Boomtown in Downtown

Free WiFi is coming to the Milford Green today at 4 p.m. Last weekend's was a success. is open. As is Blank Space Gallery and . . A new is opening soon.

From a news perspective, there are so many good things happening in Downtown Milford, it's hard to keep up.

"There's a new level of excitement that's been coming on with a lot of different additions to downtown," said Bob Gregory, Director of Community & Economic Development.

"Certainly, some of the structural things, changes in buildings or building ownership," said Gregory of the improvements, also cited new apartments by Smith Craft and the Harrison's situation as some of positive activity in Downtown.

"There were a series of changes on South Broad St.," said Gregory, "and all of them were good."

Gregory also mentioned the work being done to provide free WiFi on the Milford Green.

Milford Technology Advisory Council

Like many civic groups in Milford, the Milford Technology Advisory Council has been quietly helping Milford for years, fixing up computers for social agencies and working with the United Way to give personal computers to those who cannot afford them.

On Tuesday at 4 p.m., a spotlight will be shone on the humble members of the Advisory Council. A 'cable-cutting' ceremony will take place right by the flag pole to announce the new Free WiFi on the Milford Green, said Council member Augie Harrigan.

They noted that Mayor Ben Blake had a great hand in getting this project off the ground, as well as the work of sponsors.

If you're in the area today, stop by and surf the web on your laptop, tablet or smart phone, free of charge.

What's Next

What do you think of the recent improvements to Downtown Milford? Is there more that can be done? Are there other areas of Milford that are being neglected as Downtown thrives? Let us know your thoughts and ideas in the comments section!