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Delaware Breast Cancer Coalition Proclaims "May Is Mammography Month"
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The Delaware Breast Cancer Coalition and Governor Jack Markell have proclaimed that "May is Mammography Month" in Delaware. Early this morning, Governor Markell held a press conference at the Helen F. Graham Cancer Center, part of the Christiana Care Health System, and was joined by DBCC's Executive...

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Next State Town Hall Meeting on Underage Drinking Thursday in Odessa
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Open Door, Inc. will host the next in a series of Delaware town hall meetings on underage drinking at 6 p.m. Thursday, May 24, at its location in Odessa. The town hall meetings are coordinated by the state Division of Substance Abuse & Mental Health.

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Delaware State Parks Kicks Off 2012 Adventure Race Series
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DOVER (May 21, 2012) - The 2012 Delaware State Parks Adventure Race Series begins with Clash with the Creek on June 16 at Brandywine Creek State Park in Wilmington The 2012 series includes three additional races: Baldcypress Challenge at Trap Pond State Park, The Millpond Challenge at Lums Pond Sta...

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Lt. Governor Denn & DE Clergy Launch "Faith, Family & Foster Care" Initiative
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Next week, Delaware Lieutenant Governor Matt Denn will launch his "Faith, Family & Foster Care" initiative at events in New Castle and Sussex Counties. He will be joined by local faith leaders who have volunteered to work with the Lt. Governor to encourage members of their congregations and communit...

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Week 1 Results of 'Are You That Guy?' Aggressive Driving Campaign
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Dover - During the first wave of enforcement, 5 drivers were found 'to be that guy' and cited for Aggressive Driving as part of the 'Are You That Guy?' aggressive driving campaign.

Delaware Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS)  

In NCCo, the Senior Minor Home Repair program helps hundreds of
seniors age in place. In other parts of the state, call the Delaware Aging and Disability Resource Center at (800) 223-9074 or visit www.delawareadrc.com.
Program to assist seniors with home repair gets needed help
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or three years, Helen Rettew struggled with a colicky kitchen faucet, a leaking toilet and a water-damaged floor. Fixing those problems was a daunting prospect for the 75-year-old widow. She found help through New Castle County's Senior Minor Home Repair

DOE NCC  

Eric Taylor has filed as a candidate of the Republican Party for State Representative-6th District.

Delaware State Fire School   A Photo Album was posted or updated with the following title:

"Vehicle Rescue Class - Weekend May 19-20, 2012"

Bellevue State Park  

Lunchtime Concert: Bruce Anthony
Wednesday at 9:00am at Bellevue State Park

Bellevue State Park  

Pond Exploration
Saturday, May 26 at 10:00am

Delaware State Housing Authority (DSHA)  

DSHA Fact of the Week: DSHA has helped 110 homeowners avoid foreclosure through DEMAP For more information visit http://t.co/axeaJsHx

Delaware State Housing Authority (DSHA)  

DSHA Fact of the Week: Did you know that DSHA has helped 110 homeowners in Delaware avoid foreclosure through our Delaware Emergency Mortgage Assistance Program? For more information on DEMAP visit http://www.destatehousing.com/HomeOwnership/hb_demap.php
Delaware State Housing Authority
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Commonly referred to as the DEMAP Program, this statewide program provides Delaware homeowners with assistance in preventing mortgage foreclosure on their primary residence due to a loss of 15% or more of their income from one of the following hardships:

The Delaware Lottery  

Let's win, Delaware! Who wants to be our next big winner?

Delaware Division of the Arts  

Writers and poets - have YOU been dreaming of working at the beach?! The Division is accepting applications for the 2012 Delaware Poets and Writers Retreat at the Biden Center in Cape Henlopen State Park. Deadline for apps is June 4. Read more.
2012 Delaware Poets and Writers Retreat at Cape Henlopen
www.artsdel.org

Delaware Recycles  

Recycling Public Advisory Council meets this Wednesday (5/23):
1:30pm
DelDOT Admin Building, Felton/Farmington Room
800 S Bay Rd, Dover, DE, 19901
http://egov.delaware.gov/pmc/Event/Details/18135

Delaware State Jobs  

Delaware Hospital for the Chronically Ill is recruiting Licensed Practical Nurses. Comprehensive benefit package! http://www.jobaps.com/DE/sup/BulPreview.asp?R1=021012&R2=MDGA01&R3=351400Delaware Employment Link Career Opportunities
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Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of sim...

Delaware Commission of Veterans Affairs  

Women Veterans Task Force Draft Strategic Plan: Hot (4 ideas) - Customer Feedback for VA Women Vets.
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Women Veterans Task Force Draft Strategic Plan â?? Customer Feedback for VA Women Vets Task Force Strategic Plan This draft strategy report was developed by the Women Veterans Task Force (WVTF) of the Department of Veterans Af...

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LPN's needed at DE Hospital for the Chronically Ill. Comprehensive benefit package! http://t.co/wpKZomPY

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@Delaware_DHSS  

DHSS in in! MT @DelmarvaBlood Summer Blood Challenge started today! We're giving away new FIAT to 1 lucky donor, so roll up your sleeve!

@Del_Public_Mtgs  

Economic Development Subcommittee meeting is scheduled for tomorrow, 05/22/12, at 10:30 AM. http://t.co/z2lmqxvi

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In NCCo, the Senior Minor Home Repair program helps hundreds of seniors age in place. In other parts of the state,... http://t.co/pUtaQkun

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RT @GrottoPizzaDE: Time for Grotto Pizza! http://t.co/wXOZztrP

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Closing tonight! Judicial Case Manager I for Family Court. http://t.co/oz9nLpGm

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RT @Amtrak: Special limited-time sale starts tomorrow! Stay tuned here or sign up for emails to get reminders on deals! Excited? http:// ...

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From gaming to tax-free shopping, here are some sample Delaware group tour itineraries http://t.co/xsQfYgEG #grouptravel

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News: Delaware State Parks Summer Camps Filling Fast http://t.co/Tegpe4LJ

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News: Delaware State Parks Kicks Off 2012 Adventure Race Series http://t.co/sFABn9Qi

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News: Next State Town Hall Meeting on Underage Drinking Thursday in Odessa http://t.co/lF5gX1Eh

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RT @DFMNews: Senior home repairs: Where you can find help in #Delaware - http://t.co/XL6VnKBN #seniors #ageinplace #NetDE #aarp

@GovernorMarkell  

What an honor to welcome back the 1049th from Afghanistan with Adjutant General Vavala. #netde http://t.co/yAWcZet7

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DSHA Fact of the Week: DSHA has helped 110 homeowners avoid foreclosure through DEMAP For more information visit http://t.co/axeaJsHx

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Division of Libraries' Blog  

Q: “Where does ‘For Pete’s Sake!’ come from?”

Question: “I hear people say 'For Pete’s Sake' a lot. Do you know where I can find the real story where it comes from?” According to Douglas Harper (historian, author, journalist and lecturer based in Lancaster, Pa) on his site, "The Online Etymology Dictionary" found at: http://www.etymonline.com ...the modern use of this phrase can be ... [read more]

DelDOT Blogs Blog  

Route 54 Project – Updates

5/18/2012 – You may have noticed a delay on Route 54 near Bayville Shopping Center today. The contractor is doing some minor milling at the entrance to Bayville Shopping Center. This milling had to be done today, as we continue to make progress on meeting our deadline of Memorial Day. The contractor needed their milling ... [read more]

DelDOT Blogs Blog  

Route 54 Project - Updates

5/17/2012 – Crews continue to battle the weather as work continues to complete paving of the turn lanes and entrances on the westbound lanes. Paving work began Thursday in the eastbound direction for turn lanes and side streets. On Friday, May 18, paving work is expected to be performed in the entrance to North Bay ... [read more]

Delaware Tourism Blog  

Celebrate the Enhanced Delaware Wine and Ale Trail

Join the who's-who of Delaware's Twitter-verse alongside of representatives from Delaware wineries and breweries plus, craft beer and wine connoisseurs at Tweet the Trail on Wednesday, May 23, 2012 at Abbott's Grill in Milford from 5:30 p.m. - ... [read more]

Cyrus Forwood - Diary of a Delaware Soldier in the American Civil War Blog  

May 17, 1862: CSS Virginia

Cyrus transcribed a poem from a newspaper about the Confederates destroying the CSS Virginina on May 11, 1862. ... [read more]

Governor's Blog  

Guest Post: Ed Kee, Farmers' Markets: Great Food and New Friends

This past Tuesday, Legislative Hall was bursting with pints of red, ripe, Delaware-grown strawberries and tray after tray of strawberry cake. It was a sweet reminder that we are officially in the midst of the 2012 market season. ... [read more]

Delaware Public Archives Blog  

There Was A Lighthouse Near Dover?!!

Actually there have been five lighthouses at Port Mahon to guide ships and waterman on the Delaware Bay. The first was built in 1831 and because of erosion, a series of replacements were built. The last lighthouse was built in 1903 and lasted until 1984. Recently processed, the Delaware Technical and Community College Photograph Collection ... [read more]

Delaware Historical and Cultural Affairs Blog  

Participate in the 2012 National Historic Landmarks Photo Contest

Last month on Flickr, the National Park Service launched its 2012 National Historic Landmarks Photo Contest. Some impressive images have trickled into the album from historic sites and talented artists from across the country, but Delaware has yet to make so much as a ripple in the pool of contenders! Naturally… we feel compelled to ... [read more]

Indian River Marina Blog  

Fishing Report for May16th (2012)

Fishing is picking up all along the region and for different species. Rockfish are coming from the jetty rocks, as well as Hickory shad and Tog. Off the beach there are some Rockfish and Bluefish for the inshore angler and the surf fisherman. Also Inshore Anglers are still getting Tog from inshore reefs and wrecks. ... [read more]

Cyrus Forwood - Diary of a Delaware Soldier in the American Civil War Blog  

May 16, 1862: As Good Blood As Any Man

Cyrus reported that Col. Wharton would inspect his battalion every day going forward. He also relayed the story of one nervous Confederate soldier from the Baltimore riot, April 19, 1861. ... [read more]

Delaware Tourism Blog  

Events Around Delaware for the Weekend of 05/18/12 - 05/20/12

Here are just a few of the events happening around Delaware this weekend! Plus, check out our latest blog post on shopping for local delicacies at Delaware Farmers' Market at: ;http://ow.ly/aXDxh. ; Wilmington Grand Prix May 18 - 20, ... [read more]

DelDOT Blogs Blog  

Indian River Inlet Bridge - Update

On Sunday, May 6, over 2,000 people joined DelDOT Secretary Shailen Bhatt to celebrate the history and the future of the Charles W. Cullen Bridge at the Indian River Inlet. The history of this location is one of several different bridges, an ever-changing environment, and the emergence of Delaware as one of the east coast's premier resort ... [read more]

DelDOT Blogs Blog  

Route 54 Project - Updates

It was a very productive week on the Route 54 construction project this past week, as crews were able to complete the final lift of asphalt, completing the mainline and several turn lanes. On Sunday, May 6 and Monday May 7, crews paved both the eastbound and westbound lanes of the project including all through ... [read more]

Delaware Tourism Blog  

Shop for local delicacies at Delaware Farmers? Markets!

Tis the season for fresh fruit and produce! Farmers' Markets are sprouting up all around Delaware and are ready to offer visitors farm fresh products plus, unique locally and homemade items including artwork, quilts and much more.  ; ; ... [read more]

Delaware Tourism Blog  

Shop for local delicacies at Delaware Farmers? Markets!

Tis the season for fresh fruit and produce! Farmers' Markets are sprouting up all around Delaware and are ready to offer visitors farm fresh products plus, unique locally and homemade items including artwork, quilts and much more.  ; ; ... [read more]

Indian River Marina Blog  

Fishing Report for May 10th (2012)

Fishing continues to be picking up in the Indian River Inlet area, both from shore and from boats. More and More boats are getting launched and put into their slips and the launching ramp is seeing more trailer boats leaving for daily trips. Along the Rip Rap anglers are fishing both day and at night for ... [read more]

Cyrus Forwood - Diary of a Delaware Soldier in the American Civil War Blog  

May 10: A Sketch of Some Officers

Diary Entry: Last Monday 34 guns were fired here in honor of the capture of Yorktown. Since Monday we have received more cheering news. I think those who have doubted the skill and ability of little “Mac” now have sufficient cause to change their opinions concerning him. Feeling somewhat inclined to write tonight I will ... [read more]

Delaware National Estuarine Research Reserve (DNERR) Blog  

Scientist Log #6: You are never too old to play in the mud!

Have you ever wondered what the marsh was like many years ago? Probably not, but we (scientists) have a way of determining how much sediment has been collected on the marsh surface over long periods of time (also known as accretion). Recently, we collected three sediment cores within the St. Jones Reserve as part of ... [read more]

Governor's Blog  

Guest Post: Susan Cycyk, Children's Mental Health Matters

Today more than 1,100 communities across the country will join forces to celebrate National Children's Mental Health Awareness Day. ... [read more]

Governor's Blog  

Guest Post: Secretary Shailen Bhatt, Coastal Treasure Shines Again

This past Sunday, we celebrated the rich history and bright future of the Charles W. Cullen Bridge at the Indian River Inlet. Its history includes different bridge designs over the course of several decades, an ever-changing physical environment and the emergence of Delaware as one of the east coast's premier resort locations. Its future will work to enhance its status as a treasure of the Delaware coast. ... [read more]

All Blogs

Cyrus Forwood: Soldier in the American Civil War
As part of the State of Delaware's Civil War Sesquicentennial Commemoration, the Delaware Public Archives is using this blog to repost notes and observations Forwood wrote in his diary during his time as a soldier--day-by-day.

Delaware.gov Spotlight Online
The Government Information Center spotlights services and information available through Delaware.gov that connect citizens to government.

Developmental Disabilities Council
The DDC works to ensure that people with developmental disabilities enjoy the same quality of life as the rest of society.

Estuarine Research Reserve
This is one of 27 National Estuarine Research Reserves across the country whose goal is to establish, protect, and manage natural estuarine habitats for research, education, and coastal stewardship.

Geographic Data Committee
This blog covers GIS events, activities, and news. It focuses on how GIS data and tools are coordinated in Delaware.

Governor Jack Markell
This is the official blog for updates, commentary, and news from Governor Jack Markell.

Historical and Cultural Affairs
Delaware's Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs promotes and protects the First State's historic identity through its leadership in museums, collections, historic preservation and stewardship in historic properties.

Indian River Marina: Fishing Report
This blog is dedicated to informing the public what is being caught by Charter, Party Boat and Recreational anglers out of Indian River Marina.

Libraries
This blog features book reviews, interesting library happenings, snapshots of history, interviews, and more.

Lieutenant Governor Matt Denn
This blog provides updates, commentary, news, "day in the life" snapshots, and more from Delaware's Lieutenant Governor, Matthew Denn.

Public Archives
The Delaware Public Archives's blog features stories, upcoming events, news, and other items of interest from the Public Archives collections.

Tourism
Spotlighting tourism in Delaware.

Transportation
The DelDOT blog keeps you updated on the various projects that DelDOT is working on.

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YouTube Channels

Delaware.gov
Videos from various State Agencies, including Archives, Arts, DMV, Tourism, State Police, and others.

DelDOT
Videos from the Department of Transportation about roads and transportation.

DMV
Videos from the Division of Motor Vehicles relating to driver services.

Governor Jack Markell
Videos from the Governor's Office including the Governor's Weekly Message.

Libraries
Videos and Public Service Announcements (PSAs) from the Delaware Libraries.

Natural Resources & Environmental Control (DNREC)
Videos and Public Service Announcements (PSAs) from the Department of Natural Resources & Environmental Control.

Tourism (DEDO)
Videos, Commercials, Documentaries from the Tourism Office.


Video Galleries & Live Feeds

DelDOT Video Gallery
A video collection of DelDOT's latest projects and events.

Health and Social Services Clips
A variety of helpful public service announcement spots on topics ranging from managing diabetes to women's wellness.

Instant Games Spots
Delaware Lottery Go Scratch! television ads.

Interstate Highway System 50th Anniversary
Video of a Delaware highway dedication with President Kennedy. Other nostalgic video from the early highway system's development.

Kent County & Greater Dover Visitors Bureau
Business travel and leisure travel video promoting Kent County and greater Dover.

Lottery Drawings
You can watch drawings for your favorite Delaware Lottery games - Multi-Win LOTTO, PLAY 3/PLAY 4, and POWERBALL®. Drawings are posted daily, as soon after the live drawing as possible. (Note: Only the current drawings for that day are posted.)

Pandemic Influenza Summit
Held at Dover Downs, Dover, this summit included such notables as Delaware's Governor, members of Delaware government, and the U.S. Surgeon General.

State Police
An aviation and recruitment presentation video are provided.

Traffic Conditions Live
Live video feeds of the State's highways showing traffic and weather conditions.

Video Clips of Legislative Hall
Interior and exterior views of Legislative Hall, which is a popular destination for school groups.

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