‘Fire&Ice’ontheforecastforweekend
ByKerinMagill StaffReporter
Aforecastofrainfortheopening dayoftheFire&IceFestivalthisweekendhascausedorganizerstopushsome eventsplannedforFridaytoSundayinstead.
Thedecisionwasmadeearlierthis week,accordingtoLaurenWeaver,ex-
Millsborobypass expectedtoopen latesummer
BySusanCanfora StaffReporter
Recentsnowdidn’tdelayworkon theMillsboroBypass,underconstructionsincethespringof2023,when groundwasbroken,andnowexpected to openinlatesummerthisyear.
“Thesnowwasaccountedfor,”DelDOTCivilEngineerGeorgePierce toldtheCoastalPointthisweek.“Those snowdayswerebuiltin.It’sonschedule. Alotofpeoplearewatchingitandseeingitmoveforward.We’regetting there.”
Aribbon-cutting,nodoubtattended byDelawaredignitaries,willbeplanned inAugustorSeptember,hesaid.Once thebypassopens,alltraffictraveling intoMillsborofromRoute24tothe east,willbedirectedontothebypass. TrafficheadingnorthonRoute113will stillbeabletoturnrightontoRoute24 andgointodowntownMillsboro.
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ecutivedirectoroftheBethany-Fenwick AreaChamberofCommerce,which overseestheevent,afterconsultingwith SussexCountyEmergencyServicesDirectorTimCooper.
“Thisisthebeautyofrunningawinter event.Everybodywaslike,‘Yeah,I’m free,’”Weaversaidwithachuckle.
Saturday’sevents,shesaid,“arenot beingtouched.”
Thenewschedulemeansthatall eventsinMillville’sEvansParkwillbe heldonSunday,Feb.2,from11a.m.to 6p.m.Thatincludesawalkingtourof icesculpturesallday,anice-carving demofrom11:30a.m.to1:30p.m.and aliveband,Decade80,from2to4p.m.
Inaddition,throughouttheday, therewillbeamagmavolcanobringing the “fire”toFire&Ice,aswellas“vol-
canic”s’moresandfirepitstowarmup with.
Therewillalsobeaninflatableobstaclecourseandfoodtrucksonsiteat EvansParkthroughoutthedayonSunday.
EventsinBethanyBeachthathave
IRSDtofloat$22Mreferendumtomeetbudgetshortfalls
ByMikeSmith StaffReporter
andbridgeabudgetgapforhiringnew teachersandsupportstaff.Thedistrict alreadyhasoneofthelargesteducationalworkforcesinthestate,with 1,000teachersand300paraprofessionals.
“Thisisapay-noworpay-latersituation,”saidBoardMemberAnitaWest-
Werner.“Wehavetoburdenthetaxpayernowwithareferendum.Butwe cantakethisnewfundingraisedfurther andnothavetogotoreferendumagain intheshort-termyears.”
“Ourgoalistomakesureourkids aregettingthebesteducationpossible and thatwehavethequalityteachers
andthestafftheyneed,”saidBoard MemberMarkSteele,himselfaformer IRSDadministrator.“Wehavepushed thisreferendumoutasfaraswecan. Thelastreferendumtoraisefunding
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elingthroughthequaintdowntown,insteadoftakingthebypass,isstillonthe mindsofsomebusinessownersandresidentswhodon’twantthemthere. Piercehadpreviouslysaidthereareno plansfora“NoTrucksThroughTown” stipulationandthatifitwereimplemented,itwouldhavetobeenforced. “Andthatwouldputalotofpressureon thelocalpolice.”
“It’saconstantbattle,buttherewill benoreasonfortruckstogothrough town,sothefirststepistobuilditand seehowitworks,”Piercesaid.
MillsboroPoliceChiefBrianCallowaythisweektoldtheCoastalPoint thatplanhasn’tchanged,butifitdoes, hesaid,hewilltalktothetrucking companyandaskthatdriversstrictly usethebypass.Implementingthatstipulationwouldrequireseveralstepsand involvethefederalgovernment,hesaid. Millsboropolicewouldonlyberequired toenforceitinwithintownlimits.
AnotherconcernduringconstructionisprotectingwildlifeintheMillsboroPond,butPiercethisweekassured theCoastalPointthatwildlifeiscontinuingtobeprotected,asithasbeen sincethegroundbreaking,attendedby then-Gov.JohnCarney,whojoined dignitariesataceremonyonFoxRun Road.
Someresidentsconcernedaboutthe
healthoftheMillsboroPondasked MillsboroMayorKimberleyKaanhow constructionwouldaffecttheenvironment,butPiercehadpreviouslytoldthe CoastalPointthatmuchcarewastaken toprotectnotonlythepondbutalso wildlifeandtheenvironment.
“Theamountofoversightandpermits—peoplewouldbeblownaway,” Piercesaid.“Wespentanextra50to75 percentofwhatwenormallywould spendforthosebridges,tominimize theimpact.Wehavea$250,000advancecontracttoplaceafenceinthe woods,toplaceaturtlefence,tomake surenoturtlesmakeitintothetreecuttingzone.Wearebuildingthe bridgetominimizetheamountofdisturbanceinthepond.
“Ifatreestumpisintheway —becauseit’sapond,andolddebrislike treestumpsaresometimesintheway —wehavetopickitupoutofthere andrelocateitforafishhabitat,”heexplained.“Wehavetonsofreportsand slides—allkindsofthings—pertainingtotheenvironmentalportionofthis project.Goingthroughafarmfieldand buildingbridgesisnoteasy,butthe hardestpartwasaccommodatingthe environmentalregulations,”hesaid, addingthatmostofthoseregulations arefederalmandates.
Thebypasswilldiverttrafficoutof downtownand,inthefuture,Route 113willbewidenedtothreelanes,in boththenorthboundandsouthbound
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directions,fromtheMillsboroPondto Route20,pastLowe’s,toaccommodate heavytraffic.
“Oneofthegoalsistoeliminateas manycrossingsandconflictsarewecan. Thatisintheveryearlyplanning stage,”Piercesaid.
Theproject,expectedtocost$83.1 millionforthebypassand$31.7milliontobuildtheneededoverpass,isexplainedon theDelDOTwebsiteat https://deldot.gov/projects/andis beingfundedbythefederalgovernmentandStateofDelaware,with80 percentofthecostbeingpaidbythe federalgovernment.
Thebypass,whichincludesaninterconnectorroadbetweenRoutes113 and24northofMillsboro,willextend eastfromtheentranceatRoute114, bridgingoverFoxRunRoad,theNorfolkSouthernRailroad,theMillsboro PondandGravelHillRoad.
Therewillbeonearteryfortraffic travelingineachdirectiononthe2.8milebypass,whichwillhavea45-mph speedlimit.
Knownasacloverleaf,theoverpass willhavetwoloops—oneinthe northeastquadrantandoneinthe southwestquadrant.Itisbeingbuiltto accommodatetrafficforthenext20to 30years.
Cyclingandwalkingpathswillextendtheentirelengthofthebypass, separatedfromtheroadwaybygrass buffers.
SouthBethanycommitteeholdslineonrentaltaxes
ByMikeSmith StaffReporter
TheTownofSouthBethanyhas collectedamajorityofthetaxrevenue fromtownassessmentfeesandlocal propertytaxesforthecurrentfiscalyear, andtheTown’sBudget&Finance CommitteemetonFriday,Jan.24,to reviewthebudgetfortheupcoming 2026fiscalyear.Thecommitteedecided,aftersomerigorousreview,to keeptherentaltaxratethesameforthe 2026fiscalyear,ratherthanlowering therate,ashad previouslybeenproposed.Anyexcessabovebudgetedrevenueswillbekeptfora“rainyday”fund orcapitalexpenses.
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beenmovedfromFridaytoSundayincludetheice-skatingrink,featuringDJ BrianK.Hallfrom11a.m.to6p.m. BostonBachertwillperformonthe Bandstandfrom1to2p.m.onSunday aswell.
Theskatingrinkwillalsobeopen forfrozenfunonSaturday,Feb.1,from 11a.m.to8p.m.An“inflatablekingdom”featuringamechanicalshark, alongwithaclimbingwall,willalsobe openfrom11am.to6p.m.bothSatur-
SouthBethanyTreasurerRandy Bartholomew,alongwithformermayor andcommitteememberTimSaxton, chairedthecommitteemeeting,heldat thetownhall.MayorEdieDondero wasintheaudienceandreviewedthe proposedbudget,alongwiththecommitteemembers.Thereviewincluded discussionofpotentialincreasesfor doublelotsandfornewconstruction thatisincreasingpropertyfootprints.
Realtytransfertaxes(RTT)received todateinthe2025fiscalyearwere closeto$95,000.While$80,000isstill pendinginexpectedtax,“Youwillbe veryclosetothepropertyassessments theTownrequires,”saidReneeDorman,townfinancedirector,whothen
dayandSunday.
EventsscheduledforFridayatSalted VinesVineyard&WineryinFrankford arestillgoingtobeheldasscheduled, possiblywiththeuseoftentstokeep peopleandicesculpturesdry,organizers saidthisweek.
ThefestivitieskickoffatSalted Vinesat3p.m.onFridaywithalive radioshowuntil5p.m.,foodtrucks until8p.m.andtheever-popularice drinklugedoingitsthinguntil9p.m.
Aliveice-carvingdemonstrationwill beginat5:30p.m.onFridayatSalted Vines.
providedanupdateoninventoryof Townpropertiesandalsosomeofthe lotsthatwereleviedasdoublelots.
Therehadbeenarequesttoincrease thefeesforlotcombinations,saidDorman.
“Wearegettingalotmoreoflots beingcombinedandcreatingdoublesizedproperty.Or,wehavesome homeownerswhoaresellingapartof theproperty.So,wehavetoaccountfor thatnewtrend.”
SouthBethanyTownManager MaureenHartmansaidafairprice wouldbe$500inlocaltaxforthedoublelots.
“ThesearePlanningCommission itemsandnotpartoftheBoardofAd-
ThebeergardenatJohnWestPark inOceanViewwillnowbeopenfor business onSaturdayfromnoonto3 p.m.andSundayfrom11a.m.to6p.m. The“inflatablepub,”whichdebutedlast year,willmakeareturnvisittothepark fortheweekend.
TastingTourticketpickupwillstill beheldinJohnWestParkfromnoonto 8p.m.onFriday.
AlleventsduringFire&Icearefree, exceptfortheTastingTour,whichfeaturesdrinksatarearestaurants,echoing the2025Fire&Icetheme,andthe ChiliCookoffattheMillvilleVolunteer FireCompany.Bothofthoseeventsare sold out.
“AWeekendfortheBooks”willfeaturemorethan60,000poundsofice comingtotheQuietResorts,sculpted byartistsfromTheIceGod,acompany basedinBaltimore.
OnSaturdayfrom5to9p.m., BethanyBeachofficialswillrevealthe largestsculptureinthefestival,made from10blocksofice,weighing3,000 poundsandwithathemethatwillbe keptsecretuntiltheunveiling.
justmentsratesthatarealreadyset,” saidHartman.
Saxtonsaid,“Weneedtoread,reviewandpotentiallyraisetheFOIAresearchfees.Andhavingjustlived throughthis[FOIAissue]thelastsix monthsofmylife,weshouldraisethe FOIAresearchfees.”
HewasreferringtotheFOIArequestsbylocalattorneyEdBintzrelatedtoSaxton’sworkwiththe now-defunctAssociationofCoastal Towns(ACT)andanySouthBethany documentsoncommunitybenefits agreementswithU.S.Windregarding itsplannedwindfarmofftheOcean
Keepingwiththe“Weekendforthe Books”concept,BethanyBeachwill focus onthefairytale“TheThreeBilly GoatsGruff”andwillhavelivegoatson thebandstandfrom5to9p.m.for gueststofeedandpet.
“Wearealsoplayingonthegoatidea bylabelingBethanyBeach‘theGreatest ofAllTime—GOAT—Beach Town,’”BethanyBeachEventsCoordinatorJulieMalewskisaid.
Thefirst100guestswillreceive copiesofthefairytalebook.
“WelookforwardtoFire&Ice everyyear.Wearegoingalongwiththe themeandhavingfunwiththat,” Malewskisaid.
Nofireworksorbonfiresareplanned thisyearduetotherecedingbeach,but therewillbeabonfirepitneartheiceskatingrink.
Formoreinformationonweekend events,specialpromotionsatareabusinessesandamapoficesculpturelocations,visittheeventwebsiteat www.fireandicede.com.
CoastalPointStaffReporterSusan Canforacontributedtothisreport.
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wasin2017,whichisaverylongtime ago.”
Theboardthenturneditsattention topossiblecuts,includinglayoffsanda possiblereduction-in-force(RIF),totry tomakeendsmeet.
“Whetherwearesuccessfulindoing thisreferendumornot,wewillstillneed tohaveaRIF”tocutcosts,saidBoard PresidentLeolgaWright.“Ifwemust doaRIFtofind$3million,itwillbe basedonseniority.”
Theboardopenedthereferendum planstopubliccommentattheJan.27 meeting,withmostoftheinitialquestionscomingfromtheboardmembers.
Boardvotestogotoreferendum onMarch20
Ataspecialmeetingoftheboardon Thursday,Jan.16,theboardhadvoted 8-1tosendarequestforareferendum fornewfundingtotheStateBoardof Elections.Thatmeetingwasnotpublicized,sothepublichadnotpreviously heardoftheplans.
Thepublicreferendumvoteongenerating$22.3millionforteachersand educationinfrastructurewilllikelybe heldonMarch20.BoardMemberGerald Pedencastthesolevoteagainst sendingtheissuetoreferendum.(WestWernerwasnotpresentthateveningto vote.)
“Thetotalamountis$22.3million tobegenerated,”saidTammySmith, businessandfinancedirectorforthe district.“Thiswillresultina$289-peryearincreaseintaxestotheaveragetaxpayerperhousehold,ora37percent increase.”
Smithfurtherexplainedthemathat theJan.27meeting.Thepropertytax rateintheIndianRiverSchoolDistrict was $3.2340per$100ofassessedvalue forthe2024fiscalyear,includingboth SussexCountytaxes(about10percent ofthetotal)andschooldistricttaxes (about90percent).
“Thecurrenttaxrateis$2.69,which wasbasedonourreferendumbackin 2017,”saidSmith.Weareproposingto
add$1.21totherate,tocometo$4.41.”
SussexCountyhasrecentlyreassessedpropertyvalues,underacourtmandatedstatewideproperty reassessmentprojectdesignedtobring decades-oldassessmentsintoalignment withthoseofnewerproperties.
Smithsaidthat,sincetheremaining updatedassessmentswillnotbereleased untilthemiddleorendofFebruary,and aresubjecttolegalchallenges,the IRSD’sfiguresfortheproposedreferendumwerebasedontheexistingassessments.Thatmeansthattheaverage increasecouldvaryfromthestated $289,sincesomepropertiesmayincreasesubstantiallyinassessedvalue, whileothersmaystaythesameoreven decrease.
Taxincreasesafterareassessmentare cappedbystatestatute,bothforthe Countytaxportionandfortheschool districttaxes.Additionally,governments usingtheassessmentsfortaxpurposes haveoftenpledgedtokeepthechanges essentiallyrevenue-neutral—meaning thattheoveralltaxassessmentacross thejurisdictioncouldseeminimal changes,mostlyvaryingbasedonthe comparativechangesinassessmentbetweendifferentproperties.
The referendum,however,would comeontopofthosepotentialproperty taxchanges,withtheimpactonindividualpropertyownersverymuchinthe airuntilthenewassessmentsarefinalized.
Title14ofthestatecodeallowsthe
districttolevyadditionaltaxesforoperatingneeds.Itcoversavarietyoftopics relatedtoeducation,includingthe rightsofstudentsages5to20yearsold toreceiveafreeeducationthroughhigh school,theemploymentofeducators and themanagementofschools.
“Recruitmentandretentionofstaffis competitivenow,”saidSmith.“Wehave additionalneedsforourstudentsand theirsecurity,soitisnecessarytolevy andcollectadditionaltaxes.”
Withtheproposedadditionallevyof $1.21per$100ofassessedvalue,the specialelectionwassettogotothe BoardofElectionsforapproval,pendingtheboard’saffirmativevote.
Steelemadethemotiontoproceed withtheresolution.Peden,whenasked af terthemeetingwhyhevotedagainst takingthemeasuretoreferendum,declinedtocomment.
Referendumforquality education
JayOwens,IRSDsuperintendentof schools,hadsaidattheearlierspecial session,“Wehaveaneedforareferendumwithinourschooldistrict.Tammy Smithhasprovidedsomeworkshops overthelastfewmonthsforresidents, andwehaveapackagetopresenttothe board.It’sforapotentialupcomingreferenduminMarch.”
“IwanttothankMrs.Smithforthe hardworksheperformedinanalyzing thedataandreviewingtheinputtosee
wherewearecomingoutonthisrequirement,”hesaid.
Owensthenclarifiedthepresentationatthefullschoolboardmeeting Jan.27.
“Wehavebeenverytransparentwith ourfamilieswiththesequestionsfrom thepublictonight,”hesaid.“Rightnow, weshouldmoveforwardasweagreed tolastThursday.”
“TheIRSDcabinetteam,andour publicinformationlead,DavidMaull, havetheinformationpackagedupandwe cangetthewordoutandgetthereferendumvoteout.Wearereadytogothis weekwithadditionalboardapprovals.”
Owens saidthedistrictwillgivea presentationonthereferendumatfire halls,homeownersassociations,communitycentersandtotheschoolsandparent-teacherorganizations.
A“CurrentExpenseReferendum” trackerwaspresented,withthereferendumcyclesofthedistrict.
“Schooldistrictspassacurrent-expensebudget,buildareserve.Then,as expenses increase,wegointodeficit spending.Weplacethisintoacycle,” saidSmith.
Thelastschoolreferendumwasin March2017,eightyearsagothiscomingMarch.
“Weneedtogoforcurrent-expense referendumeverysevenyears,sothat cyclehasalreadycome,”shesaid.
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“Wearechargingmuchlessthan othertowns,”saidSaxtonofthetime commitmentandresearchcosttomanageFreedomofInformationActrequests.“Iamnotsayinggoabovethe FOIAguidelines,buttheamountof timeyouaretakingissignificant,and youaretakingawayfromtheworkpeoplecouldotherwisebedoing.”
“Itisagreatsuggestion,” Bartholomewsaid.
“For2026,weareshowingnotaxincreasesforourtown,”headded.“However,weareinadeficit-spending
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situation now.Therental-taxratewill godownslightly,andthetaxcollection couldbelower,”hesaid.(Itwaslater amendedtoremainthesamerate.)
“TheTownhadmorethan$55,000 ingainsfromitsvariousinvestment portfolioswithVanguardinvestments andFidelityinvestments,” BartholomewhadreportedatthepreviousBudget&FinancesCommittee meeting,onNov.14,2024.“The$2.3 millionset-asidenowavailableforinfrastructureandprotectionfromsealevelrise,orAssawomanBayandcanal flooding,isjustasmalldownpayment. Townengineeringconsultantshaveestimatedabudgetofsome$14million to$15million—justtohandlecurrent
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“Summarizingallthesereserve funds,thebalanceofallnon-allocated moneynowis$2.3million,whichwill beallocatedtotheinfrastructureand stormwaterexpensesandrequirement,” saidBartholomewlastfall.“Yes,we have$5.7million inreserve,andpeople thinkthatisallthemoneyweneedto fixalltheproblemsinourtown.We knowtheinfrastructureneedsaresignificant,andit’snotenough.”
“Wehavea3.5percentcost-of-livingadjustment,orCOLA,”hesaid,explainingchangesinthe2026draftplan. “Therearesomeadjustmentsinpublic services,includingtheadditionofone newstaffmemberinthePublicWorks Department.”
“Wearetalkingaboutthecategory ofcanalwaterquality,andwearebreaking outthecommitteefunction,versus thetruecostsofcanalmaintenance now,”saidBartholomewofthenumbers,whichusedtobeaggregated.“We havebeenallocatingthecanalmaintenancecosttothecommittee,andthatis notappropriate,andtherearesomespecialitemsweneedtotalkabout.”
“Wearegoingthroughthe2026 budgetandcanseethetotalnumbers withtheserequests.Therearesome capital-budgetitems,includingtheroad maintenance.Wehavehadafive-year planontheroadsinthetown,andit needstobeupdated,”saidthetreasurer.
“Thecommitteeneedstoprioritize thelong-termcapitalitems.Iknowthis isacouncilmatter,butwehopeto makesomerecommendations,”said Bartholomewofthespendingissues. Saxtonadded,“Iwanttoknowwhat therequestisfromthetownmanager andthefinancedirectoraboutthe ARMmoney”beforeitisspent.
Bartholomewcountered,“Iwantto knowwhatyearweneedtoreplacea vehicleorthephysicalassetsweneed, sowecanprojectwhatmaybeneeded intheARMfunding.”
“Wehaveaninitialdeficitof $199,000inthisbudgetthatweare lookingatrightnowandwhatthe componentsare,”headded.
“Wearenotcomparingapplestoapples,”Saxtonwarned.“The$195,000 BRICgranttheTownwillreceiveisincludedinthe2025-2026budget,and wehavetoreflectthat.Themayorhas statedthatwehaveasoftapprovalon somefederalgrants.TheBRICgrant lookslikeitiscoming.”
“Ifyouaddthattoourbudgetplanning,thenyourdeficitgoesawayand youareunderjust$47,500under-budgetindeficitspending.Thismakesit goaway,iftheBRICcomesin,”Saxton calculated.“Ifyoudon’thavethat amountoffunds,thereservescould easilycoverthe$47,500deficitwith thosemonies,”hesaid.
“WealsohavetheAssetReplacementARMbudget,forabout$2.3million,”heremindedthecommittee.“We willneedtoseewhatisneededinterms ofthevehiclereplacements.Iwantto lookatthetrueneeds,ratherthanjust asking,‘Canwefundsomething?’”
TheTownhadbeenaskedtohelp fundanemergencyresponsecommand vehiclewiththeTownofBethany Beach,whichwouldbecomeashared resource,andapledgewasmadetoprovidesignificantfunds.
“Whatisthethoughtontherental tax,andwhatisthemarketimpactof ournewplanstokeepthemsteadyor loweralittle?”askedBartholomew. “Thefull4.5percent,”hesaidofthe proposedrentalfeereduction,“isnot goingtoriskthegrossrentalrateshere. Therentalmarketwillincreasehere. Therearesomeinflationarypressures.”
“Peoplewillhavetoraiserentalrates morethan4.5percenttocoverthat amount.Whyareweevenbudgetinga decrease?”askedSaxton.“Randy,Iam suggestingwechangethenumber—
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insteadofa10percentdecrease,tojust leaveitaswehaveit,”saidtheformer mayor.
“Since2010,thenumberonrentals
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“Thecurrent-expenseoperatingcycle showstheexpendituresareincreasing. Costsaregoingup,andovertime,we arenowinadeficit.Wehadacoupleof surplusyears,butthenyouhitthe deficitandit’stimeforareferendum,” explainedSmithtotheboard.
“Thelastreferendumwasin2017, andwebuiltagoodsurplusbuthave beeninadeficitmodesince2023.We havelookedcostefficiencyandpushed thismomentoutasfarasyoupossibly can,”saidSmith.
“Wealsogotanadditional$50millionfromtheCOVIDESSRFunds, whichallowedustopushthisreferendumoutanextrayear,”saidSmith.“We wouldhavenormallybeenlookingfora revenueincreaseandreferendumin 2023,butwepushedthroughanextra year-plus.”
TheratesaresetbytheIRSDneeds andapprovedbytheboard.
hasconsistentlygoneup,forourrental income,evenduringCOVID,”Saxton pointedout.“Wealwaysconsidered rentalfeesasteadyincomestreamfor theTown.Isay,don’traiseit—just leaveitalone.”
Bartholomewsaid,“The$676,000 amountwasthebudgetforlastyear,
anditstilllookslikeitistrending downward.Therevenueamountfor thisyear,webelieve,willbe$685,000. Wethoughtpeoplewouldstoprenting theirhomesandwouldliveherepermanently,andtheywouldworkor telecommute,”hesaid.“Dowehavea wealtheffectwheretouristsandfamily
peoplewillwanttorentevenmore?”he askedofthepropertiesinSouth Bethany.
Theconsensuswastokeepthe rental-incomebudgetnumberat $660,000andkeepitflat.
“Thatwillhelpthedeficitalittle bit,”saidBartholomew.
“ Wecanalsoauthorizematchtaxes. Thosearefundsforrepairsormaintenancearoundthebuildings.TheState givesus60percent,andwefund40percentonthesecapitalexpenditures.”
“Wealsohaveanolder[grandfathered]taxrateonimprovingourtechnologyforequipmentorevenpersonnel forthetechnologyneedsofthedistrict,” saidSmith.
“Wehavesomecostsforremediation forlower-achievingstudents,andthere aresomematchtaxesavailablethere,as wellasforreading.Wecanalsofund onemathresourceteacherthatprovides supportandinstruction,andthatisone personperbuilding,”Smithadded.
Studentsuccessblockgrantsarealso usedtosupportsomeoftheIRSD budget.
“Ourauthorizedlocaltaxratesare alsoapprovedbytheboardforanydistrictexpenditureandthecostofsending studentsouttooutsideprograms,like theSussexConsortium,”saidSmith.
“Enhancedminorcapitalexpensesis alsoafundingsourcewecangetthis yearandjustwentintoeffecttwoyears ago.Wecouldgetalocalmatchtocover ourendandreceivemorecapitalfunding,”shesaid.“MilfordandIRSDare
theonlyonescollectingminorcapitalmatchtax.Thatisanotherboarddecision,ifwecontinuetoseekthismatch forcapitalneeds.”
Thereisalsoanewathletic-trainers blockgrant,andIRSDcouldassessa matchgrantforthelocalshareofthose salaries,tohaveathletictrainersupto 10monthsoftheyear.
Thecurrenttaxpayerinvestmentis $773peryearthroughtheirproperty realestatetaxes,sheestimated.“Weare thelowest[taxrate]ofanyschooldistrictacrosstheboard.”
“ Wehavebeengrowingatarateof 3.25percentforthepastfiveyearson ourschool’sbudget,andperhapseven longer.Wehavebeenonthetrajectory foralongtime,”saidSmith.
Whatisthefundingfor?
“Weneedtogenerate$10millionfor staffingandrecruitment,andwewant torecruitandattractgreatprofessionals,”saidSmith.“Thereisateachershortagecrisis.Itiscrucialforusto remaincompetitive,soweneedbetter salaryandincentivepackages.This
equatestojustover$100pertaxpayer.”
“ Wefilledallofourinstructionalpositionsinthispastschoolyear,andthat isbecauseofattractivesalaryandbenefitspackages.”
“Wewishtogenerateover$12million,orjustover$100totheaverage taxpayer,fornewstaff,curriculumand specialeducation.Thiswillallowus moresupportstaff.Thisamounthandlesotheremploymentcosts,like healthcare,payrolltaxes,substitute teachers,”shesaid.
“Wehavehadavastincreaseinour utilitypayments.Wehaveseenthatnaturallywiththehighercostofenergy.”
“Transportationcostshaveincreased greatly,”saidSmith.
“Wealsomustpayagoodamount forcharterschoolorschoolchoicewith schoolsoutsideofthearea.Ourenergy costsandourfundingvaluesforthose alternativeschoolshaveremainedstatic sinceabout2018,sincefundswere raisedbythelastreferendum,”notedthe financedirector.
“Wedon’tgetfundingbackfromthe State tohandlehigherenergycosts,” saidSmith.
ByKerinMagill StaffReporter
TheFenwickIslandTownCouncil thisweekwillconsiderjoiningaworldwidemovementtoreducelightpollutionandtoresidentsandvisitorsabout thenegativeeffectsitcanhaveonhumans,animals,theenvironmentandthe economy.
TheTown’sDarkSkyAdHocCommitteemetonMonday,Jan.27,anddiscussedadraftresolutionthatthe councilwillconsideratitsFriday,Jan. 31,meeting.
Thecommitteewasformedasa spin-offfromFenwickIsland’sResidential ConcernsCommittee.AtMonday’s meeting,committeememberschose RoseMaryHoyasthenewcommittee’s chairwoman.
DarkSkyInternationalisaglobalorganizationthathas70chaptersaround theworld.Nearly200,000“advocates” and“delegates”makeupanetworkof volunteerswhohelptoteachpeople howtoprotectthenightskyfromeffectsoflightfromhuman-made sources.
FenwickIslandMayorNatalie Magdeburgersaidshewouldliketosee thecommitteestartitsjourneywitha focusonfindingoutwhatthecommunity’sfeelingsareonthetopicoflight pollution.Sherelatedthat,whenshereturnedtotownfromatriprecentlyin theweehoursofthemorning,shenoted that“youhaveplacesthatarepretty darkandplacesthatarestillprettylitup.”
Shesaidshefeelsthatinorderfor thecommittee’seffortstohavethe
biggestimpact,“It’sgottobeacommunity-wideapproach.”
HoyandcommitteememberGeorge Stonesaidtheywouldliketoseethe Townlookintoupdatingitslightingordinancestoreflectmodernlighting technology,whichallowslightingto havelessimpactonsurroundingpropertiesandonthenightskyasawhole.
“We’regoingtohavetoincorporate someoutsideexperts”tomakesureany ordinancechangesincorporatethemost up-to-datelightingstandards,Hoysaid.
AlthoughMagdeburgerdidnotherselfweighinontheideaofordinance changes,sheacknowledgedthatsince about 95percentofthetownis“builtout,”existingpropertieswouldbe “grandfathered,”intermsoftheirlighting,andwouldnotberequiredtomeet newstandards.
Shesaidthecommittee’sproposed resolutionis“awaytobringittothe towncouncilandhavethetowncouncil speakastohowfartheyarewillingto go”withnewlightingregulations.
HoysaidthecommitteeusedatemplateusedwhendraftingaDarkSky resolutionaspartofthetemplateforthe resolutioninwhichthecouncilformally opposed proposalsforwindfarmsoff theDelawarecoast.
Ifthetowncouncilapprovesthe DarkSkyresolutiononFriday,thead hoccommitteewillfollowupwithan actionplan,Hoysaid.
Theproposedresolutionalsoaddressesthecommittee’sdesiretospread DarkSkyeducationeffortsbeyondthe town’sborders,expressingthedesireto reachouttosurroundingtownandto developersinunincorporatedareaswith informationalprograms.
The nextFenwickIslandTown Councilmeetingisscheduledfor1p.m. onFriday,Jan.31,inachangefromthe council’sformermeetingtimeof3p.m.
Fenwickofficialstakingalookatlightpollution Trumpplaceshalton alloffshorewind,
includinglocalproject
ByMikeSmith StaffReporter
PresidentDonaldTrump,inhisJan. 20,inauguraladdressfocusedon— amongotherpolicystatements—reducinginflationbyextractingAmerican naturalresourcesandfulfillinghis pledgetoincreasedomesticoilproduction.
“TheCabinetmustmarshalallforces torapidlybringdowncostsandbeatinflation,”saidTrumpinhisspeech.“Escalatingenergycostsarewhatcause inflation,andthereforeIamgoingto declareanationalenergyemergency. Wewill‘drill,baby,drill.’”
Trump,inamemorandumthatsame daytoresponsibleCabinetsecretaries —includingtheEnergy,Interiorand Agriculturenominees—andtheincomingdirectoroftheEnvironmental ProtectionAgency,placeda“Temporary WithdrawalofAreas”foroffshore wind-powerdevelopment.
“Consistentwiththeprinciplesofresponsiblepublicstewardshipthatare entrustedtothisoffice,withdueconsiderationforavarietyofrelevantfactors,includingtheneedtofosteran energyeconomycapableofmeetingthe country’sgrowingdemandforreliable energy,theimportanceofmarinelife, impactsonoceancurrentsandwind patterns,effectsonenergycostsfor Americans—especiallythosewhocan leastaffordit—andtoensurethatthe
SomeincommunityhaveconcernsoverEOs
BySusanCanfora StaffReporter
AssheconsideredthemanyexecutiveorderssignedbyPresidentDonald TrumpthatsomeintheLGBTQ+ communityfearwilllimittheirrights —includingpreventingtransgenderindividualsfromservinginthemilitary— theRev.VictoriaPrettiofferedadvice.
“It’simportantforustobevery strong.Hateisspeakingveryloudly rightnow,butlovehastospeaklouder. Weneedtostopwhispering,”Pretti, pastor ofSt.Martha’sEpiscopalChurch inBethanyBeach,toldtheCoastal Pointthisweek,afterthoseinthe LGBTQ+communitywhoworshipat herchurch,andherfriends,toldher theyarefrightenedafterhearingabout theorders.
Thelanguageintheordersincludes, “ItisthepolicyoftheUnitedStatesto recognizetwosexes,maleandfemale. Thesesexesarenotchangeableandare groundedinfundamentalandincontrovertiblereality.…Myadministration willdefendwomen’srightsandprotect freedomofconsciencebyusingclear andaccuratelanguageandpoliciesthat recognizewomenarebiologicallyfemale,andmenarebiologicallymale.”
WhiletheWhiteHousewebsite,at
www.whitehouse.gov,isexplainingthat Trumpwantstopreventanyone“posing asawoman”fromgainingaccessto“intimatesingle-sexspacesandactivities designedforwomen,fromwomen’sdomesticabuseshelterstowomen’sworkplaceshowers,”others,includingPretti, areconcernedaboutthosetheylove.
“Peopleareterrifiedrightnow.Terrified.Immigrants,thoseinthe LGBTQ+community,transkids.It breaksmyheart.…Idon’tblamethem atallforbeingterrified,”shesaid,referringtoexecutiveorderssignedby TrumpthattheHumanRightsCampaignisemphasizingdonothavethe authoritytooverridetheU.S.Constitution,federalstatutesorestablishedlegal precedent.
“Manyoftheseorderswillbedifficult, ifnotimpossible,toimplement, andeffortstodosowillbechallenged throughlitigation,”accordingtothe HRCwebsite,atwww.hrc.org.
Amongtheexecutiveorderslistedon thesitearethosethatseekto“endlegal recognitionoftransgenderandnonbinarypeopleunderfederallawand greenlightdiscriminationagainstthe fullLGBTQ+communityintheworkplace,education,housing,healthcare, andmore”;“makeitthepolicyofthe administrationtorecognizetwosexes,
maleandfemale”;“directfederalagenciesthat,forpurposesofsexnondiscriminationlaws,‘sex’shallrefertoan individual’simmutablebiologicalclassificationaseithermaleorfemale”;“issue guidanceallowingpeopletorefuseto useatransgenderornonbinaryperson’s correctpronouns,andtoclaimarightto usesingle-sexbathroomsandother spacesbasedonsexassignedatbirthat anyworkplacecoveredbytheCivil Rights Actof1964andfederallyfunded spaces”;“directagenciestolimitaccess torestroomsandothersingle-sexfacilitiesbasedontheadopteddefinitionof sexassignedatbirth.”
Theyalso,accordingtotheHRC, “directtheSecretariesofStateand HomelandSecuritytoceaseissuingfederalidentitydocumentsthatconflict withthenewdefinitionofsex”;“no longerfund…contractsorgrants,any contentthatisdeemedtobepromoting genderideology”;“directHUDtorepeal theEqualAccessRule”(which protectsLGBTQ+peoplefromdiscriminationinhousingandhasbeenin placesincebeforethefirstTrumpAdministration);and,“directagenciesto forcetransgenderwomentobehoused withmeninprisonsordetentioncenters.”
Pretti,CommunityLutheranpastor
theRev.KarisGraham,regional PFLAGExecutiveDirectorMarkDeLanceyandCongresswomanSarah McBride—thefirsttransgendermemberofCongress—sharedtheirviews with CoastalPointthisweek. “Everysinglehumanbeingismade intheimageofGodandisinfinitely lovedbyGodexactlyastheyare,”Pretti said.“It’ssobasic.Nobody’shumandignityshouldbecalledintoquestion, ever,”shesaid,addingthatherresponse totheexecutiveordershasincluded “beingabletopraywithpeople,reassure themandletthemknowGodloves themandsodoI,sopeopledon’tfeel alone,helpingpeoplefeelsafeagain. Otherthanthat,Icanhelptriagepeople totherapyandworkwithfamily counselors,”shesaid.
DeLancey,whodirectstheSalisbury, Md.,chapterofPFLAG—theclosest chaptertolowerSussexCounty—sad hehadtalkedtoPhiladelphiaAttorney AngelaGiampolo,whotoldhimitis “probablybest”forthosewhoidentifyas non-binarytonow“getridofthatidentitymarker—getitoffyourID,off Facebookandothersocialmedia,and offyourpassport—andifyouuseanX, getridoftheX.”
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UnitedStatesisabletomaintainarobustfishingindustryforfuturegenerationsandprovidelowcostenergytoits citizens,Iherebydirectasfollows,”he wroteinthememo:
“Undertheauthoritygrantedtome insection12(a)oftheOuterContinentalShelfLandsAct,43U.S.C.1341(a), Iherebywithdrawfromdispositionfor windenergyleasingallareaswithinthe OffshoreContinentalShelf(OCS)as definedinsection2oftheOuterContinentalShelfLandsAct,43U.S.C.1331. This withdrawalshallgointoeffectbeginningonJanuary21,2025,andshall remainineffectuntilthisPresidential Memorandumisrevoked,”wrotethe president,hoursaftertakingtheoathof office.
Theexecutiveorder—“EOon TemporaryWithdrawalofAllAreason
theOuterContinentalShelffromOffshoreWindLeasingandReviewofthe FederalGovernment’sLeasingandPermittingPracticesforWindProjects”— hastwomainprovisions:
•Temporarywithdrawalofoffshore areasfromleasingforoffshorewind —TheEOinvokesSection12(a)ofthe OuterContinentalShelfLandsAct (OCSLA)towithdrawfromnewwindenergyleasingallareasontheoffshore continentalshelfandextendsthewithdrawalforanyareasalreadywithdrawn fromoffshorewind-energyleasing.The withdrawalwentintoeffectbeginning onJan.21andremainsineffectuntilthe presidentialmemorandumisrevoked.
Ofnote,basedonU.S.caselaw,a presidentcannotrevokeawithdrawal under 12(a)andrequiresanactofCongresstodoso.So,thisrevocationisexpectedtorequireCongressional approval.
Whilenothinginthewithdrawalaffectsrightsunderexistingleasesinthe
february Events
withdrawnareas,theSecretaryofthe Interior,inconsultationwiththeU.S. AttorneyGeneral,isdirectedtoconduct acomprehensivereviewoftheecological,economicandenvironmentalnecessityofterminatingoramendingany existingwindenergyleases(identifying anylegalbasesforsuchremoval)and submitareportwithrecommendations tothepresident.Thathasanimpacton theU.S.Windprojectofftheshoresof OceanCity,Md.,whichwillnowcome underreview.
Itisunclearwhetherthatreviewis onlytoconsiderpotentiallychanging thestatusofexistingwind-energyleases forwhichtherearenoleaseholdersor couldimpactprojectswithissuedleases.
•TheEOdirectstheSecretariesof theInterior,AgricultureandEnergy,as wellasotheragencies,tonotissuenew orrenewapprovals,rights-of-way,permits,leasesorloansforonshoreoroffshorewindprojectspendingthe completionofacomprehensiveassessmentandreviewoffederalwindleasing andpermittingpractices.Thatwillstop newapplicantsforDelaware’soffshore windleaseareasthatthen-Delaware Gov.JohnCarneyhadrecentlynegotiated.
Theprovisionwouldappeartosuggestthatifaprojecthasbeengranteda ROD(finishedtheapproval/permitting process),itshouldbeabletoconstruct itsproject.Thatleavesthedooropenfor U.S.Windtopotentiallycontinuethe
localprojectunderthisprovision,since ithasfederalandstatepermits. Importantly,dependingonhowthe administrationchoosestoimplementits policies,thecessationcouldimpact windprojectsonprivatelands,aswellas onpubliclandsandwaters,iftheyhave afederalnexusandneedafederalpermit authorization,accordingtothe AmericanWindEnergyAssociation. U.S.Sen.LisaBluntRochester(DDel.)statedthisweek,“AsPresident Biden’stransformationalpresidency comestoaclose,overthenextfour years,Iintendtoholdthisadministrationaccountabletotheidealsofour Constitution,withDemocratsandRepublicans,onissuesthatimpact Delawareansandprioritizetheurgent needsofourpeople.Ourtoppriorityis tocreateanationthatisproud,prosperous andfree.”
U.S.Wind—asubsidiaryofItalian energyinfrastructurefirmRenexia— hasfacedlocalopposition,includinga denialofaSussexCountyzoningpermitforafacilitytoconnectitswindpowerproject15milesoffthecoastof OceanCity,Md.,totheregionalelectricalgrid.
Trumpstatedinhisacceptance,“We willbegreater,strongerandfarmore exceptionalthaneverbefore.Ireturnto thepresidencyconfidentandoptimistic. It willbeathrillingneweraofchange. Americahastheopportunitytoseize this[day]likeneverbefore.”
DelawareStatePolicethisweekarresteda49-year-oldSelbyvillemanand an81-year-oldBridgevillemanontheft andrelatedchargesfollowinganinvestigationoftheallegedfraudulentsaleof vehicles.
TheDSPreportedonJan.28thatin Novemberof2024,detectiveshadbegun investigatingJasonGriffith,49,and RobertGriffith,81,ofGearedUp TrucksandMoreLLC,andWicked Wrench,locatedat34407Dupont Boulevard,Frankford,forthealleged
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“Thatmightsoundawful,butweare inawfultimes.Ifyougooutofthe countrywithnon-binarypronounsand youtrytogetbackin,whoknowswhat willhappen?Pickmaleorfemale.…Insteadofbeingscared,focusthatenergy intoorganizing,collectingourresources andcollectingthingswecanusetohelp eachotherthroughthisprocess.
“Eventhoughtheseexecutiveorders aredesignedtotakeawayalotofdiversity,equityandinclusion,itdoesn’t meanwecan’tstillenforcewhatthose looklike.Wecanlickourwoundsfora littlebit,butwehavetoeducateourselves,lookintotheregulationsofwhat fallswithinourareaofexpertise,”he said.
Oneoftheexecutiveordersseeksto terminate“mandates,policies,programs, preferencesandactivitiesinthefederal government”thattheTrumpadministrationconsiders“illegaldiversity,equity, inclusionandaccessibility,”andanother seekstoendanyDEIactivitieswithin thefederalgovernment.
DeLanceysuggestedthoseopposed writelettersofprotesttocity,stateand federalelectedofficialsandbecomefamiliarwithGiampolo’swebsiteat www.prideplans.com.Theattorney practicesinDelaware,Maryland,Pennsylvania,NewJerseyandVirginia,he said.
“Weneedtomakesurewe’relined upandwe’rereadytogo,”DeLancey said.
Heiscurrentlyengagedtobemarriedtohissame-sexpartnerandsaidhe isthinkingthey“needtogotothe courthouseandgetthistakencareof, and worryabouttheprettinesslater,becausewhenItalkedtoAttorneyGiampolo,shetoldme,‘Theywillcome afterthe[same-sex]righttomarry withinayearorso.’”
McBridetoldtheCoastalPointsaid shehas“heardfromconstituentsacross Delawarewhoarescaredrightnow.”
fraudulentsaleofvehicles.
Duringtheinvestigation,theysaid, detectiveslearnedthatbothmenhadallegedinvolvementinthesaleofvehicles thatwereinforrepair.Additionally,the suspectsallegedlyfalsifieddocumentsto obtainvehicletitleinformation,soldvehiclesthathadalreadybeenpurchased, soldstolenvehiclesfromoutofstateand didnotprovidevictimswithvehicles afterpaymentwasmade.
Detectivesobtainedwarrantsfortheir arrestand,lastweek,bothmenturned
“Yes,federalworkersandpublicservantsarefearingpoliticalretribution. I’veheardfromtransgenderconstituents andtheirfamilieswhoarefearfulof forcedouting.Dreamers,immigrants and refugeesarefearfulofbeingpushed totheshadowsofourcommunities again.”
themselvesinatDSPTroop4,where theywerechargedwithmultiplecrimes.
JasonGriffithwaschargedwith TheftofaMotorVehicle(afelony), Forgery2ndDegree(afelony),eight felonycountsofTheftbyFalsePretense over$1,500,Theftover$1,500(a felony),threefelonycountsofIssuinga BadCheckover$1,500,twofelony countsofSellingStolenPropertyover $1,500,sixfelonycountsofConspiracy 2ndDegreeandFalsifyingBusiness Records.HewasarraignedbyJusticeof
Whenshewasarecentgueston MSNBC’s“TheWeekend,”McBride hadstrongwordsaboutTrump’sexecutiveorders,sayingrecentdayshavebeen a“glimpseintowhatwewilllikelysee fromthisadministrationoverthenext fouryears.”
“ThepresidentsaidonMonday,”she saidofInaugurationDayonJan.20,“in therotundathatwearegoingtobeentering‘aGoldenAgeinAmerica,’but the realityisthey’retakingusbackto theGildedAge.They’retakingusback
thePeaceCourt2andreleasedonhis ownrecognizance.
RobertGriffithwaschargedwith TheftofaMotorVehicle(afelony), Forgery2ndDegree(afelony),sixfelony countsofTheftbyFalsePretenseover $1,500,threefelonycountsofIssuinga BadCheckover$1,500,twofelony countsofSellingStolenProperty,six felonycountsofConspiracy2ndDegree andFalsifyingBusinessRecords.Hewas arraignedbyJusticeofthePeaceCourt2 andreleasedonhisownrecognizance.
tothe1880s,the1890s,oneconomic policy,liningthepocketsoftherobber barons,butthey’realsotakingusbackto the1880sand1890sonissuesofbasic rightsandfreedominthiscountry,” McBridesaid.
Obituaries
Dr.Mohammad NasirAkhter,80
Dr.MohammadNasirAkhter,80, passedawayonJan.9,2025,inhis homeinSilverSpring,Md.,dueto lungcancer.
Akhterwasborninpre-partition IndiaandwasraisedinasmallvillageoutsideLahore,Pakistan.He becameoneoftheleadingpublic healthofficialsofhistime.Among otherposts,heservedasdirectorof healthforWashington,D.C.,chairmanoftheD.C.HealthBenefits AuthorityExecutiveBoard,executive directoroftheAmericanPublic HealthAssociation,executivedirectoroftheNationalMedicalAssociation,seniorassociatedeanforpublic andinternationalhealthatHoward
UniversityCollegeofMedicine, healthdirectorfortheStateofMissouriandDeanoftheCollegeof CommunityMedicineinLahore, Pakistan.
Withgreatskillandcompassion, hededicatedhislifetoimproving thehealthofusall.Duringhis Delawareretirement,Akhtercontinuedactivepublicservice,includingas afierceadvocateforcleanwater, cleanair,goodgovernment,justice, equityandenvironmentalpreservation.
Akhterissurvivedbyhiswifeof 54years,Dr.JeanetteAkhter;aswell astheirdaughter,SarahAkhter,and son-in-law,EstebandeDobrzynski, bothofTakomaPark,Md.
Amemorialgatheringwillbeheld
atFriendsMeetingofWashington, 2111FloridaAve.,NW,Washington, D. C.,onSaturday,Feb.15,at2p.m.
KevinBauer
KevinBauer,belovedsonofJanet andJohnBauerofOceanView,Del., passedawaypeacefullyonJan.23, 2025,atBayHealthHospitalin Dover,Del.,afterashortillness,surroundedbyhisparentsJanetand John“Jack” Bauer;histwosisters, KimberlyHayesandSandraHammerschmidt;andhisbrother ChristopherBauer.Hewasbornin Abington,Pa.
BauerattendedQueenofPeace ElementarySchoolandwasagraduateofBishopMcDevittHighSchool in1989.HelivedinArdsley,Pa.,
until2006,atwhichtimehemoved toOceanView.
InDelaware,heworkedasacarpenterforGude&ConardInc.He alsoworkedforPremierGlass& Screen,J.M.BennettConstruction andReliableHomeMaintenance,as wellasforafewsummersatPine TreeCampground.
HewasahugePhiladelphiaEaglesfanandattendedmanyoftheir homegames.Healsoenjoyedthe PhiladelphiaPhilliesgamesandwas adedicatedGratefulDeadfan,attendingmanyconcerts.
Bauerwasprecededindeathby hisoldestbrother,MichaelBauer.He issurvivedbyhisparents,Johnand Janet;hissistersSandraHammerschmidt(andBrian)andKimberly Hayes(andBrett);hisbrother ChristopherBauer;andhismany niecesandnephews,andgreat-nieces andgreat-nephews.
Bauerwillbemissedbutlovingly rememberbyallwhoknewhim. Acelebrationofhislifewillbe heldat11a.m.onMonday,Feb.3, 2025,attheOceanViewChapelof MelsonFuneralServices,38040 MuddyNeckRoad,OceanView, Del.,wherefriendsandfamilymay gatherafter10a.m.Intermentwill followatGateofHeavenCemetery, 32112VinesCreekRoad,Dagsboro, Del.Therewillalsobeacelebration ofhislifeheldinGlenside,Pa. (ChecktheFacebookpageofKimberlyHayesforthetimeanddate.) Inlieuofflowers,donationsin Bauer’smemorycanbesenttothe LordBaltimoreLionsClub,P.O. B ox525,OceanView,DE19970. Condolencescanbesentbyvisiting www.melsonfuneralservices.com.
Harry‘Wayne’Cooper,87
Harry“Wayne”Cooper,87,passed awaypeacefullyonJan.20,2025. BornonAug.18,1937,inSalisbury, Md.,hewasthebelovedsonofthe lateHarryThomasCooperand MaryHilda(Donaway)Cooperof Willards,Md.,andthegrandsonof thelateLarryThomasandLillie MaeDonaway,andHenryThomas CooperandEvaMaeCooper. HegraduatedfromMillsboro (Del.)HighSchool,intheClassof 1955.Whenaskedwhathewanted toaccomplishinlife,hesimplysaid, “tomarryFayMarvelandbeasuccessfulfarmer.”Heachievedboth. Hewasmarriedtotheloveofhis life,FayElla(Marvel)Cooper,and theyshared62andahalfwonderful yearstogetherbeforeherpassingon Jan.7,2016. Inadditiontohiswife,Cooper wasprecededindeathbyhisparents;
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Fenwickofficialsstudyingartificiallight ViewPoint
FenwickIslandofficialshavebeendiscussingthepossibilityof joiningaworldwidemovementtoreducelightpollution—aneffortspearheadedbyDarkSkyInternational,whichfeatures70 chaptersandnearly200,000“advocates”aroundtheworld.
AccordingtoNationalGeographic,theproliferationofartificial lightovertheyearsaroundtheglobehasledtomajorproblemsfor humans,wildlifeandtheenvironment.Onetermtheymention quiteabitintheirreportingis“skyglow,”whichis“thebrightening ofthenightsky,mostlyoverurbanareas,duetotheelectriclights ofcars,streetlamps,offices,factories,outdooradvertisingandbuildings,turningnightintodayforpeoplewhoworkandplaylong aftersunset.”
Asfarasdamagetohumanbeings,medicalexpertssaythatartificiallightcaninterruptsleepand“confusesthecircadianrhythm —theinternal,24-hourclockthatguidesdayandnightactivities andaffectsphysiologicalprocessesinnearlyalllivingorganisms.”
Theysayitcanreducemelatoninproduction,whichresultsinproblemswithsleep,mentalhealth,anxietyandfatigue.
Andallofthatmakessense,atleasttousherewhohaveno medicaldegreesandaresimplysortingthroughtheinformation
thatisavailabletous.Whatweclearlysee,atleastthoseofusofa certainage,isthattheseartificiallightsmakeitmoredifficultto driveatnightbecauseoftheglare,andinherentdistractionsthat comewithlit-upsurfacesaroundus.
And,again,we’renotexpertsonthis.Butweareintriguedby thefactthatFenwicknowhasaDarkSkyAdHocCommitteeand thattheyarelookingatthematter.FenwickIslandMayorNatalie Magdeburgersaidthatshe’dliketoseethecommitteedetermine theresidents’feelingsonthetopic,andthattheyhavetobeunited asacommunitytoundertakethechallenge.
“It’sgottobeacommunity-wideapproach,”shesaid. Again,welikethis.WeliketheTowndoingtheresearch,empoweringresidentstogivetheiropinionsandseeingwhereitgoes. Onepotentialproblemwithcuttingdownonartificiallightisthat, well,itmeansdarkness.Andthatcanhaveanimpactonpublic safety,bothintermsofpedestriansandbicyclistsalongroadwaysat night,andprovidingcoverforthosecommittingnefariousacts.
It’saninterestingtopic,andobviouslynotanefforttojustleap intowithoutduediligence.WeapplaudtheTownofFenwick Islandfordoingthatwork.
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Or,“Fire&Ice,”asitwere.Asin,thisweekendwillseethe areablanketedbyicesculptures,Blueysightings,a“Magma Volcano,”firepits,s’mores,ponyrides, ice-carvingdemonstrationsandmuch, muchmore.Yes,ladiesandgentlemen, theBethany-FenwickAreaChamberof Commerce—alongwithpartnersthe TownsofBethanyBeach,Millvilleand OceanView,andSaltedVinesVineyard &Winery—willbeholdingtheeverpopularFire&IceFestivalthisweekend.
Andwhilemanyrenditionsofthiseventinthepasthave sufferedfromunseasonablewarmspellsthathavereduced someofthesculpturestolookinglikeacandleunderaheat lampbythetimetheweekendwrapped,itlookslikeMother Natureisgivingusalittlekissofgracethisgo-around,and oncewegetpassedFriday’sexpectedrain,thingsshouldbe aboutasgoodaswecanexpecttherestoftheway.
And,yes,thatraintheyarecallingforonFridayisabig deal.Organizerswentfullyproactiveonthisandhavemoved manyoftheeventsthatwerepreviouslyscheduledforFriday toSunday.ThatleavesSaturday’sslateas-is,ifyou’rekeeping scoreathome.Andifyouwantustokeepscoreforyou,just turntopages36and37foralistingofwhere,whatandwhen, tokeepyouhoppingallweekend.
Look—thisisthetimeofyearwhenweallcankindof findourselveshibernating.Earlydarkness,coldairandnota lotofactivitiesgoingoningeneralcanleadtoafullembrace ofthecomfortsofhome.Andthere’sreallynothingwrong withthat.Wedothe“Netflixandchill”thing,eatthefoods that“sticktothebellyandwarmusup,”andventureoutside whenweneedfoodordrink.It’sanopeninvitationforgeneral lethargy,whichdefinitelyhasitsplaceinlife,butalsocanlead ustoisolation,whichcanleadtoanynumberofproblems fromthere.
ButhereisFire&Ice.Hereiswhereyouwillfindalotof
yourneighbors,sippingbeveragesattheBeerGardenandInflatablePubinOceanView,takinginthesightsandsoundsin Millville,enjoyinganicedrinklugeatSaltedVinesor,geez, justaboutanythingyoucanthinkofin downtownBethanyBeach,fromaskatingrinktoCascadingCarlosdazzling withhisjugglingskillsontheboardwalk toaninflatablekingdomforthekids. Bored?Noexcusethisweekend,folks. Ifyoufindyourselfboredthisweekend, maybeit’stimetolookinthemirror. And,look,thereismorethanjustfun togoalongwiththisevent,obviously.Itisagreatdrawto bringpeoplebothoutoftheirhousesandfromoutoftownto ourlocalbusinessesduringatimeoftheyearwhenthecustomerbaseiscertainlydownfromthebustlingsummer months.
We’veallbeenthebeneficiariesofahugeuptickinthe numberofrestaurantsandshopsthathavecometothecommunityoverrecentyears,andthedevelopmentthatmanyof themhavetriedtomakeagoofityear-round—eitherbecause oftheincreasedpopulationthatstayshereinthewinter months,orasanefforttoretaingoodemployeestheydon’t wanttolose.Eventslikethishelpthem“keepthelightson”and allowustheopportunitytoenjoytheirservicesintothefuture. There’sverylittledownsidetoaneventlikethis,honestly. Andevenlookingforadownsidekindoftellsonyouas well.It’safestival.It’sfun.Noneedtoyellatthecloudsand complainaboutpeoplecomingintotownandhavingfun— embracethefun.It’sfun.Thatshouldbeenoughforyou. Duringatimeofyearthatcanfeelcoldandgrayanddark andmaybealittlelonely,itisagifttohavesomeFire&Ice andallthatcomeswithitenterourlives.Bundleup,getout andseeyourfriendsandneighbors,enjoyacocktailifyou’reso inclined,visitsomeshopsandrestaurantsyouhaven’tfrequentedsincewinterandlistentothesoundsofchildrenhavingfunallaroundyou.It’sfun.Getoutandenjoyit.
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GuestColumn Makingthecaseforschoolresourceofficer
ByJoeyMelvin,Director CenterforSafeSchools
Lastweek,Ihadtheopportunityto testifybeforealegislativecommittee aboutanissueIcaredeeplyabout: schoolsafety.Thefocusofmytestimony wastosupportfundingforaproposed billthatwouldincreasethenumberof schoolresourceofficers(SROs)in Delawareschools.Assomeonewhohas servedasanSROwithtwopoliceagenciesandnowtrainsofficersnationwide throughtheNationalAssociationof SchoolResourceOfficers,I’veseen firsthandthepositiveimpactaproperly
selectedandtrainedSROcanhaveona schoolcommunity.
WhileIampassionateaboutthe SROposition,Ialsorespectthosewho expressconcernsoropposeplacingpoliceinschools.Manyargumentsagainst SROsstemfromthe“school-to-prison pipeline”theory,popularizedbya2011 article,whichclaimsthatschool-based policingincreasesjuvenilearrestsand contributestolong-termnegativeoutcomesforstudents.However,asalifelongDelawareanandsomeonewhohas dedicatedmycareertomakingschools safer,Iwanttoofferaperspective rootedinfactsandexperience.
Let’sstartwiththedata.In Delaware,SROsplayakeyroleinthe JuvenileCivilCitationProgram,which providesanalternativetoarrestforfirsttime,low-leveljuvenileoffenders.Since 2015,Delaware’sSROshavebeenthe primaryfacilitatorsofthisprogram,offeringstudentsanopportunitytotake accountabilityfortheiractionswithout enteringthejusticesystem.Thisprogramisn’tmandated;it’sanoptionthat SROsusetoprotectstudentsfromthe lifelongconsequencesofanarrest record.Farfromcontributingtothe “school-to-prisonpipeline,”Delaware’s SROsactivelyworktodivertstudents awayfromthejusticesystemandtowardmoreproductiveoutcomes.
It’salsoworthnotingtwonational trendsthatcorrelatewiththeriseof SROprograms.First,juvenilearrest rateshavefallenbyover80percentin thepast25years,accordingtotheOfficeofJuvenileJustice&Delinquency Prevention(OJJDP)data.Whilemany factorscontributetothisdecline,the riseinSROprogramshaslikelyplayed aroleinearlyinterventionandprevention.Second,U.S.graduationrateshave
steadilyrisenoverthepasttwodecades, reachinganall-timehighof86percent, accordingtotheNationalCenterfor EducationStatistics(NCES).Although there’snodirectcausallink,thesepositivetrendssuggestthatSROscontributetocreatingsafer,more supportiveenvironmentswherestudents canthriveacademically.
Ofcourse,thesuccessofSROprogramsdependsentirelyonthequalityof theofficersselectedandthetraining theyreceive.Noteverypoliceofficeris suitedfortheuniquedemandsofworkinginschools.Therightcandidateis someonewhocanbuildtrustwithstudents,parentsandstaff,makingschools not onlysaferbutmorewelcoming. Comprehensivetrainingisessentialand shouldincludetopicssuchasde-escalation,trauma-informedpractices,adolescentbraindevelopment,supporting studentswithdisabilitiesandactiveassailantresponse.
Theargumentthatschoolsneed morementalhealthservicesisnotlost onme—infact,Ifullysupportit.
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Editor:
OnDec.17,2024,theSussex CountyCouncilimposedagreatdisservicetotheresidentsofthefastestgrowingcountyinthefastest-growing stateintheMid-Atlanticregion.Councilmembersvoteddownanopportunity toreceive$128millionfromU.S.Wind
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Schoolcounselors,socialworkersand mentalhealthprofessionalsplayacriticalroleinfosteringstudentwellbeing andaddressingtheunderlyingissues thatcanimpactbothacademicsuccess andbehavior.Whatoftengoesunrecognized,however,istheclosepartnershipthatexistsbetweenSROsand schoolcounselors.Thisrelationshipis notoneofexclusivitybutoneofcollaboration,wheretheuniqueskillsandexpertiseofbothprofessionals complementeachothertobettersupportstudents.
SROsoftenworkhand-in-handwith schoolcounselorstoidentifystudentsin crisis,connectthemtoappropriatere-
intheformofleasepayments,communitybenefitsandupgradestoDelaware’s gridinexchangefortheuseofaparcel oflandforanewelectricalsubstation foritsoffshorewindprojectoffthe coast ofOceanCity.
TheparceloflandofinterestisadjacenttotheIndianRiverPowerPlant, whichfordecadeswasresponsiblefor highlevelsoftoxicchemicalsseeping intothecounty’sgroundwaterandsurfacewaterfromitsBurtonIslandcoal
sourcesandintervenebeforeminorissuesescalateintomoresignificantproblems.Whetherhelpingastudent navigateadifficultsituationathomeor addressingabehavioralchallenge,SROs andcounselorstogetherformasafety netthatextendsbeyondanysinglediscipline.Thispartnershiphighlightsthe importanceofsupportingbothmental health servicesandthepresenceofwelltrainedSROsinschools—eachbrings adifferentbutequallyvitalperspective tothetable.
Ratherthanframingthisasachoice betweenmentalhealthprofessionals andSROs,it’sessentialtorecognize thatacomprehensiveapproachto schoolsafetyandstudentsupportrequiresboth.Theserolesareinterconnected,notinterchangeable,andeach
ashlandfill.Thestackemissionsfrom theplantarealsosuspectedtobelinked totheelevatedcancerratesinthearea thatincludesDagsboro,Frankford, Georgetown,Millsboro,OceanView andSelbyville.
Giventhatlegacyoftragicallypoor environmentalmanagement,itisironic thattheSussexCountyCouncilwould votetoblockaclean-energyprojectthat
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deservesstrongsupportandinvestment toensurethewell-beingandsafetyof everystudent.
Asinglelettercannotfullycapture thecomplexitiesoftheSROroleoraddresseveryconcern.Myhopeistoprovidesomeclarityforthosegrappling withthepositionsposedbybothsupportersandopponentsofSROprograms.Atitscore,thisissueisn’tabout choosingsides;it’saboutensuringour schoolsareplaceswherestudentsfeel safe,supportedandequippedtosucceed.
Whilethedecisionnottofundthis billisdisappointing,Iamhopefulthat the conversationaroundschoolsafety willcontinue,informedbydata,experienceandasharedcommitmenttodoing what’sbestforourstudents.
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Crocheters, knitters, & needleworkers of all skill levels are welcome to join in this group!
Jigsaw Puzzle Swap 2—2:30 pm Swap out your old puzzles for some that are new-to-you!
Wednesday, February 5
Valentine’s Story Time 10:30—11:30 am
Join us for a Valentine's-themed Story Time! For ages 5 & up, please.
The Underground Railroad in DE 2—3:00 pm
Join us for a free educational lecture with the Delaware Historical Society on the history of the Underground Railroad in Delaware.
Crime Solvers! 5—6:45 pm
Join us for a tabletop game where we use clues to solve fictional murders.
Thursday, February 6
RBWG Free Writes 10:30 am—12:30 pm
Writers of all skill levels meet to practice creative writing & explore different genres!
Friday, February 7
Tai Chi & Qigong for Health 10—11:00 am
Learn the basics of Tai-Chi & Qigong in this beginner’s level class.
Remake, Refresh, & Refurbish Your Garden 2—3:00 pm
Join us for a free 1-hour workshop on how to prep your garden for the spring!
Saturday, February 8
Pop-Up Book Sale 10:00 am—12:00 pm
LEGO Club 11:00 am—12:00 pm
Let your child's imagination run wild at LEGO Club!
Art Therapy for Teens 1—2:30 pm
Join us at the library for an afternoon of easy, fun, crafts with soothing background music. For ages 13—18, please.
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wouldboosttheDelawareeconomy,as wellascontributingtocleanerairforall arearesidents.ThatisaftertheDepartmentofInteriorissuedfinalpermitsfor theproject,withsupportfromGov. JohnCarney,theDelawareDepartment ofNaturalResourcesandEnvironmentalControl,theSussexCountyPlanning&ZoningCommission,andother stateofficials.
Thecircumstancessurroundingthe council’svoteraisequestions.Reporters forSpotlightDelawarediscoveredthat immediatelypriortothecouncil’svote, officialsfromWorcesterCountyand OceanCitymysteriouslyfundedaPR campaigntoswaytheSussexCounty Council’svote.Seeminglyoutofthin air,OceanCityandWorcesterCounty eachcameupwith$100,000forwhich anewwebsite,StopOffshoreWind.com, materializedjustdaysbeforetheCouncil’svote.Thewebsiteurgeditsreaders totellcouncilmemberstodenythepermit.
Whetherornotthatcampaigninfluencedthevote,questionsremain.What givesofficialsinMarylandtherightto meddleintheaffairsofaneighboring state?Wheredidthe$200,000spontaneouslycomefrom?Didtheofficials fromWorcesterCountyandOcean Cityprivatelybenefitfromthescheme tothwarttheeconomic,environmental
andhealthbenefitsthatDelawareresidentswereontracktoreceive?
SussexCountyresidentsoughttobe outragedthattheirinterestsweresupersededbythemeddlingofelectedofficials fromanotherstate.Inlightofwhat hasoccurred,Sussexresidentsoughtto demandthatthevotebetakenupasecondtime,thistimetakingintoaccount theinterestsofDelawareresidentsand nottheinterestsoftheagentsbehind theinterstatemeddling.
SteveCottrell,President DelawareAudubon
MOAAendorsesHB1 forveterans
Editor:
TheMilitaryOfficersAssociationof America(MOAA)SouthernDelaware ChapterendorsesHB1,establishinga DepartmentofVeteransAffairsfor Delaware.Wewouldencourageallresidentstolettheirlegislatorsknowthis billneedstheirsupport.
Withapproximately70,000veterans livinginthisstate,thisdepartment wouldensureallveteransandtheirfamiliesreceivethestateandfederalbenefitsandservicestheyearnedanddeserve asaresultoftheirselflessandhonorable service.
AccordingtoSmileHub(“States ThatCaretheMostAboutVeterans”in 2024),Delawareisranked48thasaveteran-friendlystate.Thestateranks47th concerningVAexpendituresperveteran.
Acabinetsecretarywouldchampion veterans’rightsandimproveDelaware’s standingasaveteran-friendlystateby helpingthemresolvesocial,medicaland economicissues.
Byestablishingthiscabinetposition, theSecretaryofVeteransAffairswould aidveterans,activeandretiredmembers ofalltheuniformservices,andtheir familiesobtainthebenefitstheyareentitled. Thedepartmentwouldcoordinatetheeffortsofallstateagenciesthat provideservicestoourveteransand theirfamilies.Thedepartmentwouldbe anadvocateforstatemilitaryandnationalguardinstallationsandensurethe DelawareVeteransHomeandDelaware VeteransMemorialCemeteriesare properlymanaged,staffedandmaintained.
Letyourlegislatorsknowyousupportourveteransandarecountingon themtocarrythisbillacrossthefinish linetoestablishaDepartmentofVeterans Affairs.
LarryHess,President MOAASouthernDelawareChapter
Residentasksformore publiccomment
Editor:
Ithasoccurredtomethatthesilent majorityofcomplaintsarefromresidentsandpropertyownerswhodonot realizetheycanpetitionSussexCounty Councilmemberswiththeirrequests,or perhapsdonotknowwhattheproceduresare.
Toallofyouwhohavereadtheaccountsoftheproposedmoratoriumon developmentsandthepush-backfrom developers/builders,weasresidentsand propertyownersneedtohaveourvoices heard.
Whenyouwriteanemailandsendit toCountyofficials,itisrecorded.The moreemailsthatcomeinandare recordedtoopposefurtherdevelopment,thebetter.Asimpleandshort emailoutliningthenegativeimpact traffichasonyourwayoflife,thelack ofdoctorsduetooverpopulationofour area,theaddedburdentoprovidewater,
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Located just minutes from the beach, local dining, shopping, and entertainment, Arbor-Lyn offers a perfect blend of luxury and convenience. Enjoy Schell Brothers’ unmatched curb appeal in a neighborhood that puts you close to everything you love about Rehoboth Beach. This final homesite presents a unique opportunity to build a home that reflects your style and needs. Whether you're looking for open-concept living spaces, a gourmet kitchen, or a backyard ready for entertaining, we've got you covered.
This last homesite won't last long! If you've been considering making Arbor-Lyn your home, now is the time to act. Arbor-Lyn has quickly become one of our most
AGjoins$106MsettlementwithVanguard
TheInvestorProtectionUnitofthe DelawareDepartmentofJusticehas joinedataskforceofstatesecuritiesregulatorsandtheUnitedStatesSecurities &ExchangeCommission(SEC)ina $106millionsettlementwithVanguard MarketingCorporationandTheVanguardGroupInc.(Vanguard)forsupervisoryanddisclosurefailures.
AccordingtoDelawareDepartment ofJustofficials,theinvestigationrevealedthatin2020,Vanguardlowered
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sewer,fireprotection,thedestructionof wetlandbuffers,andovercrowded schools,isnecessary.Showingyoursupportforslowingpropertydevelopment
the investmentminimumsforitsinstitutionaltargetretirementfunds(TRFs). Asaresult,alargenumberofinvestors redeemedtheirInvestorTRFsharesto purchaseinstitutionalTRFshares,in turnleadingVanguardtosellhighlyappreciatedassetsintheInvestorTRF. Officialssaidthattriggeredsignificant capitalgainstaxesforretailinvestors whoremainedinvestedintheInvestor TRF.Vanguarddidnotdisclosethepotentialcapitalgainsandtaximplications
byeitheramoratoriumorotherlegal policieswillpushtheCountyCouncil toaddressthisgrowingissue.
IfyouknowyourSussexCounty Districtrepresentative,youmaysendit toyourcouncilperson.Ifyoudonot knowwheretosendyouremail,itcan
to InvestorTRFshareholders,theysaid.
“Fullandfairdisclosuresarenecessaryforinvestorstomakeinformeddecisions,”saidAttorneyGeneralKathy Jennings.“Vanguard’sfailuretomake properdisclosureshadnegativeconsequencestoinvestors,andIampleased thatDelawareansimpactedbytheseunexpectedcapitalgainstaxeswillbecompensated.”
TheVanguardGroupistheparent companyofVanguardMarketingCor-
gotoCouncilPresidentDouglasHudson,doug.hudson@sussexcountyde.gov; or toCouncilVice-PresidentJohn Rieleyatjlrieley@sussexcountyde.gov; ortoSussexCountyAdministrator ToddLawsonattlawson@sussexcountyde.gov.
poration,aFINRA-andstate-registeredbroker-dealer.TheSECwillnotifytheinvestorswhowereimpactedby theactionandwilladministertheremediationpayments,throughitsFairFund program,tocompensateinvestorsfor thecapitalgainstaxes.
Anyonewhohasquestionsorconcernsabouttheirinvestmentsortheir financialprofessionalcancontactthe InvestorProtectionUnitat Investor.Protection@delaware.gov.
Thistug-of-warbetweendevelopers/buildersandresidents/property owners,mustprevailinourfavor—we, theresident/owners.Pleasewriteyour emailstoday.
DorisP.Pierce OceanView
hissister,DonnaMilligan;his brother,GaryCooper;andhisgreatgrandson,BenjaminSnyder.Heis survivedbyhisdaughters,KathyFay SnyderandSusanElaineGodwin, andhisson,MarkWayneCooper,all ofGumboro,Del.;andhisdear friendandcompanion,SharonMills HearnofPittsville,Md.Hewasa proudgrandfathertoBrandonSnyder(andCarrie),StacyHicks,Jarad GodwinandJuliaGodwin;anda cherishedgreat-grandfathertoClaire Hicks,LizHicks,JackHicks,Audrey SnyderandBrodySnyder.
Afuneralservicetocelebrate Cooper’slifewillbeheldonMonday, Jan.27,2025,atWatsonFuneral Home&CrematoriuminMillsboro, Del.,at11a.m.,withtheviewing from10to11a.m.priortotheservice.IntermentwillfollowatMillsboroCemeteryinMillsboro,Del.In lieuofflowers,memorialcontributionsmaybemadetoAyresUnited MethodistChurch,P.O. Box52, Pittsville,MD21850.Cooper’slife memorialwebpageisatwww.watsonfh.com.
Camille‘Cay’Cutright,76
Camille“Cay”Cutright,76, passedawaypeacefully,atherhome,
onJan.17,2025.Shewasbornon June11,1948,inBuckhannon, W.Va.,toLeRoyandValtaCanfield. CutrightattendedBuckhannonUpshurHighSchoolandWestVirginiaWesleyanCollege,whereshe earnedabachelor’sdegree.Shemarriedhermiddle-schoolsweetheart, MikeCutright,in1967.Afterattendingcollegetogether,thecouple movedtoDenton,Md.,whereCay CutrighttaughtEnglish,directed musicalsandrananOdysseyofthe Mindteamformanyyearsat Riverview(later,Lockerman)Middle School,affectingthelivesofthousandsofstudents.
Shewasanactivevolunteerinthe community,withParks&Recreation, WednesdayNightClub,GirlScouts andCASA,andwasanactivememberofSt.Luke’sUnitedMethodist Church.Afterretiring,Mikeand CayCutrightmovedtoOceanView, Del.SheactedwithDickensParlour Theatre,paintedseveralpaintings thatwereexhibitedandsold,and publishedashortstoryinBeachLife magazineandanovelofyoungadult fictiontitled“StartingOver.”
Cutrightlovedtospendtimewith hergrandchildren.Sheandherhusbandlovedsummertimevisitswith allsixgrandchildren.Theyspent wintersinHouston,Texas,reveling inwatchingtheNeumannboysplay basketball.Shewasanactivemember
ofMarinersBethelGlobal MethodistChurchinOceanView andtheMarinersBethelWomen’s Group,andRehobothBeachWriters Guild.Shewasknownforhervibrantenergyandsmilethatlitup everyroom.Shespentherlifesharingherloveforreading,writing, drama,theartsandhelpingothers. Cutrightwasprecededindeathby abrother,Joe.Shewillbedeeply missedbyallwhoknewher.issurvivedbyherdevotedhusband,Mike; twocherisheddaughters,KimFlemingandherhusband,Doug,along withtheirthreesons,James,Andrew andRyan,andCassieNeumannand herhusband,Spencer,alongwith theirthreesons,Noah,Nelsonand Niles.Sheisalsosurvivedbyher threebrothers,Chuck,EdandTom Canfield,andtheirbeautifulfamilies; aswellascountlessfriends.
Thefamilywillreceiveguestsat MarinersBethelGlobalMethodist Church,81CentralAvenue,Ocean View,Del.,at2p.m.onSunday,Feb. 2,2025.Serviceswillbeheldat3 p.m.,followedbyareceptionatthe ClubhouseofBearTrapDunes,7 ClubhouseDrive,OceanView,Del., at4p.m.Inlieuofflowers,contributionsinmemoryofCutrightmaybe madetotheRehobothBeachWritersGuildorFirstTeeofDelaware.If donatingtotheWritersGuild,visit https://www.rehobothbeachwriters-
guild.com/support-the-guild.html andsendanemailtoExecutiveDirectorMaribethFischerat fischer.maribeth@gmail.comwith “CutrightDonation”inthesubject line.IfcontributingtoFirstTeeof Delaware,donateathttps://firstteedelaware.org/in-memoriam-giving/.Condolencesmaybesentto MikeCutright,47OctoberGlory Ave.,OceanView,DE19970,oronlineat www.melsonfuneralservices.com.
CaroleFrancisGulbronson,88 CaroleFrancisGulbronson,88,of Selbyville,Del.,passedawayonDec. 28,2024,atBeebeHealthcarein Lewes,Del.,afterhavingafallon ChristmasEve.
GulbronsonworkedforAvon ProductsinNewark,Del.,formore than30yearsasastockanalystbeforeretiringtoSelbyvillefull-timein 1991.ShealsoworkedatCandy KitchenatSeaColonynearBethany Beach,Del.,part-timeforsixyears afterherretirement.
Shewasadedicatedwife,mother, grandmotherandauntwholovedher familywholeheartedly.Sheespecially lovedchildren,alwayslookingforwardtospendingtimewiththe youngsters(thebabies)inthefamily. Gulbronsonandherlatehusband,
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MembersoftheMasonDixonVFWPost7234recentlypresenteda$10,000donationtoHomeoftheBraveFoundationinMilford. Themoneyforthedonationwasraisedthroughsponsorshipsofthe2ndAnnualMasonDixonVFWPost7234golfoutingwhichwasheldattheSaltPondGolfClubin BethanyBeachthispastSeptember.
Pictured,lefttoright:WilliamBrown,ExecutiveDirector,HomeoftheBrave;KenSmith,President,MasonDixonVFWPost7234GolfAssociation;JimBurton,Committee Member,MasonDixonVFWPost7234GolfAssociation;BillSadtler,Treasurer,MasonDixonVFWPost7234GolfAssociation;GregFuller,BoardChairman,HomeoftheBrave; AndyArtemchuk,OfficerOfTheDay,MasonDixonVFWPost7234;JohnRywelski,CommitteeMember,MasonDixonVFWPost7234.
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Properties subjecttoassociationscanbe condos,townhomesoreven single-family homes.Thecost ofmaintenance andrepairof manyorallexteriorcomponents,suchasroofing, siding,landscaping,etc.,aregenerallytheresponsibilityoftheassociation.
Wheninspectingaproperty subjecttoanassociation,inspectorsarenotrequiredtoreporton theconditionofthesecomponents.Weareonlyrequiredtoreportonthesystemsand componentsthatarethehomeowner’sresponsibility.Ifwedosee an“association”defect,weadvise reportingtheissuetotheassociationimmediately.Everyassociationdiffers,soitisveryimportant toreviewyourdocumentsthoroughly.Youshouldbe100percent educatedonwhomtheresponsibilityofeachcomponentliesprior tosettlement.Choosinganexperiencedinspectorandagentcan help,aswehaveworkedinthese neighborhoodspreviously.
Wheninspectingahomethat doesnotfallunderanassociation, theinspectorwillberequiredto inspectandreportonalloftheexteriorcomponentssetforthbythe applicablestate’sstandardsof practice.Theprospectivebuyersof thesetypesofpropertieswillultimatelyberesponsibleforfarmore
maintenanceandrepairitemsbut donothavetheaddedexpenseof theassociationfees.
ToddWilliams GoldStandardInspectionCo. (302)841-3979 Admin@goldstandardinspections.com
Acondoinspectionanda townhouseinspectiondiffer primarilyinthe scopeoftheareas examined.Ina condoinspection, thefocusison theindividualcondo unit,whichincludesthestructural elements,electrical,plumbingand HVACsystemsdirectlywithinthe unit.Additionally,condoinspections assesssharedspaces,suchashallways,lobbies,elevators,parking garagesandrecreationalareas,becausethesearemanagedbythe condoassociation.Inspectorsarenot responsibleforareasoutsidetheunit, suchastheroof,foundationorexterior,asthesearetypicallycoveredby theassociation.
Ontheotherhand,asingle-family homeinspectionexaminestheentire building,includingthefoundation, roof,HVACsystems,plumbingand electricalsystems.Unlikecondos, ownersgenerallyownthestructure andthelanditsitson,sotheinspectioninvolvesamorethoroughassessmentofthebuilding’sexternaland internalcomponents.Thisincludes areassuchastheroof,exteriorwalls
andfoundationthatarenottypically includedinacondoinspection. Insummary,whilecondoinspectionsfocusontheinteriorunitand sharedspaces,single-familyinspectionsaremorecomprehensive,coveringtheentirestructureandsystems.
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BaysideHomeInspections (302)500-0130 baysidehomeinsp@gmail.com
Ahomeinspectionconductedon asingle-familyhomewillincludethe entirestructure(insideandout,top tobottom)includingappliances,as designatedforinspectionaccording totheindustriesStandardsofPr acticeassetforthbytheAmericanSocietyofHomeInspectors.
Acondominiuminspectionfocusesontheinteriorcomponentsof theunitandexcludescommonareas, alsodesignatedbytheASHISOP. Theseareasaregenerallytheexterior walkways/stairs,parking,siding,roof andfoundation,astheyaretypically maintainedbythecondo/homeowner’sassociation(HOA).Toensuretheinspectorinspectsallitems
thataretheresponsibilityofthe homeownerduringacondoinspection,he/she willaskyouwhat thecondo/HOA covers,asthere aredifferencesin buildingstylesand condo/HOAresponsibilities.
Someexamplesofthesedifferenceswouldbeatownhousestylevs ahigh-risestylecondo.Thehighrisestylewouldfocusonlyontheindividualunit,wherethetownhouse stylemightincludesomeexterior items,dependingonthe condo/HOAresponsibilities.Inany event,theinspectionsarethorough andworthhaving.
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January30
BingoWiththeElks— TheSelbyvilleElks LodgewillhostaBingogame.Doorsopen at5:30p.m.andthegamesbeginat7 p.m.Thecostis$25toplay,andtherewill becashprizes,specialgames,ajackpot bonanza,pulltabs,refreshments,raffles anddoorprizes.Mustbeatleast18years old.TheLodgeislocatedat13324 WorcesterHighway,Bishopville,Md.
February1-March1
TinyArtShow— TheSouthCoastalLibrary welcomesallagestoviewthe2025Tiny ArtShow,featuring4”x4”canvasesdecoratedbyages6–Adult.(Free.)South CoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue,Bethany Beach,DE19930southcoastal.lib.de.us 302-858-5518.
February1
StoryTimewithChesapeakeMermaid— TheChesapeakeMermaidwillcaptivate youngaudienceswithaninteractivestory time.Includesstorytelling,movement, song,baycreaturesignlanguage,delightfulencounterswiththemermaid’swildlife friends,andphotoopportunitiesatSouth CoastalLib raryat10:30a.m.Free,for agesBirth–age5andtheirfamilies.No registrationrequired,butparent/caregiver mustaccompanychildren.Hostedbythe SouthCoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue, BethanyBeach,DE19930302-858-5518 https://southcoastal.lib.de.us
February3
ChixWithStix— JoinMaryBethLeonard forSouthCoastalLibrary’snextmonthly meetingaboutcrocheting,knittingand
needleworkingat10a.m.Allskilllevels welcome.Seewhatothersaremakinga nd getinspirationinthisfungroup meeting.Free,registerathttps://southcoastal.lib.de.usorbycalling302-8585518.Walk-insacceptedifspaceallows. HostedbytheSouthCoastalLibrary,43 KentAvenue,BethanyBeach,DE19930 BeginningCrochetClass,Part1— Mary BethLeonardwillteachathree-partintroductorycrochetclassatSouthCoastalLibrary,at1p.m.Inpartone,she'llgivea briefhistoryofthecraft,introduceyouto basictools,andteachyou basictechniquesandtips.Youwillthenstartmaking abasiccrochetingproject(dishclothand/or placemat)whichincorporatesthreemain stitches.Inclasstwo(Feb.10),youwill learnmoreaboutthevarietyofcrochet stitchesandhowtoreadcrochetpatterns andchartswhileworkingonyourproject. Inthelastclass(Feb.17)wewillfinishour
projectsanddiscoveradditionalcrocheting resourcesavailabletoyou.Eachsessionis twohours.Allmaterialsprovided .Ages18plus.Youmustintendtoparticipateinall threeclasses.Registrationisrequiredand opensat1p.m.onFeb.3athttps://southcoastal.lib.de.usorbycalling302-8585518.Walk-insacceptedifspaceallows. HostedbytheSouthCoastalLibrary,43 KentAvenue,BethanyBeach,DE19930 JigsawPuzzleTime!— Bringuptothree jigsawpuzzlestoSouthCoastalLibraryat 2p.m.toswapforonesthatothershave left.Puzzlesshould,tothebestofyour knowledge,have alltheirpieces,bein goodcondition,andbeintheiroriginal,untapedcontainers.Wealsohavetwocommunityjigsawpuzzlessetupinthelibrary foryoutohelpuscompletewhenever we’reopen.Puzzlescanalsobeborrowed fromotherlibrariesforyoutodoathome —justplaceaholdontheminourcatalog!HostedbytheSouthCoastalLibrary, 43KentAvenue,BethanyBeach,DE19930 https://southcoastal.lib.de.us302-8585518.
February4
HowWeCreatePandemics— Smithsonian curator,biologicalanthropologistandauthorSabrinaShotswilldeliveranonline presentationat2p.m.abouthowandwhy pandemicsareaninescapablethreatof ourownmaking,fromtheanatomythatdefinesustothemisperceptionsthatdivide us.Shewillalsoaddresshowwecansave ourselvesfromfuturepandemics.Free, registrationisrequiredandavailableat https://southcoastal.lib.de.usorbycalling (302)858-5518.HostedbytheSouth CoastalLib rary,43KentAvenue,Bethany Beach,DE19930
February5
Valentine’sStoryTime— JoinSouth CoastalLibraryat10:30a.m.foraValentine’s-themedStoryTimeforinfants–Age 5.Thisisagreatopportunitytoengage yourchildinearlyliteracypracticesand gettoknowotherfamiliesinthearea.No registrationrequired,butparent-caregiver mustaccompanychildren.Hostedbythe SouthCoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue, BethanyBeach,DE19930https://southcoastal.l ib.de.us(302)858-5518Hosted bytheSouthCoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue,BethanyBeach,DE19930
TheUndergroundRailroadinDelaware — TheDelawareHistoricalSocietywill presentafree,educationallectureonthe historyoftheUndergroundRailroadin DelawareatSouthCoastalLibraryat2 p.m.Comeandlearnaboutthefreedom seekersandthebravemenandwomen, bothenslavedandfree,whomadetheUndergroundRailroadpossibleinourarea. Registrationisappre ciatedandavailableat https://southcoastal.lib.de.usorbycalling (302)858-5518.HostedbytheSouth CoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue,Bethany Beach,DE19930
CrimeSolvers!— Areyouatruecrime loveroranaspiringdetective?JoinSouth CoastalLibraryat5p.m.fora105-minute
NotableNatives:Badactors:thehighlyinvasive
BySusuFiske,InlandBaysGardenCenter SpecialtotheCoastalPoint
Italkallthetimeaboutgreatnativestohaveinyourgardentohelp theenvironment,saveyoumoney (lesswaterandfertilizers)andattract wildlifetoyouryard.IfeelthatI shouldalsobringtoyourattention thebadactors—thereallyinvasive nonnatives—thatIamseeing everywhereIgo.WhenIgofora hikeinalocalpark,Igetreallyupset whenIfindaprofusionofEnglish
ivyandJapanesehoneysuckleclimbingandkillingournativetreesorautumnoliveandBradfordpeartrees pushingoutourbeautifulhackberry, cherryandoaktrees.
MybiggestvexationsareEnglish ivy(Hederahelix),Japanesehoneysuckle(Lonicerajaponica),autumn olive(Elaeagnusumbellate),Bradfordpear(Pyruscalleryana),Chinese silvergrass(Miscanthussinensis), Chinesefountaingrass(Cenchrus purpurascens),wingedeuonymus (Euonymusalatus),Chineseprivet
(Ligustrumsinense),creepingJenny (Ly simachianummularia),pampas grass(Cortaderiaselloana),butterfly bush(Buddlejadavidii)andvinca vine(Vincaminor).
Therearemanymoreinvasive plantsinSussexCounty,butthese aretheonesthatmostofyouhave heardoforseeninthewild,aswell asvolunteeringinyourownyard.A morein-depthlistwhereyoucan findtheDelawareinvasiveandwatch listcanbefoundhere: https://delawareinvasives.net/?page_i
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Thereasonthatitissoimportant togetridofandnotaddtothe amountofinvasivesisthatthereare nonaturaladversaries(insectsordisease)tokeepthemincheck,which makesthemhaveanadvantageover ournativeflora.Thespreadingofinvasivesdepletesthefoodforournativefaunaanddecreasestheirnative habitatandnativeplantbiodiversity, andincreasesnaturalresourceloss.
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Theyalsochangeourlocalfoodsoil webandwaterquality.
Ourlocalfloraandfaunaevolved togetherovereonstocoexisttogetherandprovidewhateachneeds fromeachother,Whentheircycleis disrupted,insects,plantsandanimals becomeendangeredandthenextinct. Also,invasiveslikethebutterflybush attractbutterfliesbutdonotprovide thenutrientsourlocalbutterflies need.Plus,theycrowdoutthehost plantsthataresoimportanttoso manyinsects’lifecycles.
Unfortunately,manyinvasivesare stillbeingsoldbygardencentersand nurseries.Ioftenwonderwhywe waittoputinvasiveplantsonalist untilaftertheyhavebecomesodestructiveandprevalentthattheyare extremelycostlytoremove.Asbuyers,youcanhelpthissystemalongby askingfornativesandrefusingtobuy plantsthatareinvasivetoyourregion!
Ihaveachallengeforyou—next timeyoutakeawalkordriveinthis areanotetohowmanyareasare overrunbyEnglishivy.Inthespring, observehowabundanttheBradford pearshavebecomeinournatural areas.Takingawalkinastatepark? NoticehowmanyChinesesilver grass(Miscanthussinensis)youfind. Theresultsmaysurpriseyou.
•Ceanothusamericanus—New Jerseytea
•Cephalanthusoccidentalis— buttonbush
•Clethraalnifolia—sweetpepperbush
•Eutrochiumpurpureum—Joe Pye
•Iteavirginica—Virginiasweetspire
•Philadelphuslewisii—wild mockorange
•Physocarpusopulifoliusninebark
•Sambucuscanadensis—Americanelderberry
Inplaceofeuonymus:
•Baptisiatinctoria-smallyellow wildindigo
•Comptoniaperegrine—sweet fern
•Vacciniumcorymbosum— highbushblueberry
•Vacciniumangustifolium— lowbushblueberry
•Viburnumlentago—nannyberry
•Viburnumnudum—Possumhaw
InplaceofEnglishivy,Japanese honeysuckle,creepingjenny,and vincavines:
•Aristolochiatomentosa— Dutchman’spipe
•Asarumcanadense—wildginger
•Heuchera—alumroot/coralbells
•Lonicerasempervirens—coral honeysuckle
•Packeraaurea—goldenragwort
Ialsochallengeyoutoremoveinvasivesfromyouryard,asIamdoing. Ihavealreadyseenanincreaseinthe varietyofbirdsandcaterpillarsinmy garden,andyouknowthatmakesme extremelyhappy.
Nativeplantstouseinstead oftheinvasives
Inplaceofbutterflybushes:
•Parthenocissusquinquefolia— Virginiacreeper
•Polystichumacrostichoides— Christmasfern
•Linderiabenzoin—Spicebush
•Lonicerasempervirens—coral honeysuckle
•Benthamidia—dogwoodtrees
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Clubs/Organizations
MarinesMeet— TheFirstStateDetachmentoftheMarineCorpsLeaguemeets onthefourthWednesdayofeachmonth attheOceanCity(Md.)AmericanLegion Post166on23rdStreetatnoon.Any MarinesandNavyCorpsmenwhohave servedintheCorps,livinginWorcesteror SussexCounties,arewelcometojointo meettheirfellowveteransandconsider joiningtheorganization.Theirmissionis communityservicethroughcamaraderie andvolunteerism.Formor einformation, call(410)430-7181oremailwebsergeant@firststatemarines.org.
CommunityClub— TheSelbyvilleCommunityClubiswelcomingnewmembers,and meetsonthesecondThursdayofeach monthatSalemMethodistChurchat1 p.m.,withasocialhourfromnoonto1 p.m.Formoreinformation,visitselbyvillecommunityclub.orgoremailselbyvillewomensclub@gmail.com.
IntheGenes— SponsoredbytheLewes HistoricalSocietyandtheSussexCounty Genealogica lSociety,theGenealogistin ResidenceprogramisonthefirstSaturday ofeachmonthfrom10a.m.to2p.m.in theReadingRoomattheLewesHistory Museum.MembersoftheSocietywillbe availabletohelpanyonewhohasquestions abouttheirfamilytree.TheLewesHistorical SocietyArchivesFamilyFileswillbeavailableforresearch.Formoreinformation, visitthematscgsdelaware.orgorhistoriclewes.org.
VIPMeets— VIPisasocialgroupforvisually-impairedper sons,andmeetsthefirst andthirdWednesdayofeachmonthatthe MastersoncenteratSt.AnnChurchfrom1 to3p.m.Newmembersarewelcome.For moreinformation,call/text/leaveamessage at(240)315-4361.
Women’sCivicClub— TheWomen’sCivic ClubofBethanyBeachmeetsonthesecondThursdayofthemonthatCripplecreek CountryClubat10a.m.Theorganization hasexpandedthroughoutSussexCounty, andhasbeenservingthecommunitysince itsfoundingin1925.TheClub isanonprofitorganization,formedinfriendshipand dedicatedtocivicandcharitablepurposes andtheeducationofitsmembers.Formore information,orifyouareinterestedinattending,sendanemailto patishelen@msn.com.
LordBaltimoreLionsClub— TheLord
BaltimoreLionsClubmeetsthefirstand thirdWednesdayofeachmonthatMac’s CateringinMillville.ThisisaserviceorganizationthatperformsprojectsintheSussex countyarea.Formoreinformation, visit themonFacebook,atLordbaltimorelionsclub.orgorbyphoneat(301)543-0329.
RotaryMeets— SouthernSussexRotary meetsweeklyatDoyle’sRestaurantinSelbyvilleeveryThursdayat8a.m.Formore information,callBrendanCrottyat(302) 858-3234orvisit
SouthernSussexRotary.org.
LordBaltimoreWomen’sClub— Organizedin1934,LordBaltimoreWomen’sClub (LBWC)iscelebratingits90thanniversary ofservicetoSussexCounty.LBWCisa non-profitorga nizationwhichmeetsthe thirdMondayofeverymonth(September throughJune)at11a.m.atCrippleCreek Golf&CountryClubnearDagsboro.Dedicatedtohelpingthelocalcommunity, LBWCraisesfundsforeducationprojectsin localschools,scholarshipsforhighschool students,veteran’sprogramsandother charitableorganizations.Italsoprovides socialopportunitiestofosterfriendship,camaraderieandindividualenrichment amongitsmembers.Tolearnmor eabout LBWC,visitLbwclub.com.
BonsaiClub— TheSouthCoastalBonsai ClubmeetsthefirstWednesdayofeach monthfrom10a.m.tonoonatInlandBays GardenCenter.
WritersGuild— TheRehobothBeachWritersGuildsponsorsaweeklytwo-hour FreeWritesessionintheconferenceroom attheMillvilleTownHallfrom9to11a.m. Participants,18andolder,ofallskilllevels canpracticecreativewritinginafriendly andnurturingatmosphere.Attendanceis free.Formoreinf ormation,emailLynn Masseyatbookmom42@yahoo.com.
LegionAuxiliary— AmericanLegionPost 24AuxiliaryinDagsboroholdsitsregular monthlymeetingat5:30p.m.onthefirst Tuesdayofeverymonth.Areyounewtothe areaandwanttotransfertojointheAuxiliaryasanewmember,orlookingtoget moreinformation?Stopbythemeeting, speakwiththebartenderandshewillfind anofficertotakecareofyou.
Women’sClubofIndianRiver— Women’sClubofIndianRiver(WCI non-profitdedicatedtoservingthecommunitiesinandaroundtheIndianRiver,as wellasstateandnationalorganizations.
TheymeetthesecondMondayofeach month(fromSeptemberthroughJune)at theIndianRiverYachtClubat10a.m.To learnmore,contactLynnat lthomp018@gmail.com.
SaltwaterFlyAnglersofDelaware— Fly fishermenandwomenofallagesandskill levelsareinvitedtoattendtheclub’smeetingsonthesecondWednesdayofthe month(Februaryth roughDecember)atthe RollingMeadowsClubhouseinLewesat7 p.m.Formoreinformation,anddirections, visitsfaod.com.
IrishMenMeet— IfyouareIrishbybirthor descent,considerjoiningTheAncientOrder oftheHibernians.Theyarewelcomingnew members,andmeetonthesecondThursdayofeachmonthatSt.EdmondsHallin RehobothBeachat6p.m.Formoreinformation,visitaoh.com,callortext(516) 770-1822oremailpcurran43@aol.com.
Drop-Ins
WethePeople— "WethePeople"isaneffortputtogetherbyBillMurphytocelebrate patriotismandcelebratetheflag,bymeetingattheBethanyBeachbandstandevery Wednesdayat8:30a.m.tosupportthemilitary,lawenforcementandfirefighterswho
serveandprotect.Allarewelcome.
AdultTime— AdultscanstopintheSouth CoastalLibraryanytimethey’reopento workonjigsawpuzzles,playcheckersor color.Thisisfree,andallmaterialsareprovided.
BookDonations— SouthCoasta lLibrary onlyacceptsbookdonationsfrom2to4 p.m.onTuesdays.Thereisalistontheir website,southcoastal.lib.de.us,ofwhat theydoordon’taccept.
SoupandSandwiches— TheOceanView ChurchofChristisholdingaSoup&SandwichministryonthesecondWednesdayof eachmonth,fromOctoberthroughMarch, from11:30a.m.to1p.m.Allarewelcome.
TeleserviceNavigators— TheGeorgetown PublicLibraryhostsTeleserviceNavigators everyMondayfrom10a.m.to3p.m.a nd everyTuesdayfrom10a.m.to2p.m.Get helpwithvirtualresources,suchastelehealthappointments,appointmentswith lawyersandsocialserviceappointments usingthenewTelehealthKiosk.ANavigator willbeatthelibrarytohelpsetupvirtual appointments.Formoreinformation,call
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•Aronia—chokeberries
•Cephalanthusoccidentalis— buttonbush
•Corylusamericana—American hazelnut
•Viburnums
•Clematisviorna—leatherflower vine
•Prunusvirginiana— chokecherry
Inplaceofautumnolive:
•Euonymusamericanus—strawberrybush
•Myricacerifera—Southern wax-myrtle
•Spiraealatifolia—meadowsweet
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•Viburnumacerifolium—mapleleafviburnum
InplaceofBradfordpeartree:
•Amelanchierlaevisorcanadensis —commonserviceberry
•Carpinuscaroliniana—Americanhornbeam/ironwood
•Cerciscanadensis—Eastern redbud
•Chionanthusvirginicus—white fringetree
•Maluscoronaria—sweet crabapple
•Pr unusamericana—wildplum
•Viburnumprunifolium—Black HawViburnum
Inplaceofprivet:
•Aronias
•Cornus—dogwoodshrubs
•Ilex—winterberry
•Illicium—anise
•Linderabenzoin—spicebush
•Hollies—theycomeinallsizes
•Myricacerifera—Southern wax-myrtle
•Rhododendrons
•Viburnums
Inplaceofinvasivegrasses:
•Andropogongerardii—big bluestem
•Panicumvirgatum—switchgrass
•Schizachyriumscoparium—littlebluestem
•Sorghastrumnutans—andIndiangrass
(302)856-7958,emailgeorgetown.library@lib.de.usorvisitthelibraryat123W PineSt.,Georgetown.
LaEsperanzaintheLibrary/Biblioteca—
TheGeorgetownPublicLibraryhostsLaEsperanzaintheLibrary/Bibliotecaevery Wednesdayfrom3:30to6p.m.Déjenos ayudarlea:completarsuspapeles,interpretarsuscartas,inscribirseenlaescuela, renovarsusdocumentos,crearunavida major,ymuchomás.LaEsperanza: (302)854-9262.
PawsforPeopleReadingTim e— The GeorgetownPublicLibraryhostsPawsfor PeopleonthefirstandthirdThursdaysof everymonthfrom4to5p.m.Readaloudto afurry,friendlytherapycompaniontohelp inspirealoveofreading.OfferedbyPaws forPeople.Readersofallagesandstages arewelcome.
ElementaryHomeschoolersProgram—
TheGeorgetownPublicLibraryhostsits HomeschoolProgramonthethirdTuesday ofeverymonthat1p.m.Everymonth,they offeradifferentactivityforelementaryscho ol-agedchildren.
SocratesCafé— SocratesCaféisagroup ofindividualsfromdifferentbackgrounds thatdiscussphilosophicalideas.Meetings arethefirstTuesdayofeachmonth,from2 to3:30p.m.attheBethanyBeachChristianChurch.Everyoneiswelcome.For moreinformation,callBonnieat537-9440, orsendanemailto bonniejd.rae@gmail.com.
FlipFive— AmericanLegionPost24in DagsboroishostingFlipFivegameson Wednesdaynightsfrom6-8p.m.Members, gues tsandthegeneralpublicareallinvited toplay.Justsignthebookandwrite“Flip Five”nexttoyourname.
WingNight— AmericanLegionPost24in DagsboroishostingWingNightevery Thursdayat6:30p.m.Members,guests andthegeneralpublicareallinvited.
SeafoodNight— AmericanLegionPost24 inDagsboroishostingSeafoodNightevery Fridayfrom4:30to7:30p.m.Karaokefollowsfrom7to11p.m.Members,guests andthegeneralpublicareallinvited.
DinnerNight— Ame ricanLegionPost24in
DagsboroishostingdinnereverySaturday from4:30to7:30p.m.DJ/Karaokewill performfrom7to11p.m.Members, guestsandthegeneralpublicareallinvited.
CommunityLuncheon— TheMariners Bethel’sHopeCenterishostinglunchevery Tuesdayfrom11:30a.m.to1p.m.They serveachoiceofhomemadesoups,fresh sandwichesandhomemadedesserts. Carry-outisalsoavailable.
GriefShare— MarinersBethelGlobal MethodistChurchoffersafreeGri efShare supportgroupeverySundayfrom1to3 p.m.atthechurch.Therewillbevaluable guidanceandtipsondealingwiththeloss ofalovedone.Formoreinformation,call 539-9510.
MealsforMinistry— SalemChurchis hostingMealsforMinistryonthesecond Wednesdayofeachmonthfrom5to7p.m. Therewillbechickenanddumplings,sides, drinksanddesserts.Thisisfree,andboth dine-inandcarry-outareavailable.
MenofChristMinistryMeals— Salem ChurchishostingMe nofChristMinistry MealsonthethirdWednesdayofeach monthfrom5to7p.m.Therewillbe lasagna,chickenalfredo,Italianwedding soupanddrinksordesserts.Thisisfree, andbothdine-inandcarry-outareavailable
ThriftShopOpen— TheBethelThriftShop willbeopenonWednesdaysthroughFebruary,weatherpermitting,from10a.m.to 2p.m.Theyhavealargeselectionofgifts, holidayitems,clothing,householdwares, toys,books,jewelryandmoretobenefitthe c hurch’sprojects.Donationsofitemsare acceptedeachdaytheyareopen.TheThrift Shopislocatedat111HazzardStreetin Dagsboro.Formoreinformation,call(302) 519-2984.
Politics
DemsMeet— The41stDemocratRDmeets thethirdThursdayofeverymonthatPizza KingRestaurantinMillsboroat6p.m.This isopentoanyDemocrats.Formoreinformation,callAlLiebeskindat(410)5300064.
ShoreDems— TheShoreDemocrats meetsattheDenatBearTrapDunes clubhousefro m11a.m.to1:30p.m.on
thethirdWednesdayofthemonth.Thisis asocialorganizationthateducates,informsandcreatescamaraderieamong theirmembersthroughmonthlylunch meetingsthatfeatureengagingspeakers. Formoreinformation,visitshoredemocrats.com.
RepublicansMeet— The38thDistrictRepublicanClubmeetsthefourthMondayof themonth.Socialhoursbeginat6p.m., andthemeetingstartspromptlyat6:30 p.m.Informationontheclubandmeetings c anbefoundat38thdrcp.com,orthrough emailatinfo@38thdrcp.com.
DemocratsMeet— TheDemocraticParty’s 38thRepresentativeDistrictCommittee usuallymeetsthefirstWednesdayofevery monthat5p.m.AllDemocratsarewelcometoattend.Formoreinformation,updatesonspeakersandmeetinglocations, call(302)364-5830,orvisit https://deldems38.orgortheirFacebook pageatdeldems38.org.
SussexRepublicansMeet— TheSussex CountyRepublicanCommitte emeetsthe secondMondayofeverymonthatthe Millsborofirehall.Meetingsstartpromptly at6:30p.m.andallarewelcome.Informationonmonthlyguestspeakers,legislative updatesandmeetingupdatescanbefound atsussex.gop
Fitness/Health/Dance
TuningUptheTemple— MarinersBethel GMChosts“TuningUptheTemple”exercise/fitnessclassesonMondays, WednesdaysandFridays,from9to 10:15a.m.atTheHopeCenter.The classesaresession-based,notdrop-in, socontactCarolLynchat(302)745-
8237orcklynch02@gmail.comformore detailsonthesefreeclasses.
YogaClasses— MarinersBethelGMC hostsyogaclassesat5p.m.onWednesdaysintheArmorRoom,upstairsinthe churchbuilding,withHeatherMurphy. Thereisa$5drop-infeeforeitherclass. Classesareopentothecommunityand allarewelcome.
ZumbaClass— MarinersBethelChurchis holdingazumbaexerciseclassintheHope CentergymeveryMonday,Wednesdayand Frida yat10a.m.Thereisa$8drop-infee. Noregistrationisnecessary,andallare welcome.Formoreinformation,sendan emailtozumbabyjo@gmail.com.
MultipleMyelomaSupport— The DelawareMultipleMyelomaSupportGroup meetsthethirdSaturdayofeverymonthvia Zoomfrom1to3p.m.Formoreinformation,contactSueIwahashiatmyelomaemailsue@gmail.com.
LineDancing— CapeHenlopenSeniorCenterishostingline-dancingclassesonMondays.Beginnersclassestak eplaceat10 a.m.,andImproversareat11a.m.For moreinformation,call(302)227-2055. Al-Anon Al-Anonisasupportgroupforthe familiesandfriendsofalcoholics.Meetings areheldeveryTuesday,from7to8:30p.m., atOceanViewPresbyterianChurch.Formore information,visitovpc.org.
ArgentineTango— TheLewesSeniorActivity CenterishostingArgentineTangoDancingon Tuesdays,from7to9p.m.Adultsofallages arewelcome,andnoexperienceorpartneris required.Thereisa$5fee,butthefirstvisitis free. Enterthroughthebackdoorofthefacility.Formoreinformation,visitthegroupon-
lineatTangoByTheBeach.com.
GeorgetownWalkers— TheGeorgetown PublicLibraryhostGPLWalkerseveryMondayat9a.m.ThewalkingclubgoestoSandhillFieldsfora30-to40-minutewalk, weatherpermitting.Thetrailbeginsatthe Murray’sLaneParkinglot,109-199Murrays Lane.Formoreinformation,call(302)8567958,emailgeorgetown.library@lib.de.usor visitthelibraryat123WPineSt.,Georgetown.
Tai-ChiClasses— BethelMethodistChurchis hostingfreeTai-ChiclassesonTuesdaysand Thursdays from10to11a.m.Thisisopento thepublic,andallarewelcome.Organizers decribedtheclassesas“easy,”andcasualattireissuggested.Formoreinformation,call (302)519-2984.
StrokeSupport— Astrokesupportgroup meetsatPAMHealthRehabilitationHospital ofGeorgetownonthethirdTuesdayofevery monthat3:30p.m.Reservationsarerecommended,butwalk-insarewelcome.Formore
information,call(302)440-4866.
Alzheimer’sCaregiversMeeting— AmeetingforAlzheimer’scaregiversisheldthefirst andthirdThursdaysofeverymonthatthe OceanViewCHEERCenterat1p.m.The meetingslastforuptotwohours.
Pickleball— TheHopeCenteratMariners BethelishostingpickleballeveryMonday, WednesdayandFridayfrom11:30a.m.to 2:30p.m.
Al-AnonFamilyGroups— Al-Anonisasupportgroupforfamilyandfriendsofalcoholics. Thegroupsaysyouneverhavetobealone again.Al-AnonFamilyGroupsmeetatOcean View PresbyterianChurcheveryTuesdayfrom 7to8p.m.
RollerSkating— SalemChurchinSelbyvilleis hostingrollerskatingeverysecondandfourth Fridayofthemonthfrom6:30to8p.m.There isacostof$1forskaterentals.Snacksare availableforpurchase.
Hobby/Craft
NeedlepointGuild— Delaware’s SeashoreChapterofTheAmerican NeedlepointGuildmeetsonthefirst Mondayofthemonthfrom10a.m.to2
p.m.attheGeorgetownPublicLibra ry. Bringingaboxlunchisencouraged.New membersarealwayswelcome.Fordetails,sendanemailtothechapterat delawaresseashorechapter@needlepoint.or g.
CoffeeandCarsCruiseIn— St. George’sUnitedMethodistChurchand theGhostRydersCarClubarehostinga cruise-inatthechurchthesecondand fourthFridayofeachmonth.ThisoperatesfromMaythroughOctober.There willbecoffee,donutsandfellowship.For moreinformation,callMikeStramellaat (410)41 9-1843.
RadioOperators— AnyHamradiooperator,orpeoplewantingtomeetandgreet others,cangettogetherattheMillsboro PizzaKingonThursdaysat8:30a.m.The ARRLSectionManagerusuallyattends. Formoreinformation,contactJack Magaratk8uyc80@gmail.com.
PenPalProgram— ThankstoapartnershipbetweenSouthCoastalLibrary,Kent CountyLibraryandWellingtonCityLibraries,youcannowcommunicateby letterwithaNewZealander.Thisisafun
waytolear naboutanothercountryand makeanewfriend.Allinternational postageishandled,andyoucanbringin andpickupyourlettersatthelibrary.For moreinformationandregistration,visit themat delawarelibraries.libcal.com/event/11366 626orcall(302)858-5518.
Bookdiscussion— TheGeorgetownPublicLibraryhostsitsWednesdayMorning BookDiscussiononthefourthWednesdayofeverymonthat10:15a.m.InNovemberandDecember,however,theywill meetonthe thirdWednesday.Booksare availableforpickupeachmonthatthelibrary.
Music
MusicJam— St.MatthewsBytheSea UnitedMethodistChurchishostinga MusicJamonthefirstandthirdFridays ofthemonthat4p.m.Alllevelsarewelcome.
Women’sACapellaChorus— Achapter ofSweetAdelinesInternationalInc.holds rehearsalseveryMondayeveningfrom6 to8p.m.intheOceanPines(Md.)CommunityCenter.Theyarelookingforladies wholovetosing.Memberscomefrom Maryl andandDelaware.Formoreinformation,callMaryat(410)629-9383, findthemonsocialmediaorvisitdelmarvachorus.org.
Museums/Displays
RailroadMuseum— TheDelawareSeasideRailroadClubhouseisaninteractive museumofmodelrailroading,andislocatedat36668DuPontBoulevard,inSelbyville.Theyareopentothepublicevery Wednesdayfrom5to7p.m.,andevery Saturday,from10a.m.to3p.m.Admissionisfree.Formoreinformation,visit themonlineat delawareseasiderailroadclub.com.
Dinker-IrvinMuseum— TheBethany BeachMuseumatDinker-IrvinCottageis opentothepublicMonday,Wednesdayand Friday,from10a.m.tonoonduringsummer.Privatetoursareavailablebyappointment.Interestedgroupsof10-15maycall (302)539-8725.Admissiontothemuseum isfree,andparkingisavailableinfrontof themuseum.Themuseumisnothandicapaccessible.Formoreinformation,visitonlineattownofbethanybea ch.com,andclick under“Residents/History/TownMuseum.” SelbyvilleMuseum— TheSelbyvilleMuseumisopenfrom10a.m.to2p.m.onthe thirdsaturdayofeachmonththroughOctober.VariousrailroadandTownartifactsdatingbacktotheearliestagriculturaldaysof thetownareondisplay,alongwithpolice memorabiliathroughthelate20thCentury. Themuseumislocatedat6RailroadAvenue.Admissionisfree.Formoreinformation,visitthemonlineat selbyvill e.delaware.gov.
HistoricVillage— TheHistoricVillagein OceanViewisopenonWednesdays throughAug.28from10a.m.to1p.m.
Faith
CommunityBibleStudy— GraceUnited MethodistChurchinMillsboroishosting aBibleStudythisfallonWednesday mornings,startingonSept.6,from10 a.m.tonoon.Formoreinformation,and toregister,visit
ByKerinMagill StaffReporter
There’sonewordthatcomesupwith greatregularitywhenoneofthemany peoplewhoworkedatWarren’sStation Restauranttalksabouttheplace—a FenwickIslandlandmarkformorethan 60years: Family.
Itdoesn’tmatterwhethertheperson talkingisaMumford,theactualfamily thatownedtherestaurantsince1971,or justthe“family”feeloftheplace,which manysaywasaresultofthemanagementstyleoflongtimeownersJeffand PaulaMumford.
Jeff Mumford,at21yearsold,newly marriedtoPaulaandrecentlygraduated fromtheUniversityofDelaware,had workedatwhatwasthencalledWarren’sFamilyRestaurantsincehewas14.
Warren’swasfoundedbyWarren Johnson,aturkeyfarmerfromNottingham,Pa.AsPaulaMumfordtellsthe story,theMumfordswerejustreturning fromafirst-anniversarytripinthesummerof1970.Thephonewasringingin theirapartment,shesaid.“ItwasMr. Johnson,andhesaid,‘Ifyouwantthis place,comegetit.Ican’thandleitwithoutyou.’
“Andthat’showwefellintoit,”she said.“Wespentthesummerdownthere, andweopeneditasoursinAprilof ’71.”
TheMumfordscontinuedJohnson’s turkeyspecials,cookingbetweensixand eight30-poundturkeyseachday.They expandedintoseafoodofferings,includingtheirfamous“crabcutlet”usingtraditionalrecipesfromDealIsland,Md.
“Itwasqualityfoodatreasonable prices,”PaulaMumfordsaid.
The MumfordsaddedsonScottto thefamilyin1973anddaughterWendy in1975.Afewyearslater,inOctober 1983,JeffMumfordbeganamajorremodeloftherestaurant.Theplans addedtheiconic“CoastGuardstation” motifanddoubledthesizeofthe restaurant.
“Itwasquiteanundertaking,”Paula Mumfordrecalled,butitwasnotthe firstconstructionprojectJeffMumford hadbeeninvolvedin.Ayearearlier,he hadservedasgeneralcontractoronthe constructionofthefamily’shomeon DerricksonCreek,wherethecouplestill lives.
Aroundthattime,hesaid,heapproachedhisfather,WarrenMumford, abouthelpingoutwiththefamilybusiness,MumfordSheetmetal.Following
Community
JeffandPaulaMumfordshowaledgerbookfromtheearlydaysofWarren’sFamilyRestaurantinFenwickIsland.
thedeathofoneofhisuncles,whohad beenapartofthefivebrothersinthe business,JeffMumfordsaidheoffered tohelpintheoffice.
“Ineverheardfromhim,”herecalled withachuckle,“sowedecidedthatwe neededtoenlargetherestaurantin ordertomakealiving.”
So,the restaurantwentfrom125 seatsto225.Thetworecalledthatthey procuredanindustrialrevenuebond fromtheStatetohelpfundtheproject. Therestauranthadbeenpaidoff10 yearsafterJohnsonturneditoverto them,JeffMumfordsaid.
“Iwasdoingmostoftheinterior work,pluselectricandplumbing,”he said.“Iknewhow,soIwentaheadand didit.”
Thecouplerantherestaurantfor morethan20yearsafterthat.SonScott, havinggraduatedfromCatawbaCollegeinNorthCarolina,tookoverthe day-to-dayoperationsin1995.
“Heflooreduswhenhesaidhe wantedtocomeintothebusiness,” PaulaMumfordsaid.
ScottMumfordwasjoinedinthe restaurantbyhiswife,Elise,in2003,at whichpointPaulaMumford“sortof semi-retired.Icontinuedtodopayroll,” shesaid.
“Wehadalotofgoodpeoplework forus,”shesaid.“It’sbeenamazing.The legacy,thefamilies…Theyworkedfor us,andthentheirkidsworkedforus…”
“Andnowtheirkidsworkforus,”
Jeff Mumfordinterjected,sothreegenerationsofsomefamilieshavenow workedattherestaurant.
Whiletheymightnotberelatedby bloodtotheMumfords,manyofthose formeremployeessaytheydo,indeed, feelasiftheyarepartofthefamily.
ForSteveandCherylCarey,thatis certainlytrue.
“IknewJeffalmostallmylife,”Steve Careysaidofgrowingupspending summersattheirfamilies’cottagesin FenwickIsland.
HesaidheinitiallyworkedatLibby’s restaurantandgottoknowtheWarren’s crewthroughahotlycontested,yet friendly,seriesofvolleyballgames, whichwereastapleofsummerinFenwick.
BothCareyseventuallylandedat Warren’s.
“IstartedworkingtherewhenIwas 14,”CherylCareysaid.“Ourwhole familyworkedthere.Therewere12 grandchildren,andweallworkedthere. Whenweturned14,thatwaswhatwe did.”
Sherecalledthat,althoughshewas about15yearsyoungerthanPaula Mumford,astheyearsprogressedand both Careys—whowereeducators— continuedtoworkatWarren’sduring summers,“thoseyearsshrunk.”
“Whatstartedasaworkingrelationship—theyareourgo-to”friendsnow, whoarejustascloseasfamily,Cheryl Careysaid.
SteveCarey,whoworked38summersatWarren’s,saidhewouldarrive veryearlyinthemorningandbegin preppingfoodfortheday.Hesaidpart ofwhathebelievesmadeWarren’ssuch agoodworkplacewastheculturethe Mumfordscreatedofteamwork,where everyoneknewtheirjobsbutwouldalso jumpinandhelpwherevertherewasa need.
“MysummersarefilledwithWarren’sstories,”CherylCareysaid.“I workedthereallthroughhighschool andcollege.”
Althoughshemovedawayforafew years,sheeventuallyreturnedtoteachin theIndianRiverSchoolDistrict.Steve CareywasstillworkingatWarren’s,and theyrekindledtheirearlierfriendship andthengotmarried.
“Twenty-nineyearsthisfall,”she said.
NatalieMagdeburger,another“local kid”whospenthersummersinFenwick,fondlyrecalledworkingatWarren’sasateen.
“ThebestlessonsIlearnedinlifeI learnedasawaitress”atWarren’s, Magdeburgersaid.“Howtopleasethe public,”wasoneofthoseimportantlessons,shesaid,recallingJeffMumfordas a“curmudgeonwithaheartofgold.”
Magdeburger,liketheCareys,fondly recalledthevolleyballgamesbetween thedifferentbusinessesasasummer highlight. “Itookgreatprideinbeing onthoseteams,”shesaid.Magdeburger, whowentontopursueacareerasanattorney,isnowthemayorofFenwickIsland.
ShesaidhersonDavidfollowedin herfootstepsbyworkingatWarren’sas ateen,withScottMumfordashisboss.
“Myson’sinthefoodindustrypartly becauseScottinspiredhim,”shesaid.“It mademyheartsingthatmychildren loveditasmuchasIdid,”shesaid.
“Iwillalwayshaveasoftspotinmy heartforthem,”shesaidoftheMumfordfamily.
JohnKleinstuber,whoworkedfor theMumfordsinthemid-1970s,recalledtheMumfordkids,Scottand
Wendy,comingintotherestaurantfrequently.
“Scottalwayswantedasausagesandwich,andWendywouldalwayswant dippyeggs,”hesaid.
“WealllovedJeffandPaula,”Klein-
stubersaid.“Itwasagood,wholesome placetowork.
“LikemanyfamiliesinFenwick,you gotajobbeforeyoucoulddrive,”soeitherwalkedorrodeabicycletowork.
“Iwasacook,”hesaid“butit’sthe
classicstoryofwhenyou’reworkingina placethat,everyoneknowsthey’re working,butitwasfun…itwasawonderful,wonderfulplacetowork.Itwas
Membersoffamilyandstaffgatheredeachyearforagroupphoto.
SILENT PARTNERS
By Pam Amick Klawitter
LaEsperanzaandtheHaitian CoalitionofDelawarewillunveilthe ThrivingNewcomersReport,acomprehensivestudyexaminingthestate ofimmigrantandnewcomercommunitiesinSussexCounty,onSaturday, Feb.1.Theeventissetfor11a.m.to 1p.m.attheCarterCenterAuditorium,Room529,ontheDelaware TechnicalCommunityCollege’s OwensCampus.
Thereportrepresentsayearlong efforttoidentifyanddocumentthe mostpressingissuesfacingnewcomercommunitiesinSussex County,andsharestheproblemsand opportunitiesthesecommunities face.
Theeventwillstartwithlightrefreshments,followedbyapresentationaboutthereport’sfindings. Afterthat,apanelofcommunity leaderswilldiscussthereport’sconclusionsandshareideastohelpSussexCounty’sdiversepopulations.
“TheThrivingNewcomersReport representsthevoiceandstoryofour community,”saidJenniferFuqua,coexecutivedirectorofLaEsperanza. “We’reproudtopresentthisresource fortheleaders,serviceproviders,and communitygroupswhoareworking tomakeSussexCountyamorewelcomingandsupportiveplacefor everyone.”
Theeventisopentothepublic. Forinformation,emailinfo@laesperanza.org,ortoregisterfortheevent, visithttps://bit.ly/3DYEVCU.
Localstudentsnamed toSNHUDean’sList
SouthernNewHampshireUniversity(SNHU)recentlycongratulated students whowerenamedtotheFall 2024Dean’sList,includinglocalstudentsKeylaRiveraofMillsboroand AmandaHornofFrankford.Thefall termsrunfromSeptembertoDecember.
Full-timeundergraduatestudents whohaveearnedaminimumgradepointaverageof3.500to3.699forthe reportingtermarenamedtotheDean’s List.Full-timestatusisachievedby earning12creditsovereach16-week termorpairedeight-weekterms groupedinfall,winter/springandsummer
SouthernNewHampshireUniversity(SNHU)isaprivate,nonprofit,accreditedinstitutionwitha92-year historyofeducatingtraditional-aged studentsandworkingadults.Nowservingmorethan200,000learnersworldwide,SNHUoffersapproximately200 undergraduate,graduateandcertificate programs,availableonlineandonits 300-acrecampusinManchester,N.H.
hardtofindsomethinglikethat,”he said.
AskedtodescribeJeffandPaula Mumford,Kleinstubersaid,“Wonderful,inaword.They’recaringfamily, nicekids…bothofthem.They’rewarm, theylistentoyou,theyhearwhatyou havetosay.”
Hepraisedthewholefamily’shandsonattitudetowardtheirrestaurant.
“Ifthedishwasherbrokedownorthe dishwasherhimselfdidn’tshowup,he’d bebacktherewashingdishes,”KleinstubersaidofJeffMumford.
Thiswinter,theMumfordsmadea big decision,sellingWarren’stoformer employeeCarolineWetzelberger,who beganworkingthereat16andlater servedastherestaurant’smanager.
ScottMumfordsaidrecentlythat he’snotsurehowhewillfeelwhen springcomesandthere’snorestaurant toopen.Butheknowsonethinghewill do.
“ThefirstthingisI’mgoingtodois I’mgoingtotakemymomouttobreakfastforMother’sDay.”
SinceWarren’salwaysopenedforthe seasononMother’sDayweekend,there was nevertimeforthatwhenthey ownedtherestaurant,hesaid.
Hesharedoneexampleofthesense ofcommunityhehasalwaysfeltinFen-
wickIsland.InAugust1993,hesaid,he was20yearsoldandhisparentshad goneawaytogetherforthefirsttimehe couldremember,leavinghimincharge oftherestaurant.
“Igotacallearlyinthemorning— therewasafire”attherestaurant,he said.Bythetimehearrivedatthescene, “therewereadozenfiretrucksanda gapingholeinthesideofthebuilding.” W ithhelpfromstaff,aswellasfamilyandfriends,“Weessentiallygotthe restaurantreopenedin36hours.These werefamilyfriendsandworkersand whatnot,thatcametomyside,”hesaid.
“Warren’swasajustablessingformy family,”ScottMumfordsaid.“Itwas hardwork,butitwasfun.Wewerea goodteam,”headded,expressinggratitudeforthesupporthereceivedfrom hisparentsafterhetookthereinsin 1995.“Wewerereallyblessedtobein Fenwickanddowhatwedid,”hesaid.
ScottMumfordsaidhehopesthe Wetzelbergerfamilyenjoysthesame supportfromthecommunitythatthe Mumfordshavethroughtheyears. “Itrulybelievewe’vepasseditonto areallygoodfamily,”hesaid.
CoastalPoint•Submitted Turkeyhasbeenamenustaplesince PennsylvaniaturkeyfarmerWarren Johnsonstartedtherestaurantin1960.
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tabletopgamewheretheyexamineevidence,witnessstatements,etc.tocooperativelysolvefictionalmurders.Forages 14-Adult.Free,allmaterials&lightsnacks provided.Registrationisavailableat https://southcoastal.lib.de.usorbycalling (302)858-5518Walk-insacceptedif spaceallows.HostedbytheSouthCoastal Library,43KentAvenue,BethanyBeach, DE19930
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FreeWrite— TheRehobothBeachWriters Guild(RBWG)hostsaweeklytwo-hour FreeWritesessionattheSouthCoastalLibraryat10:30a.m.Participantsage18plusofALLskilllevelswillpractice creativewritinginafriendlyandnurturing atmosphere.(Inpersonparticipationonly.) Free,registeratsouthcoastal.lib.de.usor bycalling(302)858-5518.Walk-insacceptedifspaceallows.Hostedbythe SouthCoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue, BethanyBeach,DE19930
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BeginningTaiChi&Qigong— TheSouth CoastalLibrarywillhostafreebeginner’s
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CommunityBibleStudy— Community
TaiChiandQigongforHealthclassat10 a.m.withMarianneWalch,MasterTrainer withTaiChiforHealthInstituteandCo-DirectoroftheSilverLotusTrainingInstitute inRehobothBeach.Classisonehour.Registrationisrequiredandopensat10a.m. onJan.31athttps://southcoastal.lib.de.us orbycalling302-858-5518.Hostedbythe SouthCoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue, BethanyBeach,DE19930
Remake,Refresh,RefurbishYourGarden JoinSouthCoa stalLibraryat2p.m.for afreeone-hourworkshoponhowtoprep yourgardenforspringwithChantal BouchardandtheInlandBaysGardenCenter.Participantswilllearnthebestwayto preparetheirgardenforplanting,howto amendsoil,andwalkawaywithnative plantsuggestionsthatwillflourishinyour garden.Registrationisavailableat https://southcoastal.lib.de.usorbycalling (302)858-5518Walk-insacceptedif spaceallows.HostedbytheSouthCoastal Lib rary,43KentAvenue,BethanyBeach, DE19930
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Pop-UpBookSale— StopbySouthCoastal Libraryat10a.m.foratwo-hourpop-up booksale!Findgreatbooksforgreat prices!Previousbestsellers,cookbooks, beachreads,children'smaterials&more!
BibleStudy,focusingontheBookof Matthew,willmeeteveryThursdayat MarinersBethelintheFellowshipHall from6:30to8:30p.m.Toregister,go onlinetobethanybeacheve.cbsclass.org. MenofFaith— SalemChurchinSel-
SponsoredbytheFriendsoftheSouth CoastalLibrary.Helpsupportyourlocallibrary!SouthCoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue,BethanyBeach,DE19930 www.southcoastal.lib.de.us LEGOClub— Letyourchild'simagi nation runwildatLEGOClubatSouthCoastalLibraryat11a.m.Ateachprogram,they’ll focusonanewtheme,andLEGOsare provided.Forages6-11years.Registrationisrequiredandavailableat https://southcoastal.lib.de.usorbycalling (302)858-5518.Walk-insacceptedif spaceallows.HostedbytheSouthCoastal Library,43KentAvenue,BethanyBeach, DE19930
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byvillehostsMenofChristMealsonthe thirdWednesdayofeachmonthfrom5to 7p.m.TherewillbeanItalian-styledinner,drinksanddesserts.Thisisfree,and bothdine-inandcarry -outareavailable. ReCharge— SalemChurchinSelbyvilleis
February10
MindfulMovementYoga— JoinSarahSchaber,RYT-500certifiedyogainstructor,fora free,one-hourMindfulMovementYogaclass atSouthCoastalLibraryat10:15a.m.This classwillcombinegentlemovementand stretcheswithbreathworktocreatea "meditationinmotion"followedbyadeep guidedrelaxationtohelpcalmthebodyand mind.Registrationopensat10:15a.m.on Feb.3andisavailableathttps://southcoa stal.lib.de.usorbycalling(302)8585518.(Onlineregistrationrecommended!) Walk-insonlyacceptedifspaceallows. HostedbytheSouthCoastalLibrary,43 KentAvenue,BethanyBeach,DE19930 BeginningCrochet,Part2— MaryBeth LeonardwillteachthesecondofathreepartintroductorycrochetclassatSouth CoastalLibraryat1p.m.Inthisclass,you willlearnmoreaboutthevarietyofcrochet stitchesandhowtoreadcrochetpatterns andchartswhileworkingon yourproject. Inpart3(Feb.17)youwillfinishtheprojectsyoustartedinPart1anddiscoveradditionalcrochetingresourcesavailableto you.Eachsessionistwohours.Allmaterialsprovided.Ages18-plus.Registeronce forall3sessionsatsouthcoastal.lib.de.us orbycalling(302)858-5518.Walk-insac-
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hostingachildren’sandyouthministry everyWednesdayofthemonthfrom6to 7p.m.
BibleStudy— SalemChurchinSelbyville ishostingBiblestudyeveryThursdayat 10a.m.
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DecadentDessertCompetitionreturnstoGeorgetownChamber
TheGreaterGeorgetownChamber ofCommerceannouncedthisweekthe returnoftheDecadentDessertBakeoff Competition&AfterHoursMixer, scheduledforWednesday,Feb.12,at TheHamptonInn—Rehoboth.
TheDecadentDessertBake-Offis opennotonlytoprofessionalbakers, butalsoamateurandaspiringones throughoutthecounty.Judgingforamateurandprofessionalbakerswillbe doneseparately.Peopledonothaveto beaChambermembertoenter.
Thethemeforthisyear’seventis “DecadenceUnwrapped,”andentries willbejudgedandawardsgiven—not onlyonappearanceandtaste,butalso
bestuseofthemeandthefavoritePeople’sChoice.
“Wearesoexcitedtobebringing backthisfuneventthatshowcasesmany ofourlocalbakers,”Chamberrepresentativessaid.
Forthosewhowouldliketoprepare anentryforthisyear’sDecadent DessertBake-off,entryformsneedto besubmittedtotheGreaterGeorgetownChamberofCommerceofficeby 3p.m. onWednesday,Feb.12.Thereis nocosttoenter.
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Lights,Camera,Crime!— Truecrimeenthusiastsandmovieloversalikearewelcometo joinSouthCoastalLibraryat3:30p.m.fora movienightsogooditshouldbecriminal! Eachmoviescreeningwillfeatureamovie basedonatruecrimeorwillbeatruecrime documentary.Lightsnacksprovided.Free,for ages18-plus.Registration&filmtitleare availableathttps://south coastal.lib.de.usor bycalling(302)858-5518.Walk-insareacceptedifspaceallows.HostedbytheSouth CoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue,Bethany Beach,DE19930
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Mommy&MeTime— ThisSouthCoastalLibraryprogramisdesignedforcaregiversand theirchildrentoenjoysomeone-on-onetime togetherastheydoanactivityorcraft,held
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MindfulMovementYoga— JoinSarahSchaber,RYT-500certifiedyogainstructor,fora free,one-hourMindfulMovementYogaclass atSouthCoastalLibraryat4:45and5:45 p.m.Thisclasswillcombinegentlemovementandstretcheswithbreathworktocreatea"meditationinmotion"followedbya deepguidedrelaxationtohelpcalmthebody andmind.Registrationopensat4:45p.m.on Feb.4andisavailableathttps://southcoastal.lib.de.usorbycalling(302)8585 518.(Onlineregistrationrecommended!) Walk-insonlyacceptedifspaceallows. HostedbytheSouthCoastalLibrary,43Kent Avenue,BethanyBeach,DE19930 DystopianTropesAuthorTalk— You’reinvitedtoarivetingonlineconversationat SouthCoastalLibraryat7p.m.withbestsellingauthorWaubgeshigRiceabouthis newestbookMoonoftheTurningLeaves,the hotlyanticipatedsequeltothebestselling novelMoonoftheCrustedSnow.Free,registrationisrequi redandavailableat https://southcoastal.lib.de.usorbycalling (302)858-5518.HostedbytheSouth CoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue,Bethany Beach,DE19930
February12
FeelingsRock!— FeelingsRockisamusic, movement,andmoreprogramatSouth CoastalLibraryat10:30a.m.,designedto helpchildrenunderage5andtheirfamiliesworkthrougheverydayemotions!Free, noregistrationrequiredbutparents/caregiversmustaccompanychildren.Hostedby theSouth CoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue, BethanyBeach,DE19930,(302)8585518,https://southcoastal.lib.de.us TrueCrimeClub— Shareyourtheories, knowledge,andmemoriesoftruecrime caseswithfellowtruecrimeenthusiastsat SouthCoastalLibraryat2p.m.Ateach 90-minutemeeting,theclubwillexplorea particulartruecrimecase.Thismonth, we’llexaminethemurderofJamesBulger. Suggestedread(notrequired):TheSleep ofReasonbyDavidJamesSmith.Free,inpersononly,forages18-plus.Registration isencouragedandavailableat https://southcoastal.lib.de.usorbycalling (302)858-5518.Walk-insacceptedif spaceallows.HostedbytheSouthCoastal Library,43KentAvenue,BethanyBeach, DE19930
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LikeThievesintheNight— TheCityof WilmingtonPolicePedigreeFilescontaina wealthofinformationoncrimeandpunishmentinearly20thcenturyDelaware,from careerjewelthievestosordidplotsofdeceptionandmurder.Theserecordsalso serveasimportantevidenceofmanyofthe challengesandhardshipsfacingtheAmericanpeopleatthetime,i ncludingracial discrimination,unequaltreatment,andinhumanepunishments.JoinSouthCoastal Libraryat10:30a.m.aswedelveintothe crimeandintrigueofoldWilmington throughafreepresentationbythe DelawarePublicArchives.Forages18plus.Registrationisappreciatedandavailableatwww.southcoastal.lib.de.usorby
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Neil,mademanyclosefriendsatthe beachwhobecamelikefamily.They alsoenjoyedspendingtimeattheir “cabin”inWestVirginia.
Shewasknownasaperfectionist whencaringforherhomeandfamily, oftencarryingabottleofWindexto makesureherglassdoorsandtabletopsweresmudge-andfingerprintfree.Shewasalsoanoutstanding cookandenjoyedcookingmealsfor friendsandfamily,andlovedhosting holidaydinners.Shewasknownfor herspunkypersonalityandlovedto haveagoodtimewithfamilyand friends.
Gulbronsonwasproceededin deathbyherparents,RalphMoser andMyrlPowersMoser;herhusband,NeilGulbronson;andbrothers CharlesMoser,DonaldMoserand RobertMoser.Sheissurvivedbyher sonsKyleGulbronson(andChristine),withwhomshelived,and StevenGulbronson(andClara); grandchildrenStevenGulbronsonJr. (andTrinetta),AdamGulbronson, ErikGulbronsonandLaurenGulbronson(andJohn);sister-in-law JanetGulbronsonCatlett(and Denny);twogreat-grandchildren; andnumerousniecesandnephews whomhedearlyloved.Sheisalso
survivedbyherbestfriendofalmost 60years,BeverlyPennypacker.
AcelebrationofGulbronson’slife willbeheldatalaterdate.Asshereceivedwonderfulcareduringherillnessduetothededicatednursing staffatBeebeHealthcare,inlieuof flowers,thefamilyaskedfordonationsinherhonortotheMargaret H.RollinsSchoolofNursing.Donationscanbesentto:MargaretH. RollinsSchoolofNursing,c/oBeebe MedicalFoundation,902Savannah Rd.Lewes,DE19958,or(302)6442900.Condolencesmaybesentby visiting www.melsonfuneralservices.com.
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LissyAnnNichols-Chapman,71, ofBethanyBeach,Del.,sadlylefther earthlyfamilyonJan.22,2025.
Shewillberememberedforso manythings.ShestartedNichii’s,a successfulcommercialcleaningbusiness,inthe1980s,workingallover thestateofMaryland.Sheretired butkeptthebusinessopenwhenshe movedtoBethanyBeachin2007.
Shewasabletospendhertime workingonherart,herflowerand vegetablegardens,collectingshells, fishingandtraveling.Shewasthe bestYiaYia,andlovedspending timewithhergrandkids.Sheloved aliens,readingbooks,andwatching medicalandcrimeshows,andvideos
fromsingingcontests.ShewasinstrumentalinstartingyART(theArt intheYardlocalartistsshow),which washeldonLaborDayweekendfor 10years,donatingmorethan $30,000tovariouslocalcharities thatwerechoseneachyear.
Shewasafriendtoeveryoneand wasknownfortakinganyoneinwho neededahand.Shelovedherdogs dearlyandallhermanybackyardvisitingbirdsandanimals.Shehasbeen numberingalltheboxturtlesthat comebackeachyeartohangoutin herflowerbeds.Shewasupto12 lastsummer.Hermac-and-cheese andwell-stockedsnackpantryare goingtobegreatlymissedbymany.
Nichols-Chapmanwaspreceded indeathbyherparents,Nancyand PhillipStump;andherolderbrother GregStump.Sheissurvivedbyher dedicatedandlovinghusband,Scott; herthreechildren,JasonNichols, Julie(andNick)KypreosandEric Nichols;aswellassixgrandchildren; twogreat-grandchildren;asister, Cathy(andRick)Badgett;anda brotherJeff(andAdaline)Stump. Sheisfurthersurvivedbymanyrelativesandfriends.
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RichardA.‘Dick’Schmitt,90
RichardA.“Dick”Schmitt,90,of SouthBethany,Del.,andformerlyof Newark,Del.,passedawayon Wednesday,Jan.22,2025,inthe comfortofhisownhome.
Heproudlyservedhiscountryin theU.S.Army.Heretiredasasupervisorafter30yearswithStauffer ChemicalandFormosaPlastics.Followinghisretirement,heownedand operatedatavernfor20yearsin Townsend,Del.,calledtheYellow Bucket.
Schmittwasprecededindeathby twodaughters,NadineSlackandRamonaKeenan;ason-in-law,Pierre Lawler;andabrother,Frederick Schmitt.Heissurvivedbyhisloving wifeof67years,MaryAnn (Ponting)Schmitt;fourchildren, RichardSchmittJr.andhiswife, Christine,ofTownsend,Del.,Susan LawlerofSouthBethany,Del., ReneéMillmanandherhusband, Dale,ofLincoln,Del.,andDennis Schmittandhiswife,Judith,ofMiddletown,Del.;ason-in-law,Paul KeenanofOceanView,Del.;a brother,RobertSchmittandhiswife, Catherine,ofHamilton,N.J.;anda sister,CatherineToppinofAddison, Maine;10grandchildren;andnine great-grandchildren.
Avisitationwillbeheldfrom11
a.m.tonoononTuesday,Jan.28, 2025,atSt.AnnCatholicChurch, 691GarfieldParkway,Bethany Beach,Del.,whereaMassofChristianBurialwillbeginatnoon.Intermentwillbeheldatalaterdate. Condolencesmaybesentbyvisiting www.melsonfuneralservices.com.
BrianKeithWorhach,42
BrianKeithWorhach,42,passed awaypeacefullyathomeonJan.20, 2025,inMillsboro,Del.Bornon Aug.9,1982,inLewes,Del.,hewas thebelovedsonofTammyL. Worhach.
Hehadapassionforcreativity andtechnology,showcasinghistalentsthroughwebsitedesign.Hewas alsoanavidfanoftheNewYorkGiantsfootballteamandenjoyed spendinghisfreetimeplaying PlayStation,listeningtocrimepodcastsanddotingonhischerishedcat, Reese.
Worhachwasprecededindeath byhisgrandmother,Patricia Durham;andhisuncle,FaronMumford.Hismemorywillliveoninthe heartsofhisfamily,includinghis mother,TammyWorhach;hisuncle, KeithBlake(andBonnie);hisgreatuncles,GaryClark(andRobin)and RichardClark(andKaren);his cousins,KaylaSyphard(andRob) andtheirdaughter,Anna,Jessica Ager(andNick)andtheirson,Giovanni,MikeClark,JeffClarkandJill ClarkWagner.
Thefamilyextendedaspecial thank-youtoNikoleLy nnandNevin ofDelawareHospiceofMilford, Del.,fortheirgreatmedicalcareover thelastsixmonths.
ServicesforWorhachweretobe heldprivately.Hislifememorial webpageisatwww.watsonfh.com.
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Season 8 continues with Hondo (Shemar Moore) and his team as they race to apprehend a dangerous criminal intent on enacting his revenge on the LAPD. Meanwhile, Deacon (Jay Harrington) and Tan (David Lim) disagree over Tan’s changes to the academy.
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It’s a classic battle of East Coast vs. West Coast as LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers head to New York City’s Madison Square Garden to take on Jalen Brunson and the red-hot New York Knicks. Last season, the teams split their series of two games.
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The 67th Annual Grammy Awards (6) WBOC 8 p.m.
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Independent Lens (12) WCPB 10 p.m.
This documentary looks at how in 2013 a small hunger strike at the high-security Pelican Bay prison in California grew into the largest prisoner hunger strike in U.S. history, with more than 30,000 incarcerated people across the state joining in.
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Sheistheteam’ssparkplug.
Se’TaraMcGeeusesheroutstanding speedtotaketheextrabaseonoffense androbopponentsofwould-bebase hits.
TheIndianRiverHighSchoolsenioroutfielder,infielderandpitcher helpedherteamcompilean11-8wonlostrecordlastspring,whichincludeda first-roundDIAAplayoffvictory.
Asaresult,sheistakingherstudies andhergametothenextlevel.
McGee,whotransferredtoIRHS priortoherjunioryear,recentlysigneda commitmenttostudyandplaywomen’s softballatShawUniversity,aprivate, historicallyAfricanAmericanschoollocatedinRaleigh,N.C.TheBearsarean NCAADivisionIImemberthatcompetesintheCentralIntercollegiate AthleticAssociation.
IRHSgirls’softballheadcoachSara PowellsaidsheiselatedthatSe’Tara willbeplayingwomen’scollegesoftball.
“IambeyondproudofSe’Tarafor heracademicandathleticcommitment to ShawUniversity,”saidPowell.“She hassuchaloveanddriveforthegame ofsoftballandwillbesuchanassetto theirprogram.
“Unfortunately,I’veonlyhadthe privilegetocoachSe’Taraforonefull season,”Powellsaid.“Butinthatseason, wegrewtohaveastrongplayer-andcoachrelationship.Ilookforwardto coachingherinhersenioryear.Iam alsoexcitedtofollowhersoftballcareer intocollege.”
HereisthestoryofhowMcGee’s hardworkandsuccessaretakingherto the nextlevel.
Se’TaraMcGee
Hometown: Frankford
Whatsportareyoucommittingto play? Women’ssoftball Schoolthatyouarecommittingto: ShawUniversityShaw,aprivate,historicallyAfricanAmericanschoollocated inRaleigh,N.C.TheBearsarean NCAADivisionIImemberthatcompetesintheCentralIntercollegiate AthleticAssociation.
Playerspecifics: Se’Taraisa5-foot1,right-handedhitting,throwingand battinggirls’volleyballandsoftball player.
IRHSgirls’softballseniorSe’TaraMcGeecommitstoShawUniversity
Se’TaraMcGeehascommittedtostudyandplaywomen'ssoftballatShawUniversity.
Identifyyourbestachievementsasa highschoolstudent: “Iwasatri-captainforthisyear’sIndianRiverHigh girls’volleyballteam,andIearnedAll AcademicHenlopenConferencehonorslastspringforgirls’softball.”
Namesofparents: Mother,TaraLitten,andfather,SeanMcGee
Major: Athletictraining
Nameofthecoachwhorecruited you: HeadcoachReginaldCooper
Describeyourcontactandrelationshipwiththecollege’scoach: “Coach CoopsawvideosofmeontheField L evelapp,”saidMcGee.“Hetoldme thatthepowergeneratedbysomeone likemeindicatesthatI’dbeenoverlooked.HetoldmethatIwassomethingspecial.MymotherandItraveled toRaleigh,N.C.,foranofficialvisit.”
Describetheemotionsyouarefeelingaboutyourcommitment: “I’mtruly soexcitedaboutcommittingtoShaw Universityandbeingabletolivemy dreamofplayingsoftballatthecollegiatelevel.Itcanbeveryscaryattimes, when Ithinkabouthowfastthetime
hasgone.ButthenIrememberthatit’s apartoflifeandit’spreparingmefor therealworld.It’saverybittersweet feeling,butIdon’tthinkI’veeverbeen happier.”
Whataboutthisschoolappealsto you? “Ilovethefactthatit’sfarenough awayfromhomethatIwon’twantto drivemyselfhomeeverytimeIget homesick.Ilovetheareaindowntown Raleighthatmyschoolisin.It’scloseto everything,onlyfiveminutesawayfrom NorthCarolinaStateUniversity.The gir lsonthesoftballteamandthe coachesaresoamazingbecausethey treatyoulikethey’veknownyoufor years.Theyreallydomakeitfeellike home,nomatterwhereyou’refrom. CoachCoopjustwantsustohavea greattimeplayingsoftballandfocuson doingourbestintheclassroom.”
Describethesupportyou’vereceivedfromIRcoaches,AthleticDirectorToddFuhrmann,the administration,etc.: “I’vereceivedtons andtonsofsupportfromthecoaches, Toddandtheadministration.It’svery
heartwarmingtoseehowmuchthey careaboutthestudentswhomthey teachandcoach.They’realwaysthere forme.Icouldn’thaveaskedforbetter coachesandhelpmegetthroughthe restofhighschool.”
Describethesupportyou’vereceivedfromyourfamily: “Thesupport Ihavereceivedhasbeennothingshort ofamazing.Myparentsalsoensurethat IhaveeverythingIneedandhelpme gettowhereIneedtobe.Theymake everythingthat’simportanttomecriticaltothem,aswell.Iappreciatethem morethantheycouldeverknow.”
Whatareyourcareergoals? “Mycareergoalsaretoplaysoftballforaslong asIcan,andtoassistpeopleasahealthcareindustryprofessional,justasmy momdoes.”
Extrapoints: “Ijustwanttoextenda hugethankyoutootherswhoarenot myfamily,butwhohavesupportedme througheverything.Noneofwhat they’vedonegoesunnoticed.”
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IRboys’basketballdropsverdicttoDelmar
ByMikeStern StaffReporter
TheIndianRiverHighSchool boys’basketballteamtrailedbyfive pointsathalftime,33-28,followinga back-and-forthfirsthalfoftheir HenlopenConferencegameagainst visitingDelmaronTuesday,Jan.28.
ButtheWildcats’offenseexplodedinthethirdquarter,outscoringtheIndians14-5totakea commanding47-33leadafterthree quarters,enroutetoa63-35victory.
JuniorguardTay’vonRoundsled theIndianswith14points,while juniorguardAshtonBrowneadded 11.
DelmarsophomoreguardAiden Marshallscoredagame-high24 points,andfreshmanguardAvieon Waplesadded10markerstoabalancedscoringattack.
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TheIndianscreatedanoutstandinglow-postgame.
JuniorpowerforwardLynden ProsserandfreshmancenterMax Williamsondominatedtheoffensive boardsinthefirsthalfoftheirnonconferencebattleagainstthevisiting PatriotsonSaturday,Jan.25.
Asaresult,theIndianswere
hanginginthere,trailing12-11and 21-19afterthefirstandsecond quarters,respectively.
Theyappearedreadyforabreakoutthirdquarter.Butthevisitors dominatedthenexteightminutes, 20-8enroutetowinningthegame.
ProsserandjuniorguardTay’von RoundsledtheGreen&Goldwith 12pointseach,andWilliamsoncontributed10markers.Ontheglass, Williamsonpulled10boardswhile ProsserandRoundsgrabbedfive each.
SeniorguardGabeParktallieda game-high23pointswhilesenior guardNickVaughnadded15,and juniorforwardSullyBurkhardtcontributed10pointsoffthebench.
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TheIndianRiverboys’basketball teamfelltovisitingLakeForeston Thursday,Jan.23.Juniorguard Tay’vonRoundsledtheIndianswith fivepoints.
SeniorguardDariusMillerled theSpartanswithagame-high13 points.FreshmanguardLamier Wrightadded11points,whilejunior forwardDameonBrewington chippedinwith10markers.
IRgirls’basketballwinssixthstraightatDelmar,33-19
ByMikeStern StaffReporter
TheIndianRiverHighSchool girls’basketballteamisonaroll.
TheGreen&Goldwontheir sixthstraightgameandimprovedto 10-3overallwithanoutstandingdefensiveeffortintheir33-19triumph atDelmaronTuesday,Jan.28.
“Ourdefensewasoutstandingbecauseourplayershadtheirhandsand feetmovingondefense,”saidhead coachRonDukesafterhisteamimprovedto7-2inHenlopenConferencecompetition.“TheDelmar players’shotswerebeingcontestedin ourgreatdefensiveeffort.Theallaroundenergyasateamwasimpressive.”
TheIndiansheldtheWildcatsto single-digitscoringineachquarter. Theytooka12-5leadinthefirst
quarterandextendedtheiradvantage to20-11atintermissionand28-16 afterthreequarters,respectively.
AlverniaUniversitycommitMya Whittingtonscoredagame-high14 points,includingatrioofthreepointbaskets.Theseniorguard— whosurpassedthe1,000-careerpointmarkatArcadiaonJan.21— finishedthegamewith1,032markers.Sheisthesixthgirls’basketball playerinschoolhistorytoachieve themilestone.
JuniorguardAbbyBertlingadded ninepoints,andjuniorforwardJayla Hudsonpulled12reboundsandcontributedsixpoints.
SeniorguardLaelaBrownledthe Wildcatswithsixpoints.
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Whittingtonscoredagame-high 13pointstoleadtheIndianspast hostLakeForestSpartansinaHenlopenConferencebattleonThursday,Jan.23.
Indians’juniorforwardJaylaHudsonadded11pointsand11rebounds astheIndianscapturedtheirfifth straightvictory.
TheIndiansexplodedoutofthe gatetotakea16-2leadafterone quarter.LakeForestrecoveredinthe secondquarter,narrowingtheir deficitto23-17byhalftime.The Green&Goldled31-23afterthree quarters.
JuniorguardZionMcKnightled theSpartanswitheightpoints.
Junior/Unified Basketball
The outstanding junior forward exploded for a game-high 19 points to lead the Indian River Unified basketball team to a 43-27 victory over host Dover on Thursday, January 23. Brayden scored six points in the first quarter, two more in the second and 11 in the third stanza to help the Indian River Unified squad remain unbeaten in its first three games of the 2025 season.
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Indians’‘teameffort’leadstotitleatHowardInvitational
ByJasonFeather StaffReporter
Thereareonlyafewshortweeks leftinthe2024-2025regularseason fortheIndianRiverHighSchool wrestlingteam.Everymatchisimportantinsomewayorformfortheindividualgrapplers’chancesatearninga postseasonberth,aswellastheteam hopingtoclaimaspotintheDIAA teamduals.
Teamsuccesswasfrontandcenter lastSaturday,Jan.25,astheIndians tookthelongtreknorthtoHoward HighSchoolofTechnologyforateam dualstournamentagainst11other teams.IRbattledtoughagainsteach opponentandcameawaywiththe overallteamchampionshipthanksto 288.5teampoints.PennCharterof Pennsylvaniawassecondintheteam standings,with250points,whileFirst StateMilitaryAcademywasthird with247.
“Saturday’sperformanceatthe HowardInvitationalwasagreatoverallteameffort,”saidIRheadcoach JeffWindish.“Thekidswereveryaggressiveandwerelookingtoscore pointsthroughouttheirmatches.We havereallytriedtostressthat,when youareoffensivefromthestartofthe match,goodthingswillhappen,andI
thinkthekidshavestartedtobuyin.
“Howarddidagreatjobofbringinginsomequalityout-of-state teams,soourkidsgottoseesome goodopponents,whichisdefinitely whatwelookforwhenscheduling tournaments.”
TheIndianshad10wrestlersplace intheTop4oftheirrespectiveweight classesandputsixofthoseintothefinals.ShaneForjanwasoneofthe wrestlerstoturninawinningperformance,takingthetopspotinthe 157-poundbracket,going4-0onthe day.
AmaniMarsigliadroppedhisfirst matchofthedayinthe120-pound bracketbutrecoveredtowinhisnext fourmatchesandfinish4-1overall. LuisHicksturnedinastrongperformancewitha5-1recordinthe 150-poundshowcase,withfourpins andadecisionamongsthiswins.Colt Lynchwas3-1at106pounds,with histhreevictoriesallcomingbyway ofpins.
“ShaneForjanwrestledagreatfinalsmatch,knockingoffawrestlerhe hadlosttoinapreviousmeeting,” notedWindish.“LuisHickshadareallygoodtournament,finishingsecondanddroppingahard-fought decisioninthefinals.ColtLynchhad anoutstandingtournament,finishing
second,andshowedwhatheiscapable ofwhenhegetstohisoffense.”
OtherIndianswithstrongshowingsattheWildcatInvitationalincludedHobeGivens(3-1at126 pounds),JayvionChandler(5-1at 175),ClaytonCifuentes(4-2at190) andAlexPeacock(3-2at215).
OnMonday,Jan.27,theIndians droppeda44-30decisiontoLaurelin aHenlopenAthleticConference SouthDivisiontilt.IRjumpedoutto a17-0leadthroughthefirstthree matches,withLeviPerezpostinga 17-0technicalfallat175,while ChandlerandCifuentesfollowedwith pinsat190and215,respectively.
Laurelrespondedwithapairof pinsandatechnicalfalloftheirown overthenextthreematches,totiethe scoreat17-17.
Marsigliapostedan8-3decisionat 120,andHobeGivensfollowedwitha 17-1technicalfallat126toputthe Indiansbackinfront25-17.However, theBulldogswouldgoontowinfive ofthelastsixmatchestosecurethe win.OnlyForjanwassuccessfulin breakingLaurel’swinningtidedown thefinalstretchofthematch,getting a17-1technicalfallofhisownat157.
“WeknewMonday’smatchagainst Laurelwouldcomedowntomatchups andbonuspoints,”admittedWindish
oftheconferencebattlewiththeBulldogs.“WhenyouwrestlequalityopponentslikeLaurel,gettingbonus points—andnotconcedingthem— iscrucial.Wedidagoodjobofsecuringbonuspointswithpinsandtechnicalfallswhereweneededthembut gaveupafewtoomanyinsomepivotalmatches.Thecoachingstaffwas definitelypleasedwithhowwefought ineachmatchanddefinitelyfeellike wecanbuildoffofthatinthenext fewweeks.
“LeviPerezdidagreatjobsecuring atechnicalfall,bumpingupaweight class.AmaniMarsigliawonahardfoughtdecision,havingtocomefrom behindtosecurethewin.Hobe GivensandShaneForjaneach notchedtechnicalfallsandfound waystorackuppointsontop.”
ThelosstoLaurelhastheIndians dual-meetrecordat9-5overall,with matchesremainingagainstDelmar(23),SussexTech(4-3),McKean(8-0) andSeaford(8-6).(Allrecordsfor IR’sopponentswereasofpresstime.)
Eachremainingmatchhassignificantmeaningtotheoverallhopesfor theIndianstoearnaberthinthe DIAAStateTeamDualstournament. Thosematchesalsoarepivotalforthe
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Bennetchbags19to leadunbeatenIRUnified basketballpastDover
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Heabsolutelyexplodedonthehardwood.
IndianRiverHighUnifiedbasketballstandoutBraydenBennetchcould notbecontained.Thejuniorforward eruptedforagame-high19pointsto leadhisteamtoitsthirdstraightvictory toopenthe2025season,43-27over hostDoveronThursday,Jan.24.
Bennetchscoredsixpointsinthe firstquarter,twomoreinthesecond and11inthethirdstanza.
“ Thiswasourfirstgameonthe road,”saidheadcoachJamaalBivens. “ThegamebeganwithBraydenscoring abaskettostartourattack.Seniorguard ElmerHernandezCaballeroandBrayden’sbrother,juniorforwardKyleBennetchfollowedhislead,scoringnine andfivepoints,respectively.”
AccordingtoBivens,thehighscoringtrio’shardwork“wasabeautiful thingtosee.Theirteamworkandleadershipskillswereimpressiveallgame long,”saidthebenchboss.“SeniorforwardDonaldLingoandjuniorcenter ZakiDrummondeachscoredfour pointsandcrashedtheboards,remindingmeoftheoldPhiladelphia76ers’ duoofCharlesBarkleyandManute Bol.Youhadtobetheretoseethe magic.”
TheSenatorsralliedinthesecond quarterandclosedtowithin19-16at halftime.TheIndianschangedtheirdefensiveschemeinthesecondhalfto minimizeDoverHigh’sscoringopportunities.
“Weonlyhadafewpracticesdueto thesnowdays,soIwasconcernedasto howeffectivethedefensivechange wouldbe,”saidBivens.“However,our athletesandpartnersrosetotheoccasionandfinishedoutthegameimpressively.”
UnifiedbasketballisaDelawareInterscholasticAthleticAssociation-sanctionedsportthatprovideshigh-school studentswithandwithoutdisabilities theopportunitytotrainandcompetein sports,experienceinclusion,socialize withtheirpeersandparticipateasatrue student-athlete.
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individualwrestlersthemselves,as theyarehopingtoearnthemselvesa goodseedintheHenlopenAthletic ConferenceIndividualWrestling Championshipsnextmonth.
“Weneedtokeepcompetingwith thesameintensityoverthenextfew weeksand,hopefully,itwillearnusa spotinthestatedualmeetchampionships,”concludedWindish.
IRHSgirls’fieldhockeygoalieMayfieldcommitstoAlvernia
ByMikeStern StaffReporter
Shemadethegame-savingstopagainst CaesarRodney.Protectinga1-0leadlate inthesecondhalf,shehadnomorethana splitsecondtoreact.
IndianRivergirls’fieldhockeysenior goalkeeperJazminMayfieldmadeherdecisionandracedouttochallengethe shooter.Asherteam’sabsolutelastlineof defense,Mayfieldwasoftenthedifference betweenvictoryanddefeat.
The5-foot-4shotstoppermadethe saveofthemagical2024season,separating theballfromtheopposingshooterand kickingitaside,ontoateammate’sfield hockeysticktopreservewhatwouldbea 2-0shutoutoverthetalentedRiderson Oct.3.
Asaresultofheroutstandinggoalkeepingskills,teamleadershipandexcellencein theclassroom,Mayfieldistakinghergame tothenextlevel.Sherecentlysignedher commitmenttostudyandmakesavesat AlverniaUniversity,aprivateFranciscan schoollocatedinReading,Pa.TheGolden WolvesareanNCAADivisionIIImemberoftheMid-AtlanticConference.
“Jazminisanexceptionalgoalie,”said IRHSgirls’fieldhockeyheadcoachTorrie Huk.“I’msohappythatsheistakingher skillstothenextlevel.Iknowshewillfind muchsuccessatAlverniaUniversity.We
IndianRiverseniorgirls'fieldhockeygoalkeeperistakinghergametothenext levelatAlverniaUniversity.
lookforwardtofollowinghernextseason.” Mayfieldfinishedthe2024campaign with109savesandsevenshutouts,enablingthe9-5IndianstoreachtheDIAA playoffs.ForherIndianRivercareer,she made358stopsandregistered13shutouts. Duringthespringsportsseason,MayfieldisthestartingcatcherfortheIndians’
girls’softballsquad,aperennialplayoffparticipant.Herheavyworkloadincludesresponsibilitiessuchascallingpitchlocations andspeeds,positioningherteammatesdefensivelyandkeepingrivalbaserunners honestwithherstrong,accuratearm.
HereisthestoryofhowMayfield’s hardworkandsuccessaretakinghertothe nextlevel.
JazminMayfield
Hometown: Selbyville
Collegecommittingto: AlverniaUniversity,aprivateFranciscanschoollocated inReading,Pa.TheGoldenWolvesarean NCAADivisionIIImemberoftheMidAtlanticConference.
Thesportareyouarecommittingfor is: Women’sfieldhockey
Playerspecifics: Mayfieldisa5-foot-4 girls’fieldhockeygoalkeeperandgirls’ softballcatcherwhothrows,batsand shootsright-handed.
Namesofsiblingswhohaveornowattend/playsportsatIndianRiverHigh: StevenMayfield,herbrother,wrestledand playedboys’lacrosse,graduatingin2024.
Identifyyourbestachievementsasa highschoolstudentathlete: “Earning SecondTeamAllStatehonorsin2024, andFirstTeamAllConferencekudosin 2023forfieldhockey.”
Nameofparent: ShawnaSullivan
Nameofthecoachwhorecruitedme: HeadcoachLauraGingrich Describeyourcontactandrelationshipwithyourcollegecoach: “Coach GingrichandIhaveaverygoodrelationship,andwetalkatleastonceaweek,”said Mayfield.“ShehasbeentheresinceI’ve
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IndianRiversweepstowinsinthepool
ByJasonFeather StaffReporter
TheIndianRiverHighSchoolboys’ andgirls’swimmingteamswerebackinactionat“home”againstDoverinaHenlopenAthleticConferencemeeton Monday,Jan.20,attheSussexAcademy AquaticCenter.
TheIRboysscoreda54-29decision overtheSenators,whilethegirlscruisedto a convincing75-16win.Thewinsrunthe regularseasonmarksto5-2fortheboys and4-2forthegirls.
It’sbeenachaoticmonthsincethe teamstooktimeoffforwinterbreak,with MotherNatureforcingseveralclosuresand reschedules,whichaffectedpracticetimein thepoolfortheIndians.
“Ithasbeendifficultforustomaintain anysortofconsistency,givenallthesnow daysandclosingsofpoolsoverthelast threeweeks,”saidIRboysheadcoach
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gottenmytornACLandmeniscusknee surgery,andisalwaysmakingsurethatmy recoveryisgoingwell.”
Major: “Iwilldoublemajorinearlyeducationandspecialeducation.”
Describetheemotionsyouarefeeling aboutyourcommitment: “Thewhole processofcommittingtoAlverniahas beensoamazing.Ithasmefeelingso gratefulandexcitedformyfuture,andfor whatI’mgoingtobeabletoaccomplish.”
Whataboutthisschoolappealsto you? “AfterlookingatAlvernia’sfield hockeyprogramandtalkingwiththe coach,IknewthatIdefinitelywantedto beapartofit.OnceIknewwhatmajorI wantedtopursuethatisavailableatAlvernia,IknewthisiswhereIwanttobe.In addition,thecampusissobeautifuland feelssocozy.”
Describethesupportyou’vereceived fromIRcoaches,AthleticDirectorTodd Fuhrmann,theadministration,etc.: “The supportthatI’vegottenhasbeensoamazing.IquestionedwhetherIwantedtocontinuemyfieldhockeycareer.Then,I surprisedmycoacheswhenItoldthem thatIwasgoingonavisittoAlvernia.My coachesareallsoexcitedformeandhappy thatIchosetotakemyskillstothenext level.Toddhasplayedsuchanimportant roleinhelpingmebeforemysurgerylate intheseasontoensurethatIwasstrong, andhehelpedmethroughmyrecovery.”
Describethesupportyou’vegotten fromyourmotherandfamily: “Mymom andfamilyhavebeensoamazing,andI couldn’tbemoregratefulforthepeopleI haveinmylifewhohavehelpedmereach whereIam.”
Whatisyourcareergoal? “Tobecome anelementaryschoolspecial-education teacher.”
ColinCrandell.“Also,theholidaysjammed usup.So,thislasttwoweekshavemainly beenustryingtore-establishourbase trainingandgettingintothewaterasmuch aspossiblebeforeconferences.”
Fortheboys,theIndiansfinishedfirst andsecondinpracticallyeverycontested eventonJan.20,withtheexceptionoftwo, duetodisqualifications.
ThequartetofJohnLovellette,Atsushi Kajita,CaidenClarkandCadeDonnelly setthetonefromthejumpwithatimeof 1:56.39towinthe200medleyrelay.
LoganDawsonandDrewBarthelmess were1-2,respectively,inthe200free.
Lovelletteaddedafirstinthe200IM,with teammateDavidMillertouchingsecond.
KajitaandDonnellyweretopsinthe50 freewithlessthantwo-tenthsofasecond separatingthetwo.
GavinHarrellwasfirstinthe100butterflyevent,withatimeof1:02.15.Donnellycamebackwithawininthe100free, edgingoutteammateAndresLucenti,who touchedinsecondplace.Clarkaddedasolo firstinthe500free,withLovellettecoming insecond.
TheteamofBarthelmess,Dawson, HarrellandLovellettewerewinnersinthe 200freerelay,gettingthebestofthesecond-placeIRteamofHarrisonBenner, Donnelly,HenryHogeandKajita.
“Iwasverypleasedwiththeefforts,and Iwanttheboystocontinuetotrainhard throughthesemeetsbecauseweneedtoestablishstrengthandspeedpriortoourconferencemeet,”addedCrandell.“But, overall,I’mveryhappywiththewaythey’re progressing,giventhecircumstances.”
Onthegirls’sideofthings,theIndians
wonallbuttwoevents,withMacynHockmanpickingupapairofindividualwinsin the100butterfly(1:02.57)and100breaststroke(1:18.15).Shewasalsoapartofthe winning200freerelayteam,withI.Hernandez,L.FeathersandJ.Jaeger(1:55.62). KassidyBehornaralsopickedupapair ofsolowinsinthe200free(2:34.18)and the500free(6:50.99).NatalieMoranwasa winnerinthe200IMwithatimeof 2:58.90,whilealsojoiningforceswithTrue Jaeger,LucilleFeathersandEllieWallsto winthe200medleyrelaywithatimeof 2:19.60.
LeilaHernandezwontheotherIRindividualeventwithhertimeof1:02.57in the100free.Shealsoswamaleginthe winning400freerelayteamwithMaddie Moore,GraceClarkandJaeger,postinga timeof4:37.74.
TheDelawareStateFairannouncedthis weekthatitwillclosetheCentreIceRinkin May,dueto“unsustainableandcompoundingcosts.”
“TheDelawareStateFair,inlinewith theirBoardofDirectors,hasmadethedifficultdecisiontoclosetheCentreIceRink followingthe2025springseason,”officials said.“Thisnecessary,butchallengingbusinessdecisionandBoardvotefollowsseveral yearsoffinancialconcerns,includingincreasingrepaircostsandongoingdifficultyto keepupwithmaintenanceneedsthathave becomefinanciallyunsustainableforthefair.
“Thedecisiontocloseandrepurposethe Rinkwasnotmadelightly,andtheFairrecognizesthesignificantimpactthistransition willhaveontheathletes,familiesandorganizationswhohavefoundahomeattherink.”
Representativessaidthat,inamajority vote,theboardwaspresentedwiththespecificfinancialrealitytheFairwasfacingcon-
cerningtheoverwhelmingmechanicalfailurescombinedwithfiscalexpenditures neededtoopen,runandmaintaintheIce rink.
“Thecommunitymaynothaveseenall theworkbeingdonebehindthescenesto ensureitssuitableoperationalstanding,but theextentoftheissuescametolightwith severalmechanicalfailuresoccurringinlate Novemberleadingtooverwhelmingcapital fundsneededtobringtherinkonlinefor currentandfutureoperations.
“TheHarringtonandDelawarecommunitiesarealwaysthetoppriority,whichis whytheFairStaff,incombinationwiththe board,exploredeveryoptionpossibletokeep CentreIceRinkasapartofthecommunity, butoncelearningoftheimmediatefinancial spendofover$500,000forurgentrepairs,in additiontooveramillion-dollarcommitmentneededforthenextfewyears—all isolatedfromday-to-daycosts—itwasdeterminedthatkeepingtherinkopenandup tothequalitytheHarringtoncommunity membersdeservewouldnotbesustainable.”
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Sinceitsopeningmorethan20yearsago, representativessaid,theCentreIceRinkhas beenanimportantcommunityhub,offering avenueforiceskating,figureskatingand hockey.Duringtheoff-season,therinkwas alsoconvertedtohostavarietyofevents,includingcorporateeventsandfundraisers.
“Weknowhowdifficultthisdecisionis forourcommunitymemberswhohave calledtheCentreIceRinkhomeforthepast 20years,”saidDannyAguilar,generalmanageroftheDelawareStateFair.“Becausewe caredeeplyforourathletes,coachesandtheir families,itisimportanttousthatwehonor themduringthistransitionandensurethey willreceiveampletimetofindanewhome beforethenextseasonbeginsineight months,andwewillbeprovidinginformationalresourcestoassistinthetransition. Withnewinformationcomingonlinetoday anewoptionforfamiliestoconsiderwould betheproposedDoverCivicArena,afuture homeforiceskatingprogramming.”
least six cars. Elevator access to all levels. Eco-friendly solar power system. Fishing directly from the property, community pool and tennis courts. Convenient boat launch. Call Doug Purcell (c) 410-707-3333
Tobetteralignresourceswiththefair’s missionofbetteringourcommunity,representativessaid,thebuildingthatoncehoused theicerinkwilleventuallybetransformed intoamulti-useeventcenter.Thenewspace willprovideayear-roundvenue,theysaidfor eventsincludingagriculturalevents,communitygatherings,concertsandyouthprogramming.Theeventcenterwillalsoserveasa locationformusicians,comedians,artistsand performers.
“Therearemanyopportunitiesforthis spacetobeastapleinthecommunityonce again,andtheFairhopesthatallthefamilies andcommunitymemberscanutilizethis spaceinanewway.TheDelawareStateFair remainsdedicatedtohostingavibrantcommunityenvironmentandcontinuingits long-standingtraditionofsupportingagriculturaleducationandlocalevents.Serving thecommunitywillalwaysremainatoppriorityandtheFairlooksforwardtocontinuingtodosoforyearstocome.”
TolearnmoreabouttheDelawareState Fair,visithttps://www.delawarestatefair.com.
January31,2025
Elliottbecomesall-timewinsleaderforSussexTechwrestling
SussexTechnicalHighSchool wrestlerDustinElliottsecuredhis151st winonJan.24,intheteam’s58-15win overDelmarHighSchool,becoming theteam’sall-timewinsleader.
Elliottbroketwo-timestatechampionClassof2010alumWendellCannon’spreviousrecordof150wins.
“Dustin’sdedicationtothesporton andoffthematisunmatched.Ithas beenanabsolutepleasuretocoach Dustin,andIlookforwardtowatching himcompletehiswrestlingjourney,” ScottLayfield,SussexTechnicalHigh Schoolwrestlingheadcoach.
CoastalPoint•Submitted SussexTechnicalHighSchoolwrestling headcoachScottLayfield,left,celebratesa151stwinforDustinElliott, center,alongwithformerrecord-holder WendellCannon,right.
LEGALS
OFFICE OF REGISTER OF WILLS OF SUSSEX COUNTY STATE OF DELAWARE
PO BOX 743; GEORGETOWN, DE 19947
(302)855-7875
Estate of Alice Raphael Flynn, Deceased.
Notice is hereby given that Letters of Testamentary upon the estate of Alice Raphael Flynn who departed this life on August 25, 2024, late of Selbyville, DE were duly granted unto Randall B. Flynn Jr. on December 30, 2024 and all persons indebted to the said deceased are required to make payments to the said Executor without delay, and all persons having demands against the deceased are required to exhibit and present the same duly probated to the said Executor on or before April 25, 2025 or abide by the law in this behalf.
Executor:
Randall B. Flynn Jr. 100 MacKenzie Ct., Huntingtown, MD 20639
Gregory Fuller, Sr., Register of Wills
ATTORNEY:
Parsons & Robinson, P.A. 118 Atlantic Ave.; Suite 401 Ocean View, DE 19970
CP 20250117 3T
TOWN OF FRANKFORD PUBLIC NOTICE OF ELECTION
The Town of Frankford will hold its Annual Election from 1:00 to 4:00pm. On Saturday, February 1, 2025, at the Town Hall located #9 Main Street, Frankford, Delaware 19945,
Two (2) Town Council Members shall be elected and the Town Council terms are for a Period of two (2) years.
The following Three (3) individuals have filed and are qualified to run:
John Wright
Gregory Welch
Edmund Ferencie
Qualifications to vote for the Town of Frankford Elections must meet all of the following requirements: Must be a citizen of the United States, is at least eighteen (18) years of age, and who shall be a resident in the Town of Frankford for a period of thirty days (30) immediately preceding the date of such Annual Municipal Election, and who shall be a resident of the State of Delaware and the Town of Frankford, provided such person is registered on the "Books of Registered Voters" of the Town of Frankford.
Persons appearing to vote shall present proof of identity and address. One or more of the following items, considered together or separately, are considered proof of identity and address of the person. Identification will be required on Election Day in order to vote.
1) A current State of Delaware driver's license or ID card.
2) A uniformed service ID card.
3) Another current photo ID issued by the State of Delaware, U.S. Government, the voter's employer, high school or higher education Institution.
4) A current utility bill, bank statement, credit card statement, a paycheck or pay advice, or another type of bill or statement.
5) A lease or sales agreement: and/or
6) Any other documentation that a person can reasonably and commonly accept as proof of identity and address.
All residents who are registered in the Town of Frankford are urged to vote in this election.
CP 20250117 3T
OFFICE OF REGISTER OF WILLS OF SUSSEX COUNTY STATE OF DELAWARE
PO BOX 743; GEORGETOWN, DE 19947 (302)855-7875
Estate of Timothy J. Kane Jr., Deceased.
Notice is hereby given that Letters of Testamentary upon the estate of Timothy J. Kane Jr. who departed this life on December 4, 2024, late of Millsboro, DE were duly granted unto Kimberly A. Hall on January 2, 2025 and all persons indebted to the said deceased are required to make payments to the said Executor without delay, and all persons having demands against the deceased are required to exhibit and present the same duly probated to the said Executor on or before August 4, 2025 or abide by the law in this behalf.
Executor:
Kimberly A. Hall 506 Fairway Dr., Bethany Beach, DE 19930
ATTORNEY:
Parsons & Robinson, P.A. 118 Atlantic Ave.; Suite 401 Ocean View, DE 19970
Gregory Fuller, Sr., Register of Wills CP 20250117 3T
The Annual Meeting of the Derrickson Canal Tax Ditch will be held on Thursday, February 6, 2025, from 6-7:30 p.m. at the Beacon Baptist Church, 32263 Beacon Baptist Road, Millville, DE 19967. derricksontaxditch@gmail.com
CP 20250124 2T
Blackwater Tax Ditch Meeting will be held on Monday, February 3, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. at Jack Hickman’s house. For more information, please call (302)732-9687.
CP 20250124 2T
Request for Qualifications
Delta Airport Consultants,Inc. invites interested professional services firms to submit their Statements of Qualifications for future airport-related engineering, planning and development projects. Qualified firms will be considered for teaming and sub-consulting opportunities throughout the year. Please complete the online form at www.deltaairport.com/RFQ by February 28, 2025. DBE/MBE/ WBE firms are strongly encouraged to respond. CP 20250131 1T
PUBLIC NOTICE
Artisan Restaurant Development, LLC t/a Ocean View Restaurant has on January 27, 2025 applied with the Alcoholic Beverage Control Commissioner for a Liquor License for a premises located at 42 Atlantic Avenue, Ocean View, DE 19970. Persons who are against this application should provide written notice of their objections to the Commissioner. For the Commissioner to be required to hold a hearing to consider additional input from persons against this application, the Commissioner must receive one or more documents containing a total of at least 10 signatures of residents or property owners located within 1 mile of the premises or in any incorporated areas located within 1 mile of the premises. The signatures of residents or property owners must also include the mailing address for the property and the email address (if one exists) for the resident or property owner. Protest(s) must be received by the Commissioner’s office on or before February 26, 2025. The protests can be emailed to oabcchearingexhibits@delaware.gov, or delivered or mailed to: OABCC, Carvel State Office Building, 820 North French Street, 3rd Floor, Wilmington, DE 19801. Failure to file such a protest may result in the Commissioner considering the application without further notice, input, or hearing. If you have questions regarding this matter, please contact the Commissioner’s Office.
CP 20250131 3T
TOWN OF BETHANY BEACH
NOTICE
OF PUBLIC HEARING
Please take notice that the Bethany Beach Town Council will hold a PUBLIC HEARING AT:
DATE: MONDAY, FEBRUARY 17, 2025
TIME:1:00 P.M.
PLACE: TOWN MEETING ROOM 214 GARFIELD PARKWAY BETHANY BEACH, DE
TO: CONSIDER AND RECEIVE PUBLIC COMMENT ON A RESOLUTION TO GIVE NOTICE TO RESIDENTS AND PROPERTY OWNERS OF THE TOWN THAT THE TOWN COUNCIL PROPOSES TO BORROW A SUM OF MONEY TO CONSTRUCT A NEW WATER CLARIFIER
WHEREAS, under Section 12.2 of the Town Charter, the Town Council has authority to borrow money for any proper municipal purpose through issuance of bonds or certificates of indebtedness to secure the repayment thereof, on the full faith and credit of the Town, or such other security or securities as the Town Council shall elect of the repayment of principle thereof and interest due thereon;
WHEREAS, the Town Council proposes to borrow an amount not to exceed $3,980,000.00 at an interest rate not to exceed 3% with the Division of Public Health Office of Drinking Water State Revolving Fund for the purpose of constructing of a new water clarifier within the Town of Bethany Beach.
WHEREAS, Section 12.2.4 (A) requires that the Town Council shall schedule a hearing on the proposed resolution authorizing said loan for the construction of the new water clarifier of the Town. A hearing on this proposed resolution shall take place at 1:00 p.m. on February 17, 2025, in the Bethany Beach Town Hall, 214 Garfield Parkway, Bethany Beach, DE 19930.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED, A MAJORITY OF COUNCIL CONCURRING IN COUNCIL DULY MET, that the Town shall give notice to residents and property owners of the Town that the Town Council proposes to borrow an amount not to exceed $3,980,000.00 at an interest rate not to exceed 3% with the Drinking Water State Revolving Fund for the purpose of constructing a new water clarifier with voter approval; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that Council’s vote of January 17, 2025 to authorize the Town Manager, in consultation with the Town Solicitor to develop and finalize the wording in providing notice of a hearing on this Resolution and proceed with a voter referendum in the near future.
THIS SHALL CERTIFY that this is a true and correct copy of the Resolution adopted by at least a majority vote of the Town Council of the Town of Bethany Beach at its regularly-scheduled and duly-noticed regular meeting held on January 17, 2025.
All interested persons are invited to attend and comment.
CP 20250131 2T
Public Meeting Notice
The Sussex County Southeast Regional Police Accountability Committee will convene for its scheduled meeting on Thursday, February 13, 2025 at 1:00 PM. The meeting will take place at the South Bethany Town Hall, 402 Evergreen Rd, South Bethany Delaware.
All interested parties are invited to attend and participate in this important meeting where matters concerning police accountability and community engagement will be discussed.
For further information or inquiries, please contact Police Accountability Committee Administrative Assistant, Kendahl Hearn, at 302-539-1111 or kendahl.hearn@cj.state.de.us .
CP 20250131 1T
IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF DELAWARE IN AND FOR SUSSEX COUNTY
C.A. No. S24J-12-013 RHR TRUE ACCESS CAPITAL CORPORATION, INC
a Delaware Corporation, Plaintiff BREEZY RETAILING, LLC D/B/A CASHMERE GARDENS, a Delaware Limited Liability Company, and JUSTIN EDWARD BROWN, Defendants v.
AMEND NOTICE OF ENTRY OF JUDGMENT
TO:Breezy Retailing, LLC d/b/a Cashmere Gardens and Justin Edward Brown, located at 18 Thornberry Road Millville, DE 19967.
1. Plaintiff in the above-captioned matter intends to obtain court judgement against you in the Superior Court of the State of Delaware based upon the enclosed documents and exhibits for the following amounts:
a. Principal: $111,871.42
b. Interest at a rate of 7.5% as of January 16, 2025: $4,815.55 and accruing at $22.22 per day.
c. Post-judgment interest at the legal rate.
d. Late fees as of January 16, 2025: $357.78 and accruing at $119.26 per month
e. Attorney Fees: TBD
2. Plaintiff alleges that you have waived your rights to notice and hearing prior to the entry of judgment against you.
3. The entry of this judgment will result in a lien against all of your real estate and the means, by default of payment, whereby the Sheriff can levy against your personal property and real estate and ultimately sell at public auction your personal property and estate for credit against the debt.
4. In default of payment in appropriate cases, the Sheriff may seize some portion of wages against your debt.
5. You may appear in the Superior Court of Delaware, 1 The Circle, Suite 2, Georgetown, DE 19947, on the 7th day of March, 2025, at 1:00pm at which time you may object to the entry of judgment and a hearing will then be scheduled by the Court. At the hearing, Plaintiff will be required to prove that you have effectively waived your right to notice and a hearing prior to the entry of this judgment.
6. You are not required to appear, but if you fail to do so, judgment will be entered by default.
7. If you have any questions about these matters, you should immediately consult a Delaware Lawyer.
January 27, 2025Sincerely,
Myrtle A. Thomas, Prothonotary
Per: Marco I. Suarez, Deputy
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Planning and Zoning Commission of the Town of Ocean View will review Application P-356: “An ordinance amending Sections 140-24, 140-128 and 140-152 of the Ocean View Land Use and Development Code by defining various types of fast-food restaurants, adding them to the table of permitted uses as Special Exceptions in certain zoning districts, adding development standards for each and amending Section 140-121 to add surgical centers for renumbering purposes only.” Synopsis: “This ordinance amends the definition of a fastfood restaurant and sets forth standards for the use as a Special Exception in General Business Districts and in the Mixed Use Planned Community (MXPC) zone. It also adds and defines fast-food restaurants with drivethrough as well as fast-food restaurants with drive-in to the Table of Permitted Uses as uses requiring Special Exceptions in the General Business Districts and sets forth standards for each. It moves surgical centers to Section 140-121 to the extent that the Town should ever adopt standards therefore in order to utilize Section 140-128 for fast-food restaurant standards.”
The Town will hold this review on Thursday, February 20, 2025 at 4:00pm or as soon as possible thereafter in the Ocean View Community Center located at 32 West Avenue, adjacent to John West Park. All interested parties are welcome to attend. The meeting will be available online for viewing via livestream on the Town’s YouTube channel. The link to the livestream will appear on the posted agenda for the meeting and in the calendar portion of the Town’s website, www.oceanviewde.gov. Please note that the meeting agenda is subject to change. Written comments will be accepted but must be submitted prior to the start of the meeting.
The material may be examined by interested parties on the second floor of the Wallace A. Melson Municipal Building located at 201 Central Avenue between 8:30 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. and 1:00 p.m. through 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday by appointment only. The application may also be viewed online at www.oceanviewde.gov under the corresponding meeting attachments in the “Town Meetings” calendar portion of the homepage.
For additional information or to submit public comment, please contact Kenneth L. Cimino, Director of Planning, Zoning & Development, at (302) 539-1208 or via email at kcimino@oceanviewde.gov.
CP 20250131 1T
NOTICE FOR PUBLICATION
To Whom it May Concern:
This is to advise that Gary John Tilley of 34748 W Harbor Drive, Millsboro, of Sussex County, Delaware, will be filing with the Prothonotary in and for Sussex County, State of Delaware, an application for a License to Carry a Concealed Deadly Weapon, according to the laws of the State of Delaware.
CP 20250131 1T
NOTICE FOR PUBLICATION
To Whom it May Concern:
This is to advise that Patricia Anne Gregorio of 36398 Old Mill Bridge Road, Frankford, of Sussex County, Delaware, will be filing with the Prothonotary in and for Sussex County, State of Delaware, an application for a License to Carry a Concealed Deadly Weapon, according to the laws of the State of Delaware.
CP 20250131 1T
TOWN OF DAGSBORO
PUBLIC HEARING
On February 17, 2025 at 6:00 p.m., the Dagsboro Town Council will hold a Town Council meeting at the Bethel Center, 28307 Clayton Street, Dagsboro, DE to conduct a public hearing to discuss and vote upon the following:
A RULE TO SHOW CAUSE HEARING CONCERNING THE CURRENT BUSINESS LICENSE OF LA DAMA RESTAURANT & BAR LLC AT THE REQUEST OF THE TOWN ADMINISTRATOR
All interested persons are welcome to attend this hearing and to make comment.
Please call (302) 732-3777 for further information and/or to make accommodations for persons with special needs.
William Chandler III, Mayor Cynthia Brought, Town Administrator Town of Dagsboro
CP 20250131 1T
AceremonyheldatMason-Dixon VeteransofForeignWarsPost7234 inOceanViewrecentlyrecognized the2024winnersoftheannualVoice ofDemocracy(VOD)andPatriot’s Pen(PP)Competitions.
Theceremonycontinuedthe VFW’sandVFWAuxiliary’straditionofpromotingpatriotismandinvestinginyouth.Duringthe ceremony,high-schoolandmiddleschoolstudentsreceivedcertificates andmonetaryawards.Theawards werepresentedbyChadMyers,post seniorvice-commander,andcompetitionchairperson;andDaleWeese, postauxiliarypresident.
TheVoiceofDemocracyaudioessayprogramwasestablishedin 1947.In2024,itprovidesstudentsin grades9-12theopportunitytoex-
Fromleft,SelbyvillestudentsMatthewJohnson,ChaseMutzandNoahMutzearned1st,2ndand3rdplacesrespectivelyinthe 2024Patriot’sPenessayprogram,onthetopicof‘MyVoiceinAmerica’sDemocracy.’
pressthemselvesinanaudioand writtenessaysubmittal,thisyearon thetopic“IsAmericaTodayOur Forefathers’Vision?”Thewinnerwas EmilyDavis,asophomoreatIndian RiverHighSchool.
The2024Patriot’sPenessaypro-
gramprovidesstudentsingrades6-8 theopportunitytoexpressthemselvesina300-to400-wordwritten essaysubmittal,thisyearonthetopic “MyVoiceinAmerica’sDemocracy.” Thefirst-placewinnerwasMatthew Johnson.Secondplacewasawarded
toChaseMutz;andthirdplacewas awardedtoNoahMutz.AllthreeattendSelbyvilleMiddleSchool.
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Town of South Bethany Department of Public Works
e Town of South Bethany, Delaware is in search of a full-time Public Works employee. e successful candidate will perform tasks primarily related to maintaining and inspecting the Town’s stormwater infrastructure as well as tasks and projects related to the general maintenance of the beach and Town.
Experience with stormwater infrastructure and municipal maintenance. Must be able to perform physical labor and heavy li ing of at least 50 pounds. is position may require working in extreme weather conditions, working some weekends (particularly Memorial Day through Labor Day), as well as working evenings and weekends for emergencies. Municipal experience preferred, experience with stormwater required. 40-hour work week, salary DOQ, plus excellent Town bene t package. e full job description can be found at southbethany.delaware.gov/ employment.
Send resume and town application to: Maureen Hartman, Town Manager, Town of South Bethany, 402 Evergreen Road, Bethany Beach, DE 19930 or email townmanager@southbethany.org. Applications will be accepted until Feb 3, 2025. EOE.
SEASONAL POSITIONS
EXPERIENCED SERVICE TECH
Now hiring full-time position:
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Responsibilities include:
■ Servicing existing customers and generating new business while providing top-notch customer service.
■ The ability to sell print and digital products while meeting deadlines.
■ Collaborate with our creative team to create compelling ads tailored to clients’ needs and budgets.
■ Meet and exceed sales targets and goals.
Ideal candidate should be highly motivated, positive attitude, good communication skills, organized and detail oriented. Computer skills with Microsoft of ce and reliable transportation are necessary.
Please send resume to adsales@coastalpoint.com
AUDITIONING FEMALE
VOCALIST
A local professional guitarist and vocalist is currently auditioning for a female vocalist, preferably with some instrument experience, for local gigs two to three times a month.
Classic Rock, Modern Country, Blues, Soul, and Smooth Jazz are the genres. The website is www.saltyrosemusic.com.
For additional details, contact me at (410) 952-4506
Looking for Experienced Caregiver Short Term Thurs-Sun for Elderly Mom with Dementia. If interested call 240-522-6613 Please leave message
SECRETARY DESK late 1800s
Probably cherry, excellent condition. 4 drawers, 10 small drawers, 42”H x 40”W x 20”D, ap down adds 15” to depth. Can text pics. Drastically reduced. $750 302-539-9656
SIGNED PENN REDWARE
Pottery collection. Platters, bowls, plates. For display only $250 302-381-0086
FULL SIZED CAROUSEL
GIRAFFE Mint condition. Inquire for photos.
410-491-0409
CLOCKS From the Estate of a Clock Collector.
302-542-2382
BABY BUGGIES Over 100 years old. Perfect Condition. Call for details. Best offer 610-506-9179
DOLLS FROM THE 40S & 50S. Good condition. and doll accessories. Call for details. Best Offer. 610-506-9179
ANTIQUE ELI TERRY JR & CO. 30 hour modi ed pillar scroll, wooden movement clock. Weight driven, circa 1830. Runs great, professional tune-up. $475 410-259-2300
!FREE! Garland Commercial
10 burner propane stove with two ovens. Call Doug(815) 529-3471
OSTER FOOD PROCESSOR 2 in 1 salad prep and food processor. Shreds, slices, puree, chop. New in box $75
301-875-7061
DASH CHEF SERIES digital Blender. Includes instruction manual and recipe guide. Still in box $150 301-875-7061
MICROWAVE OVEN Toshiba
EM925A-SS Excellent condition – used only one week. With box and instructions. $75. 302-539-9656
2010 FORD MUSTANG
FASTBACK Ecxellent Condition. White Leather Interior, Garage Kept. Asking $15k. Good Service Record. 35k original miles 302-829-8831
FRONT HOOD BRA COVER for 2018-2021 Jeep Wrangler
JL JLU, CarsCover Custom ts for Jeep Wrangler
Unlimited JK JL 4 SDoor Sport/Sahara?Rubicon. Both brand new in original packaging, $70 for both OBO. Frankford area. Text 201-410-1097 if interested TWO 17 3/8 X 8 MERCEDES Benz 5 lug wheels. Only one has centerpiece. $25 for both. GulfPoint 302-470-0794
302-945-0507
SUSSEX COUNTY HABITAT FOR HUMANITY RESTORE accepts donations of working appliances 10 years old or less for families in need.
302-855-1156
SET OF 4 18” X 7”Polished grey pocket aluminim rims. $125 302-200-9350 please leave message.
DONATE YOUR CAR/TRUCK/RV - Lutheran
Mission Society of MD
Compassion Place ministries help local families with food, clothing, counseling. Tax deductible. MVA licensed #W1044. 410-228-8437
www.CompassionPlace.org 2017 CHEVROLET MALIBU all-weather front oor liners. Fit 2017-2020. Like new. $50 914-275-8938
DE LICENSE PLATE Stainless Steel with Rivets. Non Active. Collectors Item. $300 302-745-4122
Town of Ocean View Accountant - Full Time
Performs accounting work of a skilled nature for the Town of Ocean View under minimal supervision. Including, but not limited to, day to day accounting functions: including daily deposits, purchase orders and payment/check processing for the Town’s General, Trust, Grant, and Water Funds. Other major duties include processing Gross Rental Receipt Tax returns, assisting with Fixed Assets, and maintaining and billing the Town’s real estate property taxes. The successful applicant must have knowledge of accounting and bookkeeping practices and procedures and proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook). Associate or bachelor’s degree in accounting preferred, and the successful applicant must submit to a background check and drug testing prior to starting employment. Knowledge of Edmunds Govtech Software Solutions a plus. The salary range is $55,000 to $65,000 commensurate with experience. Position Description available at www.oceanviewde.gov/jobs .
Submit resume to: chouck@oceanviewde.gov or 201 Central Avenue – 2nd Floor Ocean View, Delaware 19970
Attn: Town Manager
Town of Ocean View is an Equal
SHURFLO PORTABLE oil change system with 3.5 gallon storage container. 12 volt DC. Like new, asking $100 914-275-8938
2021 Ice Bear Mad Dog 50cc Scooter, color black, 200 miles. Purchased new in summer of 2022. Garage kept, runs great. Asking $1,500. Call or text 973-202-8068
PITSBURGE AUTOMOTIVE
1 Ton Heavy Duty Folding Shop Crane. New Never Used $125 302-539-4367
2 TON AUTO JACK New $50 757-810-8782
FISHING GEAR.
Surf, Trolling, and Boat Rods. Landing nets, cast nets, and lures. Contact Ted 302-539-8053 or 302-547-4348
49” DIAGONAL LG TV with soundbar, woofer, Roku, ear phones. Excellent cond. $100 Ocean View 717-521-7955
32” DIAGONAL VISIO TV
Excellent cond. $40 Ocean View 717-521-7955
SAMSUNG GALAXY S23 FE 1yr old. New in Box with Red case and everything included. $250 302-436-9133
32IN SHARP HDTV with remote $50. 443-373-1550
SPIRE MEMORY BANK for iPad $20. 302-743-1903
50” PANASONIC HDTV $35, 42” Vizio HDTV $25. Text 301-526-0624
PANASONIC MASTER
PHONE + 4 stations. Uniden plug in phone, all work. $30 Ocean View 717-521-7955
WANTED
Part-time keyboardist for Bethany Beach church. The person chosen will be responsible for one or two services per weekend.This is a paying job. Please call 443-695-1507 and leave a name and phone number where you can be reached.
DRIVER WANTED
To pick up children from 2 Indian River District Schools. Fridays 3 - 4:30 pm. Great pay. Must pass background & drug test. Call 302-732-9097
1)27” SHARP TV: $30
(1) Sanyo (no remote): $20. All in excellent condition. 757-810-8782
2 ROLLS OF MUSIC for a player piano. Text 302-2583741 if interested
ELECTRONIC ORGAN KX130
KAWAI. Has power but needs cleaning inside circuit board. Bench incl. You must pick up. Text 302-258-3741
OUTDOOR BISTRO SET $40 443-763-1378
ART DECO GLASS MIRROR
35”W X 24”D. Excellent cond. $25 Ocean View 717-521-7955
FEDERAL STYLE MAPLE
Wood Lowboy 60”L X 19”W X 30”H. Excellent cond. $100 Ocean View 717-521-7955
FEDERAL STYLE MAPLE
Wood Lowboy 38”W X 20”D X 31”H. Excellent cond. $65 Ocean View 717-521-7955
FEDERAL STYLE MAPLE
Wood Mirrir 28”W X 48”H Excellent cond. $45 Ocean View 717-521-7955
2 WHITE IKEA CABINETS with doors and multiple shelves, 39”W X 21”D X 71”H.$60 each Ocean View 717-521-7955
KING BED W/ALL LINENS sheets, and coverlets. Excellent cond. used a dozen times. $200 Ocean View 717-521-7955
NEW FLOWERED FABRIC Covered Loveseat. 68”L X 35”D. Excellent cond. $125 Ocean View 717-521-7955
DARK MAPLE WOOD
36” round table, glass top, 2 chairs, excellent cond. $100 Ocean View 717-521-7955
2 WICKER CABINETS with storage drawers/shelves, both 46’W X 15”D X 34”H excellent cond. $70 each Ocean View 717-521-7955
RATTAN KITCHEN SET with 4 chairs and 54" glass top. Looks like new, only used a few times. $1400 new asking $400 Call 410-430-9402
CHERRY CHEST OF Drawers, and Mirror. Solid wood, cherry nish. Great condition. $50 302-229-7898
2 COUNTER HEIGHT BAR STOOLS 26 1/2 high, brushed nickel back with cream leather seats. $100.00 302-545-9812
HEAT N GLO FIREPLACE Insert, like new $300 410-598-1161
2 SAFETY GLASS Game/Meal Tables, ea 42” square, plus 6 fabric chairs. $100 Ocean View 717-521-7955
SWIVEL OFFICE CHAIR 5 wheels w/arms, $15 Ocean View 717-521-7955
BEIGE WING BACK Arm Chair. excellent cond. $20 Ocean View 717-521-7955
2 ASHLEY GLASS TOP End Tables. $800 302-663-9326
OUTDOOR FURNITURE. 2 Chairs with cushions & foot stools with matching glass top coffee table. $400 302-663-9326
LEATHER RECLINER with Ottoman. Recliner; 32”w x 37”h. Ottoman: 21” x 17” x 16”h. Circular wood base. $140 302-537-5148
FORMAL DINING ROOM SET. 6 chairs, Oval table, Glass china cabinet. Pecan Color. $600cash 302-947-1863
5 PINE CHAIRS for Kitchen/Dining $10 each South Bethany 305-942-6405 USED FURNITURE Good condition in Ocean View. Call for more info. 301-816-0503
RECLINING COUCH AND CHAIR Mocha color, no stains or rips, non smoking, no petss house. Manual reclining all working great. No issues. Located in Bethany West. . 412-759-9353
ROLL AWAY BED TWIN SIZE Never Used. With Storage Cover. $125. 302-539-4367
2 WICKER BAR STOOLS $20. 302-743-1903
BEAUTIFUL GRAY upholstered queen headboard. Tufted buttons, silver nail heads surround headboard; + 2 matching lamps with silver base, gray shades. $150 takes all. 302-541-0675
STUDENT DESK & SWIVEL CHAIR for computer. Like New. Ideal for small space. $50 for both. 302-436-4448
SOLID CHERRY DINING Cabinet, Penn House. 2 pcs, top and bottom. Perfect Condition. $175. 516-521-4289
4 MIRRORS 2 Fancy shell. $25 - $150. Call for more info. 302-616-1267
GREEN WORKS 2000
PSI1.2gpm Pressure Washer. Like New $199 302-436-9133
HUSQVARNA LEAF BLOWER
Model 225 HBV w/owners manual. Sold as is. $35 OBO. Please call 302-855-0631 Leave message and phone number
18X36 CRAFTSMAN lawn roller $150 410-299-1581
JOHN DEERE Tractor/Lawnmower. 36” cut, 19 horsepower. Like New. $900 rm 302-396-5450
WORX TURBINE Leaf Blower with 40 volt battery and charger. $55 302-278-1441
CRAFTSMAN 30” bow saw
$25. (2) 20 in. bow saws $15 each 302-537-7348
WATER HOSES 3 Sets $5 each 757-810-8782
GARDEN GROOM 3 in 1
Hedge Trimmer, $50 OBO 609-247-3649
55 GALLON BARRELS Metal or plastic with or without lids. For burning, storage, oating docks, rain barrel, live bait, ush tank, planters/pots etc $40 302-542-9500
“BILLYGOAT” LAWN VACUUM Excellent Condition $100 text 302-745-4122
NEW PATIO HEATER Bronze, with LED Table. $75 Firm 302-732-3637
BETHANY BEACH AREA
Mature Single Professional (travelling Nurses welcomed) needed to share 2BD/2.5BA Townhome. Fully furnished, washer/dryer, pool. Approx 10min from the Beach. No Pets, good credit, 1st, last, deposit, and lease required. $925 mo + util. Text or leave msg 678-249-5312
DENTAL INSURANCE
from Physicians Mutual Insurance Company. Coverage for 350 plus procedures. Real dental insurance - NOT just a discount plan. Do not wait! Call now! Get your FREE Dental Information Kit with all the details! 1-855-337-5228
www.dental50plus.com/MDDC #6258 5X4 HANDMADE QUILT
Large $70 443-373-1550
4 WOOD STACKING SNACK
TRAYS 23” W $12 Ocean View 717-521-7955
POKER CHIP & CARD
HOLDER Swivels $40
443-373-1550
SHEEPSKIN RUG $50
443-373-1550
Zion Church Road: 2BR/1BA mobile home in Frankford. $1,400 per month + utilities
Waterside Apartments: 2BR/2BA 2nd floor apartment 1 mile from the beach in Frankford. $1,650 per month + utilities.
Cedar Bay: 2BR/2BA unfurnished condo in Ocean View. 55+ community. $1,800 per month + utilities.
Plantation Lakes: 3BR/3BA townhome in Millsboro. $1,950 per month + utilities. Pets considered.
Keenwick Sound: 3BR/2BA single family home with 2 car garage. $2,000 per month + utilities.
Sea Edge: 3BR/2.5BA unfurnished townhome in Millville with garage. $2,100 per month + utilities + 2% rental tax.
Bayville Shores: 3BR/3.5BA townhome in Selbyville with 2 car garage. $2,100 per month + utilities.
All units are N/S, N/P unless otherwise noted. Credit application and security deposit required.
Millville by the Sea: 3BR/2.5BA unfurnished 2 storay townhome. $2,100 per month + utilities and 2% rental tax
Denton Mills: 2BR/2BA + loft, single family home in Millville. $2,350 per month + 2% rental tax and utilties.
Omar Road: 4BR/4.5BA single family home. $2,500 per month + utilities.
Bayside at Bethany Lakes: Furnished 4 BR/3.5BA townhome with 2 car garage in Ocean View. Can be unfurnished with 2 year lease. $2,700 per month + utilities. Pets considered.
Parkside: 4BR/2.5BA, 2 story, furnished or unfurnished home with garage in Millville. $2,800 per month + utilities + 2 % rental tax. Avail. after 10/1/24.
Millville by the Sea: 5BR/3.5BA, fully furnished home with garage. $2,850 per month + utilities + 2% rental tax.
UNIQUE GOLD SUNBURST
pattern 5x8 area rug. India
House, pictures available $75 610-952-6306
FLOOR PNEUMATIC Nailer. Used once $70 302-381-5408
CRAFTSMAN ROUTER 1 1/2
HP Never used $60
302-381-5408
RIKON 10x18 mini lathe Model 70-105 Brand Newbox never opened. $125 302-381-5408
4-DIGIT DELAWARE
LIVE/ACTIVE trailer tags. Good dates. T5083, T7394 “7/3/94” T8697 “08/06/97” T9685 “09/06/85” $680 302-542-9500
MODEL TOY “TANKER”
TRUCKS Nice Christmas gifts. $10.00 each 302-537-4390
WERNER 20FT EXTENSION
LADDER D1520-2 extra heavy duty $150 OBO. 302-564-7564
BRAND NEW Indoor/ Outdoor 9x12 rug. Navy blue with white sh. Bought it for $250. Didn’t t, can’t return it. Selling for $200. 610-761-2038
BRAND NEW HANDMADE
5x7 Turkish Rug. Still in original packaging. Purchashed in Kusadasi, Turkey. Rug sells there for at least 6k during busy Summer tourist season. We were there in Oct (end of season) and paid $1400. Willing to accept reasonable offer. CASH ONLY please. 973-722-5367
WOOD LECTURN used once $50 302-381-5408
4 WOOD STACKING SNACK Trays, 23” width $20 Ocean View 717-521-7955
FUJIFILM UNDERWATER
Digital Camera with batteries & accessories $70. 302-743-1903
ARTTRICKS CALIGRAPHY Set $10. 302-743-1903
1 HP DRILL PRESS, 13” Plainer, a Jigsaw, and a Wood Lathe. Best Offer. Call 302-541-8259
FREE TO GOOD
HOME/GROUP. A large (8+ feet) arti cial Christmas tree with stand and storage containers. It is not pre-lit, but comes with hundreds of lights. 703-403-1639
KEURIG COFFEE MAKER
excellent cond. $20 Ocean View 717-521-7955
FRIGIDAIRE ENERGY STAR
Dehumidi er, removes 50pints/day. Excellent cond. $50 Selbyville 717-521-7955
KITCHEN AID MIXER/BOWL excellent cond. $75 Ocean View 717-521-7955
20” UPRIGHT ELECTRIC FAN $8 Ocean View 717-521-7955
TABLECLOTH Ivory, 60x84
Oval. New in package. $8 302-537-7348
MY BACKYARD QUAIL EGGS 302-249-8493
LADIES CLOTHES and Accessories. New to
Vintage. Excellent condition. Various sizes. Lots of Jackets. Fifty pieces. $3-$20. 302-829-8400
UGG BOOTS
Size 8M Good Shape $25.
302-436-9005
Aluminum Ladders. 16ft. $35.
302-542-9500
IRON FISH SHAPED WINE
RACK Holds 20 Bottles of Wine $60. 302-743-1903
METAL FRAME RESTAURANT Dining Chairs with extra thick cushions. $10 each. 410-608-7505
LOST AND FOUND!
Pair of prescription Glasses washed up weekend of June 15,16 on South Side Indian River Inlet Beach. Call 302-239-5466 (no text) Leave message.
CRAFTSMAN TABLE SAW
Router & Router Table $250 OBO. 302-541-8008
CONAIR ELECTRIC DIGITAL Scale. $8 Ocean View 717-521-7955
RAZOR E300 ELECTRIC SCOOTER w/charger. As is $20 717-682-0218
3 PACKS OF MENS JOCKEY
Underwear. Essential t size large 4 per pack Mid rise briefs. Black, white, navy. Brand new, unopened. $15 each 302-537-7074
TWIN 100FT TANKS with manifold $500. 302-854-9498
POWERBACK 5250 WATTS GENERATOR excellent condition. $200 302-745-4122
LAFAN 8500 GENERATOR excellent condition. . 516-967-6435
MENS DUI DRY SUIT Large with weight belt. $500. 302-854-9498
JAGERMEISTER 2 CUBIC FOOT Bar Fridge $50 OBO 302-668-8752
6’ ALUMINUM LADDER $10 Ocean View 717-521-7955
LARGE ARTIFICIAL FERN Bush in wicker basket approx 5’H X 5”W $30 Ocean View 717-521-7955
DIVE TANKS 6 aluminum. $50 each. 302-854-9498
HOOVER FLOOR MATE never used, still in box, hard oor cleaner cleans multiple hard oor surfaces $100 301-875-7061
SAMSONITE HARD Suitcase 26x20. Rollers & combo lock $60 443-373-1550
TUPPERWARE - VINTAGE & new. Over 100 pieces -Reduced to $35 410-939-7714
SNOWBABY MUSIC BOX new in box, Christmas Miniature Tea Set, new in box. $25 for both. Call or text for pictures: 610-468-4004
LAFAN 8500 GENERATOR excellent Condition. $685 516-967-6435 12 FT WOODEN LADDER $30 410-382-2033
ELECTRIC DRILL Black & Dekker $10 410-310-6633 COMPUTER INK HP61 Black, Brand New. $15 302-436-9005
We Buy Houses for Cash AS IS! No repairs. No fuss. Any condition. Easy three step process: Call, get cash offer and get paid. Get your fair cash offer today by calling Liz Buys Houses: 1-866-541-7929
ELECTRIC CUSHIONED
Back Massager by Homedics $20 410-310-6633
CONN 552 THEATER ELECTRIC Organ. Bench and music incl. Walnut nish, excellent cond. Beautiful sound quality. You must pick up. 302-663-0809
CORNER TV CONSOLE
like new, 73 in high. Perfect and elegant space saving solution. Photos available by sending me an email at: abertaux27@gmail.com
500 410-707-0040
CONTEMPORARY SLEEP
SOFA in Striped fabric, excellent condition, seldom slept on. $400. 410-707-0040
BLACK LEATHER SWIVEL
Chair w/Ottoman. $40, metal and glass corner computer desk $30. Text 301-526-0624
LIKE NEW “BAHAMA” DINING Room table and 6 chairs. 78x44. Glass top with inlaid wood, includes 18” leaf. $250 OBO 571-216-2242
BIG BUTTON amplifying phone. $10 410-310-6633
POWDER BLUE RUG good cond, 65”L x 41”W. $40 Ocean View 717-521-7955
ROUTER, CRAFTSMAN 1HP
1 box cutter, 1 router guide, 1 router table, all for $50 302-732-3637
GET BOOST INFINITE Unlimited talk, text and data for just $25/month. The power of 3 5G networks, one low price. Call today and get the latest iPhone every year on us. 855-977-5719
PREPARE FOR POWER OUTAGES today with a Generac home standby generator. $0 money down + low monthly payment options. Request a free quote. Call now before the next power outage. 855-993-0969
2 RED EARED SLIDERS
Turtles. 80 gallon tank, lters, heat lamp, heater, food & supplies. Many accessories. $350. 302-436-1688
WANT TO SAVE 100S OF CATS LIVES?
Spay or neuter ONE! Call Cats Around Town Society of Ocean View to make a low cost appointment. Rabies and Distemper vaccinations included. 302-355-9979
AKC CERTIFIED rare breed
Shiloh Shepherd puppies for sale from Parsons Shiloh Shepherds. Shiloh Shepherds are the family friendly version of German Shepherds, gentle giants, great with kids and other pets, but large and intimidating appearing. Make perfect family guard dogs. $3500. Locals discount. Email beachmom29@gmail.com for inquiries.
VARIOUS DOG ITEMS (90LB LAB)Heated Water Bowls, Collars/Leashes, Kong Toys, E-Collars, Brushes/Deshedder. Priced To Sell!
302-542-9500
DOG TRAINING COLLAR
Garmin Pro 550 E - Collar. $100 302-245-7149
XL HARD SIDED TRAVEL
Kennel. $30 302-245-7149
FANCY GUPPIES Very unique, bright colors. $2 each. Texts preferred. 302-841-4562
2 KAYAKS JAZZ 2 Paddles
& small wheeling cart. $425 302-539-3048
COBRA GOLF BAG & IRONS LIKE NEW Taylor
Woods & Oddessy Putter. Orig. price new is $5k for set. Asking $500 for all. Lvg msg. 302-988-1204
NORDIC TRAC MECH
ANICAL TREADMILL Like New $50 302-436-4448
LIFE PRESERVERS 4 Adult, 2 Child, 1 Toddler. $40 814-237-1001
20” SCHWINN GIRLS
Bike, Pink, new. 26”$90. Huffy Bike, used $50 814-237-1001
TWO 90” CHILL PADDLE
Boards (new) with paddles $50 each 814-237-1001
CAMMO ATV COVER. New, ts 250 - 450 Four-Wheelers. 83x45in.. $30 302-542-9500
PLACEBO (FLEXLITE) 6’4” Surfboard. Complete with ns, leash, and bag. $225 Call (no texts) for pics. Leave message. 302-239-5466
KAYAK 28LB. 1 hand carry & launch. Orig $2300, selling $600. Refurb. 2020 & used 2x. Cockpit cover, mini-skirt, full skirt, self rescue in atable, PFD, cold weather socks & boots, night light, manual water pump, whistle, text 302-249-5453 for photos.
SCHWINN BOYS BIKE New Condition. $50 302-616-1699
COBRA GOLF CLUB BAG & Irons. Tyler Woods & Oddessy Putter. Orig. New 5k for whole set. Like new $500 for all! Leave Msg. 302-988-1204
BICYCLES Pink Lady, Rare Antique, 20in Asking $35 obo. 10 speed Murray, almost new $50 obo. Shock Top Belgium white cruiser, collectors item. Asking $35 obo. 757-810-8782
PING IRONS- MODEL I230 purchased in March 2024
4,5,6,7,8,9,,pitching wedge. Stiff shafts-steel shafts
Standard length,,,standard grips- very good condition
Price on Second Swing. $800 on average Asking price$675. Email t4n55@msn.com or text me at 570-262-0136 for further details
TREADMILL VERY GOOD cond. Get your exercise in the comfort and safety of your own home. MSRP
$417.00. $100.00 takes it. 302-339-7691
HEALTHRIDER TOTAL BODY
Aerobic Fitness. $45 OBO 410-382-2033
GRAVITY INVERSION Boots
$25 609-247-3649
TEETER INVERSION TABLE
Great Condition! $75 302353-8128 leave message
GIANT AR 740 BICYCLE 12 spd hybrid, good solid Bike. $90 302-339-7691
SQUAT RACK BENCH STATION
1 weight Rack, 3 bars 1” over 800lbs of weights. 1’ holes & Everlast heavy bag. Call for info. 717-649-2199
TREK 20” MEN’S BIKE
Vintage 1990s. Single track Eleven 81. New tires, recent tune-up. $75 Pics available. 302-353-8128 Leave message. .PINK LADY BICYCLE, Rare Antique, 20 in. Asking $35 OBO. 757-810-8782
10 SPEED MURRAY Bicycle, almost new $50 OBO. 757810-8782
SHOCK TOP Belgium White Cruiser, Collectors Item. Asking $35 OBO. 757-810-8782
SNORKEL & MASK SET $10 410-310-6633
HANDYMAN with gas replace repair experience to help me get my replace burning again. Fenwick Area. . 240-478-9905
ALTERATIONS NEEDED on 4 pairs of pants. Call Mike. 302-344-0169
SEEKING UTILITY TRAILER with gate. Black, 6’ x 9’. 302-344-0169
SMALL GROUP OF HUNTERS seeking Hunting or Vacant property for upcoming season and Looking for Farmers Field to Hunt Geese in. Call Chuck at 410-924-6692
1. A deep sea diver is incredibly lucky if he nds a pirate's treasure _____ on the ocean oor
4. All you have to do is insert your bank card and I'll start spitting out dollars. What am I?
6. Go gure: Goes through the coins to nd out how much they add up to (or calls out numbers in order)
7. If something is _____, it costs you nothing
8. Big money game show: For more than 35 years, the host of "Jeopardy" was a man named ____ Trebek
10. The color of a shiny quarter
11. It's what Henry Ford became after selling lots of cars
12. The colored liquid that come out of a pen as a person signs a check
15. Kid care: It's what teens can do to earn cash when the neighbors want to enjoy a
Crossword Puzzle for Kids and Their Favorite Adults
night out without their kids
16. Heads or tails: If you ip this coin and it's heads, you'll be face-to-face with former Pres. Franklin Delano Roosevelt
21. Bird on the back of a buck
22. A penny is worth just one
23. Money that a person pays each month to live in an apartment (It rhymes with 22A)
24. Bye-bye, drive-thru: When a waiter serves you inside a restaurant, you get to ___ rst and pay later
Parents Down
2. Freedom-focused shero: Ms. Tubman, the Underground Railroad operator, long slated to replace Andrew Jackson on the $20 bill
3. In terms of gold, it's where the bars are: Fort ___
4. Solicit a donation (or pose any question)
5. Initials shared by a living
legend of the NBA and the late King of Pop
6. Non-pro t organization that lets donors have a ball while helping others
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11. Shape of any dollar bill
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17. O cial maker of U.S. coins (or wintergreen avor)
18. Inauthentic, like a counterfeit dollar
19. Pedicurist's source of income
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By Jan Buckner Walker
38354 OCEAN VISTA DR #1129, SELBYVILLE JUST LISTED - Luxury direct Bayfront townhome with unobstructed views in the amenity rich community-Bayville Shores. Oversized model, 3300 sq ft, elevator, 3 Bed( 2 primary suites overlooking Bay) 3.5 Bath, screened porch,sundeck, replace, garage, hardwood ooring. Amazing location on the Pointe-on cul de sac very private and Coastal with panoramic views. Asking $924,900 (DESU2076928) Call Chrisy Tingle (c) 302-377-4159
699
33718 FREEPORT DR, LEWES
Fully furnished 3-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom townhome located in the sought-after Coastal Club
JUSTREDUCED OPENHOUSE SUN,2/211-2PM
40026 E SUN DR, #616, FENWICK ISLAND
Perfect Coastal Getaway! Stunning rst level property only
porch with pond views.Conveys fully furnished and Turnkey.
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Call Chrisy Tingle (c) 302-377-4159
OPENHOUSE SAT,2/111-1PM
1605 COASTAL HIGHWAY, FENWICK ISLAND
Oceanside Listing in the town of Fenwick Island. Great home for large families and only steps to the Beach! 3500 sq ft, 5 Bed, 3.5 bath Coastal home with an open concept oor plan, completely fenced in, enjoy sunsets, numerous decks and patios, outdoor shower, multiple living roomsplenty of room to spread out! Walk to beach!Fully furnished turnkey Delaware Beach Dream Home! Asking $1,799,900 (DESU2072168) Call Chrisy Tingle (c) 302-377-4159
making this the perfect blend of comfort and convenience.
$599,900 (DESU2075584)
Call Dianne Cohen (c) 703-201-9443
5 miles from The Beaches. Set an appointment to see this in person. Comes with a Golf Cart! $600,000 (DESU2064340) Call Danny Taglienti (c) 410-430-2721
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