The oldest black-owned campground in the United States, G&R Campground was announced recently as a recipient of the Encouraging Development, Growth and Expansion (EDGE) Grant. The grant provides funds to promising early-stage businesses to level the playing field against larger, more established competitors. “Selected as one of over 100+ applicants in the small business entrepreneur competition, we pitched our business …
The motive in the double homicide of 31-year old Mercedes Ortiz and her 3-year old daughter, Aloni Truong, is documented in court paperwork. The two were allegedly killed by the father of the child, Davis Truong, who was also injured. Court documents indicate that Truong shot the two victims and himself as part of a “planned” murder-suicide that did not …
At a recent meeting, Milford City Council heard a presentation from Dover/Kent County MPO, a planning organization that partners with municipalities and DelDOT with transportation infrastructure planning. Marilyn Smith, Executive Director, of the organization provided new council members with a brief explanation of what Dover/Kent County MPO’s responsibilities were. “The MPO does transportation planning in all of Kent County. We …
Councilwoman Katrina Wilson is leading the second annual Juneteenth celebration in Bicentennial Park on Wednesday, June 19 from 11 AM until 6 PM. Councilwoman Wilson and Councilman Jason James helped spearhead the inaugural event in 2023. “Come out and join us with laughter and music and everything for the children like bounce house and the food is free,” Councilwoman Wilson …
After several delays, many due to a short-staffed finance office and technology challenges, Milford City Council approved the 2022 Audit Report submitted by Zelenkofske Axelrod (ZA). The city was found to be in good financial shape with no issues in their financial reporting. “I’d like to thank Mark and all his help as well as Lou and his team as …
During budget discussions at a recent meeting, Milford City Councilman Dan Marabello questioned a fund set aside for sidewalk repairs as he was under the impression property owners were still required to repair their sidewalks and had the option to pay over time. According to information provided by City Manager Mark Whitfield in the packet, the capital budget included funds …
At a recent meeting, Dan Bond and Sher Valenzuela requested that the city of Milford purchase the Vinyard Shipyard property for $2.6 million. Bond indicated that the task force had $1.3 million in state funding to use toward the asking price of $4 million. After providing background on the shipyard project, Bond explained how creating the Delaware Maritime Museum would …
At their regular meeting, Milford City Council approved the 2025 operating budget totaling $60,592,347 which included capital expenses approved in the Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) also adopted that evening. Before voting on the CIP, Councilman Jason James reminded those in attendance that the CIP covered wish list items over the next five years, but only those designated for 2025 were …
On Thursday, June 6, members of the Milford Police Department participated in the annual Delaware Law Enforcement for Special Olympics torch run. Milford officers began running at 9:15 AM near Milford Ponds on South DuPont Boulevard. This marks the 38th year that the torch run has been held in Delaware. The event is inspiring to many and nearly 800 law …
Mental Health of Delaware (MHA) officially opened their Jim Lafferty Annex in Milford Wellness Village on Friday, June 7 with a ribbon cutting. The new office will offer mental health and peer counseling services to those in need. It is named for James Lafferty who dedicated his life to mental health awareness. “We’re really excited to be able to open …
