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🌱 Patch AM: 16 Establishments Cited In Milford Health Department Violations

And check out Admission and Financial Aid Information Session - Notre Dame High School on the Milford Patch calendar

Thursday September 24th Patch AM
Thursday September 24th Patch AM (Lisa C.)

Good day Milford! We're here again with what you need to know today. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☀️

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In today's newsletter:

  • Sixteen Milford eateries and businesses flagged for priority health violations
  • What one Milford I-95 robbery victim wants every driver to know
  • Need Medicare answers? Don't miss this Milford Library seminar Monday

Also on today's calendar: Admission and Financial Aid Information Session - Notre Dame High School and 25 more events.

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

Today's riddle: Do you know what the two sides of a circle are? 🤔 (Answer below!)


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Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Breezy in the morning, with a high of 67 and low of 52 degrees.
  • Friday: Turning cloudy; windy, temps: high: 68, low: 56.
  • Saturday: Windy with periods of rain, with a high of 63 and low of 55 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. 16 Establishments Cited In Milford Health Department Violations (patch.com) — Milford's Health Department cited 16 local establishments, including a hotel, coffee shop, and grocery store, for priority violations that must be fixed within 72 hours. Inspectors checked 44 food service locations in July, giving residents insight into how actively the city monitors food safety at places they visit regularly.
   

2. Woman Shares Warning After Frightening Experience At Milford I-95 Stop (patch.com) — A woman was robbed of her phone and bag at an I-95 service plaza in Milford, and she's now sharing her story to warn others. After a bystander helped her contact family and police, she's urging drivers to lock doors and keep valuables on them while fueling. State Police are investigating and ask anyone with information to call Troop G.
   

3. Local Event: Medicare Educational Seminar: 5 Key Elements to Consider (patch.com) — Milford seniors and caregivers can get clear, local guidance on Medicare at a free seminar at Milford Library on September 28 from 10–11 a.m. Local broker Susan Stokes will break coverage decisions into five key elements and answer questions, offering a straightforward way to cut through confusing ads and mailers before you choose or change plans.
   

4. We Ranked The 10 Best Breakfast Spots In Connecticut And These Are The Ones That Stood Out (takingthekids.com) — Breakfast lovers in Milford get a special shout‑out with The Corner Restaurant, a downtown favorite known for creative brunch dishes, cozy decor, and frequent weekend lines. The statewide roundup praises its walkable location near the harbor and green, encouraging you to turn a leisurely breakfast into a full morning exploring Milford's compact, scenic center.
   


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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Herman Gordon Holst, "Gordon", 99, of Milford, Connecticut, passed away peacefully on September 21, 2026. —Cody-White Funeral Home Read on Patch
  • What Your Body's Trying to Tell You: 6 Signals You Could Be Missing —Hartford HealthCare Read on Patch
  • Eight Years of Gratitude: Joann Dunsing Hypnosis Named Natural Nutmeg 10BEST Winner —Joann Dunsing Read on Patch
  • Obituary: Linda Evangeliste O'Brien (Porto Funeral Homes) —Porto Funeral Homes Read on Patch
  • Obituary: Lena Franco (Porto Funeral Homes) —Porto Funeral Homes Read on Patch
  • Hey All- Looking for vet recommendation in milford/stratford area.
    I just moved up here and need to get my 2yr old aussie fixed and I think she needs some shots. I am not interested in Nutmeg. Looking for a more… (Nextdoor Devon/Walnut Beach)
  • What is the average price around here to have my dog spayed?
    i was quoted around 1290 at Milford Animal hospital just wanted to see if that price is inline with other vets in the area (Nextdoor Devon/Walnut Beach)
  • Whole Foods posted a job opening for Produce Team Member (Clerk, Floor Service) - Part Time in Milford. Apply here.
  • Brinker International posted a job opening for Line Cook - Milford Chili's 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: The inside and the outside ! (Thank you James M. for sending it in!)
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