🌱 How soon will Georgetown’s drinking water be free of “forever chemicals”?

What's up Georgetown! Let's start this morning right by getting caught up on what's going on around town. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

• How soon will Georgetown’s drinking water be free of “forever chemicals”?
• How a holiday play is reshaping kids’ view of Georgetown’s courthouse
• Where in Delaware can you legally sleep in your car?

Also on today's calendar: Learn About Convention of States and 1 more event.

Today's riddle: What did one tuna say to the other after getting caught stealing files from work? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

• Thursday: Cold; breezy in the morning, with a high of 38 and low of 25 degrees.
• Friday: A p.m. rain or snow shower, temps: high: 38, low: 28.
• Saturday: Periods of sun, with a high of 43 and low of 26 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Georgetown is testing to remove 'forever chemicals' from their water supply (wmdt.com) — Georgetown is launching a multi‑year project to remove harmful “forever chemicals” from the town’s drinking water, backed by $2.3 million in state funding and a planned $20 million treatment facility. Officials are testing several filtration methods now, with design and construction dependent on future funding and evolving EPA rules that will shape how quickly residents see cleaner water at the tap.
   

2. Sussex County court preformed Miracle on 34th St. for students (wmdt.com) — Students from local schools spent Tuesday inside the Sussex County courthouse in Georgetown, watching a special performance of “Miracle on 34th Street” designed just for them. Judges and court staff say the program helps children see the courthouse as a positive, welcoming place, easing fears about the legal system while also sparking interest in future law-related careers.
   

3. Can I sleep in my car in Delaware? Depends on where you try it (delawareonline.com) — If you’re thinking about napping in your car, Georgetown’s local rules say no — sleeping in vehicles isn’t allowed in town limits. The piece compares policies across Sussex County beach towns, rest stops, and other Delaware cities so you know exactly where car sleeping is permitted or banned.
   

4. Snow goose in Kent County tests positive for bird flu (wmdt.com) — From Georgetown, state officials are warning poultry owners after a snow goose in eastern Kent County tested presumptively positive for bird flu. Backyard flock keepers and farmers across Sussex and the Delmarva region are urged to tighten biosecurity, avoid handling sick wild birds, and report unusual symptoms, with experts stressing that store-bought chicken remains safe due to rigorous testing.
   

📸 Around Georgetown

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Georgetown

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★ Featured events ★

Friday December 12

• The Gunston School Girls Varsity Basketball @ Delmarva Christian
  Delmarva Christian High School, 21777 Sussex Pines Rd, Georgetown
  4:30 pm

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Other local events

Saturday December 13

• GPL Winter Bazaar
  Georgetown Public Library Children's Section, Inside main entrance,
  10:00 am

Wednesday December 17

• Learn About Convention of States
  Arena's at the Airport , 21553 Rudder Lane , Georgetown
  6:00 pm

Saturday December 20

• Writing Contest Reception Open House
  Georgetown Public Library , Children's Section , Georgetown
  11:00 am

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🗓 Events Nearby

Thursday December 11

• Yoga For Kids
  Room 3, Room 4 , Milton Public Library , Milton
  11:00 am
• Viking Village Playdate
  Room 3, Room 4 , Milton Public Library , Milton
  1:00 pm

Friday December 12

• Pet Photos with Santa & Mrs. Claus
  East Coast Garden Center , 30366 Cordrey Rd , Millsboro
  10:00 am
• 12 Days of Cocktails
  Dogfish Head Milton Brewery , 6 Cannery Village Center , Milton
  11:00 am
• Sonshine Equine Live Nativity
  Sonshine Equine , 31688 Yeshua Ln , Millsboro
  4:00 pm
• Live Music: Steve Bowers
  Dogfish Head Milton Brewery , 6 Cannery Village Center , Milton
  5:30 pm
• Joseph & The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat - Milton Theatre Mainstage Production 2025
  Milton Theatre , 110 Union St , Milton
  7:30 pm
• LIVE NATIVITY at Sonshine Equine in Millsboro, DE
  31688 Yeshua Ln , Millsboro
  9:00 pm

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

• Hi, I am missing two cats in the Cedar corners & redden rd area of Bridgeville.
  L (Foxy) R (Hennessy) If you see them please contact me (302)569-9460 (Nextdoor Redden)

• Delaware Schools Consortium posted a job opening for Middle School Girls Lacrosse - Head Coach in Georgetown. Apply here.
• Latitude Inc posted a job opening for Retail Sales Project Consultant in Georgetown. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Georgetown here.

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-- The Patch AM Team

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