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Wildcats Football Kicks Off Against Arlington, Weekend Events and More

5 Things to kick off your weekend in Wilmington on Sept. 6.


1. Your Weekend Forecast:

  • According to the National Weather Service, Friday will be sunny, with a high near 70. Expect a west wind from  3 to 7 mph.
  • Friday night will be mostly clear, with a low around 47. Expect a calm wind.
  • Saturday will be mostly sunny, with a high near 80. Expect a southwest wind from 5 to 9 mph.
  • Saturday night will be mostly cloudy, with a low around 55. There is a 20 percent chance of rain. Expect a southwest wind 6 to 8 mph.
  • Sunday will be partly sunny, with a high near 78. There is a 20 percent chance of showers.
  • Sunday night will be mostly clear, with a low around 46.
2. Reader Comment of the Day: "6:58 p.m.- An individual came into the station to report her neighbor had been poisoning her dog. The individual was referred to the Animal Control Officer"..I hope there were also charges filed instead of just a referral...that is criminal isn't it?" reader webmom commenting on the article, Police Log: Attempted Assault With A Car and Coyote Spottings.

3. Wildcats Football: The Wilmington Wildcats will take on Arlington at Arlington High School at 5:30 p.m. 

4. It's Happening Today: Learn-to-Skate Classes will begin on Friday, Sept. 6 at Ristuccia Memorial Arena.  Two classes will be offered: 4 p.m. to 4:50 p.m. and 5:20 p.m. to 6:10 p.m. Find out how to register.

5. ICYMI: In case you missed our latest business feature, the Lorraine Spada School of Dance recently announced new ownership. Read more here. 


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