Delaware's SEPTA Service is at Risk
Attention New Castle County Chamber of Commerce Members! The Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA) has released a funding scenario in which SEPTA Regional Rail service to the four stations in New Castle County would be significantly reduced in August of 2025 along with a 21.5% fare increase on remaining services. In addition, the service would be fully terminated in January of 2026 if SEPTA does not receive the required funding from the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Legislature to
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Legislation of Concern & Interest as of May 12, 2025, by Category
Categories Appropriations Bills Environmental & Energy Labor & Employment Practices Health Insurance Legislation, and Health Care (generally) Corporate Law, Trust & Banking Tax & Fee Housing & Land Use Education, Early Childhood Education, & Workforce Development General- Miscellaneous Business Issues Appropriations Bills Fiscal Year 2025 (current fiscal year) Supplementals SB 50 – Amending the FY 2025 Capital Budget Fiscal Year 2026 HB 100 - FY26 Governor's Recommended Budget
Senator Blunt Rochester Statement on Federal Court Order Protecting Agencies, Including Minority Bus
Washington, DC – U.S. Senator Lisa Blunt Rochester (D-Del.), a member of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation, released the following statement after a legal effort, led by Delaware Attorney General Kathy Jennings, stopped the Trump administration from dismantling the Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA): “The Minority Business Development Agency was established by Congress to help small, minority-owned businesses grow and thrive after decades of being left behind.
DETV Sweeps Talk Show Category and Celebrates Multiple Wins at the 2025 Delaware Press Association Awards
WILMINGTON, DE, May 9, 2025 — DETV, Delaware’s premier broadcasting network, proudly announces its outstanding achievements at the 2025 Delaware Press Association Awards, earning multiple honors and sweeping the Talk Show category — a powerful testament to the network’s commitment to excellence in broadcasting and community engagement. This year, DETV dominated the Talk Show category and received recognition in the following areas: • First Place: Television: Talk Show – Her Perspective | Breaking
NBN Sports Academy Hosts Nike Basketball Tournament
Nothing But Net Sports Academy (NBNSA) will host the Northeast Regionals for Nike’s Junior Elite Youth Basketball League (jr.EYBL) on May 9 to 11. The event showcases fourteen teams, each, from the 7th and 8th grade boys basketball divisions. Winners will compete to play in Nike’s Junior EYBL Championship to be held in July at Augusta, GA. The tournament is the first of its kind to be held at NBNSA, located at 4101 Newport Gap Pike in Wilmington. Hundreds of supporters, guests, and spectators are projected
Stamped and Sealed: Why Direct Mail Still Delivers in a Digital World
In the era of algorithmic saturation, direct mail remains a tactile holdout—an analog strategy that refuses to fade into obscurity. Businesses, constantly buffeted by fleeting trends and tech revolutions, often overlook this steadfast medium. But that envelope in the mailbox still holds surprising power. Where inboxes drown in promotional clutter and digital fatigue sets in, a piece of physical mail breaks through with its weight, texture, and presence. Cutting Through the Clutter, Literally Email may
Member Spotlight: Real Life Prosthetics, LLC
Real Life Prosthetics has been more than a provider of prosthetic and orthotic care— we’ve been a partner in helping people reclaim their lives. Since opening our doors in May 2001, our mission has remained steady: to restore mobility, independence, and confidence through expert care, innovative thinking, and an unwavering commitment to the people we serve. With multiple locations across the Northern Chesapeake Bay and Delaware Bay regions—including our Newark clinic on Biddle Avenue and our newest
DEXSTA Hosts Another Successful Shred Event!
Wilmington, DE. (April, 26th, 2025) – DEXSTA Federal Credit Union hosted a highly successful Shred Event on April 26th, aimed at promoting community security and sustainability. The event, held at DEXSTA’s Prices Corner Branch, saw enthusiastic participation from our community eager to securely dispose of sensitive documents. With identity theft and fraud on the rise, DEXSTA took proactive steps to empower the community by providing a safe and convenient way to dispose of confidential paperwork. From old
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DSFG Adds Joseph Iudica as Senior Associate
NEWARK, Del. (April 8, 2025) — Diamond State Financial Group (DSFG) recently expanded its team with the addition of Joseph Iudica as Senior Associate and Financial Advisor. Through his nearly 25 years of experience in the financial services industry, Iudica has developed a wealth of knowledge and diverse skill set that has successfully served clients with a range of wealth management needs and goals. Well-known in his local and professional communities, Iudica, is respected by his industry peers and
Delaware Tech Cuts Ribbon on Newly Renovated Terry Building on Dover Campus
DELAWARE – Delaware Technical Community College held a ribbon-cutting ceremony today to celebrate the completion of its newly renovated Terry Building at the Charles L. Terry, Jr. Campus in Dover. Local and state officials joined the event to help commemorate the major renovation to the 66,350-square-foot building that created a new, “one-stop” Student Success Center and added a new learning commons, upgraded façade, and a renovated kitchen and café.“The Terry Building is the flagship building on our Dover
QPS making $16.6M investment, adding 135 jobs with expansion in Delaware Technology Park
30-year-old global clinical research leader’s Newark headquarters will add third building and increase workforce 40% by 2027 WILMINGTON, Del. (April 28, 2025) – A globally leading clinical research organization (CRO) has chosen to grow its Newark, Delaware, headquarters with a $16.6 million laboratory and office expansion in Delaware Technology Park, where the company already is the largest tenant. QPS Holdings, LLC – a 30-year-old CRO specializing in bioanalysis and preclinical and clinical
Easterseals President/CEO Sklenar Selected as Top Nonprofit CEO
New Castle, DE –The Delaware Business Times has selected Easterseals Delaware & Maryland’s Eastern Shore President/CEO, Kenan Sklenar, as the 2025 Large Nonprofit CEO of the Year. The awards program, now in its fifth year, honors the efforts of Delaware’s top-ranking business leaders in both for-profit and nonprofit sectors. “Ken’s deep dedication to the disability community, from the Easterseals program participants, to their families and caregivers, is evident in everything he does,” Penny
Governor Meyer and Division of Small Business Highlight $14M Available in Funding for Small Businesses
Wilmington, Del. (April 24, 2025) –On Thursday, Governor Matt Meyer joined Division of Small Business (DSB) Director CJ Bellto highlight the urgent need to get $14M in the hands of small business owners before the end of the calendar year and re-launch the program providing these funds, the Small State Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI). The program offers small business owners, access to funding through loans as well as direct investments in high-impact startups. In 2023, Delaware was awarded $60.9M
Pixels With Purpose: Why Visual Content is the Secret Weapon for Small Business Engagement
In the dizzying scroll of today’s digital landscape, words alone rarely stop the thumb. It’s visual content—images, videos, reels, carousels, even well-placed GIFs—that pulls people in, often before a single sentence is read. For small businesses navigating this crowded online space, visual storytelling isn’t just a nice-to-have—it’s the magnetic hook that decides whether a viewer lingers or keeps moving. Engagement across platforms now hinges not only on what’s being said, but how it’s being
Comcast Launches Five-Year Price Guarantee for Xfinity Internet Customers
Comcast Launches Five-Year Price Guarantee for Xfinity Internet Customers New Plans Starts at $55 a Month Guaranteed for Five Years; Includes Best-in-Class WiFi Equipment and Unlimited Data; No Annual Contract Required All New Xfinity Internet Customers Can Add a Line of Xfinity Mobile with WiFi PowerBoost, Delivering Gig Speed WiFi PHILADELPHIA – APRIL 15, 2025 – For the first time, Comcast is introducing the option to choose a five-year price guarantee when customers sign up for a new Xfinity
How to Turn Ordinary Client Presentations into Memorable Experiences
Crafting presentations that captivate and persuade is an art that can significantly influence your professional success. The ability to convey your message with clarity and impact is crucial, whether you’re addressing a single client or a large audience. By focusing on strategic elements such as design, storytelling, and audience engagement, you can elevate your presentations from ordinary to extraordinary. These techniques not only enhance the visual appeal of your slides but also ensure that your
Comcast's Xfinity Launches $70 Sports & News Video Package
Comcast today announced the launch of Sports & News TV, a new video package for Xfinity Internet customers that brings together live news, top sporting events from NFL, NBA, NHL, MLB and NCAA, hit movies and shows, and primetime TV all in one place. Sports & News TV is available for a simple, all-in monthly price of $70 when combined with Xfinity Internet, all backed by a broadband network built for streaming and live sports. The new package includes 50+ broadcast, cable news and sports channels, a
Ookla® Research Shows that Xfinity Mobile Speeds Have Skyrocketed 150 Percent
Ookla’s latest Speedtest Intelligence® research credits Xfinity Mobile’s PowerBoost for delivering customers 150 percent faster speeds since the innovative feature launched in 2024. PowerBoost delivers speeds of up to 1 Gigabit per second (Gbps) over WiFi at home or at millions of WiFi hotspots across the country. The feature is free to all Xfinity Mobile customers. "Xfinity Mobile combines its WiFi network resources, 5G capabilities, and PowerBoost technology to enhance the connectivity experience for
The CTA, BOI and FinCEN: What Does this Mean for New Castle County, DE Businesses?
The Corporate Transparency Act may require many U.S. companies to disclose beneficial ownership information to FinCEN, aiming to combat financial crimes. While a Texas federal district court’s preliminary injunction puts this requirement on hold, many experts expect that to be overturned. In that event, failure to file could lead to fines of $500 per day, up to a maximum of $10,000, and possible criminal penalties. Read more for details on how this may impact your business in the future. 1. Determine
Behind the Digital Curtain: How Women Entrepreneurs Build Success with Adobe Acrobat
This October, in honor of Women's Small Business Month, it's essential to acknowledge the cutting-edge tools that enable women entrepreneurs to optimize their workflows and fuel growth. Adobe Acrobat provides a robust set of features aimed at boosting efficiency, simplifying document management, enhancing team collaboration, and streamlining crucial business processes. For women entrepreneurs eager to save time and concentrate on expanding their businesses, these solutions can be transformative in the
Comcast Business 2024 Cybersecurity Threat Report: Artificial Intelligence Drives New Era of Cyber Threats and Defenses
Comcast Business recently released its 2024 Cybersecurity Threat Report, a valuable resource for IT and security professionals, based on the analysis of 29 billion cybersecurity events detected by Comcast Business across its security customers in 2023. The report highlights significant changes in the cybersecurity landscape, driven by sophisticated threat actors, an expanding attack surface and the transformative power of AI. "Armed with a newfound arsenal of AI-based capabilities and a landscape littered
HOW AN INSURER’S PAYMENT MODEL MAY AFFECT CARE COST & DELIVERY
HOW YOUR INSURER'S PROVIDER PAYMENT MODEL MAY AFFECT THE COST AND DELIVERY OF CARE You may not think about this… But how your provider is paid can have a direct effect on the cost and delivery of the care. We’ve examined the most common forms of provider payment models and detailed some of the pros & cons of each. What type of payment methodology does your insurer use? Does it align with your wellness goals? Learn the Pros/Cons of the Most Common Provider Payment Models
Remote Work Security: Key Strategies for IT Managers to Mitigate Insider Risks
In the evolving landscape of remote work, insider risks pose a significant challenge to IT managers striving to maintain secure and efficient operations. As employees work from various locations, the potential for data breaches, unauthorized access, and security lapses increases. To address these concerns, IT managers must implement comprehensive strategies that prioritize cybersecurity, foster a culture of awareness, and leverage advanced technologies. This article explores actionable measures to
FORMER WIDE RECEIVER AWARDED BENECARE SCHOLARSHIP
FORMER WIDE RECEIVER CATCHES BUG FOR DENTISTRY.This year’s BeneCare Scholarship Recipient made a 180-degree about face on the field of dentistry. Learn what Alessandro attributes to his career change from nursing to dentistry. MEET ALESSANDRO, FORMER VILLANOVA WILDCAT AND BENECARE SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENT
BENECARE IS AWARDED MASSACHUSETTS STATE CONTRACT
BENECARE SECURES MASSHEALTH DENTAL PROGRAM CONTRACTBeneCare is pleased to announce that it has been awarded the contract to administer the MassHealth Dental Program by the Massachusetts Executive Office of Health and Human Services. The MassHealth Dental Program provides access to comprehensive dental care to approximately 2.0 million residents in the Commonwealth. LEARN MORE
IT Solutions Consulting Recognized on CRN’s 2024 MSP 500 List
CRN®, a brand of The Channel Company, has named IT Solutions Consulting to its Managed Service Provider (MSP) 500 list in the Pioneer 250 category for 2024. The MSP 500 list compiled by CRN serves as a comprehensive guide to identifying and recognizing the top Managed Service Providers (MSPs) in North America. MSPs play a crucial role in supporting businesses by offering managed services that enhance efficiency, simplify IT solutions, and optimize return on investment. The annual MSP 500 list is
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IT Solutions Recognized as Most Promising Microsoft Solutions Provider: “IT Solutions — A One-Stop Shop for IT Services”
IT Solutions Consulting is honored to be named a 2023 Most Promising Microsoft Solutions Provider! In a recent interview, our CRO, Robert Adams, and VP of Sales, Jim Higgins, shared how we're transforming the managed services landscape. With nearly three decades of solutions excellence and a talented team of over 250 experts, we remain dedicated to providing IT support that evolves with you. Read the full interview below: IT Solutions Consulting is a full-service IT company that, over the last 30 years,
A Professional Guide to Cyber Liability Insurance
In today's interconnected world where businesses heavily rely on digital systems, the threat of cyber-attacks and data breaches is a constant concern. To safeguard your business from the financial and reputational damage caused by cyber incidents, it’s imperative to consider cyber liability insurance as a part of your comprehensive risk mitigation strategy.While we highly recommend considering cyber liability insurance as an essential component of your risk management strategy, it's important to recognize
Embracing Telehealth Technology: IT Strategies for Patient-Centered Care
Make no mistake: telehealth technology is on the rise. The number of telehealth services — from video visits and phone calls to remote patient monitoring and mobile health apps — has grown by as much as 15x since the onset of the COVID-19 Pandemic, with the market expected to reach $240 billion by 2032. The benefits of telehealth technology are abundant, including greater efficiency, broader access to primary care, and increased patient satisfaction. However, the challenges of implementing effective
Comcast is the First Internet Provider to Offer a Back-up Connectivity Device Designed to Keep Customers Connected During a Storm
This week, Comcast became the first Internet Provider to offer a product designed to maintain connectivity when a storm hits, trees are down, or a customer experiences a local outage, with the launch of Storm-Ready WiFi. With severe weather impacting many parts of the country, there has never been a greater need for a back-up connectivity solution. Comcast’s new Storm-Ready WiFi device is equipped with cellular back-up and a four-hour rechargeable battery, more than enough power to keep customers up and
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Financial Services – Combatting the Growing Frequency of Ransomware Demands
As Ransomware as a Service (RaaS) and AI-enhanced malware gain wider accessibility, the financial services industry remains a top target for ransomware attacks. Staying up to date on emerging threats is critical to protecting your firm and preventing cyberattacks —consider taking some time to learn more. Check out IT Solutions' update on Ransomware Attacks on Financial Organizations: https://bit.ly/46ss1H8.
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IT Solutions Celebrates Recognition in Global MSP 501 Ranking for 14th Year
IT Solutions Consulting, LLC Ranked on Channel Futures 2023 MSP 501—Tech Industry’s Most Prestigious List of Managed Service Providers Worldwide Annual MSP 501 Identifies Industry’s Best-in-Class Businesses Growing Via Recurring Revenue and Innovation JUNE 23, 2023: IT Solutions Consulting has been named as one of the world’s premier managed service providers in the prestigious 2023 Channel Futures MSP 501 rankings. For the past 17 years, managed service providers around the globe have submitted
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Delaware State Bar Association Elects Gawthrop Greenwood Attorney Carl W. Heckert Secretary of Family Law Section
Gawthrop Greenwood partner Carl W. Heckert has been elected secretary of the Delaware State Bar Association’s Family Law Section during the esteemed organization’s 100th anniversary year. Heckert, who has more than 25 years of experience practicing family law in Delaware, has been a member of the Delaware State Bar Association since 1992 and will serve for the 2023-2024 section year.Heckert is a member of the Family Law Department in Gawthrop Greenwood, PC’s Greater Wilmington office in Greenville,
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