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DNREC Closes The Point at Cape Henlopen March 1 to Protect Nesting, Migrating Birds

Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | Division of Fish and Wildlife | Division of Parks and Recreation | Newsroom | Date Posted: Thursday, February 26, 2026

The Point at Cape Henlopen State Park will close on March 1 to protect nesting birds, like the federally-threatened piping plover, and other migrating species.




Natalia Gatti Named 2026 Delaware State Champion for Poetry Out Loud

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: Thursday, February 26, 2026

Sussex Academy tenth grader will represent the First State at the Poetry Out Loud National Finals in Washington, D.C., April 27–29.   Statewide, Del. (February 26, 2026) – “I believe that poetry is freedom. It is freedom of self, of expression, of love — and I believe that my poetry is my dignity. I believe […]




DHSS, DNREC Reopen PFAS Awareness and Outreach Grant Opportunity Through March 27

Delaware Health and Social Services | Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | Division of Public Health | Division of Waste and Hazardous Substances | Newsroom | Date Posted: Wednesday, February 25, 2026

DHSS/Division of Public Health and DNREC are reopening a grant opportunity for community outreach and awareness about PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances), with a focus on underserved communities and historically industrial areas or areas impacted by PFAS contamination. Grant applications will be accepted through 11:59 p.m. EDT March 27. The outreach and awareness grant is funded through DHSS with Delaware PFAS Settlement Funds.




Diverse Histories Virtual Exhibit Launches, Expanding Delaware’s Story Beyond 1776

Delaware Heritage Commission | Delaware Public Archives | Department of State | Newsroom | Date Posted: Wednesday, February 25, 2026

As Delaware prepares to commemorate the 250th anniversary of American independence, a new virtual exhibit is broadening the story of the First State—looking beyond a single moment in 1776 to the people and communities who shaped Delaware across centuries.   Delaware 250 has officially launched the Delaware’s Diverse Histories virtual exhibit, an online experience that […]




Governor Matt Meyer Announces 302 Day Service Projects Statewide

Governor Matt Meyer | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Tuesday, February 24, 2026

Delawareans are encouraged to participate in a community service project near them  WILMINGTON — Governor Matt Meyer announced today that on Monday, March 2, 2026, Delawareans across the state will come together to celebrate 302 Day with a coordinated day of service. This year’s 302 Day will be organized in tandem with Delaware 250, commemorating the state’s 250th anniversary. 302 Day 2026 will highlight volunteerism, environmental stewardship, and community support, […]







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DNREC Closes The Point at Cape Henlopen March 1 to Protect Nesting, Migrating Birds

Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | Division of Fish and Wildlife | Division of Parks and Recreation | Newsroom | Date Posted: Thursday, February 26, 2026

The Point at Cape Henlopen State Park will close on March 1 to protect nesting birds, like the federally-threatened piping plover, and other migrating species.




Natalia Gatti Named 2026 Delaware State Champion for Poetry Out Loud

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: Thursday, February 26, 2026

Sussex Academy tenth grader will represent the First State at the Poetry Out Loud National Finals in Washington, D.C., April 27–29.   Statewide, Del. (February 26, 2026) – “I believe that poetry is freedom. It is freedom of self, of expression, of love — and I believe that my poetry is my dignity. I believe […]




DHSS, DNREC Reopen PFAS Awareness and Outreach Grant Opportunity Through March 27

Delaware Health and Social Services | Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | Division of Public Health | Division of Waste and Hazardous Substances | Newsroom | Date Posted: Wednesday, February 25, 2026

DHSS/Division of Public Health and DNREC are reopening a grant opportunity for community outreach and awareness about PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances), with a focus on underserved communities and historically industrial areas or areas impacted by PFAS contamination. Grant applications will be accepted through 11:59 p.m. EDT March 27. The outreach and awareness grant is funded through DHSS with Delaware PFAS Settlement Funds.




Diverse Histories Virtual Exhibit Launches, Expanding Delaware’s Story Beyond 1776

Delaware Heritage Commission | Delaware Public Archives | Department of State | Newsroom | Date Posted: Wednesday, February 25, 2026

As Delaware prepares to commemorate the 250th anniversary of American independence, a new virtual exhibit is broadening the story of the First State—looking beyond a single moment in 1776 to the people and communities who shaped Delaware across centuries.   Delaware 250 has officially launched the Delaware’s Diverse Histories virtual exhibit, an online experience that […]




Governor Matt Meyer Announces 302 Day Service Projects Statewide

Governor Matt Meyer | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Tuesday, February 24, 2026

Delawareans are encouraged to participate in a community service project near them  WILMINGTON — Governor Matt Meyer announced today that on Monday, March 2, 2026, Delawareans across the state will come together to celebrate 302 Day with a coordinated day of service. This year’s 302 Day will be organized in tandem with Delaware 250, commemorating the state’s 250th anniversary. 302 Day 2026 will highlight volunteerism, environmental stewardship, and community support, […]