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🌱 Patch AM: Visconti Secures Nomination For State House Seat In Milford

Coming up on the Milford Patch calendar: Laura's Treasure Trove - SALE Friday & Saturday this week

Thursday June 4th Patch AM (Lisa C.)

Good morning Milford! We're back in your inbox this morning to keep you in the loop with what's happening in and around town. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☕️️

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In today's newsletter:

  • Milford Republican Steve Visconti wins unanimous nod for state House run
  • Chick-fil-A clears key hurdle to open at Milford Crossing
  • One person killed, another injured in Milford East Broadway shooting

Also on today's calendar: Laura's Treasure Trove - SALE Friday & Saturday this week and 11 more events.

And lastly, we have a post from a neighbor, Lisa C.!

Today's riddle: What did the boy say when his dog fell off the cliff? 🤔 (Answer below!)


Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Mostly sunny, with a high of 83 and low of 55 degrees.
  • Friday: Very warm, temps: high: 87, low: 63. 🌶 Hot!
  • Saturday: Partly sunny and very warm, with a high of 89 and low of 68 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Visconti Secures Nomination For State House Seat In Milford (patch.com) — Milford residents will see a new name on the ballot as Republican Steve Visconti secures his party’s unanimous nomination for the 118th House District. Emphasizing taxpayer protection, public safety, and community-focused leadership, he positions his campaign as a push for stronger Milford representation in Hartford.    

2. Chick-Fil-A Plans For Milford Shopping Plaza Move Forward: Report (patch.com) — A long-debated Chick-fil-A at Milford Crossing is moving ahead after the city’s Planning and Zoning Board approved a settlement with the plaza’s owners. Updated plans address traffic and safety concerns, clearing the way for Milford’s first Chick-fil-A and adding another regional draw along the Boston Post Road.    

3. Fatal Shooting Under Investigation In Milford: Police (patch.com) — Milford police are investigating a deadly early-morning shooting on the 800 block of East Broadway that left one person dead and a woman hospitalized. Officers found both victims inside a home, which is now an active crime scene, and are asking anyone with information to contact detectives as the investigation continues.    

4. Milford Fire Chief Announces Retirement (patch.com) — Milford residents are seeing a major change in public safety leadership as Fire Chief Anthony Fabrizi retires after 32 years of service to the city. Hired in 1993 and appointed chief in 2023, Fabrizi was honored at a farewell gathering while Mayor Richard Smith praised his dedication to protecting Milford’s residents, businesses, and visitors.    


📸 Around Milford

📸 Charles Island thru the trees at Silver Sands State Park, Milford, CT —Lisa C.

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🪧 Patch Classifieds

  • Tag Sale Heritage Sound
    Residents are downsizing their various fine wares. June 6th 9am-2pm. Annual Event. Very popular with the community.  (More info)

💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Pelvic Pressure Isn’t Just Part of Life—Here’s When to Get Help —Hartford HealthCare Read on Patch
  • FREE Webinar: Erectile Dysfunction: It's time to talk about it —Hartford HealthCare Read on Patch
  • Breaking the Silence Around Men’s Mental Health —Milford Prevention Council (MPC) Read on Patch
  • The Neuroscience Behind Cannabis Addiction and Misuse —Milford Prevention Council (MPC) Read on Patch
  • Milford’s Perras Ruddy Selected as Colgate-Palmolive Scholar by 1,000 Dreams Fund —Isabel Ali Read on Patch
  • Orange long haired cat found!
    I walked out of my house and found it hanging out in my carport this morning. I figured it was somebody’s because it came right up to me to say hi. … (Nextdoor Naugatuck Gardens)
  • Good evening, I wanted to update on my earlier post.
    Nothing has happened in my front yard or back yard since the incident but i am quite shocked at what happened in the house. In my house there is this… (Nextdoor Grassy Lane)
  • Kelly Services, Inc. posted a job opening for Packaging Machine Operator in Milford. Apply here.
  • Gecko Hospitality posted a job opening for Restaurant Manager | Fast Casual Asian in Milford. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Milford here.

Ok Milford! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Doggone! (Thank you Juanita B. for sending it in!)Got a good riddle for PatchAM? Submit it here!


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