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2023 Delaware Finalists Announced for White House STEM Recognition

Department of Education | Newsroom | Date Posted: Wednesday, March 15, 2023

The Delaware Department of Education has named four Delaware teachers as state finalists for the 2023 Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching (PAEMST), the highest recognition that K-12 STEM teachers can receive for outstanding teaching in the United States. Finalists’ applications will now move forward to the national level for final selection of the 2023 PAEMST National Awardees. 




DNREC to Seek Community Water Project Proposals

Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | Division of Watershed Stewardship | Newsroom | Date Posted: Wednesday, March 15, 2023

The Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control encourages Delaware non-profit organizations, conservation districts, community organizations and homeowners’ associations to submit project proposals to be considered for matching grant funds from DNREC’s Community Water Quality Improvement Grants program.




Governor Carney Orders Lowering of Flags

Flag Status | Former Governor John Carney (2017-2025) | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Tuesday, March 14, 2023

WILMINGTON, Del. – In recognition and memory of Representative Donna Stone’s service to the State of Delaware, Governor Carney has ordered the Delaware flag at state buildings and facilities be flown at half-staff until sunset on Thursday, March 16, 2023. Governor Carney also released the following statement: “I was sad to learn of the passing of Representative […]




Former Seaford High School Employee Indicted For Child Sexual Abuse 

Department of Justice | Department of Justice Press Releases | Newsroom | Date Posted: Tuesday, March 14, 2023

DOJ, DSP seeking additional victims   A former Seaford High School employee faces six felony child sexual abuse charges under an indictment returned by a Sussex County jury, Attorney General Kathy Jennings announced Tuesday. Jerry Sodano, 52, of Bridgeville was charged Monday following an investigation into allegations of an illegal sexual relationship with a student at […]




Delaware Office of Highway Safety Reactivates SoberLift Program for St. Patrick’s Day

Department of Safety and Homeland Security | Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over | Impaired Driving | Newsroom | Office of Highway Safety | SoberLift | Date Posted: Tuesday, March 14, 2023

The Delaware Office of Highway Safety (OHS) is reactivating its SoberLift program and bringing awareness to the negative consequences of driving under the influence. In addition, OHS is continuing to partner with State and local law enforcement to conduct DUI patrols through March 19th.  If your plans for the holiday include alcohol, make sure you plan for a sober driver.







  Category: Newsroom

2023 Delaware Finalists Announced for White House STEM Recognition

Department of Education | Newsroom | Date Posted: Wednesday, March 15, 2023

The Delaware Department of Education has named four Delaware teachers as state finalists for the 2023 Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching (PAEMST), the highest recognition that K-12 STEM teachers can receive for outstanding teaching in the United States. Finalists’ applications will now move forward to the national level for final selection of the 2023 PAEMST National Awardees. 




DNREC to Seek Community Water Project Proposals

Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | Division of Watershed Stewardship | Newsroom | Date Posted: Wednesday, March 15, 2023

The Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control encourages Delaware non-profit organizations, conservation districts, community organizations and homeowners’ associations to submit project proposals to be considered for matching grant funds from DNREC’s Community Water Quality Improvement Grants program.




Governor Carney Orders Lowering of Flags

Flag Status | Former Governor John Carney (2017-2025) | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Tuesday, March 14, 2023

WILMINGTON, Del. – In recognition and memory of Representative Donna Stone’s service to the State of Delaware, Governor Carney has ordered the Delaware flag at state buildings and facilities be flown at half-staff until sunset on Thursday, March 16, 2023. Governor Carney also released the following statement: “I was sad to learn of the passing of Representative […]




Former Seaford High School Employee Indicted For Child Sexual Abuse 

Department of Justice | Department of Justice Press Releases | Newsroom | Date Posted: Tuesday, March 14, 2023

DOJ, DSP seeking additional victims   A former Seaford High School employee faces six felony child sexual abuse charges under an indictment returned by a Sussex County jury, Attorney General Kathy Jennings announced Tuesday. Jerry Sodano, 52, of Bridgeville was charged Monday following an investigation into allegations of an illegal sexual relationship with a student at […]




Delaware Office of Highway Safety Reactivates SoberLift Program for St. Patrick’s Day

Department of Safety and Homeland Security | Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over | Impaired Driving | Newsroom | Office of Highway Safety | SoberLift | Date Posted: Tuesday, March 14, 2023

The Delaware Office of Highway Safety (OHS) is reactivating its SoberLift program and bringing awareness to the negative consequences of driving under the influence. In addition, OHS is continuing to partner with State and local law enforcement to conduct DUI patrols through March 19th.  If your plans for the holiday include alcohol, make sure you plan for a sober driver.