REMINDER – PUBLIC NOTICE: Townsend Raffle Prize Preferences Survey

Date Posted: Thursday, June 27th, 2024

Survey Monkey Raffle Flyer – TOWNSEND RAFFLE SURVEY Please search/click the following link https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/QZXVMJ9 or scan the QR code to complete the Raffle Prize Preferences Survey. Stay tuned for raffle ticket sales. 100 % of the proceeds will go towards supporting the Townsend Veterans & Social Services Committee. QUESTIONS? EMAIL: TOWNHALL@TOWNSEND.DELAWARE.GOV CALL: 302-378-8082



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THANK YOU STATE LEGISLATORS & CASELLA: Townsend Clean-Out Day 06/26/2024

Date Posted: Thursday, June 27th, 2024

Great things get accomplished when the community comes together. The Town of Townsend sends a big thank you to Senator Kyra Hoffner and State Representatives Kevin Hensley and Jeff Spielman for supporting our event!  We also want to send another thanks to our municipal waste provider Casella for sponsoring the dumpsters!   HELPFUL TIPS:  Please place carts at the curb the night before or no later than 7 a.m. on your scheduled pickup day. Please place the carts out to the curb with the wheels and handles facing the house and the lift bar facing the road. The carts should be clear of any obstructions such as mailboxes, cars, utility poles, garage doors, etc. The truck and driver must have clear access to the rollout carts. Please do not block the sidewalk. Please bag all trash. This does not include recycling and yard waste.  Please break down or cut any large […]



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PUBLIC NOTICE: Townsend Raffle Prize Preferences Survey

Date Posted: Tuesday, June 25th, 2024

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GET INVOLVED: Volunteers Needed – Old-Fashioned Ice Cream Festival

Date Posted: Tuesday, June 18th, 2024

New Castle County Government is seek volunteers:  We need your help to make the Old-Fashioned Ice Cream Festival a success! Bring a friend or family member & volunteer for a shift on Sat., June 29 & get into the event for FREE! Sign up today at https://www.volgistics.com/appform/1763370890 #netde #nccde #volunteerde Click the following Facebook link for additional details: https://www.facebook.com/share/hArXsem9EMhm9S63/



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COMMUNITY NOTICE: Solicitation of Members for Town Boards & Planning Commission

Date Posted: Wednesday, June 12th, 2024

Interested in making a difference within the Town?  We are currently seeking to fill positions within the Town to serve on the Planning Commission, the Board of Adjustment, and the Board of Elections.  Below are flyers of each Commission or Board along with the amount of seats available.  Should you have any questions, please reach out to Town Clerk, Mariaelena Rivera at mrivera@townsend.delaware.gov or 302-378-8082. 



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COMMUNITY ALERT – VEHICLE THEFT’S

Date Posted: Friday, May 17th, 2024

A message from the Townsend Police Department:  We are making our community aware of recent theft’s of motor vehicles from Townsend and other communities in close proximity to us.   We ask all our residents to LOCK YOUR VEHICLES.   If you have a security system please make sure it is properly recording and if possible have it placed in a manner that captures your vehicles.   If you see any suspicious vehicles or persons around your home contact the dispatch center at 302-739-4865 or 911.   DO NOT CONFRONT any individuals you may see.   As always we thank you for your partnership.  



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HOMETOWN HEROS PROJECT: Nominations OPEN – Townsend Military Personnel

Date Posted: Friday, May 3rd, 2024

Townsend Hometown Hero Flyer        



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PUBLIC NOTICE: Licensed Contractor’s, Permits and More

Date Posted: Wednesday, April 17th, 2024

Spring has already sprung and the bees are beginning to buzz! You know what that means, right? Yep, it’s Project Season! If you need a contractor to help you with any work, whether it’s for your landscaping needs or to fix up that old deck, here’s a helpful list of all the Town’s licensed contractors within Town: https://townsend.delaware.gov/licensed-contractors/  You may also visit our website and click on the Information Tab which provides a drop down of helpful links, you’ll want to choose the “Licensed Contractor” option that will lead you to the same page displayed below (this may look different on your mobile device):  We do our best to update this list on a monthly basis.  If you don’t see your contractor on the list, please feel free to reach out to us to confirm if they are in the process or have already been licensed.  You may also send […]



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SIGN-UP TODAY!!! – CodeRED Notifications

Date Posted: Wednesday, February 7th, 2024

Code Red is an important tool which allows for the Town of Townsend to reach out and communicate important information and emergency messages to residents. Please take advantage of this important service and sign up.  Should you need assistance with registration, please contact Townsend Town Hall 302-378-8082 or townhall@townsend.delaware.gov. What is CodeRED and why is it important to me? CodeRED is an emergency notification service that allows emergency officials to notify residents and businesses by telephone, cell phone, text message, email and social media regarding time-sensitive general and emergency notifications. Only authorized officials have access to the CodeRED system. When will CodeRED be used? Any message regarding the safety, property or welfare of the community will be disseminated using the CodeRED system. These may include AMBER alerts, notifications of hazardous traffic or road conditions, boil water advisories or evacuation notices. To sign-up for CodeRed, please click the following link: https://public.coderedweb.com/CNE/BFE540570CAF […]



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2024 Municipal Waste Service Guidelines

Date Posted: Tuesday, January 9th, 2024

Residents are reminded of the following guidelines for trash, recycling, and yard waste collection.  Please take special notice that only trash should be bagged; recycling and yard waste should not be bagged.  Trash: Please place containers at the curb the night before or no later than 7 a.m. on your scheduled pickup day. Trash must be placed at the curb no earlier than 24 hours prior to scheduled trash pick-up. All trash containers must be removed from the sidewalk area no later than 24 hours after trash pick-up. Trash containers and/or bags should be placed at the edge of the property so as not to block the sidewalk. Pick up times are subject to change. If trash is not picked up as a result of not having it out by the arrival time of the driver; there may be a $25 fee to pick up before your next scheduled pick […]



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REMINDER: Townsend Community Pantry – January

Date Posted: Friday, January 5th, 2024

The Town of Townsend thanks everyone who provided donations to support our Community Pantry.  Since we installed the Blessings Box Food Pantry in May of 2023, we have been able to help serve our Community and assist those in need.  In order to keep the pantry sustainable with your donations, please consider donating the following items listed below:   Non-Perishables Canned Goods Toiletries Gift Cards Letters of Encouragement  Pet Needs Location: 141 Main Street, Townsend, DE 19734 **Donations may be dropped off Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. If after hours, donations may be placed directly in the box.  Once again, we thank you for your continued support!  Please see flyer below for more information and donation suggestions:  Ongoing Food Drive for Food Pantry Box @ TownHall  



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REMINDER – COMMUNITY NOTICE: Solicitation of Members for Town Boards & Planning Commission

Date Posted: Monday, July 1st, 2024

Interested in making a difference within the Town?  We are currently seeking to fill positions within the Town to serve on the Planning Commission, the Board of Adjustment, and the Board of Elections.  Below are flyers of each Commission or Board along with the amount of seats available.  Should you have any questions, please reach out to Town Clerk, Mariaelena Rivera at mrivera@townsend.delaware.gov or 302-378-8082. 



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REMINDER – Emergency Sirens Test on Tuesday, July 2nd, 2024 @ 7:20 p.m.

Date Posted: Friday, June 28th, 2024

**From our calendar to yours: Save this notice from the Delaware Emergency Management Agency by clicking “HERE“**  Emergency Sirens Test on July 2  



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PUBLIC NOTICE: Appoquinimink School District – Kindergarten Registration

Date Posted: Wednesday, June 26th, 2024

A message from the Appoquinimink School District: REGISTER FOR KINDERGARTEN! If you have a child who will be 5 years old by August 31, it’s time to register for kindergarten! Registration is completed through an online portal. We have all the information on our district website. And don’t forget: our district offers TWO language immersion programs! Kindergarten immersion programs include Spanish Immersion and Chinese Immersion at certain buildings. Kindergarten students who participate in our immersion programs learn math, science, reading, writing, and social studies in two languages instead of one! We’ll include information below to register and to learn more about immersion. Register for Kindergarten 2024-2025: https://bit.ly/AppoKindergarten  Learn more and Spanish and Chinese immersion: https://bit.ly/ASD-Immersion Please click the following for more details regarding Kindergarten Registration: Kindergarten Registration Updated    



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REMINDER – COMMUNITY NOTICE: Townsend Clean-Out Day 06/26/2024

Date Posted: Wednesday, June 26th, 2024

TODAY ONLY, WEDNESDAY, JUNE 26, 2025 FROM 8 A.M. TO 4 P.M.  GOT JUNK? TOWNSEND CLEAN-OUT DAY 06/26/2024 FROM 8 A.M. TO 4 P.M. DUMPSTERS WILL BE PROVIDED TO ALL RESIDENTS AT THE FOLLOWING LOCATIONS: – 0 EDGAR ROAD- SIDE PARKING LOT TO THE RIGHT OF THE LARGE GAZEBOR – 201 MAIN STREET EMPTY LOT NO HARDOUS WASTE ALLOWED!!!!! -PAINT -BATTERIES -GASOLINE -MOTO OIL -COOLANT -ANYTHING WITH FREON:FRIDGE, FREEZER, AC -TIRES HOT COALS PLEASE SEND A SPECIAL THANKS TO CASELLA FOR THE DUMPSTERS TOWNHALL@TOWNSEND.DELAWARE.GOV – 3023788082



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REMINDER – COMMUNITY NOTICE: Townsend Clean-Out Day 06/26/2024

Date Posted: Tuesday, June 25th, 2024

HAPPENING TOMORROW, WEDNESDAY, JUNE 26, 2025.  GOT JUNK? TOWNSEND CLEAN-OUT DAY 06/26/2024 FROM 8 A.M. TO 4 P.M. DUMPSTERS WILL BE PROVIDED TO ALL RESIDENTS AT THE FOLLOWING LOCATIONS: – 0 EDGAR ROAD- SIDE PARKING LOT TO THE RIGHT OF THE LARGE GAZEBOR – 201 MAIN STREET EMPTY LOT NO HARDOUS WASTE ALLOWED!!!!! -PAINT -BATTERIES -GASOLINE -MOTO OIL -COOLANT -ANYTHING WITH FREON:FRIDGE, FREEZER, AC -TIRES HOT COALS PLEASE SEND A SPECIAL THANKS TO CASELLA FOR THE DUMPSTERS TOWNHALL@TOWNSEND.DELAWARE.GOV – 3023788082



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COMMUNITY NOTICE: Townsend Clean-Out Day 06/26/2024

Date Posted: Monday, June 17th, 2024

GOT JUNK? TOWNSEND CLEAN-OUT DAY 06/26/2024 FROM 8 A.M. TO 4 P.M. DUMPSTERS WILL BE PROVIDED TO ALL RESIDENTS AT THE FOLLOWING LOCATIONS: – 0 EDGAR ROAD- SIDE PARKING LOT TO THE RIGHT OF THE LARGE GAZEBOR – 201 MAIN STREET EMPTY LOT NO HARDOUS WASTE ALLOWED!!!!! -PAINT -BATTERIES -GASOLINE -MOTO OIL -COOLANT -ANYTHING WITH FREON:FRIDGE, FREEZER, AC -TIRES HOT COALS PLEASE SEND A SPECIAL THANKS TO CASELLA FOR THE DUMPSTERS TOWNHALL@TOWNSEND.DELAWARE.GOV – 3023788082



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