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Dover
Friday, October 10th, 2025
Good morning, Dover. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 10th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Salvation Army Dover Corps celebrates 50 years of service in Dover since 1975 and still brings hope while sharing the gospel with local residents. This anniversary shows their long work in Kent County—highlighting a lasting commitment to the community. Bay to Bay News
- ➤ Photos from Oct. 2-6 show Delaware events such as a meeting at Legislative Hall where lawmakers discussed plans for a property reassessment and local high school sports with marching band shows and tailgating at a Phillies game. The images capture lively scenes on football and soccer fields — reflecting Delaware's vibrant community life. Delaware Online
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Today a First Watch restaurant opened at the former site of Red Robin on Route 13 South in Dover — it offers breakfast, brunch and lunch with menu items including omelets, waffles and lemon ricotta pancakes. Delaware Online
- ➤ First Watch opened its first Kent County restaurant on Sept. 22 in Dover at the former Red Robin on 40 N. Dupont Hwy near Aldi—serving breakfast, brunch, and lunch daily from 7 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. The chef-inspired eatery offers fresh, rotating seasonal dishes such as lemon ricotta pancakes and million dollar bacon—designed to please local taste buds. Delaware Online
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Kevin Hughes, a Caesar Rodney School District constable formerly assigned to Magnolia Middle School, was indicted for felony official misconduct and misdemeanor offensive touching after he allegedly touched a student during a physical incident on Feb. 26—he has been placed on unpaid leave and removed from the school website. WDEL
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Generations of the Brinkley family gathered Thursday in Camden as the Delaware Public Archives unveiled a state historical marker honoring Brinkley Hill—an historic free Black community—and the celebrated Brinkley brothers who helped guide enslaved people, including Harriet Tubman, to freedom. The marker stands outside Caesar Rodney High School and is meant to keep their heroic legacy alive in the community. WBOC
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Twenty teachers nominated during 2025 will be honored at a celebration on October 14th in Dover—one will be named Delaware’s 2026 Teacher of the Year and will receive a $5,000 educational grant and a $3,000 personal grant while all nominees get a $2,000 state grant. WGMD
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Delaware’s new dog barking law took effect Oct.9 and defines extended barking as 15 minutes continuously or 30 minutes in intervals—dog owners will receive a written warning for the first offense and fines rising to $150 for repeated violations. WBOC
- ➤ Governor Matt Meyer signed ceremonial copies of three bills that strengthen public safety by creating a new felony for shooting at homes, businesses, vehicles, or places of worship—support retired law enforcement animals with up to $3,000 for care and rename the state police training academy after Colonel James L. Ford, Jr. Lawmakers Rep. Nnamdi Chukwuocha, Sen. Darius Brown, Sen. Dave Lawson and Rep. Bill Carson sponsored the bills. WGMD
- ➤ The City of Dover and Kent County will close parks early this weekend for safety during Delaware State University's Homecoming Weekend — Dover parks will close daily at 5 p.m. through Saturday, Oct 11, while four county parks will fully close from Friday at 3 p.m. until Sunday at 6 a.m. — scheduled events like Dover Little League, Tae Kwon Do, and soccer will still occur. WDEL
- ➤ Gov. Matt Meyer signed two bills at DSU on October 9 that expand the INSPIRE Scholarship Program—letting qualifying students who finish their degrees in less than four years use unused funds for master’s study—and require Delaware high schools to offer a half-credit financial literacy course. Delaware State University
- ➤ On Oct 1, Delaware began charging alternative fuel vehicle owners an annual fee that works as a road usage tax — hybrid drivers pay both gas taxes at the pump and the registration fee. The flat fee of $85 to $150 means hybrid owners face double taxation compared to pure electric or gasoline drivers. Bay to Bay News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On Thursday evening, Caesar Rodney High won 3-0 against Dover in girls volleyball with set scores of 25-23, 25-20, and 25-22—improving their record to 5-0 in Henlopen North and 11-0 overall. Bay to Bay News
- ➤ Today, members of the 1985 Delaware State Hornets football team will gather on campus in Dover at noon at the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Student Center to mark their 40th anniversary. Former coach Bill Collick and teammates will honor their historic MEAC championship season that featured a landmark 46 to 8 win over Southern in front of 22,500 fans—celebrating a milestone in the team's legacy. Coast TV
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Community Yard Sale
12-4 p.m. — Sheffield Farms Neighborhood — Free entry — Discover great deals and connect with fellow neighbors in this friendly community yard sale.
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Delaware Gospel Comedy Explosion
12 PM – 3 AM — Noble's Pond — $64.80 — Enjoy an uplifting Christian comedy dinner with performances by Comedian Small Fire and Host Comedian Jream.
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Dover Delaware Women's Connection Program and Breakfast Buffet
9:30-11:30 a.m. — Maple Dale Country Club — $22 inclusive — Enjoy a delightful breakfast and engaging presentations at the Women's Connection gathering.
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Be Great 5K
9-11 a.m. — Greater Dover Boys & Girls Club — Participation fee may apply — Celebrate fitness and community at the 12th Annual Be Great 5K Walk/Run.
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