Nearly 200 truck drivers from across the state and region will converge at the Delaware State Fairgrounds on Saturday, Sept. 23, to take part in a police-escorted 29-mile scenic ride through Kent County. Drivers mingle and enjoy breakfast beginning as early as 8:30 a.m. followed by a short program at 9:30. Trucks depart the Fairgrounds at 10:30 and do not return following the convoy. The Truck Convoy, celebrating its 21st year, is part of a national effort to raise money and awareness …
Over the Edge, sponsored by Brandywine Realty Trust, New Castle County Fire Service and TD Bank, is the state’s only rappelling fundraising event of its kind. On Thursday, May 11, more than 90 people from across the state will rappel 17 stories (222 feet) down the 300 Delaware Avenue building in Wilmington, beginning at 8:30 a.m. and continuing throughout the day. Each participant is required to raise a minimum of …
Charles Permint, a Milford resident, was one of many Team Delaware members to succeed at the 2022 National Special Olympics Summer Games on June 5. Permint placed fifth in Bocce singles, a gold medal with his partner, Nicole Baker of Newark in Bocce team doubles and a bronze medal in Bocce traditional team competitions. There were 29 athletes representing …
