up UPDATE - DART to Operate a Reduced Service Level Statewide on Weekdays Beginning Wednesday, March 18 By www.dartfirststate.com Published On :: Wed, 18 Mar 2020 20:15:27 GMT Wilmington -- UPDATE - In addition to the service outlined below, starting Thursday, March 19, Route 301 will add the weekday roundtrip leaving Wilmington at 4:20 AM, arriving in Dover at 5:42 AM; and then leaving Dover at 6:00 AM, arriving in Wilmington at 7:41 AM. Route 303 will be operating the weekday schedule. In Sussex County, Route 206 will operate on the normal weekday schedule. [More] Full Article News
up DelDOT Operational Changes Update for March 21 By www.deldot.gov Published On :: Sun, 22 Mar 2020 22:31:51 GMT Dover -- The Delaware Department of Transportation (DelDOT) continues to review operational needs while keeping the health and safety of our employees and customers in mind. Effective Monday, March 23, 2020, all four Delaware Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) locations will go to kiosk, drive-through and emergency appointment only. Dealer paperwork can be dropped off for processing and picked up when notified. [More] Full Article News
up TRAFFIC ALERT - Closure of North Broad Street for Railroad Crossing Maintenance and Signal Upgrades By www.deldot.gov Published On :: Mon, 30 Mar 2020 15:17:46 GMT Middletown -- Location: North Broad Street (Railroad Crossing) between Cedar Lane Road and Middletown Warwick Road/Summit Bridge Road, Middletown. Times and Dates: 9:00 p.m. on Wednesday, March 18, 2020 until 5:00 a.m. on Thursday, April 2, 2020 Traffic Information: DelDOT announces to motorists that Delmarva Central Railroad will be replacing the railroad crossing, performing railroad signal upgrades, and doing general maintenance on their railroad crossing on North Broad Street. DelDOT's crews will be reconstructing the existing traffic signals. [More] Full Article Traffic
up DART Approves Upcoming Service Changes By www.dartfirststate.com Published On :: Mon, 13 Apr 2020 15:53:03 GMT Wilmington -- After statewide Public Hearing Workshops, DART listened to its riders and the public, and as a result, changes were made to the original proposal. The "Bold type" indicates a change from or an addition to the original proposal based on public comments. New schedules will be available online and on buses in early May. [More] Full Article News
up TRAFFIC ALERT - UPDATED: Bridge Pier Reconstruction Will Require Lane Closures on I-95 SB By www.deldot.gov Published On :: Tue, 14 Apr 2020 11:28:06 GMT Newport -- As part of the Route 141 Improvements, I-95 Interchange to Jay Drive project, DelDOT announces to motorists that I-95 southbound at Route 141 interchange will have around the clock lane closures for the reconstruction of the bridge pier. The lane closures will begin at 8:00 p.m. on Sunday, April 5, 2020 until Noon on Friday, April 17, 2020, pending weather. Variable message boards will be posted to notify motorists of the upcoming lane closures. [More] Full Article Traffic
up TRAFFIC ALERT - UPDATED: Replacement of Culvert Will Require Paper Mill Road to be Closed By www.deldot.gov Published On :: Wed, 15 Apr 2020 17:49:37 GMT Newark -- Location: Bridge over Middle Run Tributary on Paper Mill Road from Possum Park Road to Fox Den Road, Newark. Dates and Times: 9:00 a.m. on April 9, 2020 until 5:00 p.m. on June 22, 2020, pending weather. In order to place the box culvert across the roadway, Paper Mill Road will be closed to motorists. [More] Full Article Traffic
up TRAFFIC ALERT - UPDATED: Paving Will Require the Closure of Hillyard and Brenford Roads Intersection By www.deldot.gov Published On :: Mon, 20 Apr 2020 13:39:41 GMT Smyrna -- Location: Hillyard Road and Brenford Road intersection, Smyrna. Dates and Times: 7:00 a.m. on April 27, 2020 until 3:30 p.m. on May 1, 2020, pending weather. Traffic Information: DelDOT announces to motorists that the intersection at Hillyard and Brenford Roads will be closed for paving. [More] Full Article Traffic
up TRAFFIC ALERT - UPDATED: Closure of Butler Avenue for Railroad Crossing Maintenance By www.deldot.gov Published On :: Tue, 21 Apr 2020 11:24:53 GMT Lincoln -- DelDOT announces to motorists that Delmarva Central Railroad will be resurfacing and performing general maintenance of their railroad crossing at Butler Avenue between North Old State Road and Front Street. The closure will begin at 5:00 a.m. on Saturday, April 18, 2020 until 11:59 p.m. on Tuesday, April 21, 2020. Detour Routes: Eastbound: Butler Avenue onto North Old State Road to Johnson Road to Front Street and return to Butler Avenue. [More] Full Article Traffic
up TRAFFIC ALERT - UPDATED: Closure of Warrington Road for Utility Crossroad Pipe Replacement By www.deldot.gov Published On :: Tue, 21 Apr 2020 16:51:57 GMT Rehoboth -- Location: Warrington Road CLOSED from Route 24/John J. Williams Highway to Old Landing Road, Rehoboth. Times & Dates: 6:00 a.m. on April 22, 2020 until 7:00 am on April 24, 2020 pending weather. [More] Full Article Traffic
up TRAFFIC ALERT - UPDATED: Bridge Deck Repairs Will Require the Closure of Milford's US 113 Northbound Overpass By www.deldot.gov Published On :: Thu, 23 Apr 2020 17:48:59 GMT Milford -- The Department of Transportation's (DelDOT) contractor Eastern Highway Specialists will be closing the US 113 Northbound Overpass in Milford between Frontage Road and Route 1 northbound to repair the bridge deck. The closure will begin at 9:00 a.m. on Monday, April 20, 2020. The overpass will reopen by 5:00 a.m. on Thursday, April 23, 2020. [More] Full Article Traffic
up TRAFFIC ALERT - UPDATED: Weekend Closure of Carr Road for Reconstruction By www.deldot.gov Published On :: Fri, 24 Apr 2020 16:13:20 GMT Wilmington -- Location: Carr Road, East of Marsh Road to the I-95 North Entrance Ramp, Wilmington. Dates and Times: 5:00 p.m. on Friday, April 24, 2020 until 5:00 a.m. on Monday, April 27, 2020, pending weather. Traffic Information: As part of the next phase of work on the I-95/Marsh Road interchange project, DelDOT announces to motorist that Carr Road will be closed to complete drainage work and concrete patching for the on-going phase of construction. [More] Full Article Traffic
up TRAFFIC ALERT - UPDATED: 2nd Street On Ramp to I-95 SB Closure to Begin on May 11, 2020 By www.deldot.gov Published On :: Wed, 29 Apr 2020 16:04:18 GMT Wilmington -- The Delaware Department of Transportation (DelDOT) announces the first project related to the I-95 corridor rehabilitation project began on Wednesday, April 15, 2020. This project will remove the existing I-95 southbound on-ramps and existing bridge structures for the 2nd Street and Jackson Street ramps and build a new ramp configuration for access to I-95 southbound. Additional left turn lanes will also be added on Lancaster Avenue to Adams Street and 2nd Street to the new reconfigured on-ramp. [More] Full Article Traffic
up TRAFFIC ALERT - UPDATED: Closure of Route 71/Red Lion Road for Sewer Installation By www.deldot.gov Published On :: Thu, 07 May 2020 19:19:02 GMT Bear -- Location: Route 71/Red Lion Road between Route 72/Wrangle Hill Road and Willow Oak Boulevard, Bear. Times and Dates: 7:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. each day, starting on Monday, May 18, 2020 until Friday, May 22, 2020, pending weather. In the event of inclement weather, the contractor may also use Saturday, May 23, 2020. [More] Full Article Traffic
up UPDATED: Daytime Lane Closures on South State Street and Route 10 for Construction of Multi-Use Path By www.deldot.gov Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 13:02:06 GMT Dover -- Location: Route 10 from Gateway Shopping Center to South State Street, Dover. Times and Dates: 8:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. weekdays, pending weather. May 11, 2020 until mid-October 2020, pending weather. [More] Full Article News
up Queensland Issues Nomination Criteria and Skilled Occupation List By www.visareporter.com Published On :: Mon, 29 Jul 2019 00:00:00 GMT The State of Queensland has released a new QSOL and nomination criteria for migration program in the present year. The highlights are:Onshore ApplicantsIn order to obtain the 489 visas applicants must be living in the regional areas of Queensland for… Full Article
up State, City Leaders Announce Group Violence Intervention (GVI) Project in Wilmington By news.delaware.gov Published On :: Tue, 30 Jul 2019 16:20:00 +0000 Social service agencies will partner with law enforcement to prevent gun violence WILMINGTON, Del. – State of Delaware social service agencies will partner with law enforcement to prevent gun violence in the City of Wilmington under a Group Violence Intervention (GVI) project announced by state and city leaders on Tuesday. Governor John Carney joined Wilmington […] Full Article Criminal Justice Delaware Health and Social Services Department of Correction Department of Justice Department of Services for Children Youth and their Families Governor John Carney Office of the Governor City of Wilmington FSCC governor Governor Carney GVI intervention law enforcement partnership social services Strengthening Communities violence
up UPDATE - DART is Operating a Reduced Service Level Statewide Until Further Notice By www.dartfirststate.com Published On :: Wed, 18 Mar 2020 20:30:00 GMT In addition to the service outlined below, starting on Thursday, March 19, Route 301 will add the weekday roundtrip leaving Wilmington at 4:20 AM, arriving in Dover at 5:42 AM; and then leaving Dover at 6:00 AM, arriving in Wilmington at 7:41 AM. Route 303 will be operating the weekday schedule. In Sussex County, Route 206 will operate on the normal weekday schedule. DART public transit services are operating on the following reduced service schedule until further notice. On weekdays, regular fixed route services are operating on a Saturday service schedule statewide, with additional service on Routes 15, 18, 43 and 301. DART’s regularly scheduled weekend service will operate normal service levels. For specifics, please visit https://www.DartFirstState.com. Statewide Paratransit services will continue to operate normal hours, as will the Reservations Call Center. Full Article
up 4463 Licensing and Registration of Operators of Public Water Supply Systems By regulations.delaware.gov Published On :: Mon, 04 May 2020 16:19:42 EDT DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND SOCIAL SERVICES: Division of Public Health Full Article final
up Easing of curbs: Mandi arrivals pick up, but harvesting hit by labour shortage By www.financialexpress.com Published On :: 2020-04-20T05:50:00+05:30 Truck drivers, traders, retailers, transporters and other stakeholders, who were facing problems in inter-state movement of any commodities, have been asked to seek help from the call centre. Full Article Economy
up Tighter FDI rules: China protests India measures; Niti Aayog chief says start-ups not to suffer By www.financialexpress.com Published On :: 2020-04-21T04:00:00+05:30 Prior to the move, all FDI proposals from only Pakistan and Bangladesh were required to be cleared by the government. Full Article Economy
up Equity support to MSMEs: Rs 10,000-crore fund soon By www.financialexpress.com Published On :: 2020-04-22T05:17:00+05:30 This fund of funds may make downstream investments in venture capital and alternative investment funds that will, in turn, invest in MSMEs with AAA or AA-rated ratings. Full Article Industry SME
up Crude crash: Oil reserves get a leg-up since March, yet import bill shrinks in FY20 By www.financialexpress.com Published On :: 2020-04-27T05:01:00+05:30 Meanwhile, domestic consumption of petroleum products in FY20 remained flat at 213.7 MT as sales of transportation fuels plummeted in March amid the country-wide lockdown. Full Article Markets
up Emerging models: Small firms giving up office space to save rent By www.financialexpress.com Published On :: 2020-04-27T05:30:00+05:30 Given the Indian economy could well contract in 2020-21,following the disruption to the pandemic, even bigger companies might enourage some employees to work from home. For small businesses there might be no other option. Full Article Industry
up COVID fight: Tax super rich, say IRS officials By www.financialexpress.com Published On :: 2020-04-27T06:15:00+05:30 Among other measures, the report suggests that inheritance tax, which was abolished in 1985, should be brought back as this would reduce concentration of wealth, widen tax base and enhance revenue. Full Article Income Tax Money
up Kerala Model: Weekend mobile, TV shops thrive but supply a constraint By www.financialexpress.com Published On :: 2020-04-29T01:30:00+05:30 The concern is genuine as new hotspots are emerging in districts like Idukki and Kottayam that were earlier in the green zone and considered safe. Full Article Industry
up Reliance Jio’s net profit up 73% in Q4 By www.financialexpress.com Published On :: 2020-05-01T01:40:00+05:30 Jio's voice volume at 876,340 million minutes registered an increase of 6% compared to the preceding quarter. Usage per customer at 771 minutes, per month registered a rise of 1.4% sequentially. Full Article Industry
up Frequently asked questions related to COVID-19 and SAS customer support By feedproxy.google.com Published On :: Tue, 17 Mar 2020 22:28:36 +0000 COVID-19 is truly a global health issue affecting everyone and causing concern for you, our customers. As we all continue to navigate the uncertainty of this outbreak, SAS is committed to supporting your business as a valued partner and will ensure continuity of service. We created this guide to address [...] Frequently asked questions related to COVID-19 and SAS customer support was published on SAS Users. Full Article Tech coronavirus SAS coronavirus updates
up Child Support Begins Sending Payments to New ReliaCard® By news.delaware.gov Published On :: Fri, 14 Feb 2020 20:28:35 +0000 NEW CASTLE (Feb. 14, 2020) – On Monday, Feb. 10, the Delaware Division of Child Support Services successfully began sending payments to the new prepaid debit card, issued by U.S. Bank ReliaCard, for child support recipients. New applicants of the ReliaCard will have payments sent to their card on Feb. 17, 2020. The Division of […] Full Article Delaware Health and Social Services Division of Child Support Services News ReliaCard
up DuPont Nature Center to reopen April 1 By news.delaware.gov Published On :: Wed, 04 Mar 2020 18:14:42 +0000 The DuPont Nature Center at Mispillion Harbor Reserve will reopen for the 2020 season Wednesday, April 1. Full Article Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control Division of Fish and Wildlife cleanup MIspillion Harbor Reserve outdoors and recreation reopening spring volunteers wildlife
up Governor Carney Announces Superior Court Nominations By news.delaware.gov Published On :: Sat, 07 Mar 2020 18:21:34 +0000 WILMINGTON, Del. – Governor John Carney on Friday announced his intention to nominate New Castle County Superior Court Judge Charlie Butler as Superior Court Resident Judge, New Castle County. Judge Butler – who since 2012 has served as a judge on the Superior Court in New Castle County – would replace Resident Judge of Superior […] Full Article Governor John Carney Office of the Governor governor Governor Carney judicial nominations Nomination
up DelDOT Shares Update on Public Services By news.delaware.gov Published On :: Fri, 13 Mar 2020 19:57:34 +0000 Due to the presence of Coronavirus (COVID-19) in Delaware and the direction of medical professionals, the Delaware Department of Transportation (DelDOT) has implemented several additional measures to clean facilities and vehicles used by the public to help limit the spread of the illness. At Delaware’s four motor vehicle service centers, three toll plazas, and two […] Full Article Delaware Transit Corporation Department of Transportation Division of Motor Vehicles Governor John Carney Kent County New Castle County News Sussex County Coronavirus DART DelDOT DelDOT -- News DMV
up DPH Provides Update on Individuals Being Tested By news.delaware.gov Published On :: Fri, 13 Mar 2020 21:10:48 +0000 DOVER (March 13, 2020) – The Delaware Division of Public Health (DPH) is providing an update on the number of individuals currently being tested for coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). In Delaware, a total of 72 individuals have been tested for COVID-19, including the 4 individuals who tested positive for the disease (these results are pending […] Full Article Delaware Health and Social Services Division of Public Health News 2019 Novel Coronavirus Coronavirus COVID-19
up Update on DART Services By news.delaware.gov Published On :: Mon, 16 Mar 2020 20:27:07 +0000 As of Monday, March 16, all DART public transit services are operating as regularly scheduled. Due to the presence of Coronavirus (COVID-19) in Delaware and the direction of medical professionals, Delaware Transit Corporation (DTC) has implemented several additional measures to clean facilities and vehicles used by the public to help limit the spread of the […] Full Article Delaware Transit Corporation Department of Transportation Kent County New Castle County News Sussex County Coronavirus DART DelDOT DelDOT -- News
up DelDOT Operational Changes Update for March 17, 2020 By news.delaware.gov Published On :: Tue, 17 Mar 2020 20:16:00 +0000 The Delaware Department of Transportation (DelDOT) continues to review operational needs while keeping the health and safety of our employees and customers in mind. Effective Tuesday, March 17, 2020 at 6:00pm, the Biden Welcome Center on I-95 in Newark will temporarily close to the public as efforts continue to limit crowds from gathering in response […] Full Article Department of Transportation Division of Motor Vehicles Kent County New Castle County News Sussex County Coronavirus DelDOT DelDOT -- News DMV
up Delaware agriculture critical to supplying consumers with food during COVID-19 outbreak By news.delaware.gov Published On :: Wed, 18 Mar 2020 01:14:53 +0000 DOVER, Del. – The Delaware Department of Agriculture continues to provide services to the public and industry to ensure that our food supply remains safe and plentiful for consumers during the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) outbreak. “As Delaware’s number one industry, family farms are crucial to supplying a variety of food from poultry and meats, […] Full Article Department of Agriculture Forest Service News agriculture Coronavirus coronavirus disease 2019 COVID-19 Delaware Department of Agriculture Delaware Secretary of Agriculture Michael T. Scuse farmers. coronavirus
up March 18: Watch Live Update on Coronavirus Disease By news.delaware.gov Published On :: Wed, 18 Mar 2020 17:31:52 +0000 Dr. Kara Odom Walker, Secretary of the Delaware Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS), and Dr. Karyl Rattay, Director of the DE Division of Public Health update on the coronavirus. For the latest Delaware updates, visit de.gov/coronavirus Full Article Featured Video News 2019 Novel Coronavirus Coronavirus Dr. Kara Odom Walker Dr. Karyl Rattay
up Delaware Secretary of Agriculture on Importance of Maintaining Food Supply Chain During State of Emergency By news.delaware.gov Published On :: Wed, 18 Mar 2020 18:02:35 +0000 DOVER (March 18, 2020) – Maintaining the supply of food and fiber for our citizens, especially during times of an emergency, is of paramount importance. Our poultry industry plays a critical role in feeding our citizens and supplying an abundant, healthy source of protein. “It is extremely important that the entire vertically integrated chain of […] Full Article Department of Agriculture agriculture Coronavirus Delaware Department of Agriculture Delaware Secretary of Agriculture Michael T. Scuse farmers food production food supply chain poultry
up Governor Carney Announces HELP Program to Support Delaware Small Businesses By news.delaware.gov Published On :: Wed, 18 Mar 2020 18:16:34 +0000 Hospitality businesses will be eligible for immediate financial assistance, unemployment benefits for workers expanded WILMINGTON, Del. – Governor John Carney on Wednesday announced the Hospitality Emergency Loan Program (HELP) to provide financial relief for restaurants, bars and other hospitality industry businesses that employ thousands of Delawareans. “Restaurants, bars, hotels, and other hospitality-related businesses, and their workers, are […] Full Article Governor John Carney Office of the Governor Coronavirus governor Governor Carney small business
up Governor Carney Issues Second Update to Emergency Declaration By news.delaware.gov Published On :: Wed, 18 Mar 2020 20:34:06 +0000 Second update provides support to restaurant industry WILMINGTON, Del. – Governor John Carney on Wednesday issued a second modification to his emergency declaration that allows any restaurant, brewpub, tavern or taproom with a valid on-premise license to sell alcoholic beverages as part of transactions for take-out food or drive through food service. Alcohol sales cannot […] Full Article Governor John Carney Office of the Governor Coronavirus governor Governor Carney state of emergency
up COVID-19 Update March 18, 2020: Public Health Announces 9 Additional Positive Cases By news.delaware.gov Published On :: Wed, 18 Mar 2020 20:41:35 +0000 DOVER (March 18, 2020) – The Delaware Division of Public Health (DPH) is providing an update on the number of positive cases of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) reported in the state. There have been 26 total laboratory-confirmed cases in all three counties in the state since March 11. This includes nine additional cases since yesterday. […] Full Article Delaware Health and Social Services Division of Public Health News Coronavirus coronavirus disease 2019 COVID-19
up COVID-19 Update March 19, 2020: Public Health Announces Four Additional Positive Cases By news.delaware.gov Published On :: Thu, 19 Mar 2020 20:15:19 +0000 DOVER (March 19, 2020) – The Delaware Division of Public Health (DPH) is providing an update on the number of positive cases of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) reported in the state. There have been 30 total laboratory-confirmed cases in the state since March 11. This includes four additional cases since yesterday. Of the Delawareans diagnosed […] Full Article Delaware Health and Social Services Division of Public Health News 2019 Novel Coronavirus Coronavirus COVID-19
up UPDATE on DNREC operations in response to COVID-19 By news.delaware.gov Published On :: Fri, 20 Mar 2020 15:15:39 +0000 Events, including private rentals, canceled through May 15. One-day cleaning period implemented between rentals of State Park cabins and cottages. Full Article Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control camping closures Coronavirus COVID-19 fees fishing health and safety hunting outdoors and recreation permitting and regulation state parks
up Modified upstate stream trout season to open in New Castle County streams By news.delaware.gov Published On :: Fri, 20 Mar 2020 20:49:12 +0000 Anglers encouraged to practice responsible social distancing. Trout streams closed March 21 until opening. Full Article Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control Division of Fish and Wildlife anglers Coronavirus fishing outdoors and recreation stocking trout wildlife
up COVID-19 Update for March 20, 2020: DPH Announces Nine Additional Positive Cases By news.delaware.gov Published On :: Fri, 20 Mar 2020 22:06:09 +0000 The Delaware Division of Public Health (DPH) is providing an update on the number of positive cases of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) reported in the state. Full Article Delaware Health and Social Services Division of Public Health News 2019 Novel Coronavirus Coronavirus coronavirus disease 2019 COVID-19
up Governor Carney Issues Third Update to State of Emergency By news.delaware.gov Published On :: Sat, 21 Mar 2020 16:31:57 +0000 Delaware beaches closed to help slow spread of coronavirus REHOBOTH, Del. – Governor John Carney on Saturday issued a third modification to his emergency declaration. The new orders close Delaware beaches to help slow the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19). The public is prohibited from accessing the beach except to exercise or walk their dogs […] Full Article Delaware Health and Social Services Division of Public Health Governor John Carney Office of the Governor Coronavirus governor Governor Carney state of emergency
up DelDOT Operational Changes Update for March 21 By news.delaware.gov Published On :: Sat, 21 Mar 2020 19:43:06 +0000 The Delaware Department of Transportation (DelDOT) continues to review operational needs while keeping the health and safety of our employees and customers in mind. Effective Monday, March 23, 2020, all four DMV locations will go to kiosk, drive-through and emergency appointment only. Dealer paperwork can be dropped off for processing and picked up when notified. […] Full Article Department of Transportation Division of Motor Vehicles Kent County New Castle County News Sussex County Coronavirus DelDOT DelDOT -- News DMV
up COVID-19 Update for March 21, 2020: DPH Announces Six Additional Positive Cases By news.delaware.gov Published On :: Sat, 21 Mar 2020 21:20:19 +0000 There have been 45 total laboratory-confirmed cases in the state since March 11. This includes six additional cases since yesterday. Of the Delawareans diagnosed with COVID-19, 32 are from New Castle County, five are from Kent County, and eight are from Sussex County. Full Article Delaware Health and Social Services Division of Public Health News 2019 Novel Coronavirus Coronavirus coronavirus disease 2019 COVID-19
up COVID-19 Update For March 22, 2020: DPH Announces Eleven Additional Positive Cases By news.delaware.gov Published On :: Sun, 22 Mar 2020 21:19:04 +0000 The Delaware Division of Public Health (DPH) is providing an update on the number of positive cases of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) reported in the state. There have been 56 total laboratory-confirmed cases in the state since March 11. This includes 11 additional cases since yesterday. Of the Delawareans diagnosed with COVID-19, 39 are from […] Full Article Delaware Health and Social Services Division of Public Health News 2019 Novel Coronavirus Coronavirus COVID-19
up Grants up to $4,500 for Volunteer Fire Departments By news.delaware.gov Published On :: Mon, 23 Mar 2020 17:00:16 +0000 Delaware volunteer fire departments that respond to rural wildfires can apply for matching grants up to $4,500 from the Delaware Forest Service's 2020 Volunteer Fire Assistance (VFA) Equipment Grant Program. Since its inception, the program has provided more than $350,000 to enhance wildfire response in the First State. The application deadline is Wednesday, May 13, with awardees notified by June 1. All requests must show a 50-50 match in either cash or in-kind services, such as volunteer hours spent on training or responding to field fires. Projects and purchases must be completed by August 1, 2020. For more information, contact Kyle Hoyd at (302) 698-4548 or Kyle.Hoyd@delaware.gov Full Article Department of Agriculture Forest Service Kent County New Castle County News Sussex County Delaware Forest Service Delaware State Fire School Delaware Volunteer Fire Companies Delaware wildland fire program volunteer fire assistance grants
up COVID-19 Update for March 23, 2020: Public Health Announces 31 Additional Positive Cases By news.delaware.gov Published On :: Mon, 23 Mar 2020 23:32:44 +0000 DOVER (March 23, 2020) – The Delaware Division of Public Health (DPH) is providing an update on the number of positive cases of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) reported in the state. There have been 87 total laboratory-confirmed cases in the state since March 11. This includes 31 additional cases since yesterday. Of the Delawareans diagnosed […] Full Article Delaware Health and Social Services Division of Public Health News Coronavirus COVID-19