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Executive - Press Release

Posted on: September 11, 2018

Flags lowered at county facilities September 11

In commemoration of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks, county, state and nationals flags are being flown at half-staff today, which has been designated as “Patriot Day”.

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Other News in Executive - Press Release

County Executive names Kristie Arlotta Sustainability Coordinator

Posted on: November 30, 2023

County shares story on Hope Center family

Posted on: November 15, 2023

County Executive Matt Meyer applauds passage of Delaware’s First Police Accountability Board

Posted on: November 15, 2023

County Executive Reminds NCC residents of NCC's services

Posted on: November 1, 2023

County Executive Meyer announces Community Association Portal

Posted on: October 30, 2023

Meyer announces new Youth Employment Initiative in collaboration with Ferris School

Posted on: October 25, 2023

Meyer, Carper, Coons, Blunt Rochester Announce ‘100 EV Plugs Plan’

Posted on: October 23, 2023

Brandywine Hundred Library unveils community-created quilts

Posted on: September 15, 2023

County Executive Meyer marks 350th anniversary of New Castle County

Posted on: September 12, 2023

County Executive Meyer remembers teacher mentor on 9/11

Posted on: September 11, 2023

County Executive Meyer announces Newark Free Library Capital Project

Posted on: September 5, 2023

County Executive Matt Meyer announces kick-off to NEA Big Read in New Castle County

Posted on: August 28, 2023

GOTH BALL: A Night at Rockwood to open the museum’s Paranormal Season

Posted on: August 25, 2023

County Executive Matt Meyer announces progress on Vacant Spaces to Livable Places initiative

Posted on: August 22, 2023

ICYMI: County Executive Matt Meyer announces RFP timeline for new County cellular towers

Posted on: August 15, 2023

ICYMI: Virginia looks to New Castle County for solutions to the opioid crisis

Posted on: August 1, 2023

New Castle County Executive Meyer announces County IT Department earns #3 national rank

Posted on: July 26, 2023

County Executive Matt Meyer announces $23m federal RAISE grant to construct the Newport River Trail,

Posted on: June 28, 2023

County Executive Meyer announces Brookside, Pleasantville area as next Building Better Communities p

Posted on: June 13, 2023

County Executive Meyer announces leadership changes in Executive Cabinet, Patibanda, Bell

Posted on: June 12, 2023

County Executive Meyer announces National Association of Counties recognitions for NCC programs

Posted on: May 24, 2023

County Executive applauds Council on passing FY2024 budget, historic investments in parks, libraries

Posted on: May 23, 2023

County Executive Meyer announces state-wide recognition for County’s public works, community service

Posted on: May 19, 2023

County Executive Meyer announces new wastewater testing program

Posted on: April 20, 2023

Meyer announces partnership with Discover, will offer low interest loans to small biz

Posted on: April 11, 2023

ICYMI: County Executive delivers budget address, recommends 5% residential property tax rebate

Posted on: March 30, 2023

County Executive Meyer announces return of environmental education contest for schools

Posted on: February 15, 2023

County Executive Meyer opens application process for 2023 New Castle County scholarship program

Posted on: February 14, 2023

ICYMI: Meyer, Stone pen editorial “We must make foreign policy work for Delaware"

Posted on: February 10, 2023

County Executive Meyer announces additional grant program for non-profit organizations

Posted on: February 2, 2023

County Executive Meyer, announces Black History Month celebration of African culture at the Walnut

Posted on: January 30, 2023

New Castle County awarded over $125,000.00 in USDA grant funds to support farmers, farmers markets

Posted on: January 27, 2023

Meyer, Carper, announce assistance to New Castle County for major infrastructure upgrade

Posted on: January 12, 2023

County Executive applauds $750K federal appropriation for Hope Center capital improvements

Posted on: January 4, 2023

County Executive Meyer marks two year anniversary of HOPE Center with community open house

Posted on: December 14, 2022

Meyer announces next grant opportunity for Richardson Park and Rosegate areas

Posted on: December 9, 2022

County Executive Meyer calls for PAGES and IMAZINE submissions from local students

Posted on: December 8, 2022

Meyer announces two additional grant programs to benefit museums/animal non-profits

Posted on: December 1, 2022

County Executive Meyer announces dates, times for December holiday events

Posted on: November 28, 2022

New Castle County recognizes National Children’s Grief Awareness Month

Posted on: November 2, 2022

New Castle County to receive $8m federal grant to continue to combat NCC families from lead

Posted on: October 3, 2022

NCC, Short Order Production House celebrate Mid-Atlantic Emmy victory for Hope Center

Posted on: October 3, 2022

County Executive Meyer announces the return of family camping event Sleep Under the Stars

Posted on: September 29, 2022

County Executive Meyer opens ARPA funding application for non-profits supporting vulnerable women an

Posted on: September 15, 2022

Meyer announces launch of New Outcomes-Based Initiative to Support First-Time Mothers

Posted on: September 2, 2022

County Executive Meyer announces expanded hours at New Castle County libraries

Posted on: August 22, 2022

County Executive Meyer promotes push for library card sign-ups during month of September

Posted on: August 22, 2022

County Executive Meyer announces start of National Health Corps Community Health Fellowship Program

Posted on: August 22, 2022

Philadelphia Eagles legend Westbrook to read aloud his book "The Mouse Who Played Football"

Posted on: August 8, 2022

Meyer announces ‘Small Business Open’ to spotlight NCC businesses during BMW Champs

Posted on: August 4, 2022

County Executive Meyer announces updated property tax and sewer payment credit card fees

Posted on: July 28, 2022

NCC’s Jack A. Markell Trail named Best Trail-Upstate by Delaware Today’s 2022 Best of DE

Posted on: July 21, 2022

New Castle County climbs two spaces to #5 nationally ranked IT team

Posted on: July 20, 2022

Building Better Communities Launches Next Grant Opportunity for Sparrow Run, Bear Area

Posted on: July 11, 2022

County Executive Meyer, dozens of pickleballers cut ribbon on eight new courts

Posted on: July 7, 2022

ICYMI: Carousel Park & Equestrian Center Therapeutic Riding Program featured on NBC10

Posted on: June 30, 2022

Meyer recognized by New Castle County Head Start with Ethel Mae Cooper Outstanding Service Award

Posted on: June 28, 2022

NCCPD's Major John Treadwell earns nationwide honor

Posted on: June 24, 2022

County Executive Meyer, friends of Appoquinimink Library cut ribbon on County’s latest library

Posted on: June 24, 2022

Meyer announces author event with NYT best-selling writer and Delaware native Dan Pfeiffer

Posted on: June 21, 2022

County Executive Meyer announces vendors, new ticketing system for annual Cream Festival

Posted on: June 17, 2022

County Executive Meyer announces first New Castle County Public Works Job Fair

Posted on: June 16, 2022

County Executive Meyer announces $820k award from US Department of Commerce to boost tourism in NCC

Posted on: June 10, 2022

Meyer announces community days of service for short term restoration of Mount Olive Cemetery

Posted on: June 10, 2022

County Executive Meyer recognized by Housing of Northern Delaware, Inc. with Andrew Turner Award

Posted on: June 9, 2022

County Executive Meyer announces e-commerce events for small business owners

Posted on: June 9, 2022

County Executive Meyer announces Rockwood Park and Museum partnership with Art-Reach’s ACCESS

Posted on: June 2, 2022

County Executive Meyer, Mayor Purzycki sign historic sewer treatment agreement

Posted on: May 31, 2022

New Castle County Executive Matt Meyer applauds passage of FY2023 budget; no tax increases or fees

Posted on: May 24, 2022

County Executive Meyer recognized by Goodwill of Delaware and Delaware County with Community Partner

Posted on: May 19, 2022

County Executive Meyer announces NACo national recognition for Hope Center

Posted on: May 19, 2022

County Executive Meyer announces the start of 4th annual NCC heARTed Contest and pop up art show

Posted on: May 3, 2022

County Executive Meyer announces start of ‘Great Schools, Clean Streams’ campaign

Posted on: April 27, 2022

The public week ahead schedule for New Castle County Executive Matt Meyer April 26 to May 1

Posted on: April 25, 2022

County Executive Meyer announces County COVID-19 memorial project; asks for community’s help

Posted on: April 11, 2022

County Executive Meyer announces availability of discounted rain barrels

Posted on: April 7, 2022

County Executive Meyer announces opening of application process for second Delaware Health Corps coh

Posted on: April 1, 2022

Building Better Communities Launches First Grant Opportunity for Knollwood, Claymont Area

Posted on: March 16, 2022

County Executive Meyer announces new director of Rockwood Museum and Park

Posted on: March 7, 2022

County Executive Meyer opens application process for 2022 scholarship program

Posted on: February 16, 2022

County Executive Meyer, Chief Logemann announce Vial of L.I.F.E program in New Castle County

Posted on: February 11, 2022

Meyer announces application process for historic investment to increase affordable housing

Posted on: January 27, 2022

New Castle County celebrates vibrance of local artists for Black History Month

Posted on: January 25, 2022

NCC receives $2m in HUD grant money to protect families from home health hazards

Posted on: January 12, 2022

County Executive Meyer applauds passage ordinance to protect and preserve NCC’s forests

Posted on: December 17, 2021

New Castle County premieres “The Pathway Home,” a Hope Center doc

Posted on: December 16, 2021

County Executive Meyer signs executive order as New Castle County joins House America

Posted on: December 16, 2021

Meyer announces NCC as EPA invitee to apply for federal water infrastructure loans

Posted on: December 15, 2021

NCC Native, film/TV star Plaza visits Brandywine Library to read from new children's book

Posted on: December 7, 2021

New Castle County Executive Meyer public comment period for New Castle County’s NCC@2050 Comp Plan

Posted on: December 6, 2021

County Executive Meyer announces new exhibition at Rockwood Park & Museum entitled “Coming Home"

Posted on: December 2, 2021

New Castle County Executive Meyer nominates Carrie Casey to role of GM of Community Services

Posted on: November 17, 2021

County Executive Meyer encourages student submissions to County’s literary youth publications

Posted on: November 12, 2021

Meyer wins Distinguished Leadership Award from DE chapter of the American Planning Association

Posted on: November 9, 2021

City and County Reach Agreement on Sewer Service Costs

Posted on: November 9, 2021

County Executive Meyer announces slate of New Castle County Parks-specific public town hall meetings

Posted on: November 2, 2021

Disaster Declaration Update

Posted on: October 27, 2021

New Castle County, Tyler Technologies announces slate of public townhall events around reassessment

Posted on: October 12, 2021

Meyer, Council members, federal delegation announce $30 million affordable housing

Posted on: October 5, 2021

County Executive Meyer announces NCC Reads event; An Evening with the Author, Min Jin Lee

Posted on: September 30, 2021

County Executive Meyer announces ‘AAA’ credit rating from country’s three major rating agencies

Posted on: September 24, 2021

County Executive Meyer announces 2022 department of Public Works disparity study

Posted on: September 16, 2021

County Executive Meyer proudly accepts 1st place for Overall County Government Experience award

Posted on: September 15, 2021

CE Meyer nominates Col. Bond for Public Safety Director; Capt. Bloch to lead NCCPD

Posted on: September 14, 2021

New Castle County libraries offering new “Dial-a-Story” service for young book lovers

Posted on: August 23, 2021

New Castle County to require face coverings in all County buildings

Posted on: August 16, 2021

Newark Free Library to Launch New Borrowing Program- “Library of Things” opens today

Posted on: July 29, 2021

New Castle County IT team ranked 7th nationally

Posted on: July 20, 2021

Meyer and DE Wildlands formalize a partnership to conserve more than 220 acres in southern NCC

Posted on: June 30, 2021

County Executive Meyer's statement on Pres. Biden's nom of Gov. Markell to OECD post

Posted on: June 23, 2021

County Executive Meyer announces New Castle County buildings to be powered by 100% renewable energy

Posted on: June 16, 2021

New Castle County Executive Matt Meyer announces start of Summer With The Library Program

Posted on: June 9, 2021

Meyer proposes urgent individualized assistance to address COVID-19 learning loss, forms task force

Posted on: June 1, 2021

NCC Exec Meyer announces new Chromebook and Wi-Fi hotspots checkout program at NCC libraries

Posted on: May 27, 2021

County Executive Meyer announces start of Public Works Clean Stream Champion art contest

Posted on: May 27, 2021

Rockwood’s Ice Cream Festival returns June 26 with limited activities

Posted on: May 21, 2021

County Executive applauds Council on passing FY2022 budget, no tax increases for residents

Posted on: May 25, 2021

County Executive Meyer announces New Castle County Scholarship awardees

Posted on: May 21, 2021

County Executive funded Hero Help program receives state-wide recognition

Posted on: May 21, 2021

11,000+ sign Great Schools Clean Streams pledge to keep NCC environment clean

Posted on: May 19, 2021

County Executive Meyer announces conclusion of NCC sponsored COVID-19 testing locations

Posted on: May 19, 2021

New Castle County Executive Matt Meyer declares week of May 17 Public Works Week in New Castle Count

Posted on: May 14, 2021

New Castle County partners with FCC to bring consumer awareness for Emergency Broadband Benefit

Posted on: May 12, 2021

ICYMI: New Castle County featured in national publication on innovative Donors Choose partnership

Posted on: May 11, 2021

Delaware Library Association awards County Executive Meyer 2021 Distinguished Service Citation

Posted on: May 6, 2021

County Executive Meyer announces open space conservation of more than 250 acres in Port Penn

Posted on: May 3, 2021

County Executive Meyer's statement on the Derek Chauvin guilty verdict

Posted on: April 20, 2021

New Castle County Executive Matt Meyer encourages public input to Reimagine New Castle County

Posted on: April 13, 2021

County Executive Meyer congratulates NCC’s 911 operators on receiving Accreditation of Excellence

Posted on: April 13, 2021

County Executive Meyer announces opening of application process for Delaware Health Corps members

Posted on: April 12, 2021

County Executive Meyer signs anti-Semitism pledge

Posted on: April 8, 2021

County Executive Matt Meyer announces initial phase of County library re-opening strategy

Posted on: April 5, 2021

County Executive Matt Meyer announces slate of virtual interactive community conversations

Posted on: March 24, 2021

County recognized nationally by National Association of Counties (NACo)

Posted on: March 24, 2021

County Executive Meyer releases New Castle County FY2022 budget, highlights include $15 minimum wage

Posted on: March 23, 2021

County Executive Meyer announces launch of environmental education contest for schools

Posted on: March 10, 2021

County Executive Meyer announces New Castle County COVID-19 testing sites for Week of March 8

Posted on: March 4, 2021

County Executive Meyer announces special arrangements for Residential Annual Sewer Fee payments due

Posted on: February 24, 2021

County Executive Meyer opens application process for 2021 scholarship program

Posted on: February 4, 2021

County Executive Meyer names Charuni Patibanda as Economic Development Director

Posted on: February 2, 2021

County Executive Meyer, President Allen, federal delegation cut ribbon on DSU COVID testing lab

Posted on: January 29, 2021

NCC's annual Black History Month celebration heads outdoors & online with virtual, outdoor events

Posted on: January 27, 2021

CE Meyer, congressional delegation announces pilot DE Health Corps to fight COVID-19 pandemic

Posted on: January 25, 2021

Meyer lays out bold vision, determined to address inequalities exposed by pandemic

Posted on: January 5, 2021

New Castle County to provide an additional $136 million in CARES Act funding to State of Delaware

Posted on: December 17, 2020

County Executive Meyer announces addition of CJ Bell to executive team

Posted on: December 7, 2020

County Executive Meyer announces virtual programs for County residents

Posted on: December 3, 2020

New Castle County Executive Matt Meyer announces Land Preservation Task Force findings

Posted on: November 30, 2020

County Executive Meyer announces changes to annual Rockwood, Glasgow Park holiday festivities

Posted on: November 27, 2020

County Executive Meyer announces tweaks to annual Rockwood, Glasgow Park holiday festivities

Posted on: November 21, 2020

County Executive Meyer announces COVID-19 testing site locations leading up to holiday

Posted on: November 21, 2020

County Executive Matt Meyer proposes additional police

Posted on: November 18, 2020

County Executive Meyer announces partnership with DonorsChoose to benefit DE teachers

Posted on: November 18, 2020

County Executive applauds news of BMW Championship selecting NCC course

Posted on: November 18, 2020

County Executive Meyer announces expansion of Little Free Libraries program to all NCC neighbors

Posted on: November 16, 2020

New Castle County Executive Matt Meyer welcomes newest members of County’s Youth Planning Board

Posted on: November 16, 2020

Annual managed deer harvest begins this week in the Middle Run Valley Natural Area

Posted on: November 13, 2020

Reward amount climbs to $15,000 for apprehension of Rosegate shooter

Posted on: November 9, 2020

County Executive Meyer, DSU President Allen announce $5m investment in COVID-19 testing lab

Posted on: November 9, 2020

Meyer, Bond, Street announce $7,500 reward for apprehension of Rosegate shooter

Posted on: November 6, 2020

New Castle County, The Committee of 100 partner for outdoor dining grants

Posted on: October 15, 2020

CE Meyer announces up to $136 million for State of DE COVID-19 programs

Posted on: October 13, 2020

New Castle County Executive Meyer to parents: “Add COVID testing back to school list”

Posted on: October 2, 2020

Starting today, taxpayers can apply for COVID-19 late fee waiver

Posted on: September 28, 2020

County Executive Meyer announces special arrangements for last-minute property tax bill pay

Posted on: September 24, 2020

New Castle County, City of Wilmington partner for final Census push

Posted on: September 23, 2020

New Castle County Executive Matt Meyer applauds introduction of tax ordinance waiving late fees due

Posted on: September 9, 2020

New Castle County information systems ranked 8th nationally by Center for Digital Government

Posted on: September 1, 2020

County Exec Meyer announces $4.25m grant program to bridge distance learning gap

Posted on: August 27, 2020

County Exec Meyer reacts to court decision on The Little Bakers golf course

Posted on: August 26, 2020

County Executive Meyer applauds Council decision on outdoor seating permit applications

Posted on: August 25, 2020

County Exec Meyer announces $1.5M grant program to address food insecurity

Posted on: August 25, 2020

County Exec Meyer announces $5 million competitive grant program to spur innovation

Posted on: August 24, 2020

New Castle County Executive Matt Meyer announces $10m grant program to address health equity issues

Posted on: August 21, 2020

County Executive Meyer applauds unanimous Council passage of Hockessin Colored School resolution

Posted on: July 29, 2020

New Castle County launches virtual edition of popular summer program

Posted on: July 22, 2020

New Castle County Executive Matt Meyer unveils new online COVID-19 sewer monitoring dashboard

Posted on: July 15, 2020

New Castle County Executive Matt Meyer names acting Chief Mark Logemann Chief of EMS

Posted on: July 8, 2020

County Executive Meyer announces start of county-wide comprehensive planning process

Posted on: June 25, 2020

ICYMI: New Castle County CAO Phillips pens "Bold Steps to a Safe and Equitable Workplace"

Posted on: June 24, 2020

County Executive Meyer announces New Castle County Scholarship awardees

Posted on: June 22, 2020

County Executive Meyer declares Juneteenth a New Castle County holiday

Posted on: June 18, 2020

County Executive Meyer announces additional COVID-19 testing sites in New Castle County; adds resour

Posted on: June 12, 2020

County Executive Meyer announces 10 additional COVID-19 testing sites in New Castle County

Posted on: June 7, 2020

County Executive Matt Meyer announces curbside pick-up program at County libraries

Posted on: June 4, 2020

County Executive Meyer reopens county’s fenced in bark parks

Posted on: June 3, 2020

County Executive Meyer announces upcoming COVID-19 testing sites in New Castle County

Posted on: May 29, 2020

County Executive Matt Meyer announces formation of Medical Advisory Task Force for New Castle County

Posted on: May 22, 2020

County Executive Meyer announces broad testing program for New Castle County fire service members

Posted on: May 19, 2020

New Castle County Public Works kicks off Clean Stream Champion art contest

Posted on: May 11, 2020

County Executive Meyer announces testing for NCC paramedics in partnership with Nemours

Posted on: May 8, 2020

County Executive Meyer proposes first responder Hero’s Pay, assistance to municipalities

Posted on: April 28, 2020

New Castle County Executive Launches Meyer Minute

Posted on: December 31, 2019

Wilmington Airport Task Force recommends non-renewal of DRBA lease

Posted on: April 27, 2020

County Executive Meyer appointed to Delaware Advisory Committee to U.S. Commission of Civil Rights

Posted on: April 27, 2020

Innovative sewer study estimates 15,200 COVID-19 cases in New Castle County

Posted on: April 23, 2020

County Executive Meyer announces 12 additional ‘drive-thru’ wi-fi hotspots in New Castle County

Posted on: April 22, 2020

New Castle County offers scenic photos for backgrounds of your Zoom video conference calls

Posted on: April 13, 2020

County Executive Meyer announces additional closings of parks amenities, encourages walking, jogging

Posted on: April 6, 2020

New Castle County Department of Land Use amends operational policies during the Coronavirus/COVID-19

Posted on: April 2, 2020

New Castle County Department of Land Use Open for Business during COVID-19 pandemic

Posted on: March 25, 2020

New Castle County Executive Meyer signs emergency ordinances to help fight against COVID-19

Posted on: April 1, 2020

New Castle County Executive Meyer proposes balanced budget; highlights include COVID-19 investment

Posted on: March 31, 2020

New Castle County Executive Meyer to support emergency tax relief ordinances for residents

Posted on: March 30, 2020

County Executive Meyer launches ‘drive-thru’ wi-fi hotspots across New Castle County

Posted on: March 30, 2020

County Executive Meyer closes playgrounds and basketball courts at county parks

Posted on: March 24, 2020

County Executive Meyer announces precautions to help protect employees, residents of New Castle Coun

Posted on: March 14, 2020

County Executive Meyer announces new security measures at Carousel Park

Posted on: February 28, 2020

County Executive Meyer announces details on New Castle County Reads 2020 book, guest

Posted on: February 27, 2020

New Castle County sewer bill deadline approaching

Posted on: February 26, 2020

County Executive Meyer commends unanimous passage of 2019 septic ordinance

Posted on: January 14, 2020

New Castle County announces public meeting dates and community survey for 2020 Consolidated Plan

Posted on: January 6, 2020

Libraries extend deadline for PAGES submissions to Dec. 31 – contributions accepted at all County li

Posted on: December 18, 2019

County Executive Meyer names new Chief Financial Officer

Posted on: November 13, 2019

New Castle County Awarded HUD Grant to Combat Lead Hazards

Posted on: October 7, 2019

New Castle County state and local taxes due Monday, September 30

Posted on: September 30, 2019

New Castle County Executive Matt Meyer announces the launch of new PodCounty podcast

Posted on: September 17, 2019

New Castle County partners with Energize Delaware to Launch Commercial PACE Program

Posted on: September 11, 2019

County Executive Meyer unveils “Green Agenda” environmental legislation to protect open spaces, wat

Posted on: August 20, 2019

TOMORROW: County Executive Meyer presents $10,000 New Castle County Cares grant to The Warehouse

Posted on: August 19, 2019

The public week ahead schedule for New Castle County Executive Matt Meyer August 19-25

Posted on: August 19, 2019

Annual state and local property tax bills being mailed to property owners next week

Posted on: July 16, 2019

Thousands join the GreeNCC campaign to improve water quality and protect the environment

Posted on: July 11, 2019

New Castle County works to block expansion of industrial waste landfill

Posted on: June 28, 2019

County and State officials oppose effort to increase height of suburban New Castle landfill

Posted on: May 28, 2019

New county park to be constructed to serve fast-growing communities in southern New Castle County

Posted on: June 20, 2019

Making the dream of higher education a reality in New Castle County

Posted on: June 17, 2019

County Executive Voices Support for Clean Water for Delaware Act

Posted on: June 5, 2019

County launches Clean Stream Champion environmental photo scavenger hunt

Posted on: May 30, 2019

Meyer commends County Council for passing Fiscal Year 2020 budget

Posted on: May 28, 2019

New Castle County receives triple-A credit rating

Posted on: May 6, 2019

Carousel Park farmers market opens Friday, May 3

Posted on: May 2, 2019

New Castle County’s “Old-Fashioned Ice Cream Festival” returns to Rockwood Park on Saturday, June 29

Posted on: May 1, 2019

Community celebrates grand opening of Edgemoor Gardens Park

Posted on: May 1, 2019

Redesigned Carousel Park equestrian course to be celebrated with May 4 ribbon cutting

Posted on: April 18, 2019

New Castle County secures flood insurance discount for local property owners

Posted on: April 17, 2019

New Castle County celebrates historic success in transforming vacant spaces to livable places

Posted on: April 8, 2019

April 8 public meeting will update residents on new Middletown Library, welcome design feedback

Posted on: April 4, 2019

Meyer proposes balanced budget that sustains fiscal responsibility and invests in core services

Posted on: March 26, 2019

Help protect the environment by making the “Great Schools Clean Streams” pledge

Posted on: March 26, 2019

County Executive launches scholarship to support college affordability

Posted on: March 15, 2019

New Castle County launches 2020 Census by urging all residents to “Commit 2B Counted”

Posted on: March 13, 2019

New Castle County collects $16 million in delinquent taxes and fees

Posted on: March 7, 2019

New Castle County celebrates great women in history

Posted on: March 1, 2019

New Castle County sewer bill deadline approaching

Posted on: February 25, 2019

Weather Alert: County offices, libraries & activity centers opening at 10 a.m. on February 11

Posted on: February 11, 2019

New Castle County offers summer employment to 200 area youth

Posted on: February 8, 2019

County kicks off Black History Month with American Sound: The Evolution of Black Music

Posted on: January 31, 2019

County reminds public of dangers of walking onto ice during winter months

Posted on: January 28, 2019

NCCinnovates offers business accelerator program for aspiring local entrepreneurs

Posted on: January 10, 2019

NCCinnovates leverages technology, partnerships to support entrepreneurship and drive job creation

Posted on: December 17, 2018

Libraries’ “Food for Fines” amnesty forgives late fees while helping those who struggle with hunger

Posted on: December 10, 2018

County libraries asking kids to submit their own masterpiece for literary and art magazine

Posted on: December 5, 2018

County Flags to be flown at half-staff for President George H.W. Bush

Posted on: December 3, 2018

County’s Housing Voucher Program to Open Waiting List Lottery from December 3 through December 7

Posted on: November 21, 2018

New Castle County and West End Neighborhood House partner to expand career pathways for area youth

Posted on: November 9, 2018

Meet dozens of local authors and artists at the Art & Book Fair this Saturday in Hockessin

Posted on: November 8, 2018

County Action Against Local Landlord Brings Results for Tenants and the Community

Posted on: November 1, 2018

Karen Peterson Sworn in as Chair of Planning Board

Posted on: October 30, 2018

New County Library to be Constructed in Middletown

Posted on: October 30, 2018

Flags lowered at county facilities October 29 – October 31

Posted on: October 29, 2018

Childhood imagination comes to life at the 6th Annual Faerie Festival this Sunday at Rockwood Park

Posted on: September 13, 2018

New Castle County launches NCCinnovates to support entrepreneurship and drive job creation

Posted on: August 31, 2018

Flags lowered at county facilities August 27 – September 2

Posted on: August 27, 2018

Tuesday: County Executive to facilitate videoconference between area youth and Chinese students

Posted on: August 6, 2018

County Executive selected to lead delegation of rising star American officials to China

Posted on: August 2, 2018

County puts irresponsible property owners on notice

Posted on: July 31, 2018

Flags lowered at county facilities July 19 - 20

Posted on: July 19, 2018

Construction underway at latest New Castle County Park

Posted on: July 19, 2018

New Castle County launches NCC Innovates by awarding grant to local start-up

Posted on: July 12, 2018

Embrace summer learning and have fun on Thursday, July 12 at Woodlawn Library

Posted on: July 11, 2018

New Castle County homeownership milestones celebrated

Posted on: June 28, 2018

County Executive Statement on Passage of Fiscal Year 2019 Revenue Ordinance

Posted on: June 12, 2018

Chief Financial Officer to depart county government

Posted on: May 25, 2018

County Executive statement following County Council budget votes

Posted on: May 22, 2018

New Castle County marks Public Works Week with launch of new department name

Posted on: May 22, 2018

County Executive statement following visit with New Castle area veteran and his family

Posted on: May 21, 2018

New Castle County takes new action to collect unpaid taxes and fees

Posted on: May 10, 2018

15,000 sign the Great Schools Clean Streams pledge to keep New Castle County’s environment clean

Posted on: May 4, 2018

New Castle County reminds residents that building codes save lives

Posted on: May 3, 2018

Celebrate Earth Month by participating in parkland cleanup events and guided treks in county parks

Posted on: April 13, 2018

New Castle County exploring new action to combat opioid crisis

Posted on: February 7, 2018

Christiana Care and New Castle County Announce Innovative Partnership to Combat Opioid Overdoses

Posted on: March 14, 2018

New Castle County launches smartphone app to improve sudden cardiac arrest survival

Posted on: March 20, 2018

New Castle County offers expanded summer employment program to area youth

Posted on: March 20, 2018

Residents invited to community town halls and budget updates this spring

Posted on: March 23, 2018

Meyer proposes balanced budget plan that restores fiscal responsibility to county government

Posted on: March 27, 2018

PulsePoint prompts first citizen response to cardiac arrest incident

Posted on: April 4, 2018

New Castle County expands property tax relief for disabled servicemembers and veterans

Posted on: April 6, 2018

Tonight: New Castle County and Colonial School District celebrate learning at Route 9 Library

Posted on: April 12, 2018

Take the pledge to keep New Castle County’s environment clean

Posted on: April 11, 2018

Community Town Halls and budget updates continue across New Castle County

Posted on: April 10, 2018

New Castle County, Charter School of New Castle and YMCA of Delaware launch innovative partnership

Posted on: May 5, 2018

County Executive announces departure of Chief Administrative Officer

Posted on: January 8, 2018

County proud to partner with state to connect residents to services through local libraries

Posted on: January 3, 2018

New Castle County accepts pre-payment of property taxes

Posted on: December 27, 2017

County libraries annual “Food for Fines” collecting food, forgiving late fees through December 16

Posted on: December 15, 2017

New Castle County prepared for wintry weather this weekend

Posted on: December 8, 2017

Open enrollment extended for county retiree Medicare Supplement plan

Posted on: November 17, 2017

Discover fresh adventures and support local authors and artists at the Hockessin Art & Book Fair

Posted on: October 27, 2017

Volunteers sought for Talley Day Bark Park cleanup on November 6

Posted on: October 26, 2017

Partnership set to expand employment services and training for at-risk youth

Posted on: October 24, 2017

Landowners can appeal or comment on updated flood risk maps through November 12

Posted on: October 17, 2017

County Executive Matt Meyer Selected as One of Nation’s Top Pro-Growth Progressive Leaders

Posted on: October 17, 2017

Saturday: Public invited to celebrate the new Route 9 Library and Innovation Center

Posted on: October 13, 2017

Residents invited to October 18 panel discussion on traffic impact and development

Posted on: October 12, 2017

County Parks Task Force seeks residents’ input during October 16 meeting

Posted on: October 11, 2017

Grab your tent and Sleep Under the Stars October 21 at Carousel Park

Posted on: October 11, 2017

New Castle County provides new support to first responders in the fight against overdose deaths

Posted on: September 19, 2017

New Castle County offers support to pedestrian bridge project in Newark

Posted on: September 18, 2017

County flags lowered in memory of Lt. Joseph Szczerba

Posted on: September 15, 2017

Channel your childhood imagination at the Annual Faerie Festival this Sunday at Rockwood Park

Posted on: September 13, 2017

County Executive Matthew Meyer condemns hateful graffiti in County park

Posted on: August 25, 2017

Get into the action this Saturday at the second annual Anime Day at the New Castle County Art Studio

Posted on: August 24, 2017

County partners with Beau Biden Foundation to bring Stewards of Children training to libraries

Posted on: August 23, 2017

New Castle County Parks Task Force gets to work

Posted on: August 22, 2017

Public invited to explore careers in emergency communications

Posted on: August 22, 2017

WOW! What is going on with the sun?

Posted on: August 16, 2017

Rainfall forces cancellation of this weekend’s Dancing in the Park and Food Truck Festival

Posted on: July 27, 2017

County Executive Matthew Meyer Announces New Parks Strategy

Posted on: July 19, 2017

County Executive Matthew Meyer takes historic step to increase government transparency

Posted on: July 10, 2017

Monday: New Castle County Executive to launch government transparency site

Posted on: July 7, 2017

New Castle County marks 75th home purchased through innovative workforce housing program

Posted on: June 27, 2017

County Executive Matthew Meyer sets “County in Your Community” Work Days in Claymont on July 13 and

Posted on: June 30, 2017

NCC Sports and Athletics bringing NFL Flag powered by USA Football to New Castle County

Posted on: June 30, 2017

County Executive to visit Newark on June 21 for next “County in Your Community” work day

Posted on: June 9, 2017

New Castle County hosts 68th Annual Platinum Picnic with A Salute to the USO

Posted on: June 5, 2017

County Executive Matthew Meyer signs Fiscal 2018 Budget

Posted on: June 2, 2017

New Castle County libraries challenge readers of all ages to “Build A Better World” this summer

Posted on: June 2, 2017

County Executive Matthew Meyer statement on County Council Fiscal 2018 Budget votes

Posted on: May 23, 2017

County Executive enlists resident photographers to submit images for website, promotional initiative

Posted on: May 19, 2017

New Castle County alerts property owners to federal flood risk map changes, co-hosts May 23 informat

Posted on: May 19, 2017

New Castle County takes new action to tackle neighborhood blight

Posted on: May 17, 2017

New Castle County to announce new steps to tackle neighborhood blight

Posted on: May 15, 2017

County Executive to hold May “County in Your Community” work days in Middletown and Hockessin

Posted on: May 10, 2017

New Castle County farmers markets set to open this week

Posted on: May 4, 2017

New Castle County awarded the highest rating by credit rating agencies

Posted on: April 28, 2017

Councilman Tackett introduces legislation to reduce vacant property blight

Posted on: April 25, 2017

New Castle County launches early childhood reading initiative

Posted on: April 25, 2017

New Castle County marks Earth Day with tour, tree planting at wetland project in Brandywine Hundred

Posted on: April 21, 2017

County Executive Announces “County in Your Community” Work Days

Posted on: April 20, 2017

Bestselling author Ayana Mathis set to headline New Castle County Reads Program on April 26

Posted on: April 17, 2017

County Executive Meyer to host second Delaware Facebook Live Town Hall

Posted on: March 30, 2017

New Castle County Launches Environmental Education Contest for Schools

Posted on: March 29, 2017

Meyer cuts over $5 million in spending to tackle budget deficit

Posted on: March 28, 2017

Meyer Names Vaughn Bond Chief of Police

Posted on: March 21, 2017

New Castle County To Save $2.5 Million Through Collaboration in Farmland Preservation

Posted on: March 9, 2017

Meyer Seeks Resident Input to Improve County Website

Posted on: March 6, 2017

Saturday is Deadline to Apply for New Castle County Summer Youth Employment Program

Posted on: March 17, 2017

County Executive Meyer to host first-ever Delaware Facebook Live Town Hall

Posted on: March 8, 2017

New Castle County’s Inaugural Prom Dress Giveaway Set for this Weekend

Posted on: February 28, 2017

New Castle County’s Sewer Bill Payment Deadline Arrives February 28

Posted on: February 27, 2017

Meyer Announces First Steps to Balance New Castle County Budget

Posted on: February 7, 2017

New Castle County’s Sewer Bill Deadline Approaching

Posted on: February 3, 2017

Overhaul of the Wilmington Housing Authority Board of Commissioners is Announced

Posted on: February 1, 2017

New Castle County Celebrates Black History Month with Salute to Black Greek Life

Posted on: January 26, 2017

County Executive Meyer signs legislation that strengthens communities, supports economic growth

Posted on: January 23, 2017

Carousel Park equestrian facilities reopened to the public

Posted on: January 19, 2017

County Executive Statement on Governor’s Recommended Fiscal Year 2018 Budget

Posted on: January 12, 2017

County Executive Meyer Names Five to Leadership Positions

Posted on: January 11, 2017

‘Food for Fines’ now forgiving library fees

Posted on: December 12, 2016

County offices to close for New Year's holiday

Posted on: December 29, 2016

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Setting to retire as police chief after stellar career

Posted on: December 14, 2016

Holiday event canceled at Carousel Park

Posted on: December 5, 2016

County seeks projects for MLK Day of Service

Posted on: December 2, 2016

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County honors first officer lost in line of duty

Posted on: November 30, 2016

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Holiday Traditions start Friday with free family fun

Posted on: November 28, 2016

‘Food for Fines’ to collect food, forgive library fees

Posted on: November 23, 2016

Awards honor New Castle County sports programs

Posted on: November 22, 2016

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Donations sought for prom gown giveaway

Posted on: November 15, 2016

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News Journal features new watch training for vets at county site

Posted on: November 9, 2016

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Exciting new book picked for New Castle County Reads

Posted on: November 4, 2016

Writing, photos, art sought for statewide teen magazine

Posted on: November 3, 2016

Wellness Fair & Holiday Craft Sale set for Friday

Posted on: November 3, 2016

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County to host vets’ watchmaker program, first in U.S.

Posted on: November 2, 2016

Donations sought for Thanksgiving Dinner Drive

Posted on: November 1, 2016

County wins $250,000 grant to grow farmers’ markets

Posted on: November 1, 2016

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County to open Del.'s first park for autistic children

Posted on: October 24, 2016

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‘Ghost Hunters’ TV show to star Rockwood Museum

Posted on: October 21, 2016

County to host free, public training in use of Narcan

Posted on: October 19, 2016

Moody’s affirms New Castle County's top fiscal rating

Posted on: October 11, 2016

County adds options before Sept. 30 tax deadline

Posted on: September 20, 2016

International delegation to visit for port expansion talks

Posted on: September 11, 2016

New county program to help buyers get vacant homes

Posted on: September 7, 2016

Library newsletter announces prom gown project

Posted on: September 2, 2016

County adds payment options as tax deadline nears

Posted on: September 2, 2016

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5-year-old with cancer honored as policeman for a day

Posted on: August 28, 2016

Historical marker cites former prison farm at park site

Posted on: August 29, 2016

New Anime Day debuts Saturday with free, family fun

Posted on: August 24, 2016

Heat gives late start to Family Fun Day at Carousel Park

Posted on: August 10, 2016

Summer camp children stung by wasps during trip to Rockwood Park & Museum

Posted on: August 10, 2016

Storm risk cancels Dancing in Park & Food Truck Fest

Posted on: July 24, 2016

"Setting the record straight on Port Penn plan"

Posted on: July 20, 2016

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Child authors to sign books at Monday gala & giveaway

Posted on: July 14, 2016

Five officers, two horses to graduate to Mounted Patrol

Posted on: July 12, 2016

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Clerk of the Peace Ken Boulden wins national honor

Posted on: July 12, 2016

Route 9 Library/Innovation Center concrete work starts

Posted on: July 11, 2016

‘Twin Poets’ to teach free poetry workshops for kids

Posted on: July 7, 2016

Hy-Point Dairy creates ‘Best Sundae on Sunday’

Posted on: June 26, 2016

Victorians & Spiritualism Exhibit open at Rockwood Museum throughout the summer

Posted on: June 27, 2016

Claymont Library debuts display of donated LEGO legacy

Posted on: June 27, 2016

Ice Cream Festival returns to Rockwood

Posted on: June 14, 2016

Karen Anderson sworn in to Historic Review Board

Posted on: June 21, 2016

Public Safety Building Conference Room Dedicated to Cpl. Robert Snow, first black county officer

Posted on: June 8, 2016

Family dogs can try dock-diving at ‘Pets in the Park’

Posted on: June 9, 2016

New ‘HAPPENINGS’ offers county guide to summer fun

Posted on: May 26, 2016

Rose Hill Young Writers Workshop to present book to Dr. Velma Scantlebury

Posted on: May 26, 2016

'HERO HELP' program offers addicts help, not arrest

Posted on: May 20, 2016

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Rose Hill Young Writers Workshop wins national honors for book

Posted on: May 18, 2016

Judy Taggart sworn in to Library Advisory Board

Posted on: May 12, 2016

Rain forecast cancels ‘Sleep Under the Stars’

Posted on: May 12, 2016

Anita Sterling sworn in to Library Advisory Board

Posted on: May 5, 2016

O. Floyd Corbin sworn in to Human Resources Advisory Board

Posted on: May 3, 2016

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Bestselling author visits Wednesday for free, public talk

Posted on: April 19, 2016

County releases information to media, public

Posted on: April 15, 2016

Gordon calls allegations false, politically motivated

Posted on: April 6, 2016

Gordon to comment on WDEL allegations

Posted on: April 5, 2016

County parks chosen to host softball championship expected to draw thousands

Posted on: March 11, 2016

Bestselling author to visit for New Castle County Reads 2016

Posted on: March 10, 2016

County holds ‘Great Women in History’ program at Rockwood Park

Posted on: February 25, 2016

Celebration at Newark Free Library marks new kids’ magazine

Posted on: February 24, 2016

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County Executive congratulates robin brown for receiving Governor’s Heritage Award

Posted on: February 25, 2016

Girl Scouts, county host 1,018 at World Thinking Day at Rockwood

Posted on: February 16, 2016

Gordon comments on Dow-DuPont headquarters decision

Posted on: February 19, 2016

Gov. Markell, County Executive Gordon thank Salesianum students for homeless fundraising efforts

Posted on: February 12, 2016

“Year of the Senior Citizen” Declared

Posted on: February 11, 2016

County reminds residents of approaching sewer bill deadline

Posted on: February 9, 2016

County operating at normal business hours

Posted on: February 9, 2016

New Castle County Celebrates Black History Month

Posted on: January 29, 2016

Opportunity Fair focuses on Route 9 Innovation Center

Posted on: January 28, 2016

New Castle County observes Lincoln's Birthday

Posted on: January 29, 2016

County resumes normal operating hours

Posted on: January 26, 2016

New Castle County Government facilities closed Monday

Posted on: January 24, 2016

County officials visit Islamic Society of Delaware to foster community policing

Posted on: January 11, 2016

County Executive Gordon releases Dow-DuPont merger statement

Posted on: December 11, 2015

“Food for Fines Week” offers library fee amnesty, helps feed the needy

Posted on: December 10, 2015

Visit Santa and His Pony this Saturday at Carousel Park

Posted on: December 10, 2015

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Glasgow Park Tree Lighting Ceremony and family activities set for Friday

Posted on: December 8, 2015

Rockwood open house and tree lighting draws 10,000

Posted on: December 2, 2015

Crime Alert: Thefts from Motor Vehicles, Gray Acres

Posted on: November 28, 2015

County Executive to Give Budget Address Tuesday Evening

Posted on: March 24, 2014

Human Resources Announces Job Fair's schedule

Posted on: March 21, 2014

WILMAPCO Authorizes $620,000 in Grants for NCCo

Posted on: March 19, 2014

County’s New Website Now Live

Posted on: March 18, 2014

New Castle County to hold Job and Career Fair

Posted on: March 13, 2014

County Police's High Tech Crime Fighting Featured in The Police Chief magazine

Posted on: March 7, 2014

County Executive signs Order to raise minimum wage for County Employees

Posted on: March 4, 2014

New Castle County Government resumes normal operations

Posted on: March 2, 2014

Second Annual Sudden Cardiac Arrest Survivor’s Reunion set for Friday

Posted on: February 26, 2014

Board of Adjustment to go on as scheduled on Thursday

Posted on: February 24, 2014

New Castle County Dog Licenses Due March 1

Posted on: February 24, 2014

County Executive Gordon issues 2014 Proclamation for African American History Month

Posted on: February 20, 2014