Senate moves to address school funding study with commission

Jarek RutzEducation, Headlines

After a couple of briefings on the landmark December 2023 report on school funding that says Delaware should invest up to $1 billion more into it, the state legislature is moving to take action. Tuesday, the Senate passed Senate Concurrent Resolution 201, sponsored by Sen. Laura Sturgeon, D-Hockessin and chair of the Senate Education Committee, which ​​establishes the Public Education …

Trans athletes should compete based on birth gender, bill says 

Jarek RutzHeadlines, Sports

A controversial topic that has swept the nation – transgender athletes – will show up in the Delaware General Assembly Wednesday.  Dubbed the “Fairness in Girls’ Sports Act,” Senate Bill 191 is on the agenda of the Senate Education Committee and if approved would force a trans student athlete to compete only with others who share their biological gender. Sponsored …

Grier home named Garden of the Month

Terry RogersCulture, Headlines, Milford Headline Story

When you first arrive at the Milford Garden Club’s Garden of the Month for June, a beautifully patterned brick walkway greets you. As you stroll down the walkway toward the two-story house, eye catching garden areas unfold. To the far right is a whimsical bench surrounded by pink vincas and ornamental iron birdhouses. The main garden lies ahead and features …

Milton trauma center receives Main Street grant

Terry RogersHeadlines, Health, Milford Headline Story

Main Street America in partnership with American Express recently announced that Trauma Specialists of Delaware in Milton were recipients of a $10,000 grant through the Backing Small Business program. Later this year, the company will have an opportunity to apply for an additional $30,000 enhancement grant that will be awarded to 25 small businesses. “We are truly thrilled to provide …

Down Syndrome Association of Delaware seeking paid lifeguard and 15 volunteers for iCan Swim Camp

Terry RogersCulture, Headlines, Milford Headline Story, Sports

The Down Syndrome Association of Delaware (DSADE) is seeking a paid lifeguard and 15 volunteers to assist with this year’s iCan Swim camp, sponsored by DSADE. iCan Swim is a program of iCan Shine, a nonprofit organization that provides quality recreational programs for individuals with disabilities. The camp focuses on teaching individuals with Down syndrome and other disabilities to learn …

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Carlisle Fire Company and city MOU updated

Terry RogersHeadlines, Milford Headline Story, Police & Fire

After Milford City Council approved a tax refund up to $1,000 for members of Carlisle Fire Company who owned and resided in property within city limits in 2023, the city and the fire company were required to update the Memorandum of Understanding between the two parties. “Last year when City Council created a residency incentive for those firefighters who own …

Mayor appoints council to committees, expands Board of Adjustments

Terry RogersGovernment, Headlines, Milford Headline Story

At a recent meeting, Mayor Todd Culotta appointed the final council members to various subcommittees. At his first meeting in the seat, Mayor Culotta made appointments but since no one had been appointed to the seat he vacated when he became mayor, some of the positions were left open. Now that Councilwoman Nadia Zychal occupies that seat, Mayor Culotta filled …

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Legislator: Mental health programs hurt Delaware classrooms

Jarek RutzEducation, Headlines

A member of the state task force that’s trying to improve student behavior and school environments in schools said that tiered mental health programs are killing Delaware  classroom productivity.  “They don’t need all the fancy stuff,” said Sen. Eric Buckson, R-Dover, said. “They don’t need the interventions. They don’t need the couches, they don’t need the specialists. They just need …

MSD announces hub stops for Summer Credit Recovery Program

Terry RogersEducation, Headlines, Milford Headline Story

Students attending the Credit Recovery Program at Milford Central Academy and Milford Senior High School may utilize school transportation to get to and from classes. Milford School District recently announced where hub stops will be located for students to get on and off school buses this summer. The northwest bus route will stop at the DelDOT bus stop at Premier …

MilfordLIVE Weekly Review – June 25, 2024

Sonja FreyMilford-live, Weekly Review

This Week’s Top Stories Include: Milford delays vote on controversial/sensitive issues policy Milford sees business growth New principals announced for Milford School District Summer meal program helps address food insecurity MSD offers summer athletic conditioning Community parade loses matriarch Click on the image below to view the PDF