The Milford Museum American History Series continues with a presentation to celebrate the upcoming birthday of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Presented by Rev. Dr. John G. Moore, Sr., this event will take place on Saturday, January 13, 1:00 p.m. at the Milford Public Library. This program will focus on Dr. King’s life from his youth in Georgia, his years as …
Saturday, December 23, TJ Webb, a former Senior Corporal with Milford Police Department, signed copies of his new book “Just One More” at Mispillion River Brewing in Milford. Webb, who was shot while serving a federal warrant in Rehoboth, has written the book to describe how that fateful night changed his life forever and to encourage others to fight through …
On Friday, December 22, just before he had to head back to the North Pole to prepare for his midnight ride around the world, Santa stopped at Genesis Healthcare in Milford to deliver handmade cards to residents in the facility. The cards were created by students at Mispillion, Lulu M. Ross and Benjamin Banneker Elementary Schools. Cards were also made …
There is significant evidence that early detection is the best tool in fighting breast cancer, as cancers caught early are more likely to be localized. Unfortunately, breast cancer statistics indicate that there is a higher incidence of death among women of color, especially black women, who are diagnosed with breast cancer. “Delaware ranks number one in black women diagnosed with …
If you’re hitting the road for Christmas, you’re not alone. Nearly a third of the state’s population is expected to travel 50 miles or more by car for the year-end holidays. Here’s what to know about Christmas in the First State a week away from the holiday: Travel The 330,000 Delawareans traveling is an increase of 2.6% over last year, …
Have you ever wondered why roasted chestnuts, cookies, eggnog and other foods are popular during the holiday season? Many of these traditional foods are the highlight of the holidays for some with most only available between Thanksgiving and New Year’s Day. Much of the reason for that is how the tradition began in the first place. Roasted poultry is often …
On Thursday, December 14, the Wreaths Across America convoy, consisting of approximately 15 tractor trailers carrying wreaths to be placed on the graves of veterans, traveled through Milford. The convoy began in Maine and ended its tour in Arlington National Cemetery. The day began with a ceremony in Middletown before the convoy traveled past Dover Air Force Base, through Milford …
On Tuesday, December 12, Kent Sussex Industries (KSI) held a ribbon cutting for their newly renovated Life Enrichment Center. This is the first step toward total transformation of the KSI Skill Development Center on Rehoboth Boulevard. “We have been in this facility for nearly 40 years now. And for those of us who’ve been here a long time like me, …
Although the weather has gotten colder and many people are no longer thinking about gardening, the Milford Garden Club has kept busy throughout the past few weeks. The club decorated Parson Thorne Mansion for the holidays and created a beautiful tree for the Milford Library Extravaganza of Trees while also continuing their tradition of a poinsettia tree at the Milford …
The Milford Lions Club Service Foundation will again be accepting applications from non-profit 501 (c) 3 organizations for grants from the Eunice S. Reed Fund to benefit the Greater Milford Community. Applications will be accepted during January 2024 and must be postmarked not-later-than 5:00 PM on January 31, 2024. Grant checks will be awarded by late May 2024. The Milford Lions Club …
