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New principals announced for Milford School District

Terry RogersEducation, Headlines

            New faces will sit at the helm of several schools in Milford School District for the 2024-25 school year, the district announced recently. Milford Central Academy and Evelyn I. Morris Early Childhood Center have new principals, Milford High School has a new assistant principal, and the district has announced who will serve as principal …

The Annie E. Casey Foundation ranked Delaware 45th in education in its most recent report.

National child wellbeing report puts Delaware 45th in education

Jarek RutzHeadlines, Education

A report from a national nonprofit focused on the wellbeing of America’s children confirms what most Delawareans have learned over the past couple of years: education in the First State is far from first.  The Annie E. Casey Foundation’s 54-page report lists Delaware 45th in education – or sixth worst in the entire country.  But, it highlights a lot of …

This year's statewide Torch Run begins Wednesday and leads into a grand ceremony on Friday afternoon. (Photos from the Special Olympics Delaware)

Torch Run unifies Special Olympics, law enforcement, community 

Jarek RutzHeadlines, Culture, Police & Fire

The spirit of the Summer Olympics is here in Delaware, so get the torches lit, the legs stretched and hit the streets and sidewalks to unite with neighbors in a statewide effort to support law enforcement and people with special needs. The 38th Annual Statewide Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics kicks off Wednesday and runs through Friday.  Organized …

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Popular Music in the Park returns the end of June

Terry RogersCulture, Headlines

One of the most popular events held in during the summer months in downtown Milford is Music in the Park, an outdoor concert sponsored by the Milford Public Library every Wednesday evening. The concerts begin June 26 and run through the end of July. “This is such a great event,” Carolyn Tabor, Program Coordinator of the Milford Library said. “People …

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MHS Graduation 2024 – Photo Gallery II

bshupeEducation, Headlines

Welcome to the Milford High School Class of 2024 Graduation Ceremony Photo Gallery! This special collection captures the joy, pride, and unforgettable moments of our graduates as they celebrate this significant milestone. From the processional march to the heartfelt speeches, and the triumphant tossing of caps, each photo tells a story of dedication, achievement, and the exciting journey ahead. Join …

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MHS Graduation 2024 – Photo Gallery I

bshupeAbove the fold, Education, Headlines

Welcome to the Milford High School Class of 2024 Graduation Ceremony Photo Gallery! This special collection captures the joy, pride, and unforgettable moments of our graduates as they celebrate this significant milestone. From the processional march to the heartfelt speeches, and the triumphant tossing of caps, each photo tells a story of dedication, achievement, and the exciting journey ahead. Join …

The plethora of outdoor summer concerts in Delaware begin in June. (Photo from Delaware State Parks)

165 free outdoor concerts to jam out this summer in Delaware

Jarek RutzHeadlines, Culture

It’s that time of year again – dust off the lawn chairs, shake out the blankets and get ready to jam out on summer nights in Delaware. The annual outdoor concert series is back at multiple locations throughout the state, and all shows are free to attend for families planning night-outs on a budget.  The largest summer concert series is …

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Packed house for Milford Memorial Day program

Terry RogersCulture, Headlines

The Gerald W. Thompson Center for Performing Arts at Milford High School was filled almost to capacity for the return of the Milford Memorial Day program. The event was not held last year but was brought back to life by several community members who knew its importance. Emcee for the event was retired Milford Police Captain Ed Huey. “I was …

There's events all throughout the weekend to recognize the Memorial Day holiday and also enjoy the extra day off. (Photo by Justin Casey/Unsplash)

Memorial Day guide 2024 for Delawareans

Jarek RutzHeadlines, Culture

The unofficial start of summer is around the corner, which means plenty of beach travel, lots of outdoor events and – most importantly – ways to honor American heroes whose legacy is what  Memorial Day is about.  Throughout the First State, there’s a plethora of family-fun festivities and ceremonies being held to pay respect to the nation’s fallen soldiers.  Weather …

Stephanie Sherman, 2025 Delaware Charter Schools Teacher of the Year, and her family.

Meet Stephanie Sherman, ‘25 charter teacher of year

Jarek RutzHeadlines, Education

The 2025 Teacher of the Year for Delaware charter schools says the love she has for the subject she teaches sparks the energy she brings to the classroom every day.  “If it wasn’t fun for me, I would find a different job,” said Stephanie Sherman, a science teacher at Sussex Academy. “I always tell them, it’s not always going to …