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Delaware Cancer Mortality Drops Again; Public Health Releases Latest Cancer Report

Delaware Health and Social Services | Division of Public Health | Newsroom | Date Posted: Monday, July 10, 2017

Cancer screening and early detection have contributed to a continuing decline in Delaware’s all-site cancer mortality rate over the past decade, say Delaware Public Health officials. From 1999-2003 to 2009-2013, Delaware’s cancer death rate decreased 15 percent, an improvement that was slightly higher than the decline seen nationally (14 percent), according to the latest cancer data announced by the Division of Public Health (DPH).




50th Anniversary Celebration of Dover, Del.’s Johnson Victrola Museum to take place now through the end of 2017

Historical and Cultural Affairs | Kent County | Newsroom | Date Posted: Monday, July 10, 2017

The museum highlights the life and achievements of Dover’s native son, Eldridge Reeves Johnson, founder of The Victor Talking Machine Company.




Governor Carney’s Statement on Delaware’s Wildfire Crew Assisting West Coast States

Department of Agriculture | Forest Service | Former Governor John Carney (2017-2025) | Kent County | New Castle County | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | Sussex County | Date Posted: Friday, July 7, 2017

WILMINGTON, Del. – Governor John Carney on Friday released the following statement commending Delaware Forest Service’s wildfire crew prior to the mobilization of the 20-person team that will battle wildfires in the Rocky Mountain region. “Delaware’s wildfire crew is a group of well-trained volunteers and public servants who will leave the safety and comfort of […]




Data looks at racial diversity in Delaware teacher and school leader workforce

Department of Education | Newsroom | Date Posted: Wednesday, July 5, 2017

Data highlights how well Delaware’s teacher and administrator workforce reflects the diversity of its student population.




Emergency Sirens To Be Tested – Sirenas de emergencia para ser probado

Delaware Emergency Management Agency | Department of Safety and Homeland Security | Newsroom | Date Posted: Wednesday, July 5, 2017

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Wednesday, July 5, 2017 FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Sarah Davis Office (302) 659-2235 Cell: (302) 270-9142 Emergency Sirens To Be Tested (Smyrna) – The Delaware Emergency Management Agency (DEMA) and Delaware State Police will conduct a quarterly test of the Salem/Hope Creek Nuclear Generating Stations Alert and notification system on Tuesday, July […]







  Category: Newsroom

Delaware Cancer Mortality Drops Again; Public Health Releases Latest Cancer Report

Delaware Health and Social Services | Division of Public Health | Newsroom | Date Posted: Monday, July 10, 2017

Cancer screening and early detection have contributed to a continuing decline in Delaware’s all-site cancer mortality rate over the past decade, say Delaware Public Health officials. From 1999-2003 to 2009-2013, Delaware’s cancer death rate decreased 15 percent, an improvement that was slightly higher than the decline seen nationally (14 percent), according to the latest cancer data announced by the Division of Public Health (DPH).




50th Anniversary Celebration of Dover, Del.’s Johnson Victrola Museum to take place now through the end of 2017

Historical and Cultural Affairs | Kent County | Newsroom | Date Posted: Monday, July 10, 2017

The museum highlights the life and achievements of Dover’s native son, Eldridge Reeves Johnson, founder of The Victor Talking Machine Company.




Governor Carney’s Statement on Delaware’s Wildfire Crew Assisting West Coast States

Department of Agriculture | Forest Service | Former Governor John Carney (2017-2025) | Kent County | New Castle County | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | Sussex County | Date Posted: Friday, July 7, 2017

WILMINGTON, Del. – Governor John Carney on Friday released the following statement commending Delaware Forest Service’s wildfire crew prior to the mobilization of the 20-person team that will battle wildfires in the Rocky Mountain region. “Delaware’s wildfire crew is a group of well-trained volunteers and public servants who will leave the safety and comfort of […]




Data looks at racial diversity in Delaware teacher and school leader workforce

Department of Education | Newsroom | Date Posted: Wednesday, July 5, 2017

Data highlights how well Delaware’s teacher and administrator workforce reflects the diversity of its student population.




Emergency Sirens To Be Tested – Sirenas de emergencia para ser probado

Delaware Emergency Management Agency | Department of Safety and Homeland Security | Newsroom | Date Posted: Wednesday, July 5, 2017

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Wednesday, July 5, 2017 FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Sarah Davis Office (302) 659-2235 Cell: (302) 270-9142 Emergency Sirens To Be Tested (Smyrna) – The Delaware Emergency Management Agency (DEMA) and Delaware State Police will conduct a quarterly test of the Salem/Hope Creek Nuclear Generating Stations Alert and notification system on Tuesday, July […]