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Friday, August 1st, 2025
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Good morning, Wilmington. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 1st of August.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ On Tuesday, July 29, 2025, Wilmington police arrested 66 year old Atlantic City man Edward Yazbeck at his JJ Massage Therapy Spa after an investigation found his business had female employees providing illicit sexual services and he now faces charges of promoting prostitution, criminal nuisance, and operating an unlicensed spa—he is held at Howard Young Correctional Institution after failing to pay a $13,000 bail. New Castle County Police Department
- ➤ New Castle County Police began investigating JJ Massage Therapy Spa on Garden of Eden Road in Talleyville in May after reports that female workers provided massages then offered sex acts for extra money, and they arrested owner Edward Yazbeck, 66, on charges of promoting prostitution, criminal nuisance and operating an unlicensed spa—he is held on $13,000 bail. WDEL
- ➤ On July 29th, detectives arrested 66-year-old Atlantic City native Edward Yazbeck at his JJ Massage Therapy Spa on Garden of Eden Road in Wilmington after a two-month probe revealed he ran an illicit massage business offering sexual services—he was charged with promoting prostitution, criminal nuisance, and operating an unlicensed establishment and sent to Howard R. Young Correctional Institution for failing to post bail. First State Update
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Gov. Matt Meyer & state officials toured First State Compassion in Milford on July 30 to inspect its cannabis facility before Delaware’s new adult-use market opens today. The tour included a training program at Delaware Technical Community College where nine students are learning the full seed-to-sale process. WDEL
- ➤ At Urban Flavors in Wilmington, industry leaders including Marijuana Commissioner Joshua Sanderlin and Anthony Massey spoke at the Cann I Biz event hosted by Ivan Thomas from DETV to share plans for legal cannabis as the state prepares for full adult use legalization today—discussing upcoming business growth and job creation. Their interviews provided key insights into regulatory changes and future economic opportunities. DETV
- ➤ State lawmakers passed bills to help low-income utility customers avoid shutoffs and set up a $4.5 million relief fund that may give $300 credits to qualifying ratepayers—this effort comes after rising bills forced residents like Claymont's Michael Smeyjewski to live without air conditioning for weeks. WHYY
- ➤ Today, Governor Matt Meyer signed two bills into law to improve student safety in athletics and boost opportunities at William Penn High School. The laws require coaches to get CPR, first aid, and AED training—while also creating a special license plate whose proceeds will fund scholarships and school events. Deleware State Government
- ➤ Yesterday, Governor Matt Meyer and Marijuana Commissioner Josh Sanderlin toured First State Compassion— a MariMed-owned cannabis cultivation facility in Milford—to check how the new industry is preparing for recreational sales. They also met with Delaware Technical Community College students training for jobs in the cannabis sector to gain skills that will support safe and new work opportunities. Deleware State Government
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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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Coast Collective Super Show – August 2025 Edition
9 a.m.-5 p.m. — Chase Center on the Riverfront — Complimentary for qualified buyers — Discover top fashion and lifestyle brands at the East Coast's premier B2B show.
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Delaware African Restaurant Week Festival 2025
12-7 p.m. — Rodney Square — Entry varies — A vibrant celebration of African and Black Diaspora food and culture with local vendors, food, music, and dancing.
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Music Bingo Night
6 AM – 6 PM — Makers Alley — Enjoy 25% off wings and burgers with 3 hours free parking — Great music meets friendly competition in Wilmington's best beer garden.
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Back to School Bash
10 AM – 1 PM — Delaware Museum of Nature & Science — Free entry — Dive into an educational adventure with engaging activities about nature and science as summer transitions to fall.
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Kid Davis and the Bullets Live
8-11 p.m. — Gallucio's Restaurant — No cover — Enjoy half-price burgers while jamming to Americana tunes from Kid Davis & the Bullets.
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Afro Fest Featuring DJ Shinski
10 PM – 4 AM — Pure Flavor Lounge — Admission fee varies — Experience a vibrant night with Afro beats, food, and drinks.
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Bully Proof Seminar
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