DOVER — Mayor James P. Dodd and the Town Council invite the entire community to the Town of Dover’s annual Veterans Day Ceremony on Wednesday, November 11, at 6:00 p.m. in Hurd Park.

The ceremony will honor the men and women who have served the nation, with an evening of remembrance, patriotic tributes and special recognition of veterans from the Dover community.

“Veterans Day is a time to reflect on the courage, sacrifice, and unwavering dedication of those who answered the call to serve,” the town said in its invitation. “Their commitment to protecting our freedoms is something we must never take for granted.”

The town also thanked “all who have served, and those who continue to serve.”

All are welcome to attend.

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DOVER — A Dover woman was charged with Driving While Intoxicated on the morning of Sunday, August 23, after police said she was seen swerving and crossing the double yellow line on Penn Avenue.

Isela Carranza Lopez, 51, was arrested by Dover Police Officer Michael Cordes following the stop near Penn Avenue and Second Street at approximately 10:04 a.m., according to police reports.

Officer Cordes was on patrol when he observed a silver 2016 Chevrolet Colorado pickup truck traveling east on Penn Avenue while driving on the center double yellow line, according to the report. The truck swerved within the travel lane several times and crossed over the double yellow line multiple times. When Officer Cordes activated his emergency lights, the truck pulled to the right, drove over the curb, then pulled back into the middle of the travel lane before stopping.

Carranza Lopez provided her insurance and registration but not her driver’s license, according to police. Officer Cordes detected a strong odor of alcoholic beverages coming from her. Because she did not understand English, Officer Ulises Corona responded to assist with Spanish translation.

Carranza Lopez was not wearing shoes and had watery eyes, according to the report. She was unable to maintain her balance during the Walk and Turn and One Leg Stand field sobriety tests and was placed under arrest.

Her vehicle was impounded by Bunky’s Towing. At police headquarters, Carranza Lopez agreed to provide breath samples. The Alcotest instrument recorded a blood alcohol content of 0.213 percent, more than twice the legal limit of 0.08 percent.

Carranza Lopez was charged with:

• Driving While Intoxicated (N.J.S.A. 39:4-50)
• Failure to Maintain Lane (N.J.S.A. 39:4-88)
• Careless Driving (N.J.S.A. 39:4-97)
• Failure to Possess a Driver’s License (N.J.S.A. 39:3-29)

She was issued the summonses and released to the custody of a responsible adult.

Editor’s Note: The charges outlined in this publication are merely accusations, and the defendant and/or defendants are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt.

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DOVER — The Kiwanis Club of Greater Dover honored Mayor James P. Dodd for nearly three decades of public service to the Town of Dover on Friday, October 16, unveiling a commemorative bronze plaque at the Waterworks Park bridge.

A second plaque is displayed at the King Field Baseball Complex, known to many residents as Hamilton Field. A photograph of that plaque was unveiled alongside the Waterworks plaque so both tributes could be celebrated together.

The plaques recognize Dodd’s “distinguished public service” from 1997 to 2027 and describe him as having been “born and raised in the community he proudly calls home.” Dodd began his public service as an Alderman in 1997 and has since served multiple terms as Mayor.

Frank Cahill, Past Governor of the New Jersey District of Kiwanis International, welcomed guests and spoke on behalf of Kiwanis, then invited Dodd and his family forward for the unveiling. Mayor Dodd is a charter member of Kiwanis Club of Greater Dover.

“Mayor Dodd, these plaques are made of bronze, but what they represent cannot be measured in metal. They represent years of decisions, challenges, accomplishments, relationships, and service to the people of Dover,” said Cahill. “Long after today’s ceremony is over, these plaques will remain as a reminder that buildings, parks and bridges may shape a town, but service, commitment, and people build a community.”

“Mayor Dodd believed in bringing Kiwanis to Dover, and that belief is a big reason I’m able to lead this club today. For me personally, this tribute was about saying thank you to a man who has always put Dover first and who taught a lot of us that public service is about building something that lasts long after you’re gone,” said Kiwanis Club of Greater Dover President Sergio Rodriguez.

Cahill pointed to several accomplishments cited in the Town’s resolution honoring Dodd, including the transformation of Waterworks Bridge into a two-lane bridge, improvements to Waterworks Park, the development of the baseball complex at King Field, synthetic turf fields at Crescent Field, the restoration of youth football and wrestling, the Mayor’s Labor Assistance Program, volunteer initiatives and senior programming.

“We are not simply standing beside a bridge; we are standing beside a part of that legacy,” said Cahill.

Assemblywoman Aura Dunn and Senator Anthony Bucco presented Dodd with a proclamation. Also attending the event was Morris County Commissioner Tayfun Selen.

The Town’s resolution authorized space for the commemorative plaques at both Waterworks Park Bridge and the King Field Baseball Complex, with the cost of designing, producing and installing them funded by Kiwanis through private contributions and fundraising.

A Kiwanis Club member is donating a recognition piece listing the names and logos of everyone who contributed to the plaques. It will be permanently displayed at Dover Town Hall. Following the unveiling, a private gathering was held to thank the many contributors.

“To every individual, business, friend, and supporter who contributed, no matter the amount, Kiwanis extends our deepest and sincere gratitude. You helped turn an idea into a permanent tribute that will remain part of this community for generations,” said Cahill.

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DOVER — A Dover man was charged with Driving While Intoxicated early Sunday, September 6, after police said he failed to yield to a patrol car on East Blackwell Street.

Edvin O. Munoz Martinez, 30, was arrested by Dover Police Officer Ulises Corona following the stop at 1:52 a.m., according to police reports.

Officer Corona was patrolling east on East Blackwell Street when a beige 2007 Jeep Liberty pulling out of the entrance to Pancho Villa Rodeo Bar and Grill, heading west, failed to yield to the patrol car as it was making a left turn, according to the report. The Jeep also had its high beams on before entering the street. Officer Corona turned around and stopped the vehicle at the corner of Mercer Street.

Officer Corona detected the odor of alcohol coming from the vehicle and asked Munoz Martinez to step out. When asked how much he had to drink, Munoz Martinez said two beers, according to the report. Officer Rubens Moreau arrived to assist.

Munoz Martinez performed poorly on a series of field sobriety tests, according to police. During the Walk and Turn test, he stumbled, turned in the wrong direction and leaned to the right for balance. During the One Leg Stand test, he lost his balance several times and did not count as instructed.

Munoz Martinez was placed under arrest. A search of the vehicle found four open glass bottles of beer in the back seat, according to the report. The vehicle was impounded by Bunky’s Towing.

At police headquarters, Munoz Martinez agreed to provide breath samples. The Alcotest instrument recorded a blood alcohol content of 0.182 percent, more than twice the legal limit of 0.08 percent.

Munoz Martinez was charged with:

• Driving While Intoxicated (N.J.S.A. 39:4-50)
• Reckless Driving (N.J.S.A. 39:4-96)
• Careless Driving (N.J.S.A. 39:4-97)
• Failure to Yield Right of Way (N.J.S.A. 39:4-90)
• Open Container of Alcohol in a Motor Vehicle (N.J.S.A. 39:4-51b)
• Improper Use of High and Low Headlight Beams (N.J.S.A. 39:3-60)

He was issued the summonses and released to a family member.

Editor’s Note: The charges outlined in this publication are merely accusations, and the defendant and/or defendants are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt.

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DOVER — A Dover man was charged with Driving While Intoxicated early Saturday, August 29, after police said he was driving on East Blackwell Street without his headlights on.

Eber N. Molina Crisostomo, 31, was arrested by Dover Police Officer Ulises Corona following the stop at approximately 1:09 a.m., according to police reports.

Officer Corona was patrolling east on East Blackwell Street when he spotted a gold 2002 Honda heading west with its headlights off, according to the report. He signaled to the driver about the lights, but the driver kept going. Officer Corona turned around and activated his emergency lights at the intersection of North Morris Street. The driver turned right onto North Morris Street and slowed but did not stop, then turned into the alleyway between North Morris Street and North Essex Street before turning left onto North Essex Street, where he finally stopped near the bridge.

When Officer Corona approached, the vehicle was still in drive, and the driver was slow to put it in park, according to the report. Officer Corona detected the odor of alcohol coming from the vehicle and observed that the driver had slurred speech and was avoiding eye contact. Molina Crisostomo first said he had nothing to drink, then later said he had three beers. Officer Rubens Moreau arrived to assist.

Molina Crisostomo performed poorly on a series of field sobriety tests, according to police. During the Walk and Turn test, he swayed, raised his arms for balance, stumbled several times and did not turn around as instructed. During the One Leg Stand test, he leaned to the left and put his foot down shortly after starting.

He was placed under arrest, and his vehicle was impounded by Bunky’s Towing. At police headquarters, Molina Crisostomo agreed to provide breath samples. The Alcotest instrument recorded a blood alcohol content of 0.145 percent, nearly twice the legal limit of 0.08 percent.

Molina Crisostomo was charged with:

• Driving While Intoxicated (N.J.S.A. 39:4-50)
• Reckless Driving (N.J.S.A. 39:4-96)
• Careless Driving (N.J.S.A. 39:4-97)
• Failure to Use Lighted Lamps When Required (N.J.S.A. 39:3-47a)

He was issued the summonses and released to a friend.

Editor’s Note: The charges outlined in this publication are merely accusations, and the defendant and/or defendants are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt.

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