The voter turnout in Precinct 9 led the town while Precinct 1 had the lowest. Please click “Read more” for a chart of voter turnout by precinct and a few other observations.
Update: MWRA Boil water order
Here is a quick synopsis of the status of the water main break as of this morning:
- the boil water order is still in effect
- the pipe has been repaired and is being pressure tested. Water pressure is stable.
- most affected communities supplied coliform samples yesterday and will supply another set today.
You can find the most recent up to date information for the MWRA here.
Senator Joyce sent an email to Milton residents with information and important links. Any residents with questions or concerns should feel free to contact the Senator by email or phone. You can find the full text of Senator Joyce’s email here.
Sen Joyce Letter: MWRA state of emergency update
Dear Milton Neighbors,
As I am sure you have heard by now, a major MWRA water pipe in Weston broke on Saturday. As a result, residents in affected communities, including Milton, must boil their water prior to consumption. Milton residents should not consume tap water without first boiling it for at least one minute.
Milton market selling bottled water at $12 to $15 a case
Note: The Ledger refers to the market As Metrakas deli. However, the market is now called Pleasant Street Deli. The Metrakas family sold it some time ago.
from The Patriot Ledger
One neighborhood market in Miton had bottled water to sell on Sunday – for $12 to $15 a case.
People at the family-run Metrakas Deli and Market on Pleasant Street didn’t want to talk about the price,
New traffic restrictions for Neponset Bridge announced
from The Patriot Ledger
The state Department of Transportation has announced lane reductions for the week ahead at the Neponset River Bridge, where a multi-year repair project is under way.
Monday, 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. – the two left-hand southbound lanes will be closed. From 3:30 p.m. to 7 a.m. Tuesday – the southbound right lane will be closed. (Read the full story here.)
Letter: Cahill, Moss, & O’Malley offer thanks to supporters
Dear Residents of Precinct 1,
We want to extend our most sincere thanks for your support at the polls on Tuesday. We are humbled and honored and look forward to representing you at Town Meeting.
Author Talk: Anita Silvey
Author Anita Silvey will discuss her book “Everything I need to know I learned from a Children’s Book.”
You can view a “Look Inside’ this book from Amazon.com here.
WHEN: Thursday, May 13 at 7pm
WHERE: Keys room / Milton Public Library / Milton, MA
Newton North 92, Milton 44: Forbes helps Tigers leap to girls track victory
from The Daily News Tribune
Newton North freshman Carla Forbes nearly came up with one of the longest triple jumps from a freshman in the country against her team’s toughest dual-meet competition of the spring yesterday in Milton. (Read the full story here.)
4 Policemen and the meaning of valor
val·or –Pronunciation: \?va-l?r\ : strength of mind or spirit that enables a person to encounter danger with firmness : personal bravery
About a year ago the Milton police were called to the scene of a domestic disturbance that was nothing short of volcanic. The response of the police was ample testament to their valor.
A few final words on the election
Every year as the election results are tallied, candidates appear at town Hall and say a few words to Bernie Lynch, host of Milton Speaks, and his panel of local political savants including Mary McNamara, Marvin Gordon, Joe McEttrick, John Shields, and Beirne Lovely.
Here are some of the comments made last Tuesday:
Video: Bob Sweeney discusses his election the Board of Selectmen
Bob Sweeney showed up at town hall Tuesday night shortly after he defeated Kathy Fagan in a very closely contested race. He spoke with Bernie Lynch and his assembled guests regarding the campaign and his thoughts on being a selectman. Click “Read more” to view a video of his complete remarks.