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Information on 2019 Novel Coronavirus from Division of Public Health

With recent cases of 2019 novel coronavirus (2019-nCoV) reported in several countries including the U.S., health officials across the nation are increasing monitoring efforts to identify potential cases. The Division of Public Health (DPH) has posted information on its website https://dhss.delaware.gov/dhss/dph and we are sharing information about 2019-nCoV and our activities related to the outbreak.



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Forza Street now available for Android and iOS




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Amazons online third person shooter game Crucible finally has a release date




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Vodafone Idea reintroduces Double Data offer starting at Rs 299 in India




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Motorola Razr 2019 listed on Flipkart, will be available from May 8




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OnePlus Bullets Wireless Z to be available on both Amazon and Flipkart, sale dates revealed





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BLOG : बेगडी धर्मनिरपेक्षता आणि सत्तापालट

पंतप्रधान होऊ घातलेल्या मोदींचे व्यक्तिमत्त्वच असे आहे की लोक एक तर त्यांचे खंदे प्रशंसक असतात किंवा त्यांचा तिरस्कार करणारे कट्टर विरोधक तरी असतात.




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DelDOT Shares Update on Public Services

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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 rest areas, additional cleaning is taking place throughout the day including disinfecting all public seating, as well as door handles, kiosks, and counters.

"DelDOT provides services to thousands of Delawareans each day, and we want to do all we can to ensure their safety and that of our employees as we work together to limit the spread of Coronavirus," said Secretary of Transportation Jennifer Cohan. [More]




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TRAFFIC ALERT - Closure of Blackbird Forest Road for Crossroad Pipe Replacement

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Location: Blackbird Forest Road between Blackbird Station Road and US 13, near Townsend.

Times and Dates: 7:00 a.m. on April 15, 2020 until 3:00 p.m. on April 22, 2020, pending weather.

Traffic Information: DelDOT announces to motorists that Blackbird Forest Road will be closed for the removal and replacement of a crossroad pipe for drainage improvements. [More]




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TRAFFIC ALERT - Route 48/Lancaster Pike, Route 141 to Union Street Pedestrian Accessible Route and Pavement Project to Begin

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The Delaware Department of Transportation (DelDOT) announces to motorists that this project will begin on Monday, May 18, 2020. Motorists can anticipate daytime lane and shoulder closure on weekdays from 7:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. on Route 48/Lancaster Pike and Lancaster Avenue.

This project will improve the Pedestrian Accessible Route (PAR) and sidewalk connections along Lancaster Pike from West Court Drive to DuPont Road. [More]




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Sizable Decline in Processing Time to Obtain Citizenship in Australia

Based on the data of the Australian Home Affairs Department the time to process applications seeking Australian citizenship was reduced by 10 percent during 2019. Achieving Substantial ProgressIt has moreover, confirmed that the number of approvals…




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Please Use Public Transit For Essential Trips Only

Please use public transit for essential trips only. When you need to get to work, to the grocery store or pharmacy, or to other critical destinations, we’re here for you. If your trip isn’t essential, please stay home and leave the seat for a healthcare worker or someone who needs critical access.

 

If you are feeling sick, please do not take public transit or visit public facilities. For more information on the state's response to the Coronavirus, visit de.gov/coronavirus.

 

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Face Coverings Required on Public Transportation

Governor Carney’s State of Emergency declaration, starting Tuesday, April 28, requires the wearing of face coverings on public transportation until further notice.  To comply, passengers* must wear face coverings when riding any DART bus, fixed route or paratransit, or SEPTA train, and while waiting at a bus stop or train station with others.  Those not wearing face coverings will not be allowed to board the bus or train.  Please continue to practice social distancing. Thank you for your cooperation.

*children 12 years and under are not required to wear a face covering nor are individuals who are unable to wear a face covering due to a medical condition; children ages 2 and under must not wear them.




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4463 Licensing and Registration of Operators of Public Water Supply Systems

DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND SOCIAL SERVICES: Division of Public Health




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Resuming operations post-COVID-19 lockdown: Auto, phone, durable firms continue to remain shut

Delay in local clearances, incomplete supply chain and closure of front-end sales, key reason for firms in a wait and watch mode




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Why Reliance Jio won’t be able to offer discounted services to its users – Explained

Other telcos may face the heat in the long term by the nature of partnership which over time may see their high-end subscribers moving on to Jio's network just by the brand pull of WhatsApp.




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HUL sees more troubles ahead

The company’s net profits saw a slight fall to Rs 1,519 crore as the operating profit margin came in at 22.9%, down 160 basis points y-o-y leaving the operating profit lower by 15% y-o-y at Rs 2,065 crore.




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Tracking covid: Rate of doubling of cases rising sharply

A state-wise comparison shows that the states with the highest cases like Delhi, Maharashtra and Gujarat still seem to be doubling every 10 days.




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Economic Relief Package 2.0 soon, possible to raise $60 billion by listing govt bonds overseas: CEA KV Subramanian

In an interview to India Today channel, the CEA said: “About $4 trillion of money tracks these (global) bond indices. India is expected to get a weight of around 1.5-3%. Even if you take 1.5%, that translates into $60 billion.”







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8 Workers Injured In Blast At Government-Owned Plant In Tamil Nadu

Eight contractual workers were injured in Tamil Nadu's Cuddalore district on Thursday in a boiler explosion in a central government-owned Lignite mining and power-generation company's plant.




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Larger Public Interest: Kerala High Court On Plea For Opening Churches

Kerala High Court on Friday said that the petitioner, seeking directions to allow opening of churches in the state in the wake of various lockdown relaxations, can move a representation for...




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DNREC Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police Blotter: Feb. 3-9

To help achieve public compliance with laws and regulations, officers from Feb. 3-9 made 869 public contacts and responded to 22 complaints.




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Delaware Medicare Assistance Bureau to Hold Public Meetings

Newly Medicare-eligible residents encouraged to attend Welcome to Medicare: 2020 The Delaware Medicare Assistance Bureau (DMAB), a division of the Department of Insurance, has announced a series of Welcome to Medicare: 2020 events taking place throughout the year. More than a dozen public learning sessions will take place across the state. Participants will learn about […]




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DNREC Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police Blotter: Feb. 10-16

To help achieve public compliance with laws and regulations, officers from Feb. 10-16 made 1,508 public contacts.




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Funding available to communities to plan for coastal flooding and climate change impacts

DNREC is soliciting letters of interest to enter into projects that will support local resilience planning and adaptation activities in Delaware.




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Two wells near Dover AFB have possible elevated PFOS/PFOA levels

Preliminary results show two wells near the base (AFB) have possible elevated levels of perfluorooctane sulfonate (PFOS) and perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA).



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As public process begins to create plan for climate change, survey shows majority of Delawareans say it is time to act

Public input sessions are beginning next week to create Delaware’s plan to mitigate, adapt and respond to climate change.




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DNREC Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police Blotter: Feb. 17-23

To help achieve public compliance with laws and regulations, officers from Feb. 17-23 made 1,376 public contacts and responded to 53 complaints.




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Division of Public Health: 2 Patients in Kent County Under Investigation for Coronavirus Disease

STANTON (March 2, 2020) – Delaware Division of Public Health (DPH) Director Dr. Karyl Rattay announced at a press conference today that DPH has two Patients Under Investigation (PUIs) for coronavirus disease in Kent County, who had traveled to a country under a travel alert. Three previous PUIs were tested and all came back negative. […]



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Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police Blotter: Feb. 24 – March 1

To help achieve public compliance with laws and regulations, officers from Feb. 24 - March 1 made 1,812 public contacts and responded to 34 complaints.




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2020 Delaware Fishing Guide available now

Anglers eager to learn what fish are available to catch within or offshore Delaware, including size and quantity possession limits, will welcome the 2020 Delaware Fishing Guide. The new fishing guide is free from DNREC’s Division of Fish & Wildlife online, at licensing agents statewide, and at DNREC’s license office at 89 Kings Highway, Dover, DE 19901.




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DNREC postpones public events

The Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control is focused on taking a proactive and preventative approach to keep communities safe.




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Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police Blotter March 2-8

To help achieve public compliance with laws and regulations, officers from March 2-8 made 1,351 public contacts and responded to 49 complaints.




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DelDOT Shares Update on Public Services

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 […]




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Governor Carney Authorizes Public Bodies to Meet Electronically

WILMINGTON, Del. –  Governor John Carney on Friday authorized all meetings of public bodies to be conducted electronically until further notice. Governor Carney on Thursday issued a State of Emergency declaration to prepare for the spread of Coronavirus (COVID-19). The emergency declaration allows the State of Delaware executive branch agencies to conduct public meetings electronically to […]




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Public Health Announces Additional Positive Case of Coronavirus in Delaware

DOVER (March 15, 2020) – The Delaware Division of Public Health (DPH) is announcing one additional positive case of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). The case involves a New Castle County woman under the age of 30. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is no longer requiring presumptive positive results to go through CDC […]



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Governor Carney Postpones Government Efficiency Accountability Review (GEAR) Public Meetings

WILMINGTON, Del. – Governor Carney announced on Monday that the State of Delaware Government Efficiency & Accountability Review (GEAR) public meetings planned in each county over the coming weeks will be postponed until further notice. The town halls were originally scheduled for March 19, 24, and 30.   Delawareans with questions about COVID-19 or their […]



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Public Health Announces Eighth Positive Case of Coronavirus in Delaware

DOVER (March 15, 2020) – The Delaware Division of Public Health (DPH) is announcing the eighth positive case of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). The case involves a New Castle County woman over the age of 50. The individual is not severely ill and is currently self-isolated at home. She was exposed to a positive case […]



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Public Health Announces Additional Positive Cases of Coronavirus

DOVER (March 17, 2020) – The Delaware Division of Public Health (DPH) is announcing eight additional positive cases of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) bringing the statewide total to 16. Seven of the eight individuals are New Castle County residents, and one is the first reported case in Sussex County. Four of these individuals are males, […]




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COVID-19 Update March 18, 2020: Public Health Announces 9 Additional Positive Cases

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. […]




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COVID-19 Update March 19, 2020: Public Health Announces Four Additional Positive Cases

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 […]




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Governor Carney Declares Public Health Emergency (PHE)

WILMINGTON, Del. – Governor John Carney on Monday declared a Public Health Emergency and released a more robust Order to assist with Delaware’s response to the coronavirus (COVID-19). The Delaware Emergency Management Agency (DEMA) and the Delaware Division of Public Health (DPH) issued a companion order focused on strengthening Delaware’s health care workforce in response […]



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COVID-19 Update for March 23, 2020: Public Health Announces 31 Additional Positive Cases

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 […]




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Public Health Announces Changes to In-Person Services During COVID-19

SMYRNA (March 25, 2020) – With several modifications to protect the health of the staff and customers, the Delaware Division of Public Health (DPH) continues to provide services to Delaware residents during the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) outbreak. The Office of Vital Statistics is restricting in-person service to appointments only. Customers are encouraged to mail […]




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COVID-19 Update for March 25, 2020: Public Health Announces 15 Additional Positive Cases

SMYRNA (March 25, 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 119 total laboratory-confirmed cases in the state since March 11. This includes 15 additional cases since Tuesday. Of the Delawareans diagnosed […]




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Public Health Announces First Coronavirus-Related Death of Delaware Resident

SMYRNA (March 26, 2020) – The Delaware Division of Public Health (DPH) is confirming the first coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) related fatality in the State of Delaware. The deceased is a 66-year-old male from Sussex County who passed away while hospitalized out of state. The individual had underlying health conditions and was critically ill. The […]