Coastal Point — March 24, 2023

CIBtorelease‘StateoftheDelawareInlandBays’

ByMikeSmith

ministratorAdamOrtizwillprovidea big revealfortheStateoftheDelaware

Millsboroofficer suspendedafter suspectedexposure

Officeronpaidleave forsuspectedevidence tamperingwithfentanyl

BySusanCanfora StaffReporter

AMillsboroPoliceDepartmentofficerwassuspendedandonpaidadministrativeleavethisweekafterbeing discovered,unresponsive,inamarked policevehicleonthemorningofFeb. 19,accordingtoPoliceChiefBrianCalloway.

Theofficer,whosenamewasnotreleased,wasondutyatthetime.

Aninvestigationisbeingconducted intosuspectedtamperingofacontrolled substancefromevidence,accordingCalloway.Theofficerwasdiscoveredinthe patrolcararound11:20a.m.andtaken toanearbymedicalfacilityforpossible exposuretofentanyl,accordingtothe newsrelease.

AccordingtoCalloway,theofficeris assignedasanevidencecustodianfor thepolicedepartment.Duringaprelim-

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InlandBaysonMonday,March27,ata plannedbreakfasteventinDewey Beach.Thereportisissuedeveryfive years,andthereareexpectedtobesome winsandsomelossesshowninthereportforthehealthofthethreebays, alongwithscientifictakeaways.

Theinlandbaysgenerate$4.5billion

inregionaleconomicactivity,including housingandtourism,sotheyareconsideredajewelofSussexCounty.Inaddition,theCIBprovideseducational supportinthecommunitythroughthe JamesFarmPreserveandothertraining programs.

TheDelawareInlandBays—in-

cludingIndianRiverBay,Rehoboth BayandLittleAssawomanBay—are knownforrecreationalboating,fishing, kayaking,andbeinghometofamilies wholiveonitsshorelines.Thebaysare alsoconsideredacriticalhabitatfordi-

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Selbyvillepoliceofficerassaultedinparkinglot

BySusanCanfora StaffReporter

A25-year-oldSelbyvillemanwas beingheldintheSussexCorrectional Institutionatmidweek,chargedwith resistingarrestandrelatedchargesafter

aSelbyvillepoliceofficerwasassaulted whilesittinginamarkedcarinthe parkinglotofthepolicedepartmenton ChurchStreetinSelbyvilleearlythis week.

SelbyvillePoliceChiefBrianWilson

toldtheCoastalPointthatAnselmo Chun-NizwasarrestedonMonday, March20.

Theofficer,whosenameWilson wouldn’trelease,wasnotinjured,he said.

“Theofficerwassittinginhiscar,in backofthepolicedepartment,onthe phonefollowingaseparateincident, whenthismancamerunningthrough

OceanViewnaturecentergetswarmreception

Countycouncilmembers hearaboutprogress

BySusanCanfora StaffReporter

Afterlisteningtoapresentation aboutthedevelopmentofanature centerinOceanView,andarequest forfunding,thisweek,SussexCounty Councilmensaidtheywerepleasedto seeplansproceed.

“I’mexcitedtoseethatlandispreserved,”CouncilmanJohnRieleytold OceanViewTownManagerCarol Houck,whomadethepresentation aboutopenspaceatDoubleBridges andMuddyNeckroadsattheTuesday,March21,councilmeeting.

Rieleysuggestedsherequesta grantfromtheSussexCountyLand Trust,anon-profitdedicatedtoconservation,tohelppayfordeveloping thenaturecenter,andsaidthecouncil willmeetwithLandTrustofficialsin thenextmonthortwo.

“Wecancertainlyhavemoremeetingsandgetintomoredetails,butyou putalotofworkanddiligenceinto this,forsure,”CouncilmanDoug HudsontoldHouck.

Duringthepresentation,Houck explainedthattheOceanViewTown

Councilpurchasedfouracresofland alongtheAssawomanCanalinSeptemberof2022for$500,000,intendingtocreatethenaturepark.

Theprojectedcostis$1.5million. TheTownhasreceived$211,747in AmericanRescuePlanActmoney and$288,253fromaSussexCounty ExcessTransferTaxgrant.Bothwere one-timegrants.

OceanViewalsoreceiveda $60,000outdoorrecreationandparks andtrailgrantfromDNRECandan $825,000TransportationAlternative ProgramgrantfromDelDOT.

“Therehasbeenagreatdealofexcitementduringkickoffmeetingswith DelDOTandDNREC.Thereare alsotrailconnectionsbeingworkedon fromDoubleBridgesRoadthatcan leadintothisverynicepark.Weare askingforadditionalfundsCouncil mightwanttoprovidetohelpusget tothefinishlineforthedevelopment soonerthanlater,”shetoldthem.

Houckdidn’taskforasetamount fromtheCounty,andthecouncildid notsuggestanamountorvoteon Tuesday.

Shedescribedtheproperty,soldto theTownbyRaymondBerzins,as“a pristineandscenicnaturalarea”and explainedthatplansincludedaraised boardwalkwithoverlookareas,walk-

ingtrailsthroughthewoods,educationalkiosks,apicnicarea,parking lot,andbikeandtrailconnectionsto thepark.

“Oncewebuildit,itwillalwaysbe inSussexCountyandtheTownof OceanViewwillalwaysmaintainit, soitisawin-win.Therearealotof areasinOceanViewthatdon’thave sidewalksforpeopletowalk,sothis projectwillcreateagreatopportunity,”shetoldcouncilmembers.

“TheTownsawthisasanopportunitytoincreaseoutdoorrecreationoptionswhileeliminatingdevelopment inthatarea,”shesaid,addingthatthe needforopenspaceforOceanView residentswasidentifiedintheTown’s 2020ComprehensivePlan.

Showingthecouncilanaerialphotographofthearea,Houckexplained thatthereareplansforatrailthrough thewoodeduplandandraisedboardwalkviewingareathatwould“g ive communityabilitytogetoutinnature andenjoythebeautyofthearea.”

Atfirst,thewalkingtrailwillbe about.25mileslong,withplanstoextenditto1mile,shesaid.

DirectorofPlanning,Zoning& DevelopmentKenCiminowasscheduledtopresentwithHouck,butwas ill,Houcksaid.

Jennisonchallengesrulesforcouncilforum

BySusanCanfora StaffReporter

Theplantogivethreeminutesto eachofthefourcontendersintheupcomingOceanViewtowncounciland mayoralelectionstooutlinetheirplatformsattheWednesday,March29, MeettheCandidatesforumisbeing challengedbycouncilcandidateDick Jennison,whowantseachtohavefive minutesforopeningremarks.

JennisonisrunningfortheDistrict3 councilseat,opposingJoseph“Jay” Tyminski.Theothertwocandidates,

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versefishandotherwildlife,including horseshoecrab,oysters,bluecrabsand diamondbackterrapins.TheInland Baysandtheirtributariescoverabout 32squaremilesanddrainroughly320 squaremilesofland.Thedynamic ecosystemprotectsuplandcommunities fromstormsandfloods,whilefiltering pollutantsandsediments.

Althoughdirectsource-pointpollutionfromseweroverflowshasbeen eliminatedormitigatedfromtheInland Bays,nutrientpollutionstillexists.Ni-

both runningformayor,areincumbent MayorJohnReddingtonandnewcomer RandyRobust.

“WhatlegalgroundsdoestheBoard ofElectionshaveinlimitingthecandidate’sfreedomofspeechandlengthof introduction?”Jennisonaskedinaletter hesenttoTownClerkDonnaSchwartz earlythisweek.

“Ifindthisdecisiontobearbitrary andcapriciousconsideringwehavenot hadanelectioninoversixyears.Your responsethatthiswillbehandledduring theQ&Aperiodisridiculous!This isunfairtothecandidatesthatarenot

trogenandphosphorousfromfertilizer use,animalwaste,urbanrunoffand wastewaterappliedtolandsmakeup thelargestsourceofpollutioninthe baystoday.Habitatlossandsea-level risedrivenbyclimatechangeposeadditionalthreatstotheecosystem,accordingtoscientists.

TulouandStateoftheBaysscience reportco-authorandstudyleaderMarianneWalchwillpresenttheresultsof thefive-yearreportcardthatservesas thebenchmarkonecosystemhealthand its impactontheeconomicvitalityof theregiononMondaymorning.Other dignitariesexpectedasspeakersare CarperandAdamOrtiz,regionalad-

currentlyholdingofficeorservingona commission.

“RandyRobustandmyselfdonot havebroadnamerecognitionnordowe resideinlargeresidentialcommunities thathavetheabilitytostackthehouse withtheirsupporterswhocouldeasily takecontroloftheQ&Awithallof theirquestionsandruntheclockout. ThisactionhasputmyselfandRandy Robustatanunfairadvantageforour voicestobeheard,”Jennisonwrote.

In herreply,sentonTuesday,March 21,andcopiedtotheCoastalPoint, SchwartztoldJennisontheBoardof

ministratorfortheEnvironmentalProtectionAgency(EPA).StateRep.Ron Grayisalsoexpectedtobeattending thereleaseevent.

ThereleaseofthelatestStateofthe DelawareInlandBaysReporthasbeen fiveyearsinthemakingandincludes contributionsfromcitizenscientists.

Carper,inhispreparedremarks, planned toremindtheaudiencethathe helpedcreatethecharterfortheCIB whilehewasgovernorofthestate.

“Forme,thisisahomecoming,”he saidinthoseremarks.“Iwasthereatthe birthoftheCenterfortheInlandBays when,in1994,theDelawareGeneral Assembly,withgreatwisdom,passed

Electionshas“hostedaCandidates’ Nightfordecadesandhistoricallythe candidatetimeforintroductorycommentshasbeenthreeminutes.”

“Further,theeventtypicallyruns abouttwohours.Theintentofthe eveningistoallowtimeforvotersto posedirectquestionstothecandidates inresponsetowhichthecandidatesare freetorespond,”theletterstates.

SchwartzprovidedBoardofElectionsproceduralguidelines,whichincludethatthechairman,chairwoman,

andpresentedtome—asgovernorat thetime—theInlandBaysWatershed EnhancementAct.“Inessence,bysigningthatlegislationintolaw,Isignedthe center’sbirthcertificate.”

“Iwasalsoprivilegedin1995tosign —alongwiththen-EPAAdministrator CarolBrowner—theCenter’sfirst ComprehensiveConservation&ManagementPlan,betterknownasthe CCMP.ThatwastheCenter’sfirst roadmapormarchingorders.Thatsort offeltlikestartingkindergarten.And now,nearly30yearson,I’mveryinterestedtohearthelatestreportcardon thehealthofourInlandBaysandthis watershed.”

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Bethanystormwatercommitteediscussessea-levelrise

ByMikeSmith StaffReporter

TheBethanyBeachStormwater& FloodingCommitteemetonMonday attownhalltotalkaboutaDelaware SeaGrantstudyupdatinga10-year-old reportonhowthecoastaleconomycon-

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anothermemberofthatboard,town managerorSchwartzwillmoderate; candidateswillsitonthedais;candidatesmaynotparticipateviaZoomor anotherelectronicplatform;eachcandidatewillhavethreeminutestooutline hisplatform;votersmaysubmitwritten questionsinadvanceorwritequestions duringthesession;othercandidates maycommentonthosequestionsifthe moderatoragrees;and,iftimepermits, candidateswillbeavailabletomeetwith votersafterward.

“Fortheabovereasonswedonotbelievethatyourallegationshavelegal merit,nordoesthetown’slegalcounsel. However,ifyouchoose,andpursuantto 15Del.CSection7552,youmayfilea formalwrittencomplaintwiththe town’sBoardofElection,”Schwartz wrote.

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inaryinvestigation,hesaid,itwasbelievedtheofficercouldhave“improperlyaccesseddrugevidence,which mighthaveresultedintheofficerbecomingunresponsive.”

Callowaywouldn’tansweradditional questionsaskedbytheCoastalPoint, includingthegenderandageoftheof-

tributestothestateandanewback-bay studytolookatcoastalstormimpacts.

OneofthetakeawaysisthatBethany Beachissaturatedwithsurfacewater, andthereisnowhereforstormwaterto go,whichcreateslocalizedflooding.

“ Theback-baystudyisstillinitsinfancy,”saidRonCalef,whochairsthe

“I’mnotsurprisedbytheirresistance foranopenandhonestdebate.Thisisa set-uptogoafterme,”Jennisontoldthe CoastalPointafterreceivingSchwartz’s response.

“MylettertotheTownlaysthatout. Torestrictmyopportunitybyhaving residentssubmitwrittenquestions? Whynothavepeoplewalkuptothe microphone?Whataretheyafraidof? TheyareafraidofmeexposingcorruptionofthisTown,”hesaid.

“IwanttoexposetheTownforwhat theyhavedone.Iwantmoreminutes foreachcandidate,notjustforme.It’s twominuteseach.That’sonlyeight minutes,”hesaid.

Hesaidtownofficialsoncesenthim andanotherresidentasix-pageletter “fordoingnothingbutspeakingoutat meetings.”

HelivesonOgreDriveandhas oftenquestionedthetowncouncil, TownManagerCarolHouckandDirectorofPlanning,Zoning&Develop-

ficer,thelengthoftimetheofficerhas beenwiththepolicedepartmentand whetheranychargeshavebeenfiled.

Oncethepolicedepartmentsuspectedapossibletamperingofevidence, it wasimmediatelyreportedtotheDepartmentofJustice,henoted.

DelawareStatePolicewereconductingacriminalinvestigationinregardsto theincident,andMillsboropolicewill conductinternalinvestigations,Callowaysaid.

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committee.“Weareprogressingforward.Ithasbeeninitiated.”

Thefirstlarger-scalemeetingon backbaysisscheduledtohappenwith municipalitiesimpacted,including BethanyBeach,anditenvisageswork betweenDNRECandtheArmyCorps ofEngineersthatdoesnotinvolvemu-

mentKenCiminoaboutspeedingon thatroad.HesaidheandotherOgre Driveresidentsweresentletterstelling themspeedlimitsignswouldberemovediftheycontinuedtoquestion townofficials.

“Ifyoudon’tagreewithwhatthey say,theywillshutyoudown.It’sreally badwhatthisTownhasdone,”Jennison said.

He addedthatheplanstofileanappealwithstateagenciesaboutthethree-

nicipalpublicworks.

TheTown’ssteelgatedamproject wasdiscussedatMonday’smeetingby BethanyBeachTownManagerCliff Graviet.

“Wehavepushedconstructionofthe SeeRISEpage7

minutestipulationforcandidatesbut saidhehaslimitedtimebecausethe candidates’forumisnextWednesday. “Ithoughttheywouldhavealittle betterformat.Theyaregoingtohave somebodyfromtheTownthathasattackedmeandmyreputationbethe moderator?AndI’mgoingtobetreated fairly?Noway.Ihaven’tbeentreated fairlytobeginwith.Thisisthekindof townthatdoesn’twantfeedbackfrom residents,”hesaid.

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DelawareSeashoreStatePark

BySusanCanfora StaffReporter

TheOceanViewTownCouncil,at itsTuesday,April11,meeting,willhold apublichearingontheTown’s2024-fiscal-yearbudget—abalancedbudget thatdoesnotincludeataxincrease— andwillpossiblypassthebudgetatthat meeting.

Therecommendationistokeepthe taxrateat$.2378per$100ofassessed value.TheTownreduceditstaxrateby 3cents,or11percent,whenthe2023fiscal-yearbudgetwasapproved.

Theproposedbudgetcallsfora6.4percentcost-of-livingincreaseforemployeesand2.9percentincreasefor contractualemployees,aswellasmore than$56,000forTown-sponsoredcommunityevents,includingtheCops& GoblinsHalloweencelebration.

FinanceDirectorDawnParksshared highlightswiththetowncouncilatthe Tuesday,Feb.14,councilmeetingand saidthebudgetwillbepassedasthree separateordinances.Proposedarea$5.9 milliontotaloperatingbudget,$4.6 millioncapitalprogramand$616,030 water budget.

Policereport

PoliceChiefKennethMcLaughlin,

whilepresentinghismonthlyreport, toldthecouncilthat214volunteer hourswereloggedinFebruary.

Communitypolicinginitiativesincludedcheckingonseniors,homesand businesses;takingbackexpiredprescriptiondrugs;participatingwithSpecial Olympics;andplanningCoffeewitha CopforThursday,March16.

McLaughlinattendedtheLeagueof LocalGovernmentsmeetingsandparticipated intheSussexCountyPolice Chiefs’Associationmeeting.

Thepolicedepartmenthostedpepper-sprayinstructortrainingandis partneringwithHelpInitiativeInc.,to startalicenseplatereaderdeployment planonRoute26,thechiefsaid.

Newpolicedogscoming

CouncilmanStephenCobbasked whenthepolicedepartmentwillget newpolicedogs,andMcLaughlinsaid thetwoofficerswhowillhavethedogs willtraveltothetrainingfacilityin NorthCarolinaonMay1,stayafew weeksfortrainingandreturnwiththe dogs.

Thedogsareexpectedtobeonthe streetsthefirstweekinJune,McLaughlinsaid.

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Planning,Zoning &Developmentreport

KenCimino,directorofPlanning, Zoning&Development,whilepresentinghismonthlyreport,saidthedesign ofimprovementstotheentranceofthe Wedgefieldcommunityiscomplete.

Theprojectincludedwideningthe right-turnlaneontoWedgefieldBoulevardforimprovedaccessforschool buses. HeandMcLaughlinhavebeen workingontheproject.

“Thisisanimportantprojectandnot expensive,”Ciminosaid,addingthatit cost$40,000.

MayorJohnReddingtonaskedif, onceabusgetsintothecommunity,it cangetout.

“Thosestreetsarenarrow,”Reddingtonsaid,butCiminoexplainedthereis ahugecenterisland,thatlanesarealmost12feetwideandroadswidento 24feet.

Grantsapproved

Alsoduringhisreport,Ciminoannouncedhisdepartmentreceivedan $850,000 grantfromDelDOT’sTransportationAlternativeProgramfordesignandconstructionofthefuture natureandrecreationareaatthecorner ofDoubleBridgesandMuddyNeck roads.

Thedepartmentalsoreceiveda $450,000grant,alsofromDelDOT’s TransportationAlternativeProgram,for theDaiseyAvenue-WoodlandAvenue intersectionimprovementandsidewalk project.

Townmanager’sreport

TownManagerCarolHouck,during hermonthlyreporttocouncil,saidthe

TownissponsoringaMeettheCandidatesforumforthefourcandidatesfor mayorandtowncouncil.

Itwillbeat6p.m.onWednesday, March29,atOceanViewTownHall. Candidatesformayorareincumbent JohnReddingtonandRandyRobust. Candidatesforcouncil,representing District3,areDickJennisonandJoseph “Jay”Tyminski.

TheelectionwillbeonSaturday, April8.

Conversiontonaturalgas

Houcksaideffortshavebegunto converttheBearTrapDunesresidential communityfrompropanetonaturalgas, andthatwillincludetheTown’sadministrativebuildingonCentralAvenue.

“Wearegoingtodotheconversion. AllHVAC,hot-waterheatershavebeen identifiedthattheycanmaketheconversions,andthecostis$2,842from ChesapeakeUtilities,”shesaid,adding thatmoneyisavailableintheTown budget’sbuildingrepairfunds.

Meetingwithcountyofficials

HoucksaidsheandPlanning,Zoning&DevelopmentDirectorKen Cimino willgobeforetheSussex CountyCouncilonTuesday,March21, andaskforfundingtodevelopopen spaceatDoubleBridgesandMuddy Neckroadstoanaturecenterwitheducationalkiosks,scenicoverlooksand passivenaturalareas.

“WearehopefulthattheCounty Councilwillseethebenefitofpartneringwithourdevelopmenteffortsgiven thestrongmomentum,locationand successwithgrantfunding,morethan

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dambackanumberofmonthsandhave gonebacktotheengineeronsurvey workontheAssawoman[Canal].We wanttoexpandwhatwearedoing.The damis3feettall,anditovertops,soitis somewhatself-regulating.”

“Wearegoingtodoaflyovertocontinuetoseehowitfunctions,”said Graviet.“Theprojectisaliveandwell. Wearegoingtodoour‘dammed-est!’” hejokedaboutcompletingthedam.

JimSmithispartofthecommittee andhadextensiveexperiencewiththe ArmyCorpsofEngineersbeforeserving asaBethanyBeachTownCouncil member.Hequestionedwhythedelay indamworkoccurredandwhether therewerequestionsraisedbytheengineeringfirm.Gravietsaidtheissueis reallyfundingtheactualconstruction work.Itwillcostmorethan$2million tobuildanewdam.

Replenishmentexpectedto extendintosummerseason

CalefalsonotedonMondaythat BethanyBeach’sbeachreplenishment, withWeeksMarineofNewJerseyas thecontractor,wouldlikelybeginafter Easter,towardtheendofApril.

“Theyshouldbelocalizingbeachreplenishment,startingfirstinRehoboth.”

“Thereplenishmentwillcomesouth, andwehadhopedtheywouldalready bemobilizedbynow,”saidGraviet.“I amafraiditwillbereplenishmentinthe summer—thatisthewayitlooks.

“Itisoverdueforus,”headded.

Whilemostofthedunecrossovers damagedbystormslatelastyearare

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theparkinglotandcameuptothepolicevehicle,runningtothepolicevehicle.Heopenedthedoor,kindof frantically,andstartedassaultingtheofficer.

“Hecameuptothepolicecar.When theofficergotout,themanpushedthe officer,whowastryingtogethimin custody.Acoupleofficerswereableto gethimincustody,”Wilsonsaid.

Earlier,policehadreceivedareport thatthesamemanhadbeenrunning throughastoreinSelbyville“yellingand screamingandcausingquiteabitof alarm,”Wilsonsaid.

“Hecamerunningdownthestreet andcameacrosstheofficer,andapproachedhim,”hesaid.

Chun-Nizwastakenintocustody andtakeninsidethepolicedepartment, wherepolicesaidhecontinuedtoresist.

Hewasalsochargedwithoffensive touchingofalawenforcementofficer anddisorderlyconduct.

Chun-NizwasarraignedandcommittedtoSussexCorrectionalInstitution,policesaid.

nowinplace,thecrossovershavenot beenproperlygroomed,andthatmeans the Townisnotabletoputdownthe accessibility-enhancingMobi-mats,he said.

“Ifweputthemdownnow,you couldskidownthedunesonthem,”said Graviet.

DNRECisscheduledtoreturnto Bethanyfordunegrooming,tocreatea nicerslopeorgrade.

“Theyaretheonlypeoplewhocan dothework,”confirmedGraviet.The town’sbeaches,fromthebacksideof theduneeastward,areunderDNREC’s purview.TheTowncannotmakeany significantalterations.

Analysisshowshigh groundwaterlevels

TheStormwater&FloodingCommitteealsoreportedontheTown’ssoilboringstudy.

“Wehaveahighsaturationlevel

here,”saidGraviet.“Itisessentially groundwaterthatissaturatedrightat thesurface,basedonaboringanalysis forourtown.”

“Theswalesinyouryardarefullof waterbecausetheyaresaturated,”he said.“It’snotbecausetheyarenot drainingwell,”saidGraviet.“The groundissaturatedat3.2feet,accordingtotheboringanalysis,”andis100 percentwetatthoselevels.

Canalandcreekdredging oncommittee’sradar

TheAssociationofCoastalTowns, whichincludesBethanyBeach,willbe providingfundstoDelawareSeaGrant toupdatethecoastaleconomyreport after10years.

“Bethanytooktheleadonmaking thesecontributions,”saidCalef.

Calefalsodiscussedthedredgingat WhitesCreekandthattheDNREC dredgeteam“willnotgettotheAs-

sawomanatallthisyear,”hesaid.“They havetostopworkonMarch31.”

DNRECofficialsannouncedrecentlythattheprojectwouldnotmeet thedesignatedtimelineforcompletion, whichissettoavoidimpactingwildlife. Theysaidtheworkwouldberesumed inthefall.Boatersanddockowners usingtheundredgedsectionsofthe creekhavecomplainedthattheyhave littleornoboataccessuntiltheworkis done.ButonceMarch31arrives,the contractorhasbeenorderedtostopthe workuntilfall.

“Theyarepumpingtheirspoilsall the wayovertotheAssawomanBayto replenishtheshorelinesandthewetlands.Youcanseethedredgeworkand thecontributionofthespoilstoourinlandbays,”notedCalef,“ifyoulook fromthebridge.”

“TheStatewillbedredgingtheAssawoman[Canal]nextspring,”noted

T OWNOF O CEAN V IEW Candidates’ Night

March 29, 2023 ~ 6pm

The Town of Ocean View will hold its annual election from 8am to 5pm on Saturday, April 8, 2023.

The Town has scheduled a Candidates’ Night at 6pm on Wednesday, March 29, 2023 in the Town Hall located at 32 West Avenue.

The candidates will present their platforms and answer any questions.

District 3candidates are:

Jay Tyminski and Richard Jennison

Mayor Candidates are:

John Reddington and Randy Robust

All citizens of Ocean View are encouraged to attend Candidates’ Night; however, only the Ocean View residents who have registered with the Town by March 24, 2023 are eligible to vote in the election.

Please call 302-539-9797 (ext.101) with any questions.

Millvillebringingslateofactivitiestopark

ByKerinMagill StaffReporter

Millville’sEvansParkisgetting readytorollouttheEastereggsforits annualEasterCelebration,andit’s justthebeginningofmonthsfullof funatthepark.

OnSaturday,April1,thefunwill beginat10a.m.withactivitiesinthe CommunityCenter,accordingtoMillvilleParks&RecreationAdministratorLizKain-Bolen.

Whileher“littlehelpers”areoutsidegettingtheegghuntsetup,there willbegames,craftsandanappearancebytheEasterBunny,Kain-Bolen said.

Weatherpermitting,therewillbea balloonartistjustoutsidetheCommunityCenter.

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NeweventinOceanView

HoucksaidtheTown’snewevent, SpringFling,isplannedfor1to4p.m. onSaturday,May6,atJohnWestPark.

WhiletheEasterBunnyisinthe house,therewillbephotoopportunitiesaplenty,Kain-Bolensaid.Justbeforenoon,theEasterBunnywilllead thechildrenouttotheplayground, whereeggfieldswillbedividedinto threeage-groupedareas.

IndianRiverHighSchool’sHOSA (HealthOccupationsStudentsof America)groupwillhavebakedgoods forsaleduringthemorning’sactivities,Kain-Bolensaid.

TheEasteractivitieswillbefollowedbyanEarthDayFestivalon Saturday,April22,from10a.m.to2 p.m.

Weatherpermitting,theactivities willbeheldinthepark,includinga scavengerhunt,artsandcrafts,astorytimewiththeGardenersbytheSea, educationaldisplaysandanactivity

“Thereisalotofexcitement.Weare havingalotoffunwithit.Staffhas beenverymuchparticipatinginallthe planningandwearegettingverygood supportfromthelocalcommunity,” Houcksaid.

TheMillvilleVolunteerFireCompanywillbethere,aswellasBoyScouts sellingfoodsandrefreshments,bigband music“andlotsoffunthings goingon,”Houcksaid.

involvingearthworms.

AllEarthDayactivitiesarefreeof charge.

OnWednesday,May17,theTown kicksoffitsfreesummerconcertserieswithaperformancebyLower CaseBluesfrom6to8p.m.Thepopularregionalbandwillbringablend ofbluesandrocktothepark.

OnWednesday,June21,localfavoritesOverTimewilltakethestage, withtheirmixofclassicandmodern rock,showcasingguitarsandhorns. OnWednesday,July19,OntheEdge finishesofftheconcertseries,witha mixofpop,rockanddancemusic. Foodtruckswillbeavailableforeach concert.Guestsshouldbringtheir ownchairs,Kain-Bolensaid.

StartinginJuly,theMillvilleVolunteerFireCompanywillbringits

Fire&Iceahit

HoucksaidtheFire&IceFestival wassuccessful,withtheTown’sbeer gardenatJohnWestParkraising $5,900forBeebe’sSouthCoastal EmergencyCenter.

Shesaidthat,accordingtostatisticstheTownreceivedaftertheevent, 70percentofthoseattending shoppedanddinedlocally,and57

Thursday,March30th,2023

Pleasebringyourfavoritepots(upto4) andpottingsoil.Getaheadstartonspring whenyourcontainersgetestablishedinour greenhouse.SignupforourCSAprogram.

fundraisingFridayconcertseriesto thepark,withDustinShowersonFriday,July21,followedbyTheFitzkee BrothersonAug.18,andDrakeBurd &FriendsonSept.15.

OnSaturday,Sept.16,Millville willhostasalutetolawenforcement, firefightersandmilitarypersonnel withHeroes/FirstRespondersDay, whichwillfeaturedemonstrationsand displaysfromareaagenciesandorganizations.Theraindatefortheeventis Sunday,Sept.17.

FormoreinformationonMillville events,visittheTownwebsite,at www.millville.delaware.gov,visitthe MillvilleFacebookpage,callLiz Kain-Bolenattheparkofficeat(302) 616-1935oremailheratpark@mvtown.com.

percentwereattendingFire&Icefor thefirsttime.

CleanUp

HoucksaidtheCoastalDelaware CommunityCleanUpisplannedfor8 a.m.tonoononSaturday,April22.One drop-offpointtodisposeofitemscollectedduringtheeventwillbeJohn WestPark.

$850,000,thattheprojecthasenjoyed todate,”Houcksaid.

DCRPTsecuresthousands fortenantsinhousingcases

TheDelawareDepartmentofJustice’s DivisionofCivilRights&PublicTrust securedfair-housingsettlementsintwo casesthatawarded$50,000collectively fortwovictims,amongotherstipulations.

“Housingandreasonableaccommodationarebasichumanrights,”saidAttorneyGeneralKathyJennings.“Andthat shouldbeespeciallytrueinaplacethat pridesitselfonbeingastateofneighbors. Thereisnoroomfordiscriminationand derelictionofdutyinthisarena—especiallywhenitleavespeopleorfamilies homeless.DCRPTandtheDivisionof Human&CivilRightsdidfantasticwork onthesecases,andtheyhavemyheartfelt thanksforhelpingtomakethisright.”

InDecember2022,DCRPTreached asettlementwiththeWilmington-area apartmentcomplexChateauOrleans Apartmentsforfailingtoreasonablyaccommodateatenantwithaphysicaldisability.Theno-faultsettlementstipulates thatChateauOrleansApartmentsLLC, ChateauOrleansHoldingsLLCand OliveTreeManagementwillpaythe complainant$30,000,completefairhousingtrainingandreviseitsfair-housingaccommodationsandmodification policies.

ThesettlementcomesafteracomplaintwasfiledinJune2022,allegingthat ChateauApartmentsconstructively evictedthetenant,anamputeewhousesa walkerandwheelchair,byfailingtorepair afaultyelevatorthatservedasthetenant’s onlyaccesstotheirsecond-floorapartmentunit.Aninvestigationfoundthat theapartmentsallowedthedisrepairto continueformorethanfourmonths,forcingthetenanttofindalternatehousing.

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Graviet.“Wewerehopingtopiggyback offtheirefforts[atWhitesCreek]and reallyjointhespoilsdistribution,which ishardtodo.Wewillhavetogetour ownpermitslater.”

“TheLoopCanalisjustasimple maintenancedredge,”heemphasized. “Wemustshoreupthelandstriponthe LoopCanalside.AftertheAssawoman isdredged,itwillspeedupthewater flow,andthatcreatesmorewatervolumeintheLoopCanal.”

Alivingshorelineprojectforthe LoopCanalexpectedtocost$150,000, whichwouldprovidecoconutlogsfor shoreprotectionprojectnearthecanal bulkhead.GravietsaidBethanyisseekingapermitforthelivingshoreline projectandthoughtitmightbepossible tocompletethatthisfall.

Smithsaid,“Wehavecausedour ownproblemswithlogsinourcanals.I wouldratherseeresiliencyworkwith someofthedredgespoils.Thelogsjust erodeoreventuallywashaway.”

Inasecondcase,DCRPTreachedan agreementwiththeNewark-area complexTheViningsatChristianaand CapreitResidentialManagementLLC.

onJan.23foraninstanceofunlawfuldiscriminatoryhousingpracticethatleft a womanandthreechildrenhomeless.Accordingtotheno-faultsettlement,thedefendantwillremit$20,000tothe complainant,completefair-housingtrainingandupdateitspublic-facingadvertisingmaterialandfair-housingpolicies.

ThesettlementfollowsaninvestigationthatfoundthatthedefendantviolatedtheDelawareFairHousingActby failingtocorrectlyfollowtheLow-IncomeHousingTaxCreditResidentialSelectionPlanandwrongfullydenyingan applicantwhoheldaStateRentalAssistanceProgramVoucherongroundsofinsufficientincome.

Thesettlementsweresecuredby DeputyAttorneyGeneralNicoleMozee withtheassistanceofparalegalDawnPillarelli.

Anyonewhoisexperiencinghousing discriminationcanvisittheDHCRwebsitetofileacomplaint,athttps://humanandcivilrights.delaware.gov/fair-housi ng-information-center/how-to-file-acomplaint/.

OnMonday,March20,Gov.John Carneyandmunicipalleaders launchedastatewideinitiativetoincreaseawarenessoftheAffordable ConnectivityProgram(ACP),afederalbenefittohelplower-income familiespayforhigh-speedinternet. Thestatewideinitiativewillkickoff withconcertedoutreachcampaigns plannedbylocalleadersinDover, Georgetown,Milford,Seafordand Wilmingtonoverthenextmonth, withothercitiesandtownsalso pledgingtospreadawareness.

TheACPisafederalbroadband benefitfundedbytheBipartisanInfrastructureLawpassedinNovember 2021andchampionedbyPresident JoeBiden,U.S.Sens.TomCarperand ChrisCoons,andU.S.Rep.Lisa BluntRochester(allD-Del.).The ACPprovideseligiblehouseholds withamonthlydiscountofupto$30 ontheirinternetbillandaone-time $100discounttowardalaptop,desktopcomputerortablet.Morethan 140,000DelawarehouseholdsareestimatedtobeeligiblefortheACP, andabout32,000haveenrolledsofar.

InpartnershipwithEducationSuperHighway,anationalnon-profit withamissiontoclosethebroadband affordabilitygap,theDelawareinitiativeisdesignedtobuildacoalitionof localstakeholdersandtrustedinstitutionstoovercomeawareness,trustand enrollmentbarriersthatprevent householdsinunder-resourcedcommunitiesfromenrolling.

ACP-eligiblehouseholdsinclude familieswithincomesatorbelow200 percentofthefederalpovertylevel andthosewhoqualifyforSNAP,free andreduced-priceschoollunch,WIC andothergovernment-fundedprograms.Thenewinitiativeisdesigned toleveragestateandcitychannelsto directlypromotetheACPtohouseholdsintheprogramsandunitelocal governments,community-basedorganizationsandtrustedinstitutionsto reachunconnectedhouseholds.

Combinedwithcommitmentsby internetserviceproviderstodeliver high-speedinternetplansfornomore than$30permonth,qualifyinghouseholdsmayreceivehigh-speedinternet atnocostwhentheysign-upforthe ACP.

“Stable,high-speedinternetconnectioniscriticalforallDelaware families,students,andbusinesses.The AffordableConnectivityProgramwill helpensureeveryonehasinternetaccessforschool,work,healthcare,and more,”saidCarney.“Iwanttothank allofourpartnersforworkingtogethertoboostenrollmentinthis program,especiallyMayorChristiansen,MayorWest,MayorCampbell,MayorGenshawandMayor Purzycki.”

“Wewereproudtohelpcraftand votefortheBipartisanInfrastructure Law,whichmadehistoricinvestments inournation’sinfrastructureneeds— fromroadsandtransittobroadband andwater,”saidCarper,Coonsand BluntRochester.“WeapplaudGov. Carney’sleadershipinprioritizing un-servedandunder-servedcommunities,andmakingsureallcornersof Delawarecangetconnectedtohigh speedinternetthroughthisrobust broadbandbenefit.”

EducationSuperHighwaywillsupportstatewideawarenesseffortsby trainingcommunityleadersandpartnerorganizationsandprovidingoutreachmaterialsandtoolstohelp householdsenroll.Thenon-profitrecentlylaunchedGetACP.org,avirtual mobileassistantthatsimplifiesthe ACPenrollmentprocessbyproviding real-timesupporttohelpeligible householdsdeterminetheeasiestway toqualify.Themobilewebsiteisavailableinfourlanguagesandhelpsapplicantsovercomecriticalbarriersin theenrollmentprocessbyhelping themidentifythedocumentsneeded whenapplyingandfind“f reewith ACP”broadbandplansavailableat theiraddress.

“Broadbandisoneofthemost transformativetechnologiesofour generation,buttoomanypeopleare leftbehindbecausetheydon’thavereliable,affordableaccesstotheinternet,”saidEvanMarwell,CEOof EducationSuperHighway.“WeapplaudGov.Carney’sboldleadership andarereadytoworkwiththemayors andcommunityleadersofDover, Georgetown,Milford,Seafordand Wilmingtontoremovethebarriers thatkeephouseholdsinthenation’s mostunder-resourcedcommunities offline.”

Theinitiativetoaddressinternet affordabilitywithACPispartofan overallstrategyinDelawaretoconnectcurrentlyun-servedhomesto high-speedfiberbroadband,aswellas toworktoward“digitalequity”byprovidingconnections,devicesandskills inunder-servedcommunities—all effortsfundedbytheBipartisanInfrastructureLaw.Learnmoreat https://broadband.delaware.gov/. Citiesandtownsparticipatingin theDelawareACPoutreachinitiative asofMarch21are:

•Arden

•Bethel

•BowersBeach

•Cheswold

•Clayton

•DelawareCity

•Dover

•Georgetown

•Kenton

•Milford

•Newark

•Seaford

•Smyrna

•Townsendand

•Wilmington.

MesotheliomaawarenesseventplannedatMVFC

beavailableatthedoor,SantaBarbara saidpre-orderingticketsbyMarch29is requestedsothatMac’sCateringcanpreparetheproperamountoffood.

Theeveningwillalsoincludetwo typesofauctions,aswellasa50/50drawing,andmusicbyDJDenny.

DeniseSantaBarbarasaidthelocation forthefundraiserisappropriatenotonly becauseherhusbandwasamember,but alsobecause,“Wemetatafirehouse,” whenshewasworkingaprimaryelection. “Hewasverygood-looking,”shesaid withasmile.

AndalthoughshehadjuststartedcollegeattheUniversityofDelaware,the twohititoff.They“marriedyoung,”she said,andraisedtwochildrentogether. Firefightersare2.29timesmorelikely todevelopmesothelioma,duetoexposure, thantherestofthepopulation,according totheMesotheliomaCenter.Amongst firefighterline-of-dutydeaths70percent arecausedbycanceringeneral,according tothecenter.

ByKerinMagill StaffReporter

Sinceherhusband’sdeathfrom mesothelioma10yearsago,MillvilleresidentDeniseSantaBarbarahasworkedto raiseawarenessofthedisease,andtoraise fundsforresearch.

Mesothelioma,SantaBarbarasaid,receivesfarlessattentionandfundingthan otherformsofcancer.Itmightbeless commonthanbreastcancerorlungcancer,shesaid,butitdevastatesitsvictims andtheirfamiliesjustasmuch.

Causedmostoftenbyexposuretoasbestos,mesotheliomacanliedormantfor

manyyearsbeforebeingdiagnosed,and bythenitisoftenadvanced.Inthecaseof herhusband,Paul,SantaBarbarasaidhis firstcluesomethingwaswrongwas weightlossandextremetiredness.

Acareerfirefighterintheirformer hometownofWilmington,PaulSanta BarbarawasalsoaU.S.Navyveteran.He wasprobablyexposedtoasbestosona shiporonafiresite,shesaid.

“Hehadalwaysbeenhealthy,”shesaid, untilhisdiseasebegantoaffecthisdaily life.

Oncediagnosed,hebegantreatmentat theUniversityofPennsylvania,eventually takingpartinthefirstchemicaltrialinthe

treatmentofmesothelioma,whichisdifficulttotreatinconventionalwaysbecause ofthewayitsettlesintotheliningofthe lungsandsometimestheabdomen.

AftermovingtoMillvilleandbefore hisdiagnosis,PaulSantaBarbarahad servedasavolunteerfirefighterforthe MillvilleVolunteerFireCompany,his wifesaid,andthefirehousewillbethesite ofafundraiserSaturday,April1,forthe UniversityofPennsylvania’sPleural& MesotheliomaResearchProgram.

Ticketsforthedinner,whichwillfeaturebeefbrisket,bakedziti,meatballs, pastasalad,coleslawandbeverages,cost $30perperson.Whileafewticketsmay

“Fromthe1930stothe1970s,manufacturers…mixedasbestosintoarange ofbuildingmaterialsasacheapwayto makealmostanythingmoredurableand fireproof,”astatementonthecenter’s websitesaid.“Forfirefighters,exposure maycomeintheformofasingleencounterwithasbestos-contaminated smokeordebris.”

ForSantaBarbara,herhusband’sillnessanddeatharepersonalremindersof thedangersfirefightersfaceeveryday.The retiredteachersaidshewantstodoher parttoeducatethepublicandtoraise fundsforresearchintomesothelioma.

“It’sstilloutthere,”shesaid.“Thereis stillnocure.”

Forticketstothemesothelioma fundraiser,emailDeniseSantaBarbaraat denisemsb@aol.comorcallherat(302) 228-9646byMarch29.Thedinnerwill beSaturday,April1,from6to10p.m.

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PaulSantaBarbara,picturedwithhiswifeDenise,wasaformervolunteerfirefighteratMillvilleVolunteerFireCompany.

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IncumbentJohnReddingtonwillbeattemptingtowinhis secondtermasmayor,withchallengerRandyRobustalsofighting forthatseat.InDistrict3,DickJennisonandJoseph“Jay”TyminskiarefacingofftoseewhowilltakeoverforTomMaly,whois noteligibletorunagainthisyearbecauseoftermlimits.

Whatsomewould-beOceanViewvotersmaynotknow,especiallythosenewertothetown,isthattheymightnotactually beOceanViewvoters.

TovoteinaTownelection,aresidentmustbeatleast18,a U.S.citizenandlivinginOceanViewforatleast30daysprecedingtheelection—allprettystandardfare.ButOceanView

alsorequiresresidentstoregisterdirectlywiththeTowninorder tobeeligibletovote,andthatdeadlineis4:30p.m.onFriday, March24.

Theformcanbedownloadedatoceanviewde.gov/forms,or onecancallOceanViewTownHallat(302)539-9797,ext.101. TheelectionitselfwillbeheldonSaturday,April8,withvoting from8a.m.to5p.m.atTownHall.

OnWednesday,March29,theTownisholdingaspecial Candidate’sNightatTownHallat6p.m.TheCoastalPoint willbepresentingourQ&AswiththecandidatesinourApril7 edition,andthelastissueinwhichwewillrunlettersregarding theelectionwillbeourMarch31edition.

Therewillbeplentyofinformationavailableforresidents whowanttoseekit—butmakesureyouareregisteredtovote!

Apromisekept—forbothothersandherself

Springishere,andinherfootstepscomesthesoundof thecrackofabat,thesmelloffreshly-cutgrass,andthe imageofexcitedandoptimisticyoungpeopletakingdiplomasinhandastheyventureintotheirnextchaptersinlife.

Eachnewgraduatewillhaveastorytobeproudof,and alldeserveacollectivepatonthebackfortheveryadmirableaccomplishmentoffinishingsomethingthey started.Thatisneversomethingtobe takenlightly,andthatabilitytoreally seesomethingthroughisatraitthat cantakeapersonveryfarinlife.

Ofcourse,somehadtotravelabit ofadifferentpathtogettothatgoal thanothers.

Point of No Return

Darin J. McCann

LetmeintroduceyoutoTiffany Eckert,a41-year-oldmotherofthreewhoispreparingto graduatefromBowlingGreenStateUniversityinafew weeks,fulfillingapromisesheoriginallymadetoherhusband,Andy,18yearsago—onedaybeforehelosthislife thankstoanimprovisedexplosivedevice(IED)inIraq.

“Hesaidalotofthings,”EckerttoldFoxNews,regardingherfinalphonecallwithAndy,thefinalnightbefore hispassing.“Butthelastpartofourconversationwasabout megoingtoschoolandhowhethoughtIwasthesmartest personthathe’devermet.”

Andyaskedhertopromisehimthatshe’dgethereducation,nomatterwhat,accordingtoTiffany.

“Ipromisedhimthat,”shesaid.“Hetoldmeheloved memorethananythingintheworld,andobviouslyIsaid thesame.“Hesaid,‘I’llcallyoutomorrow.’Andasweall know,hewasn’tabletocallthenextday.”

ThepairhadfirstmetinSeptember2002,andTiffany saidtheybothknew“instantly”theyweregoingtogetmarried.AndygotactivatedbytheservicetodeploytoIraqa fewmonthslater,andthecouplegotmarriedinFebruary 2003.

Thecouple’sfirstchild,Marlee,wasbornwhilehewas overseas,andAndydidn’tgettomeetheruntilshewas11 monthsold.Tiffanysaidtheygavetheirdaughterthemiddlenameof“Freedom,”becauseherfatherwasn’tinanyof herbabypictures,“AndIwantedhertoknowwhy.”

Andydeployedasecondtime,butwasabletocome homeandwitnesshisson’s(Myles’)birthinMarch2005.A fewmonthslater,onMay8(Mother’sDay),Andydied

aftersustaininginjurieswhenthatfatefulIEDexploded, endinghislifeandforeveralteringTiffany’s.Shewasalone, witha20-month-olddaughteranda1-month-oldson.

Tiffanykeptswingingawayatlife,gotagoodofficejob thatshesaidpaidprettywell,andshelaterhadathird childinanotherrelationship.Butshedidn’tfeelfulfilled, andappliedtoBowlingGreen,whereshewasultimately accepted.

Andshedidn’tjustgothroughthe motions.Shewillgraduatenextmonth afterlessthanthreeyearsofstudying.

“I’mgettingmyundergradinhalf thetime,”shesaid,“whichisreallyan accomplishmentinitself,[given]that I’mnon-traditionalandIhavechildren,butalsobecauseIstruggledsomuchasayoungpersonacademicallythatIbarelygraduatedfromhigh school.”

Thiswasmorethankeepingapromiseshemadetoher latehusband.Thiswasaboutchangingthenarrativeofhow sheviewedherself,aswell.

“Oneofthethingsthatheldmebackforsolonginlife —mywholelife,basically—isthatIdidn’tthinkIwas goodenough,”sheexplained.“AndIknowthatwhenAndy saidthattome,hebelieveditwitheveryfiberofhisbeing. ButnowIbelieveitandIknowit’strue.”

Itremindsmeofoneofmyfavoritequotes,creditedto HenryFord:“Therearetwokindsofpeople.Thosewho thinktheycan,andthosewhothinktheycan’t.Andthey arebothright.”

Readyforanothercooltwistortwotothisstory?

RememberMarlee,thedaughterthatAndydidn’teven gettomeetuntilshewas11monthsold?Well,she’sa freshmanatBowlingGreennow.AndMyles,whowasonly amontholdwhenhisfatherdiedindefenseofhiscountry? Hejustgotacceptedintotheschool.Tiffanyisnowawaitingwordofwhethershe’sbeenacceptedintotheschool’s graduateprogramforpublicadministration.

“IstartedthisprocesstokeepmypromisetoAndy,”said Tiffany.“WhenIwalkacrossthestageinApril,I’mdoing itformychildren,becauseI’vealwayskeptinmindthey’re watchingeverythingIdo.Butaboveallelse,I’mdoingit formyself.”

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Delawaretookasteptowardending cannabisprohibitiononMarch9when theHousepassedHB2,abilltolegalize anadult-usemarket.Thebillpassed2713,nearlyatwo-thirdssupermajority, withbipartisansupport.

Longtimeadvocatesapplaudedlawmakersfortenaciouslyworkingonreformandvotinginlinewithpublic sentiment.

“ThepeopleofDelawareoverwhelminglysupportcannabislegalizationand wedeservetoseeourlegislaturefinally makethisimportantchangein2023,” saidDelawareCANExecutiveDirector ZoëPatchell.

HB2easilyclearedthethree-fifths majorityrequiredforanyDelawarelaw thatinstitutesanewtax,ahurdlethat proveddifficultinyearspast.

“Ithastakenmorethanadecadeof workonthepartofgrassrootsvolunteers andourbillsponsorstogettothishistoricvictory,”saidPatchell,“Thepeople havealwaysbeentheunderdoginthis fight.Now,afteryearsofdelayingreform, we’refinallyseeinglegislativevotesreflectpublicsupport,whereproponents outnumberopponentstwo-to-one.”

PollingfromtheUniversityof Delawarehasconsistentlyshownasolid majorityofresidents—60percentto62 percent—favorlegalizationoverthelast decade.RecentpollingfromCiviqs showslocalsupportforcannabisreform ashighas70percent.

DelawareNORML’sexecutivedirector,LauraSharer,commendedlawmakersonpassingbothHB1andHB2this weekwithsuchstrongendorsements.

“Legalizingcannabispossession,eliminatingcriminalpenaltiesforallages, andcreatingaregulatedmarketarehuge leapsforwardforDelaware,”saidSharer. “ProvisionsaffordedfromtheJustice ReinvestmentFundwillbeginthe processofreversingdecadesofdiscriminatory,harmfulandfundamentallyunfair cannabislawsbyputtingequitybackinto ourcommunities.”

Today’svictoryhascomeafteryearsof gridlock.Recentyearssawreformbills stallintheDelawareHouseduetothe steepapprovalrequirementsfornewlaws withlicenseandtaxes.Arevisedapproachbeganin2022whenprimesponsorRep.EdOsienski(D)splitthe measureintotwobills—onetorepeal thecriminalpenaltiesforpossession (HB1)andanothertolegalizetheadult-

usecannabismarket(HB2).

Lastyear,theretail-marketbillwas justasinglevoteshortofthethree-fifths threshold,duetoalawmaker’sabsence. Also,inthelastsession,thebilltoremovecannabispenaltiespassedboththe HouseandSenate,butGov.JohnCarney thenissuedaveto—onethattheHouse narrowlyfailedtooverride.

The2023sessionisalreadygoingina muchbetterdirectionforcannabis,advocatesnoted.BothbillspassedtheHouse withmorethanenoughvotestooverturn anyadditionalpushbackfromCarney. “Thisprogressislongoverdue,” Patchelladded.

HB1andHB2nowadvancetothe Senateandareexpectedtobescheduled forcommitteevotesinthenextlegislativedays

ByKerinMagill StaffReporter

ThewinnersoftherecentMillville TownCouncilelectionwereswornin onTuesday,March14,afterahistoric tiebetweentwocandidatesresultedin anunorthodox“flipofthecoin,”in whichtheloserofthetosswithdrew fromtherace.

IncumbentSharonBrienzaandnewcomerJosephParentweresworninat thestartofthetowncouncilmeetingon Monday,aswasthewinnerofthecoin toss,RobertWisgirda.Heandfellow incumbentBarbaraRyereachreceived 205 votesintheMarch4election.If theyhadnotagreedtosettlethetie withacointossorotherarrangement, theTownwouldhaveheldarunoff electionwithRyerandWisgirdaasthe solecandidates.

Followingtheswearing-in,thecouncilchoseitsofficersforthecomingyear. MayorRonaldBelinkoremainsinthat position,andBrienzaremainsdeputy mayor.PeterMichelwasnominatedfor treasurerandParentforsecretary.Allof thepositionswereapprovedunanimously.

BelinkogaveatributetoRyerasshe departedthedaisfollowingtheswearing-in,sayingshe“putinalotoflong hours,alotofhourstalkingtoeach

OceanViewvoter registrationdeadline isMarch24

BySusanCanfora StaffReporter

OceanViewresidentsplanningto voteformayorandonecouncilmember nextmonthmustregistertovoteby 4:30p.m.onFriday,March24.

Qualificationsarebeingatleast18, beingaU.S.citizenandlivinginOcean Viewforatleast30daysprecedingthe townelection.Thevoterregistration formcanbedownloadedatwww.oceanviewde.gov/forms,printedandmailed. Identificationisrequired.Orcall(302) 539-9797, ext.101.

TheelectionwillbeonSaturday, April8,withvotingfrom8a.m.to5 p.m.atOceanViewTownHallat32 WestAve.

Newcouncilmemberswillbesworn inat3p.m.onTuesday,April25.

Candidatesformayorareincumbent MayorJohnReddington,runningfora second,three-yearterm,andchallenging him,newcomerRandyRobust.

councilmember…tellingussome thingsthatwouldhelpusmakesome decisions,”addingthat“Iknowwe’re goingtogreatlymissthecontribution thatCouncilwomanRyerputforward.”

Ryer,acceptingatokenofappreciationfromtheTown,said,“Whatan honorandaprivilegeit’sbeentoserve oncouncil,”thankingherfellowcouncil members andthetownstafffortheir “supportandassistance.”

“Welearnedagreatdealfromeach other,andwe’vealwaysbeenableto workthroughtheroadblockstogether,” Ryersaid.

ShesingledoutTownManagerDeborahBotchieforspecialthanks,particularlyforheradvicewhileRyerservedas towncounciltreasurer.

“Shealwaystookthetimetositwith me,”Ryersaid,turningtoParentand

saying,“Joe,Ithinkshe’sgoingtobe yourbestasset,startingout.”

ShepraisedBotchie’s“wealthof knowledge,”andsaidBotchie’sassistancehelpedensure“thedecisionsI madewerealwaysinthebestinterestof thetown.”

“Thereweretimeswhenweagreed todisagree,butwecontinuedtomove forwardwithimportantbusiness,”Ryer said.

Sheconcludedherremarksbyrequestingthatthecouncilreconsider theirdecisiontotableherrecommendationfortaxreliefforMillvilleresidents foroneyear,“despitetherumorsand fear-mongeringthatit’sgoingtobankrupttheTown—becauseweknowthat ain’thappening.”

RyerhadfirstmadetherecommendationfortaxrelieflastOctober,andit

wasthentableduntilFebruary’scouncil meeting,atwhichtimethecouncil votednottomoveforwardbeforethe electionandbeforetheTowncompleted itsupcomingbudgetapprovalprocess. Shesaidshewouldcontinuetobe involvedintownactivitiesandattend councilmeetings.

“Nogoodbyestonight—juststay well,everyone,”Ryersaid.

Followinghisrenewalasmayor,Belinkothankedthecouncil“forhaving theconfidencetokeepmearoundfor anotheryear.”

Thecouncilalsovotedtocontinueto holditsregularmeetingsonthesecond Tuesdayofeachmonth.Thecouncil alsooftenholdsworkshopmeetingson thefourthTuesdayofthemonth.The timeforeachofthemeetingswillcontinuetobe7p.m.

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ABCtoholdbikesaleatMarinersonMay6

BySusanCanfora StaffReporter

AssistingBicycleCommuters(ABC) willsellexcessbicyclesfromitsinventoryonSaturday,May6,atMariners

BethelUnitedMethodistChurchin OceanView.

About40bikeswillbeforsalefrom 9to11a.m.

Allofthemwillhavebeenserviced bymechanicswhovolunteertheirservices,accordingtoLouisMelton,direc-

toroftheprogram.

Nobicycleswillbesoldbeforethe event.

Allofthebicyclesofferedforsale havebeendonatedtoABC,alocalnonprofitorganizationcreatedtolendbicyclestothosewhoneedtransportationto orfromwork.

“Whenbicyclesaredonated,theyare triaged.Ifabikemeetsourprogram profile,itgoesintoourinventory,orifit isbetterthanourinventoryprofile,we cleanitup,serviceitandputitupfor

sale.Ifit’sjunk,itgoestothescrapyard,” Meltonsaid.

BicyclesareloanedtotheShepherd’s OfficehomelessoutreachinGeorgetownandtoforeignstudentswhowork in theOceanViewareaduringthe summerseason.Children’sbikesare madeavailabletotheFamiliesinTransitionprogram.

“Weloanbikes,andwedon’ttake anydeposit.We’reluckyifweget80 percentofthemback,butwegetdonationsthroughouttheyear,sothatmakes

upfortheother20percent.Overthe years,theprogramhasgrowntolending mostofthebikestokidswhoworkhere duringthesummer.Iftheywanttoborrowabikefromus,theygothrough safetytrainingtoensuretheyknowhow torideabike.Weequipeachbikewith lights,andweissuehelmets,”Melton said.

ProceedsfromthesalebenefitABC’s operatingexpenses.

Todonateabicyclecallthechurch officeat(302)539-9510.

TheGreaterMillsboroChamberof Commerce’sBoardofDirectorsannouncedthisweektheappointmentof AnneAngelastheChamber’sexecutive

director,effectivethismonth.

“Theboard’sdecisioncomeswith confidencethatAnnewillbeanadvocateforthecommunityandanexcellent

stewardoftheChamber’smissionand vision,”Boardrepresentativessaid.

“Annebringsawealthofprofessional experienceasaseniorexecutive,andhasa

greatwayofthinkingthroughopportunitiesthatisbothstructuredandentrepreneurial.”BoardPresidentMikeDunmyer noted.“We’rethrilledtohaveherleading theChamber,andIknowourmembers willbe,too.”

Beforejoining theChamber, Angelhadextensiveexperiencein multifamilypropertymanagement inBaltimoreand servedonthe MarylandMultiHousingAssociation’sBoardofDirectorsformorethan adecade.

“Overthecourseofhercareer,Anne developedtheabilitytocreateopportunitiesbyconnectingpeopleandorganizations,askillthatwilltranslatewellto chambernetworking.SheandherhusbandTomrelocatedtoMillvilleinearly 2022andlovethearea,”theysaid.

“Iamhonoredtobepartofthe GreaterMillsboroChamberofCommerce,”Angelsaid.“Ilookforwardto gettingtoknowourmembersand strategicpartners,andtobuildinganorganizationthatisideallysuitedtodeliverontheirneeds.”

TheGreaterMillsboroChamberof Commercewasestablishedin1984.The Chamber representsbusinessesoperatinginornearMillsboro.

hasrepresentedDistrict3fortwoconsecutivethree-yeartermsandisnoteligibletorunagainthisyear.

Candidateswilldiscusstheirgoals andanswerquestionsataTown-sponsoredCandidates’Nightat6p.m.on Wednesday,March29,attownhall.

ThedeadlinetofiletorunforcouncilwasMonday,March13,andfor mayor,onFeb.28.

Othercurrentcouncilmembersare StephenCobb,District1,termexpiring April2025;ColleenTwardzik,District 2,termexpiringApril2025;andDon Walsh,District4,termexpiringApril 2024.

AngelappointedasexecutivedirectorofMillsborochamber

AnneAngel

DelawareBotanic GardensatPepper Creekopensgates

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DelawareBotanicGardensopenedtheir gates forthe2023seasononThursday, March16.Clockwisefromfarleft,the gardensrecreatedanoldfarmhouse foundationintheFollyGarden.The newlynamedWoodlandRidgeGarden, sponsoredbytheZonkoFamily.Purple andwhitecrocusescurrentlyblooming arepartoftheover200,000bulbs plantedinthegardens.Thegardensare openThursdaythroughSunday9a.m.to 4p.m.

CoastalCommunity Clean-Upevent setforApril22

TheBethany-FenwickAreaChamber ofCommerceandtheDelawareCenter fortheInlandBays—inpartnership withKeepDelawareBeautiful,Waste ManagementandtheSurfriderFoundationofDelaware—willhostthe DelawareCoastalCommunityClean-up tocelebrateEarthDay.FortheeventtakingplaceonSaturday,April22,from8 a.m.tonoon,groupsandindividualsalike arebeinginvitedtoadoptandcleana sectionofroadwaythroughoutTheQuiet Resorts.

Participantscancleanuptheroadways wherevertheyseeaneedorcanbeassignedtoanarea.Allregisteredvolunteerswillreceivecheck-indetailsand locationinformationtheweekofthe event.Eachcleaningareawillbeassigned adesignatedhublocationthatwillbe whereregisteredvolunteerswillcheckin, receiveclean-upsupplies,anddiscardcollectedtrash.

Freedisposalisavailable,andcomplete detailswillbeprovidedtoparticipantsvia email.Thoseinterestedinparticipating cansignupatthequietresorts.comuntil8 a.m.onApril21.ContacttheChamber at(302)539-2100formoreinformation.

Participantsarebeingencouragedto tagphotoswith#decoastalcleanupand tag@thequietresortstoshowhowmuch theywereabletocollect,andtoencourageotherstodothesame.

GalleryOneputting‘SpringEmergence’ondisplay

GalleryOnethisweekannounced theirAprilshow,“SpringEmergence,” opentothepublicMarch29through May2.

“Oncetheclocks‘spring’forwardwe allbreathlesslyawaittheemergenceof signsofspring;birdswebadefarewell toinfallreturnwithsong,treesarebudding,butterfliesandbumblebeescanbe

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seenbuzzingaroundnewlyblooming flowers,”organizerssaid.

Thoughspringofficiallybeginson March20,atGalleryOne,itisemerginginallitscolorfulgloryonMarch29, and artistW.ScottBroadfoot’soil painting“SpringEmergenceBlueBirds” haseveryelement:delicatebutvibrant greenfoliagesurroundabluebirdcouple inazureandorangetendingtheirnewly madenestandfuturenestlingslovingly encasedintheirceruleaneggs.Robins, red-wingedblackbirdsandchickadees areallearlytotheparty,whilebluebirds prefernottoshowupuntilwinteris surelygone.

Springisconsideredtheseasonof hope,andrebirth.

“Themagicalappearanceofflowers symbolizesthisbeautifully,andGallery Onehasflowersinabundancethis month!”organizersnoted.“Budson treesaretheveryfirstsignofspring,a plant’sbudsactasashieldforthedelicateflowersinside.InartistJillGlassman’soilpainting“JustPeachy,”wesee peachblossomsingorgeousrosypinks accentedbypastelgreens.”

“Thesearetheblossomsonmy neighbor’speachtreethatletmeknow thatwinterisoverandwarmerspring daysarecoming—andpeaches,too!” Glassmansaid.

Amongtheearliestbloomersisthe daffodil,seeninCyndyBeyer’spastel “HelloSpring,”withtheirsunnyyellows contrastedwithlavender.

“Daffodilsareoneofmyfavorite flowers.Thesegoldenbeautiesarealsoa symbolofcreativity,energy,resilience, forgiveness,vitalityandprosperity!”she said.

AsartistJoyceCondrysaid,andillustratesinheracrylicpainting“Poppy Field,”“Springmeansflowersarehere, and flowersmeanspringishere!”

“FloralDelights,”anacrylicbyartist LesleyMcCaskill,sumsitup:“After winter,springbringsariotofcolor!Peonies,allium,andfoxgloveareafewof myfavorites.”

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InDaleSheldon’s“SpringatLongwood”inacrylic,viewerstakeatripto oneofthearea’sgardens.ArtistLaura Hickmanincludesintheexhibithers pastelpanting“SpringTulips.”

“IbuytulipsinFebruarytobring springinsidemyhome,”Hickmansaid. “Wintersseemsolong,andtheseflowers aretheperfectantidote.”

The“emergence”oftheevidenceof springforartistMarybethPaterson,as depictedinherwork“DreamyBeach Day”inoil,meansthatsummer,and sunnydaysunderanumbrellabythe sea,isrightaroundthecorner.

GalleryOneisopendailyfrom10 a.m.to4p.m.,andstartingApril1, from10a.m.to5p.m.Itislocatedat32 AtlanticAvenue(Route26),Ocean View.Formoreinformation,call(302) 537-5055oremail

DaleSheldon’sacrylicpainting,‘Spring atLongwood’isjustonetheartworks ondisplayatGalleryOne’sAprilshow, ‘SpringEmergence.’

ByAshleyChristenson,DPT AquacarePhysicalTherapy

MarchisLymphedemaAwareness Month,soitisagreattimetolearn aboutlymphedemaandourbody’slymphaticsystem.

Perhapsyouhaveheardtheterm lymphaticsystemorlymphedema,but whatreallyisthissystemandhowdo peopleendupwithlymphedema?

Thelymphaticsystemisanintricate networkofnodesandpathwaysthat carrylymphfluidthroughoutthebody. Thisfluidisacombinationofwater, salts,proteinsandwhitebloodcells.It ser vesasacriticalcomponenttohealthy bodilyprocesses.

Lymphedemaoccurswhenthere’san obstructionoftheflowinthelymphatic vessels,resultinginswellinginmultiple areas,suchasarms,legs,neck,headand abdominalregion.

It’sbesttobeawareofpotential signssoappropriateactioncanbeginif necessary.Earlydetectionmakestreatmentmoreeffective.

LewesPublicLibrary tohost7thAnnualTeen JobFaironMarch25

Teensages14to19arebeinginvited toattendthe7thAnnualTeenJobFair attheLewesPublicLibraryonSaturday,March25,from11a.m.to1p.m.at thelibrary,locatedat111AdamsAvenue,Lewes.

Theannualfairconnectsteenapplicantswithlocalbusinessestodiscuss seasonaland/oryear-roundemployment opportunities.Thefairisfreeofcharge andopentoallteensages14to19.No registrationisrequired.

Participatingbusinessesinclude: Acme,BestAquatic,Chick-fil-A,City ofLewes,DairyQueen,DelawareHumanePartners,DelawareStateParks, FinsHospitalityGroup,Funland, GrandpaMac,JungleJim’s,Mr.Deli, RehobothKite&Toy,SunOutdoors, SurfBagelandThrashers.

Inpreparationforthefair,thelibrary willalsohostafreeJobFairPreparation WorkshopWednesday,March22,at6 p.m.Theworkshopwillcoverinterview techniques,etiquette,completingjob applicationsandtaxforms,employment laws,workpermitsandmore.Advance registrationisrequiredfortheworkshop,atthelibrary’swebsite,at lewes.lib.de.us.

“Thisyear’sjobfairisbiggerand betterthanever,with16businesses joiningthisyear,”saidTeenServicesLibrarianEmilyEllinger.“We’reexcited tohelpteens,manyofthemlookingfor theirfirstjob,buildconfidenceandnavigateinterviewsinthesupportiveenvironmentofthefair.”

Foradditionalinformation,visit lewes.lib.de.us.

Whensomethingdisruptsthenormalflowoflymphfluid,lymphedema mayresult,causingaccumulationsof fluid invariouspartsofthebody.You mightnoticeyouranklesareswollen moreregularlyandthinkthismightbe becauseyouatetoomuchsalt.However, iftheswellingpersists,youshouldtalk toyourhealthcareprovidertoseeifthe swellingmightbelymphedema.

Whilelymphedemacanbetreated successfullyinmanycases,thereisno cureforlymphedema.

Therearetwotypesoflymphedema –primaryandsecondary.

Primarylymphedemaisagenetic conditionwhichmayshowatbirthor later inlifethatpreventsthelymphatic systemfromproperlydraining.

Secondarylymphedemaisdueto otherfactorsthatcancausedamageto

thelymphaticsystemandcaninclude surgery,lymphnoderemoval,radiation, infection,injuryoratumorcausingobstructionoflymphaticvessels,among others.

Ifyouarediagnosedwithlymphedema,itisimportanttoworkwitha physicaltherapyteamyoutrusttogain supportandreliefofyoursymptoms.

Aquacare’sexpertphysicaltherapy teamin10locationsincludesseveral lymphedemaspecialists.

Oneofthewaystheteamcansupportyourhealingiswithcompletedecongestivetherapy.Thisinvolves skincare,manuallymphaticdrainage andmultilayercompressionbandaging, andcanalsoincludevasopneumatic compressionpumping.

Aquacare’steamsalsoworkwithpatientstocreateapersonalizedexercise

programconsistingofdecongestiveexercisesthatcanaidinthereturnoflymphaticfluid.

Exerciseisalsoanimportantaspect ofoverallhealthandweightmanagement,bothofwhichareimportant whentreatinglymphedema.

Inaddition,ourlymphedemaexperts knowandworkwithexceptionalcompaniestohelpconnectyouwithresources,includingcompression garmentsandat-homecompression pumpingequipment.

CallanAquacarelocationnearyou toscheduleyourfree30-minuteconsultationsoyoucantalktoourteamabout yoursymptomsandseehowwecan helpgetyoumovingagain.Call1-844547-7432orgotowww.aquacarephysicaltherapy.comtoconnectwithanoffice inyourneighborhood.

Thomas‘T.J.’Bunting,51

Thomas“T.J.”Bunting,51,passed awayonMarch14,2023,unexpectedly,athishomeinFrankford,Del. HewasbornJune2,1971,inValdosta,Ga.,sonofThomas“Tommy” Bunting(husbandofCynthia)of PineMountain,Ga.,andthelate PennyLynBunting.

Buntingwasadevotedhusband, father,brotherandunclewhoenjoyedspendingtimewithhisfamily, cookingandwatchingsportsofall kinds.Throughouthislife,hegave muchtohiscommunitybyvolunteeringwithLowerSussexLittle LeagueandhelpinginmanycapacitiesatTheRiverchurch.Allwho knewandlovedhimknewhimbest forhisspirittohelpandserveothers inanywaythathecould.

Inadditiontohismother,Bunting wasprecededindeathbyhisbrother BaineBunting;uncleCharlesSpicer, andJimmyPatchett.Buntingissurvivedbyhiswife,Megan;son Nathan;daughterNora;brotherTroy Williams;brotherBrianBunting; auntWinnieSpicerandJanetAndrews,JoanneSimmons,Joanne Patchett;andmanyniecesand nephews.

TohonorBunting’smemory,his

lifewillbecelebratedonSunday, March26,2023,atTheRiver church,locatedat35175Roxanna Road,Frankford,Del.Visitationwill beheldat3p.m.,andthecelebration ofhislifewillbeheldat4p.m.In lieuofflowers,thefamilyrequested donationstohelpdefrayfuneralexpensesbesenttoMelson’sFuneral Home,P.O. Box100,Frankford,DE 19945,orbymadecalling(302)7329000.Condolencescanbesentonlineat www.melsonfuneralservices.com.

CarolAdeleGooss,85

CarolAdeleGooss,soontobe86 yearsold,diedpeacefullyonFeb.8, 2023,attheCountryRestHomein Greenwood,Del.,afterashortillness.ShegrewupinOradell,N.J., attendingDouglasCollege,andcompletedherbachelor’sdegreeinelementaryeducationatFarleigh Dickinson.ShemovedwithherhusbandtoGeorgetown,Del.,in1964 toraiseherfamily,andlivedthere eversince.

Goossspentmostofheradultlife intheEpiscopalChurch,andwasa veryactivemember,singinginthe choirandhelpingwithparishsuppers.Withalifelongloveofmusic,

shesangwithmanygroupsfrom highschool,throughcollege,Sweet Adelines,churchchoirsandthe SouthernDelawareChoralSociety. ShealsohelpeddeliverMealson Wheelsformanyyears.

Shewillberememberedbyall whoknewandlovedherasawoman whohadafondnessfortheironiesof life,adeeptrustthatallwillbewell, agenerousheart,anabidingdevotion tothewelfareofherfamily…asshe wouldsay,anoldshoe.Shewillbe greatlymissed.

Goosswasprecededindeathby herbelovedparentsJohnandMildredTrich.Sheissurvivedbyher sisterJoanLoiaconoofCedarGrove, N.J.;herchildren,LindaBelkot(and Gary),DonaldGooss(andLigia), JohnGooss(andJoni)andSandra Gooss,allofGeorgetown;12grandchildren;fourgreat-grandchildren; andnumerousniecesandnephews.

Acelebrationoflifewillbeheld inthespringforfamilyandfriends. Condolencesmaybesentonlineby visiting www.melsonfuneralservices.com.

WendellBishop‘Bob’Harris,94

WendellBishop“Bob”Harris,94, diedMarch17,2023,athomein Georgetown,Del.HewasbornApril 18,1928,inNewport,R.I.Hewas theonlysonofthelateIrene (Howard)SullivanandWendellB. Harris.Hismotherremarried,andhe hadsixbrothersandsisters.

HeservedinboththeU.S.Navy andtheU.S.Army.Heservedinthe ArmyduringtheKoreanWar.

Harrisspenthisliferaisinghis familywithhislatewife,D. Lorraine Harris.Theyhadbeenmarriedfor 53yearsatthetimeofherpassing. Onceheretiredfromsales,he workedattheMilfordWalmartand becameknownas“BobtheShoeman.”

HeenjoyedreadingaboutAmericanhistory,andhelovedgettingtogetherwithothers.Healsoenjoyed

histwocats,GizmoandSmudge.He lovedmusicofallkinds,especially big-bandorchestra,jazz,bluesand gospel.

Inadditiontohisparentsand wife,Harriswasprecededindeathby hisson,Jeffrey“Shayne”Harris.He issurvivedbytwochildren,Susan HarrisofGeorgetown,Del.,and RobertHarrisandhiswife,Lisa,of Centereach,N.Y.,alongwithShayne Harris’widow,DebraVandorusof CapeCoral,Fla.Hehadfourgrandsons,JoshuaCohenofSavannah, Ga.;AlexHarrisandConnerHarris ofCentereach,N.Y.,andJacobLeveringofLewes,Del.HeisalsosurvivedbyhisbrotherJosephSullivan ofWestPalmBeach,Fla.,andhis sisterConnieMaricleofNewport, R.I.

Achapelservicewithmilitary honorswillbeheldat2p.m.on Monday,March27,2023,atthe DelawareVeteransMemorialCemetery,26669PatriotsWay,Millsboro, Del.Inlieuofflowers,thefamily suggestedmemorialcontributionsto VitasHospice,30265Commerce Dr.,Suite202,Millsboro,DE19966. Condolencesmaybesentonlineat www.watsonfh.com.Arrangements wereprovidedbyWatsonFuneral HomeinMillsboro,Del.

NancyJewell

Afteracourageousfightagainst cancer,NancyLynne(Davis)Jewell, whowasaresidentofSelbyville, Del.,passedawayonFeb.17,2023, at2:19inthemorning,atChristiana CareHospitalinNewark,Del.

Jewellreceivedherhighschool diplomafromCatonsvilleHigh SchoolandwenttoCatonsville CommunityCollegeaftergrowing upintheCatonsvilleareaofMaryland.Sheretiredin2003afteracareerinthemedicalfieldasa transcriptionistandmedicalsecretary.

PartnershipwithFoodBankofDelawaretoaidhouseholdsinSNAPtransition

Gov.JohnCarneyandLt.Gov. BethanyHall-LongonWednesday, March8,announcedapartnershipwith theFoodBankofDelawaretofillcommunityfoodpantriesstatewideandhold fooddrivesineachcountyforthree monthstohelpeasethetransitionfrom theendingofthefederalEmergency benefitsforSupplementalNutritionAssistanceProgram(SNAP)households. TheFoodBankwillhelpbridgethegap asSNAPfamiliestransitionawayfrom pandemic-relatedbenefitincreases.

InpartnershipwiththeDelawareDepartmentofHealth&SocialServices, theFoodBankofDelawarewillbe awarded$3.24millionofAmericanRescuePlanfundingtoprovidetheservices.

“Thisfundingwillhelpstockshelves atlocalfoodpantriesstatewide,andit’ll supportlargedrive-thrumobilepantries ineachcountytohelpDelawarefamilies

transitionaftertherecentfederalchange tofoodbenefits,”saidCarney.“UnwindingCOVID-19programsisagoodsign, andthisshouldhelpeasethetransition. We’regratefultotheFoodBankof Delawarefortheirpartnershiptohelp bridgethegapoverthenextfew months.”

“Ihaveheardtheconcernsoffamilies andcommunitiesthroughoutDelaware asemergencySNAPbenefitsend.Many familiesarealreadystrugglingtoput foodonthetable,”saidHall-Long.“This partnershipwiththeFoodBankof Delawarewillhelpeasetheburdenof theincreasedfoodhardshiponthese familiesastheytransitionback toregular benefitlevels.”

TheFoodBankofDelawarewillannouncethemobilefoodpantrydistributioneventsinthecomingweeks. Volunteerscanlookforadditionalinfor-

mationontheFoodBankofDelaware’s volunteerschedulingwebsite (www.fbd.volunteerhub.com).Localand communityfoodpantriescanbefound byvisitingdelaware211.org,textingthe ZIPcodeto898-211orcalling211.

“Wearealwaysstrongerasacommunitywhenwepartnertogether.Weare gratefulforourpartnersinstategovernmentwhocaredeeplyaboutourcommunity’smostvulnerable,”saidFoodBank ofDelawarePresidentandCEOCathy Kanefsky.“WhenemergencySNAP benefitswerefirstissuedatthestartof thepandemic,Idon’tthinkanyofus imaginedthatgrocerypriceswouldbeso highduetoinflation.Duetotheseincreasedcosts,weareservingmorepeople nowthanattheheightofthepandemic. Wehopetheseadditionalresourceswill providemuchrelieftoourneighbors.”

AsofMarch1,SNAPhouseholds

willreceivetheirregularmonthlyfood benefitamountonthenormalissuance dateandwillnolongerreceiveadditional emergencyfoodbenefitsontheirEBT cardsattheendofeachmonth.Duetoa changeinfederallawpassedintheConsolidatedAppropriationsActof 2023,thefinalemergencybenefits SNAPpaymentwasissuedonFeb.28.

“WeknowtheendoffederalEmergencyFoodBenefitsisgoingtobehard onDelawareanswhoreceiveSNAPbenefits,”saidDHSSSecretaryMollyMagarik.“Wehopethispartnershipwiththe FoodBankofDelawarewillhelprelieve someoftheburdennowfacedbySNAP householdsinourstateastheydealwith fewerbenefitsandhigherfoodcosts.” Moreinformationandresources aroundthechangecanbefound atde.gov/snapchanges.

RealEDvice

TheProsandconsofpurchasingrealestateinanLLCorcorporation

Whetheryoudreamofdominatingtherealestatemarketwithrental propertiesoneveryblock,oryou haveasecondhomethatyouoccasionallyrentout,purchasingrealestateinalimitedliabilitycompany (LLC)orcorporationhasitspros andcons.

Theupfrontcostswillbehigher, asyou’llneedtosetuptheentity(throughanattorney, coughcough),andthere’llbeadditionalpaperworkburdens, astaxesandStatefeesandreportswillhavetobefiledannually.Butyou’llalsobeabletoclaimcertaintaxbenefits,as thosehomeimprovementprojectssuddenlybecomebusinessexpenses(Iamnotyour“taxadvisor,”soconsultwith yourownprofessional),andyoucanlimityourpersonalliability,astheentityistheownerandnotyou.

Andifthisisagroupaffair,usinganLLCorcorporationwillprovidegreaterflexibilityinmanagingtheproperty withthefriendsorfamilyyou’veropedintothisendeavor. Justbecarefulwiththoseinvestmentreturnguarantees.

Sowhetheryourinvestmentdreamconsistsofahumble one-bedroomrental,ora10-bedroomoceanfrontestate, considertheprosandconsofpurchasinginanLLCorcorporation.

DanielConway

ScottandShuman,PA

(302)537-1147

dconway@scottshumanlaw.com

The“pros”ofpurchasingapropertyinanLLCorcorporationare: privacy,personalliabilityprotection, estateplanningbenefitsandflexibility formultipleowners.Averyimportant “con”isthelimitedtitleinsurancecoverageforanentity(LLCorInc.).

Thescenario:Aclientpurchasesa secondhomeinanLLCandcomes downforarelaxingweekendattheirbeachhouse,onlyto findpeoplealreadythereclaimingtheyaretheownersofthe property.Thenew“owners”produceadeedintheirnames andtheirsettlementsheet.Thereisnowadisputeaboutwho therealowneris.Becausetitleinsurancedoesnotcoverthe client,theymustpaytheirownlegalfeestodefendtheirtitle. Whathappened?

AnLLCorInc.canonlybeissuedabasicowner’stitle policy,whichhasnoprotectionagainstthefutureriskoftitle fraud,whereasafullcoveragehomeowner’spolicycanbeissuedwhenpurchasinginindividualname(s)andthishomeowner’spolicyhasprotectionagainstfuturetitlefraud.The emergenceofe-recordinghasledto“titletheft,”wherea scammere-recordsadeedintothescammer’snameandthen thescammersellsthepropertytoaninnocentparty.Abasic titleinsurancepolicydoesnotinsureagainstthisrisk.

MeaghanMahoneyHudson Ward&Taylor,LLC

(302)227-1403

MHudson@wardtaylor.com

Onebenefitofholdingtitleinan LLCorcorporationisprotection fromliability.Assetsownedbyan LLCarekeptseparatefromyourindividuallyownedassets.Ifyouown propertyinthenameofanLLCand someoneisinjuredontheproperty, thatpersoncouldseektofilealawsuitfordamages.Thelawsuitwould befiledagainstthepropertyowner,butbecausetheproperty wasownedbytheLLC,theliabilityislimitedtothevalueof theproperty;theowner’sotherassetsarenotatrisk.

Anotherbenefitisthatyoucanownpropertyanonymously,becausethedeedandtaxrecordswouldshowthe LLCastheowner,ratherthantheindividual.Thisisimportanttosomeclientswhodon’twanttheirnosy neighbors/friends/enemies/creditorsknowingalltheirassets.

One“con”ofholdingtitleinthenameofanLLCorcorporationisthatthevalueoftheLLC/realestatemaybesubjecttoprobatetaxupondeath.Wehadaclientrecentlythat diedowninganLLCthatownedrealestatevaluedatover$1 million.Whenhisestatewasprobated,theestatehadtopay morethan$15,000inprobatetaxes,whichwouldhavebeen avoidedhadheownedthepropertyinhisindividualnameor inarevocabletrust.

RobbieRobinson

Parsons&Robinson,P.A.

(302)539-2220

Robbie@steve-parsons.net

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HouseRepublicansdesignate‘rankingmembers’oncommittees

StateHouseRepublicansrecentlydesignated“rankingmembers”foreachHousecommittee.

UsedinCongressandsome stategovernments,rankingmembersareusuallythelongest-servingminoritycommitteemember.

“Ourrankingmembersareeitherourmosttenuredrepresentativesonacommitteeorthe memberwebelievedwasmostengagedwiththecommittee’sfocus,” saidStateHouseRepublican LeaderMikeRamone(R-Pike CreekSouth).

Ramonesaidusingtheranking memberconceptwouldhavesome distinctadvantages.

“Itwillprovideabettermechanismforcommunicatingdifferent perspectivesintocommitteedebateandimprovetransparency andclarityforthoseseekingthe positionofourcaucusonaspecificbillbeforeacommittee,”he said.

CommitteesintheDelaware HouseofRepresentativesplaya significantroleinwhatHouse billsbecomelaws,accordingto

JosephFulgham,directorofPolicy &CommunicationsfortheHouse RepublicanCaucus.TheHouse has22committeesthatfocuson specificsubjectareas.Someare chargedwithworkingonthe state’soperatingorcapitalbudgets.Othersanalyzebillsdealing withtopicsrangingfromagriculturetotransportation.Eachof thesecommitteesvariesinsize andisstaffedbygroupsoflegislatorsinterestedinservingonthem.

TheSpeakeroftheHouseultimatelyselectswhichlegislators

serveoneachHousecommittee. Thesegroupsarealwaysstructuredinfavorofthemajority party—currentlyDemocrats— withitsmembersconstitutingthe majorityofeachcommitteeand leadershippostsexclusively staffedbyDemocraticlegislators. Whenanewbillisfiled,the Speakerassignsittoacommittee. UnderHouseRules,billsin committeesareexpectedtoreceive ahearingwithin12legislative

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daysofarrival(daysonwhichthe Houseisinsession).Thechairpersondetermineswhenabillis broughtbeforethecommitteefor consideration.Themeasuresare typicallyexaminedatahearing opentothepublic,oftenwith lobbyists,citizens,andother stakeholderstestifyinginsupport oftheirpositions.Itiscommon forabilltoreceivemorescrutiny inacommitteesettingthanon theHouseorSenatefloor.

Afterward,committeemembers decidewhethertoallowthebillto proceed.Ifthebillwinssupport fromamajorityofthemembers,it isreleased.

Billssuccessfullynavigatingthe committeeprocessareplacedon theHouseReadyList.Fromhere, theymay(ormaynot)beplaced onanagendafordebateandactionbythefullchamber.

Republicanrankingmembers oneachHousecommittee(except forthosestaffedexclusivelyby Houseleadership—Administration,EthicsandRules)forthe currentsessioninclude:

•Agriculture—StateRep. JesseVanderwende

•Appropriations—StateRep. RuthBriggsKing

•CapitalInfrastructure(Bond Bill)—StateRep.RonGray

•Corrections—StateRep. RuthBriggsKing

•EconomicDevelopment— StateRep.DannyShort

•Education—StateRep.Mike Smith

•Gaming&Pari-Mutuels— StateRep.TimDukes

•Health&HumanDevelopment—StateRep.KevinHensley

•Housing&CommunityAffairs—StateRep.KevinHensley

•Judiciary—StateRep.Jeff Spiegelman

•Labor—StateRep.Mike Smith

•NaturalResourcesandEnergy —StateRep.RichCollins

•PolicyAnalysis&GovernmentAccountability(Sunset)— StateRep.JeffSpiegelman

•PublicSafety—StateRep. ShannonMorris

•Revenue&Finance—State Rep.MikeSmith

•Technology&Telecommunications—StateRep.TimDukes

•Transportation,LandUse& Infrastructure—StateRep.ShannonMorris

•VeteransAffairs—StateRep. DannyShort.

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Second Season

March23

FreeWrite— TheRehobothBeachWriters Guild(RBWG)willhostaweeklyFreeWrite sessionatSouthCoastalLibraryat10:30 a.m.Participants18andolderofallskilllevelswillpracticecreativewritinginafriendly andnurturingatmosphere.Attendinperson, orviaZoom.Thisisfree,andregistrationis requiredfortheZoomoption.Toregister,visit southcoastal.lib.de.usorcall(302)8585518.

SeaGlassCanvas— Clairwillleadaclassat SouthCoastalLi braryat2p.m.ondecorating acanvaswithlook-alikeseaglass.Youmay bringyourownseaglassifyoulike.Thisis free,andallmaterialsareprovided.Registrationisrequiredandavailableat(302)8585518orsouthcoastal.lib.de.us.

DaffodilswithKids— ROOTSYouthDevelopmentwillteachelementary-agechildren aboutthelifecycleofdaffodilsatSouth CoastalLibraryat5p.m.Childrenwillalso havetheopportunitytoarrangeasmallbouquetofdaffodilswi thtwinetogiveasagift. Thisisfree,andregistrationisrequiredand availableatsouthcoastal.lib.de.usorbycalling(302)858-5518.

YogaforBeginners— FrankfordPublicLibraryishostingacourseforyogisandbeginneryogisat11a.m.Whetheryouareyoung orold,overweightorfit,abeginneroradvanced,yogahasthepowertocalmthemind andstrengthenthebody.Youcanpay$20a monthforunlimitedyogaToregister,visit frankford.lib.de.usorcall(302)73 2-9351.

LittleLearners— FrankfordPublicLibraryis hostingLittleLearnersat10:30a.m.fora storytimesessionforages3-4,andtheir caregivers,topromoteliteracy.Thereis alsoacraft,andanopportunitytoengage withotherpre-schoolers.Registrationisrequired,andavailableatfrankford.lib.de.us orbycalling(302)732-9351.

SuperLearners— FrankfordPublicLibrary ishostingSuperLearnersat4p.m.fora storytimesessionforages5-7,andtheir car egivers,topromoteliteracy.Thereis alsoacraftorSTEMproject,andanopportunitytoengagewithotherchildren.For moreinformation,visitfrankford.lib.de.us orcall(302)732-9351.

AdultCraftNight— FrankfordPublicLibraryishostinganAdultcraftNightat5:30 p.m.,featuringDIYcleaningsupplieswith naturalingredients.Registrationisrequired. Formoreinformation,visit frankford.lib.de.usorcall(302)732-9351.

Dine&Donate— NortheastSea food KitchenishostingaDine&Donatefor GardenersBytheSeafrom4to8p.m. Theclubisinvolvedinofferingscholarshipstostudentswishingtofurthertheir careersinhorticulture,HospiceTree,HabitatfortheHumanity,gardentherapy,youth programsatLordBaltimoreElementary Schoolandmore.A50/50rafflewillbe announcedat8p.m.Formoreinformation ontheclub,callJacquiMaliziaat(302) 388-6019oremail

jacquelinemalizia@gmail.com.

FriendsoftheL ibrary— Friendsofthe SelbyvillePublicLibraryisholdingameetinginthelibrary’smeetingroomat5p.m.

ContinuingEvents

Clubs/Organizations

MarinesMeet— TheFirstStateDetachment oftheMarineCorpsLeaguemeetsonthe fourthWednesdayofeachmonthatthe OceanCity(Md.)AmericanLegionPost166 on23rdStreetatnoon.AnyMarinesand NavyCorpsmenwhohaveservedinthe Corps,livinginWorcesterorSussexCounties,arewelcometojointomeettheirfellowveteransandconsiderjoiningthe organization.Theirmissioniscommunity servicethroughcamaraderieandvolunteerism.Form oreinformation,call(410) 430-7181oremailwebsergeant@firststatemarines.org.

SocratesCafé— BethanyBeachChristian ChurchwillbethelocationforthenextmeetingofSocratesCaféagroupofindividuals fromdifferentbackgroundsthatdiscuss philosophicalideas.Themeetingsarethe firstTuesdayofeachmonth,from2to3:30

p.m.Everyoneiswelcome.Formoreinformation,call537-9440oremail bonniejd.rae@gmail.com.

CommunityClub— TheSelbyvilleC ommunity Clubiswelcomingnewmembers,andmeets onthesecondThursdayofeachmonthat SalemMethodistChurchat1p.m.,withasocialhourfromnoonto1p.m.Formoreinformation,visitselbyvillecommunityclub.orgor emailselbyvillewomensclub@gmail.com.

IntheGenes— SponsoredbytheLewesHistoricalSocietyandtheSussexCountyGenealogicalSociety,theGenealogistin ResidenceprogramisonthefirstSaturdayof eachmonthfrom10a.m.to2p.m.inthe Readi ngRoomattheLewesHistoryMuseum. MembersoftheSocietywillbeavailableto helpanyonewhohasquestionsabouttheir familytree.TheLewesHistoricalSociety ArchivesFamilyFileswillbeavailableforresearch.Formoreinformation,visitthemat scgsdelaware.orgorhistoriclewes.org.

FOPMeets— TheFraternalOrderofPolice Lodge16BethanyBeachmeetsattheOcean ViewPoliceDepartmentonthefirstThursday ofthemonthat5p.m.Theyhavemembers frommanydiff erentpoliceorganizations,and therearemorethan100currentmembers whoareactiveorretired.Theydosuspend meetingsduringthesummermonths,and theysupportlocalpolicedepartmentsand theirfamilies.TheyalsocoordinateLEOSA firearmsqualificationsformembersatthe BridgevilleRifleandPistolClub.Formoreinformation,contactSecretaryPaulBoltonat pebolton@comcast.netorbycalling(301) 774-5084.

VIPMeets— VIPisasocialgroupforvisuallyimpairedpersons,andmeetsthefirstand thirdWednesdayofeachmonthattheMastersoncenteratSt.AnnChurchfrom1to3 p.m.Newmembersarewelcome.Formore information,call(240)315-4361.

Drop-Ins

WethePeople— "WethePeople"isaneffort puttogetherbyBillMurphytocelebratepatriotismandcelebratetheflag,bymeetingat theBethanyBeachbandstandeveryWednesdayat8:30a.m.tosupportthemilitary,law enforcementandfirefighterswhoserveand protec t.Allarewelcome.

Politics

DemsMeet— The41stDemocratRDmeets thethirdThursdayofeverymonthatPizza KingRestaurantinMillsboroat6p.m.Thisis opentoanyDemocrats.Formoreinformation,callDonnaSpicklerat(302)927-0050.

DemocratsMeet— The38thRepresentative DistrictDemocraticCommitteemeetsthe firstWednesdayofeverymonthatSouth SeeEVENTSpage42

FreemanArtsPavilionrepresentativesthisweekannouncedthesecond roundofperformancesaddedtoits 2023season.

Theoutdoorvenue—aprogramof theJoshuaM.FreemanFoundation,a fundraisingartsnonprofit,locatednear Selbyville—willpresentits16thseason,withamixofdance,theatre,children’sperformancesandlivemusic.The additionofnewshowswillcontinuein thecomingweeksaswell,representativesnoted.

Nationalactsincludedinthisround ofperformancesare:CheapTrickon June 25;SteveMillerBandonJune29; ZiggyMarleyonJune30;StraightNo Chaser—TheYachtRockTouronJuly

13;comedianTomPapa:2023Comedy TouronJuly16;ThreeDogNighton July20;Pop2000TourwithChris Kirkpatrickof*NSYNC,O-Town, BBMak&RyanCabreraonJuly22; BigBadVoodooDaddyonJuly23; CountingCrows:BansheeSeasonTour withspecialguestDashboardConfessionalonJuly25;MarcusKing—Live inConcertonAug.10;andTrainon Aug.26.

TributeartistsandfreeeveningperformancesincludeWizardAcademy!on June21;TheBrothersDoobie—A DoobieBrothersExperienceonJune 22;LocalUndertheLightsonJuly6; HollywoodNights:TheBobSegerExperienceonJuly8;Eaglemania:The

World’sGreatestEaglesTributeonJuly 14;CalpulliMexicanDanceCompany onJuly15;ThePrinciplesofHipHop: Celebrating50YearsonJuly19;The BeatGoesOn—CherTributeShow onJuly21;ClassicAlbumsLive— Aretha’sGoldonJuly29;GoGo GadgetonAug.2;DeanFord&The BeautifulOnes—ATribute2Prince onAug.5;andSiriusXMPresents YachtRockRevue—ReverseSunset TouronSept.1.

Ticketsfortheseperformancesgoon saletothepublicThursdayandFriday, March23-24,atfreemanarts.org.Onsaletimeswillvarythroughouttheday, andinterestedattendeesshouldcheck individualeventpagesforexacttimes.

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YouthArtShowwinnerstobehonoredMarch25

BySusanCanfora StaffReporter

Awardswillbepresentedto youngartistswhoenteredtheannualYouthArtShowat2p.m.on Saturday,March25,attheSelbyvillePublicLibrary.

Workshavebeenondisplayat thelibraryallmonth.

MembersoftheSelbyville CommunityClub,whichorganizes theannualshow,curatedpiecesthat weresubmitted,andtheywere judgedMarch1-4.ScoresweretalliedonMarch6andribbons placed.

SelbyvilleMayorRichardDuncan,whohasrepeatedlypraisedthe talentofthestudentsandencouragedthepublictoseetheshow,is expectedtobeatthelibraryonSaturday,meetingthestudentsand givingouttheawards.

“Therewillbeprizesforfirst, second,third,andsometimeshonorablemention,inallofthecategories.Lastyear,$1,156was awardedto56ofthestudents.We haveajuriedshow,andthisyearwe havefivejudges,withsomereturning.Someareactiveartistsorhave anartbackground,”JackieBates, chairwomanoftheSelbyville CommunityClub’sArts&Culture Program,explained.

“Peoplegotothelibraryto browseforbooks,andtheyare overwhelmedbythetalentofthese students.Thekids,dotheycount onprizemoney?Theydon’teven knowtheyaregettingit.Theyare thrilledtohavetheirartdisplayed,” shesaid.

TheCommunityClubsponsors theshow,inconjunctionwiththe NationalCelebrationofYouthArt.

Thisyear,theshowincludesanewdisplay—acollaborativeprojectby18studentsatSouthernDelawareSchoolofthe Arts.

Amongsubjectsofworksliningthe wallsatthelibraryaresunsets,landscapes, mittens,pumpkins,portraits,buildings andflowers.Thereareabstracts,collages, drawings,sculpturesandphotographsin charcoal,pastelsandoilpaint,allcreated bychildreninkindergartenthroughthe finalyearofhighschool,fromShowell ElementarySchool,SelbyvilleMiddle School,theSouthernDelawareSchoolfor theArtsandIndianRiverHighSchool,

aswellashome-schooledstudents.

JackieBerger,whohelpedcuratethe show,andwhohasbeenactivewiththe club’sartprogram,saidstudents“continue toamazethecommunitywiththequality oftheirart.”

“Thestudents’ability,creativityandexcitementisshownintheirtop-notchartwork,fromtwo-dimensional, photography,drawingsandpaintingsto three-dimensionalandclaycreations,”she said.

“Wearegratefulforthepartnership thatthelibraryhaswiththeSelbyville CommunityClub,”SelbyvilleLibraryDi-

rectorKellyKlinetoldtheCoastalPoint.

“Theyhelpenrichourlibraryinso manyways.Oneofthemisthroughthe YouthArtShow,whichisaphenomenal effortforthemtomakesuretheyoung, talentedartistsarerecognized.

“Ihavebeenajudgeinthepast,and I’malwaysgladwhenIdon’thavetobea judge,becauseit’sahardjob.Thekidsare sotalented.It’sreallydifficulttohaveto bethepersontojudge.Alloftheartwork iswonderful.Everysquareinchofour wallspaceistakenup.Everybodylovesit,” Klinesaid.

PrizemoneycomesfromtheSelbyville

CommunityClubandseveralpatrons,includingMountaireFarms andJ.ConnScottFurniture.

YouthArtMonthemphasizes thevalueofarteducationforchildrenandencouragessupportfor qualityschoolartprograms,Bates said.Itisadministeredbythe CouncilforArtEducationandfocusesonthevalueofthateducation,“whichdevelopsdivergentand criticalthinkingskills,multicultural awarenessandtechnical,communicationandexpressiveskills.”

TheSelbyvilleCommunity Club,anaffiliateoftheGeneral FederationofWomen’sClubs, startedtheshowin2004atthe suggestionofthelateLuceelCreel, whowasamember.

Atfirst,onlyfirst-placewinners wererecognized,andtherewasno formaljudging.Astheyears passed,amoreformalprogram evolved,Batessaid.

By2016,theprogramincluded judgingcriteriaandarubric.As theYouthArtMonthgrew,displays“tookontheatmosphereof anartgallerywithajuriedshow. Thesedisplaysattractedtheattentionoflocalnewspapersandalso includedinterviewingteachers abouttheirongoingprojects,”she said.

AttheJanuary2018meetingof theSelbyvilleTownCouncil, RogerMarino,whowasatthat timepublicrelationsdirectorfor MountaireFarms,awardedclub memberswiththeMountaireBetterDelawareAwardthatincluded a$500cashprize.Clubofficers andmembersoftheArtsCommitteewerefeatured,alongwithprizewinningworksinasegmentofa localTVshow,prompting$1,390 indonations.

In2019,theprogram’ssuccessesincreasedto69student-artistsreceiving monetaryprizes.In2020,dueto COVID-19-relatedrestrictions,the awardsprogramwascanceledandprize moneydistributedintheschools.

Thenextyear“beganwithallgoodintentionsofhavingaphysicalgalleryand awardsceremonyattheSelbyvillePublic Library,”Batessaid,butduetocontinuingrestrictions,schoolscheduleschanged andpublicinteractionwasprohibited. Theshowatthelibrarywascanceledbut, Batessaid,returnsthisyear.

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KellyKlineadmiressomeoftheyouthartworkswhentheywereondisplayattheSelbyvillePublic Library.

FamilyEasterEventsetforSaturdayatMariner’s

BySusanCanfora StaffReporter

TheEasterBunny willbeatMariner’s BethelUnited MethodistChurchfor theannualFamily EasterEventonSaturday,March25,greeting childrenwhowillparticipateinahuntfor thousandsofplastic eggsfilledwithtreats.

“Everyyear,it’safun timeforthefamilyto comeoutandexperience Eastertogetherandalso understandtherealreasonbehindEaster,”said MichelleChristopher, Children’sWorshipcoordinatorforthechurch, locatedat81Central Av e.inOceanView.

“Wegetalotofgood feedback.Peopleenjoy havingacommunity eventthatisfree,that theycantaketheirkids outtoandenjoy.Our ideaistobringoutthe entirefamily—kids, parents,grandparents,”

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Christophersaidabout thegathering,planned for2to4p.m.onthe campusoftheOcean Viewchurchandinside itsHopeCenter.

Plannedaresnacks andbeverages,glitter tattoos,crafts,music playedbyDJRandy, BalloonTwistermaking animalsfromballoons, andtheEasteregghunt, whichwilltakeplace outdoorsifweatherpermitsandinsideifit rains.

Christophersaid 3,000to4,000colorful eggswillbehidden.

AtStationsofthe Cross,forchildrenand adults,visitorswillbe abletobetterunderstandwhatJesusenduredastheyreflecton theholiday,onApril8 thisyear.

Lastyear,about150 guestsattendedthe event,freeandopento thepublic,Christopher said.

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LasVegascoming toLakeside

TheLakesideHomeOwnersAssociationishostingamurdermystery dinnertheateronSaturday,Sept.10, atthePot-NetsLakesideCommunityCenterinLongNeck.Doors willopenat4:30p.m.

“Murder,VegasStyle”willbeperformedbyWithoutaCueProductionsofBensalem,Pa.Theyhave producedmorethan30different showsand“killed”morethan2,000 castandaudiencememberssince formingin2002.

In“Murder,VegasStyle,”theParrotCasinoandHotelisundernew managementandbigchangesare coming.Thehotel’sheadlinerswill fightitouttodeterminewhowillget theultimatespotofsolecasinodraw. Audiencememberscouldseean Elvisimpersonator,aRatPack-style croonerandasequin-cladmagician’s assistant.Butwilltheymakeit throughtheperformancealive?

Theeveningofmurderandmayhemwillalsoincludeacasino-style buffetdinnerofham,friedchicken, tossedsalad,ambrosia,pineapple stuffing,dessert,rollsandbutter,and beverages.Attendeesmaybringan alcoholicbeverage.

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LThecosttoattendtheeventis $28.Ticketsmaybepurchasedby callingBettyat(302)945-1263or Patat(215)805-7782.Notickets willbesoldatthedoor.Thecommunitycenterisat33076RockCove, adjacenttothelake,offLakeshore Circle.

Brandywinetohost blockparty,calendar releaseparty

BrandywineLivingatFenwickwill celebratingNationalAssistedLiving WeekstartingonSept.11andrunning throughSept.17,hostinganeighborhoodblockpartyat21111Arrington Drive,Selbyville(WestFenwick),on Sept.11from1to4p.m.,withfriends andneighborsinvitedtovisitthefacility’sparkinglots,wheretherewillbea band,food,drinksadunktank,games andraffles.Thosewhowishtoattend shouldRSVPbySept.2,to(302)4360808.

Brandywinewillalsohostits5th AnnualCalendarReleasePartyonSept. 13,from4to7p.m.,celebratingtherelease oftheresidents’annualcalendarto supporttheAlzheimersAssociationof Delaware,withthethemethisyearof “KeepConnected.”Thepartywillfeaturemusic,foodandtheopportunityto purchasecalendars.Thosewishingto attendshouldRSVPto(302)436-0808 bySept.6.

LocalScholarships

Grisescholarshiptobegranted tolocalstudent

ThePreceptorOmegaBetaSigma PhiSororityChapterthisspringwillbe grantingthe27thannualHowardD. GriseMemorialScholarshiptoaqualifiedhigh-schoolgraduate.Candidates mustresideintheIndianRiverHigh Schoolattendanceareaanddemonstrate acommitmenttothecommunity throughvolunteerism.

Applicationsmaybeobtainedfrom IndianRiverHighSchoolorSussex TechnicalHighSchoolguidancecounselors,byemailatnc1belle1946@verizon.net.Theapplicationdeadlineis April20.

SouthCoastalAARPtoaward scholarships

TheSouthCoastalDelawareChapterofAARPwillgivetwo$1,500collegescholarshipstoIndianRiverHigh Schoolseniorsin2023.Thisisthe16th yearofthescholarshipprogram,which recognizestwooutstandingstudents whohaveattendedIRHSforatleast theirjuniorandsenioryears.

Thestudentsareselectedbasedon theiracademicrecord,extracurricular, communityandworkactivities,andon anessayrelatedtostudents’scholastic andcareergoals.Electronicfillableap-

plicationsareavailablethroughtheofficeofthehighschoolguidancecounselor.TheIRHSapplicationsaredue backtotheguidancecounselorby Wednesday,April5.ThescholarshiprecipientswillbeannouncedonMay17 aspartofanawardsprogram.

ThelocalAARPchapterwillalso awardthreescholarshipstoDelTech students—two$1,000scholarshipsto twonursingstudentsandone$500 scholarshiptoanon-nursingstudent, forthefallsemester.Thescholarships, whichareawardedtoadultstudents(25 orolder)aregivenforboththefalland springsemesterseachyear.Formoreinformation,studentsshouldcontactthe school’sAdmissions&FinancialAid office.

TheSouthCoastalAARPChapter offersprogramsofcommunityoutreach, advocacy,scholarships,travelanda rangeofsocialandrecreationalactivities forthoseinsoutheasternSussex County.TheSouthCoastalAARP ScholarshipCommitteeisalsothe sponsoroftheArtisansFair,tobeheld Saturday,May27,atLordBaltimore ElementarySchool.Forinformationon membershipforthose50orolder,email Rieck5226@aol.comorcallDottie Rieckat(302)539-2654.ThoseinterestedinexhibitingattheArtisansFair

cangotosouthcoastalaarp.organdclick onArtisansFair.

LBWCscholarshipapplications dueMarch31

TheLordBaltimoreWomen’sClub (LBWC)ofOceanViewisinviting highschoolseniorslivingintheIndian RiverSchoolDistricttoapplyforits 2023scholarships.Theapplication deadlineisMarch31.

Thescholarshipprogramisopento qualifyingseniorswhoattendIndian RiverHighSchool,SussexCentral HighSchoolorSussexTechnicalHigh School.Applicationsmustcomplywith therequiredcriteriaidentifiedinthe scholarshipapplicationmaterialstobe considered.Interestedstudentsare beingurgedtocontacttheguidancedepartmentattheirhighschoolforinformationabouthowtoapply.Candidates willbeevaluatedontheiracademic qualifications,extracurricularactivities, communityservice,employmentexperienceandfinancialneed.Scholarship winnerswillbenotifiedonoraround May15.

VFWholdingcontests,offering scholarshipforstudents

TheVeteransofForeignWars (VFW)hasanumberofcontestsand

scholarshipsgoingonthroughthe monthofMarch.

CreativePatrioticArtcontest (Grades9-12)entriesdueMarch31. AlsoforGrades9-12,3-DPatriotic ArtcontestentriesaredueMarch31. IllustratingAmericaArtContest (GradesK-8)entriesaredueMarch31. GetExcitedforRed,White&Blue (GradesK-12)entriesaredueMarch 31.

Contestapplicationscanbedownloadedat www.vfw.org/community/youth-andeducation/youth-scholarships,orsend anemailtoscaux@aol.comformoreinformation.

Additionally,VeteransofForeign WarsAuxiliarymembersoftheOcean ViewMasonDixonPost7234areofferinga$1,500scholarshiptoa2023graduatingstudentattendingIndianRiver HighSchool.Applications,dueby March30,areavailableontheIndian RiverHighSchoolwebsiteorbyemail toscaux@aol.com.

AlphaAlphapresenting HowardScholarship

AlphaAlphaSororityispresentingthe PaulaA.HowardCommunityScholarship

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toagraduatingseniorwhoiscurrentlyattendingIndianRiverHighSchool.

InterestedstudentsareurgedtocontacttheGuidanceDepartmentorcontactSueMcKoneviaemailat PAHScholarship@gmail.com.Applicantsmustcomplywiththerequired criteriaidentifiedinthescholarshipap-

earneda3.0orhigheracademicaverage forthesemester.

TheGeorgiaInstituteofTechnology, orGeorgiaTech,isconsideredoneof thetoppublicresearchuniversitiesin

plicationmaterials,andthedeadlineto applyisMarch31,2023

.Afterselectingthefinalfivecandidates,thecommitteewillbeginaninterviewprocesswiththefinalists betweenMay18-22.Thescholarship winner willthenbenotified.

SubmissionsopenforIRAlumni scholarships

TheIndianRiverHighSchool

theU.S.Itoffersbusiness,computing, design,engineering,liberalartsandsciences degrees.Itsmorethan45,000undergraduateandgraduatestudents, representing50statesandmorethan

AlumniAssociationwillofferthree scholarshipsthisspring,toIRseniors andalumniofallages.Allapplications areduebyFriday,April21.The2023 awardsaren’taboutacademicsorfinancialaidbuttheapplicant’sschoolspirit orpersonalcharacter.

ApplicationsfoundareattheIR GuidanceOfficeandonline (www.IRHSAlumni.com).

The IRPrideScholarshipaimsto

148countries,studyatthemaincampus inAtlanta,atcampusesinFranceand China,andthroughdistanceandonline learning.

Formoreinformation,visitgatech.edu.

awardmultipleprizesof$500to$1,000 toIRHSseniors.Theawardcelebrates schoolspirit,notjustacademics,athleticsorfinancialneed.Applicantswillrespondtothequestion“Howhaveyou contributedtomakeIRabetterplace?” includingleadership,schoolspiritor gooddeeds.

TheIRPrideScholarshipforCurrentAlumniisofferedtograduatesof allprioryearsandallages.Winnerscan receive$500foranycollegelevel,from an associatedegreetoapost-doctorate. ApplicantsmustbeAlumniAssociation members(registeronline,freeof charge).

Finally,theRidgeMurrayMemorial Scholarshipisofferedinhonorofa 2014IRHSgraduatewhopassedaway unexpectedlyinNovemberof2021.

“Throughthegenerosityofhis family,friendsandthecommunity,the RidgeMurrayMemorialScholarship hasbeenestablished,”saidhisparents, DanaMurrayandE.BennettMurray IV.“Two$2,500scholarshipswillbe awardedtoIRHSgraduatingseniors thatshowsimilarcharacteristicsto Ridgeinmakingourworldabetter placebyhelpingothers,community involvement,beingateamplayer,respectingothersandworkinghard.”

TheysaidtheentireMurrayfamily hasbeenoverwhelmedbythecommunity’ssupportandlove,andthanked everyonewhocontributedscholarship, whichwillbeawardedformanyyearsto come.

“Therearesomewhobringalight sogreattotheworldthatevenafter theyhavegone,thelightremains,”the familysaid,helpingRidge’snameto liveon.

IndianRiverHighSchoolAlumni Associationformedin2012toconnect alumni,whilesupportingandpromotingIRHS.Withcommunitysupport, they’vegivenmorethan$60,000in scholarshipstomorethan70students. TheAlumniAssociationmeets monthlyandwelcomesnewmembers andideas.

Fundraisingcontinuestosupportas manystudentscholarshipsaspossible. ThegroupwillhosttheirBeef&Brew fundraiser,withhomemadefoodand livemusic,startingat6p.m.onSaturday,April15,at$35perticket.

Donationchecksarealsowelcome, toIRHSAlumni;29772ArmoryRoad; Dagsboro,DE19939(Memoline“IR PrideScholarship,”“RidgeMurray Scholarship”or“Generaldonation”). Formoreinformation,visit www.IRHSalumni.com,emailIndianRiverAlumni@gmail.comorfindthem onFacebook.

DSPCitizensPoliceAcademytobeginMarch29

The2023SpringDelawareState PoliceCitizensPoliceAcademywill beginonWednesday,March29.The academywillconsistofnineWednesday-nightsessions,eachrunningfrom6 to8p.m.Mostoftheclasseswilltake placeatDelawareStatePoliceTroop7, locatedat19444MulberryKnollRoad inLewes,andtheSussexCounty EmergencyOperationsCenter,located at21911RudderLaneinGeorgetown. Participantswilllearnaboutanarray ofpoliceactivitiesconsistentwithwhat theDelawareStatePoliceexperience today.TheAcademyincludes,butisnot

limitedto,classroominstructiononevidenceprocessing,criminalandtraffic investigations,toursofDSPfacilities, familiarizationwithspecialunitsand othertopics.Additionally,participants willhavetheopportunitytoridewith patroltroopers.

Classsizewillbelimitedto25participants,andbackgroundcheckswill beconductedonallapplicants.

ApplicationscanbesubmittedonlinethroughtheCitizensPoliceAcademywebsiteat https://dsp.delaware.gov/citizens-police-academy/untilMarch15.

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NominationsopenforWomen’sHallofFame,bigaward

Gov.JohnCarneyandtheOfficeof Women’sAdvancement&Advocacy (OWAA)announcedrecentlythatthe nominationprocessisopenforinductionintotheDelawareWomen’sHallof FameandtheShe’sOnHerWay

Awardfor2023.Nominationformsare availableonlineatde.gov/women.The deadlinefornominationsismidnight onApril8.

“Ourstatemightbesmall,butwe havenoshortageofincrediblewomen

whodeservetobehonoredbythe DelawareWomen’sHallofFameandthe She’sonHerWayAward,”saidCarney.“I encourageeveryonetotakeamomentto nominateawomanwhohasmadea meaningfuldifferenceinDelaware.”

DelawareWomen’sHallofFame

TheDelawareWomen’sHallof Famewasestablishedin1981torecognizetheachievementsofoutstandingDelawarewomenandtheir contributionstocommunities acrossthestate.Theinduction ceremonyistheoldestannual celebrationofitskindcommemoratingDelawarewomen. TheawardhonorsDelaware womenwhohavemadeanimportantandlastingimpacton thelivesofDelawareansand haveresidedinthestateforat least10yearsduringtheirlifetime.Nomineesbothliving anddeceasedareeligible.An inductionceremonyforthose chosenin2023willbeheldin thefall.

In 2022,theOfficeof Women’sAdvancement&Advocacylaunchedawebsitethat featuresportraitsandbiographiesofallmembersofthe DelawareWomen’sHallof Fame.Theportraitswillbeon displayattheDelTechGeorgetownCampusstartingmid-Februarythroughtheendofthe year.

She’sOnHerWayAward

TheShe’sOnHerWay Award,organizedbythe DelawareCommissionfor Women,recognizestheachievementsandcelebratesthecontributionsoftalentedyoung womenleadersmakingadifferenceinDelaware.Allnominees mustbeyoungwomenbetween 18and40byJune30.Nominees mustbenative-bornDelawareansorhaveresidedinthestate foratleastfiveyears.

Nomineesmustshowthat theyhavemadeapositiveimpactuponthelivesofDelawareansandhaveexhibited characteristicsofgoodcharacter, promiseandhope;aswellas haveinformationandorexamplesthatillustratethenominee’s positivereputationand/orleadershipamongherpeers,and/or hercommunity.TheDelaware CommissionforWomenreviews,rates,anddeliberateseach nominationandselectsthe awardees.Anawardceremony willtakeplaceinMayorJuneat theBuenaVistaestateinNew Castle Eventdetailsforboththe DelawareWomen’sHallof FameandShe’sOnHerWay willbeavailableinthecoming monthsatde.gov/women.

March24

GentleYoga— MyraStock,acertifiedRYT instructorandregisteredYogaforArthritis teacher,isleadingagentleyogaclassat SouthCoastalLibraryat10a.m.Ayoga matisrequired,andnotprovided.Participantsshouldalsobringatowelforextra cushioning.Registrationislimitedandrequired,andavailableat southcoastal.lib.de.usorbycalling(302) 858-5518.

FridayMatinee— FrankfordPublicLibrary ishostingaFridaymatineeat1p.m.The moviesa reamixofadult,childrenand familymovies.Formoreinformation,visit frankford.lib.de.usorbycalling(302)7329351.

TuningUptheTemple— MarinersBethel UnitedMethodistChurchhosts“TuningUp theTemple”onMondays,Wednesdaysand Fridays,from9to10:15a.m.atTheHope Center.Theclassesaresession-based,not drop-in,socontactCarolLynchat(302) 745-8237orcklynch02@gmail.comfor moredetails.

March25

Chicken&Dumplings— TheBishopville (Md.)VolunteerFireDepartmentAuxiliarywill beholdingachicken&dumplingcarryout fromnoonto2p.m.atthemainstation. Chicken,dumplings,greenbeansandsweet potatoesareavailablefor$15perdinner.An extrapintofdumplingscanbehadfor$8.To reserveadinnerandpint(byMarch20),call

(619)922-9950.

STEMKits— PeoplecanswingbySouth CoastalLibrarystartingat10a.m.topickup anEngineerEarlySTEMkit.Thekitshelp teachaboutthekeypartsofmostofthe commo nshapes.Theseareavailablewhile supplieslast.

FamilyOpenHouseandAuthorVisit— AuthorAllisonWeistwillsharetheadventuresof“RoamingRiley”fromtwoofher childrensbooks.atSouthCoastalLibrary at1p.m.Librarystaffwillalsointroduce youtoalltheresourcesthelibraryhasto offerfamilies.Parentsmustaccompany children,andmaybringtheirdriver’slicensetoobtainlibrarycardsforthefamily. ThisishostedbyFriendsoftheSouth CoastalLibra ryandtheSouthCoastalLibrary.

YogaforBeginners— FrankfordPublicLibraryishostingacourseforyogisandbeginneryogisat11a.m.Whetheryouare youngorold,overweightorfit,abeginneror advanced,yogahasthepowertocalmthe mindandstrengthenthebody.Youcanpay $20amonthforunlimitedyogaToregister, visitfrankford.lib.de.usorcall(302)7329351.

SuperSaturday— FrankfordPublicLibrary ishostingEngineerEarlyGrabN’GoSTEM bagsatnoon.For moreinformation,visit frankford.lib.de.usorbycalling(302)7329351.

FamilyEaster— MarinersBethelUnited MethodistChurchishostingaFamily EasterEventfrom2to4p.m.Therewillbe glittertattoos,balloontwister,DJRandy,an EasteregghuntandtheStationsofthe Cross.

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March26

EasterCraftEvent— VFWPost7234AuxiliaryishostingaChildren’sEasterCraftEvent from11a.m.to2p.m.forchildren3-10 yearsold.Theeventwillfeaturecraftstations forthechildrentopickfrom,avisitfromthe EasterBunnyandwhimsicalEaster-themed cut-outs.Thisisafreeevent,buttheyare askingforfoodpantryitemsasadonationfor thelocalfoodpantries/churches.

March27

ZumbaClass— MarinersBethelUnited MethodistChurchisholdingazumbaexerciseclassinthesocialhalleveryMondayat 10a.m.Thereisa$6drop-infee.Noregistrationisnecessary,andallarewelcome.For moreinformation,contact jolin.zumba@gmail.com.

RepublicansMeet— The38thDistrictRepublicanClubwillmeetatSouthCoastalLibrary.Socialhoursbeginat6p.m.,andthe meetingstartspromptlyat6:30p.m.Informationontheclubandmeetingscanbe foundat38thdrcp.com,orthroughemailat info@38thdrcp.com.

AlphaConve rsations— MarinersBethel UnitedMethodistChurchishostingAlpha,a seriesofgroupconversationsthatexplore thebasicsoftheChristianfaithinafriendly environment,everyMondaythroughMay15 at6p.m.Dinnerwillbeprovided.Therewill benomeetingApril10becauseofEaster.

WindDownTime— SouthCoastalLibraryis invitingadultstocomebyforanhourortwo

at2p.m.tojustunwindwithagameinthis funandfreeprogram.Socializewithother adultsandmeetnewpe opleinyourcommunity.Participationisfree,andregistrationis optional.Formoreinformation,ortoregister, visitsouthcoastal.lib.de.usorcallthemat (302)858-5518.

HooksandNeedles— FrankfordPublicLibraryishostingatimeofknittingandcrochetingforalllevelsat1p.m.Formore information,visitfrankford.lib.de.usorcall (302)732-9351.

TuningUptheTemple— MarinersBethel UnitedMethodistChurchhosts“TuningUp theTemple”onMondays,We dnesdaysand Fridays,from9to10:15a.m.atTheHope Center.Theclassesaresession-based,not drop-in,socontactCarolLynchat(302) 745-8237orcklynch02@gmail.comfor moredetails.

IntheGenes— TheSouthCoastalGenealogy GroupwillmeetatSouthCoastalLibraryfrom 10:15a.m.tonoonforanopengroupdiscussionandtalkaboutnewspapers.com. Therearenomembershipfees.

March28

GriefShare— TheRiverChurchinRoxanais hosting“GriefShareYourJourneyfrom MourningtoJoy”everyTuesdaythroughApril 4,2023,from6:30to8:30p.m.Eachclass willincludeavideoandbreakoutdiscussions encompassingthedifferentaspectsofgrief. Aworkbookwillbeprovidedforeachparticipantatnocharge.

Eco-FriendlyGardening— Locallandscape designerandnatureconsultantChantal Bouchardwilldiscusstheimportanceofor-

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OCEAN BLOCK

Bethany Beach

Just steps to the beautiful Atlantic Ocean and 3 short blocks from the center of town. The “Purple House” on Atlantic Ave is architecturally sophisticated and the attention to detail throughout is impressive. This wonderful retreat offers 7 bedrooms, 6.5 bathrooms, den, open floorplan, gourmet kitchen with breakfast bar, dining area, living room with gas fireplace, multiple decks, outside shower and plenty of parking. Excellent rental history. Gross for 2022 over $253,000.

MLS DESU2029172 $3,200,000

Call Vickie York 302.542.4457

OPEN HOUSE SAT. 3/25 11-2

14449 Creekside Crossing, Bayside, Selbyville

Pond views! The ultimate furnished coastal beach house with over 3,800 sq ft of luxurious living space, elevator, and every upgrade imaginable. Beautiful home with 5 bedrooms, 4.5 baths, living area with gas fireplace, gourmet chef’s kitchen, small office, 3-season room, deck, screened porch, 2 car garage and more! Located in the best location at bayside with views of the pool, pond, and golf course. Wonderful amenity rich community.MLS DESU2037622 $1,649,900

Call Vickie York 302.542.4457

TOWN

Bethany West, Bethany

A meticulously cared for beach cottage. Furnished with an inviting, nautical style, wide plank wood flooring throughout, 4 bedrooms, 2 full remodeled bathrooms, 2 outdoor showers and an expansive backyard. Many recent upgrades. Take the Town Trolley, walk or bike to the beach, shopping, and dining. Kayak on the Assawoman Canal. Grab your racket, paddle, or basketball. Lounge by one of the community pools! Very low annual HOA.

MLS DESU2026346 $779,000

Call Julia Hudson 301-641-6267

NEW LISTING

Villas Of Cedar Cove, Millville

Perfection! A stunning upgraded villa offers an open floorplan with an eat-in kitchen, dramatic living/dining room area, an exceptional 3 season room that offers an inviting and cozy space and a spacious primary bedroom and bath. Upstairs offers a very nice loft area, 2 large guest rooms and a full bath. Plus, you have an attached garage. Community offers a pool, lawn, and exterior maintenance and is conveniently located to the lifeguarded beaches the Bethany beach boardwalk, and great restaurants and shopping.

MLS DESU2036736 $410,000

Call Vickie York 302.542.4457

NEW PRICE

Bishops Landing,

Millville

Pond front! Like new home with numerous custom upgrades offers a kitchen with island/breakfast bar and dining area, a dramatic 2 story living room, flex room and primary bedroom with an upscale bathroom. Upstairs offers a large loft, 3 large guest rooms and guest bathroom. Plus 2 car garage with a finished floor. Enjoy the patio and watch the wildlife on the pond, ducks, geese, turtles, and fish. Premier community with outstanding amenities.

MLS DESU2035912 $619,900

Call Vickie York 302.542.4457

NEW LISTING

Windhurst Manor, Millville

A stylish and spacious 2-story villa offers a kitchen with granite countertops, dining area, a spacious living room and sunroom with lots of windows to let the sunshine in, a large 1st-floor primary bedroom and bathroom with a walk-in shower. Upstairs, is a roomy loft area, 2 awesome sized guest rooms and a full bathroom. Plus, a 1 car garage and a secluded patio. Small community with a pool. Great location with easy access to Rt 26, the gorgeous state parks, some of the best golf courses around and the beach. MLS DESU2037848 $409,900

Call Vickie York 302.542.4457

NEW LISTING

Bethany Lakes, Bethany

Pond front! A pristine, designer furnished showcase that offers an open floorplan, a living/dining room area, a family room with a gas fireplace, a gourmet kitchen with a large island/breakfast bar, and eat-in breakfast nook, a fabulous sunroom and luxurious primary suite. Upstairs, is a large loft, 4 guest bedrooms (one with a fullsize armoire) and 2 full bathrooms. Plus, a large deck with a hot tub, and a 2-car garage. Located in a gated community with a pool, tennis/pickleball courts and more. A short drive to Bethany, James Farm, and John West Park. MLS DESU2037258 $1,199,900 Call Vickie York 302.542.4457

WATERFRONT

Bethany Bay, Ocean View

Enjoy mesmerizing early morning sunrises, tidal wetlands, and amazing wildlife from an extensively upgraded home with one of the best views in Bethany Bay. Carefree living from this contemporary home offering an open floor plan with an electric fireplace, remodeled kitchen, improved primary bedroom and bathroom, 2 guest rooms, guest bathroom and an amazing 3 season room with breathtaking views. Plus, a garage, front porch and a wraparound deck. Gorgeous community with rich amenities, water access and conveniently located to the public beaches, shopping, and awesome restaurants. MLS DESU2034646 $599,900 Call Vickie York 302.542.4457

NEW PRICE

Turtle Walk, Bethany Beach

This wonderful home offers over 2800 square feet of perfection, beautiful, dark-style hardwood floors, a kitchen/dining area with new granite counter tops, open living room, a sun-filled family room/sunroom and 1st floor primary bedroom with granite vanity. Upstairs are 2 nice-sized guest bedrooms, guest bathroom, and ensuite bedroom with private bath. Plus, a one-car garage, rear fenced yard, screened porch, deck and outside shower. Your Bethany Beach address entitles you to one free parking permit at designated streets and trolley rides for .25 to the beach. MLS DESU2032698 $820,000 Call Vickie York 302.542.4457

FANTASTIC VIEWS

Bethany Bay, Ocean View

Fantastic views of the wetlands, water, and wonderful wildlife from every room in this top-floor furnished luxury condo. This spacious condo offers a 2-story living /dining room area with an electric fireplace, a large eat-in kitchen, screened porch, large primary bedroom, and a guest bedroom. Upstairs are 2 spacious ensuites with excellent views. Discover Bethany Bay and its 1st class amenities while being located near many of the state parks, beaches, quaint shopping, and quality restaurants.

MLS DESU2034422 $495,000

Call Vickie York 302.542.4457

Captains Grant, Millsboro

Possible 2 family living! Come see this 4 bedroom/2 bath with New Flooring. This Class C home has a 2-car garage, shed (12x16), handicapped ramp, deck (12x 20), 2 patios, cast iron chiminea, dog fence and outside lighting for evening nights. Modified for mobility.

MLS DESU2037326 $325,900

Call Kathy C 302-236-5630 or Vickie B 302-542-6253 to see!

Wingate Rd, Frankford

Here's an opportunity to own 2+ acres in a quiet, convenient location halfway between Bethany Beach and Millsboro, DE. Existing 3 bedroom, 2 bath double wide mobile home has lots of potential and is being sold "as is". No HOA fees.

MLS DESU2028628 $299,000

Call Martha Smith 302.249.0464

Please contact one of our experienced agents for your real estate needs!

Vickie Binsted 302-542-6253

Julia Hudson 301-641-6267

Nicole Frank 610-842-4521

Sondra Connor 302-245-1435

Kathy Cramer 302-236-5630 Rupert Smith 302-228-8900

Linda Mueller 302-245-0741 Martha Smith 302-249-0464

ganicandenvironmentally-friendlygardening andhowitcanbeaccomplished,atthe SouthCoastalLibraryat2p.m.Thisisfree, andregistrationisacceptedandavailableat southcoastal.lib.de.usand(302)858-5518.

PAWSforReading— Well-trainedteamsof dogsandownerswillprovideasupportive andfunwayforkidstogainconfidencein readingaloudatSouthCoastalLibraryat4 p.m.Childrenreadfor15minutes,andmay bringtheirownbooksiftheywish.Toregiste r,call(302)858-5518.

YogaforBeginners— FrankfordPublicLibraryishostingacourseforyogisandbeginneryogisat11a.m.Whetheryouareyoung orold,overweightorfit,abeginnerorad-

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CoastalLibraryfrom7to8:30p.m.Formore information,call(302)364-5830,orvisiton-

vanced,yogahasthepowertocalmthemind andstrengthenthebody.Youcanpay$20a monthforunlimitedyogaToregister,visit frankford.lib.de.usorcall(302)732-9351.

PAWSforPeople— FrankfordPublicLibrary ishostinganopportunityat5p.m.toread aloudtoafurry,friendl ytherapycompanion tohelpinspirealoveofreading.ThisisofferedbyPAWSforPeople.Registrationisrequired,andreadersofallagesandstages arewelcome.Toregister,visit frankford.lib.de.usorcall(302)732-9351.

March29

WethePeople— "WethePeople"isaneffort puttogetherbyBillMurphytocelebratepatriotismandcelebratetheflag,bymeetingat theBethanyBeachbandstandeveryWednesdayat8:30a.m.tosupportthemilitary,law

lineatdeldems38.org.

ShoreDems— TheShoreDemocrats meetsattheDenatBearTrapDunes clubhousefrom11a.m.to1:30p.m.on thethirdWednesdayofthemonth.Thisis asocialorganizationthateducates,in-

enforcementandfi refighterswhoserveand protect.Allarewelcome.

BibleStudy— Women’sBibleStudyat MarinersBethelUnitedMethodistChurchwill beeveryWednesdaythroughApril26.There aremorningsessionsfrom10to11:30a.m. orafternoonsfrom7to8:30p.m.Thefocus willbe“Amos,”byJenniferRothschild,with theheading,“AnInvitationtotheGoodLife.” Registerbycallingtheofficeat539-9510or atmarinersbethel.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/1598632orby stoppingin.All womenarewelcome.

BabyBookworms— SouthCoastalLibraryis hostingBabyBookwormsStoryTime—for agesbirthto2—at10a.m.Thishelpschildrenlearnlanguage,social,motorandlisteningskillsthroughavarietyofactivities. Registrationisnotrequired.

LittleLearners— SouthCoastalLibraryis

formsandcreatescamaraderieamong theirmembersthroughmonthlylunch meetingsthatfeatureengagingspeakers. Formoreinformation,visitshoredemocrats.com.

Republi cansMeet— The38thDistrictRe-

hostingLittleLearnersStoryTime—for ages3to5—at11a.m.Thishelpschildren withlanguageacquisitionandimprovepreliteracyskills.Activiti esmayincludestories, music,songsandsimplecrafts.Registration isnotrequired.

MedicareFraudInformation— South CoastalLibraryishostinganinteractivediscussionat2p.m.onseveraldifferent Medicarefraudandabusescamsthatoccur daily.Thepresentationwillincludetake-home information,ashortsurveyandafewgiveaways.Thisisfree,andregistrationisapprecaitedandavailableatsouthcoastal.lib.del.us and(302)858-5518.

BabyBees— Ever yWednesday,Frankford PublicLibraryhostsBabyBeesstorytime forchildrenfrombirthto24monthsoldat

publicanClubwillmeetatSouthCoastalLibrarythefourthMondayofthemonth.Social hoursbeginat6p.m.,andthemeeting startspromptlyat6:30p.m.Informationon theclubandmeetingscanbefoundat 38thdrcp.com,orthroughemailat info@38thdrcp.com.

Fitness/Health

TuningUptheTemple— MarinersBethel UnitedMethodistChurchhosts“TuningUp theTemple”onMondays,Wednesdaysand Fridays,from9to10:15a.m.atTheHope Center. Theclassesaresession-based,not drop-in,socontactCarolLynchat(302) 745-8237orcklynch02@gmail.comfor moredetails.

YogaClasses— MarinersBethelUnited MethodistChurchhostsyogaclassesat5 p.m.onWednesdaysintheArmorRoom, upstairsinthechurchbuilding,with HeatherMurphy.Thereisa$5drop-infee. Classesareopentothecommunityandall arewelcome.

ZumbaClass— MarinersBethelUnited MethodistChurchisholdingazumbaexerciseclassinthesoc ialhalleveryMondayat 10a.m.Thereisa$6drop-infee.Noregistrationisnecessary,andallarewelcome.For moreinformation,contact jolin.zumba@gmail.com.

Hobby/Craft

NeedlepointGuild— Delaware’sSeashore ChapterofTheAmericanNeedlepointGuild meetsonthefirstMondayofthemonth from10a.m.to2p.m.attheLewesPublic Library.Bringingaboxlunchisencouraged.Newmembersarealwayswelcome. Fordetails,sendanemailtothechapterat delawaresseas horechapter@needlepoint.org.

Music

MusicJam— St.MatthewsBytheSea UnitedMethodistChurchishostinga MusicJamonthefirstandthirdFridaysof themonthat4p.m.Alllevelsarewelcome.

Museums/Displays

RailroadMuseum— TheDelawareSeasideRailroadClubhouseisaninteractive museumofmodelrailroading,andislocatedat36668DuPontBoulevard,inSelbyville.Theyareopentothepublicevery Wednesdayfrom5to8p.m.,andevery Saturday,from10a.m.to3p. m.Admissionisfree.Formoreinformation,visit themonlineatdelawareseasiderailroadclub.com.

10:30a.m.Comelistentostories,songs andengagewithotherbabies.Registrationisrequired.Formoreinformation, visitfrankford.lib.de.usorcall(302)7329351.

TuningUptheTemple— MarinersBethel UnitedMethodistChurchhosts“TuningUp theTemple”onMondays,Wednesdaysand Fridays,from9to10:15a.m.atTheHope Center.Theclassesaresession-based,not drop-in,socontactCarolLynchat(302) 745-8237orcklynch02@gmail.comfor moredetails.

YogaCl asses— MarinersBethelUnited MethodistChurchhostsyogaclassesat5 p.m.onWednesdaysintheArmorRoom, upstairsinthechurchbuilding,with HeatherMurphy.Thereisa$5drop-infee. Classesareopentothecommunityandall arewelcome.

VietnamVetsHonored— VFWPost7234 OceanViewwillhaveaVietnamWarVeteransDayCeremonyatthePostat11a.m. Everyoneisinvitedtohonorthosewho served,andtohonorthosereceivingQuilts ofValorthatday.

March29-April1

BookSale— TheFriendsoftheGeorgetown PublicLibrarywillholditsbooksaleoverfour days.Thehoursare:Wednesday,5-7p.m. (forFriendsonly);Thursday,from10a.m.to 7p.m.;Friday,from10a.m.to5p.m.;and Saturday,from10a.m.to12:30p.m.

March30

FreeWrite— TheRehobothBeachWriters Guild(RBWG)willhostaweeklyFreeWrite sessionatSouthCoastalLibraryat10:30 a.m.Participants18andolderofallskilllevelswillpracticecreativewritinginafriendly and nurturingatmosphere.Attendinperson, orviaZoom.Thisisfree,andregistrationis requiredfortheZoomoption.Toregister,visit southcoastal.lib.de.usorcall(302)8585518.

ZooAnimals— TheSalisburyZooiscoming toSouthCoastalLibraryat2p.m.withlive animalstopresentaneducationalprogram forchildren.Thisisfree,andregistrationis requiredatsouthcoastal.lib.de.usorbycalling(302)858-5518.

SpringPlantersClass— JanPoli,adesigner atD elawareBotanicGardens,isholdinga SpringPlantersClassattheGardensat 11:30a.m.Membersareadmittedforfree, andhavea$10feefortoursandclasses. Non-memberspay$15foradmissionand havethesameclassandtourfee.Children 16andyoungerhavefreeadmissionand tour/classfees.Reserveticketsatdelawaregardens.org.

YogaforBeginners— FrankfordPublicLibraryishostingacourseforyogisandbeginneryogisat11a.m.Whetheryouareyoung orold,ove rweightorfit,abeginneroradvanced,yogahasthepowertocalmthemind andstrengthenthebody.Youcanpay$20a monthforunlimitedyogaToregister,visit frankford.lib.de.usorcall(302)732-9351.

LittleLearners— FrankfordPublicLibraryis hostingLittleLearnersat10:30a.m.fora storytimesessionforages3-4,andtheir caregivers,topromoteliteracy.Thereis alsoacraft,andanopportunitytoengage

withotherpre-schoolers.Registrationisrequired, andavailableatfrankford.lib.de.us orbycalling(302)732-9351.

SuperLearners— FrankfordPublicLibrary ishostingSuperLearnersat4p.m.fora storytimesessionforages5-7,andtheir caregivers,topromoteliteracy.Thereis alsoacraftorSTEMproject,andanopportunitytoengagewithotherchildren.For moreinformation,visitfrankford.lib.de.us orcall(302)732-9351.

March31

FridayMatinee— FrankfordPublicLibrary ishostingafridaymatineeat1p.m.The moviesareamixofadult,childrenand familymovies.Formoreinformation,visit frankford.lib.de.usorbycalling(302)7329351.

TuningUptheTemple— MarinersBethel UnitedMethodistChurchhosts“TuningUp theTemple”onMondays,Wednesdaysand Fridays,from9to10:15a.m.atTheHope Center.Theclassesaresession-based,not drop-in,socontactCarolLynchat(302) 745-8237orcklynch02@gmail.comfor moredetails.

April1

IntheGenes— SponsoredbytheLewesHistoricalSocietyandtheSussexCountyGenealogicalSociety,theGenealogistin ResidenceprogramisonthefirstSaturdayof eachmonthfrom10a.m.to2p.m.inthe ReadingRoomattheLewesHistoryMuseum. MembersoftheSocietywillbeavailableto helpanyonewhohasquestionsabouttheir familytree.TheLewesHistoricalSociety ArchivesFamilyFileswillbeavailableforre-

search.Formoreinformation,visitthemat scgsdelaware.orgorhistoriclewes.org.

Bo atingSafetyClass— TheUnitedStates CoastGuardAuxiliaryisteachingaDelaware BoatingSafetyClassattheIndianRiverMarinaAdministrativeBuildingfrom8a.m.to4 p.m.Succesfulcompletionofthiscoursewill resultinreceivingaDelawareSafeBoating Certificatebymail—thisisrequiredfor boatersbornonorafterJan.1,1978.All materialsfortheclasswillbeprovidedat registration.Costis$10perperson,while sign-instartsat7:30a.m.Pre-registrati onis required.Call(302)616-3175,oremailthem atuscgaux0531201@outlook.com.

SuperSaturday— FrankfordPublicLibrary ishostingSuperSaturdayatnoon.For moreinformation,visitfrankford.lib.de.us orbycalling(302)732-9351.

Poker,ScrabbleandFunCar— Justin’s beachHouseisthebeficiaryofPoker, ScrabbleandFunCarRallye#9,startingat HookedUpRawBar.Participantswilldraw aseven-cardpokerhand,picksevenletterstomaketheirbestwordanda nswer questionsusingobservationanddeduction skills.Registrationisbetween10and11 a.m.,withadrivers’meetingat11a.m. andthefirstcarleavesat11:15a.m.All proceedsbenefitJustin’sBeachHouse, andHookedUpwillofferaDine&Donate followingtheevent.Formoreinformation, callBobL.at(443)299-9125orBobS.at (845)656-5438.

QuarterAuction— TheDelawareTribesoftballprogramisholdingaquarterauctionat Frankfordfirehall.Doorsopenat4p.m andtheauctionstartsat5p.m.Admission is$20,includingonepaddle,andaddi-

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tionalpaddlesmaybepurchasedfor$10. Therewillbeauctionitems,vendortables, a50/50raffleandaconcessiontablewith foodanddrinksforsale.Thereisalsoa beerandwinecashbar.Ifyouareinterestedinbeingavendor,orformoreinformation,emailjsnelsire19@gmail.com.

CraftKits— Youthbetweentheagesof10-17 canstopbytheSouthCoastalLibrarystarting at10a.m.topickupafreekittomakeacolorful,3Dballoonstringegg.Thesearefree, andavailabl ewhilesupplieslast.

April1-15

ScavengerHunt— Ages11andyoungercan stopatthemaindeskatSouthCoastalLibrarytopickupabunnyscavengerhunt sheet.Onceall12bunniesarefoundinthe children’sroom,participantscanpickupa prizefromthemaindeskinthatroom.Thisis afreeevent.

April3

ZumbaClass— MarinersBethelUnited MethodistChurchisholdingazumbaexerciseclassinthesocialhalleveryMondayat 10a.m.Thereisa$6drop-infee.Noregistrationis necessary,andallarewelcome.For moreinformation,contact jolin.zumba@gmail.com.

AlphaConversations— MarinersBethel UnitedMethodistChurchishostingAlpha,a seriesofgroupconversationsthatexplore thebasicsoftheChristianfaithinafriendly environment,everyMondaythroughMay15 at6p.m.Dinnerwillbeprovided.Therewill benomeetingApril10becauseofEaster.

NeedlepointGuild— Delaware’sSeashore ChapterofTheAmericanNeedlepointGuild me etsonthefirstMondayofthemonth from10a.m.to2p.m.attheLewesPublic Library.Bringingaboxlunchisencouraged.Newmembersarealwayswelcome. Fordetails,sendanemailtothechapterat delawaresseashorechapter@needlepoint.org.

TuningUptheTemple— MarinersBethel UnitedMethodistChurchhosts“TuningUp theTemple”onMondays,Wednesdaysand

Fridays,from9to10:15a.m.atTheHope Center.Theclassesaresession-based,not drop-in,socontactCarolLyn chat(302) 745-8237orcklynch02@gmail.comfor moredetails.

WindDownTime— SouthCoastalLibraryis invitingadultstocomebyforanhourortwo from10a.m.to6p.m.tojustunwindwitha gameinthisfunandfreeprogram.Socialize withotheradultsandmeetnewpeoplein yourcommunity.Participationisfree,and registrationisnotrequired.Formoreinformation,ortoregister,visit southcoastal.lib.de.usorcallthemat(302) 858-5518.

ChixwithStix— Juliawillle adameeting atSouthCoastalLibraryat10a.m.about crocheting,knittingandneedleworking.All skilllevelsarewelcome.Registrationisappreciated,andavailablebycalling(302) 858-5518oratsouthcoastal.lib.de.us.

GenealogyTips— HistorianMikeDixonis leadingathree-partseriesoftwo-hour workshopsongenealogy,April3,10and 17,startingat2p.m.Therewillbealive demoonhowtousedifferentresourcesfor research,anditisidealforuserswith

some experienceingenealogy.Patrons maybringtheirownlaptopsandDElibrary cardtofollowalongiftheywish,butitis notrequired.Thisisfree,andregistration isavailableatsouthcoastal.lib.de.usorat (302)858-5518.

April4

Dine&Donate— BethanyBluesinBethany BeachishostingaDine&DonateforBeta SigmaPhi-XiPhiChapterfrom4to9 p.m.ProceedswillgotoHALO,whichprovidesemergencyshelterforthehomeless. Therewillbea50-50rafflealso.

SocratesCafé— BethanyBeachChristian ChurchwillbethelocationforthenextmeetingofSocratesCaféagroupofindividuals fromdifferentbackgroundsthatdiscuss philosophicalideas.Themeetingsarethe firstTuesdayofeachmonth,from2to3:30 p.m.Everyoneiswelcome.Formoreinformation,call537-9440oremail bonniejd.rae@gmail.com.

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GriefShare— TheRiverChurchinRoxanais hosting“GriefShareYourJourneyfrom MourningtoJoy”everyTuesdaythroughApril 4,2023,from6:30to8:30p.m.Eachclass willincludeavideoandbreakoutdiscussions encompassingthedifferentaspectsofgrief. Aworkbookwillbeprovidedforeachparticipantatnocharge.

iPad/iPhonePhotography— Photographer

TomKennedyisleadingathree-partclassat SouthCoastalLibraryonhowtotakegreat photosusingy ouriPhoneoriPad.Thedates areApril4,11and25,andtheclassesstart at10a.m.Topicsincludecomposition,adjustingcamerasettingsonthedevices,lighting,editing,savingandsharingphotos. Sessions1and3willbeinthelibrary,and Session2willbeguidedatanearbylocation. Youmustregisterforandattendallthree sessions.Thisisfree,andyoucanregisterat southcoastal.lib.de.us, ArmchairTraveler:Chile— LisaVelascowill leadan“armchairtravel ertrip”toChileatthe SouthCoastalLibraryat2p.m.Shewillshow photosandshareexperiencesaboutherrecenttriptothenorthernpartofChile,notably theAtacamaDesert.Thisisavailableeitherin personoronZoom.YoumustregistertoreceiveaZoomlink,andyoumaydothatat southcoastal.lib.de.usorbycalling(302) 858-5518.

April5

WethePeople— "WethePeople"isaneffort puttogetherbyBillMurphytocelebratepatriotismandcelebratetheflag,bymeetingat

theBethanyBeachbandstandeveryWednesdayat8:30a.m.tosupportthemilitary,law enforcementandfirefighterswhoserveand protect.Allarewelcome.

TuningUptheTemple— MarinersBethel UnitedMethodistChurchhosts“TuningUp theTemple”onMondays,Wednesdaysand Fridays,from9to10:15a.m.atTheHope Center.Theclassesaresession-based,not drop-in,socontactCarolLynchat(302) 745-8237orcklynch02@gmail.comfor moredetails.

YogaClasses— Marin ersBethelUnited MethodistChurchhostsyogaclassesat5 p.m.onWednesdaysintheArmorRoom, upstairsinthechurchbuilding,with HeatherMurphy.Thereisa$5drop-infee. Classesareopentothecommunityandall arewelcome.

DemocratsMeet— The38thRepresentative DistrictDemocraticCommitteemeetsthe firstWednesdayofeverymonthatSouth CoastalLibraryfrom7to8:30p.m.Formore information,call(302)364-5830,orvisitonlineatdeldems38.org.

BibleStud y— Women’sBibleStudyat MarinersBethelUnitedMethodistChurchwill beeveryWednesdaythroughApril26.There aremorningsessionsfrom10to11:30a.m. orafternoonsfrom7to8:30p.m.Thefocus willbe“Amos,”byJenniferRothschild,with theheading,“AnInvitationtotheGoodLife.” Registerbycallingtheofficeat539-9510or atmarinersbethel.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/1598632orbystoppingin.All womenarewelcome.

BabyBookworms— SouthCoa stalLibraryis hostingBabyBookwormsStoryTime—for agesbirthto2—at10a.m.Thishelpschildrenlearnlanguage,social,motorandlisteningskillsthroughavarietyofactivities.

Registrationisnotrequired.

LittleLearners— SouthCoastalLibraryis hostingLittleLearnersStoryTime—for ages3to5—at11a.m.Thishelpschildren withlanguageacquisitionandimprovepreliteracyskills.Activitiesmayincludestories, music,songsandsimplecrafts.Regis tration isnotrequired.

JigsawPuzzleSwap— SouthCoastalLibrary ishostinganopportunityforpeopletocome infrom2to4p.m.toswapouttheiroldpuzzlesforonesthatothershaveleft.Puzzles shouldhavealltheirpiecesandbeingood condition.Participantsmaytakeonepuzzle foreveryonetheydonate.

CrimeSolvers— SouthCoastalLibraryis hostingatabletopgameforcrimeenthusiastsat5p.m.whereplayersuseevidence andcluestosolveadifferentfictionalm urder eachmonth.Thisisforages14through adult,andisfree.Registrationisrequired, andavailableatsouthcoastal.lib.de.usorby calling(302)858-5518.

April6

MusicJam— St.MatthewsBytheSea UnitedMethodistChurchishostinga MusicJamonthefirstandthirdFridaysof themonthat4p.m.Alllevelsarewelcome. FreeWrite— TheRehobothBeachWriters Guild(RBWG)willhostaweeklyFreeWrite sessionatSouthCoastalLibraryat10:30 a.m.Participants18andolde rofallskilllevelswillpracticecreativewritinginafriendly andnurturingatmosphere.Attendinperson, orviaZoom.Thisisfree,andregistrationis requiredfortheZoomoption.Toregister,visit southcoastal.lib.de.usorcall(302)8585518.

DeweyReads— Patwillleadthenextmeet-

ingoftheDeweyReadsBookclubatSouth CoastalLibraryat2p.m.Thisisagroupfor non-fictionreaders,andmeetsquarterly.This month,theyarereadingAmandaOliver’s “Overdu e:ReckoningwiththePublicLibrary.” Registrationisappreciated,andavailableat southcoastal.lib.de.usorbycalling(302) 858-5518.Walk-inswillbeacceptedifspace allows.

YogaforKids— ROOTSYouthDevelopmentis leadingYogaforKidsatSouthCoastalLibrary at5p.m.Childrenwillpracticebreathingand mindfulnesswhilegainingknowledgeof yoga.Forelementaryages,aparentmustaccompanyachild.Registrationisrequired, andavailableatsouthcoas tal.lib.de.usorby calling(302)858-5518.

April7

TuningUptheTemple— MarinersBethel UnitedMethodistChurchhosts“TuningUp theTemple”onMondays,Wednesdaysand Fridays,from9to10:15a.m.atTheHope Center.Theclassesaresession-based,not drop-in,socontactCarolLynchat(302) 745-8237orcklynch02@gmail.comfor moredetails.

April8

LegoClub— SouthCoastalLibraryishostingitsLegoClubat11a.m.Legosandthe themewillbeprovided,andthisisforages 6-10.Registrationisencouraged,and availableatsouthcoastal.lib.de.usorby calling(302)858-5518.Walk-insareacceptedifspaceallows.

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April10

TuningUptheTemple— MarinersBethel UnitedMethodistChurchhosts“TuningUp theTemple”onMondays,Wednesdaysand Fridays,from9to10:15a.m.atTheHope Center.Theclassesaresession-based,not drop-in,socontactCarolLynchat(302) 745-8237orcklynch02@gmail.comfor moredetails.

ZumbaClass— MarinersBethelUnited MethodistChurchisholdingazumbaexerciseclassinthesocialhalleveryMondayat 10a.m.Thereisa$6drop-infee.Noregistration isnecessary,andallarewelcome.For moreinformation,contact jolin.zumba@gmail.com.

GenealogyTips— HistorianMikeDixonis leadingathree-partseriesoftwo-hour workshopsongenealogy,April3,10and 17,startingat2p.m.Therewillbealive demoonhowtousedifferentresourcesfor research,anditisidealforuserswith someexperienceingenealogy.Patrons maybringtheirownlaptopsandDElibrary cardtofollowalongiftheywish,butitis notrequired.Thisi sfree,andregistration isavailableatsouthcoastal.lib.de.usorat (302)858-5518.

LegoClub— SouthCoastalLibraryishostingitsLegoClubat5p.m.Legosandthe themewillbeprovided,andthisisforages 6-10.Registrationisencouraged,and availableatsouthcoastal.lib.de.usorby calling(302)858-5518.Walk-insareacceptedifspaceallows.

April11

FeelingsRock— SouthCoastalLibraryis hostingFeelingsRock,amusicandmovementprogramdesignedtohelpchildren under5andtheirfamiliesworkthroughemotions,at10:30a.m.Theywillalsobemaking acraft.Thisisfree,andnoregistrationisrequired.

StepBackinTime— SouthCoastalLibraryis hostingtheStepBackinTimeBookClubat2 p.m.,asthegroupdiscussesAnnMah’s “JacquelineinParis.”Registrationisappreciated,andavailableatsouthcoastal.lib.de.us orbycalling(302)858-5518.Walk-inswill beacceptedifspaceallows.

PAWSforReading— Well-tr ainedteamsof dogsandownerswillprovideasupportive andfunwayforkidstogainconfidencein readingaloudatSouthCoastalLibraryat4 p.m.Childrenreadfor15minutes,andmay bringtheirownbooksiftheywish.Toregister,call(302)858-5518.

April12

WethePeople— "WethePeople"isaneffort puttogetherbyBillMurphytocelebratepatriotismandcelebratetheflag,bymeetingat theBethanyBeachbandstandeveryWednesdayat8:30a.m.tosupportthemilitary,l aw enforcementandfirefighterswhoserveand protect.Allarewelcome.

TuningUptheTemple— MarinersBethel UnitedMethodistChurchhosts“TuningUp theTemple”onMondays,Wednesdaysand Fridays,from9to10:15a.m.atTheHope Center.Theclassesaresession-based,not drop-in,socontactCarolLynchat(302) 745-8237orcklynch02@gmail.comfor moredetails.

YogaClasses— MarinersBethelUnited MethodistChurchhostsyogaclassesat5 p.m.onWednesdaysintheArmo rRoom, upstairsinthechurchbuilding,with HeatherMurphy.Thereisa$5drop-infee. Classesareopentothecommunityandall arewelcome.

BibleStudy— Women’sBibleStudyat MarinersBethelUnitedMethodistChurchwill beeveryWednesdaythroughApril26.There aremorningsessionsfrom10to11:30a.m. orafternoonsfrom7to8:30p.m.Thefocus willbe“Amos,”byJenniferRothschild,with theheading,“AnInvitationtotheGoodLife.” Registerbycallingtheofficeat53 9-9510or atmarinersbethel.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/1598632orbystoppingin.All womenarewelcome.

BabyBookworms— SouthCoastalLibraryis hostingBabyBookwormsStoryTime—for agesbirthto2—at10a.m.Thishelpschildrenlearnlanguage,social,motorandlisteningskillsthroughavarietyofactivities. Registrationisnotrequired.

LittleLearners— SouthCoastalLibraryis hostingLittleLearnersStoryTime—for ages3to5—at11a.m.Th ishelpschildren withlanguageacquisitionandimprovepreliteracyskills.Activitiesmayincludestories, music,songsandsimplecrafts.Registration isnotrequired.

TrueCrimeClub— StateAttorneyGeneral KathleenJennings,whosuccesfullyprosecutedDelaware’sonlyknownserialkiller, StevenBrianPennell(aka“theRoute40 Killer),willspeaktotheTrueCrimeClubat SouthCoastalLibraryat2p.m.Thisisinpersononly,andregistrationisappreciated andavailableatsouthcoastal.lib.de.usorby calling(302)858-5518.

April13

CommunityClub— TheSelbyvilleCommunity Clubiswelcomingnewmembers,andmeets onthesecondThursdayofeachmonthat SalemMethodistChurchat1p.m.,withasocialhourfromnoonto1p.m.Formoreinformation,visitselbyvillecommunityclub.orgor emailselbyvillewomensclub@gmail.com.

Dine&Donate— TheBethanyBeachFraternalOrderofPoliceLodge16organizationis benefittin gfromaDine&DonateatCottage CafétheentiredayofApril13.Aportionof theday’sreceiptswillgotosupportFOP16 activities.

FreeWrite— TheRehobothBeachWriters Guild(RBWG)willhostaweeklyFreeWrite sessionatSouthCoastalLibraryat10:30 a.m.Participants18andolderofallskilllevelswillpracticecreativewritinginafriendly andnurturingatmosphere.Attendinperson, orviaZoom.Thisisfree,andregistrationis requiredfortheZoomoption.Toregi ster,visit southcoastal.lib.de.usorcall(302)8585518.

Story&Art— ArtistJacquelineBoydwill teachkidsbetweentheagesof6-10at SouthCoastalLibraryat5p.m.howtodraw illustrationsfromabook.Thisisfree,and registrationisrequiredandavailableat southcoastal.lib.de.usorbycalling(302) 858-5518.

April14

TuningUptheTemple— MarinersBethel UnitedMethodistChurchhosts“TuningUp theTemple”onMondays,Wednesdaysand Fridays,from9to10:15a .m.atTheHope

South Coastal Library is accepting donations of gently used books, audiobooks & DVDs. All items must be brought to the library lobby on Tuesdays from 2-4:00 pm.

Please note that some of our programs have limited in-person seating. Visit our website or call the library to register & learn more about our events!

Monday, March 27

Coloring, Board Games, & Puzzles for Adults

Stop by the library for some relaxing activities including coloring, crosswords, & puzzles.

Tuesday, March 28

Eco-Friendly Gardening 2—3:00 pm

Learn about the importance of eco-friendly gardening & how you can garden in an environmentally friendly way at home!

PAWS for Reading 4—5:00 pm

Children read to a team of well-trained dogs to build confidence & improve their reading skills!

Wednesday, March 29

Baby Bookworms Story Time 10—10:45 am

Children ages birth-2 can practice language, motor, social, & listening skills through a variety of activities!

Little Learners Story Time 11—11:45 am

Kids ages 3-5 can enjoy a variety of activities designed to help Improve pre-literacy skills!

Medicare Fraud, Errors, & Abuse 2—2:45 pm

Learn helpful tools to help you protect, detect, & report suspected Medicare fraud.

Thursday, March 30

RBWG Free Writes 10:30 am—12:30 pm

Writers of all skill levels meet to practice creative writing & explore different genres with other writing enthusiasts!

Animal Education Program 2—3:00 pm

The Salisbury Zoo is coming to the library to share with us about their zoo including some of their live animals!

Saturday April 1

Bunny Hunt in the Kids’ Room! Search for and find the 12 bunnies hidden in the kids’ room to win a prize! For ages 11 & under, please.

Grab & Go Craft Kits

Youth ages 10-17 are welcome to come to the library to pick up a free colored string egg craft kit! Kits will be available while supplies last.

Center.Theclassesaresession-based,not drop-in,socontactCarolLynchat(302) 745-8237orcklynch02@gmail.comfor moredetails.

GentleYoga— MyraStock,acertifiedRYTinstructorandregisteredYogaforArthritis teacher,isleadingtwogentleyogaclassesat SouthCoastalLibraryat10a.m.and11:45 a.m.Ayogamatisrequired,andnotprovided.Participantsshouldalsobringatowel forextracushioning,andpickoneofthetwo classes.Registrationislimite dandrequired, andavailableatsouthcoastal.lib.de.usorby calling(302)858-5518.

April15

YardandBakeSale— TheMillvilleVolunteer FireCompanyAuxiliaryYardandBakeSale willbeatthefirehousefrom7a.m.to1p.m. Breakfastandlunchwillbeavailable,andthe eventtakesplacerainorshine.Fortables, callAlyceat(302)537-0143.

Wine,CheeseandBeer— TheFriendsof CapeHenlopenStatePark’sAnnualWine, CheeseandBeerTastingattheOfficer’sClub from4to 6p.m.Therewillbewinesfrom R&LLiquors.Admissionis$27inadvance (availableatR&L,TheLewesChamberof CommerceorthePark’smainoffice),or$30 atthedoor.Ticketsincludethecostofpark entryandacommemorativewineglass.

April17

TuningUptheTemple— MarinersBethel UnitedMethodistChurchhosts“TuningUp

theTemple”onMondays,Wednesdaysand Fridays,from9to10:15a.m.atTheHope Center.Theclassesaresession-based,not drop-in,socontactCarolLynchat(302) 745-8237orcklynch02@gmail.comfor moredetails.

ZumbaClass— MarinersBethelUnited MethodistChurchisholdingazumbaexerciseclassinthesocialhalleveryMondayat 10a.m.Thereisa$6drop-infee.Noregistrationisnecessary,andallarewelcome.For moreinformation,contact jolin.zumba@gmail.com.

AlphaConversations— MarinersBethel UnitedMethodistChurchishostingAlpha, aseriesofgroupconversationsthatexplorethebasicsoftheChri stianfaithina friendlyenvironment,everyMonday throughMay15at6p.m.Dinnerwillbe provided.TherewillbenomeetingApril10 becauseofEaster.

GenealogyTips— HistorianMikeDixonis leadingathree-partseriesoftwo-hour workshopsongenealogy,April3,10and 17,startingat2p.m.Therewillbealive demoonhowtousedifferentresourcesfor research,anditisidealforuserswith someexperienceingenealogy.Patrons maybringtheirownlaptopsandDElibrary ca rdtofollowalongiftheywish,butitis notrequired.Thisisfree,andregistration isavailableatsouthcoastal.lib.de.usorat (302)858-5518.

WindDownTime— SouthCoastalLibraryis invitingadultstocomebyforanhourortwo from10a.m.to6p.m.tojustunwindwitha gameinthisfunandfreeprogram.Socialize withotheradultsandmeetnewpeoplein yourcommunity.Participationisfree,and registrationisnotrequired.Formoreinformation,ortoregister,visit

s outhcoastal.lib.de.usorcallthemat(302) 858-5518.

EarthDayCraft— SouthCoastalLibraryis hostinganEarthDayCrafteventat10a.m. Thisisfree,andforages10andolder,and peoplewilllearntopainttheirownceramic bootplanter.Allmaterialsareprovided.No registrationisrequired.

April18

iPadandAppleUsers— iPad,iPhoneand otherAppledeviceusersofallskilllevels arewelcometoattendasupportgroupat SouthCoastalLibraryat11a.m.Users meettodis cussnewfeatures,sharetips andaskquestions.Attendinpersonorvia Zoom.Registrationisrequiredandavailableatsouthcoastal.lib.de.usorbycalling (302)858-5518.

SustainableEating— SharonMack,Health Coach/IntergrativeHealthInstructorwith BeebeHealthcare,isgivingafreetalkon vegetarianandveganeatingatSouth CoastalLibraryat2p.m.Shewilldiscuss thedifferencesbetweenthetwodiets, cookingwithrawfoodsandmore.Registrationisap preciated,andavailableonlineat southcoastal.lib.de.usorbycalling(302) 858-5518.

April19

ShoreDems— TheShoreDemocratsmeets attheDenatBearTrapDunesclubhouse from11a.m.to1:30p.m.Thisisasocial organizationthateducates,informsand createscamaraderieamongtheirmembers throughmonthlylunchmeetingsthatfeatureengagingspeakers.Formoreinformation,visitshoredemocrats.com.

BibleStudy— Women’sBibleStudyat MarinersBethelUnite dMethodistChurchwill beeveryWednesdaythroughApril26.There aremorningsessionsfrom10to11:30a.m. orafternoonsfrom7to8:30p.m.Thefocus willbe“Amos,”byJenniferRothschild,with theheading,“AnInvitationtotheGoodLife.” Registerbycallingtheofficeat539-9510or atmarinersbethel.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/1598632orbystoppingin.All womenarewelcome.

StorytimeattheFireHouse— South CoastalLibraryissupportingaspecia l StoryTimeattheBethanyBeachfirehallat 10a.m.Visitsouthcoastal.lib.de.usfor moreinformation.

BenedictArnold,Part1— Dr.Gudelunasis leadingthefirstofatwo-parthistorylectureoninfamoustraitorBenedictArnoldat SouthCoastalLibraryat4p.m.Hewilldiscusspossibilitiesandreasonsbehind Arnold’sdecisiontoswitchalliancestothe British.Part2willbeonApril26.Youmay attendinperson,orviaZoom.Registration isrequiredforZoompartic ipants,andappreciatedforin-person.Itisavailableat southcoastal.lib.de.usorbycalling(302) 858-5518.

April20

FreeWrite— TheRehobothBeachWriters Guild(RBWG)willhostaweeklyFreeWrite sessionatSouthCoastalLibraryat10:30 a.m.Participants18andolderofallskilllevelswillpracticecreativewritinginafriendly andnurturingatmosphere.Attendinperson, orviaZoom.Thisisfree,andregistrationis requiredfortheZoomoption.Toregister, visit southcoastal.lib.de.usorcall(302)8585518.

medical, restaurants, & the DE/MD beach resorts. $549,000 Call Gary Brittingham 302-745-5605 (Cell) #4373PM

EQUESTRIAN DREAM

14 acres +/-, stables, fenced pastures, run in sheds, can board up to 15 horses, 100 X 150 outdoor riding arena, 83 x 133 indoor riding arena, 6 bay garage, workshop, dog kennel & excellent income producing history. Residence is a 2 BR, 1 BA that could be expanded. $597,000 Call Gary Brittingham 302-745-5605 (Cell) #4284OM

Indian River Bay views from the front deck of this 2 BR, 1 BA located just off River Road, & close to Millsboro area attractions. Access to Riverdale Boat Club, which has a launch, is directly across the street, and is available for a low price of $75/year. $115,000 Call Molly Bayard Brittingham 302-381-0839(Cell) #4509V

3 BR, 2.5 BA townhouse overlooking the pond

featuring LVP floors, kitchen with granite countertops, screened porch, 2-car garage, and

BR with tray ceilings. Community pool, clubhouse, kayak launch, and more! Shows like new! $439,000 Call Merritt of the Carrie Lingo Team 302-562-7954 (Cell) #4478TL

WOODS AT WALLS CREEK

Exquisite 4 BR, 2 BA w/ stunning curb appeal. Features large open living area w/ HW floors, Kitchen w/ SS appliances & island, living space w/ FP, sunroom, FF owner’s suite, fenced backyard, landscaping, patio & 2-car garage. $469,900 Call the Carrie Lingo Team 302-344-9188 (Cell) #4327TL

This lovely open concept home is great for is great for entertaining w/5 BR, 4 BA, large kitchen, formal DR, & spacious living area. Work from home in style with bedroom/office options and enjoy the serene woodlands of Atlantic East. $819,900 Call the Carrie Lingo Team 302-344-9188 (Cell) #4521UL

Completely renovated 3 BR, 2 BA home

This 3 BR, 2.5 BA Cape Cod features screened porch, sunroom and a guest suite built over the 2-car garage. $465,000 Call Susan Mills 302-542-4146

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with new roof, and septic system in process. Conveniently located near restaurants, shopping, and Bethany Beach. $399,000 Call Bea Maggio 443-789-1480 (Cell) #4479VM

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4 BR, 2.5 BA home offering large family/SR, FF primary BR, full finished basement w/bar & FP, irrigated yard, inground heated pool, covered patio, screened gazebo, & attractive fencing. Close to shopping,

Obits

Shehadapassionforadventure andthebeach.Shespentthefirst32 yearsofherlifeintheareawithher familyinForestHill,Md.,beforeretiringtotheSelbyville/WestFenwickIslandareaofDelawarein 2015.

Ifanyoneknewher,theywould recognizeherbeautifullydecorated homes,especiallyatChristmastime. Shewasveryfriendlyandoutgoing. Shemademanyfriendsoverthe yearsinMarylandandDelaware. Sheespeciallyenjoyedtheladiesand othersatMariner’sBethelUMC, andtheLadiesCentralandLadies BookClub.Asamemberofthe BayviewLandingHomeownersAssociation,shewasinvolvedinthe SocialandPoolcommittees,and mademanyfriendsintheBayview LandingCommunityandinOcean View,Del.

Jewellwasprecededindeathby herfather,Lawrence,andmother, RebeccaDavis.Sheissurvivedby hersistersJudyEckenrodeandBarbaraStephenson;Sheissurvivedby herhusbandJim,twodaughters, KellyandherhusbandBrian,and LauraandherhusbandChris.She alsohadthreegrandchildrenBrandon,Sarah,andLucas.Sheissur-

vivedbymanycousins,alargeextendedfamily,andmanyclose friendsmadethroughoutherlife.

CharlesD.‘Charlie’King,81

CharlesD.“Charlie”King,81,of Millville,Del,andformerlyofTowson,Md.,passedawaypeacefully, surroundedbyhislovingfamily,on Sunday,March12,2023,athishome. HewasborninBaltimore,Md.,on Aug.10,1941,sonofthelateDavid KingandthelateKatherine(Stansberry)King.

Kingretiredfromworkforthe MarylandMassTransitAdministrationfortheStateofMarylandasa buspainter.

Hehadaloveforthegreatoutdoors.Heenjoyedhunting,fishing andarchery.Healsohadapassion formakingfishinglures.Hevolunteeredcountlesshourswiththe FriendsofHoltsLandingStatePark, withwhomhehelpedcleartrailsand maintaintheparkforvisitorsto enjoy.Hewasalsoamemberofthe DelawareLodge#37A.F.&A.M.

Kingissurvivedbyhislovingwife of38years,Margaret(Dudley)King; adaughter,KarenZigler;asister,Ida Klein;11grandchildren;andtwo great-grandchildren.

AMasonicservice,followedbya celebrationofKing’slifewillbeheld at11a.m.onFriday,April28,2023, attheOceanViewChapelofMelson

FuneralServices,38040Muddy NeckRoad,OceanView,Del.,where friendsandfamilymaycallafter10 a.m.Inlieuofflowers,thefamily suggestedmemorialcontributionsin King’snametoFriendsofHolts LandingStatePark,POBOX1488, OceanView,DE19970.Condolencesmaybesentonlinebyvisiting www.melsonfuneralservices.com.

LarryD. HarmonMatthews,67

LarryD.HarmonMatthews,67,a residentofAtlanticShoresRehabilitation&HealthCareCenterinMillsboro,Del.,passedawayonMonday, March6,2023.HewasborninFrankford,Del.,tothelateJamesMatthews andCordeliaHarmon.

Heworkedintheconstructionfield. He likedtohaveagoodtimeandwork oncars,andlovedR&Boldies.Hewas verysocial,andlovedtellingstoriesand talking.

Matthewsissurvivedbythreechildren:GerardWilliamsofDover,Del.; DarnellHall(andTrinaDobraski)of Bridgeville,Del.,andRahiemKellam, alsoofBridgeville.Heisalsosurvived byabrother,JamesHarmon(andLucille)ofSeaford,Del.;twosisters,Cathy MatthewsofMillsboro,Del.,and TammyMatthewsofGeorgetown,Del.; aswellas10grandchildrenandsix great-grandchildren.Heisalsosurvived bynieces,nephews,extendedfamily

$1,445.

membersandfriends.

Serviceswerebeprivate.ArrangementswerebyWatsonFuneralHome inMillsboro,Del.Lettersofcondolence maybesentonlineat www.watsonfh.com.

MaryF.Stehling,83

Foreverinourhearts,MaryF.

Stehling,83,ofFrankford,Del.,passed awayonWednesday,March8,2023, surroundedbyherlovingfamily.She continuedtobeaverystrong,loving, protectiveandloyalMom,MomMom andGrannyaslongasshelived. StehlingwasborninBaltimore,Md.,to parents,JohnandAgnesMilchling.She wastwintoAlbertandoldersisterto Joseph.

Shelovedmusicanddanceasateen. SheattendedPattersonHighSchool, andlaterinlifeearnedanassociate’sdegreeinaccounting.Sheworkedinthe accountingdepartmentatBaltimore CityHospitaland,later,theJohnsHopkinscampus.

StehlingmarriedRobert(Bob) Stehlingin1957atSt.Elizabeth’sin Baltimore.Thetwoprovedtobeaninseparablecouple.Theyhadtwodaughters,KarenandLisa.Stehlingandher husbandspentmostoftheirtimewith theirfamily.Theyenjoyedtripsto OceanCity,Md.,DisneyWorldand Floridabeaches.Theywerealsoboaters, fishersandcrabbersontheChesapeake Bayforyears.Later,theyenjoyedtheir

summerplacenearBethanyBeach. Theycontinuedtoenjoycrabbingthere, andStehlingwasalwayswell-knownfor herperfectlymadeMarylandcrabcakes, whichhaveneverbeenreplicated.

Stehling’sgranddaughterJennifer wasbornontheirweddinganniversary in1974,toherparents,Karenand PatrickStraw.ThatmadetheStehlings’ familycomplete.Shedearlylovedher familyandwasequallylovingofher sons-in-law,PatrickandJerry.Shewas knowntobragshamelesslyaboutthem both. Andsometimessheevendidthe sameinspeakingofherdaughtersand granddaughter.Intheirretirementyears, theStehlingsspentmanywinter monthsinFlorida,wheretheyalsoenjoyedfamily,friends,dancingandgolfing.

Inlateryears,shestilllovedcooking, dancing,crafting,casinotrips,puzzles, theCHEERCenter,and,ofcourse,her timewithfamily.Shealwaysrememberedtohavefunandremindedothers todothesame.

“Abeautifulsoulhasdepartedandis nowheldineternalembrace.Maythe

angelswatchoveryou,Mom.”

Inadditiontoherparents,andtwo brothers,Stehlingwasprecededin deathbyherhusband,Robert,andtheir daughterKarenStraw.Shewillbe deeplymissedbyherdaughterLisaand herhusband,Jerry;son-in-law,Patrick Straw,whomshealwayssaidshe“raised fromapup”;granddaughterJennifer andherhusband,DavidWalsh;and great-grandson,Logan.Shewillalsobe mournedbyBen,AneliaandNora;Rebecca,BennyandLuciano;Jessand Michael;andnumerousfamilymembers andfriends.

Thefamilywillbeholdingaprivate prayerserviceattheveteran’scemetery whereStehlingwillbelaidtorestwith herhusband.Aprivatecelebrationof herlifeisalsoplannedforfamilyand friends.Ifdesired,donationsto CHEERofOceanView,Del.,St.Ann’s CatholicChurchinBethanyBeach,the AmericanCancerSocietyorthegiver’s favoriteorganizationforheartdiseaseor breastcancerwouldbeappreciated.

C.SusanWells,79

C.SusanWells,79,ofSelbyville, Del.,andformerlyofTowson,Md., passedawaypeacefully,surroundedby herlovingfamily,onSunday,March12,

2023,attheDelawareHospiceCenter inMilford,Del.ShewasborninBaltimore,Md.,onOct.21,1943,daughter ofthelateHenryCarterandthelate Frances(Shepard)Carter.

WellsretiredfromGoucherCollege inBaltimore,havingworkedasanexecutiveadministrativeassistant.

Shehadalovefortheoutdoors.She enjoyedboatingwithherhusband,duringwhichtheyspentcountlesshours fishingandcrabbing.Shewasalsoatalentedgardener,takingmeticulouscare ofherAfricanviolets,andsheandher husband,Ron,enjoyedtakingcruises. ShewasamemberofSt.LukeCatholic ChurchinOceanCity,Md.,whereshe servedasaneucharisticminister,and wasalsoamemberoftheSwannKeys SportsClub.

Inadditiontoherparents,Wellswas precededindeathbyherson,William “Bill”Burke.Sheissurvivedbyherlovinghusbandof43years,RonaldLee Wells;twodaughters,CarrieLubiniecki andherhusband,John,andCindy Wehnerandherhusband,Ed;agranddaughter,StephanieLubiniecki;anda great-grandson,CalebLubiniecki;as wellasabrother,JohnCarterandhis wife,Vicki.

AcelebrationofWells’lifewillbe

heldfrom2to6p.m.onSaturday,April 15,2023,attheSwannKeysCommunityCenter.Inlieuofflowers,thefamilysuggestedmemorialcontributionsin Wells’nametoDelawareHospice,100 PatriotsWay,Milford,DE19963.Condolencesmaybesentonlinebyvisiting www.melsonfuneralservices.com.

NoahAntoine JamalTaylor,17days

NoahAntoineJamalTaylor,17days, ofDagsboro,Del.,passedawayon March11,2023.HewasborntoErnest GilbertandNicoleTaylor.

Noahwillbegreatlymissedbyhis family.Duringhistimehere,hewas abletohelpsomeoneinneed. Ser vicesforNoahweretobeprivate.

BETHANY BEACH CHRISTIAN CHURCH

(Disciples of Christ)

SUNDAY SERVICE 9:30 am

In-Person & Live-Streaming on YouTube Social Distancing

Serving • Inclusive • Open-Minded • Open Communion

302.539.4118BethanyBeachChristianChurch.org

7 N. Pennsylvania Avenue, Bethany Beach

Ocean View

Presbyterian Church

SOUND UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

Established in 1779

“Loving & Living so that Others see Jesus in us”

In-Person & Live-Streamed every Sunday, 8:30 a.m. Facebook.com/RoxanaZionAndSoundUMC HighTideChurch.org

Pastor John Schutt 302.436.4011 37890 Sound Church Road, Selbyville 19975

THE BEACH FELLOWSHIP

2 Sunday Services 9 & 10:30 a.m. Roxana Volunteer Fire Co.

302.732.3303

Join us in person on SUNDAYS

BLACKWATER FELLOWSHIP CHURCH

SUNDAY WORSHIP 9:30 am

WE CHOOSE WELCOME

SUNDAY WORSHIP 9:30 AM

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67 Central Ave., Ocean View, DE 19970 ovpc.org PC(USA) 302-539-3455

67 Central Ave., Ocean View, DE 19970 ovpc.org PC(USA) 302-539-3455

Pastor Terry Dougherty

Pastor Terry Dougherty

Salem Church United Methodist

Welcome Home!

SUNDAY

1 Service at 10 am

Regular schedule will resume Sun., Apr. 16

Pastor Reverend Blair Hall

29 W. Church St. • Selbyville • 302.436.8412 www.sumc.com

BEACON Baptist Church

TheBeaconBaptistChurch.net

SUNDAY SERVICES

10 am: Small Groups for All Ages 11 am: Family Worship

WEDNESDAY 7 pm: Adults/KidsKlub/Teens

Je Smith, Pastor 302.539.1216

32263 Beacon Baptist Rd.; Rt. 26, Millville, DE 19967

Ocean View Church of Christ

55 West Ave., Ocean View

Sunday 10 am

In-Person

Preacher Ethan Magee • 302.539.7468• CCOVDE.org

Sharing the Truth of God’s Word, Verse by Verse

TheBeachFellowship.com

Sundays 9 am Christian Conference Center Octagonal Building 211 N. Pennsylvania Ave., Bethany Beach

35175 Roxana Rd. Frankford, 19945 RiverOnline.Church Lead Pastor Bryan Sells

Saturday 6 pm Sunday 9 & 11 am

River Kids Sat. 6 pm & Sun.9 am

Friday 6-8 pm Momentum, a group for Teens Wellsprings International a healing & deliverance ministry for more information: ron@riveronline.church

St. Andrew e Apostle Orthodox Church

Fr. Herman Acker, Pastor 33384 Mackenzie Way - Lewes, 19958 OrthodoxDelmar.org 302.645.5791

9 am: Praise & Worship

11 am: Traditional

Facebook Live, YouTube or MarinersBethel.org

SUNDAY SCHOOL

8 am

Open Door Adults

9 am

ARMOR Kids’ Church

10 am: Joy - Adults

10:15 am

Young Adults Bible Study

4 pm CRASH Youth (for grades 6-12)

Rev. Dr. Rebecca Collison

302.539.9510

Rt. 26 & Central Ave. Ocean View

Traditional Services

Traditional Values

Traditional Church

9:00 am 9:30 am 10:30 am

Fellowship Sunday School Morning Worship

March 26, 6 pm

PRAISE & WORSHIP!

Wednes. Bible Study 6:30 pm

All Are Welcome!

Sunday Services Pastor Dennis Bradford 410.430.7104 mbsvp51@gmail.com Rt. 17 & Daisey Rd., Roxana 34478 Roxana Rd.; Frankford, 19945

HOLY TRINITY CATHEDRAL

JOIN US IN-PERSON OR FACEBOOK LIVE

WORSHIP

H TCAnglican.org • 410.641.4882

11021 Worcester Hwy., Berlin, MD 21811

Frankford Presbyterian Church

Helping others help themselves

A welcoming church family committted to serving a God known for Unconditional Love and Acceptance. 302.537.5944 Pastor P. G. Maurer

Main Street, at the foot of Thatcher Street in Frankford Nearly New Thift Shop Fri., 9-5 & Sat., 9-1

Seaside Jewish Community

Celebrating 25 Years

An egalitarian unaf liated congregation

Shabbat Services

Visit our website to sign up for our email newsletter for noti cation of events and worship services. Adult and youth education programs, activities, social events, discussion groups, religious school

Religious Leader

Rabbi Julie Hilton Danan

(302) 226 8977

www.SeasideJewishCommunity.com

18790 Holland Glade Rd., Rehoboth Beach

CC Delaware Coast

A Calvary Chapel Fellowship

Sunday Worship Wednesdays 10:00 am 7:00 pm

Verse by Verse Teaching

48 N. Main Street, Selbyville or join us on Facebook - click link on ccdelcoast.church

For more information, contact Pastor Rob LoRusso 302.500.1774 info@ccdelcoast.org

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FRIDAY

8 p.m. on 5 FX

Movie: Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle

More than 20 years after the adventure comedy- fantasy “Jumanji” blew the roof off the box office, this 2017 sequel follows some teenagers who find themselves whisked into the world of what is now a video game, where they play as their chosen grown-up avatars, trying to overcome the game’s magical power and win their release to return home. Dwayne Johnson stars as Indiana Jones-style archaeologist Smolder Bravestone; the other avatars are played by Karen Gillan, Jack Black, Kevin Hart and Nick Jonas.

9 p.m. on , WCPB American Masters

The new episode “In the Making,” profiles two talented performers breaking down barriers in the worlds of opera and country music. After the pandemic’s height, opera singer J’Nai Bridges makes a triumphant return to the stage in “A Knee on the Neck,” a tribute to George Floyd. And country artist Rissi Palmer redefines success as she works on her latest album while helping uplift the voices of other BIPOC women country performers.

SATURDAY

8 p.m. on 6 LIFE

Movie: Every Breath She Takes

Jules Baker (Tamala Jones) thinks that she is finally free from her abusive husband Billy (Brian White) after she believes he died in a house fire during the couple’s final physical altercation. But as she begins to rebuild her life, while now known as the woman “that killed her husband,” she begins encountering a series of life-threatening events, all the while she believes she’s seeing Billy at every corner in this 2023 thriller.

SUNDAY

8 p.m. on 6 LIFE

Movie: Home, Not Alone

This is why you hire a qualified home inspector. Sara Wilson (Andrea Bogart) and her 18-year-old daughter, Jordyn (Maya Jenson), have finally moved into their dream home in a great neighborhood to make a fresh start. But when strange occurrences start happening in the house, Sara can’t help but feel danger is lurking closer than she’d like in this 2023 thriller. Adam Huss and Luke Meissner also star.

10 p.m. on & WBOC NCIS: Los Angeles

When Callen (Chris O’Donnell), Sam (LL Cool J), Blye (Daniela Ruah) and the rest of the NCIS team receive a cryptic, urgent message, Fatima (Medalion Rahimi) and Rountree (Ca-

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3 TNT (4:15) “Ready Player One” (:15) Movie: ››› “Thor: Ragnarok” (2017, Action) Chris Hemsworth. (DVS) All Elite Wrestling Movie: “Thor: Ragnarok”

5 FX “Jurassic World” XFL Football St. Louis BattleHawks at Vegas Vipers. From Cashman Field in Las Vegas. Movie: ›› “Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom” (2018) ’

6 LIFE Movie: “The Hillsdale Adoption Scam” (2023) Movie: “Every Breath She Takes” (2023) Tamala Jones. (:03) Movie: “Single Black Female” (2022) Amber Riley.

7 A&E The First 48 ’ The First 48 ’ The First 48 ’ The First 48 ’ (:01) The First 48 ’ (:04) The First 48 ’

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MONDAY

2 p.m. on _ WMDT General Hospital

Alums and newcomers come together to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the most scandal-ridden hospital in American history. Averaging 250 episodes of original programming each year for 60 years has created a spectacular list of cast members, many of whom will make appearances as the anniversary celebration continues into April. This week will include an honoring of the late Sonya Eddy, who played head nurse Epiphany Johnson starting in 2006.

8 p.m. on _ WMDT

The Bachelor

We’re down to the final rose and if history is any kind of teacher, something is probably going to go off the rails in the Season 27 “Finale and After the Final Rose.” Bachelor Zach Shallcross has proven to be a bit of an enigma. The ladies love him. But do they love him enough? And has COVID-19 caused too much of a headache in Zach’s search for true love? Also, someone keep an eye out for Rachel.

Little ThingsNewsJ. Kimmel + WBAL 11 News at 6Nightly NewsInside Ed.Hollywood Chicago Med (N) ’ Chicago Fire (N) ’ Chicago P.D. (N) ’ NewsTonight Show

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5 FX (4:30) Movie: “Iron Man 2” Movie: ››› “Iron Man 3” (2013) Robert Downey Jr., Gwyneth Paltrow. ’ Snowfall “Charnel House” Snowfall “Charnel House”

6 LIFE Castle “Knockout” Castle “Rise” ’ Married at First Sight The couples go back to their roots. Married at First Sight UKMarried at First Sight UK

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TUESDAY

9 p.m. on I HGTV

Renovation 911

Minneapolis-based emergency restoration experts and sisters Lindsey Uselding and Kirsten Meehan are rebuilding a family’s kitchen, living room and garage, all destroyed by a raging fire in this new series. Then they’ll investigate a house left with a monster hole thanks to a car crash and try to save a client’s flooded living room and basement after a washing machine hose leak. Over the season the two face more property mishaps head-on, including a fallen tree through a roof, burst radiators, sewer backups and more.

10 p.m. on _ WMDT

Will Trent

A horrific trailer park massacre leaves a young boy without his family, and Will (Ramon Rodriguez), strongly opposed to leaving him, becomes his temporary guardian. Meanwhile, Faith (Iantha Richardson) receives a visit from her mother, and Angie (Erika Christensen) spirals from incidents of her past in the new episode “Pterodactyls Can Fly.” Jake McLaughlin, Deion Smith, Sonja Sohn and Kurt Yue also star.

WEDNESDAY

9 p.m. on # CW Riverdale

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Everyone is still trapped in the 1950s and blissfully unaware of why they’re there. Well, everyone but Jughead (Cole Sprouse). But he is determined to return the town back to the present day. To do so, he will need the help of his girlfriend Tabitha Tate (Erinn Westbrook) in the Season 7 premiere episode “Don’t Worry, Darling.” Lili Reinhart, Camila Mendes, Casey Cott, KJ Apa, Vanessa Morgan, Charles Melton, Madchen Amick, and Drew Ray Tanner also star.

9 p.m. on K FOOD Guy’s Grocery Games

Time is ticking and nobody likes to wait for their food. To that end, chef/host Guy Fieri brings together four chefs who feel the need for speed to compete in Grocery Rush. In this race against the clock, they’ll serve a brunch in only 20 minutes and make their favorite noodle dish using 10 ingredients or less in the new episode “All-Star Rush.”

THURSDAY

8 p.m. on # CW Walker

In this entertaining second half of the two-part episode “False Flag (Part Two),” the Texas Rangers and the Walker Family must contend with Grey Flag’s plans and one truth ... that everything was a lie. But will they be able to turn things around in time before more damage is done? Stars include Jared Padalecki, Lindsey Morgan, Genevieve Padalecki, Violet Brinson and Keegan Allen.

8 p.m. on P DISN Movie: Prom Pact

High school senior Mandy (Peyton Elizabeth Lee, “Andi Mack”) eschews prom season to focus on her ultimate goal of getting into Harvard. But when she’s put on a wait list, she must rely on help from the guy she abhors most — popular all-star jock Graham Lansing (Blake Draper, “Bad Mothers”), whose father is a powerful senator and Harvard alum. Wendi McLendon-Covey also stars in this original 2023 family comedy.

HockerdrivesinfourrunstoleadIRbaseballtoopening-daywin

ByMikeStern StaffReporter

SeniorChanceHockerhithisfirst homerunoftheseasonanddrovein fourrunstoleadIndianRiverHigh School’sbaseballteamtoa22-0opening-dayvictoryovervisitingOdyssey CharteronMondayafternoon,March 20.

Hockercollectedthreehitstoleada torrid18-hitGreen&Goldattack.

TheIndians’hitparadealsoincluded twodoublesfromseniorBenCordrey, aswellasmultiplesafetiesbyfreshman RickyWigginsandsophomoresJace JarmonandChaseRuley.

FreshmanstartingpitcherAlexBehornerandthreerelieverscombinedon atwo-hitwhitewash.Behornarhurled thefirsttwoinnings,strikingoutthree andallowingtwohits.Hocker,freshmanDylanGriseandseniorJamison BendercombinedtoholdtheOwls(01)scoreless.

IndianRiverisseekingitsthirdconsecutiveseasonofreachingtheDIAA statebaseballplayoffs.

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Top,IndianRiverpitcherDylanGrisetakestotalcontrolagainstOdysseyCharteronMonday,March20th.Aboveleft,IndianRivershortstopBenjaminCordreytagsout OdysseyCharter’sElijahRamosduringastolenbaseattemptatsecond.Aboveright,IR’scatchertagsoutOdysseyCharter’sEdwinDeAscanisattheplate.

IR’sBradfordtallies15pointstohelpGoldwinall-starbasketballgame

ByMikeStern StaffReporter

BrendonBradford madehisselectioncount.

TheDelawareInterscholasticBasketball CoachesAssociation Goldteamselectionfrom IndianRiverHigh Schoolcontributed15 pointsandfourrebounds totheGoldcontingent’s 155-150triumphover theBluesquadlastSaturday,March18,inthe annualBlue-GoldallstargameatDoverHigh School.

Proceedsfromthe gamewillbenefitthe AmericanCancerSocietyandtheDIBCA scholarshipfund.

Bradfordshruggedoff the pressureofthemomentanddrainedtwo free-throwswith:04remainingtosealthetriumph.

“Brendonplayedwell, andhelookedverycomfortable,”saidIndianRiverboys’basketballheadcoachDevinMann.“Heshot theballwellandhadfunplayingwith

hisall-starpeers.Healsosteppedupto thechallengeandplayedsoliddefense.” Bradfordwasoneof15selectionsto

theGold,orSouthboys’squad,whose student-athletesattendschoolsinKent andSussexcounties.TheBlue,orNorth

team’s15student-athletesattendschoolsin NewCastleCounty.

Bradford,aFirst TeamAllHenlopen Conferenceselection,led theIndianswitha20.1 pointspergameaverage. Healsohelpedthe Green&Goldcompilea 16-6mark,includinga DIAAplayoffopening roundvictoryoverLake Forest.

OnMarch2,Bradfordledacourageous comebackattemptthat felljustshort,inan8275second-roundplayoff lossatHowardVoTech inWilmington.Herallied theIndiansfroma 48-29deficitattheend ofthreequartersto withinthreepointsofthe Wildcats,scoring27of hisgame-high35points inthefuriousfourth stanza.Hecamewithin sixpointsofhissinglegamecareer-high,41, whichhehadputupin theseason’ssecondgame,an82-75victoryatArcadia(Va.)onDec.8.

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BrendonBradfordkeepshiseyesontheballwhilecoveredbyWoodbridge’sBruceMosleyinagameearlierthisyear.

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GeppihopestohelpIRgirls’lacrosseduplicatevolleyball’ssuccess

ByMikeStern StaffReporter

Willautumnsuccessbeduplicatedin thespring?

Seniorgirls’lacrossestandoutMadison Geppicertainlyhopesso.

The5-foot-7outsidehitterplayeda majorroleinreturningtheIndians’girls’ volleyballteamtotheDIAAplayoffslast fall.Heroutstandingplayhelpedenablethe Indians’tocompileanimpressive11-7 recordandavictoryoverPaduaAcademy inthefirstroundofpostseasonplay.

Shewantsnolessthantoleadhergirls’ lacrosseteamtotheplayoffsthisspring.

“Madison,who’sknownas‘Guppy’to herteammates,developedfromasolidoutsidehitterintooneofourleadingscorers overthecourseofthe2022season,”said girls’volleyballassistantcoachJayClark. “Duringthefirsthalfoftheyear,shewas thirdontheteaminkills.Inthesecond halfoftheseason,shetiedseniorteammate ScarlettDunnfortheteamleadershipin kills.

“Inthepostseason,sheledtheteamin kills,”addedClark.“Byyear’send,sheand ScarlettDunnhadbecomeour‘goto’attackerswhenwereallyneededimportant

points.”

Astheflowersandleavesreturnamid theeternalhopeofspring,Geppiwants verybadlytoduplicatethatsuccessforthe girls’lacrosseteam.

“Asthelacrossecaptainlastyearand thisseason,Iamthrilledtohaveteammates whoIhaveagoodtimewithandwhoare encouragingtoothers,”saidthestandout midfielder.“Thatdefinitelymakesitalot moreenjoyabletoplaythegamewell.”

Geppi’steammatesarethrilledtohave suchastrongteamleader.

“Tobehonest,Guppyisalwaystherein themidfieldwhenweneedher,”saidjunior attackKylieHarris,whosetaschoolrecord lastspringbybecomingthefirstgirls’player tosurpassthe100-career-goalmilestone. “Sheisagreatteacherandoffersalotof supporttothenew,youngerplayers.Ican’t waittoseewhatshebringstothefieldin herseniorseason.”

Geppiprovidedtremendousscoring depthfortheIndianslastspring,scoring ninegoalsand14pointsfora5-10team thatthisseasonwantstodreambig.

“Itfeltgreattohavetheopportunityto playakeyroleinourvolleyballteamreach-

Photo by Billy Wingate

CoastalPoint•Filephoto

MadisonGeppihopestobringsuccesstoIR’sgirls’lacrosse,asshedidtovolleyball thisyear.

Multi-sportevent‘TheJourney’tobenefitmultiplemyelomaresearch

SeaColonyandtheMultiple MyelomaResearchFoundation (MMRF)arepartneringtoraise fundsandawarenessformultiple myeloma,arareformofbloodcancer.OnApril28-30,SeaColonywill host“TheJourney,”afundraising weekendinspiredbySeaColony ownerEricGelberandhisstoryof running200milesaroundCentral ParkinNewYorkCitytoraise awarenessandfundsfortheMMRF.

“Since2006,Ihavebeenona journeytomakeadifferenceforcancerpatientsandraiseawarenessand moneyforresearchfortheMMRF,” saidGelber.“Forme,it’snotabout anend,it’saboutthejourneyandto makethebestofeveryday.Ifeel,to-

gether,ifwealldooursmallpart,we canaccelerateacure.”

Thefamily-friendlyweekendwill kickoffonFridayevening,April28, withafreeviewingofthedocumentary“200Miles”thatchroniclesGelber’sthirdandfinalattempttoruna record200milesaroundCentral Park.Saturday,April29,willfeature atennisround-robintournament andpickleballtournament,andSunday,April30,willcapofftheweekendwitha5Krunand1-milefun walk.

AlleventswillbeheldattheSea ColonyTennisCenter.

Netproceedsfromtheweekend’s eventswillbedonatedtothe MMRF,thelargestnonprofitinthe

worldsolelyfocusedonaccelerating acureforeachandeverymultiple myelomapatient.

“Weareveryexcitedtopartner withEricandtheMMRF,”saidJen Neal,communityevents,activities andoutreachmanagerforSea Colony.“Whenweheardthatoneof ourownershaddonesomethingso incredible,weknewwehadtobring thatpassionandstorybacktoSea Colony.Ericisaninspirationtous allandwecouldn’tbeprouderto havehimaspartofourcommunity.”

Thoseinterestedinbecominga sponsorfortheeventcancontactJen Nealatjennifer.neal@vacasa.comor (302)546-0025.

“Overthelast17years,Erichas

distinguishedhimselfasoneofour mostpassionateadvocates,raising morethan$2.1milliontoadvance theMMRF’smissionofaccelerating acureforeachandeverymultiple myelomapatient,”saidMindyFlinn, VPfordevelopmentattheMMRF.

“ThroughTheJourney,Ericcontinuestoinspireourcommunityand fuelcountlessbreakthroughsin myelomaresearchandtreatment.We aresogratefulforhissteadfastpartnershipandshareddedication,and welookforwardtoanotherexhilaratingeventinpartnershipwithEric andourfriendsatSeaColony.”

Visitwww.seacolony.com/thejourneyformoreinformationandto registerordonate.

RegistrationopenforOceantoBayBikeTour,10-MileCoastalCruise

Registrationisopenforthe2023

OceantoBayBikeTourpresentedby theBethany-FenwickAreaChamber ofCommerce,tobeheldonApril2829.Morethan2,000cyclistswillhave thechoiceofa10-,30-,50-,62.5-or 100-mileride,travelingthroughout SouthernDelaware’sbeachesand bays.Registrantswillreceiveaccessto exclusivegiftsandamenities,includingalong-sleevetechT-shirtandrest

stops.

Saturdayriders(30-,50-,62.5-or 100-mileroutes)canregisterfor$70 throughoutthemonthofMarch. Teamsofsixormorecanregisterfor $55perperson.StartingonApril1, registrationpriceswillincrease.To registeronline,visitoceantobaybiketour.com.ProceedsfromtheSaturday ridewillbenefitlocalfirst-responders, aswellasContractorsforaCause,

JustinW.JenningsFoundationand theHarryKFoundation.

InadditiontotheSaturdaytour, therewillbea10-mileCoastalCruise onFriday,April28,andSaturday, April29,featuringanout-and-back routefromBethanyBeachtotheBig ChillBeachClubattheIndianRiver Inlet.Cyclistsofalllevelscanenjoy, relaxandtakeinthesceneryonthe ridebenefittingtheDelawareCenter

fortheInlandBays.Registrationfor theCoastalCruisealonecosts$35, andcyclistscanadditontotheirSaturdayrideforanadditional$15.

Formoreinformation,visitthe Bethany-FenwickAreaChamberof Commercewebsiteatwww.oceantobaybiketour.comorcall(302)5392100.Tovolunteerorsponsorthe event,contacttheBethany-Fenwick AreaChamberofCommerce.

ByJasonFeather StaffReporter

The2023seasoncouldbringabout somebigthingsfortheIndianRiver HighSchoolgolfprogram,astheyreturn abevyoftalentedseniorsacoupleofjuniors,andaddastatechampiontransfer student-athlete.

VeteranheadcoachBillyWingateis backforanotherseasonwiththeIndians, andthisyearhewillhaveafamiliarface toassisthimonadailybasis,intheform ofhissonHoldenWingate.Hewillalso havetheluxuryofrollingoutquitepossiblyhismosttalentedrosterofgolfersever astheIndianslooktoimproveona5-8 markfromlastyear.

Wingate,whowillalsobeassistedby IRheadboys’tenniscoachNeilBeahan whenheisavailable,isembarkingonhis 13thseasonwiththeprogramandhis ninthastheheadcoach.Hehascompiled a74-54overallmark,havingwonthe HenlopenAthleticConferenceSouth Divisiontitlein2011.

Theteamincludesreturningseniors ThomasGogarty,EvanCarpenter,Gabe

ClarkandQuinnGonzales,whilejunior RyanVogelandEllaGroveprovideadditionaldepthtotheroster.

However,theadditionofjuniorSarah LydicfromSussexAcademymaybethe biggestnewsofthis2023seasonasthe formerstatechampionjoinstheIRteam. AccordingtotheAmericanJuniorGolf Association,Lydichasalreadymadea verbalcommitmenttoNCAADivisionI WakeForestUniversityinWinstonSalem,N.C.ShewastheDIAAoverall statechampionin2021.Heroldersister, Hannah,the2022DIAAgirls’state champion,iscurrentlyatNCAADivisionIUniversityofRichmondinVirginia.

“The2023IndianRivergolfseason shouldbeexcitingthisyear,”Wingate said.“I feelverypositivethattheteam willbeverycompetitiveintheHenlopen Conference.WehavefivereturningseniorsthisyearinThomasGogarty,Evan Carpenter,GabeClarkandQuinnGonzales.Wealsohavetworeturningjuniors inRyanVogelandEllaGrove.Sofar,at

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Hahnexcitedabout2023IRtrack-and-fieldteams

ByMikeStern StaffReporter

BobHahnadmitsheisfiredup aboutthe2023IndianRiverHigh Schoolgirls’andboys’track-and-field teams.

“Thisisgoingtobeafunandexcitingseason,”saidHahn.“Theathletesseemwillingtowork,andIcan’t waittohelpthemrealizeandreach theirfullpotential.

“Boththegirls’andboys’teamsare showingalotofpromise,”added Hahn.“Withastrongandexperiencedseniorclassleadingtheway, bothteamsareingoodhands.Inaddition,thisisthelargestfreshman classIcanrememberin13years, whichwillpushanddrivethecompetitionwithintheteams.Practiceshave beenintense,asathletesarepreparing tomakethisseasononetoremember.”

Thegirls’teamishighlightedby severalkeyreturnees,includingjunior BrynnCrandell,andseniorsBella Scharpindistancerunningevents, AniyahBlakeinsprintsandSydney Deeryinhurdles.

Potentialsleeperswhomayaddto theteam’soveralldepthincludesophomore TerraBerkheimerinjumping events,andjuniorsLillyJohnsonin sprintandthrowingevents,Grace

RobinsoninthepolevaultandAlaina Stratesinthrowingevents.

SeveralpromisingnewcomersincludesophomoreIsabellaMacKinnon inhurdles,andfreshmenTaliyahMcCrayinthrowingeventsandsprinters

JaylaHudsonandZoeyJenkot.

Theboys’teamishighlightedby seniorHaydenHall,the2022First TeamAll-Statetrack-and-fieldstalwartwhohassetschoolrecordsfor thelongandtriplejump,andthepole

vault.Hallhasalsobeenastatefinalist inthehigh,longandtriplejump,and polevaulteventseveryyear.

AdditionalkeyseniorreturneesincludeColeBrickmaninhurdles,AshtonStephensinsprintsandChase Simsindistanceevents.

Potentialsleepersincludejunior RashadHopkinsinsprintandjumpingevents,sophomoreJayvionChandlerinsprints,seniorColeDonnelly indistanceevents,sophomoreLeo Chesterinjumpsandsprints,andjuniorEvanTietzinthrowingevents. PromisingnewcomersincludefreshmenDarnellStokesandWeston Warnerinsprints,andMasonSchafferinthrowingevents.

Hahnhasaddedtwonewcoaches, JonMcAfeeandJohnCordo,whowill bothworkwithathletescompetingin throwingevents.Thecoachingstaffis alsohighlightedbyassistantsColin Crandellforlongdistanceevents, KeioshaSheltonandDavonJustice forsprints,RobertBishopinthepole vault,TrayonaNockforrelaysand KashadWaplesforjumpingevents.

Boththegirls’andboys’teamsopen their2023seasonsonTuesday,March 28,withnon-conferencecompetitions atStephenDecaturinBerlin,Md., beginningat4p.m.

CoastalPoint•Filephoto

IndianRiver’sAniyahBlake,right,competesinthe100-meterdashlastyear.

Indians’growththroughoutseasonwilldeterminesuccess

ByJasonFeather StaffReporter

TheIndianRiverHigh Schoolboys’tennisteam lostastronggroupofstudent-athletesfromlast year’s10-2seasontograduation—namelyallthreeof theirstandoutsinglesplayers:ChrisSichina,Dane ShuartandMattEngel.

The2023Indianswill haveagroupofinexperiencedbutverycapable playersreadytostepinto thevacancies.However, theirgrowththroughthe earlypartoftheseasonwill determinejusthowmuch successtheteamwillhave thisyear.

Theindividualsvying forvarsityspotsarereturningseniorsNolanVasil, OwenAndahazyandGreg Finneran,aswellasjuniors CalebRodgersandAlan Phomsouvanh.

“Weareaveryinexperiencedteam,workingdaily onthefundamentalsofthe game,”secondyearheadcoachNeil Beahansaidaboutthisyear’ssquad.

“Thisputsusprettyfarbehindthe markforavarsityteam.Isuspectwe

willstruggleearly,untilwegetgamedaytougher,andthenweshouldfare

prettywell.

“Wellbeyondtennis, thisisaterrificgroupof youngmen.It’sapleasure toworkwiththemevery dayandwatchtheirgrowth —onthecourts,andin classesandlife.”

TheteamshouldbebolsteredbyItalianexchange studentseniorStefano Cresta,whoBeahansaysis “f arandawayourbest player.”

Othermembersofthe teamthisyearinclude BrandonCimarronFernandez,XavierHernandez Sandoval,EvanSprucebank,LandonArauzand BraydenBennetch.

TheIndiansopened their2023campaignonthe roadatWorcesterPrepon Tuesday,March21,and weresettoplayatPolytech onThursday,March23, afterCoastalPointpress time.Theirfirsthome matchwillbeonMonday, March27,whentheyhost Odessa.

CoastalPoint•Filephoto

IndianRiver’sChrisSichinareturnsaforehandshotagainstCR’sDarinJawharlastyear.

ThesunsetsonabreathtakingviewoftheIndianRiverInletintheQuietResortsarea.

ByJasonFeather StaffReporter

Inhisfirstseasonastheheadcoach fortheIndianRiverHighSchoolgirls’ tennisteam,GregHockmanwasableto establishastrongfoundationthat helpedtheIndiansbuildtoa6-6overall mark.

Now,Hockmanandassistantcoach GlenMacDonaldwilllooktocontinue thatbuildingwithastrongreturning groupofstudent-athletes,alongwith someimpressivenewcomerswhoshould helpoutastheseasonprogresses.

AmongthosereturningforIRthis seasonareseniorsScarlettDunnand MyaMacDonald,aswellasjuniors KylieCourtneyandIsabellWisniewski.

“HighschooltennisinDelaware consistsoffivematchesinacontest,” explainedHockmanofthesystem groupinginto1stsingles,2ndsingles, 3rdsingles,1stdoublesand2nddoubles.“Inordertoearntheteamwin,we havetowinthreeofthosefivematches.

“Wehaveanicenucleusofreturning playersledbyScarlettandMya.They aregreatrolemodelsforouryounger gir ls,andwebelievetheywillhavea greatseniorseason.Wealsohavejuniors KylieandIsabellreturningthisseason. Thosetwohavebothbeenworking hardinpractice,andwe’reexcitedtosee howtheycontinuetoimprovethis year.”

TheIndianswillbelookingtoreplaceapairofsolidcontributorsfrom lastyear’steamintheformofLiaDiakos(3rdsingles)andAvaTomlinson (1stdoubles).Newcomerswhocould looktofillthosevoidsareseniorCamrynEhlersandjuniorLexxineZullo.

“ VolleyballstandoutCamrynEhlers hasjoinedthetennisteamthisspring,” Hockmanadded.“Shecametouswith somerecreationaltennisskillsandis gettingnoticeablybettereverydayin practice.Shemovesherfeetreallywell, andgraspstheconceptsandstrategies ofthegamewithease.She’sdoinga tremendousjobusinghervolleyball skillsonthetenniscourt.Sheunderstandsangles,deepshots,dropshots, movingyouropponentfromsideto side,andattackingweaknesses.Volleyballhasevenhelpedhergraspthetennisserve,whichisoneofthehardest thingsanewcomertotennismustlearn. We’reexcitedtoseehercontinuedimprovementthisseason.

“Lexxinewasanexhibitionplayerfor uslastseason,whichmeansthatafter ourchallengematches,sherankedjust outsideoftheTop7players.Shebegan takinglessonsattheendoflastseason andhasworkedreallyhardtoprepare forthe2023season.Lexxineiscurrently rankedNo.2onourteamandwillplay 2ndsinglesforusthisseason.Herimprovementfromlastseasontothisseasonhasalloftheplayersandcoaches excitedtowatchherplay.”

Thecombinationofreturneesand newcomershasHockmanandcompany excitedabouttheprospectsforsuccess thisseason.

“Webelievethatwehaveagood chanceofwinningtheSouthernDivision,”saidHockman.“Therewillbe someverytoughcompetitioninthe HenlopenNorthwhenwefaceCape Henlopen andperennialtennispowers CaesarRodneyandDover.Ouropening matchatWorcesterPrep,”hesaidofthe March21matchthatresultedina5-2 loss,“willposeachallenge,astheyarea verydeepteam,withseveralyear-round players.”

Despitethatinitialsetback,Hockmanhashisfocusonthebigpicturefor tennisatIR.

“Wewanttogrowthesportoftennis atIR,”thesecond-yearcoachwrapped up.“Wewouldlovetoseefamiliescome outandwatchthetennisactionthis season.SelbyvilleMiddleSchooland IndianRiverhastheathletes.Wejust needtointroducethemtothegameso theycanseehowenjoyableitcanbe. Girlsthatplayvolleyballinthefallcan makeaneasytransitiontotennisinthe spring.”

TheIndiansweresettotravelto PolytechonThursday,March23,after CoastalPointpresstime,andtoOdessa onMonday,March27,beforereturning homeforahomematchwithMilford onWednesday,March29,at3:30p.m.

CoastalPoint•Filephoto IndianRiver’sLiaDiakosreturnsabackhandshotagainstLakeForestNatalie Vogtduringamatchlastyear.

ingthesecondroundoftheplayoffs,”said theresidentofSelbyville,whowillattend theUniversityofDelawarethisfalland majorinfinance.“Itriedmyhardesttoimprovemyskillseachday,andhavingCamrynEhlersbymyside,settingmeupfor kills,definitelyhelped.

“Ithinkthisyear,forlacrosse,wehavea lotofpotentialbecauseofallofthenew girlswhodecidedtocomeoutfortheteam. Everyonehasalreadyimprovedsomuchin ourfirstweeksofpractice,soIthinkwe’ll haveagoodseasonaswell.”

Geppisaidsheisextremelyappreciative ofherparents’supportofherathleticcareer atIndianRiverHighSchool.

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practice,Icanseethattheyhaveallimproved.Theteamisalsoveryfortunateto havepickedupSarahLydic.Sarahwill haveabigimpactonourscoringthisyear. Weareveryexcitedtohaveheronthe team.

“Iamalsoexcitedtohavemyson Holdenasmyassistantcoachthisyear. Hehaslotsofexperiencetobringtothe team.NeilBeahanalsocomesouttohelp afterhispracticeswiththetennisteam.

“Myparents—AndreaGeppiand JamesWaller—hadtomakesacrifices,becausetheywerealwayswillingandableto takemetoandfrompracticesinthemiddle oftheday,whichcansometimesbechallenging,”shesaid.“Theyalsohadtotake metoclubvolleyballpractice,whichwas alwayslateatnight.TheywerealwayssupportiveofthedecisionsImadeandencouragedmetokeepplaying.

“I’vealsobeensupportedbyourassistantlacrossecoachTaylorPridgeon,whois alwaysverynicetoeveryoneontheteam andsuchaneasypersontotalkwithabout anything,”addedGeppi.“Sheisalways willingtohelpandisveryencouraging.”

GeppiwillleadherteammatesintoFriday’s2023season-openeratHenlopen ConferencerivalSmyrna,beginningat4 p.m.

OurfirstmatchiswithSussexAcademy onMarch20atKingsCreek.Thatisa vitalmatchthatwehavetowininourdivision.Abigthank-youtoBearTrap Dunes,”headdedoftheIndians’home course,“foralltheirhelpwiththeteam. Wearelookingforwardtoagoodseason.”

AsWingatenoted,theIndianswere settoopentheir2023seasonontheroad atrivalSussexAcademy,thedefending 2022DIAAteamstatechampions.They werethensettohostMilfordonMarch 22,afterCoastalPointpresstime,and DelmaronMarch28.

LEGALS

TOWN OF OCEAN VIEW PUBLIC NOTICE BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT HEARINGS

27 Hudson Avenue (PIDN: 099.270 / CTM# 134-12.00-1533.00)

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN BY the Board of Adjustment of the Town of Ocean View that a public hearing will be held on Application V-442, submitted by the property owners, Warren D. & Claire D. Greer, requesting a variance from Article I, §116-5-B(1)(a) of the Environmental Protection Chapter of the Town Code, which requires the lowest floor of a residential structure to be elevated to or above the base flood elevation plus 2.0 feet. The property owners wish to construct an addition to their existing dwelling unit with a lowest floor elevation below the requirement of base flood elevation plus 2.0 feet on property zoned R-1 (Single-Family Residential District), located at 27 Hudson Avenue (PIDN: 099.270 / CTM# 134-12.00-1533.00).

14 Seabrook Road (PIDN: 094.570 / CTM# 134-12.00-2102.00)

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN BY the Board of Adjustment of the Town of Ocean View that a public hearing will be held on Application V-443, submitted by the property owners, Peter and Kelly Kenny, for property zoned R-1 (Single-Family Residential District) located at 14 Seabrook Road (PIDN: 094.570 / CTM# 134-12.00-2102.00). The property owners wish to construct a concrete patio and are seeking a variance from Article V, §140-28 for all existing and proposed building/structures on the lot to exceed the maximum allowable lot coverage of 35%.

8 Winchester Drive (PIDN: 004.920 / CTM# 134-12.00-1810.00)

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN BY the Board of Adjustment of the Town of Ocean View that a public hearing will be held on Application V-444, submitted by the property owners, Glenn and Deborah Merckling, for property zoned R-1 (Single-Family Residential District) located at 8 Winchester Drive (PIDN: 004.920 / CTM# 134-12.00-1810.00). The property owners are seeking a variance from Article V, §140-32, which requires attached accessory structures to maintain the same front yard setback as the principal structure, in order to construct a porch addition that would encroach into the

required front yard setback of 25 feet.

Proposed Lot No. 3 as depicted on the Plan titled “Proposed Minor Subdivision for 31 Woodland Avenue & 28 Central Avenue”

31 Woodland Avenue

(PIDN: 176.000 / CTM# 134-12.00-560.01) & 28 Central Avenue

(PIDN: 175.000 / CTM# 134-12.00-319.00)

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN BY the Board of Adjustment of the Town of Ocean View that a public hearing will be held for Application V-445, submitted by the property owner, Joanne Gichner, for properties zoned R-1 (Single-Family Residential District). The property owner is seeking a variance from Article IV, §140-25-A which requires that an accessory structure be incidental and subordinate to the principal use. The property owner wishes to maintain an existing detached accessory structure (pole building) without a principal structure (dwelling unit) on proposed lot No. 3 as depicted on the plan titled “Proposed Minor Subdivision for 31 Woodland Avenue & 28 Central Avenue.” (31 Woodland Avenue, PIDN: 176.000 / CTM# 134-12.00-560.01 & 28 Central Avenue, PIDN: 175.000 / CTM# 134-12.00-319.00)

The Town will hold these hearings on Thursday, April 20, 2023 at 3:00pm 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. Please note that the meeting agenda is subject to change. For more information, please visit www.oceanviewde.gov.

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. For additional information, please contact Kenneth L. Cimino, Director of Planning, Zoning & Development, at (302) 539-1208 or via email at kcimino@oceanviewde.gov.

CP 20230324 1T

LEGALS

PUBLIC NOTICE

TOWN OF SOUTH BETHANY BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT Virtual Hearing

This hearing will only be conducted electronically due to Town Hall renovations.

You may join the meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone: https://meet.goto.com/554617701

Or dial in using your phone (toll free): 877-309-2073

Access code: 554-617-701

DATE: Friday, April 28, 2023

TIME: 1 PM

HEARING:Whisted Hearing and Sevilis Hearing

LOCATION: Virtual Meeting

OWNER: Christopher and Melissa Whisted

PROPERTY: 146 Brandywine Drive, Bethany Beach, DE 19930

PURSUANT TO 22 DEL.C. SECTION 327 (a) AND ARTICLE XI, SECTION 145-38(A)(2), TWENTY-FIVE (25) FT rear yard setback requirements of the Code of South Bethany. The Board of Adjustment will hold a Public Hearing to consider the homeowner’s request for a variance of encroachment four inches (4”) into the rear yard setback.

OWNER: Paul and Kerry Sevilis

PROPERTY: 416 Victoria Road, Bethany Beach, DE 19930

PURSUANT TO 22 DEL.C. SECTION 327 (a) AND ARTICLE XI, SECTION 145-38(D)(2), TWENTY (20) FT rear yard setback requirements of the Code of South Bethany. The Board of Adjustment will hold a Public Hearing to consider the homeowner’s request for a variance of encroachment three feet six inches (3’ 6”) into the rear yard setback.

All interested parties should attend in person or by phone and present their views. If unable to attend, written comments will be accepted, but must be received prior to the day of the public hearing. Copies of the documents concerning this matter are available for inspection upon request at South Bethany Town Hall (302-539-3653) during normal business hours.

CP 20230324 1T

TOWN OF MILLSBORO PUBLIC NOTICE

AMENDMENT TO THE ZONING ORDINANCE OF THE TOWN OF MILLSBORO, SUSSEX COUNTY, DELAWARE, CHAPTER 210, AND THE ZONING MAP OF THE TOWN OF MILLSBORO, DATED JULY, 1973, AS AMENDED, TO REZONE A 57.78 ACRE (+/-) PORTION OF THAT PROPERTY OWNED BY MILLSBORO TOWNE VILLAGE, L.L.C., IDENTIFIED AS SUSSEX COUNTY TAX MAP AND PARCEL NUMBER 233-5.00-122.00 (P/O), FROM MEDIUM-DENSITY RESIDENTIAL (MR) TO MEDIUM-DENSITY RESIDENTIAL (MR) WITH A RESIDENTIAL PLANNED COMMUNITY (RPC) OVERLAY.

CP 20230324 1T

TOWN OF OCEAN VIEW PUBLIC NOTICE PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION

31 Woodland Avenue

(PIDN: 176.000 / CTM# 134-12.00-560.01) & 28 Central Avenue

(PIDN: 175.000 / CTM# 134-12.00-319.00)

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Planning and Zoning Commission of the Town of Ocean View will review Application P-344, a minor subdivision plan submitted by the property owner, Joanne Gichner, proposing the subdivision of two (2) lots into four (4) lots at 31 Woodland Avenue (PIDN: 176.000 / CTM# 134-12.00-560.01, zoned R-1 Single-Family Residential) & 28 Central Avenue (PIDN: 175.000 / CTM# 134-12.00-319.00, zoned R-1, Single-Family Residential).

The Town will hold this review on Thursday, April 20, 2023 at 4:00 pm 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. Please note that the meeting agenda is subject to change. For more information, please visit www.oceanviewde.gov.

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. For additional information, please contact Kenneth L. Cimino, Director of Planning, Zoning & Development, at (302) 539-1208 or via email at kcimino@oceanviewde.gov.

CP 20230324

LEGALS

SELBYVILLE TO FLUSH HYDRANTS

The Town of Selbyville will be flushing its fire hydrants between 8 A.M. and 4:00 P.M. during the week beginning Monday, March 27, 2023.

Residents and businesses are advised to check for discolored water, especially in their washing machines. If you observe discolored water, let your faucet run for a few minutes to see if it clears up. If it doesn’t, contact the water department at 302-436-8349. We appreciate your patience and cooperation. For more information, call Town Hall at 302-436-8314. Again, watch for discolored water.

CP

20230317 2T

NOTICE: DEStorage.com Millsboro

Located at 28862 DuPont Blvd., Millsboro DE 19966

Will be holding a Public ONLINE Auction at www.ibid4storage.com.

Closing April 19, 2023, at 10 AM.

The following units will be sold because of nonpayment of rent pursuant to the Delaware Self Service Storage Facilities Act. Auction bidding and additional information about the contents, including photographs, is available on ibid4storage.com. Sale and payment will take place at the storage facility.

Containing: Furniture, Household Items, Totes, and Boxes

Michael Coschignano - B16Lynell Drummond - H11

Dylan Weiss - 412 CP 20230317 2T

PUBLIC NOTICE

Kingsley Orchards LLC has on March 13, 2023, applied with the Alcoholic Beverage Control Commissioner for a Bottle Club License, for a premise located at 24349 Blueberry Lane Frankford, DE. 19945. Persons who are against this application should provide written notice of their objections to the Commissioner. For the Commissioner to be required to hold a hearing to consider additional input from persons against this application, the Commissioner must receive one or more documents containing a total of at least 10 signatures of residents or property owners located within 1 mile of the premises or in any incorporated areas located within 1 mile of the premises. The signatures of residents or property owners must also include the mailing address for the property and the email address (if one exists) for the resident or property owner. The protest(s) must be filed with the Alcoholic Beverage Control Commissioner at the 3rd Floor, Carvel State Office Building, 820 North French Street, Wilmington, DE 19801. The protest(s) must be received by the Commissioner’s office on or before April 12, 2023. Failure to file such a protest may result in the Commissioner considering the application without further notice, input, or hearing. If you have questions regarding this matter please contact the Commissioner’s Office.

CP 20230317 3T

PUBLIC NOTICE

Brittingham Farms Lavender & Lambs has on March 16, 2023, applied with the Alcoholic Beverage Control Commissioner for a Bottle Club License, for a premise located at 22518 Phillips Hill Rd., Millsboro, DE, 19966. Persons who are against this application should provide written notice of their objections to the Commissioner. For the Commissioner to be required to hold a hearing to consider additional input from persons against this application, the Commissioner must receive one or more documents containing a total of at least 10 signatures of residents or property owners located within 1 mile of the premises or in any incorporated areas located within 1 mile of the premises. The signatures of residents or property owners must also include the mailing address for the property and the email address (if one exists) for the resident or property owner. The protest(s) must be filed with the Alcoholic Beverage Control Commissioner at the 3rd Floor, Carvel State Office Building, 820 North French Street, Wilmington, DE 19801. The protest(s) must be received by the Commissioner’s office on or before April 18, 2023. Failure to file such a protest may result in the Commissioner considering the application without further notice, input, or hearing. If you have questions regarding this matter please contact the Commissioner’s Office.

CP 20230317

TOWN OF OCEAN VIEW PUBLIC NOTICE OF ELECTION

The Town of Ocean View will hold its annual election between the hours of 8:00am and 5:00pm on Saturday, April 8, 2023, at the Town Hall Community Center located at 32 West Avenue, Ocean View, DE.

One Candidate will be selected as Council Person for District 3. JAY TYMINSKI AND RICHARD JENNISON have qualified for this position.

One Candidate will be selected as Mayor.

JOHN REDDINGTON AND RANDY ROBUST have qualified for this position.

Absentee ballots are available for any resident who is not able to vote at the Town Hall on April 8, 2023. Any Town of Ocean View eligible registered voter who needs to obtain an absentee ballot by mail should call the Town Clerk at 302 539-9797, ext.101, and an affidavit will be mailed to you. The affidavit can also be downloaded from the Town’s web site (www.oceanviewde.gov/forms). If you prefer, you may come to the Wallace A. Melson Municipal Building, which is located at 201 Central Avenue, between the hours of 8:30 am and 4:00 pm to complete the affidavit and receive an absentee ballot. The affidavit must be filed with the Town no later than 12 noon April 7, 2023. Absentee ballots must be received prior to the close of the election, 5:00 pm on April 8, 2023. Identification will be required for anyone who wishes to obtain an absentee ballot.

All residents who are registered in the Town of Ocean View are urged to vote in this election. Identification will be required on Election Day in order to vote.

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CLASSIFIED RATES

Line ads: $8.25 for 20 words, 25¢ per add’l word. Display ads: $8.50 per column inch. Non-commercial ads for items $1,000 or less are free up to 20 words. Yard Sales are $9.00

Classi eds

POOL/CLUBHOUSE

Now Hiring! Send your resume to: EHerman@EvergreeneHomes.com

HERKER PROPERTY MAINTENANCE

Seeking full time FIELD MANAGER for full service landscaping & property maintenance company in Frankford & Delaware beach resort areas. Salary: $50K+, benefits include partial health, Simple IRA, holidays & vacation.

Email resume to Gherker@comcast.net or call 610-459-5857

Send resume to: Susan.Brewer@casinc.biz

Sussex County Vocational Technical School District 17137 County Seat Highway Georgetown, DE 19947 302-856-0961 • Sussexvt.org

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

Position Title: 1 Technology Support Technician

Description: e Technician will be installing and con guring so ware and hardware systems in Apple OS and Windows OS environments. e Technician will also assist and maintain inventory in tech areas.

Full time, pension eligible. Salary range and bene ts are commensurate with quali cations and experience in accordance with state and local salary schedules. Tuition reimbursement is o ered.

Date of Availability: Immediate

Application: All applicants must complete an application at https://www.applitrack.com/joindelawareschools/onlineapp/and submit the following: a complete application, a letter of interest, a resume, and three letters of recommendation.

302.539.8882 current pesticide license

Full-Time, Year-Round position to start immediately. We offer Medical, Dental, Vacation, Yearly Bonus, Golfing Privleges. $21-$23/hour. Call Glen MacDonald at:

Cripple Creek Golf and Country Club

Knowledge of local waterways, towing & launching experience, ability to handle moving blocks and lifting, and clean driving record required.

OUTBOARD

Fenwick

Pest Control Technician

Will train

Requirements: Must have a valid driver’s license and GOOD driving record. Requires background check and drug testing. High School Graduate or GED. Must have reliable transportation to and from work. Good oral and written communication skills. Ability to work in adverse weather conditions. Ability to work in confined spaces such as crawl spaces, etc.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $16.00 - $23.00 per hour

Benefits:

Please apply through our website: bennetttermite.com

(Select Careers in the dropdown and apply) Or apply direct at: https://www.bennetttermite.com/careers/

SussexCountyVocational TechnicalSchoolDistrict 17137CountySeatHighway Georgetown,DE19947 302-856-0961•Sussexvt.org

VACANCYANNOUNCEMENT

PositionTitle:CUSTODIAN

Description: Participateaspartoftheeducationteamtoprovideasafe, attractive,cleanande cientplacewherestudentslearn. THISISA NIGHTSHIFTCUSTODIALPOSITION. Fulltime,pensioneligible. Salaryrangeandbene tsarecommensuratewithquali cationsand experienceinaccordancewithstateandlocalsalaryschedules.Tuition reimbursementiso eredifeligible.

DateofAvailability:Immediate

Application: Allapplicantsmustcompleteanapplicationat https://www.applitrack.com/joindelawareschools/onlineapp/ andsubmitthefollowing:acompleteapplication,aletterofinterest,a resume,andthreelettersofrecommendation.

Chairside DENTAL ASS’T.

Experience Preferred Ocean View

Email Resume: molarbiz@yahoo.com

SCHOOL BUS DRIVERS

for Indian River School District. Will Train! 302.245.0315

Now Hiring!!!

67th St., Coastal Hwy. FT, PT Positions Available

We are looking for friendly, energetic people to join our crew

Experience preferred

• Pizza Maker

• Counter Server

• Grill Cook

• Dishwasher

Competitive Pay and Great Tips!

Serious inquiries only!

Apply within or email us mionespizza67@gmail.com

Sussex County Vocational Technical School District 17137 County Seat Highway Georgetown, DE 19947 302-856-0961 • Sussexvt.org

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

Position Title: STUDENT SUPPORT/ SAFETY MONITOR/CONSTABLE

Description: Responsible for the safety and well-being of students, sta , volunteers, visitors, and school facilities and assets at the assigned district location. Duties include the supervision and monitoring of students within and outside the school building, enforcing appropriate student behavior, communicating with students regarding issues and/or behavior, escorting students and/or unauthorized visitors, assisting with bus and/or lunch duty, assisting with re drills, school safety drills, other threats, and assisting in the removal of disruptive students from the classroom.

Full-Time – Pension Eligible Salary range and bene ts are commensurate with quali cations and experience in accordance with state and local salary schedules. Tuition reimbursement is o ered.

Date of Availability: Immediate

Application: All applicants must complete an application at https://www.applitrack.com/joindelawareschools/onlineapp/ and submit the following: a complete application, a letter of interest, a resume, and three letters of recommendation.

Disclaimer: Sussex County Vocational Technical School District reserves the right to extend or shorten the application and/or interview period and to modify job requirements.

Nondiscrimination Statement: e Sussex County Vocational Technical School District is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity in relation to race, color, gender, religion, age, disability, marital status, national origin, genetic information, or other legally protected categories.

ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES

VINTAGE CORK DECOYS

LL Bean. Black duck and mallards, starting at $30, based on condition. 20 available. 302.542.9500

VINTAGE GOOSE CORK decoys from LL Bean. Upright and hissing necks. starting at $30, based on condition. 15 available. 302.542.9500

RUSS BERRIE MILLENIUM 2000 teddy bear. Limited edition, like new, original box. $25 Call/text 410.292.6666

EXPERIENCED SERVICE TECH

Sussex County Vocational Technical School District

17137 County Seat Highway Georgetown, DE 19947 302-856-0961 • Sussexvt.org

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

Position Title: Senior Technology Specialist

Description: e Senior Technology Specialist will be installing and con guring so ware and hardware systems in Apple OS and Windows OS environments. e Specialist will also maintain and update websites and employee intranet.

Full time, pension eligible. Salary range and bene ts are commensurate with quali cations and experience in accordance with state and local salary schedules. Tuition reimbursement is o ered.

Date of Availability: Immediate

Application: All applicants must complete an application at https://www.applitrack.com/joindelawareschools/onlineapp/and submit the following: a complete application, a letter of interest, a resume, and three letters of recommendation.

STAPLES SHREDDER

3 years old. Shreds up to 7 pages, CDs, etc. Includes lubricant sheets. 209.890.0634

OLD ROSES CHINA 10”

vase, vanity tray, bud vase, candy dish. Excellent condition. $25 Call/text 410.292.6666

VINTAGE GARRARD

turntable. 4 speeds, diamond needle. Made in England. Model 40MKII $200 443.373.1550

1971 “SESAME STREET” cake pan in original box. $25 620.266.6764

VINTAGE 1960s DOLL cradle with original bedding. Excellent condition. $25 410.790.3585

SUSSEX COUNTY HABITAT for Humanity ReStore accepts donations of working appliances 10 years old or less for families in need. 302.855.1156

CHILD’S PEDAL CAR (19621963). Ideal for auto repair shop or body shop advertising. $100 302.841.0407

UTILITY TRAILER 7’x11’ 2 axles, diamond plate aluminum floor, stake pocket, aluminum upright and sides. Gross weight: 4,000 lbs. $750 302.604.0451

SCHUMACHER 1.5 AMP trickle charger battery maintainer. $15 302.278.1441

CURT A-16 5th WHEEL Hitch. Very good condition. $100 OBO 302.542.0175

5th WHEEL HITCH REESE Pro 15. In good condition. $50 OBO 302.542.0175

JEEP SOFT-TOP COMPLETE New. Fits 2007-2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited, 4-door. REDUCED! $700 302.229.7898

(WEATHERTECH AUTO floor mats. Never used, never cut. Paid $70; asking $50. 302.344.0169

DONATE YOUR CAR/ truck/ RV - Lutheran Mission Society of MD. Compassion lace Ministries help local families with food, clothing, counseling. Tax deductible. MVA licensed #W1044. 410.228.8437 CompassionPlace.org.

HOBIE

POWER WINCH (USA) Model 712A, 12-V for boats. 23’, 7,500 lbs. $160 302.542.9500

9.5 OCEAN KAYAK MALIBU Sit-on-top with seat pad and oars - good condition. Asking $350 302.383.4387

WILDERNESS SYSTEMS

Tsunami 145 Kayak. 14’, bright red, garage-kept. Used 5 times. New: $1,500 +; asking $950 OBO 202.999.0517

SONY SURROUND SOUND 5 speaker with woofer system. Plays: DVD, super & audio CD, CD-R & RW. $200 OBO 302.448.0772

VIZIO 42” TV: $40 302.249.9399

EPSON EXPRESSION Home XP 440 printer. Make Offer! 757.810.8782

FREE FOR NON-PROFIT:

Dept. 56 lighted Dickens Village. 50 houses.

302.855.1169

CHERRY FINISH TODDLER

bed. Good condition. Waterproof mattress, sheets, bedding included. Smokefree home with cat. Leave message: 302.542.6617

BON-AIR SALON-STYLE hair dryer. Model #930.

302.648.6480

MEDICAL EQUIPMENT

Walkers, wheel chairs, crutches, and much more. Lightly used, great condition. Pick up of clean medical equipment is available. Bethany Beach Christian Church:

302.927.0169

DINING TABLE, 6 CHAIRS

Dark mahogany colored table, colorful chairs. Table: 72” x 40” with disappearing 18” leaf. Very good condition. $375 OBO

302.381.5813

LARGE ENTERTAINMENT center. 4 separate pieces, wood finish. Must pick up. $600 OBO 302.448.0772

RECLINER, BLUE FABRIC

Very good condition. $225 OBO 302.381.5813

WHITE COFFEE TABLE with lower shelf. 36” x 22”. Very good condition. $75 OBO

302.381.5813

JEWELRY ARMOIRE/ cabinet/storage chest. Provincial, medium brown finish. Approximately 3.5’ h. Excellent condition. $25

302.732.3637

CHEST OF DRAWERS Genuine hard maple. Approximately 4’h x 38”w x 20”d; 4 little drawers, 3 large drawers. $75

302.229.7898

(2) WHITE, SILK SHADED decorator table lamps: $25 each; (1) round end table with drawer. White base, fruitwood top. $50 7 17.575.8314

FULL PLATFORM BED AND mattress. Bed handmade in UK of untreated wood. Set up, never used. Have original paperwork. Price negotiable. Can send pics. 302.493.9199

COMPLETE LIVING ROOM: queen sleep sofa and loveseat in light floral; pale green chair, stool, coffee table, (2) end tables, lamps. Rarely used. $900 3 02.539.5545

(2) LOCAL, VETERAN, retired bow hunters looking to lease 5-10 acres. Call Ken: 302.732.3118

SHOTGUN SHELLS Federal Target Load. 1 box: $7 Please leave message: 302.436.9005

BELLA 4.5 QT. AIR FRYER Touch screen. Never opened, new, in box. Cook or roast. REDUCED! $25 302.344.0088

55-GALLON BARRELS Metal or plastic; with/without lids. For burning, storage, floating docks, rain barrel, live bait. $30/$40 302.542.9500

(5) FULL SHEETS WHITE, plastic lattice. $10/sheet. 3 02.236.2584

MISCELLANEOUS

(4) CRYSTAL MILLER

Rogaska martini glasses. Never used. $25 for all. Can send pics. 209.890.0634

SEKEY BEACH WAGON

Navy blue, used once, great condition. Carry beach supplies. Collapsible with cover. $60 Can send pics. 209.890.0634

LARGE PITCHER & BOWL for washstand. Pink floral, Victorian decorative. Very good condition. $50 610.468.4004

SINGER STRAIGHT needle sewing machine with buttonhole attachment in nice walnut cabinet. Excellent condition. $150 Call or leave message: 302.934.1619

VARIOUS SIZED PLASTIC tarps. Call for details. 302.236.2584

BOUMI TEMPLE JEWELRY Various pieces. 443.373.1550

BRASS CHANDELIER Design House Mill Bridge with (5) bell-shaped clear, glass shades. Lowes #1345522. Reduced to $30 302.542.9500

100s OF $ OF HIGH-END beads, findings, string materials, tools, displays, and travel case in organized boxes. Can send pics. $300 OBO 302.362.2141

ORECK RUG-CLEANING machine with pads. Perfect condition - great cleaning. New: $325; asking $100 302.362.2141

DEAN MARTIN 10-VOL. DVD set. Best Of Variety shows. Never opened. $20 302.359.7269

VICTORIAN DESIGN MULTI colored, stained glass fireplace screen. Amazing colored glass. $225 410.259.2300

NEW, WITH TAG SIMPLY Southern light blue snowman, long sleeve t-shirt. Women’s XL. REDUCED! $10 302.344.0088

ROMANCE BOOKS .25¢ each, or for trade. 302.541.0475

CUSTOM IRON 3-PIECE skier wall hanging. 30”l x 40”w. Coordinate as you choose. Dark hues of silver and copper. Best Offer. Can send pics. 209.890.0634

WEDGWOOD WHITE china. Serves 8. Platter, soup bowls, vegetable dishes, gravy boat, creamer, sugar bowl. Excellent condition. $175 Call/text 410.292.6666

TUPPERWARE liquidationVintage and new. Over 200 pieces, lids included. Can send pics. Leave message: 410.939.7714

PENTAX FILM CAMERA with 2 lenses, flash attachment, and carrying cases. $300 302.616.4768

BRASS CHANDELIER 5 lights with shades. Like new. $50 302.537.7571

BEAUTIFUL BATH updates in as little as one day. Superior quality bath and shower systems at affordable prices. Lifetime warranty & professional installs. Call now. 877.738.0991

PAYING TOP CASH FOR men’s sport watches. Rolex, Breitling, Omega, Patek Phillipe, Heuer, Daytona, GMT, Submariner, and Speedmaster. Call 844.506.3622

DENTAL INSURANCE from Physicians Mutual Insurance Company. Coverage for 350 plus procedures. Real dental insurance - not just a discount plan. Do not wait. Call now. Get your free dental information kit with all the details. 855.337.5228 dental50plus.com/ MDDC#6258

PREPARE FOR POWER outages today with a Generac home standby generator. $0 money down + low monthly payment options. Request a free quote. Call now before the next power outage. 855.993.0969

MUSIC

SEEKING FEMALE guitarist, acoustic to form male/ female duo in Dagsboro. Text Mike at 732.637.2804

FISHER BASS BOX wireless 15” speaker. 3000 watts. New in box, never used. Retail: $200; asking $185 302.344.0169

FANCY GUPPIES VERY unique, bright colors. $2 each. Texts preferred. 302.841.4562

LOW COST SPAY AND neutering of cats. Want to save 100s of cats’ lives? Spay or neuter ONE. Call Cats Around Town Society to schedule an operation. 302.355.9979

KITTENS/CATS Beautiful kitties looking for loving homes. Many colors available. 302.236.5184

ARE YOU A PET OWNER?

Do you want to get up to 100% back on vet bills? Physicians Mutual Insurance Company has Pet Coverage that can help. Call 888.928.1656 to get a free quote or visit InsureBarkMeow.com/mddc

SPORTS & EXERCISE

(3) ADULT BICYCLE helmets. $20 each. 443.373.1550

BILLIARD CUE STICK RACK

Solid maple, wall mount, holds eight sticks. Includes (2) Quetec fiberglass, 21 oz. sticks. Excellent condition. $125 Text 302.853.2509

ELECTRIC BIKE WITH front cargo basket, rear-locking trunk. 20 mph with charger. Scooter look-alike. $650 732.637.2804

TOOLS

OSCILLATING DRUM sander with extra drums. Like new condition. $40. 1” belt sander: $30 302.436.9005

LAWN & GARDEN

FURNITURE

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WATERFRONT, FENWICK

Spacious 4BR/3BA. Garage, boat dock, ocean access. Great views. Unfurnished. Bike to ocean, N/P.

$3,250/month

Seashore4rent@ gmail.com

MILLSBORO 3BR/1.5BA trailer. No Pets.

$1,500/month + $1,000 deposit. 301.384.2947

YEAR-ROUND RENTALS

Bramhall St., Georgetown: 2BR/1.5BA, single-level home with office with separate entrance. Large kitchen and living room. $1,700 per month + utilities.

Keenwick Sound: 3BR/2BA single family home. $2,000 per month + utilities.

Plantation Lakes, Millsboro: 2BR/2 full BA + (2) 1/2BA, 3-story brand new townhome with garage. $2,000 per month + utilities.

Millville by the Sea: 2BR/2.5BA + 3rd floor loft/3rd BR, garage. Available after May 1. Pets considered. $2,200 per month + util.

Saltwater Landing, Selbyville: (2) Brand new 4BR/2BA single-family homes with garage. $2,500 & $2,600 per month + util.

Savannahs Landing, Ocean View: 3BR/2.5BA single-family home. $2,500 per month + 5% rental tax + utilities.

Plantation Lakes, Millsboro: Brand new 3BR/3.5BA, two-story villa with garage. On the golf course. $2,700 per month + util.

WEEKLY

BISHOPS LANDING

3BR/2.5BA, 2-car garage, end unit carriage home. Available thru May 31; $900/week includes amenities and utilities.

301.404.2070

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

Denton Mills, Millville: 2BR/2BA + loft single family home. Completely remodeled. Large yard and outside decks. $2,800 per month + utilities. Includes rental tax.

ROOMMATE WANTED

NEAR BETHANY BEACH

Unfurnished room with private bath, house privileges, W/D, pool access. Approx. 10 minutes from beach. Mature female preferred. Good credit/background check and 1-year lease required. Available May 1. $850 + utilities. 678.249.5312

One-Time/Move-Outs Spring & Deep Cleans

Plantation Lakes, Millsboro: 4BR/3.5BA villa. Brand new construction. Dogs & cats considered. $2,600 per month + utilities.

Stonewater Creek, Millsboro: 3BR/2BA, brand new single-family home. $3,300 per month + utilities.

Millville by the Sea: 5BR/3.5BA single family home. Furnished/ Unfurnished. $3,200 per month + utilities.

Parkside, Millville: 4BR/3BA single family home with 2-car garage. $3,250 per month + utilities + rental tax. Available May 1.

Salt Pond, Bethany Beach: 4BR/3BA single-family home with 2-car garage on the golf course. Partially furnished. $3,700/month + utilities.

Owners: For problem-free management, list your properties with us!

Call Kim for more information:

302.539.7511 x 3030 or 800.441.8118

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Wilgus Associates Property Management Division

32904 Coastal Hwy., Bethany Beach, DE 19930

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Yard Sale ads are $9.00. Rentals are paid ads. Only non-commercial ads are FREE. Free classified line ads are for items $1,000 or less and may contain up to 20 words. All ads that exceed 20 words are paid ads, and are $8.25 for the first 20 words, 25¢ for each additional word.

Classified Ad

By Jan Buckner Walker

The Original Crossword Puzzle for Kids and Their Favorite Adults

1. It's the October holiday full of costumes and candy

6. Every year on Earth Day, millions of people around the world turn o their lights from 8:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. to recognize Earth ____ (It happens this year on March 28th)

7. Let the fun begin: It's the day people smile and say, "Enjoy your weekend!"

9. They're the people who enjoy 1A the most

11. Which month is most likely to perform at the halftime show of a college football game?

12. The abbrieviation for the sixth day of the week (or what Little Miss Mu et did on her tu et)

14. What everybody hopes they won't catch during the winter months

16. When one calendar asks another calendar to go out to the movies, they go on a ____

17. Each year, on the rst Monday in September, we all celebrate ____ Day

The across clues are for kids and the down clues are for grown-ups!

19. Smart question: Which day has a name that makes it think it's the "brightest" day of the week?

21. Wintertime rhyme time: I'm the last national holiday of every year. When I come around, I bring holiday cheer. What am I?

22. If enough of it falls in January, 9A can build an igloo Parents Down

1. Eight-day festival during which Jewish people worldwide light menorahs

2. Two days into "The Twelve Days of Christmas," the carol writer's true love was surprised by ten _____ a-leaping

3. It's the hardest day of the week for a child to learn to spell

4. The sweltering period spanning July 3rd to August 11th is known as "the ____ days of summer"

5. Woe on Wall Street: The stock market _____ was the big fall in the fall of 1929

8. The Muslims' month-long season of fasting and prayer, ______ always starts on the ninth month of the 12-month Islamic calendar (This year, it begins on March 22nd)

10. Despite its focus on the future, New Year's Eve falls in this month, bringing the old year to a close

13. Perhaps to ensure us a long holiday weekend, Thanksgiving is always celebrated on a ______

15. Emphatic season's greeting with a bonus rhyme inside: "Have a ____ Merry Christmas"

17. Tradition holds that wearing red underwear at the start of the Chinese New Year will ward o bad _____

18. Shabbat (or the Sabbath) is the Jewish day of _____, strictly observed by the orthodox faithful each Saturday

20. Just as morning marks the start of a new day, January is the ____ of a new year

UNDERCONTRACT

OPENHOUSE SAT.,3/2511-1

33856

Recently renovated 2 BR, 2 BA rst oor condo in the sought after community of Beachaven, on the east side of Route 1. Updated 3 years ago and features a new kitchen, new heat pump. There are new LVP oors in the main living areas. Fully furnished and ready for you to enjoy the open oor plan with an attached screened in porch. Just steps away from the community pool. A few miles from downtown Rehoboth Beach, Lewes, Gordon’s Pond, and the Breakwater Trail.

$340,000 (DESU2036170)

Betsy Perry (c) 301-938-1472

NEWLISTING

27546

With 4 BRs, so much space, and NO LOT RENT, this one level living home near the water is perfect for your primary residence or to make as a second/vacation retreat! A modern 4 Bedroom, 3 Bath with 2128 SF, home features a bright and open floor plan with so much “new” you will feel like you were in a brand new home! Easy drive to the award winning Golf course at Baywood Greens, restaurants, and local waterfront favorite, Paradise Grill.

$329,900 (DESU2036652)

Call Brad Absher (c) 302-214-LAND

Located in the desirable canal front community of Waterside-only 2 miles to Bethany Beach. Enjoy the beach lifestyle in this spacious 2615 sq ft rst oor living with open concept oor plan single family home. 4 bed, 3 full bath, replace, loft, garage, outdoor shower, eat in kitchen, patio,covered porch, sunroom, community pool and kayak launch. Conveys fully furnished- ready for the Summer of 2023!

Asking 599,900 (DESU2037456)

Call Chrisy Tingle (c) 302-377-4159

SALEPENDING

Looking for a home out of Town with no HOA fees and lots of space? This home is situated on an acre with a wooded back yard. Plenty of parking with a possibility of addition of a utility building. The home has potential for expansion. Use your own creative and decorative design ideas. Just a short drive to shopping and restaurants. Also just a quick drive to the new Beebe Health Center. Don’t miss this rare opportunity.

$310,000 (MDWO2008322)

Call Frank & Audrey (c) 302-541-4000

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2 separate entrances, one side being 3BR/2BA and the other side a 1BR/1BA owner suite. $589,900 (DESU2036816) Call Eddie Rohe (c) 410-908-9137

2 Bd 1.5 Ba CONTEMPORARY. Freshly Painted, Nicely Furnished, Screened Porch. EXCELLENT Condition. Walk to Back Pool & Tennis Ct. Fireplace, Soaking Tub/Shower, Storage Room, Outside Shower, Fishing, Crabbing, 2 Pools, 3 Tennis -Pickle Ball Cts, 2 Basketball Cts, Volley Ball Ct, 2 Playgrounds, Horseshoes, Shuf eboard, & more. $297,500 (DESU2035994)

Cindy Spieczny (c) 302-228-1450

Associate Broker: DE & MD

CRS, GRI, SRES

LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AGENT!

Email: Fenwickstar@yahoo.com

OPENHOUSE SAT.,3/259-1

33805 WATERSIDE DRIVE, FRANKFORD

Worked with Buyer on this Stunning coastal style villa located in the soughtafter, premier community of Forrest Landing! The pergola covered entry welcomes you into this lovely maintained, recently updated, and immaculately kept home by the original owners! The heart of this home is the gourmet kitchen, the perfect spot to prepare chef inspired meals that can be served casually at the breakfast bar, or in the bright and airy formal dining room.

$430,000 (DESU2032586)

Call Logan Burke (c) 443-797-9217

UNDERCONTRACT!

Bright end unit villa in pristine condition, with an airy interior, vaulted ceilings, garage and rear deck offering seclusion in a scenic wood setting. Features a 1st oor MBR with ensuite bath. The upstairs features 2 additional guest rooms and full bath with an open loft which can be used as additional sleeping space or of ce. Community is just a short bike or drive to Bethany Beach and only minutes to Fenwick Island.

$469,000 (DESU2038094)

Call Robert Mitchell (c) 240-780-6806

Located in the desirable community of Fleetwood Estates in Seaford. This 3 BR home is situated on a lot which is 1 acre. Offering large rooms, eat in kitchen with lots of cabinets and a primary suite with large closets and a bath with a shower. Plenty of storage in the attic plus an outside shed. Don’t miss this affordable opportunity.

$269,000 (DESU2035728)

Call Noreen Scalice (c) 302-245-1108 or Paul Scalice (c) 302-604-8715

8 SUMTER COURT, WEDGEFIELD

Welcome to this beautiful sunny, spacious, very well maintained original owner home in Ocean View! Offering 4 Bdrms, 2 1/2 ba., Formal living room & dining room, of ce, Open Family/kitchen with replace. Back deck! Family year round/vacation or rental potential! Community pool/tot lot!

New Heat Pump in fall '22!

$525,000 (DESU2022348)

Pam Pridgeon (c) 302-249-1367

Home offers panoramic open views of the Bay and undisturbed wooded wetlands. Situated just south of South Bethany in Bayview Park, a community surrounded by State Parkland. Perfect for the avid boater- boat lift, pier, docks, and boat slip. Southern exposure with windows and decks overlooking the panoramic views. This unique property has an owners’ home with separate guest quarters. Situated on 1 ½ lot. Rare and fantastic opportunity.

$2,500,000 (DESU2030714)

Call Frank & Audrey (c) 302-541-4000

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