Good morning, Dover.

The YMCA of Delaware — the state's largest nonprofit dedicated to youth development — will host the Five Days of Action campaign from April 21 to April 25 to raise awareness against child sexual abuse.

The organization will invite community members to sign a pledge and receive a blue pinwheel as a sign of support.

Delaware lawmakers introduced House Bill 123 to strengthen penalties for discharging a gun in residential areas.

The bill—sponsored by Rep. Nnamdi Chukwuocha, Rep. Franklin Cooke, and Sen. Darius Brown—would prevent charge stacking and comes after recent Dover shootings in unoccupied homes that left property damaged but no injuries.

On April 17, the state Senate passed House Bill 140 that lets terminally ill Delawareans with six months or less to live request medication for a peaceful end—supporters say the decision brings relief after years of debate.

The bill now goes to Gov. Matt Meyer and will take effect when final regulations are set or on Jan. 1, 2026 if approved.

Delaware’s Attorney General said Milford violated FOIA rules by preventing an intern from speaking during its January public comment period.

Dover DMV urges residents to check for a star in the upper right-hand corner of their driver’s license or ID to confirm it is a REAL ID—if you do not see the star, plan to visit a DMV office.

92nd Annual Dover Days Festival

May 2-3 — The Green — Free entry — Celebrate Delaware's heritage with a grand parade, artisan vendors, and family-friendly activities.

The Brothers Grim Spectaculathon

8-10 p.m. — Kent County Theatre Guild — Ticket info TBA — A fast-paced comedy that hilariously combines the classic and obscure tales of the Brothers Grimm with audience participation.

Skating For Change - Dover

6-9 p.m. — Dover Skating Center — $10 entry for adults, free for kids under 14 — Enjoy a night of skating and community fellowship for healing and recovery.

Mother's Day Celebration

3-6 p.m. — 1156 S Bay Rd, Dover, DE — Tickets from $20 — An afternoon filled with fun, laughter, and great food to celebrate all mothers.

Delaware Multilingual Showcase 2025

10 AM – 2 PM — Delaware State University — Free entry — Celebrate the richness of language diversity with workshops, performances, and cultural storytelling.