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Friday, June 27th, 2025
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Good morning, Wilmington. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 27th of June.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Delaware State Police arrested 40-year-old Michael Denney from Pennsville after investigating commercial burglaries that occurred between May 29 and June 16 at locations including Auto Team Delaware, Farrar Car Wash, and a Wawa construction site—he is now held on multiple felony counts with a secured bond of $6,100. First State Update
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ SEPTA’s board approved a Fiscal Year 2026 budget that includes fare hikes, service cuts, curfews and a hiring freeze which would end Wilmington-Newark rail service on January 1 if Pennsylvania lawmakers fail to provide new funding. The plan also discontinues special services such as the Sports Express—raising significant concerns about the region’s future transit and mobility. WDEL
- ➤ Attorney General Kathy Jennings praised the General Assembly today for passing Senate Bill 40 and House Bill 67, laws that give her office stronger tools to protect residents of manufactured home communities and set tougher rules for towing practices — the bills now head to Governor Matt Meyer’s desk for his signature. Deleware State Government
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ UD Assistant Professor Eric Layland’s study found that over 400 Black, Latinx and Afro-Latinx sexual minority young men who faced frequent racism and heterosexism experienced early, severe anxiety and depression—peaking before easing after age 24—highlighting the need for targeted mental health support during the transition to adulthood. University of Delaware
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90's vs. 2000's Showdown
8 PM - 2 AM — Pure Flavor Lounge — Check for entry fee — Celebrate the best of the 90's and 2000's with music, food, and dance!
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Diana Krall Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — The Grand Opera House — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an enchanting evening of jazz with award-winning artist Diana Krall.
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Homeschool Day: African Animals
11 a.m. – 1 p.m. — Delaware Museum of Nature & Science — Check event website for costs — Engage in hands-on games and activities centered around African animals for homeschool families.
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$5 Thursdays
$5 Thursdays — 10 AM – 4 PM — Delaware Museum of Nature & Science — Enjoy a day at the museum for just $5 and explore fascinating exhibits on nature and wildlife.
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39th Firecracker 5k Run Walk
8 a.m. — Rockford Tower — Registration Fee — Celebrate Independence Day with a vibrant community run/walk at Rockford Tower.
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Breakthrough Basketball Skills Camp
N/A — Jul 9–11 — NBN Sports Academy — $97 fee for observing coaches — Improve your basketball skills in a fun, character-building environment.
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Kid Davis and the Bullets Live Performance
8-11 p.m. — Gallucio's Restaurant — No cover — Enjoy half-price burgers with live Americana music from Kid Davis and the Bullets.
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Coffee Crawl
9-11 a.m. — Scout Cafe — Free to attend — Connect with the community on a coffee journey between local favorites.
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Kid Davis and the Bullets Live
8-11 p.m. — Gallucio's Restaurant — No cover — Enjoy live Americana music with $0.50 burgers every Thursday night.
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Rockwood Movie Club
6-8 p.m. — Rockwood Park & Museum — Free entry — Experience Victorian films followed by a thought-provoking discussion.
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