News

Quick update on H1N1 from Commissioner of Health

First, there is no update from the town on rescheduling flu clinics that were originally scheduled for the 22nd and 27th. These clinics were for seasonal flu shots. Your best bet is to get them through health care provider if you have cause to make a visit.

Regarding the H1N1 (Swine flu), vaccines are expected in December. Priority will be given to high risk groups, pregnant women, children, health care providers to children. The most current information can be found on the Mass.gov Dept of Health blog which is updated almost daily and can be found here

Following is a video of Commissioner Auerbach’s most recent statement on H1N1 flu status:




Milton resident golfs in cancer benefit

from Wicked Local Milton

Milton resident Kevin Leary recently participated in the American Cancer Society’s fourth annual Hope Lodge Boston Invitational at the Kittansett Club in Marion.

The event raised $120,000 to benefit the AstraZeneca Hope Lodge Center in Boston. (Read the full story here.)

Draft audit calls into question Granite Links’ rent payments

from The Patriot Ledger

The management of Granite Links Golf Club is being called before a city council committee amid questions over whether the operation has shortchanged the city on rent.

The 27-hole course, known for its panoramic views of the Boston skyline, is on land leased from Milton and Quincy. As part of its agreements, the golf course pays a percentage of its revenue to the municipalities in rent. (Read the full story here.)

MHS Sports scores for week of 10.19.09

Following are the sports scores we could obtain for last weeks games. If you have any additional information please email us and thanks!


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 DATE SPORT OPPONENT SCORE

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 10/19/2009 Field Hockey Ursuline W 3-0

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 10/21/2009 Boys Cross Country Braintree W 21-39

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 10/21/2009 Girls Cross Country Braintree W 15-50 Mairead Kiernan broke a course record for the second week in a row, finishing in 17:35 to lead the Wildcats to an undefeated 11-0 season.

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 10/21/2009 Boys Soccer Weymouth L 3-2 Senior captain Mike Dias scored the winning goal on a penalty kick in the 24th minute.

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 10/21/2009 Girls Soccer Weymouth T 2-2

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 10/23/2009 Football Natick L 49-14 Antone Wilson rushed for 154 yards and two touchdowns in the Red and Blue's victory.

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 10/23/2009 Field Hocker Walpole L 5-0


Milton Commuter Alert: I-93 road closures for 10/25

ROAD CLOSURES & ADVISORIES

I-93 South approaching and through Downtown: Nighttime Multi-lane Closure

Two-to-three lanes of I-93 South will be closed at night approaching and through Downtown Sunday, October 25, 2009 through Thursday, October 29, 2009 from 11:30 PM to 5:00 AM the following morning. On Wednesday the lane closure will go through South Bay. These lane closures are for inspections and maintenance work.

Haymarket On-ramp to I-93 South and Callahan Tunnel: Nighttime Ramp Closures

The Haymarket on-ramp to I-93 South and the Callahan Tunnel will be closed at night Thursday, October 29, 2009 from 11:30 PM to 5 AM the following morning.

Motorists destined for I-93 South, Route 1A, East Boston, and Logan Airport should follow posted detour signs towards Leverett Circle. At Leverett Circle motorists should access I- 93 South. Those destined for Route 1A, East Boston, and Logan Airport should take Exit 24 off I-93 South. This closure is to allow for inspection.

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Democrats Hold First Debate In Senate Race Tonight

This hasn’t received much attention; but there will be a debate this evening among candidates for the U.S Sentate.

Coakly, Capuano, and Khazei will square off at 7:00pm this evening (10/26/09). You can watch the debate on WBZ-TV, channel 4 and also online at wbztv.com

The debate sponsored by the Edward M. Kennedy Institute for the Senate. The subject hasn’t been limited, and it will be moderated by former WBZ Radio political analyst Peter Meade.

Golf club rents are reviewed

from The Boston Globe

The Granite Links Golf Club, known for its breathtaking views of Boston’s skyline, is coming under scrutiny from its landlords.

The semiprivate club, which leases land from Quincy and Milton, is being put under the microscope on both sides. In Milton, town officials are reviewing their lease agreements. In Quincy, city councilors will discuss the club’s revenues Wednesday night with an eye toward getting a bigger slice of the pie. (Read the full story here.)

RE-SCHEDULED – Swing for Sports – Tennis and Golf Benefit for MHS sports

NOTE: The Swing for Sports fundraiser has been rescheduled for 10/26.

Monday, October 26th at the Wollaston Golf Club

  • 10:00 am –  Doubles Tennis Challenge
  • 11:00 am  – 18 Hole Scramble Golf Tournament
  • 3:00 pm Reception & Silent Auction

Please join us for a wonderful day at the beautiful Wollaston Golf Club.  Come enjoy the breathtaking fall foliage while at the same time supporting Milton High School athletics.

  • Tournament & Hole Sponsors: $250.00
  • Golfers: $175/player or $650 /foursome
  • Tennis: $75/player
  • Reception & Silent Auction only: $25.00

Tournament Contacts:

Golf:  John Davis (email John)                             Tennis: Kara Russo (email Kara) or Laura Phelan (email Laura)

Event Sponsor:   Kevin Walsh (email Kevin)         Coordinator: Karen DeLuca (email Karen)