WDEL-FM (Wilmington, DE)

WDEL-FM (101.7 FM) is a radio station based in Canton, New Jersey, and is part of the Delmarva Broadcasting Company. Its studios and offices are situated at 2727 Shipley Road in Wilmington, Delaware.

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SUV crashes into Wilmington daycare center

3 days ago | wdel.com | Rachel Suga

The Wilmington Fire Department responded to a call on the 700 block of Maryland Avenue shortly before 6:30 p.m. tonight, after receiving reports of a vehicle crashing into a building. Upon arriving at the scene, fire crews discovered that an unoccupied daycare center, Young Expressions, had been struck by an SUV. The impact caused significant damage to the exterior wall of the building. However, no one was inside at the time of the collision.
Blood donors could receive something extra special if they donate soon

4 days ago | wdel.com | Rachel Suga

Blood drives are a common sight during the school year that rapidly depletes in the summer. The American Red Cross is encouraging people to make an appointment to donate blood or platelets, in an effort to keep the nation’s supply strong through the middle of summer. Officials say the seasonal drop in donations is a serious concern, as donated blood can be critical in emergencies.
VIDEO | Delmarva customers in Del. who meet income guidelines may qualify for relief

4 days ago | wdel.com | Mark Fowser

Months after winter utility bills caused sticker-shock for many ratepayers, and with a early summer heat wave bearing down, Delmarva Power Monday took the wraps off its Customer Relief Fund Program. The program is taking a one-time donation from Delmarva's parent company Exelon and works in partnership with the State of Delaware to ease the burden for limited-and-moderate income ratepayers. Applications will be accepted starting in July.
2025 Independence Day fireworks schedule

4 days ago | wdel.com | Rachel Suga

Looking for fireworks for Independence Day? Here's a list of area locations hosting fireworks and other activities. Do you have a location you don't see listed that should be included in this list? Let us know at [email protected]. DELAWAREBethany Beach - July 4 - Bethany's 40th celebration of Independence Day returns to July 4 after last year's beach replenishment force the postponement of the fireworks.
Free tours available for Juneteenth in Odessa

1 week ago | wdel.com | Rachel Suga

Juneteenth has become a federal holiday in recent years, commemorating the emancipation of the last enslaved people in Texas in June 1865. The Historic Odessa Foundation is commemorating Juneteenth with free tours at the Corbit-Sharp House, highlighting its connection to the Underground Railroad. Johnnye Baker, Education Curator with the foundation, says their goal is to tell the most accurate, local stories as possible.
Support and pushback over bill to prevent local agreements with ICE

1 week ago | wdel.com | Mark Fowser

What, if any, should be the role of Delaware agencies in enforcing federal immigration laws? The issue may get more attention during the final four days of the Delaware General Assembly in 2025. Wednesday, a House committee released House Bill 182, which Representative Mara Gorman, D-Newark, Pike Creek, said resulted from a collaborative discussion with law enforcement leaders.
Family Fun Day makes its return at the Delaware Museum of Nature and Science

1 week ago | wdel.com | Rachel Suga

The largest event of the year for the Delaware Museum of Nature and Science is finally this weekend. Family Fun Day will be held this Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., with a lineup featuring both indoor and outdoor activities (rain or shine event), visitors can meet live birds, and learn more about animals, our environment and conservation. Get outdoors for a fun family day, with community partners hosting a variety of activities in the museum’s backyard.
“A Masterpiece on Market: Our History Restored" | Art Deco restoration in Wilmington

1 week ago | wdel.com | Rachel Suga

On Wednesday night, the Delaware Historical Society unveiled the restoration of its Research Library & Archives façade with “A Masterpiece on Market: Our History Restored."Donors and community members actively supported the project, as future plans for continuing the restoration have also been released. The preservation team hopes to restore the large skylight and repaint the reading room to reflect its original design.
VIDEO | 12 Days to Democracy procession goes through Wilmington

1 week ago | wdel.com | Mark Fowser

People from different parts of the country spent their Juneteenth in New Castle County as part of the "12 Days to Democracy" March. About ten people were part of the group that arrived at Eden Park in Southbridge Thursday. They began their day in center city Wilmington, and were heading to New Castle. (appearing in the video: Judy Shatkin, Steve of NY, Tracy Dickerson, Carol McHale)Judy Shatkin of the Chicago area began the march Monday in Philadelphia.
VIDEO | New PFAS treatment process enhances safety of water supply

1 week ago | wdel.com | Mark Fowser

A new system is online at Veolia's treatment facility in Stanton that targets some harmful material that could have made it into the water supply. 30-million gallons of water a day can be treated for PFAS, known as forever chemicals, at Veolia's hockey-rink sized facility that went into service this year. It houses 42 vessels, each 24 feet talk, that contain filtering material.