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Governor’s Weekly Message Transcript: Universal Recycling Benefits Environment, Economy

Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | News | Date Posted: Friday, December 5, 2014

Four years after adopting a comprehensive and practical plan, we have dramatically increased recycling in Delaware, generating significant economic and environmental benefits while reducing waste management costs. By making it easier for families and businesses to recycle, our 2010 Universal Recycling Law has helped divert hundreds of thousands of tons of waste from our landfills.




Buena Vista Holiday Open House on Dec. 13, 2014

Historical and Cultural Affairs | New Castle County | News | Date Posted: Thursday, December 4, 2014

One of Delaware’s most historic homes will be decked out in traditional holiday decorations.




Firefly Music Festival economic impact more than $68 million

Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | News | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Wednesday, December 3, 2014

The four-day Firefly Music Festival contributed more than $68 million to the regional economy and created the equivalent of 579 full-time jobs in 2014, according to a study released.




“Handmade for the Holidays” programs at Dover, Del.’s John Dickinson Plantation on Dec. 6 and 20, 2014

Historical and Cultural Affairs | Kent County | News | Date Posted: Wednesday, December 3, 2014

Programs provide opportunities for visitors to utilize 18th century techniques to create holiday mementos for today. Release includes a listing of plantation events through May 2015.




Governor Markell Orders Flags Lowered

Flag Status | Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | News | Office of Management and Budget | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Tuesday, December 2, 2014

Governor Markell has ordered the American and Delaware flags lowered to half-staff for the passing of former State Representative Clifford G. “Biff” Lee.







  Category: News

Governor’s Weekly Message Transcript: Universal Recycling Benefits Environment, Economy

Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | News | Date Posted: Friday, December 5, 2014

Four years after adopting a comprehensive and practical plan, we have dramatically increased recycling in Delaware, generating significant economic and environmental benefits while reducing waste management costs. By making it easier for families and businesses to recycle, our 2010 Universal Recycling Law has helped divert hundreds of thousands of tons of waste from our landfills.




Buena Vista Holiday Open House on Dec. 13, 2014

Historical and Cultural Affairs | New Castle County | News | Date Posted: Thursday, December 4, 2014

One of Delaware’s most historic homes will be decked out in traditional holiday decorations.




Firefly Music Festival economic impact more than $68 million

Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | News | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Wednesday, December 3, 2014

The four-day Firefly Music Festival contributed more than $68 million to the regional economy and created the equivalent of 579 full-time jobs in 2014, according to a study released.




“Handmade for the Holidays” programs at Dover, Del.’s John Dickinson Plantation on Dec. 6 and 20, 2014

Historical and Cultural Affairs | Kent County | News | Date Posted: Wednesday, December 3, 2014

Programs provide opportunities for visitors to utilize 18th century techniques to create holiday mementos for today. Release includes a listing of plantation events through May 2015.




Governor Markell Orders Flags Lowered

Flag Status | Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | News | Office of Management and Budget | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Tuesday, December 2, 2014

Governor Markell has ordered the American and Delaware flags lowered to half-staff for the passing of former State Representative Clifford G. “Biff” Lee.