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Rehoboth Beach Bans Smoking on Boardwalk and in City Parks

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There will be no more smoking on the boardwalk or bandstand, or city parks in Rehoboth Beach beginning May 15th.

In addition, smoking with be limited to designated areas on the beach.

The Rehoboth Beach Commissioners and mayor voted for the ban during a special Monday meeting.

The Wilmington News Journal reports that Commissioner Stan Mills said the ban was aimed at reducing litter, pollution and health risks.

The ban will not include e-cigarettes.

 

Don Rush is the News Director and Senior Producer of News and Public Affairs at Delmarva Public Media. An award-winning journalist, Don reports major local issues of the day, from sea level rise, to urban development, to the changing demographics of Delmarva.