Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 4th of June.
Good morning, Wilmington.
Police officers visited the MOT Challenger Little League ballfield to partner with special needs players through its Challenger program — an outreach effort that builds local inclusion.
GradBridge, a student lending platform, will move its headquarters to Newark’s Iron Hill Corporate Center and create 49 high-wage jobs over the next five years as part of Delaware’s growing fintech plan.
14-year-old Zoe Ziegler from Harrington will debut her short film *Rare Birds* tomorrow at Tribeca Festival in New York after earning a Critics Choice Award nomination for her role in Janet Planet.
Her rising film career brings local pride as she continues to work on new projects.
Beach music venues launch the 2026 tourist season with concerts scheduled in Berlin, Dewey Beach, and Lewes.
Free shows at Ocean Downs Casino (by the Amish Outlaws and a Springsteen tribute group) and DJ sets in Dewey provide a lively start to summer in the area.
Local shoppers can save money on their weekly grocery trips by following the latest flyers from ALDI, Walmart & Food Lion.
The deals compare prices for produce, meats and pantry items to help families plan affordable meals.
Odyssey Charter School held its commencement ceremony (Class of 2026) yesterday at The Playhouse on Rodney Square, where graduates gathered with family, faculty and guests to mark the occasion.
Delaware Museum of Nature & Science is hosting summer camps for children 6 months to 14 years—programs range from one-hour caregiver sessions starting June 10 to full-day camps and STEAM workshops at 4840 Kennett Pike, Wilmington, offering hands-on science learning.
The Delaware Department of Education and Healthy Foods for Healthy Kids expanded the school garden program by launching six new gardens, reaching 68 schools and 28,500 students statewide.
The program, which began last fall and continued this spring, promotes hands-on science + healthy eating to support garden-based learning.
Governor Matt Meyer declared a statewide drought watch as dry conditions persist — prompting officials to urge residents to reduce nonessential water use on lawns.
Authorities say Delaware needs 21 inches of rain over the summer to relieve water shortages.
Governor Meyer declared a statewide drought watch after a May 26 WSCC assessment showed steep rainfall declines, urging residents to reduce outdoor water use until further notice.
New Castle County EMS honored Corporal Travis Tome and Paramedic First Class Michael Connell at the 14th Annual Sudden Cardiac Arrest Survivor Reunion for reviving Pastor Euston during a heart attack incident.
The event recognized responders from 32 cases in 2025 and stressed that early CPR can boost survival+ lives.
Champion Foods LLC announced on June 3 at 11:12 a.m. that its popular frozen pizza products are being recalled in Delaware for possible salmonella contamination from a milk powder ingredient used in its cheese sauce, affecting retailers like Target, Walmart & Costco.
Verino Pettinaro, founder of a major real estate firm that helped shape Wilmington’s Riverfront, died June 1 at 87 from complications of Parkinson’s disease + his children now lead the business he built over six decades.
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.
Wilmington Singles Night for Ages 50+
7-10 p.m. — HomeBase Delaware — $25 Solo or $40 You + Single Guy Friend — Connect with fellow singles over music and social starters in a welcoming atmosphere.
Philly Ska Jazz Quartet
9:30 p.m. — The Nomad Bar — No cover charge — Experience the vibrant fusion of traditional Jamaican jazz with the Philly Ska Jazz Quartet.
Fourth of July Celebration on the Riverfront
2-10:30 p.m. — Riverfront Wilmington — Free entry — Celebrate America’s 250th anniversary with music, food, and fireworks along the Christina River.
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