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  Category: Office of the Governor


DNREC Seeks Volunteers for Delaware Coastal Cleanup Sept. 11

Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Thursday, August 19, 2021

Volunteers for the 34th annual Delaware Coastal Cleanup will have two options this year to help keep the state’s beaches and waterways free of trash through a widespread effort that also touches Delaware’s natural areas and neighborhoods.




COVID-19 Vaccination and Testing Updates for Long-Term Care Facilities, Health Care Facilities, and State Employees

Former Governor John Carney (2017-2025) | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Thursday, August 12, 2021

Governor Carney and the Delaware Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS) announced that ​beginning on September 30, staff in long-term care and other health care facilities will be required to provide proof of vaccination or to undergo regular testing to prevent the transmission of COVID-19 to vulnerable populations. 




Division of Small Business awards EDGE Grants to 15 Delaware companies

Former Governor John Carney (2017-2025) | Newsroom | Small Business | Date Posted: Wednesday, August 11, 2021

SMYRNA, Del. (August 11, 2021) – A company working to alleviate symptoms of Parkinson’s disease, a maker of wearable cooling protective gear, a specialty running store, and a meadery were among the 15 Delaware small businesses recognized Wednesday as awardees of the third round of Encouraging Development, Growth and Expansion (EDGE) Grants from the state […]




Governor Carney Announces Mask Requirement in K-12 Schools, Child Care, State Facilities

Former Governor John Carney (2017-2025) | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Tuesday, August 10, 2021

WILMINGTON, Del. – Governor John Carney on Tuesday announced that everyone kindergarten-age and older in K-12 schools and child care homes and centers must wear face coverings indoors effective on Monday, August 16 – regardless of vaccination status. The requirement covers both public and private schools in Delaware. Child care centers and homes are strongly encouraged to require […]




Governor Carney Signs House Bill 86

Department of Education | Former Governor John Carney (2017-2025) | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Friday, July 30, 2021

Legislation increases funding for students K – 3 eligible for basic special education services WILMINGTON, Del. –Governor John Carney signed House Bill 86 on Friday alongside members of the General Assembly, educators and advocates. This legislation provides increased funding for students kindergarten through third grade identified as eligible for basic special education services.  “Our goal […]







  Category: Office of the Governor

DNREC Seeks Volunteers for Delaware Coastal Cleanup Sept. 11

Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Thursday, August 19, 2021

Volunteers for the 34th annual Delaware Coastal Cleanup will have two options this year to help keep the state’s beaches and waterways free of trash through a widespread effort that also touches Delaware’s natural areas and neighborhoods.




COVID-19 Vaccination and Testing Updates for Long-Term Care Facilities, Health Care Facilities, and State Employees

Former Governor John Carney (2017-2025) | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Thursday, August 12, 2021

Governor Carney and the Delaware Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS) announced that ​beginning on September 30, staff in long-term care and other health care facilities will be required to provide proof of vaccination or to undergo regular testing to prevent the transmission of COVID-19 to vulnerable populations. 




Division of Small Business awards EDGE Grants to 15 Delaware companies

Former Governor John Carney (2017-2025) | Newsroom | Small Business | Date Posted: Wednesday, August 11, 2021

SMYRNA, Del. (August 11, 2021) – A company working to alleviate symptoms of Parkinson’s disease, a maker of wearable cooling protective gear, a specialty running store, and a meadery were among the 15 Delaware small businesses recognized Wednesday as awardees of the third round of Encouraging Development, Growth and Expansion (EDGE) Grants from the state […]




Governor Carney Announces Mask Requirement in K-12 Schools, Child Care, State Facilities

Former Governor John Carney (2017-2025) | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Tuesday, August 10, 2021

WILMINGTON, Del. – Governor John Carney on Tuesday announced that everyone kindergarten-age and older in K-12 schools and child care homes and centers must wear face coverings indoors effective on Monday, August 16 – regardless of vaccination status. The requirement covers both public and private schools in Delaware. Child care centers and homes are strongly encouraged to require […]




Governor Carney Signs House Bill 86

Department of Education | Former Governor John Carney (2017-2025) | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Friday, July 30, 2021

Legislation increases funding for students K – 3 eligible for basic special education services WILMINGTON, Del. –Governor John Carney signed House Bill 86 on Friday alongside members of the General Assembly, educators and advocates. This legislation provides increased funding for students kindergarten through third grade identified as eligible for basic special education services.  “Our goal […]