Delaware Blue Coats Youth Basketball League
Elevate your game this summer at the Chase Fieldhouse – home of the Delaware Blue Coats! Join our fun and competitive 6-week basketball leagues, perfect for all experience levels focused on growth and development. Play on professional-grade courts and receive a team jersey. Enjoy a 5-week regular season with guaranteed playoffs in week six! Plus, every registration includes a ticket to a Blue Coats game next season. Don't miss out on this chance to improve your skills and make memories in our first
New Executive Director at The Mary Campbell Center
Wilmington, DE: The Mary Campbell Center is pleased to announce Tarah Pappas, MBA, NHA, has been hired as its new Executive Director, effective April 15, 2025. Ms. Pappas has been a part of The Mary Campbell Center family since 2017, when she was hired as its Business Office Manager. Since then, she has earned her MBA in Non-Profit Leadership from Wilmington University, followed by a graduate certificate in Health Care Administration. In 2023 she completed the studies, fieldwork, and certification
Build Your Path to Public Service – Apply NOW for this No-Cost Campaign Launchpad
Dover, DE — May 1, 2025 — LEAD PAC is excited to announce that applications are now open for the fall 2025 session of Campaign Compass: Navigating Your Path to Public Office. This no-cost, statewide program is designed for business-friendly individuals considering a run for public office. Campaign Compass equips aspiring leaders with the tools, strategies, and confidence to launch successful campaigns and make a difference in their communities. More than a campaign workshop, Campaign Compass is a
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DART Announces Winners of the Annual Statewide Transit Poster Contest
DART announced the winners of their Annual Statewide Transit Poster Contest. Six winners were selected and received prizes from DART and its Business Partners. More than 75 students from schools and/or after-school programs across the state enthusiastically participated in the contest, each presenting their unique interpretation of this year’s theme, "Ride Together, Community Starts with DART”. DART passionately encouraged students to embrace the chance to capture the essence of their daily journeys.
New Animal Welfare License Plate Helps Protect Animals in Need
DOVER, Del. (May 21, 2025) – The Office of Animal Welfare (OAW) is introducing its new Animal Welfare License Plate, designed to support initiatives that enhance the well-being of companion animals across the state. This license plate, available now through the Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV), serves as a visible commitment to animal welfare while contributing to programs that protect animals in need. “We are excited to share that the Animal Welfare License Plate is now road-ready for Delaware
Delaware Grown Farmers Markets Break Records
DOVER, DE (May 20, 2025) – The Delaware Department of Agriculture is encouraging everyone to take part in Delaware Grown Week to make 2025 another record-breaking year for Delaware Farmer’s Markets. With sales of $4.5 million, 2024 was the best year yet but we know how much our markets are worth – at least $5 million! Make your visit to Delaware’s famer’s markets even more memorable by being a part of this historic year as our Farmer’s Markets look to top $5 million in annual sales for 2025. “Delaware
Governor Meyer Recognizes National EMS Week and Celebrates EMS 'State Office of the Year' Achievement
DOVER, Del. (May 19, 2025) – Governor Matt Meyer presented a proclamation for National EMS Week this week (May 19-24, 2025) today, recognizing the vital contributions of Emergency Medical Services (EMS) professionals. The event, held at Kent County EMS in Dover, highlighted the dedication and service of EMS providers across the state. During the ceremony, Governor Meyer met with officials from the Office of EMS (OEMS) under the Delaware Division of Public Health (DPH) and Kent County EMS to express
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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
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
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
New Castle County Chamber of Commerce 