Good morning, Dover.

A 22-year-old Dover man died in a fiery car crash late Monday night on the 600-block of North DuPont Highway after a southbound driver left the road and hit a utility pole with a transformer—firefighters put out the fire and located the victim.

Dover Police are investigating a fatal crash on North DuPont Highway where a southbound Toyota Camry left the road and struck a utility pole just before 11 p.m. Monday, causing a fire that killed a 22-year-old man—officials are asking for witnesses to come forward—and are reviewing the scene for more information.

The Delaware Environmental Appeals Board will hold a public hearing in Dover as it reviews Edward E.

Bintz’s appeal against the state’s conditional approval of permits for the US Wind Offshore Maryland Project. Attendees may join in person — or virtually as the board examines if the review complied with environmental laws amid concerns following Ocean City’s rejection of a $20 million investment.

Governor Matt Meyer proclaimed Hurricane Preparedness Week as state officials urged residents to visit preparede.org for details on evacuation routes and insurance review before the Atlantic hurricane season begins on June 1st.

Experts predict up to 17 named storms—nine hurricanes and four major ones—that may impact the area.

Secretary of Agriculture Don Clifton urged the Kent County Levy Court last week to change zoning laws so that distribution facilities can be built on land set aside for farming to help local growers earn more.

The court approved the change unanimously—requiring new facilities to use setbacks and landscaping buffers to protect nearby farms and boost aquaculture and oyster farming.

Leap Frog Bicycle Tour

7 AM - 2 PM — Lake Forest Central Elementary — Early Bird $35 — Experience a scenic ride through Delaware’s beautiful ponds with well-marked routes and SAG support.

Be Great 5K Walk/Run

9-11 a.m. — Greater Dover Boys & Girls Club — Visit website for registration details — Participate in a fun-filled charitable event supporting local youth programs.

Dover Women’s Connection Breakfast

9:30-11:30 a.m. — Maple Dale Country Club — $22.00 cash or check — Connect with women over breakfast, great food, and inspiring talks.

Dover Con 2025

10 AM – 4 PM — Dover Public Library — Free entry — Celebrate pop culture with vendors, cosplay, gaming, and more at this family-friendly festival.

Summer Concert Series on The Green

6-9 p.m. — The Green — Free entry — Enjoy great live music and local food truck delights every Thursday evening this summer.