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Great Outdoor Dining at the Delaware Beaches
Enjoy summer dining with waterfront views at top Coastal Delaware spots like Wheelhouse, The Blue Hen, and Mango’s—perfect for seafood, cocktails, and live music.


Welcome to The Tide Report! 🌊 Each week, we’ll catch you up on what’s happening around Coastal Delaware—from local news and exciting new developments to can’t-miss events and inside scoops. Whether you live here or just love spending time at the beach, this is your go-to for staying in the loop. Let’s dive in!
Great Outdoor Dining at the Delaware Beaches
Top Summer Camps in Coastal Delaware
Rehoboth Beach Unveils New Beach Patrol Facility
Belle Mead Project Backed By County Panel for Approval
Coastal Delaware Enhances Traffic Safety with New Measures
Sussex County Sets New Environmental Standards for Creekside Project
New Delaware License Plate Supports Animal Welfare Statewide
DelDOT Announces Major Route 16 Upgrades in Milton
New Park, Housing Projects, and Ferry Boat Progress: Updates in Lewes
Sussex County Panel Advances Smart Growth Guidelines
Secure Your Spot at Brookland Farm
Sneak Peek at Black Oak Site Plan
Mid-Atlantic Sea Glass & Coastal Arts Festival
Nassau Valley Vineyards Farmers’ Market
National Trails Day
Taj Mahal & Keb' Mo' Live
Can’t-Miss Events in Coastal Delaware This Weekend


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Great Outdoor Dining at the Delaware Beaches
Enjoy summer dining with waterfront views at top Coastal Delaware spots like Wheelhouse, The Blue Hen, and Mango’s—perfect for seafood, cocktails, and live music.


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Top Summer Camps in Coastal Delaware
Coastal Delaware offers a variety of engaging summer camps for children of all ages and interests. From arts with the Rehoboth Art League and theater programs at the Milton Theatre to nature-based adventures at Cape Henlopen State Park, families can find the perfect fit for their kids.

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Rehoboth Beach Unveils New Beach Patrol Facility
Rehoboth Beach has opened a new $5.7M Beach Patrol headquarters with upgraded public restrooms, lifeguard space, and medical bays. The facility enhances safety and visitor access at Baltimore Avenue.

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Belle Mead Project Backed By County Panel for Approval
The Sussex County Planning and Zoning Commission has recommended approval for the Belle Mead development near Lewes. The 32-acre mixed-use project includes 334 multifamily units, 72,000 sq. ft. of commercial space, and designates at least 10% of the apartments as affordable housing. The plan also features a $2.8 million investment in road improvements and partial preservation of woodland areas.

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Coastal Delaware Enhances Traffic Safety with New Measures
Rehoboth Beach has installed AI-powered license plate cameras to aid law enforcement, while Dewey Beach is introducing jaywalking fines to promote pedestrian safety. These initiatives reflect a broader commitment to safer streets during the busy summer season.

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Sussex County Sets New Environmental Standards for Creekside Project
Sussex County Council has approved the Creekside development in Long Neck with enhanced environmental safeguards, including stricter erosion controls and expanded natural buffers to protect Guinea Creek and Rehoboth Bay. These measures aim to set a precedent for future waterfront developments.

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New Delaware License Plate Supports Animal Welfare Statewide
Delaware drivers can now support animal welfare with a new specialty license plate. Priced at $50, $35 from each sale goes to the State Spay Neuter Fund, aiding low-income pet owners, community cat programs, and shelters. Available through the DMV, this initiative helps reduce pet overpopulation across the state.

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DelDOT Announces Major Route 16 Upgrades in Milton
DelDOT has unveiled plans to enhance Route 16 in Milton, including a new traffic signal at Mulberry Street, intersection improvements at Route 5, and a proposed roundabout at Route 30. These projects aim to improve safety and traffic flow, with public feedback encouraged through ongoing surveys.

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New Park, Housing Projects, and Ferry Boat Progress: Updates in Lewes
Lewes is embracing growth with a proposed pocket park along the Lewes-to-Georgetown Trail, the development of 84 affordable apartments in Angola, and plans for a $74M hybrid-electric ferry.


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Sussex County Panel Advances Smart Growth Guidelines
Sussex County's Land Use Reform Working Group is progressing toward new development guidelines focused on sustainable growth, affordable housing, and infrastructure alignment. Recent discussions emphasized mixed-use zoning in urban areas while preserving rural and natural lands. Final recommendations are expected later this year.

Secure Your Spot at Brookland Farm
Brookland Farm is now selling, with limited Phase One homesites available just minutes from Delaware’s beaches. Single-family homes start from the $500s, and pre-construction incentives are available for a short time. Act now to lock in early pricing and top homesite choices by contacting us.

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Sneak Peek at Black Oak Site Plan
You’re some of the first people to see the Black Oak site plan before it’s released to the public! (SHHHHH!) This highly anticipated community of just 127 single-family homes is a rare opportunity to live east of Route 1 on New Road. Founders get first pick of premium homesites and floor plans—plus exclusive launch incentives! Act fast to lock in savings and your ideal lot by contacting us today!


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