Sussex County purchased the 165-acre property near Dagsboro for $2.65 million, with plans for future management by the Sussex County Land Trust.

Lisa Schmidt, the second woman to lead Delaware's largest law firm, Richards, Layton & Finger, became president in 2022 and has built a prominent practice representing major companies while promoting diversity and inclusion.

The Port of Wilmington will likely be impacted by the nationwide strike of longshoremen, as it handles most of the country's perishable food shipments.

LEWES — The world is Delaware’s oyster, according to professionals in a new up and coming industry – the aquaculture industry. But the field of rearing and harvesting oysters can be an expensive one to navigate these days. While the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration defines aquaculture as the breeding, rearing of harvesting fish, shellfish, Want to Read More? Paid DBT subscribers get unlimited access to all Insider content and […]

JPMorgan & Chase Co. has announced a new partnership that plans to offer training for employers to reduce bias as well as training opportunities for hidden workers.

A former custodian in the Indian River School District will be sentenced Friday, Dec. 13, in Delaware Superior Court in Georgetown after pleading guilty to charges related to soliciting sexually explicit images of underage boys. Wayne Long, 67, of Berlin, Md., took a guilty plea Sept. 17 on three counts of sexual solicitation of a child. He faces a mandatory minimum sentence of two years on each count up with […]

A year after DRBA welcomed Avelo Airlines to the First State, the agency has broken ground project that will triple the capacity of Wilmington International Airport (ILG).

Tom McGonigle, partner at Barnes & Thornburg's Wilmington office, represents government and private clients in complex litigation and helped draft a key agreement for the Port of Wilmington this year.

Delaware has officially received the green light to start seeking ways on how to capture wind energy now that Gov. John Carney has signed Senate Bill 265 into law. 

First State Hydrogen has secured millions from the federal H2Hubs grant, and its founders Andrew Cottone and Dora Cheatham have their eyes set on the next stage for the energy company.

Board of Commissioners Workshop & Special Meeting - October 7 lcoan Mon, 09/30/2024 - 14:10 The Board of Commissioners will hold a workshop meeting at 9 am Monday, October 7, on the second floor of City Hall. Immediately following this meeting, commissioners will hold a special meeting, during which they are expected to meet in executive session. 

Artesian Wastewater is set to begin upgrades of the Chandler Street wastewater pump system as part of a broader project to decommission Milton’s wastewater treatment plant and send the town’s wastewater to Artesian’s planned facility on Route 30.  Artesian will install new pumps, updated controls, a meter vault and platform, as well as enhanced electrical services as part of the project. Work will last until March and, Artesian officials say, […]

, , , Milton Arts Guild will offer a varied selection of classes in October, appealing to a broad range of media preferences and skill levels. All in-person classes meet at Studios on Walnut, 310 Walnut St., Milton.  Fall Into Card Making is set for 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 5. Instructor Beth Hammond will work with students as they create two Halloween cards, two Thanksgiving/seasonal cards and […]

Coastal Concerts will present the Galvin Cello Quartet in concert at 7 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 5, in the fellowship hall of Bethel United Methodist Church, Fourth and Market streets in Lewes. The quartet will also perform a public recital at 2 p.m., Friday, Oct. 4, at Elkins-Archibald Atrium, CAMP Rehoboth, 37 Baltimore Ave., Rehoboth Beach. Composed of musicians from China, Brazil, South Korea and the United States, the Galvin Cello […]

, , , , , , , , A few dozen friends and supporters of Save Our Lakes Alliance3 turned up for the organization’s 20th anniversary party Sept. 21. President and founder Sallie Forman said nobody was caring for Rehoboth Beach’s freshwater lakes when the organization started. SOLA3 has done a lot over the last two decades, and it’s grateful to have been embraced by the community, she said.  Founded in […]

, , , , , , , , , , , Pete and Carol Schwartzkopf were honored with the 2024 Sussex Distinguished Citizen Award by the Sussex District of the Del-Mar-Va Council Scouting America at a Sept. 18 dinner.  The event, which took place at The Starboard in Dewey Beach, recognized the former Delaware speaker of the house and his wife for their service to the Delaware State Police, General […]

Beacon Building Products recently committed to donating roofing supplies for Roofs from the Heart projects. Founded by G. Fedale Roofing and Siding, the nonprofit provides quality new roofs for Delawareans in need to help them maintain safe and secure shelter for their families. In partnership with Beacon and G. Fedale Roofing and Siding, Roofs from the Heart is installing a new roof for Jamie Nichols, a resident in Sussex County. After […]

Dogfish Head Brewings & Eats will host a Beer & Benevolence Night to support the Overfalls Foundation from 4 to 9 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 2, at 320 Rehoboth Ave., Rehoboth Beach. Ten percent of the evening’s proceeds will be donated to assist the foundation in its mission. The Overfalls Foundation is a nonprofit organization that preserves, teaches about and honors the lightships of the United States and their sailors, and the maritime history […]

In an effort to continue the country’s offshore wind program, the federal government has issued a call for information for about 13 million acres of ocean water that stretch from southern New Jersey south to the southern tip of North Carolina. The Bureau of Ocean Energy Management issued the call in late August. It’s the second offshore wind sale for the Central Atlantic. As part of the information-gathering process, BOEM […]

, , , , , , , , , Dressed in red wigs and various styles of caftans, nearly 1,000 men and women participated Sept. 21 in the second annual Mrs. Roper Romp in downtown Rehoboth Beach. Hosted by Rehoboth Beach Main Street, two dozen restaurants and bars participated in the event. Unlike last year’s inaugural romp, which had participants battling wind and rain, this year’s event featured beautiful sunny […]