University of Delaware reinstates mask mandate for all indoor spaces

In light of rising numbers of COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations around the country, including in Delaware over the past week, the University of Delaware is reinstating its masking requirement for all indoor spaces, effective at 8 a.m., Tuesday, May 24. Face masks…

Governor Carney responds to mask mandate lawsuit, says “no clear evidence” that masks hurt children’s learning

In a 36-page response filed in court on Tuesday, four attorneys for Governor John Carney from the state’s Department of Justice say there is no legal ground for Hockessin attorney and Mom, Janice Lorrah, to sue over his mask mandate for school…

Milford School Board Votes To End Student & Staff Masking

Parents, Teachers, and Concerned Citizens turned out to have their voices heard on student masking in the Milford School District. The Board voted 6-1 to end student masking, effective April 1st or sooner if Governor Carney lifts the mandate …..more details tomorrow.

BREAKING | Governor to lift indoor mask mandate Friday

Governor John Carney on Monday signed a revision to the State of Emergency, lifting Delaware’s universal indoor mask mandate effective at 8 a.m. this Friday, February 11, 2022. Governor Carney has also temporarily extended the mask requirement in public and private K-12…

BREAKING | Governor Carney issues mask mandate for all indoor spaces in Delaware

Governor John Carney on Monday signed a revision to the State of Emergency declaration, requiring masks in all indoor public settings, including convenience stores, grocery stores, gyms, restaurants, bars, hair salons, malls, and casinos. The mask requirement takes effect at 8 a.m.,…

Governor Carney extends school mask mandate until February

Governor John Carney has announced that the State of Delaware will extend the emergency masking requirement in public and private schools until February 8. ​ The emergency masking regulation currently in effect is set to expire on December 10, with an option…