A Big Night For A Growing City
Delaware City Council will face another development-heavy agenda this coming Monday evening, with a series of public hearings and votes touching roads, housing, downtown redevelopment, emergency services, annexation and some of the city’s most visible growth corridors. The Council meeting begins at 6:00 PM on Monday, J
Leadership Delaware County Opens Applications for 2026–27 Program
If you’re ready to grow as a leader and make a lasting impact in Delaware County, sign up now for Leadership Delaware County. The Foundation of the Delaware County Chamber of Commerce is accepting applications for the 2026–27 Leadership Delaware County program, a nine-month leadership development experience that has he
First Bank House of the Week: A $1.32M Kennett Square Home With Space to...
A Kennett Square home offers a polished retreat designed for both relaxed daily living and memorable gatherings. Located at 411 Red Clay Drive, the five-bedroom, 4.5-bath residence sits on more than 1.1 landscaped acres and spans 8,483 square feet. . . The home makes a strong first impression with manicured...
Wilmington Art Loop Returns July 10 with an Evening of Local Art and Community
Free Monthly Event Showcases New Exhibitions Throughout Downtown and Greater Wilmington Downtown Wilmington’s vibrant arts scene will once again take center stage as the Wilmington Art Loop returns on Friday, July 10, inviting residents and visitors to enjoy an evening of art, culture, and community. Beginning at 5 p.m
Two new businesses planned for Newark
Two business stories this week are likely to create some excitement. The one that already has a lot of people talking is the announcement that the owner of Wonderland Records is planning to open a live music venue in Newark. Made possible by an upcoming change in the zoning code, it will be the first standalone venue
Gold Alert Issued for Missing 77-Year-Old Wilmington Woman
The New Castle County Division of Police has activated a Gold Alert for a missing 77-year-old Wilmington woman identified as Barbara Ellingworth. Barbara was last seen in the area of the 8600 block of Park Court at approximately 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, July 9, 2026. Since that time, officers have conducted extensive eff
Nature-based daycare plans to open in Newark this fall
A new nature-based daycare is aiming to open this fall on West Main Street. Pending final approvals, Newark Nature School will serve 80 kids from infancy through preschool age. “Newark Nature School is being established to provide high-quality childcare and early childhood education services to families in the Newark c
Delaware Attracts Major Rail Investment, Fintech HQ
Alstom has purchased a 20-acre property in Newark, Delaware where it will provide services and maintenance for Amtrak’s NextGen Acela high-speed passenger trains. The global smart and sustainable mobility company will invest more than $55 million to acquire and improve the property and will employ approximately 100 peo
Linvilla Orchards’ Sunflower Festival returns Aug. 8 with blooming fields and family fun
The annual Sunflower Festival returns to Linvilla Orchards on Saturday, Aug. 8, bringing a full day of family activities, live music and blooming fields. Visitors can spend the day wandering through the flower fields, taking photos among the blooms and cutting their own sunflowers. Hayrides, live music, local artisan v
Westtown Township: Where Old Estates Still Shape Daily Life
Morning light moves slowly across Oakbourne Park. It catches first on the tower of the old mansion, then slips across the formal gardens and the wide lawns beyond. Joggers follow the trails before the day turns busy. A dog noses through the grass near the path. In the distance, traffic gathers along Route 202, but here

















