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  Archives:  October 2011

Governor Signs Bill Creating Ada Leigh Soles Librarian Scholarship

Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Tuesday, October 18, 2011

“Ada Leigh Soles was a woman of great conviction and one of the things she was passionate about was libraries,” said Markell. “Each of us knows how libraries have helped us grow, learn and explore throughout our lives. With new technology, librarians are on the cutting edge as much as anyone else. This scholarship program will help Delaware libraries retain and attract strong library science professionals.”



September’s Coastal Cleanup Draws More Than 2,200 Volunteers, Collects More Than 10 Tons of Trash and Recyclables

Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Tuesday, October 18, 2011

“Thanks to everyone who supported the cleanup,” said Governor Jack Markell. “This proves that when we work together, we can make a positive impact on our environment. Thanks to the many hands of volunteers, more than 10 tons of trash has been recycled or properly disposed of instead of littering our beautiful beaches.”



Two Arrested Following Child Predator Task Force Investigations

Criminal Division | Department of Justice | Department of Justice Press Releases | Date Posted: Tuesday, October 18, 2011

 Wilmington – Attorney General Beau Biden today announced the October 13, 2011 arrests of two New Castle County men following separate investigations initiated by the Delaware Child Predator Task Force. “Every day the Delaware Child Predator Task Force is taking action to keep our families safe,” said Attorney General Biden.             On October 13, 2011 […]



Governor to Honor More Than 30 Outstanding Volunteers and Groups for Their Service on Nov. 3

Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Monday, October 17, 2011

“Carla and I believe there is no greater service than to serve our fellow Delawareans and neighbors,” Gov. Markell said. “This year’s Volunteer Service Awards recipients truly embody that spirit of altruism. They also demonstrate the power of giving and the ability to inspire others to do the same. With deep gratitude, we honor their leadership, commitment and dedication.”



DelDOT and DNREC Sign Agreement to Move Forward with Governor’s “First State Trails and Pathways Plan”

Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Friday, October 14, 2011

Before biking advocates, elected officials and community leaders at the Delaware Bike Summit at the University of Delaware’s Virden Center in Lewes, the Secretaries of DNREC and DelDOT detailed a full list of nineteen projects for public consideration in each of Delaware’s three counties.





  Archives:  October 2011

Governor Signs Bill Creating Ada Leigh Soles Librarian Scholarship

Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Tuesday, October 18, 2011

“Ada Leigh Soles was a woman of great conviction and one of the things she was passionate about was libraries,” said Markell. “Each of us knows how libraries have helped us grow, learn and explore throughout our lives. With new technology, librarians are on the cutting edge as much as anyone else. This scholarship program will help Delaware libraries retain and attract strong library science professionals.”



September’s Coastal Cleanup Draws More Than 2,200 Volunteers, Collects More Than 10 Tons of Trash and Recyclables

Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Tuesday, October 18, 2011

“Thanks to everyone who supported the cleanup,” said Governor Jack Markell. “This proves that when we work together, we can make a positive impact on our environment. Thanks to the many hands of volunteers, more than 10 tons of trash has been recycled or properly disposed of instead of littering our beautiful beaches.”



Two Arrested Following Child Predator Task Force Investigations

Criminal Division | Department of Justice | Department of Justice Press Releases | Date Posted: Tuesday, October 18, 2011

 Wilmington – Attorney General Beau Biden today announced the October 13, 2011 arrests of two New Castle County men following separate investigations initiated by the Delaware Child Predator Task Force. “Every day the Delaware Child Predator Task Force is taking action to keep our families safe,” said Attorney General Biden.             On October 13, 2011 […]



Governor to Honor More Than 30 Outstanding Volunteers and Groups for Their Service on Nov. 3

Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Monday, October 17, 2011

“Carla and I believe there is no greater service than to serve our fellow Delawareans and neighbors,” Gov. Markell said. “This year’s Volunteer Service Awards recipients truly embody that spirit of altruism. They also demonstrate the power of giving and the ability to inspire others to do the same. With deep gratitude, we honor their leadership, commitment and dedication.”



DelDOT and DNREC Sign Agreement to Move Forward with Governor’s “First State Trails and Pathways Plan”

Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Friday, October 14, 2011

Before biking advocates, elected officials and community leaders at the Delaware Bike Summit at the University of Delaware’s Virden Center in Lewes, the Secretaries of DNREC and DelDOT detailed a full list of nineteen projects for public consideration in each of Delaware’s three counties.