Delaware’s 2022 Farmers Markets Hit All-time High Sales Record
Department of Agriculture | Newsroom | Date Posted: Tuesday, January 10, 2023
During the Farmers Market Managers Summit held during Delaware Ag Week today, the Delaware Department of Agriculture (DDA) announced that last year’s farmers markets hit an all-time high sales record of $3.7 million.
Funding Available for Delaware Communities Seeking to Improve Tree Canopy
Department of Agriculture | Forest Service | Newsroom | Urban and Community Forestry | Date Posted: Monday, January 9, 2023
The urban forestry grant program helps communities harness the numerous natural benefits of trees: cleaner air and water, energy savings, increased property values, civic pride, and reduced storm water runoff and flooding. Funding is provided by the U.S. Forest Service and state funds.
Governor Carney Formally Extends Public Health Emergency
Former Governor John Carney (2017-2025) | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Friday, January 6, 2023
WILMINGTON, Del. – Governor Carney on Friday formally extended the Public Health Emergency order another 30 days. “For the past two years, we have seen COVID-19 cases peak in early January after the holidays. It’s important we keep doing what we know that works to protect our community,” said Governor Carney. “If you are feeling sick or have symptoms, please stay home. If […]
DMV Unveils New Virtual Lobby
Department of Transportation | Division of Motor Vehicles | Kent County | New Castle County | Newsroom | Sussex County | Date Posted: Friday, January 6, 2023
The Delaware Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) invites customers to utilize its newest feature, the DMV virtual lobby. The virtual lobby can be accessed via Plan & Scan mobile ticketing. Customers interested in waiting in their vehicles vs waiting inside a DMV location can simply scan the QR code upon arrival. QR codes can be […]
DNREC Shuts Down Polly Drummond Yard Waste Site Following a Second Suspicious Ground Fire in a Week
Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | Division of Waste and Hazardous Substances | Newsroom | Date Posted: Thursday, January 5, 2023
The Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control announced today that a second ground fire of unknown origin at the Polly Drummond yard waste site within a week’s time has caused DNREC to shut the northern New Castle County site until further notice.
