Christina School District Free Summer Meals Program Underway

Christina School District will provide free nutritious "grab and go" meals to children 18 years of age and under from June 29 to August 5.

Wilmington Area Red Cross Blood Drive Coming Up Soon

The U.S. is experiencing a severe blood donation shortage.

A Grand Ole Summer Season In Greater Wilmington, Delaware

The weekend then continues with one of The Grand’s resident companies, The Rock Orchestra performing their Evening of Who concert, June 26.

A Guide To LGBTQ Activities In Greater Wilmington

There is so much talent in our arts community, and many LGBTQ people are represented within it.

Delaware Humane Association, Delaware SPCA Announce Merger

The integration process is expected to be complete in fall 2021, pending completion of the legal process.

City Government Offices Will Be Closed And Trash Collection Schedule Modified For The Juneteenth Holiday In Wilmington

Follow this link for more information about trash and recycling in the City.

Wilmington To Resume Water Disconnections For Delinquent Utility Bills On June 9

Utility shut offs have been suspended since March of 2020 due to the pandemic.

Greater Wilmington Convention & Visitors Bureau: 10 Spectacular Outdoor Wedding Venues In Greater Wilmington

Click the link below for more information.

Wilmington Celebrates The Return Of Bike-To-Work Day This Friday

Each ride begins at 7:45 a.m. and ends with a reception at the plaza from 8 -9:30 a.m. The event is FREE, but registration is required.

Upcoming Red Cross Blood Drive In Wilmington Area

The pandemic has impacted the nation's blood supply. The Red Cross is holding a blood drive soon in the Wilmington area.

The Annual Beautiful City Community Clean-Up Day And Wilmington's First Open Streets Event Are Set For This Saturday

The inaugural event will kick off Saturday afternoon on Market Street in Downtown Wilmington.

Charter School Of Wilmington To Welcome New President Reginald Johnson On May 17

Dr. Johnson most recently served as the Chief of Strategic Partnerships with Phi Delta Kappa International.

Hold Saturday, May 15 On Your Calendars! Wilmington's Community Clean-Up Day Returns

Clean-up projects will be held throughout the City from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m.

Red Cross Blood Drives Coming Up In Wilmington Area

There is no wait period for blood donations after receiving a coronavirus vaccine dose.

City Of Wilmington And The Delaware Estuary Celebrate Earth Day/Arbor Day Virtually Again This Year

Series of online events planned from April 19 until 23, 2021.

Wilmington Area Red Cross Blood Drive Coming Up Soon

The Red Cross is holding a blood drive in the Wilmington area soon.

Wilmington Mayor And The City Share In The Celebration Of The 25th Anniversary Of The Riverfront Development Corporation

Riverfront Development Corporation of Delaware Marks 25th Anniversary, Looks to the Future.

Coronavirus One Year Later: Essential City Services Continue Uninterrupted; Many Enforcement Programs Remain Suspended

Mayor Purzycki today thanked these employees and expressed his deep appreciation for their efforts in extraordinary times.

Citizens Self Service Portal System Maintenance Completed In Wilmington

Visit the Online Payments page to access the Citizen Self Service portal.

Citizens Self Service Portal Undergoing System Maintenance In Wilmington

The scheduled date for public access to the portal is Monday, March 29.

Clifford Brown Year-Round: We Are Women, Hear Us Jam!

Cityfest, Inc. continues its year-round jazz concert series celebrating Wilmington’s own Clifford Brown.

Christina School District to Host Kindergarten Showcase, March 29

Join us on March 29 to learn more about the Christina Kindergarten experience!

Recyclables Collection Rescheduled For February 20 In Wilmington

To report issues about trash and recycling collection, please dial 3-1-1.

Drive-Thru Mobile Food Pantry Event Will Be Held In Wilmington On January 27

Mayor Purzycki and the Food Bank of Delaware partner to offer FREE emergency food to families in need.

Wilmington Mayor Shares Important Announcement From Governor Carney, DPH About Transition To Vaccinate Phase 1B

Registration for new DE Vaccine Roster to open on Wednesday.

Little Italy Trash Collection Rescheduled For January 13 In Wilmington

Commissioner Williams apologizes for any inconvenience this may cause.

Wilmington Mayor Purzycki Vetoes Pre-Rental Inspection Ordinance

Currently, the City has a stock of over 18,000 rental units, most of them no doubt being rented on a yearly basis.

Wilmington Mayor Shares Important Announcement From Governor Carney And DHSS Regarding Coronavirus Vaccine

The ACIP recommendation and CDC sign-off are the final steps in the approval process before states can begin vaccinating residents.

Mayor Purzycki’s Annual Toy Drive Will Brighten The Holidays For Hundreds Of Wilmington’s Children

December 18 is the deadline for families to register.

Wilmington Mayor Shares Important State Information Regarding Emergency Assistance Benefits For November

Delaware Will Issue Emergency Benefits for November to Eligible SNAP, TANF, and General Assistance Households.

Wilmington City Government Offices Will Be OPEN Wednesday, November 11

Wilmington City government offices will be open on Wednesday, November 11, 2020, the Federal holiday in observance of Veterans Day.

Wilmington Mayor Purzycki Comments On Election Of President-Elect Joe Biden And Vice-President-Elect Kamala Harris

"Joe and Kamala, you have our respect and our support. Now more than ever, our nation and the world need your leadership and guidance.”

Wilmington Mayor Purzycki Provides Details Of The Final “Curbside Wednesdays” Event On Union Street

Please see the news release below from West Side Grows Together for complete details.

Wilmington City Government Offices Will Be Closed On October 26; Trash Collection Schedule Is Modified

Wilmington City government offices will be closed on Monday, October 26, 2020, for the City’s early observance of Veterans Day.

Cityfest, Inc., Launches Year-Round Jazz Concert Series Celebrating Wilmington’s Own Clifford Brown

Cityfest Inc., will be streaming live jazz concerts every month kicking off on Friday, October 30, 2020.

Moody’s Investors Service Affirms Wilmington’s Bond Rating Of Aa2 And Affirms City’s Financial Outlook As Stable

Mayor Purzycki welcomes the news as the City prepares to sell bonds to fund new capital projects.

Wilmington’s Beautiful City Campaign Continues

The City supports this Saturday’s event presented by the Delaware Solid Waste Authority on the Christina Riverfront.

Learning Pods In Wilmington Assist Students With Their Studies

Taylor said the $90,000 from the City will help secure matching funds from the Longwood Foundation.

Wilmington Again Receives National Award For Excellence In Financial Reporting

The GFOA is recognized as one of the best sources of financial reporting guidance for state and local governments in North America.

Humane Association’s Reggie’s Fund Gives Pets A Second Chance

Everyone deserves a second chance – just ask Joe and Jill Biden’s adopted German Shepard, Major.

Travel Like A Local: Submit Your Town For Our 2018 Travel Guide

Whether you've got the best brewery around or a music festival that rivals Coachella, tell us why your town should be a destination in 2018.