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  Category: Kent County


How Did The Chicken Cross The Road? Carefully.

Department of Safety and Homeland Security | Kent County | New Castle County | Newsroom | Office of Highway Safety | Sussex County | Date Posted: Tuesday, June 23, 2015

The Delaware Office of Highway Safety (OHS) is asking people the age old question of “Why did the chicken cross the road?” But instead of why, they want to know how did the chicken cross the road, and they are hoping people are answering carefully. There is an increased risk for pedestrian crashes during the summer months when more people are traveling and the resort area population increases. That’s why OHS has teamed up with DelDOT again to educate and encourage pedestrians to make smart and safe decisions when walking near roadways.




The Traveling Vietnam Veterans Memorial and Museum

Kent County | New Castle County | Office of Veterans Services | Sussex County | Date Posted: Friday, June 19, 2015

The Traveling Vietnam Veterans Memorial and Museum Date: July 2 – 5, 2015 Time: Open to the public 24 hours a day Location: Kent County Veterans Memorial Park S. Little Creek Road, Dover (near Kent County Admin Bldg & Blue Hen Mall) Opening Ceremony scheduled for Thursday, July 2, 2015, 10:00 am If you would […]




Governor’s Weekly Message: Recognizing Law Enforcement Officers for their Service, Sacrifice

Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Kent County | New Castle County | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | Sussex County | Date Posted: Friday, June 19, 2015

(Dover, DE) – In his weekly message, Governor Markell recognizes the vital role law enforcement officers play in keeping our communities safe. “We must remember how fortunate we are for the generations of men and women who have chosen to dedicate their lives to serving and protecting Delawareans,” said Governor Markell. “The greatest honor we […]




Delaware’s bio-science elite showcases innovations in translational medicine and oncology research

Department of State | International Trade and Development | Kent County | New Castle County | Newsroom | Sussex County | Date Posted: Friday, June 19, 2015

Distinguished Delaware physicians, scientists and entrepreneurs will meet with colleagues from around the world at the University of Delaware’s STAR campus to discuss exciting work being done in the fields of translational medicine and oncology research here in the State. Members of the international bio-science community will meet with Governor Jack Markell in the morning, followed […]




DelDOT Welcomes Fans to the Firefly Music Festival

Department of Transportation | Kent County | Date Posted: Thursday, June 18, 2015

The Department of Transportation (DelDOT) welcomes fans to Firefly Music Festival, at The Woodlands of Dover International Speedway in Dover June 18 through June 21, and offers traffic information throughout the event.







  Category: Kent County

How Did The Chicken Cross The Road? Carefully.

Department of Safety and Homeland Security | Kent County | New Castle County | Newsroom | Office of Highway Safety | Sussex County | Date Posted: Tuesday, June 23, 2015

The Delaware Office of Highway Safety (OHS) is asking people the age old question of “Why did the chicken cross the road?” But instead of why, they want to know how did the chicken cross the road, and they are hoping people are answering carefully. There is an increased risk for pedestrian crashes during the summer months when more people are traveling and the resort area population increases. That’s why OHS has teamed up with DelDOT again to educate and encourage pedestrians to make smart and safe decisions when walking near roadways.




The Traveling Vietnam Veterans Memorial and Museum

Kent County | New Castle County | Office of Veterans Services | Sussex County | Date Posted: Friday, June 19, 2015

The Traveling Vietnam Veterans Memorial and Museum Date: July 2 – 5, 2015 Time: Open to the public 24 hours a day Location: Kent County Veterans Memorial Park S. Little Creek Road, Dover (near Kent County Admin Bldg & Blue Hen Mall) Opening Ceremony scheduled for Thursday, July 2, 2015, 10:00 am If you would […]




Governor’s Weekly Message: Recognizing Law Enforcement Officers for their Service, Sacrifice

Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Kent County | New Castle County | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | Sussex County | Date Posted: Friday, June 19, 2015

(Dover, DE) – In his weekly message, Governor Markell recognizes the vital role law enforcement officers play in keeping our communities safe. “We must remember how fortunate we are for the generations of men and women who have chosen to dedicate their lives to serving and protecting Delawareans,” said Governor Markell. “The greatest honor we […]




Delaware’s bio-science elite showcases innovations in translational medicine and oncology research

Department of State | International Trade and Development | Kent County | New Castle County | Newsroom | Sussex County | Date Posted: Friday, June 19, 2015

Distinguished Delaware physicians, scientists and entrepreneurs will meet with colleagues from around the world at the University of Delaware’s STAR campus to discuss exciting work being done in the fields of translational medicine and oncology research here in the State. Members of the international bio-science community will meet with Governor Jack Markell in the morning, followed […]




DelDOT Welcomes Fans to the Firefly Music Festival

Department of Transportation | Kent County | Date Posted: Thursday, June 18, 2015

The Department of Transportation (DelDOT) welcomes fans to Firefly Music Festival, at The Woodlands of Dover International Speedway in Dover June 18 through June 21, and offers traffic information throughout the event.