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Volume 29, Number 45
Rea wins First Selectman seat in Durham
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It was a good night for Durham Republicans on Tuesday, Nov. 7, as the local GOP earned wins in First and Second Selectman races, as well as two of three contested seats on the Board of Education. In the race to replace outgoing First Selectman George Eames, Republican Brendan Rea defeated Democrat Christopher Balay by a vote count of 1,323 to 1,035. The race for Second Selectman, See Durham, A5
Durham Middlefield Youth and Family Services Canvas and Cupcakes Halloween event attracted plenty of creative – and hungry – participants on Saturday, Oct. 28. The artists had a chance to design their own paintings as well as cupcakes, all in the name of spooky holiday fun. Photos courtesy of Durham Middlefield Youth and Family Services, Facebook
Road work causing traffic headaches in Middlefield By Michael Savino Special to The Times
work site is where a train track crosses the road.
The Department of Transportation has closed a portion of Route 147 at the intersection with Main Street for road work, causing concerns for both area businesses and local residents.
First Selectman Robert Yamartino said the DOT found the embankment was eroding due to washout and the agency made an emergency repair order.
The DOT is repairing an embankment along Route 147, also known as Baileyville Road, where a stream runs nearby. The
“At the time that they initially inspected the job, it was their belief that the repair — we’d be able to keep the road open with a flagman and one-way traffic,”
he said. Yamartino said further testing found the DOT would actually need to do more extensive work, including excavating one half the road, and the agency decided to shut down the entire road. The town found out in late September. Yamartino said the town didn’t have time to hold a public hearing before road work started on
Oct. 9, but he included a discussion as part of the Board of Selectmen’s Oct. 2 meeting. Baileyville Road is only closed at the intersection of Main Street, or Route 157, but the DOT can only detour traffic from state roads to other state roads. The DOT’s detour is steering traffic onto Main Street See Road work, A4
Board of Selectmen stays the same in Middlefield Times Staff
Little will change after Tuesday’s election in Middlefield, as First Selectman Robert C Yamartino easily held off a challenge from petition candidate Robert A. Bascom and Republican Jim Irish fended off current Third Selectman Carol L Bufithis to retain his Second Selectman seat. Yamartino won a relatively See Middlefield, A2
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This year’s Howard Kelley Community Service Awardee, Ralph Sayward, are: Howard’s widow, Renee Kelley; Ralph; CVEF founder Merrill Adams; and current CVEF president Nancy Earls.
Grantees, representing their grants, standing: Karen Patterson (atrium garden), Heather Castiglia (STEM camp), Kristen Slepecki (teen book boxes), Anne Doyle (CVEF Grants cochair.) Seated: Pamela Longley (sewing club), Erica Fisher and Rachel Mann (community recycling), Laura Mongillo (communication board), Tina Gossner (CVEF Grants co-chair). Not present were representatives from the Makerspace and Cub Scout owls grant projects.
CVEF Celebrates grantees, award recipient The Coginchaug Valley Education Foundation’s 2023-24 grantees, along with CVEF’s 2023 Howard Kelley Community Service Award recipient, Ralph Sayward, were celebrated in style on Oct. 12, at Indian Springs Golf Course in Middlefield. Over 50 people joined in the event to applaud their achievements. CVEF President Nancy Earls opened the program by thanking all in attendance for supporting the work of the organization. Some grant facts: CVEF has
awarded over $188,000 in grant funds to some 150 projects and events over the past 15 years. Grants cochairs Tina Gossner and Anne Doyle introduced this year’s eight grantees and summarized their projects. The Durham Garden Club will renovate the Durham Community’s Center’s atrium garden and will also make it a learning garden. DMYFS will continue its STEM summer camps for ages 7-13. The Durham Public Library and CRHS will collaborate to provide individualized book boxes for
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Write-in candidate Michael A. Janis received 86 votes for Selectman.
easy victory over Bascom, by more than 400 votes. The race between Irish and Bufithis was similar in nature, as Irish out-distanced Bufithis 816 to 472, according to unofficial numbers from the Connecticut Secretary of State’s office as of Wednes-
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Strong School’s Makerspace program will reach out to the community and create products, based on needs – offering a service, while also learning about product development and marketing. A Communications Board will be installed at Brewster School’s playground to aid students needing extra assistance. Three Memorial School teachers will run an after-school fashion design sewing club. Finally, Cub Scout Pack 33 will learn
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way,” Sue noted. about Connecticut owls through activities and speakAccepting his gift, Ralph aders. mitted it was “tough to find CVEF Founder Merrill the words” to express his gratAdams announced Middleitude. He stressed, “I don’t do field resident Ralph Sayward the work alone. Maybe I just as the recipient of this year’s motivate people and create a Howard Kelley Community team effort. A lot of hands Service Award. Middlefield’s make things happen.” With Director/Municipal Agent him to help celebrate his acfor the Elderly, Sue D’Orvel- complishments were his wife, liers, who nominated Ralph, children, grandchildren, spoke to the crowd about his friends and fellow library dedication to the town, in board members. particular, the Levi Coe LiFor more information about brary, where he has been a CVEF and to get involved, Board member since 1999. “He is awesome, and he just visit our website: http:// www.coginchaugvef.org/ does it in his unassuming
First Selectman Robert C Yamartino (R) – 872 Robert A. Bascom (PET) – 422
Selectman The only other local contested race James R Irish (R) – 816 saw Republican Mary Ann Zieminski Carol L Bufithis (D) – 472 defeat Democrat Suz Uznanski for Michael A. Janis (WR) – 86 Town Treasurer. Board of Finance Here are the unofficial results for the Michael J Skelps (R) – 891 2023 municipal election: Susan McNamara (R) – 744
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In search of another great Netflix binge
Netflix and I have formed a strong bond. Well, at least on my side. I believe I have become somewhat of a Netflix addict. I have always done things the old-fashioned, nobodydoes-that-anymore way. For years my Netflix entertainment came in the way of DVDs sent through the mail. I was happy enough. I could only keep two out at a time, and sometimes they were broken or scratched. The damaged part always seemed to come at the crux of the story. But I managed well enough. And then life became magical for me. Someone gave me a Roku, and instantly my “of average intelligence” TV became a Smart TV. It got bumped up. And that meant that I could stream Netflix, and watch as many shows as I wanted. No more two at a
time. I have been in my glory. Dramas, thrillers, series, comedies, stand-up comedy, documentaries. I believe I could, if life did not insist otherwise, happily remain rooted to my couch, entranced by Netflix, only taking breaks for the bathroom and to forage for food. It’s probably a good thing that life doesn’t let me do that. My most recent love affairs have been with series. Binge time! I have mowed through “Suits,” “The Komensky Method,” “Virgin River,” “Working Moms,” and “Community.” To say that I
get involved with the story line and the characters would be an understatement. I am riveted. I watch while I eat lunch, while I eat my supper, and for several hours every evening. And, of course, all day long on a rainy day.
them, cried with them, wanted only the best for them. It has been an emotional time for all of us. My home feels empty once they have left my living room. They have moved on with their lives, and now I guess I must do the same.
Rainy days are, by definition, Netflix days. And at the risk of sounding just a tad “around the bend,” sometimes I think about the show as I lie in bed at night, waiting for the Sandman to make an appearance. Which he can’t do until my latest binge-worthy series has left the building.
Ah, easier said than done.
Well, my head, that is. He waits patiently in the wings. Like all good things, though, the series inevitably comes to an end, and I am bereft. I have made friends with the characters. They have become family. I have rooted for them, laughed with
I’m in mourning. Well, I know there is another series out there, waiting for me to become addicted to it. So I furiously click onto this one and that one, in a futile attempt to land on something that will put me back into my peak state. Nope, nada. I start something and quickly become bitterly disappointed. No, this will not sustain me. This will not enchant me, pull me in, draw me into its magic. I keep clicking, getting closer and closer to despair. I try to find a movie that will entertain me. The same bitter disappointment. It’s a snooze
fest, or there’s violence, which is always a no-no. Moving on. Click, click. I’m between series right now, and life just doesn’t seem right. I have a temporary fix, however. I am watching a fascinating documentary about how everything in the world is connected. Did you know that veeries (a small North American bird that migrates to South America for the winter) will leave their nest early in order to get to their destination before a hurricane hits? I didn’t either. This documentary says they are more accurate than the meteorologists. Good to know. I think we should be checking in with the veeries instead of the weather channel. So, my friends, if I look a bit lost the next time you see me, it’s because I am. I’m adrift. Because I am between series. Sigh!
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cerns that drivers aren’t obeying speed limits — often only 25 mph — on local roads.
and Route 66, but Yamartino said drivers traveling through Middlefield are still using local roads to get around the closure.
“They need to obey the speed limit, they need to respect the neighbors of the neighbors they’re driving through,” Yamartino said.
“The state isn’t doing it, but people are doing it,” he said. “Waze and Google are doing it.”
The DOT is adding signage Long Hill Road and West Street to indicate the two roads are only open to local traffic. The town’s resident
Yamartino said the town and DOT are also trying to let people know businesses in the area remain open. The project is expected to take eight to 10 weeks,
meaning it could impact Lyman Orchards, Perotti’s Country Barn and Powder Ridge during their busy seasons. Minutes from the Oct. 2 meeting indicate Lyman Orchards Executive Vice President John Lyman voiced concern that customers
wouldn’t know the businesses are still open. Lyman Orchard didn’t respond to a request for comment. Yamartino said the town requested the DOT include signage stating businesses are still open.
In Brief Holiday Fair The annual Holiday Fair of the Middlefield Federated Church will take place on Saturday, Nov. 11, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Gift baskets, handmade gifts, baked goods, pickles, relish, jams and jellies and Christmas items are just a few of the items the discerning shopper will find at the Holiday Fair. Get your stocking stuffers early! A Silent Auction will feature handmade hall tree, Lino’s Market pasta and sauce, used round table and chairs, round oriental type rug, beanie baskets, foursome of golf at Lyman’s Apple 9 golf course and oth-
er gift certificates, and many more treasures from which bidders may choose. Fellowship Café will be open throughout the event. Stop in to enjoy breakfast, lunch or just a snack. The Fellowship Café is known for its delicious breakfast sandwiches and pies. Middlefield Federated Church is located at 402 Main St. Look for the “Red Doors.” Call 349-9881 for further information.
Boxwood/Holly Tree Workshop The Durham Garden Club will conduct a workshop on Dec. 2, where attendees will
create a boxwood or holly tree centerpiece. The workshop will take place at the Durham Community Center in two shifts, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 1 to 3 p.m., as space is limited. Participants will provide their own container, small cutting shears and any decorations they wish to add. The club will provide oasis, boxwood and holly cuttings and their expertise. A $20 fee will be charged. Pre-registration is required. Contact Maryann Calvi calvimry1@ outlook.com or 860-3241963 to register or for more information.
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between Republican Robert Chadd and Democrat Thomas Hennick saw Chadd secure a 1,308 to 1,070 victory, according to unofficial numbers from the Connecticut Secretary of State Office, as of Wednesday, Nov. 8. The results mean that, while a whole new Board of Selectmen for Durham — Second Selectman Republican Chad Spooner and Third Selectman Democrat Andre Taylor also did not seek re-election — is about to take over, the configuration of the Board will not change, as it will still be comprised of two Republicans and one Democrat. For the Regional Board of
Education, Republicans Stephen DelVecchio IV and Jason H. Stone appear to have won two of the three contested seats, while Democrat Robert E. Moore secure the third and final seat up for grabs, and narrowly won the honor of being the highest vote-getter among the group. Here are the unofficial results of the election from the Secretary of State’s office: First Selectman Brendan Rea (R) – 1,323
Robert E. Moore (D) – 1,050
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Stephen DelVecchio IV (R) – 1,048
James C. Martinelli (R) – 1,507
William C. LaFlamme (R) – 1,200
Jason H. Stone (R) – 1,032
Amy Royal (R) – 1,502
Gail E. Foreman (R) – 1,144
Nicole M. Ercolani (R) – 1,002
Board of Finance
Jessica K. Augur (R) – 1,115
Nancy Cuomo (R) – 1,483
Mark Jungels (D) – 1,053
Eileen Buckheit (D) – 1,136
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Mariah Roy (D) – 975 Patrick Holden (D) – 936 Planning and Zoning Commission
Town Clerk Nicole Charest (R) – 1,236 Nicole Charest (D) – 1,037
Michael J. Fumiatti (R) – 1,360
Board of Assessment Appeals
James E. Piotrowski (R) – 1,345
Selectmen
Susan Gardner-McNulty (R) Frank C. DeFelice (R) – 1,301 – 1,239 Matthew Taber (D) – 1,092 Kyle Mosher (R) – 1,291
Robert Chadd (R) – 1,308
Michael A. Fusco (D) – 1,164
Thomas Hennick (D) – 1,070
Patricia Dynia (D) – 1,076
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James W. Frazier (R) – 1,106 Shawn Gibbons (R) – 1,102 Thomas Peters (D) – 977 Republican Wendy P. Manemeit (Tax Collector) and Democrat Martin French (Town Clerk) both ran unopposed.
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Obituaries Karl Edward Rubendunst, Sr. DURHAM - Karl Edward Rubendunst, Sr., 94, of Durham, Connecticut, passed away on November 1, 2023. He was born on December 25, 1928, in Providence, R.I., to the late Max Herman Rubendunst and Amey Woodmancy Stone. Karl is survived by his loving wife of 72 years, Mary Palasiewski Rubendunst; children Karl Rubendunst, Jr., (Mary Beth), and Debbie Bellemare (Dave); grandchildren Karin Bellemare (Jon Wagner), Michelle Bellemare, Andrew Bellemare (Carrie), Emily Rubendunst (Khris Shanta), and Kathy Verhagen (Alec); 3 greatgrandchildren and many nieces and nephews. He was also preceded in death by his brother Robert Rubendunst, and sister Maxine Bloor. Karl graduated from Hillhouse High School in 1946. Karl proudly served in the US Army during the Korean War with Military Honors. Karl worked in the printing industry. His passion was Ancient Fife and Drum Corps. He was a member of the North Branford Ancient Fife and Drum Corps, Director of Coginchaug Ancients, taught drum lessons and attended Musters. He was an avid Polka dancer and
enjoyed traveling with his wife. He was a life member of the Elks Club, life member of the VFW, Durham 60+ Club, and enjoyed Durham Senior lunches with his friends. Calling hours will be held at Doolittle Funeral Home, Middletown on Saturday, November 11th from 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. with a celebration of life immediately following at 11:00 am. A burial will be in Mica Hill Cemetery where full military honors will be accorded. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Durham Volunteer Fire Department, 41 Main Street, Durham, CT 06422. To share memories or send condolences to the family, please visit www. doolittlefuneralser vice. com.
The Middlesex Hospital Vocal Chords Holiday Concert Mark your calendars! ‘Harmonizing Holidays” will be presented by The Middlesex Hospital Vocal Chords (MHVC) on Sunday, Dec. 10, at 2 p.m. This holiday spectacular will take plave at Portland High School, 95 High St., Portland. Join us for a festive afternoon of music as our 90 voice chorus and 10 piece orchestra proudly perform a variety of holiday favorites to kick off this joyous season. Members hail from thirty towns in Connecticut and
from all walks of life. Samuel Tucker, our Music Director, has arranged a beautiful program that highlights the wide ranging talents of this chorus. The voices are rich in satiny harmony. Pieces played by our accompanist, Alan Dougherty, will display warmth and wonder as we include Irish and French carols, classical, swing, gospel, ballads, and, of course, the traditional pieces that you all love so well. Proceeds from the concert
are returned to the community in the form of scholarships presented to graduating Middlesex Community high school seniors in the spring pursuing a career in music or nursing. Thus far, we have awarded $80,500. We are most grateful to Middlesex Health and to you, our loyal followers for your continued support. Tickets are $25. Call 860347-2787 or 860-342-3120 for tickets or visit our website at www.vocalchords20.org and like us on facebook.
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Letter to the Editor Be considerate of seniors Editor : Recently the District #13 Board of Education published an article focused on grade configuration that may result in closing a school within the district. It was interesting to read that the BOE plans to solicit feedback from parents and teachers. What about senior citizens who happen to pay the majority of taxes in support of the school system? Shouldn’t BOE members be considerate is seniors who have lived in the District for years? Donald Gated, Durham
Reader’s Theater performs Tina Howe’s Painting Churches Wednesday, Nov. 1, at 7 p.m. Durham Community Center (860-343-6724 ex.2003) and Sunday, Nov. 5, at 2 p.m. Russell Library (860-347-2528). Registration required. Above, Danielle Truscott and Richard Kamins perform.
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Scouts receive awards from Middlefield Federated Church On Oct. 22, members of Cub Scout Pack 33 were welcomed to Middlefield Federated Church to attend a service celebrating their achievement of their relgious awards.
Working alongside Pastor Eva Cudmore and Deacon Ed Holden, 12 Scouts earned their religious knots and Duty to God adventures. The Scouts attended six week’s of lessons on themes like creation, God’s goodness and forgiveness. The partnership between the Church and Pack 33 has allowed 23 religious knots and awards to be earned. “We are so grateful for the space for our Scouts to delve into one of the twelve points of our law, that is of reverence. We are in debited to Deacon Ed and Pastor Eva for helping our Scouts to foFACEBOOK.COM/ RECORDJOURNAL NEWSPAPER TWITTER.COM/ RECORD_JOURNAL INSTAGRAM.COM/ RECORDJOURNAL
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State gets $2B in federal funding for rail, bridge projects By Lisa Hagen © The Connecticut Mirror
Connecticut is set to receive nearly $2 billion in federal funding to repair bridges and update aging infrastructure that serve major rail lines along Amtrak’s busy Northeast Corridor and other regional train services.
The Federal Railroad Administration selected 10 projects across the state for rehabilitation and modernization through the bipartisan infrastructure law that was passed by Congress and signed into law by President Joe Biden in 2021.
warning of potential disruptions to services and raising concerns about the need for updating crumbling infrastructure. Some bridges with rail service in Connecticut have needed updates or replacements for years to fix deteriorating conditions.
Amtrak sought greater annual funding from Congress,
The money for some of Connecticut’s projects is part of a larger tranche of $16.4 billion announced by the Biden administration on Monday for rail projects along the Northeast Corridor that shuttle passengers between Boston and Washington, D.C.
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east Corridor,” Connecticut Department of Transportation Commissioner Garrett Eucalitto said in a statement.
to begin construction in 2024, will allow trains to operate at higher speeds on the bridge, up to 70 mph.
Gov. Ned Lamont credited the efforts of both the Biden administration and Connecticut’s congressional delegation in securing the transportation funding for a state and region that heavily relies upon rail, especially for commuting.
Rep. Joe Courtney, D-2nd District, noted that the current bridge was deemed “structurally deficient” in 2006. For the past few years, Courtney and other lawmakers in the state’s delegation have pushed for increasing funding to help with repairing the bridge in his district.
Nearly half of the money — about $827 million — is going toward the Connecticut River Bridge, a 116-year old bridge used by Amtrak’s main line and intercity services as well as Connecticut Shore Line East and freight trains. The funding will help to replace it with a new moveable bridge that connects Old Saybrook and Old Lyme. The project, which is slated
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“Today’s announcement of an additional $826 million federal grant ensures that the entire construction phase will be fully funded, and not delayed any more by incremental piecemeal grants,” Courtney said in a statement. “When this new bridge is finished, rail traffic will be safer and faster, for passengers on the Northeast Corridor-Acela Express, Northeast Regional, and Shoreline East, as well as freight traffic.”
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The Devon Bridge, also known as the Washington Bridge, secured $245 million for its replacement project, as well as another $119 million for interim repairs until the rehabilitation begins. That bridge, which has gotten further financial commitments from the Federal Railroad Administration, carries thousands of people per day between the New Haven line and the Northeast Corridor. Connecticut’s rail grants will also help with various repair projects on the New Haven Line and Hartford Line. This story originally appeared on the website of The Connecticut Mirror, www.ctmirror.org.
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