The Cheshire Citizen

HIGH SCHOOL HOOPS

Taking what they can get

Cheshire keeps postseason hopes alive with rivalry victory

By Ron Buck Special to the Record-Journal

with a 60-54 SCC victory at Sheehan.

Ideas to shake off the winter blues

By Francesca Fontanez Special Record-Journal

February can feel like kind of a drag; the cold lingers, nature is gray, and the sun still sets earlier than most would prefer. If you have a touch of the winter blues consider looking into some of these winter-worthy activities.

Visit an independent bookstore

There’s nothing like cozying up with a good book on a chilly winter day.

If you feel like getting out of the house, but aren’t looking for a high-energy activity, exploring local bookstores is a great way to treat yourself. If you’ve grown accustomed to the local bookshop in your town, try to branch out and explore surrounding areas to change things up. Local highlights include Reread Books and More in Cheshire, an incredible integrated work setting for workers of all abilities, and Connecticut’s two R.J.

See Blues, A4

Cheshire Grand Listup 2.25%

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gave the Rams enough of a cushion to hold off the Titans.

The Cheshire boys basketball team’s magic number is 8.

WALLINGFORD

The Rams need eight wins to qualify for the CIAC Division III state playoffs, and they took another step in that direction Friday night

Better late than never. Cheshire won its fifth game of the season and second in four outings behind Jack Markarian’s 20 points. The senior scored 15 in the second half and spear-headed a 21-point third quarter that

Cheshire, which now must win three of its remaining four games to reach the state playoffs, took control with a 19-2 run to close out

See Victory, A12

According to the town’s website, Town Manager Sean M. Kimball recently announced that the Town of Cheshire’s net Grand List as of Oct. 1, 2022 has been filed at $3,032,257,470, representing an increase of $66,643,445 or 2.25% from the Oct. 1, 2021 Grand List.

The Grand List is an assessment of all taxable and

non-taxable real estate, personal property, motor vehicles, and exemptions.

The change in the net Grand List is reflected in the following components: Real estate increased by $24,591,250 or 1.00%, Personal Property increased by $14,581,318 or 8.19%, and motor vehicles increased by $27,470,877 or 8.34%.

See Grand, A8

Cheshire’s Matt Jeffery drives to the basket past Sheehan’s Chase St. Amant (No. 22) andJacksonCrowell-Masi(No.11)Friday,Feb.3. Bill Shettle, Special to the Record-Journal

Shift to postal service, the latest change in newspaper delivery

By Jesse Buchanan Record-Journal staff

Ted Gura usually walked his paper route on the east side of Meriden, but on Sundays delivering the heavy papers was a job for the entire family. “I had a (Chevrolet) Blazer at the time,” his mother Carol Gura recalled. “We’d load all the papers and he’d sit on the tailgate and we’d drive around. He’d drop them off.”

She and her husband Jeffrey Gura would help with the heavy Sunday papers or when the weather was bad.

“Everybody got their newspaper where they wanted it, between the doors, on the side of the mailbox,” Carol Gura said.

His carrier job allowed Ted Gura to buy mountain bikes and even his own car once he was ready to drive. “I bought my first car with that

money, ” he said. “I didn’t have to ask for it or be gifted it.”

Ted Gura was one of the last youth carriers for the Record-Journal in 2010. Fewer young people could be found to do the job, and adults driving cars were better able to cover larger routes than a teen on foot or bike.

From paper boys and girls to U.S. Mail carriers, newspaper delivery has been through major changes in the last few decades as publications search for reliable ways to deliver news to readers.

On March 7, the RecordJournal will begin delivery through the U.S. Postal Service. The switch in delivery coincides with a change in printing schedule from seven days a week to five. The weekend edition will be a

combined paper that will be delivered on Saturday and the Monday-Tuesday edition will be delivered on Tuesday.

The Record-Journal’s website, myrecordjournal.com, will be continuously updated with breaking news seven days a week.

Young entrepreneurs

Eliot White, Record-Journal president and 4th generation family owner, started in the circulation department in the 1970s. At the time there were about 1,000 youth paper carriers. Only in rural areas did adults deliver the papers in what were called motor routes.

With the addition of the Sunday paper in 1984, parents began helping out more but youth carriers still totaled about 700.

Ted Gura, one of the last Record-Journal youth carriers, sits on the back of his father’s pickup on Sunday, Jan. 22. He used to deliver newspapers in his old neighborhood on MildredRoadinMeriden. Bill Shettle, Special to the Record-Journal

Over 1,000 new hires sought for summer

By Christian Metzger Record-Journal staff

SOUTHINGTON Lake

Compounce is seeking to hire over 1,000 new employees for its upcoming 2023 summer season. Looking for hires as young as 16, the park is offering open positions from ride operations, lifeguards, concessions, and security, with wages ranging between $16 and $18 per hour depending on the position.

The park plans to open on April 29 for its 177th season and is seeking a large number of employees for what the company anticipates to be a big year. This season sees the debut of a floating stage in the lake where the amusement park plans to host concerts throughout the summer.

With their positions, employees gain complimentary

park passes, discounts on food and retail items, and flexible hours for full and part-time positions. Applications are available online at lakecompounce.com.

Organizers aim to begin hosting their first employee orientations on Tuesday, Feb. 14, running them up through the park’s opening. This includes complimentary certification for those in lifeguard positions, as well as food-handling licenses for those at the concession stands. Unlike years prior, they’ve sought to streamline the process by offering both visual and virtual courses to take the place of several hour-long lectures from previous years.

Wages offered by the park are higher than in the past and were put in place to keep the park competitive, according to Human Resources Director Natalie

Scinto, along with making it attractive for younger hires to work in a unique environment.

“We're lucky because we are who we are, we just naturally attract employees that want to work here. It's not mundane, it's not your typical job at a retail store. It's really an amazing experience, and a really great job for some of these young adults,” Scinto said.

The park is also looking to implement a more comprehensive outreach program for this season, looking to get recruiters at high school job fairs and coordinating with Connecticut state universities to let prospective young adults know about their opportunities at the park.

This is in part to make up for what the park feels was a

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In this 2018 photo, guests eagerly wait for the Boulder Dash to start running for the day at Lake Compounce. Richie Rathsack, Record-Journal

Julia Booksellers stores, a family business that’s found great success here in the nutmeg state.

Take a one-night class

Don’t let your learning stop after your schooling ends –Connecticut has dozens of fun classes and workshop

opportunities, and the content is getting more diverse.

From woodworking and home decor classes to cooking and sip and paints, there truly is something out there for everyone. Local highlights include The Art Bar, a new family-owned art studio located inside the Meriden Mall, and Woodcraft of Manchester, a hands-on woodworking school with classes for all levels of crafters.

Dine fireside

For an ambiance that can’t be beat, snuggle up to some fiery heat. Besides setting the mood, most flames serve a purpose when it comes to keeping a place comfortably toasty – many establishments with fireside dining also have an interesting, sometimes historical backstory. Ask your server if there’s any intriguing lore in your surroundings. Fire at the Ridge in Middlefield is a must when it comes to fireside dining due to their signature open flames found both indoors and mountainside. If you’re looking to hold an event or celebration, check out the Aqua Turf Club in Southington or The Inn at Middletown; these spaces can accommodate larger groups, but maintain a cozy atmosphere.

Visit a museum

While it may seem obvious, it should be reinforced that in the winter, museums are an excellent escape from the bitter cold.

Museums across the region are constantly cycling out pieces to make room for new artists and exhibits to be featured, so if you think you’ve seen all a place has to offer, you should think again.

The Bicycle Game is a fabulous new exhibit that the Connecticut Historical Society has up until now through fall, and the Wadsworth Atheneum is currently highlighting female-focused art and flamework via glass art. The New Britain Museum of American Art, in New Britain, offers free admission if you arrive between 10 a.m. and noon on Saturdays.

Celebrate Black History Month in the state

By Francesca Fontanez Special to the Record-Journal

Black History Month is an opportunity to better understand the past and celebrate the contributions, resilience, and innovations throughout history – and that continue today – of the Black community. There are many events and celebrations around the area that can provide an opportunity to explore Black history and enrich our understanding.

HSQ Pops Concert

Kehler Liddell Gallery, 873 Whalley Ave., New Haven.

On Saturday, Feb. 11, the Haven String Quartet is bringing their stimulating sound to the Kehler Liddell Gallery to celebrate Black History Month.

With a performance of pop hits by Black artists and composers, Westville is looking to have an evening of movin’ and groovin’

Hear selections from Beyonce, Alicia Keys, Stevie Wonder, and other greats alongside folk and jazz classics.

Tickets to the concert are pay-what-you-can. All proceeds benefit the educational programming at Music Haven.

The New Haven-based nonprofit creates an inclusive community for young people to learn, play, and express themselves through tuition-free classical music lessons and ongoing mentoring with world-class musicians. Those mentors include the members of the Haven String Quartet.

Paint Night

Faith Art Studio, 214 Main St., East Haven.

On Saturday, Feb. 25, Black History Month Paint Night comes to East Haven. As an homage to the prolific Black voices who have paved the way of American history, Faith Art Studio is hosting a step-by-step painting party. A ticket includes painting supplies and a take-home painting, soul food, desserts, music, and so much more.

Attendees must be over 21. Advanced registration, by Feb. 21, is required.

Black In Poetry

The Hill Museum, 210 West St., New Haven.

For an immersive celebration of Black joy and creativity, head over to The Hill Museum. In honor and celebration of Black History Month, the museum will host a night of poetry and creative expression for all to enjoy.

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The Kehler Liddell Gallery; where the Haven String Quartet will perform Saturday.

Carriers bought newspapers from the Record-Journal and collected subscriptions from customers. After paying the newspaper a price for the papers they’d delivered, the carrier was able to keep the remainder. The early experience in bookkeeping and customer relations served young people well, White

said. “They had their own little business, they delivered, they collected,” he said. “A good many business people started that way.”

Ted Gura started his route around 2008 and some customers still preferred to pay their newspaper carrier, receiving small paper tickets as receipts. A few months into his route, those customers switched to paying the office or stopped getting the paper.

From 1965 until 2015, the Record-Journal awarded scholarships to youth carriers. In addition to journalism awards, about $850,000 was given to youths during that time.

The top carrier scholarship was named for a time after Joseph J. Swedock, well known for many years as a downtown vendor of The Morning Record and Meriden Journal newspapers. Swedock died in 1989. Awards later honored Carter H. White, the late president, publisher and chairman of the board of the RecordJournal Publishing Co. and Barbara C. White, the late editor of the Record-Journal.

In order to continue delivery to your home or business, we need to have each resident or business let us know that, by filling out our on-line requester form at myrecordjournal. com/cheshire-requester

Or, you can call us at 203-634-3933 and we can mail you a postage paid postcard to fill out and return. Without the necessary requester information, delivery of your Cheshire Citizen to your home or business, will end.

The Record-Journal remains owned by the White family. In addition to Eliot White as president, his daughter Liz White Notarangelo is publisher and executive vice president.

Shift to adult carriers

The turn of the millennium saw major changes to the newspaper industry as internet advertising reduced revenue and subscriptions de-

clined. Routes were more spread out, making it more difficult for youth carriers.

Eliot White said it also became harder to find young people willing to deliver the newspaper as teens became busier with extracurricular activities and parents had less time to help.

The Record-Journal began recruiting more adults, who were 100 percent of the carriers by about 2010.

Dave Paré, the Record-Journal’s chief operating officer and senior vice president, said the transition was a difficult one. He started in the 1980s as a district manager for the Journal Inquirer in Manchester overseeing 125 youth carriers. “It was very rewarding to see the youths who were delivering move through the different stages in their lives to where they requested references for jobs when they turned 16 to even references for college applications a year or two later,” Paré said. “It was a different but rewarding part of the business back then and very hard to see the industry have to move away from.”

Reliable delivery

The years following the 2008 recession were full of upheaval and industry change, Eliot White said, and that meant partnering with other publications. For a time Record-Journal carriers delivered the Hartford Courant in Cheshire and Southington, but in 2018 the newspaper outsourced delivery altogether. The R-J was delivered by carriers also bringing the Hartford Courant, The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal and other newspapers to doorsteps. Outsourcing worked for a number of years but with the pandemic even adult carriers became hard to find.

“As the community, the world and the industry evolves, we also need to evolve,” White Notarangelo said. “This is a step we consider necessary in order to continue to provide trusted local news and reliable delivery.”

“We see the mail as the most sustainable, long term delivery option for us,” Eliot White said.

Ballpark jobs

The Hartford Yard Goats Baseball Club, the DoubleA Eastern League affiliate of the Colorado Rockies, will hold its annual job fair at Dunkin’ Donuts Park, 1214 Main St., Hartford, Saturday, Feb. 18, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

The Yard Goats are seeking applicants to fill a wide range of game day positions and are looking for upbeat, fan-friendly individuals to help make the upcoming season a success.

Ski club taking members

The North Haven Ski Club encourages people interested in winter sports (skiing, snowboarding, cross country skiing, tubing, snowshoeing) to join and take advantage of the great discounts offered to members.

For more information, contact Annette Murphy at 203927-3071 or dapdmurph@ aol.com.

Alert system

Residents can register to receive emergency notifications from the town. Examples include evacuation notices, bio-terrorism alerts, boil water notices and missing child reports. Visit cheshirect.org to register.

Land trust

The Cheshire Land Trust is an all-volunteer, private 501(c) 3 non-profit organization committed to conservation. The land trust is not affiliated with the Town of Cheshire and does not receive taxpayer money. The organization is wholly funded by members. For more information, email CheshireLandTrust@ gmail.com.

Historical society

The Cheshire Historical Society keeps “Cheshire’s unique and continuing history alive by creating connections that engage the community through new and existing collections, exhibitions, and programs.” Consider supporting these efforts. Visit cheshirehistory.org to learn more.

Health district

The Chesprocott Health District provides essential public health services and information to the communities of Cheshire, Prospect and Wolcott.

Chesprocott staff is dedicated to improving and maintaining a high level of health in the community by offering prevention programs and services as well as responding to urgent public health situations. Visit chesprocott.org.

Senior Health

Understanding

Arthritis

Join this class on Wednesday, Feb. 15 from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. to learn more about: causes of arthritis, how arthritis can be diagnosed, what to do from there, and prevention tips. Presented by Christine Solimini-Swift, exercise physiologist, Hartford HealthCare GoodLife Fitness. Registration required. Call 1-855442-4373 or go to HartfordHealthCare.org/VirtualClasses.

Bones & joints

Join this class on Friday, Feb. 17 from 12 to 1 p.m. to learn more about: bone and joint health, benefits of moving to maintain bone health, and exercises to promote healthy bones and joints. Presented by Erica Bruno, exercise physiologist, Hartford HealthCare GoodLife Fitness. Registration required. Call 1-855-442-4373 or go to HartfordHealthCare.org/ VirtualClasses.

Grand

From A1

Property owners wishing to appeal their 2022 Grand List real estate, business, or personal property assessment or their 2021 supplemental motor vehicle assessment before the Board of Assessment Appeals must submit a written application no later than Friday, Feb. 17.

Forms are available via cheshirect.org and from the Assessor’s Office in Town Hall, 84 South Main St.

By state statute, an appeal can be heard only if the request has been submitted on the prescribed form to the Cheshire Board of Assessment Appeals by Feb. 17.

For more information on the assessment appeals process, call 203-271-6620.

Events

From A5

The museum is from the creative mind of Krikko Obbott, an artist who recently realized his vision of creating a museum to feature his signature giant pencil drawings.

This hidden gem of a collection is truly a wonder. Combined with soul-moving poetry from the community, Black In Poetry is looking to be an unforgettable experience.

Senior Health

The Orchards

The Orchards at Southington, an independent and assisted living community located at 34 Hobart St., will host an open house Saturday, Feb. 18 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Registration is recommended. To reserve a time, call 860-628-5656.

Arbor Rose

Arbor Rose at Jerome Home, an assisted living community located at 975 Corbin Ave., in New Britain, will host an open house Sunday, Feb. 19 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Registration is recommended. To reserve a time, call 860-229-3707.

The Hill Museum of Arts.

shortfall in employees last season. The large number of positions Lake Compounce is looking to fill for the year is needed to keep the park running smoothly throughout the busy summer season, officials said.

“There’s a lot that goes on behind the scenes that our guests don’t even see. They see our ride operators front and center, but you know, there’s an entire maintenance team that’s working behind the scenes day and night to make sure our rides are safe,” Marketing Director Lynsey Winters said. “That all plays into the guest experience. So we really have been trying to staff the park as best as we can, since COVID. And just ensuring that we have every department as filled as possible so that guests have a seamless experience. The more team members we can get here

helping us at the park, the better guest experience we’re going to be able to provide.”

Having already brought on over 200 returning employees, with the applications only having been open for less than a week, park officials say they are confident they’ll have the staff they need to put their best foot forward on opening day April 29, especially with the strong rebound in attendance post-pandemic.

“We saw a strong rebound post pandemic and post COVID. We were really excited with just the overall turnout at the park for the season. And we were pretty confident that we’re gonna have a fantastic season this year with the addition of the stage and trying to grow … We’re looking forward to a fantastic season. I think it’s going to be a good one here at the park,” Winters said.

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Week 3 visits by Greenwich, Staples highlight area’s Alliance array next season

Record-Journal staff

MERIDEN Reigning Class

LL state football champion and overall No. 1 Greenwich will be paying a visit to Falcon Field come September.

The same night, another gridiron power from Fairfield County, Staples of Westport, will be over at Fontana Field.

Greenwich at Maloney and Staples at Southington in Week 3 are two of the eight area games that will be played during the 2023 season as part of the Connecticut Football Alliance’s showcase of non-league games.

The Alliance, entering its sixth season, has 88 games

lined up for 2023 between teams from six of Connecticut’s eight football leagues: the local CCC and SCC, plus the ECC, FCIAC, South-West Conference and Connecticut Technical Conference. Only the Pequot and Naugatuck Valley leagues decline to participate.

All area teams, except for Wilcox-Kaynor Tech, are in the mix for 2023.

On opening night, Sheehan will be on the road at Ledyard, while Cheshire will be at the opposite end of the state taking on Ridgefield.

Week 3 is the Alliance’s busiest, both locally and statewide. Along with Green-

wich-Maloney and StaplesSouthington, Cheshire will host Glastonbury, Platt makes the long run to Wilton and Lyman Hall travels to East Catholic.

The Trojans play a second Alliance game in Week 9 at home against Tolland.

Specific dates and start times will be set in the spring along with the rest of the 2023 football schedule.

Last year, area teams went a combined 5-4 in Alliance games.

The two wins biggest came in Week 3, when Maloney beat Darien 21-9 and Southington edged Greenwich 2928 in overtime.

Both victories came on the road and helped the Spartans and Blue Knights ultimately reach the state playoffs.

MAKHAI ANDERSON

PLATT BASKETBALL

One half of Platt’s Dynamic Duo with Anthony Nimani, Makhai Anderson is averaging 22.8 points a game as the Panthers head down the homestretch ranked No. 4 in the CIAC Division III playoff points at 12-3. The 6-foot-5 junior forward had consecutive double-doubles last week, collecting 25 points and 14 rebounds vs. Eastern and 21 points and 10 rebounds vs. Southington.

DREW DEPODESTA

CHESHIRE HOCKEY

The Cheshire Rams aren’t just winning hockey games these days, they are winning in dramatic fashion. The recurring script has been the comeback capped by the late game-winning goal. A leading star has been Drew DePodesta, who in one stretch had the game-winning goal in three straight games, including two in overtime. The junior forward now has six goals on the season.

GABE MOHR

SOUTHINGTON HOCKEY

Did the Southington Co-op really start the season 0-11? Seems hard to believe given the last three games for the Blue Knights, who beat Rocky Hill, Milford and Wilton by a combined score of 19-8. Senior forward Gabe Mohr factored into the offense in all three victories. He got the win streak rolling with a hat trick vs. Rocky Hill and followed with single goals vs. Milford and Wilton.

SKYLER BURKE MALONEY BASKETBALL

Like a number of freshman girls basketball players this winter, Maloney’s Skyler Burke made it clear starting on opening night she was ready for varsity prime time, scoring 15 points vs. RHAM. Over the ensuing two months, Burke has only gotten stronger. The guard matched her season high when she hit for 27 in Monday’s 52-24 win over Platt. She’s now averaging 15.1 ppg.

CALLIE CHORDAS

LYMAN HALL BASKETBALL

You’ll notice that photo of Callie Chordas isn’t from basketball. It’s from softball. But it works, because Chordas is a Trojan for all seasons. Now in the midst of a 9-8 basketball campaign, the senior forward is a big part of Lyman Hall’s imminent return to the CIAC state tournament. On Friday night, Chordas notched a double-double with 10 points and 10 rebounds against Career.

SUSIE HOTALING SHEEHAN BASKETBALL

In this remarkable Season of the Freshmen, add another remarkable rookie to the list: Sheehan’s Susie Hotaling. A starting forward since Game 1, Hotaling has been making steadily increasing contributions. Last week, she hit the go-ahead basket in a 44-40 win over Lauralton Hall, scored a team-high 13 points vs. Canton and had a 14-point, 13-rebound outing at Guilford.

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the third quarter. The Rams opened up a 14-point lead entering the final eight minutes of a game that was tied 27-27 at halftime.

Cheshire outscored Sheehan 21-7 in the third quarter and improved to 5-11 overall.

“Every game is important at this point,” Cheshire head coach Dan Lee said. “Time is running out. Every game is the most important game of the season. Tonight was big. We still have a chance (to make states).”

“I definitely think we can get (to eight wins),” Markarian said. “The guys have put in the work every day and are getting better every day.

“We can definitely use this as some late-season momentum,” Markarian added.

The Titans battled to within 53-48 on back-to-back inside baskets by Brady Rossacci after Matt Jeffery’s driving layup gave Cheshire a 53-46 lead with 1:32 to play.

Rossacci led Sheehan with 12 points. Jackson CrowellMasi added 11 points, while Anthony MarkAnthony netted 8.

Sheehan could have gotten even closer, but Chase St. Amant missed a 3-pointer after stealing a Cheshire pass with a minute to play.

“These guys battle; it’s what they do,” Sheehan head coach John Wodatch said. “When they see an opportunity to win a game, they battle, battle, battle.”

“Even after all those turnovers in the third quarter, we had a few open shots (in the fourth quarter) that could have cut it to one or two baskets,” Wodatch added. “But we didn’t convert. And when you turn it over like we did it the third, you have to make those shots, and we didn’t.”

Cheshire made just enough free throws down the stretch to keep the Titans (3-13) at bay.

Markarian made 3 of 6 free throws in the fourth quarter, while Cheshire collectively canned 7 of 13 from the line in the frame. Overall, the Rams made 20 of 31 free throws for the game.

Markarian scored eight straight points in the third quarter when the Rams took control to lead 48-34 heading to the fourth.

Crowell-Masi’s put-back with seven seconds to play off an Owen Hotaling missed free throw got the Titans as close as they would get, 5954.

Cheshire’s final six points of the game came on free throws. The Rams also made enough plays on both ends of the court to stay in front of the Titans.

“We’ve got a kind of younger team this year and we are learning as we go,” Lee said.

“Every game we try to learn

a lesson and hopefully (tonight) we learned a little bit about (how to win) at the end of the game.

“Toward the end, foul shooting was good, but not great; this type of game will reinforce practice,” Lee added. “When they are at the line in practice, they’ll think to themselves ‘I don’t want to be that guy who misses.’”

The Rams took full advantage of Sheehan mistakes and did everything right in taking control. Sheehan turned the ball over eight times in the pivotal third quarter, including on five straight possessions to fall behind 35-32.

The Titans led 30-27 on a 3pointer by Crowell-Masi to start the second half. Their last lead would come with 7:02 left in the third when Kade Marcantonio converted a nice alley-oop layup

from MarkAnthony. But after Crowell-Masi’s3 and Marcantonio’s hoop, the Rams started their decisive run. Markarian scored 10 of the Rams’ next 12 points. All came from within 10 feet of the hoop.

Bennett Crerar’s put-back of a Markarian miss put the Rams up 44-34 with under two minutes to play in the quarter. Jeffery then converted a fast-break layup to extend the led to 46-34.

Cheshire entered the fourth quarter up 48-34 on another offensive put-back by Enders.

Enders chipped in with 9 points, while Crerar and Jeffery each added 6 points.

“(Markarian) and Bennett inside were big, and Tegan (Danaher) and Connor Hayes; we play a lot of guys,” Lee said. “(The inside game)

is something we’ve missed a little bit. Now everyone is getting healthy.”

Markarian missed a portion of the season with an undisclosed illness and the Rams missed his inside presence.

On Friday, the Titans cut Cheshire’s lead to 50-44 with just over two minutes to play on a hoop by St. Amant. His basket came after Rossacci saved the ball to St. Amant via an errant pass on a fast break.

Earlier, Sheehan opened up the largest lead of the first half, 27-21, with 2:55 to play on a three-point play by Rossacci.

Cheshire took its first lead at 11-10 on an offensive rebound and put-back by Drew Vagts. The Rams led 16-13 after one via a 3-pointer by Enders with 35 seconds on the clock.

Sheehan’s Anthony MarkAnthony (No. 3) drives to the basket between Cheshire defenders Connor Hayes (No. 2) and Ryan Grove at Sheehan High School in Wallingford Friday, Feb. 3. Cheshire won60-54. Bill Shettle, Special to the Record-Journal

Football Environmental summit aimed to build awareness, spur action

Press Release

The Cheshire Environmental Summit, held Jan. 25, was aimed at networking and collaboration opportunities to build awareness, education and action.

Sponsored by Cheshire Creation Care, an interfaith group formed to educate and empower their communities to take practical and effective action as environmental stewards, the summit was hosted by St. Peter’s Episcopal Church.

The informal format enabled the 30-plus attendees to learn about the work of a variety of climate-conscious organizations and network with individuals about possibilities for collaboration and support.

As each attendee briefly introduced him or herself, it was quickly clear how passionate and far-reaching are

the efforts in Cheshire to recognize, educate and mitigate the climate crisis.

Attendees included Assistant Town Manager Arnett Talbot, recently-hired Director of Public Works Gary Fuerstenberg, Energy Commission member Walter Gayeski, and Environment Commission Chair, Karen

Schnitzer, and Co-Chair, Lynn Dawson. Also in attendance was Fiona Pearson, co-lead of the Coalition for a Sustainable Cheshire; Hap Jordan, treasurer of Friends of Boulder Knoll; and Jen Dillon, environmental educator at Cheshire Academy, who brought along a student activist.

From A10

For Darien and Greenwich, the losses to Maloney and Southington went against the FCIAC grain.

The Fairfield Country league fared the best in 2022 Alliance games, going 21-10. The SCC was second at 24-17.

Cheshire had two of those wins, beating New Milford 35-7 on opening night and

following two weeks later with a 34-7 win at Conard.

Lyman Hall split, beating Wilcox Tech 40-14 and falling to E.O. Smith 35-34 in overtime.

Sheehan lost 40-21 to New Fairfield and Platt fell 49-0 to eventual Class MM champion North Haven.

Cheshire Environmental Summit attendees network during an event held Jan. 25 at St. Peter’s Episcopal Church.

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT MARKETING SPECIALIST

The Town of Wallingford is seeking a qualified individual to develop and implement the marketing, business recruitment and retention programs for the Town of Wallingford. This full-time position is responsible for working closely with the Economic Development Commission, related town staff and departments for planning and coordinating of community development projects, assisting business applicants with local and State permitting processes and providing research for Town sponsored projects. Applicants should possess three (3) years’ experience in economic development, industrial/commercial development, business recruitment/ retention, marketing or related field; a degree from a college or university in economics, business, public administration, planning, marketing or related discipline; or an equivalent combination of education and qualifying experience substituting on a yearfor-year basis. Salary:

$76,720 to $98,162 annually plus excellent fringe benefits that include medical insurance, pension plan, paid sick and vacation time for a total compensation package in excess of $100K. Applications may be downloaded from the Department of Human Resources Web Page and can be mailed to the Department of Human Resources, Town of Wallingford, 45 South Main Street, Wallingford, CT 06492, or emailed to: wlfdhr@wallingfordct. gov by the closing date of February 17, 2023. Phone: (203) 294-2080; Fax: (203) 294-2084. EOE

WASTE TREATMENT WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT OPERATOR ATTENDANT I

Operates and maintains equipment and processes in a municipal sewage treatment plant. Requires a H.S. diploma or GED plus a State of CT Dept. of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) Class I Operators License or higher certification, or a Class I Operator-in-Training certification. Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.

$ 23.07 to $ 27.28 (hourly) / $ 21.92 to $ 27.28 (hourly) based on certifications & experience plus an excellent fringe benefit package.

Apply: Department of Human Resources, Town of Wallingford, 45 South Main Street, Wallingford, CT 06492. Forms will be mailed upon request from the Department of Human Resources or may be downloaded from the Department of Human Resources Web Page. The closing date will be that date the 50th application form/ resume is received, or February 21, 2023 whichever occurs first.

JUNIOR ACCOUNTANT

Performs accounting tasks and duties in the Business Office of the Wallingford Electric Division. The position requires six (6) years of accounting experience with some accounting classes; or in lieu of thereof, a B.S. in accounting or an equivalent combination of experience and training. $27.47 - $34.36 hourly plus an excellent fringe benefit package. Apply:

Department of Human Resources, Town of Wallingford , 45 South Main Street, Wallingford, CT 06492. Forms will be mailed upon request from the Department of Human Resources or downloaded from the Department of Human Resources Web Page. The closing date will be that date the 50th application form/ resume is received, or February 21, 2023 whichever occurs first.

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FT or PT. Driving and shop work at Meriden, CT location. PTO, 401k, Health Ins. Call 203-235-4830.

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Dental Implants and Periodontics of Connecticut, LLC, has a job opening for an Associate Periodontist at its location at 546 South Broad Street, 2D, Meriden, CT 06450.

Education Requirements: Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) or Equivalent.

Special Requirements: Certificate in Periodontology; Board Certified in Periodontology and Dental Implant Surgery; Licensed to practice Dentistry in CT To apply: Please send a resume and cover letter to Allison Barasz at dentalimplantsandperi odontics@gmail.com

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ALWAYS TOP CASHFor Grandma’s Costume Jewelry Stash! Not a Pawn shop. 203.443.9602, Julie.

ANTIQUES - Always buying old; Toys, military, jewelry, art, watches, musical instruments, signs, arcade games, cameras, pre 1970 sports memorabilia, plus more. One item or entire estate contents. Call 860718-5132.

ANTIQUES WANTEDComic books, toys, adv. signs, military items, motorcyles, mini bikes, etc. All items considered, appraisal & estate sale services, incl. clean-outs. 40 years exp. Call or text, Gary at 203-237-4124.

BUYING ALL - Costume Jewelry, Old Watches, Gold Jewelry, Silver Jewelry, Gold & Silver Coins, Sterling Flatware, In Any Condition. Please Call Jude M. Dichele @ (203) 8681816.

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TOOLBOXES - Tools & tooling, contents of machine shops, home workshops and small lathes. Call anytime 860-985-5760

Sale, Liquidation, Attic & Basement Cleanout Company is Always Buying and providing services all over Connecticut. These are just a FEW of the things we are looking for: Antiques, Collectibles, Old/ Vintage Toys, Musical Instruments (Sax ophones, Trumpets, Vi olins, Flutes, Clarinets, Trombone & SO MUCH MORE) Advertising Items, Wristwatches (Broken or Not), Pocket Watches, Tools (Ma chinist, Woodworking, & MORE) Doorstops, Clocks, Oil Paintings, Old Signs, Old Pho tographs, Old Post cards, Brewery Items, Hunting & Fishing, PEZ Dispensers, Costume Jewelry, Broken Jewel ry, Gold & Silver Jewel ry, Gold & Silver Coins, Military Items, Swords & Bayonets, Helmets & Patches, Medals & Uni forms, Pocket Knives, Lighters & Pipes, Foun tain Pens, Mechanical Pencils, Fraternal Or Items, Religious Items, Industrial Items, Win chester Items, Sikorsky Items, Pratt & Whitney Items, Colt Items, Na tive American Items, Vintage Electronics, Slot Cars, T Matchbox & Hot wheels, Barbie’s, Folk Art, Statues, Bronzes, Trains, Cameras, Mid Century Modern Fur niture, Straight Razors, Shaving Items, Political Items, Comic Books, Sports Cards & Auto graphs…& THE LIST GOES ON! So please give us a call at your earliest convenience. Grassy Hill Auctions 203-868-1816 - Grassy HillAuctions.com

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Repairs, Decks & Porches, Sheetrock & Taping Water Damage Repairs. Free Est. Ins. MC & Visa. Call Bill (203) 901-2136. CT. Reg. # 0647093

CarpetCare Solutions

2 rooms, $89. Sofa, $75. 20% disc. new customers w/ad. 203-427-5165.

TEC ELECTRICAL Service LLC All Phases of Electrical Work. 24 hr. Emergency Service. Small Jobs Welcome. 203.237.2122

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Roof Repair or Replacement, Chimney Repair, Skylight Replacement. Free est. CT #0651199 (860) 877-3006

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