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Council approves Vision Zero program

Terry RogersGovernment & Politics, Headlines

Milford City Council recently approved a resolution that would include the city in a national Vision Zero program. The main goal of the program is to focus on safety, especially for pedestrians and cyclists, on roadways. The resolution established a goal of January 1, 2030 to meet zero injuries and deaths in the city. “The main aspects of the Vision …

June 2023 Garden of the Month

Schurman home chosen as Garden of the Month for June

Terry RogersCulture, Headlines

As all gardeners know, the weather really affects all of our plants and much to our dismay their beauty can be short lived.  When the Beautification Committee of the Milford Garden Club chose our Garden of the Month for June, it was at its peak and very pretty.  Both Danny and Harriet Schurman take pride in their beautiful yard at …

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Aquatic therapy offers many benefits

Terry RogersHeadlines, Health

Dealing with pain makes life extremely difficult, whether it is pain from an injury years ago or a recent surgery. In some cases, mobility is an issue due to lack of weight-bearing ability or balance problems. Aquacare Physical Therapy, located in the Milford Wellness Village, offers a solution to these problems with their aquatic and gym-based physical therapy program. “One …

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Updates to First State Self Storage plan approved

Terry RogersBusiness

A third update to First State Self Storage’s project located near Walgreens on Dupont Highway, just south of the railroad tracks near Silver Lake was approved by City Council at a recent meeting. A preliminary conditional use site plan was approved in November 2022 with a 90,000 square-foot self-storage project that included one two-story building and several smaller buildings on …

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Warehouse incubator space approved in business park

Terry RogersBusiness, Headlines

Milford City Council recently approved a warehouse flex project that will be located in the business park off of Airport Road. The buildings are designed as incubator spaces for new business with as many as 16 office and warehouse spaces. “This is a two acre lot on the nose of Vickers Drive and Mullett Run. We oriented the site kind …

Trash and Solid Waste

Solid Waste Costs to rise by $1.00 per month

Terry RogersGovernment, Headlines

Milford City Council approved an increase in residential solid waste fees by $1.00 per month starting July 1, 2023. The cost for solid waste service in the City of Milford will increase to $31.50 from $30.50. The increase is to cover higher costs in the department. Prior to the monthly increase, council approved a year end budget adjustment transfer into …

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Council approves Downtown Streetscape plan

Terry RogersGovernment & Politics, Headlines

Milford City Council voted to approve a Downtown Streetscape plan that was presented at the June 12 meeting. The request was tabled so council could hear more public comment about changes proposed to South Walnut Street, Denney Row, Park Place and Southwest Second Street. The plan was approved as designed except for a suggestion that Southwest Second Street be returned …

PACE Your Life Recreation

PACE Your Life celebrates one year anniversary

Terry RogersHeadlines, Health

The Central Delaware Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony for PACE Your Life on Wednesday, June 21st at 11 AM. The event was held at 21 West Clarke Avenue, Suite 1010 in Milford. Chamber members and friends joined the PACE Your Life team to celebrate their one-year anniversary. “We are very proud of our growth over the last …

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Dolce opens 10th Street location

Terry RogersBusiness, Headlines

Before the COVID-19 pandemic, then-owners of Dolce, Dean and Stephanie Tatman announced they would open a second location in the 10th Street Medical Complex. When the pandemic began, the project was placed on hold. “When the Silicato’s wanted to build this, I guess from what I understand, Dr. Hammer and Dr. Barnes were going to be the first tenants. And …

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Music in the Park returns for summer

Terry RogersCulture, Headlines

The Milford Public Library is proud to announce the return of their popular Music in the Park series for 2023. The series kicks off in the Library Amphitheater on June 28 at 7 PM with the Milford Community Band Smooth Sound Big Band. “The Smooth Sound Big Band performs big band era music that includes classic rock and jazz,” Carolyn …