Earlier this month Milton’s Saint Mary of the Hills School students Michael O’Grady, Christopher McCune, Emily Mischler, and Jennifer Doherty participated in the 4th annual Stand Up, Speak Out conference at Boston College.
News
Windchill factors: As turbine projects multiply, critics fight back
from Boston.com
In Plymouth, they’re worried about noise, flickering shadows, and the sheer size of the things. In Milton, they fear they might lose their panoramic views of the Blue Hills. In Hingham, they fret over possibly losing value on their pretty homes. (Read the full story here.)
Senator Joyce appointed to top committee posts
from the office of Senator Joyce
Senator Brian A. Joyce has been appointed by Senate President Therese Murray to several leadership positions in the Massachusetts Senate, including Chairman of the Committee on Bonding, Capital Expenditures and State Assets, Vice-Chair of the Healthcare Financing Committee, Vice-Chair of the Financial Services Committee, and member of the Senate Ways and Means Committee.
Mtg notes: Selectmen 01.20.11 – Single stream trash pickup to start; wind turbine hookup settled
Director of the DPW, Joe Lynch, and Engineer John Thompson along with a representative from Waste Management, Milton’s trash hauler met with the selectmen to review a move toward single stream recycling which will start next week (1/24). Waste Management together with the DPW will be mailing out information but in short here are the benefits.
Changes in athletic schedule
from MHS
Please note the following weather related changes to the Milton High School Athletic Schedule for today, Friday, January 21, 2011.
Milton Hospital Appoints New Vice President of Finance
from Milton Hospital
Milton Hospital, a clinical affiliate of Beth Israel Deaconess providing community based healthcare, is pleased to announce the promotion of Jason Radzevich, CPA, as the hospital’s new vice president of financial services. Radzevich brings over 15 years of financial experience to Milton, most recently serving as the hospital’s controller.
Here we go again . . . it’s snowing
You can find up to date information from the following: Mass.gov provides Road, Transit and Airport Updates on Twitter @MassDOT or on the MassDOT blog
Schools Closed 1/21
The Milton Public Schools will be closed today, Friday, January 21st, due to the inclement weather. You can find the notice here.
Mtg Notes: School Committee 01.19.11 – Tucker shines brightly; new sports hit hurdles
The Tucker elementary school encourages students every day to work for their “personal best.” To the point, Principal Uretsky quipped, that the little ones ones may think it is part of the Pledge of Allegiance. The results speak for themselves. Tucker as demonstrated by the data provided in the site council’s presentation, which was applauded by those in attendance, is an excellent school. Tucker 5th graders ranked first in the state for growth in Mathematics; but that’s not all.
Eateries team up on special menus
from The Dorchester Reporter
After a popular turnout last winter, Dorchester-Milton Restaurant Week is back for its second year, with the same eight restaurants participating. For $30.11, patrons can dine on a three-course meal offered on a special restaurant week menu. The discounts will be offered from January 17-31 on Sunday through Thursday evenings. (Read the full story here.)