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Norwescap Seeks Ideas to Help Dover
North Jersey organization's next steps depend on resident feedback to create an action plan. Story and photos by Heath Rumble Jason Rowe and Fabi Soto addressed the people who came to The Amp Arts to explain how Norwescap can help Dover get assistance. Fabi Soto and Jason Rowe wanted to hear suggestions from Dover residents on how to revitalize Dover. The pair from Norwescap gained valuable insights from community members already connected to local helpers. Norwescap, short f
Heath Rumble
Aug 276 min read


Help Support Colombian Earthquake Victims
Club Colombia is accepting donations to help those in need. Monday's powerful earthquake in Western Colombia has caused significant death and destruction in dozens of cities and towns in the region. President Abelardo de la Espriella says the death toll is at more than 180 people and rising, with more than 4,000 people missing, and more than 1,500 buildings and homes destroyed or damaged. This devastating event has left the significant Colombian population in Dover searching
David Chmiel
Aug 111 min read


Update: Dover Couple In ICE Custody
Photos show agents struggling with Filemon Ruiz Cielo and Margarita Cielo Balbuena on Saturday morning. Osmar Ruiz reaches for his father, Filemon Ruiz Cielo, who is held down by three ICE agents. (Photo/Karol Ruiz) Dover residents Filemon Ruiz Cielo and Margarita Cielo Balbuena were taken into ICE custody around 10 a.m Saturday near the intersection of Park Avenue and Hillcrest Avenue. Margarita Cielo Balbuena, right, records her husband, Filemon Ruiz Cielo, being restra
David Chmiel
May 243 min read


Opinion: Honest Hope Over False Promises—What Our Immigrant Communities Deserve
In the last issue of DOVERNOW, an opinion piece was published advocating for the Immigrant Trust Act (ITA) as a way to protect immigrant communities in New Jersey. While I respect the advocacy and share the commitment to a more welcoming Dover, it’s important to have an honest conversation about what this policy actually does—and does not—provide.
gladmarketingllc
Aug 21, 20252 min read


Residents Find Solutions for Virtual Council Meeting
It was the hottest day of the year, but everyone kept their cool during Tuesday's Dover Town Council. That was no small feat considering...
David Chmiel
Jun 24, 20251 min read
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