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Governor Meyer Opens Nominations For Governor’s Awards 

Governor Matt Meyer | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Monday, August 4, 2025

Governor Matt Meyer announced the launch of a webpage and form for members of the public to nominate individuals for various Governor’s Awards. The awards are intended to recognize extraordinary Delawareans whose service, leadership, or other contributions have positively impacted the First State.




Volunteers Sought for 38th Delaware Coastal Cleanup Saturday, Sept. 13

Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | Featured Posts | Newsroom | Date Posted: Monday, August 4, 2025

Volunteer registration is now open for the 38th annual Delaware Coastal Cleanup, set for Saturday, Sept. 13, at more than 45 sites statewide. Hosted by the Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control, this popular annual event invites volunteers to help maintain the state’s beaches and waterways from 9 a.m. to noon.




Governor Meyer Announces 2025 Delaware Women’s Hall Of Fame Inductees 

Department of Human Resources | Governor Matt Meyer | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Friday, August 1, 2025

WILMINGTON–  Today, Governor Matt Meyer proudly announced the 2025 inductees to the Delaware Women’s Hall of Fame. The Office of Women’s Advancement and Advocacy, a Division of the Delaware Department of Human Resources, and the Delaware Women’s Hall of Fame Committee received over 50 nominations this year. From this impressive pool, the Committee selected four outstanding women […]




DNREC Opens Applications for 2026 Community Environmental Project Fund Grants Through Aug. 31

Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | Newsroom | Date Posted: Friday, August 1, 2025

The DNREC Environmental Justice Office announced today it is accepting grant applications for the 2026 Community Environmental Project Fund (CEPF) through Aug. 31, 2025. Proposed environmental and recreation projects can range from $5,000 to $50,000, and any community or non-profit organization is eligible to apply for a CEPF grant. CEPF is funded by penalties assessed by DNREC for violations of the state’s environmental laws and regulations, and preference is given in the CEPF grant selection process to projects in communities within 2 miles of an environmental violation.




Unveiling of New State Historical Marker Honoring Rehoboth Beach Patrol

Delaware Public Archives | Department of State | Newsroom | Date Posted: Thursday, July 31, 2025

For over a century, the Rehoboth Beach Patrol has been more than just a line of defense between swimmers and the sea—it’s been a symbol of dedication, courage, and community spirit along Delaware’s coast. On Tuesday, August 5, 2025, at 9:00 a.m., that legacy will be officially recognized with the unveiling of a new State […]







  Category: Newsroom

Governor Meyer Opens Nominations For Governor’s Awards 

Governor Matt Meyer | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Monday, August 4, 2025

Governor Matt Meyer announced the launch of a webpage and form for members of the public to nominate individuals for various Governor’s Awards. The awards are intended to recognize extraordinary Delawareans whose service, leadership, or other contributions have positively impacted the First State.




Volunteers Sought for 38th Delaware Coastal Cleanup Saturday, Sept. 13

Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | Featured Posts | Newsroom | Date Posted: Monday, August 4, 2025

Volunteer registration is now open for the 38th annual Delaware Coastal Cleanup, set for Saturday, Sept. 13, at more than 45 sites statewide. Hosted by the Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control, this popular annual event invites volunteers to help maintain the state’s beaches and waterways from 9 a.m. to noon.




Governor Meyer Announces 2025 Delaware Women’s Hall Of Fame Inductees 

Department of Human Resources | Governor Matt Meyer | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Friday, August 1, 2025

WILMINGTON–  Today, Governor Matt Meyer proudly announced the 2025 inductees to the Delaware Women’s Hall of Fame. The Office of Women’s Advancement and Advocacy, a Division of the Delaware Department of Human Resources, and the Delaware Women’s Hall of Fame Committee received over 50 nominations this year. From this impressive pool, the Committee selected four outstanding women […]




DNREC Opens Applications for 2026 Community Environmental Project Fund Grants Through Aug. 31

Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | Newsroom | Date Posted: Friday, August 1, 2025

The DNREC Environmental Justice Office announced today it is accepting grant applications for the 2026 Community Environmental Project Fund (CEPF) through Aug. 31, 2025. Proposed environmental and recreation projects can range from $5,000 to $50,000, and any community or non-profit organization is eligible to apply for a CEPF grant. CEPF is funded by penalties assessed by DNREC for violations of the state’s environmental laws and regulations, and preference is given in the CEPF grant selection process to projects in communities within 2 miles of an environmental violation.




Unveiling of New State Historical Marker Honoring Rehoboth Beach Patrol

Delaware Public Archives | Department of State | Newsroom | Date Posted: Thursday, July 31, 2025

For over a century, the Rehoboth Beach Patrol has been more than just a line of defense between swimmers and the sea—it’s been a symbol of dedication, courage, and community spirit along Delaware’s coast. On Tuesday, August 5, 2025, at 9:00 a.m., that legacy will be officially recognized with the unveiling of a new State […]