Coastal Point — October 31, 2025

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Fenwickofficialsdiscusssandbagberm

ByKerinMagill StaffReporter

Oneweekafteranor’eastercaused floodingissuesanderosionupand downDelaware’scoast,FenwickIsland TownCouncilheardareportonaproj-

IRSDconsiders in-houseinvestigators acostsavings

ByLauraWalter StaffReporter

Backgroundchecksandstaffinvestigationsshouldnotbetakenlightly,especiallyinaschoolenvironment.With about16buildingsworthofemployees, IndianRiverSchoolDistricthasalotof people tomanage,whileupholdingstudentprotections,stateeducationlaw andfederallaborlaw.

That’swhyIRSDisoneofthefew —ifnotonly—schooldistrictsthat employstwofulltime,in-houseinvestigators.

Inthepast,IRSDcontractedwith outsideagenciesanddetectives,which cost“severalhundredsofthousandsof dollars,[and]itwasalsoaslower process,”saidDirectorofPersonnelCelesteBunting.“Ifwedidn’thavethemas employees,thenIwouldbestanding hereaskingforadditionalemployeesto helpHRwiththeinvestigations.”

ectthatwilltestalow-techsolution alongitsbaysidecanals.

The projectinvolvesbuildingasandbagbermatthebaysideendofFarmingtonStreet.CouncilmemberSusan Brennan,whochairsFenwickIsland’s InfrastructureCommittee,saidthetown

iscurrentlyintheprocessofobtaining easementsfromhomeownerstoproceed withtheproject.

Thesandbagstructure,Brennansaid, willlieparalleltotheLittleAssawoman Bay.Thereareexistingretainingwalls alongthesideswhichareonprivate

property.This,aswellas“higherbulkheading”alongFarmingtonthaninother areasmakesthestreet“unique” anda goodspotforthesandbagtest,shesaid. CouncilSecretaryJacquelineNapoli-

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Whattimeistrick-or-treating?Here’swhatwehave

Mostlocaltownsandneighborhoods arecelebratingHalloweenthisyearon Friday,Oct.31,withofficialtimesfor trick-or-treatingvarying.Anyhousehold givingouttreatsshouldturnonanoutdoorlight,officialsadvised,withthose notparticipatingencouragedtoleave outdoorlightsoff.

Herearetheofficialtrick-or-treat timesforlocalmunicipalities,onOct. 31,unlessotherwisenoted: •BethanyBeach—Noofficialtimes.

•Dagsboro—6to8p.m.,12or younger.(Trick-or-treatersarebeingencouragedtocarrysomethingbright and/orreflective.)

•FenwickIsland—Noofficialtimes

•Frankford—6to8p.m.

•Millsboro—6to8p.m.,12or younger,mustwearcostume(including specialeventatTownHall)

•Millville—Noofficialtimes.

•OceanView—Anytimeuntil8 p.m.

•Selbyville—6to8p.m.,12or younger

•SouthBethany—Noofficialtimes.

Driversshouldbeespeciallycarefulas childrenareroamingtheneighborhood (andmaybedistractedbytheexcitement).Everyoneshouldbecautious whilepassingparkedcarsandwatchfor pedestrians.

Pedestriansshouldnotassumethat driverscanseethem.Sunsetoccurs around6p.m.,sotheyshouldcarrya

flashlight,wearbrightclothingandconsiderattachingreflectivestripstocostumes.Adultsshouldkeepacloseeyeon childrenandteachthemtherulesofthe road.

Pedestriansshouldalwaysusethe sidewalk.Ifthereisnosidewalk,walkon thesideoftheroad,facingtraffic.Look bothwaysseveraltimesbeforecrossing thestreet,especiallywhensteppingpast parkedvehicles. Staysafeandhavefun!

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Backgroundcheckshavelongbeena partofhiring.ButIRSDleadershipbecamelaser-focusedafterbeingaccused ofnotthoroughlyvettingaprincipal wholaterhadaninappropriaterelationshipwithahighschoolerin2008.

“Theinsurancecompany,Ithink, gaveyouguysanultimatumtodobetter investigations,”saidMarkRoss.

Atthetime,IRSD’sinsurancedeductibleskyrocketedfromabout$5,000 to$250,000,estimatedBunting,and “thankgoodness”noclaimsweremade duringthattime.(Today,sheestimates IRSDisbackdowntoa$10,000deductible.)

InvestigatorsCharles“Curt”Brown andRosshavebeenwithIRSDalmost fromthebeginning,whenthepositions werecreatedabout2014.Beforethat, bothmenworkedforabout30yearsin theDelawareStatePolice,includingthe homicideunitandvariousleadership positions.

“Schooladministratorsdon’tknow howtodoaninvestigationlikethese guysdo,”saidSchoolBoardPresident MarkSteele.

W hileotherdistrictsmightask schoolprincipalsorhumanresources stafftoinvestigatemajorissues,thatcan leadtoinconsistency.Meanwhile, BrownandRosshavetraveledtoother statesjusttoseepersonnelfiles.Anec-

dotally,therearepeoplewhowillnot applyforIndianRiverjobsbecausethey knowthebackgroundcheckswillbe stringent.

“Therearepeoplewedon’thirein thedistrictbecausewegodeep”inbackgroundchecks,saidBunting.

Wheninvestigating,“wedocumenta lot ofstuff,”saidRoss.Withtheirlaw enforcementknowledge,“weseestuff thatwasmaybeexpunged,butthestuff yousee,youwouldnotwantthem workingataschooldistrict.”

It’shardtocompletelymeasuretheir effectivenessasadeterrent;howdoyou countlawsuitsthatweren’tfiled,orincidentsthatdon’thappen?Ofcourse, thereisnever100percentguaranteeof perfectemployeerelations.Thereisno silverbulletagainstallimpropriety.

“Anythingcanhappenanytime,” Buntingemphasized.But“wevalue safety,”eventhoughtheinvestigator salariesmustbepaidentirelywithlocal taxdollars.TheStateofDelawaredoes notprovideregularsalaryfundingfor theseuniquepositions,asitwouldwith teachingstaff.

InBunting’sopinion,IRSDconducts muchmorethoroughbackground checksonjobapplicantsthanother schooldistrictsseemto.Shefeels“we don’tgetcalls”asoftenfromotherdistrictsregardingpastIRemployees.

The investigatorsperformdetailed investigationthatwouldbeconsidereda burdenforadministratorswhoarebusy managingtheirbuildings.Theyinvesti-

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gateformalcomplaintsontopicslike TitleIX(sexdiscriminationorharassment),fitnessforduty,studentdataprivacy,failuretoreport,testingviolations, trainingissues,hostileworkenvironment,restraintviolationsandterminationappealhearings.Theyalsoworkin conjunctionwithlocalpoliceinvestigationsforcriminalcomplaints.

Eachyear,theyconductanaverageof 61internalinvestigations,ofwhich, about18annuallyleadtorecommendationsforofficialreprimandortermination.Theyalsoperformanannual averageof476backgroundchecksand researchonprospectivestaff.

Foryears,IRSDhastrimmedbudgetsbynotfillingadministratorpositions thatthey’dbeentitledto.Thisfall,after anotheradministratorretired,Brown and Rossalsoinheritedhismanagement ofabout24IRSDconstablesandschool resourceofficers(SROs).Thisincludes hiring,training,dailysupervision,staff certificationsandmore.

RossandBrownarecertifiedas schoolconstables,sothattheymaycarry afirearmondistrictproperty,andthey alsoworkassubstituteconstableswhen regularstaffareaway.

“Thedutieswearetakingonare morebecauseoftheconstableadd-on,” Brownsaid.Ittooktimetobuildanew workflow,but“Ithinkwe’vegotit down.”

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Bethany’sLoopCanalprojectgetsstarted

BySusanCanfora StaffReporter

Constructionofaretainingwallfor BethanyBeach’sLoopCanal—a$1.5 millionproject—isunderway,witha goalofstabilizingthelandstripbetweenLakeBethanyandtheLoop CanalonTownproperty.

Thework—whichbeganonMonday,Oct.27,andwillcontinuethrough March1—isbeingdone“inresponse totheerosionofthebankontheLoop

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tanoagreedthatFarmingtonisa“great samplestreet”fortheproject.The CouncilvotedunanimouslyatitsFriday, Oct.24,meetingtoapproveanexpenditureof$1,400forsurveysofthearea thatareneededinordertoproceedwith theeasementprocurement.

MayorNatalieMagdeburgersaid DelDOTis“workingonengineering plans”forthetown’snextsidewalkprojectandthecouncilvotedtorequestthat DelDOTmovethecrosswalkatBayard Street.

MagdeburgersaidtheBayardStreet crosswalkis“particularlyproblematic” becauseoftrafficpatternsinthearea.

Canalsideandisexpectedtosupport stabilizationofthebankformanyyears alongwithpreservationofthebank,” accordingtoinformationpostedonthe Town’swebsite,atwww.townofbethanybeach.com.

MayorRonCalefthisweektoldthe CoastalPointtheprojectis“extremely important”andwill“protecttheTownownedlandspitalongthesouthsideof thecanal,whichhasbeenerodingwith theswiftflowoftidalwatersentering andleavingthecanal.”

Manyvehiclesmakeu-turnsthere,despitesignsprohibitingthem,makingit dangerousforpedestrianscrossing CoastalHighwaythere.

ZanelottisaidasaBayardstreetresidenthecanattestthatBayardis“maybe themostdangerousintersectionfor pedestrians”inthetownandfavored movingthecrossingtothenorthsideof theintersection,amoveapprovedunanimouslybytheCouncil.

MagdeburgersaidDelDOThad agreedtoextendthesidewalkproject, slatedfor2028,toLewesStreet;ithad previouslybeenproposedtoendat JamesStreetonthenorthsideoftown.

Shesaidthetownwouldalsorequest moreflashingbeaconsbeinstalledat crosswalks.“Wewillalsoforrapidflashingbeaconsateverycrosswalkthat

“Thebulkheads,alongwithanalso soon-to-startlivingshorelineonthe LakeBethanysideofthisspit,willpreser vethespit,itstreesandnaturalhabitat.Bothprojectswillpreventfurther erosionflowintotheLoopwaters, maintainthenavigabilityofthecanal, andpreserveanactiveheronrookery whichbecomesveryactiveinthe spring,”Calefsaid.

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Theprojectwillincludeconstructing anapproximately855-foot-longretainingwallalongtheBethanyBeachLoop Canal,whichwillcloselyfollowthe shapeofthecurrenterodingbank.After construction,thelandstripwillbereplantedwithloblollypines,southern bayberryshrubs,grassesandothernativeplantsalongthetopofthebank, creatingathicknaturalscreen,enhancinghabitatandallowingfornatural plantlossovertime,accordingtothe website.

doesn’thaveone,”shesaid.

CouncilmembersandPoliceChief MichaelMorrisseynotedthatboth pedestriansanddriversneedtousecautionwhentraversingthetown,particularlyduringthebusysummermonths.

“It’stheresponsibilityofthepedestriansaswellasthedrivers”tousecaution,Morrisseysaid.“You’vegottobe careful,”CouncilMemberLucyWilder said.“Peopledon’tstop”acrossboth lanesevenwhenpedestriansactivatethe beacons,shesaid.

Inotherbusiness,afterlengthydiscussiontheTownCouncilvotedtoissue ahangtagparkingpermitalongwith businesslicenses.Previously,contractors receivedadecaltoaffixtotheirvehicles entitlingthemtoparkincertainareasof town–excludingoceansidestreetends.

Thehangtagswouldbeofferedtoall licensedbusinessesintown–oneper business,andonlyifthebusinessowner didnotalreadyreceiveoneasaproperty owner.

CouncilmemberKurtZanelotti, whochairstheBusinessCommittee, saidhefeltthemovewouldbea“goodwillgesture”towardbusinesses.Council memberJacquelineNapolitanowasthe solevoteagainstthemeasure,saying shefeltitwouldbetakingvaluable spacesawayfromhomeownersand guests.

TheTownhasalsoannouncedthatits ChristmasTreeLightingeventwillbe heldonFriday,Dec.5at5:30p.m.inthe TownPark;festivitieswillincludecarol singing,hotchocolate,anornament-makingactivityanda“specialvisitor.”

YWCADelawarehostspanelontraumaandmentalhealth

BySusanCanfora StaffReporter

Paneliststhisweekdiscussedhow traumashapesmentalhealthduring YWCADelaware’swebinar,“UnderstandingTrauma:Domestic&Sexual ViolenceMeetsMentalHealth.”

Thehourlongdiscussion,onTuesday, Oct.28,featuredpanelistsMariann Kenville-Moore,directorofprograms forthestatebranchoftheNationalAllianceonMentalIllness,knownas NAMIDE;AmaAmponsah,domestic violence andcommunityhealthprogrammanagerfortheDelawareCoalitionAgainstDomesticViolence; AndrewRamsaran,domesticandsexual violencecounselorfortheYWCA

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tainingwallportionoftheprojectis

$1,370,131millionforconstructionand $162,742forconstructionoversight,for atotalcostof$1,532,873,Assistant TownManagerTeresaTiemantoldthe CoastalPoint.

Theconstructioncontractwas awardedtoMurtechMarineDivisionin Salisbury,Md.,andtheoversightis beingperformedbyengineersMcCormickandTaylorinNewark,Del.,

DelawareSexualAssaultResponse Center;andLaurenWhite,legaland medicalservicestrainerforYWCA DelawareSexualAssaultResponse Center.

ModeratedbyBeccaCottaof YMCADelaware,thewebinarexplored the“intersectionofdomesticviolence, sexualassaultandmentalhealth[because]theseissuesaredeeplyinterconnected, andunderstandingtheiroverlap isessentialtosupportingsurvivors, shapingeffectiveinterventionsandfosteringhealing.”

Askedwhatmessagetheywouldlike viewerstorememberafterthewebinar, Kenville-Mooresaidhopeisimportant. Shesaidshe’sbeenworkingin Delawareforalongtime,tryingtocre-

Tiemansaid.

TheTownreceived$500,000ofcongressionallydirectedspending,approved while nowU.S.Sen.LisaBlunt

RochesterwasDelaware’srepresentative inCongress;$475,000inastatereinvestmentfund,spearheadedbystate Sen.GeraldHockerandstateRep.Ron Gray;and$557,873fromtheTown’s capitalbudget,Tiemansaid.

OnTuesday,Nov.4,thecontractor willbringbargesintotheLoopCanal throughtheIndianRiverInletandAssawomanCanal.Thebargeswillbeanchoredtotemporarypilingsandin

atesocialchangeandtogivehopeto others,andshehasbeenenergizedby theconnectionsshemade.

“Itisourconnectionthatgivesus strength,andwewillbeabletodowork likethisandbeabletobuildonthat,” shesaid,addingthatsheisalsohopeful becauseofadvancesintherapiesduring thepast20years.Shefindsit“refreshingtobeexposedtobeingpartofthat cuttingedgework,”shesaid.

Manyveteranshaveexperienced “horrifictrauma,”shesaidbutarebeing helpedwithinnovativestrategies,includingtranscranialmagneticstimulation(anon-invasivetechniqueusing magneticpulsestotargetareasofbrain and treatmentalhealthconditions)and EMDR,oreyemovementdesensitiza-

placeonNov.5and6,accordingtothe Town’swebsite.

Initial activitieswillincludemobilizationofequipment.Murtechexpects tolaunchbargesandequipmentfrom IndianRiverInlet.Aturbiditycurtain willbeinstalledtocontainsuspended sedimentstirredupbyconstruction.

Workwillalsoincludeconstruction layoutandengineering,excavationof material,treeremoval,installationofa retainingwall,backfillingtheretaining wall,addingtopsoilandplanting.

Therewillbebi-weeklyprogress meetings,withupdatesbeingprovided

tionandreprocessing(apsychotherapy thatusesthepatient’sowneyemovementtoprocesstraumaticmemories).

Kenville-Mooresaidshort-termexposuretoviolencehaspsychologicalimpacts,butmentalhealthdisorderscould worsenifsomeonealreadyisdepressed oranxious.Duringthepast25years, thankstoresearch,shesaid,“Weknow whenchildrenhaveadversechildhood experiences,itplacesthematgreater riskofdevelopingmentalhealthproblemslaterinlife,”butrecoveryispossible.

“Igethopefromresilience,”Amponsahsaid.

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to affectedpropertyowners.Stagingof equipmentwilloccurneartheSandbar Courtarea.Residentscanexpectconstructionnoiseandpiledrivingassociatedwithconstructingtheretaining walls.

Thecontractorwillparkvehicles alongSandbarCourt.Thecul-de-sac andright-of-wayintheSandbarCourt areawillbeusedforstagingmaterial, andunloadingmaterialsandsoilfrom barges.Thematerialwillberemoved andtruckedoffsitetoalocation Murtechchooses,theTown’swebsite states.

HAPPY HOUR

ByLauraWalter StaffReporter

“Thegraymatterbetweenyourears isthesamecolor,nomatterwhoyou are,”saidRebaW.Hollingsworth,a long-agoteacherattheformerWilliam C.JasonComprehensiveHighSchool.

Shespokebeforeapackedaudience onOct.17,celebratingthe75thanniversaryofoneofDelaware’sfirstand onlyBlackhighschools,whichstoodin Georgetown.

AftertheSussexCountyschool closedinthespringof1967forracial integration,thebuildingcontinuedits educationallegacyasthefirstsiteof DelawareTechnicalCommunityCollege’sOwensCampus.

DelTechhasnowunveiledtwohallways’worthofnewofficialtimelines, photographs,plaques,portraitsandinformation,soanyonewhowalksinto thebuildingwillbeabletounderstand thelegacyofJasonHighSchool.

“TheBlackStudentAllianceapproachedus,sayingthat,‘Thecurrent tributeinthelobbyisgreatbutit doesn’ttellthefullstory.…Canwetell thestorybetter?’”saidBobbiBarends, O wensCampusdirectorandvicepresident.“Ithappenedbecausestudents spokeup!It’simportantthatstudents haveavoice,”Barendslateradded.

Thiswasa“beautifulpartnership”of curiousDelTechstudent,enthusiastic DelTechadministratorsanddedicated Jasonalumniwhoprovidedphotosand metmonthlytoapprovedesigns.

JasonHighSchoolwas“acornerstoneforeducation,prideandcommunityhereinSussexCounty.…For near lytwodecades,JasonHighstoodas theheartofeducationforBlackstudentsinSussexCounty.Itsgraduates wentontobecomeeducators,business leaders,publicservantsandtrailblazers acrossDelawareandbeyond,”Barends said.

BeforeJason,Blackstudentshadto traveltoDoverorWilmingtonforeducation.Thatmakesthebuilding“aliving reminderofwhatvision,courageand communitycanachievetogether,” Barendssaid.“Educationisnotonly aboutbooksandclassrooms,butabout the powerofchanginglives.”

Proclamationsrolledintocelebrate WilliamC.JasonComprehensiveHigh School,includingfromDelaware’sgovernor,lieutenantgovernorandHouseof Representatives.

Hollingsworth,whoturns99this month,receivedoneofthosetributes,as wellastheOutstandingServiceAward fromtheAlumniAssociation,forher “lifetimeofstrength,progressandenduringspirit,”andteachingduringsegregation,integrationandmentoring students foryears.

“Iwasapoorgirlwhounderstood whatitmeanttodowithoutandhave nothing—buttomakesomethingof whatyoudidn’thave.…Dropthe‘T’ from‘can’t,’andyoucandoanything youwantto.Itriedtopassthatinformationontomystudents,” Hollingsworthtoldthoseattending. “Beingateacher[here]wasoneofthe bestexperiencesthatIhadinmylife.”

“Thanksforthememories,”saidthe Rev.Dr.GeraldineJones(Classof1957 presidentandlateraJasonteacher)as sheledatributetothemany teachers andcommunityleaderswhomade JasonHighSchoolpossible,fromprincipalsandtrusteestobusdriversand coaches.

“Theteacherslovedeverybody.…It wasabigfamilyhere,”confirmedLou Brummell,amemberoftheClassof

1961,ashevisited thetimelinedisplay.Varsitysports werelimitedin hisMaryland hometown,sohe movedtohisfather’sBridgeville homeinorderto enrollatJason.

“Theysaidallyou hadtobewas goodenough,soI movedhere,”said Brummell.

Hejoinedvarsitybaseballasa freshman,played semi-professionally,graduated fromDelaware StateUniversity,coachedbasketballand laterwasinductedtotheDelaware Afro-AmericanSportsHallofFame. Jasonwasanimportantpartofhislife.

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Brummellsaid hedoesn’trecall studentsgetting intofightsat school.

“Everybody knewwhatthey wereherefor.… Itwasgreat.I lovedgoinghere.”

Initially,Jason servedgrades9 through12.In 1953,theschool addedgrades7 and8.In1951, newadulteducationcoursesincludedtyping, dressmakingand agriculture.

Whitechildrenandpeopleofcolor werenotallowedtoattendschooltogether,sincetheU.S.hadoperated underthefallacythat“separatebut

equal”wasatenablesystem.Inreality, manywhitestudentscouldattendhigh schoolinorneartheirhometowns. Most“colored”schoolhousesusually onlywenttograde8.Foralongtime, Blackstudentscouldonlyearnahigh schooldiplomabytravellingtoanother countyorstate.

HowardHighSchoolopenedin Wilmingtonin1867;WilliamW.M. HenryComprehensiveHighSchool openedinDoverin1952;Delaware StateCollegeHighSchoolinDover closedin1952;andLouisL.Redding ComprehensiveHighSchoolopenedin Middletownin1953.

Georgetown’s1950schoolwas namedinmemoryoftheRev.Dr. WilliamC.Jason(1859-1943),aneducator,preacherandfirstBlackpresident andlongest-servingpresidentofwhatis today DelawareStateUniversity. Delawareschoolswereincredibly slowtointegrate,evenafterthe1954 U.S.SupremeCourtdecisioninBrown v.BoardofEducationthatrequired schoolstointegratewith“alldeliberate speed.”Asaresult,Jasonhelditsfinal graduationin1967.

“Whenthetransitionfromhigh schooltoacommunitycollegeoccurred,theyevenkepttheJasonHigh Schoolcolors.Hoorayforthegreenand white!MoreevidencethattheJason spiritstillremainsonthiscampus,”said JanieMiller,presidentoftheJason alumniassociation.

“Jasonissuchabigpartofourlife,” saidTracieHenry,assheflipped througholdyearbooks,hopingto glimpseherparents,whosherememberssingingthealmamateraroundthe housewhenshewasgrowingup.They hadmetatJasonandgottogetherat prom.CelebratingJasonHighSchoolis importanttoherfamilyandDelaware history,shesaid.

“Ijustrecentlylearnedthatthere wasonlyoneBlackhighschoolinthe stateuntilthe1950s.…It’sBlackhistory.”

Today’sWilliamC.JasonTechnologyCenterhasremainedanactive buildingforalltheseyears.Learning moreaboutthebuilding’shistory helpedDelTechstudents,including DarianBrown,tofeelpartofabigger legacy.

“So,it’slikewedobelonghere.It’s nicetoseeit’sstillhere.Itwasapiece ofhistory.Itwasapieceofthepuzzle. …Itgivesyouasenseofpride,walking throughthehalls,”saidBrown,presidentofBlackStudentAlliance.“Del Techisculturallyaware.…Theyreally docareaboutstudents.”

StudentMartineEdmondsaidshe appreciatesthatthisdisplaywilladd morecontexttotheDelawarehistorical markersnearthebuilding.

“Thisisamonumentalsite.There werepeoplebeforeyouthatplantedthe seedforyoutobehere,foryoutogrow. So,I’mgratefulforthembeinghere,” saidEdmond,vicepresidentoftheStudentGovernmentAssociation

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FromtheirhumblestartwithafewStyrofoamtombstonesandaspiderin 2018,ElizabethandPeter'syardnow hasbecomeanannualmust-seeHalloweenstopforhundredsattheirBay Colonyhome.Theychangethetheme everyyeartokeepitfreshandentertaining.Thisyear'sthemeisPirates! Forthesecondyearinarow,Elizabeth andPeterarepartneringwiththe BrandywineValleySPCAofGeorgetown tocollecttax-deductibledonations,plus food,blanketsandnecessitiesforanimals toNov.9.WhenyouenterBay Colony,turnontoSawmillDrive,andfollowitstraightdownandyouwillbesure toseeitontherightside.

Lastyear,theHalloweenDisplayscared upover$2,300inadditiontofood,blanketsandtoystosupportanimals throughBVSPCA.Theyarehopingthis year'sdecorationsscareupevenmore forthecatsanddogswhoneedusin ourcommunity.

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DagsboroMainStreettrafficsignalliveafterdelays

ByLauraWalter StaffReporter

Dagsborotrafficcanbeheavy,but it’llhopefullybesaferwithanewtraffic

signalattheintersectionofMainStreet (DE20)andIronBranchRoad.

DelawareDepartmentofTransportation(DelDOT)completedallof theconstruction,stripingandsignage

onFriday,Oct.3,sothestoplightwas activatedtojustflash.Thefull-color trafficsignalswitchedtofulloperation onMonday,Oct.6.

Now,vehiclesandpedestrianshave

protectedturnswhenenteringIron BranchRoadorMainStreetsoutheastbound.

Originally,DelDOTplannedinstallation(withnighttimelaneclosures)for thelastfewmonthsof2024.But“There weresomeweatherdelaysandthen otherprojectpriorities/projectbacklogs, whichcontributedtothedelayaswell,” explainedC.R.McLeod,DelDOT spokesperson.

“Winterweatherandcoldtemperaturescauseddelaysthroughouttheseasonuntilearly2025,”saidMcLeod. “Therewerealsoschedulingdelays— the signalscontractorhadnumerous projectsassignedtothemoverthepast year.Someoftheirotherprojectswere deemedhigherpriority,suchasthe Route20Pave&RehabinSeaford, whichincludedworkonnumeroustrafficsignalsalongthatcorridor.”

Eventually,theDagsboroproject started“inearnest”inJuly2025andfinishafewweeksago.

Yearsago,DagsboroTownCouncil initiatedtherequestforthistrafficsignal,inordertoimprovesafety.Infact, “ Therewerefivereportedcrashesatthis intersectionwithinthe12-monthperiodofJuly2021toJuly2022whenthe trafficstudywasperformed,”McLeod said.

Driversandpedestriansshouldstill usecautionatthealmost“K”shapedintersection:MainStreetistheprimary road,withIronBranchRoadjuttingoff towardthenorth,andHudsonRoad juttingoffofIronBranchjustafewfeet away.

BethanypolicebenefitingJBHthroughwhiskers

BySusanCanfora StaffReporter

Socleanshavenandneatlydressed areBethanyBeachPoliceDepartment officers,thattheinsidejokeiseveryday theylooklikethey’reheadingtochurch.

ButbeginningonNov.1,officerswill beallowedtogrowbeards,inexchange fordonatingtoJustin’sBeachHouse, wherefamiliesdealingwithcancercan takerespitevacations.

“Thechiefpitchedthistome,andit wassoentertainingIthoughtheshould talk tothecommunityaboutit,”Town ManagerCliffGraviettoldtheBethany BeachTownCouncilattheirFriday, Oct.17,meeting,asasmilingChief PatrickFoley,standingatthepodiumin thecouncilchamber,toldGraviet,“Sir,

youareinforawildtreat.”

Officerswanted“acharitydrivefrom ourownpockets,sowewantedtohave NoShaveNovember.It’sanationwide charityevent.Themajorityofpolicedepartmentsparticipateinthisbecauseit isamale-dominatedprofession.…We hold ourselvestoahigherstandardhere inBethanyBeach,butwewillforego haircuts,shaving,razorbladesforthe month,”Foleysaid.

Eachofficerwilldonate$100and maydoubleitforDecember,“sowecan alllooklikethis,”hesaid,drawing laughterashepulledonafakebeard withanelasticbandintheback.

“Aminimumof$2,400willgoto charity,toJustin’sBeachHouse,several blocksfromhere.It’slocal.Weknow exactlywhereourmoneyisgoing,and

wearegivingbackdirectlytoourcommunity,”hesaid,explainingthatthe homeisnamedforJustinJennings,son ofCraigandMaryEllenNantais,who diedwhenhewas19.

“Justindiedfromcancerandloved vacationinginBethanyBeach.Hisfamilybuiltabeachhouse,andcancerpatientsgothereforvacations.Our intentionistopaytheirneeds—electricbills,grass-cutting,whateverthey need.Wewon’tlookthisfoolish,I promise.AndonJan.1,we’llcleanitup and looklikewedotoday,”Foleysaidto applause.

Manyregionalpoliceagencieshave similarfundraisers,hesaid,including thoseinMillsboro,Selbyville,Dover, NewCastleCounty,Newarkandthe DelawarePortAuthorityinDelaware;

alongwithCarolineCounty,Md.;and Wildwood,N.J.

“Chief,isthissomethingthelaypeoplecandonateto?”MayorRonCalef asked.

FoleysaidboththeTownandpolice departmentwillannounceit,andthe publiccanparticipate.

“We’llneedpicturesofFoleywith the beard.Whathedidn’tshowistheir sacredpatchwithamoustacheonit,” Gravietsaid,butFoleyreplied,“Iremovedit,sir.”

FormermayorRosemaryHardiman, whowasintheaudience,cametothe podiumandlightheartedlysuggested“a publicshaving-offofyourhair,and maybeoneofuscouldwintheprizeof beingabletodoit”asothersinattendancelaughed.

becauseheknowssurvivorsofdomestic andsexualviolencecan,anddo,heal fromtheireffects.

Whitesaidchildrenwhogrowup witnessingviolencetowardthemorbetweentheirparentscanseeitasnormal inrelationshipsorasawaytogetwhat theywant.Whentheygetolder,they replicatepatternsasperpetratorsand

victims.Tointerruptthat,systematic changescanbetaught,includingteachingthemwhathealthyrelationshipsare. Shesaidit’simportanttomeetvictims wheretheyareandbesuretheyare completingbasicdailytasks,suchas brushingtheirteetheverydayandeating.

African-American,indigenousand othersurvivorsofcolorfacegreater challengeswhentryingtogethelpincludinglanguagebarriers,distrustofthe systemduetodiscriminationandhav-

inglimitedrepresentationamong providers,Amponsahsaid.

“Theserootcausesarecomplexand interconnected,”shesaid,addingthat survivorsmightfeeltheyarenotableto receiveadequateservices.

Ramsaranrecommendedjournaling, mindfulness,yogaandexercisebeincorporatedwiththerapy,andsaidcouples andfamilytherapywillstrengthenavictim’ssupportsystem.

“Alloftheseapproacheshelpbuild resiliencebystrengtheningresources,”

hesaid.

Kenville-Mooresaidstigmacan causevictimsnottowanttoidentifyas havingmentalhealthchallenges.

InDelaware,therehavebeenstrides intheeducationsystem,shesaid. “ It’slikeaddingadropofwater intotheocean,butatleastthatdrop ofwaterisintheocean,right?But thereissomuchmorewecandoto providechildrenandyouthwithskills toberesilientinatoxicworld,”she said.

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drop,”Rosssaid.

Thismonth,IRSDapprovedraises forthetwoinvestigators,addingabout $3,700totheannualbudget.Again, thesesafetypersonnelarenotincluded inregularschoolsalariesthatarepaidin asplitofstateandlocalfunds(about 70/30percent).IRSDhasbeenoffering

zeropercentpayraisesonitsshare (asidefromtheregularSTEPincreases). But,whentheStateapprovedaraiseon itsportionofsalaries,theinvestigators werenoteligible.Tomakeupforit,the schoolboardvoted7-3toapprovea smallraisejustfortheinvestigators, equalingwhattheywouldhavereceived iftheirsalarieshadincludedstatefunding.(However,forconstables,theschool boardunanimouslyoptedforSTEPincreasesandzeropercentraises.)

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There’sageneralsensethatoncewegetpastHalloweenweenter immediatelyinto“TheHolidaySeason.”

Thedecoratlocalshopsandrestaurantschange,thebarrageofadvertisementsacrossallformsofmediaintensifiesandeverybodyisfillingtheircalendarswithholidayparties,shoppingexcursionsandvisits withlovedones.Whileitiscertainlyoneofthebesttimesoftheyear, itisalsooneofthebusiestand,oftentimes,moststressful.

Anditisoftenmoststressfulforsmall-businessowners.Formany inourarea,withourrelatively-smallpopulation,therearesomewindowsofopportunitythatmustbesuccessfultohaveagoodyear.Summer,obviously,andthenthosefestivalweekendsinthespringandfall arebigtimesforbusinessestotakeadvantageofiftheywanttomake itthroughthewinter.Asidefromthose,it’stheholidays. So,it’scriticaltheyhavestrongsupport.

Thesesmallbusinessesarevitaltothetextureofourcommunity,

andwedon’tjustsaythatbecauseweareone.Theyprovidecharacter anduniqueness,andaddtothecharmofourcommunity.Wouldyou ratherseearowofnationalfranchiseslineduponGarfieldParkway, ordoyouenjoyhavingshopsandrestaurantsthatyoujustdon’thave anywhereelse?

Theysupportlocalcharities,youthsportsteamsandfundraisers foryourkids’schools.Theymighthireyourkidashisorherfirstjob, andtheymighthostadine-and-donatethatmakestheverydifference oflifeordeathforsomeoneyoulove.Theyvolunteerateventsandgo thatextramiletotrytofindsomethingforyouthatyoujustcan’t quiteseemtotrackdown.

Andtheyareyourneighbors.

Weprobablysoundlikeabrokenrecordtoyouonthissubject,but buckleup:Thiswon’tbethelasttimeyoureaditfromus.Shoplocal. Supportlocalbusinesses.Keepourcommunityunique.

We’renowtakingitoneholidayatatime

We’vereachedadelicateageatCasaMcCann.

Itwasaboutthistimelastyearwhenmydaughterbegan hemmingandhawingaboutsomethingshewantedtoaskme. Afteralittleencouragementonmyend,andagreatmusteringof courageonherend,shefinallysummonedthestrengthtoaskme abouttheexistenceofoneKrisKringle.

It’snotalonglistofconversationsIwaslesslookingforward tothanthatone.Let’ssee:thebirdsandbeeswasone.

Andthat’sit.That’sthelist.

Inervouslylookedaroundtheroom,hopingtopassthisone offtothewife,butshewasnowheretobefound—thoughIstill suspecttothisdaythatsheduckeddownbehindacounterwhen sheheardthequestionandleftmesitting therelikeadope.Sighing,andhoping againsthopeforaboltoflightningto strikemedownbeforeIhadtoanswer,I decidedtotryanevasivetactic.

“Kiddo,letmeaskyouthis.”

“Okay.”

“Howoftendopeopleagreeonanything?Like,literally,anything?”

“Notveryoften.”

Point of No Return

Darin J. McCann

thewords,“Mom’sSpecialGuy,”emblazonedacrossthechest? Trickquestion.Theanswerisnone.Whynotjustbuyakidahat thatsays,“Hey,kickmeinthe...”

ButIdigress.

Unsureifsheboughtitornot,wewentaheadandhadagreat Christmas,thoughIwasleftwiththethoughtbangingaround myheadthattheholidayscouldlookalotdifferentgoingforward.Eventually,lifeandeverythingthatcomeswithitbeganto fillmyhead againandthingswentbacktonormal.

Andthen,onSaturday,Ilookedoveratthegirlandtoldher wehadtogetreadysoontogettoaHalloweeneventthatshe haslovedherentirelife.

“Right.Butpeopleallovertheworldagreethatthisfatguyin aredsuitspreadsChristmascheerbygivingpresentsouttocelebrateJesus’birthday,right?”

“Thatistrue.”

Andthatwasit.Imean,itwasn’t“it.”Iknowtheconversation willcomearoundagain.Butitboughtmealittletime,gaveusat leastonemore“magical”Christmas,andkeptmefrombecoming ablubberingfoolthatnightwhocriedhimselftosleepoverthe lossofhischild’sinnocence.

Honestly,I’mnotsureifsheboughtitorjustwantedtoget outofthatconversationeverybitasquicklyasIdid.Itbrought mebacktomyownawkwardconversationwithmyfatherwhen Iwasaboutherage,andthefearIcarriedwithmeinmyback pocketthatifIletonthatIhadsomedoubts,thepileofpresents withmynameonitwouldbesignificantlysmallerandonlycontainunderpants,socksandsomeabsurdsweaterthatwasmostcertainlygoingtogetmebulliedonthedaymymommademe wearittoschool.

What10-year-oldboywantedablackturtlenecksweaterwith

“WouldyoubemadifIdidn’twantto gothisyear,”sheasked,somewhatsheepishly.

Boom.Rightinthegut.

“Youdon’twanttogo?”

“It’sjust...therearegoingtobealotof littlekidsthere,andIdon’treallywantto go.ButIdon’twantyoutogetmad,either.”

“I’mnotmad,kiddo.Youdon’thavetogoifyoudon’twant to.”

ItwasatthatpointwhenIfeltmyheartliquifyandpour downintomyshoes.Afloodofmemoriesrushedintomybrain andIcouldseeeveryHalloweencostumeshe’severworn.Irememberedthefirsttimewewenttrick-or-treating,andhowshe pulledoutapieceofcandywehadgivenherbeforeweleftthe housetogivetothefirstneighborwhoopenedthedoorforher.I thoughtofyearsgonebyatthatveryeventweweregoingtomiss thisyear,andthelaughterandwonderthatcoloredhereyes.

“Doyoustillwanttogotrick-or-treatingFridaynight,”I asked.

“Uh,yeah,”shesaidwithalaugh.“Whyintheworldwould youthinkIdon’twanttogotrick-or-treating.Mom!Dadasked ifIwantedtogotrick-or-treatingFridaynight!

“Whatiswrongwithyou,”shecontinued,shakingherhead andlaughingwhileshewentbacktodrawingsomethinginher sketchpad.“Ofcourse,Iwanttogotrick-or-treating.” Nothing’swrong,kiddo.ForatleastonemoreHalloween, nothing’swrongatall.

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GuestColumn AlittleHalloweenandDagsborohistory

ByJerryHardiman SpecialtotheCoastalPoint

Somegrownupslookforwardtoand enjoyHalloween—decoratingwiththe haunted-houselookandputtingoncostumesfortheevent.I’mnotoneof them.

Ijustdon’tseethefuninthewhole ghosts,witches,zombiesandskeletons, flyingbatsandspidersthing—although,whenRosemaryandIlivedin NorthernVirginia,therewerealotof littlekidsinourneighborhood,andI reallyenjoyedwelcomingthematthe dooronHalloween,seeingsomeof

their clevercostumesandhandingout candy.

Inlateryears,weenjoyedourroleas guardiansofourgrandchildrenintheir trick-or-treatroundsintheirneighborhood.Andnotjustbecausetheyalways sharedtheircandyloot.Itwasafun familyexperience.

Anyway—Iwaswonderingwhen andhowthisHalloweenweirdnessgot started.Here’swhatIfound,withthe helpofanITsearchgenius.

Halloween,whichiscelebratedeach yearonOct.31,reportedlyoriginated morethan2,000yearsagowiththeancientCelticfestivalofSamhain,which

markedtheendofsummerandtheharvestseason,andthebeginningofcold, darkwinter.TheCelts,whomostly livedinIreland,partoftheUnited KingdomandNorthernFrance,apparentlybelievedthat,onthatnight,the ghostsofthedeadreturnedtoearth.So, theylitbonfiresandworecostumesto wardoffthespirits.

Overtime,theSamhaintradition mergedwithacoupleofRomanfestivalsandeventuallythereligiouscelebrationofAllSaintsDayonNov.1,aholy daytohonorallthedeceasedmartyrs andsaints.ThenightbeforeAllSaints DaybecameknownasAllHallowsEve,

andthensimplyasHalloween. ThecustomsmigratedtoAmerica, andimmigrantspopularizedthecelebrationofHalloween.Ina2023article intheDelawareNewsJournal,Michael Morganreportedthat,bythe1860s, communitycelebrationsincludedparadesandprizesforthebestcostumes. Scar yghoststoriesandboyhoodmischief(“tricks”),supposedlybyghosts, werealsopartofit.TheNewsJournal hasalsoreported(onOct.26)thatthe MillsboroTownCodestillprohibits, amongotherthings,theexerciseorpretendexerciseof“dealingwithspirits” andwitchcraft.

Here’swheretheDagsborohistory comesin.Theoldghoststoriesarelost intime,butthere’sonetrueHalloweenrelatedstorythat’spartofentertainmenthistory:Howonedescendantofa Dagsbororesidentmanagedtoscare, eventerrify,millionsofAmericansthe nightbeforeHalloweenin1938.

AsMichaelMorgantellsit,afterthe RevolutionaryWar,WilliamWellsmarriedthedaughterofGen.John Dagsworthy,thefounderofDagsboro. Oneofthecouple’ssonslatermovedto Kenosha,Wisc.,withhisfamilyand addedasecond“e”tothefamilyname, changingittoWelles.

Theirsecondson,George,wasborn in1915andwentbyhismiddlename, Orson.YoungOrsonWellesbecameinterestedinaradiocareerandby1938 headed“TheMercuryTheatreonthe Air,”whichwasbroadcastnationwideby CBS.

Thelow-budgetprogramadapted literaryclassicsfordramatizationas radioplays.ThebookselectedforOct. 30,1938,wastheH.G.Wellsnovel “TheWaroftheWorlds,”abouttheinvasionofGreatBritainbyMartians.

Asadaptedforthebroadcast,however,thestorywasconvertedbyOrson WellesandhiscollaboratorsintoaseriesofnewsbulletinsaboutaMartian invasionofNewJerseymovingtoward NewYorkCity.Thebroadcastwasso convincingthatitcausedwidespread panicinthearea,andpolicestations, newspapersandradiostationsinthe countrywereswampedwithcallsfrom frightenedlisteners.

Afteritwasannouncedthattheprogramwasfiction,OrsonWelleswasinitiallysubjecttocriticismandevensome threats.However,theshowwasadramaticsuccess,andthepublicitycatapultedhimtoHollywoodfameand success, with“CitizenKane”andother creativeachievements.Andtothinkit allstartedinDagsboro.

Iclosewiththatandwisheveryonea happyHalloween.Staysafeoutthere. Don’tbelieveeverythingyouhear.

Letters

LocalLWVchapter gratefulforgrant

Editor:

Thanksto100WomenWhoCarefor theirgrantof$10,000totheLeagueof WomenVotersofSussexCountyDE! Thegrantwillbeusedtosupportthe League’songoingeffortstopreserveand sustaingrassrootsdemocracyherein SussexCounty.

Asanall-volunteer,nonpartisanorganization,ourlocalLeagueorganizes andconductsforumsforcandidatesfor countyandstateoffices,promotespublicengagementwithelectedofficials, hosts expertspeakersonlocalissues, andprovidesvoterinformation,aswell asregistration.

Inthistimeofintensedivisionand misinformation,weareespeciallygratefulforthefundstoprovidecandidate

forums,whereresidentscanmeetcandidatesface-to-faceandheardirectanswerstotheirquestions,without interferenceofbiasormisinterpretation. AtLeagueforums,thecandidatesexplaindifferentpointsofviewwithout interruptingeachother,shoutingover eachother,orcallingeachothernames. TheLeagueiscommittedtocontinuing thedemocratictraditionofcivildiscourseandrespectfordifferencesinall

ourprograms.

Wearetrulygratefultothe 100WomenWhoCarefortheirrecognitionofthepressingneedtoaffirmand sustainthedemocraticsystemofgovernmenthereatthelocallevel.Ifgovernment-by-the-peopleistosurviveand thrive,we-the-peopleallneedtogetinvolved!

BarbHedges-Goettl,President LeagueofWomenVotersofSussexCountyDE

LectureonNavy’ssoundsurveillancesystemset

TheFortMilesHistoricalAssociation(FMHA)announcedthisweekthe secondofits2025-2026lectureseries, “SOSUS:TheU.S.Navy’sSoundSurveillanceSystem,”presentedbyWilliam H.J.“Bill”ManthorpeJr.,retiredU.S. NavycaptainandformerdeputydirectorofNavalIntelligence.Thelecture willtakeplaceonSaturday,Nov.15,at 10a.m.attheFortMilesMuseumin Cape HenlopenStatePark.

Theprogramwillexplorethehistory, missionandimpactofSOSUS,the Navy’sunderseaSoundSurveillance System—consideredoneofthemost secretandsuccessfultechnological achievementsoftheColdWar.Developedintheearly1950s,SOSUSused

networksofunderwaterhydrophonesto detectandtrackSovietsubmarines acrosstheworld’soceans,helpingto maintainstrategicbalanceandsafeguardnationalsecurity.FortMiles’NavFacLeweswashometooneofseveral AtlanticcoastSOSUSNavalFacilities from1962to1982.

Thelecturewilldiscusshowthis highlyclassifiedsystemoperated,its roleinunderseawarfare,anditsenduringlegacyinmodernoceansurveillance.

Manthorpeconcludedhis40-yearintelligencecareerin1994asthedeputy directorofNavalIntelligence.Sinceretiringfull-timetotheDelawarecoastin 1998,hehasdedicatedhisresearchand writingtoDelaware’snavalandmaritime

history,sharinghisexpertisethroughlectures,articlesandbookstobringtheregion’smilitaryheritagetolife.

“ThestoryofSOSUSisoneofinnovation,secrecyandglobalimpact,”said Manthorpe.“It’sastorythatdeservesto beremembered—notonlyforitstechnologicalbrilliancebutalsoforthemen andwomenwhomadeitpossible.”

ThelectureispartofFMHA’songoingeducationalprogrammingatthe FortMilesMuseum,whichpreserves andinterpretsthevitalroleofcoastal defenseinU.S.history.Visitorsareencouragedtoremainafterthelectureto explorethemuseum’sexhibitsonFort Miles’WorldWarIIandColdWar legacy.

Thelecturewilltakeplaceinthe NorthGunRoomoftheFortMiles Museum,CapeHenlopenStatePark, Lewes.Admissionisfree,butdonations totheFortMilesHistoricalAssociation areappreciated.

Becauseseatingforthelectureis limited,itissuggestedthatattendees registerinadvancebyvisitingthemuseum’swebsiteatwww.fortmilesmuseum.org.ScrolldowntoFortMiles ToursandEvents,selectHistoricalLectureSeries:NavySoundSurveillance System–11/15/2025,andclickonthe RegisterHerebuttonatthebottomof thepage.Formoreinformation,contact theFortMilesHistoricalAssociationat info@fortmilesha.org.

TheDelawareBotanicGardensat PepperCreek(DBG)kickedoffitsfirst 2025-2026EducationalPavilionLectureserieswithatalkbyUniversityof

DelawareProfessorDougTallamy.A NewYorkTimes-bestsellingauthor, Tallamyspoketo175peopleonhow homeownerscanhelpsavenaturein

theiryardswithafewsimplelandscapingtips,includingplantingnative plants.

DBGPresidentRaySandersaid, “Dougisapowerfuladvocateforgettingustounderstandweallhavearole in fightingclimatechangebytakingactiontobuildyard-by-yardconservation gardenswithnativeplantsattracting wildlife.”

DBGExecutiveDirectorforHorticultureStephenPryceLeasaid,“We weredelightedtohostDoug’sinspiring lectureinthenew3,300-square-foot AnnettePennoniMeadowPavilion.His vivid,colorfulimagesofgardensand wildlifetrulybroughthispresentation tolife,andremindedusofthepowerof nativeplantstorestorebalanceand beautytoourlandscapes.Wearedeeply gratefultoDougforsharinghispassion andinsight—andtoouraudience,who experiencedamemorableeveningat sunsetthatinstilledhopeforfuturegenerationsthroughtheplantsandwildlife wenurture.”

DBGExecutiveDirectorSheryl Swedsaid,“Doug’stalkwaswell-received,andhisnewbook,‘HowCanI Help:SavingNaturewithYourYard,’ wasacalltoactionforallofus.The Pavilionwastheperfectsetting,surroundedbynature,andwasthefirstof manyeducationaleventsthatwillbe heldinthebuildingforourcommunity.”

DelawareBotanicGardensat30220 PineyNeckRoad,Dagsboro,iscurrentlyopentothepublicThursdays throughSundaysfrom9a.m.to4p.m. Gotowww.delawaregardens.orgfor moreinformation.

GriffithtospeakatNanticokemuseum

BySusanCanfora StaffReporter

DanGriffithoftheArchaeological SocietyofDelawarewillpresent“17th CenturyIndianTownsinSussex County”at2p.m.attheNanticokeIndianMuseumnearMillsboroonFriday,Nov.14.

Theadmissioncostis$5perperson.

Griffith,duringatelephoneconversationwiththeCoastalPoint,saidhe willfocusonAmericanIndiantowns from1600and1700.

HisresearchindicatedCapt.John SmithcameintoDelawaredownstreamfromSeafordneartheconfluenceofBroadcreekandtheNanticoke River,Griffithsaid.

“InJune1608,Capt.JohnSmith, fromJamestown,Va.,sailedupwhatis nowknownastheNanticokeRiver andencounteredanIndiannationhe calledtheKuskarawaoks.Hemapped threeIndiantownsonthatriver, Nause,NantiquakandKuskarawaoks. ThelatterwasthehomeoftheleadershipoftheKuskarawaoks,whichJohn SmithcalledtheKings’House.The Kuskarawaokslaterbecameknownas theNanticoke—aswellastheriver —when,inthemid-17thcentury,the

leadershipoftheKuskarawaoksrelocatedtothetownofNantiquak.

“OntheeasternsideofSussex County,nearpresentdayLewes,there wasreportedatownoccupiedbyIndianpeoplenamedbytheDutchthe Siconece.TheIndiantownnearLewes waslaterknowninEnglishas Chesonesseck,translatedasPlaceof theSiconece.

“Bythelate17thcentury,the Marylandcolonybegantoestablish reservationsfortheNanticokeandAssateaguepeoples.Bythemid-18th century,thereservationsystemwas abandoned.SomeIndianpeoplemigratedtothenorth,joiningIndian communitiesinwhatisnowPennsylvaniaandNewYork,whilesomeIndianfamiliesstayedbehindintheir hometerritoryofsouthernDelaware andadjacentMarylandcounties,” Griffithexplained.

HesaidIndiantownswerenot whatEuropeansexpected,but“they foundoutrealquick”thatthetowns werelineararrangementsofhouses anddwellingsthatmightstretchfora milealongacreek.

“Theywantedtoputsomethingon amap.JohnSmithmappedIndian townsallovertheChesapeakewatershed.Hewantedtofindouthowmany

Indianwarriorswereineachtown.He wantedtoseewhopotentialtrade partnerswereandpotentialadversaries.Hewantedtoputdotsona map,”Griffithsaid.

Hislecture,hesaid,willremindthe Nanticokepeopleandtheirfriends how“deepintime”theirhistoryis, whatstrugglestheywentthroughwith Europeancolonistsandhowtheir presencetodayistheresultoftheir adaptation,survival,persistenceand connectiontothelandscape.

Hesaidthat,whentheEnglish askedAmericanIndianswhothey were,theywouldsayaname,butthe namereferredtowheretheywereat thetime.

“Theywerepartofthelandscape. Theythoughtofthemselvesaspartof thelandscape,andtheirnamechanged iftheymigrated.Theyweredeeply connectedtotheland,”Griffithsaid. Hisspeech,hesaid,will“enlighten peoplewhohaveaninterestin DelawarehistoryorNativeAmerican history,aboutthehistoryofthecounty inthatperiodoftime.”

Itwillinterestthoseinhighschool throughadulthood,hesaid,withhigh schoolstudents“gettingsomethingout ifitiftheyarestudyingAmericanhistory.”

Countycouncilpursuesaffordable-housingimprovement

Countytoapplyto DSHAforconsultant

BySusanCanfora StaffReporter

TheSussexCountyCouncillast weekapprovedtheCountyapplyingto theDelawareStateHousingAuthority,hopingtobeselectedtoworkwith aStateofDelawareconsultanton waystoimproveaffordablehousing.

BrandiNauman,directorofthe County’sCommunityDevelopment& Housingdepartment,toldthecouncil attheirOct.21meetingthata DelawareSenateJointResolutionhad beenenactedbytheGeneralAssemblyandsignedbyGov.MattMyer,establishingapilotprogram“f orthe purposeofprovidingtechnicalassistancerelatedtozoningordinancere-

formtolocalgovernmentsin Delaware.”

Thegoalistohelpparticipating localgovernments“identifyandimplementzoningpracticesthatincrease thesupplyofaffordablehousingand supportgoalssuchasequitabledevelopmentandeconomicgrowth throughoutthisstate.Bygivinglocal governmentsthetechnicalassistance neededtomodernizezoningordinances,thispilotprogramwillhelp Delawarecloseitsaffordablehousing gapwhileallowinglocalgovernments theflexibilitytoadaptbestpractices tomeettheirjurisdictionalneeds.If successful,thispilotprogramwillestablishmodelpoliciesforlocalgovernmentzoningordinancereforms thatcanbeexpandedacrossthis state,”theresolutionstates.

Naumansaidtheresolutionwill allowjurisdictionstodecidewhich

SeasideCraftshowcommitteeseeksmembers

TheannualBethanyBeachSeaside CraftShowisalong-standingcommunityevent,andplanningisalready underwayforanothergreatyear.

TheCultural&HistoricalAffairs Committee,whichorganizestheevent, islookingforvolunteerstohelpkeep thetraditionrunningsmoothly.

“Ifyouenjoyplanningevents,workingwithcreativepeopleandcontributingtoawell-lovedcommunityevent, pleaseconsiderjoiningtheSeaside CraftShowgroup,”representativessaid. Tovolunteerorlearnmore,email BBcraftshow@townofbethanybeach.com .

land-usereformstheywanttopursue. Thereareeighttochoosefrom,and shesaidmostofthemwouldbeconsideredbySussexCountyofficials. “Thisissomethingthatworksreallywellwithwhatyouheardlast weekfromtheLandUseReform WorkingGroup,”Naumantoldthe council,referringtotheirmeetingwith theSussexCountyPlanning&ZoningCommissiononOct.14,during whichtheydiscussedrecommendationsmadebytheWorkingGroup.“A lotofthe20recommendationsreferto landuseandaffordablehousing,and

thiswillallowustobeginworking prettyquicklyonthosepolicies. “Wegettodictatetheprocess,and theyprovideuswithtechnicalassistanceandaconsultant.Theyreview whatwehaveonthebooksalready andgiveuspotentialoptions.Thereis nocosttous,”sheadded.“Itisbeing provided.Idon’tknowifwewillbe selected,butIhopewewill.”

IfSussexCounty’sapplicationis approved,CommunityDevelopment &Housingofficialswouldbegin workingwithaconsultantearlynext year,Naumansaid.

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Dagsborocandidatesinvited torunin2025councilelection

ByLauraWalter StaffReporter

DagsboroTownCouncilwillhave threepositionsupforelectionin2025. So,residentscannowthrowtheirhat intotheringuntilNov.14.

Candidatesmust:beatleast18years ofage;beanaturalperson;beacitizen oftheU.S.andtheStateofDelaware; andbearesidentoftheTownofDagsboro.

Anyonewishingtofileasacandidate mustfileanofficialnominationform withDagsboroTownHall.Thefiling periodisthroughFriday,Nov.14,at 4:30p.m.

Electedcouncilmemberswillservea two-yearterm.Seatsupforelectionare currentlyheldbyJasonRussell,C.J.

ShortridgeandCarolThompson. Ifthereisacontestedelection,it wouldbeheldtheafternoonofSaturday,Dec.6.

Votersmustberegisteredtovote withDagsboroTownHallbyFriday, Nov.14,at4:30p.m.,buttheyonly needtodoitoncetoremainonthe books.(ThisisseparatefromtheState ofDelawarevoterregistration).Voters areencouragedtocallTownHallifunsureoftheirstatus.

Eligiblevotersmustbeage18and either:atownresidentbyElectionDay; orapropertyowner(whetheranindividual,partnership,associationorcorporation).Absenteevotingispermitted.

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Obituaries

HarlanM.Holcomb,78

HarlanM.Holcomb,78,ofDagsboro,Del.,passedawaypeacefully,at hishome,onTuesday,Oct.14,2025, surroundedbyhisdevotedfriendsand privatecaregiver.BornonMarch25, 1947,inHernshaw,W.Va.,hewasthe sonofthelateCarlD.Holcomband Maggie(Layman)Holcomb.

A1965graduateofEastBank HighSchoolinEastBank,W.Va., Holcombwentontoservehiscountry withhonorintheU.S.Navyfrom 1965to1969,duringtheVietnam War.Afterhismilitaryservice,he earnedabachelor’sdegreefromEasternConnecticutStateUniversity, wherehemettheloveofhislife,MarjorieBailey.Thetwoweremarriedon July8,1967.

Holcomb’sprofessionalbackground wasinelectricalwork,andheheldvariouspositionsthroughouthiscareerat companiessuchasDuPont,SoloCup andtheNorfolkNavalShipyard.He latertransitionedintopublicservice, andretiredfromworkasaruralmail carrierwiththeU.S.PostalService.

Anavid outdoorsman,Holcomb foundjoyintraveling,boating,fishing, crabbing,clammingandgolfing.He alsocherishedtimespentwithfriends —especiallyoveracoldbeer.Hewill

berememberedforhisinfectious laugh,sharpsenseofhumor,unwaveringintegrityandhisgenerousspirit— alwayswillingtolendahandtoanyoneinneed.

Inadditiontohisparentsand belovedwife,Louise,Holcombwas precededindeathbyhisnephew,Ted W.Bennett,whomheraisedasason; and twosiblings,JackHolcomband BonnieHolcomb.Heissurvivedbyhis niece,RachelE.Bennett,whomhe raisedasadaughter;histwograndchildren,BrysonW.Driverand BrookeL.P.Bennett;twobrothers, KennethHolcombandHarryHolcomb;andseveralniecesandnephews. Thefamilyofferedaspecialthank-you toJanHotten,CNA,herstaffwho caredforhim,andtoVitasHospicefor theircareandsupport.

AcelebrationofHolcomb’slifewill beheldat2p.m.onSaturday,Nov.8, 2025, atMasonDixonVFWPost #7234,29265MarshyHopeWay, OceanView,Del.Intermentwillbe private.Condolencesmaybesentby visiting www.melsonfuneralservices.com.

VaughnWayneOliphantSr.,77

VaughnWayneOliphantSr.,77, passedaway,athome,withhisfamily

byhisside,onOct.20,2025.Hewas borninGumboro,Del.,onJune15, 1948,tothelateEdwardElijah OliphantandDelaphine(Mitchell) Oliphant.Hewasmarriedtothelate ShirleyOliphantfor45years. Oliphantworkedasachicken farmermostofhislifeandwasin partnershipwithhissonWaynefor morethan30yearswithOliphant BuildersInc.Hehadadeeplovefor hisfarm,whichhepurchasedin 1979.Helovedfarming,gardening andgoingtothecasino.Mostofall, hecherishedhistimewithhisfamily —especiallyhisgrandchildrenand great-grandchildren,whobrought himgreatjoy.

Oliphantissurvivedbyhischildren,WayneOliphant(andChristine)andTonyOliphant(andJen); grandchildrenMeganAlbright(and Justen),MindiCooper(andConnor),MadisonOliphant(andEvan) andSethOliphant(andMaddy);and great-grandchildren,whocalledhim “BigPopPop,”Jonah,Croix,Banks andMillie;andhisbelovedgranddogsBenandMurphy.Heisalso survivedbyhissiblingsNorma Short,RonnieOliphant,Becky SeeOBITSpage59

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HallsettospeakatNativeAmericanDaycelebration

BySusanCanfora StaffReporter

WhenNanticokeTribalHistorian BonnieHalladdressesguestsatNativeAmericanDayonSaturday,Nov. 1,shewillofferanoverviewofthe historyoftheNanticoketribe,aswell asgivinganupdateaboutrenovations totheNanticokeIndianCenterand NanticokeIndianMuseum,where NativeAmericanDaywillbeheld from11a.m.to3p.m.thatday.

Admissiontoboththeeventand themuseumwillbefreeonNative AmericanDay.

TherewillbestorytellingbyRagghiRain,aswellasNativetraditional dancing,drumming,singingandflute performances.VendorswillsellIndianfrybread,Indiantacos,succotash,T-shirts,hats,books, memorabiliaandabookaboutthe Nanticokelanguage,“OnceItHas BeenSpoken…ItCannotbeUnspoken.”

Hallwillbepresenting“TheNanticokesLastingLegacy:Yesterday, TodayandTomorrow”andsaidshe willremindthoseattending“ofthe importanceofcelebratingthediversityofafolks.”

“SincetheNanticokesareconsideredtheFirstPeopleoftheFirst

State,it’simportanttounderstand abouttheNanticoketribeandhow wehavepersistedovertime,howwe havehadtobeveryresilientandhave hadtogoalongwithchangesthat havetakenplace,howwehave workedhardtokeepoureldersand ouryouthengagedandtokeepour lifewaysandourculturealiveand well.

“Weworkveryhardtopreserve that.Wehavesomanypeoplewho aremovingheretoDelaware.No

matterwhereyougo,there’sanew developmentgoingup.Someofthe peoplewhoarenewheredon’teven realizeweareevenhere,sothesepresentationsaresoimportanttoeducate folksandteachthemwhoweare,” HalltoldtheCoastalPoint.

ShewillinformguestsaboutcurrentrenovationstotheIndianCenter, onJohnJ.WilliamsHighway(Route 24),whicharetheresultof$2.9millioninstateandfederalgrantfunding anddonations,includingfromThe FreemanFoundation,andupcoming renovationstothemuseum,whichis locatedafewmilesaway.

“Wehadagreatpartnershipwith theDelawareCenterfortheInland BaysandDNRECtoinstallthefirst phaseofthelivingshorelineat ThompsonIsland,whichisaverysacredplaceforus,”Hallnoted.“The [Indian]Centerisexpanding.Itwill doubleinsize.WewanttoputacommercialkitchenintheCentertohelp uswithourspecialoccasions,likeNativeAmericanDay,sowecanprepare foodsthereandhaveplentyofroom forstorage.Wewanttopartnerwith theDelawareFoodBanktoprovide theopportunityforlocalneighborsto haveaccesstofood,forthepublic,” shesaid.

Staffwillgetnewoffices,andthere willbeacomputerarea,reception areaandmeetingspace.

“We’rereallyexcitedaboutthat. Thatbuildingwasonceaone-room schoolhouseandaschool.Wehaveto protecttheintegrityoftheexisting building,soIwashappywhenwefinallydidgetthefinalarchitectural renderings.Wewillbeabletorecognizetheoriginalbuilding,”shesaid. Later,newplaygroundequipment willbeinstalled.

Forthemuseum,$950,000ingrant moneywasawardedtoreplacewindows,lightingandcarpeting.

“Wedon’thaveenoughmoneyto expandthemuseumrightnowbut havesomearchitecturaldrawingsfor ourvisiondowntheroad,andwe hopetowriteadditionalgrants,”Hall said.

HallwillalsotellguestsonNov.1 aboutanupcomingMarylandPublic BroadcastingServicedocumentary, “LibertyofConscience:theFounding ofMaryland.”About15Nanticoke tribalmembersareinthedocumentary,whichwillbebroadcastonPBS at8p.m.onSunday,Nov.16. ItwasfilmedinAprilonSt. Mary’sRiverinMarylandandexplores“indigenouslifebeforethe Englisharrived,settlersmarching intothenativevillagecarryingthe Britishflagandthecolorsofthe Calvertfamily,furtradingbetween thenativesandsettlers,andindigenousleadersmeetingwiththeCouncilofMaryland.”

Communityinvitedto celebrate25yearsof landpreservationatDBG

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

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

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

“Thismilestonedemonstratedthe powerofcommunitypartnershipandset thestageforayearofcontinuedmomentuminprotectingopenspace,”representativessaid.

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

Ticketsarenowavailableforpurchaseathttps://bit.ly/sclt25kickoff.

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

FormoreinformationabouttheSussexCountyLandTrustandits25thanniversarycelebrations,visit www.sclandtrust.org.

Thank You for Your Tremendous Support in Making Our Sixth Annual Whimsical Woods Event a Success! Over $62,000 Raised!

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EasternShoreEventscelebratesnewofficeandrebrand

EasternShoreEventsheldaribboncuttingceremonywiththeBethanyFenwickAreaChamberofCommerce onOct.7tocelebratethegrandopeningoftheirnewofficenearFrankford andlaunchtheirnewbrand.Friends, familyandcommunitymembersjoined toseethenewspaceandhelptheteam celebrate.

DebbieWayland,ownerofEastern ShoreEvents,hasmorethan30yearsof experienceineventandweddingplanning,bringingmorethan2,000clients’ visionstolife.

“FormerlyundertheDWFine Eventsbrand,EasternShoreEventsis excitedtoexpandintoofferingevent rentalsalongsidetheirplanningservices,”Chamberrepresentativessaid. “Fromweddingstocorporateandsocial events,theteamstrivestocreateyour idealeventbyutilizinglimitlessimagination,extensiveexperienceandcomprehensiveplanningknow-how.Plus, EasternShoreEventswillnowhavea widerangeofuniquefurniture,décor, chinaandglasswarerentalsavailablefor allyoureventneeds!”

TolearnmoreaboutEasternShore Events,visitdwfineevents.comortheir newlocationat34872PyleCenter Road,Frankford.Forquestionsand bookings,email easternshoreevents@gmail.com.

EasternShoreEventsandtheBethany-FenwickAreaChamberofCommerceheldaribbon-cuttingeventforEasternShore Events’newofficeandrebrand.

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Cops&GoblinsHalloweeneventaresoundingsuccess

BySusanCanfora StaffReporter

Masqueradingchildren,accompanied bytheirparents—manyalsoinunique disguises—wenttrick-or-treating,enjoyedridesandcompetedinacostume contestatCops&Goblins,theOcean ViewHalloweenfestivalthatonSaturday,Oct.25,attractedthousands.

Thoseattendingwereabletoenjoy slicesofcheesepizza,hotdogs,hamburgers,cheeseburgers,Rita’sIce,bottles oficywater—allfreeofcharge—and, ofcourse,avarietyofcandyanditems givenawayattablesdottingthepark andmannedbyrepresentativesofarea companiesandorganizations,including theCoastalPoint.

Childrenclimbedintoandplayedin bouncehouses—oneshapedlikea giant,inflatablealligator—rodepatient poniesandlistenedtospookymusic playedbyadiscjockeywhoencouraged littlewitchesanddevilstodancetheir wayintotheshelterattheparkforthe costumecontest,inseveralagecategories.

Amongcontestantswereachild dressedasadoughnutpairedwithher beamingpoliceofficerfather,masked killerscarryingplasticknives,Dorothy from“TheWizardofOz,”Spiderman, WednesdayAddams,aboystandingin theTitanic,skeletons,clownsanddogs, allhopingtobeawardedamedalortrophy.

Nearby,OceanViewPoliceChief KennethMcLaughlinshookhandswith localresidentsasfriendlyofficersatthe policedepartmenttablegreetedchildren andhandedoutminiaturecandybars, pencils, coloringbooks,plasticpolice badgesandbrightorangeplastictrickor-treatbags.

“Wecouldn’thaveCops&Goblins withoutallthecommunitysupport. Andweenjoydoingit,”McLaughin latertoldtheCoastalPoint.

“Iamreallyproudofmyteamhere inOceanViewandthepolicedepartmentandeverybodyatTownHallwho assistsus.It’sagreatwayforthepublic tocomeoutandmeetlocallawenforcement,”hesaid.“Thisisawonderfulopportunityforlocalfolksthatare interestedinacareerinlawenforcementtomeetwithpoliceofficesand learnmoreaboutthevariousjobopportunities.

“Cops&Goblinscontinuestobea flagshipinitiativedesignedto

CoastalPointphotos•SusanCanfora FamiliesfromallovertheareagatheredonSaturday,Oct.25, fortheTownofOceanView’sCops&GoblinsHalloweenevent. TheOceanViewPoliceDepartmentholdstheeventeachyear at JohnWestParkinOceanView.Theeventincludesacostumecontest,trickortreating,foodandbeveragesandso muchmore.

strengthenrelationshipsbetweenour officersandtheyouthofourcommunity.Attendancewasoutstanding,and wearegratefulforthetremendoussupportshownbylocalfamilies,”hesaid, estimating5,000to6,000guests.

Earlierthisyear,theHalloweencelebrationwasindangerofbeingcanceled duetoitsexpensetotheTown—about $25,000eachyear—butthecommunityralliedandthousandsofdollars wereraisedatagolftournamentand throughdonations.AfterthegolftournamentinApril,OceanViewMayor JohnReddingtonsaidtherewas“alotof supportouttheretomakeCops& Goblinshappen,sothereisnodanger ofitgoingaway.”

“Everybodyknowsaboutit,and everybodylovesit.WhenIgotupthere atthegolftournamenttotalkabout what agreatjobeveryonewasdoing,I said,‘Isthereanybodywhodoesn’t knowaboutCops&Goblins?’andthere

wassilence.Ilove itjustlikeeverybodyelsedoes.It’s alotoffun,”Reddingtontoldthe CoastalPoint.

“Weextend oursincereappreciationtotheFraternalOrderof PoliceLodge16, theTownof OceanViewand allpartners,volunteers,andsponsorswhohelped makethisevent possible.Welook forwardtomany moreyearsofconnectingwithouryoungresidents throughpositiveengagement,” McLaughlinsaid. Cops&Goblinsis“alotofhard

workformystaffandItodothisevery year,butit’sourwayofgivingbackto thecommunityandtothekids,”hesaid.

Clockwisefromtopleft:CamilleFritzofSelbyvilletakesherpumpkinpickingresponsibilitiesquiteseriously;ThischaractergreetedvisitorstoMillville'sTrailofTreatsonSaturday,Oct.25atEvansPark.Trick-ortreaterslinedupacrosstheparkwaitingtobeletinwellbeforetheeventopenedat4p.m.;TheGardeners BytheSeaGardenClubwasonhand,representedby,fromleft,AlvaHutchison,AnnBendersky,Sallie Melvin,TriciaLaplaciaandJoannaHaley;Trick-or-treaterslineduptocheckouttheboothsetupbyresidentsoftheParksidecommunity.ThewinnerofBestBoothatthisyear'sTrailofTreatswasClimateExperts.

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By Marc Goldstein

‘EchoesofGreatness’

TheMid-AtlanticSymphonyOrchestra(MSO)willcontinueits28th seasonwithaprogramofmasterworksby Beethoven,MozartandMendelssohn, ledbyguestconductorGeorgeJackson, musicdirectoroftheAmarilloSymphony.

Theconcerts,titled“EchoesofGreatness,”willbeperformedonThursday, Nov.6,at7:30p.m.atEastonChurchof God(Easton,Md.);Friday,Nov.7,at 7:30p.m.atEpworthUnitedMethodist Church(RehobothBeach);andSaturday, Nov.8at3p.m.atTheCommunity Church(OceanPines,Md.).

TheprogramfeaturesBeethoven’s “CoriolanOverture,”Mozart’s“SymphonyNo.39inE-flatMajor”and Mendelssohn’s“SymphonyNo.1inC Minor”—threeworksthatrepresentativessaid“togethertracetheevolutionof classicalform,dramaandyouthfulbrillianceacrossgenerations.”

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“Beethoven’s‘CoriolanOverture’ (1807)capturesthemoralconflictand tragicfalloftheRomangeneralCoriolanus,withfiercerhythmicdriveand emotionaldepththatmarkBeethoven’s maturestyle.Mozart’s‘SymphonyNo. 39,’writtenjustthreeyearsbeforehis death,standsasoneofhisfinalsymphonicmasterpieces—aworkof grandeurandgrace,blendingrichorchestraltexturewithmomentsofhumor andtenderness.Mendelssohn’s‘SymphonyNo.1,’composedwhenhewas just15,showcasesthecomposer’sastonishingprecocityandboundlessenergy, revealingtheearlyvoiceofageniuswho wouldbecomeoneofthegreatsymphonistsoftheRomanticera.”

GuestconductorGeorgeJackson, theysaid,“bringsaninternationalperspectiveandadynamicenergytothe podium,”andis“knownforhisfearless interpretationsanddeepengagement withbothclassicandcontemporary repertoire.”

Jacksonhasappearedwithmajorensembles,includingtheOrchestrede Paris,BBCSymphonyOrchestra,ViennaChamberOrchestra,andBrussels Philharmonic.Hisrecentworkwiththe EnsembleIntercontemporainincluding theworldpremiererecordingofSteve Reich’sReich/RichterforNonesuch Records.

“GeorgeJacksonisaconductorofrare insightandvitality,”saidMSOMusic DirectorMichaelRepper.“We’rethrilled towelcomehimtotheMSOforthis programthatcelebratesthelineageof greatsymphoniccraftsmanship.”

The“EchoesofGreatness”program continuestheMSO’smissiontobring world-classperformancestoaudiences acrosstheDelmarvaPeninsula,henoted. Ticketsandmoreinformationare availableat

www.midatlanticsymphony.orgorby calling1-888-846-8600.

JuiceBoxcelebratesgrandopeningofBethanyBeachlocation

OnWednesday,Oct.22,theJuice Boxteamheldaribbon-cuttingceremonyforthegrandopeningoftheir newlocationindowntownBethany Beach,alongwiththeBethany-Fenwick AreaChamberofCommerce.Thecommunitygatheredtocelebratetheestablishment’sthirdlocation,andenjoy coffeeandhealthybites.

“WithlocationsinOceanView, Bayside,andnowdowntownBethany, JuiceBoxisknownforlocallysourced healthymeals,smoothies,juicesand more,”Chamberrepresentativessaid. “Offeringpick-up,delivery,alimitedselectionofgroceryitemsandcatering, JuiceBoxhassomethingforeveryone, foranyoccasion.”

TolearnmoreaboutJuiceBoxvisit myjuicebox.bizorvisittheirnewestlocationat8N.PennsylvaniaAvenuein BethanyBeach.

JuiceBoxandtheBethany-FenwickAreaChamberofCommerceheldaribbon-cuttingceremonytocelebratethegrandopening of thenewBethanyBeachlocation.

RehobothBeachInternationalFilmFestivalstartsNov.3

TheRehobothBeachInternational FilmFestival(RBIFF)willreturnMonday,Nov.3,throughSunday,Nov.9. Nowinits27thyear,RBIFFcontinues asashowcaseforfilm,spotlighting Oscarcontenders,internationalstandoutsandacclaimedindependentworks. Thisyear’sfestivalisexpectedtoattract sold-outaudiencesandahostofindustryprofessionals,fromcelebratedfilmmakerstonotableon-screentalent.

PresentedbytheRehobothBeach FilmSociety,a501(c)(3)nonprofitand aregionaladvocateforindependent, foreign,documentaryandclassiccinema,thefestivalstandsastheorganization’ssignatureevent.The2025 programwillfeaturemorethan100 filmsspanningnarratives,documentariesandshorts,complementedby panels,specialtributesandred-carpet

events.

The2025RehobothBeachInternationalFilmFestivalhasunveiledits lineupoffilms,includingseveralOscarcontendinginternationaltitlesanda slateofU.S.andEastCoastpremieres makingtheirregionaldebuts.

ThefestivalopensonMonday,Nov. 3,with“TheBestYouCan,”starring KevinBacon,KyraSedgwick,Judd HirschandRayRomano.OnNov.5, thespotlightturnsto“Deathonthe Brandywine,”filmedentirelyin DelawareandfeaturingKateBurton, TucWatkinsandJayHuguley.Theslate continuesonNov.6withtwoscreenings:“FantasyLife,”starringHolland TaylorandAmandaPeet,and“Inside,” featuringGuyPearce.

Aspecialred-carpeteventwilltake placeonNov.7attheRehobothBeach

ConventionCenter,showcasingtwo films:theOscar-contendingshort “elle/elle,”directedbyKelleyKaliand starringLaGeorgeaandDanBucatinsky,alongside“StateofFirsts,”hosted byU.S.Rep.SarahMcBride(D-Del). OnSaturday,Nov.8,“TheChoral,” starringRalphFiennes,willheadline theevening’sprogram.

The festivalconcludesonSunday, Nov.9,withthreefeatures:“She Dances,”written,producedandheadlinedbySteveZahnwithEthan Hawke;Germany’sawardwinning drama“SoundofFalling”;andTaiwan’s “Left-HandedGirl”allofwhichareexpectedtomakethe2026Oscarsshortlist.

RBIFF’sdocumentaryprogramwill featurestorytellingfromaroundthe world,includingSXSW2025winner

“ArresttheMidwife,”NorthernIreland’s “Afghanistan,”LGBTQIAthought-provoking“TrueColors:AConversationin Gender”and“TheWork:AConversationWith…”adiscussionbetweenthree actingprofessorsfromJulliard.

Additionally,Saturday,Nov.8,includesFamilyFilmDay,withseveral familyfilmsscreeningatLewesElementaryauditoriumaspartofRBIFF’s commitmenttocommunityandappeal foraudiencesofallages.

Additionalinternationalhighlights includejust-addedOscarsubmissions fromSweden,“EaglesoftheRepublic,” and Finland,“100LitersofGold,”along withthefourotherOscarinternational contenders.

GeorgetownlibrarytohostSip’N’Shopfundraiser

TheGeorgetownPublicLibrary (GPL)willbeholdingitsFourthAnnualSip’N’ShopFundraiseronFriday, Nov.7,from6to8p.m.attheGeorgetownPublicLibrary,123W.Pine Street,Georgetown.

Shopperscanshowtheirsupportof thelibraryandmakeadifference,while biddingonsilentauctionitemsandtryingtheirluckwiththebasketraffles. Then,theycanunwindwithSalted Vineswines,appleciderandlighthors

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“Eachyear,RBIFFtransformsRehobothBeachintoadestinationfor filmloversfromacrossthecountry,” saidLisaBlack,boardmember,Artistic Committeechairandguildproducer. “Aswecelebrateour27thyear,weare committedtohighlightingstoriesthat sparkconversation,inspirecreativity andconnectcommunities.”

Thisyear’sprogramgoesbeyondthe screen,withpanelsthatwillrevealthe craftoffilmmaking.Filmmakersand actorswilljoinaudiencesforQ&As andinteractivetalkbacks.Highlights include“WritingandDirectingforTV vs.Film”withveteranstorytellerPerry Lang(“Weeds,”“AnInterviewwith God,”“GilmoreGirls”),and“CinematographyExcellence”withBarry

d’oeuvres,enjoylivemusic,explore sponsortablesandstrollthroughthelibraryspaces.AttendeescanunlockexclusiveperksbyjoiningtheFriendsof theGPL.

Admissionisfree,andallproceeds benefittheGeorgetownPublicLibrary, a501(c)(3)non-profit,whosevisionis “tochampionourcommunity’sflourishingbyembodyingallthat’sgoodabout Georgetown.”

“Thisyearisespeciallyexciting,”or-

Wetcher,SOCLifetimeAchievement Awardrecipientwithmorethan100 filmcredits(“GoodFellas,”“DieHard WithaVengeance,”“TheDevilWears Prada”),TonyC.Jannelli(“IndependenceDay,”“TheManchurianCandidate”)andPatrickCapone (“Succession,”“AmericanHustle”).Additionalconversationsarebeingscheduledtofeatureaward-winning filmmakers,emergingvoicesanddistributionexecutives,offeringinsiderperspectivesonthefutureofindependent film.

Festivalgoerscanalsoenjoythemed tributeevenings,VIPreceptionsand intimateopportunitiestominglewith nametalentacrossRehobothBeach andthesurroundingbeachtowns.

Friday’sprogrammingspotlights LGBTQ+storytellingwithaspecial appearancebyMcBride,presentingher

ganizerssaid,“becauseananonymous donorhasagreedtomatchtheproceeds, up to$10,000.Weneedyourattendance andsupporttohelpusreachthatgoal! Unlikemanylibrarysystemsthatreceive consistentpublicfunding,theGPLdependsonfundraisingeffortstosustain itsprogramsandservices.”

FormoreinformationabouttheSip ’N’ShopFundraiser,callthelibraryat (302)856-7958andaskforRachelor Meghan.

film“StateofFirsts,”followingbyKelleyKali’sOscar-contender,critically laudedshort“elle/elle”starringLa GeorgeaandEmmywinnerDanBucatinsky(“Hacks”).

Sunday,Nov.9,concludeswiththe AwardsCeremonyBreakfast,wherethe GlassWaveAwardwillbepresented across12Bestcategories,includinga $15,000grantfromPanavisionand softwarefromFinalDraft/Coverfly.

“Withitscuratedprogramming, timelythemesandfilmsdestinedfor awards-seasonrecognition,RBIFF2025 promisescinemawithpurposeand power—aweek-longcelebrationof storiesthatmatter,”saidDaveBever,executivedirectoroftheRehobothBeach FilmSociety.

Forfulllineupannouncements,ticket informationandfestivalupdates,visit https://www.rehobothfilm.com/rbiff2025.

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SussexTechnicalHighSchooltohosteighth-grader’openhouse

SussexTechnicalHighSchool,locatedat17099CountySeatHighway, Georgetown,ishostinganOpenHouse forcurrentSussexCountyeighth-grade studentsandfamiliesonSaturday,Nov. 8,from9a.m.tonoon.

Theeventprovidesanopportunity forprospectivestudentstolearnabout theCareer&TechnicalEducation (CTE)Technologies,academicandextracurricularprogramsofferedatSussex Tech.Communitymembersarealso beinginvitedtoattendtolearnabout theSussexCountyVocationalTechnical SchoolDistrict.

SussexTechisachoiceschooland admissionisthroughalotteryconductedbyDataServiceCenter.The openapplicationperiodisfromNov.3 throughJan.14,2026.Applicationscan becompletedonlineat schoolchoicede.org.Attendeeswillhave theopportunitytoreceiveassistance withcompletingtheapplication.

Formoreinformationaboutthe openhouseorSussexTechnicalHigh Schooladmissions,pleasecontactDean Johnsonat(302)854-2820or dean.johnson@sussexvt.k12.de.us,or visitsussexvt.org.

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Calendar

October30

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

BabyBees— JoinFrankfordPublicLibrary onThursdaysat11a.m.foraBabyBees StoryTimeforchildren,ages0to3.Stories,songs,andinteractiveplaypromote earlyliteracyandengagementwithother childreninarelaxedsettinginthechildren'sroom.Registrationisnotrequired. Questions,pleasecallus:302-7329351. We'reonFb@FrankfordPublicLibraryand Instagram@frankfordlibrary.

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

ClassicHorrorattheLibrary:Halloween (1978)— FrankfordPublicLibrarywill screenJohnCarpenter’sHalloween(1978) onThursday,Oct.30at5:30p.m.The

classicslasherfollowsbabysitterLaurie Strodeasshe’sstalk edbyescapedkiller MichaelMyersonaterrifyingHalloween nightinHaddonfield.RatedR;91minutes. Freeandopentothepublic;17-plusunlessaccompaniedbyanadult.Seatingis first-come,first-served.Call302-7329351orvisitusonlineat frankford.lib.de.us.FindusonFB@FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram@frankfordlibrary.

October31

RetirementReadyBootcamp,Part2— Areyoucurrentlynearingretirementorrecentlyretired?JoinusattheSouthCoastal Libraryat2p.m.forafree,three-partRetirementBootcampserieswithEricJohnston,President&FinancialAdvisorwith InFocusFinancialAdvisorsandinstructor withtheDelawareMoneySchool.Learn thebasicstrategiestoplanasuccessful retirement,maximizeyoursocialsecurity benefitandpositionyourportfoliotolast. Sessionsinclude:Oct.23:Investment Strategies,Oct.31:SocialSecurity,&Nov. 6:RetirementSuccess.Free,noregistrationrequired.HostedbytheSouthCoastal Library,43KentAvenue,BethanyBeach, DE19930www.southcoastal.lib.de.us

November1

Bingo— FranklinMasonicLodge#12of GeorgetownishostingBingoattheMills-

borofirehall.Doorsopenatnoonandthe gamesstartat1:30p.m.Admissionis$30 atthedoor,andhamburgers,hotdogs, chips,sodaandwaterwillbeavailablefor purchase.Therewillbe15games,one jackpotandfour50/50s.

OperationWeCare— TheVFWPost7234 Aux iliaryishostingafreeeventforpeople topaintaholidayornamentforouractive dutyservicememberswhoareoverseas, fromnoonto3p.m.Thisiseasyandfun, andisinpartnershipwithOperationWe Care,operationwecare.org.

Art&CraftFair— TheBethanyBayHoliday Arts&CraftFairwillbeheldatthe BethanyBayHOACommunityCenterfrom 10a.m.to4p.m.Theshowfeaturestalentedartisansandcraftersdisplayingtheir originalartwork,framedandunframed photograp hs,oysterandshell-ringdishes, bottlecharmsandothercrafts,wreaths andbaskets,plantsculpturesandterrariums,handmadejewelryandornaments, egretsculpturesandgnomes,crocheted items,andavarietyofjellies,jams,pickled itemsandmore.Thisisafree-admission event.

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

FallCraftFair— TheSwannKeysLadies AuxiliaryishostingaFallCraftFairfrom8

a.m.to1p.m.intheSwannKeysCommunityCenteronActivitiesWayinSelbyville. Therewillbemanycrafters,bakedgoods, a50/50drawingandfoodforpurchase. Cars andTractors— TheRoxanaVolunteerFire CompanyAuxiliaryishostinganAntiqueCar andTractorShowwithVendorFairfrom10a.m to 2p.m.Vehicleregistrationis$20from8to 10a.m.thatmorning.Therewillbeprizes, music,vendors,rafflesandfood—including friedoystersandwiches.

November3

ChamberGolf— TheGreaterMillsboro ChamberofCommercewillhostits2nd AnnualGolfTournamentatPlantation LakesGolf&CountryClubonMonday,Nov. 3,from8a.m.to4p.m.(Thiswas rescheduledfromOct.13duetoweather.) ThecharitablepartnerisUnstoppableJoy, whichprovidesphysicalandemotio nal supportprogramstopeoplewithcancer. Registrationcosts$600perfoursome, whichincludesgolfgame,networking,gift bag,drinkticket,buffetlunch,prizes,networkingandmore.Guestscanpurchase cashbar,50/50entriesandraffletickets. Registrationandbreakfaststartat8a.m., withashotgunstartat10a.m.Registerat golfgenius.com/ggid/LHG4NF.Forquestions,contactinfo@millsborochamber.com or(302)934-6777.

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10a.m.forSouthCoastalLibrary’s monthlymeetingaboutcrocheting,knitting andneedleworking.Allskilllevelswelcome.Makenewfriends,getinspiredby whatothersaremakingandlearnneedleworktipsandtricksinthisfungroupmeeting.Weencourageyoutobringyour currentprojectwithyou.Haveleftover yarn?Bringitandswapwithothers.Free, forages18-plus.Registrationisappreciatedandathttps://southcoastal.lib.de.us orbycalling302-858-5 518.Walk-insacceptedifspaceallows.Hostedbythe SouthCoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue, BethanyBeach,DE19930

Children’sFreeWinterCoats— South CoastalLibraryispartneringonceagain withOperationWarmtoprovidefamiliesin needwithabrand-newwintercoatfor theirchild/children.Thiseventwillrun from4-6p.m.inthechildren'swing.The coatsizesavailablewillbechildren'ssizes 4,5/6,7/8,10/12,14/16.Thefollowing offeringsareavailableonaf irst-come, first-servedbasiswhilesupplieslast:New WinterCoats,Pizza,Books,Grab&Go Crafts.HostedbytheSouthCoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue,BethanyBeach,DE 19930www.southcoastal.lib.de.us

StorytimeonParsonsFarm— JoinFrankfordPublicLibraryforstorytelling,songs, andcraftsatParsonsFarmoutdoorpavilionat11a.m.Oncoldorrainydayswe’ll beinsidethecafe.Storytimesareplanned untilDec.25.ThisStorytimeisopentoall ages.NoRegi strationisrequired.Call 302-732-9351orvisitusonlineatfrankford.lib.de.us.FindusonFacebook @FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram @frankfordlibrary.

HooksandNeedles— JoinusonMondays at1pmforafunafternoonofknittingand crocheting.Alllevelsarewelcome.Call 302-732-9351orvisitusonlineatfrankford.lib.de.us.FindusonFB@FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram @frankfordlibrary.

November4

HomeInternetOptions— Wonderingwhat youroptionsareforhomeInternetaccess inthisarea?Learnaboutthedifferent typesofinternetaccess,theirpros&cons, andwhichserviceprovidersofferthemin easternSussexCounty,atSouthCoastal Libraryat10:15a.m.Attendinpersonor viaZoom.Walk-insacceptedifspaceallows.Registrationisrequiredandavailable athttps://southcoastal.lib.de.usorbycalling302-858-5518.HostedbytheSouth CoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue,Bethany Beach,DE

StepB ackinTimeBookClub— Lovehistoricalfiction?Thisbookclubisforyou! WewillmeetatSouthCoastalLibraryat2 p.m.onaselectTuesdaymostmonthsto discussadifferenthistoricalfictionbook. ThismonththeywillbediscussingStolen QueenbyFionaDavis.Lightsnacksprovided.Registrationisappreciatedand availableatsouthcoastal.lib.de.usorby calling302-858-5518.Hostedbythe SouthCoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue, BethanyBeach,DE19930

VinyasaYog a— JoinSarahSchaber,RYT500certifiedyogainstructor,forafree,

one-hourVinyasaYogaclassatSouth CoastalLibraryat4:30p.m.Thisclassis moderately-pacedwithmorechallenging posesthanGentleFlowYoga.Createenergy,buildstrength,andpromoteflexibility andcirculationthroughoutthebody.Deep relaxationandstressreleasealsoincluded. Pleasebringayogamatandfoamblocks. Registrationopens4:30pmonOct.28and isathttps://southcoastal.lib.de.usorby calling302-858-5518.(Onlineregistration recomme nded!)Walk-insacceptedifspace allows.HostedbytheSouthCoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue,BethanyBeach,DE 19930

Dine&Donate— TexasRoadhouseinMillsborowillhostadineanddonateonTuesday,Nov.4,from3-9p.m.tobenefit MillsboroPoliceDepartment'snewK-9 Unit.Validondine-inorcarry-out.Guests mustpresentthefundraiserflyerinorder for10percentoffoodsalestobedonated totheMPD(downloadfromwww.millsboro.org/newslist.php).Fundrais ernotvalid onalcoholsalesorearlydinediscounts).

November4-7

ToySwap— TheSouthCoastalLibrarywill behostingasustainablecommunityToy Swap!Familiesareinvitedtobringupto onebagofclean,gentlyusedtoys,books, andgamestothelibraryonthefollowing dates/times:Nov.4and5at2–4p.m., Nov.6at4–6p.m.Familieswillbegivena ticketforeachtoydonated,whichtheycan thentradeinforanew-to-themtoybetween2–4p.m.onNov.7.Guidelines: Limitoneb agofitemsperfamily,share onlyitemsyou’dgladlypasstoafriend, smalleritemsmaybelumpedtogetherto equaloneticket,nobattery-operatedtoys, clothes,orstuffedanimals.Unsuitable itemsmayberefused.It’safunwaytorefreshyourplayroom,meetneighbors,and supporttheplanet.Registrationnotrequired—justdropin!Free,noregistration required.HostedbytheSouthCoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue,BethanyBeach,DE 19930302-858-5518https://s outhcoastal.lib.de.us

November5

StoryTimewithBeachBugs— JoinSouth CoastalLibraryat10:30a.m.foranother excitingoutdooradventurewithBeach BugsonthebeautifulPricklyPearTrail!Location:TrailheadParking,HickmanRd, OceanView,DE19970Registrationisrequiredandatsouthcoastal.lib.de.usorby calling302-858-5518.Hostedbythe SouthCoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue, BethanyBeach,DE19930

EstatePlanningandElderLaw— AttorneyKathlee nDelacywillgiveafreepresentationonhowtogetstartedwithestate planningatSouthCoastalLibraryat2p.m. Potentialpointsofdiscussionincludewills, trusts,PowerofAttorneyGuardianships, ElderLaw,Medicaidandoverallestate planning.SponsoredbytheDelaware MoneySchool.Registrationisappreciated andavailableatsouthcoastal.lib.de.usor bycalling302-858-5518.Hostedbythe SouthCoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue, BethanyBeach,DE19930

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ContinuingEvents

Clubs/Organizations

MarinesMeet— TheFirstStateDetachmentoftheMarineCorpsLeaguemeets onthefourthWednesdayofeachmonth attheDagsboroAmericanLegionPost24. AnyMarinesandNavyCorpsmenwho haveservedintheCorps,andlivingin SussexCounty,arewelcometojointo meettheirfellowveteransandconsider joiningtheorganization.Theirmissionis communityservicethroughcamaraderie andvolunteerism.Formoreinformation, call(571)332-8263.

Comm unityClub— TheSelbyvilleCommunityClubiswelcomingnewmembers,and meetsonthesecondThursdayofeach monthatSalemMethodistChurchat1 p.m.,withasocialhourfromnoonto1 p.m.Formoreinformation,visitselbyvillecommunityclub.orgoremailselbyvillewomensclub@gmail.com.

IntheGenes— SponsoredbytheLewes HistoricalSocietyandtheSussexCounty GenealogicalSociety,theGenealogistin ResidenceprogramisonthefirstSaturday ofeachmonthfrom 10a.m.to2p.m.in theReadingRoomattheLewesHistory Museum.MembersoftheSocietywillbe availabletohelpanyonewhohasquestions abouttheirfamilytree.TheLewesHistorical SocietyArchivesFamilyFileswillbeavailableforresearch.Formoreinformation, visitthematscgsdelaware.orgorhistoriclewes.org.

VIPMeets— VIPisasocialgroupforvisually-impairedpersons,andmeetsthefirst

andthirdWednesdayofeachmonthatthe MastersoncenteratSt.An nChurchfrom1 to3p.m.Newmembersarewelcome.For moreinformation,call/text/leaveamessage at(240)315-4361.

Women’sCivicClub— TheWomen’sCivic ClubofBethanyBeachmeetsonthesecondThursdayofthemonthatCripplecreek CountryClubat10a.m.Theorganization hasexpandedthroughoutSussexCounty, andhasbeenservingthecommunitysince itsfoundingin1925.TheClubisanonprofitorganization,formedinfriendshipand dedicatedtocivicandcharitable purposes andtheeducationofitsmembers.Formore information,orifyouareinterestedinattending,sendanemailto patishelen@msn.com.

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

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

LordBaltimoreWomen’sClub— Organizedin1934,LordBaltimoreWomen’sClub (LBWC)iscelebratingits90thanniversary ofservicetoSussexCounty.LBWCisa

non-profitorganizationwhichmeetsthe thirdMondayofeverymonth(September throughJune)at11a.m.atCrippleCreek Golf&CountryClubnearDagsboro.Dedicatedtohelpingthelocalcommunity, LBWCraisesfundsforeducationprojectsin localschools,scholarshipsforhighschool students,veteran’sprogramsandother charitableorganizations.Italsoprovides socialopportunitiestofosterfriendship,camaraderieandindividualenrichment amongitsmembers.Tolearnmoreabout LBWC,visitLbwclub.com.

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

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

LegionAuxiliary— TheAmericanLegion Auxiliary Unit24meetsthefirstTuesdayof eachmonthat5:30p.m.Ifyouareamemberorinterestedinjoining,pleaseattend. MeetingsareheldattheAmericanLegion Post24inDagsboro.

Women’sClubofIndianRiver— The Women’sClubofIndianRiver(WCIR)isa non-profitdedicatedtoservingthecommunitiesinandaroundtheIndianRiver.WCIR

raisesfundsandvolunteerstosupportlocal charities,educationprojects,veterans, women’sempowermentandtheenvironment.Itals oprovidesanopportunityforindividualenrichmentandcamaraderie amongstitsmembers.Tolearnmore,contactLynnatlthomp018@gmail.com. SaltwaterFlyAnglersofDelaware— Fly fishermenandwomenofallagesandskill levelsareinvitedtoattendtheclub’smeetingsonthesecondWednesdayofthe month(FebruarythroughDecember)atthe RollingMeadowsClubhouseinLewesat7 p.m.Formoreinformation,anddirections, visitsfaod.com.

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

PolishAmericanClub— ThePolishAmericanClubofDelmarvameetsthesecond WednesdayofeachmonthatColumbus Hall(behindSt.Luke’sChurch)inOcean City,Md.,from2to4p.m .Formoreinformation,emailrwc21tbk@gmail.com.

Drop-Ins

WethePeople— "WethePeople"isaneffortputtogetherbyBillMurphytocelebrate patriotismandcelebratetheflag,bymeet-

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ThankYou!

THE LADIES OF BEAR TRAP DUNES & THE DELAWARE

TO ALL THE SPONSORS, DONORS AND PLAYERS WHO MADE OUR 19TH ANNUAL DUNES PINK CLASSIC GOLF TOURNAMENT A MAJOR SUCCESS. OUR TOURNAMENT, HELD ON SEPTEMBER 30, 2025, DONATED $70,579 TO SUPPORT THE WORK OF THE DBCC.

Host Sponsor

CARL M. FREEMAN FOUNDATION

Corporate Sponsors

Bear Trap Dunes Golf Club

Beebe Medical Foundation

Tipco Technologies

Hole-In-One Sponsors

Marie & Walter Curran

Delaware Electric Coop

Connie & Roger Dierman

Carey & Jimmy Fagan

First Service Residential

Scott Lester/William Kendrick Co.

Maureen & Tom McCollum

Sue & John McMillan

Wendy Millar

Oceanova Spa

Sheri & Chas Peterson

Bobbi Stettner-Eaton

Karen Stout & Kathy Tierney

Woodstone Golf

Double Eagle Sponsors

Argo Enterprises

Bayside Golf Club

Baywood Greens Golf

Beach Liquors

Coastal Point

Cripple Creek Golf & Country Club

Besti & Kevin Delaney

Foreland Golf

Heritage Shores Golf

Steve Jones

Karr Family

Lindsay Karr

LPGA/Eastern Shore

Lighthouse Sound Golf

Amy & Steve Mann

Justin Mcintyre Charitable Foundation

Mergner Group of Morgan Stanley

Justin Noble

Ocean View Restaurant

Peninsula Golf Club

Scott Shuman Law Offices

Donna & Michael Tanguay

Tito’s Vodka & Breakthru Beverage Distributors

Danette & Mark Travaglini

Donna & Dale Whitman

Maureen & Dave Zadorozny

Eagle Sponsors

Heidi & Dan Adams

Atlantic Shoals

Ellen & Frank Atherton

Bayside Lady Golfers

Bethany Blues

Nancy & Jorge Colon

Creative Concepts

Danca Family

Eagle’s Landing Golf

Eastern Shore Custom Clubs

Natalie Falk

Greg Fiore

Ladies Golf Assoc. of Bear Trap Dunes

Linda Fiscus

Fishers Popcorn

Kalena Jewelers

Arlene Karr

Knights of Columbus of St. Ann’s

Olive McCormack

Perfect Furnishings

Riley Eaton Swim Foundation

Anne & Tom Sarao

Touch of Italy

Urban Float

Yuppy Puppy

Birdie Sponsors

1st Choice Properties

Addy Sea

Atlantic Bodywork Center

Atlantic Shoals

Banks Wine & Spirits

Coronado Jewelers

Bethany Florist

Bethany Surf Shop

Erica Brock-Lelyo

Lori Buthmann

Dottie Dietz

Aubre Duncan

Fish Tales

Jaye & Rob Greenfest

Kim Herker

Gwenn Hoffman Home Sweet Home Designs

Roger Kramp

Ledo Pizza

Lili’s Place

Lord’s Landscaping

Julie May

Mickey’s Family Crab House

Mulligan’s Pointe Golf

One Wellness Spa & Boutique

The Papery

The Parkway

Laurie & Bob Pence

Perucci’s Pie

Ruth Rendle

Right Balance Pilates

Vernon Powell

Sabieware

Salt Pond Golf

Salon on Central

Sea Colony Fitness

Sea Level Designs

Sedona

Barbara Smith

Linda Spoales

Summer Salts

Su Casa

Cindy Tippett

Vera Bradley

Stephanie & Tim Whelan

Barbara Wisneski

Yellowfin’s

Par Sponsors

Alice & Laila

Renata Andreani

Armand’s Bistro & Pizza

Baja Grill

Bethany Boathouse & Grill

Blue Crab

Blue Room Gallery

Carolina Street

Ria Carraro

Cedar Land & Sea

Clove & Cedar

Mary Ann Conlon

Judith Cordier

Sandi Dinelli

Diva Nails

Drifting Grounds

Maureen Ferrante

Amy Fields

Flavor

Flutterby House

Good Earth

Hester Ham

Harris Teeter

Hocker’s Family Restaurant

G & E Hocker’s Supermarket

Hometown Creamery

Linda Grimes

Groomer Gals

Gypsy Teal

Harvest Tide

Elspeth Hohnstine

Inland Bays Garden Center

Japanesque

Juice Box

L’ete & Co.

Lobster Shanty

Mango’s

Kathy McKinley

Patricia Milstead

Moon-Child Wood Craft

Anna Naigle

Jean Otter

Patti’s Hallmark

Penguin Diner

Pottery Place

Rebecca Rendina

Rippons Seafood

Rosenfeld’s Deli

Julie Schoen

Sodel

Sheila Spivey

Cindy Strouse

Tropicana Swimwear

Turtle Moon Designs

Weis Markets

Jon Wharton

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ingattheBethanyBeachbandstandevery Wednesdayat8:30a.m.tosupportthemilitary,lawenforcementandfirefighterswho serveandprotect.Allarewelcome.

AdultTime— AdultscanstopintheSouth CoastalLibraryanytimethey’reopento workonjigsawpuzzles,playcheckersor color.Thisisfree,andallmaterialsareprovided.

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

TeleserviceNavigators— TheGeorgetown PublicLibraryhostsTeleserviceNavigators 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/Biblioteca—

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

PawsforPeopleReadingTime— The Geor getownPublicLibraryhostsPawsfor PeopleonthefirstandthirdThursdaysof everymonthfrom4to5p.m.Readaloudto afurry,friendlytherapycompaniontohelp inspirealoveofreading.OfferedbyPaws forPeople.Readersofallagesandstages arewelcome.

ElementaryHomeschoolersProgram—

TheGeorgetownPublicLibraryhostsits HomeschoolProgramonthethirdTuesday ofeverymonthat1p.m.Everymonth,they offeradifferentactivityforelementaryschool-agedch ildren.

SocratesCafé— SocratesCaféisagroup ofindividualsfromdifferentbackgrounds thatdiscussphilosophicalideas.Meetings arethefirstTuesdayofeachmonth,from2 to3:30p.m.attheBethanyBeachChristianChurch.Everyoneiswelcome.For moreinformation,callBonnieat537-9440, orsendanemailto bonniejd.rae@gmail.com.

FlipFive— AmericanLegionAuxiliaryUnit 24inDagsboroishostingFlipFivegames onWednesdaynightsfrom6-8p.m.Participant smustarriveat6p.m.tobeeligible forwinner-take-allprize.Thepublicisinvitedtoattend.Youmustbe18-plustoattendorplay.Post24kitchenalsoserves from4-7p.m.Proceedsbenefit501(c) charities,withanemphasisonveteranprogramsandcommunity.

WingNight— AmericanLegionPost24in DagsboroishostingWingNightevery Thursdayat6:30p.m.Members,guests andthegeneralpublicareallinvited.

SeafoodNight— AmericanLegionPost24 inDagsboroishos tingSeafoodNightevery Fridayfrom4:30to7:30p.m.Karaokefollowsfrom7to11p.m.Members,guests

andthegeneralpublicareallinvited.

DinnerNight— AmericanLegionPost24in DagsboroishostingdinnereverySaturday from4:30to7:30p.m.DJ/Karaokewill performfrom7to11p.m.Members, guestsandthegeneralpublicareallinvited.

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

ThriftShopOpen— TheBethelThriftShop willbeopenonWednesdaysandSaturdays, weatherpermitting,from10a.m.to2p.m. Theyhavealargeselectionofgifts,holiday items,clothing,householdwares,toys, books,jewelryandmoretobenefitthe church’sprojects.Donationsofitemsare acceptedeachdaytheyareopen.TheThrift Shopislocatedat111HazzardStreetin Dagsboro.Fo rmoreinformation,call(302) 519-2984.

CashBingo— OceanCityElksLodge2645 ishostingCashBingoeveryWednesday, anditisopentothepublic.Doorsopenat 5p.m.andtheBingostartsat6:30p.m. Foodisavailablefromthekitchenbefore Bingostartsandatintermission.Formore information,call(443)605-5028.

RollerSkatingatSalem— SalemChurch inSelbyvillewillhostroller-skatingonthe secondandfourthFridaysofthemonth from6:30to8p.m.Thereisa$1regis trationfee.Rentalskatescomeinchildand adultsizes.Snacksanddrinksareavailable forpurchase.TheyfollowtheIndianRiver SchoolDistrictincaseofinclement weather.Formoreinformation,visitthemat www.sumc.com.

TableMeals— SalemChurchinSelbyville willhostfreemealseveryWednesdayfrom 5to7p.m.Therewillbeadifferentmeal offeredeveryweek,anddine-inorcarryoutisavailable.Allmealsareservedwith drinks,saladsanddesserts.Thefirst Wednesdayofthemonthwillfeaturepork tenderloin,withmac&cheeseandgreen beans.ThesecondWednesdaywillfeature chickenanddumplings,greenbeans, mashedpotatoesandgravy.Thethird Wednesdaywillfeaturelasagna,alfredo withchickenandbroccoli,breadandItalian weddingsoup.ThefourthWednesdaywill featurechickenlegquarterwithbaked beansandcoleslaw.ThefifthWednesday willbechef’schoice.

GriefShare— MarinersBethelGlobal MethodistChu rchoffersafreeGriefShare supportgroupeverySundayfrom1to3 p.m.atthechurch.Therewillbevaluable guidanceandtipsondealingwiththeloss ofalovedone.Formoreinformation,call 539-9510.

Politics

DemsMeet— The41stDemocratRDmeets thethirdThursdayofeverymonthatPizza KingRestaurantinMillsboroat6p.m.This isopentoanyDemocrats.Formoreinformation,callTomBrettat(443)257-2061. ShoreDems— TheShoreDemocrats meetsattheDenatBearTrapDu nes clubhousefrom11a.m.to1:30p.m.on thethirdWednesdayofthemonth.Thisis asocialorganizationthateducates,informsandcreatescamaraderieamong theirmembersthroughmonthlylunch meetingsthatfeatureengagingspeakers.

Formoreinformation,visitshoredemocrats.com.

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

DemocratsMeet— The38thRepresentativeDistrictDemocraticCommitteemeets thefirstWednesdayofeverymonthat5 p.m.Formoreinformation,update son speakersandmeetinglocations,visit deldems38.orgoremailingthemat Deldems38@gmail.com.

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

DemocratsMeet— The4thRepresentative DistrictDemocraticCommitteemee tsthe thirdTuesdayofeverymonthatCaptain’s PizzainMillsboro.Socialhoursbeginat 5:30p.m.,andthemeetingstartsat6:30 p.m.Thebusinessmeetingisopentoall registeredDemocrats.Formoreinformation,visitRD4atdeldems.org.

RepublicanWomenMeet— TheSussex CountyRepublicanWomen’sClubmeetson thefourthWednesdayofeachmonthonthe secondfloorofNicola’sPizzainLewes. Check-inbeginsat4:45p.m.fordinner, andthemeetingstartsat5:30p.m.Th e costis$40.RSVPbythe15thofeach monthtoinfo@scrwc.net.Theorganization educates,informsandcreatesfellowship withlike-mindedpeople.Formoreinformation,visitscrwc.netoremailthemat info@scrwc.net.

Fitness/Health/Dance

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

YogaClasses— MarinersBethelGMC hostsyogaclassesat5p.m.onWednesdaysintheArmorRoom,upstairsinthe churchbuilding,withHeatherMurphy. YogaisalsoofferedonSaturdayat9:30 a.m.withMicoleLinehan.Thedrop-infee foryogais$7.Classesareopentothe communityandallarewelcome.

ZumbaClass— MarinersBethelChurchis holdingazumbaexerciseclassintheHope Cent ergymeveryMonday,Wednesdayand Fridayat10a.m.Thereisa$8drop-infee. Noregistrationisnecessary,andallare welcome.Formoreinformation,sendan emailtozumbabyjo@gmail.com.

MultipleMyelomaSupport— The DelawareMultipleMyelomaSupportGroup meetsthethirdSaturdayofeverymonthvia Zoomfrom1to3p.m.Formoreinformation,contactSueIwahashiatmyelomaemailsue@gmail.com.

LineDancing— CapeHenlopenSeniorCenterishostingline-dancingcla ssesonMondays.Beginnersclassestakeplaceat10

a.m.,andImproversareat11a.m.For moreinformation,call(302)227-2055.

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

ArgentineTango— TheLewesSeniorActivityCenterishostingArgentineTango DancingonTuesdays,from7to9p.m. Adultsofallagesarewe lcome,andnoexperienceorpartnerisrequired.Thereisa $5fee,butthefirstvisitisfree.Enter throughthebackdoorofthefacility.For moreinformation,visitthegrouponlineat TangoByTheBeach.com.

GeorgetownWalkers— TheGeorgetown PublicLibraryhostGPLWalkersevery Mondayat9a.m.Thewalkingclubgoesto SandhillFieldsfora30-to40-minute walk,weatherpermitting.Thetrailbegins attheMurray’sLaneParkinglot,109-199 MurraysLane.Formoreinfor mation,call (302)856-7958,emailgeorgetown.library@lib.de.usorvisitthelibraryat123 WPineSt.,Georgetown. Tai-ChiClasses— BethelMethodistChurch

ishostingfreeTai-ChiclassesonTuesdays andThursdaysfrom10to11a.m.Thisis opentothepublic,andallarewelcome. Organizersdecribedtheclassesas“easy,” andcasualattireissuggested.Formore information,call(302)519-2984.

StrokeSupport— Astrokesupportgroup meetsatPAMHealthRehabilitat ionHospitalofGeorgetownonthesecondTuesday ofeverymonthat2p.m.Theclasswill consistoflinkingintotheJeffersonHealth StrokesupportGroupandalsohavein-personsupport.Reservationsarerecommended,butwalk-insarewelcome.For moreinformation,call(302)440-4866. Alzheimer’sCaregiversMeeting— A meetingforAlzheimer’scaregiversisheld thefirstandthirdThursdaysofevery monthattheOceanViewCHEERCenterat 1p.m.Themeetingslastforu ptotwo hours.

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

Al-AnonFamilyGroups— Al-Anonisa supportgroupforfamilyandfriendsofal-

coholics.Thegroupsaysyouneverhaveto bealoneagain.Al-AnonFamilyGroups meetatOceanViewPresbyterianChurch everyTuesdayfrom7to8p.m.

YogaSessions— St.Martha’sEpiscopal ChurchishostingYogaonMondaysat 9:30a.m.

BilliardsatIRSe niorCenter— TheIndian RiverSeniorCenterhostsabilliards8-Ball LeagueonMondaysandTuesdaysat8:30 a.m.,anditsbilliardsScotsDoubles LeagueonThursdaysat9a.m.forsenior centermembers.

Tai-ChiatIRSeniorCenter— TheIndian RiverSeniorCenterhostsTaiChiat10 a.m.onMondaysforseniorcentermembers.

SeniorStrength&BalanceatIRSC— TheIndianRiverSeniorCenterhostsSeniorStrength&BalanceonMondaysat1:30 p.m.andFridaysat10a.m.forsenior centermembers.

LaBlastFitnessatIRSC— TheIndian RiverSeniorCenterhostsLaBlastFitness onMondaysat2:15p.m.forseniorcenter

members.

ChairYogaatIRSC— TheIndianRiver SeniorCenterhostschairyogaat9:30 a.m.onTuesdaysforseniorcentermembers.

ZumbaatIRSeniorCenter— TheIndian RiverSeniorCenterhostsZumbaat11 a.m.onFridaysforseniorcentermembers.

Al-AnonFamilyGroup— TheWednesday MindfulnessAl-AnonFamilyGroupmeetsat CommunityLutheranChurchevery Wednesdayfrom7to8p.m.

Hobby/Craft

NeedlepointGuild— Delaware’s SeashoreChapterofTheAmerican NeedlepointGuildmeetsonthefirst Mondayofthemonthfrom10a.m.to2 p.m.attheGeorgetownPublicLibrary. Bringingaboxlunchisencouraged. Newmembersarealwayswelcome.For details,sendanemailtothechapterat delawaresseashorechapter@needlepoint.org.

CoffeeandCarsCruiseIn— St. George’sUnitedMethodistChurchand theGhostRydersCarClubarehosting acruise-inatthechurchthesecond andfourthFridayofeachmonth.This operatesfromAprilthroughOctober. The rewillbecoffee,donutsandfellowship.Formoreinformation,callMike Stramellaat(410)419-1843.

RadioOperators— AnyHamradiooperator,orpeoplewantingtomeetand greetothers,cangettogetheratthe MillsboroPizzaKingonThursdaysat

8:30a.m.TheARRLSectionManager usuallyattends.Formoreinformation, contactJackMagarat k8uyc80@gmail.com.

PenPalProgram— ThankstoapartnershipbetweenSouthCoastalLibrary, KentCountyLibraryandWellingto nCity Libraries,youcannowcommunicateby letterwithaNewZealander.Thisisa funwaytolearnaboutanothercountry andmakeanewfriend.Allinternational postageishandled,andyoucanbring inandpickupyourlettersatthelibrary.Formoreinformationandregistration,visitthemat delawarelibraries.libcal.com/event/113 66626orcall(302)858-5518.

Bookdiscussion— TheGeorgetown PublicLibraryhostsitsWednesday MorningBookDiscussiononthefourth Wednesdayofeverymonthat10:15 a.m.InNovemberandDecember,however,theywillmeetonthethird Wednesday.Booksareavailablefor pickupeachmonthatthelibrary.

Music

MusicJam— St.MatthewsBytheSea UnitedMethodistChurchishostinga MusicJamonthefirstandthirdFridaysofthemonthat4p.m.Alllevels arewelcome.

Women’sACapellaChorus— AchapterofSweetAdelinesInternationalInc. holdsrehearsalseveryMondayevening from6to8p.m.intheOceanPine s (Md.)CommunityCenter.Theyarelookingforladieswholovetosing.MemberscomefromMarylandand Delaware.Formoreinformation,call

Elissaat(410)641-8050,findthemon socialmediaorvisit delmarvachorus.org.

Museums/Displays

RailroadMuseum— TheDelawareSeaside RailroadClubhouseisaninteractivemuseumofmodelrailroading,andislocated at36668DuPontBoulevard,inSelbyville. TheyareopentothepubliceveryWednesdayfrom5to7p.m.,andever ySaturday, from10a.m.to3p.m.Admissionisfree. Formoreinformation,visitthemonlineat delawareseasiderailroadclub.com. Dinker-IrvinMuseum— TheBethany BeachMuseumatDinker-IrvinCottageis opentothepublicMonday,Wednesdayand Friday,from10a.m.tonoonduringsummer.Privatetoursareavailablebyappointment.Interestedgroupsof10-15maycall (302)539-8725.Admissiontothemuseum isfree,andparkingisavailableinfrontof themuseum.Themu seumisnothandicapaccessible.Formoreinformation,visitonlineattownofbethanybeach.com,andclick under“Residents/History/TownMuseum.”

SelbyvilleMuseum— TheSelbyvilleMuseumisopenfrom10a.m.to2p.m.onthe thirdsaturdayofeachmonththroughOctober.VariousrailroadandTownartifactsdatingbacktotheearliestagriculturaldaysof thetownareondisplay,alongwithpolice memorabiliathroughthelate20thCentury. Themuseumislocatedat6 RailroadAvenue.Admissionisfree.Formoreinformation,visitthemonlineat selbyville.delaware.gov.

NanticokeIndianMuseum— TheNanticokeIndianMuseumistheonlyNative AmericanmuseuminDelaware,andis

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

Faith

CommunityBibleStudy— GraceUnited MethodistChurchinMillsboroishostinga BibleStudythisfallonWednesdaymornings,startingonSept.6,from10a.m.to noon.Formoreinformation,andtoregister,visitsussexcounty.cbsclass.org.

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

BibleStudy— SalemChurchinSelbyville ishostingBiblestudyeveryThursdayat 10a.m.

Women’sBibleStudy— “WhenFaithBecomesSightHEAVEN,”byJenniferRothschild,aWomen’sBibleStudygroup,will meetatMarinersBethelchurchevery WednesdayfromSept.24throughNov.5, from10to11:30a.m.,or7to8:30p.m. Allwomenarewelcome.Toregister,visit marinersbethel.churchcenter.com.

WomenofFaith— Thewomen’sgroup meetsthefirst Mondayofthemonthat SalemChurchinSelbyvilleat6:30p.m. Formoreinformation,visitsumc.com.

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

Hacker&MalwarePrevention— Cyber crimeisthefast-growingcrimeonour planet!Ifyouhaven'texperiencedityet, youmostlikelywillinthenearfuture.Learn toprotectyourpersonalinformationas wellasyourcomputer,smartphone,iPad andotherinternet-accessingdevicesfrom hackers,viruses,ransomwareandother malwareinthisfreeclasstaughtbytech expertTrevorRoeofTransientCyber,at SouthCoastalLibraryat6p.m.Attendin person(r ecommended)orviaZoom.Registrationisrequiredandavailableatsouthcoastal.lib.de.usorbycalling 302-858-5518.Walk-insacceptedifspace allows.HostedbytheSouthCoastalLibrary, 43KentAvenue,BethanyBeach,DE19930 MahjongOpenPlay— FrankfordPublicLibrary’sMahjonggroupplaysWednesdays at1p.m.forcasualplay.Registrationis notrequired,butpriorplayingexperience ispreferred.Call302-732-9351orvisitus onlineatfrankford.lib.de .us.FindusonFB @FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram @frankfordlibrary.

Teens&TweensBookClub— JoinFrankfordPublicLibraryat5p.m.forourfirst Teens&TweensBookClubinterestmeeting.Wewilldiscussandtakesuggestions forourfirstbookpick.Comewithanopen mindorpreparedwithrecommendations. Snackswillbeprovided!Registrationisencouragedbutnotrequired.Call302-7329351orvisitusonlineat frankford.lib.de.us.FindusonFB@FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram@frankfordlibrary.

November6

Wetlands101— Arepresentativefrom DNREC’sDivisionofWatershedStewardshipwillpresentafreeeducationalprogramatSouthCoastalLibraryat10:30 a.m.onwetlands,whichcomprise25percentofDelawareland.Learnabouttheimportance,functionanduniqueecosystems ofvariousDEwetlands,fromcoastalareas tofreshwaterhabitats.Discoverhow DNRECconductswetlandsresearch,and howwe tlandscanbeprotected.Registrationisappreciatedandavailableatsouthcoastal.lib.de.usorbycalling 302-858-5518.HostedbytheSouth CoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue,Bethany Beach,DE19930

RetirementReadyBootcamp,Part3— Areyoucurrentlynearingretirementorrecentlyretired?JoinusattheSouthCoastal Libraryat2p.m.forafree,three-partRetirementBootcampserieswithEricJohnston,President&FinancialAdvisorwith InFocusFinancialAd visorsandinstructor withtheDelawareMoneySchool.Learn thebasicstrategiestoplanasuccessful retirement,maximizeyoursocialsecurity benefitandpositionyourportfoliotolast. Free,noregistrationrequired.Hostedby theSouthCoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue, BethanyBeach,DE19930www.southcoastal.lib.de.us

SCLTravelClub— Doyoulovetotravel? JoinusattheSouthCoastalLibraryat5 p.m.forourmonthlySCLTravelClubmeeting.Wedon’tactuallyt ravelinthisclubbut meettodiscussallthingstravel.Ages18pluswelcome.Topictobedetermined. Lightsnacksprovided.Free,registrationis appreciatedandavailableathttps://south-

formoreHoliday Items

Saturday, November 1 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

more information call: Debbie

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coastal.lib.de.usorbycalling302-8585518.Walk-insacceptedifspaceallows. HostedbytheSouthCoastalLibrary,43 KentAvenue,BethanyBeach,DE19930

BabyBees— JoinFrankfordPublicLibrary Thursdaysat11a.m.foraBabyBees StoryTimeforchildren,ages0to3.Storie s,songs,andinteractiveplaypromote earlyliteracyandengagementwithother childreninarelaxedsettinginthechildren'sroom.Registrationisnotrequired. Questions,pleasecallus:302-7329351. We'reonFb@FrankfordPublicLibraryand Instagram@frankfordlibrary.

Let’sPlayGames:ForAdults— Join FrankfordPublicLibraryThursdaysat1 p.m.toplaygamessuchasdominoes, Scrabble,andcardgames.Call302-7329351orvisitusonlineat frankford.lib.d e.us.FindusonFB@FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram@frankfordlibrary.

November7

ToySwap— TheSouthCoastalLibrarywill behostingasustainablecommunityToy Swap!Familiesareinvitedtobringupto onebagofclean,gentlyusedtoys,books, andgamestothelibraryonthefollowing dates/times:Nov.4and5at2–4p.m., Nov.6at4–6pm.Familieswillbegivena ticketforeachtoydonated,whichtheycan thentradeinforanew-to-themtoybetween2–4p.m.onNov.7 .Guidelines: Limitonebagofitemsperfamily,share onlyitemsyou’dgladlypasstoafriend, smalleritemsmaybelumpedtogetherto equaloneticket,nobattery-operatedtoys, clothes,orstuffedanimals.Unsuitable itemsmayberefused.It’safunwaytore-

freshyourplayroom,meetneighbors,and supporttheplanet.Registrationnotrequired-justdropin!Free,noregistration required.HostedbytheSouthCoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue,BethanyBeach,DE 19930 302-858-5518https://southcoastal.lib.de.us

BookClub— FrankfordPublicLibrary’s AdultBookGroupmeetsonthefirstFriday ofthemonthat1p.m.foraninformaldiscussionaboutafiction,nonfictionorclassictitle.TheGuestListbyLucyFoley. Copiesofthebookareavailableatthe FrankfordPublicLibrary.Call302-7329351orvisitusonlineat frankford.lib.de.us.FindusonFacebook @FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram @frankfordlibrary.

Learnto PlayMahjong— Mahjongisa fast-pacedgamethathascaptivatedplayersworldwideformorethanacentury. Combiningelementsofskill,strategy,and abitofluck,Mahjongiseasytolearnbut challengingtomaster.Thisisthefirstsessionofasix-sessionseries,heldatFrankfordPublicLibraryat1p.m.Thefirstfour weekswillbeateachingperiod,then coachedplay.Registrationisrequiredfor thesession.Youwillautomaticallyberegisteredforallsixsession s,$40.Call302732-9351orvisitusonlineat frankford.lib.de.us.FindusonFB@FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram@frankfordlibrary.

November7-8

FallCraftFair— TheParishofSt.AnnFall CraftFairwillbeheldatDelaneyHalland

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at 706-362-4733 Raffles, Pictures with Santa, Craft Table, Christmas Room, Chinese Auction, Jewelry, Silent Auction, Books, White Elephant Gifts, Bake Sale, Wine Pull, Food St. Luke Catholic Parish 24 th Annual

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Saturday, November 8, 2025 9AM—4PM

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

FallFest— St.AndrewOrthodoxChurchwill beholdingitsFallFest,from9a.m.to5 p.m.onFriday,andfrom9a.m.to4p.m. onSaturday.The rewillbethemedbaskets, aninternationalbakesale,international foods,churchtoursandaMediterranean market.

November8

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

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

TriviaNight— St.Ann’sDelaneyHallwill hostatrivianighteventat6p.m.There willbedinnerbyMac’scatering,dessert andprizes,foracostof$40perperson. BYOB.Theproceedswillbenefitthework oftheSt.VincentdePaulSociety.Gosee triviani ght2025svdp.cheddarup.comfor tickets.Nowalk-ins.

Pop-UpBookSale— StopbySouthCoastal Libraryforatwo-hourpop-upbooksale! Findgreatbooksforgreatprices!Previous bestsellers,cookbooks,beachreads,children'smaterials&more!Sponsoredbythe FriendsoftheSouthCoastalLibrary.Help supportyourlocallibrary!SouthCoastal Library,43KentAvenue,BethanyBeach, DE19930www.southcoastal.lib.de.us

STEMKitsfromEngineerEarly— This fall,fa miliescanenjoyfreeLargeSTEM Kitspackedwitheighthands-onactivities, completewithinstructionsandmaterials, atFrankfordPublicLibrary.TheEngineer EarlySTEMkitsincludeabookofSTEM activities,learningcards,andteaching toolstoextendtheactivities.Pickupakit totakehomeorjoinuson-sitetobuildand exploretogether.Diveintofunscienceand mathchallengesthewholefamilycan enjoy!Call302-732-9351orvisitusonlineatfrankford.lib.d e.us.FindusonFacebook@FrankfordPublicLibraryand Instagram@frankfordlibrary.

November8-9

ChickenSaladSale— MillvilleVolunteer FireCo.Auxiliary’sChickenSaladSalewill beatthefirehouse,from9a.m.to2p.m. onSaturdayandonSundayfrom9a.m.to noon.Thecostis$10forapound,ortwo poundsfor$18.Pre-orderat(609)2473649.

November9

QuarterAuction— TheAmericanLegion AuxiliaryUnit24willhostaquarterauction fundraiseronSunday,Nov.9.Costis$5 forfirstpaddleand$3foradditionalpaddles.Bringquarters,orpurchaseon-site. Prizesincludednew/nearlynewitems,plus giftcards.Doorsopenatnoon,andauction startsat1p.m.Proceedswillbenefitthe ALAUnit24missionstosupportmilitary veterans,theirfamiliesandthelocalcommunity.Theeventisopentothepublic. FoodwillbecookedandsoldbySonsof theLegion,Squadron24.TheAmerican LegionPost24islocatedat28181Nine FootRoad,Dagsb oro.

November10

FraudPreventionWorkshop— RepresentativesfromFultonBankwillprovideafree presentationonhowtodetectscamsand preventfraudatSouthCoastalLibraryat 10:30a.m.Registrationisencouragedand availableathttps://southcoastal.lib.de.us orbycalling302-858-5518.Walk-insac-

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ceptedifspaceallows.Hostedbythe SouthCoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue, BethanyBeach,DE19930

StorytimeonParsonsFarm— JoinFrankfordPublicLibraryforstorytelling,songs, andcraftsatParsonsFarmoutdoorpavilionat11a.m.Oncoldorrainydayswe’ll beinsidethecafe.Storytimesareplanned untilDec.25.ThisStorytimeisopentoall ages.NoRegistrationisrequired.Call 302-732-9351orvisitusonlineatfrankford.lib.de.us.FindusonFacebook @Fra nkfordPublicLibraryandInstagram @frankfordlibrary.

HooksandNeedles— JoinusonMondays at1pmforafunafternoonofknittingand crocheting.Alllevelsarewelcome.Call 302-732-9351orvisitusonlineatfrankford.lib.de.us.FindusonFB@FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram @frankfordlibrary.

November11

FeelingsRock— JoinFrankfordPublicLibraryandMs.Taylorat10:30a.m.fora 30-minutemusicandmovementclassfor childrenagedbirthto5years.S toryTime iscurrentlyheldinthelibrary.Registration isrequired.Youcansignuponlinebyvisitingusatfrankford.lib.de.us.orCall302732-9351.PleasefindusonFacebook @FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram @frankfordlibrary.

LearnDecoupage— JoinFrankfordPublic Libraryat2p.m.forstep-by-stepinstructionsasweguideyouthroughtheprocess

ofdecoupage,usingnapkinsandgluing themontoobjects.Youwillhaveyour choiceofshellornaments,gl assplates, glasscuttingboards,glassjars,glass vasesortealights.Thiseventisintended forteensandadults,16andup.Registrationisrequired.Youcansignuponlineby visitingusatfrankford.lib.de.us.orCall 302-732-9351.PleasefindusonFacebook@FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram@frankfordlibrary.

November12

PaintandGo— MasonDixonVFWPost 7234members,Auxiliarymembersand theirguestsareinvitedtothefacilityfora “PaintandGo”par tyfrom1to3p.m.For $30cash,aceramicpieceandpainting supplieswillbeprovidedtoyou.Therewill belunch(costseparatefromceramic painting)atnoon.RSVPtoSandraat(410) 599-5158byOct.29toattend.

FeelingsRock!— FeelingsRockisamusic andmovement-basedclassdesignedto helpchildrenunderage6andtheirfamiliesnavigatesocialemotionaldevelopment, atSouthCoastalLibraryat10:30a.m.Get readytolearnhowtorecognize,express andcopewithemot ionswhileengagingin funmovementactivities.Free,noregistrationrequiredbutparents/caregiversmust accompanychildren.Entryavailableona firstcome/firstservedbasis.Hostedbythe SouthCoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue, BethanyBeach,DE19930302-858-5518 https://southcoastal.lib.de.us TrueCrimeClub— Shareyourtheories, knowledge,andmemoriesoftruecrime caseswithfellowtruecrimeenthusiasts,at SouthCoastalLibraryat2p.m.!Ateach

90- minutemeeting,theclubwillexplorea particulartruecrimecase.Thismonth, we'lldiscussthecaseofRubyFrankeand JodiHildebrandt.Suggestedread(notrequired):TheHouseofMyMotherbyShari FrankeFree,forages18-plus.Registration isencouragedandavailableat https://southcoastal.lib.de.usorbycalling 302-858-5518.Walk-insacceptedifspace allows.HostedbytheSouthCoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue,BethanyBeach,DE 19930

Dine&Donate— TheSc holarshipCommitteeofSouthCoastalDEAARPwillholda dine-and-donateandbaketauction fundraiserfrom11a.m.to8p.m.atthe CottageCaféinBethanyBeach.Apercentageofthediningproceedswillbedonated. Thatrevenueandproceedsfroma50/50 cashraffleandbasketauctionwillgoto thescholarshipfund.Drawingsofwinners willbeginat7:30p.m.Noreservationsare required.ThelocalAARPchaptergivescollegescholarshipstoIndianriverHigh Schoolsenio rsandadultstudentsat DelawareTechnicalCommunityCollege. Formoreinformation,callIdaCristat(302) 732-6336.

SMPSeniorMedicarePatrol— Protect yourselfandlovedonesfromMedicare fraud,ataFrankfordPublicLibraryevent at11a.m.SeniorMedicarePatrols(SMPs) empowerandassistMedicarebeneficiaries,theirfamilies,andcaregiverstoprevent,detect,andreporthealthcarefraud, errors,andabuse.TolearnmoreinformationvisitSMP'swebsite -https://smpresource.org/.

hend,butalwayscontainingamessage, opinion,orstatementofwhoshewasand howshesawtheworld.After“visitingwith MissDickinson”wewilldiscussthelifeexperiencesandthesocialworldthatcreated boththewomanandthepoet.Thisp rogramisdesignedtoenrichourunderstandingofliterarygreatsandthecontextof theirworksinsocietyandtimeinanengagingandrelaxingatmosphere.Call302732-9351orvisitusonlineat frankford.lib.de.us.FindusonFB@FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram@frankfordlibrary.

FriendshipBraceletMaking— JoinFrankfordPublicLibraryat5p.m.forafunand craftyeveningoffriendshipbraceletmaking.Whetheryou'reaproorjuststarting out,com ecreatecolorfulbraceletsto sharewithyourfriends—orkeepasa coolreminderofthefunnight.We'llprovidethematerials;you'llprovidethe friendship!Bringyourcreativity,andget readytoknot,chat,andconnect.Spotsare limited,soregistrationisencouraged.Call 302-732-9351orvisitusonlineatfrankford.lib.de.us.FindusonFB@FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram @frankfordlibrary.

November13

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

EmilyDickinsonLife— Performedinperiodcostume,TrishChamberswillpresent thelifeandtimesofEmilyDickinsonat Fra nkfordPublicLibraryat3:30p.m. Thoughfewofherpoemswerepublished duringherlifetime,EmilyDickinsonbe-

CookingbytheBook— Eachmonth,participantsinthiscookbookclubwillchoose arecipefromthesamecookbookandthen makeandbringinthedishtosharewith thegroup,atSouthCoastalLibraryat1 p.m.Participantsareencouragedtodiscusscooking,recipes(andhowtoimprove them,)aswellasthebookitself.This month,wewillbesharingfoodsfromClassicGermanCookingbyLuisaWeiss.which isavailableforcheckout(whilesupplies last,)oryoumaylookatacopyinthelibrary.Participantsareencouragedtob ring theirownTupperwaretotakehomeleftovers.FREE,forages18-plus.Registration isrequiredandavailableatwww.southcoastal.lib.de.usorbycalling302-8585518.HostedbytheSouthCoastalLibrary, 43KentAvenue,BethanyBeach,DE19930 Let’sPlayGames:ForAdults— Join

p.m.toplaygamessuchasdominoes, Scrabble,andcardgames.Call302-7329351orvisitusonlineat frankford.lib.de.us.FindusonFB@FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram@frankfordlibrary.

YoungAdultBookClub— JoinFrankford PublicLibraryat5p.m.forarelaxedand engagingbookdiscussiontailoredforreadersages18to30.OurYoungAdultBook GroupmeetsonthesecondThursdayof eachmonthtochataboutamixoffiction, nonfiction,orclassictitles.Sto pbythe FrankfordPublicLibrarytopickupyour copy.Call302-732-9351orvisitusonline atfrankford.lib.de.us.FindusonFB @FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram @frankfordlibrary.

November14

FallGala— TheSt.Ann’sMen’sClubis holdingitsinauguralFallGalaatSignature’sRestaurantatBaysidefrom5:30to 9:30p.m.Theeveningwillfeatureabuffet dinner,livemusic,dancing,silentauction and50/50raffle.Sponsorshipopportunitiesarealsoavailab le.Allproceedswill benefitfoodpantiresandothercharitable organizationsinSussexCountythroughthe St.Ann’sMen’sClubandtheFoodBankof Delaware.Thecostis$65perperson.For sponsorshipopportunities,contactAudie Chongataudie.chong@hotmail.com.For informationontheevent,contactTimLinehanatlinehan121@gmail.com. SouthCoastalGenealogyGroup— This

monthlygroupmeetingisforgenealogy enthusiastsofallskilllevels,atSouth CoastalL ibraryat10:15a.m.Learngenealogyresources,tricks,andmethods fromeachotherinawelcomingenvironmentwhilemeetingothersandconversing aboutcurrentprojects.Themeetingis setupasadiscussion,however,selectgenealogyresourcesarealsoshown/demonstratedbymeetingfacilitator.Meetingsare heldeveryothermonthonselectFridaysat 10:15am(nomeetingsinSummer).Free, forages18-plus+,noregistrationneeded. HostedbytheSouthCoastalL ibrary,43 KentAvenue,BethanyBeach,DE19930 302-858-5518

Capitalism,Socialism&Other‘Isms’— Dr.BillGudelunaswillpresentatwo-part lectureseriesexaminingpoliticalandeconomicconceptssuchascapitalism,fascism,communism,socialismandmarxism atSouthCoastalLibraryat3:30p.m.Part 2willbeNov.17at4:30pm.Free,for ages18-plus.Noregistrationrequired. HostedbytheSouthCoastalLibrary,43 KentAvenue,BethanyBeach,DE19930 302-858-5 518

AmericanIndianTownsofSussex— The NanticokeIndianMuseumwillhostatalk byDanGriffithoftheArchaeologicalSocietyofDelaware,Inc.,from2to4p.m.The topicis“AmericanIndianTownsofSussex Countyinthe17thCentury.Admission costs$5perperson.

InherittheWind— Areadingof“Inheritthe Wind,”aplaybasedontheinfamous ScopesMonkeyTrial100yearsago,willbe presentedatSt.Martha’sEpiscopalChurch at3p.m.ThisispresentedbytheSt. Martha’sPa stYourPrimePlayers.Admissionisfree,andopentothepublic,but seatsarelimited.

November15

HolidayMarketplace— TheTownofMillville’sHolidayMarketplacewillbeheldat twogreatlocationsfrom10a.m.to2p.m. ItwillbeatEvansPark,andatTownHall. Therewillbe36localvendors,aGirlScout Cookiewalk,foodtrucksonsite,andToys ForTotsonhandtoacceptdonations. LEGOClub— Letyourchild'simagination runwildatLEGOClub,atSouthCoastalLibraryat 11a.m.!Ateachprogram,we'll focusonanewtheme,andLEGOsareprovided.Forages6-11years.Registrationis requiredandavailableathttps://southcoastal.lib.de.usorbycalling302-858-

5518.Walk-insacceptedifspaceallows. HostedbytheSouthCoastalLibrary,43 KentAvenue,BethanyBeach,DE19930 FrankfordPublicLibraryHolidayCraft andArt— JoinFrankfordPublicLibrary at10a.m.foramagicaldayofholiday shopping,handmadetreasures,andfestive cheer!Discoverone-of-a-kindgifts,seasonaldécor,anduniquecrafts—perfect forcheckingoffyourholidaylistwhilesupportinglocalartisans.Bringyourfamily andfriendsandgetintot heholidayspirit —shoplocal,givehandmade,andmake thisseasontrulyspecial!Call302-7329351orvisitusonlineat frankford.lib.de.us.FindusonFB@FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram@frankfordlibrary.

November17

GentleYogaFlow— JoinSarahSchaber, RYT-500certifiedyogainstructor,fora free,one-hourGentleFlowYogaclassat SouthCoastalLibraryat10:15a.m.Ideal forbeginners,seniors,andanyonelooking foraslowerflowpractice.Wewilll earn breathingtechniques,postures,andexercisestopromoteflexibilityandstrength, balance,andrelaxation.Pleasebringa yogamatortowelfromhome.Theinstructoralsorecommends4-inch-deepfoam

yogablocks.Ifyouareunabletogetonto theflooreasily,donotworry,wewillprovidechairs.Thereareoptionsforall!Registrationopensat12p.m.onNov.10and isavailableatsouthcoastal.lib.de.usorby calling302-858-5518.(Onlineregistration reco mmended!)Walk-insonlyacceptedif spaceallows.

Capitalism,Socialism&Other‘Isms’— Dr.BillGudelunaswillpresentatwo-part lectureseriesexaminingpoliticalandeconomicconceptssuchascapitalism,fascism,communism,socialismandmarxism atSouthCoastalLibraryat4:30p.m.Part 1willbeNov.14at3:30pm.Free,for ages18-plus.Noregistrationrequired. HostedbytheSouthCoastalLibrary,43 KentAvenue,BethanyBeach,DE19930 302-858-5518

Storyt imeonParsonsFarm— JoinFrankfordPublicLibraryforstorytelling,songs, andcraftsatParsonsFarmoutdoorpavilionat11a.m.Oncoldorrainydayswe’ll beinsidethecafe.Storytimesareplanned untilDec.25.ThisStorytimeisopentoall ages.NoRegistrationisrequired.Call 302-732-9351orvisitusonlineatfrankford.lib.de.us.FindusonFacebook @FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram @frankfordlibrary.

HooksandNeedles— JoinusonMondays at1pmforaf unafternoonofknittingand crocheting.Alllevelsarewelcome.Call 302-732-9351orvisitusonlineatfrankford.lib.de.us.FindusonFB@FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram

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November18

iPad&AppleUsersGroup— iPad,iPhone andotherAppledeviceusersofallskill levelsarewelcometoattendthismonthly supportgroupatSouthCoastalLibraryat 11a.m.Usersmeettodiscussnewfeatures,sharetips,andaskquestions.Attend inpersonorvi aZoom.Free,registrationis requiredandavailableathttps://southcoastal.lib.de.usorbyphoneat302-8585518.Walk-insacceptedifspaceallows. HostedbytheSouthCoastalLibrary, BethanyBeach,DE TracingYourHeritage— Lookingtotrace yourrootsbutnotsurehowtogetstarted? Registerforourfreebeginner’sgenealogy workshop,atSouthCoastalLibraryat2 p.m.NancyN,willwalkyouthroughgetting startedwithancestry.cominasmallgroup setting.Par ticipantscanexpectpersonalizedgenealogyassistanceandshouldbring atleastthreesurnamestoresearch.Feel freetobringyourownlaptop/tablet,oruse theonesprovided.Searchingwillinclude onlyU.S.databases.Registrationislimited andrequiredandopensat2p.m.onNov. 4athttps://southcoastal.lib.de.usorby phoneat302-858-5518.Walk-insacceptedifspaceallows.Hostedbythe SouthCoastalLibrary,BethanyBeach,DE. BoardMeeting— Thepublic isinvitedto

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theFrankfordPublicLibrary’sboardmeetingheldonthethirdTuesdayofeach monthat5:30p.m.Call302-732-9351or visitusonlineatfrankford.lib.de.us.Find usonFB@FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram@frankfordlibrary.

November19

MusicwithMissMaria— Littleones(ages 5andunder)willlovethislively,interactive musicprogram—packedwithsinging, dancing,andplayfulactivitiesthatget everyonemovingandsmiling,atSouth CoastalLibraryat10: 30a.m.!Free,no registrationrequiredbutparents/caregiversmustaccompanychildren.Entry availableonafirstcome/firstservedbasis. HostedbytheSouthCoastalLibrary,43 KentAvenue,BethanyBeach,DE19930 302-858-5518

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HappyBooker’sClub— JoinRachelforour nextHappyBookersmeeting,atSouth CoastalLibraryat2p.m.!Thegroupmeets onselectmonthstodiscussachosenwork offictionfromvariousgenresandauthors. T hismonth,wewillbediscussingThe BerryPickersbyAmandaPeters.Copiesof thebookareavailableforcheckout throughtheDelawareLibrariesCatalog withavalidDelawarelibrarycard.Registrationisrequiredandavailableat https://southcoastal.lib.de.usorbyphone at302-858-5518.HostedbytheSouth CoastalLibrary,BethanyBeach,DE CrimeSolvers— Areyouatruecrimelover oranaspiringdetective?JoinSouth

CoastalLibraryat5p.m.fora105-minute tabl etopgamewhereweexamineevidence,witnessstatements,etc.tocooperativelysolvefictionalmurders.Forages 18-plus.FREE,allmaterials&lightsnacks provided(orbringyourown—noalcohol.) Registrationbeginsat5p.m.onOct.1at https://southcoastal.lib.de.usorbycalling 302-858-5518HostedbytheSouth CoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue,Bethany Beach,DE19930

FallTea(Party)Luncheon— TheLordBaltimoreLionsClubishostingaFallTea (Party)Lunch eonatCrippleCreekCountry Club.ThespeakerwillbeLizFerguson,the ownerofFourAcresLiving,thenearbyalpacafarminFrankford.Theeventwillinclude50/50,U-Pick-It,raffleandthe winningdrawingoftheirLions’BeOur Guestraffle.Theluncheonmenuincludes scones,tomatobisque,assortedteasandwiches,dessert.Restricteddietsmaybe honoredwithpriornotice.Luncheontickets arepre-saleonly,andcost$32perperson. RSVPnolaterthanNov.10toLi onSheryl at(302)732-6387,MondaythroughSaturday,10a.m.to7p.m.

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

ShakespeareWorkshop— Stepintothe spotlight!Studentsgrade5-12areinvited tojo inFrankfordPublicLibraryat5p.m. foraShakespearecrashcourseworkshop. LearnthebasicsoftheBard,focusingon thefoundationsofperformanceandShake-

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speareanpoetry.Bytheendofclass,you willbereadytoperformyourveryown Shakespearesonnet,monologue,orsoliloquy!Spaceislimited,soregistrationisencouraged!Call302-732-9351orvisitus onlineatfrankford.lib.de.us.FindusonFB @FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram @frankfordlibrary

November20

JigsawPuzzleSwap— Bringuptothree jigsawpuzzlestoswapforonesthatothers haveleft,atSouthCoastalLibraryat2 p.m.Puzzlesshould,tothebestofyour knowledge,havealltheirpieces,bein goodcondition,andbeintheiroriginal,untapedcontainers.Swapendsat3:30p.m. Wealsohavetwocommunityjigsawpuzzlessetupinthelibraryforyoutohelpus completewheneverwe’reopen.Puzzles canalsobeborrowedfromotherlibraries foryoutodoathome —justplaceahold ontheminourcatalog!Hostedbythe SouthCoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue, BethanyBeach,DE19930https://southcoastal.lib.de.us302-858-5518.

Kids’CornhuskPeopleCraft— R.O.O.T.S. YouthDevelopmentwillteachyourelementary-agedchildtocraftsimpledollsfrom driedcornhusks,justlikeearlyhomesteadersoncedid,atSouthCoastalLibraryat5 p.m.Thiscraftwillconnecttoculturalhistoryandstorytelling.Registrationisavailableathttps://southcoastal.lib.de.usorby phoneat302-858-5518.Hostedbythe SouthCoastalLibrary,BethanyBeach,DE. BabyBees— JoinFrankfordPublicLibrary Thursdaysat11a.m.foraBabyBees StoryTimeforchildren,ages0to3.Stories,songs,andinteractiveplaypromote earlyliteracyandengagementwithother childreninarelaxedsettinginthechildren'sroom.Registrationisnotrequired. Questions,pleasecallus:302-7329351. We'reonFb@Frankfo rdPublicLibraryand Instagram@frankfordlibrary. Let’sPlayGames:ForAdults— Join FrankfordPublicLibraryThursdaysat1 p.m.toplaygamessuchasdominoes, Scrabble,andcardgames.Call302-7329351orvisitusonlineat frankford.lib.de.us.FindusonFB@FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram@frankfordlibrary.

LegoClub— Callingallbuilders!Whether newtoLegosoraMasterBuilder,joinus atFrankfordPublicLibraryat5p.m.toengageyourimaginatio nandbuildyourlatest Legocreation.Thisprogramisforages6 andup.Call302732-9351orvisitusonlineatfrankford.lib.de.us.FindusonFB @FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram @frankfordlibrary.

November22

Build&PaintwithLowesKits— Children ages6-12willhavefunpickingtheirBuild &GrowkitfromLowes,atFrankfordPublic Libraryat11a.m.Wewillprovideallmaterialstoassemblehereandpaintyour woodenproducttotakehome.Call302732-9351orvi situsonlineat frankford.lib.de.us.FindusonFB@FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram@frankfordlibrary.

November24

GentleYogaFlow— JoinSarahSchaber, RYT-500certifiedyogainstructor,fora free,one-hourGentleFlowYogaclassat SouthCoastalLibraryat10:15a.m.Ideal forbeginners,seniors,andanyonelooking foraslowerflowpractice.Wewilllearn breathingtechniques,postures,andexercisestopromoteflexibilityandstrength, balance,and relaxation.Pleasebringa yogamatortowelfromhome.Theinstructoralsorecommends4-inch-deepfoam yogablocks.Ifyouareunabletogetonto theflooreasily,donotworry,wewillprovidechairs.Thereareoptionsforall!Registrationopensat12p.m.onNov.17and isavailableatsouthcoastal.lib.de.usorby calling302-858-5518.(Onlineregistration recommended!)Walk-insonlyacceptedif spaceallows.

StorytimeonParsonsFarm— JoinFrankfordPublicLib raryforstorytelling,songs, andcraftsatParsonsFarmoutdoorpavilionat11a.m.Oncoldorrainydayswe’ll beinsidethecafe.Storytimesareplanned untilDec.25.ThisStorytimeisopentoall ages.NoRegistrationisrequired.Call 302-732-9351orvisitusonlineatfrankford.lib.de.us.FindusonFacebook

FinraisertocelebrateMERRs25thanniversary

SomeofthebestthatDelawarehas toofferwillbeavailableforbiddingat theannualFinraiser,onSaturday,Nov. 8,attheSalerooceanfrontvenueatop theHenlopenHotelinRehoboth Beach.Theeventwillmarktheorganization’s25thanniversaryaspartof itsyear-longcelebration.

Thepremierefundraisingeventfor theMarineEducation,Research& Rehabilitation(MERR)Institute,the Finraiserisanopportunitytocelebrate withfood,musicandwine-tasting,and gettingajumponholidaygift-giving whilesupportinglocalmarinemammalandseaturtlerescueandresearch.

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HooksandNeedles— JoinusonMondays at1pmforafunafternoonofknittingand crocheting.Alllevelsarewelcome.Call 302-732-9351orvisitusonlineatfrankford.lib.de.us.FindusonFB@FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram @frankfordlibrary.

November25

ArtStrongforAges5&Under— Little artistswillexplorecolors,textures,and

AttendeescanchoosefromanumberofitemsfromDelawarebusinesses availableforbidding.Fromfineart piecesandhomegoodstopetitems andtravelpackages,thisyearfeatures anarrayofopportunitiestogetan earlyjumponholidayshopping.

“TheFinraiserisourbiggestcelebrationoftheyear,”saidMERRExecutiveDirectorSuzanneThurman.“It’s achanceforustoshareallourhard workandeffortsthroughouttheyear inafun,excitingeveningthatalso servesasoneofourbiggestfundraisers tohelpusfundoureffortsinthefuture.”

materialsthroughfun,hands-onactivities atSouthCoastalLibraryat10:30a.m.This playfulclassencouragesimagination,selfexpression,andearlyskillbuildingwhile kidscreatetheirownmasterpieces.Registrationisrequiredandavailableat https://southcoastal.lib.de.usorbycalling 302-858-5518.HostedbytheSouth CoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue,Bethany Beach,DE19930

PAWSforReading— Snuggleupwitha friendly,well-traineddogandpractice readingaloudinafun,supportiveway,at SouthCoastalLibraryat 4p.m.!Eachchild gets10minutesofone-on-onereading time.Bringyourfavoritebookorchoose onefromthelibrary.Perfectforages5+.

Theeventwillfeaturelivemusic fromlocalfavorite33⅓playingclassic rockhits.Inaddition,abevyofwine selectionsfromBin66willbepoured bycelebritybartenders.Theevening willfeatureliveandsilentauctions,an arrayofhorsd’oeuvres,coffeeand desserts,andanopportunitytocelebratewithmembersoftheMERR StrandingTeam.

Itemstobeauctionedthisyearinclude:giftbaskets,jewelry,homeand gardengoods,travelpackages,sports andpetitemsanduniqueexperiences.

“ThisyearmarksMERR’s25thanniversary,sotheFinraiserisparticu-

Free,mustcall(302)858-5518toregister. HostedbytheSouthCoastalLibrary,43 KentAvenue,BethanyBeach,DE19930 https://southcoastal.lib.de.us

FirstStepsinWatercolors— Inthis10:30 a.m.festiveclassatFrankfordPublicLibrary,we'llexplorethejoyofcreating homemadecardsusingsimpletechniques ofdrawing,wate randcolor.Yourbeautiful cardswillbringsmilesfromfamilyand friendsovertheholidayseason.Registrationisrequired.Call302-732-9351or visitusonlineatfrankford.lib.de.us.Find usonFB@FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram@frankfordlibrary.

larlymeaningthisyear,”Thurmansaid. “It’sagreatwaytoreflectonallof MERR’seffortsthroughouttheyears inacelebratorymanner.”

Ticketsfortheeventcost$100and areavailabletopurchasethrough MERR’swebsiteatmerrinstitute.org. Proceedsfromtheeventgotowardthe rescueandresearchofmarinemammalsandseaturtlesinDelaware,as wellassupportingtheireducationprogramsforstudentsandthecommunity.

Ticketsarestillavailable,butthere isalimitednumberandtheeventhas soldoutinthepast.

November26

StoryTimeforAges5&Younger— Bring yourlittleonetoStoryTimeforsongs,storiesandlotsoffun,atSouthCoastalLibraryat10:30a.m.!Perfectforchildren age5andunder.Noregistrationr equired. HostedbytheSouthCoastalLibrary,43 KentAvenue,BethanyBeach,DE19930 MahjongOpenPlay— FrankfordPublicLibrary’sMahjonggroupplaysWednesdays at1p.m.forcasualplay.Registrationis notrequired,butpriorplayingexperience ispreferred.Call302-732-9351orvisitus onlineatfrankford.lib.de.us.FindusonFB @FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram @frankfordlibrary.

Evans,SherryShultie,Doug Oliphant,DennyOliphant,Lavessa Dennis,PeggyJalotandRich Oliphant.

AcelebrationofOliphant’slife willbeheldonSaturday,Nov.8, 2025,atnoonattheGumboroVolunteerFireCompany,37030MillsboroHighway,Millsboro,Del.

DanaChristinePiper-White,44

DanaChristinePiper-White,44, ofMillsboro,Del.,passedaway peacefully,athome,onOct.20,2025. ShewasbornonApril23,1981,in SilverSpring,Md.,thedaughterof SusanMaryPiperandthelateJerry W.Piper.

Shewasacreativeandfree-spiritedsoulwhofoundjoyinpainting andsinging.Shelovedspendingtime innature,andhadadeepfascination withastrology,theheavens,andthe beautyofthemoonandstars.Her warmth,laughterandartisticspirit touchedthelivesofthosearoundher. Shewillberememberedforherkind heart,creativeenergy,andthelight shebroughttoeveryonewhoknew her.

Piper-Whitewasprecededin deathbyherfather,JerryW.Piper. Sheissurvivedbyherbelovedchildren,CarmenPiperandNathan White;hercherishedgranddaughter, CameliaKillian;hermother,Susan Piper;herpartner,JuanPabloHernandez;hersister,AmandaPiperVazquez(andJesus);herbrother, JerryPiperJr.;herniece,KylaPiper; hernephew,OwenEckert;andmany lovingauntsanduncles.

Servicesweretobeheldatalater date.Herlifememorialwebpageisat www.watsonfh.com.

DonaldA.Powell,90

DonaldA.Powell,90,ofFrankford,Del.,passedawayonTuesday, Oct.21,2025,attheDelawareHospiceCenterinMilford,Del.Hewas bornattheFenwickIslandLighthouseinFenwickIsland,Del.,on Aug.25,1935,sonofthelateElmer J.PowellandthelateMattieH. (Gray)Powell.

HewasaproudgraduateofLord BaltimoreHighSchool,intheClass of1953,andhonorablyservedhis countryintheU.S.ArmyNational Guardfrom1957to1963.

Alifelongfarmer,Powellbegan farmingin1953andcontinueduntil hisretirementin2007.Throughout hiscareer,hewasrecognizedasa NationalCornGrowermultiple timesandservedasaDekalb/Channelcornseeddealer.Knownforhis strongworkethicanddedication,he workedtirelesslytoprovideforhis familyandtakecareofthelandhe loved.

Inhisyoungeryears,heenjoyed quailhuntingwithhisfather.Healso servedhiscommunityasmanagerof theBeaverDamCanalTaxDitch, andasamemberofboththeFarm PreservationBoardandtheSoil ConservationBoard.Hewasaproud memberofAmericanLegionPost24 inDagsboro,Del.

Powellandhisbelovedwife, Paula,sharedmanywonderfulyears togetherandlovedtraveling,especiallyspendingtimeattheirhomein MyrtleBeach,S.C.

Inadditiontohisparents,Powell wasprecededindeathbyhisdaughter,AndreaPowellHarrison,in2010; agranddaughter,AshelyNicole Baker,in2001;andabrother, CharlesJ.Powell,in1964.Heissurvivedbyhislovingwifeof65years, Paula(Cropper)Powell;twosons, RexfordT.Powellandhiswife, Suzette,andJamesRandyPowell andhiswife,Judy;fivegrandchildren,BethanyPowellJonesandher husband,Jordan,JamesR.PowellJr., JodieE.Powell,TrevorGradyHarrisonandGregoryTuckerHarrison; andsixgreat-grandchildren,Isabella GraceJones,AlexandraDupreJones, AriellaSkyeJones,AdalynnBrooke Jones,AshtonGabrielJonesand MaverickJamesPowell.

Avisitationwillbeheldfrom10 a.m.tonoononSaturday,Nov.1, 2025,attheOceanViewChapelof MelsonFuneralServices,38040 MuddyNeckRd.,OceanView,Del., whereafuneralservicewillbeginat noon.Intermentwillfollowat Mariner’sBethelCemeteryinOcean View,Del.Inlieuofflowers,the familysuggestedmemorialcontributionsinPowell’snametoDelaware HospiceCenter,100PatriotsWay, Milford,DE19963.Condolences maybesentbyvisitingwww.melsonfuneralservices.com.

MelanieJayneRickards,57 MelanieJayneRickards,57,of DagsboroDel.,passedawayunexpectedlyonFriday,Oct.24,2025,at BeebeHealthcareinLewes,Del.She wasbornonNov.4,1967,inLewes, Del.,daughterofFrancis“Frank” RickardsIIIandYvonneLong RickardsofDagsboroDe. Rickardswaslovedandcherished byallwhoknewher.Shehadacontagiouslaughandchild-likeexcitementforlife.Shelovedgivingand receivinggiftsfromherfriendsand family,andenjoyedbeingapartof everyholidayandbirthdaycelebration.Herpastimesincludedwatchingherfavoritetelevisionshows, playingboardgames,handheld games,cuttingoutcouponsforher motherandcompletingword searches.Shelovedanimalsandwas uptosingalonganddanceanytimea catchysongwasplaying.Rickards wasa1986graduateofIndianRiver HighSchool,whereshewasproudly crownedPromQueenthatsameyear. Throughoutherlife,sheregularly attendedchurchwithherfamilyand wasamemberatCrossroadsCommunityChurchinDagsboro,Del. Althoughshefacedmanychallenges inherlifeasapersonlivingwith Pr aderWillisyndrome,shenever complained,neverstoppedsmiling, andwasalwayslookingforwaysto bringjoytoherfamilyandfriends. Shewillbedearlymissed. Rickardswasprecededindeathby hermaternalgrandparents,Chester MarshallLongandChristineLong; herpaternalgrandparents,Francis RickardsJr.andAlmaC.Rickards; herauntMarshaLy nnPhillips;her auntanduncleLamarandEunice England;hergreat-auntandgreatuncleEarlandMaryRobinson;her great-grandmotherPearlBanks Dunn;andhergreat-grandparents

WilliamJ.MooreandLurena“Reenie”Moore.Sheissurvivedbyher loving,dedicatedparents;hersister MariaWilsonandherhusband,B. KeithWilson,ofDagsboro,Del.;her uncleC.RPhillips,alsoofDagsboro; herfirstcousinReneeYoungandher husbandT.JYoung,andtheirson, ReedYoung,allofDagsboro;andher special“sister,”MarleenShelton;as wellasmanycherishedcousinsin DelawareandGeorgia.Thefamily thankedallthenursesofChristiana Carefortheirloveandhelpoverthe years.

AvisitationwillbeheldatMelson’sFuneralhome,43Thatcher Street,Frankford,Del.,onFriday, Oct.31,2025,at10a.m.,witha servicetofollowat11a.m.IntermentwillbeheldatthePr ince GeorgeCemetery,Dagsboro,Del. Flowersarebeingaccepted,ordonationscanbemadetothePr ader WilliSyndromeAssociationUSAat https://www.pwsausa.org/.

MaryLeeTanzola,79

MaryLeeTanzola,79,ofMillsboro,Del.,passedawayonOct.25, 2025,atBeebeHealthcareinLewes, Del.ShewasborninNewark,N.J., onOct.14,1946,daughterofthe lateArmandoFratiniandLucy (Toscano)Fratini.

Tanzolaworkedasabenefitsadministratorinthepharmaceuticalindustry,whereherprofessionalism andkindnesstouchedmanylives.In retirement,sheremainedactivein hercommunityasamemberofthe GardenClubandasaformersecretaryofherhomeowners’association. Shedevotedmuchofhertimeto charitablework,volunteeringwith MealsonWheelsandhelpingatthe soupkitchenatSt.Mark’sEpiscopal ChurchinMillsboro.

Shelovedspendingtimeatthe beach,feelingthesandbeneathher feetandtheoceanbreezeonherface, andtraveling.Aboveall,shecherishedtimespentwithherfamilyand friends,whobroughthergreatjoy throughoutherlife.

Tanzolawasprecededindeathby herparents.Sheissurvivedbyher belovedhusband,MatthewC.Tanzola;herchildrenJosephand Kristinaandherfiancé,Charles;her sister,ElizaMenafra;andherbest friend,RosemaryPucciuto.

AcelebrationofTanzola’slifewill beheldonSaturday,Nov.15,2025, atnoonatSt.Mark’sEpiscopal Church,110W.StateStreet,Mills-

boro,Del.,withvisitationfrom11 a.m.tonoon,priortotheservice, withareceptionimmediatelyfollowingattheparishhall.Inlieuofflowers,memorialdonationsmaybe madeinTanzola’smemorytoSt. Mark’sEpiscopalChurch,P.O.Box 422,Millsboro,DE19966.Herlife memorialwebpageisatwww.watsonfh.com.

LindaDianeWest,72

LindaDianeWest,72,ofGeorgetown,Del.,passedawaypeacefully,at home,onOct.22,2025.Shewas borninWilmington,Del.,onSept. 28,1953,daughterofthelateJohn PaulBradfordandNellieGenevieve (Worting)Bradford.

Aftergraduatinghighschool, Westwentontoworkasanassistant managerforAmes,whereshewas

knownforherdedicationand friendlynature.ShewasanavidcollectorofDucksUnlimiteditemsand enjoyedspendinghertimewatching herfavoritetelevisionshows,especially“TheWaltons.”ShelovedtravelingtoWestVirginiaandhada deepaffectionforanimals,particularlyherbelovedchows.Shewillbe rememberedforherkindheart,love offamilyandgentlespirit.

Westwasprecededindeathbyher parents,andhersisterandbrotherin-law,SharonandMacMcGinnis. Sheissurvivedbyherlovinghusband,RonaldLeeWest;hertwo step-children,RhondaTurner(and Carlton)andBradWest(andJenniferNegron);hertwostep-grandchildren,BrittanyLong(andJesse) andBrookeTurner;hersiblingsJohn Bradford(andValerie),BillBradford

(andSharon),RobertBradford(and Keri)andPatEitner(andTim);and hernieces,TammyEitnerandSherri Longfellow(andAaron),April McGinnis(andBud),HeatherSerman(andGuy),RobertBradfordJr., KellyBradford(andMike),Calvin McGinnis(andStacy),BillBradford Jr.andLindsayBradford;multiple great-niecesandgreat-nephews;and auntsanduncles.

Afuneralservicewillbeheldon Thursday,Oct.30,2025,at11a.m.at WatsonFuneralHome&Crematorium,211S.WashingtonStreet, Millsboro,Del.,withaviewingfrom 10to11a.m.,priortothestartof theservice.Intermentwillfollowat Carey’sCampCemetery.West’slife memorialwebpageisatwww.watsonfh.com.

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FRIDAY

Halloween II (60) AMC 9 p.m.

Laurie Strode (Jamie Lee Curtis) finds herself haunted once again, surviving a night of horror at the local hospital. There, she finds herself face to face with her greatest nightmare, Michael Myers (Dick Warlock), who is keen on getting his revenge.

Murder at the Motel (23) A&E 10 p.m.

In March of 2017, police responded to calls of a gunshot at the Surf Motel in Sacramento, Calif. They found Leonora Montoya with a gunshot to the head — execution style. Police raced to locate the killers, who are identified in this season premiere.

SATURDAY

College Football

(6) WBOC 7:30 p.m.

It’s a battle of the Northwest as quarterback Zevi Eckhaus and the Washington State Cougars travel to Reser Stadium in Corvallis, Ore., to take on Maalik Murphy and the Oregon State Beavers. The Beavers began the season with four straight losses.

Austin City Limits (12) WCPB 11 p.m.

Five-time Grammy-winning jazz artist Samara Joy comes to the ACL stage to perform works from her celebrated 2025 album “Portrait.” The 25-year-old singer includes songs such as “You Stepped Out of a Dream,” “Autumn Nocturne” and “No More Blues.”

SUNDAY

NFL Football

(11) WBAL 8:15 p.m.

Jayden Daniels and the Washington Commanders welcome Sam Darnold and the Seattle Seahawks to Northwest Stadium in Landover, Md., in NFC action. The Commanders lead the all-time regular season series 13-7, but the Seahawks lead 3-0 in the post-season.

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

Noye (Jack Lowden) and his associates are finally convicted, but when police realize the gold was split up following the robbery, their search must continue. Palmer (Tom Cullen), meanwhile, is found not guilty and Parry (Sean Harris) is arrested.

11 News (N) Inside Ed. (N) Wicked: One Wonderful Night (N) St. DenisSt. Denis News (N) (:35) J. Fallon

(N) Table Test Kitchen Father Brown Death in Paradise Astrid "Underground" Farm-HarvestConnection

St. Francis (Pa.) at TCU(N)(Live) Postgame (N) <+++ Django Unchained ('12)Jamie Foxx.

MONDAY

St. Denis Medical (11) WBAL 8 p.m.

Laughter is the best medicine in this Season 2 premiere as Dr. Ron (David Alan Grier) smirks his way to saving lives on a daily basis. Meanwhile, Joyce (Wendi McLendon-Covey) is the glue that keeps things moving, which is not what glue is supposed to do.

The Weakest Link (5) FOX (69) WTXF 9 p.m.

This time, eight football legends must work together to bank the maximum amount of prize money across multiple rounds by answering rapid-fire trivia questions. At the end of each round, the legends vote off who they believe to be weakest.

Independent Lens (12) WCPB 10 p.m.

Disabled filmmaker Reid Davenport looks into the right-to-die community and critically exposes how systemic failures and policy issues have left some disabled individuals feeling like their only option is death. Includes the work of Elizabeth Bouvia.

TUESDAY

Unstoppable (60) AMC 8 p.m.

An unmanned runaway train carrying deadly chemicals is capable of killing thousands of people and causing an environmental disaster. Only a veteran engineer (Denzel Washington) and a young conductor (Chris Pine) are in a position to stop it.

Wife Swap: The Real Housewives Edition (61) BRAV 9 p.m.

Acting as a spinoff of the ever-popular “Wife Swap”series, this latest iteration follows a “Real Housewife” favorite as they navigate swapping their creature comforts and luxuries for the realities of living in an average, everyday household.

Doc (5) FOX (69) WTXF 9 p.m.

As Season 2 continues, a patient helps Amy (Molly Parker) reconcile with her past, Michael (Omar Metwally) gets questioned about his actions during the hostage crisis, TJ (Patrick Walker) returns to work and Hannah’s (Emma Pfitzer Price) has a plan.

WEDNESDAY

Road House (60) AMC 8 p.m.

Ex-fighter Elwood Dalton (Jake Gyllenhaal) takes a job as a bouncer at a rowdy roadhouse. His quest to clean up the bar puts him in the crosshairs of a ruthless real estate mogul (Billy Magnussen) and his psychopathic enforcer (Conor McGregor).

Abbott Elementary (7) WMDT 8:30 p.m.

They may be overwhelmed, outnumbered and underfunded, but Janine (Quinta Brunson) and her fellow teachers at Philly’s Willard R. Abbott Elementary are doing their best to give the students an education they won’t soon forget. Janelle James also stars.

NOVA (12) WCPB 9 p.m.

Part one of this two-part documentary follows the engineering challenges and life-threatening incidents that took place during the construction of the International Space Station. Astronauts and insiders recount all of the difficulties.

THURSDAY

Wicked: One Wonderful Night (11) WBAL 8 p.m.

With the release of “Wicked: For Good” just around the corner, this two-hour special event will give you just enough of a taste to keep you salivating a bit longer. Academy Award-nominated cast members Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande will appear.

9-1-1: Nashville (7) WMDT 9 p.m.

Chris O’Donnell, Jessica Capshaw, LeAnn Rimes, Kimberly Williams-Paisley, Juani Feliz and Michael Provost star in this series about heroic emergency first responders as they work to keep Music City running smoothly and out of danger.

Special Forces: World’s Toughest Test (5) FOX (69) WTXF 9 p.m.

As this hard-hitting competition continues, the remaining recruits are put into pairs and tasked with retrieving a hostage and vital intel before the compound fills with

course.

ByJasonFeather StaffReporter

The10highschoolsinSussex CountycametogetheronWednesday, Oct.22,tocrowntheannualcounty championincrosscountryatSandhill FieldsinGeorgetown.Whenallthe runnersfinallycrossedthefinishline andthescoreswerecalculated,itwas CapeHenlopenHighSchoolthat edgedoutSussexAcademyinboththe boys’andgirls’teamstandingstowin thecounty’stopprize.

Itwasamost-excitingfinishinthe boys’raceasSussexAcademy’sRyan Moody heldoffCapeHenlopen’sRiley Stazzoneforthewin.Moody’stimeof 15:52.3wasjustone-tenthofasecond fasterthanStazzone’sat15:52.4.Cape scored20pointsfortheteamwinto SussexAcademy’s45.IndianRiver’s boys’teamwasthirdwith81points.

IR’sBraydenRobinsonwas20th withhistimeof18:01.6,leadingthe green-and-gold’soverallteameffort.All fiveofthetopIRrunnersfinishedinsidetheTop30overall,withJohn Spencercrossingin22ndplace (18:10.6), AidenMageein24thplace (18:19.8),DavidMillerin26thplace (18:26.1),andOwenConnorin30th place(18:30.6).

TheonlyotherrunnersintheTop 20notfromCapeHenlopenorSussex AcademywereSeaford’sToshikiKuga (13th/17:53.4),SussexCentral’sJaycen Davis(16th/17:57.4),andSussex Tech’sChaseJohnson(17th/17:58.5).

SussexTechwas4thintheoverall teamstandingswith123pointsfollowedbySussexCentral(143),Woodbridge(177),Laurel(188),and DelmarvaChristian(203).BothDelmarandSeaforddidnothaveenough runnerstoqualifyfortotalpointsinthe standings.

CapeHenlopensophomoreClaudia Stazzonewonthegirls’racewithher timeof19:29.8.Shewasnearly30-secondsaheadofthe2ndplacerunner fromSussexTechSavannahStevenson at19:56.4.Cape’sNatalieSchneider was3rdat20:06.2,whileSussexAcademy’stoptworunnersRileyMoriarity andJordanBladeswere4thand5th with timesof20:30.2and20:39.3,respectively.

IndianRiverrunnerscompeteatcountyrace

CoastalPoint•JoeMaciey Above,LeilaHernandez-Sandoval crosses thefinishlineintheSussex CountyChampionshiponWednesday, Oct.22.Right,agroupofboysapproach thefinishlineduringthemeet.

wasIndianRiver’stopfemalerunner crossingthefinishlinein12thplace withhertimeof21:52.4,whileteammateEmilyDaviswas16that22:25.3. SophomoreGraceClarkwasalsoinside theTop20in19thplaceat22:31.3.The othertwoIRrunnerstoscorepoints weresophomoreShayneVanZeein 29thplace(23:39.8)andfreshman GraceBarthelmessin41stplace (24:50.8).

TheVikings’34pointsledtothe gir ls’titlewithSussexAcademyfinishingin2ndwith41points.SussexCentralwas3rdwith93points,whichwas justaheadofIRin4thplacewith101 points.SussexTech(120),Woodbridge (151),Delmar(204),Laurel(224),and Seaford(254)roundedouttheteam standings.DelmarvaChristiandidnot haveenoughrunnerstoqualifyforteam points.

IRboys’soccerwinsfourthstraight,preparesforpostseason

ByMikeStern StaffReporter

TheIndianRiverHigh Schoolboys’soccerteamisapproachingthepostseasonona roll.

TheIndianswontheirthird andfourthstraightgameslast week,bothbyshutouts,asthey eyedthepostseason.

TheyhandledvisitingDelmarvaChristian,4-0,onMonday,Oct.27,thankstoa two-goaleffortbyseniormidfielderPabloAriasandsingle talliesbyseniorforward NathanielMahaffeyandfreshmandefenderTorinCrotty.

Ariasnettedhisteam-leading ninthand10thgoalsoftheseasoninthesecondand10thminutes,respectively,togiveIRHS anearly2-0lead.

Mahaffeymadeit3-0with hiseighthmarker,andCrotty addedhisthirdgoalinthefinalminuteof thefirsthalf.

TheIRboys’soccerseniorsposeforaphotoonSeniorNight.

Cluskeykeptthegameclosebymaking20 saves.

Mahaffey,seniorforwardKabotDavis andseniordefenderTravisGosnelleach earnedassists.

JuniorgoalkeeperShaneForjanearned hissixthshutoutoftheseason.

Royals’juniorgoalkeeperIsaiahMc-

TheIndians(9-3-2overalland6-3-1 inHenlopenConferenceplay)weresetto finishtheirregularseasonagainstvisiting SussexAcademyonWednesday,Oct.29, (afterCoastalPointpresstime).

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IndianRiver5,SussexTech0

TheIndiansusedtheirquick-strike offensetoscorethreegoalsinafourminutespanforthethirdstraightgame. SeniordefenderCarsonPorterscored twice,andtheIndiansusedanown-goal midwaythroughthefirsthalfenrouteto

ashutoutvictoryovervisiting HenlopenConferencerival SussexTechonThursday,Oct. 23.

TheIndiansthrilledthe SeniorRecognitionNight crowdwithacommandperformancehighlightedbyaggressivedefenseand continuousballpossession.

TheGreen&Goldbrokea scorelesstiewhenashotby seniorforwardKabotDavisdeflectedoffadefenderandinto thenetinthe27thminutefor anown-goal.

Porternettedhisfirsttwo goalsoftheseasoninthe28th and31stminutetoincreasethe Indians’leadto3-0.SeniorforwardNathanielMahaffeyassistedonPorter’sfirstmarker.

Thesecondhalfwashighlightedbytwolong-distance shotsthatfoundthebackof theSussexTechnet.Ariastalliedhisteam-leadingeighthgoalinthe 27thminute,andseniormidfielderAngeloRetzosfollowedwithhissecond markeroftheseasoninthe52nd minute.

Forjandidn’thavetomakeasaveand recordedhisfifthshutoutofthe2025 season.

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ByMikeStern StaffReporter

TheIndianRiverHigh Schoolgirls’volleyballteam hasearneda2025DIAA playoffspot.

TheNo.17-seedIndians visitedNo.16-seedSaint Mark’sonWednesday,Oct. 29,forafirst-roundpostseasonbattleinthe24-team tournament.

IRHSreachedthepostseasoninheadcoachChad Zook’ssecondseasonatthe helm.TheIndians(11-4 overalland8-4inHenlopen Conferenceplay)earned theirberthafterwinning theirlasttwomatchesbythe identicalscoreof3-0against SussexAcademyonOct.16 andatWoodbridgeonTuesday,Oct.21.Thewinnerof theIRHS-SaintMark’s matchwassettovisitNo.1 seedCaesarRodneyfora Round2showdownonFriday,Oct.31,beginningat6 p.m.

TheRiders(14-2overalland 10-1inHenlopenConference

play),whoearnedafirst-roundbye, haddefeatedtheIndians,3-1,on Tuesday,Sept.23.IRcapturedthe

secondsetofthatmatch,25-23, andlostsetsone,threeandfourby thescoresof25-18,25-20and25-

13,respectively. CaesarRodneywasundefeatedthisseasonuntilthey lost3-1toCaravelAcademy onThursday,Oct.23,and30toLakeForestinthe HenlopenConference championshiponSaturday, Oct.25.

AstheIndiansheaded intotheplayoffsthisweek, junioroutsidehitterTaygan Conawayledtheteamwith 105kills,andjunioroutside hitterIsabelleDoreywas secondwith99.Juniorsetter TaylorHevnerpacedthe squadwith209assists,while sophomoresetterMia MacIsaacwassecondwith 90.Hevneralsoledinserviceaces,with40,while Doreywassecond,with32. Freshmanmiddleblocker LillianKregerledtheteam withnineblocks,andsenior middleblockerTaliyahMcCrayaddedseven.Inthe digsdepartment,senior liberoLilaBrownledthe teamwith156,andHevnerwas secondwith72.

BAYLIE WILLIAMSON

Senior/Girls’ Field Hockey

The goal scoring superstar put an exclamation point on the IRHS girls’ field hockey regular season. Baylie connected for her 26th goal of the 2025 season early in the first sudden death overtime period to break a scoreless tie and give the Indians a hard-fought 1-0 Henlopen Conference victory over visiting Milford on Senior Recognition Day, Thursday, October 23. Williamson is the new school career record holder for goals with 86 and points with 210.

SalutetotheIRHSSeniors

ByMikeStern StaffReporter

Sheisanimportantcontributorwho makesthedefensesostingy.

Withouther,theIndianRiverHigh Schoolfieldhockeyteamwouldnot haveregisteredsevenshutoutsorlimitedopponentstojustsevengoalsin theirfirst11games.

SeniorrightbackdefenderLucy Williamsoncomposespartofthedefensivebackboneoftheteam.

“Lucyhasbeendominantonthedefensiveend,consistentlyshuttingdown opponentswithherstrengthanddetermination,”saidIRHSgirls’fieldhockey headcoachTorrieHuk.“Hertoughness shinesthroughineverygame,setting thetonefortheteam’sdefensiveintensity.Sheplayswithincredibleheartand givesitheralleverytimeshestepson thefield.”

Enteringthisseason,Williamson wasdeterminedtogiveherbesteffortin everypracticeandeverygame.

“Ididn’tdothatjustformyself,but formyteammatesandcoachingstaff,” shesaid.“Thisyear,I’vegrownasbotha playerandateammate.I’velearnedhow

importantitistocommunicateonand offthefield,andtostaypositivewhen thingsbecometoughonthefield.What makesmeproudisn’tjusttheshutouts, thewinsorthegoals—it’sknowing thatImadeadifferenceinmyteam’s spirit.I’velearnedthatleadershipisn’t

aboutbeingtheloudestvoice,butabout liftingothersupandgivingyourallfor theteam.”

BeingapartoftheIRHSfield hockeyteam,Williamsonsaid,hasbeen oneofthemostfulfillingandchallenging experiencesofherlife.

“Asoneofthefieldhockeyteam leaders,I’velearnedthatleadershipisn’t alwayseasy,”saidthe5-foot-2resident ofDagsboro.“Itmeansshowingup everysingledaywithenergyandfocus, evenwhenthingsgettough.Itmeans keepingtheteamtogetherthrough challenges,liftingmyteammatesup whenthey’redown,andsettinganexamplethroughhardworkandpositivity.

“It’sbeendeeplyrewarding,”she added.“Watchingmyteammatesgrow, celebratingtheiraccomplishments,and comingtogetherasateamhasmade everychallengeworthwhile.Beinga leaderonthisteamhasgivenmeconfidence,purposeandmemoriesthatI’ll carrywithmeforever.Ithasn’talways beeneasy,butithasbeenoneofthe mostmeaningfulpartsofmyhighschoolexperience.”

Williamson’sfieldhockeyteammates includehercousinBaylieandCaroline Williamson.

“Recallingthefamilybasketball gamesatourUncleKevin’shouse,we werealwaysacompetitivefamily,”she said.“Butbeingonthesamefield

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Golftournamentto raisefundsinmemory ofCharlieWilliamson

ByMikeStern StaffReporter

ThefamilyofCharlieWilliamson hascreatedtheFirstAnnualCharlie WilliamsonMemorialGolfTournamenttoraisemoneyforthepurposeof establishingascholarshipinhername. TheeventisscheduledforSaturday, Nov.1,beginningat10a.m.atSalt PondGolfClub,402BethanyLoop, BethanyBeach.TheraindateisSaturday,Nov.8.

Williamson,a2024graduateofIndianRiverHighSchool,passedaway onMay20attheageof19.Thescholarshipwillsupportstudentswhowant topursuetheirdreamsthroughhigher education,aswellasprovideassistance tolocalfamilieswhoarefacingheartbreakingloss.

Throughthiseffort,theWilliamson familyhopestocarryforwardherspirit ofkindnessandcompassiontohelp othersinthecommunity.

Thetournamentisafour-person scrambleandwillnotrequireagolf handicap.Theentryfeeis$125per person,withholesponsorshipsavailable at$250.

IRHSfootballhandleshostSussexTech,43-7

ByMikeStern StaffReporter

Thebusinesstripwasasuccess.

TheIndianRiverHighSchoolfootball teamclimbedoffoftheirbuslikeexecutivesexitingaredeyeflightandmadeshort workofhostSussexTech.TheIndiansdefeatedtheRavensinGeorgetown,43-7,on Saturdaymorning,Oct.25,improvingto30inClass2A,District3,playand8-0overall.

ThedefendingClass1AstatechampionIndiansmadeitlookeasy,buildinga 36-7leadbyintermission,thankstoanotherdominantperformancebytheiroffense.

“Whenwegotoffthebus,wewerefocused,”saidIRHSfootballheadcoachPhil Townsend.“Weknewitwasabusinesstrip andthatweneededtogetofftoafaststart. Thedefensewasgettingstopsearly,and SussexTech’sfirsttwodriveswereeach threeplaysandout.Offensively,weexecutedandputtogethersomegoodtouchdowndrives.Andwedidnothavetopunt theentiregame.

“Allphasesofthegamewereclicking forus,includingthespecialteams,”added Townsend.“Theguysshowedupreadyto play,anditwasverynoticeable.”

Indiansmakeearlyscoringrun

TheIndiansstruckearlyandoften.

SeniorrunningbackDavonHandy reachedtheendzonefrom15yardsout andranforatwo-pointconversiontogive IRa8-0leadinthefirstquarter.

SyracuseUniversityverbalcommit DarnellStokesJr.explodedfora23-yard TDruntogivethevisitorsa15-0lead afteroneperiod.

TheRavens(1-2inDistrict3competitionand6-2overall)answeredwitha 41-yardtouchdownrunbysophomore EricWright-McClottenthatcuttheIR leadto15-7earlyinthesecondquarter.

TheGreen&Goldansweredthechallengewithatriooftouchdowns.

SeniorquarterbackDylanGrisesnuck intotheendzonefromayardoutbefore StokesandHandyeachaddedone-yard scoringrunstogiveIndianRiveracomfortableleadatintermission.

Stokesfinishedthescoringinthethird quarterona26-yardTDreceptionfrom Grise.

“Thecoachingstaffishappywithour guys’efforts,”saidTownsend.“Weputtogetheragoodgameplan,andtheguys wentoutthereanddominated.”

AstheIndiansapproachtheirfinaltwo Class2A,District3,regular-seasongames of2025,severaloftheirplayersand coacheshavebeendiscussingthechallengeofdefendingtheClass1Astatetitle theycapturedin2024.

“Ithasbeenmentionedbytheplayers andstaff,”saidTownsend.But,hesaid,“It isstillearly,andwemustfocusonthe gameofthatweek.Wedonotwantto

lookaheadoroverlookateam.Westill havealongseasonahead.Ourfocusisto stayhealthyandgooutandcompeteeach week.”

Bythenumbers

TheIndianRiveroffensehasregistered 40ormorepointsinagamefivetimesthis season.AgainstSussexTech,theground

gamewassteadyandcontributed109yards, whilethepassingattackexcelledtothe tuneof153yardsfor262totalyards.

Handyledallrusherswith64yardson 19carries,includinghis16thand17th rushingTDsoftheseason.“TheHandy Man”hasrushedfor893yardsandscored 116points,numbersthatrankhimamong thestatewideleaders.

Stokesadded29rushingyardsonthree carries,includinghisseventhandeighth rushingscoresof2025.Healsochippedin withhisfifthreceivingtouchdown.Forthe season,Stokeshas390yardsontheground and306intheair,foratotalof696yards. Grisecompleted10of13passattempts for148yardsandhis11thTDpassofthe season.Fortheseason,hehasthrownfor 723yards.

SeniorplacekickerCristopherAlamillo, whoconvertedallfourofhisextra-point triesagainstSussexTech,hasbooted15 pigskinsthroughtheuprights.JuniorNolan Staniszewskihasaddedninepoints-aftertouchdownontheseason.

Defensively,theIndiansheldanopponenttolessthan10pointsinacontestfor thefifthtimethisseason.Theylimitedthe Ravensto95totalyards,includingjustfive yardsthroughtheair.

JuniorlinebackerTyWeberandsenior

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ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS

ByMikeStern StaffReporter

TheIRHSUnifiedflagfootballteam didn’tletasecond-halfrainstorm dampentheirperformance.

TheunbeatenIndians(4-0)continued toplaywelldespitetheprecipitationen routetoa58-28victoryovervisiting Seaford(1-4)onSeniorRecognitionDay onThursday,Oct.28.

SeniorBraydenBennetchscoredtwo touchdownswhilehisbrother,senior KyleBennetchaddedasix-pointer. SophomoresTre’ZhonWestonand AustinCartereachscoredtwotouchdowns,whileseniorLukeWilliamsand sophomoreColeLingoeachaddeda two-pointconversion.

Defensively,seniorCamdenCallahan ledtheIndianswithfiveflagpulls(tack-

les),whileLingoaddedfour.Westonand Cartereachaddedthreestopsagainsta Seafordteamthatgeneratedanexplosive rushingattack.

TheIndiansshutdowntheBluejays’ passingattackthankstointerceptionsby BraydenBennetch,LingoandsophomoreLandonSteininger.

IndianRiverled12-7afteronequarter,34-22athalftimeand46-22after threequarters.

“Westartedthegamerecognizingour seniorsfortheirhardworkanddedicationtooursecond-yearprogram,”said UnifiedflagfootballheadcoachJamaal Bivens.“Wehonoredthecontributionsof BraydenBennetch,KyleBennetch,CamdenCallahan,GavinGrove,teammanagerJulianHarris,andLukeWilliamsfor alltheybringtoourUnifiedflagfootball team.Theirleadershipwastrulyfelt

“BraydenandKyleBennetchledthe attackfortheIndians,”addedBivens. “Braydenpulledflagsdefensivelyallnight long,whilehisbrother,Kyle,managedto runtheoffense.JuniorKe’NiyaMitchell andsophomoreColinSheridanhadsignificantlongdistancerunsduringthe game.Theiryardagegainsgotthecrowd ontheirfeet.CamdenCallahanand GavinGrovepickedupthecuesfromthe veteranleaders.‘BigGame’JamesGentry dazzledthedefensewithhiselectrifying hipthruststoavoidtackles.ColeLingo chargedthedefensewithcrucialflagpulls andhisinterceptions.Hewasourdefensiveplayerofthegame.”

BivensalsomentionedthatLuke Williamsstayedfocusedonthetaskat hand.

“Lukewilledthedefensetostopthe BlueJaysatpivotalmomentsinthe

game,”saidcoachBivens.“Ourexecutive studentleader,seniorJulianHarris,got injuredduringpregamedrills.Hismotivationalwordssparkedtheteamafterthe SeniorDayceremony.TheIndians lookedasiftheyweretryingtogetback tothebigdance(DIAAUnifiedflag footballchampionshipgame).Weinvite thecommunity toshowupandshowout atWoodbridgeHighSchoolonTuesday, Nov.4,fortheIndians’finalregularseasongame.”

UnifiedSpecialOlympicsflagfootball isaDelawareInterscholasticAthleticAssociation-sanctionedsportthatprovides highschoolstudentswithandwithout disabilitiestheopportunitytotrainand competeinsports,experienceinclusion, socialize withtheirpeersandparticipate asatruestudent-athlete.

defensivebackRickyWigginseachledthe teamwitheighttackles,whilejuniorlinebackerBrennanLooseandjuniordefensive backLandenErbeeachmadesixstops. StokespickedoffaSussexTechpasswhile sophomorelinebackerReedDonnellyrecoveredafumble.

Fortheseason,Looseleadsthesquad with78tacklesandWeberhascontributed 53,whileErbehasadded51stops.Senior linemanJacobKillenleadstheteamwith sixsacks,andErbehaspickedoffateamleadingthreeaerials.Staniszewskileadsthe teamwiththreefumblesrecovered.

TheIndians’next opponentisDelmar

TheIndianswillhostClass2A,District3,foeDelmaronThursday,Oct.30, beginningat6p.m.TheWildcatsdefeatedWoodbridge,20-16,lastFriday night.

“Delmarishavingadownyear[because]theygraduatedalotofseniorslast yearandtheyhaveayoungteam,”said Townsend.“Butweneedtomakesure weprepareourselves,andit’sashort weekforus.Offensivelyanddefensively, Delmarhasnotchangedmuchfromlast season.Theyjusthavedifferentpersonnel.Weneedtobereadyforanything theythrowatus.”

Lookingaheadtothepostseasonthat beginstheweekendofNov.13-15,each ofthethreeschoolsthatwintheirClass 2Adistrictchampionshipswillmakethe DIAAplayoffs.Theywillbejoinedby thefivenext-bestteamsfromthethree districts.

TheundefeatedIndiansandLake ForestSpartans(2-0district,7-0overall) aredeadlockedatoptheClass2A,District3,standings.NextareSussexTech (1-2,6-2),Laurel(1-2,4-4)andDelmar (1-2,3-5).LastplaceWoodbridgeis0-3 inDistrict3playand1-7overall.

Indiansgrab#7seedinDIAADivisionIIstateplayoffs

ByJasonFeather StaffReporter

TheIndianRiverHighSchool fieldhockeyteamfinisheduptheir 2025regularseasoncampaignwitha 1-0overtimewinoverMilfordon SeniorNightonThursday,Oct.23. ThevictorysawtheIndianscompletean11-4overallmarkintheir15 scheduledcontests,whichearned themthe#7seedintheDIAADivisionIIstateplayoffbracket.

TheIndiansweresettohost#10 seedLakeForestonWednesday,Oct. 29,inarematchoflastyear’sfirst roundstatetournamentgamethat theSpartanshostedandwon,6-0. Thisyear,theIndiansarehopingto flipthescriptonwhatmanyfeelcan beadeep,magicalruninthepostseason.

Thetopseedinthe2025bracket isWilmingtonFriends(14-1),followedby#2seedCaravel(12-2-1), #3seedNewarkCharter(11-4),and #4seedArchmere(10-5).Allfourof thoseteamshaveafirstroundbye. ThewinnerofIR-LakeForestwill traveltoCaravelonFriday,Oct.31, fora4p.m.tiltwiththeBuccaneers.

Theotherfirstroundmatchups include:

•#8SussexAcademyvs#9Sanford

TheHenlopenAthleticConferenceSouthDivisionchampionSeahawks(9-6)willhosttheWarriors (9-6)withthewinnergoingonto playWilmingtonFriendsinthe quarterfinals.SAwent5-1overits finalsixgames,includinga7-2win overIRtoclinchtheSouthDivision titleagainthisyear.Theylostthe

HenlopenAthleticConference ChampionshipGame,4-1,to SmyrnaonSaturday,October25. Sanfordhasgone7-2overthe secondhalfoftheseasonafterstrugglingtoa2-4marktostarttheseason.TheWarriorswontheirseason finale,2-0,overSt.AndrewsSchool.

•#5UrsulineAcademyvs#12 TatnallSchool Ursulinejustmissedoutonafirst

roundbyewiththeir11-4overall record,andareona9-gamewinning streakaftergoing2-4toopenthe season.Theyhavenotlostsincea30defeattoCaravelbackonSept.30. Tatnallcomesintothestateplayoffswithabelow-.500recordat7-8, andhavegone4-2overtheirlastsix gamesoftheregularseason.

•#6TowerHillvs#11Concord TowerHillcomesintothestate playoffsfreshoffa3-2winover WilmingtonFriendsSchool,which wastheir4thinarowenroutetoa 9-6overallmarkintheregularseason.

Concordisalso9-6overallonthe season,butlostitsfinaltwogamesof theseasonto#4Archmere(1-0)and #1WilmingtonFriends(6-0).

Theregular-seasonfinale

AgainstMilford,seniorBaylie Williamsonfoundthebackofthe cageintheextraperiodtoliftthe IndianstothewinovertheBucs.It washer26thgoaloftheseason,and givesher61pointsoverall—which includesher9assists.

ClassmateEllaPetersonissecond ontheteamingoalswith10,while

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hockeyteammadeourbondstronger. Wesharedtoughgames,busridesand roughpractices.We’velearnedtopush throughtogetherandlifteachother.

“Havingfamilyonthefieldwithme meansthatIalwayshavesomeonewho understandsmebothasaplayeranda person.Everytimewestepontothe fieldtogether,Ifeelproudknowingthat we’renotjustteammates,butfamily memberswhosharethesamelovefor thegameandforeachother.”

Dealingwithapainfulloss

LastMay20,Williamsonandher familysufferedapainfullosswhenher 19-year-oldbrother,Charles Williamson,passedaway.

“Forawhile,itfeltlikeeverything aroundmehadstopped,”shesaid.

“Whenthisyear’sfieldhockeyseason started,Icarriedhismemorywithme ontothefieldeverysingleday.There weremomentswhenitwashardtostay focusedormotivated.Butthinking abouthimremindedmeofwhyI needed tokeepgoing.Hewasalways oneofmybiggestsupporters,andI wantedtomakehimproud.”

Embodyingthetruenatureofa closelyknitteam,Williamson’sfield hockeycoachesandteammateslifted herspiritsandtrulybelievedinher.

Shesaidthelossofherolderbrother changedherlifeinwaysthatshecould neverhaveimagined.

“EvenonthedayswhenIdidn’tfully believeinmyself,myspiritswerelifted byapeptalkorahigh-five,”shesaid.

“Justknowingthattheyhadmyback, thisteamgavemesomethingtolook forwardtoeveryday.Theymadeasafe placewhereIcouldforgetthepainfora

while andjustplay.”

Specifically,headcoachTorrieHuk becameoneofWilliamson’sbiggest sourcesofstrengthinherlife.

“AfterwelostCharles,Torriemadeit apointtohelpmestayfocusedand bringthesameenergythatIusedto have,”saidWilliamson.“Shewasthere bymysideeverystepoftheway.She caredaboutmeasanathleteandasa person.Shecheckedonme,listenedto meandgavemethesupportIneededto keeppushingforward.

“OnthedayswhenIfeltlikegiving up,shewastheretoremindmehowfar I’dcomeandhowmuchpotentialIstill had,”addedWilliamson.“Becauseof hersupport,Ilearnedhowtoturnmy painintomotivation.Herguidancehas hadalastingimpactonme.ShebelievedinmewhenIneededitmost. Andbecauseofthat,I’vegrownintoa strongerathlete,studentandperson.”

Inadditiontohercoachesandteam-

mates,Williamsonhasbenefittedfrom strongsupportfromherfamily.

“They’vebeenmybiggestmotivators,”shesaid.“Fieldhockeymeansso muchtome,andIwouldn’thavemade itthroughwithouttheincrediblesupportofmyfamily.Whetherit’smaking mygamesfitinwiththeirschedules, sittinginthestandssupportingmein alltypesofweather,orgivingmepep talksaftertoughlosses,they’vebeenby mysideeverystepoftheway.

“Knowingtheybelieveinmegave metheconfidencetokeeppushing,and toplayharder.It’sanunsurpassable feelinggoingintoeverygameknowing I havemyfamilybehindme.”

Lookingforwardto abrightfuture

WilliamsonwillattendtheMargaret H.RollinsSchoolofNursingatBeebe HealthcareinLewesbeginningnext fall.

“I’mgoingtostudytobecomea nursepractitioner,”shesaid.“Iwantto followinmymom,Elizabeth Williamson’sfootstepsasanurse.Sheis oneofthebiggestrolemodelsinmy life.I’veseenfirsthandwhatittruly meanstocareforothers.Fromthestoriesshe’ssharedtothelatenightsshe spent caringforpatients,shehastaught methatnursingisn’tjustajob,it’sa calling.

“Mymom,overtheyears,hasshown mehowpowerfulkindnessandempathy canbe,andIwanttocontinuethat legacybybecomingthekindofnurse thatmakespeoplefeeltheyareseen, heardandvalued.”

beingtiedfortheteamleadwith CarolineWilliamsoninassistswith 10.TheIndianstopsevengoalscorersthisseasonareallseniors.After WilliamsonandPeterson,IRhas BrynnKnight(7),KacieKirschner (6),MakenzieTruitt(5),Natalie Moran(4),andReeceForrey(2).All told,thesevengoalscorershave combinedfor60oftheteam’s69 totalgoals.Theothergoalswere scoredbyMaggieBare(2),Madelyn Faucett(2),CarolineWilliamson(2), AlexisWilkinson(1),AveryBare(1), andAddelynClark(1).

Knightalsohadfourassiststhis seasonwithForrey,Clark,andMaggieBarewithtwoeach,andAvery BareandChloeAllenwithonea piece.SeniorgoalieZoeQuillenhas beencreditedwith21saves,while freshmanMariaJuarezMartinezhas madethreeinlimitedaction.

Everyyear,theJean&JoanGolf Tournamentraisesmoneyinsupport ofBeebeHealthcare.The26thannual tournamentwasrecentlyheldatKings CreekCountryClubinRehoboth Beach,andmorethan120golfersparticipated,raising$39,479forBeebe OncologyServices.

ProceedsfromtheJean&JoanGolf TournamentaredirectedtoBeebe MedicalFoundationandareusedto offsetcostslocalpatientsfacewhen theyareundergoingtreatmentforcancer—fromtransportationandmedicationstoessentialsupplies.

Additionally,fundinggeneratedbythe communityeventhelpsBeebeinvestin newtechnologiesandprogramstooptimizethecareexperienceforcancer patients.

Overtheyears,ithassupportedthe purchaseofmultiplepatienttransport vans,anewdiagnosticsystem,aprosthesisfittingstation,3Dmammographyequipmentandablanketwarmer. Fundsfromthegolftournamenthave alsomadeitpossibleforBeebetoexpanditsreferencelibraryandcreatea wellnesseducationprogramforcancer patientsinrecoveryandremission.

TheJean&JoanGolfTournament honorsthememoryofJeanJamesand JoanMartin,andhasraisedmorethan $800,000sinceitsinceptionin1999. Thisyear,JimMartinreceivedspecial recognitionincelebrationofhisvision, leadershipanddedicationtogrowing theeventoverthepast26years.

Additionally,ayoungrisinggolf star,AliceBaich,wascelebratedasthe youngestplayertocompeteinallthree tournamentsoftheBeebeCharitable GolfSeries:theJean&JoanTournamentaswellastheBaywoodClassic andtheSouthCoastalClassic.

“Thistournamentembodieswhat communitycarelookslike,reflecting

thestrengthofthehumanspiritand thepowerofgivingback,”saidKay Young,executivedirectorofdevelopmentforBeebeMedicalFoundation.

BeebeMedicalFoundationrepresentativessaidtheywereproudtoreceiveacknowledgementsfromstate Sen.BrianPettyjohnandU.S.Sen. LisaBluntRochester,bothhaving notedtheremarkablelegacyofthe Jean&JoanGolfTournamentandthe positiveimpactithashadonSussex Countyovertime.

Plansarealreadyunderwayforthe 27thannualtournament,tobeheldin thefallof2026.

Thoseinterestedinparticipatingor servingasasponsororvolunteerare beingencouragedtocontactBeebe

MedicalFoundationat(302)6442900orlearnmorebyvisiting www.beebemedicalfoundation.org.

LEGALS

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

Estate of Nicholas Montella, Deceased.

Notice is hereby given that Letters of Testamentary upon the estate of Nicholas Montella who departed this life on August 13, 2025, late of Bethany Beach, DE were duly granted unto Anthony V. Montella on October 16, 2025 and all persons indebted to the said deceased are required to make payments to the said Executor without delay, and all persons having demands against the deceased are required to exhibit and present the same duly probated to the said Executor on or before April 13, 2026 or abide by the law in this behalf.

Executor:

Anthony V. Montella

62 Admiralty Loop Staten Island, NY 10309

ATTORNEY:

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

Gregory Fuller, Sr., Register of Wills CP 20251024 3T

TOWN OF DAGSBORO SOLICITATION OF CANDIDATES FOR TOWN COUNCIL SEATS

ELECTION DATE: SATURDAY, DECEMBER

6, 2025

Three (3) Seats

Two (2) Year Terms 2026 & 2027

Nominations for candidates: May be filed on forms available at the Town Hall or our website: http://dagsboro.delaware.gov/ , beginning Friday, October 24, 2025 and returned to and received by Town Hall no later than 4:30 p.m. on Friday, November 14, 2025.

Qualifications of candidates: Each member shall be at least 18 years of age; each member shall be a natural person, citizen of the United States and of the State of Delaware and a bona fide resident of the Town of Dagsboro.

Qualifications to vote: Resident individuals: over the age of 18 and citizens of the Town, State of Delaware and the United States. Property owners: if individual, must be over age 18; if corporation or association (other entity), must provide a certified copy of a resolution of said entity authorizing the person named therein to vote for the entity; if a partnership, only one partner may vote for the partnership. Individuals and corporation/partnership/association entities must be citizens of the Town, the State of Delaware and the United States. If an individual is both a resident and a property owner, he or she shall have only one vote.

Registration to vote: Registration closes on Friday, November 14, 2025 at 4:30 p.m. to vote in the 2025 Municipal Election. If you are a resident but not a property owner, you may already be registered and may confirm your registration by coming to Town Hall. If you are not registered, you must be prepared to provide your name, signature, address, birthdate, social security number, and date you became a resident of the Town of Dagsboro and State of Delaware. If you are a property owner but are not on the assessment list of the Town, you must register by providing a copy of your recorded deed with the Town and such other information as determined necessary for registration.

Absentee ballots: Request forms for absentee ballot packages may be obtained from the Town Hall or website at any time. Absentee ballot packages will be distributed to those requesting ballots after the candidates have been nominated and determined to be qualified. Absentee ballot requests must be received no later than 12:00 p.m. on Friday, December 5, 2025. Absentee Ballots may be received up to Closing of the Polls on Election Day.

OFFICE OF REGISTER OF WILLS OF SUSSEX COUNTY

STATE OF DELAWARE

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

Estate of Margaret Dawson, Deceased.

Notice is hereby given that Letters of Administration upon the estate of Margaret Dawson who departed this life on July 16, 2025, late of Frankford, DE were duly granted unto William Scott Dawson on October 6, 2025 and all persons indebted to the said deceased are required to make payments to the said Administrator without delay, and all persons having demands against the deceased are required to exhibit and present the same duly probated to the said Administrator on or before March 16, 2026 or abide by the law in this behalf.

Administrator:

William Scott Dawson 852 Rome Court Bel Air, MD 21015

Gregory Fuller, Sr., Register of Wills

ATTORNEY:

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

CP 20251017 3T

TOWN OF MILLVILLE PUBLIC HEARING

Notice is hereby given that on Tuesday, November 18, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. in the Town of Millville Municipal Building located at 36404 Club House Rd, Millville, DE 19967, the Town Council will hold a Public Hearing to consider the following:

1. Discuss, consider and possible vote on a Final Site Plan submitted by Davis, Bowen & Friedel, Inc. on behalf of MA Housing, LLC for a 139-unit community (73 single family, 34 duplex and 32 townhomes) located on Rt.17, Tax Map Parcel 134-12.00-370.00, zoned Residential Planned Community (RPC).

Only if unable to attend the Public Hearing, written comments will be accepted prior to the hearing and must be submitted by 12 p.m. (noon) to escerra@mvtown.com by Wednesday, November 12, 2025.

The Town’s Regular Meeting of Town Council will follow immediately after the Public Hearing.

CP 20251031 1T

Public Meeting Notice

The Sussex County Southeast Regional Police Accountability Committee will convene for its scheduled meeting on Thursday, November 13, 2025, at 1:00 PM. The meeting will take place at the Ocean View Community Center, 32 West Ave, Ocean View Delaware.

All interested parties are invited to attend and participate in this important meeting where matters concerning police accountability and community engagement will be discussed.

For further information or inquiries, please contact Police Accountability Committee Administrative Assistant, Kendahl Hearn, at 302-539-1111 or kendahl.hearn@cj.state.de.us .

CP 20251031 1T

PUBLIC NOTICE

Please be advised that all streets, roadways, walkways and beach areas located in the residential community of Middlesex Beach, Sussex County, Delaware are privately owned and maintained, and are not open to the member of the general public. Trespassers shall not be tolerated. Any vehicle not displaying an appropriate permit shall be subject to towing.

CP 20251031 2T

TOWN OF OCEAN VIEW PUBLIC NOTICE PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION

32451 Windmill Drive

(PIDN: 401.099 / CTM# 134-12.00-386.00)

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Planning and Zoning Commission of the Town of Ocean View will review Application P-360, a request for a change in zoning as submitted by the property owner, SMC Enterprises. The Commission will review the associated ordinance to Amend the Zoning District Designation for the Lands of SMC Enterprises, from R-1 SingleFamily Residential District to R-2 One- and Two-Family District, for a certain parcel of land containing 24,916 square feet, more or less, located at 32451 Windmill Drive (PIDN: 401.099 / Sussex CTM# 134-12.00-386.00).

NW/Elliott Avenue, E/DeMarie DriveResidual Lands of Jeffrey A. & Stephanie A. Wilkinson (PIDN: 135.004 / CTM# 134-12.00-327.00)

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Planning and Zoning Commission of the Town of Ocean View will hold a concept plan review of Application P361, a Land Development Site Plan submitted by Plitko, LLC, on behalf of the property owners, Jeffrey A. & Stephanie A. Wilkinson, for a subdivision of one (1) parcel of land into four (4) residential lots and (1) open space parcel on property zoned R-1 (Single-Family Residential) located at NW/Elliott Ave., E. DeMarie Dr. - Residual Lands of Jeffrey A. & Stephanie A. Wilkinson (PIDN: 135.004 / Sussex CTM# 134-12.00-327.00).

Town will hold these reviews on Thursday, November 20, 2025 at 4:00pm or as soon as possible thereafter in the Ocean View Community Center located at 32 West Avenue, adjacent to John West Park. All interested parties are welcome to attend. The meeting will be available online for viewing via livestream on the Town’s YouTube channel. The link to the livestream will appear on the posted agenda for the meeting and in the calendar portion of the Town’s website, www.oceanviewde.gov. Please note that the meeting agenda is subject to change. Written comments will be accepted but must be submitted prior to the start of the meeting.

The material may be examined by interested parties on the second floor of the Wallace A. Melson Municipal Building located at 201 Central Avenue between 8:30 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. and 1:00 p.m. through 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday by appointment only. The application may also be viewed online at www.oceanviewde.gov under the corresponding meeting attachments in the “Town Meetings” calendar portion of the homepage. For additional information or to submit public comment, please contact Kenneth L. Cimino, Director of Planning, Zoning & Development, at (302) 539-1208 or via email at kcimino@oceanviewde.gov.

CP 20251031 1T

NOTICE FOR PUBLICATION

To Whom it May Concern:

This is to advise that Lori Ann Thomas of 28646 Coastal Cove Way, Selbyville, 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 20251031 1T

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

Estate of Ruth Ann Marvel, Deceased.

Notice is hereby given that Letters of Testamentary upon the estate of Ruth Ann Marvel who departed this life on September 19, 2025, late of Dagsboro, DE were duly granted unto William Keith Marvel on October 23, 2025 and all persons indebted to the said deceased are required to make payments to the said Executor without delay, and all persons having demands against the deceased are required to exhibit and present the same duly probated to the said Executor on or before May 19, 2026 or abide by the law in this behalf.

Executor:

William Keith Marvel 29159 Piney Neck Road Dagsboro, DE 19939

Gregory Fuller, Sr., Register of Wills

ATTORNEY:

Manaen S. Robinson, IV, Esq. 118 Atlantic Ave.; Suite 301 Ocean View, DE 19970

CP 20251031 3T

TOWN OF BETHANY BEACH COMMUNITY BULLETIN

The Town of Bethany Beach will be flushing water lines Monday November 3rd through Friday November 7th, 2025, from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

The Town flushes its water system twice a year – spring and fall. This is done to rid the system of any accumulated sediment so that the Town can provide you with the highest water quality possible and to ensure that fire hydrants are operating properly in case of a fire emergency.

While flushing is being performed you may find that your water is discolored. Your water should return to normal within a few hours. It is recommended that no laundry be done during the flushing periods to prevent discoloration.

20251031 1T

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DISHES IMPORTED FROM Germany. Setting for 12, never used $100 732-910-0505

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

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

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

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

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

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

2011 HARLEY ELECTRA GLIDE

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

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

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4-DIGIT DELAWARE

LIVE/ACTIVE trailer tags. Good dates. T5083, T7394 “7/3/94” T8697 “08/06/97” T9685 “09/06/85” Starts at $550 302-542-9500

2017 CHEVROLET MALIBU

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DE LICENSE PLATE Stainless Steel with Rivets. Non Active. Collectors Item. $300 302-745-4122

SHURFLO PORTABLE oil change system with 3.5 gallon storage container. 12 volt DC. Like new, asking $100 914-275-8938

2009 24ft Starcraft Pontoon Boat with 115 Yamaha Motor. $12k Very Good Shape! 302-584-4922

BUYING CASE POCKET KNIVES

One knife or entire collection. Any condition. Call or text Lloyd 609-290-2786. Sussex county area

CANOE 12ft. VINTAGE (70’s)SEARS ROEBUCK. Model #332-61032 Fiberglass, rated 3 person/425lbs/3HP motor. No leaks, very good condition. $180 302-542-9500

YAMAHA 2014 ELECTRIC

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

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FSBO BOAT SLIP for Sale in Bay Colony Marnia. $67,500 302-864-8969

WILDERNESS SYSTEMS

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

PERSON KAYAK $80. 302-541-4547

HAUL-MASTER 2”HITCH

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REESE HITCH

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LEAD SINKERS

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

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

NISSAN 9.8 HP BOAT

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2 CRAB TRAPS. Good condition $50 for both 302-841-0541

FISHING GEAR.

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PAIR OF ESS SPEAKERS

Customized oor standing 39

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DIGITAL CANNON VIDEO

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40 INCH SONY HDTV with stand. Excellent Condition $50.302-436-5836

PROSCAN FLATSCREEN TV

30 x 32” $30 410-310-6633

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

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

FREE TO A GOOD HOME!

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

FREE! Black N Dekker 6k BTU air conditioner. Runs, but has noisy fan motor 302-616-1699

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

FREE! Garage door used 7 x 16 you pick up Call

302-537-4390

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

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

$15 each. Ocean City

301-802-0431 leave message

2 HEAVY WHITE BARSTOOLS

Swivel $100 each OBO 703-346-1632

PRACTICALLY NEW SOFA

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

SMALL WHITE END TABLE

$25 OBO 703-346-1632

WHITE BOOKCASE 5

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

KING & QUEEN

Headboard $30 each 302-229-7898

PATIO CHAIRS $7 each 757-810-8782

TV CABINET $40

302-229-7898

STURDY BED RAIL $10

Leave message 302-539-5209

OUTDOOR BISTRO SET $40

443-763-1378

41” ROUND TABLE with 15” leaf & 4chairs. Solid wood maple $125. Will text pics if interested 302-897-4914

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

HERNDON CHINA CABINET Four

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

DINING ROOM TABLE 4 chairs, maple nish $150 302-362-3687

PAINTED WHITE WOODEN

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

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

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

RATTAN KITCHEN SET with 4 chairs and 54" glass top. Looks like new, only used a few times. $1400 new asking $400 Call 410-430-9402

HAMPTON BAY PATIO SET

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