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Milton's town council has approved a 9 percent property tax increase for the 2023-2024 budget in order to maintain the same level of public services amidst rising costs driven by inflation and other financial challenges. Town officials say the decision was made after careful consideration of reducing expenses and increasing certain fees to offset the economic impact, though they acknowledge the potential impact on residents, particularly retirees on fixed incomes.

After months of conversation regarding the future of the downtown Rehoboth Beach Public Library, the library has issued a statement clarifying the extent of its future plans thus far.