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District 36 (Milford) statehouse race grows contentious over developer donations

Jose Castaneda PerezGovernment, Headlines

This story originally ran on Spotlight Delaware. Spotlight Delaware is a community-powered, collaborative, nonprofit newsroom covering the First State. Why Should Delaware Care? The House District 36 seat race could be pivotal in this year’s general election, and it has quickly become one of the most heated in Delaware. That contention comes partly from the support of developers who have …

Challenger Patrick Smith on Wednesday asked for a recount of the vote against incumbent Bryan Shupe in the Republican primary for District 36 in the Delaware House. (Pexels photo by Edmond Dantes)

Challenger asks for recount in House District 36 GOP primary

Ken MammarellaHeadlines

Challenger Patrick Smith on Wednesday asked for a recount of the vote against incumbent Bryan Shupe in the Republican primary for District 36 in the Delaware House. The key issue: one more absentee vote recorded Wednesday for Shupe and the state’s arithmetic on calling for an automatic recount. Smith said in a statement that he filed a petition Wednesday with …

Kori Lewandowski, owner of The Crafty Reader in Milford, is a “mood reader,” selecting what strikes her fancy. Lately that includes romance, fantasy and historical fiction. Courtesy of Kori Lewandowski

New store in Milford combines books and crafts

Ken MammarellaHeadlines, Business

Kori Lewandowski loves books. She also loves crafts. And whenever family members and friends asked what she wanted to do with her life, if cost were no object, “it’s always been to open a bookstore.” And so she finally is. The Crafty Reader is scheduled to open Aug. 30 at 39 N. Walnut St. in Milford. She plans to be …

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MHS Graduation 2024 – Photo Gallery II

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Welcome to the Milford High School Class of 2024 Graduation Ceremony Photo Gallery! This special collection captures the joy, pride, and unforgettable moments of our graduates as they celebrate this significant milestone. From the processional march to the heartfelt speeches, and the triumphant tossing of caps, each photo tells a story of dedication, achievement, and the exciting journey ahead. Join …

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MHS Graduation 2024 – Photo Gallery I

bshupeAbove the fold, Education, Headlines

Welcome to the Milford High School Class of 2024 Graduation Ceremony Photo Gallery! This special collection captures the joy, pride, and unforgettable moments of our graduates as they celebrate this significant milestone. From the processional march to the heartfelt speeches, and the triumphant tossing of caps, each photo tells a story of dedication, achievement, and the exciting journey ahead. Join …

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Milford electric rates to rise 2.4% in June

Ken MammarellaGovernment, Headlines

Starting in June, electric bills for the average residential and small business accounts in Milford are going up 2.4%, the city has announced. Commercial accounts in Milford can expect an increase ranging from about 2.3 to 3.0%, depending on demand, load factor, seasonality and time of use. “The power cost increase is entirely due to market-driven capacity cost increases that …

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Meet Bobby Pancake, celebrating High 5 Hospitality’s 20 years

Pam GeorgeCulture, Headlines

Bobby Pancake has heard it all. The CEO of Newark-based High 5 Hospitality is accustomed to people commenting on his last name, especially since High 5 operates Eggspectation, a Christiana-area restaurant famous for breakfast and brunch. How does he handle it? “I deal with it the same way Kevin Bacon deals with it,” he said. “So, I’m Bobby Pancake, and he’s Kevin Bacon. …

Milford Middle School (MMS) will open for the 2025-2026 school year.

New Milford school gets its name: Milford Middle School

Jarek RutzHeadlines, Education

After a few months of consideration with plenty of public input, the Milford School District Board of Education finalized a name Monday night for its new middle school.  The new Milford middle school, a key component of Milford School District’s strategic plan to accommodate rapid enrollment growth, will be called “Milford Middle School.” Opening in fall 2025, the building had …

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Milford Council limits comments on eminent domain case

Katie KazimirGovernment, Headlines

Larry Passwaters chided the Milford City Council Monday night over its decision to declare eminent domain over 8 acres of property owned by a chicken-raising widow so it could create a park. “If this was a Hallmark movie, you’d be the bad guys,” Larry Passwaters scolded council members. His comment was met with cries of support from the crowd of …

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Bikers, walkers examine planned Milford bike, pedestrian paths

Katie KazimirCulture, Headlines

Bikers found things they didn’t like about proposed Milford biking and pedestrian paths, and walkers found things they liked. Sue Lindale, an avid biker who rides dozens of miles a day, liked the overall plan. “But there are some parts that aren’t practical for road cycling,” she said. “Some of the plan restricts the roads and narrows them, which means …