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Dana Paskins announces county council candidacy

Retired Air Force veteran Dana Paskins officially declared her candidacy for Sussex County Council Oct. 13 at a kickoff event at the Lewes library. Paskins, a Democrat, is running for the District 3 seat currently held by Republican Mark Schaeffer. The election will be held in November 2024. District 3 encompasses an area from Slaughter Beach to Delaware Bay and includes Lewes, Rehoboth Beach and Dewey Beach. A retired Air […]

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Lewes says goodbye to city manager

, The City of Lewes held a farewell reception for outgoing City Manager Ann Marie Townshend Oct. 12. Elected leaders, co-workers, former colleagues and friends filed into council chambers throughout the afternoon to say goodbye. “It was a great experience. I’m going to miss it a lot,” Townshend said.  Townshend received a proclamation from the city at her final council meeting Oct. 9. She said she is proud of what […]

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Rehoboth Beach announces hiring of first city planner

, After a months-long search, Rehoboth Beach has announced the hiring of Mary Ellen Gray as its director of planning and community development.  City Manager Laurence Christian announced the hire during a commissioner workshop Oct. 10. The next day, Gray said she’s honored, humbled, grateful and excited to be given the opportunity to be the city’s first planning director. “I'm looking forward to getting started,” she said, in an email Oct. […]

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Two Lewes groups to meet Oct. 19

The Lewes Johnnie Walker Beach Subcommittee will meet at 5 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 19, at city hall. The agenda includes an update on possible construction of a replica pavilion, along with review of historic photos, and discussion on ideas for displays and signs.  The Lewes African American Heritage Commission will meet at 6 p.m., Oct. 19, at city hall. The agenda includes discussion of ideas from Art in Bloom, and […]

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Wilkerson found guilty for murder of Cpl. Keith Heacook

, , , , A Delaware Superior Court judge found Randon Wilkerson guilty of two counts of first-degree murder in the death of Delmar police officer Cpl. Keith Heacook, a Cape Henlopen High School graduate.  Wilkerson, 32, sat passively in court during a short bench trial Oct. 16, as Judge Craig Karsnitz found him guilty of 16 charges related to a night of violence that also included the assault of […]

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Local Sports

Former Girl Scout treasurer charged in stealing

A former Girl Scouts treasurer faces charges after police say she stole more than $12,000 from a local troop. Delaware State Police began investigating in January after a Girl Scouts troop representatives contacted them about theft of funds, police said. Following a 10-month investigation, police said, troopers learned that Kelly M. Raab, 52, of Frankford, issued and cashed fraudulent checks, and made unauthorized payment card transactions during her time as treasurer with the […]

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Sports

Former Girl Scout treasurer charged in stealing

A former Girl Scouts treasurer faces charges after police say she stole more than $12,000 from a local troop. Delaware State Police began investigating in January after a Girl Scouts troop representatives contacted them about theft of funds, police said. Following a 10-month investigation, police said, troopers learned that Kelly M. Raab, 52, of Frankford, issued and cashed fraudulent checks, and made unauthorized payment card transactions during her time as treasurer with the […]

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Female entrepreneurs honored at Rehoboth Beach Jazz Festival

, , , , , , , The DD Entrepreneurial Foundation awarded three female business owners with grants Oct. 15 before the Grand Jam finale of the Rehoboth Beach Jazz Festival at the Rehoboth Beach Convention Center. The foundation gives out the grants every year in support of female-owned businesses and female entrepreneurs. Daneya Jacobs, owner of Candy Connections, received a $15,000 grant. Courtney Clarke, owner of Drama Kids Delaware, received […]

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Bobby Sanabria & the Multiverse Big Band plays Nassau Valley Vineyards

, , , , , , , Grammy-nominated Bobby Sanabria & The Multiverse Big Band played Nassau Valley Vineyard’s True Blue Jazz Fest Oct. 14, where a sold-out crowd were treated to his band’s Latin music, upbeat vibe and rhythmic beats. Sanabria is a noted drummer, percussionist, composer, arranger, conductor, producer, educator, documentary filmmaker and bandleader of Puerto Rican descent. He was born and raised in New York’s South Bronx.  […]

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Rehoboth Christmas parade to spread cheer Dec. 4

The Rehoboth Beach Volunteer Fire Company will host and present the 2023 Rehoboth Beach Hometown Christmas Parade at 6 p.m., Monday, Dec. 4, with the goal to make this year’s event the best ever. Residents, guests, visitors and family members home for the holidays are encouraged to take advantage of this opportunity to come together to enjoy the parade, the Christmas tree, and of course, the arrival of Santa Claus. […]

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Autumn acrylic pour set at Wine-d Down Wednesday Oct. 25

, Nassau Valley Vineyards will host another of its popular art events from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 25, at 32165 Winery Way, Lewes. Lisa Westbrook of Touching Hearts Collective will guide attendees through a creative experience with the art of acrylic pour. Participants will meet in the winery’s Gallery One. Each attendee’s acrylic pour will reflect the inspiration of autumn with a 24K gold-gilded, abstract art on canvas creation. […]

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Art league sets painting silk scarves class Oct. 21-22

The art of silk painting is an exciting medium of expression. Silk is a lustrous, supple fabric that reacts beautifully to brilliant dyes and paints. The purity and intensity of color that emerges during the painting process is truly amazing. During the Rehoboth Art League’s Introduction to Painting Silk Scarves class from 1 to 4 p.m., Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 21 and 22, participants can learn the relaxing art of […]

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Business News

Insight Homes includes free solar on all new builds

Insight Homes, a Delaware builder of energy-efficient new home builder in Delaware, recently announced free solar will be included on all new builds. All new home builds will feature 5,000 watts of solar panels. The innovative technology not only harnesses the power of the sun, but also helps homeowners save on their energy bills. Plus, new homeowners will receive a $5,000 tax credit. Insight Homes founder Rob Lisle is on […]

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Holiday-themed classes at Milton Arts Guild to start Oct. 21

, , , , Milton Arts Guild will offer a variety of holiday-themed artmaking classes in the coming weeks. Students will have the opportunity to make ornaments, home décor and stocking stuffers before the holiday season officially begins. All classes will be held at Studios on Walnut, 310 Walnut St., Milton. Quilling Snowflakes with Jenn Johnson will be held from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 21. Participants will learn how […]

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Duane Betts to play Room at Cedar Grove Oct. 19

Duane Betts, son of the legendary Dickey Betts, will perform at 6:30 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 19, in The Room at Cedar Grove near Lewes. Dickey Betts is best known as a founding member of the Allman Brothers Band, which was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 1995. The concert includes a four-course wine dinner to benefit Paul Kares, a nonprofit that supports young performers and culinary […]

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An afternoon of rain can’t stop music in the Cape Region

, , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , It may have been raining outside, but the Rehoboth Beach Jazz Festival and True Blue Jazz Festival kept music lovers dry inside Oct. 14 with an afternoon of entertainment. True Blue hosted its seventh annual Smokin’ Hot Firehouse Jazz Big Band Marathon in the garage of the Rehoboth Beach Volunteer Fire […]

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Mid-Atlantic Guitar Show and Swap Meet set March 22-23

The Frantic Music Project announced the 2024 Mid-Atlantic Guitar Show and Swap Meet will take place Friday and Saturday, March 22 and 23, at the Rehoboth Beach Convention Center, 229 Rehoboth Ave., Rehoboth Beach. More than 25 exhibitors will be offering new, used and vintage guitars, amplifiers, equipment and accessories. A VIP cocktail reception will be held from 5:30 to 7 p.m., Friday. There will be light fare by Harbour […]

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