it DOJ Secures Lengthy Sentence For Pennsylvania Man For Violent Robbery Of Little Italy Resident By news.delaware.gov Published On :: Thu, 31 Aug 2023 17:52:53 +0000 A Pennsylvania man has been sentenced to more than a decade in prison for violent assault and robbery. On August 25, 2023, Zykeem Fields, 23, was sentenced to 15 years in prison, followed by probation, by a Superior Court judge. Fields, who lived part-time in Wilmington, pleaded guilty to felony charges of Assault 1st Degree and Robbery 1st Degree following a brutal attack in 2022. On September 28, 2022, Fields followed […] Full Article Department of Justice Press Releases
it Attorney General Jennings Announces $35 Million Settlement with Leasing Company Tempoe, LLC By news.delaware.gov Published On :: Mon, 11 Sep 2023 04:39:24 +0000 Attorney General Jennings announced today a settlement with Tempoe, LLC resolving a multistate investigation into Tempoe’s advertising and leasing to consumers through retailers across the nation. The multistate investigation—which included 41 states and the District of Columbia—revealed that Tempoe’s marketing and sales practices often misled consumers to believe they were signing up for an installment […] Full Article Consumer Protection Department of Justice Press Releases
it Investor Protection Unit Puts Pig Butchers On Ice, Again By news.delaware.gov Published On :: Mon, 18 Sep 2023 17:30:34 +0000 The Investor Protection Unit of the Delaware Department of Justice has issued a Summary Order to Cease and Desist against respondents linked to a cryptocurrency scam known as the “pig butchering scam.” A twist on the typical romance scam, the pig butchering scam is a long-term fraud in which victims are groomed over time to make investments […] Full Article Department of Justice Press Releases Investor Protection
it Governor Carney and First Lady Tracey Quillen Carney Recognize September as Literacy Month in Delaware By news.delaware.gov Published On :: Wed, 20 Sep 2023 14:53:03 +0000 Literacy Month is intended to recognize the extensive efforts of literacy partners to promote reading as an essential skill and a lifelong pleasure. Full Article Civil Division Delaware Libraries Department of Education Department of State Governor John Carney News Office of the Governor
it AG Jennings announces conviction of Cpl. Keith Heacook’s murderer By news.delaware.gov Published On :: Mon, 16 Oct 2023 18:20:48 +0000 Prosecutors have convicted a Delmar man for the murder of Cpl. Keith Heacook in April 2021. Randon Wilkerson, 32, will serve the rest of his life in prison following a stipulated non-jury trial in which he was convicted of 16 charges, including two counts of Murder 1st Degree and 11 other felonies. “Cpl. Keith Heacook served […] Full Article Department of Justice Department of Justice Press Releases News
it Attorney General Jennings announces multistate settlement with Inmediata for data breach im By news.delaware.gov Published On :: Tue, 17 Oct 2023 16:38:10 +0000 Attorney General Jennings announced today that Delaware, along with 32 other attorneys general, has reached a settlement with healthcare clearinghouse Inmediata for a coding issue that exposed the protected health information (“PHI”) of approximately 1.5 million consumers for almost three years. Under the settlement, Inmediata has agreed to overhaul its data security and breach notification […] Full Article Department of Justice Press Releases Fraud
it Delaware joins $10 million settlement with ACI Worldwide over attempted unauthorized withdrawals By news.delaware.gov Published On :: Tue, 17 Oct 2023 16:50:20 +0000 Attorney General Jennings joined a multistate coalition of attorneys general announcing a $10 million settlement with payment processor ACI Worldwide over a 2021 testing error that led to the attempted unauthorized withdrawal of $2.3 billion from the accounts of mortgage-holders. This case was investigated and negotiated with the state financial regulators. The state regulators have entered […] Full Article Department of Justice Press Releases Fraud
it Attorney General Jennings Secures Restitution And Governance Improvements For Residents Of Noble’s Pond By news.delaware.gov Published On :: Wed, 25 Oct 2023 15:05:48 +0000 Attorney General Kathy Jennings announced today that the Department of Justice has settled its lawsuit against a developer for allegedly having misled residents at Noble’s Pond, a 55+ community outside Dover, Delaware and will begin making payments to residents. The Department’s complaint, filed in 2019, included charges that Regal Builders, LLC, its president, and related entities, violated Delaware law by […] Full Article Department of Justice Press Releases
it AG Jennings files lawsuit against chemical companies for causing contamination of Delaware’s natural resources By news.delaware.gov Published On :: Thu, 26 Oct 2023 19:36:39 +0000 Attorney General seeks damages, including costs necessary to restore impacted natural resources and funding for State-run public health programs. Attorney General Kathleen Jennings announced that the Department of Justice has filed a lawsuit to hold numerous companies accountable for contaminating Delaware’s natural resources with per- and poly-fluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) traceable to the use and disposal […] Full Article Department of Justice Department of Justice Press Releases News
it DOJ’s Consumer Protection Unit hammers out contractor regs By news.delaware.gov Published On :: Wed, 01 Nov 2023 16:00:58 +0000 Attorney General Kathy Jennings’ Consumer Protection Unit promulgated final regulations that establish clear rules of the road for the Home Improvement Services industry in Delaware. The regulations, issued pursuant to the Consumer Fraud Act, become effective today, November 1. The Regulation is based on hundreds of complaints received by the Department of Justice, and it requires a number […] Full Article Department of Justice Department of Justice Press Releases News
it With Latest Murder Conviction, AG’s Office And WPD Go Undefeated In Major Gang Case By news.delaware.gov Published On :: Tue, 14 Nov 2023 18:00:51 +0000 Prosecutors indicted and convicted 20 defendants for murder, shooting, and other felonies; shootings down 30% since 2020 A successful murder trial has completed the State’s four-year prosecution against a major Wilmington-area gang with a 100% conviction rate, Attorney General Kathy Jennings announced Tuesday. The State’s efforts have secured more than 100 years of confirmed prison time, […] Full Article Department of Justice Department of Justice Press Releases News
it DOJ Convicts Keith Gibson For Killing Spree By news.delaware.gov Published On :: Tue, 14 Nov 2023 21:50:03 +0000 Attorney General Kathy Jennings announced Tuesday that a New Castle County jury convicted Keith Gibson of 25 charges,including two counts of murder, relating to a brutal crime spree in the summer of 2021. He faces a mandatory life sentence. “Our prosecutors did phenomenal work on a deeply disturbing case,” said Attorney General Jennings. “The defendant […] Full Article Department of Justice Department of Justice Press Releases News
it Attorney General Jennings Announces $150 Million Settlement with Hikma Pharmaceuticals to Help Combat Opioid Crisis By news.delaware.gov Published On :: Tue, 02 Jan 2024 14:26:47 +0000 Attorney General Kathy Jennings announced today a $150 million multistate settlement in principle with opioid manufacturer Hikma Pharmaceuticals (Hikma) for its role in fueling the opioid crisis. Hikma produces a range of generic opioid products and sells hundreds of millions of opioid doses every year. The attorneys general allege that from 2006 to 2021, Hikma […] Full Article Consumer Protection Department of Justice Press Releases Fraud
it Federal judge sides with Jennings against Cabela’s By news.delaware.gov Published On :: Wed, 24 Jan 2024 19:10:41 +0000 District Court sends stolen ammo investigation back to Superior Court, awards DOJ legal fees A U.S. District Court Judge has rejected an attempt by Cabela’s Inc. to hinder the Delaware Attorney General’s investigation into reports of 500,000 rounds of ammunition shoplifted from the retailer’s Christiana location. Attorney General Kathy Jennings announced last summer that she […] Full Article Department of Justice Department of Justice Press Releases News
it AG Jennings announces $350 million multistate settlement with marketing firm Publicis over role in opioid epidemic By news.delaware.gov Published On :: Thu, 01 Feb 2024 19:21:51 +0000 Attorney General Kathy Jennings today announced a $350 million national settlement with Publicis Health to resolve investigations into the global marketing and communications firm’s role in the prescription opioid crisis. Delaware will receive over $1.5 million from the settlement to help address the opioid crisis. In agreeing to the terms of the settlement, Publicis recognized the harm its conduct caused, and the agreement […] Full Article Consumer Protection Department of Justice Press Releases Fraud
it Delaware, New Jersey, Illinois lead multistate coalition supporting PA gun safety law By news.delaware.gov Published On :: Thu, 22 Feb 2024 19:07:03 +0000 Attorney General Kathy Jennings today co-led a coalition of 18 attorneys general filing an amicus brief with the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 3rd Circuit. The coalition urged the court to revisit an opinion striking down a Pennsylvania law prohibiting individuals under the age of 21 from carrying concealed weapons in public and imposing […] Full Article Department of Justice Department of Justice Press Releases News
it AG Jennings Announces Appeal Of Superior Court Voting Ruling, Vows Support For Constitutional Amendment By news.delaware.gov Published On :: Tue, 27 Feb 2024 19:24:01 +0000 The Department of Justice will move to appeal a Superior Court judge’s ruling curtailing voting rights, and will support legislative efforts to pass constitutional amendments expanding and enshrining voting rights. Full Article Department of Justice Department of Justice Press Releases News
it With gun safety in Court, Delaware, New Jersey, Pennsylvania AGs stand for common sense By news.delaware.gov Published On :: Mon, 11 Mar 2024 18:30:33 +0000 PHILADEPHIA — The Attorneys General of Delaware, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania reiterated their support for common sense gun safety laws today as attorneys for the States of Delaware and New Jersey delivered oral arguments defending landmark gun safety legislation. In Delaware State Sportsmen’s Association v. Delaware Department of Safety & Homeland Security, currently before the […] Full Article Department of Justice Department of Justice Press Releases News
it DOJ secures over seven life sentences, habitual offender status for Keith Gibson after violent killing spree By news.delaware.gov Published On :: Wed, 13 Mar 2024 15:26:55 +0000 Attorney General Kathy Jennings announced Wednesday that 41-year-old Keith Gibson was declared a Habitual Offender and sentenced in New Castle County Superior Court to seven life terms, plus 296 years in prison for 22 convictions, including four counts of murder, relating to a brutal crime spree in the summer of 2021 that claimed the lives […] Full Article Department of Justice Press Releases
it Conference held to prepare hundreds of students with disabilities for future By news.delaware.gov Published On :: Wed, 07 Dec 2016 21:46:42 +0000 Wilmington, DE — On December 7th from 8 a.m. to 3:15 p.m., hundreds of local high school students with disabilities attended a transition conference at the Dover Downs Hotel in Dover, DE, focusing on their future career and employment goals as well as learning what’s current in transition services for youth with disabilities in Delaware. […] Full Article Department of Labor News
it Gov. Markell, Department of Labor, honor businesses for hiring people with disabilities By news.delaware.gov Published On :: Tue, 13 Dec 2016 16:58:58 +0000 Dover, DE — Gov. Jack Markell joined the Delaware Department of Labor’s Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR) and the State Rehabilitation Council (SRC) at Dover Downs to celebrate workplace inclusion by honoring the value and contribution of employees with disabilities and employers who hire them. “Each year we are proud to honor businesses in our State […] Full Article Department of Labor News
it DDOL Responds to Jobseeker Site Breach By news.delaware.gov Published On :: Wed, 22 Mar 2017 22:01:12 +0000 Updated, March 23, 2017 – A list of Frequently Asked Questions is being maintained on the DDOL website. Wilmington – March 22, 2017 America’s JobLink (AJL) web-based system that links job seekers with employers in Delaware and nine other states was hacked by a malicious third party last week. Approximately 253,420 Delaware JobLink users dating […] Full Article Department of Labor News
it Governor Carney Accepts Strategic Plan from Delaware Pathways Steering Committee By news.delaware.gov Published On :: Wed, 29 Mar 2017 14:56:15 +0000 Plan would improve Delaware’s efforts to connect educators and employers, and expand work-based learning WILMINGTON, Del. – The Delaware Pathways Steering Committee presented its Strategic Plan to Governor John Carney on Wednesday – including priorities designed to more effectively connect Delaware educators and employers, create additional work-based learning opportunities for Delaware middle and high school […] Full Article Department of Labor Governor John Carney Office of the Governor The Economy Economy education Governor Carney jobs Jobs of the Future John Carney Kent County New Castle County pathways Pathways to Prosperity Sussex County
it Governor’s Welfare Employment Committee Honors Employers and Employees with TANF Employment Awards of Excellence By news.delaware.gov Published On :: Thu, 20 Apr 2017 12:39:09 +0000 DOVER (April 20, 2017) – The Governor’s Welfare Employment Committee announced the winners of its 2017 TANF Employment Awards of Excellence as it recognized 39 employers in Delaware who hire, train and maintain positive working relationships with employees who receive Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) benefits, and 47 TANF clients who have succeeded in […] Full Article Delaware Health and Social Services Department of Labor News family
it More than a dozen state and non-profit service providers collaborate at ‘One-Stop’ employment assistance meeting By news.delaware.gov Published On :: Wed, 17 May 2017 15:56:20 +0000 DOVER – More than 200 representatives from state and community agencies focused on assisting Delawareans navigate the challenging and sometimes harrowing experience of becoming gainfully employed will come together this week to further strategize on enhancing their collaborative efforts to serve their customers. The One-Stop Partner Convening provides an opportunity for front-line staff to continue […] Full Article Department of Labor Governor John Carney Office of the Governor Career Development Opportunities department of labor employment Labor
it Governor Carney and Legislators Announce Bill to Expand Cybersecurity Protections for Delawareans By news.delaware.gov Published On :: Thu, 18 May 2017 18:22:07 +0000 House Bill 180, sponsored by Representative Baumbach, has bipartisan support in General Assembly DOVER, Del. – Governor John Carney and members of the General Assembly announced legislation on Thursday that would expand protections for Delawareans affected by computer security breaches. The bipartisan legislation, House Bill 180, is sponsored by Representative Paul Baumbach. Additional sponsors include […] Full Article Department of Labor Department of Technology and Information Governor John Carney Office of the Governor cybersecurity Delaware Department of Technoogy and Information Governor Carney identity theft Technology
it Governor Carney Announces Family Services Cabinet Council Summer Initiative By news.delaware.gov Published On :: Thu, 22 Jun 2017 19:22:56 +0000 The Summer Initiative will coordinate delivery of state services for families in Wilmington WILMINGTON, Del. – Governor John Carney on Thursday announced the Family Services Cabinet Council’s Summer Initiative, an interagency effort to improve the coordination of state services to better meet the needs of families in the city of Wilmington. The FSCC Summer Initiative […] Full Article Delaware Health and Social Services Department of Labor Department of Safety and Homeland Security Department of Services for Children Youth and their Families Governor John Carney Office of the Governor Cabinet City of Wilmington Delaware Family Services Cabinet Council Governor Carney Governor'sCabinet Wilmington
it ICYMI: Governor Carney op-ed in The News Journal: “Innovation is Delaware’s path to jobs and prosperity” By news.delaware.gov Published On :: Mon, 21 Aug 2017 15:09:43 +0000 WILMINGTON, Del. – Governor John Carney on Sunday published an op-ed in The News Journal titled, “Innovation is Delaware’s path to jobs and prosperity.” In the op-ed, Governor Carney outlines what his administration is doing differently to transition Delaware’s economy, to keep the state competitive, and to make sure Delaware is positioned to create good-paying […] Full Article Department of Labor Governor John Carney Office of the Governor The Economy Delaware DEworks economic development Governor Carney Innovation innovation economy jobs jobs and economy tour small business the economy
it State of Delaware, City of Wilmington Collaborate on Mobile Jobs Unit in Wilmington By news.delaware.gov Published On :: Wed, 30 Aug 2017 23:40:40 +0000 Department of Labor bus will connect Wilmington residents with job-seeking resources in their communities WILMINGTON, Del. – Governor John Carney, Wilmington Mayor Mike Purzycki, and Delaware Labor Secretary Patrice Gilliam-Johnson announced a new initiative on Wednesday to send employment services teams into various communities in Wilmington using a specially-equipped bus dubbed the Mobile One-Stop (MOS) […] Full Article Department of Labor Governor John Carney News The Economy City of Wilmington Delaware Department of Labor department of labor DEworks employment governor Governor Carney jobs jobs and economy tour making jobs a priority the economy
it Delaware DOL Secy. Gilliam-Johnson visits Kent, Sussex farms in review of Migrant Seasonal Farm Worker program By news.delaware.gov Published On :: Tue, 10 Oct 2017 17:25:22 +0000 October 10, 2017 As part of its ongoing work monitoring and tracking the state’s Foreign Labor Certification and Migrant Seasonal Farm Worker activities, officials from the Delaware Department ofLabor paid a recent visit to Kent and Sussex County farms enrolled in the programs. DOL Secretary Dr. Patrice Gilliam-Johnson was joined by Deputy Secretary Karryl McManus, Division […] Full Article Department of Labor
it ADVISORY: Discussion on Wilmington with the Family Services Cabinet Council By news.delaware.gov Published On :: Mon, 06 Nov 2017 22:50:28 +0000 Governor Carney and Council members will hold meeting to discuss state service delivery in Wilmington WILMINGTON, Del. – At 6:00 p.m. on Monday, November 13, Governor Carney will host a public discussion on Wilmington with the Family Services Cabinet Council. Governor Carney signed Executive Order #5 in February, re-establishing the Family Services Cabinet Council to […] Full Article Delaware Health and Social Services Department of Education Department of Labor Department of Services for Children Youth and their Families Department of Technology and Information Governor John Carney Office of the Governor Cabinet Delaware Family Services Family Services Cabinet Council governor Governor Carney Wilmington
it New Director to Lead Division of Developmental Disabilities Services By news.delaware.gov Published On :: Wed, 31 Jan 2018 18:04:14 +0000 NEW CASTLE (Jan. 31, 2018) – Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS) Secretary Dr. Kara Walker announced the appointment of Marie Nonnenmacher, a former deputy director of the Division of Developmental Disabilities Services (DDDS), to lead the division. She will begin her duties Feb. 5. “I am thrilled that Marie is rejoining our Department […] Full Article Delaware Health and Social Services Department of Labor Autism DDDS developmental disabilities medicaid
it DART to Make Improvements Based on Rider Feedback from Recent Community Conversations By news.delaware.gov Published On :: Wed, 07 Feb 2018 20:25:11 +0000 WILMINGTON, Del. – After reviewing customer feedback from three Community Conversations in Wilmington and Newark last week, DART will make a series of improvements. The recent Community Conversations offered DART riders, and the general public, the opportunity to provide feedback and share their experiences since DART’s service changes in mid-December. “The Community Conversations were intended […] Full Article Department of Labor Department of Transportation Governor John Carney Office of the Governor bus DART governor Governor Carney Rodney Square transportation
it New Tax Refund Scam – It’s Not What You’d Expect By news.delaware.gov Published On :: Thu, 15 Feb 2018 13:48:43 +0000 The Delaware Division of Revenue would like to alert taxpayers to a new and growing scam involving fraudulent tax refunds being deposited into real taxpayer bank accounts. After the money is deposited, the crooks use various tactics to con taxpayers into turning over those funds. How does it work? Thieves are using schemes, including phishing, […] Full Article Department of Labor Division of Revenue fraud IRS refund scam tax tax refund
it DVR and SRC Host Annual Recognition Awards By news.delaware.gov Published On :: Thu, 13 Dec 2018 15:48:09 +0000 THE DELAWARE DIVISION OF VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION AND THE STATE REHABILITATION COUNCIL RECOGNIZES THE VALUE OF WORKPLACE INCLUSION AT ITS ANNUAL RECOGNITION AWARDS LUNCHEON Wilmington, DE, December 6, 2018 — The Delaware Department of Labor’s Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR) and the State Rehabilitation Council (SRC) will celebrate workplace inclusion by honoring the value and contribution […] Full Article Department of Labor diversity inclusion vocation rehabilitation
it Conference To Prepare Hundreds Of Students With Disabilities For Future Careers By news.delaware.gov Published On :: Mon, 17 Dec 2018 18:21:48 +0000 NEWS FROM THE DELAWARE DEPARTMENT OF LABOR/DIVISION OF VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION CONTACT Sharon Boland DOL Division of Vocational Rehabilitation 302.761.8238 (office) or 302.757.6260 (cell) sharon.boland@delaware.gov dvr.delawareworks.com http://dol.delaware.gov/ CONFERENCE TO PREPARE HUNDREDS OF STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES FOR FUTURE CAREERS Wilmington, DE, December 6, 2018 — On December 12th from 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., hundreds of local […] Full Article Department of Labor careerpathway careers education high school students Students with disabilities transition vocation rehabilitation
it Steps The Self-Employed Should Take To Register For (PUA) Benefits In Delaware. By news.delaware.gov Published On :: Mon, 11 May 2020 18:52:44 +0000 If you are an independent contractor or a self-employed worker in Delaware and want to receive Pandemic Unemployment Assistance (PUA) as detailed in the CARES Act, please review and follow the steps detailed below. Step 1: Apply for traditional UI benefits. Get started by visiting the website ui.delawareworks.com Step 2: Receive a denial […] Full Article Department of Labor Coronavirus independent contractor self-employed
it Revenue Announces Joint Public Call with Unemployment and the IRS By news.delaware.gov Published On :: Tue, 19 May 2020 14:00:36 +0000 Together with the IRS and Delaware’s Department of Labor Unemployment Insurance Division, the Division of Revenue has announced a COVID–19 Relief Discussion this coming Friday, May 22, 2020, at 11:30 a.m. Eastern Standard Time (EST). This free 60-minute conference will be open to the public. Delaware’s Director of Revenue Jennifer Hudson, and Director of Unemployment […] Full Article Department of Finance Department of Labor Division of Revenue News Coronavirus
it Delaware Department of Labor Announces Additional Extended Benefits for Unemployment By news.delaware.gov Published On :: Mon, 20 Jul 2020 18:37:23 +0000 For Immediate Release July 20, 2020 Contact: Kenneth Briscoe Director of Communications Kenneth.Briscoe@delaware.gov (Wilmington, DE) – The Delaware Department of Labor announced today that Delaware has already begun offering the Federal-State Extended Benefits program for those who have exhausted their previous unemployment benefits. Delaware’s most recent insured unemployment rate (IUR) exceeded the […] Full Article Department of Labor Coronavirus Unemployment
it Unemployment Benefits Will Decrease By $600 Per Week After August 1, 2020 By news.delaware.gov Published On :: Thu, 30 Jul 2020 22:29:37 +0000 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE- Thursday, July 30, 2020, Wilmington, Delaware. The Delaware Department of Labor releases public notification to inform all Delawareans currently receiving Unemployment Insurance Benefits, that the Federal Pandemic Unemployment Compensation (FPUC) program ended on July 25, 2020. Due to the rise in unemployment resulting from the COVID-19 global pandemic, Congress authorized a […] Full Article Department of Labor
it Delaware Department Of Labor Will Begin Issuing An Additional $300.00 In Benefits Through Lost Wages Assistance Funding By news.delaware.gov Published On :: Tue, 08 Sep 2020 16:30:11 +0000 WILMINGTON (Sept. 8, 2020) — The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) approved Delaware’s application to receive Lost Wages Assistance funding from FEMA’s Disaster Relief Fund. On August 8, 2020, President Trump made available up to $44 billion from FEMA’s Disaster Relief Fund to provide financial assistance to Americans who have lost wages due to the […] Full Article Department of Labor News
it DOL Announces the “High Extended Benefits” Program By news.delaware.gov Published On :: Mon, 28 Sep 2020 18:40:48 +0000 For Immediate Release September 28, 2020 Contact: Kenneth Briscoe Director of Communications Kenneth.Briscoe@delaware.gov (Wilmington, DE) – Monday, September 28, 2020 The Delaware Department of Labor announced today the extension of unemployment benefits, triggered by Delaware’s high jobless rate. Delaware’s three-month averaged, seasonally adjusted unemployment rate as of August 2020, is 10.6%. Primarily […] Full Article Department of Labor News
it Update to Lower and Higher Authority Appeals Deadlines By news.delaware.gov Published On :: Mon, 12 Oct 2020 19:54:37 +0000 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: MEDIA CONTACT: Kenneth Briscoe Communications Coordinator Delaware Department of Labor [Monday, October 12, 2020, Wilmington, DE] The Delaware Department of Labor has issued the Ninth Emergency Rule, which updates and revises the First and Seventh Emergency Rules, establishing deadlines to file appeals to the Lower Authority (Appeals Referees, the “Referees”) and […] Full Article Department of Labor
it Unemployment Benefits Scheduled to Expire December 26, 2020 By news.delaware.gov Published On :: Wed, 09 Dec 2020 15:13:37 +0000 FOR RELEASE: December 9, 2020 CONTACT: Kenneth Briscoe Kenneth.Briscoe@delaware.gov Unemployment Benefits Scheduled to Expire on December 26, 2020 for Many Claimants in Delaware WILMINGTON, DELAWARE – According to federal program guidelines, all unemployment compensation programs created by the CARES Act are currently scheduled to expire on or before December 26, 2020. Many […] Full Article Department of Labor News
it Delaware Department of Labor Announces New Features and Updates to the Delaware JobLink Website By news.delaware.gov Published On :: Mon, 22 Feb 2021 22:05:08 +0000 Wilmington, Delaware February 22, 2021 Delaware Department of Labor FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WILMINGTON, DE – Delaware Department of Labor has added new functionality to the Delaware JobLink (joblink.delaware.gov), a website created to support employers looking for qualified candidates, and individuals seeking employment. The current website offers individuals the ability to search for jobs, […] Full Article Department of Labor Delaware Department of Labor Delaware JobLink employment
it Delaware Businesses Can Receive Up To $9,600 In Tax Credits Per Employee By news.delaware.gov Published On :: Fri, 12 Mar 2021 13:20:47 +0000 Getting Tax Credit for Your Employees Just Got Easier: Introducing the New Delaware CertLink Delaware Businesses can receive up to $9,600 in tax credits per employee for hiring members of target groups by visiting the newly updated Delaware CertLink, located at https://certlink.delaware.gov/ Many businesses have struggled as a result of the ongoing pandemic and finding ways […] Full Article Department of Labor
it FRAUD ALERT: The U.S. Justice Department Warns About Fake Unemployment Benefit Websites By news.delaware.gov Published On :: Wed, 17 Mar 2021 14:21:35 +0000 The U.S. Department of Justice has received reports that fraudsters are creating websites mimicking unemployment benefit websites, including state workforce agency (SWA) websites, and Facebook pages to unlawfully capture consumers’ personal information. To lure consumers to these fake websites, fraudsters send spam text messages and emails purporting to be from an SWA and containing […] Full Article Department of Labor Division of Unemployment Unemployment unemployment insurance benefits
it Department of Labor resuming work search requirement for UI benefits recipients By news.delaware.gov Published On :: Tue, 18 May 2021 21:07:33 +0000 WILMINGTON, DE – The Delaware Department of Labor (DOL) will require Unemployment Benefit recipients to look for work and register in Delaware JobLink (https://joblink.delaware.gov) in order to qualify for benefits or to continue to receive UI benefits, effective June 12, 2021. Starting on that date, claimants must register with JobLink, which includes creating or uploading […] Full Article Department of Labor News
it Dept of Labor Teams Up with Community Partners to Offer Job Seekers Career Support By news.delaware.gov Published On :: Tue, 03 May 2022 15:21:11 +0000 WILMINGTON, DE – The Delaware Department of Labor is teaming up with statewide partners to present a series of One-Stop Resource Expos in May to highlight the Delaware Workforce Innovation & Opportunity Act (WIOA). Dozens of partner organizations will be on hand at booths to speak with people about employment, education and other support programs. […] Full Article Department of Labor News
it DOL Announces New Director of Vocational Rehabilitation By news.delaware.gov Published On :: Tue, 28 Jun 2022 13:41:13 +0000 WILMINGTON, DE – Delaware Department of Labor (DOL) Secretary Karryl Hubbard has announced that Elisha Jenkins will serve as the new Director of the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR), replacing former Director Andrea Guest, who retired earlier this year. DVR is a partner in helping job seekers develop skill sets to find employment. The division […] Full Article Department of Labor Delaware Department of Labor vocation rehabilitation