Milford School District staff participated in Over the Edge On Thurs., May 13, ten Milford School District staff participated in “Over the Edge,” a fund raiser for Special Olympics Delaware. The teachers were part of a group of more than 70 Delawareans who participated in the event. “Each participant is required to raise a minimum of $1,100 in order to …
Abbott’s Mill plans 40th anniversary celebration
On May 22, Abbott’s Mill Nature Center plans to thank the community for their support over the past 40 years with a celebration from 5:00 to 8:00 PM. The celebration will be held on the mill grounds, located at 15411 Abbott’s Pond Road. “This was a way we could express our appreciation to the community,” Matt Babbitt, Site Director, said. …
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.
Country star Jimmie Allen sets benefit concert Monday for slain officer’s family
‘I think it’s super important for our communities and stuff to come together,” the musician said
MPD officer’s family holds fundraiser for slain Delmar officer
A fundraiser was held for Corporal Keith Heacook, a 22-year veteran of the Delmar Police Department after he was brutally beaten by an assailant in the Yorkshire Estates community on Sunday, April 25. Randon D. Wilkerson was initially charged with attempted murder, assault and other offenses in connection with the attack, but those charges may change since Cpl. Heacock passed …
Milford Museum plans Kentucky Derby event
On May 1, Milford Museum will partner with Benvenuto for a Kentucky Derby event “Bowties and Bonnets.” Lisa and Poncho Johnson, owners of Benvenuto, have held a Kentucky Derby party for many years and this year are holding the event as a fundraiser for the museum. The event will be held from 5:30 to 9:00 PM and tickets are $100 …
Milford Rotary plans Flags for Heroes
For the past several years, the Milford Rotary has held a Flags for Heroes event, placing flags in Bicentennial Park in recognition of local heroes. Individuals and businesses are able to dedicate a flag in honor of someone they consider a hero. “Due to COVID restrictions, we were unable to place the flags in the park,” Gary Downes, Chairman of …
Milford Library holds spring scavenger hunt
Downtown Milford was filled with families searching for the answers to clues provided by the Milford Public Library on March 27. The library held a downtown scavenger hunt to encourage people to visit the downtown area “We wanted to do something with COVID that was more spread out since we couldn’t have that many in-person events at the library yet,” …
Milford School District holds “Polar Plunge” Event
On Sat., Feb. 6, Milford School District held a Polar Bear Plunge event in the parking lot of Brigg’s Stadium in partnership with Carlisle Fire Company. This year’s Special Olympics fundraising event was revamped due to the COVID-19 pandemic. In order to protect the safety of the Bears and volunteers who help put the event on each year, Special Olympics …
Freeman Arts Pavilion collaborates with Milford School District
Milford School District partnered with the Freeman Arts Pavilion to provide students with Creative Nourishment art kits. On Friday, January 29, the open-air performing venue located in Fenwick Island, delivered 4,300 kits in an effort to keep the arts alive during these trying times. “The Freeman Arts Pavilion, formerly known as the Freeman Arts Foundation, collaborated with local artist, John …