Three men wearing nondescript POLICE vests and jackets were spotted in the Toro Taxes office on West Blackwell Street. (Photo/DOVERNOW.com) Authorities, reportedly from the New Jersey Attorney General's office, conducted a "criminal investigation" raid Monday morning at the West Blackwell Street offices of Toro Taxes, owned by former Dover Council member Claudia P. Toro. A woman who answered the phone at Toro Taxes didn't confirm why the authorities were in the office. The Of

Former Dover Council member can have charges cleared after 12 months. Former Dover Councilman Sergio Rodriguez is pleased with his PTI arrangement. ( Photo/ DOVERNOW.com ) Former Dover Town Councilman Sergio Rodriguez has been admitted into a 12-month program for first-time offenders that will help him avoid a trial and potential jail time. The Morris County Prosecutor’s Office announced the decision to admit Rodriguez into the Pre-Trial Intervention program on Monday, Januar

The January 1 government reorganization meeting will be the first public meeting in eight months. The doors will be open, and the public is welcome to attend the January 1 Town Council meeting. (Photo/DOVERNOW) By Mario Marroquin Dover Town Council and Mayor James P. Dodd voted to restore in-person access to Town Hall during their last meeting of the year. The legislation was approved by all members present during the meeting, including several members who will no longer be s

Chaotic, contentious public hearing leads to discussion on ‘stacking’ and another meeting. Anxious Dover residents crowded into a room at the Dover Free Library to seek answers about a parking permit program that was supposed to start on January 1. (DOVERNOW Photo/Karen Fucito) By David Chmiel/Photos by Karen Fucito “It’s not a simple solution.” Dover Mayor James P. Dodd delivered the most concise statement during a chaotic and contentious meeting scheduled to review the new

Officials promote Special Improvement District proposal in advance of December 30 approval vote. Dover officials pledged that SID status would help create thriving storefronts in town. (DOVERNOW Photo/David Arredondo) While town officials are eager to promote a new initiative that would designate downtown Dover as a Special Improvement District (SID), local business owners are seemingly apprehensive about a piece of legislation that feels, to some, like a late-season tax hike

Get in the holiday spirit, do some shopping, enjoy the rides, and sweet treats! Photo Gallery by Jack Ponzoni CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: Families take in the sights and sounds of the rides and attractions at the Skylands Stadium Lights Show and Christmas Festival. Worker Michael Parker guides patrons through the entrance of the drive-through light show. Carloads of friends and family enjoy the views around the turns at the light show. Walker Vanderploog rings up customers in ne

County Executive Board outlines list of ethical violations during election cycle. Mayor Dodd was included in the MCDC calls for DDC resignations. (Photo/Dover Municipal site) By David Chmiel and Mariana Simioni The Morris County Democratic Committee called for the resignation of every member of the Dover Town Municipal Democratic Committee, including Chair Maria Solines and Mayor James P. Dodd, for ethical violations of MCDC bylaws during the 2025 primary and general election

Left to Right: Debora Acevedo, Sandra Downs, Dr. Krista Downs, Scott Miller, Luis A. Jaime, Sue Shauer, Alex Toth, TC McCourt, Atilla Sabahoglu celebrate the ground-breaking. (Photo Courtesy Dover School District) Superintendent Luis A. Jaime presides over the groundbreaking ceremony for the new sixth-grade annex construction. Dover Public Schools held a groundbreaking ceremony on Monday, December 8, to celebrate the start of construction on its new sixth-grade annex, officia

A special meeting was held Friday to introduce the first reading to resolve confusion from the Tuesday meeting. Dover Town Council held a special meeting to discuss Human Resource issues (Photo/DOVERNOW.com) A 15-minute special meeting on Friday resolved a sticky situation regarding job postings that arose during Tuesday evening’s Dover Town Council meeting.  The meeting was held after considerable confusion arose during the December 9 meeting regarding Dover municipal job po

Morris Prosecutor closes three-month investigation, finds no evidence of wrongdoing. Dover Police Chief Jonathan Delaney's department was cleared of any wrongdoing in Mayor James P. Dodd's wiretapping claims. (Photo/DOVERNOW.com) On August 27, Dover Mayor James P. Dodd released a video via the town’s social media channels, accusing the Dover Police Department of illegally wiretapping incoming and outgoing Town Hall calls. Flanked by Town Administrator/CFO Ed Ramirez and Munic

Two 30-year tax incentives for Bassett Highway developments get support; salary issues to be addressed at a separate meeting. Dover Town Council meetings remain virtual through 2025 (Photo/DOVERNOW.com) Dover’s town council voted this week to approve a nearly half-million-dollar emergency appropriation from next year’s budget to cover legal expenses. While Mayor James P. Dodd attributed the $425,000 bill to unresolved expenses from the previous administration, residents atten

Emergency Resolution proposed to pay the unexpected shortfall in the 2025 budget. Dover Town Council will vote on an emergency appropriation resolution to cover $425,000 in accrued legal fees. (Photo/DOVERNOW.com) “Whereas an emergency has arisen with respect to legal expenses and, no adequate provision was made in the 2025 budget for the aforesaid purpose…”  That’s how Resolution No. 299-2025 begins. The Dover Town Council will vote on the Resolution at its scheduled meetin

First Ward Council member-elect works with The Good Bean, Dover Scoops, and Factory Records to help support local pantries. Daniella Mendez , who will represent residents of Dover's First Ward as a member of Town Council when she is sworn in on January 1, 2026, is working with local businesses to set up donation spots for non-perishable foods. If you can help, please consider donating what you can to support your neighbors in need during these challenging times. DOVERNOW.com

Recognition delivered at the Morris County Police Chiefs Association holiday luncheon. MCPCA names 2026 President and Executive Board. Morris County Sheriff James Gannon presents Dover Police Chief Jonathan Delaney with a service award from the MCPCA. (Photo courtesy of MCPCA)   From the County of Morris Office of Communication and Digital Media: The Morris County Board of County Commissioners attended the Morris County Police Chiefs Association’s (MCPCA) annual holiday lunc

The six-story, 90-unit apartment building on East McFarlan Street is poised to transform the neighborhood and attract new residents to Dover. Construction continues on the six-story, 90-unit 80East development at E. McFarlan and Route 46. (DOVERNOW photo/David Arredondo) Crossroads Companies and CrownPoint Group are nearing completion on the 80East luxury apartment project, slated to open early next year. The six-story, 90-unit building is located at the corner of McFarlan an

Crowds brave the cold to celebrate the parade and tree-lighting ceremony.  The crowd gathered at the Christmas Marketplace in JFK Park to welcome Santa and Mrs. Claus as they made their entrance. (Photo/Jack Ponzoni) As performers lined up near Crescent Field in Lot B, attendees lined Blackwell Street. The scent of warm, fresh popcorn and hot chocolate filled the frosty Monday night air, letting everyone know it was time for Dover's annual Christmas Parade & Tree Lighting ce

N.J. Rep Aura K. Dunn (R-25th Dist..) lent a hand to make Thanksgiving memorable for many families. Photo: Courtesy, Aura K. Dunn) "As we gather with loved ones this Thanksgiving, I am reminded of the power of community and compassion. I was grateful to join Table of Hope, County College of Morris, and the Morris County Sheriff’s Office for their annual Thanksgiving Food Distribution, where hundreds of turkeys and meals were shared with families across our region. Thanks to t

Mayor Dodd backs move to pay more than $30,000 to fight claims against Council member in various incidents.  Dover Town Hall has been the scene of many Town Council disputes in 2025. (DOVERNOW photo) Dover Town Council voted Tuesday night to approve separate payments of $32,000 and $9,000 to cover councilman Sergio Rodriguez's additional legal fees.  The decision was passed by a 5-3-1 vote, with "no" votes from Arturo Santana, Marcos Tapia, and Sandra Wittner, and Rodriguez a

Most teens scroll through Instagram. Giovanni DiDomenico built a business on it.  At 14, Giovanni created and launched Shop Morris County (shopmorriscounty.com), an Instagram page turned full-blown digital guide dedicated to showcasing local businesses, restaurants, and events. 

From sparkling lights to Santa sightings, Dover transforms into a winter wonderland full of joy and holiday cheer. As always, Santa and Mrs. Claus are the stars of the Christmas parade. (photo: Karen Fucito/DOVERNOW) Celebrate the season with family, friends, and neighbors at Dover’s annual holiday festivities on Monday, Dec. 1 ! Enjoy a magical evening filled with lights, music, and holiday cheer as the community comes together to welcome the most wonderful time of the year.