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View Comments One of Cliff Diver’s favorite things is to listen to what kids say when they experience art. The longtime Lewes resident will often invite the neighborhood kids to tour the art galleries that fill his home. He said adults often get stuck on whether they understand a piece of art, but kids tell you exactly what they feel – unfiltered. Those conversations are what art is about, he says. “Art doesn’t exist by itself, right? If it’s sitting on a wall and there’s nobody in ...

Nevis School retaining the Tiger as mascot The Tiger will reign supreme; the Muskie has been delivered to the depths. After hearing an impassioned discourse from former coach and athletic director Craig Stanwick, the Nevis School Board unanimously decided to retain the Tiger as the school... Written By: Jean Ruzicka | × The Tiger will reign supreme; the Muskie has been delivered to the depths. After hearing an impassioned discourse from former coach and athletic director Craig St...

City officials confident event can be held safely Spectators enjoy the Lewes fireworks from the Savannah Road drawbridge in 2019, the last time the event was held. NICK ROTH PHOTO Nick Roth Fourth of July fireworks are returning to Lewes Beach this summer.  Lewes Mayor and City Council unanimously voted May 17 to move ahead with the event, which is slated for the evening of Sunday, July 4. The 2020 event was canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic.  “This will be a tremendously positive thin...

Decision on Fourth of July fireworks expected too Lewes Mayor and City Council will consider lifting the outdoor mask mandate at its Monday, May 17 meeting. NICK ROTH PHOTO Nick Roth May 13, 2021 Lewes Mayor and City Council will consider removing the outdoor mask mandate at its meeting Monday, May 17.  Masks have been required in the downtown business district and beach parking lots since July, but Lewes Board of Health Chair Dr. Paul Cowan of Beebe Healthcare said it’s now approp...

Complaint filed with the city’s board of ethics The Lewes Board of Ethics has received several complaints about the city’s lack of diversity and other issues. NICK ROTH PHOTO Nick Roth May 7, 2021 Lewes resident Alicia Jones has lodged two complaints with the city’s board of ethics regarding lack of diversity in those serving the city, including people appointed to committees and commissions.  Board of Ethics Chair Mark Harris brought the complaints to mayor and city council�...

Friday, February 12, 2021 Lewes Beach residents used their opportunity to speak at a May 3 public hearing to discourage mayor and city council from passing two controversial ordinances aimed at addressing sea-level rise and source water protection. The ordinances could be considered for a vote by council as early as Monday, May 17; however, Mayor Ted Becker hedged by saying the May 8 election could affect council’s readiness to move forward. While many residents agreed with the spirit of the...

Article content One of the more interesting cars from Pontiac in the fifties was Chieftain, a model launched for 1949 and which continued through to 1958 before being renamed Catalina. Chieftain was Pontiac’s entry-level car and was built on GM’s A-body, a replacement for the inexpensive but beloved Torpedo. As such, it offered a lot of value for new car buyers, but usually without the bells and whistles. We apologize, but this video has failed to load. Try refreshing your browser. O...

David L. Greer and Dorothy P. Greet April 30, 2021 Councilman Rob Morgan, candidate for re-election to Lewes City Council, has earned our continuing support. On recent issues before the council, Rob has been the sole voice of reason.  For example, Rob has made clear his opposition to the development of the Fourth Street Forest (land under city, not county, jurisdiction, and occasionally under water), and the skyrocketing police budget (cost of souped-up automobiles and additional per...

Rates remain the same; M&T Bank lot opening in May Parking meters in Lewes are set to go online at 9 a.m., Saturday, May 1. FILE PHOTO Nick Roth Lewes’ parking meter season is set to begin at 9 a.m., Saturday, May 1.  Unlike last summer, free morning parking will not be offered in the downtown area. Mayor and city council had eliminated morning metered parking hours last year to encourage people to patronize struggling small businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic. In consultation with the b...

Parking enforcement aims to stop space saving Lewes parking enforcement officers are seeking guidance on how to handle the use of cones and other objects to prohibit parking on the beach streets. NICK ROTH PHOTO Nick Roth April 30, 2021 With the summer season rapidly approaching, Lewes Mayor and City Council considered two issues affecting parking at the beach.  It is not uncommon to see cones or other objects placed in front of homes on Lewes Beach. Some are used to ensure a drivewa...