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New Winterthur Exhibit: 30 Artists + Makers
Transformations: Contemporary Artists at Winterthur. Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library in Wilmington has a new exhibit that draws inspiration from history, nature and the museum itself. More than 30 artists and makers from around the country created pieces for Transformations: Contemporary Artists at Winterthur. From fabric arts to furniture, painting to serving pieces, bandboxes to landscaping, Transformations explores people, history, and influence and reimagines the varied collections of Winterthur.
From WHYY: Wilmington rehab loan program aims to attract middle-class homebuyers
Charly Bass Davis, a construction laborer by trade, never thought she would be rehabbing vacant houses in her old neighborhood on the East Side as a real estate developer. “It’s like one big construction site, but it’s on one city block,” Bass Davis said about what’s happening on Bennett Street near Kirkwood Park.
Wilmington University Celebrates Its Class of 2024
Wilmington University celebrated its 53rd Commencement ceremonies Jun. 2-3, awarding more than 3,700 academic degrees. Wilmington University celebrated its 53rd Commencement ceremonies Jun. 2-3, awarding more than 3,700 academic degrees at the Chase Center on the Riverfront in Wilmington, Del. The accomplished Class of 2024 demonstrated exceptional dedication, achieving their...
Dover Launches Survey Around Marijuana Regulations
DOVER, DE - The city announced a survey to get public feedback on possible marijuana ordinances. With recreational marijuana recently legalized in Delaware, Dover officials are looking for public comment on possible guidelines on if/where marijuana would be permitted in the city. To participate in the survey, click here.
Join Wilmington’s Spectacular July 4th Fireworks Extravaganza!
Wilmington Mayor Mike Purzycki and Cultural Affairs Director Tina Betz are thrilled to invite residents and visitors to the city’s annual Independence Day fireworks show on **Thursday, July 4th**! The celebration kicks off with family-friendly activities starting at 4:00 p.m., culminating in a breathtaking fireworks display at 9:30 p.m. (Rain date: **Friday, July 5th** for the fireworks show only.)
DSU announces named athletic venues, opening celebration
It’s going to be a big fall for sports at Dakota State University. The $41 million Beacom Premier Complex is the first new DSU athletics facility since the Fieldhouse was finished in 1960. The South Dakota Board of Regents approved the naming of the Beacom Premier Complex and the...
State gives Newark $2 million instead of authorizing tax on UD
Newark's much-debated request for the power to tax the University of Delaware never came up for a vote in the state legislature this session, but the city's finances still received a major boost as the session came to a close on Sunday. Legislators allocated $2 million for Newark, meant to make up for the property tax revenue lost due to UD's tax-exempt property. The amount is equivalent to what the UD tax would have generated. ...
Firefighter treated for minor injuries after 2-alarm fire at home in New Castle County
A firefighter suffered minor injuries while battling a two-alarm blaze in Wilmington, Delaware, on Tuesday.It happened just after 12:30 p.m. on the 800 block of North Lombard Street.Firefighters were called to the scene for reports of a house fire. Upon arrival, crews saw smoke coming from the roof of a two-story rowhome.The fire spread rapidly, according to police.Additional crews were called in to help fight the flames.After approximately 45 minutes, authorities say the fire was placed under control.The fire caused heavy damage to the roof and second floor of the home, as well as moderate damage to the roof of a next-door residence.As a result of the blaze, one firefighter was transported to Wilmington Hospital with minor injuries. No other injuries were reported.The cause of the fire remains under investigation.
2 men shot in Wilmington
Two men are hospitalized in critical condition after being found with gunshot wounds in Wilmington. The shooting was reported Monday at about 8:35 in the area of Vandever Avenue and Northeast Boulevard. The victims are 25 and 23 years old. Detectives are still looking for a suspect or suspects in...
It's Always Sunny in Newark: Actor Glenn Howerton tends bar at Timothy's
Timothy’s of Newark was packed to the brim with fans of “It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia” on Thursday evening, when actor Glenn Howerton visited the restaurant and took a turn behind the bar. Howerton, who plays Dennis Reynolds in the hit comedy show, was in town to promote his new Four Walls Irish American Whiskey. He also visited several bars in Wilmington. The whiskey is a collaboration with Howerton’s co-stars,...
Dover Man Charged in Laundromat Burglary
DOVER, DE - The Dover Police Department has arrested a man on multiple charges including burglary after police say he stole from a laundromat. According to Dover police, their investigation began just after 9:30 a.m. Monday, July 1st, when they received a report of a burglary at Laundry Lagoon on South DuPont Highway. Officers say they learned a suspect entered the business through an unlocked door at about 1 a.m. Monday and damaged a vending machine. Police say the suspect then took merchandise before leaving.
Offshore wind lease sale 26 miles from Delaware Bay is Aug. 14
DOVER — The Department of the Interior announced Friday that it would hold a central Atlantic offshore wind energy lease auction by the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management on Aug. 14. The site could generate up to 6.3 gigawatts of energy and power up to 2.2 million homes, according...
Delaware State University celebrating 31 years as an institution
DOVER, Del. – Happy anniversary to Delaware State University!. They’re celebrating 31 years since the transition from Delaware State College in 1993. Over the years the school has made changes to expand their programming, including adding a doctoral and associates program and education opportunities in Jamaica and Barbados. Enrollment at the school has doubled to more than 6,000 students over the years. In 2021, DSU became the first Historically Black College and University to acquire another HBCU, Wesley College. The school’s research has also raised millions of dollars from federal agencies.
DSU Professor explains the SCOTUS ruling for the presidential immunity case
DELMARVA – The Supreme Court of the United States justices ruled 6-3 for broad immunity on Former President Donald Trump’s immunity case. Across the nation, many are speaking out on the importance a ruling like this has on presidential power. Constitutional Scholar from DSU Dr. Sam Hoff broke it down for WMDT. This ruling means that Trump and any other president has immunity for official acts made as president, but not immunity for personal acts made while serving as president. For former president Trump, this ruling impacts his trial surrounding his role in the January 6th insurrection.
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