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obituary1 year ago

Remembering Lives in Wilmington, DE

Kimberly Marie (Knotts) Ziemba, 54, of Newark, DE, passed away on December 2, 2024, after battling breast cancer. A visitation will be held at Doherty Funeral Home in Wilmington on December 9, 2024, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at St. John the Beloved Church on December 10, 2024, with interment at All Saints Cemetery. Condolences can be offered online at Doherty Funeral Home's website.

business1 year ago

Raleigh Breweries Facing Closure Amid Post-Pandemic Challenges

New Anthem Beer Project, a well-known brewery in Wilmington, has announced the indefinite closure of its location on Dock Street and its taproom and production facility on Greenfield Street due to financial issues and production growth problems during the pandemic, despite gaining national recognition for its beers. The brewery will likely offer deals on beer, merchandise, and glassware this weekend before shutting down.

accidents-and-emergencies1 year ago

"Los Angeles Firefighters Injured in Explosions: Update on Hospitalizations"

Seven of the nine Los Angeles firefighters injured in a Wilmington explosion have been released from the hospital, while two remain hospitalized, one in stable but critical condition at the burn unit and the other for observation. The incident involved a semitruck's fuel tank cylinder containing compressed natural gas, and newly emerged dashcam footage showed the intensity of the blast. An extensive investigation is underway.

local-news1 year ago

"Natural Gas Explosion Injures 9 LA Firefighters in Wilmington"

Nine Los Angeles Fire Department firefighters were injured, two critically, after an explosion involving a natural gas truck in the Wilmington area. The explosion occurred while firefighters were responding to a semi-truck fire running on compressed natural gas, resulting in burn, blast, and airway inhalation injuries. The incident prompted evacuations and hazardous material assessments, with one tank still emitting gas. The cause of the fire and explosion remains under investigation.

accidents-and-emergencies1 year ago

"Explosion in Los Angeles Injures 9 Firefighters"

Nine Los Angeles Fire Department firefighters were injured, two critically, after an explosion involving a natural gas truck in the Wilmington area. The explosion occurred as firefighters responded to a semi-truck fire running on compressed natural gas, with one of the tanks exploding due to pressurized cylinders. The injured firefighters were taken to the hospital for burn, blast, and airway inhalation injuries, with one requiring intubation. The incident remains under investigation.

natural-disasters1 year ago

"Illinois City Faces Boil Water Advisory and Evacuations Amid Ice Jam Triggered Flooding"

Wilmington, Illinois is under a citywide boil water advisory after a state of emergency was declared due to flooding, with residents advised to boil water for drinking and cooking. The advisory was issued as a precaution following flooding of the Kankakee River, and a local shelter has been set up for self-evacuated residents. Parts of the city were evacuated due to rapidly rising river levels caused by melting ice jams, leading to flash flooding in downtown Wilmington.

natural-disasters1 year ago

"Multiple Evacuations Ordered in Illinois Amid Flash Flooding and River Overflow"

Evacuations have been carried out in downtown Wilmington, Illinois, due to flash flooding caused by the rising levels of the Kankakee River, with water rescue teams assisting 14 people to safety. The area of Route 53 between 1st Street and Water Street has been closed off, and residents are advised to be prepared for potential evacuations throughout the day. The flooding is attributed to a seven-mile ice jam melting rapidly due to warmer weather and rain, with residents describing it as the worst flooding since 1982. A Flash Flood Warning is in effect until 9:15 a.m. Saturday.

crime2 years ago

Driver charged with DUI after crashing into Biden's motorcade vehicle

James Cooper, a 46-year-old man from Wilmington, Delaware, has been arrested and charged with driving under the influence of alcohol and inattentive driving after crashing into a parked SUV that was guarding President Joe Biden's motorcade. The incident occurred on Sunday night, but neither the president nor the first lady were injured. The crash was determined to be accidental, and the driver was not considered a serious threat to the president. Cooper has been released from custody pending further court proceedings.