Posts Tagged ‘coronavirus’
Ocean City extends beach, boardwalk closure to late April
The Town of Ocean City continues to take extreme measures to protect residents and employees from the rapid spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19), outlining several new emergency actions that increase restrictions previously implemented in the resort community. The first action, which was outlined in a new emergency declaration by Mayor Rick Meehan, extends the closure…
Read MoreWorcester County urges visitors, residents to comply with Governor’s Stay at Home order
Worcester County Commissioners urge visitors and residents alike to comply with the Stay At Home order issued Monday by Maryland Governor Larry Hogan. “Protecting public health is our highest priority throughout the duration of this public health crisis,” Commission President Joe Mitrecic said. “In the weeks ahead, visitors and residents will play a key role…
Read MoreGovernor Carney Signs Order to Designate Emergency Child Care Sites for Essential Personnel
Governor John Carney on Monday signed the eighth modification to his State of Emergency declaration, which allows child care programs in Delaware to be designated as emergency child care sites in an effort to assist essential personnel during the coronavirus crisis. Starting April 6, and continuing until the State of Emergency is lifted, child care may…
Read MoreDelaware Coronavirus Number Up – Sussex County Woman Dies
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 away due to complications from COVID-19. The most recent death involves a 92-year-old female from Sussex County who had significant underlying health conditions.…
Read MoreDOC Tightens Operating Procedures Because of Coronavirus
Delaware Department of Correction (DOC) Commissioner Claire DeMatteis today announced that DOC proactively has further enhanced its COVID-19 operating procedures to build on rigorous screenings, protections and cleanings already in place to help keep officers, inmates and staff safe and healthy. “The DOC currently does not have any known cases of COVID-19. Five inmates have…
Read MoreDSP Academy Cancels 49th Trooper Youth Week in June
The Delaware State Police Academy has cancelled the 49th Trooper Youth Week scheduled to run from June 22-26, 2020. Our concern for the health and well-being of our community as well as our Troopers remains our top priority. We greatly appreciate the continued partnership with the American Legion, Department of Delaware and look forward to working with…
Read MoreMD Stay At Home Order Effective 8pm Tonight
This morning, Maryland Governor Larry Hogan enacted an executive order which institutes a Stay at Home directive. No Maryland resident should be leaving their home unless it is for an essential job or for an essential reason, such as obtaining food or medicine, seeking urgent medical attention, or for other necessary purposes. In addition, only…
Read MoreUPDATE: US Navy Hospital Ship Comfort Arrives in NYC
UPDATE – 3/30/20 7:30am – The US Navy Hospital Ship Comfort passed by the Delaware beaches around 9am Sunday – but was too far offshore in the fog to be seen as one listener tells WGMD. The ship plotter bogged down after that – but is back and working this morning. Comfort is due east…
Read MoreAnglers reminded to practice social distancing in Delaware
Take advantage of the early opening of the upstate trout season for adult anglers on Tuesday, March 31 to help minimize crowds and accommodate responsible outdoor recreation during the current coronavirus (COVID-19) period. Anglers are reminded to practice safe social distancing – a minimum of six feet, or about the length of some fishing rods…
Read MoreLewes couple donates $50,000 help Beebe with coronavirus testing
Scott and Tracy Sipprelle have committed $50,000 to Beebe’s COVID-19 response efforts. Scott and Tracy, who own a home in Lewes, wanted to support Beebe in an effort to allow the healthcare system to purchase the necessary technology and testing equipment that would allow Beebe to test for coronavirus (COVID-19) at the Margaret H. Rollins…
Read MoreDisaster relief agencies open drop-off sites for medical, cleaning supplies donations in Maryland
Disaster relief agencies are partnering to open four locations around the state to accept donations of specialized medical equipment and some cleaning supplies to support coronavirus (COVID-19) response efforts. Maryland Volunteer Organizations Active in Disasters (VOAD) and the Adventist Community Services (ACS) have partnered to coordinate the collection and dissemination of these vital supplies. These…
Read MoreDPH Announce Increase in Positive Cases & Another Death from Coronavirus
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 a 79-year-old female from New…
Read MoreGovernor Carney Orders Out-of-State Travelers to Immediately Self-Quarantine for 14 Days
Governor John Carney on Sunday signed the seventh modification to his State of Emergency declaration, ordering all out-of-state travelers into Delaware to immediately self-quarantine for 14 days to fight the spread of COVID-19. Under Sunday’s order, anyone who enters Delaware from another state must immediately self-quarantine for 14 days. The 14-day period is measured from…
Read More2 Upstate Care Facilities Report Multiple Coronavirus Cases
The second Delawarean who died from complications with coronavirus was a resident of Little Sisters of the Poor in Newark. Since then seven more residents have tested positive for the virus. Public Health officials on Saturday said a second care facility – HarborChase – in Wilmington has six residents from a memory care unity who…
Read MoreThree Die from Complications from Coronavirus in Delaware
The Delaware Division of Public Health (DPH) is announcing three additional deaths 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 a 76-year-old male from New…
Read MoreHow You Can Help – Make Hand-sewn Masks
Thanks to the incredible response from the community, and the help of Pam Smith, RN at Beebe Healthcare, Beebe has a format and instructions for making and donating hand-sewn masks. Instructions with photos can be found on our website on the COVID-19 Relief Fund page: https://www.beebehealthcare.org/covid19-relief. Smith has created a specific mask pattern that Beebe will…
Read MoreGov Carney Expands HELP for Additional Industries Impacted by Coronavirus in DE
Governor John Carney on Thursday announced the expansion of the Hospitality Emergency Loan Program (H.E.L.P.) to provide financial relief for additional industries impacted because of coronavirus (COVID-19). The expansion makes personal care services businesses – such as barber shops, hair salons, nail salons, and beauty shops – eligible for the program. Eligible businesses must have…
Read MoreMaryland now reporting over 700 cases of coronavirus
The State of Maryland now has 774 confirmed cases of coronavirus (COVID-19) – an increase of 425 cases over the last three days. There are now more than 1,500 confirmed cases in the National Capital Region – in Maryland, Washington, D.C., and Virginia – 4.5 times more than there were just one week ago. “Over…
Read MoreDelaware fire companies, first responders face challenges as coronavirus crisis continues
Fire companies and first responders across the First State are facing increased challenges as the coronavirus pandemic has put a strain on resources and funding as cases continue to rise rapidly in Delaware. There are currently 143 total laboratory-confirmed cases in the state since March 11. This includes 24 additional cases since Wednesday. Of the…
Read MoreChild care providers in Maryland ordered to close in response to coronavirus pandemic
Child care providers across the State of Maryland must close by the end of business Friday in response to ongoing efforts to combat the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19). During the State of Emergency, child care programs have been established by the State to serve only designated essential personnel. The programs are at no cost to…
Read MoreMaryland receives Major Disaster Declaration to aide state’s response to coronavirus
Maryland Governor Larry Hogan has announced that the state has received a Major Disaster Declaration from the federal government in response to the coronavirus pandemic. The announcement comes just hours after Governor Hogan pushed for disaster declarations for the states during a teleconference with the White House. As chairman of the National Governors Association, he…
Read MoreUPDATED: Governor Amends Decision to close gun stores in Delaware
After an outcry by lawmakers and gun rights advocates, Governor John Carney has amended the closure rule for gun shops in Delaware during the coronavirus pandemic. The section in the list of essential and non-essential businesses – Sporting Goods, Hobby, Book, & Music Store – there is now a note which reads: “Firearms dealers may…
Read MoreNew Program to Provide Emergency House Aid to DE Renters Affected by Coronavirus Outbreak
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 or unpaid leave due to the COVID-19 health crisis. The Delaware Housing Assistance Program (DE HAP) will provide eligible households up…
Read MoreDelaware Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs Museums Closed TFN
The five museums administered by the Delaware Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs have been closed and their programs postponed until further notice in accordance with the State of Emergency declared by Governor John Carney in order to safeguard public health and help control the spread of the coronavirus. Following are links to information about…
Read MoreAttorneys General Call on Amazon and Whole Foods to Provide Paid Leave to Employees During Covid-19 Emergency
Maryland Attorney General Brian E. Frosh has joined a group of 15 attorneys general in calling on Amazon and Whole Foods to provide paid sick and family leave to their employees during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. In a letter sent to the companies, the attorneys general ask them to provide paid sick and family leave…
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