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  Archives:  May 2013

Governor’s Weekly Message: Finding Innovative Practices to Employ Individuals with Disabilities

Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | News | Date Posted: Friday, May 24, 2013

“Our greatest asset in Delaware and across the country is our people and in a highly competitive global economy, we need to take advantage of everyone’s abilities, ” said Governor Markell. “My initiative as Chair of the National Governors Association is not about charity. It’s about the strengths of the disabilities community.”




National Hurricane Preparedness Week Starts May 26

Delaware Emergency Management Agency | News | Date Posted: Thursday, May 23, 2013

While many across the county will take time to remember past heroes over the upcoming Memorial Day weekend, emergency management officials will also note the beginning of National Hurricane Preparedness Week




Lt. Governor Denn Visits Kuumba Academy in Wilmington

Former Lt. Governor Matt Denn (2009-2014) | Office of the Lieutenant Governor | Date Posted: Thursday, May 23, 2013

On Friday, May 24th, Lt. Governor Matt Denn will visit Kuumba Academy in Wilmington and present them with their banner for being a 2012 winner of the state’s Reward, Recognition and Distinguished Title I Schools and Schools of Continued Excellence Awards.




Biden alerts Delawareans to beware of scams trying to benefit from Oklahoma tornado disaster

Department of Justice | Fraud | News | Date Posted: Thursday, May 23, 2013

Attorney General Beau Biden today encouraged Delawareans to take several steps to protect themselves against scams related to the tornado that devastated parts of Oklahoma earlier this week.




Farmers, animal owners urged to prepare for storm season

Department of Agriculture | News | Date Posted: Thursday, May 23, 2013

With hurricane season about to begin, Delaware agricultural authorities are urging farmers and pet owners to plan ahead and prepare for weather emergencies. Hurricane Preparedness Week runs from May 26 to June 1, with hurricane season beginning June 1. The Department of Agriculture’s Delaware Animal Response Program works with state emergency officials and animal welfare organizations to assist animal owners with preparation, sheltering in place and evacuation. “Preparing and acting early can save animals’ lives,” said Secretary of Agriculture Ed Kee. “The time to take action is now, before storms create disaster conditions.”






  Archives:  May 2013

Governor’s Weekly Message: Finding Innovative Practices to Employ Individuals with Disabilities

Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | News | Date Posted: Friday, May 24, 2013

“Our greatest asset in Delaware and across the country is our people and in a highly competitive global economy, we need to take advantage of everyone’s abilities, ” said Governor Markell. “My initiative as Chair of the National Governors Association is not about charity. It’s about the strengths of the disabilities community.”




National Hurricane Preparedness Week Starts May 26

Delaware Emergency Management Agency | News | Date Posted: Thursday, May 23, 2013

While many across the county will take time to remember past heroes over the upcoming Memorial Day weekend, emergency management officials will also note the beginning of National Hurricane Preparedness Week




Lt. Governor Denn Visits Kuumba Academy in Wilmington

Former Lt. Governor Matt Denn (2009-2014) | Office of the Lieutenant Governor | Date Posted: Thursday, May 23, 2013

On Friday, May 24th, Lt. Governor Matt Denn will visit Kuumba Academy in Wilmington and present them with their banner for being a 2012 winner of the state’s Reward, Recognition and Distinguished Title I Schools and Schools of Continued Excellence Awards.




Biden alerts Delawareans to beware of scams trying to benefit from Oklahoma tornado disaster

Department of Justice | Fraud | News | Date Posted: Thursday, May 23, 2013

Attorney General Beau Biden today encouraged Delawareans to take several steps to protect themselves against scams related to the tornado that devastated parts of Oklahoma earlier this week.




Farmers, animal owners urged to prepare for storm season

Department of Agriculture | News | Date Posted: Thursday, May 23, 2013

With hurricane season about to begin, Delaware agricultural authorities are urging farmers and pet owners to plan ahead and prepare for weather emergencies. Hurricane Preparedness Week runs from May 26 to June 1, with hurricane season beginning June 1. The Department of Agriculture’s Delaware Animal Response Program works with state emergency officials and animal welfare organizations to assist animal owners with preparation, sheltering in place and evacuation. “Preparing and acting early can save animals’ lives,” said Secretary of Agriculture Ed Kee. “The time to take action is now, before storms create disaster conditions.”