Lewes/Rehoboth team wins Little League District 3 title

Benny MitchellSports

Lewes Rehoboth Little League District 3 Champs   After dominating their first three opponents by a combined score of 32-3, the Lewes/Rehoboth All Stars found themselves with their backs against the wall in what is referred to as the “If game,” the winner take all tournament final. They faced off against the Milton All Stars on Thursday, July 22, at …

Sen. Ernie Lopez will not seek re-election in 2022

Charlie MegginsonGovernment, Headlines

Sen. Ernie Lopez   Republican State Senator Ernie López will not be seeking re-election in 2022, according to a press release issued by the Senate Republican Caucus Friday afternoon.  He didn’t cite a reason why. López’s district includes Milton, Lewes, Rehoboth Beach, Dewey Beach, and Harbeson. “It is with a great deal of thanks and humility to the people of …

Beauty of popular Junction and Breakwater Trail draws locals, tourists

James DiehlCulture, Headlines

The six-mile trail from Rehoboth to Lewes is the pathway’s most popular part. Photo courtesy Southern Delaware Tourism     Delaware has been in the top 10 of “bike friendly state” lists for the last decade, and on Friday, one more link in the network of bike paths will officially open. The $513,000 Junction and Breakwater Pathway Rehoboth Beach Extension …

Renovated East End Lighthouse off Lewes again welcoming tours

Betsy PriceBeaches, Culture, Headlines

East End Lighthouse off Lewes has undergone structural repairs and been repainted. Photo by Jonathan Budler.   The East End Lighthouse in Lewes is shining brighter than ever, thanks to restoration efforts over the pandemic. Work on the historical breakwater lighthouse was completed this past December, with work lasting throughout the Summer of 2020.  Delaware’s Division of Historical and Cultural …