One of the largest Italian-American cultural events in the nation, with about 60,000 attendees, is back this week in Wilmington for a ceremonious 50th year. St. Anthony’s Italian Festival, sponsored by St. Anthony of Padua Parish, involves decadent Italian cuisine like pasta, pizza, cannolis and more. “Thanks to all who come out to support our St. Anthony’s Italian Festival,” said …
Salesianum’s Abessinio Stadium quickly earned stellar rep
The Delaware Live stadium tour continues to Wilmington and Abessinio Stadium, home of Salesianum School (and a few others). Abessinio is the newest venue on the list, but it has quickly earned a stellar reputation as a fun place to watch a game. Abessinio opened to great fanfare in 2020 on the site of the former Baynard Stadium. Salesianum lost …
Vikings advance to first state championship since 2010
Photo couretsy of Eric O’Neill St Elizabeth’s football WILMINGTON — Quasim Benson, bouncing back after injuring an ankle late in the regular season, scored four touchdowns as St. Elizabeth defeated Tatnall, 33-0, to advance to the DIAA 1A football state championship. The Vikings will be seeking their first title since 2010. Benson scored on runs of 8, 4, 12 and …
Caravel spoils “Senior Night” for St. Elizabeth
Abessinio stadium was the scene for senior night on Veteran’s Day as six St. Elizabeth Vikings suited up for their final regular season game. The unbeaten Vikings (9-0) hosted the Caravel Buccaneers (8-1) in a highly-anticipated contest featuring two of the best running backs in Class 2A and 1A. Ky’shwn Drumgo of Caravel came into the night with 959 yards …
Here’s list of $70 million in projects picked by legislators for their districts
The General Assembly has posted the list of its $70 million in community redevelopment projects picked by individual legislators. The list of projects included in the Delaware General Assembly’s $70 million community redevelopment grants includes $2 million for a private school stadium, $1.6 million for the Delaware Agricultural Museum and $1.35 million for the Nanticoke Indian Association. Community …
Salesianum vs. Smyrna boys lacrosse photos
Sallies dominated the game against Smyrna.