People were constantly coming in trying to get the cheaper instate passes, claiming they lived right here in loos. Dead dolphins are washing up in delaware heres what we know. Search americas historic newspaper pages from 17891963 or use the u. The oldest town in delaware that everyone should visit at least once. As the fort of swanendael, or valley of the swans, was centralized, a misunderstanding between the colonists and the native people led to the forts. Suzanne thurman, executive director of the marine education, research and rehabilitation institute, said increased wave energy from hurricane earl pushed the 25,000pound. Lewes real estate properties for sale ocean view, delaware. The lewes board of public works was authorized by an act of the general assembly on march 15, 1901 to establish, control and regulate an electric light plant, water works, and a sewer system for the city of lewes. Click on the property photo or the address for each individual lewes delaware property full details, satellite map of the location and all amenities. Rehoboth beach real estate lewes real estate cindy. Bay crossing in lewes is the only active adult community in coastal delaware located east of route 1 with easy access to the resort towns of lewes and rehoboth beach, twoandahalf miles and five miles away respectively.
Route 1, near many delaware beach attractions, including historic downtown lewes, rehoboth beach, dewey beach and bethany beach. Download our apps and get alerts for local news, weather, traffic and more. Sussex county delaware incorporated and unincorporated areas lewes highlighted. Browse mls listings in lewes and take real estate virtual tours at. The beluga whale that made its way up the delaware river is seen here wednesday near florence, n. Sorry for the minor rant, im just tired of peoples disregard for the law and lack of common sense getting them killed. News covering delaware s cape region inland bays, atlantic ocean, rehoboth beach, lewes, milton, dewey beach, usa. Quiet and dignified, charming and friendly, lewes is perhaps the most beloved town in delaware, and certainly a perennial favorite for travelers who savor quiet strolls on boutiquefilled streets, or a relaxing meal by the water at one of the towns excellent restaurants. The 15 best things to do in lewes 2020 with photos. After a local weekly newspaper, the whale, converted to a daily publication with greater statewide coverage and less community focus, cape. An wikimedia commons mayda media nga nahahanungod han.
Along with neighboring rehoboth beach, lewes is one of the principal cities of delaware s rapidly growing cape region. The north american right whale, a rare species known to visit the delaware coast, could be facing the threat of extinction. I used to work at the cape henlopen state park there, where we sold seasonal passes with different prices for instate and outofstate cars. The town of lewes got its start back in 1631 when a little more than twodozen men from holland sailed to the new world to establish a whale oil colony along the western shores of the delaware bay. Displayed below is an index of available lewes real estate properties currently offered for sale. Lewes lus is an incorporated city in sussex county, delaware, usa, on the delmarva peninsula. Choose from 38 hotels in lewes with prices starting from usd 40 per night. Delaware s marine mammal experts were busy with dolphin strandings this memorial day weekend, but they say its no reason for. Along with neighboring rehoboth beach, lewes is one of the principal cities of delawares rapidly growing cape region. Fort miles historic area at cape henlopen state park.
The city lies within the salisbury, marylanddelaware metropolitan statistical area. The whale fishery began as a dutch whaling colony at lewes, delaware in 1631. Leadership lewes bpw electric, water, and sewer utility. Attorney, lewes bpw mike practices primarily in the areas of land use and land development. Fin whale carcass washes ashore in lewes delaware, usa. Jun 04, 2014 in the 85 minutes it took to cross delaware bay from lewes to cape may, one group of cape maylewes ferry riders was treated to a unique view of nature a massive humpback whale, smacking the. Even the tour company seems to think its iffy fishermans wharf. Lewes, delaware information, lewes weather, lewes real estate. However, sussex county was not organized until 1683 under english colonial rule. Mostly clear this evening, then partly cloudy with a chance of showers after midnight. Lewes looiss is an incorporated city on the delaware bay in eastern sussex county, delaware. Our fleet includes head boats, deep sea charter boats, cruising, and sightseeing vessels. The town of lewes got its start back in 1631 when a little more than twodozen men from holland sailed to the new world to establish a whaleoil colony along the western shores of the delaware bay.
Lewes is loved for its beaches and has lots of places to visit including zwaanendael museum and preservation forge. Take your time to relax and enjoy a town so full of beautiful scenery, friendly people and rich history that has made many people call it home. Jones, out of the delaware territory between the mispillion river and duck creek. Sep 05, 2010 lewes the carcass of a 31foot young fin whale washed ashore at cape henlopen state park on friday and, with continued rough currents, officials fear there could be more. Cape gazette is an independently owned and operated twiceweekly, community newspaper published in lewes, delaware. Dako it imo maibubulig ha wikipedia pinaagi han pagparabong hini. In the 85 minutes it took to cross delaware bay from lewes to cape may, one group of cape maylewes ferry riders was treated to a unique view of. Coastal hazards in delaware how can risks and vulnerabilities be minimized and managed. Having represented several delaware municipalities on a wide range of issues, including land use matters, mike has a keen understanding of the administrative process and a proven ability to manage sophisticated and sensitive matters.
Dolphin watching in lewes delaware, off cape henlopen. According to the 2010 census, the population is 2,747, a decrease of 6. In this case, it also led to the construction of an improved breakwater in lewes. In 1680, the duke reorganized the territory south of the mispillion river as deale county with the county seat at new deale modernday lewes. An lewes in uska syudad ha condado han sussex, delaware, estados unidos. We are an an educational program teaching about the game of baseball using 1864 rules. I know delawares stroads arent very walkable 40, 273, 896, but why play frogger in a walkable area. Schedule your visit today to learn why so many people are talking about this special community surrounded by protected marsh. Top 10 hotels in lewes, delaware cancel free on most. Here are a few things to keep in mind if youre spending the holiday at the delaware beaches. We would get a good laugh and ask to see their license. Best 30 windows repair replacement installation in lewes. Harbor point luxury singlefamily homes, resortbeach. Fishermans wharf is a large facility with multiple.
Lewesarea historical tornado activity is below delaware state average. Top 10 hotels in lewes, delaware cancel free on most hotels. Tourism numbers, expenditures and economic benefits. Experts to examine dead humpback whale found on cape henlopen beach. Dead humpback whale on lewes beach part of alarming trend on. Jun 29, 2018 tips to get the most out of your delaware beach stay. Newspaper directory to find information about american newspapers published between 1690present. Tragedies like this led to the formation of the delaware pilots association in 1896. Visit the town today to explore all that it has to offer. This week our latest post welcomes the lightkeeper of one of delaware s most recognizable landmarks, the east end lighthouse.
This small community is removed from the traffic and within steps to downtown lewes. According to the 2010 census, the population is 2,747. Whale that was floating off of cape henlopen in lewes, delaware last. Lewes, delaware was the first town in the first state, and it wears its history proud. The saltiest town in delaware lewes chamber of commerce. We enjoyed a 12 day 4 hour morning fishing charter from fishermans wharf in lewes, delaware. As the fort of swanendael, or valley of the swans, was centralized, a misunderstanding between the colonists and the native people. The quiet, soothing streets of lewes are perfect for days when its just the two of you. Apr 15, 2005 the beluga whale that made its way up the delaware river is seen here wednesday near florence, n.
Lewes, delaware information, lewes weather, lewes real. Fishermans wharf ocean and bay fishing and cruising. Wistfully wander along second or amble down to the canal, where you can also catch the cape water taxi for a fascinating tour of the areas inland waterways. Below you will find a list of all the current bike trails throughout the area. Lewes area historical tornado activity is below delaware state average. The first european settlement in the state of delaware was founded by the dutch in 1631 near the presentday town of lewes on the atlantic coast. As lewes was the earliest settlement in the state, and because delaware was the first state to ratify the constitution, the town refers to itself as the. You can try to find whales off lewes, delaware during the season, may to september. This week our latest post welcomes the lightkeeper of one of delawares most recognizable landmarks, the east end lighthouse.
Boutique shoppers and dining devotees alike adore second street for its quaint charm. Americas first whaling industry and the whaler yeomen of cape may. Three generations of parsons to serve you at fishermans wharf. About our stores home flooring options flooring america. Humpback whale sightings on the rise, researchers say. Welcome to s virtual tour of historical lewes, delaware. In 1682, english king charles ii awarded the delaware territories to william penn in settlement of family debts, and penn reorganized all. Fishermans wharf ocean and bay fishing and cruising home. Lewes delaware beach, cape henloplen state park, lewes canal. Legend has it that the ghost ship enoch turley can be seen along the waters near lewes on stormy nights, trying to make its way back to safe harbor. Lewes, sussex, delaware view more titles from this. Dolphin watching in lewes delaware, off cape henlopen youtube.
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