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How Did The Chicken Cross The Road? Carefully.

Department of Safety and Homeland Security | Kent County | New Castle County | Newsroom | Office of Highway Safety | Sussex County | Date Posted: Tuesday, June 23, 2015

The Delaware Office of Highway Safety (OHS) is asking people the age old question of “Why did the chicken cross the road?” But instead of why, they want to know how did the chicken cross the road, and they are hoping people are answering carefully. There is an increased risk for pedestrian crashes during the summer months when more people are traveling and the resort area population increases. That’s why OHS has teamed up with DelDOT again to educate and encourage pedestrians to make smart and safe decisions when walking near roadways.




Governor Markell Thanks Vice Chancellor Parsons for His Service to Delaware

Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Monday, June 22, 2015

Governor Jack Markell thanked Vice Chancellor Donald F. Parsons, Jr. for his many years of service to the State of Delaware.




Governor’s Weekly Message: Recognizing Law Enforcement Officers for their Service, Sacrifice

Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Kent County | New Castle County | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | Sussex County | Date Posted: Friday, June 19, 2015

(Dover, DE) – In his weekly message, Governor Markell recognizes the vital role law enforcement officers play in keeping our communities safe. “We must remember how fortunate we are for the generations of men and women who have chosen to dedicate their lives to serving and protecting Delawareans,” said Governor Markell. “The greatest honor we […]




Governor’s Weekly Message Transcript: Recognizing Law Enforcement Officers for their Service, Sacrifice

Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Newsroom | Date Posted: Friday, June 19, 2015

Every day, city, county and state law enforcement officers report for duty to perform a vital role in our communities. Too often their service is taken for granted. This past week, we recognized Delawareans who have lost their lives in this service – officers like Trooper First Class William F. Mayer, a World War II […]




Governor’s Applauds Recommendations for Improving Teacher Compensation System

Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Friday, June 19, 2015

Governor Markell lauded recommendations he received from the Committee to Advance Educator Compensation and Careers (CAECC), which was established by legislation to help develop a plan that addresses the Governor’s goals to better attract, retain, and support Delaware’s educators.







  Category: Newsroom

How Did The Chicken Cross The Road? Carefully.

Department of Safety and Homeland Security | Kent County | New Castle County | Newsroom | Office of Highway Safety | Sussex County | Date Posted: Tuesday, June 23, 2015

The Delaware Office of Highway Safety (OHS) is asking people the age old question of “Why did the chicken cross the road?” But instead of why, they want to know how did the chicken cross the road, and they are hoping people are answering carefully. There is an increased risk for pedestrian crashes during the summer months when more people are traveling and the resort area population increases. That’s why OHS has teamed up with DelDOT again to educate and encourage pedestrians to make smart and safe decisions when walking near roadways.




Governor Markell Thanks Vice Chancellor Parsons for His Service to Delaware

Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Monday, June 22, 2015

Governor Jack Markell thanked Vice Chancellor Donald F. Parsons, Jr. for his many years of service to the State of Delaware.




Governor’s Weekly Message: Recognizing Law Enforcement Officers for their Service, Sacrifice

Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Kent County | New Castle County | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | Sussex County | Date Posted: Friday, June 19, 2015

(Dover, DE) – In his weekly message, Governor Markell recognizes the vital role law enforcement officers play in keeping our communities safe. “We must remember how fortunate we are for the generations of men and women who have chosen to dedicate their lives to serving and protecting Delawareans,” said Governor Markell. “The greatest honor we […]




Governor’s Weekly Message Transcript: Recognizing Law Enforcement Officers for their Service, Sacrifice

Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Newsroom | Date Posted: Friday, June 19, 2015

Every day, city, county and state law enforcement officers report for duty to perform a vital role in our communities. Too often their service is taken for granted. This past week, we recognized Delawareans who have lost their lives in this service – officers like Trooper First Class William F. Mayer, a World War II […]




Governor’s Applauds Recommendations for Improving Teacher Compensation System

Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Friday, June 19, 2015

Governor Markell lauded recommendations he received from the Committee to Advance Educator Compensation and Careers (CAECC), which was established by legislation to help develop a plan that addresses the Governor’s goals to better attract, retain, and support Delaware’s educators.