Matthew Heckles Confirmed As Director Of Delaware State Housing Authority
Delaware State Housing Authority | Newsroom | Date Posted: Thursday, January 30, 2025
Heckles brings extensive experience to his new role, having previously served as the Mid-Atlantic Regional Administrator for the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). In this position, he oversaw the delivery of federal housing programs across six states, including Delaware, Maryland, Pennsylvania, Virginia, Washington, D.C., and West Virginia. Prior to that role, Heckles led the Community Development Administration in Maryland, overseeing a wide range of affordable housing and economic development programs.
DOJ announces 25th illicit massage establishment shut down in wake of successful campaign against sex buyerss
Department of Justice | Department of Justice Press Releases | Newsroom | Date Posted: Thursday, January 30, 2025
Closing out Human Trafficking Awareness Month, Delaware Department of Justice’s Human Trafficking Unit (HTU) today announced the shutdown of the 25th Illicit Massage Establishment (IME) since the Unit’s inception in 2022. This announcement comes in the wake of a successful campaign targeting prostitution and patronization issues across the state. The HTU focuses on a holistic approach that emphasizes collaboration with public […]
Second Round Of Governor Meyer’s Cabinet Nominees Confirmed By State Senate
Governor Matt Meyer | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Thursday, January 30, 2025
DOVER—Today, Delaware Governor Matt Meyer’s second slate of cabinet nominees were confirmed by the Delaware State Senate, including the Department of Correction, the Delaware State Housing Authority, and the Department of Education. “Delawareans deserve no-nonsense leadership on some of our toughest issues, and Cindy, Matt, and Terra are up to the challenge,” said Governor Matt […]
AG Jennings releases “Know Your Rights” guidance on immigration
Department of Justice | Department of Justice Office of Impact Litigation | Department of Justice Press Releases | Newsroom | Date Posted: Wednesday, January 29, 2025
Delaware Attorney General Kathy Jennings today announced the release of Know Your Rights on Immigration guidance providing vital information to individuals and organizations on their constitutional rights during interactions with federal immigration officials. This initiative reflects the Delaware DOJ’s commitment to public safety, the rule of law, and the dignity and rights of all residents […]
Delaware Division of the Arts Announce 2025 Individual Artist Fellowship Awardees
Delaware Division of the Arts | Department of State | Governor Matt Meyer | Historical and Cultural Affairs | Kent County | Lt. Governor Kyle Evans Gay | New Castle County | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | Office of the Lieutenant Governor | Sussex County | Date Posted: Wednesday, January 29, 2025
The Delaware Division of the Arts is proud to recognize 21 exceptional Delaware artists as the 2025 Individual Artist Fellows, awarding a total of $158,000 to support their creative pursuits. This year’s application cycle saw an unprecedented 191 applications from musicians, writers, and folk, media, and visual artists across the state.
