Posts Tagged ‘coronavirus’
Gov Carney Issues Community Call-To-Action
Governor John Carney issued a community call-to-action on Thursday, urging all Delaware citizens, businesses and nonprofits to offer their assistance in Delaware’s fight against coronavirus disease (COVID-19). The State of Delaware launched an online tool at de.gov/coronavirus to connect Delawareans offering materials and supplies with organizations, medical providers and others in need of assistance. Click here if you…
Read MoreDOJ makes $850 million available to public safety agencies amid coronavirus outbreak
The Department of Justice (DOJ) today announced that it is making $850 million available to help public safety agencies respond to the challenges posed by the outbreak of coronavirus (COVID-19). The Coronavirus Emergency Supplemental Funding program, authorized by the recent stimulus legislation signed by President Trump, will allow eligible state, local, and tribal governments to…
Read MoreHighmark waives deductibles, co-insurance and co-pays for in-network, inpatient hospital care for COVID-19 treatment
Highmark has announced that members who require in-network, inpatient hospital care for COVID-19 will not incur any deductibles, co-insurance and co-pays, effective immediately. The decision applies to members with group employer coverage (self-funded groups may elect to opt into the program), as well as ACA and Medicare members. Highmark previously waived out-of-pocket costs for COVID-19…
Read MoreSussex County veteran passes away from coronavirus
Governor Hogan takes further steps to support Marylanders amid coronavirus outbreak
Governor Larry Hogan issued two emergency orders to further support Marylanders during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, including the expansion of telehealth services and the designation of disabilities services personnel as health care providers. “As our state faces new and unprecedented challenges, we need to be adaptive, innovative, and inclusive in our response,” said Governor Hogan.…
Read MoreBeebe Healthcare to Host Facebook Live COVID-19 Virtual Town Hall
Beebe Healthcare is inviting the public to a one-hour coronavirus (COVID-19) virtual town hall at 5 p.m. Monday, April 6. Watch the virtual town hall live on Beebe’s Facebook page, or you can dial one of the following numbers, enter the participant PIN followed by # to confirm. Primary line: 415-466-7000 – PIN: 6947511 #…
Read MoreWorcester County closes all non-essential, short-term rentals
Worcester County has declared that all non-essential, short-term rentals in West Ocean City, Ocean Pines, and all other unincorporated areas of Worcester County should be cancelled until the Stay-At-Home order is lifted at the direction of Maryland Governor Larry Hogan. These emergency measures have been implemented to stop the spread of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) in…
Read MoreGovernor Carney Restricts Gatherings, Requires Businesses to Strictly Comply with Social Distancing
Governor John Carney on Wednesday signed the ninth modification to his State of Emergency declaration, further limiting public gatherings and ordering essential businesses to take specific steps to enforce social distancing and fight the spread of coronavirus (COVID19). Governor Carney’s modified emergency order limits public gatherings to 10 people through May 15, or until the public…
Read MoreSussex County man latest in deaths from coronavirus in Delaware
The Delaware Division of Public Health (DPH) has announced one additional fatality related to coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19).   In total, 11 Delawareans have passed away due to complications from COVID-19. The most recent death involves an 84-year-old male from Sussex County who was hospitalized and had significant underlying health conditions. To protect personal health information, DPH will not disclose additional information about the individuals who…
Read MoreDART limiting number of passengers on buses to ensure social distancing
eBright Health Partners With Beebe Healthcare To Collect Needed Supplies
The number of coronavirus (COVID-19) cases in Delaware continues to rise, especially in Sussex County. In order to provide needed medical supplies to the healthcare systems in Delaware, eBrightHealth ACO is hosting donation drop-off locations throughout the state. The Sussex County event for Beebe Healthcare will be held Wednesday, April 1 through Saturday, April 4,…
Read MoreIndian River School District to implement remote learning for students
The Indian River School District will implement a remote learning plan for PreK-12 students beginning on Monday, April 20. Instruction will be delivered through a variety of platforms while schools remain closed through May 15 due to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. School administrators and staff will be holding remote meetings during the next few weeks…
Read MoreCarl M. Freeman Foundation Donates $250,000 to Beebe Healthcare’s COVID-19 Relief Fund
Recognizing the crisis surrounding coronavirus (COVID-19), the Carl M. Freeman Foundation is donating $250,000 to be used for COVID-19 testing, including personal protective equipment, and the well-being of frontline healthcare professionals. The Carl M. Freeman Foundation normally supports and promotes innovative community-based leadership and giving, but felt compelled to step outside of their normal giving…
Read MoreConcerns raised over out-of-staters in Sussex County amid coronavirus outbreak
A topic of concern continues to be out-of-state visitors traveling to Sussex County, specifically the beaches, and how it could put a strain on local hospitals and resources as coronavirus cases continue to rise in Delaware. There have been countless reports of residents from states such as New York and New Jersey traveling to communities…
Read MoreFTC reports surge in coronavirus complaints, scams
Consumer complaints and scam reports to the Federal Trade Commission related to the coronavirus (COVID-19) have surged in recent weeks. Since the beginning of the year, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has received more than 7,800 coronavirus-related reports from consumers, double what they were about a week ago. The top categories of coronavirus-related fraud complaints…
Read MoreDeaths up to 10 in Delaware as coronavirus cases continue to climb
The Delaware Division of Public Health (DPH) has announced three additional deaths due to coronavirus (COVID-19). In total, 10 Delawareans have passed away due to complications from COVID-19. There have been a total of five deaths related to long-term care facilities, including four in New Castle County (three at Little Sisters of the Poor) and…
Read MoreOcean City enacts lodging restrictions to combat spread of coronavirus
The Ocean City Mayor and City Council continue to take drastic actions to stop the spread of the Coronavirus (COVID-19). The latest steps, outlined in a new emergency declaration, restricts short term accommodations for hotels and rentals to essential lodgers only through April 30, 2020. The declaration includes but is not limited to hotels, motels,…
Read MoreDE Receives Shipment of Face Masks for Healthcare Workers
A truckload of about 600,000 ear-loop face masks arrived at the D&S Warehouse in nearby Newark, Delaware. US Sen. Chris Coons (D-Del.) joined longtime friend and protective garment distributor George Gianforcaro to receive the personal protective equipment or PPE. Today’s delivery is one of four shipments of protective masks, which will fill orders in states…
Read MoreBethany Beach Officials Need Your Help
Officials in Bethany Beach ask for your help – “As our community continues to deal with the coronavirus, we are asking for your assistance to help us identify anyone in the community that might need special help or aid. Over half of our year-round population is over 67 and certainly, uncertainty and fear might be…
Read MoreUPDATED: WGMD Fishing Report Returns Wednesday – Find Out Where You Can Fish in DE
The WGMD Fishing Report with Eric Burnley begins Wednesday morning! You can hear the fishing report on the air at 6am, 10am and 4pm – or go to wgmd.com to hear it any time. While coronavirus has put an end to many sports and activities – fishing is still available for most – as long…
Read MoreMaryland State Police ready to enforce Stay At Home order
Maryland State Police Superintendent Colonel Woodrow Jones III has directed troopers to continue their public education and enforcement efforts regarding the Governor’s Executive Orders and last night issued specific instructions regarding the Stay at Home order. Enforcement of the expanded Governor’s Executive Order will be conducted by Maryland state troopers; however, troopers will not make…
Read MoreNational Pump Price for Regular Drops to $1.99 per Gallon, Cheapest Average in Four Years
The national average for a gallon of regular gasoline dropped below $2 per gallon for the first time in four years. Today’s national gas price average is $1.99, and in Delaware, the average is $1.91. AAA expects gas prices to push cheaper by at least another quarter in April. The decline is due to COVID-19’s…
Read MoreEPA urges Americans to only flush toilet paper amid coronavirus pandemic
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is encouraging all Americans to only flush toilet paper, not disinfecting wipes or other non-flushable items that should be disposed of in the trash. Flushing only toilet paper helps ensure that the toilets, plumbing, sewer systems and septic systems will continue working properly to safely manage the nation’s wastewater.…
Read MoreGovernor Hogan’s Request for Federal REAL ID Extension is Granted
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has extended the REAL ID deadline to October 1, 2021, giving states more time to meet federal REAL ID requirements. The one-year extension will allow nearly 300,000 Marylanders to become REAL ID compliant through their standard driver’s license renewal process. Governor Larry Hogan, Chairman of the National Governors…
Read MoreMountaire donates chicken to hospital employees on Delmarva
Mountaire Farms is donating more than 44,000 pounds of chicken to employees at Nanticoke Memorial Hospital in Seaford and Peninsula Regional Medical Center in Salisbury. Trucks will bring cases of chicken to Nanticoke on Thursday and to Peninsula on Wednesday. Employees will each get a 10-pound bag of fresh chicken to take home to their…
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