According to Delaware Public Media, the vast majority of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds—money meant to help people struggling from job losses, income reductions, and family tragedies—was instead spent on one-time infrastructure projects for state buildings. $1 BILLION in federal funds 75% of it went to government buildings and their partners for building improvements. Here’s some highlights: $72 million …
Creating Transparency in Our Local Elections Political Action Committees (PACs) are often used as a way for individuals and organizations to donate large sums of money to candidates while hiding their true interests and donors. In the last election cycle, across Sussex County, we saw a group called Preserve Sussex. From the name, you’d think they stand for responsible growth …
At the Pilgrim Hall Museum in Plymouth, Massachusetts, one can find The First Thanksgiving at Plymouth painting from 1914 by Jeanne Augusta Brunscombe. This oil-on-canvas artwork depicts the first Thanksgiving in 1621, capturing a modernized, idealized portrayal of English settlers and Native Americans celebrating their first harvest together, symbolizing friendship and gratitude. Within the museum, visitors can also explore artifacts …
For over 20 years, one party across Delaware’s executive, judicial, and legislative branch have produced the single mindset of expanding government in our state. By increasing the dependency on government, and in doing so taking the place of and limiting the impact of non-government entities in our communities, we have seen a decline in the very principles that have created …
YAPPY 13th Birthday Fur Baby Pet Resort! We are bursting with pride and couldn’t wait to share this incredible day with all of you! Today, we hosted an unforgettable tour and birthday celebration at Fur Baby Pet Resort, and it was an absolute success! Our entire team worked tirelessly to make this event a truly memorable experience. Their teamwork, dedication, …
There has been much debate on HB 350 after the Delaware State of Representatives passed a bill that authorizes a State-appointed board to review budgets and take money from our local hospitals. For the moment, let us put aside that Delaware’s legislature passed a budget last year despite the fact that it called for a 10% increase in spending when …
Thank you to our local community for supporting our new business Farmacy Market in Downtown Milford. Our family is so honored to be a resource for local growers and farmers to reach local families. Thank you Downtown Milford, Inc. for your support! Local, Small Business Owner: Milford LIVE News – started the company in 2010 Delaware LIVE News – started …
Thank you to all of the individuals that help bring Toniebox USA to all 33 Delaware Libraries last year. Below is an email I received from a parent this week. “I saw you helped bring the tonieboxes to the libraries and I just want to say thanks. We checked one out this week and my 3 and 5-year-olds had so …
This bill will put a stop to taxpayers supplementing developer responsibilities In addition to residents in our district, homeowners and renters across the state of Delaware have been left with unfinished roads after they purchase or rent a home in a development. The cause is DELDOT’s inside roads bond codes only require developers to commit 10-15% of the paving cost, …
We have been working hard over the last several months to revive the Milford Delaware Annual Memorial Day Ceremony, set for Monday, May 27. Please visit our page to support the effort and stay informed! Below are some updates about this year’s events: 1. The focus will be on our fallen heroes. In honoring their sacrifice, we have removed unnecessary …
