GoFundMe raises over $43K for injured educator By Everett Bishop Town Times
The community is responding after learning a local educator was struck by a car and critically injured. On March 21, Coginchaug Regional High School Band Director Tim Fisher was hit by a car while walking his dog near his home in Middletown. According to police, Fisher was struck at approximately 5:30 p.m. by a GMC Terrain driven by Jefferson Javier Cusnia-Llamuca of Meriden. Fisher was taken to Hartford Hospital and was initially in critical condition. On March 25, his family said Fisher was in stable condition. In response, town resident Dr. Oanh Stephan created a GoFundMe page to help Fisher and his family “in the long recovery days ahead.” As of Wednesday morning, more than $43,000 had been generated by 617 donors. In a statement sent to students and parents, Coginchaug Principal Brian Falcone said to “please keep Mr. Fisher and his family in your thoughts and prayers.”
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A sense of normalcy at the Durham Farmers Market Bronwyn Commins Special to Town Times
I applied the new normal to my walk, as I had done throughout the week: a On my walk to the Durham very fluid lateral move Farmers Market on a refollows the sighting of ancent Saturday, I intention- other person, and then ally left my house early, so each resumes his or her I could get in a few extra original path and moves steps before the market be- on. Forgive the teacher in gan. It was, after all, a deme reminding you to see lightful morning, and some the metaphor here. Wave walks outside have been or nod, sharing in the unthe source of sanity these spoken understanding past few weeks, fueled by that this is life for the mothe overconsumption of ment. This is the new etipasta with bottled Buffalo quette: seeing another wing sauce. (It’s a new person and stepping away recipe. Only two ingredients.)
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The GoFundMe page also included a statement from Fisher’s students. "Fisher has done more for the students, teachers, and parents in this community than we can ever fully thank him for,” the statement read. “Please help, in what ever capacity you are able, to repay a truly un-repayable man. Bring him joy, thoughts, strength and music – he would do it for us without a second thought." For more information, or to donate, you can visit the GoFundMe page, gofundme.com/f/our-community-for-mr-fisher.
The Durham Farmers Market is a good way to shake the quarantine blues. Photos by Bronwyn Commins
Town turns to technology to continue recreation activities By Everett Bishop Town Times
Despite the difficulties posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, the town recreation department is still providing programs and activities via
video conferencing. After the closure of town offices and programs, Durham Recreation quickly improvised. Now, residents can attend different programs and activities hosted by the department over Zoom, a
video communication service. “With our Facebook (page) we are adding crafts and exercise programs for all to enjoy,” said Recreation Director Sherry Hill. “This is a sad time for our world but also a
special time to connect, love and cherish family and all people. Exercise and fun projects can keep us happy in this stressful time.” Programs have included T’ai Chi classes, paper plate monster crafts, Zumba and
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tending her many flower gardens and reading books. She was a strong, brave and courageous woman. Because of her dedication to learning, her family has decided to dedicate a scholarship in her name. The Loraine A. Coe Vocational Arts Scholarship will be awarded to a student seeking a career in either manufacturing, medical billing or cosmetology. The scholarship is intended to acknowledge a student who has demonstrated a genuine appreciation of others, an unwavering display of personal integrity and a commitment to “work until the job gets done.” Donations in Loraine’s memory may be made to the CRHS Senior Scholarship Fund, Post Office Box 120, Durham, Connecticut 06422. A celebration of life will be held for Loraine in the future. To share memories or send condolences to the family, please visit www. doolittlefuneralser vice. com
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Working to sustain our connection from a distance By Kathryn Y. Serino
Regional School District 13 joins the country in making significant changes in an effort to secure a safer and
healthier community. In an “all hands on deck” collective endeavor over the course of a few weeks, we have transformed teaching and learning and the deliv-
ery of educational services.
Letters to the Editor I miss all of you Editor : Please join me in wishing our neighbors infected with the COVID-19 virus a complete recovery. Also, I strongly urge all Durham residents to continue to follow social distancing practice. That means, you should keep a “cows” length between you and anyone not in your household, including when you are outdoors.
tice, all playscapes and basketball courts are closed. This is in effect in Durham, Middlefield and RSD13 properties. The walking trails and track will remain open because we believe it is a safer place for you to recreate. However, you must follow the physical distancing to be safe.
In the past I have used this column to reference the single most enduring feature of our school community. It is the concept and practice of connection that defines RSD 13. It is the theme that finds its way to the top of every exercise where we are capturing what is most important here. We have talked about intel-
lectual connections in subject matter, ideas and concepts, connections with new friends across the globe, connections to our fair, our orchards, our neighborhoods. Yet, the connection that enhances every celebration and buoys us in times of challenge is the inperson, genuine connection to one another. We are missing that because there is no substitute for being there,
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Social distancing is also important when you are engaged in any necessary commerce, including visiting gas stations, grocery stores,
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In these uncertain times, acts of kindness abound I know that it’s easy to be swept away with all the negativity that is surrounding us these days.
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It’s kind of hard not to be. We need a boatload of hope and faith. And believe me, we are getting it. It’s the best kind of faith – faith in people.
So here’s what I have caught wind of, which I would like to share with you. Just in case you could use a little boost. And mind you, it is only a smattering of the goodness that is making its rounds. My son, who lives in Sweden, told me that every evening people go out to their balconies and clap for
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Why then would I feel otherwise at a farmers market on the town green? A farmers market, outdoors, supported by vendors and shoppers who, without fail, observed the six foot rule, wore masks and gloves and displayed an overwhelming consideration for their fellow neighbor. Never mind that market organizer Jon Scagnelli spray-painted six foot markers in front of each stand, or that signs were posted as reminders of proper physical distancing, or that vendors allowed credit card payment that required no physical contact. Never mind that guidelines from the state and Department of
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What feedback do Jon and these vendors get from those who visit the market? How about, “Thank you for giving us a safe environment to purchase things without leaving town,” or, “We enjoy coming out here.”
Vendors too shared recognition of the hospitality that is extended in this outdoor space.
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What you should be focusing on is what this market does for our community. It gives residents another alternative for buying food without a trip to a large supermarket. It provides a place for the purchase of healthy produce grown by local farmers, or honey and spices that are produced close to where you live. Better yet, if you are very lucky, you might spot a familiar face behind one of those homemade masks, and be reassured that the people you normally see at church or the library are still okay.
Thoughts expressed by shoppers during my visit were similar in tones of appreciation. Chad spoke of the advantage of buying “fresh greens from Durham,” as well as honey and maple syrup, all in the “fresh air of the town green.”
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Many library services still available The Durham Public Library is closed to the public and programs are canceled through April 30. We will reopen when it is safe to do so. During this closure, library staff will be available via email from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday to Friday. While we will not be in the building to answer the phones, please leave us a message and we will return your call. Also, we have extended the due date on items that are currently checked out until May 1.
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Many of us are reaching out to those we have lost touch with, and rekindling old friendships. “Bear hunts” are now underway in some neighborhoods. Participants put a stuffed bear or other stuffed animal
in their window, so that children in need of some amusement can feel like they are on a scavenger hunt while walking around the neighborhood. Some kids, and probably adults, too, have been spotted donning safari outfits and carrying binoculars. There is the suggestion that we all plug in our Christmas lights, as a beacon of hope. This is no problem for me, as I never took them down. When the Shedd Aquarium
in Chicago closed, the staff saw it as a wonderful opportunity for a field trip – for the penguins. Since there were no people in sight, Wellington, Edward and Annie were free to waddle around to their heart’s content. Now that’s making the most of the situation. So I am holding on to my Pollyanna stance. So much good is coming out of this. I’m sure Wellington, Edward and Annie are with me on this.
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meal, contact the Human Services office no later than 12 p.m. Thursdays for the following week. Each person will receive two frozen meals.
Nutrition program: Elderly Nutrition Program meals are available to persons 60 years of age or older and their spouses. Frozen grab-and-go meals are available for pick up Mondays, 12 p.m., at the Activity Center.
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Based on an executive order from Governor Lamont (Executive Order No. 7I), the board will vote to adopt the Our Food Service program budget without a referencontinues to provide meals dum and provides that “In weekly to any student/family so acting, the regional board who wants to participate. of education shall comply Over 1,500 devices including with public meeting requirements consistent with restaff laptops and student Chromebooks have been de- quirements set forth in Executive Order 7B and take all ployed and are being supreasonable steps to publicize ported by our IT departthe proposed budget for said ment. fiscal year and to receive The Board of Education is public comment thereon, inworking to finalize the oper- cluding but not limited to
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Students have been highly engaged and enjoy seeing videos posted by their teachers. We have received positive feedback from students, parents and guardians.
Finance director Mrs. Kimberly Neubig, the administration and I have examined all areas of the current and proposed operating budget in order to make adjust-
Your feedback is important to the Board of Education. At the end of April information on the budget will be publicized and an on-line survey will be available to community members in order to of-
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As a district, our efforts have been and will continue to be centered on our students and teaching and learning. Our teachers and administrators created supplemental learning opportunities for the first two weeks of our school closure and then moved to distance learning last week. At the end of this week we will have completed the fourth week of our school closure. During this time so much has been accomplished. These are some of the many highlights:
A survey was sent to teachers and parents to gather feedback and ideas on our distance learning experience; we have already received ideas and concerns regarding the amount of time students are spending on-line and completing assignments and the desire to have more real-time contact with teachers and administrators.
fer feedback and ask questions. Prior to that time, community members can email Mr. Moore or any board member.
publishing draft budgets on the website and providing an email address or other means for the public to submit timely comments on the proposed budget.”
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Prior to leaving school on March 13 a district-wide Planning and Response team (with both first selectman) was formed and has met weekly since that time. The purpose of this team is to do a weekly status check across a number of areas including buildings and grounds, business and finance, educational planning, health, safety and wellbeing, staff and student needs and much more. We examine and develop plans for immediate and longterm needs. This team represents all members of our school community.
ating budget with a proposed Public Hearing date in May and a Board of Education final vote on the budget no later than June 1. Members of the community can listen to board meetings (information is available on our website and on each posted agenda) and can offer public comment by emailing the BOE chairman, Mr. Robert Moore, at rmoore@rsd13.org.
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Due to the COVID-19 virus, the Durham Town Clerk's office will be closed to the general public until further notice. However, the Town Clerk and/or Assistant Town Clerk will be onsite to assist you as much as possible during this outbreak. The town clerk’s office is available by phone as well as by email.
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Joel from Starlight Gardens noted the appreciation for local food systems and the awareness that “community is important.”
tled spices, shouted, “The Durham Farmers’ Market is my favorite market!” while setting up her table. I was still chatting with Jon when she felt compelled to make the exclamation, even before the arrival of shoppers. Specifically, she appreciates the respect for space at times like this.
Whole-selling locally grown Easter plants, Alfonso from JC Farm added that it is, “… nice to see people out, but not on top of each other.”
Our understanding of what matters has been strengthened by the challenges of Aubrey, from behind her table of native plants, shared the last six weeks. Scagnelli her fondness for the market, believes that this market
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page quickly gained the attention of residents. “This page has been a long time coming and the pandemic gave us a push to create this,” he said. Scagnelli says that the recreation committee is at work scheduling two live feed classes per week and coming up with projects that individuals and families can work on together. The goal is to “get people to do something besides the norm at home,” said Scagnelli.
Besides setting up shop at the market, Zemelsky added that he was putting greens, particularly spinach, in the shed in front of his home at 54 Fowler Ave. It’s self service and free of charge, similar to a food pantry but “more anonymous,” according to Zemelsky. For more information on Durham Recreation programs you can visit their Facebook page – Durham CT Recreation – and the farmers market page, Durham Farmers’ Market.
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“The main focus of this social distancing is to do just that,” said Scagnelli. “At the end of the day, everyone who came to the market last week was grateful. People had peace of mind buying local.”
All town functions are operational even though a bit differently during this time. You can find more information on the town’s website.
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However, Scagnelli also said that farmers markets would have to adhere to certain guidelines in order to remain operational. This includes keeping vendors at least six feet apart, only selling prepackaged products, providing sanitization stations, nixing food sampling and asking vendors to sanitize between customers.
ty. I want to commend town and library staff and those of you who have gotten creFrom A3 ative in finding ways to connect within these guidelines. pharmacies and farmers Keep it going and I know we markets. Follow CDC will get through this togethguidelines on handwash- er. ing and other sanitizing measures before, during Please contact me if you and after you are enhave any questions or need gaged in these activities. service.
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Scagnelli doubles as the market master for Durham as well, managing the farmers markets for the town. While the beginning of the pandemic put the future of the market in question, communication from the governor allowed Scagnelli to continue business as usual.
“Farm stores and farmers’ markets offer consumers a retail option that is essential to keeping fresh, local food accessible,” said Connecticut Department of Agriculture Commissioner Bryan P. Hurlburt.
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Apartments For Rent MERIDEN - Studio apt., H&H water, off st. prkg., near park, GAR, garbage removal, security camera. 203.599.5077.
Houses To Share CASH PAID For any Toyota any condition, running or not, crashed okay. Will take other makes and models. (203) 600-4431.
MERIDEN - House to share, private rooms, $125-$150/wk. utils. incl.Plenty of parking. Refs./Sec. req’d. 347641-1135.
Motorcyles and ATVs WILL PAY CASH - For old motorcycles, mini bikes & go carts. Gary, (860) 558-5430.
Apartments For Rent MERIDEN - 4 BR, 1 BA apt., $995 + sec. & utils. 230 West Main St., 2nd flr. Avail. immediately. (203) 938-3789
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Top Soil, Compost FOR SALE. Catering to small deliveries. Call Bob (203) 415-0723
Wood Fuel Heating Equipment TREE LENGTH FIREWOOD CALL FOR DETAILS 203-238-2149 Wanted To Buy 1,2,3 Items or an Estate $$$ CASH $$$ Todd Shamock Estate Sale Service Costume Jewelry, Antiques, Dolls, Toys, Paintings,Meriden Items 203-494-1695
AARON’S BUYING Old Machinist Tools, Lathes, BenchTools, Hand Tools & more. (203) 525-0608.
ALWAYS BUYING CASH PAID Vintage Electronics, Musical Instruments, Amps, Ham Equipment, HiFi, Radios, CB, Guitars, Audio Equipment, Antiques. 860-707-9350 ANTIQUES - Always buying old; Toys, military, jewelry, art, watches, musical instruments, signs, arcade games, cameras, pre 1970 sports memorabilia, plus more. One item or entire estate contents. Call 860718-5132.
GRASSY HILL AUCTIONS, - an Estate Sale, Liquidation, Attic & Basement Cleanout Company is Always Buying and providing services all over Connecticut. These are just a FEW of the things we are looking for: Antiques, Collectibles, Old/ Vintage Toys, Musical Instruments (Saxophones, Trumpets, Violins, Flutes, Clarinets, Trombone & SO MUCH MORE) Advertising Items, Wristwatches (Broken or Not), Pocket Watches, Tools (Machinist, Woodworking, & MORE) Doorstops, Clocks, Oil Paintings, Old Signs, Old Photographs, Old Postcards, Brewery Items, Hunting & Fishing, PEZ Dispensers, Costume Jewelry, Broken Jewelry, Gold & Silver Jewelry, Gold & Silver Coins, Military Items, Swords & Bayonets, Helmets & Patches, Medals & Uniforms, Pocket Knives, Lighters & Pipes, Fountain Pens, Mechanical Pencils, Fraternal Order Items, Religious Items, Industrial Items, Winchester Items, Sikorsky Items, Pratt & Whitney Items, Colt Items, Native American Items, Vintage Electronics, Slot Cars, Toy Trucks, Matchbox & Hotwheels, Barbie’s, Folk Art, Statues, Bronzes, Trains, Cameras, Mid Century Modern Furniture, Straight Razors, Shaving Items, Political Items, Comic Books, Sports Cards & Autographs…& THE LIST GOES ON! So please give us a call at your earliest convenience. Grassy Hill Auctions 203-868-1816 - Grassy HillAuctions.com
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Businesses & Services Attics and Basements Cleaned GARY WODATCH
Demolition Svs Sheds, pools, decks, garages, debris removal. Quick, courteous svc. All calls returned. Ins. #566326. Cell, 860-558-5430
Electrical Services TEC ELECTRICAL
Service LLC All Phases of Electrical Work. 24 hr. Emergency Service. Small Jobs Welcome. 203.237.2122
Handyperson HOME DOCTOR - 48 years exp. in all trades, we do small odd jobs to remodeling, former US Navy, 15 years, Senior discount. Ins. #640689, 203.427.7828.
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RT RELOCATION Your moving and storage specialists. Call for a free estimate. 833-668-3978.
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Accepting Comm. & Resid. lawn & grounds maintenance, hydroseeding, new lawn install., 25 yrs. exp., Member BBB 203-634-0211
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CT BEST PAINTING CO LLC - Int./ext. painting, wallpaper & popcorn removal. Power washing. LIC: HIC.0637348 (860) 830-9066.
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JT’S LANDSCAPING LLC - Spring CleanUps, we specialize in weeding all types of beds, mulching, top soil work, pruning, hedges & trees, & all your landscape needs. Residential & commercial. Lic. #616311. Call today, 203 213-6528.
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