Posts Tagged ‘coronavirus’
Monday Coronavirus Update – 110 New Positive Cases, 1 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. 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 underlying health conditions. Individuals…
Read MoreGov. Carney Bans All Short-Term Rental Units Until Coronavirus Threat is Eliminated
Governor John Carney on Monday issued the tenth modification to his State of Emergency declaration, banning all short-term rental units – including vacation home rentals, hotels, motels, and condo rentals – to help fight the spread of COVID-19. Commercial lodging in Delaware will remain closed through May 15, or until the public health threat is…
Read MoreAlternate Care Sites Being Set Up in NCCo for Overflow Coronavirus Patients
The Delaware Emergency Management Agency (DEMA) and the State Health Operations Center (SHOC) are announcing today the designation of alternative care sites (ACS) in New Castle County to accommodate overflow patients from Delaware hospital systems as they begin to experience a surge in patients with coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). Sites for the southern part of…
Read MoreProcessing of Paper Income Tax Returns to Temporarily Stop on April 15 Due to COVID-19
Maryland Comptroller Peter Franchot has urged taxpayers seeking refunds to file electronically as soon as possible and announced that the agency will temporarily stop processing paper tax returns on April 15, in an effort to keep essential employees safe amid the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19). “We remain committed to getting refunds into taxpayers’ bank accounts…
Read MoreDelaware State Police enforce out-of-state travel restrictions amid coronavirus outbreak
Delaware State Police conducted multiple checkpoints over the course of the weekend throughout Sussex County, as a measure to enforce Governor Carney’s order restricting out of state travelers entry into Delaware. The checkpoints occurred between approximately 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., both days, and rotated between roadways which had been identified as having a high…
Read More5,000 coronavirus rapid test kits arrive in Delaware
The Delaware Division of Public Health (DPH) Lab received a shipment of 5,000 rapid test kits from Pinnacle BioLabs. DPH’s order for the kits had been held for days in Cincinnati by the Food and Drug Administration. The kits, which use blood drawn by a finger stick instead of collecting a nasal swab to obtain…
Read MoreDHSS Ending All Walk-in Access to Public Offices
The Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS) is announcing that all walk-in access to its public offices will end beginning on Monday, April 6, 2020, because of the potential risk for clients and DHSS employees in having in-person interactions. Client needs will now be met in person by appointment only, or through phone, email…
Read MoreGovernor Hogan Takes Aggressive Action to Protect Nursing Home Residents and Staff Amid COVID-19 Outbreaks
Governor Larry Hogan has enacted an emergency order to protect residents and staff at Maryland nursing home facilities, and bolster the state’s mitigation and suppression efforts amid outbreaks of COVID-19. Effective immediately, new directives will require facilities to direct all staff who interact with residents to wear personal protective equipment, create separate observation and isolation…
Read MoreDPH Coronavirus Update Adds 80 Positive Cases; No Deaths – for Second Day
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 cases  New Castle County cases: 436 …
Read MoreDAFB Makes Changes to Base Access
In an effort to ensure unit readiness, protect the community and address the COVID-19 threat, Col. Matthew Jones, the 436th Airlift Wing commander, directed new base access procedures. Effective April 8, 2020, retired military members, their dependents and approved Veteran Health Identification Card (VHIC) holders will only be allowed access to the installation on Wednesdays…
Read MoreDPH Adds 143 Positive Coronavirus Cases in First State – No New Deaths
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 cases New Castle County…
Read MoreSalisbury Puts Maximum Occupancy Limits in Place for Businesses & Other Public Places
In order to further limit the impact of COVID-19 upon our community, temporary maximum occupancy limits have been enacted for businesses and other public places which are currently allowed to remain open as “essential.” The limits take effect immediately, and will remain in place until the state of emergency is lifted in Maryland, or otherwise…
Read MoreUSS Delaware Commissioned into the US Navy Today
The big day for the USS Delaware was a small affair today – thanks to the coronavirus – at the Port of Wilmington. The Virginia-class fast attack submarine was commissioned into the US Navy administratively and transitioned to normal operations with her 136-member crew. The USS Delaware is a flexible, multi-mission platform designed to carry…
Read MoreNo Abbreviated Tax Returns for Most Social Security Beneficiaries Who Don’t Typically File Tax Returns
Good news for some – the Department of the Treasury announced last week that Social Security beneficiaries who are not typically required to file tax returns will NOT need to file an abbreviated tax return to receive an economic impact payment – or stimulus check. The IRS will use the information on the Form SSA-1099…
Read MoreMany Outdoor Activities Canceled – but DNREC has a Host of Online Resources
As events and programs are canceled or postponed during Governor Carney’s emergency declaration for the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, the Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control encourages Delawareans to take advantage of its robust collection of online resources. They can watch live virtual park programs multiple times a week, take a virtual boating course, explore parks and…
Read MoreDE to Receive CARES Act Grant for Delaware Transit Response to Coronavirus
Today, U.S. Senators Tom Carper, Chris Coons and Congresswoman Lisa Blunt Rochester (all D-Del.) announced a $66,580,605 Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act grant award to Delaware Transit Corporation (DTC) to help to prevent, prepare for and respond to the COVID-19 pandemic. Funding will be provided at a 100 percent federal share, with…
Read MoreIndian River School District Modifying Meal Service Schedule for the Holidays
With the Easter Holiday close, Indian River School District is making changes to the meal service schedule between April 6 and 17th. There will be NO meals served on Good Friday, April 10 or Monday, April 13. Regular service will resume on Wednesday, April 15. The schedule for the next two weeks is as follows:–…
Read MoreHighmark Delaware donating $200k to coronavirus response effort
Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield Delaware announced today a $200,000 BluePrints for the Community contribution to the Delaware Coronavirus (COVID-19) Emergency Response Initiative, to meet the needs of the individuals, families and organizations that are experiencing hardship. “Now more than ever, it is crucial that organizations positioned to help our community do so in a…
Read MoreBayhealth to hold prayer for healthcare workers, patients, and the state amid coronavirus pandemic
Bayhealth will hold a moment of prayer for our healthcare heroes, patients, and the community as Delaware deals with the ongoing strain of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. The prayer/meditation will be held on Friday, April 3, at 1:30 p.m. The organization’s Diversity and Spirituality Committee is coordinating this with the help of its Pastoral Care team.…
Read MoreSenator Carper joins colleagues pressuring Treasury Dept. to reverse Social Security tax filing stimulus decision
Social Security recipients will automatically receive direct cash assistance in the coronavirus stimulus package without having to file tax returns. The reversal comes after Delaware’s Senior U.S. Senator Tom Carper joined 40 of his colleagues demanding the decision be reversed following guidance that the IRS issued. Earlier this week, the Treasury Department stated that Social Security…
Read MoreDelaware State Police release details on coronavirus travel advisory enforcement
As the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic continues to progress, the amount of information associated with it seems to be ever-changing, sometimes causing more confusion than clarity. With this in mind, Delaware State Police are providing additional information to specifically address travel related restrictions set forth in Governor Carney’s State of Emergency Declaration. While certain restrictions outlined…
Read MoreMaryland Congressional Delegation pushes FEMA for urgent medical supplies needed to fight coronavirus
The full Maryland Congressional Delegation is pushing FEMA to help with emergency medical supplies as cases continue to climb in the Old Line State. The time-sensitive request for the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) comes as COVID-19 cases are on the rise in the state and overall MD-DC-VA region. The latest bipartisan request comes among…
Read MoreVaughn Inmates Begin Making Face Masks in Prison Garment Shop
This week, three dozen inmates who are employed in the James T. Vaughn Correctional Center garment shop began producing cotton face masks for the correctional system and first responders as the Delaware Department of Correction steps up to support the First State’s COVID-19 response. These skilled inmate workers normally cut and sew material from large rolls of red and white cotton cloth into…
Read MoreUD Postpones May Commencement
UD postpones May Commencement and University officials are looking for input on alternatives from graduating students. As the uncertainty of the pandemic situation continues to evolve, UD officials are weighing the multiple factors in staging an event as complex as Commencement to determine the best course ahead. While discussions are already underway between administrators and…
Read MoreCORRECTED: DPH Coronavirus Update – 393 Confirmed Cases – 101 in Sussex County
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 a total of six deaths related to long-term care facilities, including…
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