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Governor Meyer Launches Farm to Processing Program to Support Delaware Farmers, Healthy Food Access, and Second Chances
Date Posted: August 5, 2026

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Fall 2026 EDGE Grant Competition & Webinar Begin Aug. 11
Date Posted: August 4, 2026

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AG Jennings sues Trump Administration again to stop illegal tariffs
Date Posted: August 3, 2026

Governor Meyer Launches Innovate Delaware with DPP to Advance and Strengthen Statewide Innovation Ecosystem
Date Posted: August 3, 2026

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AG Jennings sues to block Trump Administration’s attempts to hike health insurance prices and undermine ACA
Date Posted: August 3, 2026

Governor Meyer Announces 2026 Delaware Women’s Hall Of Fame Inductees
Date Posted: July 31, 2026

DNREC Photo Contest winners were honored during Governor's Day at the Delaware State Fair. Pictured left to right are Vicente Pineda, Bill Cheadle, Emma Serbinski and Fred Waski. They were honored DNREC Secretary Greg Patterson, Governor Matt Meyer, DNREC Deputy Secretary Dayna Cobb and Lieut. Governor Kyle Evans Gay /Delaware DNREC photo

2026 DNREC Photo Contest Winners Unveiled
Date Posted: July 30, 2026

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Eleven Public Safety Professionals Complete POST Instructor Course
Date Posted: July 30, 2026

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Governor Matt Meyer, Agriculture Secretary Don Clifton honor America 250 Farms at Delaware State Fair
Date Posted: July 30, 2026

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DOJ indicts suspended State Trooper in inappropriate sexual contact case
Date Posted: July 29, 2026

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DNREC to Host Introduction to Living Shorelines Training on Sept. 22 and 23
Date Posted: July 29, 2026

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AG Jennings files lawsuit challenging unlawful conditions on federal counterterrorism funding
Date Posted: July 29, 2026

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$5 Million in State Arts Grants Heads to All Three Delaware Counties
Date Posted: July 29, 2026

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Archives First Saturday Program Looks at One Nation Under God
Date Posted: July 29, 2026

Governor Meyer Announces Funding to Establish Four New School-Based Health Centers in Sussex County
Date Posted: July 29, 2026

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AG Jennings obtains court order protecting Delaware consumers against pest control company
Date Posted: July 29, 2026

A paddle kiosk at Towers Bayside allows visitors to rent a kayak, paddle and life vest through the internet.

DNREC Introduces Paddle Quest as Statewide Summer Kayak, Paddleboat and Canoe Challenge
Date Posted: July 28, 2026

Delaware Adds New Services to Help People with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Live More Independently
Date Posted: July 28, 2026

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DOJ obtains lengthy sentence in assault of Newark police officer
Date Posted: July 28, 2026

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Red Knot Numbers Increase on Delaware’s Bayshore During Spring Migration
Date Posted: July 27, 2026

Dover Man Charged in Sexual Assault

Dover Man Charged in Courthouse Sexual Assault
Date Posted: July 27, 2026

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AG Jennings files lawsuit challenging Trump Administration rule that weakens regulation of highly potent greenhouse gas
Date Posted: July 27, 2026

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Apply today for DOC’s Fall 2026 Citizens Academy and get a look inside Delaware’s correctional system
Date Posted: July 27, 2026

DSBF winners crowned at Harrington Raceway
Date Posted: July 25, 2026

Delaware Forest Service Suppression Module Mobilized to Minnesota
Date Posted: July 25, 2026

RELEASE: Pathway to build statewide “Food is Medicine” system to be unveiled at Delaware State Fair
Date Posted: July 24, 2026

Jessica Donovan, age 36, has been charged with seven felony counts and 26 misdemeanor counts of animal cruelty, and two dog housing violations.

DAS Arrests Millsboro Woman on Animal Cruelty Charges
Date Posted: July 24, 2026

OABCC Legislative Update from the 153rd General Assembly
Date Posted: July 22, 2026

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Delaware Declares Measles Outbreak
Date Posted: July 22, 2026

Delaware State Fire Commission Announces Appointment of Matthew M. Dodds as Director of the Delaware State Fire School
Date Posted: July 21, 2026

Governor Meyer Signs Bipartisan Freshwater Wetlands Protection Act
Date Posted: July 21, 2026

Governor Meyer Signs Landmark Health Care Affordability Package to Lower Costs and Protect Patients
Date Posted: July 21, 2026

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DPH Confirms Second Positive Measles Case and Encourages Unvaccinated Residents to Seek Vaccination
Date Posted: July 21, 2026

Ocean View Fire
Date Posted: July 21, 2026

Delaware Forest Service Crew Mobilized to Bear Trap Fire in Minnesota
Date Posted: July 20, 2026

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DPH Confirms First Positive Measles Case in Over a Decade
Date Posted: July 20, 2026

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Delaware Takes Major Step Toward Next Generation 911
Date Posted: July 20, 2026

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Delaware Supreme Court upholds Attorney General’s hearing authority in landmark opinion
Date Posted: July 20, 2026

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DNREC Seeks Volunteers for 2026 Delaware Coastal Cleanup on Saturday, Sept. 19
Date Posted: July 20, 2026

Governor Meyer Signs Executive Order Strengthening Conflict-of-interest Standards for Unclaimed Property Task Force
Date Posted: July 16, 2026

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AG Jennings, Mayor Carney and Chief Campos release body-worn camera footage
Date Posted: July 16, 2026

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DNREC Soliciting Project Proposals For Surface Water Matching Planning Grants
Date Posted: July 16, 2026

OMC Legislative Updates: 153rd General Assembly
Date Posted: July 16, 2026

OHS Urges Riders and Drivers to Stay Alert Following Recent Motorcycle Crashes
Date Posted: July 16, 2026

OHS Releases DUI Checkpoint Results, Reinforces Ongoing Efforts to Reduce Impaired Driving
Date Posted: July 15, 2026

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AG Jennings announces multistate settlement of bankruptcy claims against 23andMe over genetic data breach
Date Posted: July 14, 2026

Governor Meyer Launches Delaware Commercial Corridor Initiative To Support Small Businesses
Date Posted: July 14, 2026

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DHSS Offers Cooling Centers as Extreme Heat Returns
Date Posted: July 14, 2026

Delaware launches Explore Delaware Schools to give families one trusted starting point for public school information
Date Posted: July 13, 2026

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Governor Meyer Orders the Lowering of Flags in Concurrence with White House
Date Posted: July 13, 2026

Delaware Office of Highway Safety Sober Rides Program Helped More Than 900 Delawareans Get Home Safely
Date Posted: July 10, 2026

Governor Meyer’s Statement on Traffic Stop in Dover, Pledges Full Investigation
Date Posted: July 10, 2026

Unveiling of New State Historical Marker Honoring Greenwood School 222-C
Date Posted: July 10, 2026

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AG Jennings announces $45 million multistate settlement with Block Inc. over deceptive practices on Cash App
Date Posted: July 9, 2026

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General Assembly Passes Automatic Enrollment for Deferred Compensation
Date Posted: July 8, 2026

DDA’s Poultry and Animal Health Section monitors impact of New World Screwworm within U.S.
Date Posted: July 8, 2026

Delaware Libraries Introduce Digital Literacy Specialists Program
Date Posted: July 8, 2026

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Talk & Film Bring Delaware’s Revolutionary Story to Life at Archives’ First Saturday Program
Date Posted: July 7, 2026

Governor Meyer Vetoes $35 Million Legislative Hall Expansion Amid Affordability Concerns
Date Posted: July 7, 2026

Delaware Hospitals Adopt Statewide Emergency Department Guidance for Opioid Use Disorder Treatment
Date Posted: July 7, 2026

OHS, Law Enforcement Partners Announce July DUI Checkpoint
Date Posted: July 7, 2026

Gov. Meyer Signs Banking Modernization Package to Strengthen Delaware’s Leadership in Financial Services
Date Posted: July 7, 2026

Newly Launched Initiative Strengthens Delaware’s Health Information Technology Infrastructure
Date Posted: July 6, 2026

Laurel Fire
Date Posted: July 5, 2026

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4 Alarm Fire Under Investigation in Wilmington
Date Posted: July 2, 2026

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DOJ secures life sentence in brutal murder case
Date Posted: July 2, 2026

Capitol Police Blood Drive July 8 in Georgetown

Capitol Police, Blood Bank of Delmarva to Host Blood Drive on July 8
Date Posted: July 2, 2026

DSBF: Trotters set field for $110,000 final
Date Posted: July 2, 2026

State Auditor Lydia York Releases State Budget Trend Tracker
Date Posted: July 2, 2026

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Attorney General Jennings announces two major victories striking down executive orders on elections
Date Posted: July 2, 2026

Smyrna House Fire Under Investigation
Date Posted: July 1, 2026

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The NWS Issues Extreme Heat Warning Advisory for All of Delaware
Date Posted: July 1, 2026

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Travel Safe, Travel Sober this 4th of July Weekend
Date Posted: July 1, 2026

Delaware’s 153rd General Assembly Advances DHSS Priorities to Lower Costs, Strengthen Care Workforce
Date Posted: July 1, 2026

People with Disabilities Fought for Their Freedom: Threats to Olmstead
Date Posted: July 1, 2026

Lovers Cay earned her sixth career victory Tuesday at Harrington Raceway.

Lovers Cay, Warren’s Charm score DSBF wins
Date Posted: July 1, 2026

State announces free and reduced-price meals policy for 2026-27 academic year
Date Posted: July 1, 2026

Gov. Meyer Signs FY2027 Budget Investing in Education, Affordability, and Opportunity
Date Posted: June 30, 2026

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Delaware students earn national STEM recognition through Career and Technical Education
Date Posted: June 30, 2026

A line of eight students stand on a stage wearing suits, smiling at the camera.

Delaware students earn national recognition while building the future of healthcare
Date Posted: June 30, 2026

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Delaware students help build the future of Delaware’s educator workforce
Date Posted: June 30, 2026

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AG Jennings announces victory at Supreme Court on birthright citizenship
Date Posted: June 30, 2026

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Delaware on Main Street Program Grows as 17 Communities Earn National Designations
Date Posted: June 30, 2026

DSBF: C Millertimeagain triumphs at Harrington
Date Posted: June 30, 2026

Delaware State Fire Marshal Urges Fireworks Caution Ahead of America’s 250TH Anniversary
Date Posted: June 30, 2026

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DHSS Makes Cooling Centers Available During Extreme Heat
Date Posted: June 29, 2026

Gov. Meyer Calls Upon Delaware Public Service Commission to Suspend Delmarva Rate Hike
Date Posted: June 29, 2026

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DSHA, American Heart Association to provide blood pressure monitoring devices in public housing communities
Date Posted: June 29, 2026

The cover of the 2026/27 Delaware Hunting and Trapping Guide features a photo of a wild turkey by April Doyle submitted for the 2026 DNREC Photo Contest

2026/27 Delaware Hunting and Trapping Guide Now Available
Date Posted: June 29, 2026

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Dozens of Incarcerated Students Earn High School Diplomas as Academic Year Closes
Date Posted: June 26, 2026

Adults sit at tables during a career fair. The tables have signs on them that say, "Join Delaware Schools. Department of Labor. Take a Stand with a Teaching Career in Delaware."

Delaware grows future teachers from within its schools and communities
Date Posted: June 26, 2026

Newark Fire
Date Posted: June 25, 2026

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DOJ secures 59-year sentence for Wilmington man who caused fatal collision that claimed two lives, injured four others
Date Posted: June 25, 2026

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DOJ announces sentence for final Exit 4 member associated with four-year crime spree
Date Posted: June 25, 2026

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National Grant Initiative Invests in Delaware’s Indigenous and Cuban Cultural Traditions
Date Posted: June 25, 2026

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Delaware student delegation excels at SkillsUSA national conference
Date Posted: June 25, 2026

Infographic map of the United States titled “Top 100 Arts-Vibrant Communities of 2025,” showing top-ranked core based statistical areas highlighted in dark blue. Callouts note leading communities including Jackson, WY-ID at #1, San Francisco-San Mateo-Redwood City at #2, New York-Jersey City-White Plains at #3, Santa Fe at #4, and Washington, DC-MD at #5, with additional notes about strong rankings in California, New York, and parts of the South.

Delaware and Wilmington Named Among Nation’s Most Arts-Vibrant by SMU DataArts
Date Posted: June 25, 2026

Trotters featured in DSBF divisions at Harrington Raceway
Date Posted: June 25, 2026

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Statement from AG Jennings on Delaware House’s failure to pass SB 100
Date Posted: June 24, 2026

Warrens Charm heads DSBF filly races at Harrington
Date Posted: June 24, 2026

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Governor Meyer Signs Legislation to Strengthen Delaware’s Health Care Workforce

NEW CASTLE – Governor Matt Meyer recently signed legislation that strengthens Delaware’s health care workforce by allowing qualified health professionals to provide more care and creating new pathways into health care careers. Together, Senate Bill 320, Senate Bill 283, and House Joint Resolution 13 remove barriers that can limit access to care by modernizing health […]

Governor Meyer Signs Legislation to Strengthen Delaware’s Health Care Workforce

NEW CASTLE – Governor Matt Meyer recently signed legislation that strengthens Delaware’s health care workforce by allowing qualified health professionals to provide more care and creating new pathways into health care careers. Together, Senate Bill 320, Senate Bill 283, and House Joint Resolution 13 remove barriers that can limit access to care by modernizing health […]

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Delaware Health and Social Services | Department of Agriculture | Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | Division of Fish and Wildlife | Division of Public Health | Featured Posts | Newsroom | Date Posted: Wednesday, August 5, 2026

DNREC Announces Year’s First Detection of West Nile Virus from Sentinel Chickens

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The Mezzanine Gallery Presents Teddy Osei’s “Shifting Grounds”

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Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | Featured Posts | Newsroom | Date Posted: Friday, July 31, 2026

DNREC to Accept Applications for 2027 Community Environmental Project Fund Grants Starting Aug. 1

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Featured Posts | Newsroom | Small Business | Date Posted: Friday, July 24, 2026

Division of Small Business Launches Office of Small Business Access, Announces Listening Tours in July and August

Hidden Falls at Brandywine Zoo has indoor and outdoor exhibit space to enjoy animals yearround.

Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | Division of Parks and Recreation | Featured Posts | Newsroom | Date Posted: Thursday, July 23, 2026

Brandywine Zoo Adds Year-round Mixed Species Exhibit

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Mezzanine Gallery Presents Juan Santos’ Becoming

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Delaware Health and Social Services | Department of Agriculture | Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | Division of Fish and Wildlife | Division of Public Health | Featured Posts | Newsroom | Date Posted: Wednesday, August 5, 2026

DNREC Announces Year’s First Detection of West Nile Virus from Sentinel Chickens

Delaware Division of the Arts | Department of State | Featured Posts | Mezzanine Gallery | New Castle County | Date Posted: Monday, August 3, 2026

The Mezzanine Gallery Presents Teddy Osei’s “Shifting Grounds”

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Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | Featured Posts | Newsroom | Date Posted: Friday, July 31, 2026

DNREC to Accept Applications for 2027 Community Environmental Project Fund Grants Starting Aug. 1

Delaware Tourism Office | Department of State | Featured Posts | Historical and Cultural Affairs | Date Posted: Monday, July 27, 2026

HCA Sites offer Interactive Programs and Exhibits in August

Featured Posts | Newsroom | Small Business | Date Posted: Friday, July 24, 2026

Division of Small Business Launches Office of Small Business Access, Announces Listening Tours in July and August

Hidden Falls at Brandywine Zoo has indoor and outdoor exhibit space to enjoy animals yearround.

Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | Division of Parks and Recreation | Featured Posts | Newsroom | Date Posted: Thursday, July 23, 2026

Brandywine Zoo Adds Year-round Mixed Species Exhibit

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Mezzanine Gallery Presents Juan Santos’ Becoming