Volume 18, Number 48
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Friday, December 1, 2023
New bandstand to provide more opportunities
FRIENDSGIVING AT EXCEL
By Heather Sillins Special to The Citizen
A project that has been in the works for over two years will come to fruition next year on North Haven’s Town Green. According to the First Selectman Michael Freda, ground was broken late last month for a new bandstand on the Green, replacing the Showmobile that had been used for performances in the park for the past 30 years. Freda noted that the Showmobile had served
the town well, but described it as “somewhat antiquated,” explaining that he’d always been concerned for the safety of performers due to the steep steps leading up to the stage. This new addition ties into a goal Freda’s had for North Haven coming out of COVID-19 — increasing the number of activities on the Town Green. Not only is it expected that the bandstand will be safer, but it will also open the door for new forms of enSee Project, A9
New Haven-based eatery about to move in? By Michael Savino Special to The Citizen
A few days before Thanksgiving, Excel Academy in North Haven held a very special “Friendsgiving,” with all the fixins. The students – aspiring CNAs and Phlebotomists – seemed to enjoy good food and great company. Photos courtesy of Excel Academy, Facebook
The Planning and Zoning Commission earlier this month approved a plan that could pave the way for New Haven-based Portofino’s to open a location in
town. The commission, during its Nov. 13 meeting, approved allowing the restaurant to move into the Washington Commons. The PZC also approved a See Food, A9
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