DNREC?s Recycling Program offers ?Bin It to Win It? educational recycling game for middle schools

DNREC's Solid and Hazardous Waste Management Section's Recycling Program has a new interactive game that travels to Delaware middle schools and helps enlighten students about single-stream recycling. The "Bin It to Win It" game is part of the Recycling Program's new "Clean the Stream" recycling campaign.
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State Rep. Melanie George Smith visits Buena Vista to celebrate accreditation by the American Alliance of Museums

Accreditation is the highest recognition afforded to museums in the United States.
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Arrests made for dumping on state wildlife areas

DNREC Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police concluded multiple investigations into illegal trash dumping on state wildlife areas with the recent arrests of two downstate men in separate incidents.
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Flags to be lowered March 2 for passing of Billy Graham

With the passing of Reverend Billy Graham on Wednesday, February 21 2018, President Trump has ordered American flags at all government buildings and facilities be flown at half-staff the day of his interment, this Friday March 2. In concurrence with the President's order, Governor Carney has ordered the American and Delaware flags at state buildings […]
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DNREC?S Division of Parks & Recreation announces fee season to take effect in state parks on March 1

DNREC's Division of Parks & Recreation reminds visitors to Delaware's state parks that entrance fees will be in effect starting Thursday, March 1 through Nov. 30, 2018.
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DNREC announces the Point at Cape Henlopen to close March 1 for 2018 beachnesting season

The Point at Cape Henlopen State Park, including a stretch of ocean beach and dunes, and a half mile along the bay shoreline, will close beginning Thursday, March 1, for the benefit of threatened and endangered beachnesters and migratory shorebirds.
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Weekly Flu Cases Hit Record High Again; DPH Reports Five Additional Flu-Related Deaths

Single-week totals for flu cases are again hitting record highs. For the week of February 11-18, 2018, the Division of Public Health (DPH) is reporting 1,521 laboratory-confirmed influenza cases. The total number of flu cases for the season is now at 5,758, an all-time high since record-keeping began with the 2004-2005 season. These numbers only reflect only laboratory-confirmed flu cases and the actual number of flu cases in the community is likely much higher.
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Delaware Joins ?States for Gun Safety? Coalition

Multi-state partnership is aimed at preventing gun-related violence WILMINGTON, Del. – Governor John Carney announced on Monday that Delaware will join States for Gun Safety, a multi-state partnership aimed at preventing gun-related violence. "Working together, states can take action that will directly confront the threat of gun violence, and reduce the toll it takes on […]
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March 8 Medicare Roadshow in Delaware to Feature Information on New Medicare Card

NEW CASTLE (Feb. 26, 2018) – Medicare beneficiaries, caregivers and others can find out more the new Medicare Card and other senior and consumer-focused topics and programs at the Medicare Roadshow, on Thursday, March 8, from 9 to 11:30 a.m. at the Newark Senior Center, 200 Whitechapel Drive, Newark. The free event is being offered […]
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ADVISORY: Governor Carney Announces School Visits to Discuss Proposed Investments in Public Education

WILMINGTON, Del. – Governor John Carney will spend several days highlighting proposed investments in teachers, high-needs schools, and early learning. Governor Carney will make several stops at schools across Delaware. The Governor also will host a Facebook Live Town Hall with Dr. Susan Bunting, Secretary of the Delaware Department of Education, and take questions on […]
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Man Pleads Guilty in 2017 Laurel Murder

Robbery, burglary, forgery, patient abuse cases also resolved A 2017 shooting in Laurel left an 18-year-old dead, and will lead to prison for the 19-year-old shooter. Deputy Attorneys General Casey L. Ewart and Kevin Gardner secured a guilty plea to Manslaughter, 3 counts of Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Felony, and […]
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Statement from Governor Carney on Gun Safety Laws

WILMINGTON, Del. – Governor John Carney issued the following statement on gun safety laws: "Over the past several years, Delaware has made progress in strengthening our gun safety laws, to help give law enforcement the tools they need to more effectively confront gun violence. We're also continuing to work with school districts to ensure that […]
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DNREC announces new director of the Division of Energy & Climate

The Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control this week introduced Andrea Kreiner as DNREC's new director of the Division of Energy & Climate.
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Study: Delaware Tourism has another record-breaking year

A record nine million people visited Delaware in 2016, marking increases in visitors, dollars spent in Delaware and an even greater impact on the state's economy. Those visitors contributed $3.3 billion to Delaware's gross domestic product in 2016, according to data released today from the Delaware Tourism Office. "Tourism is a crucial part of Delaware's […]
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Governor Carney Signs Executive Order on Health Care Spending

Advisory group will advance health care benchmark initiative to reduce costs, improve outcomes WILMINGTON, Del. – Taking the next step in implementing a health care spending benchmark for Delaware, Governor John Carney has signed an executive order establishing the Health Care Delivery and Cost Advisory Group to provide feedback to the Secretary of the Department […]
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National Women?s History Month events among 16 special programs at the museums of the State of Delaware during March 2018

Highlights include programs on women's suffrage, Harriet Tubman and the female vocalists of the Victor Talking Machine Company.
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Delaware Forestry Association annual meeting is March 22 in Bridgeville; Scholarship applications due by April 1.

The Delaware Forestry Association (DFA) will present its 2018 "Tree Farmer of the Year" award on Thursday, March 22, at its annual banquet and meeting at the Bridgeville Fire Hall, 311 Market Street, Bridgeville, Delaware 19933, (302) 337-7272. Tickets are $27 for adults, $13.50 for children ages 6 to 12, and free for children 6 and under. Reservations are kindly requested by March 16. The Delaware Forestry Association is also offering its annual $1000 scholarship to a student who chooses forestry or a related major at a two-year or four-year accredited college or university. Applications are due by April 1 and the winner will be notified by May 1.
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Delaware offers produce safety trainings to help farmers meet FSMA requirement

DOVER, Del. – The Delaware Department of Agriculture is offering two one-day courses in March to help farmers growing fruits and vegetables comply with the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) Produce Safety Rule. "About 1 in 6 Americans gets sick each year from foodborne illness," said Secretary of Agriculture Michael T. Scuse. "The Food Safety […]
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DNREC opens nominations for Coastal Zone Conversion Permit Act Regulatory Advisory Committee

Nominations are now being accepted for membership on the Coastal Zone Conversion Permit Act Regulatory Advisory Committee. The committee will comprise 15 to 21 members, representing different stakeholder interests and areas of technical expertise related to Delaware's Coastal Zone. Nominations are due by March 23.
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Charter School Accountability Committee recommends conditions on Delaware Academy of Public Safety and Security?s charter

The Delaware Department of Education's Charter School Accountability Committee today recommended four conditions that Delaware Academy of Public Safety and Security (DAPPS) must meet to retain its charter for next academic year due to academic, organizational and financial problems at the New Castle school. A public hearing is scheduled for 5 p.m. March 9 at the Collette Building, 35 Commerce Way, Dover. Public comment will be accepted through March 9. After reviewing the full record, Secretary of Education Susan Bunting will present her decision regarding the school's future to the State Board of Education for its assent at the State Board's March 15 meeting.
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Dog in Houston tests positive for rabies

DOVER — A family dog in Houston, Delaware tested positive for rabies after biting his two adult owners. The victims were bitten while attempting to put the dog in a kennel and the animal became aggressive towards them. The dog was not leashed when outside and the home has no fenced backyard, so it is […]
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Advisory Council on Wildlife and Freshwater Fish to meet Feb. 27 to discuss 2018/19 Migratory Game Bird Seasons

Delaware's Advisory Council on Wildlife and Freshwater Fish will meet at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 28, in the DNREC Auditorium, 89 Kings Highway, Dover, DE 19901.
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2018 Open Data Challenge Brings Together DelDOT, DNREC to Improve Access to Recreation for All Delawareans

Citizen coders and civic technologists from across Delaware are set to take on the state's second annual Open Data Challenge, harnessing the power of public datasets to come up with new solutions to big statewide problems.
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Applications now being accepted for Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police?s 3rd Annual Youth Academies

If you are a student aged 12 to 15, Delaware Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police is once again offering summer Youth Academies.
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Single-Week Flu Cases Increase Again, DPH Reports Additional Flu Deaths, Including First in Kent County

The Division of Public Health (DPH) reports that there were 1,268 lab-confirmed flu cases recorded between February 4 to February 10. This brings the season's total to 4,235. Last season's final figures of 4,590, were the highest number of seasonal cases since record keeping began in 2004.
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Secretary of Finance Announces Successful Bond Sale

Finance Secretary Rick Geisenberger today announced that the State closed on the sale of $250 million in triple-A-rated general obligation bonds in last week's bond sale. This was the second bond sale within four months. "New federal tax policy eliminates the State's ability to 'advance' refund its general obligation bonds for savings, so, in November, […]
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Ten Downtown Development District Rebate Projects Announced

$4.3 million in rebates will leverage $53 million in economic investment LAUREL – Ten downtown revitalization projects in Laurel, Georgetown, Dover and Wilmington have been selected for Delaware’s Downtown Development District Program rebates, with $4.3 million in rebates leveraging $53 million in total investment, Governor John Carney and the Delaware State Housing Authority announced Monday. […]
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State Sen. Bonini visits the John Dickinson Plantation in Dover to celebrate accreditation by the American Alliance of Museums

Accreditation is the highest recognition afforded to museums in the United States.
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Wilmington Man Convicted of First Degree Murder for 2014 Shooting

Other defendants face prison time on murder, robbery, rape and weapons charges A Wilmington man faces life in prison when sentenced for a 2014 murder in Wilmington. Deputy Attorney General Mathew Frawley secured a guilty verdict against 28-year-old Demonte Johnson. In May 2014, Alphonso Boyd, 28, was shot and killed in the 1100 block of […]
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Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police Blotter: Feb. 5-11

Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police officers between Feb. 5-11 made 2,068 contacts with hunters, anglers, boaters and the general public.
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Volunteers Needed at Delaware Hospital for the Chronically Ill in Smyrna

NEW CASTLE (Feb. 16, 2018) – The Delaware Hospital for the Chronically Ill (DHCI) is seeking community volunteers to assist residents during upcoming holidays at the facility's grounds in Smyrna. Groups and organizations are encouraged to volunteer to assist residents with activities and friendly visiting during Good Friday (March 30), Easter (April 1), Memorial Day […]
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In Response to Addiction Epidemic, DHSS Seeks Proposals to Implement Centers of Excellence Model to Improve State?s Substance Use System of Care

NEW CASTLE (Feb. 15, 2018) – With a boost from $2 million in federal funding, the Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS) is calling for proposals to implement a Centers of Excellence model to improve the substance use system of care serving all three counties as a way to engage and treat more than […]
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DNREC Division of Fish & Wildlife announces spring 2018 trout stocking and opening for downstate ponds

DNREC's Division of Fish & Wildlife today announced that Delaware's spring 2018 downstate trout season will begin Saturday, March 3.
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Governor Carney Nominates Sheldon K. Rennie as Superior Court Judge in New Castle County

Rennie has served as a Judge on the Court of Common Pleas for New Castle County since 2013 WILMINGTON, Del. – Governor John Carney on Thursday nominated Sheldon K. Rennie to serve as a Superior Court Judge in New Castle County. Rennie's nomination must be confirmed by the Delaware Senate. "From his time in private […]
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Governor Carney orders flags lowered for victims of Florida shooting

This morning, President Trump ordered American flags at all U.S. government buildings and facilities to be flown at half-staff until sunset on February 19, 2018 as a mark of solemn respect for the victims of the senseless act of violence in Florida. In concurrence with the President's order and as an expression of Delaware's sympathy […]
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Sales at Delaware farmers? markets second highest in 2017

Media: Photographs are available for use on Flickr. DOVER, Del. – Delaware celebrated the second highest farmers' market season with more than $3 million dollars in sales in 2017. Both residents and visitors of the state continue to buy locally because of the fresh, high quality products that Delaware's farm families grow. "These numbers are […]
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State Sen. Bushweller visits Old State House in Dover to celebrate accreditation by the American Alliance of Museums

Accreditation is the highest recognition afforded to museums in the United States.
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Governor Carney?s Statement on Christina Board?s Vote to Approve Memorandum of Understanding

WILMINGTON, Del. – Governor John Carney on Tuesday released the following statement on the Christina Board of Education's vote to approve a Memorandum of Understanding to invest in Christina’s Wilmington schools: "Thank you to the members of the Christina Board for their important vote tonight on this MOU. This is just a first step, but […]
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State Workforce Board Publishes Request for Proposal, New Process Set To Improve Funding

For Immediate Release Contact: William J. Potter William.potter@state.de.us 302-761-8163 Wilmington, Del. Feb. 13, 2018 – Delaware workforce training providers will have the chance over the next few months to compete for public funds to train adults and youth in needed job skills thanks to a recently released Request For Proposal. The Delaware Workforce Development Board, […]
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New ELA course helps students enter credit-bearing college courses

Students who fare well in a new high school English course are guaranteed to enter credit-bearing English classes at Delaware colleges and universities. The Foundations of College English course was developed through funding from Strada Education Network in partnership with the Delaware Department of Education and Delaware institutions of higher education to reduce college remediation rates. This course was designed to complement the Foundations of College Math course which was developed and launched in 2014.
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Secretary Bunting encourages families, children to ?Love the Bus?

Families, students and educators are celebrating the bus drivers and bus aides in Delaware who take more than 121,000 students safely to schools each day as part of the 11th annual national Love the Bus program this month.
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DNREC Division of Parks & Recreation?s economic impact study for Delaware state parks praised at Tower 3 lighting ceremony

LEWES – Against the backdrop of the ceremonial lighting of the World War Two-era Tower 3 at Delaware Seashore State Park, Governor John Carney, DNREC Secretary Shawn M. Garvin and other officials today lauded the positive economic impact DNREC's Division of Parks & Recreation has in Delaware. Gov. Carney announced the results of the first-ever independent economic impact study of Delaware's 16 state parks.
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Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police Blotter: Jan. 29-Feb.4

Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police officers between Jan. 29-Feb. 4 made 1,106 contacts with hunters, anglers, boaters and the general public.
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DOJ Consumer Protection Unit Urges Delaware Consumers To Be On Guard Against IRS Scams And Other Financial Frauds

With IRS W-2 forms already issued by some employers, the 2018 tax season has arrived, and the Department of Justice Consumer Protection Unit is again warning Delaware consumers and employers to be on guard for fake IRS phone call scams and IRS Form W-2 email phishing scams that are targeting employers, including retail businesses, school […]
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Governor Carney Expands Open Data Council

Executive Order 18 expands the Council to include all Executive Branch agencies WILMINGTON, Del. – Governor John Carney on Monday signed Executive Order 18, expanding the Delaware Open Data Council to include members from all Executive Branch agencies to promote data sharing. The Governor was joined by members of his Cabinet, technology entrepreneurs and Open […]
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Prison Sentence for Harbeson Man In Neglect Death Of Infant Son

Others face prison time for human trafficking, robbery, and weapons charges Doyle Hundley, the Harbeson man who pled guilty last year to killing his infant son, will spend 20 in prison after his sentencing by a Superior Court judge. Hundley, 40, and the baby's mother, 30-year-old Casey Layton, were sole care-takers for their son Aiden […]
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Governor Carney Authorizes Delaware National Guard to Assist with Water Distribution in Town of Blades

Executive Order provides additional resources for town, residents DOVER, Del. – Governor John Carney on Friday signed an Executive Order authorizing the Delaware National Guard to assist the Town of Blades with distributing water to residents impacted by high levels of perfluorinated compounds (PFCs) in municipal wells. The Delaware National Guard has provided two, 400-gallon […]
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DNREC, DPH are providing the Town of Blades with drinking water after municipal wells are found to have elevated level of perfluorinated compounds

DOVER – The Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC) and the Delaware Division of Public Health (DPH) began providing bottled water Friday for drinking and cooking to residents of the Town of Blades in Sussex County. This response comes after all three of the town's drinking water wells returned concentrations of perfluorinated compounds (PFCs) above the human health advisory level (70 parts per trillion) following recent sampling by DNREC at the request of the US Environmental Protection Agency.
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Goldstein Named Chief Deputy, Reardon Appointed As State Solicitor at Delaware DOJ

                Attorney General Matt Denn announced the appointment of new veteran Delaware Department of Justice attorneys to leadership positions at the department. Denn said that Aaron Goldstein has been named Chief Deputy Attorney General, taking over for LaKresha Roberts who left the department earlier in January. Goldstein has […]
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DNREC Division of Parks & Recreation announces weekday closure of ?Swinging Bridge? in Brandywine Park

The "Swinging Bridge," a pedestrian foot bridge in Brandywine Park in Wilmington, will be closed on weekdays beginning Monday, Feb. 12. The bridge will be open for weekend use.
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MEDIA ADVISORY: Governor Carney to Sign Executive Order Expanding the Delaware Open Data Council

WILMINGTON, Del. – On Monday, February 12, at 10:00 a.m., Governor John Carney will be joined by members of his Cabinet, technology entrepreneurs and open data advocates for the signing of Executive Order 18. This Executive Order expands the Delaware Open Data Council to include members from all Executive Branch agencies and continues its work […]
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The National Endowment for the Arts Announces FY 2018 Grants to Support the Arts

THE NATIONAL ENDOWMENT FOR THE ARTS ANNOUNCES FY 2018 GRANTS TO SUPPORT THE ARTS Two Delaware organizations will receive $20,000 in federal grants Wilmington, Del. (February 7, 2018) – Each year, more than 4,500 communities large and small throughout the United States benefit from National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) grants to nonprofits. For the […]
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DNREC reminds hunters to take advantage of Youth Waterfowl Day Feb. 10 and the Snow Goose Conservation Order starting Feb. 12

DNREC's Division of Fish & Wildlife has designated Saturday, Feb. 10 as the second of two special youth waterfowl hunting days for ages 10 to 15.
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DNREC Environmental Finance, DPH Office of Drinking Water extend due date to Feb. 28 for FY2018 water revolving funds? project notices of intent

DOVER – DNREC Environmental Finance and the Division of Public Health Office of Drinking Water have extended the notice of intent (NOI) submission due date to Feb. 28 for all municipal governments, privately-owned businesses, wastewater and drinking water utilities, consultant engineers, and other interested parties. Notices of intent for wastewater, drinking water, stormwater, and related […]
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DPH Records 650 Flu Cases in One Week; Fourth Flu Death Reported

The Division of Public Health (DPH) reports that there were 650 lab-confirmed flu cases recorded between January 21 and January 27. The highest single-week total in the 2016-2017 flu season was 571. The surge in flu cases comes with additional news that a fourth person has died of flu-related complications in Delaware.
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Final report on forming a regulatory advisory committee and work plan for Coastal Zone Conversion Permits available from DNREC for public review

DOVER – The Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control announced today that a final report outlining recommendations for the formation and work plan of a regulatory advisory committee (RAC) for Coastal Zone Conversion Permits has been completed and is available to the public.
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Guilty Verdict In 2013 Murder For Insurance Money, Prison Sentence in 2016 Murder Near New Castle

Also, verdicts and sentences in assault on correctional officers, prohibited gun, Dover robbery Ryan Shover, 46, of York, PA, was convicted by a jury of Murder First Degree (intentional murder), Murder First Degree (felony murder), 2 counts of Possession of a Deadly Weapon During Commission of a Felony, Insurance Fraud and Conspiracy First Degree for murdering Wayne Cappelli in 2013. Cappelli was attacked […]
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EPA to hold public meeting Tuesday, Feb. 13 on proposal of Hockessin Groundwater Site to National Priorities List

DOVER – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, with support from the Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC), will hold a public meeting on the proposed listing of the Hockessin Groundwater Site to the National Priorities List (NPL). The NPL is EPA's list of sites eligible for remedial action financed under the federal Superfund program. The meeting will be held on Tuesday, Feb. 13, at 6:30 p.m. at Hockessin Memorial Hall, 610 Yorklyn Road, Hockessin.
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Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police Blotter: Jan. 22-28

Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police officers between Jan. 22-28 made 2,171 contacts with hunters, anglers, boaters and the general public.
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Secretary Bunting to ?Love the Bus?

Secretary of Education Susan Bunting, joined by Capital School District Superintendent Dan Shelton, will thank bus drivers and bus aides at 7:30 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 13 at William Henry Middle School as part of the state's celebration of the 11th annual national Love the Bus program this month.
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Governor Carney Culminates Season-Long Celebration of John Dickinson?s Revolutionary ?Letters?

The celebration of the life and works of Delaware statesman John Dickinson comes to a close with a special program featuring Gov. John Carney and an annual wreath-laying at the graveside of the "Penman of the Revolution."
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