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Wilmington
Saturday, January 24th, 2026
Good morning, Wilmington. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 24th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Local nonprofits are calling on Wilmington residents to donate warm clothing, food, and cash to help neighbors this winter. St. Patrick's Center and Ministry of Caring Inc. accept donations and seek volunteers during weekday drop-offs (please check posted times) to support their services. Delaware Online
- ➤ On Friday, local officials and community members gathered on East 8th Street to sign a beam for the new Peoples Settlement Association building (marking its 115-year legacy). Mayor John Carney said over $20-million in state funds has been secured to transform the landmark (creating new youth programs). WDEL
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ With wintry weather expected today, Delaware residents should check road conditions and stock emergency supplies. The Delaware Emergency Management Agency & Department of Transportation advise registering for mobile alerts and following WTMC updates to stay safe on the roads. Delaware Online
- ➤ Governor Meyer signed a State of Emergency today to prepare for Winter Storm Fern — the order takes effect at 12:01 a.m. Sunday and enables state agencies and the National Guard to mobilize, with DEMA set for full activation at 8:00 a.m. Sunday. Deleware State Government
- ➤ The Delaware State Housing Authority released its FY2025 Annual Report on the Downtown Development District Rebate Program, reporting 68 projects in 12 downtowns that received $8.1M in state funds and $118.2M in private investment. Applications for 2026 Large Projects are due by 3 p.m. on Feb. 26. Deleware State Government
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Today, local officials share a food safety guide for winter storms: a refrigerator stays cold for six hours and a half-full freezer for 24 hours; residents should monitor temperatures and avoid opening doors + use dry ice if outages extend to keep food safe. Delaware Online
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ A heavy snowstorm begins today and is expected to last until Monday, offering families a chance to enjoy local outdoor winter fun. Residents are encouraged to dress warmly and try activities such as sledding, building forts, and having friendly snowball fights at nearby hills. Delaware Online
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Brinkley Minter of Sanford swimming and diving was named Delaware Online High School Sports Athlete of the Week after winning six events and setting two school records on Jan. 23, competing against Tower Hill + Tatnall during the winter sports season. Voting took place Monday through Thursday. Delaware Online
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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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The Rock Orchestra
8-10 p.m. — The Grand Opera House — Admission details not specified — Experience a unique blend of classical and rock music from world-class musicians.
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