Robert Masten, who recently retired as a lieutenant with the Milford Police Department, is moving on to a new chapter in his life. Masten will now serve as an instructor in the Criminal Justice department at Delaware Technical and Community College. “I had a desire to serve in the public service sector and enjoyed the education system as well,” Masten …
MAH seeking bicycle donations
Milford Advocacy for the Homeless is currently asking for donations of bicycles to help the homeless population move toward permanent housing. According to Martha Gery, CEO of MAH, a bicycle can be a lifeline to someone who is trying to end the cycle of homelessness. “It’s more than just a bike,” Gery said. “Most of us see a bicycle as …
Ladybug Music Festival Artist Spotlight: Kerry Hallett
The Ladybug Music Festival will return to Milford on Saturday, September 30, the largest concert in the country featuring a 100 percent female-fronted lineup. The festival, which began as a downtown block party, has grown to become one of the most popular events in southern Delaware. The Milford festival is presented by Downtown Milford Inc. in partnership with Gable Music …
Milford athlete earns fifth place at Special Olympics bowling tournament
Special Olympics held their state bowling tournament on Saturday, September 9 at Brunswick Doverama, located behind the Rodney Village Shopping Center. One Milford area athlete, Danny Yonker, had a two-game score of 212 which earned him fifth place. “Months of training culminate when more than 350 Special Olympic athletes and Unified partners, who are peers without disabilities, from across the …
Community “Gets the Scoop” on MSD
One of the first community outreach events of the year took place on Thursday, September 7 as Milford School District held a “Get the Scoop” gathering at North Pole Creamery on Walnut Street in Milford. The event was planned to introduce the community to the new administrative team “We are so thankful to our community partners who came out and …
Demolition begins on Milford Middle School wings
An era ended on Friday, September 8 when cranes began demolishing what was known as the Lakeview Wing of Milford Middle School around 9:30 AM. School administrators, including Dr. Bridget Amory, Superintendent, Dr. Sara Hale, Chief Financial Officer and others were present to watch as a project that has been in the planning stages for several years took the next …
Monster Mile Walk for a Cause at Homestead Gardens & Other Ways to Support Breast Cancer Awareness this October
One of the Delaware Breast Cancer Coalition (DBCC)’s signature events, the Monster Mile Walk for a Cause, returns for the 14th year with an exciting twist – a new location and an expansion to include family fun activities, music, food, games, and more! This year, Homestead Gardens will host the event at their Smyrna store, located at 5580 Dupont Highway, …
Sole Remedy holds ribbon cutting
Angel Jarvis celebrated her business, Sole Remedy, going full time on Saturday, August 26 with a ribbon cutting. A nail care and massage sanctuary, Sole Remedy offers safe, diabetic-friendly nail services and pedicures. “We would like to gratefully thank Downtown Milford, Inc. along with all of our fellow small businesses downtown in Milford for all of their support and such …
Milford Public Library Announces New Director
The Milford Public Library Board of Trustees is pleased to announce that Ms. Lea Rosell has accepted the position of Library Director. A Milford native and current resident, Ms. Rosell spent the last thirteen years working for the Lewes Public Library. Having started as a volunteer, Ms. Rosell earned her MLIS from the University of Pittsburgh, became the Teen Services …
Special Olympics to hold bowling tournament
Special Olympics will hold a bowling tournament on Saturday, September 9 at Brunswick Doverama, located behind the Rodney Village Shopping Center. Flight times are 8:30 to 10:30 AM, 12:30 to 2:30 PM and 4:30 to 6:30 PM. “Months of training culminate when more than 350 Special Olympic athletes and Unified partners, who are peers without disabilities, from across the state …









