Coastal Point — October 17, 2025

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Millvillecouncilapprovesannexationof9acres

TheMillvilleTownCouncilthis weekapprovedannexationofabout9 acresonClubHouseRoadintotown limits.

Theannexation,approvedunanimously,involvedtwoparcels—one ownedbythedevelopersoftheproposedClubHouseCrossingcommunity

Protestorsunmoved by‘FirstAmendment’ ordinancereboot

WhentheOceanViewTownCouncilmetthismonth,thecouncilchamber wasagainfilledtostanding-room-only capacitywiththoseprotestingthe Town’snewordinanceChapter77,also knownas“theFirstAmendmentordinance.”

Initsoriginalform,theordinance establishedguidelinesandapermitting processforassembliesintownparksand onTown-ownedproperty,heldunder theprovisionsoftheFirstAmendment. ACLUDelawaresubsequentlycalled foritsrepeal,asdidabout17people gatheredatJohnWestParkbeforethe Sept.9councilmeeting.Theprotestors carriedAmericanflagsandsignswith sloganssuchas“Freespeech4all,” “Handsofffreespeech”and“Our foundersknewfreedomofspeechis meaninglesswithoutfreedomofassembly.”

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andtheotherbytheBarnettfamily.

TheBarnettpropertyisabout2.7 acres,andtheClubHouseCrossing parcelisabout6.7acres,accordingto MillvilleCode&BuildingOfficialEric Evans.

Council membersalsovotedunanimouslytoamendtheTown’szoning maptochangetheBarnettpropertyto R-1(residential)andtheClubHouse CrossingpropertytoR-2.TheR-2cat-

egorygivesdevelopersmoreleewayon thetypesofhomespermitted,allowing duplexes,Evanssaid.

Publichearingswereheldbeforethe votes.Therewerenowrittenororal commentsfromthepublic,eitherforor againsttheannexationsorthezoning changes.

The councilalsoapprovedfinalsite plansforSeaIsleBayVillage(formerly FKAWestVillageB),partofMillville

BytheSea,locatedonthewestsideof Route17(RoxanaRoad)attheintersectionwithPowellFarmRoad.

SeaIsleBayVillagewillinclude32 30-footsingle-familyhomesand3240footsingle-familyhomes,accordingto SteveMarshofLandTechLandPlanninginOceanView.

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Agroupofwhiteibis(thejuvenilesarebrown)staketheirclaimtotheirownlittlesliceofthe‘AmericanDream.’

ArmoryandBayardRoadsclosingforconstruction

Peopleshouldchecktheircommute beforedrivingacrosstown,astemporary roadclosuresareplannedforopposite sidesofthe19945ZIPcode.The DelawareDepartmentofTransporta-

tion(DelDOT)hasannouncedroad projectsonArmoryRoad(nearDagsboroandOmar)andBayardRoad(near BayardandRoxana). Motoristsshouldalwaysusecaution, watchfordetoursigns,slowdown aroundflaggersandexpectminordelays inthearea.

ArmoryRoad(Route20)willclose betweenDukesRoadandOmarRoad, fromMondaymorning,Oct.27,until Mondaymorning,Nov.3,tocomplete abridgerehabilitationprojectthat

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Inresponse,thecouncil,attheTuesday,Oct.14meeting,introducedaresolutiontorepealtheordinanceand replaceitwithanother,titled“CommunityActivities,”to“protecttheFirst Amendmentrightsofthecitizensofthe TownofOceanView;promotethegeneralhealth,safetyandwelfareofthe community;ensurethereareadequate numbersofTownpersonneltomaintain publicorderandtrafficcontrol;andestablishguidelinesunderwhichCommunityActivitiesmaybeheldand regulationsforcompetingusesofthe Town’spublicproperty.”

Itdescribesacommunityactivity“an expressiveactivityconsistingofaparade,procession,marchorassembly consistingofpersons,animals,vehicles oranyothercombinationthereof,which istoassembleortravelinunisononany publicstreet,highway,alley,sidewalkor otherTown-designatedpublicway whichdoesnotcomplywithnormalor usualtrafficregulationsorcontrolsor one suchactivityoccurringinaTown parkoronTown-ownedproperty.”

Intheordinance,“spontaneousactivity”isdescribedas“acommunityactivityinreactiontocurrentnewsoraffairs comingintopublicknowledgelessthan 48hourspriortosuchcommunityactivity.”

Undertheproposedreplacementor-

dinance,anadministrativefeeof$25 willbecharged,andviolationscouldresultinafineofupto$250.

Beforepubliccommentsbeganat thisweek’smeeting,TownManager CarolHoucksaidthenewordinance wasonlybeingintroducedthatdayand thecouncilwouldnotrespondtoany commentsaboutit.

Theordinanceisscheduledtobeofficiallyintroducedforitsfirstreadingat theTuesday,Nov.18,meeting,andthe councilcouldvoteonitonitssecond reading,attheTuesday,Dec.9,meeting. (TheNovembercouncilmeetingwillbe onthethirdTuesdayofthemonthinsteadofonthesecondTuesday,because Nov.11isVeteransDay.)

Amongthoseaddressingthecouncil about theordinancewasCherylSiskin ofRehobothBeach,whosaidtherevisedordinanceis“alotlessoffensiveto theConstitution,butthereisaprovisionintheretowardtheendthatsays thepersonwhofilesthepermitisresponsiblefordisorderlyconductby otherpeople,butthereisnothinginthe lawthatsupportsthat.”

Puttingthatresponsibilityonothers, “It’sachillingeffectontheFirst Amendment,”shesaid.

SandiRobertsofSouthBethanytold the councilshewon’tpatronizeany businessesorrestaurantsinOceanView townlimits“aslongasthisordinanceis ineffect,andIwillencourageeveryone todothesame.…Someactionshavefi-

nancialconsequences.”

Anotherwomansaidthereshouldbe freedomtoexpressopinionsandthat wavingsignsonpublicpropertyisnot illegal.

Aresidentwhoapproachedthe podiumwearingafacemask—prohibitedduringprotests,undertheoriginal ordinance—toldthecouncil,“You’re not tellingmeIcan’twearamask.I’m goingtotellyousomething.I’mgoing towearamask.Mybrotherlosthislife toCOVID.I’mnotlosingmine.IfI havetogetarrestedforwearingamask, sobeit.You’renotgoingtokillme.”

PamPeterson,amemberofIndivisibleSouthernDelaware,toldthecouncil thereisnoneed“forthisgravesenseof controlthathascomeaboutbyyourordinance.”

BarbaraKatzofBethanyBeachsaid sheis“bewilderedastowhytheTown enactedtheordinance”andsaidtherevisedversion“stillhasproblemsrelated torestrictionsconcerningtime,money involvedandthesizeofthegroup.”She saidtherehavebeenmanypeaceful demonstrationsinBethanyBeachthis yearthathaven’tscaredawaytouristsor damagedproperty,andanotheroneis plannedthisweekend.

“IspendalotofmoneyinOcean View.Ipatronizealotofthebusinesses hereand…Iamnotgoingtopatronize anyofthebusinessesherewhilethisor-

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Localbusinessesandresidences willremainaccessiblethroughoutthe 0.8milesofArmoryRoad,butthe bridgeitselfwillbecompletelyclosed.

BridgeNo.3-440crossesatinytip ofVinesCreek,betweenBennettOrchardsandCommunityLutheran Church.It’swithin2milesofIndian RiverHighSchoolandseveral churches,smallbusinessesandfamily farms.

TheofficialdetourforRoute20 pass-throughtrafficis:

•Motoriststravellingnorthbound fromPyleCenterRoad(Route20) willinsteadturnleftontoOmarRoad westboundtowardFrankford,turn rightontoHonoluluRoad,turnright ontoClaytonAvenue,turnrightonto VinesCreekRoadandcometothe Route20/26intersection(andturn rightagainfortheArmoryRoadintersection).

•Motoriststravellingsouthbound onRoute20willinsteadturnright ontoDagsboro’sMainStreet,head southtowardFrankford,turnleftat HonoluluRoad,turnleftonOmar Road,andcometotheRoute20intersection.

DelDOToriginallyplannedfor continuous5-monthclosurethat wouldhavelastedintoJuly,butcompressedandamendedthetimeline afterpublicfeedback.

Localbusinessownersagreedthat thebridgeneededfixing,butthey warnedagainstimpactingthesummer season.Route20isbothasignificant routeforbeachandbusinesspassthroughtraffic,plusyou-pickfarm traffic,wherelocalfarmsmaketheir money.

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saidtheplannershadmetallTownrequirements.

Sincethreecouncilmembers— RobertWisgirda,SharonBrienzaand DebbieSosnoski—liveinMillvilleBy theSea,theyrecusedthemselvesfrom voting,andthesiteplanspassedwith MayorRonaldBelinkoandCouncil TreasurerJosephParentvotinginfavor.

Belinkoannouncedduringthemeetingthattherewillbeanopeningonthe Planning&ZoningCommissionasof Jan.1,2026,andtheTownisseeking memberswhodonotliveinBishop’s Landing orMillvilleBytheSea,which arealready“over-represented”onthe commission.

HesaidtheTownhadalreadyhad onerepresentativefromBishop’sLandingandthathetoldthatperson“that neighborhoodisalreadyrepresented”on thecommission.

Wisgirdaaddedofhomeowners’associationsthat“thereare14HOAsin town,andbasicallytwocontrolthings now.”

“Youmayrecallinthespring,we didanexpeditedbridgerehabilitation projectoutthere…andobviously [wantedtoavoid]theimpactwe wouldhavehadonthefarmsinthe earlyspring.Wewereabletocondensethatscheduledown,getthe mainbridgeworkdoneandreopenit aroundMemorialDay,”saidC.R. McLeod,DirectorofDelDOTCommunityRelations.

AsforlateOctober,“Thisseemed likeagoodwindowtothreadtheneedle”betweennearbyHalloweenharvestcelebrationsandotherproject constraints.

Projectdetailsareonlineat https://deldot.gov/projects.

BayardRoaddetour foronemonth

BayardRoadwillclosebetween ZionChurchRoad(Route20)and OldMillBridgeRoad,fromMonday, Oct.20,untilThursday,Nov.20, weatherpermitting.Thisistoinstall SussexCountysewerandwatermains, completecurbworkandfull“box-out” oftheroadway.

“TheBayardRoadclosureisfor theinstallationofaSussexCounty sewerconnectionforthenewdevelopment,BrooklandFarmonBayard, andworkwillbetakingplacenearthe entranceofthecommunityandthat roadiscalledReedyPoint,”said McLeod.

“Theroadgetsexcavatedsothose pipescanberun…undertheroadway,”headded.

“Abox-outisalmostlikeaculvert. They’llexcavateasectionofthe road—that’swherethepipesand thingswillberunacross,”safelyencasedinaculvert-likestructure,which isalargetunnelorpipethatpasses underaroadorbridge.

Localbusinessesandresidences willremainaccessiblethroughoutthe 1.2milesofBayardRoad,butdetours maybenecessarytoreachtheirdestinations.

Theofficialdetouris: ·MotoriststravelingnorthfromJohnsonRoadwillinsteadturnleftonto ZionChurchRoad,turnrightonto WilgusCemeteryRoad,andendat theBayardRoadintersection.

·MotoriststravelingsouthonBayardRoadwillturnrightontoWilgus CemeteryRoad,turnleftontoZion ChurchRoad,andcometotheBayard Roadintersection.

Suchprojectsaren’ttypicallylisted onDelDOT’sprojectwebsitebecause theroadwayitselfisnotchanging configurations—it’sjustbeingopened upforpublicutilities.That’salsowhy thereisn’tthetraditionalpublicengagementduringprojectplanning, McLeodexplained.

Forgeneralinformation,visitDelDOT’swebsiteatwww.deldot.govor tunetoWTMC-AM1380.

Fenwickofficialshearstormmitigationupdates

Ascoastaltownsdealtwithfloodingfromanor’easterthisweek,membersofFenwickIsland’sInfrastructure Committeeheardanupdateonefforts tomitigatetheimpactsofthosetypes ofstorms.

Whilethecommitteemet,mostly viaZoom,severalstreetsonFenwick Island’sbaysidewerestillcoveredin waterfromthenor’easter,which broughtmostlyhighwindsandsurf, butnotmuchrain,tothecoastal areas.

ThereportwaspresentedbyrepresentativesfromStraughanEngineering,thefirmhiredbytheTownto helpitestablisharesiliencyplan.

StraughanengineersLarryTrout andShellieDeMosstoldthegroup thattheyaremovingfromthefirst phaseoftheproject,datacollection, intothesecondphase,whichinvolves puttingtogetheraplantohelpFenwickIslanddealwithissuesranging frombaysidefloodingtorisingocean watersresultingfromclimatechange.

Thedatabeinggatheredincludes informationontides,wavesandwind collectedfromtheU.S.ArmyCorps ofEngineers,theU.S.GeologicalSurvey,theNationalOceanic&Atmos-

phericAdministration(NOAA)and otheragencies.

Alsoincludedareanalysesofpreviousdamage,sea-levelriseevaluations thatshowareaspronetotidalflooding andgraphicsshowingpotential“g reen infrastructure”projectsthatcouldbe usedtopreventflooding.

Troutpresenteda“matrix”that showsprioritiesthathavebeenidentifiedforFenwickIsland’sresiliency project.Thefourcategoriestobefocusedonare:threatstopeopleand property;threatstotowninfrastructure,suchasstreets;“actionability,”or whatcanbedoneandwhere;andhow feasibleitisforaparticularprojectto beimplemented.

MostoftheTown’sfocuswillbeon baysideflooding.Issuescausedbya risingsealevelontheoceansidewill fallmostlyunderstateandfederaljurisdiction,accordingtoTrout.He mentionedaseawallalongthewest sideofCoastalHighway(Route1)as oneconceptthatstateofficialshave beenlookingatinrecentyears.

Sea-levelrisewillalsohaveanimpactonbaysideproperties,though, Troutsaid.

“Therealityissea-levelriseisincreasing,”Troutsaidasheshoweda mapofvulnerableareasbytheyear 2050.“Itisascarymap,butitiswhat itis.”

TroutsaidcommitteememberJon Miller’sassessmentthat“mostofthe baysidewillsuccumbtothemean hightidewater”by2050isaccurate. “Yeah,withoutsomesortof…work donetotrytopreventthat,”Trout agreedsuchfloodingislikelytooccur daily,atleastonceatthetimeofthe highesthightideoftheday.

“Therealityis,sea-levelriseisaccelerating,it’snotslowingdown,” Troutsaid.Whenthemostrecent projectionsweremadein2017,sealevelrisewasestimatedtobeoneinch every10years.Thatrateis“goingup,” hesaid.

Amongissuesthestudywillencompassaregroundwaterissues— howtheyaffectthefloodingandwhat canbedonetoeasethem.

CommitteememberTimLeahy saidhefindsthedataongroundwater “f ascinating.Thereisquiteaseasonal variation,”ingroundwaterlevels,he said.

Aspartofthestudy,Troutsaid,the firmwilllookat“Whenitrains, wheredoesthewatergo?”

Anotherareaoffocuswillbethe town’sbulkheadsalongthebayand canalareas.

“Wearetryingtobuildatoolkit withdifferentoptions”foraddressing

thesourcesoffloodingthroughoutthe town,saidDeMoss.

“Notallthestreetsaregoingto havethesamesolutions,”Troutsaid, addressingaquestionfromnewcommitteememberVickiCarmean,who saidthat,forexample,onFarmington andSchulzstreet,“decrepitandnonexistent”bulkheadsseemtobeamajor causeoffrequentflooding.

“Raisingbulkheadsisoneofthe options,”Troutsaid.Anothercouldbe “leavingthebulkheadswheretheyare andbuildingleveesbehindthem,”he said.

Troutsaidthestudywillhelpthe Townfigureoutnotonlythemosteffective,butalsothemostcost-effectivewaystocombatfloodingissues. Forexample,hepointedoutthat whileasystemofwaterpumpson eachstreetwouldprobablyhelp, they’reexpensive,at$2millionto$3 millioneach.

Ontheotherendofthespectrum, thestudywillseektoidentifyways boththeTownandindividualhomeownerscanhelpsolvethefloodingissues,hesaid.

“We’renotgoingtoramthisdown yourthroat,”hesaid.Thequestis“to helpyouguysdecidewhattodoand where.”

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FloodmitigationworksettostartNov.1inSouthBethany

TheSouthBethanyCouncil,atthe Friday,Oct.10,meeting,awardedthe bidforYorkRoadfloodmitigationto KinsleyConstructioninDagsborofor $172,217.

TheotherbidwasfromGeorge& LynchInc.,for$340,098.

WorkwillbeginonSaturday,Nov. 1,unlessdelayedbyinclement weather.

TownManagerMaureenHartman saidengineersfromAECOMreviewedthebidsandrecommended Kinsley,addingthatthecompanyalso hasanofficeinWilmingtonandisa reputablecompany.Shesaidflaggers willbeprovidedtoguidetraffic.

“Thatisoneofthethingswe talkedtothemaboutintheverybeginning—thatweneededingressand egress,”Hartmansaid.

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dinanceisonthebooks,”shesaidtoapplausethatbeganbeforeshehadfinishedspeaking.

AnotherOceanViewresidentasked thecouncilto“discontinuetheentire ordinance.”

“Thereissomethingcalledfreedom ofspeechandfreedomofassembly.I justturned80,andyouaretellingmeI can’tdoit?Well,that’snotAmerican.… Thingsaregoingcrazyrightnow.I don’tknowifanybodyhasnoticed,but somebodyhastosaysomething,”she said.

Shesaidtheaverageageofresidents in OceanViewis65.

“Wearenotarabblerousergroup,” shesaidtolaughter.

“Totallygetridoftheentirething. BelikeBethany.BelikeRehoboth,and letthe65-plusand-underpeople— just,please,letushavefreedomof speechandfreedomofassembly,”she saidtocheers.

Corrections

Inourlastissue,wemisidentifiedthe nameoftheBethany-FenwickArea ChamberofCommerce,andshould havesaidannualFire&Icefestivalhas anattendanceofapproximately20,000 people.

Also,thecorrectemploymentstatus ofMichaelBruetteisthatofaSchool ResourceOfficerinSelbyville.

Weregretthemistakes,apologizeto ourreadersandthoseimpactedand strivetodobettergoingforward.

Oh,andignoretheexpletivescoming outofoureditor’soffice.Hebeatshimself upprettybadlyoverthese—ashe should.

CouncilmanBobBiciocchiasked whethertheTownhadreceived“two separatebids”becauseofthelargedifferenceincost.Heaskedhowlong Kinsleyhasbeenoperatinginlower SussexCountyandwhetherthereis anyrecordoftheirpastperformance.

Hartmansaidshedidn’tknowabout pastperformance,butthecompany hasbeeninbusinessabout60years.

“Isthisthefirstjobhere?I’mlookingforsomeinsightastohalfthe cost,”Biciocchisaid.

Hartmansaidengineersreported therewas“nobigdifferencebetween thetwocompanies,butKinsleymet theirnumbers.”Shesaiditistheengi-

neers’jobtoexaminebidsandmake surecompaniesarecredible.

“Weoughttoknowpastperformance,”Biciocchisaid,notingitisa newoffice.“Whatdoesthatmean,exactly?”heasked.

Hartmanrepeatedthatshedidnot know,butanothercouncilmember saidbeinginbusiness50or60years “isgood.”

CouncilmanMarkGilersaidthe councilexpectedthebidtobebetween$325,000and$370,000“but thatdidn’tincludethecontingency, whichis10percent.Thisisnotwhat wewereexpecting,”Gilersaid.

MayorEdieDonderoaskedthe

councilto“lookatitanotherway— notwhyisonebidsomuchlower,but whywasonebidsohigh?”

CouncilwomanChrisKeefesaid bothare“age-oldcompanieswitha tonofexperience”andthatSouth Bethany“doesn’thaveallofthethings Annapolishas.”

“Thereareassumptionsmadeby George&Ly nchthatwemayneed otherthings,andwedonot.Thisisa smalltown.It’soff-season.We’retalkingaboutafewdozenpeople,not thousandsofpeople,andflaggersand lightsatnight—allkindsofovertime

youwouldneedforthat.Ifyoulookat itinthoseterms,you’llprobablyfind Kinsleyhastherightfitforallof this,”shesaid,addingthatperhaps George&Lynchthought,“Well,they arewillingtopayupto$350,000,so let’sgowithit.’…Thesearecompaniesthatwanttomakemoney,”Keefe said.

“Itgivesuswiggleroom…ifthere needstobechangeorders,orifthere issomeunintendedimpactonsomebody’sproperty,wehavethecashon handforthat,”Donderosaid.

Biciocchiaskedhowlongtheprojectwilltake.Hartmansaiditwould beabouttwoweeks.

“Whathappensifthisgoeswrong?” Ciciocchiasked.“Whathappensif theirperformance”issubstandard. “Whathappensiftheroadsinks?”

“Atthisprice,iftheydoitwrong, theycandoitagain,”Gilersaid.

Accountingfirmapproved foranotherterm

ThecouncilthisweekalsoapprovedhiringthePKS&Company P.A.accountingfirmforasecond three-yearterm.

CouncilmanRandyBartholomew saidtheTownhasbeenhappywith thefirmandisinthethirdofthree yearsworkingwithPKS.

Biciocchiaskedwhyonecompany isbetterthananother,and Bartholomewsaidaccountantsinthe firmpreviouslyhiredbytheTown werenotavailableforconsultationor toanswerquestionsindetail,costs werehigherandtheproductwas“not asgoodasitcouldhavebeen.”

“Wewentoutandtriedtofinda replacement.Thisfirmhasbeen knownasagoodsmall-townaudit

firm.Therearenotmanyofthemout there.…Theyhavebeenavailablefor consultation.TheyhavebeenveryinvolvedingettingtheJ.D. Edwardsaccountingsoftwarewherewethinkit needstobe.Theyhavebeensocooperative,andtheirpriceshavebeenreasonable,”Bartholomewsaid.

Committeeguidelines approved

Bya5-2vote,thecouncilapproved committeeguidelinesthathadbeen discussedatpreviousmeetings.CouncilmanBobShieldsandGilerwere opposed.

“Everythingwedoistownbusiness,andIgenerallyagreewiththat conceptthatthespokesmenforthe Townhastobethemayorandtown manager,butthiswouldprecludeus havinganyconversationswiththe media,”Shieldssaidinexplaininghis opposition.

Hesaidheconsidersitpartofthe electedofficial’sdutytotalktothe mediaandclarifyacommenthe made.

“Yes,absolutely,toclarifyacomment,”Donderosaid.

Shieldsaskedwhether,ifthereis strongdisagreementonamatter amongcouncilmembersandamemberofthemediacontactsacouncil memberforfurtherexplanationofa comment,iftalkingtothemediais permissible.Donderosaidheranswer wasthesameastothefirstquestion.

“Youareclarifyingacomment,”she said.

Shieldsaskedifacommitteechairmanneedspermissionfromthetown managerormayorifareporterhasa follow-upquestion.

“Yes,”Donderosaid.

“Whatifthey’reunavailable?” Shieldsasked.

“That’sthereporter’sproblem,” Donderosaid.“You’rewelcometo haveaproblemwithit.Thedesireis theTownneedstospeakwithone voice,soitiscommonpracticethat thereisanofficialspokespersonto representtheofficialpositionofthe Town.…Committeemembersnow arecouncilmembers,sothechairpersonisacouncilperson.

“Wehavehadinstancesinthepast wherecommitteechairshavespoken andgiventhepositionofthecommittee,”themayorsaid.“Thecommittees areextensionsofthetowncouncil,of thetowngovernment,sowecan’thave someonewhoisnotanofficialmemberofthetowngovernmentgivinga comment.…ThisisdesignedtoprotecttheTownandtomakesureweare speakinginaunifiedvoice.”

Biciocchisaidacommitteemember isnotthechairmanorcouncilmember“andthereforecannottalktothe media,nomatterwhatthecircumstanceis,nomatterwhattheeventis. Onlyacouncilpersonandthetown managercanrepresenttheTownto themedia,”hesaid.

Gilersaidacommitteemember doesnotrepresentthepositionofthe Town.

“I’mnotexactlysurewherewe’re goingwiththisconversation.Any humancanspeaktothemediaasa human.…I’mmissingthedistinction here,”Gilersaid.

Donderosaidacommitteechairman“shouldnotbetalkingdirectlyto themediabutfunneledthroughthe mayorandtownmanager,unlessprior consentisgiven.”

OceanViewofficialschasepostofficeanswers

RespondingtoquestionsfromresidentsaboutwhytheOceanViewpost officesuddenlyclosed,OceanViewofficialshavewrittentoU.S.Sen.Chris Coons(D-Del.),askingforanexplanation,TownManagerCarolHoucktold theOceanViewTownCouncilthis week.

“Therearedifferentreasonsout thereastowhy,”shesaid,addingthat townofficialscontactedCoonsto“obtainassistanceingettingacontactpersonforregularupdatesandget communicationaboutwhenourpost officewillberenovated.Itwassetupas temporaryyearsago,andit’sneverbeen anythingtowritehomeabout,”Houck said.

Coons’officehasreplied,sayingofficialsinhisofficeare“waitingfortheinvestigativephase,”Houcksaid.

“Wewillkeepatthat,becausewedo, ofcourse,keepgettingletters,”shesaid attheTuesday,Oct.14,towncouncil meeting.

Novembermeetingdatechanged

OceanViewTownCouncilwillmeet at3p.m.onTuesday,Nov.18,insteadof onTuesday,Nov.11.Houcktoldthe councilthatthechangewasmadebecauseNov.11isVeteransDay.

Newlawfirmappointed

ThecouncilhasappointedtheConnollyGallagherlawfirmtosucceed TownSolicitorVeronicaFaust,whois resigningasofOct.31.Thefirmwill takeoverrepresentingtheTownon Nov.1.

“Representationwillbebythefirm’s

recentlyestablishedcounselingarmof itsgovernmentpracticeundertheleadershipofMaxWalton.Wewillhaveaccess tovariousrepresentativesbasedon topicandneed,andTannerJameson willultimatelyserveassolicitorforour meetings,”Houckhadpreviouslytold theCoastalPoint.

Duringthemeeting,MayorJohn ReddingtonthankedFaustforherservice,andsaidheandthecouncil“wish youeverysuccess,andwehopetosee youatfutureevents”astheaudienceapplauded.

“Ihavebeenveryhonoredtoserve theTown,andIwanttothankthe councilandthemayorandtownstaff. I’mgoingtomissyou.Ihavesomeupcomingprojects,andIneedtoreturn myattentiontomyprivatepractice,”she said,addingthatshewasinfavorof ConnollyGallaghersucceedingher.

Workshopsplanned

Houcktoldthecouncilthatseveral councilworkshopsareplanned.

At12:30p.m.onTuesday,Nov.18, thecouncilwilldiscusspolicecompensationanalysisandremainingproceeds fromthesaleoftheTown’swatersystem.

At3p.m.onTuesday,Dec.2,there willbeaworkshopconcerningtheInternationalAssociationofChiefsofPoliceRiskAnalysis.

At1p.m.onTuesday,Jan.13,2026, therewillbeaworkshoptodiscuss healthinsuranceevaluationoptionspertinenttothe2027-fiscal-yearandenrollment.

GovernorappointsReddington toPoliceCommission

ReddingtonannouncedattheOct.

14meetingthatGov.MattMeyerhas appointedhimtothePoliceOfficer Standards&TrainingCommission,effectiveimmediately.

OceanViewPoliceChiefKenneth McLaughlincongratulatedReddington. “Weareveryproudofyou.Inmy world,thisisreallyabigdeal,andwe areverypleasedthatGov.Meyerselectedyouforthatrole.Itisareallybig deal,andcongratulations,”McLaughlin said,andReddingtonthankedhim.

Policereport

McLaughlin,whilepresentinghis monthlyreport,saidvolunteersatthe policedepartmenthadlogged80hours duringSeptember.

Hesaidanewhighschoolinternhas startedworkingwithpolice.

“Ifyougobythepolicedepartment, shewillbeassistingusinavarietyof tasksthere.Wearehappytohaveher,” hesaid.

Townmanager’sreport

Houck,whilepresentingher monthlyreport,saidOceanViewBrewingCompanywillhavebeertastingsat Hall’sStore,intheHistoricVillagein JohnWestPark,duringtheFire&Ice festivalfromJan.30toFeb.1,2026.The breweryhascreatedcommemorative OceanViewcansofbeer.

AlsoduringFire&Ice,theTown willpartnerwithSanta’sLetters.

“Santa’sLetterswillbeatourpark. Theycollectlettersfromchildrenand

‘Diversityishowwebecomemorehumane’

CoastalPoint•LauraWalter VanessaWinterling,center,triesonatraditionaldressfromMexico’sChiapasregion,alongsideherdaughter,Isabel,left,andguestspeakerCharitoCalvachiMateyko,right,attheSelbyvillePublicLibrary.

TableswerecoveredwithLatin Americanclothingandhandmade musicalinstruments,andthePowerPointwasreadytogo.Butbefore CharitoCalvachi-Mateykoeven

startedherOct.14presentationon “DiversityinLatinAmerica,”she wantedtoshowthehumanity,thedifferentperspectivesandthevaluesthat alreadyexistedintheroomattheSelbyvillePublicLibrary.

Seatedinacircle,thedozenorso attendeescouldsharetheirpersonal

valuesandgoalsinattendingtheprogram.Then,Calvachi-Mateykoplaced anartworkinthecenterofthecircle, onlyfacingsomeoftheguests.Everyonedescribedtheitemasbestthey couldfromtheirownpersonalangle. Finally,everyonebetterunderstood whatwasaroundthecornerthey couldn’tsee.

“That’sthebeautyofdiversity,and that’swhywe’rehere,”saidCalvachiMateyko.“Wearealwaysbringingour perspectives.Whenweshare,we broadenthehorizonsofothers.We helpotherslearn.”

Ifsomeonehadsaid,“Oh,no—I don’tseethat,andyouarewrong,” they’dloseoutonthatadditionalperspective.

“Whentheyheareachother,they hearhowbeautifulweareashuman beings”saidCalvachi-Mateyko,who trainedasalawyerandisnowa restorative-justicepractitioner.

Shethenbegantoshareelements ofLatinAmericanhistory,anthropology,geographyandlanguage,remindingthegroupthathumanscancreate connectionsinawaythatgovernmentsandcorporationsdon’talways do.

duetoitsprevalenceintheAmericas. There’salsothepainfulhistory:the conquistadorswhobetrayedindigenouspeoples,evenafterreceivinggold tributes;theU.S.illegallyfunding warfarein1980sNicaragua,impacting soldiers,civiliansandeconomy;the indigenouspeoplewhoselanguages havedisappeared,especiallyasEuropeanandAmericancolonizersintimidatedorevenmadeitillegaltospeak theirnativetongues.

Eveninlabelingthis“newworld” inhonorofexplorerAmerigo Vespucci,Europeanspavedoverthe namesthatindigenouspeoplegave thecontinents.OneofAmerica’soriginalnameswas“Abya-Yala”generally meaning“landinripematurity,”“land infullbloom,”“landthatflourishes” orsimilar.

“Ilovedoingthis,becauseIunderstandtheimportance.Ienjoymyculturealot,”saidCalvachi-Mateyko, originallyfromEcuador.“Diversityis notanoption.Diversityishowwebecomemorehumane.It’showwe broadenourhorizons.”

Shetouchedonmanytopicsthat classroomsandnewsoutletsdon’talwaysexplore,fromculturetofinance. Shedescribedthecolorsandpatterns thatwomenweaveintoclothingto representtheirfamilyhistories.She explainedthatthe1700sU.S.dollar wasbasedontheSpanishsilverdollar,

TheSelbyvillePublicLibrary wrappedupHispanicHeritageMonth withthisculturalpresentation.Inthe U.S.,HispanicHeritageMonthiscelebratedannuallyfromSept.15toOct. 15,recognizingthecontributionsHispanic/LatinoAmericanshavemadein theU.S.Thetimeframeoftheobservationissignificant,becauseatleast eightCentralandSouthAmerican countriescelebratetheirindependence daysduringthistime.

AccordingtotheSmithsonianInstitution,theterm“Hispanic”signifies aconnectiontoSpainortheSpanish language.“Latino”describesthemany peoplewithculturalorancestralties toLatinAmericaortheCaribbean, whichcanincludeBlack,Indigenous, Asian,Europeanandotherheritages.

AllDelawarelibraryprogramsare listedonlineathttps://delawarelibraries.libcal.com/calendar(clickthe Calendar“ShowAll”menutoselecta location).

Goodnewsonthelocal strawberryscene

Twolocalgrowershavegreatnewsfor strawberrylovers:Aftera2025season thatsawthembothcancelingtheirstrawberrycrops,theyhaveplantedthemagain forthe2026season.

Lastfall,DannyMageeofMagee Farmsmadetheannouncementthatneitherhisfamily’sWilliamsvillenorLewes locationshadplantedastrawberrycrop. Mageesaidatthetimethatreportsofa fungaldiseaseaffectingstrawberryplants thatwerethetypethatgrowwellinthis regionmadeittooriskytoplantacrop.

Mageehadsaidatthedisease,called neopestalotiopsis,hadshownupin alarmingnumbersof“plug”plantsfrom NovaScotia,wheremanyEastCoast growersgettheirplants.Plantssourced fromotherpartsofthecountryweredisease-free,hesaid,butweren’tascompatiblewithEastCoastgrowingconditions.

Afterdecidingnottoplantstrawberrieslastfall,Mageesaid,“Almostimmediately,westartedlookingforasourcefor plantsforthisyear.Wemadeatripdown toNorthCarolina,toagentlemandown there.Theygrowalotofstrawberriesin NorthCarolina,”hesaid.

Mageesaidthemantoldhimofa sourceinCaliforniawithplantsthat couldbegrownhere,but“itwasjustnot costeffective”tohavethemshippedto Delaware,”Mageesaid.

Then,atafielddayeventinWye

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families,andadoptlocalfamiliesand fulfilltheirwishlist.Insteadofbeingon CentralAvenue…theywillbeinthe park,”intimeforthetown’sOldTown HolidayMarket&TreeLightingat1 p.m.onSaturday,Nov.29.

HoucksaidtheSouthCoastalVillageVolunteers—foundedin2020and tenantswhorentspaceattheTown’s administrativebuilding—nowhave 188volunteersprovidingservicesfor members.Foundedasanarmofthe LewesVillageVolunteers,therecently independent501(c)(3)non-profitorganizesvolunteerstohelptheagingstay intheirhomesandthriveinthecommunity,Houcksaid.

Fast-foodordinancesgetOK

Thecouncilapprovedonsecond readingthreeordinances.Oneisregardingfast-foodrestaurants,addingthem tothetableofpermittedusesasspecial exceptionsincertaindistricts,whilethe othersadddevelopmentstandardsfor eachdistrict,aswellasamendasection oftheTowncodetoaddsurgicalcenters,forrenumberingpurposesonly.

SelbyvillehistoricalseriescontinueswithPeppertalk

SincetheSelbyvilleHistoricalSocietystartedpresentingSelbyvilleSpots —briefhistoricalaccountsofthehistoryofthetown—attendeesatthe eventshaveheardfromtheownerofJ. ConnScottfurniture,aswellasfrom JudyCullen,whoexplainedthatfrom 1908to1942,Sears,RoebuckCompanysoldmorethan70,000kitsto buildhouses,andonestillstandsin town.

“JudyCullentalkedaboutSearsand Roebuck,andhowyoucouldbuyakit tobuildahouse.Theysentitonthe train.Judyisaformerartistandteacher withknowledgeofSelbyville’shistory. Hergrandfatherbuilthishousefrom oneofthosekits.Youcouldpickoutany house,anditwasakithouse,like‘a

Nanticoke.’Yougotallthelumber, everything,tobuildthishouse.Thereis stilloneat98MainStreet,”Historical SocietyPresidentIreneBuntingsaid.

At6p.m.onThursday,Oct.23,at Salem Church,WilliamPepperwilltalk aboutH&HPoultry,latersoldto MountaireFarms.

DescribedbyIreneBuntingas“fiveor10-minuteinformationalsessions,” SelbyvilleSpotsisthebrainchildof HistoricalSocietyVicePresidentSusan Bunting,whosaidmembershavethe responsibilityofpreservingandenrichingthefutureandmakingthe TownsendHouse—thehomeofformerDelawareGov.JohnG.Townsend indowntownSelbyville—“intosomethingthatcanpreservethepast.”

In themeantime,IreneBuntingsaid, shewantedHistoricalSocietymembers, andthepublic,to“beabletogohome

withsomethingtheyprofitedfrom,not just,‘Isatatameeting.’Itoccurredto methatwehavetheselittlepiecesof history.WhenIheardJ.ConnScott furniturestorewasclosing,myfirst thoughtwas,‘IneedtocatchRobert Scottrightnowandseeifhecancome inandgiveusthehistoryofJ.Conn Scott,’”shesaid.

Pepperwilldiscussthepoultryplant, established in1937atthesiteofanold tomatocanneryownedbyTownsend.

ThoseattendingSelbyvilleSpots havealsoheardaboutthemuralinthe SelbyvillePostOfficethatdepictsthe poultryandagriculturalindustry.

“Thehistoricpostofficefeaturesa 1942muraltitled‘ChickenFarm’by artistWilliamH.Calfee.Thisartwork isapieceofNewDealart,commissionedbytheTreasurySectionofFine Arts,andisstilllocatedinthepostof-

Strawberries

Mills,Md.,Mageesaid,helearnedofa growerinShippensburg,Pa.,whohad disease-freeplants.Hesaidtheplantsarrivedabitlaterthanhishoped-formidSeptemberdatethisyear,“Butwestillgot themplantedinthegroundinSeptember.ItwaslateSeptember,butwegot themplanted.”

ficelobby.Thepostofficewasconstructedin1940,”theinformation states.

SusanBuntingsaidfutureSelbyville SpotswillincludeGardnerBuntingdiscussingBuntingsNursery;Jeanette Gricetalkingaboutthehollyindustry thatoncethrivedinSelbyvilleand wreathmaking;KevinLynch,about oncebeingmayorofSelbyville;Betsy Mitchell,aboutRickards’BagCompany, whichmadeburlapbagstostore chickenfeed;andElaineandJeffMumford,aboutsheetmetal.

TheHistoricalSocietymeetsat6 p.m.onthefourthThursdayofeach monthinSalemChurch.Meetingsof thegroupandSelbyvilleSpotsarefree toattendandopentothepublic.

Anyoneinterestedinpresentinga SelbyvilleSpotcancallSusanBunting at(302)542-9120.

otherhand,willbedeterminedinthe spring,whentheplantsaretreatedwith fertilizerandnitrogen,heexplained.

“Thelaterthatwegetthesethings plantedcutsdownonthewindow,”heexplained.

“Theylookvery,verygood,”Magee said.“Weanticipatehavingagoodcrop. Headdedthatthefamilyhashadtoerect deerfencesinrecentyearstoprotectthe strawberrycrops.“Theyareabig,big problem.”

“Thenumberofstrawberriesthatwe willhaveinthespringisdecidedright now.Waydowndeepinsidethatstrawberryplant,itisdeterminingthenumber ofstrawberriesthatitwillhaveonthat plant,”Mageesaid.

Thesize ofthestrawberries,onthe

AtParson’sFarmsinDagsboro,Paul Parsonssaidstrawberrieshavebeen plantedonceagain,afteranissuenotrelatedtothefungaldiseasepreventedtheir berriesfrombeingharvestedthisseason. Parsonssaidhiscrewswillbetaking precautionsandmonitoringtheplants betweennowandspringtomakesure theystayhealthy.

“We’rejustdoingwhatwedoevery year,”hesaid.“Justhopingforgoodgrowingconditions,agoodspringwithnota lotofrain.”

BothMageeandParsonssaidtheir fieldswillonceagainbeopenforyoupickstrawberriesinthespring,and pickedberrieswillalsobeavailablefor purchase.

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Keepaneyeoutforourlittleghouls ViewPoint

’Tisthefallseason,whichmeansfallevents.And,inourlittleslice ofHeavenbytheshore,thatmeansalotoffallevents. Like,alotoffallevents.

Trunk-or-treatsatchurches,parksandbusinesseshavealready startedupduringweekends,andeventssuchasWhimsicalWoodsat Lord’sLandscaping,Cops&GoblinsinOceanView,Millville’sTrail ofTreats,andWags,Witches&WarlocksinBethanyareright aroundthecorner.Ifthereisatimeofyearthiscommunityfullyembraces,we’reinitrightnow.

So,weask...or,rather,webeg:Pleasepayevenmoreattentionthan normalwhendrivingaroundthesedays.

Theseareallincrediblyfunactivitiesforchildren,andwiththat comesexcitement.Kidsgetoverloadedwithsightsandsoundsand copiousamountsofsugar,andarejustmorelikelytopulltheirhand awayfromaparent,ifevenforasecond.And,sometimes,asecondis

allittakesforatragedytotakeplace.

Addinthefactthatmanyofthekidsarewearingmasks,impactingtheirvisionandgeneralawareness,andyoucaneasilyseehow wanderingintothebikepathforasplitsecondorjustnotnoticinga kidjumpingoutinfrontofyoucanturnbad.Andit’snotan“ohman-that-stunk”bad.It’saforever-changes-livesbad.

So,drivealittleslower.ForGod’ssake,putdownthephoneuntil yougetwhereyouareheading.Don’tblarethemusicsoloudlythat youcan’thearanythinggoingonaroundyou.Bevigilant.Beanadult.

Wehavearashofpedestrianandbicyclistaccidentseverysummer, andwe’veseenthefaultlieonallparties.Sometimes,thedriverwasto blame.Sometimes,thebicyclistorpedestriandidsomethingunsafeto causetheaccident.Andyouknowwhatwe’velearned?

Itdoesn’tmatterwhowasatfault,inthebigpicture.Someonegets hurt,oftenhorribly,anditcouldhavebeenavoided.Pleasebecareful.

Sometimesakissisjust...well,aviolation

“Tennisplayerwhosaidakisscausedhispositivemethamphetaminetestgets4-yearsuspension”

Well,hello.

Therearetimesduringmyperiodicheadline-surfingexercises whensomethingjustjumpsoutandgrabsmebythethroat.Restassured,theaboveheadlinewasthatgrabberearlierthisweek.

AccordingtotheAssociatedPressstory,GoncaloOliveira,aprofessionaltennisplayeroutofVenezuela,wassuspendedforfouryears bytheInternationalTennisIntegrityAgencylastFridayfortesting positiveformethamphetamines.Thearticleexplainedthathewas “provisionallysuspended”inJanuaryfollowingapositivetestinNovemberoflastyear,andthatherecentlyhadanindependenttribunal —whodecidedthathisexplanationofhavingmethamphetaminesinhissystemdueto akisswasnotaneedle-moverintheirdecision.Ihavethoughts.Well,mainlytwo thoughts.

Point of No Return

First,I’vewatched“BreakingBad.”Twice. So,nottobragoranything,butI’mnow kindofanexpertonmethamphetamines. Andmyexpertopinionwouldbethatmethisnotexactlyaperformance-enhancingdrug.Sure,it’sgreatifyouwantanelevatedheart rateandpossiblytodieonthecourt,butIdon’tthinkitdoesmuch foryourbackhand.

sometime.In2009,accordingtotheAP,RichardGasquetwasfacingdownthebarrelofalengthybanbytheInternationalTennis Federationaftertestingpositiveforcocaine.Hisexcuse?Hekisseda womaninanightclub.Theverdict?Theyboughtit.

Ifoundanotherarticle,thistimeonsportster.com,thatlaidout someexcusesthat“combatathletes”haveusedwhenfacingpositive drug-testresults.And,oh,IusedthequotestherebecauseIneverlike whenpeoplecallboxing“combat”orafootballgamea“war”ora pitchingmatchupa“battle.”It’ssports.

Regardless,BritishboxerConorBennfailedtwodrugtestsin 2022,forclomiphene—afertilitydrugthatcanincreasetestosterone levels,accordingtothearticle.Bennthrewoutabunchofthingsthat couldhavecausedhimtotestpositive,such ascontaminatedfood.Buthecouldn’tID thefoodinquestion.

Thenhesaiditcouldbeataintedsupplement.Butthatdidn’tholdup.Sohewent backtothefoodthing—suggestingthathe atesomanyeggshetestedpositiveforaperformance-enhancer.Getthis:Theybought it,anddidn’tsuspendhim,despitetheexcusebeingroundlylaughed atacrosstheglobeatthetime.

Second,whoisGoncalokissingthatleadshimtobelievethatis wherehegotthemeth?Itfeelslikemaybeheshouldusethistimeto downloadadatingapporsomething.

What’sfunnyisthereisaprecedenthere.AccordingtothatAP article,FrenchOlympicfencerYsaoraThibusgotclearedthissummeraftershewasfoundtohavetheanabolicsubstanceOstarinein hersystemin2024.And,yes,thatwouldappeartobeasubstance thatismorelikelytoaidoneintheirathleticendeavors,ratherthan destroytheirbodyonedoseatatime.

Thibusarguedthatshewas“contaminated”bykissingherAmericanpartneroveranine-dayspan,perthearticle.TheInternational FencingFederationboughtthestory,clearedherandallowedherto participateintheParisOlympics.

Andthatdoesn’tseemlikeaweirddecisionatall,right?The FrenchfencerbeingclearedforOlympicsinFrance,withtheblame beingpushedontheanabolic-lipstick-wearingAmerican?

But,oh,thisgoesdeep,andhasbeenapparentlygoingonfor

FormerUFCchampionFrankMirfailedatestin2016forturinabol—ananabolicsteroid.No,Mirdidn’tsayhekissedthewrong person,oratetoomanyeggs.Instead,heblamedeatingakangaroo.

However,theUnitedStatesAnti-DopingAgencywasn’thaving it,andpointedoutthatturinabolisasyntheticsteroid,andunlessthe kangaroohadalittlelabinhisbelly,thiswasn’thappening.Mirwas eventuallysuspendedfromcompetitionfortwoyears.

Somepeopledon’tbotherwithanexcuse.Theyjust...takeoff.

UFCfighterWanderlieSilvawasgettingreadytofightChael Sonnenin2014whenanti-dopingagentsheadedtohistrainingfacilitytocollectbloodandurinesamples.Silvatoldthemhewasfine withtakingthetests,buthewantedtospeaktohismanagerfirst,accordingtothearticle.

Silvathendisappearedaroundacorner.Whenagentswenttoinvestigate,theysaidtheyfollowedSilva’spathandonlyfoundan emergencyexit.TheythencouldnotcontactSilvaforseveraldays, accordingtoagents.Hegotalifetimeban,butitwasoverturnedthe followingyear.

Notellingifhekissedanybodyduringhisabsence.

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Hardimanannouncesit’sTrivialPursuittime

Oneofourgrand-nephews,now8 yearsold,likeswatching“Jeopardy”with hisparentsandsometimescomingup withtheanswer,likebeingtheonlyone torecognizetheflagofLiberia.Maybe ayoungKenJennings.Lookingfora bookforhisbirthday,Icameacrossa bookoftriviafromWillowCreekPress, titled“TodayILearned.”Flipping throughthepages,Ifoundalotof thingsIdidn’tknow.(I’mneversurprisedbythisdiscovery.)Here’sasample:

• Womencouldn’tqualifyforahome mortgageorcreditcardintheirown namebeforeenactmentoftheEqual CreditOpportunityActin1974.Before that,banksandotherlendersandthe federalgovernmentdiscriminated againstfemaleapplicants.Ifawoman wasmarried,herhusbandwouldhaveto co-signtheapplication.Thisisasubject thatdeservesaseparatearticle.I’mclose toaveryknowledgeablesource,andI havetoreviewthelawandbackground materialprovided.So,moreaboutthis another day.

•Anothertermforniecesand nephewsis“niblings.”

•Youcan’thumifyouholdyournose atthesametime.Tryit.

•Doxophobiaisthefearofexpressinganopinion.Allodoxaphobiaisthe fearofhavingtolistentotheopinions ofothers.

•Canadianseatmoremac-andcheesethananyothernationinthe world.C’monAmerica.Thisisembarrassing.

•Therearemorestarsintheuniverse thantherearegrainsofsandonevery beachonearth—roughly10,000stars foreverygrainofsand.Idon’tknow howtheycameupwiththenumbers, buttheyestimatethatthereareabout

7.5sextilliongrainsofsand(that’s75 followedby17zeros)andatleast70 septillionstars(that’s7followedby23 zeros).God’screationisamazingand farbeyondmycomprehension.

•Canadianssay“Sorry”somuchthat alawwaspassedin2009declaringthat anapologycan’tbeusedasevidenceof admissionofguilt.

•TheStatueofLibertythathaswelcomedcountlessthousandssailinginto NewYorkharborwasaworkinglighthousefor16yearsafteritsdedicationin 1886.Theysaythatthelightinthe torchheldaloftwasvisible24miles away.

•“Fathead”maynotbeaninsult. Mostofthehumanbrain,60percent,is composedoffattyacids—criticalmoleculesthatdeterminetheintegrityand performanceofthebrain.Moremacand-cheese!

•Theaveragedriverwillspendsix monthsoftheirlifewaitingforred lights toturngreen.Forthosetravelling onRoute26andwaitingforthelights atKentAvenueandWestStreet,it’s morelike18months.

•Listeningtoeasy,restfulmusic(undefined)forjust15minutesadaylowersstress,anxiety,sadnessand depression.

•A“jiffy”isanactualunitoftime, equalto1/100thofasecond.

Witches & Warlocks

Saturday, October 25, 2025* *Rain Date: Sunday, October 26, 2025

•AccordingtoaYaleUniversity study,peoplewhoreadbooksliveanaverageoftwoyearslongerthanthose whodon’t.Ithinkitdependsonthe books.

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•Thefirstpersonconvictedofspeeding wasgoing8mph.Youprobably thinkyoudrovebehindthispersonduringthesummer.But,no.Itwasthe driverofa“horse-lesscarriage”inavillageinEnglandin1896.Hewaschased downbyaconstableonabikeand chargedwithexceedingthe2mph speedlimit.(Noexplanationofhowthe officerdeterminedthespeed.)The driverwasfoundguiltyandfined,but thenopenedamotorcarriagecompany afewmonthslater.Insomeplaces,like ourareainthesummer,driversstillhave to go2mph.

•Andfinally,thisone.“Good-bye”is acontractionforanoldexpression, “GodBeWithYe.”That’smyclosing wishforeveryonetoday.

SEDASTtoshowcasehandmadefineartsandcrafts

OnNov.8-9,oneofthenation’s longest-runningarttourswillreturn toSussexCounty.TheSoutheastern DelawareArtistsStudioTour (SEDAST)showcasesfineartand handmadecreationsinavarietyof media,allpresentedintheworking studiosoftheartistsandartisans whomakethem.

SaturdayandSunday,Nov.8and 9,from10a.m.to4p.m.,13artists withlocal,regionalandinternational collectionswillopentheirdoorsfor the29thfree,self-guidedSEDAST tour.

Thepublicisbeinginvitedtotour theartstudiosoftheirchoiceorvisit themall,bringfriendsandfamily, andtoenjoyarelaxingandenjoyable timewhileexploringuniquecreationsfortheirhomeorasholiday gifts.

Thetour,showcasing13artists, willinclude:MaryYeagleyBower (ceramics),TravisBower(woodturning),SabieCarey(ceramics),Jennifer Carter(watercolorandoils),Justin Cavagnaro(glass),KimCavagnaro (jewelry),JanCrooker(paintings), JohnDonato(paintings),Laura Hickman(pastels),MimiPickrell (ceramics),DawnPierro(jewelry), EllenRice(oilsandpastels)andone ofthegroup’snewestmembers, SusanCallahan(textiles).

Callahanworkswiththrifted itemstocreateone-of-a-kindwearableart.Herlatest“g raffiti”jackets, hoodiesandotherpiecesbeginwith naturalfibers,whichthenhavecolors removedandarethenover-dyedto enhanceclassicstyles,suchasdenim jackets.Herhoodiesarereimagined withcottonappliqué“f orafun,vibrantchangeofstyle.”

Tourguestswillalsohaveanopportunitytowinworkscreatedfrom

theheartsandhandsofthetour artiststhattheydonateto SEDAST’sannualArtintheHat raffle.Everypennyraisedgoesdirectlytolocalschoolartprogramsto fulfillneed-basedrequests.Todate, therafflehasraisedandcontributed morethan$70,000.Thisyear,teachershaverequestedmorethan$3,000 inrequests.

“Withthecurrentstateofarteducationinourarea,weremainsteadfastanddedicatedtoprovide resourcesforartteachers,knowing thatstudentsneedarteducationnow morethanever,”saidTourDirector TravisBower.“Themoresupportwe canprovidethem,thebetterthe learningexperiencefortheirstudents.”

Brochureswithmapstoallstudios

onthetourareavailableatallthe studios.Aprintablemap,specificdirectionstothestudios,descriptions oftourartistsandtheirart,areprovidedonthetour’swebsite,at www.artstudiotour.com.

“Forthelast29years,ourgroup hasbeenfortunateenoughtohavea

hugeamountofsupportfromthe community.Wewanttosendabig thankstoallwhohavemadethetour suchasuccess,”saidBower.“We’re alllookingforwardtospreadingour passionforartandculturewithinour areathroughthetourandotherendeavors.”

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Letters Readerboycotting OceanViewbusinesses

Editor’snote:Thefollowingletterwas addressedtoOceanView’smayorandtown council,andwassenttotheCoastalPoint forpublication.

It’sunfortunatethat,attheOct.14, 2025,towncouncilmeeting,youchose tocontinuerestrictingtheFirst AmendmentrightsofOceanViewresi-

dentsandothers,ratherthanstarting theprocessofrepealingOrdinance405. ForthepastfourSaturdays,Ihave protestedthisunconstitutionalordinance withmyvoice,bystandingwith othersattheintersectionofWestAvenueandRoute26,holdingasign. Startingtoday,Iwillalsobeprotestingwithmywallet.Iwillnotpatronizea singlebusinessorrestaurantwithinthe townlimitsofOceanViewforaslongas

thisordinanceremainsineffect,andI willencourageallofmyfriendsand neighborstodothesame.Otherswhoattendedthemeetingplantodothesame. OceanViewstoresandrestaurants dependonyear-roundresidentslikeme to stayinbusinessafterthetourists leave.Let’sseehowtheyfeelaboutthe financialrepercussionsofyourdecision. SandiRoberts SouthBethany

Bethanyhit-and-runendsincollision,injuries

A42-year-oldWestVirginiaman wasarrestedthisweekafteramulti-jurisdictionalhit-and-runthatdamageda lightpoleandsignsonRoute1ended inacollisioninDeweyBeachthatinjuredthedriverandapassenger.

TheBethanyBeachPoliceDepartmentreportedthaton Sunday,Oct.12, around1a.m.,officersrespondedtoa reportofahit-and-runcollisionat northboundRoute1andParkwood Street.

Witnesses,theysaid,reportedthat theyhadobservedapickuptruckwith WestVirginiaregistrationstrikealight poleandseveralstreetsignsalongthe centermedianwhilethevehiclewas travelingnorth.Afterstrikingtheob-

jects,policesaid,thedriverallegedly failedtoremainonsceneandcontinued northonRoute1.

BBPDofficersinitiateda“beon the lookout,”orBOLO,procedureandprovidedadescriptionofthevehicleto surroundinglaw-enforcementagencies. TheDeweyBeachPoliceDepartment, theysaid,subsequentlylocatedthevehicleintheirjurisdiction,afteritwas allegedlyinvolvedinanothermotorvehiclecollision.

Thedriver,MarkBeddow,42,of WestVirginia,wasultimatelyplaced underarrestbytheDBPDoncriminal andtraffic-relatedcharges.

Heandapassengerinthevehicle werebothtreatedatanearbyhospital,

whereBBPDofficersalsowenttoconfirmthedriver’sallegedimpairment andcompleteaDUIinvestigation,they said.

TheBBPDchargedBeddowwith RecklessEndangerFirstDegree(a felony),threemisdemeanorcountsof CriminalMischiefUnder$1000,DrivingUndertheInfluenceofaCombinationofAlcoholandAnyDrug, VehicularAssault3rdDegree,Reckless Driving,FailuretoProvideInformation atCollision ResultinginProperty Damage,FailuretoHaveRequiredInsurance,FailuretoReportaCollision InvolvingAlcoholorDrugs,andDrivingAcrossaMedian.Hewasarraigned andreleasedonanunsecurebond.

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

SMS’sTretinateachesTrailblazerteens

Intheclassroom,NicholasTretina knowsthatafewgoodjokeswillhelp hisstudentspayattentioneachday.And iflearningisfun,hopefully,hiseighthgraderswillkeeplearningforlife.With hisdedicationtohelpingeachstudent, hewasnamedSelbyvilleMiddle

School’s2025-2026TeacheroftheYear.

“Whenmystudentsleavemyclassroom,IwantthemtoknowthatI’m lookingoutforthemintherealworld.I wantthemtotakereallifeskillswith themwhentheyleave,”hesaid.

Nowinhis12thyearofteaching middleschool,includingsevenyearsat SMS,Tretina’sfieldiseighth-gradesocialstudies.WorkingintheTrailblazers

teamhallway,he saidhelovesseeingstudentsgrow astheylearnnew skills.Healsocelebratesthosewins astheygraspnew concepts.Ifkids learnhowtoresearchandpush throughchallenges,they’llcontinue tofigure thingsoutontheir own,hesaid.

Thegeneral publicmaynotrealizetheconstant workthatgoes intoteaching,as wellasthelevelof carethatteachers haveforstudents.

“Everyday, teachersspendsomuchtimecreating andadjustingtheirlessonplans.Weare thinkingabouthowwecanreachevery singlestudentandtailortoeachstudent’sindividualneeds,”Tretinasaid. Hegetstoknowthemindividually,to bettercraftlessonsaroundeachperson, toreachasmanystudentsaspossible.

“Mr.Ttaughttheclassatthepace

thatthestudentsneededsonoonewas leftbehind.Thismeantalottomebecausenotmanyteachershavedonethis forme,”readonestudent’snomination ofTretina.

Askedaboutchallengesineducation, Tretinatalkedaboutbothkidsand teachersusingtechnologyinabalanced andappropriateway.ThatmeansshowingkidshowtouseAIasatoolbut makingsuretheydon’tbecomereliant onit.“Idon’tthinkcomputersshouldbe taken away,becausetheyarethefuture,” soteachersmustalsobalancetraditional methodswiththetechnologythatsurroundsus.

TretinasaidhewashonoredtorepresentSelbyvilleMiddleSchoolwith theaward.Hesaidhealsoappreciates thesupportofhisfamily,theotherSMS teachersandhisstudents.Tretinacreditedhisownhighschoolteachersfor theirinspirationinbecomingateacher.

HeattendedSalisburyUniversityfor bothhisbachelor’s(2014)andmaster’s degrees(2019).Outsideofschool,he enjoysicehockey,golfing,thebeachand traveling.

IndianRiverSchoolDistricthonoredTretinaandotherhonoreesatthe annualTeacheroftheYearcelebration onMay8.Theirtitleisheldforafull schoolyear.

Frankfordjumpsintotheholidayspirit

CoastalPoint•KerinMagill

Left,FrankfordTownManagerSheldon ‘Mr.Incredible’HudsonandTownClerk Heather‘Piratess’Bernatgreetedtrickor-treatersatFrankford’sTrunkorTreat eventontheTownParkonSaturday,Oct. 11.Bottomleft,DeniseMurray’sbeethemeddisplayaddedasweettouch. Bottomright,CharlieNaradkoof Pottsville,Pa.,trieshishandat‘eyeball pong.’Below,ArleneFleming-Loydfeeds analpacafromFourAcresLiving.

Thank You to Our Amazing Volunteers & Our Community for an Amazing 12th Annual Warrior

As Operation SEAs the Day is a 100% volunteer, community-based, non-profit organization, we cherish the support of our sponsors, local businesses on board, homeowners, volunteers, first responders, donors and supporters!

You make it possible for us to honor and serve our brave veterans and their families, who have sacrificed in serving our country, by bringing them to Bethany Beach for a week of rest, relaxation and fun. This year we hosted 20 families that enjoyed the benefits of your generosity. Mostly, they felt the love and support from our community.

Thank You to the Freeman Arts Pavilion
Thank You to the Bethany Beach Fire Company & the Millville Fire Company
Thank You to the Delaware State Police
Thank You to the Cripple Creek Golf Tournament Event

Obituaries

William‘Dean’Coffelt,65

William“Dean”Coffelt,65,ofSalisbury,Md.,passedawaypeacefully,at home,surroundedbyhislovinghusbandandtreasureddogs,onOct.8, 2025.HewasborninSeaford,Del., onDec.20,1959,sonofthelateMillardManfredCoffeltandDorothyL. (Parker)Coffelt.

Alsoknownas“Billy-Dean,” “UncleBilly”and“Deano,”Coffelt wasaproudgraduateofSussexCentralHighSchool,intheClassof1977. Hewentontobuildasuccessfulcareerasaterritorymanagerinsalesand marketing,wherehisdedicationand charismaleftalastingimpressionon allwhoworkedwithhim.

Coffeltmarriedtheloveofhislife, John“Randy”Russell,andtogether theyshared44wonderfulyearsof marriagefilledwithlove,laughterand devotion.Healsohadaspecialplace inhisheartfordogs—especiallyhis owndogs.Hewaspassionateabout photography,caringforhisaquarium andtendingtohisbelovedroses.Coffelthadadeepappreciationforfamily andthebeautyinlife.Hewasknown forhispositiveoutlook,supportivenature,genuinesmile,loveoflaughter andcompassionatenature.

Hewillbedeeplymissedandlovinglyrememberedforhisgenerous spirit,hiscreativityandthejoyhe broughtintothelivesofothers.

Inadditiontohisparents,Coffelt wasprecededindeathbyhisbrothers, DarrellCoffeltandDannyCoffelt. Heissurvivedbyhisdevotedhusband,RandyRussell;sisters-in-law, JeniCoffeltandBellCoffelt;nieces andnephews,AmyWorkman(and Scott),DougCoffelt(andJenn)and TroyCoffelt(andRachel);alongwith severalgreat-niecesandgreat-

nephewswhowillfondlyremember hiswarmthandkindness.

AcelebrationofCoffelt’slifewill beheldatnoononSunday,Nov.16, 2025,attheMillsboroFireHallin Millsboro,Del.,wherefamilyand friendsmaygathertohonorhismemoryandthelovehesharedwithall whoknewhim.Inlieuofflowers,donationsmaybemadeto:CoastalHospice,P.O.Box 1733,Salisbury,MD 21802,orwww.coastalhospice.org/donate;AsherHouseFoundation,P.O. Box3548,Salem,OR97302,or www.theasherhouse.com/pages/donate;St.JudeChildren’sHospital,501 St.JudePlace,Memphis,TN38105, orwww.stjude.org/donate;orthe MillsboroFireDepartment,P.O.Box 83,Millsboro,DE19966or www.millsborofire.com/page/donate. Hislifememorialwebpageisat www.watsonfh.com.

MollyForward,76

MollyForward,76,passedaway peacefullyonMay28,2025,ending whatwasatenaciousfightwithseveralchronichealthconditions.

Alifelonglearner,sheearnedher undergraduateeducationatOakland UniversityinMichigan,whereshewas inspiredtoapplyafterseeinga brochurewithanimageofabeautiful treeoncampus.Shelaterearneda master’sdegreeindisputeresolution fromWayneStateUniversity.

Forwardplayedasignificantrolein theemergenceofconflictresolutionin southeastMichiganinthe1980sand 1990s.Followingpositionsasassistant toJudgeEdwardSosnickinthe48th DistrictandOaklandCountyCircuit Courts,shespearheadedeffortstoestablishtheDisputeResolutionClearinghouse&SettlementCenter,

servingastheexecutivedirectorof thatarea’sfirstnonprofitorganization specializinginmediationandotheralternativestolitigation.

Anearlyadvocateforthegrowing field,shewentontosupervisealldistrictcourtmediationforOakland Countyandpromotemediationpracticesthroughteachingatlocaluniversities,andevenjoinedadelegationto theUSSRtohelpaddressconflicton aninternationalscale.

Anewspaperarticlefromthetime explainedhowForwardaccomplished whatshedidinawaythatwillfeelfamiliartoanyonewhohasexperienced herdoggedpersistence:“‘Ipestered,’ shesaid,withasmile.”

Forward wentontousehermediationskillstocommunicatebetween contractorsandunionrepresentatives asdirectorofoperationsfortheMechanicalContractorsAssociationof Detroit,continuinghereducationto earnaLEEDcertificationingreen buildingpractices.

ShewasaregularlectoratSt. ColumbanParish—where,alongside thebelovedFatherJack,hergiftfor readinggavevoicetothePsalmsand otherpassagesofBiblicalpoetry.The samelinguisticprowessthatmadeher atrustyhumanthesaurusforchildren’s homeworkassignmentsalsomadeher aformidableopponentinagameof Scrabble.

Forwardwasalsoanavidcook.She compiledanotebookofherclassic recipes,givingcopiestoherchildren, niecesandnephews.Andshewasa greatloverofmusic—especiallyclassicalmusic—fillinghersurroundings withsongandsharingitsjoyswithall thosewhoknewher.

Shelivedoutherlateryearsin Delaware,attheinvitationofhersis-

terTheresa,afterbothhadrecently losthusbandstocancer.Together,they oversawhospicecarefortheirbrother Michael,beforehealthcomplications turnedcaregivingattentiontoward Molly.

Intheend,shewasdeterminedto defytheodds,andwithstubborndeterminationsheheldonthrougha rollercoasterofhealthissueslonger thanmostmedicalprofessionals wouldhaveeverexpected.

Forwardlivedforabriefperiodat theVineyardscommunityinLewes, Del.,where shequicklymadefriends andbecameafixtureofthecommunity.Herspiritofopennessandunbridledgenerosityfoundanoutletin helpingtofindhousingandemploymentforseveralyounginternational studentswhohadfaceddifficulties workinginthelocalhotelindustry.

Herloveofgardeninghadawayof transformingtheplacessheinhabited, mostrecentlyatBishop’sLanding, whereherprodigiousplantingsinthe backyardbermstestedthelimitsof HOAregulations.Inherfinalweeks, shewasabletogetoutsidetoenjoy thespringsun,plantingperennial herbsthatwillcontinuetogrowand offertheirfoliage,aromasandtastes toenjoythroughfutureseasons.

Forwardwasprecededindeathby herhusband,DonRzeppa;brother MichaelForward;anddearfriendJean Niemann.SheissurvivedbyherchildrenMaggieSpeelmanandTimothy Furstnau,Daniel(andBeth)Rzeppa, DonaldRzeppaJr.andTerese(and Eric)Neff;andgrandchildrenGreene, Max,Jacob,Hannah,Jonah,Nicholas, MaitlandandHenry;aswellassiblingsDan(andJanice),Bill,Tim(and

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TheTownofMillvillepresentedachecktotheMillvilleVolunteerFireCompanythisweekfor$128,050,representingtheTown’sannualcontributiontothefirecompany. Shown,fromleft,areCouncilMemberRobertWisgirda,CouncilTreasureDebbieSosnoski,DeputyMayorSharonBrienza,MayorRonBelinko,MillvilleVolunteerFireCompanyVicePresidentGuyRickards,TownManagerEileenScerraandCouncilTreasurerJoeParent.

Terry),Theresa;andmanyniblings;as wellasclosefriendswhoarelikefamily.

AcelebrationofForward’slifewill beheldSaturday,Nov.8,2025,atthe TroyCommunityCenterinTroy, Mich.Formoreinformationorto RSVP,visitforward.rip.Inlieuof flowers,thefamilysuggestedplanting atreesomewherethatneedsit,doing somethinggoodforthecommunity,or callingsomeoneyouloveandtelling them.

DonaldLeeGray,85

DonaldLeeGray,85,ofMillsboro, Del.,passedawaypeacefully,athome, surroundedbyhisfamily,onOct.11, 2025.HewasbornonJan.23,1940,in Milford,Del.,thesonofthelate

WilliamandLelia(Butler)Gray.

Aftergraduatingfromhighschool, Grayattendedbarberschoolandwent ontoenjoyalongcareerasabarber. Healsoproudlyservedhiscountryin theNationalGuard.

Hewasamanwholovedthesimplejoysoflife—heenjoyedhunting, workingwithhishandsandfixing things.Oneofhisgreatestpleasures wastravelingwithhisfamily.Together,theyvisited37statesoverthe years.Healsocherishedhisclassic 1957redThunderbird.

Graywasprecededindeathbyhis parents;andbyhisolderbrother, William“Bill”Gray.Heissurvivedby hisdevotedwifeof65years,Dorothy Carol(Stewart)Gray;hisson,Stewart Gray(andBeth);granddaughters, MeganGray(andJ.C.Pusey)and BreannaGray(andEricRobinson); nephews,MichaelGray(andDebra) andMarkGray;andgreat-nephew,

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DavidGray(andKristy),allofMillsboro,Del.

Afuneralservicewillbeheldon Friday,Oct.17,2025,at3p.m.at WatsonFuneralHome&Crematorium,211S.WashingtonStreet, Millsboro,Del.,wherefriendsmay visitwiththefamilyfrom2to3p.m., priortotheservice.Inlieuofflowers, memorialdonationsmaybemadeto ProstateCancerResearchInstitute, 300CorporatePointe,Suite383,CulverCity,CA90230,oronlineat www.pcri.org/donate,ortoAllMutts MatterFoundation,P.O.Box 13133, Wilmington,DE19850.Gray’slife memorialwebpageisatwww.watsonfh.com.

DoyleWilliamHendricksJr.73

DoyleWilliamHendricksJr.73,of OceanView,Del.,passedaway,surroundedbylovedones,onMonday, Sept.1,2025.Hewasoriginallyfrom

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Middletown,Pa.,andmovedtoOcean Viewin2005withhiswifeof22 years,DesiHendricks. HeplayedfootballatMiddletown HighSchoolbeforeservinghisnation inVietnam.Whenhereturnedfrom service,heownedracehorses,along withowninganddrivingdirt-track racecars.Heretiredafter25yearsof workingatFedEx,thenstartedBig D’sLawnCare,whichhesoldafter10 years.Hethenbecameavaletat BeebeHealthcareforsevenyears. Hendricksenjoyedtravelingwith hiswife,Desi,andwascuriousabout othercustomsandpeople.Healsoenjoyedvisitingwithfriendsandfamily, andconsistentlyshowedhisloveof peopletoboththoseheknewwelland thosehejustmet.HewasalsothankfulforhistimetravelingtoNASCAR raceseachyearwithhislong-time friendsRick,FredandSam.

Thosewhoknewhimenjoyedhis amusingstories,andcontagioussmile andlaughter.Hehadacaringand generousheart,andwasalwaysone whocouldbecountedupontohelp outandtomakeanyeventmorelively, simplybybeinghimself.

Hewillbedeeplymissedand fondlyrememberedforhiskindness, warmth,andthejoyandlaughterhe broughttoallwhoknewandloved him.Hehadalightabouthim,andhe shineditonallheknew.

Hendrickswasprecededindeath byhisfather,DoyleHendricksSr., andmother,BarbaraHendricks.In additiontohiswife,Desi,Hendricks issurvivedbytwosons,KyleWilliam HendricksandDerrickJames(and D.J.)Hendricks,allofOhio;astepson,IanRichardEldredgeofPennsylvania;andthreegrandsons,Mayvin, DeklanandQuentin;aswellashis belovedDalmatian,Sammy. Therewillbecelebrationsofhis lifescheduledinthefuture,bothin PennsylvaniaandinDelaware.

PeterErnest ‘Pete’Loewenstein,83

PeterErnest“Pete”Loewenstein, 83,diedonSaturday,Sept.28,2025,at home,inMillsboro,Del.Hiswifeand twoofhissisterswerewithhim.He oncewonderedifhisparents,Fritz andVirginiaLoewenstein,werealiens —theirkindness,generosityandlove weresoextraordinaryandboundless, alongwiththeirinsatiablecuriosity abouttheworldandhowtheirchildrenviewedtheworld.It’sclearthat Peterinheritedthosevirtues. Hewasthefirstbornofthe Loewensteinchildren.Nextcame Mary,whobecameateacherandisa giftedartist;thenSuzanne,whohada careerinthenewspaperindustry.Joan, theyoungest,wasanaward-winning teacher.MinhNguyenjoinedthefamilyinthe1970s,aftercomingtothe U.S.fromhisnativeVietnam.

ma o a n o e w n lif m o wo ts s me s.

Somewhere,BobUeckerissaying,‘Imustbeinthefrontrow.’Youngreaders,findanoldpersontofillyouinonthatone.

LocalnonprofitSanta’sLettersis preparingtohostits7thAnnual SpaghettiDinnerFundraiseronOct. 19,atSaltedVinesVineyard&Winery nearFrankford.

Ticketsarestillavailableforthe event,whichdirectlysupportstheorganization’smissiontoassistSussex Countyfamiliesduringtheholidaysand throughouttheyear.Foundedbylocal restaurateursSeanandKristinaMalone, Santa’sLettersbeganasawayforchildrentosendletterstoSantaClausand hasgrownintoagrassrootscharityservinghundredsoffamiliesannually.

“We’realwayslookingforwaysto reachfamiliesinplacesthatgetoverlooked,”saidSeanMalone.“It’sabout showingupwhereandwhenwe’re neededmost.”

Maloneaddedthateveryfamilythat is“adopted”bySanta’sLettersduring theholidaysreceivesmorethanjust gifts.

“Wehavesomethingforeveryone, includingacarebasketwithessentials for thewholefamily—eventheirpets. Andwhiletheholidaysareourbusiest season,thefundraiserallowsustocontinuehelpingfamilieswellintothe springandsummer.”

Thespaghettidinnerhassoldoutin previousyears,andtheMalonessaid theyarehopefulforanotherfullhouse. Guestsarebeingencouragedtowear festiveholidayattire,astheeventserves astheunofficialkickofftotheorganization’sbusiesttimeofyear.

Thisyear,themaindishisbeingdonated byTheCottageCaféinBethany Beach,nowaSoDelConceptsrestaurant.

Theeventalsomarksthefirstwith Santa’sLetters’newlyappointedexecutivedirector,RachelStohr,whoishelpingcoordinatethereturnoftheSanta’s LettersMailbox,ahallmarkofthenonprofitandsymbolofholidayhopeand cheer.Whileorganizerssaidthey weren’treadytorevealwherethemailboxwillappearthisseason,theyhinted thatitmayhaveanewandexciting home.

“OneofthethingsthatmakesSussex Countysospecialisthespiritofits businesscommunity,”Stohrsaid.“We’re fortunatetohavepartnerswhogenuinelycareaboutgivingback.The SoDelConceptsteam,andtheirVPof operations,didn’taskanyquestions,just ‘Whatkindofmeal?’and‘Whattime canyoupickitup?’Whatawonderful helptheywere.Andtheyweren’talone —oursponsorsandsomanybusinesses steppedupwithitems,giftcards,servicesandbeautifulbasketsforustoauction.We’reincrediblygratefulfortheir generosity.”

U.S.Life-SavingService

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

Thisyear’sconferencethemecenters onDelmarva’smaritimeheritage,and attendeeswilltravelthepeninsula throughouttheevent,visitinghistoric life-savingstationsandmaritimemuseumsinDelaware,MarylandandVirginia.Scheduledstopsincludethe OceanCityLife-SavingStationMuseum,theLewesLife-SavingStation andtheIndianRiverLife-SavingStation,amongothers.

“I’vebeenontheboardoftheheritageassociationsinceIwasthesite manageroftheIndianRiverLife-SavingStation,”saidLauraScharle,aconferenceorganizerwhoislocaltoOcean Pines,Md.“Theconferencehasn’t takenplaceonDelmarvasince2008, andI’mexcitedtoshowcaseallofthe stationsandmuseumsinmyhomeregion.”

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

Detailsandregistrationcanbe foundatwww.uslife-savingservice.org.

Fundraiser

Stohralsopraisedtheorganization’s volunteers.

“Ourvolunteersaretheheartof everythingwedo.Theyshowupready tohelp,withsmilesontheirfacesand holidayspiritintheirhearts.It’sjusta greatcommunitytobeapartof.”

Ahighlightoftheeveningwillbe thesilentandliveauctions,featuring vacationpackages,golfoutings,professionalservicesandmore.Donationsfor theauctionarestillbeingacceptedfrom localbusinessesandindividuals.

Ticketscost$35forgeneraladmissionor$40foragluten-freeoption, withallproceedsbenefitingSanta’sLettersyear-roundfamilyassistanceprograms.

Topurchaseticketsorcontribute auctionitems,visittheSanta’sLetters’ “NewsandEvents”pageatsantaslettersinc.comoremail santaslettersinc@gmail.com.Remaining ticketsmaybepurchasedatthedoor.

Dr.Nippestopresentlectureonbrother’sserviceintheArmyduringWWII

RichardNippes,an OceanViewhistorian whohelpedfoundthe HistoricVillageat OceanView,willdiscussthemilitaryexperiencesofhis brother,thelate RobertNippes— whoservedinthe U.S.Armyduring WorldWarII—at7 p.m.onWednesday, Oct.22,atHall’s StoreintheHistoric Village,adjacentto JohnWestPark.

Nippes,85,who wasborn16years afterhisbrother,will discusshowhisolder brothercontracted rheumaticfeverasa boyanditdamaged hisheart,causingU.S. Navyofficialstoreject himwhenhetriedtoenlistasa17year-oldlivinginWayne,Pa.,near Philadelphia.

Dr.RichardNippeswillpresentalectureonthelifeofhisbrother,RobertNippes,whoservedintheU.S.Armyduring WWII.TheHistoricVillageofOceanViewwillhostthelectureonWednesday,Oct.22,at7p.m.

RobertNippesthenrequested enlistmentintheU.S.Army.

“Helivedthroughrheumatic fever,butitbadlydamagedhis heart.Ididn’tknowtowhatextent, butwhenhetriedtoenlistinthe Navy,hepassedallofthethings goingintoit.Butwhentheygotto thedoctor,thedoctorsaid,‘Son,you haveabadheartandwecannothave youinthemilitary,’sotheyrejected him.

“Hedidn’tlikeschool,sohedecided,‘I’mgoingtotrytheArmy.’I believetheArmydoctorsalsodiscoveredhehadabadheart,butthey weresoshortofmanpowerbecause PearlHarborhadjustoccurredthat theysaid,‘Son,youcan’tbeincombat,butwecanfindaplaceforyou inthemilitary.’

“Theydid.Hewenttobasic trainingatFortJacksoninSouth Carolina,”RichardNippessaid. “Theyputhimthroughaspecial camp.Theydidn’tmakehimputon a100-poundpackandrun,because hewouldhaveprobablydropped dead,sotheygavehimalightened basictraining.Thenhisjobwasto

supplytankswithgasoline—especiallywhenhewaswith[Gen. George]PattonandtheyweremovingthroughFrance.

“Hewasinthiscompanythat,as soonasoneofthegastankscame backfrombattle,theysuppliedit withgasolineand,Iassume,ammunition,andsenditback,”Nippes saidabouthisbrother,whodiedin 2010,whenRobertNippeswas85.

“Hedidn’texperiencepeople shootingathim,buthedefinitely playedarole,”Nippessaid,explainingthathisbrotherwasinvolvedin OperationTiger,plannedasaquiet operationtogivetroopsgoingonto UtahBeachinNormandy,France, “anexperienceofwhatitwasgoing tobelike,buttheGermanscaught theconvoyandstartedthrowing torpedoes,”damagingthelanding shiptanks(LSTs)developedduring WorldWarIItosupportamphibiousoperationsbycarryingtanks,vehicles,cargoandtroopsonto beachesthathadlowslopes.

NippessaideachLSTwasabout aslongasafootballfieldandcarried troops“closetothebattlescene,or tanks.“

“Eventually,thetroopswould crawldownthesideoftheshipon

ropeladdersintosmallboats,and theywouldcarry30troopstothe beach.Thefrontofthoseboats wouldsuddenlygodown,andthe troopsinsidewouldrunupontothe beachwhiletheyarebeingshotat.

“Oftheeightinmybrother’s convoygoingthroughthisexercise,” RichardNippessaid,“twoweresunk andathirdwasputoutofcommission.Inthatexercise,749Americans werekilledbecauseofavarietyof problems,andacoupleoftheLST’s thatescapedbeingtorpedoedtried togettothebeachfortheexercise.”

TheBritishwerecalledontofire onthebeach,tomaketheoperation realistic,butwhentheLSTsarrived, Nippessaid,therewasnocommunicationbetweentheBritishand Americans,sotheBritishdidn’treceivewordtostopfiring.Morethan 300troopswerekilledinfriendly fire,hesaid.

“Thisoperationwasdeadlyfor Americans.Thegovernmentwasso embarrassed,becausetheydidn’t haveenoughpeopletheretoprotect thoseboatsandallthosepeoplegot killed.Theydidn’twanttheAmericanpeopletoknowaboutit,soit waskeptveryquiet,”Nippessaid.

ThesoldierswereburiedinEng-

landandlateradded tothenumberofDDaycasualties.

“Itwasanextremelyembarrassing exercise.Journalists playedakeyroleto getthegovernmentto admitthehorrible mistaketheymade tryingtohideit,” Nippessaid,adding thathedidn’tgetto knowhisbrotheror learnabouthismilitarylifeuntilyears later.Hisbrother marriedandhadtwo sons.

“Ithinkthatpeopleneedtoknowthe governmentdoesn’t alwayscomeforward withallofthecorrect information,”hesaid. “It’sbettertotellthe Americanpeople whatreallydidhappenthantotryto hideit,becauseitwillgetout.We needtoknowwhatgoesonsowe cantrytopreventitfromeverhappeningagain.

“Hopefully,thereisneveranother war,butWorldWarIIusheredin bombs,andthosebombsdidterrible thingstotheJapanese,”Nippessaid. “Buttheywerebabybombs…comparedtothehydrogenbomband otherthingswepossesstoday.Ifyou droppedoneofthosebombsonthe EastCoast,itwouldwipeoutthe EastCoast.So,wewanttomake surenoneofthesebombsareever dropped.”

Alongtimeeducator,Nippesisa graduateofPennsylvaniaStateUniversity,whereheearnedabachelor’s degreeanddoctorate,andTemple University,whereheearnedamaster’sdegree.HetaughtAdvanced Placementgovernment,American history,economicsandothersubjectsduringhiscareer.

BarbaraSlavin,presidentofthe HistoricVillage,saidtheuntold storyofRobertNippes“hasfinally cometolightinacaptivatinglecture sponsoredbytheHistoricVillage.” Thepresentationwillbefreeand opentothepublic.Lightrefreshmentswillbeserved.

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FVFCawardedrescueresources

OnOct.4,theFrankfordVolunteer FireCompanywasawarded agrainrescuetubeandspecialized trainingfromDelawareFarmBureau throughNationwide’sGrainBin Safetyadvocacycampaign.Theresourceswillbeusedtohelpprotect againstgrainentrapments,whichresultindozensofdeathsacrossrural partsoftheU.S.

“Everyyear,thousandsoffarmers andcommercialgrainhandlersrisk theirlivesbyenteringgrainbinstoremoveclumpedorrottedgrain,”representativessaid.“Asruralcommunities havecometoknowalltoowell,the risksofenteringgrainbinscontinueto beoverlooked.”

“Itonlytakesseconds,orasimple mistake,foranadulttosinkinthe quicksand-likeflowofgrainandbecomefullyentrappedorengulfed,”said BradLiggett,presidentofagribusiness atNationwide.“Addingtotheriskisa lackofrescueequipmentavailableto localfiredepartmentsandemergency responderswhoarecalledforhelp whenaworkerbecomestrapped.”

Tohelpleadthefightagainstthese accidentsimpactingagriculturalcommunities,Nationwidebegan itsGrainBinSafetycampaignin2014 tobringawarenesstothehazardsof enteringgrainstructuresandtoequip firedepartmentswiththeresources

neededtorespondeffectively.

TheFrankfordVolunteerFire Companyisoneofmorethan390fire departmentstoreceivetheseresources andbenefitfromtheprogramsinceits inception.

“We’reproudtosupportourlocal firstresponderswithtoolsthatcan savelives,”saidDelawareFarmBureau PresidentBillPowers.“Grainbinaccidentsarerealdangersinfarming,and thistraininghelpsmakesureourcommunitiesarebetterprepared.”

Thegrainrescuetubedeliveryand trainingwasconductedbytheNationalEducationCenterforAgriculturalSafety(NECAS)andincluded simulationsofentrapmentsandrescuesusingastate-of-the-artgrainentrapmentsimulator,whichisloadedon atrailerandabletoholdabout100 bushelsofgrain.

Since2014,atleast13successful rescueshaveutilizedtheresources,includingsixsuccessfulrescueslastyear.

“Withlong-standingrootsinagriculture,we’rethankfulforthework America’sfarmersdoandforthecontributionsofourvaluablepartnerswho helpusmakeadifferencewiththis campaigninruralcommunities,”said Liggett.

Tolearnmoreorviewgrainbin safetyresources,visitwww.thinkgrainbinsafety.com.

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SouthCoastalVillage Volunteersannualgala tocelebratefiveyears

TheSouthCoastalVillageVolunteers(SCVV)willholditsannualfall gala,celebratingitsfifthanniversary, onThursday,Oct.23,atCripple CreekCountryClub.SCVV’ssupporterswillbeabletoenjoydinner, conversation,musicby5thAvenue,a silentauctionanda50/50raffle.

DevelopmentCommitteeChair KathyGreenandCommitteeMembersFerneCooper,KathyJankowski, KathyJohnson,DottieSchmitand DonnaSwainhaveplannedaspecial eveningforSCVV’smostimportant yearlyfundraiser,representatives noted.

SouthCoastalVillageVolunteers providesvolunteerservicestoallow memberstoageinplaceandremain intheirhomesandcommunities.For anannualfee,memberscanreceiveup to25hoursofservices,suchastransportationtomedicalandpersonalappointmentsandshopping,assistance withtechnology,helpwithhousehold maintenanceandtasks,andfriendly visitsandtelephonecalls.Volunteers, whoarevettedandtrained,can choosewhatservicestheywantto performandwhen,throughaspecializedcomputersystem.

TheorganizationservesBethany Beach,Millville,OceanView,South Bethanyandsomeimmediateenvirons.

SouthCoastalVillageVolunteersis anIRSapproved501(c)(3)non-profit organization.

SouthCoastalVillageVolunteers wasofficiallyestablishedinJulyof 2020afterorganizationalmeetings andplanningsessionsstartinginlate 2019.Theybeganofferingservicesin 2021andhavegrownnowtoinclude almost100membersand183volunteerswhoperformanaverageof270 servicesamonth.Sincethebeginningsoftheorganization,volunteers haveprovided9,500servicestomembers,withavalueof$539,245.

“Thefundsraisedbythe5thAnniversaryGalawillhelpSCVVto continuetoprovidereliable,outstandingservice;much-neededsocialinteractionandpeaceofmindforits members,”representativessaid.“As SouthCoastalVillageVolunteerscontinuestogrow,sodoestheneedfor theresourcesrequiredtosupplement membershipfeessothattheorganizationcanoffersponsoredevents— botheducationalandsocial—for SCVVmembers.”

Thoseinterestedinsupportingthe 5thAnniversaryGalacangotothe SCVVwebsiteatwww.southcoastalvillagevolunteers.orgtopurchasetickets,becomeasponsor,make adonation,ortolearnmoreaboutbecomingamemberorvolunteerforthe SouthCoastalVillageVolunteers.

CIBseekspublicinputoncoastalresilienceefforts

Resilienceisallaboutadaptingto change.Andwhenitcomestocoastalresilience,storms,floodingandevenzoning lawscanimpactpeoplefarfromtheactual beach.

TheDelawareCenterfortheInland Bays(CIB)ishostingaseriesofCoastal ResilienceOpenHouses,wherepeoplecan dropintolearnhowtheymaybeaffected andwhattodoaboutit,andtohelpthe CIBchoosewhichresilienceprojectsto pursue.Therewillbeinteractivedisplays andhands-onactivities.

“We’reworkingwithourcommunityto findexactlywhichissuestheCIBcanhelp with,whichissuesourpartnerscanhelp with,andwhatissuesarereallynotbeing addressedatallthatcouldbecomeaquestioninthefuture,”saidCIBDirectorof EstuaryScience&RestorationMeghan NoeFellows.

Forexample,theCIBquestionnaire mightsay,“Here’salistofeightecosystem stressors.Whicharethemostimportant onestoyou?”

They’rehostingthesameprogramat differentlocations:Oct.21from3to6 p.m.attheGeorgetownPublicLibrary andNov.9inLewes.

“Itisdesignedsothateveryonecango attheirownpace,asktheirownquestions.

‘Ahurricanethatcomes intoRehobothorFenwick couldeventuallyaffect Georgetownjustaseasily.’

Therearemaybesomenature-basedsolutionsthey’remoreinterestedinthanothers,”saidNoeFellows.“Wewillaskfor somefeedbackinportionsofit,becausewe arestillcollectinginformationonwhatour communityiswantingtoseefromacoastal resilienceeffort.”

TheCIB’sworkingdefinitionof“resilience”is“theabilitytoprepareforthreats andhazardsinawaythatbuildsecosystem services;respectstheintegrityofinterconnectedsystems;adaptstochange;and maintainsourcommunity’sessentialfunction,identityandstructure.”

Thistopicispertinentforeveryone,not justoceanfront-livingfamilies.Forinstance,“Floodingcouldbeonyourrouteto schoolorwork[or]youremergency healthcareprovider.Winddamagecould knockdownatreeorblowtheshinglesoff yourrooforspawnatornadoormicroburst.Stormsseemtobegettinglargerand

moreintense,”saidNoeFellows.Hurricane Erinwasmilesouttosea,“andyetwestill hadsomuchdamagetoourprotectivebarrierdunes.Whatifithadhit[closer]?”In suchacase,thetownscenteredonRoute 113woulddefinitelyhavefeltit.

“LotsofpeopleinGeorgetowndon’t believetheyliveonthecoast,[but]people inGeorgetownareimpactedbycoastal systems.AhurricanethatcomesintoRehobothorFenwickcouldeventuallyaffect Georgetownjustaseasily,”shesaid.

TheCIBisplanningforitsnext50 yearsofprojects,whichisalong-ranging vision.

“Coastalresilienceisalsoaboutdealing withchange.So,landuseischanging.… Wehaveawholebunchmorepeoplemovingintoourarea,”whichhasmeantthe clearingoftrees,fillingofwetlandsand heaviertrafficonroads.

“Inourwatershed,we’reaworkingestuary.…Wewanttorecreate,wewantto fish,wewanttocontinuetoenjoyour qualityoflifethatwehave.Resiliencefor usmeanshowwewanttouseourresources,andnotlockitupandputitaway inaboxthatwecan’ttouch.Resilienceis alsoaboutoureconomy,ourhealthand also…ourwildlife.Peoplewanttomake surewestillseeourhorseshoecrabs,”she said.

Learnmoreatinlandbays.org/southern-delaware-coastal-resilience-plan.

Friendsgroupdonates$5,000toSelbyvillelibrary

TheFriendsofSelbyvillePublic Libraryrecentlypresentedacheck for$5,000totheSelbyvillePublic Library.Thefundswereraisedin partfromthefirstAnnualBook Saleandthegroup’sdine-and-donateattheCottageCaféin BethanyBeach.

Upcomingfundraisingeventsincludeadine-and-donateatthePit &Pub,locatedat12701Coastal Highway,onTuesday,Oct.16, when10percentoftheentireday’s proceedswillbenefittheFriends.

OnOct.23,theFriendsare hostingaTriviaNightat7p.m.at theSelbyvillePublicLibrary,locatedat11EastMcCabeStreet. Triviateamscanhaveuptosix members.Theentrancefeeis$20 perperson,whichwillcoversnacks, soda,waterandprizes.Therewill beacashbarforwineandbeer,$5 each.Therewillbeadoorprizeand prizesforfirst-,second-andthirdplaceteams.Spaceislimitedat TriviaNight,sothoseinterestedin participatingarebeingurgedto registerearlyatbusiness.bethanyfenwick.org(clickon“community events”tofindtheregistration page).

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TheFriendsoftheSelbyvillePublicLibrarypresentachecktotheSelbyvillePublicLibraryafterthefirstAnnualBookSaleand dine-and-donate eventheldattheCottageCafé.

TheeventbenefitstheFriendsof SelbyvillePublicLibrary,a 501(c)(3)nonprofitorganization thatsupportstheoperationsatSelbyvillePublicLibrary.TheFriends arealwayslookingformoremembers.Tojointhegroup,visit Selbyvillefriends.org.

NativeAmericanDaytobecelebratedatNanticokeIndianMuseum

TheNanticokeIndianMuseumnear MillsborowillcelebrateNativeAmericanDaywithfreeadmissionandmuseumtoursonSaturday,Nov.1,from11 a.m.to3p.m.

Theeventwillinclude:

•SpecialguestspeakerBonnieHall, tribalhistorian; •Nativetraditionaldancing; •Nativetraditionaldrummingand singing;

•ANativefluteperformance; •StorytellingbyRagghiRain; •Vendors;

•NativeAmericanfood,including Indianfrybread,IndiantacosandNan-

ticokesuccotash; •NanticokeIndianT-shirts,hats, booksandothermemorabilia;and

•NanticokeIndianlanguagebooks. Themuseumislocatedat26673 JohnJ.WilliamsHighway(Route24), Millsboro.

(Thereisnoraindateintheevent thatthecelebrationiscanceleddueto inclementweather.)

DonationstotheNanticokeIndian Associationwillbeacceptedonsite. Formoreinformation,contactthe NanticokeIndianMuseumat(302) 945-7022ormuseum@nanticokeindians.org.

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RAL’sAnnualHolidayFairsetforNov.1-2

TheRehobothArtLeague’s41st AnnualHolidayFairFineCraftShow willtakeplaceNov.1-2from10a.m.to 4p.m.Takingplaceontheartleague’s campusat12DoddsLane,Rehoboth Beach,theeventwillfeatureavarietyof artisansexhibitingandsellingtheir work,includingjewelry,glasswork,ceramics,mixedmedia,anddecorativeand wearablefibercreations.

Patronscanstrollthecampusand findartiststhroughoutthehistoric Homestead,ChambersandPaynter Studio,andCorkranandTubbsgalleries to selectgiftsforfamily,friendsand themselves.IntheChildren’sStudio, seasonalofferingsfromThePointCoffeeHouseandBakeShoppewillbe availableallday,whilethePayntersPub willserveupDogfishHeadcraftbrews andmore.

GeneraladmissiontotheeventbeginsSaturday,Nov.1,witha$5week-

CoastalPoint•Submitted Peoplecanenterforachancetowina woodturnedlampcraftedbyCharles PaulbypurchasingaHolidayFairraffle ticketattheRehobothArtLeagueor onlineatrehobothartleague.org.

endentryfeeperadultthatgoestoward theleague’syear-roundexhibitionand educationprograms.Thereisnoadmissionchargeforchildrenyoungerthan 12. Ticketscanbepurchasedatthe door.

Alongwiththeartisans,the41st HolidayFairoffersanonlineartauction andraffle.Participatingartisanshave donatedartworksthatarebeingauctionedonlinetosupporttheartleague’s educationandexhibitionprograms. WorkscanbeviewedintheDeWitt GalleryduringtheHolidayFairandon theleague’swebsiteatanytime.Bidsare placedonline,withtheauctionclosing at4p.m.onSunday,Nov.2.

This year’srafflepieceisawoodturnedlampdonatedbywoodworker CharlesPaul.Thelamp,whichismade ofpineandwalnut,isvaluedat$350. Raffleticketscost$5perticketor$20 forfiveandmaybepurchasedatthe frontdeskoftheCorkranGallery throughNov.2.Theluckywinnerwill bepickedatrandomfollowingtheHolidayFair’sclosureonNov.2at4p.m. ProceedssupportRAL’syear-round programs.

TheHolidayFairisheldrainor shine.Foradditionalinformationabout the event,visitwww.rehobothartleague.orgorcall(302)227-8408.

Communityinvitedto celebrate25yearsof landpreservationatDBG

TheSussexCountyLandTrust (SCLT)announcedthisweekthekickoffofits25thanniversaryyearwitha specialeveningevent,“25YearsofPreservingSussex:CelebratingOurRoots, GrowingOurFuture,”onThursday, Nov.13,from6to8p.m.atthe DelawareBotanicGardens.

Theeventwillbringtogethercommunitymembers,supportersandpartnerstohonorSCLT’s25-yearlegacyof preservingopenspaceinSussexCounty whilelookingaheadtothenextchapter ofconservation.Guestswillbeableto enjoyheavyhorsd’oeuvres,drinks,live musicandnetworkingopportunitiesin thebrand-newAnnettePennoni MeadowPavilion.

Thecelebrationfollowsthesuccessof the2025DogfishDash,whereSCLT wasthenonprofitbeneficiary.Thanksto DogfishHead,sponsors,volunteersand hundredsofparticipants,theevent raised$109,000forlandpreservationin SussexCounty.

“Thismilestonedemonstratedthe powerofcommunitypartnershipandset thestageforayearofcontinuedmomentuminprotectingopenspace,”representativessaid.

“Thismilestoneisnotonlyacelebrationofwhatwe’veaccomplishedbutalso acalltoactionforthefuture,”saidSara Bluhm,executivedirectoroftheSussex CountyLandTrust.“Togetherwithour community,we’recommittedtopreservingopenspace,protectingnaturalresourcesandensuringthatSussex Countyremainsabeautifulplacetolive, workandplayforgenerationstocome.”

Ticketsarenowavailableforpurchaseathttps://bit.ly/sclt25kickoff.

SCLTextendedheartfeltgratitudeto all2025DogfishDashsponsorsfor makingthissuccesspossible:Artisans Bank,AtlanticMillwork,BellaTerra Landscapes&GardenCenter,Becker MorganGroupInc.,BohlerEngineering,BrockstedtMandalasFederico LLC,Burke&HerbertBank,The BrushFactoryonKings,Chesapeake Utilities,CommunityBank,Complete Tree,CorradoConstruction,County Bank,Davis,Bowen&FriedelInc., DelawareTourism,DRBHomes,GMB, JLAM,KimmelCarter,KimBenton StateFarm,LawOfficesofTunnell& Raysor,Lennar,LinkBank,M.Davis& SonsInc.,MeoliCompanies,NallyVentures,OrthopedicAssociatesofSouthernDelaware,Pennoni,Preston Automotive,RichardY.Johnson,RSC Landscaping,SaulEwingLLP,Scaled Engineering,SchellBrothers,Starboard, SussexCountyCouncil,VernonPowell, WheelhouseMechanicalandWSFS.

FormoreinformationabouttheSussexCountyLandTrustandits25thanniversarycelebrations,visit www.sclandtrust.org.

October16

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

FreeHalloweenMovie— JoinSouth CoastalLibraryat3:30p.m.foranot-toospooky,PG-ratedHalloweenfilmonourbig screenwithlightsnacks,candyandcoloringpages.Free,noregistrationrequired. HostedbytheSouthCoastalLibrary, BethanyBeach,DE302-858-5518 https://southcoastal.lib.de.us

BabyBees— JoinFrankfordPublicLibrary onThursdaysat11a.m.foraBabyBees StoryTimeforchildren,ages0to3.Stories,songs,andinteractiveplaypr omote earlyliteracyandengagementwithother childreninarelaxedsettinginthechildren'sroom.Registrationisnotrequired.

Questions,pleasecallus:302-7329351. We'reonFb@FrankfordPublicLibraryand Instagram@frankfordlibrary.

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

Dine&Donate— TheFriendsoftheSelbyvillePublicLibrarywillbethebeneficiariesofaDine&DonateeffortalldayatPit &PubinSelbyville.Therestaurantwilldonate10percentoftheday’sproceedsto theorganization.

October17

GenealogyBasicsClass— Lookingto traceyourroots,butnotsurehowtoget started?JoinSouthCoastalLibraryat2 p.m.forafreebeginner45-minutegenealogyclassledbyalibrarian.You’l lgettips andsuggestionsforgettingstartedusing freelibraryresourceslikeAncestryLibrary EditionandNewspapers.com.You’llthen haveapprox.30minutestostartresearching,askquestionsofeachother,andmeet

othergenealogyenthusiastsinyourcommunity.(Thisclassisforbeginners.Ifyou havegenealogyexperience,considerattendingourbi-monthlySouthCoastalGenealogyGroupinstead.Nextmeetingis Nov.15at10:15a.m.)Pleasebringyour own chargedlaptop,tabletorsmartphone. Registrationislimitedandrequired,and availableatwww.southcoastal.lib.de.usor bycalling302-858-5518.Walk-insacceptedifspaceallows.Hostedbythe SouthCoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue, BethanyBeach,DE19930 FallFestival— ThereChargeYouthand Children’sMinistryFallFestivalwillbeheld atSalemChurchfrom6to8p.m.There willbeapettingzoo,games,snacks,Bible lessonandmore.

October18

LEGOClub— Letyourchild'simagination runwildatLEGOClub,atSouthCoastalLibraryat11a.m.Ateachprogram,we'll focusonanewtheme,andLEGOsareprovided.Forages6-11years.Registrationis requiredandavailableathttps://southcoastal.lib.de.usorbycalling302-8585518.Walk-insacceptedifspaceallows. HostedbytheSouthCoastalLibrary,43 KentAvenue,BethanyBeach,DE19930 WondersoftheWoodlandsTour— There willbeafreeguidedtourofthe12-acre DelawareB otanicGardenwoodlandsfrom 11a.m.to1p.m.Thisisfreewithadmission,andfreeformembers.Formoreinformation,visitthemonlineat delawaregardens.org.

HalloweenParty— FrankfordPublicLibrary’sHalloweenPartyfeatureseducationalandSTEMcraftsandactivitiesto scareyourselfsmart!Thefunstartsat11 a.m.We'llhavegamesandtake-homekits forages4-12.Costumesnotrequired. However,wewillhaveprizesforthemost creative(andsilly,scary,s weet)costumes. Candy-freesnacksprovided.Questions, pleasecallus:302-7329351.We'reonFb @FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram @frankfordlibrary.

FallAnnualMovie— SalemChurchisholdingaFallAnnualMovieEventat6p.m. Therewillbecrafts,foodandaCharlie Brownpumpkinmovie.

OperationWarm— FrankfordPublicLibrary ishostingOperationWarmfrom10a.m.to 2p.m.Stopbythelibrarytopickupafree brand-newwintercoatforyourchild— whilesupplie slast.Coatsizesrangefrom 4Tto14-16.Everythingisfirstcome-first served.Noregistrationisrequired,soarriveearly.

October19

HarvestDayCelebration— Thehistoric PrinceGeorge’sChapelinDagsborois hostingaHarvestDayCelebrationand markingofthe33rdanniversaryofThe FriendsofPrinceGeorge’sChapelat2 p.m.Therewillbespecialmusic,featuring JackAndrews,DanitaRobinsonandDale Tubbs.Therewillalsobeabakesalefollowingtheservice.N oadmissionfee.All donationswillbenefittheupkeepofthis historicchapel.Formoreinformation,call Vickieat(302)732-3824orJoAnnat (302)858-2720.

October20

SpooktacularCrafts— Bringafriend,your kids(Ages13-plus)orcomealonefrom45:30p.m.atSouthCoastalLibraryand enjoymakingsomefrightasticcraftswith us!Choosefromsixdifferenteasycrafts (detailsonourwebsite.)Costumesencouraged,butoptional.Registrationisavailable atsouth coastal.lib.de.usorbycalling302858-5518.Walk-insacceptedifspaceallows.HostedbytheSouthCoastalLibrary, 43KentAvenue,BethanyBeach,DE19930 LearnHowtoCreateaUkranianPysanky Egg— Pysankawriting,oreggdecorating, isanancientandtraditionalUkrainianart formwherethesymbolsandcolorschosen canhavepaganorChristianmeaning.In this10:30a.m.workshopatFrankford

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— VIPisasocialgroupforvisually-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 thirdWednesdayofeachmonthatBigFish Grill.ThisisaserviceorganizationthatperformsprojectsintheSussexcountyarea. Formoreinformation,visitthemonFacebook,atLordbaltimorelionsclub.orgorby phoneat(301)543-0329.

RotaryMeets— So uthernSussexRotary meetsweeklyatDoyle’sRestaurantinSelbyvilleeveryThursdayat8a.m.Formore information,callBrendanCrottyat(302) 858-3234orvisit SouthernSussexRotary.org.

localschools,scholarshipsforhighschool students,veteran’sprogramsandother charitableorganizations.Italsoprovides socialopportunitiestofosterfriendship,camaraderieandindividualenrichment amongitsmembers.Tolearnmoreabout LBWC,visitLbwclub.com.

BonsaiClub— TheSouthCoastalBonsai ClubmeetsthefirstWednesdayof each monthfrom10a.m.tonoonatInlandBays GardenCenter.

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

LegionAuxiliary— TheAmericanLegion Auxiliary Unit24meetsthefirstTuesdayof

eachmonthat5:30p.m.Ifyouareamemberorinterestedinjoining,pleaseattend. MeetingsareheldattheAmericanLegion Post24inDagsboro.

Women’sClubofIndianRiver— The Women’sClubofIndianRiver(WCIR)isa non-profitdedicatedtoservingthecommunitiesinandaroundtheIndianRiver.WCIR raisesfundsandvolunteerstosupportlocal charities,educationprojects,veterans, women’sempowermentandtheenvironment.Itals oprovidesanopportunityforindividualenrichmentandcamaraderie amongstitsmembers.Tolearnmore,contactLynnatlthomp018@gmail.com.

SaltwaterFlyAnglersofDelaware— Fly fishermenandwomenofallagesandskill levelsareinvitedtoattendtheclub’smeetingsonthesecondWednesdayofthe month(FebruarythroughDecember)atthe RollingMeadowsClubhouseinLewesat7 p.m.Formoreinformation,anddirections,

visitsfaod.com.

IrishMenMeet— IfyouareI rishbybirthor descent,considerjoiningTheAncientOrder oftheHibernians.Theyarewelcomingnew members,andmeetonthesecondThursdayofeachmonthatSt.EdmondsHallin RehobothBeachat6p.m.Formoreinformation,visitaoh.com,callortext(516) 770-1822oremailpcurran43@aol.com. PolishAmericanClub— ThePolishAmericanClubofDelmarvameetsthesecond WednesdayofeachmonthatColumbus Hall(behindSt.Luke’sChurch)inOcean City,Md.,from2to4p.m .Formoreinformation,emailrwc21tbk@gmail.com.

Drop-Ins

WethePeople— "WethePeople"isaneffortputtogetherbyBillMurphytocelebrate

LordBaltimoreWomen’sClub— Organizedin1934,LordBaltimoreWomen’sClub (LBWC)iscelebratingits90thanniversary ofservicetoSussexCounty.LBWCisa non-profitorganizationwhichmeetsthe thirdMondayofeverymonth(September throughJune)at11a.m.atCrippleCreek Golf&CountryClubnearDagsboro.Dedicatedtohelpingthelocalcommunity, LBWCraisesfundsforeducationprojectsin

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Wood Floors. Quartz Counters & Huge Island in Gourmet Kitchen. 1st oor Primary Suite. Screened Porch. Patio. 2 YR Warranty & Much More!

$925,000 (DESU2090344) Call Michael Burroughs (c) 302-575-7882

34897 SEAGRASS PLANTATION RD, DAGSBORO

This beautifully updated 4-BR, 2-BA home blends luxurious upgrades with serene natural views, o ering the perfect combination of comfort, style, and tranquility. Step inside to nd a thoughtfully designed 1-level oor plan featuring hardwood ooring throughout the main living areas and the owner's suite.

$625,000 (DESU2087222) Call John Shutter (c) 205-243-6053

33204 CROSS RD, FRANKFORD

Great open oor plan and has only been used on occasional weekends. Close to the pool and 15 minutes to Bethany. Seller assist of $7,000 for mortgage paydown at settlement.

$483,000 (DESU2079064) Call Doug Barton (c) 302-333-4774

31306 LAKEVIEW BLVD, LEWES Luxury at its nest. 4264 Sq. Ft. In Reserves at Lewes Landing. 5 Bed, 3 Bath Home with a chef’s kitchen, an abundance of upgrades and extensive hardscaping for your private outdoor living. 3+ car fully insulated garage.

$1,190,000 (DESU2096652) Call Kim Knight (c) 302-640-5418

3 S 9TH ST, SOUTH BETHANY Ocean Block, 7 Bedrooms, 2 Kitchens, Investment Opportunity in Pristine Condition!

$2,750,000 (DESU2095448) Call Kim Knight (c) 302-640-5418

302-383-5971

35027 TYBEE ST, MILLVILLE Coastal Cottage 2 Bedroom, 2.5 Baths, Open oor plan, replace, screened in porch.

$460,000 (DESU2098254) Call Roy Davis(c) 302-383-5971

Call Teresa Marsula (c) 410-726-9107

39684 SUNRISE CT. # 714, BETHANY BEACH

This is a rare opportunity to nd a home for sale in the community of Bethany Shores, This home is one block from the beach, walk to restaurants, entertainment and more. 4 Bed, 3.5 bath, 3 story home, fully furnished, excellently maintained. Great full-time home, vacation home or investment. Great Rental History.

$750,000 (DESU2098488)

Call Christine Springer (c) 410-262-2739

33812 CONNECTICUT AVE, FRANKFORD

31306 LAKEVIEW BLVD, LEWES

This luxury home in the Reserves at Lewes Landing offers 4264 sq ft. Of unbelievable living space. 5 bedrooms, 3 full baths, rst oor master's and a rst- oor guest suite. hardscaping outside o ers privacy with a sitting area, re pit area and built in BBQ.

$1,190,000 (DESU2096652) Call Michael Burroughs (c) 302-575-7882

36261 TEE BOX BLVD, FRANKFORD Immaculate home in highly sought after Forest Landing. Hardly lived in and looks brand new. Beautiful pool and amenities and unbelievable included services.

$570,000(DESU2092154) Call Doug Barton (c) 302-333-4774

$525,000 (DESU2091796) Call Cindy Souza (c) 301-332-5032 SAT,10/182-4PM SUN,10/1911-1PM

Beautifully designed end-ofrow 4 BR, 3/1 BA townhouse nestled in the desirable Kensington Park community. $400,000 (DESU2095358) Call Je Brocious (c) 302-581-9565 29586 CARNOUSTIE CT

36403 JUNCO RD, OCEAN VIEW This Bay Forest villa is ideal to enjoy being at the beach as a 2nd home or as a weekly rental w/3BR/2.5BA & a garage! Blocks to pool/tennis/pickleball. Dramatic 2story ceilings in great room & DR, eat-in kitchen. Sip a beverage on the screened porch or outdoor patio!

Wednesday Nights

BOGO $15 Off Entrees

Thursday Nights

Menu Craft Cocktails $12 All Night & Complimentary Salad with Purchase of Entree

Wednesday - Saturday 5pm - 9pm

meetingsthatfeatureengagingspeakers. Formoreinformation,visitshoredemocrats.com.

RepublicansMeet— The38thDistrictRepublicanClubmeetsthefirstMondayofthe month.Socialhoursbeginat6p.m.,and themeetingstartspromptlyat6:30p.m. Informationontheclubandmeetingscan befoundat38thdrcp.com,orthroughemail atinfo@38thdrcp.com.

DemocratsMeet— The38thRepresentativeDistrictDemocraticCommitteemeets thefirstWednesdayofeverym onthat5 p.m.Formoreinformation,updateson speakersandmeetinglocations,visit deldems38.orgoremailingthemat Deldems38@gmail.com.

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

DemocratsMeet— The4thRepresen tative DistrictDemocraticCommitteemeetsthe thirdTuesdayofeverymonthatCaptain’s PizzainMillsboro.Socialhoursbeginat 5:30p.m.,andthemeetingstartsat6:30 p.m.Thebusinessmeetingisopentoall registeredDemocrats.Formoreinformation,visitRD4atdeldems.org.

RepublicanWomenMeet— TheSussex CountyRepublicanWomen’sClubmeetson thefourthWednesdayofeachmonthonthe secondfloorofNicola’sPizzainLewes.

Check-inbeginsat4:45p.m.fordi nner, andthemeetingstartsat5:30p.m.The costis$40.RSVPbythe15thofeach monthtoinfo@scrwc.net.Theorganization educates,informsandcreatesfellowship withlike-mindedpeople.Formoreinformation,visitscrwc.netoremailthemat info@scrwc.net.

Fitness/Health/Dance

TuningUptheTemple— MarinersBethel GMChosts“TuningUptheTemple”exercise/fitnessclassesonMondays, WednesdaysandFridays,from8:30to 9:45a.m.atTheHopeCenter.The classe saresession-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— MarinersBethelChurchi s holdingazumbaexerciseclassintheHope 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— CapeHenlo penSeniorCenterishostingline-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’sLane Parkinglot,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

SeeEVENTSpage48

Nor’easterbringshigh surfandcoastalflooding

Anautumnnor’easterbroughtfloodingtothe AtlanticCoastfromOct.11to14.CoastalPointreportershitthestreetstoviewtheimpactsaround Bethany,Fenwick,IndianRiverInletandsurroundingareasonSunday,Oct.12.

Choppyseas,risingtidesandaninchofrain batteredthecoast.TheNationalWeatherService (NWS)extendeditscoastalfloodadvisorythrough Tuesdaynight.

Thehighestwindsappeartohaveblown aroundmidnightofSundayintoMonday.TheNWS collecteddataonthesemaximumwindgustsfrom varioussources:IndianRiverInlet57mph;South Bethany55mph;BethanyBeach48mph;Rehoboth Beach44mph;andFenwickIsland43mph.

Floodingclosedseveralroads,includingOak OrchardRoadnearLongNeckandpartsofRoute1 innorthBethanyandDeweyBeach.TheIndian RiverSchoolDistrictclosedschoolsonMonday andhadatwo-hourdelayonTuesday.The DelawareNationalGuardwasactivatedincaseof worsewindorwaves.Coastalstateparkswere closed.InKentCounty,themayorofBowersBeach issuedavoluntaryevacuationorderforresidents neartheflood-proneDelawareBaytown.

TheDelawareNationalGuardwasactivated, readytoassistwithfloodorwindemergencies.The MillsborofirehallwasopenedasareceptioncenterforSussexCountians,shouldevacuationsbe needed.

Peoplecanalwaysfindroadclosurenotificationsatdeldot.gov;learntheirfloodzoneatpreparede.org/know-your-zone;andsignupforthe DelawareEmergencyNotificationSystem(DENS)at dema.delaware.gov.

oflinkingintotheJeffersonHealthStroke supportGroupandalsohavein-personsupport.Reservationsarerecommended,but walk-insarewelcome.Formoreinformation, call(302)440-4866.

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

Pickleball— TheHopeCenteratMariners BethelishostingpickleballeveryMonday, Wednesday andFridayfrom11:30a.m.to 2:30p.m.

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

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

BilliardsatIRSeniorCenter— 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. andFridaysat10a.m.forseniorcenter members.

LaBlastFitnessatIRSC— TheIndianRiver SeniorCenterhostsLaBlastFitnesson Mondays at2:15p.m.forseniorcentermembers.

ChairYogaatIRSC— TheIndianRiverSenior Centerhostschairyogaat9:30a.m.onTuesdaysforseniorcentermembers.

ZumbaatIRSeniorCenter— TheIndian RiverSeniorCenterhostsZumbaat11a.m. onFridaysforseniorcentermembers.

Al-AnonFamilyGroup— TheWednesday MindfulnessAl-AnonFamilyGroupmeetsat CommunityLutheranChurcheveryWednesdayfrom7to8p.m.

Hobby/Craft

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

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

RadioOperators— AnyHamradiooperator,orpeoplewantingtomeetandgreet others,cangettogetherattheMillsboro PizzaKingonThursdaysat8:30a.m.The ARRLSectionManagerusuallyattends. Formoreinformation,contactJack

PLANTATION LAKES

Magaratk8uyc80@gmail.com.

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

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

Music

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

Women’sACapellaChorus— Achapter ofSweetAdelinesInternationalInc.holds rehearsalseveryMonda yeveningfrom6 to8p.m.intheOceanPines(Md.)CommunityCenter.Theyarelookingforladies wholovetosing.Memberscomefrom MarylandandDelaware.Formoreinformation,callElissaat(410)641-8050, findthemonsocialmediaorvisitdelmarvachorus.org.

Museums/Displays

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

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

SelbyvilleMuseum— TheSelbyvilleMuseumisopenfrom10a.m.to2p.m.onthe thirdsaturdayofeachmonththroughOctober.VariousrailroadandTownartifactsdatingbacktotheearliestagriculturaldaysof thetownareondisplay,alongwithpolice memorabiliathroughth elate20thCentury. Themuseumislocatedat6RailroadAvenue.Admissionisfree.Formoreinformation,visitthemonlineat selbyville.delaware.gov.

NanticokeIndianMuseum— TheNanticokeIndianMuseumistheonlyNative AmericanmuseuminDelaware,andis listedintheNationalRegisterofHistoric

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PublicLibrary,wewilllearntheprocessof 'writing'Pysanky,fromchoosingtheeggs, waxinganddyeing,toolsthatareusedand finallytotheremovalofwaxtounveilyour

Pysankagem!Registrationisrequired.Call 302-732-9351orvisitusonlineatfrankford.lib.de.us.FindusonFB@FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram @frankfordlibrary.

StorytimeonParsonsFarm— JoinFrankfordPublicLibraryat11a.m.forstorytelling,songs,andcraftsatParsonsFarm outdoorpavilion.Onrainydayswe'llbeinsidethecafe.ThisStorytimeisopentoall ages.NoRegistrationisrequired.Call302732-9351orvisitusonlineat frankford.lib.de.us.FindusonFacebook @FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram @frankfordlibrary.

Hooks andNeedles— JoinFrankfordPublicLibraryonMondaysat1p.m.forafunafternoon ofknittingandcrocheting.Alllevelsarewelcome.Call302-732-9351orvisitusonlineat frankford.lib.de.us.FindusonFB@FrankfordPublicLibrar yandInstagram@frankfordlibrary.

Events

Places,alongwithbeingpartofthe DelawareHistoryTrail.Themuseumis open10a.m.to4p.m.TuesdaystoSaturdays.Admissionis$5perperson.Formore information,visitnanticokeindians.org/locations/nanticokeindian-museum.

Dine&Donate— TheClubhouseatBaywoodis hostingadine&Donatefrom4to8p.m.to helptheGFWCWomen’sClubofIndianRiver. Tenpercentofdinnersaleswillbedonatedto theorganization.Aflyerisnotneeded.

October21

iPad&AppleUsersGroup— iPad,iPhone andotherAppledeviceusersofallskill levelsarewelcometoattendthismonthly supportgroupatSouthCoastalLibraryat 11a.m.Usersmeetto discussnewfeatures,sharetips,andaskquestions.Attend inpersonorviaZoom.Free,registrationis requiredandavailableathttps://southcoastal.lib.de.usorbyphoneat302-8585518.Walk-insacceptedifspaceallows. HostedbytheSouthCoastalLibrary, BethanyBeach,DE FortMiles:50YearsofService— Learn aboutsomelocalhistoryfromarepresentativefromFortMiles,locatedinCape HenlopenStatePark,at2p.m.atSouth CoastalLibrary.Thisbriefta lkwillintroduceyoutothecreationandhistoryofFort Miles,fromitsinvolvementinnationalde-

Faith

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

CommunityBibleStudy— Community BibleStudy,focusingontheBookof Psalms,willmeeteveryThursdayat

fensefromWWII,throughtheearly1990s whenthelandwasthenreturnedtothe StateofDelaware.Free,noregistrationrequired.HostedbytheSouthCoastalLibrary,BethanyBeach,DE302-858-5518 https://southcoastal.lib.de.us BoardMeeting— Thepublicisinvitedto theFrankfordPublicLibrary’sboardmeetingheldonthethirdTuesdayofeach month.Call302-73 2-9351orvisitusonlineatfrankford.lib.de.us.FindusonFB @FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram @frankfordlibrary.

Dine&Donate— TheCrabcakeFactory BaysideinFenwickIslandishostingaDine &Donatefrom9a.m.to9p.m.AllproceedsbenefittheLordBaltimoreWomen’s Clubscholarshipfund,inadditiontoother communityactivitiesandnonprofitorganizationstheysupport.

October22

MusicwithMissMaria— Littleones(ages 5andunder)willlovethislively,interactive musicprogram—packedwithsinging, dancing,andplayfulactivitiesthatget

MarinersBethelintheFellowshipHall from6:30to8:30p.m.Toregister,go onlinetobethanybeacheve.cbsclass.org.

BibleStudy— SalemChurchinSelbyville ishostingBiblestudyeveryThursdayat 10a.m.

Women’sBibleStudy— “WhenFaithBecomesSightHEAVEN,”byJenniferRothschild,aWomen’sBibleStudygroup,will meetatMarinersBeth elchurchevery WednesdayfromSept.24throughNov.5,

everyonemovingandsmiling,atSouth CoastalLibraryat10:30a.m.Free,noregistrationrequiredbutparents/caregivers mustaccompanychildren.Entryavailable onafirstcome/firstservedbasis.Hosted bytheSouthCoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue,BethanyBeach,DE19930302-8585518https://southcoastal.lib.de.us CrimeSolvers— Areyouatruecrimelover oranas piringdetective?JoinSouth CoastalLibraryat5p.m.fora105-minute tabletopgamewhereweexamineevidence,witnessstatements,etc.tocooperativelysolvefictionalmurders.Forages 18-plus.Free,allmaterials&lightsnacks provided(orbringyourown—noalcohol.) Registrationbeginsat5pmonOct.1at https://southcoastal.lib.de.usorbycalling 302-858-5518HostedbytheSouth CoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue,Bethany Beach,DE19930

MahjongOpenPlay— FrankfordPublicLibrary’sMahjonggroupplaysWednesdays at1p.m.forcasualplay.Registrationis notrequired,butpriorplayingexperience ispreferred.Call302-732-9351orvisitus

from10to11:30a.m.,or7to8:30p.m. Allwomenarewelcome.Toregister,visit marinersbethel.churchcenter.com.

WomenofFaith— Thewomen’sgroup meetsthefirstMondayofthemonthat SalemChurchinSelbyvilleat6:30p.m. Formoreinformation,visitsumc.com. MenofChrist— Themen’sgroupmeets thesecondMondayofthemonthat SalemChurchinSelbyvilleat6:30p.m. Formoreinformation,visitsumc.com.

onlineatfrankford.lib.de.us.FindusonFB @FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram @frankfordlibrary.

InterfaithUnderstandingProgram— To helppromoteinterfaithunderstanding,the BecomingBelovedCommunityCommittee issponsoringapresentationon“Islamand AmericanMuslims:ThePast,Todayandthe Future,”intheparishhallofSt.Martha’s EpiscopalChurchfrom3-5p.m.Ahment Tekelioglu,Ph.D.inpoliticalscience,will makethepresentation.

October23

FreeWrite— TheRehobothBeachWriters Guild(RBWG)hostsaweeklytwo-hour FreeWritesessionattheSouthCoastalLibraryat10:30a.m.Participantsage18plusofallskilllevelswillpracticecreative writinginafriendlyandnurturingatmosphere.(Inpersonparticipationonly.)Free, registrationisappreciatedandavailableat www.southcoastal.lib.de.usorbycalling 302-858-5518.Walk-insacceptedifspace allows.HostedbytheSouthCoastalLibrar y,43KentAvenue,BethanyBeach,DE 19930

RetirementReadyBootcamp,Part1— Areyoucurrentlynearingretirementorrecentlyretired?JoinusattheSouthCoastal Libraryat2p.m.forafree,three-partRetirementBootcampserieswithEricJohnston,President&FinancialAdvisorwith InFocusFinancialAdvisorsandinstructor withtheDelawareMoneySchool.Learnthe basicstrategiestoplanasuccessfulretire-

ment,maximizeyoursocialsecuritybenefit andpos itionyourportfoliotolast.Sessions include:Oct.23:InvestmentStrategies, Oct.31:SocialSecurity,&Nov.6:RetirementSuccess.Free,noregistrationrequired.HostedbytheSouthCoastal Library,43KentAvenue,BethanyBeach, DE19930www.southcoastal.lib.de.us LectureinthePavilion— DougTallamy, theNewYorkTimesbest-sellingauthoron nativeplantsforthehome,willspeakat DelawareBotanicGardensfrom5to7p.m. Ticketsmustbepurchasedinadva nce.Go todelawaregardens.org.

TriviaNight— TheFriendsofSelbyville PublicLibraryarehostingatrivianightat thelibraryat7p.m.Teamscanbeupto sixmembersat$20perhead.Thecostincludessnacks,softdrinks,wateranddoor prizes.Acashbarforbeerandwinewillbe available.

Police-PartneredStoryTime— Join FrankfordPublicLibraryat11a.m.fora specialStoryTimefeaturingofficersfrom theFrankfordandDagsboroPoliceDepartments!Childrenofall agesareinvitedto enjoystoriesreadbyourcommunity’spoliceofficers,followedbyachancetoask questionsandengagewithourspecial guests.Thisfunandinteractiveeventencouragesaloveofreadingwhilehelping childrenbuildpositiveconnectionswith locallawenforcement.Registrationisnot required.Questions,pleasecallus:3027329351.We'reonFb@FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram@frankfordlibrary. Let’sPlayGames:ForAdults— Join Fra nkfordPublicLibraryonThursdaysat1 p.m.toplaygamessuchasdominoes, Scrabbleandcards.Call302-732-9351or visitusonlineatfrankford.lib.de.us.Find

usonFB@FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram@frankfordlibrary.

LegoClub— Callingallbuilders!Whether newtoLegosoraMasterBuilder,join FrankfordPublicLibraryat5p.m.toengageyourimaginationandbuildyourlatest Legocreation.Thisprogramisforages6 andup.Call302-732-9351orvisituso nlineatfrankford.lib.de.us.FindusonFB @FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram @frankfordlibrary.

TeenOrigamiNight— Unfoldyourcreativity!JoinFrankfordPublicLibraryat5p.m. forafunandrelaxingorigamiclassjustfor teens.Noexperienceneeded,andallskill levelsarewelcome.Snacksandsupplies areprovided-justbringyourimagination. Whetherit'saclassiccraneoraseasonal flower,you’llleavewithyourownunique paperart!Spaceislimited ,soregistration isencouraged.Call302-732-9351orvisit usonlineatfrankford.lib.de.us.Finduson FB@FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram @frankfordlibrary.

AnniversaryGala— SouthCoastalVillage Volunteerswillholdagalatocelebratethe organization’sfifthanniversaryatCripple CreekcountryClubat5:30p.m.Formore, visitsouthcoastalvillagevolunteers.org.

PokémonTrades— BethanySportsCards willhostitsfirst-everPokémoncardtrading nightfrom5to6p.m.

October24

PietOudolfMeadowTour— TheDelaware BotanicGardensishostingatourofthe PietOudolfMeadowfrom2to3p.m.This isfreewithadmission,andfreeformembers.Formoreinformation,visitthemonlineatdelawaregardens.org.

October25

Don’tMossAround— DelawareBotanic Gardenswillhostaclass,“Don’tMoss Around:PitcherPerfectBogGardening,” from11a.m.to1p.m.Freewithadmission,andfreeformembers.Formoreinformation, visitthemonlineat delawaregardens.org.

ParsonsFarmTrunkorTreat— Join FrankfordPublicLibraryat3p.m.fora spookygoodtimeatParsonsFarm!Ghosts, goblins,andghoulswillbehandingout treats,andlocalbusinesses—including yourlibrary!—willbedeckingouttheir trunksinafuncompetitionforbestdisplay. AgesWelcome:Toddlerto12years.Call 302-732-9351orvisitusonlineatfrankford.lib.de.us.FindusonFacebook @FrankfordPublicLibraryandIn stagram @frankfordlibrary.

October26

HistoricChapelTour— Therewillbeafree tourofthehistoricPrinceGeorge’sChapel from1:30to4:30p.m.Thechapelislocatedat32040WardLane,inDagsboro. Formoreinformation,callVickieat(302) 732-3824orJoAnnat(302)858-2720.If thereisnoanswer,pleaseleaveamessage.

October27

Dine&Donate— TheWomen’sCivicClub ofBethanyBeachwillbethebeneficiaryof adine-and-donateatTheCottageCafé from11a.m.to9p.m.Tenpercentoffood andbever agesaleswillbedonatedtothe club,includingcarryout.

Dine&Donate— NicolaPizzawillhosta dine-and-donatefrom5to9p.m.tobenefitCoastalConcertsandSouthern DelawareChorale.Twentypercentofthe dine-inproceedswillbesplitbetweenthe organizations.Nocouponrequired.

GentleYogaFlow— JoinSarahSchaber, RYT-500certifiedyogainstructor,fora free,one-hourGentleFlowYogaclassat SouthCoastalLibraryat10:15a.m.Ideal forbeginners,senior s,andanyonelooking foraslowerflowpractice.Wewilllearn breathingtechniques,postures,andexercisestopromoteflexibilityandstrength, balance,andrelaxation.Pleasebringa yogamatortowelfromhome.Theinstructoralsorecommends4-inch-deepfoam yogablocks.Ifyouareunabletogetonto theflooreasily,donotworry,wewillprovidechairs.Thereareoptionsforall!Registrationopensat12p.m.onSept.22and isavailableatsouthcoastal.lib.de. usorby calling302-858-5518.(Onlineregistration recommended!)Walk-insonlyacceptedif spaceallows.

MarkerspaceMonday:Ages18+— Join SouthCoastalLibraryat2p.m.thisautumnonselectMondayseachmonthfora funandfree90-minuteMakerspaceMonday!MakeyourowncustomizedT-shirts, waterbottles,signsandmoreusingour CricutMachine!Wetakeastepbackand

letyoucreatewhateverinspiresyou!Staff willguideyouthroughusingtheCricutand answeryo urquestions.Freetoolsand basicvinylcolorsprovided.Youwillneedto provideyourprojectbase(t-shirt,wooden sign,canvas,cardstock,etc.)Wewillalso havesomeDIYcraftingstationsforyouto enjoyaswell.Noneedtoregister,butCricutisavailableonafirstcome,firstserved basis,andCricuttimeislimitedto30minutesifothersarewaiting.Hostedbythe SouthCoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue, BethanyBeach,DE19930302-858-5518 https://southcoastal .lib.de.us StorytimeonParsonsFarm— JoinFrankfordPublicLibraryat11a.m.forstorytelling,songs,andcraftsatParsonsFarm outdoorpavilion.Onrainydayswe'llbeinsidethecafe.ThisStorytimeisopentoall ages.NoRegistrationisrequired.Call302732-9351orvisitusonlineat frankford.lib.de.us.FindusonFacebook @FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram @frankfordlibrary.

Hooks andNeedles— JoinFrankfordPublicLibraryonMondaysat1p.m.for afunafternoon of knittingandcrocheting.Alllevelsarewelcome.Call302-732-9351orvisitusonlineat frankford.lib.de.us.FindusonFB@FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram@frankfordlibrary.

Blood,Books&Brainpower:TriviaNightLibraryFundraiser— JointheFrankfordPublic LibraryandtheBloodBankofDelmarvaatthe Frankfordfirehallat6p.m.totestyourknowledgeacrosscategorieslike:VampireLore,Science&Medicine,History,Literature (Gothic, Horror,andBeyond)andMusic.Thisisa fundraiserfortheFrankfordPublicLibrary.$10 donationtoplay,$10donationfordrinktickets. Therewillalsobea50/50.2ticketsfor$10or 5for$20.

MeetandGreetWiththeLt.Gov.— Lt.Gov. KyleEvansGaywillcontinuetohostcommunity conversationsineachcounty.Thepubliccan connectdirectlywiththeelectedofficial,share concerns,askquestionsandlearnaboutgovernmentinitiatives.Thiswillbeheldatthe Georgetown PublicLibraryfrom6to7p.m.

October28

IntrotoGooglePhotos— Isyourphone, tabletorcomputerrunningoutofmemory

becauseit'sfullofphotos?Doyouwish youcouldorganizeandshareyourphotos moreeasily?Thisfree,two-hourclassat SouthCoastalLibraryat10a.m.willteach youhowtouseGooglePhotos(appand website)tostore,edit,organizeandshare yourphotosforfree.Registrationbeginsat 10a.m.onOct.7atsouthcoastal.lib.de.us orbycalling302-858-5518Hostedbythe SouthCoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue, BethanyBeach,DE19930

PAWSforReading— Snuggleupwitha frie ndly,well-traineddogandpractice readingaloudinafun,supportiveway,at SouthCoastalLibraryat4p.m.!Eachchild gets10minutesofone-on-onereading time.Bringyourfavoritebookorchoose onefromthelibrary.Perfectforages5plus.Free,mustcall(302)858-5518to register.HostedbytheSouthCoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue,BethanyBeach,DE 19930https://southcoastal.lib.de.us

FirstStepinWatercolors— Learnthebasics,asyouexplorethebeautyo fpainting withwatercolorsatFrankfordPublicLibraryat10:30a.m.Forthissession,we'll learnsomeeasydrawingtechniques.Using arealpumpkin,wewillcreateform,color, andhighlights.You'llgohomewiththisautumnpainting.Registrationisrequired.Call 302-732-9351orvisitusonlineatfrankford.lib.de.us.FindusonFB@FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram @frankfordlibrary.

October29

FallPartyforInfants-Age5— Putonyour favoritecostumeandgetreadyfora spooktaculartime!This10:30a.m.event atSouthCoastalLibrarywillsharesilly stories,dancetofuntunes,goonascavengerhunt,andeveryonewillleavewitha specialgoodybag.Free,noregistrationrequiredbutparents/caregiversmustaccompanychildren.Entryavailableonafirst come/firstservedbasis.Hostedbythe SouthCoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue, BethanyBeach,DE19930302-858-5518 https://southcoastal.lib.de.us

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

October30

FreeWrite— TheRehobothBeachWriters Guild(RBWG)hostsaweeklytwo-hour FreeWritesessionattheSouthCoastalLibraryat10:30a.m.Participantsag e18plusofallskilllevelswillpracticecreative writinginafriendlyandnurturingatmosphere.(Inpersonparticipationonly.)Free, registrationisappreciatedandavailableat www.southcoastal.lib.de.usorbycalling 302-858-5518.Walk-insacceptedifspace allows.HostedbytheSouthCoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue,BethanyBeach,DE 19930

BabyBees— JoinFrankfordPublicLibrary onThursdaysat11a.m.foraBabyBees StoryTimeforchildren,ages0to3.S to-

ries,songs,andinteractiveplaypromote earlyliteracyandengagementwithother childreninarelaxedsettinginthechildren'sroom.Registrationisnotrequired. Questions,pleasecallus:302-7329351. We'reonFb@FrankfordPublicLibraryand Instagram@frankfordlibrary.

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

ClassicHorrorattheLibrary:Halloween (1978)— FrankfordPublicLibrarywill screenJohnCarpenter’sHalloween(1978) onThursday,Oct.30at5:30p.m.The classicslasherfollowsbabysitterLaurie Strodeasshe’sstalkedbyescapedkiller MichaelMyersonaterrifyingHalloween nightinHaddonfield.RatedR;91minutes. Freeandopentothepublic;17-plusunlessaccompaniedbyanadu lt.Seatingis first-come,first-served.Call302-7329351orvisitusonlineat frankford.lib.de.us.FindusonFB@FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram@frankfordlibrary.

October31

RetirementReadyBootcamp,Part2— Areyoucurrentlynearingretirementorrecentlyretired?JoinusattheSouth CoastalLibraryat2p.m.forafree,threepartRetirementBootcampserieswithEric

Johnston,President&FinancialAdvisor withInFocusFinancialAdvisorsandinstructorwiththeDelawareMoneySchool. Learnthebasicstrategiestoplanasuccessfulretirement,maximizeyoursocial securitybenefitandpositionyourportfolio tolast.Sessionsinclude:Oct.23:InvestmentStrategies,Oct.31:SocialSecurity, &Nov.6:RetirementSuccess.Free,no registrationrequired.HostedbytheSouth CoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue,Bethany Beach,DE19930 www.southcoastal.lib.de.us

November1

Bingo— FranklinMasonicLodge#12of GeorgetownishostingBingoattheMillsborofirehall.Doorsopenatnoonandthe gamesstartat1:30p.m.Admissionis$30 atthedoor,andhamburgers,hotdogs, chips,sodaandwaterwillbeavailablefor purchase.Therewillbe15games,one jackpotandfour50/50s.

OperationWeCare— TheVFWPost7234 Auxiliaryishostingafreeeventforpeople topaintaholidayornamentforouractive dutyservicememberswhoareoverseas, fromnoonto3p.m.Thisiseasyandfun, andispar tnershipwithOperationWeCare, operationwecare.org.

Art&CraftFair— TheBethanyBayHoliday Arts&CraftFairwillbeheldatthe BethanyBayHOACommunityCenterfrom 10a.m.to4p.m.Theshowfeaturestalentedartisansandcraftersdisplayingtheir originalartwork,framedandunframed photographs,oysterandshell-ringdishes, bottlecharmsandothercrafts,wreaths andbaskets,plantsculpturesandterrariums,handmadejewelryandornaments,

egretsculptu resandgnomes,crocheted items,andavarietyofjellies,jams,pickled itemsandmore.Thisisafree-admission event.

CraftFair— TheSelbyvilleVolunteerFire CompanyAuxiliarywillbeholdingacraft showatthefirehousefrom9a.m.to2 p.m.Therewillbe30-pluscrafterson hand,andtheAuxiliarywillalsobeselling breakfastandlunch.Thefirehallislocated at30N.MainStreet,inSelbyville.

November7-8

FallCraftFair— TheParishofSt.AnnFall CraftFairwillbeheldatDelaneyHalland theMastersonCenter,691GarfieldParkway,inBethanyBeach.Thehoursare9:30 a.m.to4p.m.onFriday,and9:30a.m.to 1p.m.onSaturday.Therewillbetalented artisansandcrafters,pottery,jewelry, carvedwood,needlework,photographyand more.Therewillalsobefood,abakesale andcashraffle.Admissionisfree,asis parking.

FallFest— St.AndrewOrthodoxChurchwill beholdingitsFallFest,from9a.m.to5

p.m.onFriday,andfrom9a.m.t o4p.m. onSaturday.Therewillbethemedbaskets, aninternationalbakesale,international foods,churchtoursandaMediterranean market.

November8

Yard&BakeSale— TheMillvilleVolunteer FireCo.ishostingayardandbakesale from8a.m.tonoon,rainorshine.Breakfastandlunchwillbeavailableforpurchase.Fortableinformationanddetails, call(302)537-0143.

MUMCChristmasBazaar— MillvilleUnited WomeninFaithwillhostitsAnnualChristmasBazaar&B akeSaleinthechurch’s WesleyHallat36405ClubHouseRoad from8a.m.to1p.m.ThisfeaturesChristmasdecorations,homemadecrafts, wreaths,jewelryandhomemadelunches andbakedgoodsforsale.Allproceeds benefitlocalmissionprojects.

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DelawareBotanic Gardenstowelcome TallamyonOct.23

TheDelawareBotanicGardens willhostitsfirstlectureinthenewly constructedAnnettePennoniGarden PaviliononWednesday,Oct.23,at5 p.m.

EntomologistandNewYorkTimes bestsellingauthorDougTallamywill presentatalkonhisnewestbook, “HowCanIHelp:SavingNature withYourYard.”Tallamywillshare practicalwaystosupportbiodiversity andconservationathomethrough plantingnativespecies,leavingfallen leavesforwildlifeandothernaturefriendlypractices.

AQ&Asessionwillfollowthelecture,andlightrefreshmentswillbe provided.

“Wealladmireseasonalflowers, butDougTallamyhelpsusembrace thedeeperstory—howeachplant, leafandwildcornerofourgardens sustainslife.I’mthrilledtowelcome Dougtobethefirstguestspeakerin ournewpavilion.Joinusasweshare thisimportantconversationofbio-diversitywithourcommunity,”said DeputyExecutiveDirectorofHorticultureStephenPr yceLea.

Asaspecialbonus,30earlyticket purchaserswillberandomlyselected foranexclusive“walk-and-talk”with TallamyandPryce-Lea.EligibleticketsmustbepurchasedbySept.30at6 p.m.,andwinnerswillbecontacted shortlythereafter.

Formoreinformationortopurchasetickets,gotohttps://www.ticketsignup.io/TicketEvent/AnEvening WithDougTallamyatDBG.

TheDBGisopentothepublic ThursdaysthroughSundaysfrom9 a.m.to4p.m.

Itislocatedat30220PineyNeck Road,Dagsboro.Formoreinformationonthegardens,goto www.delawaregardens.org.

November12

PaintandGo— MasonDixonVFWPost 7234members,Auxiliarymembersand theirguestsareinvitedtothefacilityfora “PaintandGo”partyfrom1to3p.m.For $30cash,aceramicpieceandpainting supplieswillbeprovidedtoyou.Therewill belunch(costseparatefromceramic painting)atnoon.RSVPtoSandraat(410) 599-5158byOct.29toattend.

November15

HolidayMarketplace— TheTownofMillville’sHolidayMarketplacewillbeheldat twogreatlocationsfrom10a.m.to2p.m. ItwillbeatEvansPark,andatTownHall. Therewillbe36localvendors,aGirlScout Cookiewalk,foodtrucksonsite,andToys ForTotsonhandtoacceptdonations.

LoewensteingraduatedfromSalesianumHighSchoolinWilmington andfromtheUniversityofDelaware. HeservedintheU.S.Armyandafter hisservicebecameasurveyor—one ofhisfavoriteprojectswasInterstate 95acrossDelaware.

TheloveofLoewenstein’slifewas hiswife,Joan,andtheyweremarried for59years.They“gotserious”after Loewenstein’ssisterssetthemup.It waselectionnight,andtheyaskedhim todriveJoantothepollingplacebecauseshedidn’thaveaccesstoacar. Theyclaimedtheywere tiredand readyforbed,andto“prove”that,they hadtowelsontheirheadsandwere wearingbathrobes.

PeteandJoanLoewensteinwere wonderfullovingpartners,andto eliminateconfusionaboutthetwo Joansinthefamily,hiswifewasaffectionatelyre-named“JoanMc,”asher maidennamewasMcDowell.

Oneday,onhiswaytowork, Loewensteingotaflattireand,ashe recalled,nobodyonthehighwaynear Wilmingtonstoppedtohelphim.He wenthomelaterandtoldJoanhedidn’twanttoliveinaplacewhere nobodywantedtohelppeople.So,they movedtoRoxana,inSussexCounty, Del.,wheretheirnetworkofclose friendsblossomedandsustainedthem throughsomeverydifficultdays.

Loewensteinstartedasuccessful surveyingbusiness,whichhesolda coupleofyearsaftertheirsonEdward diedinatragiccaraccidentin1992. TheirdaughterFredadiedin2013.

Asahobby,Loewensteinhad startedwoodworkingseveralyearsago, andhecreatedstunningtablesand servingboards.EvenashisParkinson’s symptomsprogressed,henever stoppedhiswoodworking,nordidhe stopthinkingabouttheworld.He wantedtofurtherresearchinto Parkinson’sanddirectedthathisbrain bedonatedtoHarvard,whereresearchersarestudyingthediseaseand possiblecures.Evenindeath,heremaineddedicatedtohelpingothers.

Hewasengagedwithhisfamily andhiscommunity,andneverlosthis sly,subtlehumor.Loewensteinloved peopleandanimals,andthroughout hislife,hewasneverfarfromhispreciousdogsandcats.

AsLoewenstein’sbelovedBruce Springsteensaid,“Wehonorourparentsbycarryingtheirbestforward andlayingtherestdown.”Andthathe did.

SurvivingLoewensteinarehiswife, Joan;hissistersMaryandherhusband,Les,Suzanneandherhusband, Guy,Joanandherhusband,Chris;and hisbrotherMinhandhiswife,Kim; aswellasagrandson,niecesand nephews;andseveralgrand-niecesand grand-nephews.Heisalsosurvivedby

hissweetdogLibbyandcatsHans andFritz.

Avisitationwillbeheldat11a.m. andacelebrationofhislifeatnoonon Saturday,Oct.25,2025,atLongNeck MethodistChurch,32051LongNeck Road,Millsboro,Del.,followedbya receptionatAmvetsPost2,32592 LongNeckRoadinMillsboro,Del. ThestaffatAccentCareHospicein MilfordweretruepartnerswithJoan LoewensteinasshecaredforPeter.In lieuofflowers,contributionstoAccentCare,416WilliamsSt.,Suite33, MilfordDE19963,wouldbeappreciated.

NettieJeanPropps,87

NettieJeanPropps,87,ofBethany Beach,Del.,passedawayonOct.7, 2024.ABethanyBeachresidentsince the1970s,shewasbornonMay31, 1937,inFortWayne,Ind.,toHarry andHazelGump.Namedafterher grandmotherNettieChesnuttPeterson,ProppswasraisedinClinton, N.C.,wherehergrandfather,Col. GeorgeL.Peterson,hadservedasthe mayorandstatesenator.Nettieand hermom,Hazel—aresearchbiologistwiththeNationalCancerInstitute—thenmovedtoWashington, D.C.

ProppsattendedMcKinleyTechnicalHighSchoolinWashington,D.C., graduatingintheClassof1955,and wentontoattendGeorgeWashington University.Afterhermarriagetoher collegesweetheart,WalterNelson Propps,in1958,theylivedin Bethesda,Md.,andBethanyBeach, untilherpassingin2024.

Herstrongmarriageledhertobe featuredonanepisodeof“TheOprah WinfreyShow”thatairedin1994. Oprahwasdiscussingmarriageand relationshipsandaskedPropps,who wasintheaudienceforatapingofthe show,whatthesecrettoalongmarriagewas.Propps’responsewasaired

toapproximately10millionviewers.

Afterencouragingherhusbandto vacationinBethanyBeachinthelate 1960s,shebeganlivingmanyofher summerstherewithherchildrenbeginninginthe1970s,whileherhusbandwouldcommute.Sheenjoyed takinglongswimsalongthecoast.She wouldswimmilesupanddownthe beach,oftenalarmingonlookersand lifeguards,sincesheswamfurtheroffshorethanmost.

Proppsenjoyedbeingheavilyinvolvedinthecommunityandwasa partofmanyBethanyBeachevents, includingFourthofJulyParade events,overtheyears.SheservedseveraltermsaspresidentoftheSea ColonySeaVillasHomeownersAssociationandformedgreatfriendships withmanyofthebusinessowners, neighborsandlocals.BethanyBeach becamehersecondhome.

Proppswasextremelycreativeand hadmanyinterests.Shelovedpainting andcreatingcommissionedmuralsin clients’homesandbusinesses.SheattendedartshowsinRehobothBeach, LewesandBethanyBeach,andher paintingswereondisplayandforsale inseverallocations.Shehadanappreciationforanythingoldandshopped atantiquestoreseverychanceshehad. OneofherfavoriteswasGeorge Cole’sBeachPlumAntiquesin Bethany.

Sheenjoyedphotography andwas oftenseenwithacamerainherhand atanyeventthatallowedhertodocumentthefestivities.Shewasanavid snowskierandenjoyedtravelingwith thefamilytoKillington,Vt.,andJacksonHole,Wy.Shealsoenjoyedwater skiing.Shewasalong-timebowler, withherhusbandalwaysbyherside.

Proppslovedflowersandlandscaping.Forawhile,sheworkedatawellknownfloristjustforfun.Shespent manyyearssewingandenjoyedmakingmanyofherownoutfits.Shealso

lovedtocook.Oneofherfavorites, Nanna’sChicken,isstillverymuch enjoyedbyherfamilytoday.Shealso enjoyedmakingfreshcrabcakes. Musicandsingingwereabigpart ofPropps’life.Shesangmuchofher lifeandwasinseveralchoirs,andperformedasasoloistatchurchesin Delaware,MarylandandVirginia.In her20s,shesangwithawomen’s choralgroupinWashington,D.C.She alsoenjoyedplayingthepiano.She lovedtotravelaroundtheworldby plane,boatortrain.Shecruised throughAlaskaandthePanamaCanal andvisitedEngland,Sweden,Italy, France,Russia,Finland,China,Spain andmanyothercountriesandstates. Beforeshewasmarried,Propps workedfortheU.S.ArmySignal Corps(USASC).Herworkwiththe SignalCorpswasdeemedsoimportantthatshewasonaspecialevacuationlistwithhigh-rankingmilitary officialsincaseofamilitaryattack. Aftergettingmarried,sheworkedin thefamily’struckingbusiness,Farren’s TransferStorageCompany,inWashington,D.C.In1981,shestartedher ownbusiness,CustomHouseDesign ByNettie.Shebegandesigningand supervisingtheconstructionofcustomhomesandrenovationsin BethanyBeach,Washington,D.C., andMaryland.Shedesignedthefirst homeinBethanythatcontainedanelevator—agroundbreakingdesignelementatthetime.

Yearslater,sheworkedwithher husbandandson,Nick,atCommercialBrokersRealEstateServiceshandlingalltypesofspecialrealestate relatedprojectsaroundtheD.C.area. Herinterestinarchitectureanddesign ledhertovolunteerparttimeasadocentattheNationalBuildingMuseuminWashington,D.C. AlongtimememberofMariner’s

BethelMethodistChurchinOcean View,Del.,andPotomacPresbyterian ChurchinPotomac,Md.,shewas stronginherfaithandsharedherlove forGodwithherfamilyandthose aroundher.SheservedontheNationalCapitalPresbytery,serving churchesaroundtheWashington, D.C.,area.Shehelpedmanyorganizationsandfriendswhenevershesaw aneedshecouldassistwith.

Shewasagreatwife,andanamazingmothertohertwochildren.She taughtthemtobecompassionate,creativeandpersistent,andtopush throughdifficultsituationsinlifewith Godbyyourside.Herchildrenareextremelythankfulthattheirmom taughtthemsuchvaluablelessons.

Proppswasprecededindeathby hermother,HazelPetersonGump, andheraunt,HildaPetersonTalamini,bothofClinton,N.C.Shewas survivedbyherhusbandof65years, WalterPropps,untilhispassingin Februaryof2025.Sheleavesbehind herdaughterAmyPropps(and Mario)ofGermantown,Md.,andson NickPropps(andMelanie);andher threecherishedgrandchildrenAiden, RyanandReedProppsofStatesboro, Ga.(“Weloveandmissyou,Nana!”) Thefamilythankedthemanyfriends andcaregiverswhohelpedlookafter Proppswhileshedealtwithdementia inrecentyears.

Acelebrationoflifeservicefor NettieandWalterProppswasheldin Bethesda,Md.,in2024,withmany longtimefriendsattending.Inlieuof flowers,shewouldhavelikedher friendstosupporttheirfavoritecharity,ortoreachoutandhelpafriendin need.

Julia‘Augusta’ ‘Gus’LanierThomas

Julia“Augusta”“Gus”Lanier ThomaswascalledtotheLordon Sunday,May25,2025.Shepassed awaypeacefully,surroundedbyfamily. Thomaswasadevotedwifeand mother.SheandherfamilyhadmanagedColumbiaFireServiceinMarylandbeforemovingtoDelaware.She spentmorethan30yearswiththe MillvilleVolunteerFireCompanyand wastheirfirstwomanfirefighter.She wasactivewithMarinersBethel UnitedMethodistChurch,including makingknittedhats,scarvesandmittens,andsewingdressesandslipsfor Appalachianchildren.

Shewasincrediblytalented,creatingartworkandChristmascardswith scenesofthebeachformorethan50 years.

Thomaswasprecededindeathby herbelovedhusband,Richard,andher dog,Tinkerbell.Sheissurvivedbyher children,RichardThomas,Louise ThomasKellerandBillThomas;as wellasfivegrandchildrenandtwo great-grandchildren.

AmemorialserviceandServiceof ChristianLife&Resurrectionwillbe heldattheMillvilleVolunteerFire CompanyMeetingRoom,35554AtlanticAvenue,Millville,Del.,onSaturday,Nov.15,2025.Theentranceis onthesideofthebuilding.Thefamily willreceiveguestsfrom10to11a.m., withtheservicetofollowat11a.m. Therewillbeagravesideserviceat MarinersBethelUnitedMethodist Church,81CentralAvenue,Ocean View,Del.,followedbyalightlunch atthefirecompany.

Inlieuofflowers,donationstothe MillvilleVolunteerFireCompany weresuggested.Condolencescanbe sentbyvisitingwww.melsonfuneralservices.com.

DeadlineapproachesforIRHSHallofFame

“Everycommunityhasitsquietheroes,”representativesoftheIndianRiver HighSchoolHallofFamesaidthis week.“SomeleaveSussexCountyand goontomakewavesinbusiness,medicine,publicserviceorthearts.Others dedicatetheirlivesrighthereathome —teaching,volunteering,buildingbusinesses,leadingciviceffortsorservingas first-responders.Whattheyallhavein commonisthattheirjourneysstartedin theclassroomsandhallwaysofIndian RiverHighSchool.”

The IndianRiverHighSchoolHall ofFameexiststohonorthosealumni— “thosewhoembodythevaluesofcharacter,citizenship,leadershipandservice. Itisnotonlyarecognitionofpersonal achievementbutalsoaremindertocurrentstudentsthatgreatnesscanbegin righthereinFrankford.”

Sinceitscreation,theHallofFame hascelebratedalumniwhohavegone ontoaccomplishextraordinarythings. Inducteeshaveincludedlegislatorsand educatorswhoshapedpolicyandyoung minds, artistswhohaveenrichedculture,athleteswhocompetedathighlevelsandcivicleaderswhobuiltstronger communities.Theyrepresentboththose whohavestayedtoserveSussexCounty andthosewhohavecarriedthenameof IndianRiveracrossthecountry—from neighboringtownsinDelawaretofarawayplacesincludingTexasandMichigan.

Nominationsarenowbeingaccepted forthe2025-2026classofinductees.

“Thisisyourchancetorecognize someonewhohasnotonlysucceededin theirfieldbuthasalsomadeadifference inthelivesofothers.Thebestcandi-

datesaremorethanhighachievers— theyarerolemodelswhosestoriesinspirestudentstodreambiggerandgive back.”

Tobeeligible,nomineesmusthave graduatedfromIndianRiverHigh Schoolatleast10yearspriortotheir nomination.Theselectioncommittee looksatprofessionalaccomplishments, recognitioninthenominee’schosen field—whetherlocal,state,nationalor international—aswellasademonstratedcommitmenttoserviceandto theIRHScommunity.

ThedeadlineforsubmissionsisFriday,Oct.17.Eachnominationpacket mustincludeacompletednomination formandasecondletterofrecommendationfromanotherindividual.Forms canbedownloadedat www.IRHSAlumni.com.Lateentries

willnotbeconsidered.

Animpartialcommitteewillcarefullyrevieweachnomination.Thechoseninducteeswillbehonoredata special ceremonyin2026,wherethey willbepresentedwithaHallofFame plaque.

“Beyondtheplaque,however,the recognitionservesasalastingreminder thatthevaluesinstilledatIndianRiver HighSchoolcontinuetorippleoutward,shapingcommunitiesnearand far.”

Thenominationandinduction processisfacilitatedbytheIndianRiver HighSchoolAlumniAssociation,a nonprofitgroupfoundedin2012.The associationnotonlyoverseestheHallof Famebutalsoworkstokeepgraduates connectedandengagedwiththeschool. Throughmonthlymeetings,eventsand initiatives,theassociationprovidesa wayforalumnitosupportandpromote IRHSandtoencouragethenextgenerationofstudents.Newmembersarealwayswelcometojoinintheseefforts.

“Sothinkaboutthepeoplewho makeyouproudtosay,‘They’rean IRHSgraduate.’Maybeit’saneighbor whoneverstoppedgivingback,ora classmatewhoseachievementshave reachednationalrecognition.NominatingthemfortheHallofFameismore thanjustanhonor—it’sawaytotell theirstory,inspiretoday’sstudentsand givethemagifttheywillneverexpect:a permanentplaceinthelegacyofIndian RiverHighSchool.”

Forfulldetails,nominationforms, andmoreinformationontheIRHS AlumniAssociation,visit www.IRHSAlumni.com.

Ticketsonsalefor SDTRC’sBarnDance

SouthernDelawareTherapeutic RidingCenterwillaimtoraisethe rooftoraisefundsatitsannualBarn Dance,itsbiggesteventoftheyear.On Oct.18from6to10p.m.atthestables inMilton,theywillmoveasidethehay balesintheindoorridingarenato makeroomforadancefloorwiththe MasonDixonBand,abarbecuedinner withallthefixings,apremium-bourbontastingstation,andanumberof itemsavailablethroughsilentandlive auctions.

“Eachyear,ourstaffofcertifiedinstructorsandmorethan150localvolunteersprovidetailoredlessonprograms tochildrenandadultslivingwithdisabilities,”representativessaid.“With roomtogrow,werecentlylauncheda newequineassistedtherapyprogramfor veterans.

Roundupyourcrewandjoinusat ourAnnualBarnDance!” Ticketsareonsaleat https://www.sdtrhr.com.

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FRIDAY

Sheriff Country (6) WBOC 9 p.m.

Sheriff Mickey Fox (Morena Baccarin) is making waves in the town of Edgewater, Calif., in this spinoff of the popular “Fire Country.” During this series premiere, a boy is caught stealing, leading Mickey to suspect it might be a case of child abuse.

Art21: Art in the Twenty-First Century (12) WCPB 9 p.m.

This Peabody Award-winning biennial program gives viewers a unique opportunity to observe artists at work as they transform inspiration into art. The season premiere follows acclaimed contemporary artists Sophie Calle, Lubaina Himid and more.

SATURDAY

College Football (3) CW 10 p.m.

October and football go together like turkey and stuffing. With the season in full swing, this college game sees Lafayette College playing against Oregon State University, with the latter taking the home field advantage at Oregon’s Reser Stadium.

Saturday Night Live (11) WBAL 11:30 p.m.

“Espresso” singer Sabrina Carpenter makes her return to Studio 8H, acting as both a host and musical guest as she takes part in sketches alongside hilarious castmates like Kenan Thompson, Bowen Yang, Sarah Sherman, Chloe Fineman and more.

SUNDAY

NFL Football (11) WBAL 8:15 p.m.

Nothing goes together quite as well as fall and football. The season is in full swing, and the San Francisco 49ers prepare to welcome the Atlanta Falcons to their home base at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, Calif., ahead of today’s scheduled game.

The Gold on Masterpiece (12) WCPB 10 p.m.

After starting surveillance on Noye (Jack Lowden), the police are led to Palmer (Tom Cullen) and more of the Gold Chain suspects. With new information in hand, they move forward with a series of police raids, which come to a tragic end in Noye’s garden.

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MONDAY

Antiques Roadshow (12) WCPB 8 p.m.

During this brand-new episode, the appraisers make a stop in Phoenix to evaluate the locals’ prized possessions. This time, they look at a 1956 David Klein TWA poster, a 1921 Lyonel Feininger watercolor and an enamel and rock crystal pendant watch.

Halloween Baking Championship (43) FOOD 9 p.m.

It’s the semifinals, and in honor of Pennywise the Clown, John Henson asks the bakers to make desserts inspired by the monster that haunted them as a child. The bottom three bakers must fight to make it to the finale by creating deranged clown desserts.

Brilliant Minds (11) WBAL 10 p.m.

Neurologist Oliver Wolf (Zachary Quinto) has been busy searching for a cure to his father’s (Mandy Patinkin) mysterious disorder, but there’s still plenty of patients to be treated at Bronx General. Teddy Sears and Tamberla Perry also star.

TUESDAY

Dancing With the Stars (7) WMDT 8 p.m.

From Jen Affleck, to Hilaria Baldwin, to Robert Irwin, celebrities from all corners of the globe are shining their dancing shoes for a chance at the famed Mirrorball Trophy. Who will emerge the victors? Alfonso Ribeiro and Julianne Hough host.

NCIS: Origins (6) WBOC 9 p.m.

Mark Harmon narrates a new episode of this “NCIS” prequel. Each episode follows a young Leroy Jethro Gibbs (Austin Stowell) as he navigates working under NCIS legend Mike Franks (Kyle Schmid) at the fledgling NIS Camp Pendleton office.

Breaking the Deadlock (12) WCPB 9 p.m.

Truth is under fire in America, and legal expert Aaron Tang and a panel of experts look to tackle it through fictional yet realistic scenarios and with spirited, solutions-driven debate during the latest episode of this all-new series.

WEDNESDAY

Survivor (6) WBOC 8 p.m.

The islands might be beautiful, but this game is no vacation. Host Jeff Probst tries to keep spirits up while his latest group of castaways manages shifting alliances, tribal tribulations, seemingly impossible games and unspeakable acts of manipulation.

Expedition X (44) DISC 9 p.m.

Stephen King’s IT features several scary locations based on actual landmarks in Bangor, ME. When Heather and Phil learn that many of those sites have horrifying real-life ghost stories of their own, they must investigate the locals’ claims for themselves.

Shark Tank (7) WMDT 10 p.m.

Entrepreneurial spirit comes in all shapes and sizes. During each episode, some of America’s budding business minds seek out the likes of Kevin O’Leary, Barbara Corcoran, Lori Greiner and the other Sharks for advice, investment and a shot at the big time.

THURSDAY

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The loyal crew of the 118 are still learning how to work together under the new leadership of Gerrard (Brian Thompson). While Buck (Oliver Stark) challenges new rules, Maddie (Jennifer Love Hewitt) and Chimney (Kenneth Choi) make themselves at home.

Ghosts (6) WBOC 8:30 p.m.

Five fateful seasons in, Jay (Utkarsh Ambudkar) and Samantha (Rose McIver) still have plenty of ghosts, ghouls and spooks to uncover within their inherited bed and breakfast. The creep-factor runs year-round — even throughout the wedding season.

Law & Order: Special Victims Unit (11) WBAL 9 p.m.

The dark side of the NYC criminal justice system investigates and prosecutes sexually oriented crimes thanks to the dedication of officers such as Capt. Olivia Benson (Mariska Hargitay), Sgt. Odafin Tutuola (Ice-T) and ADA Sonny

(Peter Scanavino).

St. Mark’s Episcopal Church

You are Welcomed No matter who you are, where you’re from, what you look like, or who you love 9:30am Sunday Service

Bible Study Wednesdays at 11am Ellis and West State Streets in Millsboro DE 19966

Church With A Bigger Heart

Sunday Worship Services

8:30AM Praise & Worship Service

9:00AM Kids’ Church PreK thru 8th Grade

10:30AM Traditional Worship Service

Nursery is available for both services

Pastor Missy Rekitzke 302-934-7969 www.gracechurchmillsboro.com

300 E. Church Street, Millsboro graceofficeemail@gmail.com

SOUND UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

Theypassedtheirfirsttest.

TheClass1AdefendingDIAA footballstatechampionIndianRiver HighSchoolfootballteammadeitsinitialperformanceagainstaClass2A, District3amemorableone.

HeadcoachPhilTownsend’sgridirongroupexcelledineveryfacetofthe gameenroutetoanimpressive42-14 triumphoverhostLaurelonFriday, Oct.10.ThevictoryimprovedIR’s overallrecordtoaperfect6-0onthe season.

ThetriumphwasalsoIRHS’sfirst win overarearivalLaurelsincetheydefeatedtheBulldogs44-28in2018.The twoteamsdidnotplayeachotherin 2023or2024.

“WeshowedupreadytoplayFriday night,”saidTownsend.“Fromthefirst whistletothefinalwhistle,ourguys playedtoughinallphasesofthegame.”

HandyandStokesshine

TheIndiansplayedsoliddefense, shuttingouttheBulldogsthroughthe finalthreequartersofplay.Theirpassinggameamassed140yardsandtwo six-pointers.

Theyalsodisplayedoneoftheirbest rushingattacksinrecentmemory, churningthroughtheturffor271rushingyardsandthreetouchdowns.They finishedthegamewith411yardsof totaloffense.

SeniorrunningbackDavonHandy explodedfor130yards,threerushing six-pointersandaTDreception.SyracuseUniversityverbalcommitDarnell StokesJr.added109yardsandanother TDontheground.

Stokesopenedthescoringwithan explosive82-yardTDrun,andHandy ranforatwo-pointconversionrunto taketheteamtoan8-0leadearlyinthe firstquarter.

Laurelansweredwhensophomore AlfrazierCannonburstoverthegoal linefromtwoyardsout,cuttingthe deficitto8-7.Theplaywassetupbya fumblethatgavethehometeamashort field.

TheIndiansaddedtotheirlead,148,ona30-yardscoringpassfromsenior quarterbackDylanGrisetowidereceiverLandenErbe.TheBulldogscom-

IRHSfootballimprovesto6-0with42-14triumphatLaurel

pletedawhirlwindopeningquarter whenseniorWoodleyDormevilreturnedanIRkickoff75yards,pulling Laureltowithinonepoint,at15-14.

“WhenLaurelscoredtwice,each timemakingitaone-pointgame,our guysdidn’tletitdistractthem,”said Townsend.“Ourplayerswereonamissiontodominate.Wecouldhaverun anythinginsideoroutside[thetackles] becauseofthegreatblockingbyour linemanandreceivers.Everyoneran theirfeetoncontacttocreaterunning lanesalloverthefield.”

Handytakescontrol

Handytookcontrolofthegamein thesecondstanza,enablingIndian Rivertopullawayfromtheirhosts.The “HandyMan”grabbedatossfrom Grise,racedtothecornerandfollowed hisblockersona6-yardjauntintothe endzonethatextendedtheIndians’lead to22-14.Laterinthesecondquarter, Handyaddeda4-yardscoringrunona powersweep,grabbingahandoffand followinghisleadblocker,juniortight endTyWeber,intotheendzonefora

29-14Indianleadatintermission.

GriseconnectedwithHandyfora 30-yardTDpassinthethirdperiodto extendIR’sleadto35-14.Handydida superlativejobofracingalongthesidelineandfollowinghisreceivers’blocks thatclearedhiswayintotheendzone.

Handyfinishedhishighlightreelworthyeveningwitha22-yardrushing TD,pressingtheoffensivelineand makingagreatreadbeforebouncing outside.

“Davonisagreatrunningbackwho followshisleadblockersandmakes goodreadsinaflash,”saidTownsend. “Heissoquickonhisfeet,makingit difficultforthedefensetobringhim down.”

Bythenumbers

Handyfinishedthegamewith130 rushingyards,threerunningtouchdownsandascoringcatch.Hehas rushedfor13TDsthisseasonandhas onetouchdownreception.Stokescontributed155all-purposeyardsandhis sixthrushingTDoftheseason.Erbe addedhisfirstTDcatchof2025.

Grisefinishedthegamewithseven completionson11attemptsfor140 yards,andhisfourthandfifthTD passes ofthecampaign.

Defensively,theIndiansheldthe Bulldogsto122totalyards,withjust46 ofthemearnedontheground.

JuniorlinebackerBrennanLooseled theIndianswith11tackleswhilecontributingaquarterbacksackandthree tacklesforlostyardage.Defensiveback Erbemadeseventackles,recovereda fumbleandinterceptedapass.Junior linebackerTyWeberaddedseventackles,aquarterbacksackandaforced fumble.SeniorsafetyMichaelPeranteau also madeseventackles,blockedapunt andrecordedthreetacklesforlost yardage.SeniordefensivelinemanJacob Killenaddedfourstops,threetacklesfor lostyardageandtwoquarterbacksacks. SeniordefensivebackAshtonBrowne interceptedaBulldogspassattempt.

WoodbridgeistheIndians’ nextopponent

TheIndianswilltakeonanother Class2A,District3,rival—Woodbridge(0-1inDistrict3and1-5overall)—whentheyhosttheBlueRaiders thisFridaynight,Oct.17,beginningat 6p.m.

“TheRaidersarecomingoffabye week,”saidTownsend.“Offensively,they runmultiplesystems,soweneedto makesurewearereadyforeverything theythrowourway.Defensively,they playalotofmancoverageandblitza lot.Wejustneedtocontinuetofocus onimprovingandpreparingforanythingtheythrowourway.

“ItisalsoourHomecomingweek,so weneedtomakesurewearefocused andnotbecomedistractedbyallthe eventsthroughouttheweek,”headded.

TheundefeatedIndiansandLake ForestSpartans(2-0district,6-0overall)areatoptheClass2A,District3, standings.NextareLaurel(1-1,4-2), SussexTech(0-1,5-1),theBlueRaiders (0-1,1-5)andDelmar(0-1,2-4).

CoastalPointphotos•JoeMaciey IRquarterbackDylanGrise,right,throws apassduringthegame.Farright,Dylan Staniszewskipreparestolineup.

BRENNAN LOOSE

Junior/Football

The outstanding junior linebacker made a game-high 11 tackles and led the Indians to a 42-14 victory over host Laurel in their Class 2A, District 3 opener on Friday night, October 10. Loose also recorded a quarterback sack and three tackles for lost yardage as the Indians improved to a perfect 6-0 on the season. Brennan led an IRHS defense that shut out the Bulldogs during the final three quarters of the contest.

Photo Courtesy of Joe Maciey

Cross-countrysweepstri-meet IRSportsReport

Itwasanidentical-scoresweepfor theIndianRiverHighSchoolcrosscountryteamsonWednesday,Oct.8,in atri-meethostedonTheReservation againstEarlyCollegeHighSchoolat DSUandLaurel.TheIRboyswon theirmeetswitha15-50scoreover boththeHornetsandBulldogs,while theIRgirlsposteda15-50winover ECHSandwent20-44versusLaurel.

DavidMillerwontheraceforthe Indianswithhistimeof18:39,coming in3secondsaheadofteammateJack Spencer(18:42).AidenMageeclocked at18:43forthirdplace,whileBrayden Robinsonwasfourthat18:44andHarrisonBennerwasfifthat18:45.

Forthegirls,Laurel’sShellyPerezRubiowontheracewithatimeof 23:09,buttheIndianstookthenextfive spots,ledbyEmilyDavisat23:14.She wasfollowedbyHayleyBrittat23:54, ShayneVanZeeat24:05,Grace Barthelmessat25:58andKatePhillips at27:36.

TheIRcross-countryteamgathersbeforethetri-meet.

TheIndianswilltraveltotheJoe O’NeillInvitationalthisFriday,Oct.17, at BellevueStateParkinWilmington. BrandywineHighSchoolisconsidered

thehostschoolfortheevent,andthey, alongwiththeIndians,willbejoinedby 34otherteamsfortheevent.

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Anyonewhoblinkedmissedseeingtheoffensiveexplosion.

TheIndianRiverHighSchool boys’soccerteameruptedforatrio ofgoalsinafour-minutespanthat propelledthempasthostLaurel,3-1, inaHenlopenConferenceshowdownonThursday,Oct.9.

TheIndians(6-3-2overalland43-1inconferenceplay)hittheback ofthenetduringthe22nd,23rdand 25thminuteofthefirsthalf.

SeniormidfielderAngeloRetzos andseniorforwardKabotDavis— onapenaltykick—eachscored theirfirstgoalsoftheseason.FreshmandefenderTorinCrottyhitthe backofthenetoffapassfromsenior forwardNathanielMahaffeyforhis secondgoalofthecampaign.

TheBulldogsscoredinthefirst minuteofthesecondhalf,onagoal byseniorforwardMatiasBerduo.

IndianRiveroutshottheBulldogs, 13-3,asjuniornetminderShaneForjanmadetwosaves.

“Laurelstartedthegameverydefensive,makingitdifficulttobreak themdown,”saidIRHSheadcoach BrandtMais.“Wemaintainedalarge amountofpossessionandcreated plentyofchancestoscore.Sometimesyoujustneedonetogoin,and thentherestwillcome.Wefinished thefirsthalfleading3-0andfeeling veryconfident.Laureldidmake someadjustmentsathalftimeand playedwellinthesecondhalf,butwe gotthejobdone.Wegotthewinand aremovingon.”

AccordingtoMais,theIndians areinapositiontoachievethegoals theysetatthebeginningoftheseason.

“Wearecurrentlyinpositionto qualifyforthestate,”said.“Looking acrossthestate,anybodycanbeat anybody,that’showwideopenthings are.Weneedtotakecareofbusiness withourremainingfourgamesto ensurethatwequalifyforthetourney.Wecan’tlooktoofarahead.We havetostayfocusedonourprocess.

“Wehavealargeseniorclassthat ismotivatedtomaketheirmarkon thisprogram,”hesaid.“Theboys haveimprovedovertheseasonand playedsomegreatsoccer.We’reexcitedtomakeourfinalpushandsee whereittakesus!”

TheIndians’non-conference matchagainstvisitingDelmarva ChristianonMonday,Oct.13,has beenrescheduledforMonday,Oct. 27,beginningat6p.m.

IRHSboys’soccer alumnispotlight

FormerIndianRiversoccerstandoutJordanIllian,nowplayingwith theNeumannUniversityKnights,recentlyexplodedforfourgoalsand twoassistsinacollegiatematch.

TheMillsbororesidenthelpedhis NCAADivisionIIIsidedominate Pr attInstitute,9-0,onSaturday,Oct. 11,fortheirfifthstraighttriumph. TheKnightsimprovedto7-2-3 overalland3-0inAtlanticEast Conferencecompetition,andareundefeatedintheirlastninegames.

Illianscoredinthe13thand14th minutestohelptheKnightsbuilda 5-0halftimelead.Headdedmarkers inthe55thand60thminutesaspart

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FormerIndianRiverhighschool soccerstandoutJordanIllianofNeumannUniversity.

ofafour-goalonslaughtinthesecondhalf,earningconferencePlayer oftheWeekhonors.Hiseightgoals and20pointseachleadtheKnights.

Thetalentedforwardandmidfielderwasafour-yearvarsitystarter atIndianRiver,leadingthe2020 teamtotheschool’sthirdDIAADivisionIIstatesoccertitle.Hegraduatedin2023astheschool’sall-time career-goalscorer,with65.

Illianattendedandplayedsoccer atNCAADivisionIUniversityof SouthCarolinaandUniversityof Delawarein2023and2024,respectively.AtUSC,hescoredthreegoals andhadthreeassists.Heregistered anassistatUDinadefensiverole.

Girls’volleyball’sfour-gamewinningstreaksnappedby3-1lossatCentral

TheIndianRiverHighSchoolgirls’ volleyballteamsawtheirfour-game winningstreaksnappedwitha3-1loss atHenlopenConferencerivalSussex CentralonTuesday,Oct.14.

TheIndians(8-4overalland5-4in conferenceplay)lostthefirst,thirdand fourthsetsbythescoresof25-18,25-11 and25-19,respectively.IndianRiver capturedthesecondsetbythescoreof 25-18.

IndianRiver3,Laurel0

TheIndiansdefeatedtheirhostsina HenlopenConferencebattleonThursday,Oct.9,winningtheirfourth straightmatchbythescoresof25-8, 25-11and25-12.

JuniorsetterTaylorHevnerdealta team-high16assistsandrecordedfive serviceaces,andjunioroutsidehitterIsabelleDoreyaddedninekillsandseven serviceaces.

JunioroutsidehitterTaygan Conawaycontributedeightkills,and sophomoresetterMiaMacIsaacdealt eightassists.

FreshmanmiddleblockerLillian Kregeraddedeightkills,andjuniordefensivespecialistCatherineBunting contributedfivedigs.

CoastalPoint•JoeMaciey IndianRiverjuniorIsabelleDorey(9) contributedninekillsandseven serviceacestotheIndians’3-0victoryatLaurel.

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InDelaware,1in8residentsare food-insecure,and1in6childrenare nowfacinghunger.

Asaresult,theFoodBankof Delawarewaschosenasthebeneficiary ofthefirstannualMillvilleBytheSea PickleballTournamentonSaturday, Oct.11.

“TheFoodBankofDelawareprovidesaccesstogood,healthyfoodin everycommunity,buttheycannotdo thiswithoutdonationsandlocalsupport,”saidStuCadel,thetournament organizerandaresidentofMBTS,a single-familyandtownhomecommunitylocatedinMillville.“Wechosethe foodbankbecausefoodinsecurityisa majorissueinthestateofDelaware.”

TheFoodBankofDelaware (fbd.org),withofficesinMilfordand Newark,isamemberofFeedingAmerica.Thestatewidenonprofitagency’s missionistohelpcommunities’residentstobefreeofhunger.

Atotalof$1,060wasraisedthrough thetournament,alongwithseveral boxesofdonatedgoods,accordingto TomHoffman,theheadoftheMBTS PickleballCommittee.

Morethan60residentsofthecommunityparticipatedinfourdifferent

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MaryAnnVogel(r),winnerofthewomen’sintermediatedivision,returnsapickleballshotwhileLoriLoftuslookson.

pickleballcategories.

KimDaviswonthewomen’snovice division,withDeniseWeacher,Laurie EarnestandDebbieSheetsfinishing secondthroughfourth,respectively. MaryAnnVogelwonthewomen’sintermediatedivision,followedbyTricia Fisher,LoriLoftusandCarlenaTorriin secondthroughfourthplaces,respec-

tively.

ScottDaviscapturedthemen’s novicedivision,whilePhilChacko, FrankNotafranciscoandPaulHarrell finishedsecondthroughfourth,respectively.MitchPetanickwonthemen’sintermediatedivision,whileDavid Gustanel,IraGluckandGlennKrasley weresecondthroughfourth,respec-

tively.

Eachplayerandmorethan75residentswatchingtheproceedingsmade cashdonationstobenefitthosewhoare beingservedbytheFoodBankof Delaware.

Theeventalsoincludedanawards presentation,entertainmentbyadisc jockeyandalunchbuffet.

ThebrainchildofAtlantic ManagementGroup

Theideaforthefundraiserwas plantedwhenAtlanticManagement Group(AMG)approachedthecommunityinFebruaryandaskeditsresidents tosponsorapickleballtournament fundraiser.

“AMGwasgenerousenoughtoprovideuswitheverythingweneededfor thistournament,includingshirts,prizes andfood,”saidCadel.“We,inturn, wantedtodoourparttogivebackto those inneed.AMGchosepickleball becausetheconstructionofsixbrand newpickleballcourtshadrecentlybeen completed.

“Thisisourfirsttournamentandwe, alongwithAMG,thoughtitwouldbe besttokeepitwithinourcommunity,” addedCadel.“Inthefuture,wewould

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FocusMultisportsRaceDirectorsRick HundleyandErnieFelici—knownforthe CoastalDelawareRunningFestival(voted SouthernDelawareTourism’sBestEvent), BethanyBeachFirstRespondersSportsWeekend,Justin’sBeachHouse5K,BethanyBeach July4thHolidayFirecrackerRun,Bethany-FenwickThanksgivingTurkeyTrot,theCoastalResortsGolfClassicandotherentrepreneurial ventures—announcedthisweekthattheyhave madea$37,192donationonbehalfofeventparticipants,directdonations,volunteersandsponsorsofthe2025JBH5KRun/Walk,toJustin’s BeachHouse.

MaryEllenNantais,parentofJustinJennings andfounderofJustin’sBeachHouse,andJustin’s BeachHouseExecutiveDirectorKathyGreen acceptedacheckfromFocusMultisportsfrom theJustin’sBeachHouse5KRun/Walk.Opened in2010,Justin’sBeachHousehaswelcomed morethan260guestswithcancerandtheirfamiliesforastayinBethanyBeach.

“Justin’sBeachHousehasawonderfulgroup ofvolunteers,andwethankallofourvolunteers fortheirtimeanddedicationtothehouse,” Justin’sBeachHouserepresentativessaid.

FormoreinformationaboutJustin’sBeach House,visitjustinjennings.org.

“Wewereproudoftheseevents,inparticular, becauseofthefamily-friendlyaspectforboth localresidentsandthenationwideparticipants whoranorwalkedMemorialDayweekend,” saidHundley.“Bythedonationsreceivedandthe positivefeedback,Ithinkweaccomplishedthat goal.”

“AtFocusMultisports,RickHundleyandI, alongwithourteamofvolunteersandenthusiasticparticipants,andthroughthegenerosityof oursponsors,makeourcommunitybetter throughphilanthropyandhavefunwhiledoing it,withoverapproximately$800,000indonationstodate,”saidFelici.“Ouralliances strengthenlocalorganizationsandprovideresidentsandbusinesseswithaplatformtogiveback —andwewerethrilledtohonortheworkofthe JustinW.JenningsFoundationandJustin’sBeach House.”

Participantscanregisternowfortheannual ThanksgivingDayTurkeyTrotFamilyRun Walk,presentedbyBankofOceanCity,onNov. 27,atBethanyTurkeyTrot.com,andtheCoastal DelawareRunningFestivalMarathonWeekend, atcodelrun.com,onApril10-12,2026.

TheSelbyvilleVolunteerFireCompany willbeholdingits17thAnnualGolfTournamentonMonday,Oct.20,atCripple CreekGolf&CountryClubinDagsboro. Itwillbeafour-personteamscramble, withdoorprizes,raffleprizesandmore. Lunchwillbeserved,andaHolein OneonHole16willwintheskilledand luckygolferanewKiacourtesyofSelbyvilleHollyKia. Entryformsandsponsorformsareon thewebsiteatselbyville88.com.

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SalutetotheIRHSSeniors

DesiretoimprovepushesPeterson’spassionforfieldhockey,soccer

Herloveofthegamepushedherto travel45minutestofieldhockeypractice. At9p.m.,onaweeknight,andwitha fullloadofclassesbeckoningthefollowingday,noless.

Herdesiretoimprovewasreflectedby thecommitmentEllaPetersonmadeto fieldhockeywhenshetransitionedtoIndianRiverHighSchool.

“WhenIstartedplaying,Igrewvery passionateforfieldhockeyveryquickly,” saidPeterson.“IpushedmyselftoimprovebecauseIwantedtomakethevarsityasafreshman.Iworkedtirelesslyin thegym intheoffseasontogetmyself strongerandfastertoachievethisgoal.I startedonthefieldhockeyandthegirls’ soccerteams.ItookeveryopportunityI couldtogetonthefieldandpushmyself togrowandbeasgoodasmyolderteammates.”

Petersonbeganplayingsocceratthe ageof4,andfieldhockeywhenshe turned7.

“Itraveled30to45minutesfourdays aweekforpracticeforbothsports,includingtournamentsontheweekends,” saidPeterson.“I playedatRiverSoccer

CoastalPoint•JoeMaciey IRfieldhockeyplayerEllaPetersonis thisweek’sfeaturedseniorinour weeklyseries.

Clubwithgirlswhoweretwoandthree yearsolderthanme.Thatforcedmeto growinordertocompetewiththem.”

Thecenterattackingmidfielderblossomedduringhersophomoreandjunior yearsoffieldhockeyin2023and2024, becomingtheteam’ssecondleadinggoalscorer,witheightandsixmarkers,respectively.

Thisseason,shehasninegoalsand27 points,helpingtheIndianscompilean impressive9-2won-lostrecordthrough gamesofOct.9.

Aconsistentcontributorto IRHSgirls’fieldhockey

Interestingly,it’swhatPetersondoesat midfield—notonthescoresheet—that makeshersuchaconsistentcontributorto theIndianRiversquad’ssuccess.

“Ellaisourworkhorse—shedoesthe grittyworkinthemidfieldandmakesher

presenceknownonboththedefensiveand attackingends,”saidIRHSgirls’field hockeyheadcoachTorrieHuk.“Shegeneratesourstrengthonbothsidesoftheball andplayswithafluiditythatallowsusto usehertoouradvantageinanysituation. Herleadershiponthefieldsetsthetonefor theteam.Sheleadsbyexample,through hereffort,composureanddetermination. Wearesoproudofhowhardshe’sworking. She’strulyinvolvedineveryaspectofthe game,fromthemomentthewhistleblows.”

Duringthesoccerseason,Petersongoes ontheoffensive,generatingscoringopportunitiesalongthewingandinthebox.Last springonthesoccerpitch,shenetteda team-leading10goalsand25points.She alsoledtheteamasasophomore,with eightgoalsand17points.Asafreshman, shewassecondingoals,withsix,and

pointswith15.

“Bothsportshavebeenfulfillingand challengingintheirownway,”shesaid.“In fieldhockey,it’sbeenveryrewardingformy seniorclasstoseehowfarwe’vecomeasa program.Wehadalosingrecordmyfreshmanyear,andnowwe’reaseriousthreatto winthestatetitle.Butwe’vehadtoovercomemanychallengestogetherandlearn whatittakestobeateam,”addedPeterson.

“Insoccer,weexperiencedalmostthe opposite,”shesaid.“Westartedoffmy freshmanyearwithareallystrongteam, makingittothequarterfinalsinthestate tournament.Then,welostalotofkeyplayers,forcingustohavesomerebuildingyears together.However,thisyear,wewillbea verystrongteam,makingalloftheeffort worthit.

“Whattiesitalltogetherformeisthe bondI’vecreatedwithallofmyteammates, whoIhaveplayedalongsideformostofmy life.Thefamilybondcreatedbetweenus makeseverychallengeworthwhileand

makeseverysuccessevenmorefulfilling.”

Petersonsaidsheconsidershertwo sportstobeverysimilar.

“Fieldhockeyandsoccereachoffer similarconceptsthatincludespacing,passing,communicationandstrategy,”shesaid. “Infieldhockey,you’redoingitwithastick insteadofyourfeet.Thesimilaritiesofthe twosportsmakeitsomucheasiertocarry skillsandleadershipfromonegametothe other.Theteamaspecthasalwaysbeenmy favoritepartofbothsports.Youhaveto learntotrustandworkwiththepeople aroundyouinordertosucceedineither game.Theonlydifferenceisthespecific peoplewhoaresurroundingyouduring eachseason.”

Astrongsiblingbond

Petersonsaidsheconsidersherself blessedtohaveastrongsiblingbondwith herolderbrother,Evan.

“Wehavealwaysbeenverycompetitive

witheachother,whichhaspushedmeto bebetter,”saidEllaPeterson,whose brotherplayeddefensefortheIRHSboys’ soccerteam—includingthe2020DIAA statechampionshipside—andthe school’sboys’lacrossesquadbeforehe graduatedin2023.

“Mybrotherisoneofthemostimportantrolemodelsinmylife.Heissomeone Icanalwayscountontobethereforany encouragementtogetbetter.EvanisajuniorattheUniversity ofNorthCarolina— Wilmington,andhetextsmebeforemy gamestowishmegoodluckandremind metodomybest.Heisoneofmybiggest inspirations,andhe’soneofmybiggest supporters.Oursiblingrivalryhasshaped meintothepersonIamtoday.”

Inaddition,Petersonsaidsheisappreciativeofthesupportfromherfather,Jeff, andmother,Jess,whoshesaidhaveprovidedforherathleticandacademiccareers.

“Mydadhashadanextremeimpacton mysuccessinallaspectsofmylife,”said Peterson.“Whetheritisschool,sportsor justlifeingeneral,hepushesmetodobetter.Aftereverygame,he’llrememberexact momentswhereIcould’vedonebetter. Withouthim,Iwouldn’tevenbecloseto thepersonIamnow.

“Mymomhasalwaysbeenmybiggest supporter,”addedPeterson.“Nomatterthe sport,sheisalwaysinthestands,cheering meonlouderthananyotherparent.She wasmydesignateddrivertothecountless practicesandtournamentsthatI’veattended.Withouther,Iwouldn’thavegottenevenhalfoftheopportunitiesshe enabledmetohave.”

Peterson’sgrandparents,PamandKent Peterson,andDeeandPhilRobinson,are alsopartofhercheeringsection.

“Theyattendasmanyofmygamesas possible,andarealwayswatchingmeon theNFHSnetworkwhentheycan’tmake ittoagame,”saidPeterson.

Shehasalsobeensupportedbythe IRHScoachingstaff.Shecitedassistant coachCarrieSubityasamentorwhohas hadasignificantimpactonhersuccess.

“Herfirstyearcoachinguswasmy freshmanyear,andshehashelpedmeasan athlete,”saidPeterson.“Shehelpedtheentireprogramasawholegrowintowhatit istoday.Asafreshman,Ilackedtheconfidenceneededtotrulycompetewithallof thegirlswhowereolderthanme.However,betweenCarrie’snumerouspeptalks, kindwordsandencouragement,myconfidencehasbeenbuiltup,allowingmetobe aleaderonthefield.

“Sheisoneofthosecoacheswhojust knowswhatisgoingthroughyourheadat alltimes,andsheknowshowtomakeyou achieveyourfullpotentialasanathlete. Sheusesherlessonsonthefieldandappliesthemtoourlives,aswell.Carriehas inspiredmeandpushedmetobetheathleteIamtoday.”

Petersonsaidshehopestofollowinher brother’sfootstepsandattendtheUniversity ofNorthCarolina—Wilmington.

“Iloveitsbig-collegeatmosphereand howcloseitistothebeach,”shesaid. “Theyalsohaveanincrediblenursingprogram.”

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Indianscruisetoanother shutoutwininfieldhockey

TheIndianRiverHighSchoolfield hockeyteamcruisedpastvisitingLaurel ina5-0winlastThursdayafternoon, Oct.9,atTheReservation.TheIndians

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consideropeningthisuptonearby communities.”

wereledonoffensebyseniorEllaPetersonandBaylieWilliamson,whoeach scoredtwice.ReeceForreyrecordedthe othergoal.BrynnKnightwascredited withapairofassists,andPeterson loggedahelperaswell. Itwasthesecondshutoutwinina rowfortheIndiansandtheirseventhof the seasonintheirninewins.IRgoalie ZoeQuillenandthedefensiveunitof Forrey,TaliaScerraandLucy Williamson,alongwithPetersonand CarolineWilliamson,havebeensolidas arockallseasonlong.

Cadelsaidheisthankfultoanumberofpeopleformakingthefundraiser areality.

“Severalindividualsspentconsiderabletimeandefforttoorganizeandset upthistournament,”saidCadel.“Gary

TheiroverallrecordasofOct.14 was9-2(4-0intheHenlopenAthletic Conference’sSouthDivision)withtheir nextgamecomingontheroadatSussex AcademyonThursday,Oct.16,after CoastalPointpresstimethisweek.The SeahawksareaSouthDivisionrival,75 overallandridingathree-gamewin

Saylor,thepresidentofAMG,along withBranchManagerBrettHoagland andProjectManagerEddieRamos, haveeachputinatremendousamount oftimeandeffortinmakingsurewe hadasuccessfultournament.Inaddi-

streak.Allthreeofthosewinshave comebyshutout,againstSeaford(100),CharterSchoolofWilmington(8-0) andStephenDecatur(2-0).

TheIndiansweretohaveplayed CaesarRodneyonTuesday,Oct.14,but lastweekend’snor’eastermadeplaying conditionsimpossibleonTuesdayand Wednesday.Norescheduledateforthat matchhadbeenmadepublicasof CoastalPointpresstime.

tion,TomHoffmanandtheMillvilleBy the SeaPickleballCommitteemadesignificantcontributionstomanageand overseeoneofthefinestpickleballfacilitiesinthisarea.”

LEGALS

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

Estate of Richard Wayne Robinson, Deceased.

Notice is hereby given that Letters of Testamentary upon the estate of Richard Wayne Robinson who departed this life on June 30, 2025, late of Fenwick Island, DE were duly granted unto Richard Wayne Robinson II on September 23, 2025 and all persons indebted to the said deceased are required to make payments to the said Executor without delay, and all persons having demands against the deceased are required to exhibit and present the same duly probated to the said Executor on or before February 28, 2026 or abide by the law in this behalf.

Executor:

Richard Wayne Robinson II 16424 Fox Valley Terrace Rockville, MD 20853

ATTORNEY:

Veronica R. Townsend, Esq. 118 Atlantic Ave.; Suite 202

Ocean View, DE 19970

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Estate of Margaret Dawson, Deceased.

Notice is hereby given that Letters of Administration upon the estate of Margaret Dawson who departed this life on July 16, 2025, late of Frankford, DE were duly granted unto William Scott Dawson on October 6, 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 March 16, 2026 or abide by the law in this behalf.

Administrator: William Scott Dawson 852 Rome Court Bel Air, MD 21015

Gregory Fuller, Sr., Register of Wills

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

CP 20251017 3T

OFFICE OF REGISTER OF WILLS OF SUSSEX COUNTY

(302)855-7875

Estate of Cynthia Lee Trower, Deceased. Notice is hereby given that Letters of Testamentary upon the estate of Cynthia Lee Trower who departed this life on July 18, 2025, late of Ocean View, DE were duly granted unto Robyn Katherine Trower on September 24, 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 March 18, 2026 or abide by the law in this behalf.

Executor:

Robyn Katherine Trower 450 Girard St, Apt. T3 Gaithersburg, MD 20877

Gregory Fuller, Sr., Register of Wills

ATTORNEY:

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

20251003 3T

Bid Notice

Town of Dagsboro

The Town of Dagsboro invites bids or proposals from qualified individuals and firms to remove and plow snow from all locally owned roads commencing in the 25-26 winter season. Specifications can be viewed at Town Hall, 33134 Main Street, during normal business hours. Proof of insurance and state license required. Please submit references and your bid/proposal (either fixed rate or hourly rate) by 4:00 p.m. on Friday, October 31,2025 via mail, Town of Dagsboro, PO Box 420, Dagsboro, DE 19939, or email to Town Administrator, tadagsboro@mediacombb.net. We reserve the right to reject any and all bids.

NOTICE FOR PUBLICATION

To Whom it May Concern:

This is to advise that David Karl Thompson of 24624 Hollytree Circle, Georgetown, of Sussex County, Delaware, will be filing with the Prothonotary in and for Sussex County, State of Delaware, an application for a License to Carry a Concealed Deadly Weapon, according to the laws of the State of Delaware.

CP 20251017 1T

SHERIFF SALE

By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, 21st day of October, 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:134-12.00-3890.00

Property Address: 31407 VALLEY GREEN ROAD, Millville, DE 19967

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 11/17/25. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on 11/21/25; 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 DENNIS J. DELANEY & USDA (5) and will be sold by Robert T. Lee, Sheriff

CP 20251010 2T

SHERIFF SALE

By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, 21st day of October, 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:333-11.00-79.00

Property Address: 36621 MAIN STREET, 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 11/17/25. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on 11/21/25; 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 MICHAEL SHUHART & HEATHER LYNN SHUHART & UNITED STATES OF AMERICA (7) and will be sold by Robert T. Lee, Sheriff

SHERIFF SALE

By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, 21st day of October, 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:233-11.00-246.00-6

Property Address: 29549 PHOENIX AVENUE, 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 11/17/25. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on 11/21/25; 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 R. HARTWICK, II (6) and will be sold by Robert T. Lee, Sheriff

SHERIFF SALE

By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, 21st day of October, 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:133-20.00-91.00

Property Address: 24346 KENT DRIVE, Millsboro, DE 19966

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

TERMS: 20 percent of the purchase money will be demanded on day of sale (The $4,000.00 Bidder Registration Fee will be credited to the 20% deposit). Cash or Cashier's Check is required. The balance is to be paid on or before 11/17/25. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on 11/21/25; 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 LARRY LEONARD REDMAN (10) and will be sold by Robert T. Lee, Sheriff

TOY SOLDIER COLLECTION lFor Sale. Call for details 908-801-9648

CRACKER TINS $3. One bread tin $5 757-810-8782

ANTIQUE TRUNK

Beautiful $60 757-810-8782

BEAUTIFUL CURIO CABI-

NET. Glass framed doors, gleass frame sides, glass shelves with light on top & bottom. Mirror back $500 rm 732-910-0505

BUYING CASE POCKET

KNIVES. One knife or entire collection. Any condition. Call or text Lloyd 609-2902786. Sussex county area

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

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

GLASSWARE Over 100 small unique pieces! Closed my Shop. $75 must leave message. 410-939-7714

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

DOLLS FROM THE 40S & 50S. . Good condition. and doll accessories. Call for details. Best Offer. 610-5069179

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

DISHES IMPORTED FROM Germany. Setting for 12, never used $100

732-910-0505

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

302-855-1156

CUISINART MODEL FP8P Elemental & Food Processor. 350 watts, 8cup. New wrapped, still in box. Instructions Incl. $75 Text 302-258-3741

OSTER FOOD PROCESSOR

2 in 1 salad prep and food processor. Shreds, slices, puree, chop. New in box $50 301-875-7061

DASH CHEF SERIES digital Blender. Includes instruction manual and recipe guide. Still in box $99 301-875-7061

2011 HARLEY ELECTRA GLIDE

Garage kept, excellent condition, mileage 9,959, newer tires, serviced at 9k mi. Extras added, blue & black. $9,000 302-752-7509

2004 VOLVOHard Top Convertable Excellent shape, 35k miles. $5,300 202-641-5811

DONATE YOUR CAR/TRUCK/RV - Lutheran Mission Society of MD Compassion Place Ministries help local families with food, clothing, counseling. Tax deductible. MVA licensed #W1044. 410-228-8437 www.CompassionPlace.org 4-DIGIT DELAWARE

LIVE/ACTIVE trailer tags. Good dates. T5083, T7394 “7/3/94” T8697 “08/06/97” T9685 “09/06/85” Starts at $550 302-542-9500 2017 CHEVROLET MALIBU all-weather front oor liners. Fit 2017-2020. Like new. $50 914-275-8938 DE LICENSE PLATE Stainless Steel with Rivets. Non Active. Collectors Item. $300 302-745-4122 SHURFLO PORTABLE oil change system with 3.5 gallon storage container. 12 volt DC. Like new, asking $100 914-275-8938

BUYING CASE POCKET KNIVES

One knife or entire collection.

Any condition. Call or text Lloyd 609-290-2786. Sussex county area

CANOE 12ft. VINTAGE

(70’s)SEARS ROEBUCK.

Model #332-61032 Fiberglass, rated 3 person/425lbs/3HP motor. No leaks, very good condition. $180 302-542-9500

YAMAHA 2014 ELECTRIC

start 4 stroke 20 HP motor & 14 ft 1993 SATRCRAFT BOAT, tagged trailer with spare tire

$3,200 OBO 302-893-0499

FSBO BOAT SLIP for Sale in Bay Colony Marnia. $67,500

302-864-8969

WILDERNESS SYSTEMS

Tarpon 120 Kayak, 12’, orange, good condition, with paddle. $900-1,200 new, selling for $495. You pick up or I can deliver locally. $495 202-999-0517

PERSON KAYAK $80.

302-541-4547

HAUL-MASTER 2”HITCH

Mount Cargo Carrier. Aluminum 500lb. Has 4 shing pole holders on it, ready for the beach! $200 717-649-2199

REESE HITCH

10,000 - max with two attachments. Kit # 49903 $150 717-649-2199. 717-649-2199

LEAD SINKERS

Bank, Trolling, Bell, Egg, Coin, etc. From 1oz up to 12oz. 25cents an ounce. Mix-N-Match. Also Jigs, Bucktails, & Surf Rigs avail. Starts at $1. 302-542-9500

WALKER BAY 8’ SAILBOAT

Good condition. Has all accessories. $800 Call 240-423-4366

YAKIMA JAY low foldable rooftop kayak cradle roof mounts. Never used! 2 boxes/4 cradles. $125/box or $225 for both. 203-644-4528

NISSAN 9.8 HP BOAT

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

FISHING GEAR.

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

PAIR OF ESS SPEAKERS

Customized oor standing 39 1/2”H x 16” W x 16” Depth. Chrome nish with black speaker cloth. Pick up only $425 954-540-4528

DIGITAL CANNON VIDEO

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

40 INCH SONY HDTV with stand. Excellent Condition

$50.302-436-5836

PROSCAN FLATSCREEN TV

30 x 32” $30 410-310-6633

32IN SHARP HDTV with remote $50. 443-373-1550

SPIRE MEMORY BANK for iPad $20. 302-743-1903

FREE TO A GOOD HOME!

HOME GYMBodi Solid Multi Station plus accessories, 200lb stack. Moving and can’t take. Must pick up, Selbyville area 410-493-4017

FREE! 3 non-matching long outdoor lounge chairs. Good condition. Must take from 2nd oor apartment. Call 302-569-4580

FREE! REAR HITCH Cargo Carrier. 302-893-0499

FREE! Garage door used 7 x 16 you pick up Call 302-537-4390

FREE! Panasonic Compact Plain Paper Fax Machine. Model # KX - EP 250 or 245. With instruction booklet. 302-564-7696

2 24”H SWIVEL CHAIRS & 2 DINING/KITCHEN CHAIRS

$15 each. Ocean City 301-802-0431 leave message

2 HEAVY WHITE BARSTOOLS Swivel $100 each OBO 703-346-1632

PRACTICALLY NEW SOFA

$850 OBO. Queen Bedroom Set, 3pcs with mattress & box spring. $850 OBO 703-346-1632

SMALL WHITE END TABLE $25 OBO 703-346-1632

WHITE BOOKCASE 5 shelves & 2 doors$900 new, Asking $275 703-346-1632

KING & QUEEN Headboard $30 each 302-229-7898

PATIO CHAIRS $7 each 757-810-8782

TV CABINET $40 302-229-7898

STURDY BED RAIL $10 Leave message 302-539-5209

OUTDOOR BISTRO SET $40 443-763-1378

BEAUTIFUL CURIO CABINET Glass frame doors, glass frame sides,mirror on back, glass shelves, lights on top and bottom $500 732-910-0505

HERNDON CHINA CABINET Four Centuries style dark wood cabinet with mesh doors and 3 glass shelves. Additional storage underneath. 77"h x 39"w $250.00 Inquire for pics 209-890-0634

DINING ROOM TABLE 4

chairs, maple nish $150 302-362-3687

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

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

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

HAMPTON BAY PATIO SET

Aluminum w/4 swivel chairs. New slings in 2023, umbrella & base. Store in garage in winter $300 845-891-5330

WHITE SINGLE OVER DOUBLE bunk bed; very sturdy, excellent condition; including bunkie board and mattresses. $325. Selbyville area. 717-576-6293

PATIO FURNITURE. Loveseat & Chair with Cushions $75 Selbyville 410-688-5483

OUTDOOR FURNITURE. 2 Chairs with cushions & foot stools with matching glass top coffee table. $400 302-663-9326

WHITE WOOD TODDLER

Bed, covered mattress, Dory/Nemo linens (like new) $75 302-858-3277

LAZYBOY JEAN POWER Lift Recliner. Light beige, 2mos old. $700 302-858-3277

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

HUSQVARNA 130L GAS

Weed Whacker stored indoors with manuel $95 732-637-2804

LARGE TARP COVER for Patio furniture. Excellent cond. $25 302-569-2213

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

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

HAND FERTILIZER Spreader $10 410-310-6633

SUNCAST OUTDOOR

CONTAINER Brown, 45 x 18 x 24. Good condition $40 302-436-9133

SUNCAST OUTDOOR

CONTAINER Gray, 22 x 17 x 18. Good condition $24 302-436-9133

HUSQVARNA 48” RIDING

Lawnmower. Like New, Runs Great $400 443-397-3377 Ask for Mike RYOBI 16 inch 40 volt Lawnmower $100 OBO 410-726-8099

RIDGID 12inch Sliding Compound Mitre Saw w/ stand cart $200 OBO 410-726-8099

JOHN DEERE Tractor/Lawnmower. 36” cut, 19 horsepower. Like New. $900 rm 302-396-5450

GARDEN GROOM 3 in 1

Hedge Trimmer, $50 OBO 609-247-3649

55/30 GALLON BARRELS

Metal or plastic with or without lids. For burning, storage, oating docks, rain barrel, live bait, ush tank, planters/pots etc Starting at $35 302-542-9500

“BILLYGOAT” LAWN VACUUM Excellent Condition $100 text 302-745-4122 LIKE NEW/USED MEDICAL equipment. INVACARE electric wheelchair $400. Feather lightweight wheelchair $400. INVACARE Hospital bed $200. Please leave message 302-470-9335

MOTORCYCLE APPAREL & Accessories. Reasonably Priced! 717-979-7282

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

LOST!! REWARD!!

In Ocean City, Gold Bracelet with engraving of Daughters name & 1970. Please call 301-802-0431 leave message

BIRKENSTOCK SANDALS size 37 which is 7 - 7 1/2 $45 410-310-6633

Compost Machine & Rain Barrell $20 each call 410-299-1581 410-310-6633WALKER $10 410-310-6633 POWER DRILL $10 410-310-6633

WANTED Books DVD/CDs

Videogames. I buy and selleven recycle for you. Take pics/text what you have or call. All Delmarva. 908-209-9172

WHEELCHAIR with footrests

$30 410-310-6633

STEPLADDER 5ft $15 Ocean

City please leave message 301-802-0431

DURA HEAT Kerosene heater #2304 $175 302-436-9133

PRECISION COOKER ANOVA

$135 new, now $45 OBO 302-564-7696

HONEYWELL HUMIDIFIER

$20 Please leave message 301-802-0431

UREKA UPRIGHT $15

Please leave message 301-802-0431

POLK AUDIO R150 Bookshelf Speakers, black, brand new in carton. $125 443-790-0507

PICTURE FRAME VICE

Stanley $25 302-436-9005

DENTAL INSURANCE

from Physicians Mutual Insurance Company. Coverage for 350 plus procedures. Real dental insurance - NOT just a discount plan. Do not wait! Call now! Get your FREE Dental Information Kit with all the details!

1-855-337-5228

www.dental50plus.com/MDDC #6258

5X4 HANDMADE QUILT

Large $70 443-373-1550

POKER CHIP & CARD

HOLDER Swivels $40 443-373-1550

SHEEPSKIN RUG $50 443-373-1550

30,000 BTU PROPANE WALL Heater with Thermostat & Blower $150 302-539-5545

UNIQUE GOLD SUNBURST

pattern 5x8 area rug. India House, pictures available $75 610-952-6306

FLOOR PNEUMATIC Nailer. Used once $70 302-381-5408

CRAFTSMAN ROUTER

1 1/2 HP Never used $60 302-381-5408

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” Reduced price, starts at $550 302-542-9500

3 KITCHEN HANGING

White Lamps. New, Excellent Condition. $100 302-559-0848

CORNER CHINA CLOSET

Excellent Condition. With light $80 302-559-0848

2 AC UNITS Row Excellent Condition. Will cool 2-3 rooms $100 302-559-0848

GREENLEAF EMERSON Row

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

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

CROCK POT,

6 qt, programable. Brand new in carton. $40 443-790-0507

MODEL TOY “TANKER”

TRUCKS Nice Christmas gifts. $10.00 each 302-537-4390

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

Floral Oriental Hand Knotted Wool & Silk Throw Rug. 5' x 2 1/2' $175.00 OBOText for photos 209-890-0634

SKINNY MINI FOLDING

Metal Stepladder. 4 steps 5ft high good condition. Orig $75, asking $30. 302-539-1202

Pencil Drawing Book and Water Color Kit $15.00 each. Lot of Pottery, Wine Cooler, Goblet, wine glasses, $35.00 each. Local Coastal Storybooks, $5.00 each. 302-743-1903

WOOD LECTURN used once $50 302-381-5408

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

FABERWARE 12" electric stainless steel skillet/warmer with lid and heating control.$45.00. 302-537-5148

FUJIFILM UNDERWATER

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

ARTTRICKS CALLIGRAPHY Set $10. 302-743-1903

BATHROOM THROW RUG and lid. Aqua color, New with matching cotton print shower curtain. $10 for all. 302-537-7348

SALAD BOWL SET

7pc mahogany wood, never used $15 302-537-7348

CRAFTSMAN 1’2” ELECTRIC

Impact Drill 7.5 amps $35 OBO 410-726-8099

CRAFTSMAN 4” X 24” Electric Belt Sander $25 OBO 410-726-8099

RYOBI ELECTRIC ORBITAL Scrolling Jig Saw $20 OBO 410-726-8099

ELECTRIC POWERWASHER

Good Condition $100.

302-541-4547

1 HP DRILL PRESS, 13”

Plainer, a Jigsaw, and a Wood Lathe. Best Offer. Call 302-541-8259

TABLECLOTH Ivory, 60x84 Oval. New in package. $8

302-537-7348

MY BACKYARD QUAIL EGGS

302-249-8493

LADIES CLOTHES

and Accessories. New to Vintage. Excellent condition. Various sizes. Lots of Jackets. Fifty pieces. $3-$20. 302-829-8400

STEELMAN 9”Fan, brand new $20 757-810-8782

BROTHER Printer $20 757-810-8782

OSTER Toaster oven $25 757-810-8782

IRON FISH SHAPED WINE RACK Holds 20 Bottles of Wine $60. 302-743-1903

8 SINGLE HUNG SASH

Windows. 6 are 32 1/2 x 29 1/2. Pro - Ply Gem. 2 are 19.7 x 34.3. Brand new $50 each 302-331-9626

METAL FRAME RESTAURANT Dining Chairs with extra thick cushions. $10 each. 410-608-7505

CRAFTSMAN TABLE SAW Router & Router Table $250 OBO. 302-541-8008

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

ARTISTS/POTTERS

collapsible 10’ wooden shelves for craft shows.$100 302-537-2856

24’ WERNER EXTENSION ladder $150 302-537-2856

2 RAVENS TICKETS Ravens Vs. Detroit Lions. Mon night game Sept 22 section 550 row 114 seats 20 &21. At The Ravens Stadium in Baltimore. Asking $150 for both OBO 724-859-5269

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

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

PELLA SLIDING GLASS DOOR

Like New, $300 856-979-3338

POWERBACK 5250 WATTS

GENERATOR excellent condition. $200 302-745-4122

“CUT THE CORD” New TV

Antenna 36” x 48” for outside or attic. $125. Call 302-537-1062 leave message

LAFAN 8500 GENERATOR excellent condition. . 516-967-6435

MENS DUI DRY SUIT Large with weight belt. $500. 302-854-9498

DIVE TANKS 6 aluminum. $50 each. 302-854-9498

BLOND KITCHEN SET, ceramic top oval table & 6 chairs $50.00 302-537-6353

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

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

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

INSTRUMENTS

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

CLASSIC KENNELL sm to med up to 30 lbs 28” L x 20.5”W $50. 443-373-7294

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

This Weekend

❐ Thurs, Oct 16th - Sat, Oct 18th 9am-3pm Rain or Shine

Estate Sale, Entire home furnishing, kitchen set, 2 living room sets, 2 bedroom sets, Christmas decor, antiques, shed full of tools, lawnmower, B Mackie limited edition Barbie dolls, Dooney Bourke purses, Many other items. Contact 610-291-7653 18 Andover Lane Lewes DE

❐ Fri, Oct 17th & Sat, Oct 18th 8am-12pm Rain or Shine

Vintage Sale! Cash or Venmo. Nutcrackers, Carolers, Anna Lee Dolls, Nativity Set, Blow Molds and many other non holiday collector’s treasures. Come to the side yard and pole building.

32161 West Rd, Frankford DE 19945

❐ Sat, Oct 18th

9:30am-4pm Rain or Shine

Large Sale at the Antique Junction!! All Outbuildings will be open. Bring your own bags! Lots of Tools, plus tons of misc. items. Also sales going on in the main building! Come check it out!

Next to the Railroad Tracks on Church St in Selbyville!

❐ Sat, Oct 18th

8am-12pm Rain Date 10/25

Pine Grove Lane Neighborhood Yard Sale!

36492 Pine Grove Lane, Ocean View DE 19970

❐ Sat, Oct 18th

8am-1pm Rain or Shine

Forest Landing Multi Family Yard Sale! New Halloween & Christmas blow ups & decorations. Toys, clothes, household items & more!

36837 & 36839 West Pebble Beach Drive, Frankford DE 19945

❐ Sat, Oct 18th 8am-1pm Rain or Shine

Lighthouse Lakes Community Yard Sale! Off Rt. 54 Selbyville

Upcoming

❐ Sat, Oct 25th

8am-12pm Rain or Shine

Possum Point Players hold an indoor Clothing Yard Sale.Indoors at Possum Hall. . Clothing all types and sizes, shoes, accessories. Refreshments on sale.

441 Old Laurel Road, Georgetown

❐ Sat, Oct 25th

8am-1pm Rain Date 10/26

Villas at Cedar Cove Community Yard Sale! Wide variety of “Good Stuff” including furniture, fishing poles, bait box, garden and misc. Tools, storage shelving, piano keyboard, decorative items, kitchen items, plus much more! 16 Juniper Court, Millville DE 19967

❐ Sat ,Nov 1st

8am-1pm Rain Date 11/2

Community Yard Sale at Commons at Radish Farm! Appliances, furniture, artwork, exercise equipment, collectibles, clothing, vintage items and more. Priced to sell. 210 W. Bourne Way, Millsboro, DE 19966

❐ Fri, Nov 8th 8am-12pm Rain or Shine

YARD & BAKE SALE @ MILLVILLLE FIRE HALL Breakfast and Lunch available for purchase

[For table info & details, call 302 537 0143]

Millville Vol Fire Co - Station 1 Route 26

FANCY GUPPIES Very unique, bright colors. $2 each. Texts preferred. 302-841-4562

SPORTS & EXERCISE

GOLF CLUBS mostly drivers & 3 woods $3 each 757-810-8782

RALEIGH SR SUNTOUR BIKE

18.5 in frame, easy release wheels. Good cond., smooth comfortable rider. $60 OBO 302-569-4580

SARIS BIKE RACK Works on most cars, completely adjustable. Like new cond. $60 OBO 302-569-4580

MENS BIKE $35 Ocean City please leave message 301-802-0431

Waterside: 2BR/2BA 2nd floor apartment in Frankford. 1 mile from Bethany Beach. $1,700 per month + utilities.

Bethany Bay: 2BR/2BA 1st floor furnished unit. $1,900 per month + utilities. Available 11/15/2025.

Villas of Bethany West: 3BR/2.5BA furnished townhome in Bethany Beach. $2,000 per month + 7% rental tax and utilities.

Summerfield: 3BR/2BA furnished single level home in Ocean View with theatre room $2,200 per month + utilities. Available as a winter rental, Nov. - May.

Saltwater Landing: 3BR/2BA furnished home with office and 2 car garage. $2,400 per month + utilties.

Salt Pond: 4BR/3.5BA townhome with 1 car garage in Bethany Beach. $2,450 per month + utilties.

Books DVD/CDs

Videogames. I buy and selleven recycle for you. Take pics/text what you have or call. All Delmarva. 908-209-9172

BUYING CASE POCKET KNIVES. One knife or entire collection. Any condition. Call or text Lloyd 609-2902786. Sussex county area

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

Millville by the Sea: 3BR/2BA furnished single level home in Millville with 2 car garage. $2,777 per month + utilties and 2% rental tax.

Dogwood Acres Rd: 4BR/2BA single family home in Dagsboro with 2 car garage and outbuilding. $2,850 per month + utilities.

Bayville Shores: 3BR/3.5BA furnished 3 story townhome with garage. $2,875 per month + utilities.

Ocean View Beach Club: 4BR/3BA fully furnished single family home in Ocean View. $3,000 per month +6% rental tax.

The Estuary: 3BR/2BA single level home with 2 car garage. $3,195 per month + utilties.

The Original Crossword Puzzle for Kids and Their Favorite Adults

Kids Across

1. A cat's sensitive whiskers often ____ when you touch them (or a 3D with one letter added to the front of the word)

3. The First Cat: Pres. Clinton's pet cat, Socks, was at home in the _____ House

5. Even carnivores sometimes want more: Although cats ___ meat, they may occasionally munch on a leaf on a house plant

6. It's the other way to spell catsup

8. If you're sharp, you know that you might think of this cat's body part as his " ngernail"

9. What a kitten does to a cricket as it hops away

12. It's the sound you hear from a satis ed cat

13. Happy birthday: A mother cat's kittens who are born at the same time

16. A group of lions (or the feeling your parents have when you treat others with

kindness and respect) 17. Cats (and coyotes) will sometimes _____ loudly when they want their voices to be heard

19. A little leopard or a tiny tiger

21. What a kitten's paw leaves on the sidewalk after he steps in a puddle

22. Meal time!: Some cats get excited whenever they hear the sound of an electric ___ opener 23. It's the website to visit when you want to see a cat play the piano (2 wds)

Parents Down

1. Ladder matter: A squirrelchasing cat may nd that it's easier to go up a ___ than to get down from one

2. A kitten's "necklace" with a personalized pendant

3. Woman whose constant companion is a black cat

4. Domestic tranquility: The American Kennel Club, which o ers cat owners tips on how to introduce a

dog into the home (abbr.)

7. "____ in Boots" is a tale of a swashbuckling feline

8. World's fastest Jaguars

9. Russian empress whose friends might have called her by a feline nickname: ____ the Great

10. Royally rendered title of Elton John, whose "Honky Cat" climbed the charts in '72

11. Ironically grounded and ever the optimist, a cat tends to look this direction when pursuing a bird

14. Type of player who tackles challenges for the Carolina Panthers or Cincinnati Bengals, for short

15. Baby talk: Kitten's canine counterpart

17. Looking like Lincoln: Red and white striped accessory worn by Seuss' famous feline

18. Wild thing: Male cat whose face is framed in a bushy mane

20. Like you, cats can su er with sneezes and snu es if they catch this ailment ailvirusrespiratory ailment

11057 DESTINATION DR, SELBYVILLE

A furnished 3 BD, 3 BA villa with a 2car garage in prestigious Bayside community w/a Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course! Features include wood floors, 2 BDs on 1st floor, screened porch, upstairs is a spacious suite area with a balcony. Come take a look during the Open House Sunday, Oct 19th, 10am2pm.

$600,000 (DESU2095326) Call

ACREAGE

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west of Fenwick Island to build your dream farmhouse estate! Minutes from beaches, shopping, and restaurants, this sprawling 5.2 acre lot is where country living meets coastal charm. Site evaluation on file. Agent is owner. Land, Luxury, Live! 5.2 Acres (DESU2066598) Call Brad Absher (c) 302-214-LAND

38240 LOOKOUT LN #1064, SELBYVILLE

This fully furnished 3 BR, 3.5 BA end-unit townhome delivers spectacular panoramic views of the bay and natural shoreline. First level featuring a beautiful bedroom suite with full bathroom and a walkout screened-in patio. The entry-level suite opens to a large covered patio with views of the woodlands and water. The main level features a bright, open oor plan with a beautifully updated kitchen with custom granite island. The primary suite features a very large walk-in closet with plenty of room for storage. The walk-in bathroom features a luxurious soaking tub and walk-in shower.

$695,000 (DESU2096726)

Call Sandra Erbe (c) 443-848-3004

3,000 sq. ft. of nished living space. The bright foyer welcomes you with gleaming hardwood oors, classic wainscoting, and a wide staircase. The open-concept layout features a spacious living/dining area with gas replace, a sunroom lled with natural light, and a chef’s kitchen with custom cabinetry, granite counters, and island seating. The main level includes a large primary suite, home of ce, and half bath. Upstairs, nd three bedrooms plus a Jack-and-Jill bath and exible bonus spaces for work, play, or storage.

$749,000 (MDWO2028450)

Call Nancye Vermillion (c) 302-500-9255

38914 BLUE INDIGO RD., SELBYVILLE

Front & center views of a beautiful fountain & pond are at this furnished, popular twin home! 1st floor has an openconcept LR, DR, Kitchen & Family room, ½ ba, primary suite & more. 2nd floor: loft, 3 bds & 1 ba. Enjoy outstanding views from the paver patio, kitchen, family room & 3 BDs. In the prestigious Bayside Community with amenities galore, the Freeman Stage and a Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course.

$715,000 (DESU2097860)

10651 PINEY ISLAND
ISLAND, BISHOPVILLE,

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