Townsend Town Hall Closed to Observe Veterans Day

Date Posted: Thursday, November 10th, 2022

Town Hall will be closed for business on Friday, November 11th,  2022 in honor of Veterans Day.  We thank all who have served.    



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CANCELED- Mobile Food Pantry @ Immanuel United Methodist Church

Date Posted: Thursday, November 10th, 2022

Due to expected inclement weather tomorrow, 11/11/22, the Town of Townsend has been notified that the Mobile Food Pantry at Immanuel United Methodist Church has been CANCELED. We will share the rescheduled date once it is shared. 



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DE Veterans Support Association- Holiday Food Drive 11/3/22-11/22/22

Date Posted: Monday, November 7th, 2022

The Delaware Veterans Support Association is hosting a Holiday Food Drive from November 3rd, 2022- November 22, 2022.  There will be a collection bin on the front porch of Townsend Town Hall at 141 Main St., Townsend, DE 19734.  Thank you for your donations.   Please help us support 50 Veteran’s and their Families this Christmas. DVSA is collecting the following food items: ANY nonperishable items! Canned Vegetables, Fruits, Bread, Rice, Dry Milk, Raisins, Snacks, Water Bottles, Bottled or Powdered Juices, Pasta, Pasta Sauce, Stuffing, Cereals, Dry Milk, Oatmeal, etc! Personal Hygiene Products will also be accepted.   Call DVSA at 302-545-3102 for more information.    



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NOTICE: Continued Daytime Road Closure- South Street-November 3rd, 2022

Date Posted: Wednesday, November 2nd, 2022

Roadwork will continue on Thursday, November 3rd, 2022 to complete the roadway restoration on South St. which was related to the work for sewer line for The Woods at Hidden Creek, beginning at 11:00 am until the work is completed for the day, at which time the roadway will be reopened.     South Street will be continue to be closed during the time of construction, from the Townsend Police Station to Commerce Street  Drivers and pedestrians are asked to be extra cautious when construction is underway. As always we thank our community for your cooperation and support.



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Fall 2022 Town of Townsend Newsletter

Date Posted: Tuesday, November 1st, 2022

The Town of Townsend Mayor and Council hope you enjoy reading the Town’s Fall 2022 Newsletter by clicking HERE.  We hope you find the newsletter to be beneficial and informative.  Should you have any questions or concerns, please contact Townsend Town Hall at 302-378-8082 or via email at townhall@townsend.delaware.gov      



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NOTICE: Traffic Advisory- Closure- Main St., Townsend, DE

Date Posted: Thursday, October 27th, 2022

Please take note that Main St. will be closed from Brook Ramble Road to Commerce Street between 2pm- 3 pm tomorrow, Friday 10/28/2022 from 2 pm- 3 pm.    Traffic Control measures and detours will be in place, please take caution when driving in the area. As always we thank our community for your cooperation and support.      



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Pumpkin Patch at Townsend Town Hall on 10/21/22 from 6pm-7:45 pm

Date Posted: Thursday, October 20th, 2022

Thanks to our Municipal Waste provider, GFL, Townsend Town Hall will turn into a pumpkin patch tomorrow, Friday 10/21/22 from 6pm- 7:45 pm.   Children are welcome to pickup a pumpkin from the front lawn.   Thank you to GFL and have a wonderful Harvest season!    



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NOTICE: Continued Daytime Road Closure- South Street- October 20th & 21st, 2022

Date Posted: Thursday, October 20th, 2022

  Roadwork will continue on Thursday, October 20th, 2022 & Friday, October 21st, 2022 to continue the work for sewer line work related to The Woods at Hidden Creek, beginning at 8am until the work is completed for each that day, at which time the roadway will be reopened. South Street will be continue to be closed during the time of construction, from the Townsend Police Station to Commerce Street  Two-way traffic will be permitted during work hours ONLY between the Police Department and Lattomus Street. Drivers and pedestrians are asked to be extra cautious when two-way traffic patterns are in effect. As always we thank our community for you cooperation and support.



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Halloween is Here. Be Safe and Stay Healthy!

Date Posted: Tuesday, October 18th, 2022

The Town of Townsend wants everyone to have a safe and fun Halloween.  Halloween is celebrated on Monday, October 31st.  Per Town Council, for the safety of all, trick or treating will be held between the hours of 6 pm and 8 pm for all those wishing to participate.  All trick-or-treaters in costume should be off of the streets by 9 p.m.  As always, trick-or-treating will be held based on each individual resident’s/family’s preference. If you would like to give out candy to trick-or-treaters, turn on your porch light. Those wishing not to participate, turn off your porch light. Please treat your neighbors with respect and remember safety rules by following these general Halloween guidelines: Only visit houses whose porch/front lights are on.  Wear reflectors, reflective clothing and carry a flashlight for safety. Maintain social distancing and wash hands frequently.    If driving, please drive slower and be attentive to […]



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Immanuel United Methodist Church- Chicken Dumpling Dinner and Bazaar

Date Posted: Monday, October 17th, 2022

11/05/2022 – 10:00 PM Location: Immanuel UMC Address: 209 Main Street Townsend Bazaar- 10am-6pm Crafts, Baked Goods Candy, Attic, Treasures, Homemade Soup Take Out Dinner 3pm- 6pm or sold out Pre Order Meals Guaranteed Walk In Orders Accepted But Not Guaranteed Cash, Check, Credit Cards Accepted At Pick Up 209 MAIN STREET, TOWNSEND DE 19734 IMC bazaar 2022 8.5×11



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