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Newark, DE

Newark is a small city in New Castle County, Delaware, United States. It is located 12 miles (19 km) west-southwest of Wilmington. Newark is home to the University of Delaware. The city constitutes part of the Delaware Valley (i.e. the Philadelphia metropolitan area).

Schools have played a significant role in the history of Newark. A grammar school, founded by Francis Alison in 1743, moved from New London, Pennsylvania to Newark in 1765, becoming the Newark Academy. Among the first graduates of the school were three signers of the Declaration of Independence: George Read, Thomas McKean, and James Smith. Two of these, Read and McKean, went on to have schools named after them in the state of Delaware: George Read Middle School and Thomas McKean High School.

The state granted a charter to a new school in 1833, which was called Newark College. Newark Academy and Newark College joined together in the following year, becoming Delaware College. The school was forced to close in 1859 but was resuscitated eleven years later under the Morrill Act when it became a joint venture between the State of Delaware and the school's Board of Trustees. In 1913, according to the Legislative Act, Delaware College came into sole ownership of the State of Delaware. The school would be renamed the University of Delaware in 1921.

Newark places a strong emphasis on health and wellness, offering residents access to comprehensive healthcare services. The city is home to several medical facilities, including the ChristianaCare Health System, which serves the community with state-of-the-art medical care. In addition to healthcare facilities, Newark has amazing wellness and health services and centers as well. Psychiatry Delaware specializes in psychiatric and mental health services. ChristianaCare Health & Rehabilitation Center - Harmony House offers skilled nursing care and rehabilitation services. Zanya Spa Salon offers a range of spa services including massages, facials, body treatments, and hair services. Plush Salon & Spa provides spa treatments such as massages, facials, body wraps, and nail services. Jade Oasis Wellness offers a variety of spa services including massages, body treatments, facials, and waxing. Infinite Wellness Day Spa offers a range of spa services including massages, body treatments, facials, and waxing. 

Top sites in Newark, DE are Iron Hill Park, White Clay Creek State Park, and Christiana Mall.

Population: 30,169 (2023). ZIP codes: 19702, 19711, 19718, 19725. Area code: 302. Elevation: 128 ft (39 m). Incorporated: 1758. Area: 9.43 sq mi (24.42 km2).

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What is Newark, DE is known for?

Newark is the third largest city in Delaware and home to the University of Delaware. Our award-winning downtown received the honor of becoming a Great American Main Street winner in 2011. We have over 17 miles of trails and 33 parks totaling over 650 acres of parkland including the Newark Reservoir. The James F. Hall Trail is a part of the East Coast Greenway, a developing trail system, spanning nearly 3,000 miles as it winds its way between Canada and Key West, linking all the major cities of the eastern seaboard. A full calendar of community events and downtown festivals helps make Newark a fun, vibrant, and interesting place to visit and live.

Is Newark, DE a small city?

Newark is a small city in New Castle County, Delaware, United States. It is located 12 miles (19 km) west-southwest of Wilmington. According to the 2010 Census, the population of the city is 31,454. Newark is home to the University of Delaware. The city constitutes part of the Delaware Valley (i.e. the Philadelphia metropolitan area).

Is Newark, DE worth visiting?

The town is at its liveliest when school is in session but its eclectic Main Street rewards a visit all year. In the summer, the Downtown Newark Food & Brew Fest is well worth checking out. A bustling college town, where new faces, historic places, cultural destinations, and an eclectic blend of businesses and restaurants combine to provide our visitors with diverse experiences around every corner. Visit the more than 80 eclectic boutiques in and around Newark’s Main Street or take in a show with one of Newark’s theater troupes: the Resident Ensemble Players or Chapel Street Players. The University of Delaware is one of the nation’s oldest, dating back to 1743, so there’s plenty to see. Start with the historic buildings of the Central Campus, then visit the UD Botanical Gardens.

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City of Newark

Wikipedia

Visit Wilmington DE

Newark DE

Iron Hill Park

White Clay Creek State Park

Christiana Mall

ChristianaCare Health System

Psychiatry Delaware

Zanya Spa Salon

Plush Salon & Spa

Jade Oasis Wellness

Infinite Wellness Day Spa 

The content herein is provided for general informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Medical information changes constantly, and therefore the content on this website should be kept from being current, complete, or exhaustive. Always seek the advice of your doctor before starting or changing treatment. If you think you may have a medical emergency, please call your doctor or 9-1-1 (in the United States) immediately.