Lewes to Conduct Hydrant Flow Test of Wednesday

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The Water Department in Lewes will conduct Hydrant Flow Test on Wednesday, September 21. Residents may experience low water pressure or discolored water for up to 24 hours. You’re asked to run your water on cold for 10 to 15 minutes until it clears. It’s also advised that you NOT do laundry during this time.…

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A Salute For Outgoing Lewes Mayor Ted Becker

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Outgoing Lewes Mayor Ted Becker will be honored for his achievements in office this afternoon (Friday). Mayor and Council invite the public to a tribute to Becker for his service as Mayor, Council member and as a member of the Planning Commission. The celebration takes place between 2:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. at Margaret H.…

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Lewes Invites Public Comment On Outdoor Amplified Music Proposal

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Lewes Mayor and Council are considering an amendment to the noise ordinance concerning outdoor live entertainment at restaurants and amplification.Establishments that serve alcohol would be permitted to offer live music with external speakers between noon and 10 p.m., unless the state Alcohol Beverage Control Commissioner specifies that it should stop earlier.Residents and property owners within…

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Lewes Invites Views On City Parking Issues

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Some have described parking at the beaches as ‘the Wild, Wild West.’ That includes Lewes, which has begun a virtual public workshop on beach-related parking issues. A parking permit process is under consideration. The city is attempting to develop a solution that is fair and equitable to residents, business people and visitors. Something needs to…

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Lewes Mayor Recovering From Heart Surgery

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Lewes Mayor Ted Becker has been convalescing in Washington D.C. after undergoing open heart surgery about a month ago. According to the city, Becker is expected to return to Lewes this week to continue cardiac rehab. He is expected to make a full recovery. Becker continues to engage in his duties as Mayor with members…

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City of Lewes Looking for Donation of Christmas Tree

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Christmas is still some time off – but the City of Lewes is looking for a donation of a Christmas tree for the upcoming holiday season. The tree should be 30 feet tall and nicely shaped – which will be installed at Zwaanendael Park. If you have a tree that you’d like to see at…

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Lewes Summer Concert Series Returns

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The City of Lewes is excited to announce the Lewes Summer Concert Series lineup in Stango Park for 2020, with some modifications for social distancing.  The first concert will be Tuesday June 23rd at 7:00 p.m. with the Delaware 287th Army Band.  All concerts will start at 7:00 p.m. and be located outdoors in Stango Park.  There…

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City of Lewes & DNREC Cracking Down on Illegal Storage in Dunes

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Delaware’s Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control and the City of Lewes will launch an awareness campaign next week aimed at clearing the Lewes dune of personal effects such as boats and kayaks that are stored illegally on the dune – not only causing harm to the dune but preventing it from protecting coastal properties…

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No Municipal Election for Lewes Residents in May

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Thursday was the filing deadline for candidates running for mayor of Lewes.  No one has filed to run against Ted Becker so he will return to the Mayor’s office for another three years.  There will be no election on May 11.  

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