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The Delaware Department of Transportation will begin a two-year bridge rehabilitation project on Limestone Road starting February 23.

The Delaware Division of Motor Vehicles will alter its public hours starting February 2, 2026, closing earlier each day for better service efficiency.

A recent collision involving a DelDOT truck underscores the need for increased driver awareness in work zones.

The Delaware Department of Agriculture appoints Jimmy Kroon as Deputy Secretary.

NFIB Delaware State Director Mike O’Halloran has urged state legislators to focus on policies that support small businesses as the 2026 legislative session begins.

The NFIB Small Business Optimism Index increased by 0.8 points in November, reaching 99.0 and remaining above its long-term average of 98.

A recent report shows that many Delaware small businesses are struggling with unfilled job openings. Hiring remains difficult due to a lack of qualified applicants despite increased compensation efforts.

Small business optimism has reached its highest point since June 2021 according to new data from NFIB. Leaders cite shifting economic policies as a reason for renewed confidence among Delaware’s entrepreneurs.

Small businesses in Delaware continue facing hiring challenges according to NFIB’s latest jobs report released Nov. 4. Labor quality concerns have increased while compensation growth slows amid ongoing workforce shortages.

The National Federation of Independent Business in Delaware has responded to Governor John Carney’s recent State of the State address. The group expressed concern over proposed payroll taxes linked to Senate Bill 1 while acknowledging past relief efforts.