Sussex County
News Releases and Announcements
Temperatures could flirt with 100 through midweek as first heat wave of Summer 2025 prompts extreme warnings from National Weather Service
Spending plan, which begins July 1, sets new tax rate following court-ordered property reassessment
Forecasters predict ‘above normal’ storm season that begins June 1
Proposed spending plan for the year ahead lowers tax rate for the first time since 1989 in wake of new property reassessments
New facility continues County effort to replace leased and co-located facilities with standalone EMS stations
Smoke drifting southward into Delaware prompting 9-1-1 calls; officials advise public to limit outdoor activities if sensitive to conditions
Fewer than 800 appeals lodged with County on court-mandated project to revalue nearly 200,000 parcels
Years-long project to revalue nearly 200,000 parcels entering final phases as formal appeals process begins
Special body with stakeholders from among various sectors will be empaneled to assist County leaders in tackling growth challenges
Winners of November 2024 elections take seats as Districts 1, 2 and 3 representatives
Eight to 12 inches of snow forecast to fall through duration of event
Five to 10 inches of snow, with possible icing, expected late Sunday night and lasting through late Monday night