Policy adds teacher pilots, parent review and stricter classroom standards as Milford School District updates curriculum guidelines for transparency and community involvement MILFORD, Del. – Milford School Board Vice President Matt Bucher says a sweeping curriculum policy approved this year is designed to keep classrooms focused on teaching and free from political influence, but civil liberties advocates warn the changes …
Mark Your Calendar for Milford First Friday, City of Milford Annual Tree Lighting and the Holiday Stroll and Christmas Market Milford, Del. — Downtown Milford’s fall season is officially underway. The Downtown Milford Promotions Marketing Committee announced the schedule before the Meeting to be held on Sept. 23, 2025. The virtual session will bring together community members, business owners, and …
MILFORD — Downtown Milford sparkled under perfect skies Saturday as thousands of visitors packed Walnut Street, Washington Street and the Mispillion Riverwalk for the 2025 Milford Riverwalk Freedom Festival. The all-day celebration of music, food, and community spirit delivered on every promise—and then some. “This is one of Milford’s best days of the year!” said Pat Abel, board president of …
Milford (1-2) defeated Woodbridge (1-2) Friday night behind a four-touchdown performance by junior running back Andrew Sivels. By Ryan Colasanti, contributing Journalist GREENWOOD, DE — Milford running back Andrew Sivels settled two yards behind his quarterback in the pistol formation with his pink gloves resting on his knees. Buccaneer quarterback Cayden Jarrett received the snap and turned toward Sivels. Sivels …
Milford Buccaneers Searching For First Win of the Season By Ryan Colasanti The Milford Buccaneers will travel to Greenwood, Delaware, for a matchup with the Woodbridge Blue Raiders, Friday night. The Buccaneers are searching for their first win this season after a tough two-point defeat to Conrad in their home opener and a road loss against Indian River last week. …
The final Milford Riverwalk Freedom Festival Schedule of Events 2025 MILFORD – “Downtown Milford will come alive this Saturday as the Milford Riverwalk Freedom Festival returns with a full day of music, food, crafts, and family fun along Walnut Street, Washington Street, and the Mispillion Riverwalk,” according to Sade Truitt, a volunteer at this year’s Riverwalk. Hosted by the Chamber …
The Milford community is remembering Louis “Dick” Carpenter, Jr MILFORD, Del. (Sept. 11, 2025) — The Milford community is remembering Louis “Dick” Henry Carpenter, Jr., a Navy veteran, longtime local businessman, and dedicated community supporter, who passed away Sept. 9 at Bayhealth Sussex Campus. He was 79. Carpenter, born in Milford in 1945, spent more than 30 years with Milford …
REHOBOTH BEACH, Del. (Sept. 8, 2025) — Delaware has seen a sharp rise in Alzheimer’s cases and deaths over the past two decades, a trend that continues to weigh heavily on families and the state’s healthcare system. Advocates hope events like the Southern Delaware Walk to End Alzheimer’s, scheduled for Oct. 4 in Rehoboth Beach, will help raise awareness and …
MILFORD, Del. (Sept. 7, 2025) — This week in Milford, the Food Bank of Delaware is setting the table for one of its most anticipated community gatherings: The Farmer and The Chef, scheduled for Thursday, Sept. 11, from 5:30 to 8 p.m. at its Milford Branch, 102 Delaware Veterans Blvd. The annual benefit pairs the artistry of local chefs with …
MILFORD, Del. (Sept. 4, 2025) — Milford residents will have multiple opportunities this fall to receive free breast exams and health support services as Bayhealth’s mobile health unit makes local stops as part of its “Go Pink! Grow Hope” initiative. The Bayhealth Cancer Institute is offering no-cost, no-referral, no-insurance-required breast exams to increase access to preventive care and highlight the …
