Gordons Pond elevated boardwalk at Cape Henlopen State Park to close for repairs next week

Gordons Pond elevated boardwalk at Cape Henlopen State Park to close for repairs next week LEWES (Jan. 31, 2020) – The Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC) will close the Gordons Pond elevated boardwalk along the Gordons Pond Trail at Cape Henlopen State Park on Wednesday, Feb. 5 and Thursday, Feb. 6 […]
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DNREC accepting written public comment on agreement and proposed consent decree with Mountaire Farms of Delaware, Inc.

DOVER – On Dec.13, 2019, the Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC) entered into an Agreement and [Proposed] Consent Decree with Mountaire Farms of Delaware, Inc., to resolve spray irrigation and land application permit violations cited by DNREC in a Nov. 2, 2017 Notice of Violation (NOV). On Feb. 1, 2020, DNREC will publish a notice of lodging of the Agreement and [Proposed] Consent Decree in the Delaware Register of Regulations, soliciting public written comments.
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STK gang members sentenced to prison for crime spree, including murder of Brandon Wingo

Two members of the Shoot To Kill (STK) gang, who were responsible for multiple armed robberies and three separate shootings—including the broad daylight murder of 15-year-old Brandon Wingo—have been sentenced by a Superior Court Judge. Diamonte Taylor, 22, of Wilmington, was sentenced life in prison plus 11 years after a Superior Court jury convicted him […]
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DNREC Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police Blotter: Jan. 20-26

To help achieve public compliance with laws and regulations, officers from Jan. 20-26 made 1,177 public contacts and responded to 67 complaints.
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The Mezzanine Gallery to Exhibit “Spring Must Come” by Terron Mitchell

On view from February 17-28, 2020 Free opening reception on Friday, February 7 at 5 p.m. Wilmington, Del. (January 27, 2020) – Spring Must Come, an exhibition of sculptural paintings by Terron Mitchell, will be on view in the Mezzanine Gallery from February 7-28. The artist will host a free opening reception on Friday, February […]
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Governor Carney Presents Fiscal Year 2021 Recommended Budget

Plan includes important investments in education, economy, and environment, while building new reserves DOVER, Del. – Governor John Carney on Thursday presented his Fiscal Year 2021 Recommended Budget, sending the General Assembly a financial plan that will make important investments to strengthen our economy, improve public schools for all Delaware children, and protect our environment […]
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Watch Governor Carney’s Budget Presentation for Fiscal Year 2021

Dover, Delaware – Watch the Governor’s budget presentation delivered today 1/30/2020.  
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Information on 2019 Novel Coronavirus from Division of Public Health

With recent cases of 2019 novel coronavirus (2019-nCoV) reported in several countries including the U.S., health officials across the nation are increasing monitoring efforts to identify potential cases. The Division of Public Health (DPH) has posted information on its website https://dhss.delaware.gov/dhss/dph and we are sharing information about 2019-nCoV and our activities related to the outbreak.
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DNREC Division of Fish & Wildlife promotes additional hunting opportunities in February

DNREC's Division of Fish & Wildlife is promoting additional hunting opportunities in February with a second special youth waterfowl hunting day on Feb. 8, the one-day reopening of the regular snow goose hunting season Feb. 8, and the opening of the Snow Goose Conservation Order season Feb. 1.
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More than $830,000 Earned for Residents through Insurance Arbitration

Consumers won nearly 90% of arbitration cases in 2019 The Delaware Department of Insurance announced that its arbitration services program earned residents $839,466 in awards during 2019. Considering overlap from the previous year, 354 settlements occurred, and 144 cases were heard. Residents prevailed in about 90% of all cases. In total, the Department opened 502 […]
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The National Endowment for the Arts announces $27.3 million in Grants to Support the Arts

Two Delaware organizations will receive $55,000 in federal grants Wilmington, Del. (January 28, 2020) – As the only funder in the country to support arts activities in all 50 states and five U.S. jurisdictions, the National Endowment for the Arts announced that two Delaware organizations, will receive $55,000 in federal grants. This is the first […]
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Delaware second state on east coast for USDA hemp plan approval

The Delaware Department of Agriculture announced today that the USDA approved the state plan submitted for the Delaware Domestic Hemp Production Program. Delaware is now the second state on the East Coast to receive approval to administer a domestic hemp program.
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Child Support Needs Updated Mailing Addresses to Ensure Transition for Recipients to New Debit Card

NEW CASTLE (Jan. 27, 2020) – Across Delaware, about 18,000 child support recipients receive their child support payments electronically loaded to a prepaid debit card. In January 2019, the Delaware Division of Child Support Services (DCSS) teamed up with U.S. Bank to issue a new prepaid debit card, the U.S. Bank ReliaCard®, for child support […]
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DNREC breaks ground on Brandywine Zoo Madagascar exhibit that will house endangered lemurs, tortoises

WILMINGTON – The DNREC's Division of Parks & Recreation Brandywine Zoo broke ground this week on its Madagascar Exhibit, an outdoor space that will soon be home to  several new animals. The newcomers will include the Radiated Tortoise, and three species of lemurs: the Black and White Ruffed, Ring-Tailed and Crowned. The Madagascar Exhibit is […]
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Report: Delaware tourism sets new records

Dover, Del. – Delaware tourism experienced a record-breaking year as the state welcomed 9.2 million visitors who accounted for $3.5 billion in economic impact. Gov. John Carney highlighted those impressive numbers in discussing Delaware's thriving tourism industry as part of his State of the State address on Thursday. According to data for 2018 released today […]
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DPH Announces Two Additional Flu-Related Deaths; Delawareans Should Follow Basic Tips to Stop Spread of Germs

DOVER – As the number of confirmed influenza cases in Delaware continues to rise, the Division of Public Health (DPH) is announcing two recent flu-related deaths, bringing the total number of deaths for the 2019-2020 season thus far to four. The most recent victim is a 29-year-old New Castle County man diagnosed with influenza B […]
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Wilmington jury convicts drug trafficker in murder-for-hire plot

A Superior Court jury has convicted a Wilmington man for his central role in a June 2016 murder. Witness testimony, cell phone evidence, and collaboration with an FBI task force demonstrated that Brian Wilson, also known as Fudayl Wakim, arranged the murder of Allen Cannon through a $10,000 bounty and a conspiracy with co-defendant Eric […]
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Flags to be lowered Monday in remembrance of Harry “Hal” Haskell

Governor Carney has ordered the U.S. and Delaware flags lowered to half-staff beginning the morning of Monday, January 27, in remembrance of former Congressman and Wilmington mayor Harry "Hal" Haskell. Mr. Haskell served one term in the United States House of Representatives from 1957 – 1959. Among his accomplishments representing Delaware in Congress was working […]
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Delaware Secretary of Agriculture recognizes Barczewski for contributions to agriculture

Delaware Secretary of Agriculture Michael T. Scuse recognized long-time Delaware State University Department Chair Dr. Richard Barczewski with the Secretary's Award for Distinguished Service to Delaware Agriculture. With thirty-five years of dedicated service, Barczewski was recognized for developing Delaware's agricultural industry though educating generations of agriculturalists, promoting animal agriculture, and service to agricultural organizations, including 4-H and FFA.
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DNREC Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police Blotter: Jan. 13-19

To promote public compliance with laws and regulations, officers from Jan. 13-19 made 1,709 public contacts and responded to 45 complaints.
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Division of the Arts Announces New Focus for Two FY2021 Grant Categories

Grants from community-based organizations and schools that have a trauma-informed focus will receive funding priority Wilmington, Del. (January 24, 2020) – As part of its FY2021 grant application cycle, the Division of the Arts invites grant proposals from community-based organizations and schools that demonstrate the utilization of the arts to address trauma-related issues and challenges […]
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Governor Carney Delivers 2020 State of the State Address

DOVER, Del. – Governor John Carney on Thursday delivered his 2020 State of the State address to a joint session of the General Assembly, announcing plans to invest in Delaware's public schools, protect our environment, and strengthen our economy. "As I start my fourth year as your Governor and compare things now to how they […]
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2020 State of the State

Watch Governor Carney present the State of the State live around 2:00pm today.
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Delaware Advisory Council on Wildlife and Freshwater Fish to meet Jan. 28 in Dover

Delaware's Advisory Council on Wildlife and Freshwater Fish will meet at 7 p.m., Tuesday, Jan. 28, in the DNREC Auditorium.
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Treasurer Davis Shares Important Lesson with Third Graders

Delaware State Treasurer Colleen Davis recently went to Lord Baltimore Elementary School in Ocean View to read to a group of third grade students and teach them a valuable lesson about leadership. The book Treasurer Davis read, Grace Goes to Washington, the sequel to Grace for President, tells a story about a girl who takes […]
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Governor Carney Announces Major Investment in Wilmington Schools

WILMINGTON, Del. – Governor John Carney joined members of the General Assembly and public education advocates at Stubbs Early Education Center on Wednesday to announce major new investments in Wilmington schools. When he releases his Fiscal Year 2021 budget, Governor Carney will propose $50 million to fund a new school on the east side of Wilmington […]
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Department of Insurance Celebrates Response to Fraud in 2019

Fraud Bureau saw a 10% uptick in reports last year The Delaware Department of Insurance made great strides in fraud detection and response during 2019. Throughout the year, 6 criminal arrests that included 21 charges were recommended from the Department's Fraud Prevention Bureau to the Department of Justice, and 16 civil cases were brought forward […]
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Governor Carney, Legislators Announce Major Investments in Clean Water

DOVER, Del. – Governor John Carney, House Majority Leader Valerie Longhurst and Senate President Pro Tempore David McBride joined advocates and members of the General Assembly on Tuesday to announce significant new investments in clean water across Delaware. The Clean Water for Delaware Act — sponsored by Representative Longhurst and Senator McBride — will create […]
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Delaware Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs sponsors 14 special events during February 2020

Eight of the programs celebrate African American History Month.
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Governor Carney Nominates Kathleen Amalfitano as Court of Common Pleas Judge in Kent County

WILMINGTON, Del. – Governor John Carney on Friday nominated Kathleen Amalfitano to serve as a Court of Common Pleas Judge in Kent County. Amalfitano's nomination must be confirmed by the Delaware Senate. "Kathleen's experience and commitment to legal service in Delaware has given her the background and judgment necessary to serve on the Court of […]
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DNREC Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police Blotter: Jan. 6-12

Officers made 1,287 public contacts and responded to 63 complaints regarding possible violations of laws and regulations or requests to assist the public.
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Prosecutors secure conviction, sentence in Sussex County homicides

A Sussex County Judge has found a Millsboro man guilty of murder. On November 17, 2016, a passerby discovered Darrin Gibbs of Millsboro lying face down on Monroe Street with a gunshot wound to the back of his head. Witness testimony, ballistics evidence, and video surveillance ultimately identified one of Gibbs' associates, A.J. McMullen, as […]
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DPH to Hold Public Workshop On Solicitation of Water Infrastructure Improvement Projects

DOVER – The Division of Public Health's Drinking Water State Revolving Fund (DWSRF) will host a public workshop Thursday, Feb. 20, 2020, to present and discuss the Assistance for Small and Disadvantaged Communities Drinking Water Grant, authorized under the Water Infrastructure Improvements for the Nation Act. The workshop begins at 9:00 a.m., and will be […]
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Recycling Public Advisory Council to meet Jan. 22 in Dover

Delaware's Recycling Public Advisory Council will meet at 1 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 22 at the DelDOT building in the Felton-Farmington conference room.
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Governor Carney, Division of Small Business Award EDGE Grants to 10 Delaware Companies

Deadline for Spring 2020 EDGE Grants is February 28, 2020 WILMINGTON, Del. – A bio-based materials company, a maker of wearable medical sensors, and a bakery-café were among the 10 Delaware small businesses recognized Thursday as awardees of the second round of EDGE Grants from the state Division of Small Business. Governor John Carney, Secretary […]
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Commissioner Trinidad Navarro Appointed Chair of National Antifraud Task Force

Delaware Commissioner selected from leaders across the country to head important consumer-focused committee Delaware Insurance Commissioner Trinidad Navarro was appointed Chair of the National Association of Insurance Commissioner's Antifraud Task Force this week. Commissioner Navarro previously served as Vice-Chair of the committee, and served in law enforcement for much of his career before his election […]
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Governor Carney’s Statement on Senate Confirmation of Paul Fioravanti, Jr. to Court of Chancery

 WILMINGTON, Del. – Governor John Carney on Wednesday issued the following statement on the Senate confirmation of  Delaware attorney Paul Fioravanti, Jr. to serve as Vice Chancellor of the Court of Chancery. "Paul's litigation experience and judgment will serve our state well on the Court of Chancery – our country's premier venue for corporate litigation," […]
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DNREC’s Division of Parks & Recreation grows White Clay Creek State Park with new superintendent, acreage

NEWARK – The Delaware Department of Natural Resources (DNREC) is pleased to announce Laura Lee as the new superintendent of White Clay Creek State Park (WCCSP). Laura was previously superintendent of Auburn Valley State Park, which she helped develop since it was dedicated as the newest state park in 2018. Laura started her State Parks […]
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$1 Million Awarded to Housing Development Fund Projects Statewide

CLAYMONT – Seven affordable housing projects statewide will receive a total of $1 million from Delaware's Housing Development Fund (HDF), Governor John Carney announced today joined by Delaware State Housing Authority (DSHA) Director Anas Ben Addi, New Castle County Executive Matt Meyer, elected officials and community leaders from across Delaware. The HDF, Delaware's housing trust […]
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Special Weather Statement issued January 15 at 3:53AM EST by NWS Mount Holly NJ

Event : Special Weather StatementDescription : Patchy fog may persist through sunrise across far northern Delmarva, southwestern New Jersey, and extreme southeastern Pennsylvania. Visibility near one half mile will be possible at times. If you are driving in these areas, this includes Interstate 95 from northeastern Maryland into Wilmington, and the areas surrounding the Delaware […]
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Special Weather Statement issued January 15 at 12:34AM EST by NWS Mount Holly NJ

Event : Special Weather StatementDescription : Areas of fog will continue across the region overnight. Some locally dense fog will also occur, especially across portions of southeastern Pennsylvania and western New Jersey. If driving overnight, exercise caution for rapidly changing visibility. Allow extra time to reach your destination, and if you encounter fog, reduce speed […]
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Special Weather Statement issued January 14 at 9:52PM EST by NWS Mount Holly NJ

Event : Special Weather StatementDescription : Areas of drizzle and fog will continue across the area overnight. Some locally dense fog will also occur. Drivers are urged to use caution while driving and slow down, use your headlights, and leave plenty of distance ahead of you. Be alert for rapidly changing visibilities. Instruction :
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TEST Tsunami Warning issued January 14 at 12:00PM EST until January 14 at 1:00PM EST by NWS National Tsunami Warning Center

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Delaware Division of the Arts Announces 2020 Individual Artist Fellowship Awardees

Nineteen Delaware artists and two Honorable Mentions to receive recognition Wilmington, Del. (January 14, 2020) – Nineteen Delaware artists are being recognized by the Division for the high quality of their artwork. Work samples from 139 Delaware choreographers, composers, musicians, writers, folk and visual artists were reviewed by out-of-state arts professionals, considering demonstrated creativity and […]
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Marking Delaware’s Progress Improving Reentry Services

WILMINGTON, Del. – Governor John Carney on Monday joined state leaders at Howard R. Young Correctional Institution in Wilmington to review progress on improving reentry services for offenders and to announce more than $1 million in grants to support Delaware's reentry initiatives. These reentry investments – a key component of Governor Carney's efforts to reduce Delaware's […]
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Urban Forestry Grants Up to $5,000 Available

Delaware's Urban and Community Forestry Grant Program is once gain offering up to $5,000 in matching funds for tree planting or tree management projects on public land or community open space. The competitive grants – open to all municipalities, homeowner associations, and certified 501(c)(3) non-profits in the State of Delaware (including churches and schools) – require a 50-50 match in either cash (non-federal funds) or in-kind services, which includes volunteer or staff time, equipment rental, or supplies. Requests can range from a minimum of $500 to a maximum of $5,000 in only one of two project categories: tree planting or tree management (i.e., professional tree inventory, hazardous tree removal, or pruning).  Application deadline is March 6, 2020.
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Department of Insurance Recovers Nearly $700,000 in Fines through Company Compliance Exams

Investigations result in discovery and correction of issues impacting consumers The Delaware Department of Insurance's Market Conduct Examinations resulted in the receipt of nearly $700,000 in fines during 2019 from more than a dozen companies found to violate the Insurance Code or other related regulations. The fines are contributed to the General Fund, providing funding […]
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Special Weather Statement issued January 12 at 7:28AM EST by NWS Mount Holly NJ

Event : Special Weather StatementDescription : At 727 AM EST, radar indicated showers were located along a line extending from near Tabernacle to near Elmer to near Delaney Corner. Movement was east at 50 mph. Wind gusts up to 50 mph are possible with these showers. Locations impacted include… Vineland, Millville, Bridgeton, Middletown, Cumberland, Glassboro, […]
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Special Weather Statement issued January 12 at 6:32AM EST by NWS Mount Holly NJ

Event : Special Weather StatementDescription : At 631 AM EST, radar indicated heavy showers were located along a line extending from near Willow Grove to Yeadon to Delaware Memorial Bridge to near Brantwood. Movement was east at 40 mph. Wind gusts of 40 to 50 mph will occur along portions of this line of showers. […]
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Special Weather Statement issued January 12 at 5:54AM EST by NWS Mount Holly NJ

Event : Special Weather StatementDescription : At 553 AM EST, radar indicated heavy showers were located along a line extending from Allentown to Pughtown to near Oxford. Movement was east at 45 mph. Wind gusts of 40 to 50 mph will occur along portions of this line of fast moving showers. Locations impacted include… Philadelphia, […]
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Special Weather Statement issued January 12 at 1:47AM EST by NWS Mount Holly NJ

Event : Special Weather StatementDescription : At 146 AM EST, radar indicated heavy showers were located along a line extending from near Crumpton to Centerville to near Grasonville to near Kent Point. Movement was east at 35 mph. Wind gusts up to 45 mph are possible with these showers. Locations impacted include… Dover, Easton, Centerville, […]
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Arbor Day Poster Contest for Grades K to 5

The Delaware Forest Service's 2020 Arbor Day Poster Contest theme is "Trees Are Terrific…in Many Wonderful Ways!" To celebrate Arbor Day in the First State, the Delaware Forest Service is once again holding its annual "Arbor Day School Poster Contest" for students in grades K to 5 from all Delaware public, private, home school, after-school, and other organized youth groups. Winning posters will be selected from each of the three counties in the following categories: kindergarten, grades 1 and 2, grades 3 and 4, and grade 5. The twelve winners will be recognized at the annual Statewide Arbor Day Celebration hosted by Governor Carney! A tree planting ceremony will also be scheduled at each winner's school to celebrate Arbor Day. Details and registration at de.gov/arborday
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Arbor Day School Poster Contest for Grades K to 5

The Delaware Forest Service's 2020 Arbor Day Poster Contest theme is "Trees Are Terrific…in Many Wonderful Ways!" To celebrate Arbor Day in the First State, the Delaware Forest Service is once again holding its annual "Arbor Day School Poster Contest" for students in grades K to 5 from all Delaware public, private, home school, after-school, and other organized youth groups. Winning posters will be selected from each of the three counties in the following categories: kindergarten, grades 1 and 2, grades 3 and 4, and grade 5. The twelve winners will be recognized at the annual Statewide Arbor Day Celebration hosted by Governor Carney! A tree planting ceremony will also be scheduled at each winner's school to celebrate Arbor Day. Details and registration at de.gov/arborday
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Chester man sentenced to 20 years in prison for rape

A Superior Court judge sentenced Friday a Chester, PA man to 20 years in prison for 2 counts of rape, concluding a years-long effort to solve multiple cold cases. Hayim Raison was arrested after DNA tests on previously untested sexual assault kits helped lead to his arrest and guilty plea for 2 counts of Rape […]
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Attorney General Jennings secures relief for over 120 teachers in connection with their retirement accounts

A broker-dealer operating in Delaware, Horace Mann Investors, Inc., has agreed to provide settlement payments to numerous customers with IRA accounts opened by one of its registered representatives, Dieter Hofmann, Attorney General Kathleen Jennings announced. "The resolution provides necessary relief to over 120 teachers in Delaware in connection with their IRA accounts with Horace Mann", […]
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DNREC Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police Blotter: Dec. 30 – Jan. 5

To achieve public compliance with laws and regulations through education and enforcement actions that help conserve Delaware's fish and wildlife resources and ensure safe boating and public safety, DNREC's Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police officers between Dec. 30 – Jan. 5 made 1,169 contacts with hunters, anglers, boaters, and the general public, issuing 23 citations.
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Delaware Advisory Council on Tidal Finfisheries to meet Jan. 15 in Dover

Delaware's Advisory Council on Tidal Finfisheries will meet at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 15 in the DNREC Auditorium, 89 Kings Highway, Dover, DE 19901.
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DART to Host Community Conversations in New Castle County

Public transportation plays an essential role in the lives of thousands of Delawareans. It provides vital connections, bolsters the economy, improves the environment and helps to enhance our quality of life. Delaware Transit Corporation (DTC) proudly operates DART services in the First State. Please join DART for a Community Conversation where preliminary routing proposals to […]
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DNREC, Division of Public Health accepting proposals for wastewater, surface water, and drinking water planning grants

The Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control, along with the Delaware Division of Public Health, are now accepting project proposals from state, county and municipal governments, and conservation districts for matching grants for wastewater, surface water, and drinking water project planning.
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Program on historic African American beaches and resorts at Lewes’ Zwaanendael Museum on Jan. 18, 2020

Program explores beaches and resorts that African Americans could visit without fear of discrimination or violence during the segregation era.
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Wind Advisory issued January 8 at 10:25AM EST until January 8 at 8:00PM EST by NWS Mount Holly NJ

Event : Wind AdvisoryDescription : * WHAT…West to northwest winds 20 to 30 MPH with gusts up to 45 or 50 MPH. * WHERE…The Lehigh Valley and southeastern Pennsylvania, central and southern New Jersey, Delaware and northeastern Maryland. * WHEN…Until 8:00 PM this evening. * IMPACTS…Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could […]
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Jan. 22 deadline approaching to register for 2020 Delaware Wetlands Conference

Registration for the 2020 Delaware Wetlands Conference closes Wednesday, Jan. 22, so those who have not yet registered are encouraged to do so now, while spots are still available. Organized by DNREC's Division of Watershed Stewardship with support from the Division of Climate, Coastal & Energy, the conference will be held Wednesday, Jan. 29 and Thursday, Jan. 30 at the Chase Center on the Riverfront in Wilmington.
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Special Weather Statement issued January 8 at 9:19AM EST by NWS Mount Holly NJ

Event : Special Weather StatementDescription : At 919 AM EST, a snow squall was located near Middletown, moving east at 65 mph. Locations impacted include… Middletown, Smyrna, Clayton, Millington, Warwick, Sassafras, Green Spring, Bohemias Mills, Delaney Corner, Massey, Townsend, Odessa, Leipsic and Chambersville. Use extra caution if you must travel into or through this dangerous […]
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Snow Squall Warning issued January 8 at 8:50AM EST until January 8 at 9:15AM EST by NWS Mount Holly NJ

Event : Snow Squall WarningDescription : At 850 AM EST, a dangerous snow squall was located along a line extending from near Kennett Square to near Middletown, moving east at 55 mph. Roads will rapidly become snow covered when this squall passes. HAZARD…Extremely poor visibility in heavy snow. SOURCE…Radar and webcams. IMPACT…Dangerous life-threatening travel. This […]
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Snow Squall Warning issued January 8 at 8:10AM EST until January 8 at 8:30AM EST by NWS Mount Holly NJ

Event : Snow Squall Warning Description : At 810 AM EST, a dangerous snow squall was located over Brantwood, or near Elkton, moving east at 70 mph. This squall has a history of producing 1 to 2 inches of snow in less than one hour. Roads will rapidly become snow covered. HAZARD…Extremely poor visibility in […]
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Snow Squall Warning issued January 8 at 7:44AM EST until January 8 at 8:30AM EST by NWS Mount Holly NJ

Event : Snow Squall WarningDescription : The National Weather Service in Mount Holly NJ has issued a * Snow Squall Warning for… New Castle County in northern Delaware… Cecil County in northeastern Maryland… Southwestern Chester County in southeastern Pennsylvania… * Until 830 AM EST. * At 744 AM EST, a dangerous snow squall was located […]
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Special Weather Statement issued January 8 at 4:01AM EST by NWS Mount Holly NJ

Event : Special Weather StatementDescription : ***Icy Roads This Morning*** Temperatures dropping below freezing in the wake of yesterday’s precipitation have resulted in wet roads freezing early this morning creating very icy conditions in places. In addition, areas of mist and fog are resulting in visibilities of down to a half mile in spots. Motorists […]
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Wind Advisory issued January 8 at 3:15AM EST until January 8 at 8:00PM EST by NWS Mount Holly NJ

Event : Wind AdvisoryDescription : * WHAT…West winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected. * WHERE…Portions of central, northern, northwest and southern New Jersey, east central and southeast Pennsylvania, northeast Maryland and central, northern and southern Delaware. * WHEN…From 10 AM this morning to 8 PM EST this evening. * […]
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DNREC awards $150,000 to Delaware City for enhancing education, city’s restoration work, and recreational opportunities

DOVER – The Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control has awarded $150,000 to Delaware City to be used to improve recreational facilities, study and develop a plan to improve energy consumption, and develop rain gardens and bio swales at the city's community center, DNREC Secretary Shawn M. Garvin announced today. "The funds will focus on green technology, energy conservation, and environmental projects that will benefit Delaware City and surrounding areas," Secretary Garvin said. The funds will help Delaware City pave its Community Center parking lots and basketball court. This, along with incorporating rain gardens around the property, will greatly improve the water quality at the facility and reduce stormwater runoff. Using pervious pavement for the parking lot and basketball court will allow the rainwater to be absorbed back into the city's groundwater. In addition, both surfaces are more than 20 years old and are starting to create safety concerns. The Community Center houses the Delaware City Library, Police Athletic League Center, Reedy Point Players community theater group, and various classes offered through New Castle County.
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Winter Weather Advisory issued January 7 at 2:32PM EST until January 8 at 12:00AM EST by NWS Mount Holly NJ

Event : Winter Weather AdvisoryDescription : * WHAT…Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of up to around two inches. * WHERE…Portions of southern New Jersey, southeast Pennsylvania, northeast Maryland, and northern Delaware. * WHEN…From 5 PM this afternoon to midnight EST tonight. * IMPACTS…Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the evening commute. […]
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Wind Advisory issued January 7 at 2:27PM EST until January 8 at 8:00PM EST by NWS Mount Holly NJ

Event : Wind AdvisoryDescription : * WHAT…West winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected. * WHERE…Portions of central, northern, northwest, and southern New Jersey, east central and southeast Pennsylvania, northeast Maryland and central, northern and southern Delaware. This is for locations generally along and south of the Interstate 78 corridor. […]
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DPH Reminds Delaware to Get Their Flu Vaccines as it Announces First Flu-Related Deaths of 2019-2020 Season

DOVER – The Division of Public Health (DPH) is reminding Delawareans to protect themselves and those around them this influenza season by getting vaccinated as DPH announces the first two flu-related deaths of the 2019-2020 flu season. A 68-year-old woman infected with influenza A, and a 65-year-old man infected with influenza B, passed away this […]
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New chief of staff named for DNREC’s Office of the Secretary

Secretary Shawn M. Garvin announced today that the Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control will welcome a new chief of staff to the DNREC Secretary's office Jan. 27: Gregory Patterson, who brings with him extensive experience in the fields of communications, government, and the environment, having served in three Delaware administrations.
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Winter Weather Advisory issued January 7 at 6:19AM EST until January 8 at 12:00AM EST by NWS Mount Holly NJ

Event : Winter Weather AdvisoryDescription : * WHAT…Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of up to three inches. * WHERE…Portions of southern New Jersey, southeast Pennsylvania, northeast Maryland and northern Delaware. * WHEN…From 5 PM this afternoon to midnight EST tonight. * IMPACTS…Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the evening commute. * […]
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Nominations Sought for Delaware’s Top Youth Volunteers

Nominate a young person making a difference through volunteerism in Delaware.
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Wind Advisory issued January 5 at 7:38AM EST until January 5 at 12:00PM EST by NWS Mount Holly NJ

Event : Wind AdvisoryDescription : * WHAT…Northwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up 45 to 50 mph. * WHERE…In New Jersey, Eastern Monmouth, Atlantic Coastal Cape May, Coastal Atlantic and Coastal Ocean. In Delaware, Delaware Beaches. * WHEN…Until noon EST today. * IMPACTS…Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be […]
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Dense Fog Advisory issued January 4 at 10:20AM EST until January 4 at 1:00PM EST by NWS Mount Holly NJ

Event : Dense Fog AdvisoryDescription : * WHAT…Areas of dense fog with visibilities one quarter of a mile or less at times. * WHERE…Eastern Pennsylvania, much of New Jersey, northern Delaware, and northeastern Maryland. * WHEN…Until 1 PM EST this afternoon. * IMPACTS…Limited visibilities will make travel very difficult. Instruction : If driving, slow down, […]
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Dense Fog Advisory issued January 4 at 8:33AM EST until January 4 at 11:00AM EST by NWS Mount Holly NJ

Event : Dense Fog AdvisoryDescription : * WHAT…Areas of dense fog with visibilities one quarter of a mile or less at times. * WHERE…Eastern Pennsylvania, much of New Jersey, northern Delaware, and northeastern Maryland. * WHEN…Until 11 AM EST this morning. * IMPACTS…Limited visibilities will make travel very difficult. Instruction : If driving, slow down, […]
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Special Weather Statement issued January 4 at 8:02AM EST by NWS Mount Holly NJ

Event : Special Weather StatementDescription : Areas of fog will continue through the morning hours. Some areas could experience dense fog at times. If driving, prepare for rapid changes in visibility. Slow down and maintain extra distance from other vehicles. Instruction :
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Special Weather Statement issued January 4 at 6:27AM EST by NWS Mount Holly NJ

Event : Special Weather StatementDescription : Expect hazardous driving conditions this morning due to low visibilities. Areas of fog have developed and the fog is dense at times. Locally dense fog will continue through the morning commute before lifting and mixing out. If driving, prepare for rapid changes in visibility. Slow down and maintain extra […]
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DNREC Environmental Crimes Unit arrests two Wilmington men on multiple drug and weapon-related charges

DNREC's Delaware Natural Resources Police Environmental Crimes Unit arrested two Wilmington men Dec. 31 and charged them with numerous drug- and weapon-related crimes after a traffic stop on Route 1 southbound led to discovery of crack cocaine in their possession.
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2020 Annual Prevailing Wage Survey

The Delaware Department of Labor is currently conducting its Annual Prevailing Wage Survey for state-funded construction projects. On January 3, 2020, the Department mailed over 3000 survey forms to contractors. Completed survey forms must be postmarked or returned to the Department of Labor no later than February 10, 2020 for the data to be used […]
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Drug Investigation Leads to Man Wanted For Shooting

Deputy Attorney General Rebecca Anderson secured a guilty plea and prison sentence for a man wanted for a shooting in Seaford, arrested while police were investigating illegal drug activity in Bridgeville. Teron West, 33, of Seaford, was arrested in July 2019, when members of the Delaware State Police Sussex County Governor’s Task Force executed a […]
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Governor Carney Announces Nomination of Paul Fioravanti, Jr. to Court of Chancery

Fioravanti's nomination must be approved by the Delaware Senate WILMINGTON, Del. – Governor John Carney on Friday announced his intention to nominate Delaware attorney Paul Fioravanti, Jr. as Vice Chancellor of the Court of Chancery. The Delaware Senate is expected to consider the Governor's nomination of Fioravanti this month. "I am pleased to nominate Paul, […]
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OFFICE OF THE STATE TREASURER AND DEPARTMENT OF LABOR ROLL OUT UPGRADED UNEMPLOYMENT PAYMENT SYSTEM

DOVER (January 3, 2020): As part of a systems-wide upgrade to State of Delaware banking processes, the Office of State Treasurer Colleen C. Davis and the Department of Labor have announced improvements to unemployment benefit payment distribution. By the end of this month, the state will move unemployment debit cards to the U.S. Bank ReliaCard®, […]
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DNREC monitoring another Lewes WWTP malfunction and discharge of partially-treated effluent into Lewes-Rehoboth Canal

DOVER – Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control staff were dispatched today to the Lewes wastewater treatment plant (WWTP) after Tidewater Utilities notified the Department that the facility was once again forced to bypass stages of its treatment and discharge partially-treated effluent into the Lewes-Rehoboth Canal late Wednesday evening. The bypass lasted two hours while Tidewater operators worked to find a solution for problems with new treatment membranes. By 11:45 p.m. Wednesday Tidewater was able to end the bypass and resume normal treatment of effluent at the wastewater treatment plant.
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Delaware Shellfish Advisory Council to meet Jan. 7 in Dover

Delaware's Shellfish Advisory Council will meet at 7 p.m., Tuesday, Jan. 7 in the DNREC Auditorium, 89 Kings Highway, Dover, DE 19901.
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DNREC Division of Fish & Wildlife announces 2019 Delaware Fishing Photo Contest winners

DNREC's Division of Fish & Wildlife announced today that Dave Tally of Camden won the 2019 Delaware Fishing Photo Contest.
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