Following is the latest report from New England Cable News regarding the road rage incident involving Joe Fasano, a Milton firefigher. Mr. Fasano remains in critical but stable condition at Boston Medical Center.
from NECN
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Christmas and American history, his favorite things
from The Patriot Ledger
Christmas and American history blend together in Peter Gacicia’s entrepreneurial venture. Gacicia is the founder of Milton-based Friends of the White House, a business that designs and sells collectible Christmas ornaments featuring a hand-painted portrayal of a historical event within each president’s administration.
“There are just so many interesting things that have occurred in our American history,” said Gacicia, 55. “What I thought was, why not combine these two passions – Christmas, and my fascination with the White House and the presidents?”(Read the full story here.)
Investigation continues as Milton firefighter recovers from gunshot wound
A Milton firefighter remained in critical condition after he underwent surgery Monday after being shot in an apparent road rage episode in Quincy.
Joseph Fasano, 30, had surgery near the upper right side of his abdomen and is recovering at Boston Medical Center, Milton Fire Chief John Grant said. (Read the full story here.)
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Police are looking for the public’s help. Anyone with information can contact Quincy police at 617-479-1212.
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from NECN
Meeting Notes: Planning Board 12.10.09 – Ground rules established for hearing on Temple Shalom zoning
The Planning Board met on December 10th and discussed but did not limit conversation to the following:
- The board confirmed that there will be two days for public hearings on the zoning overlay article that will appear in the Warrant for Special Town Meeting on 2/21. They discussed the following guidelines. Bill Clark, Planning Director will post final guidelines to the Planning Board’s town web site prior to the first hearing. They agreed to:
- allow each attorney (Corcoran for Coffman Realty and Upton for Neighbors Against Commercial Development) to speak for 10 minutes
- Selectmen and state officials will also be given up to 10 minutes for their remarks
- Citizens, including town meeting members will be given up to 5 minutes for remarks
- comments will end at 10:00pm on December 21rst and continue on January 4th.
Their will be flexibility and discretion exercised. Jackson said “We won’t cut anyone off in mid-sentence.” To this observer there was some confusion as to whether 1) they would allow citizens to speak more than once 2) allow any attorney up to 10 minutes to speak 3) entertain rebuttals from Corcoran and Upton at the close of citizen remarks and 4) the Planning Board would address questions during the hearings. These issues may be addressed when Clark posts the guidelines online.
- The Warrant Committee will hear arguments at their December 16th meeting regarding the zoning overlay. The respective attorneys will each speak for 10 minutes as will two citizens. The Warrant Committee is not expected to give an opinion until after the public hearings. The meeting will be at 6:30pm at the Council on Aging. Peter Jackson and Emily Innes of the board will be present. Jackson invited other members of the Planning Board to attend also.
- Gene Sullivan from the Milton Landing Condominium Association appeared before the board to discuss the DCR project to connect a path on the Dorchester side with the walkway on the Milton side at Wharf street. THe DCR requires an easement from the condo association which they have not granted. Mr. Sullivan said that they were waiting for a feasibility study in which they were to be included to be done. The study would inlcude analysis of safety issues among other things. Mr. Sullivan is waiting to hear from the DCR on this. “We are not being obstructionist.” Mr Sullivan said.
- The Hendries building is still waiting on a site plan proposal. Mr. Clark noted that there will be more parking available based on what he say. Mr. Whiteside noted “That’s hardly what the problem was,” with the original plan which he said, “stunk.”
Teachers’ test-linked bonuses overruled
Milton teacher’s union among those speaking out against merit pay for AP teachers
from The Boston Globe
An attempt by Boston school officials to pay teachers bonuses for students who do well in college-level courses – a highly contentious move opposed by many teachers – violates the city’s teacher union contract, according to an arbitrator’s ruling that was obtained yesterday by the Globe. (Read the full story here.)
Update: Milton firefighter in critical condition following road rage incident
A Milton Firefighter, Joe Fasano, is in critical condition at Boston Medical Center following a traffic altercation in Quincy late Sunday night. The incident is being described as a road rage argument. Following is the latest from NECN.
from New England Cable News
TIP-OFF: Milton High opens state basketball title defense on a high note
from The Patriot Ledger
With a couple exceptions, you will need a program to know the players on this winter’s Milton High boys basketball team. Last year’s Division 2 state champion graduated 13 of the 15 varsity players, and senior center Emanuel Hutcherson is the only returning starter.
The new-look Wildcats opened their 2009-10 season Friday night with a 54-44 victory over Bay State Conference rival Wellesley. (Read the full story here.)
Milton firefighter shot in Quincy
from Wicked Local Milton
Police have identified a man shot in possible road rage incident Saturday night as Joseph Fasano, 30 of Quincy.
Fasano, a Milton firefighter, was set to undergo surgery late Sunday afternoon for the single gunshot wound to the abdomen.
Fasano was rushed to Boston Medical Center in critical condition Saturday night following an altercation that police believe may have been sparked by road rage. (Read the full story here.)
Sustainable Milton launching bottle drive
Sustainable Milton, a local non-profit organization devoted to promoting green lifestyles, has started a campaign to encourage folks to forsake buying and drinking bottled water in favor of a much cheaper, environmentally conscious and, frankly, common sense alternative – tap water.
Here are some facts regarding bottled water:
- The leading bottled water producers are Coca Cola (Dasani), Pepsi (Aquafina) and Nestle (Poland Springs, San Pellegrino, Arrowhead, Calistoga, Ice Mountain, Perrier, and those are only a few).
- Bottled water is not any more or less healthy than tap water. If you are a child it is likely less healthy because it lacks flouride which is proven to prevent cavities and tooth decay.
- Like tap water, Dasani and Aquafina come from municipal water sources. Check the label; it reads, “municipal water source.” Companies do perform processes like reverse osmosis
- Bottled water does not taste any better than tap water. Good Morning America and Penn & Teller (the satirists and magicians) both performed taste tests in which people favored tap water over tap water (GMA 63%, P&T 75%).
Milton’s Holiday House Tour – A Tradition in its 18th Year
Holiday House Tour, December 13th, 1 -4 p.m. to benefit the Forbes House Museum, 215 Adams St., Milton. Advance Tickets: $18 museum members / $20 non-members. Day of Tour Tickets: $25 for all.
Fontbonne Jazz Choir
Don’t miss an 18 year tradition for the holidays with the Forbes House Museum’s 18th annual Holiday House Tour scheduled for Sunday, December 13th from 1 – 4 p.m. Generous home owners will graciously deck their halls to benefit the Museum. Each year since 1991 the FHM has selected outstanding homes and worked with home owners to showcase holiday décor and to celebrate the architectural diversity of private residences and buildings throughout the town and the 2009 tour is no exception. A delightful selection of private homes in diverse design and style will be decorated in their holiday finest for you to tour. Come to be inspired, come to be nostalgic, come to enjoy the Fontebonne Jazz Choir or the Dancing Deer goodies. What ever your motivation, just come out on the 13th of December to support the FHM and to be a part of the tradition!