When he learned that Mark Schanne was considering retiring after almost 40 years in business, Shawn Collins came to him and asked what the possibility would be to take over the office. Schanne provided Collins with the steps he would need to take and, on Monday, December 8, Collins held a ribbon cutting, officially announcing he would be taking over …
With the rush of the holiday season over, thoughts now turn to the next daunting task for many people – preparing to file income taxes for the past year. Although the tax deadline is still several months away, by starting to prepare now, you may find it less painful when it is time to send off your payment or submit …
The Milford Public Library has a busy January planned with several events offered that can help you get organized, learn a new skill or educate yourself. The month began with Painting with CAT on January 6 from 10 AM to 1 PM. Those who attended were able to paint a beautiful snow scene to decorate their home or give as …
When she opened Stone and Sage in the former Lifecycle building, Cat Perfetti explained that she always dreamed of a store that would offer metaphysical supplies. Opening in late 2022, Stone and Sage began offering crystals, tarot cards, loose teas, oils and spell kits. As part of the new venture, Perfetti, who owns Delaware Branding with her husband, Mike, felt …
The City of Milford will host a Marshall Street Bike Path Striping Project Open House on Tuesday, January 23, 2024 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Public Works Facility, 180 Vickers Drive, Milford, DE. Representatives from the City will be available during the two-hour period to answer questions regarding the project. The purpose of the project is to …
With the holiday season behind us, Downtown Milford, Inc. (DMI) hopes to keep the excitement going downtown with a brand new event, Jammin’ January. For the month of January, downtown merchants will offer specials, whether it be fun entertainment, crafts or specialty items. “It seemed like this holiday season was extra special downtown,” Janne Collins, Executive Director of DMI said. …
At a recent workshop, Milford City Council discussed starting the process to update the city charter. According to City Solicitor David Rutt, the process takes some time and would likely not be completed until 2025. “I don’t think that we’re going to do that, but Mr. Rutt, please let us know before we get run down the road somewhere,” Councilman …
City Finance Manager Lou Vitola provided council with an update on the FY22 Audit. There has been a delay in completing the audit due to staffing issues in the finance department. “Really the report primarily demonstrates that at the core financials are in that final state. We’re working on the last state and materials for the audit. We can talk …
At a recent finance committee meeting, Milford Police Chief Cecilia Ashe requested four additional dispatchers and one crime analyst be added to the department. This request came after Chief Ashe conducted a staffing needs assessment soon after she was hired. Two of the dispatchers would be hired immediately with the remaining two added to the FY25 budget. “Upon a preliminary …
So many traditions circle around the start of the new year, from making resolutions to shooting fireworks, even the date that marks the start of the new year. Some of these traditions have carried over for centuries while others are fairly new. One tradition, kissing at midnight, began as a way to ensure that you have romance throughout the year. …
