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  Category: New Castle County


Warning: Be Cautious of Predatory Practices related to Social Equity Licenses

Department of Safety and Homeland Security | Kent County | New Castle County | Office of the Governor | Sussex County | The Office of the Marijuana Commissioner | Date Posted: Tuesday, July 2, 2024

The Office of the Marijuana Commissioner (OMC) has received reports of out-of-state entities contacting potential social equity applicants in Delaware. These entities may be trying to trick you into paying for help securing a social equity license.   The OMC does not endorse these activities and is working to investigate them, partnering with the Department […]




Groundbreaking Study Reveals Economic and Social Impact of Non-Profit Arts and Culture Sector in Delaware

Delaware Division of the Arts | Governor John Carney | Historical and Cultural Affairs | Kent County | New Castle County | News | Sussex County | The Economy | Date Posted: Monday, July 1, 2024

  Arts & Economic Prosperity 6 Study Highlights Vital Role of Arts and Culture in Building More Livable Communities Around the Country   Wilmington, Del. (July 1, 2024) – The Delaware Division of the Arts today announced that Delaware’s nonprofit arts and culture industry generated $209.5 million in economic activity in 2022, according to the […]




Electronic Speed Safety Program to begin in I-95/Route 896 Construction Zone

Department of Safety and Homeland Security | Department of Transportation | New Castle County | News | Office of Highway Safety | Office of Highway Safety | Date Posted: Tuesday, June 18, 2024

The Delaware Department of Transportation (DelDOT) in partnership with the Delaware State Police announce that beginning Monday, July 8, 2024, the Electronic Speed Safety Program (ESSP) will be active in the I-95/Route 896 construction zone in Newark and will last until the end of the project.




The Office of the Marijuana Commissioner launched the Social Equity Eligibility Validation Application and DIA Map

Department of Safety and Homeland Security | Kent County | New Castle County | Sussex County | The Office of the Marijuana Commissioner | Date Posted: Tuesday, June 18, 2024

The Office of the Marijuana Commissioner (OMC) is pleased to announce the launch of the Social Equity Eligibility Validation Application and Disproportionately Impacted Areas (DIA) Map OMC is responsible for implementing the Marijuana Control Act in Delaware, which includes a Social Equity License program. Individuals interested in applying for a social equity license must first […]




May is Motorcycle Awareness Month

Department of Transportation | Division of Motor Vehicles | Kent County | Motorcycle | New Castle County | News | Office of the Governor | Sussex County | Date Posted: Monday, May 6, 2024

Drivers, do your part and give motorcyclists extra room to stop and maneuver. Always look out for motorcyclists when turning, changing lanes, and at intersections.

Motorcyclists, make yourselves visible by always using your headlights. Wear protective clothing and dress for a crash, not just the ride, and never travel in a vehicle’s blindsight.







  Category: New Castle County

Warning: Be Cautious of Predatory Practices related to Social Equity Licenses

Department of Safety and Homeland Security | Kent County | New Castle County | Office of the Governor | Sussex County | The Office of the Marijuana Commissioner | Date Posted: Tuesday, July 2, 2024

The Office of the Marijuana Commissioner (OMC) has received reports of out-of-state entities contacting potential social equity applicants in Delaware. These entities may be trying to trick you into paying for help securing a social equity license.   The OMC does not endorse these activities and is working to investigate them, partnering with the Department […]




Groundbreaking Study Reveals Economic and Social Impact of Non-Profit Arts and Culture Sector in Delaware

Delaware Division of the Arts | Governor John Carney | Historical and Cultural Affairs | Kent County | New Castle County | News | Sussex County | The Economy | Date Posted: Monday, July 1, 2024

  Arts & Economic Prosperity 6 Study Highlights Vital Role of Arts and Culture in Building More Livable Communities Around the Country   Wilmington, Del. (July 1, 2024) – The Delaware Division of the Arts today announced that Delaware’s nonprofit arts and culture industry generated $209.5 million in economic activity in 2022, according to the […]




Electronic Speed Safety Program to begin in I-95/Route 896 Construction Zone

Department of Safety and Homeland Security | Department of Transportation | New Castle County | News | Office of Highway Safety | Office of Highway Safety | Date Posted: Tuesday, June 18, 2024

The Delaware Department of Transportation (DelDOT) in partnership with the Delaware State Police announce that beginning Monday, July 8, 2024, the Electronic Speed Safety Program (ESSP) will be active in the I-95/Route 896 construction zone in Newark and will last until the end of the project.




The Office of the Marijuana Commissioner launched the Social Equity Eligibility Validation Application and DIA Map

Department of Safety and Homeland Security | Kent County | New Castle County | Sussex County | The Office of the Marijuana Commissioner | Date Posted: Tuesday, June 18, 2024

The Office of the Marijuana Commissioner (OMC) is pleased to announce the launch of the Social Equity Eligibility Validation Application and Disproportionately Impacted Areas (DIA) Map OMC is responsible for implementing the Marijuana Control Act in Delaware, which includes a Social Equity License program. Individuals interested in applying for a social equity license must first […]




May is Motorcycle Awareness Month

Department of Transportation | Division of Motor Vehicles | Kent County | Motorcycle | New Castle County | News | Office of the Governor | Sussex County | Date Posted: Monday, May 6, 2024

Drivers, do your part and give motorcyclists extra room to stop and maneuver. Always look out for motorcyclists when turning, changing lanes, and at intersections.

Motorcyclists, make yourselves visible by always using your headlights. Wear protective clothing and dress for a crash, not just the ride, and never travel in a vehicle’s blindsight.