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Delaware’s Aging Boom Puts Caregivers at the Center of Difficult Decisions

Staff WriterBusiness, Headlines, Health

As Delaware’s aging boom continues, the options for senior living will multiply, but with choice comes complexity! WILMINGTON, Del. — Delaware is graying at a historic pace, and with that change comes an emotional and complicated challenge for thousands of adult children: deciding how best to care for an aging parent. “Caregivers are not just making one decision,” said Lynn …

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Ferris School Chaplain Calls for Suit Donations to Help Reduce Youth Recidivism

Staff WriterHeadlines, Business, Delaware Nonprofits

WILMINGTON — For young men at Ferris School, a suit isn’t just clothing — it’s a chance to reimagine who they are and who they can become. That was the message from Mark P. Gardner, chaplain and volunteer services coordinator at Delaware’s secure juvenile detention facility, during this week’s “A Better Discussion”   hosted by Jane Brady of A Better Delaware. Gardner said …

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Western Delco BPA Kicks Off Year With Farm Party — Opens Doors to New Members

Staff WriterBusiness, Chadds Ford Events, Headlines

CHADDS FORD — The Business & Professional Association of Western Delco (BPA), a group with deep roots in Delaware County’s & Chadds Ford’s business community, is kicking off its first official gathering with a relaxed networking event at Maple Spring Farm. The “Home on the Range” farm party on September 10th at 6:00 , hosted by member Sofia Clinger, will …

Youth can explore hands-on activities at Take FLIGHT with AVi event. (Girls in Aviation Day 2022) (Photo courtesy aviationinfluence.org)

Aviation Influence expands youth outreach with Take FLIGHT at Wilmington Airport

Claudia EstradaBusiness, Headlines

WILMINGTON— Aviation Influence (AVi) will host Take FLIGHT with AVi Soars into Delaware on Saturday, September 27, at Wilmington Airport (ILG).  The event, presented in celebration of National Aviation Day, is supported by Atlantic Aviation, the Delaware River and Bay Authority, Black Women in Aviation, and the Delaware Wing of the Civil Air Patrol. The free, family-friendly program is expected …

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Governor Jack Markell, Carla Markell to host 2025 Reinventing Delaware Dinner

Claudia EstradaBusiness, Charity, Headlines

  WILMINGTON– The Pete du Pont Freedom Foundation (PDFF) announced that Governor Jack Markell and his wife Carla Markell will serve as honorary hosts for the 2025 Reinventing Delaware Dinner.  The annual dinner brings together 100 of Delaware’s leading innovators, entrepreneurs, and community leaders to share new ideas aimed at creating jobs and improving quality of life for residents.  The …

Governor Matt Meyer and Delaware Division of Small Business Director CJ Bell present a $1 million investment check to CorriXR Therapeutics. (Photo courtesy CorriXR Therapeutics)

CorriXR Therapeutics secures $1M state investment to advance cancer treatment

Claudia EstradaBusiness, Headlines, Health

NEWARK — CorriXR Therapeutics, Inc., an oncology-focused biotherapeutics company, has received a $1 million investment from the State of Delaware to support its lead program targeting next-generation treatments for solid tumors, including head and neck and lung cancers. “We’re excited to have the State of Delaware participate in our Series A financing round as we advance toward our first-in-human clinical trial,” …

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Rick Horsey to receive 2025 Kent County Distinguished Citizen Award

Claudia EstradaCulture, Business, Headlines

SMYRNA — The Del-Mar-Va Council, Scouting America, announced that Rick Horsey has been named the recipient of the 2025 Kent County Distinguished Citizen Award and will be honored on October 21 at the Duck Creek Regional Library. The award recognizes a Kent County leader with broad influence in the business and professional community who also serves as a role model for young …

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Avelo Airlines adds Punta Cana and West Palm Beach routes from ILM

Claudia EstradaBusiness, Headlines, Travel

Avelo Airlines will expand its service at Wilmington International Airport (ILM) with two new nonstop routes: Punta Cana, Dominican Republic, and West Palm Beach, Florida.  The airline is the only carrier offering nonstop service from ILM to both destinations.  Service to West Palm Beach will begin November 20, 2025, operating twice weekly on Thursdays and Sundays. Flights to Punta Cana …

Bayard Hogans, who led Enstructure’s Mid-Atlantic operations and played a key role in the Port of Wilmington expansion, is no longer with the company as of July 2025.   (Photo courtesy: portwilmington.com)

Enstructure president departs as Port of Wilmington project continues

Claudia EstradaBusiness, Delaware State Government, Headlines, Port of Wilmington

WILMINGTON — Bayard Hogans, formerly the president overseeing Enstructure’s Mid-Atlantic operations including Delaware, has departed the company, according to a recent announcement from the Port of Wilmington operations.  Hogans’ departure comes nearly two years after he was appointed to the role in October 2023, following the state’s termination of its contract with previous port operator Gulftainer. Enstructure stepped in with …

The upcoming Small Business Vendor Expo will bring dozens of entrepreneurs to Rodney Square on August 16. (Photo courtesy City of Wilmington)

Wilmington to host small business vendor expo at Rodney Square

Claudia EstradaCulture, Art, Business, Events, Headlines

WILMINGTON — The City of Wilmington will host its Small Business Vendor Expo on Saturday, August 16, 2025, from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Rodney Square.  The free, family-friendly event will spotlight the city’s vibrant small business community, featuring a variety of local vendors offering handmade goods, crafts, jewelry, apparel, wellness products, and more. Attendees will have the opportunity …

E. Thomas “Thom” Harvey, III will be honored as the 2025 Delaware Citizen of the Year by the Del-Mar-Va Council, Scouting America. (Photo courtesy delmarva Council)

Thom Harvey named 2025 Delaware Citizen of the Year by Scouting America

Claudia EstradaBusiness, Charity, Environment, Headlines

WILMINGTON— The Del-Mar-Va Council, Scouting America, has named E. Thomas “Thom” Harvey, III as the recipient of the 2025 Delaware Citizen of the Year Award and will be recognized at a ceremony on October 15 at the Oberod Estate. Harvey is Chairman of TKo Hospitality and President of Harvey, Hanna and Associates (HHA). He also owns and operates multiple management …

New Castle County Executive Marcus Henry addresses local business leaders during the Chamber of Commerce’s “State of the County” event on July 15, 2025, at the University of Delaware STAR Campus. (Photos courtesy of Creative Image)

Henry’s state of the county speech focused on business retention

Claudia EstradaBusiness, Headlines

NEWARK — County Executive Marcus Henry used his time at the New Castle County Chamber of Commerce’s “State of the County” event on Tuesday to highlight his administration’s priorities: supporting existing businesses, revitalizing overlooked areas, and expanding workforce development. “Business attraction will always matter,” Henry said, “but in 2025, business retention is just as critical.” Speaking to an audience of …