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. ☀️
In today's newsletter:
Milford's police chief responds to questions over Flock camera video
See inside a $1.5 million direct waterfront Milford cottage
What new testimony is emerging in Milford's high-profile police trial?
Also on today's calendar: Learn about our secular Bar & Bat Mitzvah program and 27 more events.
And lastly, we have a post from a neighbor, Lisa C.!
Today's riddle: What did one wall say to the other? 🤔 (Answer below!)
Tuesday: Breezy in the morning; cloudy, with a high of 66 and low of 50 degrees.
Wednesday: A steady breeze, temps: high: 66, low: 50.
Thursday: Breezy in the morning, with a high of 66 and low of 50 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
1. Milford Police Chief Issues Statement On Flock Cameras (patch.com) — Milford Police Chief Keith Mello is addressing residents' concerns after a social media image showed him in a Flock Safety promotional video, clarifying that his appearance was from a 2025 user conference and not an endorsement. He explains the city paid all travel costs, says the department uses such conferences to better understand technology deployed in Milford, and welcomes debate over Flock cameras as long as it is based on accurate facts.
2. Milford Home Listed For $1.5 Million (patch.com) — A waterfront cottage at 138 Shorefront Street in Milford is on the market for $1.5 million, offering year-round, direct access to Long Island Sound. The three-bedroom, two-bath home features an open floor plan and abundant natural light designed to showcase sweeping water views, including Charles Island, from much of the interior.
3. Third day of trial begins for ex-Stamford cop charged in fatal crash (thehour.com) — Proceedings are continuing at Milford Superior Court in the trial of former Stamford police officer Zachary Lockwood, charged with misconduct with a motor vehicle in a 2023 crash that killed Rev. Tommie Jackson. Jurors have seen dash-cam footage showing Lockwood speeding before impact and beginning CPR afterward, as he contests the felony charge after rejecting a plea deal.
4. Nightmare on I-95: Woman robbed at Milford's service plaza shares experience, stranger's kindness (wtnh.com) — A woman was robbed in seconds while pumping gas at Milford's I-95 northbound service plaza, losing her phone, keys, and wallet to masked thieves. She says the frightening encounter still haunts her, but she's grateful for a bystander's support, while state police continue investigating and ask anyone with information to contact Troop G.
5. The Great New England Hurricane of 1938 Made Landfall in Newport 88 Years Ago today (thenewportbuzz.com) — Eighty-eight years ago, the Great New England Hurricane roared ashore after passing through Milford bringing 14–18 foot storm tides along much of the state's coast and devastating communities across the region. The article recounts the storm's extraordinary speed, destructive winds, and catastrophic flooding, offering Milford residents context for one of the most powerful hurricanes ever to hit Southern New England.
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
Obituary: Aileen Butricks (Porto Funeral Homes) —Porto Funeral Homes Read on Patch
Barbara R. Barrett —Moriah Doyle Monsif Read on Patch
Free In-Person Stroke Event at St. Vincent's Medical Center —Hartford HealthCare Read on Patch
Janice Frederickson Carter, age 80, of Milford, passed away peacefully on September 16, 2026 —Cody-White Funeral Home Read on Patch
Milford Elks Lodge #1589 Honors Local Veterans with 13th Annual Veterans Boat Trip —Milford Elks Read on Patch
Looking for new gutters for our house. Does anyone have recent experience and a company to recommend? (Nextdoor Mary Ellen Dr)
Edgewell Personal Care Company posted a job opening for Utility Operator in Milford. Apply here.
Lucky Strike Entertainment posted a job opening for Porter 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: I'll meet you at the corner! (Thank you Gary M. for sending it in!) Got a good riddle for PatchAM? Submit it here!