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Piping Plover Population in Delaware Experiences Slight Decline, Offset by Higher Nesting Success

October 22, 2024Across Our Desk

Beach-nesting piping plovers – a federally-listed threatened species and Delaware state-listed endangered species – experienced a decrease in adult pair numbers but increased nesting success in Delaware during 2024, the Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control announced today. Seven pairs of piping plovers were recorded nesting at The Point at Cape Henlopen State […]

Delaware to Hold Community Information Session September 24 on Indian River Inlet North Side Beach and Dune Repair

September 18, 2024September 18, 2024Across Our Desk

Planned Dredging and Replenishment Project Aims to Provide More Protection of Critical Infrastructure, Including State Route 1 The Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control will hold a community information session on Tuesday, September 24, 2024 to discuss the upcoming dredging and beach and dune replenishment project on the north side of the Indian […]

Mid-Atlantic Symphony Orchestra announces 27th Season “Adventures in Classical Music”

September 3, 2024Across Our Desk

The Mid-Atlantic Symphony Orchestra’s 27th season, entitled “Adventures in Classical Music,” celebrates its status as the Delmarva Peninsula’s only professional symphony orchestra. This season will include six Masterworks Series programs, consisting of 17 full orchestra performances, conducted by Grammy-winning Music Director Michael Repper, who is beginning his third season with the orchestra. Additionally, there will […]

atTAcK addiction Presents Soberfest at Hudson Fields on September 14,2024

September 3, 2024Across Our Desk

GEORGETOWN, DE Talking about substance use disorders can be difficult for those struggling to maintain sobriety as well as for their families, but it doesn’t have to be that way. On Saturday, September 14, 2024 atTAcK addiction, a statewide nonprofit founded in 2013 to support those in recovery and their families, will host the first […]

Delaware to Reopen The Point at Cape Henlopen State Park September 1, 2024

August 26, 2024Across Our Desk

A piping plover fledgling explores its newfound independence along The Point’s shoreline. Dozens of species of birds call this area home during the warmer months. The Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control will reopen a stretch of oceanside beach at The Point at Cape Henlopen State Park Sunday, September 1, 2024. The Point’s […]

atTAcK addiction to Host Two Events to Commemorate International Overdose Awareness Day

August 23, 2024August 22, 2024Across Our Desk

GLASGOW, DE As part of International Overdose Awareness Day (IOAD), atTAcK addiction will host public events next week in Georgetown and Newark to remember the thousands of lives lost in Delaware to the opioid epidemic, and to provide resources and support to the public. International Overdose Awareness Day is the largest annual campaign to end […]

Delaware Announces Opening of New Boat Ramp at Records Pond near Laurel

July 31, 2024Across Our Desk

Enhanced Facility Includes Courtesy Dock, Expanded Boat Trailer Parking and New Pier Decking for Fish Pier The Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control announced the grand opening of a new boat ramp facility at Records Pond near Laurel in Sussex County. Construction began earlier this year on the new facility – which includes […]

64th Annual Lewes Antiques & Home Décor Show & Sale

June 11, 2024Across Our Desk

64th Annual Lewes Antiques & Home Décor Show & Sale, Friday & Saturday, July 12 & 13, 2024 from 10 am to 5 pm on Friday & 10 am to 3 pm on Saturday • Admission: $5.00 • allows admission for both days. This two-day event is held at Bethel United Methodist Church, 129 W. […]

Delaware to Offer June 13, 2024 Lecture on Living Shorelines for Home and Property Owners

June 6, 2024Across Our Desk

The Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control will present a free lecture Thursday, June 13, 2024 to introduce property owners to living shorelines in Delaware, a type of green infrastructure using natural materials. The hour-long lecture hosted by the South Coastal Library in Bethany Beach begins at 2 p.m. and registration can be […]

Old Timers’ Day in Selbyville Returns on June 15, 2024

May 16, 2024May 16, 2024Across Our Desk

The 67th Old Timers’ Day Classic Car Show & Family Festival returns to Selbyville, DE on Saturday, June 15, 2024 from 8:00 am to 3:00 pm. This annual Father’s Day Weekend event is hosted by the Bethany-Fenwick Area Chamber of Commerce and the Town of Selbyville and presented by the Bunting & Murray Construction Corporation. […]

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