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Tuesday, December 9th, 2025
Good morning, Dover. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 9th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Dec. 11, a Wreaths Across America convoy will reach Dover Speedway, where a public ceremony is set for 3:45 p.m. at the Monster Monument (Victory Plaza) before the tour continues to Arlington National Cemetery to honor fallen veterans. Delaware Online
- ➤ DSU students led the 7th Annual Holiday Toy Drive on campus, collecting over 4,000 toys for Kent County families and giving a $150 grocery card to parents (provided by DSU Athletics) as a token of thanks; university leaders praised the student government for its commitment to community service. Delaware State University
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Photographer Patricia Sterling from Wyoming captured reflections on Dover’s Silver Lake, offering a peaceful view of this local landmark. The image was posted Monday, Dec. 8 at 11:11 a.m. Bay to Bay News
- ➤ The Delaware Division of the Arts opened its online application process for FY27 grants supporting local arts and community projects starting in September. Dover organizations, community groups, and schools are invited to apply as deadlines and eligibility details are posted on the portal. Bay to Bay News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ A free online vote for Delaware high school boys basketball’s Preseason Player of the Year, presented by Delaware Orthopaedic Specialists, is open until midnight Dec. 11 (winner announced Dec. 12). Delaware Online
- ➤ Voting is open for Delaware Online High School Sports Athlete of the Week, presented by Delaware Orthopaedic Specialists, to honor Week 1 top performers; local fans cast votes online as the winner will be announced Dec. 12 & the community celebrates its rising sports talent. Delaware Online
- ➤ Biff Newnam recalled how Lynn Deakins shared an early Little League story that highlights her long legacy in local youth sports. The feature, published Monday, Dec. 8, honors her lasting impact on the league (a cherished local tradition). Bay to Bay News
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