Delawareans Can Buy Discounted Compost Bins Online Through State-Initiated Program
Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | Division of Waste and Hazardous Substances | Newsroom | Date Posted: Monday, May 6, 2024
Composting food scraps along with yard waste reduces waste going to Delaware’s landfills and produces organic material that can be used to enrich garden soil. DNREC is encouraging residents to try composting by promoting a community sale of compost bins online. Through strategic bulk purchasing, DNREC is able to offer compost bins, rain barrels and accessories at reduced prices, just in time for International Composting Awareness Week, May 6 to 12.
Governor Carney Commends State of Delaware Employees in Celebration of Public Service Recognition Week, May 5-11
Department of Human Resources | Former Governor John Carney (2017-2025) | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Monday, May 6, 2024
Governor John Carney honored Delaware state employees during Public Service Recognition Week, highlighting their dedication and exceptional contributions. The event, held at the Modern Maturity Center, celebrated the commitment of government workers to the welfare of Delaware communities.
Brutal jewelry store robbery and assault results in conviction on all charges
Department of Justice | Department of Justice Press Releases | Newsroom | Date Posted: Monday, May 6, 2024
A New Castle County jury has convicted Calvin Ushery on all charges, including first degree robbery and first degree assault, for the 2022 robbery of Solid Gold Jewelry and brutal assault of the then 67-year-old shop owner. On May 5, Ushery, 40, was convicted of Robbery First Degree, Assault First Degree, and Possession of a […]
DNREC, City of Wilmington Unveil Revamped 7th Street Boating and Fishing Access Area
Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | Division of Fish and Wildlife | New Castle County | Newsroom | Date Posted: Friday, May 3, 2024
The 7th Street Boating and Fishing Area on the Christina River has officially reopened to Wilmington’s Eastside community, with DNREC, in partnership with the city, celebrating the $2.9 million project with a ribbon-cutting ceremony in John Barbiarz Park, where the popular facility is located.
The Mezzanine Gallery to exhibit “15,000 Dowels” by Gregg Silvis
Delaware Division of the Arts | Department of State | New Castle County | Newsroom | Date Posted: Friday, May 3, 2024
Wilmington, Del. (May 3, 2024) – The Delaware Division of the Arts’ Mezzanine Gallery presents Gregg Silvis’ exhibition, “15,000 Dowels,” on view from May 3-31, 2024. Guests are invited to attend a Meet-the-Artist Reception on Friday, May 3 from 5:00-7:00 p.m. The title of the exhibition comes from the essential material in this body […]
