New Castle County, Delaware

HBCU Week Awards Gala Presented by Bank of America Expands Scholarship Support for HBCU Students

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Thursday, June 1, 2023

WILMINGTON, Del., June 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The HBCU Week Foundation, Inc. is hosting its 4th annual HBCU Week Awards Gala presented by Bank of America on June 9 at the HOTEL DUPONT in Wilmington, Delaware. The sold-out fundraiser elevates the organization's powerful mission of providing scholarship dollars for students enrolling in Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), minimizing student debt, and diversifying the talent pipeline from college to corporate America.

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  • Annual Event Raises Millions in Scholarship Dollars, Strengthens HBCU Talent Pipeline
    WILMINGTON, Del., June 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The HBCU Week Foundation, Inc. is hosting its 4th annual HBCU Week Awards Gala presented by Bank of America on June 9 at the HOTEL DUPONT in Wilmington, Delaware.
  • "The overwhelming support for this year's HBCU Week Gala has been nothing short of amazing," said Ashley Christopher, Esq., Founder and CEO of the HBCU Week Foundation.
  • "HBCU alumni have influenced every aspect of our daily lives, from finance and technology to education, sciences and the arts," said Chip Rossi, Delaware President, Bank of America, the presenting sponsor for this year's HBCU Week Foundation Gala.
  • To support the HBCU Week Foundation, Inc. and its ongoing initiatives, secure donations can be made online at https://www.hbcuweek.org/ .

Oasis Realty Investment Group Appoints New Board of Advisors

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Wednesday, March 8, 2023

WILMINGTON, Del., March 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Oasis Realty Investment Group, a Delaware-based real estate investment firm, is proud to announce its new Board of Advisors. This board joins a leadership team with decades of combined experience in the real estate investment, financial, and technology sectors to advise CEO Ivel Turner as he manages the firm.

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  • WILMINGTON, Del., March 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Oasis Realty Investment Group , a Delaware-based real estate investment firm, is proud to announce its new Board of Advisors.
  • This board joins a leadership team with decades of combined experience in the real estate investment, financial, and technology sectors to advise CEO Ivel Turner as he manages the firm.
  • The board will consist of Dr. Christopher Alan Bullock, James F. Kibler, Jurudoe Ann Martin, and Henry Gotlob.
  • These individuals are well-positioned to benefit and assist Oasis Realty Investment Group in providing quality investment advisement to accredited investors.

Avelo Airlines Takes Flight from Delaware Valley

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Wednesday, February 1, 2023

WILMINGTON, Del., Feb. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Avelo Airlines takes flight for the first time today from the Delaware Valley's most convenient and easiest airport – Wilmington Airport (ILG). Avelo Airlines' inaugural flight will depart for Orlando at 10:00 a.m. ET — the first of five nonstop Florida destinations Avelo begins serving this week.

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  • WILMINGTON, Del., Feb. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Avelo Airlines takes flight for the first time today from the Delaware Valley's most convenient and easiest airport – Wilmington Airport (ILG).
  • Avelo Airlines Chairman and CEO Andrew Levy said, "Delaware Valley – it's time to say Hello, Avelo!
  • Delaware Governor John Carney said, "We are excited to welcome Avelo Airlines to Delaware.
  • Delaware River and Bay Authority (the airport operator) Executive Director Thomas J. Cook said, "We're excited that Avelo Airlines has chosen to bring its low-fare, quality service to the residents and visitors to the Delaware Valley region.

HELLO, AVELO! Avelo Airlines Announces New East Coast Base In Wilmington, Delaware

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Thursday, October 20, 2022

WILMINGTON, Del., Oct. 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Avelo Airlines announced today that it will open the airline's fourth base at Wilmington Airport (ILG) next February. The new base will unlock a new era of affordable, convenient and reliable air service for the Delaware Valley, encompassing portions of four states, including Delaware, Southeastern Pennsylvania / Philadelphia, South Jersey and the northern Eastern Shore of Maryland.

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  • Avelo Airlines Founder, Chairman and CEO Andrew Levy said, "The Delaware Valley region wants and deserves more affordable, convenient and reliable air travel.
  • We appreciate the warm reception and support Avelo is receiving from Delaware Governor John Carney, New Castle County Executive Matt Meyer and so many other government and business leaders here.
  • Delaware Governor John Carney said, "We've made significant infrastructure investments acrossourstate,andwe're pleasedtohaveAvelojoinushereinDelaware.Avelo willprovide Delawareans and visitors a convenient way to travel.
  • Avelo Airlines also recognizes the benefits that Wilmington Airport offers and is looking to be part of our community.

LENNAR ANNOUNCES GRAND OPENING OF THE CASCADES, BRINGING LOW MAINTENANCE ACTIVE ADULT HOMES TO DELAWARE'S NEW CASTLE COUNTY

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Thursday, September 15, 2022

"Residents will enjoy the latest comforts of a new Lennar home, plus great community amenities and added benefits like lawn maintenance packages that create a low-maintenance lifestyle."

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  • "Residents will enjoy the latest comforts of a new Lennar home, plus great community amenities and added benefits like lawn maintenance packages that create a low-maintenance lifestyle."
  • Homes at The Cascades range from 1,728 to 2,593 square feet, with two to three bedrooms and two to three baths.
  • All homes feature generous open layouts, gourmet kitchens, first-floor owner's suites and second-floor suites with a bed, bath and loft.
  • Lennar builds affordable, move-up and active adult homes primarily under the Lennar brand name.

American Real Estate Partners Commits Capital to Its 6th Deal in Recently Announced Strategic Opportunity Fund III

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Tuesday, July 26, 2022

This is AREPs sixth investment through its Strategic Opportunity Fund III (Fund III) and is now 60 % deployed.

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  • This is AREPs sixth investment through its Strategic Opportunity Fund III (Fund III) and is now 60 % deployed.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220726005447/en/
    Courtesy of American Real Estate Partners.
  • We remain optimistic about Fund III and will continue to put its capital to work in a judicious manner.
  • AREP's vertically integrated real estate platform and experienced Management Team provide exceptional expertise in all ownership disciplines from acquisition to realization.

MULTIPLYING GOOD HONORS VOLUNTEER HEROES AT INAUGURAL NATIONAL CELEBRATION OF SERVICE

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Thursday, June 23, 2022

INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA, June 23, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- On Wednesday, June 22, 2022, Multiplying Good kicked off their 50th Anniversary in Indianapolis, Indiana with their Inaugural National Celebration of Service event.

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  • INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA, June 23, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- On Wednesday, June 22, 2022, Multiplying Good kicked off their 50th Anniversary in Indianapolis, Indiana with their Inaugural National Celebration of Service event.
  • For 50 years, the Jefferson Awards has worked to change the narrative that good that is happening all around us, said Hillary Schafer, CEO of Multiplying Good.
  • Multiplying Good honored four youth service teams for service work conducted as part of the their Students In Action (SIA) program.
  • Multiplying Good is a national nonprofit that believes in the power of service to others to unleash potential, inspire individuals, and transform lives.

WSFS Associates and Their Families Volunteer Across the Region for Take Your Children to the Community Day

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Tuesday, May 3, 2022

Take Your Children to the Community Day provides an excellent opportunity for Associates to get their families involved in the community and teach younger generations the importance of giving back.

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  • Take Your Children to the Community Day provides an excellent opportunity for Associates to get their families involved in the community and teach younger generations the importance of giving back.
  • The WSFS team came up big in the Butterfly Garden transformation to prepare the garden for the spring and summer seasons.
  • Its primary subsidiary, WSFS Bank, is the oldest and largest locally-headquartered bank and trust company headquartered in Delaware and the Greater Philadelphia region.
  • Serving the Greater Delaware Valley since 1832, WSFS Bank is one of the ten oldest banks in the United States continuously operating under the same name.

MRA Group Signs First Long-Term Lease at Chestnut Run Innovation & Science Park in Wilmington, Delaware

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Tuesday, December 21, 2021

WILMINGTON, Del., Dec. 21, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- MRA Group (MRA) announced today that on November 30, 2021 it signed the first long-term lease for research and laboratory facilities at Chestnut Run Innovation & Science Park (CRISP), MRA's recently announced life science and manufacturing campus in Wilmington, DE.

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  • WILMINGTON, Del., Dec. 21, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- MRA Group (MRA) announced today that on November 30, 2021 it signed the first long-term lease for research and laboratory facilities at Chestnut Run Innovation & Science Park (CRISP), MRA's recently announced life science and manufacturing campus in Wilmington, DE.
  • "MRA's acquisition of a significant portion of the Chestnut Run property is great news for Delaware and the state's role in an ever-expanding life sciences sector," said Kurt Foreman, President & CEO of Delaware Prosperity Partnership.
  • We thank the State of Delaware for its ongoing investment in building an entrepreneurial and connected business community."
  • We look forward to continuing to partner with the MRA Group to ensure CRISP flourishes as a thriving hub of scientific investment."

Government Experience Award Winners Building and Adapting Constituent-Centric Digital Experiences

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Wednesday, September 15, 2021

Top government jurisdictions, agencies and departments will be honored during the GovX Summit and Government Experience Awards virtual event later today.

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  • Top government jurisdictions, agencies and departments will be honored during the GovX Summit and Government Experience Awards virtual event later today.
  • The 2021 Government Experience Award winners are:
    Overall State Government Experience Winners:
    Overall County Government Experience Winners:
    1st Place New Castle County, DE
    2nd Place County of San Diego, CA
    4th Place DeKalb County, GA
    5th Place Saint Louis County, MO
    Overall City Government Experience Winners:
    1st Place City of Mesa, AZ
    2nd Place City of Louisville, KY
    3rd Place City of San Jose, CA
    4th Place City of El Paso, TX
    5th Place City of Palm Coast, FL
    Project Experience Awards: In addition to the overall awards, project awards have a single focus area and can include more than one channel of interaction.
  • Thirty-three Government Experience Project Awards were presented in four categories (city, county, state and federal government).
  • The Center for Digital Government (CDG) is a national research and advisory institute focused on technology policy and best practices in state and local government.