Thursday, June 20, 2013
Your local forecast, a presentation at the library, two public meetings and more in Wilmington on June 20.
1. Your 3-day Local Weather Forecast: 2. Reader Comment of the Day: "It would be nice to hear that the candidates would take a position to support an effort to see that pesticides would be banned from crops, genetically modified foods would be banned, and growth hormones would be banned from food. This would make for a more healthy and prosperous country. It would also demonstrate leadership and care for people." reader Kevin MacDonald commenting on the article, Gomez, Markey Grapple in Final Senate Debate. 3. It's Happening Today: Check out the presentation, "Protecting Your Nestegg" at the Wilmington Memorial Library at 7 p.m. The discussion will be led by Attorney Raymond Cannon, who will talk about how to preserve your assets during …
Tuesday, June 18, 2013
Your local forecast, three public meetings, rosary at St. Dorothy's, a Relay For Life recap and more in Wilmington on June 18.
1. Your 3-day Local Forecast: 2. Reader Comment of the Day: "I am going to give my age away here, but it would be worth it if only I could be 12 years old again. I spent every breathing moment from Monday through Friday at my local baseball field. Arrived early morning stayed until dinner time. Had to be home by 5 PM or else!! It was just like in the movie Sandlot..." reader Joe DuCharme commenting (in part) on the article, If I Were a Kid I Would Totally Do That. 3. It's Happening Today: Public meetings scheduled for Tuesday, June 18 in Wilmington, according to the town website, include the Board of Health at 5:30 p.m. in Town Hall Meeting Room 9, Board of Library Trustees at 7 p.m. in the Banda Room at the Wilmington Memorial Library …
Monday, June 17, 2013
Your local forecast, Shawsheen/West PAC fundraiser, music for toddlers at the library and more in Wilmington on June 17.
1. Your 3-day Local Forecast: 2. Reader Comment of the Day: "It's about time they got this kind of system,the "stopfraud" program.Do you know how many telemarketers call a day? I just entered the "do not call registry" under "www.mass.gov/donotcall"; or call toll: 1.866.231.2255. about a week ago,It all a JOKE! Would you like to see my ID caller unit at my house and find out how many telemarketers called past this week? Who can you blame the local phone company and the FCC? The answer is YES!" Reader Upset commenting on the article, Elder Abuse Awareness Day: Western Union and Better Business Bureau Promote Fraud Awareness on U.N. Observance. 3. It's Happening Today: Stop by Chili's on Monday with this coupon and donate 10 percent of …
Thursday, June 13, 2013
Your local forecast, a presentation on Social Security benefits at the library and more in Wilmington on June 13.
1. Your 3-day Local Forecast: 2. Reader Comment of the Day: "Perhaps rather than plug in or full electric vehicles, the Town can consider hybrids? They cost the same and do offer better mileage. My Nissan Altima Hybrid gets pretty good mileage in the city (35 mpg) when I drive around 35 mph and below. Overall my car averages 35 mpg based on the onboard tracking meter since I've owned it. And the Altima is just one option, the Toyota offers even more savings," reader webmom commenting on the article, Selectmen Consider Electric Vehicle Incentive Program. 3. It's Happening Today: A representative from the Lowell Social Security office will give an overview of Social Security benefits at the Wilmington Memorial Library Thursday at 1 p.m. …
Wednesday, June 12, 2013
Your local forecast, a School Committee meeting, a Boston Strong benefit dinner and more in Wilmington on June 12.
1. Your 3-day Local Forecast: 2. Reader Comment of the Day: "A note to the Health Director: Please continue your efforts to emphasize sun safety with the youth. Young people don't think of melanoma when tanning...it's not something they even consider. We really need to push this sooner...before the proms when girls want to tan, all summer when biking, etc., Aug 1st seems a bit late in the summer. I personally think we need to dispel the 'healthy tan' look and just have people accept their skin shade. I preach this to my kids," Reader webmom commenting on the article, Selectmen Consider Electric Vehicle Incentive Program. 3. It's Happening Today: The Wilmington School Committee will meet at 6:30 p.m. at the Wilmington High School Library…
Tuesday, June 11, 2013
Your local forecast, a Historical Commission meeting, a look back at last night's Board of Selectmen meeting and more in Wilmington on June 11.
1. Your 3-day Local Forecast: 2. Reader Comment of the Day: "Why is the Town purchasing equipment from Woburn? Shouldn't they support local businesses that pay taxes in Wilmington?" Reader Marion commenting on the article, What Did The Town Pay For Last Week? 3. It's Happening Today: The Historical Commission will meet at 7:30 p.m. at the Town Museum. 4. It's Also Happening Today: Check out Imajine That Presents Little Picasso’s Art Studio: Under the Sea at the Wilmington Memorial Library at 10 a.m. Children will get to make a cool shark hat, sandy starfishes and a mini fish aquarium in this basic art class. Ages 3-6. 5. ICYMI: Couldn't make the Board of Selectmen meeting last night? We've got you covered, check out our full coverage of…
Monday, June 10, 2013
Your local forecast, a Board of Selectmen meeting, what the town spent on and more in Wilmington on June 10.
1. Your 3-day Local Forecast: 2. Reader Comment of the Day: "Yes someone got the child. A very nice older woman. Older child let younger one out with the guard dog. while mother and childen were all playing hide and seek. We were all frantic. Looking all over the house, for him. We have now installed a high chain locking system that even I have a hard time with. And I know all this to be true because I am his grandmother. And was obviously very upset," Reader sherrie02151@yahoo.com commenting on the article, Police Log: Infant in the Road and Assaulted After a Tow. 3. Today in Public Meetings: Public meetings scheduled for Monday, June 10 in Wilmington, according to the town website, include the Board of Selectmen at 6:30 p.m. 4. …
Friday, June 7, 2013
Your local weekend forecast, learn to skate classes, a Filipino culinary delights luncheon and more in Wilmington on June 7.
1. Your Weekend Forecast: 2. Reader Comment of the Day: "Isn't there a leash law in town??? Stop killing the turkeys," Reader blondie320 commenting on the article, Police Log: Stolen Drugs, Turkeys Killed and a Phone Taken. 3. It's Happening Today: Has watching the Bruins dominance of the Pittspurgh Penguins got you itching to lace up your skates? Before you do, check out the Learn-To-Skate classes happening at Ristuccia Arena on Friday afternoons. Classes are from 4 p.m. to 4:50 p.m. or 5:20 p.m. to 6:10 p.m. Learn the basics of skating all the way through freestyle skating, which includes single jumps and spins. Also offered is Learn-to-Skate hockey, which provides the necessary skating skills to become an advanced skater on your …
Thursday, June 6, 2013
Your local forecast, lego building time at the library, two public meetings and more in Wilmington on June 6.
1. Your 3-day Local Forecast: 2. Reader Comment of the Day: "As a 40 year Wilmington resident and also very proud of where I have been raised you wrote this so perfect and I couldn't agree more. I wish you the best of luck in your new community, maybe a little of Wilmington, MASS will be shared with NY!" Reader Stacie commenting on the article, What We Love about Wilmington, a Tough Good-Bye. 3. It's Happening Today: Swing by the Wilmington Memorial Library at 3:45 for Lego building time! Play and build with your friends. 4. It's Also Happening Today: Public meetings scheduled for Thursday, June 6, according to the town website, include Recreation Commission at 5 p.m. in Town Hall Room 8 and High School Building Commission at 6:30 p.m. …
Wednesday, June 5, 2013
Your local forecast, a public meeting, movie night and more in Wilmington on June 5.
1. Your 3-day Local Forecast: 2. Reader Comment of the Day: "As a Republican, Sen. Tarr, your previous strong stance on less Government, less intervention, is aligned with this current view: " DNA evidence collected after arraignment can be properly safeguarded and disposed of if a conviction isn’t obtained" I think not. No matter the crime, convicted or not, I don't want my DNA in the hands of the government, even as I have nothing to hide. It's simply way too invasive and big-brotherish for me," Reader A Huxley commenting on the article, Senator Tarr’s Statement on a Supreme Court DNA Decision. 3. It's Happening Today: The Wilmington Conservation Commission will meet Wednesday, June 5 at 7 p.m. in Town Hall Meeting Room 9. 4. It's …
