Parking enforcement aims to stop space saving
Lewes parking enforcement officers are seeking guidance on how to handle the use of cones and other objects to prohibit parking on the beach streets. NICK ROTH PHOTO
Nick Roth April 30, 2021
With the summer season rapidly approaching, Lewes Mayor and City Council considered two issues affecting parking at the beach.
It is not uncommon to see cones or other objects placed in front of homes on Lewes Beach. Some are used to ensure a driveway isn’t blocked, while others purposely prevent parking in front of homes.
With parking enforcement officers planning to patrol the residential streets for the first time this summer, city officials are attempting to clearly state in city code what is not allowed.
Lewes Patrolman First Class Casey Crapps is the 2020 recipient of the Elaine Bisbee Award.
The award is handed out each year to a city employee who displays dedication, dependability, reliability and excellent work habits, and who is team-oriented and committed to providing quality service.
Crapps has been a member of the department for three years.
“During his time here, he has continually demonstrated both professional and positive work skills through his interactions with both the public and his fellow officers,” said Mayor Ted Becker. “He has demonstrated his commitment to the success of the LPD and the Lewes community at large.”
The Lewes British Motorcar Show will celebrate its silver anniversary May 1. FILE PHOTO April 11, 2021
The Lewes British Motorcar Show – The British are Coming.Again! will welcome a wide array of classic British vehicles to the Cape May-Lewes Ferry terminal grounds from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Saturday, May 1. There is no rain date.
The Lewes Chamber of Commerce sponsors the show with assistance from the British Car Club of Delaware. The show is supported by Southern Delaware Tourism.
Some 25 years ago, Car Show Chairman Mike Tyler and the British Car Club of Delaware originated the concept of staging a British Motorcar Show in the spring to attract visitors to Lewes before the summer season goes into full swing. In the 24 previous shows, a specific marque was featured, but for the 25th anniversary show, there won’t be one. Last year’s show was canceled due to COVID-19, so the show’s silver anniversary will be celebrated this year.
Overfalls Foundation Breakfast with the Mayor
Overfalls Foundation Breakfast with the Mayor, 9 a.m., via Zoom. Mayor Ted Becker to present his State of the City address, questions following presentation. Go to overfalls.org for more information.
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Tulips of all colors bloom at Zwaanendael Park. RON MACARTHUR PHOTO March 14, 2021
Your Dutch Faces Here cutouts will be outside the Zwaanendael Museum for photo selfies from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on weekends during the Lewes Tulip Celebration, depending on weather. SUBMITTED PHOTOS
An Instagram photo spot will be set up in Mary Vessels Park during the Lewes Tulip Celebration April 2-11.
Tulips fill a Lewes in Bloom garden at the intersection of Kings Highway and Freeman Highway. RON MACARTHUR PHOTO
Tulips fill a flowerbed in front of the Lewes Chamber of Commerce Visitor Center in the Fisher-Martin House on Kings Highway. RON MACARTHUR PHOTO