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  Archives:  January 2026

DNREC Reminds Public: Do Not Sled or Snowboard on Dunes

Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | Division of Parks and Recreation | Newsroom | Date Posted: Friday, January 23, 2026

The Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control reminds residents and visitors not to sled or snowboard on coastal dunes to help protect wildlife habitat.




Bartender Charged After Fatal Crash Investigation

Alcohol Tobacco Enforcement | Delaware State Police | Department of Safety and Homeland Security | Date Posted: Friday, January 23, 2026

A bartender faces charges after investigators determined she served alcohol to a visibly intoxicated patron who was later involved in a fatal two-vehicle crash on November 15, 2025.

Delaware State Police contacted the Division of Alcohol and Tobacco Enforcement (DATE) after their crash investigation revealed that the driver, Ashley Wright of Dover, Delaware, had been at Emmaculate Sports Bar, 3800 North DuPont Highway, New Castle, before the collision.

Surveillance footage obtained on November 18 showed that Wright displayed visible signs of intoxication while being served alcoholic beverages.




Delaware Forest Service Announces 11th Annual Arborist and Tree Care Seminar at Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library

Department of Agriculture | Forest Service | Newsroom | Urban and Community Forestry | Date Posted: Thursday, January 22, 2026

DOVER — The Delaware Forest Service’s Urban and Community Forestry Program will host its 11th annual Arborist and Tree Care Seminar on Feb. 23-24, 2026, at the Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library. As the only event of its kind in Delaware, this two-day seminar provides specialized professional development for arborists, urban forestry professionals, and tree […]




Governor Matt Meyer Lays Out Delaware-First Agenda in State of the State Address

Governor Matt Meyer | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Thursday, January 22, 2026

Governor focuses on collaboration in putting families first DOVER— Governor Matt Meyer delivered his State of the State address to the Delaware General Assembly today, outlining a bold, people-first agenda focused on lowering costs for working families, strengthening public education, expanding access to affordable housing, and improving healthcare across the First State. “Despite unprecedented uncertainty […]




Delaware Division of the Arts Announces 2026 Individual Artist Fellowship Awardees

Delaware Division of the Arts | Delaware Tourism Office | Department of State | Governor Matt Meyer | Kent County | Lt. Governor Kyle Evans Gay | Mezzanine Gallery | New Castle County | Office of the Governor | Office of the Lieutenant Governor | Sussex County | Date Posted: Wednesday, January 21, 2026

27 Delaware artists selected for $184,000 in fellowships following record 246 applications statewide   Statewide, Del. (January 21, 2026) – The Delaware Division of the Arts (DDOA) today announced the 2026 recipients of its Individual Artist Fellowships, recognizing 27 Delaware artists for exceptional artistic quality and awarding $184,000 in individual artist grants. The Division received […]






  Archives:  January 2026

DNREC Reminds Public: Do Not Sled or Snowboard on Dunes

Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | Division of Parks and Recreation | Newsroom | Date Posted: Friday, January 23, 2026

The Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control reminds residents and visitors not to sled or snowboard on coastal dunes to help protect wildlife habitat.




Bartender Charged After Fatal Crash Investigation

Alcohol Tobacco Enforcement | Delaware State Police | Department of Safety and Homeland Security | Date Posted: Friday, January 23, 2026

A bartender faces charges after investigators determined she served alcohol to a visibly intoxicated patron who was later involved in a fatal two-vehicle crash on November 15, 2025.

Delaware State Police contacted the Division of Alcohol and Tobacco Enforcement (DATE) after their crash investigation revealed that the driver, Ashley Wright of Dover, Delaware, had been at Emmaculate Sports Bar, 3800 North DuPont Highway, New Castle, before the collision.

Surveillance footage obtained on November 18 showed that Wright displayed visible signs of intoxication while being served alcoholic beverages.




Delaware Forest Service Announces 11th Annual Arborist and Tree Care Seminar at Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library

Department of Agriculture | Forest Service | Newsroom | Urban and Community Forestry | Date Posted: Thursday, January 22, 2026

DOVER — The Delaware Forest Service’s Urban and Community Forestry Program will host its 11th annual Arborist and Tree Care Seminar on Feb. 23-24, 2026, at the Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library. As the only event of its kind in Delaware, this two-day seminar provides specialized professional development for arborists, urban forestry professionals, and tree […]




Governor Matt Meyer Lays Out Delaware-First Agenda in State of the State Address

Governor Matt Meyer | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Thursday, January 22, 2026

Governor focuses on collaboration in putting families first DOVER— Governor Matt Meyer delivered his State of the State address to the Delaware General Assembly today, outlining a bold, people-first agenda focused on lowering costs for working families, strengthening public education, expanding access to affordable housing, and improving healthcare across the First State. “Despite unprecedented uncertainty […]




Delaware Division of the Arts Announces 2026 Individual Artist Fellowship Awardees

Delaware Division of the Arts | Delaware Tourism Office | Department of State | Governor Matt Meyer | Kent County | Lt. Governor Kyle Evans Gay | Mezzanine Gallery | New Castle County | Office of the Governor | Office of the Lieutenant Governor | Sussex County | Date Posted: Wednesday, January 21, 2026

27 Delaware artists selected for $184,000 in fellowships following record 246 applications statewide   Statewide, Del. (January 21, 2026) – The Delaware Division of the Arts (DDOA) today announced the 2026 recipients of its Individual Artist Fellowships, recognizing 27 Delaware artists for exceptional artistic quality and awarding $184,000 in individual artist grants. The Division received […]