DRBA Seeks Candidates for 2026 Summer Internship Program
Opportunities Available in Multiple Career Fields NEW CASTLE, Del. - Today, Delaware River and Bay Authority (DRBA) officials announced the return of its summer internship program, which provides university and college students with an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a professional work environment during the summer of 2026. Encompassing a 10-week summer commitment, the internship is comprised of on-the-job experience, project and leadership development, involvement with senior leaders, and
DANA Promotes Dedicated Staff Member to New Executive Role
WILMINGTON – DANA, the Delaware Alliance for Nonprofit Advancement, is proud to announce the promotion of one of its longest-tenured staff members. This month, DANA promoted Melissa Hopkins to Executive Vice President & Chief External Affairs Officer. Previously, Hopkins served as Executive Vice President of Sector Advancement. In her new role, Hopkins will continue to lead DANA’s government affairs and philanthropy initiatives, cultivate strategic partnerships, guide research efforts, and oversee the
Black Women in Aviation Receives National Grant to Expand Aviation Career Pathways for Delaware Youth
WILMINGTON, Del. — Black Women in Aviation (BWIA), a Delaware-based nonprofit dedicated to opening doors for underrepresented youth in aviation, announced today that it has received a multi-year national grant from American Student Assistance® (ASA), a national nonprofit changing the way kids learn about careers and prepare for their futures. The award—part of ASA’s $8 million national investment in youth-serving nonprofits—will enable BWIA to expand programs that introduce Delaware students to immersive
GGA CONSTRUCTION AWARDED 2 ABC DELAWARE EXCELLENCE IN CONSTRUCTION AWARDS
MIDDLETOWN, Del. — GGA Construction has been honored with two Excellence in Construction Awards at the Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) Delaware Excellence in Construction Awards (EIC). These awards represent the highest level of recognition for quality, innovation, and craftsmanship in the construction industry. The EIC Award celebrates projects that exemplify superior performance and demonstrate exceptional standards of safety, design, and execution. This year, GGA Construction received top
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Legislative Update, Week of November 4, 2025
Update, Week of November 4, 2025Items Discussed in this Update:November 6th Special Session of State Senate to Consider Extension of Property Tax Payment Deadline.Del. Chancery Court Ruling Upholds House Bill 242 (Split Property Tax Rates, NCC)Uncertainty Regarding SNAP Benefits Following Federal District Court Order and Trump Administration Statements.Governor Meyer Calls Extraordinary Session for November 13th to Address Structural Budget Issues Arising from Federal Reconciliation Bill Enacted in
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Legislative Update, Week of October 27, 2025
Federal Government Shutdown Nears the 30-Day Mark Background The current federal government shutdown, which began on October 1, continues without a clear end in sight. A key point of contention are the extension of tax credits and premium subsidies in the Affordable Care Act (ACA) marketplace which have made health coverage within economic reach of millions of Americans. As the September 30th end of the federal fiscal year and deadline for a budget or continuing resolution approached, Republicans
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Legislative Update, Week of October 20, 2025
Issues Discussed in this Update: 1. The Federal Government Shutdown2. DEFAC Projections, October 2025 3. New Castle County Council Ordinance 25-025 1. Federal Government Shutdown The federal government shutdown, which began on October 1, is entering its fourth week with no sign of being resolved in the immediate future. The longest shutdown on record was 34 days in 2018. A key difference in 2018 was that Congress had passed enough appropriations measures to keep certain parts of the federal
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Legislative Update, Week of October 6, 2025
Issues Discussed in this Update: 1. The Federal Government Shutdown 2. Property Reassessment 3. SEPTA Service Restored 4. DRAFT 2025 Climate Action Plan Save the Date: NCC Chamber Policy Makers Breakfast, featuring U.S. Senator Chris Coons (D-Del.), Date & Time: Monday, October 27, 8:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. Location: Eastside Charter School, 3000 N Claymont St, Wilmington, DE 19802 [Registration]1. Federal Government Shutdown As of Monday, October 6, we are in the sixth day of the current
MEET BENECARE'S 2024-25 SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENT
MEET BENECARE'S 2024-25 SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTThis year's scholarship recipient comes from a family of four pharmacists. Antoinette was the "odd one out" when she chose dental school. Learn how Antoinette's experimentation led to pursuing a career in dentistry.GET TO KNOW ANTOINETTE, THIS YEAR'S SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENT
