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By Laura Walter Staff Reporter Three candidates shared their final thoughts this week ahead of the 2026 Delaware Primary Election on Sept. 15. The Republican Party has a contested primary between John Atkins, Doug Conaway and Jacki Slonin, each hoping to serve in the Delaware House of Representatives. Geographically, the 41st Representative District includes parts of Millsboro, Dagsboro, Frankford, Roxana, Selbyville and Gumboro. The winner of the primary will face Democrat Ryan Stuckey in the General Election on Nov. 3. House of Representatives seats carry two-year terms, starting in January. Delaware has closed primaries, so only registered Republicans can cast ballots at their usual polling place (check registration status online at ivote.de.gov). Voters must use their assigned Polling Place on Election Day, See CANDIDATES page A7
Community observing 9/11 this week
Welcome signs and flags surrounded the Mason Dixon V.F.W. Post 7234 on Tuesday, Sept. 8, as 25 Very Important Families arrived for their week in the community.
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Several events are planned in observance of the 25th anniversary of the Sept 11, 2001, terrorist attacks on the United States, including in Ocean View, Bethany Beach, Millsboro and Georgetown. In Ocean View, VFW Post 7234 will present “25 Years of Remembrance” with Vice Commander Jeff Ringel as guest speaker. Ringel was working in New York City on the day the World Trade Center was attacked. The Frankford resident was living in New Jersey at time, working as an FBI agent when he saw, from West Broadway, the second plane crash. He will speak at the event, at 8:30 a.m. on Friday, Sept. 11. Guests are being asked to arrive at the event, free and open to the
The handmade sign at the entrance to Mason Dixon VFW Post 7234 in Ocean View read “Let the Sun Shine on You.” Decorated with hand-drawn waves, seagulls, fish and a bright yellow center section, the sign was one of dozens greeting 25 Very Important Families (VIFs) as they arrived Tuesday afternoon to begin their stay as guests of the Bethany Beach community. The families are in the area this week to participate in Warrior Family Beach Week, sponsored by Operation SEAs the Day. Each of the families has at least one member who was wounded during military service in the post-9/11 timeframe. The purpose of the week is, indeed, for the families to “let the sun shine” on them — there is a full schedule of free activities each day for the families to take part in if they want to. Or they can just chill on the beach as well. At Tuesday’s welcome lunch, as families gathered and met their “ambassadors” — the volunteer mentors who will help them make the most of their stay, OSTD board members, VFW officers and Bethany Beach Mayor Ron Calef
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offered brief remarks. “You will have a great time here,” Calef said. “We’re not Atlantic City, we’re not Virginia Beach, but we’ve got everything they have in a little bit smaller area. Everybody’s going all-out for you this week, so enjoy the week. We ordered up this weather just special for you.” Delaware State Police Sgt. Troy Pezzuto — an Operation SEAs the Day board member and Marine veteran — told the families that, this week, as the nation marks the 25th anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks, the people around them understand their sacrifices. “A quarter-century ago, on a bright Tuesday morning, America faced its darkest hour and responded with its finest. We lost firefighters and police who charged up a tower that fell down. We lost passengers on Flight 93 who chose courage over fear. We watched a nation come together with resolve that the world has never seen before,” Pezzuto said. “But here’s what inspires me the most about that day: Out of the ashes, a generation of heroes were born. Many of the veterans here today joined because of 9/11. You saw the smoke. You felt a call. You answered it. Not because you had
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bags given to each family upon arrival. Free activities offered to the families during the week include: • Therapeutic horseback riding • Boat excursions • Kayak and stand-up paddleboard outings • Children’s art activity • Family beach barbecue • Tennis and pickleball clinics • Fort Miles Historic Area tour and lunch at American Legion post • Family magic show at Dickens Par-
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We adapt and we come back stronger. “I’d like to thank those among you who, despite the risk and the sacrifice, raised your hand to serve and defend this country. You instilled in all of us a pride that words cannot completely capture. “These men and women were ordinary individuals until, one moment, they were not. They heard the call of duty. They answered it without hesitation. They fought to protect this nation, to protect our way of life, to ensure the idea called ‘America’ would endure. I guarantee you, without these veterans, it would not. “You cannot fight a war without a strong military,” Pezzuto said, adding that, while “a dream of a nation without war stirs the soul, let’s not forget: War has liberated slavery. It has halted geno-
cide. It has toppled terrorism. “Those victories,” he said, “were paid in full by you. We gather today to honor the bravest among us. The warriors in this room who stepped forward when a nation asked. Each of you has given your fellow Americans something immense. The freedom to build, to secure the dream and the privilege to call America the finest nation on Earth. Pezzuto also acknowledged the sacrifices of the veterans’ families. “Your love and support are the backbone of this nation and must never be forgotten. You carry a weight that is no lighter” than that of the veterans, he said. “You are the quiet strength. The steady hand on the hardest days. The ones who love at home and hold the
Continued from page A1 to, but because you believed in something bigger than yourself. You chose to stand between our nation and chaos. “You were the generation that turned tragedy into triumph. Twenty-five years later, that spark still burns bright. The towers fell, but we rose. The enemy struck, we struck back,” Pezzuto said. “With courage, unity, with determination that defines who we are as Americans. This Friday, 9/11, we’re going to honor every one of you veterans. We’re going to honor the police, fire and the 2,977 souls that we lost. “We salute all veterans, first-responders who ran towards danger, and we celebrate you: the living proof that America does not break, does not bend.
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Events Continued from page A1 public, by 8 a.m. After the ceremony, they will be invited inside for beverages and to talk about their 9/11 experiences. “I was watching the fires, watching people jump. I felt the building I was in shudder, four or five blocks away. When I got to West Broadway I had a clear shot. My first thought was, ‘What sort of idiot pilot flies into a building in New York?’ Nobody thought about terrorism. But when the second tower was hit the you knew this was a coordinated attack,” Ringel had previously told the Coastal Point. At the VFW, bells will ring at 8:46 a.m., the time on Sept. 11, 2001, when American Airlines Flight 11 crashed into the North Tower of the World Trade Center; at 9:03 a.m., the time that day when United Airlines Flight 175 hit the South Tower of the World
OSTD Continued from page A3 line. Your service is not invisible and will be honored this week along with the veterans’. “We’re in Bethany Beach for a reason,” Pezzuto told the families. “Look at the ocean. It’s powerful, relentless, beautiful. The waves don’t ask permission to keep coming. They break, they re-form, they break again. And every single time, the water finds its way back. That is you. “You shape the storm. You are not defined by it. Every wave you have survived made you more and more. Not less. More. “We call it SEAs the Day,” he said of the weeklong program. “It’s a mission. It’s a promise. It’s a reminder that every sunrise over the water is invaluable. ‘SEAs the Day’ does not mean pretending to be perfect. It means choosing to step forward in hope.”
Trade Center; at 9:37 a.m., the time when American Airlines Flight 77 hit the western side of the Pentagon in Arlington, Va.; and at 10:03 a.m., the time at which United Airlines Flight 93 crashed into a field near Shanksville, Pa. The last crash was orchestrated by passengers including 32-year-old Todd Beamer of Cranberry, N.J., who said, “Let’s roll” before he and others stormed the cockpit, preventing the plane from hitting its suspected target, the U.S. Capitol or the White House, and forcing it to crash in a field in Shanksville, killing all 44 people on board, including four hijackers. In Bethany Beach on Sept. 11, the Operation SEAs the Day veteran families motorcade and parade will be from 4:45 to 5 p.m. It will start in Bethany Beach, continue through Fenwick Island and proSee EVENTS page A5 He said that, while the veterans may often feel alone in their struggles, “You’re not alone. Look around you. Look at the volunteers. Look at the veterans to your left and your right. Look at everybody supporting you. We get it. “The warrior to your left knows the sound of silence and chaos. The caregiver to your right knows the exhaustion of holding everything together. You do not have to explain yourself here. You don’t have to be strong. You just have to show up, and you already did.” He urged the veterans and their families staying in Bethany Beach this week to “take a breath. Take the next step. Have a conversation. Let the ocean remind you that resilience is not about what you’re facing. “Let the community around you support you, and let this week remind you that you’re still here, you’re still fighting. “You carry scars most of us will never see,” Pezzuto said. “You still stand. You stand, and you lead. You show the rest of us what strength really is.”
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Events Continued from page A4 ceed along Route 54 toward the Freeman Arts Pavilion. The parade is in honor of wounded service members and their families participating in Operation SEAs the Day’s Warrior Family Beach Week. Residents and visitors are being encouraged to line the streets, hold American flags and offer a heroes’ welcome. The families, who have spent the week in the Bethany Beach area in homes whose use was donated by local homeowners, will board their buses at Sea Colony for the 4:30 p.m. parade start. They will be escorted south on Coastal Highway to Route 54, turning west there. The families will be accompanied by local first-responders and officials for the length of the parade, which ends at the Bayside community and the Freeman Arts Pavilion there,
near Selbyville. The public is being encouraged to line the parade route and to bring flags to wave in appreciation of the service members and their families. In Millsboro, the community is being invited to join the Millsboro Police Department for a service at 10 a.m. on Sept. 11 on the front lawn of the police station at 120 W. Railroad Avenue. “The idea was to do something impactful to make sure we honor the day, but something quick so that people working … can stop by, pay tribute to those who died that day and go back to work,” Police Chief David Moyer said. Speakers will include Millsboro Mayor Robert McKee, who, on Sept. 11, 2001, was a Holland Tunnel manager for the Port Authority of New York & New Jersey, and members of the Millsboro Fire Company. A me-
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morial wreath will be placed, “Taps” will be played, and a timeline of Sept. 11 events will be presented. Moyer’s closing comments will include a call to service by volunteering for organizations or helping neighbors. After the Sept. 11 attacks, “The whole nation came together, so I think it’s a good time to come together and [acknowledge] how we are on the same team. We need to start being Americans — not Republicans, not Democrats, but a nationwide community that looks out for each other … just because it’s the right thing to do. … We are all in this together,” Moyer said. Some seating will be available, but most guests will be expected to stand. Downtown parking is available. In Georgetown, CHEER Inc. will mark the 25th anniversary with a ceremony, free and open to the public, at 10 a.m. on Thursday, Sept. 17, at the CHEER Center on Sand Hill Road in
A5 Georgetown. Speakers will include Debra Burlingame, whose brother, Capt. Charles F. “Chic” Burlingame III, was the pilot of American Airlines Flight 77 when it was hijacked and flown into the Pentagon; Claudia Matteo, a survivor who was an IBM project manager for American Express, on the 25th floor of 3 World Financial Center, a building connected to the World Trade Center’s South Tower; and Tom Lombardo, an American Airlines pilot for 39 years and Burlingame’s friend. The speakers will answer questions afterward. “Sept. 11 remains a defining moment in American history. Twenty-five years later, CHEER invites the public to come together to honor the strength, unity and courage that emerged in the face of tragedy,” CHEER Board President and event organizer Walter Koopman said.
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Memories of 9/11 still fresh for Renda
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Tom Renda stands in front of the Reflecting Pool at the 9/11 Memorial in New York City in his dress uniform. Renda attended dozens of funerals of those who perished in the World Trade Center towers and assisted with the work that had to be done at the site following the attacks. By Kerin Magill Staff Reporter On Sept. 11, 2001, Tom Renda was at home on Long Island, recovering from a burn he’d suffered while fighting a fire with his Fire Department of New York (FDNY) unit two weeks earlier. “I had hot tar drip down the back of my neck. I had a half-dollar-sized burn,” Renda said. “So I was out on medical leave, technically, on 9/11.” Because of his medical status, he
said, “When it happened, my wife knew I was safe. She was bowling,” as she did every Tuesday morning. His time off to recover ended when two highjacked jets struck the World Trade Center. “They did a total recall once the two planes hit,” he said, meaning that everyone was to report to their stations, regardless of vacation or other leave status. Renda was working at Engine 332 Ladder 175 Station in Brooklyn at the time.
“We basically lived through the whole ordeal,” Renda said of himself and his wife, Jan, who at the time was a nurse working in a New York hospital. “Going to funerals. Working down at the pile. A whole bunch of different things.” He was quickly assigned to check in firefighters as they arrived for duty at Ground Zero. “They were going on city buses down to Ground Zero. I registered the 40 people that were going on that bus, with their name, their company, their emergency contact information. We had a whole spreadsheet that we had to fill out. “I did two buses of that,” Renda said. By about 5:30 p.m., “They came out and gave us all the bad news. The chief of the department was dead. The first deputy fire commissioner was dead. All of this stuff… all of this bad news.” The person making the announcement, Renda said, told those at the site, simply, “‘It’s bad. It’s bad down there, guys. It’s really bad.’ By then, we knew… both towers had collapsed. There were no good reports on the news.” He recalled the “eerie” feeling of driving to work on the highways around the city. “They had shut down the parkways. You had to show a badge or an ID to get on the parkways. “All the cops, firemen, EMS, going through, honking at each other, like, ‘Be safe, be safe,’” he said. By about 8 p.m., the fire companies had stopped sending in personnel for the night. “They had more than they could handle down there,” Renda said. “The chief relieved us and said, ‘Everybody’s gotta go home, because we’re in this for the long haul.’” Two days later, medical clearance in hand, Renda was dispatched to Ground Zero. “You would work the day tour at Ground Zero,” he said of the eight-hour shift. “You would then come back and work the night tour,” another eight
hours, in the firehouse. “Every day you weren’t working, you would be going to funerals,” he said. “You were basically either going to [Ground Zero] or you were going to funerals.” It was a schedule that continued for weeks. “That was from October through February.” During those months, he said, the days of the week meant nothing. “It didn’t matter if it was a Saturday, a Sunday or a Monday,” Renda said. “Christmas that year, every night I was home, we would open a present because we knew” Christmas itself would just be another day in the continuing cycle of days. One of his most searing memories, Renda said, was “seeing the dogs… the K-9 dogs and the cadaver dogs being carried off the pile with their paws smoking.” “When you see dogs’ paws smoking and the handler carrying the dog… and he can barely carry the dog because he’s breathing in so much stuff at that point… You have no idea what it is to help that guy… that companion and his K-9, to do that.” “It was days later ’til they got respirators and N95 masks,” Renda recalled. “We had to do the right thing and show up… be there… We’d go to two funerals a day,” Renda recalled. “Different things that we just had to do.” The day and its aftermath, Renda said, “will never go away” for him. “I’ll never forget it.” His biggest takeaway, however, reveals the dedication he and his fellow first-responders have to their mission: “Even after 9/11, I could honestly say, being a New York City firefighter, if you told me there was going to be another 9/11, I would still take the job again.” He said that, although firefighters constantly train for different scenarios, “There’s no training for what happened on 9/11. We just did what we had to do at the time and moved on.” See RENDA page A9
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Candidates Continued from page A1 with voting taking place from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Early voting is also available from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., through Sept. 13. Locations include voters’ choice of the Roxana Volunteer Fire Company fire hall, Millville Community Center, Indian River Fire Company Station #2, Department of Elections’ Georgetown warehouse and more. (A full list of Sussex County locations is at https://elections.delaware.gov and on A20.) Absentee voting is permitted for anyone who cannot get to the polls due to work, school, religion, vacation, caregiving, illness or disability. In order to receive a 2026 absentee ballot, voters must first file an Absentee Ballot Application with the Department of Elections office in their home county. After that, completed ballots must be returned to the election office by the end of Election Day, Sept. 15, at 8 p.m. The user-friendly website voter information website is at https://ivote.de.gov, and people can learn more at the Department of Elections, Sussex County office, 119 N. Race Street, P.O. Box 457, Georgetown, which can be reached by phone at (302) 856-5367 or email at votesc@delaware.gov. Coastal Point’s tradition with every local election is to invite candidates to
answer a questionnaire to inform voters. In order to give candidates the last word, we will not publish letters-to-theeditor regarding the primary election this week.
John Atkins Q. Tell us about your background, and why you seek a position in the Delaware General Assembly this year. J.A.: I am a lifelong Sussex Countian and proud Sussex Central graduate. As a small businessman, I understand the need to balance a budget, meet payroll and deal with state government. I previously served for over a decade in the State House representing the 41st District. I seek the position again because I was well-known for providing excellent constituent service. Folks even continue to contact me to this day when they experience problems with the state bureaucracy. I enjoy helping people and take pride in being visible, responsive and achieving results for citizens in need. Q. How do you differentiate yourself from the other candidates? J.A.: I have the most experience of the three candidates seeking this office. The 41st District cannot afford someone taking a few years figuring out how the State House operates. During my decade plus of service in Dover, I was able to secure major funding for our communities’ needs and requests. I un-
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derstand the committee system and had the honor of being chair or vice-chair of the Agriculture, Natural Resources, Veterans Affairs, Public Safety and Corrections committees. I worked very hard with my former colleagues to get the State Veterans Home located in downstate Delaware. Q. What is your perception of serving as a Republican in a General Assembly that is majority Democrat, and how will you advocate for all voters in the 41st District? J.A.: It is critically important to maintain local control over issues and not have extreme liberal views from Wilmington representatives imposed upon Sussex County citizens. I will faithfully represent the need to keep state spending under control, protect Second Amendment rights, and prevent DNREC and other agencies from hindering our agriculture community, I am always open to seeking the views of all citizens by attending civic association and neighborhood meetings, as well as holding my own regular coffee meetings across the district. Q. What are the 41st District’s biggest challenges for the next few years, and how will you address them? J.A.: The Farmland Preservation Program has not been adequately funded and needs to be properly supported. I created the Young Farmers Program many years back, and it has allowed 42 young farmers to preserve 3,420 acres of farmland at a cost of $10
million. I would like to encourage a county partnership to slow development and hold national developers accountable. Also, state budgets the last few years have increased in the 7-9 percent range. Those annual budget increases are not sustainable on a regular basis, and I will work to be a voice for fiscal discipline in Dover, because that reflects the feedback I hear from citizens in Sussex County. Q. Why should voters cast their ballot for you in the Sept. 15 primary election? J.A.: I have worked diligently to be an active community leader deeply rooted in the 41st District. I have a strong track record of supporting the towns of Millsboro, Dagsboro, Frankford, Selbyville, Gumboro and Roxana. I was proud to be endorsed by nearly two dozen state, county, local and community leaders in this race. I am “only a phone call away” and will continue to be a truly accessible elected official. I would be honored to have your vote in the primary election. Thank you for your consideration.
Doug Conaway Q. Tell us about your background, and why you seek a position in the Delaware General Assembly this year. D.C.: I am a Laurel native, Army combat veteran, retired command ser-
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speaks for itself, in training and educating 360,000 troops globally. My unique perspective will ensure everyone’s voice is heard, while achieving positive results. Successful leadership occurs when incorporating people into the decisionmaking process to ensure sensible and constructive outcomes that are sustainable for all. Q. What are the 41st District’s biggest challenges for the next few years, and how will you address them? D.C.: Growth, the lack of infrastructure, limited medical access, diminished education, cost of living for the average worker, along with a recent legislative bill that nullifies the local decisionmaking process, censoring the voice of the people. I will work diligently with DelDOT, engage with medical committees, and continue discussions with local schools and parents to ensure the best resolutions for Sussex County and the constituency as a whole. Q. Why should voters cast their ballot for you in the Sept. 15 primary election? D.C.: In speaking to the constituents of the 41st District, I have not asked anyone to vote for me, but rather I have asked them to research every candidate and select the candidate who best aligns with their core values. My history of professionalism, responsibility, honesty, integrity and service to our nation speaks for itself. If I best align with your values, thank you for your vote, and if I do not, I will still listen and represent you equally when in office.
Continued from page A7 geant major with a BS in public administration. A Christian with a lifelong commitment to faith, volunteerism and a champion for our community has been my moral compass my entire life. My small family-operated business helps young families realize their dreams with a donation annually of a home at cost. After 27 years of military service and being an entrepreneur, I felt the need to step forward and serve our community again, bringing my unique knowledge and worldwide experience in getting the job accomplished. Q. How do you differentiate yourself from the other candidates? D.C.: What makes me uniquely qualified is 25 years of leadership experience which began with three soldiers and ended with representing more than 326,000 soldiers globally. The military taught me to focus on getting the mission accomplished, no matter the political affiliation, ethnicity or religious background of our troops. This is how I will always represent our community, working across the aisle to solve complex issues for all the people of the 41st District. Q. What is your perception of serving as a Republican in a General Assembly that is majority Democrat, and how will you advocate for all voters in the 41st District? D.C.: My history and experience
Jacki Slonin Q. Tell us about your background, and why you seek a position in the Delaware General Assembly this year. J.S.: I was born and raised in Sussex County and attended Indian River High School and earned my degree in criminal justice from Delaware Technical Community College. My professional background is diverse, including nearly two decades in marketing and advertising, management, real estate management, radio/TV and more than eight years as a small nontraditional online business owner. I am seeking a seat in the Delaware General Assembly because I believe our community needs representation that reflects where we are today and where we are headed in a more proactive way. Our district has changed tremendously, and the challenges facing our families, seniors, businesses and communities require someone willing to research the issues, communicate effectively, listen to the people directly affected and work with people on both sides of the aisle to find practical solutions. I am not a career politician, and I believe that is one of my strengths. I bring real-world experience, a willingness to ask difficult questions and a proactive approach to problem-solving. I am running to make sure the people of the 41st District, that also includes myself, have an accessible, trustworthy, accountable voice in Dover — one focused not on political division, but on our community and its future. Q. How do you differentiate yourself from the other candidates? J.S.: What differentiates me starts with who I am, what I bring to the table, and how I approach problems. I am a woman stepping forward with a very different professional background and skill set. I have a degree in criminal justice and nearly two decades of experience in marketing, advertising and communications. I have worked in management, banking, radio/TV, retail and real estate management, as well as working in many local restaurant businesses throughout my years. I have spent more than eight years running my own nontraditional online business. That combination has taught me how to research, communicate effectively, manage responsibility, work with very different personalities, solve problems and be accountable for results. I also bring a different mindset. I am naturally proactive. When I see a problem, my instinct is not to wait until it gets worse or until someone else addresses it. I start asking questions: Why is this happening? Who needs to be involved? What haven’t we tried? What can we do now to prevent a larger problem later? I believe experience comes in many forms. Holding elected office is one type of experience, but it is not the only See CANDIDATES page A10
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Renda Continued from page A6 Renda estimated that in the months following the attacks, he went to two funerals a day, three days a week. “Probably 75, 80 funerals we went to,” he said. There were so many firefighters’ funerals between September of 2001 and February of 2002, he said, “What they would do is they would scatter them, so one would be at 10 and one would be at like 12 o’clock. So what would happen is we would line up in the street at 10 o’clock, then you would get on a bus and they would drive the bus to the other funeral.” The firefighters made sure to be at the funeral sites before the families arrived. Then, the bus would take them to the next funeral, so they would be there for another family. “Then you were there when the first
Coastal Point family came out of church, and then they would bus you back to the second one.” Firefighters were issued second dress uniforms so they would always have a clean one for the next round of funerals, he said. “It was really intense.” He recalled making a visit to Ground Zero that December with relatives, including an uncle who had driven from Texas because, the uncle said, “I have to see it.” At the site, he met another firefighter from a nearby company, who took the group to the roof of Engine 10, Ladder 10, the closest station to what had been the World Trade Center.
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“It was still smoking,” three months after the attacks, Renda recalled. The friend took a group photo, which Renda called “priceless,” partly because both of his parents, now deceased, were in it. “It was a moment in time,” he said. Renda said he still has glass particles in the right lower lobe of his right lung from his time working at Ground Zero. He retired from the FDNY 10 years ago, at 50. On 9/11, 343 firefighters died, and in the 25 years since, 600 more have died from injuries or illnesses caused by their work at the site. Post-retirement, the Rendas built a home in the Salt Pond community
‘Every day you weren’t working, you were going to funerals. ... That was from October through February.’ — Tom Renda
near Bethany Beach. Renda now volunteers as a driver for Beebe Healthcare’s mobile unit. He is also a member of Mason Dixon VFW Post 7234 and the Knights of Columbus at St. Ann’s Catholic Church in Bethany Beach. He said he will attend a special Mass at the church on Friday, Sept. 11. “I will be there in my uniform,” he said. After that, Renda said, he plans to attend a remembrance ceremony at the Bethany Beach boardwalk. Later, he plans to be at Bayside, in his capacity as a board member for Operation SEAs the Day, selling merchandise ahead of the Welcome Parade for wounded post 9/11 veterans and their families that ends there around 5 p.m. Once he’s changed back into his FDNY uniform, Renda will close out the day of remembrance as a special participant in the Operation SEAs the Day parade.
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Candidates Continued from page A8 experience that prepares someone to lead. Business experience matters. Management experience matters. Communication skills matter. Research and critical thinking matter. Life experience matters. And knowing how to work with people who do not always agree with you matters tremendously in government. Every elected official had a first day in office. What matters is what character, skills, judgment, work ethic and perspective they bring through the door on that first day. I am not trying to duplicate what has already been done. I am stepping forward because I believe the 41st District can benefit from a different kind of experience, a different perspective and a proactive approach focused on where our community is going, not simply where it has been. Q. What is your perception of serving as a Republican in a General Assembly that is majority Democrat, and how will you advocate for all voters in the 41st District? J.S.: I view serving as a Republican in a majority-Democrat General Assembly as an opportunity to prove that effective representation does not have to stop at party lines. The reality is that no legislator can accomplish much alone. You have to be willing to communicate, build relationships, find common ground where it exists and also be will-
ing to respectfully stand your ground when it does not. More importantly, putting the right person in the seat that the other side can respect. A representative’s responsibility is to listen to everyone, research the facts, understand how legislation will affect the people back home, and make decisions based on what best serves the district. I have done this through my campaign in speaking with Democrats, Independents and Republicans. On all the major concerns, all sides are in agreement in our district. I would never ask someone their political affiliation before helping them with a problem. Republican, Democrat, Independent or unaffiliated, they are all a part of our community and deserve the same accessibility, respect, communication and representation. My duty would be to represent the 41st District in Dover — not to represent Dover in the 41st District. Q. What are the 41st District’s biggest challenges for the next few years, and how will you address them? J.S.: I believe the 41st District’s biggest challenges over the next few years will be managing growth and infrastructure, keeping the cost of living and energy affordable, improving access to healthcare, supporting our growing senior population, and protecting the safety and quality of life of our communities. Growth itself is not the problem. Growth without preparation is. Roads,
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September 11, 2026 nity member, are not having to drive to other neighboring states for healthcare. Smart growth also leans into our emergency services and law enforcement. They can most certainly be overwhelmed at times. More people into our area can also be more problems. We have to proactively look at the reality of expansion and what they need. They need to be at the table with us to be able to help them. Most importantly, I don’t believe we should wait until these challenges become crises before addressing them. The 41st District needs proactive representation that listens to the community, researches the issues, brings the right people to the table and works toward practical solutions before today’s concerns become tomorrow’s emergencies. We all deserve this. Q. Why should voters cast their ballot for you in the Sept. 15 primary election? J.S.: I bring a combination of professional experience, life experience and a mindset that I believe translates directly into effective representation. My background in criminal justice, management, small business ownership, real estate management, marketing, advertising and communications has taught me how to research, listen, communicate effectively, manage responsibility, work with different personalities and, most importantly, solve problems.
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Ocean View P&Z to discuss Dunkin’ proposal By Susan Canfora Staff Reporter The Ocean View Planning & Zoning Commission, at its Thursday, Sept. 17, meeting, is expected to review the preliminary plan for a proposed new Dunkin’ with drive-through at 95-101 Atlantic Avenue (Route 26). The meeting will be at 4 p.m. at Ocean View Town Hall. At the June meeting, P&Z members listened to several comments from residents — all objections — on the request to construct a three-unit brick commercial building that would house Dunkin’. Objectors included Paul Norris, who lives in the area and who this week told the Coastal Point that he remains “very concerned that vehicles stacked in the left-turn lane waiting to turn into the proposed drive through will impede
Candidates Continued from page A10 But experience isn’t measured only by the number of years someone has held elected office. Experience comes from building a career, running a business, managing people and responsibilities, navigating challenges, making difficult decisions and understanding what everyday people face. Those experiences
emergency vehicles that need that lane to bypass jammed eastbound Route 26 traffic as they respond to ambulance, fire and police calls anywhere east of Lord Baltimore Elementary. At some point, our officials and commissioners have to stop saying there is nothing they can do about worsening and dangerous Route 26 congestion and say no to proposals that will exacerbate an already dangerous situation,” he said. At the June meeting, Norris was among several residents expressing concerns ranging from traffic congestion to the smell of exhaust fumes from cars to noise from the speaker in the drivethrough. A resident urged commission members to “realize Ocean View has always been this cozy little town, and that’s why most of the people moved here.” “We are changing our cozy little
town into something different that not everybody wants,” he said. Saying that he has always been impressed there is no McDonald’s, Wendy’s, Taco Bell or other fast-food franchise in Ocean View, a resident asked, “So why are we getting a Dunkin?” Ocean View resident Margaret Yonkos — who had previously told the Coastal Point that she and her husband own a home on Columbia Avenue in the Cottages at White’s Creek and that their home is “within 200 yards of this proposed redevelopment” — listed several reasons they object, including not yet having a traffic study for the proposal. “It is unclear how Ocean View can responsibly understand the impacts that
have shaped the perspective I would bring to Dover. I have also always been proactive by nature. When I see a problem, I don’t wait for it to become a crisis before asking questions and looking for solutions. I want to understand why something is happening, who needs to be at the table and what can be done differently moving forward. Ultimately, I want to serve in a way that makes our community proud, not
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clapboard buildings that have been creatively readapted into small businesses. We are concerned about the impact of a national franchise on our local businesses, such as Drifting Grounds and Morning Buns,” Yonkos wrote in the e-mail. An engineer from Parker & Associates in Salisbury, Md., representing the property owner — Nistazos Holdings based in Ocean City, Md. — said those opposed to the proposed business want a traffic study, but Route 26 is a state road and DelDOT determines whether a traffic study is required. He said DelDOT provided information stating there are now 149 peak trips on that road on a busy Saturday and if the new building is approved, there would be 166. “We are not increasing the trips. We would be adding 17 cars on a Saturday afternoon,” he told commissioners, adding that, in his opinion, a traffic study “would really do no good.” He told the commission the project is “an upgrade for this property.” “What is there today is charming but a menagerie of uses that has grown over time. There is a shopping center that maybe used to be a house, that was added onto a few times and is just stuck there. There is a garden center with plastic tents and poles. It looks like a pop-up that has grown as time has gone on. You have a barbecue joint. That makes three sites, and we are proposing reconsolidating the property, redeveloping it, to a single building,” he said, describing the proposed architecture as “a coastal feel, brick, cedar coloring.” He said the back of the proposed building will be attractive, with just doors, a sidewalk and drive-through lane visible. He said the three unrestricted access points there now would be reduced to one full access point and one point to get drivers out of the drive-through. Landscaping would be in the front and, as DelDOT requested, there would be a deceleration lane. During the June meeting, P&Z members reminded those in attendance that they were reviewing the site plan for an already-approved use. In April, the Town’s Board of Adjustment had approved Nistazos Holdings’ request for a variance from the 50 percent maximum coverage of lot area and variance from the 15-foot screening requirement across the frontage of Atlantic Avenue for the coffee shop. Also at the June meeting, a P&Z member asked if any agency — such as FEMA — could stop Dunkin’ from coming to Ocean View, perhaps over concerns about building on wetlands. But the commission’s legal counsel said it was doubtful, although the layout could be required to be changed. He said the “time to cause this not to happen” would have been at that April meeting of the Board of Adjustment.
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Let’s all pull together for this special parade On Friday, Sept. 11, the 25th anniversary of one of the most consequential days in our young nation’s history, members of the community will have a chance to both remember the sacrifices made that day and honor some of the people who responded by putting themselves in harm’s way to protect fellow Americans. Operation SEAs the Day, an event that honors veterans and their families with vacations here along our beaches, will have its annual parade to celebrate these families and to pay homage to the sacrifices they made for the rest of us. The families will board buses at the Marketplace at Sea Colony for the 4:30 p.m. start. They will then be escorted south on Route 1 and turn west on Route 54. They will be accompanied by local first-responders and officials as they make their way to the Freeman Arts Pavilion for a special concert.
Now, here’s how you can help. Be loud. Be proud. And show up along the route to wave flags and show appreciation. Many of these veterans willingly put their signatures on the line after the events of 9/11 in an effort to serve their nation. Some were injured. All sacrificed. And that includes the families who were left behind, or who have come since and shown support to their veterans. It is an opportunity to get out and pay homage to actual heroes, both the ones who went overseas to face our enemies, and those first-responders, who will be serving as escorts for the parade, on top of all the thankless, selfless acts they commit every day here on our behalf. Let’s make this a parade unlike any other this community has thrown for our heroes. Let’s show our support.
A quarter century of a whole new world For those of us of a certain age, the realization that this would be the 25th anniversary of the horrific events of 9/11 was jarring, to say the least. Yes, time does indeed have a propensity to sneak up on us, and what oftentimes seems like just yesterday actually took place much longer ago. But it’s not just the “time flies”element that grabs us by the scruff of our neck on this somber anniversary, it’s the fact that it’s been a quarter-century since those planes cut through the sanctity of our perceived safety, and we have never gotten back to whence we were. Americans have long felt secure. Oh, we knew there were bad guys around the world, and that people from different regions of the planet wanted to commit harm against us, but we had “The Machine”in our corner. You know, the greatest military the world had ever seen, intelligence services that were the envy of every other nation and a long list of allies who were always sharing information with us that would keep our people safe. We were genuinely care-free, and while we knew horrible things were happening Darin J. McCann elsewhere, we just kept dancing to “Bootylicious”throughout that summer of 2001, and we were riding the highs of a couple of decades of feeling impervious to the horrors that were afflicting other parts of the globe. And then... it changed. Everything. All in one morning of terror, violence and loss. Innocent people busy at work. First-responders just trying to give help to fellow human beings. We all watched the nightmare unfold on television, and we all turned to each other — what we were searching for might not have been clear at that point, but we just knew in our souls that we needed each other. In the days that followed, we understood that we were all in this thing together. It mattered not what political party we aligned with, or socio-economic group we fit in, or anything like that. We were all in mourning over the loss of nearly 3,000 people, gut-ravaged over watching human beings desperately search for their loved ones and terrified that the next attack was coming imminently. It wasn’t a matter of if that next attack would come, we were all just certain it was coming at any moment. And then another. And another. It was scary. And sad. And infuriating. And confusing.The days that followed showed a unity amongst us that I had never seen before, or since. And while we waved our flags and sang patriotic songs together at events, it also felt that the unity we were feeling was one of
shared trauma. We were a support group of more than 300 million people, brought together by the cowardly, despicable act of mass murder committed by the lowest form of creature on the planet — the one who finds a justification for the killing of innocents. When I was a kid, there were always conversations around us by the adults sharing where they were or what they were doing when JFK was shot. Or the moon landing. And 9/11 has now become that marker for people who were around then. I was sitting at my desk at the Delaware Wave for a regular Tuesday deadline.The paper went to press at 1 p.m. back then, and Tuesday mornings at the office were a dizzying combination of ad reps locking down their ad copy, reporters finalizing their stories and me filling the air with a steady torrent of obscenities and threats. You know — all good things. Someone in the office said a plane hit one of the Twin Towers, and I mentally chalked it up to a terrible accident as I continued working.The second plane hit, and we all knew something awful was happening.The sound of radios being played filled our office while the ad team huddled around a tiny television in their part of the building. News came of the Pentagon being hit. And another plane crashing in Pennsylvania. We did what we could, sent the paper off and ran home to be with our families and follow what was happening.The next morning, on zero sleep, I made my way back to work, and smiled at the flags I saw and the patriotic marquees outside of local businesses and churches. It was the start of our healing, but also the start of a new day. And it was a new day. It was the first day of a new reality when we all felt American, but we all also looked a little side-eyed at everyone who didn’t “appear”to be American. We gave up a few of our rights so the government would have more tools at their disposal to monitor people’s actions. We became “blood-thirsty”in our quest for revenge, and I remember a Marine buddy of mine saying he wanted to turn the Middle East’s desert sand into glass. And I agreed with him. It is so important that we never forget what took place that awful day and the senseless loss of life that came with it. It’s critical that we remember those who fell, as they were no different than the rest of us — just some folks trying to navigate through life. We mourn them, and we mourn the loss of innocence that came with their loss.
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Letters Reader reflects on Sept. 11 memories Editor: This Sept. 11, 2026, will be 25 years since our world changed forever. Ask anyone, and they will be able to tell you exactly where and what they were doing on that fateful day. After those tragic events of Sept. 11, 2001, we promised that we would never forget. I will always remember that day. On Sept. 11, 2001, I was the principal of Nativity Parish School in Leawood, Kan. It was a crisp, autumn day with barely a cloud in the blue sky. We had just prayed at Mass for the people involved in a single plane crash in New York City and had no idea what was to unfold on that tragic day. As we stopped for a short recess after Mass, we noticed what appeared to be a perfect ring of smoke or a halo directly above the church. Upon entering the school, it soon became clear that we were facing something that we had never faced before. Our job to protect and nurture the children in our care was never clearer. Despite the
beautiful weather, no outdoor recesses were allowed, and school proceeded normally. In my 41 years in education, I have never been prouder of a teaching staff than I was on that day. Despite having their own children traveling for work by air or attending school out of state, they never wavered in their duty to calmly keep this tragedy from the children to avoid panic, fear and misunderstanding, while allowing their parents to discuss it with them first when they returned to their homes at the end of the day. At dismissal time, we sent home with every student a picture of the “halo” over the church with a comforting Bible verse, knowing full well that life as we know it was going to change forever. When the children returned to school on Sept. 12, 2001, we talked about their fears, prayed and concentrated on hope for the future. Please pray today for the victims, their families and for peace in our world. Michael Cullinan Ocean View
Reader urges attendance at hearing Editor: I’d like to thank Coastal Point for its continuing coverage of the proposed redevelopment of 95-101 Atlantic Avenue, otherwise known as the parcel along Route 26 in Ocean View that is currently home to a furniture store, a jewelry store, a produce stand and Charlie K’s BBQ. Ocean View’s Planning & Zoning Commission has scheduled a review of the preliminary development plan for 4 p.m. on Sept. 17, 2026, at the Ocean View Community Center located in John West Park at 32 West Avenue in Ocean View. I plan to attend, and I’m hoping I can convince you to as well! I am concerned that the proposed drive-through will significantly alter traffic flow into and out of this property — and specifically that eastbound traffic attempting to turn into the drive-through will create a dangerous situation by congesting the left-turn lane on Route 26.
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One of the first things that those who travel Route 26 regularly learn is that eastbound traffic on Route 26 regularly backs up from the Millville VFD house all the way to Bethany. This leaves the left-turn lane on Route 26 as the only viable option for emergency responders from Millville VFD to bypass stalled Route 26 traffic when they need to get to calls east of Lord Baltimore Elementary. Although a traffic engineer hired by the developer said in a prior hearing that the proposed drive-through (plus four other new commercial units that will also be on the property) will have a minimal effect on the volume of cars turning into and out of the property, I respectfully disagree. The engineer cited numbers and projections from a national traffic engineers’ manual based on the business types in place versus the proposed five units with drive-through — but no traffic study from DelDOT is being requested as part of the Town’s approval process. Those who pass this property regularly know from their own observation that the existing businesses are lowvolume, despite what averages selected by the engineer from a manual to make his case suggest. I do not object to the property owner’s desire and right to redevelop the property but ask only that he consider a tenant mix that would nix the drive-through and not materially increase the volume of cars turning into and out of the property. If you share my concern about the proposed development’s effect on Millville VFD response times or have other concerns, I’d ask you to attend the Sept. 17, 2026, public hearing and express those concerns to the Commission. If you cannot attend, the meeting notice also states that written comments can be submitted prior to the hearing to Ocean View Director of Planning, Zoning & Development Kenneth Cimino at kcimino@oceanviewde.gov. I’d also encourage you to voice your concerns and questions to Ocean View’s Mayor and Town Council through the contact information published on the Town’s website at www.oceanviewde.gov/towncouncil. Thanks for reading and for your interest in a project that will affect everyone along Route 26. Paul Norris Ocean View
Reader believes ‘trees work’ Editor: As Delaware’s coastal communities face intensifying storms, rising tides See LETTERS page A16
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Letters Continued from page A14 and overburdened drainage systems, many residents are asking what can be done — and what it will cost. The answer may already be growing quietly along our streets and back yards. Trees are among the most effective, most cost-efficient and most underutilized stormwater management tools available. It is time we begin treating them as critical public infrastructure. A 2023 meta-analysis of 92 peerreviewed studies found that trees provide the strongest runoff protection of any land use, outperforming grass, bare soil and other vegetation across climate zones. Trees reduce stormwater through canopy interception, evapotranspiration and root infiltration — capturing rainfall before it hits the ground, returning water to the atmosphere, and increasing soil permeability
September 11, 2026 so water moves downward instead of flooding streets and drains. Another 2023 review identified traits that maximize these benefits — high leaf area index, dense crowns and multi-leader canopies — giving planners guidance for selecting effective species. A paired-catchment study further quantified these effects: a single street tree retained an average of 1,684 gallons of stormwater per growing season, measured by documenting increased runoff after trees were removed across 42 storm events. Trees are also a fiscal bargain. Engineered stormwater systems — bioretention cells, detention basins, underground cisterns — carry high capital and maintenance costs. A 2024 modeling study using the SWMMCanopy framework found that street trees deliver more runoff reduction per dollar spent than bioretention facilities; in one case, achieving a 1 percent reduction in annual runoff required $3.4 million less investment in trees than in bioretention units. The U.S. EPA notes that trees reduce stormwater entering combined sewer systems, lower treatment costs and can defer or eliminate the need for expensive pipe expansion. Municipalities nationwide use the USDA Forest Service’s i-Tree tools to quantify these savings. For fast-growing coastal towns, these avoided costs matter: every gallon kept out of the drainage system reduces strain on aging infrastructure and stretches limited municipal budgets. And while some suggest replacing downed mature trees with saplings, young trees cannot replicate the water-retaining roots or soil-stabilizing capacity of mature canopy trees. The benefits extend well beyond flood mitigation. Trees cool neighborhoods, filter pollutants, provide wildlife habitat, improve air quality and raise property values. Yet the Delaware Forest Service estimates that Sussex County has lost about 43,000 acres of woodland over the past 25 years — about 67 square miles. Coastal communities facing saltwater intrusion, heavier rainfall, and increased flooding cannot afford to keep losing trees faster than we plant them. I urge local planners, county officials and state legislators to treat tree preservation and strategic planting as front-line stormwater management: protect mature trees, set canopy goals in comprehensive plans and invest in community planting programs. Residents can help by planting native trees, supporting local tree commissions and speaking up when mature trees are threatened. The evidence is clear: trees work — and they work better than almost anything else we can build. Cheryl Winston Millsboro
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Obituaries Michael Joseph ‘Joe’ McNerney, 92 Michael Joseph “Joe” McNerney, 92, ran joyfully into the arms of a loving God on Aug. 31, 2026. He was born in Harlem, N.Y., and grew up in a tenement house in the Yorkville section of Manhattan, N.Y. He played stickball and stoopball in the streets with friends who stayed connected over many decades. He was not athletic, but he was innately charming and infectiously optimistic — traits that served him well as a lifelong salesman. He sold Fuller Brushes door-todoor and then traveled to more than 40 states in the 1950s and 1960s, selling an innovative tire repair kit to car repair shops. It was during that time that he met his future wife, an Eastern Airlines stewardess, when she spilled coffee on him during a flight. Their first date was at the Grand Ole Opry in Nashville, Tenn., and they dated by meeting in cities around the country. McNerney struggled with drinking and gambling early in his life. The first person to see their newborn baby, Michael, was their neighborhood butcher/bookie in Rockaway, N.Y. Michael, at 2, learned to walk in
a bar at the Aqueduct Racetrack. McNerney gave up gambling and had his last drink in 1972. Dozens of people helped him in his life, including through a couple of fellowship groups, and he, in turn, helped many others. He would get out of his car to talk with someone struggling or to break up a fight. He was constantly on the phone with family and friends or with real estate clients, and he was deeply embedded in his community in Rockaway and, later, in Bethany Beach, Del. He was a devoted lifelong Catholic and Notre Dame fan but was ecumenical in his outlook… except for football. It would be hard to find a more inclusive, encouraging, relationship-focused person. Although his real estate business didn’t make a lot of money, he once paid for a huge “McNerney Realty” billboard, prompting a little boy to tell him, “You must be the richest man in town.” He was. McNerney was a devoted husband to Marylou McNerney for 62 years. He was a brother to Mary and Betty; father to Michael; father-in-law to Kathryn; grandfather to Kevin, See OBITS page A27
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Voting Requirements • Only Delaware voters registered with the Democratic and Republican parties may vote in their party’s primary election. • Voter Registration Deadlines for Primary Election: • Friday, May 29, 2026 - Party Change Deadline for existing Delaware voters to change their party affiliation to Democratic to vote in Delaware’s Democratic Party Primary Election and for existing Delaware voters to change their party affiliation to Republican to vote in Delaware’s Republican Party Primary Election • Saturday, August 22, 2026 - Deadline for new voters to register to vote in order to vote in the Primary Election. New voters must be affiliated with the Democratic Party or the Republican Party to vote in the respective primary. • Special Notice Regarding Voters Who Were Automatically Registered to Vote at DMV (AVR Voters): Voters who were automatically registered to vote through the DMV ("AVR voters") were not given the opportunity to select a political party affiliation at the time of registration. As a result, AVR voters who have not already chosen to affiliate with a party may complete and submit a form to designate their party affiliation as Democratic or Republican at any time up to and including on September 15, 2026, the date of the Primary Election. The 2026 Primary Election will be the last election in which this AVR party–affiliation provision applies. Pursuant to a recent change in Delaware law, individuals registering to vote through the DMV will soon be given the opportunity to select a political party affiliation as part of the voter registration process. • You will be asked to present identification before you vote at your assigned polling place on Primary Election Day. • If you do not present identification, and you are at your assigned polling place on Primary Election Day, Election Officers will verify your voter registration information. When your voter registration is confirmed, you will be permitted to vote after completing an Affidavit of Affirmation of Voter Identity.
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Real EDvice What’s the truth about ‘lowball’ offers? There’s a persistent myth that starting low always saves you money, but there is more to it than that. A belowasking offer can McCoy absolutely be a smart strategy — especially on a home that’s been sitting, is overpriced for the current market or needs work. The key is that the number has to be defensible. The danger with a true lowball is that it can backfire. When an offer comes in far below what a seller believes their home is worth, it doesn’t read as a negotiation — it reads as an insult. Residential real estate can be very emotional, and an offer that feels disrespectful can shut down the conversation entirely. Some sellers won’t even counter, and you’ve lost the property before you started. A better approach is a supported offer. Come in below asking if the data justifies it, but back your number with comparable sales, days on market and condition. That gives the
seller a reason to engage, rather than dig in. The goal isn’t to “win” the first exchange — it’s to open a door that leads to a deal both sides can live with. Leave room to negotiate and give the seller a reason to say yes. Ryan McCoy The Real McCoy Group of Coldwell Banker 302.448.1104 Ryan.McCoy@CBMove.com
A “low-ball offer” generally describes an offer that someone believes is unreasonably low for a property. It describes an offer Schifano that is significantly under the asking price. When a property is new to the market and priced appropriately based on comparable sales, it is unlikely that a low offer will result in a mutually agreeable transaction. There are even times that a seller may also be
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State Farm Agent Billy Reese’s office announced this week that it finished among the Top 100 State Farm Agents, ranking among the top tier of more than 19,000 State Farm agents nationwide for 2025. “This achievement reflects our dedication to serving our customers — and our ongoing commitment to being an active part of the local community,” representatives said. “We’re truly honored to be recognized among State Farm’s top-perform-
ing agents,” said Billy Reese. “We’re grateful for the trust our customers place in us, and we’re equally proud to support the people and organizations that help make our community strong. This recognition belongs to our entire team.” The honor, representatives said, highlights the agency’s focus on helping policyholders protect what matters most through personalized guidance and support for all or a customer’s insurance and financial needs. Billy Reese State Farm has offices in Rehoboth Beach, Dover and Selbyville, serving thousands of households with a full range of services including auto, home, life insurance, wealth and retirement planning. To learn more, visit www.TheReeseAgency.com or call (302) 227-3891.
Real EDvice Continued from page A21 One of the biggest myths in real estate is that a lowball offer is always insulting or a waste of time. A low offer is simply the Saez starting point of a negotiation. While some sellers may reject it immediately, others may respond with a counteroffer, especially if the property has been on the market for an extended period or has had few showings. For buyers, a lowball offer can be a useful strategy, but it should be supported by facts, rather than emotion. Recent comparable sales, the home’s condition, needed repairs and current market trends provide a stronger foundation than simply hoping for a bargain. An unrealistic offer with no justification can discourage a seller from negotiating altogether. For sellers, it’s important not to take a low offer personally. Instead, view it as an opportunity to learn about the buyer’s interest and begin a conversation. A thoughtful counteroffer often leads to a price both parties can accept. The most successful real estate transactions are built on respect, communication and market knowledge — not pride or assumptions. Whether buying or selling, the goal is not to “win” the negotiation but to reach an agreement that meets the needs of both parties. Pierre Saez EXP Realty Coastal Resorts Group (732) 208-2432 Pierre@EXPCoastal.com
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After the Town of Bethany Beach Beach postponed it’s Fourth of July celebration because of bad weather, the town celebrated 125 years with a parade, fireworks and a drone show on Sunday, Sept. 6. The drones flew around creating images and messages in the sky. Be sure to see parade photos on page A26.
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Left, Ron Gray was on hand for the Bethany Beach Independence Day Parade, held this past Sunday because of inclement weather on the fourth.
Bethany Beach holds fourth of July events after weather postponement By Susan Canfora Staff Reporter Late Sunday morning, not long before Bethany Beach’s Independence Day Parade began, Santa Claus, dressed in red shorts and a print shirt, knelt to chat with 5-year-old Niall Roberts of Frankford, who offered an enthusiastic high-five. Nearby, Casper, a Yorkshire terrier, stood in the grass, lapping up a cup of doggie ice cream beside his owner, Fern Cohen of Bethany Beach, as they waited for the parade — postponed from July 4 due to a high-heat advisory — to begin as former mayor Rosemary Hardiman, a parade marshal, joked she loved the job “because I get to tell people where to go.” The mood was festive, the sun was shining, and it was the middle of four days of activities that began with a concert Friday evening and continued with concerts Saturday and Sunday evenings, fireworks and a drone show after the Sunday-evening concert and then the annual Bethany Beach Jazz Funeral late Monday afternoon. “The weekend in Bethany was great,” Mayor Ron Calef told the Coastal Point on Tuesday morning, Sept. 8, adding that Gov. Matt Meyer had arrived on Sunday and walked most of the parade route. “Incredible parade. Nice to have the
governor join us. Unbelievable concerts all three nights. So many attended. The drone show was spectacular. I did not know what to expect, but it wowed. As did our fireworks. Monday night’s Jazz Funeral and lifeguard tribute was also wonderful. Just a spectacular Bethany holiday weekend. And the weather could not have been better,” Calef said. Bethany Beach Events Coordinator Julie Malewski called the weekend “a tremendous success” and said it was “wonderful to see so many people in town celebrating Bethany’s 125th and enjoying the events. With five events over four days, we squeezed in something for everyone. And the beautiful weather was icing on the anniversary cake.” Following the singing of the national anthem, the parade began at noon, with a white convertible with a stars-and-stripes “Mayor of Bethany Beach” sign on the side carrying Calef, who followed parade grand marshal and former town councilman Patrick Sheplee, both leading a procession of vehicles, some with political signs, many with patriotic themes, as well as walkers and military Jeeps with drivers and passengers waving and musicians playing songs including “God Bless America” and “When the Saints Go Marching In.” State Sen. Gerald Hocker and his
wife, Emily — with the senator holding a miniature American flag — were in a bright green golf cart. State Rep. Ron Gray and his wife, Candice, were in another convertible, surrounded by children walking with their parents and parade participants handing out candy from plastic buckets as bubbles drifted in the air. “There is still a lot to look forward to,” Calef said of upcoming events in the town, including Passport to the Past, from noon to 5 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 19. Focusing on the 1920s era, since the town was founded in 1901, it will be held at the Dinker Irvin Museum at 318 Garfield Parkway, once a home, later a post office and “the perfect location for this,” Malewski said. “This is a big year for Bethany Beach, so the Town wanted to continue big ideas while keeping the small-town charm. … The museum brings it all together to celebrate in a fun way,” she said. Co-hosted by the Bethany Beach Cultural & Historical Affairs Committee, the event is designed to be an interactive, flexible, come-and-go experience that “invites guests of all ages to explore the town’s history through seven themed Experience Zones,” Malewski had explained. “Guests will receive a commemorative passport and collect stamps as
they visit each area. The celebration will feature live jazz music by The Red Hot Ramblers, interactive family activities, historical exhibits, storytelling, refreshments and opportunities to discover and celebrate the people and events that have shaped Bethany Beach over the past 125 years.” Details are online at www.townofbethanybeach.com. Guests at the event will receive keepsake passports that will be part guide and part activity book. Guests will “go to different locations and get a stamp, like you would with a passport. It will be a collector’s item. There will be a museum discovery hunt. You can look for items on the pages and go at your own pace throughout the fivehour event. We will use every area of the museum, even outside. There will be old-time games,” Malewski said. A vintage firetruck will be there, as well as old-time photographs, magnets for guests and a reenactor telling stories about life years ago. “There is no formal opening. It is a come-and-go event. Guests can spend an hour or all day. … It is designed to encourage everyone to explore, to participate, to learn, relax and see the museum,” she said, adding that volunteers are needed. “It’s going to be a fabulous event, one for the history books,” Malewski said.
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Ocean View golf instructor, a retired detective, teaches the sport’s beauty By Mike Stern Staff Reporter
shots, and let go of the bad ones as quickly as possible. I tell students to appreciate the beauty of playing golf, because you never know what life will throw at you. Most instructors will tell you the most rewarding part of our sport is having a student who applies your instruction and plays the round of their life, or makes a hole-in-one.” Downes said he takes great pride in trying to inspire players of all skill levels to practice, play and show enthusiasm in order to improve in a sport that can be very difficult at times. “My success in teaching golf for almost 20 years is to stay knowledgeable, keep it simple, and be authentic and positive,” he said. “I started playing golf 50 years ago with my father at the local municipal course in Long Island, N.Y. I played collegiate golf, and I was able to pass the Professional Golf Association ability test in 2007 and 2019.”
For 17 consecutive days, he was right there at Ground Zero. He reported each day to his squad leader in the aftermath of the 9/11 terrorist attacks on Sept. 11, 2001, that claimed more than 2,600 victims in lower Manhattan. And each day, he somehow was able to block out the smoking ruins and the stench of death and destruction to do an improbable job. Ocean View resident Dennis Downes recalls each minute, each hour of the tragic, painstaking work required of him as if it had occurred earlier this week. As a crime scene detective where the Twin Towers once stood, Downes descended on lower Manhattan each day to help recover victims’ remains to be turned over to their loved ones. He said his tenure in law enforcement was, for the most part, exPlaying in the tremely gratifying. Challenge Cup “As a police officer, there was no better feelLast fall, Downes ing than in helping the teamed with Bear Trap community, as well as Head Golf Professional arresting deserving ofMike Rushin to play in fenders,” said Downes, the Challenge Cup at who spent 21 years as a Bayside Resort Golf policeman in New York Club near Selbyville. City before retiring in The competitive golf 2005 as a detective in event was part of a seaNassau County, Long son-long series at Island. “I come from courses from Dover to three generations of ofCoastal Point • Submitted Ocean City, Md. ficers,” he said. “It was “We made it to the hard work, but it was al- Former NYPD police officer and current Ocean View golf instructor Dennis Downes recalls 9/11 with the 25 year anniversary coming up. Downes just retired as assistant golf pro at Bear Trap Dunes. championship round but ways rewarding. fell short,” recalled “But 9/11 was the an office, he is a golf professional Downes. “Being twice the age of greatest tragedy ever imaginable,” will throw at you.” who teaches golf with private inmany competitors, I felt a little like Downes added. “I lost close friends Despite his positive outlook on struction. the main character in the movie at Ground Zero. It brings a tear to life, the memories of 9/11 still reWhile he said he thoroughly en‘Rudy,’” about a Notre Dame student my eye and an overwhelming feeling main fresh for Downs as the 25th joys his time on the golf course, who earned a spot on the football of sadness for all those heroic, lost anniversary of the tragedy apDownes has had to overcome injuries team, against enormous odds. “It was souls. I took from the experience that proaches. and illnesses. He has had eye, back enjoyable to get the opportunity to life is short and you should appreciand shoulder surgeries, and a heart compete in such a prestigious event.” Another career — ate everything God has given you. this one on the course attack and two open heart surgeries Downes recently retired after six I’m no hero, just a dedicated rescue have also slowed his career on the years as an assistant golf pro at Bear worker.” links. Trap, in order to spend more time Downes has been celebrating a Downes said he had a fulfilling “But I always stayed positive and concentrating on his health and his much more relaxing career path since career in law enforcement. pushed forward,” he said. “Things new grandchild. “And I’m having a career in golf as celebrating his 63rd birthday. happen in life, and you must take Instead of going on patrol, workwell,” he added. “I tell my students to things one step at a time. Like I tell appreciate the beauty of playing golf, ing a crime scene, or reading and generating reams of information in my students: Appreciate the good because you never know what life
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Calendar September 10 Baby Bees — Join Frankford Public Library Thursdays at 11 a.m. for a Baby Bees Story Time for children, ages 0 to 3. Stories, songs, and interactive play promote early literacy and engagement with other children in a relaxed setting in the children's room. Registration is not required. Questions, please call us: 302-732-9351. We're on FB @FrankfordPublicLibrary and Instagram @frankfordlibrary. Let’s Play Games: For Adults — Join Frankford Public Library Thursdays at 1 p.m. to play games such as dominoes, Scrabble, and card games. Call 302-7329351 or visit online at frankford.lib.de.us. Find us on FB @FrankfordPublicLibrary and Instagram @frankfordlibrary. Delaware Guidance Services — Delaware Guidance Services will be available at 11 a.m. to share information at the Frankford
Public Library about the mental health and behavioral health resources they provide for children, teens, and families throughout Delaware. Learn about counseling services, psychiatry, family support, school-based services, crisis response, and other community programs. Whether you're seeking information, resources, or support, Delaware Guidance Services can help connect families with the care they need. For more information, please visit https://www.delawareguidance.org/. Teen D&D Club — New, inexperienced, and drop-in players welcome at 4 p.m. at the Frankford Public Library. Experienced DMs will help you learn. Meet once a month and build relationships using teamwork and creativity through role play. Spots are limited, so sign up online now! For ages 1219 only. Players must be signed up to participate. Call 302-732-9351 or visit us online at frankford.lib.de.us. Find us on FB
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September 11 Medicare Options in Retirement — Joseph Cisco, President of CAISE Benefits, and educator with the DE Money School, will discuss different plans and options with Medicare enrollment. Held at South Coastal Library at 10:30 a.m. You will learn about Medicare changes, the difference between observation and admittance, and helping you understand all the letters (A, B, C, and D) and Plans (G, and N). We’ll discuss the time frame for signing up for Medicare, penalties, and the importance of reviewing your prescriptions during Open Enrollment. Sponsored by the Money School, part of the Delaware Community Reinvestment Action Council. Please call or visit their website for possible site/date changes due to building maintenance projects. Free, registration is appreciated and available at southcoastal.lib.de.us or by calling 302858-5518. Walk-ins accepted if space allows. Hosted by the South Coastal Library, 43 Kent Avenue, Bethany Beach, DE 19930 Learn American Mah Jong, Series A — The South Coastal library is offering a free three-part series on the basics of Mah jong taught by local instructor Lisa Stern, held at 1 p.m. At the end of the three lessons (you must attend all three!),
you should have a better understanding of how to play so that you can join a local group in your area. The game requires a commitment to the learning process, a positive attitude, and takes some practice. Each lesson is 2.5-3 hours long so light snacks will be provided, but please feel free to bring a non-alcoholic drink with you. Free, for ages 18-plus. Please call or visit their website for possible site/date changes due to building maintenance projects. Registration is very limited and required by calling 302-858-5518. Walk-ins accepted if space allows. Hosted by the South Coastal Library, 43 Kent Avenue, Bethany Beach, DE 19930. Welcome Walk Guided Tour — The Delaware Botanic Gardens is hosting a Welcome Walk Guided Tour from 10 to 11 a.m. This is free, with admission. Adult Book Club — River Sing Me Home — Frankford Public Library’s Adult Book Group will meet for an informal discussion about a fiction, nonfiction or classic title. In September, we will discuss River Sing Me Home by Eleanor Shearer. River Sing Me Home follows Rachel, a mother escaping slavery in Barbados, as she embarks on a perilous journey across the Caribbean to reunite with her stolen children, exploring freedom, resilience, and maternal love. Copies of the book are available at the Frankford Public Library. Call 302-732-
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Magic, Music & Entertainment! Celebrate America with Autumn Schneider and Friends
Friday, September 11, 7 PM
JOIN Autumn and Kristen as they Celebrate America through Hope and Harmony! Two power house Vocalists and seasoned performers who take songs and stories to the stage with hits, pop classics, Broadway belters and more, intertwined with captivating storytelling and undeniable charm they bring this celebration to life on stage as two dynamic firecrackers bursting with song.
A Night In Vegas - Joe Ferrera
Saturday, September 12, 7 PM
Join Joe Ferrara, as he takes the stage at the renowned Dickens Parlour Theatre on September 12, 2026. Immerse yourself in the glitz and glamour of Vegas through an unforgettable tribute to legends like Frank Sinatra, Sammy Davis Jr., Tom Jones, and more. Joe Ferrara is a seasoned entertainer with an electrifying presence, has honed his skills performing across North America. His commanding vocal style adeptly captures the essence of the iconic legends who once lit up the Vegas Strip.
The Comedy Tonight Show Cisco Hernandez Thursday, September 17, 7 PM
Join us for a special edition of The Comedy Tonight Show on a Thursday Night. We're moving the party inside Flavor Restaurants main dining room to bring you a totally different experience!
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Continuing Events Clubs/Organizations Marines Meet — The First State Detachment of the Marine Corps League meets on the fourth Wednesday of each month at the Dagsboro American Legion Post 24. Any Marines and Navy Corpsmen who have served in the Corps, and live in Sussex County, are welcome to join to meet their fellow veterans and consider joining the organization. Their mission is community service through camaraderie and volunteerism. For more information, call (571) 332-8263. In the Genes — Sponsored by the Lewes Historical Society and the Sussex County Genealogical Society, the Genealogist in Residence program is on the first Saturday of each month from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Reading Room at the Lewes History Museum. Members of the Society will be available to help anyone who has questions
about their family tree. The Lewes Historical Society Archives Family Files will be available for research. For more information, visit them at scgsdelaware.org or historiclewes.org. VIP Meets — VIP is a social group for visually-impaired persons, and meets the first and third Wednesday of each month at the Masterson center at St. Ann Church from 1 to 3 p.m. New members are welcome. For more information, call/text/leave a message at (240) 315-4361. Women’s Civic Club — The Women’s Civic Club of Bethany Beach meets on the second Thursday of the month at Cripple Creek Country Club at 10 a.m. The organization has expanded throughout Sussex County, and has been serving the community since its founding in 1925. The Club is a nonprofit organization, formed in friendship and dedicated to civic and charitable purposes and the education of its members. For more
information, or if you are interested in attending, send an email to patishelen@msn.com. Lord Baltimore Lions Club — The Lord Baltimore Lions Club meets the first and third Wednesday of each month at Bear Trap Dunes. This is a service organization that performs projects in the Sussex County area. For more information, visit them on Facebook, at Lordbaltimorelionsclub.org or by phone at (301) 543-0329. Rotary Meets — Southern Sussex Rotary meets weekly at Doyle’s Restaurant in Selbyville every Thursday at 8 a.m. For more information, call Brendan Crotty at (302) 858-3234 or visit SouthernSussexRotary.org. Lord Baltimore Women’s Club — Organized in 1934, Lord Baltimore Women’s Club (LBWC) is celebrating nearly a century of service to Sussex County. LBWC is a nonprofit organization which meets the third
Monday of every month (September through June) at 11 a.m. at Cripple Creek Golf & Country Club near Dagsboro. Dedicated to helping the local community, LBWC raises funds for education projects in local schools, scholarships for high school students, veteran’s programs and other charitable organizations. It also provides social opportunities to foster friendship, camaraderie and individual enrichment among its members. To learn more about LBWC, visit Lbwclub.com. Bonsai Club — The South Coastal Bonsai Club meets the first Wednesday of each month from 10 a.m. to noon at Inland Bays Garden Center. Writers Guild — The Rehoboth Beach Writers Guild sponsors a weekly two-hour FreeWrite session in the conference room
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Events Continued from page B3 at the Millville Town Hall from 9 to 11 a.m. Participants, 18 and older, of all skill levels can practice creative writing in a friendly and nurturing atmosphere. Attendance is free. For more information, email Lynn Massey at bookmom42@yahoo.com. Legion Auxiliary — The American Legion Auxiliary Unit 24 meets the first Tuesday of each month at 5:30 p.m. If you are a member or interested in joining, please attend. Meetings are held at the American Legion Post 24 in Dagsboro. Women’s Club of Indian River — The Women’s Club of Indian River (WCIR) is a non-profit dedicated to serving the communities in and around the Indian River. WCIR raises funds and volunteers to support local charities, education projects, veterans, women’s empowerment and the environment. It also provides an opportunity for individual enrichment and camaraderie amongst its members. To learn more, contact Lynn at lthomp018@gmail.com. Saltwater Fly Anglers of Delaware — Fly fishermen and women of all ages and skill levels are invited to attend the club’s meetings on the second Wednesday of the month (February through December) at the Rolling Meadows Clubhouse in Lewes at 7 p.m. For more information, and directions, visit sfaod.com. Irish Men Meet — If you are Irish by birth or descent, consider joining The Ancient Order of the Hibernians. They are welcoming new members, and meet on the second Thursday of each month at St. Edmonds Hall in Rehoboth Beach at 6 p.m. For more infor-
mation, visit aoh.com, call or text (516) 770-1822 or email pcurran43@aol.com. Polish American Club — The Polish American Club of Delmarva meets the second Wednesday of each month at Columbus Hall (behind St. Luke’s Church) in Ocean City, Md., from 2 to 4 p.m. For more information, email rwc21tbk@gmail.com. Leathernecks Meet — The Delmarva Leathernecks, a tax-exempt foundation, meets the first Thursday of each month at 11 a.m. at the Residence Inn at 300 Seabay Lane in Ocean City, Md. All veterans and patriots are welcome to join us in serving Delmarva Veteran Charities. A weekly informal breakfast is held at the Frankford diner every Wednesday at 10 a.m. Interested persons can call (410) 422-4811 for more information. Community Club — The Selbyville Community Club is welcoming new members, and meets on the second Thursday of each month from September through May. The club meets at the Selbyville Historical Society located at 11 S. Main St., in Selbyville. Meetings begin at 1 p.m., with social time from 12:30 to 1 p.m. For more information, visit selbyvillecommunityclub.org or email selbyvillewomensclub@gmail.com. Gardeners Meet — Gardeners by the Sea meets the second Friday of every month at Ocean View Presbyterian Church. They gather at noon for refreshments, and the program starts at 1 p.m. All are welcome.
Drop-Ins We the People — "We the People" is an effort put together by Bill Murphy to celebrate patriotism and celebrate the flag, by meeting at the Bethany Beach bandstand every
September 11, 2026 Wednesday at 8:30 a.m. to support the military, law enforcement and firefighters who serve and protect. All are welcome. Adult Time — Adults can stop in the South Coastal Library anytime it’s open to work on jigsaw puzzles, play checkers or color. This is free, and all materials are provided. Book Donations — South Coastal Library only accepts book donations from 2 to 4 p.m. on Tuesdays. There is a list on their website, southcoastal.lib.de.us, of what they do or don’t accept. Teleservice Navigators — The Georgetown Public Library hosts Teleservice Navigators every Monday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and every Tuesday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Get help with virtual resources, such as telehealth appointments, appointments with lawyers and social service appointments using the new Telehealth Kiosk. A Navigator will be at the library to help set up virtual appointments. For more information, call (302) 856-7958, email georgetown.library@lib.de.us or visit the library at 123 W Pine St., Georgetown. La Esperanza in the Library/Biblioteca — The Georgetown Public Library hosts La Esperanza in the Library/Biblioteca every Wednesday from 3:30 to 6 p.m. Déjenos ayudarle a: completar sus papeles, interpretar sus cartas, inscribirse en la escuela, renovar sus documentos, crear una vida major, y mucho más. La Esperanza: (302) 854-9262. Paws for People Reading Time — The Georgetown Public Library hosts Paws for People on the first and third Thursdays of every month from 4 to 5 p.m. Read aloud to a furry, friendly therapy companion to help
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Events Continued from page B4 inspire a love of reading. Offered by Paws for People. Readers of all ages and stages are welcome. Elementary Homeschoolers Program — The Georgetown Public Library hosts its Homeschool Program on the third Tuesday of every month at 1 p.m. Every month, they offer a different activity for elementaryschool-aged children. Socrates Café — Socrates Café is a group of individuals from different backgrounds that discuss philosophical ideas. Meetings are the third Tuesday of each month, from 2 to 3:30 p.m. at the Bethany Beach Christian Church. Everyone is welcome. For more information, call Bonnie at 537-9440, or send an email to bonniejd.rae@gmail.com. Flip Five — American Legion Auxiliary Unit 24 in Dagsboro is hosting Flip Five games on Wednesday nights from 6-8 p.m. Participants must arrive at 6 p.m. to be eligible for the winner-take-all prize. The event is for members and guests only. You must be 18-plus to attend or play. Post 24 kitchen also serves from 4-7 p.m. Proceeds benefit 501(c) charities, with an emphasis on veteran programs and community. Wing Night — American Legion Post 24 in Dagsboro is hosting Wing Night every Thursday at 6:30 p.m. Open to members and guests. Steak & Seafood Night — American Legion Post 24 in Dagsboro is hosting Seafood Night every other Friday from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. Karaoke follows from 7 to 10 p.m. Open to members and guests. Dinner Night — American Legion Post 24 in Dagsboro is hosting dinner every Saturday from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. DJ/Karaoke will perform from 7 to 11 p.m. Open to members and guests. Thrift Shop Open — The Bethel Thrift Shop will be open on Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays, weather permitting, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. They have a large selection of gifts, holiday items, clothing, household wares, toys, books, jewelry and more to benefit the church’s projects. Donations of items are accepted each day they are open. The Thrift Shop is located at 111 Hazzard Street in Dagsboro. All proceeds benefit Bethel Methodist Church of Dagsboro. For more information, call (302) 519-2984. Cash Bingo — Ocean City Elks Lodge 2645 is hosting Cash Bingo every Wednesday, and it is open to the public. Doors open at 5 p.m. and Bingo starts at 6:30 p.m. Food is available from the kitchen before Bingo starts and at intermission. For more information, call (443) 605-5028. All-You-Can-Eat Breakfast — VFW Post 7234 in Ocean View is hosting its popular all-you-can-eat breakfast every Sunday from 8 a.m. to noon. The cost is $15 for adults, and half price for children under 12. This is open to the public, and there are also drink specials on bloody Marys and mimosas. Feed My Sheep — The Feed My Sheep Café is open on Tuesdays from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Hope Center at Mariners Global Methodist Church. Love donations are appreciated. Meals for Ministry — Salem Church is hosting Meals for Ministry every Wednesday from 5 to 7 p.m. This is free, and open to all, dine-in or carry-out. Dinner includes a meal, drink and dessert.
Politics Dems Meet — The 41st Democrat RD meets the third Thursday of every month at Pizza King Restaurant in Millsboro at 6 p.m. This is open to any Democrats. For more information, call Tom Brett at (443) 257-2061. Shore Dems — The Shore Democrats meets at the Den at Bear Trap Dunes clubhouse from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on the third Wednesday of the month. This is a social organization that educates, informs and creates camaraderie among their members through monthly lunch meetings that feature engaging speakers. For more information, visit shoredemocrats.com. Republicans Meet — The 38th District Republican Club meets the first Monday of the month. Social hours begin at 6 p.m., and the meeting starts promptly at 6:30 p.m. Information on the club and meetings can be found at 38thdrcp.com, or through email
at info@38thdrcp.com. Democrats Meet — The 38th Representative District Democratic Committee meets the first Tuesday of every month at 5 p.m. For more information, updates on speakers and meeting locations, visit deldems38.org or email them at Deldems38@gmail.com. Sussex Republicans Meet — The Sussex County Republican Committee meets the second Monday of every month at the Millsboro fire hall. Meetings start promptly at 6:30 p.m. and all are welcome. Information on monthly guest speakers, legislative updates and meeting updates can be found at sussex.gop Democrats Meet — The 4th Representative District Democratic Committee meets the third Tuesday of every month. Social hours begin at 5 p.m., and the meeting starts at 6 p.m. The business meeting is open to all registered Democrats. For more informa-
B5 tion, visit rd4deldems.org. Republican Women Meet — The Sussex County Republican Women’s Club meets on the fourth Wednesday of each month on the second floor of Nicola’s Pizza in Lewes. Check-in begins at 4:45 p.m. for dinner, and the meeting starts at 5:30 p.m. The cost is $40. RSVP by the 15th of each month to info@scrwc.net. The organization educates, informs and creates fellowship with like-minded people. For more information, visit scrwc.net or email them at info@scrwc.net. Republicans Meet — The 41st District Republicans meet the third Monday of the month at the Millsboro police station at 6:30 p.m. These meetings are open to all Republicans.
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Fitness/Health/Dance Tuning Up the Temple — Mariners Bethel GMC hosts “Tuning Up the Temple” exercise/fitness classes on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, from 8:30 to 9:45 a.m. at The Hope Center. The classes are session-based, not drop-in, so contact Carol Lynch at (302) 745-8237 or cklynch03@gmail.com for more details on these classes. Yoga Classes — Mariners Bethel GMC hosts yoga classes at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesdays in the Armor Room, upstairs in the church building, with Heather Murphy. Yoga is also offered on Saturday at 9:30 a.m. with Micole Linehan. The drop-in fee for yoga is $10. Classes are open to the community and all are welcome. Zumba Class — Mariners Bethel Church is holding a zumba exercise class in the Hope Center gym every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 10 a.m. There is an $8 drop-in fee. No registration is necessary, and all are welcome. For more information, send an email to zumbabyjo@gmail.com. Multiple Myeloma Support — The Delaware Multiple Myeloma Support Group meets the third Saturday of every month via Zoom from 1 to 3 p.m. For more information, contact Sue Iwahashi at myelomaemailsue@gmail.com. Line Dancing — Cape Henlopen Senior Center is hosting line-dancing classes on
Mondays. Beginners classes take place at 10 a.m., and Improvers are at 11 a.m. For more information, call (302) 2272055. Al-Anon — Al-Anon is a support group for the families and friends of alcoholics. Meetings are held every Tuesday, from 7 to 8:30 p.m., at Ocean View Presbyterian Church. For more information, visit ovpc.org. Argentine Tango — The Lewes Senior Activity Center is hosting Argentine Tango Dancing on Tuesdays, from 7 to 9 p.m. Adults of all ages are welcome, and no experience or partner is required. There is a $5 fee, but the first visit is free. Enter through the back door of the facility. For more information, visit the group online at TangoByTheBeach.com. Georgetown Walkers — The Georgetown Public Library host GPL Walkers every Monday at 9 a.m. The walking club goes to Sandhill Fields for a 30- to 40-minute walk, weather permitting. The trail begins at the Murray’s Lane Parking lot, 109-199 Murrays Lane. For more information, call (302) 856-7958, email georgetown.library@lib.de.us or visit the library at 123 W Pine St., Georgetown. Tai-Chi Classes — Bethel Methodist Church in Dagsboro is hosting free Tai-Chi classes on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10 to 11 a.m. This is open to the public, and all are welcome. Organizers decribed the classes as “easy,” and casual attire is suggested. For more information, call (302) 519-2984. Stroke Support — A stroke support group meets at PAM Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Georgetown on the second Tuesday of every month at 2 p.m. The class will consist of linking into the Jefferson Health Stroke Support Group and also have in-person
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September 11, 2026 Tuesdays for senior center members. Zumba at IR Senior Center — The Indian River Senior Center hosts Zumba at 11 a.m. on Fridays for senior center members. TOPS Meeting — Take Off Pounds Sensibly (TOPS) meets every Tuesday at 9:15 a.m. at Oak Orchard Community Church, 32615 Oak Orchard Rd. For more information, call (610) 724-8657.
Hobby/Craft Needlepoint Guild — Delaware’s Seashore Chapter of The American Needlepoint Guild meets on the first Monday of the month from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Georgetown Public Library. Bringing a box lunch is encouraged. New members are always welcome. For details, send an email to the chapter at delawaresseashorechapter@needlepoint.org. Radio Operators — Any Ham radio operator, or people wanting to meet and greet others, can attend breakfast at the Frankford Diner on Thursdays at 8 a.m. For more information, contact Jack Magar at k8uyc80@gmail.com. Pen Pal Program — Thanks to a partnership between South Coastal Library, Kent County Library and Wellington City Libraries, you can now communicate by letter with a New Zealander. This is a fun way to learn about another country and make a new friend. All international postage is handled, and you can bring in and pick up your letters at the library. For more information and registration, visit them at
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Events Continued from page B6 delawarelibraries.libcal.com/event/113 66626 or call (302) 858-5518. Book Discussion — The Georgetown Public Library hosts its Wednesday Morning Book Discussion on the fourth Wednesday of every month at 10:15 a.m. Books are available for pickup each month at the library. Open Art for Adults — The Georgetown library is hosting Open Art for Adults on Thursdays, from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Bring your creativity and your own art supplies, whether it is oil pastels, watercolor, clay, pen and paper — all mediums welcome. This is an open event, and a chance to meet other artists. No experience is necessary. The library will not be able to provide supplies, so bring your own. This is open to adults only.
Music Music Jam — St. Matthews By the Sea United Methodist Church is hosting a Music Jam on the first and third Fridays of the month at 4 p.m. All levels are welcome. Women’s A Capella Chorus — A chapter of Sweet Adelines International Inc. holds rehearsals every Monday evening from 6 to 8 p.m. in the Ocean Pines (Md.) Community Center. They are looking for ladies who love to sing. Members come from Maryland and Delaware. For more information, call Elissa at (410) 641-8050, find them on social media or visit delmarvachorus.org.
Museums/Displays Railroad Museum — The Delaware Seaside Railroad Clubhouse is an interactive museum of model railroading, and is located at 36668 DuPont Boulevard, in Selbyville. They are open to the public on Wednesday from 5 to 7 p.m., and every Saturday, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. They are not open to the public on the second Wednesday of the month, as that is their monthly members meeting. Admission is free. For more information, visit them online at delawareseasiderailroadclub.com. Dinker-Irvin Museum — The Bethany Beach Museum at Dinker-Irvin Cottage is open to the public currently on Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. During summer months, from May through September, hours are Monday, Wednesday and Friday, from 10 a.m. to noon. Private tours are available by appointment. Interested groups of 10-15 may call (302) 5398725. Admission to the museum is free, and parking is available in front of the museum. The museum is not handicapaccessible. For more information, visit online at townofbethanybeach.com, and click under “Residents/History/Town Museum.” Nanticoke Indian Museum — The Nanticoke Indian Museum is the only Native American museum in Delaware, and is listed in the National Register of Historic Places, along with being part of the Delaware History Trail. The museum is open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesdays to Saturdays. Admission is $5 per person. For more information, visit
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Faith Community Bible Study — Grace United Methodist Church in Millsboro is hosting a Bible Study Wednesday mornings from 10 a.m. to noon. For more information, and to register, visit sussexcounty.cbsclass.org. Community Bible Study — Community Bible Study, focusing on Colossians & Genesis, Chapters 1-22, will meet every Thursday at Mariners Bethel in the Fellowship Hall from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. To register, go online to bethanybeacheve.cbsclass.org. Bible Study — Salem Church in Selbyville is hosting Bible study every Thursday at 10 a.m. Current series is “Bible Lessons from Mayberry, and goes until Sept. 10. Men of Christ — The men’s group meets the second Monday of the month at Salem Church in Selbyville at 6:30 p.m. For more information, visit sumc.com.
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September 12 Yard & Bake Sale — The Auxiliary of the Millville Volunteer Fire Co. will be hosting a Yard & Bake Sale at the fire hall from 8 a.m. to noon. Breakfast and lunch will be served. For table information, call (302) 402-6365. Patriot Day Festival — There will be a Patriot Day Festival at Bethel Methodist Church in Dagsboro, "Celebrating 250 Years of independence,” from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. (no rain date). Special music and entertainment by Brian K. Hall, the Boy Scouts of America and Danita Robinson. For sale will be scrapple sandwiches, homemade ice cream, baked goods and warehouse items. There will also be hotdogs, drinks, snacks and patriotic prizes. Free activities include kids’ obstacle course, a bounce house, games, crafts and more. BBVFC Fundraiser — Higgins Crabhouse, 12801 Coastal Highway in Ocean City, will host a benefit for the Bethany Beach Volunteer Fire Company from 1 to 4 p.m. The menu includes all-you-can-eat crabs, fried chicken, fries, cole slaw, corn on the cob, hush puppies and brownies for dessert. The cost is $65. To purchase tickets, call Heather Murphy at 5393300, or mail a check to BBVFC, PO Box
Coastal Point 950 Bethany Beach, DE 19930. Pop-Up Book Sale — Stop by South Coastal Library at 10 a.m. for a two-hour pop-up book sale! Find great books for great prices! Previous bestsellers, cookbooks, beach reads, children's materials and more! Sponsored by the Friends of the South Coastal Library. Please call or visit their website for possible site/date changes due to building maintenance projects. Help support your local library! South Coastal Library, 43 Kent Avenue, Bethany Beach, DE 19930 www.southcoastal.lib.de.us 302-858-5518 Welcome Walk Guided Tour — The Delaware Botanic Gardens is hosting a Welcome Walk Guided Tour from 10 to 11 a.m. This is free, with admission. Birding Basics Walk and Talk — Delaware Botanic Gardens will host a Birding Basics event from 7:30 to 8:30 a.m. A ticket is required, and costs $5 for members, and $20 for non-members. Youth under 16 get in for $5. Go to “Events” at delawaregardens.org. Men’s Prayer Group — All men are invited to attend a morning of united prayer at Selbyville Public Library from 10 to 11:30 a.m. There is no cost to attend, and walkins are welcome. RSVPs are encouraged, at (302) 331-5444. Free Sewing Class — Church Street Fabrics in Selbyville is hosting a professional designer to teach a free instructional class on how to construct the “pillowcase” dress for Dress a Girl Around the World International. This will take place from 10:30 a.m. to noon. To register, call Gari at (860) 9852761.
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September 14 Learn American Mah Jong, Series A — The South Coastal library is offering a free three-part series on the basics of Mah Jong taught by local instructor Lisa Stern, held at 1 p.m. At the end of the three lessons (you must attend all three!), you should have a better understanding of how to play so that you can join a local group in your area. The game requires a commitment to the learning process, a positive attitude, and takes some practice. Each lesson is 2.5-3 hours long so light snacks will be provided, but please feel free to bring a non-alcoholic drink with you. Free, for ages 18-plus. Registration is very limited and required at https://southcoastal.lib.de.us (recommended) or by calling 302-858-5518. Please call or visit their website for possible site/date changes due to building maintenance projects. Walk-ins accepted if space allows. Hosted by the South Coastal Library, 43 Kent Avenue, Bethany Beach, DE 19930. Foundations of Dementia Caregiving — The Alzheimer's Association DE Valley Chapter will provide a free presentation on caregiving for loved ones with dementia or Alzheimer's at South Coastal Library at 2:30 p.m. This class explores the role of caregiver and changes they may experience, building a support team and managing caregiver stress. For Ages 18plus. Free, registration is appreciated and available at https://southcoastal.lib.de.us or by calling 302-858-5518. Please call or visit their website for possible
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Continued from page B9 site/date changes due to building maintenance projects. Walk-ins accepted if space allows. Hosted by the South Coastal Library, 43 Kent Avenue, Bethany Beach, DE 19930 Storytime on Parsons Farm — Join us every Monday at 11 a.m. for storytelling, songs, and crafts at Parsons Farm. Storytime is in the outdoor pavilion unless it is raining, then it will be held inside the Farm Fresh Cafe. Open to all ages, no registrations required. Any cancellations will be posted on the Frankford Public Library's Facebook page. For more information, Call 302-732-9351 or visit us online at frankford.lib.de.us. Find us on Facebook @FrankfordPublicLibrary and Instagram @frankfordlibrary. Hooks and Needles — Join Frankford Public Library on Mondays at 1 p.m. for a fun afternoon of knitting and crocheting. All levels are welcome. Call 302-7329351 or visit us online at frankford.lib.de.us. Find us on FB @FrankfordPublicLibrary and Instagram @frankfordlibrary. DSAMH Information — The Division of Substance Abuse and Mental Health (DSAMH), part of Delaware’s Department of Health and Social Services, oversees publicly funded services for adults with mental illness, substance use, and gambling disorders. DSAMH focuses on treatment, prevention, recovery, and community support. Representatives will be at Frankford Public Library at 10 a.m. to share information, answer questions,
and provide resources for individuals and families. For more information, please visit the DSAMH website: https://dhss.delaware.gov/dsamh/
September 15 iPad and Apple Users Group Meeting — iPad, iPhone and other Apple device users of all skill levels are welcome to attend this monthly support group at South Coastal Library at 11 a.m. Users meet to discuss new features, share tips, and ask questions. Attend in person only. Free, registration is required and available at https://southcoastal.lib.de.us or by phone at 302-858-5518. Please call or visit their website for possible site/date changes due to building maintenance projects. Walk-ins accepted if space allows. Hosted by the South Coastal Library, Bethany Beach, DE Online Author Talk — World-renowned master facilitator Priya Parker to discuss her groundbreaking new book, The Art of Fighting: The Transformative Power of Conflict, at South Coastal Library at 4 p.m. Can’t make this live online session? Visit our website to access the recording later and browse through hundreds of other recorded author talks. Free event. Mums the Word — Sonshine Equine is hosting a Mums the Word fundraiser, and pick-up will be on Sept. 15. Orders are due by Sept. 12. Mums are $25 for a large planter, and you can pre-order at sonshineequine.org/events Versatile Direct Primary Care — Versatile Direct Primary Care will be available at Frankford Public Library at 10 a.m. to share information about their personal-
September 11, 2026 ized, membership-based healthcare services. Learn about affordable primary care, same-day and next-day appointments, telehealth visits, preventive care, chronic disease management, and future plans for house call services. Representatives will be available to answer questions and provide information about healthcare options designed to make primary care more accessible and convenient for individuals and families. Learn more at https://www.versatiledpc.com/. Adult Craft: Origami Kimono — Learn how to fold fabric into the kimono shape and then hand sew to background fabric squares to create a unique wall-hanging. Held at Frankford Public Library at 10:30 a.m. There is some fabric cutting required in advance of the workshop. Assembly of background squares is strongly encouraged. We will have a wide selection of Asian-themed fabric available as well as light colored fabric appropriate for backgrounds available at the library. Registration is required. Call 302-7329351 or visit online at frankford.lib.de.us. Find us on FB @FrankfordPublicLibrary and Instagram @frankfordlibrary. Board Meeting — The public is invited to the Frankford Public Library’s board meeting, held on the third Tuesday of each month at 5:30 p.m. Call 302-7329351 or visit us online at frankford.lib.de.us. Find us on FB @FrankfordPublicLibrary and Instagram @frankfordlibrary.
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Community scholarships The Mountaire Community Scholarship is available to students in Mountaire’s local communities who are pursuing education and careers in agriculture, the skilled trades, or related fields. Students interested in agriculture or skilled trades careers must be nominated by a teacher, guidance counselor or career advisor.Teacher nominations opened Sept. 1. Eligible applicants include traditional and vocational/technical high school seniors, students enrolled in registered apprenticeship programs, and students currently attending two-year community colleges or four-year universities. “At Mountaire, we believe in creating oppor-
tunities for the next generation to succeed,”said Mountaire President and CEO Amanda Irwin. “Whether students are pursuing a college degree, an apprenticeship, a career in agriculture, or a skilled trade, we are proud to help support their educational journey and encourage them to build meaningful careers that strengthen our communities.” For decades, Mountaire has supported students through scholarship opportunities designed to help remove financial barriers to education while encouraging future leaders in agriculture, food production and skilled trades. Company representatives said they see the scholarships as an investment in the communities where its employees, growers and grain producers live and work. To learn more about the scholarship programs or to submit an application, visit the website at www.mountaire.com.
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Story Time — Bring your little one to Story Time at South Coastal Library at 10:30 a.m. for songs, stories, and lots of fun! Perfect for kids 5 and under. No registration required, but an adult caregiver must accompany children. Please call or visit their website for possible site/date changes due to building maintenance projects. Hosted by the South Coastal Library, 43 Kent Avenue, Bethany Beach, DE 19930 Healthy Kids Toolkit — Coastal Family Chiropractic will give a free 30-minute presentation on the five key factors that play a major role in supporting your child’s physical, emotional, and developmental well-being. Held at South Coastal Library at 11 a.m. For families with children ages 5 and under. Please call or visit their website for possible site/date changes due to building maintenance projects. No registration required, but an adult caregiver must accompany children. Hosted by the South Coastal Library, 43 Kent Avenue, Bethany Beach, DE 19930 Happy Bookers Book Club — Join Rachel for our next Happy Bookers meeting, at Salted Vines Vineyard & Winery at 2 p.m. The group meets on select months to discuss a chosen book. Books selected are works of fiction from various genres and authors. This month we will be discussing The Silent Patient by Alex Michaelides. Please call or visit their website for possible site/date changes due to building maintenance projects. Free, registration is appreciated and available at
https://southcoastal.lib.de.us. Sponsored by the South Coastal Library, 43 Kent Avenue, Bethany Beach, DE 19930 Free Introductory Square Dance Lessons — There will be free introductory square dance lessons at the Ocean Pines Community Center from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Singles and couples are welcome. For more information, call (908) 229-8799. Mah Jongg Open Play — Frankford Public Library’s Mah Jongg group plays Wednesdays at 1 p.m. for casual play. Registration is not required, but prior playing experience is preferred. Call 302-7329351 or visit us online at frankford.lib.de.us. Find us on FB @FrankfordPublicLibrary and Instagram @frankfordlibrary.
September 17 Learn American Mah Jong, Series A — The South Coastal library is offering a free three-part series on the basics of Mah Jong taught by local instructor Lisa Stern, held at 1 p.m. At the end of the three lessons (you must attend all three!), you should have a better understanding of how to play so that you can join a local group in your area. The game requires a commitment to the learning process, a positive attitude, and takes some practice. Each lesson is 2.5-3 hours long so light snacks will be provided, but please feel free to bring a non-alcoholic drink with you. Free, for ages 18-plus. Please call or visit their website for possible site/date changes due to building maintenance projects. Registration is very limited and required at southcoastal.lib.de.us (recommended) or
September 11, 2026 by calling 302-858-5518. Walk-ins accepted if space allows. Hosted by the South Coastal Library, 43 Kent Avenue, Bethany Beach, DE 19930. Plants of the Meadow — The Delaware Botanic Gardens is hosting Plants of the Piet Oudolf Meadow — Upper Section Lecture — from 10 to 11:30 a.m. This tour is free for members, and $15 for non-members. Register at delawaregardens.org. Sunset Sound Bath — The Delaware Botanic Gardens is hosting Sunset Sound Bath from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. The cost is $30 for members, and $35 for non-members. Register at delawaregardens.org. Baby Bees — Join Frankford Public Library Thursdays at 11 a.m. for a Baby Bees Story Time for children, ages 0 to 3. Stories, songs, and interactive play promote early literacy and engagement with other children in a relaxed setting in the children's room. Registration is not required. Questions, please call us: 302-732-9351. We're on FB @FrankfordPublicLibrary and Instagram @frankfordlibrary. Let’s Play Games: For Adults — Join Frankford Public Library Thursdays at 1 p.m. to play games such as dominoes, Scrabble, and card games. Call 302-7329351 or visit online at frankford.lib.de.us. Find us on FB @FrankfordPublicLibrary and Instagram @frankfordlibrary. Lego Club — Calling all builders! Whether new to Legos or a Master Builder, join us at Frankford Public Library at 5 p.m. to engage your imagination and build your latest Lego creation. This program is for ages 6 and up. Call 302-732-9351 or visit us online at frankford.lib.de.us. Find us on FB
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September 18 Welcome Walk Guided Tour — The Delaware Botanic Gardens is hosting a Welcome Walk Guided Tour from 10 to 11 a.m. This is free, with admission. Shrinrin-Yoku — The Delaware Botanic Gardens is hosting Shrinrin-Yoku: The Art of Japanese Forest Bathing from 8 to 10 a.m. Tickets are required, and cost $30 for members, and $35 for non-members. Register at delawaregardens.org. Candle Making Workshop — The Delaware Botanic Gardens is hosting a candle-making workshop from 10 a.m. to noon. Materials are provided. Tickets are required, and cost $15 for members and $30 for non-members (includes admission). Register at delawaregardens.org.
September 19 Welcome Walk Guided Tour — The Delaware Botanic Gardens is hosting a Welcome Walk Guided Tour from 10 to 11 a.m. This is free, with admission. Monarch Migration Class — The Delaware Botanic Gardens is hosting a monarch migration class from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Tickets are required, and cost $5 for members and youth, and $20 for non-members. Register at delawaregardens.org. Family Fun Day — Millville Boardwalk will host a Family Fun Day from 3 to 8 p.m. Activities include a “Putt for a Purpose” minigolf tournament, go karts, arcade games, gift-basket raffles, a 50/50 drawing and ice cream. The mini-golf tournament begins with check-in at 3 p.m. Entry is $25 per person for two-person teams. Clubs and putters are provided, and cash prizes will be awarded. Register with them online at svdpminigolftour.cheddarup.com. A portion of the proceeds benefits The Society of St. Vincent de Paul, St. Ann’s Conference. Crab Feast — American Legion Post 24 in Dagsboro is hosting a Crab Feast from 1 to 4 p.m. Tickets are $60 each, and are on sale now at the bar. The menu includes chicken, hot dogs, macaroni salad, baked beans, corn on the cob, draft beer, soda and water.
September 21 Storytime on Parsons Farm — Join us every Monday at 11 a.m. for storytelling, songs, and crafts at Parsons Farm. Storytime is in the outdoor pavilion unless it is raining, then it will be held inside the Farm Fresh Cafe. Open to all ages, no registrations required. Any cancellations will be posted on the Frankford Public Library's Facebook page. For more information, Call 302-732-9351 or visit us online at frankford.lib.de.us. Find us on Facebook @FrankfordPublicLibrary and Instagram @frankfordlibrary. Hooks and Needles — Join Frankford Public Library on Mondays at 1 p.m. for a fun afternoon of knitting and crocheting. All levels are welcome. Call 302-7329351 or visit us online at frankford.lib.de.us. Find us on FB @FrankfordPublicLibrary and Instagram @frankfordlibrary.
September 22 PAWS for Reading — Well-trained teams of dogs and owners provide a supportive and fun way for kids to gain confidence in reading aloud — held at South Coastal Library at 4 p.m. Children read for 10 minutes and may bring their own book if they wish. Ages 5-plus. Please call or visit their website for possible site/date changes due to building maintenance projects. Free, must call (302) 858-5518 to register. Hosted by the South Coastal Library, 43 Kent Avenue, Bethany Beach, DE 19930 https://southcoastal.lib.de.us Teleservices Specialist: Employment, Health and Social Support — The Frankford Public Library now offers access to a teleservices specialist from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on a first come, first served basis with no appointment required. Patrons can get help with employment services, resumes, Delaware ASSIST applications, housing and food
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Music with Miss Maria — Little ones (ages 5 and under) will love this lively, interactive 10:30 a.m. music program — packed with singing, dancing, and playful activities that get everyone moving and smiling! Free, no registration required, but parents/caregivers must accompany children. Location: Evans Park Community Center 32517 Dukes Dr., Millville, DE 19967 Sponsored by the Friends of the South Coastal Library https://southcoastal.lib.de.us Disaster Preparedness — Be prepared for emergencies this storm season by learning about emergency planning, Smart 911, kit preparation and more with The Deputy Director of Public Safety & Emergency Management for Sussex County, Timothy Cooper. At South Coastal Library at 3 p.m. They will also have a full display in the library on storm and disaster preparedness with books, pamphlets and information to help you stay informed and prepared. Free, registration is recommended and available at https://southcoastal.lib.de.us or by calling 302-858-5518. Please call or visit their website for possible site/date changes due to building maintenance projects. Walk-ins accepted if space allows. Hosted by the South Coastal Library, 43 Kent Avenue, Bethany Beach, DE 19930 Department of Labor Information — The Delaware Department of Labor, Division of Employment & Training, will be at the Frankford Public Library at noon to share information and resources for job seekers and community members. Learn about job search assistance, Delaware JobLink, resume and interview support, career planning, training opportunities, apprenticeships, and other employment services. Representatives will be available to answer questions and help connect patrons with resources for finding employment, building skills, and exploring new career opportunities. For more information, please visit the Delaware Department of Labor website:
https://labor.delaware.gov/ Mah Jongg Open Play — Frankford Public Library’s Mah Jongg group plays Wednesdays at 1 p.m. for casual play. Registration is not required, but prior playing experience is preferred. Call 302-7329351 or visit us online at frankford.lib.de.us. Find us on FB @FrankfordPublicLibrary and Instagram @frankfordlibrary.
September 24 Online Author Talk — Join South Coastal Library at 7 p.m. for an energetic conversation as they celebrate the joy of community and summer fun with Latin Grammy-winning musician Lucky Diaz, author of the sensational bilingual picture book, Paletero Man. This live online presentation can be enjoyed by all ages, in English or Spanish. Can’t make this live online session? Visit our website to access the recording later and browse through hundreds of other recorded author talks. Free, details and registration (required) available at www.southcoastal.lib.de.us or by calling 302-858-5518. Please call or visit their website for possible site/date changes due to building maintenance projects. Presented by the Library Speakers Consortium in partnership with the South Coastal Library, 43 Kent Avenue, Bethany Beach, DE 19930 Baby Bees — Join Frankford Public Library Thursdays at 11 a.m. for a Baby Bees Story Time for children, ages 0 to 3. Stories, songs, and interactive play promote early literacy and engagement with other children in a relaxed setting in the children's room. Registration is not required. Questions, please call us: 302-732-9351. We're on FB @FrankfordPublicLibrary and Instagram @frankfordlibrary. Let’s Play Games: For Adults — Join Frankford Public Library Thursdays at 1 p.m. to play games such as dominoes, Scrabble, and card games. Call 302-7329351 or visit online at frankford.lib.de.us. Find us on FB @FrankfordPublicLibrary and Instagram @frankfordlibrary. Teen Movie Night — Join us at the Frankford Public Library at 4:30 p.m. for a viewing of The Super Mario Galaxy Movie. Come hang out, eat pizza, and enjoy a movie on our 4k theater set up. Registration is required for pizza order. Rated PG. Call 302-732-9351 or visit us online at frankford.lib.de.us. Find us on FB
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28057 SEA DOCK LN, SELBYVILLE The Lowest Priced Twin/End Townhome features a spacious "gathering" area which is perfect for parties or guests. The upgraded kitchen features an island, counter-depth fridge & stainless steel appliances. Other features include a tankless water heater, home theater wiring package, and designer trim. Relax on your covered front porch or have a cookout on the rear paver patio overlooking a small pond. Only 10 blocks to Bayside's main recreational area. This is a great quiet location within Bayside, but only a few minutes to the various amenities. $569,000 (DESU2109448) Call Jennifer Hughes (c) 302-858-6483
402 ISLAND HOUSE RD E, BETHANY BEACH GORGEOUS VIEWS of the Ocean & Beach! Renovated condo; located in the most Private and QUIET section of Sea Colony East! Beautiful kitchen counter tops; with high end finishes throughout! Bathrooms renovated. New ceiling fan and living room furniture! Amenities Galore! $1,085,000 (DESU2113430) Call Jane Baxter-Miller (c) 302-245-8831
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31292 INSPIRATION CIR, SELBYVILLE Beautiful 5 bd, 3 ba former model home, with a 2-car garage, is furnished and in sought-after Bayside! Enjoy nature’s serene sights & sounds from the oversized backyard oasis: a deck with an awning & a bi-level paver patio with outdoor kitchen w/ pretty pond views! Upgrades & updates abound in this home & it's close to gym, Freeman Stage & more! $900,000 (DESU2116704) Call Danny Taglienti (c) 410-430-2721
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@FrankfordPublicLibrary and Instagram @frankfordlibrary. True Crime Club — Walk through different true crime cases — both solved and unsolved — with Rachel and other true crime enthusiasts, at South Coastal Library at 2 p.m. Share theories, knowledge, memories, and more with others in a welcoming, nonjudgmental environment. Each monthly meeting will focus on a particular true crime case and a recommended book to accompany the case. This month, we’ll take a look at the crimes of the Zodiac Killer. Suggested read (not required): Zodiac by Robert Graysmith. Free, for ages 18-plus. No registration required. Hosted by the South Coastal Library, 43 Kent Avenue, Bethany Beach, DE 19930
September 25 Welcome Walk Guided Tour — The Delaware Botanic Gardens is hosting a Welcome Walk Guided Tour from 10 to 11 a.m. This is free, with admission. 1940: A Doorway to the Future — Wearing period costumes, Trish Chambers Productions will take you on a nostalgic journey back to the 1940s at South Coastal Library at 3:30 p.m. Learn how this era laid the foundation for the social, technical and cultural changes that have shaped the world we live in today. (More details available at www.southcoastal.lib.de.us) Free, no registration needed. Please call or visit their website for possible site/date changes due to building maintenance projects. Hosted by the South Coastal Library, 43 Kent Avenue, Bethany Beach, DE 19930 302-858-5518
September 26 Welcome Walk Guided Tour — The Delaware Botanic Gardens is hosting a Welcome Walk Guided Tour from 10 to 11 a.m. This is free, with admission. Let’s Talk Bird Beaks — The Delaware Botanic Gardens is hosting an event to discuss the world of bird beaks and unique adaptations that help birds thrive from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. A walk in the gardens is included. This is a ticketed event for ages 6-12 at $5. Youth must be accompanied by an adult. Free for members. Nonmembers must pay for admission. Engineer Early STEM Kits — The South Coastal Library is proud to offer Grab & Go STEM Kits for children and preteens courtesy of Engineer Early, featuring a unique theme each month (details on our website.) Kits include STEM supplies and a downloadable link allowing families to print activity documents at home. Kits are free and available for pick-up at the circulation desk while supplies last. Please call or visit their website for possible site/date changes due to building maintenance projects. Hosted by the South Coastal Library, 43 Kent Avenue, Bethany Beach, DE 19930 ASL Through Art for Kids — In recognition of Deaf Awareness Month, members of the Delaware Deaf Senior Citizens will lead a fun and educational art class for children ages 5-11 at South Coastal Library at 10
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September 28 Gentle Yoga Flow — Join Sarah Schaber, RYT-500 certified yoga instructor, for a free, one-hour Gentle Flow Yoga class at South Coastal Library at 10:15 a.m. Ideal for beginners, seniors, and anyone looking for a slower flow practice. Learn breathing techniques, postures, and exercises to promote flexibility and strength, balance, and relaxation. Chair participation available. Details on our website. Registration is available at southcoastal.lib.de.us or by calling 302858-5518. Please call or visit their website for possible site/date changes due to building maintenance projects. Walk-ins accepted if space allows. Hosted by the South Coastal Library, 43 Kent Avenue, Bethany Beach, DE 19930 Yin Yoga — Join Sarah Schaber, RYT-500 certified yoga instructor,at South Coastal Library at 11:30 a.m. for a free one-hour Yin Yoga class. Yin is a relaxing slowmoving practice suitable for all levels that focuses on opening up the connective tissue and fascia which may help to improve overall flexibility, inflammation, and pain. Please bring your own Yoga mat, as well as any props needed for your own comfort in the longer held postures (like blocks, blankets, and pillows). Please note: In order to make these classes available to more participants, you may attend either Gentle Yoga at 10:15 a.m. or Yin Yoga at 11:30 a.m. — not both! Registration is available at www.southcoastal.lib.de.us (recommended) or by calling 302-858-5518 Walk-ins accepted if space allows. Hosted by the South Coastal Library, 43 Kent Avenue, Bethany Beach, DE 19930 Hooks and Needles — Join Frankford Public Library on Mondays at 1 p.m. for a fun afternoon of knitting and crocheting. All levels are welcome. Call 302-7329351 or visit us online at frankford.lib.de.us. Find us on FB @FrankfordPublicLibrary and Instagram @frankfordlibrary.
September 30 Story Time — Bring your little one to Story Time at South Coastal Library at 10:30 a.m. for songs, stories, and lots of fun! Perfect for kids 5 and under. No registration required, but an adult caregiver must accompany children. Please call or visit their website for possible site/date changes due to building maintenance projects. Hosted by the South Coastal Library, 43 Kent Avenue, Bethany Beach, DE 19930 Mah Jongg Open Play — Frankford Public
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Coons accepting applications for service academy noms U.S. Sen. Chris Coons (D-Del.) announced recently that his congressional office is accepting applications from Delaware students for a nomination to one the nation’s service academies. Students can submit applications to Coons’ office for the Naval Academy, the Air Force Academy, the Merchant Marine Academy and the Military Academy at West Point. “Each year, it’s my honor to nominate incredible Delaware students to our nation’s service academies,” said
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Trivia, at Cripple Creek Country Club from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Music will be provided by 5th Avenue, with live trivia on music from the 50s and 60s. Buffet-style dining, a 50/50 raffle, silent auction and a wine pull will be offered. Tickets are $100, and are available through their site at southcoastalvillagevolunteers.org. Let’s Play Games: For Adults — Join Frankford Public Library Thursdays at 1 p.m. to play games such as dominoes, Scrabble, and card games. Call 302-7329351 or visit online at frankford.lib.de.us. Find us on FB @FrankfordPublicLibrary and Instagram @frankfordlibrary.
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October 3 Model Train & Toy Show — The Delaware Seaside Railroad Club Model Train & Toy Show will be at the Hope Center in Ocean View from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. There will be vendor sale tables, operating train layouts, workshops, refreshments and door prizes. Admission is $6, and free for children 10 and younger. For more informa-
Class of 2031 is Oct. 15. To be considered for an appointment to a service academy, an applicant must meet the eligibility requirements as required by law and receive a nomination. Students pursuing a nomination should contact Coons’ Office at (302) 736-5601 or visit his website at https://www.coons.senate.gov/services/constituentservices/academy-nominations/ to obtain an application and for additional information about the service academy nomination process. tion, visit them online at delawareseasiderailroadclub.com.
October 7 Women’s Bible Study — Mariner’s Bethel church is hosting “Not What I Signed Up For,” a women’s Bible study based on Nicole Unice’s work, every Wednesday through Nov. 4. They meet from 10 to 11:30 a.m. or 7 to 8:30 p.m. All women are welcome. You can register online at marinersbethel.churchcenter.com, calling the office at (302) 539-9510 or just stop in. Donkey Kicks — Sonshine Equine in Millsboro is hosting Donkey Kicks — chair toning, farm fitness and, of course, donkey time, at noon. The cost is $40 per person, and registration is required by Oct. 3. This is for ages 13 and older, with an adult, and will be held rain or shine. Register at sonshineequine.org.events.
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Beebe Goes Purple to fight opioid addiction Monday, Aug. 31, was International Overdose Awareness Day, recognized by the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC) every year on the last day of August. The goals are to raise awareness about the risks of overdose, share information on prevention, treatment, and recovery services, and show support for those whose lives have been impacted by overdose. Beebe is doing its part to promote those messages by announcing its sixth annual “Go Purple” event, which will be held Thursday, Sept. 17, from 5 to 9 p.m. at the Starboard restaurant in Dewey Beach. Go Purple “aims to create a positive, lasting impact on the community by raising awareness about mental health and substance abuse challenges,” organizers said. “Monies from the event allow Beebe to invest in education, prevention and recovery resources for local people in need. Fifty percent of food and beverage sales and 100 percent of bartending tips contributed during the event will benefit Beebe Medical Foundation’s Go Purple Fund. Go Purple was initiated in 2019, when Beebe Medical Foundation’s Young Professionals Group set out
to make a positive difference for local people impacted by addiction. “Go Purple is an event that brings people in the community together in a fun way for a great cause,” said Amy Keller, event coordinator at Beebe Medical Foundation. “We are so grateful for our sponsors, guest bartenders and event attendees. They understand how important it is to keep the local opioid epidemic front and center and are willing to support our efforts to make vital services available.” Attendees enjoyed food and a variety of their favorite beverages. Several members of the community paired up in teams of two to serve as guest bartenders, with friendly competition encouraging teams to fundraise more than the others during their 15-minute shift. The winning teams at the latest Go Purple event were Lee Ann Wilkinson and Amy Hopkins, and Connor Jones and Jason Abela. Look for celebrity bartender profiles on the Beebe Medical Foundation Facebook page. For more information about Go Purple, including sponsorship and online donations options, visit BeebeHealthcare.org/GoPurple.
SVFC to host annual golf tournament The Selbyville Volunteer Fire Company will hold its 18th Annual Golf Tournament on Oct. 12, at Cripple Creek Golf & Country Club in Dagsboro. The entry fee is $500 per foursome, in a scramble format, with a 9 a.m. shotgun start. The event will feature door prizes, raffle prizes and an awards luncheon, and a hole-in-one on Hole 16 wins a
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PAWS for People 2026 Wag & PAWSathon set for fall PAWS for People — a Newarkbased pet therapy nonprofit — will kick off its signature fundraising event, the 2026 Wag & PAWSathon, on Thursday, Sept. 17. For many years, PAWS has hosted the month-long cumulative “Wag & Walkathon,” which is getting a name change and more this year. With the change in the name, the “Walk” is still an integral component, organizers said, but now the “PAWSathon” includes more activities and new and different ways to support PAWS’ mission. The event concludes with the PAWS Furry Fall Festival on Saturday, Oct. 17, at Delcastle Park in Wilmington. When participants register as a PAWSathon team or individual, they can choose how to participate throughout the 30 days vs. just walking or running the marathon. Points can be
earned by connecting through walks or contests; supporting by building a team and raising funds; and by celebrating at PAWS events. New features include online pet contests, more “dine to donate” opportunities, a jewelry fundraising sale and more. The top three individuals and teams who accumulate the most points over 30 days earn prizes and recognition at the Furry Fall Festival. “We are grateful for the many successful years of the Wag & Walkathon,” said Clarice Ritchie, executive director of PAWS for People. “By slightly changing our focus and adding some new ‘twists,’ we believe that the Wag & PAWSathon will reach a broader audience and, at the same time, identify significant opportunities for growth and support. “Funds raised from this event ensure
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Cairo’s Corner Want to feel better, think better and live better? Get moving! By Bob Cairo Special to the Coastal Point What if I told you there was something you could do that could help your heart, your brain, your muscles, your bones, your sleep, your mood and even your ability to stay independent as you get older? Better yet, what if I told you that it doesn’t require a prescription? The answer shouldn’t surprise you, because you and I have talked about this here in the Coastal Point before. It’s exercise — and the evidence shows that making physical activity part of your regular routine may be one of the best investments you can make in your health and the quality of your life. The problem is that far too many of us simply aren’t getting enough. According to the latest federal data, only about 26 percent of U.S. adults meet the recommended guidelines for both aerobic exercise and muscle-strengthening activity. That means nearly 3 out of every 4 adults are falling short of what health experts recommend. So, what should you be doing? The U.S. Physical Activity Guidelines recommend that adults get at least 150
minutes of moderate aerobic activity each week, and that should include some strength training. For children and teenagers ages 6 through 17, the recommendation is at least 60 minutes of moderate-to-vigorous physical activity every day. Now, two things we need to stop and talk about right here: Nobody can understand more than health professionals like me that many of us have challenges and those challenges can grow as we get older.
But here’s the thing — it doesn’t take a whole lot of exercise to get some great benefits. And those benefits are huge. A little exercise can give you the opportunity to live longer, be healthier and have a better mental outlook for a very small investment. There’s a lot at stake here, so that’s why we’re going to take a look at some of the facts that should prove to you there are important benefits from exercise. And one more
thing: I hear this all the time, so before you tell me you don’t have that kind of time, let me stop you right there. You don’t have the time or the stamina to do 150 minutes at once? Nobody is asking you to do that. We’re talking about what See CAIRO page B24
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Cairo Continued from page B22 you need to do in a week. And I want to keep reminding you that you should do what you can do safely and comfortably. The most important thing you need to remember is that some physical activity is better than none. Too often, people think that if they can’t get to a gym, there’s no point in doing anything. Nothing could be further from the truth. Exercise takes many forms, and it doesn’t require special equipment or a gym. Walking, gardening, dancing, swimming, riding a bicycle, playing golf or pickleball, doing exercises at home or even adding more movement to your normal daily routine can make a difference. And the benefits can be lifechanging. Let’s start with your heart. Regular physical activity can help lower blood pressure and reduce your risk of heart disease and stroke. Exercise also improves cardiovascular fitness, meaning your heart and lungs become better at supplying oxygen to your body. Your brain benefits, too. Physical activity has been linked with better thinking, learning and memory. It also impacts your sense of wellbeing. It can reduce feelings of anxiety and depression, improve your mood and help you manage stress. Research also continues
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to show a link between regular physical activity and a lower risk of cognitive decline and dementia as we age. That is a pretty impressive return for simply getting your body moving. Then there are your muscles and bones. Maintaining strength becomes especially important as we get older. Stronger muscles help you perform everyday activities, from carrying groceries to getting out of a chair. Exercise that improves strength and balance can also help reduce your risk of falling, and that can be extremely important as we get older. Often, we are living on our own and preventing falls becomes even more important. Regular exercise can help you manage your weight, because physical activity burns calories. It can also reduce the risk of developing Type 2 diabetes and is associated with a lower risk of several cancers. Have you been feeling tired lately? Physical activity may sound like the last thing you want to do, but regular exercise can actually improve your energy and endurance. As your heart and lungs work more efficiently and your muscles become stronger, everyday activities can require less effort. Then there’s sleep. Exercise can help you sleep better. And we all know how much better we can feel after a good night’s sleep. Better sleep can affect your energy, concen-
tration, mood and how you feel throughout the day. It also can impact focus, and that means remembering to take that medicine or watching how we walk up the stairs to avoid an accident. I can’t emphasize enough that the list of benefits goes on and on. But here’s something else important I want you to remember: Make exercise work for your situation. If walking outdoors isn’t comfortable, consider walking indoors around your house. Shopping centers can also provide a good space to get moving regardless of the weather. A nice walk down the boardwalk or your favorite beach with a friend or family member might work for you, too. As I mentioned earlier, exercise can also mean swimming or water exercise may be another option. If balance is a concern, there are exercises that can be performed while seated or while holding on to a stable surface. Keep in mind that some physical therapists offer inexpensive programs, like mine at Tidewater, where we provide supervised exercise programs that are based on your particular needs, in a group setting. It’s a great way to expand your circle of friends and get healthy. Before you get going, remember what I always tell you: Start by talking to your doctor. Help your doctor get a full picture by remembering to bring a list of all your medications and any supplements you might be taking, includ-
September 11, 2026 ing vitamins. Have you seen any changes in your health recently? Share that with your doctor, too. Seeing a specialist? Talk through any health conditions you have and whether those might impact how you approach exercising or taking up a sport. Ask your doctor for any exercise program recommendations. If you have physical limitations or health issues, your doctor may recommend a program supervised by a physical therapist. That’s where we come in. A physical therapist can evaluate your strength, balance, flexibility, mobility and other factors that affect your ability to exercise safely. We can help identify activities appropriate for you and develop a program based on your individual needs and goals. I’ve spent a lot of years telling patients to get up and get moving, and I’m going to keep saying it. I’m telling you: get rid of the idea that you need fancy equipment. And I’m surely not suggesting or expecting you to become a marathon runner. You just have to start. Your body was designed to move. Give it the opportunity, and you may be surprised by how much better you feel. Let’s go! Bob Cairo is a licensed physical therapist at Tidewater Physical Therapy. He can be reached by calling (302) 537-7260.
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Obits Continued from page A18 Kathleen and Aidan; and “Uncle Joe” to more than 50 loving family members. There will be a funeral Mass at St. Ann Catholic Church in Bethany Beach, Del., on Oct. 3, 2026, at 1 p.m.
Diane Coleen Simpson, 71 Diane Coleen Simpson, 71, of Ocean View, Del., passed away on Sept. 3, 2026, following a difficult journey with Alzheimer’s disSimpson ease. After several very hard years, she is finally at peace. Simpson was born on Jan. 9, 1955, in Takoma Park, Md. She graduated from Southern High School in 1973 and went on to earn her master’s degree in library science from the University of Maryland. She began her career in the public library in Anne Arundel County, Md., before joining the U.S. Supreme Court, where she worked for 22 years, specializing in rare books, one of the great passions of her life. She was the head of technical services at the time of her retirement in 2011. She spent her life in Maryland until she retired, and then lived in Oak Island, N.C., followed by Ocean View. Outside of her work, Simpson found joy in reading every kind of book, spending time with friends and family, baking, trying new restaurants, spending time at the beach and scrapbooking. One of the greatest joys of her life came in 2015, when she became “Uma” to her first grandchild. She cherished the time she spent with her three grandsons, and her presence will be deeply missed by them. Simpson was preceded in death by her mother, Betty Haug. She is survived by her devoted husband of 31 years, Tom Simpson, who cared for and supported her until the final weeks of her life; her father, Robert Haug; her son, Robert Talbot; her
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Patricia K.‘Pat’Wood, 84 Patricia K. “Pat” Wood, 84, passed away on June 15, 2026, following a difficult battle with Alzheimer’s disease. She was Wood born on July 4, 1941, in Dubois, Pa. She graduated from Cuyahoga Falls High School in 1959 and went on to attend Case Western University, where she met and married Alan S. Hill. The couple resided in Quantico, Va., where their sons Adam and Brad were born, in 1962 and 1965, respectively. Wood began her career as a legislative assistant to Congressman Bill Harsha of Ohio, and in that role helped work on the Clean Water Act of 1974 — where she met Gordon E. Wood. She went on to complete her bachelor’s degree and a master’s degree at George Washington Univer-
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sity. In the late 1970s, she went to work for the EPA, and in the 1980s, she moved into the private sector with the American Paper Institute and later Georgia-Pacific, retiring in 2003. She married Gordon E. Wood in 1997, and the two relocated to Ocean View, Del. After Sept. 11, 2001, she became a volunteer EMT, completing firefighter training to do so. She went on to open Bethany Beach Yoga, teaching classes on the boardwalk and at Bear Trap. Pat and Gordon Wood shared a love of travel, visiting 120 countries together over the years. Among her favorite destinations were India, China, England, Peru, Antarctica and the Galápagos Islands. She approached life with an open heart and a try-anything spirit — always ready for a new dish, a new place or a new adventure, and always certain the glass was half full. She was a sailor, a rower on the Potomac River and White’s Creek, a devoted gardener whose gardens bloomed every season, a yoga instructor, and a lifelong reader of newspapers and books. She loved the beach, good coffee, good wine, the theater, the symphony, politics and — fittingly — celebrating her birthday every Fourth of July. She delighted in her grandchildren, Sam and Sydney, marking each
of their 12th birthdays with a trip of a lifetime — Sam to Africa, and Sydney to India — and treasured sleepovers with them at COSI and the Smithsonian. She was equally happy simply entertaining friends and family at the homes she and Gordon shared in Annandale, Va.; Takoma Park, Md.; and Ocean View and Bethany Beach, Del., or spending time with her extended Wood family, walking her dog or sitting in the sand with the water close by. Wood was preceded in death by her husband, Gordon E. Wood, on May 15, 2025. She is survived by her sons, Adam (and Jill) and Brad (and Theresa); her sister, B.J.; her brother, Eli (and Ruth); her stepsons, Richard Kenneth Wood II (and Betsy), Robert Kimmel Wood (and Claire), Gordon Evans Wood Jr. (and Lauren) and David Neal Wood (and Erin); 15 grandchildren, including Sam and Sydney; and three greatgrandchildren. A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, Sept. 18, 2026, at Mariner’s Bethel United Methodist Church Cemetery, 81 Central Avenue, Ocean View, Del. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Wood’s name to: Care360 Hospice, Patricia K. Wood, 3455 Mill Run Drive, Suite 900 Hilliard, OH 43026.
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Jennings announces largest Big Tech settlement in history Delaware Attorney General Kathy Jennings recently announced a landmark $12.1 billion multistate settlement with Meta Platforms, Inc. — one of the largest state consumer protection settlements in history, outside the “Big Tobacco” settlements of the 1990s. Under the settlement, Delaware will receive a guaranteed $73.6 million over the next 10 years, beginning with an $11 million payment this year. The first-year payment includes a one-time monetary settlement of $4.2 million related to the Cambridge Analytica scandal. Under a contingency in the agreement, Meta will pay Delaware an additional $30 million, and nearly another $5 billion nationally, if other social media platforms — namely TikTok and YouTube — reach similar agreements with the
states. In addition to the payment, Meta must implement a sweeping set of safety features designed to protect children on Instagram and Facebook. “Our goal in this litigation was not just punitive. It was to create change,” said Jennings. “Beyond the money, this agreement includes massive structural changes to the way that Meta targets young adults, which for years now has been addictive by design. We’ve seen up close how these apps have harmed kids, from youth who have suffered psychological harm, to those who have died by suicide, to those who have lost their lives or freedom because of crime that escalated over Instagram. “This money is not a trophy. We were committed to real change in this suit, and we are committed to real change in the future. I am di-
recting my office to put this money where it will make a difference: in our communities, with the very youth these apps have put at risk.” Roughly 75 percent of the monetary payments from Meta to settle this suit — more than $50 million — will go toward teen health and safety, including but not limited to services for at-risk and justice involved youth, crisis intervention services, after-school programs and educational grants. The remainder of the recurring payments will go to the Delaware Consumer Protection Fund, which funds the DOJ’s consumer protection, housing justice and economic law enforcement work, including consumer fraud targeting young adults. In addition to the payment, Meta must implement a sweeping set of
safety features designed to protect children on Instagram and Facebook. The agreement resolves Jennings’ claims, along with those of other jurisdictions, that the company designed Facebook and Instagram with addictive features, knowingly exposed young users to serious mental harms, and intentionally misled the public about the safety of its platforms, among other things. “This settlement is a monumental victory for the protection of Delaware’s children and those throughout the country. It will fundamentally transform how the entire social media industry designs products for kids and teens.” The DOJ’s investigation into Meta demonstrated that its apps — See SETTLEMENT page A31
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Settlement Continued from page A30 including addictive features such as infinite scroll — intensified the spread of harmful content, such as content promoting self-harm or glorifying crime and violence. As one of the country’s only attorneys general with statewide criminal jurisdiction, Jennings and her staff have repeatedly seen youth violence escalate over social media platforms like Instagram, officials said. Content and messages posted to these platforms have become evidence in multiple violent criminal cases, including gang prosecutions and homicides. The settlement requires Meta to implement a series of safety features on Instagram and Facebook, including: • Hard cap daily time limits and “Productive Pauses” for children. For its two platforms, Instagram and
Facebook, a combined two-hour daily time limit with mandatory pauses after 15 minutes of continuous use and again at 60 and 90 minutes to interrupt endless scrolling. The limits remain in effect for five years. If Snapchat, TikTok and YouTube adopt comparable terms, the daily limit on each platform will drop to 60 minutes for 10 years. • “Nighttime blocks” restricting children’s access from midnight to 6 a.m. • Limited school-time access for children, eliminating push notifications on weekdays from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. during the school year. • Robust age-assurance measures to more effectively verify the age of young users. • Safer, age-appropriate content controls, including stronger safeguards against bullying, content promoting eating disorders, and content related to suicide and self-harm. • Stronger, more user-friendly
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parental controls. • Limits on social comparison features, including beauty filters and visible “like” counts, that have been linked to poor mental health outcomes in kids and teens. • Both the implementation and efficacy of the features will be regularly assessed by an independent auditor and the settling states. Officials said the groundbreaking changes to Instagram and Facebook are more significant and comprehensive than previously ordered by any court. And perhaps most importantly, they said, this settlement represents a down payment toward an industry-wide social media experience that allows kids to connect in a healthy way. The settlement also resolves the states’ claims against Meta for its sharing of nonpublic information about Facebook users with third parties, like Cambridge Analytica, leading up to the 2016 election.
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The Indian River High School girls’ field hockey team started off the season with 8 goals and a shutout in their home opener on Tuesday, Sept. 8.
Williamson, Indians smash Senators in field hockey season-opener By Jason Feather Staff Reporter It’s always good to start the season with a strong performance made even better when it is paired with a win. That’s exactly what happened for the Indian River High School field hockey team on Tuesday, Sept. 8, as they welcomed the Dover Senators to The Reservation. Sophomore Caroline Williamson scored three times for a hat trick to lead six different Indians who scored on the day. She also had a pair of assists in the 8-0 win over the Senators to kick off the 2026 season in impressive fashion. “We are happy with our team play,” said IR head coach Torrie Townsend. “Every goal was hard-earned, and our
players showed that their preseason work is already paying off. We were very happy with their performance, but we know the season will only get tougher from here. We look forward to continuing to compete and improve with each game.” Williamson got the Indians on the board with two goals in the first quarter, the first coming at 6:44 off an assist from junior Catie Peranteau. The second goal came on a penalty stroke less than a minute later, at 5:26. Sophomore Alexis Loose got into the scoring column at 14:21 in the second quarter, off a feed from junior Alexis Wilkinson. Then, sophomore Hayden Benner followed that up just under 10 minutes later with a shot that found the inside of the cage, thanks to a helper from Williamson.
It was more of the same for the Indians after the halftime intermission, as senior Maggie Bare took a pass from Williamson in for the score at the 12:00 mark, to make it 5-0. Freshman Georgia Merrick recorded her first varsity goal at 5:20 in the third quarter, with junior Rebecca Robinson getting credit for the assist. IR scored two more goals in the fourth to put the cherry on top of a masterpiece opener, with Williamson (12:24) and sophomore Avery Bare (8:01) each scoring for the Indians. The Indians’ total domination of Dover included 21 penalty corners in the game. “Our attack came ready to compete,” continued Townsend. “We had six different goal-scorers, which shows the depth, determination and unselfish
play throughout our lineup. Each goal was hard-earned and created through great ball movement, strong teamwork and gritty play inside the circle. We are excited to see so many players confidently stepping up and finding the back of the net. “Our defense also stayed locked in throughout the game. Bre Elliott, McKenna Class, Talia Scerra, Annika Maciey and Catie Peranteau shut down nearly every attempt to cross our 25yard line and prevented our opponent from generating scoring opportunities.” IR will now wait a week before they travel to Lake Forest for their next game, against a Spartans team that defeated them twice last year, including a hard-fought 1-0 contest in the first round of the DIAA state playoffs.
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Rios Cruz scores twice as boys’ soccer defeats Prep in season-opener By Mike Stern Staff Reporter The Indian River High School boys’ soccer team dominated their 2026 season-opener. Despite having only one returning starter on the pitch from last year’s team, the Indians handled visiting Worcester Prep in a non-Henlopen Conference match at the Indian River soccer complex on Tuesday, Sept. 8. The Indians (1-0) controlled the ball and pressured the Fighting Mallards by headmanning the sphere upfield on the attack. They also played aggressively on defense, protecting senior goalkeeper Shane Forjan and requiring him to make just one save. “I think we dominated this game because we’ve been working during the summer and preseason trying to become a whole team,” said junior defender Bryden Triscuit, whose squad outshot Worcester Prep 13-2 and had an 8-2 advantage in corner kicks. “We are a fairly new side with two seniors returning, so this game was a chance for us to show what we’ve been working on. We executed our game plan very nicely.” Triscuit gave IR a 1-0 lead in the 36th minute when he converted a pass from sophomore forward Torin
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IR’s Bryden Triscuit contributed to the offense with IR’s first score of their game against Worcester Prep on Tuesday, Sept. 8. IR went on to win 13-2. Crotty. The Worcester Prep goalkeeper, he said, “was off his goal line, so a
soft loft was all it took to send the ball over his head and into the net.” The Indians built on their half-
time lead early in the second half, when sophomore forward Diego Rios Cruz scored twice on rebound shots in a 55-second span. “I was happy to score those goals because they helped us lift the team up,” said Rios Cruz, whose markers in the 48th and 49th minutes gave the Indians a 3-0 lead. “We dominated the whole game, and we had an amazing spirit throughout the match.” Junior forward Jaden Shockley made it 4-0 when he scored on a rebound in the 67th minute. Fighting Mallards sophomore midfielder Zach McGovern spoiled Forjan’s bid for a clean sheet when he converted a free kick in the 70th minute, cutting IR’s lead to 4-1. Worcester Prep senior goalkeeper Colby Walston kept his team in the game by making nine saves, including several highlight reel-worthy stops. IR juniors Will Retzos and Elmer Bonilla-Acosta and freshman Max Morales Nunez each earned an assist. Indian River head coach Brandt Mais improved his lifetime won-losttied record to 41-20-7 as he begins his sixth season as the squad’s bench boss.
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Henry rushes for 113 yards, but IR football falls to Odessa, 27-14 By Mike Stern Staff Reporter It was a learning experience. The younger players transitioned into starting roles, and the Indian River High School freshmen got their first taste of varsity football under the lights. The Indians looked promising, playing well enough to forge a 21-14 lead at halftime of their 2026 seasonopener. But host Odessa, a northern Delaware non-district DIAA Class 2A rival, shut down the IR offense after intermission. They also used several long-distance plays to come from behind and defeat their visitors, 27-14, on Thursday night, Sept. 3. “Losing to Odessa does not define
our season,” said Indians head coach Phil Townsend. “We have nine more games to continue to get better and win the district, make the playoffs and get to the championship game.” Indian River fell behind 7-0 in the first quarter on Ducks senior running back Nakai Hann’s 49-yard TD. That’s when IR senior running back Czar Henry began putting on a rushing clinic. Henry rambled for a 29-yard six-pointer, and senior placekicker Nolan Staniszewski’s conversion boot tied the score at 7-7 after one quarter. Henry finished the game with a team-leading 113 rushing yards on 23 carries. The Indians took a 14-7 lead in the second quarter on a 4-yard scoring run by senior running back Brennan Loose before halftime. Loose, a
tight end last season, finished the night with an impressive 81 yards on 15 carries. The Ducks took control of the game in the third quarter. Senior return-man Xavier Terrell took the second-half opening kickoff and exploded for an 85-yard touchdown run. The play enabled Odessa to pull within one point, 14-13, after their conversion attempt failed. The Ducks took the lead for good, 21-14, early in the fourth quarter on Hann’s 1-yard burst and his conversion run. The Indians threatened to tie the score or take the lead midway through the fourth session, reaching the hosts’ 11-yard line. But the Ducks’ defense held the Indians at their own 15-yard line to set up the
clinching score, a 67-yard run by Hann for a 27-14 Odessa lead. “The defense played well for the majority of the night,” said Townsend. “We gave up two big running plays by not keeping outside containment. Those two mistakes were costly and gave Odessa two touchdowns.”
Statistical overview The Indians accumulated 260 yards of offense, 227 of it on the ground. Indian River junior running back Reed Donnelly contributed 41 rushing yards on 12 carries, while Loose added 14 yards on his only reception of the night. Sophomore quarterback Jack Owens, making the first varsity start of his career, completed 4 of 16 pass attempts, for 33 yards. “Jack played well for his first varsity start as a sophomore,” said Townsend. “As the game went on, he became more comfortable. Jack is only going to get better each week. “Our offense was moving the ball all night on Odessa’s defense,” added Townsend. “We had a couple of costly penalties that caused our offense to get into some really long third- and fourth-down situations. That allowed Odessa to put more guys in the box, which made it harder to run and pass the ball.” Defensively, IR held the Ducks to 158 yards of total offense, including only 14 passing yards. Linebacker Loose led the Indians with eight total tackles and three stops for lost yardage, while senior linebacker Ty Weber added five stops and a quarterback sack. Seniors Landen Erbe and Dominick “The Dominator” Siedor each chipped in four tackles.
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IR girls’ volleyball handles Prep, 3-0, in 2026 season-opener By Mike Stern Staff Reporter The Indian River High School girls’ volleyball team handled host Worcester Prep, 3-0, in their 2026 season-opener on Tuesday, Sept. 8. The Indians (1-0) captured the first set, 25-19. They followed that success with a 25-17 triumph in the second set of the non-Henlopen Conference contest. IR went on to complete their sweep with a 25-18 victory in the third set.
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Guardians by the Sea Father-son NBBP lifeguards grow their relationship on the stands By Mike Stern Staff Reporter On vigilant watch. On guard. On the stand. On their toes. That is the job each day for a North Bethany Beach Patrol lifeguard from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on weekdays. While virtually everyone else around them on the beach is cavorting, reading, sleeping, talking or just taking in the magical salt air, the Guardians by the Sea are ready to spring into action. Even while being cordial to those who approach the lifeguard stand, they are always on alert. Their eyes remain on the swimmers even while they are sipping and chewing for sustenance during the long beach day. Someone’s life may be in danger. And they are the ones who can rescue swimmers in need. The Coastal Point is spotlighting one of these Guardians by the Sea with a beach lifeguard feature story each week during the summer season.
A transition from the beach to the lifeguard stand The beach, surf, salt air and his son and fellow lifeguard Ocean combined to capture North Bethnay Beach Patrol lifeguard Jon Ruckdeschel’s heart. He decided to make a dramatic transition, curtailing his career as an attorney to become a lifeguard. For nearly 30 years, Ruckdeschel had represented individuals and families suffering from asbestos-related cancers. The cancers were, he said, “caused by corporate greed and disregard for worker and consumer safety. I loved the work, and I loved being able to help my clients obtain some sense of justice during this awful time of their lives. But I no longer had the emotional stamina to continue the cycle of getting to know and care about my clients and then watching them all die. “My son, Ocean, suggested that I might be a good addition to North Bethany Beach Patrol after his second summer there in 2023,” added Jon Ruckdeschel, who has been a lifeguard for three summers. “Since I still swim competitively, I thought it would be a great opportunity to continue my transition away from practicing law. And it has been. I have found that I can be happy and still help people doing this type of work.” The elder Ruckdeschel is in the process of winding up his law practice while continuing to represent victims of asbestos-caused cancer.
“A few days later, a beachgoer sustained a brutal injury — a displaced clavicle fracture — while body surfing,” recalled Ruckdeschel. “Ocean was at the next stand with another guard, and they both responded to my call for backup.Thanks to our training, we were able to accurately ascertain the severity of the injury and safely stabilize and immobilize the patron’s arm.That relieved the pressure on his shoulder joint for his trip to the hospital. It was just a perfect example of why we work so hard in training, and the three of us were able to utilize the skills we had just learned together.To be able to share that experience with my son was priceless.” Ocean Ruckdeschel, 20, said his most memorable save was his first one. “A small child was being pulled out in a small rip current that formed out of nowhere,” recalled the younger Ruckdeschel. “The child started to go underneath the water, which was chest-deep.This situation impressed upon the youngster that the water can become dangerous quickly, even on a calm day.”
two miles of beach that includes private communities at Sussex Shores to the south and Breakwater Beach to the north.The patrol serves nine oceanfront homeowners associations situated north of the incorporated town of Bethany Beach. Since 2021, Capt. Delaney Smith has owned and operated the North Bethany Beach Patrol, which strives to be an effective and well-trained team that provides a safe beach and swimming environment for
visitors.The patrol uses proper rescue, firstaid and preventive lifeguard techniques, as well as enforcement of all applicable beach ordinances.
Growing the relationship with his son Jon Ruckdeschel said having the opSee LIFEGUARD page A38
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Olde Tymers Softball League crowns its end-of-season champion By Catherine Bunting Point Intern The Olde Tymers Softball League completed its double elimination end-of-season tournament last week, with the final four teams competing at the Church of God fields near the intersection of Routes 113 and 26 in Dagsboro. The final four teams were No. 5 Beam Construction (the last team from the winners’ bracket), No. 1 B&E Tire & Auto, No. 7 Community Bank of Delaware and No. 3 Tait’s Barbershop. In the end, Beam Construction knocked off B&E Tire & Auto to emerge as the tournament champion, winning five games with-
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out any losses. Here are the highlights of the final round: • Tuesday, Sept. 1 — B&E Tire & Auto 10, Community Bank Delaware 7 Keith Purdy and Greg Ward led the way for B&E’s offense with three hits apiece, while John Evanoff had two key hits and Chuck Emerson blasted a home run and walked twice. Defensively, outfielders Rob Ventura and Dave Januchowski made sure no balls even hit the grass, and the infield play was practically flawless. Ward registered two strikeouts as pitcher, and catcher Larry Geho snagged a foul ball to end the game. Community Bank Delaware was eliminated. • Wednesday, Sept. 2 — B&E Tire & Auto 6,Tait’s Barbershop 3
B&E’s defense played well behind pitcher Greg Ward, holding Tait’s to just three runs, with Chuck Emerson, Frank Edwards and Ward turning two double plays, and Rick Ficarra making great plays at third base. Dave Januchowski and Rob Ventura also made great catches in the outfield to keep Tait’s at bay. Offensively, Ward had three hits with a double, Ficarra had three hits, Ventura had two hits with a double, and Januchowski and Edwards also had two hits each.Tait’s Barbershop was eliminated. • Thursday, Sept. 3 (championship game) — Beam Construction 6, B&E Tire & Auto 5 With B&E up 5 runs to 3, Beam came back in the bottom of the sixth inning with
three runs to take the lead for good. For B&E, Joe Kankosy had three hits, Larry Geho had two hits with a double, and Rob Ventura and Frank Edwards each had two hits. Beam was led by Rob Gano’s three hits, along with great defense from infielders Doug Scott and Rick Cornacchini behind pitcher John Smart, who gave up only 14 runs in five tournament games. With the completed season, the league will begin its informal Fall Ball season on Sept. 15, and registrations for the 2027 season will be accepted starting Nov. 1. For more information, visit the OTS website at https://www.teampages.com/leagues/118816.
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The Indians will visit area rival Seaford on Friday, Sept. 11, for a 6 p.m. opening kickoff. The Bluejays,
defending Class 1A champs, handled AI duPont 49-0 in their seasonopener on Sept. 3. IR handed Seaford its only loss last season, 3526. “Seaford has a lot of athletes on their team,” said Townsend. “They have a good offense and a good defense. “We have to go into the game focused and prepared for whatever they throw our way,” he added. “We need a good week of practice and will continue to focus on blocking and tackling. We will also focus on correcting our mistakes from Week 1 and continue to improve each day.”
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Continued from page A35 portunity to work with his son Ocean on the beach and in the surf for the last three summers has been one of the true joys of his adult life. “It has allowed our relationship to grow from parent-child to friend and co-worker,” said Jon Ruckdeschel, who is 57 and stands 6-foot-2. “I would not trade that growth of our relationship for anything. Not many parents have the opportunity to be in a position where they have to strive to be as good as their child at something. But I work every day in the summer trying to be as good a lifeguard as Ocean.” “It has been nice spending this time with my dad during the last three years,” said Ocean Ruckdeschel. “And it has been fun being his supervisor for the last two summers. Not everybody gets to have their dad work for them.”
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The easiest part of the job According to Jon Ruckdeschel, the easiest part of his job is staying motivated. “The work is physically demanding and requires constant awareness of your surroundings,” said the elder Ruckdeschel, who was born in Washington, D.C. “But the rewards are self-evident and include working outside in a beautiful place to help people.” Ocean Ruckdeschel, who was born in Miami, Fla., said he considers his easiest responsibility rising early and going to work every day, “because it’s so enjoyable and rewarding.The most challenging part of my job is leading the patrol in workouts, because you have to strike a balance between difficulty and fun,” he added. Jon Ruckdeschel said he feels the toughest responsibility of the job is maintaining the high level of fitness necessary to perform a water rescue in dangerous surf. “We train for an hour every morning and during most lunch breaks to ensure that we remain in top physical condition,” he said. “At 57 years old, that hits me a bit differently than the 18- to 25-year-old guards on the squad.”
Having a deep impact on his lifeguard career Jon Ruckdeschel credited the patrol’s younger lifeguards for having a profound impact on his career as a lifeguard. “It’s easy in these challenging times to be pessimistic about our future as a society and country,” he said. “The wonderful young people that I have gotten to know during the last three years are a cure for that pessimism. All of these young men and women are thoughtful, dedicated, hardworking and kind. And you can see from the camaraderie between the different squads at competitions each week that these traits are shared by the hundreds of lifeguards on the Eastern Shore.” The senior Ruckdeschel’s long- and short-term goals are simply to continue to be a productive member of the patrol. “The community among lifeguards is very tightly-knit, and I am fortunate to be a part of it,” he said. Ocean Ruckdeschel said his goals are to keep improving as a lifeguard and officer on the patrol while continuing his education at the University of Wisconsin in Madison, Wisc.
A man named Ocean patrolling the ocean Leander Ocean Ruckdeschel’s name is rooted in the Southern Caribbean. “My parents chose my name after meeting two young men who were the divemasters on a scuba diving trip in the southern Caribbean islands of Carriacou, Leander and Ocean,” he said proudly. “When I was born, my parents wanted to name me Ocean, while giving me a first name that was more mainstream. So they named me Leander Ocean Ruckdeschel. I go by my middle name.”
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SHERIFF SALE By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, 15th day of September, 2026 At 9:30 AM & Thereafter At the Sussex County Sheriff's Office, West Complex, 22215 DuPont Boulevard, Georgetown, Delaware, Georgetown Hundred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, the following described real estate to wit: Tax Parcel: 234-17.00-278.00 Property Address: 32516 BAY HOLLOW 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 10/19/26. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on 10/23/26; subject to a 2 1/2 percent Delaware Realty Transfer Tax; 1 1/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 1 1/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser; and subject to 1 1/2 percent Sussex County Realty Tax, 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Any further Transfer Tax is the responsibility of the Purchaser. The Purchaser will be required to pay the cost of the deed. If the Purchaser fails to comply with these terms the percentum paid at the time of sale will be forfeited. Please make checks payable to: Sheriff of Sussex County. Seized and taken in execution the property of MARK BECKHAM MULLINS & CHRISTINE M. MULLINS (24) and will be sold by Robert T. Lee, Sheriff CP 20260904 2T
September 11, 2026
OFFICE OF REGISTER OF WILLS OF SUSSEX COUNTY STATE OF DELAWARE PO BOX 743; GEORGETOWN, DE 19947 (302)855-7875 Estate of Carolyn L. Robinson, Deceased. Notice is hereby given that Letters of Testamentary upon the estate of Carolyn L. Robinson who departed this life on July 3, 2026, late of Dagsboro, DE were duly granted unto Edwin R. Dorey and Brett H. Dorey on August 21, 2026 and all persons indebted to the said deceased are required to make payments to the said Executors without delay, and all persons having demands against the deceased are required to exhibit and present the same duly probated to the said Executors on or before March 3, 2027 or abide by the law in this behalf. Executors: Edwin R. Dorey Brett H. Dorey
ADDRESS: 27262 Dagsboro Rd., Millsboro, DE 19966 30493 Bunting Rd., Dagsboro, DE 19939
ATTORNEY: Parsons & Robinso, P.A. ADDRESS: 118 Atlantic Ave., Suite 401, Ocean View, DE 19970 Gregory Fuller, Sr., Register of Wills
CP 20260904 3T
TOWN OF MILLSBORO BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING On Wednesday, September 30, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. at the Millsboro Town Center, 322 Wilson Highway, Millsboro, Delaware, the Board of Adjustment for the Town of Millsboro will sit and hear the request from Chris Schaffner, submitted on behalf of property owner ADBM Properties, LLC, for a variance from the landscaping performance standards outlined in §210-41 of the Zoning Code. The subject property is zoned highway commercial (HC). The subject property is located at 28362 DuPont Blvd., Millsboro, Delaware, and has been assigned a Sussex County tax map and parcel number 133-16.00-105.00. 20260911 1T
SHERIFF SALE By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, 15th day of September, 2026 At 9:30 AM & Thereafter At the Sussex County Sheriff's Office, West Complex, 22215 DuPont Boulevard, Georgetown, Delaware, Georgetown Hundred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, the following described real estate to wit: Tax Parcel: 233-11.00-26.02 Property Address: 29043 HUDSON ROAD, 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 10/19/26. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on 10/23/26; subject to a 2 1/2 percent Delaware Realty Transfer Tax; 1 1/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 1 1/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser; and subject to 1 1/2 percent Sussex County Realty Tax, 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Any further Transfer Tax is the responsibility of the Purchaser. The Purchaser will be required to pay the cost of the deed. If the Purchaser fails to comply with these terms the percentum paid at the time of sale will be forfeited. Please make checks payable to: Sheriff of Sussex County. Seized and taken in execution the property of BRAD HARTLEY AS PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE ESTATE OF AARON FOSTER COGAR; SALLY ANN HARTLEY, HEIR & WILLIAM DON HARTLEY, HEIR (19) and will be sold by Robert T. Lee, Sheriff CP 20260904 2T
Coastal Point
September 11, 2026
A45
SHERIFF SALE By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, 15th day of September, 2026 At 9:30 AM & Thereafter
SHERIFF SALE By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, 15th day of September, 2026 At 9:30 AM & Thereafter
At the Sussex County Sheriff's Office, West Complex, 22215 DuPont Boulevard, Georgetown, Delaware, Georgetown Hundred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, the following described real estate to wit:
At the Sussex County Sheriff's Office, West Complex, 22215 DuPont Boulevard, Georgetown, Delaware, Georgetown Hundred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, the following described real estate to wit:
Tax Parcel: 533-13.00-31.00 Property Address: 37496 OLIVER DRIVE, Selbyville, DE 19975
Tax Parcel: 133-7.00-21.00 Property Address: 23335 ZOAR ROAD, Georgetown, DE 19947
Registration is required for all bidders prior to sale. A $4,000.00 deposit (Cash or Cashiers/certified check payable to Sheriff of Sussex County) and valid driver’s license or photo I.D. are required to register.
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 10/19/26. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on 10/23/26; subject to a 2 1/2 percent Delaware Realty Transfer Tax; 1 1/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 1 1/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser; and subject to 1 1/2 percent Sussex County Realty Tax, 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Any further Transfer Tax is the responsibility of the Purchaser. The Purchaser will be required to pay the cost of the deed. If the Purchaser fails to comply with these terms the percentum paid at the time of sale will be forfeited. Please make checks payable to: Sheriff of Sussex County.
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 10/19/26. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on 10/23/26; subject to a 2 1/2 percent Delaware Realty Transfer Tax; 1 1/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 1 1/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser; and subject to 1 1/2 percent Sussex County Realty Tax, 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Any further Transfer Tax is the responsibility of the Purchaser. The Purchaser will be required to pay the cost of the deed. If the Purchaser fails to comply with these terms the percentum paid at the time of sale will be forfeited. Please make checks payable to: Sheriff of Sussex County.
Seized and taken in execution the property of MIN LWIN & KAY THWE KYAW MYINT THEIN (1) and will be sold by Robert T. Lee, Sheriff
Seized and taken in execution the property of KELLY B. HORSEY (2) and will be sold by Robert T. Lee, Sheriff
CP 20260904 2T
CP 20260904 2T
SHERIFF SALE By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, 15th day of September, 2026 At 9:30 AM & Thereafter
SHERIFF SALE By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, 15th day of September, 2026 At 9:30 AM & Thereafter
At the Sussex County Sheriff's Office, West Complex, 22215 DuPont Boulevard, Georgetown, Delaware, Georgetown Hundred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, the following described real estate to wit:
At the Sussex County Sheriff's Office, West Complex, 22215 DuPont Boulevard, Georgetown, Delaware, Georgetown Hundred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, the following described real estate to wit:
Tax Parcel: 133-16.00-2062.00 Property Address: 31224 OLNEY WAY, Millsboro, DE 19966
Tax Parcel: 533-20.00-85.00 Property Address: 32773 WATCHTOWER DRIVE, Selbyville, DE 19975
Registration is required for all bidders prior to sale. A $4,000.00 deposit (Cash or Cashiers/certified check payable to Sheriff of Sussex County) and valid driver’s license or photo I.D. are required to register.
Registration is required for all bidders prior to sale. A $4,000.00 deposit (Cash or Cashiers/certified check payable to Sheriff of Sussex County) and valid driver’s license or photo I.D. are required to register.
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 10/19/26. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on 10/23/26; subject to a 2 1/2 percent Delaware Realty Transfer Tax; 1 1/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 1 1/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser; and subject to 1 1/2 percent Sussex County Realty Tax, 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Any further Transfer Tax is the responsibility of the Purchaser. The Purchaser will be required to pay the cost of the deed. If the Purchaser fails to comply with these terms the percentum paid at the time of sale will be forfeited. Please make checks payable to: Sheriff of Sussex County.
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 10/19/26. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on 10/23/26; subject to a 2 1/2 percent Delaware Realty Transfer Tax; 1 1/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 1 1/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser; and subject to 1 1/2 percent Sussex County Realty Tax, 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Any further Transfer Tax is the responsibility of the Purchaser. The Purchaser will be required to pay the cost of the deed. If the Purchaser fails to comply with these terms the percentum paid at the time of sale will be forfeited. Please make checks payable to: Sheriff of Sussex County.
Seized and taken in execution the property of KENNETH S. KIM & SANDRA E. JUNG (3) and will be sold by Robert T. Lee, Sheriff
Seized and taken in execution the property of ANTHONY KRAVITZ (6) and will be sold by Robert T. Lee, Sheriff
CP 20260904 2T
CP 20260904 2T
Coastal Point
A46
SHERIFF SALE By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, 15th day of September, 2026 At 9:30 AM & Thereafter At the Sussex County Sheriff's Office, West Complex, 22215 DuPont Boulevard, Georgetown, Delaware, Georgetown Hundred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, the following described real estate to wit: Tax Parcel: 133-16.00-1785.00 Property Address: 32030 MADISON 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 10/19/26. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on 10/23/26; subject to a 2 1/2 percent Delaware Realty Transfer Tax; 1 1/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 1 1/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser; and subject to 1 1/2 percent Sussex County Realty Tax, 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Any further Transfer Tax is the responsibility of the Purchaser. The Purchaser will be required to pay the cost of the deed. If the Purchaser fails to comply with these terms the percentum paid at the time of sale will be forfeited. Please make checks payable to: Sheriff of Sussex County. Seized and taken in execution the property of RICHARD A. DOYLE & CYNTHIA D. CHAPMAN-DOYLE (9) and will be sold by Robert T. Lee, Sheriff CP 20260904 2T
September 11, 2026
SHERIFF SALE By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, 15th day of September, 2026 At 9:30 AM & Thereafter At the Sussex County Sheriff's Office, West Complex, 22215 DuPont Boulevard, Georgetown, Delaware, Georgetown Hundred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, the following described real estate to wit: Tax Parcel: 233-6.00-78.01 Property Address: 30356 POWER PLANT ROAD F/K/A 1 POWER PLANT ROAD, 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 10/19/26. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on 10/23/26; subject to a 2 1/2 percent Delaware Realty Transfer Tax; 1 1/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 1 1/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser; and subject to 1 1/2 percent Sussex County Realty Tax, 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Any further Transfer Tax is the responsibility of the Purchaser. The Purchaser will be required to pay the cost of the deed. If the Purchaser fails to comply with these terms the percentum paid at the time of sale will be forfeited. Please make checks payable to: Sheriff of Sussex County. Seized and taken in execution the property of TAKESHA MAJOR (11) and will be sold by Robert T. Lee, Sheriff CP 20260904 2T
SHERIFF SALE By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, 15th day of September, 2026 At 9:30 AM & Thereafter
SHERIFF SALE By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, 15th day of September, 2026 At 9:30 AM & Thereafter
At the Sussex County Sheriff's Office, West Complex, 22215 DuPont Boulevard, Georgetown, Delaware, Georgetown Hundred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, the following described real estate to wit:
At the Sussex County Sheriff's Office, West Complex, 22215 DuPont Boulevard, Georgetown, Delaware, Georgetown Hundred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, the following described real estate to wit:
Tax Parcel: 134-11.00-57.00 Property Address: 34109 BURBAGE ROAD, Frankford, DE 19945
Tax Parcel: 234-29.00-640.00 Property Address: 27695 HARTFORD COURT, 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.
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 10/19/26. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on 10/23/26; subject to a 2 1/2 percent Delaware Realty Transfer Tax; 1 1/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 1 1/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser; and subject to 1 1/2 percent Sussex County Realty Tax, 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Any further Transfer Tax is the responsibility of the Purchaser. The Purchaser will be required to pay the cost of the deed. If the Purchaser fails to comply with these terms the percentum paid at the time of sale will be forfeited. Please make checks payable to: Sheriff of Sussex County.
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 10/19/26. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on 10/23/26; subject to a 2 1/2 percent Delaware Realty Transfer Tax; 1 1/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 1 1/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser; and subject to 1 1/2 percent Sussex County Realty Tax, 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Any further Transfer Tax is the responsibility of the Purchaser. The Purchaser will be required to pay the cost of the deed. If the Purchaser fails to comply with these terms the percentum paid at the time of sale will be forfeited. Please make checks payable to: Sheriff of Sussex County.
Seized and taken in execution the property of PAUL E. DAISEY (20) and will be sold by Robert T. Lee, Sheriff
Seized and taken in execution the property of ANTHONY A. DIGIUSEPPE (21) and will be sold by Robert T. Lee, Sheriff
CP 20260904 2T
CP 20260904 2T
Coastal Point
September 11, 2026
A47
BEFORE THE PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION OF THE STATE OF DELAWARE IN THE MATTER OF THE APPLICATION OF SUSSEX SHORES WATER COMPANY FOR A GENERAL INCREASE IN RATES(FILED AUGUST 11, 2026)
) PSC DOCKET ) NO. 26-0814
PUBLIC NOTICE OF APPLICATION OF SUSSEX SHORES WATER COMPANY FOR AN INCREASE IN WATER BASE RATES TO: ALL WATER CUSTOMERS OF SUSSEX SHORES WATER COMPANY: On August 11, 2026, Sussex Shores Water Company (“Sussex Shores”) filed an application (the “Application”) with the Delaware Public Service Commission (the “Commission”) seeking approval for an increase in its water base rates.
5/8" 3/4" 1" 1 1/2" 2"
$ $ $ $ $
95.14 112.44 185.34 989.71 2,472.43
$ $ $ $ $
123.46 145.80 240.32 1,283.32 3,205.90
Water Usage Charge (Gallons per Quarter) Existing Charge Proposed Charge Gallons per Quarter 0-5,000 Gallons $ 5,001-20,000 Gallons $ over 20,000 Gallons $
Current Rate 3.97 5.66 7.20
Proposed Rate $ $ $
5.15 7.34 9.34
Public Fire Hydrant Service (Quarterly Charge) Per Hydrant
Existing Charge $ 140.45
Proposed Charge $ 182.11
Private Fire Protection (Quarterly Charge) Size of Meter 1" 1 1/2" 2" 3" 4" 6" 10"
Existing Charge Proposed Charge $ 24.81 $ 32.17 $ 55.83 $ 72.39 $ 98.35 $ 127.52 $ 125.40 $ 162.59 $ 140.88 $ 182.67 $ 171.20 $ 221.98 $ 376.19 $ 487.77
In its Application, Sussex Shores seeks an increase in annual operating revenues of $644,896, or an increase of 29.66% over existing base rates. The following is a breakdown by service classification of Sussex Shores’s proposed increases:
On September 2, 2026, in Order No. 11089 the Commission, pursuant to 26 Del. C. § 306(a)(1), suspended the effect of the proposed new rates, tariff revisions and other requested relief pending further investigation, public comment sessions, and public evidentiary hearings, which will be held at a later date after further public notice. Sussex Shores intends to petition the Commission for authority to place a portion of its proposed increase in effect, subject to refund, no less than ninety (90) days after the August 11, 2026 filing date, pursuant to 26 Del. C. § 306(c). The Commission will make its decision on this matter on the basis of the record evidence taken at the public evidentiary hearings. The Commission may approve or reject, in whole or in part, the proposed increase and tariff revisions and may apply a different method for allocating any increase that it approves. You are invited to review Sussex Shores’s Application and supporting documents to determine how your interest may be affected by going to DelaFile (http://delafile.delaware.gov), the Commission’s docketing and file management system, and by searching for Docket No. 26-0814. If you wish to formally participate as a party in this matter, with the right to present evidence and be represented by counsel, you must file with the Commission a petition asking for leave to intervene in accordance with the requirements of the Commission's Rules of Practice and Procedure (26 Del. Admin. C. § 1001-2.9) on or before October 15, 2026. All such petitions should be filed in DelaFile according to the Commission’s rules (26 Del. Admin. C. § 1001-1.6.4). Petitions filed after the deadline of October 15, 2026, will not be considered except for good cause shown. If you would like to review documents at the Commission’s offices, please contact Crystal Beenick at (302) 736-7500 or send an email addressed to Crystal.Beenick@delaware.gov. If you wish to request copies of documents in this matter, please submit a Freedom of Information Act Request Form. The link to this form can be found by visiting this web address: https://sos.delaware.gov/foia-requests/. The Commission will respond to your request in accordance with the Delaware Freedom of Information Act, 29 Del. C. ch. 100. If you have a disability and wish to participate or to review the materials in this matter, please contact the Commission to discuss any auxiliary aids or services you might need to help you. You may contact the Commission in person, by writing, by telephone (including text telephone), by email, or other means. If you have questions about this matter, you may call the Commission at 1-800-282-8574 (toll-free in Delaware) or (302) 736-7500 (voice and text telephone). You may also send questions regarding this matter by Internet e-mail addressed to psc@delaware.gov with “Docket No. 26-0814” in the subject line. CP 20260911 1T
Coastal Point
A48 CLASSIFIED RATES
Line ads: $9.50 for 20 words, 25¢ per add’l word. Display ads: $9.50 per column inch. Non-commercial ads for items $1,000 or less are free up to 20 words. Yard Sales are $10.00
HELP WANTED WANTED BARBER OR STYLIST to rent a station. Full or Part Time, make your own hours. West Fenwick area. Contact Debi at 302-841-0191
ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES TOY SOLDIER collection For Sale. Call for details 908-801-9648 EMPRESS CHINA Service for 12 with creamer, sugar, 2 serving platters, 2 serving bowls, gravy bowl Maroon and gold trim with floral sprays 1950's. $450 609-247-3649 GALANTI FEATHERWEIGHT. 520 Accordian. From the 1960's. Very good condition. Leather case. Asking $450.00. 302-664-2005. Please leave message
September 11, 2026
Classifieds
Contact Jessica Heppding to place your Classified ad
302.539.1788 jessica.heppding@ coastalpoint.com
Classified Deadline is Tuesday at 4pm | Ads accepted from 9am – 4pm, Monday - Friday ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES
ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES
ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES
AUTOMOTIVE
BOATING & FISHING
WOODLAND ENOCH Wedgwood cream and sugar with serving tray and 2 tier serving dish. Marked Tunstall Ltd England Trademark Founded 1835 Made in England $90 for both 609-247-3649 POSTCARD COLLECTORS Supplies, sleeves, notebook pages. 302-539-9656 BARBIE DOLL Happin' Hair. Original box, all items included $20. 603.205.2909
LIONEL/AF S,O, STANDARD Track. Large Lot. Call for details 908-801-9648
ANTIQUE ELI TERRY JR & CO. 30 hour modified pillar scroll, wooden movement clock. Weight driven, circa 1830. Runs great, professional tune-up. $475 410-259-2300
NEW CAMPBELL HAUSFELD 8 gal air compressor 125 max psi 90% quieter 4x longer life ( unopened box) $210 703-973-7382 CREEPER Next to new $50 302-668-4795 CARGO DIVIDER Fits 2020 Tacoma & other years with bed rail system $200 302-217-2325 DONATE YOUR CAR/TRUCK/RV - Lutheran Mission Society of MD Compassion Place Ministries help local families with food, clothing, counseling. Tax deductible. MVA licensed #W1044. 410-228-8437 www.CompassionPlace.org WEATHER GUARD truck tool box for a full size pickup. Paid $900 five years ago. Asking $150 302-218-4661
WILDERNESS SYSTEMS Tarpon 120 Kayak, 12’, orange, good condition, with paddle. $900-1,200 new, selling for $495. You pick up or I can deliver locally. $495 202-999-0517 LEAD SINKERS Bank, Hatteras Trolling, Bell, Egg, Coin, etc. From 1oz up to 12oz. 25cents an ounce. Mix-N-Match. Also Jigs, Bucktails, & Surf Rigs avail. Starts at $1 302-542-9500 WALKER BAY 8’ SAILBOAT Good condition. Has all accessories. $800 Call 240-423-4366 3 BLADE PROPELLER Johnson Evinrude HP 70-90 & 110. Prop size 3/4 x 15’, 13 splines. Ideal for Pontoons $100 302-278-1441 50 AMP SHORE POWER cord, new ends $175. 4 offshore Penn International 50 Tuna trolling rods $200 each. Various freshwater Ambassador reels with rods $30 each 732-245-7264 YAKIMA JAY low foldable rooftop kayak cradle roof mounts. Never used, 2 boxes/4 cradles. $125/box or $225 for both. 203-644-4528 2002 NISSAN 9.8 HP BOAT MOTOR low hours excellent condition $525 OBO. 302-668-8752
US NAVY AIRCRAFT
Carrier Yearbooks. CVA 62 Independence 1959, 1960-61. CVS 20 Bennington 1965, 1966-67. CV 67 Kennedy 19-77 Photos Available 717-521-7955 $25 each
ANTIQUE TRUNK
Beautiful $60 757-810-8782 BEAUTIFUL CURIO CABINET. Glass framed doors, glass frame sides, glass shelves with light on top & bottom. Mirror back $500 firm 732-910-0505
ANTIQUE/VINTAGE POSTCARDS, 1000’s of cards, 100’s
of categories, DE, MD, VA, DC, etc. Holidays, Presidents, Women, Mainzer Cats, Bathing Beauties. 302-539-9656 PRIVATE COLLECTION 41 pieces Bing & Grondahl Christmas Plates. Only selling all together as a lot. From 1967 - 2007 in perfect mint condition $400 443-286-1481 BABY BUGGIES Over 100 years old. Perfect Conditioncall for details. Best offer 610-506-9179 DOLLS FROM THE 40S & 50S. Good condition. and doll accessories. Call for details. Best Offer 610-506-9179
APPLIANCES SUSSEX COUNTY HABITAT FOR HUMANITY RESTORE accepts donations of working appliances 10 years old or less for families in need. 302-855-1156 COLEMAN POWER compressor barely used very good cond $350 302-668-4795 MOTORCYCLE RAMP/HITCH Black Widow trailer hitch, brand new. Holds up to 600 lbs, paid $300, asking $250 571-436-9474
BOATING & FISHING
HELP WANTED
SCHOOL BUS DRIVERS
SEASONAL POSITIONS
Indian River School District. Will Train!
Domestic • Ramp Attendant • Maintenance Fuel Dock Attendant • Dock Hands
302.245.0315 GROUNDSKEEPER
Walk Mow Greens, Tees, & Trim Work
Apply online at: AA/EOE
statejobs.delaware.gov
3 ASSORTED SIZE COOLERS Best Offers! 757-535-6409 2 KAYAKS GREAT COND! NUCANOE Flint 12 & Native Slayer 12. $600 for both 609-226-3743 2 9FT KAYAKS Perception $300 each or $550 for both 302-258-5413
F/T (6 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.) P/T (6 a.m. - 10 a.m.) Seasonal or Year-Round
Students & Retirees welcome!
HELP WANTED
* Golfing privileges * Uniforms * $16/hour
Cripple Creek Golf and Country Club
302.539.8882
Now Hiring Year-round Dishwasher
a complete Property Maintenance company
Stop in for an application: 84 Atlantic Ave., Ocean View email resume: TheCafeOn26@verizon.net or call: 302.539.CAFE (2233)
FIELD MANAGER
Position entails interaction with customers, problem solving skills and general customer service. A little mechanical knowledge & bi-lingual are plusses.
Now hiring high rise condominium/full time building maintenance techs. Great Benefit plan/paid time off! Apply online at troon.com/careers - company location Sea Colony Assoc East Email bethann.steele@seacolony.com Call 302-541-8831 for an interview
SUPERINTENDENT • FOREMAN LEAD MECHANICS • CARPENTERS • CAULKERS PAINTERS • CONCRETE/REPAIRS • LABORERS WAREHOUSE • ALSO INTERVIEWING FOR SUBCONTRACTORS
All States Construction is now hiring HVAC company with over 20 years’ experience is seeking an
WE OFFER: Full-Time, Monday - Friday, occasionally Saturday. Competitive pay, great benefits, paid holidays and vacation.
EXPERIENCED SERVICE TECH
Send your resume to:
We offer
gherker@comcast.net - and gherker@herkerinc.com
Join the Sea Colony East Maintenance Team!
Vacation Health Insurance 401K Sales Commission
Submit resume at: BladesHVAC.com
Excellent Pay & Competitive Benefits Package Available 401K • Paid Holidays/Vacation • Health Insurance
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Coastal Point
September 11, 2026
A49
BOATING & FISHING
FURNITURE
LAWN & GARDEN
MISCELLANEOUS
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FISHING GEAR. Surf, Trolling, and Boat Rods. Landing nets, cast nets, and lures. Contact Ted 302-539-8053 or 302-547-4348
LOVE SEAT with two foot rests and two sets of cushion coverswhite and tan. Picture available $50 Call 717-576-6293 PAIR OF DRESSERS Brown, great shape, 3 drawers each, 18.5x34x28.5. $20 for both 410-939-7714 SECTIONAL SOFA with Chaise. Lt. Sand- Like new $800 or best offer. Text/Call 240-832-1186 Ocean View 2 BEDROOM LAMPS slim, ornate, black with small flowers, good cond, pics avail $45 717-521-7955
CRAFTSMAN EDGER/TRIMMER gas powered, good cond. $100 302-668-4795 BLUE 10 x 10 QUEST TENT slant leg canopy, used once $28 443-386-4820 CRAFTSMAN 3.2 AMP 17” corded hedge trimmer, T-handle design. New in box. $40 302-664-2005 HUSQVARNA gas leaf blower $40 302-897-4914 JOHN DEERE Riding mower 170. $475 302-217-0450 CRAFTSMAN BRUSHLESS Lithium V20 weed whacker, good cond, pics avail $55 717-521-7955 AMISH MADE LIGHTHOUSE Red, white, & blue, 54”. Top comes off to change bulb, electric cord with timer. Like new, was $825, selling for $250 Call 302-988-1207 leave message HUSQVARNA 130L GAS Weed Whacker stored indoors with manual $95 732-637-2804 16-32’ EXTENSION LADDER $45. Leave Message 302-539-5209 COBALT 7" CIRCULAR Wet Tile Saw $100 OBO 410-726-8099 DEERE Tractor/Lawnmower. 36” cut, 19 horsepower. Like New. $900 firm 302-396-5450 55 GALLON BARRELS Metal or plastic. For burning, storage, floating docks, rain barrel, live bait, flush tank, planters/pots etc start at $35ea 302-542-9500 LARIN 5” BENCH VICE All purpose $25, Craftsman 10” compound miter saw $25, 6” bench grinder $25 OBO for all. 302-539-3771 “BILLYGOAT” LAWN VACUUM Excellent Condition $100 text 302-745-4122 LIKE NEW/USED MEDICAL equipment. INVACARE electric wheelchair $400. Feather lightweight wheelchair $400. INVACARE Hospital bed $200. Please leave message 302-470-9335
LARGE BLICKMAN BREWING
SHARK MATRIX ROBOTIC Vacuum. Model RV2310AE. Gently used, works great, self empty for 45 days, Great on carpet or hardwood. Has always been in a pet free home, text for pics $150 302-858-6633 WINDMILL WINDOW AC Wifi/remote, 10,000 BTU, covers 450sq ft, new in box. Originally $529, selling for $450, cash only 302-258-3712
AUDIEN HEARING The worlds first hearing aid with touchscreen controls. No tiny buttons, apps or prescriptions. 45-day risk free trial. Free shipping. Lifetime support. More than 1.5 milion happy customers. Call Audien 1-888-410-0534 COMFORT AIRE Air Conditioner, 12,000 BTU window unit with remote. Used for 2 months, like new $185 302-258-8893 WOMENS GENUINE HARLEY DAVIDSON Large Leather Riding Jacket $50 410-713-9114 MIKASA WHOLE WHEAT DESIGN 12 piece place setting dishes with serving pieces. Excellent condition. Asking $60.00. 302-664-2005. lv msg BATHTUB/SHOWER Sliding glass doors with miorror & oak trim. Good condition $35 302-841-0407 ALL ELECTRIC 10” table saw, large belt sander, medium belt sander, smal belt sander, joiner, and flour drill press. 302-334-7317 PORTABLE GENERATOR Generac Wheel House by Briggs & Stratton 5550 Rated Watts $425.00 302-218-4661 SINGER 301A SLANT NEEDLE Sewing Machine, wood Cabinet Orig book/attachments, case w-button holler, thread/needles, Serial # 177027. $325 302-537-2464 SEARS KENMORE sewing machinew/case, attach., box needles, etc.Mod # 158.17560, Serial # 0061174$135. 302-537-2464 2 AC UNITS Row Excellent Condition. Will cool 2-3 rooms $100 302-559-0848 FABERWARE 12" electric stainless steel skillet/warmer with lid and heating control.$45.00. 302-537-5148 BLACKSTONE 28" GRIDDLE Brand new, unopened. Comes with 36-piece accessory set. Ideal for backyard, tailgating, camping, or beach. $190. Call 856-630-1971 WOMENS CLOTHES New & lightly used sizes large - 2x call 9am-1pm for details 302-858-4225 PREPARE FOR OUTAGES today with a Generac Home Standby Generator. Act now to receive a FREE 5-Year warranty with qualifying purchase. Call 1-855-9930969 today to schedule a free quote. Its not just a generator. Its a power move. PICTURES & FRAMES All Sizes. Make Offer 302-644-7234
ELECTRONICS & TV’S SAMSUNG SMART HUBHDTVs.Two 32” $40ea one 24” $25. Excellent condition 302-249-5890 GET BOOST INFINITE! Unlimited Talk, Text and Data For Just $25/mo! The Power Of 3 5G Networks, One Low Price! Call Today and Get The Latest iPhone Every Year On Us! 855-977-5719 40 INCH SONY HDTV with stand. Excellent Condition $50.302-436-5836 32” TOSHIBA TV very good cond. $100 410-218-1970 DIGITAL CANNON VIDEO Camcorder. Optuna 200 with multiple accessories but no battery charger $30 OBO. 703-346-1632
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FREE REMOVAL of your unwanted appliances and all things metallic. 302-339-7691 FREE SOHMER PIANO You haul, good condition. Dagsboro/Clarksville area 301-316-6015 FREE BEVELED MIRROR 36”x54” lv msg 302-537-2856 FREE! Downed TREES from recent storms in Ocean View; bring chain saw to cut trees felled from storm. Stock up for cold winters /fireplaces. Call for location. 240-200-4656 FREE! Lightly used elliptical machine. In great shape. You pick it up, it’s yours (Bethany Beach)! Call 703-258-4337 FREE! Garage door used 7 x 16 you pick up Call 302-537-4390 FREE! 5 collapsible shelving units. Ocean View, must pick up. 443-745-7812
FURNITURE 4 BAR STOOLS Contemporary square white, chrome & swivel. Height adjustable, exellent condition $280 call for pics 302-293-6035 BLACK METAL FRAME adjustable to fully folding flat lounge chair with carry handles includes soft greyblack fabric reversible/ washable cushion with removal head pillow. Like new $45 941-405-7755 CHERRY QUEEN Bed frame, great condition $50 215-385-2146
BEAUTIFUL DISPLAY CABINET
Glass shelves, glass framed doors, & glass framed sides with mirror back & lights on top and bottom $500 cash 732-910-0505 PRIVACY CURTAINS for screened porch. 8 panels, brass grommit hangers, 54 x 80, off white 757-535-6409 OUTDOOR BISTRO SET $40 443-763-1378 2 WICKER STACKED chaise lounge chairs $100 for both, good cond 302-663-0801 Peggy
RATTAN KITCHEN SET
with 4 chairs and 54" glass top. Looks like new, only used a few times. $1400 new asking $400 Call 410-430-9402 HAMPTON BAY PATIO SET Aluminum w/4 swivel chairs. New slings in 2023, umbrella & base. Stored in garage in winter $300 845-891-5330 PATIO FURNITURE. Loveseat & Chair with Cushions $75 Selbyville 410-688-5483 OUTDOOR FURNITURE. 2 Chairs with cushions & foot stools with matching glass top coffee table. $400 302-663-9326 HO SCALE TRAIN 4 x 8 layout you must pick up. $500. Call for more info 302-448-0772 BROYHILL SOLID CHERRY Wall Unit. Beautiful in excellent condition. Measures 120" L × 18" D × 76" H. Features lighted display cabinets with actual glass shelving, enclosed storage, and classic Broyhill craftsmanship. Breaks down into four 30-inch sections for easy moving and transport. $750 OBO. Call or text 856-630-1971. Millville, DE LONG WOODEN DRESSER 8 drawers. Comes with 3 tiered mirror. Will text pics. Excellent condition, no pets, no smoke $170 firm 302-278-8498 LEATHER RECLINER with Ottoman. Recliner; 32”w x 37”h. Ottoman: 21” x 17” x 16”h. Circular wood base. $140 302-537-5148
MISCELLANEOUS 55 PIECES OF PHALTZGRAFF Northwinds pattern, white with a blue and green stripe around edge.11 dinner plates, cups and saucers with lots of serving pieces to match. $150.00 REDUCED $99 302-228-0346 ASSORTED HAND TOOLS Wrenches, sockets, saws, screwdrivers, etc. Photos & description available. Was $125, REDUCED $75 Call or Text. 603.205.2909 2 ELECTRIC BASEBOARD HEATERS
one 15ft $250, one 30” $50 443-373-1550 POWERWASHER 2700 PSI with extra hoses, tips, and other items. Askin $325 484-919-0565
Equipment. Includes everything to brew 2 cases. Burner, pot, chiller, bottles, bottler, caps, carboys, and all small things needed. Call 302-448-9815 $900 firm SIENNA BOX EASEL Adjustable Plein Air Painting Tripod + carrying case, strap with Sienna tripod adapter. Adjustable Wood canvas holder+ storage box solid wood glass palette retail cost separately pieces total $600. All included sale price $350 941-405-7755 12FT WERNER fiberglass ladder. Garage kept $125 302-530-8972 COLEMAN GENERATOR Model # 85432. 5k watts and Briggs $ Stratton motor. Asking $250 215-514-9111 6 REALTOR OPEN HOUSE Frames. 26” x 28”heavy metal A-Frames sidewalk signs. Great for Open Houses. All 6 for $30 text for pics 302-858-6633 DENTAL INSURANCE from Physicians Mutual Insurance Company. Coverage for 400 plus procedures. Real dental insurance - NOT just a discount plan. Do not wait! Call now! Get your FREE Dental Information Kit with all the details! 1-855-337-5228 www.dental50plus.com/MDDC #6258
EMMERSON BEVERAGE cooler 17”x 33” glass front $100 410-218-1970 SHARK LIGHTWEIGHT stick vacuum orig. $199 asking $100 410-218-1970 ASSORTED TOOLS for Woodworking. Saws, chisels, benches, vice, grinders, etc. 302-541-8008 QUARTZ INFARED portable electric heater on rollers w/remote 13”x16”x19” $125 443-373-1550 CAMERA EQUIPMENT Nikon FG-20 camera, 55mm Vivitar 35-105mm macro focusing zoom, Soligor c/d zoom and macro 95-310mm, Tamon MC tele converter 2x, Nikon speedlight, Nikon lens series E 50mm, 4 Tiffen lenses, whole lot $110 717-521-7955 KODAK PIXPRO FZ55 digital camera with essentials kit, brand new never used $115 717-521-7955 BOSE QUIET COMFORT 15 acoustic niose cancelling headphones with case never used $30 717-521-7955 AMERICAN TOURISTER Hard suitcase, combination, rollers. 26” x 20” x 8” $50 443-373-1550
20lb STEEL PROPANE TANKS
Empty ones to use for exchanges $25. 100% full (37lbs/5gal) $45, a few partial full $30 302-542-9500 BRAND NEW PURE WICK
system w/30 new external catheters. Never used, never opened, cost $460 will sell for $350 302-539-5021 PRIDE MOBILITY JAZZY
Select power wheelchair. Like new $600 will deliver locally 302-539-5021 DEWALT HEAVY DUTY compressor kit 18ga nailer, brand new, never used $200 757-535-6409 9ft GREEN SUNBRELLA Patio umbrella + 50lb base. Used twice, paid $400, asking $125. Call Jon 484-340-2752 WE BUY HOUSES for Cash AS IS! No repairs. No fuss. Any condition. Easy three step process: Call, get cas offer and get paid. Get your fair cash offer today by calling Liz Buys Houses: 1-866-541-7929 ORIGINAL LITTLE GIANT aluminum ladder $100. Little Giant 8 foot aluminum extension plank extends to 13 feet $45 302-530-8972 REGAL FOOD PROCESSOR Comes w/guide. Very good cond. $25 302-668-4795 PASTA POT Comes w/lid & strainer. Excellent cond white $20 302-668-4795 CRIVET QUICK UP POOL with filter pump 317gal still in box $40 301-875-7061 2 CHAIRS $15ea. 2 swivel chairs $15ea. Conventional microwave oven $95. All good condition. Please leave message 301-802-0431 BABY/PET GATE adjustable 42” x 24” $30 443-926-4174 WHITE SINGER featherweight sewing machine $200 908-801-9648 HOOVER LEGACY UPRIGHT vacuum good cond pics avail $50 717-521-7955 POLK AUDIO R150 Bookshelf Speakers, black, brand new in carton. $125 443-790-0507
Coastal Point
A50 MISCELLANEOUS
MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS
MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS
BRASS CHANDELIER Design House Millbridge with 5 clear glass shades. Lowes item # 1345522. Now only $20 302-542-9500 TWIN 100FT TANKS with manifold $500. 302-854-9498 POWERBACK 5250 WATTS GENERATOR excellent condition. $200 302-745-4122
GUITAR TUNER works great and easy to use $12 302-436-9005 YAMAHA KEYBOARD PSR190. Like new $100 OBO 703-209-1787 PREMIER AMP Twin 12” speakers 1963 tube/trem mic. Excellent Condition, $975. 302-541-8187 4PC DRUM SET with high hats & stands, cymbals, & options $175 302-278-1441 CASIO KEYBOARD LK210 with light up keys $70 410-382-2033 CB 10 LUG 14x7 1/2 Chrome Drum Snare. Aquarian Head 40 Strand Snares. Great Sound! $89. 302-278-1441 SELMER ALTO SAXAPHONE plus other items in case. Great for beginner or intermediate player. $175 (cash only) 301-275-8062
YAMAHA S3 Aluminum high hat stand $95. Used Zildjian Mastersound 14” high hats $239. Zildjian ZBT 13”high hats $59 302-278-1441
MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS GALANTI FEATHERWEIGHT 520 ACCORDION. From the 1960's. Very good condition. Leather case. Asking $450.00. 302-664-2005. Please leave message. 4PC DRUM SET with high hats & stands, cymbals, & options $145. 13” ZBT high hat cymbals, like new $65 302-278-1441 GIBSON EPIPHONE DOT with hard case $350 lv msg 302-537-2856
SEEKING SEEKING LONG TERM RENTAL. Are you tired of renting your home by the week to strangers and paying for clean ups and matienence? I am a clean responsible Mother Looking for a 2 bedroom year round rental in Sussex County DE or Eastern Shore MD. Stable Career and Income History Available. Background Check Available. Great references! No smoking and No pets. Please text or call and leave a message 443-397-6810 SEEKING EMPLOYMENT FOR EVENINGS & WEEKENDS. I am reliable, hardworking, and take pride in doing a great job. Available for part-time work during evenings and weekends. Cleaning, Meal Prep, Shopping, Laundry, etc. DEPENDABLE, TRUSTWORTHY, DETAIL ORIENTED Please text or call and leave a message 443-397-6810
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This Week
Ë Fri, Sat, & Sun Sept 11th, 12th & 13th 9:30am - 5pm Come down to The Antique Junction! Highest Offer on the contents of two sheds. Best offer takes all. Everything must go! Located on Church St. next to the Railroad tracks in Selbyville
Ë Fri & Sat Sept 11th & 12th 9am - 2pm Rain or Shine Little Country Store Business Closing TAG & Yard Sale! Remaining store inventory, power tools, tools, CHRISTMAS, furniture, Halloween, Store display pieces, vintage and antiques. Held indoors. 30688 Armory Road Frankford DE near Parsons Farm Ë Sat Sept 12th 8am - 12pm Rain or Shine The Auxiliary of the Millville Vol. Fire Co. will be hosting a YARD & BAKE SALE! Breakfast & Lunch will be served. Location is at the Millville Vol. Fire Co - Station 1 35554 Atlantic Ave, Millville, DE 19967
Ë Sat Sept 12th 8am - 12pm Rain or Shine Whartons Bluff Large Community Yard Sale! Something for Everyone! Diagonally across from Millsboro Elementary
Ë Sat Sept 12th 8am - 1pm Rain or Shine Yard sale at the Selbyville Elks Lodge #2173. Reserve a spot for $20, contact: Jennifer 410-991-7690. At 10am we will also be selling B-B-Que chicken platters for $12. 13308 Worcester Hwy, Bishopville, MD 21813 Ë Sat Sept 12th 8am - 1pm Rain or Shine Multi Family Yard Sale! Clothing, household, vinyl records, CDs, DVDs, holiday decor. Something for Everyone! 3 Frontier Drive, Ocean View, DE 19970
Ë Sat Sept 12th 8am - 1pm Rain or Shine Multi Family Yard Sale! Plantation Park. A bit of Everything! 37201 Florida Circle, Frankford, DE 19945
Upcoming
Ë Sat Sept 19th 9am - 1pm Rain Date 9/26 First Time Ever, Large Community Sale at Peninsula Lakes! Over 50+ Homes Participating! 28075 Purple Martin Circle, Millsboro, DE 19966 Don’t miss the biggest sale of the year!
SMALL OFFICE & BAY near Hospital on 17. Ideal for Mechanics or for Storage 35146 Sweetgum Lane Frankford DE 19945 Call for details 301-873-0394
September 11, 2026
SERVICES OFFERED I am an experienced, honest and reliable caregiver looking to assist with general care, meal prep, light housekeeping, laundry, companionship & running errands. Available 5-20hrs per week in the Bethany Beach area.
302-824-0789.
SPORTS & EXERCISE WOMENS GOLF APPAREL 17 shirts size L, 5 skirts size 10, 5 jackets & zip sweater, 1 shoe bag. Like new condition. $50 for all 757-685-7002 2 7 SPEED ADULT SCHWINN touring bikes. Womens is purple. Mens is grey tall frame. Garage kept, used 3 times. $150 total 443-995-2783 EXTREME POWER Exercise bike. Battery operated 6 function display, adjustable pedal straps, easy to break down to store or move, max weight 220lbs $80 610-800-4949 BIKES One Mens $30 & one Girls 16” $30. Please leave message 301-802-0431 LIKE NEW "Used TWICE"Ladies SUN 3-wheel bike, garage kept, covered. $401 FIRM. 302-537-2464
20” 3 WHEEL BIKE with 7 speeds. Brand new $450 selling for $300 757-810-8782 TEETER INVERSION TABLE $50 443-687-6126 REDUCED! TREADMILL 800W basic, no-frills, folding, has wheels, hardly used, has instruction manual. $95 (Cost $375). Local Bethany. (302) 539-9656. STREET STRIDER 7i Elliptical Bike with indoor trainer stand $700 410-713-9114 call or text 5 RED TIGER RANGE FINDERS for $150 total and 12 other range findersof various brands. All for $450 302-265-6646 BINOCULARS Swift NightHawk 7x50 with case. Exellent cond., rarely used $50 302-537-7348 6 ROUND BAR WEIGHTS 20lbs total, plus 2 wrap weights. Make offer 302-537-7348 PANAMA JACK BEACH Cruiser. Orange wow, one speed, good condition, very little usage 302-381-6482 9’ LONGBOARD Stretch Cover Socks, Blue $8 each 410-939-7714 leave message
SPORTS & EXERCISE CALDWELL BALLISTIC precision chronograph. New in box. Works with bows, rifles, pistols, & paintball $50 301-875-7061 3 WHEEL KIDS BIKE Brand new, was $575, now $300 757-810-8782 DISC GOLF BASKET Go Sports 24 Chain. New in box, paid $145 Selling for $100 410-939-7714 MENS BIKE 26” Schwinn 7spd. Never used, $300 new, asking $100 302-229-7898
WANTED BILLIARDS POOL CUE Stick. 2 piece with case 302-537-3880 USED COMPONENT Reversable Dual Cassette Deck and used CD Player in good condition 410-227-8507
SCHWINN BICYCLE HELMETS
New, never used 1 red, 1 blue $20 each 302-539-4367 LIKE NEW LADIES BIKE $125 OBO 302-663-0636 LIKE NEW LADIES Complete Golf Set $125 OBO 302-663-0636
RENTALS All units are N/S, N/P unless otherwise noted. Credit application and security deposit required. Waterside Apts.: 2BR/2BA 1st and 2nd floor apt. $1,700 per month + utilities. Bethany Bay: 2BR/2BA furnished 2nd floor condo in Ocean View. $1,800 per month + utilities. Plantation Lakes: 3BR/3BA 3 story townhome in Millsboro. $2,050 per month + utilities. No pets. Irons Lane, Dagsboro: 3BR/2BA rancher in Dagsboro. $2,200 per month + utilities. Forest Reach: 3BR/2BA furnished single level home in Frankford. $2,200 per month + utilities Bunting Road, Dagsboro: 2BR/2BA farmhouse with outbuildings. $2,300 per month + utilities.
White’s Creek Manor: 3BR/2BA single level unfurnished home in Ocean View. $2,350 per month + utilities. Woodlands of Pepper’s Creek: 3BR/2.5BA villa with 1 car garage in Dagsboro. $2,300 per month + utilities. Fairway Villas: 3BR/2.5BA unfurnished single family home on the golf course. $2,600 per month + utilities. Fairway Village: 5BR/3BA furnished single family home in Ocean View. $2,500 per month + utilities and 6% rental tax. Blackwater Village: 4BR/2.5BA single family home with detached garage in Dagsboro. $2,600 per month + utilities. Bayside at Bethany Lakes: 3BR/2.5BA, 2 story townhome in Ocean View. $2,600 per month + utilities.
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Coastal Point
September 11, 2026
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Coastal Point
A52
September 11, 2026
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26409 KINGFISHER RD, OCEAN VIEW Huge PRICE DROP has this property BELOW MARKET PRICE at $550,000!! Make Your appointment to see it NOW! $550,000 for: A 4 bd | 4.5 ba townhome; an office could be a 5th bd; Over 3,000 sq. ft.; Premium features everywhere & in Bay Forest w/pools, pickleball, fitness center, marina access, beach shuttle & more. $550,000 (DESU2104984) Call Danny Taglienti (c) 410-430-2721
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112 5TH ST, BETHANY BEACH A rare ocean-block opportunity in downtown Bethany Beach. Just moments from the beach, boardwalk, shops and restaurants of downtown Bethany. With no existing home or mature trees to remove, buyers can skip the demolition and clearing process and move directly toward engineering, design and permitting for their future beach home. This unencumbered lot will save the buyer precious time in the building process. Opportunities to build from the ground up this close to the ocean and downtown Bethany are increasingly difficult to find. $2,295,000 (DESU2119838) Call Logan Burke (c) 443-797-9217
LOT 14 CLUBHOUSE, OCEAN VIEW Banks Harbor Retreat. This lovely .26 acre lot is ready for your dream home. Build when you're ready, not according to a developer timeline! No builder tie-in, sewer and water available. Water access, this lot is only 3 miles to Bethany Beach. Sewer impact fee due at building permit. $145,000 (DESU2110410) Call Sandy Greene (c) 302-745-2382
38310 RIVER BIRCH DRIVE, SELBYVILLE Enjoy modern comfort and coastal charm in this completely updated canal-front beauty in KeenWik on the Bay, just 2.5 miles from the beach. Abundant natural light, serene water views, an open floor plan, den, sunny 3-season sunroom, and multi-level rear deck create inviting spaces for relaxing and entertaining. Boaters will appreciate the new vinyl-clad bulkhead, dock and lift, with quick access to Assawoman Bay for fishing, waterfront dining, sunset cruises, and more. Make your plan to see this one soon! It is move-in ready and won’t last long. $999,000 (DESU2120024) Call Nancye Vermillion (c) 302-500-9255
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30082 VINES CREEK ROAD, DAGSBORO Enjoy privacy and space with this 3-bedroom, 2-bath single-level home available with 1.5 acres. The property features impressive outbuildings, including a detached pole barn with ample clearance for an RV or motorhome plus generous storage. Attached to the pole barn is a fully finished “man cave” complete with a full bar, seating, living area, and large flat-screen TV, ideal for entertaining. An additional “she shed” provides flexible space for hobbies or relaxation. Agent is owner. $649,900 (DESU2102018) Call Brad Absher (c) 302-214-LAND
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Pam Pridgeon (c) 302-249-1367
36533 WILD ROSE CIR, SELBYVILLE Set up to see this large, furnished 5 bedroom | 3 bathroom home with 2car garage. Upgrades: spacious deck w/ an awning, shiplap, crown molding plus NEW: carpet, W/D, refrigerator, dishwasher & bathrooms. In popular Bayside w/ amenities: premier golf course, Freeman stage, 2 bar & grille, pools, fitness center pickleball, tennis & more!! $850,000 (DESU2114864) Call Danny Taglienti (c) 410-430-2721
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132 OCTOBER GLORY AVE UNIT B, OCEAN VIEW Enjoy coastal living in this spacious, fully furnished (with a few exclusions) 3-bedroom, 3bath villa in the sought-after Village at Bear Trap Dunes. Offering over 2,000 square feet of well-maintained living space, this inviting home features an open floor plan, a cozy gas fireplace, a bright, sun-filled interior with pond and golf course views. Whether you're searching for a primary residence, a vacation getaway, or an investment property, this home offers exceptional value and versatility. $435,000 (DESU2115136) Call Betsy Perry (c) 301-938-1472
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2 E ATLANTIC ST #1, FENWICK ISLAND PRICE IMPROVEMENT - Reduced 25k. Just steps to the beach - Oceanside - Adorable and affordable Fully Furnished and Turnkey bungalow style first level condo, 3 bed, 1 bath, screened in porch, 2 designated parking spots! Ideal beach getaway- just park your car and walk to beach, shops, restaurants, entertainment. Located outside town limits so no town tax. Welcome to the Delaware Beach lifestyle! Asking $649,900 (DESU2098432) Call Chrisy Tingle (c) 302-377-4159
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674 TINGLE AVE, BETHANY BEACH PRICE IMPROVEMENT. AMAZING OPPORTUNITY - Rarely available- Desirable lot in Tingle Addition- Less than a mile to the Beach. Design and build the home you’ve always wanted with peaceful wetland views providing a private natural backdrop. No HOA, No Builder Tie In and Low Taxes…close to Beach,shopping, restaurants and entertainment. Getting to town is a breeze- simply walk, bike, take the trolley or use your Bethany Beach parking permit! Welcome to the Delaware Beach Life! Asking $899,900 (DESU2116058) Call Chrisy Tingle (c) 302-377-4159
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903 CHESAPEAKE HOUSE, BETHANY BEACH JUST LISTED- Gorgeous turnkey beachfront penthouse condo with unobstructed ocean views. This immaculate 2 level renovated property boasts 2 Bed, 2.5 Bath, high cathedral ceilings, beautiful furnishings and decor! Incredible Beach Retreat in Sea Colony East- an amenity rich Resort Style gated community offering 12 pools(2 indoor)world class tennis/pickleball, state of the art fitness centers and more! Asking $825,000 (DESU2119494) Call Chrisy Tingle (c) 302-377-4159
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