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Bibi’s holds Riverwalk Plaza Hispanic Festival

Terry RogersBusiness, Culture, Headlines

At a recent meeting, Milford City Council approved an alcohol waiver for the Riverwalk Plaza Hispanic Festival. Sponsored by Bibi’s Restaurant, the event was held Sunday, July 14 from 1 PM to 10 PM. “We are currently in talks with a lieutenant at Milford Police Department about police presence, but we are trying to sell a few beers, margaritas, maybe …

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iCan Swim Camp to host 20 swimmers

Terry RogersCulture, Headlines

Down Syndrome of Delaware will hold their first iCan Swim camp for individuals with Down Syndrome. This program is part of iCan Shine, a nonprofit organization that provides quality recreational programs for individuals with disabilities. Attendees will learn how to swim as well as other water safety skills. “We have invited 20 swimmers with Down Syndrome that are ages three …

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Delaware Small Business announces two summer webinars

Terry RogersBusiness, Government, Headlines

For businesses looking for retirement programs for their employees, Delaware EARNS is an option that can allow them to create such programs. Delaware EARNS is a retirement savings program for private-sector workers who don’t have access to a plan through their employer. The webinar is scheduled for Wednesday, July 17 from 12 Noon until 1 PM. “This is a webinar …

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MSD announces Employees of the Year

Terry RogersEducation, Headlines

Recently, Milford School District announced the 2025 Employees of the Year. These awards are given to staff who go above and beyond both inside and outside the classroom. “We love this time of year when we can celebrate staff who have demonstrated outstanding dedication, excellence and commitment to our students, schools and the community,” Trish Gerken, Public Information Officer, said. …

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Physical Turn-In Nights announced for MSD athletes

Terry RogersHeadlines, Sports

Milford School District recently announced that athletes may turn in their physicals on July 16 and August 1 from 5 to 7 PM. The physicals should be turned in to the Carey Simpson Building. “All families and athletes are encouraged to turn in physicals on those evenings,” Jed Bell, Athletic Director, said. “We would like them to be submitted before …

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Local non-profits benefit from Community Reinvestment Fund

Terry RogersCulture, Headlines

Several Milford area non-profits will benefit from the 2025 Community Investment Fund program which is included as part of the state’s annual budget. This year, seven organizations were granted over $1.7 million in funding. “We are pumped!” Lea Rosell, Director of the Milford Public Library, a recipient of over $382,000, said. “These funds are important because other than going for …

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SSP Announces Auditions for “The Sound of Music”

Terry RogersCulture, Headlines

Second Street Players is excited to announce auditions for their 2024 holiday production, “The Sound of Music.” Directors Steven Haber and Melissa Brenner will hold open auditions for this beloved musical on Monday, July 22 and Tuesday, July 23, 2024, at 6:30 p.m. at the Riverfront Theater, 2 S Walnut St, Milford. The show is performed by a large cast …

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Biggs Museum, Riverwalk Freedom Festival topics of next Milford Conversation

Terry RogersCulture, Headlines

The next Milford Conversation, an informal group of Milford residents and businesses who gather monthly to discuss various topics about the city, will meet on Thursday, July 11 at 8:30 AM at Milford First Presbyterian Church. The topic for this month will be events happening in the area.” “The headliner for July’s meeting will be the Bigg’s Museum,” John Huntzinger, …