A look inside Lewes’ Sussex Tavern reveals how strong Loyalist support in Sussex County nearly changed Delaware’s role in America’s vote for independence in 1776. This Coastal Connection is sponsored by Baths by Spicer Bros.
Zach Graboyes turned his love of nature and southern Delaware into a way for others to reconnect with the outdoors. This Coastal Connection is sponsored by Baths by Spicer Bros.
Former Indian River High School basketball players are honored decades later for their championship dynasty and lasting impact on the community. This Coastal Connection is sponsored by Baths by Spicer Bros.
Fourth and fifth grade students from Rehoboth Elementary School gathered to celebrate Arbor Day with music, lessons about conservation and a commitment to protecting the environment. This Coastal Connection is sponsored by Baths by Spicer Bros.
A Rehoboth Beach historian is using a detailed diorama and lectures to show how the city has grown and changed over the past 100 years. This Coastal Connection is sponsored by Baths by Spicer Bros.
A beloved Lewes tradition is back as the annual Tulip Festival gets underway, filling the First Town in the First State with colorful blooms.
I Love Bad Art Studio at the Pallet Village in Georgetown opened in February 2025 to help people with mental health, addiction, and everyday life issues by expressing themselves through art. T…
Healthy cooking can feel overwhelming, especially for families managing diabetes. A program through the University of Delaware is working to change that by teaching participants how to prepare…
A Delaware family reflects on generations of memories tied to their grandparents’ farmhouse near Milton, which was recently demolished, but whose legacy lives on through their stories and shar…
In Milton, firefighter Allen Jackson runs in full gear, carrying the American flag, aiming to cover 343 miles in 2026 to honor the fallen 9/11 firefighters. The community shows support for his…
The Millsboro Police Department partnered with a local nonprofit to help fight hunger in the community, one donation at a time. This Coastal Connection is sponsored by Baths by Spicer Bros.
Students at Sussex Academy got a chance to learn from music professionals when string quartet Invoke visited their campus in Georgetown to inspire young musicians and show how a passion for mu…
Gilberto Rodríguez, a native of Veracruz, Mexico, who has lived in the United States for about 30 years, continues pursuing his lifelong passion for painting with multiple murals around the ar…
Delaware State Police K-9 units undergo extensive training in scent detection, obedience, and real-world scenarios before active duty. The program, one of the nation's oldest, ensures ongoing …
The relatively new process of using whole blood is credited with saving the life of a Sussex County bicyclist last summer. This Coastal Connection is sponsored by Baths by Spicer Bros.
Inside her classroom at Lewes Elementary School, Señora Verónica DeBartolo is teaching more than Spanish vocabulary through music, storytelling and culture while helping students connect to a …
Students in Sussex Academy’s Scrub Club and Leo Club held a “Chips for Charity” fundraiser to help cover funeral expenses for the family of 2024 graduate Tanya Garcia Roblero, who died in late…
Coastal Connections: Rainbow Bridge Fence on the Lewes-Georgetown Trail holds community pet memorial
Whether it is a cat, a dog, or a lizard, losing a pet is never easy. These are all pets that can be seen on the Georgetown-Lewes Trails' Rainbow Bridge Fence. The fence was created by Kat Rile…
Cape Henlopen High School is embracing a new tradition this year with the launch of an anonymous mascot program, allowing students to perform as “Thor the Viking” without revealing their identities.
This Coastal Connection is sponsored by Baths by Spicer Bros.The holiday season marks rehearsal, and show time for the TADA School of Dance. This year, a local high schooler created and brough…
Milton native Dale Clifton has searched for shipwrecks off the Delmarva coast since the age of 14. His efforts has produced most of what is known about Faithful Steward tragedy in 1785. This C…
Neighborhood Headwater Cove unites to collect donations for local charities. Efforts include food pantry donations, Toys for Tots, and future plans for community giving. This Coastal Connectio…
On Tuesday, Nov. 25, the CHEER Center in Georgetown hosted its annual early Thanksgiving celebration, bringing dozens of seniors together for a hot meal, music, and companionship as part of th…

