Victim of Saturday?s fatal boating accident in Sussex County identified

The victim of an Oct. 28 fatal boating accident on the Broadkill River near Oyster Rocks Road has been identified as Dan M. Cochran IV, 62, of Lewes.
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Delaware and Other States Expand Price-Fixing Suit Against Pharmaceutical Companies

State AGs allege multi-state price-fixing conspiracy involving 18 generic drug companies and two company executives The Delaware Attorney General and other Attorneys General have significantly expanded the scope of a lawsuit against generic drug manufacturers alleging illegal price-fixing agreements. The lawsuit, which now also names two individual executives of the defendant companies, seeks action against […]
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MEDIA ADVISORY

WHAT:           Governor John Carney and DHSS Secretary Dr. Kara Odom Walker will be joined by Insurance Commissioner Trinidad Navarro, Westside Family Healthcare President/CEO Lolita Lopez and others for a kickoff event for the fifth year of Delaware's Health Insurance Marketplace. The press conference also will feature an enrollee on Delaware's Health Insurance Marketplace. Open enrollment, […]
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Enhanced assessments to elevate science instruction

For more than a year, Delaware educators have been working collaboratively across districts and charter schools to create a system of assessments that measures students' true science mastery. Phase I of the assessment planning began in Fall 2016 when students and educators participated in a research and development process to create test items. Final drafts of these items are now available online for all educators to use in classrooms.
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Delaware Transit Corporation Financial Statement Audit ? June 30, 2017

State Auditor, R. Thomas Wagner, Jr., has released the Delaware Transit Corporation financial statement audit for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2017. The audit was performed by Santora CPA Group pursuant to 2 Del. C. §1323.  Santora CPA Group conducted this audit under the direction of the Office of Auditor of Accounts in accordance […]
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Delaware home repair program wins national award

DOVER — Delaware’s new home repair assistance initiative, the Statewide Emergency Repair Program, has received national recognition from the National Council of State Housing Agencies with a 2017 Annual Award for Program Excellence. “We are honored to receive this award on behalf of our partners and the many Delawareans that this home repair work has […]
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Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police Blotter: Oct. 16-22

Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police officers made 4,078 contacts with hunters, anglers, boaters and the general public between Oct. 16 and 22, including 165 vessel boardings for boating safety and fishing regulation compliance checks, issuing 33 citations.
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Wilmington Man Convicted of Murdering Girlfriend in Canby Park

A New Castle County Superior Court jury has convicted a Wilmington man in the 2015 stabbing death of his girlfriend. Gary Perkins, 37, was found guilty of Murder First Degree, Possession of a Deadly Weapon During the Commission of a Felony. Perkins was also convicted of Possession of a Deadly Weapon by a Person Prohibited, […]
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Defendants Face Prison Time for Robbery, Drug, and Weapons Charges

A 26-year-old Wilmington man faces at least 20 years in prison after pleading guilty to two robberies from earlier this year. Deputy Attorneys General Jamie McCloskey and Kelly Sheridan secured the plea from Darius Johns to Robbery Second Degree, Robbery First Degree, Possession of a Firearm by a Person Prohibited, and Conspiracy Second Degree. In […]
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Delaware Steps Up Fight Against Addiction; Begins Work to Expand Mental Health Services

Led by Lt. Governor Hall-Long, new group will develop plan to do more to help Delawareans battle substance abuse, increase mental health treatment options and support families NEW CASTLE, Del. – Delaware officials, health professionals and community advocates came together Friday to take the next step in Delaware's fight against substance use addiction. The Behavioral […]
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October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month

Nearly one in four women, and one in nine men, will experience domestic violence, in their lifetime, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. In Delaware, that translates to 136,000 women and approximately 108,000 men who have been impacted. As October draws to a close, the Division of Public Health (DPH) is highlighting Domestic Violence Awareness Month and the long-term health impacts of this important social issue.
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DPH Confirms First Influenza Cases for 2017-2018 Flu Season

The Delaware Division of Public Health (DPH) is reporting the state's first laboratory-confirmed cases of influenza for the 2017-2018 flu season. Six individuals have been diagnosed with the flu to date in October.
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DHSS Seeks Public Comment by Nov. 13 on Health Care Spending Benchmark Draft Plan

NEW CASTLE (Oct. 25, 2017) – The Delaware Department of Health and Social Services continues its work to adopt value-based payment reform strategies as part of the effort to establish a health care spending benchmark for the state and recently published a draft plan. Public comment is currently being sought on the plan, "Delaware's Road […]
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Deadline Approaches for Delaware Unclaimed Property Voluntary Disclosure Agreement

The clock is ticking for Delaware companies that may wish to convert their abandoned and unclaimed property audits to a Voluntary Disclosure Agreement offered by the Secretary of State. Eligible firms have until Dec. 11, 2017 to choose a VDA conversion.
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Media Advisory: 2017 Delaware Arts Summit ? Arts for All: Transforming Individuals & Communities

2017 Delaware Arts Summit: Arts for All: Transforming Individuals & Communities WHAT: The Arts Summit brings together Delaware's arts community to connect, learn, and get inspired. The speakers and sessions will illuminate ways to create value and increase the impact of the arts to purposefully enhance well-being, understanding, learning, and creativity for all. Sessions include: […]
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Grants For Crime Reduction, Community Programs and Projects Available from Neighborhood Building Blocks Fund

Applications are being accepted from community organizations for $1.3 million in funds to support crime reduction, neighborhood revitalization, and economic development programs statewide, with special emphasis on programs in and around downtown areas and neighborhoods, Attorney General Matt Denn and Delaware Division of Small Business, Development and Tourism Director Cerron Cade announced Tuesday. Applications are […]
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Delaware Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs to sponsor 12 free programs during November 2017

18th Century Market Fair, candle making and music of World War I among the events to be presented.
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DNREC?s Division of Energy & Climate to hold public workshops Oct. 30 and 31 on new energy efficiency industrial grants

DNREC's Division of Energy & Climate will host two public workshops to discuss updates to the Energy Efficiency Investment Fund (EEIF), and to announce the launch of a new program, Energy Efficiency Industrial (E2I) grants.
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Study Gives Delaware A+ for Small Business Friendliness

Division of Small Business, Development & Tourism hosting listening sessions statewide WILMINGTON, Del. – Delaware received an A+ rating and ranked #2 out of 50 states in the 2017 Small Business Friendliness Survey released on Thursday by Thumbtack, a web and phone application for small businesses. Thumbtack awarded the state A+ ratings in 9 of […]
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Delaware does not have a General Election in November 2017!

Delaware does not have a General Election in odd numbered years. Are you missing the yard signs, candidate mailings, and other signs of an election? The reason is that there is no General Election in Delaware in 2017.
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Joint Statement from the Delaware Department of Justice and the Harford County State?s Attorney

Prosecutors from the Delaware Department of Justice and the Harford County State's Attorney's Office conferred today on the criminal prosecutions of Radee Prince and agreed that Prince should be tried for his Delaware offenses first and then tried for his Maryland crimes. In Delaware, Prince faces charges of Attempted Murder in the First Degree, Possession […]
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DNREC Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police Blotter: Oct. 9-15

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 Oct. 9-15 made 1,389 contacts with hunters, anglers, boaters and the general public, including 54 vessel boardings for boating safety and fishing regulation compliance checks, issuing 29 citations.
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Convictions, Sentences For Weapons, Assault, Robbery, Child Pornography

A 41-year-old Wilmington man faces at least 6 years in prison after pleading guilty to weapons charges. Deputy Attorney General Allison Abessinio secured the plea from Robert Johnson. During a fight in September 2016, Johnson stabbed 57-year-old Carl Huggins multiple times in his home in the 400 block of North Church Street in Wilmington. The […]
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DNREC?s 10th annual Blackbird Creek Fall Festival to celebrate Delaware?s natural treasures

DNREC and the Delaware National Estuarine Research Reserve (DNERR) will showcase one of the most natural areas in Delaware when the 10th Annual Blackbird Creek Fall Festival is held Saturday, Oct. 21 on the Delaware Bayshore Byway.
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Delaware Working to Make Schools Safer

As we close "Safe Schools Week" across the country, and in Delaware, efforts to enhance safety in public and charter schools throughout the state are chronicled in a recent report from Department of Safety and Homeland Security (DSHS) Secretary Robert Coupe to the General Assembly.
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50 Attorneys General Reach $120 Million Settlement With General Motors Over Defective Ignition Switch

General Motors Company ("GM") and 50 attorneys general, including Delaware, have settled allegations GM concealed safety issues related to ignition-switch-related defects in GM vehicles, resulting in changes to the way the company represents cars to be "safe" as well as payments to the states. General Motors Company ("GM") and 50 attorneys general, including Delaware, have […]
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Delaware Submits Proposal for Amazon?s Second North American Headquarters

Governor Carney releases video, highlights Delaware's competitiveness, low tax burden, educated workforce WILMINGTON, Del. – Governor John Carney on Thursday announced three sites that Delaware has proposed to Amazon as the home for the company's second North American headquarters. Governor Carney made the announcement at The Delaware Contemporary on Thursday afternoon on the Wilmington Riverfront, […]
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OAW Announces Arrest in Seaford Animal Cruelty Case

Officers from the Division of Public Health (DPH) Office of Animal Welfare (OAW) have made an arrest in a recent case in which 32 neglected animals were rescued from a residence in the Seaford area.
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Free college applications, more offered during Delaware?s College Application Month

Delaware high school students can apply to select colleges and universities for free in October and November in celebration of the state's fifth annual College Application Month, which began this week and runs through Nov. 17.
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Delaware sees increases in AP participation, performance

More Delaware public school students are taking and excelling in Advanced Placement courses. New data from the College Board, which administers the tests for the courses that can earn students college credits while in high school, shows that in the past decade Delaware has steadily increased both student participation and performance.
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POSTPONED: Town Hall Meeting on Wilmington Schools

Governor Carney to hold Facebook Live Q&A on Education TONIGHT at 7 p.m. WILMINGTON, Del. – Given the ongoing search for a suspect wanted in connection with shooting incidents in Wilmington and Edgewood, Md., tonight's town hall meeting on Wilmington schools at Bancroft Elementary School has been postponed. At 7 p.m. tonight, Governor Carney will […]
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Investment in young farmers strengthens Delaware?s economic future

Delaware farmers, between 18 and 40 years old have the opportunity to apply for the Young Farmers Loan Program through November 30, 2017. The program provides long-term, no-interest loans to help eligible farmers purchase land, reducing the financial impact on farmers just starting out or looking to expand.
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Commissioner Navarro Announces Workers Compensation Rate Decrease

Dover, DE – Delaware Insurance Commissioner Trinidad Navarro is pleased to announce there will be a decrease in Workers Compensation Insurance Rates, effective December 1st, 2017. "I am thrilled to see an agreement come so quickly from the Delaware Compensation Rating Bureau (DCRB), the Ratepayer Advocate, and my staff.  I was anxious to see the […]
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DNREC?s Division of Parks & Recreation to hold low digit surf tag auction at 3rd annual Boo-Que

DNREC's Division of Parks & Recreation will hold a live auction for low-digit surf fishing tags at 2:30 pm, Saturday, Oct. 21 at Delaware Seashore State Park. The auction will take place during the third annual "Boo-Que by the Sea," a two-day barbeque cook-off competition that begins Friday, Oct. 20 at the park.
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Turn in Unused and Expired Medications on Drug Take-Back Day: October 28, 2017

With hundreds of lives being lost to drug overdoses each year in our state, Delaware will hold a Drug Take-Back Day on Saturday, October 28, 2017, to help reduce the risk of prescription medications being diverted for misuse. Delawareans can discard their expired or unused medications at 22 locations statewide between 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m.
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DNREC?s Division of Fish & Wildlife announces annual fall trout stocking for White Clay Creek

DNREC's Division of Fish & Wildlife announced today the annual fall trout stocking for White Clay Creek – a DNREC practice since 2007 allowing anglers an opportunity to do some fall fishing in a mellow sporting season.
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Sussex Tech teacher named Delaware?s 2018 Teacher of the Year

A high school English teacher from the Sussex Technical School District is Delaware's 2018 State Teacher of the Year. Governor John Carney made the announcement tonight at the annual banquet honoring the 20 district and charter teachers of the year at Dover Downs Hotel and Conference Center in Dover.
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DNREC?s Division of Energy & Climate supports sustainable community planning projects with grant funding for five Delaware cities and towns

DNREC's Division of Energy & Climate has awarded a total of $245,000 in grant funding to the cities of Wilmington and Newark, and the towns of Frederica, Milton, and Fenwick Island through the Sustainable Communities Planning Grant Program. The grants support the creation of local sustainability plans that will ultimately serve over 100,000 Delaware residents. In addition to providing funding, DNREC staff will work with communities, providing technical assistance and guidance throughout the process.
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Delaware Division for the Visually Impaired Recognizes White Cane Safety Day with Oct. 20 Event

NEW CASTLE (Oct. 17, 2017) – The Delaware Division for the Visually Impaired (DVI) will commemorate White Cane Safety Day during a public event Oct. 20 designed to celebrate the contributions of those with visual impairments, further raise awareness of blindness and encourage the development of new technologies that build independence for individuals who are […]
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Water Infrastructure Advisory Council to meet Wednesday, Oct. 18 in Dover

The Delaware Water Infrastructure Advisory Council will meet Wednesday, Oct. 18 at 9 a.m. in Conference Room 220, Kent County Administrative Complex, 555 S. Bay Road, Dover, DE 19901.
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Department of Justice Announces Indictments Arising From February Incident at James T. Vaughn Correctional Center

Sixteen Inmates Charged with First Degree Murder The Delaware Department of Justice announced indictments against 18 individuals — including charging 16 individuals with first degree murder – in connection with the February 1-2, 2017 incident at the James T. Vaughn Correctional Center that resulted in the murder of Lieutenant Steven Floyd, injuries to Correctional Officers […]
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Gov. and First Lady Carney to Greet Halloween Trick-or-Treaters at Woodburn

Trick-or-treaters invited to the governor's home on Tuesday, Oct. 31, 2017, between 5 p.m. and 8 p.m.
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Top mathematics, science teachers recognized

Seven Delaware teachers have been named finalists for the highest recognition that K-12 mathematics and science teachers can receive for outstanding teaching in the United States. These finalists will be honored at a banquet in Dover on November 9, alongside the state's Lifetime Achievement Award winners, who will be named at the event.
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Recycling Public Advisory Council to meet Wednesday, Oct. 25 at DSWA?s Delaware Recycling Center in New Castle

DOVER – Delaware's Recycling Public Advisory Council (RPAC) will meet at 1 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 25 at the Delaware Solid Waste Authority's Delaware Recycling Center, 1101 Lambsons Lane, New Castle, DE 19720. The RPAC meeting agenda can be found on the Statewide Meeting Calendar.
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Delaware to Participate in the Great American ShakeOut

Delaware residents and businesses are encouraged to take part in the 5th Annual Great American ShakeOut earthquake drill, Thursday, October 19 at 10:19 a.m. across the southeast United States.
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Halloween Family Fun Day at Woodburn: The Governor?s Residence on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2017

Activities will include tours of the home, games and crafts.
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More Than 90 Students Will Receive Career-Building Experiences During Disability Mentoring Day in New Castle, Kent and Sussex Counties

NEW CASTLE (Oct. 16, 2017) – More than 90 students with disabilities are expected to participate in career-building experiences during Delaware's Disability Mentoring Day on Oct. 18 at locations in New Castle, Kent and Sussex counties. Disability Mentoring Day is held each October during National Disability Employment Awareness Month. This year, several New Castle County […]
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Lt. Governor Hall-Long Releases Agenda for First Behavioral Health Consortium Meeting

Behavioral Health Consortium Friday, October 27th 10:30A-12:00P, Buena Vista Call to Order, 10:30A:   Welcome from Lt. Governor Hall-Long and Dr. Rattay Senate Bill 111 Overview and Origin   Introduction of Consortium Members   Objectives and Overview of the Consortium   General Guidelines and Framework of the Consortium   Behavioral and Mental Health Task Force […]
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DNREC Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police Blotter: Oct. 2-8

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 Oct. 2-8 made 1,857 contacts with hunters, anglers, boaters and the general public.
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Navarro Statement Denouncing President Trump?s Signing of Executive Order Stopping Vital Cost-Sharing Payments

Insurance Commissioner: "Playing politics with peoples' healthcare has consequences." Dover, DE – Delaware Insurance Commissioner Trinidad Navarro released the following statement denouncing  President Donald J. Trump's signing of Executive Order Ending Cost-Sharing Reductions. "Every American deserves access to affordable and quality healthcare. President Trump's decision to terminate critical cost-sharing payments is a nefarious attempt to […]
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Life in Prison for Gunman in Paladin Club Shooting

Other defendants face prison time for murder and weapons charges One of the men responsible for the murders of a Wilmington couple in 2013 will spend the rest of his life in prison. Aaron Thompson, 34, of Wilmington was sentenced to two life terms plus 45 years for his June 2017 conviction on two counts […]
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DNREC announces upcoming youth hunting days

Youth waterfowl day set for Oct. 21, youth deer hunting day Nov. 4   DOVER – To promote the sport and provide additional hunting opportunities, DNREC's Division of Fish & Wildlife has designated three upcoming Saturdays as youth hunting days on both public and private lands statewide. Youth waterfowl hunting days for youth hunters ages 10 […]
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Lt. Governor Hall-Long?s Statement on President Trump?s Executive Order Ending Health Care Cost-Sharing Reductions

DOVER, Del- Lt. Governor Bethany Hall-Long released the following statement in light of President Trump’s Executive Order ending health care cost-sharing reductions, ending affordable healthcare for thousands of Delawareans: "I am deeply disappointed by President Trump’s decision to limit coverage options and increase premiums for millions of Americans receiving affordable health care. His executive order will […]
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Governor Carney?s Statement on President Trump?s Decision to End Health Care Cost-Sharing Reductions

WILMINGTON, Del. – Governor John Carney on Friday released the following statement after President Trump's decision to end federal cost-sharing reductions that make health insurance and health care affordable for low-income Delawareans: "President Trump's decision to end cost-sharing reductions will hurt thousands of low-income Delawareans who use those subsidies to make their health insurance and […]
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Revenue Announces Threshold Updates Under the Delaware Competes Act

The Division of Revenue announced the annual adjustments to filing thresholds for small businesses and employers under the Delaware Competes Act. These threshold adjustments are intended to ensure that small businesses continue to reap the benefits of the Delaware Competes Act for years to come. As noted last year, the safe harbor provision for small […]
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Governor Carney Launches ?NSA Day of Cyber? School Challenge at Secure Delaware 2017

Challenge launched during National Cyber Security Awareness Month to ignite student interest in the high-demand cyber security field    DOVER, Del. — As part of National Cyber Security Awareness Month, Governor John Carney on Wednesday joined Delaware Department of Technology and Information's (DTI) Chief Information Officer James Collins and Chief Security Officer Elayne Starkey, as […]
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DNREC?s Division of Watershed Stewardship invites public to Chapel Branch Nature Day for family fun and volunteer cleanup Saturday, Oct. 14 in Seaford

SEAFORD – The Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control's Division of Watershed Stewardship, along with the Nanticoke River Watershed Conservancy and the Delaware Nature Society, invites the public to the Chapel Branch Nature Area for a day of outdoor activities from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 14. The nature area's address is […]
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Governor Carney, Christina School District, Christina Education Association Announce Letter of Intent to Form Wilmington Schools Partnership

State of Delaware, Christina, CEA also announce town hall meetings to gather feedback from families, educators WILMINGTON, Del. – Governor John Carney, Christina School District Superintendent Richard Gregg, and Christina Education Association President Darren Tyson announced on Thursday that they have signed a joint letter of intent to work together and develop a partnership with […]
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DPH Announces Delaware?s First Case of West Nile Virus in Humans in Two Years

A 70-year-old Kent County woman was briefly hospitalized with West Nile virus (WNV) and is now recovering at home. The case is the first lab-confirmed human WNV case reported in 2017.
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November 11th: Veterans Day Service

Veterans Day Service  Saturday, November 11, 2017 at 10:30am – The War Memorial Plaza/ DE Memorial Bridge – 163 Cherry Lane, New Castle, DE  19720 The Delaware Commission of Veterans Affairs and the Disabled American Veterans are hosting this year’s Veterans Day Service. Please join us to pay tribute to all who have served and to all […]
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DNREC groundbreaking ceremony for new Fork Branch Trail held in Dover

DOVER – Governor John Carney was joined by DNREC Secretary Shawn M. Garvin, Kent County Tourism Director Wendie Vestfall, other state and city officials, and members of the conservation community, to break ground for the new Fork Branch Trail in Dover. "Our state's trails are not just good for trail users, they're also good for our […]
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DE Residents Who Attended VA Chili Cook-Off Asked to Complete Survey in Wake of Foodborne Illness Outbreak

Delawareans who attended the Chincoteague Chili Chowder Cook-Off, in Chincoteague, Virginia, on September 30, 2017, are being asked to complete an online survey in the wake of a foodborne illness outbreak associated with the event.
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Department of Justice Begins New Program to Help Delawareans Denied Coverage for Substance Abuse Treatment

Program will provide assistance to persons appealing denials of insurance and Medicaid coverage for substance abuse treatment Attorney General Matt Denn announced Wednesday that the Delaware Department of Justice's new legal assistance program for Delawareans denied insurance coverage for substance abuse treatment is in operation and ready to assist Delawareans dealing with coverage denials. Delawareans […]
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Halloween-related programs at Lewes, Del.?s Zwaanendael Museum in October 2017

"Who Did In the Delaware Ducks?" and "Mysteries of History" to be featured
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Parts of Alapocas Run State Park to be closed and cordoned off for Sunday, Oct. 15 implosion of Bancroft Mills smokestack

WILMINGTON – DNREC's Division of Parks & Recreation announced today that the southern section of Alapocas Run State Park along the Brandywine River will be closed Sunday, Oct. 15 for the implosion of a smokestack at the former Bancroft Mills site.
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Nov. 4th @ 6pm: 4th Annual DE Veterans Trust Fund Dinner

November 4th, Saturday evening from 6pm to 9pm. Dover Downs Hotel and Casino-1131 N. DuPont Hwy, Dover, DE  19901 Saturday, November 4th will be packed full of great of events honoring our veterans in Delaware. We have the Veterans Day Parade in the morning and the WWI Monument Dedication Ceremony promptly afterwards. The two early events should […]
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Delaware Flu Season Starts; Governor Carney Gets His Flu Shot at DPH Clinic

Today Governor John Carney rolled up his sleeve to get his annual flu shot at the Division of Public Health's (DPH) drive-thru flu clinic in Dover, officially launching the state's flu season prevention efforts.
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Delaware 2018 Teacher of the Year to be named

One of 20 outstanding public school teachers from across the state will be named Delaware's 2018 Teacher of the Year a week from tonight.
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Nov. 4th: Dover?s Veterans Day Parade & WWI Monument Dedication

Dover’s Veterans Day Parade – Saturday, Nov. 4th at 9:30 am – Downtown Dover (Loockerman St. to Federal St.) The City of Dover is hosting this year’s Veterans Day Parade along with the Delaware Commission of Veterans Affairs. Please join us Saturday morning on November 4th at 9:30am. For those who are interested in participating, please […]
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31 Severely Neglected Animals Rescued in Seaford

On Sunday, October 8, 2017, the Division of Public Delaware Office of Animal Welfare received a tip about a property in the Seaford area with neglected animals. Delaware Animal Services (DAS), the state's animal control and cruelty enforcement unit, found approximately 43 dead dogs and took into custody another 32 animals, including 31 dogs and a cat.
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7th Annual Arborist and Tree Care Seminar on Oct. 30 and 31 at State Fairgrounds in Harrington

The Delaware Forest Service's urban and community forestry program will hold its 7th Annual Delaware Arborist and Tree Care Seminar—a one and a half-day seminar on October 30 and 31, 2017 at the Delaware State Fairgrounds Exhibit Hall. Speakers include tree care experts, policymakers, and academic researchers who will incorporate classroom lectures, outdoor demonstrations, and vendor exhibits to cover tree pest and disease issues, tree care management, and best practices in worker safety and pesticide use. online registrationAttendees can earn continuing education credits from the International Society of Arboriculture, Maryland Licensed Tree Expert, and Delaware pesticide certification. Cost is $95 for both days (meals and snacks included). Register at this link or click the image at right. For information, email Kesha.Braunskill@state.de.us.
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Programs ?from the dark side? to be featured at the New Castle Court House Museum in October 2017

"William Penn Day" plus readings and historical theater to be featured.
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?18th Century Trades Day? and evening lantern tours to be featured at Dover, Del.?s John Dickinson Plantation in October 2017

Activities feature two special programs that explore 18th-century trades and pastimes that might have taken place at the property during the lifetime of the "Penman of the Revolution."
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Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police Blotter: Sept. 25-Oct. 1

Natural Resources Police officers between Sept. 25-Oct. 1 made 2,040 contacts with hunters, anglers, boaters and the general public, including 72 vessel boardings for boating safety and fishing regulation compliance checks, issuing 59 citations.
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More Delaware hunting seasons open this month

Muzzleloader deer season underway; snow goose starts Tuesday, Oct. 10   DOVER –  As more of Delaware's hunting seasons open this month, hunters are reminded that the state now has Sunday deer hunting, with five Sundays open this season, including Sunday, Oct. 8, during muzzleloader and archery seasons. Hunting seasons opening in October: Muzzleloader deer: […]
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Statement from Delaware Department of Justice re Caesar Rodney High School photo incident

This type of conduct is abhorrent and the school should certainly pursue disciplinary action. Based upon information presented to the Delaware Department of Justice today, there is insufficient evidence to pursue criminal charges at this time.  DOJ will assess the results of the full investigation, including police reports and interviews, and any additional evidence that […]
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Governor Carney, Agencies and ILA Partner for Puerto Rico Donation Drive

Donated items will be accepted at Delaware State Police, Port of Wilmington WILMINGTON, Del. – Governor John Carney, the Delaware Emergency Management Agency (DEMA), Delaware State Police, and Delaware Citizen Corps, in conjunction with the International Longshoremen's Association and the Port of Wilmington, announced on Thursday a campaign to gather donated supplies to aid relief […]
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Delaware?s State Museum System Awarded National Accreditation

Delaware's state museum system has been accredited by the American Alliance of Museums (AAM), the highest recognition afforded to museums in the United States. Administered by the Delaware Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs, the system includes five museums as well as the archaeological and historic objects collections curated by the state.
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Office of the State Treasurer Bank Reconciliations Agreed-Upon Procedures Report ? Quarter Ended June 30, 2017

State Auditor, R. Thomas Wagner, Jr., has released the Independent Accountants' Report on Applying Agreed-Upon Procedures for the Office of the State Treasurer Bank Reconciliations for the quarter ended June 30, 2017. The engagement was conducted by the certified public accounting firm of Zelenkofske Axelrod LLC in compliance with 29 Del. C. Section 2906, as […]
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Commissioner Navarro Releases Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield ACA Rate

Dover, DE – Delaware's Affordable Care Act ("ACA") Marketplace rate for 2018 was announced today by Commissioner Trinidad Navarro.  On June 14th, Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield of Delaware ("Highmark") requested a 33.6% rate increase for ACA (Obamacare) individual Marketplace policies.  A rate increase of 25% was ultimately approved following months of review, examinations, public […]
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Carney, Carper, Coons, Blunt Rochester Announce a $3 Million Grant Award for Delaware Innovation Space

WILMINGTON, Del. – Today, Governor John Carney, U.S. Senators Tom Carper and Chris Coons, and Congresswoman Lisa Blunt Rochester (all D-Del.) announced a $3 million grant award from the U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA). This federal grant will support capital investments in the Delaware Innovation Space, a new mission based public-private partnership between the State […]
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DNREC?s Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police searching for suspect in assault of an officer

DNREC Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police are searching for a suspect in an assault on one of their officers in the Nanticoke Wildlife Area near Laurel.
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Flag Status Update

On Monday, and in conformance with an order from President Trump, Governor Carney ordered the Delaware and United States flags to be flown at half-staff until the close of business this Friday in sympathy for the victims of the violence in Las Vegas.  Governor Carney has since extended the current half-staff status of the United […]
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Governor Carney to Christina Board: Let?s Partner to Improve Wilmington Schools

WILMINGTON, Del. – Governor John Carney on Tuesday met with the Christina Board of Education during a study session at Bancroft Elementary School to discuss a proposed partnership between the state and Christina School District to more effectively serve educators and students in Christina schools in the City of Wilmington. The following are excerpts from […]
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DNREC announces initiation of process to develop regulations for Coastal Zone Conversion Permits

Today the Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC) announced the initiation of the process to amend Delaware Coastal Zone Act regulations to incorporate the provisions of the Coastal Zone Conversion Permit Act (HB190). Governor John Carney signed HB190 into law on Aug. 2. The Act authorizes DNREC to issue permits for construction and operation of new heavy industry uses at 14 existing heavy industry use sites within the state's Coastal Zone.
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Governor Carney to Receive Flu Shot at Drive-Thru Clinic

Free flu shots from Division of Public Health on October 10 in Dover DOVER, Del. – Governor John Carney will attend the Division of Public Health's (DPH) drive-thru flu vaccination clinic on Tuesday, October 10, and receive his flu shot following an 11:00 a.m. press conference at the DelDOT Administration Building, 800 S. Bay Road […]
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New Director Appointed to the Division of Revenue

Delaware Department of Finance Secretary Rick Geisenberger has announced the appointment of Jennifer Noel, Esq. as the new Director for the Division of Revenue, effective October 1, 2017. Ms. Noel has represented the Department of Finance, the Division of Revenue, and the Division of Accounting as a Deputy Attorney General since 2012. In this role, […]
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Downtown Development District Grant Applications Open

Projects in Dover, Georgetown, Harrington, Laurel, Milford, Seaford, Smyrna and Wilmington Eligible For Funding DOVER — The Delaware State Housing Authority is accepting applications through December 15 for large project grants through the Downtown Development District Program. The grants provide up to 20 percent rebates on qualified real property investments in one of the eight […]
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DNREC issues cease and desist Secretary?s Order to Anderson?s Recycling, Inc. for scrap tire violations

DNREC has issued a cease and desist order to Anderson's Recycling, Inc. for violations of Delaware's laws and regulations governing solid waste related to the transportation and management of scrap tires.
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Imagine A Litter-Free Delaware Clean Up Scheduled

The Delaware Department of Transportation (DelDOT) is asking Adopt-A-Highway volunteers and others to help clean up Delaware’s roadsides during the department’s 13th annual Imagine A Litter-Free Delaware event, which will be held between 8am and 5pm on Saturday, October 20, and Sunday October 21, 2017. The rain date will be Saturday, October 28, and Sunday, October 29, 2017. […]
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DNREC?s Division of Fish & Wildlife seeking great shots from Delaware hunters for annual photo contest

Entries accepted through Jan. 31, with new digital submission option Fishing photo contest ending Oct. 31  DOVER – DNREC's Division of Fish & Wildlife invites hunters and outdoor photographers to enter the 2017/2018 Delaware Hunting Photo Contest. The winning photo will appear either on the cover or be featured inside the 2018/2019 Delaware Hunting & Trapping […]
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Statewide Unit Count Agreed-Upon Procedures Engagement School Year 2016 ? 2017 ? Kuumba Academy Charter School

State Auditor, R. Thomas Wagner, Jr., has released the Statewide Unit Count Agreed-Upon Procedures Report for Kuumba Academy Charter School, School Year 2016 – 2017. The Office of Auditor of Accounts (AOA) performed procedures to determine whether Kuumba Academy Charter School properly included selected students in the September 30th Unit Count. The exceptions noted in […]
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Flag Lowering for Las Vegas Victims

This morning, President Trump ordered American flags at all U.S. government buildings and facilities to be flown at half-staff until October 6, 2017 as a mark of respect for the victims of the senseless act of violence in Las Vegas. In concurrence with the President's order and as an expression of Delaware's sympathy for the […]
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DHSS Announces Highmark and AmeriHealth Caritas Selected to Operate Medicaid Managed Care Program

NEW CASTLE (Sept. 29, 2017) – The Department of Health and Social Services announced today that it has selected two companies to operate its Medicaid Managed Care Program. DHSS' Division of Medicaid and Medical Assistance will continue its MCO partnership with Highmark Health Options Blue Cross Blue Shield, which began in 2015. In addition, DHSS […]
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