An accidental fire at Pine Bluff Village, a senior living apartment complex in Salisbury, displaced six people early Thursday morning. https://www.coasttv.com/news/fire-at-salisbury-senior-living-complex-displaces-six-people/article_e4cf333e-9a42-4b5e-9386-4a76b355721c.html 

Salisbury apartment fire displaces six

An accidental fire at Pine Bluff Village, a senior living apartment complex in Salisbury, displaced six people early Thursday morning, causing an estimated $20,000 in damage.

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Preparations are underway in Rehoboth Beach as the annual Sea Witch Festival returns Oct. 23-25... https://www.coasttv.com/features/coastal-connections/coastal-connections-rehoboth-beach-prepares-for-sea-witch-festival/article_6e37ab7b-9838-4ad1-aafb-63da44ca0a97.html

Voters may vote at any Early Voting Site for their county of residence during the 10 day early voting period before General Election Day, Nov. 3. https://www.coasttv.com/news/early-voting-for-the-2026-general-election-starts-on-oct-22/article_f9e999f8-a79a-4c47-917e-8356f9ce5130.html 

The Delaware State Police is mourning the loss of K-9 Bane, a dedicated police dog who spent nine years working alongside his handler in patrol operations and narcotics detection across Delaware.

Delaware State Police mourns the loss of longtime K-9 Bane

The Delaware State Police is mourning the loss of K-9 Bane, a dedicated police dog who spent nine years working alongside his handler in patrol operations and narcotics detection across Delaware.

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Gusty winds and rough surf gradually ease Thursday as colder air moves into Sussex County. https://www.coasttv.com/weather/coastal-conditions-improve-thursday-chilly-air-moves-in/article_2cae5432-e872-466a-880e-b34ae342e176.html

Delmarva Power disputes Gov. Matt Meyer’s claims about utility profits as Delaware regulators are asked to investigate return on equity and consider changes to how utility returns are determined.

Delmarva Power responds to Gov. Meyer’s call for utility profit investigation

Delmarva Power disputes Gov. Matt Meyer’s claims about utility profits as Delaware regulators are asked to investigate return on equity and consider changes to how utility returns are determined.

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The Inland Bays Foundation will dissolve after 14 years, citing declining meeting attendance and membership. According to its website, the organization advocated for clean water, environmental education and protection of Delaware’s Inland Bays.

Inland Bays Foundation to dissolve after 14 years

The Inland Bays Foundation will dissolve after 14 years, citing declining meeting attendance and membership. According to its website, the organization advocated for clean water, environmental education and protection of Delaware’s Inland Bays.

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Gusty winds, rough surf and lingering coastal flooding will gradually ease across Sussex County through Thursday evening. https://www.coasttv.com/weather/coastal-flooding-threat-eases-thursday-as-offshore-storm-moves-away/article_dff6643e-a3b4-490f-8701-020b4fb87db5.html

Meteorologist Chris Mastrobuono shows us how frost forms as winter approaches.

Beyond the Forecast: How frost forms

Meteorologist Chris Mastrobuono shows us how frost forms as winter approaches.

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Georgetown’s Planning Commission met Wednesday night to discuss changes to the town’s comprehensive plan requested by the state, as residents raised concerns about infrastructure, development and housing.

Georgetown reviews town Comprehensive Plan

Georgetown’s Planning Commission met Wednesday night to discuss changes to the town’s comprehensive plan requested by the state, as residents raised concerns about infrastructure, development and housing.

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A barbershop in Peddler’s Village has reopened after a snowstorm in March caused its roof to collapse, forcing the business to close for eight months. https://www.coasttv.com/news/peddler-s-village-barbershop-reopens-eight-months-after-storm-damage/article_1f9a0f91-c8ba-4a3a-beab-d5a4cc802e95.html

Plans for the proposed 179-home development in Georgetown are set to go before the town's planning commission on Wednesday evening.

Georgetown Planning Commission to review proposed 179 home development

Plans for the proposed 179-home development in Georgetown are set to go before the town's Planning Commission on Wednesday evening.

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Mix of sun and clouds as the breezy conditions persist, coastal flooding and high wave action into Thursday. Dry sunny weather marches on. https://www.coasttv.com/weather/mix-of-sun-clouds-as-breezy-conditions-coastal-flooding-threat-lingers/article_bc5d52b8-df8f-4982-965a-51a6b900616f.html 

Wor-Wic Community College is participating in a new initiative aimed at connecting rural students with career opportunities. https://www.coasttv.com/news/wor-wic-community-college-receives-grant-to-expand-career-opportunities-for-rural-students/article_89ac80c2-b688-499a-9065-0e7942ed7523.html

A new Delaware law taking effect Wednesday will limit when state and local law enforcement agencies can release... https://www.coasttv.com/news/new-delaware-law-to-restrict-release-of-suspects-names-photos/article_fecdf971-4758-473c-ac77-b6884f764e9f.html

New Delaware legislation allows businesses to save up to 12% through workplace safety programs. https://www.coasttv.com/news/delaware-workers-compensation-insurance-rates-to-drop-for-10th-year/article_52b71e3d-b51b-41ba-b52a-6a1c7436ab81.html 

Delaware workers' comp rates drop again

Delaware workers' compensation insurance rates will decrease for the 10th consecutive year in 2026, while new legislation allows businesses to save up to 12 percent through workplace safety programs.

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The Delaware Department of Education is postponing the release of school performance data after the state identified inconsistencies in attendance records.

Delaware delays school performance data releases for review

The Delaware Department of Education is postponing the release of school performance data after the state identified inconsistencies in attendance records.

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Because NBA games are airing on NBC today, our schedule looks different. There will be no CoastTV News at 11. Join us again for CoastTV News Today, Wednesday at 5 a.m.

Worcester County Sheriff Matt Crisafulli addressed safety concerns regarding takeover events in a meeting on Monday, Oct. 19. The Governor’s Chief of Staff, legislative officers, state officials, and more were in attendance.

Sheriff Matt Crisafulli pushing for legislation for takeover events

Worcester County Sheriff Matt Crisafulli addressed safety concerns regarding takeover events in a meeting on Monday, Oct. 19. The Governor’s Chief of Staff, legislative officers, state officials, and more were in attendance.

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A powerful offshore storm will bring gusty winds, dangerous surf and coastal flooding through Wednesday. https://www.coasttv.com/weather/offshore-nor-easter-brings-strong-winds-coastal-flooding-to-sussex-county/article_0eba6105-e76b-46c8-868d-e69ee1fd4644.html

Delaware fire companies are preparing for new state and federal background check requirements beginning in March 2027. The State Fire Commission says current members will have 24 months to complete the updated process.

Delaware to require updated firefighter background checks in 2027

Delaware fire companies are preparing for new state and federal background check requirements beginning in March 2027. The State Fire Commission says current members will have 24 months to complete the updated process.

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Visitors to the Sea Witch Festival will have a chance to win a car from Funland's Haunted Mansion... https://www.coasttv.com/news/funlands-haunted-mansion-car-to-be-raffled-off-during-sea-witch-festival/article_61d359d7-b4f6-4dc2-9202-dd8a389a2d66.html

The proposed increase is approximately $75.8 million according to Delmarva Power. The energy company says if the request is approved the estimated impact for an average residential customer using 834 kWh per month would be approximately $8 per month.

Delmarva Power holds public hearing regarding rate increase

The proposed increase is approximately $75.8 million according to Delmarva Power. The energy company says if the request is approved then it would cost the estimated impact for an average residential customer using 834 kWh per month would be approximately $8 per month.

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Authorities arrested two men for illegal nighttime hunting.

Two men charged for spotlighting deer in Sussex County

Authorities arrested two men for illegal nighttime hunting.

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Governor Matt Meyer announced the addition of the Verizon Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) project to the JobsFirst Accelerator program.

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According to the Maryland Attorney General’s Office, Attorney General Anthony Brown has joined a coalition in challenging ICE arrests without warrants. https://www.coasttv.com/news/maryland-attorney-general-joins-challenge-to-ice-warrantless-arrests/article_025c2aa4-0697-4ab3-8be2-21b339634505.html

Consumer News: October 20, 2026 Home deals falling through. Amazon holiday hiring plans. Plus, GM set for a big stock buyback. #RealEstate #Amazon #GM #ConsumerNews

Bright blues skies and highs in the upper 60s. A coastal low well offshore will bring coastal flooding concerns, dangerous surf/erosion.https://www.coasttv.com/weather/sunny-dry-conditions-offshore-storm-brings-coastal-flooding-concerns-high-surf/article_7f1d6566-166f-47e7-9204-b8505f1bb494.html 

Officials say Ocean City buses saw low numbers this past season. Now, the incentive for a free bus pass for local residents is coming back into play. https://www.coasttv.com/news/potential-free-bus-passes-for-ocean-city-residents-being-discussed/article_35f447ec-904e-5f01-8921-9508e35caf6c.html

Boardwalk Rock has announced its full lineup for the 2027 festival, with Iron Maiden, Korn and Bad Omens headlining the three-day event in Ocean City from May 14-16.

Boardwalk Rock announces full 2027 lineup featuring Iron Maiden, Korn and Bad Omens

Boardwalk Rock has announced its full lineup for the 2027 festival, with Iron Maiden, Korn and Bad Omens headlining the three-day event in Ocean City from May 14-16.

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