WILMINGTON, Del. (WPVI) — The state of Delaware is mourning the death of former Wilmington Mayor Mike Purzycki.

Purzycki was born in 1945 in Newark, New Jersey. He was a standout football player at the University of Delaware before going on to become a real estate developer, attorney and politician.

As a two-term mayor, Purzycki worked to reform downtown Wilmington and is credited with reshaping the riverfront from what had been an industrial wasteland into a vibrant destination.

Delaware Governor Matt Meyer reflected on Purzycki’s impact, saying he left a lasting legacy in the state.

“He served with integrity, he put his head down, he got real things done in neighborhoods across this city,” Meyer said.

Purzycki was 80 years old.

The Delaware Lottery offers several draw games for those aiming to win big.

Here’s a look at Monday, May 18, 2026 results for each game:

Winning Powerball numbers from May 18 drawing

04-13-34-61-65, Powerball: 12, Power Play: 2

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Winning Play 3 numbers from May 18 drawing

Day: 1-5-5

Night: 4-1-6

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Winning Play 4 numbers from May 18 drawing

Day: 3-6-9-2

Night: 3-3-8-4

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Winning Multi-Win Lotto numbers from May 18 drawing

04-06-17-19-26-29

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Winning Lotto America numbers from May 18 drawing

23-27-29-36-51, Star Ball: 07, ASB: 03

Check Lotto America payouts and previous drawings here.

Winning Play 5 numbers from May 18 drawing

Day: 9-4-6-6-2

Night: 3-5-6-8-7

Check Play 5 payouts and previous drawings here.

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Are you a winner? Here’s how to claim your lottery prize

• Sign the Ticket: Establish legal ownership by signing the back of your ticket with an ink pen.

• Prizes up to $599: Claim at any Delaware Lottery Retailer, in person at the Delaware Lottery Office, or mail your signed ticket and claim form; print your name/address on the ticket’s back and keep a copy/photo for records. By mail, send original tickets and documentation to: Delaware Lottery, 1575 McKee Road, Suite 102, Dover, DE 19904.

• Prizes up to $2,500: Claim in person at Delaware Lottery Retailer Claim Centers throughout Kent, Sussex and New Castle Counties.

• Prizes of $5,001 or more: Claim in person at the Delaware Lottery Office (business days 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.) with a photo ID and Social Security card.

• For all prize claims, directions to the Delaware Lottery Office are available online or via mapquest.com for a map.

Check previous winning numbers and payouts at Delaware Lottery.

Can I claim a jackpot prize anonymously in Delaware?

Fortunately for First State residents, the Delaware Lottery allows winners remain anonymous. Unlike many other states that require a prize be over a certain jackpot, Delawareans can remain anonymous no matter how much, or how little, they win.

How long do I have to claim my prize in Delaware?

Tickets are valid for up to one year past the drawing date for drawing game prizes or within one year of the announced end of sales for Instant Games, according to delottery.com.

When are the Delaware Lottery drawings held?

• Powerball: 10:59 p.m. Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday.

• Mega Millions: 11:00 p.m. on Tuesday and Friday.

• Play 3, 4: Daily at 1:58 p.m. and 7:57 p.m., except Sunday afternoon.

• Multi-Win Lotto: 7:57 p.m. Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.

• Lucky for Life: Daily at 10:38 p.m.

• Lotto America: 11:00 p.m. Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday

Missed a draw?Peek at the past week’s winning numbers.

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This article originally appeared on Delaware News Journal: Delaware Lottery Powerball, Play 3 Day winning numbers for May 18, 2026

Taylor Richey, a school counselor from the Woodbridge School District, is the state’s 2026 Delaware Behavioral Health Professional of the Year.

Secretary of Education Cindy Marten made the announcement at a statewide banquet honoring the district and charter network behavioral health professionals of the year.

The Woodbridge Early Childhood Education Center counselor said creating a consistent, welcoming and loving environment is essential to building relationships with students. She reflected on her work with a student who eloped, received frequent disciplinary referrals for fighting, was socially withdrawn and was failing academically. After consistent school counseling support, the student began engaging positively with staff and peers and attained honor roll status.

“Not only was this student’s growth shown through increased academics, stronger peer connections, decreased behavior and improved emotional regulations, his story also shaped my practice and demonstrated the power of connection, relationships, and meeting students where they are,” Richey said. “The work I did with this student is a testament to the positive impact of counseling services, enabled me to see the importance of creating an inclusive, safe and loving environment for all students, and empowered me to use more preventative practices in the early childhood setting.”

Her principal, Dane Sears, said Richey approaches her role with a servant’s heart and unwavering commitment to students.

“What makes Taylor’s work especially meaningful is her deep personal connection to our school community,” Sears said. “A Blue Raider at heart, Taylor returned home to serve as a counselor in the same district and school she once attended as a student. She walks the same hallways, now as a trusted advocate and mentor, determined to give back to the place that helped shape her. This connection fuels her passion and strengthens her ability to relate to students and families with authenticity and empathy.”

The Delaware State Behavioral Health Professional of the Year (BHPY) program is administered by the Delaware Department of Education (DDOE). The program recognizes outstanding service by school employees who are health care practitioners or human service providers who offer services for the purpose of improving an individual’s mental health. The Delaware Charter School Network also is invited to participate. Employees considered for the award include:

• School counselors
• School social workers
• Licensed clinical social workers
• School psychologists
• School nurses

From those nominated at a local level, one behavioral health professional of the year moves forward to represent each district or the charter school community in the state program. Each district/charter network winner receives a $2,000 personal award from the winner’s district or charter school. The state program then chooses one person annually to serve as Delaware’s Behavioral Health Professional of the Year. State winners receive an additional $3,000 personal award from DDOE as well as $5,000 to be used for the educational benefit of his or her students.

Find photos and learn more about all the 2026 District/Charter Behavioral Health Professionals of the Year here.

Find video of tonight’s announcement here.

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