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Breaking News - Commissioners defer Estuary decision
Sussex County’s Planning and Zoning commissioners deferred a decision on the controversial Estuary project Thursday night, saying that they needed more time to discuss the subdivision application.

Elections bring upheavel in Bethany
It’s been an explosive week in Bethany Beach government, as the Sept. 9 elections brought about substantial change not only to two of four contested council seats but also to the Planning Commission, council officers, standing committees and even the council seat of Jack Walsh, whose term doesn’t expire until 2007.

Roth leaving town for county spot
After nearly five years as Ocean View’s Town Manager/Financial Director, Kathy Roth accepted a job with Sussex County and will vacate her town position the first week in October.

Home Depot plans expected this week
At the Sept. 12 Millville Town Council meeting, Interim Mayor Tim Droney fielded questions about the controversial Home Depot planned for the edge of the town, next to unincorporated Townsend Acres.

Minyon named to Millville Town Council
With the recent retirement of Mayor Gary Willey, Millville Town Council members had some decisions to make at their Sept. 12 meeting. The first was the selection of a new council member to fill his seat. The second was which of them should serve as deputy mayor, as Tim Droney now serves as interim mayor.

Ernesto amplifies beach erosion worries
Surfers delighted, business owners cringed and emergency responders were kept very busy over the Labor Day weekend, as the former Hurricane Ernesto brought damaging winds, heavy rain and 8-foot surf to Delaware’s beach communities.

Passed amendment allows Millville impact fee
In a special session last week scheduled to appoint judges, Sen. George Bunting (D-20th) and the state senate passed an amendment to Millville’s charter, allowing the town to implement impact fees.

Baumgart challenging Cole in 4th
Wolfgang Von Baumgart, the Sussex County chairman of the Independent Party of Delaware who lost to George Cole in the 4th district County Council race in 2002, has again filed to run against the veteran councilman

Bethany bandstand dedication set
It was a long time coming, but final work on the Bethany Beach bandstand was completed this past week — just in time for the annual Boardwalk Arts Festival on Saturday, Sept. 9.

Sands Motel buyer asks for input
Fenwick Islanders have expressed increasing concern over the viability of the town’s commercial district in recent years, as the pace of commercial-to-residential conversion has accelerated under the weight of increasing residential property costs.

Fenwick still split on comp plan
Fenwick Island officials remain split on how to pursue some kind of town comprehensive plan, judging by commentary at a Sept. 9 workshop-without-agenda (WWA).

Selbyville man dies from injuries
A Selbyville man who suffered first- and second- degree burns on 90 percent of his body after trying to reignite a backyard bonfire with an unidentified liquid died Sunday in Crozer Burn Center in Upland, Pa., according to State Fire Marshal officials.

Ocean View man beaten
A 27-year-old Ocean View man who was visiting a friend in Wilmington was beaten and robbed there early Tuesday morning while he slept, according to New Castle County Police. Police officials have yet to release his name.

Obituaries
Salvatore E. Scarfi, 74
Agnes Mae Miller, 81
Charles D. Hodgson Sr., 91

It's unbelievable
In the wake of Hurricane Katrina at this time last year, gas prices climbed to record highs across the country and locally. On Sept. 7, 2005, Delaware’s average reached a record of $3.23 for a gallon of regular unleaded gas.

Indians pull together to beat Cape
With so many players in new positions or playing at a higher level than before on Indian River’s varsity football team, it would seem logical that there may be some growing pains. But, despite glitches, the Indians came through in clutch situations for a 20-14 win over Cape Henlopen on Sept. 8.

Volleyball team spikes opponents
Last season, Delmar and Smyrna high schools added volleyball to their dance card — something that was, in fact, crucial to the creation of the Southern Henlopen Conference. Indian River won the Southern crown with an 11-7 record last season. This week in their opening week of play, the Lady Indians won their first two games by the score of 3-1 over Delmarva Christian and Southern Henlopen Conference contender Smyrna.

Soccer team kicks into hot start
Despite getting knocked off the state tournament trail last year in a second-round loss to Tower Hill, Indian River has picked up the scent by winning its first two games of the 2006 regular season.

Lady Indians go through rough spot
Two games into her Indian River varsity head-coaching debut, field hockey coach Colleen Groszer is at a loss — actually two losses. Indian River’s offense clumped together in a 2-0 season opening loss to Tatnall and then was unable to muster much of an attack until the last 15 minutes of an eventual 2-1 loss to Milford on Sept. 12.

Speedway featured 'Run What you brung' race
The Friday-night feature races at Georgetown Speedway in Georgetown on Sept. 8 were highlighted by a “Run What You Brung” race sponsored by I.G. Burton. Combined Super Late Models and Modifieds brought a variety of mostly winged cars.