Del. officials distribute Strong Neighborhoods Housing Fund

Governor Jack Markell joined the Delaware State Housing Authority and other Delaware officials to announce the recipients from the Strong Neighborhoods Housing Fund on Thursday.

Over 2.77 million dollars were distributed and split amongst four chosen applicants including Central Delaware Habitat for Humanity, Interfaith Community Housing of Delaware, Inc., New Castle County Department of Community Services, and Wilmington Housing Partnership.

Officials say the fund will support community development and address crime strategies. Their goal is transform neighborhoods that are experiencing blight or other forms of stress.