Terry Rogers

Maryland

Journalist at Milford Live

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Mark Whitfield reflects on 2024, looks ahead at 2025

Jan 14, 2025 | milfordlive.com | Terry Rogers

City Manager Mark Whitfield took time to reflect on 2024 and look ahead at 2025. Whitfield joined city government eight years ago as public works director and became city manager in 2020. He told the Milford City Council in late 2024 that he would not seek a renewal of his contract and would retire this May. Related: Whitfield to retire next May as city managerAs public works director and city manager, Whitfield says he developed a robust capital improvement plan the city is implementing.
Simon Still Shining

Jan 1, 2025 | milfordlive.com | Terry Rogers

By Kevin EickmanSome people are fixtures. In the Milford Athletic Community, Jack Simon is one of those. Starting with a love of sports and teaching, The City of Milford got lucky in 1976 when Jack Simon received a position teaching Driver Education for the high school. With it, Milford got an educator and coach with enthusiasm, heart, character and integrity. Since that time, with a few breaks in between, Simon has been the heart and soul of Milford football and other sports.
MSD board questions new report card methods

Dec 30, 2024 | milfordlive.com | Terry Rogers

Milford School District Board of Education recently heard a presentation from Supervisor of Instruction Dr. Bobbie Kilgore regarding new standards-based grading provided to parents on student growth reports. This grading system is used in elementary schools in the district as well as throughout the state of Delaware. ‚ÄúThere are many reasons we decided to use this method,‚ÄĚ Kilgore said.
Milford Planning Commission makes recommendations for marijuana retail locations

Dec 30, 2024 | milfordlive.com | Terry Rogers

Milford Planning Commission voted December 17 to recommend two different ordinances to city council related to retail marijuana retail locations. The recommendation places the decision in the hands of city council. “The first option basically excludes marijuana retail stores in the city but allows medical compassion centers, including sales, manufacturing and cultivation,” City Planner Rob Pierce said.
Code violation repeat offenders could face stiffer penalties in Milford

Dec 30, 2024 | milfordlive.com | Terry Rogers

City Planner Rob Pierce, at the request of Milford City Council, recently presented a draft ordinance for their review to address habitual repeat offenders related to code violations. Pierce and his staff created the draft ordinance using research conducted among other municipalities. “First, we would need to identify what a habitual repeat offender is,” Pierce said.
Milford employees recognized for excellence

Dec 30, 2024 | milfordlive.com | Terry Rogers

At a recent meeting, employees with the City of Milford were recognized by council after receiving the 2024 Excellence Awards. According to Human Resources Director Jamesha Williams, this program has been in place since 2018. ‚ÄúThe program allows us to recognize and promote positive behaviors by staff as we work toward the city‚Äôs mission, vision and values,‚ÄĚ Williams said.
DSP identifies Ellendale crash victim

Dec 23, 2024 | milfordlive.com | Terry Rogers

The Delaware State Police have identified 38-year-old William Malachiof New Castle, Delaware as the man who died in the single-vehicle fatal crash on Wednesday morning. The Delaware State Police Troop 7 Collision Reconstruction Unit continues to investigate this incident. Troopers are asking anyone who witnessed this crash to contact Sergeant A. Mitchell by calling (302) 703-3269.
Greenwood youth arrested for robbery

Dec 23, 2024 | milfordlive.com | Terry Rogers

The Delaware State Police have arrested a 16-year-old male from Greenwood, Delaware, for multiple felonies following a robbery in Greenwood. On December 18, 2024, at approximately 3:25 p.m., troopers responded to a report of a robbery on the 14000 block of Mile Stretch Road in Greenwood. The investigation revealed that a 16-year-old victim agreed to buy a dirt bike from an acquaintance, identified as the 16-year-old suspect.
Council to review ADU impact fees

Dec 23, 2024 | milfordlive.com | Terry Rogers

As more homeowners consider building accessory dwelling units (ADU) on their property in Milford, the city is grappling with the fees charged for the tiny cottages. Brad Dennehy spoke to council at a recent workshop about the high fees he is incurring building a cottage for his mother-in-law. “I am removing my city hat tonight and putting on my resident hat,” Dennehy said, referring to his role as director of the city’s parks and recreation department.
Resources available when holidays are not happy

Dec 23, 2024 | milfordlive.com | Terry Rogers

The holidays are a time when many families come together to celebrate with gifts, comfort foods and laughter. However, for some, the holidays may not be filled with pleasant memories. Domestic violence and suicides increase during the holidays while many are dealing with grief, loss or homelessness. On average, police interventions related to domestic violence rise by 20 percent in December compared to other months of the year.