Posts Tagged ‘coronavirus’
Perdue Farms Hosts Virtual Town Hall Meetings During Coronavirus
Perdue Farms has been hosting Town Hall-style webinars at locations where they have production operations to keep the dialogue ongoing regarding the coronavirus pandemic. Officials from Perdue have shared the safety measures the company has implemented to protect employees and answered questions to alleviate outstanding concerns. Attendees also shared suggestions for additional safety measures the…
Read MoreCity employee in Salisbury tests positive for coronavirus
Mayor Jake Day has announced that a second municipal employee of the City of Salisbury has tested positive for COVID-19. The employee, a member of the Salisbury Fire Department, is currently presenting with a cough, but no other symptoms. The employee will remain in home isolation as mandated by the Wicomico County Health Department City…
Read MoreMaryland State Police partner with American Red Cross for blood drive effort
Maryland State Police are joining with other state law enforcement agencies to assist the American Red Cross in encouraging the public to donate blood during the coronavirus pandemic. The push to donate blood is an effort by state law enforcement employees in Maryland who want to honor the memories of those Marylanders who lost their…
Read MoreSussex County Air Force Salute to honor healthcare heroes in Sussex County
The Sussex County Air Force Salute is now tentatively scheduled for Saturday, May 23, depending on weather conditions. Morning thunderstorms will cause a GO/NO GO decision that will take place Saturday morning at 9 a.m., at which time organizers will decide whether or not to hold the event as scheduled or postpone it to either…
Read MoreCVS opening 17 new coronavirus test sites in Maryland
CVS Health (NYSE: CVS) will open 17 new COVID-19 test sites at select CVS Pharmacy drive-thru locations across Maryland. The opening of additional test sites across the state and country will be announced by the end of the month. These new sites will utilize self-swab tests and mark the next phase of the company’s nationwide…
Read MoreDelaware lodging industry urges Governor to ease restrictions
In a letter sent to Governor John Carney, the Delaware Hotel and Lodging Association (DHLA) urged him to reconsider his restrictions on leisure travel rentals. As part of the 10th modification to his State of Emergency declaration issued on April 6, the governor closed commercial lodging to leisure guests. The category includes hotels, motels, inns,…
Read MoreDelDOT to resume cash tolling statewide
Delaware’s three toll plazas will resume cash collection at the I-95, Biddles, and Dover Toll Plazas on Thursday, May 21, 2020, at 12:00 p.m.  Motorists without a valid E-ZPass transponder mounted must again use the cash lanes to pay their tolls. In addition, all Delaware Toll Plazas will also reopen for walk-in services. DelDOT says they…
Read MoreHighmark extends coverage of COVID-19 treatment and telemedicine
Highmark has announced that members who require in-network, inpatient hospital care for coronavirus (COVID-19) will not have to worry about paying cost-sharing such as deductibles, coinsurance and copays through Sept. 30. The health insurer had initially made the decision to waive cost-sharing for in-network, inpatient COVID-19 related hospital care through the end of May. Self-funded…
Read MoreDART announces new bus service routes for Memorial Day
Delaware GOP lawmakers write U.S. Attorney General accusing Governor Carney of violating the Constitution
In a letter addressed to William G. Barr, Attorney General of the United States, three Delaware legislators allege Governor John C. Carney of multiple violations of the United States Constitution. “The Governor of Delaware has usurped the authority of the citizens of the State of Delaware and the legislative and judicial branches of government,” said…
Read MoreProposed Sussex County FY 2021 Budget Includes No Tax or Sewer Increases
The Sussex County Council saw the proposed FY 21 budget this morning – a bare bones budget thanks to the impacts of coronavirus. The County’s proposed budget is $157.8-million – a decrease of $27.9-million or 15% from the current budget – and includes no increases in property taxes or sewer service rates. It does include…
Read MoreDPH UPDATE: 168 Additional Positive Cases; 7 New Deaths; 215 Additional Recovered
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, 304 Delawareans…
Read MoreHomer Gudelsky Park in West OC Reopens
Effective May 19, 2020, Worcester County Recreation & Parks (WCRP) is reopening Homer Gudelsky Park to the public. Visitors are reminded to adhere to physical distancing guidelines and gathering limits in compliance with Phase One of Governor Larry Hogan’s Maryland Roadmap to Recovery plan. Public Landing beach will remain closed until the current park renovation…
Read MoreUS Department of Justice Increases Efforts to Combat Sexual Harassment in Housing During the Coronavirus Pandemic
United States Attorney David C. Weiss requests that anyone who has witnessed or experienced sexual harassment by a landlord, property manager, maintenance worker, or anyone with control over housing report that conduct to federal or state law enforcement officials. The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted the ability of many people to pay rent on time and…
Read MoreIRSD Schools to Host Virtual/Drive-Up Graduation Ceremonies
DNREC to Lift Beach Restrictions, Visitor Numbers Limited in State Parks for Memorial Day Weekend; Campgrounds Remain Closed Through at Least May 31
Delawareans will resume activities such as swimming and sunbathing on Delaware State Park beaches for Memorial Day weekend, with existing restrictions on beaches being lifted by the Governor effective Friday, May 22 at 5 p.m. Out-of-state visitors who have maintained a 14-day quarantine since entering the state are also allowed to resume activity on Delaware…
Read MoreGov Carney Announces Additional Interim Steps for Retail, Restaurant Businesses to Expand Operations
Governor John Carney on Tuesday announced additional steps allowing retail establishments and restaurants to expand operations – while maintaining social distancing to prevent spread of COVID-19. Under the interim steps announced on Tuesday, all retail establishments in Delaware may operate by appointment only beginning at 8:00 a.m. on Wednesday, May 20. Restaurants, bars, taprooms and…
Read MoreUPDATED: Gov Carney & Ed Secretary Bunting Planning for Reopening of DE Schools
UPDATED 5/19 11:45am – The public is encouraged to participate in these meetings. The first meeting is at 2pm Thursday, May 22. Click on this link for more information – https://publicmeetings.delaware.gov/Meeting/66051 ======================================== Governor John Carney and Secretary of Education Susan Bunting announced a public strategy on Monday to plan for the safe reopening of Delaware…
Read MoreOcean City will hold July 4th fireworks
Ocean City Council voted Monday night to approve moving forward on July 4th fireworks by a 6-1 vote with Councilman Dennis Dare dissenting. The vote gave Town Manager Doug Miller direction to sign a contract with a July date. The contract also has an August and September date giving the town flexibility if they need to…
Read MoreSussex County Council to See FY 2021 Budget Tuesday
The Sussex County Council will be presented with the proposed FY 2021 budget during Tuesday’s meeting in Georgetown. During last week’s meeting Finance Director Gina Jennings told the council that this will be a very no-frills budget as they don’t know how the coronavirus pandemic will impact revenues, but she is expecting revenues to be…
Read MoreToll Collectors to Return to DE Memorial Bridge Thursday Morning
Effective at 12:01 a.m. on Thursday, May 21, 2020, the Delaware Memorial Bridge Twin Span will resume collecting cash at its southbound Toll Plaza. To reduce the risk of COVID-19 transmission, all DMB toll operators will be required to wear a face mask and gloves while collecting cash tolls. The DRBA is also supplying its…
Read MoreNo Arrests or Citations During Re-Open Delaware Rally in Rehoboth
Rehoboth Beach Police were well prepared for Saturday’s Reopen Delaware event on the Bandstand in Rehoboth. Police estimate about up to about 200 people attended the rally and were civil, respectful and orderly – helping to keep the event safe. No arrests were made and no citations were issued as the town had opened the…
Read MoreThis is National EMS Week
This week is National EMS Week which was established by presidential proclamation in 1973. This year presents a timely opportunity to recognize the EMTs and Paramedics who have been and continue to serve on the front lines of our nation’s war on the COVID-19. A number of them have contracted COVID-19 and even more have…
Read MoreGov Carney Issues Updated Guidance for DE Houses of Worship
Governor John Carney on Monday issued updated guidance for churches and other houses of worship in Delaware. The guidance – created in coordination with the Delaware Division of Public Health (DPH) and the Delaware Council of Faith-Based Partnerships – encourages virtual services but expands the ability for churches and other houses of worship to conduct in-person services with restrictions.…
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