NEWPORT—Dill Dinkers, an indoor pickleball club franchise, marked the official opening of its Newport location Tuesday morning with a ribbon-cutting ceremony and community celebration. Located at 500 Water Street, Dill Dinkers Newport welcomed guests for a grand opening event that included remarks from local leaders and complimentary open play on the facility’s 10 ProCushion courts. The event was hosted in …
On Monday, Governor Matt Meyer announced the nomination of attorney and government regulations expert Joshua Sanderlin to serve as Delaware’s next Marijuana Commissioner. Sanderlin brings over 15 years of experience advising businesses and policymakers on regulatory compliance, with a particular focus on shaping state-level cannabis laws and markets. His nomination will now require confirmation by the Delaware State Senate. RELATED: …
DOVER- Governor Matt Meyer continued the First State tradition on Tuesday afternoon, purchasing the inaugural ticket for the 69th annual DFRC Blue-Gold All★Star Football Game, with DFRC All-Star Buddies, high school Participants, and their families in attendance. Since its inception, the ticket purchase by Delaware’s sitting Governor has served as a symbolic launch to the DFRC Blue-Gold season. Governor Meyer …
Democratic leaders in the Delaware State Senate released a statement Monday evening addressing Governor Matt Meyer’s recent nominations to the Diamond State Port Corporation, pushing for new leadership as the Port of Wilmington moves into a pivotal phase. Senate President Pro Tempore Dave Sokola, Senate Majority Leader Bryan Townsend, and Senate Majority Whip Elizabeth “Tizzy” Lockman issued a joint message …
The annual State of the State is back Thursday, in which first-year Governor Matt Meyer will address the Delaware public. The Democrat governor will deliver his speech during a joint session of the state’s legislature in Dover. A State of the State address is a speech given by a governor of a U.S. state, usually once a year, to outline the …
WILMINGTON- In a tribute to the late Lieutenant Gregg Shelton, Governor Matt Meyer has ordered flags at all state-owned buildings and facilities to be flown at half-staff until sunset on Tuesday, March 25, 2025. Lt. Shelton, a dedicated officer with the Elsmere Police Department, served the community for two decades. Governor Meyer expressed his deep condolences in a statement Monday. …
THIS STORY HAS BEEN UPDATED WILMINGTON- Despite the criticism from legal experts, Governor Matt Meyer’s Senate Bill 21 advanced to the House on Wednesday. The legislation seeks to address ambiguities in corporate decision-making by providing a safe harbor for independent directors and refining shareholder governance structures. These updates are designed to strike a fair balance between management authority and shareholder …
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WILMINGTON—Governor Matt Meyer announced a comprehensive strategy aimed at addressing surging energy costs in Delaware. In recent months, Delmarva Power customers have faced severe bill increases, this strategy comes in to try to protect and provide immediate relief. Meyer’s plan includes both immediate actions and long-term legislative solutions designed for fair and affordable energy pricing across the state. RELATED STORY: …
WILMINGTON— Governor Matt Meyer announced his two nominees for the Diamond State Hospital Cost Review Board. Dr. Thomas Sweeney and Gary Ferguson have been nominated and must be confirmed by the Delaware State Senate. Dr. Thomas Sweeney, an emergency medicine physician and leader, has over 30 years of experience in clinical practice, medical education, and EMS leadership, dedicated to …
