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Arts school’s first show since onset of virus
Candidates offer a range of views at library forum
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By Jesse Buchanan Record-Journal staff
The Arts at Angeloria's theater closed indefinitely on March 13 due to COVID-19. But theater owner and artistic director Lori Holm said the arts are more needed now than ever. The facility at 223 Meriden Waterbury Turnpike will be releasing its debut episode of the Arts at Angeloria’s Radio Theatre this week to showcase talent and to raise some much needed revenue. “The Ghostly Sonata is structured like an old radio show,” Holm said. “The theme music
Candidates for state office shared their views and plans on economic recovery, policing, taxes, energy costs and pandemic restrictions during a virtual forum last week. Lori Holm, owner of The Arts at Angeloria's, walks through the gardens of the art school and performance theater in Southington in this January file photo. The school will hold its first performance since the pandemic began in the form of a classic radio show with episodes beginning this week. Dave Zajac, Record-Journal
and commercials are written by musical director Ed Rosenblatt.” Rosenblatt and Holm worked to-
gether on the lyrics. See School, A2
SHS to remain closed until next week By Devin Leith-Yessian Record-Journal staff
school increases.
Southington High School will remain closed and students will engage in remote learning until Nov. 4 due to a staff shortage caused by over 20 teachers being under self-quarantine as the number of positive cases at the
“The school district simply does not have the capacity to staff all those positions, especially given the number of substitutes needed across the district in other schools,” states a letter to parents written by Superintendent Timothy Connellan. “Therefore, all
classes at Southington High School will move to remote learning for students from Tuesday October 27th through Monday November 2nd. Barring the occurrence of any additional cases, it is anticipated that inperson classes will resume on See SHS, A3
The video conference with eight General Assembly members and hopefuls took the place of the annual event hosted by the Southington Public Library and the Southington Chamber of Commerce. Republican and Democratic candidates in the 80th (Wolcott-Southington), 81st (Southington) and 103rd (Cheshire-Southington-Wallingford) state House districts participated Tuesday as well as candidates for the 16th state Senate district (Southington-Wolcott-Cheshire-Waterbury). In the 103rd district, Democratic incumbent Liz Linehan faces Republican challenger Pam Salamone. They had different approaches for economic recovery and preventing heavy tax increases. Linehan said she’s fought against cuts to state aid to towns and will continue to do so. See Forum, A4
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The idea for a radio show started in the summer as a safe way for the theater’s talent to showcase their abilities. Each was individually brought in to record their parts of the show.
Two years ago, the school started using an art barn, which seats around 115 at full capacity. The black box stage seats 45 under normal circumstances. The barn is expected to be used more when the facility is able to reopen. Holm is also planning more outdoor events on the 2.5 acre property. “We will do more things outside so people can feel safe,” she said. Holm, a Southington resident, also works in the academically gifted program at Cheshire Public Schools. She mainly works with students in grade 4 through 6. “It’s a hard time for arts organizations,” Holm said. “It was difficult for me to not have our summer camps. Not having anything going on. No income coming in but still having to pay bills for insurance and web site subscriptions. It’s hard. Like a lot of art organizations, we are barely holding on. So the radio show was a way for us to make art in a safe way. We aren’t selling tickets. But we
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“To date we are still unable to safely invite patrons to join us in person so we are asking radio listeners to consider a donation for the hard work and efforts that local and regional actors have put into creating this first radio theatre episode,” Holm said. “You can donate via Venmo to https://venmo.com/angeloria or Paypal to theartsatangelorias@gmail.com”
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“We can contribute art to our community at a time we need it more than ever,” Holm said. “It’s a therapeutic thing with so much scary information coming out every day. Art is soothing for people. The radio show is going to be an auditory experience. We are such a visual world. The human brain, when you listen to something you can visualize the whole story in your mind. We are hoping people will enjoy it. We would like
“It’s a busy and a beautiful place,” Holm said.
The list of actors, musicians and singers involved in the debut episode of The Arts at Angeloria's Radio Hour are: Rick Beebe (Hamden), Austin Blumenstock (Wallingford), Max Blumenstock (Wallingford), Tara Blumenstock (Wallingford), Sara Fabrizio (Vernon), Lori Holm (Southington), Elyse Lachapelle (Wolcott), Heidi Lamberto (Southington), Tony Lamberto (Southington), Ed Rosenblatt (Southington), Jason Michael (Wallingford), Amelia Nemeth (Southington), Bill Rodman (Southington), Kate Simpson (North Branford) and Nicole Zolad (Rocky Hill).
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The performance will be a return to the Golden Age of Radio complete with period style commercials.
The theater, which opened in 2015, is also an art school for all ages. It hosts paint parties in the evenings for groups of five or six.
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“We did everything one on one,” Holm said. “They can come in and we can lay those tracks down without any of the artists in the same room together. But when they came in, we took their temperatures and we have hand sanitizers and certain areas taped off. We were able to get a group of actors in without being in the same room and create a final product that they’ve created together.”
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Wednesday November 4th.” The letter, which was sent out on Monday afternoon, also mentions that an additional Coronavirus case was identified in the school community on Monday. Southington High has been shifted to full virtual learning since Oct. 21. “Please understand that moving to remote learning is not our first choice. It is a reluctant, but necessary choice,” Connellan wrote. “As we have found in a previous instance,
it is impossible for the district to staff the positions necessary to operate the building and run classes in a safe manner. Southington is in the same situation as many districts across the state. There simply are not enough substitute teachers available statewide.” Teachers will continue to report to work in-person at the school, unless administrators have asked them to remain in self-quarantine. Those in quarantine will teach remotely. Staff members and families of students who have been identified as close contacts of
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those who have tested positive were notified by Monday evening and were given the period in which they should remain in self-quarantine, according to Connellan’s letter. Those who did not receive a notification from the district by Monday evening have been ruled out as close contacts by information collected by the school or the health department.
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A letter sent to families on Sunday stated that on the recommendations of the Centers for Disease Control, as well as local and state health officials, the period of self-quarantine for those in close contact with
an individual who tested positive will be 14 days from the date of contact. The state Department of Public Health defines a close contact as having
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“The more municipal aid that (towns) bring in, the less we would have to raise property taxes,” she said.
Rob Sampson, Republican state senator for the 16th district, and his Democratic opponent Jack Perry gave different reasons and solutions to the state’s high electricity costs.
“I blame this all on greed, corporate greed,” he said. “I’m fine with people making money but when people are making all this money and they’re cutting linemen and supplies to restore electricity, that’s a problem.”
He said lowering energy costs was part of making Connecticut attractive and said state leaders should use Wallingford, with it’s own utility company, as a model.
Mastrofrancesco said the Perry said Eversource wasn’t 2019 state budget was an Linehan said she’s also sustainable and that changes “assault on businesses” worked to help businesses needed to take place. and imposed more costly get through the pandemic regulations. She said the Sampson said state requireand supports loans and unMazurek, Mastrofranceso state needs to change its ments that utilities purchase employment services. ways and present Conan increasing amount of In the 80th house district, necticut as open for busiSalamone said government more expensive renewable Republican state Rep. Gale ness. spending wasn’t the answer energy has caused a spike in Mastrofrancesco and her to economic challenges. electricity costs. He said Democratic challenger “We need to shrink the size Connecticut was moving too John “Corky” Mazurek had and scope of government “It seems like the more profast toward alternative ener- different approaches for and pull back those regulagrams the government ofstemming the outbound gy sources and taking Calitions,” Mastrofrancesco fers, the worse our taxes get,” migration of residents and said. fornia as a model. she said. “To support the businesses for other states. programs, they have to in“We can’t simply follow CaliScalise, Fusco crease taxes somewhere.” Mazurek said Connecticut fornia,” Sampson said. could draw manufacturers Asked about the state’s role Salamone said businesses Perry focused blame for ris- from surrounding states. in reducing greenhouse gas could have opened up soon- ing electricity rates on Everemissions, Democratic er than allowed by Gov. Ned source executives. “The way we entice busichallenger for the 81st Lamont, which would have ness to come to Connectihouse district Dagmara cut is to offer incentives in Scalise said Connecticut the way of tax rebates and has been plagued with low cost loans to move “short-term thinking.” from another state to Connecticut,” he said. She compared global
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Briefs ‘Light up the Green’ contest The Southington Recreation Department will host its 8th annual “Light up the Green” contest online Nov. 1-30. Southington residents age 3-10 are eligible to be chosen to turn on the Southington holiday light display on Friday, Dec. 4. One contest entry per child will be accepted. Visit the Recreation Department’s website, southington.org, to enter. A winner will be selected by random drawing Tuesday, Dec. 1.
and Friday from 2 to 4:30 p.m., Tuesday from 2 to 6 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wear masks, practice social distancing.
Christmas market On Saturday, Dec. 5, from 3 to 6 p.m., the Bristol Historical Society will hold a European-style outdoor Christmas market, selling ornaments, Christmas items and curated gift baskets.
a.m. and noon. Organizers are asking that donations be dropped off on or before Nov. 14.
Limited voter registration All Registrars of Voters' offices in Connecticut will hold a statewide voter registration session for those who turned 18, became a U.S. citizen, or moved to Connecticut after Oct. 27 of this year. This registration session is also open to members of the armed forces, and former armed forces members who have been discharged within the calendar year. This session will be held on Nov. 2, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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The Friends of the Southington Library Used Book Store is now open. There is a great selection of adult and children's books, fiction and non fiction. Hours are Monday, Wednesday, Thursday,
Coding program
The Southington Recreation Department is pleased to partner with Kids Corner CT to offer a 5- week coding virtual program for children ages 5-10. Classes will take place online from 5:45 to 6:45 p.m. on Tuesdays, Nov. 17 through Dec. 15. Children will be introduced to the basic elements of computer science and start to do simple programming. There is a $65 fee to participate. Registration and payment are due by Nov. 12. Visit southington.org for complete program details and online registration.
Donations are sought to fill out gift baskets, including: Baskets (ideally larger than 12” in diameter); unused items that can be “regifted” to be used in a gift basket; packages of tea, coffee, or hot chocolate; tins of mixed nuts, cookies, or other appropriate snacks; bottles of wine; chocolates or candy; “Cheese-basket”-type foods: packaged cheese, crackers, or bread sticks; art supplies for both children and adults: colored pencils, unused coloring books, markers, boxes of crayons; unused children’s toys. Donations can be dropped off Wednesdays and Saturdays between 10
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The Southington Recreation Department is pleased to partner with Kids Corner CT to offer a 5-week Fun Science virtual program for children ages 5-10. Classes will take place online from 5:45 to 6:45 p.m. on Mondays, Nov. 16 through Dec. 14. Children will work on experiments and projects to learn about a variety of topics and what makes science interesting. There is an $80 fee to participate, which includes all necessary class materials. Registration and payment are due by Nov. 12. Visit southington.org for complete program details and online registration.
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The stinkbug is an unwelcome visitor By Joy VanderLek The Citizen
insect arrived from China or Japan via packing crates or on machinery.
Have you noticed them — crawling about on your ceilings, perhaps fluttering about the light at your dining room table? Yes, it’s stinkbug season – does the very thought of these bugs keep you up at night?
According to Wikipedia, the imported variety can be easily confused with native species of shield bugs. This April 14, 2011 file photo shows a brown marmorated stinkbug at a Penn State research station in Biglerville, Penn.
The best way to differentiate is to look for the white band that is visible on the antennae of the undesirable type.
“The BMSB is not like wasps and bees, it is solitary; but it will aggregate in structures and naturally-sheltered caviThere are five instars (molt- ties to overwinter,” she said. ing) before it becomes an “Like many overwintering There are more than 50 adult. The bugs breed once a insects, it can tolerate the species of stinkbugs in Con- year. Females can lay eggs cold, but not a combination necticut. The brown marup to five times a day and of wet and cold, so shelter morated stinkbug a.k.a. Hadeposit clusters of 25 eggs at sites are selected to be dry.” lyomorpha halys, is a coma time. Adult BMSB will feed as earmon visitor at this time of Dr. Gale Ridge, an associate ly as May and continue into year. The insect is also scientist with the Connectithe prime harvest season in known as a soldier bug, a cut Agricultural Experiment the fall. The insects are not name given for its shell Station in New Haven, expicky eaters and will devour which resembles a shield. And yes, they do stink. When plains the BMSB has been in fruits, nuts, legumes and all the U.S. for more than 20 sorts of vegetables. threatened or crushed, the years, after first being detectbug will emit an odor. The ed in Allentown, Penn. Vari- They have been a huge odor might seem similar to ous studies say it’s likely the problem for agriculture. The cilantro or rotten meat. Before you start sleeping with one eye open, arm yourself with information so you can peacefully coexist or at least get some sleep.
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ing cracks and openings around exterior window frames and soffit cracks, around basement window openings and Bilco doors, Ridge said. She also advised closing any other point of entry along the sill and foundation and up on the roof, including under the shingles. It is also important to “make sure attic openings have no damaged screening,” Ridge said. “Attics are common refuge sites for these insects because homeowners often pay little attention as far as maintenance and/or activity in this part of a home,” Ridge said. “When a suitable shelter has been found each insect will emit an airborne message as a pheromone alerting other insects in the area. This aggregation pheromone prompts other insects to join the ‘calling’ insect, which results in a aggregation of insects in a single sheltered location,” she said.
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year. Cold weather will prevent outdoor events and Lamont’s executive orders prevents indoor ones.
The Aqua Turf Club is halting venue rentals until the spring although it will remain open for tours and booking.
She said the community is feeling the loss of the Aqua Turf. The chamber’s awards dinner was postponed until next year, along with the events of many local companies and charities.
In a message posted on the Aqua Turf Club social media account over the weekend, owners said this year’s events have taken place already or been cancelled or postponed. “We expect to resume operations early March, with anticipated expectation that we will be allowed to do so,” the owners wrote. “We hope to see an increase in the allowable indoor capacity, the public’s comfort level when attending an indoor event and, or best case scenario, the release of a viable vaccine.” The Mulberry Street venue is a popular for weddings, corporate and non-profit
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events, parties and fundraisers. Owners didn’t return a call for comment Monday. The temporary shutdown, prompted in part by cold weather that prevents outdoor events, will be similar to what the Aqua Turf did earlier this year, according to
the announcement. Banquet halls and event venues have remained closed by Gov. Ned Lamont’s executive order. Phase 3 of the state reopening plan, which began earlier this month, originally included facilities like the Aqua Turf
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but they weren’t included in the final plan and remain closed. Barbara Hekeler, Southington Chamber of Commerce executive director, said Aqua Turf had installed a 40 by 40-foot tent outside and was able to hold events there this
“I definitely believe that more than ever during this time, without any of us able to gather at the Aqua Turf, people are feeling that loss,” Hekeler said. “They are the community gathering place for so many.” In addition to missed events, the Aqua Turf’s closure also affects its many employees and their families, Hekeler said. “We all miss the Aqua Turf being open,” she said. jbuchanan@record-journal.com 203-317-2230 Twitter: @JBuchananRJ
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Eversource urges residents to inspect their trees As Eversource continues to remove stormed-damaged trees and branches, the energy company urges customers to inspect trees on their own property that could pose a risk to the electric system and to support the tree-trimming and hazard tree removal program. Customers’ restoration time after a storm is greatly impacted by the extensive treeclearing required before Eversource can make repairs and restore power. Downed trees blocking roads also create increased public safety risks.
Recent storms damaged not only dead and diseased trees, but also brought down mature, healthy trees with full-leaf canopies. Eversource continues to make investments in the electric system to strengthen it to be more resilient but despite those efforts, the electric grid is not built to withstand the impacts of massive, mature trees falling on it. For more details visit eversource.com. — Press Release
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The YMCA’s Forever in Blue Jeans fundraiser, which has drawn hundreds to the Aqua Turf Club in past years, will shift to house parties this year.
“This year has brought many new challenges; helping our members, as well as the community, safely navigate the pandemic remains our priority. While this year’s event may look different, we are proud to support such a dedicated, locally-focused organization,” said Marla Pantano, CarePartners president.
Rather than a seat at a banquet hall table, tickets this year provide gift cards to help attendees stock up on food and drink for dinner on Nov. 20. “We knew a large group gathering was not going to be in the cards for us this year,” said Mark Pooler, SouthingtonCheshire Community YMCA CEO. “We hope that people will consider a small gathering with close friends and family.” The Southington YMCA's 16th Annual Forever in Blue Jeans event at the Aqua Turf Nov. 16, 2018. File photo Tickets this year provide a $25 gift card to Top’s Market, a $25 gift card to Worldwide Wine & Spirits and a $25 donation to the YMCA.
Around 7:30 p.m. on Nov. 20, the house parties can connect with each other and a YMCA presentation through Google Meet.
This year’s silent auction will go live for the week leading up to the event. The highest-valued packages will be auctioned live on Nov. 20. Hartford HealthCare, CarePartners of Connecticut and the Main Street Community Foundation Bradley Barnes & Leila Upson Barnes Memorial Trust are title spon-
The pandemic has affected both the YMCA’s memberships and child care attendance. Pooler said membership is 30 percent of last year’s and that child care numbers are half. To reduce expenses, the YMCA cut 20 full-time positions. Special fundraising events comprise much of the YMCA’s income. While Forever in Blue Jeans was changed to avoid large groups, the YMCA’s golf tournament was held earlier this year. jbuchanan@record-journal.com 203-317-2230
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Children will be introduced to science, technology, engineering and math behind multiple sports through hands-on learning. There is a $65 fee. Registration and payment are due by Oct. 30; classes begin the week of Nov. 3. Visit southington.org for complete details.
Military fundraiser Boxes To Boots (formally Hero Boxes) is sponsoring a “Flags of Appreciation” fundraiser, with proceeds
going to ship Boxes To Boots care packages to troops overseas. Show your appreciation for a veteran or someone currently serving by sponsoring an American flag in their honor. Each 12inch by 18-inch flag will be attached with a card outlining the service details of the honoree. On Veterans Day, Wednesday, Nov. 11, the flags will line America’s Wars Walkway at Veterans’ Memorial Park in Berlin. Flags are $10. Visit boxestoboots.org/newsevents for an order form. Forms must be received no later than Sunday, Nov. 1.
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Tunxis open house Tunxis Community College will host a Virtual Open House Tuesday, Nov. 10 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. All are welcome to learn more about the college, view photos of campus, and get information about degree programs, financial aid and transfer opportunities. Topics will also include PACT—CT’s free community college program, top tips for college success, and the High School Partnership Program. Tunxis faculty and staff will be online to answer questions and present on individual academic degree
programs. Participants must register in advance at tunxis.edu/openhouse. All sessions will be repeated more than once to offer multiple opportunities to attend presentations.
St. Paul H.S. events St. Paul Catholic High School has scheduled inperson and virtual open houses. If you or someone you know has a prospective student looking to attend St. Paul next year, register now. Visit spchs.com/openhouse. Appointment times: Saturday, Nov. 21, starting at 10 a.m. Also, St. Paul Catholic High School has scheduled place-
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Woman’s club The Woman’s Club of New Britain will meet Thursday, Nov. 5 at 2 p.m. at Shuttle Meadow Country Club, 51 Randecker Lane, New Britain. Guest speaker will be Jose Rodriguez, better known as Chef Jose, who will prepare hot and cold healthy hors d’oeuvres to See Briefs, A14
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Harper Beir, 2, above, of Middletown, plays in the leaves Monday at Panthorn Park in Southington. Harper and her sister, Paeton Beir, 3, right, were at the park with their grandmother. Photos by Aaron Flaum, Record-Journal
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Garden closing New Britain’s Walnut Hill Park Rose Garden will close for the year Saturday,
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Grants available The Elizabeth H. Norton Trust Fund is accepting applications for grants to assist not-for-profit (501c3) groups that promote the well-being of the citizens of Plainville
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Art exhibit SoCCA presents “What is Color? What is Race?: A Presentation of Black Art Exhibition.” The October presentation and corresponding events include visual arts exhibits, performance, spoken word and motivational speaking. Free, open to the public. Visit Friday, 12 to 5 p.m., and Saturday, 12 to 3 p.m.
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Just wear the mask already The Southington school board recently voted to return to meeting via remote video conferencing. Remote meetings had been the routine following the onset of the coronavirus pandemic, but the board resumed in-person meetings in August, with board members practicing social distancing in the John Weichsel Municipal Center assembly room. With schools set to reopen it made sense for the board to return to in-person gatherings as well, at the very least as a show of solidarity. So, why the switch back to virtual meetings?
It appears to have come down to concern over a single board member, who was not wearing a mask during the in-person meetings and the unease experienced by fellow board members. Joseph Baczewski Jr., the board vice chairman, has been following Gov. Ned Lamont’s executive order about when mask wearing is required, but everything shouldn’t have to come down to technicalities. The discomfort of colleagues ought to be enough to spur a reconsideration, as well as the interest of moving along with the business at hand. With schools
closing temporarily along with many other concerns, both virus-related and not, it must be extraordinarily frustrating for the board to get bogged down by an issue that could be resolved by a simple expression of courtesy. In other words, wouldn’t the school district and Southington in general be better served if Baczewski would wear a mask? In lieu of that simple solution, the board recently held a poll, by email, that narrowly favored returning to meeting remotely. “We’re spending too much time on one person who
doesn’t want to wear a mask,” said Robert Brown, a board member who voted in favor of going remote. “There are a lot of important issues — kids getting sick, we have schools that are closed, we don’t have substitute teachers. We have to figure out how to move forward.” Last month, facing criticism, Baczewski said he wears a mask when he needs to. “I wear my mask into this building because I like to talk with people. I take it off when I am seated and spaced appropriately from others. If I need to get up or when I leave, I put my mask back on. Why do I do this? Be-
cause I want to model the behavior I expect from our students in this town.” It’s too bad that not wearing a mask during a meeting has proven an upsetting distraction at a time when school districts have so much to worry about, including trying to get through a school year in the midst of an ongoing pandemic. Respect and courtesy for others ought to prevail. In the absence of that, the board is better off holding its meetings at a safe distance.
— Previously published in the Record-Journal.
Southington Police Blotter SOUTHINGTON — Arrests reported by the Southington Police: Sept. 12 Raymond Chase, 38, 213 Blue Hills Drive, risk of injury, seconddegree breach of peace, thirddegree criminal mischief, 10:15 p.m. Sept. 13 Emily Hitt, 25, 84 Pershing Drive, Plainville, operating under the influence of drugs or alcohol, 1:13 p.m. Sept. 15 Adam Erdely, 38, 31 Wolcott St., Waterbury, third-degree criminal trespass, 1:15 p.m. Peal Naha, 29, 294 Central St., Bristol, evading responsibility, 5 p.m. Sept. 16 Victoria Bouyea, 19, 279 Debbie Drive, disorderly conduct, third-degree assault, second-degree strangulation, 12:30 a.m. Sept. 17 Dane M. Pensake, 21, 996 Prospect St., disorderly conduct, second-degree threatening, second-degree failure to appear, 1:41 p.m. Sept. 18 Sarah Amarante, 30, 38 Darling St., sixth-degree larceny, 12 p.m. Shanya Coney, 20, 14 Benedict St., Waterbury, sixth-degree larceny, 4:23 p.m. Sept. 19 Travis Dibenedetto, 38, 8 Darling St., disorderly conduct, violation of a protective order, thirddegree assault, 6 p.m. Sept. 20 Fatmir Bregu, 19, 17 Masthay Circle, speeding, 1 a.m.
Sept. 29 Justin McGovern, 22, 1165 Old Turnpike Road, disorderly conduct, third-degree assault, 2:30 a.m. John Santos, 21, 220 Putnam St., Hartford, third-degree burglary, third-degree larceny, 9:45 a.m. Erick Gonzalez-Saavedra, 22, 2315 Madison Ave., Bridgeport, third-degree burglary, 10:10 a.m. Sept. 30 Connor Trzcinski, 21, 79 Ivy Drive, second-degree burglary, violation of protective order, fourth-degree larceny, interfering with officers, second-degree breach of peace, second-degree reckless endangerment, negligent use of a highway by a pedestrian, assault of personnel 12:36 p.m. Luis Torres, 38, 140 Dean Drive, New Britain, second-degree breach of peace, seconddegree threatening, 5:11 p.m. Michael Bartolomeo, 32, 150 Norway St., Waterbury, sixth-degree larceny, 10:15 a.m. Daniel Marciano, 20, 1400 Whitney Ave., Hamden, three counts third-degree larceny, four counts risk of injury to a child, two counts reckless driving, third-degree criminal mischef, engaging police in pursuit, 10:30 a.m. Oct. 1 Charles Cosmos, 62, LKA 1259 Wolcott Road, Wolcott, two counts third-degree burglary, third-degree larceny, fifth-degree larceny, sixth-degree larceny, 10:10 a.m. Oct. 2 Joshua Hogberg, 31, 326 Mulberry St., second-degree breach of peace, 6:48 a.m.
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Word to wise: Wear a mask
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mandates, like seatbelt laws, are left to the states or municipalities. Southington Police Chief Jack Daly’s decision to assign an officer to help the health department “freed up hours a day for me to respond more efficiently,” Lockwood said. In addition to handling calls, Baribault helped document COVID cases in the district and distribute masks and supplies. He left the role in July.
come accustomed to the restrictions, Lockwood said, and have begun to avoid those without a mask rather than calling police on them. But now, as cooler weather arrives and many kids are back in school, we seem to be entering a surge in cases, both here and in most other states, as has long been predicted. So the watchword remains: Wear a mask. — Previously published in the Record-Journal.
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Party leaders see more sign thefts this year By Nadya Korytnikova Record-Journal staff
The presidential election is next week and political tensions are running high. Sometimes too high. While theft and defacement of political yard signs is nothing out of the ordinary, both area Democrats and Republicans say the political divisiveness feels more charged than in years past. “We didn’t have this problem four years ago, not to that extent,” said Jennie Caldwell, vice-chair of the North Haven Democratic Town Committee. “In the past, few people would occasionally call us and ask for a new sign because theirs had been stolen. But now they call us on a regular basis.” Sign theft has become a “consistent, ongoing problem,” she said. And both sides deal with it. Durham resident Tracy Ogrodnik – a supporter of President Trump – said she is used to trespassers stealing her yard signs. But this year, Ogrodnik said her signs have been destroyed. “Two days in a row someone slashed my sign,” she said. “I think a person was walking, he didn’t want other people to see him strolling with a sign, so he had to destroy it.” Another Durham resident, Melinda Hemson, felt it necessary to place her Trump sign in a window, away from foot traffic. “I was warned that someone will either take it or destroy it if I put it in my yard,” she said. “From driving around town, I see that this is true. I see many wire stands where a Trump sign was the day before.” Representatives of both parties condemned this stealing and vandalism. “We know some Trump signs have gone missing,” said Kristin Campanelli, chairman of the Berlin Democratic Town Committee. “Our organization does not condone that kind of activity. We at the Berlin Democrats know that
signs cost money, and it takes the work of many dedicated volunteers to put them out and we know that our colleagues across the aisle agree.” In Plainville, Democratic Town Committee chairperson Rebecca Martinez and Gayle Dennehy-Carrier, chair of the Republican Town Committee, signed off on a letter urging residents "to respect the right of community members to display political signs on their property." The town committee heads stated: "Emotions can run high as we approach Election Day. This year is certainly no different in that regard. Let’s all work together to ensure that the remainder of the 2020 campaign season reflects civility, safety and good citizenship." Durham First Selectman Laura Francis, a Republican, echoed that sentiment. “We should be grateful for all candidates, even those who we may not be able to support,” she said. “I did have someone steal one of the signs on my lawn. It happened at my mother’s house in another town also. As I told her, maybe someone wanted it for their own lawn!” While sign theft is, according to Francis, a “perennial problem,” the exact number of cases is hard to pin down since many people don’t file a police report. Some simply get a new sign. Nevertheless, Plainville police Lt. Nicholas Mullins gave some tips to keep political signs in place. “You can keep them closer to your house. It’s not going to totally solve the problem, but it can deter people from trespassing your property,” said Mullins. “We also suggest installing video surveillance to help us identify the individual responsible for the theft. Stay vigilant. If your neighbors see anything suspicious, they should call us and we will be happy to help out.” nkorytnikova@ record-journal.com
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Wickedly creative pandemic trick-or-treating By Dan Sewell Associated Press
CINCINNATI — Dropping candy down a chute for little costumed Baby Sharks, Mulans and Black Panthers. Flinging full-size candy bars to them via mini-catapults, “Game of Thrones” style, or with decorated slingshots. Scattering candy at social distances across the front yard, placing it in Easter egg containers. A church near Cincinnati is offering to hand treats to drive-by families. And in San Francisco, a haunted house has become a haunted drive-thru. A favorite American festivity is being tested by the pandemic. And people are rising to the challenge for trick-ortreating that’s both safe and fun during a pandemic. “I’ve always loved Halloween. This has been a rough year for everyone,” said Carol McCarthy, of Palmyra, New Jersey. “I’m going a little more over the
Above left: Carol McCarthy sends candy down the candy chute that she will use to give out treats to socially-distant trick-or-treaters on Halloween Oct. 26 in Palmyra, N.J. AP Photo/Michael Perez Above right: Julie Schirmer shows off the decorated slingshot she’ll use to deliver candy from a distance at her home in Columbus, Ohio. AP Photo/Julie Carr Smyth
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ipation will be down a little this year, projecting spending of $8.05 billion after $8.78 billion last year. But many of those who are participating plan to spend more, it reports.
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days, even if by untraditional standards,” federation CEO Matthew Shay said in a statement.
Instead of the usual bags of miniature candy bars for trick-or-treaters, she is stocking up on a variety of fullsize bars, so children will feel like they’ve “hit the mother lode.” Schirmer will don a black witch’s cape and hat, with a mask, for the festivities. Her
Usually, she and neighbors gather inside for Halloween for a potluck dinner and wine. This year, she plans a front-yard fire pit with socially distanced seating. While some haunted attractions aren’t open this year, others have tried new approaches. The “‘Pirates of Emerson” haunted house in the San Francisco Bay area has become a drive-thru this year. “My parents and I, we started it in their backyard on Emerson Street 29 years ago. It was a keg and some friends scaring the neighborhood kids, and it got bigger and bigger,” Brian Fields said of the popular attraction. Visitors used to creep through narrow hallways while ghosts and goblins jumped out in close quarters. Now, the spook show is watched from inside visitors’ vehicles as they wind their way through a route dotted with ominous shadows and creepy characters.
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After an 0-2-1 tailspin that followed a season-opening romp over rival Lyman Hall, Sheehan girls soccer has righted the ship with three straight wins, including back-to-back shutouts last week over Cheshire (1-0) and Hamden (8-0). Beth Arnold, a fourth-year varsity player, was the girl in net for the 4-2-1 Titans. Cheshire was the big win. Arnold made 14 saves in the victory and is the only goalie to shut out the 6-2 Rams so far this season.
A quick primer: Cheshire soccer player Samir Dishnica’s last name is pronounced “Dish-neat-za.” Worth knowing. Samir is only a sophomore and you’ll be hearing his name a lot over the next few years. A fine fit, too, because when Samir dishes, he dishes neat. He set up Cheshire’s goal in Thursday’s 1-1 tie at Guilford. On the season, Dishnica has four goals and five assists for 4-1-2 Rams, who are unbeaten in their last six games.
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One serious showdown is on tap Thursday when Platt volleyball welcomes unbeaten rival Maloney to the West Side. Since falling to Maloney on Oct. 3, the 8-1 Panthers have stitched together a seven-match win streak, a run extended Monday night by a 3-1 victory over Berlin. Jazmir Hudson turned in the sort of performance she’s become known for. The senior outside hitter put down a team-high 14 kills and also got to 12 digs.
A year ago, Maloney’s Jaden Myles had to choose between playing soccer or kicking for the football team. He chose the latter. This fall, with football cancelled by the CIAC and Maloney playing as an independent club, Myles can do both. So it was that, in the span of four days last week, the senior kicked three extra points to help the Spartans beat Platt in football, then scored the winning goal in Maloney’s 1-0 rivalry win in soccer.
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The last time Lyman Hall beat Cheshire in volleyball was 1998, a good five years before Gianna Scopetto came into this world. Oh, what a world of difference she’s been this season as senior setter for LH. Scopetto led Monday night’s upset of the Rams with 20 assists and five aces. Three of those aces provided game point in Lyman Hall’s 3-0 victory. Scopetto was coming off a 25-assist, 6-ace performance in Thursday’s win vs. Sheehan.
What a week for Liam Schroeder and the Southington boys soccer team. The Blue Knights blanked Lewis Mills 3-0 on Tuesday, then shut out Bristol Central 2-0 on Saturday. Schroeder, a junior, had a hand in all but one of the five SHS goals. He scored twice against Lewis Mills and tallied one goal and one assist against BC. The back-to-back wins put the Blue Knights at 3-3-2 heading into Tuesday’s game against Bristol Eastern.
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Halloween safety tips for your pets Whatever Halloween ends up looking like this year, candy and costumes will most likely be involved. Here are some basic precautions for pet owners to keep pets safe and happy on All Hallow's Eve:
Candy is for kids, not dogs and cats. Chocolate can be very toxic to our furry friends. Candy containing xylitol (artificial sweetener) can also be dangerous. Keep any candy out of pets' reach. Wires and cords that light up your holiday decorations can be deadly if chewed on. Please make sure pets can’t access them. Jack-o-lanterns with lit candles should be kept away from pets who might accidentally knock them over and poten-
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Pets should be kept inside during Halloween, if trick-ortreating is happening in your community. Use caution when answering the door so your cat doesn't dart outside.
If you do decide to dress up your pet, make sure the costume is not bothersome and is safe for your pet. Costumes should not constrict movement, breathing or vision. Small dangling pieces can be choking hazards. Ill-fitting costumes can get twisted and caught on external objects and hurt your pet.
If the extra door knocking or doorbell ringing stresses out your pets, put them in a quiet room away from the noise, or use a gate to stop them from lunging at the door. Make sure your pets have current ID tags and that microchip info is up to date in
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Halloween is almost here, and to prevent this holiday from becoming a scary one for you and your pets, it’s important to consider common items and activities that can be dangerous to your furry friends.
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The Record-Journal in Meriden, Connecticut is looking for freelance journalists with strong writing skills and an interest in community news. Story assignments for print and digital publication will include a focus on features, along with occasional news coverage, primarily in Plainville and North Haven.
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The ideal candidate is an engaging writer and an accurate reporter capable of shooting photos and video. Candidates must possess their own equipment and be able to work on a deadline. This is an excellent opportunity to work with a professional journalism team and build your portfolio. Reliable transportation to get to and from assignments is required. Interested contractors please submit a resume, cover letter and work samples to Nick Carroll at ncarroll@record-journal.com.
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TOWN CLERK Responsible for public records management Apartments For Rent and supervision of a Municipal Town Clerk’s Office The position requires a H.S. Diploma or MATERIALS GED and five (5) years of DISTRIBUTION responsible office work Screened Topsoil $25/ experience in a municiper yd; Sand-$15 per pal Town Clerk’s Office yd; Millings-$10 per yd; to include one (1) year Screened Millings $30 of supervisory experiper yd; Clean Fill $8 ence. Wages: $62,542- MERIDEN 2 BR apt., fully per yd: $100 minimum $80,021 plus an excellent remodeled, W/D incl., w/ delivery. No pickup truck fringe benefit package. service. Minimum 16 yd GAR, $1,200 mo. + sec. Apply: Department of pickup at our yard. Call deposit. Call Ken, Human Resources, Town Jim @ 860-982-4819 for (702) 445-5646. delivery of Wallingford, 45 South Main Street, Wallingford, Houses For Sale MURRAY - 2500 Weed CT 06492. The closing Eater, $40.00. Call 203date will be November NORTH HAVEN - Ranch 679-2130. 2 BR, 1 BA, HW FLS, 16, 2020. EOE LR Din. combo, CAir, PREMIUM Cvac. OF Hot Air, New Turn Your Unwanted Items into SCREENED Windows, Fbase., New TOPSOIL Oil Tnk., 1 car, 13’ AG $25/yard delivered, Pool, Trex Dk, Shed W/ Pwr. $180,500. Call 203-238-1953 3 yd, $100 min. delivery Albert 203-804-3719. Call Jim 860-982-4819 UTILITY
The Town of Wallingford Electric Division is seeking a highly qualified engineer with strong technical and leadership/ management skills that will be responsible for the planning, designing, and maintenance of the electric generation, transmission, and distribution systems and related facilities of the Electric Division. Must possess a bachelor’s degree from a recognized college or university in electrical, mechanical, or civil engineering, plus eight (8) years of progressively responsible engineering managerial work for electrical utilities or an engineering consulting firm doing work for electric utilities. An Associates Degree in one Top Soil, Compost BUSINESS of these fields may subFOR SALE. Catering to stitute for two (2) years MANAGER small deliveries. Call Bob of the work experience The Town of Walling(203) 415-0723 requirement. One year ford’s Electric Division is Sporting Goods and of supervisory experiseeking a highly qualified Health ence as a supervisor is business manager to PISTOL PERMIT - Cerpreferred. In addition, perform responsible tification, for groups of must possess and managerial work in the 4 or less, masks req’d, maintain a Connecticut administration, direction 1 session only, $140. Motor Vehicle Operators and supervision of the (203) 415-1144. License. Salary: $97,203 financial, accounting and Stores and Offices For Wood Fuel Heating - $124,140 plus an billing functions for the Rent Equipment excellent fringe benefit Electric Division business NORTH HAVEN - 800+ package. Application office. The successful sf.ft. of office/store- SEASONED FIREWOOD forms will be mailed - $20 and up, 1/4, 1/2 candidate must have a front, w/separate utiliand full cords, PU or upon request from the ties, call John Apuzzo, bachelor’s degree from delivery. 40 years expe203-687-5207. Department of Human a recognized college or rience, (860) 621-6332. Resources. Phone: (203)- university in accounting Furniture 294-2080. Fax (203)-294- or business administraTREE LENGTH 2084. The closing date tion plus five (5) years of FIREWOOD FORMAL DINING ROOM will be November 24, increasingly responsible - Table has 3 leafs and CALL FOR DETAILS 2020. EOE office work experience a magnetic table pad. 203-238-2149 including at least three 6 regular chairs and 2 arm chairs. Server has P/T DRIVER (3) years in a supervisory Electronics wine rack and three Needed 20 hrs/wk capacity, or an equivdoors for storage along 9 am - 1 pm, Mon - Fri., alent combination of 32” SYLVANIA HD TV with a place for glasses with our focused and education and qualifying With stand, asking and the center holds all friendly team. Ability to experience substitut$50.00. Free DVD playyour china. It also has er included. Call 475lift supermarket size food a drawer for all silvering on a year-for-year 775-6669. ware. The china closet boxes (+/- 40 lbs ); loadbasis. Salary: $88,004 is lighted by touch and ing/unloading our van. - $112,597 annually plus has side pull outs that Wanted To Buy Established daily routes an excellent fringe benestore you table cloths. (supermarkets, big box fit package. Applications The bottom opens up 1,2,3 Items or an Estate stores etc.) primarily can be downloaded from to hold your serving $$$ CASH $$$ plates and other piecNo Haven / Wallingford. the Town’s Department Todd Shamock es. All wood and in exPlease submit resume or of Human Resources’ Estate Sale Service cellent condition. Set letter of interest to: webpage. Applications or retailed for $13K will Costume Jewelry, Master’s Manna, Inc., resumes can be mailed sell for $3,800 or best Antiques, Dolls, Toys, attn: Bill Pursell, P.O. Box or faxed to Department offer. Call 203-530- Paintings,Meriden Items 4032, Wallingford, CT 9505. of Human Resources, 203-494-1695 06492. No phone calls Town of Wallingford, 45 please. A1 “I PAY TOP CASH S. Main Street, Room Appliances For Your Grandma’s 301, Wallingford CT Costume Jewelry 06492 Fax (203) - 294- GE DRYER - Never used, exc. cond., $395 obo. Stash” Vintage, An2084 Phone: (203)-294Maytag Washer, brand tique, Napier, Costume /Classified 2080.The closing date new, never used, $395 Jewelry Lots Wanted. Local listings online! November 16, 2020. EOE obo. (203) 886-9811. Julie 203-443-9602.
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