Lewes woman wins $100,000 Powerball prize with Rehoboth Beach ticket A 74-year-old Lewes woman is celebrating a $100,000 lottery win after purchasing a Powerball ticket with the Power Play option at a Rehoboth Beach retailer. The winning ticket was sold at Super G #387 on Lighthouse Plaza Boulevard, and the prize was claimed March 17 at Delaware Lottery headquarters. The …
Delaware State University hosts Women’s Conference on leadership and sustainability Delaware State University hosted its third annual Women’s Conference on March 30, bringing together students, faculty and community leaders for a day of discussions centered on leadership, equity and sustainability. Held at the Martin Luther King Jr. Student Center, the conference, titled “Leading the Change: Women Shaping a Sustainable Future,” …
Final chance to ride Funland’s Haunted Mansion before planned renovation One of the most recognizable attractions along the Rehoboth Beach boardwalk is set for a major transformation, as Funland officials announced plans to renovate the longtime Haunted Mansion ride following the 2026 season. For more than 45 years, the Haunted Mansion has been a staple of the family-owned amusement park, …
North Pole Creamery expands in downtown Milford What began as a simple idea inspired by a quiet downtown building has grown into a steadily expanding small business in the heart of Milford. In 2010, after reconnecting with his high school sweetheart, Marcia Reed, David Pickrell discovered downtown Milford. The couple purchased a historic building at 8 South Walnut Street, where …
Milford Public Library to highlight Delaware poets during National Poetry Month The Milford Public Library will host a poetry reading later this month highlighting local literary talent as part of National Poetry Month. The event is scheduled for Thursday, April 30 at 5:30 p.m. and will feature a panel of four Delaware poets reading original works, followed by a brief …
YMCA of Delaware to host statewide Acceptance and Inclusion Tour in April The YMCA of Delaware, in partnership with Autism Delaware, will host its fifth annual Acceptance and Inclusion Tour throughout April, bringing a statewide focus on inclusion and awareness for individuals on the autism spectrum. The month-long tour will feature “Alex the Autism Delaware Bear,” who will visit YMCA …
Milford City Council March 23 Meeting The Milford City Council met March 23, with residents voicing concerns about group homes, council approving multiple infrastructure items, and two public hearings resulting in approvals. Residents raise concerns about group homes Several residents spoke during public comment about the impact of group homes and recovery housing in residential neighborhoods. Bob Starkey raised concerns …
Buccaneer Educational Foundation presents $15K to Milford 12th Man Gridiron Club The Buccaneer Educational Foundation presented a $15,000 donor-directed gift to the Milford High School 12th Man Gridiron Club during the Milford School Board’s regular meeting on March 23. The presentation took place in front of foundation advisory council members and Milford football alumni. Matt Bucher, foundation founder and president …
ChristianaCare Rehabilitation Center Earns Top Ranking in Delaware from Newsweek A rehabilitation center at Wilmington Hospital has been recognized as the top facility in Delaware for the third consecutive year, according to new rankings from Newsweek. ChristianaCare’s Center for Rehabilitation at Wilmington Hospital was named one of the nation’s Best Physical Rehabilitation Centers in 2026 and ranked No. 1 in …
Gallery 37 Prepares for Reopening with New Direction in Downtown Milford A downtown Milford art gallery is preparing to reopen with a renewed focus on fine art after a period of reflection and reconfiguration. Gallery 37, located at 8 S. Walnut St., was first opened in December 2013 by artist and owner Marcia Reed, who relocated to Delaware from western …
