2026 Bethel Town Council Members

Date Posted: Wednesday, March 4th, 2026 2026 Town Council Members: President: Pat Kough Term Expires February 2027 President Pro Tempore: Kevin Phillips Term Expires February 2028 Secretary:  Linda Crawshaw  Term Expires February 2028  Treasurer: Mark Shaver  Term Expires February 2029 Member at Large: Larry Davis Term Expires February 2029 Note: Town Council Members are elected officials serving three-year terms. Town Solicitor: Mike […]


CURRENT SUSSEX COUNTY LEASH LAW ORDINANCE

Date Posted: Wednesday, February 11th, 2026 ORDINANCE NO. 2090 AN ORDINANCE TO ADOPT CHAPTER 60 DOG CONTROL WHEREAS, House Bill 233 was signed by the Governor of Delaware on July 22, 2009; and WHEREAS, House Bill 233 transferred the responsibility of dog control from the State of Delaware to each county to commence by January 1, 2010; and WHEREAS, Dog Control […]


Dog(s) MUST Be Leashed within Bethel Town Limits

Date Posted: Tuesday, October 7th, 2025 PLEASE NOTE: ALL dogs are to be leashed while out and about within the Bethel Town Limits.  Further any/all waste must be picked up immediately by  he person in charge of the dog(s) while out in Town limits.  There are public signs posted noting this requirement in Bethel.      


FIRST STATE PLANNING – Office of State Planning (OSPC) Newsletter

Date Posted: Wednesday, September 17th, 2025 Please see the following newsletter from the OSPC: Welcome to First State Planning, the official newsletter of Delaware’s Office of State Planning Coordination (OSPC). Our mission is to improve the coordination and effectiveness of land use decisions across Delaware, ensuring a high quality of life for all residents. Through our newsletter, we aim to keep […]


LATEST TIM DUKES NEWLETTER – September 14, 2026

Date Posted: Thursday, May 29th, 2025 DelDOT Traffic Alert: Closure of the Woodland Ferry Seaford – The Delaware Department of Transportation announces the closure of the Woodland Ferry, starting TODAY (September 14th), for maintenance. The Ferry is expected to resume normal operations on Monday, September 21st. For more information, please visit www.deldot.gov.   REMINDER: DNREC will hold a community meeting on […]


Delmarva Power Grant Program Information

Date Posted: Wednesday, May 21st, 2025 Delmarva Power and Sustainable Maryland Partner to Fund $45,000 to Support Stronger, More Sustainable Communities   Funding will support organizations across Delaware and Maryland working to protect natural resources and strengthen community resilience NEWARK, D.E. (April 29, 2025) – Delmarva Power is proud to announce the opening of the Sustainable Communities Grant Program in partnership with Sustainable […]


STAY AWAY TO STAY SAFE – DELMARVA POWER

Date Posted: Wednesday, May 21st, 2025 Did you know that May is National Electrical Safety Month? At Delmarva Power, safety is our top priority – for our customers, employees, and the community. As your local energy provider, we’ve pulled together three tips for you to be safe around electricity all year-long. Be aware of the power lines where you live and work. […]


Senior Resources from Sen. Blunt-Rochester’s Newsletter Pages

Date Posted: Wednesday, March 19th, 2025 Senior Resources from Sen. Lisa Blunt-Rochester’s Newsletter Page:   Below are some helpful resources for you: Lower Energy Costs: Thanks to the Inflation Reduction Act that I helped pass last Congress, there are opportunities to lower your energy costs through tax credits and rebates. Check out energy.gov/save to learn more.  Look Before You Book: Are you thinking about booking […]


DE Launch of Agricultural Financing Program

Date Posted: Wednesday, September 11th, 2024 Delaware Launches Agricultural Financing Program   DOVER, Del. (Sept. 3, 2024) – The Delaware Department of Agriculture (DDA), in partnership with the Division of Small Business, officially launched the Delaware Agricultural Financing Program (DAFP) today. This new program aims to increase the viability of Delaware’s agricultural industry by broadening lending opportunities across the agricultural sector. “Attracting […]


Delaware Forest Service Partners with Delaware Libraries to Promote Smokey Bear Reading Challenge

Date Posted: Wednesday, January 10th, 2024 Delaware Forest Service Partners with Delaware Libraries to Promote Smokey Bear Reading Challenge DOVER, Del. (January 3, 2024) – From January 1 through November 28, 2024, the United States Forest Service and state library systems across the country are celebrating Smokey’s 80th birthday by participating in the Smokey Bear Reading Challenge. The challenge is geared towards […]