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Tuesday, May 27th, 2025
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Good morning, Wilmington. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 27th of May.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Delaware State Police have identified Antonio Hopkins, 58, of Millsboro as the motorcyclist killed when a 2006 Toyota Sienna crossed lanes on Millsboro Highway early May 25, with the driver—a 48-year-old man from Salisbury—uninjured and two passengers taken to hospital with minor injuries as investigators work the crash scene. Delaware Online
- ➤ A 59-year-old rider suffered serious injuries when he laid his motorcycle down on Route 1 northbound at Roth Bridge Monday at about 3:34 p.m.—he was struck by a tractor trailer, received emergency care, and was airlifted to Christiana Hospital while Delaware State Police investigated the crash. First State Update
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Local restaurants offered special Memorial Day deals for military families during the holiday weekend—offers included discounts at Applebee's, free coffee at 7-Eleven, special prices at Olive Garden, and more available at many local spots. Delaware Online
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ This summer, Delaware and Maryland will host many celebrations for Independence Day featuring fireworks, parades and live music. Delaware events include an early celebration on June 28 in Millsboro and July 4 festivities in Hockessin, Newark, Wilmington, Lewes, Dover and Smyrna—Clayton, while Maryland plans similar community events in Ocean City, Dewey Beach, Salisbury and Rehoboth. Delaware Online
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Delaware workers earned an average of $32.37 per hour and worked 32.5 hours weekly for about $1,052.03, while New Jersey & Maryland posted higher averages, Mississippi paid $27.88, and Washington led the nation at $52.25 as of March. Delaware Online
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A rare streaked shearwater was spotted off the Delaware coast when a bird watcher on the Cape May to Lewes Ferry snapped a photo earlier this month. The American Birding Association says this is the first recorded sighting of the bird in the North Atlantic Ocean — it usually breeds in parts of Asia and appears near Australia at other times. WDEL
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Delaware lawmakers will begin a public markup of the 2026 state budget on Wednesday and Thursday in Dover after learning they have an extra $100 million to spend for schools, police, and other programs. State planners will review proposals for a new warehouse in Selbyville and homes in Smyrna, and the Wilmington City Council will consider limiting rent increases to 3% next week—steps that may reshape funding and housing options in the state. Spotlight Delaware
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Researchers report that the invasive Asian longhorned tick is spreading quickly across nearby regions and may soon affect local parks as its unique ability to reproduce without mating drives rapid population growth — tests near Philadelphia found no pathogens while other studies in Pennsylvania have detected bacteria and viruses that could pose risks to human and animal health. WHYY
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Tuesday's DIAA spring sports tournament update reported baseball scores such as Cape Henlopen winning 11-1 over Newark Charter and Delaware Military Academy beating Caesar Rodney 14-4, and outlined quarterfinal games starting today. The update also lists schedules for softball, lacrosse, soccer, volleyball and golf, with semifinals and championships set to run through May 31 (game times and venues to be confirmed). Delaware Online
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Nerd Nite Wilmington
6-8 p.m. — Wilmington Brew Works — Free entry — Enjoy learning with friends while sipping great craft beer at this fun monthly gathering.
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Cooking With The Calamari Sisters
2:00 PM - 4:15 PM — Delaware Theatre Company — Check local listings for pricing — Enjoy a delightful cooking demonstration with a comedic twist from the famous Calamari Sisters.
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Laurie Berkner Concert
11:00 AM – 12:30 PM — The Grand Opera House — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate with Laurie Berkner and The Laurie Berkner Band as they perform classic kids' hits.
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The Chester County Card Show
9 a.m. - 3 p.m. — Sturzebecker Health Science Center — Free entry — Explore 200 tables of sports cards, Pokemon, TCG, vintage memorabilia, and more in a spacious new location.
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Virtual Tour of Senior Living Options
9 AM - 7 PM — Rockland Place — Free entry — Explore top-rated senior living options and discover award-winning dining and activities.
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Summer Camp for Tiny Explorers: Wednesday Series
9-10 a.m. — Delaware Museum of Nature & Science — Members: $10, Non-members: $24.50 — Engage your little ones with hands-on science activities and outdoor exploration.
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Kid Davis and the Bullets Live Performance
8-11 p.m. — Gallucio's Restaurant — No cover — Enjoy 1/2 price burgers while listening to the Americana sounds of Kid Davis & the Bullets.
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The Benderz Live Performance
5 PM — Catherine Rooney's — Tickets available — Experience an electrifying night with The Benderz, the East Coast’s hottest party band.
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Kid Davis and the Bullets Live Performance
8-11 p.m. — Gallucio's Restaurant — No cover — Enjoy half-price burgers while listening to the smooth Americana sounds of Kid Davis & the Bullets.
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The Musical Box Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — The Grand Opera House — Tickets starting at $59 — Experience the music and nostalgia with The Musical Box in a live performance.
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