The production filming has concluded in the Historic Area of the City. Delaware Street is now back open for parking and traffic. The only remaining road closure is on Second Street. Thank you for your patience throughout the filming process More Info

Public Works Schedule for the week of June 8th

Date Posted: Thursday, June 4th, 2026

  City Notice On Wednesday June 10th there will be no yard waste pick up as staff prepare for Separation Day Events. In its place, we will be doing City wide recycling on Wednesday, June 10th, 2026.  There will be no recycling on Thursday June 11th or Friday June 12th.           Revised Public Works Schedule       Regular Trash Schedule         Revised Trash Schedule                      Mon., June 8th                     Mon., June 8th                      Tues., June 9th                    Tues,. June 9th City-Wide Recycle Pick up on Wednesday, June 10th    



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Arbor Day Program – Delmarva Power Customers

Date Posted: Friday, May 29th, 2026

Arbor Day Program (Launched May 20) Through our partnership with the Arbor Day Foundation, Delmarva Power customers can request a free tree to plant at their home. Up to 700 trees are available on a first-come, first-served basis, including native species such as Baldcypress, River Birch, Eastern Redbud, Red Maple, and Flowering Dogwood.   All trees in will be delivered directly to customers homes. Please see the link to the DPL tree reservation portal below. https://get.arborday.org/delmarva  



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Delmarva Power Summer Readiness

Date Posted: Friday, May 29th, 2026

Delmarva Power initiatives help ensure customers have access to assistance programs, benefit from a stronger and more resilient grid, and know how to prepare for potential outages. https://newcastlecity.delaware.gov/files/2026/05/DPL2026SummerReadiness-Delmarva-Power_Page_1-scaled.jpg



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Rain Barrels

Date Posted: Tuesday, May 19th, 2026

MARK YOUR CALENDARS! The ordering period for the Subsidized Rain Barrels has been extended and the new pickup date is Wednesday, July 17, 2026. Orders should be placed before July 17, 2026. Residents who have already ordered have been notified of the pickup date change. The subsidized rate is limited to one (1) Rain Barrel per City of New Castle Household. Pickup will be held at the New Castle City Wharf located at 1 Delaware Street, New Castle DE 19720 on Wednesday, July 17, 2026; with home deliveries commencing after the event and continuing daily until completed. This unique offer was presented to City Council by the Flood Resiliency Committee; and in partnership with the City and the Trustees the rain barrels are being offered at the subsidized rate of $16.60.   Download the Flyer at:  https://newcastlecity.delaware.gov/files/2026/05/new-castle-flyer-1-1.png   Please visit https://rainbarrel.ca/newcastle/ to place your order



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PLANT A GARDEN WITH US

Date Posted: Wednesday, May 13th, 2026

PLANT A GARDEN WITH US– to Prepare the City of New Castle for Delaware 250 & New Castle 375! Join the City of New Castle in planting gardens at the City Playgrounds, thanks to Keep Delaware Beautiful. Bring your gloves and shovels! 2 opportunities to participate  & 6 locations: Wednesday, May 20 @ 1p.m.  Penn Valley Park-Holcomb Lane Buttonwood Park-Buttonwood Ave & Lincoln St Van Dyke Park-E. 14th St. Thursday, May 21 @ 1p.m. Susi Park-1000 Gray St Bull Hill Park-2nd St Dobbinsville Park-W 7th & Clymer St



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Efficiency Smart

Date Posted: Tuesday, May 5th, 2026

  Shop locally at the New Castle Visitor Center at The Arsenal for energy-saving products starting at $0.99, while supplies last.  Special pricing courtesy of DEMEC, the MSC of the City of New Castle, and Efficiency Smart. Visit www.efficiencysmart.org/new-castle-delaware or call 877-889-3777 to learn more.



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Best of the Block

Date Posted: Monday, May 4th, 2026

      Nominate a standout local shop to receive up to $3,000 in energy-saving upgrades In honor of Small Business Month, Efficiency Smart is giving you a chance to help a local business get an energy efficiency boost. Nominate a small business at the heart of your community to receive up to $3,000 in energy-saving upgrades. Submit your nomination by May 31 at 11:59 p.m. You’ll also be entered to win a $50 gift card to the business you nominated. Learn more and nominate a business at efficiencysmart.org/BOTB  



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2026 Street Sweeper Schedule

Date Posted: Friday, April 24th, 2026

  2026 Street Sweeper Schedule-Route Map



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DEA NATIONAL RX TAKE BACK

Date Posted: Thursday, April 16th, 2026

  DEA NATIONAL RX TAKE BACK Saturday, April 25, 2026 10a.m. – 2p.m. Turn in unneeded mediation for safe disposal. Keep them safe. Clean them out. Take them back. Visit DEATakeBack.com for a collection site near you.    



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City of New Castle and Delaware Italian American Foundation Partner to Bring “250 Ride” to Separation Day Celebration

Date Posted: Monday, April 13th, 2026

  FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE City of New Castle and Delaware Italian American Foundation Partner to Bring “250 Ride” to Separation Day Celebration City of New Castle, DE — The City of New Castle, in partnership with the Delaware Italian American Foundation, is proud to announce a special collaboration between the 250 Ride and the Separation Day Celebration, commemorating America 250 and Delaware 250 in Historic New Castle. As part of the annual Separation Day Parade on Saturday, June 13 at 12:00 p.m., Caesar Rodney will make a ceremonial stop in Historic New Castle during his historic ride to Philadelphia to deliver the news of independence. Riding in an authentic horse-drawn carriage, Caesar Rodney will travel through the parade route accompanied by reenactors portraying the often-unheard voices of the American Revolution. These living historians will engage with attendees along the parade route, sharing first-hand stories and perspectives of overlooked figures who […]



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