A new McDonald’s opened Sept. 29 in Clarksville, west of Bethany Beach, the 38th “golden arches” operated by the Meoli Companies in Delaware, Maryland and Virginia.
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The restaurant at 35010 Atlantic Ave. (Route 26) is near the shopping center with Hocker’s Super Center and Walgreens, near Ocean View and Millville.
The grand opening was marked with a ribbon cutting, a donation to South Coastal Village Volunteers and a “first dip” tasting with chicken McNuggets, McCrispy chicken strips and French fries dipped in a variety of sauces.
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The restaurant provides 50 new jobs, including career opportunities.
Mike Meoli, owner/operator of the Meoli Cos., said the community has given his staff a warm welcome.
“Our restaurants take on the personality of the towns where we reside, and this restaurant reflects the vibrancy and growth of the Clarksville, Ocean View and Millville communities,” Meoli said in a press release. “From creating dozens of new jobs to supporting organizations like South Coastal Village Volunteers, we are proud to be more than just a restaurant – we’re a partner in helping this community thrive.”
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For nearly 35 years, the company has been “dedicated to delivering a gold-standard McDonald’s experience while offering opportunities” including tuition assistance, English- and Spanish-language courses and career development resources, Meoli said.
Community leaders who spoke at the ceremony included state Sen. Gerald Hocker, state Rep. Ronald Gray, Sussex County Council President Doug Hudson and David Szumski, incoming board president of the Bethany-Fenwick Area Chamber of Commerce.
Hocker took a turn serving customers in the drive-thru.
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