Christmas on Broad Creek

By |2018-11-19T14:32:39-05:00December 7th, 2018||

Christmas Markets come to Broad Creek in Laurel on Friday, December 7.   In conjunction with this year’s Laurel Christmas Parade “A Christmas Village”, the newly formed Laurel Parks and Recreation will host a Christmas Village Market on Front Street along Broad Creek between Delaware and Central Avenue.   With over 16 shops lined up, including a Spirits of Christmas Pop up Street Pub, shoppers will enjoy a festive holiday atmosphere while supporting local small businesses and [...]

Delmarva Paddling Weekend

By |2016-06-22T14:37:52-04:00September 30th, 2016|

Laurel, Delaware and Snow Hill, Maryland, are central to some of Delmarva’s great paddling waters. Laurel is located on beautiful Broad Creek, a tributary of the Nanticoke River once visited by Captain John Smith. Trap Pond State Park is located just a few minutes away from downtown Laurel. More than a dozen historic mill ponds dot the landscape around Laurel, providing tranquil waters for the beginning paddler or for those who want to float in [...]

Kayak launch dedication set

By |2016-05-23T10:02:01-04:00May 26th, 2016|

Laurel's new kayak and canoe launch will be officially christened this Thursday, May 26 at 10 a.m. The launch, located on the south bank of Broad Creek at Popular Street, was built by the Laurel Rotary Club. The celebration will be held in conjunction with Delaware Technical and Community College’s Road Scholar partner program - "Delaware Coastal Exploration: A Hike, Bike and Paddle Adventure" presented by expert Jim Rapp from May 22-27. Jim, an outdoor enthusiast [...]

Ramble stormwater presentation

By |2016-03-25T17:26:49-04:00April 4th, 2016|

The Ramble waterfront redevelopment project is moving forward. A comprehensive stormwater management feasibility study has been completed by Foresite Associates, and treatment options will be reviewed with the Laurel Town Council during its regularly scheduled meeting on Monday, April 4. The designs being recommended will serve The Ramble waterfront redevelopment plans and are aimed at protecting and improving the water quality conditions of the Broad Creek. With new emphasis on Laurel's waterways as a top paddling [...]

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Fall Ramble on Broad Creek

By |2015-09-04T14:47:19-04:00September 26th, 2015|

Help us reimagine Laurel's Broad Creek waterfront. With the help of engaged town citizens and leaders, The Ramble plan was designed to be a green, mixed-use redevelopment of the area betwween Roger Fisher Park on the west and the fishing pier on the east. On Saturday, September 26, those plans will come to life between 11 a.m. and 7 p.m. Better Block will be coming to Laurel. Better Block is a hands-on planning and engagement [...]

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Fall Ramble planning

By |2015-09-04T14:50:23-04:00September 10th, 2015|

Hands-on planning for the September 26 Fall Ramble continues at 5:30 p.m. at the Laurel Public Library.  Get engaged with your community and learn about what they're planning for the big day.

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