Senior Resources

Date Posted: Wednesday, September 16th, 2020 Please use the following link for resources for Seniors provided by the Community Outreach of Senior Advice: https://www.senioradvice.com/assisted-living


Concerned About Your Drinking Water?

Date Posted: Wednesday, April 4th, 2018 Making sure that your water is safe to drink is the responsibilty of private well owners. Have you had your water tested lately? Test kits for chemicals bacteria are available for just $2 each. Click on the link to learn more: http://dhss.delaware.gov/dhss/dph/hsp/privdw.html    


Our Town is Turning 225 Years Old

Date Posted: Wednesday, February 7th, 2018 2020 will be a great year for the Town of Bethel as it celebrates its 225th year of incorporation. The Town would like to invite any residents who wish to participate in planning for this occasion to join in the fun! Please call the Town office or let any council member know you are interested.


Call 8-1-1 Before You Dig

Date Posted: Wednesday, October 11th, 2017 Delmarva Power reports: Over the last few years, we have seen a rise in the number of third party dig-ins, striking underground electrical lines which is an obvious safety and reliability issue.  To solve this issue, call 8-1-1 before you dig. Refer to this document when you are getting ready to dig for more information: DPL_811_Factsheet […]


Historic Preservation Tax Credit: Would This Program Help YOU?

Date Posted: Wednesday, May 24th, 2017 Please review the attached documents for more information regarding the Historical Preservation Tax Credit program. This tax credit does not apply to only historical preservation of the town’s homes but also items like roofs, heating and cooling systems, and restoration of character such as porch add-ons! There are qualifications, but it is worth checking into […]


Residential Surveillance Needed

Date Posted: Wednesday, June 15th, 2016   Dear Residents, The Council Members of Bethel are well aware that our town is not untouched by the issues of today. They would like to do all they can to eliminate as much troubles as possible. They are asking for your help. If you see anything suspicious, please write down the details and submit […]


Mom, Did You Know I Almost Drowned?

Date Posted: Wednesday, June 15th, 2016 I learn a lot about my children when we weed the garden together.  This chore is conducive to conversation. So when my daughter asked me, “Mom, did you know I almost drowned one time?” I was ready to hear all about it.  She proceeded to tell me that she was doing “bobs” in the pool […]


Concerned about Zika?

Date Posted: Wednesday, April 20th, 2016 Homeowners can help to guard against Zika and other mosquito-borne illnesses. DNREC has posted a short Youtube video that is very informative. Take time to watch the video and implement the suggestions included here.  


FOIA Requests

Date Posted: Wednesday, April 13th, 2016 FOIA requests may now be made directly from our website. Look for the “Contact Us” tab on the navigation menu; then select “FOIA Request Form” from the drop-down menu.  You can also download a PDF form to submit your request in writing as well as view any related applicable fees.


President Letter

Date Posted: Tuesday, August 18th, 2015 Bethel is a small, well-preserved 19th century shipbuilding and trading community, located on Broad Creek in western Sussex County between Seaford and Laurel. Wooden sailing vessels were constructed by Bethel’s skilled ship carpenters until the early -20th century. The most significant class of Bethel craft were the Chesapeake sailing rams, which originated from this Broad […]