Property Tax

Finance director discusses FY23 audit and billing issues

Terry RogersGovernment, Headlines

At a recent meeting, City of Milford Finance Director, Lou Vitola, provided council with an update on the FY23 audit as well as the transition between one bill payment module to another. The transition has caused some issues when customers try to pay bills in person or online. “The fiscal 23 audit. I’ve got good news there, the final adjusted …

PACE Your Life Recreation

Event to give firsthand look at PACE Your LIFE planned

Terry RogersHeadlines, Health

PACE Your LIFE will hold “Experience PACE:  A Day in the LIFE” on Thursday, September 19 from 3:30 to 5:30 PM. The event is immersive and will allow visitors to get a firsthand look at the “Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly,” PACE program. The event will take place in the Milford Wellness Village at 21 West Clarke Avenue, …

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MSD welcomes new administrators

Terry RogersEducation, Headlines

Milford School District is excited to welcome new staff members for the 2024-25 school year. In addition, they kicked off the school year by celebrating the strong community partners that help them achieve educational goals for students. This year, the district plans to build upon the professional development efforts that position them for continued success as they “Chart the Course …

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Storywalk provides reading opportunities along Riverwalk

Terry RogersAbove the fold, Culture, Education, Headlines

On Friday, September 6, as part of Downtown Milford Inc. (DMI) First Friday celebration, a ribbon cutting was held for the newly installed Storywalk along the Mispillion River. Storywalk has pages of a children’s book placed along the Riverwalk that allow families to read the book as they enjoy a walk along the river. “We are so excited to have …

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Pop Up Opera to benefit Santa House

Terry RogersCulture, Headlines

Causey Mansion will be the site of a Pop Up Opera event that will benefit the Santa House. The event is free to attend on Saturday, September 28 from 1 to 3 PM and any donations collected that day will help support Downtown Milford Inc.’s (DMI) Santa House. “OperaDelaware’s Pop-up Opera program began as a necessity during the pandemic, but …

Riverwalk Volunteers

Festival celebrates 23 years

Terry RogersAbove the fold, Culture, Headlines

Milford’s Riverwalk Freedom Festival, organized by the Chamber of Commerce for Greater Milford (CCGM) will return for the 23rd year on Saturday, September 21 with live bands, specials throughout downtown businesses, vendors and more. Downtown streets will be closed to accommodate over 100 crafters, businesses and organizations. “This is always a popular event,” Jo Schmeiser, Executive Director of CCGM, said. …

Shooting Suspects

Milford Police Investigating a Shooting

Terry RogersHeadlines, Police & Fire

On September 1 at approximately 11:11 p.m. officers with the Milford Police Department responded to the 200 block of North Street for a report of shots fired. Upon their arrival, four individuals were found with gunshot wounds and transported to an area hospital for treatment, where all are listed in stable condition at this time. Preliminary investigation revealed that two …

First Friday Hispanic Festival

Final First Friday to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month

Terry RogersCulture, Headlines

Downtown Milford Inc. (DMI) has announced that the final First Friday for this year will celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month. The event is planned for October 4 from 5 to 9 PM in downtown Milford. “We wanted to do something to recognize the large Hispanic community we have here in Milford and since October is Hispanic Heritage Month, what better way …

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KSI receives CARF accreditation for 42nd year

Terry RogersBusiness, Headlines

Kent-Sussex Industries (KSI) announced this week that they have received Commission on Accreditation Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) accreditation for the next three years. KSI has received this accreditation since 1982. “CARF surveyors spent two days at KSI reviewing KSI practices, programs and procedures, talking with staff and interacting with the community about KSI’s quality services,” Alicia Hollis, Director of Community Relations, …

Route 113 Accident 2

Collision Causes Rt 113 To Close For Several Hours

Terry RogersHeadlines, Police & Fire

On August 27 at approximately 2:37 p.m., Milford Police Department was dispatched to a motor vehicle collision with injuries at the intersection of Mastens Circle and N. DuPont Blvd (US Route 113) Southbound. When units arrived on scene, they observed a large dump truck carrying asphalt millings rolled over on top of a Kia Telleride SUV. Investigation revealed that the …