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Del. Republicans condemn McBride over “no” vote on Laken Riley Act

On Tuesday,  the U.S. House of Representatives passed House Resolution 29, dubbed the Laken Riley Act, to honor the 22-year-old…

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Jarek Rutz posted at 4 weeks ago

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Barclays satisfies $1.66M city assessment over wage taxes that led to lawsuits

WILMINGTON — Barclays US Consumer Bank has satisfied the city of Wilmington’s three lawsuits demanding nearly $1.7M in unpaid wage…

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Peter Osborne posted at 4 weeks ago

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DHR report: Dropping bachelor’s degree requirement boosts recruitment for state jobs

A new report from the Delaware Department of Human Resources (DHR) suggests recruitment surged for numerous state-government occupations after college-degree…

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Jarek Rutz posted at 1 month ago

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VA schedules Jan. 23 town hall in Millsboro to raise awareness of its services

MILLSBORO – The Wilmington VA (Veteran Affairs) hopes to get as many of Sussex County’s  veterans as possible out to…

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Jarek Rutz posted at 1 month ago

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Biden awards Presidential Citizens Medal to Kaufman, Redding, and Seitz

WILMINGTON – President Biden has included three Delawareans — Ted Kaufman and the late Louis Lorenzo Redding and Collins J.…

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Peter Osborne posted at 1 month ago

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Indian River Power Plant to close in February

By Bradley Vasoli Delaware’s only coal-fired energy power plant will cease operating in February, almost two years before its previously…

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Bradley Vasoli posted at 1 month ago

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Emergency sirens test Jan. 7, to be heard in parts of Del. City, Middletown, Woodland Beach

Emergency siren tests are back in Delaware, so no need to fret on Tuesday, Jan. 7, if you hear them. …

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Jarek Rutz posted at 1 month ago

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Code violation repeat offenders could face stiffer penalties in Milford

City Planner Rob Pierce, at the request of Milford City Council, recently presented a draft ordinance for their review to…

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Terry Rogers posted at 1 month ago

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Milford employees recognized for excellence

At a recent meeting, employees with the City of Milford were recognized by council after receiving the 2024 Excellence Awards.…

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Terry Rogers posted at 1 month ago

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Council to review ADU impact fees

As more homeowners consider building accessory dwelling units (ADU) on their property in Milford, the city is grappling with the…

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Terry Rogers posted at 2 months ago

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Council approves resolutions related to potential debt

Milford City Council recently approve two resolutions in preparation for possible issuance of debt related to a new water tower…

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Terry Rogers posted at 2 months ago

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Experts: Wind-power substation’s rejection an “early Christmas present” for Sussex County

  By Bradley Vasoli While a proposed Sussex County wind-power substation generated some fanfare among politicians, some energy and environmental…

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Bradley Vasoli posted at 2 months ago

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Delaware lawmakers uncorking renewed efforts to pass direct-to-home wine sales

With people scrambling for holiday gifts, Delaware legislators are again pushing for direct-to-home wine sales, something 98% of Americans have…

Jarek Rutz posted at 2 months ago

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Council approves procedural changes

At a recent meeting, Milford City Council approved changes to procedures during meetings. These changes impact public comment, agenda items…

Terry Rogers posted at 2 months ago

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Milford sees second version of marijuana retail location zoning

Last month, Milford City Council was presented with a draft ordinance that would ban all marijuana retail outlets in the…

Terry Rogers posted at 2 months ago

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State OMB Director Cerron Cade charged with shoplifting at Home Depot

WILMINGTON — Delaware OMB Director Cerron Cade was arrested Dec. 13, 2024, on six counts of Class A misdemeanor shoplifting…

Peter Osborne posted at 2 months ago

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Delaware Roundup: Don’t miss these news briefs from Dec. 9-13

The Delaware Roundup is published every weekend. Send submissions for News Briefs and Calendar items to [email protected]. If possible, please forward…

Peter Osborne posted at 2 months ago

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Tom Carper bids farewell to U.S. Senate; met with respect from both sides of aisle

Although a lifelong Democrat, longtime United States Senator and Delaware politician Tom Carper garnered praise from the opposition following his…

Jarek Rutz posted at 2 months ago

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Council approves 2023 audit

Milford City Council approved the 2023 audit report at a recent meeting. Although the 2023 audit was completed later than…

Terry Rogers posted at 2 months ago

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CDF doles out $4.5M in taxpayer-backed grants to five companies, including Pepsi

The Council on Development Finance (CDF) has approved nearly $4.5 million in taxpayer-backed grants, including nearly $2.9 million to Pepsi…

Peter Osborne posted at 2 months ago

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Delaware Roundup: News briefs from the week of Dec. 2

The Delaware Roundup, a compilation of news briefs from across the state from the past week, is published every weekend.…

Peter Osborne posted at 2 months ago

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Milford hires new Economic Development Director

After the departure of Sara Bluhm who served as the Economic Development and Community Engagement Director for the City of…

Terry Rogers posted at 2 months ago

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City Hall Plaza project rejected by council

At a recent meeting, Milford City Council rejected the redesign of the City Hall Plaza presented by Public Works Director…

Terry Rogers posted at 2 months ago

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Council talks about potential charter changes

At a recent workshop, Milford City Council discussed potential changes to the city charter. Since October 1, the Charter Review…

Terry Rogers posted at 3 months ago

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    Delaware shines in American Farm Bureau Federation Convention

    For the second consecutive year, the Delaware Farm Bureau (DEFB) has taken home top honors at the American Farm Bureau
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    The Mezzanine Gallery to Exhibit Jennifer Small’s “Walking in the City”

    Wilmington, Del. (February 4, 2025) – The Delaware Division of the Arts’ Mezzanine Gallery will showcase “Walking in the City,”
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    DSB Now Accepting Applications for the 2025 EDGE Grant Competition

    Calling all small business owners! If you want to start your own small business or have been in business for
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    Applications for 1st round of EDGE Grant Competition ’25 open until Feb. 28

    The Delaware Division of Small Business (DSB) is now accepting applications for the first round of its 2025 EDGE Grant
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    It’s time to nominate for the Women’s Hall of Fame Class of 2025 

    The nomination period for the 2025 Delaware Women’s Hall of Fame is underway. Established in 1981, the Delaware Women’s Hall
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    2025 turkey hunting season draws record applicants, permits

    It’s huntin’ season in Delaware.  And many – a record number – of First Staters want to partake. The Department
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    Delaware Spring Wild Turkey Hunting Season Lottery Awards Record Number of Permits for Hunting State Wildlife Areas

    DNREC’s 2025 lottery for State Wildlife Area Spring Turkey Season hunting permits held last month drew the largest applicant pool
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    Delaware LIVE+ Weekly Review – Feb. 2, 2025

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    YES! Summit Expands in 2025 as Governor, DNREC Officials Address Future Environmental Leaders

    Governor Matt Meyer will open the Youth Environmental Summit, sponsored by DNREC, on Feb. 28 at the Chase Center in
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    Permitting, healthcare costs drive State Chamber’s Competitiveness Agenda

    The business community is paying close attention to what the General Assembly will do in the current session. Still, Delaware
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