New Castle— The Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC) announced Thursday that several shooting ranges at the Ommelanden Hunter Education and Training Center will be temporarily closed beginning Monday, July 14, to allow for a lead recovery project. The closures will affect the trap, skeet, and 5-stand shooting fields while DNREC’s Division of Fish and Wildlife carries …
WILMINGTON— A new initiative to improve youth literacy in Wilmington was announced last Wednesday by Mayor John Carney, who unveiled a partnership with Reading Assist and educational publisher Mrs Wordsmith. The summer program will provide targeted tutoring and literacy instruction to roughly 200 children, ages 6 to 14, at two key community hubs; the Police Athletic League (PAL) of Wilmington …
WILMINGTON — The Northside Food & Culture Market will return to Haynes Park this summer, offering fresh produce, crafts, and live entertainment every Thursday from 4 to 7 p.m., starting June 26 through October 30. Now in its third year, the market has evolved from a single pop-up event in 2023 to a full seasonal series rooted in community partnerships. …
WILMINGTON — The Old-Fashioned Ice Cream Festival will return to Rockwood Park & Museum on Saturday, June 28, which will offer a full day of family-friendly activities, food vendors, live music, and fireworks. The festival will feature more than 40 artisan vendors, a range of food and dessert options, plus entertainment on multiple stages. Running from 1-9 P.M., admission is …
WINTERTHUR- Families are invited to step into a magical world of music, storytelling, crafts, and outdoor play during Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library’s Enchanted Summer Day. The event will take place this Saturday, June 14, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the museum’s Enchanted Woods children’s garden, which offers a variety of performances and activities designed to spark imagination …
WILMINGTON — Mayor John Carney and the Mayor’s Office of Constituent Services announced a summer initiative to distribute free electric fans to eligible seniors. Fans will be available on a first-come, first-served basis every Tuesday through Thursday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Mayor’s Office of Constituent Services on the 7th floor of the Louis L. Redding City/County …
WILMINGTON — After a series of weather-related construction delays, Wilmington’s long-awaited Rodney Reservoir Park is now expected to open at the end of summer. Originally projected for a May 2025 debut, the park’s opening was pushed back due to more than 90 days of lost construction time during the winter season. City officials now anticipate a late August opening for …
LEWES- A unique celebration of cycling, craft beer, and community will take place in Lewes this Father’s Day weekend, June 13–14, as Priority Bicycles teams up with Dogfish Head Brewing for the “Good Vibes & Bike Rides” event based at the Dogfish Inn. The two-day experience is designed to bring locals and visitors together for guided bike rides, outdoor activities, …
KENNETT SQUARE — The fourth annual Kennett Summerfest will bring an afternoon of regional wine, live music, and culinary experiences to South Broad Street on Sunday, June 8. Organized by the nonprofit Kennett Collaborative, the outdoor festival will feature tastings from 15 Brandywine Valley wineries, along with food vendors, hands-on workshops, artisan makers, and a non-alcoholic beverage garden. Proceeds from …
WILMINGTON- The Wilmington Police Department and Wilmington Fire Department have officially opened applications for the 2025 Youth Public Safety Academy, a free two-week summer program designed to introduce local youth to careers in public safety. Scheduled to run from Monday, June 16 through Friday, June 27, the academy will be held on weekdays from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Participants, …
