Delaware Participates in National Crackdown on Drunk Driving
Department of Safety and Homeland Security | Kent County | New Castle County | Newsroom | Office of Highway Safety | Sussex County | Date Posted: Wednesday, August 13, 2014
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), if drunk driving was eliminated more than 10,000 lives would be spared nationally each year. That is why the Delaware Office of Highway Safety (OHS) and law enforcement agencies are participating in the national “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” high-visibility enforcement campaign that is running from August 15 through September 1.
Experienced prosecutor to lead Attorney General’s Kent County office
Criminal Division | Department of Justice | Department of Justice Press Releases | Kent County | Date Posted: Monday, August 11, 2014
Attorney General Beau Biden today announced that Stephen Welch has been named to the position of Chief Kent County Prosecutor.
Governor’s Weekly Message: Spurring Economic Activity through Downtown Development Districts
Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Kent County | New Castle County | Sussex County | Date Posted: Friday, August 8, 2014
Governor Markell announces the application process is open for cities and towns to participate in the Downtown Development Districts program, with applications due by November 1.
Delaware Forest Service offering urban and community grants
Department of Agriculture | Forest Service | Kent County | New Castle County | Sussex County | Date Posted: Wednesday, August 6, 2014
The Delaware Forest Service Urban and Community Forestry Program is accepting applications for its 2014 grant program from municipalities, homeowner associations, and certified 501(c)(3) non-profit groups in Delaware.
Grants range from $1,000 to $5,000 for either tree planting or tree management projects and require a 50-50 cost-share match in cash or in-kind services. Projects must be performed on public land and only one project in one category by each applicant is permitted. Applications will be judged on a competitive basis by a committee of the Delaware Community Forestry Council. Deadline for submission is September 15, 2014.
The Tory raid on John Dickinson’s home and traditional weaving activities to be featured at Dover, Del.’s John Dickinson Plantation in August 2014
Historical and Cultural Affairs | Kent County | Newsroom | Date Posted: Monday, August 4, 2014
During the month of August 2014, the home of the “Penman of the Revolution” will present six special programs that explore different aspects of everyday life as it would have been lived during the 18th century when John Dickinson was in residence at the property.
