News from April 2019


Analysis: State and local tax burden in Delaware is 2nd lowest in U.S.

On a scale of lowest to highest, the state and local effective tax rate for Delaware ranks second in the nation, according to a new WalletHub.com study of tax burdens imposed by the 50 states and the District of Columbia.

NEW CASTLE COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: EasterSeals Celebrates 100 Years!

Easterseals Delaware & Maryland’s Eastern Shore today marked the 100th anniversary of national Easterseals by celebrating an expansion of its Salisbury Children’s Therapy Services, thanks to the generous support of local foundations and donors.

NEW CASTLE COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: DEXSTA Awarded Top Fundraiser

DEXSTA Federal Credit Union won the 2018 Delaware Children’s Miracle Network Top Fundraiser Award.

Analysis: Delaware ranks 13th highest on state cigarette taxes

The state cigarette taxes charged in Delaware ranked 13th in the nation, according to a new analysis from the Tax Foundation based on 2016 data.

Analysis: Which college volleyball program grossed the most in Delaware

University of Delaware, Delaware State University and Wilmington University top the list of highest grossing college volleyball programs in Delaware in 2016

Analysis: University of Delaware business school ranked nation’s 99th best

University of Delaware's Lerner Business School ranked in a tie for 99th among U.S. colleges offering master of business administration programs, according to a new study by U.S. News that examined 367 schools.


Average tax refund in Delaware ranks the highest in the nation

Average federal tax refunds in Delaware ranked first among the 50 states, according to a new analysis from the website 24/7 Wall St.

Supreme Court overrules precedent in medical negligence case

The Delaware Supreme Court recently overturned its own 26-year-old precedent when it ruled that negligence claims against physicians tossed as untimely do not absolve employers of vicarious liability.

NEW CASTLE COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: Critical Need for Blood Donors

The Blood Bank of Delmarva has issued an urgent appeal for the community to donate blood and platelets to help patients in need.

Schools in the U.S. with the most volleyball players

Here are the most popular states for college volleyball

NEW CASTLE COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: Ownership Dos and Don'ts and Creating a Diverse Board to Grow Your Business

When starting a small business we’re always looking for all the help we can get: from advice, to resources to financing.

BETHANY FENWICK AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: Annual Bethany Beach Breast Cancer Fun Run/Walk

The 11th annual “Bethany Beach Breast Cancer Fun 5K Run/3K Walk” will be held Saturday, May 11th at 9:00 a.m.

Delaware posts 6th lowest property tax rate in new national study

Delaware ranked sixth in the nation in a recent WalletHub analysis of property tax rates among the 50 states and the District of Columbia.

Analysis: Which college volleyball program grossed the most in the U.S.

University of Delaware tops the list of highest grossing college volleyball programs in the state in 2016

Inventories in fabricated metal products industry climb 0.1 percent in March

Inventories for businesses in the fabricated metal products industry increase $38 million, or 0.1 percent, to $54.9 billion in March, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.

Inventories in plastics and rubber products industry fall 0.1 percent in March

Inventories for businesses in the plastics and rubber products industry decrease $26 million, or 0.1 percent, to $27.2 billion in March, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.

Inventories in motor vehicle bodies, trailers and parts industry climb 0.6 percent in March

Inventories for businesses in the motor vehicle bodies, trailers and parts industry increase $164 million, or 0.6 percent, to $26.5 billion in March, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.

Inventories in textile mills industry fall 1.2 percent in March

Inventories for businesses in the textile mills industry decrease $40 million, or 1.2 percent, to $3.4 billion in March, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.

Inventories in defense capital goods industry climb 1 percent in March

Inventories for businesses in the defense capital goods industry increase $220 million, or 1 percent, to $23.2 billion in March, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.