Designed as a relaxed networking event, Bardea Blend brings together creatives, professionals, and industry friends from across the region. Jamie Kleman | Contributing Writer Delaware Live | December 2025 As the year comes to a close, Wilmington’s creative and professional community has an opportunity to gather, connect, and celebrate. Bardea Blend takes place on December 18, 2025, beginning at 5 …
Kirily of Make & Mellow Named Downtown Wilmington’s December Customer Service Champion
At Make & Mellow, Kirily does not simply sell candles. She helps customers craft moments By Jamie Kleman | Contributing Writer | Delaware Live Downtown Wilmington’s December Customer Service Champion is Kirily of Make & Mellow Custom Candle Bar, where candle making is about more than fragrance. It is about creating a welcoming experience from the moment a guest walks …
SEPTA Plans to Close Wilmington Station Ticket Office, Prompting Community Pushback
SEPTA to Close Wilmington Station Ticket Office as Agency Pushes Efficiency, Modernization WILMINGTON, Del. — SEPTA plans to close the staffed ticket office at the Joseph R. Biden Jr. Wilmington Amtrak Station on Dec. 31, 2025, part of a broader effort to streamline operations, reduce overhead, and modernize fare collection — a move the agency says reflects how most riders …
Christiana Mall Spreads Holiday Cheer With $5,000 Gift Card Giveaway
The holiday promotion will continue through December 24, 2025, with prizes awarded weekly! Jamie Kleman | Contributing Writer, Delaware Live | December 2025 Christiana Mall is adding extra excitement to the holiday shopping season with a $5,000 giveaway, offering shoppers the chance to win one of ten $500 prepaid mall gift cards as part of its December festivities. The holiday …
Nemours Children’s Hospital launches new Institute for Maternal Fetal Health to expand early treatment for complex pregnancies
WILMINGTON — Nemours Children’s Health on Wednesday announced the launch of its new Institute for Maternal Fetal Health, a program designed to diagnose and treat medical conditions in babies before birth while providing comprehensive support for expectant mothers. The institute’s first clinical location will open at Nemours Children’s Hospital, Delaware in early 2026. The launch reflects the health system’s growing …
All Aboard the Holiday Lights Express: A Hockessin Tradition with History
The Holiday Lights Express is the most popular winter ride with the historic passenger coaches decorated inside and out with thousands of colorful lights. Jamie Kleman | Contributing Writer Delaware Live There is something timeless about riding a train through the quiet winter woods on a December night. For many families in northern Delaware, the Holiday Lights Express on the …
The DRBA’s New hybrid ferry approved for Cape May–Lewes route
DRBA awards $78.6 million contract for diesel-electric vessel expected to cut emissions, replace aging Cape Henlopen in 2029 NEW CASTLE, Del. — The Delaware River and Bay Authority has taken a major step toward adding a new “green” ferry to the Cape May–Lewes Ferry fleet, awarding a $78.6 million construction contract for a diesel-hybrid vessel expected to begin service later …
Women’s Leadership Conference: RISE Inspires, Challenges, and Celebrates Leaders Across Delaware
The event brings record attendance, powerful stories, and a renewed call for intentional leadership. WILMINGTON, Del. — The New Castle County Chamber of Commerce’s annual Women’s Leadership Conference: RISE drew hundreds of business leaders, students, entrepreneurs, and community advocates to a sold-out gathering that blended professional development with honest conversations, economic insight, and the celebration of Delaware’s rising and established …
Mountaire Farms Prepares 15,250 Holiday Meal Boxes for Annual Thanksgiving for Thousands
This Mountaire Farms’ tradition began almost 30 years ago as a small community service project and has grown into one of the most anticipated outreach events in Delmarva. Jamie, Kleman, Contributing Writer | Delaware Live | November 2025 Mountaire Farms is gearing up for one of the region’s largest holiday traditions as volunteers prepare to pack more than fifteen thousand …
Delaware Kicks Off Holiday Travel Safety Campaign With Sober Ride Vouchers
Sober Ride vouchers are available to help make that decision easier, and officials hope the added convenience encourages more people to take advantage of the program. Jamie Kleman Contributing Writer Delaware Live | November 2025 The Delaware Office of Highway Safety has officially launched its annual holiday road safety campaign featuring the Sober Ride Vouchers, an effort designed to reduce …
A New Chapter in Style at Salon Bartolo at 1942 Gilpin Avenue
Salon Bartolo helping shape the personality of both Forty Acres and nearby Trolley Square. Contributing Writer Delaware Live | November 2025 Salon Bartolo, the boutique salon located at 1942 Gilpin Avenue in Wilmington’s Forty Acres neighborhood, has opened the doors to its newly expanded space and ushered in a fresh era for the business. Known for its warm hospitality, classic …
Tailored Home Hosts Master Engraver for Simon Pearce Art for One Day!
Customers who purchase Simon Pearce pieces priced at fifty dollars or more will receive complimentary custom hand engraving Jamie Kleman, Contributing Writer | Delaware Live | November 2025 Tailored Home in Greenville is helping holiday hosts elevate their tables with a special one-day event that blends craftsmanship, personalization, and seasonal inspiration. On Saturday, November 22, the boutique home and lifestyle …










