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  Archives:  March 2012

Delaware Remembers the Great East Japan Earthquake

Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Friday, March 9, 2012

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.



Delaware Electric Cooperative to Build State-of-the-Art Solar Park

Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Friday, March 9, 2012

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.



Markells Urge Delawareans To Join Week Of Service April 15-21

Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Friday, March 9, 2012

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 .



Governor Markell Recognizes Newport Chief Capriglione for Decade of Service to Delaware Police Chiefs’ Council

Department of Safety and Homeland Security | Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Thursday, March 8, 2012

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.



Honoring Rev. Moyer: Governor Expands Order to Lower Delaware Flags Statewide

Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Wednesday, March 7, 2012

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.





  Archives:  March 2012

Delaware Remembers the Great East Japan Earthquake

Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Friday, March 9, 2012

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.



Delaware Electric Cooperative to Build State-of-the-Art Solar Park

Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Friday, March 9, 2012

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.



Markells Urge Delawareans To Join Week Of Service April 15-21

Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Friday, March 9, 2012

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 .



Governor Markell Recognizes Newport Chief Capriglione for Decade of Service to Delaware Police Chiefs’ Council

Department of Safety and Homeland Security | Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Thursday, March 8, 2012

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.



Honoring Rev. Moyer: Governor Expands Order to Lower Delaware Flags Statewide

Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Wednesday, March 7, 2012

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.