The American Diabetes Association recently announced the launch of the redesigned Diabetes Food Hub. The updated platform still has the favorite features users have expected, but now they are even easier to use. The site provides assistance with meal planning, tracking dietary goals, or searching for diabetes-friendly recipes. The enhanced site makes the process better than ever. “It’s important to …
Council approves purchase of 2024 police vehicles
At a recent meeting, Milford Chief of Police, Cecelia Ashe, requested $227,231 to purchase four new police vehicles from Hertrich. The purchase of the vehicles were approved in the FY25 budget. “So during the budget hearings, I presented a request for $295,000 to replace these vehicles. We currently have an opportunity to purchase 2024 Durangos and one Chevy Tahoe,” Chief …
MSD reminds parents of cell phone policy
Milford School District recently posted their cell phone policy on social media in an effort to remind parents of the procedures regarding cell phone use by students. According to the district, this is not a new policy but one that will be more strictly enforced during this school year. “During the school day, cell phones should be off and away,” …
StudioYou opens under new ownership
Initially opened in Penny Square by Marissa King, StudioYou recently underwent an ownership change and several new services will now be offered in the studio. Annie Tenpas, owner of the studio, recently held a ribbon cutting to introduce her staff to Milford. “We have added fitness to the lineup of services offered by StudioYou through Elevate Sports Performance and Personal …
“UFO over Milton” identified
John Chirtea at 86-and-a-half, became the oldest person in the world to complete certification on the BlackFly, a light aircraft that takes off vertically and flies similar to a drone. Chirtea and his daughter, Heather, co-own the aircraft which has often been reported on social media as a UFO flying over Milton. Heather is the first woman to complete certification …
Palace to hold benefit for Junior Wilson
Local musician Junior Wilson has been a well-known figure in Milford for decades. The owner of JrWilsonMusic, Wilson has been entertaining fans throughout the East Coast, getting his start with steel guitar which he played in church with his friend Lonnie Watson starting in 1955. On January 30, Wilson was carrying two guitars he had been working on up the …
Food Bank celebrates graduating class
The Food Bank of Delaware celebrated 17 students of their Culinary Arts and L.O.G.I.C. programs on August 22 at the Milford campus. Graduates completed a 14 week couse learning logistics, warehousing, operations, inventory control along with culinary arts. “From day one, these students have demonstrated their dedication to be successful in this program. Typically, when classes start, I hear from …
7 Back-to-School Safety Tips Every Parent Should Know
Joey Melvin, Director of Center for Safe Schools As we prepare for another school year, ensuring children’s safety and well-being is a top priority. Whether your child is heading to kindergarten or high school, here are some essential safety tips for parents to remember as the school gates swing open again. 1. Open Communication: Encourage your child to share with you …
Long planned developments break ground in Lincoln
In 2005, Joseph Warnell, owner of land on Clendaniel Pond in Lincoln as well as land on the corner of Cubbage Pond and Johnson Road, obtained approval for Cypress Creek Estates, a residential development. In 2021, Sussex County Planning Director Jamie Whitehouse submitted a request to Sussex County Planning and Zoning to review the request as substantial progress had not …
Uptick in Tick Bites Calls for Prevention
No one wants to get bit by a tick. The uptick in tick presence on Delmarva should not stop you from enjoying our beautiful state this summer. With over 700 reported Lyme disease cases in Delaware last year, we hope to help you and your family stay safer this summer. Ticks carry bacteria, viruses, and parasites to steer clear of. …









