Milford Daily: Oyster Festival Success + Coach Celebrated

Milford CT

24 August, 2021

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Welcome back, Milford. Here's all the local news, events, and community posts you need for Wednesday, Aug. 25. First, today's weather: Humid throughout the day. High: 89 Low: 72. Here are the top stories in Milford today: Organizers: Milford Oyster Festival succeeded despite challenges: The annual event didn't draw its usual huge numbers, but still did well despite the pandemic, a storm warning, and a vaccination requirement. (New Haven Register) Milford celebrates Rich Nucifora's 50 years of coaching: 'He is a gift for us': Nucifora began coaching football in 1978 and has been lauded as "an eternal optimist." (CT Post) Thomas Zaleski Obituary (1957 - 2021): Zaleski was a lifelong resident and a Sikorsky employee for more than four decades. (Legacy.com) The Sad Tale Of How A Baby Oystercatcher Died in Milford (i95rock.com) Milford home sustains fire, smoke damage following kitchen fire (WTNH.com) Tired of paying too much for your prescriptions? GoodRx helps you locate the lowest prices for medications at local pharmacies. Works for pet medications, too! GoodRx also helps bring the Daily to Milford. Support our sponsor and see how much you can save by going to GoodRx.com. Today in Milford 08/25/2021 Sewer Commission Meeting - City of Milford CT (6:00 PM) Upcoming meeting - Housatonic River Job Network!!! (7:00 PM) Wildermere Beach Church- Come Study God's Word With Us (7:15 PM) Milford Patch Notebook Bridges Healthcare, Inc.: "#BacktoSchool is right around the corner. With all of the uncertainties of #COVID-19, if you need support for you and your child or teen to improve your mental well-being, reach out the Bridges Healthcare anytime- 203.878.6365. #Milford ..." (Facebook) Milford Regional Chamber of Commerce, CT: "This should be fun... Using a GIF, what kind of morning person are you? #Happy #Grumpy #Morning" (Facebook) Milford Regional Chamber of Commerce, CT: "What's coming up? Check back on the 27th!" (Facebook) United Way of Milford: "United Way is dedicated to building a better tomorrow for our community! A special THANK YOU to Mary Carter D'Amato & the D'Amato Brothers Builders for being a Golf Cart Sponsor at this year's United Way of Milford - 20th Annual Golf Cla..." (Facebook) American Legion Post 196: "Enjoy Take Two Music at Post 196 Friday starting at 4:30." (Facebook) Milford Prevention Council: "Talk with your child about what to do when there is alcohol at a party and create an exit plan. Learn more: https://www.samhsa.gov/talk-they-hear-you" (Facebook) Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy Syndrome Association (RSDSA): "If you can, please help the #CRPS community with the following question: Does anyone have information on adapting a standard wheelchair to have pneumatic tires? Will it provide a smoother ride? Has anyone you know of done this and did it..." (Facebook) Milford Junior Major League Baseball: "Can't wait for our upcoming Annual Hardball at the Harbor tournament Labor Day Weekend!" (Facebook) Milford Arts Council, the MAC: "Let's get ready for fall with a wonderful concert from our New England Guitar Society happening at the Milford Historical Society to close out our summer pop up series on Sept 11th. It is a free show thanks to our sponsor The Milford Bank!" (Facebook) The Boys & Girls Club of Milford, CT: "Who is going to join us this Saturday as we celebrate the life and legacy of Maren Sanchez and release her new ice cream flavor Maren's Swirl of Strength!" (Facebook) Bridges Healthcare, Inc.: "We are grateful to Golf Lounge 18 for hosting this tournament to benefit Bridges! PLAYER REGISTRATION OPEN Get your Friday Foursome together. Join us for the Fall Classic 4 person scramble and register today. Proceeds will be donated to ..." (Facebook) United Way of Milford: "What makes the work of United Way so great? Local faces committed to local change. " (Facebook) Auxiliary- Travis C. Kitchen Post VFW 7788: "Tonight is $5.00 Open Pool Night. Wed. Rib Diner $5.00 Come on down!!!!!!" (Facebook) The Boys & Girls Club of Milford, CT: "Please join us and celebrate Maren Sanchez's birthday this Saturday August 28th @ Micalizzi Milford from 1-4. Come share stories, memories and enjoy a new signature flavor in her honor called " Maren's Swirl Of Strength"! (Blue Raspberry..." (Facebook) Auxiliary- Travis C. Kitchen Post VFW 7788: "Tonight- Beef Stroganoff $5.00 5:00 pm till sold out" (Facebook) From our sponsors — thanks for supporting local news! Featured businesses: Add your business here Events: Catch the Biggest Bluefish this weekend and win $25,000! (August 28) FREE Trial Dance Classes, Studio Tour, Placement Evaluations, Amazing Faculty @ Rockwell Dance Ctr (August 29) September 13th, 14th "Live" Virtual CT Real Estate Licensing Classes! (August 31) Game On! Singles Mixer (August 31) Free Family Mini Photo Sessions! (September 5) Tag Sale and Craft Fair - Rent a Space! (September 11) 9-11 TRIBUTE Concert With Billy Joel's Original Band (September 11) Add your event You're all caught up for today. I'll see you soon! If you're feeling these newsletters, consider bringing some of your friends and neighbors into the fold. You can send them this link to subscribe. — Chris Rhatigan About me: Chris Rhatigan is a freelance writer and editor. He has previously worked for publications such as The New Haven Register and The Iowa City Press-Citizen. Have a news tip or suggestion for an upcoming Milford Daily? You can reach me at [email protected].