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Downtown Milford will go to the dogs on Thursday

Terry RogersBusiness, Delaware Nonprofits, Headlines

Third Thursday will have downtown Milford “going to the dogs” as Downtown Milford Inc. celebrates the “Dog Days of Summer.” The entire downtown area will have vendors and displays related to four-legged family members. “Canine Assisting Service Heroes (CASH) will be here,” Miranda Collins, Events Coordinator for DMI, said. “They are a nonprofit from VVA Chapter 850 and train dogs …

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Shining Lights support the efforts of DBCC

Terry RogersCharity, Delaware Nonprofits, Headlines, Health

On August 3, the Waterfall in Claymont will be the site of this year’s Shining Light celebration in honor of those who continue to support the efforts of Delaware Breast Cancer Coalition (DBCC). This event is designed to recognize those who have made a significant contribution to the advancements toward ending breast cancer in the Greater Delaware region as well …

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Superheroes abound in downtown Milford for Third Thursday

Terry RogersBusiness, Delaware Nonprofits, Headlines

Downtown Milford was filled with superheroes on the most recent Third Thursday. The event, held every month on the third Thursday of the month, had downtown merchants open late, food trucks and live music as superheroes wandered around the streets. “This is such a great way for people to come out, meet up with friends, family and neighbors while also …

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Milford resident among others successful at USA Games  

Terry RogersCharity, Delaware Nonprofits, Headlines, Sports

  Charles Permint, a Milford resident, was one of many Team Delaware members to succeed at the 2022 National Special Olympics Summer Games on June 5. Permint placed fifth in Bocce singles, a gold medal with his partner, Nicole Baker of Newark in Bocce team doubles and a bronze medal in Bocce traditional team competitions. There were 29 athletes representing …

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June Jam prepares for 44th year

Terry RogersCharity, Delaware Nonprofits, Headlines, Life Style and Arts

On Saturday, June 11, the G&R Campground in Houston will again be the site of June Jam, a large outdoor concert that is in its 44th year. The event, which began as a charity concert, will feature well-known local bands, food trucks and vendors. “It has been a crazy week trying to get it all nailed down,” Lynn Fowler, Vice-President …

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New DMI director leading the charge for historic preservation

Terry RogersBusiness, Delaware Nonprofits, Headlines, Life Style and Arts

At a recent Milford Conversation, Janne Collins, who recently accepted the position as Executive Director of Downtown Milford, inc., explained how historic preservation has been important to her since she grew up in a river town in Indiana with a large historic area. “I am from a little town called Vincennes, Indiana. It is on the Wabash River. It is …

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Auditions Announced for SSP’s Fall Main Stage Show

Terry RogersDelaware Nonprofits, Headlines, Life Style and Arts

Second Street Players announce auditions for the innovative and imaginative Tony-winning comedy, “Peter and the Starcatcher,” on Sunday, June 19, 2022, and Wednesday, June 22, 2022, at 6:30 PM.  All auditions are at the Riverfront Theater, 2 S Walnut St, Milford, DE 19963. Director John H. Hulse has announced open auditions for Second Street Players’ 2022 production of “Peter and …

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A Call for Kindness

Terry RogersDelaware Nonprofits, Headlines

Naomi wraps up in a DBCC blanket after treatment (Photo credited to Luciana Solorio) By the end of 2021, 990 Delawareans will receive a diagnosis of breast cancer, a diagnosis that will forever change their lives. Sadly, another 160 will die of the disease. “In our small and familiar state, these are likely people you and I know,” Francesca Vogel, …

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Milford Community Pantry offers evening hours; changes daytime hours

Terry RogersLife Style and Arts, Delaware Nonprofits, Headlines

Milford Community Pantry, located at Avenue Church, is changing their daytime hours as of October 1. Evening hours will remain the same, Wednesday from 4:30 to 6 PM The Milford Community Food Pantry, housed in the Avenue United Methodist Church, recently announced that they would be changing their hours, effective October 1. Starting on that date, the pantry will be …

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Milford Advocacy for the Homeless works to help a growing homeless population

Terry RogersDelaware Nonprofits, Headlines, Life Style and Arts

Homelessness is a growing problem in Milford and the Milford Advocacy for the Homeless is working to help those who have been displaced. Martha Gery, Founder and President of the Milford Advocacy for the Homeless says the homeless problem in Milford has increased, especially over the past few months. Two months ago, her organization served around 18 breakfasts and lunches …