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AG Jennings sues over HUD policy that would force more people into homelessness
Date Posted: December 5, 2025

"Fiscal Year 2027 Grant Applications for Delaware Arts and Community-Based Organizations and Schools Now Open" on an orange background

Fiscal Year 2027 Grant Applications for Delaware Arts and Community-Based Organizations and Schools Now Open
Date Posted: December 5, 2025

Downtown Development Districts (DDD) Rebate Program now open
Date Posted: December 5, 2025

Primo Maschio, driven by Trae Porter, won in 1:53.2 Thursday at Bally's Dover.

Primo Maschio peerless in DSBF prelim
Date Posted: December 5, 2025

From Ancestry to Artistry: Mezzanine Gallery presents Renita Coursey’s “The Garden”
Date Posted: December 5, 2025

Illustrative American and Delaware State Flags at Half Staff to represent Flag Status.

Governor Meyer Orders Lowering of Flags to Honor Passing of West Virginia Army National Guard Member Sarah Beckstrom
Date Posted: December 4, 2025

State of Delaware Auditor of Accounts Seal

State Auditor Issues Performance Audit of the Diamond State Port Corporation
Date Posted: December 4, 2025

AG Jennings successfully defends services for sexual assault and domestic violence survivors
Date Posted: December 4, 2025

Git Goin, driven by Vince Copeland, won her fourth career race Wednesday.

Copeland doubles up in DSBF filly pace prelim
Date Posted: December 4, 2025

CPAC and OCA Release FY25 Annual Reports Showcasing Key Accomplishments
Date Posted: December 3, 2025

Melvin G, driven by Tim Tetrick, earned a 1:57.2 win Tuesday at Bally's Dover.

Melvin G much the best in DSBF prelim
Date Posted: December 3, 2025

DNREC Awards Nearly $350,000 in Community Environmental Grant Funding for 2026
Date Posted: December 3, 2025

Delaware DOJ obtains nearly $1 million penalty from Kovack investment advisory firm
Date Posted: December 2, 2025

Loyalists and Patriots in Sussex County at the Archives’ December First Saturday Program
Date Posted: December 2, 2025

Nominations Now Open for 2026 Governor’s Volunteer Service Awards
Date Posted: December 2, 2025

Trap Pond State Park, known for kayaking on its many water trails and its brilliant fall foliage, is just one of 17 parks that can be accessed with an annual pass.

2026 Delaware State Parks Passes and Permits Go on Sale Dec. 9
Date Posted: December 2, 2025

Kat's Fancy, driven by Cody Poliseno, earned a win in 1:57.3 on Monday at Bally's Dover.

Kat’s Fancy strong in DSBF filly trot
Date Posted: December 2, 2025

Laurel guidance secretary named 2026 Delaware Educational Support Professional of the Year
Date Posted: December 1, 2025

Results of OHS’ Thanksgiving DUI Checkpoint and Sober Rides Initiative
Date Posted: December 1, 2025

Take C.H.A.R.G.E. of Lithium-ion Battery Safety
Date Posted: December 1, 2025

Odds On Put Option, driven by Tim Tetrick, won in 1:54.1 at Bally's Dover on Wednesday.

DSBF Final: Odds On Put Option prevails in Ramona Hubbard
Date Posted: November 26, 2025

Governor Meyer to Live Host DE250 Trivia Night
Date Posted: November 26, 2025

Bear Fire
Date Posted: November 26, 2025

Delaware’s Advisory Council on Tidal Finfisheries to Meet Dec. 3
Date Posted: November 26, 2025

Thiskissformaryell, driven by Jim Morand, won the $110,000 DSBF final for 2-year-old male trotters on Tuesday at Bally's Dover.

DSBF Final: Thiskissformaryell completes sweep
Date Posted: November 26, 2025

Officials with the Delaware Department of Agriculture and World Trade Center Delaware hosted a trade delegation from West Africa on Wednesday, Nov. 20.

Delaware Department of Agriculture officials meet with West Africa trade delegations
Date Posted: November 25, 2025

A woman showing a band-aid where she just received a vaccine along with text promoting DPH's vaccine availability: Available now: Flu, COVID-19, and all routine vaccinations at DPH clinics.

DPH Announces Availability of All Routine Vaccinations at DPH Clinics
Date Posted: November 25, 2025

Governor Meyer Releases Government Efficiency and Accountability Review (GEAR) Report
Date Posted: November 25, 2025

Wolfpack One, driven by Troy Beyer, earned a win Monday as an 11-1 shot.

DSBF Final: Wolfpack One scores upset in $110,000 Bachrad
Date Posted: November 25, 2025

Winter Weather Preparedness showing snowy winter scene with a first aid kit. Partnership logos of Delaware Emergency Management Agency, the Office of Highway Safety, DelDot, and I.G. Burton Auto Group

DEMA, Office of Highway Safety, DelDOT, & i.g. Burton Auto Group Present Winter Weather Safety Campaign
Date Posted: November 24, 2025

November DUI Checkpoint Enforcement
Date Posted: November 24, 2025

2026 Delaware Students' Mock Continental Congress

Teachers Invited to Nominate Students for Delaware’s Mock 2nd Continental Congress
Date Posted: November 24, 2025

The black and white surf plates, especially those with low-digit numbers, are coveted by anglers and help to raise funds for Delaware State Parks.

Low-Digit Surf Fishing Plates Auction Starts Nov. 25
Date Posted: November 24, 2025

Now Accepting Applications for Delaware Office of Inspector General
Date Posted: November 21, 2025

DE Department of Labor Highlights Increase in Workers’ Comp Provider Enrollment Following Passage of Legislation
Date Posted: November 21, 2025

Watch Em Win won a $110,000 DSBF Final in a stakes record tying 1:51.2 on Thursday at Bally's Dover.

DSBF Final: Watch Em Win wraps up series sweep
Date Posted: November 21, 2025

John Quick Named Executive Director of the Delaware Workforce Development Board
Date Posted: November 20, 2025

Governor Meyer’s Nominee for Sussex County Family Court Commissioner Confirmed, Takes Office
Date Posted: November 20, 2025

Delaware Day Trivia Goes Statewide on December 4
Date Posted: November 20, 2025

Delaware FFA members rack up recognitions, awards at national convention
Date Posted: November 20, 2025

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Delaware’s Arts Community Reimagines Sustainability, Collaboration, and Cultural Impact at Biennial Summit
Date Posted: November 20, 2025

Delaware PSC and DPA Help Customers Understand Their Delmarva Electric Bills
Date Posted: November 20, 2025

Just Applause, driven by Tim Tetrick, earned his fourth career win on Wednesday at Bally's Dover

Tetrick sweeps DSBF filly pace prelims
Date Posted: November 20, 2025

Governor Meyer Signs Bill to Save State from $400 Million Revenue Shortfall
Date Posted: November 19, 2025

Delaware Office of Highway Safety Sober Rides and Safe Holiday Travels Awareness Campaign Is Officially Underway
Date Posted: November 19, 2025

Thiskissformaryell (1:58.4) recorded his sixth win and eclipsed $100,000 in career earnings on Tuesday at Bally's Dover.

‘Thiskiss’ wins second-round DSBF showdown from the Delaware Standardbred Breeders’ Fund
Date Posted: November 19, 2025

Headshots of all the 2026 ESPOY nominees.

2026 District/Charter Educational Support Professionals of the Year recognized
Date Posted: November 18, 2025

Tuis Star, driven by Corey Callahan scored a career-best 1:59.2 victory on Monday at Bally's Dover.

Five in a row for Tuis Star
Date Posted: November 18, 2025

Division of the Arts Director Jessica Ball Elected to National NASAA Board
Date Posted: November 17, 2025

Laurel Fire
Date Posted: November 16, 2025

AG Jennings’ statement on federal permit to purchase ruling
Date Posted: November 14, 2025

Nichole Krambeck's Insight Ag Scouting business was honored with an Entrepreneur Award at Wednesday night's Delaware Division of Small Business’ EDGE 2.0 grant competition award ceremony in Newark. At right is Delaware Gov. Matt Meyer. At left is Delaware Division of Small Business Director CJ Bell. Photo by Delaware Division of Small Business.

Delaware Department of Agriculture Celebrates EDGE 2.0 Winner and LEADelaware Fellow Nichole Krambeck
Date Posted: November 14, 2025

Watch Em Win, driven by Tim Tetrick, won in 1:54.2 Thursday at Bally's Dover.

Watch Em Win, Slugger On Deck repeat in Dover DSBF prelims
Date Posted: November 14, 2025

Lt. Governor Gay and Commissioner Terra Taylor on stage for a panel with 4 veterans and first responders. the photo is taken with the crowd of conference attendees in the back.

Inaugural Mental Health Conference Spotlights Delaware Veterans & First Responders
Date Posted: November 13, 2025

Warrens Charm coasts to DSBF prelim win
Date Posted: November 13, 2025

group photo of Fall 2025 EDGE 2.0 Winners

Governor Meyer and DSB Announce EDGE 2.0 Winners
Date Posted: November 12, 2025

Governor Meyer Announces Generational Plan to Overhaul Rural Healthcare in Delaware
Date Posted: November 12, 2025

Two squares together, one with the program name on the left in white with a light blue ocean like background, and the dates applications are accepted on the left in bright green and blue boxes with a dark blue background.

Applications Available for FY 26 Sports Tourism Capital Investment Fund
Date Posted: November 12, 2025

Air quality along the Route 9 corridor in Delaware is a concern for residents due to its proximity to industry, which contributes to issues like elevated dust levels and potential health impacts from truck traffic and other pollutants.

DNREC Launches Statewide Survey to Gather Community Feedback on Air Quality
Date Posted: November 12, 2025

Thiskissformaryell, with Jim Morand driving, scored a victory in 2:01 as the 4-5 favorite on Tuesday, Nov. 11.

‘Thiskiss’ unstoppable in DSBF prelim
Date Posted: November 12, 2025

Tuis Star rolls to fourth straight victory in DSBF prelim
Date Posted: November 11, 2025

DE E-ZPass Announces New Website, Invoicing System, and Temporary Service Outage
Date Posted: November 10, 2025

Urban Dwellers by Kim Klabe Opens at the Mezzanine Gallery
Date Posted: November 7, 2025

Jennings calls out gun lobby’s inaccurate and deceptive filings
Date Posted: November 7, 2025

DOJ secures guilty plea in brutal rape and murder
Date Posted: November 7, 2025

Delaware Distributes Initial First State Food Relief Funds
Date Posted: November 7, 2025

Delaware announces presumptive positive avian influenza case in Kent County backyard poultry flock
Date Posted: November 7, 2025

2-year-old pacing colt, Slugger On Deck, competes in Delaware Standardbred Breeders' Fund series, wearing a black saddlebag with the #5.

Slugger On Deck Scores in DSBF Prelim
Date Posted: November 7, 2025

Richard M. Potter, Jr. (left) and Brigadier General (Ret.) Karen Berry (right) are seated on a small stage, holding microphones during the Veterans Day Fireside Chat. Two TVs behind them display a photo of Berry with the text ‘Unified by Service: A Virtual Fireside Chat’ and her title. The backs of the audience’s heads are visible.

Delaware Department of Human Resources Hosts Fireside Chat Honoring Veterans and Military Families
Date Posted: November 6, 2025

Delaware Survey Reveals Opportunities to Increase Awareness of PFAS
Date Posted: November 6, 2025

National Carbon Monoxide Awareness Month
Date Posted: November 6, 2025

Glenville Hollow Farms of Bridgeville honored with 2025 Environmental Stewardship Award
Date Posted: November 5, 2025

DHSS, DNREC to Announce PFAS Awareness and Outreach Grants
Date Posted: November 5, 2025

Dagsboro Fire
Date Posted: November 4, 2025

Graphic of the U.S. and Delaware flags at half-staff.

Governor Meyer Orders The Lowering of Flags to Honor The Passing Of Vice President Cheney
Date Posted: November 4, 2025

Legisladores Muestran Su Apoyo a Baltazar-Lopez Para Dirigir la Oficina de Nuevos Americanos de Delaware
Date Posted: November 4, 2025

Legislators Show Support for Baltazar-Lopez to Lead Delaware’s Office of New Americans
Date Posted: November 4, 2025

DOC announces leadership promotions in Special Operations and at Sussex Correctional Institution
Date Posted: November 4, 2025

New HSCA Rate Goes into Effect in January 2026
Date Posted: November 4, 2025

El Gobernador Matt Meyer Lanza La Oficina de Nuevos Americanos
Date Posted: November 3, 2025

Governor Matt Meyer Launches Office of New Americans
Date Posted: November 3, 2025

Delaware successfully blocks illegal cuts to comprehensive sexual health education
Date Posted: November 3, 2025

Delaware’s 5 Public Housing Authorities Launch Streamlined System for Landlords
Date Posted: November 3, 2025

DOJ secures life prison sentences for 2022 murder, carjackings
Date Posted: November 3, 2025

AG Jennings files brief supporting offshore wind project
Date Posted: November 3, 2025

Delaware DOC New Friends and Family Handbook

DOC launches Family and Friends Handbook
Date Posted: November 3, 2025

Governor Matt Meyer Calls Extraordinary Session to Address Budget Shortfall
Date Posted: October 31, 2025

A family enjoys fall camping in their RV at Lums Pond State Park, one of five camping locations in Delaware State Parks.

Enjoy Camping in Delaware State Parks
Date Posted: October 31, 2025

DE Department of Labor Awards Disability Workplace Champions
Date Posted: October 30, 2025

Change Your Clocks, Check Your Batteries
Date Posted: October 30, 2025

Governor Matt Meyer Declares State of Emergency Due to Interruption of Federal SNAP Benefits
Date Posted: October 29, 2025

AG Jennings sues Trump Administration for illegally suspending SNAP benefits
Date Posted: October 28, 2025

Delaware Conducts Second Reporting Pilot Program in the Nation
Date Posted: October 28, 2025

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The Fight for Fair Housing at the Archives’ November First Saturday Program
Date Posted: October 28, 2025

State Trooper indicted on felony Misconduct charges
Date Posted: October 28, 2025

Governor Meyer Issues Statement on Delaware Department of Justice Settlement with OpenAI
Date Posted: October 28, 2025

AG Jennings completes review of OpenAI recapitalization
Date Posted: October 28, 2025

New Law Excluding Medical Debt from Credit Reporting Takes Effect
Date Posted: October 27, 2025

ADVISORY: Delaware to Announce Rent Reporting Pilot Program Results
Date Posted: October 27, 2025

Delaware Natural Resources Police Toys for Tots campaign opens Wednesday, Oct. 29 with drop-off locations throughout the state, including all Delaware State Parks offices

Delaware Natural Resources Police Gathering Toys for Tots Donations
Date Posted: October 27, 2025

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There are School Board Elections on Tuesday, May 13th in the Appoquinimink, Christina, Colonial and Red Clay Consolidated School Districts

Department of Elections - New Castle County Office | Department of Elections - State Election Commissioner | New Castle County | School Board Elections | Date Posted: Monday, May 12, 2014

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There are School Board Elections on Tuesday, May 13th in the Appoquinimink, Christina, Colonial and Red Clay Consolidated School Districts. The polls are open from 10 a.m. until 8 p.m. Voters must be US citizens, live in the school district in which they are voting, be 18 years old on or before May 13th and show proof of identity and address before being permitted to vote. Visit the links below for candidates and polling places.

Appoquinimink School District

Christina School District

Colonial School District

Red Clay Consolidated School District

Contact: Howard G. Sholl, Jr., Department of Elections for New Castle County, (302) 577-5066

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