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Wednesday, July 16th, 2025
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Good morning, Wilmington. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 16th of July.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A 24-year-old Wilmington man died after his car ran a stop sign and struck a tree at the intersection of Sudlers Row and Blackiston Church Road in Clayton early Tuesday at about 3:00 a.m.—police said he was speeding and not wearing a seat belt. WDEL
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Delaware State Police arrested 66-year-old Gregory Davis of Wilmington for a bank robbery at 10:45 a.m. on August 5 at the M&T Bank on Philadelphia Pike in Claymont — the suspect fled on foot after demanding cash from a teller and was later identified through an extended probe. First State Update
- ➤ Following weekend shootings, police reported that two more people were hit by gunfire Monday night on July 14 just before 9:30 p.m. near 25th and Market Streets (a 23-year-old man and a 24-year-old woman) remain in stable condition at the hospital. WDEL
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ State regulators are investigating the Delaware City Refinery after unpermitted emissions in May released harmful sulfur dioxide and other chemicals, and DNREC Secretary Greg Patterson said penalties will likely be imposed. Officials and residents are urging better air monitoring and more transparency—$250K in matching funds has been set for a new project to track pollution—to hold the refinery accountable for its long history of problems. Spotlight Delaware
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Delaware Gov. Matt Meyer signed four bills that limit ICE cooperation and change law enforcement arrest rules after community safety concerns. The law stops local cops from sharing data with ICE—more immigration restrictions may be discussed by lawmakers next year. WHYY
- ➤ Treasurer Colleen Davis praised the state law signed by Gov. Matt Meyer on July 14 that now requires all state agencies to pay vendors electronically — a change that is expected to prevent fraud and save money. Sponsored by Rep. Josue Ortega and Sen. Trey Paradee, the bill modernizes payment processes and makes Delaware the first to mandate electronic payments for every state vendor. Deleware State Government
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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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Delaware Pinball Championship Tour Event #3
5:30 p.m. — 1100 First State Blvd, Wilmington, DE — $20 for members, $50 for non-members — Experience the excitement of the pinball tournament with a unique ladder finals format and live streaming.
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First State Duathlon
8 AM – 12 PM — Bellevue State Park — Registration required — Experience an exciting combination of trail running and cycling at this duathlon competition.
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30th Anniversary Dickie DiSabatino Golf and Tennis Classic
10:30-10:45 a.m. — Bidermann Golf Course — Registration required — Participate in golf or tennis to support Cancer Support Community Delaware in a fun-filled day of contests and auctions.
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Kid Davis and the Bullets Live Performance
8-11 p.m. — Gallucio's Restaurant — No cover — Enjoy half-price burgers and Americana tunes at this lively weekly event.
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Drone Light Show
9:30-9:45 p.m. — Riverwalk Mini Golf — Free entry — Experience a mesmerizing array of 170+ drones illuminating the summer night sky.
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Modern Calligraphy for Beginners Summer Edition
1-2:30 p.m. — The Chancery Market — Check for cost — Dive into the art of lettering with a fun modern calligraphy session.
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8-11 p.m. — Gallucio's Restaurant — No cover — Enjoy half-price burgers while jamming out to Kid Davis & the Bullets' Americana tunes.
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The Descendents Concert
8-11 p.m. — The Queen — Tickets from $48 — Catch the iconic punk band The Descendents bringing the house down in Wilmington.
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