Welcome to this week’s edition of the Cahill Report, a weekly update on Milton real estate activity produced in partnership with Laura Cahill.
Following are a list of open houses this week end and recent real estate transactions.
Snow, community, a couple tips and a little humor
by Frank Schroth
photo by Frank Schroth
Despite what some may think, the blizzard of ’78 really was not worse than this. Only once in the last century did we receive more snow than we have with these two recent storms and it wasn’t then. In ’78 the National Guard was called out and the T stopped running . . . for a week, but as DPW Director Joe Lynch pointed out at last Thursday’s meeting of the Board of Selectmen, we now have better technology, better forecasting, better equipment, and better communications. Which is why despite the second heaviest 7 day snowfall on record we were all able to get around within 24 – 48 hours and that’s pretty amazing. So thank you DPW, MPD, and MFD.
Reminder: Valentine making workshop @ ester today
Join Artspace Milton Sunday, February 8th from 2-4p. Open to kids and adults
Light refreshments provided, & bar menu available
$10 materials fee. To save your spot register @: artspace02186@gmail.com
ester, 2261 Dorchester Avenue, Dorchester
See how much snow you can expect on Monday
from Wicked Local Milton
The National Weather Service has issued a winter storm warning through 1 a.m. Tuesday for all of Massachusetts except Cape Cod and the islands. (Read the full story here.)
Fireside chat “on tap” at Suffolk Resolves House
Ever wonder what was on tap in 18th century taverns?
If you would like to learn how various objects in our collection tie-in to this fascinating subject, you can sign up for the 2nd “Fireside Chat” at the Suffolk Resolves House, 1370 Canton Avenue, Milton.
Fuller Village wears red!
Fuller Village Residents took part in a heart pumping class on Friday, February 6th to celebrate National Wear Red Day in honor of women during American Heart Month. Class was led by Kara Bligh and Christine Stanton of Fuller Village in Milton.
Brief bits: Hendries demo extended; Plate seeks liquor license; overdose victim saved; Phil Driscoll moving to DPW
by Frank Schroth
Last night the Board of Selectmen extended the demolition date for the Hendries building to February 24th. It is unlikely that date will be met but the board has opted to go with more frequent extensions as a means of keeping the issue top of mind. Member Keohane said he did not think the building would come down before April or May. Key to getting the building down is a demo permit from the Conservation Commission which neither the town nor Carrick Realty have yet obtained.
Pastor of East Congregational addresses Rotary on housing
by Mike Maholchic
The Rev. Shelly Davis was the speaker at the latest Milton Rotary Club meeting. Rev. Davis was recently called as pastor at East Congregational Church and has been serving the congregation since last August. She moved to Milton with her partner Beth Olson in November. Rev. Davis has been listening carefully to find out which issues she ought to be concerned about as a new Milton resident and leader of a local faith community.
DPW Notices: Road widening & Holiday trash pick up
Pending winter storms for today and this Sunday / Monday have heightened the concern for further narrowing of roadway widths. Further narrowing of roadways could affect emergency apparatus access and, at the very least, will slow delivery of regular services like trash removal, oil deliveries, and normal movement of neighborhood traffic.
Upcoming and ongoing events at the Milton Art Center
The Milton Art Center will be hosting an art opening and paint night this month as well as two ongoing events.
- Opening Reception for I-HEART-ART Gallery Exhibit. Champagne, Chocolate and Art! Friday, 2/13/15, 6:00 -9:00 pm. Milton Art Center, 334 Edge Hill Road, Milton. www.miltonartcenter.org
- Popular Paint Night Returns to the Milton Art Center, Thursday, 2/12/15. Must register on-line. 334 Edge Hill Road, Milton. www.miltonartcenter.org
“Love Your Body Week” dedicated to promoting healthy body images for Fontbonne students
Fontbonne Academy is hosting “Love Your Body Week” from Monday, February 9, 2015 to Friday, February 13, 2015. This week-long series of events, led by student Peer Educators in conjunction with the school’s Wellness Center, will focus on educating students about fitness, healthy eating, and developing a positive body image.