 WEST DUPONT HIGHWAY N/K/A 28339 DUPONT BOULEVARD, Millsboro, DE 19966

Registration is required for all bidders prior to sale. A $4,000.00 deposit (Cash or Cashiers/certified check payable to Sheriff of Sussex County) and valid driver’s license or photo I.D. are required to register.

TERMS: 20 percent of the purchase money will be demanded on day of sale (The $4,000.00 Bidder Registration Fee will be credited to the 20% deposit). Cash or Cashier's Check is required. The balance is to be paid on or before 7/21/25. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on 7/25/25; subject to a 2 1/2 percent Delaware Realty Transfer Tax; 1 1/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 1 1/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser; and subject to 1 1/2 percent Sussex County Realty Tax, 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Any further Transfer Tax is the responsibility of the Purchaser. The Purchaser will be required to pay the cost of the deed. If the Purchaser fails to comply with these terms the percentum paid at the time of sale will be forfeited. Please make checks payable to: Sheriff of Sussex County.

Seized and taken in execution the property of KASHER E. GULAB & NOSHABA N. GULAB N/K/A NOSHABA N. CAREY (9) and will be sold by Robert T. Lee, Sheriff

CP 20250606 2T

TOWN OF FENWICK ISLAND 800 COASTAL HIGHWAY FENWICK ISLAND, DE 19944

ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS

The work involves the furnishing of all labor, transportation, tools, supplies and equipment necessary to install the identified channel markers and removal of six unnecessary channel markers for two recently dredged channels in Little Assawoman Bay near the Incorporated Town of Fenwick Island.

Interested Contractors may obtain an electronic copy of the Contract Documents during normal business hours by contacting William Rymer, Town Council Treasurer, at phone, 302-539-3011, or email brymer@fenwickisland-de.gov. A copy of the bid documents will be emailed to interested parties.

A pre-bid meeting will be held on Wednesday, June 18, 2025 1:00 PM local time, at the Office of the Town Manager, Fenwick Island Town Hall. Attendance at this meeting is recommended for all prospective bidders.

Sealed bids for the Town of Fenwick Island, 2025 Channel Markers Project, Project Number 202501 will be received by the Town Council Treasurer of Fenwick Island until 11:00 a.m., local time, on Wednesday, July 2, 2025, at the Office of the Town Council Treasurer, Town Hall, 800 Coastal Highway, Fenwick Island, Delaware 19944, at which time they will be opened, read, and recorded. Bids shall be submitted in a sealed envelope and shall be marked clearly as follows: Proposal for Fenwick Island, 2025 Channel Markers Project (Project No. 2025-01).

The Town of Fenwick Island reserves the right to reject any or all bids, and make such award as appears most advantageous to the Town. The Town of Fenwick Island is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

CP 20250606 2T

SHERIFF SALE

By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, 17th day of June, 2025 At 9:30 AM & Thereafter

At the Sussex County Sheriff's Office, West Complex, 22215 DuPont Boulevard, Georgetown, Delaware, Georgetown Hundred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, the following described real estate to wit:

Tax Parcel:231-15.00-4.12

Property Address: 17473 DAVIS ROAD, Georgetown, DE 19947

Registration is required for all bidders prior to sale. A $4,000.00 deposit (Cash or Cashiers/certified check payable to Sheriff of Sussex County) and valid driver’s license or photo I.D. are required to register.

TERMS: 20 percent of the purchase money will be demanded on day of sale (The $4,000.00 Bidder Registration Fee will be credited to the 20% deposit). Cash or Cashier's Check is required. The balance is to be paid on or before 7/21/25. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on 7/25/25; subject to a 2 1/2 percent Delaware Realty Transfer Tax; 1 1/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 1 1/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser; and subject to 1 1/2 percent Sussex County Realty Tax, 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Any further Transfer Tax is the responsibility of the Purchaser. The Purchaser will be required to pay the cost of the deed. If the Purchaser fails to comply with these terms the percentum paid at the time of sale will be forfeited. Please make checks payable to: Sheriff of Sussex County.

Seized and taken in execution the property of WILLIAM BISHOP, AS HEIR AND PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE ESTATE OF CONNIE S. BISHOP A/K/A CONNIE SUE BISHOP & AMY GRIFFIN (HEIR) (10) and will be sold by Robert T. Lee, Sheriff

CP 20250606 2T

Easy to Access

SHERIFF SALE

By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, 17th day of June, 2025 At 9:30 AM & Thereafter

At the Sussex County Sheriff's Office, West Complex, 22215 DuPont Boulevard, Georgetown, Delaware, Georgetown Hundred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, the following described real estate to wit:

Tax Parcel:233-11.14-1.00

Property Address: 32091 HAZZARD STREET, Dagsboro, DE 19939

Registration is required for all bidders prior to sale. A $4,000.00 deposit (Cash or Cashiers/certified check payable to Sheriff of Sussex County) and valid driver’s license or photo I.D. are required to register.

TERMS: 20 percent of the purchase money will be demanded on day of sale (The $4,000.00 Bidder Registration Fee will be credited to the 20% deposit). Cash or Cashier's Check is required. The balance is to be paid on or before 7/21/25. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on 7/25/25; subject to a 2 1/2 percent Delaware Realty Transfer Tax; 1 1/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 1 1/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser; and subject to 1 1/2 percent Sussex County Realty Tax, 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Any further Transfer Tax is the responsibility of the Purchaser. The Purchaser will be required to pay the cost of the deed. If the Purchaser fails to comply with these terms the percentum paid at the time of sale will be forfeited. Please make checks payable to: Sheriff of Sussex County.

Seized and taken in execution the property of NATASHA LAJEUNESSE A/K/A NATASHA MARIE LAJEUNESSE (11) and will be sold by Robert T. Lee, Sheriff

2T

Schedule:

Requirements:

* Reliable and punctual.

* Ability to follow instructions and perform physically demanding tasks.

* Previous masonry experience preferred but not required.

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

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

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

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

2014 JEEP WRANGLER

72k miles, 3.6L, new brakes. Great shape! Asking $15k. Call 302-362-0523

CLASSIC 1999 BEACH JEEPWrangler. Good Tires, Rims, 6cyl, and custom Raptor paint inside & out. Runs & looks Great! An Awesome Toy for only $6,900!

302-236-6215

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

DONATE YOUR CAR/TRUCK/RV - Lutheran Mission Society of MD

Compassion Place min3istries 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

THULE ROOF BOX with adjustable rails 36”x78” with keys $425 845-542-1838 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

with trailer, life jackets, and trolling motor. $3,200. Call 302-539-8870 and leave message.

“PELICAN” KAYAK

10’ Sit-In Very Good Condition. $100 OBO

302-537-3880

2019 YAMAHA

WAVERUNNER EX SPORT

50hrs, Lifejackets, cover, & trailer included. Good Condition $7500 717-554-7184

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

Assorted rods with reels for surf and boating $10-25 each. Fully equipped 3 tier tackle box with lures, sinkers, and hooks. (many still in orig. packaging.) $20 OBO. Sweep re 3000 - 2 B shing reel still in packaging $15, Eagle Claw shing knife with leather sheath $10 hand carved large wooden sign saying “The Boat House” $25 boat hook $8. Call or text

302-217-8089

POWERWINCH MODEL

AP1500 (remote control)

12volt rated 5k lbs $80

302-542-9500

BOAT WHIPS 8ft $100. Fly Rod $17

302-436-9005

PERSON KAYAK $80. 302541-4547

PENN SQUALL 15

Conventional Fishing Reel. In very good condition with magnetic cast control. $100 302-373-6968

LOADRITE GALVANIZED

1989 BOAT TRAILER. (had 20ft boat) 24 rollers, 3,680lb GVWR. DE Title, tagged until Dec 2025 $650 OBO 302-542-9500

MARINE FUEL TANK

Moeller 18gal model # FT1849 Below deck 22”x16”x14”tall. Cost $400 selling at $160 302-542-9500

MARINE GAS TANKS

Portable above deck. Like includes ttings new, 6gl $50 & 3gal $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 302-542-9500

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! LARGE DISPLAY

CABINET Framed Glass

Doors with top light and bottom storage. New Condition . 302-579-0026

FREE! TPatio Furniture. 6 chairs with coushions. Small storage cabinet and BBQ 732-910-0505

FREE! To anyone who can take it away. Iron Patio Table & 4 Chairs 717-979-7282

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

KING & QUEEN

Headboard $30 each 302-229-7898

TV CABINET $40 302-229-7898

OUTDOOR BISTRO SET $40 443-763-1378

OVAL COFFEE TABLE & 2 END Tables. Glass Tops, Mint Condition $90 cash 302-579-0026

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

ROCKER Aprox 24”w x 43”h. Pick up only $25 609-247-3649

JEWELRY CABINET

New Condition. Lift top with mirror. Ring drawer & earring drawer, 3 bottom drawers $80 302-579-0026

LIKE NEW “BAHAMA” DINING Room table and 6 chairs. 78x44. Glass top with inlaid wood, includes 18” leaf. $250 OBO 571-216-2242

LEAD

Apply online at: DelawareStateJobs.com

SINGER FORMING BAND

FOR FUN SUMMER

GIGS

… 70’s and 90’s, e.x. Big Brother and Holding, Stone Poneys, Eagles, Elvis, Motown, etc. Need full band and 3 backup singers, i.e. (The Supremes). Please Send questions and note of interest to: darstar75@yahoo.com, Practice start mid-May in Ocean View

NISSAN 9.8 HP BOAT

MOTOR low hours excellent condition $700 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

40 INCH SONY HDTV with stand. Excellent Condition $50.302-436-5836

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 & 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

WORX CORDED LEAF BLOWER Mod WG520 $15 Call or text 603-205-2909

BLACK&DECKER 17in

Corded Hedge Trimmer, Mod BEHT150 $10 Call or text 603-205-2909

16-32’ EXTENSION LADDER $45. Leave Message 302-539-5209

18X36 CRAFTSMAN lawn roller $150 410-299-1581

HUSQVARNA 48” RIDING Lawnmower. Like New, Runs Great $400 443-397-3377 Ask for Mike

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 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 NEW PATIO HEATER Bronze, with LED Table. $75 Firm 302-732-3637

LIKE NEW/USED MEDICAL equiptment. INVACARE electric wheelchair $400. Feather lightweight wheelchair $400. INVACARE Hospital bed $200. Please leave message 302-470-9335

WEBER SPIRIT II GAS GRILL w/cover, 3/4 tank full & 21 drip trays. $225 Call or text 603-205-2909 Millsboro WORX 4-1/2” CORDED Compact Circular Saw. Mod WX429L$10. Call or text 603-205-2909

METAL DETECTOR Fisher F2. Find your treasure $35 Call or text 603-205-2909 MOTORCYCLE APPAREL & Accessories. Reasonably Priced! 717-979-7282

CONVENTIONAL & MICROWAVE COMBO $95 Please leave message 301-802-0431

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

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

24’ LADDER. FIBERGLASS with 300lb rating. New $389 and selling for $100. Must leave message 410-939-7714

2 CRAFTSMAN GARDEN TILLERS 2HP $60 & 6HP $150. 410-299-1581

GREEN WORKS 2000 PSI1.2gpm Pressure Washer. Like New $199 302-436-9133

HUSQVARNA LEAF BLOWER Model 225 HBV w/owners manual. Sold as is. $35 OBO. Please call 302-855-0631 Leave message and phone number

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

2 GUITAR STANDS

$10 each 302-436-9005

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

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

GREENLEAF EMERSON Row

Doll House Kit, still sealed in box, $150 or best offer, pick up only, 609 247 3649

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

SOFA, chocolate brown chenille, 97" long, super comfy, washable cushion covers, 3 yrs old, $150 (paid $800 from Monogram), near Millville. Call/text for pics: 302.278.3993

WERNER 20FT EXTENSION

LADDER D1520-2 extra heavy duty $150 OBO. 302-564-7564

WOOD LECTURN used once $50 302-381-5408

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. 302-8298400

IRON FISH SHAPED WINE

RACK Holds 20 Bottles of Wine $60. 302-743-1903

TWIN 100FT TANKS with manifold $500. 302-854-9498

POWERBACK 5250 WATTS

GENERATOR excellent condition. $200 302-745-4122

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

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

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

BEACH Master Bedroom with private bath. Excellent location, walk to town. 1 1/2 blocks to Beach. Fully furnished all utilities included. $1350 a month Call Bill 240-899-8525

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

FUJIFILM UNDERWATER

Digital Camera with batteries & accessories $70. 302-743-1903

ARTTRICKS CALLIGRAPHY Set $10. 302-743-1903

Bethesda Road: 2BR/1BA single family home in Georgetown. $1,600 per month + utilities.

Cedar Bay: 2BR/2BA condo in Ocean View. 55+ community. $1,850 per month + utilities.

Hosier St.: 4BR/2BA, unfurnished duplex in Selbyville. $2,000 per month + 2% rental tax.

Creekside: 4BR/3.5BA fully furnished 3 story townhome in Millville. $2,400 per month + utilities and 2% rental tax.

Silver Woods: 3BR/2BA single family home with garage in Ocean View. $2,400 per month + utilities.

All units are N/S, N/P unless otherwise noted. Credit application and security deposit required.

Creek Haven: 4BR/2.5BA, 2 story single family home with 2 car garage. $2,500 per month + utilities and 2% rental tax.

Saltwater Landing: 3 BD / 2.5 BA furnished single family home with office and 2 car garage in Selbyville. $2800 per month + utilities and 2% rental tax. Lawn Maintenance included.

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.

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

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

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

50 ROMANCE BOOKS .25 cents each. 302-541-0475

5 BRAND NEW Ravensburger Puzzles. $12 each 302-541-0475

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

POWDER BLUE RUG good cond, 65”L x 41”W. $40 Ocean View 717-521-7955 GET BOOST INFINITE 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 OUTAGES 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

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

AFFORDABLE OFFICE SPACE FOR RENT. Professional Counseling Of ce Setting. Lobby Use & Admin Space Included. Call 302-249-2845

SUNLOVER HAVANESE of Ellendale has puppies from champion and health-tested bloodlines ready to go! $3500. Both male and female available. Please contact libby.naimo@yahoo.com or call 732-580-6032 FMI

XL HARD SIDED TRAVEL Kennel. $30 302-245-7149 2 RED EARED SLIDERS Turtles. 80 gallon tank, lters, heat lamp, heater, food & supplies. Many accessories. $350. 302-436-1688

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

SENIORS IN NEED OF ASSISTANCE. Experienced adult female. Available 5-20hrs a week. For light housekeeping, meal prep and daily tasks. 302-824-0789

CONCEPT 2 MODEL E ROW-

ING MACHINE Excellent condition. Found in Most Quality Gyms. Orig: $1,395 Sale $450. Call or Text

302-545-9825

PING GOLF BAG 11 Irons, 3 Woods, & 2 Putters $265 845-542-1838

RALEIGH C40 Premium Ladies Bike. Flat Handlebar s/m 24 speed. British Racing Green. Pristine Condition $350 302-278-1441

2 HOCKEY STICKS

& 2 Pucks $10 302-644-7234

MENS BIKE $40 Please leave message 301-802-0431

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. Lvg msg. 302-988-1204

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.

SCHWINN BOYS BIKE New Condition. $50 302-616-1699

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

NIKE golf clubsand NIKE bag Full set of irons and driver, 3 wood and 5 wood. $280.00. 302-265-6646

LONGBOARD 9’2” with Travel Bag $300 must leave message . 410-939-7714

BIKES: Raleigh SC-7 (sport comfort 7 speed) green mens medium bike with mirror $100. LA Free Lite mens silver bike with original battery, charger, multi-speed feature, and mirror, used only about a dozen times but charged regularly $150 OBO. Womens red Sun Cruiser with mirror and new grips $40. Pictures available upon request. Call or Text 302-217-8089

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 Magna xl2 21 speed all terrain bike. Brakes, 26” antislip tires suspension fork. $50.00 302-339-7691

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 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

This Weekend

❐ Fri, June 6 & Sat, June 7 8am-?

Rain or Shine

Shed Clean Out! Household and so much more. New and gently used items. Don’t miss this sale!

35 West Church Street Selbyville DE 19975

❐ Sat, June 7 7am-12pm

Rain or Shine

Multi-Family Yard Sale! Housewares, Furniture, Kids Supplies, Clothes & More! 33140 Main Street Dagsboro DE 19939

❐ Sat, June 7 7am-1pm

Rain or Shine

Semi-Annual Multi-Family Yard Sale. Furniture, tools, ladders, BBQ grill, A/C, clothes & shoes for kids and adults, NEW toys, electronics, game systems for parts, screen door, vintage dishware, pool pump, rain barrel, housewares, roller blades, and so much more! 37105 Hudson Road off Rt. 54, Selbyville DE 19975

❐ Sat, June 7 7am-1pm

Rain or Shine

Large Multi-Family Yard Sale. Kids toys, Women's & Men's clothing. Household and Kitchen items, Decorative items, bikes, a little bit of everything. Price to sell.

32602 Townsends Rd, Frankford De 19945

❐ Sat, June 7 8am-12pm

Rain Date 6/8

Multi-Family Yard Sale! Baby and Children’s Items, Household, Tools, Electronics, Furniture, & Much More!

37484 Venezia Court Ocean View DE 19970

❐ Sat, June 7 8am-12pm

Rain Date 6/14

Bethany West Community Yard Sale! Rt. 26 Across from St. Ann's. Look for balloons for participating families. GPS: 744 Half Moon Drive Bethany Beach

❐ Sat June 7 8am-12pm

Rain or Shine

Moving Sale! Like new Weber grill, Solo stove, porch furniture, bar stools, kitchen items, garage tools, and more! 37552 Bella Via Way Ocean View DE 19970 (The Reserves)

❐ Sat June 7 8am-12pm

Rain or Shine

Multi-Family Yard Sale! Household Goods, Clothes, ETC.

34491 Frogfarm Lane Dagsboro DE 19939

❐ Sat, June 7 8am-12pm

Rain or Shine

Swann Cove/Swann Cove West Community Yard Sale! Murphy Bed, Dining Set, Bikes, Home Items, Pictures etc. & so much more. SEE YOU THERE! Rt 54 & Fenwick Blvd (behind Food Lion)

❐ Sat, June 7 8am-12pm

Rain Date 6/8

The Reserves Community Yard Sale and Bake Sale! Amazing selection of items at unbelievable prices!

33074 Marbella Plaza Ocean View DE 19970

❐ Sat, June 7

8am-1pm

Rain or Shine

Bayview Landing Community Yard Sale! Something for Everyone! GPS: 37874 Bayview Circle East Selbyville DE 19975

❐ Sat, June 7

8am-1pm

Rain or Shine

Cedar Landing Community. Multi-Family Yard Sale! Wheelbarrow, garden items, new trash can enclosure (still in box) kitchenware, small appliances, puzzles (30+) decorative items, quality clothes & shoes plus much more!

38087 Creekside Circle Ocean View DE 19970

❐ Sat, June 7 8am-1pm

Rain or Shine

Garage Sale! Women’s clothing XL/16, household/home decor, books, new & used misc.

Cedar Landing Community Yard Sale. Cedar Neck Rd Ocean View DE 19970

❐ Sat, June 7 8am-2pm Rain or Shine

Cedar Landing Community Yard Sale!

❐ Sat, June 7 & Sun June 8 8am-2pm Rain or Shine

Don’t miss out on part of the “Reserves” Community Event! Household, Pottery Barn, Decorative Items, Accessories, Gardening, Beach, Hardware, Tools, Pictures/Picture Frames ETC. Nice Clean Stuff. 33261 Paradisio Greens Ocean View DE 19970

❐ Sat, June 7 9am-1pm Rain or Shine

Lots of Beach Decor, Kids Toys, Puzzles, Pictures, & Kitchen Items. 38210 Piney Point Lane Ocean View DE 19970

❐ Sat June 7 9am-1pm Rain or Shine

Moving Sale! Lawn & Garden Supplies, Tools, John Deere riding mower. Some Furniture, Artwork, Grill, Houseplants including Orchids and Tea Cup Cacti. 35978 Squirrels Run Circle, Ocean View DE 19970

Upcoming

❐ Fri, June 13, 6pm- 8pm, Sat, June 14, 8am-1pm Rain or Shine Sat June 21st 1/2 price sale of all thats left! Friday is Premiere Night "$2 donation" Millville United Methodist Church will hold its Annual Yard Sale in the Wesley Hall next to the Church

❐ Sat, June 14 7am-1pm Rain or Shine

Bethany Forest Community Yard Sale!

Directions: From Rt. 1, West on Rt. 26 on White Necks Rd (at Millville Pet Store) straight back to end at hard left, turn right into Community.

❐ Sat, June 14 8am-12pm Rain or Shine

VFV Post 7234 Yard Sale. Largest outside yard sale in Ocean View! Breakfast sandwiches will be sold at the Gazebo. 29265 Marshy Hope Way Ocean View DE 19970

❐ Sat, June 14 8am-12pm Rain Date 6/15

Country Village Annual Yard Sale!

Across from OVPD on Central Ave

❐ Sat, June 14

8am-12pm Rain Date 6/15

Photography on canvas and matted (overstocked local photographer) photography equipment and vintage Cannon camera, tools, jewelry, vintage fishing poles and gear, Longaberger baskets, too many items to list!

30171 Territory Trail Ocean View DE 19970 (across from James Farm) Cedar Neck Rd

❐ Sat, June 14

8am-2pm Rain or Shine

Fairway Village Community Yard Sale! HUGE!! Housewares, furnishings, furniture, sports equipment, tools, books/games, clothes, collectibles, pictures, bric-a-brac, hidden treasures, you name it, there will be something for everyone!

Located in Ocean View; entrances off Central Avenue and Beaver Dam Road.

❐ Sat, June 14 8:30am-12:30pm Rain Date 6/15

Community Yard Sale! Whites Creek Manor (off Old Mill Road in Ocean View DE) There will also be a Bake Sale in front of the Community Pool.

By Jan Buckner Walker

The Original Crossword Puzzle for Kids and Their Favorite Adults

Kids Across

1. What goes up when rain comes down

4. It's a great place to play with a colorful, in atable ball

6. The type of wheel a driver turns to make the other four on a car turn, too

8. It sits on the table. It's round and it's curved. You can dip your spoon in it when your soup has been served.

9. To scribble whatever you want on a pad of paper

11. Noah's big boat that set sail with pairs of bears and other creatures

13. Which U.S. state's name contains four squiggly letters? (It's also the name of the river that ows

through the state)

16. A driver speeds in a _____ as he drives around the curves of the track

18. Now hear this!: All mammals have ___ 3Ds

19. A slice of ____ is perfect for a glass of iced tea

21. A tasty pumpkin dessert in a crust

23. A slithering reptile who sticks out his tongue

24. It's a green fruit that's as sour as a 19A

Parents Down

2. Busy ower pollinator with a curvaceous little gure

3. Beagle's oppy body part

5. Circle of neighbors

7. Oval facial feature you will

see in a blink

8. Still-closed rose

10. It's 18A in Spanish

12. Multicolored arch that follows the storm

13. DiMaggio's dame: Platinum blond superstar of '50s fame

14. Jambalaya essential

15. Twisted dough, served salted

17. Curved walking stick (or white, striped, edible, miniature version of it)

20. Initials of the American who, in his long ght for civil rights, remarked "The arc of the universe is wide, but it bends toward justice"

22. Global company known for its light bulbs (abbr.)

34650 SENTRY CT #146, SELBYVILLE

Rare opportunity to live in The Overlook on a private cul-de-sac. This 5BR, 4-bath detached property with an elevator is situated on a beautiful marsh with creeks and overlooks the Little Assawoman Bay. The resortstyle clubhouse, state-of-the-art tness center, and large pool offer breathtaking bayside views. The 24-boat slips marina is open for the avid boater, and a kayak launch is perfect for a day out on the bay. You can host comfortably in the open living areas, or unwind in your beautiful rst- oor owner’s suite.

$1,100,000 (DESU2084354)

Call Sandra Erbe (c) 443-848-3004

UNDERCONTRACT

5 BRIDGE RD, BETHANY BEACH

Under Contract in Middlesex Beach!! This Fully Furnished 6 bedroom, 3.5 bath home is perfectly situated on nearly half an acre with plenty of room to entertain friends and family. Enjoy a thoughtfully designed reverse open-concept oor plan with an updated kitchen and modern baths. Multiple decks, a screened-in porch, 2 outdoor showers, covered parking, and plenty of storage for bikes and beach chairs. Beautifully decorated, meticulously maintained, this charming getaway is just a short walk to your private beach.

$1,650,000 (DESU2083916)

Call Betsy Perry (c) 301-938-1472

22041 SEAPORT SQ, SELBYVILLE Golf & Pond Front!

75K Price Improvement on a Pondfront home w/ sweeping golf course views too! Popular Schell Brothers King sher model is an unfurnished 4 BD, 2.5 BA home in Bayside community, home of a Jack Nicklaus Signature golf course & the Freeman Stage! BONUS: an almost nished 5th BD w/ room for a bathroom too!

$1,425,000 (DESU2084468) Call Danny Taglienti (c) 410-430-2721

24818 RIVERS EDGE RD, MILLSBORO

Spacious home on premier half-acre lot in Stonewater Creek features a beautiful parklike backyard with large paver patio — ideal for entertaining, relaxing, or even adding a pool. The tree-lined setting offers privacy and endless possibilities. Enjoy fantastic community amenities including a pool, clubhouse, tness center, tennis courts, and playground — all just minutes from beaches, shopping, dining, and major routes. Schedule your private tour today!

$480,000 (DESU2082342)

Call Nancye Vermillion (c) 302-500-9255

gourmet kitchen, 1-car garage, golf cart & more in a sought-after, premier golf community!

$570,000 (DESU2064340) Call Danny Taglienti (c) 410-430-2721