There is no good alternative so it’s a massive PITA if that’s closed for any real period of time.
Anyone know how long it’s being shut down for?
Help! We’re looking for a recommended dog boarding or kennel facility for mid June for our pup preferably with indoor/outdoor areas that offer daily activities as well. I’m not really interested in doggy daycare facilities. Our vet offers boarding services but I feel like she’d just be crated for 7 days
Just wanted to share in case this helps any local families — the
Institute for Community Mental Health at UD is now offering comprehensive autism spectrum disorder (ASD) assessments.
They recently expanded services and have openings over the summer while students are out of school. ASD eval waitlists are usually really long (often a year or more), but wait times could be as low as a few weeks during the summer. Come fall, they'll likely increase again to around 6+ months.
They accept Medicare, Medicaid, and several private insurance plans, and they also have self-pay options plus need-based financial assistance.
Figured it was worth sharing since long waitlists can be such a huge barrier for families trying to get answers/support.
I went out to film Newark’s Memorial Day parade yesterday, 5/17/26. Was really disappointed with the turnout.
Maybe it’s nostalgia, but I swear, growing up, these streets used to be packed with people on both sides. What once used to be streets filled with excited onlookers, this year felt empty and thankless. Is it just me?
Still grateful for everyone who showed up to honor the people who served. 🇺🇸
The Sleep and Circadian Health Research Program at the University of Delaware (Newark, DE) is recruiting participants for a research study about how the timing of exercise affects the 24-hour blood pressure response to exercise. Please see more information about the study on the attached flyer. If you are interested, please fill out the interest survey using this link.
This research study has been reviewed and approved by the University of Delaware Institutional Review Board (IRB#2324519).
In Delaware, our wetlands aren't just scenic…they are our state's most critical natural infrastructure. But right now, some 75,000 acres are sitting in a dangerous legal gap.
In 2023, the U.S. Supreme Court (in a case called Sackett v. EPA) changed the rules on which wetlands the federal government protects. Because of that decision, many of Delaware’s "nontidal" (i.e. freshwater) wetlands were stripped of federal oversight. Delaware is currently the only state in our region without a state-level program to protect these freshwater areas.
That’s a problem because we all know that Delaware is growing fast. While there’s a case to be made that we need new homes and businesses to sustain growth, uncoordinated development in these unprotected areas could lead to a number of problems.
The Wetlands Stewardship Act (Senate Bill 9) establishes a state-led plan to manage the now unprotected 75,000 acres of non-tidal wetlands. It was built with a big push these last two years (although attempts have been made several times before), involving negotiations and compromises between environmentalists, farmers, and developers to ensure we protect our wetlands while keeping our economy moving. It accounts for strict timelines on permitting approvals and clear exemptions for common scenarios so as to avoid tying everything up in red tape.Â
SB 9 has already cleared its first major hurdle in committee with unanimous and bipartisan support. As of May 2026, the bill is moving through the Senate, but it needs a push to pass the full General Assembly before the legislative session ends on June 30. If it doesn’t make it, then the process starts all over again in the next session. This bill has been in the works for long enough, and more delays could allow for irreversible damage to the places it aims to protect.
You can help. Legislators need to know their constituents are paying attention and want this bill moved ahead.
Feel free to pick up pieces of my post here and re-use it in your own letter. You don’t need to write a lengthy message; Just speaking up about a bill will help get it the attention it needs.
Had an amazing turnout at our first singles mixer at Docklands this week. Definitely some minor hiccups and things to improve on, but overall the energy was great and a lot of people genuinely connected, exchanged numbers, and enjoyed themselves.
As a first-time organizer, I learned a lot about flow, timing, crowd balance, and keeping the experience interactive — and honestly I’m excited to make the next one even better.
Next event is: 🌴 Caribbean Night Singles Mixer 📍 Makers Alley – Wilmington 📅 Friday, June 19 ⏰ 5PM–9PM 🎶 DJ • Games • Caribbean vibes • Speed rounds • Real social interaction 👥 Ages 27–38 preferred
Appreciate everyone who came out and supported the first one. Building events like this from scratch isn’t easy, but seeing people actually connect made it worth it. Looking forward to leveling this next one up.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1987171017005?aff=oddtdtcreator