Town of Georgetown Seeks Input and Recommendations for Downtown Development District Expansion

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The Town of Georgetown is seeking input and recommendation through the end of this month regarding a possible expansion of the Downtown Development District. The district boundaries currently encompass 83.2 acres and may be expanded to a maximum of 105 acres. The Town of Georgetown, Downtown Development District was designated by Governor Markell on August 10, 2016. Among…

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Federalsburg Business Expanding

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A Federalsburg business is expanding. Maryland Governor Larry Hogan has announced that M&M Carnot – the most experienced natural refrigerant company in the Americas – is doubling its workforce in Caroline County – and leasing an existing 25,000 square-foot space next door with room for future expansions. The business employs nearly 100 workers and expects…

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Freeman Stage Takes New Name, Plans To Grow

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The Freeman Stage in Selbyville has a new name, and looks to expand its size and its offerings. The venue will now be known as the Freeman Arts Pavilion. The Joshua M. Freeman Foundation has acquired some adjacent property to allow it to expand its seating capacity. The pavilion has been in the planning stages…

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OC Council Deliberates On Expanded BikeFest

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Ocean City officials are still weighing the pros and cons of expanding BikeFest to cover two weekends in September. The annual event gathers thousands of motorcyclists and offers performances by well-known musical artists, some of whom have been lined up for 2021. BikeFest would seek a match of $250,000 from the town to cover expenses…

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Sussex Montessori School Dedicated In Seaford

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Sussex Montessori School has opened with an official dedication ceremony. The public charter school has been several years in the making. The first phase of Sussex Montessori, located in the Seaford area, is ten classrooms, administrative offices and support facilities as well as new parking and landscaping. A renovated former carriage house serves as the…

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More May Qualify For DE Relief Grants

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More Delaware small businesses and non-profits will be able to apply for a DE Relief Grant. The third round of applications is underway. According to the Division of Small Business, applicants that are small businesses will no longer be required to demonstrate a revenue decline of at least 7.5% from 2019 to 2020. They will…

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