“Holiday Party at the Plantation” to take place at Dover, Del.’s John Dickinson Plantation on Dec. 6, 2015
Historical and Cultural Affairs | Kent County | Newsroom | Date Posted: Tuesday, November 17, 2015
Reservations required by Nov. 30, 2015. Event will feature the refreshments, spirits and decorations that might have been present in the 18th century when the “Penman of the Revolution” was in residence at the property.
Secretary of State Announces Nursing License Suspension
Department of State | Kent County | New Castle County | Newsroom | Sussex County | Date Posted: Friday, November 13, 2015
Secretary of State Jeffrey Bullock has ordered the temporary suspension of the Delaware nursing license of Kimberly L. Shaw Kehr of Carney’s Point, New Jersey, following the suspension of her license in the state of New Jersey and falsely answering questions on her Delaware license renewal.
Governor’s Weekly Message Transcript: Supporting Veterans in Our Community
Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Newsroom | Date Posted: Friday, November 13, 2015
In this In his weekly message transcript, Governor Markell discusses efforts in Delaware to support veterans, including increasing access to employment and providing housing assistance, as the nation recognizes Veterans Day.
Delaware Receives First Ever State-Level Health Champion Award From American Diabetes Association
Division of Public Health | Newsroom | Date Posted: Thursday, November 12, 2015
The Department of Health and Social Services’ Division of Public Health (DPH) has been awarded a Health Champion Designation by the American Diabetes Association for instilling wellness in its worksite culture. Delaware is the first state-level office in the country to win the inaugural award. The Health Champion Designation recognizes companies and organizations that inspire and encourage organizational well-being and is part of the Association’s Wellness Lives HereSM. Successful applicants met healthy living criteria in three categories: nutrition and weight management, organizational well-being, and encouraging physical activity.
Enhanced Public Education Website Launched During Radiation Protection Week in Delaware
Division of Public Health | Newsroom | Date Posted: Tuesday, November 10, 2015
It’s no surprise that radiation is emitted through many medical devices such as X-ray machines, but fewer people know that it can be produced by, or found in, smoke detectors, granite, and fluorescent lightbulbs. To encourage Delawareans to learn more about radiation, its sources and its benefits, the Authority on Radiation Protection launched its upgraded website www.deradiationprotection.org on Monday Nov. 9, 2015.
