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Cape’s Jake Gelof set to go early in MLB Draft

Patrick GaryantesHeadlines, Sports

Jake Gelof ends his collegiate career as Virginia’s all-time home run king, slugging 48 homers in his three seasons with the Cavaliers.  He passed E.J. Anderson’s (1995-1998) mark of 37 home runs back in April, on his way to batting .321 on the season with 23 bombs while driving in 90 runs.  During his career, Gelof played in 161 games …

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Del. students land on top in national healthcare events

Jarek RutzHeadlines, Education

Ten Delaware high schoolers secured top 10 finishes in the 46th annual HOSA-Future Health Professionals International Leadership Conference in Dallas, which wrapped up Saturday. The conference is for students who are interested in pursuing a career in healthcare.  Attendees had the opportunity to participate in career-focused competitive events, take part in community service work and leadership opportunities. READ: Your guide …

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William Penn forces late turnovers to defeat Cape Henlopen

Nick HallidayHeadlines, Sports

William Penn vs Cape Henlopen Football The fireworks began on the opening kickoff and the Colonials and Vikings kept that pace throughout the game totaling 90 points between them and the teams combined for 761 yards in total offense. In the end two Cape Henlopen turnovers led to scores for Wm Penn and the Colonials left Legends Stadium with a …

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Woodbridge defeats Cape in first matchup since 1977

Benny MitchellSports

Cape Henlopen and Woodbridge played against each other fro the first time in 44 years, Woodbridge won 35-21 Greenwood – Cape Henlopen visited Woodbridge in the first football game between the two schools in 44 years. What ensued was a back and forth battle before the Blue Raiders would roll off 21 straight points in the fourth quarter to win their …

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Salesianum holds on to halftime lead to beat Cape Henlopen

Benny MitchellHeadlines, Sports

Salesianum School won its first football game of the season.   Lewes – Salesianum School made its first trip to Cape Henlopen High School in 29 years Thursday night,  jumping out to a 28-6 halftime lead and then hung on for a 28-20 victory. Conor Campbell got his first start at quarterback for Salesianum in their new-look, mostly shotgun spread …

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Cape Brothers play for Virginia in College World Series

Glenn FrazerHeadlines, Sports

Zack and Jake Gelof brothers from Cape Henlopen playing for Virginia Cavaliers in College Baseball World Series. Photo courtesy of Virginiasports.com   The University of Virginia baseball team has had its share of brothers play together thru the year, but never advancing to the college world series. That’s what the Gelof brothers, from Rehoboth Beach, have achieved as they prepare …

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Cape Henlopen student dead, four others injured in ATV accident

luke dollardHeadlines, Police & Fire

  Lewes– Delaware State Police are investigating a fatal all terrain vehicle crash that occurred Tuesday evening. On April 6 at approximately 6:47 p.m., a John Deere Gator ATV was traveling northbound on a private asphalt driveway located off of Robinsonville Road, police said. As the operator attempted to negotiate a left curve at a high rate of speed, the ATV …