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State programs like EDGE help women-owned businesses grow

WILMINGTON — When Ashlee Cooper was offered the opportunity to return to the teaching job she lost during the pandemic,


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Peter Osborne posted at 2 months ago

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Downtown Milford Inc. admin named interim director

Sara LeBright is already on a roll as interim director of Downtown Milford, Inc. “She has hit the ground running


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Katie Kazimir posted at 2 months ago

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10 Delaware companies win state EDGE grants

Ten Delaware companies have received state grants ranging from $32,000 to $100,000 to expand and improve their services or products.


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Betsy Price posted at 2 months ago

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Workforce development luncheon held in Milford

All business owners are trying to help the employees they grow, and to attract new workers, in order to expand


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Terry Rogers posted at 3 months ago

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Main Street America members visit local area as part of Thriving Communities

For two days in January, the Town of Slaughter Beach along with the City of Milford hosted visitors from Main


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Terry Rogers posted at 3 months ago

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Physical therapy, movement helps seniors thrive in retirement

Keep it moving — that’s the top tip for longevity from local experts to Delaware’s aging population. “As we get


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Katie Kazimir posted at 3 months ago

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Ribbon cutting planned for Stewart’s Gourmet Candies & Snow Cones

What began as a hobby after she purchased a food drying machine officially becomes a brick and mortar store on


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Terry Rogers posted at 3 months ago

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Parker Group celebrates first anniversary

The Parker Group opened their third location in Milford, taking over the first floor of what is known as the


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Terry Rogers posted at 3 months ago

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EDGE grant recipients open new print shop in Milford

In spring 2023, Brianna Westover and her husband, Ben Kepler, learned that they were recipients of an Encouraging Development, Growth


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Terry Rogers posted at 3 months ago

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600 Delawareans owed back wages; Here’s how to see if you are

Nearly 600 Delaware workers are owed approximately $398,000 in back wages recovered by the U.S. Department of Labor’s Wage and Hour


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Betsy Price posted at 3 months ago

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EDGE Grant workshop planned for January 31

The Economic Vitality Committee for Downtown Milford Inc. (DMI) has arranged for a workshop that will provide details on the


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Terry Rogers posted at 3 months ago

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Cured Plate plans February opening

Liz Klingensmith has been creating beautiful charcuterie boards for some time, looking at the process as an art form. Besides


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Terry Rogers posted at 3 months ago

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Marvel Agency closes after 75 years

In what he says is a very bittersweet decision, Randy Marvel explained that, after 75 years, it was time to…

Terry Rogers posted at 3 months ago

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Conditional use approved for Southern States Milford

City Council approved a conditional use request for a new building they plan to construct across from their current location.…

Terry Rogers posted at 4 months ago

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Shawn Collins takes over State Farm office

When he learned that Mark Schanne was considering retiring after almost 40 years in business, Shawn Collins came to him…

Terry Rogers posted at 4 months ago

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Holistic healing center opens on Walnut Street

When she opened Stone and Sage in the former Lifecycle building, Cat Perfetti explained that she always dreamed of a…

Terry Rogers posted at 4 months ago

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Photographer expands to new studio

Deanna Michele calls herself the “small town girl who dreams big.” She began her artistic career attending culinary school but…

Terry Rogers posted at 4 months ago

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US Wind offers 5 Delaware beach towns $2 million each

A national offshore wind energy development company is making its case to Delaware’s coastal towns. US Wind, Inc. recently presented…

Jarek Rutz posted at 4 months ago

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Jammin’ January kicks off in downtown Milford

With the holiday season behind us, Downtown Milford, Inc. (DMI) hopes to keep the excitement going downtown with a brand…

Terry Rogers posted at 4 months ago

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Ribbon cutting held for new Life Enrichment Program Center at KSI

On Tuesday, December 12, Kent Sussex Industries (KSI) held a ribbon cutting for their newly renovated Life Enrichment Center. This…

Terry Rogers posted at 4 months ago

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Chasanov takes over at the helm of KSI

Heath Chasanov, who retired as superintendent of Woodbridge School District recently, began working as the new CEO of Kent Sussex…

Terry Rogers posted at 4 months ago

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Community comes out in force to learn more about new golf course

Hundreds lined up outside the new Pro Shop on the Southern Delaware Golf Course, the former Shawnee Country Club and…

Terry Rogers posted at 5 months ago

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Felton farm to offer state’s first cut-it-yourself flowers next year

It’s not visions of sugarplums dancing in the heads of Chris and Ashley Sylvester right now. It’s visions of the…

Betsy Price posted at 5 months ago

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DMI seeking businesses to participate in new events

After one of the most well-attended Holiday Strolls in Downtown Milford Inc.’s history, the organization wants to keep the excitement…

Terry Rogers posted at 5 months ago

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    Troopers Arrest Man for Aggravated Menacing with Knife in Bear

    Delaware State Police arrested 43-year-old Yonghua Xu of Bear, Delaware, for aggravated menacing with a knife Wednesday morning in Bear. On
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    At a recent meeting, Milford City Council agreed to a Request for Proposal from Zelenkofske Axelrod (ZA) accounting services. This
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    Milford Ward 1 and 2 candidates respond to questions

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    State Police Asking for Public’s Help Locating Suspect Vehicles in Fatal Pedestrian Hit-and-Run Crash

    The Delaware State Police continues to investigate the fatal pedestrian hit-and-run crash that occurred on Harbeson Road last week. Troopers
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