Archive for September, 2011
- Delaware Bans Dangerous Drugs Known As “Bath Salts”Governor Jack Markell announced that Delaware has banned the dangerous stimulants commonly known “bath salts” now making them illegal in Delaware.September 30, 2011
- Governor’s Weekly Message Transcript: Moving Forward with Jobs for DelawareJobs in manufacturing and finance – and the small businesses that serve them – have given hundreds of thousands of Delawareans the chance to raise and support their families. To make ends meet, and help build stronger financial foundations in their own lives. These industries have, in turn, been critical foundations of our state’s economy. [...]September 30, 2011
- Governor’s Weekly Message: Moving Forward with Jobs for Delaware at Capital One and Bloom EnergyIn his weekly message, Governor Markell talks about jobs in manufacturing and finance - and the small businesses that serve them - that have been critical foundations of our state’s economy. These are also two of the industries hit hardest by the national recession.September 30, 2011
- Governor Announces Next Stage of Early Education EffortsGovernor Jack Markell today announced the start of the next phase of Delaware’s plan to improve the quality of early childhood education. Starting on October 1st, early care and education providers statewide will receive an increased reimbursement rate for caring for children eligible for Delaware’s Purchase of Care system.September 30, 2011
- Delaware Moves To Ban Dangerous Drugs Commonly Known As “Bath Salts”The Controlled Substances Advisory Committee will hold an emergency meeting Friday, September 30, at the request of the Secretary of State, who seeks to exercise his authority to issue an immediate ban on the drugs. September 29, 2011
- WSFS Announces Small Business Loan ProgramSpecial program to help small businesses immediately grow and create jobsSeptember 29, 2011
- Highway Safety Officials Concerned as Number of Unbelted Traffic Deaths Rise and Statewide Seat Belt Use Rate Falls Slightly“We’re asking drivers and passengers to buckle up for safety,” said Governor Jack Markell. “It’s something we can all do when we ride in a vehicle. The more Delawareans wear seat belts, the more injuries we spare and lives we save. It’s that simple.”September 27, 2011
- Delaware Floodplain and Drainage Advisory Committee Begins Work That Will Help Protect Lives And Property From Flooding“Flooding has been a problem for many Delaware homes and businesses, causing millions of dollars worth of property damage,” said Governor Jack Markell, who signed Senate Bill 64 into law on August 17, 2011. “This law brings together a variety of Delawareans, providing a forum to identify practices that will prevent or minimize flooding. The goal is to let communities and businesses focus on families and jobs instead of dealing with floods.”September 27, 2011
- DPH Awarded $2.9 Million To Strengthen Health Of Mothers And ChildrenThe state Division of Public Health’s Family Health Section will use the funds to support the development of a comprehensive early childhood system that addresses health and development from the prenatal period through age 8, reaching high-risk and hard-to-engage populations including rural communities. September 27, 2011
- Capital One Agrees to Create 500 Delaware Jobs“Capital One is a bank on the move, actively expanding its workforce and offerings. There are talented, driven and experienced Delawareans ready to get to work each day to help them move forward,” Markell said.September 26, 2011
