The Youth Public Safety Academy's two-week summer program is designed to introduce local youth to careers in public safety. (Photo by Albert Stoynov)

Wilmington youth can train like first responders in free summer academy

Claudia EstradaPolice & Fire, Headlines, Summer

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, …