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Three engineers raised questions and concerns at a Nov. 19 public hearing on proposed rules intended to reduce stormwater runoff from construction sites in Sussex County. The county planning & zoning commission ultimately delayed a vote on the law drafted by county staff with input from the Sussex Conservation District. Hans Medlarz, a county engineer and project manager, outlined the proposal created at the request of county council following spring […]

The latest report on making state government more efficient highlights ways to improve business permitting, restructuring leases and healthcare cost containment. Gov. Matt Meyer touted the findings of the ninth annual Government Efficiency and Accountability Review Board report, which is meant to improve state agencies, streamline processes, modernize systems and advance data-driven decision-making.  “State government should be honest, transparent and efficient. Through innovative, collaborative suggestions that are driven by data, […]

The Delaware premiere of “Deaf Santa Claus,” a new feature documentary film, is set for 2 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 7, at the Movies at Midway, 18585 Coastal Highway, Rehoboth Beach. In collaboration with the Deaf Santa Claus Foundation, the accessible and family-friendly screening includes visible, open captions displaying dialogue, speaker names and sound effects. With an uncanny resemblance to the iconic holiday figure, Charles Graves pursues his dream of becoming a […]

The Cape Artists welcome visitors to the gallery daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 110 W. Third St., Lewes. To learn more, call 302-644-7733 or find Cape Artists Gallery on Facebook.

Catch the live sounds of Joe Bryan from 6 to 9 p.m., Friday, Nov. 28, at Tiki Jac’s in Rehoboth Beach.  Plan the rest of your nightlife by viewing the Steppin’ Out schedule.  

, Christmas festivities in the First Town will kick off with an evening of shopping featuring complimentary refreshments during the 38th annual Lewes Merchants Hospitality Night from 5 to 8 p.m., Thursday, Dec. 4, in the historic commercial district. Second Street will be closed to vehicular traffic from 3 to 8 p.m. Santa will make a brief visit that evening to his Lewes house at the corner of Second and Bank […]

Schellville will be closed Thursday, Nov. 27, through Saturday, Nov. 29. The closure includes Thanksgiving Day, when the attraction traditionally shuts down to allow staff and volunteers to spend time with their families. This year, the closure will extend through Saturday at the request of government officials to help reduce traffic and ensure road safety during the busy holiday weekend. Schellville will reopen Sunday, Nov. 30, with hours from 1 […]