Governor Carney Formally Extends Public Health Emergency
Division of Public Health | Former Governor John Carney (2017-2025) | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Thursday, October 13, 2022
WILMINGTON, Del. – Governor Carney on Thursday formally extended the Public Health Emergency order another 30 days to allow the State of Delaware and medical providers to continue COVID-19 vaccination and testing programs. “It’s important that we keep doing the things we know that work,” said Governor Carney. “Stay home if you’re sick and get tested. Get vaccinated and […]
Disability History and Awareness Month Poster Contest- Deadline Extended to November 30, 2022
Governor's Advisory Council for Exceptional Citizens | Newsroom | Date Posted: Thursday, October 13, 2022
The theme of this year’s poster contest is “Better Together!” The deadline to enter has been changed to November 30, 2022. Click the link to learn more details and complete the form to enter the contest https://gacec.delaware.gov/poster-contest/
DNREC Seeks Entries for Delaware Watersheds Photo Contest
Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | Division of Watershed Stewardship | Newsroom | Date Posted: Thursday, October 13, 2022
Photographers of all ages and skill levels are invited to participate in the Delaware Watersheds Photo Contest. Hosted by the Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control, the contest will share the beauty of Delaware’s diverse environment while acting as a vivid reminder that everything that happens on land directly affects what happens in our waterways.
Dept. of Ag Reminds Seniors and WIC Participants to Utilize Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program Benefits by October 31
Department of Agriculture | Division of Public Health | Newsroom | Date Posted: Wednesday, October 12, 2022
While the hustle and bustle of summer may be over, Fall is the perfect time to get out and visit Delaware farmers’ markets and on-farm markets to access fresh fruits and vegetables. Many of these venues will be open until right before Thanksgiving; however, the Delaware Department of Agriculture (DDA) reminds seniors and WIC participants with Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program vouchers to spend these by October 31.
Milford Teacher Named Delaware 2023 Teacher of the Year
Department of Education | Newsroom | Date Posted: Tuesday, October 11, 2022
A fifth-grade teacher from the Milford School District is Delaware’s 2023 State Teacher of the Year. Ashley Lockwood of LuLu Ross Elementary School now is Delaware’s nominee for National Teacher of the Year. She will use her position to advocate for historically underserved populations of students.
