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The 53rd Annual White Marlin Open Returns to Ocean City with a New Twist for 2026

Photo credit: Marlin Mag

Every summer, Ocean City, Maryland becomes the center of the sportfishing world, and 2026 promises to be one of the most exciting years yet. The 53rd Annual White Marlin Open will take place August 3–8, 2026, bringing thousands of anglers, spectators, and fishing enthusiasts together for what is widely known as the world's largest and richest billfish tournament.

This year, tournament organizers have introduced a major change designed to give competitors more flexibility and a better chance to fish favorable conditions offshore. For the first time in tournament history, teams will fish under a new "Fish 3 of 6" format, allowing boats to choose any three fishing days during the six-day tournament window. The additional day…

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Bethany Beach Dune Work Update & News

Credit to: Coastal Point, Susan Canfora

Photo credit: DNREC

Mayor Ron Calef reported that while recent storms have reduced portions of the dunes, much of that sand has naturally shifted onto the beach and into the surf, helping preserve the shoreline. Public Works and DNREC were recognized for quickly reinstalling accessibility mats and repairing dune crossovers in time for the summer season. Visitors will also notice new seating areas and a durable concrete retaining wall at First and Second Streets.

Nature Center May Reopen This Summer
The Town is working with the Delaware Nature Society on an agreement to operate the Bethany Beach Nature Center. If approved, the organization would oversee staffing and programming, with the goal of reopening the…

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Shifting Market in Bear Trap Dunes

*Data was derived from the Sussex County MLS. Includes properties sold in Ocean View. May not reflect all activity in the marketplace.

One of the questions we're asked often is what type of market we're in. While we always share what we're seeing firsthand, we also believe in supporting this with market data. That's why twice a year, we analyze absorption rates to measure overall conditions and share those results with you.

By comparing the pace of sales over the past 12 months with the current inventory, we calculate the Months Supply of Inventory—a key indicator of market balance. In our market, about 6 months of inventory is considered balanced. Fewer indicates a seller's market, while more suggests a…

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Shifting Summer Market in Bayside

*Data was derived from the Sussex County MLS. Includes resale properties sold inBayside. May not reflect all activity in the marketplace.

One of the questions we're asked often is what type of market we're in. While we always share what we're seeing firsthand, we also believe in supporting this with market data. That's why twice a year, we analyze absorption rates to measure overall conditions and share those results with you.

By comparing the pace of sales over the past 12 months with the current inventory, we calculate the Months Supply of Inventory—a key indicator of market balance. In our market, about 6 months of inventory is considered balanced. Fewer indicates a seller's market, while more suggests a buyer's market. 

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Strong Market in Ocean View

*Data was derived from the Sussex County MLS. Includes properties sold in Ocean View. May not reflect all activity in the marketplace.

One of the questions we're asked often is what market we're in at the beach. While we always share what we're seeing firsthand, we also believe in supporting this with market data. That's why twice a year, we analyze absorption rates to measure overall conditions and share those results with you.

By comparing the pace of sales over the past 12 months with the current inventory, we calculate the Months Supply of Inventory—a key indicator of market balance. In our market, about 6 months of inventory is considered balanced. Fewer indicates a seller's market, while more suggests a…

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Strong Market in Sea Colony

*Data was derived from the Sussex County MLS. Includes properties sold in Sea Colony. May not reflect all activity in the marketplace.

One of the questions we're asked often is what type of market we are in at the beach. While we always share what we're seeing firsthand, we also believe in supporting this with market data. That's why twice a year, we analyze absorption rates to measure overall conditions and share those results with you.

By comparing the pace of sales over the past 12 months with the current inventory, we calculate the Months Supply of Inventory—a key indicator of market balance. In our market, about 6 months of inventory is considered balanced. Fewer indicates a seller's market, while more…

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Strong Market in Fenwick Island

*dATA WAS DERIVED FROM THE SUSSEX COunty MLS and tax records. Includes propertiesin Bethany Beach, North Bethany, South Bethany and Fenwick Island.May not reflect all activity in the marketplace.

One of the questions we're asked often is what market we're in at the beach. While we always share what we're seeing firsthand, we also believe in supporting this with market data. That's why twice a year, we analyze absorption rates to measure overall conditions and share those results with you.

By comparing the pace of sales over the past 12 months with the current inventory, we calculate the Months Supply of Inventory—a key indicator of market balance. In our market, about 6 months of inventory is considered balanced. Fewer indicates a…

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Stronger Market in the Bethany-Fenwick Area

*Data was derived from the Sussex County MLS and tax records. Includes properties in Bethany Beach, North Bethany, South Bethany and Fenwick Island. May not reflect all activity in the marketplace.

One of the questions we're asked often is what type of market we're in at the beach. While we always share what we're seeing firsthand, we also believe in supporting this with market data. That's why twice a year, we analyze absorption rates to measure overall conditions and share those results with you.

By comparing the pace of sales over the past 12 months with the current inventory, we calculate the Months Supply of Inventory—a key indicator of market balance. In our market, about 6 months of inventory is considered balanced. Fewer indicates a…

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Delaware Bay horseshoe crab population nears recovery, surveys find

Credit to: Delaware Spotlight, Olivia Marble

Overharvesting once posed a serious threat to horseshoe crabs, a species that plays a vital role in the Delaware Bay ecosystem. Today, however, protections implemented more than two decades ago appear to be helping the state's iconic “living fossil” make a comeback.

On a windy evening in mid-May, roughly a dozen volunteers gathered at the James Farm Ecological Preserve near Ocean View carrying charts, thermometers and a white PVC square. Their task was simple: place the square at various points along the beach and count the male and female horseshoe crabs found within it.

“I like seeing the surprise on everyone’s faces when they see how many there are,” said Lorie Whitehaus, a team lead on the survey.

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South Bethany Boat Parade 2026

Photo Credit: Coastal Point

SBPOA 4th of July Boat Parade

It's never too early to start planning for one of South Bethany's favorite traditions! The SBPOA Boat Parade will take place on Thursday, July 4th — that's right, on Independence Day itself!

Boat Line-Up: 4:45 PM in Jefferson Creek
Parade Start Time: 5:00 PM

Registration Information

To participate in the parade, please email Joseph.p.petito@gmail.com with the following information:

• Your name
• South Bay address
• Boat length
• Type of boat

Once registered, you will be assigned a boat number.

Registration deadline: Monday, July 1st (to guarantee a spot in the parade).

Photo Credit: Coastal Point

Boat Parade Guidelines

1. Boat Numbers

Participants are…

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