City of Newark, Delaware

06/12/2026

Mayor McDermott urges Newark residents to contact their representatives in the Delaware General Assembly and voice their opposition to SB 23. As currently written, the legislation would diminish transparency, limit civic engagement, and impose mandates that are nearly impossible for the City of Newark to satisfy despite significant progress already made toward its stated goals.

Email from City Of Newark, Delaware State legislation may impact future growth in Newark     FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 6/12/2026   Jayme Gravell Chief of Community Engagement, City of Newark 302-366-

06/10/2026

The Library Avenue bridge over the Amtrak rail lines will be closed for approximately eight weeks beginning tomorrow, June 11. Please follow posted detour signs.

The Delaware Department of Transportation has announced that the bridge on Route 72, Library Avenue, over the Amtrak rail lines will close beginning Thursday, June 11, for bridge repairs. The closu…

06/09/2026

JUNETEENTH RECYCLING COLLECTION CHANGE - Please call the City of Newark with any questions. (302) 366-7000

06/05/2026

Payments and Utility Billing will open at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, June 8, due to staff development.

06/04/2026

City council and staff relies on an engaged citizenry to assist with many aspects of governing the City, and there are many opportunities for residents to serve.

Learn more about the open positions and qualifications by visiting our website: newarkde.gov/113/Boards-Committees-Commissions

06/03/2026

⚠️ Governor Matt Meyer has declared a statewide drought watch due to ongoing dry conditions. We’re asking Delawareans to voluntarily reduce nonessential water use. Limit lawn watering and use non-drinkable water on lawns and turf fields when possible.

⚠️ ¡Alerta de vigilancia por sequía! El Gobernador Matt Meyer ha declarado una vigilancia por sequía para todo el estado debido a las condiciones de tiempo seco actuales. Solicitamos a los habitantes de Delaware que voluntariamente reduzcan el uso no esencial de agua, que limiten el riego y que usen agua no potable para regar jardines y césped cuando sea posible.

⚠️ Atansyon, Gen yon Siveyans Kontini Sechrès! Gouvènè Matt Meyer deklare yon siveyans kontini sechrès nan tout eta a poutèt kondisyon yo rete sèch. N ap mande moun Delaware yo pou yo volontèman redui itilizasyon dlo ki pa esansyèl. Wouze pelouz yo mwens epi sèvi avèk dlo ki pa potab sou pelouz yo ak sou teren ki kouvri ak gazon yo lè sa posib.

06/03/2026

🎉 The wait is over! The Newark Nite Demonstration Schedule and Main Stage Schedule have officially dropped!

Get ready for an evening of live music, incredible demonstrations, family fun, and everything that makes Newark Nite a community favorite.

Join us this Friday, June 5 in Downtown Newark as Newark Nite returns to Main Street!

Check out the full schedule below and start planning your night. We can't wait to see everyone there! 👇

06/01/2026

The City of Newark has reduced parking rates to just $0.75/hour in select downtown municipal parking areas. Plus, from June 16 through August 15, enjoy FREE parking on Saturdays and Sundays downtown.

Free parking will also be available on:
• Juneteenth (June 19)
• Independence Day Observance (July 3)

Take advantage of these savings while you shop, dine, and explore downtown Newark this summer!

Please note: The Trabant Garage and privately owned parking lots are not included in this promotion.

05/30/2026

Speed Camera Relocation Notice

Beginning Monday, June 1, 2026, the speed camera will be relocated to eastbound Capitol Trail between E. Cleveland Avenue and the City limits.

A 30-day warning period will begin at the new location. During this time, warnings will be issued for speeding violations. After the warning period ends, drivers who exceed the speed threshold will receive civil speeding citations by mail.

Violations issued through the automated system are civil penalties only. They do not add points to a driver’s license or impact insurance rates.

The automated enforcement program is intended to improve roadway safety by reducing excessive speeding in areas where residents and officials have expressed ongoing concerns.