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Coastal Resilience Design Studio students created conceptual plan that helped Claymont receive $1.5 million grant

Michelman has appointed Dr. Portia Yarborough as chief science and sustainability officer (CSSO), effective February 6, 2023. 

Take a hike and immerse yourself in history. We like the walking trails at The Laurels Preserve, Mt. Cuba Center, Winterthur, Rockwood Park and more.

For over 30 years Delaware Greenways has worked tirelessly to help create more trails, pathways and byways in Delaware, as well as champion safer and greater use for those already in existence. Trails, pathways and scenic byways increase property...

June 1, 2021 The veteran youth worker and advocate for children and families will start his new position today Wilmington Mayor Mike Purzycki said today he is delighted to announce the appointment of Ian Smith as the City’s next Director of the Department of Parks and Recreation. Smith, who lives in Wilmington with his family, moves to City government from State government where he has been the Delaware Program Director of Youth Advocates Programs, Inc. (YAP) since 2016. The Mayor said Smith ...

The Delaware Bayshore Byway is now officially a National Scenic Byway. As part of Earth Day celebrations across the state, Gov. John Carney and state officials gathered April 22 on the marsh boardwalk trail at St. Jones Reserve to make the announcement and unveil the first Americas Bywaya sign. The reserve, located south of Dover off Kitts Hummock Road, contains a visitors center and 2-mile nature trail. Its also a key center for research and monitoring of the Delaware Bay marsh system. Carney ...

Delaware Bayshore Byway National Scenic Byway designation sign unveiling Delaware News Desk As part of this week’s Earth Day celebration, the Delaware Department of Transportation, the Delaware Tourism Office, Delaware Greenways and the Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control announced April 26 the Federal Highway Administration has designated the Delaware Bayshore Byway as a National Scenic Byway.   Gov. John Carney, DelDOT Secretary Nicole Majeski, DNREC Secretar...

As part of recent Earth Day celebrations, the Delaware Department of Transportation (DelDOT), the Delaware Tourism Office, Delaware Greenways and the Delaware Department of Natural Resources & Environmental Control (DNREC) announced that the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) has designated the Delaware Bayshore Byway as a National Scenic Byway. Gov. John Carney, DelDOT Secretary Nicole Majeski, DNREC Secretary Shawn M. Garvin, Director of the Delaware Tourism Office Liz Keller and represent...

47abc April 22, 2021 DELAWARE – State officials and environmentalist groups gathered to not only honor earth day, but to start the initiative to make Delaware a greener state. “We take an oath of office that requires us to respect the way of future generations to enjoy the rich historic and natural heritage of Delaware,” says state Governor John Carney. Nature has been a key focus this year, and according to state officials, they have the pandemic to thank for that. Officials say this pas...

Shad Fest, Queer Icons and Love campaign part of effort to lure tourists back to Lambertville Updated Apr 13, 2021; Posted Apr 13, 2021 The Greater Lambertville Chamber of Commerce is planning a number of promotions and activities to encourage visitors to come to the Delaware River town. Photography by Stephen Harris Facebook Share The Delaware River Towns Chamber of Commerce recently changed its name to the Greater Lambertville Chamber of Commerce, a move its leaders say is a reflection of w...