Posts Tagged ‘coronavirus’
Gov Hogan Signs Covid-19 Public Health Emergency Protection Act of 2020
Governor Larry Hogan has signed the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency Protection Act of 2020, which specifies additional measures that the governor may take to address the unique challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, including facilitating access and delivery of health care. The bill establishes a series of protections for individuals directly affected by COVID-19 or…
Read MoreGov Carney Signs Executive Order Giving More Flexibility in Approving Child Care Options
Governor John Carney today signed Executive Order #38, allowing state regulators more flexibility in approving child care options for Delaware families and health care workers due to the coronavirus (COVID-19). Governor Carney’s executive order gives the Secretary of the Department of Services for Children, Youth and their Families (DSCYF) the ability to suspend or modify provisions…
Read MoreWicomico County has First Coronavirus Positive Case
Salisbury Mayor Jake Day says that Wicomico County’s first positive case of coronavirus. Wicomico County Health officials say the man, in his 30s, has a travel history outside the U.S. He is in good condition and is isolated at home and recovering well. The City of Salisbury, in cooperation with the Wicomico Health Department, Wicomico…
Read MoreMD Designated by SBA for Economic Injury Disaster Loan Program
Governor Larry Hogan today announced that Maryland has received official designation from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) for its Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) program, which provides low-interest federal disaster loans for small businesses impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. According to the SBA, the loans will help alleviate financial strain and allow businesses to…
Read MoreAll MD Comptroller Branch Offices Closed – Taxpayer Help Available by Phone or Email
All MD Comptroller Branch Offices closed throughout the state until further notice. Taxpayers have many options to complete their tax returns. They can still file electronically and have their questions answered via phone or email. We have extended nearly every deadline for payment of state taxes to help families facing employment challenges and to keep…
Read MoreDPH Reports 30 Cases of Coronavirus Statewide
Delaware’s numbers have increased with 30 cases of coronavirus now reported by Public Health officials – four additional cases since Wednesday. They say there are 23 cases in New Castle County, 4 in Kent County and 3 in Sussex County. The breakdown – 17 cases are men and 13 are women – they range in…
Read MoreHarris Announces SBA Disaster Declaration for Seven MD Eastern Shore Counties
Rep. Andy Harris, M.D. announced that the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has declared seven counties on Maryland’s Eastern Shore a disaster area, thereby making available financial resources for small businesses negatively affected by the COVID-19 (Coronavirus) pandemic. The seven counties are: Cecil, Kent, Queen Anne’s, Caroline, Dorchester, Wicomico and Worcester. Specifically, under an SBA…
Read MoreUPDATED: 1st Worcester County Case of Coronavirus – FB Live Update at 4:30pm
Another case of coronavirus on the Shore – this on in Worcester County. Worcester County Health Department officials say a man in his 30s who lives in the county was confirmed with coronavirus on Wednesday and is recovering at home. County officials are conducting a contact investigation and appropriate close contacts will have arrangements made…
Read MoreGovernor Hogan orders malls to close, issues warning to Marylanders
Following the first death from coronavirus in Maryland, Governor Larry Hogan has ordered all enclosed shopping malls and entertainment venues to close along with issuing a warning to Marylanders who violating state law by not taking the State of Emergency seriously. Governor Hogan held a press conference Thursday morning where he reacted to the first…
Read MoreCape Henlopen not canceling referendum over coronavirus State of Emergency
The Cape Henlopen School District has yet to reschedule their upcoming referendum set for Tuesday, March 31, 2019 despite the State of Emergency that was declared over the coronavirus outbreak in Delaware. “As of today, the referendum is on, but if anything changes I will let you know,” Cape Superintendent Bob Fulton told our Mike…
Read MoreGeorgetown woman tested for coronavirus
For the past three weeks, a Georgetown woman has been battling a severe illness that she believes could be the coronavirus. She was recently tested and shared her experience with WGMD News. Holly White, 35, heard of the coronavirus hype but never thought it would potentially impact her life the way it has over the…
Read MoreParent of Milford School District student tests positive for coronavirus
The parent of a student in the Milford School District has tested positive for coronavirus. Milford School District Superintendent Kevin Dickerson issued a statement Wednesday, confirming that officials have learned that a parent of a Benjamin Banneker Elementary School and Avenue Preschool student has tested positive for the virus. The parent is currently isolated at…
Read MoreGovernor Hogan announces first death from coronavirus in Maryland
Governor Larry Hogan has announced the first death of coronavirus in Maryland, a Prince George’s County resident in his 60s who suffered from an underlying medical condition. “It is with profound sadness that I announce the first death in Maryland as a result of the coronavirus pandemic,” Governor Hogan said in a statement Wednesday night.…
Read MoreDE General Assembly Session Postponed TFN
In response to ongoing concerns about the Coronavirus pandemic, House Speaker Pete Schwartzkopf and Senate President Pro Tempore David McBride announced Wednesday that the Delaware General Assembly is postponing legislative session until further notice. Legislative session originally was scheduled to resume on Tuesday, but was postponed last week due to the spread of coronavirus and recommendations…
Read MoreGov Carney Modifies State of Emergency Again
Governor Carney has modified his State of Emergency and ordered the closing of bowling alleys, concert events, movie theaters, sports facilities, fitness centers and health spas to close as of 8am Thursday. Also no senior center, nursing home/retirement facility, assisted-living facility shall knowingly permit a gathering of more than 10 persons that includes any person…
Read MoreSussex County Modifies Operations Beginning Thursday
Sussex County government continues to deliver services to the public, but significant modifications to day-to-day operations, including ending public access to all County facilities, suspending marriage ceremonies, and halting cash payments, are some of the exceptional steps being implemented as Delaware responds to the COVID-19 pandemic affecting populations around the world. Effective Thursday, March 19,…
Read MoreUPDATED: DE Food Bank Drive-Thru Food Pantry in Georgetown Thursday
The Food Bank is sponsoring a Mobile Drive-Thru Food Pantry TOMORROW – Thursday, March 19th at 11am in Georgetown. The drive thru is at Crossroad Community Church on State Forest Road (off Rt 404) west of Georgetown. Participants must remain in their vehicles and have identification and proof of Delaware residency. Also – have your…
Read MoreKent County resident critically ill with coronavirus
Over the course of the past seven days since the State of Delaware announced the first coronavirus case, the way of life for residents across the state has changed dramatically as public health officials continue to monitor the outbreak and take additional safety measures to protect Delawareans. Coronavirus (COVID-19) cases continue to climb across the…
Read MoreDelaware Congressional Delegation discuss response to coronavirus outbreak
In a follow-up call with the Delaware Department of Health and Social Services, Sens. Carper, Coons, Rep. Blunt Rochester discuss how to best streamline federal and state efforts to address confirmed cases of coronavirus and further transmission in Delaware U.S. Senators Tom Carper, Chris Coons, and Congresswoman Lisa Blunt Rochester joined Delaware public health officials…
Read MoreOcean City enhances measures to limit spread of coronavirus
Enhanced measures are continuing to be made throughout the Town of Ocean City in order to protect the health and safety of employees, residents, and visitors. During the current preventative phase of emergency operations, several town facilities will remain open with limitations put in place for “essential” business. City Hall: Guests will be asked to…
Read MoreDelaware’s Salvation Army on the front lines of the coronavirus outbreak
The Salvation Army of Delaware is ramping up its efforts to continue to serve those in need during the Coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19) global pandemic. While many are staying at home, The Salvation Army, which has mobilized in crises for over 150 years, is serving on the front lines in response to the outbreak. Since Delaware…
Read MoreAtlantic General Hospital changes visitor policy in response to coronavirus
As the coronavirus continues to spread, Atlantic General Hospital is taking steps to protect patients, visitors, associates, medical staff and the community. Atlantic General Hospital (AGH) staff are following protocols from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and working with experts from across the state and the county to keep the community safe…
Read MoreMaryland extends income tax deadline to July
Following a press conference from the White House where it was announced there would be a 90-day extension of the April 15th deadline for federal income tax payments, Maryland Comptroller Peter Franchot has announced that Maryland business and individual income taxpayers will be afforded the same relief. No interest or penalty for late payments will…
Read MoreCoronavirus Doubles in Delaware; 1st Case in Sussex County
Delaware Public Health officials say coronavirus has doubled in the First State – with 8 additional positive cases – including one in Sussex County bringing the total to 16. The other 7 positive cases are in New Castle County – six of them took part in Christiana Care’s drive thru testing event over the weekend.…
Read MoreUPDATED: DelDOT to Go Cashless & other Changes for Safety during Coronavirus Outbreak
UPDATED – 3-17-20 – Effective Tuesday, March 17, 2020 at 6:00pm, the Biden Welcome Center on I-95 in Newark will temporarily close to the public as efforts continue to limit crowds from gathering in response to the Coronavirus. Fuel will still be available at the gas station located on the north side of the property…
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