Coastal Point

The Coastal Point is a weekly newspaper that comes out every Friday. It serves the communities of Bethany Beach, South Bethany, Fenwick Island, Ocean View, Millville, Dagsboro, Frankford, and Selbyville in Delaware.

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Selbyville moves toward banning short-term rentals

1 week ago | coastalpoint.com | Susan Canfora

Selbyville’s town code will be updated to clarify that short-term rentals, of less than one year, are not allowed.
It’s that time of year again - don’t be a jerk

1 week ago | coastalpoint.com | Darin J. McCann

With opening ceremonies for the Millsboro and Lower Sussex Little Leagues now in our rear mirror, it’s time we make our annual plea to the parents of our young aspiring athletes: Don’t be a jerk. It sounds simple enough, doesn’t it? It sounds like it should take little to no effort at all, right? Go to the practices. Go to the games. Help out when asked for help, or approach a coach with respect if you think you have something constructive to offer. And then, well, don’t be a jerk. Just don’t do it.
Redmon, Cathell lose certification as police officers

1 week ago | coastalpoint.com | Susan Canfora

Former Bethany Beach police chief Michael Redmon and former assistant chief Darin Cathell — who were both fired by the Town in January 2024 for misusing federal and state grant money intended for officers’ overtime pay — were both decertified by the Delaware Police Officer Standards & Training (POST) Commission during a meeting in Dover this week.
Community rallying to Back the Blue on May 14

1 week ago | coastalpoint.com | Susan Canfora

Volunteers traveling in a caravan of vehicles decorated to proclaim appreciation for police officers and others who serve the community will deliver snacks to 24 agencies in three days next week, providing energy bars and little bags of cookies and chips during the ninth annual Back the Blue. “These are our heroes. We love our men and women in blue. We are trying to give them more Powerbars now, as opposed to potato chips and things that are fattening.
ABC selling used bicycles at Hope Center

1 week ago | coastalpoint.com | Susan Canfora

Assisting Bicycle Commuters will have about 30 used bicycles for sale, ranging from $75 to $150, from 8 a.m. to noon on Saturday, May 10, at the pavilion behind the Hope Center at Mariner’s Bethel Global Methodist Church in Ocean View. Available bicycles will include cruisers, those with gears and children’s bikes. Buyers may pay cash, write a check or use PayPal. All bicycles have been inspected and volunteer mechanics will assist customers.
Bethany Club Tennis hosting Adult Red Ball Tennis

1 week ago | coastalpoint.com | Susan Canfora

Racquet sports players are being invited to try the new game Adult Red Ball Tennis — played with a yellow ball with a red dot — at Bethany Club Tennis near Ocean View from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, May 10. “Everybody is welcome. Come and bring your friends and wear athletic shoes,” club owner Robert “Bobby” Hush said, adding that equipment to try the sport will be provided, as well as complimentary refreshments. To register, call (302) 539-5111.
Lynch bids adieu during final meeting

1 week ago | coastalpoint.com | Kerin Magill

Frankford Town Clerk Cheryl Lynch greeted members of the public as they entered the town council meeting room on Tuesday, May 6, just like she has for more nearly 10 years — politely asking them to sign the sign-in sheet by the door and making sure they grabbed an agenda before they sat down. This night, however, was different: it was Lynch’s last council meeting as town clerk.
Bethany Beach Books bringing Cummins to Millville theater

1 week ago | coastalpoint.com | Susan Canfora

New York Times-bestselling author Jeanine Cummins will discuss her new book “Speak to Me of Home” with Coastal Point Executive Editor Darin McCann as moderator, answering questions and meeting guests at 1 p.m. on Sunday, May 18, at Dickens Parlour Theatre in Millville. Tickets cost $35 and include a signed copy of the book. For more information, visit www.BethanyBeachBooks.com.
Spontaneous combustion causes fire

1 week ago | coastalpoint.com | Kerin Magill

A house fire in the Beach Club community near Ocean View last weekend has been ruled accidental, according to reports from state fire officials. The fire, on Scarborough Lane, was determined to be accidental in nature, according to a report by Chief Deputy Fire Marshal John Galaska released on Monday, May 5. Galaska’s report said the fire began in a mulch pile and spread to a tree next to the house.
South Bethany candidates speak to the voters

1 week ago | coastalpoint.com | Susan Canfora

The Coastal Point asked candidates for the South Bethany Town Council to answer three questions in anticipation of this year’s election, scheduled from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, May 10. The five candidates competing for three seats include incumbents Christine Keefe and Cynthia Van Horn, both full-time residents; challenger Russell Beland, a full-time resident; and challengers Steven Gallagher and Mark Giler, both non-resident property owners.