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Old Firehall to undergo renovations, becoming apartments

The former Carlisle Fire Company building located at 11 North Church Avenue in Milford will gain new life after Milford
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Local Photographer’s Image Chosen to be Part of Iconic Rock and Roll Photo Exhibit.

“It is an amazing feeling to see my art occupy the same space as the 3 weeks ago
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Dolce under new ownership

Mark Dissinger is no stranger to Dolce. As a volunteer for Second Street Players for 1 month ago

Downtown streetscape plans presented to council

At a recent meeting, Milford City Council viewed a presentation by Rick Kane of KCI Technologies regarding potential streetscape improvements
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Sunmed opens in Milford Commons

Sunmed Your CBD Store recently opened in Milford Commons Shopping Center, located at 963 North Dupont Boulevard. The store offers
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Michael’s announces new Milford store

Rachel Peterson, Head of Corporate and Product Communications for Michael’s announced on Thursday that they will be bringing a new
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422 Day celebrated at Mispillion River Brewing

With April 22 falling on a Saturday, Mispillion River Brewing knew they had to do something to celebrate the town
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Increase in cost for Ladybug Festival questioned by council

At a recent council meeting, Downtown Milford, Inc. (DMI) requested $55,000 from Milford City Council to cover the cost of
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Career Team offers services for out-of-school youth

Young people who are between the ages of 16 and 24 who meet certain criteria may be eligible for the
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Duplex approved on Franklin Street

Milford City Council recently approved a request from Bay to Beach Builders to construct a duplex on the north side
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Council approves Southern States request for comp plan change

A recent zoning change that will also change the comprehensive plan was approved by Milford City Council at a recent
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Milford Mini Storage requests approved by council

At a recent meeting, several zoning and comprehensive plan requests were approved for Milford Mini Storage. One property was transferred
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Downtown laundromat moves closer to completion

In September 2021, Jaasiel LLC received approval from Milford City Council to convert the former Rite Aid building in downtown
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Client Corner: Hx Innovations

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Client Corner: My Sister’s Fault

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EDGE Grant Competition Reopens To Benefit Small Businesses

The Division of Small Business will be accepting EDGE grant applications between now and March 3 months ago
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Delaware Office of Women’s Advancement and Advocacy Releases Report on Delaware Women in Construction Trades

WILMINGTON, Del —The Office of Women’s Advancement & Advocacy, a Division of the Delaware Department 4 months ago
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Division of Small Business Awards EDGE Grants to 10 Delaware Companies

DOVER, Del. – The Delaware Division of Small Business recognized 10 small businesses Wednesday as winners 4 months ago

Red-e-Bins offers unique spin on dumpster options

Anyone who has ever needed to use a dumpster knows how large they can be and, if you live in
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fondue. opens in Penny Square

The much anticipated fondue., a new restaurant located in Penny Square in downtown Milford opened Thursday, March 23 to outstanding
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KSI Receives Generous Grant from Helen D. Groome Beatty Trust

KSI announced that it has received a generous $20,000 grant from the Helen D. Groome Beatty Trust to support its
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Milford Conversation to feature Workforce Development Initiative

The next Milford Conversation, an informal group of Milford residents and business leaders, will be Thursday, April 6, 2023 at
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City extends services to Colony South and West

Milford City Council agreed to extend city services to Colony South and West despite the fact that the property had
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Main Street Home Loans opens in Milford

The Chamber of Commerce for Greater Milford, friends and family recently celebrated a Ribbon Cutting and Grand Opening Celebration with
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Pub Crawl returns to downtown Milford

The popular Downtown Milford Inc. event, the annual St. Patrick’s Day Pub Crawl, this year known as “Toasting the Town”
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EDGE Grant Competition Reopens To Benefit Small Businesses

The Division of Small Business will be accepting EDGE grant applications between now and March 31 from promising early-stage businesses
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Arby’s final site plan approved by Planning and Zoning

At a recent Planning and Zoning meeting, the commission approved a final site plan for Arby’s. The fast food restaurant
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Shock Vinyl opens in Penny Square

Businesses in the newly renovated Penny Square expanded recently with the opening of Shock Vinyl, a record store specializing in
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Zoning request for Rookery property approved

Milford City Council voted seven to one to approve a request from Oak Forest Park LLC to change less than
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Penny Square new home of photography studio

John Mollura, who has made a name for himself with his empowering and creative photographs loved his studio in a
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Black History Month Spotlight:  Bennie Smith Funeral Home

Bennie Smith was born on July 18, 1948, the youngest of six children. Growing up on a farm in Faceville,
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Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with a Concert in Milford

The annual Milford Irish Music and Dance Concert sponsored by the Irish Rose Gift Shop and Downtown Milford, Inc returns
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UD alumna jumped into ‘Shark Tank;’ swam away with deal

University of Delaware graduate Joelle Flynn peddled her lipstick-size toothbrush on ABC’s “Shark Tank,” cutting a $250,000 deal with one
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ALDI’s opens in Milford

Friday morning, ALDI’s opened their new location in Milford in the former Sav-A-Lot building. The line to enter the store
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2nd Friday to feature the history of LD Caulk Company

The February 2nd Friday program, held at the First Presbyterian Church, will feature the history of the LD Caulk Company
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Affordable housing focus of recent CCGM luncheon

It is difficult to develop a strong workforce without housing to support those who are employed at local businesses. Currently,
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Jersey Mike’s to open Milford location

Jersey Mike’s, famous for their authentic Northeast-style sub sandwiches, has officially announced they will open a restaurant in the Milford
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Masten Circle warehouse project approved

City Council approved a request to construct a flex-style storage and office building on East Masten Circle. The request also
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Growmark zoning change approved

Milford City Council recently approved a request from Growmark FS to rezone a portion of land located on the south
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Parker Group opens in Pikus Building

Dustin Parker and his wife, Rachel, initially planned to open a real estate and mortgage broker business in the Josephine
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DMI offers business funding options

As a Main Street accredited organization, Downtown Milford Inc.’s mission is to help create a vital downtown area. This goal
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Rookery property sold, will remain golf course

According to Tim Johnson of Johnson Companies in Smyrna, the former Rookery North will remain an 18-hole golf course after
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Surf Bagel opens in Milford

After a soft opening on Thursday, Surf Bagel officially opened their new Milford location on Friday, December 16. The parking
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ALDI announces opening date

Construction continues on the new ALDI which will be located in the Milford Plaza next to Planet Fitness. The company
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Beach Babies Childcare to hold ribbon cutting for new Milford location

On Tuesday, December 20, Beach Babies Childcare will hold an open house and ribbon cutting at their new Milford location.
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Harbor Freight looking forward to Milford store opening

In September 2022, Harbor Freight announced that it planned to open a new location in the former Peebles building, located
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Christmas Market opens on Northeast Front Street

The outside of Fur Baby Pet Resort has been transformed into a beautiful Christmas Market with Christmas trees and other
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New conditional use approved for Keir Building

The former Josephine Keir LTD building which has also been known as the Derrickson Building at 27 South Walnut Street
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Council approves self-storage facility

Milford City Council recently approved a conditional use for a self-storage business, operated by First State Self Storage, on South
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Studio You to open in Penney Square

One of the things Marissa King realized that Milford needed was a spa designed to pamper both men and women
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Holiday Stroll planned for December 3

Enjoy an old-fashioned Christmas in charming Milford, DE at the annual Holiday Stroll & Christmas Market on Saturday, December 3
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Benvenuto to hold 15th Annual Toy Drive

What began as a way for Poncho and Lisa Johnson to teach their son, Colby, that Christmas was not just
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The Village and Venue to open in former Keir building

The building at 27 South Walnut Street has a rich history, housing everything from Derrickson’s Clothing Store to, most recently,
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Junebug’s to open in Penney Square

After working retail throughout high school and college at several different clothing boutiques before going to work at her family’s
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KSI receives donation from Lord Baltimore Lions Club

Kent-Sussex Industries (KSI) announced recently that they had received a generous donation from the Lord Baltimore Lions Club in Ocean
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Volunteers needed for Milford Winter Festivities

Downtown Milford, Inc. (DMI) invites you to participate in Milford’s 2022 Winter Festivities. Milford’s Winter Festivities begin with the arrival
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DMI invites everyone to Shop Small on Saturday, November 26th, 2022

Shop Small Saturdays begins November 26th, 2022 at 9am and continues through the Holiday season. This year, Shop Small Saturday
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Red Cedar Farms development approved

At a recent meeting, Milford City Council approved a preliminary major subdivision plan for Red Cedar Farms which will be
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New restaurant to open in Penney Square early 2023

When it comes to the restaurant industry, Zack and Marissa King already have a winning track record with EasySpeak, located
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Knight’s Crossing final subdivision request approved

Milford City Council approved a final subdivision plan for Knight’s Crossing, a development which will be located on Beaver Dam
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Buccaneer Car Wash upgrades approved

Milford City Council approved a request from Buccaneer Car Wash to redevelop their location at 916 North Dupont Highway. According
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WIIN hopes to grow eco-tourism in the area

The Waterways Infrastructure and Investment Network (WIIN) is completing its final report on their Nature Based Investment Strategy, hoping to
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Milford’s hidden housing crisis

At recent city council meetings, there has been significant discussion about homelessness and panhandling in areas of the city. Council
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USPS announces shipping deadlines and package rules for upcoming holiday season

The holidays bring many things, from gifts to family gatherings to decorating and other festivities. For 2022, they also bring
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Benvenuto chef to appear on Hell’s Kitchen

Fox has announced the lineup of chefs who will appear on the upcoming season of Hell’s Kitchen. The show features
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BrightBloom Center opens in Milford

BrightBloom Center recently celebrated a ribbon cutting with the Chamber of Commerce for Greater Milford. The center provides Applied Behavior
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Harbor Freight coming to Milford

Milford Plaza will soon be home to Harbor Freight when the tool giant opens a new store in the former
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Economic Development update provided to council

Sara Bluhm, Economic Development and Community Engagement Administrator for the City of Milford provided City Council with an update on
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Fundraiser planned at local business for young child

Declan is only four years old but is facing an adult battle after his diagnosis of aplastic and Fanconi anemia.
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Stone and Sage coming to former Lifecycle location

Cat Perfetti always dreamed of operating a retail store that would offer metaphysical supplies and, when she saw that the
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Feebs to offer outside seating

After Milford City Council approved a conditional use permit for Feebs Distilling recently, the tasting room, located at 733 McColley
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Southern Delaware’s newest U-Pick offers unique experience

Yolanda Messick grew up farming, she explained that she helped pay her way through college with strawberries sold at her
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Milford Corporate Center plans reviewed by council

At a recent meeting, Milford City Council reviewed plans for the new Milford Corporate Center which will be constructed on
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Teen builds baking business from scratch

At just 16 years old, Vincent “Vinnie” DiNatale is already making a name for himself in the baking industry. The
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Downtown Milford will go to the dogs on Thursday

Third Thursday will have downtown Milford “going to the dogs” as Downtown Milford Inc. celebrates the “Dog Days of Summer.”
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Superheroes abound in downtown Milford for Third Thursday

Downtown Milford was filled with superheroes on the most recent Third Thursday. The event, held every month on the third
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WIIN to work with Arnett Muldrow on river plan

The Waterways Infrastructure and Investment Network (WIIN) a coalition created between Slaughter Beach and the City of Milford to establish
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Comcast provides broadband, service details to council

At a recent workshop, Chris Comer, Director of Government and Regulatory Affairs for the Comcast Beltway Region, provided Milford City
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Gilbert’s Tires, Wheels and Auto Accessories under new management

The Chamber of Commerce for Greater Milford, Mayor Archie Campbell, several members, friends and family recently celebrated a Ribbon Cutting
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New DMI director leading the charge for historic preservation

At a recent Milford Conversation, Janne Collins, who recently accepted the position as Executive Director of Downtown Milford, inc., explained
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Former teacher to start new career as brewery events coordinator

After 25 years in education, Dr. Kevin DiCostanzo, a history teacher at Milford High School, has decided to leave the
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Milford Microtel celebrates one year anniversary

The Chamber of Commerce for Greater Milford, the City of Milford, several members, friends and family recently celebrated a one
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New history, eco-tour will focus on Mispillion River’s importance

  A new six-hour Sussex County history and eco tour will give guests a look at the Dupont Nature Center,
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New History Eco-Tours Now Being Offered in Milford, Delaware

Local tour company, Delmarva Discovery Tours, has teamed up with the Dupont Nature Center, the Milford Museum, Abbott’s Mill Nature
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Council approves change to former flower shop location

Milford City Council approved a request from Clark Service Group to change the former Milford Florist location on North Walnut
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Downtown Milford reveals county divider marker

Downtown Milford Inc. in partnership with the City of Milford and WSFS revealed two new plaques located on the Walnut
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First Third Thursday event a success

Downtown Milford Inc.’s first Third Thursday event of the year was a success with many people wandering around Walnut Street,
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Milford artist details two years living in Italy in new book

by Terry Rogers     Rosemary Connelly’s new book details the two years she and her late husband, Bob, spent
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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
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Award winning local photographer offering luxury portrait experience

by Terry Rogers     John Mollura now offers luxury portrait experiences that include wall art John Mollura, an award-winning
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City of Milford Awarded Site Readiness Funds

The Fry Farm The City of Milford recently received approval for their Site Readiness Fund application from the State of
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ALDI coming to Milford

by Terry Rogers     ALDI’s is coming to Milford Plaza ALDI has announced that they are coming to the
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WIIN Coalition helping develop eco-tourism opportunities

by Terry Rogers     Eco-tourism could become common on the Mispillion thanks to the WIIN project Danielle Swallow with
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Council approves expansion of Teal Creek Plaza

by Terry Rogers     City Council approved a request to allow the expansion of Teal Creek Plaza Milford City
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Surf Bagel to open Milford location

by Terry Rogers     Surf Bagel plans to open its third location in Milford Surf Bagel plans to open
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Lawsuit filed over bridge repairs

by Terry Rogers     DelDOT’s proposal not to repair the Mispillion drawbridge has led to the filing of a
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Kiss My Axe plans early April opening

by Terry Rogers     Kiss My Axe plans to open in early April What began as a backyard activity
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Milford Wellness Village to host job fair

The Milford Wellness Village Conference Center will be the site of a campus-wide job fair Milford Wellness Village is seeking
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Milford group discusses tourism options

by Terry Rogers     Ecotourism may bring visitors to Milford. Photo courtesy of DNREC. Bonnie Hall, Chairman of the
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Mountaire employees petition to decertify Teamsters union

Mountaire employees will vote to decertify their Teamsters Union.   A big old chicken processing plant in Selbyville is crowing
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Council approves restaurant and retail on Route 1

by Terry Rogers     Buffalo Wild Wings and a retail store will be constructed between Grotto’s and Microtel After
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Norman Barbershop moves to North Walnut Street

by Terry Rogers Interior of Norman’s Deluxe Barbershop and Shave Parlor, including chairs that are original to the location Earlier
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Avian flu found in poultry farm after increased bird deaths there

A poultry farm where bird flu was found will have to kill the rest of its flock to try to
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Passwaters opens permanent makeup studio

by Terry Rogers     Ericka Passwaters recently opened a permanent makeup studio over Mispillion Art Gallery Beauty has always
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Peachy Keen Salon open for business

by Terry Rogers     The stylists at Peachy Keen Salon are ready to provide all your beauty needs Open
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Downtown Milford, Inc. Announces New Executive Director

Released by Downtown Milford Inc.     Janne Collins has been named the new Executive Director for Downtown Milford Inc.
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Bluhm explains economic development process in Milford

by Terry Rogers     Sara Bluhm provided information about the economic development process in the city Sara Bluhm, the
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Bayhealth employees face Feb. 28 vaccine deadline

Bayhealth’s Sussex County campus   About one-tenth of Bayhealth Medical Center’s 4,100 employees have asked for an medical or religious
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Surf and Turf to open with new menu

by Terry Rogers     Surf and Turf will reopen on February 1 with a new menu In August 2021,
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M&T Bank building conditional use approved

by Terry Rogers     A conditional use was approved for the former M&T Bank building Zack King, owner of
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National fast-food location planned for former Wendy’s location

by Terry Rogers     Two nationally recognized fast food restaurants may be coming to Milford Although not ready to
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Legacy Coffee opens in Milford

by Terry Rogers     Legacy Coffee is now open in the UNITED Church location on North Dupont Highway UNITED
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USPS delays blamed on high volume, weather and COVID

by Terry Rogers Weather, COVID-19 and a high volume of mailpieces are causing mail delivery delays in Milford. Several residents
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Feebs Distilling Opens in Milford

by Terry Rogers     Eric Fibelkorn began distilling his own liquor over nine years ago after being unable to
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Former M&T Bank under new ownership

by Terry Rogers   Marissa and Zack King, owners of EasySpeak and Penney Square, announced the purchase of the former
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Seven Fishes Feast planned at Mama Maria’s

by Terry Rogers     Mama Maria’s will celebrate Christmas Eve with their Seven Fishes Dinner, an Italian tradition For
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Mama Maria’s to giveaway gift bags to thank the community

On December 23, Mama Maria’s will giveaway 1500 pannetone similar to this as a thank you to the community by
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Small Business Saturday successful in Milford

Shoppers line up for treats and beverages at Dolce on Small Business Saturday For the past decade, on the Saturday
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Atlantic Self Storage lot lines corrected

City Council approved a lot line error for Atlantic Self Storage by Terry Rogers   At a recent council meeting,
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Benvenuto to Hold MPD Toy Drive

Bring a wrapped and tagged toy valued at $25 or a $25 Walmart gift card to Benvenuto this weekend and
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Gallery 37 Presents Collage Show by 8 Women Artists

Gallery 37 will host an opening for their show “Collage by 8 Women” by Terry Rogers Gallery 37 in Milford,
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Governor Carney visits veteran-owned Milford businesses

Cindy Collins, an Air Force veteran and owner of Euphoric Herbal Apothecary, talks to State Representative Bryan Shupe and Governor
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Natural gas prices likely to cause higher heating bills this winter

Natural gas prices are expected to cause higher heating bills this winter. (Doris Morgan at Unsplash) With overnight temperatures dipping
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MHS Senior opens Next Level Nutrition

Next Level Nutrition is now open and offering healthy shakes, coffees and lifted teas. Austin Adams will not graduate from
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Delmarva Acupuncture opens in Milford

Ashley Adams opened Delmarva Acupuncture in order to help others the way the ancient medical practice helped her. Ashley Adams
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Bayside Gymnastics to open in Riverwalk Plaza

Jennifer McEntire is excited to bring Bayside Gymnastics to Milford Bayside Gymnastics, a recreational gymnastics studio, hopes to open in
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Eye Specialists of Delaware to open in Milford

Artist rendering of the new location for Eye Specialists of Delaware in Milford The former Happy Harry’s location on Dupont
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John Chartrand Joins the Del-One Team

CAO Dan McCarthy, CLO John Chartrand, President/CEO Ron Baron, CFO Kellie Rychwalski and CIO Marc Kidwell Del-One Federal Credit Union
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Former Rite Aid location to offer retail, apartments

The former Rite Aid building will be transformed into a mixed-use project with ten apartments, a laundromat and two commercial
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East Gate Farms offers fall decorating tips

East Gate Farms offers many options for fall decorating As the weather begins to cool, thoughts turn to decorating the
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Kiss My Axe brings stress relief to events

Emily Volkomer tries her hand at axe throwing in the Kiss My Axe trailer Scott Harris explained that Kiss My
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State to invest $110 million in expanding broadband ‘the last mile’

Sussex County legislators gather to look at broadband maps. Clockwise from top, Sen. Brian Pettyjohn, Rep. Jesse Vanderwende, Rep. Ruth
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Meet Mark and the Kelly Family

Thomas, Mark and Susan Kelly credit KSI’s Life Enrichment Program for Mark’s current success Mark Kelly had a lot of
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Penney Square conditional use request approved

Penney Square will now offer commercial space on the first floor and five luxury apartments on the upper floors Zach
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Laundromat planned for Milford Harrington Highway

This plot of land will soon be the location of Wash It, a state-of-the-art laundromat Milford City Council approved a
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Congresswoman visits downtown Milford

Congresswoman Lisa Blunt Rochester stands with DMI President, Yanelle Powell, and owner of Gallery 37, Marcia Reed On August 18,
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Founder’s Folio: Bias and influence in American news media

Courtesy of the New York Public LIbrary   We are faced with the difficult challenge of finding truth and the
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Landlords express frustration at continuing eviction moratorium

Landlords are frustrated at the extension of the eviction moratorium, claiming they are owed thousands in back rent with no
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Arby’s submits plans to DelDOT for new Milford location

DelDOT and Arby’s are working to create an intersection plan that may bring an Arby’s location back to Milford A
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Nemours is 3rd health system to require employees be vaccinated

Nemours Children’s Health System, which operates A.I. duPont Hospital for Children in Wilmington, has become the third healthcare network in
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Wawa asks customers to mask up when entering stores

This Milford Wawa sign asks all customers to wear mask inside the store. Photo by Bryan Shupe   Wawa has
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Milford businesses deal with staffing shortages

Businesses in all industries are struggling to find employees for vacant positions Over the past few months, businesses of all
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Prepare for fall planting with East Gate Farms

East Gate Farms suggests planting in the fall to help plants thrive Although many people view spring as the time
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County Bank announces retirement, new executive team

Chairman and CEO David E. Gillan stated, “Today with mixed emotions and sincere gratitude we announce the retirement of Joseph
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Walmart bag policy changes

Customers in Walmart may soon have to ask for plastic bags due to changes in the single-use plastic bag ban
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Christiana Care, Bayhealth, Blue Cross join to offer Medicare product

Two Delaware hospital systems and an insurance company plan to offer a Medicare Advantage insurance plan. Photo by Roger Brown/Pexels
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Sign approval could bring Aldi’s, Marshall’s to Milford Plaza

City Council approved a sign request that may allow Aldi and Marshall’s to open stores in Milford Plaza Milford City
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North Pole Creamery to sponsor Drum Circle event

Build and play a drum created from ice cream tubs at the Drum Circle event at North Pole Creamery North
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Governor Carney visits Milford to celebrate DEWins!

Governor Carney and Eric Williams, owner of Mispillion Brewing as they celebrate the DEWins! program Governor John Carney visited the
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Milford Wellness Village conference rooms available

Milford Wellness Village Conference Room is available to rent When Milford Wellness Village took over the former Milford Memorial Hospital
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Surf and Turf opens in Milford

Surf and Turf Steakhouse in Milford is now open to the public with a full menu The long-anticipated Surf and
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Another sign of normalcy: Milford’s 3rd Thursday events return

Crowds welcomed 3rd Thursday back after its COVID-19 hiatus.   Downtown Milford sprang back to life in a big way
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Avery Properties to renovate historic building

The former Josephine Keir location in downtown Milford will soon house four retail spaces and three luxury apartments On May
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East Gate Farm opens for second season

East Gate Farm and Nursery opens for second season The Condurso family decided to put up a little farmstand on
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The Nest rebuilds after devastating fire

Hillary Brock, owner of The Nest Spa & Skincare Boutique, is grateful for the support of her customers and the
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La Hacienda opens downtown Milford location

Just before Cinco de Mayo, La Hacienda opened its doors in its new location in Milford, taking over the spot
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The Brick and Counting House to close in August

Recently, the owners of the Brick Hotel in Georgetown announced that they would be closing the doors in August as
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Fishing tournaments are roaring back across the First State

For some participants, it’s about comradery that comes with tournaments. For others, it’s about winning.
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La Vaquitas Butcher Shop opens in Milford

Guadalupe Hernandez along with her husband, Luis, owners of Bibi’s Restaurant in Milford, noticed that there were not many butcher
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MHS Job Fair connects employers with applicants

On Tuesday, May 3, Milford High School held a job fair outside the school, with about 40 employers who were
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A Better Delaware names new executive director to head political advocacy

ABD now is advocating for fully opening up Delaware so families, kids and businesses can heal
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Dollar General approved for Lincoln

Sussex County Planning and Zoning approved a request from Dollar General to build a new retail location on Johnson Road
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West Shores drainage ponds cause problems

Several homeowners in the West Shores development across from the new hospital are dealing with Certificate of Occupancy issues. The
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North Pole Creamery to open May 1

The North Pole Creamery, located in the Santa House in downtown Milford, will open on Saturday, May 1. The shop
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Fur Baby heads into second decade with new building, services and lots of happy dogs

The business has moved into a new building bought in December 2019 and expected to open four months later. The
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New Surf & Turf Restaurant ready to open

Steve Akoglu, owner of the new Surf & Turf Restaurant that will be located in the former Bob Evans building
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Vehicle drives into businesses on Causey Avenue

According to Sergeant Robert Masten of the Milford Police Department, a 75-year old woman pulled from a parking space on
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Milford Businessowner concerned about unemployment claims

Since the COVID-19 pandemic, Terri Rosetta, co-owner of Milford Diner says she has received at least a dozen unemployment claims
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Skip Faust  named number one agent in Delaware for  25th Year.

Coldwell Banker Resort Realty once again receives corporate accolades from Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC with the announcement of their
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Milford Dairy Queen undergoes facelift

As the new owners of the Milford Dairy Queen located on North Walnut Street, Chris Schatzschneider wants to put Milfordian’s
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City Council approves conditional use application

Milford City Council approved a conditional uses application that would allow for a new physical fitness building to be constructed
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Milford business owner faces closure, fines from DPH

Dana Saxon, owner of Cardsmart in Milford, received a closure notice from the Department of Public Health recently informing her
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Haunted St. Patrick’s Day event canceled in Milford

‘No good deed goes unpunished,’ wrote Mike Perfetti, owner of Delaware Branding Co.
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Well Coffeehouse opens downtown

Bridgette Knoeller, owner of The Well Coffeehouse which recently opened along the Riverwalk in downtown Milford, says she hesitates to
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CCGM focused on getting businesses back to 100 percent after pandemic

The Chamber of Commerce of Greater Milford is focused on getting businesses in Milford back up to 100 percent occupancy
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Coldwell Banker Realty recognizes top 2020 agents

By Kathy Newcomb In a virtual company-wide format, Coldwell Banker Resort Realty held its annual Awards Banquet, celebrating the many
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Milford Microtel nears completion

According to Chad Moore of Beacon Hospitality, the new Microtel on Coastal Highway near Grotto’s will begin taking reservations within
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La Vaquita Butcher Shop to open in former Pavlik’s building

The owners of Bibi’s Restaurant, Luis and Guadalupe Hernandez are busy renovating the former Pavlik’s Sub Shop on North Walnut
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Scott Rathfon named Engineer of Year

Scott Rathfon, P.E., who grew up in Georgetown and now lives in Lincoln, was recently named Delaware Engineer of the
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Fur Baby opens in new location

In the middle of Winter Storm Orlena, Fur Baby Pet Resort staff worked to move and set up inventory, pet
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Tatman’s celebrate Dolce ownership with Caring for Community

Five years ago, on January 29, Stephanie and Dean Tatman took ownership of Dolce, the popular bakery and coffee shop
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Delaware Tech’s Diesel Technology Program Trains In-Demand Workers

Delaware Technical Community College’s Automotive Technology Program recently unveiled a new academic program – a Diesel Technology Associate of Applied
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New restoration company opens in Milford

Four years ago, Tom Payton came to his friend, Josh Muncy, with an idea. At the time, Payton was working
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Nicola Pizza Preliminary Site Plan Approved

Nicola Pizza’s site plan includes a two-story restaurant, a deck and 144 parking places on its 1.86-acre lot.
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EasySpeak Owners Purchase Penney Square

The owners of EasySpeak, Zack and Marissa King, recently announced that they had purchased the Penney Square building in downtown
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Milford Movie Theatre Opens New Year’s Day

Arthur Helmick, owner of the Movies at Milford, announced on New Year’s Day that the Milford Movies 9 would open
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