The Milton Animal League is one of the more technically savvy organizations here in town. After reading the piece in today’s Globe on abandoned pets we did a little digging around and learned that the Animal League periodically profiles the dogs under their care.
Following is the most recent video. You can find the Milton Animal League’s web site here.
from the Boston Globe
The beagle mix puppy wiggled around Dawn Savery’s legs in the large gravel and grass cage at the Lakeville Animal Shelter recently, blissfully unaware that he is part of a growing trend.
“You are a cute little one,” Savery, who lives in Middleborough, said to the animal gnawing at her shoes. “I feel bad for you. Yes, I do.” (Read the full story here.)
from The Boston Herald
The body found smoldering this weekend at the Blue Hills Reservation was identified as a 42-year-old mother of four who had a history of being at the wrong place at the wrong time, authorities said.
Kristyn Genereux of Plymouth was identified by the medical examiner, thanks in part to the tips that poured in after pictures of three of her rings were publicized, said Norfolk County District Attorney William Keating. (Read the full story here.)
With his children grown Governor Patrick and his wife have decided their house here in Milton is more than they need.
The Boston Globe reports today that the house will go on the market for just shy of $2 million. According to one realtor, it is “absolutely magnificent” with 5 bedrooms, 3 1/2 baths and 9 fireplaces.
Naturally, questions were asked about the governor’s personal financial situation. He deflected those simply saying he is “blessed” and that there is no urgency in selling.
You can read the full Globe story here.
The 23rd Annual Milton Road Race, sponsored by the Junior Women’s Club, took place early this evening. While the weather was not great for spectators, it was almost perfect for runners. And run they did.
Having run this race in year’s past, I can tell you it is not an easy course. The runners did great and should be commended. Congratulations all! Here are the top 15 finishers. You can get the full race results here.
PLC Time Pace PLC/Group PLC/Sex Bib# Name Town, State Spec. Team 1 33:33 5:25 1 30-39 1 M 280 Mark Pogozzelski Edgartown,MA 2 33:56 5:28 2 30-39 2 M 203 Roger Donaghy South Boston,MA 3 34:15 5:31 1 40-49 3 M 1 Jason Cakouros Milton,MA 4 35:19 5:42 1 18-29 4 M 201 Ross Nickerson Famouth,ME 5 36:39 5:55 2 40-49 5 M 137 Michael Vitelli Marshfield Hill,MA 6 36:52 5:57 3 30-39 6 M 19 Justin Renz Milton,MA 7 38:14 6:10 4 30-39 7 M 277 Thomas Shaw Somerville,MA 8 38:26 6:12 1 18-29 1 F 536 Julie Spoliodoro 9 38:33 6:13 1 50-59 8 M 379 Robert Chasen Weymouth,MA 10 39:04 6:18 2 18-29 9 M 50 Kevin Manning Milton,MA 11 39:13 6:20 3 40-49 10 M 431 John Winchers Arlington,MA 12 39:25 6:21 2 18-29 2 F 330 Erin Heslin Newton,MA 13 40:59 6:37 5 30-39 11 M 299 Greg Anderson Hanover,MA 14 41:02 6:37 4 40-49 12 M 300 James Shaw Charlestown,MA 15 41:07 6:38 6 30-39 13 M 507 Michael Lamoucut Milton,MA
For shots of the race, please click the “Continue reading. . . ” link.
from The Boston Globe
A rapid ascent in journalism left Sarah Vaughan Snyder poised to move into ever more responsible editing jobs on The Boston Globe’s city desk, but she was grasping for a different prize.
When Benjamin, her first child, was born in 1992, she and a colleague began splitting an assistant Metro editor job, blazing a trail in the newsroom for women who wanted to keep their careers while devoting as much time as possible to their children. (Read the full obituary here.)
from Wicked Local Milton
The news that the home of Horseplay Stables was to be sold from under her had farm operator Terri Hoy shaking in her riding boots.
But not anymore. (Read the full story here.)
The Prop 2 1/2 override passed this evening. While not a mandate, it was a declaration that the majority of the residents want to see services maintained.
The group “Invest in Milton” worked relentlessly in support of the initiative and it had the support of all town officials.
Precincts 6, 7, 8, & 9 voted against the override; but it was not enough to defeat it.
Here is the count by precinct.
Voting by precinct
The Patriot Ledger coverage of the election can be found here.
Today is the day for the special election on a Prop 2 1/2 override. Voters are being asked to vote on a supplemental $3.42 million to fund school and town services. For a list of posts related to election click here.
Polls will be open until 8:00pm.
Precincts 1 and 11: Tucker School, 181 Blue Hills Parkway.
Precinct 2: St. Mary of the Hills School, 250 Brook Road.
Precinct 3: Glover School, 255 Canton Ave.
Precinct 4: Milton Senior Center, 10 Walnut St.
Precincts 5 and 9: Copeland Field House, Milton High School, 25 Gile Road.
Precincts 6 and 8: Cunningham School gym, 44 Edge Hill Road.
Precincts 7 and 10: Cunningham Park Community Center, 75 Edge Hill Road.
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A weekly recap of key events and items of interest to the Milton community:
A glorious day for the MHS class of 2009
The class of 2009 graduated on a glorious spring day. Kassi Stein, class valedictorian encouraged the graduates not to worry about the bumps in the road and “roll down the windows and turn on the music.” Ms. Gormley took advantage of the occasion to honor four individuals for their strong contributions of the new schools. You can read the full post here here.
The Forbes House fetes Bradley Richardson at annual gala
At the annual fundraiser for the Forbes House, Bradley Richardson was honored. Richardson has a long association with the local landmark and cultural institution. You can read the full post here.
Run up to special override election
The override election taking place today has received a tremendous amount of attention and deservedly so. The local group “Invest in Milton” has been tireless in advocating for passage of the override. In addition, local departments, most especially the Police, have been holding community events to educate public on budget impacts. Thte Board of Selectmen, Warrant Committee, and School Committee all endorse the override.
Related links
> Invest in Milton: Web Site | Blog
> Phil Matthews / Milton View: “What’s at Stake”
> MHS senior Siobahn O’Grady’s speech to Town Meeting
> Property Tax Impact Table
> Videos
– Chief Wells: Cops Count
– Warrant Chairman Tom Hurley’s TM presentation
– Superintendent Mary Gormley’s TM presentation
– Selectmen Chairman John Shields speech to Town Meeting