Governor Meyer Announces Launch of JobsFirst Permitting Accelerator
Governor Matt Meyer | Kent County | New Castle County | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | Sussex County | Date Posted: Monday, May 4, 2026
Today, Governor Matt Meyer announced the launch of Delaware’s new Permitting Accelerator applications under his JobsFirst initiative. JobsFirst is designed to cut red tape, speed up critical projects, and deliver results for Delaware families and businesses. The accelerator, focused on priority projects in housing, energy, broadband, and infrastructure, is beginning the process of creating a […]
AG Jennings, coalition secure final approval in $700 million Google Settlement over app store monopoly
Department of Justice | Department of Justice Office of Impact Litigation | Department of Justice Press Releases | Newsroom | Date Posted: Monday, May 4, 2026
Delaware Attorney General Kathy Jennings has announced that a federal court will approve a $700 million settlement in a multistate antitrust lawsuit against Google. The lawsuit, first filed in 2021 by a bipartisan group of 52 Attorneys General, challenged Google’s control over Android app distribution and in-app payments. The approval of the settlement ends a […]
DNREC to Hold First Community Meeting on Chronic Wasting Disease in State’s Deer Herd May 13 in Laurel
Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | Division of Fish and Wildlife | Newsroom | Date Posted: Monday, May 4, 2026
DNREC will hold the first community meeting about the recent detection of Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) in Delaware’s white-tailed deer at 6 p.m. Wednesday, May 13 at the Baldcypress Nature Center at Trap Pond State Park in Laurel. For anyone unable to attend the in-person meeting, a virtual option is available.
Delaware Forest Service celebrates student creativity at 2026 Statewide Arbor Day Ceremony
Department of Agriculture | Forest Service | Newsroom | Urban and Community Forestry | Date Posted: Friday, May 1, 2026
The Delaware Forest Service (DFS) hosted its 2026 Statewide Arbor Day Ceremony today at the Lewes Public Library, bringing together students, educators, community leaders, and forestry professionals to celebrate the importance of trees and environmental stewardship across the First State. The annual ceremony recognized the creativity and environmental awareness of more than 7,000 Delaware students […]
Delaware Division of the Arts Announces Upcoming Retirement of Deputy Director Kristin Pleasanton
Delaware Division of the Arts | Department of State | Kent County | New Castle County | Newsroom | Sussex County | Date Posted: Friday, May 1, 2026
STATEWIDE, Del. (May 1, 2026) – The Delaware Division of the Arts (DDOA) today announced the upcoming retirement of Deputy Director Kristin Pleasanton, effective June 1, 2026. Pleasanton concludes a 33-year career in Delaware state service in which she served under eight Governors. Pleasanton’s state service began in 1988 as Kent County Site Supervisor […]
