Delaware Beach Real Estate Blog - General News and Updates from the Delaware Beaches

DelDOT to widen shoulder on Fred Hudson Rd

DelDOT will not build a separate pedestrian and bicycle pathway along Fred Hudson Road as part of its upcoming bridge repairs, but changes to the project will provide additional space for cyclists and pedestrians.

State Rep. Ron Gray said he remains hopeful that a dedicated pathway could eventually be constructed over the wetlands adjacent to Fred Hudson Road, connecting the area more safely to Route 1 in Bethany Beach.

According to Gray, DelDOT revised its bridge design following input from the Safer Fred Hudson coalition and discussions involving Gray and state Sen. Gerald Hocker. The updated plan will reduce vehicle travel lanes to 10 feet wide, allowing for 5-foot shoulders on both sides of the bridge. The speed limit in the area will also be…

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Labor Day Weekend 2026 in Bethany Beach

Labor Day weekend may mark the unofficial end of summer, but along the Delaware coast, there’s still plenty of summer fun ahead. From live music and fireworks to one of Bethany Beach’s most beloved traditions, the weekend of September 4–7, 2026 offers plenty of reasons to get out and enjoy the beach.

This year is particularly special in Bethany Beach, where Labor Day weekend festivities coincide with the town’s 125th anniversary celebration. Whether you’re spending the weekend in North Bethany, Bethany Beach, Fenwick Island or Ocean City, here are some of the events to have on your calendar.

Friday, September 4 | Kick Off the Weekend in Bethany Beach

Labor Day weekend gets underway Friday evening with live music at the Bethany Beach Bandstand…

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Bennett Orchards Receives Delaware Research Grant

Credit to: CoastTV, Alyssa Baker

Photo: Bennett Orchards

Bennett Orchards has received a $53,999 grant through a Delaware program designed to improve access to healthy, affordable food in communities with limited grocery options.

The sixth-generation family farm, which has been growing fruit in Delaware since 1867, was one of 28 recipients selected during the spring 2026 funding round of the Delaware Grocery Initiative and First State Food System Grant Program.

The Delaware Division of Small Business presented a ceremonial check at Bennett Orchards, located at 31442 Peachtree Lane, on Aug. 17. Division Director CJ Bell and state Sen. Darius Brown attended the presentation.

Bennett Orchards plans to use the funding to continue research into…

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Wags, Witches & Warlocks 2026

Get ready for costumes, canines and plenty of Halloween fun! Wags, Witches & Warlocks is returning to downtown Bethany Beach on Saturday, October 24, 2026, bringing together pets, families and the community for a festive fall celebration benefiting the Brandywine Valley SPCA (BVSPCA).

Whether you have a four-legged friend ready to strut their stuff or you simply love Halloween at the beach, this event offers a full morning and afternoon of activities — all while supporting animals in need.

A Halloween Tradition for People and Pets

The fun gets started bright and early at 8:00 a.m. with Puppy Yoga at St. Martha’s Episcopal Church, located at 117 Maplewood Street. Registration at the Bethany Beach Bandstand opens at 9:00 a.m., followed by…

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Delaware Gov. Signs Freshwater Wetlands Protection Act

Credit to: Coastal Point

Delaware has officially established its first comprehensive state program to regulate and protect freshwater wetlands after Gov. Matt Meyer signed Senate Bill 9 into law this week.

The bipartisan legislation creates a statewide framework for protecting non-tidal wetlands while also providing a more predictable permitting process for landowners, farmers, developers and businesses. State officials said the law addresses regulatory gaps created by the U.S. Supreme Court's 2023 decision in Sackett v. Environmental Protection Agency, which significantly reduced federal jurisdiction over many freshwater wetlands.

Under the new law, Delaware will regulate approximately 75,000 acres of freshwater wetlands that no longer…

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South Bethany and Fenwick Island Implement "Grab the Flag" Initiative

Photo credit to: Coastal Point

Visitors and residents walking along Coastal Highway in South Bethany and Fenwick Island will notice a new safety feature at several crosswalks this summer: brightly colored pedestrian crossing flags.

The initiative is designed to make pedestrians more visible to motorists at unsignalized crosswalks, where crossing Route 1 can be particularly challenging during the busy beach season. The simple concept has been used successfully in other communities around the country and is now being adopted by both Delaware beach towns as part of broader efforts to improve pedestrian safety.

In Fenwick Island, red flags have been installed in bins on both sides of designated crosswalks. Pedestrians are encouraged to take a flag…

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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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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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July 4th 2026 Celebrates America's 250th Anniversary and Bethany's 125th Anniversary

We can't wait to celebrate Independence Day celebration in Downtown Bethany Beach!  This year's parade and celebration theme, "Stars, Stripes, and Shorelines," invites participants to showcase Bethany Beach's past, present, and future with creativity, flair, and a nod to their own family traditions.

The parade scheduled for Friday July 3rd has been cancelled due to the extreme heat being forecasted.

Credit to: Dalmarva Now

Photo credit: Town of Bethany Beach

Fireworks Celebration

Saturday, July 4

Enjoy an evening concert followed by spectacular fireworks after the 7:30 PM performance.

Following the fireworks, stay for a special performance by Uncaged: The Zac Brown Tribute Band.

Come celebrate two historic milestones with a…

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Bear Trap Dunes Market Becomes More Balanced

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

The summer season is underway, and we’ve enjoyed seeing so many homeowners and visitors return to the area over the past few weeks!

While overall sales volume is down compared to last year, the Bear Trap Dunes market continues to show some signs of strength. Single-family home prices have increased 3% year over year, and condo/townhome sales have remained steady. Inventory has expanded to 20 active listings, creating a more competitive environment for sellers, and more options for buyers.

With the summer and golf season bringing increased traffic to the community, now is an excellent time for sellers & buyers to…

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