First Phase of Community Court Launched
Date Posted: August 19, 2019
Governor Carney Announces Downtown Development District Designations
Date Posted: August 19, 2019
Celebrate Native American culture in downtown Dover, Del. on Sept. 2, 7 and 14, 2019
Date Posted: August 19, 2019
DNREC Secretary’s Order grants air quality construction permit to Walan Specialty Construction Products, LLC
Date Posted: August 19, 2019
Grant Funds Promote Financial Literacy Education
Date Posted: August 19, 2019
Severe crop damage at Redden State Forest creates public deer harvest opportunities to assist local farmers
Date Posted: August 19, 2019
DNREC, City of Lewes launch outreach campaign to clear Lewes dune of illegally-stored personal items such as kayaks
Date Posted: August 16, 2019
DNREC Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police Blotter: Aug. 5-11
Date Posted: August 16, 2019
Delaware Native Species Commission to meet Aug. 21 in Dover
Date Posted: August 16, 2019
Magnolia man sentenced for child sexual abuse
Date Posted: August 16, 2019
DNREC’s Division of Climate, Coastal & Energy seeks applicants for new NOAA estuary research fellowship
Date Posted: August 16, 2019
DNREC issues administrative penalty and Secretary’s Order to EcoServices, LLC for Hazardous Air Pollutant violations
Date Posted: August 16, 2019
DOJ warns Delawareans about jury duty phone scam
Date Posted: August 15, 2019
Ribbon cut on Little Heaven intersection project
Date Posted: August 15, 2019
Delaware Libraries Celebrate Reading and Back to School
Date Posted: August 15, 2019
DNREC’s Delaware Becoming an Outdoors-Woman weekend set Sept. 20-22 at Lums Pond State Park
Date Posted: August 15, 2019
DNREC Division of Parks & Recreation honors members of the Youth Conservation Corps
Date Posted: August 14, 2019
Delaware Division of Youth Rehabilitative Services Honored with Two National Awards
Date Posted: August 14, 2019
DPH Releases First Drug Overdose Mortality Surveillance Report
Date Posted: August 14, 2019
Clarifications on Medigap
Date Posted: August 14, 2019
Woman indicted for $16,000 of fraudulent insurance claims
Date Posted: August 14, 2019
Delaware Division of the Arts Announces 2019-2020 Mezzanine Gallery Solo Exhibitions
Date Posted: August 13, 2019
DNREC Environmental Crimes Unit arrests Magnolia man on criminal charges, including felony forgery of US currency
Date Posted: August 12, 2019
DelDOT Earns Credit Rating Upgrade
Date Posted: August 12, 2019
State awards federal grants for new, expanding charter schools
Date Posted: August 12, 2019
DNREC Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police Blotter: July 29-Aug. 4
Date Posted: August 9, 2019
DNREC’s Division of Fish & Wildlife announces new Delaware state record false albacore tuna caught
Date Posted: August 9, 2019
Prison sentence for 2017 murder
Date Posted: August 9, 2019
Governor Carney Signs Executive Order to Create Opportunity Funding Oversight Committee
Date Posted: August 9, 2019
DHSS Seeks Back-to-School Donations for Adopt-A-Student Program
Date Posted: August 8, 2019
DOJ announces early success in child support absconder initiative
Date Posted: August 8, 2019
DNREC’s Division of Fish & Wildlife reminds hunters of Basic Hunter Education Course requirements
Date Posted: August 7, 2019
“The Scorched Pamphlet: Sherlock Holmes Returns to Delaware” at Dover’s Old State House on Aug. 17, 2019
Date Posted: August 7, 2019
ICYMI: Governor Carney Signs Legislation Protecting Health Care for Delawareans
Date Posted: August 7, 2019
DNREC Division of Parks & Recreation recognizes members of the Veterans Conservation Corps
Date Posted: August 7, 2019
“The 1960s in Delaware” – Chautauqua Tent Shows in Lewes, De. From Sept. 19 to 21, 2019
Date Posted: August 6, 2019
DHSS Receives Medicaid Substance Use Disorder Waiver from Federal Government
Date Posted: August 6, 2019
Division of Watershed Stewardship Accepting Grant Proposals For Community Water Quality Improvement Projects
Date Posted: August 5, 2019
DNREC Division of Parks & Recreation Natural Resources Police seeks two Enforcement Trainees
Date Posted: August 5, 2019
Governor Carney Orders Flags To Half-Staff For Victims In El Paso and Dayton
Date Posted: August 4, 2019
DNREC’s Mosquito Control Section Announces First Detection of Eastern Equine Encephalitis This Year
Date Posted: August 2, 2019
Harrington PD & OHS Delaware State Fair Non-Traditional Distracted Driving Operation
Date Posted: August 2, 2019
DNREC issues $40,000 penalty and Secretary’s Order to Diamond State Generation Partners, LLC for Air Permit Ciolations
Date Posted: August 2, 2019
DNREC Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police Blotter: July 22-28
Date Posted: August 2, 2019
Prison for Man Who Murdered His Grandmother
Date Posted: August 2, 2019
ANNOUNCEMENT: DNREC to hold second public meeting Aug. 14 in New Castle regarding Croda’s 2018 ethylene oxide release
Date Posted: August 2, 2019
Attorney General Jennings challenges Trump administration’s move to gut asylum seekers’ protections
Date Posted: August 2, 2019
Medicaid MCOs Embrace YMCA’s Diabetes Prevention Program
Date Posted: August 2, 2019
Seaford Police Department Non-traditional Distracted Driving Operation a Success
Date Posted: August 1, 2019
Insurance Data Security Act Signed into Law
Date Posted: August 1, 2019
Patients of NCCo Doctor Whose Medical License, Controlled Substance Registration Suspended Urged to Seek Ongoing Care
Date Posted: August 1, 2019
2019 state assessment results released
Date Posted: August 1, 2019
Delaware FFA members take home state awards
Date Posted: August 1, 2019
Delaware moves to crack down on workplace fraud, improve oversight of contractors
Date Posted: July 31, 2019
Governor Carney Signs Legislation Establishing Infrastructure Fund to Create Jobs
Date Posted: July 31, 2019
Bill Signing Promotes Savings in the First State
Date Posted: July 31, 2019
DNREC ECU seeks public help in identifying suspect illegally dumping at Polly Drummond Hill Yard Waste Site
Date Posted: July 31, 2019
DNREC confirms finding Asian longhorned tick for the first time in Delaware
Date Posted: July 31, 2019
Rolling application process provides flexibility for Delaware’s Young Farmer Loan Program
Date Posted: July 31, 2019
DNREC’s Natural Resource Police Park Rangers enforce surf-fishing regulations at Cape Henlopen State Park
Date Posted: July 31, 2019
State, City Leaders Announce Group Violence Intervention (GVI) Project in Wilmington
Date Posted: July 30, 2019
Delaware Division of the Arts Announces First Round of Grants in Support of Arts Projects for Fiscal Year 2020
Date Posted: July 30, 2019
Governor Carney Signs Legislation to Ban Plastic Bags, Reduce Litter in Delaware
Date Posted: July 29, 2019
“How to Train Your Dragon—The Hidden World” to be screened at Movie Night at Buena Vista on Saturday, Aug. 3, 2019
Date Posted: July 26, 2019
Raccoon in Newark Tests Positive For Rabies
Date Posted: July 26, 2019
Repeated Rape of Child Leads to Prison for 64-Year-Old
Date Posted: July 26, 2019
DNREC Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police Blotter: July 15-21
Date Posted: July 26, 2019
Governor Carney joins DNREC Secretary Garvin to present DNREC Awards in State Fair ceremony
Date Posted: July 25, 2019
Schooner Meerwald partners with Zwaanendael Museum to present programs in Lewes, Del. during the summer of 2019
Date Posted: July 25, 2019
Milford Woman Charged with Animal Cruelty After Dog Dies From Excessive Heat Exposure, Tethering
Date Posted: July 24, 2019
Fort Delaware Introduces Escape Fort Delaware: The Disloyalty Files
Date Posted: July 24, 2019
Tom Summers to Host Treasures of the Delaware Public Archives at Port Penn Interpretive Center
Date Posted: July 24, 2019
Consumer Protection Unit reaches settlement over foreclosure rescue scam
Date Posted: July 23, 2019
Online registration now open to volunteers for 32nd annual Delaware Coastal Cleanup sponsored by DNREC
Date Posted: July 23, 2019
The Mezzanine Gallery to Exhibit “Realistic Colors of Art” by Geraldo Gonzalez
Date Posted: July 23, 2019
‘Use Your Melon’ Impaired Driving Awareness Campaign At The Delaware State Fair
Date Posted: July 22, 2019
ICYMI – Governor Carney’s Op-Ed: We’re Making Progress
Date Posted: July 22, 2019
AG Jennings, national coalition reach largest data breach settlement in history
Date Posted: July 22, 2019
Adult anglers can try their luck at fishing events July 26 and Aug. 1 at DNREC’s Aquatic Resources Education Center
Date Posted: July 22, 2019
Gov. Carney orders flags to half-staff Tuesday for former Supreme Court Justice Stevens
Date Posted: July 21, 2019
DNREC’s Fort Delaware State Park closed due to dangerous temperatures
Date Posted: July 20, 2019
Results of July 12th 2019 Impaired Driving Checkpoints
Date Posted: July 19, 2019
Governor Carney Urges Delawareans to Stay Safe During Heat Warnings
Date Posted: July 19, 2019
DNREC Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police Blotter: July 8-14
Date Posted: July 19, 2019
Guilty Plea In 2018 Middletown Shooting Death
Date Posted: July 19, 2019
Clean Water and Drinking Water State Revolving Loan Fund public workshop set for July 25 in Dover
Date Posted: July 19, 2019
Delaware Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs to sponsor 13 special events during August 2019
Date Posted: July 19, 2019
Source Water Protection Subcommittee to meet July 24 in Dover
Date Posted: July 19, 2019
Governor Carney Announces Expansion of DelDOT’s Work-a-Day Earn-a-Pay Program
Date Posted: July 18, 2019
Nominations for Governor’s Volunteer Awards Accepted Through Aug. 16
Date Posted: July 18, 2019
Governor Carney Announces 38th Hall of Fame of Delaware Women Inductees
Date Posted: July 18, 2019
Celebrate Science, Technology, Reading, Engineering, Arts, and Math at DNREC’s First State Heritage Park First Saturday
Date Posted: July 18, 2019
Delaware State Fair connects fair-goers with Delaware agriculture
Date Posted: July 17, 2019
DNREC to host Delaware Duck and Goose Calling Contest July 20 at Delaware State Fair
Date Posted: July 17, 2019
DPH Advises Residents to Prepare For Dangerously High Temperatures This Week
Date Posted: July 17, 2019
Sixth annual Recycled Cardboard Boat Regatta sponsored by DNREC Aug. 3 on Nanticoke River
Date Posted: July 17, 2019
Visit DNREC at the 2019 Delaware State Fair!
Date Posted: July 17, 2019
Lantern Tours Return to Light up Fridays at First State Heritage Park
Date Posted: July 17, 2019
Statement on Kili Mayfield
Date Posted: July 16, 2019
Dates for ‘Small Fry Adventures’ family outings announced by DNREC’s Division of Fish & Wildlife
Date Posted: July 16, 2019
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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.
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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