Coastal Point viewpoint 2007.10.12
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Coastal Point • RUSLANA LAMBERT
Some of our four-legged friends enjoy a natural buffet at Hi Point Farm. See page B1 for more. GO>
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South Coastal library project put on hold
Construction on the expansion of the South Coastal Library in Bethany will have to be placed on the back burner for at least a few weeks, as recent bids on the project will be rejected due to non-compliance with proper bidding procedures.
Comp plan tackles water, wastewater, housing, and economy
In this second of a series of articles detailing elements of Sussex County’s current draft of this 2007 County Comprehensive Plan Update, released Sept. 25, the Coastal Point will look at sections of the plan dealing with water and wastewater, housing and economic development.
Bridge contract now expected within a year
State officials are nearing the next stage in the bidding process for the construction of a new Indian River Inlet Bridge, according to Delaware Department of Transportation (DelDOT) spokesman Darrel Cole.
Bethany Beach officials talk stormwater, budget
Bethany Beach’s Budget and Financial Committee discussed several financial issues at their Oct. 5 meeting, including ongoing concern about Pennsylvania Avenue’s stormwater drainage situation.
Route 1 ready to rumble
Dr. John G. Griffith, a cancer specialist at Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore, died on July 28, about 7:43 a.m., as he fixed a broken bicycle chain while on a bike ride down Route 1, south of the Indian River Inlet Bridge.
Millville to extend police coverage in town
Citing a need to provide more safety for the town’s residents and businesses, the Millville Town Council voted unanimously Tuesday night to sign a contract with the Delaware State Police that will provide 16 hours of police protection each week.
The Agenda
Tower's restoration plans unveiled
Soon, visitors to the Delaware shore and locals who travel Route 1 will no longer have to wonder from afar about the famous towers that stand along the coastline — at least, not if the Delaware Seashore Preservation Foundation (DSPF) and Fort Miles Historical Association (FMHA) have their way.
DNREC pushing for shorter dunes in Bethany
Bethany Beach residents and property owners continued this week to express concern over the impact of their new dune on the view from the town’s boardwalk, as work on the landmark 50-year beach reconstruction project moved to the north of the boardwalk.
Ocean View water may come with unanticipated cost
Ocean View officials are concerned the town’s property owners might get even more sticker shock than they heretofore expected when they hook up to the town’s central water service in 2008. That extra cost could come in the form of fees charged to abandon their existing wells or to convert them to “agricultural use” for irrigation and other such purposes.
A monkey on his back
“It’s cute. But, still, it’s a harness for a child.”
Obituaries
Robert M. Burke Jr., 64
Norman Conaway
Mabel C. Evans, 97
Thomas C. Goldhahn, 70
Michael J. Panco Jr., 68
Pumpkin pursuit: the ultimate Autumn quest
With record-breaking temperatures this past week, one of the last things on most people’s minds is the imposing autumn season (which started Sept. 23, mind you). For those of us who have managed to realize that it is the second week of October, myself included, we have taken the time to adorn our homes with one of the most recognizable and trajectory-friendly pieces of produce out there, the pumpkin.
Hi Point Farm is tops for any occasion
Few people are lucky enough to have the view outside their home that Diane Turner wakes up to every morning. But this restaurateur-turned-caterer and hostess has found a way to allow others experience this same sight, while creating memories that will last a lifetime.
Indians fall against defending champs Delmar
Last year, Delmar defeated Indian River’s varsity football team 28-21 and went on to win the Southern Division championship. The Indians had held the title three consecutive years, dating back to 2003. Even after last year’s turn of events, Delmar knew that Indian River is a dangerous team and that this year’s game could hold the key to another division championship for either team.
Lady Indians tally third straight win
After a slow start to the 2007 field hockey season, the Lady Indians have picked up the pace by winning three straight games, including a 4-3 overtime win over Polytech on Oct. 9.
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