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Wallingford Democrat runs for Fasano’s seat again By Lauren Takores Record-Journal staff
A Democratic candidate has thrown her hat into the ring for the state Senate seat to be vacated by Len Fasano. Fasano, the North Haven Republican who leads his party’s Senate caucus, announced in April that he would not be seeking a tenth term representing the 34th District of East Haven, North Haven, Durham and Wallingford.
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Keen filed her paperwork establishing her intent to run in January. In 2018, McKeen unsucMcKeen cessfully challenged Fasano in her first run for legislative office, winning 41.5 percent of the vote. Fasano had not been challenged for the seat since 2012.
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Area nursing homes continue to be impacted by COVID-19 pandemic By Michael Gagne Record-Journal staff
According to a new list compiled by the state, 3,423 COVID-19 cases have been identified in nursing homes across Connecticut, with 568 deaths. Another 200 deaths have been deemed COVIDpossible. In Meriden, Apple Rehab Coccomo had 16 cases and two confirmed deaths. Another three recent deaths in the facility were deemed
probable, according to state reports. At another facility, the Curtis Home, eight cases were reported, including one death. Silver Springs Care Center had reported five cases, with no deaths linked to the disease. At Regency House Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Wallingford, 19 cases of COVID-19 had been identified. The deaths of two residents have been linked to COVID-19.
At Quinnipiac Valley Center, 23 cases were identified, with two deaths linked to the disease. The nursing home is one of several in the state designated as a COVID recovery facility. Officials reported seven cases at Skyview Rehab and Nursing, and no deaths to date. Summit at Plantsville in Southington reported 16 cases to date. Four deaths at the facility have been linked See Nursing homes, A2
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McKeen, a member of Wallingford's Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Commission, said she expected it would take more than one attempt to win the seat. “It’s a lot of work and we reached out to a lot of people, but there really wasn’t enough time to reach all the voters I wanted to reach,” McKeen said. The 2018 Democratic primary was held in mid-August, leaving less than three months before the general election. Still, she and her team were able to knock on approximately 17,000 to
18,000 doors, she said. Paul Cicarella Jr., vice chairman of the North Haven Republican Town Committee, announced in April that he is seeking the Republican nomination in the 34th District seat. McKeen feels the race has become easier without a long-standing incumbent, adding that she spoke with many voters last time around who agreed with her positions—investing in small business, equitable education, environmental protection, affordable health care—but still supported Fasano. The ongoing coronavirus pandemic has affected her plans for campaigning and
voter outreach but not her platform, she said. McKeen is a personal property specialist for a public adjuster. She’s a Lyman Hall High School graduate and has studied at Southern Connecticut State University. She’s married to Bruce Conroy, who ran for a seat on the Wallingford Board of Education last year, and has two daughters, one of whom, Erin Conroy, is an EMT for a private ambulance company. The state Democratic nominating convention is scheduled for May 19.
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to COVID-19. Officials have determined another death at the nursing home is COVID19 probable.
Elim Park’s leaders issued a written statement late Friday regarding the efforts by staff to contain the spread of COVID-19 and the new coronavirus that causes it.
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In the statement, the leaders said, “Elim Park joins nursing homes around the country in fighting this battle against an invisible and insidious virus. Elim Park quickly and decisively put protocols and precautions in place to protect our staff and
CIAC keeps hopes of a spring season alive By Bryant Carpenter Record-Journal staff
CHESHIRE — Spring hope remains. Whether it fades or proves eternal will be seen in the weeks to come. For now, the CIAC is keeping open the possibility that there will be some kind of 2020 spring season for Connecticut’s high school athletes.
since Gov. Ned Lamont closed Connecticut schools in March due to the coronavirus pandemic. There are, however, two major updates: n If there is a spring season, it
will take place in June.
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the state tournaments have been cancelled.
The CIAC reiterated its position after a Board of Control meeting Thursday morning, April 23. It’s a continuation of the “wait-and-see” approach the organization has taken
The spring postseason typically spans the first two weeks of June. By scrapping the state championship events,
residents. Our staff’s efforts have been extraordinary and we have witnessed their transition from caregivers to heroes.
levels of care. COVID-19 is isolated at this time to the Health Care Center. We have no confirmed cases in Independent Living, Assisted Living or Residential Care.”
“Elim Park is a large community with approximately 500 residents and multiple
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Cheshire’s Elim Park Baptist home had 18 cases, with one death. In North Haven, Montowese Health and Rehabilitation Center had 30 residents who tested positive for COVID19, with four laboratory-confirmed death related to the disease.
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For safety reasons, the North Haven Garden Club’s annual May Market Fundraiser scheduled for Saturday, May 9 has been cancelled. The garden club hopes to have a fall festival in September which will feature perennials from members’ gardens and vendors.
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The Agency on Aging of South Central Connecticut is seeking artists age 60 and over for its annual art exhibition. The Art of Aging exhibition will be “hung” on the agency’s website and will go live on May 25. Entries of paintings or photography are being taken at aoascc.org/ artofaging. Submission deadline is May 18.
Art and equine therapy The Cove Center for Grieving Children and Bright Strides Art and Equine Therapy in Meriden is looking for teens
Walk to End Alzheimer’s The Alzheimer’s Association Central Connecticut Walk to End Alzheimer’s will take place Sept.13 at Lake Compounce in Bristol. For details, visit act.alz.org/. The Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s is the world’s largest event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s care, support and research programs.
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North Haven GOP The North Haven Republican Town Committee holds monthly meetings the second Tuesday of each month, 7 p.m., at its headquarters, 444R Washington Ave. The public is invited to attend. Meetings for April and May were cancelled.
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Sewer issues The Town of North Haven is asking residents to avoid flushing disposable hand wipes and other inappropriate items (disposable gloves, towels, etc.) into the town’s sewer lines and sanitary sewer system as people practice sanitation guidelines to combat the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. Veolia North America, which operates and maintains the town’s wastewater treatment plant, has noticed a significant increase in backups and blockages in the sanitary sewer system and collection network, which can pose a risk to the wastewater management system and require costly repairs, both for homeowners and the town.
Bulk pick-up The curbside bulk pick-up scheduled for April was postponed due to concerns related to COVID-19. The new dates for the collection program will be the last two full weeks in June: June 15 through June 26. Residents can place items at the curb by 5 a.m. on their designated trash collection day.
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North Haven Democrats select leaders
The North Haven Democratic Town Committee members held a meeting in March to elect officers for the 2020-2022 term. The election was held via Zoom video conference call due to Governor Ned Lamont’s executive order that there be no gatherings of more than five people due to the COVID-19 crisis. Kathy Grant was unanimously re-elected as leader
of the town’s Democratic Party. This is Grant’s second term as chair. Previously, she served as DTC secretary for two-and-a-half terms and also as interim vice chair. Jennifer Caldwell was also unanimously elected to her second term as DTC vice chair. New to the Executive Board of Officers are Maureen Cunningham, DTC secre-
tary; Kerry Mattie, treasurer; and Ken Quick, Deputy Treasurer. All candidates were voted in unanimously.
to support Governor Lamont and his team and uphold our American values that are critical in times of crisis.”
Regarding her plans for the new term, Grant said, “As the world combats COVID19, we have seen Democratic leadership at the state level in the absence of national leadership. It is my intention
“As we continue to social distance ourselves, and as uncertainty lingers, we must support leaders who are truthful and effective, who will be proactive and promote the health and well-
The 2020 Household HazWaste Central (HWC) Program collection season currently scheduled to begin on May 16, will be postponed until at least May 30. This follows the social distancing recommendations of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and others.
When RWA is confident that it will be safe to open the collection center, a newspaper ad will be published to reflect the opening date and posted on the town’s website. At that time, the Department of Public Works will also share an electronic copy of the advertisement with
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being of citizens,” Grant continued. “Our democracy is in turmoil and we are headed into a recession. The DTC will work towards getting a new president elected this November, as well as new, effective leadership for North Haven in the General Assembly."
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So, if schools do reopen this spring and there is sports season, it will be limited to June.
the CIAC is freeing up competition time for as many teams and athletes as possible, rather than giving the lion’s share to the elite few who advance through the tournament brackets.
To help get the ball rolling, the CIAC is bending its mandatory practice rule. Athletes must still practice at least 10 days before competing, but five of those days can be fulfilled at home. The other five must be done with a coach.
For that matter, there would also be no body of regularseason work to set up those tournaments. “There was no feasibility, from our perspective, to holding statewide events,” said Joel Cookson, the CIAC’s Director of Media & Sports Information. “This allows, if there is competition and it’s deemed safe, teams to play some of their local rivals and to get in those experiences in the time frame that ends up being allowed.” In keeping the spring sports window open, Connecticut is in the minority nationwide — ironic given that the CIAC was among the first to pull the plug on the winter postseason
Platt High School AD Rich Katz, for one, says easing the 10-day rule isn’t necessarily in the best interest of certain athletes.
Last Thursday’s announcement by the CIAC keeps alive the possibility that Maloney’s Owen Papciak and other area athletes will see some kind of spring season in June. State tournaments hae been cancelled, but only as a means of freeing up more time for schools to schedule events. Record-Journal file photo
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“Take that baseball pitcher,” said Katz, whose son Jeff was drafted by the Atlanta Braves in 2004 after pitching at Cheshire High School. “They need the 10 days of supervised throwing before they jump into any kind of an organized game. What they will be doing is losing their preseason throwing against hitters. Adrenaline comes out when you throw against another team. That’s important in conditioning. “It may be a bit different for other people, but even track and field, when you actually get into that race and the adrenaline goes through your body, different things happen,” Katz added. “You really need to build up gradually. But I especially look at that baseball pitcher, knowing my son was one. You need that adrenaline to pump up in each of your outings before you extend yourself because that body feels totally different after a game situation than it does in practice.” In the big picture, though, Katz supports the CIAC’s stance and agrees the chance of some kind of season is better than none at all. The CIAC’s Board of Control will meet again on May 7. In the meantime, individual leagues and conferences will start discussing how to conduct a potential June season. The scheduling would be left to them.
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Money Matters: Market volatility and retirement By Jeff Jolly
Retirement is an important milestone that often comes after years (or decades) of careful planning. But even the most seasoned planners couldn’t have foreseen the severe market selloff that happened in March in reaction to the COVID-19 pandemic. The abrupt end to the 10-year bull market surprised investors of all ages who are now wondering how long it will take for their portfolios to recover. Unlike younger workers with many years ahead of earning and saving,
investors who are retired or nearing retirement have less time to wait out their losses. But there are still actions they can take to help secure their finances, even during periods of uncertainty like we’re experiencing today.
your time in the workforce – whether it’s continuing your current career or moving into a new full- or part-time role. Either way, your answer can have a big impact on your investment decisions from this point forward.
If this situation applies to you, here are a few steps to consider in this new environment:
Ensure your investments are Balance your need diversified for protection with growth Not all sectors of the economy are
If you are approaching retirement:
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alike, and they react to news and events differently. For those nearing retirement, the recent spike in volatility is a reminder of how having a broadly diversified portfolio can help reduce your investing risk.
Instead of simply selling your stocks in attempt to cut your losses, review
pandemic heightens those uncertainties. The Ulbrich Boys & Girls Clubs’ commitment to not only the youth we serve but our community as a whole only gets stronger in times of crisis. We recognized that this pandemic was going to have devastating effects throughout our area and that we as local leaders were uniquely positioned to do all we could to help. It’s why we immediately began providing a Virtual Club Experience for all of our sites. We reached out personally to our members to comfort them and let them know how much we care. We worked with our local schools to make sure our kids remained focused on academics and healthy activities. But that resolve can only get us so far as we face lost revenue and financial instability as demand for our services increases. And we’re not the only nonprofit facing a financial quandary of how we can continue to provide
critical services and aid to youth and our community while also keeping staff compensated, and preparing for Summer Camp. I can’t stress enough the dire support nonprofits such as ours need if we are to not only continue to serve our community but help our nation recover once this is over. It’s not just how we respond to a crisis, it’s how we rebuild following it. It’s because of this that I must express my extreme gratitude on behalf of my Club staff, the youth and parents we serve as well as the community we call home, to our elected representative in Congress for passing much-needed supports for food insecurity, child care and educational programs for those struggling in the midst of this crisis. I can’t even put into words the difference aid will make in the lives of those who have lost their jobs as well as struggling small businesses and community servSee Collazo, A12
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Stimulus enables nonprofits to continue aiding communities Over the past month, our nation has faced a myriad of uncertainties as we grapple with the impact coronavirus has had on our lives and those around us. Our ability as a nation to put aside our differences and help our fellow man is something to be celebrated and not forgotten.
Protecting your portfolio from market downturns becomes more important as you approach the day when you start living off your savings. During this time, you may want to consider investing the money you plan to use for income in the first
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your portfolio to see if it is properly balanced between stocks, bonds and cash that align with your goals, time horizon and your ability to manage risk. While a diversified portfolio can’t guarantee profits or protect against all losses, it can greatly reduce the impact of volatility.
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If the recent decrease in the value of your portfolio few years of retirement more makes you nervous, revisit conservatively in liquid vehi- the amount of money you cles that are easy to access. withdraw monthly to meet This can help give you peace your expenses. As you reof mind that you are preview, the goal is to be aspared to handle upcoming sured that the amount you expenses no matter what’s withdraw to meet the next happening in the markets. year or two of expenses does If you are currently in retire- not put your long-term financial security in jeopardy. ment : If your base of assets is reFrom A11
duced, you may have to trim your withdrawal amount to assure you have a sustainable long-term income strategy.
Don’t take unnecessary chances in your stock exposure For the long-term investor – which may include you as a retiree – volatility in equities can work in your favor. It’s possible that you will spend one to three decades in retirement, giving you time to
withstand some market moves. At the same time, it’s important to preserve your base of savings and not be overexposed to stock risk. Now is a good time to review your exposure in the context of your full financial plan to evaluate if you are taking the right amount of risk. Additionally, focus your equity portfolio on higher quality stocks – primarily blue-chip companies that tend to demonstrate more stable performance. Stocks that pay competitive dividends may also be an effective choice to
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Colony Diner
611 N Colony Road Wallingford, CT 06492 (203) 269-9507 colonydiner.com Wallingford’s place to go for oldfashioned breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Proudly serving up delicious and hearty meals daily. Voted Best Diner 4 years running by Record Journal. Open seven days. Breakfast served all day.
Athena II Diner
320 Washington Ave, North Haven, CT 06473 203.239.0663 www.athena2diner.com Open 24 hours a day 7 days a week. Serving breakfast, lunch, & dinner. Accept Q Cards. Serving North Haven for 30 years. Daily specials and full liquor available.
Duchess of Wallingford 124 Church St. Wallingford, CT 06492 (203) 265-9431 www.facebook.com/pages/ Duchess -of-Wallingford/119682821380599 Celebrating Over 25 Years in Wallingford! Our Success comes from dedication to quality,freshness & variety! Breakfast cooked to order. Open 7 days for breakfast lunch & dinner.
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ALWAYS BUYING CASH PAID Vintage Electronics, Musical Instruments, Amps, Ham Equipment, HiFi, Radios, CB, Guitars, Audio Equipment, Antiques. 860-707-9350
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Will Summer 2020 at Holiday Hill Day Camp happen?
We hope so! While some of our normal off-season routines have slowed down, we are still planning as if we will be greeting our campers off ofWill the bus on June 29th. We are frequent contact with the Connecticut Camping Association (CCA), the American Summer 2020 atinHoliday Hill Day Camp happen? We hope so! WhileThe someConnecticut of our normal off-season have slowed down, are still planning as directors if we will bein greeting our Until we hear Camping Association (ACA), Office ofroutines Early Childhood (OEC)weand other camp the area. campers off of the bus on June 29th. We are in frequent contact with the Connecticut Camping Association (CCA), the American definitively whether or not Summer 2020 will happen, we are forging ahead with the mindset that it is. Camping Association (ACA), The Connecticut Office of Early Childhood (OEC) and other camp directors in the area. Until we hear definitively whether or not Summer 2020 will happen, we are forging ahead with the mindset that it is.
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