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Friday, October 24th, 2025
Good morning, Dover. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 24th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Stuart Comstock-Gay, president of the Delaware Community Foundation, said that as federal support declines, local companies must boost their financial donations and volunteer work to help nonprofits meet growing community needs — he urged businesses to step up ahead of National Philanthropy Day on Nov. 15. Bay to Bay News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Curry Pizza House celebrated its grand opening with a Central Delaware Chamber of Commerce ribbon-cutting ceremony on Oct. 17 at the Gateway West Shopping Center at 1030—now the restaurant is open for Dover residents. Bay to Bay News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Delaware is hosting a series of Halloween events for adults that mix mystery, science, and themed cocktails. Guests can join The Final Act murder mystery dinner at Newark Country Club from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m., visit the Museum of the Macabre on October 25 from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Delaware Museum of Nature and Science, and sip spooky drinks at the Boo! Bar at LIT every Friday and Saturday until Halloween—offering locals many ways to celebrate in grown-up style. WDEL
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Delaware Department of Labor’s Division of Paid Leave announced that penalties and interest will be waived on late quarterly submissions during the program’s first year to give business owners and third-party administrators time to learn the new system—late submissions after March 31 will start incurring fines. The official program will launch next January, allowing companies to prepare ahead. WGMD
- ➤ Delaware Insurance Commissioner Trinidad Navarro announced today that workers’ compensation insurance rates will decrease for the ninth consecutive year, effective December 1, with the voluntary market dropping 11.6% and the residual market reducing by 9.08%—a move expected to benefit local businesses and encourage new company growth. WGMD
- ➤ Kent County officials will display green lights on county buildings from November 4th to 11th as part of Operation Green Light — a nationwide initiative that honors veterans — to mark Veterans Day. The county also urges local businesses and residents to switch one light to green during this period — a small but meaningful gesture — to join the effort. WBOC
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Since May 2023, Delaware EMS and the Blood Bank of Delmarva have enabled over 450 whole blood transfusions at trauma scenes, which has boosted survival rates across all three counties and the state police aviation unit — a program set to be honored on National First Responders Day, Oct. 28. The initiative has become a model for quick, lifesaving emergency care in the region. Coast TV
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Residents are advised to protect tender plants as frost drives temperatures into the 30s; local experts recommend storing plants in a garage kept above 50 degrees—using grow lights or breathable coverings to reduce damage. Non-profits, churches, and helpers are invited to pick tomatoes at Magee Farm in Selbyville to assist those in need. Coast TV
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Delaware beat Middle Tennessee 31—28 on Oct 22 in a long Conference USA football game—key plays included a recovered onside kick by Nick Laboy and a 49—yard field goal from Nate Reed that gave the Hens a late lead. Coach Ryan Carty said his team fought hard against a tougher FBS schedule while working through some injuries. Delaware Online
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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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Dover Market Fair 2025
8 AM – 4 PM — First State Heritage Park — Free entry — Enjoy a day of community festivities at historic Dover Green.
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Delaware Beer, Wine & Spirits Showcase
4-8 p.m. — Delaware Agricultural Museum — Ticket purchase required — Celebrate the best local brews, wines, and spirits at this annual showcase.
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Holiday Shoppes Craft & Vendor Show
9 AM – 3 PM — Delaware State Fair — $7 admission — Explore over 300 vendors and enjoy delicious food trucks at this festive craft extravaganza.
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Matron Series 2025 - Harness Racing Event
4:30 - 11:55 p.m. — Dover Downs — Various fees apply — Witness thrilling races featuring foals of 2022 and 2023 hosted by the Hambletonian Society.
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