Friday, August 29th, 2025

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Good morning, Dover. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 29th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Thursday, eight local senior veterans from five long-term care facilities flew in a restored World War II biplane in Dover—a flight that lasted about 15 minutes and included 99-year-old veteran Leon Hart who relived his military service. The Dream Flights program honored veterans from four military branches and marked its first flight in Delaware. WBOC
- ➤ Humane Animal Partners faces a supply shortage as summer winds down, caring for over 200 kittens while essential items like cat wet food, kitten formula, harnesses, and bowls run low—donations can be made at local shelters or through updated online wish lists. Coast TV
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Delaware State Police said 19-year-old Brandon Carter—already held at Sussex Correctional Institution on unrelated charges—was charged with firing multiple rounds into an occupied residence on Washington Place on July 11, where eight people including three children were inside but were not hit and he now faces eight counts of reckless endangering with bail set at $48,050. WDEL
- ➤ A man (28) from Salisbury (Maryland) was sentenced for his role in a 2022 shooting in Felton that injured a mother of three. Bay to Bay News
- ➤ 54-year-old Dwayne Fountain from Middletown, convicted in March for leading a drug trafficking ring, received a 25-year federal prison sentence after authorities seized 16 kilograms of fentanyl plus evidence showed he stored drugs in an apartment in Bear where his teenage son lived. WDEL
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Governor Matt Meyer’s office is accepting applications for an eight-week Fall internship program for rising college students and recent graduates to work on drafting proclamations, answering calls, and attending state events—applications require a resume, writing sample, and three references—and deadlines are set for 5 p.m. on September 5. WGMD
SEASONAL NEWS
- ➤ TODAY'S SPONSOR One of our top fall decor picks is this true-to-life fall foliage garland. It’s perfect for staircases, mantles, door frames, and more. The Buy
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Today at 7 p.m., Delaware State will face Delaware at Delaware Stadium, which seats 18,077 fans plus the game will be broadcast on WDSD 94.7-FM and ESPN-plus. Bay to Bay News
- ➤ On Wednesday, local boats and anglers reported various catches along the shore and at Fenwick Shoal—fishermen caught croaker, triggerfish and a 5-pound flounder from Massey's Landing, while catches at York Beach and Old Inlet added to the report. Anglers noted the best bites came between 8:30 and 10:00 a.m. using shrimp and bloodworms. WGMD
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Falling for Fall: Our Favorite Early Autumn Decor Picks
Psst. Is it too soon to say…boo? Look away, summer fans. If you’re ready for fall, read on for our top decor picks:
- This true-to-life fall foliage garland is perfect for staircases, mantles, door frames, and more.
- Add these pumpkin-shaped “Hello Fall” coasters to your dinner table or coffee bar.
- Pet + autumn lovers, this embroidered ”Happy Pawtumn” hand towel may be your favorite find of the season.
- Sprinkle these cute ceramic ghosts around the house for an understated nod to Halloween.
- Create a beautiful autumnal tablescape with this burlap runner + best-selling set of assorted mini pumpkins, leaves, and acorns.
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