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Leaders divided on statue
Lake Compounce adjusts to changes
By Jesse Buchanan Record-Journal staff
By Aaron Flaum Record-Journal staff
Town leaders are debating the way forward after hearing from hundreds of residents who spoke at a recent public hearing or contacted councilors about a Christopher Columbus statue in front of the John Weichsel Municipal Center.
When planning your next visit to Lake Compounce, you will have to make reservations online so park officials can make sure capacity does not exceed 25 percent. Each visitor has their temperature checked when entering. Those with a temperature of 100.4 degrees or higher and the group they are with will not be allowed into the park.
The bust of the Italian explorer was bought by local Italian clubs and erected on town land in 2017. Fifty residents who spoke at a public hearing held via video conference Monday were split nearly evenly over whether it should be taken down or remain.
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The Christopher Columbus monument in front of Southington’s John Weichsel Municipal Center. The inscription reads in part: “To the courageous spirit and relentless voyage into the unknown of Christopher Columbus and his fleet on the 525th anniversary of the discovery of America.” Dave Zajac, Record-Journal
ment land. Police began conducting patrols on an ATV given by the department last summer and have chased riders off or ticketed them 15 times.
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“The people have been through so much that I think we have a responsibility to bring it to an end. We need to have a vote,” Triano said.
The park encourages social distancing by placing six-foot markers for all lines at each attraction and booth. Ride attendants will place proper
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Council chairwoman Victoria Triano, a Republican, said she wants town leaders to make a decision soon. She was impressed with the thoughts and experiences shared Monday night, but said the issue needs to be resolved, not prolonged.
Visitors three years of age and older are required to wear a mask throughout the park, except when at Crocodile Cove. Visitors can take their mask off when they are on a water ride but must wear one when walking between rides.
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Delayed reopening a blow to bars
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Bar owners say they’re going to try to hang on until they receive approval to reopen, approval that was delayed due to a spike in coronavirus cases in other states.
“I don’t intend to close. We’re going to stick it out and figure it out,” said John Migliore, owner of 75 Center, which opened its doors three years ago. Gov. Ned Lamont planned to allow bars to reopen on July 18. While customers can get drinks at tables, bar owners say the bulk of alcohol sales take place at bars, which are closed by executive order.
‘It’s not enough’ Owner of the former Machiavelli’s on Center Street, Migliore said had he been allowed to open, his customers would have returned. “With our age demographic, those kids would have certainly came out,” he said. “People are ready to get out. Even if they had to wear masks, that would have been fine with them.” Migliore has been serving food, “but it’s not enough.” Bills, particularly deferred payments to distributors for alcohol, are coming due.
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“It seems like bars are the last on the list to get any kind of opening,” Migliore said. “It’s a huge industry in our state.”
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Lou Perillo, the town’s economic development coordinator, said no bar owners have told him they’ll be shutting their doors permaHe’s worried about the 40 people he employs as well as nently. But some aren’t far related services, such as DJs from that. and doormen.
‘A hard road’ Sherman said his sales in Southington are down by about 60 percent since the pandemic started. He has another location in Burlington, where sales are down 75 percent. “The goal is to lose as little money as possible,” he said. “Where the margins weren’t that big to begin with, they’re now nonexistent.” With his bar closed, the sale of higher-margin drinks is especially suffering. Like other bar owners, Sherman is worried about taking on more debt to get through a pandemic of unknown length. He’s hopeful to keep food sales growing as people slowly come back to restaurants. “It’s going to be a hard road,” Sherman said Tuesday.
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Hartford HealthCare Programs Sepsis, an infection of the blood, can be life threatening. A free webinar on Tuesday, July 21, 1 to 2 p.m., will provide information about this topic. Nicholas Arsenault, transitional care nurse with Hartford HealthCare Center for Healthy Aging, will facilitate this program. Hartford HealthCare Center for Healthy Aging and Cheshire Senior Center are hosting this event. No registration is required. To join the webinar, use the Zoom link https://hartfordhealthcare.zoom.us/j/ 97583223625.
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steps to prepare health emergency plans for people with long-term health conditions and essential tips to take before a storm hits. Kaitlin Cuas, transitional care nurse with Hartford HealthCare Center for Healthy Aging, will present the virtual events: Thursday, July 23, 10 to 11 a.m. (in conjunction with Newington Senior Center). For more information call Hartford HealthCare Center for Healthy Aging, 1-877424-4641. Wednesday Aug. 5, 10 to 11 a.m. (in conjunction with West Hartford Senior Center). To join the webinar, use the link https ://hartfordhealthcare.zoom.us/j/ 97788246934.
Call-in caregivers support group Caregivers support groups provide emotional, educational and social support in a positive and uplifting atmosphere for those who care for an older loved one, particularly those with dementia. To observe safe social practices, Hartford HealthCare Center for Healthy Aging is hosting two call-in caregivers support groups each week led by dementia specialists and resource coordinators. The call-in groups are held Mondays at 10 a.m. and Fridays at 2 p.m. At the meeting time, call 860972-6338 and enter access code 19623#. See HealthCare, A5
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If you are paying for your own insurance, you may not think you need to sign up for Medicare when you turn 65. However, not signing up for Medicare Part B right away can cost you down the road.
If you do not have a DMV-issued ID, you may also register by mail using the last 4 digits of your Social Security number. Download a registration form in English or Spanish at portal.ct.gov and mail it to your local registrar’s office. You may also register in person if they are open.
You can first sign up for Medicare during your Initial Enrollment Period, which is the seven-month period that includes the three months before the month you become eligible (usually age 65), the month you are eligible and the three months after the month you become eligible. If you do not sign up for Part B during this period, you will be subject to a penalty. Your Medicare Part B premium may go up 10 percent for each 12-month period that you could have had Medicare Part B, but did not take it. In addition, you will have to wait for the general enrollment period, which usually runs between January 1 and March 31 of each year, to enroll.
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obtain an absentee ballot application, visit portal.ct.gov. The registration deadline is Oct. 27 for the Nov. 3 election. For information about candidates visit vote411.org. Once you have completed the registration process, you will receive a letter in the mail confirming your registration and where you will go to vote. There are two primaries on Aug. 11 – one for the Republican Party and one for the Democratic Party— but Connecticut is a “closed” primary state so that only those registered in those two parties may participate.
in a party (and this includes the Independent and Working Families parties) it is too late to switch parties. Voters registered as “Unaffiliated” for at least three months may affiliate before the primary but should do so as soon as possible, preferably online, since many town and city halls have limited office hours, and mail-in changes may take additional time. — Press Release
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Over the next decade, lawmakers, business owners, and many others will use 2020 Census data to make critical decisions. The results will show where communities need new schools, new clinics, new
If you don't have an employer or union group health insurance plan, or that plan is secondary to Medicare, it is extremely important to sign up for Medicare Part B during your initial enrollment period. Note that COBRA coverage, retiree coverage or VA benefits do not count as a health insurance plan for Medicare purposes.
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Cheshire man faces DUI, attempted assault charges By Bailey Wright Record-Journal staff
SOUTHINGTON — A Cheshire man faces DUI and other charges after police said he hit some parked vehicles and almost struck an employee at a local automotive business. Steven Malon, 61, of Cheshire, was charged Friday, July 10, with driving while intoxicated, seconddegree criminal attempt to commit assault, reckless driving, failure to drive in proper lane, second-degree breach of peace, reckless endangerment and evading responsibility. The incident started in the parking lot of L&S Automotive, 1157 Meriden-Waterbury Turnpike, when Malon backed into a vehicle in the
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Graduates earn education foundation scholarships Jack Dunham, Emma Angelillo and Joshua Maccione have been named recipients of Southington Education Foundation’s 2020 scholarships. Each scholarship awards $1,000 to the recipient.
interested in a medical career. After considerable research, she learned about a major in biomedical. Engineering that was a “perfect balance between my two passions.”
Emma Angelillo was named recipient of SEF’s STEM Scholarship, awarded to a graduating Southington High School senior in good standing with a desire to major or minor in science, technology, engineering or mathematics. Angelillo has chosen to attend the University of Connecticut, where she will major in biomedical engineering. Her interest in engineering was piqued when she enrolled in Project Lead the Way at SHS. PLTW is a fouryear engineering capstone course of study offering college level curriculum and credits. Prior to entering the engineering program, she was
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Cardona: School year will be marked by ‘innovation’ The Connecticut State Board of Education met on Tuesday, July 14 to discuss the reopening of state schools. The following is an Executive Summary from Dr. Miguel A. Cardona, Commissioner of Education. Introduction It has been 100 years since educational, public health, and governmental leaders have had to grapple with the challenges we are facing today, and have been facing for the last several months. When the effects of the pandemic required that schools across Connecticut cancel in-school classes during March, it took moments to realize that education in Connecticut would be forever changed. Connecticut has long been focused on providing all students with equity and excellence in education, and this
pandemic has forced us to further focus on the inequalities that still exist within our system and to begin to address them with renewed fidelity. We now look forward to the 2020-2021 school year, a year that will be marked with innovation and commitment. It will be our most important year as educators. And to guide our work, the CSDE has released Adapt, Advance, Achieve: Connecticut’s Plan to Learn and Grow Together. This document serves as a roadmap for districts to start planning their school year.
tion system and way of life. Educators transitioned critical services to remote settings; families turned their living rooms into classrooms; and students took on new lives balancing their studies with the deep personal and socioemotional impacts of this pandemic.
For the last several months, the Connecticut State Department of Education (CSDE) has been working handin-hand with educational stakeholders, the Connecticut Department of Public Health, and the Office of the Governor to plan for schools to reopen in the fall. With public health data improvBackground ing, and Connecticut being one of a handful of states On March 15, 2020, Governor Lamont issued Executive poised to be in this position, Order 7C, calling for schools we are cautiously optimistic that we can do this successto cancel in-person classes to protect the State from the fully. This work culminated with the public release of spread of COVID-19. That Adapt, Advance, Achieve on order triggered widespread changes to the State’s educa- Monday, June 29.
Reopening Plan This document provides LEAs with a roadmap — guardrails to operate within – while allowing them some flexibilities to create reopen plans that will most effectively serve their unique communities. It is intended to be a fluid document that will evolve based on the public health data trends as well as the understanding of the best way to mitigate spread. Some key important points about the document: Before July 24, 2020, LEAs and all school operators, including but not limited to choice programs, charter schools, and endowed academies will be expected to submit a plan to the CSDE addressing the requirements outlined in the document. While the CSDE will not approve such plans, they will be retained and best practices communicated
and will allow the CSDE to provide technical support for those LEAs who require it. The document contains: REQUIREMENTS, are defined as elements that the Office of the Governor, the CSDE, and/or the Connecticut State Department of Public Health have identified as necessary for the LEA to complete or comply with in order to open schools successfully in the fall. GUIDANCE, is defined as considerations put forth by the CSDE or referenced entity rooted in best practice, experience, and research that will aid in the successful reopening of schools in the fall. On June 30, 2020, the CSDE launched the CT Learning Hub. This is a place for universal access to curated high-quality, high-impact See School, A13
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Libraries continue mission during pandemic The Wallingford Public Library opened for limited computer access July 6 and plans to expand services on July 15, but not to fully reopen the building. This is another small step toward what we used to accept as normal life, back when we didn’t have to think about such ordinary things, back before the COVID-19 pandemic.
tive. Virtual programs for children, teens, and adults are ongoing. “Some of our residents really need access to computers to apply for jobs, benefits, housing,” Library Director Jane Fisher has said. “We want to accommodate them as soon as we can safely do so.”
Indeed, with all of those conditions, reservations and But, of course, this is not adjustments, our local linormal at all: A limited braries are trying their level number of computers will be best to continue serving the available at the library — by public. appointment only, for one Southington Library patrons hour only, and for Wallingare able to pick up books ford residents only. Face masks and social distancing and other materials through a new on-demand pickup of at least six feet will be required. Library staff won't be service. They can also call and talk to a librarian, or use available to assist at the computers, but patrons who the online Book Matchmaker. Wireless printing is also need help can bring a complanned. puter-savvy friend or rela-
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“We are working on trying to provide as many services as possible,” Library Director Kristi Sadowski said. The Meriden Public Library is “working rigorously” to
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Meanwhile, the Bedtime Storytime and Sing & Stomp programs for children are available via Zoom. See Editorial, A14
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Help paying utility bills is under-utilized in state By Michael Gagne Record-Journal staff
Financial hardships experienced by residents and business owners as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic have led to unpaid bills for utilities, like electricity, gas and water over the past four months. But it has not led to disruptions in services. And residents need not worry about being disconnected — yet. Statewide moratoriums on disconnections due to financial hardships remain in place until September for residents and until August for commercial customers. Still, utility service providers are asking residents and businesses experiencing hardships to contact them — because assistance, including repayment plans, is currently being under-utilized, according to the state Public Utilities Regulatory Authority.
PURA Chairwoman Marissa Gillett pointed to electricity and natural gas provider Eversource as one example.
Additional financial assistance is available for lower income households, according to Eversource.
Although Eversource services more than one million electric power customers and more than 200,000 natural gas customers across Connecticut, as of May, only around 4,000 residential customers had arranged payment plans due to COVID19 hardships. Only 196 commercial customers had made similar arrangements.
“We certainly understand and recognize how challenging these times are for some of our customers,” Eversource spokesman Mitch
Gross said. “And we continue to stress any customer who has had a difficult time paying their electric or natural gas bill because of the pandemic, if they have not contacted us, they need to contact us.”
COVID-19 payment program includes “very flexible payment arrangements.” “Customers can pay down any balance they have accrued. We’re here to work with you,” Gross said.
Gross said Eversource’s
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Meanwhile, for that same month, Eversource had also reported more than $3.5 mil- By Susan Haigh Associated Press lion in unpaid utility bills, Gillett said. The state of Connecticut has Eversource, according to its so far built up a stockpile of website, is offering cuspersonal protective equiptomers COVID-19-related ment that can last about 60 payment plans that would or 70 days, with plans to give customers 24 months to eventually have enough for pay off outstanding bal90 days in case there is a ances, interest free. But cus- second wave of the corontomers must enroll by avirus, Gov. Ned Lamont Nov. 1. said last week.
While it’s the responsibility of nursing homes and businesses to secure their own PPE, the state has been a “backstop” for those entities during the pandemic. Lamont noted how the state “did a lot of backstopping” over the past few months and is now trying to replenish its stock of gloves, masks, gowns and other protective equipment.
given what’s going on in the other states.” Josh Geballe, Lamont’s chief operating officer, told The Associated Press the state has been able to secure new orders with key suppliers that were reliable during the past several months.
“We have not heard from our suppliers that the surges in other parts of the country “We are now building up our have directly impacted our supply chain yet; however, stockpile again,” Lamont recognizing the fact that said, during an event in Hartford Wednesday, July 8. those states will be seeking additional large quantities of “As you know, it’s getting a little competitive out there,
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Am, was given to the department as part of a loan program that will end next week. While bought by the Water Department, the Polaris is kept at the police station and used for mountain rescues and other operations. On Thursday, July 9, the water board considered the purchase of two new ATVs and talked about keeping them accessible for use by department employees. They would cost about $7,000 apiece. Water Department Superintendent William Casarella said the use of motorbikes and ATVs at high speeds can ruin roads through watershed land and erode the tops of dams. Illegal riders also often travel in groups, doing even more damage. “The ATVs just tear up these roads terribly,” Casarella said. “We’ve seen five to 10 at once.” Patrols by Water Department employees aren’t all that effective, he said, since they can’t issue tickets for trespassing.
“When you go up there and tell people to leave, it really does nothing,” Casarella said. Police on ATVs patrol in pairs. Recently, with one ATV out of service, the department has called in an officer from Berlin or Wolcott with an ATV to assist a Southington officer. Egan listed 15 instances where police ticketed or chased off illegal riders in the past year. In some instances, riders spotted police and fled. In April, a group of dirt bike riders saw police and fled, leaving behind one rider who was having engine trouble. That rider was cited for trespassing and told police he thought they only patrolled on the weekends.
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Most recently, police ticketed a father who was riding dirt bikes near reservoir 2 with his son.
for finding lost hikers and during rescues in rough terrain, such as Ragged Mountain.
In addition to instances where police caught or chased off illegal riders, Lt. Stephen Elliott said the patrols also let people know that they can’t ride on Water Department property.
While useful, Elliott said police don’t have the funds for any vehicles right now. They’ve had to buy equipment for outfitting new cruisers and have hired new officers.
“There’s also the deterrent factor that results from this,” he said.
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Troop 32 Southington volunteered time and elbow grease to the Southington Land Conservation Trust in a recent project. A smaller number of the group’s 26-member troop assembled boardwalks for the SLCT’s 16-plus acre Wedgewood Wildlife Sanctuary. The parcel was donated to the 501 (c )3 conservation non-profit group in 2007.
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port. “We took them to the sanctuary and installed them on the nature trail,” said Assistant Scoutmaster Doug McPhee, adding, “This group did a wonderful job and their efforts are well appreciated.” “They were such enthusiastic workers,” said Guarino, who also saw the boards as a lesson in reuse and recycle. Guarino acquired the boards from a family member who was putting in a new deck. Rather than let them go to waste, Guarino reconditioned them for this new purpose. For information on volunteer opportunities and other SLCT properties, go to southingtonlandtrust.org. — Submitted by Troop 32 Southington
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Broker talks about the changing real estate market
It was unsettling news for everyone, especially Liguori, the president and broker of Calcagni Real Estate, which has offices in Cheshire, Southington, Guilford, North Haven and Wallingford. He knew things were about to change. But while everything was shutting down around the state and country due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the housing market was actually about to heat up, according to Liguori. “(The pandemic) created such a sense of urgency, with people saying, ‘I need to get a home right now,’ or ‘I need to get out of my home right now,’ ” he said. Several factors are driving the new interest. One is an influx of out-of-state interest in moving here, Liguori said. In New York, for instance, the virus has been much more widespread and deadly than what has been experienced in Connecticut.
“They (millennials) have been in apartment buildings, (with) all the amenities, no lawn, close to (retail and restaurants),” he said. “But now, since they have been isolated for (a few months), we are beginning to see a bit of an exodus. It’s creating a buying unit that wasn’t there previously.”
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One of the biggest changes has been introducing future home owners to properties. Previously, the best way to do that was to have an open house and encourage as many people as possible to attend and look around. Now, with social distancing protocols in place, however, a new business model is in order. “We had our photographers immediately begin to utilize (the platform) iGuide, which allows for virtual walk-ins,” said Liguori. “We also implemented the use of videographers so we could provide a full walk-through of the property.”
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Looking for an ice cream cake? By Bailey Wright Record-Journal staff
Ice cream cakes are for any season, but seem perfect for that summer birthday around the corner. We compiled a list of local ice cream shops that have ready to go cakes or can make you a custom one.
Southington Praline’s, 50 Center St. Traditional ice cream cakes are made in various sizes ready to go. The traditional cakes are a layer of vanilla ice cream, a layer of chocolate cookie crunch and a layer of chocolate ice cream. The fudge cakes are the traditional cake covered entirely with fudge and chocolate sprinkles. Custom cakes can be made in a variety of sizes and flavors. You can pick from the ice cream toppings to add to the center layer of the cake or on top, like sprinkles or peanut butter cups.
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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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Wallingford Mr. D’s, 50 N. Main St. Mr. D’s has 9 inch cakes in mint chip, “classic,” “nightmare,” and Oreo. The premade section also includes
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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 833258-5011 or visit talkbwright@record-journal.com itoutct.com and engage with 203-317-2316 trained professionals. The Talk it Out line is available Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., and weekends from 1 to 8 p.m.
The shop keeps a variety of ready to go small, square and large cakes stocked. Custom ice cream cakes can be made in round, square or sheet sizes and decorated for the occasion. Three days notice is needed for custom cakes.
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Summer classes Hungerford Nature Center’s dynamic Summer Discovery Programs are full of fun activities, exploration and crafts. Classes take place Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Registration is required. Hungerford Nature Center is located at 191 Farmington Ave., Berlin. Visit newbritainyouthmuseum.org or Facebook.com/ HungerfordNatureCenter, call 860-827-9064 or email hungerfordnaturecenter@ gmail.com.
SoCCA dinner Southington Community Cultural Arts will once again host its Dinner Under the Stars – but instead of a table set for 100 on the Town Green, diners will participate virtually in their own homes while supporting local restaurants and farms. Established in 2019, Dinner Under the Stars is a community-wide, farm-to-table event that featured local produce and chefs. The premier event entailed a five-course meal prepared by Flair Restaurant, Smokin’ With Chris, Craft Kitchen, Anthony Jack’s and Paul Gregory’s. The main entrée, a beef brisket, was provided by Karabin Farms. The second annual Virtual Dinner Under the Stars will once again benefit arts programming at SoCCA as well as the six restaurants and farms that participated in last year’s event. See Briefs, A21
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Ticks can be controlled, but it may take a few tries
Dr. Arnie Cary, board member of The Animal Haven in North Haven, has some suggestions about how to control these pests and what disease symptoms to look for in your pet.
then, having been well-fed, detach and go onto their next life stage. The four life stages of a tick can take up to two years to complete. Just when you think the coast is clear in the late summer and early fall, because the easily-seen adults are no longer feeding, it’s time to beware of the harder-to-see larvae and nymphs, which start feeding them.
Ticks at all these stages also feed on deer, mice, raccoons and other wild animals, and that’s where they Ticks that are “questing” for tap into reservoirs of disa meal climb onto dogs (and eases, including Lyme, anaplasmosis and ehrlichious) when we walk through sis. They pass these diseases brush and tall grass in the yard or the woods. They bur- to our dogs (and us). In dogs, Lyme disease will row into the skin, feed on blood and get engorged, and
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Record-breaking heat came with the first official day of summer last month, followed by the first heat wave. June will also be remembered for the lack of rain. There has been a little more rain this month, but the hot weather continues. The extended stretch of broiling hot days with little
and convenient to use (be sure to read the package to see how often they should be administered), with few side effects. The topicals can pose some risk to children if they pet the dog and then put their hands in their mouths, and products with permethrin are toxic to cats. The ingestible medications You can control ticks on generally shouldn’t be given your dog with topical “spot- to a dog with a history of on” products, some of the seizures. There are some newer anti-tick collars, or in- “natural” products, but they gestible medications that usually need to be adminiscontrol fleas and ticks tered more frequently, and through the bloodstream. All in many cases are a little less these products are effective effective. cause a fever, appetite loss, lameness and sometimes heart and kidney trouble. Anaplasmosis mimics Lyme with lameness and fever; and ehrlichiosis causes weight loss, fever and sometimes enlarged lymph nodes and bleeding or bruising.
Dr. Cary suggests trying different products until you find one that works for you and your dog. And he says, “be aware that there can be problems with buying overthe-counter or “on-line” medications, which can at best be ineffective, and at worst, dangerous. When in doubt, if you have any questions, talk to your veterinarian.” — Submitted by The Animal Haven of North Haven.
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Grass lawns that look dead may actually be in a state of dormancy. This is a stress reaction during periods of extreme dry weather. According to the state Department of Energy and Environmental Protection, “Lawns may turn brown and dormant during periods of drought but will turn green rapidly when moisture in the soil is replaced.” Northeast Organic Farming Association of CT promotes several ideas for lawncare, including these steps to fight dry stretches and drought:
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“Too much work has gone into it to let it go,” she said. “We give each individual plant a good deep watering, no overhead watering of the whole garden, every other day or so, and they are holding up OK,” she said.
Homeowners who are concerned about their plantings can also pick up tips from Lucinda Perry of the Suburban Garden Club of Cheshire. Perry said her family is being “mindful of wasting water.” Her landscaping choices are flowers and shrubs that can pretty much take care of themselves, she said. “I don’t like a fussy-looking garden anyway, so it’s sort of survival of the fittest.”
den hose or watering can produce spots on the plants, he said. Finally, a big mistake some homeowners make is to water at night. “The blades do not get a chance to dry out and the result can be fungal diseases that will tiptoe from blade to blade,” he said.
Walowski agrees with Perry’s technique of watering at the Watering early in the day is Walowski’s advice for a base, and recommends it any time of year. Watering a healthy, disease-free lawn. plant overhead with a gar-
When it comes to the vegetable garden, however, Per-
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Hope to raise awareness Whether the moratoriums on utility shutoffs continue past their current expiration dates will depend on conditions due to the pandemic and the status of the state’s recovery. Like Eversource, most other utility providers have established links on their websites explaining options. Some have also waged their own public awareness campaigns. The Regional Water Authority, based in New Haven, is encouraging customers to seek assistance through its program. Temporarily, customers living at or below 250 percent of Federal Poverty Income Guidelines, are eligible for assistance, which in-
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“These grants will help customers who may have fallen behind while out of work, or working less than normal, get back on their feet,” the RWA said in a statement. Because the programs are being underutilized, PURA is gearing up to launch a wider public campaign, Gillett said. “We’re hoping to work with towns and the legislature to bring more awareness to the payment plans,” Gillett said. Once customers make arrangements, those plans are active for 24 months, with no interest on previous balances.
Scam warning At the same time PURA officials and utility company leaders are urging customers to take advantage of available assistance programs, they also warn customers should be vigilant about utility-related scams. PURA urged customers to exercise caution when receiving any solicitation related to their utility bills and to call their service providers directly. Even after those moratoriums on disconnections expire, Gillet said PURA’s goals include making sure the repayment plans remain active and customers are able to rebound financially. “We want to make sure if you are on a payment plan, and you are current with it, it can’t expire,” Gillett said. mgagne@record-journal.com 203-317-2231 Twitter:@MikeGagneRJ
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formational videos about properties that can be saved and viewed at later dates. That way, if someone has an interest in a particular property, they can watch the video to see if it meets their preferences. “If they see they don’t like the kitchen or the bathroom, then they don’t have to actually go to the property,” said Liguori. Traditional open houses have begun again in Connecticut, but Liguori explained that it’s not something his company is “pushing” at the moment. Instead, Calcagni is working with other
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PPE, it could play a factor down the road,” Geballe said in an email. “We have aggressively negotiated our needs to ensure we continue to have the product we need.” Geballe said he’s optimistic Connecticut will have a 90day supply of PPE in place by the end of July. “We have commitments from suppliers who are directly working with key factories in China and we also have other suppliers who have product on the ground in the USA,” he said. “We have also leveraged our needs for certain products through a local Connecticut manufacturer.” Also on July 8, U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal reiterated his call for Congress to approve $20 billion in emergency funding for long-term care facilities so they can cover the cost of PPE, testing and other needs. Blumenthal has co-sponsored legislation, the Nursing Home COVID-19 Protection and Prevention Act, with fellow Senate Democrats. “The federal government has failed our elderly population and $20 billion is a down payment on what we owe them and these facilities,” he said during a news conference in front of the Riverside Health and Rehabilitation Center in East Hartford.
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She’s hoping to have that vote at the August meeting. “At the end of the discussion, either someone is going to make a motion to take down Columbus or Columbus stays,” Triano said. “We can’t let this thing go on and on and on.” Chris Palmieri, a Democratic councilor and minority leader, and the other two Democratic councilors proposed a committee that would explore compromise solutions. It would be comprised of members of local Italian groups as well as the Southington Historical Society, Southington Women for Progress, an area NAACP chapter, churches and the
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town’s Diversity Committee. “Obviously it was a polarizing issue,” Palmieri said. “We are trying to find a path forward to maybe have both sides work together collaboratively.” Residents that have contacted councilors have been nearly evenly divided, he said. While Triano said any decision will leave a portion of the town upset, Palmieri is hoping there’s a way to please both sides. “We thought this is a way to maybe bring the community together and come up with some great ways to accomplish similar goals,” he said. “Maybe there’s another way to honor Italian Americans but not that man.” During Monday’s hearing, speakers related the debate over Columbus to Black Lives Matter, Marxism, the denigration of minorities and the erasure of Western history. Several speakers talked about the historical record of Columbus. Palmieri said the committee could recommend a course of action to the council by January. Triano said she didn’t want to wait that long for a decision. “We heard the opinions of our community, now we
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Actor in a Classical Musical” for his portrayal of Danny Zuko in Grease. Additionally, he is working on a theatrerelated Eagle Scout Project. Dunham’s passion for theatre is obvious and in his essay he states, “I look forward to taking advantage of every opportunity that presents itself to help me become a better person and performer.”
“I don’t think further conversation is going to get us anywhere,” he said. “When opinions are that strong, we have to make a decision and move on.”
Dunham is the son of Joseph Dunham and Susan Hayden.
The decision to put up the statue was made, Lombardi said. It is up to those who want it taken down to put forward a motion, something he has no plans to do.
Joshua Maccione was named recipient of SEF’s Dr. Joseph V. Erardi, Jr. Scholarship. This scholarship is awarded to a graduating Southington High School senior who is civic-minded and who has demonstrated the desire to help school, community and/or country.
The council, including Triano, Palmieri and Lombardi, voted unanimously in 2015 to allow the statue on public land. Town Manager Mark Sciota said monuments are erected at the discretion of the council.
Maccione has chosen to attend the University of Connecticut and will major in civil engineering with a minor in Spanish and marketing.
The decision to name a building is a process laid out by a town ordinance.
Maccione’s leadership skills are evidenced by his positions held as vice-president of his senior class, captain of First Robotics Team 195 and
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Home Improvements AHEARN BUILDERS Additions, Decks, Siding, Doors, Windows, Remodeling. 860.346.0409
Power Washing
Tree Services
POWER WASHING
GARY WODATCH - Tree Removal. All calls returned. CT#620397 Quick courteous service. 860-558-5430.
Is Spring Cleaning on THE OUTSIDE FREE Estimates #569127 Call Kevin 203-440-3279
Roofing
If they’re dirty! For gutter cleaning, Call Kevin (203) 440-3279 Fully ins. CT# 569127
GUTTERS PLUS 25+yrs. Exp. Call today for Free estimate. 203-440-3535 Ct. Reg. #578887
Masonry
Moving and Storage
Electrical Services Service LLC All Phases of Electrical Work. 24 hr. Emergency Service. Small Jobs Welcome. 203.237.2122
203-238-1953
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W. BOOBER MASONRY Over 35 Years Experience All Types of Masonry CT License #626708 (203) 235-4139
Demolition Svs Sheds, pools, decks, garages, debris removal. Quick, courteous svc. All calls returned. Ins. #566326. Cell, 860-558-5430
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HEDGE TRIMMING Tree, Shrub, Brush & Mowing, mulch, gutter Debris Removal, attics & cleaning, brush removal, bsmts. cleaned, dumpdump runs, comm./res. HIC0622783. ster rental. 203.237.6638.
Painting Wallpapering
Roofing.Siding.Gutters. Skylights. Chimney Repair. Flashing. #0649808 203.510.3830. lmmasonryconstruction.com
#1 PAINTER’S EDGE 15% off Houses.Decks. Sheetrock.Popcorn Repair. Wallpaper removal. 25 yrs exp. Free est. Sr. disc. #0656136. Ins. 860.538.5520
Plumbing
GEORGE J MACK & SONS - Servicing the Meriden area since 1922. Toilet, faucet, sink & drain repairs. Water heater replaceMasonry ments. 15% Sr citizen disc. Member of BBB. ALEX MASONRY - 30 yrs. 203-238-2820. exp. Patios, Ret. Walls, Steps, Brick, Stone, Power Washing Chimneys. #580443. 203-232-0257 or 203596-0652 #1 PAINTER’S EDGE
MOBILE WASH
“Children are made readers on the laps of their parents.” - Emilie Buchwald
ROOFING, SIDING, WINDOWS, DECKS & REMODELING. 203-639-0032 email: info@ gonzalezconstruction llc.com Fully Licensed & Insured Reg #577319
Chemicals safe for house & plants. House wash + roof cleaning. 25 yrs. exp. Sr Disc. #0656136 Ins. 860.538.5520
HAVE DUMP TRUCK. Reg. Ins. Free on-site est. Attics, basements, garages, appliances & more. Any questions?
Landscaping
RT RELOCATION Your moving and storage specialists. Call for a free estimate. 833-668-3978.
Specializing in tree removal, trimming, chipping & grinding. Call for free estimate. 203-945-1808.
POWER WASH
JIMMY’S MASONRY Over 28 years of exp. Stonewalls, patios, sidewalks, chimneys, pool areas, fireplaces, fire pit steps, all types of masonry work. Free est. (860) 274-4893.
Painting Int. & Ext. Free Ests. Ins. Refs. Yalesville Construction Rodrigo, (203) 565-7745. Specializing in all phases of residential & commercial roofing. LOOKING FOR A NEW RIDE? Senior citizen discount Best Selection of Used Vehicles! Insured Free est. 203-265-5200 HIC#0631937 Classified Section
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Friday, July 17, 2020
REGISTER TODAY! 33rd Annual Golf Classic
Ray Parmentier Memorial 2020 Golf Tournament WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 5, 2020 Benefiting Education Awards for Area High School & College Students
ENJOY a great day of golf and networking at Hunter’s Golf Course and Violi’s Restaurant. Arrival at 10:30 and shotgun start at Noon... followed by an amazing dinner, awards and the FAMOUS RAFFLE!
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