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There were 1,901 press releases posted in the last 24 hours and 459,863 in the last 365 days.

Division of Community Affairs Press Releases

1,054 Press Releases
  • Published on April 8, 2021 - 00:52 GMT

    DNREC Holds Generator Improvement Rule Training Webinar

    The DNREC Division of Waste and Hazardous Substances’ Compliance and Permitting section will host a Hazardous Waste Generator Improvement Rule training webinar April 19 and April 21 for the state’s large quantity generators of hazardous waste and for small …

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  • Published on April 6, 2021 - 19:25 GMT

    Sign Up for Assateague Living Shoreline Project Webinar

    Delaware Living Shorelines Committee’s Indian River Marina Living Shoreline Project The public is invited to learn about the Assateague Living Shoreline Project by attending a free webinar at 1 p.m., Wednesday, April 21. The event is hosted by the Delaware …

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  • Published on April 6, 2021 - 19:25 GMT

    Key Piece of Mispillion Harbor Habitat Protected

    Red Knot. Photo Credit: Tom Benson 15-year conservation effort secures an essential stopover for migrating birds, including the imperiled Red Knot Kent County, Del. (April 6, 2021) — Mispillion Harbor, one of the most important locations for the survival …

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  • Published on April 5, 2021 - 18:53 GMT

    DNREC Launches “Recyclopedia” to Increase Recycling

    A new online resource to help Delawareans take the guesswork out of recycling has been unveiled by the Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control. The new tool, Recyclopedia, helps the public and businesses determine the quickest …

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  • Published on April 1, 2021 - 16:00 GMT

    Open Burning of Brush, Branches and Limbs Allowed Through April 30

    Open Burning Ban – Also Known As Ozone Season – Runs May 1-Sept. 30 The Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control reminds residents that open burning of materials such as tree limbs, brush and branches is allowed until May 1 – when …

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  • Published on March 30, 2021 - 11:19 GMT

    DNREC to Issue 1,000 Additional Surf-Fishing Permits

    Special Off-Peak Permit Pilot Program to Cast Off in Late May In response to the eighth modification to the COVID-19 emergency order, issued by Gov. John Carney on March 29, the Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control will issue …

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  • Published on March 27, 2021 - 05:02 GMT

    Delaware Turkey Hunting Season to Open in April

    Self-serve Required Turkey Harvest Registration Provided at Check Stations Delaware’s statewide one-day turkey hunt for youth ages 10 to 15 and for non-ambulatory disabled hunters requiring a wheelchair will be held Saturday, April 3, followed by the four- …

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  • Published on March 23, 2021 - 03:39 GMT

    DNREC Launches Earth Day Video Contest

    Deadline is Monday, April 12 With Earth Day exactly one month away, the Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control is launching a video contest to educate and engage youth about the importance of environmental protection and inspire …

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  • Published on March 19, 2021 - 16:05 GMT

    CARES Act Funds Available for Fishery-Related Businesses

    The working waterfront at Bowers Beach in Kent County   Application Period Will Be Open from March 22 Through May 5 Saltwater fishery-related businesses that suffered severe revenue declines in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic can apply to the Delaware …

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  • Published on March 16, 2021 - 12:55 GMT

    Mosquito Control Spraying of Woodland Pools to Begin

    A helicopter contracted by DNREC Mosquito Control sprays for woodland pool mosquitoes.   Spring Campaign Will Reduce Numbers of Year’s First Biting Mosquitoes The Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control will begin annual spraying …

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  • Published on March 13, 2021 - 06:54 GMT

    Upstate Stream Trout Season to Open Early

    Anglers Encouraged to Practice Social Distancing; Trout Streams Closed to All Fishing from March 14 Until Opening Delaware’s 2021 upstate stream trout season will open early to minimize opening day crowds and accommodate responsible outdoor recreation …

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  • Published on March 6, 2021 - 08:05 GMT

    DNREC Reminds Public That The Point at Cape Henlopen is Closed for 2021 Beach Nesting Season

    The Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control reminds the public that The Point at Cape Henlopen State Park, including a stretch of ocean and bay beach, is now closed. Since 1993, The Point has closed annually each March for the …

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  • Published on March 4, 2021 - 18:42 GMT

    Delaware Sets Deer Harvest Record

    Sportsmen Against Hunger Program Donates More Than 84,000 Venison Meals Delaware hunters registered a record 17,265 harvested deer during the 2020/21 hunting season with the Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control, surpassing …

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  • Published on February 26, 2021 - 22:17 GMT

    DNREC Requires Croda to Take Actions Protective of Human Health and the Environment at Atlas Point Facility

    The Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control announced an agreement today with Croda Inc., that requires the company to take actions protective of human health and the environment in addressing recent violations at Croda’s Atlas …

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  • Published on February 26, 2021 - 22:17 GMT

    New Regulation Requirements Aimed at Reducing Greenhouse Gas Emissions Effective Sept. 1

    Taking aim at greenhouse gases and accelerating the state’s engagement in working to curtail global warming, the Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control announced today that a new hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) regulation will be …

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  • Published on February 24, 2021 - 21:36 GMT

    Delaware State Parks Fee Season to Begin March 1

    The Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control reminds visitors to Delaware State Parks that 2021 entrance fees will be in effect starting Monday, March 1 through Nov. 30. State park entrance fees for vehicles registered in Delaware are $4 …

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  • Published on February 23, 2021 - 06:30 GMT

    Pond Trout Season to Open Early

    Trout being stocked last year for the 2020 downstate pond trout season. Only Newton Pond near Greenwood will have trout stocked this year. Anglers Encouraged to Practice Responsible Social Distancing; Newton Pond Closed for All Angling Feb. 23 Through 27 …

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  • Published on February 17, 2021 - 22:30 GMT

    Sewer Break Discharges Water into St. Jones River

    Public Advised to Avoid Length of River from Dover to Bowers Until Wastewater Spill is Dispersed The Kent County Levy Court Public Works is currently addressing a force main break, causing wastewater to flow into the St. Jones River. The public should …

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  • Published on February 17, 2021 - 18:56 GMT

    Investigation of Closed Solvay Polymer Facility

    DNREC Reaches Settlement with Company for Investigation, Possible Remediation at Site The Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control today announced a settlement with Solvay Specialty Polymers USA, LLC to address perfluoroalkyl and …

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  • Published on February 1, 2021 - 13:25 GMT

    Hunters Reminded to Remove Temporary Deer Stands from State Wildlife Areas

    Hunters are reminded to remove their portable deer stands from state wildlife areas by Monday, Feb. 15 now that Delaware’s 2020/2021 deer hunting seasons have closed. Any deer stands found on state wildlife areas after that date will become the property of …

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