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STATEMENT: Governor Carney on Bipartisan Infrastructure Framework
Date Posted: June 24, 2021
STATEMENT: Governor Carney on Fiscal Year 2022 Budget Passing General Assembly
Date Posted: June 24, 2021
Statement from AG Jennings on final passage of House Bill 195
Date Posted: June 24, 2021
Historical Affairs to sponsor 5 programs during July 2021
Date Posted: June 24, 2021
El gobernador Carney levantará el Estado de Emergencia por COVID-19 el 13 de julio
Date Posted: June 24, 2021
Rebate Program for Electric Vehicles Extended
Date Posted: June 24, 2021
Governor Carney Issues Statement on Senate Confirmations
Date Posted: June 23, 2021
Youth Fishing Tournament Results Announced
Date Posted: June 23, 2021
Delaware emitirá beneficios de emergencia para Junio para hogares elegibles de SNAP, TANF y de asistencia general
Date Posted: June 22, 2021
Del. Will Issue Emergency Benefits for June to All SNAP Households, Eligible TANF and General Assistance Households
Date Posted: June 22, 2021
June 22, 2021: COVID-19 Briefing
Date Posted: June 22, 2021
State Auditor McGuiness Demands $24.5M in Overcharges Back From State Employees’ PBM, Express Scripts
Date Posted: June 21, 2021
AG Jennings Announces More than 120 Charges in NorthPak Gang Indictment
Date Posted: June 21, 2021
Governor’s Organ and Tissue Donor Awareness Board Honors Statewide Winners of Video PSA Scholarship Contest
Date Posted: June 21, 2021
Weekly COVID-19 Update – June 18, 2021: Delaware Cases, Hospitalizations On Steady Decline
Date Posted: June 18, 2021
Student State Board of Education Member Application Due July 2
Date Posted: June 18, 2021
Governor Carney, DPH, DEMA Announce COVID-19 Vaccination and Testing Sites
Date Posted: June 18, 2021
State Auditor McGuiness Estimates State Overpaid Its Pharmacy Benefit Manager by $24.5 Million over Three Years
Date Posted: June 17, 2021
Governor Carney Signs Black History Education Legislation
Date Posted: June 17, 2021
Governor, DHSS Offer Providers Second Round of COVID-19 Support through Health Care Relief Fund
Date Posted: June 17, 2021
AG Jennings applauds Senate passage of opioid settlement legislation
Date Posted: June 16, 2021
Delaware Forum on Racial History and Juneteenth
Date Posted: June 16, 2021
Unfair Business Practices Bill Passes Senate, Ready for Governor’s Signature
Date Posted: June 15, 2021
AG Jennings Announces Formal Murder Charge in Killing of Cpl. Keith Heacook
Date Posted: June 15, 2021
Governor Carney to Lift COVID-19 State of Emergency on July 13
Date Posted: June 15, 2021
June 15, 2021: COVID-19 Briefing
Date Posted: June 15, 2021
Childcare Out-Of-School Care Resources Workshop
Date Posted: June 14, 2021
Community Leaders Unveil All-Electric Bus, Ag Pod and Solar + Battery Storage Technology at The Warehouse
Date Posted: June 14, 2021
Outdoor Delaware Online Magazine Wins National Award
Date Posted: June 14, 2021
Governor Carney, DPH, DEMA Announce COVID-19 Vaccination and Testing Sites
Date Posted: June 11, 2021
Weekly COVID-19 Update – June 11, 2021: Delaware Cases Continue to Decline, Hospitalizations Unchanged
Date Posted: June 11, 2021
Governor Carney Announces Judicial Nomination
Date Posted: June 10, 2021
Ferris School Lacrosse Team Hosts 2021 Season
Date Posted: June 10, 2021
Sussex County Farm Family Receives Delaware Secretary’s Award for Agriculture
Date Posted: June 10, 2021
Governor Carney Announces Additional DE Wins! Raffle Prizes
Date Posted: June 10, 2021
DNREC to Hold Pharmaceutical Rule Training Webinar
Date Posted: June 10, 2021
Junior Partners in Policy-Making NEW DEADLINE
Date Posted: June 9, 2021
Office of the State Treasurer Begins Multimillion Dollar Distribution to Local Municipalities
Date Posted: June 9, 2021
Free Webinar on June 29 Features Coastal Restoration Toolkit
Date Posted: June 9, 2021
DNREC Lifts Shelter-in-Place Directive for Area in New Castle County
Date Posted: June 8, 2021
DNREC Issues Shelter in Place Directive for New Castle County After I-95 Crash Involving Hazardous Material
Date Posted: June 8, 2021
DNREC Releases NCCo Community Air Monitoring Results
Date Posted: June 8, 2021
Students honored in webapp mapping competition
Date Posted: June 8, 2021
June 8, 2021: COVID-19 Briefing
Date Posted: June 8, 2021
Governor Carney Announces First Round of DE Wins! Small Business Grant Winners
Date Posted: June 7, 2021
Weekly Covid-19 Update – June 4, 2021: Delaware Cases Continue Downward Trend
Date Posted: June 4, 2021
Governor Carney, DPH, DEMA Announce COVID-19 Vaccination and Testing Sites
Date Posted: June 4, 2021
Governor Carney Issues Pride Month Proclamation, LGBTQ+ Action Plan for State Employees
Date Posted: June 4, 2021
Governor Carney Appoints Special Assistant to Oversee Stimulus Funding, Nominates Department of Correction Commissioner
Date Posted: June 4, 2021
Criminal Justice and Disability Webinar Series
Date Posted: June 2, 2021
COVID -19 Stops with US
Date Posted: June 2, 2021
First Lady Tracey Quillen Carney, Delaware Libraries Announce 2021 Summer Library Reading Program
Date Posted: June 2, 2021
Ferris School Recognized as 2021 Finalist for National Juvenile Justice Award
Date Posted: June 2, 2021
Gordons Pond Area of Cape Henlopen State Park to Be Closed Wednesday and Friday
Date Posted: June 1, 2021
June 1, 2021: COVID-19 Briefing
Date Posted: June 1, 2021
Flag Lowering for Memorial Day
Date Posted: May 31, 2021
Weekly COVID-19 Update – May 28, 2021: Delaware Sees Lowest Number of Cases Since August
Date Posted: May 28, 2021
DNREC Closes Fort Delaware until June 4 for Ferry Repairs
Date Posted: May 28, 2021
Governor Carney, DPH, DEMA Announce Community COVID-19 Testing Sites
Date Posted: May 28, 2021
Governor to Nominate Eugene Young as Director of Delaware State Housing Authority (DSHA)
Date Posted: May 28, 2021
Office of Highway Safety Upgrades “Walk Smart, Arrive Alive” Campaign to Increase Safety Over Memorial Day Weekend
Date Posted: May 27, 2021
Flag Lowering for Victims in San Jose
Date Posted: May 26, 2021
First Chance Delaware Announces Wilmington Community of Hope
Date Posted: May 26, 2021
State Auditor McGuiness Launches Historic Transparency Initiative
Date Posted: May 26, 2021
Young Anglers Invited to Enter Semi-virtual Youth Fishing Tournament
Date Posted: May 26, 2021
New Head of DNREC Division of Air Quality Named
Date Posted: May 26, 2021
The Mezzanine Gallery to Exhibit Paintings by Howard J. Eberle
Date Posted: May 26, 2021
FEMA Mitigation Grant Application Period Open
Date Posted: May 26, 2021
Del. will Issue Emergency Benefits for May to All SNAP Households, Eligible TANF and General Assistance Households
Date Posted: May 25, 2021
COVID-19 Community Resilience Initiative Webinar
Date Posted: May 25, 2021
Affordable Technology Access for Lower Income Families – May 27th
Date Posted: May 25, 2021
State of Delaware Announces DE Wins! Incentive Program to Drive COVID-19 Vaccinations
Date Posted: May 25, 2021
May 25, 2021: COVID-19 Briefing
Date Posted: May 25, 2021
DHSS Announces Community Grant Opportunity to Respond to Opioid Crisis
Date Posted: May 24, 2021
Weekly COVID-19 Update – May 21, 2021: Delaware Sees Significant Decrease in Cases, Deaths
Date Posted: May 21, 2021
15 Young People, 4 Groups Honored with the Governor’s Youth Volunteer Service Award
Date Posted: May 21, 2021
Forest Service Observes “Outdoor Classroom Day”
Date Posted: May 21, 2021
Governor Carney, DPH, DEMA Announce Community COVID-19 Testing Sites
Date Posted: May 21, 2021
DNREC to Issue Off-Peak Surf Fishing Permits Starting May 25
Date Posted: May 21, 2021
State Treasurer Colleen Davis Brings Forth Landmark Retirement Program for Delaware
Date Posted: May 20, 2021
Grants Can Help Volunteer Companies Fight Wildfires
Date Posted: May 20, 2021
Governor Carney Announces 2021 Compassionate Champion Award Recipients
Date Posted: May 19, 2021
Navigating The New Normal
Date Posted: May 19, 2021
Delaware Early Education & Child Care Stabilization Fund Hearing
Date Posted: May 19, 2021
Downstate Public Ponds to Be Treated for Invasive Aquatic Weed Hydrilla
Date Posted: May 19, 2021
Click It Or Ticket Campaign Starts May 24 With Border To Border Kickoff Event In Delaware
Date Posted: May 19, 2021
Department of Labor resuming work search requirement for UI benefits recipients
Date Posted: May 18, 2021
Governor Carney Signs 29th Modification, Eliminates Distancing and Mask Mandate
Date Posted: May 18, 2021
Nominations Open for 2021 Young Environmentalist Awards
Date Posted: May 18, 2021
May 18, 2021: COVID-19 Briefing
Date Posted: May 18, 2021
Governor Carney Recognizes Anniversary of U.S. Supreme Court Ruling in Brown v. Board of Education
Date Posted: May 17, 2021
Public Encouraged to Avoid ‘Rescuing’ Young Wildlife
Date Posted: May 17, 2021
Weekly COVID-19 Update – May 14, 2021: Daily Cases, Hospitalizations Continue Downward Trend
Date Posted: May 14, 2021
Governor Carney, DPH, DEMA Announce Community COVID-19 Testing Sites
Date Posted: May 14, 2021
Governor Carney to Lift Delaware Mask Mandate Effective May 21
Date Posted: May 14, 2021
Governor Carney’s Statement on the Passage of Opportunity Funding
Date Posted: May 13, 2021
Secretary Bullock Announces Retirement of Arts Division Director Paul Weagraff
Date Posted: May 12, 2021
Governor Carney Updates COVID-19 Order, Eliminates Capacity Restrictions Effective May 21
Date Posted: May 12, 2021
Telehealth Kiosk & Device Loaning Initiative Pilot Launch
Date Posted: May 12, 2021
DHSS’ Division for the Visually Impaired, Georgetown Library Expand Access to Assistive Technology in Sussex County
Date Posted: May 12, 2021
Check for specific weather announcements or news on this page from the State of Delaware.
Date Posted: Thursday, February 18, 2021 08:52 AM
UPDATE: Severe Weather Conditions & Emergencies Alert Thursday, February 18, 2021 State of Delaware offices in New Castle County are now closed on Thursday, February...Read More
School Closing Information System – Review a real-time listing of school closures from across the state of Delaware.
School Closing E-mail Registration Website – Subscribe to e-mail, text, and/or voice message notification of school closings and other school status.
School Closing Information by Phone – A voice activation system which provides school closing and other school status.
The toll free number is 877-831-7215.
Emergency and Adverse Weather Advisory – Read the latest information for state employees from the Human Resource Management Office.
State of Delaware BlackBoard Connect Closing/Delay Notification Registration – This service will allow you to sign up to receive information updates and advisories for Delaware State Government Employees.
State of Delaware BlackBoard Connect “How to Register Guide” – View instructions on how to sign up with BlackBoard Connect to receive advisories for Delaware State Government Employees.
Live Traffic Cameras – Take a look at where the traffic is heading and have a bird’s eye view of the clear paths to get you where you need to go.
Online Subscription Service – Receive DelDOT press releases, scheduled travel restrictions, and real-time travel advisories via e-mail.
The levels are found in Title 20 of the Delaware Code, Subsection 3116(b)(12) and may be put in effect by the Governor during a State of Emergency for all or parts of Delaware based on conditions.
Level 1:
Driving Warning: Drivers are discouraged from operating a motor vehicle on the state’s roadways, unless there is a significant safety, health, or business reason to do so. During a level 1 Driving Warning, all citizens are asked to drive with extreme caution.
Level 2:
Driving Restriction: Travel on the roads is restricted to emergency workers, public utilities, healthcare providers including hospital staff, public and private operators of snow removal equipment, private sector food and fuel deliveries. Industries, companies or organizations that have been provided a waiver, are also permitted to be on the road, including businesses with pressing continuity and operational issues.
Level 3:
Driving Ban: Complete ban on driving except for first responders, utility personnel, and public or private snow removal. Businesses and organizations should adjust work schedules so that employees do not need to be on the roads during a Level 3 Driving Ban.
Level 3 Bans are different from Level 2 Restrictions in that Level 2 allows people with waivers and essential personnel to remain on the road, whereas a Level 3 Bans are much stricter, only allowing emergency personnel.
Level 2 Driving Restriction: essential personnel include those who are necessary state personnel or those who provide healthcare services, food deliveries, and fuel deliveries during a state of emergency in both public and private industries.
Level 3 Driving Ban: includes first responders, some state employees (i.e. policemen, utility workers), people the governor has approved through executive order and operator of snowplows or debris removal equipment that have been hired by the state or private interests.
Related Topics: Delaware schools, driving restriction, driving restrictions, driving safely, driving warning, severe weather, weather, winter weather
Check for specific weather announcements or news on this page from the State of Delaware.
Date Posted: Thursday, February 18, 2021 08:52 AM
UPDATE: Severe Weather Conditions & Emergencies Alert Thursday, February 18, 2021 State of Delaware offices in New Castle County are now closed on Thursday, February...Read More
School Closing Information System – Review a real-time listing of school closures from across the state of Delaware.
School Closing E-mail Registration Website – Subscribe to e-mail, text, and/or voice message notification of school closings and other school status.
School Closing Information by Phone – A voice activation system which provides school closing and other school status.
The toll free number is 877-831-7215.
Emergency and Adverse Weather Advisory – Read the latest information for state employees from the Human Resource Management Office.
State of Delaware BlackBoard Connect Closing/Delay Notification Registration – This service will allow you to sign up to receive information updates and advisories for Delaware State Government Employees.
State of Delaware BlackBoard Connect “How to Register Guide” – View instructions on how to sign up with BlackBoard Connect to receive advisories for Delaware State Government Employees.
Live Traffic Cameras – Take a look at where the traffic is heading and have a bird’s eye view of the clear paths to get you where you need to go.
Online Subscription Service – Receive DelDOT press releases, scheduled travel restrictions, and real-time travel advisories via e-mail.
The levels are found in Title 20 of the Delaware Code, Subsection 3116(b)(12) and may be put in effect by the Governor during a State of Emergency for all or parts of Delaware based on conditions.
Level 1:
Driving Warning: Drivers are discouraged from operating a motor vehicle on the state’s roadways, unless there is a significant safety, health, or business reason to do so. During a level 1 Driving Warning, all citizens are asked to drive with extreme caution.
Level 2:
Driving Restriction: Travel on the roads is restricted to emergency workers, public utilities, healthcare providers including hospital staff, public and private operators of snow removal equipment, private sector food and fuel deliveries. Industries, companies or organizations that have been provided a waiver, are also permitted to be on the road, including businesses with pressing continuity and operational issues.
Level 3:
Driving Ban: Complete ban on driving except for first responders, utility personnel, and public or private snow removal. Businesses and organizations should adjust work schedules so that employees do not need to be on the roads during a Level 3 Driving Ban.
Level 3 Bans are different from Level 2 Restrictions in that Level 2 allows people with waivers and essential personnel to remain on the road, whereas a Level 3 Bans are much stricter, only allowing emergency personnel.
Level 2 Driving Restriction: essential personnel include those who are necessary state personnel or those who provide healthcare services, food deliveries, and fuel deliveries during a state of emergency in both public and private industries.
Level 3 Driving Ban: includes first responders, some state employees (i.e. policemen, utility workers), people the governor has approved through executive order and operator of snowplows or debris removal equipment that have been hired by the state or private interests.
Related Topics: Delaware schools, driving restriction, driving restrictions, driving safely, driving warning, severe weather, weather, winter weather
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