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Three seats on the Millsboro Town Council were up for election this year, but only one will be contested in the 2026 ele...
05/31/2026

Three seats on the Millsboro Town Council were up for election this year, but only one will be contested in the 2026 election. Residents in representative District 2 can cast ballots in the municipal election on Saturday, June 13.

Three seats on the Millsboro Town Council were up for election this year, but only one will be contested in the 2026 election. Residents in representative District 2 can cast

The day after two young men — powerwashers preparing for a job in the Selbyville area — rushed across the street to exti...
05/30/2026

The day after two young men — powerwashers preparing for a job in the Selbyville area — rushed across the street to extinguish flames coming from a trailer, the grateful owner of the home described himself as “overwhelmed.”

The day after two young men — powerwashers preparing for a job in the Selbyville area — rushed across the street to extinguish flames coming from a trailer, the grateful

We have the fourth in a series of previews of the 10 homes that will be on display during the 34th Beach & Bay Cottage T...
05/30/2026

We have the fourth in a series of previews of the 10 homes that will be on display during the 34th Beach & Bay Cottage Tour, to be held virtually July 12 through Aug. 2 and, for eight preselected homes, in-person on July 22-23.

(Editor’s note: This is the fourth in a series of previews of the 10 homes that will be on display during the 34th Beach & Bay Cottage Tour, to be

Treasure hunter Don Shope has added two more prized objects to his collection: English and Irish halfpenny copper coins ...
05/30/2026

Treasure hunter Don Shope has added two more prized objects to his collection: English and Irish halfpenny copper coins that had been rolling in the surf and buried in the sand near the Indian River Inlet for 240 years.

Treasure hunter Don Shope has added two more prized objects to his collection: English and Irish halfpenny copper coins that had been rolling in the surf and buried in the

The Nanticoke Indian Tribe continues to “honor our past, share our culture, inspire our future” as they invite the gener...
05/29/2026

The Nanticoke Indian Tribe continues to “honor our past, share our culture, inspire our future” as they invite the general public to a history presentation and dance performance on Saturday in Millsboro Town Hall.

The Americas have been inhabited for thousands of years, including what is now called Sussex County. The Nanticoke Indian Tribe continues to “honor our past, share our culture, inspire our

A state Superior Court Judge has granted a motion by the Town of Fenwick Island to dismiss a lawsuit by the American Civ...
05/29/2026

A state Superior Court Judge has granted a motion by the Town of Fenwick Island to dismiss a lawsuit by the American Civil Liberties Union over what the civil rights organization claimed were unlawful voting practices.

A state Superior Court Judge has granted a motion by the Town of Fenwick Island to dismiss a lawsuit by the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) over what the civil

Good morning, one and all!Well, due to a printing error, the wrong Hocker's insert is in this week's paper. Yeah... we'r...
05/29/2026

Good morning, one and all!
Well, due to a printing error, the wrong Hocker's insert is in this week's paper. Yeah... we're not proud of this mistake by any measure, and we apologize to everyone for this one. This is the correct link to this week's specials.

Welcome to the official website of Hocker's Markets! See our weekly ad, clip coupons, or browse delicious recipes!

Coastal Point Executive Editor Darin McCann reminds us that those aren't just statistics when we talk about the ultimate...
05/25/2026

Coastal Point Executive Editor Darin McCann reminds us that those aren't just statistics when we talk about the ultimate sacrifice paid by American men and women who have served our nation.
They are people — with loved ones.

It’s jarring in its totality.

Due to predicted rain and wind, Bethany Beach town officials have canceled Poseidon Festival events scheduled for Friday...
05/22/2026

Due to predicted rain and wind, Bethany Beach town officials have canceled Poseidon Festival events scheduled for Friday evening and Saturday, May 22-23, but will hold events scheduled for Sunday, May 24, and Monday, May 25.

Due to predicted rain and wind, Bethany Beach town officials have canceled Poseidon Festival events scheduled for Friday evening and Saturday, May 22-23, but will hold events scheduled for Sunday,

Yard sale season is officially on!Whether you’re clearing out, cashing in, or cruising the neighborhood for one-of-a-kin...
05/22/2026

Yard sale season is officially on!

Whether you’re clearing out, cashing in, or cruising the neighborhood for one-of-a-kind finds, the Coastal Point classifieds yard sale section keeps you in the loop.

📍 Find sales near you
📦 Promote your own
💰 Score something unexpected

Don’t miss this week’s listings. Grab your copy of Coastal Point or browse online and map out your next stop!

This Week p Sat May 23rd 7am-12pm Rain or Shine Yard Sale! 2 Bikes, (jamis streamway sun) white mountain puzzles $5 ...

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