StretchPlex will offer individual programs that include compression therapy, massage, stretching and weight training to combat loss of strength and flexibiity. One Hockessin business has developed a new, unique wellness service aimed at helping people feel more flexible, have less pain and move easier. Dubbed “StretchPlex,” Performance Physical Therapy developed the program to promote âwellness that you can feel,â said …
State and federal officials gathered near the I-95 rehabilitation project in Wilmington Tuesday to discuss the impact the $1.2 trillion infrastructure bill will have on the first state. Delaware will receive $1.6 billion in funds from the federal infrastructure package. DelDOT Secretary Nicole Majeski said it will be used to ensure that âour roads and bridges are safe and well …
Alexis is one of Delaware SPCA’s longest-resident dogs. Now, the group is desperately trying to find her a forever home in time for the holidays. During pandemic-era shutdowns, many Delawareans sought to assuage their cabin fever-induced loneliness with a furry friend. Pet adoptions reached an all-time high across many of the stateâs animal welfare agencies, yet a dark cloud loomed …
Pastor Alan Hines of Townsend Church and Pastor David Landow of Emmanuel Presbyterian Church in Wilmington will announce a lawsuit against Gov. John Carney on Dec. 1 aimed at barring future emergency orders on churches. Photo by Shelagh Murphy on Pexels. Two pastors on Dec. 1 will announce a lawsuit against Gov. John Carney relating to his pandemic-era restrictions on …
Prosecution and defense attorneys will no longer be able to comment publicly on the McGuiness case. Those involved in State Auditor Kathy McGuinessâs criminal proceedings will no longer be able to comment publicly on the case after Superior Court Judge William Carpenter issued a gag order on Nov. 4. The order prevents both defense and prosecution from making extrajudicial statements …
Sen. Sarah McBride, center, leads a panel discussing the benefits of a proposed medical leave act. A bill to give Delaware workers up to 12 weeks of paid family and medical leave has earned the support of some lawmakers, business owners, medical professionals and nonprofit advocates. But some business leaders fear a state-run paid leave program would be overly burdensome …
The program includes $3 million in grants for small businesses and $2 million for hotels and event venues. Kent County Levy Court has approved a $5 million grant program for small businesses and hospitality companies affected by the pandemic. The measure, which passed unanimously during a Nov. 9 meeting, is Kent Countyâs first use of the $35.5 million it received …
Photo courtesy of DNREC. Low-digit surf fishing tags will be available for sale to the highest bidders beginning Monday, Nov. 22, at 9 a.m. Between Nov. 22 and Dec. 9, bidders will have the option to bid on 15 tags including tags 26, 54, 132, 211, 301, 454 and on nine âchoiceâ categories, ranging from tags 51 to 9999. The highest …
David Thomas steps out of East Elementary to be surprised with the Educational Support Professional of the Year award. What started as an ordinary Thursday morning for computer lab and technology paraprofessional David Thomas took a surprising turn when Secretary of Education Susan Bunting surprised him with the Delaware 2022 Educational Support Professional of the Year award at Lake Forest’s …
Photo courtesy of Delaware Department of Agriculture. Delaware will spend $2 million in federal COVID-19 relief funds to establish a seed fund aimed at stabilizing and strengthening small and mid-sized farmers and local food supply chain operations. The First State Integrated Food System Program, announced Thursday by Gov. John Carney, will be paid for using funds the state received from …
