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HIGH SCHOOL HOCKEY
North Haven denied in D-II state final Top seed Nighthawks’ 21-game win streak snapped with shutout loss against No. 3 Wethersfield Eagles By Kevin Arnold Special to the Record-Journal
Division II state championship game at the People’s United Center at Quinnipiac University.
HAMDEN — On Monday night, the Wethersfield hockNorth Haven (23-3-0) rode a ey team did something no one had done since Dec. 31: 21-game winning streak into Monday’s title tilt in search beat North Haven. of its third state hockey Eagles 3 The Eagles championship and first since also did 2004. Instead, Wethersfield Nighthawks 0 something (18-6-3) won its second and no one had first since 2007. done all season: shut North The Nighthawks and Eagles Haven out. had reached the final by deWith goals from three differ- feating the two Wallingford ent scorers and 22 saves teams in the semifinals — from sophomore goalie Matt North Haven 2-0 over No. 4 Ruck, the No. 3 Eagles Sheehan, Wethersfield 6-3 stonewalled top-seeded over No. 2 Lyman Hall. The North Haven 3-0 in the CIAC
Nighthawks and Eagles had also met in the regular season finale, with North Haven chalking up a 4-1 victory. On Monday, the three-goal margin was reversed, with Wethersfield scoring two of See Hockey, A11
North Haven’s Ben Gilbert and Wethersfield’s Nathan Odell battle for the puck during Monday night’s CIAC Division II championship hockey game at the People’s United Center at Quinnipiac University. Aaron Flaum, Record-Journal
Historical society preparing for future
New Starbucks on Route 5 expected to open in June By Nicole Zappone The Citizen
Construction is well underway on a new Starbucks coffee shop along Washington Avenue (Route 5), not far from its current location. The shop is expected to open sometime in June.
By Nicole Zappone The Citizen
After nearly three years of work, renovations are complete at the North Haven Historical Society and Museums. Located in the Cultural Center at 27 Broadway, the historical society has newlyinstalled hardwood floors, a fresh coat of paint, and also has added to its collection. Volunteers hope a reopening celebration will take place this summer.
The North Haven Historical Society and Museums has completed its nearly three-year renovation project. Volunteers Marisa Hexter, Ann Clark, Susan Iverson and Chuck Hexter are pictured. Photo by Nicole Zappone
Chuck Hexter, Sue Iverson, Marisa Hexter and Ann Clark have been working to get the historical society back on track.
“We are always in need of volunteers, as we want to leave this See Historical society, A8
The current location is at 166 Washington Ave. The new one, about a block away at 144 Washington Ave., will be in a plaza with Five Guys, just south of a new GSB (Guilford Savings Bank) branch and directly across from McDonald's. The Starbucks, which is being built by Capasso Construction, will be about 2,200 square feet. See Starbucks, A2
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Former federal agent Greg Dillon will discuss his book “The Thin Blue Lie: An Honest Cop vs. The FBI” Tuesday, April 12 at the North Haven Library. A North Haven resident for more than 30 years, Dillon was a police inspector assigned to an FBI fugitive task force in Connecticut when he discovered FBI agents falsifying affidavits and attributing that information to Dillon and two investigators he supervised. Greg Dillon’s April 12 talk at the North Haven Library begins at 6:30 p.m. Registration is required. Visit northhavenlibrary.net.
Faith United Methodist Church, 81 Clintonville Road, will host its annual Spring Fair on Saturday, May 7. Tag sale/ vendor/craft space is available for $30. Contact Vicki LiPuma at 203-265-1070 or vicklip@ aol.com.
Square dancing The Temple Sweethearts Square Dance Club hosts workshops on Mondays, 1 to 3 p.m., at the Recreation Center, 7 Linsley St. The cost is $7. Call Jean at 203-234-0665.
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“The (new) plaza will be up and running by June of this year with Starbucks being open for business,” said Freda. “I am happy that we were able to expand with them because they are a very popular destination in town and now there will be a drive through component which will be very appealing to their loyal customers.”
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Coins-for-Change Through the end of March, Connex Credit Union will collect its regular coin-cashing machine fees and donate 100 percent of the money to charitable groups. The North Haven Branch is located at 412 Washington Ave.
Comedy Night The North Haven Lions Annual Comedy Night fundraiser will take place Sunday, March 27 at the Whitneyville Cultural Commons in Hamden. Doors open at 5 p.m. Call 203-6714731 or email LisaL47@yahoo.com.
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Wreaths effort
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Wreaths Across America volunteers work year-round to ensure military members laid to rest are remembered, their families and living veterans are honored, and the next generation is taught about the value of freedom. Visit wreathsacrossamerica.org to help.
The North Haven Garden Club in conjunction with Federated Garden Club's of Connecticut and National Garden Club's announced the theme for their 2021-2022 poetry contest, "Sing with the Songbirds – Exploring the Glory of Nature." The contest is open to students in kindergarten through grade nine. Contact Cindy Golia at nhgccindy@yahoo.com.
Radon awareness
The EPA and the U.S. Surgeon General recommend that all homes be tested for Sculpture contest radon. Learn more about testing your home, including The North Haven Garden how to obtain an easy-to-use Club in conjunction with the Federated Garden Club's of test kit, at epa.gov.
Connecticut and National Garden Club are sponsoring a sculpture contest. The contest is open to students in grades 4 to 8. Contact Cindy Golia at nhgccindy@ yahoo.com.
Legion Post 76 American Legion Post 76 meets the third Thursday of the month. Call Phil (203298-8017) for more information.
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our nation's military and public safety veterans (and their spouses) who are disabled, living on a fixed income, or facing other physical/financial challenges. Volunteers perform minor repairs and make improvements to the homes of veterans and their spouses at no cost to the veteran through the generosity of individuals, civic organizations, and corporations. For more information, visit hohct.org, or email info@ houseofheroesct.org.
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Shredding event The North Haven Land Trust will hold a document shredding event Saturday, April 9, 9 a.m. to noon, at the North Haven High School parking lot, 221 Elm St. The cost is $10 for a small box/bag filled with paper items. This event is part of the Earth Day celebration that will take place at NHHS that morning. Your participation will support the North Haven Land Trust in its mission to protect land for future generations and engage community members in conservation actions. For more information, email Peter Madden at pmadden91@comcast.net.
The Connecticut Wine Trail's popular Winter Wine Trail program has returned. Visit all 12 participating wineries before April 10 for a chance to win prizes valued at more than $5,000. Visit ctwine.com for details.
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The Community Foundation for Greater New Haven is one of the oldest and largest community foundations in the U.S. and was established in 1928 as the permanent charitable endowment for New Haven and surrounding communities. For more information, visit cfgnh.org or follow @cfgnh.
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Tax assistance Free tax assistance is available at Tunxis Community College in Farmington through the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program. Assistance is available Fridays through April 8. All information is kept strictly confidential. For appointments, visit hranbct.org/vita or call HRA at 860-356-2000.
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This spring, one year after breaking ground, the Connecticut Gold Star Families Memorial Monument will be dedicated. A celebration marking the structure’s completion is scheduled for Saturday, April 23 at 1 p.m. Located at Veterans Memorial Park in Berlin, the monument honors Gold Star Families and the legacy of their loved ones who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving in the United States military.
Crisis network The Adult Crisis Telephone Intervention and Options Network is available to people in distress 24/7, 365 days a year. For adults (18-plus), call 1800-HOPE-135 (1-800-4673135) or 2-1-1. For those under age 18, call 2-1-1.
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Fans enjoy a trip back in time at 90s Con HARTFORD — Visiting the Convention Center the weekend of March 11 to 13 was a trip back in time as thousands from all over the country came to see some of their favorite 1990s sitcom stars and other celebrities from the era. More than 40 celebrity guests — including actors from “Boy Meets World,” “Sabrina the Teenage Witch” and the iconic “Full House” — were available for autographs and photos.
At left: Kaylanleigh Houston from Catskill, NY, in her pink Power Ranger costume at 90s Con on March 13. At right: North Haven resident Brian Troiano poses while waiting in line to meet a cast member from “Sabrina the Teenage Witch” at the Convention Center in Hartford. Photos by Nicole Zappone, The Citizen
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Nine years ago, when her daughter was little, Gressa Quinn became a stay-athome mom. That’s also when she started selling her crafts ; first, through word of mouth, and later, at craft Quinn shows. She called her little business Quinntessential Design & Boutique.
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have a place where everyone can have a unique creative experience,” said Quinn, who runs the enterprise from her home in North Haven.
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In a Facebook post, business owner Frank Mengert stated: “Gressa created all of our favors for a party. Everyone loved them, such a great idea.”
Over the Rainbow Boutique, LLC can be found on Facebook and Instagram. Also, Quinn can be reached at overtherainbowboutiquellc@ gmail.com.
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others, and have people learn from one another.”
Gardeners with questions about when to plant peas, where to buy heirloom tomato seeds, how to top dress vegetables or what to do if your chickens start losing their feathers, might find Wallingford Community Farmers Facebook page a valuable resource. The page was started three years ago by recreational gardener Ken Lloyd when he noticed more people getting interested in gardening and other small farm activities.
The Facebook page Lloyd started now has 2,000 followers. The private page is open at this time to those who live in Cheshire, Wallingford, Durham, Meriden, Middlefield, North Haven and North Branford. “You do not have to be from Wallingford to be a member,” he said.
There was a void for this type of information, said Lloyd, adding that “I wanted to connect people, help
Members range from those just getting started in gardening, to hobby farmers, to small non-profit and smaller-sized, for-profit farms. There also are a number of members who have animals, such as See Gardeners, A10
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Wallingford Public Schools. “It’s great that it’s bringing a little business to our state.” Connecticut’s inaugural 90s Con was presented by That’s 4 Entertainment. The weekend included panel discussions with sitcom stars, a cosplay contest, a 90s trivia showdown, plenty of music from the era and at least one marriage proposal.
Austin Hardin from Shakopee, Minnesota was standing in line to meet Melissa Joan Hart, who also appeared in Sabrina the Teenage Witch, when the proposal happened. “I heard some people scream and clapped,” Hardin recalled. “When I turned around, he was on his knees sliding the ring on her finger.”
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chickens, goats, or pigs. His own inspiration for gardening comes from his father, albeit not in a straightforward way, said Lloyd. His family lived in Southbury and his father had a huge garden.
sponse from some members on whatever question I post. It feels like being part of a community,” he said.
with tours of local farms and farmers markets. He posts about his own gardening experiences in his two 15x30foot plots at the Wallingford Community Gardens, a town space open to gardeners, no matter the town they live in.
“We love the farms when they post. We support those farms,” said Lloyd. “I want to see generational farms continue. I care about protecting farms.”
Cheshire resident Ellen Angus calls the group her “goto” whenever she has questions on gardening.
His father, however, never kept the garden up. That served to motivate Lloyd to do things differently with his own garden when he decided to “get back to the earth.”
“I find great advice by professionals on lawncare, going pollinator-friendly, finding out about invasives and more,” she said.
Lloyd has a broadcasting background and self-identifies as a techie and social media person. He often livestreams on Facebook
Members of the page often share informative and interesting articles, she said, including historic writeups about farms in Cheshire. “It’ a good local resource.”
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Lloyd is an organic farmer. His favorite sources for seed are Baker Creek and Comstock-Ferre. In addition to being a micro-farmer (farming in small areas), Lloyd works with hydroponics at his home. He then transfers over to soil planting once the season changes.
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For the third year in a row, lawmakers are considering a ban on flavored vaping products. Connecticut is one of few states in the region that has not adopted a prohibition on flavored e-cigarettes. New York, New Jersey and Rhode Island have barred the sale of flavored vaping products. Massachusetts banned all flavored tobacco items, including flavored cigars, cigarettes and vaping goods. The proposal was raised in Connecticut in 2020 as part of Gov. Ned Lamont’s budget but was unsuccessful. Lamont had recommended banning flavored vaping products and increasing the tax on all e-cigarette liquids. Last year, a bill barring the sale of flavored cigarettes, tobacco products and ecigarettes was watered down and then shelved. A version of the plan was also added to the state budget implementer but was scrapped. The proposal has become a victim of timing, priorities and money, among other issues. In 2020, the legislative session was suspended just over a month after it started due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The budget was adopted in a special session.
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A Public Hearing to hear any and all who wish to be heard on any and all items in the proposed Budgets will be held in the North Haven High School Auditorium, Elm Street, North Haven, Connecticut on Tuesday, April 5, 2022 with the Town Government Budget to be presented first beginning at 7:00 P.M., followed by the Board of Education Budget, to begin no later than 8:00 P.M. with general discussion to follow, as may be warranted. The following expense estimates as requested by various Town Officials, reviewed by the Board of Selectmen and revised by the Board of Finance, are submitted for the carrying on of Town Business during the Fiscal Year July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2023. Copies of the Town Budget will be available in the Town Clerk’s Office and on the Town’s web site starting on Friday, March 25, 2022. Actual Budget Est. Exp Request Percent % 2020-21 2021-22 2021-22 2022-23 Change GENERAL GOVERNMENT Selectmen $253,431 $259,529 $259,529 $263,648 2% Town Clerk $191,590 $198,243 $198,243 $210,060 6% Election $118,179 $108,850 $108,850 $109,834 1% Legal $256,892 $226,800 $226,800 $265,846 17% Probate Court $7,700 $7,700 $7,700 0% Public Libraries $992,719 $1,085,858 $1,085,858 $1,165,457 7% Cemetery Commission $48,154 $52,200 $52,200 $56,400 8% Treasurer-Finance $613,515 $581,925 $581,925 $677,727 16% Board of Finance $800 $3,750 $3,750 $3,750 0% Tax Assessor $281,041 $289,563 $289,563 $291,563 1% Tax Collector $186,659 $213,703 $213,703 $221,360 4% Board of Assessment Appeals $506 $3,300 $3,300 $3,300 0% Insurance - General $935,980 $1,037,592 $1,037,592 $1,055,913 2% Central Facilities $518,783 $347,788 $347,788 $387,788 12% Central Supply Services $482,324 $575,997 $575,997 $575,997 0% Personnel Policy Expenses $1,098,200 $907,951 $907,951 $1,112,765 23% Audit $40,743 $53,900 $53,900 $54,800 2% Information Technology $403,716 $427,455 $427,455 $437,251 2% TOTAL GENERAL GOVERNMENT $6,423,232 $6,382,104 $6,382,104 $6,901,159 8%
Total Dollar Change $4,119 $11,817 $984 $39,046 $79,599 $4,200 $95,802 $2,000 $7,657 $18,321 $40,000 $204,814 $900 $9,796 $519,055
PUBLIC SAFETY Police $6,390,859 $6,877,489 $6,877,489 $7,375,604 7.2% Animal Control $174,115 $168,700 $168,700 $168,700 0.0% Fire $5,772,624 $5,925,269 $5,925,269 $6,180,278 4.3% Civil Defense / Emergency Management $9,113 $42,568 $42,568 $62,832 47.6% TOTAL PUBLIC SAFETY $12,346,711 $13,014,026 $13,014,026 $13,787,414 5.9%
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PUBLIC WORKS Public Works Admin $287,312 $329,237 $329,237 $381,510 15.9% Streets & Roads $1,872,466 $2,568,640 $2,568,640 $2,727,116 6.2% Sanitation $1,787,252 $1,823,463 $1,823,463 $2,014,395 10.5% Transfer Station & Recycling $705,976 $616,056 $616,056 $682,860 10.8% Maintenance $297,909 $339,351 $339,351 $352,851 4.0% Parks $324,291 $376,700 $376,700 $411,200 9.2% TOTAL PUBLIC WORKS $5,275,206 $6,053,447 $6,053,447 $6,569,932 8.5%
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HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES Community Services $584,985 $546,704 $546,704 $634,117 16% Regional Health District $151,622 $157,545 $157,545 $167,235 6% Regional Visiting Nurse Agency $276 $32,161 $32,161 $25,570 -20% Welfare $3,000 $3,000 $3,000 0% Senior Center $282,420 $302,547 $302,547 $237,577 -21% Recreation $565,839 $540,246 $540,246 $557,875 3% TOTAL HEALTH&HUMAN SERVICES $1,585,143 $1,582,203 $1,582,203 $1,625,374 3%
$(64,970) $17,629 $43,171
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS Pension - Social Security $6,494,791 $6,836,812 $6,836,812 $7,030,444 2.8% Insurance - Employees $6,435,071 $7,173,400 $7,173,400 $7,483,937 4.3% TOTAL EMPLOYEE BENEFITS $12,929,863 $14,010,212 $14,010,212 $14,514,381 3.6%
$193,632 $310,537 $504,169
DEBT SERVICE Principal & Interest - Bonds & Notes $8,578,004 $8,453,853 $8,453,853 $9,109,970 7.8% TOTAL DEBT SERVICE $8,578,004 $8,453,853 $8,453,853 $9,109,970 $0
$656,117 $656,117
MISCELLANEOUS Miscellaneous $359,928 $394,985 $394,985 $364,985 -7.6% Utilities $1,217,780 $1,231,000 $1,231,000 $1,240,000 0.7% TOTAL MISCELLANEOUS $1,577,708 $1,625,985 $1,625,985 $1,604,985 -1.3%
$(30,000) $9,000 $(21,000)
$87,413 $9,690 $(6,591)
Sub Total $24,670,718
$25,672,253
$25,672,253
$26,854,710
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$1,182,457
TOTAL TOWN GOVERNMENT BUDGET $49,622,671 TOTAL BOARD OF EDUCATION BUDGET $57,316,890 CAPITAL $987,012 RESERVE FOR CONTINGENCY $28,150
$52,110,914 58,470,730 $972,150 $300,000
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$55,185,317 60,166,330 $371,950 $300,000
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$3,074,403 $1,695,600 $(600,200)
TOTAL RECOMMENDED 2022-2023 TOWN BUDGET $107,954,723
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$116,023,597
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2022, HS diploma/GED, valid driver’s license and hold a valid Paramedic License that meets CT State Regulations. Applicants who are enrolled in an accredited Para-medicine training program may apply, but will not be considered for appointment until they complete the Paramedic licensing requirement. Copies of licenses and certifications must be submitted with application materials. The Town of Wallingford offers a competitive pay rate of $58,377.28 to $75,262.20 annually. In addition, there is a $5,150 annual paramedic bonus plus an excellent fringe benefit package. Application deadline is April 4, 2022. Apply: Department of Human Resources, Town of Wallingford, 45 South Main St., 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. Phone: (203) 294-2080; Fax: (203) 294-2084. EOE.
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CASH PAID For any Toyota any condition, running or not, crashed okay. Will take other makes and models. (203) 600-4431.
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.
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Friday, March 25, 2022
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Friday, March 25, 2022
EGGSTRAVAGANZA
EASTER COLORING
CONTEST
SATURDAY APRIL 9
RAINDATE: SUNDAY, APRIL 10
AT THE JOHNSON MANSION 153 SOUTH MAIN STREET, WALLINGFORD
A whimsical, interactive Easter experiance by the Producer of The Magical Elf House. Meet Mr. and Mrs. Cottontail and the Cottontail family. Crafts, games and, of course, a very special hunt! Reservations required for hourly event. Limited to 25 children, ages 3-10 per block. Celebration begins at 10 a.m. Last celebration is at 3p.m.
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