Students can learn more about career pathways at EXPO
Department of Education | Newsroom | Date Posted: Thursday, March 8, 2018
The Delaware Department of Education invites Delaware high school students to attend the Delaware Pathways Student EXPO on Friday, April 27 to learn more about how Delaware Pathways can help prepare them for success after high school. Aimed at students and their families, the EXPO is a free event providing hands-on opportunities for youth to learn more about career pathways offered across Delaware public high schools. Participants also will learn about the programs, partners, supports, and services that can help youth and adults prepare for a successful transition into the workforce.
State Sen. Lopez visits the Zwaanendael Museum in Lewes to celebrate accreditation by the American Alliance of Museums
Historical and Cultural Affairs | Newsroom | Sussex County | Date Posted: Thursday, March 8, 2018
Accreditation is the highest recognition afforded to museums in the United States.
Delaware ED Data Shows Significant Increase in Opioid Overdoses;DPH Announces Forum for First Responders and EDs to Address Overdose Management
Newsroom | Date Posted: Wednesday, March 7, 2018
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), on Tuesday, released data from emergency departments (EDs) showing substantial increases in opioid overdose numbers nationwide, including in Delaware. According to the CDC’s Vital Signs report, which examined ED visit data in 45 states, visits for suspected opioid overdoses increased 30 percent nationwide from July 2016 to September 2017. Of 16 states participating in enhanced data surveillance, Delaware reported the second-highest percent change for suspected opioid overdose ED visits during that time period (105 percent).
State of Delaware Offices in New Castle County Close at Noon on March 7
Newsroom | Date Posted: Wednesday, March 7, 2018
State of Delaware offices in New Castle County are closing on Wednesday, March 7, 2018 from noon until 11:59 p.m. Non-essential employees who live or work in New Castle County are to leave for the day. Essential employees are to remain at work and report as scheduled.
Augusthy Named New Director of Office of Civil Rights and Public Trust
Department of Justice | Department of Justice Press Releases | Newsroom | Date Posted: Tuesday, March 6, 2018
Attorney General Matt Denn announced the appointment of Deputy Attorney General Sonia Augusthy as the new head of the Office of Civil Rights and Public Trust. Since November 2016, Augusthy served as the head of the Department of Justice’s Felony Screening Unit. Augusthy has been with the department since 2009, previously serving in the Sex […]
