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New Toll Rates Take Effect on Friday, August 15, 2025

Department of Transportation | Division of Motor Vehicles | Kent County | New Castle County | Newsroom | Sussex County | Date Posted: Thursday, August 14, 2025

The Delaware Department of Transportation (DelDOT) reminds drivers that toll increases take effect on Route 1, I-95, and US 301 at 12:00am on Friday, August 15, 2025. An online toll calculator is available for customers to view the new toll rates for their vehicles when traveling through the state. In addition to the toll rate […]




Governor Meyer Orders The Lowering Of Flags To Honor The Passing Of Former Governor Mike Castle

Flag Status | Governor Matt Meyer | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Thursday, August 14, 2025

To recognize former Governor Castle’s lifetime of service to the State of Delaware, Governor Meyer orders flags at all state-owned buildings and facilities to be flown at half-staff until sunset on Thursday, August 21. 




Governor Meyer Signs Senate Bill 4 Establishing an Inspector General’s Office

Governor Matt Meyer | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Thursday, August 14, 2025

WILMINGTON — Today, Governor Matt Meyer signed Senate Bill 4, creating a non‑partisan, independent Office of the Inspector General (OIG). The bill launches a new era in Delaware oversight and public accountability. “By establishing an independent watchdog with the authority to audit, investigate, and recommend reforms, we’re reinforcing our commitment to fiscal responsibility, rooting out […]




Kat’s Fancy Fastest of Four DSBF Elims

Delaware Standardbred Breeders’ Fund | Department of Agriculture | Newsroom | Date Posted: Thursday, August 14, 2025

HARRINGTON, DE – A quartet of $20,000 divisions of Delaware Standardbred Breeders Fund (DSBF) action for 3-year-old trotters headlined the Wednesday program over a sloppy racetrack. A pair of short fields in filly divisions started the 15-race program. Jane Dunavant’s Kat Fancy ($3.80, Cody Poliseno) was a 1:58 winner in the first split over Take […]




Explore the Archives’ New Interactive Historical Markers Map

Delaware Public Archives | Department of State | Newsroom | Date Posted: Thursday, August 14, 2025

The Delaware Public Archives is excited to announce the launch of an enhanced State of Delaware Historical Markers Map, now available on our website.







  Category: Newsroom

New Toll Rates Take Effect on Friday, August 15, 2025

Department of Transportation | Division of Motor Vehicles | Kent County | New Castle County | Newsroom | Sussex County | Date Posted: Thursday, August 14, 2025

The Delaware Department of Transportation (DelDOT) reminds drivers that toll increases take effect on Route 1, I-95, and US 301 at 12:00am on Friday, August 15, 2025. An online toll calculator is available for customers to view the new toll rates for their vehicles when traveling through the state. In addition to the toll rate […]




Governor Meyer Orders The Lowering Of Flags To Honor The Passing Of Former Governor Mike Castle

Flag Status | Governor Matt Meyer | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Thursday, August 14, 2025

To recognize former Governor Castle’s lifetime of service to the State of Delaware, Governor Meyer orders flags at all state-owned buildings and facilities to be flown at half-staff until sunset on Thursday, August 21. 




Governor Meyer Signs Senate Bill 4 Establishing an Inspector General’s Office

Governor Matt Meyer | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Thursday, August 14, 2025

WILMINGTON — Today, Governor Matt Meyer signed Senate Bill 4, creating a non‑partisan, independent Office of the Inspector General (OIG). The bill launches a new era in Delaware oversight and public accountability. “By establishing an independent watchdog with the authority to audit, investigate, and recommend reforms, we’re reinforcing our commitment to fiscal responsibility, rooting out […]




Kat’s Fancy Fastest of Four DSBF Elims

Delaware Standardbred Breeders’ Fund | Department of Agriculture | Newsroom | Date Posted: Thursday, August 14, 2025

HARRINGTON, DE – A quartet of $20,000 divisions of Delaware Standardbred Breeders Fund (DSBF) action for 3-year-old trotters headlined the Wednesday program over a sloppy racetrack. A pair of short fields in filly divisions started the 15-race program. Jane Dunavant’s Kat Fancy ($3.80, Cody Poliseno) was a 1:58 winner in the first split over Take […]




Explore the Archives’ New Interactive Historical Markers Map

Delaware Public Archives | Department of State | Newsroom | Date Posted: Thursday, August 14, 2025

The Delaware Public Archives is excited to announce the launch of an enhanced State of Delaware Historical Markers Map, now available on our website.