from Wicked Local Milton
Steve Farmer’s two-out, two-run triple in the top of the ninth Monday lifted the Milton High baseball team to a 9-8, come-from-behind win over Bay State Conference rival Newton North. (Read the full story here.)
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Milton store says water prices were fair
from Wicked Local Milton
An owner of the Metrakas Deli and Market in Milton says the neighborhood store dispatched trucks to New Hampshire to bring back bottled water to keep it available for customers during the “boil water” emergency in greater Boston area, and was not overcharging consumers. (Read the full story here.) ed. note – This is the Pleasant Street Deli.
A quick analysis of voter turnout for selectman’s race
The voter turnout in Precinct 9 led the town while Precinct 1 had the lowest. Please click “Read more” for a chart of voter turnout by precinct and a few other observations.
Update: MWRA Boil water order
Here is a quick synopsis of the status of the water main break as of this morning:
- the boil water order is still in effect
- the pipe has been repaired and is being pressure tested. Water pressure is stable.
- most affected communities supplied coliform samples yesterday and will supply another set today.
You can find the most recent up to date information for the MWRA here.
Senator Joyce sent an email to Milton residents with information and important links. Any residents with questions or concerns should feel free to contact the Senator by email or phone. You can find the full text of Senator Joyce’s email here.
Milton market selling bottled water at $12 to $15 a case
Note: The Ledger refers to the market As Metrakas deli. However, the market is now called Pleasant Street Deli. The Metrakas family sold it some time ago.
from The Patriot Ledger
One neighborhood market in Miton had bottled water to sell on Sunday – for $12 to $15 a case.
People at the family-run Metrakas Deli and Market on Pleasant Street didn’t want to talk about the price,
New traffic restrictions for Neponset Bridge announced
from The Patriot Ledger
The state Department of Transportation has announced lane reductions for the week ahead at the Neponset River Bridge, where a multi-year repair project is under way.
Monday, 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. – the two left-hand southbound lanes will be closed. From 3:30 p.m. to 7 a.m. Tuesday – the southbound right lane will be closed. (Read the full story here.)
4 Policemen and the meaning of valor
val·or –Pronunciation: \?va-l?r\ : strength of mind or spirit that enables a person to encounter danger with firmness : personal bravery
About a year ago the Milton police were called to the scene of a domestic disturbance that was nothing short of volcanic. The response of the police was ample testament to their valor.
A few final words on the election
Every year as the election results are tallied, candidates appear at town Hall and say a few words to Bernie Lynch, host of Milton Speaks, and his panel of local political savants including Mary McNamara, Marvin Gordon, Joe McEttrick, John Shields, and Beirne Lovely.
Here are some of the comments made last Tuesday:
Video: Bob Sweeney discusses his election the Board of Selectmen
Bob Sweeney showed up at town hall Tuesday night shortly after he defeated Kathy Fagan in a very closely contested race. He spoke with Bernie Lynch and his assembled guests regarding the campaign and his thoughts on being a selectman. Click “Read more” to view a video of his complete remarks.
Video: Kathy Fagan concedes Selectman’s race
Kathy Fagan, as is customary, showed up at town hall on the evening of the election after the results were in and conceded the election to Bob Sweeney who defeated her by just 32 votes. Click “Read more” to view a video of Ms. Fagan discussing her time in office and congratulating Mr. Sweeney on his election to office.