Two interns with the University of Delaware, Alexander “AJ” Nash and Nate Wolhar presented information on two public bathrooms that are planned for the downtown area. The presentation was the result of several public meetings where residents and businesses were able to provide their input into the location, size and style of the public restrooms. âThe purpose of this presentation …
Hippiefest raises over $11k for Milford Museum
One of the most unique fundraisers in Milford, Hippiefest, sponsored by the Milford Museum, was a huge success on Saturday, August 20. The lawn of Causey Mansion was filled with people dressed in their best tie-dye and bell bottoms, dancing to the sounds of Lincoln City Band and Dana McDonald. âThis event began as a tribute to the 50th anniversary …
Free 12-Week Program promotes fitness and wellness
Delaware Breast Cancer Coalitionâs mission is to promote early detection, provide services to those who are diagnosed and provide information on new treatments available for breast cancer. However, they also offer programs that can benefit those who have not been diagnosed but have risk factors for developing the disease. The Yes2Health program is available to woman or man who may …
Southern Delawareâs newest U-Pick offers unique experience
Yolanda Messick grew up farming, she explained that she helped pay her way through college with strawberries sold at her family peach orchard. She and her husband, Rodney, were both raised in farm families, and they have raised their sons, Joshua and Jacob, surrounded by farm life as well. Rodney, who is a talented grain farmer, managed the grain operation …
Second Street Players to Present “Peter and the Star Catcher”
Second Street Players has announced that they will present the innovative and imaginative Tony-winning comedy with music, “Peter and the Star Catcher,” directed by John H. Hulse, on September 9, 10, 16, 17, 2022, at 7 PM; and September 11 and 18, 2022 at 2 PM at the Riverfront Theater; 2 S Walnut St; Milford, DE 19963. Tickets are $20 …
The Big Draw Festival Returns to Milford for the 4th Year
Mispillion Art League (MAL), Milfordâs community art resource, is pleased to announce it is once again hosting the internationally acclaimed The Big Draw Festival! On Saturday, October 8, from 9 am to 3 pm, gather with us to celebrate the joy of color. MAL will offer free, family-friendly art activities on Park Avenue in downtown Milford. Save the date and …
MHS welcomes new assistant principal
Shervaun Hinton will join the administrative staff of Milford High School as their new assistant principal. Hintonâs initial career was as a Rehabilitation Counselor before she moved into education. âEducation is actually my second career,â Hinton said. âPrior to education, I worked as a Rehabilitation Counselor. In doing so, I regularly visited schools providing vocational counseling to students with disabilities. …
Cross Country Traveler Compliments Milford
âWhoever is in charge of public beautification in Milford deserves a raise,â a Facebook post from Isaiah Glen Shields read on Sunday, August 7. An incredibly picturesque and lovely historic downtown complete with a river walk, brick sidewalks flowers, trees, memorials, etc. What a lovely space they have created here.â Shields was walking through Milford on a cross country trek …
Milford Corporate Center plans reviewed by council
At a recent meeting, Milford City Council reviewed plans for the new Milford Corporate Center which will be constructed on what was the Fry Farm. The city purchased the land at the corner of Milford Harrington Highway and Canterbury Road in 2021. âOver the last couple months, we have started to put some concepts behind the business,â Mike Riemann of …
Redistricting planned for Milford
Milford City Council heard from the president of Davis, Bowen & Friedel, Ring Lardner, regarding plans to redistrict the wards throughout the town. DBF assisted with the plan at the request of City Council and Mayor Archie Campbell to be sure that the city was meeting requirements under code. Lardner presented a map with new ward lines drawn and explained …