DNREC to Accept Applications for 2027 Community Environmental Project Fund Grants Starting Aug. 1
Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | Newsroom | Date Posted: Friday, July 31, 2026
The DNREC Environmental Justice Office will accept applications for the 2027 Community Environmental Project Fund (CEPF) grants from Aug. 1 to 31. Proposed environmental and recreation projects can range from $5,000 to $50,000, and any community or nonprofit 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, including violations of air, water or hazardous material permits.
Governor Meyer Announces 2026 Delaware Women’s Hall Of Fame Inductees
Department of Human Resources | Governor Matt Meyer | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Friday, July 31, 2026
DOVER, Del. — Gov. Matt Meyer today announced the four distinguished leaders who will be inducted into the Delaware Women’s Hall of Fame. Their extraordinary leadership, service and lasting contributions have strengthened communities, shaped institutions and helped define Delaware’s future.
2026 DNREC Photo Contest Winners Unveiled
Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | Newsroom | Date Posted: Thursday, July 30, 2026
Winners of the 2026 DNREC Photo Contest gathered at the Delaware State Fair today to be honored by Governor Matt Meyer and the DNREC Secretary, Greg Patterson.
Governor Matt Meyer, Agriculture Secretary Don Clifton honor America 250 Farms at Delaware State Fair
Department of Agriculture | Newsroom | Date Posted: Thursday, July 30, 2026
A celebration with its roots decades before the nation’s founding took place Thursday as Delaware Governor Matt Meyer and Agriculture Secretary Don Clifton honored three families as America 250 Farms during Governor’s Day activities at the Delaware State Fair. The America 250 Farms award recognizes First State families who have owned and farmed their land […]
DOJ indicts suspended State Trooper in inappropriate sexual contact case
Department of Justice | Department of Justice Press Releases | Newsroom | Date Posted: Wednesday, July 29, 2026
Attorney General Kathy Jennings today announced that the Division of Civil Rights and Public Trust has indicted suspended State Trooper Thomas Catalfamo on four counts of Official Misconduct for taking advantage of a 21-year-old woman experiencing a mental health crisis. After responding to a distress call, Catalfamo is alleged to have abused his power by […]
