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Tuesday, August 5th, 2025
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Good morning, Dover. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 5th of August.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ On Sunday, August 3rd, a 68-year-old man riding his Harley Davidson was seriously injured when a 22-year-old driving a Ram cargo van entered the intersection at Forrest Avenue and Marsh Creek Lane—Dover police are investigating the crash, and the injured man was taken first to a local hospital before being airlifted for life-threatening treatment. WBOC
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Milford Museum will present a lecture titled Storm Warriors: The U.S. Life-Saving Service in Delaware on Saturday, August 9 at 1:00 p.m. at the Milford Public Library on S.E. Front Street in Milford. The lecture will explore the history of six coastal rescue stations that operated before the Coast Guard was formed — key details of Delaware’s maritime past. First State Update
- ➤ Four influential Delaware women have been named to the Women’s Hall of Fame after being selected from over 50 nominations for their leadership in public service and community work. They will be honored at the 44th Annual Ceremony this fall—recognizing their lasting impact on Delaware. Delaware LIVE
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ DNREC is asking volunteers to help clean up 45 coastal sites during the 38th annual Delaware Coastal Cleanup, which will run on Sept. 13 from 9 a.m. to noon. Registration is now open for those who want to join the event around Dover. Bay to Bay News
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ Wendell Alfred of AARP Delaware said Social Security—set to turn 90 on Aug. 14—has given vital retirement support to 241,454 Delawareans and helped 56,000 stay above poverty each month. Lawmakers must act to address funding and customer service challenges before the program's surplus is projected to run out by 2035. Bay to Bay News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Delaware Division of Public Health announced that special Back-to-School and Sports Physical Days will be held in each county this week to offer physicals needed for school and sports eligibility at a cost of no more than $20 out of pocket. In Kent County the event will be on August 6th from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Riverwalk State Service Center while in Sussex County it will occur on August 7th at the Thurman Adams, Jr. State Service Center where appointments are recommended. WBOC
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Dover Women’s Connection Breakfast
9:30–11:30 a.m. — Maple Dale Country Club — $22 — Enjoy a morning of wellness and inspiration with a personal trainer and guest speaker.
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Delaware Caribbean Carnival
11 AM - 8 PM — Legislative Mall — Free venue parking — Celebrate Caribbean culture with music, food, and family-friendly activities at the 2nd Annual Carnival.
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Blue Hen Comic Con 2025
9 a.m.–6 p.m. — Delaware State Fair — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate all things comic, gaming, and toy-related at this local convention fostering community spirit.
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2025 Delaware Senior Games
4 AM - 10 AM — Kent County Parks and Recreation — Varies by event — Compete in various pickleball tournaments and discover local courts and lessons in Dover, Delaware.
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