Coastal Point — July 24, 2026

Corps:Inletjettyrepairswillaidnavigation

ByLauraWalter StaffReporter

Barrierislandscomeandgo,astides andsanddriftnaturally.EvenwhenlocationsliketheIndianRiverInletare “hardened”withabridgeandjetties,the tidekeepspullingatthesoilandstructuresthere.

Overthedecades,about400feetof theIndianRiverInlet’snorthjettyhas slippedintotheocean.Sothismonth,

Millvilletohost ‘Ready,Set,Bike’ onAug.5

ByKerinMagill StaffReporter

CyclistsyoungandoldarebeinginvitedtoabicyclesafetyeventthatMillvilleofficialsarehopingwillhelp preventaccidents,suchastheonethat resultedinafatalityearlierthissummer.

“Ready,Set,Ride”—afreeeducationaleventsponsoredbytheTownof MillvilleandSussexCyclists,isscheduledforWednesday,Aug.5,from9 a.m.tonoonatEvansPark.Thosewho attenda30-minutebikesafetypresentationwillbeeligibletoreceivefree bikehelmetsandlights,whilesupplies last.

TownManagerEileenScerraannouncedtheeventattheJune14meetingoftheMillvilleTownCouncil.

“I’msuper-excitedaboutthis,”Scerra

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theU.S.ArmyCorpsofEngineersannouncedthatrepairsarecominginthe springof2027.

“Theprojectwillrestorethevisible portionofthejettytoitsoriginal height,…widenitsfootprinttothe northforstabilityandextenditapproximately100feetoceanward,”explained SteveRochette,publicaffairsofficerfor theCorps.

Moreofthestructuralworkwill occurunderwater,slopinguptothe

rocksthatpeopleseeabovethesurface. Startingabout250feeteastofthe bridge,theoveralljettystructurewillbe reinforcedoceanwardforabout1,000 feet(approximatelythelengthofthe south jettystructure).Therubble moundstructurewillberepairedwith largerocks,marinemattresses(aheavydutygridfilledwithstone)andmore. Thismaintenance“willreducethepermeabilityofthestructure(i.e.sandgettingthrough),”Rochetteadded.

“Whilethisrepairworkmayhelp withbeacherosionconcernsonthe northside,thatisnottheprimarypurposeofthejetties.Theprimarypurpose istostabilizethenavigationchannel” forcommercial,recreationalandU.S. Coast Guarduse.

Millionsofgallonsofwaterrush throughtheinleteachdaybetweenthe

BethanyparadetobepartofFounders’Daycelebration

BySusanCanfora StaffReporter

DespitedisappointmentthatBethany Beach’sannualFourthofJulyParadewas canceledduetoextremeheat,theparade willbepartofaFounders’Daycelebration onLaborDayweekend,when,“Everyday, wewillseesomethinggood,unusualand

entertaining,”TownManagerCliff GraviettoldtheBethanyBeachTown CouncilattheirJuly17meeting.

TheparadewillbeatnoononSunday, Sept.6,andbandswillalsoperform,includingthepop-rockbandLoveSeed MamaJump,1980sbandTheJimmies andatributetoElvisPresley.

“OurIndependenceDayParade,be-

causeofaveryunusualconditionthatwas relatedtoheat,wasmovedtoLaborDay weekend.Wearecallingthatour Founders’Dayweekend,”Gravietsaid, addingthattherescheduledFourthofJuly Paradewillallowresidentsandgueststo continuetocelebratethe250thanniversaryoftheUnitedStates.

Graviet,alsowhilepresentinghis

monthlytownmanager’sreport,joined MayorRonCalefinthankingtownemployeesfortheirhardworkduringother FourthofJulyevents,includingconcerts andfireworks.

“SpecialthankstoPublicWorks.They putin,underveryswelteringconditions,a

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said.“Thisisgoingtobeareallygreat opportunityforpeopletocomeout— hopefully,lotsofkids,”shesaid.

ThestateDepartmentofTransportationwillbehandingoutfreehelmets,Scerrasaid,andatthecouncil meeting,townofficialsapprovedthe purchaseofaround50helmetsat$12, aswellaslightsat$4each,tosupplementwhatDelDOTbrings.

Scerrasaidshehopescouponsfor freesnowconesandtheofferingofa magicshowwillenticemoreyouthsto attendthebikerodeo.

Bonkey’sIceCreamhasdonated100 couponsforthefrozentreats,shesaid. TheTownalsoplanstoprovidesomeof thecouponstotheDelawareStatePolicewhopatrolthetown,“sowhenthey catchsomeoneinaction”usingtheir helmetsandpracticingsafebicycling, theycanhandthemacoupon.

“Thisstartedoutsupersmall,with someoneinquiring,andwejustdecidedtomakeitsuper-specialandjust runwithit,”Scerrasaid.

Shegottheideatoincludeamagicianafteraprograminthepark broughtout156children,shesaid.

“Ithinkthisdemonstratesthatthe councilishardatworkputtingsome thingstogetherforourcommunity,” MayorRonaldBelinkosaid.Healso mentionedthat,althoughtheeventis

‘Itappearsthatthisis widelyneeded(following tworecentaccidents involvingbicyclists).Thisis agoodreminderforour youngpeopleandadults,’ bothresidentsandvisitors, who‘leavetheirbrains athome’whenriding bicycles.

—MayorRonBelinko

occurringrelativelylateinthesummer,inlightofthefatalbicycleaccidentearlierintheseasonandanother motorizedbicycleaccidentinthe CedarCovecommunity,there’sno timelikethepresent.

“Itappearsthatthisiswidely needed,”Belinkosaid,notingthetwo recentaccidents.“Thisisagoodreminderforouryoungpeopleand adults,”bothresidentsandvisitors, who“leavetheirbrainsathome”when ridingbicycles,hesaid.

“It’llbeagreatreminderforeveryone”oftheimportanceoffollowing

bicyclesafetyrules,Belinkosaidof theEvansParkevent.

“Ourwheelsstartedturning”when aresidentinquiredaboutholdinga bikesafetyeventintown,Scerra quipped.

Thescheduleforthemorningis:

•8:45a.m.—Arrivalwithbicycles andcheck-in;

•9-9:30a.m.—Bikesafetypresentation;

•9:30a.m.—Visitbikesafetystationstobefittedforafreebicyclehelmetandlights,andhaveabicycle mechanicperformminoradjustments andsafetychecks;grabacertificate forafreesnowcone;

•10:30a.m.to11:30a.m.—An interactivemagicshow;and

•11:30a.m.tonoon—Redeem snowconetickets.

Sponsorsofthebikerodeo,inadditiontotheTownofMillville,Sussex CyclistsandDelDOT,includeBonkey’sIceCream,BicycleConnection, ABC(AssistingBicycleCommuters) andtheDelawareStatePolice.

Participantsshouldparkinthe fieldacrossDukesDrivefromthe parkandparktheirbicyclesinthe parkinglotbeforeenteringtheCommunityCenterforthesafetypresentation.Theraindatefortheeventwill beThursday,Aug.13.

Formoreinformation,emailTown ClerkTrishMarculesatTMarcules@mvtown.com.

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lotoftimeandefforttogetthefireworks showdone,”Gravietsaid.“ToPublic Works,toassortedagenciesthathelped themandtriedtogetpeopleout,tothe parkingdepartmentandtheirhelpwith traffic,totheguards,toeveryonewho helped:thankyou.

“Theshowwasasuccess,especially aftertheletdownofthecancelationofthe parade.Wehadalotofpositivecomments,”hesaid,addingthatonly3-inch fireworksshellscouldbeusedbecauseof thenarrownessofthebeach—even though,hesaidtolaughter,heprefersfireworks“thatsetoffcaralarms.”

Legislativereport

CouncilmanRichMcHugh,while presentingthecouncil’smonthlylegislativereport,saidthatDelawarelegislators hadpassedthreebillsrelatedtothestate assessmentprogram,buttheyareallrelatedtoNewCastleCounty.Hesaidlawmakerswillrevisitthebillsnextyear.

Legislatorsalsopassedabillthat would“banartificialpersonsfromvoting inlocalelections”intheformofaconstitutionalamendment—meaningthat passageagaininthe2027legislativesessionwillalsoberequiredtoapproveitbeforeitbecomeslaw.Ifitpasses,some citiesandtownsinthestatewillhaveto changetheircharters,becausetheyallow corporationsandLLCstovote,but BethanyBeachdoesnot,McHughsaid.

Abillconcerningdatacenterswasalso passedinthe2026session,hesaid.

“Theyweretryingtofocusonenergy usageindatacenters.Theypassedalaw requiringlargedatacenteruserstoproduce100percentoftheirownpower within10yearsofbeingestablished.Now thereareeightinDelaware,butnoneof themarebigenough,soitdoesn’tapply yet,”McHughsaid,addingthatthereare fourdatacentersbeingplannedthatthe lawwouldapplyto.

HesaidSussexCountyofficialshave “allowedtomoveforwardalargeshoppingcenterwithstoresandapartments,” butagroupofresidentsobjectedandtook themattertocourt.TheSuperiorCourt ruledagainsttheobjectors,sotheyappealed.McHughsaidcompletionofthe projectwillbedelayed,ifitisbuiltatall, becauseofthecourtbattle.

Concerningbuildingamedicalschool inDelaware,McHughsaidtherewasa meetinginearlyJulytodiscussit.

crowds,youwouldn’tbesurprised.” “DelawarefavorstheflavorBirthday Cake.Ididn’tknowwhatitwas,soI lookeditup,andithascakeinitand sprinkles.No.2ismintchocolatechip,but Ithinkthereshouldbearecount,because thatismyfavorite,”hesaidtolaughter.

“Thankyou,Rich.Iloveyourreport,”a chucklingCalefsaid.

Publiccomment

BethanyBeachresidentJanieSwitzer, wholivesonWellingtonParkway,said therehasbeenahouseunderconstruction onherstreetsinceOctoberof2025.She saidthat,althoughsheunderstandsconstructioncanbe“adifficultsituationand therearealwaysissues,”sheisconcerned aboutsafetyandcodecompliance—especiallysince,becauseofconstruction equipment,childrenareridingbicyclesin themiddleofthestreet,andcontractors’ carsareparkingthere.

Shesaidshehasfivegrandchildren andtheareais“anaccidentwaitingto happen.”

“Therearemany,manychildrenand adultsinthemiddleoftheroad,tryingto justgetaround,”shesaid,addingthather bedroomwindowfacesthehouseunder construction,sowhenworkersarriveat7 a.m.andstartafront-loader,itwakesher. Sheaskedthatbuildersshowmorerespect forthetowncodeand“notactlikethey havenoideawhensomebodyistherebefore8orafter5:30.”

“Ithasbeenaconsistentissueand,to me,it’soutofrespectforthecode,”she said.

Calefthankedherforhercomments.

DelDOTcleansswales

Gravietsaidthat,inrecentdays,there hadbeenhalfadozenDelDOTtruckson Route1cleaningswalesthatare“veryimportantfordrainageinBethanyBeach” andthatmovewatertotheLoopCanal. Whenstreetsflood,it’sbecausedrainsand swaleshaven’tbeencleaned,hesaid.

GravietsaidnotownemployeeremembersDelDOTpreviouslyevercomingtotowntoclean,vacuumorexamine theclosedpipesonRoute1thatarepart oftheintegralsystem,butlastweek“they wereouttheretryingtojet-vacuum them.”

“WehopetogetareportfromDelDOTtotellusabouttheconditionsof thepipeandmakesurethesepipesand swalesstayopen,”hesaid.

Counciltoseetown’snewwebsite

“Inthepipelineis,fordoctorspracticinginDelaware,inthefirstclass,anyone whocommitstopracticingfiveyearshere indownstatewillgettheireducationfor free,sotheyaretryingtodowhattheycan togetthisupandrunning,”hesaid, addingthatclasseswouldstartin2028.

Endinghisreportwithsomethingentertaining,ashedoeseverymonth, McHughsaidhewasreadingasurveyof statesthatfoundDelawarecameinsecond“forapreferenceforicecream,andif youeverwenttoKohrBros.andsawthe

GravietsaidaworkshopforthecouncilwillbeplannedincomingweekstoreviewtheTown’snewlyredesignedwebsite. Thecouncilhasseenabriefpresentationandlearnedthewebsitewillbeaccessibleandeasytouse,seeandhear,hesaid. Therewillbequick-linkbuttons,shades ofblue,tabsacrossthetop,anewcalendar withasleekappearance,smootherflow, lessredundancy,andaprojectlistingdirectorywithupdatesontheirprogress.

500-foothardenedshorelines,aswellas plentyofwatercraftthroughthecentral 200-footguaranteedchannel,first dredgedabout1928.Afterthefirstinlet bridgewasraisedin1934,theCorps constructedstonejettiesoneachsideof theinletin1937.Theconditionsare challenging,asanyonewho’spowereda boatthroughthechannelcanattest. ThechurningtidesbetweentheAtlanticOceanandgentleinlandbays haveresultedinscourholesupto120 feetdeepintheseafloor.

The generalpubliccanlookfora publicmeetingduringthewinterof 2026-2027tolearnmoreaboutthe majormaintenanceproject.

Equipmentwillstartshowingupfor sitemobilizationinMarchorAprilof 2027.Actualin-waterworkcanbegin May1,2027,asanenvironmentalregulationlimitsworkperiodstoavoiddisturbingthefishthatmigrateinland fromthesea,aboutMarch1toApril 30.

Thefullprojecttimelinehasn’tbeen announced.ButtheAgateConstruction CompanyofNewJerseyhasuntilthe fallof2028tocompletethe$53million maintenanceproject.

Exactlogisticsarestillbeingdetermined,but“thescaleoftheprojectdoes requireseveralpublicclosuresonthe northsideofDelawareSeashoreState Park.Whileconstructionimpactswill beminimizedwherepossible,”saidRochette,anumberofrestrictionsareanticipated:

•Northjettystonestructure— Completelyclosedtopublicaccessfor thedurationofconstruction.

• Walkways—Directlybeneathand eastofthebridge,walkwaysalongthe northbulkheadwillberestricted.But thewalkwayandrelatedfacilitieswest ofthebridge,includingpublicrestrooms,willremainopen.

•CoinBeach—Theoceanfront beachwillbeclosedforabout400feet, fromthejettyandnorthward,toallow forconstructionmaterialstaging.

•Parkinglot—TheNorthDayUse ParkingLotwillbeclosedforthedurationofconstruction.

Publicaccesstothebeachwillremain openviathedunecrossoverunder Route1,locatedatthenorthendofthe NorthDayUseLot.Vehiclesand pedestrianswillstillhavefulluseofthe Route1bridgehighway.

Sincetheinletistheconfluenceofso manytides,stormsandinfrastructure, severalprojectshavebolsteredthe shorelineoverthepastyear:southside repairstothebulkheadandjettyinthe springof2025;beachreplenishmentto shoreupthedunesandreduceRoute1 flooding;andupgradestothesandbypass systemtohelpsandmigratepast thelongjetties.

Theprojectsaretheresultofstate

SouthBethanyhonorsoutgoingpoliceofficer

BySusanCanfora StaffReporter

DepartingSouthBethanyPolice Cpl.KenHuffwashonoredforhisdedicationandwishedwellasheleavesthe forceafterseveralyears.

“Weareverysorrytobelosinghim, leavingtodowhatisbestforhisfamily,” MayorEdieDonderosaidattheJuly17 meetingoftheSouthBethanyTown Council.“Weappreciatetheleadership andmaturityyoubroughttothedepartment,thementoringoftheyoungofficers.Iamprobablyspeakingforthe chiefhere.Thedoorisalwaysopen.If youchangeyourmind,wewouldloveto haveyouback.”

SouthBethanyPoliceChiefJason LovinsthankedHufffor“theextrawork youdid,yourleadershipandallthead-

ministrativepaperwork.You’redefinitely goingtobemissed,andIwouldsecond whatthemayorsaid:Thedoorisalways open.Ifthegrassisn’tgreeneronthe othersideofthefence,comebacktothis yard,”LovinssaidasHuffthanked them,andcouncilmembersand,inreturn,thankedHuffforhisservice.

Publiccomments

DuringthePublicCommentsportionofthemeeting,residentNinaBlack thankedcouncilmembersforworking fortheTownandthankedtheBicycle &PedestrianSafetyCommitteefor doingagreatjobwiththebikerodeoon July11.

ShesaidshehadwitnessedanaltercationbetweenyouthandSouth Bethanypolice,andshepraisedLovins

andofficersforremainingcalmand professional.

Blackalsoaskedfortheproposed townordinancetolimitbrightlightsto moveforward,becausethereareresidentsinherneighborhoodwhohave spotlightsthatshineintoherhouse.

Formercouncilmentobehonored

ThecouncilonJuly17alsoapproved resolutionstohonorandthankformer councilmenRandyBartholomewand BobBiciocchi.

“Ithasbeenourtraditiontopresent alloutgoingcouncilmemberswitha resolutionthankingthemforserviceto theTown,”Donderosaid,addingthat councilmemberswouldsignthedocuments,andthatBartholomewandBiciocchiwillbeinvitedtoafuture meetingtoreceivethem.

Amendmentstodraft ordinancediscussed

Councildiscussed,buttooknoaction

on,adraftordinancethatwouldamend achapterofthetowncodeandamend definitionsregardingperviousandimperviousgroundcoverings.

Inthedraftordinance,impervious materialsaredefinedassurfacescomposedofanymaterialthatimpedesor preventsnaturalinfiltrationofrainfall intosoil,whichincludesroofs,concrete surfaces,asphaltsurfaces,structures, non-perviouspavers,sidewalksswimmingpoolsandmultipurposecourts. Perviousmaterialsaredefinedasmaterialsorsurfacesthatallowrainfalltoinfiltratesoil,andincludegrass,meadows, plantingbeds,mulchandgravel.

Donderosaidthat,ataworkshop earlierthisyear,thecouncilwaspresentedwithrecommendationsbyanadvisorygroupthathadworkedwith UniversityofDelawareexpertsonplanning,“Andonethingthatcameoutofit wasthesuggestiontoamendthedefinitionofimperviousandperviousmaterials.”

DamMill5KsettorunthroughMillsboro

ByLauraWalter StaffReporter

OneofSouthernDelaware’s longest-running5Kraceswillreturn toMillsborothismonth.The43rd DamMill5Kwillhittheroadon Sundaymorning,July26.

Thestarttimeis7:30a.m.for“The BestLittleRaceinDelaware,”nicknamedafterMillsboro’stownslogan. TheracebeginsatCupolaPark,runningstraightdownMorrisStreet,

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CouncilmanBobShieldssaid changeswon’tmeanresidentscan’tuse pavers,aslongasit’sapermeablepaver assembly.

Donderosaidreplacingandresurfacinganentiredrivewaywouldnotbe permitted,butgravelwouldcontinueto beallowed.

CouncilmanMarkGilersaidheopposedacompletebanonimpervious surfaces,becauseit“soundsweirdto me.”ButDonderosaiditwouldonlybe requiredinthesetbackareasandwould dependonthesizeofahouse.

“Onehundredpercentisacomplete ban, andIobjecttothat,”Gilersaid.“If

rightontoStateStreetasitbecomes thepicturesqueBettsPondRoad,then rightontoFoxRunRoad,withaturnaroundundertheNorthMillsboroBypassandbacktoCupolaPark.

Registrationisstillopen.Anyone registeredbyMonday,July20,willbe guaranteedaneventT-shirt.Pre-registrationclosesJuly25atmidnightfor onlineormailentries(downloadthe registrationformfromthewebsite).

But“lastchance”runnerscanregister for$40onracedayfrom6to7:15a.m.

youmadeit80percent,maybeahomeownerisgoingtoputawalkwayupto thefrontdoor,”hesaid,repeatingthat heopposedcompletelybanningmaterials“thatarearguablynoworsethana paversystem.”

“Youcandoalotofstuff,andnew housesthataregoinginhavetomake necessarychanges.Thiscouncilisreally tryinghardtogetthisright,”CouncilwomanChrisKeefesaid.

CodeEnforcementOfficerJoe Hinks,speakingtothecouncil,said confusionarises“whenweseeanumber like100percent.”

“Peoplethink,‘Oh,mygoodness— 100percentisawful.’Whenwetalk aboutothermunicipalitiesandhow theyregulateimperviousandpervious surfaces…ifwewerereallymoving

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Afterthegloryofcrossingthefinishline,participantscanstickaround forthepost-raceawardsceremony, withcustomawardsandtheDamMill HallofFameinductionceremony.

Runnersyoungandoldarewelcometoparticipate,sincethereare finisherawardsforallagegroups. AwardswillbepresentedtotheOverallMaleandFemaleChampions; OverallMaleandFemaleMasters (40+years);thetopfivewalkers;and thenthetopthreemaleandfemale

intonewterritory,wewouldstartlookingathowmuchroofwouldbeallowed andhowmuchoverhang,butwecurrentlyallowroofoverhangs,sothereare alotmorestringenciesthatwouldraise that.

“Iwouldaskwhatisithereinthe per viousmaterialthatistakingsomethingawayfromyou?”hesaid.“Oneof theconcernsaboutdrainability—and whenyouareonCarlisle,oneofthe loweststreetsontown—thereare somemeasuresyoucouldaddthat wouldacceleratedrainage…butintent ofthisdraftordinanceisnottogettoo muchintotheweedswithallkindsof alternativesystemsthatwillfitintothis.

“Thecurrentbuildingpracticeseeks tomakeoursetbackareasmoreand morepervious,”Hinkssaid.“The55

finishersintheagecategoriesof9and-under,10-13,14-19,20-24and thenfive-yearagegroupsthrough 80+.

Timingwillbedonebythe SeashoreStriderseventproduction team,usingtheChronotrackBChip system.Theeventispartofthe SeashoreStridersChampionshipSeries,the1stResponderSeriesandthe 5KWalkSeries.

Formoreinformation,visit www.seashorestriders.com.

percentwasareturntomanyyearsago andnow,goingto100percent,whatin thedesignphaseareyoutellingpeople theycan’thave?Maybeitissteppingstones.Theassemblieswehavesneaking intodayarekillingusforinfiltration,” Hinkssaid.

Mayorthankstownstaff

Donderothankedtownstaff,includingPublicWorks,policeofficersand beachpatrolguards,“forleadingus througharelativelyuneventfulJuly4th weekend.”

“Therewereanunbelievablenumber of peoplehere,andthetrashcanswere overflowing,butthatwaseverywherein

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WhentheclocksclockedoutatSMS...

ByLauraWalter StaffReporter

TheFebruaryblizzardthrewmany peopleforaloop—longpoweroutages,18inchesofsnow,impassible roads,daysoffreezingtemperatures. Anunexpectedlastingimpactwas seenatSelbyvilleMiddleSchool, wheretheagedclockswerefinally friedformostofthespringsemester.

“Theclocksthatwehaveinour buildingarerecessedintothewall… acertainsize,acertaindimension,so they’vegottofitin,”explainedPr incipalJasonMacrides(“mac-REEDess”).

Theaestheticmighthavelooked nice,butevenbeforetheblizzard,it hadalreadymaderepairsdifficult. Evenwhentheschooldistrictsuccessfullycompletedaworkorderforreplacements,theclocksbecame misalignedandoffbyaminuteinvariousclassrooms.

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Thenthe manufacturer stoppedmaking clocksofthat size.

“So,overthe years,asthe clockshave failed,we’ve takenthemout oftheofficesthat didn’tneedthem, andthatwasa simplefix,”the principalsaid.

‘Whentheremaining clocksbasicallyallbit thedust,itwasn’tlikea hugehiccup,because that’showwe’vealways donethings—teachers dismisswhenclassisover.’ —PrincipalJasonMacrides

“Then,withthis lastblizzard,I guesswehadapowersurgeorsomething,andtheremainingclocksall burnedout.”

“Ithasnotcurrentlybeenfixed,” confirmedDanielMann,theIndian RiverSchoolDistrict’ssupervisorof technology.“We’vereachedoutto vendorsalready”toaddresstheclocks

everybeachtown.Wereceivedafew complaints.PublicWorksdiditsbestto removeoverflowandcartitaway,but it’stheFourthofJuly,people.Itiswhat itis.Idon’tknowwhatelsetosay,”she said.

Shealsothankedthosewhoplanned theTown’sUnitedStates250thanniversarycelebrationandcalledita“veryfun eventandwell-attended.”

TheSouthBethanyPropertyOwners’Association’sannualFourthofJuly BoatParadeandtheTown’splanned

atSMS,hesaid.

“We’rehopingto havethatresolvedbeforethe schoolyear starts,”although projecttimelines arealsodependentonthevendors’schedule,he clarified.

“Technology actuallytookover theclocksabout threeweeksago, sowe’restill learning!We’re evaluatingeveryclocksystem”in IRSD’s15schools,exceptthebrandnewSussexCentralHighSchool.“A lotofthesesystemsare20yearsold.”

Asaresult,theIRSDTechnology Departmentstaffislearningmultiple clocksystemsforschoolsbuildindifferentdecades.

bonfirewerecanceledthisyearduetoa high-heat advisory,aswastheBethany BeachFourthofJulyParade.

“Therewerealotofgrumblings throughoutthecommunitiesaboutcancelations,andtherecontinuestobe somegrumblingaboutit—butnot fromSouthBethany,”Donderosaid.

“We’rejusttryingtofindwhat worksbestforusandwhatismosteffective,”Mannsaid.

TheTechnologyDepartmentalso includescomputers,phones,dooraccessandsecuritycameras.

“Theclockswasanewone,”but“I willtakecareofittothebestofmy ability.[Wewill]putourbestfoot forwardanddoourbestforthe schools,”Mannsaid.

Healsoofferedthistiptoalltechnologyusers:“Ifnoonetellsus,we’re notsureit’snotworking.…Letus know!”Neverassumethatsomeone elsehasreportedaproblem(whichis goodlifeadviceforanybrokenthing intheworld).

Meanwhile,SMShasbeendoing allright,despitechronometricalchallenges.

“Wehavecomputerswithclocks— weactuallygobytheVerizontime,”

“TheBethanyBeachparadewaspostponed,butpublichealthandsafetyis ourNo.1prioritywhenthereisastrong heatadvisory,dangerousconditions,vulnerabilitytoourresidents,soIam standinginsolidaritywithourfellow mayors.

“Wedidcancelourbonfireoutofan abundanceofcaution,”Donderosaid. “Wehavetothinkaboutthecapacityof ouremergencyproviderstobeableto respondtomultipleeventsonavery busyweekendandtheirabilitytopick uppeopleandtakethemtothehospital iftheyhaveaheat-relatedillness,”the mayorsaid.

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andfederalfunding,aswellasmuch teamwork.Theyaimto“providesafe navigationofthefederalchannel,butto addressconcernsfromacoastalstorm riskmanagementperspective,aswell,” saidLt.Col.RyanBaum,commanderof theCorps’PhiladelphiaDistrict,in 2025.

Delawarehasreceivedmillionsof dollarsinfederalfunding.

“Andthatinvestmentmightsound abstracttofolks,butinreality,thatinvestmentisaboutprotectingDelaware’s economyandprotectingourcoastcommunity,”addedCongresswomanSarah McBride(D-Del.).

TheUSACEleadershiporiginally hopedfora2026project,butthecontractawardprocessandtechnicalevaluationstooklongerthananticipated,soit wassimplesttodelaythenorthjetty untilafternextwinter.AlthoughfacilitiestherehaveaRehobothBeachmailingaddress,theIndianRiverInletis locatedinanunincorporatedareabetweenDeweyBeachandBethany Beach.

OceanViewfirecausesmultipleinjuries

BySusanCanfora StaffReporter

OneoffourresidentsofaWestAvenuehomethatcaughtfireearlyTuesdaywasreportedtobeincritical condition,andothersweretreatedfor burnsandsmokeinhalationaftera blazethatwasmadehardertocontrol becauseofhoardingconditionsinside thestructure,accordingtotheBethany BeachVolunteerFireCompany.

TheBBVFCwasoneofnearlya dozenfirecompaniesthatrespondedto theJuly21fire.

Asfirefightersworkedtoextinguish the blazeintheone-story,single-family homeinthe100blockofWestAvenue, fireshowedinthefront,extendedinto theatticandbrokethroughtheroof,accordingtoGaryCaunitisoftheMillvilleVolunteerFireCompany,thefirst agencytorespond.

Allfourresidentswereremovedfrom thehome,withthreetransportedand onerefusingcare,althoughallwereexaminedbyEMSonthescene,Caunitis said.

Thefamilywasofferedhelpbythe RedCross,henoted,butsaidtherewere other familymemberswhowouldhelp. Hesaidthefirecompanydidnothave thenameofthehomeowner.

CaunitissaidtheOfficeofthe DelawareStateFireMarshalwillinvestigatetodeterminethecauseofthefire andwhetherthehomeisatotalloss.

TheBBVFCsaidfirefighters “workedtorescueoccupantstrappedinsideandbattledsignificanthoarding conditions”indealingwiththeJuly21 blaze.

Firefighters“conductedanaggressive fireattackwhileconductingprimary searchesoftheresidence.Crewsworked quicklytobringthefireundercontrol,

andprimarysearchesconfirmedthatall occupantshadsafelyexitedthestructure.…Followingsuppressionefforts, firefightsremainedonsceneforanextendedperiodconductingoverhauloperationstolocateandextinguishhidden fire.

“Crewsencounteredsignificant hoardingconditionsthroughouttheresidence,creatingadditionalchallenges duringfirefightingoperations,”they said. “Hoardingconditionscanseverely hindertheadvancementofhoselines, limitaccessthroughoutthestructure andmakesearchoperationsmoredifficultwhileincreasingtheirrisksfacedby firefighters.”

“BethanyBeachpersonnelwere proudtoassisttheMillvilleFireCom-

panyandtheothermutual-aiddepartmentsduringtheincident.Weextend ourthoughtsandprayerstothoseaffectedandwishtheinjuredafulland speedyrecovery,”BBVFCrepresentativessaid.

Otherrespondingagenciesincluded

thosefromtheFrankford,Roxana, Dagsboro,Selbyville,Milford,Gumboro andMillsborovolunteerfirecompanies, andfromtheOceanCityandBishopvillefiredepartmentsinMaryland.

TowntotakeoverJazzFuneralplanning

BySusanCanfora StaffReporter

TheBethanyBeachJazzFuneral, whichforthepast40yearshaslightheartedlybemoanedthebusysummer touristseason,willcontinuethisyear, despitethedeathoflongtimeorganizerPaulJankovicearlierthisyear.

“TheJazzFuneralhasbeenpartof BethanyBeach’shistoryforsomany years,sothisisachancefortheTown tohelpwiththat,”BethanyBeach EventsCoordinatorJulieMalewski toldtheCoastalPointthisweek.

The41stBethanyBeachJazzFuneralisstillplannedfor5:30p.m.on LaborDay,Monday,Sept.7,butwith abitofachange.

Inthemid-1980s,whentheevent began,manyBethanyBeachbusinessesclosedafterLaborDay,tourists weregoneanditwastrulyaquietresort.

But,Malewskisaid,becausethat’s nolongerthecase,theJazzFuneral willmarktheendofsummer,asitalwayshas,butdoitwhileusheringin

Macridesjokedbecauseofthemany cellphonesandmobiledevicesatSMS.

theenjoyablesecondseasonthat bringsdozensoffallactivities.

Therewillstillbeamockcoffinin theboardwalkparade,butthatpart willbemodified,Malewskisaid.

“Therewon’tbeasmuchsadness. Wewillmakeitmoreupbeat,makeit acelebration.It’sthestartofanew season.‘Letthegoodtimesroll,’inthe patternofNewOrleans.Italways drewabigcrowd,andwedon’twant totakethataway.Thatwaspartofthe draw,butwewanttomakeita Bethanyevent,truetostyle.Wewill takewhatwasthereandtakeitupa notch,”shesaid.

Planningforthe2026eventiscontinuing,Malewskisaid,andwilllikely includeatributetoJankovic.

“TheTownhashelpedindifferent capacitiesovertheyears,buttheJazz Funeralhasneverbeenours,”shesaid.

“Ihavecalledthepreviousbandleader todiscusswhoisinterestedincoming backandwherewearegoingtotakeit fromhere.Thebandleaderwasalso theemcee,soI’massumingtherewill besomerecognitionforPaul,forall

Everyclassroomhasatleastone computer,aswellasSmartBoards (themoderncomputerizedversionof the2000swhiteboardsand1990s chalkboards).“Andeveryone’sgota

theyearshehadbeeninvolved,and ourmayor,RonCalef,willspeakas well,”shesaid.

Atlastweek’sBethanyBeachTown Councilmeeting,TownManagerCliff Graviettoldcouncilmembersthatthe JazzFuneral—whichtraditionally didnothavealotoforganizationbut wasplannedbyvolunteersandonly cametogetherfullyonthedayofthe event—“hadnobodytopickitup,so theTownvolunteeredtodothat.”

“IvolunteeredJulietodothat,”he said,“andIthankherverymuchfor takingitonwillingly,asshedoes everythingelse.Wearetryingtokeep itgoingandaskinganybodywhohas participatedinthepasttotellusanythingtheywanttoseeaddedsowe canaddtoitinapositiveway,” Gravietsaid,agreeingwithMalewski thattheseasonhasn’tendedonLabor Dayformanyyears.

“Thefuncanreallybegininthe fall,whenthestreetsandbeachesare evenmoreenjoyableaftersummerand thesecondseasonisabouttobegin,” Gravietsaid.

phone,whetherit’sontheirwristorin theirpocket,”hesaid.“Ihavean atomicclockwithminuteandsecond andhour[displays]inmyoffice.”

Andthebrokenclocksdidn’treally impactthebellschedule,sinceSMS hasn’tactuallyusedringingbellsin morethanadecade.

“Whentheremainingclocksbasicallyallbitthedust,itwasn’tlikea hugehiccup,becausethat’showwe havealwaysdonethings—teachers dismisswhenclassisover,”said Macrides.Thebiggestdifferencewas theirpointofreference.

“We’veneverhadamasterbellhere inthebuilding”becausethethree gradesareondifferentdailyschedules, withacademicandexploratoryclasses ofdifferentlengths.“Ifwehadabell schedule,we’dberingingalldaylong.”

Sohowdopeoplenavigatethe schedule?Studentslearntheirdaily scheduleratherquickly,everyone watchestheclock,andteacherslead studentstothedistantexploratory classesorlunch.

“Wenavigateourkidstoclass,and wedismisswhenit’sthetime,”said Macrides.Hecalleditanexcellent systembecausestudentshavelessunsupervisedtime,sothey’remorelikely togowherethey’resupposedto,insteadofdawdling.

“Ourteachersdoanawesomejob gettingkidswheretheyneedtobe whentheyneedtobethere,”Macrides said.

TownorganizingparleybetweenHOA,builder

BySusanCanfora StaffReporter

InresponsetoaSelbyvilleresident’sconcern,TownAdministrator StaceyLongwillscheduleameeting withthepresidentoftheSchooner Landinghomeowners’association,a representativefromthecompanythat builtthehomes,inspectorsandtown councilmembers,“andsay,‘Comeon, guys.Let’sseewhatwecando,”Long said.

“Wewanttodothistomakethis communitywithinourcommunityappearniceandnew.TheTownisnot requiredtohaveameetinginacase likethis,butwhattheTownwilldois setupameetingandinvitetheHOA president,Mr.[Arthur]Teeterandask himtobringapunchlistofalltheissues,withpicturesofeach,andsubmit ittotheTown.

“Wewillgetallthepartiestothe table—me,theTowninspector,the engineeringinspector,twocouncil members,SoilConservationand someonefromthebuilder,Lennar,” Longsaid.“Wewillallgettogether andgothroughthislist,line-itemby line-item.

“We’redoingthatbecause,from thepicturesI’veseen,”shesaid,“they

haveaverylegitimateconcernwith someofthesethings,andtheTown caresaboutandsympathizeswith them.Wearenotrequiredtohavea meeting,butwewanttohelpthem outbecauseweareaboutthetown andthecommunity.Thisishelping ourconstituents,”Longsaid.

Sheexplainedthatwhenacompanystartsbuildinghomesinaresidentialcommunity,thebuilderis requiredtoobtainaperformancebond fromtheTown.TheTownreleasesthe bondifcertainconditionsaremet,but awarrantybondisrequired,“meaning, ifanythinghappensinthenextyear, theyhavetofixit,”Longsaid.

Teeter—aretiredNewJerseypoliceofficer—toldtheCoastalPoint thathedoesn’tunderstandhowthe Towncouldevenconsiderreleasing thebondwhiletherearestillproblems atSchoonerLanding,includingcracks intheswimmingpoolandanunfinishedwalkingpath,andthatheplans tocontacttheDelawareAttorney General’sOfficeabouttheproblems.

“IwanttheTowntodomoreto safeguardallofthecommunities. Maybewearestuckwhereweare,but whataboutthenextcommunity? WhatdidyoulearnfromLennarto protectothercommunities?”heasked.

SchoonerLandinghas127homes, saidTeeter,whomovedthereinJanuaryof2024andwasthefirstboard member.Whenthecommunitywasat 75percentbuild-out,hebecamepresidentoftheHOA.

“TheTownisleavingusholdinga leakingbag,”hesaid.“OncetheTown releasesthebond,wearestuck.We havenoleverageagainstthebuilderto completeanyprojects.Wehavetwo amenitiesinthedevelopment—a poolandawalkingpath.Thepoolhas alotofdeficiencies.It’scracked.The mortarismissingandbrokenoffinsidethedeckingofthepool.Wehave siding,andpartofthesidinghas blownoff.Asacommunity,weputthe sidingbackon.

“Wehaveawalkingpath,butwe can’tgetthelandscaperstodoanythingwithit,becauseyoucan’tgrow grassinthere,eventhoughtheplan saysthereissupposedtobeawalking pathwithgrass—butitisstillbarren, withrocksandsmallconstruction itemsstillinthere.We’reconcerned. It’sasafetything.

“TheTowntoldusit’sHOAproperty,butit’snot.It’sdeededtoLennar. TheTownissayingtheonlythingthe bondwasforwastomakesurethe streets,curbsandsidewalksaredone

right.Soyoujustleaveusaloneand walkaway?It’snotjustforus.What canhappenwiththenextcommunity?”Teeterasked.

Longsaidbuildersinstallwater lines,stormdrains,roadsandcurbing, andtheTown’sinspectorgoesonsite and“inspectseverythingoncetheyput inthefinalpavement.”

“TheTowninspectswithapunch list.Thisandthatneedstobefixed, butonlywhatwe,theTown,”sheemphasized,“istakingover—thewater, line,thesewerline,drainageandthe street,curbtocurb.Otherissuesare theHOA’sresponsibility.Thatisnota Townproblem.TheTowncan’tuse Townfundstofightaprivatebattle betweenanHOAandadeveloper.We can’tgetourtownsolicitorinvolved. HeispaidbytheTown.

“TheyhaveanHOA,butLennar hasnotdeededthatland,thatcommonarea,totheHOA.TheHOAhas takenitover,butitisstillLennar’s name.It’sacorporationname.The HOAreallyneedstogetrepresentationandgoafterthedevelopertofix theseproblems.Thatisnotuncommon.Thatisnotuncommonatall.I haveheardaboutalotofHOAsgoing afterdevelopers,”Longsaid.

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SelbyvillecoupleunderinvestigationbyDSP

BySusanCanfora StaffReporter

DelawareStatePolicethisweekwere assuringthepublictheywere“unaware ofanypublic-safetyimplications”asa Selbyvillecouple—includingaMarylandspecial-educationteacher—was beinginvestigated.Butpolicehavenot specifiedthenatureoftheirinvestigation.

Thecouple,KimberlyandBenjamin Berry,havebothbeenrelievedoftheir duties—KimberlyBerryasateacherat ShowellElementarySchoolnearBerlin, Md.,(notPhillipC.ShowellElementar ySchoolinSelbyville),andBenjamin anOceanCity,Md.,policeofficer.

BenjaminBerryhadreceivedaMeritoriousServiceAwardfromtheOcean CityPoliceDepartmentin2021.He

wasaseasonalofficerin2008and2009, andwashiredasafull-timeofficerin 2012.PriortobeingrelievedofhisdutieswiththeOCPD,hewasservingasa patrolman.

In2019,aGoFundMecampaignwas establishedtobenefitBenjaminBerry, whoitsaidhadbeendiagnosedwith advancetesticularcancer,andthefamily receivedmorethan$27,000indonationsfromthecommunity,O.C.TodayDispatchnewspaperreported.

OceanCitypolicethisweeksaid theywereassistingDelawareStatePolicewiththeirinvestigation.

Cpl.LewisBriggsoftheDelaware StatePolicetoldtheCoastalPointthis weekthatpolice,onJune13,“beganan investigationinvolvingBenjaminand KimberlyBerry.”

“Atthistime,weareunawareofany public-safetyimplicationsrelatedtothe investigation,”Briggssaid.“Additionally, noarrestshavebeenmade.Asthisisan activeandongoinginvestigation,there isnofurtherinformationtoshareatthis time.”

AWorcesterCounty(Md.)Public Schoolsspokesmanthisweekconfirmed thatMrs.BerryhadbeenplacedonadministrativeleaveonJune12,thenfired bytheWCPSboardonJune14.

“TheWorcesterCountyBoardof Educationisawareofanongoinglaw enforcementinvestigationconcerning Kimber lyBerry.Inlightofwhatthe boardunderstandstobetheactivenatureoftheinvestigation,theboardcan makenofurthercomment,”WCPSofficialssaid.

TheOceanCityPoliceDepartment, inaFacebookpost,statedthatBerry hadbeenplacedonpaidadministrative leaveatthebeginningofJunefor“an unrelatedinternalmatter;then,after learningoftheinvestigation,police openedasecondadministrativeinvestigation.”

Thepoststatedthatofficersplaced onleavehavetheirpolicepowersrevokedandmaynotaccesslawenforcementdatabasesorthePublicSafety buildinginOceanCityduringinvestigations.

“TheOceanCityPoliceDepartment takesthismatterseriously.WewillcontinuetoassisttheDelawareStatePolice withtheirinvestigationasneeded,along withcontinuingourtwoadministrative investigations,”theFacebookpoststated.

SDARJtocelebrate 10thanniversary

TheSouthernDelawareAlliancefor RacialJustice(SDARJ)willholdits 10thAnniversaryGalaonSaturday,Oct. 24,atKingsCreekCountryClubinRehobothBeach,from5:30to10p.m.

TheSDARJisanon-partisan,member-supportedorganizationthateducates,informsandadvocatesforracial justice,equalityandfairopportunity. ThegalawillcelebrateSDARJ’s10 yearsofworkacrossSussexCounty, challengingstructuralandsystemic racism, hostingcommunitytownhalls, sponsoringscholarshipsandproviding supportforcitizensreturningtothe communityfromincarceration.The eveningwillfeaturelivemusicandentertainment,asilentauction,andremarksfromelectedofficials,community leadersandlocalbusinessleaderscelebratingSDARJ’saccomplishments.

“Tenyearsago,asmallstudygroup cametogethertodiscussMichelle Alexander’slandmarkbook,TheNew JimCrow,andthatsparkigniteda movement,”saidCharlotteKing, SDARJBoardchair.“Today,westand proudofwhatwe’veaccomplished— fromscholarshipprogramstopolicyadvocacytoculturalchange.Thisgala honorsnotjustourpast,butourcommitmenttothenextdecadeofwork.”

AccordingtoJosephLawson, SDARJexecutivedirector,thegalacelebratesnotonlySDARJ’sfirst10years butitscommitmenttofundingthenext phaseofitswork.

Lawsonsaid,“We’regratefulforthe growingsupportfromourcommunity, fromlocalbusinessestostateleaders. Together,we’rebuildingmomentumfor racialjusticeinDelaware.”

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Inafewshortweeks,theeyesoftheyouthsoftballworldwill beonRoxana,asanotherchapterintheSeniorLeagueSoftball WorldSerieswilltakeplaceattheLowerSussexLittleLeague ComplexfromMonday,Aug.3,throughSunday,Aug.9.

Playersfromacrossthisnationandaroundtheworldwilldescendonourlittlesliceofheaventostaketheirclaimashaving thebestteamontheplanet,andtheywillhavetogetthrougha DistrictIIIteamcomprisingplayersfromIndianRiver,Sussex Central,SussexTech,CapeHenlopenandSussexAcademyhigh schools.And,onceagain,thatDistrictIIIteamlookslikeitcould beaseriouscontenderforthechampionship,havingadvanced thisfaronthebackof11-1and10-0gamestogetthere.

So,onceagain,theactionlookslikeitwillbeterrific,andwith freeparkingandadmissiontoeverygame,itseemslikeanobraineractivitytogetoutandexperiencesomethingdifferent,if youhaven’talready.And,ifyouhavebeenbefore,thereisnoneed to sellyouonithere.Itisincredible.

Andittakesalotofworktomakeithappen—notonlyfrom

theplayers,coachesandparentswhogettheteamswherethey needtobeinordertohavethiskindofsuccess,butalsofrom strictlyalogisticsperspective.

Andthisiswhereyoucanhelp.

Volunteersareneededtoworkwithvendors,drivegolfcartsto bringspecialguestsandfansfromtheparkinglot,dotrashcollectionandworkatsomeofthevarioustablesthatwillbesetup aroundthefacility.Ifthereisataskthatneedstobedoneatthe facility,itrequiresvolunteers.

Individualsororganizationsarebothneeded,andatvarious times.

“Someofthegamesstartasearlyas11a.m.,”explainedSeries DirectorMartinDonovan.“So,thosedaystheywillneedanearliergroupofvolunteers,becauseLeaguevolunteersarenormally working.Anyonethatisabletohelp,whetherit’soneday,acoupledaysorthewholeweek—pleasereachouttomesowecan getyousquaredaway.”

Donovancanbereachedat(302)745-0184.

Minusoneicon,theJazzFuneralgoeson VolunteersneededatsoftballWorldSeries

Asmanybusinessesacrossthesefruitedplainscelebrate “ChristmasinJuly”eventsthisweekend,theironyisnotloston methatI’vebeenexperiencingsomeChristmasnostalgiamemoriesmyselfrecently.

And,no,I’mnottalkingabouthustlingmysisterintosneakingintothelivingroomintheweehoursofthemorningtoseeif SantabroughtmetheskateboardIwanted,orsomehowingestingthatawfulChristmaspunchmydadmadeeveryyearwith Spriteandsherbet.Thisnostalgiacomesfromamorerecent placeandiscurrentlybeingfiledinmy brainintheever-expandingdrawertitled “ThingsIshouldhavereallyappreciated morewhiletheywerehappening.”

Point of No Return

Darin J. McCann

Wehadavisitortoourofficeevery yearinthedaysleadinguptoChristmas. Withoutfail,aboomingvoicewouldannouncehisarrivalassoonasheentered thedoor,andinstantlyweallknewitwasaverytallmandressed asSanta,bringingwarmwishesandbottlesofwinetosharewith ourstaff.Smileswouldappearinstantly,asthegood-naturedvisitorspreadjoy—andalcohol—eachyearatthattime.

ofhim.IgavewhatIhadandshotanotetoPaulthatthisperson wastryingtoreachhim.IstartedgettingalittleconcernedasI wasthinkingabouthowwedidn’tseePaulatChristmas,and nowalongtimefriendofhiswashavingadifficulttimegettinga holdofhim.

Butthen1,200otherthingslandedinmylap,andIhadto putmyfocusbackon“thenow.”

Nottoolongago,wehadavisitfromaverynicewomanwho alsohasbeeninvolvedwiththeJazzFuneralformanyyears.She sharedwithusthatPaulhadpassedaway, andthatthefutureoftheeventwaskind ofupintheairbecauseofjusthowmuch Pauldidinmakingthishappeneveryyear, andhowtheyneedednewleadershipto holditthisyear.

ItwasPaulJankovic—theownerofOceanCityAdvertising Agency,theformerpublisheroftheBethanyHeraldandoneof theleadorganizersoftheever-popularBethanyBeachJazzFuneral,heldeachyearonLaborDaytowrapupthesummer.Oh, andweshouldprobablyadd,“OneHeckofaNiceGuy”tohis resumé.

Only,wedidn’tgetavisitthisyear,andthatabsencedidn’tgo withoutnotice.Itwasbroughtupafewtimesthatwedidn’tget ourannualvisitfromPaul,andnotonlybecause,well,peoplelike gettingwineattheholidays.Itwasbecauseitwasfun.Assimple andtriteasthatsounds,thevisitwasfuneveryyearandaddedto theChristmasatmosphereforeverybodyhere.

ItwasashorttimelaterIreceivedacallfromalocalperson whohasalsoknownPaulformanyyearsandhaslong-beenactivewithhim,intermsofworkingontheJazzFuneral.Heasked ifIhad heardfromPaulinawhile,andifIhadanycontactinformation,becausehewashavingadifficulttimegettingahold

Myheartsunk.Wehavetakenmy daughtertotheJazzFuneralnearlyevery yearofherlife,andithadbecomeabitofafamilytraditionfor us.Youknow—alittletriptothearcade,grabsomethingtoeat andbidadieutothesummerwiththerestofthe“mourners”on theboardwalk,afterapplaudingthelifeguardsastheyleavetheir seatsfortheseason.

AndImournedthelossofPaul—apersonwhohadgone fromclienttofriendovertheyears.Abig-heartedmanwho lovedtheJazzFuneralandBethanyBeach,andenjoyedsharing thatlovewithothers.Agoodman.

Overthispastweekend,ourBethanyBeachreporter,Susan Canfora,toldmethattheTownwouldbetakingovertheJazz Funeralnow,puttingitintheverycapablehandsofBethany BeachEventsCoordinatorJulieMalewskiandthecrewthat makessomuchmagichappeninBethany.Itinstantlybroughta smiletomyface,andIfirmeduptheideathattheMcCannfamilywouldmostcertainlybeinattendancethisLaborDay.

AndIsmiledforPaul,whowouldnodoubtbethankfulthat theeventhehadpouredsomuchattentionandenergyintoover theyearswouldbegoingonafterhewasgone.

I’llstillmissPaul,particularlyaroundChristmastime.ButI willthinkofhimwarmlyeveryLaborDayevening.

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Ilovelivingatthebeach.Idon’t mindsharingitwithothers.TonightI witnessedanunleasheddogattackanotherdogonaleash.Thedogwould notreleaseitsvictim.Theownerwas screamingforherdogtoletgoofthe victimdog.Disturbingtowatch.Ifelt sorryforalltheparties.

Itappearedfrommyviewthatthe instigatorwouldneedtobeshot.The ownersweregettingnowherebreaking upthedogs.Ifinallycalledthepolice aftertherepeatedscreamsfromthe owners.Iwastraumatized.

Ifwewouldfollowtherulesbyhavingyourpetleashed,thisneverwould happen.Whoreallyknowswhatgoes throughthemindofananimal?Gosh,I walkmystreetdaily.Isometimeswalk withmy2-year-oldgrandson.Iwould rathernotfacethethoughtofhim beingindangerbywalkingdownanooutletstreet.

Wearehalfthroughthesummer. Let’skeepitsafeforourpets,children andourselves.

KathleenCramer BethanyBeach

Readerresponds topreviousletter

Editor:

Aresponsetotheladywhotook issuewithreceivingaticketforparking overtheyellowline:Shestatedthather tirewasjustbarelyovertheline.Ifound herletterveryamusing.

Letmegetthisright:Byherown admission,herfronttirewasjustbarely overtheline.Awheelandtiremeasure onaverage30inches.Alreadyoverthe linebytwoandahalffeet.Addtothat thewheelsitsbackabout26inches.My calculationsputthefrontofhercarat about fourfeetovertheline.

Suggestion:Ownuptoyourmistake, paythefineanddobetternexttime.

CliffEskridge OceanView

Anotherreader weighsinonletter

Editor’snote:Thefollowingletterisin responsetoMarthaFoster’spreviousletter totheCoastalPointregardingaparking ticket.

Ms.FosterfromNorthCarolina wrotearatherridiculouslysarcasticlettertotheBethanyBeachPoliceDepartmentandtotheCoastalPointabout

receivingaparkingticket. If youhaveanissuethatisofconcerntoyouoryouarelookingfora sympatheticear,thenbefactualinstead ofwritingadiatribeofnonsense.Asa citizen,youcertainlyhavetherightto faceyouraccuserandgotosomething calledcourt,whereyoupresentyour casetoajudge.Itdoesnotappearthat youexercisedthatoption,andmaybe youshould.

Youmightalsowanttoexercisethe 5thAmendment,too,toavoidself-incrimination.Foraneffectiveargument, whereisyourevidence?Didyousubmit a phototoeitherthepolicedepartment orthenewspaper?No,youdidn’t.How aboutmakeandmodelofyourcar? Nope,notthateither.

So,let’slookatyourstatement.First, youwritethatyou“parkedapproximatelyonefootovertheyellowline.” Lateryouwrite:“Icompletelyoverlookedthefarmoredangerousoffense ofallowingmytiretodrifteverso slightlybeyondthepaintedstripe.”So, whichisit?Wereyouslightlyoverthe lineoractuallymorethanafewfeet overtheline?

Idriveafull-sizepickup.Ifmytireis “slightlybeyondthepaintedstripe,”that meansanotherthreefeetofmycaris beyondtheline.Myneighbordrivesa MiniCooper.Thecenterofhertireto herfrontbumperisabouttwofeet.That wouldalsobetwoandhalf,threefeet overthepaintedline.Theregulations sayyouwillparkbehindtheline,noton topoftheline,not“approximatelyone footovertheyellowline,”butbehind theline.Sorry,Ms.Foster,I’dwriteyou a ticket,too.

Myin-lawsownedahomeinRehoboth.TheCityyellow-paintedtwo feetofcurbadjacenttotheirdriveway andpaintedalineinthestreet,and everyyearsomeonetriedtosqueeze theircarinaspacethatisonlymeant forone.Basedonyourowndescription, yourcarwouldhaveobstructedourabilitytoenterorexitourdriveway.

Maybe,Ms.Foster,hadyouparked yourcarappropriately,thentheofficers wouldhavetimeformorevaluableservice tothecommunity.

MikeHartnett

Dagsboro

Readersgrateful forsupport

Editor:

Sadly,notallstorieshaveahappy ending,althoughthisJune,theDelaware StatePoliceDetectiveD.J.Hickman, DougfromMelson’sFuneralHomein OceanView,carriedmeandmyfamily duringourmostchallenginghours. TheGeorgetownmedicalexaminers, liaisonsandgovernmentteamsdis-

CoastalPoint•SusanLyons Perhapstheworld’slamestgameof Hide-and-Seek.

ifitwastheironlypriorityduringabusy weekendatthebeach.

iswithpuregratitudethatwewillnever forgetyourgoodness.

playedpureprofessionalism,support, clarity,directionandcompassionforthe lossofmybeloved.EvenMyraofconstituentservicestreatedoursituationas

Whenitisyourworsttimeandcommunitybusinessleadersvalidateyour heartandloss,youneverfeelalone. Specialthanksforthekindnessto theMadiganfamily,andpleaseknowit

Delawareresidentsdon’tknowuntil youneedtoknow,butfromDelawareto Maryland,wewerenotinisolation.

Peace,prayersandappreciationfor thegreatpeoplewhogotheextrasteps

forthosetheywillnevermeet. Happysummer,happylife,thrive andgivethankstothosewhooftenare overlookeduntilweneedthem! Thankyouagain.

TheMadiganFamily ForestHill,Md.

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Wethinkwecanseewhatdirectionthisguyisheading,andit’shardtoblamehim.Or,her.Coulddefinitelybe‘her.’

HarvestManortoholdgrand-openingevent

HarvestManorwillbecelebratingitsgrand-openingwiththeBethany-FenwickAreaChamberofCommerceonMonday,Aug.17, andthecommunityisinvited.

HarvestManor—HomeofSeed& Sapling—isinvitingthecommunity, engagedcouples,localbusinesses,media partnersandeventprofessionalstoits GrandOpeningCelebrationonMonday,Aug.17.

Hostedinpartnershipwiththe Bethany-FenwickAreaChamberof Commerce,thisspecialeveningofficiallyintroducesHarvestManor’snew visionwhileshowcasingadestination forluxuryweddings,celebrations,re-

ments,giveaways,exclusiveoffersand weddinginspiration.

Aribbon-cuttingceremonywillbe heldat6p.m.

TheGrandOpeningCelebrationis beinghostedinpartnershipwiththe Bethany-FenwickAreaChamberof Commerce.

“JoinChambermembers,localofficials, businessleadersandthecommunityasHarvestManorofficially celebratesitsGrandOpening,”Chamberrepresentativessaid.

ABusinessMixerisalsoplannedfor 7:30to9p.m.Businessowners,entrepreneurs,creatives,weddingprofessionalsandcommunityleadersarebeing invitedtonetwork,withmusic,conversationanddancingencouraged.

treats,corporateeventsandcommunity gatherings.

TheGrandOpeningCelebration and DelmarvaWeddingShowcaseare setfor5:30to7:30p.m.onAug.17.Attendeescanmeethand-selectedweddingprofessionals,tourtheestate,and enjoyDJMannyMann,a360photo booth,complimentaryfoodandrefresh-

“HarvestManorismorethana beautifulvenue—it’saplacewhereunforgettablecelebrationsbeginand meaningfulconnectionsaremade. Whetheryou’renewlyengaged,growing yourbusinessorsimplylookingtoexperienceoneofDelmarva’shiddengems, weinviteyoutojoinusforanevening filledwithinspiration,celebrationand community,”saidHarvestManorDirectorofCelebrationsAnnMarie.

HarvestManorislocatedat246 ClaytonAvenue,Frankford.Admission totheeventiscomplimentary,but RSVPsareencouraged,at(302)7576130orannmarie@harvestmanorevents.com.

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BySusanCanfora StaffReporter

BethanyBeachPoliceSgt.Brandon Elliottwashonoredrecentlybythe towncouncilandfellowofficersupon hisretirementfromthepoliceforce after20years.

“It’sbeengreathavingyou,andbest ofluckinretirement,”MayorRonCalef toldElliott,toapplause,duringtheJuly 17towncouncilmeeting.

PoliceChiefPatrickFoleysaidElliottbeganhiscareerwiththeDewey BeachPoliceDepartment,laterjoining theBethanyBeachPoliceDepartment, and wasassignedtooverseeseasonalofficertraining.

“Atthetime,thatwasamassiveundertaking.Itwasinneedofdevelop-

mentandanewcurriculum,andhe doverightintoit.Hedidn’tknowatthe time,buthisventurewouldallowhim toleavealasting footprintacross Delawareandthe entirecountry. Today,thereare manyofficerswho startedtheircareersheredueto hisseasonalacademy.Itisapowerfultestamenttothevisionthathehad,” Foleysaid.

Elliott,hesaid,hasalwaysbeena “phenomenalinvestigator,buteven withoutthetitleof‘detective,’heisour defactoinvestigator.Heneverleavesa stoneunturnedwhenitcomestoinves-

tigating,andhehastaughtyoungerofficerstheropes,anditstayedwiththem tobuildtheirconfidence,”Foleysaid.

Elliott,42,whoselastdaywiththe BBPDwillbeonJuly30,wasaCommissiononAccreditationforLawEnforcementAgencies(CALEA)manager “andgotusthroughapprovalin2025 and, asoflastweek,in2026,withthe leastminorcorrectionswehaveever seen,”Foleysaid.

“Ithasbeenanabsolutepleasureto workbesideyouforthepast20years. YoumakeBethanyBeachabetterplace andweall,fromthepoliceside,wish youthebestofluck,”Foleysaid,adding thatseveralseasonalofficerswereinthe audiencetohonorElliott,eventhough theywere“runningoffnosleep.Sothat showstheirdedicationtoyou.”

FoleyandDeputyChiefJustinNorman presentedElliottwitharetirement badge,andFoleyshowedshortfilm clipsofseveralofficershehadtrained, includingthosewhonowworkforthe SecretService,thankingandcongratulatinghim.

Oneofficerspokefromhispatrolcar withhisK9byhisside,prompting Foleytojoke,“Thedoghadnocomment.”

Foleyshowedcouncilamapofthe UnitedStateswithstarsonthestates whereformerBethanyBeachseasonal officersendedupworking,andtheyincludedTexas,Maryland,Pennsylvania, Washington,D.C.,Virginia,North Carolina,SouthCarolinaandFlorida.

Elliottwasalsopresentedwitha plaqueintheshapeofaUnitedStates flag.Hislittleboyranuptothepodium andgrabbedagiftbagastheaudience laughed.

Calefalsopresentedhimwitha plaque“fromtheTown,givingyousinceregratitudeforyour20yearsofdedicatedservice.”

“Theremayormaynotbeaparking ticketonyourcar,too,Elliott,”Foley joked.

Coonsacceptingservice academyapplications

U.S.Sen.ChrisCoons(D-Del.)announcedthisweekthathiscongressional officeisacceptingapplicationsfrom Delawarestudentsforanominationto onethenation’sserviceacademies.StudentscansubmitapplicationstoCoons’ officefortheNavalAcademy,theAir ForceAcademy,theMerchantMarine AcademyandtheMilitaryAcademyat WestPoint.

“Eachyear,it’smyhonortonominate incredibleDelawarestudentstoournation’sserviceacademies,”saidCoons. “Serviceacademiescreateleaders,giving youngpeopletheopportunitytoserve theircountry,earnacollegedegree,begin alife-changingcareerandmaketheir markonAmerica’sfuture.For250years, ournationhasdependedongenerations steppingforwardandcommittingthemselvestosecurityandfreedom.I’mexcited tomeetthecourageous,talented,and hard-workingDelawareanswhowilldo sothisyear.”

Thedeadlineforapplicationsforthe Classof2031isOct.15.Tobeconsidered foranappointmenttoaserviceacademy, anapplicantmustmeettheeligibility requirementsasrequiredbylawandreceive anomination.StudentspursuinganominationshouldcontactCoons’Officeat (302)736-5601orvisithiswebsiteat https://www.coons.senate.gov/services/co nstituent-services/academy-nominations/ toobtainanapplicationandforadditionalinformationabouttheserviceacademynominationprocess.

ArtisanMarketbringinglocalartiststoRehoboth

OnAug.16,SussexCounty’sarts communitywilltakecenterstageas theCoastalDelawareArtisanMarket fillsthegrandballroomoftheCambriaHotelfrom10a.m.to3p.m.The one-daymarketgathers35local artistsandfine-craftartisanstopresentacuratedselectionofhand-crafted goods,highlightingtheregion’screativetalentandcoastalinfluences.

The“CheerstoSummer!”-themed marketwillofferattendeesarangeof originalwork,includingcoastal-inspiredwallart,wire-treesculptures, mosaictileart,handcraftedjewelry, artisanalbodycare,wearableartand ceramics.

Visitorscanalsoexplorespecializedartistriesincludingwatercolor paintings,graphitedrawings,intricate woodengravings,hand-paintedglass-

Highlightinghistory atGeorgetownlibrary

TheUnitedStatesmarked250 yearsofindependenceonJuly4,but there’smorehistorytobehighlighted, especiallyinDelaware,whichplayed animportantroleinshapingthe country.

And,becauseremarkablemoments inhistoryhappenedintheFirstState, theGeorgetownPublicLibraryisofferingtalksontwoaspectsof Delaware’spast:theDelawareContinentalsandFortMiles.

OnTuesday,July28,at10:30a.m., thepublicisbeinginvitedtoapresentationon“TheDelawareContinentals intheAmericanRevolution.”Attendeescanstepbackintimeandlearn aboutthecontributionsofthebrave menoftheDelawareContinental Regimentwhofoughtduringthe AmericanRevolution.

Attendeeswillgetaglimpseinto thesoldiers’dailylivesandviewreproductionartifactsthemenwouldhave used,makingthisinteractiveprogram perfectforhistorybuffsandanyone interestedinDelaware’sroleinour nation’sfounding,organizerssaid.

Then,Monday,Aug.10,at5:30 p.m.,thelibrarywillhost“FortMiles: 50YearsofService.”Thepresentation willcoverthehistoryofFortMilesas amilitaryinstallation—fromitsconstructionduringWorldWarII throughitsserviceduringtheCold Waranditseventualtransferto Delawareasastatepark.

Thefortservedasamilitarysite dedicatedtothedefenseofthenation andtheDelawareBay.Attendeescan learnhowthatrolepreservedthearea andallowedforitstransitiontoa publicbeachandnaturepreserve.

VisitGeorgetown.lib.de.ustoregisterorlearnmoreabouttheseprogramsandotherupcomingevents.

ware,andotherartandfinecrafts. Theeventalsofeaturesachildren’s bookauthorandillustratorwhowill personallyautographherimaginative books.Todelightthetastebuds,local foodcreatorswillroundouttheexperiencewithcustomdessertsandvegan delicaciesavailableforsamplingand purchase.

“TheCoastalDelawareArtisan Marketisacommunity-focusedevent dedicatedtoshowcasingtheworkof localartistsandanexcellentwayto discoveruniquetreasuresatthecoast. Theeventprovidesanengagingculturalexperiencesupportingandcelebratingthetalentedlocalartistswho contributetomakingtheCoastal Delawarecommunitysoexceptional,” saidDivaClendenin,organizerand artist/owneratLiquidAbstractsin

Lewes.

“Attendeescanexpectawelcoming, curatedshoppingexperiencewhere everypieceofarttellsastory—from uniquejewelrytoplayfulchildren’s booksandone-of-a-kindartwork. Thisapproachablemarketisachance tosupportindividualartists,celebrate craftsmanshipandcommunity,and bringhomesomethinguniquely made.”

TobeheldinsidetheCambria Hotellocatedat17222HoodRoadin RehobothBeach,theeventisdesignedtoprovidearelaxed,comfortableenvironmentforbrowsingand meetingartists.Exhibitorsrepresenta varietyofdisciplinesandtechniques, offeringbothdecorativeandfunctionalpiecessuitableforgifts,home collectionsorpersonalkeepsakes.The

marketemphasizeshandcraftedqualityandlocalproduction,withartists availabletodiscusstheirmethods,inspiration,andcustomcommissionoptions.

Toenhancetheshoppingexperience,adedicatedbeveragestationwill beavailablejustoutsidetheballroom entry,offeringrefreshmentsexclusivelyforeventattendees.Guestsare alsobeinginvitedtovisitthehotel’s VerandaRestaurant&Bar,whichwill beopenduringtheeventandserving breakfast,lunch,cocktailsanddinner. AdmissiontotheCoastalDelaware ArtisanMarketisfree,andthevenue offersfreeparkingforguests. Formoreinformationandtoview thefullartistlineup,visittheofficial Facebookeventpageathttps://shorturl.at/IRdOW.

Ridersanddrivers urgedtostayalertafter recentmotorcyclecrashes

TheDelawareOfficeofHighway Safety(OHS)isurgingbothmotorcyclists anddriverstostayalertandsharetheroad responsiblyasmotorcycletravelincreases duringthepeaksummerridingseason.

Theremindercameafteronemotorcyclistwaskilledandtwootherswereseriouslyinjuredinseparatecrashesacross Delawarewithinarecent24-hourperiod, underscoringtheimportanceofvigilance fromeveryoneontheroad,officialssaid.

Motorcyclesaresmallerandlessvisible thanothervehicles,makingridersmore vulnerabletoseriousinjuryinacrash. Whetherapersonisbehindthehandlebarsorbehindthewheel,thechoicesthey makeontheroadcanhelppreventa tragedy,theyemphasized.

“Motorcyclistsrepresentasmallpercentageofthevehiclesonourroadways, yetmotorcyclefatalitiesaccountfor15 percentofDelaware’strafficfatalitiesin 2026,”saidJeffreyHorvath,deputydirectoroftheDelawareOfficeofHighway Safety.“Thosenumbersremindusthat motorcyclesafetyisasharedresponsibility. Driversneedtolooktwiceformotorcycles, andridersneedtostayvisible,ridedefensivelyandalwaysfollowtherulesofthe road.Lookingoutforoneanothercan savelives.”

Tohelpreducecrashesandimprove ridersafety,OHSencouragesmotorcycliststo:

•Stayalerttochangingroadconditions andsurroundingtraffic.

•Wearproperprotectivegear,including aDOT-complianthelmetandappropriate ridingapparel.

•Increaseyourvisibilitybyusingheadlights,wearingbrightorreflectiveclothing,

andpositioningyourselfwheredriverscan seeyou.

•Obeypostedspeedlimitsandride withinyourskilllevel.

•Watchforroadwayhazards,suchas unevenpavement,gravel,debris,wetroads andpotholes.

•Ridedefensivelyandbepreparedfor distractedorinattentivedrivers.

Driversplayanequallyimportantrole inpreventingmotorcyclecrashes.OHS encouragesmotoriststo:

•Looktwiceformotorcyclesbefore changinglanes,mergingormakingturns.

•Checkmirrorsandblindspotscarefully,asmotorcyclescanbehardertosee thanlargervehicles.

•Allowextrafollowingdistancetoprovideriderswithadequatespacetomaneuverandstopsafely.

•Givemotorcyclesthefullwidthofa laneandavoidsharingalanewitharider.

•Neverdrivewhileimpairedbyalcohol,cannabis,prescriptionmedicationsor otherdrugs.

•Bepatientandattentive.Becausemotorcyclesaresmallandcanbedifficultto judgeintermsofspeedanddistance,takinganextramomenttolookcarefullycan savealife.

“Whethertravelingbymotorcycleor passengervehicle,everyonehasarolein preventingcrashes.OHSencouragesall roaduserstoslowdown,eliminatedistractions,neverdriveorrideimpaired,and makesafetytheirtoppriorityeverytime theytravel.”

Tolearnmoreaboutmotorcyclesafety, visitArriveAliveDE.com/respect-theride/orNHTSA.gov/road-safety/motorcycles.

DPHconfirmsfirstpositivemeaslescaseinmorethanadecade

TheDelawareDivisionofPublic Health(DPH)thisweekreportedits firstconfirmedmeaslescaseinmore thanadecade.Asamplewastested andconfirmedpositiveonMonday, July20.

Officialssaidextensivecontact tracingwasongoingtoidentifyanyoneexposedtotheindividual,and DPHwillnotifypeoplewhowere identifiedasexposedtoconfirm whethertheyhavebeenvaccinated againstmeasles,provideeducational resourcesandtorecommendtreatmentwhennecessary.Moreinformationwillbeforthcomingifcontact tracingrevealsanyknownpublicexposures,theysaid.

Theindividualwhotestedpositive isanunvaccinatedadultmalein KentCounty,officialsnoted.DPH

wasunabletoprovidemoredetails abouttheindividualwhotestedpositiveatthetime,duetomedicalprivacyrestrictions,theyemphasized.

Delawareanswereencouragedto confirmtheirvaccinationstatus,as wellasthestatusoftheirchildren.If theyareunsureoftheirvaccination status,theycanvisittheDelVAX

PublicPortalandviewtheirpersonal profile.Individualsmayalsocontact theirprimaryhealthcareproviderfor additionaldetailsiftheyareunable toobtaintheirrecordsonDelVAX.

Generally,anyoneshowingany symptomsofmeaslesshouldseek immediatehealthcarebycontacting theirprimarycareprovider.Ifsymptomsaresevere,theyshouldseekimmediatecareatthenearest emergencydepartment.Priorto

goingtoanyhealthcarefacility,the individualshouldnotifyproviders andmedicaltransportiftheyortheir childwereexposedtomeasles.If theydonothaveaprovider,they shouldcontactapublichealthclinic.

Officialsemphasizedthatthe MMRvaccineisprovensafeandeffectiveatpreventingmeasles,having beenadministeredformorethanfive decades.

“TestingshowstheMMRvaccine tobe97percenteffectiveatpreventingmeaslesforthosewhohavereceivedtwodosesoftheMMR vaccineandarenotseverelyimmunocompromised,”theysaid.

“Childrenshouldgettheirfirstdose ofvaccinebetween12and15 monthsofageandtheirseconddose between4and6yearsofage.Ifyou

havenotreceivedbothdosesbyage 6,youshouldgetyourfirstorsecond doseassoonaspossible.Infants6to 11monthswhoaretravelinginternationallyorwhoareinanareaexperiencingameaslesoutbreakor exposureshouldreceiveoneearly doseofMMRvaccine.”

Vaccinationsareavailabletoboth adultsandchildrenatmanypharmacies,federallyqualifiedhealthcenters (FQHCs)andprovidersthroughout Delaware,andalsoatpublichealth clinicsfortheuninsuredorunderinsured.Individualsshouldcontact theirpreferredfacilityinadvanceto confirmsupplyandavailability.

Generally,peopleareconsidered protected(immune)iftheywere:

•Bornbefore1957;or

•Givenalaboratorytestthatconfirmedthattheyhadmeaslesatsome pointintheirlife;or

•Givenalaboratorytestthatconfirmedtheyareimmunetomeasles; or

•Havereceivedtwodosesof measles-containingvaccine,usually givenasmeasles,mumps,rubella (MMR)vaccine.

Wheretogetvaccinated

Vaccinesmaybeavailableatfacilitiesincludingpharmaciesandprimarycareproviders.Callapreferred facilitytoensuretheyhavethe MMRvaccineandareavailableto administerit.Ifapreferredfacility doesnothavethevaccine,people maybeabletoreceiveavaccineata publichealthclinic.Alistofpublic healthclinicsisathttps://publichealthalerts.delaware.gov/publichealth-clinics/.Callapreferredclinic beforegoingtoconfirmtheyhave vaccineavailable.

Informationforproviders

Ifhealthcareprovidersidentify potentialcases,theyshouldcontact theDPHOfficeofInfectiousDiseaseEpidemiology(OIDE)during regularbusinesshoursat(302)7444990,orthestate’s24-hourreporting lineat1-888-295-5156outsideof normalbusinesshours,tocoordinate testing,receiveguidanceandlimit anyfurtherexposures.

Measlesisahighlycontagious, acuteviralillnessthatbeginswith earlysymptomsoffever,cough, coryza(runnynose)andconjunctivitis(pinkeye),lastingtwotofour dayspriortorashonset.Therash typicallyoccursthreetofivedays aftersymptomsbeginandusuallyappearsonthefaceandspreadsdown thebody.

Measlescancauseseverehealth

DelawaretakesmajorsteptowardNextGeneration911

Gov.MattMeyerthisweeksigned landmarklegislationestablishinga sustainablefundingsourcetotransitionDelaware’slegacyemergency communicationsnetworktoa statewideNextGeneration911 (NG911)system,givingfirst-respondersandemergencycommunications professionalsthemoderntechnology officialssaidisneededtobetterserve Delawareans.

SponsoredbystateRep.William Bush,andco-sponsoredbystateRep. DanielShortandstateSen.Nicole Poore,HouseBill468passedunanimously,withbipartisansupport.BeginningOct.1,itincreasesthe monthly911surchargefrom60cents to90cents—thefirstadjustment since2001.

Theadditionalrevenuewillfund theinfrastructure,equipment,software,cybersecurityandtraining neededtodeployandmaintaina modernstatewideemergencycommunicationsnetwork.

Bush(D-29th),primarysponsorof HouseBill468,stated,“Having workedwithDelaware’sfire,EMSand lawenforcementcommunities throughoutmycareer,Iknowthatreliableemergencycommunicationsare criticaltoprotectinglives.ThislegislationwillhelpmodernizeDelaware’s emergencycommunicationsnetwork, sowe’repreparednotonlyfortoday’s emergenciesbutforthechallengesof tomorrow.”

Poore(D-12th),leadSenatesponsorofHouseBill468,said,“911 emergencyservicesplayacriticalrole incoordinatinglife-savingservicesfor peopleduringsomeofthemost stressfulmomentsoftheirlives.As technologyevolves,it’simportantthat wemodernizeoursystemstoensure

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complications,includingpneumonia, braininflammationanddeath.The virusistransmittedbydirectcontact withinfectiousdropletsorbyairbornespreadwhenaninfectedpersonbreathes,coughsorsneezes.The measlesviruscanremaininfectious intheairandonsurfacesforupto twohoursafteraninfectedperson leavesanarea.

Infectedpeoplearecontagious fromfourdaysbeforetherashstarts throughfourdaysafterrashdevelopment.Theincubationperiodfor measlesfromexposuretofeveris usuallyabout10days(witharange ofsevento12days),andfromexposuretorashonsetisusuallyabout14 days(witharangeofsevento21 days).

Formoreinformationonmeasles, visitde.gov/measles.

thatDelawareansreceivethefastest, mostreliableemergencyassistance whentheyneeditmost.Thislegislationwillhelpussupportthesevital emergencyserviceswhileopeningup avenuestolife-savingtechnologylike text-to-911andimprovedgeolocation detection,whichwillhelpourfirst-respondersservingonthefrontlines.”

“WhilethecosttoDelaware householdsisminimal,Ibelievethe benefitsgainedfromnext-generation 911communicationswillbeimmeasurable,”saidShort(D-39th).“Thisinvestmentwillmodernizeour emergencycommunicationssystem, equippingfirst-responderswithcapabilitiesthatimproveresponsetimes, enhancesituationalawareness,andultimatelysavelives,faroutstrippingthe modestcostofimplementingthese newtechnologies.”

“Everysecondmatterswhensomeonereachesoutto911forhelp,”said DepartmentofSafety&Homeland SecuritySecretaryJoshuaBushweller. “ThislegislationgivesDelawarethe resourcestobuildamoreresilient,se-

cureandtechnologicallyadvanced emergencycommunicationssystem. ByinvestinginNextGeneration911 today,we’reensuringourdispatchers andfirst-respondershavethetools theyneedtorespondquickly,share moreinformationandbetterprotect thepeopleofDelaware.”

Delaware’semergencycommunicationsprofessionalsanswermorethan 700,000voice911callsandprocessat least20,000text-to-911messages eachyear.ThestatewidesystemincludeseightPublicSafetyAnswering Points(PSAPs),staffedbyapproximately300telecommunicationsspecialistswhoprovide24-hour emergencydispatchservices.

NG911willreplaceDelaware’s legacyEnhanced911(E911)system withasecure,internetprotocol-based networkthatsupportsvoicecalls,textto-911andmultimedia,suchasphotosandvideos.Itwillalsoimprove callerlocationaccuracy,strengthen datasharingwithfirst-respondersand enhancesystemresiliencyduring emergencies.

Revenuegeneratedthroughtheupdatedsurchargewillbedepositedinto thestate’s911SystemFundandused exclusivelyforeligibleNG911-related expenses,including:

•Modernnetworkinfrastructure andconnectivity;

•Call-handlingequipmentand software;

•CybersecurityandGISdatamanagement;

•Training,systemoperations,and maintenance;and

•Publiceducation,languagetranslationandothereligibleNG911expenses.

Thesurchargehasremainedunchangedsince2001,despiterising technologyandoperatingcosts,officialsnoted.Thelegislationisexpected togenerateapproximately$3.375millioninthe2027fiscalyearandabout $4.5millionannuallythereafter,supportingDelaware ’sstatewidetransitiontoNG911.Formost Delawareans,theincreaseamountsto 30centspermonthpercoveredcommunicationsline.

CoastalVitalitycelebratedtheir grandopeningwitharibbon-cuttingon Thursday,July16,inpartnershipwith theBethany-FenwickAreaChamberof Commerce.Friends,familymembers andChambermemberswereinattendancetocelebrate.

“CoastalVitalityspecializesinmobileIVHydrationTherapytohelpyou replenish,restoreandthrivewithmedical-gradeIVtherapyinthecomfortof yourownhome,”Chamberrepresentativessaid.“OwnersMelissaBoyko,a registerednurseandproudgraduateof the MargaretH.RollinsBeebeHealthcareSchoolofNursing,andArianna Grott,anursepractitioner,haveover30 yearsofcombinedexperienceinhealthcare.”

FormoreaboutCoastalVitality’s team,servicesandmission,visit coastalvitality.net.

CoastalVitalityincooperationwiththe Bethany-FenwickAreaChamberof Commerceheldaribbon-cuttingevent onThursday,July16.

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Gov.MattMeyerthisweeksigned threebillsaimedatloweringhealthcare costs,expandingaccesstocareandprotectingDelawarehospitalsfromprivate equityownership.

Joinedbylegislativeleaders,stateofficials,healthcareprovidersandcommunitypartnersatHenriettaJohnson MedicalCenterinWilmington,the governorsignedSenateBill1,Senate Bill13andSenateBill313,whichtogetherrepresent,officialssaid,“acomprehensiveapproachtoimproving health careaffordabilityinDelaware.”

“ToomanyDelawareansaredoing everythingrightandstillgettinghit withmedicalbillstheycannotafford,” saidMeyer.“AtatimewhenRepublicansinCongressarecuttinghealthcare andfamiliesfacerisingcosts,Delaware issteppingup.Thisbillpackageensures

thathospitals’primaryfocuswillalways bepatientsoverprofitsandmovesus towardahealthcaresystemthatlowers costswhileprovidinghighquality,accessible care.”

“EveryDelawareandeservesa healthcaresystemthatisaffordableand prioritizesprimary,preventativecare,” saidstateSenateMajorityLeaderBryan Townsend,sponsorofSenateBill1. “Strengtheningprimarycareisoneof thesmartestinvestmentswecanmake toimproveDelawareans’health.Senate Bill1willhelplowercostsandcreatea healthcaresystemthatvaluespatients morethanprofits.Iamexcitedtosee thelasting,positiveimpactsSB1will haveonDelawarefamiliesandourentirehealthcaresystem.”

“Asprivateequityfirmscontinue buyinghospitalsacrossthecountry,we

areseeingatrendofhealthcarebeing placedabovethesafetyandwellbeingof thepatients,”saidstateSen.Spiros Mantzavinos,primesponsorofSenate Bill313.“Delawarecannotallowthese practicestooccurwithinourstate,and sowearetakingadifferentpaththat protectsourhospitalsandkeepsthe focusonthepeopleandcommunities theyserve.Alongsidethenumerous healthcarebillsthatweresignedtoday, wearereflectingacontinuedcommitmenttocreatingamoreaccessibleand affordablehealthcaresystemfor Delawareans.”

UndueMedicalDebtCEOandPresident AllisonSesso.“Delawareisthe firststatetocreateastatewidestandard requiringhospitalstoprovidefreecare tothoseunder300percentofthe povertyline—around$80,000peryear orlessforafamilyofthree.

“And,fortunately,forthoseoverthat incomethreshold,thisexpansionis pairedwithautomaticfinancialaid screening,sopatientscanproactivelyaccessdiscountsandaren’tleftnavigating apaperworkmazewhiletheygetcare forthemselvesandtheirlovedones.”

“Healthcareisahumanneed,and notaprivilegereservedonlyforthose whocanaffordit,”saidstateSen.Marie Pinkney,primesponsorofSenateBill 13.“Toomanyfamilieshavehadto choosebetweengettingnecessarycare andprotectingtheirfinancialstanding, and thatshouldnotbetherealityfor everydayDelawareans.SB13isabout treatingpeoplewithdignity,removing barrierstocare,andensuringfamilies areprioritizingtheirhealthinsteadof livinginfearofmedicaldebt.I’mproud toseethesupportthatSB13received acrossourlegislativebody,andam gratefultohaveitsignedintolawtoday byGovMeyer.”

“Nooneplansforamedicalemergency,yetformany,asinglehospital visitoramedicalcrisiscanchange everythingovernight,”saidstateRep. Nnamdi Chukwuocha.“Delawareans shouldn’thavetochoosebetweenprioritizingtheirhealthandworryingabout whethertheycanaffordthecarethey need.Together,thesemeasuresmove ourstatetowardamoretransparent, compassionateandaccessiblehealthcare systemforallfamilies.”

“UndueisthrilledthatDelawareis leadingthechargetoprotectfamiliesin themidstofanaffordabilitycrisis,”said

SenateBill1strengthensprimary careandbendsthelong-termcostcurve onhospitalprices.Itmakespermanent Delaware’srequirementthatstate-regulatedinsurersspendatleast11.5percent oftheirmedicalcostsonprimarycare andrequiresthemtoofferpayment modelsthatrewarddoctorsforkeeping patientshealthyratherthanforthevolumeofservicestheybill.

Italsophasesinacaplimitinghospitalchargesto250percentofMedicare ratesby2033forthestateemployee planandfullyinsuredcommercialplans, exemptinghospitalsthatadoptmultipayer,value-basedcare,alongwithcertainruralandspecialtyhospitals.

SenateBill13expandsandstandardizeshospitalcharitycareacross Delaware.Underthebill,patientsearninglessthan300percentofthefederal povertylevelmayqualifyforfreecare regardlessofinsurancestatus,thehigheststatewidefreecarethresholdinthe countr y.Patientsearninglessthan400 percentofthefederalpovertylevelmay qualifyfordiscountedcare,andpatients under500percentmayqualifyforassistanceifhospitalcostsexceed10percent ofhouseholdincome.Pairedwithautomaticfinancialassistancescreening,the

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lawestablishesamongthestrongestpatientprotectionsinthenation.

SenateBill313establishesatwoyearmoratorium,throughJuly1,2028, onfor-profitactorsgainingcontrolof Delawarehealthsystems.Thebillisdesignedtoprotectaffordability,access andqualitywhiletheStateworkswith

communitymembersandtheGeneral Assemblyonalonger-termsolution. Delawareisthesecondstatetocreate suchamoratoriumandtheonlystatein thecountrywithanactivemoratorium onprivateequityhospitalownership.

ThesebillsbuildontheMeyeradministration’sbroaderaffordability agenda,includingpreviouseffortstorelievemedicaldebtandprotectDelaware familiesfromrisingcosts,officialssaid.

Cameronnamed toUniversityofTampa dean’slist

HollyCameronofMillsboroearned dean’slisthonorsattheUniversityof TampafortheSpring2026semester. CameronisamemberoftheClassof 2027majoringineducation-elementary (K-6).StudentsmustmaintainaGPA of3.75orhighertobeeligibleforthe dean’slist.

TheUniversityofTampaisaprivate, comprehensiveuniversitylocatedon 110acresontheriverfrontindowntown Tampa.Theuniversityhasabout200 programsofstudyandservesapproximately11,400studentsfromall50 statesandmostoftheworld’scountries.

Cohengraduatesfrom UW-Madison,makes Dean’sList

Morethan9,100studentsearneddegreesfromtheUniversityofWisconsin—MadisoninMay.Theuniversity helditsSpring2026Commencement ceremoniesonMay8and9.Amongthe graduateswasJacquelineCohenof Millsboro,whoearnedabachelor’sdegreeinhumandevelopmentandfamily studies.

CohenwasalsonamedtotheDean’s HonorListintheSchoolofHuman Ecology,forwhichstudentsmustcompleteaminimumof12gradeddegree creditsinthatsemesterandmeetstandardsdesignatedbytheSchoolof HumanEcology.

FormoreinformationonUWMadison,visithttp://www.wisc.edu.

Catalanonamed todean’slist atLeMoyneCollege

LucyCatalano,aseniorandabusinessanalyticsmajorfromFrankford,has beennamedtotheLeMoyneCollege Spring2026Dean’sList.Tomakethe list,studentsmustachieveaGPAof3.5 or above.

Locatedinasuburbansettingin Syracuse,N.Y.,LeMoyneCollegeis oneof27Jesuitcollegesanduniversities intheUnitedStates,offeringmorethan 30majors.

Hopkinsnamed toRussellSage College’sDean’sList

KallieHopkinsofMillsborowas namedtoRussellSageCollege’s Spring2026Dean’sList.Hopkinswas amongmorethan500studentsnamed tothelist.

TobeplacedontheDean’sListfor thesemester,astudentmustearna gradepointaverageof3.50orhigher whilecarryingaminimumof12creditsincoursesgradedA-Fwithno gradesofIncomplete.

RussellSageCollegeservesmore than3,100studentsinbachelor’s, master’sanddoctoralprogramson campusesinAlbanyandTroy,N.Y.,as wellasonline.Formoreinformation, visitSage.edu.

Rubayoearnsdegree atQuinnipiac

AndrewRubayoofMillsbororeceivedhisbachelor’sdegreeinfinance fromQuinnipiacUniversityduringa commencementceremonyheldin May.

Quinnipiacisaprivate,coeducationalinstitutionlocated90minutes northofNewYorkCityandtwo hoursfromBoston.Theuniversityenrolls9,700studentsinmorethan100 degreeprogramsthroughitsSchools ofBusiness,Communications,Education,ComputingandEngineering, HealthSciences,Law,Medicine, NursingandtheCollegeofArts& Sciences.Formoreinformation,visit qu.edu.

FiquenamedtoDean’s ListatYorkCollege ofPennsylvania

MeganFiqueofFrankford,asenior andhumanservicesmajoratYork CollegeofPennsylvania,hasbeen namedtotheDean’sListforthe Spring2026semester.

Thehonorrecognizesstudentswho haveachievedaGPAof3.5orhigher andisatestamenttostudents’dedicationtoacademicexcellence,representativessaid.

Establishedin1787,YorkCollege ofPennsylvaniaisaprivate,four-year collegelocatedinthecityofYork, servingmorethan3,500undergraduateandgraduatestudentsinmore than70baccalaureatemajors,along withmorethan30professionalgraduatedegreeandcertificateprograms. Thecollege’srecreationandathletics programishometo24NCAADivisionIIIsportsteamsandmorethan 30intramuralsports.

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CabinetDiscounterscomesupontwoyearsatFrankfordlocation

ByCatherineBunting PointIntern

OnJune13,CabinetDiscounters celebratedthetwo-yearanniversary ofitsFrankfordlocationataribboncuttingceremonywiththeBethanyFenwickAreaChamberof Commerce.Locatedat34407 DupontBoulevard(Route13),Suite 8,Frankford,CabinetDiscounters focusesonstoragesolutionsandremodelingfordifferentpartsofthe home,includingkitchens,bathrooms, offices,laundryroomsandbasements.

Openfrom8a.m.to4p.m.MondaythroughFridayand9a.m.to3 p.m.onSaturdays,theFrankfordlocation’sshowroomallowscustomers toviewitsmanycountertop,cabinet andflooringoptionsavailableforinstallation.

CabinetDiscountersoffersavarietyofmaterialsforcountertops,includinggranite,quartz,marbleand laminate.Forcabinets,customers havetheopportunitytochoosefrom aselectionofmanufacturers,includingBrighton,Century,Homecrest andMantra.Ceramictile,porcelain tileandluxuryvinylplankareavailableflooringoptions.

Originallyincorporatedin1983in theWashington,D. C.,andBaltimore,Md.,areas,CabinetDiscountersisafamily-ownedand-operated businessthathassincespreadto servemanycommunitiesinMarylandandVirginia.Now,thecompany hasexpandedtoservetheDelaware andMarylandbeaches.

Sinceopeninguptwoyearsago, employeeKevinMikknoted,the newlocationhasalreadyreceivedlots ofsupport.

“Youcandefinitelytellthatit’sa smaller,tight-knitcommunity— whichhasbeenawesome,”Mikksaid ofthearea.

Asafamily-ownedbusinessfor morethan40years,CabinetDiscounterspersonalizeseachprojectto customers’specificneeds,andfocuses ondeliveringhigh-qualityproducts andcustomerservice,hesaid.

“Wewanttomakeeverybodyfeel likethey’repartofthefamily,”Mikk said.

Thoseinterestedinbookingappointmentsintheshowroomcancall (302)889-0520orfillouttheonline requestformathttps://www.cabinetdiscounters.com/schedule-consultation.

CoastalPoint•CatherineBunting CabinetDiscountersrecentlycelebratedthetwo-yearanniversaryof itsFrankfordlocationwitharibboncuttingceremony.

July23

LiveMeadowMusic— DelawareBotanic GardensishostingLiveMeadowMusic withtheDonSaintJohnBandfrom6to8 p.m.Thisisfreewithadmission.

Walk-InTechnologyAssistance&Training— TheFrankfordPublicLibrary,in partnershipwiththeDelawareLibraries DigitalLiteracyProgram,offersfreewalkintechnologyassistanceandtrainingfor allskilllevels.Gethelpwithsmartphones, tablets,laptops,basiccomputerskills,socialmedia,AI,internet safety,andmore. PersonalizedsupportandaccesstoLearningExpressandNorthstarDigitalLiteracy Certificationarealsoavailable.Learnmore atdelawarelibraries.org/digital.

BabyBees— JoinFrankfordPublicLibrary Thursdaysat11a.m.foraBabyBees StoryTimeforchildren,ages0to3.Stories,songs,andinteractiveplaypromote earlyliteracyandengagementwithother

childreninarelaxedsettinginthechildren'sroom.Registrationisnotrequired. Questions,pleasecallus:302-7329351.We'reonFB@FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram@frankfordlibrary. L et’sPlayGames:ForAdults— Join FrankfordPublicLibraryThursdaysat1 p.m.toplaygamessuchasdominoes, Scrabble,andcardgames.Call302-7329351orvisitonlineatfrankford.lib.de.us. FindusonFB@FrankfordPublicLibrary andInstagram@frankfordlibrary.

TeenDIYFairyGarden— Unearthmagic andwhimsywithDIYfairygardensintendedfort weensandteensatthe FrankfordPublicLibraryat4p.m.Preparetogetyourhandsalittledirtyin decoratingandplantingyourownpotto takehome.Weprovidethematerials,you providethemagic!Spotsarelimited,so registrationisrequired.Call302-7329351orvisitusonlineat frankford.lib.de.us.FindusonFB

@FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram @frankfordlibrary

July24

WelcomeWalkGuidedTour— Delaware BotanicGardensisofferingaWelcome WalkGuidedTourfrom10to11a.m.This isfreewithadmission.

July25

WelcomeWalkGuidedTour— Delaware BotanicGardensisofferingaWelcome WalkGuidedTourfrom10to11a.m.This isfreewithadmission.

healthofthereptiles.Registrationisnot required,butanadultcaregivermustaccompanychildren,andspaceisavailable onafirst-come,first-servedbasis. HostedbytheSouthCoastalLibrary, 43 KentAvenue,BethanyBeach,DE19930 https: //southcoastal.lib.de.us StorytimeonParsonsFarm— Joinus everyMondayat11a.m.forstorytelling, songs,andcraftsatParsonsFarm.Storytimeisintheoutdoorpavilionunlessitis raining,thenitwillbeheldinsidethe FarmFreshCafe.Opentoallages,no registrationsrequired.Anycancellations willbepostedontheFrankfordPublicLibrary'sFacebookpage.Formoreinformation,Call302-732-9351orvisitus onlineatfrankford.lib.de.us.Finduson Face book@FrankfordPublicLibraryand Instagram@frankfordlibrary H ooksandNeedles— JoinFrankford PublicLibraryonMondaysat1p.m.fora funafternoonofknittingandcrocheting. Alllevelsarewelcome.Call302-7329351orvisitusonlineat frankford.lib.de.us.FindusonFB @FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram @frankfordlibrary.

GroundingwithMusic:DifferentGongs, Bowls&Drums— JointheFrankford PublicLibraryat11a.m.foracalming andinteractivemusicalexperiencewith Lynsey.Childrenwilldiscoverhowmusic canhelpsoothe,focus,andharmonize themindandbodywhileexploringthe uniquesoun dsofgongs,singingbowls, anddrums.Participantswillhavetheopportunitytolisten,learn,andevenplay thesefascinatinginstrumentsinahandsonsoundadventure.Call302-732-9351 orvisitusonlineatfrankford.lib.de.us. FindusonFacebook@FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram@frankfordlibrary

July27

July27,28,31

LittleSproutsStorytime— Delaware BotanicGardensishostingLittleSprouts Storytimeforchildren3-6from10to 10:45a.m.Childmustbeaccompa niedby anadult,anditisfreewithanadultadmission.

GardenYoga— DelawareBotanicGardens ishostingGardenYogafrom5:30to6:30 p.m.Thecostis$10formembers,and $20fornon-members.Registeronlineat delawaregardens.org.

MondayMeanderGuidedTour— DelawareBotanicGardensisofferinga MondayMeanderGuidedTourfrom6:30 to7:15p.m.Thisisfreewithadmission. ReptileWonders— ReptileWonderspresentsahands-on,interactive,andinterpretiveprogr amfeaturingexoticspecies ofreptiles,includinggianttortoises, monitorlizards,andpythons,andisheld atSouthCoastalLibraryat2p.m.Thisis afamilyeventforallages.Pleasenote theroomtempwillbesetat75forthe

Beginner’sCrochetSeries— JoinMary BethLeonardatSouthCoastalLibraryat 10a.m.forafree,three-partclassoncrocheting.Participantswillmakeabasic projectthroughoutthisseries,soyoumust attendallthreetwo-hoursessions!Part1 (July27)willintroducethecraft,tools,and basictechniques(threemainstitches.) Part2(July28)willfocusonmorestitch typesandhowtoreadcrochetpatterns& charts.Part3(July31)willincludefinishingprojectsandlearningaboutcrocheting resources.Allmaterialsprovided,forages 18-plus.Registrationopensat10a.m.o n July20andisavailableathttps://southcoastal.lib.de.usorbycalling302-8585518.(Onlineregistrationrecommended!) HostedbytheSouthCoastalLibrary,43 KentAvenue,BethanyBeach,DE19930

July28

OnlineAuthorTalk— Tuneintoalive,onlineconversationat2p.m.withbestselling

Left,JohnSchisler’soilpainting,‘FireandIce’alongwithCindyBeyer’s watercolor,‘KaleidoscopeCanopies,’above,arejusttwooftheworksof arttobefeaturedduringGalleryOne’sAugustshow,‘BoldandBright.’

GalleryOnegoing‘BoldandBright’forAugustshow

ThepublicisbeinginvitedinAugust toexperience“BoldandBright,”anew exhibitionshowcasingdynamicworks thatembracecolor,contrastandcreative expressionatGalleryOneinOcean View.Theshowaimstocapturethe powerandemotionofboldvisualstorytelling,witheachpiecereflectinga uniqueperspective.

“Visitorswillencounterunapologetic useofcolorandformtoinvokeenergy, optimismandimagination.”

Imagesfromoverseastravelwasa

commonthreadforthreeartists.

KeukenhofGardensnearAmsterdam drewtheattentionofDaleSheldonin heracrylicpainting“BlueandYellow.”

ForEdLewandowski,asun-washed lanewithwarmochrewallscolliding withcool,violetshadowsinTratavere, Rome,wastheinspirationforhisoil painting“Trastavere.”LauraHickman’s pastel“Sintra”displayshousesclimbing upthehillinPortugaltakingonamagicalglowofcolor.

Acolorfularrayofbeachumbrellas

wastheinspirationforCindyBeyerin herwatercolor“KaleidoscopeCanopies,” whereumbrellasinallsizesareshownin abird’s-eyeorientation.Thebeachalso inspiredLesleyMcCaskill’spiece“SharingtheShore,”wherestronghorizontals dividethelargerspace,withsmallerdetailsofbirds,umbrellasandpeople.

ThevibrantredcherriesinJohn Schisler’soilpainting“FireandIce” showthetensionbetweenheatandcold, passionandserenity,andwarmthand restraint.Redalsoplaysadominantrole

in“PoppyShow,”anacrylicpaintingby JoyceCondry,whereayardisturned intoashowplace.DonnaBrumbergswas captivatedbytheinterestingshadow shapesandrichorangecolorshecame acrossonanearlymorningscene,inher oilpainting,“OrangeCrush.”

TheexhibitionwillrunfromAug.5 throughSept.1atGalleryOne,at32 AtlanticAvenue(Route26)inOcean View.GalleryOneisopendailyfrom10 a.m.to5p.m.

ContinuingEvents

Clubs/Organizations

MarinesMeet— TheFirstStateDetachmentoftheMarineCorpsLeaguemeets onthefourthWednesdayofeachmonth attheDagsboroAmericanLegionPost24. AnyMarinesandNavyCorpsmenwho haveservedintheCorps,andliveinSussexCounty,arewelcometojointomeet theirfellowveteransandconsiderjoining theorganization.Theirmissioniscommunityservicethroughcamaraderieandvolunteerism.Formoreinformation,call (571)332-8263.

Int heGenes— SponsoredbytheLewes HistoricalSocietyandtheSussexCounty GenealogicalSociety,theGenealogistin ResidenceprogramisonthefirstSaturday ofeachmonthfrom10a.m.to2p.m.in theReadingRoomattheLewesHistory Museum.MembersoftheSocietywillbe availabletohelpanyonewhohasquestions abouttheirfamilytree.TheLewesHistorical SocietyArchivesFamilyFileswillbeavailableforresearch.Formoreinformation, visitthematscgsdelaware.o rgorhistoriclewes.org.

VIPMeets— VIPisasocialgroupforvisually-impairedpersons,andmeetsthefirst andthirdWednesdayofeachmonthatthe MastersoncenteratSt.AnnChurchfrom1 to3p.m.Newmembersarewelcome.For moreinformation,call/text/leaveamessage at(240)315-4361.

Women’sCivicClub— TheWomen’sCivic ClubofBethanyBeachmeetsonthesecondThursdayofthemonthatCrippleCreek CountryClubat10a.m.Theorganization hasexpandedthroughou tSussexCounty, andhasbeenservingthecommunitysince itsfoundingin1925.TheClubisanonprofitorganization,formedinfriendshipand dedicatedtocivicandcharitablepurposes andtheeducationofitsmembers.Formore information,orifyouareinterestedinattending,sendanemailto patishelen@msn.com.

LordBaltimoreLionsClub— TheLord BaltimoreLionsClubmeetsthefirstand thirdWednesdayofeachmonthatBear TrapDunes.Thisisaserviceorganization thatperformsprojectsintheSussexcounty area.Formoreinformation,visitthemon Facebook,atLordbaltimorelionsclub.orgor byphoneat(301)543-0329.

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

LordBaltimoreWomen’sClub— Organizedin1934,LordBaltimoreWomen’sClub (LBWC)iscelebratingits 90thanniversary ofservicetoSussexCounty.LBWCisa non-profitorganizationwhichmeetsthe thirdMondayofeverymonth(September throughJune)at11a.m.atCrippleCreek Golf&CountryClubnearDagsboro.Dedicatedtohelpingthelocalcommunity, LBWCraisesfundsforeducationprojectsin localschools,scholarshipsforhighschool students,veteran’sprogramsandother charitableorganizations.Italsoprovides socialopportunitiestofosterfriendship,c amaraderieandindividualenrichment amongitsmembers.Tolearnmoreabout LBWC,visitLbwclub.com.

BonsaiClub— TheSouthCoastalBonsai

ClubmeetsthefirstWednesdayofeach monthfrom10a.m.tonoonatInlandBays GardenCenter.

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

LegionAuxiliary— TheAmericanLegion AuxiliaryUnit24meetsthefirstTuesdayof eachmonthat5:30p.m.Ifyouareamemberorinterestedinjoining,pleaseattend. MeetingsareheldattheAmericanLegion Post24inDagsboro.

Women’sClubofIndianRiver— The Women’sClubofIndianRiver(WCIR)isa non-profitdedicatedtoservingthecommunitie sinandaroundtheIndianRiver.WCIR raisesfundsandvolunteerstosupportlocal

charities,educationprojects,veterans, women’sempowermentandtheenvironment.Italsoprovidesanopportunityforindividualenrichmentandcamaraderie amongstitsmembers.Tolearnmore,contactLynnatlthomp018@gmail.com.

SaltwaterFlyAnglersofDelaware— Fly fishermenandwomenofallagesandskill levelsareinvitedtoattendtheclub’smeetingsonthesecondWednesda yofthe month(FebruarythroughDecember)atthe RollingMeadowsClubhouseinLewesat7 p.m.Formoreinformation,anddirections, visitsfaod.com.

IrishMenMeet— IfyouareIrishbybirthor descent,considerjoiningTheAncientOrder oftheHibernians.Theyarewelcomingnew members,andmeetonthesecondThursdayofeachmonthatSt.EdmondsHallin RehobothBeachat6p.m.Formoreinformation,visitaoh.com,callortext(516) 770-1822oremailpcurran43@aol.com. PolishAmericanClub— ThePolishAmeri-

canClubofDelmarvameetsthesecond WednesdayofeachmonthatColumbus Hall(behindSt.Luke’sChurch)inOcean City,Md.,from2to4p.m.Formoreinformation,emailrwc21tbk@gmail.com. LeathernecksMeet— TheDelmarvaLeathernecks,atax-exemptfoundation,meets thefirstWednesdayofeachmonthat5:30 p.m.attheResidenceInnat300Seabay LaneinOceanCity,Md.Youdon’thaveto beaveterantojoin—justapatriotintereste dinsupportingtheirmissionofservice toveteransandworthycharitiesonthe easternshoresofMaryland,Delawareand Virginia.

CommunityClub— TheSelbyvilleCommunityClubiswelcomingnewmembers,and meetsonthesecondThursdayofeach monthfromSeptemberthroughMay.The clubmeetsattheSelbyvilleHistoricalSoci-

Los Angeles Times Sunday Crossword Puzzle

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By Zhouqin Burnikel

DelawareRestaurant Associationannounces newCornerstoneAward

TheDelawareRestaurantAssociation(DRA)thisweekannouncedthe launchofanewcategoryforitsannual CornerstoneAwards:theExcellencein ServiceAward.

Thenewawardcelebratesthehospitalityprofessionalswhoaretheheart ofDelaware’srestaurantindustry,recognizingtheservers,bartenders,hosts, managers,bussersandotherfront-line teammemberswhosededication,professionalismandcommitmenttoexceptionalservicecreatememorable experiencesforguestseveryday.

Forthefirsttime,restaurantowners,coworkers,guestsandcommunity membersarebeinginvitedtonominatethehospitalityprofessionalswho consistentlygoaboveandbeyondto createexceptionaldiningexperiences.

Whetherit’srememberingaregular guest’sfavoriteorder,leadingateam throughabusyservice,ordelivering outstandinghospitalitydayafterday, theExcellenceinServiceAwardrecognizestheindividualswhosededicationmakesDelaware’srestaurants thrive.

Nominationsarenowopenandwill beacceptedthroughJuly31.Following thenominationperiod,thepublicwill havetheopportunitytovoteforfinaliststhroughoutAugust.

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Thewinnerwillbehonoredduring theCornerstoneAwardsCeremonyon Oct.5,wheretheDelawareRestaurant Associationwillcelebratetheoutstandingindividualsandrestaurants thatstrengthenDelaware’shospitality community.

“Thisawardisaboutrecognizing thepeoplewhomakeourindustryexceptionaleveryday,”saidCarrie Leishman,presidentandCEOofthe DelawareRestaurantAssociation. “Ourhospitalityprofessionalsarethe cornerstoneofeverygreatguestexperience,andwe’reexcitedtogivethe communityanopportunitytocelebratethem.”

NominationsareopenthroughJuly 31.Anyonewhowishestosubmita nominationcansubmitnominations bycompletingtheonlinenomination formorbyemailing elizabeth@delawarerestaurant.org.Individualsmaynominateoneormore hospitalityprofessionalswhoexemplifyoutstandingservice,professionalismanddedicationtoDelaware’s restaurantindustry.

Thenominationformisonlineat https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/6F5 H3M7.

TheCornerstoneAwardswilltake placeonOct.5atTheChanceryMarketinWilmington.Ticketsareavailablenowat

https://members.delawarerestaurant.or g/ap/Events/Register/lzFnJ0ZUjC5Cw .

etylocatedat11S.MainSt.,inSelbyville. Meetingsbeginat1p.m.,withsocialtime from12:30to1p.m.Formoreinformation, visitselbyvillecommunityclub.orgoremail selbyvillewomensclub@gmail.com.

Drop-Ins

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

AdultTime— AdultscanstopintheSouth CoastalLibraryanytimeit’sopentoworkon jigsawpuzzles,playcheckersorcolor.This isfree,andallmaterialsareprovided.

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

TeleserviceNavigators— TheGeorgetown PublicLibraryhostsTeleserviceNavigator s everyMondayfrom10a.m.to3p.m.and everyTuesdayfrom10a.m.to2p.m.Get helpwithvirtualresources,suchastelehealthappointments,appointmentswith lawyersandsocialserviceappointments usingthenewTelehealthKiosk.ANavigator willbeatthelibrarytohelpsetupvirtual appointments.Formoreinformation,call (302)856-7958,emailgeorgetown.library@lib.de.usorvisitthelibraryat123W PineSt.,Georgetown.

LaEsperanzaintheLibrary/Bibliot eca—

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

PawsforPeopleReadingTime— The GeorgetownPublicLibraryhostsPawsfor PeopleonthefirstandthirdThursdaysof everymonthfrom4to5p.m.Readaloudto afurry,friend lytherapycompaniontohelp inspirealoveofreading.OfferedbyPaws forPeople.Readersofallagesandstages arewelcome.

ElementaryHomeschoolersProgram— TheGeorgetownPublicLibraryhostsits HomeschoolProgramonthethirdTuesday ofeverymonthat1p.m.Everymonth,they offeradifferentactivityforelementaryschool-agedchildren.

SocratesCafé— SocratesCaféisagroup ofindividualsfromdifferentbackgrounds thatdiscussphilosophicalideas.Meeti ngs arethethirdTuesdayofeachmonth,from 2to3:30p.m.attheBethanyBeachChristianChurch.Everyoneiswelcome.For moreinformation,callBonnieat537-9440, orsendanemailto bonniejd.rae@gmail.com.

FlipFive— AmericanLegionAuxiliaryUnit 24inDagsboroishostingFlipFivegames onWednesdaynightsfrom6-8p.m.Participantsmustarriveat6p.m.tobeeligible forthewinner-take-allprize.Theeventis formembersandguestsonly.Youmustbe 18-plustoatt endorplay.Post24kitchen alsoservesfrom4-7p.m.Proceedsbenefit 501(c)charities,withanemphasisonveteranprogramsandcommunity.

WingNight— AmericanLegionPost24in DagsboroishostingWingNightevery Thursdayat6:30p.m.Opentomembers andguests.

SeafoodNight— AmericanLegionPost24 inDagsboroishostingSeafoodNightevery Fridayfrom4:30to7:30p.m.Karaokefollowsfrom7to11p.m.Opentomembers andguests.

DinnerNight— AmericanLegionPost24 in DagsboroishostingdinnereverySaturday from4:30to7:30p.m.DJ/Karaokewill performfrom7to11p.m.Opentomembersandguests.

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

ThriftShopOpen— TheBethelThriftShop willbeopenonWednesdays,Fridaysand Saturdays,weatherpermitting,from10 a.m.to2p.m.Theyhavealargeselection ofgifts,holidayitems,clothing,household wares,toys,books,jewelryandmoreto benefitthechurch’sprojects.Donationsof itemsareacceptedeachdaytheyareopen. TheThriftShopislocatedat111Hazzard StreetinDagsboro.Allproceedsbenefit BethelMethodistChurchofDagsboro.For moreinformation,call(302)519-2984.

CashBingo— OceanCityElksLodge2645 ishostingCashBingoeveryWednesday, anditisopentothepu blic.Doorsopenat 5p.m.andBingostartsat6:30p.m.Food isavailablefromthekitchenbeforeBingo startsandatintermission.Formoreinformation,call(443)605-5028.

All-You-Can-EatBreakfast— VFWPost 7234inOceanViewishostingitspopular

all-you-can-eatbreakfasteverySunday from8a.m.tonoon.Thecostis$15for adults,andhalfpriceforchildrenunder12. Thisisopentothepublic,andthereare alsodrinkspecialsonbloodyMarysandmimosas.

FeedMySh eep— TheFeedMySheepCafé isopenonTuesdaysfrom11:30a.m.to1 p.m.intheHopeCenteratMarinersGlobal MethodistChurch.Lovedonationsareappreciated.

Politics

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

ShoreDems— TheShoreDemocrats meetsattheDenatBearTrapDunes clubhousefrom11a.m.to1:30p.m.on t hethirdWednesdayofthemonth.Thisis asocialorganizationthateducates,informsandcreatescamaraderieamong theirmembersthroughmonthlylunch meetingsthatfeatureengagingspeakers. Formoreinformation,visitshoredemocrats.com.

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

DemocratsMeet— The38thRepresentativeDistrictDemocraticCommitteemeets thefirstTuesdayofeverymonthat5p.m.

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Formoreinformation,updatesonspeakers andmeetinglocations,visitdeldems38.org oremailthematDeldems38@gmail.com.

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

DemocratsMeet— The4thRepresentative District DemocraticCommitteemeetsthe thirdTuesdayofeverymonth.Socialhours beginat5p.m.,andthemeetingstartsat6 p.m.Thebusinessmeetingisopentoall registeredDemocrats.Formoreinformation,visitrd4deldems.org.

RepublicanWomenMeet— TheSussex CountyRepublicanWomen’sClubmeetson thefourthWednesdayofeachmonthonthe secondfloorofNicola’sPizzainLewes. Check-inbeginsat4:45p.m.fordinner, andthemeetingstartsat5:30p.m.The costis$40.RS VPbythe15thofeach monthtoinfo@scrwc.net.Theorganization educates,informsandcreatesfellowship withlike-mindedpeople.Formoreinformation,visitscrwc.netoremailthemat info@scrwc.net.

RepublicansMeet— The41stDistrictRepublicansmeetthethirdMondayofthe monthattheMillsboropolicestationat 6:30p.m.Thesemeetingsareopentoall Republicans.

Fitness/Health/Dance

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

YogaClasses— MarinersBethelGMC hostsyogaclassesat4:30p.m.on WednesdaysintheArmorRoom,upstairs inthechurchbuilding,withHeatherMurphy.YogaisalsoofferedonSaturdayat 9:30a.m.withMicoleLinehan.Thedropinfeeforyogais$10.Classesareopen tothecommunityandallarewelcome.

ZumbaClass— MarinersBethelChurchis holdingazumbaexerciseclassintheHope CentergymeveryMonday,Wednesdayand Fridayat10a.m.Thereisan$8drop-in fee.Noregistrationisnecessary,andallare welcome.Formoreinformation,sendan emailtozumbabyjo@gmail.com.

MultipleMyelomaSupport— The DelawareMultipleMyelomaSupportGroup meetsthethirdSaturdayofeverymonthvia Zoomfro m1to3p.m.Formoreinformation,contactSueIwahashiatmyelomaemailsue@gmail.com.

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

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

Argentine Tango— TheLewesSeniorActivity

CenterishostingArgentineTangoDancingon Tuesdays,from7to9p.m.Adultsofallages arewelcome,andnoexperienceorpartneris required.Thereisa$5fee,butthefirstvisitis free.Enterthroughthebackdoorofthefacility.Formoreinformation,visitthegrouponlineatTangoByTheBeach.com.

GeorgetownWalkers— TheGeorgetown PublicLibraryhostGPLWalkerseveryMondayat9a.m.Thewalking clubgoestoSandhill Fieldsfora30-to40-minutewalk, weatherpermitting.Thetrailbeginsatthe Murray’sLaneParkinglot,109-199Murrays Lane.Formoreinformation,call(302)8567958,emailgeorgetown.library@lib.de.usor visitthelibraryat123WPineSt.,Georgetown.

Tai-ChiClasses— BethelMethodistChurchin DagsboroishostingfreeTai-Chiclasseson TuesdaysandThursdaysfrom10to11a.m. Thisisopentothepublic,andallarewelcome.Organizersdecribedtheclassesas “easy,”andcasualattireissuggested.For moreinformation,call(302)519-2984.

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

Alzheimer’sCaregiversMeeting— A meetingforAlzheimer’scaregiversisheldthefirst andthirdThursdaysofeverymonthatthe OceanViewCHEERCenterat1p.m.The meetingslastforuptotwohours.

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

onThursdaysat9a.m.forseniorcenter members.

Tai-ChiatIRSeniorCenter— TheIndian RiverSeniorCenterhostsTaiChiat10a.m. onMondaysforseniorcentermembers.

Senior Strength&BalanceatIRSC— The IndianRiverSeniorCenterhostsSenior Strength&BalanceonMondaysat1:30p.m. andFridaysat10a.m.forseniorcenter members.

LaBlastFitnessatIRSC— TheIndianRiver SeniorCenterhostsLaBlastFitnessonMondaysat2:15p.m.forseniorcentermembers.

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

ZumbaatIRSeniorCenter— TheIndian River SeniorCenterhostsZumbaat11a.m. onFridaysforseniorcentermembers.

TOPSMeeting— TakeOffPoundsSensibly (TOPS)meetseveryTuesdayat9:15a.m.at OakOrchardCommunityChurch,32615Oak OrchardRd.Formoreinformation,call(610) 724-8657.

Hobby/Craft

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

RadioOperators— AnyHamradiooperator,orpeoplewantingtomeetandgreet others,canattendbreakfastatthe FrankfordDineronThursdaysat8a.m. Formoreinformation,contactJack Magaratk8uyc80@gmail.com.

Al-AnonFamilyGroups— Al-Anonisasupportgroupforfamilyandfriendsofalcoholics. Thegroupsaysyouneverhavetobealone again.Al-AnonFamily GroupsmeetatOcean View PresbyterianChurcheveryTuesdayfrom 7to8p.m.

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

BilliardsatIRSeniorCenter— TheIndian RiverSeniorCenterhostsabilliards8-Ball LeagueonMondaysandTuesdaysat8:30 a.m.,anditsbilliardsScotsDoublesLeague

PenPalProgram— ThankstoapartnershipbetweenSouthCoastalLibrary,Kent CountyLibraryandWellingtonCityLibraries,y oucannowcommunicateby letterwithaNewZealander.Thisisafun waytolearnaboutanothercountryand makeanewfriend.Allinternational postageishandled,andyoucanbringin andpickupyourlettersatthelibrary.For moreinformationandregistration,visit

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themat delawarelibraries.libcal.com/event/11366 626orcall(302)858-5518.

BookDiscussion— TheGeorgetownPublicLibraryhostsitsWednesdayMorning BookDiscussiononthefourthWednesdayofeverymonthat10:15a.m.Books areavailableforpickupeachmonthat thelibrary.

OpenArtforAdults— TheGeorgetownli-

pactourrelationships—ofteninwayswe don’trealize!Can’tmakethelivesession? Visitourwebsitetoaccesstherecording laterandbrowsethrou ghhundredsof otherrecordedauthortalks.Free,details andregistration(required)availableat www.southcoastal.lib.de.usorbycalling 302-858-5518PresentedbytheLibrary SpeakersConsortiuminpartnershipwith theSouthCoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue, BethanyBeach,DE19930

PAWSforReading— Well-trainedteamsof

braryishostingOpenArtforAdultson Thursdays,from1:30to3:30p.m.Bring yourcreativityandyourownartsupplies, whetheritisoilpastels,wat ercolor,clay, penandpaper—allmediumswelcome. Thisisanopenevent,andachanceto meetotherartists.Noexperienceisnecessary.Thelibrarywillnotbeabletoprovidesupplies,sobringyourown.Thisis opentoadultsonly.

Music

MusicJam— St.MatthewsBytheSea UnitedMethodistChurchishostinga

dogsandownersprovideasupportiveand funwayforkidstogainconfidencein readingaloud,atSouthCoastalLibraryat 4p.m.Childrenreadfo r10minutesand maybringtheirownbookiftheywish. Ages5-plus.Free,mustcall(302)8585518toregister.HostedbytheSouth CoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue,Bethany Beach,DE19930 https://southcoastal.lib.de.us Walk-InTechnologyAssistance&Training— TheFrankfordPublicLibrary,in

MusicJamonthefirstandthirdFridays ofthemonthat4p.m.Alllevelsarewelcome.

Women’sACapellaChorus— Achapter ofSweetAdelinesInternationalInc.holds reh earsalseveryMondayeveningfrom6 to8p.m.intheOceanPines(Md.)CommunityCenter.Theyarelookingforladies wholovetosing.Memberscomefrom MarylandandDelaware.Formoreinformation,callElissaat(410)641-8050, findthemonsocialmediaorvisitdelmarvachorus.org.

partnershipwiththeDelawareLibraries DigitalLiteracyProgram,offersfreewalkintechnologyassistanceandtrainingfor allskilllevels.Gethelpwithsmartphones, t ablets,laptops,basiccomputerskills,socialmedia,AI,internetsafety,andmore. PersonalizedsupportandaccesstoLearningExpressandNorthstarDigitalLiteracy Certificationarealsoavailable.Learnmore

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Museums/Displays

RailroadMuseum— TheDelawareSeasideRailroadClubhouseisaninteractive museumofmodelrailroading,andislocatedat36668DuPontBoulevard,inSelbyville.The yareopentothepublicon Wednesdayfrom5to7p.m.,andevery Saturday,from10a.m.to3p.m.They arenotopentothepubliconthesecond Wednesdayofthemonth,asthatistheir monthlymembersmeeting.Admissionis free.Formoreinformation,visitthemonlineatdelawareseasiderailroadclub.com. Dinker-IrvinMuseum— TheBethanyBeach MuseumatDinker-IrvinCottageisopento thepubliccurrentlyonSaturdaysfrom11 a.m.to1p.m.Duringsummermonths,from MaythroughSeptember,hoursareMonday, WednesdayandFriday,from10a.m.to noon.Privatetoursareavailablebyappointment.Interestedgroupsof10-15maycall (302)539-8725.Admissiontothemuseum isfree,andparkingisavailableinfrontof themuseum.Themuseumisnothandicapaccessible.Formoreinformation,visitonline attownofbethanybeach.com,andclickunder “Residents/History/TownMuseum.”

NanticokeIndianMuseum— TheNanticokeIndianMuseumistheonl yNative AmericanmuseuminDelaware,andis listedintheNationalRegisterofHistoric Places,alongwithbeingpartofthe DelawareHistoryTrail.Themuseumis open10a.m.to4p.m.TuesdaystoSaturdays.Admissionis$5perperson.Formore information,visitnanticokeindians.org/locations/nanticokeindian-museum.

HistoricVillage— TheHistoricVillagein OceanViewisopenonWednesdaysthrough Aug.25from10a.m.to1p.m.orbyappointmentanytimebycalling(302)5938814.Docentsarepresenttoexplainthe historyofOceanViewandthecoastaltowns.

Faith

CommunityBibleStudy— GraceUnited MethodistChurchinMillsboroishosting aBibleStudyWednesdaymorningsfrom 10a.m.tonoon.Formoreinformation, andtoregister,visitsussexcounty.cbsclass.org.

CommunityBibleStudy— Community BibleStudy,focusingontheBookof Psalms,willmeeteveryThursdayat MarinersBethelintheFellowshipHall from6:30to8:30p. m.Toregister,go onlinetobethanybeacheve.cbsclass.org.

BibleStudy— SalemChurchinSelbyville ishostingBiblestudyeveryThursdayat 10a.m.Theyareonsummerbreak,but willresumeAug.6.

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

SummerNightsreturningtothe SeniorLeagueSoftballWorldSeries

TheBethany-FenwickAreaChamberof CommerceisonceagainbringingSummer NightstotheSeniorLeagueSoftballWorld SeriesinRoxana,onAug.3-7.Theweeklong fanandplayerexperiencefeaturesgames, backyard-stylecompetitionsandateamspirit stationwherepeoplecancreatetheirown postersforthegames.

For20years,SussexCountyhasbeenone ofsixhostlocationsfortheSeniorLeague SoftballWorldSeriesTournament.Overthe courseoftheweek,U.S.andinternationalregionalchampionshipteams(ages13-17)will faceoffunderthelights.SummerNights,in partnershipwithTidepoolToys&Games,

Mediacom,RiverSoccerClub,andother Chambermembersandvolunteers,offerslocalsandvisitorsalikeaperfectopportunityto watchthisyear’stournamentandenjoysome familyfun.

TheSeniorLeagueSoftballWorldSeries willtakeplaceAug.3to9atLowerSussex LittleLeaguelocatedat34476PyleCenter Road,Frankford,withSummerNightsactivitiesAug.3to7atthepracticefieldlocated beforethemainconcessionhub.

TolearnmoreaboutSummerNights,go tothequietresorts.com.Tolearnmoreabout theSeniorLeagueSoftballWorldSeries,go tolittleleague.org/world-series/2026/slsws/. CrosswordAnswersfromB6

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TeleservicesSpecialist:Employment, HealthandSocialSupport— The FrankfordPublicLibrarynowoffersaccess toateleservicesspecialistfrom10a.m.to 3p.m.onafirstcome,firstservedbasis withnoappointmentrequired.Patronscan gethelpwithemploymentservices,resumes,DelawareASSISTapplications, housingandfoodresources,computerassistance,financialcoaching,andreferrals tocommunitypartners.Asec ure,private spaceisalsoavailableforvirtualappointments,includingtelehealthvisitsandjob interviews,withuptodatetechnologyto ensurecomfortandconfidentiality.Questions,pleasecallus:302-732-9351.We're onFB@FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram@frankfordlibrary.

NewTechniquesforIntermediateWatercolors— Explorethebeautyofpainting withwatercolorsattheFrankfordPublicLibraryat10:30a.m.We'llfocusonadifferenttec hniquetopicduringeachsessionas youcreateyourmasterpiece.Forthissession,we'lllearnaboutusingcolortocreate focalpoint.Someexperiencewithwatercolorsisnecessary.Allsupplieswillbe provided.Registrationisrequired.Call 302-732-9351orvisitusonlineatfrankford.lib.de.us.FindusonFB@FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram @frankfordlibrary

July29

BeachBibleStudy— ChristinaTateis

hostingNoHomeworkWomen’sBibleStudy VIon2ndStreetatBethanyBeachevery Wednesdayfrom8:30to9:45a.m.Bringa chair.Toregister,call539-9510,orjust showup.Registrationisadvisedsoyou couldbecontactedifthereisaweather change.Allwomenarewelcome.

MahJonggOpenPlay— FrankfordPublic Library’s MahJongggroupplaysWednesdaysat1p.m.forcasualplay.Registrationisnotrequired,butpriorplaying experienceispreferred.Call302-7329351orvisitusonlineat frankford.lib.de.us.Findu sonFB @FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram @frankfordlibrary

T heJungleBook— JointheFrankford PublicLibraryat2p.m.foraspecialperformanceofTheJungleBook,presentedby RehobothChildren'sTheatre.Thislively, family-friendlyproductionbringsthe belovedclassictolifewithcolorfulcharacters,humor,andadventure.Follow Mowgli'sjourneythroughthejungleand enjoyafun-filledshowthatwillhaveaudiencesofallageslaughing,cheering ,and joiningintheexcitement!Call302-7329351orvisitonlineatfrankford.lib.de.us. FindusonFB@FrankfordPublicLibraryand Instagram@frankfordlibrary.

SpeakerSeries— JointheFrankfordPublic Libraryat5p.m.foraninteractivepresentationwithhistorianandauthorDr.Charles Errico,asweexaminethequalitiesthat madetheUnitedStatesaworldleaderthat earnedtherespectofothernationsforits strengthofcharacterandhumanitarian values.It wasthePuritan,JohnWinthrop, whoenvisioneda"cityuponahill;theeyes ofallpeopleareuponus."Dr.Erricowill provideexamplesofnineteenthandtwenti-

ethcenturypresidentswhoexhibitedleadershipqualitiessuchasmagnanimity,the abilitytocommunicatehighideals,and strengthduringtimesofcrisis.Charles Erricorecentlyretiredasaprofessorat NorthernVirginiaCommunityCollegeand GeorgeMasonUniversity.HehasaPh.D.in Americandiplomatic historyfromtheUniversityofMaryland.Call302-732-9351or visitusonlineatfrankford.lib.de.us.Find usonFB@FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram@frankfordlibrary. Walk-InTechAssistance/Training— SouthCoastalLibrary,inpartnershipwith theDelawareDivisionofLibraries,isproud toofferwalk-inassistancewithdigitaldevicesandservices.Bringyoursmartphone, tablet,iPad,Kindle,orlaptopandget hands-onhelpwithEssentialTech&Sof twareSkills,WorkplaceTechnology,AI,SocialMediaHelp,Internet,AvoidingScams, etc.AvailableonWednesdaysinthesummerthroughAug.19,from10a.m.to4 p.m.Noregistrationrequired.Hostedby theSouthCoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue, BethanyBeach,DE19930www.southcoastal.lib.de.us

July30

TeenCraft:DiamondPainting— Decorate andassembleabeautifulhummingbird suncatcheryoucanusetobeautifyyour space,withthisclassatSouthCoastalLib raryfrom2to3:30p.m.Free,forAges 13-17(Agesfirm!)Registrationrecommendedbutwalk-insacceptedifspaceallows.Registrationisopennow.Hostedby theSouthCoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue, BethanyBeach,DE19930https://southcoastal.lib.de.us302-858-5518

Walk-InTechnologyAssistance&Training— TheFrankfordPublicLibrary,in partnershipwiththeDelawareLibraries DigitalLiteracyProgram,offersfreewalkintechnologyassistanceandtr ainingfor allskilllevels.Gethelpwithsmartphones, tablets,laptops,basiccomputerskills,socialmedia,AI,internetsafety,andmore. PersonalizedsupportandaccesstoLearningExpressandNorthstarDigitalLiteracy Certificationarealsoavailable.Learnmore atdelawarelibraries.org/digital.

BilingualStoryTime— JointheFrankford PublicLibraryat11a.m.foraspecial

BilingualBabyBeesStoryTimeinEnglish andSpanishforchildrenages0–3and t heirfamilies.Throughstories,songs,and interactiveplay,childrenandcaregivers canlearnbothlanguageswhilebuilding earlyliteracyskillsandmakingnew friends.Registrationisnotrequired.For moreinformation,call302-732-9351.FollowusonFacebook@FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram@frankfordlibrary. Let’sPlayGames:ForAdults— Join FrankfordPublicLibraryThursdaysat1 p.m.toplaygamessuchasdominoes, Scrabble,andcardgames.Cal l302-7329351orvisitonlineatfrankford.lib.de.us. FindusonFB@FrankfordPublicLibrary andInstagram@frankfordlibrary

D elmarvaPowerCustomerReliefFund Assistance— DelmarvaPowerrepresentativeswillbeattheFrankfordPublic Libraryfrom4to6:30p.m.tohelpeligiblecustomersintheFrankfordareaand surroundingcommunitieslearnaboutand applyfortheCustomerReliefFund.QualifyingDelmarvaPowercustomersmayreceiveupto$300inassist ance.Stopby tospeakwithcustomerservicerepresentatives,askquestionsandreceivehelp withtheapplicationprocess.Formoreinformation,visitdelmarva.com.

August1

MUMCBakeSale— MillvilleUnitedWomen inFaithwillhosttheirsummerbakesalein thechurch’sWesleyHallat36405Club HouseRd.from8to10:30a.m.,featuring avarietyoftreats.Allproceedsgotosupportlocalmissionprojects.

Teens&TweensPlanterPainting— Unearthyourinnerartistat theFrankford PublicLibraryat11a.m.atourplanter paintinganddecoratingeventintendedfor teensandtweens.Participantswilleach gettotakehomeaterracottaplanterwith theircreation!Allmaterialsprovided.Spots arelimited,soregistrationisrequired.Call 302-732-9351orvisitusonlineatfrankford.lib.de.us.FindusonFacebook @FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram @frankfordlibrary.

YardandBakeSale— RoxanaUnited MethodistChurchwillbe holdingitsyearly

YardandBakeSalefrom8a.m.to1p.m. Therewillbescrapplesandwichesfor breakfast,andhotdogsforlunch.Rainor shine.

Grab&GoCraftforAges10-17— Ages 10-17(agesfirm)areinvitedtopickupa freegrab-and-gocraftkit.AnewkitbecomesavailableonthefirstdayofJune, JulyandAugustin2026!Youthmustpick upkitsthemselvesatthecheckoutdesk. Availablewhilesupplieslast!Hostedbythe SouthCoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue, BethanyBeach,DE19930https:/ /southcoastal.lib.de.us302-858-5518

August1-8

SummerReadingChallenge— Allages areinvitedtoearnprizesbyparticipating intheSouthCoastalLibrary’sSummer ReadingChallenge.Simplyread10hours betweenJune1and11:59p.m.onAug.8. Signupatsussexcountyde.beanstack.org. Paperreadinglogsarealsoavailable,but thosewhocompleteonlineareeligiblefor raffleswithprizesvaluedat$50each! HostedbytheSouthCoastalLibrary,43 KentAvenue,Beth anyBeach,DE19930 https://southcoastal.lib.de.us302-8585518

TeenArtShow— StopbySouthCoastalLibrarytoviewalltheentriesandwinnersin the2026TeenArtShow!Hostedbythe SouthCoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue, BethanyBeach,DE19930https://southcoastal.lib.de.us302-858-5518

August3

ChixwithStix— JoinMaryBethLeonardat 10a.m.forSouthCoastalLibrary’s monthlymeetingaboutcrocheting,knitting andneedleworking.Allskilllevelswelcom e.Makenewfriends,getinspiredby whatothersaremakingandlearnneedleworktipsandtricksinthisfungroupmeeting.Weencourageyoutobringyour currentprojectwithyou.Haveleftover yarn?Bringitandswapwithothers.Free, forages18-plus.Registrationisappreciatedandavailableatsouthcoastal.lib.de.us orbycalling302-858-5518.Walk-insacceptedifspaceallows.Hostedbythe SouthCoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue, BethanyBeach,DE19930

Dement iaConversations— The Alzheimer'sAssociation,DEValleywill presentdementiacaregiverstipsand strategiesforhavingdifficult—butimportant—conversationsaboutdriving,visitingthedoctorandlegalandfinancial planning,atSouthCoastalLibraryat2:30 p.m.Registrationisappreciatedbutoptional.Free,forages18-plus.Registration isappreciatedandavailableatsouthcoastal.lib.de.usorbycalling302-8585518.Walk-insacceptedifspace allows. HostedbytheSouthCoastalLibrary,43 KentAvenue,BethanyBeach,DE19930

August4

OnlineAuthorTalk— Tuneinat2p.m.for alive,onlineconversationthat’ssureto warmyourheart(andmakeyourstomach rumble),aswedelveintothelegacyof cookingiconJuliaChildwithSmithsonian curatorandpublichistorianPaulaJ.Johnson,authorofJuliaChild’sKitchen:The

Design,Tools,Stories,andLegacyofan IconicSpace.Thebookincludesinterviews withchefsw hoknewJuliawell,commentaryonherfavoriteculinarytoolsand kitchengadgets,andastunningarrayof photos.Can’tmakethelivesessionat SouthCoastalLibrary?Visittheirwebsite toaccesstherecordinglaterandbrowse throughhundredsofotherrecordedauthor talks.Free,detailsandregistration(required)availableatsouthcoastal.lib.de.us orbycalling302-858-5518Presentedby theLibrarySpeakersConsortiuminpartnershipwiththeSouthCoasta lLibrary,43 KentAvenue,BethanyBeach,DE19930 DinosaurMovieforAges14-Plus— Escapetheheatwithafreeindoormovieat SouthCoastalLibraryat2p.m.forages 14-plus+featuringaPG-13dinosauractionmovieonourbigscreenandfreelight snacks.Movielasts130minutes.Free,no registrationrequired.HostedbytheSouth CoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue,Bethany Beach,DE19930southcoastal.lib.de.us

August5

Walk-InTechAssistance/Training— SouthCoastalLibrary,inpartnershipwith theDelawareDivisionofLibraries,isproud toofferwalk-inassistancewithdigitaldevicesandservices.Bringyoursmartphone, tablet,iPad,Kindle,orlaptopandget hands-onhelpwithEssentialTech&SoftwareSkills,WorkplaceTechnology,AI,SocialMediaHelp,Internet,AvoidingScams, etc.AvailableonWednesdaysinthesummerthroughAug.19,from10a.m.to4 p.m.Noregistrationrequired.Hostedby theSouthCoastalLibrar y,43KentAvenue, BethanyBeach,DE19930www.southcoastal.lib.de.us

CelloStoryTime— Enjoyamagicalchildren’sstoryatSouthCoastalLibraryat 10:30a.m.aboutacello,abelovedtree, andthemusicofnature,broughttolife withlivecellomusicfromtheBethany BeachCellofest—courtesyofCellists EricaLessieandBrendaNeece.Afterthe story,childrencanmaketheirownmagic cellotreeartworkwhilelisteningtolive cellomusic.Free,noregistrationrequi red, butparents/caregiversmustaccompany children.HostedbytheSouthCoastalLi-

brary,43KentAvenue,BethanyBeach,DE 19930

MetalDetectingforBeginners— John Rebman,owner/operatorofEasternShore MetalDetectorsinSeaford,willintroduce beginnerstometaldetecting,including howtheequipmentworks,whatequipment tousefordifferentsituations,andtherules ofmetaldetecting,atSouthCoastalLibrary at2:30pm..He'llalsoshowyousome amazingtr easureshe'sfoundthroughapproximately50yearsofdetecting,andtake attendeesoutinsmallgroups,soparticipantscantakeametaldetectorforatest driveonlibrarygrounds.(Incaseofrain, we'lldosomeindoordetecting.)You'llalso findoutaboutpirateCaptainKidd'sstill undiscovered"MillsboroTreasure!"Light snacksprovided.Free,forAges12through Adult.Registrationisrequiredandavailableathttps://southcoastal.lib.de.usorby calling 302-858-5518.Walk-insaccepted ifspaceallows.HostedbytheSouth CoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue,Bethany Beach,DE19930

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

Check out what the library has to offer you:

al Music +

Download up to three songs a week & stream commercial free music all day from popular labels including Sony Music. Access millions of songs from over 200 genres on any compatible device. A valid South Coastal Library card is required to access this service.

Live Online Author Talks with the LSC

Enjoy a range of talks from bestselling authors & thought leaders. Participate in live talks or watch past talks for FREE from the comfort of home.

Newspapers com

Newspapers.com Library Edition offers full-page images with searchable full text for millions of pages of newspapers dating from the early 1700’s to the early 2000’s. Access this FREE resource with your South Coastal Library card.

Kanopy & hoopla

Access thousands of movies, documentaries, TV series, music, & more from your computer, tablet, or phone–& even your TV! FREE with a Delaware library card!

Libby

Borrow & read ebooks, audiobooks, magazines, & more online from your local library for free!

Creativebug

Using a valid South Coastal Library card, you can access thousands of award-winning art & craft video classes taught by recognized design experts & artists. Funded by the Friends of the South Coastal Library

Museum Passes

Check out the Museum Pass Program from Delaware Libraries! It’s your FREE entry to art, culture, entertainment & so much more! Learn more about this program here: http://delawarelibraries.org/museum

South Coastal Library Enrich. Inspire. Educate.

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43 Kent Avenue, Bethany Beach

August6

ILovetoRRRRead—DinoStoryTime— Travelback75millionyearsforaprehistoricpirateadventure,atSouthCoastalLibraryat10:30a.m.!Youngpaleontologists willdiscovertheLateCretaceousPeriod throughinteractivestorytelling,explorethe dinosaurfoodchainwithballooncreations, digforfossils,learnaboutammonitesand theasteroidthatendedtheageofdinosaurs,andflaplikeapterodactylduring adinosaurdance.Thisfun-filledprogram forages4-11combinesscience,movement,andimaginationforanunforgettable dinosauradventure!Free,noregistration required,butparents/caregiversmustaccompanychildren.HostedbytheSouth CoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue,Bethany Beach,DE19930

August7

ChenilleStemFlowersCraft— Usepremium,thickchenillestemstocreategorgeousflowersthatdon'tneedwateringand won'tlosetheirpetals,atSouthCoastalLibraryat10a.m.!Step-by-stepins tructions willbeprovidedforvariousflowers,but youmayalsocreateyourowndesignsduringthis90-minutesession.Free,forages 8-12(Agesfirm!)Registrationisopenand (recommended,butwalk-insacceptedif spaceallows).

VinyasaYoga— JoinSarahSchaber,RYT500certifiedyogainstructor,foraFREE, one-hourVinyasaYogaclassatSouth

CoastalLibraryat3:30p.m.Thisclassis moderately-pacedwithmorechallenging posesthantheGentleFlowYogaclasses weoffer.Createenergy,buildstrength,and promoteflexibilityandcirculationthroughoutthebody.Deeprelaxationandstress releasealsoincluded.Pleasebringayoga matandfoamblocks.Registrationopensat 2p.m.onJuly31andisavailableat https://southcoastal.lib.de.usorbycalling 302-858-5518.(Onlineregistrationrecommended!)Walk-insacceptedifspaceallows.HostedbytheSouthCoastalLibrary, 43KentAvenue,BethanyBeach,DE19930

August8

Pop-UpBookSale— StopbySouthCoastal Libraryat10a.m.foratwo-hourpop-up booksale!Findgreatbooksforgreat prices!Previousbestsellers,cookbooks, beachreads,children'smaterials&more! SponsoredbytheFriendsoftheSouth CoastalLibrary.Helpsupportyourlocallibrary!SouthCoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue,BethanyBeach,DE19930 www.southcoastal.lib.de.us302-858-5518

August9-16

AnnualCellofest— The3rdAnnual BethanyBeachCellofestwilltakeplace fromAug.9-16.Therewillbefreepublic eventsfromAug.5-16,featuringconcerts, communityprogramsandcellostorytime. Alistofeventsandlocationscanbefound atcellomuseum.org.

August10

GentleYogaFlow— JoinSarahSchaber,

ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS

RYT-500certifiedyogainstructor,atSouth CoastalLibraryat10:15a.m.forafree, one-hourGentleFlowYogaclass.Idealfor beginners,seniors,andanyonelookingfor aslowerflowpractice.Learnbreathing techniques, postures,andexercisestopromoteflexibilityandstrength,balance,and relaxation.Chairparticipationavailable. Detailsonourwebsite.Registrationopens at10:15a.m.onAug.3andisavailableat www.southcoastal.lib.de.usorbycalling 302-858-5518Walk-insacceptedifspace allows.HostedbytheSouthCoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue,BethanyBeach,DE 19930

August11

TeenCraft:ClayLuminaries— Transform coloredclayintoabeautifulluminary,completewithafairylightstringatSouth CoastalLibraryat2p.m.(Requiresbaking inanordinaryovenathomeafterward.) Free,forAges13-17(Agesfirm!)Registrationrecommendedbutwalk-insacceptedif spaceallows.Registrationisopen.Hosted bytheSouthCoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue,BethanyBeach,DE19930 https://southcoastal.lib.de.us302-8585518

August12

Walk-InTechAssistance/Training— SouthCoastalLibrary,inpartnershipwith theDelawareDivisionofLibraries,isproud toofferwalk-inassistancewithdigitaldevicesandservices.Bringyoursmartphone, tablet,iPad,Kindle,orlaptopandget hands-onhelpwithEssentialTech&SoftwareSkills,WorkplaceTechnology,AI,SocialMediaHelp,Internet,AvoidingScams, etc.AvailableonWednesdaysinthesummerthroughAug.19,from10a.m.to4 p.m.Noregistrationrequired.Hostedby theSouthCoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue, BethanyBeach,DE19930ww w.southcoastal.lib.de.us

Kids’Theater— Twoactorswillplayallthe charactersinthis45-minuteRehoboth Children’sTheaterproductionofRudyard Kipling’sTheJungleBook,atSouthCoastal Libraryat10:30a.m.Free,forallages.No registrationrequired,butparents/caregiversmustaccompanychildren.Hostedby theSouthCoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue, BethanyBeach,DE19930

TrueCrimeClub— Shareyourtheories, knowledge,andmemoriesoftruecrime case swithfellowtruecrimeenthusiasts,at SouthCoastalLibraryat2p.m.Ateach 90-minutemeeting,theclubwillexplorea particulartruecrimecase.Thismonth, we'lldiscusstheMenendezmurders.Suggestedread(notrequired):TheMenendez MurdersbyRobertRand.Free,forages 18-plus.Noregistrationrequired.Hosted bytheSouthCoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue,BethanyBeach,DE19930 https://southcoastal.lib.de.us302-8585518.

August13

CookingbytheBook— Eachmonth,participantsinthiscookbookclubwillchoose arecipefromthesamecookbookandthen makeandbringinthedishtosharewith thegroup.HeldatsouthCoastalLibraryat 1p.m.Participantsareencouragedtodiscusscooking,recipes(andhowtoimprove

them,)aswellasthebookitself.This month,wewillbesharingfoodsfromThe AuthenticUkrainianKitchenbyYevhen Klopotenkowhichisavailableforcheckout (whilesupplieslast,)oryoumaylookata copyinthelibrary.Participantswillthen voteonwhichcookbooktousenextmonth, andareencouragedtobringtheirownTupperwaretotakehomeleftovers.Free,for ages18-plus+.Registrationisrequired andavailableatsouthcoastal.lib.de.usor bycalling302-858 -5518Hostedbythe SouthCoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue, BethanyBeach,DE19930

August14

FenwickFlicks— TheFenwickIsland BeachPatrolishostingafamilymovie showingof“Minions”attheBayardStreet beachatdusk.Familygamesandactivities willstartat8p.m.Organizersencourage gueststobringablanketorchair,gather yourcrewandsettleinforafunandfree movienightonthebeach.

YogaforKids— JoinMissSarahforafun andengagingyogaclassdesignedespec iallyforPre-Kandearlyelementary-aged kidsatSouthCoastalLibraryat10:30a.m. Throughplayfulmovement,simpleposes,

andimaginativestorytelling,childrenwill buildstrength,flexibility,andfocus—all whilehavingagreattime.Noregistration required,butparents/caregiversmustaccompanychildren.HostedbytheSouth CoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue,Bethany Beach,DE19930302-858-5518 https://southcoastal.lib.de.us

VinyasaYoga— JoinSarah Schaber,RYT500certifiedyogainstructor,foraFREE, one-hourVinyasaYogaclassatSouth CoastalLibraryat3:30p.m.Thisclassis moderately-pacedwithmorechallenging posesthantheGentleFlowYogaclasses weoffer.Createenergy,buildstrength,and promoteflexibilityandcirculationthroughoutthebody.Deeprelaxationandstress releasealsoincluded.Pleasebringayoga matandfoamblocks.Registrationopensat 2p.m.onJuly31andisavailableat https ://southcoastal.lib.de.usorbycalling 302-858-5518.(Onlineregistrationrecommended!)Walk-insacceptedifspaceallows.HostedbytheSouthCoastalLibrary, 43KentAvenue,BethanyBeach,DE19930

August17

GentleYogaFlow— JoinSarahSchaber, RYT-500certifiedyogainstructor,atSouth CoastalLibraryat10:15a.m.forafree, one-hourGentleFlowYogaclass.Idealfor beginners,seniors,andanyonelookingfor aslowerflowpractice.Learnbreathing

tech niques,postures,andexercisestopromoteflexibilityandstrength,balance,and relaxation.Chairparticipationavailable. Detailsonourwebsite.Registrationopens at10:15a.m.onAug.3andisavailableat www.southcoastal.lib.de.usorbycalling 302-858-5518Walk-insacceptedifspace allows.HostedbytheSouthCoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue,BethanyBeach,DE 19930

August18

iPad&AppleUsersGroup— iPad,iPhone andotherAppledeviceusersofallskill levelsarewelcometoattendthismonthly supportgroupatSouthCoastalLibraryat 11a.m.Usersmeettodiscussnewfeatures,sharetips,andaskquestions.Attend inpersononly.Free,registrationisrequiredandavailableathttps://southcoastal.lib.de.usorbyphoneat 302-858-5518.Walk-insacceptedif spaceallows.HostedbytheSouthCoastal Library,BethanyBeach,DE HarlemRenaissance— TheHarlemRenaissancewasaperiodofrichAfrican Americanartis ticandculturalactivity.HistorianKathyTrustypresentstheera’ssignificanceinAmericanhistoryandBlack cultureatSouthCoastalLibraryat4p.m., includingkeyfiguresandtheircontributionstoart,literature,musicandtheater, alongwiththeriseofBlackpride,self-ex-

pression,andartisticfreedom.ThisprogramissponsoredinpartbyDelawareHumanities.Free,registrationisrequiredand availableatsouthcoastal.lib.de.usorby phoneat30 2-858-5518.Walk-insacceptedifspaceallows.Hostedbythe SouthCoastalLibrary,BethanyBeach,DE

August19

Walk-InTechAssistance/Training— SouthCoastalLibrary,inpartnershipwith theDelawareDivisionofLibraries,isproud toofferwalk-inassistancewithdigitaldevicesandservices.Bringyoursmartphone, tablet,iPad,Kindle,orlaptopandget hands-onhelpwithEssentialTech&SoftwareSkills,WorkplaceTechnology,AI,SocialMediaHelp,Inte rnet,AvoidingScams, etc.AvailableonWednesdaysinthesummerthroughAug.19,from10a.m.to4 p.m.Noregistrationrequired.Hostedby theSouthCoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue, BethanyBeach,DE19930www.southcoastal.lib.de.us

FeelingsRock!— FeelingsRockisamusic andmovement-basedclassatSouth CoastalLibraryat10:30a.m.,designedto helpchildrenunderage6andtheirfamiliesnavigatesocialemotionaldevelopment.Getreadytolearnhowto

Gov’tMulecomingtoFreemanonJuly28

Grammy-nominatedquintetGov’t Mule—ledbyGrammyAward-winningvocalist,songwriter,guitarlegend, andproducerWarrenHaynes—willbe comingtotheareaonTuesday,July28, attheFreemanArtsPavilion,ontheir KickingInYourStallTour.Ticketsand VIPpackagesareonsalenow.

Gov’tMulereleasedtheir12thstudioalbum,“Peace…LikeARiver”(FantasyRecords),in2023.Theacclaimed rockcollection—hailedas“perfection,” “captivating,”“riveting”andamongthe band’sbest—ishighlightedbythesin-

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gles“DreamingOutLoud”featuring IvanNevilleandRuthieFoster,“Same AsItEverWas”and“MadeMyPeace,” aswellasadditionalguestappearances fromBillyF.Gibbons,BillyBob ThorntonandCelisse.

Sincereleasing“Peace...LikeARiver,” Haynesissuedhisfourthsoloalbumand firstsoloreleaseinnearlyadecade,“MillionVoicesWhisper,”in2024andfollowedthatupwithitsstripped-down companyalbum,“TheWhisperSessions,”in2025.Bothalbums,available viaFantasyRecords,wereproducedby

recognize,expressandcopewithemotionswhileengaginginfunmovementactivities.Weliketohavefunwiththeuse ofsignlanguage,rhythmsticks,shaker eggs,puppets,stories,instrumentsand somuchmore!Noregistrationrequired, butanadultcaregivermustaccompany children.HostedbytheSouthCoastalLi-

HaynesandfeaturehislongtimeAllman BrothersBandbandmateDerekTrucks onmultipletracks.

“MillionVoicesWhisper”isacollectionofsoulfulblues-rock.Ontheoppositeendofthespectrum,“TheWhisper Sessions”isanintimatecompilation thataimstopeelbackthelayerstospotlightHaynes’soulfulvoice,masterful guitarwork,andtheheartfeltstorytellingatthecoreofhismusic.

Earlierthisyear,Haynesalsoreleasedanexpanded,re-mixedandremasteredversionofhis1993debutsolo

brary,43KentAvenue,BethanyBeach,DE 19930https://southcoastal.lib.de.us302858-5518

HappyBookersBookClub— JoinRachel forournextHappyBoo kersmeetingat SouthCoastalLibraryat2p.m.!The

studioalbum,“TalesofOrdinaryMadness,”viaMegaforceRecords.Nextup, hewillbereleasinghis“Dreams& Songs”symphonicalbum,recordedlive inAsheville,N.C.,in2019,andthen,in thefall,Gov’tMuleisteamingupwith reggaeiconZiggyMarleyforacoheadliningoutingdubbedthe“DreamingTheSameDreamTour,”named af terthesong“DreamingtheSame Dream,”whichHaynesandMarleycowrotein2012.

FormoreinformationonGov’t Mule,visitwww.mule.net.

groupmeetsonselectmonthstodiscuss achosenbook.Booksselectedareworks offictionfromvariousgenresandauthors.Thismonthwewillbediscussing MidnightattheBlackbirdCafebyHeather Webber.Free,registrationisappreciated andavailableat https://southcoastal.lib.de.us.Sponsored bytheSouthCoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue,BethanyBeach,DE19930

August21

FenwickFlicks— TheFenwickIsland BeachPatrolishostinganadultmovie showingof“Casablanca”attheBayard Streetbeachatdusk,withseatingstarting at8p.m.Organizersencouragegueststo bringablanketorchair,gatheryourcrew andsettleinforafunandfreemovie nightonthebeach.

VinyasaYoga— JoinSarahSchaber,RYT500certifiedyogainstructor,foraFREE, one-hourVinyasaYogaclassatSouth CoastalLibraryat3:30p.m.Thisclassis moderately-pacedwithmorechallenging posesthantheGentl eFlowYogaclasses weoffer.Createenergy,buildstrength, andpromoteflexibilityandcirculation throughoutthebody.Deeprelaxationand stressreleasealsoincluded.Pleasebring ayogamatandfoamblocks.Registration opens2p.m.onJuly31andisavailable athttps://southcoastal.lib.de.usorby calling302-858-5518.(Onlineregistrationrecommended!)Walk-insacceptedif spaceallows.HostedbytheSouthCoastal Library,43KentAvenue,BethanyBeach, DE19930

August24

GentleYogaFlow— JoinSarahSchaber, RYT-500certifiedyogainstructor,at SouthCoastalLibraryat10:15a.m.fora free,one-hourGentleFlowYogaclass. Idealforbeginners,seniors,andanyone lookingforaslowerflowpractice.Learn breathingtechniques,postures,andexercisestopromoteflexibilityandstrength, balance,andrelaxation.Chairparticipationavailable.Detailsonourwebsite. Registrationopensat10:15a.m.onAug. 3and isavailableat www.southcoastal.lib.de.usorbycalling 302-858-5518Walk-insacceptedif spaceallows.HostedbytheSouthCoastal Library,43KentAvenue,BethanyBeach, DE19930

AspiraDelawarethisweekannouncedtheappointmentofRené Diazasthefoundingheadofschool forLasAméricasAspiraAcademy— Georgetown,anewfreepublicduallanguageelementarycharterschool thatwillinitiallyservestudentsin kindergartenthroughthirdgrade whenitopensinSeptemberof2027, withplanstoexpandtofifthgrade.

Diazbringsmorethan20yearsof experienceineducationacross Delaware.Hehasservedinavariety ofroles,includingasasubstitute teacher,paraprofessional,highschool socialstudiesteacher,migranteducationteacher,4-Hyouthdevelopment educator,andhighschoolassistant principal.

Mostrecently,heservedasprincipalofMilfordCentralAcademy, whereheledinitiativesthatsignificantlyreducedbothinschool(ISS) andout-of-school(OSS)suspensions acrossallmajorsubcategories.Under hisleadership,theschoolalso achievedmeasurablegainsinEnglish languagearts(ELA)andmathematics,asreflectedinimprovedstudent performanceontheDelawareSystem ofStudentAssessments(DeSSA).

Diazearnedamaster’sdegreein teachingfromWilmingtonUniversityandadoctorateineducation(organizationalleadership)fromthe

Universityof Delaware.He holdsDelaware certificationsasa teacherofsocial studies(Grades 9-12),School principal/assistant principal,certifiedcentralofficepersonnel,andsuperintendent/assistant superintendent.HehasservedstudentsandfamiliesinSussexCounty formorethantwodecades.

Asfoundingheadoftheschool, Diazwillleadtheplanningandimplementationoftheschool’sacademicvision,organizational development,andcommunityengagementefforts.Hewillwork alongsideAspiraDelaware’sleadershipteamtorecruitexceptionaleducators,buildstrongpartnershipswith familiesandcommunityorganizations,andestablishacultureofexcellencethatwillservestudentsfor generationstocome.

“WearesofortunatetohaveDr. DiazjointheAspiraDelawarefamily duringthiscrucialtimeofgrowth andexpansioninSouthernDelaware. Asanaccomplishedandpassionate educationalleaderinSussexCounty, hesharesinAspira’smissionandvisiontoprovidehighquality,bilingual

educationtoallstudents,”saidElizabethDiaz-Morales,AspiraDelaware Boardchairandprincipalchemistat Chemours.“LasAméricasAspira AcademyishonoredtohavetheopportunitytoservetheGeorgetown community,andthereisnobetter persontoleadusthanDr.Diaz,who hasanunwaveringcommitmentto hisstudents,theirfamilies,andcommunity.”

LasAméricasAspiraAcademy willprovideaduallanguageeducationdesignedtohelpstudentsbecomebilingual,biliterateand academicallypreparedwhilefostering leadership,culturalpride,andcivic responsibility.Theschoolwillinitiallyservestudentsinkindergarten throughthirdgrade,expandingto servekindergartenthroughfifth gradeasadditionalgradelevelsare added.

“IamhonoredtojoinAspira Delawareduringsuchanexciting timeastheorganizationexpandsinto SussexCounty,”saidDiaz.“AsaSussexCountyresidentformorethan20 years,Iamespeciallyexcitedtobring myknowledge,experienceandpassionforeducationtoservethe Georgetowncommunity.Openinga newschoolisauniqueopportunityto buildalearningcommunitywhere studentsfeelvalued,familiesaretrue

partners,andeverychildisempoweredtoreachtheirfullpotential.

“Ilookforwardtoworkingalongsideoureducators,families,andcommunitypartnerstocreatean exceptionaleducationalexperience forthechildrenofGeorgetownand throughoutSussexCounty.Georgetownisavibrantanddiversecommunity,andIamhonoredtohelp establishaschoolthatreflectsits strengths,celebratesitsdiversityand culture,andpreparesstudentsfor lifelongsuccess.”

TheappointmentmarksamilestoneinAspiraDelaware’sexpansion intoSussexCounty.Theorganization hasbeenworkingcloselywithcommunityleadersandstakeholdersto developaschoolthatreflectsthe needsandstrengthsoftheregion whileprovidingstudentswithaninnovative,student-centerededucationalexperience.

Informationaboutenrollmentand theDelawareSchoolChoiceapplicationprocesswillbeavailablethisfall. TheSchoolChoiceapplicationperiodforthe2027-2028schoolyear beginsinNovemberof2026.FamiliescanlearnmoreaboutAspira Delaware’senrollmentprocessand receiveupdatesabouttheGeorgetownschoolataspiraacademy.org.

RickmanfilesforDelawareattorneygeneral

PattyRickman,amom,a Delawaresmall-businessowner, survivorturnedadvocateandauthorof“ASafeSpaceToLand”— writtentoempowersurvivorsof domesticviolence,sexualassault andintimatepartnerviolence— filedthisweekasaDemocratic candidateforDelawareAttorney Generalaheadofthestate’sSept. 15primary.

Rickmanpersonallyledtheappealthatrecovered$1.3millionin wrongfullydeniedhealthcare claimsfromaMarylandmanaged-careorganization,standing againstsevenofitsattorneysand executives—andwinning,campaignrepresentativesnoted.

“Irefusetobelievethattruth belongstooneparty,”Rickman said.“SomeofthegreatestencouragementI’vereceivedhas comefromRepublicans,Independents,Democrats,andpeople whosimplywantgovernmentto workbetter.Wemaydisagreeon policy,butweshouldallagree thatjusticemustbeappliedfairly andconsistently.”

“Leadershipisn’tmeasuredby speechesorcampaignslogans,” sheadded.“It’smeasuredbycon-

sistency,integrityandthecourage todowhat’srightevenwhenit’s difficult.Delawaredeservesanattorney-generalwholistens,learns, admitsmistakeswhennecessary, andneverforgetsthattheoffice servesthepeople—nottheother wayaround”

“IneverplannedtorunforAttorneyGeneral,”Rickmansaid. “LikesomanyDelawareans,Ibelievedifyouworkedhard,toldthe truthandfollowedthelaw,the systemwouldprotectyou.Myexperienceschangedthatperspective—notbecauseIlostfaithin justiceitself,butbecauseIbelieve ourinstitutionsarestrongest whentheyarewillingtoexamine themselveshonestlyandcontinuallystrivetoearnthepublic’s trust.”

“Idon’tclaimtohaveeveryanswer,”shesaid.“I’llmakemistakes becausethisisnewtome.ButI promiseDelawaresomething moreimportant:I’lllisten.I’ll learn.I’llsurroundmyselfwith peoplewhochallengeme.I’llfollowthefactswherevertheylead. AndeverydecisionImakewill beginwithonequestion:‘Isthis what’sbestforthepeopleof

Delaware?”

“Whetheryousupportmeor not,Iwanttohearfromyou,”said Rickman.“IfI’mfortunate enoughtoearnyourtrust,Iwill beanattorneygeneralforall Delawareans.Justiceshouldnever dependonyourpoliticalparty, whereyoulive,whoyouknow,or whatyourbackgroundis.Justice belongstoeveryone.Equalprotectionisnotaslogan.Itisastandard—forthesurvivorwaiting onanorder,forthefamilyup againstasystemstackedagainst them,foreveryDelawareanstill waitingonprotection.”

Rickmansaidherplatformfor theelectionincludes:

(1)Survivorandvictimprotection—“Protectiveordersandvictims’rightslawsonlymatterif they’reenforced.Rickmanhas livedthegapbetweenwhatthe lawsaysandwhatactuallyhappens—andisrunningtoclose it.”

(2)Healthcarefraudandcompliance—Morethan25yearsin healthcarerevenuecycleleadershipandbillingcompliance. “Rickmanknowswherefraud hidesinsidecomplexhealthcare

systems—andhowfamiliesand smallpracticesgethurtbyit.”

(3)Consumerprotection— Landlords,insurersandcorporationsthatbreakthelawdon’tget apassbecauseenforcementisinconvenientorslow.

(4)Governmenttransparency —Complaintsagainstpublicofficialsshouldn’tsitforyearswithoutanswer.Accountabilityapplies toinstitutions,notjustindividuals.

(5)Independent,Delaware-first —“Rickman’sprioritiesstartand endinthisstate,notinWashingtonheadlines.EveryDelawarean’s casematters—notjusttheones thatmakethenews.”

Rickman’squalifications,her campaignsaid,include:

•Morethan25yearsinhealthcarerevenuecycleleadership— includinga$1.3Mappealwin againstamajorMarylandMCO.

• FounderandcreatorofASafe SpacetoLand—asurvivor-supportplatformandappbuiltbya survivor,forsurvivors.

•Small-businessownerwho pivotedherownbusinessthrough

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COVID,thenhelpedother Delawaresmallbusinessesaccess relieffunding.

•Morethan500hoursofcommunityvolunteerengagement.

•Domesticviolenceandstalkingsurvivor,advocateandauthor.

•DelawarePeerSupportCertifiedAdvocate(2025).

•Theonlysurvivortotestify forDelawareSB17,signedinto lawinAugustof2025.

•Master’sdegreeinholistic health,GeorgianCourtUniversity,magnacumlaude.

“Thisprimaryhasbeenframed aroundlitigationrésumés—one builtinsidetheAttorneyGeneral’sOffice,onebuiltsuingit,” campaignrepresentativessaid. “Rickmanoffersathirdoption: someonewhohasalreadydone theenforcementworktheoffice existstodo,frominsidethesystemsthatfailedher,andwon.”

“Youcanstudyasystem,litigateagainstasystem,orregulatea systemwithouteverhavinglived insidetheoneyou’reaskingvoters totrustyoutofix,”Rickmansaid. “I’vedoneallthree.Iamjustlike you—andIwilladvocateforall ofus.”

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HistoryBookFestivalannounces2026lineup

Thefirstandonlybookfestivalin thecountrydevotedexclusivelytohistorywillreturntoLewesthisfall. Foundedin2016,theHistoryBook Festivalisanindependentnonprofit dedicatedtobuildinghistoricalliteracy throughwell-researched,well-toldstories.

In2025,morethan7,000peopleattendedpresentationsatthefestival,coveringabroadrangeoftopicsbyboth well-knownandemergingauthors.The 10thannualHistoryBookFestival (HBF)issetforFridaytoSunday,Sept. 25-27.

HBFshowcasesnewhistoricalfictionandnarrativenonfictionfrommultiplesubjects,erasandvoices.More than90percentofthefestival’sauthor presentationsarefreeandopentoall, drawingreadersfrom30statesand

abroadtothisone-of-a-kindeventat theDelawarebeaches.HBFauthors alsovisitDelawareclassrooms,from preschooltocollege,andthefestival givestheirbookstoschools,libraries andcommunityorganizations,inanefforttoprovideanengagingwaytoinspirereadersofallagestoenjoylearning abouthistory.

ThefestivalwillopenonFriday, Sept.25,withaticketedkeynoteevent exploringtheIranianRevolution,featuringauthorsBenMacintyreandScott Anderson.

MacintyrehaswrittenforTheTimes (UK)foroverthreedecades.Hisbook “Redwood:TheUntoldStoryofthe ColdWar’sMostExtraordinarySpy” revealshowAmericanandBritishintelligencecrackedtheKremlin’ssecretplot to overthrowthefledglingIslamist

regimeinthewakeofthe1979religious revolution.

Andersonisaveteranwarcorrespondentwhosebook“KingofKings:The IranianRevolution”tellsthestoryof ShahMohammadRezaPahlaviand howhisousterblindsidedtheUnited States.

TheeventispresentedbyGriswold HomecareforSussex&KentCounties andGroomeChurch.

TheticketedclosingeventonSunday,Sept.27,willfeatureco-authors VictoriaChristopherMurrayandMarie Benedict, whowilldiscusstheirbook“A PairofAces:ANovel.”Theworkexplorestheunlikelyallianceoftwotrailblazingwomenonoppositesidesofthe law—aprosecutorandamadam— whoteamuptobringdownnotorious mobbossLuckyLucianoin1930sNew York.

EuniceCarter,assistantdistrictattorneyfortheCityofNewYorkand Manhattan’sfirstBlackfemaleprosecutor,andPollyAdler,high-classbrothel madam,risktheirlivestoendthereign of Luciano.

“HarlemRhapsody,”a2025NPRBest BookoftheYear.AmongBenedict’s bestsellingbooksselectedfornational bookclubsare“TheOnlyWomanin theRoom,”“TheOtherEinstein”and “Carnegie’sMaid.”

Theeventisbeingpresentedbythe DelawareCommunityFoundation. OnSaturday,Sept.26,attendees canaccesstheirchoiceof20author presentationsinvariousvenuesin Lewes,allfreeofcharge.Bookswillbe availableforpurchaseateachvenue, andtheymayalsobeboughtinadvanceatBrowseaboutBooksinRehobothBeach,thefestival’sofficial bookseller.Authorswillbeavailableto personalizebooksaftertheirpresentationsand,attheendoftheday,presentersandaudiencescancome togethertocelebrateanddiscusstheir festivalexperienceata“spiriteddiscussion”presentedbyDogfishHead Beer&Benevolence.

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This year’seventispresentedbythe LeeAnnWilkinsonGroup,Berkshire HathawayHomeServices/PenFedRealty,withhelpfrommanycommunity organizations,especiallytheLewes PublicLibrary,HistoricLewesand

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This exquisite 3 BR, 2.5 BA twin home boasts an open oor plan adorned with numerous upgrades throughout. The gourmet kitchen features upgraded countertops, a spacious island, and stainless steel appliances. Relax in the primary suite with a custom walk-in closet and a spa-like bathroom, complete with a walk-in shower.

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This designer furnished home offers two BRs, two BAs. This beautiful beach retreat offers high end cabinetry, lots of custom detailed woodwork and crown moulding. The primary bedroom with its ensuite bath, is located on the back of the home. This getaway could be a great rental throughout the year with the normal summer vacations or a place to weekend . The Village at Bear Trap Dunes offers three swimming pools, hot tub, saunas, tness center, multiple courts for tennis and pickleball, basketball, playgrounds, 27 holes of golf, and a beach shuttle.

$419,900 (DESU2107472)

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32519 HERRING WOOD DR, DAGSBORO BRAND NEW COMPRESSOR IN HVAC SYSTEM/JUNE '26. ENCAPSULATED CRAWLSPACE WITH NEW DEHUMIDIFIER/APRIL '26. Freshly painted home with 3 spacious BRs and 2 BAs is a blank canvas waiting for your personal touches. This single-level living with open oor plan features a gas replace, a combination kitchen/dining area, & a bonus room just off the kitchen. Additional features include brand new LVP ooring in kitchen, family room, and hallway, ceiling fans, large closets, spacious laundry room w/ amble storage and an abundance of natural sunlight.

$449,999 (DESU2092628)

Call Kristie White (c) 443-255-9133

Gov.MattMeyerthisweeksigned ExecutiveOrder26,establishingenhancedconflict-of-intereststandardsfor executivebranchmembersservingon Delaware’sUnclaimedPropertyTask Force,reinforcingtheadministration’s commitmenttotransparency,accountabilityandpublictrust.

Theexecutiveorderrequiresexecutivebranchrepresentativesonthetask forcetocertifytheyhavenofinancial interestsrelatedtoDelaware’sunclaimedpropertyindustryanddirects theDepartmentofStatetopubliclydiscloseconflict-of-interestinformation fortaskforcemembers.Italsoencourageslegislativeleaderstoapplythesame standardstotheirappointments.

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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.

$589,000 (DESU2109448)

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36533 WILD ROSE CIR, SELBYVILLE Set up your showing to see this one soon! Gorgeous, furnished single family home has 5 BD, 3 BA, 2-car garage and great outdoor space includes a massive deck w/ motorized awning! Many improvements shiplap, crown molding, new carpet, washer, dryer, refrigerator, dishwasher, renovated bathrooms. In sought-after Bayside community w/ a premier golf course, outdoor stage, bar & grille, gym, dog park, pickleball, tennis and much more!

$850,000 (DESU2114864) Call Danny Taglienti (c) 410-430-2721

SPACIOUS,RENOVATED NEARDE&MDBEACHES

38837 SEA GULL RD, SELBYVILLE 6 miles to beaches: a 4 bd, 2.5 ba yearround home, beach house or a rental investment. Features: 1.5 car garage with workbench & a storage room, oversized driveway, ceramic tiling, bamboo oors & more. Enjoy a covered deck, 2nd oor balcony & large yard. Low HOA with a pool, tennis & pickleball, playground & boat ramp.

$500,000 (DESU2110854)

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31326 TERRY CIR, BETHANY BEACH

Just 1.5 miles from downtown Bethany Beach. Features 5 BRs and 3.5 BAs. The beautifully remodeled kitchen features quartz countertops, soft close cabinetry, pull out drawers, a pantry, ceramic tile backsplash, under cabinet lighting, high end appliances, a gas cooktop, wine refrigerator, garbage disposal, and a large center island. Offers a formal dining room, casual breakfast area, spacious sunroom, and multiple living spaces. Upstairs, you'll nd a spacious loft area, a second primary suite with a private balcony, and three additional guest bedrooms.

$1,100,000 (DESU2113308) Call Krystal Casey (c) 302-604-4683

“Delaware’sunclaimedpropertylaws shouldbewrittenforthepeopleof Delaware,notfortheindustrythat profitsfromthem,”saidMeyer.“The recommendationsofthistaskforce shouldbeguidedbythepublicinterest, freefromconflictsofinterestandfocusedonensuringourunclaimedpropertysystemremainsfair,transparentand accountable.”

TheGeneralAssemblyestablished theUnclaimedPropertyTaskForceto studyDelaware’sunclaimedproperty systemandmakerecommendationsto improveitsstability,predictability,fairnessandtransparency.Thetaskforceis requiredtosubmititsfindingstothe governorandlegislativeleadershipby Feb.1,2027.

ExecutiveOrder26prohibitsexecutivebranchrepresentativesonthetask forcefromhavingspecifiedfinancialinterestsrelatedtotheunclaimedproperty industryduringthepreviousfiveyears, includingcompensatedlobbying,consulting,audit,compliance,litigation, assetrecoveryorgovernmentrelations workinvolvingunclaimedproperty matters.Theorderalsorequireswritten certificationsfromexecutivebranch participantsbeforetheybeginserving onthetaskforce.

TheorderdirectstheDepartmentof Statetodevelopauniformconflict-ofinterestdisclosureformwithin30days, collectcompletedformsfromexecutive branchmembersanddesignees,request voluntarydisclosurefromallothertask forcemembersandpublishcompleted disclosuresonthetaskforce’spublic webpagebeforeitsfirstmeeting.Italso requiresdisclosurestatustobereflected intheminutesofeachtaskforcemeeting

ExecutiveOrder26doesnotchange thetaskforce’smembershiporstatutory responsibilitiesestablishedbytheGeneralAssembly.Instead,itestablishesadditionalethicalstandardsforexecutive branchparticipationwhileencouraging legislativeappointingauthoritiesto adoptthesameconflict-of-interest standardsfortheirownappointees.

Theexecutiveordertookeffectimmediatelyuponthegovernor’ssignature.

BeebeHealthSuitenearlyreadyforappointments

BeebeHealthcareandCAMPRehobothannouncedthisweekthat schedulingwillopenMonday,July27, forappointmentsattheHealthSuite, locatedat39BaltimoreAvenuein downtownRehobothBeach.

Thefirstpatientappointmentswill beginWednesday,July29,atthenewly namedBeebeHealthSuiteatCAMP Rehoboth.

TheHealthSuiteisthefirstphase ofapartnershipbetweenBeebe HealthcareandCAMPRehobothfocusedonexpandingaccesstoprevention,screening,carenavigation,and healtheducationinatrustedandconvenientdowntownlocation.

TheHealthSuitebuildsonCAMP Rehoboth’scommitmenttocommunity healthwhileconnectingpatientswith Beebe’slicensedclinicalteamand broadernetworkofcare.

Initialofferingsinclude:

•HIVscreeningandcounseling;

•STIscreeningandtesting;

•PrEPservices;

•Vaccinations;

•Carecoordinationandreferrals;and

•Healtheducationandoutreach.

Oneoftheuniqueofferingsplanned throughtheHealthSuiteisaco-pharmacist-ledPrEPprogram.PrEP,or pre-exposureprophylaxis,isamedicationthathelpspreventHIVinfection

inpeoplewhomaybeatincreasedrisk. UnderanewDelawarelaw,specially trainedpharmacistscanplayalarger roleinhelpingpatientsaccessPrEP, makingiteasierandmoreconvenient toreceivepreventionservices,education,follow-upcareandongoingmonitoring.

“Accessisone ofthebiggestfactorsinpreventive healthcare,”said Rebecca Marciniak, PharmD,clinical pharmacist,Beebe Healthcare.“By bringingservices intoatrustedand familiarcommunitysetting,we’rehelpingpeopleconnectwithcareearlierandmoreeasily. Thepharmacist-ledPrEPmodelallows ustoremovesomeofthetraditional barrierstopreventionandsupportpatientsthroughouttheircarejourney.”

pointmentsmaybescheduledbeginningJuly27onBeebe’swebsiteat www.beebehealthcare.org/locations/bee be-health-suite-camp-rehoboth.

Firstphaseofpartnership withCAMPRehoboth focusesonaccessto prevention,screening,care navigationandeducation

“CAMPRehobothhasbeena trustedsourceforHIVtesting,counseling,andpreventionfordecades,”said RobinBrennan,DrPH,executivedirectorforCAMP Rehoboth.“Our partnershipwith BeebeHealthcare allowsustoexpandthescopeof servicesavailable whileensuring thateveryonein ourcommunity hasaccesstoaffirming,welcomingcareinaplacetheyknowand trust.”

connectiontoBeebe’sbroadernetwork ofcare.Bymaintainingandenhancing accessintheheartofdowntown,Beebe HealthcareandCAMPRehobothaim tomakeiteasierforbothyear-round residentsandvisitorstoaccessthecare andsupporttheyneed.”

“Thispartnershipallowsustobuild onthestrongfoundationCAMPRehobothhasalreadycreatedandensure peoplecontinuetohaveaccessto screening,counseling,prevention,and supportclosetohome,”saidBill Chasanov,DO,infectiousdisease physicianandchiefhealthsystemsdesignofficerforBeebeHealthcare. “Moreimportantly,itgivesusaframeworktocontinuegrowingandrespondingtotheneedsofthecommunityfor yearstocome.”

Patientswillreceivethesameclinicalstandardsandqualityofcarefound throughoutBeebeHealthcare,delivered inaconvenientdowntownsetting,representativessaid.

Appointmentswillbeavailable Monday,9a.m.tonoon;Wednesday,14p.m.;Friday,9a.m.tonoon.Ap-

TheHealthSuite,Beeberepresentativessaid,servesasanimportant healthcareaccesspointindowntown RehobothBeach,acommunitythatexperiencessignificantseasonalgrowth duringthesummermonths.

“Thelocationhaslongprovided health-relatedresourcesandsupport throughCAMPRehoboth,andthis partnershipensuresthoseserviceswill continuewhileexpandingopportunities forprevention,carenavigation,and

T heHealthSuiteisthefirstphase ofBeebeHealthcare’spartnership withCAMPRehoboth.Planning continuesforafutureexpandedclinicalandwellnessspaceat39Baltimore Avenue,whereadditionalhealthcare servicesandcommunitywellnessprogrammingarebeingexplored.Future offeringswillbeguidedbycommunity feedbackandevolvinghealthcare needsthroughoutSussexCounty,representativessaid.

FormoreinformationaboutBeebe Healthcare,visitbeebehealthcare.org.

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ST. MARTHA’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH

8:30AM Praise & Worship Service 9:00AM Kids’ Church PreK thru 8th Grade 10:30AM Traditional Worship Service Nursery is available for both services Pastor Missy Rekitzke 302-934-7969

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TrioBarclaytomakeDelawaredebutinCeltictoClassical

Thearea’sCeltictoClassicalfestivalwillmarkits11thseasonwith twodistinctprogramsinJulyand August,thefirstfeaturingthe Delawaredebutoftheensemble TrioBarclay.

Thetrio’smembers—cellist JonahKim,PacificSymphonyconcertmasterDennisKimandpianist SeanKennard—haveperformed individuallywithCeltictoClassical foundersSheridanSeyfriedandYaJhuYanginpreviousseasons.

Establishedin2021tocreatedynamicandexcitingmusicalexperiences,TrioBarclaywillperformon Monday,July27,atAvenueUnited MethodistChurch,20Church Street,Milford;onTuesday,July28, atEpworthUnitedMethodist Church,19285HollandGlade Road,RehobothBeach;andon Wednesday,July29,atSt.Martha’s

EpiscopalChurch,117Maplewood Street,BethanyBeach.

Allperformanceswillbeginat7 p.m.Inlieuofticketedadmission, CeltictoClassicalacceptsafreewilloffering,withasuggestedcontributionof$15.Seatingisona first-come,first-servedbasis.

Inadditiontotheeveningperformances,cellistJonahKimand pianistSeanKennardwilloffera brieffreerecitalatSt.Peter’sEpiscopalChurch,2002ndStreet, Lewes,atnoononTuesday,July28. Theprogramwillfeaturemusicby J.S.BachandnewmusicbySheridanSeyfried,concludingwithsome Celticfolkmusic.Seatingisona first-come,first-servedbasis,and limitedstreetparkingisavailable.

“Jonah,DennisandSeanarebecomingwell-knowntoCelticto Classicalaudiences,andarerecog-

nizedworldwidefortheirvirtuoso performances,”Seyfriedsaid.“We aredelightedtopresentthemtogethersothatDelawareaudiences canexperiencefirsthandthedynamicandexcitingmusic-making forwhichTrioBarclayiswellknown.”

Thisyear’sprogramjourneys frombaroquetobluegrass,witha helpingoforiginalmusicexpressly writtenforthetrio.

“Thehigh-octaneopening movementofBach’sHarpsichord ConcertoinDMinor—ina brand-newarrangementbySeyfried —showsofftheincredibledexterityoftheensemble’spianistSean Kennard,”organizerssaid.“Listenerswillhearagorgeousmeditative piecebyCeltictoClassicalcofounderandcomposerYa-Jhu Yang,whichwaspremieredbythe

ensembleinIrvine,Calif.,in2025.”

Kimwillofferaudiencesasolo performanceofajazz-inspired movementfromSeyfried’srecently completedcellosonata,whilethe triowillofferSeyfried’scontemplativerenditionof“AmazingGrace” fromtheirself-releasedalbumof hymns,“Trinity.”Listenerswill haveauniqueopportunitytohear theEastCoastpremiereofanew compositionbySeyfried—his fourthpianotrio.

“Byturnsexuberant,somber, heartfeltandexhilarating,thepiece —composedspecificallyforTrio Barclay—takeslistenersonamusicaljourneythatfeelsalmostcinematicattimes.Theprogramwill concludewitharollickingmedley ofbluegrasstunes.”

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TrioBarclay’slatestrecording, “BeyondThePacific”(OrchidClassics,2026),includesaperformance ofSeyfried’sfirstpianotrio.

Kimmadehissolodebutsatage 12withWolfgangSawallischand thePhiladelphiaOrchestra,and withMarvinHamlischandtheNationalSymphonyOrchestra,with theWashingtonPostlaudinghim as“thenextYo-YoMa.”

BorninSeoul,SouthKorea,he trainedattheJuilliardSchooland theCurtisInstituteofMusic,and hasperformedasasoloistwithorchestrasaroundtheworld.“The Strad”praisedKim’srecentrecordingoftheKodalySoloSonatafor “f lawlessdeliveryofitsHerculean

technicaldemands,”addingthat “thesenseofexhilarationinthis performancehasusontheedgeof ourseats.”Hehasmadenumerous appearancesonthePBSdocu-series “NowHearThis.”

HailedbytheWashingtonPost as“astrongluminouspianist”delivering“powerfulandinvolvedmusic making,”Kennardhasperformedas asoloistandwithchamberensemblesonfivecontinentsatvenuesincludingCarnegieHall,Lincoln Center,theKennedyCenter,the TokyoOperaandtheSeoulArts Center.

KennardtrainedattheCurtis InstituteofMusic,theJuilliard SchoolandYaleUniversity,andalso studiedwithpianistRichard Goode.Hejoinedthefacultyat StetsonUniversity’sSchoolof Musicin2017.

BorninKorea,raisedinCanada andeducatedintheUnitedStates, Kimhasspentmorethanadecade leadingorchestrasintheUnited Statesandabroad.Asguestconcertmaster,hehasperformedon fourcontinents,leadingtheAmericanBalletTheaterOrchestra,BBC Symphony,LondonPhilharmonic andtheRoyalStockholmPhilharmonic,amongothers.

InadditiontoteachingandservingasconcertmasterofthePacific Symphony,Kimperformsregularly instudioorchestrasinHollywood, workingwithprominentcomposers suchasJohnWilliamsandAlan Menken.Hecanbeheardin moviesincluding“StarWars: EpisodeIX—TheRiseofSkywalker”and“TheLegoMovie2,”as wellasonTVshowsincluding “Bridgerton”and“TheMandalorian.”

The2026CeltictoClassical FestivalwillcontinueonAug.17, 18and19,whenflutistPamPecko SmithandsopranoKristinRenee YoungwilljoinSeyfriedandYang forperformancesinMilford,RehobothandBethany.

Seyfried,whoseparentsElise andSteveSeyfriedfoundedtheRehobothSummerChildren’sTheatre, spentmanysummersatthebeach whilegrowingup.CeltictoClassical,organizerssaid,isinspiredby themusicaleclecticismofAndrea Clearfield’sPhiladelphia“Salon” concertsandmotivatedbyadesire tofindjoyindifferentmodesof musicalexpression.

Foradditionalinformationabout CeltictoClassical,visitwww.celtictoclassical.com.

BETHANY BEACH CHRISTIAN CHURCH

GeneralAssemblypassesautomaticDEFERenrollment

TheDelawareGeneralAssemblypassedlegislationon Tuesday,June30,thatwillautomaticallyenrollnewStateof Delawareemployeesin DelawareDEFER,aimingto closeapersistentgapinretirementsecurity.

HB423,sponsoredbystate Rep.WilliamBushinthe HouseandstateSen.TreyParadeeintheSenate,establishes automaticenrollmentfornew StateemployeesintheState’s 457(b)deferredcompensation plan—creatingwhatofficials called“aseamlesspathforthose employeestobuildtax-advantagedretirementsavings.”

The457(b),403(b)and 401(a)planscompriseDelaware DEFER,whichprovides Delawareanpublicservantswith low-costinvestmentoptions,financialplanningtoolsandlocal planrepresentativestohelp themachievetheirretirement goals.

“Bridgingtheretirementgap hasbeenatoppriorityformy office,andbetweenourimprovementstoDEFERandthe developmentofDelaware EARNS,we’veputthousandsof Delawareansinabetterposition todeveloplong-termfinancial security,”saidDelawareState TreasurerColleenDavis.“Automaticenrollmentmeansthat savingbecomesthedefault ratherthantheexception,and that’sthekindofcommonsensechangethatmakesa meaningfuldifferenceinpeople’slives.”

DelawareDEFERrecently experiencedarecord-setting monthofMay,whenanenrollmentpush,inconcertwiththe openenrollmentperiodforemployeebenefits,ledtoa45percentyear-over-yearincreasein newaccounts.Theprogramhas alsoseensignificantgrowthdue toHB130,passedbythe152nd GeneralAssemblyin2023, whichopened457(b)participationtocasual/seasonalStateemployees.Continuedgrowthis expectedfollowingtheimplementationofHB423,which passedwithbipartisansupport, includingunanimousapproval intheSenate.

“Toomanypeopleputoff savingforretirementbecauseit takesanextrasteptheyneverget aroundto,”saidParadee.“Automaticenrollmentisoneofthe mosteffectivetoolswehavefor increasingparticipationinour savingsplans,andI’mproudthat webuiltstrongbipartisansup-

porttogetthisacrossthefinish lineforourstateemployees.” DEFERisoverseenbythe StateofDelaware’sPlansManagementBoard,whichwillset thedefaultcontributionratefor automaticallyenrolledemployees.Thatratecanbechangedon anindividualbasisbytheemployees,whowillbeginmaking contributionswithin90daysof beginningtheiremployment

withthestate.Newemployees canoptoutoftheplanwithin 120daysofhiringandhaveany contributionsrefunded.

Thebillwilltakeeffectafter itissignedbythegovernor,and

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FRIDAY

The Lord of the Rings:

The Two Towers (19) TNT 9 p.m.

Frodo’s (Elijah Wood) quest to destroy the One Ring continues in this 2002 sequel. While he and Sam (Sean Astin) discover they’re being followed by the mysterious Gollum (Andy Serkis), Aragorn (Viggo Mortensen) rides towards the besieged Rohan kingdom.

Roast My Rental (41) HGTV 10 p.m.

Comedian Leslie Jones rolls up her sleeves to rescue struggling short-term rentals, delivering sharp-tongued makeovers that turn cringeworthy listings into can’t-miss getaways. Her no-holds-barred rescue series premieres with laughs and renovation.

SATURDAY

Track and Field (11) WBAL 2 p.m.

The U.S.’s premier outdoor track meet opens at Icahn Stadium in New York, where sprinters, jumpers and throwers chase national titles and the qualifying marks that fuel global ambitions. Day 1 sets the tone for a fierce week of championship competition.

2026 WNBA All-Star Game (7) WMDT 8:30 p.m.

Team Cooper and Team Weatherspoon head to the United Center in Chicago for this all-star showdown. WNBA legends Cynthia Cooper and Teresa Weatherspoon draft their teams from a 22-player pool headlined by guards Caitlin Clark and Paige Bueckers.

SUNDAY

2026 Tour de France (11) WBAL 2 p.m.

This final stage of the Tour begins in Thoiry, France, a small commune west of Paris, and ends 133 kilometres later on the iconic Champs-Élysées. With the Arc de Triomphe nearly in sight, the racers still have an uphill battle ahead of them.

The Walking Dead: Dead City (60) AMC 9 p.m.

Ahh, the Big Apple. Cut off from the mainland, the ruined sprawl of Manhattan still teems with the dead. Maggie (Lauren Cohan) and Negan (Jeffrey Dean Morgan) return to its shattered streets as their uneasy alliance is tested in this Season 3 opener.

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MONDAY

Major League (60) AMC 11 a.m.

When Rachel Phelps (Margaret Whitton) inherits the Cleveland Indians from her deceased husband, she intentionally puts together a horrible team with hopes of moving the team to Miami. When the players discover the plan, they start winning to spite her.

Dancing With the Stars: The Next Pro (7) WMDT 8 p.m.

Hosted by Robert Irwin, this new series sees 12 exceptional dancers living together as they take part in the grueling process of auditioning for a coveted spot as a pro for Season 35 of “DWTS.” This time, the dancers do group work with Britt Stewart.

Late Night Law (23) A&E 10 p.m.

The night shift never stays quiet. Louisiana officers lend a hand to a man in need, an Alaska pursuit ends with a suspect cornered on a rooftop and an Illinois couple leaves police scratching their heads over a baffling dispute about the garbage.

TUESDAY

Love It or List It (41) HGTV 8 p.m.

When their century old home starts showing its age, a couple debates whether or not it’s time to move on to something newer and more spacious. While she doubts they can work with the current floorplan, he’s ready to tackle a massive renovation.

Once Upon a Time in Space (12) WCPB 9 p.m.

This docuseries explores humanity’s fascination with outer space from the Cold War space races to modern lunar missions across the globe. This time, astronauts, scientists and visionaries share their insights on the International Space Station.

Beat Shazam (5) FOX (69) WTXF 9 p.m.

Two-player teams race the clock to name some of the biggest hit songs ever recorded, banking cash with every correct call. The top squad then squares off against Shazam itself for a shot at $1 million in this season premiere. Jamie Foxx hosts.

WEDNESDAY

Who Wants to Be a Millionaire (7) WMDT 8 p.m.

During this all-new season of the venerable game show, host Jimmy Kimmel welcomes celebrity contestants and a hot seat guest of their choosing to answer increasingly difficult questions in hopes of winning big for a charity of their choice.

The Other Woman (21) FX 9:30 p.m.

Lawyer Carly Whitten (Cameron Diaz) falls hard for charming Mark King (Nikolaj Coster-Waldau), then discovers he’s married to devoted Kate (Leslie Mann). When a third fling (Kate Upton) surfaces, the wronged women unite to make the cad pay dearly.

Swamp Patrol (23) A&E 10 p.m.

With an armed fugitive on the loose, a manhunt breaks out in gator-infested swampland. Elsewhere, brave officers tackle a gator who’s strayed into suburbia. And, a Louisiana car thief risks his life by jumping 30 feet down into a treacherous lake.

THURSDAY

Jaws the Revenge (60) AMC 9 a.m.

Shark attacks have shadowed Ellen (Lorraine Gary) for years. The nightmare deepens when a great white claims her son Sean (Mitchell Anderson). Seeking peace in the Bahamas with son Michael (Lance Guest), Ellen finds the predator has somehow followed her.

Big Brother (6) WBOC 8 p.m.

A live eviction scrambles houseguests during this next episode. Following an interview with the evicted, the remaining players are left to compete for power as the next Head of Household. Even those at the top of the popularity pyramid might fall.

Accused: Guilty or Innocent? (23) A&E 9 p.m.

Step inside the wrenching moment a person is charged with a crime and marched toward trial, told through the eyes of the accused, their attorneys and the loved ones bracing right alongside them. The unflinching docuseries returns for a new season.

RehobothBeachlibrary renovationmoves towardcompletion

ConstructionontheRehoboth BeachPublicLibrary’sdowntownrenovationcontinuestomakeprogress,with thetwo-storyportionoftheprojectremainingontrackforcompletionin earlyOctober,libraryrepresentatives saidthisweek.

Oncethefirstphaseoftheworkis complete,libraryofficialshopetoimmediatelybeginworkontheone-story portionoftherenovation,inearlyNovember,andtheyareworkingtoraise the remaining$850,000neededto moveforward.

“Wearethrilledthatwecanseethe finishline,”saidLibraryBoardPresidentKayWheatley.Thetotalrenovationisexpectedtocostbetween$9.3 millionand$9.6million,withremainingcontributionsmatchedthrough Delaware’sBondBillprogramanda generousprivatedonor.”

Likemanyconstructionprojects,officialssaid,therenovationhasexperiencedincreasedcostsduetorepairs neededforstructuralsteelaffectedby decadesofsaltairexposure.

Todate,thelibraryhasraisedmore than$8million,thankstothesupport ofthefederalAmericanRescuePlan Act(ARPA),theStateofDelaware, LongwoodFoundation,WelfareFoundationandmanycommunitydonors.

TheCapitalCampaignCommittee isplanningcommunityfundraising eventsduringthesummerandfall,and pursuinggrantstoobtainthefinalportionofthefundsnecessaryfortherenovation.Thecampaignwillalsoraise contributionsforthedevelopmentofa secondbranchofthelibraryonWarringtonRoad,westofRoute1.

“Wehavebeenpleasedwiththe overwhelmingresponseofourcommunity,”saidWheatley.“Obviously,thelibraryisavaluedandbelovedassetin RehobothBeach.”

Therearemanywaystosupportthe capitalcampaign,includingnamingopportunities,the“GrandforaGrand” givinginitiativewheredonorscandonateinhonorofagrandchildwhowill berecognizedonthedonorboard,and throughadonationofanyamount.All donorswillberecognizedinapermanentdisplayinthelibrary.

Formoreinformationaboutthecapitalcampaign,tomakeadonation,orto learnmoreaboutthemanywaystogive, visitreholibrarycapitalcampaign.com.

VenturingCrewadventuresacrossIndianRiverBay

ByLauraWalter StaffReporter

ManypeoplelovecampinginDelaware —butfewwillpaddleacanoeofsupplies andthenhikeamileortwotoreachtheir campsite.

Yetagroupofteenageboysplannedthis adventuretocrosstheIndianRiverBay, camptwonightsatIndianRiverInlet’s southside,andpaddlehomeagaininthe Julyheat.

ThisisVenturingCrewUnit2007out ofDagsboro,andhighadventureistheir specialty.

“Alotoftheyouthhaveneverdonean expeditionbycanoe,”saidcrewadvisorLãf Erickson(Lãfrhymeswith“safe”).“The moreadventureiswhatIencourage:and themoreroughingit,thebetter.”

Localshavemanyhabitatstoexploreon theDelmarvaPeninsula.Thiscrewbackyard-campedlastMondaynightbeforeofficiallylaunchingTuesdayfromtheSandy LandingareaoutsideofDagsboro.They crossedtheIndianRiverBay,landedfor lunchatBurtonIslandnearthemarina, andthenhikedacrossthepedestrianpath ontheiconicinletbridge.

Thiswasn’tinslouchysummerweather either,withbothheatadvisoryandwildfire smokeintheforecast.Wednesdayafternoonfoundtheteensattemptingtocatch enoughrockfishfordinner—althoughthe

fishseemedtohaveotherideasandavoided alltheVenturinglures.Fewtreesexiston

thatsideofDelawareSeashoreStatePark. ButtheiconicIndianRiverInletbridge providedshadeandentertainment.

“Doyouseethedolphins?”askedone adventurer,pointingtoapodofatleastfive dolphinsswimmingtowardaseagull swarmandpossiblefishingsite.

Theyouthsreallyleadtheprogram: theyproposetrips,andtheydomuchofthe travelplanning,withsomeadultguidance.

“I’mnotreallyincharge—theyouth areinchargeofthesetypesofprograms,” Ericksonconfirmed.“Nowthatthey’re olderandhaveamindoftheirown.… [You]tellachildbutaskanadult.”

“Ididthebehind-the-sceneshomework,checkingthechartsandstuff.…We lookedattidesandweatherandeverything elsewe’dneedforthisadventure,”saidstudentChaseMutz,theyouthcrewleaderon thisevent.

Scoutingisallaboutthekids,butErick-

sonsaidtheadultsgetalotoutofit,too. They’rehelpingtosupportthemission,and chaperonesgettoexperiencetheadventure aswell.

Thegoalistomakethesetripsasauthenticaspossible(packingtheirown water,clothesandsuppliesforthreedays), buttherewasalsoplentyofbackupfor thisyouthtrip(adultspre-checkedthe paddleroute,helpeddrivethecanoesover thebridge,andprovideddinnermaterials whenthecampsiteslackedbuilt-infire rings).

Findingatidechartinthecampstore, Mutzbegancalculatingthebesttimeto sailawayonThursday.

“Soifweleaveinthemorning,when theoceancomesin,it’llbringwaterthat’ll pushusinland”andbacktowardtheir Dagsboro-ishcommunitylaunchsite. Theyalsoenvisionedabriefdetourto touchtheRehobothBayandthusofficiallytravelintwooutofDelaware’sthree inlandbays.

Ultimately,theystillhitsomeexhaustingwindandtidesontheir8-milejourney homeonThursday,butthetripwasaccomplished,andnoonecantakethat awayfromthem.

“Ican’tnameanothergroupofkids thathavedoneanythinglikethis,sothey havebraggingrights,”saidMutz.“Everyonewillgetsomethingoutofscouting,no matterwhatitis.”

Theywerelearningthewholetime: howtotieafishingline,paddlingskills, watersafety,thenecessityofsunscreen,the importanceofadequateclothingandmess kits.Noteveryonecouldstaytheentire time,butabout11participantscameand wentduringtheoveralltrip.

TheynicknamedtheJulyprogram DelawareSeaBase.It’strainingfortheir upcomingFloridaSeaBasetrip,whichoffersvariousscuba,sailingandprimitive campingexcursions.

“It’sprettyfun.…Itprovidesunique opportunities,”saidMarkCappo.

“Ithinkit’scooltotrynewstuff,” agreedGunnarErickson,whohasdone theLouisianaSeaBase,includinga68milepaddleinalligatorhabitat.

Beyondtheobvioussurvivalskillsand physicalendurance,planningtripslikethis canteachlifeskills:organization,eventplanning,communication—aswellasresilienceandflexibilityifthingsgowrong.

VenturingCrewisabranchofScoutingAmerica,somanyoftheDagsboroareaboysaredual-registeredinascout troopandadventurecrew(whichofficially launchedveryrecently).Betweenthetwo groups,variousboyshavecampedatTrap PondStatePark,skiedintheCatskill Mountains,summercampedinVirginia, whitewaterraftedinHarpersFerry,W.Va., andsleptontheU.S.S.YorktowninSouth Carolina.

VenturingCrewhasrootsintheformerBoyScouts1935specialexploring programs.ThefourVenturinggoalsare: adventure,leadership,personalgrowthand service.

“Eachactivityprovidesanopportunity toshineandlearnmoreaboutyourselfand theworldaroundyou.Venturingisyouthledandyouth-inspired.You’llacquirelife skillsandgainexperiencesthatwillprove tobevaluableregardlessofwhereyourfuturetakesyou,allwhilehavingablast,”accordingtotheorganizationwebsite. Sincethey’rearelativelynewgroup,the Dagsborocrewisfocusingonevents,but theycouldgetintoranksorawardslater. Inthefuture,theyhavevisionsofmore whitewaterrafting,rockclimbing,fishing, horsebackridingandKentuckycamping. OtherVenturingCrewsexistinthere-

gion,includingintheMillsboroarea.Participantsmustbe14(or13andhavecompletedeighthgrade)to20.

ScoutingAmericaisco-ed,although theDagsborocrewisallmale.Learnmore aboutjoiningatwww.scouting.org/programs/venturing.

Obituaries

William‘Bill’Hitchens

William“Bill” Hitchensof Dagsboro,Del., passedaway peacefullyathis homeonJuly12, 2026.The youngestchildof JohnandMinni (Hudson)Hitchens,hewasthebaby ofalargefamilywithsevensisters andthreebrothers.

Hitchenswasanavidfarmerwho lovedgrowingsugarcornandtomatoes,sharingmuchofhisharvest withthecommunity.Hewasalsoa dedicatedsportsmanwhospent manySundayafternoonsshooting claypigeons.Hisyearsasaheavyequipmentoperatorwereamonghis proudest,especiallyhisworkgrading theDoverDownsRacewayduringits construction.

Heenjoyedlifeoutdoorsand couldoftenbefoundonatractor, fourwheeler,uniloader,grasscutter, orsimplyridingaroundinhistruck —usuallyneedingtobecoaxedoff whichevermachinehewason.

Hitchensalsolovedhuntingand madeseveralmemorabletripstoNebraskatohuntpheasantswithfamily. Onespecialadventuretookhimand hiswifecampinginMainewiththeir daughterandsoninlaw.Heenjoyed

fishing,crabbingandclamming,and lovedtellinghisfamous“Herefishy, fishy,fishy”story—amazedthatthe phraseactuallyworkedoncehe startedsayingithimself.

Mostmornings,hecouldbefound attheMillsboroMcDonald’s,surroundedbyfriends,sharingconversationsandlivelydebatesaboutcurrent events.

Hitchenswasprecededindeath byhisbelovedwife,Della(McCabe) Hitchens;twochildren,Billie (Hitchens)LawsonandMark Hitchens;andhisson-in-law Richard“Smoke”Jones.HeissurvivedbyhisdaughtersDonna (Hitchens)JonesandBonnie (Hitchens)Hummer(andJ.L.); sevengrandchildren;11greatgrandchildren;andthreesistersinlaw, PatsyMoore,MargaretSchafferand PatienceMcCabe.

Afuneralservicewillbeheldat noononSaturday,July25,2026,at theFrankfordChapelofMelsonFuneralServices,43ThatcherStreet, Frankford,Del.,wherefriendsand familymaygatherbeginningat11 a.m.IntermentwillfollowatMillsboroCemeteryinMillsboro,Del. Thefamilyrequestedthat,inlieuof flowers,donationsinHitchens’name bemadeto:HickoryHillChurch, 32433MollyFieldRoad,Dagsboro, DE19939,ortoDagsboroVolunteer FireCompany–AmbulanceService, P.O Box128,Dagsboro,DE19939.

CoastalPointphotos•BridgetteFilano FenwickIslandhosteditsannualTown BonfireonSunday,July19,afteraonedaydelayduetoweather.Thebonfireis afundraiserfortheFenwickIsland BeachPatrol.

Meyersignsfreshwaterwetlandsprotectionact

Gov.MattMeyerthisweeksigned SenateBill9,establishingDelaware’s firstcomprehensivestateprogramto protectfreshwaterwetlandswhilecreatingaclearerandmorepredictable permittingprocessforlandowners, farmersandbusinesses.

Thebipartisanlegislation,stateofficialssaid,fillsregulatorygapscreatedbytheU.S.SupremeCourt’s 2023decisioninSackettv.EnvironmentalProtectionAgency,whichnarrowedthescopeoffederalwetlands protections.SenateBill9alsoestablishesastatewideframeworkforregulatingnontidalwetlands,createsa DelawareWetlandScreeningToolto providegreatercertaintyforproperty ownersanddevelopers,andestablishes aWetlandsRegulatoryAdvisory Committeetoguideimplementation.

“WhenWashingtonsteppedback fromprotectingfreshwaterwetlands, Delawaresteppedup,”saidMeyer. “Thislawprotectsoneofourstate’s naturaltreasureswhilegivingfarmers, builders,andbusinessesthecertainty theyneedtoinvestwithconfidence— proofthatwecanprotectourwetlands andkeepDelaware’seconomymoving forward.”

“Wetlandsabsorbfloodwatersduringheavystorms,reduceerosion,preventinfrastructuredamage,provide habitatforplantsandwildlife,filter drinkingandsurfacewater,andtrap carbonthatcontributestoclimate change.Wetlandssolvemanyproblemsourstateandcommunitiesworry about,soDelawareneedstoprotect thewetlandswehaveleft,”said DNRECSecretaryGregPatterson.

“Thatrecognitiondrovearemarkablydiverseanddedicatedgroupof stakeholderstoworkthroughthedetailsofcreatingafreshwaterwetlands protectionprogram,ataskthathad derailedmultiplepriorattempts throughmultipledecades.And DNRECwillimplementitusingefficientpermittingpracticesthatwe havelearnedandthathadsignificant inputfromthebuilding,farmingand environmentalcommunitiesthatwill usethem.”

“Todayisahistoricdayfor Delawareandour300,000acresof tidalandnontidalwetlands,”saidstate Sen.StephanieHansen,primesponsor ofSB9.“After38yearsofattempts, wehavecreatedtheState’sfirstcombinedwetlandsregulatoryprogram thatwillstrengthenprotectionsfor thesevitalresourcesforgenerationsto come.

“Thiswastrulyanall-hands-ondeckeffortthatbroughteverystakeholdertothetablearoundashared commitmenttoprotectDelaware’s wetlands.Asfederalprotectionshave waned,thiswasanurgentpriority,as

wetlandsplayacrucialroleinmitigatingthenegativeimpactsofclimate change.ThankyoutoGov.Meyerfor signingSB9intolaw,andforthe countlessstakeholderswhomade todaypossible.”

“WetlandsareoneofDelaware’s mostvaluablenaturalresources.They helpkeepourwaterclean,protectour communitiesfromflooding,andsupportdiverseecosystemsthatareimportanttobothourenvironmentand economy,”saidstateRep.DebraHeffernan,HouseprimesponsorofSB9.

“Creatingastrongstate-levelprogram toprotecttidalandnontidalwetlands willhelppreservethesespacesforfuturegenerations.IappreciateSen. Hansen’scontinuedworkonthisissue andherleadershipingettingthislegislationtothefinishline.”

SenateBill9,officialssaid,wasdevelopedinacollaborativeapproach thatreflectedabroadcoalitionincludingtheDelawareFarmBureau, DelawareHomeBuildersAssociation, DelawareAssociationofRealtors, SierraClub,DucksUnlimited, DelawareNatureSociety,theNature Conservancyandotherorganizations. Thebillcreatesacomprehensive statenontidalwetlandsprogramthat protectsapproximately75,000acresof freshwaterwetlandsthatnolongerreceivefederalprotectiondueto SupremeCourtaction.Wetlandshelp improvewaterquality,reduceflooding,providewildlifehabitatand strengthenDelaware’sresilienceto climatechange.Thelegislationdirects DNRECtoestablishregulationsthat protectexceptionalwetlands,reduce regulatoryduplicationandensureno netlossofwetlandacreageorfunction.

Thebillincludesexemptionsfor certainagriculturalactivities,conservationpractices,hunting,fishing, mosquitocontrolandotherspecified activities,whileestablishinga DelawareWetlandScreeningToolto helpdeterminewhetheraproperty containsregulatedwetlands.Italsoestablishespermittingtimelinesintendedtoprovidegreater predictabilityandregulatoryefficiency forlandownersanddevelopers.

MeyersignedthelegislationalongsidePatterson,HansenandHeffernan,andrepresentativesfromthe agricultural,businessandenvironmentalcommunities.

DSBlaunchesOfficeofSmallBusinessAccess

TheDelawareDivisionofSmall Business(DSB)thisweeklaunchedthe newOfficeofSmallBusinessAccess (OSBA),creatingasinglepointofcontacttohelpentrepreneursnavigatestate governmentandconnectwiththeresourcestheyneedtostart,growand succeed.WiththelaunchofOSBA, businessownerscannowreportregulatory,licensingandpermittingchallenges,aswellasrequestassistanceat business.delaware.gov/osba.

EstablishedbyGov.MattMeyer throughExecutiveOrder21,OSBAisa centralhubforidentifyingresources, advocatingforsmallbusinesses,and strengtheningconnectionstoprograms andpartnersthatsupportsmallbusiness growth.Byremovingregulatorybarriers, promotingequitableaccessandfosteringcollaboration,OSBAsupportsan

environmentwhereinnovationandeconomicvitalitycanthrive,officialssaid.

“EntrepreneursinDelawareare lookingforsimplifiedprocessesandeasieraccesspointstostartandgrowa business,”saidMeyer.“TheOfficeof SmallBusinessAccessbringsstate agenciestogethertoidentifybarriers, designsolutions,andstreamline processes—sosmallbusinessescan thrive.”

“AsaformerDSBbusinessmanager, Iheardtimeandagainfromentrepreneursthatnavigatingstategovernment couldbeconfusingandtime-consuming,saidOSBADirectorAnastasia Jackson.”TheOfficeofSmallBusiness Accessgivesbusinessownerssomeone to callforhelp,whileourupcominglisteningtourensurestheirexperiences continuetoshapeimprovementsacross

stategovernment.”

UnderEO21,OSBAhasalready takenactionto:

•Launchastatewidelisteningtour —StartingonJuly22,DSBwassetto hostninesessionsacrossDelaware’s threecountiestoprovidesmallbusiness ownersandstakeholderstheopportunitytosharefeedbackonregulations,licensingandpermitting,procurement, workforcedevelopment,resourcesand governmentservices.Thatinputwill helpidentifytrends,driveregulatoryreform,andshapefutureprogramsand policy.Registerat business.delaware.gov/osba.

•Createacentralizedfeedback mechanism—Businessownersencounteringregulatory,licensing,orpermittingchallengescansubmitanonline IntakeFormthroughOSBA’scentral-

izedreferralandcasemanagementsystem.Submissionsaretrackedandcoordinatedwiththeappropriateagenciesto help resolveissuesmoreefficiently.

•Organizeasmallbusinessliaison network—Thenetworkwillbemade upofrepresentativesfromDelaware’s fiscal,permittingandregulatoryagencies.Thenetworkwillrespondtosmall businessfeedbackandmovequicklyto resolveconcernsandremoveunnecessarybarriersforsmallbusinesses.Since May,JacksonhasworkedwiththeGovernor’sOfficetoidentifyaliaison withineachparticipatingagencyandestablish recurringmeetingstoimprove cross-agencycollaboration.

•Publishindustry-specificroadmaps —OSBAhaspublishedindustry-specificbusinessroadmapsandchecklists thatoutlinecommonlicensing,permitting,registrationandregulatoryrequirements.Theseresourcesmakeiteasier forentrepreneurstounderstandstaterequirementsandstartorgrowabusiness inDelaware.

Together,theinitiativesrepresentthe firstphaseofimplementingExecutive Order21andadvancingMeyer’scommitmenttomakingstategovernment easierforsmallbusinessestonavigate. ExecutiveOrder21alsodirectsstate agenciestomodernizeDelaware’scottagefoodandlow-riskfoodbusiness framework,developajointinspection pilotforsmallbusinesses,implement 15-daypaymentofqualifyingsmall businessinvoices,andworkwiththe DelawareProsperityPartnershiptocreateacentralizedclearinghouseforcapital, businessassistanceprogramsand OpportunityZoneresources.

Millsborostudent awardedscholarship

PrincessaLopezDiazofMillsboro hasbeenawardedthePresidential ScholarshipatNewYorkInstituteof Technology.Itistheuniversity’shighest scholarshipawardedtoincomingfirstyearstudents.

NewYorkInstituteofTechnology’s sixschoolsandcollegesofferundergraduate,graduate,doctoralandother professionaldegreeprogramsindisciplinesincludingcomputerscience,data scienceandcybersecurity;biology, health professionsandmedicine;architectureanddesign;engineering;ITand digitaltechnologies;management;and energyandsustainability.Anonprofit, independent,privateandnonsectarian instituteofhighereducationfoundedin 1955,itwelcomesnearly8,000students worldwide.

TheuniversityhascampusesinNew YorkCityandLongIsland,N.Y.; Jonesboro,Ark.;andVancouver,B.C., Canada;aswellasprogramsaroundthe world.Formoreinformation,visit nyit.edu.

ByMikeStern StaffReporter

Thesmilewouldnotgoaway.

Neitherwouldthejoyousbeatingofhis heart.

Notafterhe’dworkedsohardtoreach themedalpodium.

IndianRiverHighSchoolalumPatrick CallowofOceanViewcapturedthebronze medalandtwofifth-placefinishesagainst athletesfromaroundthenationatthe USASpecialOlympicsGamesthatwere televisedonESPN2onJune22-26in Minneapolis,Minn.

The2019IndianRivergraduatebattled toearnabronzemedalforhisthird-place finishinthe100-yardindividualmedley. Healsoswamtoughtoplacefifthinboth the50-yardfreestyleand100-yardbackstroke.

“IfeelveryproudofmyselfbecauseI accomplishedmyswimminggoalsinmy events,”saidthe26-yearoldCallow.“Itfelt greattohavethesupportofmyfamily, friends,coachesandteammates.My mother,Michelle,grandparentsKathleen andHarryJames,andfourofmycousins traveledtoMinnesotatowatchmecompete.

“Ilovedparticipatinginthisexperience,” headded.“Imadenewfriendsfromacross theUnitedStatesandhadalotoffuntradingtournamentpinswithotherathletes from40otherstates.”

Gladlyenduring exhaustingworkouts

Callowgladlyendureshischallenging warmups,whichincludetautstretchingexercisesandhisequallytaxingpracticeswim lapsattheSeaColonyFreemanFitness Centerindoorswimmingpoolnears BethanyBeach.

“Iswimthreetimesaweek,depending onhowIfeel,”hesaid.“Ialsododry-land andstrengthtrainingattheSeaColony gym.AndItrainwithmyTeamDelaware coaches,ChrisandBrennainDover,Del.”

“Patrickisadevotedathletewithareally strongworkethic,”saidSeaColonyBeach PatrolLt.CindyFajardo.“I’veseenhim workingoutatthepoolmorning,noonand night.Totopitoff,he’sjustsuchakind person.Hissmileiscontagious!”

ManyofCallow’sgrinsareinappreciationforthedirectionhe’sreceivedfrom manylocalcoaches.Hishighschoolswim coach,ColinCrandell,gotCallowinvolved inswimming.

CoastalPoint•Submitted IndianRiverHighSchoolalumPatrickCallowofOceanViewcapturedabronze medal andtwofifth-placefinishesattheUSASpecialOlympicsGamesJune22-26.

“Hestillsupportsmetoday,”saidCallow.“Whatreallygotmeintoswimming was[Olympicmedal-winningswimmer] MichaelPhelps.Hisexampletaughtmeto nevergiveuponmydreamsandgoals.”

“Patrickisabeautifulperson,”said Crandell.“Hisinfectioussmileandloving waysmakeeverythingaroundhimmuch better.WhenIcoachedhiminhighschool, itwasagreatexperience.Ididnothaveto coachhisdesireorgrit.Healreadyhad that.AllIhadtodowasprovideaplan.

“Tothisday,hee-mailsmealmostdaily andalwaysmakesmesmile,”addedCrandell.“I’msohappyforhowhestaysin touch.Ilovehim.I’msoproudofhimand hisaccomplishments.Healwaysputsinthe effortallbyhimself.Itspeakstohischaracter.”

CallowalsocitedCathyGallagher—

hisswimcoachwiththeSeaColony SharksandhismentorfortheSpecial OlympicsDelawareSussexRipTideswim team—forbeinganimportantswiminstructor.

“Shetaughtmeaboutgoodsportsmanshipandbeingaleader,”saidCallow,who hasalsoparticipatedinapilotaquatics clinicrunbytheMichaelPhelpsFoundation.“AndcoachStaceyBattles-Poppiti,a TeamDelawarecoach,trainedmeforthe USASpecialOlympicsgamesandtaught meadvancedswimmingtechniquesusedby theMichaelPhelpsFoundation.She helpedmewithmyswimmingtechnique whenIfirststartedswimming.”

Callowmentionedanumberofother coacheswhohavehelpedhiminhisjourneytoswimmingexcellence.

“JannaSchneiderwasmyheadcoach

fortheSeaColonySharkssummerswim teamandnowcoachesfortheSpecial OlympicsDelawareSussexRipTideswim team,”saidCallow.“AndBobbyFreywas mymastersswimmingcoachatSeaColony whoseencouragementgavemetheconfidencetoattackthatfirstlegofmy100yardindividualmedleyeventwithspeed.

“DonnaSmithwasandstillisacoach fortheIndianRiverHighSchoolswim team,”Callowadded.“Shehelpedmeimprovemybreaststroketechniqueandgliding.ShealsomadesureIdiditlegally,soI wouldn’tgetdisqualified.”

Smithproudlyadmittedthatsheand Callow’scoachescelebratedhisSpecial Olympicsachievements.

“Patrickisappreciatedinourlocalswim community,”shesaid.“Ioftenseehimat theSeaColonypoolwithhiswrittenpracticesetsfortheday.Weusuallydiscusshow he’sswimmingthatday,andhe’salways willingtotellmethecurrenttimeshe’sable tohitforthebutterflyandfreestyleevents!”

Swimmingsuccess tookrootatIRHS

Callow’sswimmingsuccesstookrootat IndianRiverHighSchool.

“Myartteacher,SteveO’Boyle,taught mesomuchaboutart,andIstillenjoy drawing,”saidCallow.“Healsogotmeinvolvedwithrunningcross-country.Andmy athleticdirector,ToddFuhrmann,gotme involvedwithSpecialOlympicsDelaware, withwhomIrantrack-and-fieldinhigh school.”

Callowspenthisfirst14yearsinAnne ArundelCountyinMaryland,beforehis familymovedtocoastalDelaware.In2015, heenrolledatIRHS,wherehemetCrandellandFuhrmann.

“IrecallthatwhenIcoachedhimonthe IRHSswimteam,hewasajoytowatch swim,”saidSmith.“Andhealwaysswam hardinpractice.”

“Patrickworkedhard,learningthe strokes,flipturns,divingfromtheblocks andalltherules,”saidhismother,Michelle Callow.“Afterhegraduatedin2019,he missedthesportsheenjoyedsomuchwhile inschool.”

In2020,Callowbecameinvolvedwith SussexRiptideoftheSpecialOlympics, wherehefoundaplacehecouldbehimself. Althoughswimmingishisfirstlove,healso participatesinbocceandgolf.

Whenheisnotbusywithsports,Cal-

Hughes,KlahrfinishninthatUSABeachVolleyballnationalchampionship

ByMikeStern StaffReporter

Thelocalbeachvolleyballduoof Kathryn“Katie”HughesofDagsboro andAddison“Addie”KlahrofMillsboro finishedwithfourvictoriesattheUSA beachvolleyballnationalchampionship tournamentinVirginiaBeach,Va.,on July13-15.

HughesandKlahrcapturedoneof theirthreematchesonthefinaldayof competitiononJuly15tofinishthe31teamtourneyninthoverall.Thetwosomeplayedbest-of-three15-point beachvolleyballmatchesagainstcompetitionfromaroundthecountry.

Hughes,12,isanincomingseventhgraderatSelbyvilleMiddleSchool,and Klahr,11,isanincomingseventhgraderatSussexAcademy.Theycompeteasabeachdoublesteamforthe SandsharksDeweyBeachVolleyball Club.Theyhavespentthepastthree summerstrainingintheclub’sYoung GunsprogramonHoustonStreet.

“Asamom,watchingKatieand Addycompeteonthenationalstagewas somethingI’llneverforget,”saidAmy Hughes,KatieHughes’mother.“We wereinaweoftheentireset-up,levelof play,andexperiencetheotherteams had.Finishingninthinthenationout of31teamsattheirfirstnationalsisan incredibleaccomplishment,butpeople

onlyseethefinalranking—theydon’t alwaysseetheearlymornings,long drives,countlesspractices,sacrificesand unwaveringcommitmentittooktoget there.”

AccordingtoMrs.Hughes,what madehertheproudestwasn’tjustwhere theduofinishedbuthowtheygotthere.

“ Theybothrepresentedourlittle cornerofDelawarewithsomuchheart, gritanddetermination,”shesaid.“They havegrownupdoingyearsofgymnastics,travelsoccerand,now,volleyballtogether.Havingtheseexperiencesis amazing—especiallygettingtodoit withyourbestfriend.

“Seeingtheyearsofhardworkpay offwasincrediblyrewarding,”added Mrs.Hughes.“Asaparent,youhope yourchildfindssomethingtheytruly love,workshardforit,andlearnsto competewithbothconfidenceandhumility.Andtodothiswithyourbest friendbyyourside,throughthewins, losses,goodtimes,hardtimesandinjurieshasbeenthebestpart.Itrulybelievethisisonlythebeginningofwhat thesegirlscanaccomplish.Together, theyareunstoppable.”

CoastalPoint•Submitted LocalbeachvolleyballduoAddyKlahr (left)andKatieHughesfinishedninth out of31teamsattheUSAbeachvolleyballnationalchampionshiptournament.

DelawarestatetournamentscrownLittleLeaguechampionsinseveraldivisions

ByJasonFeather StaffReporter

Theall-starseasonisslowlywinding downformanyintheFirstState,andthere havebeenseveralteamscrownedstate championsintheirrespectivedivisions. Here’salookatthedivisions,andwhere thecompetitionstoodasofCoastalPoint’s presstimemid-week.

SeniorLeagueSoftball

TheteamfromMiddletown-OdessaTownsend(MOT)wontwogamesinthe SeniorLeagueSoftballstatetournament, takingoutWesternSussexinthefinal,bya scoreof6-4.MOTalsodefeatedWestern Sussexinthesecondround,inaslugfest, 19-14.Thethirdteaminthebracketwas NewCastle,andtheylostbothoftheir gamestoWesternSussex,byscoresof14-4

and11-1.

MOTwillnowheadtoWorcester, Mass.,toplayintheSeniorLeagueSoftballEastRegiontournamentforachance tocomebacktoDelawaretoplayinthe SeniorLeagueWorldSeriesinRoxanaon Aug.3-9.TheyareslottedinPoolB,with thelikesofMaryland(CarolineCounty), NewJersey(MiddleTownship),NewYork (Islip)andPennsylvania(Lakeland).PoolA includesthestatechampionsfromConnecticut(Lyme-OldLyme),Massachusetts andRhodeIsland(CranstonWestern),as wellasthetournament’shostteamfrom District4inWorcester,Mass.

PlaywassettobeginintheEastRegion onThursday,July23,at11a.m.,when MOTwassettotakeonthePennsylvania statechampsfromLakeland,whodefeated JimThorpe,11-1,forthetitle.

JuniorLeagueSoftball

Camden-Wyomingarethe2026 DelawarestatechampionsintheJunior LeagueSoftballdivision.Theteamwent30toclaimthetitleandscoredexactly11 runsineachgamealongtheway.Theytook downCanal,11-0,intheopener,thenfollowedthatupwithan11-6winoverthe SussexAll-Stars.AfterSussexblanked Canal,10-0,intheplaybackgame,Camden-Wyomingfinishedoffthetournament withan11-1wininthefinale.

ThewinadvancesCamden-Wyoming totheEastRegiontournamentinWilkesBarre,Pa.,withactionsettobeginon Thursday,July23,andrunthroughJuly28. JoiningCamden-Wyomingwillbeother statechampionsincludingConnecticut (Bristol),Maine(Westbrook),Massachusetts(Worcester),Maryland(NorthEast),

NewYork(RockvilleCentre),NewJersey (Ridgewood)andPennsylvania(Johnstown).Thehostteamforthetournament isacombinationofWyoming,Wyoming WestandExeterLittleLeagues.

Camden-Wyomingwillnotseetheir firstgametakeplaceuntilFriday,July24, whentheytakeonConnecticutat9a.m.

MajorLeagueSoftball

MOTwonanotherstatechampionship, andthistimeitwasintheMajorLeague SoftballdivisionastheydefeatedLower Sussextwicewithscoresof3-1and7-2. MOTalsobeatthecombinedteamof Canal/NALL/NCLLinthesecondround, 15-0.LowerSussexstayedaliveinthedouble-eliminationbracketwitha14-0shellackingofCanal/NALL/NCLL.

MOTadvancedtotheMid-Atlantic RegiontournamentinBristol,Conn., whereitsawitsseasoncometoanendwith twostraightlossesattheregional.Their firstlosscameagainstTomsRiver,N.J.,51,andthesecondwastoMassapequaInternational,N.Y.,4-3.

DelmarLittleLeague—theMaryland statechampions—went1-2intheregional,bowingoutonTuesday,July21,to theNewYorkstatechamps,7-4.Minersville(Pa.)defeatedTomsRiver(N.J.),32,lateTuesdaynighttoadvancetothe championshipgameonThursday,July23. TomsRiverwastoplayMassapequaInternational(N.Y.)onWednesday,July22,for achancetomeetMinersvilleinthefinal.

8-10Softball

Milford’s8-10Softballteamwasableto avengeitslonelossofthestatetournament toLaurelbybeatingtheminthechampionshipfinal,8-4,onSunday,July19.The District2champshadbeatenLaurel,4-2, intheopeningroundandthenthumped NewarkAmerican,15-1,inthesecond roundtosetupthefirstoftworematches withLaurel.

Afterlosingtheiropener,Laureledged NewarkAmerican,4-3,tostayaliveinthe playbackround.The8-10softballdivision endsatthestatetournamentlevel.

Note:The9-11softballstatetournamentwasnotscheduledtobeplayeduntil Saturday,July25,andwillcontinuethrough Monday,July27.Thetournamentwillbe hostedbyMOTLittleLeague.LowerSussexLittleLeagueistheDistrict3championandwillopenplayagainsttheDistrict 1champion,whowasnotdeterminedasof CoastalPointpresstimethisweek.

SeniorLeagueBaseball

InSeniorLeagueBaseball,NewarkNationalLittleLeaguewasabletowithstandalatechargebytheMid-Sussex All-Starstopulloutthestatechampionshipwin,5-2,onTuesday,July14.MidSussexforcedthe“ifnecessary”gamewith a7-5winonMonday,July13.

Truittworkedhardandstayedopen-minded SalutetotheIRHSSeniors

ByMikeStern StaffReporter

Shewasthelastlineofdefensein frontofhergoalkeeper.

SeniorMakenzieTruitthandled thatroleimpressivelyinhelpingthe 2026IndianRiverHighSchoolgirls’ lacrosseteamtoaschool-record10 victoriesandtheprogram’ssecond consecutiveplayoffappearance.

“Ithasbeenaprivilegetobea partoftheIndianRivergirls’lacrosse teamandhelpturnitintoamore competitiveprogram,”saidTruitt. “Beingacaptainhasallowedmeto pushmyteammatesduringpractice tomakeusmorecompetitive.And watchingtheunderclassmengrow overtheyearshasbeenamazing.

“Workinghardandstayingopenmindedisdefinitelywhathelpedme becometheplayerIam,”addedthe 5-foot-talldefender.“Mygrowth overthepastfouryearscamefrom beingcoachableandhavingolder teammatesworkwithmetohelpme becomeabetterplayer.Ialways thoughtaboutearningmyspotand

howIwasgoingtokeepshowing thatIdeservedtoplay.That’swhat reallykeptmegoingeachseason.”

Appreciativeof parentsandfriends’support

Truittcreditedhermother, MichelleTruitt,andfather,Shane

Truitt,withbeingherbiggestsupporters.

“Nomatterwhat,theywerealways atmygames,”saidTruitt,aresident ofFrankford.“Itnevermatteredifit wasahomegameorfaraway—Ialwaysknewsomeonewastherefor me.

“Thecoacheswerealsotherefor me,”sheadded.“AssistantcoachMya Parkswasencouragingandsupportive.She’shelpedmesomuchdefensivelyandtaughtmealotaboutthe game.Thisallowedmetobuildan amazingrelationshipwithallthe coaches.AndheadcoachBillyBonbrighthasbeensosupportiveby teachingmesomuch.”

Thisfall,Truittplanstomajorin nursingandplaywomen’slacrosseat NorthCarolinaWesleyanUniversity, aprivateMethodistschoolinRocky Mount,N.C.TheBattlingBishops areanNCAADivisionIIImember thatcompetesintheSouthAtlantic Conference.

OakOrchardPost28reachesDelawareAmericanLegionbaseballplayoffs

ByMikeStern StaffReporter

Goodfortunesmiledonthe AmericanLegionPost28OakOrchardbaseballteamintheirquest toreachthepostseason.

TheLegionPost14team’stwo lossesopenedthedoorforhead coachSteveNewman’s9-9squadto reachtheDelawareAmericanLegionstatetournamentatWilson FieldonthecampusofWilmingtonUniversityinNewcastle.

“Wealsobenefittedfromhaving severalforfeitwinsagainstteams thatdidn’thaveenoughplayersand couldnotreschedule,”saidNewman,Post28’sbenchbossineach ofitsthreeseasons.

LegionPost28,seededNo.4, wassettoopenthefour-teamdouble-eliminationtournamenton Thursday,July23,(afterCoastal Pointpresstime)againstNo.1 seedLegionPost30beginningat2 p.m.

AvictorywillsendPost28toa Friday,July24,gameagainstthe winneroftheopeninggamebetweentheNo.2vs.No.3seeds.A losswouldsendPost28toaFriday, July24,gameagainsttheloserof theotheropener,beginningat11 a.m.

SCBPlifeguardCunane coverslotsofground Guardians bytheSea

ByMikeStern StaffReporter

Onvigilantwatch.Onguard.Onthe stand.Ontheirtoes.

ThatisthejobeachdayforaSea ColonyBeachPatrollifeguardfrom10 a.m.to6:00p.m.

Whilevirtuallyeveryoneelsearound themonthebeachiscavorting,reading, sleeping,talkingorjusttakinginthemagicalsaltair,theGuardiansbytheSeaare readytospringintoaction.

Evenwhilebeingcordialtothosewho approachthelifeguardstand,theyarealwaysonalert.Theireyesremainonthe swimmersevenwhiletheyaresippingand chewingforsustenanceduringthelong beachday.

Someone’slifemaybeindanger.

Andtheyaretheoneswhocanrescue swimmersinneed.

TheCoastalPointisspotlightingoneof theseGuardiansbytheSeawithabeach lifeguardfeaturestoryeachweekduring thesummerseason.

Lovingthe lifeguardcompetition

OneofSeaColonyBeachPatrol lifeguardCeliaCunane’smostmemorableexperiencesonthejobhasbeen competingagainsthercolleagueson other patrols.

“Ienjoyswimmingagainstotherlifeguardsandparticipatingineventslike tug-of-war,”saidthe22-year-oldguard. “Whetherwewinorlose,theenergy, teamworkandchallengingconditions makethoseexperiencesunforgettable andbringseveryoneclosertogether. Cheeringonmypatrolissomuchfun, andsoisgettingtoknowtheotherlifeguards.

SpecialtotheCoastalPoint•JuliaSutton OneofSeaColonyBeachPatrollifeguardCeliaCunane’smostmemorable experiencesonthejobhasbeencompetingagainsthercolleaguesonother patrols.

SeaColonyBeachPatrol

“Duringtheswimmingevents,there issomuchenergyandexcitement,” addedthe5-foot-4Cunane.“Havinga lineup of20guardsallenteringthe wateratthesametime,sprinting throughthewaves,swimmingaround thebuoysandracingbacktoshoreis bothchallengingandexhilarating.”

Cunanesaidthelifeguardsconstantlychallengeeachothertoimprove.

“Weareencouragingandalways willingtohelponeanotherout,”she said.“Everyoneonthepatrolpushesme tobethebestversionofmyself,andthe strongsenseofteamworkmakesthejob evenmorerewarding.”

TheSeaColonyBeachPatrol,which overseeshalfamileofprivatebeach,isa UnitedStatesLifeguardAssociation AdvancedCertifiedAgencyconsisting of21guardswhoareeachcertifiedin AmericanRedCrossLifeguarding, CPRfortheProfessionalRescuerand EmergencyMedicalResponse. Eachofthesixlifeguardstandsare locatedinfrontoftheSeaColonyhighrisecondominiumsnearBethanyBeach. SCBPlifeguardsrespondtolandand wateremergencies,andtheyprovideinformationandeducationabouthazards inthesun,weatherandocean.SCBP beachlifeguardstraindailytoprepare foranysituationonlandorinwater, andtheyconstantlystrivetoexceed theirhighstandardsofopenwater safety.

Beingreliableandvigilant

ToCunane,beingalifeguardmeans beingareliableandvigilantpersonwho peoplecancountonwhentheyarein need.

“Itmeansbeingarolemodel,staying

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lowworksatTidepoolToys&Gamesin BethanyBeach.Healsolovestotraveland hasvisited36states,includingAlaska.He alsoenjoysgoingoncruisestothe Caribbean.

“Alittle-knownfactaboutPatrickis thathe’sabrilliantartist,”saidCrandell.“I wantpeopletoseehiswork,becauseitrivalshisswimming.”

“IlovetheUSASpecialOlympicsorganizationwithitswonderfulprogramhere inDelaware,”saidCallow.“Beingpartof theSpecialOlympicshasgivenmethe confidencetotrynewsports,makefriends andhasgivenmesomanygreatopportunities.”

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TheDelawareentryadvancedtothe EastRegionTournamentinBangor, Maine,andopenedwithanimpressive100winovertheRobertoClementeYouth BaseballLittleLeagueteamfromWaterbury,Conn.,onTuesday,July21.

Theiropponentinthenextroundwas tobethestatechampsfromBrunswick, Md.,onWednesday,July22,(afterCoastal Pointpresstime).

OtherteamsintheEastRegioninclude thestatechampionsfromNewJersey (Blackwood),Pennsylvania(Newville), RhodeIsland(SouthKingstown),New York(Bronx)andMassachusetts(Oxford). Pennsylvania,RhodeIsland,Marylandand Delawareallwontheirfirst-roundgames toadvanceintothewinners’bracket.

JuniorLeagueBaseball

MOTwontheJuniorLeagueBaseball statechampionshipwitha12-3decision overNaamansLittleLeagueonSaturday,

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alert,andcreatingasafeandwelcoming environmentforpeople,”saidCunane. “Beingalifeguardisaboutprotecting otherswhilealsorepresentingteamwork andbeingresponsible.

“Thetoughestpartofthejobishandlinghigh-stresssituationsthatrequire quickthinkingwhilestayingcalmunder pressure,”addedtheresidentofWest Chester,Pa.“Duringemergencies,itis importanttomakefastdecisions.”

Cunaneconsidershelpingpeople andbeingasourceofeducationabout the oceananditsriskstheeasiestparts ofherjob.

“Ienjoyansweringquestionsand makingsurepeoplefeelsafewhilethey enjoythebeach,”saidCunane,whowas borninNewark.“Stayingonwatchfor peoplecomesnaturally,becauseIgenuinelycareaboutkeepingotherssafe.”

SpecialOlympicsUSAismadeupof athletes,Unifiedpartnersandcoachesfrom all52SpecialOlympicsU.S.programs.The organizationrepresentsthecountryat globalcompetitions,includingtheSpecial OlympicsWorldGamesandSpecial OlympicsWorldWinterGames.

“SpecialOlympicsUSA’scorevaluesof sportsmanship,teamwork,accountability, integrityandrespectrepresentthewayits athletesandcoachesbelieveandactasa team.Theydefinethebeliefsandbehaviors oftheSpecialOlympicsUSAmanagement team,coachingstaffandathletesasthey representallprogramsacrosstheUnited States.Theorganizationalwaysfollows thesevalues,regardlessofthevenueorsituation.”

July18.MOTneededtowintwiceover Naamanstowinthetitle,asNaamanshad defeatedMOT14-4intheirsecond-round meeting.Mid-Sussexwasthethirdteamin thebracket,andtheylostbothoftheir games—5-1and18-2—versusMOT.

TheLittleLeagueJuniorLeagueBaseballEastRegiontournamentisscheduled togetunderwayonSaturday,July25. MOTwillplayitsfirst-roundgameon Sunday,July26,againstthewinnerof Pennsylvaniavs.NewYorkat11a.m.The winneroftheregionwilladvancetothe JuniorLeagueBaseballWorldSeriesat HeritageParkinTaylor,Mich.,beginning Aug.9.

Note:Thestatetournamentsforthe MajorLeagueBaseballdivision,aswellas the9-11and8-10Baseball,haveyetto begin.TheMajorLeagueand8-10divisionsarescheduledforJuly28through Aug.1,whilethe9-11divisionissetfor July24-28.Mid-Sussex(MillsboroGeorgetown)istheDistrict3championin boththeMajorLeagueand9-11divisions. LaurelwastheDistrict3championinthe 8-10division.

Followinginfamilymembers’ footsteps

Cunanebecamealifeguardbecause shewantedtofollowinthefootstepsof herfamilymembers.

“Mygrandfather,mom,dadandsiblingswerealllifeguards,”shesaid proudly.“Growingup,Ilistenedtotheir storiesaboutrescues,workouts,rookie trainingandthefriendshipstheymade alongtheway.Ialwayslookedupto lifeguardsandwantedtobepartoftheir amazingcommunity,whilealsohelping peoplewhentheyareinneed.”

Cunane’sshort-termgoalistocontinuepushingherselfhardereveryday duringworkouts,andtobeapositive memberoftheSeaColonyBeachPatrol.Herlong-termgoalistocontinue hereducationbyattendingoccupational therapyschoolandbuildacareerenablinghertocontinuehelpingothers.

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LEGALS

PUBLIC NOTICE

Sands Fenwick Inc. has on July 13, 2026 applied with the Delaware Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission for a wet bar variance on an existing licensed patio for a premises located at 1501 Coastal Highway, Fenwick Island, Delaware 19944. Persons who are against this application should provide written notice of their objections to the Commissioner. For the Commissioner to be required to hold a hearing to consider additional input from persons against this application, the Commissioner must receive one or more documents containing a total of at least 10 signatures of residents or property owners located within 1 mile of the premises. The signatures of residents or property owners must also include the mailing stress for the property and the email address (if one exists) for the resident or property owner. Protest(s) must be received by the Commissioner’s office on or before August 12, 2026. The protests can be emailed to oabcchearingexhibits@delaware.gov, or delivered or mailed to: OABCC, Carvel State Office Building, 820 North French Street, 10th Floor, Wilmington, DE 19801. Failure to file such protest may result in the Commissioner considering the application without further notice, input, or hearing. If you have questions regarding this matter, please contact the Commissioner’s Office.

CP 20260717 3T

TOWN OF MILLVILLE APPROVAL NOTICE

Notice is hereby given that the Town Council approved the Final Site Plan for Kristina’s Kitchen Bakery at its meeting held on Tuesday, July 14, 2026.

Final Site Plan submitted by Plitko, LLC on behalf of Malone Real Estate for the proposed parking lot expansion at Kristina’s Kitchen Bakery located on Reba Rd. Tax Map Parcel 134-12.00-1778.00, zoned C-1. Approved.

CP 20260724 1T

OFFICE OF REGISTER OF WILLS OF SUSSEX COUNTY STATE OF DELAWARE

PO BOX 743; GEORGETOWN, DE 19947 (302)855-7875

Estate of Raymond Lawrence Price, Deceased.

Notice is hereby given that Letters of Testamentary upon the estate of Raymond Lawrence Price who departed this life on April 12, 2026 late of Ocean View, DE were duly granted unto Jeffrey M. Price on July 16, 2026 and all persons indebted to the said deceased are required to make payments to the said Executor without delay, and all persons having demands against the deceased are required to exhibit and present the same duly probated to the said Executor on or before December 12, 2026 or abide by the law in this behalf.

Executor:

Jeffey M. Price 2914 Alvarado Sq., Baltimore, MD 21234

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

Gregory Fuller, Sr., Register of Wills CP 20260724 3T

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

Estate of Janice Marie Lewis, Deceased. Notice is hereby given that Letters of Testamentary upon the estate of Janice Marie Lewis who departed this life on June 19, 2026 late of Frankford, DE were duly granted unto Diane M. Lewis on July 9, 2026 and all persons indebted to the said deceased are required to make payments to the said Executor without delay, and all persons having demands against the deceased are required to exhibit and present the same duly probated to the said Executor on or before February 19, 2027 or abide by the law in this behalf.

Administrator: Diane M. Lewis

32979 Daisey Road., Frankford, DE 19945

Gregory Fuller, Sr., Register of Wills

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

CP 20260717 3T

PUBLIC NOTICE

The Crab Barn Restaurant has on June 9, 2026 applied with the Delaware Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission for an alteration approval to include its front patio, to include speakers and live music for a premises located at 32600 Long Neck Rd, Millsboro, Delaware 19966. Persons who are against this application should provide written notice of their objections to the Commissioner. For the Commissioner to be required to hold a hearing to consider additional input from persons against this application, the Commissioner must receive one or more documents containing a total of at least 10 signatures of residents or property owners located within 1 mile of the premises. The signatures of residents or property owners must also include the mailing stress for the property and the email address (if one exists) for the resident or property owner. Protest(s) must be received by the Commissioner’s office on or before within 15 days of publication of this notice. The protests can be emailed to oabcchearingexhibits@delaware.gov, or delivered or mailed to: OABCC, Carvel State Office Building, 820 North French Street, 10th Floor, Wilmington, DE 19801. Failure to file such protest may result in the Commissioner considering the application without further notice, input, or hearing. If you have questions regarding this matter, please contact the Commissioner’s Office.

CP 20260717 3T

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

Estate of Joseph James Radcliffe, Deceased.

Notice is hereby given that Letters of Testamentary upon the estate of Joseph James Radcliffe who departed this life on May 31, 2026 late of Ocean View, DE were duly granted unto Sean Radcliffe on July 16, 2026 and all persons indebted to the said deceased are required to make payments to the said Executor without delay, and all persons having demands against the deceased are required to exhibit and present the same duly probated to the said Executor on or before January 31, 2027 or abide by the law in this behalf.

Executor: Sean Radcliffe 35 Salvation Rd., Martinsburg, WV 25405

Gregory Fuller, Sr., Register of Wills

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

20260724 3T

TOWN

OF OCEAN VIEW BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT RESULTS

PUBLIC NOTICE

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on July 16, 2026, the Board of Adjustment for the Town of Ocean View took the following action:

• V-473 70 ATLANTIC AVENUE (PIDN:065.001/CTM:134-12.00530.00) Variance Granted.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED AT THE TOWN OF OCEAN VIEW ADMINISTRATION OFFICE, 201 CENTRAL AVENUE, OCEAN VIEW, DE 19970 CP 20260724 1T

NOTICE FOR PUBLICATION

To Whom it May Concern:

This is to advise that Michael H Borfitz of 313 Valley Rd, Milton, of Sussex County, Delaware, will be filing with the Prothonotary in and for Sussex County, State of Delaware, an application for a License to Carry a Concealed Deadly Weapon, according to the laws of the State of Delaware.

CP 20260724 1T

THE BIG BEAN AT THE BEACH is hiring Baristas!

Part-Time positions available. Inquire at bethanybigbean@gmail.com 699 Bethany Loop, Bethany Beach, DE 19930

TOY SOLDIER collection

For Sale. Call for details

908-801-9648

GALANTI FEATHERWEIGHT

520 Accordian. From the 1960's. Very good condition. Leather case. Asking $450.00. 302-664-2005

Please leave message.

BARBIE DOLL Happin' Hair. Original box, all items included $20. 603.205.2909

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

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 rm 732-910-0505

LIONEL/AF S,O, STANDARD

Track. Large Lot. Call for details 908-801-9648

ANTIQUE JEWELRY CABINET

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

NORITAKE CHINA

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

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

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

DOLLS FROM THE 40S & 50S. Good condition. and doll accessories. Call for details. Best Offer 610-506-9179

OLD STAMP COLLECTION from 1930s & up & a lot of Post Cards from all over the world. $150 Call 302-245-2733

ANTIQUE ELI TERRY JR & CO. 30 hour modi ed pillar scroll, wooden movement clock. Weight driven, circa 1830. Runs great, professional tune-up. $475 410-259-2300

SUSSEX COUNTY HABITAT FOR HUMANITY RESTORE accepts donations of working appliances 10 years old or less for families in need. 302-855-1156

COLEMAN POWER compressor barely used very good cond $350 302-668-4795

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

12 FT JUMPER CABLES

Used one time $10 call or text 603-205-2909

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 ve years ago. Asking $150 302-218-4661

PORTABLE FISH CLEANING

Table with sink. New in box $50 302-373-6968

WILDERNESS SYSTEMS

Kayak. Cape Lookout 145. Includes paddle. Very good condition. Located in Millville. $300 908-256-4647

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

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

6 FLOATATION VESTS Adult $5 each 443-373-1550

2002 NISSAN 9.8 HP BOAT

MOTOR low hours excellent condition $525 OBO. 302-668-8752

FISHING GEAR. Surf, Trolling, and Boat Rods. Landing nets, cast nets, and lures. Contact Ted 302-5398053 or 302-547-4348

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

PAIR OF ESS SPEAKERS

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

Parish Administrative Assistant

St. Martha’s Episcopal Church in Bethany Beach is seeking an administrative assistant. This position reports directly to the parish priest or the Senior Warden in the absence of the priest. The successful candidate should have excellent verbal and written skills, knowledge and proficiency with current technology and be able to multitask.

This is a 19-hour part-time position. Salary is negotiable based on experience, skills and/or credentials. Applications must be received or postmarked by August 14.

Letters of application should be emailed to admin@stmarthasbethanybeach.org or sent to Parish Administrative Assistant Search, St. Martha’s Episcopal Church, PO Box 1478, Bethany Beach, DE 19930.

PROSCAN FLATSCREEN TV

30 x 32” $30 410-310-6633

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

FREE BUNK BED SET covered with 2 dressers. You haul. 301-674-4624

FREE! Downed TREES from recent storms in Ocean View; bring chain saw to cut trees felled from storm. Stock up for cold winters / replaces. 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

TV CONSOLE red cabinet

$80 240-731-5004

WOODEN SQUARE 42” X 42”

high top dining room table with 3 chairs $200 call for details 240-731-5004

QUEEN SLEIGH BED with mattress & boxspring. Can be bought together or separate. Call for details 240-731-5004

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 owers, good cond, pics avail $45 717-521-7955

BEAUTIFUL DISPLAY CABINET

Glass shelves, glass framed doors, & glass framed sides with mirror back & lights on top and bottom $500 cash 732-910-0505

PATIO CHAIRS

$7 each 757-810-8782

TV CABINET $40 302-229-7898

OUTDOOR BISTRO SET $40 443-763-1378

BEAUTIFUL CURIO CABINET

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

PATIO CHAIRS Great condition! White & Blue $15 each. Brown & Blue $10 each. 757-810-8782

5 SINGLE LAMPS pics avail $10 each 717-521-7955

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

BEAUTIFUL BLACK GLASS & Chrome TV stand 55x24x21H $50 OBO 443-786-0479

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

LONG WOODEN DRESSER

8 drawers. Comes with 3 tiered mirror. Will text pics. Excellent condition, no pets, no smoke $170 rm

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

BEAUTIFUL contemporary 2 story house on 3/4 acre. 5BR 3BA. Very low taxes & HOA fees. Call 732-910-0505 for more info

CRAFTSMAN EDGER/TRIMMER gas powered, good cond. $100 302-668-4795

CRAFTSMAN 3.2 AMP

17” corded hedge trimmer, T-handle design. New in box. $40 302-664-2005

HUSQVARNA gas leaf blower $50 302-897-4914

JOHN DEERE Riding mower 170. $475 302-217-0450

CRAFTSMAN BRUSHLESS

Lithium V20 weed whacker, good cond, pics avail $55 717-521-7955

2 GROW LIGHTS. 1-46” for hanging. 1-22” table top w/stand $10. Call or text 603.205.2909

HUSQVARNA 130L GAS Weed Whacker stored indoors with manual $95 732-637-2804

7” TILE SAW $75. 10” slide compound saw $100. 10” table saw w/stand $175. Axe, sledgehammer, rake, & mattox $5ea.703-400-8991 16-32’ EXTENSION LADDER $45. Leave Message 302-539-5209

HAND FERTILIZER Spreader $10 410-310-6633

COBALT 7" CIRCULAR Wet Tile Saw $100 OBO 410-726-8099

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

Brand new $20 757-810-8782 DEERE Tractor/Lawnmower. 36” cut, 19 horsepower. Like New. $900 rm 302-396-5450

GARDEN GROOM 3 in 1 Hedge Trimmer, $50 OBO 609-247-3649

55 GALLON BARRELS

Metal or plastic. For burning, storage, oating docks, rain barrel, live bait, ush 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 MOTORCYCLE APPAREL & Accessories. Reasonably Priced! 717-979-7282

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

ORIGINAL LITTLE GIANT Aluminum ladder $100. Little Giant 8 foot aluminum extension plank extends to 13 feet $45 302-530-8972 12FT WERNER berglass 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

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

This Week

❐ Thurs preview July 23rd 4pm - 7pm Rain or Shine

Fri & Sat July 24th & 25th 8am-12pm Rain or Shine

Huge Annual Yard Sale! Tools, decor, clothing, too much to list. Come See! 32261 Falling Point Rd, Dagsboro, DE, 19939

Dogwood Acres Community Yard Sale is on Friday & Saturday

❐ Fri July 24th 7am-11am Weather Permitting

Several Family Yard Sale! Household, clothes, kids toys, CDs. DVDs, & much more!

GPS: 414 Delaware Ave, Millsboro, DE 19966

❐ Fri & Sat July 24th & 25th 8am-1pm Rain or Shine

Dogwood Acres Community Yard Sale!

Tools, fishing equipment, toys, games, books, housewares, clothing and much more! There are sales on East Lagoon, West Lagoon, White Oak Road, Long Leaf Road, South Dogwood Road, Poole Court, Peppers Creek Road and Falling Point Road.

❐ Fri & Sat July 24th & 25th 8am-1pm Rain or Shine

Yard Sale/Garage Sale!

36032 Double Bridges Rd, Frankford, DE 19945

❐ Fri July 24th & Sat July 25th 9am-?

Rain or Shine Yard Sale! Golf Cart with Batteries, self propelled lawnmower with battery, lawn sweeper, Christmas in July! New Tree with trimmings, assorted Christmas decorations, gently used small appliances, good clothing, shoes, bags. Come take a look!

33157 Omar Rd, Frankford, DE 19945

❐ Sat July 25th 8am-? Rain Date 7/26

Whites Neck Village Community Yard Sale! Turn at Millville Pet Stop down Whites Neck Road

❐ Sat July 25th 8am-3pm Rain or Shine

Downsizing House Sale! Furniture, small appliances, yard goods, fire pit, craft and jewelry findings, Coca-Cola collection, and much more!

31057 Tramway Rd, Millsboro, DE 19966

❐ Sat July 25th 9am-4pm Rain or Shine

Multi Family Yard Sale! Old golf clubs, womens bike, collectible teapots, kitchenware, clothing, books, puzzles, jewelry, & much more!

19 West Bayard St, Fenwick Island, DE 19944

(Off Coastal Hwy, a few streets from the RT 54 DE/MD state line)

Upcoming

❐ Sat Aug 1st 8am - 12:30pm Weather Permitting Huge Yard Sale!

Household items, clothes and much more!

Everything is priced $5 & under!

129 Clam Shell Rd Montego Bay 130th St, Ocean City, MD 21842

BOSE QUIET COMFORT 15 acoustic noise 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

SHARK MATRIX ROBOTIC Vacuum. Model RV2310AE. Gently used, works great, self empty for 45 days, Great on carpenter hardwood, text for pics $150 302-858-6633

WINDMILL WINDOW AC

Wi /remote, 10,000 BTU, covers 450sq ft, new in box. Originally $529, selling for $450, cash only 302-258-3712

NORTH STAR PROFESSIONAL GENERATOR Model 165911G.

$300 Bill 609-635-8400, Dagsboro TEETER INVERSION TABLE $50 443-687-6126

BEAUTIFUL OUTDOOR LANTERN

$10 757-810-8782

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

TWO 4’ CRAFTSMAN

VersaTrack wall mount tool storage racks. Assorted utility hooks. The pair $20 Call-text 603-205-2909

SHOPVAC $20. Ceramic Heater $15 757-810-8782

9ft GREEN SUNBRELLA Patio umbrella + 50lb base. Used twice, paid $400, asking $125. Call Jon 484-340-2752

APPLE PEELER $5 757-810-8782

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

PROCTOR SILEX WAFFLE maker, excellent cond. $20 302-668-4795

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

PAMPERED CHEF BBQ Pizza pan new never used $20 302-668-4795

Waterside Apts.: 2BR/2BA 2nd floor apt. $1,700 per month + utilities.

Bethany Bay: 2BR/2BA furnished 2nd floor condo in Ocean View. $1,800 per month + utilities.

Mallard Lakes: 2BR/1.5BA newly renovated townhome in Selbyville. $1,800 per month + utilities.

Plantation Lakes: 3BR/3BA 3 story townhome in Millsboro. $2,150 per month + utilities. No pets. 2 year minimum lease.

Forest Reach: 3BR/2BA furnished single level home in Frankford. $2,200 per month + utilities

STRAIGHT LINE SANDER 3 paint guns & comealong

$10ea. 703-400-8991

CRIVET QUICK UP POOL with lter pump 317gal still in box $40 301-875-7061

PAMPERED CHEF BBQ spatula new never used $10

302-668-4795

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

REGAL FOOD Next to new $50 302-668-4795

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

AUDIEN HEARING The worlds rst hearing aid with touchscreen controls. No tiny buttons, apps or prescriptions. 45-day risk free trial. Free shipping. Lifetime support. More than 1.5 million happy customers. Call Audien 1-888-410-0534

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

Millville by the Sea: 2BR/2BA single level home with flex room. Brand new construction. $2,550 per month + utilities & rental tax.

Dogwood Acres Rd: 4BR/2BA single family home in Dagsboro with 2 car garage and outbuilding. $2,600 per month + utilities.

Blackwater Village: 4BR/2.5BA single family home with detached garage in Dagsboro. $2,600 per month + utilities. Parkside: 4BR/3BA single family home with garage in Millville. $2,800 per month + utilities and 2% rental tax.

Bayside at Bethany Lakes: 3BR/2.5BA, 2 story townhome in Ocean View. $2,950 per month + utilities.

COMFORT AIRE

Air Conditioner, 12,000 BTU window unit with remote. Used for 2 months, like new $185 302-258-8893

MIKASA WHOLE WHEAT

DESIGN 12 piece place setting dishes with serving pieces. Excellent condition. Asking $60.00. 302-664-2005. lv msg

ALL ELECTRIC 10” table saw , large belt sander, medium belt sander, smal belt sander, joiner, and our 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

MERRILL HIKING BOOTS sz 9 1/2 excellent cond. $25 & Sketchers NEW 9 1/2 paid $90 selling for $25 302-537-7348

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 REGAL BREADMAKER barely used, next to new excel cond. Comes w/a guide & cookbook $40 302-668-4795

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

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 PELLA SLIDING GLASS DOOR Like New, $300 856-979-3338 POWERBACK 5250 WATTS GENERATOR excellent condition. $200 302-745-4122

GALANTI FEATHERWEIGHT

520 ACCORDION. From the 1960's. Very good condition. Leather case. Asking $450.00. 302-664-2005

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SELMER ALTO SAXAPHONE plus other items in case. Great for beginner or intermediate player. $175 (cash only) 301-275-8062

4PC DRUM SET with high hats & stands, cymbals, & options $145. 13” ZBT high hat cymbals, like new $65 302-278-1441

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

Uwith 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

PITBULL PUPPIES READY

TO GO. Almost 11 weeks old. 3 males.$150ea Call or text 302-390-5374

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

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

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

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

TAYLOR MADE SPIDER GT

Notchback Left-handed putter. 2024 Model, hardly used, 34 inches, with head cover and oversized grip. $135 609-247-3649

2 SETS SNORKEL MASKS & tubes, optical lenses

excellent cond. $15ea.

302-537-7348

25LB DUMBELL

$10. 1 barbell & 2 dumbells

50lbs $25 703-400-8991

TEETER INVERSION TABLE

$50 443-687-6126

GOLF MAT & NET $20

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STREET STRIDER

7i Elliptical Bike with indoor trainer stand $700 410-713-9114 call or text

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BIKE-Schwann professional grade recumbent bike. Very good condition. $50.00 OBO 410-375-9583

9’ LONGBOARD Travel Bag.

Ocean Earth $40 & 9’ Longboard

Stretch Cover Sock Blue $20 410-939-7714 leave message

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

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 2 10LB BAR WEIGHTS $20 302-537-7348

CALDWELL BALLISTIC precision chronograph. New in box. Works with bows, ri es, pistols, & paintball $50 301-875-7061

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BILLIARDS POOL CUE Stick. 2 piece with case 302-537-3880

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The Original Crossword Puzzle for Kids and Their Favorite Adults

Kids Across

1. Lunchtime in the jungle:

A _____ can hang onto a vine with one hand while eating a banana with his other one

6. Hanging in there: You might wear your coat when you're hanging out, but until then, it hangs in the ______

7. Even if a room has no windows, if I'm hanging on the wall, people can still see a little bit of nature. What am I?

8. Folks who like it quiet often hang out at the library to ____ for a test

9. It's what hangs from an apple tree, of course

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Hangman went to Hollywood: "Wheel of ______"

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7. Classic beauties: Cultured lady's cultured treasures

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11. Timeless delight: It lets kids sway as they play

13. Auto part from which a tiny pine might dangle

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17. Where a couch potato is typically situated when he's just hanging at home

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