Halloween is always a great time to reflect on Wilmington’s heritage of producing quality and entertaining horror movies. Here are some of our favorites. Firestarter (1984) It seems appropriate to start off with the film that arguably ignited Wilmywood — “Firestarter”. The 1984 film, based on a Stephen King novel, starred a young Drew BarrymoreContinue reading “We All Scream: A Look Back At Horror Movies Filmed In Wilmington”
Monthly Archives: October 2022
Protect You And Your Family From Lead Exposure
National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week is aimed to increase lead poisoning prevention awareness in an effort to reduce children’s exposure to lead in their environment and prevent its health effects. Any child can be exposed to lead, but some children are at higher risk. Low-income families and those who live in homes built before 1978Continue reading “Protect You And Your Family From Lead Exposure”
Council Recap: More Affordable Housing, And Sidewalk Cafes, On The Way
Wilmington City Council held its second regular meeting for the month of October. First up, council received an update from the Wilmington Housing Authority. Included was the latest on residents displaced due to mold and the timeline on moving them back in. “The idea is that we have approximately 25 units that we can bringContinue reading “Council Recap: More Affordable Housing, And Sidewalk Cafes, On The Way”
Celebrate Spooky Season With Us
A newly-arriving chill in the air this week means only one thing — spooky season is upon us! For the month of October (and early November) you can celebrate Halloween, as well as other fall-themed festivities, with city staff at some of these fun-filled events: Halloween Fest Join us at Maides Park, located at 1101Continue reading “Celebrate Spooky Season With Us”
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