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		<title>DUI Checkpoint Set for Friday May 18th</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/05/15/dui-checkpoint-set-for-friday-may-18th/</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 15 May 2012 13:15:02 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Dover – The following checkpoint is scheduled to take place Friday as part of the Checkpoint Strikeforce campaign: Friday May 18th &#8211; Wilmington (NcCo DUI Task Force) The Checkpoint Strikeforce campaign is a crackdown on impaired driving. Delaware will be conducting 2 DUI checkpoints each month until July when weekly DUI checkpoints will resume. This [...]]]></description>
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		<title>National Women’s Health Week May 13 &#8211; 19, 2012</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 11 May 2012 20:29:34 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Women are traditionally the primary caregivers and nurturers, those frequently in charge of their family’s health and wellness. But do women devote enough time to their own health and well-being? The Delaware Office of Women’s Health joins the national Office on Women’s Health in celebrating “Women’s Health Week.” ]]></description>
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		<title>“Seat Belts Save More Lives Than We Do,” Say Delaware Paramedics</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/05/11/%e2%80%9cseat-belts-save-more-lives-than-we-do%e2%80%9d-say-delaware-paramedics/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 11 May 2012 19:56:09 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>by alison.kirk</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Click It or Ticket campaign begins May 14th. Delaware paramedics tell motorists why seat belts save lives. ]]></description>
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		<title>Governor Markell Opens Summit with State Leaders on Diversity in Government</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/05/11/governor-markell-opens-summit-with-state-leaders-on-diversity-in-government/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/05/11/governor-markell-opens-summit-with-state-leaders-on-diversity-in-government/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 11 May 2012 19:33:50 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Over 300 State leaders, including Cabinet secretaries, state agency heads, division directors and human resources professionals participated in the Equal Employment Opportunity Summit which was hosted by the Governor’s Council on Equal Employment Opportunity.]]></description>
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		<title>Governor&#8217;s Weekly Message: Celebrating Prom and Graduation Season Safely</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/05/11/governors-weekly-message-3/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 11 May 2012 15:25:02 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[In his weekly address, the Governor talks about prom and graduation season in Delaware, the state’s efforts to raise awareness about the safety issues that often accompany this time of year and the critical role parents play in keeping our young people safe.]]></description>
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		<title>Governor&#8217;s Weekly Message Transcript: Celebrating Prom and Graduation Season Safely</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/05/11/governors-weekly-message-transcript-3/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/05/11/governors-weekly-message-transcript-3/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 11 May 2012 15:24:33 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[It’s prom and graduation season in Delaware and many families are celebrating together the milestones they and their teenagers have achieved.  We, meanwhile, are working hard to make sure there will be jobs available for our young people when they are ready for their careers.  Whether they are going to college, into the military service, onto employment training or travel, our young people will be moving in many new directions.]]></description>
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		<title>280 Foster Grandparents Honored at Recognition Luncheon in Dover</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/05/10/280-foster-grandparents-honored-at-recognition-luncheon-in-dover/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/05/10/280-foster-grandparents-honored-at-recognition-luncheon-in-dover/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 11 May 2012 02:30:56 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>by admin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[At a recognition luncheon Thursday in Dover, Gov. Jack Markell joined Department of Health and Social Services Secretary Rita Landgraf in honoring Delaware’s 280 Foster Grandparents for mentoring at-risk children across the state.]]></description>
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		<title>Governor Announces State Employees of the Year</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/05/10/governor-announces-state-employees-of-the-year/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/05/10/governor-announces-state-employees-of-the-year/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 10 May 2012 18:26:22 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Governor Jack Markell today recognized and celebrated the efforts of the 2012 recipients of the Delaware Award for Excellence and Commitment in State Service. ]]></description>
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		<title>Senate Confirms Governor&#8217;s Education Secretary Nominee</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/05/09/senate-confirms-governors-education-secretary-nominee/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/05/09/senate-confirms-governors-education-secretary-nominee/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 09 May 2012 21:04:38 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Governor Jack Markell’s nominee for Secretary of the Delaware Department of Education, Mark Murphy, was confirmed by the Delaware Senate.]]></description>
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		<title>Governor and Municipalities Sign Agreement to Reduce Municipal Electric Rates to Attract New Jobs</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/05/09/reduce-municipal-electric-rates/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/05/09/reduce-municipal-electric-rates/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 09 May 2012 19:54:24 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Municipal electric rates in Delaware should start to go down by at least 10 percent under an agreement signed today. Gov. Jack Markell joined Patrick McCullar, President and CEO of the Delaware Municipal Electric Corporation (“DEMEC”), and the Mayors or town officials of Newark, New Castle, Middletown, Clayton, Smyrna, Dover, Milford, Lewes and Seaford to sign a Memorandum of Understanding (“MOU”) that underscores their shared commitment toward making municipal energy rates more competitive in order to spur job creation, while preserving the core functions and services provided to residents and businesses in the municipal service territories.]]></description>
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		<title>State Suspends License of Newark Physician for Serious Violations of Medical Practice Act</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/05/09/state-suspends-license-of-newark-physician-for-serious-violations-of-medical-practice-act/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 09 May 2012 12:28:07 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>by christopher.portante</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Secretary of State Jeffrey Bullock and the President of the Board of Medical Licensure and Discipline, Dr. Stephen Cooper, have ordered the emergency suspension of Dr. Pierre LeRoy’s medical license for committing serious violations of the Delaware Medical Practice Act.]]></description>
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		<title>On Wednesday, May 9, Lt. Governor Denn in Sussex County</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/05/08/on-wednesday-may-9-lt-governor-denn-in-sussex-county-2/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/05/08/on-wednesday-may-9-lt-governor-denn-in-sussex-county-2/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Tue, 08 May 2012 17:14:58 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>by admin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Helps Launch New Online Developmental Screening Tool for Parents &#038; Healthcare Providers. Visits Eighth Grade Classes at Beacon Middle School]]></description>
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		<title>Air Quality Improvements Unveiled At Trinity Port Services In New Castle</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/05/04/air-quality-improvements-unveiled-at-trinity-port-services-in-new-castle/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/05/04/air-quality-improvements-unveiled-at-trinity-port-services-in-new-castle/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 04 May 2012 19:36:02 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[ A cooperative project that improves Delaware air quality and the quality of life for neighborhood residents was unveiled today at a ceremony at Trinity Port Services in New Castle. Twenty electrified outlets that power refrigerated storage containers at the company’s Rogers Road site have replaced the use of diesel generators, significantly reducing air pollutants, diesel fumes and noise in the community.]]></description>
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		<title>Governor&#8217;s Weekly Message: Making Delaware’s Case to Major Employers</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/05/04/governors-weekly-message-2/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/05/04/governors-weekly-message-2/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 04 May 2012 15:16:25 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[In his weekly address, the Governor talks about two new chances to make Delaware’s case in the national debateon how to get people working, make our schools even stronger and better prepare our nation for what is emerging as a global war for talent and jobs.]]></description>
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		<title>Governor&#8217;s Weekly Message Transcript: Making Delaware’s Case to Major Employers</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/05/04/governors-weekly-message-transcript-2/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/05/04/governors-weekly-message-transcript-2/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 04 May 2012 15:06:56 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[This week, Delaware had two new chances to make its case in the national debate on how to get people working, make our schools even stronger and better prepare our nation for what is emerging as a global war for talent and jobs.]]></description>
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		<title>Gov. Markell Heads The Class At Prestige Academy In Wilmington During Teach For America Week</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/05/04/gov-markell-heads-the-class-at-prestige-academy-in-wilmington-during-teach-for-america-week/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 04 May 2012 13:22:34 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Governor. Jack Markell today highlighted the importance of hard work and determination to 7th grade math students at Prestige Academy in Wilmington as a guest teacher for Teach For America Week.  Teach For America Week draws community leaders nationwide to support educational excellence for all children.]]></description>
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		<title>Governor Markell Celebrates Arbor Day</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/05/04/governor-markell-celebrates-arbor-day/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 04 May 2012 13:15:36 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Governor Markell Celebrates Arbor Day at Delaware State University]]></description>
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		<title>DUI Checkpoint Set for May 4th</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/05/04/dui-checkpoint-set-for-may-4th/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/05/04/dui-checkpoint-set-for-may-4th/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 04 May 2012 12:17:41 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>by alison.kirk</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[News]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Office of Highway Safety]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[DUI Checkpoint set for May 4th. ]]></description>
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		<title>Delaware’s National Prescription Drug Take-Back Event Collects A Record 6,808 Pounds Of Medicine</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/05/03/national-prescription-drug-take-back/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/05/03/national-prescription-drug-take-back/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 03 May 2012 20:48:29 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>by admin</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[DHSS]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Office of Governor Markell]]></category>
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		<posttags><![CDATA[dhss|drug-take-back|qualityoflife|responsiblegovernment]]></posttags>

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		<description><![CDATA[Delaware residents participated in the 2012 Prescription Drug Take-Back Day on April 28 in record numbers, turning in more than 6,808 pounds of unwanted or expired medications at the 31 take-back sites statewide. ]]></description>
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		<title>Lt. Governor Denn Participates in Stand4Change Day</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/05/03/lt-governor-denn-participates-in-stand4change-day/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/05/03/lt-governor-denn-participates-in-stand4change-day/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 03 May 2012 17:05:19 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>by admin</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Office of Lieutenant Governor Matt Denn]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[On Friday, May 4th, Lt. Governor Matt Denn will join the students at Springer Middle School to stand united against bullying.]]></description>
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		<title>Delaware to Celebrate Senior Corps Week</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/05/03/delaware-to-celebrate-senior-corps-week/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/05/03/delaware-to-celebrate-senior-corps-week/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 03 May 2012 16:43:20 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>by admin</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[DHSS]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Office of Governor Markell]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[ Delaware will mark Seniors Corps Week May 7-11 by celebrating older volunteers who served almost 1 million hours last year on behalf of fellow Delawareans.]]></description>
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		<title>Delaware State Housing Authority Launches New Program For Veterans</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/05/02/new-program-for-veterans/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/05/02/new-program-for-veterans/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 02 May 2012 18:34:28 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>by admin</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Office of Governor Markell]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Housing]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[qualityoflife]]></category>
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		<posttags><![CDATA[housing|qualityoflife|veterans]]></posttags>

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		<description><![CDATA[The Delaware State Housing Authority (DSHA) announced today the launch of its new “Loans for Heroes” program, an important product that will provide qualified U.S. veterans with mortgage financing through participating lenders.]]></description>
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		<title>Bloom Energy Expands to East Coast</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/04/30/bloom-energy-expands-to-east-coast/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/04/30/bloom-energy-expands-to-east-coast/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 30 Apr 2012 13:15:27 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>by admin</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Office of Governor Markell]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[energy]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[jobs]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[qualityoflife]]></category>
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		<posttags><![CDATA[energy|jobs|qualityoflife]]></posttags>

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		<description><![CDATA[Bloom Energy breaks ground on new Manufacturing Center in Delaware, and announces new customers leading the way in energy innovation.]]></description>
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		<title>Commissioner Stewart and Other State Regulators Visit Capitol Hill</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/04/30/commissioner-stewart-and-other-state-regulators-visit-capitol-hill/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/04/30/commissioner-stewart-and-other-state-regulators-visit-capitol-hill/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 30 Apr 2012 09:33:06 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>by lonnie.dye</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Insurance Commissioner]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[congress]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[consumers]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Commissioner Karen Weldin Stewart and fellow members of the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) met in Washington, D.C. last week to confer with members of Congress about ongoing insurance-related efforts.]]></description>
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		<title>Gun Barrel Salvaged From the USS Missouri Becomes a Big Part of Battery 519 Museum at Fort Miles in Cape Henlopen State Park</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/04/28/uss-missouri/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/04/28/uss-missouri/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Sat, 28 Apr 2012 21:44:37 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>by admin</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[DNREC]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Office of Governor Markell]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[After a long journey by water and rail, a storied 16-inch gun barrel was unveiled today at the Battery 519 Museum at the Fort Miles Historical Area in Cape Henlopen State Park, where it will be stationed. The gun barrel, which weighs more than 116 tons and is 66 feet long, was salvaged from the USS Missouri, the battleship on whose deck the Japanese signed the surrender that ended World War II on Sept 2, 1945. ]]></description>
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		<title>Governor&#8217;s Weekly Message: Bloom Energy: Helping to Power Delaware’s Future</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/04/27/governors-weekly-message-bloom-energy-helping-to-power-delaware%e2%80%99s-future/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/04/27/governors-weekly-message-bloom-energy-helping-to-power-delaware%e2%80%99s-future/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 27 Apr 2012 20:50:57 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>by admin</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Weekly Message]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[energy]]></category>
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		<posttags><![CDATA[energy|jobs]]></posttags>

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		<description><![CDATA[The Governor talks about Bloom Energy coming to Delaware.  On Monday, Bloom will break ground on Bloom energy’s first East Coast manufacturing facility, to be constructed on the former site of the Chrysler plant in Newark, which is now part of the University of Delaware’s Science, Technology and Advanced Research campus.   Once completed, it will bring an estimated 1,500 manufacturing, supply chain and construction jobs to the region.]]></description>
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		<title>Governor&#8217;s Weekly Message Transcript: Bloom Energy: Helping to Power Delaware&#8217;s Future</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/04/27/governors-weekly-message-transcript-bloom-energy-helping-to-power-delawares-future/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/04/27/governors-weekly-message-transcript-bloom-energy-helping-to-power-delawares-future/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 27 Apr 2012 20:44:03 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>by admin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[For generations, the Chrysler plant in Newark built cars that powered down our nation’s highways.  Just down the street, the University of Delaware was building on its campus generation after generation of innovations and innovators to help power our nation’s economy.]]></description>
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		<title>Markell Nominates Experienced Educational Leader, Former Principal and Teacher Mark Murphy for Secretary of Education</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/04/27/education_nomination/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/04/27/education_nomination/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 27 Apr 2012 16:58:33 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>by admin</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Office of Governor Markell]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[education]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Governor: “Mark can hit the ground running to keep our school improvement efforts moving forward.”]]></description>
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		<title>Delaware.gov Has New Look, Simplified Access</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/04/27/delaware-gov-has-new-look-simplified-access/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/04/27/delaware-gov-has-new-look-simplified-access/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 27 Apr 2012 11:01:59 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>by christopher.portante</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Dept. of State]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[GIC]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Office of Governor Markell]]></category>
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		<category><![CDATA[egovernment]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Jack Markell]]></category>
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		<postcategories><![CDATA[state|gic|gov_markell]]></postcategories>
		<posttags><![CDATA[egov|egovernment|jack-markell|responsiblegovernment]]></posttags>

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		<description><![CDATA[Delaware’s main internet portal – Delaware.gov – has been redesigned to improve citizen access to state government information and services. “The state’s new web portal was designed to be welcoming and easy to use, better connecting citizens to their government,” said Governor Markell.]]></description>
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		<title>Governor Markell Announces Recipients of Over $450,000 in Financial Literacy Education Funding</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/04/26/governor-markell-announces-recipients-of-over-450000-in-financial-literacy-education-funding/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/04/26/governor-markell-announces-recipients-of-over-450000-in-financial-literacy-education-funding/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 26 Apr 2012 19:08:10 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>by christopher.portante</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Dept. of State]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Office of Governor Markell]]></category>
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		<category><![CDATA[financial literacy]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Twenty-two Delaware nonprofit organizations will receive a collective total of $452,605 in grant money to improve the well-being of Delawareans through financial literacy programs, announced Governor Jack Markell at an event today in Wilmington. ]]></description>
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		<title>DUI Checkpoint Set For April 27th</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/04/26/dui-checkpoint-set-for-april-27th/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/04/26/dui-checkpoint-set-for-april-27th/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 26 Apr 2012 17:09:57 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>by alison.kirk</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[News]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Office of Highway Safety]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Safety and Homeland Security]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[dui]]></category>
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		<postcategories><![CDATA[news|office-of-highway-safety|safety-and-homeland-security]]></postcategories>
		<posttags><![CDATA[dui|publicsafety]]></posttags>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://news.delaware.gov/2012/04/26/dui-checkpoint-set-for-april-27th/</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[DUI checkpoint set for Friday April 27th in Wilmington.]]></description>
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		<title>OHS Launches the 2012 Aggressive Driving Campaign and Asks Drivers &#8220;Are You That Guy?&#8221;</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/04/26/ohs-launches-the-2012-aggressive-driving-campaign-and-asks-drivers-are-you-that-guy/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/04/26/ohs-launches-the-2012-aggressive-driving-campaign-and-asks-drivers-are-you-that-guy/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 26 Apr 2012 05:00:36 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>by alison.kirk</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[News]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Office of Highway Safety]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Safety and Homeland Security]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[aggressive driving]]></category>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://news.delaware.gov/?p=2648</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[The Delaware Office of Highway Safety (OHS) is asking drivers “Are You That Guy?” as they launch the agency’s aggressive driving campaign for 2012.  Public outreach and education activities along high visibility enforcement will continue to be the cornerstone of this year’s new campaign efforts. ]]></description>
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		<title>Got Drugs? National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/04/23/got-drugs-national-prescription-drug-take-back-day/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/04/23/got-drugs-national-prescription-drug-take-back-day/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 23 Apr 2012 20:04:41 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>by admin</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Office of Governor Markell]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[publicsafety]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[qualityoflife]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[ResponsibleGovernment]]></category>
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		<posttags><![CDATA[publicsafety|qualityoflife|responsiblegovernment]]></posttags>

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		<description><![CDATA[The public will have an opportunity to safely dispose of their expired, unused and unwanted medications on Saturday, April 28, 2012, at 31 collection sites statewide from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. ]]></description>
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		<title>Governor&#8217;s Weekly Message: Volunteerism Brings our Community Together</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/04/20/governors-weekly-message-volunteerism-brings-our-community-together/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/04/20/governors-weekly-message-volunteerism-brings-our-community-together/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 20 Apr 2012 16:06:22 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>by admin</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Weekly Message]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Governor Markell talks about the annual Week of Service and how the event has grown since 2009’s Weekend of Service. The Governor and First Lady kicked off the Week of Service last Sunday at an event for the Delaware National Guard’s “War on Hunger.”]]></description>
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		<title>Governor&#8217;s Weekly Message Transcript: Volunteerism Brings our Community Together</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/04/20/governors-weekly-message-transcript/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/04/20/governors-weekly-message-transcript/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 20 Apr 2012 15:58:34 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>by admin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Recognizing the tough financial times our state and our fellow citizens faced, Carla and I replaced the traditional Inaugural Ball each Governor gets with a statewide weekend of service. ]]></description>
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		<title>Governor Markell Thanks Secretary of Education Lillian Lowery For her Service to Delaware’s Children</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/04/20/governor-markell-thanks-secretary-of-education-lillian-lowery-for-her-service-to-delaware%e2%80%99s-children/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/04/20/governor-markell-thanks-secretary-of-education-lillian-lowery-for-her-service-to-delaware%e2%80%99s-children/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 20 Apr 2012 13:23:04 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Governor Jack Markell thanked Secretary of Education Lillian Lowery for her years of service to Delaware’s children and wished her well in her new role as Maryland’s State Superintendent of Education. ]]></description>
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		<title>Statement of Governor Jack A. Markell Following the Execution of Shannon Johnson</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/04/20/statement-of-governor-jack-a-markell-following-the-execution-of-shannon-johnson/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/04/20/statement-of-governor-jack-a-markell-following-the-execution-of-shannon-johnson/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 20 Apr 2012 08:11:11 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[The State of Delaware this morning carried out the sentence imposed for Shannon Johnson’s brutal murder of Cameron Hamelin]]></description>
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		<title>Lt. Governor Denn Visits Delaware Military Academy on Friday, April 20th</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/04/19/lt-governor-denn-visits-delaware-military-academy-on-friday-april-20th/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/04/19/lt-governor-denn-visits-delaware-military-academy-on-friday-april-20th/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 19 Apr 2012 19:24:35 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[His first visit will be a visit to Delaware Military Academy (DMA) in Wilmington. Lt. Governor Denn will then recognize and thank those who have given at least 10 years of their time to volunteer at Christiana Care to end their “Week of Volunteerism.” ]]></description>
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		<title>Lt. Governor Denn Announces Two “Excellence in Parental Involvement” Award Winners at Press Conference</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/04/19/lt-governor-denn-announces-two-%e2%80%9cexcellence-in-parental-involvement%e2%80%9d-award-winners-at-press-conference/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 19 Apr 2012 19:20:40 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[The 2012 winners of the award are Bayard Middle School and Gallaher Elementary School, both of Christina School District.  The two winners were picked by a committee of parents, teachers, administrators, and representatives from the business community. ]]></description>
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		<title>On Thursday, April 19, Lt. Governor Denn Announces Winners of his 3rd Annual “Excellence in Parental Involvement Award”</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/04/18/20120418/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/04/18/20120418/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 18 Apr 2012 18:27:38 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>by admin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[The Excellence in Parental Involvement award was created by Lt. Governor Denn as a way to honor schools and parents that have successfully expanded parental involvement through innovative programs.  Media will learn more about these programs and their implementation at Thursday’s press conference. ]]></description>
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		<title>Settlement Reached in Overprescribing Case</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/04/17/settlement-reached-in-overprescribing-case/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/04/17/settlement-reached-in-overprescribing-case/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Tue, 17 Apr 2012 13:51:25 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>by christopher.portante</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Secretary of State Jeffrey Bullock has signed an order to accept a consent decree setting forth numerous requirements that Dr. Patrick Titus must satisfy before he is allowed to resume prescribing controlled substances. 
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		<title>JP Morgan Chase Plans to Add Up to 1,200 Jobs in Delaware</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/04/13/jp-morgan-chase-plans-to-add-up-to-1200-jobs-in-delaware/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/04/13/jp-morgan-chase-plans-to-add-up-to-1200-jobs-in-delaware/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 13 Apr 2012 22:02:40 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Governor Markell and Delaware Economic Development Office Director Levin announced that JP Morgan Chase plans to expand its operations in Delaware and add up to 1,200 new jobs in the state.]]></description>
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		<title>DUI Checkpoint Set For April 13th</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/04/13/dui-checkpoint-set-for-april-13th/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/04/13/dui-checkpoint-set-for-april-13th/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 13 Apr 2012 20:29:14 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>by alison.kirk</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[DUI checkpoint set for Friday April 13th in Wilmington.]]></description>
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		<title>Governor&#8217;s Weekly Message: When It Comes to Child Abuse – See the Signs, Make the Call</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/04/13/governors-weekly-message/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/04/13/governors-weekly-message/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 13 Apr 2012 16:12:34 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>by admin</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Weekly Message]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Child Abuse Prevention Month]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[The Governor talks about child abuse awareness and Delaware’s month-long campaign designed to urge people to see the signs and make the call.  A majority of child abuse incidents go unreported.]]></description>
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		<title>Governor&#8217;s Weekly Message Transcript: When It Comes to Child Abuse – See the Signs, Make the Call</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/04/13/governors-weekly-message-transcript-when-it-comes-to-child-abuse-%e2%80%93-see-the-signs-make-the-cal/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/04/13/governors-weekly-message-transcript-when-it-comes-to-child-abuse-%e2%80%93-see-the-signs-make-the-cal/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 13 Apr 2012 16:04:36 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>by admin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Our children rely on us for so much – guidance, support, safety. We have a tremendous opportunity to be a positive force as they navigate through childhood and build a foundation for their future. But it’s more than an opportunity – it’s our responsibility. Children look to us to be role models, to make good choices, to be champions for what’s best for them. This responsibility is most critical when it comes to their safety and well-being.]]></description>
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		<title>Governor and First Lady to Kick Off Delaware Week of Service with Events in Smyrna</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/04/12/governor-and-first-lady-to-kick-off-delaware-week-of-service-with-events-in-smyrna/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/04/12/governor-and-first-lady-to-kick-off-delaware-week-of-service-with-events-in-smyrna/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 12 Apr 2012 19:30:29 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>by admin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Gov. Jack Markell and first lady Carla Markell will begin the Delaware Week of Service on Sunday, April 15, with two events in Smyrna, the announcement of a weeklong public food drive by the Delaware National Guard and the beautification of the grounds of a historic home owned by the state.]]></description>
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		<title>DHSS Seeks Comment on State Plan on Aging at Public Hearings This Month</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/04/12/dhss-seeks-comment-on-state-plan-on-aging-at-public-hearings-this-month/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/04/12/dhss-seeks-comment-on-state-plan-on-aging-at-public-hearings-this-month/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 12 Apr 2012 14:03:57 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[The Delaware Health and Social Services’ Division of Services for Aging and Adults with Physical Disabilities will seek public comment on its proposed State Plan on Aging covering October 2012 through September 2015.]]></description>
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		<title>Lt. Governor Denn To Honor Those Involved in Adult Literacy</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/04/11/lt-governor-denn-to-honor-those-involved-in-adult-literacy/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/04/11/lt-governor-denn-to-honor-those-involved-in-adult-literacy/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 11 Apr 2012 20:20:19 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>by admin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Media are invited to join Lt. Governor Matt Denn as he presents awards at the 20th Annual Outstanding Adult and Family Literacy Achievement and Service Awards on Friday, April 13th. ]]></description>
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		<title>Governor Unveils New Website</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/04/11/governor-unveils-new-website/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/04/11/governor-unveils-new-website/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 11 Apr 2012 17:51:19 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>by felicia.pullam</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Governor Jack Markell today unveiled a newly redesigned website for the Governor’s office at governor.delaware.gov.  Several weeks ago, Markell was also the first governor to join Pinterest – one of the nation’s fastest growing social networks, estimated to be the third most popular. ]]></description>
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		<title>Secretary of State Releases 2011 Corporations Annual Report</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/04/09/secretary-of-state-releases-2011-corporations-annual-report/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/04/09/secretary-of-state-releases-2011-corporations-annual-report/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 09 Apr 2012 13:42:36 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>by christopher.portante</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Dept. of State]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Economy]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Secretary of State Jeffrey W. Bullock has released the 2011 Annual Report for the Delaware Division of Corporations. Delaware remains the chosen home of more than half of all U.S. publicly traded companies. At the end of 2011, there were over 945,000 active business entities in the state, a 4% increase from 2010. Overall new entity formation in 2011 grew 13% to 133,297. 
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		<title>Governor&#8217;s Weekly Message: STEM Council Aids Students in Competing for Global Jobs</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/04/05/governors-weekly-message-stem-council-aids-students-in-competing-for-global-jobs/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/04/05/governors-weekly-message-stem-council-aids-students-in-competing-for-global-jobs/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 05 Apr 2012 22:06:08 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>by admin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Governor Jack Markell talks about the state’s STEM Council and the international competition for jobs.  One of the things companies look for when considering where to invest is a gifted workforce, which depends on our public schools.  The jobs of the future are in the areas of Science, Technology, Engineering and Math, or STEM subjects. ]]></description>
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		<title>Governor’s Weekly Message Transcript: STEM Council Aids Students in Competing for Global Jobs</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/04/05/governors-weekly-message-transcript-stem-council-aids-students-in-competing-for-global-jobs/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/04/05/governors-weekly-message-transcript-stem-council-aids-students-in-competing-for-global-jobs/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 05 Apr 2012 22:00:27 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>by admin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[During some particularly challenging times these last few years, our state has made clear – again and again – that whether it was meeting the challenge of the federal race to the top contest, or trying to reopen the shuttered refinery at Delaware City, or tackling rapidly rising pension and health care costs, or putting our state back on the path to financial stability – Delawareans come together to fight alongside each other FOR things that matter, instead of AGAINST each other over trivial issues.]]></description>
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		<title>State Launches Month-Long Awareness Effort to Stop Child Abuse</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/04/05/state-launches-month-long-awareness-effort-to-stop-child-abuse/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/04/05/state-launches-month-long-awareness-effort-to-stop-child-abuse/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 05 Apr 2012 19:29:13 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>by admin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Governor Markell and DSCYF Secretary Rapposelli formally launched a statewide, month-long awareness campaign to stop child abuse in Delaware coinciding with April as National Child Abuse Prevention Awareness Month.]]></description>
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		<title>Gov. Markell, Speaker Gilligan, President Pro Tem DeLuca Unveil Delaware Elections Disclosure Act</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/04/05/delaware-elections-disclosure-act-unveiled/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/04/05/delaware-elections-disclosure-act-unveiled/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 05 Apr 2012 19:20:15 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>by admin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[House Speaker Gilligan, Senate President Pro Tem DeLuca and Governor Markell announced two bills to reform and modernize Delaware’s election laws. ]]></description>
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		<title>OHS Urges Motorcylists to Respect Your Ride and to Ride Safe and Ride Smart After Three Motorcycle Fatalities In One Week</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/04/05/ohs-urges-motorcylists-to-respect-your-ride-and-to-ride-safe-and-ride-smart-after-three-motorcycle-fatalities-in-one-week/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/04/05/ohs-urges-motorcylists-to-respect-your-ride-and-to-ride-safe-and-ride-smart-after-three-motorcycle-fatalities-in-one-week/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 05 Apr 2012 17:49:39 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>by alison.kirk</dc:creator>
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		<category><![CDATA[Office of Highway Safety]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Dover –  The first motorcycle fatality of the year occurred in Dover on April 2nd and was quickly followed by a double motorcycle fatality in Newark on April 4th.   According to Police reports, excessive speeding, no driver’s license (no motorcycle rider training), and failure to yield are factors in these crashes. ]]></description>
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		<title>Delaware STEM Council Releases First Annual Report</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/04/03/delaware-stem-council-releases-first-annual-report/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/04/03/delaware-stem-council-releases-first-annual-report/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Tue, 03 Apr 2012 19:29:20 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>by admin</dc:creator>
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		<category><![CDATA[education]]></category>
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		<posttags><![CDATA[education|jobs|stem|transparency]]></posttags>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://news.delaware.gov/?p=2377</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[The Delaware STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) Council has released a comprehensive report detailing the state of STEM Education in Delaware: its strengths, weaknesses and opportunities for improvement.]]></description>
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		<title>Number of Delaware Farmers&#8217; Markets Rises Dramatically</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/04/03/number-of-delaware-farmers-markets-rises-dramatically/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/04/03/number-of-delaware-farmers-markets-rises-dramatically/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Tue, 03 Apr 2012 17:21:01 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>by admin</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Agriculture]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Office of Governor Markell]]></category>
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		<posttags><![CDATA[agriculture-2|health|jobs|qualityoflife|tourism]]></posttags>

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		<description><![CDATA[Delaware’s farmers’ market season will kick off bigger and better than ever this month, with the number of markets selling farm-fresh produce around the state substantially increased over last year.]]></description>
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		<title>Delaware’s Bill of Rights Returns to the Delaware Public Archives</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/04/03/delaware%e2%80%99s-bill-of-rights-returns-to-the-delaware-public-archives/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/04/03/delaware%e2%80%99s-bill-of-rights-returns-to-the-delaware-public-archives/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Tue, 03 Apr 2012 17:15:30 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>by christopher.portante</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Dept. of State]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Appearing in Delaware for the first time in three years, Delaware’s copy of the Bill of Rights is now on display in the Charter Room of the Delaware Public Archives. The document will be on display until July 2, 2012.]]></description>
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		<title>Governor&#8217;s Weekly Message: Make Government More Transparent Through Lobbying Reform Bill</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/03/30/governors-weekly-message-make-government-more-transparent-through-lobbying-reform-bill/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/03/30/governors-weekly-message-make-government-more-transparent-through-lobbying-reform-bill/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 30 Mar 2012 16:44:27 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>by admin</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Weekly Message]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Governor Jack Markell talks about new legislation that would improve government transparency and citizens’ access to information by requiring that lobbyists specifically report on each piece of legislation, each area of the budget or the bond bill, or each proposed state agency regulation that they are lobbying to change and who they are talking with to try and make those changes.]]></description>
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		<title>Governor&#8217;s Weekly Message Transcript: Make Government More Transparent Through Lobbying Reform Bill</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/03/30/governors-weekly-message-transcript-make-government-more-transparent-through-lobbying-reform-bill/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/03/30/governors-weekly-message-transcript-make-government-more-transparent-through-lobbying-reform-bill/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 30 Mar 2012 16:40:05 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>by admin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Former Supreme Court Justice Louis Brandeis once said, “Sunlight is the best disinfectant,” and that’s as true today as it was when he first said it.]]></description>
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		<title>Lt. Governor Denn in Kent County Friday, March 30, 2012</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/03/29/lt-governor-denn-in-kent-county-friday-march-30-2012/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/03/29/lt-governor-denn-in-kent-county-friday-march-30-2012/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 29 Mar 2012 19:58:57 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>by admin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Speaks to 4th Graders at Sunnyside Elementary about Democracy
Provides Remarks to Early Childhood Professionals Conference
Welcomes State of Wyoming Main Street Program to Dover]]></description>
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		<title>52nd Annual Governor’s Prayer Breakfast to Be Held on May 3 in Dover</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/03/29/52nd-annual-governor%e2%80%99s-prayer-breakfast-to-be-held-on-may-3-in-dover/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/03/29/52nd-annual-governor%e2%80%99s-prayer-breakfast-to-be-held-on-may-3-in-dover/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 29 Mar 2012 17:36:17 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>by christopher.portante</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[The public is warmly invited to attend the 52nd Annual Governor’s Prayer Breakfast on Thursday, May 3 at the Modern Maturity Center in Dover. The focus of this year’s event is “Compassion,” and the guest speaker will be author, pastor and social activist, Dr. Tony Campolo.
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		<title>New Top Dog for the First Family</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/03/28/new-top-dog-for-the-first-family/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/03/28/new-top-dog-for-the-first-family/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 28 Mar 2012 16:35:23 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>by admin</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Office of Governor Markell]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Delaware’s First Family has a new member and her name is “Rue.”   “Rue,” a playful, three-month old puppy with some pretty big paws has recently joined the Markell household.
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		<title>Lobbying Disclosure Bill Shines Critical Sunlight on Lawmaking Process</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/03/28/lobbying-disclosure-bill-shines-critical-sunlight-on-lawmaking-process/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/03/28/lobbying-disclosure-bill-shines-critical-sunlight-on-lawmaking-process/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 28 Mar 2012 16:26:27 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>by admin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[A bill that would dramatically expand disclosure requirements for lobbyists was introduced today with broad bipartisan support. Governor Jack Markell joined Senate President Pro Tempore Tony DeLuca, House Speaker Bob Gilligan and legislators to introduce Senate Bill 185.]]></description>
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		<title>Lt. Gov. Denn and AG Biden Announce Public Hearing Dates and Plans to Combat Cyberbullying</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/03/27/lt-gov-denn-and-ag-biden-announce-public-hearing-dates-and-plans-to-combat-cyberbullying/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/03/27/lt-gov-denn-and-ag-biden-announce-public-hearing-dates-and-plans-to-combat-cyberbullying/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Tue, 27 Mar 2012 16:58:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>by admin</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Office of Lieutenant Governor Matt Denn]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Bullying]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Lt. Governor Matt Denn and Attorney General Beau Biden announced a plan today to put in place an effective statewide policy to combat cyberbullying in Delaware’s schools. ]]></description>
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		<title>OHS Announces Start of Motorcycle Safety Campaign</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/03/27/ohs-announces-start-of-motorcycle-safety-campaign/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/03/27/ohs-announces-start-of-motorcycle-safety-campaign/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Tue, 27 Mar 2012 14:22:22 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>by alison.kirk</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[News]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Office of Highway Safety]]></category>
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		<category><![CDATA[motorcycle]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Dover – Motorcycle crashes have been on the rise nationally for the past ten years.  And in the last five, while fatal crashes involving a motorcyclist in Delaware have gone up and down, injury crashes have steadily increased.  That is why the Delaware Office of Highway Safety (OHS) has launched a new Motorcycle Safety campaign titled Respect Your Ride. This campaign, aimed at motorcyclists, directs riders to www.MotorcyclesafetyDE.org, where they can find information about the proper tools and training to make them the safest rider they can be.]]></description>
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		<title>Governor&#8217;s Weekly Message: Making Progress Together on Our Race to the Top</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/03/23/governors-weekly-message-making-progress-together-on-our-race-to-the-top/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/03/23/governors-weekly-message-making-progress-together-on-our-race-to-the-top/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 23 Mar 2012 16:01:40 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>by admin</dc:creator>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://news.delaware.gov/?p=2190</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Governor Jack Markell talks about the progress Delaware is making on the two year “mile marker” since winning the federal Race to the Top as federal Education Secretary Arne Duncan visits Delaware.]]></description>
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		<title>Governor&#8217;s Weekly Message Transcript: Making Progress Together on Our Race to the Top</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/03/23/governors-weekly-message-transcript-making-progress-together-on-our-race-to-the-top/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/03/23/governors-weekly-message-transcript-making-progress-together-on-our-race-to-the-top/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 23 Mar 2012 15:56:29 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>by admin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Usually when you win a race, you get to stop and catch your breath. But instead of taking a break after we won the federal Race to the Top to build some of the nation’s strongest public schools, Delaware had to start running even harder.]]></description>
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		<title>Governor Signs Two Education Bills into Law to Help Districts Recruit Great Teachers</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/03/22/governor-signs-two-education-bills-into-law-to-help-districts-recruit-great-teachers/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/03/22/governor-signs-two-education-bills-into-law-to-help-districts-recruit-great-teachers/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 22 Mar 2012 19:40:15 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>by admin</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Office of Governor Markell]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Office of Lieutenant Governor Matt Denn]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Gov. Jack Markell continued the state’s efforts to put quality teachers in Delaware classrooms, signing two pieces of legislation extending successful teacher recruitment initiatives.]]></description>
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		<title>Delaware to Receive $600,000 in Federal Funding for AmeriCorps</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/03/21/delaware-to-receive-600000-in-federal-funding-for-americorps/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/03/21/delaware-to-receive-600000-in-federal-funding-for-americorps/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 21 Mar 2012 14:41:11 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>by admin</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[DHSS]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Delaware will receive $600,000 from the Corporation for National and Community Service to support AmeriCorps members at nonprofit, faith-based or community organizations across the state for 2012-2013. ]]></description>
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		<title>Delaware Welcomes Exchange Students from Miyagi, Japan</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/03/21/delaware-welcomes-exchange-students-from-miyagi-japan/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/03/21/delaware-welcomes-exchange-students-from-miyagi-japan/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 21 Mar 2012 13:10:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>by admin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Governor Jack Markell greeted a group of more than 50 Japanese exchange students and their teachers. They are the first group of students to visit from Delaware’s sister state since the March 11, 2011 earthquake and tsunami.]]></description>
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		<title>Governor Markell Announces 2011 Team Excellence Awards</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/03/19/governor-markell-announces-2011-team-excellence-awards/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/03/19/governor-markell-announces-2011-team-excellence-awards/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 19 Mar 2012 14:23:31 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>by admin</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Office of Governor Markell]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[qualityoflife]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Governor Jack Markell announced today that the 11-member Division of Services for Aging and Adults with Physical Disabilities (DSAAPD) Care Transitions Team is the 2011 recipient of the Governor’s Team Excellence Award. ]]></description>
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		<title>Blue River Resources Recycling Facility, First of its Kind in Delaware, Receives Operating Permit from DNREC</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/03/19/blue-river-resources-recycling-facility-first-of-its-kind%e2%80%a8in-delaware-receives-operating-permit-from-dnrec/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/03/19/blue-river-resources-recycling-facility-first-of-its-kind%e2%80%a8in-delaware-receives-operating-permit-from-dnrec/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 19 Mar 2012 13:02:39 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>by admin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Delaware has issued a permit for the first private materials recovery in the state. Up to 40 jobs will be created at Blue River Resources for preparing recyclables for markets, with the possibility of more jobs later. ]]></description>
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		<title>Governor’s Weekly Message: Helping Veterans with Jobs</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/03/16/governor%e2%80%99s-weekly-message-helping-veterans-with-jobs/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/03/16/governor%e2%80%99s-weekly-message-helping-veterans-with-jobs/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 16 Mar 2012 16:54:22 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>by admin</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Office of Governor Markell]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Weekly Message]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Governor Jack Markell talks about how we can help veterans who have fought for us with jobs when they return home.  This week, the Governor and Delaware lawmakers announced the Veterans Opportunity Tax Credit legislation which would incentivize companies to hire veterans.]]></description>
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		<title>Governor&#8217;s Weekly Message Transcript: Helping Veterans with Jobs</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/03/16/governors-weekly-message-transcript-helping-veterans-with-jobs/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/03/16/governors-weekly-message-transcript-helping-veterans-with-jobs/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 16 Mar 2012 16:01:51 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>by admin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[In the last ten years, millions of Americans have served their nation in Iraq or Afghanistan.

In answering the call to action, these brave men and women volunteered to put themselves directly in harm’s way, thousands of miles from home.  And when they came home, so many found – and are still finding - the recession that had years of devastating effects on our national economy  hit veterans who served in those foreign conflicts even harder.]]></description>
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		<title>New Legislation Would Work to Put Veterans to Work</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/03/15/new-legislation-would-work-to-put-veterans-to-work/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/03/15/new-legislation-would-work-to-put-veterans-to-work/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 15 Mar 2012 18:11:32 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>by admin</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Office of Governor Markell]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[jobs]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[publicsafety]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Veterans]]></category>
		<postcategories><![CDATA[gov_markell]]></postcategories>
		<posttags><![CDATA[jobs|publicsafety|veterans]]></posttags>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://news.delaware.gov/?p=2040</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Standing with veterans and members of the Delaware National Guard, Governor Jack Markell and legislative leaders today announced a new effort to help put recent combat veterans to work when they return from service. The “Veterans Opportunity Tax Credit” would give companies a $1,500 annual tax credit for each recent veteran they hired.]]></description>
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		<title>Homeowners and Renters: The Value of Taking Inventory</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/03/15/homeowners-and-renters-the-value-of-taking-inventory/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/03/15/homeowners-and-renters-the-value-of-taking-inventory/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 15 Mar 2012 14:23:34 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>by lonnie.dye</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Insurance Commissioner]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[News]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[disaster]]></category>
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		<category><![CDATA[severe weather]]></category>
		<postcategories><![CDATA[insurance-commissioner|news]]></postcategories>
		<posttags><![CDATA[disaster|home-inventory|homeowner|hurricane|insurance-commissioner|severe-weather]]></posttags>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://news.delaware.gov/?p=2044</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Right now, thousands of homeowners are cleaning up and filing insurance claims following an outbreak of devastating tornadoes across the U.S. However, according to a February 2012 survey from the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC), more than half of Americans don’t have a home inventory of their possessions, putting them at risk for inadequate home insurance coverage, should severe weather strike.]]></description>
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		<title>Governor’s Outstanding Youth Volunteers Will Be Recognized April 4</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/03/14/governor%e2%80%99s-outstanding-youth-volunteers-will-be-recognized-april-4/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/03/14/governor%e2%80%99s-outstanding-youth-volunteers-will-be-recognized-april-4/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 14 Mar 2012 17:28:32 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>by admin</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[DHSS]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Office of Governor Markell]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[education]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[qualityoflife]]></category>
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		<posttags><![CDATA[education|qualityoflife|volunteerism]]></posttags>

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		<description><![CDATA[Governor Jack Markell will present Governor’s Youth Volunteer Service Awards to 19 individuals and groups of young people April 4 at the Dover Downs Hotel ballrooms.]]></description>
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		<title>March 21 Event To Celebrate Four of Delaware’s &#8220;Glorious Women”</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/03/13/march-21-event-to-celebrate-four-of-delawares-glorious-women/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/03/13/march-21-event-to-celebrate-four-of-delawares-glorious-women/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Tue, 13 Mar 2012 21:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>by christopher.portante</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Dept. of State]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[News]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[women]]></category>
		<postcategories><![CDATA[state|news]]></postcategories>
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		<description><![CDATA[Four women, whose purpose-filled lives have made a significant difference in our communities and our state, will be honored March 21, 2012 at the 31st Annual Hall of Fame of Delaware Women.]]></description>
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		<title>Legislative Study Group Issues Recommendations To Improve Child Mental Health Services</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/03/12/legislative-study-group-issues-recommendations-to-improve-child-mental-health-services/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/03/12/legislative-study-group-issues-recommendations-to-improve-child-mental-health-services/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 12 Mar 2012 14:38:47 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>by admin</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Office of Lieutenant Governor Matt Denn]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[children]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[family]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[health]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Transparency]]></category>
		<postcategories><![CDATA[lt_gov_denn]]></postcategories>
		<posttags><![CDATA[children|family|health|transparency]]></posttags>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://news.delaware.gov/?p=2080</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[A special committee charged by the General Assembly with assessingchild mental health services in Kent and Sussex County, with a focus on child victims of sexual assault, delivered its findings and recommendations today. The recommendations include the recruitment of new mental health professionals to Sussex County, training for clinicians in detection and treatment of trauma in children, and improved case management of mental health services for children.]]></description>
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		<title>Delaware to Mark AmeriCorps Week March 11-17 with Several Events</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/03/09/delaware-to-mark-americorps-week-march-11-17-with-several-events/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/03/09/delaware-to-mark-americorps-week-march-11-17-with-several-events/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 09 Mar 2012 20:59:17 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>by admin</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[DHSS]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Office of Governor Markell]]></category>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://news.delaware.gov/?p=2016</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[AmeriCorps Week provides an opportunity for Delaware’s 110 AmeriCorps members, alums, grantees, program partners, and friends to shine a spotlight on the work done by members -- and to motivate more individuals to join AmeriCorps or to volunteer in their communities. ]]></description>
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		<title>Governor&#8217;s Weekly Message: Fastest Growing Employers Say Strong Schools Critical To Job Creation</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/03/09/governors-weekly-message-fastest-growing-employers-say-strong-schools-critical-to-job-creation/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/03/09/governors-weekly-message-fastest-growing-employers-say-strong-schools-critical-to-job-creation/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 09 Mar 2012 17:31:22 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>by admin</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Office of Governor Markell]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Weekly Message]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Governor Markell talks about what states can do to help businesses succeed and the economy grow.]]></description>
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		<title>Governor&#8217;s Weekly Message Transcript: Fastest Growing Employers Say Strong Schools Critical To Job Creation</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/03/09/governors-weekly-message-transcript-fastest-growing-employers-say-strong-schools-critical-to-job-creation/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/03/09/governors-weekly-message-transcript-fastest-growing-employers-say-strong-schools-critical-to-job-creation/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 09 Mar 2012 17:24:36 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>by admin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[From the largest companies to the smallest start-ups, we ask Delaware employers every week - what can we do to help you succeed and put more people to work? How can we help you compete, and win?]]></description>
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		<title>Delaware Remembers the Great East Japan Earthquake</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/03/09/delaware-remembers-the-great-east-japan-earthquake/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/03/09/delaware-remembers-the-great-east-japan-earthquake/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 09 Mar 2012 17:14:35 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>by admin</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Office of Governor Markell]]></category>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://news.delaware.gov/?p=2008</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[On March 11, 2011, Delaware’s sister state, Miyagi Prefecture, and other areas of the northeast coast of Japan were devastated by a massive earthquake and subsequent tsunami. One year later, Miyagi continues to rebuild and recover. Delaware Governor Jack Markell recorded a video message for the people of Miyagi on the anniversary of these tragic events to let them know Delawareans are thinking of them in this time of reflection and remembrance. ]]></description>
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		<title>Delaware Electric Cooperative to Build State-of-the-Art Solar Park</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/03/09/delaware-electric-cooperative-to-build-state-of-the-art-solar-park/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/03/09/delaware-electric-cooperative-to-build-state-of-the-art-solar-park/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 09 Mar 2012 14:41:52 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>by admin</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[DNREC]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Office of Governor Markell]]></category>
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		<category><![CDATA[energy]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[environment]]></category>
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		<category><![CDATA[qualityoflife]]></category>
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		<category><![CDATA[SunEdison]]></category>
		<postcategories><![CDATA[dnrec|gov_markell]]></postcategories>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://news.delaware.gov/?p=1996</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Delaware Electric Cooperative will soon break ground on a four megawatt solar park in Sussex County, Delaware. Twenty acres of solar panels will be installed near Georgetown, capable of producing enough energy to power 500 homes. The park could eventually be expanded to 40 acres with the ability to produce eight megawatts of power. ]]></description>
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		<title>Markells Urge Delawareans To Join Week Of Service April 15-21</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/03/09/markells-urge-delawareans-to-join-week-of-service-april-15-21/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/03/09/markells-urge-delawareans-to-join-week-of-service-april-15-21/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 09 Mar 2012 13:06:13 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>by admin</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Office of Governor Markell]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA["week of service"]]></category>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://news.delaware.gov/?p=1989</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[In advance of the third annual Delaware Week of Service April 15-21, Gov. Markell joins first lady Carla Markell in calling on Delawareans to plan or find special volunteer projects, and for nonprofit organizations to register their volunteer needs .]]></description>
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		<title>Governor Markell Recognizes Newport Chief Capriglione for Decade of Service to Delaware Police Chiefs’ Council</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/03/08/governor-markell-recognizes-newport-chief-capriglione-for-decade-of-service-to-delaware-police-chiefs%e2%80%99-council/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/03/08/governor-markell-recognizes-newport-chief-capriglione-for-decade-of-service-to-delaware-police-chiefs%e2%80%99-council/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 08 Mar 2012 21:20:10 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Over the years, Newport Chief of Police Michael Capriglione has become known as a leader for local police agencies statewide and a champion for DUI enforcement in New Castle County.]]></description>
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		<title>Honoring Rev. Moyer: Governor Expands Order to Lower Delaware Flags Statewide</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/03/07/honoring-rev-moyer-governor-expands-order-to-lower-delaware-flags-statewide/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/03/07/honoring-rev-moyer-governor-expands-order-to-lower-delaware-flags-statewide/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 07 Mar 2012 20:09:05 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[At the suggestion of the Delaware Black Caucus, Gov. Markell is expanding his order regarding Delaware flags being lowered to honor The Rev. Maurice J. Moyer so that it will apply statewide.]]></description>
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		<title>Markell on the Passing of Reverend Maurice J. Moyer: &#8220;Few in their lives inspire as many.&#8221;</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/03/06/markell-on-the-passing-of-reverend-maurice-j/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/03/06/markell-on-the-passing-of-reverend-maurice-j/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Tue, 06 Mar 2012 16:58:56 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Governor Jack Markell today said that the state mourns the passing of Rev Maurice Moyer but celebrates the difference he made in life.]]></description>
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		<title>Governor’s Weekly Message: Finding Common Ground on Jobs, Schools and Curbing Costs</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/03/02/governor%e2%80%99s-weekly-message-finding-common-ground-on-jobs-schools-and-curbing-costs/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/03/02/governor%e2%80%99s-weekly-message-finding-common-ground-on-jobs-schools-and-curbing-costs/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 02 Mar 2012 17:40:18 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Governor Markell talks about the issues that governors from across the country focused on during discussions this past week at the National Governors Association winter meeting in Washington, D.C.]]></description>
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		<title>Governor&#8217;s Weekly Message Transcript: Finding Common Ground on Jobs, Schools and Curbing Costs</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/03/02/governors-weekly-message-transcript-finding-common-ground-on-jobs-schools-and-curbing-costs/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/03/02/governors-weekly-message-transcript-finding-common-ground-on-jobs-schools-and-curbing-costs/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 02 Mar 2012 17:35:47 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Education, energy, health care and jobs.    When it comes to high profile public policies, there’s enormous amount for some pretty substantial fights on those and other issues. ]]></description>
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		<title>Lt. Gov. Denn &amp; Attorney General Biden Announce Improved Anti-Bullying Legislation</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/03/02/lt-gov-denn-attorney-general-biden-announce-improved-anti-bullying-legislation/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/03/02/lt-gov-denn-attorney-general-biden-announce-improved-anti-bullying-legislation/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 02 Mar 2012 14:41:51 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Noting that one out of every three middle and high school students report being bullied but many other incidents go unreported, Lt. Gov. Matt Denn, Attorney General Beau Biden and legislative leaders unveiled legislation on Friday that would protect students against bullying and add consistency in how such incidents are reported.]]></description>
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		<title>Finding A Designated Driver On St. Patrick&#8217;s Day Isn&#8217;t Luck. It&#8217;s Smart.</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/03/01/finding-a-designated-driver-on-st-patricks-day-isnt-luck-its-smart/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/03/01/finding-a-designated-driver-on-st-patricks-day-isnt-luck-its-smart/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 01 Mar 2012 19:04:56 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>by alison.kirk</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[St. Patrick’s Day is just two weeks away and the Delaware Office of Highway Safety (OHS) is reminding everyone to make plans to secure a designated driver if you plan to go out and celebrate the holiday. The New Castle County DUI Task Force is planning to coordinate a checkpoint to coincide with the pre-St. Patricks day festivities in Wilmington on Saturday, March 10th.  Finding a designated driver on St. Patrick’s Day won’t be luck, it will be smart.]]></description>
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		<title>Lieutenant Governor Denn and Attorney General Biden to Announce Improved Anti-Bullying Legislation</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/03/01/lieutenant-governor-denn-attorney-general-biden-to-announce-improved-anti-bullying-legislation/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/03/01/lieutenant-governor-denn-attorney-general-biden-to-announce-improved-anti-bullying-legislation/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 01 Mar 2012 14:44:55 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://news.delaware.gov/?p=2088</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Media are invited to join Lieutenant Governor Matt Denn, Attorney General Beau Biden and legislative leaders for a press conference on Friday, March 2, 2012, where they will unveil stronger anti-bullying legislation, discuss their work on cyber-bullying, and introduce Delawareans to a national Special Olympics program being rolled out in Delaware. ]]></description>
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		<title>Lt. Governor Denn in Sussex and Kent Counties on Thursday, March 1</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/02/29/lt-governor-denn-in-sussex-and-kent-counties-on-thursday-march-1/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/02/29/lt-governor-denn-in-sussex-and-kent-counties-on-thursday-march-1/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 29 Feb 2012 13:29:32 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Visits Sussex Academy of Arts and Sciences Serves as Special Guest Reader at Allen Frear Elementary]]></description>
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		<title>Delaware.gov Adds a New Phone Directory Search Tool</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/02/24/new-directory-search-tool/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/02/24/new-directory-search-tool/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 24 Feb 2012 16:38:11 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://news.delaware.gov/?p=1797</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[The Delaware Government Information Center (GIC) has released an innovative new phone directory search tool designed to help citizens find the right office in state government to answer their questions or provide them with desired services]]></description>
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		<title>Governor&#8217;s Weekly Message: &#8220;I Love To Read&#8221; Month</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/02/24/governors-weekly-message-i-love-to-read-month/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/02/24/governors-weekly-message-i-love-to-read-month/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 24 Feb 2012 16:31:57 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://news.delaware.gov/?p=1806</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Governor focuses on developing a lifelong love for reading, something that began for him when his parents handed him his older brother’s copy of Chip Hilton.]]></description>
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		<title>Governor&#8217;s Weekly Message Transcript: &#8220;I Love to Read&#8221; Month</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/02/24/governors-weekly-message-transcript-i-love-to-read-month/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/02/24/governors-weekly-message-transcript-i-love-to-read-month/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 24 Feb 2012 16:30:17 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Kids across Delaware know there’s probably no Hat on their actual Cat, or Socks on a Fox. They know Where the Wild Things Are, when to say “Goodnight, Moon!” and to say “no” when the Pigeon wants to Drive the Bus.]]></description>
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		<title>Delaware To Participate In Real-World Evidence Collaboration With Astrazeneca And Healthcore</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/02/23/delaware-to-participate-in-real-world-evidence-collaboration-with-astrazeneca-and-healthcore/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/02/23/delaware-to-participate-in-real-world-evidence-collaboration-with-astrazeneca-and-healthcore/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 23 Feb 2012 18:40:29 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[The state of Delaware has entered into a multi-year agreement to participate in the AstraZeneca and HealthCore Real-World Evidence Collaboration. Delaware’s participation will help determine how to improve health and manage the total cost of care of its Medicaid enrollees and support a wide range of disease, treatment, and health outcomes studies.]]></description>
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		<title>Markell Praises Delegations’ Diligence in Fighting for Hares Corner</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/02/23/markell-praises-delegations%e2%80%99-diligence-in-fighting-for-hares-corner/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/02/23/markell-praises-delegations%e2%80%99-diligence-in-fighting-for-hares-corner/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 23 Feb 2012 13:30:19 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Governor Jack Markell thanked the members of the state’s congressional delegation for leading a broad-based and aggressive effort to remove the Hares Corner Postal facility from the list of possible closures.]]></description>
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		<title>DUI Checkpoint Set For February 24th</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/02/22/dui-checkpoint-set-for-february-24th/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/02/22/dui-checkpoint-set-for-february-24th/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 22 Feb 2012 19:56:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>by alison.kirk</dc:creator>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://news.delaware.gov/2012/02/22/dui-checkpoint-set-for-february-24th/</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[DOVER - The Checkpoint Strikeforce campaign has set a DUI checkpoint for Friday, February 24. The checkpoint will be conducted by the New Castle County DUI Task Force, in Wilmington.]]></description>
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		<title>Schedule for Lt. Governor Matt Denn for Wednesday, February 22, 2012</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/02/22/schedule-for-lt-governor-matt-denn-for-wednesday-february-22-2012/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/02/22/schedule-for-lt-governor-matt-denn-for-wednesday-february-22-2012/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 22 Feb 2012 13:31:31 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Lt. Governor Matt Denn will visit Hanby Elementary School &#038; Charles W. Bush Pre-School in the Brandywine School District, participates in the National Prayer Luncheon, and participates in Operation Warm’s “One Night Without Warmth.”]]></description>
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		<title>Delaware Becomes First State to Enroll All Acute Care Hospitals in Statewide Community Health Record</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/02/20/delaware-becomes-first-state-to-enroll-all-acute-care-hospitals-in-statewide-community-health-record/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/02/20/delaware-becomes-first-state-to-enroll-all-acute-care-hospitals-in-statewide-community-health-record/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 20 Feb 2012 19:44:55 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[The Delaware Health Information Network (“DHIN”) announces full participation of all acute care hospitals and skilled nursing facilities in the state, along with the vast majority of Delaware providers, in the first statewide community health record.  ]]></description>
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		<title>Governor&#8217;s Weekly Message: Focus on Jobs in Delaware and at NGA</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/02/17/governors-weekly-message-focus-on-jobs-in-delaware-and-at-nga/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/02/17/governors-weekly-message-focus-on-jobs-in-delaware-and-at-nga/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 17 Feb 2012 17:18:04 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Governor Markell focuses on jobs and making Delaware a better place to start and grow a business as the nation’s governors gather next week in Washington, D.C. for the winter meeting of the National Governors Association.]]></description>
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		<title>Governor&#8217;s Weekly Message Transcript: Focus on Jobs in Delaware and at NGA</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/02/17/governors-weekly-message-transcript-focus-on-jobs-in-delaware-and-at-nga/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/02/17/governors-weekly-message-transcript-focus-on-jobs-in-delaware-and-at-nga/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 17 Feb 2012 17:17:06 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>by admin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[We got some great news this week, when one of our major employers agreed to add several hundred new jobs here in Delaware.]]></description>
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		<title>Bank of America to Bring 500 More Jobs to Delaware</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/02/16/bank-of-america-to-bring-500-more-jobs-to-delaware/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/02/16/bank-of-america-to-bring-500-more-jobs-to-delaware/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 16 Feb 2012 14:22:12 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>by admin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Markell applauds decision, calling it “a strong endorsement of both the quality of our workforce and our State’s commitment to supporting these middle-class jobs.”]]></description>
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		<title>Commissioner Stewart Makes Key Appointments to the Department of Insurance</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/02/16/commissioner-stewart-makes-key-appointments-to-the-department-of-insurance/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/02/16/commissioner-stewart-makes-key-appointments-to-the-department-of-insurance/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 16 Feb 2012 14:14:52 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>by lonnie.dye</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Insurance Commissioner]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[ResponsibleGovernment]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Transparency]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Dover &#8211; Delaware Insurance Commissioner Karen Weldin Stewart announces the appointments of two key positions in the Delaware Department of Insurance. Paul Reynolds, a native Delawarean who graduated from Salesianum School and attended the University of Delaware, comes to the Insurance Department after 35 years of service working for New Castle County Government. During his [...]]]></description>
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		<title>What Really Happened to Amelia Earhart?</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/02/15/what-really-happened-to-amelia-earhart/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/02/15/what-really-happened-to-amelia-earhart/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 15 Feb 2012 18:46:05 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>by christopher.portante</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Join aircraft recovery expert Richard E. Gillespie as he presents his program "What Really Happened to Amelia Earhart?" on March 3 at the Delaware Public Archives in Dover.  A former accident investigator and risk manager for the aviation insurance industry, Gillespie is the author of the book Finding Amelia - The True Story of the Earhart Disappearance.]]></description>
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		<title>Amazon to Open Second Fulfillment Center in Delaware</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/02/14/amazon-to-open-second-fulfillment-center-in-delaware/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/02/14/amazon-to-open-second-fulfillment-center-in-delaware/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 15 Feb 2012 01:32:12 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>by felicia.pullam</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Featured Posts]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Amazon.com, Inc. announced plans to invest $90 million to open a new one million-square-foot fulfillment center in Middletown. Amazon will create more than 850 full-time jobs at the new center.]]></description>
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		<title>133 Cited for Seat Belt Violations During 1st Wave of Seat Belt Enforcement Campaign 2012</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/02/13/133-cited-for-seat-belt-violations-during-1st-wave-of-seat-belt-enforcement-campaign-2012/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/02/13/133-cited-for-seat-belt-violations-during-1st-wave-of-seat-belt-enforcement-campaign-2012/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 13 Feb 2012 13:04:38 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>by alison.kirk</dc:creator>
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		<postcategories><![CDATA[news|office-of-highway-safety|safety-and-homeland-security]]></postcategories>
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		<description><![CDATA[Dover – Delaware law enforcement officers issued 133 citations for seat belt violations during the first wave of seat belt enforcement for 2012. Coordinated by the Delaware Office of Highway Safety, the two week long safety campaign (Jan 22-Feb. 5) focused on increasing seat belt use statewide with roving and stationary traffic safety patrols in towns and cities where data shows seat belt use is lacking.]]></description>
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		<title>Governor Welcomes Delaware Army Aviators Home</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/02/11/governor-welcomes-delaware-army-aviators-home/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/02/11/governor-welcomes-delaware-army-aviators-home/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Sat, 11 Feb 2012 16:53:15 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>by felicia.pullam</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[News]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[The Delaware Army National Guard’s 126th Medical Company (Air Ambulance) received a rousing welcome home in a ceremony Saturday in New Castle.]]></description>
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		<title>Citi Opens New Financial Services Center in Delaware</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/02/10/citi-opens-new-financial-services-center-in-delaware/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/02/10/citi-opens-new-financial-services-center-in-delaware/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Sat, 11 Feb 2012 01:43:34 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>by felicia.pullam</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Office of Governor Markell]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Citi Cards celebrated the grand opening of its new office at the Brandywine Building in Wilmington. The new location, at the center of Wilmington, will include employees from Citi Branded Cards and Citi Retail Services.]]></description>
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		<title>Governor&#8217;s Weekly Message: Helping Small Businesses Succeed</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/02/10/governors-weekly-message-helping-small-businesses-succeed/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/02/10/governors-weekly-message-helping-small-businesses-succeed/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 10 Feb 2012 17:16:27 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>by admin</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Weekly Message]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[entrepreneurs]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[This week, the Governor joined business and academic leaders, as well as National Governors Association Chairman Governor Dave Heineman of Nebraska in Washington, D.C.  for the Kauffman Foundation’s 3rd Annual “State of Entrepreneurship Address.”  ]]></description>
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		<title>Governor&#8217;s Weekly Message Transcript: Helping Small Businesses Succeed</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/02/10/governors-weekly-message-transcript-helping-small-businesses-succeed/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/02/10/governors-weekly-message-transcript-helping-small-businesses-succeed/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 10 Feb 2012 17:11:16 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>by admin</dc:creator>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://news.delaware.gov/?p=1604</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Dupont,  Perdue,  W-L Gore may be large employers now, but each began as the passionate project of some inspired entrepreneurs. People pushed forward by the powerful idea that they had something unique to offer the marketplace.
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		<title>Governor Officially Proclaims February as Black History Month in Delaware</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/02/10/governor-officially-proclaims-february-as-black-history-month-in-delaware/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/02/10/governor-officially-proclaims-february-as-black-history-month-in-delaware/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 10 Feb 2012 16:46:53 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>by christopher.portante</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Dept. of State]]></category>
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		<posttags><![CDATA[education|history|qualityoflife]]></posttags>

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		<description><![CDATA[Governor Jack Markell and other dignitaries spoke about how our heroes of the past can serve as an inspiring lesson to today’s youth, such as the students from Dover’s Central Middle School who were also in attendance.]]></description>
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		<title>Japanese Delegation Visits the First State to Strengthen Ties</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/02/10/japanese-delegation-visits-the-first-state-to-strengthen-ties/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/02/10/japanese-delegation-visits-the-first-state-to-strengthen-ties/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 10 Feb 2012 14:23:51 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>by christopher.portante</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Dept. of State]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Government officials from Miyagi Prefecture, Japan recently visited Delaware to engage in discussions with Delaware officials and businesses on a variety of subjects related to Miyagi’s rebuilding after a devastating earthquake and tsunami last year]]></description>
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		<title>21 Arrested for DUI Super Bowl Sunday</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/02/09/21-arrested-for-dui-super-bowl-sunday/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/02/09/21-arrested-for-dui-super-bowl-sunday/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 17:51:07 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>by alison.kirk</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[News]]></category>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://news.delaware.gov/?p=1556</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Dover - Twenty one (21) drivers did not heed the warning to use designated drivers on Super Bowl Sunday and were arrested by state and local police officers for Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol (DUI).  ]]></description>
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		<title>DUI Checkpoint Set For February 10th</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/02/09/dui-checkpoint-set-for-february-10th/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/02/09/dui-checkpoint-set-for-february-10th/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 17:45:16 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>by admin</dc:creator>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://news.delaware.gov/2012/02/07/dui-checkpoint-set-for-february-10th/</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[DOVER - The Checkpoint Strikeforce campaign has set a DUI checkpoint for Friday, February 10. The checkpoint will be conducted by the New Castle County DUI Task Force, in Wilmington.]]></description>
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		<title>Governor Markell, DNREC Sec. O’Mara and Mayor Spencer Unveil Energy Efficiency Investments in Newport</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/02/08/governor-markell-dnrec-sec-o%e2%80%99mara-and-mayor-spencer-unveil-energy-efficiency-investments-in-newport/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/02/08/governor-markell-dnrec-sec-o%e2%80%99mara-and-mayor-spencer-unveil-energy-efficiency-investments-in-newport/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 08 Feb 2012 20:53:04 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>by admin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Governor Jack Markell, DNREC Secretary Collin O’Mara and Mayor Michael Spencer unveiled energy efficiency improvements in Newport at a dedication ceremony held today at the town’s Municipal Building. ]]></description>
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		<title>Governor Markell Cuts the Ribbon on Solar Power System  for Belvedere Fire Company in Wilmington</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/02/08/governor-markell-cuts-the-ribbon-on-solar-power-system-for-belvedere-fire-company-in-wilmington/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/02/08/governor-markell-cuts-the-ribbon-on-solar-power-system-for-belvedere-fire-company-in-wilmington/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 08 Feb 2012 20:22:43 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>by admin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Built from Delaware-manufactured components by Delaware contractors, the system will save the fire company an estimated one-third of its electric utility costs – approximately $400,000 over the life of the system.]]></description>
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		<title>Governor’s Weekly Message: Federal Agriculture Secretary Pledges Support to Delaware Farmers</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/02/03/governor%e2%80%99s-weekly-message-federal-agriculture-secretary-pledges-support-to-delaware-farmers/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/02/03/governor%e2%80%99s-weekly-message-federal-agriculture-secretary-pledges-support-to-delaware-farmers/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 03 Feb 2012 17:18:37 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>by admin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Governor Markell focuses on Delaware’s largest industry: agriculture.   Delaware has 2,480 farms that cover more than 40% of Delaware, over 490,000 acres.  Agriculture drives about $8 billion dollar of economic impact each year for Delaware. ]]></description>
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		<title>Governor&#8217;s Weekly Message Transcript: Federal Agriculture Secretary Pledges Support to Delaware Farmers</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/02/03/governors-weekly-message-federal-agriculture-secretary-pledges-support-to-delaware-farmers/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/02/03/governors-weekly-message-federal-agriculture-secretary-pledges-support-to-delaware-farmers/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 03 Feb 2012 16:59:20 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>by admin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Most Delawareans, and a growing number of Americans, know that our largest industry is actually agriculture- which drives around $8 billion dollar of economic impact each year.]]></description>
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		<title>Today: Acting Deputy Commerce Secretary Rebecca Blank to Travel to New Castle, Delaware</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/02/02/today-acting-deputy-commerce-secretary-rebecca-blank-to-travel-to-new-castle-delaware/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/02/02/today-acting-deputy-commerce-secretary-rebecca-blank-to-travel-to-new-castle-delaware/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 02 Feb 2012 13:37:34 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>by admin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Blank will tour solar manufacturing facility to highlight President's State of the Union clean energy, manufacturing initiatives
]]></description>
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		<title>Lt. Governor Denn’s Schedule for Friday, February 3rd</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/02/02/lt-governor-denn%e2%80%99s-schedule-for-friday-february-3rd/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/02/02/lt-governor-denn%e2%80%99s-schedule-for-friday-february-3rd/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 02 Feb 2012 13:34:18 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Visits Gaudenzia Fresh Start in City of Wilmington
Visits National Title I Distinguished School, Lake Forest Elementary]]></description>
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		<title>Lt. Governor Denn Visits Appoquinimink High School on Thursday, February 2nd</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/02/01/lt-governor-denn-visits-appoquinimink-high-school-on-thursday-february-2nd/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/02/01/lt-governor-denn-visits-appoquinimink-high-school-on-thursday-february-2nd/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 01 Feb 2012 13:40:36 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>by admin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Lt. Governor Matt Denn will be visiting Appoquinimink High School in Middletown.]]></description>
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		<title>Learn More about the Tuskegee Airmen of World War II</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/01/31/learn-more-about-the-tuskegee-airmen-of-ww-ii/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/01/31/learn-more-about-the-tuskegee-airmen-of-ww-ii/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Tue, 31 Jan 2012 18:02:14 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>by christopher.portante</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[The Delaware Public Archives is hosting a program entitled "The Tuskegee Airmen"  this Saturday, February 4 at 10:30 a.m. as part of its celebration of Black History Month.]]></description>
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		<title>Governor Markell Announces New Funding For Financial Literacy Programs</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/01/28/governor-markell-announces-new-funding-for-financial-literacy-programs/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/01/28/governor-markell-announces-new-funding-for-financial-literacy-programs/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Sat, 28 Jan 2012 21:54:01 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>by christopher.portante</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Governor Jack Markell continues his longstanding commitment to improving financial education by announcing a second round of grants available through the State’s Financial Literacy Education Fund (FLEF). Grant applications are due no later than February 17, 2012.  ]]></description>
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		<title>Governor’s Weekly Message: Budget Priorities: Growing Jobs, Investing in Education, Governing Responsibly</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/01/27/governor%e2%80%99s-weekly-message-budget-priorities-growing-jobs-investing-in-education-governing-responsibly/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/01/27/governor%e2%80%99s-weekly-message-budget-priorities-growing-jobs-investing-in-education-governing-responsibly/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 27 Jan 2012 16:54:02 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>by admin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Governor Markell talks about the priorities reflected in the balanced budget proposal he unveiled this week.  The proposed Fiscal Year 2013 budget invests in jobs and public education, keeps the state’s commitment to critical areas like public health and safety and balances without the need to raise taxes or add new fees. ]]></description>
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		<title>Governor’s Weekly Message Transcript: Budget Priorities: Growing Jobs, Investing in Education, Governing Responsibly</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/01/27/governor%e2%80%99s-weekly-message-transcript-budget-priorities-growing-jobs-investing-in-education-governing-responsibly/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/01/27/governor%e2%80%99s-weekly-message-transcript-budget-priorities-growing-jobs-investing-in-education-governing-responsibly/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 27 Jan 2012 16:53:08 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>by admin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Someone said to me after my State of the State address last week that it seems like I spend most of my time focused on jobs, schools and governing responsibly. That so much of what we do – whether its budget or policy - seems to focus largely on those three issues.
]]></description>
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		<title>Public Invited to Event Recognizing Black History Month</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/01/27/public-invited-to-event-recognizing-black-history-month/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/01/27/public-invited-to-event-recognizing-black-history-month/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 27 Jan 2012 15:05:54 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>by christopher.portante</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Dept. of State]]></category>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://news.delaware.gov/?p=1450</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[The public is invited to join Governor Markell in commemorating Black History Month in Delaware at an event on Thursday, Feb. 2 in Dover and to view a special photo exhibit which helps tell the story of the African-American educational journey in Delaware.  ]]></description>
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		<title>Markell FY’13 Budget Proposal Supports Job Growth, Invests in Education</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/01/26/markell-fy%e2%80%9913-budget-proposal-supports-job-growth-invests-in-education/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/01/26/markell-fy%e2%80%9913-budget-proposal-supports-job-growth-invests-in-education/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 26 Jan 2012 18:00:26 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>by admin</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Office of Governor Markell]]></category>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://news.delaware.gov/?p=1437</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Governor Jack Markell today unveiled a balanced budget proposal that invests in jobs and public education, keeps the state’s commitment to critical areas like public health and safety and balances without the need to raise taxes or add new fees.]]></description>
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		<title>Governor Signs into Law Ban on  Dangerous &#8220;Bath Salts&#8221; Drugs</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/01/25/governor-signs-into-law-ban-on-dangerous-bath-salts-drugs/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/01/25/governor-signs-into-law-ban-on-dangerous-bath-salts-drugs/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 25 Jan 2012 20:37:48 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>by admin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Surrounded by lawmakers, police officers, scientists, social service and health officials, the Governor signed a bill into law that makes permanent a ban imposed last September on a class of designer drugs popularly known as “bath salts.”  The new law also gives police and prosecutors more flexibility in dealing with the dangerous drugs.]]></description>
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		<title>Dover Air Force Base &amp; OHS Team Up For Safety Down Day</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/01/25/dover-air-force-base-ohs-team-up-for-safety-down-day/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/01/25/dover-air-force-base-ohs-team-up-for-safety-down-day/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 25 Jan 2012 18:11:28 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>by alison.kirk</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Dover - The Dover Air Force Base (DAFB) Wing Safety Office and the Office of Highway Safety are hosting several interactive DUI activities on base during Safety Down Day on Friday Jan. 27th to show the airmen that drinking and driving just don’t mix.]]></description>
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		<title>Delaware Tourism Industry Study Results</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/01/25/delaware-tourism-industry-study/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/01/25/delaware-tourism-industry-study/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 25 Jan 2012 16:37:17 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>by admin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[A study was conducted by D.K.Shifflet &#038; Associates Ltd. and Vantage Strategy, a research firm and consulting firm respectively, to determine the economic impact of tourism in the State of Delaware. ]]></description>
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		<title>Markell: President’s Proper Focus on Jobs and the Economy</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/01/24/markell-president%e2%80%99s-proper-focus-on-jobs-and-the-economy/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/01/24/markell-president%e2%80%99s-proper-focus-on-jobs-and-the-economy/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 25 Jan 2012 03:28:46 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>by felicia.pullam</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[President Obama offered several compelling proposals in a State of the Union address that properly focused on jobs and the economy, Governor Jack Markell said shortly after the speech.  “The President made clear that our nation’s most compelling need is to keep making progress on jobs and he offered a clear path forward,” Markell said.]]></description>
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		<title>DUI Checkpoint Set for January 27th</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/01/24/dui-checkpoint-set-for-january-27th/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/01/24/dui-checkpoint-set-for-january-27th/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Tue, 24 Jan 2012 19:30:04 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>by alison.kirk</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[News]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Office of Highway Safety]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[DOVER - The Checkpoint Strikeforce campaign has set a DUI checkpoint for Friday, January 27th. The checkpoint will be conducted by the New Castle County DUI Task Force, in Wilmington.]]></description>
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		<title>Governor’s Weekly Message:  Delaware’s Time to Lead</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/01/20/governor%e2%80%99s-weekly-message-delaware%e2%80%99s-time-to-lead/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/01/20/governor%e2%80%99s-weekly-message-delaware%e2%80%99s-time-to-lead/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 20 Jan 2012 18:14:19 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>by admin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[In his weekly message, Governor Markell talks about his fourth State of the State Address, which he delivered to a joint session of the General Assembly on Thursday.  He made clear that to lead in the future, Delaware must stay focused now on creating more jobs, making our schools stronger and governing responsibly.]]></description>
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		<title>Governor’s Weekly Message Transcript: Delaware’s Time to Lead</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/01/20/governor%e2%80%99s-weekly-message-transcript-delaware%e2%80%99s-time-to-lead/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/01/20/governor%e2%80%99s-weekly-message-transcript-delaware%e2%80%99s-time-to-lead/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 20 Jan 2012 18:14:05 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[This is Delaware’s time to lead.  Creating more and better jobs.  Improving our quality of life.]]></description>
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		<title>Indian River Inlet Bridge Open to Traffic</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/01/20/indian-river-inlet-bridge-open-to-traffic/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 20 Jan 2012 17:38:48 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>by admin</dc:creator>
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		<category><![CDATA[Office of Governor Markell]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[In an event commemorating the historic opening of the gleaming-new structure, Governor Jack Markell, U.S. Senator Tom Carper (D-Del.) and Department of Transportation (DelDOT) Secretary Shailen Bhatt drove the first passenger vehicle over the bridge.]]></description>
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		<title>OHS Launches 1st Seat Belt Enforcement Campaign for 2012</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/01/19/ohs-launches-1st-seat-belt-enforcement-campaign-for-2012/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/01/19/ohs-launches-1st-seat-belt-enforcement-campaign-for-2012/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 19 Jan 2012 21:07:08 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>by alison.kirk</dc:creator>
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		<category><![CDATA[Office of Highway Safety]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Dover – Delaware Office of Highway Safety and law enforcement officials have some simple advice to keep you safe both day and night every time you get in a car: buckle up.  ]]></description>
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		<title>State of the State Address 2012 &#8211; Delaware&#8217;s Time to Lead</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/01/19/delawares-time-to-lead/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/01/19/delawares-time-to-lead/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 19 Jan 2012 19:51:02 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>by admin</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Office of Governor Markell]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Governor Jack Markell’s fourth State of the State address today made clear that to lead in the future, Delaware must stay focused now on creating more jobs, making our schools stronger and governing responsibly.]]></description>
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		<title>State of the State 2012 Transcript &#8211; Delaware&#8217;s Time to Lead</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/01/19/state-of-the-state-2012-transcript-delawares-time-to-lead/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 19 Jan 2012 19:50:19 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>by admin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Transcript of the 2012 Delaware State of the State delivered Thursday, January 19th, 2012.]]></description>
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		<title>Statement of Governor Jack Markell Regarding the Commutation of Sentence of Robert Gattis</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/01/17/statement-of-governor-jack-markell-regarding-the-commutation-of-sentence-of-robert-gattis/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/01/17/statement-of-governor-jack-markell-regarding-the-commutation-of-sentence-of-robert-gattis/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Tue, 17 Jan 2012 16:58:45 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>by admin</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Office of Governor Markell]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Pursuant to my authority under Article VII, Section 1 of the Delaware Constitution, I have decided to commute the sentence of Robert Gattis to life in prison without the possibility of parole, subject to the conditions set forth below.]]></description>
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		<title>Board of Pardons Recommendation to Governor Markell Regarding Clemency of Robert Gattis</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/01/15/board-of-pardons-recommendation-regarding-clemency-of-robert-gattis/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/01/15/board-of-pardons-recommendation-regarding-clemency-of-robert-gattis/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Sun, 15 Jan 2012 21:43:21 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>by christopher.portante</dc:creator>
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		<category><![CDATA[Board of Pardons]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[By a four to one vote, the Board of Pardons has recommended to the Governor that Robert Gattis's death sentence be commuted, provided that he agrees to spend the rest of his natural life in prison with no further appeals for relief.  
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		<title>Governor’s Weekly Message: The Spirit and Legacy of MLK, Jr.</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/01/13/governor%e2%80%99s-weekly-message-the-spirit-and-legacy-of-mlk-jr/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/01/13/governor%e2%80%99s-weekly-message-the-spirit-and-legacy-of-mlk-jr/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 13 Jan 2012 19:23:47 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>by admin</dc:creator>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://news.delaware.gov/?p=1276</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[In his weekly message, Governor Markell talks about one of the great leaders in history, Martin Luther King, Jr.  "Martin Luther King, Jr. was of the true champions not just of our time but of all time," said Governor Jack Markell.  ]]></description>
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		<title>Governor’s Weekly Message Transcript: The Spirit and Legacy of MLK, Jr.</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/01/13/governor%e2%80%99s-weekly-message-transcript-the-spirit-and-legacy-of-mlk-jr/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/01/13/governor%e2%80%99s-weekly-message-transcript-the-spirit-and-legacy-of-mlk-jr/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 13 Jan 2012 19:23:35 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>by admin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[In confronting some of the worst of our nation, Martin Luther King, Jr. made clear so much of what’s best. He was one of the great leaders in history, one of the true champions not just of our time but of all time.]]></description>
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		<title>Delaware Insurance Commissioner Karen Weldin Stewart Alerts &#8220;Baby Boomers&#8221; on Early Retirement Options</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/01/13/baby-boomers-and-retirement/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/01/13/baby-boomers-and-retirement/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 13 Jan 2012 18:13:28 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>by admin</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Insurance Commissioner]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Health Insurance]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[insurance coverage]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[medicare]]></category>
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		<posttags><![CDATA[health-insurance|insurance-coverage|medicare|qualityoflife]]></posttags>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://news.delaware.gov/?p=1532</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Delaware Insurance Commissioner Karen Weldin Stewart expressed concern for soon to retire "Baby Boomers" (those born between 1946 and 1964), many of whom will face the uncertain prospect of finding alternative health insurance coverage until they reach the age of 65 when they are eligible for Medicare. ]]></description>
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		<title>Governor’s Weekly Message Transcript: Legislative Focus Remains on Jobs</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/01/06/governor%e2%80%99s-weekly-message-transcript-legislative-focus-remains-on-jobs/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/01/06/governor%e2%80%99s-weekly-message-transcript-legislative-focus-remains-on-jobs/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 06 Jan 2012 16:01:25 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>by admin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[This week, our state legislators return to Dover to begin the second of a two-year legislative session. They’re off to a good start.]]></description>
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		<title>Governor’s Weekly Message: Legislative Focus Remains on Jobs</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 06 Jan 2012 16:30:11 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>by admin</dc:creator>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://news.delaware.gov/?p=1263</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Governor Markell looks ahead to the work of lawmakers as they begin the second half of a two-year legislative session and looks back at the some of the significant accomplishments of the 2011 legislative session.  ]]></description>
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		<title>Delaware Awarded Nearly One Million Dollar Federal Grant to Protect Critical Coastal Wetlands in Delaware Bayshore</title>
		<link>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/01/05/delaware-awarded-nearly-one-million-dollar-federal-grant-to-protect-critical-coastal-wetlands-in-delaware-bayshore/</link>
		<comments>http://news.delaware.gov/2012/01/05/delaware-awarded-nearly-one-million-dollar-federal-grant-to-protect-critical-coastal-wetlands-in-delaware-bayshore/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 05 Jan 2012 20:22:20 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>by admin</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Office of Governor Markell]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[environment]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[A key coastal wetland property, part of the Thousand Acre Marsh near Port Penn, will be conserved thanks to a $829,400 federal grant awarded to DNREC’s Division of Fish and Wildlife through the U.S. Department of the Interior’s 2012 National Coastal Wetlands Conservation Grant Program. ]]></description>
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