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DNREC-sponsored ‘Butterflies and Clean Water’ presentations set for March 2 and 30 as part of Reclaim Our River Program

DNREC, Abbott’s Mill Nature Center, and the Nanticoke Watershed Alliance will host free presentations in Laurel on saving the monarch butterfly, gardening for butterflies, and the importance of clean water.




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Division of the Arts to Host Annual State Employee Art Exhibition

More than 280 state employees and their family members have registered to show artwork at Delaware State University Art Center/Gallery Dover, Del. (February 17, 2020) – The free exhibition will be open to the public from February 24 to March 25, 2020 at the Art Center/Gallery at Delaware State University, Dover. CANCELED AS OF 3/12/2020 […]




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Attorney General Jennings announces bipartisan, multistate investigation of JUUL

Attorney General Kathy Jennings today announced that Delaware has joined a bipartisan, multistate investigation of JUUL Labs. The 39-state coalition is investigating JUUL’s marketing and sales practices, including targeting of youth. The investigation also concerns claims regarding nicotine content, statements regarding the risks and safety of e-cigarettes, and the effectiveness of e-cigarettes as smoking cessation […]



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DART Relaunches Adopt-A-Shelter Program

The Delaware Transit Corporation (DTC) has announced the relaunch of the DART Adopt-A-Shelter program. The primary focus of the program is to enlist schools, community organizations and business partners to assist in providing attractive and inviting bus shelters for our customers. John Sisson, DTC CEO stated, “We are excited to relaunch our Adopt-A-Shelter Program. While […]




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Mosquito Control Section spraying to start in spring woodland pools

DOVER, Del. – The Mosquito Control Section within DNREC’s Division of Fish & Wildlife this weekend will launch its annual campaign to protect Delawareans and First State visitors from biting mosquitoes. The Mosquito Control Section’s first “Fight the Bite” mission for 2020 is the spraying of spring woodland pools to control aquatic immature mosquitoes starting Saturday, March 14, weather permitting. Spring spraying will begin in southern Sussex County and expand into Kent and New Castle counties over the next several weeks.



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Update on DART Services

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 […]




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The Delaware Department of Labor Expands Unemployment Benefits to Workers Affected by the COVID-19 Pandemic

In accordance with the Governor’s amended State of Emergency declaration, the Honorable Cerron Cade, Secretary of Labor for the State of Delaware has issued new guidelines to enhance the flexibility of Delaware’s unemployment insurance program to provide cash assistance to many Delaware workers whose employment has been impacted directly by coronavirus [COVID-19] and who would […]




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DART to Operate Reduced Statewide Weekday Service Level Beginning Wednesday, March 18

Due to the presence of Coronavirus (COVID-19) in Delaware, business closures, reductions in staffing and lower ridership levels, effective Wednesday, March 18, DART public transit services will operate on the following reduced service schedule until further notice. On weekdays, regular fixed route services will operate on a Saturday service schedule statewide, with additional service on […]




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Governor Carney and Dogfish Head announce partnership for distillery to produce hand sanitizer for State of Delaware

MILTON, Del. – The State of Delaware and Dogfish Head Craft Brewery are partnering to make more, much-needed hand sanitizer available to the state government. Dogfish Head, one of Delaware’s best-known businesses, began distilling spirits in Delaware in 2002 and has now committed part of its operations to also make hand sanitizer. As it ramps […]



  • Governor John Carney
  • Office of the Governor
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Grants up to $4,500 for Volunteer Fire Departments

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



  • 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
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Delaware’s SNAP Program to Issue Emergency Benefits Available Starting April 1

Existing clients may receive additional benefits for March 2020 and April 2020 NEW CASTLE (March 30, 2020) – Emergency benefits will be made available to Delaware Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) participants for the months of March and April as part of a provision set forth by the federal Families First Coronavirus Responses Act of […]




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DART Institutes Additional Safety Measures

Beginning Thursday, April 2, DART will limit the number of passengers allowed on each bus at any given time, based on bus seating capacity. Passenger boardings will be through the rear door with no fare collection. Riders needing boarding assistance will be allowed to continue boarding through the front door. In order to accommodate riders, DART […]




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The National Endowment for the Arts Announces CARES Act Funding Guidelines

Regional and State Arts Agencies to Disburse 40% of Funds Through Local and Regional Programs Washington, DC (April 8, 2020) – This morning, the National Endowment for the Arts announced guidelines to distribute funding to nonprofit arts organizations from the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act to preserve jobs and help support organizations […]




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Governor Carney Formally Extends State of Emergency; Partners with Nextdoor on Neighborhood Outreach

Governor teams up with popular social network to keep Delawareans informed of the latest on the neighborhood level   WILMINGTON, Del. – Governor John Carney on Friday formally extended the State of Emergency declaration in place to limit the spread of COVID-19, and announced a partnership with the social network Nextdoor to keep Delawareans informed on […]



  • Governor John Carney
  • Office of the Governor
  • Coronavirus
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Delaware celebrates 50th anniversary of Earth Day

Delawareans are invited to join millions of people around the globe to celebrate Earth Day on April 22.




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Delaware Department of Labor Releases Guidelines on 13 Week Extension of Unemployment Benefits

The federal Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Stability Act (CARES Act) created a new program called Pandemic Emergency Unemployment Compensation (PEUC), which provides 13 weeks of extended unemployment benefits to eligible workers.



  • Department of Labor
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  • Delaware Department of Labor
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Governor Carney Partners with Health Providers and Sussex Employers on Community Testing Sites, Outreach, Education

WILMINGTON, Del. – Governor John Carney on Wednesday announced a partnership with the Delaware Division of Public Health (DPH), the Delaware Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS), the Delaware Emergency Management Agency, the Delaware Department of Agriculture, Westside Family Healthcare, local hospital systems, poultry industry employers, Federally Qualified Health Centers, and trusted community partners […]




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DNREC appeals Public Service Commission’s Earth Day action to halt key environmental policy

DNREC filed in Delaware Superior Court on Monday to stop the Public Service Commission from freezing Delaware’s increasing standard for renewable energy.




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Division of the Arts announces CARES Organization Relief grant

Eligible applicants include those that received General Operating Support from FY 18/19/20 or Project Support from FY20 Wilmington, DE (April 30, 2020) – The Delaware Division of the Arts, with support from the National Endowment for the Arts through the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, has developed a program to help secure […]




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DNREC state parks, wildlife area visitors must bring masks starting Friday

Starting Friday those aged 13 or older are now required to bring a face mask with them to enter state parks, wildlife areas and reserves.



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  • Division of Parks and Recreation
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  • permitting and regulation
  • social distancing
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El gobernador Carney emite la Decimocuarta Modificación a la Declaración de Estado de Emergencia

La modificación prevé protecciones adicionales para los arrendatarios de Delaware   WILMINGTON, Del. – El gobernador John Carney emitió el jueves la decimocuarta modificación a su declaración de Estado de Emergencia, la cual prevé protecciones adicionales para los arrendatarios de Delaware durante la pandemia de COVID-19, y extiende hasta el 1.° de junio la fecha […]



  • Governor John Carney
  • Office of the Governor
  • Coronavirus

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Fees, passes required at state parks, wildlife areas starting Friday, May 8

DNREC will reinstate entry fees and park pass requirements at all State Parks and require a Conservation Access Pass to enter state wildlife areas, May 8.



  • Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control
  • Division of Fish and Wildlife
  • Division of Parks and Recreation
  • conservation access pass
  • COVID
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  • health and safety
  • outdoors and recreation
  • parks pass
  • permitting and regulation

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Škoda Auto to resume production with protective measures in Czech Republic starting 27 April

Specific steps will be taken to keep the workforce healthy and organisational provisions to prevent the spread of COVID-19 in the workplace. Production at our three Skoda Auto Czech sites has been suspended since 18 March 2020.




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Ola partners with Delhi Government for free ambulance service for non-COVID cases

Ola is providing transport services for all non-COVID medical trips such as scheduled check-ups, dialysis, chemotherapy and for immediate medical needs such as injuries, amongst others.




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Amid Coronavirus pandemic, Volkswagen starts online car sales: Integrates 137 sales touchpoints across India

All Volkswagen facilities across the network along with the vehicles will be thoroughly sanitized on a regular basis for their safety.




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Mercedes-Benz India starts online bookings: Book a car or service from home

The Mercedes-Benz Merc From Home initiative helps eliminate human contact and promotes transparency with respect to vehicle availability and prices.




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Volkswagen starts limited production in Germany through multi-shift operation

Volkswagen has shared this 100-point plan with its more than 40,000 suppliers and logistics partners throughout the world.




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Skoda Superb facelift bookings start online: Expected price, launch, specs, features

The Skoda Superb facelift has a 2.0-litre petrol engine and Matrix LED headlights while its competitor will be the Toyota Camry hybrid.




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Exclusive: More powerful Nissan Kicks facelift bookings to start in May; will rival Creta, Seltos

The new Nissan Kicks facelift might just be the shot in the arm for the Japanese manufacturer and could come with really competitive pricing.




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Book a Jeep Compass online as FCA starts ‘Touch-free’ sales

The Jeep Compass is the only model that can be booked online currently whereas home delivery will be given once the lockdown ends.




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Ferrari restarts production after longest closure ever due to Coronavirus crisis

Operations at the Ferrari factories in Maranello and Modena will resume after the tragic coronavirus lockdown in Italy.




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Maruti Suzuki dealerships resume with new Covid-19 instructions: Deliveries to start soon

The Maruti Suzuki showrooms are being encouraged to ask its employees to wear masks, gloves and maintain social distancing.




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Mercedes-Benz India factory and dealerships restart under Covid-19 safety rules

While the factory has restarted operations, it is at a partial stage and same is the case with dealerships.




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Droom launches Jumpstart: Doorstep servicing for vehicles grounded by lockdown at Rs 499

Fleet companies, RWAs, hospitals, logistics providers, private and public bus owners, hotels that offer commute, garages, dealerships, can all avail Droom's Jumpstart service.




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Covid-19 lockdown: BMW Group India restarts production at Chennai plant today onwards

In order to ensure a safer workplace environment, BMW Chennai plant has implemented several precautionary measures including remodelling of plant layout, individual protective gear for all employees and more.




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BMW 8 Series and M8 launched in India: Prices start from 1.29 crore

The BMW 8 Series Gran Coupe has been launched in India for a starting price of Rs 1.28 crore while the Sporty M8 Coupe costs Rs 2.15 crore.




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Covid-19 lockdown: Hyundai rolls out 200 cars on first day as production restarts at Chennai plant

Hyundai Motor India claims that it is ensuring 100 percent social distancing compliance in accordance with the standard operating procedure. 




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Seaford Police Department Non-traditional Distracted Driving Operation a Success

Seaford Police Department Phone: (302) 629-6644 Address: 300 Virginia Avenue, Seaford, DE 19973 Fax: (302) 629-0672 EMERGENCY 911   Seaford Police Department Non-traditional Distracted Driving Operation a Success   08/01/2019   In June and July of 2019, the Seaford Police Department, in conjunction with the Delaware Office of Highway Safety, conducted ‘Operation Cool Down,’ a […]




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Participate in the Great Shake-Out

The Delaware Emergency Management Agency (DEMA) encourages people across the state to take part in the Great Shakeout Earthquake Drill



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Governor Carney Announces Leadership Changes at Department of Safety and Homeland Security

WILMINGTON, Del. –  Governor John Carney announced on Friday that Secretary Robert Coupe – a longtime leader in Delaware law enforcement – will step down from his current role as the head of the Delaware Department of Safety and Homeland Security next month to join the Office of the Attorney General. “There are few people […]




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Delhi HC allows Bharti Airtel to rectify GST returns, claim Rs 923-crore refund

In a relief to Sunil Bhari-led Bharti Airtel, the Delhi High Court has allowed the telco to rectify its GST returns for July 2017 to September 2017 and thus claim refund of Rs 923 crore, which was denied earlier by the tax department.




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ArcelorMittal reports $1.1 billion net loss in March quarter

"ArcelorMittal recorded a net loss for quarter 1, 2020 of USD 1.1 billion... as compared to a net loss for quarter 4, 2019 of USD 1.9 billion and a net income for quarter 1, 2019 of USD 0.4 billion," the company said. 




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Swiggy co-founder Rahul Jaimini quits after six years; to join this edtech startup

A founder leaving a large internet company hasn’t been a very common move in the Indian startup ecosystem. Nonetheless, in a similar instance, Zomato’s co-founder Pankaj Chaddah had left the company in 2018 after 10 years.




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OnePlus announces OnePlus Bullets Wireless Z India availability details, gets Flipkart on-board for sales

OnePlus Bullets Wireless Z price in India is Rs 1,999 and the product will be available in three options, black, blue and oat.




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Cartoon: Gated-Ade

Young entrepreneurs are crushing it on collecting personal data




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Samsung, Xiaomi, Oppo and vivo set to restart manufacturing in India

After implementing a countrywide lockdown in March due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Indian government has begun to slowly lift its restrictions. These measures forced manufacturers like Samsung, Xiaomi, Oppo and vivo to temporarily suspend their smartphone production but with the eased restrictions all four are getting back to normal working conditions. Samsung Noida factory Samsung India issued a statement where it confirmed smartphone production in its Noida factory has already been restarted in limited capacity. Xiaomi also confirmed its manufacturing partner Foxconn has been...




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LG Q70 lands at Verizon starting at $239.99

Today Verizon has launched the LG Q70, and it's already available to order online from the carrier. If you want to get it outright, you'll have to pay $349.99, which is the full retail price. However, if you don't mind choosing Verizon's installment plan, you'll pay $0 down then followed by 24 monthly installments of $9.99, adding up to a total of just $239.99. That's definitely a good price, so you may be wondering what you're getting in return. The Q70 was unveiled back in August of last year, when it was the Korean company's first handset to come with a punch-hole selfie camera....




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Smart Investing: Asset allocation in times of coronavirus

Stick to asset allocation matrix, take regular profits and go for bottom fishing in select stocks/ MF schemes in these turbulent times




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Smart investing: Asset allocation in the time of Coronavirus crisis

Multi-asset funds of mutual funds can be a good option for asset allocation mix even as gold is a good diversifIer. Also, do keep emergency funds in debt funds & fixed deposits




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Insurers start standard health policy with sum insured Rs 1-5 lakh

Currently, there are several health insurance products in the market and every insurer designs products basis their underwriting guidelines, claims experience, risk assessment.