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Five Dynamic Speakers Announced for 2023 Delaware Arts Summit

Delaware Division of the Arts | Department of State | Governor John Carney | Kent County | Lt. Governor Bethany Hall-Long | New Castle County | News | Sussex County | Date Posted: Monday, October 2, 2023

STATEWIDE, Del. (September 29, 2023) – The 2023 Delaware Arts Summit proudly presents an exceptional lineup of speakers who will inspire and enlighten 200 attendees. This year’s summit, taking place on October 9, promises to be a gathering of visionaries and enthusiasts in the arts and culture sector. With a focus on innovation, collaboration, and […]




Family Emergency Preparedness Day Canceled

Delaware Emergency Management Agency | Department of Safety and Homeland Security | Kent County | News | Date Posted: Thursday, September 21, 2023

The Family Emergency Preparedness Day event scheduled for Saturday, September 23 at Brecknock County Park in Camden, Delaware has been canceled due to expected inclement weather from a pending coastal storm. Out of an abundance of caution, officials from participating agencies determined that the threat of high winds and precipitation would make the event unsafe to both participants and attendees.




Family Emergency Preparedness Day is September 23

Delaware Emergency Management Agency | Department of Safety and Homeland Security | Kent County | News | Date Posted: Monday, September 18, 2023

The 17th annual Family Emergency Preparedness Day is on Saturday, September 23, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Brecknock County Park, 80 Old Camden Road, Camden, DE 19934. The event is rain or shine.

September is “National Preparedness Month,” and attendees can get a wealth of resources and information to enhance their emergency preparedness – all in a fun, family environment. Exhibitors will offer interactive activities, games, promo items, and safety-themed giveaways. Event highlights include appearances by Smokey Bear, Sparky the Fire Dog, and a vehicle extrication demo by the Camden -Wyoming Fire Company. The first 500 people who complete an activity challenge will get a free water ice from Kona Ice! For more information, contact DEMAPIO@delaware.gov




New Motorcycle Helmet Law Aims to Reduce Fatalities

Department of Transportation | Division of Motor Vehicles | Governor John Carney | Kent County | Motorcycle | New Castle County | News | Office of Highway Safety | Office of the Governor | Sussex County | Date Posted: Thursday, August 31, 2023

SB 86 will require anyone obtaining a new motorcycle endorsement starting September 1, 2023, to wear a helmet and eye protection during the first two years of their endorsement. A civil penalty will be assessed to those found to be in violation.




Registration Now Open for 2023 Delaware Arts Summit

Delaware Division of the Arts | Delaware Tourism Office | Department of State | Kent County | New Castle County | News | Sussex County | Date Posted: Monday, August 21, 2023

The Delaware Division of the Arts has announced that registration is now open for the highly anticipated 2023 Delaware Arts Summit, a momentous gathering of Delaware’s arts community including arts professionals, artists, creative minds, and art enthusiasts. This exciting event will take place on October 8 and 9 at the Hyatt Place in Dewey Beach, Delaware, and promises to be inspirational and enlightening.







  Category: Kent County

Five Dynamic Speakers Announced for 2023 Delaware Arts Summit

Delaware Division of the Arts | Department of State | Governor John Carney | Kent County | Lt. Governor Bethany Hall-Long | New Castle County | News | Sussex County | Date Posted: Monday, October 2, 2023

STATEWIDE, Del. (September 29, 2023) – The 2023 Delaware Arts Summit proudly presents an exceptional lineup of speakers who will inspire and enlighten 200 attendees. This year’s summit, taking place on October 9, promises to be a gathering of visionaries and enthusiasts in the arts and culture sector. With a focus on innovation, collaboration, and […]




Family Emergency Preparedness Day Canceled

Delaware Emergency Management Agency | Department of Safety and Homeland Security | Kent County | News | Date Posted: Thursday, September 21, 2023

The Family Emergency Preparedness Day event scheduled for Saturday, September 23 at Brecknock County Park in Camden, Delaware has been canceled due to expected inclement weather from a pending coastal storm. Out of an abundance of caution, officials from participating agencies determined that the threat of high winds and precipitation would make the event unsafe to both participants and attendees.




Family Emergency Preparedness Day is September 23

Delaware Emergency Management Agency | Department of Safety and Homeland Security | Kent County | News | Date Posted: Monday, September 18, 2023

The 17th annual Family Emergency Preparedness Day is on Saturday, September 23, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Brecknock County Park, 80 Old Camden Road, Camden, DE 19934. The event is rain or shine.

September is “National Preparedness Month,” and attendees can get a wealth of resources and information to enhance their emergency preparedness – all in a fun, family environment. Exhibitors will offer interactive activities, games, promo items, and safety-themed giveaways. Event highlights include appearances by Smokey Bear, Sparky the Fire Dog, and a vehicle extrication demo by the Camden -Wyoming Fire Company. The first 500 people who complete an activity challenge will get a free water ice from Kona Ice! For more information, contact DEMAPIO@delaware.gov




New Motorcycle Helmet Law Aims to Reduce Fatalities

Department of Transportation | Division of Motor Vehicles | Governor John Carney | Kent County | Motorcycle | New Castle County | News | Office of Highway Safety | Office of the Governor | Sussex County | Date Posted: Thursday, August 31, 2023

SB 86 will require anyone obtaining a new motorcycle endorsement starting September 1, 2023, to wear a helmet and eye protection during the first two years of their endorsement. A civil penalty will be assessed to those found to be in violation.




Registration Now Open for 2023 Delaware Arts Summit

Delaware Division of the Arts | Delaware Tourism Office | Department of State | Kent County | New Castle County | News | Sussex County | Date Posted: Monday, August 21, 2023

The Delaware Division of the Arts has announced that registration is now open for the highly anticipated 2023 Delaware Arts Summit, a momentous gathering of Delaware’s arts community including arts professionals, artists, creative minds, and art enthusiasts. This exciting event will take place on October 8 and 9 at the Hyatt Place in Dewey Beach, Delaware, and promises to be inspirational and enlightening.