Viewers of the last Selectmen’s meeting may not have received the decision they had all been waiting for: whether Annmarie Fagan would be one of the two finalists regarding the selection of a new Town Administrator; but the Selectmen did discuss several issues and there was quite a crowd on hand to voice their concerns regarding them. And there were the Girl Scouts.
Milton rolls on in MIAA Bball tournament play; beat Tech Boston Dorchester 53-50
This in from Roy Chambers who is all MHS sports all the time:
If you didn’t believe in the Milton Wildcats Basketball team before you have to believe in them now. Who is afraid of this team – “Everyone”. I can’t believe how this team systemically broke down Dorchester and turned the game around to a win. Wow.
Milton will take on Wellesley in the MIAA South Division 2 semi-finals in Brockton on 3/6 @ 7:00PM.
Wildcats in MIAA south quarterfinals
Milton (#15) prevailed over Dennis-Yarmouth (#2) in a big upset this week. They play Tech Boston/Dorchester #7) in the quarterfinals today at 6:00PM. The game will be at the Reggie Lewis Center. Go WILDCATS! This photo is by Roy Chambers. You can find more shots of the Milton v. Dennis/Yarmouth game here.
photo by Roy Chambers
The Price of Development
from The Canton Citizen
Editor’s note: The following guest column, written by Hemenway Drive resident Denny Swenson, addresses a proposed 40B development on the Milton/Canton town line. The developer, Texas-based Mill Creek Residential Trust, is seeking to build 276 apartments on a 22-acre parcel on Brush Hill Road—across the street from the Fuller Village senior independent living community. (The article is in 3 parts: Part 1, Part 2, & Part 3.)
Parks & Rec Easter Egg Hunt to feature Rocking Horse raffle
Would you like to surprise your child with this beautifully made Rocking Horse? This is a handmade treasure, surely made to last a lifetime from generation to generation. There are no sharp points, no nails – very safe for your child.
Brief bit: No decision on narrowing finalists for Town Administrator
by Frank Schroth
The Board of Selectmen have deferred their decision to narrow the Town Administrator candidates from 4 to 2. They had hoped to make the decision last night but have put it off.
A reason was not given; however, it is likely due to a background materials/reference checks not being received. The Selectmen noted on Monday that selecting 2 finalists had been dependent on that.
Pierce Middle School to Hold Information Night
Parents/guardians of current 4th and 5th grade students are invited to join us at the Pierce Middle School on Tuesday, March 12th, at 6:00 PM in the auditorium to learn more about the enriching programs Pierce Middle School has to offer.
Brief bits: Carrick Realty appealing demo order on Hendries, Pre-app filed for 40b; a film crew on Highland St
by Frank Schroth
Carrick Realty is appealing the decision of the town to order the demolition of the Hendries building. They want the demolition order nullified and are seeking damages. The Board of Selectmen is meeting in executive session this evening to discuss the matter.
Bob Hiss announces for School Committee
The following was submitted by the candidate
Today, I announce my candidacy for a seat on the Milton School Committee.
What are my qualifications? Like many of you, I’m a product of a public school system. Raised in Holden, MA and Simsbury, CT. Attended college at the University of Michigan (where I met Mary, my wife of 30 years). After getting married, we moved to Boston in 1985 and Milton in 1998. We have three children who have or are currently attending the Milton Public Schools.
Milton resident Marilyn Masterson’s quilts on display at Library
Marilyn Masterson, long-time Milton resident, learned to sew as a child and has enjoyed the art all her life. Many of her quilt pieces have been featured in exhibits and shows around New England, most recently in the Cohasset Church show.
BOYS HOCKEY: Marshfield ousts Milton in Div. 1 South
from The PatriotLedger.com
In a game of surges, where momentum seemed to be volleyed back and forth, the fifth-seeded Marshfield High boys hockey team had too much firepower for Milton Wednesday night at Gallo Arena, ousting the Wildcats 7-3 in first-round action of the Division 1 South Sectional tournament. (Read the full story here.)