Wilmington Issues Weekly Traffic And Travel Advisory For Street Repaving

The attached information is for Monday, April 6 through Friday, April 10, 2020.

Coronavirus In Wilmington- Week In Review

Wilmington Mayor Mike Purzycki today presented the first in a series of weekly summaries of government-related news for Coronavirus.

Wilmington Mayor’s Office Will Assist City Businesses To Maneuver Through Coronavirus

An immediate $10,000 grant highlights one federal program offered through the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act.

Wilmington Mayor Shares Governor Carney’s Community Call-To-Action

John Carney issued a community call-to-action on Thursday, urging Delaware citizens, businesses and nonprofits to offer their assistance.

2 More Wilmington Police Officers Test Positive For Coronavirus

Mayor Mike Purzycki and Police Chief Robert J. Tracy announced that 2 more Wilmington police officers have tested positive for coronavirus.

Mayor Purzycki Shares Governor Carney’s Ninth Modification To The Delaware State Of Emergency

Governor Carney’s modified emergency order limits public gatherings to 10 people until May 15.

Wilmington Mayor Announces Expanded Food Distribution System

The Parks and Recreation Dept. has added more sites to meet demand for meals.

Mayor Purzycki Shares Governor Carney’s Stay-At-Home Order For All Delawareans

The orders go into effect at 8 a.m. March 24. They will remain in effect until May 15 or until the public health threat is eliminated.

Mayor Purzycki Addresses Recent Shooting Incidents And Continuing Efforts To Quell Gun Crime

Annual statistical crime trends continue to point to a decline in homicides and shootings in Wilmington over the past five years.

Wilmington Unveils Renovated WHACC

The City will host a Grand Re-opening party this Saturday, February 15 from Noon to 6 p.m.

DelDOT Nears Bridge Completion of Northeast Boulevard

The bridge,which was built in 1932, needed major structural repairs as well as an upgrade to the intersections on either side of the bridge.

Wilmington’s Beautiful City Campaign Continues As New Trash Bins Are Rolled Out Citywide

SMART technology trash bins are being delivered to 21,000 residents.

Holiday Schedule For Wilmington Government Offices

Wilmington government offices will be closed on Wednesday, January 1, 2020, for the New Year’s Day Holiday.

Wilmington Mayor Comments On Sentencing For 2016 Fire That Killed Firefighters

"Today’s sentencing will hopefully bring some solace to all who knew and loved these three heroes."

Wilmington’s Beautiful City Campaign Continues As The Big Trash And Recycling Collection Day Switch Occurs On Monday, January 13

Mondays and Tuesdays will be the new trash collection days and Thursdays and Fridays will be the new recycling collection days;

Mayor Purzycki Invites Residents And Visitors To The Opening Of Wilmington’s Latest Pop-Up

Launch of the Market Street Holiday Village coincides with the 56th

City Of Wilmington, AFSCME Local 1102 Agree On A New Contract

It includes wage increases and revised healthcare contributions.

Wilmington City Govt. Offices Will Be Closed October 28 & Recyclables Collection Schedule Is Modified

Wilmington City government offices will be closed on Monday, October 28, 2019, for the City’s early observance of Veterans Day.

Mayor Announces Wilmington Youth Environmental Corps Program

Mayor and Parks Director Kelley invite City residents between the ages of 14 and 17 to apply for the nine-session program.

Popular Wilmington Road Race Marks 15th Year

The event later this month features a half marathon and a 5k.

Wilmington Mayor Invites Citizens To Attend Annual AFL-CIO Parade Downtown

Wilmington Mayor Mike Purzycki invited citizens to attend the Annual Wilmington Labor Day Parade on Monday, Sept. 2, at 10 a.m.

Mayor Announces The 2019 Wilmington Awards Recipients

A ceremony in October will honor Wilmington citizens for outstanding accomplishments, community service, and life-long achievement.

Wilmington Community Center Schedule Changed Due To Renovations

Construction will continue for two weeks; only the gym and fitness center will be in open to the public until August 17.

Wilmington Announces New Gun Violence Prevention Partnership

Social service agencies will partner with law enforcement to prevent gun violence.

Wilmington Presents National Night Out On Tuesday, August 6

Annual community event promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie.

Mayor Purzycki Officially Opens Downtown Farmer’s Market

The market, which began its 17th season on May 1, will continue every Wednesday through October 30th.

Sign up now for DCAD’s summer Continuing Ed workshops and courses

Opportunities for this June, July and August include classes in fine arts, jewelry design, photography and web/graphic design.

Rutgers Offering Wound Ostomy Continence Program Online

Rutgers University School of Nursing-Camden is now offering its WOC Program in an online format starting in September 2018.

Signs By Tomorrow Dover Signs Contract with Firefly Music Fest

Dover business announces partnership with local festival

Seeing Double: Twins Will Marry Twins, Live Their Lives Together

Identical twin sisters will marry identical twin brothers and set up housekeeping together after a surprise proposal.