Bethany Beach News Archives

DEWEY BEACH -- Get ready for some high-flying, edge-of-your-seat action as the Skim USA Zap Pro Am Tour rolls into town May 31 and June 1. Professionals and amateurs alike will make their way to the Indian ...

Prepare your tastebuds for a major test. The latest edition of the Bethany-Fenwick Area Chamber of Commerce's Taste of Coastal Delaware is returning to the shore June 8 with a slightly different look, but the ...

BETHANY BEACH - Everything was in place to kick off a summer of discontent. Ever-rising gasoline prices.

The US average price of unleaded petrol rose 2 US cents overnight as almost a fourth of Americans shortened or abandoned plans for the Memorial Day weekend, traditionally the beginning of summer travel.

BETHANY BEACH -- Garfield Parkway could be seeing some changes in the near future.

Crews from three fire companies battled a blaze for more than two hours west of the city.

BETHANY BEACH -- Most people would agree they can forego the extra pair of shoes or new golf clubs, but let's look at the price tag of an item many people are reluctant to give up, despite financial concerns: ...

“We knew folks were going to be here”

A picture perfect beach day brought hundreds of people to Rehoboth Beach on Saturday. via Delaware Coast Press

Salvage crews continue to work to free a beached research vessel near Bethany Beach. via Delaware Coast Press

“That's what we would do. ...You need to jack down, turn tail, and flee for safe harbor.”

By Ginger Gibson and Aaron Nathans * The News Journal * May 15, 2008 The dangers of working on platforms in the ocean are well known to the hundreds of oil and gas employees who work in the Gulf of Mexico. via Delaware Coast Press

“He reported that the boat was breaking apart and taking on water”

One of two men plucked by a helicopter from a research vessel foundering off the Delaware coast in storm-churned seas died Monday, officials said. via WBAL-AM Baltimore

“Everyone here at Bluewater Wind is deeply saddened by this tragic occurrence. Our thoughts and prayers are with the captain's family, friends, and loved ones.”

One of two captains crewing the liftboat Russell W. Peterson died today after both were taken off the vessel when the Coast Guard responded to an 8.46 a.m. distress call. via Marine Log

“What we do is we take fresh ingredients and prepare them in a quick style environment”

BETHANY BEACH -- Fresh Mexican food isn't always easy to find, but Baja Beach House Grill owner Rick Hundley believes he's found it in his restaurant. via The Daily Times

“Seasonal (rentals) are a little bit off from last year, but higher dollar weeklies have made up for that income”

REHOBOTH BEACH -- Despite otherwise dismal news in real estate, Realtors along the coastline say this year the options for last-minute vacationers are better than ever. via The Daily Times

“Nobody has responsibility over public safety in recreational waters. DNREC has no responsibility over the towns. They can tell towns there's a red tide and can suggest an advisory be posted, but (town officials) don't have to do anything about it.”

The coast of Delaware was visited by the Karenia brevis dinoflagellate --better known as red tide --late last summer, and is suspected of making dozens of people sick during July and August. via The Daily Times - Salisbury, Md.

“I think a lot of people are scared. It's a habit they are so used to doing”

It's time to cut expenses. Most people would agree they can forego the extra pair of shoes or new golf clubs, but let's look at the price tag of an item many people are reluctant to give up, despite financial ... via The Daily Times - Salisbury, Md.

The last days of campaigning for two seats on the Indian River School Board are winding down, with an election scheduled next week. via The Daily Times - Salisbury, Md.

“The effect of high fuel prices are felt not only at the pump, but also at the grocery stores.”

BETHANY BEACH --As the mercury rises, so does the amount of traffic on area roadways. via The Daily Times

“When (the business) started we were just an accessory and window treatment store”

MILLVILLE -- The 1970s brought suburbs, bean bag chairs and avocado-colored appliances to the lifestyles of Americans. via The Daily Times

Next week, representatives of Bethany Beach, Fenwick Island, South Bethany and Sea Colony -- referred to as The Big Four -- and the Bethany Beach Volunteer Fire Company will gather to sign an agreement ... via The Daily Times - Salisbury, Md.

“Not only is there no vote taken, there's no hearing. There's no opportunity for the public to be heard.”

A resolution approving a wind farm off the shore of Rehoboth Beach would pass if voted on by the Senate today, two Democratic and two Republican senators told The News Journal this week. via News Journal

“There was a slow start in the Lewes and Rehoboth Beach areas, but we are expanding.”

LEWES -- Faith is usually a personal matter, but one group in Sussex County is working to spread their deeply held beliefs. via The Daily Times