Analilia Mejia and Joe Hathaway share their views as they compete to finish their 11th District Congressional term.

Members who backed Republican candidates were ousted; T.C. McCourt chosen to lead new committee. T.C. McCourt has been chosen to lead the next iteration of the Dover Democratic Committee. (Photo courtesy, T.C. McCourt) The Morris County Democratic Committee has voted overwhelmingly to remove all members of the Dover Democratic Committee from their party positions, concluding a months-long disciplinary process that centered on the conduct of Dover Democrats during the 2025 gen

The move allows local developer Roger Gupta to submit a site plan for redevelopment near Crescent Field. Dover Town Council voted 5-4 to approve the first reading of the redevelopment effort for the 46 S. Morris Street rooming house. (Photo/DOVERNOW) The Dover Town Council voted to allow the redevelopment of the rooming house at 46 S Morris Street, located across from Crescent Field and near the train station.  The vote comes nearly four months after the council voted to appr

Planners' questions extend presentation of 640-apartment project to April 16 meeting. The proposed development would include retail shops on the street level and studios, as well as one- and two-bedroom apartments. (Photo/Courtesy of Dover) The Dover Planning Board, and town residents, had plenty of questions for the team of experts representing the redevelopment of the proposed 640-unit project along Bassett Highway. There were so many questions – and a few reminders about

'Team Dover' becomes first to announce run for June Democratic primary. A historic, all-female slate of candidates announced their candidacies for Dover Town Council in the 2026 Democratic primary, to be held on Tuesday, June 2. It's the first time in Dover’s more than 300-year history that a Town Council slate is composed entirely of women. If elected, the slate also would create the Council's first female majority. The candidates, running together under the "Team Dover" mot

Be aware of guideline updates and other food-assistance resources. Access to fresh fruits and vegetables is an essential ingredient for healthy living. (Photo/ Timur Saglambilek) The federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) is undergoing changes that could reshape eligibility for thousands of New Jerseyans in 2026. The overhaul not only introduces stricter work and age requirements primarily targeted towards adults without dependents, but it also sets a new s

Review of 640-unit Bassett Highway project moved to March 19 meeting. The Dover Town Planners shared support for residents' concerns about the impact that a proposed West Blackwell project would have on the neighborhood's parking challenges. (Photo/DOVERNOW.com) Dover Town Hall was a full house for the February 19 Planning Board meeting, nearly evenly split among residents and developers and their attorneys, architects, and consultants.  Attorney Dean Donatelli reviewed the t

Crews are working around the clock to clear streets, while officials warn of the next projected weekend storm. Massive storms require the commitment from DPW crews and residents working to make streets and sidewalks passable. (Photo/DOVERNOW.com) While public-works crews continue to clean up local streets, the impact of the massive weekend snowstorm dominated the discussion at Tuesday’s Dover Town Council meeting.   Mayor James P. Dodd and members of the town council discusse

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

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

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

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

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