Salvatore Grasso is a New Jersey native who joined the CoastTV team in 2026 following his graduation from Rutgers. Now on Delmarva, he is excited to explore the many beaches and parks the region has to offer.
Sussex County Council voted 5-0 to approve a new forest preservation ordinance requiring developers to retain 30% of existing forest in designated growth areas and 50% in rural areas. The ordinance also sets new forest definitions, replanting requirements and a five-year look-back provision. The rules take effect three months after approval and will not apply to completed applications already on file before the effective date.
A traffic improvement project at Holland Glade Road and Coastal Highway in Rehoboth remains unfinished nearly a year after construction began. The new signal is active, but additional work is still needed to complete the four-way intersection, while people in the area say construction has contributed to confusion and congestion.
The Town of Lewes is marking its 12th year participating in the national Turn The Towns Teal campaign, an effort aimed at increasing awareness of ovarian cancer and its symptoms. This Ties That Bind Us is sponsored by Matt The Carpet Guy.
Renovations at the Milton Theatre are bringing new studios, rehearsal areas and backstage space to the historic venue.
The Sussex County Council meet on Tuesday to discuss specific regulations for a forest preservation ordinance. Under the proposed rules, a forest must cover at least acre and meet tree density, size and width requirement.
A new recreational facility has been recommended for approval by The Sussex County Planning and Zoning Commission. The new facility would feature a swimming pool, new indoor racquet courts, and additional parking.
Gas reached a state average of $4.15 on Friday, five cents higher than the national average at $4.10, according to AAA.
The Milford Public Library has began renovations for their Centennial Transformation Project.
The Maryland Department of the Environment has announced a very unhealthy air quality index for the state of Maryland.
