When a woman hears that she has breast cancer, the world appears to stop. These words bring many emotions, from sadness to fear. The weeks following a breast cancer diagnosis can be frightening as doctors talk about surgeries, chemotherapy and radiation. Even with early detection and the knowledge that finding the cancer early offers the best chance for survival, women …
A recent opinion released by the Delaware Attorney General Kathy Jennings found that the Town of Ellendale’s council violated several sections of the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA). A FOIA complaint was filed by former Councilwoman Tamara Skis who resigned her seat in March. “The petition submits two allegations for consideration,” the opinion read. “The January 30, 2023, Planning and …
Young people who are between the ages of 16 and 24 who meet certain criteria may be eligible for the Career Team program. The program is funded by The Workforce Innovation Opportunity Act (WOIA), a federal fund that also supports other youth employment initiatives and is managed by the Department of Labor. Their Kent County Office is in the State …
PACE Your Life, an organization that provides comprehensive community-based services to seniors at the Milford Wellness Village, plans to hold an Spring Open House on Wednesday, April 19 from 4 to 6 PM. The event will include tours and light refreshments. “Since we opened, we have served people who are 55 or older who live in the service area,” Lisa …
BY DAVE MCCALLUM The 2022 Pop Warner cheer and football seasons were something to write home about for the more than 100 Milford youngsters who participated in the program, which featured three football and three cheer squads. It included a bid to Nationals for one of the cheerleading squads, while a football team earned a bid to regionals for the …
Tom Watson, author of “Stick Dog” and “Stick Cat,” recently visited Mispilliion and Lulu Ross Elementary schools. The author talked to students and drew with them during his visit. In addition, he had lunch with 15 students who participated in “I Love to Read” month. “We were so excited to have Mr. Watson in our schools,” Trish Gerken, Public Information …
The U.S. Postal Service recognizes Americans’ love for tulips with the release of the Tulip Blossoms Forever stamps. A dedication ceremony for the stamps was held today at the Wooden Shoe Tulip Festival in Woodburn, OR. “A gift of tulips can convey an array of meanings — love, friendship, gratitude and congratulations — just as these tulip-themed stamps make a …
The Milford Public Library recently released information on programs they will offer to the public during the month of April. The programs range from information about computers and smartphones to information about history in Milford. “We will be celebrating National Library Week from April 23 through April 29 with several events,” Carolyn Tabor, Program Coordinator, said. “That week will have …
The First Presbyterian Church of Milford will present Chief Cecilia “Cece” Ashe who was recently hired as the new chief of police for the Milford Police Department. Chief Ashe will talk about her vision for the department and explain some of the processes in place to keep the town safe. The program is available both in person and via Zoom …
On May 9, 2023, Milford School District residents will go to the polls to vote for open seats on school board. Currently, only one seat, representing the district At-Large, has more than one candidate. A seat in District A, vacated when current President Jason Miller did not file for reelection, currently has only one candidate, Victor “Butch” Elzey. Dinae Woodside …
