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9/11 victim’s family still seeks answers By Mary Ellen Godin Record-Journal staff

Brett Eagleson of Durham has become the voice for the 9/11 families who have fought relentlessly for answers and justice for their lost loved ones.

Ariah Mahoney, 1, of Chester, carries her purse filled with tomatoes while exploring the Lyman Orchards corn maze with mother Amanda Rasmussen on Tuesday, Sept. 14. The ’70s rock and roll-themed corn maze is open Monday through Friday, 1 to 6 p.m.; and Saturday, Sunday and holidays, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Photos by Dave Zajac

Lyman corn maze is a ‘blast from the past’ By Faith Williams Record-Journal staff

Lyman Orchards is inviting families to test their rock and roll knowledge while going through the 2021 corn maze. This year’s theme is “70’s rock and roll.”

metal,” the website reads. “The maze will be a blast from the past to a highly influential period if you lived through it.” “We wanted to do something that would be fun,” said John Lyman, owner of Lyman Orchards. “Once we got our theme, we

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Health director leaving By Devin Leith-Yessian Record-Journal staff

The director of the PlainvilleSouthington Regional Health District has resigned to accept a public health position in Florida. Lockwood

“I want to thank you all for the support over the years, I really ap-

preciate it,” Shane Lockwood told the Southington Town Council after delivering his last COVID-19 update during the Sept. 13 council meeting. According to Plainville Town Manager Robert Lee, Lockwood See Lockwood, A8

“It’s obviously a hard time of year for our family and thousands of other families around the country,” he said in early September. “The [9/ 11] anniversary compounds the sadness and pain, because here we have 20 years later, and the families still have not had justice, acBrett Eagleson stands in countability and closure.” Eagleson’s father — John Bruce Eagleson — worked for Westfield Management Corp. on the 17th floor of the south tower of the World Trade Center. Bruce, as he was known, was on a temporary assignment away from his duties as manager of Westfield Meriden Mall. He died helping 13 co-workers escape the burning building, before it eventually collapsed. Compounding the family’s pain, his remains have never been found. After seeking help from four presidential administrations, the Eaglesons and other 9/11 families hope the Biden administration will follow through with its promise to release the summary file from Operation Encore, a decade-long investigation into the role of the Saudi Arabian government in the terrorist attack. “We’re done with the sad

front of Coginchaug High School in Durham on Sept. 10. Brett was 15 years old and a sophomore at Coginchaug when he lost his dad, Bruce Eagleson, in the 9/11 attacks at the World Trade Center. Aaron Flaum, Record-Journal

stories,” Brett Eagleson said. “Now this is a story about being pissed off. They’ve never given us a good reason for withholding the documents.”

Awful realization Brett Eagleson was a sophomore at Coginchaug Regional High School entering his second period math class when he heard the news that two planes had crashed into the Twin Towers in Manhattan. “That’s when my heart just dropped,” he told the See 9/11, A2

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‘I’m going to come get you.’ I said, ‘OK.’”

American Airlines Flight 11 struck the north tower at 8:46 a.m. United Airlines Flight 175 hit the south tower at 9:03 a.m. Although a loudspeaker announcement in the south tower at 8:55 a.m. said the building was secure, one Westfield employee said Bruce Eagleson had started evacuating people before the tower was struck. Eagleson helped his coworkers to the stairwell, but he turned back to retrieve some two-way radios. His eldest son, Kyle, reached him on his cellphone and told him to leave the building. He promised he would, once he finished getting people out. That was the last his family heard from him. The south tower collapsed at 9:59 a.m., the north tower at 10:28 a.m.

“In light of evidence that Saudi officials may have aided and abetted the 911 attackers,” Blumenthal said, “there is documents and evidence the government has implicating the Saudis and they need it to have a fair day in court.” Blumenthal garnered bipartisan support to change the Foreign Sovereign Immuni-

But his tears soon turned to trepidation when he heard an office employee say that one of the towers had just fallen. Brett said the worker didn’t know his father was at the trade center. “Once I heard the news that the towers had fallen, that’s when I kind of knew that things weren’t good,” he said. “All I had known was that my dad survived the initial hit, and that he was there in the building, and the building was still standing and my brother had talked to him. He was working with people from the Port Authority and people from the Fire Department, helping coordinate the evacuation, but when I heard that the tower had fallen, I was very upset.”

Demanding answers

Working on memorial scholarships and other communiThat he went back for the raty projects helped the Eagledios “didn’t make me happy, son family get through the because I wish that he had dark years following the just got out,” Gail Eagleson death, but the mystery besaid in 2011. “You wouldn’t hind the government’s get the radios if you were knowledge of how the atwanting to walk down the tacks could have happened stairwell and get out. without help gnawed at the “I was angry for a long time, family. Gail Eagleson has for just a long time,” she compared it to a murder insaid. vestigation and has told media outlets that if her husGail Eagleson spoke to her band had died in Middleson Brett prior to the buildfield, she would have been ing collapse. able to see the case file. “She said they had talked to They started demanding anmy dad, and I started to cry swers from government offibecause I was so happy,” cials and sought help from Brett said. “And she said, U.S. Sen. Richard Blumen-

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ties Act, and led a successful effort to override President Barack Obama’s veto. His help cleared the way for the Eaglesons and other victim families to file a federal lawsuit to determine if Saudi Arabia can be held responsible for the attacks. “To get real justice, they need information kept secret by the U.S. government,” Blumenthal said. “It’s a matter of simple justice for them and the American people and the administration has given no reason why the information should be concealed.”

Brett Eagleson authored a letter to the Biden administration in August that was signed by more than 2,000 family members of 9/11. It stated the president was not welcome at the Ground Zero memorial unless he made good on his campaign promise to declassify the documents.

The Eagleson family continues to gather at 9/11 memorials in Middlefield and Middletown to remember Bruce Eagleson and others who perished.

that brings a lot of joy in our lives. The family is growing every year. We surround ourselves with family and have the support of the larger community.”

His three sons Kyle, Tim and Brett have children of their own and the family has expanded. “This is a tough time of year,” Brett Eagleson said. “It brings back memories. It’s always hard. We have a lot of grandchildren,

(Editor’s note: On Saturday, Sept. 11, following an executive order by President Joe Biden, the FBI started releasing documents related to the alleged Saudi role in the 9/11 attacks.) mgodin@record-journal.com

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In this photo provided by Brett Eagleson, Sept. 11th victim Bruce Eagleson stands with his children Kyle, Tim and Brett at a wedding in 1993.

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But Eagleson recognizes the U.S. relationship with the kingdom of Saudi Arabia and doesn’t know how much of the Operation Encore summary will be redacted. A 2004 probe did not publicly blame the Saudi government but said unofficial help from Saudi nationals could have aided the hijackers.

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Earlier this month, Biden took steps to release the documents and the family hopes to get the results. “We could see 50 to 60 percent redacted,” Brett Eagleson said. “We don’t know how genuine they are going to be. There is no justification to withhold that information. If there is information about Saudi Arabia, there is no reason the American people shouldn’t know that.”

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The ’70s rock and roll themed corn maze at Lyman Orchards in Middlefield is seen from above. Tickets are $10 for ages 13 and up, and $6 for ages 4 to 12.

Trivia questions are posted along the way in the corn maze at Lyman Orchards.

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Over 30 Years Experience Now Scheduling Winter Projects

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The Durham Farmers Market is held on the Town Green Thursdays from 3 to 6:30 p.m. It will continue through the end of November.

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GMChorale is comprised of a diverse group of individuals of all ages and walks of life who are united in their love of music and a desire to create community. Rehearsals are held Tuesday evenings, 7 to 9:30 p.m., at Bethany Lutheran Church, 50 Court St., Cromwell. For more information, and to inquire about joining, visit gmchorale.org, or contact New Member Coordinator Margie Livengood: margie.livengood@gmchorale.org, 860633-6198.

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The Golden Kielbasa Veterans Open, the state’s largest veterans charity golf event, returns to Tunxis Plantation Country Club in Farmington Friday, Oct. 8. To reserve a spot for your foursome, to sponsor the event, or for general questions, contact Dennis Buden at dennis.bu-

ment will be located at Veterans Memorial Park, 51 Lower Lane, in Berlin.

Seasonal vaccines

The Connecticut Gold Star Families Memorial Monu-

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Superintendent-Water The Town of Wallingford is seeking a highly qualified Manager to direct the technical and administrative work involved in the operation of the collection, storage, pumping, treatment and distribution systems of the Water Division. This position requires a bachelor’s degree from a recognized college or university in civil or sanitary engineering plus seven years of progressively responsible experience in the water utility field with at least five years of supervisory experience, or an equivalent combination of education and qualifying experience substituting on a yearfor-year basis. Must possess and maintain a valid State of Connecticut Department of Public Health Class II Water Distribution System Operator Certification or be able to obtain the same within 6 months of hire. Must possess and maintain a valid State of Connecticut Driver’s License. Salary; $ 94,207 - $ 120,532 (annually). Apply to: Department of Human Resources, Town of Wallingford, 45 South Main Street, Wallingford, CT 06492. Application materials can be emailed to wlfdhr@ wallingfordct.gov. Application forms will be mailed upon request by calling the Department of Human Resources, (203) 294-2080 or may be downloaded from the Department of Human Resources Web Page. Fax#: (203) 294-2084. The closing date for applicaitons will be October 21, 2021. EOE

Town of Cheshire invites qualified candidates to apply for FT, 35 hr/ wk position. See the Town’s web site at www. cheshirect.org for additional information including job description & how to apply. Current starting rate under an expired contract is $35.53/hour. Those applying must have an MLS from an ALA accredited school of library/information science & at least 3 years of relevant experience. Applications must be received NLT than 10/8/21. Town of Cheshire is an EEOE, M/F/D/V.

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P/T (10hrs/wk), must be reliable with a valid driver’s license, clean record. Some lifting required including ice chests. Apply in person between 8-5, M-F at EML, Inc., 59 No. Plains Industrial Road, Wallingford.

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REGISTERED NURSES

Wallingford Public Schools is seeking substitute nurses for all grade levels. $185.00 day. As needed basis. Please visit our website @ www.wallingford.k12. ct.us to complete our online application. EOE

Need to Earn Income ASAP? Earn up to $1,200 mo. + Tips! The perfect and easiest part time job - Newspaper Delivery Routes Available - Earn up to $600.00 every Two weeks +Tips (Depending on area)

Routes available in the following towns: MIDDLETOWN, MERIDEN, NEW BRITAIN AND WALLINGFORD Must be 18 or older. Must have valid drivers license, reliable vehicle and be available early mornings. Make extra cash before you go to work making early morning newspaper deliveries using your own vehicle. NO experience necessary. Must able to deliver early mornings, 7 days a week. MUST be dependable, and be able to read a route list with specific delivery instructions. We will demonstrate the route to you. Routes average 1.5 to 3 hours daily. No collections required.

Whether it is a lost ring, wallet or a Parrot named Oliver, a Classified ad can help track it down.

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Not Temp Work. Retirees, Stay at Home Mom’s, and Veterans are also welcome to apply. Make extra cash to pay rent, mortgage, bills, save money, or a great vacation.

Text or call Peter at 860-846-0216 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and start as soon as tomorrow morning.

The Wallingford Electric Division is seeking a highly responsible individual to direct and assign the work related to the installation, maintenance, repair, inspection and operation of all facilities and equipment within the division’s substations. This position requires a high school, trade/vocational school diploma or a GED, plus six (6) years of experience in the maintenance and operation of electric utility substations and/ or utility grade protection and control systems. Two (2) years of college-level education or advanced training in a related field may substitute for two (2) years of the experience requirement. Must possess and maintain a valid Protective Switching and Tagging Procedures certification from CONVEX or other approved agency or obtain same within six (6) months of hire. Must possess and maintain a valid State of Connecticut motor vehicle operator’s license. Wages: $ 42.77 – $ 45.83 (hourly) Apply to: Department of Human Resources, Town of Wallingford, 45 South Main Street, Wallingford, CT 06492. Application materials can be emailed to wlfdhr@ wallingfordct.gov. Application Forms will be mailed upon request by calling the Department of Human Resources, (203) 294-2080 or may be downloaded from the Department of Human Resources Web Page. Fax #: (203)294-2084. The closing date will be October 19, 2021. EOE

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Maintenance workers needed for the Wallingford Public Schools to work the 2:00 P.M. to 10 P.M. shift. Hourly rate: $19.49 to $24.46 hourly MATERIALS plus shift differential. CASH PAID For any DISTRIBUTION Requires some experiToyota any condition, Screened Topsoil $25/ ence in building mainterunning or not, crashed per yd; Sand-$15 per nance work. The closing okay. Will take other yd; Millings-$20 per yd; date for applications is makes and models. Screened Millings $30 September 29, 2021 or (203) 600-4431. per yd; Clean Fill $8 the date we receive the per yd: $100 minimum TOP CASH PAID fiftieth (50) application For Junk or unwanted delivery. No pickup truck whichever occurs first. service. Minimum 16 yd Apply: Human Resourc- vehicles, Toyota’s etc. es Department, Town of Please call Mike @ 203- pickup at our yard. Call Jim @ 860-982-4819 for 284-8562 8am-5pm. Wallingford, 45 South delivery Main Street, Wallingford, CT 06492. Forms will PREMIUM Boats and Motors be mailed upon request SCREENED from the Department 2006 BAYLINER - 200 TOPSOIL hp inboard engine, of Human Resources $25/yard delivered, 20’ waterskiing boat, or may be downloaded $15,000 value on sale 3 yd, $100 min. delivery from the Department of for $13,500. Can be Call Jim 860-982-4819 Human Resources Web seen on Lake Beseck. . Top Soil . Compost . Page. Phone # (203) (860) 349-0844. . Wood Chips . 294-2080 Fax # (203) FOR SALE. Catering to Apartments For 294-2084. EOE. small deliveries. Call Bob Rent (203) 415-0723 RESTORATION MERIDEN - 1 BR, 1 BA, COMPANY 787 N. Colony Rd., no Wood Fuel Heating Looking for two positions pets, no utils., 1 mos. Equipment - Carpenter and Carpenrent + 1 mos. sec. (203) TREE LENGTH 213-2352. ter’s helper. Carpenter FIREWOOD should be experienced in rough and finish CALL FOR DETAILS Condos For Sale carpentry. Both need to 203-238-2149 be reliable, able to take BERLIN - Open House direction, have transporSunday, 1-4, 23 HonWanted To Buy eysuckle Court, Ranch tation to and from work Condo, 1,401 sq.ft., 1,2,3 Items or an Estate and a clean driving regated communi$$$ CASH $$$ cord. Serious applicants ty, JUST REDUCED Todd Shamock can call 203-239-9600 $239,900. Call Flo, Estate Sale Service for more information. (860) 539-7827. Costume Jewelry, Antiques, Dolls, Toys, Furniture Paintings,Meriden Items 203-494-1695 FLORAL CHAIR - 43” W, w/Ottoman, 28x22”. AARON’S BUYING $125. o.b.o. Sage Old Machinist Tools, Couch 88” L & LoveLathes, BenchTools, seat 63” L, $600 o.b.o. Hand Tools & more. Photos upon request. 203-272-3316. (203) 525-0608.

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The Town of Wallingford’s Sewer Division is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Maintainer II to perform skilled sanitary sewer construction and maintenance repair work for the sewage collection system, including its appurtenances. The position requires 3 years employment in a field related to heavy sewer construction work of which 2 years shall have involved a special skill in operating manual and mechanical equipment, or an equivalent combination of experience and training substituting on a year-for-year basis. $26.16 to $31.18 hourly plus an excellent benefits package. Apply to: Department of Human Resources, Town of Wallingford, 45 South Main Street, Wallingford, CT 06492. Application materials can be emailed to wlfdhr@wallingfordct. gov. Application forms will be mailed upon request by calling the Department of Human Resources, (203) 294-2080 or may be downloaded from the Department of Human Resources’ Web Page. Fax #: (203) 294-2084. The closing date for applications will be the date the 25th application or resume is received or October 12, 2021, whichever occurs first. EOE.

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Honda Generator EM5000 is a 5000w running 7000w surge generator, Maintained by Midstate Equipment, $1,250; New desk and office chair, $300; 2 Kenmore ACs 8K BTUs, $150 & 15K BTUs, $250; Galaxy Freezer, 27”Wx34”H, Free Standing great cond., $100; wrought iron bar (38”Lx14”W) w/ wicker storage baskets, & 2 bistro wicker chairs, $150; outdoor patio table w/ 4 chairs, $100. Fullsize black bed frame w/drawers & matching dresser, $300. (860) 829-7739.

Wanted To Buy ALWAYS BUYING CASH PAID Vintage Electronics, Musical Instruments, Amps, Ham Equipment, HiFi, Radios, CB, Guitars, Audio Equipment, Antiques. 860-707-9350

ALWAYS BUYING OLD TOOLS - Wanted old, used, and antique woodworking hand tools. Machinist, woodworking, engraving, workbench hand tools and tool chests. Fair and friendly offers made in your home. Please call with confidence Cory (860) 322-4367. 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. BUYING MACHINIST TOOLBOXES - Tools & tooling, contents of machine shops, home workshops and small lathes. Call anytime 860-985-5760

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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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Repairs, Decks & Porches, Sheetrock & Taping Water Damage Repairs. Free Est. Ins. MC & Visa. Call Bill (203) 901-2136. CT. Reg. # 0647093

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