https://www.choosewilmingtonde.org City of Wilmington News Feed Fri, 05 Jun 2026 20:54:33 +0000 en-US https://www.choosewilmingtonde.org/news/p/item/67431/wilmington-measures-what-matters-for-talent-and-investment-decisions https://www.choosewilmingtonde.org/news/p/item/67431/wilmington-measures-what-matters-for-talent-and-investment-decisions Wed, 27 May 2026 04:00:00 +0000 Data now drives both where people live and where companies invest. In Wilmington, commute time, job access, housing cost, and mobility are measured using biking scores, livability indicators, and transportation data. This reveals how Wilmington operates and what value it provides compared to New York City, Philadelphia, and Washington, D.C.​These... https://www.choosewilmingtonde.org/news/p/item/67390/explore-outdoor-recreation-in-wilmington-de https://www.choosewilmingtonde.org/news/p/item/67390/explore-outdoor-recreation-in-wilmington-de Tue, 05 May 2026 04:00:00 +0000 For professionals and families considering a move or visit, outdoor access is as important as job opportunities. Parks, trails, water, and travel options directly influence their decisions. In Wilmington, Delaware, outdoor recreation is seamlessly built into the city’s layout and enhanced by its regional connections across the Brandywine Valley and... https://www.choosewilmingtonde.org/news/p/item/63836/transparent-predictable-permitting https://www.choosewilmingtonde.org/news/p/item/63836/transparent-predictable-permitting Thu, 24 Jul 2025 04:00:00 +0000 Wilmington Removes the Guesswork from DevelopmentDevelopers navigating the Northeast corridor are familiar with the challenges: delays, bureaucratic hurdles, and unclear permitting processes. Wilmington is the exception. Transparent permitting, clear timelines, and a step-by-step guide give Wilmington a competitive edge for builders and investors.Delaware's largest city is doing what many surrounding cities... https://www.choosewilmingtonde.org/news/p/item/63314/revitalizing-riverside-how-wilmington-is-building-a-better-future-without-leaving-its-residents-behind https://www.choosewilmingtonde.org/news/p/item/63314/revitalizing-riverside-how-wilmington-is-building-a-better-future-without-leaving-its-residents-behind Wed, 18 Jun 2025 04:00:00 +0000 In the northeast corner of Wilmington, DE, a neighborhood once teeming with life and potential has long been overlooked. Riverside, initially built in the 1950s to house returning white World War II veterans, became a casualty of racist housing policies and systemic neglect.As white families moved out and built wealth... https://www.choosewilmingtonde.org/news/p/item/62879/converting-offices-into-highquality-living-spaces-provides-opportunities-for-new-housing-options https://www.choosewilmingtonde.org/news/p/item/62879/converting-offices-into-highquality-living-spaces-provides-opportunities-for-new-housing-options Thu, 22 May 2025 04:00:00 +0000 The COVID-19 pandemic reshaped how we work, leaving many office buildings underutilized as remote and hybrid work models became the norm. While high-end Class A office spaces continue to attract tenants, Class B and C office buildings have struggled with declining occupancy. This shift presents a unique opportunity: repurposing vacant... https://www.choosewilmingtonde.org/news/p/item/62715/behind-the-scenes-of-growth-the-unsung-engine-driving-our-community-forward https://www.choosewilmingtonde.org/news/p/item/62715/behind-the-scenes-of-growth-the-unsung-engine-driving-our-community-forward Mon, 12 May 2025 04:00:00 +0000 What if we told you the success of your favorite local business, the construction of that new industrial site, and even the job opening you just applied for all have something in common? They weren't accidents. They came from strategy, support, and collaboration fueled by your local economic development team."Every...