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, , , , , , , , , The U.S. Department of Agriculture has announced an expansion of its Rural Energy for America Program, aimed at helping farmers, ranchers and rural small businesses in Sussex County invest in renewable energy systems and energy-efficiency improvements such as solar panels. The program, which provides grants and loan guarantees, is a key part of the USDA's efforts to promote sustainable energy practices […]

, , , , , , , In Milton, the annual Bargains on the Broadkill serves as a kind of coda for the summer season, given its place on the calendar just before Labor Day and kids going back to school. The annual event, held in Milton Memorial Park Aug. 24, featured local vendors and artisans, a kayak race and the rubber duck race on the Broadkill River.   

Small businesses, ranging from manufacturing, biotech and tourism, met with U.S. Small Business Administration Office of Advocacy to talk about some challenges that come with following regulations.

Richards, Layton & Finger has opened a new arbitration and mediation practice, meeting a need for quicker decisions to be reached in legal disputes.

People on the Move is a rundown of recent hirings, promotions, appointments and other notable movements by professionals in the state. If you’re interested in submitting an entry, please contact news@delawarebusinesstimes.com. Saul Ewing, a national law firm, named Jennifer Becnel-Guzzo partner. Becnel-Guzzo represents entities and institutions, including colleges and universities, in active litigation, including cases Want to Read More? Paid DBT subscribers get unlimited access to all Insider content and […]

The Delaware State Chamber of Commerce and Small Business Alliance announce this year’s Superstars in Business award winners: Delaware Nature Society, Courageous Hearts, RiversEdge Advisors, and Surf Bagel.

 The Delaware State Chamber of Commerce and its Small Business Alliance have announced this year’s Superstars in Business award winners: Delaware Nature Society, Courageous Hearts, RiversEdge Advisors and Surf Bagel. The honorees will be recognized at an awards ceremony set for Wednesday, Nov. 6, at Hotel Du Pont in Wilmington.  The Marvin S. Gilman Superstars in Business awards program is named for one of Delaware’s most distinguished small business leaders, […]

, , Back in March, in an effort to settle multiple lawsuits, the National Association of Realtors agreed to several procedural changes to the buying and selling of property that, in theory, should benefit consumers. Included among the changes were the removal of compensation offers from Multiple Listing Services, and requiring agents working with a buyer to enter into a written buyer agreement before touring a home. Those changes went […]