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  Archives:  August 2014

Governor’s Weekly Message Transcript: Preventing Gun Violence While Strengthening Delaware Cities

Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | News | Date Posted: Friday, August 15, 2014

Governor Markell discusses statewide efforts to address gun violence, including the formation of a new Gun Investigation Unit at the Delaware State Police.




“An Illegal Activity: The Underground Railroad in Delaware”–Exhibit extended through Dec. 7, 2014

Historical and Cultural Affairs | Kent County | News | Date Posted: Thursday, August 14, 2014

Exhibit on display at the First State Heritage Park Welcome Center and Galleries in Dover, Del.




Governor Markell Announces Gun Investigations Unit at State Police

Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | News | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Wednesday, August 13, 2014

Joined by leaders from the City of Wilmington, New Castle County, various law enforcement bodies, and anti-violence community groups at a news conference in Freedom Plaza, Governor Markell announced the formation of a new Gun Investigation Unit at the Delaware State Police to focus on better prevention of and ensuring punishment for illegal gun sales.




Delaware Participates in National Crackdown on Drunk Driving

Department of Safety and Homeland Security | Kent County | New Castle County | News | Office of Highway Safety | Sussex County | Date Posted: Wednesday, August 13, 2014

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), if drunk driving was eliminated more than 10,000 lives would be spared nationally each year. That is why the Delaware Office of Highway Safety (OHS) and law enforcement agencies are participating in the national “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” high-visibility enforcement campaign that is running from August 15 through September 1.




Insurance Commissioner Stewart Accepts “Challenge Medal” Bestowed by U.S. Dept. of Homeland Security

Insurance Commissioner | Date Posted: Tuesday, August 12, 2014

Insurance Commissioner Karen Weldin Stewart was recently recognized at the annual conference of the Society of Financial Examiners (SOFE), held this year in Philadelphia, for her Department’s assistance with a major insurance fraud investigation that has led to extensive federal charges.






  Archives:  August 2014

Governor’s Weekly Message Transcript: Preventing Gun Violence While Strengthening Delaware Cities

Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | News | Date Posted: Friday, August 15, 2014

Governor Markell discusses statewide efforts to address gun violence, including the formation of a new Gun Investigation Unit at the Delaware State Police.




“An Illegal Activity: The Underground Railroad in Delaware”–Exhibit extended through Dec. 7, 2014

Historical and Cultural Affairs | Kent County | News | Date Posted: Thursday, August 14, 2014

Exhibit on display at the First State Heritage Park Welcome Center and Galleries in Dover, Del.




Governor Markell Announces Gun Investigations Unit at State Police

Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | News | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Wednesday, August 13, 2014

Joined by leaders from the City of Wilmington, New Castle County, various law enforcement bodies, and anti-violence community groups at a news conference in Freedom Plaza, Governor Markell announced the formation of a new Gun Investigation Unit at the Delaware State Police to focus on better prevention of and ensuring punishment for illegal gun sales.




Delaware Participates in National Crackdown on Drunk Driving

Department of Safety and Homeland Security | Kent County | New Castle County | News | Office of Highway Safety | Sussex County | Date Posted: Wednesday, August 13, 2014

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), if drunk driving was eliminated more than 10,000 lives would be spared nationally each year. That is why the Delaware Office of Highway Safety (OHS) and law enforcement agencies are participating in the national “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” high-visibility enforcement campaign that is running from August 15 through September 1.




Insurance Commissioner Stewart Accepts “Challenge Medal” Bestowed by U.S. Dept. of Homeland Security

Insurance Commissioner | Date Posted: Tuesday, August 12, 2014

Insurance Commissioner Karen Weldin Stewart was recently recognized at the annual conference of the Society of Financial Examiners (SOFE), held this year in Philadelphia, for her Department’s assistance with a major insurance fraud investigation that has led to extensive federal charges.