Holiday classics come to life at local book store
In Dr. Seuss’s classic holiday tale, the bitter, green-faced Grinch has a change of heart after stealing all of the presents, food, Christmas trees, and decorations from the homes in Whoville. Barnes...
View ArticleCity plants new trees on green, just in time for annual tree lighting...
City workers unload new trees at the Milford Green. The Milford Recreation Department has planted 25 new trees on the Milford Green, just in time for the annual tree lighting ceremony the day after...
View ArticleObituary: Albin Vitas Wickun, 96, former Alderman of Milford
Albin Vitas Wickun, former Alderman of Milford, died in Boca Raton, Fl. on November 15, 2013 at the age of 96. Born and educated in Bridgeport, CT, he resided in Milford over 25 years before moving to...
View ArticleLibrary hosts program on Obamacare
The Affordable Care Act, also known as Obamacare, will go into effect Jan. 1, and for many it still remains a mystery. The Milford Public Library will host an information session on Thursday, Dec. 5,...
View ArticleObituary: Daniel “Beasty” Dickinson, 57, of Milford
Daniel “Beasty” Dickinson, age 57, of Milford, beloved husband of the late Marion Dickinson, died on Saturday, November 23. Danny was born in Bridgeport, CT on February 21, 1956 to the late Kenneth and...
View ArticleObituary: Jeannette “Jean” R. Pelletier, 82, of Milford
Jeannette (Jean) R. Pelletier, age 82, of Milford for over 50 years, beloved wife of the late Philip D. Pelletier, died on Friday, November 22. Jeannette was born in Limestone, ME on October 26, 1931...
View ArticleInterfaith Thanksgiving service Wednesday at St. Mary’s
Milford’s annual multi-faith community Thanksgiving Eve service will take place on Wednesday, Nov. 27, beginning at 7 p.m. in the Sanctuary of the Saint Mary Roman Catholic Church, located at 70 Gulf...
View ArticlePop’s opens doors for people looking for Thanksgiving meal
The Pop’s family: Virginia Kikis, Sabatino Kikis, Eleni Grigoriadis, granddaughter Julia Kikis, Gus Grigoriadis, Julia Grigoriadis, Stavros Kikis and Ipakoi Grigoriadis. For many years, Gus...
View ArticleGive thanks
Don’t forget to remember your past, as old friends will gather at impromptu get-togethers and celebrations. Go out and support local kids. Milford firefighters are conducting their annual Toys for Tots...
View Article‘Child’s Christmas in Wales’ at Milford Library
Milford actor Colin Lane will present a performance of Dylan Thomas’ “A Child’s Christmas in Wales” on Monday, Dec. 9, at 2 p.m. and at 7 p.m. at the Milford Public Library. Lane will be accompanied by...
View ArticleString quartet highlights annual Lisman holiday concert
The 23rd annual Frederick Lisman Memorial Holiday Concert, sponsored by the Milford Arts Council, will be held in the City Hall Auditorium on Sunday, Dec. 8, at 4 p.m. The concert was conceived to...
View ArticleAnthony’s High Tech owner charged with insurance fraud
A Milford businessman was arrested last week on insurance fraud charges for allegedly claiming flood damage from Superstorm Sandy. State officials said that Anthony Monaco, 42, owner of Lombard Motors...
View ArticleObituary: Anthony Dominic Mastroni, 70, of Milford
Anthony Dominic Mastroni, age 70, of Milford, CT entered into eternal peace on November 25, 2013. He was born in Bridgeport on August 8, 1943, raised in Trumbull and was a Milford resident for 44...
View ArticleMilford’s best and brightest find place at Albertus
Milford graduates have thrived at Albertus Magnus College. Among the undergraduates playing sports for the Falcons (front row l-r) are: Alyssa Puccilli; (second row) Jessica Radecki, Shelley Mirmina,...
View ArticleFlash flood warnings in effect until mid-morning
The National Weather Service has issued a flash flood warning for Fairfield County and Western New Haven County until 9:30 Wednesday morning. At 5:32 a.m., flash flooding was reported in areas in New...
View ArticleThanksgiving Football Preview Show LIVE 2 p.m.
Hersam Radio presents: Thanksgiving High School Football Preview Show LIVE Wed., 11/27 at 2:00 PM Join Rob Adams and Hersam Acorn sports staff as they discuss area Thanksgiving football games and...
View ArticleHanging of Greens — Sunday, Dec. 1
The United Church of Christ in Devon, 30 Ormond Street, will hold its annual Hanging of the Greens service for the beginning of Advent. The service begins at 10 a.m. Hear about the traditions of...
View ArticleSt. Gabe’s names honor roll students
St. Gabriel School has announced its first quarter honors for the 2013-2014 school year. High Honors Grade 5 Bridge Bennett, Jacob Fleisher, Madilyn Lula, Christian Mallari, Riley Shea and Celia Usher...
View ArticleStudents invited to take part in Milford’s Invention Convention
The Milford Education Foundation will present the first city-wide Milford Invention Convention, in association with the renowned Connecticut Invention Convention. The Milford Invention Convention is...
View ArticleDon’t forget holiday tree lighting this Friday
The holiday tree lighting will take place on the Milford green, Friday, Nov. 29. Holiday music begins at 5:30 p.m. and tree lighting takes place at 6:30 p.m. Holiday music and lights courtesy of the...
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