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Barley Mill Plaza Development Proposal – Myth vs Reality

Below is a document created by CRG (Citizens for Responsible Growth) that shows Myth vs Reality concerning the Barley Mill Plaza Development Proposal up for a vote by New Castle County Council on Tuesday, October 11th. BARLEY MILL PLAZA Myth … Continue reading

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Barley Mill Plaza Development Proposal Up for NCC Vote

The vote by New Castle County Council on Stoltz’s proposal to rezone 37 acres at Barley Mill Plaza (BMP) (40% of the site) from Office Regional to Commercial Regional will be decided on Tuesday, October 11. SOC (Save Our County), in an effort … Continue reading

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Environmental Volunteers Wanted

Interested in helping out your Environment? Visit the new DNREC Volunteer website. They have a variety of volunteer opportunities for both individuals and groups. The site includes information and links to AmeriCorps and other related organizations.

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Nemours/Alfred I duPont Hospital for Children – Expansion

The Nemours/Alfred I duPont Hospital for Children is having a community information session regarding a multi-stage hospital expansion. The session is scheduled for 6-8pm on Monday, October 10, 2011 in the hospital’s 3rd floor lecture hall. No RSVP is required … Continue reading

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Report Storm Damage

The New Castle County Office of Emergency Management is seeking to document property damage from the recent storms. If you have sustained property damage, please call: 395-5555 and tell the operator you wish to report. There may be funding to … Continue reading

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Universal Curbside Recycling Has Started

Universal Curbside recycling has started. All companies must provide a free container and start recycling service by September 15th. Delaware Recyles gives information including list of 20 collectors with phone numbers that provide service in New Castle County. Call around to … Continue reading

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Public Transit Service Restored to Delaware City

NEWS FROM: THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION, DART FIRST STATE, AND THE DELAWARE DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROL Contact: Julie Theyerl, DART First State, 302-576-6005 Melanie Rapp, DNREC Public Affairs, 302-739-9902 Public Transit Service Restored to Delaware City: DNREC grant … Continue reading

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Universal Recycling

Delaware Recycles Universal Recycling starts September 15th. Are you ready? Learn more here.

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Harvey Mill Park June Stream Restoration Updates

Here are more photos of the stream restoration taking place in Harvey Mill Park as of June 1st, 2011. NC C1   NC C2 NC C3 NC C4

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Harvey Mill Park Stream Restoration Update

Here are some updated pictures taken by Marianne Cinaglia on the continuing stream restoration at Harvey Mill Park.

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