DNREC Confirms New State Records for Two Invasive Fish Species Increasingly Sought After by Anglers
Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | Division of Fish and Wildlife | Newsroom | Date Posted: Tuesday, July 22, 2025
DNREC recently confirmed state record catches for two invasive fish species. A 33-pound, 15.68-ounce Flathead Catfish was caught by Jason Wise of Bear, establishing the first state record for the species, while a 15-pound, 8-ounce Northern Snakehead, measuring 31.5 inches, was caught in June by Dyllan Rust of Harrington, surpassing the previous record for the species, established less than a month earlier, by 11 ounces.
Governor Meyer Signs Several Health-Related Bills Strengthening Protections for Overlooked Populations
Governor Matt Meyer | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Monday, July 21, 2025
WILMINGTON—Today, Governor Matt Meyer signed six bills aimed at supporting the healthcare of vulnerable populations, protecting Delawareans from harmful substances, and strengthening accountability in healthcare and housing. “Every Delawarean deserves the opportunity to live a safe, healthy, and dignified life,” said Governor Matt Meyer. “These new laws expand access to quality healthcare, ensure safer housing […]
DNREC Confirms New State Record Golden Tilefish
Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | Division of Fish and Wildlife | Newsroom | Date Posted: Friday, July 18, 2025
DNREC has certified a new state record for Golden Tilefish by Logan Smith of Dover after he reeled in a 56-pound 3.2-ounce specimen which measured 42.5-inches in length to surpass the previous record set in 2020 by nearly 3.5 pounds.
AG Jennings Secures over $96K Settlement Following HIV Drug Kickback Investigation
Department of Justice | Department of Justice Press Releases | Newsroom | Date Posted: Thursday, July 17, 2025
Delaware Attorney General Kathy Jennings announced on July 16, 2025, that Delaware has joined with other states and the federal government to reach an agreement in principle with an HIV drug manufacturer that will return $96,571.13 to Delaware’s Medicaid program. Gilead Sciences, Inc. (“Gilead”), a California-based pharmaceutical company, has agreed to settle allegations that the […]
EDGE 2.0 Informational Webinar Scheduled for July 23rd
Newsroom | Small Business | Date Posted: Wednesday, July 16, 2025
Excited to hear the details of EDGE 2.0? The Delaware Division of Small Business (DSB) will reveal them during a webinar on Wednesday July 23rd at 10 a.m.
