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Wednesday, June 4th, 2025
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Good morning, Wilmington. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 4th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Cinnaire announced that it closed its largest $340 million LIHTC fund in 32 years, which will finance 33 affordable housing projects to create 2,455 homes across 11 states. The investment supports Imani Village Phase IV in Wilmington’s Riverside neighborhood—boosting community revitalization and local economic activity. Delaware LIVE
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A man suffered serious injuries when an SUV collided with a tractor-trailer and overturned on the northbound lanes of the Roth Bridge Monday afternoon — emergency crews were dispatched at 4:08 p.m. and the 47-year-old was airlifted by the Delaware State Police Helicopter to Christiana Hospital. First State Update
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Detectives from New Castle County Police arrested Daronce Beulah and Karon Phillips on May 30 and later caught Stepheon Mason on Maple Street in Wilmington after finding drugs including heroin/fentanyl, crack cocaine, MDMA pills, and marijuana during an investigation that began in March—Beulah and Phillips now face multiple felony charges while Mason was released on secure bail. New Castle County Police Department
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Delaware Department of Human Resources’ Office of Women’s Advancement and Advocacy and the Delaware Women’s Hall of Fame Committee have launched the 'Celebrating Delaware Women: Voices of Inspiration' video contest to invite Delaware students ages 8 to 13 to create a 1 to 3 minute video highlighting the achievements of a Hall of Fame inductee. Two winners — one for ages 8 to 10 and one for ages 11 to 13 — will receive a $100 gift card, two tickets to the induction ceremony on October 8 and special recognition, with entries due by August 31 and winners announced on September 17. Deleware State Government
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Susan Brynteson, who led the University of Delaware Library from 1980 until her retirement, died on May 26 at 89. Her leadership transformed the library into a nationally respected research center and earned her many honors. University of Delaware
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ State lawmakers are weighing a bill that would override Sussex County's decision to deny a permit for US Wind’s offshore substation at the former Indian River Power plant in Dagsboro—this move is aimed at fast tracking the project that plans to start construction in 2027. The measure, debated Monday in committee, could ensure the renewable energy project helps meet growing electricity demands. WHYY
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Delaware Health Fund Advisory Committee accepted applications for Fiscal Year 2027 funding on June 2 and will continue until August 31, giving organizations more than two months to prepare their submissions. Applicants must send PDF files by email with the organization’s name at the beginning of the file name—official instructions detail the submission process. Delaware LIVE
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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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Live Exterminator! Efecto Imperial and Renovation Kalentana
8 p.m. — El Maguey — Ticket info available — Experience a lively performance featuring Efecto Imperial and Renovation Kalentana.
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Father's Day Brunch Buffet
10 a.m.–1:30 p.m. — Columbus Inn — $30-60 — Celebrate Father's Day with a delightful brunch buffet featuring breakfast staples and house-smoked meats.
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