Tobacco products in Delaware could soon come with a higher price tag. Under Gov. Matt Meyer’s proposed fiscal year 2027 budget, cigarette and other nicotine product taxes would see significant increases as the state looks to help close a budget gap and generate new revenue. Opinions are mixed, with some small businesses raising concerns.
With the 2026 fiscal year approaching, business owners and residents in Camden are opposing the town’s proposed $3.6 million budget, which includes steep property tax increases.
A Dover city council committee is considering a small business relief fund aimed at helping existing businesses manage rising utility costs during ongoing downtown revitalization efforts.
Power bill costs are on the rise across the peninsula, and some businesses in Delaware are feeling the pressure.
With the holiday shopping season drawing to a close, shoppers stopped along Rehoboth Avenue to grab some last minute gifts. WBOC spoke with multiple small business workers on Tuesday about this year's holiday rush.
City leaders in Rehoboth Beach discussed possibly extending the city's paid parking season on Monday. The proposed extension would add 61 extra days to the season.
As the annual Sea Witch Festival and Sunfest return to Delmarva, some business owners and vendors in Rehoboth Beach and Ocean City are anticipating increased sales from the final festival weekend push of the shoulder season.
PRINCESS ANNE, Md. – On Monday night, Princess Anne commissioners approved a budget that leaves the town with a deficit. It has led to a lot of shock and confusion among neighbors and town leaders, who are still trying to digest the decision.
DOVER, Del.- A costly new parking garage is being planned for downtown Dover, garnering significant support from local business owners while also raising safety concerns.
As the holiday season kicks in, families across Delmarva are heading out to find the perfect Christmas tree, and local tree farms are at the forefront of bringing that festive joy. For P&J Tree Farm in Delmar, family is not just a part of the experience; it's at the center of it.
