News Briefs 4/12/24
Dewey climate change committee meets April 13
The Dewey Beach Climate Change Committee will meet at 9 a.m., Saturday, April 13, at the Lifesaving Station, 1 Dagsworthy Ave. Members will discuss objectives and the committee focus, and how to use resources. For the full agenda and meeting link, go to townofdeweybeach.com.
Lewes parks panel to meet April 15
The Lewes Parks and Recreation Commission will meet at 5 p.m., Monday, April 15, at city hall.
The agenda includes discussion and possible action on the Canalfront Park playground project.
See the full agenda and meeting link at lewes.civicweb.net.
American Legion Family Day April 27
American Legion Family Day will take place at American Legion Post 28 off Route 24 in Long Neck from noon to 4 p.m., Saturday, April 27. There will be free food and entertainment, and beverages will be available for purchase. The theme of the event is Stand for the Flag and Kneel for the Fallen. For more information, phone 302-947-0581.
Blood donations of all types urgently needed
Blood Bank of Delmarva announced a blood emergency April 8 following a period of low donor turnout due to holidays and school breaks. There is currently only a 2-3-day supply of type O negative blood, as well as a critical shortage of platelets, but all donation types are needed. Type O negative is the universal blood type and represents only 6% of the U.S. population. It is most often used in trauma situations, allowing for immediate transfusions during emergencies. The current low supply of O negative blood is critical, and donations of this type are especially urgent.
“We are asking our community to respond during this blood emergency so that we are able to meet the needs of patients in the hospitals we serve,” said Steve Corse, Blood Bank of Delmarva executive director. “We are calling on eligible donors to make an immediate blood or platelet donation, and it is our hope that we’ll see first-time and youth donors answer our call for help.” Blood donors can give every 56 days, and platelet donors can give twice per month. The Food and Drug Administration recently lifted several blood donor eligibility restrictions. To view current guidelines or to make an appointment, visit delmarvablood.org or call 1-888-8-BLOOD-8.
