MilfordLive Oct 5

Milford LIVE Weekly Review – October 5, 2021

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This Week’s Top Stories Include:

Headlines

Milford begins ADA Transition program
James, Sivels named MHS Homecoming King and Queen

Culture

Second annual Walking Ghost Tour planned
Big Draw makes changes due to ongoing pandemic
Delaware First Lady, Food Bank mark 1 millionth free Door Dash delivery
Jewish Family Services prepares to help 30 Afghan refugees settle in Delaware

Business

Milford graduate works to empower youth
Former Rite Aid location to offer retail, apartments

Government & Politics

NOTICE OF SOLICITATION OF CANDIDATES
Sussex County provides information on property reassessment
Blessing Frisco lands comprehensive plan designation changed
Patriots for Delaware says it found proof of election fraud

Education

Remembering Jerry Thompson
State to require teachers to be vaccinated or tested; DSEA for vaccination

Health

Polaris holds open house for Phase II
Delaware COVID cases, hospitalizations level off in last week
New Primary Care Physician Dr. Ben Aguilar Joins Bayhealth

Sports

Bucs Hold Off Red Lion for Homecoming Victory
Soccer and Cross-Country Finding Form

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