Daily
Wilmington
Thursday, January 1st, 2026
Good morning, Wilmington. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 1st of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ New Castle County Police, Delaware F.O.P. Lodge 5 and Claymont Fire Company presented a $7,500 check to Helen F. Graham Cancer Center on Tuesday, Dec. 30 to honor Detective Christopher Skrobot who is battling Myelodysplastic Syndrome. Funds were raised during No Shave November and Nails for November. WDEL
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A fire broke out at a construction site at St. Mark's High School on Wed, Dec. 31, causing water and smoke damage but no injuries + the Delaware State Fire Marshal’s Office investigated the cause while the school remained closed for Christmas break. WDEL
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Dec. 31, the Delaware Department of Labor reported that it had reduced its unemployment claims backlog by refocusing on service delivery, compliance, & fiscal management and by using the Claimant 360 and IQ Fraud dashboards. Deleware State Government
- ➤ Local housing advocates say the housing first model helps homeless residents find permanent homes at sites such as the Hope Center & Central YMCA. Federal officials are pulling a $10 million grant, and local leaders worry that cuts may force a reduction in supportive services soon. Spotlight Delaware
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Little Sister Band Live at The Reef
8 p.m. — The Reef Seafood & Steak — Reservations required — Enjoy a night of Pop Rock dance music while dining and drinking in a lively atmosphere.
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Soap Making Workshop - Protective Chai
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Terra Luna — Ticket purchase required — Create your very own protective chai-scented soaps in this hands-on workshop.
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Veganized Slow Cooker Recipes Cooking Class
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Wellness Plus Center — Free entry — Discover delicious veganized slow cooker recipes and enjoy free samples.
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2026 Summer Camp Fair
9:30 AM – 12:00 PM — Delaware Museum of Nature & Science — Free admission — Explore local summer camps and enjoy hands-on science activities for campers.
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Learn to Play Mahjongg
1-2:30 p.m. — Siegel JCC Kehillah Lounge — Free for Members, $50 for Non-Members — Engage in a fun and social Mahjongg class suitable for all skill levels.
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