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Millsboro tables talks on voting districts until summer By Susan Canfora Staff Reporter An extended discussion about changing the Millsboro town charter to replace at-large voting with in-district voting — as those in the audience freely called out opinions and accused Mayor Jim Kells of voter repression — ended with council tabling the matter at least until August. Kells said he put it on the agenda for

the Monday, Jan. 2, meeting because, “if you live in a district you should vote for that person who is representing that district.” “I wanted to vote on this once and for all. If we’re going to do something, let’s do it now, and if not, it’s going to be over a year,” Kells said, referring to the time it could take for the Delaware Legislature to approve a charter change. Earlier, Kells, during a conversation with Coastal Point, explained he wants

to keep the population of each district closer to the same size. Currently, District 3 — which includes the heavily populated and growing Plantation Lakes residential community — is the largest of Millsboro’s three voting districts and creates an imbalance and the disparity concerns him. Councilwoman Kimberley Kaan said Millsboro has always allowed anybody to vote for any candidates in any district.

“It is all at-large voting,” she earlier told Coastal Point. In Millsboro, two council members represent each district, and one serves at-large. “You have to live in a certain district to run for council, but as a resident, you can vote for anyone ... I am not opposed to redistricting and figuring out, now that the town has grown, where the new See DISTRICTS page 6

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Study finds school districts should have more discretion By Mike Smith Staff Reporter A recently published statewide Assessment of Delaware Public Schools Funding released Dec. 12, which included candid, anonymous input from all school districts, suggests local school districts should have more discretion as to how they spend state of Delaware Department of Education (DDOE) monies. The Indian River School District also weighed in on the outside audit assessment and agrees that providing flexibility to local boards of education is key. “This assessment was an independent study by AIR and included interviews with district and charter leaders to inform the recommendations,” said DDOE public information officer Alison May. “The changes recommended are outside DDOE’s jurisdiction and will require legislative action. These (actions reside) with the chairs of the House and Senate education committees.” The study by the American Institutes for Research (AIR) was a part of the recent education funding litigation settlement, with the NAACP, requiring an independent evaluation of the state’s education funding system. The goal of

the study was to analyze current education funding policies and make recommendations for improvements, with a focus on equity for all students. The weighted opportunity funding program provides direct, classroombased support for low-income students and English Language Learners. By Fiscal Year 2025, funding for the Opportunity Fund program would more than double to $60 million annually here. The Delaware NAACP and a group called Delawareans for Educational Opportunity filed suit and stated that the state is not meeting its Constitutional requirement to provide adequate education, specifically for low-income student and English Language Learners. “We have known change is needed, but we didn’t want to move forward blindly. We needed an independent deep dive into what is working elsewhere, what our own strengths and needs are and ideas we can consider as a state to move forward,” said Secretary Mark A. Holodick. “We have an opportunity to build upon the numerous initiatives and investments of the current administration, most notably Opportunity Funding, increased early childhood spending, mental health support and significant compensation increases.” “Everything they are saying here is

true but a little bit overstated,” noted Dr. Donald Hattier, who chairs the finance committee for the IRSD. “It’s like the old line, ‘We are from the government, and we are here to help.’ But why are they taking money back every year instead of giving us control and spending the money where we need to,” asked Hattier. “We have to spend the education money the way they want the money spent out of Dover,” said Hattier. “Most of the Education folks in Dover got these (political) positions because they pay well, and they have lost sight of what goes on at the ground level.” “The reason we are behind, in terms of outcomes, is because of the lockdown and keeping the kids out of the schools. That has been glossed over,” said Hattier. “To say Delaware is running behind on fourth-grade performance, if you want to look at other states, you will see they are all way down in performance.” “If there is so much disparity, why is the Governor asking for his (school budget) give-back every year. We are facing $1.8 million in give-backs, then he gives it back to us in opportunity grants and we have to spend it the governor’s way,” said Hattier. “We are a larger district so we have more funds from the state and why not let us spend it our way. We can spend it

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better than the way the government or administration at DDOE tells us how to do it.” “Why not let us keep the giveback and put it where it belongs?” he wondered.

Teachers are overworked “The workloads are no longer commensurate with the work day,” said Hattier. “Every teacher I know of is doing paperwork or catch-up work at school. They have no way to catch up without giving personal time.” “Language pathologists who are working with kids may have 60 kids in their classroom and we find many of them are leaving these positions. They can make more money working in a hospital or health facility.” “We are not able to work proactively because we just don’t have the resources to do it,” he added. “The Governor needs the school district to regroup and really look at this budget as a business. If you were a business, you might shut the line down for a little bit and revamp and then come out stronger.” “You have to sometimes decide if these resources can be re-set,” he noted about running a business versus an eduSee STUDY page 7

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TOTAL SELL OFF Frankford to hold rezoning hearing 2023 INVENTORY By Kerin Magill Staff Reporter

Frankford’s Town Council voted 3-0 at its first meeting of 2024 to hold a public hearing on a rezoning request that had been tabled last month. The request from Dean Esham to rezone approximately 3 acres on Reed Street had been tabled in December because one member, Jimmy Sample, was absent and Council Treasurer John Wright would have recused himself because he is also a member of the Planning and Zoning Commission that had voted to deny Esham’s application. At the Tuesday, Jan. 2, Council meeting, members Sample, Pam Davis and Skip Ash voted to set a public hearing on Esham’s request to rezone the property from residential to neighborhood business. He wants to put a boat and recreational vehicle storage business on the property. Council President Greg Welch did not vote on the matter. There was a moment, after Ash made the motion to set the hearing, that it was unclear whether his motion would be seconded and the motion would die, but Sample eventually seconded Ash’s motion. The hearing on Esham’s rezoning

application will be held at 6 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 5. The Planning and Zoning Commission had voted in October to deny the application after Reed Street resident Jerry Smith presented a petition from 14 residents opposing the application. Esham, who was present at December and January meetings, said at this week’s Council meeting that he wished to have a hearing “to see who the opposition is, if there is any, and to at least give me a chance to present my case to the council.” He said he will show at the hearing what his plans are for the property. The area he is requesting to rezone, he said, is designated in the town’s Comprehensive Land Use Plan as “town center” and is currently a mixture of residential and neighborhood business zoning. In other business, Police Chief Kevin Smith announced that his department has been approved for two state grants. The grants, about $3,200 each, are from State Aid to Local Law Enforcement and the Emergency Illegal Drug Enforcement funds. Smith said the SALLE money will be used to upgrade computers in the department’s vehicles. “The ones we have are pretty antiquated,” he said.

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The EIDE funds will be used, Smith said, to target illegal drug activity in specific areas of town where such activity is a problem. The grants represent the first the department has received since being reactivated after several years’ dormancy. Delaware requires police departments to be in service for three years before they are eligible for grants. Smith said he is in the process of finalizing a benefits package in advance of advertising for a full-time officer to replace Cpl. Beth Bruette, who resigned late last year. The town is also looking to replace its maintenance employee, Gary Derrickson, who has resigned. Welch praised Derrickson’s work. “He’s a great guy,” Welch said, adding that he had been offered “a better position” elsewhere. Derrickson had been working for the town since October. Frankford’s annual Town Council election is scheduled for Saturday, Feb. 3 from 1 to 4 p.m. Three of the five council positions are up for grabs this year — the ones currently occupied by Pam Davis, Skip Ash and Jimmy Samples. Applications to file as a candidate must be filed at Town Hall, 9 Main St., by Wednesday, Jan. 24 at 4:30 p.m.

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Ava Wilsey gets to enjoy some time with her parents, Julie and Tim Lyons, after an Air Force lacrosse game.

By Mike Smith Staff Reporter Ava Wilsey chose the U.S. Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs for her service academy and college experience, following graduation with honors from Worcester Prep in Berlin, Md., and she really has never looked back. The “4 degrees,” or her fellow freshmen, are engaged in boot camp physical training, and they test their mental and emotional skills on the way to becoming Cadets. The first year is certainly not easy in preparing for Basic Cadet Training. Wilsey chose the Air Force Academy over the U.S. Naval Academy in Annapolis and the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy in Kingsport, N.Y. She was recommended for all three service academies. Wilsey said she hopes to choose a career in intelligence and she felt the Air Force Academy courses and professors

aligned a little better with her longterm goals. Coastal Point caught up with Ava while she was on Christmas break with her family in Selbyville. “I have been eating lots of great food,” she said. “We have had some family traditions here at home and during my Thanksgiving break, we set up our big tree.”

First year of Academy life According to Wilsey, the entire Cadet Wing is divided into 40 squadrons. “We have dorms, including Vandenburg and Sijan halls, and I am in that latter one,” said Wilsey. “I have one roommate and I got really lucky because the other girls in my squad got stuck into three-man dorm rooms.” “I love my roommate so much,” she said. “We have gotten really close in the past month. It was stressful in the beginning because of the tough academics and the military pressures we had. But once we got into a good routine, we became close friends. Her name is Haley.” “It is beautiful in Colorado Springs,” said Wilsey. “Coming from a small coastal town like Selbyville, it is a nice See WILSEY page 5

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Wilsey Continued from page 4 breath of fresh air in the mountains. It is an up-and-coming city, and a very modern area. We have great places to eat and shop in town. People are very laid back in Colorado.” She has only had two passes to leave the base or local town. “I went to Breckenridge and just hung out and I traveled to Denver.” Wilsey was a competitive high school athlete locally and decided to join the lacrosse club team at the Air Force Academy, continuing her sport as a freshman. “I play for the women’s club team. We don’t have a competitive Division-1 team. I am not sure we are going to start one.” “But we have the best team I have ever played with and been a part of,” said Wilsey of the lacrosse club. “We are all like-minded, motivated and hardworking — we are close as players. “It is so important in academy life, especially at USAF Academy, to have communities you are part of,” Wilsey continued. “It can open so many more doors for you that lead to other friendship groups. Playing club sports can lead to so many other things and is a great outlet for me. “Outside of squad stuff, I knew I wanted to continue my lacrosse career.”

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Districts Continued from page 1 boundaries should be, but I have a problem with district-only voting,” she said, explaining her concern is the majority of the council can take action on any issue and “impact our lives significantly — our property tax, our utility rate, my quality of life” “For most things, we need a vote of four members of council to make a decision, so it upsets me, the prospect that, in the best-case scenario, I would only ever have a say in three of them, when four of them can really impact my life,” Kaan said. She was referring to the fact that, with district-only voting, as a resident she would only be allowed to vote in the election of the two council members in their own district, plus the at-large candidate, for a total of three. At this week’s meeting, Councilman Robert Bryan agreed with Kells, saying he wanted “to put the matter to bed” and moved to pass it. Kells read proposed wording for a town charter change, distributed to council members in September, stating each resident would vote for one candidate who represents the district where that resident lives, plus one at-large candidate when an at-large candidate is on the ballot, but Councilman Marty Presley said he never saw that proposed wording.

Coastal Point He said it was too early to consider wording because town charter changes are “extremely serious and so serious that the legislature doesn’t entrust municipalities to do it on their own.” “It has to be approved before it can go into force,” Presley said, calling for council to form a committee and have open hearings or create a charter committee, also with open hearings. “We had better do our homework,” he said, warning that the town could be sued if the change isn’t properly made. “We better be able to show due diligence. If we get sued, we won’t have a leg to stand on,” he said. Kells said he wasn’t urged or influenced by anyone to put the matter on the agenda this week, but was paying attention to what town residents say they want. Presley said neither in-district nor at-large voting is wrong “but we haven’t taken the time to investigate this and look into it seriously. We just want to rush ahead with it.” “You waited to force it through, to get it on the legislative agenda,” he told Kells but the mayor said the matter has been discussed by council for the past three months and Presley had the right to vote in opposition. Presley suggested “putting a complete package together that we can defend and justify and give the legislature because it doesn’t make sense to rush it. To me it’s more important to get it right than to get it quick,” he said.

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Kaan said she is a child of immigrants and “voting is in my family was not always a right extended to everybody and it is so paramount to me.” “To change our system now where I had the opportunity to vote for all seven people that are sitting up here at this dais and in mid-stream while we’re doing this whole redistricting exploration … Let’s look at redistricting. Back in September, you put this in-district voting on the agenda only when you, ironically, are the district representative for that district and it was out of this district voting that the redistricting came up. “And you’re asking people to go from voting for all seven council members to only voting for three with a turn of the switch … I have talked to a lot of people about this … I have prayed about this and to do it now in this manner and rushing it when we haven’t even heard from the vendor (an expert hired by council who will recommend how to determine the size and boundaries of voting districts). “It is crazy. Are we going to change it for this election in June and then have to go back and do it again? Are going to go back to the legislature and say, ‘We promise Millsboro isn’t full of idiots’? We take charter changes seriously. Are we going to go back to the legislators? This is crazy. I can’t even believe we are having this conversation … You aren’t looking at the whole picture … I’m not saying you need a body guard but I think you can read the room,” Kaan said. “I’m listening,” Kells said. A man in the audience called out saying council should have an open hearing and listen to residents’ opinions without limiting public comments to two minutes for each person for no longer than a total of 20 minutes of total comments, as is council policy. After Bryan moved to pass in-district voting, and Councilman Ron

O’Neal seconded the motion, Councilman Matt Davis said he was surprised “we had such a quick agenda item followed by an immediate motion and an immediate second.” “Mr. Mayor, call the question. Call for the vote,” O’Neal said, as members of the audience called out, “Table it. Table it right now. Table it.” “Can we be clear what we are voting on?” Presley asked. “We shouldn’t preclude what we have or at-large voting or some variation of the two. Do the homework of what is best for Millsboro and take the time to do it,” Presley said. Kells said he wanted the matter resolved so it didn’t continue to be discussed with no immediate resolution. “So what?” someone called from the audience. “This thing will change how we vote. If this in-district only voting goes in, it will alter how we vote … I want to know what is the risk of waiting on this,” Kaan asked and Kells said the risk is “it will be perpetuated for a long time.” “The risk of waiting is, we are coming up to voting in June,” the mayor said as more residents, from the audience, said, “One more year is not going to hurt” and “This whole issue is voter repression, yes, it is.” “Voter repression,” another echoed. “The way you’re acting like a communist dictator,” a woman in the audience told Kells, who replied, “Oh, come on.” “It’s un-American,” someone else said. “We have discussed this every month,” O’Neal said. Kells suggested tabling the matter until next month but Presley said it should be tabled “until we get the information we need to go forward.” “If this passes, I would be worried See DISTRICTS page 7

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Millsboro police nearing move into new home By Susan Canfora Staff Reporter Millsboro Police will soon move into the new, $9.3 million, 13,000 square-foot station on West Railroad Avenue, Chief Brian Calloway told the town council at the Tuesday, Jan.

Study Continued from page 2 cational school district. “The product line may be a 12-year product line to graduate a student with the IRSD. We may need to look at workloads and budget allocations. If you had enough people, we could do a better job.” “We have used a workload calculator and we had all of our SLP’s and they were working six to eight hours per week extra just to keep up. It’s an instrument we used from the American Speech Language and Hearing and Association,” said Hattier who kept the calculations as evidence. “The State Education department is getting a free ride from some of our teachers and you could say the same for counselors.”

Keep the money local “The schools all need the freedom to act,” said Hattier. “We are struggling as a result. We are doing a decent job and we have kids who are thriving in college.” “But do we need to do standardized tests for every kid? Some students need to go into a program that is more suited

Districts Continued from page 6 about people with torches,” Kaan said, prompting O’Neal to say, “That comes across as a threat,” and Kaan disagreeing. “I’m sorry if you took it that way,” she said. Bryan withdrew the motion but

3, town council meeting. A ribbon-cutting and three open houses are being planned. One open house will be private, for elected officials, and two more will be for the public, one on a weekday and one on a weekend “to really see how this police station has come into

fruition,” the chief said. Work on the building is continuing, with the parking lot being partially finished and indoors, heat being installed and most of the interior being painted. At his request, council approved several change orders for the new po-

lice station, including about $2,000 for a dome cutout for drainage on the back of the building to prevent flooding near the sally port; $1,671 for a cap for the secured evidence fence inside the sallyport; $3,659 for durable

to their career goals. We can do an even better job with both college and career training and perhaps focus on jobs.” “Sussex Tech had to be forced to go back to its original mission of Vo-Tech. It was not originally intended to be a college preparatory course. The school board for tech is appointed and our school board is elected so we have more accountability,” he noted. “But we need trades here and we need that kind of training.” “Another area for upgrade is our special ed teachers, we have to let the local school boards help and handle what they are doing in the classroom,” said Hattier. “Howard T. Ennis is one of our jewels. We could teach the state a few things (after building the new facility for special needs students) and it’s really, technically its own building. But we have really good people there who care about our kids,” said Hattier. “Susan Bunting was trying to do the right thing for us locally, when she served as Secretary of Education, and she was a common-sense educator. But the DDOE and the secretary role is a political job.” “Susan is an educator par excellence. She was always working toward giving the teachers and administration more

power,” said Hattier. “During my tenure as superintendent of Indian River School District, I watched as our English learner population continued to grow and our schools were challenged to meet those increasing needs with no additional state support,” said Susan Bunting, who was Secretary of the Delaware Department of Education for five years until 2021. She was the superintendent of IRSD for 11 years through 2017 before accepting the state cabinet position in education. “This funding is significant, not just because of the ($60 million) dollar amount but because of the lives it will change, the children who will receive the supports they need so they can succeed. This is changing their lives and their families’ lives, and ultimately the future of our communities and state,” said Bunting. Opportunity Funding was made permanent last year through the state

budget. “My top priority has remained the same. We need to make sure that Delaware’s most disadvantaged students are getting the education they need and deserve. This legislation will help us live up to that promise,” said Governor Carney. “Our Opportunity Funding program is already providing direct, classroom-based support for low-income students and children who are still learning English. Senate Bill 56 will expand those efforts.” “We’ll also look closely at how schools are using this new funding, and make sure we know what’s getting results for Delaware students — and what’s not.” The DDOE requires equitable opportunities for all students: its stated goal is to “support high-quality educational opportunities for all students that reduce disproportionate student outcomes by race, ethnicity, socioeconomic conditions, and residence.”

O’Neal at first refused to withdraw his second. Then, after discussion with the town solicitor about the town charter, which states Roberts Rules of Order do not have to be strictly followed, O’Neal withdrew the second. Presley moved to table any further discussion at least until August and the motion passed and the audience applauded.

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Continued from page 7 tiled carpet for the squad room to prevent echoing; $5,353 for an aluminum, 25-foot, painted handrail for the ramp on the side of the training room; $5,320 for the Advantech contract, separate from the contract with the contractor, Delmarva Veteran Builders, for wiring and key fob for security for the door in the lobby; Advantech contract items including cameras and work stations not in the original plan; $690 to change one keypad; and $30,000 for the Advantech contract to install a bi-directional amplifier so radios to work inside the building All change orders were approved by council for a total of $13,559 for the Delmarva Veteran Builders contract and $64,525 for Advantech.

Millsboro Police Chief Brian Calloway, while presenting his monthly report to the town council, announced Ivania Perez-Martinez has been hired as the new victim services advocate and will be introduced to council at the February meeting. She is currently out of the country and in training, he said. Calloway said several families benefitted from the annual Whiskers for Wishes campaign, which raised $5,974 and assisted five families in need at Christmas. Calloway announced Sgt. Jonathan Zubrowski attended public information officer training at the Dover Police Department Dec. 4 to 8. Officers Cody Justice and Cody Jackson and Cpl. Dallas Millner attended field officer training hosted by Delaware State Police Dec. 5 and 6. Millsboro

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“We have amazing professors who are world class so it’s harder academically but they are well taught classes,” she continued. “You can get some EI or extra instruction. If you have a free period, you can go to a center and get help. There are helping resources to make sure kids don’t struggle that much academically. “What I think is really cool, is that our faculty is a mix of civilian and officer and enlisted instructors,” she

Continued from page 5 and it’s attached to the library. When freshmen have free time, we stay closer to classes in the library and don’t really leave.” “We must greet people, including our superiors, and do facing movements. So, it’s easier to just stay in the library.”

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police Department, fire department, paramedics and Sussex County EMS participated in active shooter training on Dec. 11 at Millsboro Middle School. “It was a great event. Sgt. Evans Rogers put that together. It worked out really nice,” the chief said.

Request for review A resident of Plantation Lakes, speaking during the Public Comments portion of the council meeting, said she was told no parking signs were erected to be sure emergency vehicles have enough room on the streets but she has noticed the streets are equally wide throughout the community. Only some streets have parking restrictions, she said. Some residents have very short driveways. When they park their cars in the driveways, the vehicles extend noted. “So, you can have a professor who taught earlier at a civilian college. Or you are taught by a professor who learned at the academy and now is teaching physics at the academy. They understand what we are trying to do and can offer help.” “We also hear from them about funny stories that happened to them in the academy,” she said of the officers and enlisted teachers. “They foster a productive work environment.” “It is an academic core program of STEM-based learning,” said Wilsey, of her academy courses. “Every cadet gets a Bachelor of Science degree here. If your major is in Astrophysics or you major in English, you are still going to be getting a BS.” The social life in first-year academy living may be different than the state college or private university experience. “We are freshmen and we are considered ‘unrecognized.’ We will have our recognition in March and then they will condense basic training and put it on steroids. After that, we are allowed to have civilian clothes and go off base a little more. We have to be in service dress at all times including off-based. We get two day passes and one overnight pass.” On Sundays, the cadets and the “four degrees” are allowed to leave base for religious reasons. “Social life is non-existent right now,” exclaimed Wilsey.“There is some dating early on here; but really we have to get through our academics and training.”

Choosing a Service Academy “I believe I made the right choice, 100 percent,” said Wilsey of her final selection process among three academies. “I loved my campus visit to the Air Force Academy.” “Once I got my acceptance and that was in spring, last April, I just locked in on the Air Force.”

over the sidewalk, forcing children, the elderly and handicapped to walk in the street. She asked for an after-action review. “Or, you can send an extra ambulance to scoop up the children when they get hit because they can’t walk on the sidewalk. I think it’s a problem,” she said. Mayor Jim Kells thanked her for her comments but council did not reply to her.

Chamber of Commerce report Greater Millsboro Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Anne Angel, while presenting the monthly report to council, said Temple Bat Yam, the Jewish temple in Berlin, has joined the Chamber and will have an event in there in February. Five new members joined the “I had to consider what I wanted to do academically and what I want to do after I commit my five years. The Air Force needs people for intel and that is what is want to do,” she said. “The humanities majors are accepted more at Air Force” than perhaps other military service branches. “I would say the basic for me was tough,” she conceded. “I also had a lot of fun. It seems crazy to think; but I got really close with all of my squad mates really fast. The first few days were really hard; but the first time I was able to laugh, I knew I was going to be OK.” “Basic was very mentally draining. The physical stuff we can all get through and you just have to do it. On the emotional side, I never cried once. But the mental side was tough.” “There is a lot of breaking down to build back up. That part is difficult to get through. But we all came out so much more mature and stronger,” said Wilsey of she and her mates. “We all changed a lot.” “We have shifted our focus from before Basic. Our perspectives change, our outlook changes, we are thinking about service and about others. It taught us to work together.” “A big thing they kept repeating in our cadre of leaders is that we rise as a team and we fall as a team. Every time someone did something good, we were all rewarded. When someone fell short, we all then got punished,” Wilsey said of her squad mates. “So, it makes you more empathetic.” “If I have any advice for seniors here in our area, considering a military academy route, you absolutely should do it. It’s the best decision I ever made in my life. I feel so grateful for the opportunity that I have been given and the opportunity that I took for myself. “Starting out in Basic training is difficult, but the end result is so worth it.”

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Nanticoke members to participate in Skirt walk By Susan Canfora Staff Reporter Members of the Millsboro-area Nanticoke Indian tribe will participate in the Indigenous Women’s Ribbon Skirt Honor Walk on Saturday, Jan. 6, at the Dover Green at First State National Historical Park in Dover. Planned from 2 to 4 p.m., the event, open to the public, will also be attended

Bake Continued from page A61 Chamber in December including Kaisy’s Delights restaurant and Nectar Café & Juice Bar. The Chamber has joined the Delaware Alliance for Non-Profit Advancement, she said. A ribbon-cutting for the Chamber, at its new location on Main Street, will be in February and a membership director has been hired, she said. The 2024 Stars and Stripes Independence Day celebration is being planned for June and a Casino Night will be at the fire department in March.

Hiring incentives approved Council approved a $5,000 sign-on bonus for the Millsboro Police Department. Town Manager Jamie Burk said there will be a Personnel Committee meeting to discuss offering hiring incentives for those hired to work for the town in other departments but he asked council to immediately approve a hiring bonus for new police officers, because more applicants are needed. Police Chief Brian Calloway told council many police departments across the state are also experiencing a lack of applicants. He said new employees would not receive the total amount of the bonus until they complete training at the police academy and field training and that the bonus would be divided into payments, in an effort to retain officers, as well as attract them.

Municipal redistricting vendor OK’d Council agreed to hire a municipal redistricting vendor who will be paid about $5,000 to study census figures and suggest boundaries to redraw voting districts in town, to be sure populations in each district are more equal

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by members of the Lenape and Nanticoke Lenni-Lenape tribes. Skirt Day originated after a Canadian schoolgirl was disciplined and sent home because she wore a traditional ribbon skirt, with colorful ribbons woven into the material, to a formal school event. Ribbon skirts represent womanhood and connect the person who is wearing it to the earth and moon. They are con-

sidered sacred because they are symbols of identity, resilience and survival. “Rather than allow this child and indigenous practice to be shamed, her community came together to support her and native culture by organizing and establishing this observance. Ribbon skirts hold great cultural significance and are typically worn during ceremonies and special events. “They can represent personal iden-

tity, unique diversity and strength. The day is meant to allow all Canadians to recognize, learn about, and celebrate the importance of Indigenous traditions and expressions of culture,” according to information provided by the Nanticoke Indian Association in Millsboro. Refreshments will be served after the Skirt Honor Walk at Wesley United Methodist Church, 209 S. State St., Dover.

than they are currently. Town Manager Jamie Burk said the vendor will offer several options for council’s consideration. But Councilman Marty Presley said $5,000 is expensive and asked if the vendor will also make suggestions to council. Burk said he will. Burk said the consultant has

worked for several municipalities and comes highly recommended. Councilwoman Kimberley Kaan said voting districts “weren’t reworked for a long time” and a formula or mechanism for redrawing them is necessary. She asked if the vendor will “map out how we can do that” and Burk said the vendor will look at the

town’s growth and tie in census figures so when census figures are released every 10 years a rebalancing will be triggered. Presley said Millsboro is growing quickly and that within three years figures will be obsolete, so rebalancing will be needed more often than every 10 years.

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U.S. Wind initiates benefits talk with towns By Mike Smith Staff Reporter US Wind has formally presented to the Delaware Association of Coastal Towns (ACT) a package of community benefits for the good of Delaware’s coastal residents. The ACT communities of Henlopen Acres, Rehoboth Beach, Dewey Beach, Bethany Beach and South Bethany have begun to evaluate the offer and will proceed with discussions through their respective public meeting processes. US Wind, the leading offshore wind developer in Delmarva, controls the

rights to an 80,000-acre lease area located off the coast of Delmarva, which is able to support approximately 2,000 megawatts (MW) of offshore wind energy. The Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) recently issued a Draft Environmental Impact Statement assessing the potential impacts from developing the lease area, and US Wind’s plans to mitigate or avoid those impacts. BOEM is expected to issue a decision to approve or disapprove those plans by Q4 2024. US Wind has two contracted projects — MarWin and Momentum Wind — able to deliver almost 1,100 MW of clean energy, and excess capacity in the

lease area to accommodate a third as yet undefined project. The community benefits package includes a stream of annual payments more than 20 years, worth $2 million to each town. The payments would begin if and when US Wind begins construction on its first project, MarWin. “We expect to deliver clean offshore wind power to the Delmarva region for a long time,” said Jeffrey Grybowski, US Wind CEO. “As a member of this community, we believe it’s important to do what we can to help it thrive. These coastal towns are important to the state of Delaware and beloved by those who

enjoy them. US Wind is committed to contributing to their continued health and resilience.” US Wind’s projects are likely to be among the first wind projects in operation in the mid-Atlantic. The projects are projected to sell carbon-free power into the regional power grid, and this new source of power generation is projected by US Wind to lower regional energy prices and capacity charges by up to $253 million over 20 years. US Wind will also invest more than $200 million in transmission system upgrades, most of which will occur in Sussex County.

UD lifelong learning offered in person and virtually Open houses Jan. 8-11, free online mini-classes Jan. 16-26 The community is being invited to learn all about the University of Delaware’s Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) by attending an open house in Lewes ( Jan. 8), Wilmington ( Jan. 9), Ocean View ( Jan. 10) or Dover ( Jan. 11), and by participating in free online classes Jan. 16-26.

A volunteer-driven learning cooperative for adults ages 50 or older, with more than 2,000 members, UD OLLI holds classes throughout Delaware and online, featuring a variety of learning and social opportunities with no exams or grades.

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

houses will have the opportunity to meet volunteers and fellow OLLI participants, and pick up a course catalog. In-person registration will be available. The open houses take place 10 a.m. to noon — except for the Wilmington event, which is set for 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. — at OLLI’s primary classroom locations: · Lewes — Trinity Faith Education Building, 15516 New Road; · Wilmington — Arsht Hall, 2700 Pennsylvania Ave.; · Ocean View — Ocean View Community Center, 32 West Ave.; · Dover — Wyoming Church, 216 Wyoming Mill Road.

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OLLI’s free “January Explorations” online mini-courses, Jan. 16-26, feature a variety of topics, including the JFK assassination, Emily Dickenson’s poetry, bird nest monitoring, James Bond, solar eclipses, end-of-life care and more. “We are delighted to invite the public to experience examples of the breadth of OLLI’s courses and the excellence of our instructors,” said Karen Asenavage Loptes, UD OLLI director. “Our OLLI members know that learning is just one part of an enriching OLLI experience that also includes social events, extracurricular activities and travel opportunities.” Prior OLLI membership or participation is not required. For more information or to RSVP, https://www.olli.udel.edu/january/.

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With volunteer instructors at the heart of the OLLI program, the expertise from their professional careers, educational backgrounds, avocations and passions provide the source material for the breadth and depth of OLLI’s class offerings. Spring highlights include: • Offered in Lewes, Ocean View and

online, Artificial Intelligence and the News Media is presented by former CNN journalist Ralph Begleiter of Ocean View and explores effects of artificial intelligence on how news is gathered, presented and consumed, and possibly manipulated, and touches on how world affairs could be affected by AI-prompted changes in journalism. • Offered in Lewes and online, Astronomy 101 is led by Jim O’Leary, host of Radio Rehoboth’s weekly “Skywatch at the Beach” and retired senior scientist from the Maryland Science Center in Baltimore. O’Leary discusses black holes, dark matter and the Big Bang, and addresses questions like Earth’s fate as a planet and the likelihood of life on other planets. • Offered in Ocean View, Pacific Island Dance is taught by OLLI volunteer instructor Cezarina Cornejo Alzona of Frankford, who first learned Pacific Island dances at age 5 from her mother and performed with a semiprofessional South Sea Island dance group for many years. The class covers Pacific Island culture and heritage and introduces the dances of Hawaii, Tahiti, New Zealand and the Philippines. • Offered in Dover and online, Tragic Era: The Story of Reconstruction, taught by Daniel Pritchett, longtime history teacher in the Capital School District and Delaware State University, discusses the brief era of Reconstruction and its short-lived efforts to create a biracial democracy after the Civil War. • Offered in Wilmington, The SlowArt Experience is taught by Danielle Battaglia and Carol Griffin. Both Delaware Art Museum senior guides, they lead the class in exploring artworks and artists beyond what may be included on an exhibit label, with the final class held on site at the Delaware Art Museum. Additional local classes include: • Lewes — Investing and Planning; Stained Glass Fundamentals; Chorus; See LEARNING page 12

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Ocean View holding talk on Solomon Bayley By Susan Canfora Staff Reporter Marcos Salaverria, education director for the Lewes Historical Society, will discuss the story of Solomon Bayley, a former Delaware slave, at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 24, at Hall’s Store Visitor and Education Center in Ocean View. The term “enslaved individual” is preferred instead of “slave” because “using the word ‘slave’ talks about a person’s

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value as an object and not as a person,” Salaverria told the Coastal Point during a telephone conversation this week. Bayley, he explained, was enslaved in the late 1700s in Sussex County. Enslaved in Delaware and transported to Virginia, even though there was a law outlawing interstate slave trade — a law that wasn’t strongly enforced — Bayley was told he could not marry the mother of his child. Once in Virginia, he rolled off the back of wagon and lay in tall grass, not

moving, for 24 hours, then made his way north back to Delaware for the mother of his children, as well as his daughter and son. “This is a human-interest piece. We can identify with love for family and the length we are willing to go for those we love. That is the message. This story is a very tough one,” he said. Also noteworthy is that Bayley’s story is one of the earliest published narratives of an enslaved person in Delaware that contains how he successfully escaped

and returned for his family. “In his account, he negotiates the purchase of himself and that of his family. This is one of the only primary sourced documents. It’s a very hard story, but an enlightening one. Also significant is, during his escape, researched by the University of Delaware, he was up near the border between Sussex and Kent counties. There is an area there named Anderson’s Crossroads and it is still there. That is rare because the area still exists today,” Salaverria said.

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Feb. 5 with 13-week, 11-week and fiveweek sessions. A second five-week session starts April 1. To register for OLLI classes, participants sign up for OLLI membership with a flat membership fee of $260 for the semester, which includes unlimited classes and activities at all

UD OLLI locations and online. A few classes may have an additional fee, noted in the course description, for supplies or special partnership programs. There is no cost for parking at UD OLLI locations. Delaware residence or prior OLLI membership is not required, and need-based financial assistance is available. For more information, visit http://www.olli.udel.edu/.

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MLK celebration planned for Jan. 12 The Southern Delaware Alliance for Racial Justice (SDARJ) will present an inspirational musical celebration on Jan. 12, 2024, in honor of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. “MLK: From Civil Rights to Black Lives Matter” will begin at 7 p.m. at Epworth United Methodist Church in Rehoboth Beach. TV personality Paul Williams, chief meteorologist for Coast TV, will emcee the event. The program will feature familiar music of the 1960s and 1970s social struggle, such as “What’s Going On” and “I’ll Take You There,” and rock the crowd with gospel and praise dance. Christy Taylor, a Milton native, jazz musician and educator, will bring her sound to the Epworth stage. The Reminders, a Sussex County-based trio, will share music that explores the harmony of heart and spirit through genres that embrace Americana, gospel, roots, praise and bygone days. Other performers include the Camp Rehoboth Ensemble, the Praise Choir of Friendship Baptist Church of Lewes and Joyful Expressions from Friendship United Methodist Church of Millsboro. The music will be supplemented by an array of segregation-era pictures from the Lewes Historical Society. Tickets cost $25 for those 12 or older and are free for those younger than 12. Proceeds benefit SDARJ programs including scholarships, academic recognition, criminal justice reform, Black Voices Magazine, racial reconciliation workshops and more. To purchase tickets, go to https://bit.ly/mlktickets.

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Our support can help out local businesses Life is quite often about change. We change physically, emotionally, intellectually and mostly every other “lly”you can think of as we grow from infancy to elderly. Music and art changes from one generation to the next, and our general opinions on other human beings often shift as we encounter more life experiences and learn more about what’s most important to us. But it’s more than just our beings that change. Our environment does, as well. And, no, in this context we’re not discussing climate or nature, though they certainly appear to change, too. For this exercise, we’re talking more about our general surroundings when we talk about “environment.” Take a look around you.Things have changed pretty drastically in our little oasis by the sea over the years, and you don’t have to go back very far to see it. Enormous housing developments and more com-

mercial facilities have dotted the landscape consistently, year by year, month by month.The slow days of winter have been replaced by, well... there really aren’t many more slow days of winter now. Yes, the numbers still certainly dip once the summer crunch is over, but it’s not like it used to be. Not even close. What does remain is an incredibly strong small-business community. Business owners have done a stellar job adapting their goods and services to a changing demographic, taking advantage of events that draw people to the area and generally being creative and out-of-thebox when coming up with new ideas to reach customers. And let’s not forget the work of the local Chambers of Commerce when it comes to helping foster a winning business environment. Things are going to keep changing, but we can keep our uniqueness by supporting our local businesses. Shop local in 2024.

Taking a look at the crystal-like ball at 2024 In reality, the dawn of a new year is really just another turning of the page. We do it each and every month, right? The numbers run out on our astonishingly gorgeous Coastal Point calendars (still a few in stock!), we turn to the next aesthetic beauty of a photo for the next month (pick one up at our office!) and we start another cycle at the number “1.” But we do give it more weight than the typical month. This is a new year, and with that comes new resoluDarin J. McCann tions of personal or professional improvement, a shiny new budget that hasn’t been destroyed at work yet and an abundance of optimism still because we haven’t seen enough data yet to accept that 2024 is probably going to be a lot like 2023 — just with new and exhilarating photos in the Coastal Point calendar (get’em while they’re hot!). Instead of putting together resolutions this year, I decided to break out the crystal ball and take a swing at some predictions for 2024. In the interests of full disclosure, we don’t really have a crystal-ball-type budget, so I’m using a synthetic knockoff instead. So, if something proves wrong, blame it on the fauxcrystal ball. It’s certainly not my fault. • Indian River High School will celebrate two state championships for team sports in 2024. I’m following a crack in this generic future-telling ball of mine, and it’s whispering that the baseball team could be a big surprise to a lot of opponents this year. • I predict that I will not gloat about both the Orioles and Ravens winning their respective divisions this year. Part of that is because I’m trying to be more self-restrained in my trash-talk, and part of it is because the Orioles got boat-raced in their playoff appearance, and I’ve watched the Ravens implode enough to not get too cocky. • We will see more farmland bought up for another purpose, but one of these purchases will be to build a solar farm to generate renewable energy, and it will come with less public blowback than the wind proposals. • Our publisher, Susan Lyons, will tell me to stop picking on her in my column, and I will agree. I won’t abide by it, but I will tell her that I fully agree. • A Republican will win a state-wide office seat this fall, and it will become national news.

• Scrapple will finally be determined to be a crime against humanity, and I won’t have to ever look at it or smell it again. The sun will shine a little brighter that day. • We’re going to get smacked with a big winter storm. It’s been a while since we’ve gotten hit with anything of real substance, and it “feels due.” I’m going to predict at least one snowfall of more than 15 inches this winter. • I will hire someone to shovel my driveway when said snow storm hits, or just stay on my couch until Mother Nature inevitably takes care of things. I’m learning my limits — and leaving a warm couch to go shovel in the cold sounds like something that’s beyond my newfound limits. • There will be a major, major drug bust, involving local, state and federal law-enforcement agencies. We’ve been seeing positive results from the Governor’s Task Force, and local police have consistently been making lowand mid-level drug busts, certainly obtaining information along the way. I don’t have inside info on this… it just feels like the good guys are making progress. • I will curse, seethe and feel my pulse rate dance to the Macarena on deadline. This might be a bit of a cheat, if we’re being honest. It happens every week. • The ugliness of national politics will work its way into at least one local election, and the community will suffer from it. I know the theory that all stories are local. I get it. But our local council members and committee members are voting on raises for town employees, zoning on farmland and proposed businesses, and procedural issues on how they change the town codes — not hissy-fitting on national or philosophical differences on social issues. Let it stay local. We need these people focused on “the local.” • I will hear a joke about being bald, from my daughter, and I will ground her. It’s not that I’m self-conscious about it. I’m petty. There’s a difference. • Another one of our local elementary schools will find itself graced with a national Blue Ribbon award this year, following the prestigious recognition afforded Lord Baltimore this past year. It’s greedy. I get it. But I also know our local schools are pretty darned good. • The Coastal Point will celebrate its 20th anniversary in about a month. I do have a little inside info on that one.

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Letters to the Editor Reader responds to previous letter Editor: I am writing in response to the Dec. 22 “Guest Column” by Delaware State Representatives Ramone and Yearick entitled, “Democrats use bully tactics to violate rights.” The authors described the action to lawfully advance Senate Bill 2 to require a permit to purchase a handgun in Delaware as “despotic,” “clandestine,” and carried out by a “despotic regime.” What they failed to discuss was the fact that numerous public hearings were held on permit to purchase legislation the past three

years in the Delaware House and Senate. Many gun advocates testified at those hearings, and changes were made in the legislation to address legitimate concerns of the gun lobby. Public opinion polls consistently show that the majority of Delawareans support common-sense efforts to reduce gun violence, which is now a leading cause of death in children and teens in the state. The cost to administer the permit to purchase is in part to subsidize safety training for those wanting to purchase a handgun. The price pales in comparison to the cost of gun deaths and injuries, which cost Delaware $1.4 billion a year, of which $44 million is paid by taxpayers. The authors contend the legisla-

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Parsons breaks down recent election landslide Editor: The 37th District has a total of 15,904 total voters — 6,164 are Republican, or 38 percent of the total voters, while 5,558 are Democrats, or 35 percent of the total voters. The “Other” 4,182 make up 26 percent of the total voters. With only 3 percent more Republican than Democrat voters, you can see why this was projected to be a close race. To the nationally-backed Democrats, this was a winnable race, and winning the 37th District Special Election, would tip the scales in their favor so much so that the Republican voice would be, to use their own words, “irrelevant.” But was David irrelevant when he fought Goliath? So how close was this race?

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Continued from page 15 Special Election? Well, the best way to predict future events is to look at past events, and as per our 38th RD Vice Chair, Rick, yes, it was an expected turn out.

What was the breakdown? The Republican candidate garnered 1,805 of the total votes, or 63 percent of the total votes cast. The Democrat candidate garnered 1,068, or 37 percent of the total votes cast. Valerie Jones Giltner, the Republican candidate, received 737 more votes than her Democrat opponent, a 26point spread. This is what is called a LANDSLIDE victory (of those 18 percent who voted). And since Republicans only have 3 percent more registered voters than Democrats in this District, this is even a bigger testament to the significance of this very big win for Republican voter turnout!

Where the 37th District Democrats beat the Republicans was in the absentee votes. Out of a total of 277 absentee ballots that were cast, which was about 10 percent of the total votes cast, 192 absentee ballots were cast by Democrats and 85 were cast by Republicans. So 69 percent of the absentee ballots were cast by Democrat voters, and only 31 percent were cast by Republican voters, a 38-point spread in Democrats’ favor. This is interesting when you consider Democrats are in a 3-percent disadvantage in this district.

Where did the Republicans win? Clearly Republican’s go-to method of voting is NOT absentee voting. Republicans cast their votes at the polls. For this Special Election we had 10 days of early voting, and one day of what the Department of Elections calls “machine voting,” otherwise known as voting on the actual election day. Of the total votes cast for this Special Election,

921, or 32 percent, were cast via early voting days (absentee ballots excluded). Ten early voting days only drew 32 percent of the total votes cast vs 58 percent of the votes cast on Election Day (10 percent were absentee votes). Of the total votes cast via Early Voting, 587, or 64 percent, were Republican voters, and 334, or 36 percent, were Democrat voters. So per this Special Election, it is clear that Republicans like to come out to vote and they prefer to vote on Election DAY. Democrats will win in Delaware if voting is determined by absentee voting, and Democrats have learned to do this well. But we have seen the path to a Republican victory, and it is... coming out to vote! Voting matters, and every vote counts. No one can “steal” your vote if... you VOTE! The key for Republicans to win, is to vote. So going forward, the Republican voter should not indulge in the concept, “My vote doesn’t count.” It does count, when you VOTE! So, VOTE, Republicans, VOTE! Michelle Parsons 38th Representative District Chair

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Save our bees … native ones, please! By Susu Fiske Inland Bays Garden Center There is a movement calling for us to save the bees. However, there is much confusion as to which bees need saving. Honeybees have larger populations now than at any other time in history. Our native bees are the ones the movement is calling on us to protect. Honeybees are not native to North America, and only recently in our history have they been used to pollinate our food crops. Odd because many of our native bees have better pollinating habits that make them better than honeybees. For example, the bumble bee uses buzz pollination which means to shake pollen free. Honeybees do not help pollinate as effectively as our native bees as they steal nectar and do not carry pollen between plants. Native bees do most of the pollinating across all our flora and crops. Native bees have co-evolved with our native plants; many are specialists, meaning they pollinate specific plants. The native plants need these specific bees to survive as the native bees need those exact native plants to survive. By planting native gardens,

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Delaware Ag Week promises networking and latest innovations Members of Delaware’s agricultural industry will be attending the annual Delaware Ag Week at the Delaware State Fairgrounds in Harrington on Jan. 8-11, 2024. “Ag Week is the largest venue where Delaware farmers, agribusinesses and subject-matter experts can network and learn about the latest innovations and research that will impact them in the upcoming growing season,” said Delaware Secretary of Agriculture Michael T. Scuse. “Nineteen years ago, the Department of Agriculture, University of Delaware and Delaware State University Cooperative Extension developed Ag Week to help farmers get everything they needed in one spot so we could reduce the time they were away from the farm in the height of planting and harvesting, and it’s now a tradition everyone looks forward to attending.” The four-day event offers sessions featuring agronomy, animal science, beekeeping, fruits and vegetables, woodland management and more. Attendees can earn continuing-education credits for nutrient management, pest management and Certified Crop Advising for Delaware and Maryland. Those looking to attend the event can find the focus of each day, session topics, speakers and locations online at https://sites.udel.edu/delawareagweek. The information delivered is considered crucial to maintaining the success of the agriculture industry, which is the state’s top economic driver, officials noted. According to the 2023 Feeding the Economy Report, agriculture employs 69,000 and provides nearly $10.3 billion in economic activity to Delaware. In addition, the state’s 2,300 family farms had $1.5 billion in direct sales to consumers. According to Ag Week Chairman Cory Whaley with the University of Delaware Cooperative Extension, “Delaware Ag Week is a great time to get continuing education credits, soak up information, and catch up with friends and others in the ag community. Session organizers have done a tremendous job in putting together great programs that will provide relevant and timely information.” While registration is not required for the overall event, specific sessions require pre-registration, as specified online, to ensure adequate preparation for the caterers. The event is organized by the Delaware Department of Agriculture, the University of Delaware Cooperative Extension, and the Delaware State University Cooperative Extension. Those with special needs requiring accommodations are asked to get in touch two weeks before the event, at (302) 8313328.

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Lewes library announces Millenial-friendly programs The Lewes Public Library will expand its offerings for the Millennial age group (born 1980-1996) in the new year, with escape room, yoga and book club programs planned for January. “In speaking with our Millennial patrons, we learned that there is a lack of programs and activities designed specifically for their age group in the area, so we’re working to grow our offerings this year,” said Teen Services Librarian Emily Ellinger. “We also know that it can be especially hard for young professionals and parents to have time to meet new people, and we’re excited that these events will pro-

vide a social outlet for them as well.” On Wednesday evenings at 6:30 p.m. throughout January, the library will host an Escape Room challenge for Millennials. Participants will have 60 minutes to solve the mystery of two disappearances at the Grand Hotel. Using the clues and objects found in two suitcases, they will piece together the codes needed to unlock the final answer to the mystery. (This escape room was made possible by a donation from Clint and Diane Thornberg, former owners of Escape Rehoboth.) On Saturdays, Jan. 6 and Jan. 27, at 10:30 a.m., Grounded Roots Yoga will host sessions called “Align & Design”

for Millennials. Each session is a gentle yin yoga class followed by social time with a creative workshop and coffee bar. On Jan. 6, participants will create vision boards for the new year, and the Jan. 27 session will offer bohemian jewelry-making. All materials will be provided. The Pints & Pages Millennial Book Club will meet at 6:30 on Tuesday, Jan. 23, to discuss “The 4-Hour Workweek” by Timothy Ferriss, while enjoying beverage samplings provided by Dewey Beer Co. The program, made possible by a Sussex County Department of Libraries Anchor Grant, meets on the fourth Tuesday of each month.

Registration is required for all events. Visit the library’s calendar at lewes.lib.de.us to sign up. “As we work to grow our offerings for the Millennial demographic, we are really interested in getting feedback on additional programs and types of activities that might be of interest,” said Ellinger. “We welcome suggestions through our online survey at tinyurl.com/LPLMilPgm. We’d love to hear your ideas so we can continue to help Millennial patrons become more engaged with the library and the community.” For additional information, visit lewes.lib.de.us.

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

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

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

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Gallery One offers January show ‘As You Like It’ Gallery One this week announced its January show, “As You Like It,” open to the public Jan. 3 through Feb. 27. This month, the artists of Gallery One are painting their favorite things. “’As You Like It,’ could be more appropriately titled, ‘As Our Artists Like It,’” organizers said. “And this show offers us insight into their artistic inspirations and what makes them happy.” For artists Lesley McCaskill, Cheryl Wisbrock and Cindy Beyer, it is the local scenery in their own back yards. In “Morning View of the Glade,” an acrylic painting by McCaskill, she reflects, “This view is by my home. I love looking at it at all times of the day. “Evening Stroll,” an acrylic painting by Cindy Beyer, depicts, she said, “a little fellow out for his evening snack. The sun is just setting behind the clouds, which almost makes him disappear. A perfect time to fish!” Artist Cheryl Wisbrock relives summer pleasures to get through the gray of winter in her pastel “Easy Access.” “During these cold winter months, I like to think of warm summer days and green foliage and grasses,” Wisbrock said. Artist Laura Hickman gets through those cold winter days by remembering how good a flavored water-ice tastes on a really hot summer day, in her pastel painting “Fenwick Ice Co.” “This ice company on Route 24 in Fenwick is very popular, and I can vouch for the cold tasty treats!” Vibrant roses and gardens filled with flowers inspire artists Marybeth Paterson and Dale Sheldon. In her oil painting “Roses” Paterson brings a joyous explosion of color to the canvas. “Being at the shore, we all love painting the warm sunny beach days. But I love our times when things slow down here. Still-life paintings depict things that are ‘still’ and do not move. For a plein air painter, it is a great way to slow down and just focus on those ‘Roses.’” Sheldon’s acrylic painting, “Walking Thru Keukenhof Gardens,” is designed to be a delight to the eye. “Imagine walking around a corner and seeing a blue ‘river’ of flowers winding between trees, with tulips planted along the edges. Spectacular!” “On the Cross,” an acrylic painting by artist Mary Bode Byrd reflects her desire to honor her faith. “For a long time, I have wished to

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

Being Heumann — The Coastal Georgetown AAUW Diversity book Club meets at the Lewes Public Library from 10 a.m. to noon. They will discuss Judith Heumann’s and Kristen Joiner’s “Being Heumann: An Unrepentant Memoir of a Disability Rights Activist.” Dine & Donate — Perucci’s in Millville is hosting a Dine & Donate to benefit the Lord Baltimore Women’s Club from 5 to 9 p.m. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the LBWC scholarship fund and its other charitable initiatives. There will also be a 50/50 raffle. Cloud Storage Class — Tom Kinsella will provide a 90-minute overview of iCloud, OneDrive and various other general cloud storage services and how to use them at South Coastal Library at 10 a.m. Attend in person or via Zoom. Free, register at https://southcoastal.lib.de.us or by calling 302-858-5518. Walk-ins accepted if space

January 5 Cash Bingo — The Bishopville Volunteer Fire department Auxiliary will be holding its annual cash Bingo game at the main station. Doors open at 5 p.m. and early-bird games start at 5:30 p.m. Regular games begin at 7 p.m. The cost is $30 in advance, $35 at the door. Regular games are $125. There will also be specials, a jackpot and a 50/50. Food, beverages and special desserts will be available for sale. To reserve and pay for your tickets, call (619) 922-9950.

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

January 8 Chix with Stix — Join Jill at 10 a.m. for South Coastal Library’s next monthly meeting about crocheting, knitting and needleworking. All skill levels welcome. See what others are making and get inspiration in this fun group meeting. Free, register at https://southcoastal.lib.de.us or by calling 302-8585518. Hosted by the South Coastal Library, 43 Kent Avenue, Bethany Beach, DE 19930 Macrame Plant Holder Craft — Join artist Beth Deeley at South Coastal Library at 2 p.m. for a fun introductory class on macramé. Participants will learn the art of macramé and make a plant hanger. Free, all materials provided. Register at https://southcoastal.lib.de.us or by calling 302-8585518. Hosted by the South Coastal Library, 43 Kent Avenue, Bethany Beach, DE 19930 Unitarian Universalists service — The Unitarian Universalists of Southern Delaware will hold an in-person and live-streamed service on Sunday, Jan. 7, at 10 a.m., with the theme of “Religion Is... a Tool?” A discussion will follow the service. UUSD requires that only vaccinated individuals (who are eligible to be vaccinated against COVID) attend inperson services. For more information, go to uussd.org.

allows. Hosted by the South Coastal Library, 43 Kent Avenue, Bethany Beach, DE 19930 PAWS for Reading — Well-trained teams of dogs & owners provide a supportive and fun way for kids to gain confidence in reading aloud at South Coastal Library at 4 p.m.! Children read for 15 minutes and may bring their own book if they wish. Ages 5 and older+. Must call (302) 858-5518 to register. Hosted by the South Coastal Library, 43 Kent Avenue, Bethany Beach, DE 19930 https://southcoastal.lib.de.us.

January 10 Feelings Rock! — Feelings Rock is a music, movement, and more program designed to help children under age 5 and their families work through everyday emotions at South Coastal Library at 10:30 a.m. Free, no registration required, but parents/caregivers must

accompany children. Hosted by the South Coastal Library, 43 Kent Avenue, Bethany Beach, DE 19930 https://southcoastal.lib.de.us True Crime Club — Share your theories, knowledge, and memories of true crime cases with fellow true crime enthusiasts at South Coastal Library at 2 p.m.! At each meeting, the club will explore a particular true crime case. This month, we’ll discuss the case of Theodore Bundy. Recommended read (not required): The Stranger Beside Me by Ann Rule Free, in-person only, for ages 18 and older. Registration is available at https://southcoastal.lib.de.us or by calling 302-858-5518. Walk-ins accepted if space allows. Hosted by the South Coastal Library, 43 Kent Avenue, Bethany Beach, DE 19930

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January 11 NARFE luncheon — NARFE Coastal Sussex County Chapter 1690 will hold its monthly luncheon on Thursday, Jan. 11, at noon at the 1776 Steakhouse in Midway Center, Coastal Highway, Rehoboth Beach, (beside the movie theaters). The deadline for reservations is 5 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 4. The cost of the luncheon is $19 per person, which includes gratuities, and payment is made upon arrival. Email Warren or Janie Fuller at luncheon@narfe-de.org to make a reservation and entree selection. Arrive by 11:30 a.m. to facilitate check-in.

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South Coastal Genealogy Group — This monthly group meeting is for genealogy enthusiasts of all skill levels at South Coastal Library at 10:15 a.m. Learn genealogy resources, tricks, and methods from each other in a welcoming environment while meeting others and conversing about current projects. The meeting is setup as a discussion, however, select genealogy resources are also shown/demonstrated by meeting facilitator. Starting in January of 2024, meetings will be held bi-monthly on select Fridays at 10:15 am (no meetings in Summer). Free, for ages 18+, no registration needed. Hosted by the South Coastal Library, 43 Kent Avenue, Bethany Beach, DE 19930 302-858-5518 https://southcoastal.lib.de.us Gentle Yoga Flow — Join Sarah Schaber, RYT-500 certified yoga instructor, for a free 1-hour Gentle Flow Yoga class at South Coastal Library at 3 p.m. Ideal for beginners, seniors, and anyone looking for a slower flow practice. We will learn breathing techniques, postures, and exercises to promote flexibility and strength, balance, and relaxation. Please bring a yoga mat or towel from home. The instructor also recommends 4-inch-deep foam yoga blocks. If you are unable to get onto the floor easily, do not worry, we will provide chairs. There are options for all! Registration opens at 3 pm on Jan. 5 and is available at https://southcoastal.lib.de.us or by calling 302-858-5518. (Online registration recommended!) Walk-ins only accepted if space allows. Hosted by the South Coastal Library, 43 Kent Avenue, Bethany Beach, DE 19930

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

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

large bodies of water and their surrounding areas. Soft blues and quiet reds accompanied by strong angular shapes mirror the meditative force near any shore. He also draws our attention to the stark contrast of living further inland. Paintings of bold outlines, complex structures, and even characters appear. It is a vivid reminder that life is a journey of ebbs and flows between self and the greater collective. Finally, in the Ventures Gallery will be Phyllis Berger’s solo photography exhibition, “The Lifted Veil.” On display from Jan. 5 to Feb. 4, this show uses enhanced photographic images to create a narrative journey for viewers to explore.The photographs tell a fictional story filled with magic, mysticism, and folklore, which serves as a metaphor for Phyllis’ recovery from life-altering surgery. Berger is a faculty member at the Center for Visual Arts at Johns Hopkins University, where she started the Photography program 26 years ago. Her work has been exhibited in three solo shows at the Evergreen Museum and Library, as well as the Museum of Rochefort en Terre, in Britanny France, the MICA Biennale,The Baltimore Museum of Art, the Banneker Douglas Museum, and resides in many private collections. The public is invited to an opening reception for all three shows on Friday, Jan. 6, from 5-7 p.m.The exhibitions are free and open to everyone during the regular gallery hours of Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday, noon to 4 p.m. The Rehoboth Art League is supported, in part, by a grant from the Delaware Division of the Arts, a state agency, in partnership with the National Endowment for the Arts.The Division promotes Delaware arts events on www.DelawareScene.com. The Rehoboth Art League is a membership-based non-profit arts organization dedicated to teaching, preserving and inspiring the arts in the region. For additional information about this exhibit, the Art League, its classes, memberships, events and exhibitions, please visit the website at RehobothArtLeague.org or call (302) 2278408. You can find us on Facebook and Instagram @RehobothArtLeague.

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Humans and pups participate in the 12th Annual Hair of the Dog 5K Run, 1K Walk on Monday, Jan. 1. Over 150 walkers and 65 running teams participated in this year’s charitable event, hosted by the Quiet Resorts Charitable Foundation.

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

Monday, January 8 Chix with Stix 10—11:00 am Join us at the library for our next meeting about crocheting, knitting and needleworking. All skill levels welcome. Macramé Plant Holder Craft 2—3:00 pm Join artist Beth Deeley for a fun introductory class to macramé.

Tuesday, January 9 Cloud Storage Class 10—11:30 am Learn how to use general cloud storage services in this free class!

PAWS for Reading 4—5:00 pm Children read to a team of well-trained dogs to build confidence & improve their reading skills!

Wednesday, January 10 Feelings Rock! 10:30—11:30 am Feelings Rock is a music, movement, & more program designed to help children under 5 and their families work through everyday emotions!

Did They Do It? True Crime Club 2—4:00 pm Walk through different true crime cases—both solved & unsolved—with Rachel and other true crime enthusiasts. Friday, January 12 South Coastal Genealogy Group 10:15 am—12:00 pm Genealogists of all skill levels are welcome! Learn resources, tricks, & methods from each other in a welcoming environment! Saturday, January 13 LEGO Club 11:00 am—12:15 pm Let your child’s imagination run wild at LEGO Club!

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Calendar Continued from page 26 LEGO Club — Let your child's imagination run wild at LEGO Club at South Coastal Library at 11 a.m.! Each time we meet, we'll focus on a new theme, and LEGOs are provided. Free, for ages 6-10 years. Registration is encouraged and available at https://southcoastal.lib.de.us or by calling 302-858-5518. Walk-ins are accepted if space allows. Parents do not need to register but must accompany their child. Hosted by the South Coastal Library, 43 Kent Avenue, Bethany Beach, DE 19930.

January 13-14 Delmarva Art Expo — The fifth annual Delmarva Art Expo will be held at the Ocean City Convention Center in Ocean City, Md., on Saturday, Jan. 13, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday, Jan. 14, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. This is Ocean City’s juried festival of all art types. For more information, visit http://www.delmarvaartexpo.com. There is a $4 entry fee. Call (443) 235-2926 for more information.

January 16 iPad & Apple Users — iPad, iPhone and other Apple device users of all skill levels are welcome to attend this support group at South Coastal Library at 11 a.m. Users meet to discuss new features, share tips, and ask questions. Attend in person or via Zoom. Registration is required and available at https://southcoastal.lib.de.us or by phone at

302-858-5518. Hosted by the South Coastal Library, Bethany Beach, DE. Step back in Time Book Club — Love historical fiction? This book club is for you! The group meets quarterly on select Tuesdays at South Coastal Library at 2 pm. This month we are discussing Lady Tan's Circle of Women by Lisa See. Free, registration is encouraged and available at https://southcoastal.lib.de.us or by calling 302-858-5518. Walk-ins are accepted if space allows. Hosted by the South Coastal Library, 43 Kent Avenue, Bethany Beach, DE 19930.

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

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January 5, 2024 Dine & Donate for Village Volunteers — The Cottage Café near Bethany Beach will host a Dine & Donate to benefit the South Coastal Village Volunteers on Jan. 17, at lunch and dinner.

January 18 Read-Aloud Delaware — “Building Relationships With Read-Aloud Delaware” will be held at Big Fish Grill Rehoboth from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. The speaker will be Stacy Penaranda, the Sussex County coordinator. One-on-One Genealogy Assistance — Looking to trace your roots? Not sure how to get started? Nancy N. will walk you through getting started with Ancestry.com, and give you personalized genealogy assistance using U.S. database at South Coastal Library at 2 p.m.s. Free, 90-minute session. Register at www.southcoastal.lib.de.us . Hosted by the South Coastal Library, 43 Kent Avenue, Bethany Beach, DE 19930 Communication for Alzheimer’s Caregivers — Join the Alzheimer's Association at South Coastal Library at 2 p.m. for a workshop that teaches caregivers to decode verbal and behavioral communication by someone with dementia. Explore the ways that Alzheimer's and other dementias affect an individual's ability to communicate across different stages. Participants leave with strategies for meaningful connection with people in early, middle and late-stage dementia. Free, register at https://southcoastal.lib.de.us or by calling 302-858-5518. Walk-ins accepted if space allows. Hosted by the South Coastal Library, 43 Kent Avenue, Bethany Beach, DE 19930

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Obituaries Scott Joseph Adams, 39 Scott Joseph Adams, 39, of Millsboro, passed away suddenly at his home on Tuesday, Dec. 19, 2023. He is preceded in death by his grandmother, Catherine V. Bartlett; great-grandmother, Mary E. Hazewski; and his grandfathers, Paul V. McKnight Sr. and Mike Ryan. He is survived by his devoted mother, Teresa Ferrell as well as his four children: Manuel Serano, 22; Patrick Adams, 16: Ava Adams, 10; and Keyton Adams, 7, all of Millsboro. He also leaves behind his sister, Jennefer Marker of Oregon, Grandfather Howard Bartlett of Millsboro, as well as his aunts, his uncles and seven cousins. He will be sorely missed by all those who knew and loved him. He was a sensitive soul who felt his emotions deeply. He had an infectious smile and always tried to be positive and encouraging. He was always eager to help a friend. He was a mischievous prankster as well, loving to put smiles on the faces of others. An avid hockey fan, he played ice, roller and street hockey. Some of his fondest memories were of playing hockey on an ice rink that his mom created in their backyard. His greatest trophies were his children, who he truly loved. Being a father gave him the most

happiness in his life. Friends are asked to gather at the Community Church of Oak Orchard, 32615 Oak Orchard Road, Millsboro for a Memorial Service and Celebration of his life on Jan. 13, 2024. The family will receive visitors at 1 p.m., followed by the service at 2 p.m. In lieu of flowers his family asks that you consider a donation to a trust fund that has been established for his children c/o their grandmother, Teresa Ferrell. Please visit Scott’s Life Memorial Webpage and sign his online guestbook at www.watsonfh.com.

David C. Colella, 77 David C. Colella, 77, of Ocean View, , formerly of Glenn Dale, Md., passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Tuesday, Dec. 12, 2023, at his home. He was born in Washington, D.C. on May 28, 1946, son of the late Guy Colella and the late Josephine (Demma) Colella. He served his community as a police officer with the Washington, D.C. Police Department and retired in 1986. After moving to Delaware in 1990, he became involved with the Ocean View Citizen Auxiliary Police Services (CAPS) and helped start the

security detail at the Ocean View Church of Christ. He enjoyed woodworking, landscaping and was a firearms and fireworks enthusiast. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his three siblings, Guy “Doc” Colella, Jr., Frank Colella and Clara Brewer. David is survived by his loving wife of 26 years, Nancy L. (Newcomb) Colella; his son, David Michael Colella and his wife, Anastasya of King George, Va.; three stepchildren, David A. Powers and his wife, Karen of Chester, Md., Dawn Cook and her husband, Todd of Kiln, Miss., and Joseph Rainaldi and his wife, Miranda of Midlothian, Va.; a brother, Charles Colella of Millsboro; 11 grandchildren; 11 great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews and his canine companion, Gracie. A celebration of his life will be held at 1 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 6, 2024, at the Ocean View Church of Christ, 55 West Ave., Ocean View, DE 19970. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions in David’s name to the American Cancer Society by visiting www.cancer.org Online condolences may be sent

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Scot English Hanna, 51 Scot English Hanna, 51, of Dagsboro, DE, passed away on Friday, Dec. 29, 2023, of a severe brain injury. Born in Laurel, Md., on April 16, 1972, he was a son of Anne (Hollingshead) Hanna and the late Gary English. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Marine Reserves, before earning a B.S. in Psychology from the University of Maryland, College Park. He also studied Marine Biology in Florida. He held many professional positions throughout his life, most recently as a personal fitness trainer, serving clients throughout the Delmarva area. He served on the Board of Directors for the Christian Storehouse, which provides food and services to local families in need. Scot had a passion for fitness, nature, and the outdoors. He loved hiking, surfing, paddle boarding, kayaking and canoeing. He participated in many triathlons, often coming in first in his age bracket. He also trained for the Iron Man competition. His big smile, kind heart, and wit will be missed. He is survived by his brother, Mark Hanna, and sister, Haidee Hanna. Services will be held privately. To leave online condolences, visit: spicermullikin.com

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Obits Continued from page 32 tro; granddaughter Mary Elizabeth Wood; and four siblings, Nunzio Nicastro, Anna Heidenberg (Mike), Nacy Sanders (Olin “Sandy”) and Grace Chaconas (George). He is survived by his daughter Michelle Neafsey (Michael); grandchildren Stephanie Wood and Cara Wood and numerous nieces and nephews. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at noon on Tuesday, Jan. 2, 2024, at St Ann Catholic Church, 691 Garfield Parkway, Bethany Beach, DE 19930 where friends and family may gather after 11 a.m. Internment will follow at the Gate of Heaven Cemetery in Dagsboro. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial donations be made in Tony’s name to St. Ann Catholic Church by visiting: https://stannbb.org/contributions/on line-giving-2/ or DeMatha Catholic High School by visiting: https://www.dematha.org/supporting-dematha/httpdemathafinalsitecomalumnialumnisupporting-demath a or Ronald McDonald House of Delaware by visiting: https://rmhcdelaware.org/donatenow/. Online condolences can be made by visiting www.melsonfuneralservices.com

to faraway places including Kenya, South Africa, India, Egypt, Lebanon, Jordan, Greece, Turkey, and Israel. She always returned home to her family in Millsboro, telling stories of the beauty she witnessed such as the graceful giraffes in Kenya, the magnificent Taj Mahal in India, and the enormity of the pyramids in Egypt. In Greece, Turkey, Jordan, Lebanon, and Israel, she recounted walking where Jesus walked and where the books of the Bible were written. She studied and knew the Bible, taking many classes from Genesis to Revelation. She possessed the rare gift of celebrating others’ success, willing to lend words of wisdom and a helping hand. Her greatest joy was her family, and she was the happiest when they were gathered together. She is preceded in death by great-granddaughter, Alyiah Parker and survived

by her children, John Parker, Jr. (Leav), David Parker (Diana), Elizabeth Hodges (Timothy), grandchildren, Jessica Hastings ( Jonathon), Julie White (Brandon), Stephanie Brown, John Parker (Sonia), Joshua Parker ( Jamie), Joanna Rice (Steve), Benjamin Hodges, Austin Hodges, Sarah Hodges, Christian Hodges, great grandchildren, Cason Hazzard, Parker Hazzard, Logan White, Jaxon White, Christabella Rice, Wrigley Rice, Madelyn Rice, Sawyer Rice, Johnny Parker, Edward Parker, Rowan Brown, Lydia Brown, and Brody Barrowcliff. The family would like to say thank you to two of her caregivers, Star and Jeanine, who always put a smile on her face. A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 3, 2024, at the Watson Funeral Home, 211 S. Washington St., Millsboro, DE

19966, where friends may view from 10-11 a.m. Entombment will follow at Woodlawn Memorial Park. Pastor Kim Tephabock will officiate. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations in Yvonne’s memory to Lighthouse Christian School, 28157 Lighthouse Crossing, Dagsboro, DE 19939. Please visit Yvonne’s Life Memorial Webpage and sign her online guestbook at www.watsonfh.com.

Dr. Richard Allen Peoples Dr. Richard Allen Peoples passed away the morning of Dec. 27, 2023. He was born and raised in Wilmington, Del., where he was among the first graduating class of Mt. Pleasant High School in 1950. He attended the University of Delaware and was graduated from the Pennsylvania See OBITS page 34

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A funeral and burial will be held at the Ocean View Presbyterian Church, 67 Central Avenue, Ocean View, DE, 19970 on Jan. 6, 2024 at 11 a.m. The family will receive visitors before the service. In lieu of flowers, the family request donations be made to Ocean View Presbyterian Church or the charity of your choice.

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all the artwork that they sent. She will be dearly missed by all who knew her. In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests donations be made to Delaware Hospice. Online condolences may be made by visiting www.melsonfuneralservices.com

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Carolyn M Troublefield, 86, of Ocean View passed away Dec. 22, 2023, after a long struggle with cancer. She was a faithful member of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church in Frankford. She was preceded in death by her husband, Charlie, her parents John and Margaret Sulhoff, and her brothers John, Anthony and Louie. She is survived by her children Tracey (Ray), Martin (Maureen) and Thomas ( Jennifer), sister Bernadine ( Johnny), six grandchildren, three great grandchildren, and many loved nieces, nephews and friends. She worked several years as a hairdresser and volunteered at the Roxana fire department. She enjoyed spending time with family and friends in Fort Myers, Fla. Her greatest joy came from the time spent with her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She would love to tell stories about their antics and adventures. She also loved to critique

Barbara Emmaline Winterble, 91, of Ellendale, Del., passed away on Tuesday, Dec. 26, 2023. She was born on Dec. 12, 1932, in Chapel Hill, N.C., and was the daughter of the late James Cole and Mildred Alberta (Long) Hackney. She worked for Holiday Inn for over 30 years and also volunteered at Crossroad Community Church. She enjoyed gardening, traveling, and spending time with her friends and family. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Bill, five children, and one great grandchild. She is survived by her daughter, Pamela J. Richardson, 11 grandchildren, 29 great-grandchildren, and six greatgreat-grandchildren. A funeral service will be held on Thursday, Jan. 4, 2024, at 11 a.m. at Watson Funeral Home in Millsboro, with a visitation from 10-11 a.m. prior to the start of the service. Interment will be held at Woodlawn

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Mary A.Wright, 85 Mary A. Wright, 85, of Fenwick Island, died Monday, Dec. 18, 2023 at Mackey and Pam Stansell Hospice House in Ocean Pines, Md. She was born in Glen Cove, N.Y., and was the daughter of the late Stanley Fraser and Adelaide Carey (Humphrey) Fraser. She was a wife, mother and grandmother. She was a member of St. Paul’s by the Sea Episcopal Church in Ocean City, past president of St. Paul’s Alter Guild, a volunteer at Shepherd’s Crook Food Pantry and past president of Fenwick Island Ladies Club. She is survived by three children, Tracey E. Wright of Silver Spring, Md., Kristan F. Wimbish and husband Paul of Annapolis, Md., and Matthew C. Wright of Ocean City, Md.; a sister, Susan Bixby of Bethany Beach; three grandchildren, Kyle J. Wimbish, James and Elizabeth Cavanaugh. She was preceded in death by her husband, Charles L. Wright and a brother, William Fraser. A memorial service will be held at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 10, 2024, at St. Paul’s by the Sea Episcopal Church 302 Baltimore Ave., Ocean City, Md. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her memory to St. Paul’s by the Sea Episcopal Church, 302 N. Baltimore Ave., Ocean City, MD 21842. Condolences may be sent by visiting www.bishophastingsfh.com.

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Continuing Events Clubs/Organizations Marines Meet — The First State Detachment of the Marine Corps League meets on the fourth Wednesday of each month at the Ocean City (Md.) American Legion Post 166 on 23rd Street at noon. Any Marines and Navy Corpsmen who have served in the Corps, living in Worcester or Sussex Counties, are welcome to join to meet their fellow veterans and consider joining the organization. Their mission is community service through camaraderie and volunteerism. For more information, call (410) 430-7181 or email websergeant@firststatemarines.org. Community Club — The Selbyville Community Club is welcoming new members, and meets on the second Thursday of each month at Salem Methodist Church at 1 p.m., with a social hour from noon to 1 p.m. For more information, visit selbyvillecommunityclub.org or email selbyvillewomensclub@gmail.com. In the Genes — Sponsored by the Lewes Historical Society and the Sussex County Genealogical Society, the Genealogist in Residence program is on the first Saturday of each month from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Reading Room at the Lewes History Museum. Members of the Society will be available to help anyone who has questions about their family tree. The Lewes Historical Society Archives Family Files will be available for research. For more information, visit them at scgsdelaware.org or historiclewes.org. VIP Meets — VIP is a social group for visuallyimpaired persons, and meets the first and third Wednesday of each month at the Masterson center at St. Ann Church from 1 to 3 p.m. New members are welcome. For more information, call/text/leave a message at (240) 315-4361. Georgetown Bridge Club — The Georgetown Public Library hosts Bridge Club every Wednesday from 1 to 3 p.m. All experience levels are welcome. For more information, call (302) 856-7958, email georgetown.library@lib.de.us or visit the library at 123 W Pine St., Georgetown.

Drop-Ins We the People — "We the People" is an effort put together by Bill Murphy to celebrate patriotism and celebrate the flag, by meeting at the Bethany Beach bandstand every Wednesday at 8:30 a.m. to support the military, law enforcement and firefighters who serve and protect. All are welcome. Adult Time — Adults can stop in the South Coastal Library anytime they’re open to work on jigsaw puzzles, play checkers or color. This is free, and all materials are provided. Book Donations — South Coastal Library only accepts book donations from 2 to 4 p.m. on Tuesdays. There is a list on their website, southcoastal.lib.de.us, of what they do or don’t accept. Beach Singles — Beach Singles, 55-Plus, meets every Thursday for Happy Hour from 4 to 6 p.m. at Harpoon Hanna’s on Route 54. For more information, call (302) 436-9577. Soup and Sandwiches — The Ocean View Church of Christ is holding a Soup & Sandwich ministry on the second Wednesday of each month, from October through March, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. All are welcome. Teleservice Navigators — The Georgetown Public Library hosts Teleservice Navigators

every Monday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and every Tuesday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Get help with virtual resources, such as telehealth appointments, appointments with lawyers and social service appointments using the new Telehealth Kiosk. A Navigator will be at the library to help set up virtual appointments. For more information, call (302) 856-7958, email georgetown.library@lib.de.us or visit the library at 123 W Pine St., Georgetown. La Esperanza in the Library/Biblioteca — The Georgetown Public Library hosts La Esperanza in the Library/Biblioteca every Wednesday from 3:30 to 6 p.m. Déjenos ayudarle a: completar sus papeles, interpretar sus cartas, inscribirse en la escuela, renovar sus documentos, crear una vida major, y mucho más. La Esperanza: (302)854-9262. Paws for People reading time — The Georgetown Public Library hosts Paws for People on the first and third Thursdays of every month from 4 to 5 p.m. Read aloud to a furry, friendly therapy companion to help inspire a love of reading. Offered by Paws for People. Readers of all ages and stages are welcome. Elementary homeschoolers program — The Georgetown Public Library hosts its Homeschool Program on the third Tuesday of every month at 1 p.m. Every month, they offer a different activity for elementary-school-aged children.

Politics Dems Meet — The 41st Democrat RD meets the third Thursday of every month at Pizza King Restaurant in Millsboro at 6 p.m. This is open to any Democrats. For more information, call Al Liebeskind at (410) 530-0064. Shore Dems — The Shore Democrats meets at the Den at Bear Trap Dunes clubhouse from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on the third Wednesday of the month. This is a social organization that educates, informs and creates camaraderie among their members through monthly lunch meetings that feature engaging speakers. For more information, visit shoredemocrats.com. Republicans Meet — The 38th District Republican Club will meet at South Coastal Library the fourth Monday of the month. Social hours begin at 6 p.m., and the meeting starts promptly at 6:30 p.m. Information on the club and meetings can be found at 38thdrcp.com, or through email at info@38thdrcp.com. Democrats Meet — The Democratic Party’s 38th Representative District Committee meets the first Wednesday of every month at 5 p.m. For more information, updates on speakers and meeting locations, call (302) 364-5830, or visit https://deldems38.org or their Facebook page at https://deldems38.org.

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Plungers took a cold dip into the Atlantic Ocean for the 27th Annual Leo Brady Polar Plunge on Monday, Jan. 1, in Bethany Beach.

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Clockwise from top: Young kids and much older kids briefly braved the frigid Atlantic, during the 27th Annual Leo Brady Polar Plunge on Monday, Jan. 1, in Bethany Beach; Swimmers smile after taking part in the plunge; A swimmer smiles after briefly losing her balance at the shore line; Friends prepare to hug after braving the cold Atlantic; A woman collides with a cold Atlantic wave on Monday morning in Bethany Beach. The ocean temperature was 47 degrees Fahrenheit.

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Events Continued from page 35 the Armor Room, upstairs in the church building, with Heather Murphy. There is a $5 drop-in fee. Classes are open to the community and all are welcome. Zumba Class — Mariners Bethel Church is holding a zumba exercise class in the Hope Center gym every Monday and Wednesday at 10 a.m. There is a $6 drop-in fee. No registration is necessary, and all are welcome. For more information, contact jolin.zumba@gmail.com. Multiple Myeloma Support — The Delaware Multiple Myeloma Support Group meets the third Saturday of every month via Zoom from 1 to 3 p.m. For more information, contact Sue Iwahashi at myelomaemailsue@gmail.com. Line Dancing — Cape Henlopen Senior Center is hosting line-dancing classes on Mondays. Beginners classes take place at 10 a.m., and Improvers are at 11 a.m. For more information, call (302) 227-2055. Al-Anon — Al-Anon is a support group for the families and friends of alcoholics. Meetings are held every Tuesday, from 7 to 8:30 p.m., at Ocean View Presbyterian Church. For more information, visit ovpc.org. Argentine Tango — The Lewes Senior Activity Center is hosting Argentine Tango Dancing on Tuesdays, from 7 to 9 p.m. Adults of all ages are welcome, and no experience or partner is required. There is a $5 fee, but the first visit is free. Enter through the back door of the facility. For more information, visit the group online at TangoByTheBeach.com. Georgetown Walkers — The Georgetown Public Library host GPL Walkers every Monday at 9 a.m. The walking club goes to Sandhill Fields for a 30- to 40-minute walk, weather permitting. The trail begins at the Murray’s Lane Parking lot, 109-199 Murrays Lane. For more information, call (302) 856-7958, email georgetown.library@lib.de.us or visit the library at 123 W Pine St., Georgetown.

Chapter of The American Needlepoint Guild meets on the first Monday of the month from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Lewes Public Library. Bringing a box lunch is encouraged. New members are always welcome. For details, send an email to the chapter at delawaresseashorechapter@needlepoint.org. Coffee and Cars Cruise In — St. George’s United Methodist Church and the Ghost Ryders Car Club are hosting a cruise-in at the church the second and fourth Friday of each month, beginning May 2. There is no fee, and there will be coffee, donuts and fellowship. For more information, call Mike Stramella at (410) 419-1843. Radio Operators — Any Ham radio operator wanting to meet and greet others can get together at the Millsboro Pizza King on Thursdays from 8 to 10 a.m. The ARRL Section Manager usually attends. For more information, contact Jack Magar at k8uyc80@gmail.com. Pen Pal Program — Thanks to a partnership between South Coastal Library, Kent County Library and Wellington City Libraries, you can now communicate by letter with a New Zealander. This is a fun way

to learn about another country and make a new friend. All international postage is handled, and you can bring in and pick up your letters at the library. For more information and registration, visit them at delawarelibraries.libcal.com/event/113666 26 or call (302) 858-5518. Book discussion — The Georgetown Public Library hosts its Wednesday Morning Book Discussion on the fourth Wednesday of every month at 10:15 a.m. In November and December, however, they will meet on the third Wednesday. November’s book is “Night of the Living Rez” by Morgan Talty. Books are available for pickup each month at the library.

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

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

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

We offer Sunday services for every need

Sunday Services

Please join us for live, in-person services Fridays at 7:30 p.m. For more information, you can reach us at the Temple from 9 AM – 2 PM Tuesday - Friday

410.641.4311 or TempleBatYam97@aol.com

StGeorgesUMC.org

TempleBatYam-oc.org

34337 Omar Rd., Frankford, 19945 - just west of ACTSS

Only 20 minutes from Bethany Beach

Pastor AJ Moore

302.259.1740

35175 Roxana Rd. Frankford, 19945

RiverOnline.Church Lead Pastor Bryan Sells

Saturday 6 pm Sunday 9 & 11 am River Kids Sat. 6 pm & Sun. 9 am Friday 6-8 pm Momentum, a group for Teens

Wellsprings International

a healing & deliverance ministry for more information: ron@riveronline.church

Salem Church Welcome Home! SUNDAY 8:30 Informal Service 9:45 Contemporary Service 9:45 Sunday School 11:00 Traditional Worship

Pastor Blair Hall 29 W. Church St. | Selbyville | 302.436.8412

SOUND UNITED

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

You are welcome to join us on Sunday!

Welcome Back! We’ve Missed You!

THE BEACH FELLOWSHIP TheBeachFellowship.com

Serving the Community since 1816

A Reform Jewish Congregation

www.sumc.com

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

United Methodist Church

TEMPLE BAT YAM

BlackwaterFellowshipChurch.org

Sundays 9 am

St. George’s

METHODIST CHURCH

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

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

every Sunday, 8:30 a.m.

Pastor John Schutt 302.436.4011 37890 Sound Church Road, Selbyville 19975

Join us on Sundays

9 am Praise & Worship Service 9 am Kids’ Church 11 am Traditional Worship Service Nursery available for both services Live-streamed on Facebook & YouTube

302.539.9510 81 Central Avenue, Ocean View

MarinersBethel.org Pastor Becky Collison

Sundays at

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Religious Services CC Delaware Coast

Seaside Jewish Community

A Calvary Chapel Fellowship

An egalitarian unaffiliated congregation

Celebrating 25 Years

Shabbat Services

Sunday Worship 10 am Spirit-Filled, Verse by Verse Teaching

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

48 N. Main Street, Selbyville

Religious Leader Rabbi Julie Hilton Danan

or join us on Facebook - click link on

ccdelcoast.church For more information, contact Pastor Rob LoRusso

302.500.1774

info@ccdelcoast.org

BETHANY BEACH CHRISTIAN CHURCH (Disciples of Christ)

(302) 226 8977 www.SeasideJewishCommunity.com 18790 Holland Glade Rd., Rehoboth Beach

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

Sunday 10 am

SUNDAY SERVICE 9:30 am

In-Person

In-Person & Live-Streaming on YouTube Celebrating 25 years of full-time ministry

CCOVDE.org

LIVE broadcast on:

Wednesday 6:30 pm

Serving • Inclusive • Open-Minded • Open Communion

Facebook Live

302.539.4118 BethanyBeachDisciples.org

Bible Study

ST. MARTHA’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH

SUNDAY HOLY EUCHARIST 8:00am 10:00 am

with music and on YouTube

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

God is Love and those who live in love, live in God, and God lives in them. 1John 4:16 Visit our website to sign up for our twice-weekly news and Saturday Inspiration emails. We offer Bible Study, adult education courses, and more!

StMarthasBethanyBeach.org

302.539.7444 The Rev. Victoria Pretti, Rector

7 N. Pennsylvania Avenue, Bethany Beach

Preacher Ethan Magee • 302.539.7468 • CCOVDE.org

117 Maplewood Street; Bethany Beach

ST. MARTIN’S IN THE FIELD EPISCOPAL CHURCH Sunday Service at 10 a.m.

FENWICK ISLAND BAPTIST CHURCH

MILLVILLE UNITED

36806 Lighthouse Rd., next to Float-ors

METHODIST CHURCH

Get-acquainted coffee hour after the service

The beautiful church with a small congregation and a

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

Chapter by Chapter, Verse by Verse Approach to Scripture

Grounded in God’s Grace Moving in Christ’s Love

SUNDAYS

Sunday School - all ages - 9 a.m. Worship & Celebration - 10 a.m. Evening Bible Study - 5 p.m.

WEDNESDAYS

Interactive Bible Study - 6 p.m.

FenwickIslandBaptist.com

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

Pastor Wendy Butterworth

302.539.9077

MillvilleMethodistChurch.org

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Frankford Presbyterian Church Helping others help themselves

10 am Sunday Worship in-person

Need to get the Word out? 302.539.1788

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

302.537.5944

Pastor P. G. Maurer

Main Street, at the foot of Thatcher Street in Frankford

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11 Oyster Bay, Fenwick Island

$1,495,000

4BR/3BA

House

Chrisy Tingle | Keller Williams Realty

Sat., 1/6

11-1

27371 Clearview Cir., Millville By The Sea, Millville

$599,900

5BR/4BA

House

Chrisy Tingle | Keller Williams Realty

Sat., 1/6

11-2

8 Larchmont Ct., Tidal Walk, Ocean View

$935,000

5BR/5BA

House

Chrisy Tingle | Keller Williams Realty

Sun., 1/7

11-2

31447 Watershed Ln., Inland Bays, Bethany Beach

$769,900

4BR/3BA

House

Elizabeth Whitehead | Evergreene Homes

Sat., 1/13

11-2

#1 Locally Owned Real Estate Company in Sussex County for 2023* * AS PER INFORMATION FROM BRIGHT MULTIPLE LISTING SYSTEM

CUSTOM HOME IN MILLSBORO

KELLY’S OUTDOORS!

RARE FIND!

ATLANTIC EAST

SOUTH BETHANY – CANAL FRONT

This beautiful 3 BR, 2 BA, 1800 SF home offers a kitchen w/granite counter, FR w/gas FP, paver patio, two primary suites, oversized garage, Renai hot water heater, whole house generator, conditioned crawl space, paver walkways, & more. No HOA. $539,000 Call Gary Brittingham 302745-5605 (Cell) #4756PM

On Route 24 corridor. A premium outdoor store that is recognized as a top-tier operation on the local and national level. Great exposure, 2 entrances, and plenty of parking, 5,000 square feet of retail space w/ numerous renovations and upgrades in the past 5 years. $2,300,000 Call the Carrie Lingo Team 302-344-9188 (Cell) #4711TL

3 BR, 2 BA ranch with a wood stove and sunroom situated on 5.1 acres overlooking the Indian River. The property has no restrictions, and the possibility of developing the land. $750,000 Call Tammy Rust 302-542-8187 (Cell) #4737VM

This lovely open concept home is great for is great for entertaining w/5 BR, 4 BA, large kitchen, formal DR, & spacious living area. Work from home in style with bedroom/office options and enjoy the serene woodlands of Atlantic East. $812,900 Call the Carrie Lingo Team 302-344-9188 (Cell) #4521UL

Beautifully appointed 4 BR, 3 BA custom home tastefully updated w/new kitchen, updated baths, fresh paint, new roof, hot water heater, rear fencing, and beautiful canal views. Private boat dock, ramp, & being sold fully furnished. $1,475,000 Call the Lingo/Tull Team 302-226-6417 (Direct) #4752M

BLACKWATER VILLAGE

BEAUTIFUL COUNTRY SETTING

WHARTONS BLUFF

PLANTATION LAKES

Well maintained 3 BR, 2 BA home with a new roof, updated appliances, & screened porch. Conveniently located near restaurants, shopping and 5 miles from Bethany Beach. $349,000 Call Bea Maggio 443-789-1480 (Cell) #4519VM

3 BR, 2 BA home situated on 7.8 acres, close to Millsboro, Georgetown, & Lewes. This home offers a den, FR, LR, detached garage, FP, blacktop driveway, newer roof, heat pump, & potential for at least one additional lot. Room for a pole barn. $599,000 Call Gary Brittingham 302-745-5605 (Cell) #4719TM

3 BR, 2.5 BA home sits on the Indian River with beautiful water views! Full finished basement, community with pool, dock, playground, picnic area, deck. $359,500 Call Chelsea of the Carrie Lingo Team 302-382-6090 (Cell) #4744QL

4 BR, 4 BA home situated on a corner lot offering granite counters, FF primary BR, rear deck, hot tub, outdoor kitchen, fireplace, partially finished walkout basement, and situated in an amenity rich community with an 18-hole Arthur Hills golf course. $510,000 Call Gary Brittingham 302-745-5605 (Cell) #4607QM

Lovely 2 BR, 2 full and 2 half BA, townhome located in an amenity rich community. Sold fully furnished with NO golf deed fee. $329,900 Call Tammy Rust 302-542-8187 (Cell) #4694QM

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January 5, 2024

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SUNDAY The 81st Golden Globe Awards (6) WBOC 8 p.m. After over 40 years, the Golden Globes return to CBS for its 81st awards show. The largest award show in the world gets even bigger due to the introduction of two new awards: Cinematic and Box Office Achievement and Best StandUp Comedian on Television. All Creatures Great and Small on Masterpiece (12) WCPB 9 p.m. In this season premiere, business picks up for the vets of Skeldale House as they’re down a vet. Meanwhile, lovers James (Nicholas Ralph) and Helen (Rachel Shenton) start considering having a child and Mrs. Hall (Anna Madeley) confronts her past.

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