19956 Community Pulse

Holiday plans across the 19956 area face disruptions from rising storm chances and dangerous heat.

• Storm coverage grows from isolated today to more...

Nearly 1,200 locals turned out despite the heat for Stars Over Sussex at the Lewes Ferry terminal, enjoying a local-themed drone show, fireworks, and Fleetwood Macked.

Fourth of July Heat Safety

• 🔥 Extreme heat around 100 degrees is forecast for the holiday weekend, requiring hydration, lightweight clothing,...

DNREC's proposed updates would require surf fishing vehicle reservations at drive-on beaches during peak summer weekends and holidays. This directly...

Current heat in Sussex County is serious for seniors and outdoor workers but falls well short of Delaware's 1930 record of 110 degrees in Millsboro....

Even as temps hit 100 degrees, local waters delivered solid action for Delmarva anglers.

• Chance Rogers, 13, hauled in two sheepshead (10.34 and...

Extreme heat around 100 degrees will challenge holiday celebrations across the Cape Region.

• Stay safe: Drink water often, wear light clothes and...

Heat Safety Alerts

• 🔥 Recognize Heat Illness Signs: Health officials urge residents to watch for weakness, fatigue, dizziness and nausea during...

• Blood drive set for Tuesday, July 28, 10 a.m.–3 p.m. at St. Stephen’s Church/Camelot Hall, 103 E. State St.
• Walk-ins welcome, but appointments...

Health officials warn rising heat and humidity through the holiday weekend raise risks for older adults, young children, and those with health...

Free family fun kicks off right after July 4 across Sussex County near ZIP 19956.

• Lewes SummerScape offers weekly outdoor concerts Wednesdays at 7...

The Indian River School District board is requesting quarterly reports on its SRO program to track complaints and activities, reflecting strong...

Delaware schools will continue the National School Lunch, Breakfast, and After School Snack programs next year, letting 19956 families apply for free...

Georgetown locals can donate blood July 8 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Sussex County Family Court to help fix critically low supplies and honor fallen officers via C.O.P.S. Appointments encouraged; snacks provided.

Heat Wave Event Changes

• 🔥 Bethany Beach Parade Canceled: Bethany Beach canceled its July 3 Independence Day Parade due to extreme heat, with...

Brian Rowe, a 2006 Sussex Tech carpentry graduate, completed new soccer and baseball fields for his alma mater using his local company. The vocational...

Extreme heat advisories are prompting cancellations and adjustments across Delaware to protect residents and visitors.

• Bethany Beach cancels its...

Two local events mark Independence Day weekend in Sussex County.

• Old Christ Church in Laurel opens July 5 for a 10 a.m. service and 1-4 p.m. tours...

Laurel faces a hot Friday with highs near 90 degrees under partly sunny skies.

• Breeze offers little relief: Southwest winds 5-10 mph throughout the...

Check Laurel's animated radar for precipitation trends covering the past hour, now, and the next hour ahead. Find out if rain or snow is coming your way.