The City of Milford announced recently there has been significant progress on their 2024 Streets and Utilities Rehabilitation project, a major initiative designed to enhance the city’s infrastructure. The goal is to improve functionality, efficiency and accessibility by upgrading water mains, water services, sewer lines, ADA accessibility and repaving of streets. “To date, the city has replaced or verified over …
Although the survey focused on sports tourism throughout the state, a recent study provided insight into how much the industry contributes to Milford’s economic base as well. According to Tourism Economics who conducted the survey, Delaware sees economic benefits of $258 million from sports tourism. “There is no question that Milford benefits from sports tourism,” Greater Milford Chamber of Commerce …
At a recent workshop, Milford City Council heard from the “Marijuana Czar,” Office of the Marijuana Commission Rob Coupe, about the legalization of marijuana legislation passed by the state last year. Milford is currently considering an ordinance related to retail marijuana sales within city limits. Prior to the presentation by Coupe, several residents spoke out against allowing retail sales of …
On December 5 at Mispillion Elementary School, Milford School District Board of Education Vice-President, Matt Bucher, will provide details on the Buccaneer Educational Foundation (BEF) at 6:30 PM. The program is designed to provide information on the newly formed foundation as well as to recruit volunteers to bring forth the mission of the foundation. “For many years, even stretching back …
Black Friday is the official kick off to the holiday shopping season, but Small Business Saturday is growing in popularity as more consumers seek unique, local items for their gift giving needs. Milford will kick off Small Business Saturday on November 30 with specials at downtown businesses and the arrival of Santa around 11 AM. “This is when Milford shows …
On November 5, 2024, at approximately 7:04 p.m., the Milford Police Department responded to Brightway Commons, Milford DE, for shots fired. Officers were advised that multiple gunshots were heard in the apartment complex. Officers did locate damage to a vehicle and building on the property. No one was injured during this incident. Detectives identified three suspects involved in the incident. …
With the holidays just around the corner, those holiday favorites loaded with fat, sugar and other unhealthy ingredients will soon be plentiful. Not only that, when the weather turns cold, people tend to reach for rich, comfort foods. Patty Deer, Bayhealth’s Bariatric Program Coordinator, explains that there are ways to enjoy those holiday favorite and comfort foods in a healthy …
At a recent meeting, Milford School District Board of Education heard details on new practices being implemented for discipline from Dr. Jessica Weller, Supervisor of Climate and Safety. A full report will be provided to the board in December. “This is just a really quick update on our proactive measures, such as our Bridges Room, Positive Behavior Intervention Plans, learning …
The City of Milford and the Town of Slaughter Beach are partnering with the Dover/Kent Metropolitan Planning Organization and Delaware Department of Transportation to kick off a feasibility study for a Milford-Slaughter Beach Shared Use Path. This study will assess the feasibility and help develop a conceptual design for a shared use path that would connect Milford with Slaughter Beach. …
Second Street Players has raised the curtain on their 2025 season with a wide range of productions planned. The season opens February 7 with “One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest” by Dale Wasserman. Performances are planned for February 7 through 9 and 14 through 16. “Our next production has adventures abounding with the youth production of “Peter Pan and Wendy,” …
