Level 2 Driving Restrictions as of 10 am, Sunday 1/25/26
Date Posted: Sunday, January 25th, 2026As of 10 am today; Sunday, January 25th, 2026, the state of Delaware state of emergency remains in effect. Additionally, a Level 2 Driving Restriction for Kent and New Castle Counties has been implemented. This means that – person may operate a motor vehicle on Delaware roadways when a Level 2 Driving Restriction has been activated, except for persons designated as essential personnel including operators of snow removal equipment employed, contracted by a public or private entity or designated persons already approved through the Delaware Emergency Management Agency’s State of Emergency Driving Waiver Program. Public Works crews have been out plowing the City since early this morning. This will continue as the storm progresses. Code Purple Shelters remain open 24 hours statewide. These are temporary, volunteer-run, or non-profit emergency housing activated during severe winter weather to provide safe, warm overnight refuge, meals, and resources. The shelters can be contacted as […]
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State of Emergency Declared 1/23/2026
Date Posted: Friday, January 23rd, 2026Governor Matthew Meyer has signed a State of Emergency at 5:00 p.m. today in anticipation of Winter Storm Fern. The State of Emergency will take effect at 12:01 a.m. on Sunday, January 25, 2026, and will allow for the mobilization of statewide resources needed to prepare for and respond to this storm, including the activation of the Delaware National Guard. Delawareans should also anticipate the issuance of State-mandated Driving Restrictions. Three levels of Driving Restrictions are designed to keep motorists and emergency responders safe by minimizing nonessential travel during periods of severe weather and perilous road conditions. Visit the link below for more details: https://news.delaware.gov/2026/01/23/soe-eoc-activated-winter-storm/
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Impending Winter Weather
Date Posted: Friday, January 23rd, 2026The City is monitoring the impending weekend winter weather, which includes extremely cold temperatures and heavy snowfall of several inches, from late Saturday evening through Monday. To support public safety and snow removal operations, residents are asked to: Avoid travel and stay off the roads if possible. Do not push or shovel snow into roadways. Keep snow clear of home vent pipes and exhaust vents. Check on neighbors who may need assistance during extreme cold. If off-street parking is available, please move vehicles, if possible, to facilitate plowing. Please make sure you remove any snow or ice from sidewalk within 24 hours of the end of the storm. Register for Code Red notifications for alerts related to the storm, public safety, trash removal, etc. . Public Works crews will be working throughout the storm to keep main roads and emergency routes open. Please be patient during snow removal efforts, […]
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Christmas Tree Curbside Recycling
Date Posted: Thursday, January 15th, 2026After the holidays place your tree curbside. Public Works teams will collect trees as teams are available.
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Food Bank Donations
Date Posted: Thursday, January 15th, 2026Thank you to all who participated in the City of New Castle and DE Historical and Cultural Affairs (Via the New Castle Courthouse) Food Drive to benefit the Food Bank of Delaware. Your donations totaled To 672 pounds of food donated, plus monetary donations provided directly to the Food Bank.
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Public Works Department Holiday Pick-up Schedule
Date Posted: Tuesday, December 23rd, 2025City Offices will be closed on Wednesday, December 24th and Thursday, December 25th, for the Christmas Holiday. Public Works Department Holiday Pick-up Schedule: **REVISED PUBLIC WORKS SCHEDULE FOR WEEK OF DECEMBER 25th** There will be NO Trash Pick-up on Wednesday and Thursday, December 24th and 25th. Regular Schedule Revised Schedule Monday, December 22nd Monday, December 22nd Tuesday, December 23rd Tuesday, December 23rd No Yard Waste Pick-Up Citywide Recycle Pick Up on Friday, December 26th City Offices will be closed on Thursday, January 1st for the New Years Day Holiday. Public Works Department Holiday Pick-up Schedule: **REVISED PUBLIC WORKS SCHEDULE FOR WEEK OF JANUARY 1st** There will be NO Recycle Pick-up on Thursday, January 1st. Citywide Recycle Pick Up on Friday, January 2nd
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December Mobile Food Pantry
Date Posted: Wednesday, November 26th, 2025In Partnership with The City of New Castle, Harvest Christian Academy & the Food Bank of Delaware December Mobile Food Pantry Saturday, December 6, 2025 10:00a.m.- Until Supplies Last Harvest Christian Academy 1101 Delaware St. New Castle, DE 19720 Delaware House Speaker Melissa Minor-Brown, Senator Nicole Poore, and the City of New Castle will be hosting a mobile food pantry to support local families.
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Spirit of Christmas 2025
Date Posted: Wednesday, November 19th, 2025Spirit of Christmas 2025 will be brought to life under the auspices of the New Castle Community Partnership! They’ll be sharing event details on Facebook, Instagram and the web, so stay tuned for updates as plans come together. The City looks forward to supporting the celebration by reviewing, coordinating, and issuing the parade and assembly permits—just as we do for all community events in New Castle. Let the holiday spirit begin! 🎄✨
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Food Drive to benefit the Food Bank of Delaware
Date Posted: Friday, November 7th, 2025Food Drive The City of New Castle and the New Castle Courthouse Museum (HCA) are partnering to collect food donations for the Food Bank of Delaware over the next month. Donations can be dropped off at the following locations: City Administration Office 220 Delaware St. New Castle, DE New Castle City Police Department 1 Municipal Blvd. New Castle, DE New Castle Court House Museum 211 Delaware St. New Castle, DE Donations can also be brought to City meetings at the Police Department and Senior Center. Items Requested include: Canned fruit (in own juice or light syrup) Oatmeal/hot/cold cereals with whole grain as first ingredient Canned meats in water such as –Tuna, chicken, salmon, etc. Peanut Butter (low sodium) and jelly Rice, pasta, and macaroni and cheese Low-Sodium beans Canned veggies 100% fruit/vegetable juice Shelf-stable milk (low fat) Can openers Canned soups […]
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New Castle Hundred Lions Club 2025 Halloween Parade Has Been Canceled
Date Posted: Wednesday, October 29th, 2025Due to the impending inclement weather on Thursday, 10/30, the New Castle Hundred Lions Club has canceled the 2025 Halloween Parade. Have a safe and happy Halloween and we look forward to next years parade.
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