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How many H-1B petitions were made by Delaware employers classified under the Information industry during 2024?

Employers classified under the Information industry based in Delaware submitted 44 H-1B petitions during 2024, according to data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

By First State Times | Feb 17, 2025

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Delaware students name state snowplows in annual contest

After the first significant snowfall in nearly two years, the Delaware Department of Transportation (DelDOT) has announced the winners of its annual "Name That Plow" contest.

By First State Times | Feb 6, 2025

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Delaware inflation rate outpaces national average as of December 2024

By First State Times | Feb 5, 2025

As of December 2024, Delaware experienced a 22.4% increase in prices of goods and services since January 2021, compared to the nationwide trend of a 20.7% increase.

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2023: Delaware ranks 46th nationwide for total received in EDA grants, at $887,923

By First State Times | Jan 9, 2025

In 2023, Delaware received $887,923 in EDA grants for economic development projects, ranking 46th nationwide, according to the US Economic Development Administration (EDA).

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Delaware receives 1 EDA grant totaling $137,923 for technical assistance in 2023

By First State Times | Dec 27, 2024

Delaware received one grant totaling $137,923 for technical assistance in 2023 from the US Economic Development Administration.

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Delaware receives 1 EDA grant totaling $750,000 for economic adjustment assistance in 2023

By First State Times | Dec 26, 2024

Delaware received one grant totaling $750,000 for economic adjustment assistance in 2023 from the US Economic Development Administration.

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Inflation in Delaware outpaces national average as of November 2024

By First State Times | Dec 1, 2024

As of November 2024, Delaware experienced a 22.2% increase in prices of goods and services since January 2021, compared to the nationwide trend of a 20.6% increase.

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Delaware sees inflation increase as of October 2024

By First State Times | Nov 21, 2024

As of October 2024, Delaware experienced a 22.1% increase in prices of goods and services since January 2021, compared to the nationwide trend of a 20.7% increase.

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EDA funds 2 projects to support economic development in Delaware during 2023

By First State Times | Nov 21, 2024

Delaware ranked 47th in the US after receiving two EDA grants to fund economic development projects in 2023.

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VA provides 5.9% more home purchase loans in Delaware in Q3

By First State Times | Nov 15, 2024

There were 235 VA home purchases in Delaware in the third quarter of the VA's fiscal year 2024, totaling $96 million in loans, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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FOIA Request Sent to Delaware Higher Education Office Regarding State University Employees' Salaries on November 14, 2024

By First State Times | Nov 14, 2024

FOIA Request to Delaware Higher Education Office Regarding State University Employees' Salaries on November 14, 2024.

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Number of VA loans issued in Delaware increased by 234.5% from Q3 2023 to Q3 2024

By First State Times | Nov 12, 2024

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) issued 368 home loans in Delaware, totaling $140.1 million, during the third quarter of the fiscal year 2024, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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VA issues fewer Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in Delaware in Q3 vs. Q2 2024

By First State Times | Nov 9, 2024

The VA issued 35 Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in Delaware during the third quarter of fiscal year 2024, compared to 66 loans the previous quarter, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Average VA home loan amount in Delaware increases from 2022 to 2023

By First State Times | Nov 8, 2024

The average VA loan amount for Delaware in the fiscal year 2023 was $363,050, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Average VA Purchase Loan amount in Delaware increases from Q2 to Q3

By First State Times | Nov 6, 2024

The average VA Purchase Loan amount for Delaware in the third quarter of fiscal year 2024 was $408,656, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Average VA home loan amount in Delaware increases in Q3

By First State Times | Nov 3, 2024

The average VA home loan amount in Delaware during the third quarter of the fiscal year 2024 was $380,611, a 3.1% increase over the previous quarter, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Repeat offender pleads guilty to possessing child sexual abuse material

By First State Times | Nov 1, 2024

David C. Weiss, the U.S. Attorney for the District of Delaware, announced that Michael Natale, 38, from Laurel, Delaware, has pleaded guilty to possessing child sexual abuse material.

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Average VA IRRRL loan amount in Delaware increases from Q2 to Q3

By First State Times | Oct 31, 2024

The average VA Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loan (IRRRL) amount in Delaware during the third quarter of fiscal year 2024 was $368,062, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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VA provides 235 home purchase loans in Delaware in Q3

By First State Times | Oct 28, 2024

There were 235 VA home purchase loans issued in Delaware in the third quarter of the fiscal year 2024 totaling $96 million, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Pennsylvania man convicted for largest theft from US precious metals depository

By First State Times | Oct 28, 2024

A federal jury has convicted Robert Higgins, a resident of West Chester, Pennsylvania, on charges of mail, wire, and tax fraud.