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Spectators watch the proceedings of Delaware's House of Representatives during the final day of the legislative session at Legislativer Hall in Dover on Friday.
Delaware candidates jumping into 2024 campaigns
Candidates for statewide and local offices are beginning to launch their campaigns ahead of next year’s election. more
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Delaware GA settled some long-term debates during 2023 session
DOVER — The June 30 end to the legislative session capped a year during which lawmakers approved some long-debated proposals, many of which await Gov. John Carney’s signature. During … more
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This vehicle is charging at the Tanger Outlets in Lewes.
Delaware General Assembly put focus on climate bills during 2023 legislative session
DOVER — The General Assembly prioritized passage of several initiatives this year that aim to cut greenhouse gas emissions and expedite the state’s electric vehicle infrastructure. … more
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Monroe Hudson
Leadership changing at Delaware Department of Correction
Gov. John Carney on Thursday announced that Commissioner Monroe Hudson will step down later this month from his role as the head of the Delaware Department of Correction, after more than 35 years of service in law enforcement. more
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Michael S. Katz
Independent Party of Delaware nominates former state senator for U.S. Senate bid
The Independent Party of Delaware nominated Dr. Michael S. Katz as its 2024 candidate for the U.S. Senate on Saturday. more
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Senate Majority Whip Elizabeth "Tizzy" Lockman, D-Wilmington.
Delaware legislature awaits consideration of several measures until January
DOVER — As state lawmakers begin their six-month hiatus, several measures remain on the table ahead of the 152nd General Assembly’s second leg, which begins in January. Legislators … more
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Maryland state retirees will see cost-of-living adjustment this month
Eligible payees (retirees and beneficiaries) of the Maryland State Retirement and Pension System will notice an increase in their monthly allowance starting this month as the 2023 cost-of-living … more
Millsboro town clerk Joanne Dorey administers the oath to council members, from left, Matthew Davis, Marty Presley and Ron O'Neal at Monday's Town Council meeting.
Armed with new gavel, Kells to serve as Millsboro mayor
Incoming Millsboro Mayor Jim Kells will begin his tenure with a heartfelt tool left by his predecessor, Faye Lingo. A new gavel and base to employ during Town Council sessions were gifted to the councilman by Ms. Lingo, who served Millsboro for decades in several capacities. more
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Dover passes $60 million budget, forgoes property tax hike
The City Council approved a nearly $60 million budget last week. It dropped a proposed property tax increase of 4% after state legislators approved a law that would boost city revenue. more
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Sysco Eastern Maryland located in Somerset County, north of Pocomoke City.
Sysco Eastern Maryland gets USDA school foods contract
ANNAPOLIS — Sysco Eastern Maryland was the only commercial food distribution and warehousing operation in this part of the state to submit a proposal to receive, store and deliver U.S. … more
Somerset County Sanitary District customers will see rate increase in new fiscal year
PRINCESS ANNE — Somerset County Sanitary District customers will see an 8% increase in most every water and sewer rate starting July 1 as the Sanitary Commission adopted higher fees to balance … more
Delaware Department of Technology and Information
Delaware Senate confirms chief information officer
The state Senate confirmed Department of Technology and Information chief technology officer Greg Lane as the agency’s chief information officer Wednesday. more
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New Castle County awarded $23M grant for Newport trail
New Castle County has been awarded a $23 million Rebuilding American Infrastructure With Sustainability and Equity grant to expand the Jack A. Markell Trail into Newport, County Executive Matt Meyer announced Wednesday. more
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A view of the action on the Senate floor at Legislative Hall in Dover on Friday.
Delaware General Assembly wraps up early on final day
DOVER — The first leg of the 152nd General Assembly has come to a close. June 30 ended much earlier than in recent years, with both chambers finalizing their business well before midnight. … more
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House Majority Leader Valerie Longhurst, D-Bear, talks with House Minority Leader Mike Ramone, R-Newark, ahead of the final day of this year's legislative session.
Lawmakers compromise as Delaware House passes funding measures
DOVER — Less than 24 hours after negotiations faltered in the House of Representatives, lawmakers came to a compromise that resulted in the General Assembly’s passage of vital spending … more
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Speaker of the House Valerie Longhurst, D-Bear, takes the helm of former Speaker Pete Schwartzkopf, D-Rehoboth Beach, as the House welcomes the first all-female leadership team in state history.
Delaware House makes history, elects first all-female Democratic leadership team
DOVER — Democrats in the House of Representatives have elected the state’s first ever all female leadership team, led by new Speaker of the House Valerie Longhurst. Former Speaker … more
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Kevin Sipple
Levy Court names Kent County’s new public safety director
Kent County Levy Court commissioners announced Friday that Kevin Sipple will become the county’s new public safety director. more
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Rep. Danny Short, R-Seaford, introduces legislation that would allow nonresident owners of artificial entities to vote in Seaford's municipal elections. Following the bill's defeat, Republicans abstained from voting on the fiscal year 2024 bond bill and walked out of the chamber in protest following its defeat.
Seaford charter change, bond bill fail after Delaware House negotiations unravel
DOVER — A proposal to provide nonresident owners of public entities a vote in Seaford’s municipal elections failed in the House of Representatives after extensive negotiations Thursday … more
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Sen. Jack Walsh, D-Stanton, who chairs the Joint Committee on Capital Improvement, details the fiscal year 2024 bond bill during the Senate’s consideration Wednesday afternoon.
Delaware Senate OKs $1.4 billion bond bill
DOVER — Senate lawmakers unanimously approved a $1.4 billion bond bill Wednesday to supplement various infrastructural and maintenance projects throughout the First State. The fiscal year … more
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The Chesapeake Forest Lands now comprise more than 76,000 acres on the Lower Eastern Shore. Another 672 acres will be conserved with the state's purchase of the former Bay Club Golf Course near Berlin.
Former Bay Club Golf Course sold for conservation to DNR
The Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR), in partnership with Lower Shore Land Trust, today announced the  purchase of the former Bay Club near Berlin, Worcester County, from Carl M. … more
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