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  Archives:  April 2026

Dover House Fire

State Fire Marshal | Date Posted: Wednesday, April 8, 2026

The Delaware State Fire Marshal’s Office is investigating a residential fire that injured two occupants. On April 7, 2026 shortly after 5:30 PM, a fire was reported in the 200 block of Greenwich Drive, Dover. The Dover Fire Company along with multiple mutual aid fire companies responded to the scene and found fire coming from […]




Governor Meyer Appoints Brenda Wise to DEFAC

Governor Matt Meyer | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Tuesday, April 7, 2026

DOVER— Governor Matt Meyer today announced the appointment of Brenda Wise to the Delaware Economic and Financial Advisory Council (DEFAC). “Brenda Wise brings a strong record of public service and thoughtful leadership that will benefit DEFAC and all Delaware taxpayers,” said Governor Meyer. “I’m thankful for her willingness to serve, and look forward to her […]




DNREC to Conduct Statewide Assessment of Wastewater Infrastructure in Manufactured Home Communities

Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | Division of Water | Newsroom | Date Posted: Tuesday, April 7, 2026

DNREC has begun a statewide assessment of wastewater and drinking water infrastructure conditions in Delaware’s manufactured home communities (MHCs), aiming to assist them with wastewater and water challenges that have arisen through no fault of residents. Many MHCs are located in underserved communities with systems believed to be outdated, poorly maintained or in various stages of disrepair.




Governor Meyer Nominates Bob Osmond as Chief Information Officer

Department of Technology and Information | Governor Matt Meyer | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Monday, April 6, 2026

DOVER — Governor Matt Meyer announced today the nomination of Robert (Bob) Osmond to serve as Delaware’s next Chief Information Officer (CIO) of the Department of Technology & Information (DTI), leading the state’s technology strategy, cybersecurity, and digital services. Osmond brings decades of public- and private-sector experience and currently serves as the Commonwealth CIO for Virginia.  “Technology is central to how we deliver […]




Houston House Fire

State Fire Marshal | Date Posted: Monday, April 6, 2026

The Delaware State Fire Marshal’s Office is investigating a residential structure fire in Houston. On April 6, 2026 shortly before noon, a fire was reported in the 800 block of Front Street in Houston. The Houston Fire Company along with multiple mutual aid fire companies and Kent County Emergency Medical Services responded to the location […]






  Archives:  April 2026

Dover House Fire

State Fire Marshal | Date Posted: Wednesday, April 8, 2026

The Delaware State Fire Marshal’s Office is investigating a residential fire that injured two occupants. On April 7, 2026 shortly after 5:30 PM, a fire was reported in the 200 block of Greenwich Drive, Dover. The Dover Fire Company along with multiple mutual aid fire companies responded to the scene and found fire coming from […]




Governor Meyer Appoints Brenda Wise to DEFAC

Governor Matt Meyer | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Tuesday, April 7, 2026

DOVER— Governor Matt Meyer today announced the appointment of Brenda Wise to the Delaware Economic and Financial Advisory Council (DEFAC). “Brenda Wise brings a strong record of public service and thoughtful leadership that will benefit DEFAC and all Delaware taxpayers,” said Governor Meyer. “I’m thankful for her willingness to serve, and look forward to her […]




DNREC to Conduct Statewide Assessment of Wastewater Infrastructure in Manufactured Home Communities

Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | Division of Water | Newsroom | Date Posted: Tuesday, April 7, 2026

DNREC has begun a statewide assessment of wastewater and drinking water infrastructure conditions in Delaware’s manufactured home communities (MHCs), aiming to assist them with wastewater and water challenges that have arisen through no fault of residents. Many MHCs are located in underserved communities with systems believed to be outdated, poorly maintained or in various stages of disrepair.




Governor Meyer Nominates Bob Osmond as Chief Information Officer

Department of Technology and Information | Governor Matt Meyer | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Monday, April 6, 2026

DOVER — Governor Matt Meyer announced today the nomination of Robert (Bob) Osmond to serve as Delaware’s next Chief Information Officer (CIO) of the Department of Technology & Information (DTI), leading the state’s technology strategy, cybersecurity, and digital services. Osmond brings decades of public- and private-sector experience and currently serves as the Commonwealth CIO for Virginia.  “Technology is central to how we deliver […]




Houston House Fire

State Fire Marshal | Date Posted: Monday, April 6, 2026

The Delaware State Fire Marshal’s Office is investigating a residential structure fire in Houston. On April 6, 2026 shortly before noon, a fire was reported in the 800 block of Front Street in Houston. The Houston Fire Company along with multiple mutual aid fire companies and Kent County Emergency Medical Services responded to the location […]