A proposal by a homeowner to purchase over 1,400 sq ft of city-owned parkland in Rehoboth Beach has been denied by city officials.
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Brandon joined the CoastTV News team in June 2024. He is a Full Sail University graduate from the Dan Patrick School of Sportscasting program, earning a Bachelor's Degree.
DNREC has issued a recreational water advisory for Bethany Beach due to bacteria levels.
The 2025 White Marlin Open, the world’s largest billfishing tournament, concluded with over $7 million awarded in prize money to anglers competing in the white marlin, blue marlin, tuna, wahoo, and dolphin categories.
Michael Jordan’s yacht Catch 23, captained by Trey "Cricket" McMillan, secured second place in the 2025 White Marlin Open after landing a 71-pound white marlin, earning $385,397.65 and adding to Jordan’s growing sportfishing legacy.
Delaware Election Commissioner Michael Albence responded to Republican inquiries regarding absentee ballots and an election officer incident. Absentee ballot procedures were followed, and efforts to improve election officer training were highlighted, despite recent law changes.
More than 5,000 sq ft of the fishing pier at Cape Henlopen State Park is closed due to structural concerns. Park officials consider expensive repair or rebuild options, with funding currently unavailable.
Delaware lawmakers introduce legislation to ease financial burdens caused by recent property tax reassessments. Bills aim to reset school tax rates, provide tax refunds for appeals, offer payment plans, and lower penalties for impacted residents.
After a narrow 121-vote loss in District 20’s special election, the Sussex GOP praised candidate Nikki Miller, highlighted campaign progress, announced voter outreach events, and vowed to strengthen operations and strategy ahead of the 2026 election.
The Sussex County Land Use group is finalizing land use recommendations for the County Council, focusing on development and conservation efforts like forest preservation and strategic density adjustments.