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  Category: New Castle County


DelDOT Congratulates Name That Plow Winners

Department of Education | Department of Transportation | Kent County | New Castle County | Newsroom | Sussex County | Date Posted: Thursday, February 6, 2025

After receiving our first accumulating snow in nearly two years, the Delaware Department of Transportation (DelDOT) is thrilled to announce the winners of this year’s “Name That Plow” contest! The creative and fun names submitted by elementary school students across Delaware are a testament to their imagination and appreciation for the dedicated work of DelDOT’s […]




State Offices in New Castle County to Open at 10AM; Kent and Sussex on Regular Schedule

Department of Human Resources | Governor Matt Meyer | Kent County | New Castle County | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | Sussex County | Weather | Date Posted: Thursday, February 6, 2025

On Thursday, February 6, 2025, State of Delaware offices in New Castle County will open at 10 a.m. Non-essential employees who live or work in New Castle County should report to work by 10 a.m. Essential employees designated for severe weather are to report as scheduled. State of Delaware offices in Kent and Sussex Counties […]




Delaware Division of the Arts Announce 2025 Individual Artist Fellowship Awardees

Delaware Division of the Arts | Department of State | Governor Matt Meyer | Historical and Cultural Affairs | Kent County | Lt. Governor Kyle Evans Gay | New Castle County | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | Office of the Lieutenant Governor | Sussex County | Date Posted: Wednesday, January 29, 2025

The Delaware Division of the Arts is proud to recognize 21 exceptional Delaware artists as the 2025 Individual Artist Fellows, awarding a total of $158,000 to support their creative pursuits. This year’s application cycle saw an unprecedented 191 applications from musicians, writers, and folk, media, and visual artists across the state.




Delaware Division of the Arts Announces 12 Finalists for Delaware’s 2025 Poetry Out Loud State Finals

Delaware Division of the Arts | Department of Education | Department of State | Governor Matt Meyer | Kent County | Lt. Governor Kyle Evans Gay | New Castle County | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | Office of the Lieutenant Governor | Sussex County | Date Posted: Wednesday, January 22, 2025

Twelve students to compete to advance to the National Finals in Washington, DC   Wilmington, Del. (January 22, 2025) – Delaware’s Poetry Out Loud State Finals returns to the Smyrna Opera House on Thursday, February 20, 2025, at 6:00pm. Twelve student finalists will compete for the opportunity to represent Delaware and advance to the National […]




State Agencies Preparing for Major Winter Storm

Delaware Emergency Management Agency | Department of Safety and Homeland Security | Department of Transportation | Former Governor John Carney (2017-2025) | Kent County | New Castle County | Newsroom | Sussex County | Weather | Date Posted: Sunday, January 5, 2025

The Delaware Department of Transportation (DelDOT), Delaware Emergency Management Agency (DEMA), and other agencies are preparing for a major winter storm that is expected to impact the state starting Sunday night. The National Weather Service has issued a winter storm watch with 5 to 10 inches or more of snow expected by Tuesday morning. Heavier snow could begin Monday around 6 a.m., with snowfall rates of one inch an hour possible. Cold temperatures and gusty winds will make travel difficult, especially during the morning and evening commutes.

Governor John Carney has activated the Delaware National Guard to support storm response operations. DEMA is also activating its Emergency Operations Center in Smyrna and coordinating with state, county, and local partners to meet ongoing needs for the duration of the event. State officials could also issue driving restrictions such as a Level 1 Driving Warning, which cautions motorists of adverse weather conditions and urges them to stay off the road if possible. Motorists are asked to use caution and common sense if driving is necessary.







  Category: New Castle County

DelDOT Congratulates Name That Plow Winners

Department of Education | Department of Transportation | Kent County | New Castle County | Newsroom | Sussex County | Date Posted: Thursday, February 6, 2025

After receiving our first accumulating snow in nearly two years, the Delaware Department of Transportation (DelDOT) is thrilled to announce the winners of this year’s “Name That Plow” contest! The creative and fun names submitted by elementary school students across Delaware are a testament to their imagination and appreciation for the dedicated work of DelDOT’s […]




State Offices in New Castle County to Open at 10AM; Kent and Sussex on Regular Schedule

Department of Human Resources | Governor Matt Meyer | Kent County | New Castle County | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | Sussex County | Weather | Date Posted: Thursday, February 6, 2025

On Thursday, February 6, 2025, State of Delaware offices in New Castle County will open at 10 a.m. Non-essential employees who live or work in New Castle County should report to work by 10 a.m. Essential employees designated for severe weather are to report as scheduled. State of Delaware offices in Kent and Sussex Counties […]




Delaware Division of the Arts Announce 2025 Individual Artist Fellowship Awardees

Delaware Division of the Arts | Department of State | Governor Matt Meyer | Historical and Cultural Affairs | Kent County | Lt. Governor Kyle Evans Gay | New Castle County | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | Office of the Lieutenant Governor | Sussex County | Date Posted: Wednesday, January 29, 2025

The Delaware Division of the Arts is proud to recognize 21 exceptional Delaware artists as the 2025 Individual Artist Fellows, awarding a total of $158,000 to support their creative pursuits. This year’s application cycle saw an unprecedented 191 applications from musicians, writers, and folk, media, and visual artists across the state.




Delaware Division of the Arts Announces 12 Finalists for Delaware’s 2025 Poetry Out Loud State Finals

Delaware Division of the Arts | Department of Education | Department of State | Governor Matt Meyer | Kent County | Lt. Governor Kyle Evans Gay | New Castle County | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | Office of the Lieutenant Governor | Sussex County | Date Posted: Wednesday, January 22, 2025

Twelve students to compete to advance to the National Finals in Washington, DC   Wilmington, Del. (January 22, 2025) – Delaware’s Poetry Out Loud State Finals returns to the Smyrna Opera House on Thursday, February 20, 2025, at 6:00pm. Twelve student finalists will compete for the opportunity to represent Delaware and advance to the National […]




State Agencies Preparing for Major Winter Storm

Delaware Emergency Management Agency | Department of Safety and Homeland Security | Department of Transportation | Former Governor John Carney (2017-2025) | Kent County | New Castle County | Newsroom | Sussex County | Weather | Date Posted: Sunday, January 5, 2025

The Delaware Department of Transportation (DelDOT), Delaware Emergency Management Agency (DEMA), and other agencies are preparing for a major winter storm that is expected to impact the state starting Sunday night. The National Weather Service has issued a winter storm watch with 5 to 10 inches or more of snow expected by Tuesday morning. Heavier snow could begin Monday around 6 a.m., with snowfall rates of one inch an hour possible. Cold temperatures and gusty winds will make travel difficult, especially during the morning and evening commutes.

Governor John Carney has activated the Delaware National Guard to support storm response operations. DEMA is also activating its Emergency Operations Center in Smyrna and coordinating with state, county, and local partners to meet ongoing needs for the duration of the event. State officials could also issue driving restrictions such as a Level 1 Driving Warning, which cautions motorists of adverse weather conditions and urges them to stay off the road if possible. Motorists are asked to use caution and common sense if driving is necessary.