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Delaware gas prices down slightly after holiday
Delaware gas prices have dropped about four cents a gallon over the past week as demand slows after the Thanksgiving travel period.
This came as AAA reported a slowdown in the steady drop in prices...
Habitat for Humanity, Blenheim Homes partner on new dwelling in Simonds Gardens
Habitat for Humanity of New Castle County completed a new home in Simonds Gardens in the Route 9 Corridor between New Castle and Wilmington.
The new home was a collaborative effort with the...
Amtrak reports corridor ridership rising above pre-pandemic levels
Amtrak reported a strong recovery from the Covid-19 pandemic on its Northeast Corridor route that has stops in Wilmington and Newark, DE.
In fiscal 2023, more than 28 million customers rode Amtrak...
Lung Association praises clean vehicle standards, but sees need for stricter mandate
The American Lung Association praised a decision by Delaware Department of Natural Resources Secretary Shawn Garvin to adopt clean vehicle rules that set a target of 82% zero emission vehicle sales by 2032, while...
Cape May-Lewes ferry operator to hold virtual public hearing on rate hike plans that...
The Delaware River and Bay Authority will hold a virtual public hearing to discuss proposed fare changes at the Cape May-Lewes Ferry.
The changes to be considered are fare hikes to reflect...
My take: For UD athletics, it was ‘go big or go home’
News about the University of Delaware joining Conference USA exploded online beginning on Monday when reports that a deal was near. The report was confirmed the next day (See story below).
There were mixed emotions...
Wilmington Council President Congo fires back at mayor’s criticism of conduct during residency...
(Editor's note: Wilmington Council President Ernest "Trippi" Congo issued the following after Mayor Mike Purzycki criticized the actions of some council members, alleging bullying and other behavior regarding a vote keeping a five-year residency...
From Export Delaware – Derco’s story
Derco USA is a Newark-based fabricator of custom conveyor belting for various industries, including bakery, agriculture, automotive, and more.
The story of how this business grew to national recognition in the industry starts with its...
DNREC announces regulations that stop short of California electric vehicle mandate
The Secretary of the Delaware Department of Natural Resources is issuing clean vehicle regulations that are less strict than the controversial 2035 California standards.
The regulations require automakers to deliver more zero-emission vehicles...
Ohio ‘forever chemicals’ settlement triggers an additional $25 million for Delaware
Chemours Company, along with DuPont and Corteva, Inc., settled an agreement with the State of Ohio for $110 million to resolve claims associated with manufacturing and selling per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS).
The agreement...
Addiction treatment resource center opens in Glasgow
In partnership with Impact Life, another behavioral health nonprofit organization, atTAcK addiction opened its first storefront resource center at Peoples Plaza in Glasgow.
The behavioral health resource center, staffed by new center manager Leah...
University of Delaware to join Conference USA
As expected, the University of Delaware will join Conference USA as a full-league member effective on July 1, 2025.
Reports of the change surfaced on Monday.
"UD ranks among the nation's leading public research institutions...
Ceremony marks completion of Claymont train station
A ceremony was held Monday to mark the completion of the Claymont Transportation Center. Government officials joined lead contractor Wagman at the event. Attendees included state and local officials and the state's Congressional...
My take: About Avelo’s service moves
For a time, during the Thanksgiving holiday, airline service from Wilmington Airport (ILG) appeared to again be on the ropes.
Published reports indicated that Avelo Airlines temporarily cut service to two warmer Florida destinations during January and...
Media note: News Journal puts office space up for lease
Office space at Gannett's News Journal/Delaware Online building on Basin Road is up for lease.
A listing on the LoopNet site, shows 90,000 square feet available. The listing does not include the production site, which...
Wilmington Mayor blasts actions of some council members while allowing employee residency requirement to...
Wilmington Mayor Mike Purzycki has allowed an ordinance requiring employees to live in the city for five years after being hired to go in effect while saying that some council members intimidated opponents.
After struggling...
Reports: UD in talks to join Conference USA, pay $5 million application fee
ESPN reported today that the University of Delaware is slated to join Conference USA and make a long-rumored move to the Division 1 (FBS) major college ranks in football.
The sports network reported that sources...
Personnel file: Nov. 27, 2023
Smith named LYCRA CEO
The LYCRA Company announced that Gary Smith was appointed chief executive officer, effective November 27. LYCRA is a maker of fabric used in sports, beachwear, and other applications.
Smith will replace...
December webinar to outline Delaware export marketing grant program
Export Delaware has announced The Compass Grant, a new program from the Delaware Department of State designed to help Delaware small businesses sell their products worldwide. A webinar on December 12 will...
Gas prices remain stable during holiday period
Delaware gas prices remained stable following a run-up before the Thanksgiving holiday.
AAA reported the price at the pump for regular dropped by a penny from a week ago, about a nickel below a...
