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DE Unemployment Up for December – Lower for 2019
Delaware’s unemployment rate continues to inch up. Unemployment in Delaware in December increased to 3.9% from 3.8% in November. In Sussex County, unemployment also increased from 3.9% to 4.0%. However for all of 2019 the state’s unemployment rate averaged 3.5% – which is the lowest average annual rate since 2007. CLICK HERE FOR THE DECEMBER…
Read MoreHouse Republican leaders react to Governor’s State of the State Address
CLICK FOR GOVERNOR CARNEY’S STATE OF THE STATE VIDEO Governor John Carney delivered his annual State of the State Address to a joint session of the General Assembly in the House of Representatives Thursday afternoon. The State of the State broadly outlined the Carney Administration’s accomplishments thus far, and provided a peek at the governor’s…
Read MoreCarper calls for witnesses in impeachment trial to sway Republicans
Entering the third day of the impeachment trial against President Donald Trump, Delaware’s Senior U.S. Senator Tom Carper is continuing to call for witnesses. Speaking to PBS Newshour, Senator Carper said his hope is that to hear from witnesses during the trial would sway some of his Republican colleagues. “If there’s a juror, there’s a…
Read MoreDEC and Constellation Complete Expansion of Sussex County Solar Farm
Delaware Electric Cooperative and Constellation have completed work to nearly double the size of the Co-op’s Bruce A. Henry Solar Farm in Sussex County. Seventeen acres of new solar panels began producing clean, renewable energy for DEC members in early January. Constellation, an Exelon company, built the 4.2 MW addition to the Cooperative’s Sussex County…
Read MoreDelaware bill would attract new primary care doctors to the state
Delaware lawmakers are hopeful that a bill to provide a Health Care Provider Loan Repayment Program will attract more primary care physicians to the state. House Bill 257, a bipartisan led effort, would help pay off student loan debt for new primary care physicians who practice in the state of Delaware. Over the course of…
Read MoreCoons concerned, disappointed in Republicans over impeachment trial rules
The rules for the Senate impeachment trial are set and Delaware’s U.S. Senator Chris Coons is concerned, expressing disappointment in his Republican colleagues who he suggested would rather have a coverup than a fair trial. “I’ve been deeply disappointed in my Republican colleagues who are voting in lockstep and straight party-line votes not to accept…
Read MoreGovernor Carney, lawmakers announce major investments in clean water
Governor John Carney was joined by lawmakers on Tuesday to announce new investments in clean water across the state of Delaware. The Clean Water for Delaware Act — sponsored by Representative Longhurst and Senator McBride — will create a Delaware Clean Water Trust to help rebuild Delaware’s drinking water infrastructure, prevent flooding in vulnerable communities,…
Read MoreLa Quetzalteca restaurant in Georgetown closed for roaches, rodent droppings, and other food safety hazards
La Quetzalteca restaurant in Georgetown has been closed for gross unsanitary conditions following a complaint that led to the discovery of roaches, large rodent droppings, and numerous food safety hazards. Following a complaint, inspectors with the Delaware Division of Public Health’s Office of Food Protection ordered the immediate closure of the restaurant last week after…
Read MoreMountaire Farms first in the nation to become One Health Certified
Mountaire Farms has become the first chicken company in the United States to become approved in One Health Certified™, a new comprehensive animal care program that is verified by the U.S. Department of Agriculture. One Health Certified™ focuses on five core areas of animal production: disease prevention, veterinary care, responsible antibiotic use, animal welfare, and…
Read MoreGovernor Hogan introduces bills to combat violent crime in Maryland
Governor Larry Hogan has introduced a series of legislation to combat violent crime in Maryland. The Governor’s crime package, which he first announced last month at a press conference in Baltimore City, includes tougher sentences for violent offenders who commit crimes with guns, stronger penalties for those who intimidate witnesses, and more transparency to hold…
Read MoreUPDATED: Incumbents Win in Greenwood Town Council Election
UPDATED 1/20/20 10:30am – Town officials tell WGMD that the three incumbents have been re-elected, however no actual election results have been provided. According to the Town Clerk, Norman Reed, William Russell and Donald Torbert will each serve another 2 years on the council. The winners will be sworn in at the February 4th Town…
Read More‘Real ID’ Needed by October 1st in Delaware
If your Delaware Driver’s License or ID credential doesn’t have a gold star in the top right corner, beginning October 1st you will not be able to board a domestic flight without additional identifying information, you may be denied entry into federal buildings and more!  The option to update their credential by October 1st is…
Read MoreFire Damages Salisbury Home
Firefighters in Wicomico County were called to a blaze on Manoa Boulevard Saturday night. The call came out just after 10pm and crews from Salisbury found heavy fire showing when they arrived at the scene. All the occupants were able to get out safely – and firefighters rescued a family pet from the home. Firefighters…
Read More235th CEIT Class Graduates at DOC
15 Correctional Officer cadets graduated today from the 235th Correctional Employee Initial Training (CEIT) Class and took their oaths of office as Delaware’s newest law enforcement officers at a ceremony attended by Department of Correction (DOC) leadership and staff, family and friends. Cadets completed an intensive 12-week program of classroom and hands-on instruction in multiple subject areas…
Read MoreBVSPCA to Receive 30 Dogs from Puerto Rico Sunday in Georgetown
The Brandywine Valley SPCA will receive 30 dogs as part of an emergency evacuation of pets from Puerto Rico after earthquakes damaged some shelters and left other locations euthanizing highly adoptable animals due to lack of food and water. The flight should arrive late Sunday morning. All the dogs are vetted and have been health…
Read MoreHighmark awards over $1 million to fight opioid epidemic in Delaware
Highmark awarded more than $1.1 million in grants to fight opioid use and addiction in Delaware. Highmark’s support advances efforts to address the opioid crisis for eight local organizations, including atTAck addiction, Bellevue Cause Community Network, Boys and Girls Clubs of Delaware, Friendship House, Jewish Family Services, The National Council on Agricultural Life and Labor…
Read MoreDelaware House passes bill allowing dogs on outdoor restaurant patios
House lawmakers passed a bill allowing business owners the right to decide whether or not to allow leashed dogs on outdoor patios of food establishments and in beer gardens after a controversial stance from the Division of Public Health (DPH) stated otherwise. House Bill 275 was passed without debate on Friday, 40-0, permitting business owners…
Read MoreLa Hacienda restaurant in Milford closed for roach infestation
La Hacienda restaurant in Milford has been temporarily closed following a complaint that led to a health inspection where roaches, dead insects, and various food safety violations were found. Following a complaint, inspectors with the Delaware Division of Public Health’s Office of Food Protection ordered the immediate closure of the restaurant on Wednesday after dead…
Read MoreDel. State Rep. Sean Lynn will strike controversial amendment amid outrage
Delaware State Representative Sean Lynn has announced that he will strike an amendment he introduced that would have removed certain first responders and healthcare workers from the list of people who if assaulted, aggravates the crime to a violent felony. Rep. Lynn came under fire Tuesday on the first day of session after many learned…
Read MoreFire tore through Snookie’s Speed Parts in Milton, causing severe damage
A heater was the cause of a fire that tore through Snookie’s Speed Parts in Milton. According to the State Fire Marshal’s Office, the blaze broke out around 2 p.m., Tuesday at Snookie’s Speed Parts on Coastal Highway. The Milton Fire Department along with nearby mutual aid fire companies arrived and fought the fire. State…
Read MoreSussex County Council Recognizes Cape Championship Field Hockey Team
The Sussex County Council met this morning without Council President Mike Vincent and County Administrator Todd Lawson. Finance Director Gina Jennings read a proclamation recognizing the Cape Henlopen High School Field Hockey team on their championship season. Cape finished an impressive season with a 17 and 2 record and won the Division 1 Championship beating…
Read MoreDelaware’s 150th General Assembly Is In Session …
… although “Listen Live” audio in both chambers seems not working and the notice on the website says that neither the House or Senate is convened – yet legislation that has been worked is being place on the General Assembly website. It was expected that just before the legislative session was to begin, there would…
Read MoreDelaware lawmakers return today for the start of session
State lawmakers return to Dover today for the start of the second leg of the 150th Delaware General Assembly. Over the course of last session, lawmakers passed a series of criminal justice reform bills, increased the age to purchase tobacco products to 21, and added an Equal Rights Amendment to the state’s constitution. Following a…
Read MoreSussex GOP Votes ‘No Confidence’ in Vice Chair Nellie Jordan
By a 2 vote margin, the Sussex County GOP voted “no confidence” in Nellie Jordan after comments that deemed by some as anti-Semitic were made on her Facebook page a month ago. The Sussex GOP held its regular meeting at the CHEER Center in Georgetown Monday night, but the vote on Jordan’s fate was taken…
Read MoreComment Period for Fenwick Island State Park Improvements Extended to Wed, Jan 15
DNREC has extended the Fenwick Island State Park proposed improvements survey deadline until Wednesday, January 15th to allow additional input regarding the estimated $18-million in proposed improvements. The improvements will look at ways to better traffic flow, upgrade infrastructure and add new recreational amenities. Offshore wind developer, Orsted, has proposed funding these projects as part…
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