New artificial bait developed by U of D from project funded by DNREC could reduce number of horseshoe crabs used to catch eel and whelk
A new alternative bait product that will help reduce the number of horseshoe crabs harvested from the Delaware Bay was introduced today. A team of University of Delaware researchers led by Dr. Nancy Targett, DuPont scientists, fisheries biologists, watermen and conservation groups were joined by DNREC Secretary Collin O’Mara to make the announcement this morning at UD’s Hugh R. Sharp Campus in Lewes.
“The Trial of William Penn”: Historical play to be presented at Dover, Del.’s Old State House on June 1, 2013
Living-history theater presentation exploring the trial of William Penn and the jury that went to jail when they would not find him guilty as charged.
Delaware Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs sponsors 18 special events during June 2013
History-related programming at the state of Delaware’s six museums.
“America Takes Flight”: Chautauqua tent show in Lewes, Del., June 9–13, 2013
Day-long series of activities exploring man’s travels through the air and in space.
Lt. Governor Denn Visits Kuumba Academy in Wilmington
On Friday, May 24th, Lt. Governor Matt Denn will visit Kuumba Academy in Wilmington and present them with their banner for being a 2012 winner of the state’s Reward, Recognition and Distinguished Title I Schools and Schools of Continued Excellence Awards.
