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  Category: Department of Safety and Homeland Security


Seeking Public Feedback

DDC | Delaware Developmental Disabilities Council | Department of Safety and Homeland Security | Newsroom | Date Posted: Friday, August 8, 2025

Delaware Developmental Disabilities Council Seeks Public Input for Five-Year Strategic Plan Community Forums Scheduled Statewide in September DOVER, DE (August 2025) – The Delaware Developmental Disabilities Council (DDC) is inviting individuals with disabilities, their families, caregivers, service providers, and community members to participate in a series of public forums this September. These forums are a […]




Delaware Reports Strong Start to Recreational Marijuana Sales

Department of Safety and Homeland Security | Kent County | New Castle County | Sussex County | The Office of the Marijuana Commissioner | Date Posted: Wednesday, August 6, 2025

Delaware officials report encouraging results from the first weekend of recreational marijuana sales, which began August 1, marking a major milestone in the implementation of adult-use cannabis legislation. The inaugural three-day weekend (Friday to Sunday) had combined sales (adult and medical) of over $903,000, a measurable increase in sales pace that demonstrates robust demand and a successful market launch. The $625,000 in adult sales corresponds to an estimated $93,700 in tax revenue. Sales by county indicate that New Castle County (five locations) generated $432,319.78 in combined sales, followed by Sussex County (five locations) at $242,832.64, and Kent County (four locations) at $227,946.54.




Delaware Launches Legal Adult-Use Cannabis Sales Today

Department of Safety and Homeland Security | Kent County | New Castle County | Sussex County | The Office of the Marijuana Commissioner | Date Posted: Friday, August 1, 2025

DOVER, Del. — Today, Delaware makes history as legal adult-use cannabis sales officially begin across the First State. Starting this morning, adults aged 21 and over can legally purchase recreational marijuana and marijuana products from licensed cannabis retailers, marking a major milestone in the implementation of Delaware’s cannabis legalization effort. The initial phase of adult-use […]




Storm Could Bring Localized Flooding And Damaging Winds

Delaware Emergency Management Agency | Department of Safety and Homeland Security | Weather | Date Posted: Thursday, July 31, 2025

SMYRNA, Del. – Delaware state officials are urging residents to be aware and prepare for potential flooding and strong winds this afternoon through tonight from a severe storm that could produce excessive rainfall rates in excess of 2 inches per hour. The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a Flash Flood and Severe Storm Risk […]




DEMA Launches Delaware School Safety Program

Delaware Emergency Management Agency | Department of Safety and Homeland Security | Newsroom | Date Posted: Monday, July 28, 2025

New website offers a central hub for school safety training, resources, and best practices SMYRNA, Del. – The Delaware Emergency Management Agency (DEMA) is launching a new Delaware School Safety Center (DSSC), an expansion of its long-standing Comprehensive School Safety Program (CSSP). The initiative reflects Delaware’s continued commitment to safe, secure learning environments for all […]







  Category: Department of Safety and Homeland Security

Seeking Public Feedback

DDC | Delaware Developmental Disabilities Council | Department of Safety and Homeland Security | Newsroom | Date Posted: Friday, August 8, 2025

Delaware Developmental Disabilities Council Seeks Public Input for Five-Year Strategic Plan Community Forums Scheduled Statewide in September DOVER, DE (August 2025) – The Delaware Developmental Disabilities Council (DDC) is inviting individuals with disabilities, their families, caregivers, service providers, and community members to participate in a series of public forums this September. These forums are a […]




Delaware Reports Strong Start to Recreational Marijuana Sales

Department of Safety and Homeland Security | Kent County | New Castle County | Sussex County | The Office of the Marijuana Commissioner | Date Posted: Wednesday, August 6, 2025

Delaware officials report encouraging results from the first weekend of recreational marijuana sales, which began August 1, marking a major milestone in the implementation of adult-use cannabis legislation. The inaugural three-day weekend (Friday to Sunday) had combined sales (adult and medical) of over $903,000, a measurable increase in sales pace that demonstrates robust demand and a successful market launch. The $625,000 in adult sales corresponds to an estimated $93,700 in tax revenue. Sales by county indicate that New Castle County (five locations) generated $432,319.78 in combined sales, followed by Sussex County (five locations) at $242,832.64, and Kent County (four locations) at $227,946.54.




Delaware Launches Legal Adult-Use Cannabis Sales Today

Department of Safety and Homeland Security | Kent County | New Castle County | Sussex County | The Office of the Marijuana Commissioner | Date Posted: Friday, August 1, 2025

DOVER, Del. — Today, Delaware makes history as legal adult-use cannabis sales officially begin across the First State. Starting this morning, adults aged 21 and over can legally purchase recreational marijuana and marijuana products from licensed cannabis retailers, marking a major milestone in the implementation of Delaware’s cannabis legalization effort. The initial phase of adult-use […]




Storm Could Bring Localized Flooding And Damaging Winds

Delaware Emergency Management Agency | Department of Safety and Homeland Security | Weather | Date Posted: Thursday, July 31, 2025

SMYRNA, Del. – Delaware state officials are urging residents to be aware and prepare for potential flooding and strong winds this afternoon through tonight from a severe storm that could produce excessive rainfall rates in excess of 2 inches per hour. The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a Flash Flood and Severe Storm Risk […]




DEMA Launches Delaware School Safety Program

Delaware Emergency Management Agency | Department of Safety and Homeland Security | Newsroom | Date Posted: Monday, July 28, 2025

New website offers a central hub for school safety training, resources, and best practices SMYRNA, Del. – The Delaware Emergency Management Agency (DEMA) is launching a new Delaware School Safety Center (DSSC), an expansion of its long-standing Comprehensive School Safety Program (CSSP). The initiative reflects Delaware’s continued commitment to safe, secure learning environments for all […]