DOVER – The Delmarva Avian Influenza Joint Information Center announced today that the Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC) and the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) Wildlife Services are collaborating to collect sick and deceased snow geese and other wild birds that may have succumbed to the outbreak of avian influenza currently …
EPA, DNREC reach agreement on civil rights complaint
The Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Office of External Civil Rights Compliance (OECRC) and the Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC) have signed an Informal Resolution Agreement addressing a civil rights complaint related to permitting for a bioenergy project in Seaford. The resolution builds on steps DNREC had already taken to strengthen public engagement processes in communities impacted by permitting …
DNREC Launches New Photo Contest Showcasing Delaware
The Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control invites photographers to showcase their skills and love for nature in the new DNREC Photo Contest. Open to all ages and skill levels, this contest seeks to highlight Delaware’s outdoors through striking photography. This new, expanded contest combines DNREC’s former photo contests into one unified program. Rather than holding separate competitions throughout …
Governor Carney declares statewide drought watch
Governor John Carney has issued a statewide drought watch after receiving guidance from the Delaware Water Supply Coordinating Council (WSCC). First Staters are asked to voluntarily reduce outdoor uses of water during the drought watch. This decision follows an assessment of conditions by the WSCC Friday. The drought watch will remain in effect until further notice. The mandatory open burning ban issued …
Del. gets $10 million to restore Indian River beaches
Delaware is set to receive $10 million from the federal government to help restore the beaches north of the Indian River Inlet Bridge. The beaches will be fortified with up to 800,000 cubic yards of sand over the course of the next two winters. “This $10 million federal investment from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law will support our ongoing efforts to …
Complaint filed against DNREC for US Wind project
The Caesar Rodney Institute and two individuals have asked the Superior Court of the State of Delaware in Sussex County to prohibit the Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC) from issuing permits for an offshore wind project. “DNREC is not following its own rules and regulations in filing this permit process,” said David Stevenson, director of the Center …
DNREC issues water advisory due to medical waste on beaches
A state agency has issued an official recreational water advisory following the closure of several beaches due to medical waste, including needles, washing up on the shoreline. The Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control‘s advisory was announced Tuesday and is for Delaware coastal beaches. It is in effect for one week. Beach access in the City of Rehoboth Beach …
8 tips to stay safe while boating this summer
A Delaware agency wants to make sure those hitting the open seas are safe this summer. Wednesday, the Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control announced eight tips for water enthusiasts to follow. The department’s Division of Fish and Wildlife joined Smyrna’s Citizens’ Hose Company to highlight recently installed buoyant life rings at DNREC’s Woodland Beach fishing pier and …
MilfordLIVE Weekly Review – March 26, 2024
This Week’s Top Headlines Include: Doors open on Milford’s first meadery DNREC Announces ‘Take a Kid Fishing!’ Spring Events fondue celebrates one year anniversary Corporate Center, Red Cedar Farms, Teal Creek Plaza OK’d Milford Middle School project moves into construction phase Click on the image below to view the PDF
Need a charge? Milford shows off its 2 EV stations downtown
Twice delayed because of rain, a ribbon cutting for two new electric vehicle charging stations in downtown Milford finally took place Friday. Sunny skies and a comfortable temperature hinting at the upcoming segue to spring made for a pleasant ceremony at the NE Front Street parking lot. A couple dozen people, including city officials, staff and local media, gathered around …