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Dover, Delaware Patch AM: a 5 min read

Morning Dover! We've got the scoop on the latest happenings in town. Read on to get looped in. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • How much opioid settlement money could flow into Dover projects?
  • Dover traffic stop leads to felony fifth-offense DUI arrest
  • How a new Inspector General’s office could reshape oversight from Dover

Also on today's calendar: Readings & Luncheon With Jane Austen and 7 more events.

Today's riddle: How do you measure a fish? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: A p.m. shower in places, with a high of 66 and low of 50 degrees.
  • Thursday: Partly sunny and pleasant, temps: high: 76, low: 53.
  • Friday: More clouds than sun, with a high of 68 and low of 51 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Kent County unlocks opioid settlement funds for local projects (wboc.com) — Dover is in line for a share of more than $518,000 in opioid settlement funds earmarked for Kent County and its municipalities this year. Local governments, nonprofits, and community partners have until April 24 to seek support for overdose prevention, treatment access, and long-term recovery projects that meet state guidelines and could be advanced to a June review.
   

2. State Police Arrest Dover Woman for 5th Offense DUI (delaware.gov) — A 33-year-old Dover woman was arrested early April 19 after a state trooper stopped her speeding on Bay Road near Transportation Circle and reported signs of impairment. Police say she faces a felony fifth-offense DUI charge, along with drug and traffic offenses, and is being held on an $8,000 cash bond.
   

3. Governor Meyer Nominates Robert Storch to be Delaware's First Inspector General (delaware.gov) — From Dover, Governor Matt Meyer has nominated veteran federal watchdog Robert P. Storch to become Delaware’s first Inspector General, leading a new office focused on government oversight. The role, created by bipartisan legislation, will investigate fraud, waste, abuse, and corruption across state agencies. State leaders say the move aims to boost transparency and public trust for residents.
   

4. Delaware bill seeks to lock in vaccine coverage as debate grows over cost, choice (delawarelive.com) — Lawmakers meeting in Dover are weighing a bill that would lock in insurance coverage for vaccines and other preventive services at 2025 federal standards, regardless of future federal changes. Supporters say this protects Delaware families from surprise costs, while critics warn it could raise premiums and limit flexibility in health plans statewide.
   

5. Delaware Lottery Mega Millions, Play 3 Day winning numbers for April 21, 2026 (delawareonline.com) — If you’ve got a winning Delaware Lottery ticket, you may be mailing or driving it straight to the Dover claim office on McKee Road. This rundown lists Tuesday’s winning numbers and explains exactly how, where, and when Delaware players can claim prizes, including anonymity rules and deadlines.
   

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💬 Chatter

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  • Hello neighbors
    Which place in Dover is actually affordable to buy my eyeglasses? I used to go to MyEyeDr., but this last visit really raised the bar—apparently,… (Nextdoor Leander Lakes)
  • With the new season coming in, me and my crew of hardworking young men from the Dover, Delaware area are ready to work.
    We offer help with: • Moving (loading/unloading, heavy lifting) • Yard work & cleanups • Junk removal • Basic handyman help I started this to… (Nextdoor Towne Point)
  • Bally's Corporation posted a job opening for Attendant - Houseman in Dover. Apply here.
  • Panera Bread Company posted a job opening for *Baker in Dover. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Dover here.

Ok Dover! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: By inches because they have no feet. (Thank you Gypsy S. for sending it in!)
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Stay in the loop with what's happening in Dover

Never miss out on local news and events that matter to you.

Stay in the loop with what's happening in Dover

Never miss out on local news and events that matter to you.