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  Archives:  January 2016

The Mezzanine Gallery to Exhibit “Psychic Future” featuring paintings by Aaron Keith Hoffer

Delaware Division of the Arts | Department of State | Kent County | New Castle County | News | Sussex County | Date Posted: Friday, January 29, 2016

For Immediate Release The Delaware Division of the Arts Mezzanine Gallery is pleased to present an exhibition of paintings by Aaron Keith Hoffer during the month of February. Psychic Future will be on view from February 5-26, with an opening reception on Friday, February 5 from 5-7 p.m. Hoffer’s abstract paintings are created through the […]



DNREC reminds hunters to take advantage of Snow Goose Conservation Order starting Feb. 1

Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | Division of Fish and Wildlife | Date Posted: Thursday, January 28, 2016

The Delaware Division of Fish & Wildlife is again implementing an annual Snow Goose Conservation Order, which began in 2009 as part of an Atlantic Flyway-wide effort to reduce the population of greater snow geese.



Markell Fiscal Year 2017 Budget Supports Jobs and Economic Opportunity; Invests in Delaware Students

Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Kent County | New Castle County | News | Office of the Governor | Sussex County | Date Posted: Thursday, January 28, 2016

Governor Jack Markell today unveiled a balanced Fiscal Year 2017 budget proposal that promotes increased job and educational opportunities for Delawareans, while maintaining fiscal responsibility by only appropriating 98 percent of available revenues and sustaining a fully funded Rainy Day Fund. Responsible budgeting has allowed the state to maintain a AAA bond rating from all rating agencies. The budget also upholds the Governor’s core commitments to schools, public safety and healthcare.



Delaware Forest Service seeks trainees for wildfire classes

Department of Agriculture | Forest Service | Kent County | New Castle County | Sussex County | Date Posted: Thursday, January 28, 2016

The Delaware Forest Service (DFS) is seeking trainees for its annual wildfire training classes at the Delaware State Fire School. No previous experience needed. Applicants should be over 18 years old, physically fit, motivated, and willing to travel for at least two weeks (usually during the summer) on out-of-state fire assignments. Interested candidates should contact Kyle Hoyd, DFS Wildland Fire Program Administrator at (302) 698-4548 or kyle.hoyd@state.de.us to register. The deadline to sign up is February 17, 2016.



Governor Markell Orders Flags Lowered in Honor of Former State Representative Benjamin Ewing

Flag Status | Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Office of Management and Budget | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Thursday, January 28, 2016

Governor Markell has ordered the American and Delaware flags at state buildings and facilities lowered in honor of former State Representative Benjamin Ewing.





  Archives:  January 2016

The Mezzanine Gallery to Exhibit “Psychic Future” featuring paintings by Aaron Keith Hoffer

Delaware Division of the Arts | Department of State | Kent County | New Castle County | News | Sussex County | Date Posted: Friday, January 29, 2016

For Immediate Release The Delaware Division of the Arts Mezzanine Gallery is pleased to present an exhibition of paintings by Aaron Keith Hoffer during the month of February. Psychic Future will be on view from February 5-26, with an opening reception on Friday, February 5 from 5-7 p.m. Hoffer’s abstract paintings are created through the […]



DNREC reminds hunters to take advantage of Snow Goose Conservation Order starting Feb. 1

Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | Division of Fish and Wildlife | Date Posted: Thursday, January 28, 2016

The Delaware Division of Fish & Wildlife is again implementing an annual Snow Goose Conservation Order, which began in 2009 as part of an Atlantic Flyway-wide effort to reduce the population of greater snow geese.



Markell Fiscal Year 2017 Budget Supports Jobs and Economic Opportunity; Invests in Delaware Students

Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Kent County | New Castle County | News | Office of the Governor | Sussex County | Date Posted: Thursday, January 28, 2016

Governor Jack Markell today unveiled a balanced Fiscal Year 2017 budget proposal that promotes increased job and educational opportunities for Delawareans, while maintaining fiscal responsibility by only appropriating 98 percent of available revenues and sustaining a fully funded Rainy Day Fund. Responsible budgeting has allowed the state to maintain a AAA bond rating from all rating agencies. The budget also upholds the Governor’s core commitments to schools, public safety and healthcare.



Delaware Forest Service seeks trainees for wildfire classes

Department of Agriculture | Forest Service | Kent County | New Castle County | Sussex County | Date Posted: Thursday, January 28, 2016

The Delaware Forest Service (DFS) is seeking trainees for its annual wildfire training classes at the Delaware State Fire School. No previous experience needed. Applicants should be over 18 years old, physically fit, motivated, and willing to travel for at least two weeks (usually during the summer) on out-of-state fire assignments. Interested candidates should contact Kyle Hoyd, DFS Wildland Fire Program Administrator at (302) 698-4548 or kyle.hoyd@state.de.us to register. The deadline to sign up is February 17, 2016.



Governor Markell Orders Flags Lowered in Honor of Former State Representative Benjamin Ewing

Flag Status | Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Office of Management and Budget | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Thursday, January 28, 2016

Governor Markell has ordered the American and Delaware flags at state buildings and facilities lowered in honor of former State Representative Benjamin Ewing.