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, , , The home at the corner of Cave Neck Road and Route 1 was demolished March 28. It was the last remaining structure of what was once a complex comprising old barns, a popular barbecue food truck, a produce stand, and an outdoor furniture and shed business.  Demolition of all but the century-old home occurred in January. The buildings were razed and the businesses moved to make way for […]

Tax breaks for low-income seniors and non-veterans with disabilities were updated March 25 by Sussex County Council to adjust for sharp increases in property assessments resulting from the recent countywide revaluation. The number of years that someone has to live in a home to be eligible for either program increased from three to five years, said Sussex County Finance Director Gina Jennings.  The countywide property revaluation increased the total value […]

, , During its March 19 meeting, the Sussex County Planning & Zoning Commission heard plans for Belle Mead, a mixed-use apartment complex and retail center on a 30-acre parcel along Route 24 adjacent to Beacon Middle School near Lewes. The current use is an equestrian facility known as Love Creek Farm. At the request of Commissioner Gregory Scott Collins, the record was left open to receive requested comments from […]

, A new Fiscal Year 2026 budget offered by Gov. Matt Meyer March 27 offers raises for teachers and state workers along with tax increases for higher-end earners, and it came with a clear warning that federal funds may be drying up. “I just presented an operating budget that grows at 7.4%, but based on carry-over funds and revenue, there is enough to support the plan that we have here. […]

A March 25 meeting with Sussex Conservation District officials raised concerns among Sussex County Council members about threats that silt from construction projects can pose to waterways and wetlands. The discussion was held at midday during a recess of the council’s regular meeting. The gathering was noted on the council’s meeting agenda but not posted as a separate meeting open to the public. “[Stormwater runoff is] a major concern for […]

, The City of Lewes and it police officers have agreed to a new three-year contract. The agreement with Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 22 runs from April 1 through March 31, 2028. The city did not disclose terms.  Police have ratified the contract. Both parties have signed it. Lewes City Manager Ellen Lorraine McCabe said the negotiations produced a deal that benefits both sides. “Both parties approached the discussions […]

Rehoboth Beach commissioners approved a $44 million budget for next fiscal year during a meeting March 21. The budget represents a 13.5% increase over the current fiscal year, but the city is projecting an increase in revenue to account for no hikes in taxes or fees. The city took a just-right approach, said City Manager Taylour Tedder, who oversaw his first budget process with Rehoboth. It’s not too aggressive and […]