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Nursing homes see spike in cases, deaths By Mary Ellen Godin Record-Journal staff
The number of local and statewide nursing home patients infected with COVID-19 and patient deaths soared last week despite flattening in general hospital admissions, according to data released by the state Department of Public Health. Nursing home residents now comprise 57 percent of all COVID-19 related deaths statewide. Health officials report there are now 4,814 confirmed cases in the state’s nursing homes, compared to last week’s 3,423.
Local woman named Student of the Year Quinnipiac University’s Delilah Dominguez, of North Haven, has been selected as the Student of the Year by the American Academy of Physician Assistants, a national professional organization that represents nearly 140,000 members. COVID-19 cases at Regency House Nursing and Rehabilitation Center on East Main Street in Wallingford doubled from 19 to 38, according to data released last week. Deaths related to the disease rose from two to seven, with one additional probable Dave Zajac, Record-Journal death.
COVID-19-related deaths rose sharply, from 568 to 958. The report also cited 291 probable deaths associated with the virus. There are a combined 19,319 licensed beds in the facilities. The state also released the numbers of affected residents living in assisted living facilities. According to the updated data, 558 residents in assisted living facilities in the state have tested
positive, and another 140 are suspected of having the virus.
‘Concerning’ In Meriden, Apple Rehab Coccomo nursing home on Cone Avenue reported 26 positive cases, 10 more than the previous week, with six deaths and two probable deaths. Silver Springs nursing home on Roy Street saw a spike
The award recognizes Dominguez’s academic achievement, her professional development as a twoterm member of the AAPA’s House of Delegates and a deep commitment to helping others. Dominguez “This award is humbling. It represents the culmination of years of hard work and perseverance despite many hardships,” said Dominguez, who grew up in Bastrop, Texas, a small town about 30 miles southeast of Austin. “I consider it an honor and privilege to have been selected among such a strong field of PA student leaders.”
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Schools closed for remainder of academic year Gov. Ned Lamont will order K-12 schools throughout Connecticut to stay closed for the remainder of the academic year because of the health
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In making this decision, Lamont becomes the 40th governor in the nation to decide that it is not safe for schools to reopen.
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The Democratic governor first ordered schools closed seven weeks ago after most
While 16 other states had already ordered schools closed for the academic year at the time Lamont extended the closure, he still received pushback from some in the legislature and business community for making an early decision to keep commerce and schools shuttered.
However, the governor has signaled on multiple occasions that school would likely be closed for the remainder of the year. If Lamont had allowed schools to reopen, students would have come back for just three or four weeks before summer break began.
Delaying a decision to close for the remainder of the year was an effort to keep par-
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Despite losing her mother and grandmother in 2011 — “my two dearest matriarchs,” as she calls them — Dominguez will finish her physician assistant studies later this year and earn her third graduate degree.
In addition to recognizing the Student of the Year, the AAPA honors physician assistants nationally who have distinguished themselves in service to their patients and their communities, and who have been dedicated advocates for the PA profession. “This year’s award recipients are wonderful representatives of the PA profession, and we are incredibly proud of their accomplishments,” said David E. Mittman, PA, DFAAPA, president and chair of the AAPA Board of Directors. “At a time like this, we all need good news — and the selection of these amazing PAs is something we should all be proud of.
Since becoming a PA student, Dominguez has been committed to advocacy and social justice. She has dedicated more than 240 hours of her time to volunteer work. “The most rewarding aspect of being a part of the PA profession is having the privilege to serve a diverse range of individuals who entrust you with some of their most vulnerable concerns,” Dominguez said. “Every in-
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This announcement – recommended by the panel the governor appointed to explore how best to reopen schools and businesses – is sure to complicate efforts to restart the economy since many employees rely on schools for childcare while they work.
ents, students and educators engaged in learning. Officials feared that cancelling school for the whole year would lead to students becoming disengaged until a new school year begins in late August.
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No decision has been made yet about whether summer school and camps will be allowed to convene.
district leaders had already decided to close their doors. When it became apparent that it was not safe to reconvene schools, the governor in early April extended his school closure order through May 20.
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With these new expenses added to existing expenses, the land trust is asking residents for donations. Checks should be sent to: The North Haven Land Trust, Inc., P.O. Box 262, North Haven, CT 06473.
In March, the North Haven Democratic Town Committee initiated a virtual food drive and fund-raising campaign for the North Haven Food Bank.
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Land trust The North Haven Land Trust has engaged in opening up one of its properties off of Clintonville Road. A deforester machine has cleared a basic, wide trail on the property. Now, the land trust is looking at filling in the trail to keep it clear for walking.
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North Haven Democrats are also making wellness calls to seniors in the area. The program will continue at least through the end of May.
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The North Haven RTC is committed to helping residents in their time of need and will assist voters in upcoming elections with questions or concerns. The RTC office is closed but committee members can be reached at 203-239-2084.
The chamber has also provided updates to local businesses about what is happening in Washington by hosting webinars with U.S. senators Richard Blumenthal and Chris Murphy.
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The North Haven Republican Town Committee has decided to cancel its August fundraiser due to the COVID-19 crisis. The RTC said it will focus on helping the community and has made a $500 donation to the North Haven Food Bank.
bers and providing muchneeded services. The chamber has created a series of online webinars and resources about essential COVID-19-related information to keep local businesses informed and engaged.
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For safety reasons, the North Haven Garden Club’s annual May Market Fundraiser checks were set up by the CT scheduled for Saturday, May Democrats to reach out to 9 has been cancelled. the elderly who may not have the support at this time The garden club hopes to of crisis.” have a fall festival in September which will feaTo volunteer, contact the ture perennials from memNorth Haven Democrats at bers’ gardens and vendors. 203-626-1711. From A3
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The North Haven Rotary Club is accepting applications for its 2020 community grants program. This grant money comes from Rotary fundraisers and is intended for area organizations and projects that benefit their community. Applications must be submitted through the club website, nhrotary.org.
Goodwill of Southern New England is offering virtual, online career coaching services. Sign up for these virtual consultations at goodwillsne.org/virtual-services. Sessions can take place through web meetings, from a smartphone or tablet, or via a phone call.
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, equine therapy The Cove Center for Grieving Children and Bright Strides Art and Equine Therapy in Meriden is looking for teens (13 to 17) to start a virtual grief program to engage and provide support during this time. Visit cognitoforms.com/TheCoveCenterForGrievingChildren/TeenGriefProgramApplication.
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The income tax filing date has been pushed back from April 15, to July 15. Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin announced the decision in a tweet March 20 saying that at President Donald Trump’s direction “we are moving Tax Day from April 15 to July 15. All taxpayers and businesses will have this additional time to file and make payments without interest or penalties.” See Briefs, A5
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Connecticut’s presidential primary election has been postponed to June 2 to impede the spread of coronavirus. The original primary date was April 28.
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.
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
Essay contest North Haven Garden Club Youth Program is participating in The National Garden Clubs High School Essay Contest 2020-2021. The essay topic is "Challenges In Preserving Our Natural Habitats." The contest is open to students in grades 912. Essay must be 600-700 words. Scholarships from the North Haven Garden Club will be awarded to the first, second
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and third place winner. The national winner will receive a $1,000 scholarship. Entries can be emailed to nhgccindy@yahoo.com or mailed to NHGC c/o Cindy Golia, 12 Stanton Road, North Haven, CT 06473.
Poetry contest North Haven Garden Club Youth Program is participating in The National Garden Clubs Annual Poetry Contest for 2020-2021. The contest theme is "Adventures In The Garden." The contest is open to students in grades K-9. Five grand prizes and a certificate will be awarded from the North Haven Garden Club along with a certificate from The Federated Garden Clubs of CT. Mail entries to NHGC, c/o Cindy Golia, 12 Stanton Road, North Haven, CT 06473.
Photo contest The North Haven Camera Club and North Haven Trail Association are hosting a photo contest. Pictures taken
along the Tidal Marsh Trail (behind the North Haven Target store) may be entered. For details, visit northhavencameraclub.com. For more information, email don.rocklin@gmail.com.
Donations sought The North Haven food bank has a constant need for: mayo, ketchup, mustard, coffee, tea, tuna, soup, Chef Boyardee products, instant mashed potatoes, cookies, crackers, macaroni and cheese, protein bars, granola bars, trail mix, nuts, jerky, peanut butter crackers, graham crackers, dried fruit, Fruit Roll-Ups, fruit snacks, fruit cups, applesauce, pudding cups, peanut butter, jelly, Pop Tarts, cereal, oatmeal, pancake mix, syrup, juice boxes and canned fruit. Items can be dropped off at the Department of Community Services office at the Town Hall Annex.
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Talk it out To further their efforts in supporting and empowering families, the Department of Children and Families has partnered with United Way of Connecticut 2-1-1 and community providers to establish a "When it Builds Up, Talk it Out" campaign. Any parent who wishes to access support is invited to call 833-258-5011 or visit talkitoutct.com and engage with trained professionals. If additional help is needed, parents and caregivers will be referred to communitybased services. See Briefs, A6
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Letters to the Editor Budget process Editor : First, I would like to extend my best regards to all North Haveners during these challenging times.
celled. Pursuant to one of Governor Lamont's many Executive Orders, the 20/21 budget will be voted on and adopted by our elected Board of Finance. This will happen on May 20.
However, all citizens can still I am writing to encourage participate by submitting folks to participate in the budget adoption process for questions about the budget the upcoming fiscal year. Be- on or before May 12. You cause of the COVID-19 pan- can review the proposed demic, there will be no refer- budget online, via the town's website. Then you can ask endum this year. The cusquestions in one of two tomary April Budget Public ways: Call 203-234-1076 or Hearing and May Budget send an email to questions@ Town Meeting were can-
northhaven-ct.gov. First Selectman Freda and/or Superintendent Stirk will answer all questions during a May 14 budget presentation broadcast on NHTV. Our Town Meeting form of government relies on citizen participation. Please take advantage of this process that allows for questions from the public. I hope the First Selectman will also read all opinions during his budget broadcast. Sally J. Buemi Third Selectman, Town of North Haven
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Hazardous waste collection season postponed
RWA will continue monitoring the COVID-19 pandemic in Connecticut and if necessary, may further delay the 2020 HWC opening to continue protecting the health of the town’s residents, customers, HWC volunteers and all communities it serves.
We know that many people are at home doing spring cleaning and may have
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be asked to sign in electronically using their smartphone and/or home computer.
When the collection center is open for business, social distancing practices will be encouraged as part of routine operations. Paper userquestionnaires will be eliminated and all customers will
HWC began using this online sign-in option two years ago. The mechanism is already functional and it provides the necessary municipal participation data. There will be a back-up process to assist customers that are un-
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ELECTION 2020
Democrat joins field for Fasano’s seat in Conn. state Senate By Lauren Takores Record-Journal staff
Former East Haven Mayor April Capone announced her candidacy last week 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 he Capone would not be seeking a tenth term representing the 34th district of East Haven, North Haven, Durham and Wallingford. Capone, a Democrat, was elected as East Haven mayor in 2007 and left office in 2011. “I’m excited for the opportunity to serve the public again in a new capacity,” Capone said in a statement. “As the only candidate in this race who has held elected office, combined with extensive municipal government, state government, and private sector experience, I am prepared on Day 1 to begin working for the people of this district to deliver real results.” Capone was elected to the East Haven Town Council in 2005, as the sole Democrat on the 15-seat body.
After leaving office in 2011, she joined the state Office of Policy and Management as manager of intergovernmental affairs, where she served as municipal liaison between state government and all 169 towns and cities. In 2016, Capone joined the team at Yale New Haven Hospital to launch the Center for Living Organ Donors. She also is an adjunct professor at Gateway Community College, a fellow of Branford College at Yale University and founding member and past chair of PoliticaCT, a progressive political organization dedicated to electing women to office. Capone said her three top priorities for her campaign are to provide absentee ballots and applications with postagepaid-return envelopes for all voters, work toward a more equitable health care system for Connecticut residents and emerge from the COVID-19 pandemic economically healthy as well as physically healthy. Capone lives in North Haven with her husband Jarrett Rousseau, a longtime local small business owner, and their son. Wallingford resident Aili McKeen filed her paperwork in January establishing her intent to run as a Democrat for the 34th District seat
Paul Cicarella Jr., of North In 2007, she defeated a longHaven, announced in time Republican incumbent April that he is seeking the Rein the mayor’s race and bepublican nomination. came the youngest person and LTakores@record-journal.com the only woman to be the 203-317-2212 town’s chief elected official. Twitter: @LCTakores
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Tips for attracting bumble bees to your garden Spring is here and before you know it we will all be getting our hands dirty.
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Big Brothers, Big Sisters goes virtual during pandemic By Jessica Simms Special to the Record-Journal
Regency House Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, 181 E. Main St., Wallingford, Tuesday, April 28. Dave Zajac, Record-Journal
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Tracking system The state is also ramping up its testing, particularly for front line workers, and hopes to have the capacity to perform 50,000 tests per week by the end of May, according to Gov. Ned Lamont. It is also implementing a tracking system that will utilize test results and Microsoft software to make contact with others who may be infected. Even persons showing no symptoms would be tested. “That would have been incredibly helpful in nursing homes to have,” Lamont said at a recent press conference. Meriden and many other health departments and districts have offered to assist DPH in testing the new statewide contact tracing initiative called "contaCT,” Crown said. A launch date has not been set, but training could begin this week. The state hopes to have 300 volunteers for the tracking and is seeking an additional 300 to 500 volunteers enrolled in pubic health and social service programs at local universities. All 64 health departments and districts will be using this system as part of a state-wide effort, Crown said. mgodin@record-journal.com 203-317-2255 Twitter: @Cconnbiz
In response to the pandemic, the organization has switched to virtual mentoring. “We were one of the first mentoring agencies in the nation to send out a virtual mentoring toolkit to all of our big brothers and big sisters,” said Andy Fleischmann, the president and CEO of NBBBS. “Then, a few days after that, we created an online training.” Since the start of the COVID-19 restrictions, 93% of community-based matches have switched to meeting online. Fleischmann said the organization is pleased with the transition, but are working on creating more virtual activities.
The Big Brothers Big Sisters program connects children in need to mentors. The staff sets up the child with a mentor based on the child’s interests and other factors. The organization feels it is critical for children and mentors to maintain contact during the pandemic. “One of the things (the child) really needs is consistency and caring and support,” Fleischmann said. “That’s the heart of the work that we do day in and day out ... making sure that the children we serve know that they are cared for and they’re worthy of care and that there are people who will come into their lives and really be there for them and stick by them. See Virtual, A13
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Crown added that nursing homes are in need of prowith 33 confirmed cases and tective gowns and she no deaths, up from five cases hopes they will be included the week prior. And The Curin the next PPE pickup from tis Home on Crown Street rethe state Department of ported 10 cases and six Public Health. deaths, up from one death. In Wallingford, Regency “Certainly the spike in nurs- House Nursing and Rehaing home cases and deaths bilitation Center saw its is concerning,” said Lea number of cases double, Crown, Meriden director of from 19 to 38, and had sevhealth and human services. en new deaths, up from “It shows how contagious two, and one probable this virus is, and how easily death. Quinnipiac Valley it spreads. Also, how vulCenter rose to 42 cases with nerable our older residents five deaths. Skyview Rehab and those with underlying and Nursing reported 16 health conditions are. Our cases and no deaths. heart goes out to those who are affected, and we thank Elim Park in Cheshire rethose who are working on ported 31 cases and five the front lines.” deaths and The Summit at Plantsville in Southington All skilled nursing facilities reported 35 cases, seven have infection control prac- deaths and one probable tices in place. But research death. only recently revealed that infected people who don’t Montowese Health & Rehab show symptoms can spread Center in North Haven rethe illness, so those pracported 48 positive residents, tices needed to change, eight deaths and one probCrown said. Having the able death, while Ledgeproper equipment and asCrest Health Care in Berlin signing certain staff to treat had 29 cases, one death and only positive patients, a one probable death. practice known as cohortAt local assisted living faciling, is also critical. ities, Elim Park Baptist “There will be many lessons Home in Cheshire reported learned to add to existing 27 cases and no deaths and practices,” Crown said. “Iso- Masonicare Health Care lation of those who are ill is Pond Ridge at Ashlar Vilkey and will continue to be lage had one patient, ackey, and following guidance cording to the state data. given by state public health That number varies from officials regarding cohortprevious Masonicare aning staff and using proper nouncements, in which (personal protective equip- multiple cases and at least ment).” one death were reported.
The mission of Nutmeg Big Brothers and Big Sisters is to make sure children feel cared for, especially in times of crisis.
“We want to make sure we don’t lose matches because people are meeting virtually and not in person, so we’re trying to make sure we are developing virtual activities,” Fleischmann said.
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Curtain comes down on lost spring season By Bryant Carpenter Record-Journal staff
MERIDEN — A day long dreaded and long expected arrived Tuesday. Connecticut schools were officially closed for the rest of the 2019-2020 academic year and, with it, the 2020 high school sports season was officially canceled as well.
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a statement. “Our focus is now on completing guidelines for summer contact and resocialization of CIAC sports in the fall.” Connecticut was the last state in the nation to cancel its spring season — this after the CIAC was among the first to halt the winter season when the scope of the coronavirus pandemic began surfacing in mid-March. The fate of the spring season was a gradual retreat. Moving in lockstep with the state, which initially closed schools from March 13 through April 20, the CIAC indefinitely suspended the launch of the spring season, slated for the first weekend in April. Then, shortly after the state pushed school closures to May 20, the CIAC on April 23 canceled its postseason events in hopes of freeing up the month of June for schools to salvage whatever they could of the spring season. Throughout these past eight weeks, the CIAC made it clear the fate of spring sports ultimately lay with Lamont and the state Department of Education. So long as there was a chance schools would reopen before summer, there was a chance for some kind of a spring season, no matter how short. Now it is gone. “We all knew it was inevitable. We were holding that sliver of hope and that went away this morning,” Southington Athletic Director Steve Risser said Tuesday shortly before calling his coaches, who in turn would be getting in touch with all of their athletes. “It’s an emotional day today.”
From the West Side, Platt AD Rich Katz said, “It’s a tough one for everybody. Sad for the seniors, but it’s the safest thing to do, and I support the state and the CIAC.” Throughout the delayed spring, coaches and athletes did what they could to cling to some sense of normalcy. Coaches devised workout regimens and emailed them to their players. Many teams collaborated on videos of the instructional and/or inspirational variety. There were statewide “challenges” between teams on social media. All of that, however, could not replace the basic human interaction that comes with being in school and on playing fields together. It was an absence underscored by Wilcox Tech AD and golf coach Steve Wodarski on Tuesday. “I enjoy the day to day of seeing all the athletes and keeping in touch with all of my coaches and teams. We’re all losing out,” Wodarski said. “It’s terrible. I’ll have more seasons, but these kids who are missing out, the seniors especially, that’s who my heart bleeds for. They can’t get this year back.” For senior student-athletes, the official cancellation of spring sports takes yet another end-of-year activity off their plate. Award ceremonies, proms and other rites of high school passage have been coronavirus casualties. How to best stage graduation is a challenge school districts desperately want to solve. “We don’t know how graduation is going to take place, but at some point it’s going to take place,” Risser said.
“This senior class, it will always stay with them what happened this spring,” Risser added. “I’m so proud of them. Not one athlete has said anything to me negative about the situation. They understood what had to be done. From the day we locked the facilities here at Southington High School, they respected that.” There is a sense of a bigger picture having been gained from a pandemic that, as of Tuesday afternoon, had infected 3.7 million people worldwide and claimed the lives of 257,000. In the light of such numbers and the economic carnage the crisis has wrought, what
is the winning and losing of sport? Another takeaway: Don’t take opportunities for granted. As Sheehan athletic director Chris Dailey remarked, “We’re just going to look forward to when we are allowed to step back on the field, whether it’s in the summer or in the fall. I think when that time comes we’re all going to have a pretty strong perspective and appreciation for that, and we’ll take advantage of that time when it comes.” “All spring long we’ve been talking about using this extraordinary, unprecedented,
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Indeed, even though it was likely spring sports would never get off the ground in the face of the coronavirus, Tuesday’s finality still hit hard.
“It’s heartbreaking,” remarked Maloney Athletic Director Bob McKee. “It’s heartbreaking for those kids, for them to lose out on their season, their experience. So many memories are made throughout their high school years, their playing days. For some, this is it for them.”
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Keep your space and save a space “Boy, that’s an awful lot of fishermen,” I thought.
Then I looked more closely. There were hardly any fishermen on the shore or on the water. The parked vehicles belonged to many hikers who all of a sudden have found solace in nature walks with the state shut down due to the coronavirus. The lot of I-691 above Guida’s hot dog and ice cream stand was filled to overflowing with parked vehicles. I saw groups of more than five walking closely together. It did not look like “social distancing” to me. Now, don’t get me wrong, I have nothing against hikers, but they should realize that they are not above the law, especially in these trying times. Just about all of the fishermen I have observed since the official opening of fishing season have had no trouble practicing social distancing, so I think that it is rather unfair for hikers to prevent fishermen and boaters from gaining access to the boat launch areas because hikers have taken all of the parking
spots, especially in confined areas like Black Pond. Lake Beseck and Silver Lake seemed to be in control of the boaters and fishermen, and the parking lots there were jam packed with boats and fishermen. Granted, this particular Saturday was a beautiful day to be out and about, but this does not mean that we have to forget about social distancing, and as the weather gets warmer, crowding is going to be even more prevalent. And before you jump on me about being anti-hiker, let me say loudly and clearly I AM NOT! But where were all of you before the coronavirus outbreak? I’ve made the same rounds year after year before the virus outbreak and the parking areas of most of the hiking trails were just about empty. The CT DEEP is also aware of the parking situation and has sent out a reminder that overcrowding these parking areas, including boat launch areas, could result in their closing. It would be a darn
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shame if the boat launch areas were closed to boaters and fishermen because of the selfish attitude of those who were using the hiking trails for the first time. In its release, the DEEP stated, “DEEP manages 117 boat launches across the state on coastal and inland water bodies where users can launch with no fee. DEEP will continue to monitor use of the launches and may adjust public access to these facilities if necessary in order to insure public safety.” Regarding the use of boat launch areas, the DEEP suggests that parking in state boat launch areas is ONLY for boating, fishing or wildlife observation (where permitted). Other non-permitted activities could increase use, reduce safety and jeopardize the availability of the facilities. Anyone not engaged in these activities SHOULD NOT be using boat launches and will be asked to leave by DEEP Environmental Conservation police. The gathering of people at state boat launches must be limited to not more than five people per Gov. Ned Lamont’s executive order. Regarding this, I have noticed that fishermen have been pretty good at social distancing. I hate to say it, but some of the hikers I have seen looked like platoons going into the woods. Get ticked off at me if you like, but the distancing rules are for everyone. If we do not obey them even more recreational facilities both state and local will be closed to the public, and they will have no one to blame but themselves.
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cent Saturday and, when I pulled into the Black Pond boat launch area, it looked like opening day of the trout season, there were so many cars parked on the lot and the road leading to it.
Boaters should depart the ramp as quickly as possible when launching or retrieving their boat. Boat occupants should be limited to cohabitating family members onSee Roberts, A17
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ly and groups of no more than five.
Also, regarding your personal safety while boating, remember coastal and inland water temperatures remain cold. Boaters should wear lifejackets at all times. Also, a reminder that state law requires anyone operating or riding in a manually propelled vessel such as a canoe or kayak is required to wear a life jacket until May 31.
QRWA events Like so many events that have already been canceled, the Quinnipiac River Watershed Association has announced that all of its 2020
spring events have been canceled. This includes their famous canoe and kayak race, spring river cleanup and school field trips. The QRWA building is also closed indefinitely, but the group is still processing memberships and checking its email and phone messages, so feel free to contact them at any time. Regarding everyone who has turned to our outdoor world to help them get through this terrible COVID-19 ordeal, your observing and following the social distancing
regulations is vital to keeping these recreational facilities open until this is over. Remember, it is not just you. We are ALL in this together.
See ya, stay safe, and God Bless America and our first responders and watch over our troops wherever they may be serving.
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Find great local eats - MenusCT.com Adelphia Café 476 Washington Avenue North Haven, CT 06473 203-535-0149 Family owned/operated. Former proprietors of the Neptune Diner in Wallingford. Extensive menu for all tastes. Breakfasts, luncheons and special dinners. All baking on premises.
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.
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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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