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Governor Carney Shares Frequently Asked Questions on Essential Businesses

All Non-essential businesses ordered closed at 8 a.m. Tuesday WILMINGTON, Del. –  Governor John Carney on Tuesday provided additional guidance from the State to help employers better understand the fourth and fifth modifications to his State of Emergency declaration, which ordered Delawareans to stay at home whenever possible and closed all non-essential businesses in Delaware to help […]




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Governor Carney Announces Request for Assistance from Vendors

State requests vendors help supply products and services to assist with COVID-19 response WILMINGTON, Del. – Governor John Carney on Wednesday announced the State of Delaware requests assistance from vendors throughout the state in the effort to combat coronavirus (COVID-19). In response to Governor Carney’s State of Emergency Declaration, the State of Delaware received many vendor […]




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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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Governor Carney and DSHA Announce Housing Assistance Program

Up to $1,500 in assistance available to Delawareans struggling to pay rent or electric bills due to COVID-19 WILMINGTON, Del. – Governor John Carney and Delaware State Housing Authority (DSHA) Director Anas Ben Addi on Thursday announced a new program to provide emergency housing assistance to renters affected by shutdowns, closures, layoffs, reduced work hours, […]



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COVID-19 Update for March 26, 2020: DPH Announces 24 Additional Positive Cases

SMYRNA – 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 143 total laboratory-confirmed cases in the state since March 11. This includes 24 additional cases since Wednesday. Of the Delawareans diagnosed with COVID-19, 91 […]



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DHSS Announces First Long-Term Care Facility Coronavirus-Related Death; More Cases Confirmed in Newark Nursing Home

SMYRNA (March 26, 2020) – The Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS) is announcing the first long-term care facility coronavirus-related death in Delaware and the first outbreak of positive cases in such a facility. The death of an 86-year-old male resident of Little Sisters of the Poor Jeanne Jugan Residence in Newark was reported […]




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Enjoy trout season while maintaining a safe distance from other anglers and fishing less-crowded areas

Take advantage of the early opening of the upstate trout season for adult anglers on Tuesday, March 31 to help minimize crowds.



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COVID-19 Update March 27, 2020: Public Health Announces 22 Additional Positive Cases

SMYRNA (March 27, 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 165 total laboratory-confirmed cases in the state since March 11. This includes 22 additional cases since Thursday. Of the Delawareans diagnosed […]




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DHSS Announces Multiple Coronavirus Cases at a Second Care Facility in Delaware

NEW CASTLE (March 28, 2020) – The Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS) is announcing that a second care facility in Delaware has multiple coronavirus cases. Six residents of a memory care unit of HarborChase of Wilmington have tested positive for COVID-19, including five who are now hospitalized, according to the Division of Public […]



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COVID-19 Update March 28, 2020: Public Health Announces 3 Additional Deaths, 49 Additional Positive Cases in Delaware

SMYRNA (March 28, 2020) – The Delaware Division of Public Health (DPH) is announcing three additional fatalities related to coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), and is providing an update on the number of positive cases reported in the state. In total, five Delawareans have passed away due to complications from COVID-19. The most recent deaths involve […]



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Public Health Announces 1 Additional Death, 18 Additional Positive Cases in Delaware

SMYRNA (March 29, 2020) – The Delaware Division of Public Health (DPH) is announcing one additional fatality related to coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), and is providing an update on the number of positive cases reported in the state. In total, six Delawareans have passed away due to complications from COVID-19. The most recent death involves […]



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DRAFT Strategies for State Policies and Spending released for public review

The Draft 2020 Delaware Strategies for State Policies and Spending (State Strategies) document and maps have been released for public review. The review period is from March 30 – April 30, 2020. Please join us for Virtual Public Information Sessions on April 7, 2020; two identical sessions will be held at 10:00 am and 5:30 […]




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COVID-19 UPDATE MARCH 30, 2020: 1 Additional Death, 32 Additional Positive Cases in Delaware

Division of Public Health also announces 22 total recovered SMYRNA (March 30, 2020) – The Delaware Division of Public Health (DPH) is announcing one additional fatality related to coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), and is providing an update on the number of positive and recovered cases reported in the state. In total, seven Delawareans have passed […]



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State Treasurer Colleen Davis Named to Market Transparency Advisory Group

“I’m honored by my appointment from the MSRB. Our group will work to advise the Board on initiatives to enhance the free Electronic Municipal Market Access (EMMA®) website and related systems in support of market transparency.”




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COVID-19 in Delaware: Public Health announces 3 Additional Deaths, 55 More Positive Cases in Delaware

SMYRNA (March 31, 2020) – The Delaware Division of Public Health (DPH) is announcing three additional fatalities related to coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), and is providing an update on the number of positive and recovered cases reported in the state. In total, 10 Delawareans have passed away due to complications from COVID-19. There have been […]



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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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Delaware turkey hunting season will open this month with self-serve turkey harvest registration at check stations

Turkey hunt day for youth and non-ambulatory disabled hunters April 4, regular turkey season opens April 11.



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COVID-19 Update April 1, 2020: Public Health Announces 1 Additional Death, 49 Additional Positive Cases

State also announces 49 recovered in Delaware SMYRNA (April 1, 2020) – The Delaware Division of Public Health (DPH) is announcing one additional fatality related to coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), and is providing an update on the number of positive and recovered cases reported in the state. In total, 11 Delawareans have passed away due […]



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Delaware Public Health Announces 1 Additional Death, 25 Additional Positive Cases

SMYRNA (April 2, 2020) – The Delaware Division of Public Health (DPH) is announcing one additional fatality related to coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), and is providing an update on the number of positive and recovered cases reported in the state. In total, 12 Delawareans have passed away due to complications from COVID-19. There have been […]




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April 3, 2020: Public Health Updates Deaths, Positive Cases and Recoveries from COVID-19 in Delaware

SMYRNA (April 3, 2020) – The Delaware Division of Public Health (DPH) is announcing two additional fatalities related to coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), and is providing an update on the number of positive and recovered cases reported in the state. In total, 14 Delawareans have passed away due to complications from COVID-19. There have been […]



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April 4, 2020, COVID-19 UPDATE: 143 More Positive Cases, No New Deaths

SMYRNA (April 4, 2020) – The Delaware Division of Public Health (DPH) is announcing 143 additional positive cases bringing the total cases related to coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) to 593, including 32 new hospitalizations across the state. No new fatalities were reported today in the state. The latest Delaware COVID-19 case statistics, cumulatively since March 11, include: 593 total laboratory-confirmed […]



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COVID-19 Update April 5, 2020: Public Health Announces 80 Additional Positive Cases; 6 New Hospitalizations

SMYRNA (April 5, 2020) – The Delaware Division of Public Health (DPH) is announcing 80 additional positive cases bringing the total cases related to coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) to 673, including 6 new hospitalizations across the state. No new fatalities were reported today in the state. The latest Delaware COVID-19 case statistics, cumulatively since March 11, include: 673 total laboratory-confirmed […]




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COVID-19 Update April 6, 2020: Public Health Announces 110 New Positive Cases; 1 Additional Death

SMYRNA (April 6, 2020) – The Delaware Division of Public Health (DPH) is announcing one additional fatality related to coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), and is providing an update on the number of positive cases. In total, 15 Delawareans have passed away due to complications from COVID-19. The most recent death involves an 84-year-old male from Kent County who had […]



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COVID-19 Update April 7, 2020: Public Health Updates Positive Cases, Recoveries; Announces Additional Death

The Delaware Division of Public Health (DPH) is announcing one additional fatality related to coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), and is providing an update on the number of positive cases and recovered individuals.  



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Delaware Division of Public Health (DPH) Issues Guidance Around Masks

Delawareans should wear cloth face coverings in public settings where maintaining social distancing is difficult WILMINGTON, Del. – Consistent with guidance from the Centers for Disease Control Prevention (CDC), the Division of Public Health (DPH) recommended on Wednesday that Delawareans should wear cloth face coverings in public settings where social distancing measures are difficult to […]




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DHSS Announces Positive Cases Involving Patients and Staff at Delaware Psychiatric CenterDPC

NEW CASTLE (April 8, 2020) – The Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS) is announcing positive cases of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) at Delaware Psychiatric Center. Five patients and three staff members have tested positive for COVID-19 at DHSS’ public psychiatric hospital on the grounds of the Herman Holloway Sr. Campus near New Castle. […]



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COVID-19 Update April 8, 2020: Public Health Announces 188 Additional Positive Cases; 3 New Deaths 

In total, 19 Delawareans have passed away due to complications from COVID-19 SMYRNA (April 8, 2020) – The Delaware Division of Public Health (DPH) is announcing three additional fatalities related to coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) and is providing an update on the number of positive cases and recovered individuals. In total, 19 Delawareans have passed away due […]



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DNREC to limit number of people allowed in state parks and wildlife areas, which may close for periods

DNREC announced today it will take steps when necessary to limit the numbers of visitors within state parks and wildlife areas.



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COVID-19 Update April 9, 2020: Public Health Announces 93 New Positive Cases, 4 More Deaths

SMYRNA (April 9, 2020) – The Delaware Division of Public Health (DPH) is announcing four additional fatalities related to coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) and is providing an update on the number of positive cases and recovered individuals. In total, 23 Delawareans have passed away due to complications from COVID-19. Individuals who have died from COVID-19 ranged in […]



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CORRECTED: Public Health Announces 117 Additional Positive Cases; 9 New Deaths

CORRECTION: This release includes changes based on new statistical reporting. SMYRNA (April 10, 2020) – The Delaware Division of Public Health (DPH) is announcing nine additional fatalities related to coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) and is providing an update on the number of positive cases and recovered individuals. DPH is now reporting deaths of laboratory-confirmed individuals and “probable” […]



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Governor Carney Urges Delawareans with Health Care, Child Care Experience to Assist in COVID-19 Response

Community call-to-action issued for workforce support WILMINGTON, Del. – Governor John Carney expanded his community call-to-action on Saturday morning, urging all Delaware citizens with health care and child care experience to offer their expertise in Delaware’s fight against COVID-19. Last week, Governor Carney urged citizens, businesses and nonprofits with access to emergency materials and supplies […]




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COVID-19 Update April 11, 2020: DPH Announces 153 Additional Positive Cases, 1 New Death

he Delaware Division of Public Health (DPH) is announcing one additional fatality related to coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) and is providing an update on the number of positive cases and recovered individuals.



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COVID-19 Update April 12, 2020: Public Health Announces 146 More Positive Cases; 2 New Deaths

SMYRNA (April 12, 2020) – The Delaware Division of Public Health (DPH) is announcing two additional fatalities related to coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) and is providing an update on the number of positive cases and recovered individuals. DPH is now reporting deaths of laboratory-confirmed individuals and deaths involving “probable” cases where the individual had clinically consistent symptoms […]



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Public Health Announces 136 Additional Positive Cases; 6 New Deaths

SMYRNA (April 13, 2020) – The Delaware Division of Public Health (DPH) is announcing six additional fatalities related to coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) and is providing an update on the number of positive cases and recovered individuals. In total, 41 Delawareans have passed away due to complications from COVID-19.  Individuals who have died from COVID-19 ranged in […]



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COVID-19 Update April 14, 2020: Public Health Announces 165 Additional Positive Cases, 2 New Deaths

SMYRNA (April 14, 2020) – The Delaware Division of Public Health (DPH) is announcing two additional fatalities related to coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) and is providing an update on the number of positive cases and recovered individuals. In total, 43 Delawareans have passed away due to complications from COVID-19.  Individuals who have died from COVID-19 ranged in […]



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Governor Carney Requires Stricter Measures in Long-Term Care Facilities to Fight COVID-19

Updated emergency order seeks to protect residents, workers in nursing facilities WILMINGTON, Del. – Governor John Carney on Wednesday issued the eleventh modification to his State of Emergency declaration, requiring stricter guidelines to prevent COVID-19 infections in nursing facilities and other long-term care facilities. Click here for Governor Carney’s eleventh modification to the State of Emergency. Governor Carney’s […]



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CORRECTED: COVID-19 Update April 15, 2020: Public Health Announces 88 New Positive Cases, 3 More Deaths

CORRECTION: This release includes changes to correct a reporting error. SMYRNA (April 15, 2020) – The Delaware Division of Public Health (DPH) is announcing three additional fatalities related to coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) and is providing an update on the number of positive cases and recovered individuals. In total, 46 Delawareans have passed away due to complications […]



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DOL Releases Guidance for Independent Contractors and Self-employed Seeking Unemployment Through the CARES Act

The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act recently passed by the United States Congress and signed into law on March 27th provides unemployment assistance to independent contractors and those self-employed who have been affected by the Coronavirus.



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COVID-19 Update for April 16, 2020: DPH Announces 61 Additional Positive Cases; 6 New Deaths; 24 Additional Recovered

The Delaware Division of Public Health (DPH) is announcing six additional fatalities related to coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) and is providing an update on the number of positive cases and recovered individuals.




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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.



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COVID-19 Update April 17, 2020: Public Health Announces 9 More Deaths, 248 New Positive Cases

SMYRNA (April 17, 2020) – The Delaware Division of Public Health (DPH) is announcing nine additional fatalities related to coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) and is providing an update on the number of positive cases and recovered individuals. In total, 61 Delawareans have passed away due to complications from COVID-19.  Individuals who have died from COVID-19 ranged in […]



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COVID-19 Update April 18, 2020: Public Health Announces 215 Additional Positive Cases; 6 New Deaths

SMYRNA (April 18, 2020) – The Delaware Division of Public Health (DPH) is announcing six additional fatalities related to coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) and is providing an update on the number of positive cases and recovered individuals. In total, 67 Delawareans have passed away due to complications from COVID-19. Individuals who have died from COVID-19 ranged in […]



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Polly Drummond yard waste site closed for the day Sunday for capacity and traffic

DOVER, Del. – The Polly Drummond Hill yard waste drop-off site near Newark, which opened for the season on Saturday, April 18, was closed to further drop-offs about noon on Sunday because of material capacity and traffic issues. DNREC will work this week to have its contractor shred and remove all the material that was dropped off until the closure, and create a traffic plan with the goal of reopening the site on Saturday, April 25. The site operates Saturdays and Sundays.



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Public Health Announces 207 Additional Positive Cases, 5 News Deaths

SMYRNA (April 20, 2020) – The Delaware Division of Public Health (DPH) is announcing five additional fatalities related to coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) and is providing an update on the number of positive cases and recovered individuals.   DPH announced on Sunday, April 20, that it was shifting to reporting case data earlier in the day to provide information in […]



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Public Health Announces 10 New Deaths, 186 Additional Positive Cases of COVID-19

SMYRNA (April 21, 2020) – The Delaware Division of Public Health (DPH) is announcing 10 additional fatalities related to coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) and is providing an update on the number of positive cases and recovered individuals.  All data reported through the daily updates are based on data received as of 6 p.m. the previous day. In total, 82 Delawareans have […]



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Public Health Announces 7 More Deaths Related to COVID-19, 269 New Positive Cases in Delaware

The Delaware Division of Public Health (DPH) is announcing seven additional fatalities related to coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) and is providing an update on the number of positive cases and recovered individuals.  All data reported through the daily updates are based on data received as of 6 p.m. the previous day. In total, 89 Delawareans have passed away due to complications from COVID-19.  Individuals who have died from COVID-19 ranged in age from 32 to 103 years old.



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Public Health Announces 108 More Positive Cases, 3 New Deaths Related to COVID-19

SMYRNA (April 23, 2020) – The Delaware Division of Public Health (DPH) is announcing three additional fatalities related to coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) and is providing an update on the number of positive cases and recovered individuals.  All data reported through the daily updates are based on data received as of 6 p.m. the previous day. In total, 92 Delawareans have passed […]



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Governor Carney Removes Restrictions on Out-of-State Health Care Workers to Assist in COVID-19 Response

Twelfth modification allows the Public Health Authority to activate additional workers WILMINGTON, Del. – Governor John Carney on Thursday issued the twelfth modification to his State of Emergency declaration, which will allow the Public Health Authority to activate more out-of-state health care workers to assist in Delaware’s fight against COVID-19.        Read Governor Carney’s updated State […]



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DSHA Pauses Delaware Housing Assistance Program to Manage Volume, Assess Available Resources

DOVER – Delaware State Housing Authority (DSHA) is temporarily pausing application submissions for the Delaware Housing Assistance Program (DE HAP). Pausing the program will allow DSHA to explore how resources from the federal government and others may be used in the coming weeks to continue the program and respond to the ongoing high demand for […]



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Public Health Announces 134 More Positive Cases of COVID-19 in Delaware, 8 New Deaths

SMYRNA (April 24, 2020) – The Delaware Division of Public Health (DPH) is announcing eight additional fatalities related to coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) and is providing an update on the number of positive cases and recovered individuals.  All data reported through the daily updates are based on data received as of 6 p.m. the previous day. In total,100 Delawareans have passed […]



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