Pending Severe Weather Conditions
Date Posted: Sunday, January 2nd, 2022Weather forecasts are reporting a Severe Winter Storm to begin overnight in our area. Current forecast is for rain turning to snow by 4 AM Monday. Snow is expected throughout the day with the potential for heavy accumulation. The Town snowplow contractor has been placed on standby. Residents are requested to remove their vehicles from roadways by 7 AM to allow for efficient snow removal operations. Townsend offices will be closed to the public. Staff will be working remotely to meet the needs of our residents.
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Town Hall Closed in Recognition of the New Year Holiday
Date Posted: Thursday, December 30th, 2021In recognition of the New Year Holiday, Townhall will be closed on Friday, December 31, 2021. Municipal waste services will continue to operate on an uninterrupted schedule, with pickup on Monday, January 3rd, 2022.
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Townsend Town Meetings to Temporarily Return to Virtual Format & Town Hall to be Closed to the Public
Date Posted: Thursday, December 23rd, 2021With substantial increases in the positivity rate and number of new positive cases in and around the Town, Town Council will be returning to a virtual meeting on January 5 at 7:30 PM. In addition, staff will be available via telephone and email and will be scheduled to assure services to our residents. Individuals who have payments or other items to drop off at Town Hall are asked to mail materials to Town Hall or use use the dropbox which will be monitored daily. Currently, the positivity rate in our zip code is approximately four times greater than the state 7-day floating average. In addition, there have been approximately 90 new cases in our zip code over the last seven days. The floating average is approximately 13 new cases per day in our zip code. This variant of the COVID-19 virus is showing a breakthrough rate at over 21%. Residents […]
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Town Hall Closed in Recognition of the Christmas Eve and Christmas Day Holidays
Date Posted: Tuesday, December 21st, 2021In recognition of the Christmas Holidays, Townhall will be closed on Friday, December 24, 2021 and on Monday, December 27, 2021. Municipal waste services will continue to operate on an uninterrupted schedule, with pickup on Monday, December 27th, 2021.
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Stay Safe This Holiday Season
Date Posted: Monday, December 20th, 2021The happiest holidays are the ones we celebrate safely. Keep your loved ones safest by getting vaccinated for against COVID-19, staying home if you’re not feeling well, getting tested 1-2 days before gathering, wearing a mask at events or if you’re around others, and washing your hands frequently. Learn more: de.gov/holidays
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2021 Town of Townsend Tree Lighting & Caroling Event
Date Posted: Monday, December 20th, 2021The Town of Townsend Town Council hosted a Tree Lighting and Caroling Event on Sunday, December 12th. The Town of Townsend extends its sincere appreciation to Immanuel United Methodist Church for providing support for the event and to GFL for their donation of trash receptacles during the event. Pictures of the event can be found in the Town’s photo gallery, which can be found by clicking here.
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Collection for 3 Palms Zoo until December 17th at Townsend Town Hall
Date Posted: Monday, December 13th, 2021The Neighborhood Social and Services Group, a citizen group in the Town of Townsend will be holding a collection for 3 Palms Zoo in Townsend until Friday, December 17th. There will be a collection bin on the front porch of Townsend Town Hall at 141 Main St., Townsend, DE 19734. Here are some items that are being requested: Paper Towels, Towels, Blankets, Comforters, Pillow Cases, Dawn, Bleach, Kale, Collard Greens, Squash- Summer & Winter, Apples, Bananas, Carrots, Sweet Potatoes. Thank you for your donations.
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COVID-19 Cases are Increasing in Delaware. Learn How to Protect Yourself & Others Here:
Date Posted: Monday, December 13th, 2021COVID-19 cases are increasing in Delaware. Here is what you can do: Get vaccinated – 1st dose, 2nd dose, and booster dose. Wear a mask indoors when out in public. Socially distance from others. Test as recommended. Stay home if you have COVID symptoms or have been exposed to someone with COVID. NEW: 16- and 17-year-olds are now eligible for a Pfizer COVID-19 booster. Learn more at de.gov/boosters. The State of Delaware advises that: All Delawareans are STRONGLY ADVISED to wear face coverings indoors, regardless of vaccination status.
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Town of Townsend Tree Lighting & Caroling Event Postponed to Sunday, December 12th at 6pm
Date Posted: Friday, December 10th, 2021Due to the impending inclement weather for Saturday, December 11th, the Annual Christmas Caroling and Tree Lightning Event has been postponed until Sunday, December 12th at 6pm. We hope you can join us! 12/12/2021 – 06:00 PM Location: Townsend Municipal Park Address: 0 Edgar Road Townsend, Delaware 19734 Annual Christmas Caroling & Tree Lighting Event Tree Lighting Caroling Song Book Please join the Town of Townsend for a special event to celebrate the Holiday Season. Caroling will be led by Immanuel United Methodist Church accompanied by the Appoquinimink High School Brass Ensemble. There will be a Christmas tree lighting and a visit from a special guest from the North Pole! Hot chocolate and light snacks will be offered by Immanuel United Methodist Church. A collection bin for the donation of non-perishable food to be donated to Our Daily Bread will be available at the event, thank you to the Neighborhood Social and […]
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Join us! Town of Townsend Tree Lighting and Christmas Caroling Event
Date Posted: Thursday, December 9th, 202112/11/2021 – 06:00 PM Location: Townsend Municipal Park Address: 0 Edgar Road Townsend, Delaware 19734 Annual Christmas Caroling & Tree Lighting Event Tree Lighting Caroling Song Book Please join the Town of Townsend for a special event to celebrate the Holiday Season. Caroling will be led by Immanuel United Methodist Church accompanied by the Appoquinimink High School Brass Ensemble. There will be a Christmas tree lighting and a visit from a special guest from the North Pole! Hot chocolate and light snacks will be offered by Immanuel United Methodist Church. A collection bin for the donation of non-perishable food to be donated to Our Daily Bread will be available at the event, thank you to the Neighborhood Social and Services Group. Events
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