Milford Matters

Milford, CT, November 30, 2012 – Principal Ann Pratson of The Academy of Our Lady of Mercy, Lauralton Hall has announced the Honor Roll for the First Quarter of the 2012 – 2013 school year. High Honors students have achieved an average of at least 92 in all academic courses; Honors students have an average of at least 86 in all academic courses. ANSONIA Resident Honors             Grade 11: Chelsea Rhodes BETHEL Resident Honors             Grade 10: Laura Shafer BRANFORD Residents Honors Grade 11: Ali Luchini Grade 9: Ashley Luchini BRIDGEPORT Residents High Honors Grade 12: Maria Flores Grade 10: Jaclyn Brewster, Alexandra Moleski and Yvonne Nguyen Grade 9: Liliana Delmonic and Dominika Wojciechowski Honors Grade 12: Rajane Brown, Linda Fuller, Cameron Gerrity, Nadia Makhraz, Brenda Moreno and Caitlin Nevins Grade 11: Rashauna Banks, Safir...

Milford Police charged a New Haven woman with forgery for allegedly using counterfeit money. They also arrested a Bridgeport man for allegedly interfering with police. Read the whole log here.

A Milford man admitted to breaking into a number of vehicles after being arrested for burglary, according to police. Police received a complaint from a resident about an intruder inside his parked vehicle around 4:00 a.m. on Wednesday. Police located James Digangi, 27, next to the complainant's residence with a GPS and flashlight that were taken from inside the vehicle, police said. Police said also found Digangi in possession of marijuana and related drug paraphernalia during his arrest. He later admitted to entering other vehicle in the area, according to police. Digangi was charged with 6th-degree larceny, 3rd-degree burglary  possession of marijuana and possession of drug paraphernalia. He was held on a $1,000 bond.

The Board of Education went over many high school athletic topics Monday night before the start of budget season. Jonathan Law High School Principal Francis Thompson requested an additional coach for the cross country team due to safety reasons. "That is what I take into consideration more than anything else," he said. "I want the kids to be safe.” The nature of the sport can put athletes three miles apart, which makes it physically impossible for a coach to monitor the entire team at once, said Anthony Vitelli, Foran High School athletic director at the board meeting. This isn't the first time the issue has appeared before the board. "Clearly we've had some public comments and communications about not having enough coaches," said Chairwoman Tracy Casey (D-2). The board may also consider hiring a full-time athletic director for each high school. Currently, each school has a .6 full-time equivalent athletic director. Each director is also a .4 FTE tea...

Milford police arrests include someone allegedly stealing five bottles of cologne from a local store.

There were no reported DUI cases in the blotter over Thursday and Friday. There were at least two cases of an arrestee allegedly getting into a physical altercation with a relative. Friday blotter Thursday blotter

From Downtown Milford Business Association: Visitors will enjoy a nostalgic weekend during the popular classic New England weekend, a traditional event that celebrates the holiday season in true festive style at the 11 th   Annual Downtown Milford Lamplight Stroll on Friday, December 7 th   from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. and on Saturday, December 8 th , from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Visit   www.downtownmilfordct.org   or email info@downtownmilfordct.org   for more information. Downtown Milford ’s finest shops, spas and salons will enthusiastically greet visitors with refreshments, holiday cheer and a unique holiday shopping experience! Some lucky shopper will win a Gift Basket - worth hundreds of dollars - filled with gift certificates, goodies, surprises and treats from downtown businesses. Beginning the week after Thanksgiving, visitors can collect a Gift Basket “Passport” at any participating shop or business.   December 7 th   and 8 th , shop...

 Bistro Basque will be donating a large dish of paella for clean-up volunteers. Clean-up efforts are scheduled for Sunday Nov. 25. Walnut Beach clean-up is at 9:00 a.m. and Silver Sands State Park is at 2:00 p.m.

Jennifer Lydiksen, of Milford, a student in the MBA program at Quinnipiac University , received the School of Business’ Emerging Leader Award at Quinnipiac’s Business Leader Hall of Fame event Nov. 16 at the Metropolitan Club in New York City. This award recognizes business students who demonstrate excellence both in and out of the classroom, including leadership roles on campus and/or significant community service.

Arrests include one for an alleged DUI and another for alleged narcotics possession. Read the blotter here.

The Downtown Milford Business Association (DMBA) has launched a new program, "Downtown Milford Cares." The first event of this program will be a non-perishable food collection to restock the seriously depleted inventory of The Milford Food Bank.  Donation drop locations are: Café Atlantique, Me Boutique, Milford Photo, Park Lane Deli, Tranquility Wellness Spa, Villa Gourmet, Village Vogue Boutique, Will-O-Wisp Beads, and the leasing office for Spinnaker Apartments. More information www.downtownmilfordct.org or email info@downtownmilfordct.org .

Milford police arrests include a violation of probation , someone issuing a bad check, and a dui. Of course all offenses are alleged.

The Milford Police Department arrest log for the weekend includes several arrests including someone allegedly punching a pregnant woman in the stomach , and in a separate arrest someone allegedly stealing a cell phone from a local shoe store.

By Ben Blake Mayor of Milford, CT On behalf of all of the citizens of Milford, I would like to thank everyone who has helped in the Storm Sandy recovery efforts.  Your hard work and generosity truly demonstrates why Milford is a “small city with a big heart.”  As you well know, we have had a difficult few weeks since Sandy darkened our city, with hundreds of resident displaced and thousands of homes damaged.   A follow-up Nor’easter only seemed like a bitter second punch.  But, it is through the tireless and impressive efforts of our city workers, our volunteer organizations and our citizenry that we have turned the tides and are re-building our great city.  Our recovery is a work in progress, but thanks to those who gave of themselves to help others, we are all on the road to recovery. Everywhere we look, in every neighborhood, the people of Milford are coming together to help those in need.  So many have shared their strengths and skills ...

Breaking news: The Milford Police Department is currently investigating complaints involving a local attorney, Michael Hayes age 53 of 119 Coram Lane in Orange, who is accused of embezzling money from clients.  We have a story online here with more information

The holidays are a special time of the year but they are also a time when people are especially vulnerable to burglary, theft and other crimes. The Crime Prevention Unit is offering a few tips in order to reduce the chances of you or your family becoming victims of crime. Protect Yourself:  Have your car keys in hand so you don’t have to linger before entering your car. Check the back seat and under the car before getting in.  Always lock the car doors after entering or leaving your car.  Try to plan your shopping trip with other people. Don’t shop alone.  Walk and park only in well-lighted areas. Always be aware of your surroundings; pay attention to any unusual or suspicious activity or persons and report them.  Never leave your purchases in plain view in your car. If you have more shopping to do, lock them in the car out of sight.  Teach children that, should they get separated from you in a shopping mall, they should go to a cashier or security person a...