SEPTA Regional Rail and buses serving Wilmington are back in full operation after service was restored September 14. (Photo by ExactoCreation FLICKR)

SEPTA restores Wilmington trains and buses, but long-term funding still in question

Claudia EstradaBusiness, Headlines

WILMINGTON – After weeks of uncertainty for riders, SEPTA restored bus, train, and rail service across the region on Saturday, September 14.  While Wilmington commuters once again have access to full service, the agency says its funding challenges are far from resolved. RELATED STORY: No more trains to Philly? DART responds to SEPTA cutbacks In a message to riders, Scott …

ILG has served over 660,000 passengers since launching service in 2023. (Photo courtesy of DRBA)

ILG breaks records with highest passenger count in first half of 2025

Claudia EstradaBusiness, Headlines, Travel

Passenger traffic at Wilmington Airport (ILG) continues to grow, officials from the Delaware River and Bay Authority (DRBA) announced that the facility has served more than 660,000 total passengers since Avelo Airlines launched service there in February 2023.  The milestone marks a dramatic comeback for Delaware, which just two years ago was the only state in the U.S. without commercial …

Avelo Airlines has launched new nonstop routes from Wilmington Airport (ILG) to Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina, and Jacksonville, Florida. (Photo by Simon Baker)

Avelo Airlines adds new nonstop flights from Wilmington Airport to Raleigh-Durham and Jacksonville

Claudia EstradaCulture, Headlines, Travel

Avelo Airlines has launched new nonstop routes from Wilmington Airport (ILG) to Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina, and Jacksonville, Florida, expanding its offerings to 14 destinations from the Delaware Valley hub. The low-cost carrier began twice-weekly service to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) on Thursday, May 22. Service to Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) will begin Friday, May 23. Flights to Raleigh-Durham will operate …

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Wilmington ranks in U.S. cities for business travelers

Claudia EstradaBusiness, Culture, Headlines

Wilmington has been recognized as a top destination for corporate travelers seeking a balance between business and after-hours networking. According to a recent survey conducted by financial media company MarketBeat.com, the city ranked No. 116 on a list of 145 cities that attract business professionals looking for vibrant post-work experiences. The survey, which polled 3,102 business executives nationwide, highlights a …

Delaware's July Fourth is sure to include firework displays, beachgoers, live music, and more.

Your guide to the July Fourth weekend in Delaware

Jarek RutzDelaware Live, Culture, Headlines

July Fourth – a day filled with BBQs, backyard cornhole, and beach trips – is just around the corner. With travel agencies expecting around 12% of the state’s population to pack up and head out on vacation, here’s what to know about Independence Day in the First State: Travel AAA Mid-Atlantic expects 116,000 Delawareans to travel at least 50 miles …

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Traveling for Christmas? Here are some things you should know

Charles MegginsonCulture, Government, Headlines

Photo by Nadezhda/Getty Images. Suspending planned lane closures The Delaware Department of Transportation has announced that it will suspend planned lane closures on I-95, Route 1, US 13, and US 113 to minimize the effect on holiday traffic. The closed lanes will be reopened beginning at 12 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 23 and will remain open until 12:01 a.m. on …