Senator Coons briefly hospitalized due to car crash in Lewes
Delaware Senator Chris Coons was in a car crash in Lewes Sunday, and he was briefly hospitalized at Beebe Hospital.
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Fresh corn comes early to local farmers markets
It’s here! Local corn on the cob has arrived at the markets in Lewes. Typically not seen until later in July, some summer crops have been ready for harvest slightly ahead of schedule this year. Delaware ha...
Local businesses support Go Fourth Lewes fireworks
The Go Fourth Lewes committee recently received seven donations to support the 2026 fireworks fund. The display will launch at dusk, Saturday, July 4, over the Delaware Bay along Lewes Beach. Donating organi...
Lewes couple celebrates 65th anniversary
Lewes couple Charlie and MaryAnn Malewski recently celebrated their 65th wedding anniversary. Charles Malewski and MaryAnn Malatesta were married June 24, 1961, at St. Elizabeth Church in Wilmington.
Lewes library grateful for community's support
On behalf of the staff and board of commissioners of the Lewes Public Library, we extend our sincere gratitude for the outpouring of support surrounding the 10th anniversary of our Adams Avenue location. As...
Harbor of Refuge 100th Anniversary Cruise set Sept. 19
The Delaware River and Bay Lighthouse Foundation will host a Harbor of Refuge 100th Anniversary Cruise at 2:30 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 19, departing from the Cape May-Lewes Ferry terminal dock. Check-in is a...
Bike safety checkpoints kick off June 24
The Delaware Department of Transportation, in partnership with the Delaware State Police and Sussex Cyclists, will host Bicycle Safety Checkpoints throughout the summer in the Lewes and Rehoboth Beach areas....
Red Hat Society chapter celebrates 13th anniversary
Members of the Red Hat Society Evening Primroses Chapter recently gathered at the Wheelhouse restaurant in Lewes to celebrate the group's 13th anniversary. All Evening Primroses members also belong to the Pi...
The Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control has determined that the…
The Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control has determined that the former U.S. Army Reserve Center on Savannah Road in Lewes qualifies as a certified brownfield site. DNREC sent a...
Lewes artist to host studio open house June 20
Local artist Fred Dylla will welcome the public to his studio for an open house from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday, June 20, at 2 Drake Knoll, Lewes. Dylla creates original white-line woodcuts. Throughout the...
Community Bank gift supports Lewes Juneteenth celebration
Community Bank Delaware presented a $1,000 donation to the Lewes African American Heritage Commission in support of its upcoming 5th Annual Juneteenth Celebration. The Juneteenth event will take place from 1...
University of Delaware Lewes campus tours continue weekly
Folks of all ages are invited to visit the University of Delaware’s Lewes campus this summer to learn about its undergraduate and graduate student life, faculty research and state-of-the-art facilities. Lo...
Progress is being made on a future trail connection from Milton to the Lewes-to-Georgetown Trail…
Progress is being made on a future trail connection from Milton to the Lewes-to-Georgetown Trail along Route 9. A $35,000 state grant is being reallocated to study the planned trail. The Delaware Bicycle C...
Lewes investigations should proceed fairly, without prejudice
As a retired human resources employee relations director, I listened to the mayor and city council meeting June 8. While I am not commenting on the specifics of the complaints involving the city manager, dep...
Lewes leaders review new rules for beach activities and events
WDEL is an institution which seeks to uphold the tenets of free speech, and improve its community by shining a light on the issues that most impact Delaware. With that said, this website should be used for c...
Lewes Chamber and Delaware Sea Grant seek to educate business owners on resilience
The chamber is teaming up with Delaware Sea Grant this fall to present a seminar for business owners about resiliency and preparedness.
Lewes man charged after trespassing at Dewey Beach home, police say
A 64-year-old Lewes man was arrested Saturday night after Dewey Beach police say he trespassed at a West Street home and later returned to the property, where officers found him
Lewes Public Art Committee looks to add events in the coming years
At a committee workshop on Wednesday, committee members seemed to agree that doing more events was the key to getting members of the public more involved in their work.
DNREC statewide fishing tournament a big draw at Blockhouse Pond
The Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control and the Delaware Natural Resources Police sponsored a statewide fishing tournament June 6, bringing out plenty of people to Blockhouse P...
Lewes artist's work on display in New York thru June 26
Lewes artist Theresa Kehrer was selected to participate in the 48th annual painting, sculpture and graphics exhibition at the Salmagundi Club in New York City. Kehrer's colored pencil drawing, “Winter Cons...
Lewes mayor gives vote of confidence to top city managers
Lewes Mayor Amy Marasco said she has confidence in senior city management, but there need to be changes to avoid situations like those that have led the city to launch two independent investigations into con...
Just Listed! DOWNTOWN LEWES: 2nd St., The Perfect Blend of Convenience...
237 2nd Street, Lewes, DE MLS: DESU2107918 Offered at $2,395,000 Perfectly positioned at the end of one of the most charming streets in Historic Lewes, Delaware—founded in 1631. 237 2nd Street presents a...
Lewes library to host anniversary celebration June 16
The Lewes Public Library invites the community to join in a daylong celebration Tuesday, June 16, marking the 10-year anniversary of the facility opening at 111 Adams Ave., Lewes. In addition, 2026 is the 1...
Lewes officials consider new committee to address parking challenges
Discussion over ongoing parking challenges in Lewes surfaced again Monday night as city officials discussed creating a new committee to study the issue, but residents and stakeholders remain divided on