News Briefs 3/24/26

Airport advisory committee meets March 25

The Delaware Coastal Airport Advisory Committee will meet at 6 p.m., Wednesday, March 25, at the Sussex County Emergency Operations Center, 21911 Rudder Lane, Georgetown.

The group will receive updates on a new parallel taxiway B, natural gas extension and fire department training. See the full agenda at sussexcountyde.gov.

Dewey BoA hearings March 25

The Dewey Beach Board of Adjustment will hold three public hearings starting at 6 p.m., Wednesday, March 25, at the town lifesaving station, 1 Dagsworthy Ave.

The hearings cover four requests. One submitted by Tina Halle of Stanley Halle Companies regarding 4 Seastrand Court, Unit 10, is for a variance from code to add a half-story to a nonconforming townhome with party walls extending into the required 8-foot side yard setback. Two requests are by Jasin Kania of Swell Design Build regarding 203 Carolina St., first, for a variance to permit reconstruction of a previously nonconforming residential structure that has been demolished, using the existing foundation, including construction of the west wall extending 1.8 feet into the required 8-foot side yard setback; and second, for an appeal from the building officials’ interpretation that town code does not permit rebuilding of a nonconforming dwelling that has been demolished by the intentional actions of a contractor.  The final request by Harold Dukes, legal representative for the Dewey Villas Condo Association, regarding 24 Dickinson Ave, Unit 9A, is for a special exception to permit the structure located at the southeastern corner of the lot to be recognized as a residential rental unit.

See the agenda and virtual meeting link at townofdeweybeach.gov/meetings.

Lewes art panel to meet March 25

The Lewes Public Art Committee will hold its monthly meeting at 5:30 p.m., Wednesday, March 25, at the Rollins Center.

The agenda includes discussion and possible action on the Spring 2026 Public Art Bus Tour & Lecture Series.

See the full agenda and meeting link at lewes.civicweb.net.

Lewes council work session March 25

Lewes Mayor and City Council will hold its monthly work session at 10 a.m., Wednesday, March 25, at the Rollins Center.

The agenda includes discussion of residency requirements for properties with accessory dwelling units.

See the full agenda and meeting link at lewes.civicweb.net.

Cape school board meeting March 26

The Cape Henlopen School District Board of Education will meet at 6 p.m., Thursday, March 26, at Love Creek Elementary School.

The meeting will kick off with a safety and security update regarding constables and school resource officers, followed by a presentation and discussion about student voice and the school board.

Board members will then discuss and possibly vote on two board policies: one relating to student assignment within the district and one on enrollment, and the release of students and student information. These two policies were first discussed at a March 12 workshop meeting.

A number of other policies on topics including  student records, resource materials, and instructional methods, materials and supplies, will be presented and discussed, but no action will be taken.

A presentation, discussion and possible action on the district’s February financial statements is also on the agenda

See the agenda and virtual meeting link at capehenlopenschools.com/board-of-education.

Delaware Women’s Hall of Fame nominations due April 2

Gov. Matt Meyer and the Office of Women’s Advancement and Advocacy are still accepting nominations of women for induction into the Delaware Women’s Hall of Fame and for the She’s On Her Way Award for 2026. The deadline for submissions is midnight, Thursday, April 2.

Nomination forms are available online at dhr.delaware.gov/women/halloffame/index.shtml. 

The hall of fame was established in 1981 to recognize the achievements of outstanding Delaware women and their contributions to communities across the state. The program honors women who have made an important and lasting impact on the lives of Delawareans, have resided in the state for at least 10 years during their lifetime and have accomplishments that leave a lasting legacy. The 2026 induction ceremony will be held in the fall.

The She’s On Her Way Award, organized by the Delaware Commission for Women, recognizes the achievements and celebrates the contributions of talented young female leaders making a difference in Delaware. A celebratory luncheon will be held in June. All nominees must be women between 18 and 30 years of age as of Tuesday, June 30.

Apply by April 21 for LFD scholarship

The Lewes Fire Department is accepting applications for the T.A. Shipley Scholarship, which is available to all high school seniors who live within the LFD service area (see map in application). Interested students are required to complete the application at forms.gle/J3yWnCWbMMzMdk9T8, and it must be submitted no later than Tuesday, April 21.

WilmU partners with union to bolster workforce pathways

Wilmington University and the Laborers’ International Union of North America Local 199 have partnered to advance collaboration among industry, labor and academia, building a more inclusive, innovative and resilient workforce. The partnership connects registered apprenticeship training with a clear, college-credit pathway, expanding access to advancement for working adults and meeting workforce needs across the region.

A cornerstone of this collaboration is establishing a formal apprenticeship-to-degree pathway that builds on Wilmington University’s STEP Path for the Vocational Workforce model. Under this initiative, individuals who complete the Construction Craft Laborer registered apprenticeship are eligible to receive 33 credits toward a bachelor of applied business degree with a concentration in construction management. Participants can also earn up to nine additional credits for other approved training courses, bringing the total to 42 credits toward their degree.

Founded in 1953, Delaware Laborers Local 199 serves skilled men and women who help build and maintain Delaware’s roads, bridges, schools, commercial buildings, water and sewer systems, and critical public infrastructure. Through registered apprenticeship and ongoing training programs, Local 199 provides clear career pathways that allow workers to develop specialized skills, earn industry-recognized credentials and advance into leadership roles.