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Volume 28, Number 26

NEW CHAPTER BEGINS

The Independent Day School celebrated its 61st graduation on Friday, June 10. The graduates are: Alexandros Antonopoulos (Durham), Nola Bradford (Higganum), Luke Diana (Madison), William Diana (Madison), Quinn Hadarik (Lyme), Ezekiel Hatcher (Cheshire), Matea Lebron (Berlin), Natalia Levesque (Guilford), Kody Mackenzie (Bristol), Rowen Meisner (Essex), Amber Michael (Middletown), Kaelyn O’Shea (Portland), Elizabeth Pata (Wallingford), Katerina Reeves (Middletown), Sarah Roberts (Middlefield), Aria Teva (East Hampton), Aviv Teva (East Hampton), Anthony Ursini Jr. (Deep River) and Lydia Winkowski (Wethersfield). See more from the IDS graduation on page 6.

Foundation gives $18K in grants

By Nicole Zappone Town Times

Durham’s Board of Selectmen accepted the resignation of First Selectman Laura Francis at its meeting on Monday, June 27.

Prior to that meeting, Francis informed the Town Clerk of her intention to step down. Her current term as First Selectman would have ended in December 2023. See First Selectman, A5

Recently, 11 groups and organizations were awarded close to $18,000 in grant funds from the Coginchaug Valley Education Foundation. Francis

Levi Coe Library in Middle-

field received two grants, one for a “Benefits of Cooking” project which helped families discover new recipes, share them and create related projects, and the See Foundation grants, A11

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Still dreading the first day of school It’s not a good way to live. And I know this plea will fall on deaf ears, but I would like Father Time, if he has this particular super power, to slow down summer. Stretch it out. Let it not be in such a hurry to leave the scene. I’m doing it again, and I really wish I wouldn’t. I have made myself a captive of Father Time. Summer is just out of the gate, and already I am hearing the tick, tick, tick of the clock.

water at the beach is warming up. The crickets are chirping. The birds are singing. All is well.

I’m good until the middle of the month. Because the second half means that August It makes no sense, really. We is right around the corner, have the whole glorious and we know what that summer stretched out before means. us. And I hate that I think like this, but I do — the first August, in my mind, says day of summer means that a that summer is on the homestretch. By the end of couple of minutes of daythe month there is a change light will be lopped off of in the air, and some of the each day, starting the next trees may even be turning day. color, giving us a heads-up They may not be visible to about what is lying in wait. the naked eye, those missing When I was just a tadpole I minutes, but I will know used to hate the passing of they have vamoosed. I will each August day, as it know, and I will, in my bones, feel like we are head- inched me closer and closer to that most dreaded day — ing for a downward spiral, even though we still have Ju- the first day of school. ly and August ahead of us. I I really would like to live don’t like losing minutes. more in the moment, enjoyShorter days aside, though, I ing each day for what it is start July in pretty good spir- and not getting my knickers in a knot over the inevitable its. The sun shines hot. The passage of time.

Because people always say, come September, the summer just flew by. Father Time, please clip its wings. And for the record, I think you have things backward. You let winter just crawl by at a snail’s pace. Now that’s a season that needs wings. Because we do not relish treacherous driving and shoveling snow and slipping on the ice.

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Well, Father Time, you have never listened to me before, so I have no reason to think you will this time. The only other option is for me to make friends with you and stop fighting you. You will do what you do. So I am going to try to make “carpe diem” my new take on life. Meanwhile, until that takes hold, I will close my curtains at a relatively early hour in the evening. If the days are getting shorter I don’t want to know about it.

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Letters to the Editor Thank you Editor : Laura Francis, Durham’s First Selectman, is resigning

effective July 18 to pursue another wonderful job opportunity. I would like to thank her, formally, for her thoughtful, effective and extensive service to Durham; first as a Town Clerk and then as First Selectman. Laura went above and beyond handling the Town Manager duties that being

the town’s CEO requires. She wrote grants to help bring about her vision of an improved, inclusive town. She belonged to and was a leader in professional associations, attending many training and educational sessions to stay current with the complicated issues involving running the whole town.

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COMMENTARY

Honored to have served

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It has been the supreme honor of my life to serve Durham citizens first as your Assistant Town Clerk, as your Town Clerk and now as your First Selectman. I am proud of the offices I have held, the work I have performed and the achievements I have accomplished. I am very appreciative of the assistance I have received from the Town Hall staff, hundreds of volunteers and town, state, and federal officials. Working with all these people has given me much satisfaction and joy.

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“I wanted to advance in my career and accepted a new opportunity,” said Francis, who will maintain her post until July 18. “I will miss my position.” Francis has been hired by the South Central Region Council of Governments as deputy director/director of transportation planning. Francis has worked for the Town of Durham for 30 years. In a letter sent to the Town Times, the Republican First Selectman wrote, in part: “It has been the supreme honor of my life to serve Durham citizens first as your Assistant Town Clerk, as your Town Clerk, and now as your First Selectman. I am proud of the of-

fices I have held, the work I have performed and the achievements I have accomplished. “I have been a good steward of town government and I believe it is time for me to step down and make room for the next generation of town leaders. “I look forward to my new role in regional government which will allow me to work on projects in a larger area and with people I’ve been associated with through much of my time in Durham.” Per the town charter, Francis’ replacement will be appointed by the Board of Selectmen no later than 30 days beyond Monday’s meeting.

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Each student was then called up to receive their diploma and, as is tradition, a faculty member gave a speech about each graduate. The words shared by the teachers truly highlighted the deep connection and impact each student had, not only on their grade, but on the entire school community. After each student was called upon, the graduates gathered to sing the school song, A Special Place, one last time. The Class of 2022 will always be remembered for the way the students handled their middle school years throughout the pandemic. These students were flexible, resilient, grateful, strongwilled. We were incredibly fortunate to have them as leaders this past year, and we wish them all the best in their future endeavors.

Graduation awards Head of School Award: Amber Michael. For exemplifying effort, loyalty and service to the school, and recognizing a student whose contributions make IDS a better place. Scholar-Athlete Award: Sarah Roberts. For excellence and motivation in academics and athletics. Granger Poetry Prize: Matea Lebron. Honoring the family of Frank Granger, a former trustee, for excellence in writing poetry. Johnson Drama Award: Natalia Levesque. For the student whose work in theatre arts class, as well as in their overall school performance, demonstrates dedication, enthusiasm and creativity. Sylvina Chapman Norton Award in English: Aviv Teva. For recognition of excellence in English. History Award: Alexandros Antonopoulos. For consistent academic effort and genuine love of history. Design Thinking/Maker Lab Award: Aviv Teva. For excellence in all aspects of creative design including brainstorming, prototyping, building and teamwork. Instrumental Music Award: Rowen Meisner. For a love of music, expertise on a musical instrument and leadership in an ensemble. Spanish Award: Alexandros Antonopoulos. For special effort in, and enthusiasm for, Spanish. Digital Arts & Science Award: Aria Teva. For excellence in creativity, innovation and design technology. See Graduation, A7

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State minimum wage increases to $14/hour Gov. Ned Lamont released a statement reminding residents that the state’s minimum wage was set to increase Friday, July 1. The current rate of $13 per hour will be increased to $14 per hour. The change is the result of legislation Lamont signed into law three years ago. The law scheduled several increases in the minimum wage over a five-year period. “For too long, while the nation’s economy grew, the income of the lowest earning workers has stayed flat, making already existing pay disparities even worse and preventing hardworking families from obtaining financial security,” Lamont said. “This is a fair, gradual increase for workers who will invest the money right back into our economy and continue supporting local businesses in their communities.”

Lt. Gov. Susan Bysiewicz said, “Governor Lamont and I are committed to making sure that our Connecticut economy works for everyone, and that includes our state’s low-income earners.” Public Act 19-4 requires the minimum wage to increase five times over a five-year period, from the then-rate of $10.10 per hour to: $11 on Oct. 1, 2019; $12 on Sept. 1, 2020; $13 on Aug. 1, 2021; $14 on July 1, 2022; and $15 on June 1, 2023. Ultimately, beginning on Jan. 1, 2024, that same law requires the minimum wage to become indexed to the employment cost index, which is calculated by the U.S. Department of Labor, and for the first time in Connecticut the rate will grow according to economic indicators. — Press Release

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DURHAM- Norma J. Flynn departed this world on June 23, 2022, to join the angels she so revered during her lifetime. A longtime resident of Durham, CT, she was born 84 years ago in Winsted, CT, to Alton and Dorothy Smith, and for 51 years was married to Raymond Flynn, Sr., who predeceased her in 2011. She leaves an abundance of memories that will live on in the hearts of her five children and eight grandchildren: Tracey Flynn (Durham, CT); Ray and Melissa Flynn (Ipswich, MA) and their children Madeleine and Colin; Jim Flynn (Wellesley, MA) and his children Sam, Abby and Hannah; David Flynn (Tampa, FL) and his son Brian; and Allyson Flynn (Wethersfield, CT) and her daughters Meghan and Kiera. She is survived by her sister Eileen Sturm (Wheatridge, CO). She is predeceased by her daughter-in-law Kathryn Flynn, brother and sisterin-law Peter and Ethel Lorusso, and brother-inlaw Lou Sturm. Norma graduated from Sacred Heart Academy in New Haven, CT. She attended nursing school at the Foundling Hospital of New York. After completing her training

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Coginchaug Regional Honor Roll Grade 11, high honors: Andrew Abely, Caleb Baker, Chris Barrett, Dalton Bates, Zoe Carpentino, Marina Chanthinith, Ethan Covello, Joseph DePaolo, Jenna DePonte, Katherine Farr, Serena Fournier, Grace Gaffey, Monica Garbacz, Colin Glidden, Hayden Gonzales, Arianna Holahan, Tatum Hultgren, Braden Johnson, Owen Lussier, El Milidantri, Siena Monthei, Malone O’Sullivan, Melana O’Sullivan, Jayson Penney, Nadia Piascik, Mia Poturnicki, Chloe Shafir, Ethan Sirois, Elizabeth Sorensen, Allison Strang, Julia Talbert-Slagle, Catherine Taylor, Tyler Warner, Christine Waterman, Hope Wondolowski, Allyson Woodward; honors: Holly Brunelle, Ethan Bufford-Cournoyer, Samantha Miltenberger, Angelina Monarca, Shannon Moore, Luke Paulson, Emma Samperi, Jaide Stach, Conor Ullman. Grade 12, high honors: Kaden Atwell, Carly Benbow, Cayden Bernard, Benjamin Carroll, Ava Carusone, Elliana Castiglia, Lucien Charest, Lila Craig, Emma DeCaprio, Kaleigh DeCaprio, Ava Dell’Orfano, Leo DiLeone, Katerina DiNallo, Madalena DiPentima, Tyler Fusco, Olivia Herrington, Davin Hettrick, Grace Hinsch, Christopher Hoyecki, Jack Huscher, Zachary Infeld, Janna Jose, Tyler Kobus, Rachel Kosienski, Alicia Lowry, Jeremy Mangiameli, Ava Marenna, Morgan Messner, Taylor Milardo, Colin Murphy, Nora O’Connell, Logan Palardy, Kareena Patel, Samantha Paul, Alex Paulson, Kailey Pietrzyk, Gage Rovelli, Zackery Ryer, Catherine Sawka, Rachel Sorensen, Rebecca Tobin, Anthony Toth, Jenna Ulizio, Leah Wagner, Mekhi Watson, Medori Wheatley, Samuel Whittle, Connor Willett, Alyssa Woodward; honors: Jason Adams, Emma Anderson, Elizabeth Carroll, Amanda Case, Evan Clancy, Hailey Curry, William Dalles, Anthony Davoren, Myles Kroher, Henry Leiler, Erin Machnik, Faith Melillo, Vincent Quijano, Alanna Rondinone, Inari Staron, Nicole Stevens, Sydnee Stone, Ethan Tsolis, Kayla Wickham.

In Brief Fundraising event Cat Tales will present its Annual Cats in the Castle fundraiser Saturday, Aug. 27, 6 to 10 p.m., at the Aqua Turf Club, Plantsville. The event, a benefit for homeless cats and kittens, includes appetizers, dinner, beer and wine,

desserts, silent auctions, and more. For ticket information, visit cattalesct.org/citc/.

Monthly Tag Sale Notre Dame Church, 272 Main St., Durham, will host a tag sale Saturday, July 2, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Rain or shine.

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Coginchaug Regional High School named the following students to its honor roll for the fourth quarter: Grade 9, high honors: Eli Aitken, Emily Allen, Josephine Belisle, Joseph Calamita, Ruby Cella, Morgan Cesario, Colton Climie, William DeCarlo, Scarlett Doyle, Breanna Drzewi, Sophie Farr, Andrew Fazzone-Chettiar, Liam Fitzpatrick, Etta Funke, Caleb General, Marissa Inglis, Paige Kaliszewski, Ashley Kijewski, Hailey Kijewski, Sadie Kobus, Brooke Konefal, Ethan Kowal, Sophie Kulas, Lauren Kurtin, Annika Liss, Tessa Lussier, Addison Martin, April Meneses, Ember Merrill, Lily Montemurro, Hannah Nelson, Elizabeth Nick, Julia Palo, Hazel Palo-Mack, Emily Parmelee, Estella Perez, Luke Poturnicki, Alec Rodrigue, Claire Roraback, Charity Skinner, Cailyn Smolley, Ryan Sullivan, Jack Tobin, Alexandra Vestergaard, Isabelle Weissberg, Chase Willett, Cole Wright, Winifred Zhou; honors: Shiloh Aceto, Wasim Chater, Bradford Dragan, Rebecca Ebunola, Graham Eddinger, Brianna Gerardi, Declan Kelly, Jack Martin, Nicholas Piscitelli, Teighan Taylor, Liam Ullman, Elizabeth Zito. Grade 10, high honors: Riley Biro, Henry Bugai III, Hailey Carey, Faith Corona, Tiana DiLeone, Isabella DiResta, Autumn Fisher, Carter Fudge, Rio Geyser, Grace Harkins, Natalie Hayward, Rachel Hayward, Norah Healy, Sofia Hurlbert, Kayla Kearns, Paige Konopka, Serra LeDuc, Kevin Lee, Jason Letourneau, Lilliana Mach, Abigail Meliso, Claire Overton, Devan Patel, Diya Patel, Nathaniel Pongetti, Corey Quincy, Jake Raney, Piper Remillard, Sophia Reny, Roberto Rivera, Margaret Ross, Justin Rowe, Kristin Ryan, Max Scirocco, Nicholas Smith, Sophia Stephan, Molly Stoetzle, Sawyer Stone, Allison Vigue, Ian Weissberg, Christos Wheatley, Clayton Wiseman, Alexandra Woznyk; honors: Ava Alonso, John Carafeno, Jack Franceschet, Ryan Fusco, Mark Melillo, Jason Newberry, Albert Turman.

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The Durham Farmers Market has returned for its 14th season. The popular market is held on the town green Thursdays through the end of October. It runs from 3 to 6:30 p.m. In addition to its array of vendors, the market features live music and a 5 p.m. storytime for the little

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Free concert Crash Cart will perform Friday, July 1, 6:30 to 8 p.m., at Peckham Park. Prior to the concert, community members are invited to an Open Mic from 5:30 to 6:15 p.m. Food will be available for purchase.

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The Durham Public Library received a grant to provide young patrons a series of rotating, dramatic play stations to develop language and literacy skills. The Coginchaug Area Transition received a second year of funding to continue educating the community about the need to compost, including a more active role by the local transfer station.

Two grants were awarded to projects at Memorial School. The first will have fifth graders working with a “teaching artist” on poetry writing, creating books to collect the poetry and shar-

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The high school also received two grants. One will provide pre-calculus/ robotics classes opportunities to learn about the science of materials and biomedical engineering disciplines, while establishing an open design studio. The other grant was awarded to the CRHS Eco Club. Its members will learn about pollinator habitats and then revitalize an outdoor garden by adding native plants to attract pollinators.

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Finally, Durham/Middlefield Youth and Family Services will use its grant funds to develop and run a summer STEM program that will include science, technology, engineering, art and math opportunities and activities for youngsters age 7 to 13.

Each week they gather behind Rovers Lodge in Middlefield starting at 10 a.m. This program, started in 2019, helps support veterans with PTSD and physical disabilities, and their supporters.

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Now in their 14th year of awarding grants to the community, CVEF has funded 123 grants, totaling $175,000.

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Items sought Donations are needed for Notre Dame Church’s monthly tag sales. Items can be dropped off at 272 Main St., Garage No. 1; simply open the door. The church is not accepting furniture, car seats, cribs, mattresses or oversized items.

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Another grant went to the Coginchaug Valley Community Band, which has been sidelined for several years. Bandmembers will perform two concerts annually.

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On the grounds of the library, the Mid-Lea Garden Club will be using grant funds to refurbish the Shakespeare Garden, both through plantings and presentations about the bard.

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Community Center Meals program. As of Monday, June 27, the Monday and Wednesday meals program will be held at the United Churches of Durham, 228 Main St. Meals will be served at this location until Korn School is made available. Call Morgan Perry at 860-349-3153 by Wednesday of each week.

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Bus trips. Wednesday, July 6, Connecticut River Museum and lunch at Griswold Inn; Wednesday, July 13, Mohegan Sun Casino; Wednesday, July 20, shopping at Cromwell Walmart; Wednesday, July 27, Mohegan Sun Casino. To reserve your seat, contact Middletown Area Transit at 860346-0212, press 2.

Let us make your next celebration fun and memorable!

Christmas in July. Friday, July 15. Join us for lunch, bring a grab bag gift. RSVP by calling 860-349-7121. Celebrate National Ice Cream Month. Wednesday, July 13. Make your own sundae. RSVP by calling 860349-7121. Knit2gether. Thursdays, 9:30 a.m. New knitters and crocheters welcome. Set-Back, Bridge. Set-Back, Tuesdays at 1 p.m.; Bridge, Thursdays at 12:30 p.m. Food bank. Open Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., by appointment only. Dial-a-Ride. This is a curbto-curb service for people in our community. The cost is $7 for round-trip transportation. For more information, call Middletown Area Transit, 860-346-0212.

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Senior Center Book Club. Tuesday, July 12 at 2 p.m. The title is “A Gentleman in Moscow” by Amor Towles.

Scavenger hunt. Find all the sea creatures hidden in the Children’s Department. Kids Tag Sale. Saturday, July 9 at 10 a.m. Only kids can sell, but anyone can buy. Register at durhamlibrary.org. Teen Book Box. Sign up to receive a monthly Book Box. ADULT PROGRAMS Movie Matinee. Thursday, July 7 at 2 p.m. “House of Gucci.” No registration required.

Introduction to Bass Fishing. Thursday, July 14 at 6 p.m. Register at durhamlibrary.org. Drop-in Mahjong. Tuesdays, 2 to 4 p.m. For novices or pros. If you have a Mahjong set, please bring it.

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Food database. Explore food culture and traditional recipes from around the country. This exciting new resource contains more than 2,000 state, regional and ethnic recipes as well as historical articles and an ingredients section. The database is accessible in the library, or from home with your library card. Summer reading. The 2022 Adult & Teen Summer Reading Program began June 27. Earn points by participating in library-related activities. Reach 400 points to be entered in a drawing for the grand prize. Forms must be submitted by Aug. 25.

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Book Club. Monday, July 11 at 6:30 p.m. The title is “The Guncle” by Steven Rowley. Register at durhamlibrary.org.

Thursday Night Book Club. Thursday, July 28 at 5 p.m. The title is “Daisy Jones & the Six” by Taylor Jenkins Reid.

The Star Dance Academy difference is that we don’t just share a passion for dance, we share a passion for dance for our community. As a 2-year award winning “Best Dance School,” we pride ourselves in providing the highest quality instruction in a safe and fun environment for students ages 2 years old to adults for the most affordable prices. We want everyone to have the opportunity to dance with us from summer camps to adult exercise classes to our variety of dance classes that run throughout the season. We strive to instill a sense of family in everything we do and would love for more people to join our dance family at our new studio!

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In Brief Summer at the Museum From July 1 to Sept. 5, Connecticut children age 18 and under plus one accompanying Connecticut resident adult can visit participating museums free of charge through the Connecticut Summer at the Museum program. Participating museums have discretion to administer the program to the best of their ability and according to their needs. This program is geared towards families exploring together, not large camp groups. Connecticut Summer at the Museum is made possible through an investment from the federal COVID-19 recovery funding Connecticut is receiving from the American Rescue Plan Act. The program is administered by the Connecticut Department of Economic and Community

Development’s Office of the Arts in partnership with Connecticut Humanities.

Pink Walk The Susan G. Komen More than Pink Walk will take place Oct. 22 at Bushnell Park in Hartford. Register at komen.org/connecticutwalk. Susan G. Komen is the world’s leading nonprofit breast cancer organization, working to save lives and end breast cancer forever.

CTPrepares The CTPrepares mobile app provides information and alerts in emergency situations, and incorporates text messaging, email, and social networking. Also, the app allows residents to communicate with family members during an emergency.

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In Brief Library survey

Peck Lane. Picnic tickets are $15. Contact Salvatore Zarra at 203-390-9684 or salapalooza@gmail.com.

The Durham Public Library is developing a new strategic plan to guide the library over The New Britain High the next three to five years. School Class of 1971 will As part of that process, the hold its 50th reunion Sept. Library Board is seeking 17 at Indian Hill Country feedback from the commuClub in Newington. nity about library services Classmates should email and community needs. A nbhsclassof71.50yrs@ gmail. community survey will be com or call 860-798-3265. available through Aug. 5.

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For more information or a link to the survey, visit durhamlibrary.org.

Class reunions

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The Cheshire High School Class of 1982 will mark its 40-year reunion Saturday, July 16 at the Manor Inn Restaurant, 1636 MeridenWaterbury Turnpike, Milldale. Tickets are $75 and include a deluxe buffet and 4hour open bar.

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PRESIDENTIAL SPEECHES

Along with fireworks and parades, remarks from the country’s president remain one of the traditions of the summer holiday known as the Fourth of July informally and Independence Day officially. Marking the day the Continental Congress formally adopted the Declaration of Independence, our country’s leaders often use this occasion to speak on the themes of liberty and unity. Here are a few quotes from presidential remarks that are often referenced as among the most eloquent.

John F. Kennedy, 1962: “For 186 years this doctrine of national independence has shaken the globe — and it remains the most powerful force anywhere in the world today. There are those struggling to eke out a bare existence in a barren land who have never heard of free enterprise, but who cherish the idea of independence. There are those who are grappling with overpowering problems of illiteracy and ill-health and who are ill-equipped to hold free elections. But they are determined to hold fast See Speeches, A17

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Let us help you find the perfect place to eat.

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Whether it’s a celebration, date night, or just grabbing a bite to eat, this list of local restaurants is sure to satisfy your taste buds.

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Jason Jakubowski, CEO and president of Connecticut Foodshare, said the nonGov. Ned Lamont anprofit continues to see the nounced Tuesday that he effect of the COVID-19 panhas signed a public health demic “every single day.” He emergency declaration that said the lines to Foodshare will allow the state to contin- have started to increase ue to receive supplemental again in the last few months. support from the federal “The crisis is not over, and I government. applaud the governor for The declaration means the making that declaration earstate will continue to receive lier today,” he said. “We are an extra $34 million through still in the middle of a crisis the Supplemental Nutrition here, both in the state of Assistance Program every Connecticut and across the month, said Deirdre Gifford, country.” commissioner of the DepartJakubowksi said the food ment of Social Services. bank can only do so much Gifford said the state has for the residents of Condistributed about $748 milnecticut, and the Supplelion to SNAP recipients. mental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) should be The support will continue until Dec. 15, unless the fed- the “first line of defense” against food insecurity in the eral government decides to end the program before that. state. Lamont said the only reason Connecticut Foodshare also has issues with reaching all he extended the public health emergency was so the who need it, he said. Some residents have a hard time state could “continue to going to food shares, so maximize the federal benefits we’re getting [for SNAP].” SNAP gives residents more discreet assistance. Gifford said SNAP serves “We’ve got this perpetual cyabout half a million Connecticut households and is a cle of this pandemic wreakcrucial program to the state. ing havoc on our society, and what ends up happen“SNAP doesn’t just benefit ing is people have to rely on individuals and families,” their benefits,” he said. Gifford said. “It benefits “By investing in SNAP and hugely our entire economy. by making sure that we exAccording to the USDA, for tend the emergency, we are every dollar in SNAP benein a position to be able to fits, [it] generates $1.50 in help people help themselves economic activity in the by going to the grocery communities where snap stores and having to rely less beneficiaries live.” on emergency sources such Lamont said he wanted to as ourselves,” Jakuboski said. make residents can get help during “these inflationary This story originally aptimes.” peared on the website of The “I’d like to think that this ex- Connecticut Mirror, www.cttra $35 a week for 200,000 mirror.org. families when they go in that grocery store is a little bit of GO MOBILE extra protection for those families as well,” Lamont /Classifieds said.

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