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Teenagers’ nonprofit benefits community By Nicole Zappone The Citizen

the community taking part in service activities.

Ranciato wants to help teens see North Haven High School junior Alex Ranciato is determined to make their worth, and that they’re far greater than the amount of likes a difference in his community. their social media posts receive. Bullied as a youngster, Ranciato founded “More Than Likes” back in And Ranciato is not alone in this 2020, a non-profit run by young peo- venture. His cousin, NHHS senior ple, for the benefit of young people. Mya Xeller, is his business partner. “It started after I experienced bullying/cyberbullying at my previous school,” Ranciato said.

Together, they seek to make a difference in their community, one step at a time.

“More Than Likes” aims to get teens away from their devices and out into

Cousins Alex Ranciato and Mya Xeller stand at the entrance of North See Nonprofit, A2 Haven High School. Nicole Zappone, The Citizen

Local family purchases iconic property By Mary Ellen Godin Record-Journal staff

WALLINGFORD – John Massella was not in the market for a full-service restaurant when he went in search of a new home to open the family’s third Bagelicious location. Juno Wingardner, 17, works on a painting at Art Beat.

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For Art Beat, the show goes on By Nicole Zappone The Citizen

come back the long-standing popular event that began over 20 years ago,” North Haven schools art coordinator Diana Blythe said.

Following a two-year hiatus, Art Beat returned to North Haven High School on May 5 to celebrate the artwork and “As a culminating highlight, Advanced Placement L4 talents of local students in portfolio work is featured,” grades K-through-12. Blythe said. “It represents “The schools and communi- the high-caliber, college-levty were overjoyed to wel-

el work produced by students, many of whom will be attending prestigious colleges and art schools to prepare for art-related careers.” Also, award-winning pieces were displayed throughout the hallways. See Art Beat, A10

But after meeting owner Joseph Gouveia and touring the former Wells Fargo bank on North Main Street, he discovered a new opportunity. Massella saw that the drive-thru in the rear of the former mansion turned bank would not suit the needs of his eatery. However, he learned The Library Wine Bar & Bistro next door, also owned by Gouveia, was for sale. “My family fell in love with the building,” said Massella, of North Haven. “It’s beautiful.” After seven years in the food industry, Massella bought The Library Wine Bar & Bistro. He intends to keep the operation the same, retain head chef Jonathan Harris and other employees, and honor existing gift cards and future bookings. See Property, A13

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“We are so consumed by our cellphones, and we get in this mindset of thinking that the clothes on our back, how many likes on social media and our friend group go so much deeper than that,” Xeller said. “When you log off, and you’re not so focused on your technology, and aware of what’s going on around you, you get involved and do good for your community, and you realize there is so much more to you than your social media.” “More Than Likes” has done alot of good. Last year the group raised more than $6,000 through donations and fundraisers. And this spring, it donated 2,750 diapers to the Diaper Bank of Connecticut. Also, More Than Likes collected and donated 500 toys for children in foster homes.

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Letters to the Editor Vote no Editor : After attending the budget meeting at the middle school, and a recent Board of Finance meeting, as well as watching budget workshops on NHTV, I decided to voice my opinion. North Haven has received $3.5 million this year and will receive another $3.5 million next year from the federal rescue program. This is in addition to the $4-plus-million this year, and the same next year, for the Board of Education. I understand the restrictions for the use of these dollllars. And they will be used for programs that would have been paid for out of town taxes.

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Board of Finance member Nancy Barrett and Selectman Sally Buemi have suggested a number of reductions to departments that would not adversely affect public safety or town services. I agree with some of these reductions, The Board of Finance did not agree with any. It should have investigated the need for the requests more deeply.

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I urge voters – especially seniors – to vote no on Tuesday, May 17. Our budget is too high and the tax rate is too high.

North Haven Lions Second Saturday food, pet supply The North Haven Congre- and eyeglasses collections gational Church Women’s will take place Saturday, Fellowship Craft and Tag May 14, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Sale is scheduled for Satur- at North Haven Congregaday, June 4, 9 a.m. to tional Church and Wash2 p.m. Space on the church ington Commons Shoplawn is available for $25. ping Plaza. Contact the Church Office at 203-239-5691. Proceeds

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First Selectman Michael Freda pushed for a no-increase mil rate. There is no doubt that some of the suggestions made by Nancy Barrett and Sally Buemi should have been used to reduce the mil rate.

Schools Scholarship The North Haven Soccer Club will distribute $500 scholarships to two current or former members of the NHSC. The guidelines: Applicant must be a graduating high school senior who will be attending their first year of college in the fall of 2022. Applicant may not be a child of a current officer of the North Haven Soccer Club or a child of a current scholarship committee member. Applicant must be a current or former member of the North Haven Soccer Club, either as a player, coach, volunteer or referee for at least 5 years. State in what capacity you were involved with the club and in what years.

Submit an essay of at least 200 words on "What soccer has meant to me …" Letter of recommendation is optional. The above must be postmarked or emailed no later than June 1, 2022 to dfalasco@gmail.com or to NHSC Scholarship Committee, c/ o Dave Falasco, 23 Randall Drive, North Haven, CT 06473. Include phone number and email address.

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Mayflower banquet The 126th annual banquet of the Mayflower Society of North Haven will take place Sunday, May 15 at Cascades, Sherman Avenue, Hamden. For more information, and to purchase tickets, call 203-239-7722.

Junior gardeners The North Haven Garden Club’s Junior Garden Club introduces youngsters to the joys (and hard work)

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Renter’s Rebate Through Oct. 1, the North Haven Assessor’s office is accepting applications for the Renter’s Rebate Program. To make an appointment, call 203-239-5321 ext. 610 or e-mail assessor@ northhaven-ct.gov.

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Charity dance competition draws 500-plus performers By Nicole Zappone The Citizen

Kids for Kids, Dancing for Life, Inc., held its annual performing arts competition April 21 to 24 at North Haven High School, drawing more than 500 performers from Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Jersey and New York. “Each year, the organization holds its main competition in the springtime,” Kids for Kids’ Caity Steele said. “Each year when this event comes up, the volunteers almost put their lives on hold to plan it. It’s a lot of hard work, but we love what we do.” The competition is divided into categories by age, and dance styles. North Haven-based Kids for Kids is dedicated to raising funds for children in medical or financial need. Established in 1994, the group’s See Kids for Kids, A8

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Superintendent of Schools Patrick Stirk said Art Beat is a wonderful community event.

Also, the North Haven Honor Society raised funds to support Ukraine's citizens and make shawls for cancer patients.

“It was truly heartwarming to see so many people rally their efforts to help others,” Blythe said. “Administrative “It is always well attended Assistant Joyce Lapre croand has become a staple cheted and donated beautiwithin the district,” he said. ful market baskets and cup “It is a celebration of the crecozies with encouraging ativity, talent and passion of messages to contribute to our students and teachers.” the cause.”

In the gymnasium, where 3d artwork was displayed on tables, Advanced Ceramics student Grace Finch demonstrated pottery wheel throwing techniques and donated over 30 beautiful bowls that were available for purchase. “Diana Blythe is the person who makes Art Beat happen,” North Haven High School Principal Russel Dallai said. nzappone@record-journal.com 203-317-2212

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CT Senate gives final approval to juvenile crime bill minors’ records and increase out what’s going wrong from the time they can detain the onset, and we need to children while awaiting a de- solve it.” tention order. Republicans portrayed the The bill passed the House amendment as a boost to the on April 28 with a vote of state’s economy by strength129-17 over the concerns of ening its workforce. Senate Republicans who didn’t Minority Leader Kevin Kelly, think the bill went far R-Stratford, said their proenough and Democrats who posal was a comprehensive worried it would dispropor- effort to deal with crime, tionately harm Black and whereas the underlying bill brown children. Despite the merely deals with what hapconcern, Republicans were pens after someone already unanimous in their support winds up in the justice sysof the measure. All the no tem. votes came from Democrats. “Any individual that becomes incarcerated, in my The vote in the Senate was 35-1, with the lone dissentopinion, is too many,” he said. “This is needed to ing vote coming from Sen. make Connecticut a safer Dennis Bradley, D-BridgeConnecticut.” port.

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“Why would we change something that’s so successful?” Massella said. “It’s very professional, very good.” Massella, his wife Donna and their two children operate Bagelicious in Cheshire and North Haven. They had hoped to open a third in Wallingford when The Library opportunity presented itself.

The mansion was converted in 1920 into St. George's Inn, operated by Choate Rosemary Hall for parents and visitors. In 1958, the New Haven Trust Co. demolished the structure and used the foundation to build a new bank building, designed to mimic the original structure. It was completed in 1960. The ornate cast iron gate in front is original to the Beach mansion.

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The new commercial uses in the historic buildings extend the uptown center beyond Simpson Court. Town Economic Development Specialist Tim Ryan praised Gouveia for “bringing vision, Gouveia has four apartments energy and capital” to his successful businesses in Neither party would divulge on the upper floors and plans retail uses on the first town. a sales price, but Gouveia floor. He’s currently in talks maintains ownership of the “I think it’s just good com60 N. Main St. building. After with a gift boutique owner munity economic developfrom Cheshire to occupy one renovating the former Wallingford Public Library into a restaurant and wine bar in 2015, Gouveia and his family want to spend more time Residential Specialists with each other and their other business interests, New Roofs • Re-Roof such as Gouveia Vineyards Windows • Doors • Siding on Whirlwind Hill Road and at the former Wells Fargo Skylights • Gutters bank building, which Gouveia purchased for $1.2 milFamily Owned & Operated lion about six months ago.

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“We want to welcome the Massella Family of North Haven, as the new owners of The Library,” the Gouveia Family posted on the The Library’s Facebook page. “Their family is very excited to be a part of downtown Wallingford and meet the community we speak so highly about. We can proudly say that The Library is running the best it has ever run and we are proud of the team that have stood by us as we navigated our way through the pandemic. We know there is a great future ahead and we wish the Massella family and The Library team nothing but success, health and happiness.”

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