Throughout April, Milton photographer Christopher Link will exhibit his landscape photography in the Wotiz Gallery of the Milton Public Library, 476 Canton Avenue in Milton, MA. The collection is called “France and Flowers” and it is an uncommon look at local floral life as well as landscapes in rural France.
Milton Historical Society Open House
A great way to celebrate Patriot’s Day – Tour the house where Dr. Joseph Warren and Paul Revere made history! Come to the Milton Historical Society Annual Open House from 1 to 3 PM on Sunday, April 14, 2013, at the Suffolk Resolves House located at 1370 Canton Avenue, Milton.
Pierce Students Making A Difference
News release from the Milton Public Schools
Two Pierce Middle School students have recently been chosen to receive the John F. Kennedy Make a Difference Award.
Caitlin Donahoe and Teresa McDonald, both seventh-graders, organized a teddy bear drive for children at the Massachusetts Hospital School in Canton.
Freeman announces candidacy for Constable
The following was submitted by the candidate
I am announcing my candidacy for re election as Constable. Please vote for me on April 30 so that I can continue to serve the citizens of the Town of Milton.
Thank you.
Constable Stephen Freeman
Red Cross Blood Drive at Fuller Village
Give blood in April. Get on your feet. Whether training for the big marathon in Boston this month or planning on walking around the block once a week, we can all benefit from being more active. This April, all presenting donors will receive a free pair of socks from New Balance to help you along the way.
MPS Future Problem Solver Teams Bring Home Trophies
News release from the Milton Public Schools
Teams from two Milton elementary schools and a Pierce Middle School student scored the top spots in a Future Problem Solving State Bowl this past weekend in Bourne.
Milton police log: March 25 to 31
from Boston.com – Your Town Milton
Monday, March 25
Accident: At 12:47 a.m., police responded to an accident on Reedsdale Road. A car struck a tree. One person was transported to Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital-Milton. A criminal complaint was filed against the operator for negligent operation, unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle, a marked lanes violation, and using without authority. (Read the full story here.)
Genetically Modified Organisms Film and Discussion
East Church presents a screening of the film “Genetic Roulette: the Gamble of Our Lives” featuring consumer advocate Jeffrey Smith of the Institute for Responsible Technology. A discussion with Jack Kittredge, Policy Director at Northeast Organic Farming Association, will follow the film.
Chief Grant addresses overtime issue
by Frank Schroth
At the last meeting of the Milton Board of Selectmen Chief Grant addressed the department’s overtime. At the previous meeting the Selectmen had discussed a request for a Reserve Fund Transfer of $32,000 to cover overtime costs (see related post here.). Selectmen Keohane said he would vote no, expressing concerns regarding management of the budget. The Selectmen invited the Chief to speak to the issue.
Yard Waste Collection begins next week
*** Yard Waste Collection ***
Begins next week – Monday April 8, 2013 – Friday April 12, 2013
Some Simple Guide Lines:
- Please remember to place all yard waste into barrels or in a paper leaf bag.
Bereavement Workshop: Walking Through Grief
Have you experienced the loss of a loved one in the past year? You aren’t alone.
Sessions for those experiencing loss through death of a family member or friend begin Tuesday, April 23, for 7 consecutive Tuesdays, ending June 4, 2012, 6:00-7:30 pm.