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By Susan Canfora Staff Reporter As newly elected state Rep. Valerie Jones Giltner was campaigning to win the special election to represent the 37th District — during which she also celebrated her 57th birthday — she heard from prospective constituents, many who asked her to stop rapid development. That’s a comGiltner mon concern of locals, as well as those who move to Sussex County, and Giltner plans to discuss rapid growth during a meeting with the Sussex County Council as they outline plans and goals. “I see we are so reactionary, instead See GILTNER page 2

U.S. Wind purchases land around NRG Company plans to onshore wind-farm cables via bays By Mike Smith Staff Reporter U.S. Wind, through a limited liability corporation called Renewable Redevelopment that is linked to its Baltimore corporate offices, has purchased 140 acres of land surrounding the NRG Energy powerplant substation near Dagsboro, reportedly closing the land-only deal on Dec. 20 for $20 million. The seller is NRG Energy Corp. based in Houston. “Connecting offshore wind energy to the electric grid in Delaware will help to lower electricity costs and strengthen See NRG page 4

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Roger Hitchens, left, is honored by Millville Volunteer Fire Company Chief Walter Johnson, center, and Company President Greg Hocker, for Hitchens’ remarkable 65 years of service with the fire company. By Kerin Magill Staff Reporter Just after 4 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 20, a line of Millville Volunteer Fire Company vehicles made its way north on Central Avenue in Ocean View. The vehicles, sirens blaring, stopped in front of the home of one of its longestserving members to give tribute to his decades of service to the fire company and the community. Roger Hitchens stepped out on the porch of his home, surrounded by friends and family members, to watch as dozens of fire company members — many in their dress uniforms — descended from the trucks and lined up on Hitchens’ front lawn. Several blocks of Central Avenue were blocked to traffic as the procession made its way to Hitchens’ home. “I don’t know what to say,” the bemused Hitchens said as fire company President Greg Hocker and Fire Chief Walt Johnson stepped forward to present Hitchens with several awards. During the special presentation, Hitchens received an award for his 65 years of service to the department, as well as a tribute sent by the Delaware State Senate on behalf of state Sen. Gerald W. Hocker, father of the fire company’s president. “The Millville Volunteer Fire Company cannot under-

state the contributions of [former] Chief Hitchens in the development and growth” of the fire company, Capt. Doug Scott said. “Chief Hitchens, throughout the years, held many administrative and fire-line officer positions, including the office of fire chief, for many years,” Scott said. “Chief Hitchens,” he continued, “was known for his nononsense and decisive fire-ground command presence, being one of the best fire-ground commanders anywhere. “In addition,” Scott said, “Chief Hitchens was a stern but fair leader and was respected by all that had the privilege to know and work with him. “Chief Hitchens is a true example of what a fire chief should strive to be,” Scott said. Johnson, current fire chief of the Millville company, said, “His impact through the years has guided us to where we are today as a company and that will never be forgotten.” Among Hitchens’ contributions to the company was his help in founding the company’s dive team. “It was great to see the membership turn out in such numbers to support this great man,” said Scott. Scott and Johnson also expressed appreciation to the Ocean View Police Department and the Town of Ocean View for their assistance with the ceremony honoring Hitchens.

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Lewes Public Library to host ‘COVID Lessons Learned’ In January, the Lewes Public Library will host two expert discussions on lessons learned from the COVID-19 pandemic, highlighting the challenges, failures and successes of the pandemic response at the local, national and international levels. On Tuesday, Jan. 9, at 5 p.m., Dr. James W. Le Duc, a retired official from the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC) and member of the 34person COVID Crisis Group, will present on the group’s recently-published “Lessons Learned from the

COVID War: An Investigative Report,” online via Zoom. Le Duc will provide his insights into the origins of COVID, and address lessons learned at the national and international levels. A panel of local leaders will discuss “COVID-19: Lewes Lessons Learned” on Wednesday, Jan. 17, at 5 p.m. at the library. Representatives from the City of Lewes, Beebe Healthcare, Cape Henlopen School District, the Lewes Chamber of Commerce and the Cape Community Coalition will share their insights and experiences navigating the

COVID response in the Lewes community. The session will also be available to stream live online via Zoom. The discussions were organized by, and will be moderated by, former U.S. Ambassador Nancy Powell, leader of the Department of State’s efforts to secure international support to battle avian influenza in 2005-2006 and Ebola in 2014. “Of the 10 major findings from Dr. Le Duc and the COVID Crisis Group, the one that stuck with me was No. 10: ‘We must do better next time. Because

there will be a next time,’” said Powell. “The reflections of key local leaders on lessons learned and forward planning based on those lessons can help us all meet the goal of doing better next time.” To register for the events, visit the library’s website at lewes.lib.de.us or call the library (302) 645-2733. During registration for the Jan. 17 session, participants will be asked to select in-person or online attendance. For additional information, visit lewes.lib.de.us.

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from Sussex Central High School and was previously president of the Delmarva Christian High School ParentTeacher-Fellowship Board. She has been involved in raising funds for Delaware Elite Basketball and was involved in the Food Bank of Delaware and Habitat for Humanity outreach. She will be sworn in, in Legislative Hall in Dover, on Tuesday, Jan. 9. The term will expire in November 2024, when Briggs King’s original term was set to expire. “Everybody is asking me if I’ll run again, and I say, ‘Let me get to Dover first and prove myself.’ I’ve been working with healthcare leaders, and they are trying to catch up with this population explosion,” she said.

Giltner’s win may have been a bit of a surprise, because she has no political experience, but she said it might work out better. “I have strong family ties here. I have a very good, reputable family. In one meeting, I said, ‘The community has watched me grow up cutting grass and babysitting, pulling my mower around town, because my parents taught me to work hard. I got to know people, or they knew somebody or recognized my healthcare background,” she said, adding that she and her husband, John Roehl, started playing pickleball casually a couple years ago and have since played in some tournaments. “So I got to meet a lot of people who weren’t born and raised here. Everybody says, ‘I know this person. She is levelheaded. She will do what’s right. She will hear both sides,’” said Giltner, the mother of son Parker Giltner, who is serving in the U.S. Army and lives in Suffolk, Va., and daughter Olivia Giltner, a sophomore in college, and grandmother to granddaughter Eden Grace, who was born in September. As a representative, Giltner said her goals include being sure the state has a “base for stronger families, safe classrooms and less government intrusion

into the family.” “We support businesses, so we make sure everybody has a very strong income to be able to take care of their families,” she added. Concerning legislation to legalize marijuana, passed during the last legislative session, Giltner said she doesn’t think the legislature “thought through the implications of passing that, and so I am hearing a lot from both families and businesses that there wasn’t the forethought, as far as implications of passing that.” “My healthcare background leads me to want to support local healthcare providers and be sure we have adequate healthcare access to our families and citizens,” she said. Ensuring government accountability and efficiency are also important to her, she said. “As we look at bills and we look at legislation, we have to make sure there is government accountability. I want to make sure there is accountability and transparency and that I am accessible to people,” she said, adding that she plans to host coffee gatherings for constituents in District. 37. “I want to be sure I spend a lot of time in my district,” she said.

Continued from page 1 of proactive, when it comes to DelDOT and their planning. I attended their fiveyear capital plan [meeting], and they are lagging in this growth,” said Giltner, who on Dec. 21 was elected to fill the remaining term of Republican Ruth Briggs King, who resigned her seat in early November because she moved outside of District 37. Giltner, who ran against Democrat Jane Hovington — the first AfricanAmerican chairwoman of Delaware’s Democratic Party — won by a vote of 1,805 to 1,068. A retired critical-care nurse and healthcare consultant, Giltner graduated

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More work ahead on OC offshore wind opposition By Mallory Panuska Ocean City Today Ocean City officials received some good news last week about the status of two protested offshore wind projects, but they learned there is still more work to be done before they can ensure residents and tourists won’t be seeing turbines off the coast of the resort anytime soon. City Manager Terry McGean told council members at a meeting Monday

NRG Continued from page 1 the local electric system,” Jeff Grybowski, U.S. Wind CEO, told the Coastal Point. “Delaware has a massive energy source just off the coast, and Gov. Carney has signaled to the world that Delaware will play an active part in the clean energy transition.” “We can confirm the sale of a portion of the land,” said David Schrader, senior manager of communications for NRG Energy for its Eastern region. “But the power plant is not included in the sale,” he emphasized. Reports circulating throughout the area previously had suggested that the power plant and the land surrounding it were sold to U.S. Wind in the real estate

that one of two new potential areas that the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management, or BOEM, identified recently for construction for offshore wind turbines is no longer under consideration. The news was good for city officials, who have consistently opposed any wind project that would erect turbines that would be visible from the resort. “I’d love to take credit it for but it was the Navy that had issues in that lease area,” McGean said of the area known as B-1 off the coast of As-

sateague that would have put up turbines as close as roughly 25 miles from Ocean City. “It’s a positive development for us,” McGean continued. “That lease area would have been within our visual envelope.” The other new lease area, known as A-2, is east of the current Delaware property that US Wind has proposed for a three-phased offshore project. The turbines from any project developed at the B-2 property would be as close as

33 miles from Ocean City, McGean said. He said officials formerly commented on that proposal with a request that the turbine sizes are restricted in all areas so the tops of the blades are not visible from the coast of the resort. “We learned a hard lesson last time,” McGean said, referring to the current US Wind project. “Although the Delaware lease area is 30 miles away,

transaction. “The report you cited was not accurate,” said U.S. Wind’s Nancy Sopko. “U.S. Wind did not purchase the power plant from NRG. We did purchase approximately 140 acres of land adjacent to the existing substation near the power plant. This land was also owned by NRG.” “The project, at its full buildout, would produce 2.2 gigawatts of energy,” said Lorena Edenfield, a biologist with the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM). “Two phases of that have already gotten renewable energy credits with Maryland.” Both planned projects off the Delaware and Maryland coast would give the State of Maryland the energy credits, though the closest turbine

would be 17 miles from Bethany Beach and 15 miles from Ocean City, Md. U.S. Wind’s proposal calls for at least three cables bringing that renewable energy on land, with one coming directly from the wind farm to the “3R’s” beach, one from the beach to the Indian River Bay shoreline and one to the substation owned by Delmarva Power, under the inland bays. The project may also include underground cable vaults, buried electrical lines, export cables and other facilities. The project is estimated to bring $200 million in electrical grid and infrastructure upgrades locally. “Offshore wind will help to lower electricity bills for the people of Delaware and will improve air quality across the state by reducing our reliance on burning fossil fuels,” Grybowski said. “We plan to deliver a massive amount of clean energy directly into the electric grid in Delaware, and that direct link means a lot of benefits locally. We look forward to working with the people of Delaware as we progress these plans.”

served as the executive director of a Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) state affiliate for solar power, welcomed the news with a cautionary note about inclusivity. “We at REA intersect mostly with the wind industry in the area of storage and transmission. I have worked with American Clean Power, the national organization, in the discussion of storing and distributing this power,” said Johnson. “My new organization, REA, will track the Maryland wind legislation,” she said. “There are still a number of issues to overcome, such as building the ships and the transports, getting enough electricians to make this happen, including underwater electrical work on the transmission lines and the works. IBEW will have to staff up and we will see if they can make it happen,” she said of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers. “When I was at the Chesapeake Solar & Storage Association [CSSA], we were working on siting and permitting reform,” she said. “When it comes to transmission lines, all across the country, we are seeing problems because they are large infrastructure projects.

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Ocean City Continued from page 4 you can’t see the turbines from there — provided they don’t get any bigger than they are now.” McGean also updated council members on US Wind’s project, which is in the draft Environmental Impact Statement phase with BOEM. The extensive statement, which identified the economic impact of any towers or buoys associated with the proposed project, was released in October for public viewing with opportunities for feedback through virtual and in-person hearings. “The in-person hearings, I think everyone would agree, were disappointing,” McGean said of the public input sessions held at Ocean City Elementary and Indian River High schools in late October. While officials and members of the public were expecting an interactive format where they could present their comments on the project to officials who would be making decisions on it, the meetings were more like workshops. Hundreds of attendees waited in long

NRG Continued from page 4 These are big-scale transmissions; they cannot be disguised. There are several folks working on it. I am not sure the siting and permitting reform [advocates] will have a bill this session in the Maryland legislature.” “Without that site reform, I don’t see these projects being completed, because there are too many localities that will shut it down,” said Johnson. “You need a broad coalition to gain the buy-in and really listen to the stakeholders. I think U.S. Wind needs more conversations with the community,” advised Johnson. Currently, a grassroots organization called POWER is mobilizing Delaware stakeholders. Kristen Harbison is spearheading the issue for the Maryland League of Conservation Voters. Wind is the third largest source of power in the United States, according to

lines to make comments on the record to a court reporter, with only consultants with minimal knowledge of the project in attendance to answer questions. McGean said he and Mayor Rick Meehan made comments on the record at the in-person hearing in Ocean City and during one of the virtual meetings that were held. “Our comments opposed the project in its entirety and requested BOEM adopt what is known as the no build alternative, Alternative A,” he said. The feedback incorporated 279 comments from a consultant the city hired to wade through the more than 3,300page draft statement, as well as other concerns from city staff. McGean said the feedback touched on marine life, birds, navigation, the city’s viewshed and the local economy. Bureau officials will review and address all the feedback received during the public comment period on the draft, and issue a final Environmental Impact Statement. After that, McGean said the bureau will release a record of decision, which is basically a document that approves or

denies the project. “They’re expected to release the record of decision in the mid- to latethird quarter of 2024,” McGean said. “Once issued, the city will need to determine if we accept that decision or file suit against BOEM.” He said city staff are preparing for both scenarios, and will discuss more about preparing for filing a lawsuit, if necessary, at a future work session. McGean added that the state Legislature will likely be pushing to increase funding for offshore wind projects this year. “We will be monitoring, obviously, any development and opposing anything like that in the upcoming legislative session,” he said. McGean also gave an update on Ørsted’s Skipjack project, which is proposed off the coast of Delaware. The project hit a setback and will likely not happen for at least two years now, he said. In response to the report, Meehan reiterated the city’s objection to the US Wind project. He said it has been al-

American Clean Power. “The goal of my new REA organization is to create a larger ‘tent,’ and I have worked with state energy alliances to get more stakeholders into the room. It is about collaborating.” “Folks can be siphoned off into their own worlds, and we want to bring folks to the table,” added Johnson. “It is very holistic work. If you are doing wind, you are likely doing solar. And if you are doing transmission, you will also need to think about overall transportation issues.” State officials estimated that the energy credits would be valued at $76 million over the lives of the MarWin and Momentum wind farms. If U.S. Wind fails to its meet minimum power requirements over the course of two years, it may be required to buy the energy credits and transfer them to Delaware, according to the term sheet. The company announced negotiations with Gov. John Carney earlier in

December, which includes a lease price of $340,000 per year for the onshoring location at 3R’s beach in North Bethany. The deal also includes energy credits for Delaware and workforce training for clean energy jobs of the future.

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Millsboro man arrested on gun, drug charges Samaritan Thrift Delaware State Police arrested a 38year-old Millsboro-area man on felony guns and drug charges following a DUI investigation that occurred on Saturday evening in Millsboro. According to the DSP, on Dec. 23, around 5:17 p.m., a DSP trooper on patrol observed a white Chevrolet Colorado with Delaware registration traveling in the area of Indian Mission Road and John J. Williams Highway near Millsboro. The Chevrolet was reported to have committed multiple traffic violations that endangered the safety of surrounding vehicles and property, police said. The trooper conducted a traffic stop and made contact with the driver, identified as Bradley Schneider, 38, of Millsboro. During the stop, police said, the trooper observed a firearm and suspected drug paraphernalia in plain view

inside the truck. After Schneider was removed from the truck, troopers said, they observed signs of impairment, and Schneider was taken into custody. A search of Schneider’s person and the truck led to the discovSchneider ery of: seven baggies containing suspected heroin, from Schneider’s person; numerous empty baggies, in the driver’s side door and center console; a cut plastic straw with a white powder residue, in the center console; a glass bong; a digital scale; a loaded rifle with the serial number obliterated; a loaded revolver; and multiple rounds of ammunition.

According to the DSP, a computer inquiry revealed Schneider is a convicted felon and prohibited from possessing firearms or ammunition. Schneider was taken to DSP Troop 4, where he was charged with Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Felony (a felony); two felony counts of Possession of a Firearm by a Person Prohibited who Possesses a Controlled Substance; Possession of a Weapon with a Removed, Obliterated, or Altered Serial Number (a felony); Possession of a Firearm while Under the Influence; Possession of a Controlled Substance; four counts of Possession of Drug Paraphernalia; Driving Under the Influence of Drug; and additional traffic violations. He was committed to Sussex Correctional Institution on a $112,640 cash bond.

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makes big donation to food banks By Susan Canfora Staff Reporter Officials from Samaritan Thrift Store in Selbyville distributed checks totaling $135,000 to food banks in Sussex County and in Wicomico County, Md., during a Dec. 5 luncheon at The Cottage Café in Bethany Beach. About a dozen food banks received checks, according to Pat Plocek, who said $1.5 million has been donated during the past 20 years. Donated funds are used to feed thousands who visit food banks, said Plocek, adding, “There is even a greater need now than there was five years ago, so every year when we donate, we have added new pantries.” “Supporting food pantries is our sole purpose. We don’t give to anything else, except to food pantries. For Home of the Brave Foundation in Milford, for veterans, we get from them what they are projecting for their food costs, and we provide that for them, for the veterans who stay there,” Plocek said. Funds come from sales at the thrift store, described by Plocek as similar to a department store, with a variety of items for sale, including housewares, hardware, sporting goods, furniture and clothing.

Ocean City Continued from page 5 most seven years since it was first introduced, and officials have been fighting it ever since. “Seven years is a long time,” he said. “We tried to approach this many different ways to protect to the Town of Ocean City, our future, our viewshed, our economy. The door has been closed in our face at every single governmental level.” City officials have said that they do not oppose wind energy as a whole, but do not want to see the turbines off the coast. US Wind’s proposed project consists of three phases. Two of which, MarWin and Momentum Wind, already have offshore renewable energy certificates from the State of Maryland. According to BOEM, the proposal for all three phases includes installation of up to 121 turbines, up to four offshore substation platforms, one meteorological tower, and up to four offshore export cable corridors with landfall planned within Delaware Seashore State Park. The lease area is about 8.7 nautical miles offshore Maryland and roughly 9 nautical miles from Sussex County, Delaware.

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Shorebirds player, manager Minor passes at 49 By Susan Canfora Staff Reporter The community is remembering former Delmarva Shorebirds manager and pro baseball player Ryan Minor as the man who replaced Baltimore Orioles player Cal Ripken Jr. after a friendly exchange, and as a dedicated husband and father. Minor died on Friday, Dec. 22, from Stage 4 colon cancer. He was 49. “Oh, he was great. He always had a great personal interaction with the fans. He always wanted to make sure everybody was having a good time when they came to the ballpark,” Delmarva Shorebirds General Manager Chris Bitters told the Coastal Point this week. “There were always a lot of autograph requests for Ryan, and he was always outgoing and willing to sign those autographs. Our local fans really enjoyed it, because you’d go to Walmart during the day and see him walking

Delaware Medicaid to receive $7.6M in Christiana settlement Delaware Attorney General Kathy Jennings announced Friday, Dec. 22, that Delaware’s Medicaid program would receive $7,666,379 following a settlement that would resolve federal False Claims Act (FCA) and Delaware False Claims & Reporting Act (DFCRA) allegations against Christiana Care Health System (CCHS). The case, which was initiated by a whistleblower, alleges that CHSS provided free or below-market value support services to non-employee doctors, who then referred patients to CHSS. Those referrals allegedly, in turn, led to CHSS billing Medicaid. State and federal authorities maintain that the providing of those free or below-market value support services induced referrals in violation of Delaware’s Patient Brokering & AntiKickback laws. If the inducements were unlawful, any resulting billing to Medicaid is deemed a false (fraudulent) claim, and thus illegal under the FCA and DFCRA. “Kickbacks harm us all by inducing improper billing to the State’s Medicaid program,” Jennings said. “The Delaware Department of Justice will continue to protect our state’s healthcare programs from fraud.” The settlement resolves allegations that CHSS submitted, or caused the submission of, false claims to Medicaid by providing support services (including CHSS nurse practitioners, hospitalists, and physician assistants) to non-CHSS See SETTLEMENT page 8

around with his family, then he’d be at the ballpark at night,” Bitters said. Minor and his wife, Allyson, had two daughters, Reagan and Finley, and he enjoyed spending time with them, Bitters said. “When I first got to know the family, Finley wasn’t born yet. It was just Reagan at the time. When he wasn’t here, his focus was spending time with his daughters during the baseball season. You know, six months of the time you are at the ballpark all day, all night, so in the off-season he wanted to be sure he spent time with his daughters,” said Bitters, who knew Minor most of the 17 years he had been with the Shorebirds. “Ryan and his family were tremendous assets to the Shorebirds. He was a coach and player and manager and a member of our community. Ryan made

Salisbury his home after he met Allyson,” Bitters said. Minor played for the Shorebirds in 1997, hitting 24 home runs and batting .307. He managed the Shorebirds from 2010 to 2012, then again from 2014 to 2017. Minor was drafted by the Baltimore Orioles in the 1996 draft, out of the University of Oklahoma, “where he was a two-sport star in both baseball and basketball,” according to information provided by the Delmarva Shorebirds. “He then made his Major League debut with the Orioles in 1998. The team won their first-ever South Atlantic League Championship on Delmarva in 1997, when Minor set multiple singleseason records that still stand,” they stated. He also played basketball for the

Oklahoma Sooners before being drafted by the Orioles. Stephen Heckman, writing on the Facebook page Minor League Baseball Fans, remembered Minor, writing, “Sept. 13, 1998, will forever be remembered as the day Ripken Jr. took the day off. Not only that, but it was also the same day Minor would make his Major League debut. Heckman recalled Minor looking at Ripken and saying, “Thanks for the opportunity,” and Ripken replying, “Go get ’em.” After Minor’s death, Ripken tweeted, “Ryan and I shared a wonderful moment, and I’ll always remember him as a friend and a terrific teammate. He made a positive impact on everyone who knew him. His family is in my thoughts at this very difficult time.”

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Osher offering in-person and virtual learning The community is being invited to learn all about the University of Delaware’s Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) by attending an open house in Lewes ( Jan. 8), Wilmington ( Jan. 9), Ocean View ( Jan. 10) or Dover ( Jan. 11), and by participating in free online classes Jan. 16-26. A volunteer-driven learning cooperative for adults ages 50 or older, with more than 2,000 members, UD OLLI holds classes throughout Delaware and online, featuring a variety of learning and social opportunities with no exams or grades.

Open houses provide up-close look at OLLI While touring classrooms and enjoying refreshments, guests at the open houses will have the opportunity to

meet volunteers and fellow OLLI participants, and pick up a course catalog. In-person registration will be available. The open houses take place 10 a.m. to noon at OLLI’s primary classroom locations, locally at Ocean View Community Center, 32 West Ave.

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Expand knowledge in ‘January Explorations’ online mini-classes OLLI’s free “January Explorations” online mini-courses, Jan. 16-26, feature a variety of topics, including the JFK assassination, Emily Dickenson’s poetry, bird nest monitoring, James Bond, solar eclipses, end-of-life care and more. Prior OLLI membership or participation is not required. For more information or to RSVP, https://www.olli.udel.edu/january/.

With volunteer instructors at the heart of the OLLI program, the expertise from their professional careers, educational backgrounds, avocations and passions provide the source material for the breadth and depth of OLLI’s class offerings. Spring highlights include: • Offered in Lewes, Ocean View and online, Artificial Intelligence and the News Media is presented by former CNN journalist Ralph Begleiter of Ocean View and explores effects of artificial intelligence on how news is gathered, presented and consumed, and possibly manipulated, and touches on how world affairs could be affected by AI-prompted changes in journalism. • Offered in Ocean View, Pacific Island Dance is taught by OLLI volunteer

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OLLI spring classes start Feb. 5 OLLI’s spring semester kicks off on Feb. 5 with 13-week, 11-week and fiveweek sessions. A second five-week session starts April 1. To register for OLLI classes, participants sign up for OLLI membership with a flat membership fee of $260 for the semester, which includes unlimited classes and activities at all UD OLLI locations and online. A few classes may have an additional fee, noted in the course description, for supplies or special partnership programs. There is no cost for parking at UD OLLI locations. Delaware residence or prior OLLI membership is not required, and need-based financial assistance is available. For more information, visit http://www.olli.udel.edu/.

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physicians at no cost or below fair market value. The alleged false claims occurred between April 1, 2011, and Sept. 30, 2013, with respect to the CHSS neonatology department, and between April 1, 2011, and April 14, 2017, with respect to CHSS’s cardiovascular surgery, urology, neurosurgery, and ear, nose and throat departments. The settlement arose from a “qui tam” action originally filed in April of 2017 in the United States District Court for the District of Delaware. (“Qui tam” lawsuits allow a private individual to prosecute or aid in prosecution of a lawsuit for the government and receive a reward from damages assessed by the courts.) The Attorney General’s Medicaid Fraud Control Unit receives 75 percent of its funding from the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services under a grant award totaling $2,184,000 for the 2024 federal fiscal year. The remaining 25 percent, totaling $727,996 for the 2023 fiscal year, is funded by the State of Delaware. This case was handled for the DOJ by Deputy Attorneys General Ed Black and Stephen McDonald, with support from Legal Administrative Specialists Maria Smigel and Candice Sullivan, all of the Fraud & Consumer Protection Unit’s Medicaid Fraud Control Unit.

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Squash Blossom MX honors food, family By Susan Canfora Staff Reporter So sophisticated is Lorena Trinidad’s culinary ability that if she takes a bite of a dish, she can “feel the ingredients in my mouth.” “I can come up with a recipe just by tasting it,” she said, calling the talent “kind of weird” — yet it’s a key ingredient of her success with Squash Blossom MX, a food truck and catering service. “They were born from my love for Mexican cooking. COVID-19 hit me hard, and it changed my life for two tough years. Battling depression, I found support in my husband and kids. Despite the challenges, I turned to my love for cooking, giving rise to Squash Blossom MX with Mexican cuisine, a blend of my passion for food and family,” said Trinidad, a Mexico City native who has been in the United States for more than 30 years. Trinidad — whose husband, Bersain Santos, works in construction but who also helps her with the food truck — lives in Selbyville and has three children, Kimberly, Ashley and Bradley, and two granddaughters, Avianna and Aubriella. As to the food truck’s name — the words “flor de calabaza” (Spanish for “squash blossom”) represent her favorite ingredients used in ancient Mexican recipes, she said. She has cooked the delicate blossoms of squash plants but doesn’t offer them on the truck because they are too expensive. “But they are my inspiration,” she said. Trinidad taught herself how to cook without referring to recipe books. “I just figured it out. It came from my country. In Mexico, we use meat like once a week, and mostly we have platters with lots of vegetables,” she said. “It’s all about Mexican vegetarian and plant-based dishes rooted in tradition,” she added, explaining that she’s had the truck two years. “I always loved food. I always cook for my friends, and I care for all my friends and family, and I always think food is my major thing. I worked for a restaurant, like, three years, and before that, I was a hair dresser. I always catered my friends’ parties and family parties,” she said. Anyone interested in the trying her recipes or having her cater an event can reach her at (302) 519-3911 or e-mail her at blossomcdmx23@gmail.com. Prices for items range from $15 to $25. “The menu is very varied, and it depends where I’m going. Lunch is very affordable, and it includes rice, beans and protein or vegetables, depending on what is in-season. Tacos come with salsa and cilantro and onions, and some of them come with sour cream. Everybody gets what they pay for, and everything is going to be fresh.

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Lorena Trinidad of Selbyville operate Squash Blossom, a Mexican food truck and catering service that emphasizes Trinidad’s love of Mexican cuisine and vegetable-based options.

“The Mexican culture comes from the earth,” Trinidad explained. “When you cook, it’s more earthy, more vegetables. I can cook everything, but it all depends on different type of people I am cooking for. If people are more into healthy foods or meat or they really want to taste like an authentic meal, I can give them that. I don’t use any preservatives. Everything is all-natural. It depends on the people.” “For vegetarian tacos, I use mushrooms, and I use differ types of herbs and flowers. I love meat, but I grew up doing a lot of different things with foods. I make vegetarian chorizo sausage with a base of mushrooms, and I use all the flavors, a lot of herbs. What I use, a lot of things are from the earth,” she said.

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Met Opera star sings carols at Christmas Masses Turi brings his talent to Bethany Beach Coastal Point • Mike Smith

By Mike Smith Staff Reporter Christmas in the St. Ann Catholic Parish community was heralded by more than angels and archangels. The local Catholic churches, including St. Ann in Bethany Beach and Our Lady of Guadulupe (OLG) Mission Church in Frankford, were gifted with a singer who recently retired from nearly three decades of singing and touring with the Metropolitan Opera in New York. Joseph Turi, 55, is now retired and living in Lewes. He was called to sing at Christmas Masses at both locations by St. Ann Musical Director Ed Shipley. Turi sang “Silent Night,” “Ave Maria,” “Hark the Herald Angels Sing” and other Christmas religious selections in his bass-baritone singing voice. “I started at the Metropolitan Opera House in 1995 and finished last year, so that was over 26 years, singing at the Met and touring internationally,” said Turi. A bass-baritone is a voice that has the resonant low notes of the typical bass aligned with the ability to sing in a baritonal tessitura. Colloquially, it refers to a voice with a range and tone somewhere between a bass and a baritone, according to musical definitions. “I study privately, to this day, with my voice teacher, Carol Yahr, and she is located in New York City,” said Turi. “I studied history and music at the College of William & Mary and would sing in chamber music groups at churches or in small choruses in the historic village,” he noted. “It is a pleasure to be here at Our Lady of Guadalupe, and I have to run to make it over to St. Ann and sing on time,” said Turi after his early performance at the Frankford church. He served as a cantor at all Masses, including the 9 a.m. at OLG in Frank-

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ford, followed quickly by the 10:30 a.m. Christmas-morning Mass at St. Ann in Bethany Beach. He filled the churches with his bass-baritone, including leading the congregation in hymns and reciting the call-and-response of the Psalms. The Rev. John Klevence, pastor of St. Ann parish, said the guest singer from the Met was the idea of the musical director and choir leader. “Ed Shipley was able to arrange for Joseph Turi to join us and sing at our celebration of the Mass,” said Klevence. “He does a fantastic job.” “It is certainly apparent to all of us that Joe has a magnificent voice, but also is possessed with a classically trained voice which means a great deal,” said Klevence. “Joseph sang in New York with the Met before COVID-19, a pandemic which sort of advanced his retirement to our area.” “I was delighted that Joseph joined me for the celebration of the 10:30 a.m. Mass here at St. Ann,” said the priest. “I hope that all of your Coastal Point readers had a joy-filled Christmas this week,” added Klevence. “We do need to remember that Christmas is not just one day. There is more to our Christmas season. And even more than a season, Christmas is about a way of life.” “We are following now in the footsteps of Jesus Christ, and all must live out our Christian faith to the best of our ability,” said the parish priest.

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Thank you — all of you — for your support As we reach the end of 2023 with a keen eye on what’s ahead in 2024, we wanted to take a moment and thank all of you for your support once again. It is an understatement of extreme proportions to tell you that we enjoy covering this area. On the news side of things, this is an interesting community to document, as the influx of new people to a region that has been built on the backs and efforts of a proud local population has significantly altered the basic DNA of the area’s demographics.There is still a rural presence that continues to hang on, and often flourish, even as development has brought more concrete to an ever-changing landscape. And, on the personal side of things, many of us enjoy working here because we enjoy living here. Like many of you, we love having water in every direction; lush farms and the produce and farmers’markets that benefit from those farms; a unique mixture of people with differ-

ent backgrounds to get to know; good schools; and a business community that truly enjoys giving back through donations and events that draw people to our little oasis during the once-thought-of “offseason.” But we only get to enjoy living and working here because of you. While many other markets have seen their community newspapers slink into the shadows, you continue to guide us with your light, through reading, participating, advertising and just generally supporting. And we are eternally grateful. We look forward to adding new services to the product we deliver this community and can’t wait to involve you in some of these new efforts.To serve the community, you must have the support of the community, and each of us thank you for that continued support.

A small stroll back through the events of 2023 Perhaps there’s no greater mental and emotional cleanser than the dawn of a new year. As a species, we see the new calendar as tabula rasa — a clean slate, if you will. Gone are the poor eating habits, sloppy homework efforts, lack of exercise and all of the other regrettable things we “put on film” throughout the year, as a new year means a new start. It is the time for resolutions, the implementation of new ideas and a few dozen self-imposed slaps to the forehead as we continue to write the wrong Darin J. McCann year on our checks and assignments for the next seven months. But before we all turn the collective page and start anew on a brand-spanking-new year, let’s take a walk back through the last 12 months in our community and give 2023 one final look. As always, there will be stuff I miss, stuff I didn’t feel like getting into all over again and stuff that, well, I just didn’t find all that interesting. Also, there was a ton of wind-power stuff going on all year, and I’m still not entirely sure where everything stands there, and it might have changed again since I began this sentence, so that won’t get a ton of play here. We’ll continue to let staff reporter Mike Smith wrestle with that one. Regardless, here is what stood out to one incredibly handsome bald guy in 2023: January gets the first at-bat of every year, and the opening of the new Howard T. Ennis School embodied that as well as anything. Millsboro police found a dead man in their parking lot (later determined to be a suicide), Frankford began moving forward on two annexation requests that would double the amount of homes in the town and Ocean View Town Clerk Donna Schwartz earned a Master Clerk designation — a pretty big deal. The Nanticoke Indian Tribe named Avery “Leaving Tracks” Johnson as its new chief, and Fenwick Island officials held a hearing on proposed parking changes that would stir up the business community. The Fire & Ice Festival, spearheaded by the Bethany-Fenwick Area Chamber of Commerce, was once again a huge hit, providing a nice little boost to some area businesses while giving the community an infusion of fun during the winter months. On a personal note, my resolutions to lose weight (fail), get in shape (fail), grow hair (fail) and stop writing formulaic columns (fail, obviously) got off to a rousing start.

February is short on days, but long on news in 2023. Selbyville Public Library officials added more parking to their ambitious expansion plans; the Frankford Volunteer Fire Company held its popular bull and oyster roast; and the beautiful and inspiring Night to Shine event took the spotlight at Ocean View Church of Christ. There was a daring rescue of a man who was trapped in 8 feet of wet, heavy sand at Atlantic Concrete; and Barn Hill Animal Preserve saw heavy damage from a fire. Another fire took the home of an Ocean View couple who are in their 80s; and a man doing target practice with a firearm near Selbyville Middle School sent the worst kind of shivers down people’s backs as police (and reporters) responded to the scene for what was being called “a gun incident at the middle school.” The folks at the Freeman Arts Pavilion announced their summer slate of entertainment; and Fenwick Island had some sidewalk expansion, thanks to a partnership with the business community. In my world, well... I giggled at my friends who are Philadelphia Eagles fans as their team lost the Super Bowl. “Petty” always has a home with me, folks. Who’s ready for March? I’m just going to go ahead and pretend that all of you answered quite enthusiastically, and we’ll go from there. March of 2023 saw one of my favorite stories we’ve covered since starting this paper nearly 20 years ago — Robert Wisgirda and Barbara Ryer tied in their election to fill a seat on the Millville Town Council. Not wanting to put the town through the aggravation and expense of another election, the two decided to settle the matter once and for all with the flip of a coin. Wisgirda won, but it felt like the town as a whole did, thanks to the pair’s selflessness. Frankford council members voted to add a second full-time officer to their police department; a Millsboro officer was suspended for allegedly mishandling fentanyl in the department’s evidence cache; and a Selbyville officer was assaulted in the department’s parking lot. Millsboro saw a ground-breaking celebration for the town’s bypass project, and Selbyville saw big changes in their leadership as longtime mayor Clifton Murray and council members Frank White and Bud Tingle departed after decades of service to the town. In my own little life, I celebrated both St. Patrick’s Day and much of “March

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Review Continued from page 13 Madness.” In a somewhat-related topic, I ingested roughly 75 percent of my year’s intake of aspirin the day after St. Patrick’s Day. April showers bring May flowers, but in 2023, it also brought news that iconic Fisher’s Popcorn had plans to build a manufacturing and wholesale facility in Roxana. Former Realtor Michael McDowell pleaded No Contest to child sex offenses; and John Reddington was reelected to serve as Ocean View’s mayor. Rodney Layfield announced he would not seek re-election to the Indian River School District school board. On the personal side of things, I took my family to the Outer Banks for vacation and was reminded once again that there are no lazy days that don’t cost you any money when you have an 8-year-old in tow. May kind of jumpstarts the summer season around here, and it was announced that a legendary summer fixture in Fenwick Island, the Dairy Queen, would be demolished to make way for a Surf Bagel. In a month of honoring veterans lost, the Ocean View VFW unveiled its memorial park, and the Bethany Beach boardwalk hosted a stirring Memorial Day service in the rain. Brad Cordrey announced that he would be leaving Millsboro Town Council due to moving, and South Bethany celebrated a ribbon-cutting for

the renovations on its town hall building. Ocean View Police Department Cpl. Brian Caselli was chosen as Torch Runner of the Year by Law Enforcement Torch Run for Southern Delaware; and longtime local educator Ivan Neal won the District 2 seat on the Indian River School District school board. The school district also announced it would allocate $2.8 million to focus on putting phonics back in a prominent position in the classroom; and Fenwick Island officials told Police Chief John Devlin he would not have his contract picked up when it expired, after 23 years in the department — the last three as chief. In my world, I decided to battle my closet, find my old Speedo and take a quick look in the mirror to see if my beach body was ready for unveiling. I quickly took off said Speedo and burned it while eating a package of Oreos. June brings graduations and hope for the future for graduates across these fruited plains. It also brought news that Dagsboro’s Emily Beale won the Miss Delaware pageant, and the Selbyville Volunteer Fire Company began discussing how to celebrate 100 years of serving the people of its community. Selbyville officials announced they would be holding a Trunk or Treat event to replace the town’s Halloween parade, and Millsboro council members voted to rent the former Greater Millsboro Art League building to the Millsboro Chamber of Commerce. Bethany Beach

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officials had to reluctantly move their popular July 4 fireworks show to Labor Day because of beach erosion and dredging scheduling, and Fenwick’s Devlin hired a lawyer to fight for his job as police chief. Indian River School District officials reported that 23 percent of students seek mental health services, and newcomers Marty Presley and Matthew Davis were voted to replace mayor Faye Lingo and council member Larry Gum in Millsboro. In the life of Darin, I got a reminder of how reliant I have become on air conditioning when mine broke. If anybody’s listening, I get it. No further lessons required. July means fireworks (well, usually), and this year a lot of the fireworks were in Fenwick Island, between the parking regulations, the decision not to bring back the chief, the subsequent accusations by the former chief against the mayor for allegedly unlawfully accessing the police department... and so on. But there were plenty of smiles going around in July when the Town announced they had hired Michael Morrissey to serve as its new chief, and the celebration the Town threw to celebrate 70 years of incorporation. Some local towns began crafting laws to prevent cannabis-related businesses inside their town limits after state officials passed a law legalizing and regulating the recreational sale of marijuana; members of Mariners in Ocean View voted to become a Global Methodist church after leaving the United Methodist faction;

and the Beach & Bay Cottage Tour once again delighted tour-goers and helped out the Friends of the South Coastal Library, which, obviously, helps out the library. I decided to take my daughter on a nice little father-daughter stroll through James Farm, only to stumble across a Roman orgy of horseshoe crabs mating on the beach, leading to a bunch of uncomfortable questions from my kid, and some very irritatedlooking horseshoe crabs as we cramped their style. August is one of my favorite months of the year, as it features baseball, my birthday, my wife’s birthday, our publisher’s birthday and the Senior League Softball World Series in Roxana. It would be difficult for the 2022 version of that tournament to be topped, as a local team qualified that year for the first time and made it all the way to the championship game; but it was pretty darn special, as the local girls qualified for the Series once again. In Fenwick, the temperature of the Town was taken in the form of an election, and it favored the incumbents, as Kurt Zanelotti, Janice Bortner, Jacqueline Napolitano and Mayor Natalie Magdeburger all kept their seats. DelDOT officials held a workshop in Roxana to discuss their plans for a new Route 54 bridge, and the Bethany-Fenwick Area Chamber of Commerce celebrated the heroics and honor shown by our area

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Review Continued from page 14 lifeguards over the summer months. I went to training camp to watch the Baltimore Ravens practice and came away with two thoughts: the team looked like a serious contender for the coming season, and there isn’t a deodorant strong enough for me to stand outside in the dog days of summer in Baltimore without smelling like what I imagine a disease-ridden... you know what? Let’s not do this. Suffice it to say I was not so fresh. September sees school buses on every street, and lifeguard chairs beginning to sit empty throughout the week. This September saw the return of Warrior Family Beach Week, sponsored by one of my favorite organizations in this community, Operation SEAs the Day. There was also the popular Bethany Beach Boardwalk Arts Festival and Nanticoke Indian Powwow, locking down September as the start of “the shoulder season.” Incumbents Jerry Morris and Patrick Shelpee joined newcomer Theresa Keil in winning seats on the Bethany Beach Town Council, and Indian River High School graduate and current Lt. Gov. Bethany Hall-Long announced she would be throwing her hat into the proverbial ring for the next gubernatorial election. Millsboro joined the list of towns forming a plan to keep cannabis-related businesses out of town limits, and Bethany Beach Books was able to get international best-selling authors James Patterson and Mike Lupica to come to Delmarva to talk about their latest book, “12 Months to Live.” Lord Baltimore Elementary School was honored as a Blue Ribbon School again — the second time the Ocean View school has earned this prestigious national recognition. On the personal side of things, I had the opportunity to try to play traffic cop to the two big-personality writers, marking a highlight of my professional life. Oh, and I found a blue sock I had been looking for since about 2007. Of course, I then discovered I had lost the other one that had been sitting in my drawer alone, lo these many years. It reminded me of that Tom Hanks movie “Cast Away,” when he came home from the island only to find his wife had presumed him dead and... But I digress. October saw the Selbyville Volunteer Fire Company celebrate their 100th birthday, and celebration also hit some family’s home as someone won $1 million from the Powerball drawing with a ticket purchased at Millville’s Giant store. Ocean View solidified their code against cannabis-related businesses operating in town; and the Bureau of Ocean Management opened up the public-comment period regarding ocean wind farms. A vehicle was driven into Fenwick Island’s Southern Exposure store, causing multiple injuries, but thankfully nothing fatal or too life-altering; and Ocean View officials started talking about how they would celebrate the Town’s 135th birthday in 2024.

Coastal Point Millsboro council members started discussing the idea of voting districts; and an innocent 21-year-old Milford woman was killed by a shooting in a parking lot in Selbyville, following a Halloween party. Another innocent woman was also injured in that shooting, according to police. I closed out the month by taking my daughter to a trunk-or-treat. And a Halloween parade. And another trunk-or-treat. And a couple of town Halloween festivals. And regular trick-or-treating. I also gained 92 pounds over the course of those two weeks and decided that I would never eat so much in a month as long as I shall live. Which brings us to November. You know, the month of Thanksgiving. Locally, November saw the Center for the Inland Bays, Delaware Sea Grant and the Delaware Aquaculture Association host a symposium to try to enhance the oyster farming industry in the state, and we saw veterans be honored

in any number of celebrations honoring Veterans Day and the Marine Corps birthday. South Bethany officials voted to limit the number of homeowner parking passes to two, and Phillip C. Showell Elementary School was honored by the state for the drastic improvement its students showed in state testing. Remember how I said I would never eat as much again as I did in October? Do you also remember how I then transitioned into November being the month of Thanksgiving? Anyone have any idea how that went for me? Also, on a somewhat-related topic, is it hard to add elastic to the waist of a pair of pants — or every pair of pants? December is a magical time of the year, celebrating important days of religious remembrance across the gamut of faiths, and seeing our young people enjoy the holidays with fresh eyes and sparkles in their eyes. Many in the community got an early present when it was

confirmed by DNREC that they would be starting dredging projects at White Creek in early 2024, and South Bethany appointed Bob Shields to a seat on its council. A special election for Ruth Briggs King’s 37th District representative seat saw Valerie Jones Giltner come out ahead, and South Bethany police welcomed Cliff Ader as its public information officer. Millsboro voted to offer sign-on bonuses for new officers to replenish its ranks, and the Fenwick Island Town Council approved the final draft of its updated comprehensive plan. As far as what else happened? Read the paper. It’s in your hand or on your screen right now. There’s stuff in this very issue. On the personal side, I plan to eat cold cereal and dog food the next three months after my Christmas expenses piled up so spectacularly, and I look forward to a huge pile of resolutions to get 2024 going in the right direction. How in the world is it already 2024?

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Guest Columns BBLA marking 55 years of service in 2024 By Mary Louise Embrey Director of Communications and Advocacy, BBLA The Bethany Beach Landowners Association (presently known as BBLA) was created in 1969 on the premise that the property owners in Bethany Beach needed a representative to defend their interests related to local, state and even federal issues. Some 55 years later, BBLA has approximately 1,200 members, strong area partnerships and a growing number of business affiliates, and is a well-known fixture on the local and regional scene. The current BBLA fulfills its mission in

three main categories: Communicates — Advocates — Donates. When created back in 1969, BBLA’s governing documents stated the organization’s founding mission was to carry on charitable, educational and civic works for the improvement of Bethany Beach. In 2024, this charge remains the central mission of BBLA, even if the issues and the means to confront those issues have evolved. Today’s BBLA regularly communicates with its membership about developments that affect members through electronic means and via social media, and also sponsors in-person events for its members. These initiatives provide

property owners with an important and convenient way to stay informed. In recent years, BBLA has expanded its advocacy role to meet the complicated and growing concerns that relate to growth, flooding and safety issues. BBLA believes those issues affect both cultural and economic risks that confront Bethany Beach property owners. BBLA regularly works with community leaders and elected leaders of the Town of Bethany Beach, the Sussex County Council and federal officials as an advocate on issues vital to Bethany Beach. Since many of these issues are regional in scope, BBLA also has expanded its efforts to connect with partners and offi-

cials at the county and state levels, including neighboring property owner associations and regional advocacy groups. Ron Dobes, the BBLA president, recognizes the much-needed expansion of BBLA’s role. Mr. Dobes notes, “Daily life in Bethany Beach requires our residents to deal with climate and safety risks and related concerns connected to a changing world and to unrestrained growth. While not unique to Bethany Beach, our residents are impacted on an almost daily basis. In this regard, our dual roles within BBLA are to ensure See BBLA page 18

Hardiman offers thoughts on New Year’s resolutions By Jerry Hardiman Special to the Coastal Point A few years ago, I asked some friends at a New Year’s Eve party if they had any resolutions for the coming year. There were a couple of unsurprising resolutions for weight loss and exercise. A couple didn’t make them anymore be-

cause their resolve usually didn’t last past February. One cheerful and optimistic celebrant, coming off the injured list after knee replacement, resolved to play golf again — not improve his game, just hopeful to play again. And the consensus of one small party-focused group seemed to be that having achieved “perfection” (under a generous definition of

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why you need to. My attitude has been that you should just try to do your best every day. Like the father advised his children: “Always give 100 percent in everything you do. Except when donating blood.” But based on something I recently read, there may be a more fundamental reason for resolutions. Not just temporary improvement goals, good as they might be, but trying to be the person we’re meant to be. Coincidentally, although I was never a fan of David Bowie, having once been dragooned into taking one of my daughters and two of her friends to a hearing-loss Bowie concert, he actually said it better: “Aging is the extraordinary process whereby you become the person that See HARDIMAN page 20

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YMCA offers tips for a healthier 2024 By Aaron Cheslock, Digital Content & Communications Director YMCA of Delaware The YMCA of Delaware is dedicated to creating healthier communities and improving the health and well-being of every individual and family they serve. As we head into the new year, now is a great time to examine your current habits. Are they all healthy? If not, how can they be tweaked, even if just a little, to be healthier? We’re happy to share the tips below to help ensure your 2024 is off to a great start! (1) Stop hitting snooze. Snooze, sleep, repeat. Studies have shown that the fight against getting out of bed as soon as your alarm goes off has a neg-

ative effect on your health. Instead of reaching for that snooze button, let’s make it a habit to get up and get a productive start to your day. Y Tip — Try placing your phone or alarm clock on the other side of the room before you go to bed at night. You will physically have to get out of bed to turn off your alarm, meaning you are already in an upright position once you turn that pesky alarm off. Plus, putting a pause on snooze gives you more time to enjoy a longer morning routine, which could consist of healthy habits like exercise or mindfulness activities. This could even make extra time for an early morning sweat session at the Y! (2) Skip the sugar. We get it — that caffeinated soft drink or large

sugar-filled latte sure sounds like a good pick-me-up when the mid-afternoon slump rolls around. However, cutting out these sweet treats and replacing them with water can do wonders for your daily sugar and calorie intake. When this happens, you lower your chances of weight gain and serious health issues like high blood pressure. Take the plunge and swap those sugary beverages for water. Y Tip — Try adding fruit to your water if you’re missing the sweetness of sugary drinks. It will add a hint of flavor without any added sugar. Strawberries, lemons and cucumbers are some examples of fun additions to make your water more flavorful. Get creative! (3) Find new moves. If you are

starting to dread your workouts, then maybe it’s time to switch them up. Getting stuck in a workout rut can lead you to plateauing or quitting. If you’re starting to roll your eyes at the thought of lacing up your sneakers, try a new group exercise class or workout format. Y Tip — Did you know that the YMCA of Delaware has dozens of group exercise classes to choose from? From low-impact to HIIT offerings, check out our group exercise calendar or meet with one of our certified trainers to explore your options. Go with a format you’ve never tried before or that you’re not familiar with – you just may find your new favorite

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Continued from page 16 that residents are aware of these risks and to work with government officials in whatever ways are possible to assist those officials in focusing on them adequately and efficiently. We are very gratified by the efforts of our governmental partners, including their willingness to collaborate with us, to address these risks, and we thank them for their diligence.” Even as its advocacy role has expanded, BBLA has never forgotten that one of its mission’s vital components is to address charitable concerns that affect the Bethany Beach community. On an annual basis, BBLA makes contributions to support both charitable organizations and civic organizations that serve or promote the common good and interests of the Bethany Beach community. Recently, BBLA decided to expand its partnership relations to local business within the Town of Bethany Beach. Realizing the businesses have to deal with the same flooding, growth and safety issues confronting our property owners, BBLA has created a Business Affiliate category. BBLA can now work together

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Sussex Tech teachers earn certification Sussex Technical High School recently announced that Dr. Meghan Feliciani and Mrs. Kathy Kay, both English teachers, have earned National Board Certification. National Board certification is a voluntary, advanced teaching creden-

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your phone before snoozing can have negative effects on your quality of sleep. Since we know sleep is just as important for your health as any other activity, we suggest powering down your device and allowing the sandman

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the U.S. Army motto: “Be all you can be.” That was something every soldier could understand and work at. Then they changed the motto to: “Army strong.” What does that mean?

Weightlifting? Maybe the geniuses in the Pentagon can explain it. Sorry. I got off track. Back to resolutions. All that led me to make a stress-free resolution for 2024: To pay more careful

attention to thanking those working in stores, restaurants and public service — even those standing by to help at the self-checkout. We’ve all seen how they’re sometimes treated with rudeness or just taken for granted. I’m going to try to balance the scales a little bit with my modest efforts. When I think about the demands of their jobs — serving, helping and making things better, even safer, for others — it just seems like the right and just thing to do. My wife, Rosemary, is my role model in this. She always makes sure everyone is respected and appreciated for a job well done. One time, before she was on town council, Rosemary wrote a note of appreciation to the town manager commending a Town employee who had come out on a miserable freezing winter weekend to fix and follow-up on a broken pipe and flooding problem on the property of a neighbor who lived elsewhere. That wonderful employee later came by to thank Rosemary for the note. He said that, in all his 15 years in the job, no one had ever done that for him. Now that’s sad. So, in my self-improvement/fulfillment effort, I’m going to follow Rosemary’s example. We’ll see how it goes. No predictions. As legendary baseball manager Casey Stengel once advised: “Never make predictions, especially about the future.” I’ll just do the best I can and, hopefully, make someone’s day a little brighter. In closing, I want to wish everyone a healthy and very happy 2024. And don’t forget, it’s also a Leap Year, so we get an extra day to be grateful for all our blessings on Feb. 29.

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Is your garden showing winter blahs? By Susu Fiske, Inland Bays Garden Center Special to the Coastal Point Yet another reason to skip fall cleanup: the flowers and grasses that you leave provide architectural interest for you, and feed and provide shelter for wildlife over the winter. If you are like most of us, you bought your plants in the spring and summer, when they are in beautiful full bloom. Then fall and winter come, you realize you have not planned for these non-blooming months and your garden looks desolate. Winter is the time when we need beauty the most, so read on for suggestions to overcome the winter garden blahs. Gardening is an ongoing process, and I can help you plan for your purchases next year with fall and winter in mind. As in the spring and summer, make sure you have layers in your garden. By that, I mean different heights, textures and colors. Things to think about while shopping next year is to balance your perennials with evergreens, such as conifers or wax myrtles, for textural interest, and use hollies that have berries in the winter for added

color. Witch hazel is a plant that blooms in the winter, and birches have the most fabulous bark. Your perennials like black-eyed Susans and coneflower have great structure, providing you leave them untouched over the winter. Another perennial, the Christmas fern, stays green all year round and looks great added to your holiday decorations. Grasses are also a great winter-interest choice, and they come in all sizes and seedheads. You must cut back your non-native grasses, but please leave your native grass alone, as the birds will enjoy their seeds and much of our wildlife use them for cover and nesting materials. Also, native vines, such as lonicera sempervirens or clematis virginiana, look beautiful trailing over your trellis in the winter. When you take into consideration all the seasons in your garden, you will begin to enjoy an everchanging landscape. Building an appealing winter garden empowers your appreciation of your plants in all their different forms of seasonal beauty. As a benefit, you will be helping your native wildlife to continue to exist… and, hopefully, soon

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Restaurant Association welcomes Gardner The Delaware Restaurant Association (DRA) recently welcomed Meghan Gardner as Director of the the Delaware Restaurant Foundation (DRF). Gardner was announced as the new Director of the DRF (formerly the Delaware Restaurant Association Educational Foundation) in late 2023, which serves as the philanthropic arm of the Delaware Restaurant Association (DRA). Under President & CEO Carrie Leishman’s leadership, the DRF remains dedicated to enhancing the industry’s training and education, career opportunities, and community engagement efforts. “Meg’s immense industry experience will be the perfect addition to our leadership team, and comes at a pivotal time for the Association and Foundation as

the entities continue to expand and innovate” said Carrie Leishman, President & CEO, DRA and DRF. “Meg’s impact and relationships throughout the state will allow us to continue to support Delaware’s restaurant industry and workforce with new and exciting initiatives that truly represent advancement opportunities and pathways to success for people of all backgrounds and abilities.” Gardner brings more than 30 years of experience and dedication to Delaware’s hospitality industry, the previous co-owner of the iconic Blue Moon restaurant in Rehoboth Beach and most recently served as the Director of Resource Development with Children’s Beach House in Lewes. Gardner has served as an industry mentor to local ProStart students in statewide and na-

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Patti Grimes, executive director of the Carl M. Freeman and Joshua M. Freeman foundations, and director of the Freeman Arts Pavilion, recently received statewide recognition for her work in promoting the arts and culture in Sussex County and throughout Delaware. Her role in arts education, foundation strategy and advocacy for the community earned Grimes the Delaware Business Times inaugural “Delaware 222 award for the most impactful business leaders in the state” last week. She was distinguished in the arts and entertainment category for her work this year at the Freeman Arts Pavilion, which has had an estimated $75 million economic impact locally. The Freeman Arts in Education program has touched more than 163,000 students in local schools, bringing cultural immersion and arts education to kids who might otherwise not be exposed to them. Grimes has served these organizations for nearly 16 years. “We are so humbled and filled with joy this season,” she said. “It is an award that is representative of my personal style of leadership and a group of people in the community who believe the arts are important here in Sussex County.” The Delaware 222 listing is an honor recognizing Grimes’ business skill in promoting arts and entertainment, with 18 honorees statewide in her category. “It is like a family in the arts and entertainment world,” she said. “I do work closely with these honorees and am pleased to be amongst them. It

makes my heart full. There are so many advocates in the entire state. We all know each other and it’s nice to have that network.” She is also a recipient of the Lighthouse Award from the Bethany-Fenwick Area Chamber of Commerce and the Women in Business award from Delaware Today magazine.

Multitasking and delegating with passion for the arts Because Grimes wears several hats in her executive director roles for both foundations and as the director of the arts pavilion, she must be a multitasker who creates a smart team of individuals. What’s her secret? Instilling a passion for the arts and education work in her team. “Maybe that is my superpower,” said Grimes. “I enjoy being a great generalist who can juggle and delegate, and maybe I see the future and take on these bigger challenges. I work with a great team to bring the future into reality. It lends itself to these areas of focus. I am making Delaware an arts destination.” “We have the regional chambers. We have the tourism council. You must rely on community partners who become ambassadors for your programs and create a better quality of life,” she said of her extended network. “We have to raise funds and make funding the arts a part of the conversation.” “The arts are critically important for the community here,” she said. “We have to be a storyteller and a passionate advocate. That makes it fun for me.” See GRIMES page 31

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Grimes Continued from page 30 These multiple business roles look daunting, but, she said, “I am a passionate leader and try to inspire others to make an impact beyond what one might seem possible. Sixteen or almost 17 years ago now, people would not have envisaged this level of performing arts. We started a social experiment. We decided we were going to see if the community wanted the arts and are they important. They answered, ‘Yes’ and are expecting even more from us.” “I surround myself with great people who are aligned and passionate about the mission. It’s a non-negotiable passion. We want to be our very best and make it happen here. It takes something more. You must bring heart and compassion and the ability to change or turn on a dime.” “This work impacts everyone’s experience,” said Grimes. “That nimbleness comes with the joy of our work. Our volunteers and our vendor partners also share the passion and show up and show out every single night.” “We also have a visionary board of directors,” said Grimes. “Yes, I will admit to having a force multiplier with our people — all the way to the sound and lighting guys.” Asked about her favorite experience of 2023, she said, “I think the joy of seeing someone in a moment that… Maybe it’s a young child’s first time coming to a show. Seeing the delight in their eyes. Or when it was pouring down rain with Brandi Carlile, and she was with them every step and they were with her for every note she sang.” “Really, just seeing someone who is a volunteer at our stage help another person getting to their seats.” “My greatest joy is when people leave with smiles and thank our volunteers and staff. It is rare when you can be thanked by thousands of people for a performance. It is an incredible experience,” she added.

Focusing on young people and local talent Locals under the Lights is a program to showcase local musical and theatrical talent at the Freeman Arts Pavilion. It was started 10 years ago and is a fan favorite.

Coastal Point “It was a great idea, and somebody just needed to have the right moment to shine or step up,” said Grimes. “For them to step into the arts space and be better for it” is gratifying for the executive director. She noted that Freeman Arts Pavilion programming directors train the staff backstage to help these younger performers. “We treat everyone with the same amount of love, kindness and respect. They know they are valued and important in the world,” said Grimes of her approach. “Every artist knows of their value.” “It takes many years for artists to become known. If we can become a catalyst, we are doing our job.” The Arts in Education program provides cultural exposure to up to 50,000 students per year in Sussex County and in Wicomico and Worcester counties in Maryland.

Grounded in the National Core Arts Standards, the Freeman foundation works with artist partners who provide both immersive programs and schoolwide assembly performances in music, art, theater, media arts, poetry and dance. “We could not be happier to present those programs and have the support of these educators and administrators,” said Grimes. “Our general approach is to expand social, emotional and intellectual learning.” “Our funders allow this Arts in Education to transpire,” she said. “In 2023, we were able to touch over 23,000 students. To see how the arts changes lives for students is so remarkable.” “When Sonia De Los Santos sings ‘This Land is Your Land’ in both English and Spanish in our classrooms and assemblies, it brings me to tears. To see the connectivity

and her ability bridge any barriers and share experiences among students who are different, so they see where they are the same,” makes an impact, said Grimes. “Young children can put themselves in other people’s shoes. It promotes our shared humanity, the more we can bring the community in to see the free programming.” “Over 50 percent of our programming is free. That’s a little-known fact. The Freeman Arts program is accessible here in our area,” she added. Also last week, Grimes and Michelle Freeman traveled to the Brooklyn Art Museum as the Joshua M. Freeman Foundation provided two paintings by Maria CamposPons — part of the artist’s “Descending Angels” works — to Brooklyn on a loan program and traveling arts exhibition.

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Hair of the Dog set for New Year’s Day in Bethany Beach By Kerin Magill Staff Reporter Some people celebrate the new year by writing the old year’s numbers in the sand and watching the waves wash it away. Others go a little more drastic with the washing away of the old year, choosing to dunk their bodies in the frigid surf to start fresh in the new year. Want to start the new year off in proper beach-life style? Many will choose to join the fun of a New Year’s Day ocean plunge. The camaraderie, the adventure, the bracing cold water — and then there’s the feeling of accomplishment for having done the thing. For those who’d rather stay on dry land to ring in 2024 but still be on the move, there are options for that, too. This year, the event formerly known as the Leo Brady Plunge in Bethany Beach will be sponsored by the Quiet Resorts Charitable Foundation (QRCF), along with its Hair of the Dog 5K Run/One-Mile Walk. The three events are now under one name: the Hair of the Dog Walk/Run/Plunge. “We’re very excited,” said Doug Purcell, QRCF Board president, of the addition of the plunge to the foundation’s New Year’s Day race traditions. The plunge began 27 years ago — the brainchild of the late Ocean View resident Leo Brady, who famously held up the “GO” sign backwards one year, with the moment becoming an icon of the event for years afterward. The races were added to the day’s activities by the QRCF some 13 years ago, Purcell said. The foundation raises funds in the community to provide scholarships and grants to local students, raising more than $600,000 since its founding in 2001. The three Bethany Beach events take place Monday, Jan. 1. For the land-based activities, the 5K run begins at 10 a.m., the 1K walk shortly thereafter. Packet pickup for those who registered for any of the Bethany Beach events online by Thursday, Dec. 28, will be on Saturday, Dec. 31, from 1 to 4 p.m. at Mango’s in Bethany Beach.

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Particpants in last years Hair of the Dog pose for a photo after the race. Race-day packet pickups will be from 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. Jan. 1 on the bandstand at Garfield Parkway and the beach. There will also be a Kiddie Dash just prior to the 5K start. Registration is not required for the Kiddie Dash, which Purcell said involves a run of “about 50 yards. Event shirts for the Kiddie Dash participants should be purchased at the registration site. Walkers are allowed in both the 5K run course and in the 1K walk. There will be no awards for walkers, though. Dogs are allowed on the 1K walk, but owners must be prepared to clean up after their dogs. Included in the registration for the walk or run is a chili cookoff, which will take place at Mango’s restaurant on the boardwalk following the events. Five local restaurants will participate in the friendly competition, which will be judged by state Rep. Ronald Gray, Bethany Beach Mayor Rosemary Hardiman and South Bethany Mayor Tim Saxton, Purcell said. The winning eatery will receive bragging rights

and a plaque. “Plungers” are invited to purchase wristbands for the celebratory “all-you-can-eat nacho bar” to be held at the Bethany Boathouse restaurant following their dip into the chilly Atlantic, Purcell said. The post-event event will also feature drink specials and live music. The 5K this year will have award categories for overall male and female winners, grand-master winners for both genders for runners 50 or older, and, new this year, the top “senior” male and female runners 60 or older will receive an award. Winners in each category will receive medals and, Purcell said, “wonderful” stuffed dogs once again donated by Tidepool Toys. “People really love those dogs,” Purcell said. Bethany Beach Patrol Capt. Joe Donnelly will provide lifeguard support for the plunge event, and the Bethany Beach Volunteer Fire Company will be on hand to ensure the safety of those in all the events on Monday, Purcell said. To register for the run, walk or plunge, or a combination of activi-

ties, go to www.qrcf.org. Fenwick Island will start the new year with its own ocean plunge, called the Fenwick Freeze. Fenwick’s plunge begins at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, Jan. 1. Plungers will gather on the beach at Bayard Street. Fenwick Island Beach Committee Chair Jacqueline Napolitano said the Freeze is a “family-friendly event” and that all are invited to attend. The first Fenwick Freeze was held in 2005, Napolitano noted. Proceeds from the event benefit the Fenwick Island Beach Patrol, supporting the squad’s needs throughout the summer months, she said. T-shirt sales and event registration begin at 9:30 a.m. at the Bayard Street dune end. Free hot chocolate will be served on the beach, Napolitano said. There will be no preregistration for the Fenwick Freeze this year. Commemorative long-sleeve T-shirts are included in the $25 registration fee, and T-shirts will also be available to purchase separately.

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Grants available from DCF’S Youth Philanthropy Boards Delaware nonprofit organizations are being invited to apply for grants from the Delaware Community Foundation (DCF) Youth Philanthropy Boards (YPBs). Each county’s YPB has selected a focus area. Organizations may apply for a grant from each county’s YPB. To be eligible, the program for which funding is requested must directly benefit residents of that county and fall within that county’s unique focus area. • The Sussex County YPB believes in helping conserve the land and addressing the wellbeing of the individual. For its 2024 grants, nonprofits that focus on land conservation, mental health, homelessness and/or drug/alcohol addiction are being encouraged to apply. • The Kent County YPB believes in the conservation of a sustainable mind, body and environment. In 2024, it is inviting nonprofits to apply that prioritize the well-being of the individual and the planet, e.g. via environmental protection, health, homelessness, domestic violence and/or substance/alcohol abuse. • The New Castle County YPB understands the importance of youth mental health. The board is inviting and encouraging nonprofits that focus on the impact of gun violence, food insecurity, learning disabilities and other forms of trauma on youth to apply. Grant requests are currently being accepted and must be submitted online at delcf.org/grants by 5 p.m. on Jan. 2, 2024. Applicants will be notified in the spring of 2024. The DCF sponsors the YPBs to

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December 29, 2023

Delaware Day Adventure now under way

Delaware’s history is being celebrated with fun, adventure and prizes this year, in a contest that challenges visitors to explore an exciting statewide lineup of historic sites in December. This year’s Delaware Day Adventure contest is inspired by the state’s role in the nation’s founding, celebrated each Dec. 7. Visitors who explore the five museums managed by the State of Delaware through Dec. 30 and submit photos of their visits will get a chance to win a prize. Known as “Delaware Day,” the Dec. 7 holiday marks the moment in 1787 when Delaware became the first state to ratify the U.S. Constitution, giving it fame as the “First State” in the nation. The rules of the Delaware Day Adventure contest, sponsored by the Delaware Department of State’s Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs and the Delaware Tourism Office are: • Visitors who submit photos from all five sites, with at least one photo taken from inside, will be entered to win a grand prize, including a Delaware-themed prize pack. • Visitors submit L owho s A n gphotos e l e sof atTi least two sites (either interior or exS u nwill d be a yentered C r to o win s sother word terior) Delaware-themed Edited prizes.by Patti Varol For full details and to enter, visit delawareday.delaware.gov/delawareday-adventure-2023. The locations of the Delaware Day Adventure include: • New Castle Court House Museum, 211 Delaware Street, New Castle; • The Old State House, 25 The Green, Dover; • Johnson Victrola Museum, 375 S. New Street, Dover; •John Dickinson Plantation, 340 Kitts Hummock Road, Dover; and • Zwaanendael Museum, 102 Kings Highway, Lewes. Each location will have a Delaware Day Adventure sign with a QR code posted through Dec. 30. All photos must be submitted through the Delaware Day Adventure webpage by 11:59 p.m. on Dec. 30, 2023. Winners will be notified by Jan. 19, 2024.

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DNREC, DCH helping recycle holiday trees The Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control in partnership with the Delaware Center for Horticulture (DCH) are encouraging families to recycle their live holiday trees by hosting TreeCycle, a free-of-charge, family-friendly tree recycling event that will be held from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday, Jan. 6, 2024 at the DCH parking lot, 1810 North Dupont Street, Wilmington, Del. The rain date will be Sunday, Jan. 7. To keep your holiday trees working for the environment, the Davey Tree Expert Company will be onsite to chip them using its commercial

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Calendar December 28 Zoo-2-U — Get an up-close look at some of the Education Ambassador Animals from the Salisbury Zoo at South Coastal Library at 2 p.m. Find out details about their diet, adaptations and classification. Includes Q & A session. Free, for Grades K–5. Registration is required and available at https://southcoastal.lib.de.us Parents must accompany children. Hosted by the South Coastal Library, 43 Kent Avenue, Bethany Beach, DE 19930

December 30 Entries Due — Ages 6–Adult who are registered for the Tiny Art Show must bring their completed artwork and Entry Form to South Coastal Library before 3 p.m. More info. available at https://southcoastal.lib.de.us Parents must accompany children. Hosted by the South Coastal Library, 43 Kent Avenue, Bethany Beach, DE 19930

December 31 New Year Worship — St. George’s United Methodist Church will host its New Year Worship Service at 9 and 11 a.m. For more information, visit Stgeorgesumc.org.

January 1 Holiday Concert — St. Matthew’s By The Sea will host Mercy’s Well for a holiday concert at 6 p.m. This is a free concert, and love offerings are accepted.

January 2 Craft Kits — Youth ages 10–17 can stop by the South Coastal Library to pick up a free Chocolate Therapy kit, which includes a mug, a hot chocolate packet, a chocolate chip cookie mix and information about how chocolate can impact mood. If you’d like to create a hand-washable sticker you can attach to your mug, please call or visit the library’s website to register for the Jan. 27 Cricut Mug Stickers event. Free, available all month while supplies last. Youth must pick up kits themselves. South Coastal Library, 43 Kent Avenue, Bethany Beach, DE 19930 https://southcoastal.lib.de.us Mommy & Me — Mommy & Me time is an opportunity for moms to connect with their children as well as other moms while making a craft at South Coastal Library a 10:30 a.m. This program is not just for moms, but any parent or caregiver, male or female! Free, including coffee! Registration is required and available at https://southcoastal.lib.de.us or by calling 302-858-5518. Hosted by the South Coastal Library, 43 Kent Avenue, Bethany Beach, DE 19930.

January 3 Dems Meet — The eastern Sussex Democrats will meet at the Lewes library at 5 p.m. The January meeting will feature Congressional Candidate Eugene Young. The cost is $25 per person, which includes a buffet dinner. Pay in advance, or reserve a seat and pay at the

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January 4 Notable Books — Coastal Georgetown AAUW ALA Notable Books Club meets at the Lewes library from 10 a.m. to noon. They will be discussing Jodi Picoult’s and Jennifer Finney Boylan’s “Mad Honey.” Let’s Talk Books! — Join South Coastal Library at 2 p.m. for a fun, informal book club! Share what you are currently reading (or any books you’d like to recommend,) and hear from others about books they have read/recommend. Light snacks provided. Ages 18 and over. Registration is appreciated, and available at https://southcoastal.lib.de.us or by calling 302-858-5518. Hosted by the South Coastal Library, 43 Kent Avenue, Bethany Beach, DE 19930.

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January 7 Olde Christmas — An Olde Christmas Musical Celebration will be held at Prince George’s Chapel in Dagsboro at 2 p.m. This is sponsored by The Friends of Prince George’s Chapel, with a special choral concert by Singers of Note, chorus of the South Coastal Delaware AARP chapter. A $5 donation is requested per person, at the door. All donations benefit the Chapel. For more information, call Jo Ann at (302) 858-2720.

January 8 Chix with Stix — Join Jill at 10 a.m. for South Coastal Library’s next monthly meeting about crocheting, knitting and needleworking. All skill levels welcome. See what others are making and get inspiration in this fun group meeting. Free, register at https://southcoastal.lib.de.us or by calling 302-8585518. Hosted by the South Coastal Library, 43 Kent Avenue, Bethany Beach, DE 19930 Macrame Plant Holder Craft — Join artist Beth Deeley at South Coastal Library at 2 p.m. for a fun introductory class on macramé. Participants will learn the art of macramé and make a plant hanger. Free, all materials provided. Register at https://southcoastal.lib.de.us or by calling 302-8585518. Hosted by the South Coastal Library, 43 Kent Avenue, Bethany Beach, DE 19930

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Only 2 miles to the beautiful beaches at Bethany Beach. This cleared 90 x109 building lot is ready for your dream home. Public sewer is available, buyer will be responsible for the impact fee ($7700). A well will be required at buyer’s expense. No HOA currently. Community kayak/canoe launch on Assawoman Canal. Take advantage of this rare opportunity. MLS DESU2045770 $199,900 Call Vickie York 302.542.4457

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RAL’s photography exhibition opens season Ring in the new year with three exciting exhibitions at the Rehoboth Art League. Fresh off its anniversary year, the league continues its legacy as Rehoboth Beach’s beloved community arts organization. Opening Jan. 5 will be the “9th Annual Regional Juried Photography Exhibition,” “The Lifted Veil: Photography by Phyllis Berger,” and “To the Water’s Edge and Back,” featuring paintings from the late Edward Loper, Jr. On the evening of Jan. 5, from 5-7 p.m., the art league will be hosting receptions for all three exhibitions, inviting anyone interested to visit the Corkran, Tubbs, and Ventures galleries to see these new shows. From Jan. 5 to Feb. 4, the Corkran Gallery will be displaying the “9th Annual Regional Juried Photography Exhibition.” This show has been a part of RAL’s January exhibition program for nine years, making it one of the more contemporary shows in the league’s history. The annual exhibit invites artists from Delaware, Pennsylvania, Maryland, Virginia, New Jersey and Washington D.C. to submit their latest photographic work. This year’s artists were selected for the exhibition from a pool of more than one hundred submissions, and their work represents a wide array of techniques and content, from traditional modernist approaches to contemporary and alternative media. The exhibit is juried and judged by the show’s 2023 first-place winner, Phyllis Berger. Berger, who also has a solo show in the Ventures gallery, will award $900 worth of prize money to selected artists. She will be hosting a free public Gallery Talk on Jan. 6 at 10 a.m. in the Corkran Gallery, where she will discuss her award decisions and her own career as an artist. The Rehoboth Art League is pleased to present an exhibition of the artwork of Edward L. Loper, Jr., a self-taught Delaware artist who created a unique perspective in the Loper tradition. From Jan. 5 to March 10, Loper, Jr.’s exhibition “To the Water’s Edge and Back” will hang in the Tubbs Gallery. The show features work that represents the most complete display of Loper, Jr.’s paintings and captures the artist’s journeys along the East Coast. Loper’s exhibiting artworks harness the subdued nature of large bodies of water and their surrounding areas. Soft blues and quiet reds accompanied by strong angular shapes mirror the meditative force near any shore. He also draws our attention to the stark contrast of living further inland. Paintings of bold outlines, complex structures, and even charac-

ters appear. It is a vivid reminder that life is a journey of ebbs and flows between self and the greater collective. Finally, in the Ventures Gallery will be Phyllis Berger’s solo photography exhibition, “The Lifted Veil.” On display from Jan. 5 to Feb. 4, this show uses enhanced photographic images to create a narrative journey for viewers to explore. The photographs tell a fictional story filled

with magic, mysticism, and folklore, which serves as a metaphor for Phyllis’ recovery from life-altering surgery. Berger is a faculty member at the Center for Visual Arts at Johns Hopkins University, where she started the Photography program 26 years ago. Her work has been exhibited in three solo shows at the Evergreen Museum and Library, as well as the Museum of Rochefort en

Terre, in Britanny France, the MICA Biennale, The Baltimore Museum of Art, the Banneker Douglas Museum, and resides in many private collections. The public is invited to an opening reception for all three shows on Friday, Jan. 6, from 5-7 p.m. The exhibitions are free and open to everyone during the regular gallery hours of Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday, noon to 4 p.m. The Rehoboth Art League is supported, in part, by a grant from the Delaware Division of the Arts, a state agency, in partnership with the National Endowment for the Arts. The Division promotes Delaware arts events on www.DelawareScene.com. The Rehoboth Art League is a membership-based non-profit arts organization dedicated to teaching, preserving and inspiring the arts in the region. For additional information about this exhibit, the Art League, its classes, memberships, events and exhibitions, please visit the website at RehobothArtLeague.org or call (302) 227-8408. You can find us on Facebook and Instagram @RehobothArtLeague.

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Continuing Events Clubs/Organizations Marines Meet — The First State Detachment of the Marine Corps League meets on the fourth Wednesday of each month at the Ocean City (Md.) American Legion Post 166 on 23rd Street at noon. Any Marines and Navy Corpsmen who have served in the Corps, living in Worcester or Sussex Counties, are welcome to join to meet their fellow veterans and consider joining the organization. Their mission is community service through camaraderie and volunteerism. For more information, call (410) 430-7181 or email websergeant@firststatemarines.org. Community Club — The Selbyville Community Club is welcoming new members, and meets on the second Thursday of each month at Salem Methodist Church at 1 p.m., with a social hour from noon to 1 p.m. For more information, visit selbyvillecommunityclub.org or email selbyvillewomensclub@gmail.com.

In the Genes — Sponsored by the Lewes Historical Society and the Sussex County Genealogical Society, the Genealogist in Residence program is on the first Saturday of each month from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Reading Room at the Lewes History Museum. Members of the Society will be available to help anyone who has questions about their family tree. The Lewes Historical Society Archives Family Files will be available for research. For more information, visit them at scgsdelaware.org or historiclewes.org. VIP Meets — VIP is a social group for visuallyimpaired persons, and meets the first and third Wednesday of each month at the Masterson center at St. Ann Church from 1 to 3 p.m. New members are welcome. For more information, call/text/leave a message at (240) 315-4361. Georgetown Bridge Club — The Georgetown Public Library hosts Bridge Club every Wednesday from 1 to 3 p.m. All experience

levels are welcome. For more information, call (302) 856-7958, email georgetown.library@lib.de.us or visit the library at 123 W Pine St., Georgetown.

Drop-Ins We the People — "We the People" is an effort put together by Bill Murphy to celebrate patriotism and celebrate the flag, by meeting at the Bethany Beach bandstand every Wednesday at 8:30 a.m. to support the military, law enforcement and firefighters who serve and protect. All are welcome. Adult Time — Adults can stop in the South Coastal Library anytime they’re open to work on jigsaw puzzles, play checkers or color. This is free, and all materials are provided. Book Donations — South Coastal Library only accepts book donations from 2 to 4 p.m. on Tuesdays. There is a list on their website, southcoastal.lib.de.us, of what they do or don’t accept.

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1 Sumter Ct, Ocean View Impeccably maintained 5 BR, 3 BA home on a corner lot boasting an open floor plan with huge kitchen, generous primary suite, sun porch and more. Offered furnished, a tasteful design aesthetic and a strong rental history with proximity to Bethany’s beaches make this gem a must-see property. New Price - $549,900

28274 Gum Tree Rd, Dagsboro Handiman Special! Country setting yet still close to the beach. This 3 Bedroom 2 Bath home is not in an HOA. Fireplace has never been used so sellers make no guarantee. House is being sold as is. Class C. Most floors ready for your choice of flooring. $225,000

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87 S. Pennsylvania Ave, Bethany Beach Bethany Beach original cottage featuring 3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, east-facing deck, outdoor shower, and lots of parking & storage. All of this just one block from the beach!

32301 Swamp Rd, Dagsboro Privacy, greenspace and a bright interior are what you will find with this gem that is convenient to downtown Dagsboro, the shops in Millsboro and Rt. 26 toward the beach. Boasting 4 BR, 3 BA & an open floor plan with new flooring & fresh paint throughout. $279,000

10 N. 5th St, Bethany Beach With this beach block 3 BR/2BA raised rancher you don’t have to cross the highway to go to the beach. Comes mostly furnished. Enjoy drinks on the deck after your day on the beach! Miles of coastline at your doorstep.

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31159 W. Ocean Dr, Dagsboro This lovely 3 BR/2 BA Rancher is only a short drive to the beach, yet is off the beaten path in the quaint community of West Ocean Farms. Immaculately maintained and offering single level living, this home features solid wood flooring, upgraded carpeting, a neutral palette and the conveniences of a cook's kitchen.

Lot 1 Blackwater Rd, Frankford Close to the beach and plenty of room on this 1.5 acre +/- to build the home of your dreams. No town taxes, lightly wooded. A real deal. Price Reduced - $185,000

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Beach Singles — Beach Singles, 55-Plus, meets every Thursday for Happy Hour from 4 to 6 p.m. at Harpoon Hanna’s on Route 54. For more information, call (302) 436-9577. Soup and Sandwiches — The Ocean View Church of Christ is holding a Soup & Sandwich ministry on the second Wednesday of each month, from October through March, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. All are welcome. Teleservice Navigators — The Georgetown Public Library hosts Teleservice Navigators every Monday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and every Tuesday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Get help with virtual resources, such as telehealth appointments, appointments with lawyers and social service appointments using the new Telehealth Kiosk. A Navigator will be at the library to help set up virtual appointments. For more information, call (302) 856-7958, email georgetown.library@lib.de.us or visit the library at 123 W Pine St., Georgetown. La Esperanza in the Library/Biblioteca — The Georgetown Public Library hosts La Esperanza in the Library/Biblioteca every Wednesday from 3:30 to 6 p.m. Déjenos ayudarle a: completar sus papeles, interpretar sus cartas, inscribirse en la escuela, renovar sus documentos, crear una vida major, y mucho más. La Esperanza: (302)854-9262. Paws for People reading time — The Georgetown Public Library hosts Paws for People on the first and third Thursdays of every month from 4 to 5 p.m. Read aloud to a furry, friendly therapy companion to help inspire a love of reading. Offered by Paws for People. Readers of all ages and stages are welcome. Elementary homeschoolers program — The Georgetown Public Library hosts its Homeschool Program on the third Tuesday of every month at 1 p.m. Every month, they offer a different activity for elementary-school-aged children.

Politics Dems Meet — The 41st Democrat RD meets the third Thursday of every month at Pizza King Restaurant in Millsboro at 6 p.m. This is open to any Democrats. For more information, call Al Liebeskind at (410) 530-0064. Shore Dems — The Shore Democrats meets at the Den at Bear Trap Dunes clubhouse from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on the third Wednesday of the month. This is a social organization that educates, informs and creates camaraderie among their members through monthly lunch meetings that feature engaging speakers. For more information, visit shoredemocrats.com. Republicans Meet — The 38th District Republican Club will meet at South Coastal Library the fourth Monday of the month. Social hours begin at 6 p.m., and the meeting starts promptly at 6:30 p.m. Information on the club and meetings can be found at 38thdrcp.com, or through email at info@38thdrcp.com. Democrats Meet — The 38th Representative District Committee meets the first Wednesday of every month at 7 p.m. at South Coastal Library. For more information, updates on speakers and meeting locations, call (302) 364-5830 or visit them online at deldems38.org or find them on Facebook.

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Fitness/Health/Dance Tuning Up the Temple — Mariners Bethel GMC hosts “Tuning Up the Temple” on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, from 8:30 to 9:45 a.m. at The Hope Center. The classes are session-based, not drop-in, so contact Carol Lynch at (302) 745-8237 or cklynch02@gmail.com for more details. Yoga Classes — Mariners Bethel GMC hosts yoga classes at 5 p.m. on Wednesdays in the Armor Room, upstairs in the church building, with Heather Murphy. There is a $5 drop-in fee. Classes are open to the community and all are welcome. Zumba Class — Mariners Bethel Church is holding a zumba exercise class in the Hope Center gym every Monday and Wednesday at 10 a.m. There is a $6 drop-in fee. No registration is necessary, and all are welcome. For more information, contact jolin.zumba@gmail.com. Multiple Myeloma Support — The Delaware Multiple Myeloma Support Group meets the

third Saturday of every month via Zoom from 1 to 3 p.m. For more information, contact Sue Iwahashi at myelomaemailsue@gmail.com. Line Dancing — Cape Henlopen Senior Center is hosting line-dancing classes on Mondays. Beginners classes take place at 10 a.m., and Improvers are at 11 a.m. For more information, call (302) 227-2055. Al-Anon — Al-Anon is a support group for the families and friends of alcoholics. Meetings are held every Tuesday, from 7 to 8:30 p.m., at Ocean View Presbyterian Church. For more information, visit ovpc.org. Argentine Tango — The Lewes Senior Activity Center is hosting Argentine Tango Dancing on Tuesdays, from 7 to 9 p.m. Adults of all ages are welcome, and no experience or partner is required. There is a $5 fee, but the first visit is free. Enter through the back door of the facility. For more information, visit the group online at TangoByTheBeach.com. Georgetown Walkers — The Georgetown Public Library host GPL Walkers every Monday at 9 a.m. The walking club goes to Sandhill Fields for a 30- to 40-minute walk, weather permitting. The trail begins at the Murray’s Lane Park-

ing lot, 109-199 Murrays Lane. For more information, call (302) 856-7958, email georgetown.library@lib.de.us or visit the library at 123 W Pine St., Georgetown.

Hobby/Craft Needlepoint Guild — Delaware’s Seashore Chapter of The American Needlepoint Guild meets on the first Monday of the month from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Lewes Public Library. Bringing a box lunch is encouraged. New members are always welcome. For details, send an email to the chapter at delawaresseashorechapter@needlepoint.org. Coffee and Cars Cruise In — St. George’s United Methodist Church and the Ghost Ryders Car Club are hosting a cruise-in at the church the second and fourth Friday of each month, beginning May 2. There is no fee, and there will be coffee, donuts and fellowship. For more information, call Mike Stramella at (410) 419-1843. Radio Operators — Any Ham radio operator wanting to meet and greet others can get together at the Millsboro Pizza King on Thursdays from 8 to 10 a.m. The ARRL Section Manager usually attends. For more

December 29, 2023 information, contact Jack Magar at k8uyc80@gmail.com. Pen Pal Program — Thanks to a partnership between South Coastal Library, Kent County Library and Wellington City Libraries, you can now communicate by letter with a New Zealander. This is a fun way to learn about another country and make a new friend. All international postage is handled, and you can bring in and pick up your letters at the library. For more information and registration, visit them at delawarelibraries.libcal.com/event/113666 26 or call (302) 858-5518. Book discussion — The Georgetown Public Library hosts its Wednesday Morning Book Discussion on the fourth Wednesday of every month at 10:15 a.m. In November and December, however, they will meet on the third Wednesday. November’s book is “Night of the Living Rez” by Morgan Talty. Books are available for pickup each month at the library.

Music Music Jam — St. Matthews By the Sea United Methodist Church is hosting a Music Jam on the first and third Fridays of the month at 4 p.m. All levels are welcome.

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Railroad Museum — The Delaware Seaside Railroad Clubhouse is an interactive museum of model railroading, and is located at 36668 DuPont Boulevard, in Selbyville. They are open to the public every Wednesday from 5 to 8 p.m., and every Saturday, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Admission is free. For more information, visit them online at delawareseasiderailroadclub.com. Dinker-Irvin Museum — The Bethany Beach Museum at Dinker-Irvin Cottage is open to the public on Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Private tours are available by appointment. Interested groups of 10-15 may call (302) 539-8725. Admission to the museum is free, and parking is available in front of the museum. The museum is not handicap-accessible. For more information, visit online at townofbethanybeach.com, and click under “Residents/History/Town Museum.”

Faith Community Bible Study — Grace United Methodist Church in Millsboro is hosting a Bible Study this fall on Wednesday mornings, starting on Sept. 6, from 10 a.m. to noon. For more information, and to register, visit sussexcounty.cbsclass.org.

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Calendar Continued from page 40 Lewes Public Library from 10 a.m. to noon. They will discuss Judith Heumann’s and Kristen Joiner’s “Being Heumann: An Unrepentant Memoir of a Disability Rights Activist.” Dine & Donate — Perucci’s in Millville is hosting a Dine & Donate to benefit the Lord Baltimore Women’s Club from 5 to 9 p.m. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the LBWC scholarship fund and its other charitable initiatives. There will also be a 50/50 raffle. Cloud Storage Class — Tom Kinsella will provide a 90-minute overview of iCloud, OneDrive and various other general cloud storage services and how to use them at South Coastal Library at 10 a.m. Attend in person or via Zoom. Free, register at https://southcoastal.lib.de.us or by calling 302-858-5518. Walk-ins accepted if space allows. Hosted by the South Coastal Library, 43 Kent Avenue, Bethany Beach, DE 19930 PAWS for Reading — Well-trained teams of dogs & owners provide a supportive and fun way for kids to gain confidence in reading aloud at South Coastal Library at 4 p.m.! Children read for 15 minutes and may bring their own book if they wish. Ages 5 and older+. Must call (302) 858-5518 to register. Hosted by the South Coastal Library, 43 Kent Avenue, Bethany Beach, DE 19930 https://southcoastal.lib.de.us

January 10 Feelings Rock! — Feelings Rock is a music, movement, and more program designed to help children under age 5 and their families work through everyday emotions at South

Coastal Library at 10:30 a.m. Free, no registration required, but parents/caregivers must accompany children. Hosted by the South Coastal Library, 43 Kent Avenue, Bethany Beach, DE 19930 https://southcoastal.lib.de.us True Crime Club — Share your theories, knowledge, and memories of true crime cases with fellow true crime enthusiasts at South Coastal Library at 2 p.m.! At each meeting, the club will explore a particular true crime case. This month, we’ll discuss the case of Theodore Bundy. Recommended read (not required): The Stranger Beside Me by Ann Rule Free, in-person only, for ages 18 and older. Registration is available at https://southcoastal.lib.de.us or by calling 302-858-5518. Walk-ins accepted if space allows. Hosted by the South Coastal Library, 43 Kent Avenue, Bethany Beach, DE 19930

January 12 South Coastal Genealogy Group — This monthly group meeting is for genealogy enthusiasts of all skill levels at South Coastal Library at 10:15 a.m. Learn genealogy resources, tricks, and methods from each other in a welcoming environment while meeting others and conversing about current projects. The meeting is setup as a discussion, however, select genealogy resources are also shown/demonstrated by meeting facilitator. Starting in January of 2024, meetings will be held bi-monthly on select Fridays at 10:15 am (no meetings in Summer). Free, for ages 18+, no registration needed. Hosted by the South Coastal Library, 43 Kent Avenue, Bethany Beach, DE 19930 302-858-5518 https://southcoastal.lib.de.us Gentle Yoga Flow — Join Sarah Schaber,

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RYT-500 certified yoga instructor, for a free 1-hour Gentle Flow Yoga class at South Coastal Library at 3 p.m. Ideal for beginners, seniors, and anyone looking for a slower flow practice. We will learn breathing techniques, postures, and exercises to promote flexibility and strength, balance, and relaxation. Please bring a yoga mat or towel from home. The instructor also recommends 4-inch-deep foam yoga blocks. If you are unable to get onto the floor easily, do not worry, we will provide chairs. There are options for all! Registration opens at 3 pm on Jan. 5 and is available at https://southcoastal.lib.de.us or by calling 302-858-5518. (Online registration recommended!) Walk-ins only accepted if space allows. Hosted by the South Coastal Library, 43 Kent Avenue, Bethany Beach, DE 19930

January 13 Denim & Diamonds — Contractors for a Cause is hosting its Denim & Diamonds Fundraiser at Cripple Creek Country Club from 6-10 p.m. Tickets cost $125 each, and includes a four-course dinner, live music from Monkee Paw, silent and live auctions, and more. For more information, visit them online at ContractorsForACause.org. Beekeeping 101 — Wyoming United Methodist Church is hosting Beekeeping 101, a one-day intensive course for anyone interested in the art and science of beekeeping. The course runs from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. and there is a $60 workshop fee, along with required DBA membership. The cost covers a box lunch, a personal copy of “The Beekeepers Handbook” to take home and workshop sessions. To register, by Jan. 7, go online to delawarebeekeepers.com/event-5513406. LEGO Club — Let your child's imagination run

wild at LEGO Club at South Coastal Library at 11 a.m.! Each time we meet, we'll focus on a new theme, and LEGOs are provided. Free, for ages 6-10 years. Registration is encouraged and available at https://southcoastal.lib.de.us or by calling 302-858-5518. Walk-ins are accepted if space allows. Parents do not need to register but must accompany their child. Hosted by the South Coastal Library, 43 Kent Avenue, Bethany Beach, DE 19930.

January 16 iPad & Apple Users — iPad, iPhone and other Apple device users of all skill levels are welcome to attend this support group at South Coastal Library at 11 a.m. Users meet to discuss new features, share tips, and ask questions. Attend in person or via Zoom. Registration is required and available at https://southcoastal.lib.de.us or by phone at 302-858-5518. Hosted by the South Coastal Library, Bethany Beach, DE. Step back in Time Book Club — Love historical fiction? This book club is for you! The group meets quarterly on select Tuesdays at South Coastal Library at 2 pm. This month we are discussing Lady Tan's Circle of Women by Lisa See. Free, registration is encouraged and available at https://southcoastal.lib.de.us or by calling 302-858-5518. Walk-ins are accepted if space allows. Hosted by the South Coastal Library, 43 Kent Avenue, Bethany Beach, DE 19930.

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Nathan Coe Marsh December 28-30

Nathan Coe Marsh’s personality-driven magic has captivated audiences in 23 countries on four continents; on screen on NBC, CBS, FOX, and Penn & Teller: Fool Us; and is regularly featured at The Magic Castle in Hollywood.

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Sunday, December 31 - 2:00 PM Celebrate New Years Early With The Family!

Rich and Sue Bloch cordially invite you and your family to NEW YEARS EARLY! Join us on New Year’s Eve at Dickens Parlour Theatre for a special round of magic, mirth, and munchies. In the comfort of the Dickens dining room, we’ll serve you a Fun spread of meats, cheeses, fruit, crostini, chips, dips, and desserts, including a Sparkling Cider toast in flute glasses while our Magical Merlins delight and enchant your family!

Magic & Dancing Sunday, December 31 9:00 PM - Midnight

Join us for a truly Magical New Year’s Eve! First, renowned Las Vegas Magician Nathan Coe Marsh will amaze and delight you in our Theatre before moving into our Parlour for an evening of Music and Dancing to the sounds of live Jazz until Midnight!

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January 17 Story Time — South Coastal Library is hosting story time for ages infant through 5 years old at 10:30 a.m. This is a great opportunity to engage your child in early literacy practices as well as get to know other families in the area. Free, registration is not required, but parents/caregivers must accompany children. Hosted by the South Coastal Library, 43 Kent Avenue, Bethany Beach, DE 19930 https://southcoastal.lib.de.us Crime Solvers — Are you a true crime lover or an aspiring detective? Join South Coastal Library at 5 p.m. for a 105-minute tabletop game where we examine evidence, witness statements, etc. to solve fictional murders. For ages 14 - Adult. Free, all materials provided. Registration is required and available at https://southcoastal.lib.de.us or by calling 302-858-5518 Hosted by the South Coastal Library, 43 Kent Avenue, Bethany Beach, DE 19930

January 18 Read-Aloud Delaware — “Building Relationships With Read-Aloud Delaware” will be held at Big Fish Grill Rehoboth from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. The speaker will be Stacy Penaranda, the Sussex County coordinator. One-on-One Genealogy Assistance — Looking to trace your roots? Not sure how to get started? Nancy N. will walk you through getting started with Ancestry.com, and give you personalized genealogy assistance using U.S. database at South Coastal Library at 2

p.m.s. Free, 90-minute session. Register at www.southcoastal.lib.de.us . Hosted by the South Coastal Library, 43 Kent Avenue, Bethany Beach, DE 19930 Communication for Alzheimer’s Caregivers — Join the Alzheimer's Association at South Coastal Library at 2 p.m. for a workshop that teaches caregivers to decode verbal and behavioral communication by someone with dementia. Explore the ways that Alzheimer's and other dementias affect an individual's ability to communicate across different stages. Participants leave with strategies for meaningful connection with people in early, middle and late-stage dementia. Free, register at https://southcoastal.lib.de.us or by calling 302-858-5518. Walk-ins accepted if space allows. Hosted by the South Coastal Library, 43 Kent Avenue, Bethany Beach, DE 19930 Cookbook Club for Grades 3-5 — Calling all junior chefs in grades 3-5! South Coastal Library is working our way through section 641.5 of the Dewey Decimal system (that's our cookbook section!) We'll learn kitchen basics as we individually choose a recipe to create and bring to the next session (we meet the 3rd Thursday of each month at 5 p.m.) As we look ahead to tasting other student's dishes, we'll learn how they made them as well as what they learned from their experience cooking at home. No registration—20 seats available on a first come, first served basis. Hosted by the South Coastal Library, 43 Kent Avenue, Bethany Beach, DE 19930 302-858-5518 https://southcoastal.lib.de.us

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Bloomer Deussen, James Cohn, Mark Engebretson, Astor Piazzolla, and Ney Rosauro, along with traditional Mexican music. The program will also feature the world premiere of a brand-new work for flute and marimba by Delaware’s own J.Andrew Dickenson. Registration is appreciated and available at https://southcoastal.lib.de.us or by calling 302-858-5518. Hosted by the South Coastal Library, 43 Kent Avenue, Bethany Beach, DE 19930

fun and free Cricut T-shirt workshop for adults at South Coastal Library at 2 p.m. Bring a cotton t-shirt with you to your appointment and use our Cricut machine to decorate your shirt! You will have 20-30 minutes to use the Cricut to design and print your graphic. Appointments are required. Call 302-858-5518 to register (starts January 2 at 10:15 am.) You are eligible to attend three art/craft classes per quarter (Dec 2023 - Feb 2024.)

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Gentle Yoga Flow — Join Sarah Schaber, RYT-500 certified yoga instructor, for a free 1-hour Gentle Flow Yoga class at South Coastal Library at 10 a.m. Ideal for beginners, seniors, and anyone looking for a slower flow practice. We will learn breathing techniques, postures, and exercises to promote flexibility and strength, balance, and relaxation. Please bring a yoga mat or towel from home. The instructor also recommends 4-inch-deep foam yoga blocks. If you are unable to get onto the floor easily, do not worry, we will provide chairs. There are options for all! Registration opens at 3 pm on Jan. 5 and is available at https://southcoastal.lib.de.us or by calling 302-858-5518. (Online registration recommended!) Walk-ins only accepted if space allows. Hosted by the South Coastal Library, 43 Kent Avenue, Bethany Beach, DE 19930 North (and South) of the Border Concert — Enjoy a free concert at South Coastal Library at 3 p.m.with Music School of Delaware faculty members, Margaret Swinchoski and Scott Horey. They will explore the sounds of flute and percussion with music by North and South American composers, including Nancy

Cooking By the Book — Each month, participants in this cookbook club will choose a recipe from the same cookbook and then make and bring in the dish to share with the group at South Coastal Library at 1 p.m. Participants are encouraged to discuss cooking, recipes and how to improve them, as well as the book itself. This club is a great way for you to meet members of your community and try new foods! (Bring Tupperware to take home leftovers.) This month, we will be sampling food from Amish Soups & Casseroles by Linda Byler. Free, for ages 18 and older, register at www.southcoastal.lib.de.us or by calling 302-858-5518. Hosted by the South Coastal Library, 43 Kent Avenue, Bethany Beach, DE 19930 PAWS for Reading — Well-trained teams of dogs & owners provide a supportive and fun way for kids to gain confidence in reading aloud at South Coastal Library at 4 p.m.! Children read for 15 minutes and may bring their own book if they wish. Ages 5 and older+. Must call (302) 858-5518 to register. Hosted by the South Coastal Library, 43 Kent

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January 24 Historical Presentation — Marcos Salaverria, the education director at the Lewes Historical Society, will give a presentation at the Hall’s Store Visitor and Education Center in Ocean View. Hosted by The Historic Village in Ocean View, the presentation will be on the book, “A Narrative of Some Remarkable Incidents in the Life of Solomon Bailey, Formerly a Slave in the State of Delaware,” and will start at 7 p.m. This is sponsored by a grant from Coldwell Banker CARES. Story Time: Infant-5 — This is a great opportunity to engage your child in early literacy practices as well as get to know other families in the area at South Coastal Library at 10:30 a.m. Free, registration is not required, but parents/caregivers must accompany children. Hosted by the South Coastal Library, 43 Kent Avenue, Bethany Beach, DE 19930 https://southcoastal.lib.de.us Tiny Art Show Awards — Join South Coastal Library in the Children's Room at 5:30 p.m. as we announce the winners of the 2nd Annual Tiny Art Show! After Children's awards, we will move on to Pre-Teen & Teen artwork in the Teen Room, then finish with Adult artwork in the Adult section. View all the entries, meet the winners and judges, and socialize with other artists and art lovers in your community. Light snacks provided. For all ages. Registration is not required. Prizes generously provided by the Friends of the South

Coastal Library. Hosted by the South Coastal Library, 43 Kent Avenue, Bethany Beach, DE 19930 https://southcoastal.lib.de.us

January 25 Watercolor Painting with CreativeBug — If you have a South Coastal Library card, you have free access to online video craft and art classes through CreativeBug. Try it out by joining us for an informal watercolor painting class at the library, where we’ll watch a recorded, step-by-step CreativeBug watercolor video tutorial. We’ll watch, learn, paint, and have fun together. Suitable for beginners, but all skill levels are welcome. All materials are provided. Free, for ages 18 and older. Registration begins at 2 p.m. on Jan. 18, and is available at https://southcoastal.lib.de.us or by calling 302-858-5518 (online registration recommended.) You are eligible to attend three art/craft classes per quarter (Dec 2023 - Feb 2024.) This does not count as your yearly watercolor class. Already attended 3? Explore CreativeBug video tutorials on your own at home by clicking on the CreativeBug logo on the home page of our website and typing in your library card number. If your card number starts with something other than 33812, visit the library for assistance. Hosted by the South Coastal Library, 43 Kent Avenue, Bethany Beach, DE 19930

January 26 Jigsaw Puzzle Time — Join South Coastal Library at 2 p.m. for some relaxing puzzle time. We will have 3 tables set up with varying difficulty levels of jigsaw puzzles (350 pieces, 500 pieces, and 1000 pieces). Meet other jigsaw puzzle enthusiasts in your com-

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munity and help us piece these puzzles together. Puzzles that are unfinished at 4 pm will be moved to the main library for the community to assemble. Kristin will also tell you how to order puzzles through the Delaware Library Catalog and we will have a small amount of gently used puzzles available for free. For ages 13 amd older. Registration is appreciated and available at www.southcoastal.lib.de.us or by calling 302-8585518. Hosted by the South Coastal Library, 43 Kent Avenue, Bethany Beach, DE 19930

January 27 Cricut Mug Stickers for Ages 10-17 — South Coastal Public Library staff will guide you through choosing/creating a hand-washable sticker with our Cricut machine that you can attach to the mug you got in your Grab & Go Chocolate Therapy Kit (you can pick up a kit during library hours beginning Jan. 2 at 10 a.m. for free while supplies last.) Free, registration is required and available at https://southcoastal.lib.de.us or by calling 302-858-5518 South Coastal Library, 43 Kent Avenue, Bethany Beach, DE 19930 )

January 29 Cricut T-shirts for Adults — Join Sarah Schaber, RYT-500 certified yoga instructor, for a free 1-hour Gentle Flow Yoga class at South Coastal Library at 10 a.m. Ideal for beginners, seniors, and anyone looking for a slower flow practice. We will learn breathing techniques, postures, and exercises to promote flexibility and strength, balance, and relaxation. Please bring a yoga mat or towel from home. The instructor also recommends 4-inch-deep foam yoga blocks. If you are un-

able to get onto the floor easily, do not worry, we will provide chairs. There are options for all! Registration opens at 2 pm on Jan. 22 and is available at https://southcoastal.lib.de.us or by calling 302-858-5518. (Online registration recommended!) Walk-ins only accepted if space allows. Hosted by the South Coastal Library, 43 Kent Avenue, Bethany Beach, DE 19930 Coloring & Crosswords Club — The club is open to all adults for 60 minutes, and meets on the fourth Monday of the month at South Coastal Library at 2 p.m. Relax, color, socialize with other community members, complete crosswords, word-finds, and puzzles. Free, register at https://southcoastal.lib.de.us or by calling 302-858-5518. Walk-in's accepted if space allows. Hosted by the South Coastal Library, 43 Kent Avenue, Bethany Beach, DE 19930

January 30 Message in a Bottle Craft — Join Rachel at South Coastal Library at 2 p.m. for a fun and easy message in a bottle craft! (Great for Valentine’s Day!) Free, for ages 18 and older. All materials provided. Registration begins at 2 p.m. on Jan. 23, and is available at https://southcoastal.lib.de.us or by calling 302-858-5518 (online registration recommended.) You are eligible to attend three art/craft classes per quarter (Dec 2023 - Feb 2024.) Hosted by the South Coastal Library, 43 Kent Avenue, Bethany Beach, DE 19930

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DNREC finalizes its Clean Car regulations DNREC has finalized regulations to adopt the Advanced Clean Car II (ACC II) program, which aims to reduce pollution from light- and medium-duty vehicles, but will cap the zero-emission vehicle requirement at 82 percent. In doing so, Delaware is taking a significant step to improve air quality and address climate change, officials said this week. The regulations require automakers to deliver an increasing amount of zero-emission vehicles (ZEVs) for sale in Delaware. Zero-emission options, including battery-electric, plug-in hybrid electric and fuel-cell electric vehicles, will be more accessible across the state. Under the finalized regulation, starting with model year 2027, 43 percent of new cars and trucks sent to Delaware for sale will be ZEVs. The percentage will increase to 82 percent in 2032. The regulations will expire in model year 2033. This is similar to regulations in some other states, officials noted. The changes will be phased in over the period and the regulations do not prohibit the sale or use of internal combustion engine vehicles. The decision was announced by a DNREC Secretary’s Order and was set for publication in the Delaware Register of Regulations on Dec. 1. It

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was informed by state law, the federal Clean Air Act, information included in the technical response memo and comments received from the public during the rule-making process, officials said. “By adopting the revised regulation, DNREC aims to protect public health, reduce emissions, and align with Delaware’s climate goals – all while providing consumers with cleaner and more sustainable transportation options,” said DNREC Secretary Shawn M. Garvin. “This decision will result in cleaner air in Delaware and strengthen protections for communities overburdened by exposure to tailpipe pollution.” The Delaware ACC II program as originally proposed provided targets for yearly sales of ZEVs reaching 100 percent by 2035. Extending the requirement only through 2032, rather than 2035, will still help Delaware reduce emissions and support a thriving market for clean cars, officials said. It will also address concerns raised in the public comments DNREC received, they pointed out. Pollution from transportation is a leading contributor to Delaware’s greenhouse gas emissions. Gas and diesel vehicles are also significant sources of nitrogen oxides. Those pol-

lutants adversely affect public health and interact with sunlight to form harmful ground-level ozone pollution. The regulations will reduce these forms of pollution and contribute to the improved health of under-served communities that are more likely to be near busy roadways, officials said. Increasing the number of ZEVs on Delaware roads, along with building out the state’s electric vehicle charging network, are key strategies outlined in Delaware’s Climate Action Plan. Through the Inflation Reduction Act, there are federal tax credits and rebates available for ZEV purchases. DNREC currently offers a rebate up to $2,500 to support the purchase of a new electric vehicle, which can be added to the federal tax credits. Also, lower-cost models are increasingly

available. A regularly updated list provides car shoppers a quick reference to the vehicles eligible for the rebate. Additionally, Delaware is actively working to expand its ZEV charging infrastructure to meet the increased demand for charging from more electric vehicles on the road, including stations located along major highways and in nearer proximity to rural and under-served areas. DNREC will evaluate progress by using tracking tools to conduct annual reviews of the program. These annual reviews will confirm the delivery of zero-emitting vehicles to Delaware and indicate that advancements in technology, supply chains, affordability and battery performance are occurring in the automotive industry as anticipated, officials said.

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Obituaries André Gabriel Beaumont, 97 André Gabriel Beaumont, 97, passed away on Dec. 17, 2023, due to complications of the heart and kidneys. He was born in Manhattan, N.Y., on Jan. 3,1926, to Aurelie and Gabriel Beaumont, and grew up in a French-speaking household. He learned English as a second language and graduated from The Collegiate School in 1943. That year, at the age of 17, he enlisted in the U.S. Army to serve in World War II and was initially trained as a director operator for 90mm anti-aircraft guns. In the summer of 1944, his unit was deactivated, and the personnel were trained as infantrymen. He was assigned as a replacement to Company F, 331 Infantry Regiment, 83rd Division, which he joined in the snows of Belgium during the Battle of the Bulge. His unit fought through that campaign, crossed the Rhine River and ended its combat by establishing a bridgehead over the Elbe River, 45 miles from Berlin. Among other decorations, he was awarded a Combat Infantry Badge, a Bronze Star and the Euro-AfricanMiddle East Campaign Medal with three Battle Stars: Ardennes, Rhineland and Central Europe. He

received an honorable discharge in June 1946. He was a proud member and Executive Board Chairman of the 83rd Infantry Division Association Inc. Aided by the GI Bill of Rights, he earned an associate’s degree from Harvard College and a master’s degree in business administration from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania. He completed all the requirements for a doctorate from New York University, save his dissertation. Beaumont was a retired chief executive and officer of several nonprofit organizations, with his most significant post being 22 years as the president of CCDM, the Council on Career Development for Minorities — a national non-profit organization dedicated to the career advancement of minority college students and graduates. He was affiliated with the organization from its inception in 1965 as a Ford Foundation project. Prior to that, he worked for Rockefeller Center Inc. in human resources and labor relations, and then served as director of business career services at New York University. After he retired from CCDM in Dallas, he returned to his hometown,

New York City, and worked for three years as the Northeast regional director of the Crohn’s Colitis Foundation of America. In 1990, he retired to Millsboro, Del., and worked for seven years as part-time executive director of a community theater group, the Possum Point Players. Outside of work, he was involved with many community, civic and human service organizations as an officer, board member and consultant. While a resident of Connecticut, he was elected to three consecutive terms to the Town of Darien’s Representative Town Meeting and served as chairman of that group’s Planning & Zoning Committee; was vice chairman of the Darien Personnel Practices Commission and a founding member of the Darien Equal Housing Association. As a resident of Bethlehem, Pa., he was chairman of the Lehigh Valley Urban Action Fund, treasurer of the South Terrace Neighborhood Center, president of the Citizen’s Committee for Hogar Crea of the Lehigh Valley and a board member of the Lehigh Valley Community Council. He also was elected to two three-year terms as an elder of the Presbyterian Church of Bethlehem.

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Most recently, he was a founding member and board officer of Primeros Pasos, an early childcare and education center focused on care for young Hispanic children. During his lifetime, Beaumont received many citations and awards, including a Public Service Commendation from the president of the United States and a tribute from the Senate of Delaware as a “Distinguished Citizen.” His avocations were writing, opera and amateur theater, where he worked as an actor, director and producer. Since 1955, he had been a devoted fan of the New York Giants football team. “Well done, Thunderbolt! Shine forth and see it through!” He was a beloved family-oriented man who is survived by bis wife of 37 years, Sally Ann Beaumont, and her son, Andre’s bonus son, Andrew J. De Vito of Millsboro, Del.; his two daughters by a previous marriage to Lydia Fairbank Wright, Patrice Kokola (and Walter) of Tucson, Ariz., and Louise Peach (and Carl) of Williston, Vt.; and grandchildren Hannah B. Peach, Tomas G. Peach and Nickerson F. Peach, all of Williston Vt. Visiting hours will be held on Jan. 2, 2024, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at Watson Funeral Home & Crematorium, located at 211 S. Washington Street, Millsboro, Del. A Committal Service will be held at the Delaware Veterans Memorial Cemetery, located at 26667 Patriots Way, Millsboro, Del., on Jan. 3, 2024, at 1 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations in Beaumont’s memory can be sent to Primeros Pasos Early Education Center; Tunnel to Towers; or The 83rd Infantry Division Association. His life memorial webpage and his online guestbook are at www.watsonfh.com.

Richard J.‘Dick’ Campbell, 91 Richard J. “Dick” Campbell, 91, of Ocean View, Del., passed away Dec. 17, 2023, at Beebe Healthcare in Lewes, Del. He was born Nov. 16, 1932, in Wilmington, Del., son of the late Walter Campbell and Elizabeth (Gamble) Campbell. He was a retired Air Force aircraft maintenance technician, and owned and managed Unique Sleep Waterbeds in Dover and Wilmington, Del. He enjoyed playing golf. Surviving him are his wife of 32 years, Concetta D. (Bruno) Campbell; daughters, Sandra Teauque and Tracy Wilhelm; four grandchildren, Antonio and Marisa Vicere, and Chance and Tyler Teauque; three sisSee OBITS page 53

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Obits Continued from page 52 ters, Elizabeth C. Keeth, Catherine J. Snipe and Joyce McAndrews; two brothers, Gary and Walter Campbell; and several nieces and nephews. A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, Jan. 3, 2024, at 11 a.m. at the Delaware Veterans Memorial Cemetery, 26669 Patriots Way, Millsboro, Del. Condolences may be sent online by visiting www.melsonfuneralservices.com.

Harvey G. Melson, 85 Harvey G. Melson, 85, of Ocean View, Del., passed away on Sunday, Dec. 17, 2023, after a short stay at Harrison Senior Living in Georgetown, Del. He was born in Millville, Del., on July 27, 1938, son of the late Edward James Melson and the late Nellie Mae (Steele) Melson. He retired from work as a poultry farmer for Bill and Lemuel Wingate, Edward S. Cordrey and Raymond Townsend. After his retirement as a poultry farmer, he went to work parttime at the Mallard Lakes pool as a lifeguard and pool supervisor. He loved swimming and found much enjoyment during the day poolside and

met many of his lifelong friends there. After his retirement from Mallard Lakes, he found a new hobby of putting jigsaw puzzles together. When visiting with him one rarely came in that didn’t see a card table set up in the living room with a puzzle he was in the middle of finishing. He also had the TV on, with “The Grand Ole Opry” playing, because he loved listening to the music. In addition to his parents, Melson was preceded in death by his wife of 54 years, Ruth Ann Melson, in 2013, and his longtime companion, Ethel Frances Tripp, in October of 2023. He is survived by his three brothers, Ward Melson (and Jody) of Seaford, Del., Michael Melson of Clarksville, Del., and Ralph Melson (and Clascendra) of Greenwood, Del.; two sisters-in-law, Pauline “Penny” White of Georgetown, Del., and Betty Jane Atkins of Millsboro, Del. He is also survived by seven nieces and nephews, Wayne White of Milton, Del., Patty Bodenweiser of Georgetown, Mark Melson of Seaford, Tanya McClain of Seaford, Rhonda Melson of Delmar, Del., Sherri McVaugh of Tiona, Pa., and Linda Holston of Georgetown; a special cousin, Sherry Littleton of Frankford, Del.;

and several great-nieces and nephews. He had many friends, and ones near and dear to his heart were Jenna and Justin Bowra; Horace and Laura Walker; and his neighbors he so fondly referred to as “the best neighbors a person could ask for,” Dave and Tracy Walker. A funeral service was to be held at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 27, 2023, at the Frankford Chapel of Melson Funeral Services, 43 Thatcher St., Frankford, Del. Interment was to follow at St. George’s Cemetery in Clarksville, Del. Condolences may be sent online by visiting www.melsonfuneralservices.com.

John Shipley Welsh, 49 John Shipley Welsh, 49, of Millsboro, Del., passed away on Wednesday, Dec. 20, 2023, at home. He was born on Dec. 2, 1974, in Lewes, Del., to Bonnie Jean (Briggs) Welsh and the late John Raymond “Jack” Welsh. He graduated from Sussex Central High School in 1992. He worked as a plumber for Harry Caswell Inc. for the last 19 years. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and camping, and could make or create whatever he put his mind to. He loved spending time with his children. His battle with Stage IV

melanoma was fought bravely, with the love and support of his whole family. Welsh was preceded in death by his father, John Raymond Welsh, and his daughter Rebecca Christine Welsh. He is survived by his mother, Bonnie Jean (Briggs) Welsh; his spouse, Christine Jane (McCaffrey) Welsh; and two children, John Gideon Welsh and David Edward Welsh. A celebration of Welsh’s life will be held at a later date, with family and friends who will come together and celebrate him. The family offered its thanks to friends and family for all the love and support shown to them over the years. Welsh’s life memorial webpage and his online guestbook are at www.watsonfh.com. Donations will be accepted in the library lobby on Tuesdays from 2—4 pm.

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MLK musical celebration planned for Jan. 12 The Southern Delaware Alliance for Racial Justice (SDARJ) will present an inspirational musical celebration on Jan. 12, 2024, in honor of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. “MLK: From Civil Rights to Black Lives Matter” will begin at 7 p.m. at Epworth United Methodist Church in Rehoboth Beach. TV personality Paul Williams, chief meteorologist for Coast TV, will emcee the event. The program will feature familiar

music of the 1960s and 1970s social struggle, such as “What’s Going On” and “I’ll Take You There,” and rock the crowd with gospel and praise dance. Christy Taylor, a Milton native, jazz musician and educator, will bring her sound to the Epworth stage. The Reminders, a Sussex County-based trio, will share music that explores the harmony of heart and spirit through genres that embrace Americana, gospel, roots, praise and bygone days.

Other performers include the Camp Rehoboth Ensemble, the Praise Choir of Friendship Baptist Church of Lewes and Joyful Expressions from Friendship United Methodist Church of Millsboro. The music will be supplemented by an array of segregation-era pictures from the Lewes Historical Society. Tickets cost $25 for those 12 or older and are free for those younger than 12. Proceeds benefit SDARJ pro-

grams including scholarships, academic recognition, criminal justice reform, Black Voices Magazine, racial reconciliation workshops and more. To purchase tickets, go to https://bit.ly/mlktickets. The Southern DE Alliance for Racial Justice is a nonpartisan organization that educates, informs and advocates for racial justice, equality and fair opportunity. For more information, go to sdarj.org.

Board members join Chicken Association leadership The membership of Delmarva Chicken Association voted to return existing board members and add several new members to the nonprofit’s board for terms beginning in 2024. In addi-

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Religious Services St. Andrew The Apostle Orthodox Church Saturday Vespers 6:00 pm Sunday Orthros 9:00 am Sunday Liturgy 10:00 am

Circumcision of Christ & Feast of St. Basil

Monday, January 1, 10 am Divine Liturgy Fr. Herman Acker, Pastor

33384 Mackenzie Way - Lewes, 19958 OrthodoxDelmar.org 302.645.5791 35175 Roxana Rd. Frankford, 19945

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Saturday 6 pm Sunday 9 & 11 am River Kids Sat. 6 pm & Sun. 9 am Friday 6-8 pm

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Sunday Worship 10 am Pastor Bill Lorman 302.436.4522 28574 Cypress Road Selbyville

Salem Church Welcome Home! SUNDAY

Momentum, a group for Teens

Wellsprings International

Pastor Blair Hall

THE BEACH FELLOWSHIP Sundays 9 am Sharing the Truth of God’s Word, Verse by Verse

TheBeachFellowship.com Christian Conference Center Octagonal Building 211 N. Pennsylvania Ave., Bethany Beach

CC Delaware Coast A Calvary Chapel Fellowship

Sunday Worship 10 am

United Methodist Church Serving the Community since 1816

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KidsPort Kids Church 10 am

8:30 Informal Service 9:45 Contemporary Service 9:45 Sunday School 11:00 Traditional Worship

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St. George’s

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Sunday, December 31 New Year Worship 9 am Blended Worship Service Downstairs, in-person

11am Traditional Worship Service Sanctuary - handicapped accessible and Facebook Live

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Pastor AJ Moore

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BEACON Baptist Church TheBeaconBaptistChurch.net SUNDAY SERVICES 10 am: Small Groups for All Ages 11 am: Family Worship WEDNESDAY 7 pm: Adults/KidsKlub/Teens

Jeff Smith, Pastor

302.539.1216

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

TEMPLE BAT YAM A Reform Jewish Congregation

Welcome Back! We’ve Missed You!

Join us this Sunday, December 31 - 10 am - One Service Sunday Morning Worship

- 12 to 6 pm Self-Guided Meditation & Prayer Nursery available for morning services Live-streamed on Facebook & YouTube

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Ocean View Church of Christ 55 West Ave., Ocean View

Sunday 10 am In-Person LIVE broadcast on:

CCOVDE.org Wednesday 6:30 pm Facebook Live

Bible Study Preacher Ethan Magee • 302.539.7468 • CCOVDE.org

BETHANY BEACH CHRISTIAN CHURCH (Disciples of Christ)

SUNDAY SERVICE 9:30 am In-Person & Live-Streaming on YouTube Celebrating 25 years of full-time ministry Serving • Inclusive • Open-Minded • Open Communion

302.539.4118 BethanyBeachDisciples.org 7 N. Pennsylvania Avenue, Bethany Beach

302.539.9510 Pastor Becky Collison

Traditional Services • Traditional Values • Traditional Church

BLACKWATER FELLOWSHIP CHURCH 34478 Roxana Rd.; Frankford, 19945

Sunday Services All Are Welcome!

Dec. 31, 6 pm PRAISE & WORSHIP!

9:00 am Fellowship 9:30 am Sunday School 10:30 am Morning Worship

Pastor Dennis Bradford

Wed. Bible Study 6:30 pm

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Religious Services Seaside Jewish Community Celebrating 25 Years An egalitarian unaffiliated congregation

Shabbat Services Visit our website to sign up for our email newsletter for notification 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

Ocean View Presbyterian Church WE CHOOSE WELCOME SUNDAY WORSHIP 9:30 am SUNDAY WORSHIP 9:30 AM live on Facebook & YouTube

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

Frankford Presbyterian Church Helping others help themselves

10 am Sunday Worship in-person

A welcoming church family committted to serving a God known for Unconditional Love and Acceptance.

302.537.5944

Pastor P. G. Maurer

SOUND UNITED

METHODIST CHURCH

Established in 1779 “Loving & Living so that Others see Jesus in us”

In-Person & Live-Streamed Facebook.com/RoxanaZionAndSoundUMC

every Sunday, 8:30 a.m.

Pastor John Schutt 302.436.4011 37890 Sound Church Road, Selbyville 19975

FENWICK ISLAND BAPTIST CHURCH

ST. MARTIN’S IN THE FIELD EPISCOPAL CHURCH Sunday Service at 10 a.m. Get-acquainted coffee hour after the service

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Big, Welcoming Heart! 75 West Church St.; Selbyville Parking: Front or Back The Rev. Glenn Duffy 302.436.8921 • StMartinsSelbyville.org

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MILLVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Grounded in God’s Grace Moving in Christ’s Love

Sunday Worship at 9:30 am - or - join via ZOOM (call the office for info) across from Millville Town Hall

8:00am 10:00 am

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SUNDAY BOOK STUDY “Essential Mystic Prayers” by Thomas McPherson 9-9:45 am in the parish hall with Reverend Ria

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Main Street, at the foot of Thatcher Street in Frankford

Pastor Wendy Butterworth

302.539.9077

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IRHS sports’ 2023 full of pleasant surprises, outstanding achievements By Mike Stern Staff Reporter Happy New Year to the families, friends and fans of Indian River High School athletics! This past year saw its share of pleasant surprises and outstanding achievements by the student athletes at IRHS. Here’s a quick review of the Indians’ most memorable athletic performances during the 2023 calendar year.

Winter sports season Girls’ basketball Head coach Roger Clay’s squad showed promise while posting a 4-16 overall record. Sophomore Mya Whittington finished with a 14 point-per-game average after scoring a game-high 18 markers in a 41-40 season-finale loss at Sussex Central. Whittington earned Second Team All Henlopen Conference honors, while junior Alex Davidson captured Honorable Mention accolades.

Boys’ basketball Head coach Devin Mann’s men thrilled their fans with a 16-6 wonlost record, including a DIAA opening round playoff victory over Lake Forest. The Indians’ six-game winning streak was snapped when they lost to No. 3-seeded Howard VoTech in the second round. First Team All Henlopen Conference honoree Brendon Bradford averaged 20.1 points, including a single-game career-high 41 points in an overtime triumph at Arcadia (Va.). Senior Jamaal Jones, a transfer student athlete from Sussex Tech, contributed 11.5 points per game. Senior Jamison Bender averaged 6.2 points per game. Junior Rashad Hopkins averaged 6.6 points and 7.0 rebounds per game. Bradford has committed to studying and playing men’s basketball on the college level at Delaware Valley University.

Unif ied basketball First-year head coach Jamaal Bivens led the Indians to a 6-2

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Indian River girls’ swimming head coach Dana Schaefer talks with a swimmer during a meet in January. record and enabled them to reach the DIAA state playoffs for a fifth straight year. The Indians dropped an overtime heartbreaker, 36-35, to Cape Henlopen in the state quarterfinals.

Boys’ wrestling Head coach Jeff Windish’s wrestlers compiled an impressive 125 record during the regular season. Sophomore Jayvion Chandler won the Delmar Invitational, Parkside and Battle at the Beach tournaments in his 165-pound weight class. The Indians qualified four grapplers for the DIAA state competition. Chandler went a perfect 3-0 in his matches at the conference event, while fellow sophomore Evan Forjan won three of four matches in the 138-pound bracket. Junior Angel Mora-Salas qualified for the DIAA state tournament for the third straight season after going 3-3 and placing 6th in the 144-pound weight class, while the Indians finished tied for 9th place with Woodbridge in the

team standings, with 76 points. At the state tourney, MoraSalas placed seventh after pinning his first opponent in 1:25, dropping a hard-fought 8-4 decision, then winning two consolation matches before being eliminated. Chandler suffered an early loss in the 165-pound weight class but was able to battle back through the consolation matches to advance. A pair of decisions in the first two consolation rounds got Chandler back into the medal hunt, but he was eliminated by two setbacks and finished the season at 49-7. Forjan dropped his first two matches at states, finishing the season at 31-15.

Girls’ swimming Head coach Dana Schaefer led the 2023 Indians to an 8-3 record, including a 7-3 won-lost mark in conference competition. At the Henlopen Conference meet, the girls nearly posted their fastest times. Senior Jordan Gonzales dropped almost half a second in her

backstroke and a full second in her 100yard leg of the 400-yard freestyle relay. The foursome of senior Bella Scharp and Gonzales with junior Brynn Crandell and freshman Leila Hernandez came within a second of qualifying for the finals in the 200-yard freestyle relay event, posting a 1:52.72 time that defeated Wilmington Friends’ 1:51.99.

Boys’ swimming Head coach Colin Crandell earned the Henlopen Conference Southern Division Coach of the Year award after leading the 2023 Indians to a 9-1-1 record at states. At the DIAA state swimming tournament, the IR boys finished seventh overall with 108 points, the highest point total for any Henlopen Conference school. Senior Shane Hall came within one hundredth of a second of earning a medal in the 200-yard breaststroke event, touching the wall in 1:01.1. He also placed 8th in the 200-yard freestyle See SPORTS REVIEW page 63

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dedicated to promoting the game to all veterans and their family members. “The VGA is working tirelessly to create golfing programs that will keep veterans, their family members and children active in the game of golf for many years to come,” representatives said. The Delaware chapter of the VGA first became active in 2022, hosting eight separate in-state events, and in cooperation with the Maryland chapter of the VGA, hosted an additional five events at nearby Maryland courses in Delmarva. In 2023, the group grew to 14 in-state events, plus five additional nearby Maryland events. The 2024 season schedule, which has not yet been completely finalized, tentatively includes 17 in-state events and at least five Maryland events. Competition in the events is broken into flights that include Veterans, Wounded Veterans, Female Veterans, Family Members and Seniors. Veterans and their family members who are interested in joining the VGA, golf courses that may be interested in hosting the VGA and businesses that may be interested in sponsoring the VGA program can learn more about the program by visiting the VGA website, at VGAGolf.org. They may also contact the Delaware director and his assistant directors by email at Jeffery.Manalansan@vgagolf.org, Brian.Stettler@vgagolf.org or Bill.Foulois@vgagolf.org.

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Sports review Continued from page 61 event. Hall teamed with seniors Themo Rigakos and Evan Peterson and junior Alex Arnold to finish fourth in the 200yard freestyle relay and fifth in the 200yard medley relay. Rigakos also placed seventh in the 50-yard freestyle and 100-yard freestyle events. Hall and Rigakos were each awarded SecondTeam All-State Honors for their individual performances. Rigakos and Hall each committed to study and swim on the next level at Salisbury University.

Spring sports season Girls’ softball Head coach Sara Powell led the Indians to the school’s first DIAA championship game since 1998. The talent-laden Indians compiled an 18-4 overall record and were 12-1 in Henlopen Conference play. They captured the Southern Division and conference titles en route to the finale against Caravel Academy. Seniors Jillian Collins, Lily Hoban, Jaya Shaub and Kinsley Hall, along with junior Macy Blades, each earned First Team All Henlopen Conference honors. Second Team honorees featured senior Izzy Wade, juniors Megan Daisey and Katie McHale, and sophomores Sophie Scurci and Jillian Coulbourn. Hall also earned First Team All State kudos, while Shaub was a Second Team selection and Lily Hoban was an Honorable Mention. Five student athletes signed commitments to study and play women’s softball at the college level — Hall at the University of Mount Olive, Lily Hoban at Holy Family University, Wade at the University of Lynchburg, Collins at Delaware Valley University, and Daisey at Shenandoah University.

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Golf Head coach Billy Wingate led the Indians to the Henlopen Conference Southern Division title with 9-3 record (10-4 overall). They lost a 158-194 verdict to Northern Division champion Caesar Rodney in the conference title match. Junior transfer student athlete Sarah Lydic earned a fourth-place finish in the DIAA girls’ state championship tournament. She finished third after the first day of competition by shooting a 1-under-par. On Day 2, she shot a 4-over par to finish

3-over for the two-day tournament. It was her second straight fourthplace finish at the state championship showcase. Lydic, a First Team All Henlopen Conference selection, signed a commitment to study and play women’s golf at NCAA Division I member Wake Forest University. Senior Evan Carpenter earned Honorable Mention kudos.

Girls’ lacrosse First-year head coach Taylor Pridgeon led the Indians to a 6-9 overall record, including a 1-8 mark in conference play. Junior midfielder Kylie Harris finished the season with 68 goals, giving

her 171 for her career. In 2022, she became the school’s first girls’ lacrosse player to eclipse the 100plus career-goal mark and set a new single-season goal-scoring mark with 69 markers, finishing the season with 101. The Second Team All Henlopen Conference awardee also became only the fifth lacrosse student-athlete to eclipse the century mark for scoring. She joined boys’ lacrosse standouts Max Forrey (183 career goals), George Martin (178), William “Cole” Josetti (153) and Reece Stone (106). Junior midfielder Lilly Anthony earned First Team All Henlopen Conference kudos, while senior deSee SPORTS REVIEW page 65

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IRHS girls’ basketball wins at Milford, snaps three-game losing streak By Mike Stern Staff Reporter They entered the holiday break with the momentum of a hardfought victory. The Indian River High School girls’ basketball team defeated host Milford, 34-31, on Thursday, Dec. 21, to snap a three-game losing streak. “It’s good to be three-and-three at the break, but we feel we could have four or five victories,” said head coach Ron Dukes. “Our offense was in a rut the entire first half at Milford. We were taking good shots, but they just weren’t falling.” The Indians, who improved to 1-3 in Henlopen Conference competition, trailed 8-1 after one quarter and 17-10 at intermission. Junior guard Mya Whittington ignited the IR attack in the third quarter as they outscored the Buccaneers, 18-2, to take a 28-19 lead. Indian River protected the lead despite a furious Milford rally in the fourth stanza. Whittington finished with a game-high 17 points, and sophomore forward Jayla Hudson added 10 points, 13 rebounds and five steals. Sophomore guard Abby Bertling

contributed six rebounds, two steals and two assists. Senior guard A’Zaiyah Fullman led Milford with 12 points. The Indians resume their regularseason schedule when they take on visiting Southern Division foe Seaford on Thursday, Jan. 4, beginning at 5:30 p.m.

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Boys’ lacrosse Head coach Dave Spencer earned Henlopen Conference Coach of the Year honors after leading the Indians to the Southern Division crown. The Indians compiled an 11-6 record, including 11-1 in conference play. The IRHS boys’ lacrosse team, which began competing on the varsity level during the 2013 spring season, recorded a perfect 6-0 record against Henlopen Southern Division foes Woodbridge, Sussex Academy and Delmar to win the title. Senior attack Max Forrey became the school’s career-goal scoring king in an 11-2 win over Delmar on May 11. His fifth and final goal of the game gave him 60 for the season and the new school record of 179 for his COVID-19-shortened three-year Indian River lacrosse career. The marker enabled Forrey to surpass 2017 graduate George Martin’s 178 career tallies. Forrey added four more goals in the Indians’ 17-7 regularseason finale victory over visiting Woodbridge on Saturday, May 13, to give him 183 career markers.

The IRHS 100-plus career lacrosse goal scoring club also includes Martin (178 career markers), Harris (171) and boys’ players William “Cole” Josetti (153) and Reece Stone (106). Forrey, seniors Evan Peterson, Dennis Norwood and Bryce Rickabaugh and junior Cole Veirs each earned First Team All Henlopen Conference honors. Second Team awardees were seniors Blake Brightman, Vinnie Onarato and Harold Toomey, along with junior Bryce Johnson. Forrey and Norwood committed to study and play men’s lacrosse at Eastern University, and Rickabaugh committed to study and play the sport at McDaniel College.

Girls’ soccer Longtime lead assistant and firstyear varsity head coach Brandt Mais led the Indians to an overall record of 11-5-1 that included a 8-2-1 mark in Henlopen Conference competition. The Indians’ loss to Delmar prevented them from winning the Southern Division title. They did earn an at-large playoff bid, defeating Wilmington Christian 2-1 before losing 1-0 at Caravel Academy in the second round. Senior forward Bella Scurci netted

nine goals and 21 points to lead the team in both categories. Freshman forward Ella Peterson added six goals and 15 points, while junior goalkeeper Alex Davidson earned eight shutouts. Scurci, senior defender Kendall Cathell, sophomore midfielders Anahi Parada Basurto and Kamdyn Shockley, along with goalkeeper Davidson, each earned First Team All Conference honors. Peterson, freshman defender Meredith White, junior defender Madison Neal and senior midfielder Carley Topper each earned Second Team kudos. Junior midfielder Lilah Hanley was an Honorable Mention selection. Samantha Whelan earned Assistant Coach of the Year honors. Scurci committed to study and play women’s soccer at Holy Family University.

Girls’ tennis Head coach Greg Hockman led the Indians to a 7-4 record overall, the program’s best won-lost mark since the 2014 season. Individually, several student athletes were quite successful. Junior Lexxine Zullo posted nine singles wins and earned Third Team All Henlopen Conference honors. Senior Mya MacDonald earned seven singles wins to rank fourth in the HAC,

while senior Scarlett Dunn earned five wins for the season. In doubles play, senior Camryn Ehlers and junior Isabell Wisniewski earned seven wins to rank fourth in the conference. Juniors Kylie Courtney and Emelia Welch earned six wins to rank third in the HAC and earn Third Team All Conference kudos.

Boys’ tennis Head coach Neil Beahan earned the Coach of the Year award for the second straight season after leading the team to its second consecutive Southern Division championship. The Indians finished with an overall mark of 6-6 overall, including 6-4 in conference play. Individually, several student athletes had outstanding seasons. Stefano Cresta and Caleb Rodgers each won seven singles matches to rank third in the conference. Nolan Vasil won five singles matches to rank fifth in the conference. The doubles teams of senior Owen Andahazy and freshman Brayden Bennetch, as well as junior Evan Sprucebank with senior Brandon Cimmeron, each avenged regularseason losses during the Henlopen Conference tournament. See SPORTS REVIEW page 67

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Indians lose to Colonel Richardson in Governor’s Challenge opener By Mike Stern Staff Reporter The day after Christmas was anything but cheerful or bright for the Indian River High School boys’ basketball team. The Indians came out on the

wrong end of a 69-48 verdict against Colonel Richardson High of Fredericksburg, Md., in the opener of the Governor’s Challenge at the Wicomico Civic Center in Salisbury, Md., on Tuesday, Dec. 26. The Indians trailed 19-7 after

one quarter and 45-19 at intermission after the Colonels went on a 33-0 run during the first half. Dresden Lake led the winners with 24 points and 11 rebounds, and teammate Ja’Zir Dickerson added 20 points. Sophomore guard Tay’Von

Rounds led the Indians with 22 points, while senior forward Jeremiah Dennis added 14. The Indians (1-4 overall) are set to play against Crisfield High of Crisfield, Md., on Friday, Dec. 29, as part of the tourney.

McDonald to highlight 2024 Shorebirds Hot Stove Banquet Former Orioles pitcher and current TV color commentator Ben McDonald will serve as the featured guest at the Delmarva Shorebirds’ 21st annual Hot Stove Banquet, presented by Delmarva Sports Network, Peninsula Home Care and Sharp Water Culligan. The event will be held at the Wicomico Youth & Civic Center in Salisbury, Md., on Thursday, Feb. 8, 2024, from 6 to 9 p.m. McDonald is a familiar face for Baltimore fans, having been a commentator for the Orioles since 2016 and a previous pitcher for the team from 1989 to 1995. He currently serves as a color commentator on MASN. In addition to his Orioles broadcasting duties, McDonald also serves as an analyst for SEC games for ESPN and the SEC Network while calling color commentary for the NCAA Division I Men’s College World Series. Drafted first overall by the Orioles in 1989, McDonald made his MLB debut two weeks after signing his first professional contract. He

spent seven years with the Orioles, where he went 58-53 with a 3.89 ERA from 1989 to 1995. He then signed with the Milwaukee Brewers as a free agent in 1995 before officially retiring in 1998. Before being drafted by the Orioles, McDonald was selected straight out of high school in the 27th round by the Atlanta Braves in the 1986 MLB Draft. He decided not to sign and spent three years at Louisiana State University (LSU), where he played baseball, as well as two seasons of basketball. In 1988, he pitched for the United States in the 1988 Olympics hosted by South Korea, where the U.S. took home the gold medal after beating the 1984-champion Japanese team. The following year, McDonald went on to win the 1989 Golden Spikes Award with LSU, awarded to the nation’s top college baseball player. McDonald will be joined by Pat Filippone, president of 7th Inning Stretch LP, which owns the Delmarva Shorebirds, and Shorebirds

General Manager Chris Bitters. WBOC meteorologist Mike Lichniak will serve as the emcee for the night. “We are excited to be able to host Ben as our featured speaker for our Hot Stove event this year,” said Bitters. “This serves as the kickoff event for the season, and it’s a special way for us to not only get fans excited for 2024 but also give back to our local community.” Proceeds from the event will benefit the Fly Together Fund, the Shorebirds’ charitable organization, to continue to support and aid the Delmarva community. “After a brief break last year, we’re thrilled to host our annual Hot Stove event and bring back this great event not only as a reminder for the upcoming season, but also a great way to raise money for charity,” stated Bitters. “The Shorebirds are committed to giving back to our community each year and events like this make it possible to continue to impact those on Delmarva each season through

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Girls’ and boys’ track-and-f ield Head coach Bob Hahn led the girls’ and boys’ teams to a total of 13 new IRHS track-and-field records. The girls compiled a 6-1 overall record, 5-1 in Southern Division competition. Junior Brynn Crandell set Henlopen Conference meet records in the 1,600- and 3,200meter events. At the DIAA Division II state meet, Crandell won the 3,200-meter event and placed second in the 1,600 meter race. Junior Grace Robinson placed third in the pole vault. Crandell earned First Team All Conference honors. The boys captured the Southern Division championship with a perfect 6-0 record and a 7-0 overall mark. Junior Rashad Hopkins captured the HAC championship in the high jump. Senior Hayden Hall was third in the pole vault, freshman Darnell Stokes was third in the 100-meter dash and senior Cole Brickman finished third in the 110-meter hurdles. At the DIAA Division II state meet, Brickman won the 110-meter hurdles for the second consecutive year. Hall was second in the pole vault, junior Alexander Arnold was third in the pole vault, and Hopkins was third in the high jump.

Boys’ volleyball Head coach Jay Clark led the Indians to a won-lost record of 10-4 overall and 2-2 in Henlopen Conference play. They reached the DIAA state playoffs, dropping a 3-2 verdict to visiting Newark Charter in the opening round.

Senior Caleb Galbreath earned First Team All Division honors, while senior Connor Bird was a Second Team selection. Senior Jordy Estrada and junior Grason Howard each earned Third Team kudos. Galbreath committed to study and play men’s volleyball at Stevenson University.

Fall sports season Football Head coach Phillip Townsend led the Indians to their best season since 2012. The Green & Gold posted an 8-4 won-lost record, including 5-2 in District 2 competition to earn their third consecutive DIAA Division 1A playoff berth. Indian River defeated Brandywine, 14-10 in a quarterfinal showdown before losing, 28-7, to eventual Class 1A state champion Tatnall. Their five-game winning streak was the football program’s longest since the 2012 playoff team’s seven-game string of success. In addition, their eight victories were the most in a season since the 2012 team went 9-3 before losing to eventual state champ Caravel Academy in the state semi-finals. Eight Indian River High School student athletes combined to claim 13 DIAA All State awards as part of the 2023 All-Class 1A team. The First Team offense includes junior tailback Jayvion Chandler, sophomore fullback Davon Handy and sophomore wide receiver Darnell Stokes. Chandler rushed for a teamhigh 1,141 yards and 12 touchdowns on 180 carries, for a 6.33-yards-percarry average. Handy galloped for 689 yards and five touchdowns on 95 carries, averaging 7.25 per touch. Stokes, who made 18 receptions for 493 yards and six touchdowns, also rushed 39 times for 527 yards and

nine TDs. He also notched a pair of defensive touchdowns for a total of 17 six-pointers. On the other side of the line of scrimmage, senior Rashad Hopkins earned the Class 1A Defensive Player of the Year award after making 57 tackles, including 53 solo stops. In addition, Hopkins recorded four sacks, seven tackles for lost yardage, three forced fumbles, three recovered bobbles and two defensive TDs. Hopkins also earned First Team defensive kudos, along with Stokes at defensive back. Stokes made 33 tackles, intercepted three pass attempts and broke up eight rival aerials to help the Indians’ defense hold opponents to one touchdown or less in five games this past season. Senior Axel Olguin-Hernandez also earned First Team kudos as a placekicker and punter. He averaged 41 yards per punt, including a 57yard kick, his longest of the campaign. Ten of his kickoffs resulted in touchbacks that prevented returns by IR’s opponents. And his outstanding place-kicking exploits added 34 points to the Indians’ offense. Seniors Austin Grise at center, guard Collin King and tackle Olguin-Hernandez each earned Second-Team Offense honors. The trio helped their offensive line bulldoze through opposing defenses, enabling the Indians to rush for 2,614 yards while protecting their quarterback. Second-Team defensive honorees are linebacker King and senior tackle Bryce Johnson. King was IR’s leading tackler, with 122 stops, while Johnson made 67 tackles, including 57 solo stops and 13 tackles for lost yardage. He also recorded a sack and forced a fumble, and broke up three rival pass attempts. The Indians also earned 16 AllDistrict 2 honors within Class 1A,

including senior defensive back Robert Ribinsky.

Girls’ f ield hockey New head coach Torrie Huk led her student athletes to an 8-7 overall won-lost mark, including 7-7 in Henlopen Conference play. Williamson earned a DIAA Second Team All State selection after finishing the 2023 season with a team-leading 24 goals and 57 points. For her two-year career, she has 30 goals and 76 points. Williamson was one of four Indians named to the All-South Division First-Team. Joining her were senior attack Macy Blades, junior goalie Jazmin Mayfield and sophomore midfielder Ella Peterson. Senior defenders Kylie Harris and Grace Robinson were Second Team selections, while sophomore defender Reece Forrey was named Honorable Mention. The Indians barely missed qualifying for the state playoffs.

Cross-country Head coach Rick Hundley’s star pupil captured her third straight DIAA Division II cross-country state championship. Junior Brynn Crandell crossed the finish line with an impressive time of 18:20.90 at Brandywine Creek State Park in Wilmington. Her closest competitor finished with a time of 8:49.90. Crandell also committed to study and compete at the University of Delaware for cross-country, as well as indoor and outdoor track-and-field. The girls’ team compiled a wonlost mark of 7-2 while the boys were 6-3.

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Girls’ volleyball New head coach Paul Gibson led the Indians to an 8-8 won-lost record, including 7-4 in Henlopen Conference play. Indian River shook off a mid-season slump to win five straight games and reach the postseason for the second straight season and the sixth time in the last seven years. They dropped a 3-1 verdict at Concord in the opening round of the DIAA state playoffs.

Senior libero Jade Wilkins and junior right side hitter Leilani Ehlers earned First Team All Henlopen Conference honors. Junior middle hitter Gracie Hoban, senior setter Taylor Conaway and senior outside hitter Alisa Tyre were Second Team awardees. Junior middle hitter Anna Wiest earned Honorable Mention kudos.

Boys’ soccer Head coach Brandt Mais led the Indians to an overall won-lost-tied mark of 10-5-3, including 6-3-1 in Henlopen Conference play. Junior

forward Leo Chester earned First Team All State honors after leading the team with 12 goals and 31 points. His two markers helped carry the team past Newark Charter, 3-0 in a second round DIAA playoff game on Nov. 7. Sophomore midfielder Angelo Retzos also earned First Team All State kudos. His first goal of the season helped the Indians defeat Brandywine in a DIAA state quarterfinal showdown. The Indians were well-represented, with 10 awardees gracing the 2023 All-Henlopen Conference soccer team. The First Team included

December 29, 2023 IR’s top two leading scorers, Chester and junior midfielder Deny CruzBonilla, who scored eight goals and 19 points. Retzos and senior defender Luke Veirs also earned First Team kudos. Junior goalkeeper Kai Kelley highlighted the Second Team after notching seven shutouts. The Second Team also featured sophomore midfielder Paublo Arias, senior midfielder Cole Veirs, sophomore defender Christopher Alamillo and junior forward Dominic Delaney. Junior midfielder Raul Labarias earned Honorable Mention kudos.

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

Estate of Betty Jo Ellis, Deceased. Notice is hereby given that Letters of Testamentary upon the estate of Betty Jo Ellis who departed this life on November 1, 2023, late of Ocean View, DE were duly granted unto Catherine E. England and Samuel E. Ellis on December 5, 2023 and all persons indebted to the said deceased are required to make payments to the said Executors without delay, and all persons having demands against the deceased are required to exhibit and present the same duly probated to the said Executors on or before July 1, 2024 or abide by the law in this behalf. EXECUTORS: Catherine E. England Samuel E. Ellis

ADDRESS: 53 Marlborough Lane, Glen Mills, PA 19342 38158 Yacht Basin Road, Ocean View 19970

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To Whom it May Concern: This is to advise that Anthony Patrick Tomaini of 17 Polly Branch Road, Selbyville, of Sussex County, Delaware, will be filing with the Prothonotary in and for Sussex County, State of Delaware, an application for a License to Carry a Concealed Deadly Weapon, according to the laws of the State of Delaware.

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LEGALS UNKNOWN HEIRS OF ESTATE OF JAY NORMAN KELLNER; DECEASED ON JULY 14, 2022

You are hereby notified that the personal representatives of the Estate have filed a First & Final Accounting at the Register of Wills, Sussex County, 5 E. Pine Street, Georgetown, DE, 19947. Jay Norman Kellner resided at 24844 Magnolia Circle, Millsboro, DE 19966. Anyone who is a beneficiary for this Estate, the account will be open for your inspection and exception for three (3) months from the date of this notice. PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE: John F. Casey 24844 Magnolia Circle, Millsboro, DE 19966

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NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Planning and Zoning Commission of the Town of Ocean View will hold a review of Application P-346, a concept plan submission for “The Howard Property Subdivision” submitted by the applicant Plitko, LLC, on behalf of the property owners, Paul G. Brown, Trustee, et al. The plan proposes the subdivision of three (3) parcels of land into 16 lots. The property is approximately 8.28 acres and zoned R-1 (Single-Family Residential), located at 105 Central Avenue (PIDN: 055.010 / CTM# 134-12.00-499.00), 97 Woodland Avenue (PIDN: 057.040 / CTM# 134-12.00-498.00), and 99 Woodland Avenue (PIDN: 057.030 / CTM# 134-12.00-498.03) 129 Central Avenue, lot 2 (PIDN: 024.002 / CTM# 134-12.00-446.01) & 129 Central Avenue, lot 3 (PIDN: 024.003 / CTM# 134-12.00-446.02)

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Planning and Zoning Commission of the Town of Ocean View will hold a review of Applications P-347 & P-348 associated with a land development plan for the creation of a condominium “The Latitude on Central” submitted by the property owner, Stephen Doyle/Excel Builders, LLC. Application P-346 proposes the creation of two (2) condominium units at 129 Central Ave, Lot No. 2. Application P-347 proposes the creation of two (2) condominium units on 129 Central Ave, Lot No. 3. Both parcels are zoned R-3 (Townhouse & Multifamily District), located at 129 Central Avenue, lots 2 & 3. (PIDNs 024.002 & 024.003 / CTM# 134-12.00-446.01 & 134-12.00-446.02)

The Town will hold these reviews on Thursday, January 18, 2024 at 4:00pm or as soon as possible thereafter in the Ocean View Community Center located at 32 West Avenue, adjacent to John West Park. All interested parties are welcome to attend. The meeting will be available online via livestream on the Town’s YouTube channel. The link to the livestream will appear on the posted agenda for the meeting and in the calendar portion of the Town’s website, www.oceanviewde.gov. Please note that the meeting agenda is subject to change.

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 20231229 1T

BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT TOWN OF SELBYVILLE NOTICE

The Board of Adjustment for the Town of Selbyville will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, January 17, 2024, at 5:00 P.M., or as soon thereafter that the application may be heard, at the Town Hall, 1 West Church Street, Selbyville, Delaware, for the following applications:

(1) Application submitted by Jose Cardoba concerning residential real property located in the HR Historic Residential District at 28 Dukes Street, Selbyville, Delaware 19975, identified as Sussex County Tax Map and Parcel No. 533-16.16-15.00, seeking a variance from the minimum rear yard setback requirement imposed by Section 200-73.B of the Zoning Code. (2) Application submitted by Bruce Hrebik concerning industrial real property located in the IP Industrial Park District at 9 Mason Drive, Selbyville, Delaware 19975, identified as Sussex County Tax Map and Parcel No. 533-16.00-135.00, seeking a variance from the minimum side and rear yard setback requirements imposed by Section 200-94.B of the Zoning Code.

The proposed applications are available at the Town Hall for review Monday through Friday, 8:00 A.M. to 4:30 P.M. All persons interested are hereby invited to submit comments to the Board for its consideration and/or to be present and attend the meeting where a determination will be made by said Board.

The public hearing may be adjourned from time to time by said Board without further notice. CP 20231229 1T

TOWN OF FRANKFORD NOTICE OF TOWN COUNCIL ELECTION NOTICE OF SOLICITATION FOR CANDIDATES AND QUALIFICATIONS TO VOTE

The Annual Election for the Town of Frankford Town Council shall be held at the Frankford Town Hall, #9 Main Street, Frankford, Delaware on Saturday, February 3, 2024 from 1:00PM to 4:00PM. Three (3) Town Council Members shall be elected and the Town Council terms are for a period of two (2) years.

Qualifications for Candidate(s) for the Town Council must meet all of the following requirements: Each Council member shall be at least eighteen (18) years of age: shall have resided in The Town for at least one year immediately preceding the date of election; shall be a qualified voter (as set forth below) in the Town of Frankford; and shall not have been convicted of a felony. Anyone wishing to file as a candidate for the election must file a written Notice of Intention at the Frankford Town Hall no later than 4:30pm on January 12, 2024.

Qualifications to vote for the Town of Frankford Elections must meet all, of the following requirements: Every person who is a citizen of the United States; is at least eighteen (18) years of age; Has resided within the corporate limits of the Town for at least thirty (30) days prior to the next Town election; and is registered as required by law, shall be a qualified voter of the Town. Every qualified voter of the Town shall be entitled to vote in any or all Town elections: Voter Registration will close on Friday, January 12, 2024.

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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED for The Christian Storehouse in Millsboro, a non-profit thrift store. Flexible days and hours. Call Teri for details: 30 2 . 9 3 4.8151

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PT LIBRARY LIBRARY ASSISTANT/CLERK ASSIST ANT/CLERK The library assistant/clerk is responsible for performing the circulation department procedures which ensure quality customer service and the smooth, effective flow of library materials, along with maintaining the public service image of the library. Weekly hours and compensation will be determined according to the incumbent’s subject knowledge, experience and library needs. Nights and weekends are required.

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24” PLUSH VLASIC STORK Never displayed. $50 OBO. 302.934.8119

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FRIGIDAIRE WINE cooler. 22”w x 22”d x 34”h. Single zone, glass door. Like new. $175 3 0 2 . 5 1 9 . 8 2 7 9 WHIRLPOOL STAINLESS side by side refrigerator with ice maker. 14 months old. Excellent condition. $550, cash & carr y. Leave message: 3 4 7 . 5 4 6 . 9 8 0 6 WHIRLPOOL, BLACK dishwasher. Works great. $100 302.567.1203 SUSSEX COUNTY HABITAT for Humanity ReStore accepts donations of working appliances 10 years old or less for families in need. 302.855.1156

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December 29, 2023

AUTOMOTIVE

FURNITURE

MISCELLANEOUS

MUSIC

SPORTS & EXERCISE

60” BLACK TRUCK TOOL box; 50” silver diamond truck tool box. $100 each. 3 02 . 8 29.8 390

LA-Z-BOY RECLINING 90” sofa and 66” reclining loveseat. Tan fabric. Pet and smoke-free home. REDUCED! $450 Pics available. Text or leave message: 443.226.0043

FREE-STANDING ICE maker. Makes about 10-15 pounds/day. $50 3 0 2.229.7898

BIG BUTTON PLUG-IN phone. Hardly used. $20 410.310.6633

PVM 112 FLOOR MONITOR 2-way passive. $40 302.278.1 4 4 1

PARK BICYCLE REPAIR stand. $25 302.278.1441

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

ANVIL FIBER CASES FOR drum protection. 10”, 12”, & 13”; hard case for 22” base drums. $100 takes all. 302.278.1 4 4 1

GATOR TONNEAU COVER Fits 6.5’ bed of Silverado/ Sierra, 2014-19. REDUCED! $100 8 60.2 37. 1861 NEW, BLACK, 48” TRUCK toolbox. Paid $340; asking $150. 3 02.7 32. 3637 DONATE YOUR CAR/ truck/ RV. Lutheran Mission Society of MD. Compassion Place Ministries help local families with food, clothing, counseling. Tax deductible. MVA licensed #W1044. 410.228.8437 CompassionPlace.org

BROWN LOVESEAT VERY good condition. $50 302.229.7898 (3) STURDY, WOOD TABLES with detachable legs. 8’l. Very good condition. Stained brown tone. $60 for all 3, or $25 each. 302.344.0169 WOOD DESK CHAIR, white wash finish. Swivel with 4 legs. Approximately 34”h; seat 17”. $40 609.247.3649

BOATING & FISHING WALKER BAY SAILBOAT 100” aft-stern, 50” at widest. 2 oars, keel, rudder, 2-part 170” mast, boom, sail in bag. $200 OBO. Pics available. Text: 443.2 26. 0043 LEAD SINKERS .25¢/OZ Mix & match. Trolling: 3, 4, & 14 oz.; Bank: 3/8, 3, & 4 oz.; Egg: 3, 4, 5, & 6 oz. 3 02 . 5 42.9 500

ELECTRONICS APPLE iPAD PRO 1st Generation. 32GB, Wi-Fi, 9.7” rose gold. Includes case and power cord. Excellent condition. $95 4 10 . 4 91.7 311 TECHNIQUES turntable. 3 02 . 2 78.1 441

1100A $100

PAIR OF SWIVEL CHAIRS Blue and beige print. Excellent condition. $200 for both. 7 1 7 . 5 7 5 . 8 3 1 4 (2) END TABLES, MEDIUM (1) glass and mirror; (1) round. $20 each. 717.575.8314

HUNTING DEER STAND SCREW-IN steps: $2 each; 16’ aluminum ladder: $35; ATV camo cover, brand new: $30; Flambeau 2-gun storage case: $40 302.542.9500

KITCHEN MIKASA CHINA, WEDDING band pattern. (4) 5-piece place settings. White with gold edge, hardly used. $30 Pics available. Text: 443.226.0043

FREE UHF ANTENNA - LIKE NEW 3 02 . 6 16.1 699 (2) LA-Z-BOY RECLINERS (1) brown, (1) dark green. 3 02 . 6 44.7 234 MEDICAL EQUIPMENT and pick up of unused equipment available. Call Guy at Bethany Beach Christian Church: 3 0 2 . 9 2 7 . 0 1 6 9 or Pastor Rich at 3 0 2. 539.4 118

FURNITURE (2) WHITE, RATTAN ARM chairs. Indoor/outdoor. Excellent condition; matching pair. $50 6 10 . 9 52.2 261 POWER RECLINER LIFT chair. Neck, lumbar, leg adjustments. Pride Heritage, black cherry. Great shape. Pet & smoke-free home. $200 Text or call: 3 02 . 2 49.7 901

LONCHAMPS CRISTAL D’Arques stemmed glasses: 4 water and 4 wine glasses. $20 Pics available. Text: 443.226.0043 (2) WHITE KITCHEN counter-height stools. Wood with upholstered seat and back. REDUCED! $100 for both. Pics available. 410.326.6690

LAWN & GARDEN MTD BAGGER FOR RIDING mower. 2 bags, good condition. $20 3 0 2 . 8 2 9 . 8 3 9 9

MISCELLANEOUS HEAVY-DUTY SAFE ON wheels. 17.5”w x 21”h x 24”d with combination lock. Includes manual. SUPER REDUCED! $95 302.278.1441 FEATHER-LIGHT chair - new. 717.575.8314

WHEEL $150

HARLEY LADIES’ JACKETS Dress brown leather, small: $50 OBO; long, cream spring/fall, large: $75 OBO 3 0 2.934.8119 NEW, NEVER OPENED vinyl: Madonna; David Bowie; CCR Revival; Julio Iglesias; Cindy Lauper; Julian Lennon; Johnny Mathis; Ann Murray; 1988 Summer Olympics album. Best Offers. 3 0 2.934.8119 POKER PLAYERS’ DELIGHT Multi-colored chips & 2 decks of cards in a round swivel container. $404 43.373.1550 ROMANCE PAPERBACKS .50¢ each. 302.541.0475 CAMPERS’ DRY BOX 16” x 24” x 30”. $30 3 0 2.545.6790 PROFESSIONAL GRADE grow lights. 1000 watt switchable HPS, with/ without ballasts. All with lenses, Raptor hoods. Great for greenhouses. $100 OBO each. 267.691.9823 (20) VHS DISNEY animation tapes. Make offer. 3 0 2.344.0169 HOOVER FLOOR MATE, the Hard Floor Cleaner. Brand new, in box. Vacuums, washes, and dries. $150 3 0 1.875.7061 RAZOR C35 STAND-ON scooter. Lithium battery. New, in box. $475 3 0 1.526.0065 LARGE AMERICAN Tourister suitcase on wheels with combination lock. $60 4 4 3.373.1550 5’ x 4’ HANDMADE QUILT Multi-colored. $100. Can text pics. 443.373.1550 HEAVY-DUTY SAFE ON wheels. 17.5”w x 21”h x 24”d with combination lock. Includes manual. $175 3 0 2 .278.1441 SET OF 8 PLACE SETTINGS with serving dishes, and stainless steel serving forks, spoons. Stanley Robers’ Astro from Japan, circa 1950. Unused. $150 3 0 2.537.4425

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MUSIC AQUARIAN 20” SUPER Kick II bass drum head. Like new. $25 302.278.1441 ANVIL FIBER CASES FOR drum protection. 10”, 12”, & 13”; hard case for 22” base drums. REDUCED! $50 takes all. 302.278.1441 TOCA PLAYER SERIES Conga/ bongo set with stand. $300 302.462.1884 WORKING MAN SWR 15 bass amp. $350 302.462.1884 EPIPHONE EL CAPITAN acoustic/electric bass guitar. $350 302.462.1884 (2) PANASONIC CONSOLE speakers. 4” tweeters in each. $15 for the pair. 302.344.0169

PETS & SUPPLIES (2) GORGEOUS ENGLISH bulldog pups for free adoption. Previous owner just passed away. 13 weeks old, up-to-date on shots, good health. Contact: kellycoux33@gmail.com COME & GET ‘EM! KITTENS Born mid-October. (1) grey, (1) dark grey, and (1) black. One, two, or all three. 267.614.8 7 5 6 FANCY GUPPIES - BABIES to adults. Very unique, bright colors. $2 each. Texts preferred. 3 0 2 .8 4 1 .4 5 6 2 MEDIUM-LARGE cage and bed. 717.575.8 3 1 4

DOG $30

COVERED LITTER BOX slightly used. $10 Call Mike: 302.344.0 1 6 9 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. 302.355.9 9 7 9 ARE YOU A PET OWNER? Do you want to get up to 100% back on vet bills? Physicians Mutual Insurance Company had Pet Coverage that can help. Call 888.928.1655 to get a free quote or visit InsureBarkMeow.com/mddc

SPORTS & EXERCISE CAP OLYMPIC WEIGHT bar. Center knurls, rotating collars, 7” long. $30 302.339.7 6 9 1 OLHAUSEN 7’ SLATE POOL table. Sheraton model. Leather pockets, 6+ cue sticks, padded cover, balls, rack & more. Originally $2,450. Asking $700. Text or leave message: 443.226.0 0 4 3 COLORADO CYCLIST Special Titanium 54”cm road bike Dura Ace Ultegra custom wheel set. 17 lobs. Excellent condition. Paid $2,200 for frame. Asking $989 302.2 7 8 .1 4 4 1

GYMAX TREADMILL Displays speed/step/time/ distance/heart rate/calories. Very good condition. $75 3 0 2 .5 3 9 .1 2 0 2 ELECTRIC BIKE RAZOR Rambler 20. New, in box. Asking $975 3 0 1 .5 2 6 .0 0 6 5 MEN’S TREK DELUXE bike. Like new, ridden once. $175 7 1 7 .5 7 5 .8 3 1 4 AQUA LUNG SPORT SET Snorkel, mask & flippers, size 9-13: $30; mask & flipper sets: $20 each; snorkels: $10 each; goggles: $5 each. 4 1 0 .3 1 0 .6 6 3 3 PROKEDEMA PADDLE ball set: $15 4 1 0 .3 1 0 .6 6 3 3 UNIVEGA GRAY TOURING 10-speed bike. Great condition. REDUCED! $25 Call Jack: 6 1 0 .4 6 8 .9 2 9 5 26” VECTRA BIKE, 5-SPEED Almost new. Asking $50 7 2 7 .8 1 0 .8 7 8 2 BOWFLEX & EXERCISE bike. $150 takes both! 3 0 2 .6 6 3 .9 3 2 6

TOOLS BIL-JAX SCAFFOLDING 4’ x 7’. 2 sets with wheels. $200 for both. Ladder jacks (1 set): $100 3 0 2 .4 6 2 .1 8 8 4 ELECTRIC POWER WASHER 2030 psi. Used once. $35 7 1 7 .5 7 5 .8 3 1 4 CRAFTSMAN 4” JOINTER New blades, mounted on box table with wood chip container. $175 3 0 2 .4 3 6 .9 0 0 5 HAND TRUCK BY WESCO No air required tires. 500# capacity. $40 3 0 2 .3 3 9 .7 6 9 1 C-CLAMPS, SIZE 8”. LIKE new. $22 each, OBO 3 0 2 .7 8 5 .7 0 7 0

WANTED CAR NEEDED FOR WORK Able to pay $1,500-$2,000. Must pass inspection. 3 0 2 .3 4 4 .0 1 6 9 GARAGE SPACE TO USE for refinishing furniture. Climate controlled preferred. 4 4 3 .8 5 1 .3 8 2 5

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OCEAN VIEW OFFICE SUITE 1090 sq ft • 1st floor • Fronts Central Av Ave. Kitchenette, bathroom, conference room, office space, and work stations. Available early 2024. $1,600/month, lease term negotiable.

Call Steve: 484.883.2445

December 29, 2023

YEAR-ROUND/SEASONAL All units are N/S, N/P unless otherwise noted. Credit application and security deposit required. Zion Church, Frankford: 3BR/2BA mobile. $1,600 per month + utilities. Bethany Bay, Ocean View: 4BR/3BA furnished, 3rd floor condo. $2,200 per month + utilities. Forest Reach, Frankford: 3BR/2BA furnished, single-family home with garage and screened porch. $2,200 per month + util.

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Bayville Shores, Selbyville: 3BR/3.5BA unfurnished townhome with garage. $2,300 per month + utilities.

WE BUY CARS. Running or not. 302.732.3529

Blackwater Village, Dagsboro: 4BR/2.5BA single family home with beautiful views Pets considered. $2,500 per month + utilities.

Bayville Shores, Selbyville: 3BR/3.5BA fully furnished townhome with garage and water views. $2,650 per month + utilities; minimum 18 month lease. Sycamore Chase, Frankford: 4BR/3BA single family home with garage in newer community. Can be unfurnished. $2,700 per month + utilities. Fairway Villas, Cripple Creek: 4BR/2.5BA single-family home with 2-car garage. $2,900 per month + utilities. Bethany: 3BR/3.5BA furnished 2-story home with garage overlooking the Salt Pond. Pets considered. $2,950 per month + utilities.

Taramino Place, The Villas of Lewes: Millville by the Sea: Brand new, 4BR/2.5BA 3BR/2.5BA unfurnished townhome. $2,950 2-story townhome with garage. $2,600 per per month + utilities. month + utilities. Tower Shores, Bethany Beach: 4BR/3BA furnished townhome, just steps from the beach. $3,500 per month + utilities.

WINTER RENTALS RENTALS Millville by the Sea: 5BR/4BA furnished single family home. Available thru April 15. $2,700/month + utilities + 2% rental tax.

Millville by the Sea, Millville: 4BR/3BA furnished townhome with garage. $3,152 per month + utilities + 2% rental tax.

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Coastal Point

December 29, 2023

By Jan Buckner Walker ™

The Original Crossword Puzzle for Kids and Their Favorite Adults The across clues are for kids and the down clues are for grown-ups!

Kids Across

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Parents Down

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December 29, 2023

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607 OLD POST CT, BETHANY BEACH This new custom home was developed, designed and built to cater to the most discerning buyer. Gourmet kitchen that includes custom cabinetry, quartz surfaces, a wine & beverage cooler. Hardwood floors, cabinetry surprises, home automation and spacious rooms abound throughout this 3,500 sq ft home. The complete landscaping package delights with color and defines the hardscape for the driveway and pathway to the built-in shed, outdoor shower and deck. Neighborhood amenities include a community center, exercise gym, 2 pools (one heated), a playground, tennis and pickleball courts, kayak storage/canal access and fun activities. $2,450,000 (DESU2045282) Call Sandy Greene (c) 302-745-2382

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31792 MARSH ISLAND AVE, LEWES Stunning detached two-story (2500+sq ft) boasts an array of desirable features with 4 BRs and 3.5 baths in the beautiful community of Bayfront at Rehoboth in Lewes. Gourmet kitchen is a chef's delight, equipped with modern amenities, upgraded countertops, a pantry, and recessed lighting. An enclosed sun room offers ideal spots for enjoying the outdoors. The exterior features extensive hardscaping and a well-maintained lawn with a sprinkler system plus an oversized attached garage with storage. Home is sold As Is. $979,500 (DESU2047492) Call Mary Jo Cole (c) 443-615-4986

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106 NICOLES CT, MILLSBORO Welcome to this affordable, spacious and bright 2067 sq ft townhome with an open concept floor plan located in the Villages at Millwood. Well maintained with beautiful upgrades featuring a covered porch, versatile lower level, gorgeous upgraded kitchen, private sundeck, garage, driveway. Enjoy community amenities- lawn care, fitness center, outdoor pool. Close to shopping, restaurants, entertainment. Asking $279,900 (DESU2052388) Call Chrisy Tingle (c) 302-377-4159

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38054 MOCKINGBIRD LANE #87, SELBYVILLE You'll love the updated kitchen (Spring 2023) in this classic Mallard Lakes townhome! Open living space with a bright sunroom overlooking the pond is the perfect place to relax and enjoy the view. Mallard Lakes is a hidden gem with lots of great amenities just 2-1/2 miles to the beach. This well-maintained 2-br 1-1/2 ba unit is convenient to restaurants and shopping and won’t last long. Don’t miss out - make your plan to see it today! $349,000 (DESU2051192) Call Nancye Vermillion (c) 302-500-9255

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8 LARCHMONT CT, OCEAN VIEW Beautiful well appointed 5 bed, 4.5 bath Coastal home with an open floor plan on a large cul de sac lot backing to nature not neighbors- privacy! Former model home in Tidal Walk with upgrades galore- gourmet kitchen, large sundeck with retractable awning, porch, fireplace, outdoor shower, enclosed garage for 3 cars, lots of storage, loft, sustainable wood floors, community pool and lawn maintenance- Move-inReady-only 1.5 miles to beach. Asking $945,000 (DESU2050040) Call Chrisy Tingle (c) 302-377-4159

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38331 BLUEBIRD LN #370 RT 54 WEST FENWICK 2 Bd & 2 FULL Ba W/Sunroom Overlooks a Beautiful Freshwater Lake & is Just STEPS to the Back Pool. Fully Furnished/Turnkey. So Many Features: Replacement Windows, All Appliances & New W/D. Built in's for additional Storage, Recessed Lighting & Fireplace. DON'T Miss this Exceptional Opportunity. Just 2 Miles to the Beach in this Very Popular Community. $360,000 (DESU2052022)

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34715 PORT COURT, BAY COLONY Beautiful Coastal Farmhouse. The quality craftsmanship of Live Oak Home Builders is easily exemplified by the 100% American Made Wellborn custom cabinetry, conditioned crawlspace, shiplap accent walls, luxurious trim package, and extreme attention to detail throughout. The coveted Bay Colony community features a community pool, private beach, marina, tennis, pickleball, and clubhouse with a low HOA fee. $974,900 (DESU2041964) Call Brad Absher (c) 302-214-LAND

110 69TH STREET, UNIT D, OCEAN CITY Includes Deeded Boat Slip. When you make Broad Marsh your home, you can pull into your very own over-sized garage, unpack, and prepare for the most relaxing escape possible. Want to take your boat out for a sunset cruise? Your very own deeded dock is just steps away. This stunning beach retreat offers the finest coastal lifestyle with open concept living and boasts two private BRs and two ensuites to slip away. Features Gourmet kitchen with a breakfast bar and three balconies. Beautifully maintained to perfection! Sleeps 12. Fully Furnished. $739,000 (MDWO2017144) Call Sandra Erbe (c) 443-848-3004

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103 S. NEWPORT WAY, DAGSBORO Wow! Beautiful 4 BR/3.5 BA Home has over 3,500(!) square feet of living space on a private wooded lot with just under a half-acre of land located only a few miles west of Bethany Beach in the community of Bethany Forest. $624,900 (DESU2049964) Call Eddie Rohe (c) 410-908-9137

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35108 BURBAGE ROAD, OCEAN VIEW Inviting Cape Cod Home nestled on a generous 1.5acre lot in Ocean View with NO HOA FEES!!! Just 4.6 miles to Bethany Beach. Expansive 1.5acre lot allows space fro private swimming pool, RV & boat parking for outdoor enjoyment. With 4 BRs and 2 BA, this 2119 SQ FT home is a spacious residence and an ideal haven for families seeking both space and functionality close to Beaches and Bays. Wrap around front porch and plenty of room for parking. 2 Car Garage and extra large driveway/parking area. Home is NOT in legal subdivision of Bishops Landing. $470,000 (DESU2045974) Call Tammy Mushrush (c) 302-381-8868

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