Town of Elsmere

02/25/2026

In remembrance of Lt Gregg W Shelton, the Elsmere Police Department would like to invite members of the public to the Resilience Room Dedication. See the flyer posted by Elsmere Police Department for more information. 💙🕊️

In remembrance of Lt Gregg W Shelton, the Elsmere Police Department would like to invite members of the public to the Resilience Room Dedication.

02/24/2026

All Driving Restrictions have been lifted! Stay safe out there!

Driving restrictions lifted statewide effective immediately.

Delaware Governor Meyer has lifted all driving restrictions statewide effective immediately. There are no driving warnings or restrictions in Delaware at this time. Motorists are strongly urged to exercise caution as roadways may still have patches of ice and snow or may experience downed trees in some areas. Drivers should remain vigilant for black ice and proceed with caution when travelling over bridges that tend to freeze.

For more info: https://news.delaware.gov/2026/02/24/driving-restrictions-lifted-statewide-effective-immediately/

02/23/2026

According to Governor Matt Meyer & Delaware Emergency Management Agency a Level 2 Driving Restriction is now in place in New Castle County as of 10PM. More updates will be shared as soon as they are available.

02/23/2026

⚠️ DUE TO HAZARDOUS WEATHER CONDITIONS & THE ONGOING STATE OF EMERGENCY, THE TOWN OF ELSMERE'S ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICES WILL BE CLOSED MONDAY 2/23/2026.

PLEASE STAY OFF THE ROADS UNLESS TRAVEL IS ESSENTIAL!

02/23/2026

A Code Purple has been issued by the Friendship House of Delaware for today and tomorrow. Anyone needing shelter assistance may go to the William “Hicks” Anderson Community Center located at 501 N Madison St, Wilmington, DE 19801. If you need assistance, dial 211.

Due to the inclement weather, Wilmington Code Purple will be located at the William “Hicks” Anderson community center from 2/22 Sunday, 5 PM through 2/24 Tuesday, 10 AM

02/22/2026

📢 LEVEL 1 DRIVING RESTRICTION HAS BEEN ISSUED 📢

Governor Meyer has issued a Level 1 Driving Warning statewide effective immediately. The restrictions are in place to keep emergency responders and other essential motorists safe by minimizing nonessential travel during severe weather and perilous road conditions.

This driving warning will remain until further notice and may be replaced by increased restrictions if road conditions worsen through the night.

Read more at: https://news.delaware.gov/2026/02/22/level-1-driving-warning-in-effect-statewide/

Follow Delaware Emergency Management Agency and Gov Matt Meyer for more.

02/22/2026

Governor Meyer has officially declared a State of Emergency. Please keep an eye out for updates on driving restrictions!

Governor Matthew Meyer has declared a State of Emergency as of 12 p.m. today in anticipation of the impending winter storm. The State of Emergency will allow for the mobilization of statewide resources needed to prepare for and respond to this storm, including the activation of the Delaware National Guard.

Read more at: https://ow.ly/HXpb50YjExk

02/22/2026

🚨 URGENT: BLIZZARD PREPARATIONS & PLOWING OPERATIONS 🚨

Elsmere, the window to prepare is closing fast. We are facing a life-threatening winter storm with a possibility of 18”–24” of snow and 40+ mph wind gusts.

❄️ THE STORM TIMELINE:
• Peak Intensity: This evening through Monday morning.
• Snowfall Rates: 1–2+ inches per hour.
• Conditions: Whiteout/Blizzard conditions will make travel treacherous and life-threatening. Stay off the roads!

🚜 PUBLIC WORKS & PLOWING: To help our crews clear the streets safely and quickly, we need your cooperation:
• PARK OFF-STREET: Move all vehicles into driveways or parking lots.
• STAY CLEAR: Do NOT park on corners or in yellow-curb zones.
• SHOVELING RULES: Do not shovel snow into the street. Snow must be shoveled onto your own property. Code Enforcement will issue violations for snow pushed back into public roadways.

💡 SAFETY FIRST: Expect power outages and drifting snow. If you live near a fire hydrant, make sure they are cleared as well to help our fire departments in case of an emergency. Charge your devices now and don't forget to check on your neighbors.

02/20/2026

UPDATE: The Town's website is back up and running! Thank you for your patience!

📢 Website Notice

The Town of Elsmere’s official website is currently down as we experience some technical difficulties. Our team is working hard to get everything back online as quickly as possible.

We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your patience while we fix the issue. We will post an update here as soon as we are back up and running!

02/18/2026

Join the Elsmere Volunteer Cleanup Crew for a pop up cleanup in celebration of 302 Day in partnership with DelDOT's Adopt-A-Highway Program on Monday March 2nd! Volunteers will meet at Town Hall at 3PM. Supplies provided, no sign up required.

Join us for a pop up cleanup in celebration of 302 Day in partnership with DelDOT's Adopt-A-Highway Program on Monday March 2nd! Volunteers will meet at Elsmere Town Hall at 3PM. Supplies provided, no sign up required.

02/18/2026

A Different Kind of "Pot of Gold" This St. Paddy’s Day! 🌈☘️

On March 17th, the Town of Elsmere and the Food Bank of Delaware are teaming up to support our local families with a Pop-Up Food Pantry!

📍 11 Poplar Ave (Town Hall Parking Lot)
⏰ 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📅 Tuesday, March 17th, 2026

Whether you’re in need of assistance or know a neighbor who is, come see us in the Town Hall parking lot.

👉 Reminder: Bring your ID or proof of DE residency. Food will be distributed until 1 PM or until supplies run out.

‼️ Stay tuned for more dates to be announced as we receive them from the Food Bank!