by Terry Rogers Milford School District is in the process of developing summer programs for students who may need additional help. Photo by Element5 Digital. Milford School District Board of Education heard from Dr. Brian Clarke, Special Education Coordinator, about summer programming for the district. Some of the programs are designed for students with special education needs that …
MSD considers new report card format for elementary students
by Terry Rogers Milford School District elementary students may see a different style of report card next year At a recent meeting, Dr. Bridget Amory, Director of Student Learning, provided the Milford School District Board of Education with details on a new report card method the district was considering for elementary students. The new report cards would use …
City Council members sworn in
Mike Boyle was sworn in after winning the only contested race for Milford City Council. Also sworn in were Brian Baer, Archie Campbell, Andy Fulton and Katrina Wilson On Monday, May 2, members of the Milford City Council were sworn into office. Mayor Arthur “Archie” Campbell, Councilmen Andrew Fulton and Brian Baer as well as Councilwoman Katrina Wilson ran unopposed …
City of Milford Celebrates Economic Development Week with New Website
Screenshot of new Economic Development website created for the City of Milford The City of Milford marks the week of May 9 to May 13, 2022, as Economic Development Week with the launch of their new economic development website, www.growinmilford.com. The site features state and local business resources, a step-by-step guide on how to open a business in Milford, links …
Yes2Health Program Hosts Wellness Retreat
Yes2Health, a program offered through Delaware Breast Cancer Coalition, recently held a retreat Yes2Health hosted a wellness retreat on May 4, 2022, at the Ice House Wellness and Community located in Wyoming, DE. The retreat focused on healthy eating habits and exercise through walking and other low-impact activities. Participants learned about macro nutrition, creating a healthy pantry to create nutritional …
More than 90 ‘edgers’ to rappel 17 stories as part of 11th ‘Over the Edge’ fundraiser
Milford School District staff have participated in the Over the Edge event in the past Over the Edge, sponsored by Brandywine Realty Trust, New Castle County Fire Service and TD Bank, is the state’s only rappelling fundraising event of its kind. On Thursday, May 12, a sold-out field of more than 90 people from across the state will rappel 17 stories (222 feet) down the 300 Delaware Avenue …
Museum opens African American exhibit
by Terry Rogers Museum president Charles Hammond explains parts of the new African American exhibit to Rep. Charles Postles, former Sen. Gary Simpson and Sen. Dave Wilson On Saturday, April 30, Milford Museum unveiled its new African American exhibit. The new exhibit highlights the contributions African Americans have made to the growth of Milford, expanding a previous exhibit that was …
Council provided FOIA rules, considers public comment at meetings
by Terry Rogers At a recent workshop, Milford City Council heard details from Solicitor David Rutt about clarifications to Freedom of Information Act regulations related to their meetings. Earlier in the year, at the council retreat, a proposal was presented to eliminate committee meetings and simply have selected council members be liaisons to different departments. Based on research …
City approves Capital Improvement Plan through 2027
by Terry Rogers The City Capital Improvement Plan includes two new public restrooms as well as investigating the installation of public broadband in Milford Milford City Council approved a Capital Improvement Plan for FY2023 through FY2027, providing guidance for capital improvement projects over the next few years. Over several meetings, council discussed various sections of the plan, adding …
Bayhealth Welcomes New Primary Care Physician Dr. Meliseanna Gibbons
Meliseanna Gibbons, MD As central and southern Delaware’s healthcare leader, Bayhealth continues to bring more primary care providers to meet growing population needs and care for our community members. The Bayhealth Primary Care, Sussex Campus practice is pleased to welcome board-certified Internal Medicine Doctor Meliseanna Gibbons, MD. Dr. Gibbons joins Primary Care Physicians Preeti Gupta, MD; Antonio Zarraga, MD; and …