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Saturday, December 27th, 2025
Good morning, Dover. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 27th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy is joining fundraising efforts for the family of fallen trooper Cpl. Matthew T. Snook. A $32 commemorative T-shirt is available on his website with all proceeds and matching donations benefiting the family during the holiday season. Coast TV
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The Central Delaware Chamber of Commerce will host ribbon-cutting ceremonies for four local businesses in January in Dover & the events are open to all. Bay to Bay News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Local leaders are urged today to pass a pedestrian safety ordinance at Del. 8 and Saulsbury Road to protect vulnerable pedestrians from high-speed traffic. The plan outlines safe-giving zones and coordinated support from service providers (a measure to help those in need). Bay to Bay News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Blood Bank of Delmarva is urging community members to donate blood this holiday season as supplies are low and efforts aim to raise to a seven-day level. Extra donation times and a choice of decorative socks (or hats) are offered through Jan. 2. WBOC
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Wayne Knight played on his James Madison football team on Saturday night in a tough game, and the Woodbridge grad from Smyrna High earned a national award (a highlight of his season). His performance shows local talent making an impact beyond Dover. Bay to Bay News
- ➤ Dover High’s boys’ basketball team won a 92+58 victory over Wicomico on Friday during the Governor’s Challenge in Salisbury, outscoring their opponent by 23 in the second half. Bay to Bay News
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