from The Patriot Ledger
The Boston Archdiocese has defrocked two more priests, one of whom was the longtime director of a Milton retreat for troubled priests. (Read the full story here.)
Hear local resident Mac D’Allesandro speak about Milton and why he is running for US Congress
Tonight on MATC (Milton Access TV) we interview Mac D’Allesandro, Milton resident and candidate for US Congress from the 9th District of Massachusetts. He speaks about Milton, his background, and the issues and postions that are driving his campaign. The interview airs at 7:30 this evening. You can find the MATV programming guide here.
Mtg notes: Selectmen 08.19.10 – Ulin Rink decision pending (today?); Article 2 reviewed
In a meeting last night of the Board of Selectmen they reviewed the status of Article 2 of the Special Town Meeting Warrant which pertains to the height of accessory structures such as garages. They also went into executive session for purpose of reviewing the bidders on the Ulin Rink RFP, Curry College and the Ulin Rink Management Corp.
Obit: Edgar F. Powers
from The Boston Herald
Edgar F. Powers of Milton, a World War II veteran and owner of Powers Asthma Manufacturing, died Sunday at Milton Health Care. He was 94. (Read the full story here.)
Only 2 bids for Ulin Rink management
The bids are in and only two organizations are interested in managing the Ulin Rink. They are Curry College and the Ulin Rink management Corporation. Both are non-profit entities.
Jeffrey Cruikshank is co-author of “The Man Who Sold America,’’ a new bio of adman Albert Lasker
In an interview with Alex Beam of the Boston Globe Milton writer Jeff Cruikshank discusses his book on Albert Lasker which runs the gamut from political chicanery to significant philanthropy. You can find the interview here.
Randolph, Milton will share veterans’ agent
from Wicked Local Rndolph
Now that Veterans’ Agent James Campbell is retired, the town is searching through applicants for a replacement. However, the new hire will not serve Randolph alone. (Read the full story here.)
Water and sewer bills going up
from Boston.com – Your Town Milton
Water and sewer bills going out this month will be about 5 percent higher with the new rates set by selectmen last week. (Read the full story here.)
Mtg notes: Selectmen 08.16.10 – recommendation on bike path to be sent to DCR; warrant for special town meeting closed
August is a slow time of year and the agenda for last night’s Selectmen’s meeting reflected that. Paul Krasinski, who was scheduled to present his plans regarding the Stoughton Town Farm, did not appear. The primary issue board discussed was a letter that had been drafted by Chairman McEttrick regarding their recommendation on options being reviewed by the DCR for the extension of the Neponset bike path.
Blood Drive today – give the gift of life!
Milton Community Eagle Scout Project Blood Drive
Thursday, August 19 th @ The Milton Public Library / 476 Canton Ave / Milton from 1:00 – 6:00 pm.
For an appt call 1-800-red-cross or go online www.redcrossblodod.org.