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Urban Coyotes Topic of Feb. 22 Presentation
City is hosting OSU wildlife specialist at free presentation at YMCA. Read more»
 
Champions Honored by Mayor and Council
Mayor Gary Milner recognized the national champion Ohio Wesleyan soccer team in City Hall. Read more»
 
Corroto Promoted to Lead City Prosecutor’s Office
Former interim prosecutor is in his 10th year with the office. Read more»
 
Support Your Community as an Election Official
Chance to serve community, meet new people and earn some extra money. Read more»
 
Journalist to Discuss Global Financial Crisis, Implications

David J. Lynch of Bloomberg News to Speak Feb. 2 at OWU

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City Has Seven Openings on Commissions and Boards
Members learn about the City and help shape the future of Delaware. Read more»
 
Holiday to Result in 'Next Day' Collection Schedule
City of Delaware offices will be closed on Monday;   Read more»
 
Delaware Fire Department Issues Winter Home Heating Tips
Alternative heating methods are contributing factors in home fires. Read more»
 
OWU, Community to Celebrate King Legacy Jan. 15-16
Events Include Worship Service, Breakfast Celebration, ‘MLK’ Activities Read more»
 
Enroll in Citizens Academy or Police Academy
A great way to be more informed and more involved. Read more»
 
Central Ave. Work Near Hospital Scheduled January 4-7

Crews will maintain one lane of traffic and assist motorists around the work area.

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‘Next Day' Collection Through Saturday, Jan. 7
Christmas tree collection period is January 9-February 3 Read more»
 
Video Inspection Planned of East William Street Sewer Lines
Work to take place December 28-29, between 8 am and 5 pm. Read more»
 
Open House Dec. 22 for Completed ‘Daylighting’ Project
600-foot long section of buried storm water drainage along Weiser Avenue transformed. Read more»
 
City, YMCA to Dedicate New Community Center
Residents invited to public ceremony Saturday morning at center site. Read more»
 
Yard Waste Collection Will Stop After December 16
Residual yard waste can be set out during annual Christmas tree collection period. Read more»
 
Milner Re-Elected Mayor by Vote of Fellow Council Members
Also at the meeting, Council Members representing the City’s four wards were sworn in after all four were re-elected. Read more»
 
Balanced 2012 City Budget Proposed by City Manager
City Council will take up budget discussions over the the next several weeks. Read more»
 
Veteran's Day Celebration at COA
Nov. 11 event will recognize 150th anniversary of Civil War, 70th anniversary of Pearl Harbor. Read more»
 
Come Downtown for the Christmas Parade
Annual Delaware Main Street event is Sunday, 3 p.m. Read more»
 
Residents Reminded to Keep Leaves Out of Streets, Gutters
Residents are asked to help keep gutters and catch basins clear of leaves and debris. Read more»
 
Change Clock, Smoke Alarm Batteries
We move back to Standard Time beginning this weekend. Read more»
 
Facade Improvement Program to Assist Historic Downtown
Grants available to construct eligible improvements to downtown buildings. Read more»
 
County Prosecutor's Donation Assists Drug-Free Education
Gift will provide t-shirts for 420 Willis fifth-graders who graduate from D.A.R.E. program. Read more»
 
Halloween in Delaware Oct. 31, 6-8 p.m.
Safety tips can protect children who plan to go trick-or-treating. Read more»
 
Annual Fall Hydrant Flushing October 17-21
The program is very important to the maintenance of the City's water system. Read more»
 
Attack of the Zombies! (Ok, not really)
 A full-scale preparedness exercise by Delaware County emergency services will take place October 31. Read more»
 
Sidewalk Work Will Connect Neighborhoods, Improve Safety
The project is funded by a Community Development Block Grant and the City’s Revolving Loan Fund. Read more»
 
Residents Can Help Name New Community Park
Community park located off South Houk Road is adjacent to the Delaware Community Center YMCA. Read more»
 
Buehler Drive-Lexington Boulevard Resurfacing Set to Begin
Curb-to-curb resurfacing project will be completed around November 1. Read more»
 
Elmwood Drive Repaving Scheduled
Crews will assist local traffic; delays expected. Read more»
 
Spencer Street Water Line Project to Begin This Month
Aging 6-inch line was installed in 1947 and has broken twice in last two years. Read more»
 
Mayor Proclaims September 'Hunger Action Month'
The city is committed to taking steps to raise awareness about the need to combat hunger Read more»
 
Come See Us at the Fair
Residents Can Meet and Talk with Department Heads at City's Fair Booth Read more»
 
Pulitzer Prize Winner to Discuss Lincoln as Commander in Chief
Ohio Wesleyan to host Sept. 29 Civil War lecture. Read more»
 
Plenty to Choose From in Fall-Winter Activity Guide
Activity Guides to be delivered this weekend in the This Week bag.  Read more»
 
William Street Base Repairs to Begin Aug. 31
 Crews will work evenings, 6 p.m.-7 a.m., Monday through Thursday. Read more»
 
Police Stress Pedestrian Safety with Schools Back in Session
Everyone can benefit from a better understanding of pedestrian safety, Police Chief says. Read more»
 
Two Right-of-Way Projects Planned
U.S. 23 clean-up, Hills-Miller base repairs planned. Read more»
 
Police Chief Thanks Wal-Mart Staff for Stopping ‘Grandma Scam’
Local store's employees intercede to keep two area residents from getting ripped off. Read more»
 
Professional Sports Comes to Delaware
Major League Lacrosse's Ohio Machine to Play in OWU's Selby Stadium Read more»
 
Elmwood Drive Water Line Project to Begin
6-inch water line will replace 70-year-old service main prone to repeated failures. Read more»
 
Youth Flag Football Registration Deadline is Sept. 2
Non-contact instructional league for girls and boys in grades 1-5 Read more»
 
City Offers Tree Replacement Cost-Share Program
Deadline to register for Parks program is August 19. Read more»
 
Delaware Triathlons for Adults, Youths in August
Early registration period is under way for adult and youth triathlons Read more»
 
Tougher Penalty for Tall Grass, Weeds Takes Effect July 27
Council in June unanimously voted to change how the City is reimbursed for enforcing its tall grass and weed ordinances. Read more»
 
Firefighters, Police Unite to Increase Blood Donations
Donors can come to Mingo Park July 22 from 1-7 p.m. as part of ‘Pints for P.J.’ effort Read more»
 
State Pulls Plug on Funds for Trail Grant Program
Grant would have helped fund a Houk Road pedestrian trail, connectingWilliam Street and Central Avenue on the City’s west side. Read more»
 
Changing Wilmer St. to Two-Way Function Under Way
At various stages of the project, portions of Wilmer Street may be closed or access reduced. Read more»
 
Ward Boundaries Adjusted to Reflect New Census Data
Wards more accurately balance population totals that have changed since last update in 2001. Read more»
 
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