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New year, new job for Parker By Nadya Korytnikova Town Times
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A $2.15 million bridge replacement project in Durham is expected to begin in the spring of 2023. The state Department of Transportation will replace a deteriorating 84-year-oldbridge that carries Route 69 (Wallingford Road) over Saw Mill Brook. The DOT held a public information meeting on the project recently. During a biannual inspection of the bridge in Sept. 2018, DOT officials said they noticed some cracks along the abutments and wing walls, which support the bridge. The new bridge will have the existing roadway horizontal alignment but the profile will be slightly raised to improve stopping sight distance. The bridge roadway will be widened to 34 feet to accommodate a 12-foottravel lane and a 5-foot shoulder in each direction. The bridge does not carry an official name and is referred to by DOT officials as Bridge No. 02442. The new bridge is expected to be completed in 2023 before the Durham Fair in September. The estimated cost of the project is $2.15 million, which will be paid for with 80 percent federal funds and 20 percent state funds. No town funding is required. See Bridge, A11
In June of 2020, Bob Mueller, right, and Allan Poole opened Trees to Tables workshop where they turn locally-cut trees into furniture pieces. Photo courtesy of Bob Mueller
Woodworking duo give toppled trees a ‘second life’ By Nadya Korytnikova Town Times
Don't be sad next time you see an old tree coming down. Thanks to two local woodworkers, it might not be thrown into a landfill or ground into wood chips. Allan Poole and Bob Mueller are committed to giving the tree a second life at their Trees to Tables workshop on 11 Old Indian Trail in Middlefield. They utilize trees that have been cut down by the towns of Durham, Middlefield, Middletown, or Haddam, and turn them into furniture pieces.
Allan Poole spent three years designing and building his computer numerical control machine, which he uses to cut and polish wood slabs.
also make custom pieces upon request. They work “We just repurpose stuff with slabs of ancient oaks, maples, ashes, beeches, that would’ve been otherwise ground into saw- and other native species. dust. Most of these trees One of their river tables was crafted out of a 120are too big to even be year-old copper beech cut into firewood,” said that once grew next to the Mueller. United Churches of Durham but had to be Poole and Mueller specialize in live-edge tables taken down after it beand river tables, but will came diseased.
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“The tables here are made from 106- to 269-year-old trees,” said Mueller. “It’s not just wood. People knew these trees, they were part of someone’s childhood.” The trunk of each ancient tree can generate from 10 to 15 tables. To accommodate the trunk’s broad diSee Woodworking, A12
The next session of the Connecticut state legislature is scheduled to begin on Wednesday, Jan. 6, and John-Michael Parker is ready to get to work for the residents of Madison and Durham. “We need the government to be a source of good in our lives,” said Parker, a Democrat, who will Parker represent the 101st District. “We need it to make sure we are happy, safe, well-supported, and have opportunities to succeed.” Parker, who defeated Republican incumbent Noreen Kokoruda in November, advocates for accessible health-care, mental health resources, gun violence prevention, pay equity, full reproductive rights for women, environmental protections, paid family leave, senior services, veterans programs and an education system that prepares students to “excel in today’s economy.” “I really want people to feel like I am here to listen to them, serve, and represent them,” said Parker. “I really want to encourage folks in Durham and Madison to reach out to me at any time. My doors are always open.” See Parker, A5
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If you find yourself with a few minutes to spare after presents have been unwrapped and dinner dishes have been put away, here is some fun Christmas trivia to share with your family: What is the original name for Santa Claus? Sinterklass, Sint-Nicolaas or St. Nick. Who sang the original Rudolph the Red-nosed Reindeer? Gene Autry. He made it No. 1 in 1949. What might be featured at Christmas dinner on American tables in 1959? There often was: French onion soup, holiday duckling with orange stuffing, cranberry sauce, mushroom wild rice, almond green beans, gala fruit wreath, Parkerhouse rolls, butter, assorted cheese and crackers, hot coffee. Alternatives: salad apple ring, brown-and-serve fantans and candle cake. Where did the quirky tradition of placing a pickle on the Christmas tree come from? Germany. In the 1880s, glass ornaments sent to the U.S. from Germany often featured fruits and vegetables. Tradition holds that those who find the pickle on the tree get an extra present.
Howd Road home shines brightest By Nadya Korytnikova Town Times
Santa Claus at Capital City Mall in Lower Allen Township, Pa., on Wednesday, Nov. 11. Dan Gleiter, The Patriot-News via AP
What are four plants associated with Christmas? Holly, mistletoe, poinsettia and ivy. Who wrote "Grandma Got Run Over by a Reindeer"? Randy Brooks, in 1979. The animated movie came out in 2019. What are Christmas crackers? A tradition in England, crackers are cardboard tubes stuffed with sweets and small toys. The crackers have ties at each end. Two people pull at the ties, the cracker makes a loud bang as it breaks open, spilling the treats inside. A paper hat and a poem are often found inside as well. Where does the “X” in Christmas come from and what does it mean?
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The Woodfords’ festive front yard at 59 Howd Road is illuminated by a number of colorful lighted figures, including Santa and Rudolph. The display also includes deer, a fire truck, a dragon, and much more. The biggest eyecatcher, however, is a bright 19-foot-long “Merry Christmas” sign, which sits atop the roof.
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“During these hard times, we just really want to bring some holiday spirit back into everyone's lives,” said Avian. “We get joy out of people driving by and honking their horns. It’s nice to see people smile.” Brian added, “Even with all the break-ins and everything that is happening around the town, it’s good to be removed from that negativity and have some normalcy in your life.”
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The couple also hung a large stocking – with care, of course – by the driveway, encouraging people to drop off non-perishable food items and animal feed, which will be donated.
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Correction: Strong Middle School eighth grader Lauren Kurtin earned high honors in the first quarter.
Durham Boy Scout Troop 270 has announced its annual Christmas Tree Pick Up schedule. The troop will remove trees Saturday, Jan. 2 and 9 in the Durham, Middlefield and Rockfall area. To schedule a pick up, email Troop270DurhamCT@ aol.com or call 860-3490454. Donations are greatly appreciated.
College planning The School Counseling Office at Coginchaug Regional High School will host its annual Junior College Planning Night virtually Thursday, Jan. 14 at 6:30 p.m. for juniors and their parents/ guardians. A representative from Quinnipiac University will present an overview of the college search and admissions process, and the School Counseling Department will discuss the application process. The meeting will take place via Google Meet. A link will be provided closer to the date. Call 860-349-7221 with questions.
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Hey Red, I’ll have my ear to the ceiling Dear Rudolph, It was so nice to hear from you. I’m sorry I haven’t written sooner, but I have been –
well, I will not lie – not doing much of anything. I have no excuse. But anyhoooooo, here we are.
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As a community, we want our schools open. Students learn better in class and they need to be with others their age. Schools want to be open, teachers want to teach live and are most effective that way. We have worked See Carr, A7 hard to prevent in-school transmission.
am trying not to whine too much, but so far I have not been too successful with that. I imagine you and the other reindeer will be sleeping in on Christmas Day, after your all-nighter.
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71 new COVID cases reported Durham and Middlefield – like nearly all other Connecticut municipalities – are in the coronavirus red zone. The color coded status for cities and towns represents two weeks of cases. The trigger for red status starts at a rate of 15 cases per 100,000 people per day.
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House Minority Leader Themis Klarides, R-Derby. Neither leader sought reelection.
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Parker launched his political career in 2018, when he first ran against Kokoruda. “I want to make sure that Madison and Durham are places where seniors can afford to retire, where young families can afford to buy their first house, enroll their kids in school, and start a business,” he said. “I want to fight for these things today as much as I wanted in 2018.”
Republican Donna Veach will take over the 30th District seat currently held by Aresimowicz, and Democrat Mary Welander won Klarides’ seat in the 114th.
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Austin Daniel Monette Christopher and Stephanie (Wilcox) Monette, of West Brookfield, Mass., are excited to announce the arrival of their son, Austin Daniel Monette. Austin arrived on Sept. 14, 2020. He was welcomed by his brother, Liam, and sister, Valerie.
59 Howd Road (above, bottom right) took first place in the 2020 Holiday House Decorating Contest. Photos by Brian Woodford
Proud maternal grandparents are Dan and Cindy Wilcox, of Middlefield and Essex; and paternal grandparents, Warren and Roberta Monette, of Spencer, Mass. Also celebrating Austin’s arrival are his maternal aunt and uncle, Dee Wilcox and AJ Harriger; and cousins Adelaide, Sylas, Elias and Tobias Wilcox-Harriger, and paternal aunts and uncles, Victoria and Sean Houlihan and Anthony and Ashley Monette and cousins Maverick, Angelina and Montgomery.
‘Peace on Earth’ signs In an effort to spread a message of kindness and hope, while also raising money to support its outreach efforts, the Durham Lions Club began selling winter-themed yard signs depicting a white dove and “Peace on Earth” message. For a donation of $25 or more, the club will deliver the sign to residents of Durham, Middlefield and Rockfall. Those who live outside of these areas are asked to pick up the sign at 414 Blue Hills Road. All proceeds will go towards the club’s efforts to aid local organizations and individuals in need.
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The Woodfords began decorating two weeks before Thanksgiving, and with the help of Brian’s father, Brian Sr., and friend Michael Russo, they finished just in time ro participate in the contest. For Brian, decorations are a warm reminder of childhood. He recalled the excitement he felt as a boy whenever he spotted Christmas lights. Now he wants others to feel that same joy when passing by his house. In total, 18 homes were entered in the decorating contest. Five Recreation Committee members judged the entrants on creativity, originality, completeness, and the all-important “wow factor.”
The club started the project to help make up for the loss of its major fundraisers — the Durham Fair and comedy show — both of which were canceled after the virus outbreak. To purchase a sign, mail your check for “Durham Lions Club,” to 414 Blue Hills Road, Durham. Or PayPal money to durhamlionsct@ gmail.com. Use the same email to send your delivery address. If picking up the sign, call 860-214-0278.
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Second place went to 29 Oak Terrace, and third went to 88 Madison Road. The Top 5 was rounded out by 36 Ridge Road and 35 James Road E. Recreation Director Sherry Hill believes the contest is a perfect outdoor activity in this time of COVID-19. “We went out-of-the-box and we started brainstorm-
ing how we can bring the holiday cheer this year in spite of the pandemic. I don’t know why we didn't think of this great idea before,” said Hill. “Our committee members had a great time evaluating the contestants; every house had something unique to offer.” nkorytnikova@ record-journal.com 203-317-2444 Twitter: @n_korytnikova
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Durham and 44.0 in Middlefield per 100,000 people.
As of Dec. 17, the total number of laboratoryconfirmed and probable COVID-19 cases reported among Connecticut residents was 162,782, including 153,203 laboratory-confirmed and 9,579 probable cases. One thousand one hundred sixty-seven patients were hospitalized with laboratoryconfirmed COVID-19. And there had been 5,581 COVID-19-associated deaths. COVID-19 symptoms can include cough, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, fever or chills, muscle or body aches, sore throat, headache, nausea or vomiting, diarrhea, runny nose or stuffy nose, fatigue and loss of taste or smell.
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probably already told you that, but I think it bears repeating. Because I want you to know how much I am looking forward to the visit on Christmas Eve from you and Santa. I am longing for some socialization. I promise not to keep you all for too long, as there are many children waiting for their toys. We’ll just call it a scheduled break.
make sure that he does not double up on the cookies at his next stop, to make up for From A4 it. I know you will be up on Have you found Dancer yet? the roof and will not have a If you see a pile of snow with front row seat, but if he seems to be taking longer antlers sticking out of it, I than usual, I think it would would guess that is him. Maybe, as his name implies, be safe to assume that he is he’s off dancing somewhere. chowing down on some delectable goodies. Although offhand I do not know of any dance studios You crack me up. Pilates! that are open. I did hear that Oh, maybe that’s where he does a mean tango. Dancer is. Maybe he found some extra Pilates classes I can sympathize with you, my friend, having to lug our and is getting in shape for jolly old elf around all night. the long haul you all have ahead of you. Or working As you mentioned, his girth has been steadily expanding, out at the gym. You really and forgive me for saying so, can’t be too fit now, can but you and the gang are not you?
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getting any younger. Or are you? With all the magic that is sure to be floating around in the North Pole, maybe reindeer age backwards. Please tell me how to do that!
I heard that you and Santa have been wiling away the hours with a rousing game of checkers. And Scrabble. And Twister. That last one gives you a fair advantage, as you have four legs, as opOkay, back to the business at posed to Santa’s two, with hand. I am glad you like the which to land on the various healthy snacks I will have for colored circles. I think it comes close to cheating. Santa. The Missus has been a tad worried about his Well, in light of present-day cholesterol levels. Rudolph, I circumstances, I only go to am going to trust you to work and shopping. I know I
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“Please note that the schedule at this point is preliminary and is predicated on the availability of the funding,” said DOT Project Engineer Susan Morneault. During the reconstruction, a flagging crew will alternate one-way traffic in the work zone. Drivers can also expect temporary roadway closure.
“The majority of construction is going to be per-
formed while the traffic can cross the bridge. There will be an occasional road closure at the project site for certain tasks but we don't expect these road closures to be of any significant amount of time,” said Michael Woods, senior engineer at BL Companies. The public comment period will be open through Jan. 1, 2021. If you would like to share your comments, concerns, or ask questions, send an email to DOTProject0037-0103@ct.gov or leave a voicemail at 860-9441111.
The current state of the bridge.
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Mueller added, “After this accident, Alan was looking for an extra hand, and that was me.”
ameter, Poole built a large computer numerical control machine, which cuts and polishes slabs up to 16 feet in length. “I don’t know anyone who has a machine this big, that’s the largest one I’ve ever seen,” said Poole. It took Poole three years to design and build the machine. Shortly after he began his project, Poole lost his right hand in a wood splitter accident but that did not thwart his ambitions. While in the hospital, Poole continued working on his blueprint and was able to complete the machine after his recovery. “After I lost my hand I had to re-evaluate the amount of work I could do by myself,” he said. “These are very big pieces to move around and
After being friends for over 30 years, Poole and Mueller officially opened Trees to Tables in June. Prior to opening their new business, Poole operated Allan's Tree Service in Middlefield while Mueller had a career in the insurance industry. Like his partner, Mueller had a life-long passion for woodworking and personally crafted most of his home furniture. “It’s a perfect match for our skills. We are both artistic and creative, and always enjoy working with wood,” said Mueller. “When we look at the slab of wood, we share ideas and get into a discussion about what we can do to get the best out of that piece.”
Allan Poole and Bob Mueller place a wood slab on a computer numerical control machine that was created and designed solely by Poole. Nadya Korytnikova, Town Times
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Knitters: The center has an abundant supply of yarn. Excercise: Zoom exercise classes for Middlefield/ Rockfall seniors are held Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 7:30 to 8:30 a.m. Contact Sue D’Orvilliers to register. Need a mask?: Masks are available at the Senior & Social Services office. Call 860349-7121 to make arrangements for pick-up.
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CASH PAID For any Toyota any condition, running or not, crashed okay. Will take other makes and models. (203) 600-4431.
before 11 a.m. and start tomorrow NEED CASH FOR CHRISTMAS? TOP PRICES PAID For Junk or unwanted vehicles, Toyota’s etc. please call Mike @ 203284-8562 8am-5pm.
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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
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