Milton Independent

06/15/2026

Ninety-five students graduated from Milton High School on Saturday. Speakers challenged the Class of 2026 to embrace service and shape the future, while a moving rendition of "Lean on Me" brought some graduates to tears. Read more here.

Ninety-five seniors received diplomas during commencement exercises June 13 before a packed crowd of family members, friends and teachers gathered in the school's gymnasium.

06/15/2026

This Wednesday, the Milton Democratic Party and Milton-Westford-Georgia Indivisible will host a community potluck and meet-and-greet featuring Democratic candidates from Milton-area legislative districts,

The event is scheduled for 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 17, at the Milton Grange Hall, 135 River St. Organizers describe the gathering as a family-friendly opportunity for residents to meet candidates, ask questions and connect with neighbors.

06/14/2026

Marvel at this cabin in the woods in Richmond.

Home tour of the week is sponsored by Flex Realty

06/12/2026

10 events are coming to Milton this rainy week, including art classes, bingo and more!

Submit your event to this calendar by emailing details to [email protected]

06/11/2026

Leaving their mark.

Nearly eight years after Milton Elementary's last student-created mural, fourth-graders are creating a Vermont-themed farewell gift before moving on to middle school. Read more:

The Vermont-themed mural, designed with input from students and brought to life through a collaboration between Milton Elementary School and the Milton Artists’ Guild, is serving as both an art project and a farewell gift to the elementary school from the Class of 2034, who are moving on to middle...

06/11/2026

Vermont Nut Free Chocolates is shifting its candy to plant-based colors by the end of 2026.

The Colchester-based business has already formulated its M&M-style candies, Skippers, with colors sourced from blackcurrant, sweet potatoes, carrots, radishes and beets. The business hopes by moving away from artificial dyes, its products can be picked up by more natural food wholesalers and land on...

06/10/2026

Vermont's Aug. 11 primary election is beginning to take shape, with contested races emerging for governor, lieutenant governor, Congress and several legislative seats representing Milton residents.

06/10/2026

Free memory screenings will be available throughout the event, and attendees will have an opportunity to ask questions and connect with local resources.

BURLINGTON – The Alzheimer's Foundation of America will host a free educational conference for caregivers, families and community members on Wednesday, July 15, at the Burlington Harbor Hotel.

06/09/2026

Parades, fireworks, live music and a new tribute to Milton veterans are all part of this year’s Fourth of July celebration. Find out what’s planned, where to go and how to register for the parade.

Saturday's celebration will begin with Milton's Grand Parade at 11 a.m. The parade will travel from Herrick Avenue to Bombardier Park West, proceeding along Herrick Avenue, U.S. Route 7 South and Bombardier Road before ending at the park. The annual parade typically draws hundreds of participants an...

06/09/2026

Stay safe this summer with these heat-smart tips from the Vermont Department of Health!

VERMONT — As the season’s first stretch of hot weather is forecast to set in this week, health officials are reminding Vermonters to ease into physical activities and be aware