By Jesse Buchanan Record-Journal staff
SOUTHINGTON Southington will have a deputy town manager following the appointment of attorney Alex Ricciardone Monday night in a party-line vote.
The day after his 18th birthday, on Nov. 6, 2022, Meriden’s Robert Barbera allegedly stole a 2018 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport from a Cheshire resident, according to an arrest warrant filed in June.
Barbera was well-known to several police departments prior to a recent crime spree that ended in Meriden. He and five other individuals were arrested Aug. 10 and charged with armed robbery, car thefts, dangerous pursuits and arson from Torrington to Branford, South-
ington, Wallingford, North Haven, and Meriden.
Barbera was charged with multiple counts related to the incident and initially held on $1 million bond. On Friday, Aug. 11, the bond was reduced to $800,000. The only other adult charged, Kyle MitchellHowe, was initially held on a $500,000 bond, but saw his reduced to $100,000. Both men are in custody in New Haven. The four juveniles involved in the case were turned over to juvenile authorities.
Police also discovered a 7week-old kitten under the
seat of the stolen car. According to a press release issued by the Meriden Police Department, officers “believe the kitten was acquired somewhere between the robbery in Wallingford, Branford, Southington and Torrington.” Police hope someone recognizes the feline and can help reunite him with his owner. Those with information can call Meriden Animal Control Unit at 203-235-4179 or police communications at 203238-1911.
“Robert is a known car thief and was arrested by Meriden
While Town Council members of both parties praised Ricciardone’s work, Republicans supported the appointment while Democrats opposed it. Democrats objected to someone being proposed for the deputy town manager position without a broader search and without more time for deliberation.
Ricciardone is the town’s corporation counsel and handles the majority of the town’s legal work. He was appointed assistant town attorney in 2019 and town attorney in 2021.
The town attorney represents the Town Council
and isn’t a town employee. The corporation counsel, a position created last year, oversees all other town legal matters, advises boards and commissions and is a town employee.
Lou Martocchio replaced Ricciardone as town attorney, a part-time position. Martocchio and Ricciardone worked together at the Martocchio & Oliveira law firm.
Ricciardone holds the rank of captain in the Air Force Reserve and processes court martials and discharges. He’s been practicing law since 2010.
Ricciardone described the appointment as a formality since he’s already been performing many of the deputy town manager duties.
“I have had excellent conversations with almost every Town Council member since the meeting (of both parties) and they all expressed their confidence in my role going forward,” Ricciardone said. “I look forward to continue serving the citizens of South-
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Every year, American Savings Foundation celebrates its new scholarship recipients at a reception held at the Aqua Turf Club in Plantsville. This year, the Foundation celebrated 140 new American Savings Foundation Scholars, the largest new class in over 20 years! The Foundation also recognized the Scholars who first received an award in 2020. The Foundation’s 2020 reception was cancelled due to Covid, so these students were celebrated now, as most begin their senior year of college.
“We didn’t get to celebrate in person with our new Scholars in 2020, and those students also missed out on traditional high school grad-
uations and senior prom,” said Heather Hokunson, the Foundation’s scholarship program officer. “All our new and renewing Scholars have faced disruptions and dealt with unique challenges during the past four years. We wanted to make this reception a special celebration of all they have achieved.”
American Savings Foundation Scholars attend twoyear and four-year colleges and technical/vocational programs in Connecticut and across the country. Including the sophomores and juniors also eligible to apply for a renewal of their award, the Foundation expects to award a total of $815,000 to 413 students during the 2023-2024 academic year.
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In keeping with the theme, the Foundation invited two past American Savings Foundation Scholars to share their stories about the impact that in-person and
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(Plainville, CT) Superintendent of East Haddam, Connecticut public schools, Brian Reas, has been named the next superintendent for Plainville Community Schools, according to Plainville Board of Education Chair, Lori Consalvo. Reas will replace Interim Superintendent of Schools, Kevin Case.
The Plainville Board of Education contracted with Cooperative Educational Services (CES), one of six Regional Educational Service Centers (RESCs) supporting public schools in Connecticut, to oversee the Plainville Community Schools’ superintendent candidate search which began in the spring.
The search process commenced with a public survey made available to community members and stakeholders in June. In addition, a series of focus groups were held with parents, teachers, administrators, students, town officials, and members of the community to gather feedback relative to the selection of the next Plainville superintendent. At the same time, the position was widely publicized, both locally and nationally. After reviewing applications, the Plainville Board of Education selected and interviewed potential candidates based on a profile developed from the data gathered through the survey and fo-
cus group processes, and ultimately and unanimously selected Reas as the candidate of choice.
Reas began his career as an educator serving as a special education teacher in both Windham and Hebron, Con-
necticut schools. He then became an assistant princi-
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The fall grant cycles are now open at Main Street Community Foundation. MSCF is currently accepting applications for several funds from nonprofit organizations serving the communities of Bristol, Burlington, Plainville, Plymouth, Southington, and Wolcott. The Online Grants Center can be accessed through the Foundation’s website, www.mainstreetfoundation.org/apply-for-grant, and
includes a link to the online grant applications, the full guidelines and the eligibility criteria. Applications are being accepted for the following:
The Bradley Henry Barnes and Leila Upson Barnes Memorial Trust was established by the late Bradley Barnes of Southington to support the health and well-being of Southington residents. Nonprofit organizations may
submit letters of inquiry (LOIs) for new capital projects, programs, or initiatives that improve the health outcomes of Southington residents. The deadline to submit an LOI is September 15.
MSCF is accepting applications for the Men & Boys’ Fund from nonprofit organizations serving men and boys in the towns of Bristol, Burlington, Plainville, Ply-
mouth, Southington, and Wolcott. This Fund supports local men and boys in improving the quality of their lives, increasing their self-sufficiency, and making a positive difference in their community. The deadline to apply is September 22.
The Women & Girls Fund seeks to deepen its impact by providing grants that will allow organizations to build in-
ternal capacity to ensure ongoing support of women and girls in the local communities. MSCF recently hosted a focus group with over 20 participating grantees and community partners on the current and emerging needs of local women and girls to better inform this year’s grantmaking priorities. Therefore, preference will be given to grant applications seeking funding for three major priority areas: Services for senior women, confidence building and leadership, and mental health and well-being. The deadline to apply is September 15.
Main Street Community Foundation will also be accepting applications for the Burlington Community Fund starting August 28. Either the organization or the program for which funding is requested must be located in Burlington
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Since taking office in 2021, State Representative Donna Veach (R-30) has been present for every single vote taken on the floor of the House of Representatives, resulting in a third straight perfect score. Each year, the House Clerk’s Office releases the data on members’ votes during the Regular Session and Representative Veach was present for all 368 votes taken during that time, one of only 68 lawmakers to receive a perfect score.
"It is truly an honor to represent the 30th District in the General Assembly and one that I don't take lightly," Rep. Veach said. I take my commitment to the residents of our district very seriously and being present 100 percent of the time to cast a vote on their behalf is essential in proving that."
Rep. Veach represents the
towns of Berlin and Southington in the General Assembly. She serves as the Ranking Member of the leg islature's Internship Com mittee as well as serving on the Environment, Judiciary, and Finance and Bonding Committees.
For years, Connecticut held its Republican and Democratic primaries early in the presidential nomination process, which gave the state more of a say in deciding which candidates made it to the general election.
The state’s nominating contests were usually held in March, but to have more influence over the wide-open presidential primaries in 2008, the Connecticut legislature approved moving up the date to Feb. 5 to join about two dozen other states to vote on the biggest primary day of the cycle, known as Super Tuesday.
But as the parties started discouraging states from holding primaries before early March and offered incentives to go later, the General Assembly voted to push back its primary to the last Tuesday in April for the 2012 election. And since then, the
state has voted for presidential nominees in late April, with 2020 as the only exception because of pandemicrelated delays.
Now, lawmakers and officials in both parties are once again seeking to go earlier in the primary season and looking to the legislature to approve the change during a special session next month. The proposed date change would not elevate Connecticut back to one of the early months but would move up the date by four weeks in
2024, from April 30 to April 2.
Some political observers argue an early April primary would benefit Connecticut more than its current date but would not ultimately be a “game changer,” according to Quinnipiac University political science professor Scott McLean. He said the state’s vote would carry more weight if it were held again in March or even earlier.
More than two dozen states would still vote in primaries and caucuses before Connecticut, even if lawmakers agreed to move it up.
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Elizabeth V. Anderson- Elizabeth “Betty”
V. Anderson, 97, of Southington, passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 17, 2023 at her home. She was the beloved wife of the late Leonard H. Anderson. Betty was born on May 27, 1926 in New York, New York. She grew up in Newington with her parents Ottelia (Blank) and Edward Brinley. Betty worked as an administrator for several organizations, including St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, UCONN School of Medicine and the State of Connecticut Department of Income Maintenance. Following her retirement from the State of Connecticut, Betty obtained her BA from Trinity College. Upon graduation, Betty returned to the work force at the Connecticut Christian Conference of Churches. Betty was a loyal member of St. Paul’s Episcopal Church for over 70 years. She was devoted to her husband of 61 years and the loving mother of two sons, Peter and his wife Margaret of Marion and David and his wife Rosemary of Salem, and a daughter Elaine (Warren McGrath) of South Windsor. She was the proud grandmother of Jason (Jess) and Sara, and the great-grandmother
of Emily, Ethan, Liam, Owen and Grant. In addition to her husband Leonard, Elizabeth was predeceased by her brother Robert Varney, sister Marian Connors, son-in-law Harry Lemasters and grandson Jared Anderson. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Paul’s Episcopal Church Memorial Garden, 145 Main St., Southington, CT 06489. A memorial service will be held at 5 p.m. on Tuesday, August 29, 2023 at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 145 Main St., Southington. Plantsville Funeral Home has been entrusted with handling the arrangements. For online condolences and directions, please visit www. plantsvillefuneralhome. com.
SOUTHINGTONDelphine A. (Krom) Gray, 92, of Southington, passed away peacefully on August 17, 2023 at the HOCC, New Britain Campus. She had been the loving wife of the late Robert J. Gray for 64 years. Born in New Britain on September 2, 1930, to the late John and Emily (Mankey) Krom, she had been a Southington resident for over 50 years. Delphine started her career at Fafnir Bearing prior to marrying her husband and ultimately becoming a homemaker. She loved motherhood, not only raising her own sons, but also being a second mom to many of their friends. Her greatest accomplishment was becoming “Nana” to her 5 grandchildren. More often than not, Delphine could be found outside in the yard. She had a gardener’s green thumb, whether it be vegetables or flowers. Some of her flowers have been shared amongst neighbors and are still blooming in their gardens today. Her love of being outdoors included time spent at the beach; most recently, a family vacation at Misquamicut Beach, R.I. She loved animals of all kinds. She especially enjoyed bird watching and each of her 5 dogs over the years. Delphine is survived by her son Charles Gray of Southington and 5
SOUTHINGTON Delphine A. (Krom) Gray, 92, of Southington, passedaway peacefully on August 17, 2023 at theHOCC, New Britain Campus.She had beentheloving wifeofthe lateRobert J.Gray for64 years. Bornin NewBritain on September 2,1930, to thelate JohnandEmily (Mankey) Krom, she had beena Southingtonresidentforover 50years.Delphine started hercareer at Fafnir Bearingprior tomarrying her husbandand ultimately becoming a homemaker. Sheloved motherhood,not onlyraisingher own sons, butalso being a second mom to many of their friends. Her greatest accomplishment was becoming “Nana” to her5 grandchildren. More often thannot,Delphinecouldbe foundoutside intheyard. She had a gardener’s green thumb, whether it be veg-
dogs overthe years.Delphineissurvivedbyherson
etables or flowers. Some of herflowers havebeen shared amongst neighbors andare stillbloomingin their gardens today. Her love of being outdoors included time spent at the beach; mostrecently, a familyvacation atMisquamicut Beach, R.I. She loved animals of all kinds. She especially enjoyed bird watching andeach ofher 5
grandchildren: Todd, Melissa, April, Jennel, Connor, and 2 greatgranddaughters, Miranda and Maria, her daughterin-law, Susan of Bristol and several nieces and nephews. In addition to her husband Robert, Delphine was predeceased by her son Robert and brothers, Arthur, Edward and Milton Krom. In lieu of flowers, donations in Delphine’s memory may be made to the Southington Dog Pound, 646 Woodruff St., Southington, CT 06489. A memorial service will be held at 12 Noon TODAY, August 25, 2023 at Plantsville Funeral Home 975 S. Main St., Plantsville. Burial will be private and at the convenience of the family. For online condolences and directions, please visit www. plantsvillefuneralhome. com.
Charles Grayof Southington and5 grandchildren: Todd, Melissa, April, Jennel, Connor, and2 greatgranddaughters, Miranda and Maria,her daughterinlaw, Susan of Bristol and several nieces and nephews. In addition to her husband Robert,Delphine was predeceasedby her son Robertand brothers, Arthur, Edward and Milton Krom.Inlieuofflowers,donations in Delphine’s memory may be made to the Southington DogPound, 646 Woodruff St., Southington,CT06489.Amemorial service willbe held at 12 Noon TODAY, August 25, 2023at PlantsvilleFuneral Home 975 S. Main St., Plantsville.Burial will beprivate andat theconvenience ofthe family.For online condolencesand directions, please visit www.plantsvillefuneralhome.com.
Probate is the legal process of administering the estate of a deceased person. The probate court oversees the process, which is handled by an executor or administrator appointed by the court. Probate can seem complex and intimidating. Here is a very basic outline of the steps involved in the administration of an estate in Connecticut:
File the Will with the Probate Court in the district where the deceased resided at the time of their death
Appointment of Executor/Administrator
Inventory and Obtain Appraisals of all the deceased person's assets
Notify Creditors and Heirs of the deceased person's death and the probate proceedings.
Pay Debts and Taxes
Prepare a Final Accounting and Close the Estate
File Final Income Tax Returns
Distribute Assets
It is important to note that the probate process in Connecticut can vary depending on the complexity of the estate and whether disputes arise among beneficiaries or creditors. Seek legal advice from an experienced probate attorney to ensure compliance with the specific requirements and help navigate any potential challenges that may arise during the administration of probate.
SOUTHINGTON - Marion (King) Cochran, 66, of Southington, passed away suddenly at home on August 5, 2023, following a 38 year battle with Multiple Sclerosis.
She was born in Waterbury on October 27, 1956, daughter of the late Alfred L. King, Sr. and Helene (Bryant) King. Marion graduated from Southington High School in 1974. She was employed at Cuno Incorporated in Meriden, CT, for many years where she made treasured friends.
Among those who will cherish her memory, Marion leaves her beloved daughter Lynn (Cochran) Mastrianni and her husband Jonathan of Southington; and son Brian M. Cochran of Southington. She also leaves two adored grandchildren, Edith Mastrianni and Brian Cochran of Southington, a brother, Glen King; and nieces Jessica Gould and Cassandra King.
Above all, Marion’s greatest joy was spending time with her children and grandchildren, cherishing their milestones
and accomplishments. Marion’s children were the center of her world. She especially enjoyed travelling with her daughter Lynn to places like Cape Cod, Florida and South Carolina. Nothing made her happier than to see Lynn and Jon get married in 2021. She enjoyed many years of sleepovers and pancake breakfasts with her grandson Brian. She stood by her children through hardships and good times. She was preceded in death by her parents; brother Alfred King, Jr. and her beloved dog Scooter. Marion will be well remembered for her resilience and determination throughout her entire illness. May she rest in peace. A private funeral service will be held at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Marion’s memory may be made to the National MS Society https:// mssociety.donordrive. com/campaign/MarionCochran.
Marion G. WasilauskasSOUTHINGTON - Marion
Gianatti Wasilauskas, aged 71, peacefully departed on August 17, 2023. Her unwavering resolve in attempting to conquer two forms of cancer was a defining feature of her final year in life, showcasing her tenacious spirit. That journey reflects her unyielding character. As we grieve her loss, may we find solace in knowing she has finally found tranquility. Born March 29th, 1952 to Mary and John Gianatti, Sr., of Southington, CT, where she graduated from Southington High School in 1970. She lived a significant part of her life in Southington, in addition to Prospect and Watertown. She worked a variety of jobs, then several years at Economy Spring & Stamping in Southington before retiring. Marion is survived by her husband, Victor Wasilauskas, Sr., her son Peter Genova, III, of Southington, and Marla Genova of Farmington. She also leaves behind a brother, John Gianatti, Jr., his wife Karen, 2 nephews Brian and Dan, and 2 cousins Al and Tom Gioia, all of CT. Her stepchildren, Victor Jr., Jaime, and Michael Wasilauskas, and Heather Pualsgraf, residing in Southern New Jersey and Pennsylvania. Marion always lit up the room with her thoughtful, caring ways, and unique sense of humor. She was not only absolutely stunning on the outside; she was just as beautiful on the inside. She had a way of making others feel immediately comfortable in her presence and exchanging life stories effortlessly. She was an animal lover like no other; she leaves behind her 3 cats: Gracie, Keshia, and 3P. There were many more special ones that came before them. She
From A6But with a more unpredictable primary season at least for Republicans the state could still play a more outsized role, especially if the race is still largely undecided in early spring.
was an avid traveler and took many trips with her husband, Victor, enjoying vacations to several cities across the country, particularly trips to Maine, Niagara Falls, and Canada, in addition to cruises to the Caribbean. She loved any beach...anywhere. Marion had many interests. Notable inclusions are obtaining her motorcycle license & rifle 22 permit. She also began reading tarot cards in the 80’s with extraordinary results - which was incredibly popular amongst her loved ones and friends. Her intuition and energy were always remarkable. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Dominic Church, 1050 Flanders Rd., Southington, CT on August 25, 2023 at 9:00 am followed by burial at St. Thomas Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please donate to CT Cat Connection, 40 Stevens Mill Rd., Windsor, CT 06095 or online: https://donorbox. org/connecticut-catconnection-fund. For directions or to leave an online condolence, please visit www. dellavecchiasouthington. com. The DellaVecchia Funeral Home, 211 N. Main St., Southington, CT 06489, has been entrusted with Marion’s arrangements.
“Moving the primary earlier may have a small, positive impact on the amount of attention that Connecticut gets from candidates, but still Connecticut would be competing with four other states holding primaries on that date,” said Travis Ridout, co-director of the Wesleyan Media Project, which tracks political advertising.
“One positive impact is that Connecticut voters might have more choice by voting in early as opposed to late April,” said Ridout, who is also a professor of government at Washington State University. “By late April, the race may effectively be decided, and only one or two candidates may remain in the race.”
As of now, Connecticut is the only state with a primary currently scheduled for April 30. If it were to move up four weeks, it would share the primary day with nearby states like New York and Rhode Island as well as Wisconsin, a swing state, and Delaware, President Joe Biden’s home state.
The General Assembly is planning to hold a special session on either Sept. 26 or 27 to vote on legislation to change the date, which was first reported by Hearst Connecticut Media. Lawmakers failed to clear the bill before the end of the legislative session in June. The legislation unanimously passed the House but did not get a vote in the Senate. Officials in both parties, however, were hoping to go even earlier in the 2024 primary calendar.
Calling all restaurants! Think your wings are Golden Chicken Trophy and bragworthy?
The Southington Chamber of Commerce is calling all restaurants looking to put their wings to the taste test of the public and celebrity judges –The Wingaddicts – on Monday, November 13, 2023, from 5-9 p.m. at the 17th Annual Southington Chamber of Commerce Wing Fest Competition at the Cadillac Ranch Restaurant!
It is sure to be the hottest year yet with Lamacchia Realty as the event’s BLAZIN HOT SPONSOR!
Restaurants compete in three categories in addition to a fan favorite and overall best being chosen.
Competition space is already filling up!
If your restaurant would like to participate please reach out to Jennie Paulsen at the Chamber office 860.628.8036 or email info@southingtonchamber.com for more information.
n 2: All Businesses Must File a Property Assessment Annually – Information Session Offered
n 5: Welcome New Chamber Members
n 8: Salty Dog Tavern to Host Bread for Life Fundraiser
Connecticut law requires business owners to file a tangible personal property declaration every year with the municipality in which their business is established. Filings are usually due by November 1 each year. Businesses that do not file are subject to penalties and a potential audit.
Join us for an information
session to learn what documents are needed and how to file, on Wednesday September 6, 2023, at 7: p.m., in the John Weichsel Municipal Center Community Room, 196 North Main Street, Southington, CT. Registration is not required. This meeting is open to the public.
Tuesday, November 28, 2023 | 5:30-9 p.m.
Chef Hector Delgado and his family celebrate their new ownership and re-opening of Fratelli’s Italian Restaurant. Fratelli’s is Delgado’s third restaurant, in addition to Flair and Mix Fine Cakes & Pastries on Main Street.
José Delgado, Hector’s son, is the general manager and co-owner of Fratelli’s. The family celebrated the restaurant’s Grand Opening on Tuesday, August 22. Fratelli’s is located at 837 Meriden-Waterbury Tpke, Southington, and you can make reservations by calling 860-628-8168.
Chamber summer intern Bella Criscitello is off to college. Bella spent the summer assisting with database management and coordinating the upcoming Chamber Cup Classic Golf Tournament and the Holiday Sip &
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The Greater Southington Chamber of Commerce is partnering with Martocchio & Oliveira, LLC to provide the local community with free drafting of Healthcare Agent forms.
A healthcare agent plays a crucial role in ensuring that an individual’s medical decisions align with their wishes when they are unable to communicate. This designation empowers a trusted person to make informed choices about treatment, end-of-life care, and interventions on behalf of the individual.
In emergencies, when quick decisions are essential, the healthcare agent can provide timely and appropriate care based on the person’s values and beliefs. This not only reduces family conflicts but also offers peace of mind that medical preferences will be upheld.
The agent serves as an advocate, communicating with healthcare providers, clarifying medical information, and ensur-
ing continuity of care. They offer emotional support, alleviate stress, and ensure that the individual’s voice is heard during medical deliberations.
Legal protection is conferred through this role safeguarding against potential disputes. Customization is possible as the agent is selected based on familiarity with the individual’s needs.
In essence, a healthcare agent is a vital safeguard, ensuring respect for personal wishes, quick decision-making, effective communication, emotional support, and legal compliance in times of medical uncertainty.
Healthcare agents are important for all ages and should be considered as students head off to college this fall. A healthcare agent is of paramount importance for college students due to their transitional phase of increased independence and potential vulnerability.
Parents can ensure that the student’s medical records are still
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Networking events have proven to help companies increase their visibility and connection to new customers and clients. Chamber Pros have unparalleled success in working together to build and maintain relationships, networks, and contacts among member businesses and organizations. They are reciprocally dedicated to supporting one another in achieving work-related goals, establishing advantages, attracting, and sustaining a quality employee team, and growing a successful business.
Chamber Pros Networking is non-exclusive, and all industries are invited to participate. As a Chamber member business each of your employees is also able to participate. This means your
business can gain more traction in various target areas at the same time. All participants are given an opportunity to speak and present their ‘elevator speech’. The next monthly meeting will be held on Wednesday, September 13, 2023, from 7:45 a.m. to 9 a.m., at Titanium Banquet Hall, 447 North Main Street, Southington.
There is no fee for Chamber Members, but registration is required to participate and may be made on the Chamber events calendar at southingtonchamber. com. Businesses interested in joining the Chamber in order to join the Chamber Pros Networking events may call Jennie Paulsen at 860.628.8036 or email info@southingtonchamber.com.
Please join the Board of Directors of the Greater Southington Chamber of Commerce in welcoming its newest members. Businesses and organizations from all industries are invited to apply for membership with the Southington Chamber of Commerce on a rolling basis. Applications are presented to the Board of Directors for approval at their monthly meeting. Membership information and applications are available by calling the Chamber at 860.628.8036 or visiting southingtonchamber.com.
Based in Groton, CT, Chelsea Groton Bank is a full-service mutually owned bank with over $1.5 billion in assets. Chelsea Groton’s products and services include consumer banking, business banking, mortgage and business lending, cash management, financial planning and financial wellness programming. With 14 branch locations, Chelsea Groton Bank also provides online and mobile banking, 24-hour telephone banking, and nationwide ATM banking for individuals, families and businesses. To learn more, please visit www. chelseagroton.com. Member FDIC. Equal Housing Lender. NMLS Institution ID 402928.
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Established in 2018, Curioporium is a one-of-a-kind curiosity shoppe brimming with peculiar and enchanting items. It offers visitors a unique and exploratory experience in its six distinctively themed rooms, ensuring every visit is a new adventure filled with surprising discoveries and eccentric rarities. We are excited to announce the upcoming 2024 opening of “Journey into the Strange & Unusual”, at Factory Square. It’s an unmatched experience meticulously crafted to inspire the imagination of our guests, immersing them into a world of unexpected exploration and wonder.
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After 20-plus years on Center Street, Praline’s welcomes its new owners, Matt and Karen LaCluyze. Matt and Karen are Southington locals and are honoring the shop’s history by continuing to bring ice cream and smiles to the community. Founded in 1984, Praline’s prides themselves on offering the highest quality ice cream, pies, and cakes using only the best ingredients and making everything locally. Support local and stop by Praline’s to grab a cone and show support for Matt and Karen!
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Rooster’s Chicken & Waffles specializes in making their customers happy with good food and fresh chicken! They have a full menu, serving breakfast, lunch and dinner Monday - Sunday. They also offer catering for weddings, corporate parties, and other events. For the best chicken in the country, come to Rooster’s!
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The Nurse Network is a healthcare staffing agency that works with highly qualified healthcare pro-
fessionals. Our mission is to find the most qualified candidates for our clients. Our recognition of, and appreciation for, the needs of our medical professionals and our clients ensure the best possible care. The company is ever-changing and has new opportunities available every day for PCAs, CNAs, LPNs, and RNs. We offer long-term orders, per diem opportunities, and potential temp-to-perm opportunities all throughout the country. For more information, call our office, email us, or visit our website. jobs@tnnjobs.com | 860-628-2990 thenursenetwork.com
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A public hearing with DEEP was held on August 22, 2023. Citizens presented public testimony via Zoom. The hearing pertained to the proposal concerning the adoption of the California Low Emission Vehicle (LEV IV) and Advanced Clean Car II (ACC II) regulation. The regulatory proposal includes provisions for more stringent emission requirements for gas powered engines in passenger vehicles and implements requirements for vehicle manufacturers to progressively increase the sale of advanced technology vehicles including battery electric vehicles from 2027 through 2035.
For more information or to voice your opinion reach out directly your elected officials. For a list of elected officials visit CT.gov
Chamber members and their employees are invited to ‘Network at Noon’ and enjoy lite bites and refreshments at the Grand Opening and Ribbon-Cutting for Suds Laundromat, 166 Main Street, Southington. Come meet the new owner Chelsea Kent and help her celebrate months of hard work in renovating this longtime downtown business. Learn about special programs and partnerships Chelsea has developed to connect with the community and help
those in need of a clean place to process their laundry. Registration for this event may be made by visiting southingtonchamber.com. For more information on joining the Chamber call 860.628.8036 or email info@southingtonchamber. com.
The Southington Chamber of Commerce will host its next Business After Hours Networking Event in partnership with Liberty Bank, 60 North Main Street, Southington, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Chamber members and
invited guests of Liberty Bank are invited to join us for spirits and hors d’ oeuvres provided by fellow Chamber Member businesses Carmella Marie and Worldwide Wines & Spirits. Registration is required for this event must be
860.628.8036 x101 to complete a membership application.
‘Woman to Woman’ is an empowerment series coordinated by members of the Southington Chamber of Commerce Women’s Leadership Network to provide a forum where women could come together to have open and candid discussions on a variety of topics with the intention to have a positive impact both professionally and personally.
This fall, the group will begin a four-part series with facilitated group discussions. The series is open to professional women from all industries who are current
Chamber members. There is no cost to participate, but space is limited, and registration is required through southingtonchamber.com or the QR code.
The first discussion, Building Atonic Habits, will take place on Thursday, September 14, from 8:30-9:30 a.m., in the Chamber community room, 31 Liberty Street, Suite 210.
On October 12, 2023, the group will discuss The Personal And Professional Power Of Emotional Awareness
The series is scheduled to
continue in January and February with additional topics: How Body Language Can Help You Master Confidence and Is It Your Ego Or Is It Disrespect?
For more information on joining the Women’s Leadership Network call the Chamber at 860.628.8036.
Register your business for the Second Annual Chamber Corporate Cup Apple Harvest Road Race hosted in partnership with the Southington YMCA. The cost is $30.
Businesses wishing to put together a team and run for the coveted trophy may contact John Myers jmyers@sccymca.org or 860-919-1193 to get their company included.
For more information on joining the Southington Chamber of Commerce call 860.628.8036.
Century 21 All Points Realty and the Southington Chamber of Commerce are partnering to honor first responders and members of our military at a complimentary picnic luncheon
on Monday, September 11, 2023, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Century 21 AllPoints Realty offices at 117 North Main Street, Southington.
First responders and members of the Police and Fire Depart-
ments and military from Southington, Plainville, Wallingford, and Meriden, and surrounding areas are invited to come by.
Staff from Century 21 AllPoints Realty and the Southington
Chamber of Commerce will be there to ‘Serve those who Serve’! No registration is required. For more information call 860.621.8378
• Registration 9 a.m., Wednesday, September 20, 2023, Hawk’s Landing Country Club
• Breakfast and morning cocktails
• Shotgun start 10:30 a.m.
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pal in the East Hampton, Connecticut school system, where he moved on to become the Director of Support Services until 2010, when he became the Assistant Superintendent of Special Education and Pupil Personnel Services for the East Lyme, Connecticut school system.
He has served in the capacity of superintendent of schools for the East Haddam, Connecticut school district since 2014.
During his tenure in East Haddam, Reas has been involved in all aspects of school district operations including the district’s athletic complex referendum and construction project process, expansion of the district’s World Language program (K-12), implementation of a districtwide inclusive practices program, development of an innovative teacher and administrator evaluation
program, strategic planning, creating an online data warehouse for data based decision making, completing a districtwide curriculum revision process, developing a K-12 graduation competency framework, implementing a staff wellness program, and more.
Reas holds a bachelor of arts degree from the University of Connecticut and a master of education degree from the University of Hartford.
Additionally, he earned both a sixth year certificate and an executive certificate in Educational Leadership from the University of Connecticut.
“The opportunity to serve the Plainville community as the superintendent is an honor, and I look forward to hitting the ground running in October. Learning more about the amazing students, families, staff, and community is my first priority as I begin to lead and learn with the Plainville school community,” said Reas.
“Mr. Reas is the perfect fit
for Plainville Community Schools. He brings a wealth of experience as an educator and administrator to our school district, and possesses a number of exceptional leadership qualities. He is collaborative, skilled in building relationships, communicative, professional and passionate about working with our students, staff, families and board of education members going forward,” said Plainville Board of Education Chair, Lori Consalvo. Reas was named the candidate of choice at a special Board of Education meeting held on August 16; he will begin as Superintendent of Schools in Plainville on October 16.
The New Britain Symphony Orchestra will celebrate the start of the Labor Day weekend on Friday, Sept. 1, at 7 p.m. in Walnut Hill Park in New Britain with a free outdoor concert of popular favorites performed by its string, woodwind, percussion and brass ensembles. For more information go online to www.newbritainsymphony.org.
Police in February 2022 for operating a vehicle stolen from Cheshire and engaging Meriden Police in pursuit,” according to the warrant application regarding his November 2022 alleged theft filed in Meriden Superior Court.
Because he was under 18 in
the earlier Cheshire theft, Barbera’s DNA was taken from a cheek swab at the Manson Youth Institute where he was incarcerated. It matched a swab taken off the gear shift and steering wheel of a 2004 Toyota Camry stolen from a Cromwell resident on Christmas Eve 2022. That car was later recovered in Meriden, a halfmile from Barbera’s Broad Street home.
Barbera also missed an Aug.
8 court date and now has a failure to appear charge on his lengthy rap sheet.
According to a case report on the crime spree, on Aug. 10 at approximately 1 p.m., police responded to Hubbard Park for a report of attempted vehicle break-in or thefts.
“It should be noted that the city of Meriden has been plagued with car break-ins and motor vehicle thefts where operators of these stolen vehicles will travel at high rates of speeds with zero regard for the safety of citizens in instances completely unprovoked by law enforcement,” according to the Friday case report written by Det. Benjamin Pellegrini. “It was relayed to me that in some instances, operators of these stolen vehicles will intentionally drive toward police in aggressive manners showing a complete disregard for law enforcement and the laws of the state.”
The three suspect vehicles, a gray Honda Civic, a black hatchback, and a white Kia Forte, were found near the park’s playground area. Police spotted four males with masks leaning into the Kia Forte. They jumped into the Honda Civic and black hatchback when they spot-
ted police and fled onto West Main Street toward Southington, police said.
The officer was unable to capture the fleeing cars and
returned to the Kia Forte where she saw a flame inside the car that quickly engulfed it, police said. The plate was later traced to a car reported stolen in Wallingford.
Police determined the Kia was involved in a recent larceny in which two males allegedly stole a bottle of Hennessy cognac from the Grog Shop liquor store at 1063 Old Colony Road. The business owner did not wish to press charges. However, he told police that the Kia was accompanied by a white Hyundai Elantra missing a bumper. Police found that car was reported stolen from a resident in an assisted living facility in Middletown on Aug. 8. The car was recovered two days later in New Britain, according to the case report.
The white Kia Forte and the Hyundai Elantra were also involved in a purse snatching in Southington prior to the recovery of either vehi-
Along with the large “Welcome to Yale” banners hung outside residential halls, first-year students at Yale University were greeted this week with fliers from the university’s police union that warned them of the “shockingly high” crime rate in New Haven and urged them to stay indoors after 8 p.m., stay in groups and to be on high alert.
“The incidence of crime and violence in New Haven is shockingly high, and it is getting worse. During the seven month period ending in July 23, 2023, murders have doubled, burglaries are up 33% and motor vehicle thefts are up 56%,” the fliers read. “Nevertheless, some Yalies do manage to survive New Haven and even retain their personal property.”
Officials could not say how many fliers were distributed, but police and city leadership said they were handed out during move-in Sunday morning and were an act of retaliation from the Yale police department’s union, the Yale Police Benevolent Association, during negotiations between them and the university.
“Once I learned of the fliers, I called the president of the union and said, ‘What in the world is going on?’ and he expressed to me that they did not have plans to do this, but when the university approached them with their proposed dollar amount for the contract, they were offended, and that members of the board of the union decided that something needed to be done and this is what they decided to do,”
Yale Police Chief Anthony Campbell said at a press conference on Tuesday. “I don’t think it was a good decision.”
Campbell added that some members of the union’s ex-
ecutive board decided to distribute the fliers. He did not identify them by name.
“I’ve been told by multiple members of my department who have interacted with officers, who found out later that these fliers had been distributed, that they had no knowledge that the union planned on doing this,”
Campbell said. “That is another problem that I think
the union really will have to address with its members. No members of the command staff were aware that this was a plan for them to be distributed in this way.”
Mayor Justin Elicker, New Haven Police Chief Karl Jacobson, Yale Associate Vice President for Public Safety and Community Engagement Ronnell Higgins and members of the New Haven
Board of Alders also attended the news conference and denounced the fliers.
“When you welcome someone to your community, you embrace them, and you support them, and you ensure that they are successful here,” Elicker said. “You don’t promote fear. You don’t promote misinformation. You don’t mislead people about the home that is their new home. [The Yale Police Union] handed out unbelievably offensive fliers with misrepresented information scaring Yale students and promoting a narrative of our city that is inaccurate and totally offensive. And to do this is childish and selfish. I fully respect a union’s right to organize, to advocate but you don’t have to put someone else down to raise yourself up.”
“Young people are coming to the city for the first time. That’s appalling. You don’t try to scare them into getting a better contract,” Jacobson added.
Union president Mike Hall
did not immediately respond to requests for comment. The status of negotiations is unclear.
Various students on campus Tuesday said they didn’t directly see the fliers but had heard about the controversy.
“I’m just a little bit scared, but it’s OK. By just taking tours and walking around, I’m feeling pretty comfortable,” said Ruoxi Teng, a first-year graduate student who came to Yale from Beijing.
“For me, living in New York for a year and a half, that’sa more dangerous place than here. So when I first came here, I felt like, ‘Wow it’s such a quiet small town and friendly,” added Teng’s friend, Bernice Feng, who’s also a first-year graduate student and in the master of science program in health statistics.
Read the full story on the website of The Connecticut Mirror, www.ctmirror.org.
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social networks have had on their lives.
Kelly Ha, a 2015 Scholar, is now a clinical social worker for Connecticut Children’s, as well as a Licensed Therapist at Essence Behavioral Health. Ms. Ha is also the co-founder of the #IAmNotAVirus movement, a campaign launched in 2020 during the Covid Pandemic to counteract the harmful impact of anti-Asian American discrimination, through the power of storytelling.
Abigail Woodhouse, a 2012 Scholar, has spent a decade specializing in nonprofit digital communications and now serves as the Communications Officer for the Refugee Self-Reliance Initiative. Ms. Woodhouse spoke about the importance of connections and recognizing the powerful communities around us and noted that a summer internship she held through the Foundation helped lead to her nonprofit career.
Over the past 27 years, the Foundation has awarded
more than $15 million in scholarships. ASF Scholarships are awarded primarily based on financial need, with consideration given to academic performance, community involvement, and other indications of a strong desire to achieve goals through education.
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The gray Honda Civic was located on View Street in Meriden, unoccupied with its engine running. Police determined it was the same car reported stolen in Meriden a day earlier. A witness gave police pictures of the car and the parties responsible for leaving the car in the roadway. The suspects left the area in a black SUV that matched the description of a Mazda CX-5 reported stolen in Darien, police said. Darien police shared photos of individuals captured on camera during their investigation which depicted males believed to be Robert Barbera, also known as Ace, and an unnamed juvenile ”both known by police to be involved in the theft of motor vehicles.”
The Mazda CX-5 and its occupants would be involved in a spree of purse snatchings/robberies in a Wallingford Walmart, Branford and Torrington throughout the day, according to the case report. Two firearms were displayed in Torrington. A witness in the Torrington robbery followed the Mazda and said “an occupant of the Maxda CX-5 was hanging out the window displaying and pointing a handgun at the witness,” according to the incident report.
State police initiated a pursuit of the Mazda, which was able to elude police, who eventually lost sight of the vehicle.
Meriden detectives continued to look for the Mazda, police said, due to the link to Meriden and the potential that the unnamed juvenile and Barbera were the occupants. They later discovered the vehicle and identified Barbera as the driver.
“The vehicle proceeded to operate on side streets at a high rate of speed completely unprovoked by police actions,” according to the police report. “Police initiated
a pursuit. The vehicle accelerated at speeds without due regards to traffic, proceded to drive in opposing travel lane, and conducted evasive maneuvers. The vehicle crashed (into a) police vehicle at the location at 380 S. Broad St. injuring numerous officers.”
Six occupants, at least one being a female, of the motor vehicle fled on foot and police chased and later apprehended all suspects.
Pellegrini arrived at the scene and engaged in a chase of an unidentified male.
“Due to the fact that the sus-
pects were involved in a recent armed robbery, I proceeded to unholster my firearm and pointed it at (unidentified) yelling commands believing he may be armed,“ he said.
The suspect was captured without incident and taken into custody with the others. While in the police cruiser, the female spat at two officers, the report states. Medical attention was provided for those injured and two of the juveniles were taken to MidState Medical Center. Both were treated and released into police custody. One of the juveniles admit-
ted to be in possession of a Glock style facsimile firearm and provided information about the arson of the Kia Forte, police said. Numerous credit cards allegedly taken during the robberies were found in the cars.
City police said they will provide supplemental evidence and interview testimony to surrounding towns to pursue their own investigations and subsequent arrests.
The juveniles appeared in Middletown Juvenile Court. Barbera returns to court on Sept. 6 and Mitchell-Howe on Sept. 22.
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The Wallingford Town Clerk’s Office is seeking a qualified individual to assist in the administration and supervision of the Town Clerk’s office. High school graduate or GED with six (6) years’ experience in responsible office work of which one year must involve supervision. College level training in business or public administration or related field may be substituted for work experience on the basis of one year of college for one year of work experience up to four years. One years’ experience working in at least one of the following fields is preferred: mortgage lending, real estate closings, and/or law office work dealing in real estate and/or banking transactions. Wages $25.65 - $31.06 per hour plus an excellent benefit package.
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The Town of Wallingford is seeking a responsible individual to assist in the administration of the Town’s grants program. The position requires a H.S. diploma plus 5 years’ responsible office experience of which 1 year must have been working in a grant’s office. Wages: $27.28 to $32.73 per hour (wages currently in negotiations), plus an excellent fringe benefits package that includes pension plan, medical insurance, life insurance, 13 paid holidays, paid sick and vacation time. A complete job announcement and application may be downloaded from the Department of Human Resources Web Page and can be mailed to the Department of Human Resources, Town of Wallingford, 45 South Main Street, Wallingford, CT 06492, or emailed to: wlfdhr@ wallingfordct.gov by the closing date of September 1, 2023. Phone: (203) 2942080; Fax: (203) 2942084. EOE
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Apply: Department of Human Resources, Town of Wallingford, 45 South Main Street, Wallingford, CT 06492. Forms will be mailed upon request from the Department of Human Resources or maybe downloaded from the Department of Human Resources Web Page and emailed to wlfdhr@wallingfordct.gov.
The closing date will be the date that the 50th application form/ resume is received, or September 11, 2023, whichever occurs first.
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