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Delaware healthcare professionals to gather in Dover for geriatric care symposium

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Wesley College of Health & Behavioral Sciences at Delaware State University and Education Health & Research International at Milford Wellness Village are collaborating to bring healthcare professionals together to explore geriatric and age-friendly care. DOVER — As Delaware’s population continues to age, healthcare professionals from across the state will gather on June 5 at Delaware State University for a symposium focused on …

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36th District Republican Primary Approaches; May 29 Deadline Looms for Voters Seeking to Participate

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Closed Primary Rules Mean Only Republicans Can Vote in the Primary.  If you are a Democrat or Independent, you must change by May 29 to vote in the September Rematch. GEORGETOWN — Voters interested in participating in one of Delaware’s most closely watched legislative races this year are running out of time to ensure they can cast a ballot in …

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First Friday returns to downtown Milford with summer kickoff celebration June 5

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Downtown Milford Inc. plans a full season of community events, local vendors, and family-friendly entertainment on Main Street MILFORD — Downtown Milford will once again come alive with music, food, shopping and community spirit as First Friday returns June 5 for the start of the summer season. Organized by Downtown Milford Inc., the monthly event series has become one of …

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Shupe and Richardson Introduce Overtime Tax Relief Bill Aimed at Delaware’s Working Families

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Milford lawmaker says proposal would reward extra hours worked by nurses, factory workers, first responders, and tradesmen DOVER — State Rep. Bryan Shupe introduced new legislation designed to provide tax relief for Delaware workers who put in long hours to support their families and keep businesses and essential services running. Shupe, a Republican representing the Milford South and Ellendale area, …

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All Voter to Decide Important Milford School Board Race on Tuesday!

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Correction:  All Milford voters will decide between longtime Milford educator Cynthia McKenzie and challenger Nik Dutta-Roy on May 12 MILFORD — All Voters in the Milford School District can vote on Tuesday! NOT just residents of Area C as previousily reported.  The race is between a longtime educator with nearly four decades of experience in the district and a first-time …

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Republican Rematch in Milford Puts Voters in the 36th at Center Stage

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Shupe–Smith primary highlights sharp contrasts — and a familiar reminder that every vote counts MILFORD, Del. — A closely watched Republican primary rematch is taking shape in Delaware’s 36th House District, where incumbent Bryan Shupe will again face challenger Patrick Smith — this time with a clear message hanging over the race: voters, not candidates, will decide what comes next. …

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Georgetown Historical Society to host Civil War Days open house May 16

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Living history event connects Sussex County stories to Delaware’s 250th commemoration GEORGETOWN, Del. — As Delaware communities lean into a renewed focus on local history tied to the upcoming United States Semiquincentennial, the Georgetown Historical Society is inviting the public to step back in time during its Civil War Days open house on Saturday, May 16. The event will take …

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Milford Wellness Village to anchor $1.25M federal grant expanding chronic-disease self-management for caregivers and adults with disabilities

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EHRI, based at the Milford campus, is pleased to announce enrollment opportunities in May! MILFORD, Del. — A $1.25 million federal grant awarded several months ago is positioning the Milford Wellness Village as a central hub for expanded mental health education services across Delaware, with Education Health & Research International leading the effort. EHRI, which is headquartered at the Wellness …

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Pletcher wins Milford Ward 2 council seat in only contested city race

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Certified results: Pletcher received 72 votes, ahead of Kimberly Wills with 31 votes and Desiray Anderson with 19. MILFORD, Del. — Marianina Pletcher has been elected to the Milford City Council, securing a two-year term after finishing first in a three-candidate race for Ward 2 in the city’s April 25 municipal election. The election coincided with Milford’s annual Bug & …