Hurley kicks campaign into high gear

Tom Hurley, candidate for Board of Selectmen, held a campaign kick off at the Hoosic Club last Friday evening.

He was introduced to the crowd, which included a number of town officials, by James Mullen.

The fundraiser was notable for drawing a politically diverse crowd. Please click on “read more” for some photos of event.

The Secret Garden dazzles

by Annie Davis

The Milton Players have done it again!  The final offering from the Milton Players in a successful and ambitious season is the musical The Secret Garden. Based on the beloved icon of children’s literature, this powerful production harnesses the magic of the original work and transports the audience.

Fuller Village White Elephant and Craft Fair

Come to Fuller Village for some deals and steals!

Visit the White Elephant Table and find household goods, decorative items, boutique furnishings and other treasures. At the Knitters Table you will find knit children’s clothing, baby afghans, Spring décor, and doll outfits. The evenet takes place Saturday, April 30th from 10am till 2pm in the Function Room at 1372 Brush Hill Rd.

Letter: Funding for Milton’s Roads

from the office of Senator Joyce

Dear Neighbor,

I’m pleased to announce that legislation was passed yesterday that apportions $621,708 for road and bridge improvements for Milton. This funding level represents a 29% increase over the funding apportioned to Milton during the current fiscal year. This funding is especially important this year because of the extreme weather we had this winter, and the resulting poor road conditions.

Milton school problem-solver qualifies for international competition

from Wicked Local Milton

Timothy Karoff, a fifth grader at the Glover who competed as an individual at the Future Problem Solving State Bowl in Marlboro last month, has been notified that he came in first place and has qualified for the International Bowl in Wisconsin in June. (Read the full story and view pictures here.)

Milton Police Dept ask residents to be alert to burglaries

from MPD 04/05

In the past several days there have been a series of residential break-ins during the day. Today a homeowner on Adams St. interupted a burglar in the driveway of her home a GREEN CONVERTABLE with a BACK RAGTOP roof. It has a ‘hatchback’ type rear to it. The car was operated by a white male in his 30’s. This car may return to the Milton area again to attempt another break. If seen call 911. Please lock your home during the day and keep your eyes open for suspicious persons.

MIAA Div 2 preseason baseball poll

from the Boston Herald

The Herald ranks MIlton 6th in their preseason baseball poll. You can find the complete rankings for Division 2 North and South here.