Delaware Forest Service Celebrates Arbor Day 2026
Department of Agriculture | Forest Service | Newsroom | Urban and Community Forestry | Date Posted: Friday, April 24, 2026
Arbor Day is celebrated annually on the last Friday in April, serving as a reminder of the vital role trees play in improving air and water quality, supporting wildlife habitat, strengthening communities, and enhancing the quality of life for all Delawareans. The Delaware Forest Service (DFS), within the Delaware Department of Agriculture, continues to advance […]
Odessa High School FFA and Agriscience Team Wins 2026 Delaware Envirothon Championship Second Year in a Row
Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | Newsroom | Date Posted: Thursday, April 23, 2026
Odessa High School celebrated earning first place for the second straight year in the 2026 Delaware Envirothon Championship today, held at Sussex Academy. Held for a milestone 30 years in the First State, Envirothon is an education competition sponsored by the DNREC, open to high school students statewide.
Governor Meyer Announces Summer 2026 Internship Program
Governor Matt Meyer | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Thursday, April 23, 2026
WILMINGTON – Today, Governor Matt Meyer announced that his office is now accepting applications for its summer internship program. “We’re excited to launch our office’s Summer 2026 internship program, giving students from across Delaware critical knowledge about what it takes to manage state government,” Governor Matt Meyer said. “We’re looking for folks who understand the importance of […]
DDA reminds everyone to enjoy Delaware Grown products as First State farmers markets, farm stands open
Department of Agriculture | Newsroom | Date Posted: Thursday, April 23, 2026
Food Products Inspection section ensures proper storage, handling, labeling As the First State puts a colder-than-normal winter season in the rear-view mirror and looks forward to traditional summer fun, the Delaware Department of Agriculture (DDA) is reminding everyone that many farmers markets and farm stands are opening soon, featuring a variety of Delaware Grown produce […]
DOJ secures guilty verdicts in 2023 murder case
Department of Justice | Department of Justice Press Releases | Newsroom | Date Posted: Thursday, April 23, 2026
A Wilmington man has been found guilty on all charges for his role in the 2023 death of Quinton Turner. Andra Manuel, 50, was convicted on April 17, 2026, by a Superior Court jury on charges of Murder First Degree, Felony Murder First Degree, Robbery First Degree, and three charges of Possession of a Firearm […]
