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Milford, Connecticut

Located in New Haven County, Connecticut, Milford was founded in 1639. One of Connecticut's oldest towns (1639). Silver Sands State Park has a tombolo connecting Charles Island.
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Founded 1639 | Population 54,000 | Peak 54,000 (2024) | County New Haven County

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1639 Founded: One of oldest CT towns.
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1639 Early Settlement: Milford was established by early settlers in the region.
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2010 Modern Era: Milford continued to develop as part of the greater metropolitan area, with new infrastructure and community amenities.
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2020 Modern Growth: Milford continued to grow as part of its metropolitan area.
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Latest News in Milford

Dec 15, 2015
After Prison Former Bridgeport Connecticut Mayor Wants Old Job Back
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Jul 12, 2015
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Apr 5, 2015
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Complete Historical Timeline

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Did You Know?

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One of Connecticut's oldest towns (1639).
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Silver Sands State Park has a tombolo connecting Charles Island.
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Between New Haven and Bridgeport on Long Island Sound.
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Milford is located in New Haven County, Connecticut.
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Milford has a population of approximately 54,000.

Famous People from Milford, Connecticut

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Christy Carlson Romano
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Ellen Muth
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Jonathan Quick
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Dylan Bruno
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Frank J. Sprague
Businessperson, Inventor · Born Jul 25, 1857 · Died Oct 25, 1934 (age 77)

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