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News from May 2023

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Wilmington Issues Weekly Traffic and Travel Advisory for Special Events, Street Repaving, Other Construction or Repair Projects

By North New Castle News Report | May 30, 2023

Wilmington’s Public Works Department has compiled the attached list of streets on which construction or, maintenance will occur over the next week by the City itself, or by either DelDOT, Delmarva Power, or private contractors.

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Mayor Purzycki and Gable Music Ventures Invite Music Lovers to the 2023 Ladybug Music Festival in Wilmington on Friday, June 2

By North New Castle News Report | May 29, 2023

The Ladybug Music Festival, presented by CHASE, is back again for another fantastic free community summer event! This highly anticipated annual summer event will be on Friday, June 2 from 5 PM until 10 PM.

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North New Castle News area weekly mass times

By North New Castle News | May 27, 2023

The following parishes in the North New Castle News coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Wilmington’s Memorial Day Parade Marks Its 156th Year

By North New Castle News Report | May 26, 2023

The oldest continuous parade in the United States will take place on Tuesday, May 30 along the Delaware Avenue parade route; Mayor Purzycki will serve as Grand Marshal

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within New Castle County in week ending May 20?

By North New Castle News | May 25, 2023

The lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout New Castle County was found at two gas stations in the week ending May 20, according to GasBuddy.com.

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City Government Offices Will Be Closed Monday, May 29 for the Memorial Day Holiday; Trash Collection Schedule is Modified

By North New Castle News Report | May 25, 2023

Wilmington City government offices will be closed on Monday, May 29, 2023, in observance of Memorial Day. As a result, the Department of Public Works’ Sanitation Division will collect trash on a modified holiday schedule:

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on premium gas in cities in New Castle County in week ending May 20?

By North New Castle News | May 24, 2023

The lowest price of premium gas in cities throughout New Castle County was found at one gas station in the week ending May 20, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Rep. Blunt Rochester Statement On The Retirement Of Senator Tom Carper

By North New Castle News Report | May 24, 2023

Congresswoman Lisa Blunt Rochester (D-Del.), issued the following statement following the announcement that Senator Tom Carper will not be running for reelection.

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Wilmington’s Parking Enforcement Improvements Continue with a New Vehicle Towing Contract

By North New Castle News Report | May 24, 2023

One-year agreement with City Towing Services (CTS) provides scofflaws and other vehicle owners more time to retrieve their vehicles and items from their vehicles

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Cheapest midgrade gas in cities across New Castle County in week ending May 20

By North New Castle News | May 23, 2023

The lowest price of midgrade gas in cities throughout New Castle County was found at one gas station in the week ending May 20, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Blunt Rochester Leads Bipartisan Letter Calling On Department Of State For Answers To Dramatic Passport Application Delays

By North New Castle News Report | May 23, 2023

On May 17, Congresswoman Lisa Blunt Rochester (D-Del.), along with Reps. Nikema Williams (D-Ga.), Jasmine Crockett (D-Texas), Maria Salazar (R-Fla.), Jesús “Chuy” García (D-Ill.), Nicole Malliotakis (R-N.Y.), and Sydney Kamlager-Dove (D-Calif.), sent a letter to the Department of State calling for answers to the dramatic delays in processing passport applications.

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Wilmington Mayor Mike Purzycki Issues Statement Regarding U.S. Senator Tom Carper’s Upcoming Retirement

By North New Castle News Report | May 23, 2023

“I am disappointed to learn that the senator has chosen to retire but at the same time I am grateful for his lifetime of service to our City, state and nation. For a good part of my career, I had the pleasure of being part of the team that transformed the Christina Riverfront.

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1 gas station in cities throughout New Castle County had the cheapest e85 gas in week ending May 20

By North New Castle News | May 22, 2023

The lowest price of e85 gas in cities throughout New Castle County was found at one gas station in the week ending May 20, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Gov. Carney, Sens. Carper & Coons, Rep. Blunt Rochester Announce American Rescue Plan Act (Arpa) Capital Projects Fund

By North New Castle News Report | May 22, 2023

Investments totaling over $65 million focused on communities hardest hit during the pandemic

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within New Castle County in week ending May 20?

By North New Castle News | May 21, 2023

The lowest price of diesel in cities throughout New Castle County was found at one gas station in the week ending May 20, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Wilmington’s Fiscal Year 2024 Operating and Water/Sewer Budgets are Approved; Both Become Effective on July 1

By North New Castle News Report | May 21, 2023

Wilmington’s Fiscal Year (FY) 2024 Operating Budget of $182.6 million was approved tonight by Wilmington City Council by a vote of 9 to 3 with one member voting present and the Water/Sewer Utility Budget of $84.5 million was adopted by a vote of 10 yes, two no and one member voting present.

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North New Castle News area weekly mass times

By North New Castle News | May 20, 2023

The following parishes in the North New Castle News coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Wilmington Celebrates National Public Works Week With “Meet, Greet & Education Day” on Monday, May 22, 2023

By North New Castle News Report | May 20, 2023

Mayor Mike Purzycki and Public Works Commissioner Kelly Williams invite you to celebrate National Public Works Week 2023 this Monday, May 22, at a “Meet, Greet & Education Day” in front of the Louis L. Redding City/County Building, 800 North French Street.

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Mayor Purzycki Invites You to Participate in the 2023 Major Taylor Community Ride on Saturday, May 20

By North New Castle News Report | May 19, 2023

Mayor Mike Purzycki today invited residents and visitors to participate in the Major Taylor Community Ride on Saturday, May 20 beginning at 11:15 a.m.

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Indian River Power Plant retirement to affect Middletown electric rates

By North New Castle News Report | May 19, 2023

Due to events out of our control, the Town of Middletown has been informed by DEMEC that the cost of our electric supply would soon be increasing due to costs associated with the Indian River Power Plant.