by Terry Rogers Bayhealth is now requiring all employees to get the COVID-19 vaccine under new federal regulations As many hospitals began requiring all staff to be vaccinated for COVID-19, Bayhealth was one of the few healthcare systems who allowed their staff to either be vaccinated or submit to weekly tests under the recommended CDC guidelines. With a …
Milford home to two female distillery owners
Marissa King is one of two women who own distilleries in Milford. Two of the six Delaware distillery licenses are held in the Milford area, and both are owned by women, EasySpeak and Feebs Distilling. “Before getting into distilling, I was in sales,” Stacey Fibelkorn, part-owner of Feebs Distilling, said. “Until recently, I was still working in sales, selling …
DBCC hosts 24th Annual Breast Cancer Update
by Terry Rogers DBCC will hold their 24th Annual Breast Cancer Update on February 23 in a virtual format Delaware Breast Cancer Coalition (DBCC) will hold their 24th Annual Breast Cancer Update “BREAKING THE CODE: Advances in Vaccines and Treatments for Breast Cancer” in a virtual setting on Wednesday, February 23 from 7:30 AM until 1:00 PM. The conference …
Milford couple skip 50th anniversary party for ride down memory lane
Sudler and Joan Lofland, owners of the Vineyard Shipyard and prominent members of the Milford community will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary on Dec. 28 with a trip down memory lane. Joan said the couple decided they did not want a big celebration party to commemorate the event. “Sudler’s mother died around Christmas last year,” Joan said. “We …
Live a healthier lifestyle with Yes2Health
DBCC’s Yes2Health program can help you live a healthier lifestyle by Terry Rogers Yes2Health, a free community health outreach program offered by Delaware Breast Cancer Coalition, is designed to promote healthier lifestyles through education. The weekly program is for 12 weeks and available virtually. “These weekly education programs include lessons and discussions about nutrition, fitness, health and wellness to …
Benvenuto to Hold MPD Toy Drive
Bring a wrapped and tagged toy valued at $25 or a $25 Walmart gift card to Benvenuto this weekend and get a $25 gift card in return by Terry Rogers For 15 years, Poncho and Lisa Johnson, owners of Benvenuto Restaurant, have held a toy drive in partnership with Milford Police Department. The event began when their son, Colby, …
A Call for Kindness
Naomi wraps up in a DBCC blanket after treatment (Photo credited to Luciana Solorio) By the end of 2021, 990 Delawareans will receive a diagnosis of breast cancer, a diagnosis that will forever change their lives. Sadly, another 160 will die of the disease. “In our small and familiar state, these are likely people you and I know,” Francesca Vogel, …
Former Governor Minner passes away
Ruth Ann Minner. Photo courtesy of Delaware Public Archives. Former Governor Ruth Ann Minner, who served two terms as Delaware’s only female governor, died on Thursday, November 4. Minner overcame significant obstacles before being sworn in as governor and she was known for her toughness and strength. “She was a leader who had a real common touch,” Governor John Carney, …
Postal Service’s Operation Santa is now accepting letters
Photo courtesy of United States Postal Service. The Postal Service is now accepting letters for its USPS Operation Santa program. Letters must be postmarked by Dec. 10, and will be uploaded to USPSOperationSanta.com through Dec. 15 for potential adoption. The nondenominational program is intended to help as many deserving families as possible experience a happy holiday season. Since the program …
Delaware Goes Pink for October
Bear Trap Dunes Pink Classic Golf Tournament photo from 2018. October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and there are many “Go Pink” events planned throughout the state to bring attention to breast cancer detection, prevention and treatment. Connie Holdridge, Program Director for Sussex County with DBCC explained that these events help provide funding for the many programs offered through the …