The North Haven Citizen

VALENTINE’S FOR VETERANS

‘Newsies’ playing at NHHS

By Nicole Zappone The Citizen

The North Haven High School Key Club created more than 60 Valentine’s Day cards for former members of the United States military residing at the veterans hospital in West Haven. Pictured, standing: Ellwyn Michael, Zohaib Saleem, Cooper Callahan, Sonia Temfack, Victoria Pachnik, Chandler Morris, Parthiv Patel, Amelia Raposo, Abby Colella and Key Club advisor Ms. Buonasora. Kneeling: Grace Martin and Molly Martin.

This week, North Haven High School students are bringing back the 1800s with their production of "Newsies," a musical based on the 1992 Disney film. Set in turn-of-the century New York City, “Newsies” is the rousing tale of Jack Kelly, a charismatic newsboy and leader of a band of teenaged “newsies.” When titans of publishing raise distribution prices at the newsboys’ expense, Jack rallies newsies from across the city to

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Students take part in interactive Black history program

By Nicole Zappone The Citizen

In recognition of Black History Month, celebrated in February, juniors studying U.S. History at North Haven High School were treated to an interactive Black history experience care of retired New Haven police officer Jeffrey Fletcher.

During his Feb. 16 presentation, Fletcher discussed the history of slavery and displayed his collection of historical artifacts, some dating back to the 1660s. Students were able to see up-close – and even touch – tools used to keep slaves from running away, such as neck braces, shackles and handcuffs.

NHHS junior Adriana

Lipowski holds a neck brace with bells which would notify slave owners of an attempted escape.

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Locals in college

Coastal Carolina University, Conway, S.C., named Isabella Zambory to its dean’s list for the fall semester.

Emerson College, Boston, Mass., named Jack Wilcox to its dean’s list for the fall semester.

Holiday Fair meeting Monday, March 6 at 10 a.m. Open to all committee members and new volunteers.

Mini Trip. Tuesday, March 7, 9:30 a.m., to Universal Drive in North Haven. Call 203-239-5432 to reserve a spot.

Memory Matters presentation. Friday, March 10 at 1:30 p.m. Join Kim from Home Care Plus Community Healthcare & Hospice for a fun and interactive program on how memory works and how to improve it. RSVP by Friday, March 3, 203-2395432.

Happy Hour at La Lupa’s: Friday, March 10, 3 to 5 p.m.

School Notes

Ithaca College, Ithaca, N.Y., awarded Evelyn Pearson a bachelor’s degree in speech language pathology.

Northern Vermont University named Emily Carchia to its dean’s list for the fall semester.

Rochester Institute of Technology named Kiersten Winter to its dean’s list for the fall semester.

Senior Center

The cost is $8 for drinks; $10 for appetizers. RSVP by Friday, March 3, 203-239-5432.

AARP free tax prep. Fridays, March 10, 17 and 24, 8:30 a.m. to noon. Appointments are limited. Call 203-2395432 for more information.

AARP safe drivers course. Friday, March 17, 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. This refresher course is designed for drivers age 50-plus. Participants may benefit from a discount on auto insurance. Cost is $20 for AARP members; $25 for others. Registration required. Call 203-2395432.

Virtual trip to Ireland. Friday, March 17 at 1:30 p.m.

Library

Roger Williams University, Bristol, R.I., named Nicholas Cristante, Julie Laich and Sarh Meronek to its dean’s list for the fall semester.

St. Lawrence University, Canton, N.Y., named Nick Tiedemann to the dean’s list for the fall semester.

Experience St. Patrick’s Day in Ireland with Deb from Hamden Rehabilitation. Enjoy this virtual visit, trivia and some flavors of Ireland. Registration required. Call 203-239-5432.

Veterans breakfast Wednesday, March 29. In recognition of Vietnam Veterans Day, the Senior Center will host a free continental breakfast for all veterans. RSVP to 203-239-5432 before Monday, March 20. If you have a picture from your time serving in the military, bring it to the center. A copy will be made and placed on display. For non veterans, there will be a $2 charge for breakfast.

A North Haven tradition in family dining, situated right on RTE 5 this 24 hr diner favorite has been delighting its hungry customers for over 30 years... whether it’s breakfast, lunch, dinner, pie a la mode and coffee or just a late night munchie – the long time family run staff at this clean and tidy restaurant is happy to host you with a smile again and again – easily one of CT’s top diners!

To register for programs, visit northhavenlibrary.net or call 203-239-5803.

Youth programs

Scavenger hunt. This month, keep your eyes peeled for the leprechaun's lucky marshmallow charms hidden all around the children's department.

Paint Pals. Saturday, March 4, 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. For ages 6 to 10. Have fun painting, drawing or coloring. We’ll provide the supplies

and you bring the creativity! No registration required.

Parent Playdate. Monday, March 6, 10 to 11 a.m. For caregivers of children up to age 5. There will be a quick storytime about halfway through the hour, but the rest of the time is yours to enjoy and make connections. No registration required.

Passport Express. Monday, March 6, 6 to 6:45 p.m. For ages 6 to 11. Have you always wanted to wander abroad? Get a taste for travel

while you learn about people and places around the world. Registration required.

LEGO Club. Tuesday, March 7, 6 to 6:30 p.m. For ages 4 to 12. No registration required.

Creation Station: Blarney Stone Pet. Thursday, March 9, 4 to 5 p.m. For ages 3 to 10. Come make a craft with a helpful teen volunteer, or grab a pre-made Craft Pack with everything you’ll need to make it at home. No registration required.

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Smiles were aplenty at ‘Share the Love’ poetry event

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Several weeks back, North Haven Memorial Library staff and the town’s Poet Laureate Gabriella Brand asked residents: Do you know someone who makes life better in North Haven?

Locals were asked to write a short poem about this person and why they are appreciated. Then, on Saturday, Feb. 25, the poems would be shared with their subjects.

This “Share the Love” event, held at the library, was a success, as more than 15 invaluable members of the community were acknowledged in poems.

Brand pointed out that second-graders from North Haven schools penned “ a variety of original poems in honor of police officers, builders and a school principal” while fifth-grader Joce-

lyn Gambardella read “Volunteer Firefighter,” which she wrote about her uncle, Jason Considine.

Also, former Southern Connecticut State University librarian Shirley Cavanaugh read a poem in honor of Brittany Pearson, reference librarian at the North Haven library.

Other poems were written by Gina Falcigno, in honor of local philanthropist Martha Culver; and Joanna Teodosio, who read a poem entitled “Champion of the Pets,” highlighting the work of animal activist Jane Ciarlione.

Of course, Brand had to participate in the “Share the Love” project, as well. The Poet Laureate read a work entitled “First Class Special Delivery” in honor of Lisa Giglio, a member of the U.S Postal Service.

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Local firefighter Jason Considine beams as his niece Jocelyn Gambardella reads her poem “Volunteer Firefighter,” which she wrote in honor of her uncle.

Shirley Cavanaugh reads a poem in honor of Brittany Pearson, reference librarian at the North Haven Memorial Library.

Photos by Gabriella Brand

Spring Fair

Faith United Methodist Church, 81 Clintonville Road, will host its annual Spring Fair Saturday, May 13 from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. The festivities will include a silent auction, tag sale, Mother’s Day plant sale, baked goods and crafts for sale, and more. Craft and vendor space is available for $30. Contact Vicki LiPuma at 203-265-1070 or vicklip@aol.com.

St. Pat’s dinner

The Women’s and Men’s Fellowship of North Haven Congregational Church, 28 Church St., will host a St. Patrick’s Day dinner Sunday, March 12 at 3 p.m. The meal will include corned beef, cabbage, potatoes, carrots, Irish soda bread, dessert, coffee and tea. Also, a kid’s menu of chicken nuggets and mac & cheese will be offered. Cost is $17 for adults, $7 for children under 12. Reservations can be made by calling 203-239-5691 no later than Sunday, March 5. Take-out meals will be available but must be prepaid. For more information, visit NorthHavenUCC.org.

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Creative Mindset:Teen Engineering. Thursday, March 9, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. For grades 6 to 12. We'll work on team-building projects, chat about the basics of engineering and work together to solve a variety of problems. Bring your passion for creativity and be prepared to make new friends throughout the process. Registration required.

Libologies. Thursday, March 9, 6 to 6:45 p.m. For ages 6 to 11. Join us as we uncover the myths behind constellations in the night sky and try to recreate them with a fun craft. Registration required.

Adult programs

German Conversation Group. Tuesday, March 7, 4 to 5 p.m. Practice your German speaking in an informal group. This program will be held in person and via Zoom. Registration required.

Witness Stones Project: Restoring the History of Local Slavery in Connecticut. Tuesday, March 7, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Dennis Culliton, founding director of the Wit-

ness Stone Project, will share how the group works will teachers and students to restore the history and honor of enslaved individuals who helped build our communities. Registration required.

Guided meditation. Wednesday, March 8, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Join Johanne Vannelli as she leads us through a mindfulness and meditation session. This program will be held in person and via Zoom. Registration required.

1964/1965 New York World's Fair. Wednesday, March 8, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. The 1964/65 New York World's Fair attracted 50 million visitors, even through it was not an officially sanctioned world's fair.

Presented by Jason Scappaticci, “The Bowtie Historian” and Dean of Students and Faculty at Capital Community College. Registration required.

Documentary/biopic. Friday, March 10, 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. “Kevin Roche: The Quiet Architect.” A documentary on the career of Irish-American Kevin Roche, considered one of the most prominent and influential architects in the second half of the 20th century. No registration required.

Program

“I want you to understand and take a piece of history with you as you leave today,” said Fletcher, who runs the Ruby & Calvin Fletcher African American History Museum, located at 952 East Broadway in Stratford.

Fletcher said, in the past, people have left his presentation with heads down, feeling shame. He said that is not his intention.

Toward the end of the talk, Fletcher gave students a virtual tour of his museum, which opened in 2021. The NHHS Diversity Team was responsible for lining up Fletcher’s Feb. 16 presentation. The Diversity Team's advisors, Christena Beckford and Aqsa Kahloan, said they wanted to create an event for Black History Month "that would showcase African American History's importance in the history of the United States.”

Principal Russell Dallai said, “We appreciate Mr. Fletcher sharing his time, expertise, and invaluable collection with NHHS.”

During his talk, Fletcher said the Ruby & Calvin Fletcher

African American History Museum is always looking for student helpers. “Come be a part of history and volunteer at the museum, where you may learn something new,” he said.

The museum is open for individual and group visits.

Admission is free.

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Retired New Haven police officer Jeffrey Fletcher, owner of the Ruby & Calvin Fletcher African American History Museum of Stratford.

Artifacts on display during Jeffrey Fletcher’sFeb.16presentation.

Photos by Nicole Zappone, The Citizen

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State of the Town address

Press Release

The Quinnipiac Chamber of Commerce held its State of the Town address Feb. 24 at Quinnipiac University’s North Haven Campus. First Selectman Michael Freda provided an update highlighting the town’s fiscal management, grand list growth, economic development, public works, infrastructure and AAA bond rating.

Thank you to our event sponsors: Ciulla & Donofrio, LLP; North Haven Funeral Home; Ulbrich Stainless Steels & Specialty Metals, Inc.; TD Bank; and Kamco Supply Corporation of New England.

Established in 1915, the Quinnipiac Chamber of

Commerce is a business association of over 500 members, from sole proprietorships to large international companies, and local nonprofit organizations. Through a full calendar of

events and programs, the Chamber supports business and community growth, and provides legislative, educational and marketing opportunities to its members.

Facilitating a better educational experience

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North Haven has built a reputation as a school district that is deeply invested in providing a world-class education for all students. Over the past several years, significant strides have been made to ensure that students with special needs are not only able to attend, but thrive, in North Haven schools.

When students receive special education services in our schools, families participate in meetings with the district and work with external service providers to ensure the success of each student.

In order to effectively collaborate, a certain level of organization is not only helpful, but critical. The North

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strike against the unfair conditions and fight for what’s right.

The NHHS production, which includes 36 cast members, 34 crew members, and four student performers in the orchestra, is led by director Jackie Giordano and musical director Sarah Iadarola, both North Haven teachers.

The show was choreographed by Jared Andrew Brown, of Square Foot Theatre in Wallingford.

“This show is very ensemble-heavy, where the ensemble is really the heart of the production,” Giordano said. “Students have been working on the production since the week after Thanksgiving.

Haven PTA Special Education Committee saw an opportunity to make a true and lasting difference in the lives of students with special needs and their families. The group decided to apply for a grant from the North Haven Education Foundation. The goal of the grant project was laser-focused on facilitating a better educational experience for children and families through better, more organized collaboration.

The special education committee proudly assembled record-keeping folders and has been distributing them to families with special education needs. If you or someone you know has use for this organizational tool, reach out to Monica Hatton at ptaspedcommittee@ gmail.com.

This is the first year since I took over directing at the high school, where we are able to feature our talented tap dancers, which I am very excited about. This show really shows the power of coming together and standing up for what’s right.”

Stephanie Nash, whose daughter Emma Blanchette is part of the production, said “Newsies” is "not-to-bemissed."

“We just moved to North Haven this summer, and the theatre program is outstanding and such a welcoming group, ” Nash said. “We are so excited for the show and have family coming in from out of state to see it.”

“Newsies” opened Thursday night and will be performed Friday, March 3 and Saturday, March 4 at 7 p.m., and Sunday, March 5 at 2 p.m. Tickets are $15.

From left: Ray Andrewsen, executive director, Quinnipiac Chamber of Commerce; Dr. Judy Olian, Quinnipiac University president; First Selectman of North Haven Michael Freda; Attorney Jeffrey Donofrio, managing partner, Ciulla & Donofrio, LLP; Garret Sheehan, president & CEO, Quinnipiac/Greater New Haven Chamber of Commerce.

Conn. residents debate framework for early voting

By Jaden Edison © The Connecticut Mirror

Nicole Chen told lawmakers that while her resume doesn’t show that she has any election expertise, she has little doubt that the implementation of early voting in Connecticut would help make this country’s democracy “free and available to all.”

Chen, a student at Yale University, was among the dozens of state residents who publicly testified in support of in-person early voting at a Wednesday, Feb. 22 public hearing for the measure, in addition to a constitutional amendment that would permanently allow residents to cast mail ballots without having to provide an excuse.

The public hearing held in Hartford’s Legislative Office Building was the first since voters overwhelmingly cast their support for in-person early voting during November’s general election, which opened the door for lawmakers to negotiate and pass a law to implement the practice.

Connecticut is one of four states without early voting, effectively disenfranchising voters who can’t afford to wait in long lines or make it to their polling locations on Election Day many of whom are people of color and people with low income.

Last week’s gathering largely focused on three bills referenced throughout the hearing as starting points that would establish the popular voting method as soon as 2023. Each bill would mandate 10, 14 and 18 days of early voting.

“It is time for Connecticut to listen to their voters,” said Chen, speaking in support of the bill that would establish 14 days of early voting. “It is time for Connecticut to give its constituency the choice of education and training to support early voting procedures. It is time for Connecticut to catch up and be

at the forefront of sustaining democratic institutions.”

Stephanie Thomas, the state’s top election official, was the first to publicly testify in favor of early voting on Feb. 22, specifically backing the bill that would allow for 10 days.

Thomas said she settled on the time after reviewing a recent study that showed longer periods of early voting having less success over time, “because people tend to appear the first couple of days.” The former legislator also said people she spoke with expressed a desire for more weekend time to vote.

The legislation she endorsed would also provide sameday election and same-day primary registration during early voting periods, as well as require her office “to undertake efforts to educate the public” and “train registrars of voters” on the matter. She’s also recommending one polling place per town during the early voting period.

Regardless of which bill gleans the most support, she said, the two most important components of any of the legislation are the need for state funding and timely passage “so that there is

time to implement it seamlessly.”’

“We believe all three versions are a solid starting point and include many of the Secretary Office’s logistical considerations and policy proposals that our election staff have weighed in on, ” said Thomas, a Democrat. “We think this will help to create a program that can be instituted seamlessly while providing voters with greatly increased access to the ballot box.”

Without an agreed-upon framework for early voting, it is unclear how much the effort will cost. Gov. Ned Lamont also did not include funding for the measure in his proposed budget.

At the public hearing last week, Republicans Sen. Rob Sampson and Rep. Gale Mastrofrancesco both of whom represent Wolcott and have publicly opposed expanding voting access, while Sampson has raised baseless claims of election fraud prompted questions to speakers about how the state would fund the effort, accommodate election workers and maintain election security. Both GOP lawmakers indicated that they favor a shorter early voting period, around three to five days.

believe we work for them.”

In November, more than 60% of Connecticut voters cast ballots in affirmative to the early voting question: “Shall the Constitution of the State be amended to permit the General Assembly to provide for early voting?”

It was the second time that the convenience voting measure reached voters, the first of which failed by more than 38,000 votes during the 2014 midterm election. Political experts attributed the previous rejection of early voting to confusion, uncertainty about giving the state legislature more power, and racial and partisan divisions, according to The Hartford Courant.

Sampson also questioned the need for having both noexcuse absentee voting which the state has allowed since the height of the pandemic but isn’t written into law and in-person early voting, which he believes accomplishes the same goal.

But both measures are different: No-excuse absentee voting allows residents to request and cast a ballot before Election Day through an in-person dropbox or through mail without an excuse. In-person early voting typically means voting in person, only.

Mastrofrancesco asked Thomas whether it was her recommendation for the state to fund early voting temporarily or permanently. Thomas indicated the latter.

“I believe that the right to vote is our most important responsibility as citizens and that the state needs to fund our elections. Short of that, the federal government needs to fund our elections,” Thomas said. “So I would be in favor of this funding continuing forever and ever. But ultimately, that’s going to be a decision that this group, the General Assembly, will need to make. I think state investment would be a signal to voters that we actually

During the 2014 election, early voting was also grouped with no-excuse absentee voting.

People testifying at the Feb. 22 public hearing including election workers spoke largely in favor of noexcuse absentee voting, which, if passed among a simple majority in the current legislature, would go to the ballot for voters to decide in 2024.

Connecticut’s voting laws are enshrined in the state constitution, meaning any changes to it must first pass through the House and Senate with three-fourths majority support, or a simple majority in both chambers in two successive legislative terms, and then majority support among voters.

“I just want to say that we can do this. We can figure this out. The registrars can handle this, and the town clerks can help us support this,” Elisa Beckett-Flores, a Democratic registrar in New Britain, said about early voting.

“We can also do no-excuse absentee balloting,” she said. “It’s just the concerns over staffing, space, security and financial burden. It really comes down to the cost. We

Nicole Chen, a student at Yale University, speaks in support of a law that would set a frameworkforin-personearlyvotinginConnecticut. Jaden Edison, The Connecticut Mirror

Voting Contest proceeds remain in the community

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committee cochairs Maria Yankura and Dianna Ramadei, along with treasurer Cindy Golia, presented a check to Carla Picard from North Haven Community Services, and to Emily Jenkins, director of the North Haven Library Children's Department.

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need the state investment into elections to help support these initiatives, and we also need to get the word out to the voters about all these changes.”

Leslie Blank of Norwalk, who submitted written testimony for the hearing, said Connecticut voters “want choice” and that the legislature must implement and fund voters’ wishes on the matter.

“CT Voters have spoken not once, but twice, on referenda to move Connecticut into the 21st century on voting rights,” Blank wrote. “We cannot continue to wage in the company of Alabama, Mississippi and New Hampshire in restricting access to the ballot.”

Steve Zales, who didn’t identify his whereabouts in his written testimony, said if there is a state in this country that should be “ among the most voter-favorable, it should be Connecticut.”

“We need to change from being among the least favorable to among the most favorable, provide sufficient funds to support those efforts and communication vehicles to inform and educate the public so that those who would like to vote early can, ” Zales wrote. “Please take this opportunity to right the wrongs of decades before us, and let Connecticut voters be fully heard.”

Chen, talking to legislators on Zoom, said lawmakers supporting the voting measures communicates solidarity with the hundreds of thousands of constituents who made their wishes clear last November.

“And by association, you will be demonstrating your dedication to ensure that all eligible voters of Connecticut feel represented and valued,” the Yale student said.

This story originally appeared on the website of The Connecticut Mirror, ctmirror.org.

On Wednesday, Feb. 15, North Haven Garden Club Scarecrow Contest

Emily Jenkins, director of the North Haven Library Children's Department, accepts a donation from the North Haven Garden Club.

Members of the North Haven Garden Club present a check to Carla Picard of the North Haven Community Services Department.

FD fundraiser

Upcoming fundraiser to benefit the family of fallen North Haven firefighter Matthias Wirtz: La Lupa Restaurant, 344 Washington Ave., will host a fundraiser with live entertainment Sunday, March 5 from 1 to 8 p.m. This event is on a first-come, first-serve basis.

Food drive

North Haven Sons and Daughters of Italy’s Community Outreach Committee is coordinating a collection of non-perishable food items for distribution to the North Haven Community Services Food Bank. Items can be dropped off at the following locations by Friday, March

In Brief

31: Arnold’s Jewelers, 117 Washington Ave.; Hello Gorgeous Hair Studio, 460 Washington Ave.; Nick’s Char-Pit Restaurant, 22 Middletown Ave. To add your business to this list, or for more information, call Denise Krause at 203-7107397.

Singers sought

The Hartford Yard Goats Baseball Club, the Double-A Eastern League affiliate of the Colorado Rockies, announced National Anthem auditions will be held Saturday, March 4, 9 a.m. to noon, at Dunkin’ Park, 1214 Main St., Hartford. Singers of all ages are welcome to audition for the opportunity to perform at a Yard Goats home game or event. Singers must register at yardgoatsbaseball.com. A time slot will be assigned.

Photo program

North Haven Camera Club will present the program “Infrared Photography” Tuesday, March 7, 7 p.m., via Zoom. Presenter William Barnett of the New England Camera Club Council will explore what infrared (actu-

ally, near-infrared) radiation is and how it renders photographs of the world. To attend, email northhavencameraclub@gmail.com.

Soccer club

North Haven Soccer Club

Spring 2023 registration is open. Visit northhavensoccerclub.org. If you have questions, run into issues while registering or are interested in volunteering with NHSC, email nohavensoccerclub@gmail.com.

Crisis prep

Masonicare will host "Planning Before a Crisis"

Wednesday, March 15, 3 to 4 p.m., in the Knapp Auditorium at Masonicare at Ashlar Village, 74 Cheshire Road, Wallingford. Attorney Steven L. Rubin will discuss the legal aspects of having a plan for your future care vs. making decisions at the time of a crisis. The event is free and open to the public. RSVP by calling 203-679-6460.

NARFE meeting

The monthly meeting of the National Active and Retired

Federal Employees Association is scheduled for Monday, March 6, 1 p.m., at North Haven Congregational Church, 28 Church St. Guest speaker Steve Anderson of Amston Home Transition Solutions will discuss how to create an action plan to free yourself of clutter. Active and retired federal workers are invited to attend.

Hospice volunteers

Masonicare Hospice volunteers assist in many ways. Volunteers set their own schedules and receive ongoing support and training. To learn more, contact Jolan Szollosi at 203-679-5342.

Walking program

The Bobcat Stride, a free walking program, is open to people age 50-plus. Walkers meet weekdays from 6 to 9 a.m. at Quinnipiac University’s North Haven campus, 370 Bassett Road. For more information, contact Katie Picard at Katherine.Picard@ qu.edu.

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The funds donated were the result of the garden club’s annual scarecrow contest. Without the support of the North Haven community this would not have been such a successful fundraising effort. Our donation to the library and community services was almost double last year’s gift.

The scarecrow contest is open to all. So next year, join in on the fun.

Don't forget to check out the North Haven Garden Club on Facebook for lots of useful and entertaining information and pictures of all our club does in our great town of North Haven.

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LEGAL NOTICE

TOWN OF NORTH HAVEN ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

Notice is hereby given that the North Haven Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a Public Hearing on Thursday, March 16, 2023 at 7:30 p.m., at the Mildred A. Wakeley Community and Recreation Center, 7 Linsley Street, in Room #2 at which time and place opportunity will be given to those who wish to be heard relative to the following applications:

PUBLIC HEARINGS:

1. #22-14 Continuation of the Special Permit Application of John Magliochetti, Applicant, G.V.L. Inc., Owner, relative to 45 State Street, (Map 66, Lot 28), per Section 8.11.1, seeking a Certificate of Location for a Motor Vehicle Dealer’s License. IL-30 Zoning District.

2. #23-01 Application of Peter F. Grasso, Applicant, John & Alyssa Deugenio, Owner, relative to 45 Cedar Avenue, (Map 37, Lot 35), per Section 2.1.1.9, requesting a front yard setback variance of 5.1’ to permit a front yard setback of 19.9’ where 25’ is required. R-12 Zoning District.

3. #23-02 Application of Amici Corner Deli LLC, Applicant & Owner, relative to 43 Broadway, (Map 66, Lot 4), per Section 8.3.3.1, requesting approval to enlarge an existing non-conforming building. IL-30 Zoning District.

4. #23-03 Application of Nick Piscitelli, Applicant, Rodney W. Diggs, Owner, relative to 160 Garfield Avenue, (Map 41, Lot 154), per Section 2.1.1.9, requesting, a front yard setback variance of 9’ to permit a front yard setback of 16’ where 25’ is required. R-12 Zoning District.

Joseph P. Villano, Secretary R259505

LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE

The following Self Storage unit contents containing household and other goods will be sold for cash by Drive-Up Storage at 483 Washington Ave., North Haven, CT 06493, (203) 239-1144 to satisfy a lien on 3/14/2023 at approximately 12PM at www. storagetreasures.com:

013 EricPerler, 043 Susan Koafman, 128 Jessica Gettings, 217A Bryan Calandrelli R259041

LEGAL NOTICE

INVITATION TO BID TOWN OF NORTH HAVEN

Sealed bids from qualified contractors for Drainage Improvements at Sherwood Drive (Project No.: 23-05), will be received at the Finance Office, Memorial Town Hall, 18 Church Street, North Haven, Connecticut, until March 30, 2023 at 10:00 am, at which time and place they will be opened and publicly read. A pre-bid meeting with be held on March 15, 2023 at 10:00 am in Room 2 at the Wakeley Recreation Center, 7 Linsley Street, North Haven, CT. Plans and Specifications may be obtained from the Town’s web site. This contract is subject to state setaside and contract compliance requirements. After bids are received the Director of Administration/Procurement may analyze whether vendors have submitted comparable bids and meet the requirements called for. In reviewing the bids, the Director of Administration/Procurement may consider the past performance, financial responsibility, and sales and service experience of the vendors. The Director of Administration/Procurement reserves the right to reject any or all bids, to waive any defects in same, or to choose to make purchases other than strictly in accordance with price considerations, and/or to choose other than the lowest bidder, if it be deemed in the best interest of the Town of North Haven. Bidders are advised hereby of the existence of an Ordinance concerning Bid Preference for Town-Based Businesses.

Richard Monico Director of Administration /Procurement

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RETIRED COUPLE -

From NC seeking to rent Mother-in-Law apartment in Wallingford, CT area, to be used as home base, when visiting area. If interested, contact by email: manduffer@ya hoo.com

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.

PREMIER ESTATE JEWELRY - Is interested in buying your fine jewelry, watches, coin collections, silver flatware, and costume jewelry. Call Bill, (203) 4942496.

TOP CASH PAID For any Toyota any condition, running or not, crashed okay. Will take other makes and models. (203) 600-4431.

TOP CASH PAID

For Junk or unwanted vehicles, Toyota’s etc. Please call Mike @ 203284-8562 8am-5pm.

LIBRARIAN

Cheshire Library seeks qualified candidates to apply for 35 hr/wk position in its Youth Services department. Starting minimum hourly rate: $36.31

Successful candidate must have considerable experience planning & performing programs for children 0-18 years & their families. MLS required. For further information including job description & application process, see the Town’s web site at www.cheshirect.org . Deadline for applying is 3-10-23. Cheshire is an EEOE. M/F/D/V

MATERIALS DISTRIBUTION

Screened Topsoil $25/ per yd; Sand-$18 per yd; Millings-$22 per yd; Screened Millings $30 per yd; $100 minimum delivery. No pickup truck service. Minimum 16 yd pickup at our yard. Call Jim @ 860-982-4819 for delivery

Thank You for Shopping Local Autos Wanted

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.

BUYING MACHINIST

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

TIMELESS TREASURES ESTATE AUCTIONSIs looking to purchase estate contents. From single items to entire estates. Clean-out services available. Call Bill (203) 494-2496.

PREMIUM SCREENED TOPSOIL

Legal Notices Wanted To Buy Legal Notices Legal Notices

Covering Interested in Classified Advertising? Call Us. 203-238-1953

$25/yard delivered, 3 yd, $100 min. delivery Call Jim 860-982-4819

Lawn and Garden Wood Fuel Heating Equipment

Wanted To Buy

1,2,3 CASH FOR ANTIQUES - Call Todd Shamock, 203-4941695.

Wanted To Buy Wanted To Rent Help Wanted

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.

GRASSY HILL AUCTIONS, - an Estate 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, Mu sical 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 & Uniforms, Pocket Knives, Lighters & Pipes, Fountain Pens, Mechanical Pencils, Fraternal Order Items, Religious Items, Industrial Items, Winchester Items, Sikorsky Items, Pratt & Whitney Items, Colt Items, Native American Items, Vintage Electronics, Slot Cars, Toy Trucks, Matchbox & Hotwheels, Barbie’s, Folk Art, Statues, Bronzes, Trains, Cameras, Mid Century Modern Furniture, Straight Razors, Shaving Items, Political Items, Comic Books, Sports Cards & Autographs…& THE LIST GOES ON! So please give us a call at your earliest convenience. Grassy Hill Auctions 203-868-1816 - Grassy HillAuctions.com

CARPENTRY

Repairs, Decks & Porches, Sheetrock & Taping Water Damage Repairs. Free Est. Ins. MC & Visa.

GUTTERS PLUS 25+yrs. Exp. Call today for Free estimate. 203-440-3535 Ct. Reg. #578887

CarpetCare Solutions

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

HOME DOCTOR - 48 yrs exp. Odd jobs & remodeling, former US Navy, 15 yrs, #640689, 203.427.7828.

HOUSECLEANINGHousekeeper. Offices. Have many years of exper. Refs. (203) 6307921; 203 499-9992.

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

GUTTERS CLEANED Painting Int. & Ext. Powerwashing Free Ests. Ins. Refs. Rodrigo, (203) 565-7745.

SUDOKU

ANSWER

IF YOU Mention This Ad SPRINGYard Clean-Ups Brush, branches, s torm damage **JUNK REMOVAL** Appl’s, Furniture, Junk, Debris, etc WE CAN REMOVE ANYTHING Entire house to 1 item removed! FREE ESTIMATES Sr. Citizen Discount LIC & INS. DUMPSTER RENTALS 203-535-9817 860-575-8218

CROSSWORD ANSWER

CustomColonial Painting.com Since ‘99 Lic’d 0630904 & Ins’d Senior Discount Warranty. Financing 860-306-0270

Insurance claim.storm damage.roofing.siding. gutter.chimney flashing. Office:203.754.3071 Cell:203.510.3830 Stormshieldct@gmail. com HIC.0664452

ASPHALT DRIVEWAYS

When quality Counts 3 Year Guarantee Meriden, CT . Fully Ins. Lic.#575852

FRONTLINE PLUMBING - Plumbing repairs & replacements, toilets, tubs, sinks, showers, 30 yrs exp., 100% free quotes. #0286296-P1. Bob 203-213-0691.

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