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Milford group discusses tourism options

Terry RogersBusiness, Headlines

by Terry Rogers     Ecotourism may bring visitors to Milford. Photo courtesy of DNREC. Bonnie Hall, Chairman of the Board of Directors for Southern Delaware Tourism (SDT) recently spoke at a gathering of organization leaders and business owners about tourism in the area. After providing a background of what SDT’s goals and missions are, Hall provided some details on …

Milford Public Library to Present “Murder by the Book”

Terry RogersHeadlines

by Terry Rogers     Milford Library has several events planned for March Milford Public Library will present a live production of “Murder by the Book” on Saturday, March 26 at 2 PM. The production will include performers that have appeared on stages with the Second Street Players and the Possum Point Players as well as other venues. “What happens …

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Milford FFA Chapter Wins at Delaware FFA State Convention!

Terry RogersEducation, Headlines

Milford FFA members showing off their plaques and certificates for all of their achievements they won at the state convention The Milford FFA Chapter brought 23 students to participate in the 92nd Delaware FFA State Convention that was held at Delaware State Fairgrounds on March 8th-9th, 2022. Milford FFA students competed against over 700 other FFA members from all across …

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 Second Street Players of Milford announces auditions for Children’s Stage Show

Terry RogersCulture

  Second Street Players is seeking auditions for their children’s production Second Street Players is excited to announce auditions for our upcoming Children’s Stage show:  Sally Cotter and the Quest We Follow. Director Michael Forrest and Co-Director Guy Crawford along with Asst. Director Deana Forrest are looking for (7-8) males and (12-13) females between the ages of 10-85 for the …

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Community garden is entering its fifth season

Terry RogersCulture, Headlines, Health

Milford Community Gardens is entering its fifth year next to the former Milford Armory Each year, the Milford Community Gardens has become increasingly popular. From the impacts of inflation, shortages on fertilizers, and supply chain issues, MCG expects to be very busy this growing season. While it has always been the vision to be a place of retreat and sanctuary, …

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Irish Music and Dance Concert planned for Milford

Terry RogersCulture, Headlines

by Terry Rogers     Seven Rings will be featured at the upcoming Irish Music and Dance Concert along with the McAleer School of Irish Dance (Photo courtesy of Seven Rings) Eugenia Sparks enjoys bringing her heritage to Milford and opened the only Irish shop in Delaware, Irish Rose, in 2013. She and her late husband, Tom, participated at Irish …

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Milford Museum expands Black History exhibit

Terry RogersCulture, Headlines

by Terry Rogers     Milford Museum recently updated its Black History exhibit and needs additional contributions The Milford Museum recently expanded its Black History exhibit, a permanent display that highlights the many contributions of African Americans to the city. Although not complete, the exhibit will include sections on the history of black churches, education of blacks in the town …

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Bail Bond Office denied approval

Terry RogersGovernment & Politics, Headlines

by Terry Rogers     A bail bond office request was denied at this address by City Council At a recent City Council meeting, Shelly Maloney was denied a request to use a portion of her home as a bail bond office. The request met resistance from several residents who lived in the area despite Maloney’s assurances that her clients …

Council approves restaurant and retail on Route 1

Terry RogersBusiness, Headlines

by Terry Rogers     Buffalo Wild Wings and a retail store will be constructed between Grotto’s and Microtel After City Council approved a request from William Allen Property Management LLC at a recent meeting, Buffalo Wild Wings will be coming to Milford. The company applied for and received a conditional use for land along the east side of Silicato …

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Milford First Baptist Church parking lot expansion approved

Terry RogersGovernment & Politics, Headlines, Religion

by Terry Rogers     Milford First Baptist Church received approval to expand their parking lot (Photo courtesy of Facebook) Milford City Council recently approved a request from the Milford First Baptist Church, located at 6062 Old Shawnee Road, to expand their parking lot. The expansion would provide the church with 87 additional spaces. “The sidewalk will require the construction …