Last Friday Natick prevailed over Milton 48-34 in girls basketball. Here is a shot of the action from sports photographer Roy Chambers. You can find more shots from the game here.
The roar over wind turbines
The following article does not reference Milton. Milton has been seeking to erect a turbine on town owned land that abuts land leased to Granite Links golf course. Granite Links challenged construction of the turbine and a draft ruling from an arbitrator was in favor of the golf course. A final decision has not been released as of 1/4.
from The Boston Globe
Doreen Reilly said her family can’t sleep at night because the wind turbine less than 1,000 feet away sounds like a “jet liner hovering” over her Kingston home. During the day, Reilly said, she gets headaches because the spinning blades from the 400-foot-tall structure cause sunlight to flash like “a strobe light” throughout her home. (Read the full story here.)
Stephanie Nephew returning to Glover Elementary; principalship to be job shared
Superintendent Mary C. Gormley announced this week that Stephanie Nephew will be returning to her position as principal of the Glover as part of an arranged job-share. Ms. Nephew will serve as co-principal with Drew Echelson. Mr. Echelson has been serving as principal since the beginning of the school year while Ms. Nephew was on family leave. She will return on Monday, January 7th at which time they will share the roles and responsibilities.
Tickets on Sale for Saint Rock Haiti Foundation Gala February 7, 2013
Reverse Raffle and Gala Auction for Advancing Maternal and Child Health in Saint Rock
Want a chance to win $10,000 and help mothers and babies? On February 7, 2013, the Neighborhood Club in Quincy will host the 3rd annual Saint Rock Haiti Foundation Reverse Raffle and Gala Auction at 6:30 pm.
Knitting and Yarn Making Workshop at Milton Public Library
The Milton Public Library, located at 476 Canton Avenue, will host local fiber artist Nina Zonnevylle as she presents a workshop about knitting and making your own yarn. She fell in love with spinning, weaving and knitting at an early age. This one-hour program will be held in the Keys Community Room (lower level) at 2 PM on Saturday, January 19, 2013.
Sweet Life fills niche in Lower Mills village
from The Dorchester Reporter
Dorchester’s newest eatery and listening post — Sweet Life— is really a few different places in one. At the far end, near the entrance, it’s a bakery, with an assortment of pastries and pies and muffins and breads and cakes squared off and stacked high and gleaming in the bright windows facing Dorchester Avenue. (Read dhe full story here.)
In light of recent house breaks, MPD advise residents to lock up & be vigilant
Notice from the Milton Police Department
Attention Residents: For the past week we have been experiencing a series of housebreaks or attempts to break in to homes. These incidents have occurred on Hutchinson Street, Spruce Street, Herrick Drive, Brook Road and Maple Street. The possibility of them being linked is strong.
Picture for the day 01.04.13
Firemen do the darnedest things. Here are a few hearty souls not at but in Turners Pond on the coldest day of the year. The photo is courtesy of retired Fire Chief Malcolm Larson who notes these guys are “the best.” Agreed. Click on the image for a larger view.
photo by Malcolm Larson
Blue Hills Ski Area enjoys busy opening week
from The Patrtiot Ledger
The recent snowfall and cold temperatures have made for a very busy opening week at the Blue Hills Ski Area – a big change from last year. (Read the full story here.)
Chess Tournament at the Library
On Saturday, January 26, 2013 International Master David Vigorito will serve as tournament director for “Chess-a-Palooza!” a fun and friendly scholastic chess tournament open to all Milton school students. Players of all abilities are welcome. Registration is required.
Senator Joyce Sworn In, 188th Session Underway
News release from Office of Senator Brian A. Joyce
Senator Brian A. Joyce has officially been sworn in to represent the Norfolk, Bristol and Plymouth District for the 188th Session of the General Court. Joyce was sworn into office by Governor Deval Patrick during a ceremony at the State House in Boston.