Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 25th of May.
Good morning, Wilmington.
Killens Pond water park in Felton now features a new 13,242 sqft pool with two spray features, a bucket tower and lily pads.
The park opened May 23 and will serve visitors on weekends through mid-June then daily until mid-August.
Communities in Delaware will hold Memorial Day events including parades and ceremonies honoring fallen service members today and later this week.
Highlights include the Wilmington Memorial Day Parade starting May 30 at Delaware and Woodlawn avenues and local services in Middletown, Smyrna, Dover, Milford, and Rehoboth.
Gold Star mother Kristen Giordano will honor her late son with a new monument for Gold Star families at the Delaware Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Millsboro.
The public event begins at 10 a.m. on June 10.
First State Comic Con kicked off yesterday in Wilmington where fans shopped among thousands of collectibles at local booths.
Killens Pond State Park offers locals a seasonal visual tour featuring photos of the millpond, pine woods, and scenic overlooks, showcasing the park’s natural beauty in spring.
Governor Meyer has ordered flags to be flown at half staff today in honor of Memorial Day across state offices + schools.
The order recognizes those who served and will be implemented throughout official settings.
Sussex County Council approved a $2.2 million contract with Whayland Company to build EMS Station 101 in Lincoln to improve emergency response as call volume rises.
The new station, located next to the Lincoln Fire Department, will include ambulance bays, crew quarters and spaces but has no set construction date.
Delawareonline invites residents to vote for Delaware’s top baseball player as it highlights 10 local standouts (featuring Wilmington native Bill Bruton and Newark’s Dave May).
The list honors players from the Negro Leagues to modern big leagues (part of USA TODAY Sports’ 250 greatest American sports figures feature).
Smyrna boys lacrosse beat Wilmington Friends 7-5 Saturday night in the DIAA State Tournament quarterfinals, earning their first semifinal appearance & marking a milestone for the program.
TEA 107 & 108 In-Person Class
9 AM – 5 PM — Fieldstone Golf Club — Registration required — A comprehensive 3-day intensive course covering tea fundamentals with tastings and assessments.
Los Dos de Tamaulipas & The New Halcones Concert
6 p.m.-midnight — Enigma Delaware — Tickets via Ticketón — Experience vibrant regional music with a lineup of talented artists at this all-ages concert.
The Canine Stars Stunt Dog Show
2-5 p.m. — The Grand Opera House — Tickets available — Watch amazing pups perform incredible stunts as they showcase their journey from rescues to rockstars.
Corporate FunRun Delaware 5k
5-10 p.m. — Wilmington — Registration fee applies — Join the excitement of a workplace fitness challenge and promote health in the community.
SOLO EXITOS TOUR | Los Rieleros del Norte
8:00 p.m. — Enigma Delaware — $67.84 — Catch Los Rieleros del Norte for an unforgettable night of music in Wilmington.
First Sundays at Docklands
2-8 p.m. — Docklands Riverfront — Free entry — Enjoy live music, food, and community vibes by the river.
Grand Baile Salsa Night
7-10 p.m. — The Grand Opera House — Ticket prices vary — Dance the night away with vibrant salsa rhythms and a lively atmosphere.
Science Fiction x Red Hot Chili Jam
8-11 p.m. — The Queen — Food and drink available — Experience live performances of iconic albums 'Make Yourself' and 'Californication' from tribute bands.
An Evening with Kelli O'Hara
8-11 p.m. — The Grand Opera House — Ticket prices vary — Experience the enchanting voice of Kelli O'Hara live in Wilmington.
The Chards Live Performance
8:00 – 9:30 PM — The Queen — Ticket prices vary — Experience the energetic performance of The Chards at this lively venue.
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