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Harrington Park & William R “Bobby” Outten Building Ribbon Cutting and Dedication

On Friday, September 18, 2026, City Officials gathered to officially open the City of Harrington Park and dedicate the refurbished former National Guard facility to former State Representative Robert “Bobby’ Outten. Representative Outten was instrumental in acquiring both the building, as well as funding for the project.

Six years in planning and construction, the nearly 1.6 million dollar project boast three outdoor pickleball courts, an outdoor basketball court, a 1/2 mile walking trail, a covered pavilion, and a 9800 sq ft multipurpose facility for indoor programs and events, a large playground for children, dog waste stations, and even a lending library. Three restrooms will soon be completed, providing additional amenities to the park. Both the indoor facility and pavilion are available for rental to the public. The pavilion, when not rented, is available on a first come, first serve bases. The outdoor areas are open from Dawn to Dusk. The indoor facility also has four indoor pickelball courts for use during daytime operational hours, these are include with your adult fitness membership to HPR.

Information on the park and all the programs can be found at the City of Harrington’s website, https://harringtondelaware.gov/.

Keep an eye out on our website and Facebook pages, as planning is under way for a variety of city events to be held at the facilities.

Youth Indoor Soccer Signups Now Open!

Signups are now open for your youth indoor soccer program.

Harrington Parks & Recreation Fall Soccer program is designed to get our youth up and moving! Ages are from 6–13. Registration for Indoor Soccer are now open with practice beginning in January (coaches discretion on day and time). The youth play 6 games, which are played on Saturdays starting in January and lasting through late February/Early March.

For more information or to register, please click here.

Youth Basketball Signups Now Open!

Signups are now open for your youth basketball program.

Our Co-ed Little Spartans Basketball program combines team play and individual skills in a fun and supportive environment through our basketball leagues, clinics, or classes. Kids can develop their basketball skills including passing, receiving, shooting, footwork and dribbling. This is a great way for our youth to learn fundamentals and skill development in a safe and supervised environment. Not only will they have an opportunity to improve their technique, but they’ll also build social skills, gain confidence and develop leadership skills.

Ages are from 5 years old to 13 years old. Registration for youth basketball is now open with sessions beginning in mid December and ending in February. The youth practice/play for 8 weeks on Saturday mornings. We do not play over Christmas and New Years.

For more information or to signup, click here

Ribbon Cutting Glow Aesthetics

On Saturday, August 29, 2026, Mayor Frank Tolson, Vice Mayor Darrin Simpson and employees of the City of Harrington were excited to celebrate the Grand Opening of one of our newest businesses, Glow Aesthetics. Located at 210 Shaw Ave in Harrington, the shop is owned by licensed Aesthetician Elizabeth Murphy.

For more information on the business and all they offer, click here.

Welcome to the community Liz!

ORDINANCE NO. 26-04

AN ORDINANCE REZONING CERTAIN PARCELS AND AMENDING THE ZONING MAP OF THE CITY OF HARRINGTON

This Ordinance rezones the parcels listed in Section 1 as part of a comprehensive rezoning project to align property zoning to the Future Land Use Map adopted as part of the Comprehensive Land Use Plan. It also amends the Zoning Map for the City of Harrington to reflect the rezoning of the properties listed in Section 1.

To read the entire ordinance, click here

To view the map of the changes, click here

Trail of Treats

Fall is rapidly approaching and with it come pumpkins and all the fun of Halloween!

This year’s city event, Trail of Treats, will be held on Monday, October 26, 2026 from 5pm to 7pm. And at a new location, the “Haunted Trail” at Harrington Parks & Recreation! The address is 114 E. Liberty St in Harrington.

So we need our local businesses, non-profits and groups to join us and help make our trail spooky! If you are interested, please contact City at at 302-398-3530 or email us, eo****@****************re.gov. Then choose your spooky decorations, bring a 10X10 tent or just a table to decorate, and oh lots of goodies to give away to our ghost and goblins! There will be plenty of electric if you need it to power all those spooky decorations!

The event is rain or shine, we will just move inside! Make your plans today to participate and then join us for a fun night!

Joseph Perna sworn in as new Chief of Police

Last evening at our City Council Meeting, the City of Harrington proudly hosted the swearing-in ceremony of Chief of Police Joseph Perna.

The evening was filled with recognition and appreciation for Chief Perna’s dedicated to public service. Vice Mayor Darrin Simpson presented a tribute on behalf of Mayor Frank Tolson and City Council, honoring Chief Perna’s commitment to the Harrington community.

Chief Perna was also presented with the Department Commendation Award by the Harrington Police Department. Additional recognitions included a proclamation from the Office of the Governor, read by Police Resource Manager Jenn Anderson; a tribute from the Delaware House of Representatives, presented by Lieutenant L.B. Stubbs; and a proclamation presented by Kent County Levy Court President Commissioner Joanne Masten and Vice President Commissioner Robert Scott.

We extend our sincere congratulations to Chief Joe Perna and wish him continued success as he leads the Harrington Police Department. Thank you to all who attended and helped make this special occasion a memorable one.

City Council celebrates National Library Week

At the April 20, 2026 City Council Meeting, Mayor Frank Tolson proclaimed the week of April 19th-25th as National Library Week in the City of Harrington. National Library Week celebrates the vital role libraries, librarians, and workers play in transforming lives and strengthening communities. Thank you to all our wonderful staff and volunteers at the Harrington Public Library.