Governor Carney Signs Beau Biden Gun Violence Prevention Act

New law will limit access to firearms for those considered a danger to themselves or others NEWARK, Del. – On Monday, Governor John Carney signed the Beau Biden Gun Violence Prevention Act alongside Vice President Joe Biden, Dr. Jill Biden, Ashley Biden, Representative David Bentz, legislators, and gun safety advocates at the Biden Institute at […]
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DNREC to host Wetlands Celebration and Get in Gear Family Bike Rally May 5 at Trap Pond

DNREC is celebrating May as American Wetlands Month with a variety of activities to honor wetlands as an important natural resource that plays key roles in protecting Delawareans from storms and flooding and providing habitat for wildlife.
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Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police Blotter: April 16-22

DNREC Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police officers between April 16-22 made 3,687 contacts with hunters, anglers, boaters and the general public, issuing 28 citations. Officers responded to 33 complaints regarding possible violations of laws and regulations or requests to assist the public.
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DNREC Division of Parks & Recreation highlights installation of solar panels that now power Fort Delaware State Park

The Division of Parks & Recreation today marked the installation of 540 solar panels to power Fort Delaware State Park. U.S. Senators Tom Carper and Chris Coons, PSEG representatives, Delaware City Mayor Stanley Green, other state officials, and schoolchildren joined DNREC Secretary Shawn M. Garvin for the dedication.
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DNREC Division of Parks & Recreation announces the dedication of a forest in each county into the Old Growth Forest Network

At an Arbor Day celebration today at the Tulip Tree Nature Preserve in Wilmington, DNREC's Division of Parks & Recreation and the Old Growth Forest Network announced that Delaware is the first state in the nation to be recognized for dedicating a mature forest in each of its counties into the nationally-recognized Old Growth Forest Network. Each of the forests to be recognized is also a state nature preserve.
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Two Men Convicted Of Dover Murder After Week-Long Trial

Upskirt photos, child pornography, burglary, drug dealing, robbery lead to prison sentences A shootout that killed a Dover man will lead to life in prison for 2 Worton, MD men convicted at trial this week. A Kent County Superior Court jury convicted 28-year-old Guy Jones and 37-year-old DePaul Wilson of Murder First Degree, Murder Second […]
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Delaware Pathways Receives $3.25 Million Grant from Bloomberg Philanthropies to Prepare Students for High-Demand Jobs

Pathways provides high school and postsecondary students with the opportunity to gain work-based learning experiences for in-demand careers WILMINGTON, Del. – Governor John Carney on Friday announced a $3.25 million grant from Bloomberg Philanthropies to expand access to economic opportunity for Delaware students. Funding will help bolster the Delaware Pathways program, which provides high school […]
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The Mezzanine Gallery to Exhibit ?Alexi Natchev: Prints and Drawings?

On view from April 6-27, 2018 Free opening reception on Friday, April 6 at 5 p.m. Wilmington, Del. (April 27, 2018) – Alexi Natchev, an internationally renowned artist, will show works that are a departure from his celebrated book illustrations. Some of the works were created in his native Bulgaria and are being exhibited for […]
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Delaware?s Dr. Vibha Sanwal Receives CDC?s Childhood Immunization Champion Award

Vibha Sanwal, MD, from Rainbow Pediatrics of Georgetown & Lewes, has been named a Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Childhood Immunization Champion for her outstanding efforts to promote childhood immunizations in her clinic offices. The Division of Public Health's nominated her for the award.
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Delaware students experience renewable energy technology firsthand in 2018 Junior Solar Sprint model car competition sponsored by DNREC

HARRINGTON – DNREC's Division of Energy & Climate teamed up with the Delaware Technology Student Association Thursday, April 26 to host 19 teams of middle school students from across the state for the 2018 Junior Solar Sprint solar-powered model car competition, with racers competing for top speed in time trials, as well as for awards in engineering design and creative design.
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Governor Carney Honors ?Kids Safe Online? Poster Contest Winners

Fourth grade students at Gallaher Elementary sweep top three spots DOVER, Del. – Governor John Carney, joined by Chief Information Officer James Collins, Christina School District Superintendent Richard Gregg, and other officials, parents and students from Christina School District, today celebrated the winners of the 2018 "Kids Safe Online" Poster Contest at Gallaher Elementary School. […]
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Governor?s Welfare Employment Committee Honors Employers and Employees with 2018 TANF Employment Awards of Excellence

DOVER (April 26, 2018) – The Governor's Welfare Employment Committee announced the winners of its 2018 TANF Employment Awards of Excellence this week as it recognized 33 employers in Delaware who hire, train and maintain positive working relationships with employees who receive Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) benefits, and 33 TANF clients who have […]
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State awards grants to summer, afterschool programs

The Delaware Department of Education has awarded five new grants for afterschool and summer programs under the federal Every Student Succeeds Act. The 21st Century Community Learning Center (CCLC) program grants are designed to provide students with enrichment activities to improve the academic success of students from Title I schools. Schools are designated as Title I based on high percentage of students who come from low-income families. The money comes from federal funds.
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Governors Carney, Cuomo, Murphy, Malloy, Raimondo, Baker and Rossell? Announce Nation?s First Regional Gun Violence Research Consortium

Key Initiative of Historic Anti-Gun Violence Multi-State Agreement Between Delaware, New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Rhode Island, Massachusetts, and Puerto Rico Partnership Will Collect and Analyze Data Across Multiple Disciplines on Public Efforts to Reduce Gun Violence to Better Inform Policymakers Nationwide Fills Void Left by Federal Government’s 1996 Ban on Federally-Funded Gun Violence Research […]
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Child Predator Task Force Investigation Leads to Arrest of Laurel Man

An undercover investigation by the Delaware Child Predator Task Force into the online sharing of child pornography resulted in the arrest of 35-year-old Cesar M. Rios Martinez of Laurel for 25 counts of Dealing in Child Pornography. The investigation revealed that Martinez downloaded and shared multiple files of child pornography via the internet over an […]
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Citizens Source Water Protection Committee to meet May 2 in Dover

The Source Water Protection Citizens and Technical Advisory Committee (CTAC) of the Source Water Assessment and Protection Program will meet from 9 a.m. to noon Wednesday, May 2, in Conference Room 220 A&B of the Kent County Administrative Offices on Bay Road in Dover.
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Governor Carney?s Statement on General Assembly Approval of Port of Wilmington Expansion

DOVER, Del. – Governor John Carney on Tuesday issued the following statement on the General Assembly's approval of a transaction to expand the Port of Wilmington: "This is a landmark agreement to expand the Port of Wilmington, and to protect and create good-paying, blue collar jobs at one of Delaware's most important employment centers. We […]
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24 Locations in Delaware to Participate in Drug Take-Back Day, April 28, 2018

Delaware will hold its 16th Drug Take-Back Day on Saturday, April 28, 2018, to help reduce the risk of prescription medications being diverted for misuse. Delawareans can discard their expired or unused medications at 24 locations statewide between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.
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19th Annual Freedom 5K: Saturday, July 7th, 2018

When/Where: Saturday, July 7th, 2018 @ 9:00am (Rain or Shine). Registration starts at 8am. Silver Lake Park, Dover, DE                               (Use Washington Street entrance off of State Street) We’re back and ready for all our great supporters to register for our annual ‘Freedom 5K!’ It’s not too late to convince your family and friends to come help […]
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Flag Day ? Thursday, June 14th, 2018

When/Where: Thursday, June 14th @ 10:00 am. Delaware Veterans Memorial Cemetery, 26669 Patriots Way, Millsboro, DE  19966. Please take the time to join us this year for our annual ceremony honoring ‘Old Glory.’ Our veteran organization host will be the Korean War Veterans Association, led by Commissioner Edward Johnson. ‘Old Glory” This famous name was […]
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Fiscal Year 2017 Authorized Positions ? School Districts Transportation Supervisors Inspection

State Auditor, R. Thomas Wagner, Jr., has released the Authorized Positions Transportation Supervisors Inspection for Fiscal Year 2017. The Office of Auditor of Accounts (AOA) performed an inspection to determine if the school districts are in compliance with 14 Del. C. 1321(e)(7) which states, "…a reorganized school district may employ the following personnel: Supervisors of […]
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Governor Carney, Office of Women?s Advancement & Advocacy Announce Call for Women?s Hall of Fame Nominations

Deadline for consideration for the 2018 induction cycle is May 15, 2018 WILMINGTON, Del. – Governor John Carney, Delaware's Office of Women's Advancement & Advocacy, a division of the Delaware Department of Human Resources, and the Delaware Women's Hall of Fame Committee are now accepting nominations for induction into the 38th Hall of Fame of […]
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2018 Memorial Day Services: May 26th and May 30th

When/Where: Saturday, May 26th @ 10:30am – Parade Field Grounds of the Delaware Veterans Memorial Cemetery, 2465 Chesapeake City Road, Bear, DE  19701. When/Where: Wednesday, May 30th @ 10:am – War Memorial Plaza, 163 Cherry Lane, New Castle, DE  19720. The Delaware Commission of Veterans Affairs will like to invite you to their annual Memorial […]
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Rehabilitation of keeper?s house set to begin at Fenwick Island Lighthouse

Work will begin this spring and continue into the summer of 2018.
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DNREC, DTI electronics recycling partnership saved Delaware more than $110,000 in 2017 energy costs

DOVER – A partnership between the Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC) and Delaware's Department of Technology and Information (DTI) with the Northeast Recycling Council (NERC) in the national State Electronics Challenge has saved the state more than $110,000 in energy costs for 2017. Participation in the State Electronics Challenge was open to all state agencies with IT services managed by DTI, including DNREC.
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Three Men Sentenced For Insurance Money Murder

Other defendants face prison for manslaughter, weapons, assault, and child pornography charges Ryan Shover, 46, of York, PA, Paul Disabatino, 55, of Wilmington, and Michael Kman, 53, of Enola, PA, three of the men involved in a murder plot for insurance money have received prison sentences in Delaware Superior Court. In February 2013, 43-year-old Wayne […]
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DNREC?s Division of Fish & Wildlife announces summer flounder minimum size reduction to 16.5 inches for recreational anglers

The Division of Fish & Wildlife announced that the summer flounder minimum size has been reduced to 16.5 inches for recreational anglers, half an inch less than the previous 17-inch minimum size. Summer flounder season remains open year round and the possession limit remains at four summer flounder per person per day.
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Delaware Forest Service awards $58,000 for 16 tree planting projects

The Delaware Forest Service has awarded $58,244 to fund 16 tree planting projects throughout the First State. Since 2007, the agency has given more than $1.7 million to cities, towns and homeowner groups to support community tree efforts that take place on public lands.
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Governor Carney?s Statement on Bond Bill Committee Approval of Port of Wilmington Transaction

DOVER, Del. – Governor John Carney on Thursday issued the following statement on the unanimous vote by the General Assembly's Joint Committee on Capital Improvement to move forward with the transaction to expand the Port of Wilmington: "Thank you to members of the Bond Bill committee for endorsing the transaction to expand the Port of […]
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DNREC?S Division of Parks & Recreation seeks volunteers for 2018 Yorklyn Day festival event committee

DNREC's Division of Parks & Recreation is seeking volunteers to serve on an event team in preparation for the 2018 Yorklyn Day festival. A volunteer recruitment meeting is scheduled for 6:30 p.m. Monday, April 23 at the Center for Creative Arts, 410 Upper Snuff Mill Row, Yorklyn, DE 19736.
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Communities Across Delaware Receive ?Opportunity Zone? Designations

Federal tax incentives available for qualifying investments in Opportunity Zones DOVER, Del. – Governor John Carney announced on Thursday that communities and economically-distressed properties across Delaware could see additional private sector investment after 25 census tracts were designated as Opportunity Zones by the U.S. Department of the Treasury. Earlier this month, Governor Carney nominated the […]
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One year after new regulations issued, Delaware opioid prescriptions and quantities dispensed continue to drop

The number of prescriptions for opioid medications in Delaware, as well as the total quantity of opioids dispensed, have dropped significantly in the 12 months since the Department of State enacted stricter prescribing regulations to help combat the opioid crisis statewide.
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Lt. Governor Hall-Long, Representative Paradee, Senator Henry Announce Legislation to Ban Powdered Alcohol

Dover, DE – Lt. Governor Hall-Long, Representative Trey Paradee, and Senator Margaret Rose Henry announced legislation designed to ban the sale of powdered alcohol in Delaware. Passage of House Bill 372 would add Delaware to the list of other states and jurisdictions that have already enacted a ban on such substances. "Powdered alcohol products requiring […]
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Selbyville student wins Arbor Day Poster Contest

Amelia Meyer, a fifth-grader at the Southern Delaware School of the Arts in Selbyville, is the overall winner of the Delaware Forest Service's 2018 Arbor Day School Poster Contest, beating out entries from more than 3,200 students in 43 classes from virtually every school district. This year's theme - "Trees Are Terrific…and Perfect for Pollinators!" - was chosen to highlight the important role of trees in the health of pollinators such as bees and butterflies. The annual contest is open to grades K to 5 in all Delaware private, public, charter, and home schools. Winners were selected from each county in the following grades: K, 1-2, 3-4, and 5. Posters were evaluated on originality, use of theme, neatness, and artistic expression.
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Delaware Homebuyer Fair set for April 21

WILMINGTON – Families and others who want to learn more about buying a home can get a wealth of information at the free Delaware Homebuyer Fair this weekend. The April 21 event at the Chase Center on the Riverfront, running from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., offers educational seminars on every aspect of homebuying, as […]
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Delaware Advisory Council on Recreational Fishing Funding to meet April 24 in Dover

Delaware's Advisory Council on Recreational Fishing Funding will meet at 7 p.m. Tuesday, April 24, in the Senate Hearing Room of the Legislative Hall, 411 Legislative Avenue, Dover, DE 19901.
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Flags lowered for former First Lady Barbara Bush

With the passing of former First Lady Barbara Bush on Tuesday, April 17, 2018 President Trump has ordered United States flags at all government buildings and facilities be flown at half-staff beginning immediately as a mark of respect for the memory of Mrs. Bush. In concurrence with the President's order and in remembrance of Mrs. […]
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MEDIA ADVISORY: Governor Carney To Sign HB 174

Bill will strengthen penalties for illegal purchases of firearms DOVER, Del. – On Wednesday, April 18, Governor Carney will sign House Bill 174, which strengthens penalties for illegal purchases of firearms, deterring "straw purchases" by making jail time more likely for the offender. This bill raises the first offense of purchasing or obtaining a firearm […]
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DNREC?s Division of Fish & Wildlife announces new online interactive pond maps for Delaware anglers

DNREC's Division of Fish & Wildlife has released new, interactive, online maps that allow anglers and other users to easily locate Delaware's public freshwater ponds throughout the state.
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Secretary Bunting to honor high school seniors for outstanding academic achievement

Secretary of Education Susan Bunting will honor top public school students from the Class of 2018 at the annual Secretary of Education Scholars banquet Tuesday, April 24 at Dover Downs Hotel in Dover.
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DPH Advises Delaware Residents of Multistate E. Coli Outbreak Involving Chopped Romaine Lettuce

The Delaware Division of Public Health (DPH) is advising Delawareans of a multistate outbreak of E. coli infections linked to chopped romaine lettuce from the Yuma, Arizona, growing region. The lettuce could be contaminated with Shiga toxin-producing Escherichia coli O157:H7 and could make people sick. To date, there have been no confirmed cases reported in Delaware, but DPH urges consumers to take precautions to prevent illness.
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Governor Carney: We are here for you

During the month of April, Governor John Carney signed proclamations to draw attention to child abuse prevention, sexual assault awareness and prevention, and crime victims' rights. Below is a note from Governor Carney on all three proclamation signings: Over the past month, I've recognized the victims across Delaware who are sometimes pushed down or silenced […]
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Statewide Unit Count Agreed-Upon Procedures Report ? School Year 2017?2018 ? Sussex Academy

State Auditor, R. Thomas Wagner, Jr., has released the School Year 2017-2018 Statewide Unit Count Agreed-Upon Procedures Report for Sussex Academy. The Office of Auditor of Accounts (AOA) performed procedures to determine whether Sussex Academy properly included selected students in the September 30th Unit Count. The engagement was performed by AOA in accordance with Government […]
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Delaware Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs to replace roof of Academy building in New Castle

Improvements slated to begin in the spring of 2018.
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Attorney General Denn Announces New Online Data Security Breach Reporting Resource

Amendments to Delaware's data security breach notification law that went into effect Saturday require companies to notify the Delaware Attorney General when they experience a breach affecting the personal information of more than 500 Delaware residents, and the Delaware Department of Justice's Consumer Protection Unit has launched an online portal to assist consumers, businesses, and […]
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Delaware College Investment Plan Financial Statement Audit for the Calendar Year Ended December 31, 2017

State Auditor R. Thomas Wagner, Jr. has released the Annual Report of the Delaware College Investment Plan for the Calendar Year ended December 31, 2017. The review was conducted by Belfint, Lyons, & Shuman, P.A. under the direction of the Office of Auditor of Accounts in accordance with 29 Del. C. §2906. To view the […]
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DNREC Division of Fish & Wildlife announces 2019/20 Delaware Waterfowl Stamp and 2019 Trout Stamp winners

Two artists, including a renowned name on both the national level and here in Delaware, have won top honors in the state's Waterfowl and Trout Stamp art contests.
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Office of Highway Safety Sponsors Distracted Driving Enforcement with Delaware State Police Using Non-traditional Vehicles

State Fleet vans and other vehicles deployed to spot distracted drivers during April enforcement period. Dover, DE. April 13, 2018 – With funding from the Delaware Office of Highway Safety (OHS), the Delaware State Police (DSP) are using unconventional vehicles to spot drivers who break our distracted driving laws. Two enforcement efforts were implemented on March […]
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I-95/SR 141 Ramp Interchange Project Will Require Nighttime Lane Closures/Shifts on I-95 NB and I-295 NB Week of 4/16

The Delaware Department of Transportation's (DelDOT) contractor, Mumford and Miller Inc., will implement nighttime lane closures next week for beam placement for the new SR 141 bridge and travel delays should be expected. I-295 Northbound Shifted to I-95 Northbound on the following dates and times: • 8:00 p.m. Monday, April 16, 2018 until 5:00 a.m. on […]
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Volunteers still sought for DNREC-sponsored 27th annual Christina River Cleanup Saturday, April 14

DNREC Secretary Shawn Garvin encourages volunteers to sign up for the Department-sponsored 27th annual Christina River Watershed Cleanup along the river and several tributaries next Saturday, April 14 from 8-11 a.m. at 14 sites throughout northern New Castle County.
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Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police Blotter: April 2-8

DNREC Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police officers between April 2-8 made 1,398 contacts with hunters, anglers, boaters and the general public, issuing 13 citations. Officers responded to 32 complaints regarding possible violations of laws and regulations or requests to assist the public.
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DNREC Division of Parks & Recreation announces Brandywine Zoo closure on April 16 ? 17

DNREC's Division of Parks & Recreation announced that the Brandywine Zoo will be closed Monday, April 16, and Tuesday, April 17, for routine tree removal.
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DPH Advises Parents, Teachers of New E-Cigarette Trend Among Teens: JUULing

The Division of Public Health (DPH) is advising parents and teachers to be aware of a recent trend among youth known as "JUULing." JUUL is a brand of e-cigarette that looks similar to a flash drive and can be charged in the USB port of a computer. JUULs can be appealing to youth for a variety of reasons. Pods come in a variety of fruit and candy flavors, the devices can be difficult to distinguish from a real flash drive, and the vapor dissipates quickly instead of hanging in the air like a smoke trail. This has caused concern among school administrators across the country as youth have taken to "JUULing" on school property, even in class.
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Delaware wins early care and education workforce grant

Delaware is one of six states to win a National Governors Association (NGA) grant and technical support to develop policies to strengthen the quality of Delaware's early care and education workforce.
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Delaware Tax Filing Deadlines Approach

The Division of Revenue would like to remind Delawareans who have not yet filed their tax returns that the deadlines are quickly approaching. Delaware corporate income tax returns are due on or before April 17, and the personal income tax deadline is April 30. Taxpayers who do not file by the deadline because they have […]
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DNREC?S Division of Parks & Recreation to hold Thursday, April 19 open house in Lewes to review Cape Henlopen State Park Trail Concept Plan

DNREC's Division of Parks & Recreation will host a public open house April 19 to review the Cape Henlopen State Park Trail Concept Plan. The open house will be held 4-7 p.m., Thursday, April 19, at the DNREC Shoreline and Waterway Services facility, 901 Pilottown Road, Lewes, DE 19958.
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Governor Carney and DelDOT Mark National Work Zone Safety Week

During an event held at the Delaware Turf Sports Complex in Frederica, in observance of National Work Zone Awareness Week, Governor Carney and Transportation Secretary Jennifer Cohan and others educated attendees on the importance of observing extra caution while traveling through work zones. National Work Zone Awareness Week is held the second week of April […]
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Celebrate National Library Week April 8-14

(Dover, DE) – This week, Delaware joins libraries nationwide in celebrating the many ways libraries enrich their communities through the transformative services and expertise they offer. April 8-14, 2018 is National Library Week, the annual celebration of the life-changing work of libraries, librarians, and library workers. People of all ages can collaborate, try out new […]
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In Wake of 12 Overdoses in New Jersey, Delaware Health Officials Issue Warning to People in Active Use

NEW CASTLE (April 10, 2018) – In the wake of a dozen overdoses in Camden, N.J., including four that were fatal on Friday, Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS) Secretary Dr. Kara Odom Walker is urging people in active substance use in Delaware to be aware of the increased possibility that heroin could be […]
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New marketing campaign highlights opportunities in downtown Dover for small business owners

Dover is unlocking the potential of its historic downtown with a new marketing campaign highlighting opportunities for small business owners ready to take their business dreams to the next level. State and local officials led by Gov. John Carney; Linda Parkowski, acting director of the Delaware Division of Small Business and Dover Mayor Robin Christiansen […]
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Governor Carney?s Statement on Diamond State Port Corporation Board Approval of Gulftainer Agreement

Governor John Carney on Friday issued the following statement on the Diamond State Port Corporation Board of Directors vote to approve an agreement with Gulftainer Group to expand the Port of Wilmington
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Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police Blotter: March 26-April 1

Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police officers between March 26-April 1 made 1,244 contacts with hunters, anglers, boaters and the general public, issuing 14 citations. Officers responded to 33 complaints regarding possible violations of laws and regulations or requests to assist the public.
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Governor Carney, First Lady, Casey Family Programs Announce ?First Chance Delaware?

New initiative promotes culture of commitment to Delaware children through cross-sector partnerships.
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Governor Carney Urges U.S. EPA to Reconsider Rollback of Vehicle Emission Standards

Rollback is detrimental to Delaware's environment, economy and public health, Governor says WILMINGTON, Del. – Governor John Carney on Wednesday urged the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to reconsider the agency's planned revision of Light Duty Vehicle Standards for auto emissions because of adverse environmental, economic and health impacts for Delaware. EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt […]
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Attorney General?s Office Warns Delawareans About Vacation Rental Scams

With people already making summer vacation plans, the Consumer Protection Unit of the Delaware Department of Justice warns Delawareans to be careful when looking for a vacation rental. Scammers operating rental schemes find legitimate rental postings and capture the information and photos of the property, and then list it on Craigslist or other online advertising […]
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Buena Vista Spring Open House on Saturday, April 7, 2018

Guests are encouraged to bring their cameras to capture the awakening of spring at one of Delaware's most historic properties
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DNREC Division of Fish & Wildlife announces Delaware turkey season to open April 14, with special hunt for youth and disabled hunters April 7

Delaware's spring turkey hunting season opens Saturday, April 14, and runs through Saturday, May 12, DNREC's Division of Fish & Wildlife announced today, with hunters aiming to capitalize on the month-long season by bagging a gobbler afield from among the state's thriving wild turkey population.
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DNREC Division of Fish & Wildlife sets Delaware Waterfowl, Trout Stamp contest judging for April 12

DNREC's Division of Fish & Wildlife invites wildlife art enthusiasts, stamp and print collectors, waterfowl hunters, anglers, birdwatchers, wetland conservationists, and working retriever fans to gather at 9:30 a.m. Thursday, April 12 for the judging of Delaware's annual Waterfowl Stamp and Trout Stamp contests, which will be held at the Dover Public Library, 35 Loockerman Plaza, Dover, DE 19901.
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DNREC?s First State Heritage Park?s lantern tours to light up Fridays this spring

DNREC's First State Heritage Park will offer lantern tours of The Green and three historic Dover cemeteries at 8 p.m. Friday evenings from April 6 through June 1.
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