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  Archives:  May 2023

Department of Human Resources Implements Marijuana & Alcohol-Free Workplace Policy for Executive Branch Agencies

Department of Human Resources | News | Date Posted: Thursday, May 11, 2023

DOVER, Del. (May 11, 2023) —With the implementation of the new Marijuana and Alcohol-Free Workplace Policy, the use of marijuana in all its forms is prohibited in all state-owned, operated and leased buildings, along with the previously prohibited use of alcohol and other controlled substances. The new policy, effective May 3, 2023, demonstrates the state’s […]




DNREC, DEMA to Sponsor Second Annual Delaware Flood Awareness Week May 15 to 19

Delaware Emergency Management Agency | Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | Division of Watershed Stewardship | News | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Thursday, May 11, 2023

In conjunction with DNREC and DEMA within the Department of Safety and Homeland Security, Governor John Carney has proclaimed May 15 to 19 as Delaware Flood Awareness Week.




Governor Carney, First Lady Tracey Quillen Carney Announce Compassionate Champion Awardees

Governor John Carney | News | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Wednesday, May 10, 2023

Compassionate Champion ceremony to be held May 17   WILMINGTON, Del. – Governor John Carney and First Lady Tracey Quillen Carney on Wednesday announced the 2023 Compassionate Champion Awardees. The Compassionate Champion Awards recognize individuals, organizations, and educational institutions across the State of Delaware that provide trauma-informed services in a manner consistent with the Delaware Developmental Framework for […]




Nominations Open for 2023 Young Environmentalist Awards

Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | News | Date Posted: Wednesday, May 10, 2023

DNREC is encouraging teachers, classmates, club or group leaders, family members and others to nominate students for the 2023 DNREC Young Environmentalist of the Year Awards.




Ride Smart, Ride Safe During Motorcycle Awareness Month

Department of Transportation | Governor John Carney | Kent County | Motorcycle | New Castle County | News | Office of Highway Safety | Office of Highway Safety | Sussex County | Date Posted: Tuesday, May 9, 2023

Governor John Carney has proclaimed May is Motorcycle Awareness Month and the Delaware Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) along with the Delaware Office of Highway Safety (OHS) encourages motorcyclists to ride smart and ride safely through education and awareness. Every year from April through November, DMV offers six motorcycle safety courses for various skill levels, […]






  Archives:  May 2023

Department of Human Resources Implements Marijuana & Alcohol-Free Workplace Policy for Executive Branch Agencies

Department of Human Resources | News | Date Posted: Thursday, May 11, 2023

DOVER, Del. (May 11, 2023) —With the implementation of the new Marijuana and Alcohol-Free Workplace Policy, the use of marijuana in all its forms is prohibited in all state-owned, operated and leased buildings, along with the previously prohibited use of alcohol and other controlled substances. The new policy, effective May 3, 2023, demonstrates the state’s […]




DNREC, DEMA to Sponsor Second Annual Delaware Flood Awareness Week May 15 to 19

Delaware Emergency Management Agency | Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | Division of Watershed Stewardship | News | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Thursday, May 11, 2023

In conjunction with DNREC and DEMA within the Department of Safety and Homeland Security, Governor John Carney has proclaimed May 15 to 19 as Delaware Flood Awareness Week.




Governor Carney, First Lady Tracey Quillen Carney Announce Compassionate Champion Awardees

Governor John Carney | News | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Wednesday, May 10, 2023

Compassionate Champion ceremony to be held May 17   WILMINGTON, Del. – Governor John Carney and First Lady Tracey Quillen Carney on Wednesday announced the 2023 Compassionate Champion Awardees. The Compassionate Champion Awards recognize individuals, organizations, and educational institutions across the State of Delaware that provide trauma-informed services in a manner consistent with the Delaware Developmental Framework for […]




Nominations Open for 2023 Young Environmentalist Awards

Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | News | Date Posted: Wednesday, May 10, 2023

DNREC is encouraging teachers, classmates, club or group leaders, family members and others to nominate students for the 2023 DNREC Young Environmentalist of the Year Awards.




Ride Smart, Ride Safe During Motorcycle Awareness Month

Department of Transportation | Governor John Carney | Kent County | Motorcycle | New Castle County | News | Office of Highway Safety | Office of Highway Safety | Sussex County | Date Posted: Tuesday, May 9, 2023

Governor John Carney has proclaimed May is Motorcycle Awareness Month and the Delaware Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) along with the Delaware Office of Highway Safety (OHS) encourages motorcyclists to ride smart and ride safely through education and awareness. Every year from April through November, DMV offers six motorcycle safety courses for various skill levels, […]