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Coastal flood warnings, advisory issued for Delaware. New moon partly to blame

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March 9, 2024

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Coastal flood warnings, advisory issued for Delaware. New moon partly to blame

Delaware is under coastal flood warnings and an advisory partly due to a new moon.

The weather service said that tide levels are elevated due to the new moon this weekend, with rain runoff possibly adding to the high volumes.

According to the National Weather Service, Kent and New Castle counties are under coastal flood warnings until Sunday, with 1-2 feet of water inundation above ground level expected in low-lying areas.

Sussex County is under a coastal flood advisory ending Sunday.

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Windy conditions are also expected throughout the weekend into Monday, according to the weather service, with wind gusts as high as 45 mph in certain parts of the region.

With rain expected throughout Saturday, here is the extended forecast for Delaware, with sunny days ahead.

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New Castle County extended weather forecast

New Castle County is under a coastal flood warning until March 10 at 4 p.m., according to the weather service.

Wind gusts are expected to be as high as 45 mph on both Sunday and Monday night.

Here is the extended forecast:

Saturday, March 9: Rain, patchy fog, and breezy conditions expected, with possible thunderstorm before 11 p.m. High of 53 degrees and low of 41 degrees.

Sunday, March 10: Partly sunny, breezy. High of 50 degrees with low of 33 degrees.

Monday, March 11: Sunny. High of 51 degrees and low of 35 degrees.

Tuesday, March 12: Sunny. High of 61 degrees and low of 42 degrees.

Wednesday, March 13: Mostly sunny. High of 65 degrees and low of 44 degrees.

Thursday, March 14: Mostly sunny. High of 69 degrees and low of 48 degrees.

Friday, March 15: Chance of showers. High of 66 degrees.

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Kent County extended weather forecast

Kent County is under a coastal flood warning until Sunday at noon, according to the weather service.

Wind gusts are expected to reach as high as 45 mph on Sunday, and 40 mph on Monday.

Here is the extended forecast for Kent County.

Saturday, March 9: Rain and patchy fog, with thunderstorms possible after 4 p.m. High of 54 degrees and low of 43 degrees.

Sunday, March 10: Partly sunny and breezy. High of 50 degrees and low of 34 degrees.

Monday, March 11: Sunny and breezy. High of 51 degrees with low of 36 degrees.

Tuesday, March 12: Sunny. High of 62 degrees with low of 42 degrees.

Wednesday, March 13: Mostly sunny. High of 65 degrees with low of 44 degrees.

Thursday, March 14: Mostly sunny. High of 69 degrees with low of 50 degrees.

Friday, March 15: Chance of showers. High of 67 degrees.

Sussex County extended weather forecast

Sussex County is under a coastal flood advisory until noon Sunday, according to the weather service.

Wind gusts are expected to reach as high as 45 mph on Sunday and Monday.

Here is the extended forecast for the county:

Saturday, March 9: Rainy and breezy, with thunderstorms possible after 4 p.m. High of 56 degrees and low of 44 degrees.

Sunday, March 10: Mostly sunny and breezy. High of 51 degrees and low of 35 degrees.

Monday, March 11: Sunny and windy. High of 52 degrees and low of 37 degrees.

Tuesday, March 12: Sunny. High of 63 degrees and low of 42 degrees.

Wednesday, March 13: Mostly sunny. High of 66 degrees and low of 44 degrees.

Thursday, March 14: Mostly sunny. High of 70 degrees with low of 49 degrees.

Friday, March 15: Partly sunny. High of 68 degrees.

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Done Deal: 695 Delaware Avenue – Buffalo Rising

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10 hours ago

December 12, 2025

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Done Deal: 695 Delaware Avenue – Buffalo Rising

Ellicott Development has expanded it local property portfolio. Ellicott’s 4628 Group Inc. purchased 695 Delaware Avenue on Wednesday for $1.025 million. Fred Kaplan Living Trust was the seller. The 8,454 sq.ft., three-story barn-like structure with mansard roofed addition is occupied by media production and marketing firm Crosswater Digital Media. It was the home of WKBW radio for a number of years. The property totals 0.4 acres in size with a large parking lot fronting Delaware Avenue.

The property is bookended by the Westbrook Apartments and Wilcox House apartment buildings, both ten-story structures. It sits across the street from 700 Delaware, the former Computer Task Group Building Ellicott purchased in 2018 and is now occupied by the NYS Department of Environmental Conservation.

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Man, 77, dies after collision with teen driver near Hartly, police say

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December 11, 2025

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Man, 77, dies after collision with teen driver near Hartly, police say

A 77-year-old man died following a two-car crash near Hartly on the morning of Dec. 10, Delaware State Police said.

The man, from the Dover area, has not been identified by police pending family notification.

According to police reports, the man was driving a Honda Accord east on Judith Road approaching Hartly Road about 9 a.m., as an 18-year-old woman was driving a Ford Focus south on Hartly Road approaching Judith Road.

Police reported that a preliminary investigation shows the Honda moved from the stop sign into the Ford’s path, causing a collision.

The man was pronounced dead at the scene. The woman, from Hartly, was treated at the scene. Police said she refused to be taken to a hospital.

Send tips or story ideas to Esteban Parra at (302) 324-2299 or eparra@delawareonline.com.

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Delaware County approves 19% property tax hike in 4-1 vote

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December 11, 2025

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Delaware County approves 19% property tax hike in 4-1 vote

MEDIA, Pa. (WPVI) — Delaware County Council voted 4-1 Wednesday night to approve a budget that includes a 19% property tax increase, despite objections from residents.

Property owners with a home assessed at $255,000 will pay about $188 more annually under the new budget, which takes effect next month.

Before the vote, some residents urged council to reconsider.

“I ask council to revisit the proposed budget, forgo voting tonight, avoid solving the entire deficit on the back of the hardworking taxpayers,” said Cynthia Sabitini of Upper Providence Township.

One councilmember agreed, but most did not.

“Simply put, I feel that the increase is too drastic,” said Councilmember Elaine Paul Schaefer.

“This needs to occur. I don’t like it, but it’s what has to occur,” said Councilmember Kevin Madden.

The hike follows a 23% increase last year and a 5% increase the year before. County officials say tax hikes were minimal for a decade, forcing steep increases now.

The current all-Democratic council argues they’re righting the financial ship after past Republican leaders didn’t do enough.

“For the first time in more than a decade, this budget puts Delaware County on track to have a truly balanced budget,” said Council Chair Dr. Monica Taylor.

County leaders say the increase addresses a structural deficit, but opponents blame spending on projects such as de-privatizing George Hill Correctional Center and creating a health department.

“How do you justify coming in with a deficit and then saying you’re repairing it after you grew it?” said Michael Straw of Media Borough Republicans.

Officials say future hikes should be minimal if the county makes any request at all, but some remain skeptical.

“I have my doubts that we won’t be seeing increases in the future,” Straw said.

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