Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 29th of September.
Good morning, Dover.
🏘️ Community
Harvest Outreach People Project got a $60,000 grant from Delaware Grocery Initiative to boost its pack and pray days that distribute fresh produce to schools, churches and nonprofits across Delaware.
The program partners with local farmers + teaches healthy recipe ideas to help those living paycheck-to-paycheck.
📰 Economy
Governor Matt Meyer announced that 25 census tracts, including areas near Dover, have been nominated as next-generation Opportunity Zones.
The zones will take effect Jan. 1 if certified by the Treasury and aim to attract private investment and create jobs.
🌲 Environment
Delaware forestry leaders renewed a regional agreement to conserve, restore & manage forests last week.
The Chesapeake Bay Shared Stewardship Agreement will guide science-based practices that help keep forests healthy, improve water quality, and support wildlife across the watershed.
A nor’easter over the weekend left visible beach erosion and flooded roads in Dewey Beach—forcing some residents to evacuate and assess property damage while officials consider coastal replenishment options.
Local homeowners reported damage to structures and disrupted daily routines.
Kent County Levy Court approved a 25-acre community solar farm near Kenton on Sept.
28 despite concerns (including from Senator Dave Lawson) that the panels might harm soil and water. Supporters said the panels do not contain cadmium and will help Delmarva Power customers lower energy bills.
🏛️ Government
Drivers in the Five Points area can use the newly realigned Old Orchard Road today after a new traffic light and road realignment created a direct intersection at Savannah Road (across from Wescoats Road).
Construction will continue through Sept. 2028.
Sen. Chris Coons supported the Protect College Sports Act on Monday, Sept.
28 to set new rules for athlete payments & transfers while his state colleague Sen. Lisa Blunt Rochester opposed the measure. The bipartisan bill passed with a vote of 77 to 22 and now awaits House approval.
🏥 Health
ChristianaCare's Dr. Lindsay Romak co-authored new national guidelines for radiation therapy in pancreatic cancer.
The recommendations use new imaging and treatment methods to help doctors choose when to offer radiation, plus they show Delaware’s role in advancing care.
🏈 Sports
Residents can vote for the best high school football stadium from 10 nominees, with selections based on Kevin Tresolini's ranking.
The winning stadium will be announced on Friday, Oct. 2.
Local fans can vote for Week 3's Football Athlete of the Week presented by Delaware Orthopaedic Specialists, with nominees hailing from Smyrna, Appoquinimink, Polytech, Tower Hill and Wilmington Friends.
Voting is free and the winner will be announced Friday (Oct. 2).
Delaware high school football teams ended the month unbeaten with key wins that launched their 2026 season strongly.
The Smyrna Eagles, Appoquinimink Jaguars and others are set to face challenging matchups starting Friday, Oct. 2.
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