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Cape May-Lewes Ferry garners Travelers’ Choice Award
Cape May-Lewes Ferry officials announced the popular Delaware Bay attraction recently earned the coveted TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice Award. The award celebrates excellence in hospitality and is given only to accommodations, eateries and attractions all over the world that have continually delivered a superior customer experience and consistently achieve great customer reviews on TripAdvisor. The ferry service has been recognized with this award for 12 years now.
‘Devil is Fine’ author to sign books July 28
Browseabout Books will host John Vercher, author of "Devil is Fine,” for a signing event from 1 to 3 p.m., Sunday, July 28, at 133 Rehoboth Ave., Rehoboth Beach. The novel explores what it means to be a father, a son, a writer and a biracial American fighting to reconcile the past. Reeling from the sudden death of his teenage son, the narrator receives a letter from an attorney: He has just inherited a plot of land from his estranged grandfather. He travels to a beach town several hours south of his home with the intention of immediately selling the land. But upon inspection, what lies beneath the dirt is much more than he can process in the throes of grief.
NEW LISTING~12155 BAKER MILL RD~SEAFORD
12155 Baker Mill Road, Seaford, DE 19973 ~ ONE OF A KIND! Welcome to the ultimate equestrian paradise! Nestled on 10+ acres that is surrounded by protected land on several of the property sides, this gated property invites you into a world of luxury and tranquility designed specifically for horse and animal lovers. As you enter through the secure gates, a picturesque and windy driveway leads you to a haven for both you and your equine companions. The property features a well crafted 3 stable barn, providing a comfortable and spacious home for your horses. Adjacent to the barn is a well-equipped garage featuring 3 bays, 1 bay is large enough for your RV to park, ample storage, full bath, and a separate dog kennel area for your other 4 legged friends. Whether you're an avid rider or simply enjoy the beauty of horse trails, an ATV & Horse Trail awaits you, winding through the expansive property. Fenced Pastures and lighted arena make for even further opportunities. For those who crave endless adventures on horseback, the property seamlessly connects to adjoining State lands, offering additional horse trails for exploration and enjoyment. Imagine the freedom of exploring nature on horseback, surrounded by the beauty of the great outdoors. This home features a new HVAC system installed in 2024 and a new roof from 2023. Originally a cozy log cabin, it has been expanded with a 2500+ square foot addition, now offering 4 bedrooms and 2.5 baths. Enjoy the tranquility of nature from your wrap-around porch, overlooking a fully wrought iron fenced yard with an irrigation system to keep your dogs or children safely separated from the farm animals. Need extra storage? The full basement includes an office or additional bedroom space. All bathrooms have been upgraded, featuring a waterfall tub, barn doors, tile floors, upgraded countertops, and more. As a unique option, the property also presents the opportunity to own a versatile building with a separate purchase. This allows you to create a comprehensive equestrian haven, complete with top-notch veterinary facilities, a charming guest house, or any other use your imagination can conceive, right at your doorstep. Experience the epitome of equestrian living – a harmonious blend of luxury, functionality, and the pure joy of horse ownership. This property is not just a home; it's a haven for horse enthusiasts seeking the perfect blend of comfort and adventure. Embrace the equestrian lifestyle and make this dream property your very own. Schedule your private showing today!
Rehoboth Beach volunteers tend Verrazzano garden
Volunteers from Rehoboth in Bloom and the UNICO Rehoboth Area Chapter recently took their first crack at cleaning up the Verrazzano Monument garden at Olive Avenue and the Boardwalk. A crew of 12 people filled 13 lawn and leaf brown bags to the brim. Invasive vines, grasses and thistle turned...
GFWC Zwaanendael Women’s Club installs new officers
At its June meeting, the GFWC Zwaanendael Women’s Club installed board members for 2024-26, and Lynn Barberi, outgoing president, passed the gavel to incoming President Joyce Skrobot. A North Wilmington native, Skrobot relocated in 2021 to Lewes, where she and her late husband John and their family had vacationed...
A new Pennsylvania law protects homeowners against ‘We Buy Houses’ hustlers
A new Pennsylvania law aimed at protecting homeowners from predatory tactics that can strip them of their housing wealth will expand protections already in place in Philadelphia. The state law will regulate third parties in real estate deals called “wholesalers,” who sign agreements of sale with homeowners and then sell...
Farmworker, 31, Drowns In South Jersey Lake After Lifeguards Had Left For Day: Police
A 31-year-old farmworker died of an apparent drowning at Sunset Lake in Bridgeton on Sunday evening, July 21, authorities said.Marco Lemus-Giron of Hopewell Township, went swimming about 45 minutes after lifeguards had left the beach which closed for the day at 6 p.m., Bridgeton police said.Po…
Philadelphia 'wild west gun battle' leaves 3 dead, 6 injured in block party mass shooting
A shooting during a Philadelphia block party has left three dead and six injured, including a 33-year-old man and a 23-year-old man who were found dead at the scene. A third, 29-year-old man was pronounced dead an hour later at the hospital after he was shot in the stomach. Police say that the last man may have been targetted, as he was shot at point-blank range at the party.
Philly city workers say ‘everyone is pissed’ as Parker’s return-to-office mandate reveals lack of space, resources
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us know!. City employees described the first week when all 26,000 workers were mandated to return to the office full-time as chaotic and miserable. “Everybody was pissed,” they told WHYY News.
ACCT Philly will pay families to foster animals to help with overcrowding concerns
Philadelphia, PA – ACCT Philly is addressing overcrowding concerns by paying people to foster animals. The organization’s new “Foster Frenzy” program is creating incentives for families to open their homes to shelter pets since the summer season is peek time for overcrowding. Foster families will receive $100 for caring for either an adult cat, or […]
Pennsylvania man reels in record-breaking bass weighing more than 12 pounds on Cayuga Lake
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Interim Commissioner Sean Mahar on Monday announced the breaking of a 37-year-old fishing record and congratulated James Britenbaugh of Pennsylvania on his catch, the largest largemouth bass caught in New York. On July 11, Britenbaugh reeled in the record-breaking 12-pound, 6-ounce largemouth bass from Cayuga Lake while practicing for an upcoming bass tournament. His catch surpasses the previous record largemouth bass, caught from Buckhorn Lake, Otsego County, in 1987...
NJ man admits to decapitating seagull after it attempted to take fries from daughter: Affidavit
A South Jersey man is facing charges after authorities say he decapitated a seagull.Officers responded on July 6 to a report of animal cruelty at Morey's Piers located at 2501 Boardwalk Avenue.According to court documents obtained by Action News, Franklin Zeigler, 29, of Cape May, admitted to killing the seagull after it attempted to take french fries from his daughter.He then reportedly asked Morey's Piers staff for a trash bag while holding the dead seagull.Zeigler allegedly became irate and uncooperative with officers on an unrelated investigation, which led to his arrest on charges of disorderly conduct and resisting arrest.On July 18, he was charged with third-degree animal cruelty after officers obtained witness statements and photos, investigators said.He was released on a summons pending a future court date.If you have any information related to this case or any other criminal activities, please contact the North Wildwood Police Department Detective Division at (609) 522-2411.
Adkins Arboretum Mystery Monday: Guess the Pic!
The answer to last week’s mystery is buttonbush, Cephalanthus occidentalis, pictured below”. Buttonbush boats unique pincushion-like balls of white, fragrant flowers that appear in mid-to-late Summer. They draw the attention of pollinators and people alike. The small flowers form distinctive, dense, spherical clusters with a fringe of pistils protruding...
'Our worst nightmare': Fearing euthanasia, Homeward Bound begs community to step up
GLOUCESTER TWP. — An adoption center here is begging community members to consider fostering or adopting, fearing its overcrowded conditions could lead to euthanasia. Homeward Bound Pet Adoption Center is an open-admission shelter, meaning they must take in homeless animals within Camden County municipalities. ...
Ocean County halts all foreclosure auctions, fears NJ law encourages phony nonprofits
Ocean County has postponed the foreclosure auction scheduled for July 23 amid concerns that unproven nonprofit agencies are taking advantage of a new law that was designed to even the playing field at sheriff's sales with investors. Ocean County Sheriff Michael G. Mastronardy said his office has sold a dozen properties that prompted an...
Ukrainian Folk Festival 2024 to feature music, dancing, food
Tired of ads? Subscribers enjoy a distraction-free reading experience. The Ukrainian Folk Festival 2024 will be held noon to 8 p.m. Aug. 25 at the Ukrainian American Sport Center – Tryzub, corner of County Line and Lower State roads, Horsham, Montgomery County. Here you find elements of Ukrainian culture,...
Ex New York Mets GM Omar Minaya’s wife found dead at family’s home as mystery surrounds cause of death
THE wife of the former New York Mets general manager Omar Minaya was found dead at the couple's home on Saturday. Rachel Minaya, a mother of two, was found at the property in New Jersey, as officials work to confirm her cause of death. Mystery surrounds what happened as suicide...
Missing Person – 23-year-old last seen along Morris Road in Fort Washington on July 19th
Paul James Asman went missing on July 19th in Fort Washington (Whitemarsh Township). He was last scene near 321 Morris Road where he entered the woods along the Wissahickon Creek. Asman is 23-years-old and stands at 6’8″ and weighs 250 pounds. He has brown hair and eyes. He was wearing...
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