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Applications Now Open for the 2016 Delaware Seashore Poetry & Prose Writers’ Retreat

Delaware Division of the Arts | Department of State | Kent County | New Castle County | News | Sussex County | Date Posted: Monday, May 16, 2016

The Delaware Division of the Arts is pleased to announce that applications are now open for the 2016 Delaware Seashore Poetry and Prose Writers’ Retreat. The retreat will be held from November 3 – 6, 2016 at the Cottages at Indian River Marina, Rehoboth Beach, Delaware and is open to Delaware residents over the age […]




Memorial Day Services: May 28th & May 30th

Kent County | New Castle County | News | Office of Veterans Services | Sussex County | Date Posted: Friday, May 13, 2016

When/Where: Saturday, May 28th, 2016 @ 10:30AM  Parade Field Grounds of the Delaware Veterans Memorial Cemetery, 2465 Chesapeake CityRoad, Bear, DE 19701. When/Where: Monday, May 30th, 2016 @ 10:30AM   War Memorial Plaza, Delaware Memorial Bridge, New Castle, DE 19721.  There are countless quotes and statements that display the gratitude many have for our service members who paid the ultimate price […]




Governor Markell Proclaims National Emergency Medical Services Week (May 15-21, 2016)

Delaware Health and Social Services | Division of Public Health | News | Date Posted: Friday, May 13, 2016

In appreciation of the service and dedication of Delaware’s Emergency Medical Services (EMS) personnel, Governor Jack Markell proclaimed May 15 – 21, 2016 as National Emergency Medical Services Week.




Governor’s Weekly Message Transcript: Empowering Delawareans to be Financially Literate and Grow Our Economy

Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | News | Date Posted: Friday, May 13, 2016

Delaware’s economy continues to get stronger, with a low unemployment rate and record job creation that leads the region. But at a time of rapid economic changes, many people continue to struggle with financial insecurity. A recent study found more than 60 percent of Americans are not prepared to handle even minor unexpected expenses. Financial insecurity limits opportunities for home ownership, higher education, and retirement savings. It impacts employers and the broader community, and puts a strain on government assistance programs.




Commissioner Stewart Joins Fellow Regulators in DC Meeting with Members of Congress

Captive Insurance | Insurance Commissioner | News | Date Posted: Thursday, May 12, 2016

Insurance Commissioner Karen Weldin Stewart and fellow members of the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) were in Washington, D.C. this week to discuss insurance issues with members of Congress.







  Category: News

Applications Now Open for the 2016 Delaware Seashore Poetry & Prose Writers’ Retreat

Delaware Division of the Arts | Department of State | Kent County | New Castle County | News | Sussex County | Date Posted: Monday, May 16, 2016

The Delaware Division of the Arts is pleased to announce that applications are now open for the 2016 Delaware Seashore Poetry and Prose Writers’ Retreat. The retreat will be held from November 3 – 6, 2016 at the Cottages at Indian River Marina, Rehoboth Beach, Delaware and is open to Delaware residents over the age […]




Memorial Day Services: May 28th & May 30th

Kent County | New Castle County | News | Office of Veterans Services | Sussex County | Date Posted: Friday, May 13, 2016

When/Where: Saturday, May 28th, 2016 @ 10:30AM  Parade Field Grounds of the Delaware Veterans Memorial Cemetery, 2465 Chesapeake CityRoad, Bear, DE 19701. When/Where: Monday, May 30th, 2016 @ 10:30AM   War Memorial Plaza, Delaware Memorial Bridge, New Castle, DE 19721.  There are countless quotes and statements that display the gratitude many have for our service members who paid the ultimate price […]




Governor Markell Proclaims National Emergency Medical Services Week (May 15-21, 2016)

Delaware Health and Social Services | Division of Public Health | News | Date Posted: Friday, May 13, 2016

In appreciation of the service and dedication of Delaware’s Emergency Medical Services (EMS) personnel, Governor Jack Markell proclaimed May 15 – 21, 2016 as National Emergency Medical Services Week.




Governor’s Weekly Message Transcript: Empowering Delawareans to be Financially Literate and Grow Our Economy

Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | News | Date Posted: Friday, May 13, 2016

Delaware’s economy continues to get stronger, with a low unemployment rate and record job creation that leads the region. But at a time of rapid economic changes, many people continue to struggle with financial insecurity. A recent study found more than 60 percent of Americans are not prepared to handle even minor unexpected expenses. Financial insecurity limits opportunities for home ownership, higher education, and retirement savings. It impacts employers and the broader community, and puts a strain on government assistance programs.




Commissioner Stewart Joins Fellow Regulators in DC Meeting with Members of Congress

Captive Insurance | Insurance Commissioner | News | Date Posted: Thursday, May 12, 2016

Insurance Commissioner Karen Weldin Stewart and fellow members of the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) were in Washington, D.C. this week to discuss insurance issues with members of Congress.