Press Release

Delaware’s Stewardship Week

By Editor

The Delaware Association of Conservation Districts (DACD) encourages you to think about your personal responsibility to be a good steward of Delaware’s natural resources during its annual Stewardship Week celebration. »

Delaware Amends Weakfish, Largemouth Bass and Establishes New Black Drum Regulations

By Editor

Following a series of public hearings, amendments to Delaware’s fisheries regulations governing weakfish and largemouth bass, and a new regulation setting limits for black drum, have been approved by DNREC Secretary Collin O’Mara. »

Park Service Dedicates Janes Island Nature Center In Honor Of Former Ranger Julie Schweikert

By Editor

The Maryland Park Service honored former Ranger Julie Schweikert by dedicating the Nature Center at Janes Island State Park in her name. An 18-year Maryland Park Service (MPS) veteran, Ranger Schweikert most recently served as park manager of the Somerset County State Park until her untimely death in 2009 at the age of 43. »

“Careers in Journalism” at Washington College

By Editor

Bob Thompson, former editor of The Washington Post Magazine, will offer a presentation on “Careers in Journalism” at Washington College’s Rose O’Neill Literary House on Thursday, March 25, at 4:30 p.m. »

Great Green Expo

By Editor

DNREC showcases energy savings programs for residents and businesses, state parks at the Great Green Expo »

O’Malley Ask Congress for Natural Resources Related Funding

By Editor

Maryland's Governor Martin O’Malley today requested $87 million in federal funding to support the State’s natural resources during his annual federal priorities presentation to the Maryland Congressional Delegation on Capitol Hill. »

Bethany-Fenwick Area Chamber Gearing Up Ocean to Bay Bike Tour

By Editor

The 21st Annual Ocean to Bay Bike Tour, scheduled for Saturday, April 17, is a great opening ride to the Mid-Atlantic cycling season and offers something for everyone, beginners and experienced cyclists. »

Delaware Artificial Reefs Get Another Infusion of Sporting Opportunity

By Editor

Delaware’s Redbird Reef—the largest site of sunken vehicles and vessels in the state’s network of artificial reefs—was enhanced for recreational diving this week with the sinking of a retired 74-foot tugboat, while another reef site received as fish habitat commercial barges that will make for more bites for anglers. »

Recycling Public Advisory Council to meet March 17 in Dover

By Editor

The Recycling Public Advisory Council will meet from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. on Wednesday, March 17 at the DelDot Administration Building, 800 Bay Road, Dover. »