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Holly and Garland – wearing new sweaters – are pictured at the Animal Haven in North Haven. As of last week, these girls were waiting to be adopted. “You truly can not get sweeter than these two gals,” the Animal Haven wrote in a Feb. 1 social media post.

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For North Haven residents who have yet to take advantage of the town's offer of free COVID-19 test kits and N95 protective masks, there is still time to collect those items. Through the end of February, locals who have not yet received test kits or N95s may obtain them at the North Haven Library, Senior Center, Recreation Center or Community Services office.

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First Selectman Michael Freda said there is no need to rush.

‘Betty White Challenge’ raises funds for local animal shelters By Jessica Simms Special to the Record-Journal

To honor what would’ve been Betty White’s 100th birthday on Jan. 17, a viral fundraiser for animal shelters and rescue services took place nationwide.

Animal Haven in North Haven, a no kill shelter, raised $10,746 from the Betty White fundraiser.

harder cases so we spend over $100,000 on vet bills a year,” DeRosa said.

Michelle DeRosa, shelter manager, said the money raised will go toward medical care. “We take in elderly cases and we take in the

When it comes to animals with medical issues or supplies for the shelter, DeRosa said her organizaSee Animals, A2

"We will be able to accommodate you at any time during the month of February at the published times," Freda stated in a message to residents. "All we will ask for is a proof of residency and our staff will track the actual distribution of the products." Each household is allowed two COVID19 test kits containing a total of four tests, along with a supply of N-95 masks, which are designed to form a seal around the nose and mouth, creating efficient filtration of airborne particles. See COVID-19, A2

ACES, partners to create Spanish language early learning center By Karla Santos Record-Journal staff

Did you ever wish your child started learning Spanish as early as pre-kindergarten? A bilingual Spanish-English education center for children age 3 to 5 is scheduled to launch this fall. The initiative is a partnership between the Helen Doron Educational Group and North Haven-based Area Cooperative Educational Services.

Helen Doron has more than 1,000 learning centers in 37 countries, but the school opening later this year will be the group’s first in the United States. While stakeholders have not determined which town in Connecticut will host the language center, they do know they want to bring stimulating and enriching activities to young children. Jason Hiruo, international education director of ACES, said

there’s a science behind the acquisition of language at an early age. “Kids are sponges at such an early age and we want to grab that,” he said. Repeated hearing, positive reinforcement, small group learning and technology are part of the methodology behind the center. Music will also be a part of the curriculum with the goal of helping stimulate children’s See Center, A3

Helen Doron and Area Cooperative Educational Services Director Tom Danehy sign contracts in December to create the first Helen Doron learning center franchise in the United States. The center is scheduled to open in Connecticut this fall. Contributed photo

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The Meriden Humane Society, another no kill nonprofit animal shelter, raised about $7,800 on Facebook alone on Jan. 17.

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White, who died Dec. 31, was a lifelong advocate for animal shelters. She was best known for her roles on “The Golden Girls” and “The Mary Tyler Moore Show.”

Karen Annis, board member and vice president, said, overall, the Betty White fundraiser pulled in some $10,000 for the Meriden Humane Society.

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Schools Locals in college Anna Maria College, Paxton, Mass., named Jacqueline Howlett to its dean’s list for the fall semester. Seton Hall University, South Orange, N.J., named Laura Page and Madelyn Salemme to its dean’s list for the fall semester. University of New Hampshire, Durham, N.H., named Valerie Gimler to its dean’s list for the fall semester. University of Tampa, Tampa, Fla., named Sarina Watkins and Jason Landino to its dean’s list for the fall semester.

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brains. In addition, mathematics, science, arts and fitness programs will all be part of the learning experience at the new center. Hiruo said they are making sure the environment is fun, engaging and collaborative. Asked why the center’s focus will be Spanish, Hiruo said ACES worked with a research group that collected survey data from families across Connecticut. Spanish made it to the top when families were asked which language learning program

“A piece that I’ve always been interested in is bringing more of that language competency and language acquisition to our students in Connecticut,” Hiruo said. “This is exactly what they’re doing with programs around the world.” The partners hope to open more centers across the state in the future. The program will be tuition based and while registration is not open yet, the goal is to start with about 100 students. The initiative will also offer after-school enrichment programs.

The learning center will serve as an international training center for educators at the Helen Doron schools around the world. “And this is really exciting because this also complements what we are trying to do and that’s prioritize those innovative practices and the experiential learning in regards to language acquisition and teacher training and collaborative projects,” Hiruo explained. “We are excited that we, at last, found the ideal partner in the United States, as we share the same goals, values, and visions for the chil-

dren of the world,” Helen Doron, CEO and founder of the Helen Doron Educational Group, said in a statement announcing the partnership. “ACES and the Helen Doron Educational Group will work hand-inhand to fulfill that mission of enhancing and transforming students’ lives by bringing excellence in education to as many children as possible.” To learn more about ACES, visit aces.org. For more information about Helen Doron Educational Group, visit helendorongroup.com. ksantos@record-journal.com 203-317-2364 Twitter: @KarlaSantosNews

Worcester Polytechnic Institute, Worcester, Mass., named William Hopkins and Sean Sullivan to its dean’s list for the fall semester.

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CIAC looking to end mask requirements for high school athletes Request coincides with Governor Lamont’s recommendation that statewide mask mandate end Feb. 28

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CHESHIRE — The masks may be coming off all high school athletes by the end of the month.

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“I think it’s all positive news,” Lungarini said TuesOn Monday, Governor Ned day. “It shows we are trendLamont recommended that ing in the right direction. It’s the statewide mask mandate encouraging that we are able for students end on Feb. 28, to think about and plan acwhich would leave it up to tivities that more resemble local school districts to make what kids remember as a their own decisions on mask normal experience. requirements. “We did reach out to the Also on Monday, CIAC Exec- DPH prior to the governor’s utive Director Glenn Lunannouncement, just reviewgarini sent a letter to the Connecticut Department of See CIAC, A7

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“The (governor’s) announcement was just made yesterday,” Lungarini said. “I think it would be fair to give the schools, principals and community a chance before making any decisions. We feel we can play safe without masks and we will continue to have these conversations.” Lungarini said the CIAC, DPH and state officials have had a working relationship throughout the pandemic. “State leadership has done a good job keeping schools in session and athletics going, even as we went through that uptick," Lungarini said. “We were able to maintain learning interscholastic play. We engage with 30,000 kids a season and it shows the work that has been put in and how safe we play, even when faced with adversity we continue to give kids a good experience.” Since vaccines became available last summer for kids age 12 to 17, the CIAC has recommended vaccinations as the best way for teams and athletes to stay in the game.

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Red Cross blood drives will be held Saturday, Feb. 12, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., at ACES Village School, 31 Temple St.; and Saturday, Feb. 26, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Scarletts Fine Events, 201 Washington Ave.

First Selectman Mike Freda will provide an update on North Haven and his plans for the town Wednesday, Feb. 16, 7:30 to 9:30 a.m., at Quinnipiac University, 370 Bassett Road. Seating is limited. Visit business.quinncham.com to register.

Club meeting The North Haven Garden Club will meet Thursday, Feb. 17, 7 p.m., at the Recreation Center, 7 Linsley St. Ginny Apple will discuss the Bald eagle. The talk will focus on its habitat, diet, behavior, and more. A $5 guest donation is requested. For more information, email Italia Avitable at Italia_a@ comcast.net.

Career fair The Greater New Haven Chamber of Commerce will host an Internship, Career, and Job Fair Thursday, Feb. 17, from 1 to 4 p.m., at 545/ 555 Long Wharf Drive, New Haven. Drawing from the region’s six major institutions of higher learning, the event will bring together college

Winter Weather Protocols Personal safety

Treated salt

Older residents and those with health problems are reminded to avoid the extreme physical activity connected with shoveling snow. Also, skiers, operators of snowmobilers and all-terrain vehicles are advised to keep vehicles off town streets at all times.

In the event of a winter storm resulting in mixed or frozen precipitation or at the beginning of a snowstorm, all roads will receive an application of treated salt normally within the first three hours, then as needed.

Travel safety

During storms (usually greater than two inches accumulation) town crews will plow based on established town priorities. Main roads are first, followed by residential streets with one pass in either direction until the snow ceases. Then all roads are plowed to the curb.

When traveling, exercise extreme caution. During winter storm events, limit travel to trips which are absolutely necessary. Please keep a minimum of 75 feet from snow control vehicles.

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Connex’s North Haven Branch, 412 Washington Ave., will donate to The National Veterans Council for Legal Redress.

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The North Haven Lions Second Saturday food, pet supply and eyeglasses collection will take place Saturday, Feb. 12, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., at two locations: North Haven Congregational Church and Washington Commons Shopping Plaza. For more information, call 203-671-4731 or email LisaL47@yahoo.com.

The Daytime Gardeners of North Haven will host a make & take birdhouse workshop Tuesday, Feb. 22, 10:30 a.m., at the Recreation Center, 7 Linsley St. Tools will be available to assemble the kit. The cost for materials is $15. There’s an added $5 fee for guests. To participate, call 203-239-1557.

Coins-for-Change As part of its Coins-forChange program, Through Thursday, March 31, Connex Credit Union will collect its regular coin-cashing machine fees and donate 100 percent of the money to charitable organizations.

Donation drive

Comedy Night The North Haven Lions Annual Comedy Night fundraiser will take place Sunday, March 27 at the Whitneyville Cultural Commons, 1253 Whitney Ave., Hamden. Doors open at 5 p.m., show starts at 6:30. Call 203-671-4731 or email LisaL47@yahoo.com.

Every home in the U.S. is eligible to order four free COVID-19 rapid tests through the federal website, covidtest.gov. Orders usually ship in 7-to-12 days.

North Haven Ski Club The North Haven Ski Club consists of more than 180 members from throughout Connecticut. People interested in skiing, snowboarding, cross country skiing, tubing and snowshoeing are welcome to join. Membership is $30 ($15 for high school students, $20 for college students). A family membership is $55. For more information, contact Annette Murphy at 203927-3071 or dapdmurph@ aol.com.

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Cul de sacs Residents are encouraged to be patient with the removal of snow from these areas as necessary large snow removal equipment often prohibits the full clearing of some areas where there is insufficient room available. Alternate equipment may be dispatched when storm conditions have subsided. Priority is given to clearing access in the roadway first. See Protocols, A12

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MERIDEN — The city has ceived more than $36.58 so far remillion in requests to fund projects with relief funds made available COVID-19 through the American Rescue Plan Act. That total already surpasses $36.36 million in funding the close to the city is scheduled to receive through the federal program.

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Director Ryan Sheehy, of Wallingford, and cinematographer Amber Steele, of Phoenix, Arizona, prepare for a shot on Thursday during filming of “No Words” in the sanctuary of First Congregational Church in Wallingford. Sheehy is a 2008 graduate of Sheehan High School.

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Maloney’s Kuron Wiggins forces Windsor’s quarterback Elijah Cromartie to fumble the ball during the first half. See more coverage inside on Page B1 and online at myrecordjournal. com/sports.

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WALLINGFORD Zoning Commi — The Planning and ssion the Transit-Oriente has adopted d Development Plan, outlinin g recommendatio for developments ns updates around and infrastructure expectation of the new train station in expanded rail service on the Hartford Line. The town receive $75,000 to create d a state grant for Consulting firm the plan in June 2015. was hired craft Fitzgerald & Halliday the plan and conduc market study. ta The plan, approve d Monda consists of a review of the y night, TOWN areaEwithin PRIORITIES INCLUDE three-quarters ’S LESIGLATIV BUSING, JUVENILE JUSTICE of / PAGE C1 MERIDEN | WALLINGFORD platform, runninga mile of the train | SOUTHINGTON | CHESHIRE approximately between North Plains downtown Walling Highway and the Route 5 corridoford, incorporating r and the Choate Rosemary Hall campus. Sunday, December 12, 2021 | Key recomm HIGH SCHOOL endatioFOOTBALL / CLASS L CHAMPIONS the current comme ns include moving HIP GAME FEDERAL zone in the immed rcial, industrial AMERICAN new train station iate vicinity of the RESCUE ACT Plains Highwa north toward North y medium- and while allowing for high-density residen development tial instead. The plan recommends mixed-use zoning area south of the for the downtown, to train station, heading encourage develop with retail on ments the apartments above.first floor and Although much of the area around new station consists the of small, privatel y

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The town is not responsible for snow deposited in private driveways. Plow operators have little discretion on where this snow can go. Residents should understand the town’s priority is to clear streets to ensure public safety. Residents should throw/ shovel snow to the down traffic side of the driveway. This will minimize the amount that will be pushed back into the driveway.

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Depositing of any snow from private driveways in the public streets that results in a hindrance to traffic is prohibited. This includes piles pushed across the street and the windows that are created in the street. Violators may be subject to a fine of $100 per offense. Homeowners may be held responsible for the actions of contractors.

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