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The Mezzanine Gallery to Exhibit “Human Connection” by Olga Nielsen

On view from September 6-27, 2019 Free opening reception on Friday, September 6, at 5 p.m. Wilmington, Del. (August 27, 2019) – “Human Connection,” an exhibition of sculptures, pastels, and drawings by Olga Nielsen, will be on view in the Delaware Division of the Arts’ Mezzanine Gallery from September 6-27, 2019. The artist will host […]




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Delaware Division of the Arts Announces Recipients of the 2019 Governor’s Awards for the Arts

Dover, Del. (September 3, 2019) — The Delaware Division of the Arts is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2019 Governor’s Awards for the Arts, which pay tribute to distinguished individuals and organizations that have had a profound and lasting impact on the state’s artistic and cultural life.  The 2019 Governor’s Awards for the […]




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CORRECTION: “The 1960s in Delaware”—Chautauqua tent show in Lewes, Del. from Sept. 19 to 21, 2019

The civil rights movement, the Vietnam War, the space program and rock ‘n’ roll will be among the 1960s-era events explored during the 2019 Chautauqua tent shows.




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“Caesar Rodney in His Own Words” Historical play at the New Castle Court House Museum on Sept. 22, 2019

Historical play about the Delaware patriot by museum historic-site interpreter David Price.




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Delaware Division of the Arts Announces 2019 Delaware Arts Summit

Dover, Del. (September 10, 2019) – The Delaware Division of the Arts will present the 2019 Delaware Arts Summit on Monday, October 28, 2019, from 8:45 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Dover Downs Hotel & Casino in Dover. The biennial Arts Summit is Delaware’s premier arts conference, bringing together the arts community for professional development, […]




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Delaware Division of the Arts Announces Fall Events Featuring 2019 Individual Artist Fellows

Wilmington, Del. (September 12, 2019) – The Delaware Division of the Arts is pleased to announce several upcoming events featuring 2019 Individual Artist Fellows.  Delaware’s Individual Artist Fellowships recognize artists for their outstanding quality of work and provide monetary awards. Individual Artist Fellows are publicly acknowledged and benefit from the additional exposure to their work.  […]




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Customer Complaint Leads to Refunds for Delmarva Power Customers

Spurred by a single complaint from a customer, Delmarva Power will soon issue refunds to thousands of customers impacted by a recently identified billing error.




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Ten small businesses announced as EDGE Grant awardees

WILMINGTON, DE – Ten Delaware small businesses were recognized Wednesday as the awardees of the first-ever EDGE Grants from the state Division of Small Business. Gov. John Carney and Division Director Damian DeStefano announced the companies at an event at the Carvel State Office Building in Wilmington. The grant recipients, located across the state, represent […]





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Delaware Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs to sponsor 17 special events during October 2019

Programs on America's maritime heritage; Enrico Caruso; and Shakespeare, Poe and Fiends to be featured.




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“William Penn Day” at Delaware’s New Castle Court House Museum on Oct. 26, 2019

Event commemorates the 337th anniversary of Penn’s disembarkment at New Castle, his first landing in the New World.




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The Mezzanine Gallery to Exhibit “Art with Purpose” by Leah Beach

On view from October 4-25, 2019 Free opening reception on Friday, October 4, at 5 p.m. Wilmington, Del. (September 25, 2019) – Art with Purpose, an exhibition of photographs and paintings by Leah Beach, will be on view in the Mezzanine Gallery from October 4-25, 2019. The artist will host a free opening reception on […]




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“18th Century Trades Day” at Dover, Del.’s John Dickinson Plantation on Oct. 12, 2019

Day-long series of activities explores occupations of the 1700s including preserving food in the smokehouse, dyeing cloth, carpentry, blacksmithing and making bricks out of clay.




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Battle of the Chesapeake program at Dover, Del.’s Old State House on Oct. 12, 2019

Naval engagement played a decisive role in America's victory in its struggle for independence from Great Britain.




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STEP Grant Funds Support Small Business Exports

The Delaware Department of State has received a State Trade and Export Promotion (STEP) award from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA.)





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The Mezzanine Gallery to Exhibit “The Goldberg Variations” by Gregg Silvis

The Goldberg Variations: 32 Miniatures Based on Bach’s Keyboard Masterpiece, an exhibition of mixed media works by Gregg Silvis, will be on view in the Mezzanine Gallery from November 1-27, 2019.




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Delaware Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs to sponsor 10 special events during November 2019

Bayberry candle-making, grave sites of notable New Castle veterans and early recordings of classical music among topics to be explored.




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Parker’s Dairy Palace in New Castle, Del. added to the National Register of Historic Places

Vintage 1950s-era New Castle ice cream stand still dishing up soft serve.




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Fourth graders’ Delaware Day projects on display at Legislative Hall in Dover from Nov. 13–Dec. 12, 2019

Students created displays that illustrate and explain the U.S. Constitution and the role played by Delawareans in its writing and ratification.





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Interactive Site Commemorates Women’s Suffrage Centennial

The Delaware Women’s Suffrage Centennial Committee is launching its educational, history filled, and interactive website.





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Delaware Valley Archaeology and History Symposium at the Arsenal in New Castle, Del. on Dec. 7, 2019

Event will include scholarly presentations on the history and archaeology of the lower Delaware Valley including the Avery’s Rest and Fort Casimir archaeological sites.




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The Mezzanine Gallery to Exhibit “Curiosity and Flux” by Shawn Faust

On view from December 6, 2019 – January 10, 2020 Free opening reception on Friday, December 6 at 5 p.m. Wilmington, Del. (November 26, 2019) – Curiosity and Flux, an exhibition of abstract paintings by Shawn Faust, will be on view in the Mezzanine Gallery from December 6, 2019 – January 10, 2020. The artist […]





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Delaware Veterans Home Second Annual Nursing Job Fair December 10, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Nurses of all practice levels are invited to the Delaware Veterans Home on Tuesday, Dec. 10, to hear more about opportunities to further their careers by serving those who served the nation.




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Delaware Nonprofits Share in Grant Funds to Promote Financial Literacy

A wide-ranging group of community organizations serving Delawareans from all walks of life have been selected to receive this year’s round of grant funds from the Financial Literacy Education Fund (FLEF.)




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FY 2021 Grant Applications for Arts & Community-Based Organizations and Schools Now Open

For arts programming and projects taking place during fiscal year 2020 (September 2019 – August 2020) Wilmington, Del. (December 5, 2019) – The Delaware Division of the Arts has opened its annual online application process for grants for arts programming and projects taking place during fiscal year 2021 (September 2020 – August 2021). Applications will […]




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9th Annual Delaware State Employee Art Exhibition Registration Open

The Delaware Division of the Arts and the National Arts Program® present the 9th Annual Delaware State Employee Art Exhibition Dover, Del. (December 9, 2019) – The Delaware State Employee Art Exhibition is designed to give Delaware state employees and their families, at any skill level, a unique opportunity to exhibit their artwork and to […]




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Students honored for 2019 Delaware Day competition

Program encourages students to study the U.S. Constitution and Delaware’s role in its creation.




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DE on Tap expands with new breweries & geonotification

Dover, DE – Just in time for the holidays, the happiest season of all will now also be the “hoppiest” with the addition of four new craft breweries to the Delaware on Tap mobile app. Each location offers a unique atmosphere and special take on the brewmaster’s art. They bring the number of craft breweries, wineries, […]




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Delaware Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs to sponsor seven special events during January 2020

Highlights include a program on William Penn’s role in the founding of Dover, activities celebrating Martin Luther King Jr. Day and a concert by CoroAllegro.




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Delaware Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs museums closed on Dec. 24 and 25, 2019; and Jan. 1, 2020

Museums closed on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and New Year’s Day.




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Program on historic African American beaches and resorts at Lewes’ Zwaanendael Museum on Jan. 18, 2020

Program explores beaches and resorts that African Americans could visit without fear of discrimination or violence during the segregation era.




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Delaware Division of the Arts Announces 2020 Individual Artist Fellowship Awardees

Nineteen Delaware artists and two Honorable Mentions to receive recognition Wilmington, Del. (January 14, 2020) – Nineteen Delaware artists are being recognized by the Division for the high quality of their artwork. Work samples from 139 Delaware choreographers, composers, musicians, writers, folk and visual artists were reviewed by out-of-state arts professionals, considering demonstrated creativity and […]




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Governor Carney, Division of Small Business Award EDGE Grants to 10 Delaware Companies

Deadline for Spring 2020 EDGE Grants is February 28, 2020 WILMINGTON, Del. – A bio-based materials company, a maker of wearable medical sensors, and a bakery-café were among the 10 Delaware small businesses recognized Thursday as awardees of the second round of EDGE Grants from the state Division of Small Business. Governor John Carney, Secretary […]





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Division of the Arts Announces New Focus for Two FY2021 Grant Categories

Grants from community-based organizations and schools that have a trauma-informed focus will receive funding priority Wilmington, Del. (January 24, 2020) – As part of its FY2021 grant application cycle, the Division of the Arts invites grant proposals from community-based organizations and schools that demonstrate the utilization of the arts to address trauma-related issues and challenges […]




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Report: Delaware tourism sets new records

Delaware tourism experienced a record-breaking year as the state welcomed 9.2 million visitors who accounted for $3.5 billion in economic impact.




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The National Endowment for the Arts announces $27.3 million in Grants to Support the Arts

Two Delaware organizations will receive $55,000 in federal grants Wilmington, Del. (January 28, 2020) – As the only funder in the country to support arts activities in all 50 states and five U.S. jurisdictions, the National Endowment for the Arts announced that two Delaware organizations, will receive $55,000 in federal grants. This is the first […]




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The Mezzanine Gallery to Exhibit “Spring Must Come” by Terron Mitchell

On view from February 17-28, 2020 Free opening reception on Friday, February 7 at 5 p.m. Wilmington, Del. (January 27, 2020) – Spring Must Come, an exhibition of sculptural paintings by Terron Mitchell, will be on view in the Mezzanine Gallery from February 7-28. The artist will host a free opening reception on Friday, February […]





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“Coffee, Cross Stitch and Conversation” at Lewes’ Zwaanendael Museum on Feb. 22, 2020

Museum to feature a workshop on cross stitch, a form of embroidery in which X-shaped stitches are used to form a picture.




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The context, theme and impact of Keshavananda Bharati Case

Kesavananda Bharati V. state of Kerala that outlined the basic structure doctrine of the constitution. The judgment was delivered by the largest SC bench so far i.e. 13 judges.




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How will the force majeure clause work in India during COVID 19?

Force majeure on contracts in India during COVID-19




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Understanding the Concept of Child Custody

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The peculiar case of ADM Jabalpur Vs. Shivkant Shukla

SYNOPSIS INTRODUCTION: To mark the 44th anniversary of the landmark judgement of ADM Jabalpur, this article revisits the case. The article also talks about Justice H.R. Khanna, who has ben regarded as the brave, unsung hero of the India Justice sy




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A look at how Kesavananda Bharti saved the Indian constitution

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Unearthing cartels by invoking applicant confidence: Lesser penalty regulations, 2009

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