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Sussex P&Z recommends denial of business

Sussex County Planning & Zoning Commission has recommended that a conditional-use application for a dirt and gravel hauling operation near Oak Orchard be denied. Sussex County Council will hold a hearing on the application at 1:30 p.m., Tuesday, Feb. 20. At its Jan. 24 meeting, the commission voted 5-0 against the application filed by Toney and Charlotte Floyd to operate their family business on a 2-acre parcel at 32404 Hershel […]

todayJanuary 30, 2024 7

News

Cape parents speak out on student safety

Three mothers addressed the Cape school board Jan. 25 to offer support, ask for solutions and cite the need for more communication following the Jan. 17 arrest of a Cape High student found with a loaded gun in his backpack at school. During public comment, Jennifer Choma said she has three children in district schools, including one at the high school. The incident was unsettling to say the least, she […]

todayJanuary 30, 2024 50

Business News

Greater Georgetown chamber installs board members

The Greater Georgetown Chamber of Commerce held its 2024 board installation and small business awards presentation Jan. 17 at Irish Eyes in Lewes. G. Fedale Roofing & Siding was named small business of the year, and Barbara Steele was recognized as ambassador of the year Georgetown chamber board members shown are in back (l-r) Fred Thompson, Hampton Inn; Sean Flanigan, Beebe Medical Foundation; Kurt Herring, Comcast Business; Paco Hernandez, Premier […]

todayJanuary 29, 2024 13

News

Lewes: Wait and see on US Wind money

Lewes Mayor and City Council will wait until residents can comment before it decides whether to participate in a community benefits program proposed by US Wind. “Right now, we’re listening,” said Mayor Andrew Williams. City leaders received a presentation from US Wind’s Mike Dunmyer and its Jan. 25 workshop. Dunmyer has been pitching the community benefits program to all coastal towns in Delaware. US Wind program is offering each coastal […]

todayJanuary 29, 2024 10

News

Heidi Lowe Gallery earring exhibit to pop up in Mexico City Feb. 7-11

Heidi Lowe Gallery will be taking this year’s Earrings Galore exhibition on the road again, or in this case, on an airplane, for a pop-up exhibition in Mexico City’s Roma neighborhood. The show will be displayed from Wednesday to Sunday, Feb. 7 to 11, at the Iker Ortiz Jewelry Store. A reception is set for 6 to 11 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 8. A contemporary jeweler with an international presence, Iker Ortiz is […]

todayJanuary 29, 2024 4

News

Ørsted seeks better terms for Skipjack Wind project

, For the second time in recent months, Danish power company Ørsted has announced that macroeconomic reasons have forced a major change to the future of one of its offshore wind projects near Delaware. In late October, the company announced it was no longer pursuing wind farms off the coast of New Jersey due to high inflation, rising interest rates and supply chain bottlenecks that have changed dramatically over a […]

todayJanuary 29, 2024 4

City of Rehoboth

Supplemental Permit of Compliance Public Hearing – Feb 16

Supplemental Permit of Compliance Public Hearing - Feb 16 lcoan Mon, 01/29/2024 - 13:40 The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing related to a request from Summer House for a supplemental permit of compliance to operate a dining patio serving alcoholic beverages on private space during its February 16 meeting, which will begin at 2 pm. 

todayJanuary 29, 2024 7

Business News

Women’s Fest events to return April 25-28

Save the date and book a room, if needed, because CAMP Rehoboth’s Women’s Fest will return to Rehoboth Beach from Thursday to Sunday, April 25 to 28. Now in its 23rd year, Women’s Fest is known as the event where women can meet old friends and new, dance, laugh, learn and celebrate. CAMP Rehoboth is an organization that supports the well-being of the community, and the fair and equitable treatment of […]

todayJanuary 28, 2024 3

News

Exploring gouache painting classes to start Feb. 4

The Rehoboth Art League will offer a weekly gouache class for beginners and intermediate students from noon to 3 p.m., Sundays, Feb. 4 to 25, at 12 Dodds Lane, Henlopen Acres. Gouache is closely related to watercolor. It is quick-drying and vibrant with color. Students in this class will explore working with gouache paint from beginning steps to creating polished and well-designed pieces. Participants will learn to work with flat […]

todayJanuary 28, 2024 1

News

A Choral Tapestry set Feb. 24 in Rehoboth

Southern Delaware Chorale will present A Choral Tapestry in celebration of Black History Month at 2 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 24, at Epworth United Methodist Church, 19285 Holland Glade Road, north of Rehoboth Beach. All are invited to join the chorale and its guests as they pay tribute to the immense contributions of Black composers to the choral music world. Special guests are the Cantabile Women’s Chorus, Sussex Tech High School Bella Voce […]

todayJanuary 27, 2024 2

News

Milton Theatre sets Mardi Gras dance party Feb. 3

The historic Milton Theatre will kick off its year-long 10th anniversary celebration with the UnGala 2024 Mardi Gras Dance Party at 7:30 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 3, at 110 Union St., Milton. Milton Theatre doors will swing open to reveal a spectacular dance floor, turning the venue into the ultimate party destination for a night of dazzling performances, vibrant colors and the spirit of New Orleans. A silent auction will feature […]

todayJanuary 27, 2024 2

News

Rehoboth Art League to host opening reception Feb. 9

, During Black History Month, the Rehoboth Art League will showcase inspiring and unique work from past and present Delaware-based Black artists in its galleries at 12 Dodds Lane, Henlopen Acres. Tidal Wave: In Partnership with Good Aesthetic Gallery will be on display in the Corkran Gallery. To the Water’s Edge and Back will feature paintings from the late Edward Loper Jr. in the Tubbs Gallery. The art league will […]

todayJanuary 27, 2024 4

News

Freeman Arts to host backstage pass party fundraiser April 19

Freeman Arts Pavilion’s second annual backstage pass party is slated to take place at 7 p.m., Friday, April 19, at the Hyatt Place Dewey Beach. Guests will experience behind-the-scenes happenings from musicians’ life on the road, such as hair, makeup and temporary tattoo stations. There will be heavy hor d’oeurves from local favorites, including Woody’s famous crab cakes and an open bar featuring Starboard Orange Crushes and Dogfish Head Craft […]

todayJanuary 26, 2024 1

News

Dover String Quartet and clarinetist David Shifrin to perform

, Coastal Concerts will present the Dover String Quartet with clarinetist David Shifrin at 2 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 3, in the Bethel United Methodist Church Hall at Fourth and Market streets, Lewes. The concert will be preceded at 1 p.m. by Lani Spahr’s Performance Insights. The group will also perform a public recital at 2 p.m., Friday, Feb. 2, at Elkins-Archibald Atrium, CAMP Rehoboth, 37 Baltimore Ave., Rehoboth Beach. The […]

todayJanuary 26, 2024 4

Sports

Long Neck nursing home evacuated after fire

, The Cadia Healthcare Renaissance Rehabilitation Center was evacuated Jan. 25 after a fire was reported in the mechanical room. Firefighters from Indian River Volunteer Fire Co. responded to the Long Neck center at 9:30 p.m. and found smoke coming from the building, said John Galaska, chief deputy state fire marshal. Nurses had evacuated the center, fire officials said, and there were no reported injuries. Galaska said the fire was […]

todayJanuary 26, 2024 2

Sports

Felton man faces firearm charges after traffic stop north of Lewes

A Felton man faces gun charges after a Jan. 23 traffic stop on Route 1 north of Lewes. A trooper patrolling Route 1 near Eagle Crest Road at 7:10 a.m. pulled over Alonzo Coker, 32, for speeding and discovered his driver’s license was revoked, police said. The trooper then saw a firearm hidden under items on the floorboard, police said, and they further learned Coker was prohibited from possessing a firearm. […]

todayJanuary 26, 2024 3

News

Delaware ag museum honors retiring executive director

The Delaware Agricultural Museum and Village celebrated the tenure of Carolyn Claypoole, its recently retired executive director, with a gala reception in December. In attendance were her many friends from the state Legislature and executive branch, as well as many private-sector supporters. Claypoole’s six years of museum leadership included two years guiding the private nonprofit through the hardships and uncertainties brought by the pandemic. Among the many honors and compliments […]

todayJanuary 26, 2024 6