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New Milford proclaims Black History Month and acknowledges discovered African‑American burying ground
Summary
At a mayor-and-council work session the borough proclaimed February 2026 Black History Month and noted the discovery of an African‑American burying ground believed to predate 1884; the mayor called for recognition and continued efforts toward equity and racial justice.
At a work session meeting, the New Milford mayor and council proclaimed February 2026 as Black History Month and publicly acknowledged the discovery of an African‑American burying ground in the borough that officials said likely predates 1884.
"Now therefore, I, Mayor Michael Batrino, mayor of the borough of Milford, proclaim February 2026 to be Black History Month and…
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