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Unveiling of New State Historical Marker Honoring Poodle Beach
Date Posted: June 17, 2026

Two people examine an ear of partially stripped corn in a field, revealing sparse, undeveloped kernels consistent with deer damage.

DNREC Offers Expanded Assistance for Farmers Due to Significantly Increased Reports of Deer Damage
Date Posted: June 17, 2026

Navy blue background featuring the Delaware state seal in the center

AG Jennings secures final victory over Trump Administration’s ban on offshore wind permitting
Date Posted: June 16, 2026

Governor Meyer Calls for Immediate Action to Protect Delaware Ratepayers and Hold Utilities Accountable
Date Posted: June 16, 2026

DNREC staff joins a TEDI tree-planting event earlier this year

TEDI Surpasses 500,000 Trees Planted
Date Posted: June 16, 2026

DAS Captain Rebecca Stratton and one of the rescued dogs.

Smyrna Man Charged After 19 Dogs Rescued from Inhumane Living Conditions
Date Posted: June 15, 2026

Delaware City DMV Delayed Opening June 17, 2026
Date Posted: June 12, 2026

An aerial view of the former DSU dorm facility that will be a new Hope Center in Kent County.

Governor Meyer and DSHA Announce Major Step Forward for Hope Center Expansion in Kent County
Date Posted: June 11, 2026

A photo of average low tide on the Indian River near Millsboro, with water barely a few inches deep apart from the navigation channel

DNREC Indian River Dredging Project Near Millsboro to Improve Boater Navigation, Restore Tidal Wetlands
Date Posted: June 11, 2026

The STAR Campus in Newark Delaware with large windows was a previous brownfield site.

Delaware Brownfield Conference, Hosted by DNREC, to be Held Aug. 20 in Wilmington
Date Posted: June 10, 2026

A three story building with the words DHSS over the entrance doors..

DHSS Activates Cooling Centers to Provide Relief from the Heat
Date Posted: June 10, 2026

Graphic titled “Scam Alert: Stay SNAP Safe” with red and black text on a light gray background. The graphic provides four tips to help SNAP recipients protect their EBT benefits from theft: Lock your EBT card until it is time to shop and relock it after completing your purchase. Avoid simple PINs such as 1234 or your birthdate, and change your PIN frequently. Check for card skimming devices before using your EBT card in person and never share your EBT card number or PIN. Report stolen benefits immediately, request a new card, and change your PIN. A red banner at the bottom warns: “If you receive a call or text saying your EBT card is locked, your benefits will be stopped, or you need to verify your identity, THIS IS A SCAM.” The graphic includes icons representing a lock, PIN changes, security protection, and reporting fraud.

DHSS Urges SNAP Clients to Take Action to Protect EBT Benefits from Theft
Date Posted: June 9, 2026

The Child Protection Accountability Commission Releases its Quarterly Report on Child Abuse Deaths and Near Deaths
Date Posted: June 9, 2026

AG Jennings defeats Koch billionaire-backed effort to upend Delaware’s election transparency laws
Date Posted: June 9, 2026

DOJ secures lengthy prison sentence in stalking case
Date Posted: June 9, 2026

Delaware’s statewide literacy strategy earns national recognition for strengthening teacher preparation
Date Posted: June 9, 2026

DOJ secures multiple convictions including Murder First in fatal Newark pedestrian collision
Date Posted: June 8, 2026

DOJ indicts suspended Delmar officer on multiple counts of Official Misconduct, Unlawful Sexual Contact
Date Posted: June 8, 2026

Gabriel Alfaro, winner of the 2026 Youth Fishing Tournament in Delaware, stands between a male Delaware Natural Resources Police officer on the left, and a female officer on the right, holding his winning trophy and fishing pole by Lums Pond.

Gabriel Alfaro Reels in 10.1 Pounds of Fish to Win 40th Annual Delaware Youth Fishing Tournament
Date Posted: June 8, 2026

DOJ obtains 22-year prison sentence for habitual fentanyl dealer
Date Posted: June 8, 2026

Graphic promoting the State of Delaware’s 5th Annual Career Fair on June 12, 2026, from 12:00 to 4:30 p.m. at Delaware Technical Community College’s George Campus in Wilmington. The event is hosted by the Delaware Department of Human Resources in partnership with the Department of Labor and encourages job seekers to register.

Delaware Department of Human Resources Hosts Third Statewide Career Fair of 2026
Date Posted: June 8, 2026

Delaware beach rewind decorative graphic

Delaware Public Archives Kicks Off Summer Spotlighting Delaware Beach Memories in New Digital Exhibit
Date Posted: June 8, 2026

Graphic showing multiple 2026 Delaware Press Association award laurels recognizing the Delaware Division of the Arts, arranged across the image against a light background with an orange-to-gold border. Categories listed include first-, second-, and third-place awards for interview, video for web, advertising, public relations campaign, information for the media, speech, social media presence, and annual report.

Delaware Division of the Arts Earns 20 Awards at 2026 Delaware Press Association Communications Contest
Date Posted: June 5, 2026

Capitol Police Investigating Death in Woods Behind Dover DMV
Date Posted: June 4, 2026

Sam Kass, partner at Acre Venture Partners and former White House senior policy advisor for nutrition, speaks at the 2026 Advancing Healthy Lifestyles Conference in Dover. Kass shared insights on food systems, access to healthy foods, and ways communities can support better health outcomes.

DPH Hosts Fourth Annual Advancing Healthy Lifestyles Conference
Date Posted: June 4, 2026

Graphic for “Award Winners XXVI” featuring a large central image of a bright orange and green sculptural work surrounded by smaller images of artworks in different media, including painting, photography, sculpture, and mixed media. Logos for the Delaware Division of the Arts, the Biggs Museum of American Art, and Delaware Individual Artist Fellowships appear along the bottom.

Delaware’s Largest Class of 27 Individual Artist Fellows Headlines “Award Winners XXVI”
Date Posted: June 4, 2026

Governor Meyer Declares Statewide Drought Watch
Date Posted: June 3, 2026

DOJ secures major prison time for three Exit 4 members involved in the murder of Carrie Mondell and Khalil Ameer-Bey
Date Posted: June 2, 2026

Three rows of about 25 students stand on a stage, smiling at the camera.

Delaware honors 40 students at 2nd annual Future in the Arts celebration
Date Posted: June 2, 2026

Attendees of the announcement of the new Delaware Medical School take a group photo at Westside Health in Dover

State and Thomas Jefferson University Partner to Establish Delaware’s First Medical School
Date Posted: June 2, 2026

Framed mixed-media artwork showing two blue-toned faces divided by a vertical tree trunk made of textured bark. The composition suggests separation and connection, with each half of the face peering out from opposite sides of the trunk against a vivid blue background.

Mezzanine Gallery presents Milton Downing’s A Good Tree
Date Posted: June 2, 2026

Governor Meyer Announces 64,000 Cases Cleared in Clean Slate Automation
Date Posted: June 1, 2026

Join us at the Archives for June’s First Saturday Program: Not Today, PA!
Date Posted: June 1, 2026

Delaware Leaders Respond to Third Circuit’s Order that the State Comply with Immigration Subpoena
Date Posted: May 29, 2026

Blurred background of green leafy produce with the title of the press release over it in bright blue and dark green blocks.

28 Delaware Organizations Receive Grants to Improve Food Access
Date Posted: May 29, 2026

AG Jennings celebrates win for clean energy in Delaware
Date Posted: May 28, 2026

DMV on the Go Scheduled Maintenance
Date Posted: May 26, 2026

HCA Celebrates Separation Day & 250/Hamilton Film, NC Green, June 26
Date Posted: May 26, 2026

Students pose standing in front of large letters that spell BPANLC2026. Three students sit in front of the letters wearing suits.

Delaware business students earn national titles and top finishes
Date Posted: May 26, 2026

DSHA Emergency Management Coordinator presenting on disaster housing at a summit

Disaster Housing Recovery and Resiliency Planning Workshops for Delaware Municipalities
Date Posted: May 26, 2026

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

Governor Meyer Orders Flags Flown at Half Staff for Memorial Day
Date Posted: May 24, 2026

Memorial Day Ceremonial Events
Date Posted: May 22, 2026

Killens Pond Water plan expanded 48% featuring two new spray features and lily pads at the pool.

DNREC Debuts New Larger Pool at Killens Pond Waterpark
Date Posted: May 22, 2026

DOJ secures convictions for two Exit 4 gang members in the murder of Latahesia Hill and Carrie Mondell
Date Posted: May 21, 2026

Statement from AG Jennings on Trump’s payout to January 6th insurrectionists
Date Posted: May 21, 2026

DOJ secures life sentence for Claymont drug murder
Date Posted: May 21, 2026

The DNREC Beach-Nesting Bird program is working with a new approach to help state-listed least terns become better reestablished on The Point at Cape Henlopen. /DNREC photo montage - Jessica McNulty-Liz Turner

Delaware Takes New Approach to Improve Breeding Success for Endangered Beach-Nesting Least Terns
Date Posted: May 21, 2026

DOJ obtains lengthy sentence in 2024 domestic violence case
Date Posted: May 21, 2026

Shorebirds of different species gather on Delaware Bay beaches during spring migration stopover

Spring Stopover Puts Delaware at Center of Annual Shorebird Migration Phenomenon
Date Posted: May 21, 2026

Department of Elections Announces Primary Election Party Change Deadline, Friday, May 29, 2026, 11:59 pm
Date Posted: May 21, 2026

Delaware Trauma System of Care Recognized for 30 Years of Saving Lives
Date Posted: May 20, 2026

A graphic of a bluefish, a gamefish species often caught during the summer in Delaware

Delaware Revises Recreational Regs for Bluefish to Give Anglers Higher Daily Possession Limit
Date Posted: May 20, 2026

Governor Meyer Congratulates Public Service Commissioners Following Confirmation
Date Posted: May 19, 2026

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

Governor Meyer Orders the Lowering of Flags to Honor the Life of Mike Purzycki
Date Posted: May 19, 2026

Drive Sober This Memorial Day Weekend: OHS, Law Enforcement Agencies Announce DUI Checkpoint
Date Posted: May 19, 2026

Governor’s Volunteer Service Awards to Honor 41 Delawareans for Outstanding Service
Date Posted: May 19, 2026

The DNREC Shoreline and Waterway Management Section took on a channel marking project for five Inland Bay waterways this spring, removing and replacing markers in time for the start of boating season with the Memorial Day weekend. /Delaware DNREC photo

DNREC Expects to Complete Channel Marking Projects for Major Boating Waters Ahead of Memorial Day Weekend
Date Posted: May 19, 2026

Woodbridge school counselor named 2026 Delaware Behavioral Health Professional of Year
Date Posted: May 18, 2026

Delaware Division of Public Health Director Announces Retirement
Date Posted: May 18, 2026

Tomatoes, cabbage, and squash at a farmers market booth in Delaware

Enjoy First State favorites during Delaware Grown Week May 17-23
Date Posted: May 18, 2026

Environmental scientists from the DNREC Wetland Monitoring and Assessment Program collect data afield. DNREC has just issued the 2026-2030 Delaware Wetland Program Plan as a guide covering wetland future within the First State. /Delaware DNREC photo

DNREC Releases 2026-2030 Delaware Wetland Program Plan
Date Posted: May 18, 2026

The restored Mount Pleasant School House, which served as a public school from 1830 to 1864, will be an interpretative center for Bellevue State Park.

Historic School House Opens at Bellevue State Park
Date Posted: May 15, 2026

Yellow diamond sign warning of hurricane season with a satellite image of a hurricane over Earth in the background.

Hurricane Preparedness Week Promotes Pre-Season Preparation
Date Posted: May 15, 2026

DATE Arrests Townsend Woman on Drug Charges
Date Posted: May 15, 2026

Delaware DOC Rehabilitative Programs and Activities Directory cover

New DOC publication provides a look inside rehabilitative programs that drive reentry success
Date Posted: May 14, 2026

New national report shows Delaware making recovery gains while students remain below pre-pandemic levels
Date Posted: May 14, 2026

A group of ten professionals stand in front of a wrought iron gate labeled "DNREC Courtyard Visitor Entrance." They are outdoors, surrounded by greenery and trees, with a brick building in the background.

DNREC Communications Team Earns Multiple First-Place Awards from Delaware Press Association
Date Posted: May 14, 2026

Dozens of First State FFA students enjoyed a behind-the-scenes tour of Harrington Raceway’s harness racing operation this month as part of the organization’s mission to open doors across all of Delaware’s agricultural community.

Delaware FFA students get inside look at harness racing industry at Harrington Raceway
Date Posted: May 13, 2026

Photograph of the new Chief Executive Officer for Delaware Transportation Corporation Lilia Montoya.

DelDOT Secretary Hastings Announces Lilia Montoya as New Chief Executive Officer
Date Posted: May 13, 2026

Delaware Department of State Announces Retirement of Dr. Annie Norman
Date Posted: May 13, 2026

Official Seal of the Insurance Commissioner of Delaware

Medicare “Birthday Rule” & New Enrollment Protections Now in Effect
Date Posted: May 13, 2026

Headshots of all the district and charter Behavioral Health Professionals of the Year.

School behavioral health professionals to be honored
Date Posted: May 13, 2026

Trucks and sport utility vehicles line up at 3 R's at Delaware Seashore State Park, one of five drive-on beaches that require reservations on weekends and holidays in summer.

Required Reservations for Five Most Popular Drive-on Surf Fishing Beaches Begin May 23
Date Posted: May 13, 2026

Governor Meyer and DSB Announce Winners of Spring 2026 EDGE 2.0 Grant Competition
Date Posted: May 12, 2026

Governor Meyer Announces Landmark Healthcare Legislation that Lowers Costs and Increases Access for Delawareans
Date Posted: May 12, 2026

Students who participated in the mock continental congress pose for a group photo.

Delaware Students Participate in Mock 2nd Continental Congress in Dover
Date Posted: May 12, 2026

DNREC's Life in the Bay seining program offers seven events at DNREC's Aquatic Resources Education Center near Woodland Beach in the months ahead.

DNREC’s Aquatic Resources Education Center to Offer Array of Summer Family-Oriented Fishing and Environmental Fun
Date Posted: May 12, 2026

Delaware Receives Highest Bond Ratings
Date Posted: May 12, 2026

DSCYF Names Sarah Azevedo Director of Division of Family Services
Date Posted: May 11, 2026

AG Jennings takes storm-chasing home improvement company to court over failure to respond to subpoena
Date Posted: May 11, 2026

DDA’s Plant Industries Section Celebrates First Graduate of AOSCA Inspector Credentialing Program
Date Posted: May 8, 2026

Gov. Meyer and Lt. Gov. Gay with new CIO Osmond

Governor Meyer Swears In New CIO for Delaware
Date Posted: May 8, 2026

Governor Meyer Announces New Public Service Commission Nominees
Date Posted: May 8, 2026

Governor Meyer Swears In New Inspector General
Date Posted: May 8, 2026

Governor Meyer Visits Milford Businesses, Signs Two Small Business Executive Orders
Date Posted: May 7, 2026

Motorcycle Awareness Month May 2026
Date Posted: May 7, 2026

AG Jennings leads coalition to oppose Postal Service’s guns-by-mail scheme
Date Posted: May 7, 2026

Division of the Arts Announces Second Round of Grants in Support of Arts Projects for Fiscal Year 2026 on an orange background

Delaware Division of the Arts Announces Second Round of Grants in Support of Arts Projects for Fiscal Year 2026
Date Posted: May 7, 2026

Delaware Health Care Spending Grows to $11.3 Billion, Significantly Exceeding Target
Date Posted: May 7, 2026

Delaware City Refining Company offices in Delaware City

DNREC Shares Information on Delaware City Refining Repair Work and Air Monitoring
Date Posted: May 7, 2026

Anglers of all ages can fish for free June 6 and 7 in Delaware waters /Delaware DNREC photo

DNREC Announces June 6 and 7 Will be Free Fishing Days in Delaware Waters
Date Posted: May 7, 2026

Delaware Division of the Arts Accepting Applications for 2026 Writers Retreat
Date Posted: May 6, 2026

School Safety is the Focus of Statewide Tabletop Exercise Series
Date Posted: May 5, 2026

DHR Secretary Yvonne Anders Gordon pictured with 2025 Delaware Award For Excellence and Commitment in State Service Recipients at State of Delaware Governor's Annual Employee Awards Ceremony.

Delaware Honors State Employees in Public Service Recognition Week Ceremony at Modern Maturity Center in Dover
Date Posted: May 5, 2026

Supreme Court issues stay of restrictions on mifepristone following advocacy by AG Jennings, coalition
Date Posted: May 5, 2026

Buckle Up and Look Twice: OHS Supports Click It or Ticket Campaign and Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month
Date Posted: May 5, 2026

Group of Bridge Design Competition Volunteers testing the weight of bridges designed by the students.

DelDOT Recognizes 7th Annual Bridge Design Competition Winners
Date Posted: May 4, 2026

Governor Meyer Announces Launch of JobsFirst Permitting Accelerator
Date Posted: May 4, 2026

AG Jennings, coalition secure final approval in $700 million Google Settlement over app store monopoly
Date Posted: May 4, 2026

DNREC to Hold First Community Meeting on Chronic Wasting Disease in State’s Deer Herd May 13 in Laurel
Date Posted: May 4, 2026

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Newark man arrested by DNREC Environmental Crimes Unit for illegally dumping tires in New Castle County

Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | Division of Community Affairs | Date Posted: Thursday, December 27, 2018

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Evidence photo of tires dumped in the Newark area. DNREC Natural Resources Police Environmental Crimes Unit photo.

NEWARK – Following an investigation into illegal dumping of scrap tires in Newark, DNREC Natural Resources Police Officers with the Environmental Crimes Unit arrested a Newark man Dec. 14 for illegal dumping and hauling solid waste without a permit. The illegal dumping of tires took place over several days earlier this month.

Robert B. Halter, 39, of Newark, was charged with two counts of causing or contributing to the disposal or discharge of solid waste materials and two counts of transportation, storage, or collection of solid waste without a permit.

Halter had active capias out of Justice of the Peace Court 11, New Castle County Court of Common Pleas, and Family Court. He was arraigned at Justice of the Peace Court 11 in New Castle, where he was committed to Howard Young Correctional Institution in Wilmington, after failing to pay $2,000 cash bond related to the prior capias. He received an additional $200 unsecured bond for the four charges of dumping and hauling scrap tires without a permit.

Delaware residents can report illegal trash dumping to DNREC’s Natural Resources Police Environmental Crimes Unit by calling the 24-hour environmental complaints line at 800-662-8802.

Contact: Joanna Wilson, DNREC Public Affairs, 302-739-9902

Vol. 48, No. 340

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