Vaccine Update + Thanksgiving Food Drive: Milford News

Milford CT

16 November, 2021

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Welcome back, Milford. Here's all the local news, events, and community posts you need for Wednesday, Nov. 17. The Daily is made possible by these local businesses: New Haven Painters; Real Estate Salesperson Delaney Smith; Real Estate Agent Nick Vicino; and R & D Cleaning Service. Want to see your business featured in this spot in the newsletter? Click here to get started. First, today's weather: Sun mixing with clouds. High: 55 Low: 51. Here are the top stories today in Milford: City Of Milford: Minute With The Mayor – COVID 19 Vaccination Update: See the latest announcement from the City of Milford. (Press Release Desk) Milford scouts help bring Thanksgiving meals to 300 local families: The meals were distributed as part of the 17th annual Thanks-For-Giving food drive. (Middletown Press) Milford Resident Wins $30k Lottery Prize: The winning scratch ticket was also recently sold at a Milford business, according to the Connecticut Lottery. (Milford Patch)Obituary: George Healey, 78, formerly of Milford (Milford Patch) Today's Milford Daily is brought to you by our friends at GoodRx — the best way to save money on your prescriptions. GoodRx helps you locate the lowest prices for medications at local pharmacies, so you're not overpaying. Works for pet medications too! To see how much you can save, go to GoodRx.com. Today in Milford: V G VB Jonathan Law @ CIAC Girls Volleyball Semifinals (LL/L) (12:00 AM) The Truth About Today's Marijuana: Lessons Learned from Colorado's Legalization (3:30 PM) 6:00-7:00pm - PFO Meeting - Platt Technical High School (6:00 PM) 11/17/2021 Sewer Commission Meeting - City of Milford CT (6:00 PM) American Impressionism: From France to Our Shores (7:00 PM) American Impressionism (7:00 PM) Wildermere Beach Church- Come Study God's Word With Us (7:15 PM) Milford Patch Notebook Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy Syndrome Association (RSDSA): "This #CRPS Awareness Month, we're taking the time to highlight Warriors we have lost over the years: https://bit.ly/3Fl3VPV If you're interested in adding a loved one to the Memorial, please fill out the form found here: https://bit.ly/3..." (Facebook) American Legion Post 196: "Kielbasa Dinner Friday November 19th 4-6 pm Only $7.00" (Facebook) Milford CT City Hall: "🇺🇸 Last night, Mayor Ben Blake, City Clerk Karen Fortunati, members of the Board of Aldermen, Board of Education, Planning and Zoning Board, and Constables were all sworn into their respective offices during the City of Milford 2021 In..." (Facebook) Lauralton Hall Alumnae: "Shelby Lee Freed '00 graduated with a Bachelors and Masters of Science in Nursing from the MGH Institute of Health Professions in Boston, Massachusetts in 2011. She recently completed a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree at the Oreg..." (Facebook) Milford Regional Chamber of Commerce, CT: "A proud day for Milford as our new leadership takes its duties. #milfordregionalchamberofcommerce #milfordct" (Facebook) Pantochino Productions: "The Happiest Holiday Musical of the Season features Shelley! Grab a table for your family now! #musicaltheatre #chrsitmastree #downtownmilfordct" (Instagram) The Boys & Girls Club of Milford, CT: "We drew our favorites today at Meadowside so that we can get to know each other better!" (Facebook) Milford Public Library: "There will be no outdoor Storytime today, Tuesday, 11/16, due to the temperature. Weather on Thursday, 11/18, should be nice! All are welcome to join us at Storytime on Thursday this week! #milfordct" (Facebook) American Legion Post 196: "Enjoy the music of Chris and Irena Friday November 19th from 5:00-7:00 pm." (Facebook) Literacy Volunteers of Southern Connecticut: "Start your holiday shopping early -- and help Literacy Volunteers at the same time! On Friday, November 19, Barnes & Noble in Milford will host a book fair from 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm. If you hand in a voucher when you make a purchase, Barne..." (Facebook) Milford Prevention Council: "There is still time to register for this important event. Today's marijuana is significantly stronger than in years past. High-potency marijuana can contain up to 90 percent THC. These concentrates can have devastating effects on users' ..." (Facebook) Milford Recreation: "Registration for our second annual combine event is open and closing soon. Don't miss out on this great opportunity to test your skills like the pros. Join the event below and register here: https://milfordct.myrec.com/info/activities/pr..." (Facebook) From our sponsors — thanks for supporting local news! Featured businesses: New Haven Painters — Free Quotes on Interior Exterior and Cabinets! (Visit website) Real Estate Salesperson Delaney Smith — Friendly No Pressure Real Estate Agent (Visit Website) Real Estate Agent Nick Vicino — Licensed Real Estate Agent Buying or Selling (Visit website) R & D Cleaning Service — Home & Office Cleaning Service Add your business here Events: Taxes In Retirement Seminar (November 18) Fairfield Prep Open House is Saturday, Nov. 20 (November 20) Pumpkin & Holly Fair (November 20) St. John's Carpatho-Russian Orthodox Church christmas Fair (November 20) Holiday Sip & Shop (November 20) Holiday Train Shows - Boothe Memorial Railway Society (November 20) Magic Of Motown (November 20) 9th Annual Orange Rotary Turkey Trot 5K Race and Health Walk (November 25) 2nd Annual Frosty Fest (A drive by/walk through fundraiser) (December 5) ExploreND: Notre Dame Open House (December 7) Add your event Gigs & services: Real Estate Salesperson Delaney Smith (Details) Add your gig or service Job listings: Hair Stylists/Colorists Wanted -- Chair Rentals Available also (Details) Tax Preparer (Details) Add your job listing If you're loving these newsletters, consider inviting some of your friends and neighbors to read along. You can send them this link to subscribe. — Chris Rhatigan About me: Chris Rhatigan is a freelance writer and editor. Have a news tip or suggestion for an upcoming Milford Daily? I'm all ears. You can reach me at [email protected].