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🌱 What led to a Dover man’s potential 20-year federal sentence?

Dover, Delaware Patch AM: a 5 min read

Hello Dover! Stay connected with the latest updates from around town. Let's dive in! ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • What led to a Dover man’s potential 20-year federal sentence?
  • How Dover police tied three late-night break-ins to one suspect
  • Dover community grieves the loss of student-athlete Nathan Urey

Today's riddle: Why did the cookie go to the Doctor ? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Partly sunny; hot and humid, with a high of 91 and low of 76 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Friday: Partly sunny; hot and humid, temps: high: 91, low: 74.
  • Saturday: A stray afternoon t-storm, with a high of 91 and low of 73 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Dover Man Indicted as Armed Career Criminal for Federal Gun and Drug Offenses (wgmd.com) — Federal prosecutors say a 43-year-old Dover resident has been indicted on federal gun and drug charges after investigators allegedly found a loaded handgun, fentanyl, and cocaine in a Dover hotel room he rented. Authorities emphasize he is presumed innocent, but note prior serious drug convictions could trigger a mandatory minimum 20-year sentence if he’s found guilty. The case was investigated with help from Dover Police.
   

2. Dover Police Arrest Man in Connection with Three Burglaries (wmdt.com) — Dover police have arrested 33-year-old resident Shawn Jones in connection with three recent commercial burglary incidents at local liquor stores and a corner market. Investigators linked him through surveillance footage, a fresh elbow injury, and discarded clothing, and he is being held on a $36,000 cash bond at Sussex Correctional Institution.
   

3. Dover, DE, Rider Football Student-Athlete Nathan Urey Is Survived By His Mother, Hawa Urey (theunionstar.com) — Friends, teammates, and neighbors in Dover are mourning Rider football player Nathan Urey, remembered for his kindness, faith, and warm spirit. His family and the wider community continue to share prayers, memories, and tributes, reflecting how deeply he touched lives in and beyond Dover.
   

4. Delaware State University makes Forbes' first top-HBCU rankings (delawareonline.com) — Delaware State University in Dover has been named a top public HBCU by Forbes, ranking No. 10 and earning praise for strong returns on investment. With record enrollment, improved earnings outcomes, and a historic $100 million state investment, DSU leaders say the university is poised to drive Delaware’s economic and educational future.
   

5. West Nile virus detected in Delaware for first time this year (delawareonline.com) — West Nile virus has been detected in Delaware this summer, and state officials are ramping up mosquito monitoring and potential spraying, especially in eastern Kent County. While no human cases have been reported yet, residents are urged to stay vigilant about mosquito exposure. For mosquito control requests, Dover serves as the dividing line: call the Glasgow office for areas north of Dover and the Milford office for areas south.
   

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    Monday August 10
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  • I recently hired Robert to replace two faucets in my home and couldn't be happier with the results.
    He was punctual, highly communicative throughout the process, and incredibly meticulous. He treated our home with total respect, kept the work area… (Nextdoor Dover)
  • Looking for a dog sitter for next weekend.
    We just need someone to come 2 times a day and let our dogs out in our fenced in yard and to feed them and let them run around. Any recommendations… (Nextdoor Little Ceek)
  • Redner's Markets, Inc. posted a job opening for Produce clerk in Dover. Apply here.
  • Best Buy Co., Inc. posted a job opening for Retail Sales Specialist - Verizon in Dover. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Dover here.

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-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Because he felt CRUMMY ! (Thank you Michelle S. for sending it in!)
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Stay in the loop with what's happening in Dover

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