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Governor Matt Meyer Expands Delaware LGBTQ+ Commission

Governor Matt Meyer | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Thursday, March 26, 2026

Appoints Six New Members from Across the State  DOVER — Governor Matt Meyer announced today additional appointees to the Delaware LGBTQ+ Commission, strengthening its ability to more fully represent and serve Delawareans across the state.  “The Delaware LGBTQ+ Commission plays a critical role in ensuring that all Delawareans are seen, heard, and protected,” said Governor Matt Meyer. “Now more than ever, it is vital that our […]




Emergency Sirens Test on Tuesday, April 7

Delaware Emergency Management Agency | Delaware State Police | Department of Safety and Homeland Security | Newsroom | Date Posted: Wednesday, March 25, 2026

SMYRNA, Del. – The Delaware Emergency Management Agency (DEMA), the Delaware State Police, and  Public Service Enterprise Group Inc. (PSEG), will conduct a quarterly test of the Salem/Hope Creek Nuclear Generating Stations Alert and Notification system on Tuesday, April 7 at 7:20 p.m. There are 37 sirens in Delaware located within a 10-mile radius of […]




Governor Matt Meyer Announces Major Broadband Milestone for Delaware

Department of Technology and Information | Governor Matt Meyer | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Wednesday, March 25, 2026

Nearly $27.8 million in federal funds secured  DOVER – Governor Matt Meyer and the Delaware Department of Technology and Information (DTI) today announced federal approval of Delaware’s comprehensive plan to expand high-speed broadband infrastructure to more than 4,728 unserved and underserved homes and businesses.   This milestone, made possible through the federal Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment […]




Governor Meyer Orders Lowering of Flags to Honor Former State Senator Nancy Cook

Flag Status | Governor Matt Meyer | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Monday, March 23, 2026

WILMINGTON — Today, Delaware Governor Matt Meyer ordered all flags at state buildings and facilities to be flown at half-staff to honor the life and legacy of former State Senator Nancy Cook, who passed away on March 23, 2026, at the age of 89.  Governor Meyer issued the following statement to remember Senator Cook:  “Delaware […]




DOJ announces arrest of Delmar officer in stalking, sexual contact investigations

Department of Justice | Department of Justice Press Releases | Newsroom | Date Posted: Monday, March 23, 2026

A Delmar police officer has been arrested on a number of criminal charges.    On March 18, 2026, Darrell T. Powell was arrested on 2 charges of Official Misconduct and Unlawful Sexual Contact, as well as charges of Stalking and Offensive Touching. The arrest follows an investigation by the Seaford Police Department.      “No one, regardless of their profession, is […]







  Category: Newsroom

Governor Matt Meyer Expands Delaware LGBTQ+ Commission

Governor Matt Meyer | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Thursday, March 26, 2026

Appoints Six New Members from Across the State  DOVER — Governor Matt Meyer announced today additional appointees to the Delaware LGBTQ+ Commission, strengthening its ability to more fully represent and serve Delawareans across the state.  “The Delaware LGBTQ+ Commission plays a critical role in ensuring that all Delawareans are seen, heard, and protected,” said Governor Matt Meyer. “Now more than ever, it is vital that our […]




Emergency Sirens Test on Tuesday, April 7

Delaware Emergency Management Agency | Delaware State Police | Department of Safety and Homeland Security | Newsroom | Date Posted: Wednesday, March 25, 2026

SMYRNA, Del. – The Delaware Emergency Management Agency (DEMA), the Delaware State Police, and  Public Service Enterprise Group Inc. (PSEG), will conduct a quarterly test of the Salem/Hope Creek Nuclear Generating Stations Alert and Notification system on Tuesday, April 7 at 7:20 p.m. There are 37 sirens in Delaware located within a 10-mile radius of […]




Governor Matt Meyer Announces Major Broadband Milestone for Delaware

Department of Technology and Information | Governor Matt Meyer | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Wednesday, March 25, 2026

Nearly $27.8 million in federal funds secured  DOVER – Governor Matt Meyer and the Delaware Department of Technology and Information (DTI) today announced federal approval of Delaware’s comprehensive plan to expand high-speed broadband infrastructure to more than 4,728 unserved and underserved homes and businesses.   This milestone, made possible through the federal Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment […]




Governor Meyer Orders Lowering of Flags to Honor Former State Senator Nancy Cook

Flag Status | Governor Matt Meyer | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Monday, March 23, 2026

WILMINGTON — Today, Delaware Governor Matt Meyer ordered all flags at state buildings and facilities to be flown at half-staff to honor the life and legacy of former State Senator Nancy Cook, who passed away on March 23, 2026, at the age of 89.  Governor Meyer issued the following statement to remember Senator Cook:  “Delaware […]




DOJ announces arrest of Delmar officer in stalking, sexual contact investigations

Department of Justice | Department of Justice Press Releases | Newsroom | Date Posted: Monday, March 23, 2026

A Delmar police officer has been arrested on a number of criminal charges.    On March 18, 2026, Darrell T. Powell was arrested on 2 charges of Official Misconduct and Unlawful Sexual Contact, as well as charges of Stalking and Offensive Touching. The arrest follows an investigation by the Seaford Police Department.      “No one, regardless of their profession, is […]