Community Corner
COVID Infection Rate + Plans To Save Mall
Here are all the top news stories in Milford along with key events in town.

Welcome back, Milford. Here's all the local news, events, and community posts you need for Saturday, Sept. 18.
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First, today's weather:
Partly cloudy throughout the day. High: 82 Low: 63.
Here are the top stories in Milford today:
- Milford's Coronavirus Infection Rate Rising: Here's What You Need To Know: Following a spike above 4.2 percent on Tuesday, the daily statewide coronavirus level dropped below 3 percent, where it has remained this week. (Milford Patch)
- Mall Owners Again Present New Plans To Save Milford Mall: The owners of the Connecticut Post Mall are once again pitching a plan that would result in major changes to the state's largest mall. (Milford Patch)
- Milford Public Schools Hiring For 47 Jobs: See The Full List: As we approach the end of September there are still plenty of local school jobs available. (Milford Patch)
- Obituary: Carol Eileen Smith, 86, of Milford (Milford Patch)
- Obituary: Alfred E. Benjamin, 81, of Milford (Milford Patch)
- Check Out The 5 Most Expensive Homes For Sale In Milford (Milford Patch)
Today in Milford:
- Estate Sale and Multi-Family Street Tag Sale (9:00 AM)
- Multi-Family Tag Sale Park Circle Milford (9:00 PM)
- V G XC Jonathan Law @ Bethel Invitational (9:30 AM)
- V B XC Jonathan Law @ Bethel Invitational (9:30 AM)
- Saturday Sound Bath Healing With Gary Posner (10:00 AM)
- V G SWIM Jonathan Law v. Bunnell - Jonathan Law High School Sports (10:00 AM)
- JV FB Jonathan Law @ Weaver - Jonathan Law High School Sports (10:00 AM)
- V G SOC Jonathan Law v. Daniel Hand - Jonathan Law High School Sports (12:00 PM)
- CT's Kid Governor Virtual Whistle Stop (1:00 PM)
- JV G SOC Jonathan Law v. Daniel Hand (2:00 PM)
- Spirits of Milford Ghost Walk (7:00 PM)
- The Talbott Brothers (8:00 PM)
Milford Patch Notebook
- Milford Public Library: "September is CHILDHOOD CANCER AWARENESS month and the Milford Public Library has set-up displays in both the Children's and Young Adult department to raise awareness for childhood cancer. #gogoldforchildhoodcancer ..." (Facebook)
- Milford Regional Chamber of Commerce, CT: "Prime 16 - Orange is participating in Restaurant Week as a featured restaurant! Follow us to make sure you don't miss all the news! https://milfordctrestaurantwee... #DineOutMilford" (Facebook)
- Milford Regional Chamber of Commerce, CT: "Congratulations to Dawn Puchala and Key Realty on their new downtown office! Key Realty of Connecticut, LLC. Photos by Greg Gieger" (Facebook)
- The Boys & Girls Club of Milford, CT: "A day at the club is a day to remember! Today was filled with lots of crafts, sports and laughter! " (Facebook)
- Bridges Healthcare, Inc.: "How can you make a difference in #suicide prevention? Learn about what to do if you think someone might be at risk for self-harm by reading these 5 Action Steps for Helping Someone in Emotional Pain. #SuicidePreventionMonth" (Facebook)
- United Way of Milford: "United Way is dedicated to building a better tomorrow for our community! A special THANK YOU to Tito's Handmade Vodka for being a Bronze Sponsor at this year's United Way of Milford - 20th Annual Golf Classic on Friday, September 17! You..." (Facebook)
- Bridges Healthcare, Inc.: "So fun- can't wait! Bridges appreciates this amazing community support!" (Facebook)
- Milford Arts Council, the MAC: "If you are looking for a truly unique experience in our state, check out I-Park… I've had the pleasure of touring the grounds. You will not be disappointed We hosted a film of one of there biennial exhibitions… magical" (Facebook)
- Milford Arts Council, the MAC: "Tickets are running out to join Doug Munro, Founders House, and The MAC for our Gypsy Swing Brunch on Oct 31st! https://milfordarts.org/doug-m... Only 8 tickets left!" (Facebook)
- The Boys & Girls Club of Milford, CT: "Register today for the Boys & Girls Club Be the Change Keystone club! This club offers fundraising, volunteer hours, academic success and more!" (Facebook)
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Events:
- The Tidal Exchange FLEA Market (September 18)
- Estate Sale and Multi-Family Street Tag Sale (September 18)
- Mary Lisa, Formerly of Sedona Bethel, Doing Virtual Sat. Readings (September 18)
- Medicare 101 (September 18)
- Multi-Family Tag Sale Park Circle Milford (September 18)
- The Shakespeare Market (September 19)
- "Our Common Ground: Insights From Listening to American Voters" (September 19)
- Medicare 101 (September 21)
- Paranormal Dinner & Ghost Tour (September 23)
- The Fall Classic Outdoor Tournament to benefit Bridges Healthcare (September 24)
- New York City Opera Star and Local Celebrities Bring Broadway to East Haven Landmark (September 25)
- The Valley Psychic Fair (September 26)
- Taxes in Retirement Seminar (September 28)
- Fairfield Prep Open House (October 3)
- Medium Gallery Reading w/Tracy Ann McGrath (October 6)
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Announcements:
- US Gold Medalist Sapphira Ching of Hopkins School joined Quakers! (Details)
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Gigs & services:
- Vehicles wanted! Top prices paid! (Details)
- Stop waiting to install that new roof! $500 off your next project (Details)
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Job listings:
- Production Worker - 2nd shift - Seasonal (Details)
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— 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.
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