Tag! You’re it!

iven the prominent “MISSENT” stamp, it’s unclear if Mr. Wright ever received the postcard from his Auntie thanking him for the chestnuts and sharing her excitement about her new hot water heater. What we do know, is that two short months prior to mailing, on August 7, 1910, New Haven silversmith Gen. George Hare Ford unveiled a new feature on the Milford Green. Dedicated to his puritan forebearer Thomas Hare Ford, who helped settle the town in 1639, the “Ford Fountain” was constructed of field stones taken from the Ford farm and boasted a “Paul Revere” lantern in the center. Clearly the new addition became an object of fascination for the local kids, who could hardly resist splashing each other and no doubt used it as home base for a regular game of tag.

Ann McGuire

Congratulations to the Milford Police Department on their newest recruit, K-9 Officer Winston, who will serve as the department’s first emotional support dog. Winston was raised and trained by incarcerated individuals through the Puppies Behind Bars Program.

PFC James Cox will be his partner and the duo will supplement efforts to engage the community by offering empathy and emotional support during times of crisis. Winston will also provide emotional support and overall officer wellness to the staff at the Milford Police Department. Follow him @k9winston_mpd.