Governor Carney, Delaware Delegation Release Joint Statement on Hurricane Relief Efforts

Governor, delegation call on Trump Administration to ramp up relief efforts in Puerto Rico & the U.S. Virgin Islands WILMINGTON, Del. – Governor Carney, U.S. Senators Tom Carper and Chris Coons, and U.S. Representative Lisa Blunt Rochester on Friday released the following joint statement regarding relief efforts in Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands: […]
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DNREC?S Division of Parks & Recreation to host open house on Fort Miles Master Plan

DOVER – DNREC's Division of Parks & Recreation, in partnership with the Fort Miles Historical Association, will host an open house for the public review and comment on proposed capital improvements to the Fort Miles Museum and Historic Area in Cape Henlopen State Park. The open house will feature informative exhibit boards on the proposed updated […]
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Governor Carney Announces Appointments to Delaware Offshore Wind Working Group

Working group, established by Executive Order #13, will hold its first meeting October 6 WILMINGTON, Del. – Governor John Carney on Friday announced appointments to the Delaware Offshore Wind Working Group, which was established last month by Executive Order 13 to study potential environmental and economic development benefits of offshore wind development to serve Delaware. […]
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Leader of Downstate Organized Crime Enterprise Convicted Of Two Murders

Also, Wilmington man faces life in prison after murder conviction; Former nonprofit executive sentenced to prison for stealing donations Steven Kellam, the leader of a violent crime network that operated in Sussex and Kent counties, was convicted on several felony charges including 2 counts of Murder First Degree, and will spend the rest of his […]
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Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police Blotter: Sept. 18-24

Reminder for the week: Public encouraged to report fishing, hunting, boating violations DOVER – To achieve public compliance through education and enforcement actions that help conserve Delaware's fish and wildlife resources and ensure safe boating and public safety, Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police officers between Sept. 18-24 made 2,081 contacts with hunters, anglers, boaters and […]
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DNREC showcases Delaware?s coastal and natural resources on Oct. 1 at Coast Day in Lewes

Delaware's coastal and natural resources will be showcased Sunday, Oct. 1 at DNREC's Coast Day education tent on the campus of the University of Delaware's College of Earth, Ocean, and Environment in Lewes.
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Statewide Unit Count Agreed-Upon Procedures Engagement School Year 2016 ? 2017 ? Family Foundations Academy

State Auditor, R. Thomas Wagner, Jr., has released the Statewide Unit Count Agreed-Upon Procedures Report for Family Foundations Academy, School Year 2016 – 2017. The Office of Auditor of Accounts (AOA) performed procedures to determine whether Family Foundations Academy properly included selected students in the September 30th Unit Count. The majority of our exceptions resulted […]
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Delaware WIC Relocates to La Red Health Center in Georgetown

To better meet the needs of its clients, and those of Georgetown residents in general, the Delaware Women, Infants and Children (WIC) Supplemental Nutrition Program has relocated to La Red Health Center located at 21444 Carmean Way in Georgetown.
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Three Delaware schools receive national Blue Ribbon honors

Three Delaware schools are among 342 schools that U.S. Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos recognized today as National Blue Ribbon Schools for 2017. The recognition is based on a school's overall academic performance or progress in closing achievement gaps among student subgroups.
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Delaware Report Card seeks feedback to help families access more meaningful education data

The Delaware Department of Education (DDOE) is hosting Community Conversations in October to gain feedback on the elements, priorities, and common terminology it plans to include on its upcoming Report Card website. Delaware's Report Card will refine how DDOE communicates with families and the community its progress, performance, and programs in Delaware education, and replaces the state's current School Profiles site for accessing education data.
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Governor Announces Delaware?s Outstanding Volunteers; 24 Recipients Will Be Honored Oct. 25 in Dover Ceremony

NEW CASTLE (Sept. 28, 2017) – Twenty-four individuals and groups will be honored with the 2017 Governor's Outstanding Volunteer Service Award on Oct. 25 at Dover Downs Hotel. The people and organizations engaged in diverse activities including mentoring children, rescuing wildlife, helping seniors and veterans, and protecting the environment. "The thousands of volunteers across our […]
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The Mezzanine Gallery to Exhibit Ray Magnani?s ?Oxidation and The Dance? Photographs

Wilmington, Del. (September 27, 2017) – Oxidation and The Dance: Two Photographic Essays will be on view in the Mezzanine Gallery from October 6-27, 2017. An opening reception to meet the artist will be held on Friday, October 6 from 5-7 p.m. Magnani received a 2017 Emerging Fellowship in Photography. In this exhibition, he is […]
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DPH Announces Delaware Flu Case Likely Related to Contact With Pigs At County Fair in Maryland

The Delaware Division of Public Health (DPH) announced today the state's first laboratory-confirmed case of a variant influenza virus (in this instance H3N2v) in a female Sussex County resident under age 18, who had close contact with pigs at a county fair in Maryland. The case is mild and the individual is recovering.
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DEMA Adds Nextdoor Social Media App

The Delaware Emergency Management Agency (DEMA) has initiated an account with the social media app Nextdoor.
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13 students graduate from DNREC Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police Advanced Youth Academy

Thirteen students, their families, officers, and instructors recently celebrated the completion of the week-long DNREC Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police's Advanced Youth Academy.
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DNREC encourages awareness of mosquito-borne diseases as biting mosquito season extends into fall

The detection this week of West Nile virus (WNV) in sentinel chickens monitored for mosquito-borne diseases by DNREC's Mosquito Control Section serves notice to Delawareans that mosquitoes remain very active, especially during unseasonably warm weather the state is now experiencing, and that precautions should continue to be taken against mosquito bites that could transmit WNV.
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DNREC confirms that 46.5-pound golden tilefish establishes new state record for deep-water species

LEWES – DNREC's Division of Fish & Wildlife has confirmed a new state record in the Delaware Sport Fishing Tournament: a 46-pound, 8-ounce golden tilefish, caught in the Atlantic Ocean Aug. 25 by Tom Schanno of Halethorpe, Md. – with the catch establishing a record for the golden tilefish, a deep-water offshore species that has been […]
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Recycling Public Advisory Council to meet Wednesday, Sept. 27 in Dover

DOVER – Delaware's Recycling Public Advisory Council (RPAC) will meet at 1 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 27 in the Public Service Commission Conference Room, Suite 203, Cannon Building, 861 Silver Lake Boulevard, Dover, DE 19904.The RPAC meeting agenda can be found on the Statewide Meeting Calendar.  The Recycling Public Advisory Council was enacted into law by Senate Bill […]
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Guilty Pleas On Gun Charges In Multiple Recent Cases

Deputy Attorney General Allison Abessinio secured a guilty plea to a weapons charge from a Wilmington man. Brandon Gibson, 27, pled to Possession of a Firearm by a Person Prohibited in Superior Court. In March 2017, Wilmington Police officers on patrol in the 400 block of West 7th Street noticed Gibson talking to people inside […]
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Governor Carney, Delaware Prosperity Partnership Announce Interim CEO

John Riley will help develop strategic plan and lead search for permanent leader WILMINGTON, Del. – Governor John Carney on Friday announced that John Riley, a former state Director of Business Development, will serve as interim CEO of the Delaware Prosperity Partnership – the newly-established public-private partnership that will lead the state’s economic development efforts. […]
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Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police Blotter: Sept. 11-17

Reminder for the week: Public urged to report violations of hunting and wildlife regulations DOVER – To achieve public compliance through education and enforcement actions that help conserve Delaware's fish and wildlife resources and ensure safe boating and public safety, Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police officers between Sept. 11-17 made 2,055 contacts with hunters, anglers, […]
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Statewide Unit Count Agreed-Upon Procedures Engagement School Year 2016 ? 2017 ? East Side Charter School

State Auditor, R. Thomas Wagner, Jr., has released the Statewide Unit Count Agreed-Upon Procedures Report for East Side Charter School, School Year 2016 – 2017. The Office of Auditor of Accounts (AOA) performed procedures to determine whether East Side Charter School properly included selected students in the September 30th Unit Count. The majority of our […]
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OAW Holds Large Animal Rescue Course in Harrington

The Division of Public Health Office of Animal Welfare (OAW) held a Technical Large Animal Emergency Rescue (TLAER) course Friday, Sept. 8, through Sunday, Sept. 10, 2017, at the Delaware State Fairgrounds in Harrington.
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Governor Carney?s Statement on Graham-Cassidy Health Care Legislation in U.S. Senate

WILMINGTON, Del. – Governor John Carney on Thursday released the following statement on the Graham-Cassidy Health Care legislation in the U.S. Senate, which could cost Delaware more than $2 billion in federal funding reductions by 2026, cuts that would reduce access to quality health care and shift costs onto Delaware families and the state budget: […]
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Governor Carney Signs Customer-Friendly DMV Legislation

Dover – Governor John Carney was joined by Senator Stephanie Hansen and Representative Ed Osienski today as he signed two pieces of legislation approved by the General Assembly into law that will further enhance the customer service experience for all Delaware drivers. The first bill, House Bill 146, removes the requirement for signatures to be […]
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Unlicensed Health Insurance Companies Targeting Delaware Seniors

Dover, DE — Senior citizens are being warned to be on the lookout for unlicensed health insurance companies in Delaware. The companies have been marketing and selling plans to residents of long-term care and nursing home facilities in Delaware and other States. "We are issuing a warning to seniors because we have learned these unlicensed […]
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Tickets now on sale for Kent Conservation District?s 18th Annual Barn Dance fundraiser on Oct. 13

DOVER – The Kent Conservation District invites everyone to a rompin’ stompin’ good time at its 18th Annual Barn Dance fundraiser to be held from 6 to 11 p.m. Friday, Oct. 13 at the Harrington Fire Company, 20 Clark Street, Harrington, DE 19952. The event features a down-home meal including beef and dumplings, fried chicken, and […]
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Delaware Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs to sponsor 16 special events during October 2017

Halloween programs, 18th century trades and William Penn Day among the events to be presented.
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Family Emergency Preparedness Day Saturday

The 13th annual Family Emergency Preparedness Day event will be held on Saturday, September 23rd at the Delaware Agricultural Museum in Dover, from 10:00AM until 2:00PM
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Statewide Unit Count Agreed-Upon Procedures Engagement School Year 2016 ? 2017 ? Delaware Academy of Public Safety and Security

State Auditor, R. Thomas Wagner, Jr., has released the Statewide Unit Count Agreed-Upon Procedures Engagement Report for Delaware Academy of Public Safety and Security, School Year 2016 – 2017. The Office of Auditor of Accounts (AOA) performed procedures to determine whether Delaware Academy of Public Safety and Security properly included selected students in the September […]
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MEDIA ADVISORY: Governor Carney to Discuss Delaware?s Economy in Kent and Sussex

DOVER, Del. – Governor John Carney will visit Kent and Sussex counties on Tuesday for three events to discuss the state's economy with Delawareans and business leaders.   Tuesday, September 19 Kent County Economic Summit – The Power of Partnerships This event is open to the press. WHAT:        Governor Carney will deliver remarks at the Kent […]
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National Voter Registration Day is September 26 2017

Wilmington – National Voter Registration Day is Tuesday, September 26, 2017. This nationwide event raises awareness of voting and civic engagement. It also stresses the importance of registering eligible but unregistered citizens to vote in upcoming elections. The Department is not participating in any special events. Citizens, however,  may register or update their registrations at any […]
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Division of Child Support Services Offices Will Be Closed Sept. 22

NEW CASTLE (Sept. 15, 2017) – The Division of Child Support Services (DCSS) offices in all three counties will be closed on Friday, Sept. 22, due to an in-service staff meeting. Child support customers who have in-person business are encouraged to come earlier in the week. Account information can be accessed 24/7 by calling the […]
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Delaware Attorney General Joins Letter To Equifax Demanding Additional Steps In Response To Data Breach

Attorney General Matt Denn joined 33 fellow state Attorneys General in expressing concern to Equifax on Friday about some of the actions taken by the credit bureau in the wake of a data breach that exposed personal information for more than 140 million individuals. The letter requests that Equifax, which is offering free credit monitoring […]
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Delaware Marks Completion of POW/MIA Parkway in Dover

New West Dover Connector to improve multi-modal travel in Kent County DOVER, Del. – Governor John Carney on Friday was joined by U.S. Senator Thomas Carper, U.S. Senator Christopher Coons, U.S. Representative Lisa Blunt Rochester, Transportation Secretary Jennifer Cohan and a gathering of local officials, veterans and families to dedicate the completion of the POW/MIA […]
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Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police Blotter: Sept. 4-10

Reminder for the week: Hunters should observe surroundings, take safety precautions. DOVER  – To achieve public compliance through education and enforcement actions that help conserve Delaware's fish and wildlife resources and ensure safe boating and public safety, Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police officers between Sept. 4-10 made 2,166 contacts with hunters, anglers, boaters and […]
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Mohawk Electrical Systems Completes 30 Years with Workplace Safety Program

Dover, DE – Delaware Insurance Commissioner Trinidad Navarro is pleased to congratulate Mohawk Electrical Systems, Inc. for being the first business in Delaware to complete 30 consecutive years in the Workplace Safety Program.  On September 19th at 1pm, the commissioner will personally present Mohawk Electrical Systems President Scott Welch with a certificate commemorating their participation. […]
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Murderer Sentenced to 50 Years

Other defendants face prison time for robbery, weapons, drug, and assault charges A 34-year-old Newark man will spend the next 50 years in prison for a 2016 murder. A Superior Court judge sentenced Brian Goodwin after his July guilty plea to Murder Second Degree and Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Felony […]
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DOL Georgetown office reopens after water service restored

August 15, 2017 Georgetown – The DOL Georgetown office has reopened to the public today after an interruption in water service was restored. We apologize for the inconvenience this may have caused.   ABOUT THE DELAWARE DEPARTMENT OF LABOR The Delaware Department of Labor connects people to jobs, resources, monetary benefits, workplace protections and labor […]
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Statement from Secretary Cohan and Contractor Tutor Perini on Route 1 SB Closure at Biddles Corner

I would like to apologize to all those impacted by this extended closure. The overnight construction activity on southbound State Route 1 to place a major structural concrete straddle bent section for the new US301 flyover bridge over SR1 SB encountered major delays that resulted in an extended closure of the roadway. While we work […]
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Delaware Works to Prevent, Recognize and Treat Substance Exposure in Infants

The Division of Public Health (DPH) today announced new guidance and educational materials on the dangers of substance abuse while pregnant, and how to screen pregnant women for potential addiction and connect them with treatment.
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Interruption in water services closes DOL Georgetown office for the day

August 14, 2017   Georgetown – The DOL Georgetown office is closed today due to an interruption in water service. Visit at dol.delaware.gov for contract info for our other offices as well as updates to the situation. We anticipate the issue will be corrected by Friday, Aug. 15 and apologize for the inconvenience.   ABOUT THE DELAWARE […]
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Delaware, New York and Pennsylvania Approve Resolution to Permanently Ban Fracking in the Delaware River Basin

NEWTOWN, Pa. – Governors of Delaware, New York and Pennsylvania, comprising a majority of the Delaware River Basin Commission (DRBC), announced today that they had voted in favor of a resolution put forward by the commission to issue draft regulations to permanently ban hydraulic fracturing for oil and gas in the Delaware River Basin. The […]
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Delaware Celebrates National Food Safety Month

The Division of Public Health (DPH) Office of Food Protection is proud to partner with the Delaware Restaurant Association (DRA) to celebrate National Food Safety Month (NFSM).
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Hurricane Irma ? Additional Extension of Time to File

The Delaware Division of Revenue will extend certain deadlines for filing individual and business tax returns, as well as for making certain tax payments for taxpayers who have been directly impacted by the severe storms and flooding caused by Hurricane Irma. "The Division of Revenue recognizes the impact that Hurricane Irma has had on taxpayers […]
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Governor Carney?s Statement on DowDuPont Announcement

WILMINGTON, Del. – Governor John Carney on Tuesday released the following statement after DowDuPont announced it would move seven Specialty Product business units to Delaware: "This is good news for Delaware, and a recognition that our state has an experienced, world-class workforce that can help DowDuPont grow and thrive. For our state, this will mean […]
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DOJ Consumer Protection Unit Suggests Credit Freeze For Those Affected By Equifax Hack

The Delaware Department of Justice Consumer Protection Unit has the following information and suggestions following news of the theft of personal information relating to more than 140 million individuals from Equifax. Equifax is one of the three major credit bureaus that compile and provide information to lenders about a person's credit. See if you are […]
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Hurricane Harvey ? Additional Extension of Time to File

The Delaware Division of Revenue will extend certain deadlines for filing individual and business tax returns, as well as for making certain tax payments for taxpayers who have been directly impacted by the severe storms and flooding caused by Hurricane Harvey. "The Division of Revenue recognizes the impact that Hurricane Harvey has had on taxpayers […]
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Statewide Unit Count Agreed-Upon Procedures Engagement School Year 2016 ? 2017 ? Lake Forest School District

State Auditor, R. Thomas Wagner, Jr., has released the Statewide Unit Count Agreed-Upon Procedures Engagement Report for the Lake Forest School District, School Year 2016-2017. The Office of Auditor of Accounts (AOA) performed procedures to determine whether Lake Forest School District properly included selected students in the September 30th Unit Count. The majority of our […]
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Delaware Supporting Recovery Efforts

The State of Delaware continues to support hurricane-hit states through the Emergency Management Assistance Compact (EMAC).
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Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police Blotter: Aug. 28-Sept 3

Reminder for the week: Review Delaware's wildlife area maps and regulations. DOVER – To achieve public compliance through education and enforcement actions that help conserve Delaware's fish and wildlife resources and ensure safe boating and public safety, Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police officers between Aug. 28-Sept. 3 made 2,495 contacts with hunters, anglers, boaters and […]
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Rodney Square Killer Sentenced to 30 Years

Other defendants face prison for murder, robbery, weapons, and sex offenses The Wilmington man who stabbed another man to death on Rodney Square will spend the next 30 years in prison or a psychiatric center after being sentenced by a Superior Court judge. In September 2015, Calvin Hooker, 25, stabbed 27-year-old Thomas Cottingham to death […]
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Planning is Vital Before a Disaster Hits

Dover, DE — With 2 major hurricanes approaching the Eastern Seaboard—Irma and Jose—now is the time to take a few moments to locate important documents including your homeowners' insurance policy and policy numbers.  We are only halfway through the hurricane season and this is the perfect time – before a storm or natural disaster – […]
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Delaware Will Compete for Amazon Headquarters

WILMINGTON, Del. – Governor John Carney said Friday that Delaware will submit a proposal to Amazon, which is seeking a location to open its second North American headquarters. The Governor intends to bring together Delaware’s federal delegation, leadership of all four caucuses in the General Assembly, the New Castle County Executive, and the Mayor of […]
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Delaware DOJ Consumer Protection Unit Selected To Host Law Enforcement Training On Financial Exploitation Of Seniors

The Delaware Department of Justice Consumer Protection Unit has been selected as one of 8 jurisdictions around the country to host a training for law enforcement on preventing, investigating and prosecuting financial exploitation of senior citizens. The training, put on by the National White Collar Crime Center and the United States Department of Justice, will […]
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Governor Carney Signs Letter with Ten Governors Urging Congress to Act on DACA

WILMINGTON, Del. – Governor John Carney and ten other Governors on Thursday sent a letter to Congressional leaders, urging Congress to pass legislation that will allow young adults subject to the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program (DACA) to remain in the United States. Below is an excerpt from the letter: "The action President Trump […]
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USDA seeks feedback from Delaware farmers on 2017 small grains production

Delaware Secretary of Agriculture Michael Scuse is reminding farmers to complete the small grain production survey that has been sent out to nearly 300 producers by the USDA's National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS). The agency is taking a comprehensive look into the 2017 production and supply of small grains, which include wheat, oats, barley, and rye. 
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Governor Carney Signs Legislation to Limit Growth in Health Care Spending

HJR 7 will establish health care spending benchmark linked to economic growth  WILMINGTON, Del. – Governor John Carney on Thursday signed House Joint Resolution 7 granting authority to the Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS) to establish a health care spending benchmark for Delaware with a growth rate linked to the overall economy of […]
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Statewide Unit Count Agreed-Upon Procedures Engagement School Year 2016 ? 2017 ? Christina School District

State Auditor, R. Thomas Wasgner, Jr., has released the Statewide Unit Count Agreed-Upon Procedures Engagement Report for the Christina School District, School Year 2016-2017. The Office of Auditor of Accounts (AOA) performed procedures to determine whether Christina School District properly included selected students in the September 30th Unit Count. The majority of our exceptions resulted […]
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Preliminary Flood Insurance Rate Maps appeal period runs through Nov. 6 for parts of New Castle County

DOVER –DNREC's Division of Watershed Stewardship reminds residents of New Castle County that preliminary Flood Insurance Rate Maps for portions of New Castle County released in December 2016 by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) are currently in a 90-day regulatory appeal period ending Nov. 6. Anyone who believes that the preliminary maps (found online […]
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Whether one hive or one hundred, it?s important to register your bee hive

Healthy Bees are essential to Delaware's vegetable production and agricultural economy. Delaware's beekeeping laws aim to reduce the impact of stressors through specific requirements of all beekeepers in the state, such as hive registration, colony and equipment inspection for sale, trade or gifting of bees.
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?Hunting for Hudson: A Quest to Understand the Explorer and his Connection to the Delaware Bay??Lecture at Lewes, Del.?s Zwaanendael Museum on Sept. 9, 2017

First installment of "Global to Local: International Events and the First State," a six-part series exploring how world events impacted Delaware's history.
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Delaware Receives Emergency Management Performance Grants

The Delaware Emergency Management Agency (DEMA) has received more than $3.2 million from the federal government in Emergency Management Performance Grants (EMPG).
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Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission to hold Sept. 14 public hearing in Dover on proposed amendment to Atlantic menhaden management plan

DOVER – DNREC's Division of Fish & Wildlife will host an Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission (ASMFC) public hearing on a proposed amendment to the Interstate Fishery Management Plan for Atlantic Menhaden at 6 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 14 in the DNREC Auditorium, 89 Kings Highway, Dover, DE 19901. Draft Amendment 3 seeks to manage the […]
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Meet the Reps: Global Delaware expands export program, adds new countries and trade reps

Wilmington, DE – Global Delaware is expanding its Strategic Export Program to Colombia, Ireland, Australia, Singapore and Malaysia, and has hired new international trade representatives in each country to help support export efforts by Delaware companies. The new reps will be on hand to present an overview of export opportunities in their respective countries and […]
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DNREC Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police Blotter: Aug. 21-27

DOVER – To achieve public compliance through education and enforcement actions that help conserve Delaware's fish and wildlife resources and ensure safe boating and public safety, Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police officers between Aug. 21-27 made 1,976 contacts with anglers, boaters and the general public, including 254 vessel boardings for boating safety and fishing regulation compliance checks, issuing 53 citations.
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DNREC and Fort Miles Historical Association to commemorate 72nd anniversary of V-J Day at Cape Henlopen State Park

LEWES – On Saturday, Sept. 2, DNREC Secretary Shawn M. Garvin will join with the Fort Miles Historical Association for a commemorative ceremony marking the 72nd anniversary of VJ Day, when the Japanese surrendered on board the U.S.S. Missouri, which ended World War II. The ceremony will be held at the Fort Miles Museum, which is located in DNREC's Cape Henlopen State Park, beginning at 11 a.m. The Fort Miles Historical Association and DNREC's Delaware State Parks have partnered in the effort to restore Fort Miles since 2003. The ceremony will be held in the shadow of one of the big guns that was mounted on the "Mighty Mo" when the surrender took place, and which was put in place at the museum in 2016.
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Life in Prison for 2016 Stabbing Death in Wilmington

Other defendants face prison time for murder, weapons, and robbery charges A 50-year-old Wilmington man will spend the rest of his life in prison for the 2016 killing of his girlfriend. Deputy Attorneys General John Downs and Periann Doko secured the plea of Guilty but Mentally Ill to Murder First Degree and Possession of a […]
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Flags lowered for Dover Police Corporal Thomas Hannon

Governor Carney has ordered both the U.S. and State flags to be flown at half-staff in memory of City of Dover Police Corporal Thomas Hannon. Corporal Hannon, a 12 year veteran with the Dover Police Department, passed away as a result of complications from an injury sustained while on duty. Flags are to remain at […]
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DPH Encourages Residents to Prepare Now for Emergencies as Peak Hurricane Season Begins

The Division of Public Health (DPH) is encouraging everyone to prepare and make your plans now so that you're ready in the event of a natural disaster or other type of emergency.
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Governor Carney Releases Final Report of Department of Correction Independent Review

WILMINGTON, Del. – Governor John Carney on Friday released the final report of the Independent Review into the events of February 1 and February 2 at James T. Vaughn Correctional Center, and issued the following statement: "Thank you to Judge Chapman and former U.S. Attorney Oberly for their hard work on this Independent Review. Their […]
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