Delaware
Clean Park Initiative is launched in Wilmington
An initiative in Wilmington hopes to foster collaborative efforts to maintain and enhance the city’s parks and public spaces.
The Clean Park Initiative aims to foster a strong partnership between the community and local government.
The community and city will work together to clean the parks, and especially after events at city parks.
The initiative is being launched by 5th District Councilwoman Bregetta Fields, and At-Large Councilwomen Maria Cabrera and Latisha Bracy – along with Vice President of the Cool Spring Tilton Park Neighborhood Association Nicolas Al Fahel.
Fields says it will start in her district.
“We’re going to start in the fifth district and then we are definitely looking to expand what we’re doing in the fifth district to the other districts,” said Fields. “However, we’re just going, we just want to see how it’s going to work, how well the community is going to be engaged. Work out some of the kinks, if there are any.”
The first park in the initiative will be Tilton Park. That will be followed by the Cool Springs Park area before moving into other neighborhoods in the district.
Al Fahel is helping launch the initiative, and hopes to get those in November’s election to jump aboard.
“We’re thinking of drafting a pledge, and have the candidates endorse our initiative as part of their campaign so if they get elected they will have that commitment out there and people going out to vote for them will have that expectation,” said Al Fahel.
Fields notes even though she lost her re-election bid in Tuesday’s primary, she will stay engaged on this project and many more within the district and the city.
Top headlines of the week, April 17 2026
Here are some stories you may have missed this week in central Ohio.
The Humane Society of Delaware County has appointed a new leader as the organization’s longtime director moves toward retirement.
The animal rescue group’s board appointed Amanda Wampler as its new CEO, effective May 11, the organization posted on Facebook April 21.
Jana Cassidy, the humane society’s executive director for nearly a decade, is transitioning toward retirement and will now serve as chief operating officer in the near term to ensure a smooth transition.
The post from society Board President Megan Ricci says the board is confident Cassidy’s and Wampler’s experience, dedication and talents will elevate the humane society as it strives to build a new 22,000-square-foot facility that will be a go-to destination for adoption, veterinary care, training, boarding, and grooming.
“HSDC could not be in better hands than with these two extraordinary women,” the post reads.
Wampler is a proven nonprofit executive with experience in animal welfare and a demonstrated ability to help organizations expand and thrive, according to the humane society’s post.
Wampler currently is the national operations director for Siemer Institute, a Columbus-based organization that helps families across the U.S. achieve housing stability and enhance their children’s educational prospects, according to Wampler’s LinkedIn page. She also worked for the Columbus Recreation and Parks Department from 2016 to 2023.
Delaware County and eastern Columbus suburbs reporter Maria DeVito can be reached at mdevito@dispatch.com and @mariadevito13.dispatch.com on Bluesky and @MariaDeVito13 on X
Wednesday, April 22, 2026 5:44AM
WILMINGTON, Del. (WPVI) — Something exciting is taking flight in the hallways of Warner Elementary School in Wilmington.
Delaware Governor Matt Meyer helped celebrate the launch of the state’s first elementary school streaming radio station on Tuesday.
“Flying High with Thunderbird Radio” will provide students with hands-on experience in broadcasting, public speaking, and content creation.
This innovative initiative empowers students to step behind the microphone and lead the way in digital storytelling, communication, and creativity.
Copyright © 2026 WPVI-TV. All Rights Reserved.
Tuesday, April 21, 2026 7:08PM
NORTHERN LIBERTIES (WPVI) — Lucky Duck is a new eatery along the Delaware River waterfront. The restaurant offers an approachable menu with an American Bistro style food with a creative collection of cocktails and brews.
The space is part of the Rivermark Apartments on Columbus Boulevard which took the place of Festival Pier. The Lucky Duck was part of the build out that includes a Sprouts Grocery store and the residential space.
The Lucky Duck has a tavern atmosphere with a wall of windows that overlook the river. The setting includes a nook for darts, a claw machine with rubber ducks and a pizza window for late night slices after the kitchen closes.
The indoor space includes nearly 70 seats and will be complemented by patio seating that will double to occupancy of the eatery.
Lucky Duck | Facebook | Instagram
501 North Christopher Columbus Boulevard, Suite 2003, Philadelphia PA 19123
Copyright © 2026 WPVI-TV. All Rights Reserved.
-
Alabama30 seconds agoChris Blankenship op-ed: Alabama’s outdoors is key to our state’s economic growth – Innovate Alabama is a key partner in that growth
-
Alaska7 minutes agoAlaska Senate committee unveils crime bill package in final weeks of the legislative session
-
Arizona12 minutes agoThis Arizona Red Rock Formation Looks Exactly Like a Peanuts Character
-
Arkansas18 minutes agoBankers: Arkansas Farmers Walking A Tightrope That Gets Thinner Each Season
-
California25 minutes agoFederal appeals court blocks California law requiring federal agents to wear identification
-
Colorado30 minutes agoImmigration officer charged after shoving protester to ground in Colorado
-
Connecticut36 minutes agoNew Rankings Reinforce Connecticut’s Decades-Long Affordability Problem
-
Delaware42 minutes agoHumane Society of Delaware County picks new CEO