Heat Advisory: 7/28/2020
A Heat Advisory is in effect today, with maximum heat index values above 100 degrees will be possible within the advisory. Additionally there is a marginal risk of severe storms for our area this afternoon. Maximum heat index values will be above 100 degrees Fahrenheit by early to mid-afternoon. These heat index values can cause […]
Beach Access Assistance
The beach access assistance has been temporarily postponed. Everyone will be alerted once it is in back in service.
Heat Advisory: 7/22/2020
A heat advisory is in effect today. Hot temperatures and high humidity will result in heat index values of 100-105. Scattered severe thunderstorms are expected to develop this afternoon through evening. There is the potential for torrential rainfall and damaging winds with these storms.
St. Matthew’s By-The-Sea Gospel Concert: 8/2/2020
St. Matthew’s By-The-Sea United Methodist Church will present the internationally-known gospel trio The Hyssongs on Sunday, August 2nd at 7:00 p.m. Dell, Susan and Richard Hyssong have been performing as a family for the past 23 years. Their inspirational Southern Gospel sound has brought them many accolades including the Singing News Fan Award for Favorite […]
Excessive Heat Warning: 7/20/2020
Dangerous heat is expected through Tuesday, with high temperatures in the mid to upper 90’s. Overnight lows in the mid to upper 70’s will offer little relief to the heat. Heat index values of 110 expected today and 100 expected tomorrow, with the warmest part of each day being from 2-6 p.m. Reschedule outdoor activities […]
Sussex County Census Day: July 13, 2020
Delaware’s average response rate for the 2020 US Census is currently only 59.7%! This is Delaware Census Week, with today being Sussex County Census Day. Now more than ever, our community needs to step up and get counted to shape a healthy future for our families. Fill out your Census Today! It’s quick and confidential. […]
Windfarm Project at Fenwick Island State Park
The Mayor and Council are pleased with the decision from Ørsted not to proceed with on shoring their electric transmission lines at Fenwick Island State Park. Council has expressed concerns regarding the location of the substation in an environmentally sensitive area since Ørsted revealed their plans in Fall 2019. Fenwick Island Mayor Gene Langan along […]
Coastal Storm: Thursday & Friday (7/9-7/10)
A coastal storm is expected to impact our area starting this evening and continuing through the day tomorrow. Rainfall totals of 1″-3″ are expected as low tracks up the coast. Minor flooding is possible for low lying and poor drainage areas. Winds will increase Thursday evening into Friday as the storm tracks along the coast. […]
State of Emergency Extended An Additional 30 Days
Governor John Carney on Monday formally extended the State of Emergency declaration another 30 days to confront community spread of COVID-19, and issued the following statement: “For months, Delawareans and Delaware businesses have made significant sacrifices to flatten the curve, and protect the health of their family members, friends, and neighbors. We are beating COVID-19. […]
Governor Carney Reschedules Presidential Primary for July 7
TOWN HALL IS NOT A POLLING PLACE FOR THE PRIMARY ELECTION. PLEASE GO TO ONE OF THE FOLLOWING POLLING PLACES: Lord Baltimore School, 120 Atlantic Avenue, Ocean View Roxana Fire Hall, 39453 Zion Church Road, Frankford Indian River High School, 29722 Armory Road, Dagsboro Selbyville Middle School, 80 Bethany Road, Selbyville Governor John Carney on […]
