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Pandemic-Era Federal Housing Assistance For Delawareans Nearing Conclusion

September 20, 2023September 20, 2023

The Delaware State Housing Authority (DSHA) has been providing federal programs aimed at alleviating housing-related challenges in Delaware. As these programs near the end of their allocated funding, it’s important …

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Delaware Law Makers Cancel Togo Boxes, Bar Restaurants From Offering Straws

August 23, 2023August 23, 2023

Once signed, Senate Bill 51 passed by the 152nd General Assembly of Delaware, will restrict the use of styrofoam togo boxes and bar restaurants from offering straws. This bill, which …

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Kent County / Politics / Government

Pettyjohn Named Council Of State Government’s Agriculture And Rural Affairs Committee Co-Chair

August 22, 2022August 22, 2022

At the Council of State Governments – East’s (CSG) annual conference last week, Senator Brian Pettyjohn (R-Georgetown) was elected co-chair of the organization’s Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee. “I am …

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Lawsuits Challenge Constitutionality Of Carney’s New Early Voting, Same-Day Registration Laws

July 26, 2022

Two bills signed into law by Governor John Carney on Friday will be challenged in the Court of Chancery. On Friday the Brady Legal Group, LLC  filed a lawsuit on …

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Today: State Senate Targets Kathleen McGuiness For Removal As Appeals Ongoing

July 25, 2022

Senator David Sokola has announced that the 2nd Special Session of the 151st General Assembly will reconvene on Monday, July 25, 2022 at 3 PM to discuss a hearing regarding …

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Life / Government

Carney Nominates Widener Grad To Serve As Superior Court Judge

April 10, 2022

Governor John Carney on Friday announced that he will nominate Patricia A. Winston to serve as a judge on the Superior Court in New Castle County. “Patricia has the experience …

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Sussex County Announces Plan To Utilize American Rescue Plan Act Funds

April 8, 2022

Sussex Countians will have access to more affordable housing, a cleaner environment, and improved public safety, thanks to an infusion of federal dollars aimed at helping the community move past …

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Government / Life

Delaware State Auditor’s Office Passes National Peer Review

March 10, 2022

State Auditor Kathy McGuiness announced earlier this week that the Delaware State Auditor’s Office officially passed its national peer review on Friday. “I am thrilled to report that our office …

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Government

Language Limiting Speech At Public Meetings Removed From Proposed Bill

March 7, 2022

A bill proposed in January by Newark State Representative Paul Baumbach could have placed limits on speech during public comment time during open meetings. House Bill 293, originally read as …

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Audits Show State School Districts, DOE Could Improve Background Check Process

February 3, 2022

State Auditor Kathy McGuiness stated today that Delaware’s 19 school districts and the Department of Education (DOE) could improve their criminal background check processes for people with the opportunity to …

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